History of the Kingdom of Orcsen: How the Barbarian Orcish Nation Came to Burn Down the Peaceful Elfland (Manga) Vol. 1

When their elven brethren betrayed her people, one Dark Elf Chief will do whatever it takes to save her people—even if it means trusting Orcs. Light novels also available from Seven Seas!

In the glittering elven kingdom—where “peace” hides a brutal purge—the dark elves are hunted and massacred by their own light-elf kin. Dinerúth, chieftess of the dark elves, narrowly escapes death and is rescued by Gustav, King of Orcsen—a nation of united magical races led by so-called “savage” orcs.

Swearing a blood oath to the orc king, Dinerúth seeks vengeance for her fallen people. Their unlikely alliance will shatter old beliefs and alter the course of history itself.

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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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