New sci-fi comic Kraken Mare introduces international talents

Volume 1 krakenmareThe original comic by French writer IZU and Italian illustrator Hagane has just been released in Japan. Published in Kodansha Youth Magazine afternoonwhich has previously released hits such as Parasite and Legends of Vinland, krakenmare It’s an important milestone for foreign artists hoping to break into the tight world of Japanese comics. Volume 1 is also recommended by cult science fiction manga author Nihei Tsutomu Nihei blame!

Siren Mare plot synopsis

In the distant future, in pursuit of a precious energy called “black ether”, mankind was almost wiped out after awakening the Kraken monster sleeping in a black hole. Today, 1,000 years later, remnants of humanity still survive. The church known as Ecclesia considers the Kraken a god and rules over the surviving civilization. However, the smugglers, known as “scavengers,” went their own way and were not influenced by the church.

These scavengers risk everything to mine the Black Aether for profit. crew cleaning ship pulsarUnder the leadership of Captain Paz, commissioned by the Martian pirate organization Red Sand, a dangerous mining operation was conducted near the black hole. However, lurking among the crew is Church agent and particle occultist Oriale. She has been pretending to be the innocent chef “Eden”, but when pulsar Noticed by a siren in a black hole, she is forced to reveal her true identity to save the ship…

An orthodox science fiction story in which a heroine with wild powers and cunning espionage skills collides with a world full of revolution and conspiracy!

Creator’s comments

Izu – writer

“I discovered a bookstore in Paris in the 1990s that imported Japanese comics in the original language. That’s where I discovered Akira, gun (Battle Angel Alita), and the work of Masamune Shirow, everything changed. The way I see and create the world, how I feel about storytelling—everything. Since then, I have published more than 20 works in France and the United States, but my dream has always been to create a science fiction comic in Japan. With the birth krakenmarethis dream finally came true. I will try my best! “

For more information about IZU, follow their X account @GDorison.

Handan——Illustrator

“I like comics, and so far I have drawn comics in Italy, France and the United States. For example, there is a series in Italy called ” Nathan Knifeand silent comics. I live in Sardinia, Italy, and my favorite dialect phrase is: “FORZA PARIS!” – which means “Forward Together!” (or “Let’s go, guys!”) As much as I love to draw krakenmareI would be happy if everyone enjoyed reading it. “

For more information about Hagane, follow their X account @Hagane73.

Where to read Kraken Mare

More information on where to get a copy krakenmare,Check official website. The first chapter can be read for free here.

Please note that Kraken Mare is currently available in Japanese and French. An English version is expected to be released soon.

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Updated on October 29, 2025