Shonen Jump Issue 01/22/18

World's greatest password forgetter and SJ Editor Urian Brown takes a look at this week's issue. 

By Urian Brown January 22, 2018

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art by Shiro Usazaki 

Another JUMP START is upon us! And this one is a little different than the usual SJ fare, it's about acting! Many Shonen Jump stories involve a headstrong young lad who is determined to be the best at something, well, that's not the case with Act-Age at all! It's the story of a hard-luck actress who's got a dream to make it big!

Act-Age
story by Tatsuya Matsuki, art by Shiro Usazaki 

Being a famous actress or an actor is a dream millions of people all over the world have. While it's not impossible to achieve, it's ridiculously hard to make in the biz, no matter what country you're in. But Kei Yonagi's not like the other actresses, she has "super acting" powers. Her skills are off the chart, but that doesn't mean she'll make it. In fact, she may be too good at what she does. 

Act Age

The Promised Neverland
story by Kaiu Shirai, art by Posuka Demizu

In the last chapter, we were tantalizingly teased by a mysterious door involving Minerva. What's behind that door?! The suspense killed me for a week! Not literally, of course, figuratively, but now that the new chapter is out, we finally know! I won't spoil it, but I will say you'll be surprised! 

Robot x Laserbeam
by Tadatoshi Fujimaki 

Both Dorian and Robo-kun have been taking turns in the lead of this nail-biter of a golf match. But as they're getting further down the course, things are getting more intense as they're approaching the final few holes. As the pressure mounts, will one of them crack? More insane golf action coming your way! 

Robot Laser

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations
creator/supervisor Masashi Kishimoto, art by Mikio Ikemoto, script by Ukyo Kodachi

Scientific ninja tools have really taken the story in a new direction. The infusion of technology into the world that Kishimoto Sensei created years ago has made for some exciting storytelling and this chapter's a great example of that. Boruto and friends face off against a foe who's armed with some incredible tech. Looks like kunai might not cut it anymore! Go Boruto! 

Black Clover
by Yûki Tabata

Massive magical monster fight in this chapter! One so big and fun, it'll have you saying, "Oh, my God-zilla!" And more info about the secret member of the Black Bulls, the mysterious, but plainly named, Henry! This manga is full of super fun magic battles, but the one in this chapter is extra special! 

Black Clover

BOZEBEATS
by Ryoji Hirano

Tamaki Madoka's life has changed rather abruptly! He went from living in a cursed forest with a giant white wolf, to taking his first trip on an airplane! If you were raised by wolves, flying might be a little confusing to say the least! And when the flight gets rudely interrupted by a demon, all heck breaks loose! 

Dr. Stone
story by Riichiro Inagaki, art by Boichi

Finally some answers on why the world suddenly turned to stone one day! Well, not exact answers, but this chapter will shed some light on how the event when down. Plus, we get a good look at Senku's father, and he's almost as eccentric and hilarious (and smart) as his son. A very illuminating chapter of Dr. Stone coming up! 

Dr Stone

Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma
story by Yuto Tsukuda, art by Shun Saeki, contributor Yuki Morisaki

Erina's cooked up a delectable dessert that she's so confident in she asks her opponent Momo to taste it! Will Momo eat it? And if she does will she tell the truth about how much she likes it? And what will the judges say about her dish? Can she crush the cutie queen? All will be revealed! 

We Never Learn
by Taishi Tsutsui

Some of the other boys in Yuiga's school have finally noticed that he's surrounded by smart, beautiful women all the time that seem to adore him. And they want to know his secret! So they decide to spy on him and find out his technique. And in doing so, the learn something shocking! 

We Never Learn

My Hero Academia
by Kohei Horikoshi

Todoroki and classmates have beaten the kids! It wasn't easy and truly tested their mettle, but the battle was won not with brute force, but with fun! And now it's time to find out what Deku and the others have been up to as it's back to the regular grind of school. 

Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V
original concept by Kazuki Takahashi, production support by Studio Dice, story by Shin Yoshida, art by Naohito Miyoshi, duel compositing by Masahiro Hikokubo 

The true intention of G.O.D. is revealed in this chapter! Will G.O.D. help everyone? Or will G.O.D. damn all of mankind? One thing's for sure, Yuya's not giving up without a fight! And some serious dueling! Enjoy! 

Yu Gi Oh Arcv

Extras: Author Comments, Nihongo Lesson.

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by Urian Brown