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7 Seeds  
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Description
In the immediate future, a giant meteorite has collided with earth. All living organisms, including mankind, have been wiped off the face of the planet. The government, who had foreseen this outcome, took measures to counter the worst-case scenario. In particular was Project “7 SEEDS”, in which five sets of seven gifted young men and women were carefully selected and placed into teams (Spring, Summer A, Summer B, Autumn and Winter). Each participant was then put under cryogenic sleep in hopes of preserving the continued existence of mankind.

When those men and women awoke, they found themselves suddenly thrust into a cruel world. While bereft and grieved over forever losing their loved ones, they sought to find ways to survive.

7 Seeds won the 2007 Shogakukan Manga Award for shoujo manga.

Type
Manga

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Associated Names
セブン シーズ
幻海奇情
幻海奇缘
幻海迷情
秘园情人
7Seeds

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Latest Release(s)
v.22 c.115 by Rain Over Paradise (7d ago)
v.24 c.123 by Tsukihana Scans (22d ago)
v.22 c.114 by Rain Over Paradise (23d ago)
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Status in Country of Origin
24 Volumes (Ongoing)

Completely Scanlated?
No

Anime Start/End Chapter
N/A

User Reviews
7 Seeds by tsubasa22

Forum
8 topics, 125 posts
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User Rating
Average: 9 / 10.0 (549 votes)
Bayesian Average: 8.88 / 10.0
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Last Updated
March 12th 2013, 5:12am PST


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Year
2002

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Serialized In (magazine)
Betsucomi (Shogakukan)
Flowers (Shogakukan)

Licensed (in English)
No

English Publisher
N/A

Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos #272 decreased(-103)
Monthly Pos #145 increased(+79)
3 Month Pos #176 increased(+8)
6 Month Pos #167 decreased(-13)

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On 1728 reading lists
On 1368 wish lists
On 98 unfinished lists
On 357 custom lists

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Hana and Arashi 14 days, 1 hours, 0 minutes ago
which character do you like most? 110 days, 18 hours, 9 minutes ago
Can anyone spoilerize me plz? 455 days, 21 hours, 18 minutes ago
Will I enjoy this? 634 days, 17 hours, 46 minutes ago
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Very good... a true adventure   
Rating: 9.5 / 10.0
by VampireBanana
March 25th, 2010, 6:14am
Plot and the cast seemed rather conventional at first. However, after a number of volumes, the story became far more intriguing and fascinating.

The main character is fairly wimpy at first(wow... a teenager who asks for permission to go to the toilet is a rare sight! haha! smile ) but at least she starts to evolve a lot, learning from the people and environment around her. Also, the rest of the cast evolve over time and you can see how their relations change as they interact: trust, mistrust, jealousy, acknowledgment, acceptance, fear, happiness, anger, sadness, deep pondering, etc., etc., and all these affect their teamwork and teamplay as well as their personal views and state of emotions.

Also, the details to the evolution of plants, animals, soil, clouds, star constellations, how the asteroid/meteor impacted Japan and other countries, what plans Japan made, etc., etc. are nothing short of amazing, so the background of the story is really rich.

At first, I had plenty of misgivings due to the amount of cast but the mangaka has proven her ability in layering tapestry upon tapestry of details, without affecting the quality of the plot.

And the idea to put in
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instructors/leaders who knew about what had happened, was an excellent plot device. Usually, many post-apocalypse stories turn out to be a total farce because they rely too heavily on the cast suddenly figuring out that it's a "post-apocalypse" without having much evidence or knowledge of the "supposed incidents".


As for the art itself, well... the style probably follows old-school shoujo artstyle, so some might have reservations about it. However, the ability to depict geographical, technological, modern, ecological, movement, characters' tension/moods/personalities and other details is nothing short of amazing. There are plenty of artists who excel in some but few who excel in most or all of these. To actually depict all these with some level of emotion and atmosphere is amazing! For, after all, there's a difference between "technical drawings" and "impressing upon the viewer with sombre, happiness, calmness, etc., etc.". And furthermore, to partially shape the plot with aid of such devices requires a true mastery of many things.

... Last updated on March 25th, 2010, 8:22am
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awesome   
Rating: N/A
by ricecake24
October 19th, 2009, 3:28pm
quite excellent. while i get tired of "post apocalyptic" stories, this one draws you in. the mangaka does a good job of presenting psychological issues that people today probably think about human nature. i'm surprised some people don't seem to like the characters though! at first i found myself annoyed on the first two volumes, but once you try to understand their motivations and reasoning, you realize that it's just being human and i found myself rooting for them. my particular favorite is natsu -- i find her to be a well rounded character because she finds her strengths along the way when she initially stars out as very timid. pity that the scanlations come out slowly, but as long as they're coming i will continually wait excitedly for the next releases.
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urg   
Rating: N/A
by Annita
September 10th, 2009, 8:48am
I've put this title on hold for few years now lol.
It's an interesting read.
But waiting for each chapter is painful, because I just couldn't remember what the last chapter was about. And because of that, the plot seems very confusing when I get my hand on a new chapter, that I need to go back and re-read some volumes. Yes, it's that complicated. biggrin
Therefore, this title will be one of the very first title I'll re-read when it finishes. But then who knows when will it'll be get done. sad

... Last updated on August 27th, 2011, 6:21am
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scary... O_O   
Rating: N/A
by fictionalscience
July 31st, 2009, 1:49am
I read the first 7 volumes in one day. It was like having a nightmare (for 12 hours), that is, a nightmare that's so interesting that you want to keep watching it, but you'll probably be too scared to come back and watch it again. The monsters were not only actual monsters, but, sometimes, also people (yep, living up to the "psychological" tag).

Nice artwork (although the drawing of the characters look really old school). The disgusting creatures all look so real.

I have to admit though, it's not the most original survival story I've ever seen. But it's certainly well-executed, enough to keep you thinking about it for a while.

If you think the first few volumes aren't interesting enough, keep reading, because it gets more complicated.
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Great story   
Rating: 8.0 / 10.0
by Akatsubaki
July 22nd, 2009, 12:13am
When I read the reviews i feel this will be interesting manga.
Yup it is interesting, despite the art isn't really.... oh nevermind.
I got confused with the plot in early volumes... cause each volumes told different story about 7seeds' teams. Up 10 volumes, they slowly interact to other teams... I like this kind of story, well there will be lot of conflict, struggle, survival, love, and I hope this manga won't turn up to be cliche love story....
so far it goes, the story fascinating me... i want more!

... Last updated on August 28th, 2010, 7:36pm
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Review   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by sailorliones
July 10th, 2009, 10:12pm
I don't like survival mangas, and I don't usually read art styles that are not eye catching. I REALLY do not read survival anything... but this one just caught me and I decided to go at it. In a few words... it's amazing. There's not much of a plot since they just wander around everywhere, but the characters are really interesting. Each chapter and volume... the manga is made out of the character interactions and the development of each character. They're really awesome. Even if it was good I though my disinterest in the genre would tune me out, but here I am finishing ch42 at 1 AM when I detest going to sleep late. It's an excellent manga. You need to read it.

Oh yes, and the art style will grow on you. I quite agree that it doesn't compel one to read the manga initially.

... Last updated on July 10th, 2009, 10:17pm
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One of my favorites   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by xek
June 28th, 2009, 11:48am
I almost skipped this one after reading three chapters because I thought the drawings were crappy and I didn't really like any of the characters. But because of the good rating I felt obligated to at least read some more chapters before I decide. After completing volume 2 I started to to think this was kind of interesting and I got used to the drawings, too. I am now almost finished with volume 4 and in my opinion the manga got more interesting with every volume. It is now definitely one of my favorites.
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Excellent!   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by chibigirl01
June 8th, 2009, 5:45am
I tried to wait until more of this series was released, but I just couldn't! The plot for this is amazing! It's an incredibly original and unique series. Also, there are always, always twists to the storyline. I just finished Chapter 41. Why did they have to end it at such a gripping cliffhanger??!!
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no less than a masterpiece...   
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
by Izvcila
January 26th, 2009, 4:37am
Well I don't usually leave review on public site but I made this exception for 7seeds.
- In general: just finished volume 14, I guess it's far enough to say that this manga is very great.Through out the long run, it keeps getting better and better (which it's rare 'cause lots of series go downhill fast) It's very dramatic at times, but I still found it enjoyable. Tamura did a great job with balance story details, one of the reasons why I like 7seeds more than her previous work, Basara.
- The plot: the idea is novel worthy and stand out in so many ways, even the message 7seeds' carring is very different too. It may started off little slow but it needs time to get details sharpen. Tamura is story-wise master, which she proved by Basara, but I'm still amazed at her knowledge on this one, every little things she wrote has some meanings with it, you must read through carefully or you'll miss it. The humor in 7seeds is very subtle, and charming too.
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My favorite part must be the arc about Dragon King's Palace, a masterpiece in its true meaning that I'll never forget, it just took all your emotions out.

- The characters: good story comes along with good characters, of course. Though it has many characters, they're still be able to stand out in their own personality. btw, the characters connection in 7seeds rules!
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Not all characters are likable but still, you will fall for them.

- The art: not something I really care, but even if you don't like it at first, you'll get used to it though.

My overall rating is 9.5/10, but I may change it in future since it's not going to end anytime soon, and believe me, I'm at volume 14 and still clueless about the ending, way too unpredictable.

... Last updated on January 26th, 2009, 4:40am
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lovely read   
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
by meeu
January 20th, 2009, 1:11pm
Art maybe somewhat of a distaste for some, but it'll grow on you as you read along. Pacing of the story's well done, and its depth in portraying the different characters' background and development on equal allotment are its greatest strength. Read thoroughly and you shall not be disappointed

... Last updated on January 20th, 2009, 1:12pm
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