Parasyte: Story, Chapters and Where to Read
Parasyte (1989): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Parasyte (1989) is a action, award winning, horror, sci-fi manga by Iwaaki, Hitoshi. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.37/10 from 52,388 ratings.
What is Parasyte about?
"Parasites" are tennis ball sized creatures, whose numbers and origins are unknown. They invade and take over the human mind in order to survive. Shinichi Izumi is a 16-year-old high school student who lives with his parents in a quiet neighborhood. One night, a Parasite invades Shinichi's body in an attempt to take control of it. However, it fails to complete the takeover process and ultimately ends up inhabiting only his right arm.
Key details
Parasyte spans 64 chapters across 10 volumes, status: finished. Publication: Jul 4, 1989 to Dec 23, 1994.
Where to read Parasyte
Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.
Frequently asked questions
What is Parasyte about?
"Parasites" are tennis ball sized creatures, whose numbers and origins are unknown. They invade and take over the human mind in order to survive. Shinichi Izumi is a 16-year-old high school student who lives with his parents in a quiet neighborhood.
Is Parasyte finished?
Its publication status is: Finished.
What is the MAL rating of Parasyte?
Parasyte is rated 8.37/10 on MyAnimeList.
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