Written by Haro Aso, Alice in Borderland has captivated a huge fanbase, especially after the Netflix series introduced us to the intense storytelling with the stunning visuals and some unforgettable characters. Ryohei Arisu is the heart of the story, and he is also the one who made every fan realize what playing video games does to one’s mind. With his strategic mind, Arisu survives even the most challenging games that those with supreme physical strength struggle with. As fans delve deeper into the pages of the manga, one question that looms larger is whether Arisu makes it until the end.
Spoiler Warning:
This post contains spoilers from the Alice in Borderland manga. So, read at your own risk.
Does Arisu Survive in Alice in Borderland Manga?
Arisu survives in the Alice in Borderland manga. Not only does he survive in the end, but the manga also implies that he leads a happy life with his love, Usagi. Arisu and his friends, Chota and Karube, are hit by a meteorite disaster, which leaves them in comas. The trio, along with the other victims of the tragedy, are teleported to the dystopian world called the ‘Borderland.’ This world teaches them to what extent one can go to escape death. Borderlands presents several deadly challenges to Arisu and everyone else present in the Borderlands, which they must overcome to extend their visas.
The brutal games of Borderlands test players’ intelligence, stamina, physical prowess, and teamwork ability. Initially, Arisu faced the challenges with Chota and Karube, but after their tragic deaths during the ‘Seven of Hearts’ game, he made some connections with the characters like Usagi. Despite giving the deadly games his all, Arisu is pushed closer to the brink, both mentally and physically. He comes across several cunning opponents and suffers heart-wrenching betrayals, but his will to survive never lets him stop.
Why Fans Worry About Arisu?
Alice in Borderland presents an unpredictable story, with moments where Arisu’s survival seems uncertain. Arisu’s ability to think under extreme pressure helped him to survive the brutal games of the Borderlands. At the start of Manga, Arisu appears as an underdog protagonist who used to spend his days playing video games and being criticized by his father. So, from a nobody to a standout player, it’s Arisu’s emotional and physical evolution that defines the story.
Alice in Borderland doesn’t shy away from killing off the key characters, including Hatter, Kyuma, and Mira, so the question of Arisu’s survival always resonates with the fandom. However, while Borderlands took many lives, it at least provided a satisfying conclusion by allowing Arisu to return to the real world.
Shashank Shakya
Shashank Shakya
