After seeing ring-like markings around the necks of two boys who miraculously survived a recent accident, Michiru Kita, possessing the rare ability to know the rings warn of impending death, find the boys have made a deal for survival that comes with a heavy price tag.

Original Japanese title: Zonbi råon. "First published in Japan in 2003 by Square Enix Co."-- Vol. 1, colophon.