In a surprising twist, manga artist Wakui's latest work, Negai no Astro, has been canceled just one year after its launch. This announcement has generated buzz across multiple forums, with many fans expressing disappointment about the increasing trend of rapid cancellations in the manga world.
Fans are voicing their unease about the sustainability of new series in major publications like Jump. One forum user commented, "Most successful mangaka have one manga that's successful and nothing else that catches on. Wakui is probably one of those mangakas."
Wakui, known for his acclaimed series Tokyo Revengers, had garnered enthusiasm with Negai no Astro. However, many community members were not entirely surprised by the cancellation, pointing to the industry's growing challenge in maintaining reader engagement.
"Had some good designs. Sad to see itโs gone," noted one fan reflecting on the artistic merit of the series.
Fans have expressed a variety of emotions regarding the news:
Disappointment: "Iโm sad now and I really enjoyed reading that manga."
Understanding: Comments acknowledge the difficulties in sustaining new titles; a fan remarked, "I was really invested in it."
Concerns for Future Releases: Some fear for other series amid ongoing cancellations. "They canโt keep doing this to my goat," lamented another fan.
Interestingly, while the project has been axed, the English physical release of Negai no Astro will still go ahead, albeit only comprising six volumes of the original edition. Ongoing discussions indicate a keen interest from English-speaking fans, with one user questioning, "What will happen to the English release?"
๐ป The series had a brief run, demonstrating ongoing issues within the industry.
๐ Despite its cancellation, the English release remains on track, keeping some hope alive for fans.
๐ฌ "Damn" expresses the general sentiment of frustration over yet another cancellation in the industry.
As conversations continue on various forums, concerns about the future of new manga releases are increasing. With such quick cancellations becoming a norm, how will this shape the landscape for both creators and fans? Community sentiment remains strong, watching closely for any updates on Wakui's next steps.