Witchblade

ウィッチブレイド丈琉

Witchblade Takeru

Takeru is an ordinary Japanese high school student who was raised by nuns in a Buddhist convent. She has recurring nightmares in which the Witchblade summons her. These visions are tied to a secret hidden within the temple: a sealed box containing the Witchblade. Additionally, her family lineage has a mysterious connection to both the magical relic and the legends of the Oni, which explains her strong affinity for the gauntlet, known locally as Oni no te (鬼の手, "Hand of Oni"). Her life is turned upside down when she becomes the new bearer of the Witchblade after unforeseen events lead her to the artifact.

Adapted to anime

Witchblade

Background

Witchblade Takeru was published in English as Witchblade by Top Cow Productions as a 2-in-1 omnibus volume on May 13, 2008. Through the collaboration between Top Cow, Akita Shoten, and studio Gonzo, the English publisher was allowed to reformat the manga to cater to American audiences.

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