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Synopsis
An elegant new action manga, Land of the Lustrous is set in a far future Earth, where humanity's distant descendants live on in a small group of sexless crystalline beings who must fight off an invasion from the Moon. Phosphophyllite is on the war path, determined to make Kongō pray at all costs. The other gems attempt to protect their precious Sensei, but can they stop the vicious onslaught? Meanwhile, on the moon, Cairngorm demands an explanation from Aechmea...
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Is Land of the Lustrous 12 appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This manga features stylized action combat between crystalline beings with some battle violence and destruction, plus complex philosophical themes about identity and purpose. The sexless, non-human protagonists explore deep existential questions.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and war.
Who'll love this
Teens will appreciate the unique premise of immortal gem-people fighting moon invaders while grappling with questions about existence and belonging.