Shinya Murata Launches Fantasy Ninja Manga Shinoblade

Kadokawa announced on Friday that Shinya Murata has launched a new fantasy ninja manga titled Shinoblade SHINOBI BLADE. The series debuted in Kadokawa and Kakao Piccoma's "Manga BAR" e-manga magazine on September 25. Murata serves as the writer and storyboard artist, while Daichi Matsuse provides the artwork.
The story centers on the strongest female ninja who operated in Hattori Hanzō's shadow. Upon her death, she is transported to another world. This project marks Murata's latest collaboration following his work on Killing Bites and Akujo Ranking.
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Key facts
- Title
- Shinoblade SHINOBI BLADE
- Release Date
- September 25
- Magazine
- Manga BAR
- Publisher
- Kadokawa
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