Title: Parasyte Author: Hitoshi Iwaaki Volumes: Complete (10 volumes) Story Overview One day, mysterious life forms called "parasites" descend upon Earth. They invade and take control of human heads, then engage in brutal acts of consuming other humans. However, the parasite that attempts to infect the protagonist, **Shinichi Izumi**, mistakenly infects his right arm. This creature, which has taken up residence in Shinichi's right arm, is named Migi, and they begin to coexist. Main Themes Coexistence of Humans and Parasites Shinichi and Migi are forced to cooperate, and their relationship becomes the central theme of the story. The idea of coexistence is deeply explored throughout the narrative. Human Nature and Ethics Through the actions of the parasites, the meaning of human existence as "predators" and ethical dilemmas are brought to light. The boundaries of good and evil become blurred, raising philosophical questions. Evolution and Adaptation How Migi and other parasites adapt to their new environment, and how humans evolve in response, are important elements. Main Characters Shinichi Izumi The protagonist. He was an ordinary high school student, but he grows both mentally and physically through his coexistence with the parasite. Migi The parasite that has infected Shinichi's right arm. He cannot understand human emotions and thinks logically and rationally, but gradually changes. Reiko Tamura One of the parasites who has begun to develop a sense of self. She is interested in motherhood and humanity, and is a key figure in the story. Anime and Movies Anime: Parasyte -the maxim- (2014-2015) 24 episodes. It is faithful to the original work while adding modern elements, and received high praise from fans and new viewers. Live-action movie: Parasyte (2014, 2015) Released as a two-part series, it used CG to depict Migi and the parasites. ✅ If you like, please also see the following page #mck's rare and valuable collection If you like it, please follow me!! #Parasyte #Hitoshi Iwaaki 35h