Isekai

Isekai (/ˈiːsəkʌɪ/) This term, born in Japan, literally means "another world". It was first used in Haruka Takachiho's novel, Isekai no Yūshi (The Warrior from Another World), published in 1975. In this type of fantasy fiction, protagonists find themselves projected into another world. Whether by magic, reincarnation, or even through a video game, the method used is of little importance. The central element to remember is this concept of another world. To better understand, let’s examine the most well-known types of isekai. Reincarnation Isekai : The protagonist dies in their original world and is reborn in another world with memories of their past life. For example, Re:Zero . Transportation Isekai : The hero is physically transported from one world to another, often by magic or a supernatural event. An example is The Rising of the Shield Hero . Video Game Isekai : The main character finds themselves trapped in a video game and must navigate this virtual world as if it...