Peacemaker Kurogane (Peace Maker鐵?) is a historical fiction manga and anime series created by mangaka Nanae Chrono (黒乃 奈々絵, Kurono Nanae?). The story begins in 19th century Japan before the Meiji Restoration, a chain of events that led to enormous changes in Japan's political and social structure while the seeds of the revolution are being planted. The story follows the boy protagonist, Ichimura Tetsunosuke, who joins the Shinsengumi (initially as Hijikata Toshizo's page) while seeking strength to avenge his parents' death at the hands of a Choshu rebel.
The prequel of Peacemaker Kurogane is Shinsengumi Imon Peacemaker (新撰組異聞Peace Maker?) was published by Enix in the magazine Monthly Shōnen Gangan. Shinsengumi Imon Peacemaker is licensed in North America by Tokyopop.[1]
Plot
The story is focused on the main character, Ichimura Tetsunosuke, an
energetic, short, and very childlike 15 year old. He and his older
brother (Tatsunosuke) are left to fend for themselves after the vicious
murder of their parents. While Tetsunosuke wants to get revenge, his
pacifist brother is not so inclined. 'Tatsu' joins a special police
force dubbed the Shinsengumi, as an accountant to earn a living, the
organization 'Tetsu' wishes to join as a soldier to seek his revenge.
The story chronicles Tetsu's trials and tribulations as a struggling
page craving redemption. He develops relationships with all the
legendary members of the Shinsengumi army helping them with their
various struggles as he constantly battles his own against himself.[clarification needed] At the story's climax, Tetsu discovers himself and the overwhelming responsibility the power he is searching for holds.[clarification needed]
The prequel of Peacemaker Kurogane is Shinsengumi Imon Peacemaker (新撰組異聞Peace Maker?) was published by Enix in the magazine Monthly Shōnen Gangan. Shinsengumi Imon Peacemaker is licensed in North America by Tokyopop.[1]
Plot
The story is focused on the main character, Ichimura Tetsunosuke, an
energetic, short, and very childlike 15 year old. He and his older
brother (Tatsunosuke) are left to fend for themselves after the vicious
murder of their parents. While Tetsunosuke wants to get revenge, his
pacifist brother is not so inclined. 'Tatsu' joins a special police
force dubbed the Shinsengumi, as an accountant to earn a living, the
organization 'Tetsu' wishes to join as a soldier to seek his revenge.
The story chronicles Tetsu's trials and tribulations as a struggling
page craving redemption. He develops relationships with all the
legendary members of the Shinsengumi army helping them with their
various struggles as he constantly battles his own against himself.[clarification needed] At the story's climax, Tetsu discovers himself and the overwhelming responsibility the power he is searching for holds.[clarification needed]
