A salaryman dies in a car accident and wakes up in a fantasy world, but instead of gaining a new human body, he is reincarnated as an inanimate sentient sword. He spends his early days in the wilderness grinding levels and absorbing the abilities of monsters he defeats until he encounters Fran, a cat girl from a mistreated tribe who desperately needs a weapon to save herself. This manga follows their journey as they form a pact, evolving through a game-like system to clear high-rank dungeons and take down powerful bosses.

The tone is surprisingly wholesome rather than dark, focusing heavily on the bond between the overpowered sword and his young wielder as they work to improve her stats and combat skills. If you enjoy progression fantasy and series like That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime where the protagonist starts with a unique, non-human perspective, this is a solid pick. The action is fast-paced and clearly illustrated, making the growth of Fran from a weak, enslaved child to a formidable adventurer feel earned and satisfying.

Also known as: TenKen, Reincarnated as a Sword.

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