Current Arc

Chihiro continues his quest, recovering more Enchanted Blades while facing escalating threats from Hishaku and uncovering larger conspiracies connected to his father's murder.

The Current arc of Kagurabachi continues Chihiro's progression through dangerous encounters and Enchanted Blade recovery as the narrative progresses beyond seven volumes into increasingly significant territory with new revelations emerging constantly. As the series continues serializing, new developments emerge about Hishaku's true nature, their ultimate objectives, and why they pursue the Enchanted Blades specifically with such determination and resources. The organization's activities suggest connections to larger supernatural or political forces within the empire that extend far beyond simple weapon collecting for personal gain. Chihiro gradually discovers that his father's death may have been part of larger conspiracies and that the masterminds directly responsible for Kunishige's murder remain hidden behind multiple layers of organization, misdirection, and subordinates. The simple narrative of assassination is revealed to be part of something vastly more complex and consequential. The arc demonstrates Chihiro's growing abilities as he recovers more blades and learns to utilize their individual properties more effectively through practical application. Each recovered Enchanted Blade possesses unique magical properties—different forms, different magical effects, different potential applications in combat. Mastering these weapons requires understanding their nature and learning to channel their power effectively. The Current arc shows Chihiro gathering allies who become increasingly important to his quest and his character development. These companions provide both combat support and emotional grounding, preventing his quest from becoming purely about revenge and personal satisfaction. The arc suggests that ultimate resolution will require not just recovering all the blades but understanding why they were stolen, by whom, and what purposes they serve for others.