Crows Gaiden

Crows Gaiden is the first of three side stories published following the conclusion of Hiroshi Takahashi’s acclaimed delinquent manga, Crows. Spanning a total of three chapters, this companion work turns back the clock to explore the formative years of several key figures before they became the formidable fighters known throughout the original series. The narrative is set entirely during the characters' middle school days, offering readers a rare glimpse into their origins and early conflicts. The story centers on the intertwined pasts of the Ebizuka Trio—Mako, Pon, and Hiromi—alongside Bandou Hideto and Bouya Harumichi. By stepping away from the high school battlegrounds that defined the main series, this prequel highlights the raw beginnings of these iconic delinquents. It examines how their earliest rivalries and alliances took shape, providing essential context for the fierce reputations they would eventually build. Through these focused character studies, the gaiden enriches the broader world of Crows while standing as a compelling exploration of youth, rebellion, and the making of legends.