封神演義 [Hoshin Engi]

In the late 1990s, Shueisha published Hoshin Engi, a 23-issue manga series by creator Ryu Fujisaki that reimagines the classic Chinese tale Fengshen Yanyi as a shonen action epic. The story follows a young wizard tasked with exiling a pantheon of corrupt immortals, blending ancient mythology with Fujisaki’s distinctive, energetic art style and modern storytelling sensibilities. This series stands out for its ambitious scope and Fujisaki’s ability to balance sprawling battles with character-driven drama, cementing it as a notable entry in the era’s adventure manga.