Baraou no Souretsu

Description

Richard’s father, the patriarch of the House of York, is poised to become king of medieval England during the bloody Wars of the Roses. But just as success is imminent, he is abruptly cut down. Plunged into despair, Richard acts out in revenge and must face a powerful and beautiful new enemy.

Official English Release: Viz

Type

Manga

Baraou no Souretsu Gaiden (Side Story)

Associated Names

Bara Ou no Souretsu

Le requiem du roi des roses

Requiem Króla Róż (Polish)

Requiem of the Rose King

Réquiem por el rey de la rosa

Похоронная процессия Короля Роз

Реквием по Королю роз

พันธนาการแห่งราชันย์กุหลาบ

ばらおうのそうれつ

蔷薇王的葬队

薔薇王の葬列

薔薇王的葬隊

장미왕의 장례 행렬

Groups Scanlating

Crimson Flower

Latest Release(s)

c.6 by Crimson Flower 12 years ago

c.5 by Crimson Flower 12 years ago

v.1 c.4 by Crimson Flower 12 years ago

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Status in Country of Origin

17 Volumes (Complete)

Completely Scanlated?

Yes

Anime Start/End Chapter

Starts at Vol 1, Chap 1

Ends at Vol 17, Chap 78

User Reviews

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Forum

1 topics, 2 posts

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User Rating

Average: 8.1 / 10.0 (113 votes)

Bayesian Average: 7.72 / 10.0

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Last Updated

September 30th, 2025 1:11am PDT - 2 months ago

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Genre

Action Drama Historical Mature Shoujo Tragedy
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Author(s)

Artist(s)

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Original Publisher

Akita Shoten

Serialized In (magazine)

Princess (Akita Shoten)

Licensed (in English)

Yes

English Publisher

Viz (17 Volumes - Complete)

Activity Stats (vs. other series)

Weekly Pos #714

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Monthly Pos #1207

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3 Month Pos #2732

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6 Month Pos #3431

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Year Pos #4449

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List Stats

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On 586 wish lists

On 91 completed lists

On 39 unfinished lists

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Beautiful

by suyouera
1 year ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I spent 3 days binge reading this. It must be because of the binge reading that I do not get some of the scene, like why the character had to do something like that, but the story is so smooth. I used to give low rating to some manga due to the character's dramatized hand gestures and body postures, but those suit this manga so well.

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Beautifully dark and painful

by twilightspirits
4 years ago

Rating: N/A

An emotional rollercoaster, it has politics and war over the crown, but not to the extent that it's hard to follow. The main character is really tragic and tugs at your heartstrings, plus many people die.

All in all, totally recommended for those not weak in heart.

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Loved It

by Kronosking
4 years ago

Rating: N/A

This dark grim bodiceripper action adventure was a thrilling action packed adventure!

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Intriguing historical

by waxesnostalgic
9 years ago

Rating: 7.0 / 10.0

Bara ou no Sorestsu is a strange reinterpretation of the story of Richard III, loosely inspired by Shakespeare's plays Henry VI parts 1 - 3 and Richard III. (Not sure what it means in the official summary "Based on an early draft of Shakespeare's play." What early draft? I don't think anything like that exists.) It begins when Richard is a child, rejected by his mother as he was born intersex. (I choose to refer to Richard as "he" as he seems to identify as male most of the time) Richard has a great "father-daughter" relationship with his father, whom he adores, but is troubled by visions of Joan of Arc, who represents his feminine nature.

The plot gets more complicated when Richard's beloved father attempts a coup d'etat to claim the throne during the Wars of the Roses.Things become rather violent at times, so if you have a weak stomach you might want to avoid this manga.

The intersex issues seem to be handled well, though a little over-dramatized (practically everything is in this manga, though. It's based on Shakespeare, after all). It seems kind of a strange way to alter the "hunchbacked Richard" narrative, but I suppose Kanno Aya enjoys writing gender issues. I particularly enjoy how the characters view gender in an historical way, rather than a modern way. That's often ignored in a lot of "historical fiction" out there. So far, Richard has been attracted to both a male and female character.

I like Richard with King Henry best, but since King Henry is slated for death according to history, I'm fine with Richard and Anne (his future wife) as a couple too. :) They are also very cute together.

I've read up to Vol. 4 (licensed release) and it's fantastic so far. Each volume takes the story to a darker and more complex place. If you are hesitating about purchasing the licensed volumes, I can assure you this manga is worth it.

... Last updated 9 years ago

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Love it!

by Wynnfield
10 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I have been so absorbed into reading this series that I hadn't notice it was dinner time!

First of all, I had read the Raws up to chapter 21, so this comment is based on my knowledge of the book till chapter 21.

The characters are very well-developed, each with their own positive and negative personalities. This manga truly shows how not everyone is 'perfect'. The main character himself has a lot of burden and worries, from wanting his Mother's love to trying to get the King's seat. Along the series, the main character becomes more mature, and becomes more sensible, mature. Although he also became a lot darker, that is just one trait of him, which makes him unable to trust the people around him. If you continue reading the series, you will find the main character very lovable, and the author makes it such that you can sympathize with his difficulties being both female and male.
The other characters are also very well-developed, with each of the main characters' brothers having obstacles in their way, and many problems that stands in their way from thriving.
There were many twists in the story which had made me enjoy it even more, and regarding the plot of the manga, it is superb!
It's based of William Shakespeare's play,but it's not exactly a replica and has a lot of differences. It makes me wonder how it will all play out in the end. Will it become a tragedy? Or will it ends as a Happy Ending? I personally prefer a good ending, but with the way the manga is proceeding, it is hard to foresee a good future. This manga will take you through rides of laughters, light comedy, hidden secrets, betrayals, but most of all, a type romance which will make you want to read till the end, to see how it will all end up to.

But the true irony of this book is how it really brings out the idiom, 'a chip off an old block', like father like son. I didn't expect both the father and son to fall for the same person. It is really romantic all in all, but I really dread the day when the main character finds out that he fell for for his enemy.

All in love, this manga has entered one of my favourites! I really hope I can find it's hard copy.

... Last updated 10 years ago

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Optimistic

by NoOneSpecial75
11 years ago

Rating: 7.0 / 10.0

I've only read the first volume so far, and while it was a little hard to follow the story (at first I thought they were implying those weren't his real parents or something), the art is solid and it's drawn in a way that would appeal to shojo or shonen fans. I'm cautious because I think the topic of Intersex is one that needs to be treated gently, not just played for angst, but I feel it's been handled appropriately so far. We'll see what future volumes bring.

Update: The series becomes very

violent in volume 2, including an attempted rape. I liked the plot, but I think the content is too "mature" for my tastes.

... Last updated 10 years ago

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In Love with it but...

by pinkparparak
11 years ago

Rating: 10.0 / 10.0

I'm in love with this manga but they won't translate this anymore cause it's been Licensed, what to do I really want to read this. someone please translate this great manga.

... Last updated 11 years ago

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Baraou no Souretsu

by #1Otaku
12 years ago

Rating: N/A

I like this book a lot,
I only wish the waits for the next chapter weren't so long.
It starts out very interesting. This book is one of my favorites cause its something I've never read before. It's unique and is very interesting.

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