Episode 197: Despair and Hope Yuma’s mind went blank. He couldn’t understand what Rui was saying. “Dead? Who… Kaede?” Rui bit his lower lip with a pained expression. The people around them didn’t say anything. They just silently hung their heads. It was an ambiguous sensation, as if reality and fiction were mixed together. A … Black Steel King – Chapter 197
Episode 196: Messiah It was three days after Kaede underwent the examination that she was summoned to the Ministry of Defense. She was led by a staff member into a reception room. A chic room furnished with black leather sofas and expensive-looking wooden furniture. Kaede sat on the sofa, placing the shoulder bag she had … Black Steel King – Chapter 196
Aisha’s eyes widened at Kaede’s expression of her intention to undergo the test. “Wait a minute. Do you have any Mana? This technology shouldn’t work unless you have a certain amount of Mana.” Serizawa agreed with Aisha’s words. “Yes, a high Mana Index isn’t necessary, but having a trace amount of Mana is the minimum … Black Steel King – Chapter 195
Episode 194: The Price The day after the Red King was defeated. With all the Dragons gone, Japan had achieved a semblance of peace. However, the damage caused by the Dragons’ attacks was immense. Over ten million citizens were killed, and the capital region was devastated. Initially, many people saw it as an unavoidable natural … Black Steel King – Chapter 194
Episode 193: Resounding Roar I pull my left arm back. The Red King raises his face, but his movements are sluggish. He doesn’t seem to be keeping up with my movements. I shift gears. I put my right foot forward, stomping on the ground. Unable to withstand the weight of the giant god, exceeding 50 … Black Steel King – Chapter 193
Episode 192: A Hypothesis The underground station of the Toei Subway, where the citizens of Tokyo were taking refuge. Many people huddled together, sitting on the ground. Everyone was tormented by anxiety and fear, unsure of what would happen next. Since information from the outside couldn’t be accessed via smartphones, the station staff had prepared … Black Steel King – Chapter 192
“No way, is that for real!? He took down the Red King!” Akito, on top of the building, was bewildered. The giant that suddenly appeared had defeated the [Red King] in an instant. He couldn’t make heads or tails of it. The Ancient Dragon, which had been flying around the building, was also flapping its … Black Steel King – Chapter 191
Episode 190: A Momentary Offense and Defense The footage of the giant appearing was also sent to the Crisis Management Center at the Prime Minister’s Office. A stir went through the conference room. Takakura stood up from his chair, his eyes wide as he watched the monitor. “Black… Armor?” Hearing those words, Prime Minister Iwaki, … Black Steel King – Chapter 190
Episode 189: The Descending Giant God The Mitsui Tower Building in Nihonbashi, Chuo Ward, where fires were breaking out across the city. On its rooftop stood two men. “Hey! Hurry up, I can’t get a good shot!” “Tanoura-san, please have mercy. We’ll die if we stay in a place like this.” “It’s fine. We’re far … Black Steel King – Chapter 189
Episode 188: Scorching Tyrant The rooftop of Midtown Tower in Tokyo’s Minato Ward. That’s where Fameel’s Seekers were gathered. “Oh! They’re coming, they’re coming. Those are some seriously huge Dragons.” Tennoji Akihito shielded his eyes with his hand, gazing at the distant sky. “Just thinking about fighting those things gets me pumped up.” He rested … Black Steel King – Chapter 188