The Legend of Onikirimaru

Set against the turbulent backdrop of Japan’s samurai era, the story follows a young demon boy born without the horns that mark his kind. Armed with Onikirimaru—a cursed blade renowned as the sole weapon capable of slaying demons—he wages an unrelenting war against the malevolent forces haunting the land. Yet this conflict extends far beyond simple battles. Lurking in the shadows of legendary warlords such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hidetsugu, and Ishida Mitsunari are dark secrets and demonic influences that shaped the course of the Japanese civil wars. This astonishingly deep narrative weaves together historical intrigue and supernatural horror, exploring the hidden truths behind these famous generals and their unseen connection to the demonic realm. Beyond chronicling the endless struggle between humanity and darkness, the tale finally unveils the long-sought origins of the cursed sword itself. The true history of Onikirimaru’s creation and the concealed mysteries of its past are brought to light, answering questions that have lingered throughout the saga. It is a definitive chronicle of a hornless outcast standing against the profound darkness of an age defined by both steel and shadow.