I Formed the Strongest Swordsman Group Novel

During the turbulent Bakumatsu era of 1860s Japan, foreign powers with advanced steam-powered warships forcibly opened the nation's borders, creating both chaos and opportunity. In this age of upheaval, samurai, reformists, and assassins all wielded their blades in pursuit of what they believed was justice. Tachibana Aoto, an ordinary police officer who reincarnated into Edo, possesses a unique "Talent Copy System." By dueling anyone—whether he wins or loses—he can copy one of their innate talents. After fighting the skilled swordsman Okita Souji, Aoto acquired the talent of Swordsmanship Aptitude Amplified 50x Over Average. Using this ability, Aoto gradually gathered a group of formidable swordmasters, forming a fearsome swordsman group that would shake the entire nation. According to historical records, these swordsmen, led by the legendary "Nioh" Tachibana Aoto through the Shinsengumi, allowed the blade to shine one final time in an age when guns had replaced swords.