The enchanting magic of ancient Japan, the incredible allure of sorcerers, demons, and ordinary people, the indulgence and wrath of the gods—everything comes together in a new exciting cycle based on legends reaching back to the very dawn of time. This is a story about one yōkai who wanted to become a deity—but became a human instead. To regain his strength, he must infiltrate an ommёdō school and steal a demonic sword. And there’s also a story of a kind young man who hides a dark secret inside himself. He easily finds common ground not only with people, but also with yōkai—though he is forced to learn how to drive them out. Together, they begin the path to becoming ommёdži in an era of bloody battles, spells, and miracles—and this journey can change them forever. The first book in the series: where the adventure through an astonishing, cunning, and wondrous world full of secrets, intrigues, and true male friendship begins!