In the battle to decide the fate of humanity, the gods are up by two wins. Poseidon, the Greek god of the seas, enters the arena looking to extend the lead even further. To the crowd’s astonishment, the human challenger Brunhilde sends to the field is Sasaki Kojiro. Can a fighter known for having never once won a single match also be humanity’s greatest swordsman? Or is there more to Sasaki Kojiro’s reputation as history’s biggest loser than anyone can imagine? -- VIZ Media

The valkyrie Brunhilde has convinced the gods to give humanity a chance at redemption through combat in the Valhalla arena. Seeking a quick end to the proceedings, the gods present their first fighter, Thor, the Norse god of thunder. Facing him is a warrior said to be the strongest in the history of mankind, the legendary general Lü Bu! -- VIZ Media

With humanity already down by one loss, the second round of the Ragnarok tournament is an unbelievable contest between Zeus, the father of all the Greek gods, and Adam, the very first human being! Up against the mighty Zeus, Adam may not look like much, but he has a few tricks hidden behind his fig leaf! Can he possibly take down the boss of Mount Olympus? As the second round comes to its dramatic end, the roaring crowd is already looking forward to the next matchup—Poseidon, the god of the seas, versus one of the greatest Japanese swordsmen ever, Sasaki Kojiro! -- VIZ Media

The initial expectation of an easy first win for the gods in the Valhalla Arena is shattered as the human hero Lü Bu (with some help from Brunhilde on the sly) proves to be a match for the mighty Thor. But can Lü Bu stand up to the thunder god’s most powerful attack? With the tournament going into its second round, a surprise fighter for the gods decides to step into the ring. His human opponent? None other than the first man himself—Adam! -- VIZ Media

Destiny brings three great warriors together as Loki, greatest of all Assassins, and the cursed swordsman Skurai pursue Chaos, the Rune Knight.

After getting separated, Mash and the gang face off against individual members of the Magia Lupus, the group of Lang Dorm baddies who have been stealing magic power from other students. Mash manages to put a stop to his speedy opponent, but Dot struggles to take down Love. With his back against the wall, Dot unleashes a devastating new power. Meanwhile, Abel, the leader of the Magia Lupus, awaits Mash for a decisive final battle! -- VIZ Media

An introduction to such a vast subject as Norse Mythology can be problematic as it could well fall between two stools; so packed with details as to put one off, or so vague, that one is none the wiser for having read it. This text manages a pleasing balance, succeeds in whetting the appetite and supplying excellent online resources for the reader who wishes to find out more. Inside you will read about... ✓ The Creation in Norse Mythology ✓ The Nine Worlds ✓ Major Gods and Goddesses ✓ Valhalla ✓ Ragnarok ✓ The Sagas ✓ The Influence of Norse Mythology on Our Lives Today The author quotes generously from the most important relevant source which is freely available via the Project Gutenberg, and you are left with the sounds and taste of the times... ringing in your ears and tingling on your tongue.