In the latest issue of Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine, manga fans are treated to a brand new work by Ken Wakui. Titled “Astro Royale” (also known as “Negai no Astro”), this exciting series offers a refreshing option for readers to enjoy.
Wakui's signature art style, with a signature Yankee flair reminiscent of “Tokyo Revengers,” shines in the first chapter of “Astro Royale.” Fans of Wakui's previous works won't want to miss this latest offering.
“Astro Royale” takes the familiar yakuza setting and adds sci-fi elements, weaving a supernatural story around a powerful gang struggling with the aftermath of their leader's death.
With 12 adopted children vying for control, the gang faces chaos when Tokyo is hit by a meteor shower, giving the survivors new powers, including yakuza members .
As tensions rise and Japan reels from the meteor impact, the yakuza find themselves drawn into internal conflict. With the series just getting started, now is the perfect time to jump into action and find Wakui's vision. Fans can also rewatch Wakui's previous work, “Tokyo Revengers,” to get a feel for his storytelling abilities.
“New series from Ken Wakui, author of Shinjuku Swan and Tokyo Revengers!” Follow Hibaru Yotsurugi, son of the previous gang leader, as he navigates the chaos caused by a meteor strike and struggles for leadership within Asakusa's Yotsurugi Gang.
