Dark Gathering (Vol. 2) - Kenichi Kondo

Dark Gathering Vol. 2 continues the chilling and gripping journey of Keitaro Gentoga and Yayoi Hozuki as they delve deeper into the spiritual darkness haunting the world around them. Keitaro, still recovering from past trauma caused by a supernatural encounter, finds himself dragged further into Yayoi’s mission to track and confront malicious ghosts in hopes of finding her mother’s spirit.

This volume explores more haunted locations, escalating the dangers and presenting even more grotesque and terrifying spirit manifestations. As Yayoi’s true intentions become clearer, Keitaro must decide how far he's willing to go—and how much he’s willing to risk—to help her.

Main Themes of the Book

• Confronting the Past: Keitaro is forced to relive and challenge his fears in order to move forward.
• Haunted Connections: The bonds between the living and the dead are both emotional and terrifying.
• Sacrifice and Protection: Keitaro begins to question how much he can protect others at the cost of himself.
• Mystery and Obsession: Yayoi’s relentless pursuit of her mother’s spirit reveals deep emotional scars and hidden motives.
• The Nature of Spirits: Each haunting encountered reveals something unsettling about human regrets and lingering sorrow.

Why you should read this manga 

• It balances psychological horror with traditional ghost stories for maximum suspense.
• The manga has deeply emotional storytelling under its supernatural surface.
• The art style is detailed, haunting, and perfect for horror fans.
• Characters grow significantly, especially Keitaro as he faces his deepest fears.
• You’ll get a fresh take on spiritual battles that feel both personal and horrific.

Dark Gathering Vol. 2 amps up the terror and emotional intensity, building on the groundwork of Volume 1 with more frightening spirits, complex character development, and an ever-thickening mystery. Kenichi Kondo crafts a masterfully eerie story that’s as much about healing and obsession as it is about curses and hauntings. If you love horror that digs into the soul, this volume delivers.