Romantic Killer’s Creator Is Releasing a New Series (& Sooner Than You Think)

As an observer with a background in comic book publishing and a keen eye for emerging talent, I find Momose Wataru to be an intriguing and refreshing voice in the manga industry. Their unique approach to storytelling, blending genres, and leaving room for interpretation has captivated readers, myself included.

The upcoming series, “Saneka’s Marriage,” with its quirky premise of a young boy and his pet tanuki, promises to be another fascinating addition to Momose’s repertoire. Given their previous works’ relatively short run times, I expect it to follow suit and provide us with another delightful slice-of-life story within the next year or so.

Momose’s writing style is reminiscent of a box of chocolates – you never know what you’re going to get, but it’s always delicious! While some readers might crave a more definitive ending, I appreciate the ambiguity that Momose leaves in their stories. It adds an element of mystery and allows the reader’s imagination to run wild, which is something I find quite appealing.

To sum it up, if you’re looking for a love story with a twist, Momose Wataru is your girl (or boy, as it were). And remember, just like their protagonist Anzu, we don’t always need a romantic partner to be happy – sometimes, all we need is a good comic book!

One of Netflix’s highly acclaimed romantic comedy anime series, “Romantic Killer,” captivated audiences by skillfully merging the typical features of shojo anime with an unexpected twist – it is actually a shonen series. The mangaka responsible for the original webcomic that inspired the anime, Momose Wataru, published the series on Shueisha’s “Shonen Jump+” platform in 2019 and quickly garnered attention, finishing first in the second-ever Shueisha Jump Vertical Scrolling Manga Awards. Interestingly, Momose is now set to start publishing their next work, a departure from the anti-romantic comedy that initially brought them recognition.

Starting from January 21, 2025, a new series titled “Saneka’s Marriage” (Saneka no Yomeiri) is set to premiere on Shonen Jump+. This upcoming production promises a blend of romance and comedy, taking place within an old-fashioned Japanese residence, where the main characters include a young boy and his pet tanuki (raccoon dog). At this moment, further details about the series duration or the key characters are not available.

In contrast to many manga published through Shonen Jump+, Momose’s works have typically been shorter in length. For instance, Romantic Killer ended after four volumes and a single year (from July 2019 to June 2020), while Me and My Gangster Neighbor, her second series, followed a similar pattern, being serialized for one year (October 2022 to October 2023) and consisting of four volumes. Considering this trend, it’s likely that Saneka’s Marriage, her latest work, will also run for approximately a year.

Momose Wataru’s Writing Style Makes For Great Bite-Sized Love Stories With Open Endings

In contrast to many romance series, Momose Wataru’s work like “Romantic Killer” keeps readers guessing by offering hints instead of a clear resolution. The protagonist, Anzu, portrays herself as an anti-hero and resists romantic entanglements, even when her magical ally Riri tries to steer her towards traditional romance tropes. Although the series may subtly suggest possible romantic pairings for Anzu, it leaves the final decision up to each reader’s interpretation, allowing for personal speculation until the story concludes.

In a shonen romance series featuring a female protagonist, it’s delightfully unconventional and invigorating to witness the main character standing strong in her conviction that she doesn’t necessitate a partner for fulfillment. Although there remains an opportunity for romantic development between Anzu and one of her potential partners later on, the narrative also offers the possibility that they could simply remain friends. This is a plausible outcome given the types of suitors Riri selects for Anzu, making it more relatable to real-life scenarios.

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2024-12-31 00:42