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Edition 2 (2009) 2nd place
Koroku Inumura
いぬむら ころく
Inumura Koroku
Profile
- Gender
- Male
- Born
- 1971 （Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan）
- Nationality
- Japan
- Languages
- Japanese
Career
- Occupations
- Game planner, Game scenario writer, Novelist
- Active Years
- 2004-
Education
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waseda University, School of Political Science and Economics | School of Political Science and Economics | — | — | — | Japan |
Waseda University, School of Political Science and Economics
School of Political Science and Economics
Country:
Japan
Graduated from Waseda University, School of Political Science and Economics
Awards & Nominations
Works
Major Works
Remembrance of a Certain Airship Pilot
2008 Light novelThe first volume of a series about pilots,青春, romance and the effects of war. The work drew strong attention after publication and was adapted into comics and a theatrical animation.
flightromancewarcoming of age
Adaptations
- [Theatrical animation] Remembrance of a Certain Airship Pilot
Leviathan's Lover
2007 Original novelThe author's first original novel series, a fantasy-tinged romance and adventure published by Gagaga Bunko.
fantasyromanceadventure
Remember11 -the age of infinity- (Novelization)
2004 Game novelizationA novelization of a PlayStation 2 game released by Famitsu Bunko; this was the author's debut.
mysterypsychologicalSF elements
Propeller Opera
2019 Light novelA series published by Gagaga Bunko featuring an original setting; released across multiple volumes.
adventuremachineryensemble drama
Soon to Fall in Love, Vivi Rain
2016 Light novelA romance-heavy series published by Gagaga Bunko, released over seven volumes.
youthromance
The White Empire
2024 Light novelA recent series with elements of military fantasy; volumes have been released in the mid-2020s.
military chroniclestatepolitics
Bibliography
- Remember11 -the age of infinity- (Novelization, Famitsu Bunko, 2004)
- Leviathan no Koibito (Gagaga Bunko, 2007- )
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Tsuioku (Gagaga Bunko, 2008)
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Renka (Gagaga Bunko, 2009-2011)
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Nocturne (Gagaga Bunko, 2011)
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Seiyaku (Gagaga Bunko, 2012-2015)
- Yagate Koi suru Vivi Rain (Gagaga Bunko, 2016-2018)
- Propeller Opera (Gagaga Bunko, 2019-2021)
- The White Empire (Gagaga Bunko, 2024- )
- Various game novelizations (Famitsu Bunko)
Adaptations
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Tsuioku - theatrical animation and manga adaptation
- Toaru Hikūshi e no Renka - TV anime (Jan-Mar 2014)
Style & Themes
- Literary Style
- light novel narrative stylelyrical description
- Recurring Motifs
- flightromance and waryouthful growth
Legacy
With the 2008 publication of 'Toaru Hikūshi e no Tsuioku', the author achieved a commercial and critical breakthrough, leading to manga and theatrical animation adaptations. Originally from the game industry, he transitioned from novelizations to successful original works and continues to be active in the light novel field.
In Popular Culture
- The 'Toaru Hikūshi' series' anime and manga adaptations expanded recognition among the general public
Quotes
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The author has received praise that made even the writer tremble with fear.
Source: Gagaga Bunko editorial blog / Amazon editor reviews (2008)
Trivia
- Debuted in 2004 with the game novelization 'Remember11'.
- Graduated from Waseda University, School of Political Science and Economics.
- Born in Miyazaki Prefecture.