Platinum End

Platinum End is a dark fantasy manga series created by the acclaimed duo Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. Following their famous collaborations on Death Note and Bakuman, this series delves into complex philosophical questions regarding life, death, and human happiness. The story begins when a troubled high school student is saved from despair by a guardian angel.

The protagonist, Mirai Kakehashi, receives supernatural powers from his angel, Nasse, including wings of flight and arrows of love and death. However, he soon discovers that twelve other individuals have also been granted unique angel powers across Japan. These thirteen candidates are pitted against one another in a contest to select the next God of the world within a designated timeframe.

As the competition unfolds, the candidates reveal vastly different ethical stances and personal motivations. Some seek power and control at all costs, while others attempt to preserve human life and seek peaceful resolution. The narrative presents intense psychological battles, tactical confrontations, and moral dilemmas that challenge the traditional boundary between good and evil.

Serialized in Jump Square from 2015 to 2021, Platinum End offers a distinct aesthetic vision paired with meticulous artwork. The intricate detail in character design and angel lore highlights the creators' signature narrative tension. It stands as a thought-provoking exploration of existential choice and destiny.