The impact of 'Who Killed the Hero?' returns! The masterpiece youth novel depicting a modern-day wizard, 'The Last Magic' (by Daken), releases on March 30th!

Daken, the author currently garnering the most attention for works such as 'Who Killed the Hero?'—which has surpassed 300,000 copies in total series sales and ranked 1st in the New Title category of 'This Light Novel is Amazing! 2025'—as well as 'I Became King After Eating Monster Meat' and 'The Necromancy Suspect,' is making their debut in Shinchosha's bunko nex imprint. On March 30th, we will publish 'The Last Magic,' a story depicting a miracle brought about by two girls in a modern world where wizards exist.

[Image Caption: Cover art: toi8 / Design: Kawatani Design]

### A book that feels as if you have been cast under a spell This work was serialized on 'Shosetsuka ni Naro' (Let's Become a Novelist) and became a major topic of conversation.

In this modern world where wizards exist, a major characteristic is that the social status of wizards is by no means high. Magic has been pushed to the corners of the era by the advancement of science; for example, it is considered a cumbersome and inconvenient technology, with people saying things like, 'If you want to light a fire, you don't need magic because we have gas.' The protagonists of the story are Sakurako Nagumo, a girl who aims to become a wizard despite opposition from those around her in such a world, and Rin Shiba, an ordinary person who encourages her. It is a story about these two, who had a fateful encounter in elementary school, as they grow older and create a miracle for just the two of them that no one else notices.

Another feature is that the work itself is structured like a piece of magic.

After finishing the book, you will surely be cast under 'a certain magic' by the author's meticulous design. Please experience that impact for yourself.

### ■ Comments from the author have also arrived! I love the novel 'The West Witch is Dead,' and I wrote this work because I wanted to weave a soft and gentle story like that myself. I wanted to keep the worldview as close to reality as possible, so while magic exists, it is almost useless. In such a world, the story of two girls quietly unfolds. Therefore, although it is a fantasy, it is not flashy. However, I am proud that I was able to write what I was aiming for. I would be happy if you would pick it up and read it.

[Image Caption: B2 posters will also be displayed at specific bookstores!]

### ■ Unstoppable praise from bookstore staff!

'I was moved to tears by the massive miracle caused by a modern-day wizard who can only use magic for 10 seconds and is not at all a fantasy character. Once you witness the "last magic," you will definitely want to read it again from the beginning!' (Mr./Ms. Kubota, Horindo Bookstore Takadanobaba)

'The last magic—what kind of magic could it be? I turned the pages with a pounding heart. Then, I realized that we had entered a world filled with such special thoughts that I wanted to blurt out spoilers, saying, "Actually..." Please enjoy this story of miracles and love.' (Mr./Ms. Inoda, Seiwado Bookstore)

'I couldn't stop my tears. The "last magic" that only I can perform. The strength of character to dedicate everything to just that, and the bond between the two. It was a work that made me believe that even if you can't use magic, if you keep believing and wishing, you can create a miracle.' (Mr./Ms. Mine, Kyudai Ito Tsutaya Books)

### New short stories will be distributed at specific stores! To commemorate the publication of this work, it has been decided that short stories will be distributed at specific stores.

[Annotation: There are 4 types in total. The content is even more enjoyable if read after finishing the main story. *Benefits are available while supplies last. Please contact each store for details regarding stock status.]

[Tokiwa Shobo (including online sales)] Title: Interview: Tanaka https://tokiwabooks.raku-uru.jp/item-detail/1888802

[Shosen Grande (including online sales)] Title: Interview: Kato https://shosen.tokyo/?pid=190177276

[Melonbooks (including online sales)] Title: Interview: Ayano https://www.melonbooks.co.jp/detail/detail.php?product_id=3457001

[Gamers (including online sales)] Title: Interview: Sato https://www.gamers.co.jp/pn/pd/10867384/

### ■ Book Introduction In a modern world where wizards exist, they have lost their role due to the advancement of science, and their social status is not high. In such a world, Sakurako Nagumo aims to become a wizard, and Rin Shiba, an ordinary person, supports her. The two, who met in elementary school, spend much of their time together as best friends and gradually begin to walk their own paths. What lies ahead in their lives? And what is the last magic? This is a record of a miracle caused by one wizard.

### ■ Author Introduction: Daken After working as an editor, they began posting novels on 'Shosetsuka ni Naro.' When the popular series 'Who Killed the Hero?' was published in 2023, it won 1st place in the New Title category and 2nd place in the Bunko category of 'This Light Novel is Amazing! 2025.' The series has surpassed 300,000 copies. Other works include 'I Became King After Eating Monster Meat,' 'The Exiled Merchant Saves the World with the Power of Money,' and 'The Necromancy Suspect.'

### ■ Book Data [Title] The Last Magic [Author] Daken [Release Date] March 30th [Format] Bunko [Price] 693 yen (tax included) [ISBN] 978-4-10-180328-9 [URL] https://www.shinchosha.co.jp/book/180328/