The Irregular at Magic High School, Vol. 13 (light novel): Steeplechase Arc

In July 2096, excitement hangs thick in the air as the Nine-School Competition kicks off for another thrilling summer at First High School. With stakes higher than ever, the students are gearing up for fierce battles, deep-rooted rivalries, and a chance to showcase their magical prowess. Tatsuya Shiba, ever the enigmatic force, must navigate the uncharted waters of competition while grappling with emerging challenges and unexpected alliances.

Amidst the dazzling displays of magic and strategy, friendships are put to the test, and tensions flare as fierce rivals clash in a quest for glory. New faces join the fray, adding fresh challenges and dynamics to the already intricate web of relationships. Tricky politics and shadows of the past loom, leaving everyone to wonder whom they can truly trust.

As the competition unfolds, the stakes rise dramatically, blending tradition with innovation in an epic showcase of skill and ambition. The shimmering world of magic is about to reveal its secrets, and as the summer heats up, so do the challenges ahead for Tatsuya and his friends. They'll need to summon every ounce of strength, cunning, and camaraderie to emerge victorious in this thrilling arc of their journey.