AppleseedreferstoafictionalcharactercreatedbyJapanesemangaartistMasamuneShirow.Thecharacter,whosefullnameisDeunanKnute,istheprotagonistofthemangaseries"Appleseed"andalsoappearsinvarioussequels,adaptat
Appleseed refers to a fictional character created by Japanese manga artist Masamune Shirow. The character, whose full name is Deunan Knute, is the protagonist of the manga series "Appleseed" and also appears in various sequels, adaptations, and spin-offs.
The story is set in a post-apocalyptic future where society has been rebuilt after a global war and is now governed by a utopian city-state called Olympus. Deunan Knute is a skilled soldier who becomes a part of ESWAT (Extra Special Weapons and Tactics), an elite police unit. She partners with a cyborg named Briareos Hecatonchires as they undertake various missions to maintain peace and protect humanity.
Appleseed is known for its action-packed sequences, complex themes, and exploration of technology's impact on society. It combines elements of cyberpunk, science fiction, and political intrigue. The manga series has been adapted into several animated films and a CGI-animated TV series.
Appleseed is regarded as one of Masamune Shirow's most well-known works and has gained a significant fan following both in Japan and internationally.