Fans Delighted as Yen Press Licenses Manga and Light Novels for October!

So far, manga readers and fans have seen the launch and release of a series of new manga in 2021.  But the best has yet to come! With the latter half of the year approaching, readers are in for a lot of surprises.

Recently, Yen Press announced 7 new manga, 4 new light novels, and a TRPG set to be released in October 2021.

It is very much possible that more announcements would be made in the coming days. But for now, these are the titles of the seven new manga:

1. Reign of the Seven Spellblades

Created by Bokuto Uno and illustrated by Sakae Esuno, this magical fantasy manga follows the adventures of two students at the prestigious Kimberly Magic School. Oliver and Nanao must do everything to protect themselves from the clutches of an evil demon that resides inside the school.

Yen Press has already published a series of light novels of this franchise, and it was well-received by the fans. Will the manga fulfill everyone’s expectations as well? We will find out in October!

2. The Detective is Already Dead

Created by Nigozyu and illustrated by Mugiko, The Detective is Already Dead is about Kimihiko Kimizuka. The young protagonist was the assistant of a beautiful detective girl. Upon her death, Kimizuka must carry out her last wishes.

An anime based on the manga was already announced earlier.

3. Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? II

The sequel to the popular manga “Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?” by Fujino Omori, the story follows Bell as he is separated from the search party for finding Mikito’s friend. As he is lost in an unknown part of Orario, he surprisingly encounters the girl Mikito has been looking for.

An anime series has already aired previously and received a ton of positive reviews.

4. So I’m a Spider, So What? The Daily Lives of the Kumoku Sisters

Created by Okina Baba, the protagonist of the series is Kumoku, who is reincarnated as a spider in another world. But the complexity does not end here. Due to a skill called Parallel Minds, there are four of her living inside her head!

Despite the weird scenario already described, readers can expect this isekai fantasy manga to have a lighter comic side. We will have to find out how this one spreads its webs!

5. New York, New York 

This manga is about the secretly gay NYPD cop, Cain, who experiences a life-changing experience after finding the love of his life. In a society that has always looked down upon the LGBTQ community, Cain and his lover, Mel, must deal with the backlash and continue their journey forward.

This manga is quite different from others on the list and has a message for society. This manga is definitely one of the must-reads!

6. Never Open It: The Taboo Trilogy

This is Ken Niimura’s debut at Yen Press, and the Spanish-Japanese artist has decided to explore his Japanese roots in “Never Open It: The Taboo Trilogy.”  A collection of three folktales, the central theme, focuses on the taboo that persists in conservative Japanese society.

We will have to see if the stories break traditional barriers and answer some of the burning questions related to taboo in Japan.

7. The Abandoned Empress

This is the story of Aristia, who was all set to become the next Empress according to a prophecy. But later, when it is revealed that actually, another girl should be the Empress, our protagonist is trapped in a world of difficulties.

Will Aristia become the Empress? Or will her dreams be forever shattered? We will find out soon.

Yen Press also revealed in a tweet that they are all set to release “Konosuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!” TRPG.

This will be the first entry of Yen Press in the world of tabletop role-playing games. Fans have to wait till October to find out if the game is worth the money!

In addition to all these, the following 4 light novels have been confirmed by Yen Press:

1. I Kept Pressing the 100-Million Button and Came Out on Top

When Allen is given a chance to learn swordsman skills worth 100 million years of hard training through a button, he misuses the opportunity by clicking it again and again.

Will he become the greatest swordsman ever? Or will there be negative consequences? Readers will find out in October!

2.Orc Eroica

A successful Orc named Bash sets out on a different journey this time. Instead of getting into a battlefield, the protagonist wants to get laid!

Will the mighty orc’s dream finally come true? Fans have to read this romantic comedy to find out.

3. The Hero Laughs While Walking the Path of Vengeance a Second Time

This is a revenge story about a warrior named Kaito Utage. He is thought to be dead after getting double-crossed by his former allies. But in reality, he escapes and plans to exact revenge.

Will the mighty warrior get the last laugh? Fans have to wait till October to find out!

4. The Otherworlder, Exploring the Dungeon

The protagonist, Soya, lands in a mysterious and dangerous parallel universe after an accident. The story follows his adventures as he tries to figure out what is happening around him.

Will Soya ever reach his home? Or will he be forever trapped in this mysterious land? Readers will have to read this isekai, action-adventure light novel to reach the epic conclusion.

With so many mangas and light novels lined up, we will have to wait till October to find out which one creates the most buzz!

Source: Official Website

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