My Quiet Blacksmith Life in Another World

Eizo, a middle-aged software engineer exhausted by relentless overwork, meets an untimely end after sacrificing himself to save an injured cat from a speeding truck. The feline he rescues reveals itself as a divine entity and grants him a second chance at life in another world. Eager to leave his stressful past behind, Eizo requests a peaceful existence where he can sustain himself through craftsmanship. He chooses the path of a blacksmith, asking only for a feline companion to share his tranquil days. His wishes are granted, and he is transported to a new realm, imbued with extraordinary forging knowledge that borders on cheat-like abilities. However, his vision of a quiet life quickly unravels. His requested pet turns out to be a half-tiger girl, and the exceptional blades he produces soon attract widespread attention. As warriors and factions recognize that his forge and hammer hold the power to shift the tides of battle, Eizo finds himself drawn into escalating conflicts. With his remarkable skills placing him at the center of growing commotion, the weary craftsman must navigate a turbulent new reality while desperately trying to preserve the peaceful life he envisioned.