Seraph of the End: Guren Ichinose: Catastrophe at Sixteen

The end of the world is no longer a distant threat but an unavoidable certainty. Set in the tense period leading up to the catastrophic events and their devastating aftermath depicted in the acclaimed manga, this standalone prequel light novel series chronicles the inevitable rise of vampire dominion over humanity. As society teeters on the brink of ruin, the shadows lengthen and the inexorable approach of a new, terrifying era becomes impossible to ignore. At the heart of this unfolding disaster is Guren Ichinose, a young man burdened with secrets far heavier than his years. Enrolled in an elite academy populated by the insufferably privileged, Guren endures daily humiliation and mistreatment at the hands of his arrogant peers. Yet, beneath his submissive facade lies a formidable power he must conceal at all costs. Forced to suppress his true strength while being trampled upon by those who underestimate him, Guren faces grueling trials that test his resolve. As the reign of vampires draws ever closer, he must navigate the treacherous politics of his school and the weight of his hidden abilities, preparing for the catastrophe that will soon change the world forever.