Five New Volumes of Male-Oriented Isekai Fantasy Comic 'Grast COMICS' to be Released on April 24 (Friday)!

Starts Publishing Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Fumiaki Sekine), which operates the novel submission sites "Noichigo," "Berry's Cafe," and "Novema!," will begin selling new volumes of "Grast COMICS" at bookstores nationwide starting April 24 (Friday). ■ 'Noichigo' https://www.no-ichigo.jp/ ■ 'Berry's Cafe' https://www.berrys-cafe.jp/ ■ 'Novema!' https://novema.jp/ ■ Work Information https://novema.jp/comic#pcomicNew ◆Book Release Information◆ 'The Good-Natured Lord's Bloodless Defense Strategy ~The Fortress City Built with All-Purpose Production Magic is Unrivaled!~ Vol. 1' Art by: minami, Original Story by: Ichimaru Price: 803 yen (tax included) (730 yen + tax), ISBN: 978-4-8137-6589-9 [Synopsis] Ethan, a kind-hearted boy who wishes to "live hand-in-hand with his companions" due to regrets from his previous life. Despite being the third son of an elite marquis family, his willingness to stand by people regardless of their status or position earned him the admiration of many and high expectations for his future. However, his fate takes a drastic turn at the age of ten during the magic activation ceremony! The magic that manifested in Ethan was only capable of creating tiny dolls. His father, a proponent of military might, effectively banished him, and he even became the target of mysterious assassins. Then, when a blade was aimed at his companions who desperately tried to protect him—"I won't let anyone take away my precious people—!!" His overflowing kindness transformed into strength to protect his companions, and his magic awakened in an unimaginable way—!? This is the story of a young, good-natured lord who builds the "kindest fortress city" where no one gets hurt. A new territory management fantasy, where a caring heart is the strongest defense, proudly begins. 'The Swordsmith Who Left an S-Rank Guild for a Free Slow Life in the Frontier ~After Being Freed from a Black Guild, I Casually Forged Swords, and Legendary Demonic Blades Were Born~ Vol. 2' Art by: Hidaka, Original Story by: Renkin-Oh, Character Design by: syow Price: 781 yen (tax included) (710 yen + tax), ISBN: 978-4-8137-6590-5 [Synopsis] Sig, a versatile blacksmith who abandoned an S-rank guild to live a life of forging swords as he pleased in his hometown. He smokes venison caught with arrowheads and fills his stomach with the bounty harvested with his neighboring sisters. —As his mind and body became more refined, his hands became sharper, and the blades he forged became clearer. Sig then tried displaying the items he forged during these days at a roadside stall outside of town. There, Ibuki, a discerning merchant well-versed in Far Eastern swords, casually appeared. With one look at the blade, she recognized its true value and exclaimed with a laugh, "This is... I've been completely outdone. This is a first-class item, rare even in the Far East." Through his encounter with a merchant who recognized his worth, Sig's frontier swords began to spread to the city—and eventually to the capital. Meanwhile, a beautiful swordswoman from the guild Sig used to belong to was pursuing him all the way to the countryside... The second volume of the blacksmith's slow life, pursuing craftsmanship freely in his peaceful hometown. 'The Failed Job Transformed into an S-Rank All-Purpose Job ~I, Who Was Scorned as Incompetent, Became the World's Strongest After Legendary Summoned Beasts Befriended Me and My Power Awakened~ Vol. 4' Art by: Makoto Noro, Original Story by: Hitsuki Nodoka Price: 836 yen (tax included) (760 yen + tax), ISBN: 978-4-8137-6591-2 [Synopsis] Roy and his companions, confronting the prophesied enemy "Demon General," learn of a greater evil lurking behind the scenes. Seeking clues, they visit Sephira's hometown, only to find that 80 years ago, a civil war erupted due to a major clash with the elves who persecuted Sephira as the reincarnation of the "Dark-Eyed Devil" who attacked their village!? "I will definitely avoid the prophecy, for Sephira, not for you!" Amidst the swirling emotions of awe, resentment, and hostility, and the cursed elven village in turmoil, the weakest summoner rises to protect his companions—!! The summoner's conviction shines through in the cursed elven village! 'Leisurely Camping in Another World ~Enjoying a Free and Easy Slow Life on an Island Inhabited by Sacred Beasts~ Vol. 4' Art by: Aya Shirosaki, Original Story by: Bunzaburo Nagano Price: 814 yen (tax included) (740 yen + tax), ISBN: 978-4-8137-6592-9 [Synopsis] Get Olivia back from her fiancé, the prince! The ultimate hospitality with camp food!! Akito, who freely manipulates the super versatile job 'Camper' on a resource-rich uninhabited island. He enjoys a carefree uninhabited island life, sipping wine with his companions and collecting rare seasonings! Then, Olivia's fiancé, Prince Nissar, suddenly arrives!! Akito could only watch Olivia leave the island—"I have to tell her my true feelings...!" With resolve, Akito challenges the flawless prince to a showdown for Olivia! His secret weapon is the ultimate hospitality! He hosts an unprecedented, massive takoyaki party—!? Creating the ultimate feast with ingredients collected using convenient skills.