Katanagatari: Sword Tale

刀語

Katanagatari

55 chapters

12 volumes

2007 – 2007

Long ago, the legendary swordsmith Shikizaki Kiki forged one thousand swords, and the last twelve among them—known as the deviant blades—were unmatched in quality. These weapons stand out for their unique traits and are regarded as some of the finest in all of Japanese history. Years later, on a remote island, Yasuri Shichika lives with his older sister, Nanami. Togame, a brilliant strategist with snow-white hair, recruits Shichika to track down all twelve deviant blades. Their mission involves fighting the current wielders of these swords and discovering deeper truths about themselves, their real objectives, and their hidden desires. Throughout this journey, Shichika also uncovers the secret of his inheritance as a member of the Kyoutoryuu bloodline.