(W) Sakura Fujimoto. In this fantastical tale of demonic battles and courtly intrigue* an onmyoji known as the "Heretic" faces a destiny that could overturn both the human and demon realms! In an era when only a thin boundary exists between the mortal and supernatural realms* demons steal ten powerful artifacts known as the Sacred Relics from the human imperial capital. The emperor issues a decree to all onmyoji* masters of magic who serve and defend the empire: recover the Relics at any cost. Among their number is Hanayama no Fuzuki* known as the "Heretic*" whose extraordinary abilities and arrogant attitude inspire equal amounts of respect and mistrust. As Fuzuki sets forth with his retainer Hakuro* they encounter the young half-demon Ranmaru* who possesses a startling connection to one of the Relics...