is a Japanese web novel series written by Damu Amato. It was originally serialized on the online publication platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō from November 2016 to April 2024. It later began publication by Drecom Media as a light novel under their DRE Novels imprint featuring illustrations by Shirabii in December 2024, with three volumes released as of July 2026. A manga adaptation illustrated by Yū Satō began serialization on Drecom Media's Drecomi+ web service in September 2026. An anime television series adaptation produced by Project No.9 has been announced.
Plot Hakura, an adventurer, is nearly killed by a hydra, only to be rescued by Leen, a witch's descendant. Leen, being descended from a witch, does not feel attached to humans, finding them incomprehensible. Thankful for being saved, Hakura offers to become Leen's bodyguard, with the two starting their adventures together. However, despite their partnership, the two find themselves bickering, with Leen's views on humans conflicting with her companionship with Hakura.
Characters
A witch who is descended from the primordial witch of their world. She has a selfish personality and look down upon humans. She has the ability to tame monsters.
Media Light novels Damu Amato originally began posting the series on the online publication platform Shōsetsuka ni Narō on November 30, 2016, with Amato posting 168 chapters including an epilogue until April 2, 2024. The series was later submitted to a contest by the publishing company Drecom Media in 2024, where it won the Grand Prize. Drecom Media began publishing it as a light novel under their DRE Novels imprint with illustrations by Shirabii, with the first volume being released on December 10, 2024; three volumes have been released as of July 10, 2026. A voice drama featuring Manaka Iwami as Leen and Chiaki Kobayashi as Hakura was released on YouTube to promote the first volume's release. The series is licensed in English by J-Novel Club.
Manga A one-shot promotional webtoon produced by MITA, Gudan and Red Seven was published on Drecom Media's official website on November 29, 2024.
A manga adaptation illustrated by Yū Satō began serialization on Drecom Media's Drecomi+ web service on September 11, 2026.
Anime An anime television series adaptation was announced on July 3, 2026. The series is produced by Project No.9 and directed by Chihiro Kumano, and features scripts written by Satoru Sugizawa and character designs by Akane Kasasagi. The cast from voice drama are reprising their roles.
References
External links Web novel at Shōsetsuka ni Narō Light novel official website Manga official website Anime official website