Gestalt (manga)

Gestalt is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yun Kouga. It is a fantasy adventure story centered around a powerful warrior named Alessandro and a young, amnesiac girl named Dorothy. Alessandro is tasked with protecting Dorothy on a journey to find a legendary artifact known as the "Gestalt."

The manga is known for its intricate character designs, detailed backgrounds, and blend of action, humor, and emotional storytelling. The world of Gestalt is rich in lore and features a diverse cast of characters, including humans, demons, and other fantastical creatures.

The story explores themes of identity, memory, destiny, and the relationship between good and evil. Alessandro, despite his gruff exterior, gradually develops a protective bond with Dorothy, who possesses a mysterious connection to the Gestalt and the fate of their world.

The series was originally serialized in the Japanese manga magazine Wings and later collected into multiple volumes. It has also been adapted into a drama CD. While popular in Japan, it has garnered a smaller, though dedicated, following internationally, particularly among fans of Kouga's distinctive art style and fantasy storytelling. The complete story arc encompasses the search for the Gestalt, battles against various antagonists who also seek its power, and the gradual unveiling of Dorothy's true identity and the significance of her connection to the artifact.