With the conclusion of My Hero Academia and JUJUTSU KAISEN in Weekly Shonen Jump, fans are left wondering what the future holds for the popular manga magazine. The departure of two major series begs the question: what comes next?
Shonen Jump has a history of being a tough market, with many series failing to gain traction. However, some titles like Undead Unluck and Sakamoto Days have managed to break through and even receive anime adaptations. But to reach the same level of success as Naruto or One Piece, a series must stand out even further.
While the magazine offers a diverse range of genres, battle manga tends to dominate the top spots. Series like Kagurabachi and Nue’s Exorcist have shown promise and garnered attention from industry veterans. Despite their success, it seems that Shonen Jump is still on the lookout for the next big hit.
In an effort to discover new talent, Shonen Jump recently announced the JUMP Next Generation Battle Manga Award. This competition, judged by creators behind popular series like BLEACH and My Hero Academia, is seeking fresh battle manga submissions. Whether the next Big Three contender will emerge from this competition remains to be seen.
The magazine is well aware of the need to introduce a new shonen hero to fill the void left by departing series. With the future uncertain, fans can only speculate on who will rise to the top and claim the coveted title of the next big thing in the world of Shonen Jump. As the competition heats up, all eyes are on the horizon for the next generation of manga superstars to emerge.
