Black Bullet

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Volume 4 cover

Black Bullet (ブラック・ブレット) is the light novel series written by Shiden Kanzaki (神崎紫電) and illustrated by Saki Ukai (鵜飼沙樹). It currently has 4 volumes.

Story Synopsis

A near future, where humans have been defeated by the viral parasites named Gastrea. They have been exiled into a small territory and live in despair, side by side with terror.

In this world trapped in darkness—

Rentaro, a boy living near Tokyo and member of the "Civil Security" – an organization specializing in fighting against the Gastrea – is used to accomplishing dangerous tasks. His partner is Enju, a precocious young girl. They fight thanks to their peculiar powers until one day, when they receive a special assignment from the government. This top secret mission is to prevent the destruction of Tokyo...

Set in a near future, this thrilling heroic-action story... starts now!

Character Introduction

WARNING!! description may contain spoiler

Characters

Rentaro Satomi File:Black Bullet Rentaro.jpg He is a second-year student at Magata High School. He is also a member of "Tendo Civil Security Company", headed by Kisara Tendo. Together with his partner – Initiator named Enju – he is fighting against parasites Gastrea, the creatures beyond human's imagination. Enju Aihara File:Black Bullet Enju.jpg She is one of the "Cursed Children", who are carrying Gastrea virus in their bodies. She is a precocious 10 year old girl, who possesses a hidden superhuman power. Enju is emotionally attached to her partner, Rentaro Satomi, and looks at Kisara Tendo as a rival in love. Kisara Tendo File:Black Bullet Kisara.jpg Once a daughter of nobleman, for some reason she ran away from home and now earns her own living. Although, being a student, she manages "Tendo's Civil Security Company" but is forced to live in poverty. She is deeply in love with Rentaro. Seitenshi File:Black Bullet Seitenshi.jpg Because of the war with Gastrea, Japan has been divided into five Areas. She is the ruler of Tokyo Area. 16 years old. Possessing an unworldly beauty, having a kind heart and noble goals, she receives a lot of support from the people. Kikunojyo Tendo File:Black Bullet Kikunojyo.jpg Seitenshi's aide. A politician, that holds the highest post. Grandfather of Kisara Tendo. Usually staying near Seitenshi, he overawes those around. He has a deep connection with Rentaro Satomi, who once lodged in Tendo's house. Sumire Muroto File:Black Bullet Sumire.jpg A Gastrea researcher who frequently advises Rentaro. The head of a legal medicine lab in Magata Public University Hospital. A Hikikomori & mad scientist. She is a person of an extraordinary intellect, but she enjoys making fun of Rentaro. Translation Registration Those who wish to contribute are asked to first notify a supervisor beforehand. Translators are asked to register which chapters they're working on Format Standards Every Chapter (after editing) must conform to the general format guidelines. General Format/Style Guideline Project specific Guidelines: Names and Terminology Feedback If you enjoyed the teaser, why don't you tell us in the Feedback Thread Updates August 9, 2012 - Teaser created! August 10, 2012 - Vol 1 Prologue Completed The Black Bullet series by Shiden Kanzaki Volume 1 — Those who Aimed to Be Gods File:Black bullet v1 cover.jpg Illustrations Prologue – The Defeat Chapter 1 – Tendo Civil Security Company (2/4) Chapter 2 – The Cursed Children Chapter 3 – The Gastrea that Destroyed the World Chapter 4 – Those who Aimed to Be Gods Epilogue – Pretended Nonchalance Author's Notes Volume 2 — vs Ingenious Sniper File:Black bullet v2 cover.jpg Illustrations Prologue – The Mine Workers Chapter 1 – The Varanium War Chapter 2 – Tina Sprout Chapter 3 – The Courage to be imperfect Chapter 4 – vs Ingenious Sniper Epilogue – Our Place to Return to Author's Notes Volume 3 — The World Destruction by the Flames File:Black bullet v3 cover.jpg Illustrations Prologue – Aldebaran Chapter 1 – The Third Kanto Battle Chapter 2 – The World Destruction by the Flames Author's Notes Volume 4 — Vengeance is Mine File:Black bullet v4 cover.jpg Illustrations Chapter 3 – The Culminating Point of Victory Chapter 4 – The Dogs of War Chapter 5 – The Price of Being a Hero Epilogue – Vengeance is Mine Author's Notes Project Staff Project Administrator: Project Supervisor: Translators Dammitt (Slow) Editors All editors that speak English proficiently are welcome. Series Overview Volume 1 – ブラック・ブレット 神を目指した者たち – July 8, 2011 – ISBN 978-4-04-870596-7 Volume 2 – ブラック・ブレット2 vs神算鬼謀の狙撃兵 – October 8, 2011 – ISBN 978-4-04-870820-3 Volume 3 – ブラック・ブレット3 炎による世界の破滅 – May 10, 2012 – ISBN 978-4-04-886477-0 Volume 4 – ブラック・ブレット4 復讐するは我にあり – August 10, 2012 – ISBN 978-4-04-886797-9