When a young witch apprentice loses her home and mentor to witch hunts, can she awaken her druid-like powers and flee to safety? Humankind and nature are at odds in volume 6 of this epic Ghibli-esque fantasy manga, perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaa¨, and Witch Hat Atelier!

In a world devastated by humankind and forsaken by plants and animals, only witches have the power to communicate with nature.

Hoping to reach the castle where Oak is being held, Pili disguises herself as a boy named Roble, eager to join the capital’s army. After a tough duel against the formidable Captain Rudbeckia, she proves her bravery and gains entry to the barracks! However, her superior isn’t easily fooled. . . .

Indeed, the captain is also a woman, and she has guessed that Roble isn’t who he claims to be. . . . She promises not to betray her secret, as long as the recruit poses no threat to the city and its inhabitants. But another trial awaits young Pili—an expedition to hunt down her own kind! Soldier or witch . . . how will Pili be able to resolve this dilemma?