Usogui

Synopsis

There are gamblers out there who even bet their lives as ante. But to secure the integrity of these life-threatening gambles, a violent and powerful organization by the name of "Kakerou" referees these games as a neutral party. Follow Baku Madarame a.k.a. Usogui (The Lie Eater) as he gambles against maniacal opponents at games—such as Escape the Abandoned Building, Old Maid, and Hangman—to ultimately "out-gamble" and control the neutral organization of Kakerou itself.

About

Usogui is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2006, spanning 539 chapters, collected across 49 volumes, The series has concluded, (last release in 2017).

Why readers enjoy Usogui

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

Creators

Usogui is written by Toshio Sako, with art by Toshio Sako.

Reception

Usogui holds an average score of 8.6 out of 10 on AniList, placing it among the highest-rated titles on AniList, with 2,534 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Usogui include: Gambling, Death Game, Primarily Adult Cast, Male Protagonist, Seinen, Crime, Philosophy, Martial Arts. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.