A brand-new spinoff manga of the popular anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury titled Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury: Youth Frontier began serialization on May 23 via the online manga platform Comic NewType. The manga is illustrated by Hiro Hata with a scenario written by HISADAKE, based on the original concepts by Hajime Yatate and Yoshiyuki Tomino.

A Parallel Story Set in a Near-Future Japan

This new manga offers a parallel world take on the anime that aired in October 2022. Set in a near-future version of Kanagawa Prefecture, the story follows high school girls Suletta and Miorine as they cross paths in a uniquely reimagined world. The plot centers around their friendship and youthful adventures in an alternate setting.

A List to Fill, and a Journey to Begin

The story unfolds at Asticassia Technical High School in Kanagawa. When transfer student Suletta arrives, she unexpectedly meets Miorine, the daughter of a prestigious local family. Unsure about her future, Miorine is offered a curious suggestion by Suletta:
“Want to fill in a list of things we want to do—together?”
Thus begins a heartfelt youth story where the two girls and their companions embark on a journey to discover themselves and chase their dreams in a brand-new frontier.

From the Creators

Scenario by HISADAKE
“I’m HISADAKE, responsible for the scenario. I previously contributed to The Witch from Mercury as part of the creative unit Morion Air and assisted with world-building as an individual. With this project, I hope Suletta and her friends will experience many different landscapes in Japan. I’d be delighted if you enjoy it!”

Art by Hiro Hata
“I’m Hiro Hata, the manga artist. I truly enjoyed watching The Witch from Mercury, so I’m thrilled to reunite with Suletta and the others through this spinoff. I’ll pour my heart into the illustrations, and I hope you find joy in reading it!”

Source : ORICON NEWS