Summary: Where does the anime end?
| Anime Ends At | Episode 12 |
|---|---|
| Manga Starts From | Volume 10, Chapter 51 |
Synopsis
In the continent of Cruzon, a world without fossil fuels, people use their innate 'magic' to control Golems, giant combat machines powered by quartz. However, a rare few are born as 'un-sorcerers,' unable to use magic. The protagonist, Rygart Arrow, is one such individual. One day, he is summoned by his old friend Hodr, the king of Krisna. There, he encounters an ancient Golem, the Delphine, which can be piloted even by someone without magic. Boarding this machine, Rygart is thrust into the midst of a war against the Athens Commonwealth.
Review
'Broken Blade' is a masterpiece that fuses profound human drama with thrilling mecha action. It carefully depicts the protagonist, Rygart, who struggles with his complex of being magic-less, as he grows and suffers through the harsh realities of war. The fate that forces him to reunite with and fight against his former best friends is incredibly poignant. The Golem combat scenes are filled with a sense of weight and speed, and the animation quality is exceptionally high. The anime's story concludes midway through the source material, leaving viewers eager to know what happens next. To discover the conclusion of the epic battles depicted in the anime, picking up the original manga is a must.
FAQ
Where should I start reading the 'Broken Blade' manga after finishing the anime? The anime's story corresponds to the content up to Volume 9 of the manga. Therefore, if you want to read the continuation right after the anime's final episode, you can start with **Volume 10, Chapter 51** to seamlessly follow the story.
How much of the manga does the anime cover? The anime series (both the 6-part movie series and the 12-episode TV version) is based on the story from Volume 1 to Volume 9 of the original manga. The story continues from Volume 10.
Is the original 'Broken Blade' manga finished? Yes, the original manga concluded in 2022 with a total of 20 volumes. You can enjoy the entire story from where the anime left off all the way to the finale.
Is there an English version?
DC Comics, a major American comic book publisher in North America, formerly operated a Japanese manga label called CMX. CMX acquired the license and officially published English-translated paperback volumes. However, the label ceased to exist on July 1, 2010, so distribution is mainly through collector markets and secondhand copies.
The English version was published up to volume 3.
When CMX closed in 2010, all publications from volume 4 onwards were cancelled.
Since no other publisher took over the license for the manga after CMX's closure, the official English translation remains at volume 3.
