Reincarnated as a Sword is an ongoing manga adapted from Yuu Tanaka’s light novel, illustrated by Tomowo Maruyama, with 14+ volumes as of 2026. A man is reincarnated as a sword with powerful abilities. He is found by Fran, a young beastgirl slave who uses him to win her freedom. Together they travel as adventurers: Fran wielding the Teacher (as she names the sword) and the sword experiencing the world through her adventures.

Quick Answer Read all volumes in publication order from Vol. 1 to the latest. Start at the beginning.

Use the sections below for the full reading order, volume list, and follow-up recommendations.

All Reincarnated As A Sword Volumes in Order

Read in publication order from Vol. 1 to the latest.

  1. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 1 (manga)
  2. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 2 (manga)
  3. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 3 (manga)
  4. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 4 (manga)
  5. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 5 (manga)
  6. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 6 (manga)
  7. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 7 (manga)
  8. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 8 (manga)
  9. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 9 (manga)
  10. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 10 (manga)
  11. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 11 (manga)
  12. Reincarnated as a Sword, Vol. 12 (manga)

Reincarnated As A Sword Reading Order

Fran’s Freedom Arc (Volumes 1–14+)

Fran and Teacher gain levels and rank while working through the adventurers’ guild. The dynamic between Fran’s stoic determination and the sword’s exasperated but caring mentorship is the heart of the series. The beastkin racial politics provide ongoing conflict.

Where to Read Reincarnated As A Sword

Manga Plus offers free access to the first and latest chapters. Physical volumes are available from the publisher. We recommend buying official volumes to support the creator.

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