The Black Deacon was a Japanese manga and novel written by Shuliang, which told the story of a demon and a human. The story took place in a fictional world. The protagonist, Charles, was a human with the power of the devil. He signed a contract with a demon named "Black Deacon" and became his deacon. During his life as a deacon, Ciel had to protect the black deacon from the threats of other demons and humans and help him fulfill his wishes. Black Deacon was not only popular in Japan but also had many fans around the world. It had been translated into many languages and adapted into many forms such as animation, movies, and television dramas. In addition, Black Deacon also launched a series of peripheral products including books, comics, toys, games, and so on. The Black Deacon was a work full of drama, emotional conflict, and humorous elements, combining the characteristics of many literary schools. Its story was thrilling and the characters were vivid and loved by readers.