According to an official announcement from Shonen Jump+, it has been revealed that the popular manga "Mato Seihei no Slave," illustrated by Yohei Takemura, will be going on hiatus due to Takemura's health condition. He injured his right wrist in June, causing interference with his work.
The Journey of Arm Injury and Recovery
Takemura continued to work while wearing a brace to support his wrist. However, due to the significant impact of the pain and the effect on recovery, it was deemed necessary for him to take adequate rest. It is stated that full recovery of his wrist will take considerable time, leading to the decision for a temporary suspension of his work.
Resumption of the Series and Future Prospects
The editorial team has scheduled the resumption of the series for November 14, while emphasizing the priority of Takemura's health recovery. Moreover, future work pace will be carefully determined based on opinions from Takemura, original creator Takahiro, and medical professionals.
"Mato Seihei no Slave" is the story of seven women who battle monsters that appear in another world. The manga started serialization in January 2019, and its anime adaptation is also being broadcast both domestically and internationally.
Developments of the Original Work and Anime Version
The original work of "Mato Seihei no Slave" is by Takahiro, a writer recognized for "Akame ga Kill!" The English version is currently published by Yen Press. The anime series began airing in January 2024, with both the 1st and 2nd seasons already broadcast, and the 3rd season is in progress. HIDIVE handles the distribution of the anime, also offering an English dubbed version.
