BASTARD
Manga ChapterBASTARD, rendered in Japanese as the katakana basutādo, is the seventh chapter of Volume 18 within the Neo Egoist League arc. The chapter's roster brings Isagi and his fellow contenders together with a cluster of fresh names: Michael Kaiser, Alexis Ness, Erik Gesner, Benedict Grim, and Igor Schneider.
Summary
"BASTARD" is the seventh chapter of the eighteenth volume and the 156th of the series, continuing the Neo Egoist League arc. The title appears in Japanese as the katakana basutādo. Its cast opens with Noel Noa and features Isagi along with Kunigami, Kiyora, Neru, Kurona, Yukimiya, Igarashi, Raichi, Hiori, and Gagamaru.
Key Events
Ego appears on a screen during the chapter, which also features Michael Kaiser, Alexis Ness, Erik Gesner, Benedict Grim, and Igor Schneider among its cast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bastard in Blue Lock?
BASTARD is the title of Blue Lock Chapter 156, the seventh chapter of Volume 18, which introduces new league figures Michael Kaiser, Alexis Ness, Erik Gesner, Benedict Grim, and Igor Schneider.
Who opens the character lineup in Chapter 156?
Noel Noa opens the cast of Chapter 156, appearing before Isagi and the rest of the returning Blue Lock players.
Which Blue Lock players appear in Chapter 156?
Chapter 156 features Isagi alongside Kunigami, Kiyora, Neru, Kurona, Yukimiya, Igarashi, Raichi, Hiori, and Gagamaru.
How does Ego appear in Chapter 156?
Ego appears on a screen during Chapter 156 rather than in person.
When was Chapter 156 published?
Chapter 156 was published on the cover of the combined 2022 issue 4-5, reaching Japan on December 22, 2021, and English readers on March 21, 2023.
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