Akihito Yoshitomi’s manga series, Monty Paradise -Ijiwaru na Ōsama to Himitsu no Kioku-, also known as The Wicked King and the Secret Memory, has officially concluded its run. The final chapter was published on August 29 on Hero’s Inc.’s Comiplex manga website, bringing the 2023-launched series to its end.
The Conclusion of The Wicked King and the Secret Memory
Fans of Yoshitomi’s latest work saw the final installment of The Wicked King and the Secret Memory released digitally on August 29. The manga, which began its serialization in 2023, found its home on Hero’s Inc.’s Comiplex manga website, a platform known for hosting various manga titles. The physical version’s release date is expected at a later time.
Delving into the Manga’s Premise
The Wicked King and the Secret Memory captivated readers with its intriguing storyline centered around Heita Tsukigami. The narrative follows Tsukigami, a 26-year-old salaryman, who mysteriously awakens in a garbage dump. This abrupt and disorienting turn of events occurs after he was supposedly asleep on a train during his commute home, setting the stage for the series’ unique blend of mystery and fantasy.
Akihito Yoshitomi’s Distinguished Career
Akihito Yoshitomi is a prolific Japanese manga artist with a career spanning several decades and a diverse portfolio of works. Born on September 5, 1970, in Miyazaki Prefecture, Yoshitomi is perhaps best known for his popular series Eat-Man, which comprised 19 volumes and received two anime adaptations. Other notable works by Yoshitomi that have garnered significant attention include Ray (which also received an anime adaptation) and Blue Drop.
Throughout his career, Yoshitomi has explored various genres, with his works often featuring elements of science fiction, action, and dramatic storytelling. He has also contributed to one-shot manga and doujinshi with diverse content, demonstrating his versatility as a creator. His influence extends beyond manga, as he has also been involved in character design for video games. The conclusion of The Wicked King and the Secret Memory adds another completed series to his extensive and respected body of work.
