Issue 1
[Remastered] Chapter 1 - The Calm Before the Storm
Ikiru and his childhood best friend Keigin go about their usual day, completely unaware of what awaits them.
**2nd edition -- dialogue and illustrations have been updated to improve visuals and overall reader experience. We hope you enjoy!**
Issue 2
Chapter 2 - The Book
What was supposed to be a normal everyday errand suddenly becomes so much more than Ikiru had bargained for.
Issue 3
Chapter 3 - Turmoil
Keigin and Ikiru are met with a rude awakening the following day. The pair knows their life is beginning to change.
Issue 4
Chapter 4 - The Mystery Between the Pages
The true nature of Ikiru's home life is revealed, and while Ikiru tries to recall the events of the previous evening he learns some shocking news.
Issue 5
Chapter 5 - Through the Woods
Keigin pushes Ikiru to find out what caused his injuries and they run into a familiar yet unexpected face.
Issue 6
Chapter 6 - Cold Confrontation
The trio return to the village to confront Myala, but the end result leaves them with more questions than answers.
Issue 7
Chapter 7 - Exodus
Faced with no other options, Keigin and Ikiru prepare to leave their comfortable life behind in search of clarity.
Issue 8
Chapter 8 - Unexpected Encounter
During their venture through the Osukan Woodlands, Ikiru gets quite a fright when he meets someone for the first time. Keigin is able to explain and he quickly returns to his senses.
Issue 9
Chapter 9 - Gentle Guide
Despite a frightening greeting, the stranger offers to join the pair and guide them to their destination.
*Some artistic details were omitted for the sake of publication efficiency. In the final print publication, these details will be added back in*.
Issue 10
Chapter 10 - The Curse of the Coast
Finally out of the woods, Keigin is relieved and ready to get some shuteye. Little does he know that disaster looms over him.
Issue 11
Chapter 11 - Misdirection
Keigin gets disoriented as a result of his recent experience and ends up lost in the woods again. But he is not alone...
Issue 12
Chapter 12 - The Keigin Hunt
Mizuka has chosen Keigin as his newest prey, but does he truly have an ulterior motive?
At the same time, Kasoko has a sudden thought that fills them with worry.
Issue 13
Chapter 13 - Emergence
Finally reunited and heading in the right direction, the group starts off towards the temple. But something begins to arise from inside of Ikiru...
*Fan Panels included at the ends of episodes are intended to promote the series of other webcomic creators and share fanart of our characters! They were originally designed for WEBTOON, but many creators may have their work on multiple platforms. Be sure to check them out as well!*
Issue 14
Chapter 14 - Mysterious Misfits
While Keigin is attempting to escape from Mizuka and find his friends, a third party also has their eyes on him... or rather, the strange item Keigin was holding. The renegades then set off to intercept their target.
*Shorter chapter due to health issues. Will resume soon!*
Issue 15
Chapter 15 - Crossroads
Ikiru's suffering intensifies as he continues to change, and a certain man arrives to investigate. Meanwhile, the bandits make their way towards their destination.
Issue 16
Chapter 16 - The Investigation
The monk brings the group back to the temple. While they wait for Ikiru to wake up, Keigin begins to let his guard down.
Issue 17
Keigin's Nightmare #1 *Bonus Mini Comic*
Now that the group has arrived at the temple and things seem to have settled down, they can finally lie down for a restful night's sleep. However something is still keeping Keigin awake at night...
*These events are canonical to the main story but are not pivotal to the plot, so they are added as extras! Additional bonus content can be found on Patreon*.
Issue 18
Chapter 17 - Residents
Akreocles wants to find out more about Ikiru's demonic book, but before he's able to ask any questions, the other residents of the temple come out of hiding. Keigin and Ikiru are, once again, taken completely by surprise.
Issue 19
Chapter 18 - Truth
As Ikiru sleeps to recover from his injuries, Akreocles discloses to Keigin the true nature of his friend's condition.
Issue 20
Chapter 19 Part 1 - The Bandits
Ikiru and his group are encouraged to travel in an attempt to gain more insight into Ikiru's condition. After some much-needed R&R, the group departs from the temple... only to encounter trouble right in their path.
Issue 21
Chapter 19 Part 2 - Poor Impressions
Keigin picks a fight with the group of strangers, but before getting serious, a figure from Keigin's past intervenes.
Issue 22
Chapter 20 Part 1 -- Development
Just as Keigin's fight with Lothario is starting to heat up, Mizuka appears to end it. He also delivers some very unexpected news to the group which leads them towards their next adventure.
Issue 23
Chapter 20 Part 2 -- The Real Journey Begins
Mizuka shares some news with the group to answer some of their questions, but succeeds in raising new ones in the process. From here the group finally decides to head off on the next leg of their adventure, unaware of what awaits them.