When all of humanity is suddenly turned to stone, high schooler Taiju awakens to find himself lost in a world of statues along with his friend Senku, who has a grand plan to kick-start civilization with the power of science.

"Upon arriving at a primitive village, science fanatic Senku schemes to recruit the villagers to help him bring about a new civilization based on science. His first target is a young, inquisitive villager named Chrome, whom Senku wins over by besting him in a scientific battle of wits. Their first big task? To find a cure for Kohaku's older sister and the village shamaness--Ruri!"--Back cover.

One fateful day, all of humanity turned to stone. Many millennia later, Taiju frees himself from the petrification and finds himself surrounded by statues. The situation looks grim--until he runs into his science-loving friend Senku! Together they plan to restart civilization with the power of science!.