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Exquisite Blood: The Heretic Onmyoji 01
In this fantastical tale of demonic battles and courtly intrigue, an onmyoji known as the “Heretic” faces a destiny that could overturn both the human and demon realms!
In an era when only a thin boundary exists between the mortal and supernatural realms, demons steal ten powerful artifacts known as the Sacred Relics from the human imperial capital. The emperor issues a decree to all onmyoji, masters of magic who serve and defend the empire: recover the Relics at any cost. Among their number is Hanayama no Fuzuki, known as the “Heretic,” whose extraordinary abilities and arrogant attitude inspire equal amounts of respect and mistrust. As Fuzuki sets forth with his retainer Hakuro, they encounter the young half-demon Ranmaru, who possesses a startling connection to one of the Relics...
In an era when only a thin boundary exists between the mortal and supernatural realms, demons steal ten powerful artifacts known as the Sacred Relics from the human imperial capital. The emperor issues a decree to all onmyoji, masters of magic who serve and defend the empire: recover the Relics at any cost. Among their number is Hanayama no Fuzuki, known as the “Heretic,” whose extraordinary abilities and arrogant attitude inspire equal amounts of respect and mistrust. As Fuzuki sets forth with his retainer Hakuro, they encounter the young half-demon Ranmaru, who possesses a startling connection to one of the Relics...
- GenresMangaFantasySupernatural
192 pages, Paperback
Published August 12, 2025
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August 16, 2025
3.5 rounded up
The concept here isn't anything unique, and in fact gives quite strong Inuyasha vibes, from the scattered powerful items luring in demons of the week, to the Shippo inspired adorable but fiesty side character. But the main characters are likeable and intriguing enough to keep reading.
The concept here isn't anything unique, and in fact gives quite strong Inuyasha vibes, from the scattered powerful items luring in demons of the week, to the Shippo inspired adorable but fiesty side character. But the main characters are likeable and intriguing enough to keep reading.
October 9, 2025
This book was over sooo fast, but I'm still really interested in knowing more.
Also, I love the little author section in the back where the author says their editor said the more hot guys, the better the book would sell-- like hahahahah omg. But also, thank you for the pretty boy main characters hahahhaa.
Also, I love the little author section in the back where the author says their editor said the more hot guys, the better the book would sell-- like hahahahah omg. But also, thank you for the pretty boy main characters hahahhaa.
August 19, 2025
I'm a moody reader and this totally hit the spot. Probably helps that I'm watching a supernatural/fantasy cdrama with demons as well.
September 21, 2025
3.5 🌟 I enjoyed the concept of this manga. We have Fuzuki an onmyoji tasked with finding relics that have been stolen by demons, while Hakuro aids him in doing so. On their search they come across Ranmaru a young half-demon, who then finds himself absorbing one of the relics. Ranmaru discovers he can see others who posses a relic too so Fuzuki offers him a deal: help him search for those who hold a relic and he won’t take off his head…yet.
Fuzuki comes across as this cold guy who only cares about getting the job done; where Hakuro is this kind and caring caretaker. I loved Ranmaru’s character he’s such a cutie.
Looking forward to the other volumes and seeing were this manga series goes.
Fuzuki comes across as this cold guy who only cares about getting the job done; where Hakuro is this kind and caring caretaker. I loved Ranmaru’s character he’s such a cutie.
Looking forward to the other volumes and seeing were this manga series goes.
November 10, 2023
Un premier tome qui nous plonge directement dans l’histoire.
J’ai clairement adoré ma lecture !
C’est un début d’histoire fantasy/historique simple et solide avec des personnages intéressants et intrigants. (Le combo pour me conquérir).
Le protagoniste (Fuzuki) dégage un vrai charisme et le petit Ranmaru est si mignon (bien que clairement dépassé par les événements).
Le fait que l’on peut passer du sérieux aux rires a su me charmer.
Aussi : les dessins sont vraiment beaux. C’était un plaisir pour les yeux !
J’ai super hâte de lire la suite pour voir où ce manga va nous mener !
J’ai clairement adoré ma lecture !
C’est un début d’histoire fantasy/historique simple et solide avec des personnages intéressants et intrigants. (Le combo pour me conquérir).
Le protagoniste (Fuzuki) dégage un vrai charisme et le petit Ranmaru est si mignon (bien que clairement dépassé par les événements).
Le fait que l’on peut passer du sérieux aux rires a su me charmer.
Aussi : les dessins sont vraiment beaux. C’était un plaisir pour les yeux !
J’ai super hâte de lire la suite pour voir où ce manga va nous mener !
September 8, 2025
Operation Hot Guy Paradise was a success. (☞^o^) ☞ (人 •͈ᴗ•͈)
This book is solid from page one. It doesn't fall into any of the typical volume 1 pitfalls. It has its premise and its characters and off it goes. It's well drawn and well told. And where most books like this basically press pause on fight scenes for the characters to talk, this one keeps the action going and that is refreshing.
As another reader mentioned, this does give off Inuyasha vibes, particularly because of Ranmaru and the search for magical items.
Looking forward to volume 2!
This book is solid from page one. It doesn't fall into any of the typical volume 1 pitfalls. It has its premise and its characters and off it goes. It's well drawn and well told. And where most books like this basically press pause on fight scenes for the characters to talk, this one keeps the action going and that is refreshing.
As another reader mentioned, this does give off Inuyasha vibes, particularly because of Ranmaru and the search for magical items.
Looking forward to volume 2!
January 31, 2026
Sometimes a family is an unhinged demon hunter, his long-suffering half-wolf companion, and the feral weasel child they’ve adopted.
Man, I love manga.
Anyway.
This SO GOOD????? The storytelling, the characters, the art style—all so on point. I’m very impressed by this story so far.
I need another hit of this like NOW. Definitely checking out all the volumes my library has so brb~
Man, I love manga.
Anyway.
This SO GOOD????? The storytelling, the characters, the art style—all so on point. I’m very impressed by this story so far.
I need another hit of this like NOW. Definitely checking out all the volumes my library has so brb~
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