“Homeless teen Atsushi joins supernatural detectives, battles Port Mafia, and masters powers to protect city.”
Bungo Stray Dogs
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Synopsis
Homeless teen Atsushi joins supernatural detectives, battles Port Mafia, and masters powers to protect city.
Atsushi Nakajima is on the brink of death after being kicked out of his orphanage. With no food and nowhere to go, all hope seems lost—until he saves a mysterious man called Osamu Dazai from drowning. Much to his partner Doppo Kunikida's irritation, Dazai offers Atsushi a meal and reveals they work for the Armed Detective Agency, an organization of gifted individuals who take care of criminal cases the authorities cannot. The two ask Atsushi for his assistance in tracking down a supernatural tiger that has been wreaking havoc throughout the city, and he reluctantly agrees. After they resolve the case, Dazai offers him a position in the agency. But the job is about to get a lot more dangerous as the Port Mafia, the local crime syndicate, begins to move against them. Caught in the middle of a turf war, Atsushi must master his newfound special ability in order to protect himself, his new friends, and the entire city.
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 25 sampled reviews
What 25 readers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.43 · split reception
6.1 pts
Recommenders 9.1 · others 3.0
↓ 2.16
Running avg · Feb 2015 → Apr 2026
- 10 “This manga features an incredibly well-planned story and compelling characters with distinct motivations that keep me constantly engaged. While some plot twists can feel a bit over the top, the...”
- 8 “The art is absolutely beautiful, and the story is set up with such potential that it promises to be a truly solid narrative. While the characters are interesting and well-written, they currently...”
- 8 “The art is beautiful, the characters are highly likable with significant development, and the series is incredibly enjoyable. While the story is solid, there are no specific criticisms to note,...”
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A Manga Publication
- Published Dec 2012 – ongoing
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- Ref. BS-M23356 catalog