The first volume of 'The Assassin Wants to Kill the Immortal Witch' was released today, May 8th, by Overlap's Garud Comics. This is a comic adaptation based on Mikura's novel.
The Story Unfolds
Laranica, a witch who was persecuted for her immortality, hid from humans and lived alone in the depths of the forest for hundreds of years. Days when she despairs of living and wishes for death, but it doesn't come true. She picks up a former slave boy who is on the verge of death. She intended to take care of him only until his wounds healed, but unable to abandon him, she gave him the name Nox and decided to live with him.
A Bond Forms
Nox's heart has stopped moving, but he gradually begins to open up to Laranica, who saved him. However, the immortal Laranica does not love things that have a lifespan. The story depicts a witch who cannot die and has given up on love, and a boy who adores her. As their bond deepens, Laranica and Nox must navigate the complexities of their relationship and confront the darkness of their pasts.
The manga explores themes of love, loss, and the human condition, raising questions about the nature of mortality and the consequences of playing with forces beyond human control. With its rich characters and intricate world-building, 'The Assassin Wants to Kill the Immortal Witch' is a compelling read for fans of fantasy and romance.