Kagurabachi: The Ultimate Anime Set to Steal the Throne from My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, and More!
Kagurabachi, a manga from Shueisha's JUMP NEXTWAVE project, has swiftly gained immense popularity, surpassing Oshi No Ko and Spy X Family Now, it aims to dethrone even My Hero Academia, solidifying its position as a rising star in the manga world
The manga Kagurabachi, part of Shueisha's JUMP NEXTWAVE project, has gained immense popularity since its announcement. Even before its official release, Takeru Hokazono's captivating artwork depicting the main character, Chihiro Rokuhira, has won over audiences. Fans have taken to social media to discuss Kagurabachi and speculate that it has the potential to surpass popular manga series like My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen. Remarkably, despite having only one chapter officially released, Hokazono's manga has already surpassed numerous top-rated titles in the 'Hottest' section of Mangaplus. With its current trajectory, it is highly likely that Kagurabachi will soon surpass My Hero Academia and other titles in popularity.
Kagurabachi dethroned Oshi No Ko, Spy X Family, now on its way to topple My Hero Academia according to MangaPlus' Hottest section
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Takeru Hokazono's manga, Kagurabachi, has taken the manga industry by storm. Rarely does a manga title display such immense dedication, and Hokazono's creation is no exception. Since its debut in Weekly Shonen Jump's #42 issue, the frenzy surrounding this Shonen manga has reached unprecedented levels.
Without a doubt, Kagurabachi has gained an astounding level of popularity, even with just a single chapter released. Many fans have already hailed Takeru-san's manga series as the next big thing in the Shonen genre, while others have drawn comparisons between the protagonist, Chihiro, and iconic characters like Zorro from One Piece and Tanjiro from Demon Slayer.
A panel from chapter 1 (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)
Furthermore, Kagurabachi's immense popularity is evident in the rankings of MangaPlus' Hottest section. Boasting a staggering 423,672 views, Takeru Hokazono's manga has already dethroned Oshi No Ko by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari, which garnered 392,559 views. It is worth noting that Shueisha's MangaPlus "Hottest" section serves as a gauge to gauge the fervor of manga enthusiasts.
The reason behind the manga's incredible popularity
With its growing popularity, it won't be long before Kagurabachi surpasses My Hero Academia, currently ranked 5th with 428,820 views (as of writing). Although catching up to Jujutsu Kaisen may seem challenging at the moment (with 626,718 views), it is not impossible considering the overwhelming response the manga series has received.
Takeru Hokazono's manga was selected as part of Shueisha's JUMP NEXTWAVE initiative, alongside two other titles, namely Mamayuyu and Two On Ice. While Two On Ice has yet to be released, Kagurabachi has already surpassed Mamayuyu in terms of popularity. So, what's the secret behind this astonishing craze for the manga?
Notably, the series encompasses all the elements that make a Shonen manga exceptional. It showcases captivating characters, a solid premise, a pleasing art style, and a captivating power system. However, above all else, fans were particularly drawn to Chihiro Rokuhira, the protagonist, finding him to be an intriguing character. Takeru Hokazono's talent as a mangaka was evident in the way he portrayed the protagonist.
Chihiro depicted in the manga (Image via Takeru Hokazono/Shueisha)
Many fans turned to social media to express their thoughts on Chihiro's resemblance to characters like Zoro from One Piece or Tanjiro from Demon Slayer. Some fans even playfully compared him to Guts from Berserk. As time went on, the manga became the subject of numerous memes that revolved around its protagonist, contributing to its rising popularity.
Furthermore, the first chapter made it evident that Takeru-san's manga has the potential to become one of Shueisha's flagship series, alongside Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia. The mangaka skillfully reimagined the concept of violence in a Shonen manga, guiding the protagonist on a path of revenge filled with bloodshed. It was only a matter of time before Kagurabachi climbed its way into the top ten of MangaPlus' Hottest section.
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