his daily life. His close friends are the imaginary Deus and Muru Muru who turn out to be the real keepers of space and time. Now he is at the center of their deadly game where there can be only one winner. To survive he will need the help of deranged stalker Yuno. Together the two must save space and time by murdering all the future diary participants leaving the winner ruler of this strange world.
Review (Part 1)
Death games are not new to mangas so Future
Sweet Schoolgirl Yuno Amidst Her Latest Victims |
The manga writers have a deep grasp of the psychology behind most character´s which make
Actions Always Speak Louder than Words in Mirai Nikki |
The Characters
Yukiteru is a shy awkward loner. He records the day´s events in his diary but doesn´t take part in them. His diary becomes a future diary after his ´ímaginary´ friend Deus turns out to be the real god of Time vs. Space. Yukiteru has low self-esteem and views himself as weak compared to others around him. Yuno´s obsessive strength is both his biggest benefit and harshest criticism to himself.
Gasai Yuno is a beautiful well-rounded student
revolves around Yukiteru´s existence. Yuno doesn´t understand the importance of human life unless it is Yukiteru´s. She doesn´t kill for pleasure; it´s all about saving Yukiteru no matter the cost.
Keigo Kurusu (the 4th) has the investigation diary. He is interested in solving crimes not becoming the next claimant to the ´throne of God.´ 4th proclaims he will protect the 1st (Yukiteru). He follows his ethics which define whether or not he holds to an allegiance. He has a unique relationship with the 9th.
Minene Uryuu (the 9th) holds the escape diary. She is infamous as a terrorist an holds a deep grudge for her parent´s murders. The 9th changes throughout the manga showing more emotion over time. She has a heart but does not often share it.
Review (Part 2)
I struggled with Mirai Nikki when
Except if you have Yuno then your known identity isn´t much of a checkmate |
The manga´s fast pace does help to redeem itself. I attribute most of this to Yuno whose bloodthirsty stalker personality drives the plot to new heights.
Having been victim to stalking myself they can be downright terrifying without have a diary informing them of your every breath. Yukiteru´s relationship with Yuno is both horrifying and fascinating. She wants to keep him to herself. If it means killing anyone who clashes with the idea then it´s as simple as one two three. Her brilliance in planning takes the plot into deeper places then a blatant battle. This manga requires some thinking to fully comprehend.
Plot twists are big in Mirai Nikki. Nothing is ever in
Time Leap Plot Twist? |
The Art
Mirai Nikki is a well-drawn manga which does stand out. The characters have looks to match their personalities. This means they are more than the same body with different hair being a defining factor. The eyes of manga characters are my greatest passion in their drawings and Mirai Nikki´s characters are filled with expression. They look beautiful as well which is always a bonus.
Beheading Blood Spatter a Bit Bland |
Final Recommendation
Dead Ends aren´t Alwasy the End in Mirai Nikki |
Overall Score: 8.2
Worth the read for those curious. Probable must for diehard Mirai Nikki anime fans.
Details
Name(s): The Future Diary, Future Diary, Mirai Nikki
Author(s): ESUNO Sakae
Artist(s): ESUNO Sakae
Year: 2006
Chapter(s): 59
Genre(s): Horror; Suspense; Action; Drama; Sci-Fi
Complete: Sort of. The Mirai Nikki is listed as complete but a secondary manga exists with a final final(?) ending
Anime: Yes
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