Frieren: Beyond Journey's End manga spawns prequel novel
Discover the latest as Shogakukan unveils a novel adaptation of the renowned Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End manga series by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe on Wednesday, February 28, 2024.
On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Shogakukan announced the listing of a novel adaptation based on Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe’s manga series, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. The novel, titled Soso no Frieren Zenso, is set to be released in Japan on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Mei Hachimoku, known for works such as The Mimosa Confessions and The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbye light novels, has been chosen to write the adaptation.
This novel will act as a prequel to the Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End manga series, consisting of five short stories that were not featured in the original manga. The stories will revolve around characters such as Frieren, Stark, Lawine, Kanne, and Aura. The narrative will focus on Frieren's journey before setting out to "get to know people." Yamada will be overseeing the production of the novel to ensure its authenticity and coherence.
A prequel novel focusing on the central characters of the Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End manga series is set to be released.
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The prequel novel for the Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End manga series will center around the main characters of the story. Fans of the anime will recognize the characters featured in the novel, making it a must-read for anyone invested in the franchise. However, non-Japanese speaking fans will need to wait for the English and other language translations to be released before they can enjoy the novel.
The manga first debuted in Shogakukan’s Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine in April 2020 and went on a hiatus before resuming regular serialization in March 2023. As of now, the series is still ongoing. The upcoming 13th volume is set to be released in Japan on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Viz Media released the 10th volume in English most recently on February 20, 2024.
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The manga has sold over 17 million copies, with 7 million being sold after the anime was released. It has received numerous awards, such as the New Creator Prize at the 25th Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2021 and the 14th Manga Taisoho Award in 2021. Additionally, it was a nominee for Best Shonen Manga at Kodansha's 45th and 46th annual Manga Awards in 2021 and 2022.
The manga was selected by the American Library Association’s Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table as one of the top 10 Best Graphic Novels for Adults Reading List in 2022. The anime's Second Class Mage Exam arc began with the 17th episode on January 5, 2024, marking the beginning of the series' second cour.
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Editor's P/S:
As an article writer, I am excited about the upcoming release of the prequel novel for the popular manga series "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End." The novel promises to provide fans with a deeper understanding of the beloved characters and their journey before the events of the manga. The involvement of renowned author Mei Hachimoku, known for her poignant and heartwarming works, further elevates the anticipation for this prequel.
The five short stories featured in the novel will offer a glimpse into Frieren's life before she embarked on her quest to "get to know people." By exploring the backstories of characters like Stark, Lawine, Kanne, and Aura, the prequel will enrich the overall narrative and enhance the readers' appreciation for the main series. The inclusion of previously unpublished content is a tantalizing prospect for fans eager to delve further into this captivating world.
