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Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers

Also known as: Rokka no Yuusha, 六花の勇者, Heroes of the Six Flowers, รกกะ ตำานานผู้กล้าหกบุปผา

by Ishio Yamagata

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Seven heroes gather to save the world--but the legends spoke of only six. Long ago, the Evil God was sealed at the edge of the continent, where it lies in slumber. Each time it awakens, it threatens to plunge the world into hell, and each time, six powerful warriors are chosen to seal it away again. But now, as the cycle begins anew, the Crest of the Six Flowers marks not six Braves...but seven. Hans, the mysterious assassin for hire. Mora, the elder of the All Heavens Temple. Chamo, the young but deadly Saint of Swamps. Nashetania, the princess, and Goldof, the knight yearning to win her heart. Fremy, the girl with a dark past. And Adlet, the boy with a dream. When the Braves of the Six Flowers realize one of their number is an impostor, hero will turn on hero in this exciting new series! (Source: Yen Press)

Type: Light novel

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A clever fantasy novel built around a mystery: seven heroes gather to fight an evil god, but the legend only mentions six.

Pros

Intriguing central mystery
Structured, character-focused plotting

Cons

Dense cast can be hard to track
Still releasing, so the story is unfinished

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Seven heroes gather to save the world, but the legends spoke of only six. Long ago, the Evil God was sealed at the edge of the continent, where it lies in slumber. The premise is a fantasy adventure with a puzzle at its heart, where the mismatch between legend and reality drives the plot.The strength is the mystery. The extra hero is a clever hook, and the story uses it to question what everyone knows about the past. The plotting is structured and the reveals are satisfying.The weaknesses are about the cast and the schedule. A large group of heroes can be hard to keep track of, and the novel is still releasing, so the central puzzle is not yet resolved. Readers who want a complete story will need to wait.Recommended for fans of fantasy mysteries with a large ensemble. Expect a clever, structured read that rewards patience.