The editorial department of Weekly Shonen Sunday has announced that the popular manga Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End will go on hiatus starting with the next issue. The decision was made to take the health of the manga’s creators, writer Kanehito Yamada and illustrator Tsukasa Abe, into consideration. The team plans to resume the series after adjusting the serialization pace and publication format.

In an official statement, the editorial department said, “Thank you for your continued support of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. After consulting with Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe regarding their health, we have decided to temporarily suspend the series while adjusting the serialization schedule and publication format so we can continue delivering the story at its best.” The statement continued, “Both creators remain dedicated to writing, and the editorial team will continue to support them. Details regarding the series’ return will be announced in future issues of Weekly Shonen Sunday. We appreciate your continued understanding and support.”

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is based on the manga of the same name, serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday since April 2020. The story is a “post-epic fantasy” that depicts what happens after the hero’s party defeats the Demon King. It follows the elf mage Frieren as she sets out on new journeys in a world without the hero, alongside her new companions.

Set in the unconventional timeline that begins after the Demon King’s defeat, the series weaves together deeply moving drama, memorable lines, intense battles with magic and swords, and touches of humor that bring warmth to the story. This unique blend has captivated a vast readership. The manga won the Manga Taisho 2021 Grand Prize, has sold over 30 million copies in total, and was adapted into a TV anime that aired from September 2023 to March 2024.

The first season concluded with Frieren, Fern, and Stark continuing their journey toward Aureole, the resting place of souls. The second season, premiering in January 2026, will adapt the story beginning from Chapter 61, featured in Volume 7 of the manga.

Source : ORICON NEWS