曇天に笑う [Donten ni Warau] #3

A striking figure in red and black dominates this volume's cover — a sharp-eyed young warrior mid-motion, drawing a blade while autumn leaves swirl around him, prayer beads trailing from his wrist. The warm golds and deep crimsons of the palette give the whole image a distinctly seasonal, atmospheric feel that suits the series' historical Japanese setting beautifully. Volume 3 of Donten ni Warau continues to deliver that signature blend of elegance and tension right from the first glance.