Drecom Media, a renowned publishing company, has just announced the anime adaptation of the light novel written by Kumo Kagyuu, titled Blade & Bastard. This announcement comes with an exciting teaser visual and a promotional video that has sparked enthusiasm among fans.
Kumo Kagyuu and His Popular Works
Kumo Kagyuu, widely known for his work Goblin Slayer, first released the novel Blade & Bastard under the DRE Novels imprint in December 2022. This action-fantasy novel features beautiful illustrations by so-bin, the illustrator also responsible for the artwork in the Overlord novel. The fourth volume of this novel was officially released on July 10.
In addition, the manga adaptation of Blade & Bastard began under the direction of Makoto Fuugetsu, who is also known for his work on the manga Uchiage Hanabi, Shita kara Miru ka? Yoko kara Miru ka?. The manga debuted on the DRE Comics website in January 2023. The third volume of the manga adaptation was released on May 24, while the fourth volume is scheduled for release on October 25.
International Adaptation
The popularity of Blade & Bastard is not limited to Japan. J-Novel Club licensed this light novel for digital release in English in November 2022 and released its fourth volume on July 10. Additionally, Yen Press licensed the English version of the manga adaptation in April 2024 and released its first volume on October 15. For fans who prefer physical formats, Yen Press also released a printed version of the light novel.
Synopsis of Blade & Bastard
In the depths of an unexplored labyrinth, a corpse was found—something that shouldn’t exist. After Iarumas was resurrected, he lost his memories of his life before death. Now, he spends his days exploring dungeons, retrieving the corpses of fallen adventurers. Can they also be brought back to life? Or will God turn them into ashes on the altar? Regardless, Iarumas continues to receive his reward.
Iarumas’ remarkable skills earn him respect from some, but his cold demeanor causes many to keep their distance. His daily life is spent mostly among the dead until he meets Garbage, a wild swordswoman who is the sole survivor of a slaughtered group. Together with Garbage, Iarumas delves deeper into the dangerous labyrinth, facing monsters, traps, and the inevitable threat of eternal death.
Conclusion
With its combination of deep storytelling and a dark fantasy world, Blade & Bastard promises an anime adaptation that fans are eagerly awaiting. Whether it’s the stunning illustrations by so-bin or the gripping narrative by Kumo Kagyuu, this work has captured the attention of readers worldwide. If you are a fan of Goblin Slayer or Overlord, Blade & Bastard is definitely worth adding to your watchlist.
Source: MyAnimeList.