Basara

BASARA

112 chapters

27 volumes

1990 – 1998

In the aftermath of a catastrophic event at the close of the 21st century, Japan has been reduced to a barren wasteland, halting all further progress of civilization. The current regime is ruled by an emperor and his four sons, who impose a harsh tyranny over the people. It is believed that only a "Child of Destiny" will possess the power to liberate Japan from the imperial family's oppression. Sarasa is the twin sister of Tatara, who is destined to become this Child of Destiny. Though she lives in her brother's shadow, she devotes herself to supporting him. Tragedy strikes when the Red King, the emperor's youngest son, attacks her village, resulting in Tatara's brutal death. To protect her fellow villagers, Sarasa assumes her brother's identity as the Child of Destiny and vows to seek vengeance against the Red King. This drastic change takes a toll on Sarasa's health, prompting her to visit a hot spring for recovery. During her stay, she meets Shuri, a captivating yet mysterious youth. Shuri is drawn to Sarasa because of how differently she treats him compared to others, while Sarasa finds herself increasingly preoccupied with thoughts of him. This unexpected encounter sets the stage for a destiny intertwined with warfare, resentment, and affection.

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Status: Finished
Format: Manga
Chapters: 112
Volumes: 27

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Rank: #184
Score: 8.50
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Authors

Tamura, Yumi

Serialized in

Betsucomi

Adapted to anime

Legend of Basara

Volúmenes & Capítulos27 vol · 198 ch

Volume 1Ch. 1–4.1

Cap. 1
Cap. 1.1
Cap. 1.2
Cap. 2
Cap. 3
Cap. 4
Cap. 4.1

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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.