Earthlings

In "Earthlings," Natsuki struggles to find her place in a world that feels alien to her, overshadowed by her family's preference for her sister and battling against a bullying teacher. Her only companions are her plush toy hedgehog, Piyyut, who claims to be on a quest from another planet, and her cousin Yuu, who confides his own extraterrestrial identity. As Natsuki navigates the challenges of her life, she discovers an unexpected inner power and questions the mundane reality that surrounds her. This thought-provoking tale explores themes of happiness and the outsider experience, solidifying Sayaka Murata's reputation as a master storyteller.