The manga adaptation of Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest (volumes 1–4, with illustrations by Roaki Misaki, story by Ryo Shirakome, and character designs by TakayaKi) follows Hajime Nagumo's dark, survival-focused journey after being betrayed and abandoned in a lethal labyrinth. The series is notable for its protagonist's transformation from a weak student into a powerful anti-hero, set against a backdrop of intense, dark action and the creation of unique weaponry in the dungeon setting.