The manga adaptation of From Bullied to Brawler: My After-Hours Education with the School’s Tough Girls (Hōkago wa Kenka Saikyō no Gyaru ni Tsurekomareru Seikatsu), with art by Takao Aoyagi and based on Aitsu’s original web novel, has officially concluded its serialization. The final chapter appeared in the October issue of Kadokawa’s Dragon Age magazine, which was released this Tuesday.
A Journey From Victim to Victor: The Series’ Premise
From Bullied to Brawler follows the story of Shiki, a timid and academically-focused high school student who finds himself at St. Lukeman’s Academy, a school notorious for its delinquent population. Constantly targeted by bullies, Shiki’s life takes an unexpected turn when he bravely assists a girl in distress. His act of kindness leads to him being saved by Karin, widely known as the “Empress” — the most formidable and beautiful girl in the school. In a unique arrangement, Karin offers to train Shiki in combat, while he, in turn, agrees to tutor her in academics, setting him on a path to personal growth and strength.
Serialization History and Creators
The original web novel series by Aitsu first launched in October 2022. The manga adaptation, illustrated by Takao Aoyagi, began its serialization in Fujimi Shobo’s Dragon Age magazine in February 2024. The narrative of a bullied protagonist learning to fight back, often with the help of an unexpected mentor, resonated with readers looking for themes of empowerment and character development.
The Final Chapters and Compiled Volume Release
With the publication of its concluding chapter, the series now looks to its final collected edition. The third and final compiled book volume for From Bullied to Brawler: My After-Hours Education with the School’s Tough Girls is scheduled to ship in Japan on November 8. Publisher Kadokawa has been releasing the series in English, allowing international fans to follow Shiki’s transformation. The second compiled volume was released on March 7.
