Shinsekai

Shinsekai, also known as the "New World," is a fictional society depicted in the 1987 novel by Japanese author Yotsumoto Yoshibe and its 1987 anime adaptation, created by A.I.C. The story is set a thousand years in the future, after a cataclysmic event that wiped out most of humanity. The survivors, who developed psychic abilities known as "cantus," established a highly controlled and stratified society. This society is governed by strict rules and rituals designed to maintain order and prevent the misuse of their powers.

The narrative primarily follows a group of young people as they navigate the complexities of their world. They discover unsettling truths about their history, the origins of their powers, and the true nature of the society they inhabit. Themes of control, freedom, morality, and the dangers of unchecked power are central to the story. The inhabitants of Shinsekai live in isolated villages, carefully shielded from the outside world, which is believed to be dangerous and uninhabited. Their society is built upon a foundation of genetic engineering and psychological conditioning to ensure compliance and prevent any deviation from the established norms. The discovery of forbidden knowledge challenges their understanding of their existence and leads to a growing sense of rebellion.