Stigmata: Seikon Sousa

Asako Minami possesses a deeply unsettling yet invaluable gift. Born with a unique constitution, he is able to sense the lingering thoughts of murder victims, experiencing the agonizing circumstances of their final moments directly within his own body. This involuntary reaction manifests much like stigmata, forcing him to physically endure the trauma of the deceased. Despite the heavy personal toll this ability exacts, it has become an indispensable asset in unraveling complex and seemingly impossible cases for Special Investigations Unit Six of the Metropolitan Police Department. Within the unit, Asako works alongside Superintendent Hiroto Kuroiwa, a reserved and disciplined officer who serves as his primary partner. Though Kuroiwa has steadily climbed the ranks of the Metropolitan Police Department through dedication and hard work, he quietly struggles with self-doubt, constantly questioning his own capabilities as an investigator. Together, the two form an unlikely but effective partnership. Asako’s visceral connection to the dead perfectly complements Kuroiwa’s methodical approach to police work, allowing them to navigate the darkest corners of criminal investigations while confronting both external mysteries and their own internal conflicts.