Chivalry of a Failed Knight
落第騎士の英雄譚
by Riku Misora
In a world where people with supernatural powers, called Blazers, manifest their souls as weapons, Kurogane Ikki dreams of becoming a Mage-Knight. It’s too bad he has no natural talent for it. The whole school ridicules him as the worst Blazer, so color everyone surprised when he suddenly defeats Stella Vermillion, a Rank A Blazer, in a duel. And so begins his fight to the top! (Source: J-Novel Club)
The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A shounen magic-school novel in which an ordinary boy with no talent defeats a top-ranked fighter in a duel, launching a fight for the top, with a brash, romantic-action tone.
Pros
- A clear underdog hook
- Lively magic-school setting
- A long, complete 19-volume run
Cons
- Harem-style romance can feel forced
- The power system can feel busy
Read this if you liked:Akame ga Kill!Black Clover
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