User of the faux expletive "Big Mutherfudger" and SJ Editor Urian Brown takes a look at this week's issue.
Cover
art by Boichi
Dr. Stone is on the cover! That usually means the manga is doing well in Japan, and I totally understand why—it's ridiculously entertaining. The art is also fantastic and a little more manly than the usual Weekly Shonen Jump fare. I'm on board the Dr. Stone train and I hope you are too!
Dr. Stone
story by Riichiro Inagaki, art by Boichi
Senku's going all in on his plan to create electricity using only the basic of materials. Naturally, it involves lightning and is very dangerous. Folks, do not try this at home! Even if your home is a village 3,700 years in the future after civilization has fallen. Find out if Senku brings the light or ends up burnt crisp!
One Piece
by Eiichiro Oda
Last time we checked on our heroes, they were heroically...running for their lives! And they still are! Big Mom's madder than heck, and she's definitely not going to take it. They ruined her wedding cake and now she's gonna ruin them! And everything else in her path. Can Sanji and Pudding bake a cake in time to quell her appetite for destruction?
Seraph of the End: Vampire Reign
story by Takaya Kagami, art by Yamato Yamamoto, storyboards by Daisuke Furuya
Another thrilling chapter of the best post-apocalyptic, science fiction, vampire-demon manga! The gears are turning and everything seems like it's all heading for a massive and game-changing showdown! But before all that, Ferid still has to be saved. Can they get past his guard and save him from his burning fate?
My Hero Academia
by Kohei Horikoshi
A very heroic chapter of My Hero Academia! Mirio's taking on Overhaul in a fight that will get your blood moving and your heart pounding! So far, when we've seen Overhaul fight, it's over in an instant and someone is dead. Like, in pieces with blood everywhere dead. But Mirio's no slouch! And more importantly, he's got something prove. Epic battle chapter, coming up!
The Promised Neverland
Kaiu Shirai, art by Posuka Demizu
The kids have made it all the way to the secret underground lair that Minerva has led them too. And they've found someone! Is it Minerva? Are the finally home free? Find out!
Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma
story by Yuto Tsukuda, art by Shun Saeki, contributor Yuki Morisaki
The next round of the shokugeki that will decide the fate of the culinary arts in Japan is about to start! And this chapter announces the competitors and the matchups! And I guarantee you'll be surprised by some of the matchups, I certainly was! You'll also get a small peek into the mindset of one of the manga's most intriguing characters.
Black Clover
by Yûki Tabata
In the last chapter, Asta unleashed a super powerful anti-magic attack that cleared the field of all magic! While it looked impressive and definitely put the kibosh on Mimosa's massive (and beautiful) attack, it took its toll on Asta. Now he's got to depend on his teammates while he recharges. But one of his teammates, the guy with the evil-looking mask, still doesn't understand there's no "I" in team! Can Asta convince him before their crystal is shattered?
Robot x Laserbeam
by Tadatoshi Fujimaki
Robo-kun's getting sweaty! Super sweaty and tired. If you've ever golfed 18 holes, you'll understand, it's actually quite exhausting. Especially when you're under intense pressure like our hero is. Talk about trial by fire! But Robo-kun's totally determined to succeed, no matter what it takes. He's come a long way from the guy who just sat there at karaoke! Go, Robo-kun!
We Never Learn
by Taishi Tsutsui
Ogata has "O-got-the" hots for Yuiga, but she doesn't realize it yet! I mean, they all kind of do, but she's really got it bad. And she's just had a steamy dream about kissing Yuiga, which is bothering her...a lot! Ogata can't figure out why a simple kiss is causing her so much stress. Perhaps a bit of research with her tutor can enlighten her...
Hunter x Hunter
by Yoshihiro Togashi
Kurapika's in a precarious position of having to teach some of the princes' guards how to use nen. And he's only got two weeks to do it! Plus, some of the guards already know nen, making the situation even more deadly! Looks like he's going to have to keep a very close eye on his class!
Rurouni Kenshin: The Hokkaido Arc
by Nobuhiro Watusuki
The triumphant return of Rurouni Kenshin! Without a doubt, Kenshin is one of Weekly Shonen Jump's most beloved characters. His polite demeanor and ferocious sword skills make him quite the paradox—a soft spoken beautiful man that if pushed too hard will come down on foes with fury of a demon. This combined with a very appealing character design won over the hearts of fans all over the world. And now he and the friends he made on his last adventure are off to Hokkaido in a brand new story! Enjoy!
Extras: Author Comments, Nihongo Lesson.
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