Mardock Scramble

Mardock Scramble (マルドゥック・スクランブル) is a Japanese science fiction novel series written by Tow Ubukata. The series was originally published in Japan from May to July 2003, consisting of three volumes. Set in the futuristic city of Kamina, the story follows Rune Balot, a prostitute who is murdered by a crime boss named Shell Septinous. She is later resurrected as a cyborg by Dr. Easter. To avenge her death and expose Shell's crimes, Rune embarks on a journey with an AI mouse named Ouefcoque. The series was later adapted into a manga and an anime film trilogy. Mardock Scramble is known for its cyberpunk style, profound social commentary, and complex character relationships, and it was awarded the 24th Nihon SF Taisho Award. The series explores themes of revenge, redemption, humanity, and the ethics of technology. Furthermore, the novels delve into social issues such as corruption, crime, and the abuse of power, making the series deeply relevant.