In the enigmatic world of Alichino, the beautiful creatures known as Alichino grow stronger by eating the souls of humans. However, the power of "kusabi" also grows stronger when it releases the spirit of an Alichino. When the mysterious Matsurika makes an appearance at Tsugiri's home -- and threatens to kill those close to him -- he will need to pursue this predator to protect his friends.

Tsugiri
His name literally means 'binding companion.' Tsugiri is a boy who has a strong dislike for Alichinos, and possesses the power to kill them. His mother was killed -- along with their entire town -- by Alichino. He alone was saved -- by Hyura, and then put into Ryoko & Myobi's care.

Myobi
Her name literally means 'beautiful darkness.' She is an Alichino, and has white hair & red eyes. She is a protector of the Kusabi, and loves Ryoko very much. She and Ryoko saved Tsugiri when he was a child.

Ryoko
A powerful man whom Myobi calls her 'master.' Ten years ago, he rescued Tsugiri from a near-death incident.

Yui
Yui is a male Alchino and the ruler of an entire city that is in his thrall. He is a different sort of Alichino in that he lets his human targets live on and worship him, instead of eating their souls.

Kouyu Shurei
Shurei-sensei won the prestigious Cobalt Illustrator's Award in 1995. Her career has included illustrations for several series of novels. She also drew doujinshi with the 'Shi no Tenshi' (Angel of Death) circle. Alichino is her first major manga.

Her birthday is July 6, she's a Cancer, and her bloodtype is 0.