The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World 4

In this riveting new action fantasy series, an ordinary guy named Ray White somehow gains admission to Arnold Academy of Magic, a school for elite magicians. But could he be connected to the mighty Iceblade Sorcerer of legend?

An addictive manga with a classic feel sure to appeal to fantasy and isekai fans alike, from the editorial team behind FAIRY TAIL 100 Years Quest and Shaman King: FAUST8.

THE MYSTERIOUS MR. CAMPBELL

Ray emerges bruised but victorious from his battle with Ms. Gray after her shocking reveal as an agent of a shadowy organization. Now fully recovered, Ray is summoned to the headmistress’s office, where she introduces him to his new homeroom teacher. However, Ray’s gut tells him that not everything is as it seems with Mr. Campbell--an impression that only intensifies when Ray finds himself cornered at a welcome party…

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