Attack on Titan Celebrates 15th Anniversary With New Project Reveal

As a die-hard fan of Attack on Titan since the early days of its manga release, it’s nothing short of exhilarating to witness this titan of a series celebrate its 15th anniversary. The franchise has been an integral part of my life, providing endless hours of captivating storytelling, heart-wrenching moments, and unforgettable characters that continue to resonate with me even today.


To mark the 15th anniversary of Hajime Isayama’s “Attack on Titan” manga, which debuted in Kodansha’s “Bessatsu Shonen Magazine” in 2009, a new project has been unveiled to kick off grand celebrations. The series quickly gained immense popularity over the years, thanks in part to its successful anime adaptation that took it to unprecedented heights. After the anime concluded, saying goodbye to “Attack on Titan” was bittersweet for fans.

As Attack on Titan prepares to mark its 15-year milestone, it’s making a powerful comeback with a fresh initiative underway. To mark this special occasion, Kodansha has launched a popularity poll for the series in Japan, enabling fans to select their top chapter from the manga’s total of 139 instalments. The most popular chapters will be compiled into a unique Attack on Titan magazine, featuring additional specially chosen chapters related to the anniversary project. This commemorative magazine, graced with new cover art by series creator Hajime Isayama, is set for release in Japan on November 6th.

How Attack on Titan Is Celebrating 15 Years

A trend in popularity polls for manga might have caught the attention of manga enthusiasts given that several major franchises have concluded their runs lately. For instance, Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia ended its run with Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine after a ten-year serialization and has since launched a global popularity poll, where fans are casting votes to determine the true favorite character among them. The voting will continue until the end of this month.

Although this survey may not have the global popularity of “My Hero Academia”, there’s a possibility that this exclusive “Attack on Titan” magazine might become accessible internationally in the future, although it’s not certain. Regardless, it’s an enjoyable way to reminisce about everything the manga has accomplished thus far. With both the manga and anime series coming to an end, this will be one of the new methods for fans to express their appreciation for the series as a whole.

What’s Next for Attack on Titan?

Apart from this, “Attack on Titan” won’t limit its efforts for its milestone anniversary either. The popular series is set to return with a new movie titled “Attack on Titan: The Last Attack.” This movie will make its debut in Japan starting November 8th, and it serves as a compilation of the last two anime specials that concluded the series. With a runtime of 145 minutes, viewers can enjoy an alternative way to witness how the anime reached its climactic conclusion against Eren Yeager. However, a global release date hasn’t been announced yet.

As we kick off the 15th anniversary festivities for “Attack on Titan”, I can’t help but feel there are more thrilling surprises to come from this beloved franchise. Despite the satisfying conclusion of the original series, a part of me remains hopeful that it might continue in some form or another. However, if new projects don’t materialize, you can still immerse yourself in the epic tale by streaming the entire anime on Crunchyroll and Hulu.

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2024-09-10 02:39