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Elfen Lied

Эльфийская песнь ; エルフェンリート
Author: Okamoto Lynn
Action Drama Ecchi Gore Horror Psychological Romance Sci-Fi Seinen Supernatural Tragedy

Elfen Lied summary

You are reading Elfen Lied, a manga that covering action, drama, ecchi, gore, horror, psychological, romance, sci-fi, seinen, supernatural, tragedy. Elfen Lied (エルフェンリート, Erufen Rīto) is a dark, emotionally charged manga by Lynn Okamoto that explores the boundaries of humanity, love, and cruelty. The story revolves around Lucy, a mutant known as a Diclonius, born with invisible telekinetic arms called “vectors” and a pair of small horns. After escaping from a secret research facility, Lucy suffers a head injury that splits her personality between a gentle, childlike persona named Nyu and her violent, vengeful self. She is discovered and sheltered by Kouta and Yuka, who unknowingly become entangled in a bloody conspiracy involving government experiments, tragic pasts, and the fear of human evolution. With its haunting combination of brutal violence, psychological trauma, and fragile moments of tenderness, Elfen Lied delivers a powerful and unforgettable narrative. Perfect for fans of dark science fiction and psychological thrillers, this manga remains a cult classic that challenges readers with its themes of prejudice, morality, and the cost of survival.

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