The pinnacle of human civilization has come and gone, leaving only ruins in its wake. Society and science now struggle to rebuild, rediscovering scraps of knowledge from powerful ancient artifacts that defy comprehension. These relics of the “Old World” can make the fortunes of those who find them—if ancient security systems and rogue bioweapons don’t kill the relic hunters first.Akira, a young street orphan, sets out to become one such hunter to escape his brutal life in the slums....

Akira heads east to a brand new city! He’s reached hunter rank 50, a reward for his role in fighting the nationalists and a sign that he is outgrowing Kugamayama. And with new growth comes a new woman in his life—the prodigy city official Hikaru! She convinces Akira to help guard a convoy heading east. But the monsters farther east might prove to be more than he can handle. Formidable new monsters and startling surprises await him out on the frontier!

The tankrantula—despite its overwhelming power—is finally crushed! As Akira and the rest of the relic hunters rejoice, however, a few people begin to harbor questions about the boy’s uncanny battle prowess: the Druncam rookie Togami, Shikarabe and his buddies, and the mysterious cyborg Nelgo. Nevertheless, Shikarabe whisks Akira off to fight another bounty monster, the multigun snail! Meanwhile, Katsuya prepares to set off for his first mission as a commander, leading the task force agains...

Akira has come a long way from his life on the streets. He’s a proper hunter now, with a roof over his head, food on his plate, and cash in his pocket. And under the guidance of the mysterious Alpha, he continues to acquire superior weapons, skills, and gear. But success has its downsides, and unfamiliar threats are hurtling toward him—both in the desert wastelands and in the city streets.Akira’s deal with aspiring gang leader Sheryl puts him in conflict with the rival bosses eyeing...

Armed with his brand-new powered suit, Akira takes his first formal job from the Hunter Office: a patrol around his home city. Working with a team offers safety in numbers—but getting along with his fellow hunters provides a whole new challenge, thanks to competition for kills, conflicts between veterans and rising stars, and Akira’s own universal distrust. To make matters worse, Akira’s barely settled in before a fresh disaster turns his routine job into a nightmare. Something has driven ...

Akira is riding high after a lucrative deal when he encounters a young pickpocket who shatters his newfound confidence. In a blind rage, he gives chase, desperate to restore his pride—but his rampage brings him up against familiar faces: Katsuya and his team. The young hunters already have bad blood between them after their misunderstandings in the ruins, and Katsuya can never resist a damsel in distress. When he sides with the thief, Akira’s fury boils over, and not even Alpha can rein hi...

Hunters brave the ruins of a long-dead civilization at the behest of the corporate city-states who thrive on its detritus. Amidst the decay lie powerful artifacts of ancient technology, eclipsing anything the corporations can develop. For a few successful hunters, the search for these relics is a road to untold riches. For most, it’s a shortcut to slaughter at the hands of mutant bioweapons and robotic sentinels. And for those trapped at the bottom of society, it’s the only way out.

Akira’s in trouble—the battle with Old World automatons in the Iida ruins destroyed all his gear, and without it, he can’t hunt relics! Meanwhile, Katsuya and Yumina are eager to return to each other’s side. To do so, Yumina is mastering the skill she learned from Akira: controlling her sense of time. Unfortunately, the power struggle among Kugamayama’s leaders grows more ruthless by the minute, and everyone is dragged into the conflict. Ideals, hopes, and wishes all collide. What fate lie...

Word has leaked about Akira’s discovery of the Yonozuka Station Ruins, and Druncam sends Katsuya’s team of rookies to investigate. While exploring, they run into trouble and look to Katsuya for help—only for Katsuya to find himself up against far more than he can handle! Desperately, the young hunter wishes for the strength to rescue everyone from danger. Will his wish be granted—and at what price? Meanwhile, as rumor of the previously unknown ruin continues to spread, more opportunists sh...

With his trip to Zegelt City behind him, Akira has returned to Kugamayama, where the government’s plan to probe deeper into the Kuzusuhara ruins is already underway. But the arrival of some high-rankers from farther east augurs new chaos, while the femme fatale Carol brings Akira an irresistible proposal! Armed and outfitted with yet another fresh set of gear, Akira plunges into the vast unexplored depths of Kuzusuhara, facing trials and foes beyond anything he’s seen yet!

Akira has narrowly escaped the relic thieves’ second attempt on his life, but their deadly cyborg ringleaders have pinned him down in a ruined skyscraper. The blade-wielding Nelia moves in for the kill, forcing the young relic hunter to do battle on her terms—and out of his depth. And even if he ekes out a victory, the ominous Kain is waiting outside with enough firepower to vaporize him in a heartbeat. Once again, Akira’s only hope is to trust the wiley Alpha’s schemes—and to fight like h...

Hot off the heels of discovering an unexplored ruin, Akira accompanies Sheryl to an upper-crust district near the city walls, hoping to find some new clothes that fit her disguise as a high-class lady. The only problem? Akira has zero fashion sense! And when Katsuya and his friends show up at the same boutique, Katsuya falls for Sheryl—while Sheryl sees Akira happily talking to Yumina! With the bad blood between Akira and Katsuya, can the young relic hunters avoid coming to blows? Then a r...