Basara

Synopsis

At the end of the 21st century, a great catastrophe devastates Japan, leaving its land unrecognizable and halting civilization's progress. In the present day, the emperor and his four sons reign over the country with an iron fist. It is said that only the prophesied "Child of Destiny" can free Japan from the royal family's shackles. Sarasa is the twin sister of Tatara, the Child of Destiny. Despite having to live in her brother's shadow, Sarasa supports him in any way she can. However, tragedy strikes when the Red King, the emperor's youngest son, and his army attack her village, leading to Tatara's brutal death. To protect the townspeople, Sarasa takes on her brother's name and becomes the Child of Destiny, vowing revenge on the Red King. With the sudden turn of events taking a toll on her health, Sarasa visits a hot spring to recuperate. During her stay, she meets Shuri, a charming yet mysterious young man. Shuri is fascinated by Sarasa as she treats him differently from other girls; meanwhile, Sarasa is unable to stop thinking about him. This casual encounter between the two seals their fate—destined to be bound by war, hatred, and love. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

Background

Basara won the 38th Shogakukan Manga Award in the shoujo category in 1993. The series was published in English by VIZ Media under the Shojo Beat imprint from August 13, 2003 to May 13, 2008, and digitally from September 3, 2013 to March 25, 2014. Basara was published in French by Kana from May 19, 2001 to May 5, 2006; in German by Egmont Manga & Anime from October 2003 to January 12, 2012. The manga was adapted into several stage plays in Japan. The first was performed from December 12, 2012 to December 16, 2012, and its sequel was performed from January 9, 2014 to January 14, 2014. A stage play covering a prequel story included in the 26th volume was shown from January 25, 2019 to January 28, 2019. Another stage play rendition of the series was performed from January 13, 2022 to January 23, 2022.

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