Shogakukan 's Monthly CoroCoro
Comic magazine announced that renowned artist Yūki
Imada will launch a new manga titled "Sonic to Yūki no
Tsurugi" (Sonic and the Sword of Valor). The manga is scheduled
to premiere on June 13 (local time in Japan), which is
equivalent to June 13 at 5:00 PM (UTC+2) in Spain.
This new
work promises a mix of fantastic adventure and fast-paced action ,
following Sonic on a mission where courage will be as important as speed.
Yūki
Imada continues to expand the Sonic universe
This new
manga follows the conclusion of Shadow the Hedgehog , also
directed by Imada, which concluded on February 1, 2025 , and
whose single compiled volume was published on April 28. The
previous work focused on Shadow served as a perfect prelude to the current rise
of the character within the franchise.
An
unstoppable phenomenon in cinema and video games
The Sonic
franchise doesn't just dominate the manga world. The December 2024 Sonic the
Hedgehog 3 movie swept the box office by grossing over $60
million in its opening weekend in the US alone, and has already
surpassed $420 million worldwide . This makes the film the
most successful installment in the series, surpassing its predecessor, Sonic
the Hedgehog 2 .
Additionally,
the Sonic X Shadow Generations video game debuted in October
2024 for next-gen consoles and PC, offering an enhanced experience
with classic levels and an original campaign starring Shadow ,
which has been well received by both players and critics.
A sword,
a legend… and a lot of speed
With
" Sonic and the Sword of Valor ," Yūki Imada seeks
to introduce a fresh take on the blue hedgehog's universe. While full plot
details are still unknown, the combination of fantasy elements, combat,
and Sonic's iconic fast-paced style promises a vibrant story that
could mark a turning point in the franchise.
Fans are
already counting the days for this premiere, which undoubtedly promises to
take Sonic to a whole new dimension .
