AFTERWORD

Hello, everyone, Tôwa here. Thank you again to all my readers who have made it from the first volume all the way here. I’m glad we get to meet once more.

I wanted to talk briefly about the changes made to the story between this and the web version. In the first volume, I explained how I made Igarashi kinder, which is something that’s continued into this volume as well. I also corrected the data displays, which are really important for the seeking expedition scenes, and I tweaked some of the fight scenes that were lacking. I hadn’t really touched on Madoka’s and Melissa’s emotions before and after they joined the party, so I wrote an episode focusing entirely on them. I’d like to keep writing individual stories about each party member whenever possible.

I wanted to express my heartfelt thanks to my lead editor, who has worked so hard on this book, as well as everyone who proofread the manuscript.

To Huuka Kazabana, the illustrator—thank you for your stunning visuals, which have enabled me, the author, to see the world of The World’s Strongest Rearguard more clearly.

Lastly, as I’m sure some of my readers are aware, this series will be receiving a manga adaptation by Rikizo for ComicWalker’s Isekai Comic Corner! It’s looking so great that even I can’t contain my excitement. Please, please go check it out!

I hope to see you all again in Volume 3.

Tôwa