The Faraway Paladin: The Torch Port Ensemble

Proven appeal of subject: Over 30,000 copies of the original novels have been sold as eBooks, with the series returning soon from extended hiatus. Japanese turnout remains strong, thanks to a manga adaptation also released in monthly serialisation, alongside an anime adaptation which aired in October 2021 with global simulcasting and a second anime to air in 2022. J-Novel Club is also releasing the manga digitally and in print, with the first print omnibus being JNC’s top seller for December 2021 at specialty retailer.

Genre staying power: With its European-inspired setting and epic fantasy story, The Faraway Paladin follows the grand medieval tradition of stories such as Parzival and Tristan, telling a story of emotional and moral growth alongside exciting moments of high action. The serialised storytelling also encourages returning for the next volume!