Last Protector (Aakhiri Rakshak) – Aakhiri Series Part 1 | A World Without People, A Hero Without Purpose

‘Raj Comics’ in the world of Indian comics—hardly anyone is unaware of the superhero identity that it has created. But with the ‘Servnayak’ and ‘Last’ series, the publication took its level of storytelling to a new height. ‘Last Protector(Aakhiri Rakshak)’ is a very important link in this series. This comic is not limited to just tremendous action, but it is also a deep psychological and existential story. When you have the greatest power in the world, but there is no enemy left to fight and no human being present to save, then what will a hero do? This question is the entire foundation of this comic.

Plot expansion: A scary morning

The story does not begin with a banging fight, but with a strange and fear-inducing silence. Super Commando Dhruv and Nukat, who are two of India’s most powerful heroes, find themselves in Delhi’s ‘SAT’ (S.A.T.I) Institute. The greatest strength of the story is its mystery. Both heroes feel that a part of their memory is missing. They don’t even remember how they reached here.

As the story progresses, the reader, together with the heroes, comes face to face with a very frightening truth—the world is completely empty. This is not just about Delhi; there is silence everywhere in Rajnagar, Mumbai, and Mahanagar. There are vehicles parked on the roads, food is on the gas stove, but humans are nowhere to be seen. Nitin Mishra’s writing leaves a special impact here. He creates fear through ‘human absence’ instead of showing the devastation of buildings. The stopping of digital watches and mobile phones on 4 July is a sign that something very big has played out over time.

Psychological portrayal of characters

‘Last Protector’ shows a form of heroes that is usually seen less. Generally, we see Dhruv as a mastermind who solves every problem. But here, he also feels helpless. On the other hand, Nukat, who has immense power like nuclear energy, cannot find any purpose to use his power.

The conversation between these two is the real life of this story. While Nukat appears a little nervous and confused, Dhruv tries to understand the situation with the help of his logical power. The author has very beautifully shown that the true identity of a superhero is not with his enemies, but with the people he protects. When the general public is no more, how can they call themselves ‘protectors’? This inner conflict gives depth and seriousness to this comic.

The Space Dimension

The story is not limited to just Prithvi, but it also touches the vast multiverse of Raj Comics. The entry of characters like ‘Terrage’ and ‘Jord’ into space takes the story in the direction of a kind of ‘cosmic horror’. Mention is made here of the element named ‘Transfugi’ (Transfugee), a great example of sci-fi. This makes readers understand that what has happened on Earth can affect the balance of the entire universe.

Terrage and Jord’s perspective is not entirely human. For them, Earth is just an experiment or a small part of the universe, which can be destroyed if needed. This is what creates tremendous tension in the story—on the one hand, our heroes are trying to bring their world back, and on the other hand, external forces are bent on eradicating it.

Drawing and visual arts

Dheeraj Verma’s drawing is the biggest strength of ‘Last Protector’, and for readers of Raj Comics, this name itself is considered a guarantee of quality. In this comic, he has presented a ‘post-apocalyptic’ atmosphere in a very effective way. Large and open views of empty streets and broken buildings (wide shots) make the reader feel the deep silence and loneliness completely. The expressions of frustration, confusion, and a constant refusal to give up on the faces of Dhruv and Parmanu reveal the state of their characters without any dialogue. The cool and muddy colors used to fit the mood of the story further strengthen these emotions. This right choice of colors clearly shows the emptiness that has spread throughout the world at that time, and that is why this entire comic becomes a great visual experience.

Nitin Mishra’s writing and dialogues

Nitin Mishra has presented this complex story in a very simple and understandable manner. The dialogues are not very long, but their impact is deep. Especially the balance between Dhruv’s logic and Atom’s restlessness strengthens the story. Dialogues like “we have to be back to basics” clearly show the fundamental thinking of Dhruv’s character. The combination of science fiction and fantasy in Indian comics often proves difficult, but here the author has used scientific concepts like fragmentation, magnetic fields, and evolution properly, which makes the story seem credible as well as interesting.

Theme and message

‘Last Protector’ raises many deep and thought-provoking questions. Will man’s progress ultimately become the reason for his destruction? Scientific institutions like ‘SAT’ have often played an important role in the stories of Raj Comics, and here too it points towards dangerous experiments in science. This comic also puts forward the importance of time in a very clear way. Stopped clocks symbolize that when time stops, life also loses its meaning.

Importance as a link in the chain

This comic is a very important part of the Sarvanayak series. The courageous decision taken by Raj Comics to weave big heroes like Nagraj, Dhruv, Doga, and Parmanu into the same storyline makes ‘Last Protector’ a strong link in this larger plan. This comic mentally prepares readers for the big war ahead (the Grand Finale). Readers who pick it up directly without reading the previous links may feel a little confused, but for those who have been following Raj Comics for a long time, this is a true ‘masterpiece’.

Shortcomings and challenges

Although the story itself is very powerful, some readers may find its pacing a bit slow. Because there is less action and more suspense, readers who expect only action and fast battles may feel slightly disappointed. In addition, the story ends on a major cliffhanger, which makes readers eagerly wait for the next part, and this wait can sometimes feel frustrating.

Final conclusion

‘Last Protector’ reminds readers of the golden age of Indian comics. It proves that Raj Comics can create deep and thought-provoking stories not just for children, but also for adult readers. This combination of Nitin Mishra’s writing and Dheeraj Verma’s art delivers an experience that stays in the mind for a long time even after closing the comic.

Overall, ‘Last Protector’ is a great masterpiece, which reminds us that the real hero is the one who fights until the last ray of hope is extinguished. This is a ‘collector’s edition’ comic that feels worth reading again and again.