At New York Comic Con on Saturday, Square Enix announced that it will publish five new manga series in English from its manga and book imprint in fall 2025 and winter 2026. The publisher also announced Soul Eater: Soul Art Encore! The art book is scheduled to be released in October 2025.
Read below for more details on the announcement, including cover art. Note: These titles will be published with English covers next year, so the art is not final.
Dragon Quest Eldrick’s Mark Vol.1 1 (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
Introducing a collector’s edition with full-color pages that perfectly recreates the popular classic video game series “Dragon Quest”! Many years have passed since the legendary hero Eldrick and his friends defeated the forces of evil. But after a century of peace and prosperity, the world is once again under threat. Now, Prince Ars, the heir of the hero Eldric, has decided to go on a journey with his guardians and friends to counter the rise of darkness!
Dragon Quest Eldric’s Mark Vol.1 1 (9781646094035 | $24.99 USD) is scheduled for release in September 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in December 2024. Click here for more information.
Grim Reaper’s Bride Volume 1. 1 (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
When the Grim Reaper appears before Ivy, a girl suffering from an incurable disease, he expects her to weep and beg for her life like the other humans he brought to the afterlife. But she just smiles and thanks him for coming to her. After a lifetime of suffering, with only seven days left to live, will Ivy be able to finally find happiness in the arms of the Grim Reaper?
Grim Reaper’s Bride Volume 1. 1 (9781646094004 | $12.99 USD) is scheduled for release in September 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in December 2024. Click here for more information.
Exquisite Blood Gedo no Onmyoji Volume 1. 1 (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
In an era when only a thin line existed between the human and supernatural realms, demons stole ten powerful artifacts known as the Sacred Relics from the human empire. The Emperor orders the Onmyoji who serve and protect the Empire to recover the holy relics at any cost. Among them is the talented rebel Fujiki, who sets out with his friends in search of the first relic.
Exquisite Blood Gedo no Onmyoji Volume 1. 1 (9781646094097 | $12.99 USD) is scheduled for release in August 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in November 2024. Click here for more information.
Mechanical Buddy Universe (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
The heartwarming sci-fi novel that was a big hit is now available in one volume! An android who has completed his original mission. A baby abandoned in a war-torn city. In this futuristic dystopia, the two meet on a rainy day. In this way, machines and humans become mother and child…
Mechanical Buddy Universe (9781646094141 | $14.99 USD) is scheduled for release in September 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in December 2024. Click here for more information.
Mechanical Buddy Universe 1.0 Vol. 1 (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
A thrilling sequel series to “Mechanical Buddy Universe”! A mercenary android and his adopted son. A young sniper and his AI partner. A veteran and her trusty mech. A human maid and a robot master. These four pairs may have found their own peace after the end of World War I, but threats continue to lurk around every corner…
Mechanical Buddy Universe 1.0 Vol. 1 (9781646094158 | $14.99 USD) is scheduled for release in January 2026 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in April 2025. Click here for more information.
Holo Earth Chronicle Side:E Yamato Fantasia Vol. 1 (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
Introducing your favorite Hololive VTubers like you’ve never seen them before! In an alternate reality just a short distance away from our world, partners Fubuki Shirakami and Mio Ogami meet humans and mythical creatures. We will protect the peace of Yamato, a land that coexists in harmony. Whether they’re playing video games, exploring a haunted house, or cleansing the corrupting force known as the Infamy, this fox and wolf duo always carry out their duties with a smile on their faces. i am ready.
Holo Earth Chronicle Side:E Yamato Fantasia Vol. 1 (9781646092765 | $14.99 USD) is scheduled for release in August 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in November 2024. Click here for more information.
Soul Eater Soul Art Encore! Art book (English version)
(Square Enix manga & books)
Created to commemorate Soul Eater’s 20th anniversary, this gorgeous hardcover book features over 200 of Soul Eater and Soul Eater Knot’s finest full-color illustrations by Atsushi Okubo. In addition to the content of previous Soul Eater art books, this three-way Collector’s Edition includes new illustrations and cover art drawn specifically for this release. A must-have addition to any fan’s shelf.
Soul Eater Soul Art Encore! Art Book (9781646094189 | $39.99 USD) is scheduled for release in October 2025 and will be available for pre-order at Penguin Random House and other major bookstores in January 2025. Click here for more information.
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