This story depicts the growth of a young girl who participates in "Joste," a competition where competitors on horseback use long lances to knock their opponents from their horses.
 
Note: Originally published in 2012 June 1 issue of Young Gangan.

The first collection of short stories by Kei Ookubo! This book contains five stories packed with charm.
 
1. The Dragon's Bride (竜の国の花嫁): A story about a lady officer's marriage that transcends race. 
2. HAMMER HAMMER (ハンマー・ハンマー): Depicts the bond between dragon-man siblings. 
3. JOSTE A knight who bravely fights to repay her father's debts. 
4. Artillery Expert Faust (大砲屋のファウスト): A young man who goes to war for the sake of his beloved. 
5. The Girl in the Workshop (工房の乙女): The work that became the inspiration for Arte.

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