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Akumetsu

Alternative Titles

Japanese: アクメツ


Information

Type: Manga
Volumes: 18
Chapters: 162
Status: Finished
Published: Oct 2002 to Apr 6, 2006
Genres: Action Action, Drama Drama, Suspense Suspense
Themes: Detective Detective, Psychological Psychological
Demographic: Shounen Shounen
Authors: Tabata, Yoshiaki (Story), Yugo, Yuuki (Art)

Statistics

Score: 8.111 (scored by 2358923,589 users)
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Ranked: #5682
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Popularity: #238
Members: 69,007
Favorites: 1,919

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A prevailing theme in both series is the notion of moral justice: Is it right to kill those who are unhealthy to society? It is a rather conflicting statement as often the answer lies in the subjective. This is profoundly highlighted in both series through the characters, views of the general public, and moral consequences and decisions the protagonists have to face. 
reportRecommended by radiantfire
In both the protagonists are aiming to change Japan through unconventional means. 
reportRecommended by Korru
Vigilante getting rid of the evil on this earth by taking the law in their own hands, awesome action and badass MCs 
reportRecommended by Sturmwalzer
First of all the MCs look very similar not only in appearance but in their personal beliefs. If you want to see a high schooler going against people of higher social standing than him for justice, with good violence, then Akumetsu is a much better alternative. If you liked Akumetsu's action though and would like to add some silly comedy, then Sun-Ken Rock is what you're looking.  
reportRecommended by joe_g7
Fighting against corrupt and evil people! 
reportRecommended by jour
They both have the same feeling, of the justice that looks like terrorist. 
reportRecommended by jour
Both series have ideals of changing peoples lives and society together. Both of the main characters also wears a mask. 
reportRecommended by Natsuko
both these manga's have a theme showing the dark side of the world and both have gore in them. so if you like one of them you most likely like the other one 
reportRecommended by lazyguy
Akumetsu and Wolf Guy are both created by the same author and artist, so the art is of course similar, with tons of violence and a struggle that turns more and more desperate as the climax approaches, as the lead is forced to handle the situation without the use of his talents 
reportRecommended by AfterGlow
In both, an attempt is made to answer the question: Can violence shape our moral standards? 
reportRecommended by radiantfire
Both these serialisations are embedded in detective, mystery, and terrorism. 
reportRecommended by radiantfire
The judgment and punishment of sinning is the central theme of both of these titles. In Akumetsu, corrupt politicians are killed off one by one by a group of terrorists. In Judge, characters are pushed to sentence others to death for committing one of the seven deadly sins. 
reportRecommended by radiantfire
Both manga featured a theme of change the world or society though unconventional method.which somehow make you thinking and questioned either that method was actually right or wrong. 
reportRecommended by Kamirator
These two manga are about heavy crimes done by people who think they can't be harmed with the exceptional power and influence they have, and a character who either stays behind the scenes or is taking the spotlight with a disguise, to punish these evildoers. *Both of them are not for the faint of heart! Be aware: they are extremely violent. <> Akumetsu: MC is not as sadistic as Brutal's MC. (Both are still about vengeance for the people they committed crimes against)  
reportRecommended by RaviDavi
The main characters of both series want to get rid of the bad people in the world but for a different reason. If you read one of these manga you will certainly enjoy the other one as well, even if it is just to see another side of the story... Both of them have a big mysterious element in them. 
reportRecommended by Darkbow
Both these series may not seem all that similar to you, but i assure you it's somewhat is. Both of the protagonist uses harsh methods for justice or show what is right and wrong. In hammer session it's to teach the students what's right and what's wrong and to not do it again, while in Akumestsu it's to show what will happen to those who follow in the footstep of "EVIL". Both great manga's if you're into complicated things. However Akumestsu is darker and has alot of gore and killing. 
reportRecommended by Duckii
I started reading it and I never stopped until I finished the story . They are great story with many challenges , mystery and passions . Both will uncover great mysteries . 
reportRecommended by SasoriUzumaki
They are great story with many challenges . Mystery adventure one of the main factors in both stories. Many secrets about the outside world. 
reportRecommended by SasoriUzumaki
Blood gore and a lot of killing, that is what these manga have in common. If you like these kind if manga that also have a mysterious side to them, then you should check these manga out for sure. But be warned, you are going to see a dark side if humanity that you will not soon forget 
reportRecommended by Darkbow
Both are about anti-heroes that kill corrupted people. Despite they are published in shonen magazines, the graphic content could fit more into a seinen magazine. But, while Akame ga Kill take placs in a fantasy setting, Akumetsu do it in comtemporary Japan. 
reportRecommended by ObscureObsidian
Both manga's protagonists tends to teach a lesson, but in a very different way. While Onizuka will let a person to reflect on his actions, Akumetsu will kill them. 
reportRecommended by Wilio
Both stories are about changing society through terrorism 
reportRecommended by AfterGlow
The character of Akumetsu is somewhat similar to Hiruma Youichi of Eyeshield 21; both are Wicked and tries to bring a Hellish life on someone who opposes them 
reportRecommended by graysky14
Both main characters have weird powers that they use for good,yet in a weird good way. Once you read one of those, and read the other you'll get the feeling of "Akumetsu is like Hentai Kamen, but without the hentai parts." 
reportRecommended by NeonKnight
One student, One cause, "JUSTICE", Eliminating the "Evil" that they decide, while in leaving flashy evidence of their work. Committing crime to solve corruption, while keeping their identities a secret with a mask that barely covers their face. Hidden is their ability of a supernatural power.  
reportRecommended by Calaber
Both Mangas do a great job of exposing ills in the system, where in Akumetsu it's the government and in Medical Dragon it's the Health Organizations. Although the methodology of the protagonists is very different, the ideals are the same. Both are great mangas.  
reportRecommended by flare05
Both series has a more mature setting involving criminals and complicated suspense. Although their premise aren't alike, there's a familiar mood with how both series operates especially when detective work are involved. The main male protagonist in both series also meets a variety of characters that they bond with while adapting with events in the story. 
reportRecommended by Stark700
Both main characters are terrorists. Both can be considered vigilantes. 
reportRecommended by Nazgand
Kurosagi and Akumetsu are similar due to the fact that both main characters want to take down those who take advantage of others/"evil". They both have the same idea in mind, but Akumetsu kills the "evil". Kurosagi goes down the path of putting the "evil's" game against them. They swindle people, they in turn get swindled. 
reportRecommended by horcrvx
Superheroes and justice are the two central themes of both mangas. Akumetsu appeals to an older audience with a dark and mature tone, while Ratman appeals to a younger audience with a more comedic and light hearted story. Both explore the philosophy of "what is good?" and "what is evil?" but only Akumetsu establishes a clear answer and distinction between the two, while Ratman does so vaguely through it's cheek humor and fanservice. Both protagonists are seen as evil "superheroes" by society but there is a fundamental difference between the two. Ratman is feared solely because of his monster-like appearance, while Akumetsu is feared because of  read more 
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