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果ての星通信 [Hate no Shoutsuushin] #1
Correspondence from the End of the Universe, Vol. 1
A romantic sci-fi workplace drama about a spaceman pining for Earth and the partner he left behind.
Marko is a young Russian university student who is looking forward to finishing school so he can spend more time with his beloved. However, those plans go out the window when he's abducted by aliens! These extraterrestrials have a mission for Marko, one that will take ten years. All Marko can do is make the most of it and get to know the strange creatures who are now his co-workers in this offbeat tale of a life far from Earth.
Marko is a young Russian university student who is looking forward to finishing school so he can spend more time with his beloved. However, those plans go out the window when he's abducted by aliens! These extraterrestrials have a mission for Marko, one that will take ten years. All Marko can do is make the most of it and get to know the strange creatures who are now his co-workers in this offbeat tale of a life far from Earth.
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First published April 26, 2019
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October 16, 2023
4,5/5 estrellas
Correspondencia desde el fin del universo es un manga que me ha sorprendido muchísimo para bien. Una historia de ciencia ficción que mezcla el drama y la comedia en dosis justas, que me ha tenido enganchada desde la primera página.
En el primer tomo, Marco está preparándose para viajar con su novia, y reunir valor para pedirle matrimonio, pero una noche su vida cambia completamente cuando es abducido por un alienígena y le dice que no podrá regresar a casa hasta que pasen 10 años. Pero Marco no se da por vencido y no para de idear maneras de escapar y volver a la Tierra.
La historia es un poco introductoria, ya que nos presenta los personajes, el planeta que habitan y el trabajo que realizan, que no es otro que crear planetas nuevos. Me ha parecido muy interesante, el sistema utilizado para crear los planetas nuevos, algunos con vida y otros solo para abastecerse, y los diferentes alienígenas. Y sobre todo el final, un cliffhanger que deja con ganas de saber qué pasa.
De este manga también me gustaría destacar su estilo de dibujo, fue lo primero que me llamó la atención. Me gusta mucho. Y sus personajes, la mayoría adorables, que a pesar de la reticencia de Marco por quedarse, no dudan en enseñarle en su trabajo y ayudarlo si es necesario.
Si os gustan los mangas con una historia cuqui, de ciencia ficción, toques de humor y una found family, dadle una oportunidad. Por mi parte estoy deseando que llegue el segundo tomo y ver cómo continúa.
Correspondencia desde el fin del universo es un manga que me ha sorprendido muchísimo para bien. Una historia de ciencia ficción que mezcla el drama y la comedia en dosis justas, que me ha tenido enganchada desde la primera página.
En el primer tomo, Marco está preparándose para viajar con su novia, y reunir valor para pedirle matrimonio, pero una noche su vida cambia completamente cuando es abducido por un alienígena y le dice que no podrá regresar a casa hasta que pasen 10 años. Pero Marco no se da por vencido y no para de idear maneras de escapar y volver a la Tierra.
La historia es un poco introductoria, ya que nos presenta los personajes, el planeta que habitan y el trabajo que realizan, que no es otro que crear planetas nuevos. Me ha parecido muy interesante, el sistema utilizado para crear los planetas nuevos, algunos con vida y otros solo para abastecerse, y los diferentes alienígenas. Y sobre todo el final, un cliffhanger que deja con ganas de saber qué pasa.
De este manga también me gustaría destacar su estilo de dibujo, fue lo primero que me llamó la atención. Me gusta mucho. Y sus personajes, la mayoría adorables, que a pesar de la reticencia de Marco por quedarse, no dudan en enseñarle en su trabajo y ayudarlo si es necesario.
Si os gustan los mangas con una historia cuqui, de ciencia ficción, toques de humor y una found family, dadle una oportunidad. Por mi parte estoy deseando que llegue el segundo tomo y ver cómo continúa.
February 25, 2023
Primer tomo introductorio que deja con muchas preguntas y con muchas ganas de saber las respuestas.
February 13, 2024
I enjoyed this a lot. It's a bit dense but the world building is so elaborate and interesting. There's a layer of mystery beneath everything that leaves me curious for more.
February 14, 2024
I enjoyed this manga a lot. It is a science fiction about a Russian man named Marko.
Marko was preparing to ask his partner to marry him, when suddenly he is abducted by aliens. Suddenly we are introduced to a whole alien universe and different alien races and cultures.
He is told he is part of a team to "grow planets" and has to work for ten years before he can go home. Immediately after being taken , Marko starts planning how to escape.
I thought this was a really unique story(I mean there is a character who snacks on planets) and I liked the art work.
Marko was preparing to ask his partner to marry him, when suddenly he is abducted by aliens. Suddenly we are introduced to a whole alien universe and different alien races and cultures.
He is told he is part of a team to "grow planets" and has to work for ten years before he can go home. Immediately after being taken , Marko starts planning how to escape.
I thought this was a really unique story(I mean there is a character who snacks on planets) and I liked the art work.
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August 31, 2023Welcome Back!
Today we are going to review a new manga series! I picked up book one after hearing a recommendation from a trusted source. The summary of the plot seemed interesting and even though I typically read more romance or slice-of-life, this sci-fi-ish manga just caught my attention. Let’s dive into volume one!
SPOILERS AHEAD
Marko is in love! He is planning to go on a long trip with his spouse and announces the trip suddenly to his friends. They are excited for him but kind of skeptical. After meeting up with his friends to say goodbye, Marko heads home and works on finishing up his packing. However, mid-pack something weird happens and Marko is transported to another world (or universe? He is not fully sure where he is). But once he is there he meets a few other people/ life forms and learns he has been chosen to serve ten years here helping to create new planets. But Marko is determined to not spend ten years here, his life back home was just starting. But can he get out early? Where does his spouse or his friends think he is?
I was truly interested in the story and the idea that people can create planets. However, I felt like there were a lot of plot segways and while they did eventually link back to the main plot, it felt like there could have been some clearer ways to get to those points within the main story. I did love our main character’s determination to return home. I am not sure if I will pick up the next volume or unhaul this volume yet but if I pick up the next one I will be sure to share my thoughts!
Goodreads Rating: 3 Stars
Today we are going to review a new manga series! I picked up book one after hearing a recommendation from a trusted source. The summary of the plot seemed interesting and even though I typically read more romance or slice-of-life, this sci-fi-ish manga just caught my attention. Let’s dive into volume one!
SPOILERS AHEAD
Marko is in love! He is planning to go on a long trip with his spouse and announces the trip suddenly to his friends. They are excited for him but kind of skeptical. After meeting up with his friends to say goodbye, Marko heads home and works on finishing up his packing. However, mid-pack something weird happens and Marko is transported to another world (or universe? He is not fully sure where he is). But once he is there he meets a few other people/ life forms and learns he has been chosen to serve ten years here helping to create new planets. But Marko is determined to not spend ten years here, his life back home was just starting. But can he get out early? Where does his spouse or his friends think he is?
I was truly interested in the story and the idea that people can create planets. However, I felt like there were a lot of plot segways and while they did eventually link back to the main plot, it felt like there could have been some clearer ways to get to those points within the main story. I did love our main character’s determination to return home. I am not sure if I will pick up the next volume or unhaul this volume yet but if I pick up the next one I will be sure to share my thoughts!
Goodreads Rating: 3 Stars
July 10, 2023
3,5/5
Très sympa, petite série sf où un jeune homme se retrouve envoyé sur une planète lointaine pour créer des planètes à la place d’un certain créateur cosmique, obligé de rester là pendant 10 ans sans pouvoir prévenir ses proches. Il va essayer de s’échapper par tout les moyens !
J’ai bien aimé tout les moments un peu WTF orignaux avec leur travail de création et les nombreux aliens que l’on rencontre. Une petite série a la fois tranquille et un peu triste pour ce héros contre son gré qui veut seulement retrouver son amour sur terre à qui il allait faire sa proposition au moment de son enlèvement
Très sympa, petite série sf où un jeune homme se retrouve envoyé sur une planète lointaine pour créer des planètes à la place d’un certain créateur cosmique, obligé de rester là pendant 10 ans sans pouvoir prévenir ses proches. Il va essayer de s’échapper par tout les moyens !
J’ai bien aimé tout les moments un peu WTF orignaux avec leur travail de création et les nombreux aliens que l’on rencontre. Une petite série a la fois tranquille et un peu triste pour ce héros contre son gré qui veut seulement retrouver son amour sur terre à qui il allait faire sa proposition au moment de son enlèvement
February 16, 2025
3.5 stars. This was pretty fun! I like the art, the concept, and the details of the universe but sometimes I feel like I wasn’t following what the characters were talking about. Maybe it was something in the translation or the original writing itself, but the last half of the volume felt a bit disjointed in places. I will be happily reading on to volume two, however!
February 4, 2024
Me leo el primer tomo después del segundo para despistar.
April 29, 2023
Una trama muy interesante , deseando leer las demás partes
March 1, 2025
A surreal story about a young man who was just about to propose to his S.O. when he's abducted by an alien to work on a 10-year project. The small crew of different aliens are all easy-going and friendly enough, but don't seem to understand the problem with him 'disappearing' from his regular life for 10 years. Marko only wants to get home, and spends his time (when he's not working with them to make sure they suspect nothing) plotting his great escape.
The alien planet/vessel is surreal, and their mission/project is like something you might recognize from your dreams as a kid, but every now and then they drop some interesting ideas to think about: the wildly different diets of different species, the concept of clones who share all of their original's memories (and what would that mean to one's life, sense of purpose, etc?).
It's slow to develop (be warned, if you prefer a fast pace!) and Marko makes some questionable choices along the way rather than just trying to communicate (be warned, if that bothers you in a main character).
Warning: cliffhanger ending to vol.1!
Warning 2: it's a little awkward how Marko always refers to his S.O. as 'my lover' - never by name, never boyfriend/girlfriend. "I have to get back to my lover" "I was going to propose to my lover" - it just feels weird!
A bit meandering in pace for me, but that cliffhanger leaves me wondering what happened and if it might kick off some more direct action.
Content concerns: no swearing, no nudity/sex scenes, no alcohol that I remember, no drugs; occasional mild/moderate body-horror, existential surreality
The alien planet/vessel is surreal, and their mission/project is like something you might recognize from your dreams as a kid, but every now and then they drop some interesting ideas to think about: the wildly different diets of different species, the concept of clones who share all of their original's memories (and what would that mean to one's life, sense of purpose, etc?).
It's slow to develop (be warned, if you prefer a fast pace!) and Marko makes some questionable choices along the way rather than just trying to communicate (be warned, if that bothers you in a main character).
Warning: cliffhanger ending to vol.1!
Warning 2: it's a little awkward how Marko always refers to his S.O. as 'my lover' - never by name, never boyfriend/girlfriend. "I have to get back to my lover" "I was going to propose to my lover" - it just feels weird!
A bit meandering in pace for me, but that cliffhanger leaves me wondering what happened and if it might kick off some more direct action.
Content concerns: no swearing, no nudity/sex scenes, no alcohol that I remember, no drugs; occasional mild/moderate body-horror, existential surreality
March 30, 2023
This is a cute slice of life, however I don’t think I’ll be continuing with the series. I found Mauu engaging and the clone section interesting, but the rest of the cast didn’t do anything for me. There are parts of the story that made it worth reading, but nothing to make me want to continue with it.
One thing that bothered me about the world-building is the method of choosing who should work on Mosly- it’s random. Which is fine and all, but there are two kinds of planets in this world: open and closed. Open is planets that interact with other planets and closed is planets that haven’t gone that far into space yet. I don’t understand why anyone from a closed planet should be chosen to begin with. They have to be taught about how planets are made and need to learn the universal language before they can even read. I also doubt Marko’s attempts at escape are unique. Why wouldn’t closed planets be excluded from the selection process? Or planet making could be a profession, which would probably create better results anyway. The story wouldn’t exist without the selection process but I found that bit to be poorly thought out.
One thing that bothered me about the world-building is the method of choosing who should work on Mosly- it’s random. Which is fine and all, but there are two kinds of planets in this world: open and closed. Open is planets that interact with other planets and closed is planets that haven’t gone that far into space yet. I don’t understand why anyone from a closed planet should be chosen to begin with. They have to be taught about how planets are made and need to learn the universal language before they can even read. I also doubt Marko’s attempts at escape are unique. Why wouldn’t closed planets be excluded from the selection process? Or planet making could be a profession, which would probably create better results anyway. The story wouldn’t exist without the selection process but I found that bit to be poorly thought out.
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October 23, 2022
A young man tells his friends that he and his lover (who they've never met, and whose gender they appear to not be sure of) are headed on a trip around the world together. But the night before they're supposed to leave, he's kidnapped by the same alien that visited him when he was struck by lightning as a child. He must now spend ten years involved in making planets and stars.
This is a bizarre little magical realism manga where planets are created from seeds and fireworks, and space is a lot more magic than scientific.
It's a lot silly, and we don't really get any characters with much depth but each chapter moves the story somewhere unexpected. Sadly, the pace is so brisk that every piece of dialgue seems to be exposition to keep the reader from being completely lost.
While it's certainly not my favorite manga series from the last couple of years, it has charming moments, and definitely falls into the wholesome Sort Of Slice Of Life (but, you know, in space) comics wher eyou don't have to worry about anything having too muc emotional impact.
This is a bizarre little magical realism manga where planets are created from seeds and fireworks, and space is a lot more magic than scientific.
It's a lot silly, and we don't really get any characters with much depth but each chapter moves the story somewhere unexpected. Sadly, the pace is so brisk that every piece of dialgue seems to be exposition to keep the reader from being completely lost.
While it's certainly not my favorite manga series from the last couple of years, it has charming moments, and definitely falls into the wholesome Sort Of Slice Of Life (but, you know, in space) comics wher eyou don't have to worry about anything having too muc emotional impact.
August 7, 2025
This is an odd but charming first volume for a series about a young, human man—Marko—being abducted by aliens to assist their research team on a ten year project.
Despite the aliens being kind and welcoming, all Marko wants to do is return home so he can be with his lover. He decides he’ll play along until an opportunity to escape presents itself. Though, it seems Marko is vastly unaware of the challenges this mission poses.
Tbh, this is a little slow—but it’s cute?
The art style here is pretty quaint—somehow giving galactic cottage-core (if that’s a thing). Thus far, all characters aside from Marko are fairly indistinct—but I’m willing to give them some time to be fleshed out.
Mostly, I’m interested in meeting Marko’s partner. I’m hoping this is a queer-positive story—but, we’ll see. The ambiguity of his partner so far seems to be leaning that way.
Anyway.
If you might enjoy a cozy, sci-fi story with some light angst and a potentially queer relationship, maybe check out this series~
Despite the aliens being kind and welcoming, all Marko wants to do is return home so he can be with his lover. He decides he’ll play along until an opportunity to escape presents itself. Though, it seems Marko is vastly unaware of the challenges this mission poses.
Tbh, this is a little slow—but it’s cute?
The art style here is pretty quaint—somehow giving galactic cottage-core (if that’s a thing). Thus far, all characters aside from Marko are fairly indistinct—but I’m willing to give them some time to be fleshed out.
Mostly, I’m interested in meeting Marko’s partner. I’m hoping this is a queer-positive story—but, we’ll see. The ambiguity of his partner so far seems to be leaning that way.
Anyway.
If you might enjoy a cozy, sci-fi story with some light angst and a potentially queer relationship, maybe check out this series~
January 21, 2023
Auhhhh I love the cover art!
So here's a somewhat unusual protagonist for manga: He's Russian.
10 years ago he was struck by lightning and told something would come for him in 10 years. Lo and behold, that thing returns and whisks him away to do some managerial work regarding planet creation. He's stuck for 10 years. Of course, the first thing Marko does is try to get back home, because seriously? What the heck? Why can't he at least phone home??
I really like the detailed art and the alien boss's design. There's clearly a lot of love in the setting and we are left with a cliffhanger. Marko is just a bit one-note about trying to escape that his personality isn't really shown. I'm still charmed by this unique story and want to see where it goes, AND if Marko's lover is male... or an alien or something!
So here's a somewhat unusual protagonist for manga: He's Russian.
10 years ago he was struck by lightning and told something would come for him in 10 years. Lo and behold, that thing returns and whisks him away to do some managerial work regarding planet creation. He's stuck for 10 years. Of course, the first thing Marko does is try to get back home, because seriously? What the heck? Why can't he at least phone home??
I really like the detailed art and the alien boss's design. There's clearly a lot of love in the setting and we are left with a cliffhanger. Marko is just a bit one-note about trying to escape that his personality isn't really shown. I'm still charmed by this unique story and want to see where it goes, AND if Marko's lover is male... or an alien or something!
January 29, 2025
I'm the only person on Earth who, given the opportunity, would be happy to leave it all behind and build planets for a decade? I mean, yes, things and people would be missed dearly, but we're talking about doing something that 1 human, in all of humanity, gets to do at a time?
And it's not like you're in prison, they feed you and stuff. You play hide and seek.
I have the same problem with Thing from Fantastic Four: Yes, he's a rock monster. But being a rock monster has provided him some pretty amazing opportunities. Sure, his buddy Reed fucked up BIGTIME and turned him into a rock monster, but he's seen shit nobody else will ever see, done things nobody else will ever do!
I mean, I don't understand why this guy is trying so hard to escape. His partner must be a babe.
And it's not like you're in prison, they feed you and stuff. You play hide and seek.
I have the same problem with Thing from Fantastic Four: Yes, he's a rock monster. But being a rock monster has provided him some pretty amazing opportunities. Sure, his buddy Reed fucked up BIGTIME and turned him into a rock monster, but he's seen shit nobody else will ever see, done things nobody else will ever do!
I mean, I don't understand why this guy is trying so hard to escape. His partner must be a babe.
January 21, 2023
I loved this!!
I randomly added this to my recent manga order because I thought it sounded interesting and science-y.
Well it was interesting and the science is...out of this world (pardon the pun lol). I really love the world building going on. Filled with instructions on building new planets and meeting new alien species on different worlds across the galaxy. I also just love the extra tid bits about Marko's room and about Mosly, etc. I live for that kinda detail!
The volume ends on a cliffhanger so I am excited to get volume two soon!!
I randomly added this to my recent manga order because I thought it sounded interesting and science-y.
Well it was interesting and the science is...out of this world (pardon the pun lol). I really love the world building going on. Filled with instructions on building new planets and meeting new alien species on different worlds across the galaxy. I also just love the extra tid bits about Marko's room and about Mosly, etc. I live for that kinda detail!
The volume ends on a cliffhanger so I am excited to get volume two soon!!
August 11, 2023
Concept-Manga, End Star Communication ne m'a pas parlée du tout et je me suis retrouvée dans la situation décrite par le titre avec une communication qui ne passait pas et s'arrêtait là. Trop loufoque, trop décalé pour moi. Trop vite et creux également, avec un humour qui ne me parlait pas forcément et le sentiment d'une intrigue vite creuse et répétitive. L'aventure s'arrête là. Mais qui sait peut-être aurez-vous l'âme plus originale et voyageuse que moi ? ;)
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April 9, 2024
Je suis tombée sur ce petit manga dont l'allure change de l'ordinaire. Les mangas SF, j'ai l'impression que c'est plutôt rare ! Déjà un plus. Le scénario n'est pas des plus incroyables, mais j'ai bien aimé ce protagoniste proactif, clairement anti-héros par moments, qui est plus mystérieux que l'univers dans lequel il est transporté. Qui est-il ? Que lui est il arrivé ? Qu'est ce qui continue de lui arriver ? On a envie d'en savoir plus ! L'histoire oscille entre douceur et sérieux, sans trop se positionner pour le moment. À voir pour un tournant dans le second tome.
September 4, 2022
I’m not so sure where this one is going. We’ll see if the next volume can keep me interested. The character art is pretty blah for me. I do enjoy the environments, and the splash pages have some interesting compositions. You can’t tell until the end, but, damn, Marko is yoked!
February 16, 2025
Science-fantasy anime, simplistic, with some wonderfully creative moments. My favorite aside is the race of clones who travel the universe looking for expressions of love on behalf of the other non-clone of their species.
October 11, 2022
I personally just didn’t find the story interesting, but the art style was great! Just wasn’t for me.
February 23, 2023
Honestly, I read this manga 4 days ago and I can barely remember the plot outside of the cute little alien Mauu.
Overall, I think the concept of abduction for the purpose of a higher power calling is perfectly fine - and would have hit harder if we didn't live in the world of Isekaii's.
I hate dropping series, particularly when I invested in a physical copy, but I just don't think this is one that I will continue. Very much wish I had read the digital copy!
Overall, I think the concept of abduction for the purpose of a higher power calling is perfectly fine - and would have hit harder if we didn't live in the world of Isekaii's.
I hate dropping series, particularly when I invested in a physical copy, but I just don't think this is one that I will continue. Very much wish I had read the digital copy!
September 30, 2023
I’m a little unattached to the characters. I guess I’ll give it one more volume to see if I end up liking it after all.
October 18, 2023
Fun with cool art, I'm not sure if I like it yet but I'm into it enough to keep reading
August 12, 2024
I really enjoyed the world building of this manga but I hope it can continue to keep my attention
April 9, 2025
Unique and fresh, I like the concept of it! 🥰
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 12, 2025
I liked the art but there was a little bit too much complicated, science jargon for me and it would pull me out of the story
September 16, 2025
⭐︎3.75
It was a little slow but a lot of fun.
It was a little slow but a lot of fun.
September 27, 2025
Interesting story. Not as much romance as I’d like. Characters are enjoyable.
November 15, 2025
I don't know how to describe it properly enough, but this was great.
I need volume 2!
I need volume 2!
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