MELON22 – illustratör

Reborn from modern Japan into a medieval fantasy realm where chastity norms between men and women are completely reversed, Faust is an anomaly—a rare male knight. Raised as a frontier lord, he clings to his old-world values, often putting him at odds with his new reality. From the queen’s barely-there attire to a buxom duchess whose “diplomacy” borders on harassment, navigating court life is a daily trial. But on the battlefield, Faust is a warrior without equal—his skill alone can turn the tide of war.Now assigned to mentor the fierce yet inexperienced Princess Valiele on her first campaign, Faust embarks on what should be a routine bandit suppression. But upon arriving in a remote village, they are met with an unforeseen tragedy—one that will test his skill, courage, and honor like never before.

After a triumphant campaign alongside Princess Valiele, Faust - a rare male knight from another world - decides to care for Martina, the orphaned daughter of a fallen rebel. Returning home to his quiet Polidoro fief, his respite is cut short when he’s summoned to the capital for a delicate diplomatic mission. Queen Liesenlotte herself asks Faust to act as an envoy, negotiating peace with the neighbouring kingdom of Villendorf. But there’s a twist: the success of this mission hinges on whether Faust can break through the icy facade of Queen Catalina, a ruler famed for her ruthless heart. The stakes are even higher in this thrilling second installment of the knight’s tale in a gender-switched world!