Pumpkin Scissors manga series recommences serialization following a 4-year hiatus

On March 5, 2024, Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Magazine announced that the Pumpkin Scissors manga series would resume serialization on April 6, 2024. The series had been on hiatus since March 2020, making its return after almost four years.

Originally licensed by Del Rey, the series was later transferred to Kodansha. Currently, there are 23 volumes of the series in circulation, with the latest one being published in November 2019. Additionally, the Pumpkin Scissors manga series was adapted into an anime in October 2006, animated by Studio Gonzo and Studio AIC, featuring popular voice actors.

Pumpkin Scissors manga series to return in April 2024 after four years

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The Pumpkin Scissors manga series, written and illustrated by Iwanaga Ryoutarou, first debuted in 2002 in Kodansha's Magazine Great. Due to its increasing popularity and positive reception from fans, the series was later moved to Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Magazine in 2006.

Unfortunately, the Pumpkin Scissors manga series went on hiatus in March 2020 for reasons that were undisclosed. Many fans speculated that the author's health may have been a factor in halting the series. However, the good news is that after nearly four years, the series is set to make a comeback in April 2024.

Del Ray, a publishing company, released only 5 volumes of the manga series in English between November 2007 and August 2009 before discontinuing all activities related to it. Kodansha Comics USA took over the series and began digitally publishing it in 2016.

The Pumpkin Scissors manga series was adapted into an anime in October 2006 by Studio Gonzo and AIC (Anime International Company). Due to financial issues, Studio Gonzo merged with its parent company in April 2009 and has been inactive since 2020.

Synopsis of Pumpkin Scissors

The anime version of Pumpkin Scissors showcased a talented group of voice actors who remain popular even now. The primary characters in the series are Randal Oland, voiced by Miyake Kenta (known for his role as All Might in My Hero Academia), Alice L. Malvin, voiced by Shizuka Itou (recognized for her portrayal of Akeno in High School DxD), and Oreldo, voiced by Toriumi Kousuke (famous for his role as Silva Nozel in Black Clover).

Randal Oland as seen in the anime (Image via Studio Gonzo & AIC) - Pumpkin Scissors synopsis

Randal Oland as seen in the anime (Image via Studio Gonzo & AIC)

After a long war between the Royal Empire and the Republic of Frost, a girl named Alice L. Malvin leads a war relief unit called Pumpkin Scissors to help people. During her journey, she meets Randal Oland, a kind soldier haunted by his past. He joins Malvin's side hoping to start anew but gets infected by a blue lantern, granting him monstrous strength. Despite others being scared of him, Malvin continues to believe in him. Will Randal's kindness overcome his monstrous strength and aid Malvin on her journey?

The Pumpkin Scissors manga series will return on April 6, 2024.

Editor's P/S:

I am thrilled to hear that the Pumpkin Scissors manga series will be returning in April 2024. I have been a fan of the series since its debut in 2002, and I have been eagerly awaiting its return ever since it went on hiatus in 2020. The series' unique blend of action, adventure, and drama has always captivated me, and I am excited to see what the author has in store for us in the upcoming chapters.

I am also relieved to know that the author's health is no longer a factor in the hiatus. I have always admired Iwanaga Ryoutarou's dedication to his work, and I am glad that he is now able to continue the series without any major obstacles. I am confident that the upcoming chapters will be just as exciting and engaging as the previous ones, and I can't wait to see how the story unfolds.