the manga “The Elusive Samurai (Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi)” by Yusei Matsui received a request reprint of all sixteen volumes of compilation published to date. This move is a direct response to the surge in popularity the series has experienced thanks to its successful anime adaptation. It's not just a few volumes: the reprint covers all volumes published in Japan, which is proof of the huge increase in demand.

Since the anime's debut, which has already aired three episodes, the series has attracted the attention of a large audience, not just fans of the original manga.. The spectacular animation and character design done by the studios CloverWorks They have been instrumental in attracting new followers. This growing popularity has resulted in a notable increase in sales of the manga volumes, a phenomenon that author Yusei Matsui had never experienced to such an extent.

What is more, The series rose to the top of the MyAnimeList summer 2024 season (July-September) rankings, reaching sixth place with a community score of 8.02 points. This achievement further highlights the impact that the animated adaptation had on the success of the manga.

Fans in Japan shared their opinions on the success of the manga and its anime adaptation:

• «Yusei Matsui is a genius».
• «He was successful with his three works».
• «It's impressive that all three anime adaptations were successful. He's a great mangaka.».
• «Master Matsui is amazing. All his works become hits.».
• «I don't like that it wasn't talked about as much during its serialization, but now that it's been adapted into an anime, everyone is talking about it.».
• «Thanks to those who capture scenes on X (Twitter), the series has gained a lot of popularity.».
• «The character design and animation are very well done. I'm not surprised it's a hit.».
• «Although I haven't seen it, they say the series has a great visual impact.».
• «It seems that the series is catching the attention of not only manga fans, but also new viewers thanks to the anime.».
• «The plot and characters are very engaging. It's hard not to get hooked.».

With these comments and the great demand for his volumes, it is clear that “The Elusive Samurai” captured the public’s attention, consolidating Yusei Matsui as one of the most prominent authors in the manga and anime industry.

Source: Yaraon!