Hikuma is a young man who has spent most of his high school life detached and living in his own isolated world. Everything shifts when he encounters Noto, a fellow high school oddball whose passion for creativity matches his own unique perspective. Driven by a shared ambition, the two social outcasts embark on an intensive mission to create a video game that will not only impress their classmates but fundamentally change how they are seen. In Ishikawa Kouki's inspiring drama Hakutaku (2024), Hikuma and Noto pour their blood, sweat, and tears into a digital creation that challenges the boundaries of their school environment. When their class finally plays the finished product, the impact is immediate and life-altering for everyone involved. The story follows their journey as they attempt to conquer the game industry from the confines of their classroom. Now complete, this Shonen Jump adventure is an essential read for fans of character-driven growth and creative ambition. It is a powerful story about finding your voice through technology.

Status: Completed
Year: 2024-09-23
Original Language: 🇯🇵 Japanese
Author(s): Ishikawa Kouki
Artist(s): Ishikawa Kouki
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Themes: Video Games, School Life
Content Rating: safe