Announcing the Launch of Winning Works of Third Drecom Media Award in 2025!

Exciting New Releases from Drecom Media Award

Drecom Inc., based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has officially announced the publication schedule for the three winning works of the 3rd Drecom Media Award, which received over 5,000 submissions. The gold award winner, titled "Since I Was the Hero's Extra, I Decided to Travel Freely in Another World: The Departure of the Royal Capital Edition" by Ibuya Sekimura, will launch in October 2025, followed by the silver award winners. Here’s a closer look at these captivating new titles, each bringing readers into enchanting realms of fantasy.

Gold Prize: "Since I Was the Hero's Extra"

Release Date: October 10, 2025
Author: Ibuya Sekimura
Illustrator: Kisuke Ichimaru
Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Format: 46-bun

In this whimsical narrative, we follow a company employee named Hairi, who finds herself unexpectedly summoned to another world due to her co-worker's quest to defeat a demon lord. Granted the freedom to explore this new land until her colleague completes their mission, Hairi embarks on a delightful adventure filled with magic and discovery. She uses her unique magic skills to assist beast-hunting guilds, indulge in exotic cuisines after work, and interact with a talking cat poet among other fantastic experiences. This is a vacation like no other, where magic is real, and the possibilities are endless!

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Silver Prize: "The Secret Recipe of the Resurrected Cat-Eared Pharmacist"

Release Date: November 10, 2025
Author: Maebaru Makino
Illustrator: Н猫R
Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Format: 46-bun

This enchanting tale follows Milchette, who finds herself reincarnated as a cat-eared girl in the game world after a hard life as a salaryman. After losing her home and guardian, she encounters a quirky former royal magician, Clifford, who offers her a refuge. Together, they navigate the challenges of running a café while utilizing her unique potion skills to help their community's problems. The story unfolds as Milchette shares her kindness and transforms the lives of those around her. A heartwarming café drama is on the way!

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Silver Prize: "My Guard Dog is Overprotective (Vol. 1)"

Release Date: December 10, 2025
Author: Riku Isuzuki
Illustrator: Yomi Sarachi
Price: ¥1,540 (tax included)
Format: 46-bun

Lusha, an ordinary seamstress, is thrust into a thrilling romance fantasy when she enters a contractual coexistence with a rough young man named Blood, who takes on the role of her "guard dog." As they navigate this sudden life change, their awkward romance unfolds, complicated by the appearance of a mysterious magician named Jack. Little does Lusha know, her ordinary life is on the verge of dramatic change, linked to a monumental plot that could alter her fate forever. This engaging tale of love and magic awaits!

Reserve your copy here!

About DRE Novels

Drecom's light novel label, DRE Novels, is a hub of diverse literary talents. It also includes notable titles like the dark fantasy series "Blade & Bastard" and "Ellis's Holy Grail," along with various genre-bound narratives. The annual Drecom Media Award encourages aspiring authors, and this year’s fourth event will take place this autumn.

For more about DRE Novels, visit: DRE Novels

About Drecom Inc.

Company Name: Drecom Inc.
CEO: Hiroki Naito
Founded: November 13, 2001
Location: 19th Floor, ThinkPark Tower, 2-1, Ohsaki, Shinagawa, Tokyo
Website: Drecom