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ISEKAI: The Otherworlder’s Heir 1: The Turning Point
Synopsis : Arius Lovelace is no ordinary baron. He is the bearer of exceptional gifts, inherited from his father, a man from Japan, a parallel world. He also possesses mastery over the elements, an ancestral power from his maternal lineage. He is only seven years and a few months old, and he is advised by Miyu, a spiritual being that only he can hear. He is also the heir to an economic empire. But this fortune and these gifts attract the covetousness of ambitious Lords who want to seize them or destroy him. Arius must face numerous dangers to protect himself, win his freedom, and find those he loves while seeking to uncover the secret of his lineage and control his powers. What mysteries lie behind Arius’s destiny? What adventures await him in this parallel world, both medieval and fantastical? Embark on this epic saga, full of action, magic, and humor!

Isekai (/ˈiːsəkʌɪ/)

This term, born in Japan, literally means “another world”. It was first used in Haruka Takachiho’s novel, Isekai no Yūshi (The Warrior from Another World), published in 1975.

In this type of fantasy fiction, protagonists find themselves projected into another world. Whether by magic, reincarnation, or even through a video game, the method used is of little importance.

The central element to remember is this concept of another world.

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To better understand, let’s examine the most well-known types of isekai.

Reincarnation Isekai: The protagonist dies in their original world and is reborn in another world with memories of their past life. For example, Re:Zero.

Transportation Isekai: The hero is physically transported from one world to another, often by magic or a supernatural event. An example is The Rising of the Shield Hero.

Video Game Isekai: The main character finds themselves trapped in a video game and must navigate this virtual world as if it were real. A good example would be Sword Art Online.

Summon Isekai: The hero is summoned by someone else into another world to complete a mission or become a hero. For example, No Game No Life.

Reverse Isekai: Instead of going to another world, the protagonist brings elements or characters from the other world into their own. An example is Gate: Jieitai Kanochi nite, Kaku Tatakaeri.

Return Isekai: After experiencing adventures in another world, the protagonist returns to their original world, often with new skills or knowledge. An example is Digimon Adventure.

However, there exists a concept under-explored in isekai, found in the series Isekai: The  Otherworlder’s Heir. Here, it is the protagonist’s descendants who become the main actors of the saga.

Coming soon:

  • Historical and cultural contextualization
  • Elaboration of sub-genres
  • Critical analysis
  • Contemporary evolution and futurs trends
  • Social and psychological impact