If the RPG World Had Social Media..., Vol. 1 (manga)

A sixteen-year-old Hero declares war on the Demon Lord who has kidnapped the kingdom's princess via text message in a fantasy world with fully functioning internet and smartphones. The Demon Lord is an innocent snowflake who hates conflict, and the Hero ends up texting him, his Generals, and the princess, who is developing a crush on her captor.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2021
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

When a fantasy world boasts fully functional internet and smartphones, even the most reclusive of heroes finds themselves drawn into the digital age. In this particular realm, a sixteen-year-old shut-in, known as a hero, takes matters into their own hands when the kingdom's princess is abducted via a text message from the Demon Lord. However, what seems like a straightforward conflict unfolds into a surprising twist as the Demon Lord turns out to be an innocent, harmless snowflake who abhors violence.

Despite their initial assumptions, the hero finds themselves engaging in text conversations with the Demon Lord, their cheerful generals, and the princess, who seems to be developing a peculiar crush on her captor. As the Demon Lord embarks on thrilling adventures, the hero, armed only with their wit and determination, becomes an unexpected ally in their quest to rescue the princess and restore peace to the kingdom.

Through their interactions, the hero learns that the Demon Lord's hatred for conflict stems from a tragic past that has shaped their worldview. They discover that the Demon Lord is not as evil as they initially believed, and that there is more to them than meets the eye.

As the hero and the Demon Lord work together to overcome obstacles and defeat the forces of darkness, they develop a unique bond that transcends their differences. The hero learns to appreciate the Demon Lord's purity and innocence, while the Demon Lord gains a newfound respect for the hero's bravery and determination.

In the end, the hero emerges victorious, rescuing the princess and bringing peace to the kingdom. They have not only saved the day but also gained a newfound understanding of the importance of compassion and empathy in a world that is often filled with chaos and conflict.

The story of the unlikely hero and the pure Demon Lord serves as a reminder that even the most unlikely allies can come together to achieve great things and that true strength lies not in physical power but in the ability to understand and connect with others.

Weight: 148g
Dimension: 127 x 190 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781975320942