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Chivalry of a Failed Knight: Volume 8
With Shizuku crucified in Amane’s waiting room, the final match of the quarterfinals ends before it can even begin. Then, while Ikki grapples with how to deal with Amane’s Nameless Glory, the Crimson Princess and the Gale Emperor duke it out in the duel of the century. But when Ikki’s semifinal match finally starts, Amane claims that he’s willing to forfeit! How will Ikki respond?! And will he be able to keep his promise to Stella to fight her in the finals?!
The Tale of Jiraiya the Gallant
Originally crafted in 1800s Edo period Japan, this precursor to manga is an honored fantasy adventure that has inspired readers for generations. Immerse yourself in this captivating story of bravery, magic, and rivalry — fully translated into English for the first time. Across the feudal lands, Jiraiya is renowned as both a gallant hero and infamous rogue. Follow this lionhearted master of toad magic as he faces cunning bandits, vengeful spirits, monstrous serpents, and other formidable foes. Volume I of this tale unfolds with Jiraiya’s rise to prominence... a fated encounter with the mighty Tsunade, master of slug magic... and the emergent rivalry with the sinister Orochimaru, master of snake magic. As their paths converge, they become locked in an epic clash, forming a legendary three-way deadlock.
Chivalry of a Failed Knight Vol. 5 (light novel)
“I’ve finally made it.” The Seven Stars Battle Festival is rife with confusion as a result of Akatsuki Academy’s forceful entrance. Nevertheless, as he prepares to take the stage he’s long dreamed of, Worst One Ikki Kurogane’s heart leaps in exultation. Even in the face of Akatsuki’s unopposed interference and Stella’s delayed arrival, Ikki swears anew that he will fight at his absolute best after he meets his first opponent, Seven Stars King Yuudai Moroboshi. However, in a cruel twist of fate, his brother, Gale Sword Emperor Ouma Kurogane, appears before him. He attempts to hold his own against Ouma’s overwhelming strength, but in doing so, he’s suddenly assailed by an unknown physical impairment! Is Ouma too powerful to stop? Is Moroboshi too cunning to defeat? Ikki overcomes duplicitous motives and unshakable doubts alike as he aims for the top!
A Waka Anthology, Volume Two
This text is the second of four volumes that will follow the story of waka, the classical tradition of Japanese poetry, from its beginnings in ancient song to the 16th century.
Flashing Steel, 25th Anniversary Edition
An updated edition of the classic guide on the techniques, philosophy, and applications of iaijutsu—the art of self-defense with the Japanese sword. The 25th anniversary edition of the best-selling guide to iaijutsu (or iaido) expands on the previous two editions and includes: • Deeper guidance on fundamentals—preparation, etiquette, progression, sword nomenclature • More practices and techniques, including 55 ways to deploy a samurai sword in self-defense • Additional solo and partner exercises to develop timing, distance control, focus, etc. • Information on defense and attack scenarios with wider applications to other martial arts • Overview of philosophical tenants that inform ‘the warrior’s life’ • Expanded history of iaijutsu and a biography-tribute of Masayuki Shimabukuro • Updated guidelines for promotions and tournaments Organized into 23 chapters with black and white photographs throughout, Flashing Steel is an essential resource for understanding the philosophy and practice of the Japanese sword arts.
Chivalry of a Failed Knight: Volume 5
At long last, Ikki has made it to the Seven Stars Battle Festival. Akatsuki seems to be maneuvering in the background, and Stella still hasn’t arrived in Osaka, where the tournament is being held, but Ikki is nevertheless excited for his upcoming matches. His meeting with his first opponent, Seven Stars Sovereign Morobishi Yuudai, only strengthens his resolve to give these battles his all. Before the tournament can even start, though, he finds himself embroiled in Akatsuki’s machinations, and he has to fight his brother, Kurogane Ouma. Will he be able to make it to the tournament safely?!
Let This Grieving Soul Retire, Vol. 8 (manga)
All their blood, sweat, and tears...They’ve spilled a bit more than the rest of you.The capital is in a clamor as word spreads about the arrival of a band of high-level hunters—including Arnold Hail, the infamous Dragon Slayer known as the Crashing Lightning! Krai, of course, couldn’t care less about anything other than the upcoming Zebrudian auction, but he’ll be in trouble soon if he doesn’t get his relics charged fast. Thankfully, Sitri has devised a “top-secret training method” that can both charge the relics and boost the whole party’s mana reserves...just in time for a pair of superhuman Noble Spirits who have a bone to pick with the Grievers!
Let This Grieving Soul Retire, Vol. 9 (manga)
The Foreign Fog, a party from another nation, comes face-to-face with the Grievers, who cause them trouble right away! After getting pummeled by Liz, Arnold Hail directs his rage toward Krai. But Krai isn’t too bothered by that —he’s more worried about the enormous amount of debt he’s incurred!
Let This Grieving Soul Retire, Vol. 7 (manga)
“Krai gave us all a great opportunity.” Krai sends a team of hunters to investigate the White Wolf’s Den—and what they find are the deadly fruits of the Akashic Tower’s monstrous research! Not even the breakneck strikes of Liz the Stifled Shadow can take down their mighty golem, but the battle takes an unexpected turn when Krai himself appears...Will Krai show his true strength that most definitely lives up to a perfectly legitimate reputation? And what is Sophia, the brains behind the treacherous mages’ operation, really up to?
