Our Last Crusade: Light Novel Enters Final Arc in 2026

Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World, the popular light novel series written by Kei Sazane and illustrated by Ao Nekonabe, has entered the final stretch of its story. The author revealed the news in early 2026 through a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, accompanied by a special New Year illustration. The decision marks a pivotal moment for fans of the franchise, who have followed the epic clash between the empire and the witches of the mist since the first volumes were released.

The announcement comes at a significant moment for the property, which already won over audiences with its anime adaptation. The first season premiered back in 2020, while the second had a rockier road. Originally scheduled for 2023, it was delayed to July 2024 and, after a break to ensure quality, resumed airing from the first episode in April 2025. That is why news of the original work’s final arc serves as a beacon for the saga’s future, signaling that the main narrative is heading toward its planned conclusion.

The author’s other works are also nearing their end

Kei Sazane’s announcement brought a double revelation for fans. Besides the end of Our Last Crusade, the manga adaptation of Sekai no Owari no Encore, another work by the author with original character designs by Haruaki Fuyuno, is also entering its final arc. Drawn by Ryū Usui, this manga series began serialization in Kadokawa’s Comic Alive magazine in 2015. As a result, January 2026 became a month of major transitions for Sazane’s creations, setting the stage for epic conclusions.

For Brazilian readers following the series, the news is especially relevant, since the light novels and their manga adaptation are published in English by Yen Press, making them accessible to many fans. Meanwhile, the anime remains available globally on Crunchyroll, including with an English dub. Despite the delays faced by the second season, the decision to restart the broadcast from the beginning seems to have paid off in maintaining production quality. Now fans can only wait to see how the author handles this \”final battle\” on paper, which could naturally influence any future anime adaptations.