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Besides the increasingly popular manga like One Piece, these 4 captivating titles were voted by fans as the most regrettable manga cancellations of 2021. Let's explore them together!
Recently, a reputable information source specializing in organizing manga/anime polls conducted a survey of 10,000 random viewers to identify the 4 manga deemed most regrettably concluded. Let's take a look!
Red Hood
Red Hood, created by Kawaguchi Yuuki, debuted on June 28, 2021, and abruptly concluded on November 8, 2021. Drawing inspiration from familiar fairy tales, Red Hood follows Velou, a boy determined to become a hunter after his village is attacked by wolves. Initially, Red Hood offered a very impressive experience with its captivating storytelling and the potential that this work could achieve.
However, after an impressive start, Red Hood gradually lost its momentum and audience interest. The story progressed too quickly, leaving many readers struggling to connect. Ultimately, Red Hood lost its identity and was sadly canceled. This could be said to be the manga that received the most regret from readers because the story itself had a lot of potential.
Honomieru Shounen - Phantom Seer
Debuting in August 2020 and concluding in April 2021, Phantom Seer by Matsuura Kento and Gotou Tougo is a supernatural manga featuring Riku, a high school girl who 'attracts' phantoms, and Iori, a high school boy with the power to exorcise phantoms. Initially receiving significant support due to its visually stunning artwork, Phantom Seer later introduced illogical elements and progressed too quickly, making the overall narrative confusing. Despite attempts to engage readers throughout its 32 chapters, Phantom Seer ultimately faced cancellation from Weekly Shonen Jump. While not universally acclaimed, Phantom Seer had a dedicated fan base, with some dubbing it the 'most infamous WSJ cancellation of 2021.'
I Tell C
I Tell C by Inaoka Kazusa had a relatively short lifespan. The manga began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in early February and concluded at the end of June 2021, spanning 24 chapters. Similar to Red Hood, I Tell C initially made a strong impression with a beautiful yet slightly eccentric female protagonist who harbors a peculiar love for serial killers. The creative storyline and characters somewhat contributed to I Tell C's allure, but they also posed challenges for the author, Inaoka Kazusa. As the story progressed, it became increasingly difficult to develop, losing its surprise factor for readers and quickly facing cancellation after only a few months. Many readers lamented that if only author Inaoka Kazusa had been more careful, we might have had another masterpiece on our hands!
The Misfit Of Demon King Academy
The Misfit Of Demon King Academy is a manga adaptation of the novel of the same name, debuting in July 2018 on the Manga Up website. Illustrated by Kayaharuka based on the story by Shu, the manga depicts the captivating tale of a reincarnated demon lord. However, after battling pancreatic cancer for two years, artist Kayaharuka passed away on July 6, 2021. Consequently, The Misfit Of Demon King Academy's fate remains uncertain and is likely to face cancellation unless another artist steps in. This is a regrettable conclusion as the allure of The Misfit Of Demon King Academy continues to grow.
Above are the top 4 enticing titles voted by fans as the most regrettable manga cancellations of 2021. Which series impressed you the most? Aside from the mentioned titles, are there any other manga cancellations in 2021 that left you feeling disappointed? Feel free to share your thoughts!
