Eiji Otsuka & Sho-U Tajima

Writer Eiji Otsuka and artist Sho-U Tajima are the creators of the manga MPD - Psycho, a psychologically complex and graphically violent thriller/science‑fiction/noir series.

MPD - Psycho blends thriller, science fiction and noir with explicit depictions of violence; it achieved cult status in Japan and faced controversy over its extreme violence. The review on DeBaser quotes Otsuka explaining his intent to depict the reality of death and to give meaning to the mutilated bodies.

MPD - Psycho is a manga collaboration between writer Eiji Otsuka and artist Sho-U Tajima. The review praises its blend of thriller, science fiction and noir, a rich and complex plot, and bold, graphic artwork. The series is noted as controversial for its explicit depiction of violence and has cult status in Japan.

For:Mature readers and fans of psychological-thriller / sci-fi / noir manga.