The Blue Wolves of Mibu 2

Nio is an orphan who dreams of a better world and meets two men who show him how swords can change history. This samurai series chronicles the founding of the Shinsengumi by handsome and volatile men fighting for justice and themselves in 1863.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2024
Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

In the heart of 1863, amidst the twilight of the shogunate, Japan teetered on the brink of a seismic shift. The streets of the nation's capital were drenched in blood, as political turmoil and escalating tensions between masterless, vagabond ronin and government samurai set the stage for one of the most turbulent periods in Japanese history. Young orphan Nio, no stranger to the harsh realities of the world, clung tenaciously to his burning passion for justice and his unwavering desire to shape a better world. Fate intervened one fateful day when Nio crossed paths with two men who would become pivotal figures in the impending revolution: Hijikata Toshizo and Okita Souji, two of the founding members of a group of reviled ronin known as the Miburo, who would later be revered as the Shinsengumi. Inspired by the valiant efforts of the so-called Blues Wolves of Mibu, Nio embarked on a journey to join their ranks, driven by the unwavering belief that he could contribute to the creation of the world he yearned for. However, the path to his dreams was fraught with treachery and unexpected turns. Every day brought new betrayals and reversals, testing Nio's resolve and pushing him to the edge of his moral compass. Amidst the chaos, he found himself questioning the very essence of his existence and the true meaning of justice. As the Shinsengumi battled against formidable foes and faced countless challenges, Nio's journey became a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of unwavering determination. Through his trials and tribulations, he discovered the true value of friendship, loyalty, and selflessness, and he emerged as a hero who would inspire generations to come. In the end, Nio's dream of a better world became a reality, not through the might of swords or the strength of arms, but through the collective efforts of a band of men who believed in the power of justice and the potential for change. The legacy of the Shinsengumi would endure, reminding all who followed in their footsteps that even in the darkest of times, hope and the pursuit of a brighter future were always within reach.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 207 x 146 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9798888770849