Black Torch manga volume 1 features story and art by Tsuyoshi Takaki.

Jiro Azuma is descended from of a long line of ninja, and he also can talk to animals. One day, he rescues a very unique black cat named Rago,who also happens to be a powerful unearthly being, and is dragged into a secret supernatural war.

Although he may appear rough-and-tumble, Jiro Azuma’s compassionate side emerges when it comes to the furry critters he can communicate with. But Jiro's soft spot for animals gets him in major trouble when a suspicious stray cat fuses with him, granting him exceptional power but also dragging him into humanity's hidden battle against powerful demons.

Black Torch manga volume 2 features story and art by Tsuyoshi Takaki.

There’s a new squad at the Bureau of Espionage—code name: Black Torch. The squad, run by Shiba, consists of Jiro, Ichika and one more rookie named Reiji Kirihara. However, Reiji has no intent of working with a guy who fused together with a demon! Will this squad ever be able to work together?

Black Torch manga volume 3 features story and art by Tsuyoshi Takaki.

Inside the illusory world generated by Fuyo, Jiro and Rago face off against a giant mononoke named Amagi. In the Edo period, Amagi attempted to recruit allies to fight back against the newly formed government ninja squad, but Rago refused to join him! What secrets lurk in the depths of Rago’s lost memories? And what’s behind the sudden string of mass murders happening in the real world?

Black Torch manga volume 4 features story and art by Tsuyoshi Takaki.

In order to save Jiro’s life, Rago pledges loyalty to Amagi, his sworn enemy! But Rago has no intention of letting his power be used by evil forces, and so when he joins Amagi, he leaves all his power behind in Jiro. Outraged at the unexpected betrayal, Amagi unleashes his wrath upon Rago!

Black Torch manga volume 5 features story and art by Tsuyoshi Takaki.

With Jiro’s ability to fully awaken and use Rago’s power, the final battle with Amagi is about to begin. Will Jiro and his friends be able to stop the rampaging Amagi in time? Don’t miss the thrilling conclusion!