No. 5
Viz · 2002–2003 · 2 issues
About the series
Taiyō Matsumoto’s No. 5 is a surreal, post-apocalyptic manga from Viz that ran for two issues in 2002–2003. The series follows a team of elite operatives, each designated by a number, as they pursue a rogue member who has abandoned his mission and fled across a bizarre, desolate landscape. Matsumoto’s distinctive, fluid linework and abstract storytelling define the series, making it a cult standout for its dreamlike, unconventional take on the super-soldier genre. Its brief but potent run showcases the artist’s singular vision, cementing it as a fascinating artifact of early-2000s alternative manga.
