Dawn of the Arcana, Volume 13 - Paperback

Dawn of the Arcana, Volume 13 - The Epic Conclusion

A New York Times' bestseller with gorgeous, eye-catching art and a romantic storyline that's addicting to read.

Volume 13 brings the beloved Dawn of the Arcana series to its dramatic conclusion. This shojo fantasy manga has captivated readers worldwide with its compelling blend of romance, political intrigue, and supernatural elements.

The Story Continues

Princess Nakaba of Senan is forced to marry Prince Caesar of the enemy country Belquat, tantamount to becoming a hostage. While Caesar is pleasing to the eye, he is also selfish and possessive, telling Nakaba outright: "You are my property." With only her attendant Loki at her side, Nakaba must find a way to cope with her hostile surroundings, her fake marriage...and a mysterious power!

Volume 13 Plot

Princess Nakaba of Senan and Prince Caesar of Belquat only married each other for the sake of peace between their two warring countries, but the two grow to care deeply for each other over time. Just when it looks like Nakaba and Caesar can finally unite Senan and Belquat, however, Nakaba's beloved attendant Loki asks that she hand Senan over to him! Will Nakaba give in to Loki's demands? And what life-changing secret will Nakaba's Arcana of Time power reveal during the height of her distress?

Why Readers Love This Series

Dawn of the Arcana has sold over a million copies in Japan and earned New York Times bestseller status. The series features Rei Toma's magnificent art style, combining detailed character designs with sweeping fantasy landscapes. The arranged marriage premise evolves into a genuine romance while maintaining political tension between warring nations.

About the Creator

Rei Toma has been drawing since childhood, but she only began drawing manga because of her graduation project in design school. When she drew a short-story manga, Help Me, Dentist, for the first time, it attracted a publisher's attention and she made her debut right away. Her magnificent art style became popular, and after she debuted as a manga artist, she became known as an illustrator for novels and video game character designs. Her current manga series, Dawn of the Arcana, is her first long-running manga series, and it has been a hit in Japan, selling over a million copies.

Perfect For

This volume is ideal for manga fans who enjoy shojo romance, fantasy world-building, and character-driven narratives. The series appeals to readers ages 9-12 and young adults who appreciate political intrigue mixed with supernatural elements. As the final volume, this is essential reading for anyone following Nakaba and Caesar's journey.