Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Introduction of Sasaki Kojiro, a Servant of the Assassin class with unique skills and abilities.
• Explanation of his Presence Concealment skill, which is not typical for an Assassin but is highly effective for a martial artist.
• Description of his Mind's Eye (False) skill, allowing him to predict danger and discern opponent's weapons and fighting styles.
• Presentation of his Translucence skill, which nullifies mental interference in combat.
• Introduction of his Monohoshi Zao skill, enabling precise hits even against repeated attacks.
• Reveal of his Noble Phantasm, Tsubame Gaeshi, a multi-dimensional slashing technique with a range of 3 meters.

Character Developments

• Kojiro's skills and abilities are detailed, highlighting his prowess as a martial artist and his unique approach to combat.
• His personality is inferred to be honorable and straightforward, as he often reveals himself and exchanges names before battles.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between Kojiro's martial arts background and the magical nature of the Holy Grail War.
• The importance of mental clarity and focus in combat, as shown through his Translucence skill.

Character Interactions

• Although not explicitly shown in this chapter, Kojiro's interactions with other Servants are hinted at, particularly his clashes with Saber (Artoria) and his exchanges with an invisible sword.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Billy the Kid, a legendary outlaw, is summoned as a Servant in a Holy Grail War.
• He is assigned to Class Archer, showcasing his exceptional marksmanship.
• Billy's Noble Phantasm, "Bad Beat," is demonstrated, allowing him to counterattack with three precise shots, even against swift or distant attacks.

Character Developments

• Billy's past as a notorious gunslinger is explored, revealing his skill and ruthlessness.
• As a Servant, Billy maintains his independent nature, relying on his own judgment and skills.

Significant Themes

• Skill vs. Magic: Billy's reliance on his exceptional marksmanship (Skill) rather than magical power (Magic) is emphasized.
• Independence: Billy's independent nature is highlighted, both in his actions and his Noble Skill, Independent Action.

Character Interactions

• Billy's interaction with his Master is minimal, reflecting his Independent Action skill.
• His relationship with other Servants is not explored in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo, a seemingly ordinary man, wakes up in a trashed classroom filled with zombies outside, indicating he's in a post-apocalyptic world.
• He discovers he's been transported to Changkong City during the Third Honkai and has a pay-to-win Fate Order Gacha System in his mind.
• The system offers him quests to escape the city, but it's clear the system is stingy and requires payment for most services.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Initially complacent and sarcastic, he becomes more serious and cautious when faced with the reality of his situation.
• Fate Order Gacha System: Revealed to be stingy and profit-driven, it offers minimal help without payment.

Significant Themes

• Survival: Yu Luo must navigate a post-apocalyptic world filled with zombies and find a way to survive.
• Greed and Stinginess: The system's profit-driven nature is a central theme, contrasting with Yu Luo's complaints about its stinginess.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and the Fate Order Gacha System: Their interactions are filled with sarcasm, complaints, and provocation, with the system often responding with indifference or coldness. Despite this, the system provides Yu Luo with quests and a summoning ticket, hinting at a possible change in attitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo, a student turned into a monster, encounters Kiana, a silver-haired girl fighting off monsters.
• Yu Luo is mistaken for a teacher by Kiana and they escape together from the infected city.
• Kiana reveals that the city is experiencing a Honkai outbreak, a natural phenomenon threatening humanity.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Initially panicked and cowardly, he becomes more resourceful and determined to survive.
• Kiana: Revealed to be naive and somewhat slow-witted, but brave and strong in combat.

Significant Themes

• Survival: Both characters are fighting to survive in a city overrun by monsters.
• Honkai: A mysterious force causing the outbreak, hinting at a larger threat to humanity.
• Gender Bias: Yu Luo questions if Honkai discriminates based on gender.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana: Despite their initial misunderstandings, they form a temporary alliance to escape the city.
• Yu Luo and the System: They bicker and argue, but the System provides useful information and insights.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo and Kiana are chased by a horde of Zombie Girls.
• They fight their way through, with Kiana using her pistols and Yu Luo using a brick as a weapon.
• Yu Luo uses the System's gacha function to slow down time, allowing him to escape.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo shows unexpected combat skills and resourcefulness, proving he's not just an "idiot teacher."
• Kiana demonstrates her combat prowess and concern for Yu Luo's safety.
• The System reveals its chuunibyou tendencies and manipulates Yu Luo's perception of time.

Significant Themes

• The importance of resourcefulness and adaptability in dire situations.
• The power of friendship and teamwork, as seen in Kiana's concern for Yu Luo.
• The System's manipulative and sometimes helpful nature.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana work together to fight off the Zombie Girls, showcasing their teamwork and mutual reliance.
• Yu Luo interacts with the System, revealing the System's chuunibyou tendencies and its willingness to help when Yu Luo has something to spend.
• Kiana and Yu Luo's banter continues, with Kiana showing concern for Yu Luo's safety despite their teasing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo performs two free Friendship Ten-Pulls, obtaining various 1-star and 2-star Noble Phantasm Cards, and an unwanted 1-star Archer Servant Card (Arash).
• He then obtains a 3-star Assassin Servant Card (Sasaki Kojiro) and a 2-star Archer Servant Card (Billy the Kid).
• Yu Luo uses Sasaki Kojiro's Heroic Spirit Card to transform and fight off the Zombie Girls, rescuing Kiana.
• They return to the classroom, and Kiana scolds Yu Luo for not using his full speed to escape Qianyu Academy.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Shows determination and resourcefulness in using his new Servants. However, he makes a strategic mistake due to his inexperience.
• Kiana: Demonstrates concern for Yu Luo's safety and expresses frustration at his oversight.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of Yu Luo's inexperience and hasty decisions.
• The power dynamics between Servants and Masters, and the limitations of Servant transformations.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and the System: They bicker and exchange banter, with the System often taking advantage of Yu Luo's naivety.
• Yu Luo and Kiana: Kiana expresses her frustration with Yu Luo's mistake, highlighting their teacher-student dynamic and her growing trust in him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo and Kiana take a break after their initial encounter with the Zombie Girls.
• Yu Luo goes to the supermarket to gather supplies while Kiana plans their escape route.
• Yu Luo successfully infiltrates the supermarket but is discovered by the Zombie Girls. He decides to eliminate them to cover his tracks.
• Kiana and Yu Luo discuss their escape plan, agreeing to leave through the path behind the mountain, passing by the dormitory building.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo demonstrates his stealth skills and adaptability, showing he's more capable than initially thought.
• Kiana displays her strategic thinking by planning their escape route.
• Both characters show signs of hunger and exhaustion, highlighting the harsh reality of their situation.

Significant Themes

• Survival and adaptability in a hostile environment.
• The importance of planning and strategy in overcoming challenges.
• The consequences of one's actions (Yu Luo's decision to eliminate the Zombie Girls to cover his tracks).

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana's dynamic shifts as they grow more comfortable with each other, with Kiana showing concern for Yu Luo's safety.
• Yu Luo's internal dialogue with the System reveals his resourcefulness and quick thinking.
• Yu Luo and Kiana's conversation about their escape plan shows their growing trust and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana and Yu Luo, after resting and preparing, set out to reach the dormitory building.
• They encounter and defeat various Zombie Girls, including a Penguin Girl and an Archer Girl.
• They are attacked by Berserker General Hoshina, a powerful Zombie Girl, who is difficult to defeat due to her armor and speed.
• They encounter Mei, the source of the Honkai phenomenon, who attacks them with powerful lightning strikes.
• Yu Luo transforms using Sasaki Kojiro's Heroic Spirit Card to dodge Mei's lightning attacks.

Character Developments

• Kiana shows bravery and determination in facing danger.
• Yu Luo demonstrates improved physical prowess and strategic thinking, using his Heroic Spirit Cards effectively.
• Mei, the final boss, is revealed to be the source of the Honkai phenomenon, displaying immense power and arrogance.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival in a dangerous world.
• The power of determination and adaptability in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The hidden sorrow behind Mei's madness and power.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Yu Luo work together to fight against the Zombie Girls and Mei.
• Kiana recognizes Mei as a senior from their school, showing a hint of familiarity.
• Yu Luo feels a mix of fear and confusion towards Mei, sensing her hidden sadness.
• Kiana and Yu Luo have a brief exchange about Yu Luo's past, with Kiana doubting his previous stumbles.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mei, a powerful zombie girl, attacks Yu Luo and Kiana with a massive lightning strike.
• Yu Luo uses his preserved skill, Mind's Eye A (Fake), to evade the attack.
• Mei becomes unstable and leaves, her thunderclouds dissipating, revealing Yu Luo and Kiana unharmed.
• Kiana carries Yu Luo on her back to escape, and they find the path cleared due to Mei's attack.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Shows his precognitive abilities and uses a ruse to explain his powers to Kiana.
• Kiana: Demonstrates reliability and concern for Yu Luo's well-being, and accepts his explanation without question.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Mei's immense power brings destruction but also clears a path for Yu Luo and Kiana.
• Deception and truth: Yu Luo uses a false explanation to hide his true abilities from Kiana.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana: Yu Luo uses Kiana's naivety to his advantage, while Kiana shows loyalty and trust in him.
• Mei and Yu Luo/Kiana: Mei's actions, though harmful, inadvertently help Yu Luo and Kiana in their escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• After Mei's rampage, Yu Luo and Kiana leave Senba Academy. They find Changkong City overrun by zombie girls and decide to take the light rail tracks to avoid the city.
• They find a secluded apartment to rest for the night. Inside, they encounter a zombie girl wearing black-rimmed glasses, which can extend life when worn.
• Yu Luo and Kiana find BL novels in the apartment, which Kiana dismisses as boring. She expresses her preference for yuri (girl-girl relationships).

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: He becomes more accepting of their situation and less prone to complaining. He shows concern for Kiana's safety and well-being.
• Kiana: She demonstrates her combat skills and directional challenges. She also reveals her preference for yuri, causing Yu Luo to feel disheartened.

Significant Themes

• Survival: The duo must navigate a post-apocalyptic world filled with dangers.
• Prejudice and Acceptance: Yu Luo's initial disapproval of BL novels and Kiana's preference for yuri highlight their differing views on relationships and sexuality.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana: Their dynamic shifts from antagonistic to cooperative. They rely on each other for survival, leading to a growing camaraderie. Their differing views on relationships cause a moment of tension but ultimately lead to mutual understanding and acceptance.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo and Kiana argue over the bed, with Kiana eventually sharing it with Yu Luo.
• Both fall asleep due to exhaustion but wake up hungry.
• Yu Luo transforms into Billy the Kid to find food, leaving Kiana behind.
• He encounters Mei, who attempted suicide, and brings her back to the inn.

Character Developments

• Kiana: Shows stubbornness and concern for Yu Luo's safety.
• Yu Luo: Demonstrates kindness and impulsiveness, inviting Mei despite potential danger.
• Mei: Initially portrayed as aggressive and powerful, later reveals vulnerability and despair.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between characters' appearances and true nature (Mei's transformation from aggressive to vulnerable).
• Yu Luo's impulsive kindness, leading to potential risks.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana: Bicker playfully, showing a teacher-student dynamic with mutual respect and concern.
• Yu Luo and Mei: Their interaction highlights Yu Luo's impulsive kindness and Mei's vulnerability, leading to an uncertain situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo brings an unconscious Mei Raiden to his room, worried about her safety after she attacked them earlier.
• Kiana and Yu Luo discuss Mei's condition; Kiana reveals that Mei is the Third Herrscher, the source of the current Honkai outbreak.
• Meanwhile, a battleship arrives in Changkong City, and Major Murata Himeko is called to deal with the Honkai outbreak, indicating the start of the war against Honkai.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo shows concern and empathy for Mei, despite knowing she's the source of the Honkai.
• Kiana reveals her desire to help Mei and her family motto, but Yu Luo accuses her of having impure intentions.
• Murata Himeko is shown to be on vacation but quickly responds to the Honkai outbreak, displaying her dedication to her duty.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Honkai and its sources (Herrschers).
• Empathy and understanding towards those affected by Honkai.
• The responsibility and dedication of those fighting against Honkai.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana discuss Mei's condition and her role as the Third Herrscher.
• Murata Himeko interacts with Theresa, the headmaster of the battleship, showing her commitment to her duty despite being on vacation.
• The upper-class guests at the rooftop dance party react to the arrival of the battleship, highlighting the contrast between their carefree lives and the impending danger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana and Mei Raiden share a bed, with Kiana dreaming inappropriately.
• Yu Luo keeps watch over Mei Raiden, recalling past memories.
• Yu Luo receives a system mission to leave Changkong City.
• Yu Luo attempts to draw cards from the gacha, initially receiving low-rarity items, but eventually obtaining a four-star Servant, Red Alter.
• Yu Luo wakes up to find Kiana and Mei Raiden together, with Mei Raiden apologizing for her past actions.
• Kiana reveals that Mei Raiden has made progress in controlling her Honkai form.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Shows determination in completing his missions and draws cards from the gacha, ultimately obtaining a four-star Servant. He also displays a playful side when teasing Mei Raiden.
• Mei Raiden: Overcomes her despair and decides to face her Honkai form, showing determination and resolve. She also cooks congee for Yu Luo as an apology.
• Kiana: Demonstrates a caring and protective side towards Mei Raiden, supporting her decision to face her Honkai form. She also shows a playful side when hitting Yu Luo for teasing Mei Raiden.

Significant Themes

• Overcoming past mistakes and moving forward (Mei Raiden's determination to face her Honkai form).
• Friendship and support (Kiana's support for Mei Raiden).
• Perseverance and determination (Yu Luo's persistence in drawing cards from the gacha).

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Mei Raiden: Kiana supports and protects Mei Raiden, while Mei Raiden apologizes to Yu Luo for her past actions and cooks for him as a sign of apology.
• Yu Luo and the System: Yu Luo interacts with the system, attempting to draw cards from the gacha and negotiating with the system for better drop rates.
• Yu Luo, Kiana, and Mei Raiden: Yu Luo teases Mei Raiden, leading to Kiana playfully hitting him. They all show determination and support for each other in facing their challenges.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mei Raiden, Kiana, and Yu Luo reach Changkong City's light rail station, finding it mostly clear of zombies.
• They encounter a group of zombie girls at the station's entrance, which they easily dispatch.
• Upon reaching the waiting hall, they find thousands of zombie girls packed together, creating a zombie tide.
• Yu Luo transforms into Billy the Kid to clear a path, using his Quick Draw A+ skill to take down multiple zombies at once.

Character Developments

• Mei Raiden feels guilty for the zombies' existence, as they were once people turned by the "her" inside her body.
• Kiana and Yu Luo continue to bicker, showing their contrasting personalities and attitudes.
• Mei Raiden acts as a mediator between Kiana and Yu Luo, showing maturity and patience.
• Yu Luo demonstrates his strategic thinking and combat prowess by transforming and clearing a path through the zombie tide.

Significant Themes

• Guilt and responsibility (Mei Raiden's feelings about the zombies)
• Contrasting personalities and interactions (Kiana and Yu Luo's bickering)
• Teamwork and strategy (Mei Raiden's mediation and Yu Luo's plan to clear the path)

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Mei Raiden show camaraderie and mutual support, with Mei comforting Kiana in the morning and now working together to fight zombies.
• Kiana and Yu Luo continue their playful banter, with Kiana mocking Yu Luo's cautiousness and Yu Luo retorting with Kiana's poor sense of direction.
• Mei Raiden acts as a mediator between Kiana and Yu Luo, showing understanding and patience towards both.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo, Kiana, and Mei Raiden fight their way through a horde of Zombie Girls to reach a security gate.
• They encounter a giant robot, Titan, which attacks them.
• Yu Luo transforms using his Heroic Spirit and Noble Phantasm cards to fight Titan.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo: Shows his power and determination by taking the lead in fighting Titan. He also displays a playful and somewhat perverted side earlier in the chapter.
• Kiana: Demonstrates her combat skills and quick thinking. She also shows a manipulative side by tricking Yu Luo to get close to Mei Raiden.
• Mei Raiden: Shows her swordsmanship skills and caring nature towards Kiana. She also reveals that her father might be connected to the company that created Titan.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Yu Luo's transformation and Titan's appearance highlight the theme of power and strength.
• Teamwork: The three characters work together to fight the Zombie Girls, showing the importance of teamwork.
• Manipulation and deceit: Kiana's actions towards Yu Luo show the theme of manipulation and deceit.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana: They have a playful, bantering relationship. Kiana often teases Yu Luo, and he responds in kind.
• Kiana and Mei Raiden: Kiana is affectionate towards Mei Raiden, often seeking her comfort and attention.
• Yu Luo and Mei Raiden: Yu Luo shows respect towards Mei Raiden, addressing her as 'Teacher'. Mei Raiden scolds Yu Luo for his inappropriate remarks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Luo faces a Titan robot and uses his transformations (Sasaki Kojiro and Billy the Kid) to defeat it.
• The trio encounters a squad of smaller, milky-white robots, which Kiana and Mei Raiden defeat.
• They are pursued by a fast-moving white robot with a young girl riding it, blocking their path.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo demonstrates his combat skills and strategic thinking, conserving his transformation energy.
• Kiana showcases her agility and marksmanship, while Mei Raiden displays her strength and swordsmanship.
• The mysterious girl on the white robot is introduced, displaying a cold demeanor and scanning the trio for Honkai signatures.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and trust between Yu Luo, Kiana, and Mei Raiden.
• The use of strategy and resource management (Yu Luo conserving transformation energy).
• The looming threat of Honkai and the mysterious organization behind the robots.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo, Kiana, and Mei Raiden work together to take down the robots, with Yu Luo providing support and encouragement.
• Kiana and Mei Raiden express concern for each other's safety during the battle.
• The mysterious girl on the white robot interacts with the trio, blocking their path and scanning them for Honkai signatures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kiana, Mei Raiden, and Yu Luo are cornered by Bronya, a young girl modified to control a mecha.
• Mei Raiden is almost possessed by the Third Herrscher but is saved by Yu Luo.
• A battle ensues between the trio and Bronya, but Bronya withdraws after assessing their combat power.
• Mei Raiden tries to chase Bronya but is persuaded to prioritize escaping the Honkai zone.

Character Developments

• Kiana: Shows defiance and impulsiveness, eager to fight Bronya.
• Mei Raiden: Feels guilt and sympathy for Bronya after nearly being possessed, wants to rescue her.
• Yu Luo: Becomes angry and determined to stop human modification after seeing Bronya's condition.

Significant Themes

• Human Modification: The ethical implications of modifying humans, especially children, are explored.
• Power and Innocence: The contrast between Bronya's innocent appearance and her powerful, modified state.
• Responsibility and Guilt: Mei Raiden feels responsible for almost causing harm and wants to make amends.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Yu Luo: They argue and banter, with Kiana dismissing Yu Luo's experience and Yu Luo provoking Kiana.
• Mei Raiden and Bronya: Mei Raiden feels sympathy for Bronya, wanting to save her from her modified state.
• Yu Luo and the System: Yu Luo argues with the System in his mind, showing his irritation with its comments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The trio, Mei Raiden, Kiana, and Yu Luo, continue their journey along the light rail tracks.
• They find an abandoned train and use it to travel, with Kiana attempting to drive it, despite not knowing how.
• The train leads them to a massive hangar filled with Titans, where they engage in a battle against robot squads.
• They discover that the hangar belongs to ME Corp, the same company that produces [Imouto Juice].

Character Developments

• Kiana's recklessness and impulsiveness are further highlighted, contrasting with Mei Raiden's seriousness and Yu Luo's practicality.
• Mei Raiden shows concern for her friends and frustration with their constant bickering.
• Yu Luo demonstrates his ability to adapt and learn new skills, like driving the light rail train.

Significant Themes

• The theme of friendship and teamwork is emphasized, as the trio works together to overcome challenges.
• The dangers of Honkai are hinted at, with the mention of living beings being infected.

Character Interactions

• Kiana and Yu Luo's banter continues, with Mei Raiden often exasperated by their behavior.
• Mei Raiden shows care and concern for Kiana and Yu Luo, scolding them when necessary.
• The trio works together to fight against the robot squads, showcasing their ability to coordinate in battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mei Raiden, Kiana, and Yu Luo arrive at the ME Corp building, where they find an express elevator leading them to Ryoma Raiden's office.
• They discover a hidden compartment in the office containing Ryoma's diary, which hints at a gift he left for Mei in the laboratory.
• Mei resists the temptation of the Third Herrscher's power, reaffirming her resolve to find her father without being controlled.

Character Developments

• Mei Raiden: Mei opens up about her past, revealing her longing for her father and her determination to find him. She also demonstrates her resolve in resisting the Third Herrscher's influence.
• Kiana: Kiana shows empathy and understanding towards Mei's situation, supporting her friend throughout the chapter. She also displays her energetic and adventurous nature.
• Yu Luo: Yu Luo exhibits his resourcefulness and quick thinking, helping the group find clues and navigate the ME Corp building. He also shows a protective side towards Mei and Kiana.

Significant Themes

• Family and belonging: The search for Mei's father highlights the importance of family and the lengths one would go to find a sense of belonging.
• Resilience and determination: Mei's resolve to find her father without succumbing to the Third Herrscher's power showcases her resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
• Friendship and support: Kiana's unwavering support for Mei emphasizes the power of friendship and the importance of having someone to lean on during difficult times.

Character Interactions

• Mei Raiden and Kiana: The two girls bond over their shared experiences of having irresponsible fathers, leading to a stronger friendship.
• Mei Raiden and Yu Luo: Mei and Yu Luo work together to find clues about Ryoma's whereabouts, with Yu Luo providing support and encouragement to Mei.
• Kiana and Yu Luo: Kiana and Yu Luo engage in playful banter, with Kiana often teasing Yu Luo, while Yu Luo tries to maintain his composure. Despite their differences, they form a cohesive team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The trio (Yu Luo, Kiana, and Mei Raiden) explore ME Corp's building, expecting enemies but finding none.
• They reach a laboratory filled with advanced weapons.
• Yu Luo finds and takes a futuristic katana, Raikiri, which has a blade of electric light.
• Kiana chooses a pair of electromagnetic hand cannons.
• Mei Raiden finds a katana left by her father, Plasma Shadow Show, which can freeze the Third Herrscher.
• They decide to search for the missing girl floor by floor.

Character Developments

• Yu Luo shows interest in futuristic weapons and displays a bit of arrogance.
• Kiana exhibits her straightforward and simple nature, focusing on finding the girl.
• Mei Raiden shows emotion upon finding her father's gift and composes herself quickly.

Significant Themes

• The allure of advanced technology and weapons.
• The bond between Mei Raiden and her father.
• The contrast between Yu Luo's intellect and Kiana's straightforwardness.

Character Interactions

• Yu Luo and Kiana have a playful rivalry, with each trying to outdo the other.
• Mei Raiden mediates between Yu Luo and Kiana when they argue.
• Kiana shows concern for Mei Raiden's well-being after she finds her father's gift.