Afterword

Hello, this is Hitsuji Taro.

This time, the nineteenth volume of Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor has finally been published.

I offer infinite gratitude to the editors, publishing staff, and all the readers who have supported Bastard Magic Instructor.

Volume 19! Just one more volume until 20!

And, for now, a quick word to everyone!

I once said somewhere that Bastard Magic Instructor would conclude at 20 volumes, but it won’t end there! It looks like it’ll continue just a bit longer!

That aside.

Man, this nineteenth volume feels like the moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. The culmination of all the foreshadowing so far—the greatest mystery in Bastard Magic Instructor, the truth about Celica, has finally been revealed.

I can’t believe we’ve made it this far. Good job, me. I want to pat myself on the back.

But the story is far from over.

There are still plenty of mysteries and foreshadowing left to unravel, and the core theme of the story, entrusted to our protagonist, Glenn, remains to be fulfilled.

Carrying various burdens, what will Glenn see at the end of this story, and what will he gain? As the author, nothing would make me happier than for you, the readers, to stick with Glenn and his companions on their adventures and battles until the very end.

I’ll keep working hard to write, so please continue to support me!

Also, the first-ever Bastard Magic Instructor art collection, Akashic Records of Bastard Magic Instructor: Gallery Records, as well as the new release Magic Knight of the Old Ways II are coming out, so please check them out if you’re interested!

I post life updates and such on Twitter, so I’d be thrilled to receive DMs or replies with your thoughts on the work or messages of support. My username is @Taro_hituji.

Well then! Let’s meet again in volume twenty!

Hitsuji Taro