Yanicus: Demon Savior, Angel Slayer Volume 1 Finally Hits the Shelves
There is some really great news for the fans of unique isekai stories. The much-awaited Volume 1 of Mosae Nohara's Isekai Yanikasu, which was originally written by the talented Kazuki, has officially been released today, March 16th. If you have been looking for something that breaks the usual tropes of the genre, then this might be exactly what you need. It is not every day that we see a story where a simple habit like smoking becomes a legendary power in a fantasy world.
The plot follows the life of Kira Igasa, a man who is basically a heavy smoker. For him, cigarettes are not just a habit but a way to find some peace and relaxation in a very stressful world. However, he is quite fed up with how modern society looks at smokers. It seems like every day, people are becoming more and more harsh towards those who smoke, making it difficult for him to even enjoy his small breaks. This relatable struggle is what makes the beginning of the manga so grounded before things take a wild turn into the supernatural.
A New Kind of Hero: The Smoker in Another World
Suddenly, the story shifts as Amekira (Kira's name in this new world) finds himself summoned by a devil. The devil calls him "Yannicus-sama," which is quite a funny and strange title to receive. But there is no time for him to even process what is happening. Just after he makes the transition to this other world, he is immediately attacked by an angel. In most stories, angels are the good guys, but in Yanicus: Demon Savior, Angel Slayer, things are definitely not what they seem.
Without thinking twice, Amekira does the only thing he knows how to do well—he blows his cigarette smoke right at the angel. To everyone's surprise, this smoke causes massive damage to the celestial being. It turns out that his "bad habit" from his previous life is actually a deadly weapon in this new realm. This is truly a "new sensation comedy" about a smoker who has been transported to another world and ends up becoming a savior for the demons.
Industry Recommendations and Why You Should Read It
The manga is already generating a lot of buzz in the community. Interestingly, on the obi (the paper band) of Volume 1, there is a special comment from the Nyan Nyan Factory, the creators of the famous "Yani Neko." They mentioned that "There is a world that even a helpless Yanicus can save," which is a very high praise indeed. For those who want to dive deeper into the lore and understand the weird mechanics of this world, checking out Yanicus: Demon Savior, Angel Slayer is highly recommended.
The series offers a fresh perspective by flipping the script on traditional good and evil roles. Here are a few things that make this release special:
- Unique Power System: The idea of cigarette smoke being an "angel-killer" is both hilarious and surprisingly creative.
- Solid Art Style: Mosae Nohara has done a brilliant job bringing the expressions of a tired smoker and the grandiosity of angels to life.
- Comedy with a Twist: While it is a comedy, there is a bit of social commentary on how smokers are treated in the real world.
If you are a fan of Amekira and his bizarre adventures, you should definitely grab your copy of the first volume today. It is going to be very interesting to see how Kira manages to survive in a world where he is essentially a hero to the devils just because he can't quit smoking. This is one manga release you don't want to miss out on this month!
