Shokunichiwa, all. This is Ariete speaking... or writing for that matter.

This concludes the first half of OP: Vanguard - 'Eclipse'. Each series will have twelve episodes like your typical anime season. Though it isn't the first story series I've written, OP:V is the first one I've ever published online. I'd appreciate some comments and constructive criticisms about this and my future works.

Speaking of future works... Rize will return eventually. That is certain. But the next OP: Vanguard series in the list will revolve around someone else. A certain dragonborn, perhaps? I am also thinking of writing a Q&A chapter... or a Rhizanthella one-shot... or something about the Shrine Maiden of Eclipse Harmony... or a parallel Rize who unwillingly became the foster mother of a sentient blade... Ah, I may be getting too ahead of myself.

Anyway, if you made it this far, thanks for giving this series a try. I am aware of my inconsistent uploading schedule... or lack thereof... real life gets busy at times, sadly. Here's a huge shoutout to my (currently) twelve readers — whether or not you dropped it I'm glad you gave OP: Vanguard a shot. And to everyone, stay safe out there.

OP: Vanguard will return... with passionate flames.