Black Torch is a supernatural action manga set in a modern world where ancient spirits known as mononoke secretly coexist with humans, following Jiro Azuma, a delinquent teenager gifted with the ability to communicate with animals, whose life changes when he encounters Rago, a powerful and arrogant black cat spirit, dragging him into violent conflicts between mononoke, humans, and a covert government organization tasked with exterminating supernatural threats, delivering fast-paced battles, sharp humor, and a gritty urban fantasy atmosphere as Jiro learns to wield dangerous powers tied to his bond with Rago. As the story unfolds, it explores themes of coexistence, trust between species, identity, and the cost of power, balancing shonen-style action with emotional moments rooted in loyalty and survival. Blending action, supernatural, urban fantasy, and shonen elements, the series gained attention for its stylish art and concise storytelling, also known as Black Torch manga, ブラックトーチ, Burakku Tōchi, Black Torch Tsuyoshi Takaki, Jiro Azuma manga, Rago mononoke, supernatural battle manga, urban fantasy shonen, and spirit combat series.