Quick Answer

Black Bullet is based on the manga "Black Bullet" — 20 chapters, 4 volumes. The manga is complete. By Kanzaki, Shiden.

Black Bullet

Black Bullet— Read the Manga

7.07TV13 eps2014Kinema CitrusView anime

Looking for where Black Bullet picks up in the manga? You're in the right place. Below is every piece of source material linked to this anime, with chapter counts and reading order.

Source Manga

Black Bullet

Black Bullet

7.16Manga20 chapters4 volumesFinished

By Kanzaki, Shiden, Morinohon

The near future. A terrible battle against a parasitic virus called "Gastrea" has been fought...and lost. Humanity is cornered and lives in despair. Rentarou and Enju face constant danger in their work as a team of specialists working for the Tendo Civil Security Agency, one of several groups dedicated to fighting Gastrea. Enju is one of the...

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Light Novels

Black Bullet

Black Bullet

7.65Light Novel29 chapters7 volumesOn Hiatus

By Kanzaki, Shiden, Ukai, Saki

A near future, where humans have been defeated by the viral parasites named Gastrea. They have been exiled into a small territory and live in despair, side by side with terror. In this world trapped in darkness— Rentarou, a boy living near Tokyo and member of the "Civil Security"—an organization specializing in fighting against the Gastrea—is...

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Should You Read from the Beginning?

Depends on the adaptation quality. Some anime follow the manga panel-for-panel, in which case jumping ahead saves you time. Others rearrange arcs, skip content, or add filler. When in doubt, start from the beginning — you'll appreciate the story more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Black Bullet have a manga?

Yes — the manga "Black Bullet" runs 20 chapters and is complete. There are 2 related works total.

Where does the Black Bullet anime end in the manga?

The exact chapter depends on which season you've finished. Most anime seasons cover 30-50 chapters of source material. Check the manga page for "Black Bullet" on MyAnimePulse for specifics.

Should I start from the beginning or skip ahead?

Both approaches work. Starting from chapter 1 gives you the complete experience with all the details the anime might have skipped. Jumping to where the anime left off saves time if you just want to continue the story.

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