TRICKSTER

"Trickster: Edogawa Ranpo" is a gripping mystery anime that pays homage to the works of renowned Japanese author Edogawa Ranpo, known for his psychological thrillers and detective stories. Set in a dystopian future, the series follows the adventures of a group of talented young individuals who find themselves entangled in a complex web of enigmas and darkness. In a world plagued by a mysterious phenomenon known as the "Twenty Faces," a notorious criminal mastermind who commits baffling crimes and always manages to evade capture, the lives of the main characters take an unexpected turn. Kensuke Hanasaki, an eccentric teenager with a brilliant mind, becomes fascinated with the elusive Twenty Faces and aspires to unravel the secrets behind his crimes. Kensuke joins the Boy's Detective Club, a group of talented misfits with unique skills and backgrounds. Led by the enigmatic and charismatic Yoshio Kobayashi, the club sets out to investigate the supernatural occurrences linked to the Twenty Faces. Along their journey, they encounter an enigmatic young boy named Rampo Edogawa, who possesses extraordinary deductive abilities reminiscent of the famous author himself. As the Boy's Detective Club delves deeper into their investigations, they face increasingly perilous challenges and mind-bending puzzles that push the limits of their abilities and test the bonds of their friendship. Each encounter with the Twenty Faces brings them closer to the truth, unraveling the intricate layers of mystery that surround their world.