Centuria

Synopsis

Sold into slavery by his own mother, Julian has known nothing but pain and brutality. All that changes when, aboard a slave ship, he experiences the kindness and the tender touch of a loving person for the first time. But fate has plans for Julian in the blood awakening of an ancient god who strikes a cruel bargain: an innocent life in exchange for extraordinary powers—ones he must use to protect a helpless baby in a cruel and violent world! (Source: VIZ Media)

About

Centuria is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2024, The series is currently being serialized.

Why readers enjoy Centuria

Centuria appeals to readers of Action manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Adventure, Drama, Fantasy elements. This combination of Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Centuria is written by Tooru Kuramori, with art by Tooru Kuramori.

Reception

Centuria holds an average score of 7.6 out of 10 on AniList, a strong score that reflects broad reader satisfaction, with 548 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Centuria include: Found Family, Tragedy, Super Power, Male Protagonist, Adoption, Royal Affairs, Medieval, Gods. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.