Blue Exorcist

Synopsis

Raised by Father Fujimoto, a famous exorcist, Rin Okumura never knew his real father. One day a fateful argument with Father Fujimoto forces Rin to face a terrible truth—the blood of the demon lord Satan runs in Rin's veins! Rin swears to defeat Satan, but doing that means entering the mysterious True Cross Academy and becoming an exorcist himself. Can Rin fight demons and keep his infernal bloodline a secret? It won't be easy, especially when drawing his father's sword releases the demonic power within him! (Source: VIZ Media)

About

Blue Exorcist is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2009, The series is currently being serialized.

Why readers enjoy Blue Exorcist

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

Creators

Blue Exorcist is written by Kazue Katou, with art by Kazue Katou, Chiara Antonelli.

Reception

Blue Exorcist holds an average score of 7.6 out of 10 on AniList, a strong score that reflects broad reader satisfaction, with 1,724 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Blue Exorcist include: Demons, Male Protagonist, Shounen, Conspiracy, Urban Fantasy, Twins, Swordplay, Primarily Teen Cast. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.