The Kanemaki Band has been roped into the plan to recover Awaji Island. But before the final battle, Musashi's weak point is exposed. Once Musashi learns that a bushi who can't link up their blade energy with other bushi is worthless in battle, he begins training with his squadmate, Amako. Michiru joins the training, but her and Musashi soon find themselves trapped inside an enormous obsidian crystal that's out of control! How will Musashi respond as Michiru's secrets come to light?!
Shinobu Ohtaka (大高 忍, born May 9, 1983 Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese manga artist. She is best known for the creation of the manga series Sumomomo Momomo and more recently, Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic.
Alright. We're back to being caught up to the physicals. I had forgotten how early a lot of the plot points in this arc take place. It was neat to see some of the coolest moments sooner than I expected. I can't wait to get my hands on volume 9!