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The atmosphere in the reform school is oppressive. The boys are subject to the tyranny of the guards, but there is a specific, unspoken fear regarding the head guard, Ishihara . Ishihara is a sadist who views the boys not as humans, but as outlets for his cruelty.

The boys are then led to their new home: Block 2, Cell 6. There, they meet the seventh key figure: , an older inmate who has already been there for two years. A fight breaks out, and Sakuragi, a former boxer, quickly and easily defeats all six new arrivals. The sadistic head guard, Ishihara, sees this as an opportunity, entering the cell with a wooden club and ordering the boys to beat Sakuragi as punishment. The six new inmates shock Ishihara and earn Sakuragi's respect when they steadfastly refuse.

| Platform | Format | Availability (as of 2026) | Notes | |----------|--------|---------------------------|-------| | | Digital (English) | Free first chapter; full volume via subscription. | Official English translation, updated for modern devices. | | Manga Plus (Shueisha) | Digital (English/Japanese) | First chapter free; subsequent chapters purchasable. | Simultaneous release with Japanese version; ad‑supported. | | Amazon Kindle Store | eBook (Japanese) | Purchase volume 1; includes Chapter 1. | DRM‑protected, no unauthorized distribution. | | Local Libraries (Japan) | Physical (tankōbon) | Available under Japanese public lending. | Legal borrowing; no copy‑sharing. | | Anime Adaptation | Video (Streaming) | Crunchyroll & HIDIVE hold streaming rights (covers first 4 volumes). | For visual reference, not a textual substitute. |

In 2006, the series won the 51st Shogakukan Manga Award in the general category, one of the most prestigious awards in the manga industry, sharing the honor with A Spirit of the Sun .

Prepared by: – Manga & Media Analyst Date: 13 April 2026*

Hostility breaks out immediately, leading to a fight where Sakuragi uses his boxing skills to single-handedly overwhelm and knock out all six newcomers.