The Heroic Legend of Arslan - 3: Volume 3

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! Prince Arslan and his allies have reached the citadel of Peshawar, but even among fellow Parsians, they can’t rest easy. In the midst of war, rumblings of King Andragoras’ dark past have resurfaced, bringing even Arslan’s right to the throne in question. The prince and his friends have counted on loyalty to Pars, but with doubt over the rightful succession, does that...

THE SCOURGES OF GILAN King Andragoras arrives at Peshawar, reclaiming his army and authority from Arslan. To rub more salt in the wound, Andragoras banishes Arslan to the south, declaring he can only return once he’s amassed an army of 50,000 soldiers. Arslan and his crew set out on this seemingly impossible mission, and their ?rst destination is the beautiful, bustling port city of Gilan. However, things are not as sunny in Gilan as they...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist!Arslan’s army has returned with a new resolve to turn back the Tur?¯nian forces besieging Peshawar. Though they have succeeded in foiling each attempt to invade the city walls, the Tur?¯nian king’s brazen murder of innocent Lusitanian farmers has earned the ire of the young prince. His colorful crew of generals and mercenaries are in for a challenge as Arslan...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! The decisive battle between Arslan and Gadhevi has finally begun. Believing that he has the Parsian army isolated, Gadhevi sends his main forces against Rajendra in hopes of destroying the alliance between him and Arslan once and for all. However, the Parsians outsmart their enemies once again and join the battle just in time to turn the tables on Gadhevi. But when...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts, doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father. At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! News of Turan’s opportunistic invasion reaches Arslan, while his armies have already made a quick return to come to the defense of Peshwar castle. To the east, the now free Andragoras begins plotting his next steps—but so is Hilmes. While one battle begins to look up, another, much fiercer has already begun to bear down on the young prince.

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! A revelation of identity seems to set long-awaited plans in motion–however, Guiscard has other ambitions, unbeknownst to those who seek his alliance. And beyond hidden motives are the hidden strengths of those thought to be lost, heralding returns that will complicate things even further. Amidst the unfolding plots to capture the throne, a surprise attack threatens...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! Princes Arslan and his companions face a long journey to Peshawar Citadel, a fortresss surrounded by treacherous mountains. While a chance encounter leaves Narsus with a new comrade and admirer, Arslan’s group must face the bloodthirsty son of Kharlan, Zandeh, who is eager to avenge his father’s death. Despite creating constant setbacks for Arslan, matters on the...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! A King’s Convictions The priestess Farangis and wandering minstrel Gieve have joined Prince Arslan in his quest to reclaim his kingdom. But these new additions are far from enough to stand up against the vast army of Lusitania and the nefarious scheming of the Man in the Silver Mask. Arslan must seek reinforcements from Kashan Fortress and is warmly greeted by its...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! Prince Arslan finds himself gifted with 3,000 cavalrymen for aiding Rajendra in the capture of his traitorous brother, Gadhevi. But the king’s two-faced generosity is clouded with greed as he sets to ambush Prince Arslan and his Parsian army late in the night. And later, in Peshawar Fortress, more trouble lurks as a shadowy figure silently stalks Arslan and his...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! After Gieve leaves under fraught circumstances, Arslan and the Parsian army are finally ready to march to the capital of Ecbatana. Guiscard and the Lusitanian government have their own plans, but Pars finds victory in their first encounter thanks, once again to Narsus’s brilliant foresight and strategy. However, an unexpected run-in with Lusitanian scouts forces...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! Eastern Pars is shaken by a great earthquake, and as Arslan and his retainers take stock of the aftermath, rumblings of another kind make their way throughout the kingdom. A set of bold proclamations have been made under Arslan’s name: The Decree to Pursue and Destroy Lusitania, and The Decree to Abolish Slavery. These decrees have made waves among the noble class of...

Historical fantasy from Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! Another Prince's Problem -- After being diverted in the sandy kingdom of Sindhura, Arslan’s party becomes entangled in a war of succession. Arslan may have new allies in Prince Rajendra and the warrior Jaswant, but are they truly worthy of his trust? The bitter conflict between Rajendra and his tyrannical brother, Gadhevi, has fostered paranoia across the nation of...