Kodoani.com – Author Takuya Okadafamous for manga Crocodile Baronwill launch a new comic series titled “Dōkutsu Ningen” (The Cave Man) in Nihonbungeisha's Weekly Manga Goraku magazine. The series will officially appear in the daily issue December 6, 2024shortly after the announcement on the day's issue December 13 this year.
Contents of “Dōkutsu Ningen”
The story revolves around Hajimea young man returns to his hometown and unexpectedly meets an old friend. While chatting, the two accidentally discovered a scary local legend—Cannibal cave. The series promises to bring a mix of horror, mystery and intriguing details, exploring folk legends through a modern perspective.
Takuya Okada and the mark from “Crocodile Baron”
“Crocodile Baron”Okada's previous manga, made a strong impression with its unique style that combined humor, foodand friendship. The series tells about the daily life of an elegant crocodile and a rough-spoken rabbit who are best friends. Together they discover delicious food and enjoy the joys of life, mixed with unexpected moments when the crocodile's instincts come out. The series ended in 2018 with a total of three volumesand was Kodansha USA Released in English, expanding the popularity of international readers.
Expectations for “Dōkutsu Ningen”
With experience from developing characters and integrating unexpected elements Crocodile Baronfans expect that “Dōkutsu Ningen” will bring a new world full of mystery and attraction. The legend of the cannibal cave is not only a setting but also has the potential to further explore psychology, culture and relationships between characters in a dark setting.
Don't miss the magazine's release on December 6, 2024 to read the first chapter!
