The World Below: A Call Within

The World Below: A Call Within is the first part of a story about leads and bystanders. You follow Achi, a young Yakuza trying to redeem himself, win his freedom and protect the people he loves, as something incomprehensible and disturbing approaches the gates of the world below.

Achi's story

Achi ran away from an orphanage at sixteen and found himself among concrete, indifference and violence. Three years later, as the weight of his sin became unbearable, a mysterious creature from within and a peculiar detective saved him. He does not know that darker, more disturbing voices are about to reach him.

Story and presentation

The episode presents its narrative in a pulp style, blending different genres and aiming to surprise through to the end. It features hand-drawn sprites and CGs, real photos of Osaka edited to create a surreal feel, and an original soundtrack. The story includes disturbing and unexpected moments, a varied cast of characters, and intense, original fighting scenes. Reading takes 8 to 10 hours, depending on pace.