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Splatoon Raiders Manga Launches July 15

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Exciting news for Splatoon fans: the July issue of CoroCoro Comics has confirmed that Splatoon Raiders — Nintendo’s upcoming single-player spinoff — will receive its own manga adaptation. The new manga will debut in the magazine’s next issue on July 15, and will be created by Sankichi Hinodeya, the artist and writer best known for the Splatoon and Splatoon 3: Splatlands manga. Below we break down everything known so far, why this matters for the franchise, and what fans should watch for when the manga arrives. Image via Nintendo © Nintendo What we know so far about the Splatoon Raiders manga The CoroCoro Comics July issue revealed that Sankichi Hinodeya will write and draw the Splatoon Raiders manga, with the first chapter appearing in the magazine issue on July 15. Hinodeya is already familiar to Splatoon readers — they authored the Splatoon manga that briefly paused in November 2021 and later returned in September 2022 under the title Splatoon 3: Splatlan...
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Cat's Eye Episodes 7-12 Review

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The back half of the Cat's Eye remake shifts the franchise from lighthearted capers to a darker, more serialized tone as Hitomi and her sisters face the Cranaff Syndicate while trying to recover their missing father's paintings. Despite the attempt to raise stakes and deepen mysteries, the season struggles with pacing, characterization, and a repeated reliance on contrivances that undercut tension. Below I break down what worked, what didn't, and why this modern take on a classic franchise feels more safe than daring. Cat's Eye remake — episodes 7–12 cover the Cranaff Syndicate arc. Synopsis Recap: From Heists to High Stakes The Cat's Eye trio—Hitomi, Ai, and Rui—continue their quest to steal back paintings stolen from their missing father. Their activities attract the attention of the Cranaff Syndicate, an organization intent on monetizing the art through illicit means. The Syndicate brings more resources and a willingness to use violen...
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Princess Ai 20th Anniversary Manga Collection Kickstarter

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Fans of cult manga and early-2000s pop-culture crossovers have reason to celebrate: 247 Comics is preparing a Kickstarter to publish a Princess Ai: 20th Anniversary Collection — a deluxe edition that promises the original trilogy, "rare vault material," and a slate of extras aimed at collectors and newcomers alike. While an exact launch date has not been announced, the campaign's Kickstarter page teases a lovingly curated package that revisits Misaho Kujiradou’s iconic series and its famous creative collaborators. Image via Princess Ai: 20th Anniversary Collection's Kickstarter page © 2006 TOKYOPOP Inc. & Kitty Radio, Inc. What the Princess Ai 20th Anniversary Collection Promises The Kickstarter listing describes the anniversary edition as a comprehensive revisit to the story of Ai — “lost in the neon streets of Shinjuku with only a heart-shaped box, a hypnotic voice, and fragments of a destiny she could not yet understand.” While 247 ...
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Hell's Paradise S2E8 Review

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Hell's Paradise Season 2, Episode 8 delivers breathtaking visuals and meaningful character touches, but ultimately feels like a deliberate pause in momentum — an episode that sets up a major second-phase clash while leaning on emotional backstory to keep viewers invested. The installment balances spectacle with quieter character beats, especially around Tamiya and the tragic pair Ju Fa and Tao Fa, but its pacing may frustrate those hoping for a decisive resolution to the current fight. ©YUJI KAKU/SHUEISHA, TWIN ENGINE, MAPPA Episode Overview: Spectacle Versus Momentum This episode mostly serves as connective tissue. The high-octane confrontation pauses long enough for the series to deepen character motivations and reframe the stakes: the heroes finally gain the upper hand, but the episode stops short of finishing the confrontation, instead setting up a second phase to the boss fight. For viewers expecting clear-cut progress, this can feel like a ...
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The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King — Episodes 9-10 Review

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The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King continues to surprise — not always in the best ways, but often in ways that keep you watching. Episodes 9 and 10 push the show beyond its established comfort zone: there’s a hot spring moment, awkward continuity choices, and some genuine attempts at character growth for Sera and Veor. In this review I break down the highs and lows of both episodes, examine how the series handles humor and worldbuilding, and explain why episode 10 ultimately feels like the stronger installment. ©KOTOBA NORIAKI, KODANSHA/'THE WARRIOR PRINCESS AND THE BARBARIC KING' Production Committee Episodes 9–10: A Brief Overview Episodes 9 and 10 attempt to do two things at once: deepen the central romance between Sera and Veor, and expand the scope of the world beyond Sera’s Illdoran-centric worldview. Episode 9 leans more into the protagonist’s internal conflict—her loyalty to Illdora versus the pull she feels toward a future with Veor—whil...
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Manga: A Gentle Noble's Vacation Guide

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A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation Review — Cozy Quest or Forgettable Fantasy? Transported nobles, sleepy quests, and mismatched duos: A Gentle Noble's Vacation Recommendation promises a light, whimsical take on the fantasy-adventure formula. The series follows Lizel, a duke mysteriously teleported to an unfamiliar kingdom, who adopts the life of an adventurer as part of a self-styled vacation. Paired with the stony mercenary Gil, the pair drift from quest to quest in a show that trades high stakes for a meandering, episodic charm. Below, we break down the anime’s strengths and weaknesses across story, characters, sound, and visuals to determine whether it’s worth adding to your watchlist. Lizel and Gil set out on what they call a vacation — but is it an adventure worth remembering? Overview: Premise and Tone The premise is simple: Lizel, a pampered duke displaced from his homeland, elects to become an adventurer in a foreign kingdom. This setup creates a...
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Kikori Morino's "Shōkan Skill" Manga Ends

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Fans of cozy isekai and fluffy magical companions have reason to celebrate — the manga adaptation of Yuuki Enaga’s light novel series I've Inherited Summoning Skills, So I’m Going to Try to Master Them! ~Enjoying Life in Another World with Fluffy Magical Creatures~ has reached its final chapter. Serialized on the Comic Growl platform, the manga’s conclusion closes a charming arc that blended gentle fantasy, creature-focused worldbuilding, and slice-of-life warmth. Below we break down the end of the run, the release timeline, the creative team behind the adaptation, and where readers can find the series. Image via Amazon © Yuuki Enaga, Kikori Morino What the Finale Means for the Series The manga adaptation, illustrated by Kikori Morino, wrapped up its final chapter in two parts on Comic Growl, concluding the serialized story arc and giving readers a satisfying close to the protagonist’s journey mastering summoning magic and bonding with fluffy magical cr...
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