Hey, Shin Kouduki here. It’s been quite some time since the last volume was released. Thanks so much for sticking with the series and picking up this volume.
I have some big news! Banished Former Hero is going to be adapted into an anime! It’s entirely thanks to your support. I’m truly grateful.
The series will also be published as part of the Junior Bunko label, which will be released on the same day as volume 8 of the manga. If you have the chance, I’d be delighted if you could pick up those copies as well. The manga in particular continues to be wonderfully adapted by Karasumaru so if you haven’t read it yet, definitely give it a go!
As you may have guessed from the way this volume ends, the next one is already in the works. The exact release date hasn’t been set yet, but I’m doing my very best on it, so please wish me luck!
Once again, I’ve had the help of many people with this book.
To my editor, F: Thank you again for all your guidance once more.
To my illustrator, Chocoan: Thank you for the wonderful illustrations as always. Even after the long gap, or perhaps because of it, they feel more stunning than ever. To be honest, what made me happiest about being able to publish volume 6 was the chance to have you illustrate for me again.
And of course, my thanks as well to everyone involved in bringing this book to print, from proofreading to sales to design. I’m so grateful to you all.
But above all, to all of you readers who continue to support this series, and to everyone who has picked up this book, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I look forward to the day we meet again. Until next time!