Light Novel Volume 05

The fifth Light Novel volume of the series released on August 13, 2014.

Summary
"Finally, you've come..."
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As a result of Akatsuki Academy's intrusive declaration of joining the competition, the Seven Stars Sword Art Festival enters a tumultuous stage. Despite this, the "Worst One" Ikki Kurogane's spirits are high as he stands before the great stage of his dreams.

The members of Akatsuki calmly mingle with the participants of the tournament, and Stella's delayed arrival worries Ikki, but in an exchange with his opponent in the first match, the previous year's Seven Stars Sword King, Yuudai Moroboshi, Ikki once again promises to give his all in the upcoming fight.

However, the Sword Emperor of Wind, Ouma Kurogane, suddenly appears before him. Moreover, as he is about to face Ouma's overwhelming power, Ikki's condition suddenly worsens!? The Seven Stars Sword Art Festival officially starts with Ikki's first round opponent being none other than the winner of the previous festival, Yuudai Moroboshi. At the same time, Stella who after being defeated by Ouma, goes on a training trip with Nene.
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Chapters

 * Prologue: Festival Music
 * Chapter 1: The National Powerhouses
 * Chapter 2. The Star of Naniwa
 * Chapter 3: Seven Star Sword Art Festival Begins
 * Chapter 4:Conclusion! vs Seven Star Sword King
 * Intermission: The Star takes the Stage
 * Afterword