魔砲使い黒姫 [Mahōtsukai Kurohime]

Kazuhiro Fujita’s Mahōtsukai Kurohime (2002–2011, Shueisha) is a dark fantasy shōnen series that follows a powerful witch who, after a tragic betrayal, loses her magic and is cursed with a childlike form. Spanning 18 issues, the story blends action, mythology, and a quest for redemption as Kurohime seeks to reclaim her lost power and confront the forces that wronged her. Fujita’s intricate, gothic-influenced art and morally complex narrative distinguish this work within early-2000s manga, making it a cult favorite for fans of supernatural revenge tales.