The 331st chapter of Yuu Watase’s Arata: The Legend (Arata Kangatari) manga, brought some significant news for fans. It was revealed that the manga is set to conclude in just four more chapters. This announcement comes after Arata: The Legend entered its final arc back in March of this year.
The manga made a comeback from a six-year hiatus, resuming serialization in May 2021, originally in Weekly Shonen Sunday before moving to Shogakukan’s Sunday Webry (Sunday Web Every) website in May 2022.
Fans of the series can rest assured that the author, Yuu Watase, has already hinted at her plans for the manga’s conclusion. She had shared on Twitter in December 2020 that she had a solid plan in place to wrap up the story.
Imagine yourself in a world where the past and present collide, where magical powers and incredible warriors dominate the world. Arata: The Legend takes you to a visually pleasing universe filled with epic battles, beautiful landscapes, and a cast of compelling characters that will leave you wanting more and more.
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About Arata: The Legend
Arata: The Legend, created by Yuu Watase, made its debut in 2008 on the pages of Shogakukan’s Weekly Shōnen Sunday magazine. The series has 24 volumes, and a Remaster edition was introduced in July 2013, currently consisting of 17 volumes as of 2023.
Viz Media acquired the license for the English release of the manga in North America. Also, a 12-episode anime adaptation, produced by Satelight and Korean studio JM Animation, was released and aired on TV Tokyo from April to July 2013.
The Plot
Every three decades, a princess from the respected Hime family is chosen to serve the Hayagami. But, an unexpected twist comes into play when records reveal the absence of any female births, except for one unlikely candidate, Arata, who is actually a 15-year-old boy.
Forced to act as the princess, Arata finds himself stuck in a deadly web of deceit and betrayal. When he witnesses the shocking murder of the current princess, Kokuri-hime, Arata’s life becomes a dangerous dance on the edge, as he is relentlessly pursued by the 12 Shinshou, the personal guard of the princess.
Framed for the murder, Arata must escape before he’s captured for a crime he didn’t commit, all while clearing his name in a ruthless Imperial Court where everyone wants him dead. What will he do now? Will he survive? Or will he face a tragic future?
If you’re searching for a story that combines shounen, adventure, and a touch of romance, then Arata Kangatari or Arata: The Legend is a perfect match for you. This manga has an intriguing concept where two boys, both named Arata but with different surnames and personalities, accidentally switch worlds.
Arata Kangatari shows how an adventure can be fast-paced and also have slower moments, with the introduction of new characters that constantly keep readers guessing: friend or foe? Will their loyalties remain strong till the end? While the plot may sometimes become predictable (overcoming the next enemy, for example), it remains an enjoyable journey.
The premise already lays down high expectations, and the manga delivers for the most part. You’ll be eager to discover how each character tackles the next obstacle. Readers are highly excited to witness the end of the series and finally gain closure after the long hiatus.
