Afterword

Hello again to everyone who’s continuing from volume six, and greetings to everyone who’s beginning with volume seven.

I’m writing this at the end of the year, and while it feels like a lot’s happened this year, when I look around my room, I see that the only thing that’s changed is that I have a few more books, figures, and Blu-rays. Turns out I was just imagining it. I still haven’t even upgraded to a smartphone...

Now, on to the usual thank yous. Nao Watanuki, this is our first book with four new heroines in it, so thank you again for your wonderful character designs. To Nanbu, my editor; Koji Hasegawa, the manga artist; and the editing and sales staff at HJ Bunko, thank you all. Also, to all the bookstores that put my books on the shelves and to the readers who buy them, I hope you’ll continue to enjoy the Little Apocalypse series.

I’m Nao Watanuki, the insert art illustrator.

This is my first afterword of the new year!

This rough illustration is of Yang. He looks tough, but parts of his outfit match Ellicia’s.

Also, drawing this kind of macho, manly guy is a rarity for me. I had fun coming up with “fantasy world” type elements for this art.

Since I like fantasy, however, the modern idol MIO was a challenge. She just ended up with hearts everywhere. I hope she looks like a dazzling pop star, though.

Bonus chibi character in New Year’s mode. (It’s currently January 5th.) Here’s Mio in her kimono.

To Mr. Nameko and my editors, I know we still have part two waiting, but good work on this.

I’m happy everyone enjoyed Little Apocalypse throughout 2013. I’m sorry my handwriting is so bad, but thank you for reading this afterword!

I’m looking forward to your kind consideration in the new year.

Nao Watanuki