Bakumatsuera

Bakumatsuera is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Tatsuya Endo. It was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from December 2014 to March 2015. The story follows the adventures of two ronin, Katsu and Rei, who are tasked with protecting a mysterious girl named Riko. Riko possesses a power that could either save or destroy the world.

The manga is set during the Bakumatsu period of Japan, a time of great upheaval and change. Katsu is a skilled swordsman with a troubled past, while Rei is a more pragmatic and level-headed companion. Together, they navigate a world filled with political intrigue, supernatural threats, and their own internal struggles. The series explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the search for redemption.

Despite its short run, Bakumatsuera garnered a dedicated fanbase for its action-packed sequences, character development, and intriguing plot. Tatsuya Endo later went on to achieve widespread international acclaim with his manga series Spy × Family. Bakumatsuera remains a notable work in his early career, showcasing his developing style and storytelling abilities. The manga was collected into two tankōbon volumes.