"The Promised Neverland" is a Japanese manga and anime series created by Kaiu Shirai and illustrated by Posuka Demizu. The story follows a group of children living in a seemingly idyllic orphanage called Grace Field House. They discover a dark secret about their existence and the true purpose of the orphanage, which leads them to plan an escape. The main characters, including Emma, Ray, and Norman, work together to outsmart their caretakers, known as Mama, and uncover the truth about the world outside. The series explores themes of friendship, survival, and the struggle against a predatory society.