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2012

Which manga were released in 2012?

The year 2012 was a memorable one for Sci-fi manga enthusiasts due to the emergence of several legendary action Sci-fi series. Here are three of the most noteworthy Sci-fi manga releases of 2012!

1. One-Punch Man

Story line:

In a city plagued with thugs, mutants, and supervillains, Saitama decides to become a superhero for fun. He envisions an exciting life where he is constantly challenged with tough opponents, but after three years of intense training, he's become so strong that he defeats every enemy with one punch! His dream of engaging challenging foes has gone up in smoke, and his overpowered life is filled with overpowering boredom. Then a cyborg named Genos learns about Saitama's amazing ability and begs him to make him his disciple. Saitama isn't interested in taking on an apprentice, but Genos isn't giving up. Can he convince the disillusioned hero to teach him the secret of his strength? And will Saitama ever find a worthy adversary to battle?

Award achieved:

Was nominated for the seventh annual Manga Taishō Award in 2014, an Eisner Award in 2015 and a Harvey Award in 2016. Won the Sugoi Japan Award and the Spanish Manga Barcelona award in the seinen category in 2017.

Genre(s): 

Action  Adventure  Comedy  Drama  Sci-fi  Supernatural

2. Made in Abyss

Story line:

In an age when the corners of the world have been scoured for their secrets, only one place remains unexplored–a massive cave system known as the Abyss. Those who traverse its endless pits and labyrinth-like tunnels are known as Cave Raiders. A young orphan named Riko dreams of following in her mother’s footsteps as a Cave Raider, and when she meets a strange robot when exploring the Abyss, she’s one step closer to achieving her goal.

Award achieved:

Nominated for the 11th Manga Taishou Awards (2018).

Genre(s): 

Adventure  Drama  Horror  Lolicon  Mature  Mystery  Psychological Sci-fi  Seinen  Supernatural  Tragedy

3. Land of the Lustrous

Story line:

In a world inhabited by crystalline lifeforms called The Lustrous, every unique gem must fight for their way of life against the threat of lunarians who would turn them into decorations. Phosphophyllite, the most fragile and brittle of gems, longs to join the battle. When Phos is instead assigned to complete a natural history of their world, it sounds like a dull and pointless task. But this new job brings Phos into contact with Cinnabar, a gem forced to live in isolation. Can Phos's seemingly mundane assignment lead both Phos and Cinnabar to the fulfillment they desire?

Award achieved:

Nominated for the 8th Manga Taisho in 2015

Genre(s): 

Action  Adventure  Drama  Fantasy  Mystery  Psychological  Sci-fi  Seinen  Slice of Life  Tragedy

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