The Heroic Legend of Arslan 22

Volume 22 of The Heroic Legend of Arslan continues Yoshiki Tanaka's sweeping fantasy, brought to life by Hiromu Arakawa, acclaimed artist of Fullmetal Alchemist. Prince Arslan rallies new allies and skeptical veterans as Lusitanian invaders tighten their grip on Pars. With Hilmes's betrayal still echoing, the countdown begins to reclaim the capital through a blend of gritty battlefield strategy and deft political maneuvering. Arslan must navigate loyalties, rival claims to the throne, and the heavy cost of leadership as the conflict escalates toward its culmination. The 192-page installment maintains the series' scale and complexity, pairing Tanaka's intricate world-building with Arakawa's expressive characterization and crowd-pleasing action sequences. A bridge between the original novels and animated adaptations, this volume deepens the saga for fans of epic fantasy, political intrigue, and character-driven narratives in a richly imagined, medieval-inspired setting.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Readers who love large-scale fantasy with political intrigue and strategic battles.
• Fans of character-driven stories about leadership, loyalty, and moral choices.
• Fans of Hiromu Arakawa's art, especially those who appreciate dynamic action and expressive characters (and Fullmetal Alchemist fans).
• Readers who enjoy epic serialized manga and adaptations of novels to manga.