VIZ Media had a deluge of announcements to make on X (formerly Twitter) earlier today, ranging from Alice in Borderland sequel Alice in Borderland Retry to a new Manga in Theory and Practice book from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure author Hirohiko Araki, this time focusing on how to create villains. There’s a mix of continuations, including the limited edition final volume of Rei Toma’s The King’s Beast manga, and spring 2026 digital exclusives like Omusuke Kobayashi’s Psych House . You'll also see the debut of print versions of titles that were previously just simulpubbed. Check out a roundup of a ton of stuff coming next year below. Alice in Borderland Retry by Haro Aso Description: The official sequel to the action-packed manga adapted into a hit Netflix show! Now with a baby on the way, Arisu has built a new life with the past behind him. However, Borderland isn’t done with him. Alice in Borderland Retry, by Haro Aso, releases Summer 2026. Daydream Darling by Sakisaka Description: From the best-selling creator of Ao Haru Ride comes a series about first love, courage, and the blurring of fantasy and reality. Sou feels like Iroha’s dream come true, until her secret surfaces. Daydream Darling, Vol. 1, by Io Sakisaka, releases Summer 2026. RELATED: Rooster Fighter Anime Releases Opening Video, English Dub Trailer The Marshal King by BOICHI Description: A two-fisted tale about desperadoes and the marshals who hunt them! High-octane adventure in the American Wild West as imagined by the genius illustrator Boichi, the artist of Dr. Stone and One Piece: Ace’s Story! The Marshal King, Vol. 1, releases Summer 2026. Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi by Shoichi Usui Synopsis: Kiyoshi Harai is the world’s strongest exorcist—and its most awkward one! Equally afraid of fighting demons and making new friends, can Kiyoshi ever reach his full potential? Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, Vol. 1, by Shoichi Usui, releases Summer 2026. RELATED: Skeleton Knight in Another World Audiobook and More Join Seven Seas Slate Psych House by Omusuke Kobayashi Synopsis: Kotone moves into a house of superpowered housemates who use their gifts to…cook, clean, and play?! From psychic tag to an iconic welcome party, she hones her teleportation along the way. Psych House, by Omusuke Kobayashi, releases Spring 2026. cocoon by Machiko Kyo Synopsis: Based on a true story. San and her friends are recruited as assistant nurses in WWII Okinawa. In cave hospitals of carnage and relentless loss, they endure as war strips away their innocence. cocoon, by Machiko Kyo, releases Summer 2026. Sakamoto Days: Assassin's Method Novel Original concept by Yuto Suzuki, written by Renka Misaki Synopsis: Enjoy more Sakamoto Days stories in this novel, which comes with a full-color, double-sided poster. Sakamoto Days: Assassin's Method, with original concept by Yuto Suzuki and written by Renka Misaki, releases Summer 2026. Shinobi Undercover Story by Ippon Takegushi, art by Santa Mitarashi Synopsis: Can awkward Yodaka keep his cover while rogue ninja assassins in the school are targeting klutzy Aoi? Shinobi Undercover, Vol. 1, with story by Ippon Takegushi and art by Santa Mitarashi, releases Summer 2026. Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains, Book by Hirohiko Araki Synopsis: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure creator Hirohiko Araki teaches you how to make a villain. This second book of art instruction includes editor commentary and more! Manga in Theory and Practice: How to Create Villains, by Hirohiko Araki, releases Summer 2026. Castle in the Sky Film Comic: All-in-One Edition by Studio Ghibli Synopsis: Originally published as a four-volume film comic, this release is now reformatted into a gorgeous hardcover edition for all Studio Ghibli fans. Castle in the Sky Film Comic: All-in-One Edition releases Summer 2026. Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata Paperback Edition by Studio Ghibli Synopsis: Coming soon in paperback! Gain rare insight into the leadership and design philosophies of former global president and CEO of Nintendo, Satoru Iwata. Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata, Nintendo's Legendary CEO, edited by Hobonichi, releases Summer 2026. Assassin's Creed Shadows: Tales of Iga by reguje Synopsis: The official prequel manga to the newest game in the Assassin's Creed series! Assassin's Creed Shadows: Tales of Iga, Vol. 1, by reguje, releases Summer 2026. Star Wars Visions: Tsukumo Story and art by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi Synopsis: Coming Summer 2026, an Imperial assassin droid hunts down Jedi Knight Nagi Tsukumo. A standalone story set after Order 66, Star Wars Visions: Tsukumo, with story and art by Eiichi Shimizu and Tomohiro Shimoguchi, the creators of the Ultraman manga sequel series. LYNX Written by Samuel Sattin, art by tokitokoro Synopsis: After climate disaster brings on a perpetual winter, detective Lynx Takuma must uncover the truth in one of Earth’s last livable cities. LYNX, Vol. 1, written by Samuel Sattin with art by tokitokoro, releases Summer 2026. The King's Beast Vol. 18 Limited Edition by Rei Toma Synopsis: Celebrate the conclusion of The King's Beast with this limited edition final volume! Includes an exclusive cover and a 32-page full-color illustration book. The King's Beast, Vol. 18, by Rei Toma, releases Summer 2026. Hima-Ten!, by Genki Ono Synopsis: Follow the romances of part-time house cleaner, full-time student, Iemori and high school CEO Himari in this romantic comedy. Hima-Ten!, Vol. 1, by Genki Ono, releases Summer 2026. Taika's Reason by Paru Itagaki Synopsis: A new series from the creator of BEASTARS! Due to a declining birth rate, pets are being transformed into humanoid members of society. But are they truly human? Or are humans truly animals? Taika's Reason, Vol. 1, by Paru Itagaki, releases Summer 2026. Champion of the Rose by Cat Aquino & Dominique Duran Synopsis: In a brutal tournament, Princess Rosa picks Rey, a trans swordsman, as her champion. Fighting for freedom, love, and revenge, he faces an arena where power is won in blood. Champion of the Rose, Vol. 1, by @cat_aquino @artominique, releases Summer 2026 Half Is More by Yoiko Fujimi Synopsis: Being mixed-race in Japan like Kazumi means facing daily trials of racism, microaggressions, and otherness. This is a journey of resilience, hope, and the search for coexistence. Half Is More, Vol. 1, by Yoiko Fujimi, releases Summer 2026. Moriarty the Patriot Vol. 20 by Hikaru Miyoshi Synopsis: Three years after Sherlock and Moriarty have returned from the Final Problem, MI6 has been assigned to gather intelligence on a new street drug! The story continues in Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 20, by Hikaru Miyoshi and based on the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, releases Summer 2026. I'm No Angel by Ai Yazawa Synopsis: A decade before Nana, Ai Yazawa wrote this breakthrough hit about the journey of love into adulthood. I'm No Angel, Vol. 1, by Ai Yazawa, releases Summer 2026. Source: VIZ Media on X (formerly Twitter)
