Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts, doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father. At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan's destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom.
Thanks to Narsus’s scheming and Daryun’s daring, Arslan’s compatriots stand on the precipice of victory in Atropatene, the site of their devastating defeat nine months prior. With a mere 30,000 troops, they had all but routed Guiscard’s 100,000-strong army—but Bodin’s unforeseen arrival threatens to plunge the battle into chaos! The crown prince once again faces overwhelming odds in his fight to reclaim the royal capital. Can he rise to the occasion?