Barikios's One-Shot "Exorcist Angel" Debuts on Shonen Jump +
There is some really fresh news for manga fans today. Barikios has just released a brand new one-shot titled Exorcist Angel on the Shonen Jump + platform this February 26th. It is always exciting to see new talent getting a chance on such a big platform, and this release is already grabbing quite a bit of attention from the community.
The "Exorcist Angel" door page (c) Barikios/Shueisha is looking very sharp, and you can definitely view it in high quality to appreciate the art style. Many readers are already discussing exorcist angels and how the dark supernatural elements are handled in this specific story.
A Unique Bond: The Story of a Guardian Angel and a Girl
So, what is Exorcist Angel actually about? It is basically a very touching and slightly mysterious friendship story between a guardian angel of a specific family and a young girl. The lore here is quite deep; the family originally made a pact with an angel a long time ago. Because of this divine agreement, they became extremely prosperous and eventually rose to be one of the most prominent families in the entire country.
However, the story really picks up after 1000 years have passed since that original pact. The angel, who has been spending many boring days, is now in a state where he cannot even remember his own role or purpose. Everything changes when a devil suddenly appears in front of him, forcing him to confront a reality he had long forgotten. It is exactly the kind of premise that makes you wonder why this dark supernatural manga needs an anime adaptation in the future.
Massive Volume and Publication Details
What is really impressive about this release is the scale of it. Most one-shots are quite short, but Barikios has gone all out here. The work is divided into two parts and published in a massive volume of 116 pages. This gives the author plenty of room to build the world and develop the characters properly.
- Title: Exorcist Angel
- Author: Barikios
- Platform: Shonen Jump +
- Length: 116 Pages (First and Second Parts)
- Themes: Supernatural, Friendship, Dark Fantasy
It is quite rare to get such a large one-shot, so it is definitely worth checking out if you are looking for something substantial to read this weekend. The mix of biblical horror elements with a more modern art style is making it a very unique addition to the current manga landscape. We really hope to see more from Barikios soon!
