Kingdom
- キングダム
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Synopsis
During the Warring States period in China, Xin and Piao are two brother-like youngsters who dream of becoming Great Generals, despite their low status as orphaned slaves. One day, they encounter a man of nobility, who gives Piao an opportunity to undertake an important duty within the state of Qin's royal palace. Parting ways, Xin and Piao promise each other to one day become the greatest generals in the world. However, after a fierce coup d'état occurs in the palace, Xin meets with a dying Piao, whose last words spur him into action and lead him to encounter the young and soon-to-be king of Qin, Zheng Ying. Although initially on bad terms, Xin and Zheng become comrades and start on a path filled with trials and bloodshed. Zheng's objective is to bring all the warring states under Qin, and Xin seeks to climb to the very top of the army ranks. Against a backdrop of constant tactical battle between states and great political unrest, both outside and within the palace, the two endeavor towards their monumental ambitions that will change history forever. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Publication notes
In 2013, Kingdom was awarded the 17th Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Grand Prize. As of December 2024, the series has sold over 110 million copies. On December 12, 2012, the series won a Guinness World Record for manga written by the most people. The record was made possible due to its Social Kingdom Campaign, where artists, fans, and voice actors redrew the entire 26th volume. Each participant picked and redrew one frame; the top 100 would be given a special edition of the manga. (One Piece), (Naruto), (JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken), and many others were among the participants. A live-action movie of Kingdom was released on April 19, 2019, a second one on July 15, 2022, a third one on July 28, 2023, and a fourth one on July 12, 2024. Kingdom has been published in English by VIZ Media under the VIZ Signature imprint since November 11, 2025.
Published
Jan 26, 2006 to ?
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Main characters
Xin3527 fan favoritesExternal profileXin is one of Kingdom's main characters. He grew up like a slave together with his best friend and fellow orphan, Hyō, in a small village, but the two always dreamed of leaving their social class by becoming the world's greatest generals. Not much is known of Xin's family or past. Xin has a temper, but he also has a good heart. He is clearly loyal to his friends since he vows to not stop until Hyou's is fully avenged-even at the risk of his own death. His hot temper also makes him clash with Ten and they tend to bicker like siblings constantly! Xin's swordsmanship skills are very good due to his constant training over 1000 times with Hyō, but he also has monstrous strength and is very agile. In the fight with Jo Kan, it seems that Shin also has the ability to adapt very quickly in order to get the upper hand in battles. Xin dream is to become the world's greatest general, so that his name will be known even in the heavens. He shared this dream with Piao and now sets out to fulfill it for both of them.
Qiang Lei1708 fan favoritesExternal profileQiang Lei is a member of a legendary assassin clan called "Chi You" that is exceptional in combat and uses the notorious Dance of Death. She fights with a sword named "Lu Seui."
Zheng Ying582 fan favoritesExternal profileAge: 16-17 Ei Sei is the king of Qin who bears a striking resemblance to Shin's friend Hyou. His father was the late king, but his mother did not have any royal blood. Ei Sei seems level headed but somewhat cold. When Shin was going to let Jo Kan leave, Ei Sei kills the assassin without remorse. However, he does care at least a little bit about those loyal to him.
Diao He Liao178 fan favoritesExternal profileThe last descendant of a Mountain Tribe, assisting Ei Sei and Shin. Diao becomes an expert in blowing poisonous needles from the hollow bamboo stem which she acquires from the 2nd assassin who is defeated by Xin sent to kill all 3 of them.
