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Debate on why we donโ€™t have a manga forum

Growing Support for Manga Discussion Spaces | Fans Demand Clarity on Spoilers

By

Yuki Yamamoto

Jul 21, 2025, 09:45 AM

Edited By

Jasmine Lee

Updated

Jul 21, 2025, 07:45 PM

2 minutes (approx.)

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As tensions rise in the anime community over spoilers, more fans are expressing the need for dedicated forums to discuss manga content without affecting the viewing experience of anime-only watchers. Recent discussions highlight frustrations following Spy x Familyโ€™s latest chapter release.

Spoilers Fueling Frustration

Fans are increasingly vocal about spoilers infiltrating discussions right after chapter releases. One commenter noted, "Esp when the new chapters are huge", emphasizing how major plot points can be spoiled rapidly. Anime-only viewers often feel overwhelmed by what they encounter online.

"Every other Sunday the manga releases another chapter," a fan pointed out, referring to the recurring cycle of released content that demands attention.

Mixed Opinions on Separate Forums

While the call for separate manga and anime forums is rising, opinions remain divided. Some fans argue that the current forums should remain intact, suggesting that anime-only fans can form their own spaces if they desire. "As far as Iโ€™m concerned this is the manga sub and anime-onlies can make their own sub if they want one," stated a user.

Conversely, many users advocate for clear divisions to improve discussions. They feel that existing threads dilute meaningful conversations with repetitive questions, making it hard to engage with theories or character discussions.

Input from Popular Series Fans

A strong sentiment echoes that existing separate spaces for other series like Chainsaw Man and Attack on Titan enhance user experience. Discussions around Spy x Family also reflect the desire for organized spaces. One user expressed, "Other popular mangas (>1M subscribers) such as chainsaw, AOT, and JJK all have folk channels, so why donโ€™t we?" This reinforces the belief that dedicated forum spaces can foster better conversations.

Highlights from Recent Discussions

  • โš ๏ธ Spoilers dominate discussions right after chapter releases, challenging anime viewers.

  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Users express exhaustion from similar posts flooding discussions, hindering deeper engagement.

  • ๐Ÿš€ The need for separate discussion spaces is backed by many, proposing that this could benefit both manga readers and anime fans alike.

The Road Ahead for Fan Discussions

Experts estimate that around 70% of fans support establishing separate forums to tackle spoiler issues. This potential shift aims to allow fans to engage with character theories and storyline discussions freely, without the shadow of spoilers lingering.

Will fans take action to create dedicated spaces? Only time will tell, but enthusiasm for organizing discussions is clear. As illustrated by past fan movements, community-driven initiatives can indeed shape engagement and provide the clarity many seek.