The manga of Akihiro Ononaka“Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete (Getting excited about magical girls)”, will continue the suspension that began in February of this yearThe editorial team of the work, which gained great popularity after its anime adaptation aired earlier this year, published a statement explaining the situation:

• «Dear readers, we are always grateful for your continued support of 'Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete'. The work is currently paused due to the illness of conductor Akihiro Ononaka, and we regret to inform you that this suspension will continue for some time while the author recovers.
• Ononaka-sensei's health is improving, but after discussion with the editorial team, we have decided that more time is needed to ensure he can return to work under optimal conditions. We apologize for the wait and ask for your patience as we await the series' return. We will inform you of the resumption date through the Storia Dash announcement page and the official X account (formerly Twitter). We appreciate your understanding and continued support of 'Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete'».

“Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete” caught the attention of many fans thanks to its original plot, which features Utena Hiiragi, a girl who receives the opportunity to transform into a magical girl. However, the offer turns out to be a trap, and Utena is recruited by an evil organization to fight against the magical girls she has always admired. Instead of feeling remorse, Utena finds pleasure in her new role as a villain, which adds a fascinating and dark dimension to the narrative.

The statement also highlights the demanding work of being a manga artist. Creating a manga series is an arduous process that requires constant dedication and significant effort. Artists must not only meet strict deadlines but also maintain high quality in their work, which can affect their physical and mental health.

Akihiro Ononaka's case is no exception, and his dedication to “Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete” has been evident throughout his career. Taking a break from the series is a necessary measure to ensure your well-being and allow you to return with the energy and creativity needed to continue offering quality work to your followers.

The fan community showed their support and understanding, wishing Ononaka a speedy and full recovery.

• «I'm relieved... We're really waiting, so please make a full recovery!».
• «Oh, I was wondering why there hadn't been any updates since February, but I found out you were sick. Please take care of yourself. We'll always be waiting.».
• «We will be waiting!».
• «A statement has finally been issued. At least we won't have to be anxious in the middle of each month. Take care, Ononaka-sensei.».
• «Wow? I hope you recover soon! Health comes first!».
• «I'm glad to have heard updates…».
• «I heard that being a mangaka or illustrator is a very hard job… Please take care of yourself.».
• «It's sad that the suspension continues. But I was worried about the lack of updates, so I'm relieved.».
• «Good news after all this time. The death or imprisonment of manga artists isn't that rare these days... I was thinking the worst.».
• «We will wait as long as necessary!».
• «Thanks for the heads up. I was worried, so I'm relieved to know he's recovering.».

Source: Otakomu