The Twelve Kingdoms

A collection of short stories about a king, a kirin, and the ideals and conflicts of a people. 

(Source: Shinchosha, translated)

It has been six years since the king of the Hejong dynasty disappeared, six months after ascending to the Jade Throne. Taiki returns to save the devastated country. Believing that the king is still alive, and with a ray of hope in his heart, he begins his journey not knowing the destination! 

(Source: Shinchosha, translated)