Kagurabachi Volume 4 Cover Highlights Perfect Teamwork Between Chihiro and Hakuri

On Friday, September 20, 2024, the official account on X (formerly Twitter) revealed the cover art for Kagurabachi volume 4. This captivating illustration features Chihiro Rokuhira and Hakuri Sazanami, key characters in the manga’s Rakuzaichi Arc.

The cover prominently displays Chihiro wielding the Enten and Cloud Gouger Enchanted Blades, while Hakuri showcases his sorcery abilities. Kagurabachi volume 4 is set to launch on October 4, 2024, and is currently available for pre-order.

This upcoming volume has generated significant excitement, especially following the manga’s recent triumph at the NEXT Manga (Tsugimanga) Awards. Created by Takeru Hokazono, this battle shonen series has published 49 chapters to date, with chapter 50 scheduled for release in Weekly Shonen Jump on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 12 AM JST.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Kagurabachi manga.

Kagurabachi Volume 4 Cover Features Chihiro Rokuhira and Hakuri Sazanami Joining Forces

On September 20, 2024, the official X account for Takeru Hokazono’s battle shonen manga (@Kagurabachi_X) unveiled the cover for Kagurabachi volume 4. The artwork showcases the protagonist, Chihiro Rokuhira, alongside Hakuri Sazanami, the deuteragonist in the Rakuzaichi arc.

In the illustration, Chihiro is showcased dual-wielding the Enten and Kuregumo (Cloud Gouger) Enchanted Blades, while Hakuri demonstrates his sorcery powers, with black Spirit Energy visibly emanating from his concealed left eye. Notably, the cover for volume 4 is significantly brighter in color compared to previous editions.

Kagurabachi volume 4 cover (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha) — Kagurabachi Volume 4 Cover (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

Takeru Hokazono typically uses a red and black palette for covers featuring Chihiro Rokuhira. The first volume prominently features red, while the second leans toward darker hues. The third volume combines black and white for a striking visual.

Conversely, volume 4 opts for a white color palette, reflecting a potential shift in Chihiro’s outlook, now brighter with Hakuri by his side.

Chihiro is no longer portrayed as a character consumed by darkness and revenge; instead, he exhibits greater clarity and purpose in his quest, a transformation symbolized by Hakuri’s illuminating influence, as represented on the cover.

Kagurabachi Volume 4 Release Date and What to Anticipate

As per Shueisha and the series’ official X account, Kagurabachi Volume 4 is scheduled for release in Japan on October 4, 2024. Both physical and digital versions will be available.

Readers can pre-order the volume on various digital platforms, including Amazon JP, e-Hon, Honya Club, Rakuten, Yodobashi, and more, making it accessible for fans outside Japan as well.

Chihiro Rokuhira in the manga (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)

However, the fourth volume will exclusively be available in Japanese at launch. The official staff has not yet announced a release date for the English version. Meanwhile, the English translation of the first volume is set for release on November 5, 2024, with volume 2 following on February 5, 2024.

Kagurabachi Volume 4, titled *Equal*, will span 216 pages and feature a total of ten chapters, from chapter 28 (Breach) to chapter 37 (Equal). The narrative will focus on the dynamic partnership between Chihiro Rokuhira and Hakuri Sazanami as they strive to defeat Kyora Sazanami and halt the Rakuzaichi auction.

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