Rise of the Calamity: A New Era of Fantasy Manga
There is some really exciting news for the manga community! Jump TOON has just launched a brand-new series titled I'm cursed, but a legendary saint has become my ally. This fresh work is the result of a very creative collaboration between Koki Morisaki, Kota Matsuda, Satsuki Fu, and MYRIAGON STUDIO. The story is already creating a bit of a buzz, and for good reason—it takes some very familiar tropes and gives them a quite interesting twist.
The Harsh World of Gates and Hunters
The story is set in a world where humanity is constantly under threat. Monsters are appearing through mysterious "gates," and the only ones who can stand against them are hunters who use their unique skills to fight. It’s a setting where power is everything, and if you don't have it, life can be very difficult indeed. Our protagonist, Reigo Kurosato, knows this struggle better than anyone else. Because of his unlucky constitution, everyone calls him the "Reigo of Calamity" and they basically hate him for it. He is so unlucky that he can't even participate in normal raids because people think he’ll just bring disaster to the team.
Because he is unable to find regular work, Reigo has to take up what is considered the absolute lowest job in this society: collecting the personal belongings of hunters who have died in the dungeons. It is a grim and lonely task, but out of sheer necessity, he continues. However, it is during this lowly work that something unexpected happens. He manages to awaken a certain power that might just change his entire destiny. Many fans are already discussing why I'm cursed, but a legendary saint has become my ally is the next must read fantasy manga because of how it handles this underdog journey.
Key Elements of the Series
- The Protagonist: Reigo Kurosato is a character you can really feel for; his unlucky nature makes his small wins feel much more significant.
- The World-Building: The conflict between monsters from the gates and the skilled hunters provides a very solid foundation for action.
- The Power System: Seeing how a "calamity" blossoms into something powerful is what keeps the readers hooked.
It is truly interesting to see how the narrative explores themes of adversity and hidden potential. If you are looking for a new story where the main character has to crawl his way up from the very bottom, then why I'm cursed, but a legendary saint has become my ally is the next must read fantasy manga for your weekend watchlist. We are really looking forward to seeing how Reigo uses his new powers to prove everyone wrong.
