Black Bullet
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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 7 volumes. An anime adaptation has been announced at Dengeki Bunko fall festival 2013. The anime is animated by Kinema Citrus. The anime started airing April 8th 2014, and lasted 13 episodes. The final episode aired July 1st, 2014.
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
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Rentaro Satomi
He is a second-year student at Magata High School. He is also a member of 「Tendo Civil Security Company」, managed by Kisara Tendo. Together with his partner – Initiator named Enju – he is fighting against parasites Gastrea, the creatures beyond human's imagination. Enju Aihara
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
Once a daughter of nobleman, due to certain circumstances she ran away from home and now earns her own living. Although she manages「Tendo Civil Security Company」while being a student, she is still forced to live in poverty. A girl who Rentaro is infatuated with. Seitenshi
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
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
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.
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Translation
Registration
This series is desperately looking for translators. If you would like to help translate this series, please post in the forum or notify a supervisor beforehand. Thank you for your cooperation.
Translators are asked to register which chapters they're working on
Format Standards
Every Chapter (after editing) must conform to the general format guidelines.
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Updates
- June 7, 2014 - Volume 2 Prologue completed
- May 16, 2014 - Volume 1 completed!
- May 15, 2014 - Volume 1 Chapter 4 completed
- April 11, 2014 - Volume 1 Chapter 3 completed
- February 23, 2014 - Volume 1 Chapter 2 completed
- May 2, 2013 - Volume 1 Chapter 1 completed
- August 10, 2012 - Volume 1 Prologue completed
- August 9, 2012 - Teaser created!
The Black Bullet series by Shiden Kanzaki
Volume 1 — Those Who Aimed to be Gods
Volume 2 — vs Ingenious Sniper
Volume 3 — The World Destruction by the Flames
Volume 4 — Vengeance is Mine
Volume 5 — The Fugitive, Satomi Rentarō
Volume 6 — Wanderer of The Purgatory
Volume 7 — Bullet of The World Revolution
Project Staff
- Project Administrator: Teh Ping
- Project Manager:
Translators
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K.I.A.
Editors
All editors that speak English proficiently are welcome.
- BionicMeerkat
- Mega
- Shr3ddy66 talk (also submitting translations on behalf of Teh Ping)
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
- Volume 5 – ブラック・ブレット5 逃亡犯、里見蓮太郎 – July 10, 2013 – ISBN 978-4-04-891761-2
- Volume 6 – ブラック・ブレット6 煉獄の彷徨者 – October 10, 2013 – ISBN 978-4-04-866008-2
- Volume 7 – ブラック・ブレット7 世界変革の銃弾 – April 10, 2014 – ISBN 978-4-04-866472-1
