Suzumoto Jun | Clay Lord

Japanese: CLAY・LORD－土の王－
English: Clay Lord: Master of Golems
Synonyms: Tsuchi no Ou
Type: Manga
Volumes: 3
Chapters: 16
Status: Completed
Published: Apr 27, 2013 to Aug 28, 2014
Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Josei
Mangaka: Suzumoto Jun (Story & Art)
Serialization: Comic ZERO-SUM

Synopsis: Golems: living dolls crafted by adept molders of earth and magic. Farmers use them to perform menial labor, law enforcement use them to bolster security, and aristocrats use them as their closest companions. Just like any tool, however, golems can be used for good or evil.

Clay, an aspiring young molder who travels to the city to take part in a golem-building contest-the winner of which will become the guardian of the city's treasury! When dark forces learn of Clay's unique skills, he becomes a target worth more than the city's coffers. Luckily, Clay has three golem friends who will do anything in their power to protect him. Join fledgling golem-maker Clay and his eccentric companions as he embarks on a journey of grand adventure! (MAL, Baka updates)

Baka updates + comicvine (vol 3 synopsis): Clay is a young golem molder, still learning about the world around him. His unique technique allows his golems to evolve. Unfortunately, the golem crafter's guild sees the golems' unrestricted egos as a threat. In this final chapter, Clay must choose between his future as a member of the guild and the closest thing to a family he has left. Should Clay sacrifice his past to secure his future?

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Licensed in English

Seven Seas (3 Volumes - Complete) 

Source: MAL Manga info, Baka updates

Side notes: This is one my favorites of today.^-^ At least the start is pretty much on the key and gives nice vibe of the upcoming adventure shounen manga. At is on good level (or I'd like to say it's on great level) and I'm liking the manga which is quite rare when thinking about the genre "josei" which I'm always struggling with at some point.

Main character

Clay Earthgaia

A fledgling golem maker with no memories beyond his recent past. Gifted with the ability to make advanced golems using the blood of Earthgaia. Clay treats his companion Golems-Kurogane, Shirogane, and Rose as family, though their overprotective behavior can be irritating at time.

As the last surviving member of the family, Clay is doing his best to carry on their legacy, despite having no memory of his past. He has a scar on his forehead but it's usually hidden by his hair.

Supporting (golems)

Roze

Kurogane

Lizard, member of
security at the golem-
building event
Real identity:
Marquis Lizard Greisen
Novelty behind the
event. Uses a mask to
cover the scar.

Shirogane