Enen no Shouboutai

Still reeling from the childhood trauma of losing his family to a blaze, Shinra Kusakabe endures both the blessing and curse of being a third-generation pyrokinetic: a person gifted with the ability to freely control fire.

Meanwhile, the Infernals—first-generation pyrokinetics who spontaneously combust into flaming, demonic creatures—ravage the streets of Tokyo. After he is recognized for his abilities, Shinra joins Special Fire Force Company 8, one of many fire brigades developed to combat these Infernals.

Although working with the Fire Force seems to have fulfilled a calling, Shinra learns that becoming a hero is not as easy as it seems. Infernal sightings are worsening across the country, and his own fellow brigadiers struggle to unite against these threats. To make matters worse, Shinra's past returns to haunt him after he confronts a mysterious cult. As he endeavors to reach the truth, Shinra soon finds himself in the middle of a conspiracy that aims to engulf the world in flames.

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BackgroundEnen no Shouboutai was published in English as Fire Force by Kodansha Comics USA from November 8, 2016 to October 3, 2023, and as omnibus volumes since August 27, 2024. The series has also been published in Italian by Panini Comics under the Planet Manga imprint since May 5, 2017, in French by Kana since May 19, 2017, in Spanish by Norma Editorial since June 23, 2017, and in Polish by Waneko since December 12, 2019.

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Dec 24, 2025

DuckPeanuts

Recommended

FR : Fire Force est une œuvre absolument spectaculaire, un shōnen incandescent qui confirme tout le génie créatif d'Atsushi Ōkubo. Dès les premières pages, le manga impressionne par son identité visuelle explosive : le trait est nerveux, ultra-dynamique, et les scènes d'action sont d'une lisibilité et d'une intensité rares. Le feu n'est pas qu'un simple pouvoir, il devient un langage visuel à part entière, sublime et terrifiant.

Mais Fire Force ne se contente pas d'en mettre plein les yeux. Derrière son action survoltée se cache un univers étonnamment profond, où se mêlent religion, science, manipulation et quête de vérité. Le scénario gagne en ampleur au fil ... des tomes, surprend constamment et ose des directions ambitieuses, jusqu'à devenir bien plus qu'un simple manga de combat.

Les personnages sont tous marquants, charismatiques, et mémorables. Shinra, avec son sourire démoniaque et son désir sincère de sauver les autres, incarne parfaitement ce héros atypique, entouré d'un casting secondaire exceptionnellement solide. Chacun a son moment, sa personnalité, son style de combat, ce qui rend l'ensemble incroyablement vivant.

En résumé, Fire Force est un manga brûlant de maîtrise, de créativité et d'émotion, un récit généreux, audacieux et grandiose qui s'impose comme l'une de mes œuvres préférées. Une lecture impossible à lâcher, qui vous tient jusqu'à la dernière page.

Plus qu'une recommandation, c'est une invitation à la lecture que je vous soumets.

EN : Fire Force is an absolutely spectacular work, a blazing shōnen manga that confirms Atsushi Ōkubo's creative genius. From the very first pages, the manga impresses with its explosive visual identity: the art is sharp, ultra-dynamic, and the action scenes are exceptionally clear and intense. Fire is not just a power; it becomes a visual language in its own right, sublime and terrifying.

But Fire Force doesn't just dazzle the eyes. Behind its high-octane action lies a surprisingly profound universe, where religion, science, manipulation, and the quest for truth intertwine. The story grows in scope with each volume, constantly surprising and daring to explore ambitious directions, ultimately becoming much more than just a fighting manga.

The characters are all striking, charismatic, and unforgettable. Shinra, with his devilish grin and sincere desire to save others, perfectly embodies this atypical hero, surrounded by an exceptionally strong supporting cast. Each character has their moment, their personality, their fighting style, which makes the whole thing incredibly vibrant.

In short, Fire Force is a manga brimming with mastery, creativity, and emotion, a generous, bold, and grandiose story that stands out as one of my favorite works. It's impossible to put down, holding you until the very last page.

More than a recommendation, it's an invitation to read it.

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Nov 8, 2024

gentle_comet

Mixed Feelings

Each character is visually distinct, with detailed facial expressions that add depth to their interactions. The portrayal of fire as central element is especially compelling, with everything from calm blue flames to striking red explosions showing Ōkubo’s skill in animating visual elements.

However, behind this visual achievement, there are some notable drawbacks. The storyline, which starts out engaging, can feel somewhat drawn out, especially in the middle to latter parts. Although Enen no Shouboutai is set in an interesting world, some subplots feel underdeveloped and merely decorative. Supporting characters, for instance, often lack depth, and their backgrounds are not explored thoroughly, which leaves some parts without ...

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Feb 28, 2024

djseoz

Not Recommended

A very promising premise, a world of "fire," human combustion, mysterious events, and a growth worthy of a good Shonen. However, shortly after the halfway point of the story, it loses the essence that envelops you and invites you to keep reading. It becomes boring at times and too lengthy towards the end.

There are moments that attempt to be comedic, but within the series' context of sadness and seriousness, these moments feel out of place and are not amusing; they can even be cringe-inducing.

Certain characters have nonsensical moments that are used for their growth, but because these moments lack coherence, their development loses strength.

Despite the ...

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