Hunter x Hunter is going on hiatus once again, with Shueisha announcing that Yoshihiro Togashi's manga will return at a later date. The series only resumed serialization on June 29th, making the announcement a particularly short return for fans who have been patiently waiting for new chapters. But there is some good news alongside the hiatus: a fourth Hunter x Hunter stage play has been announced, this time adapting the beloved Chimera Ant Arc. The production will be split into two parts, with the first running from January to February 2027 and the second from July to August 2027 in Tokyo and Kyoto. The manga's 39th volume was also released in July, which has been the first new volume in 22 months and the series has now surpassed 100 million copies in circulation, including digital editions!

Marriage Toxin Season 2 Releases Promo and Poster!

The upcoming second season of Marriage Toxin is giving fans another look at what's ahead. The anime's staff released a new promotional video and key visual for the series on Tuesday, building anticipation for the return of Jōmyaku and Mizuki Yoda's unconventional romance-action story. While the announcement focuses on the newly released footage and artwork, it marks another step toward the second season as fans wait for more details about its release and what comes next for the series.

Watch promo here:

Detective Conan Is Turning Fans Into Detectives!

Detective Conan is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a mystery that puts the audience in the detective's seat. A new original anime special, The Misohitojima Murder Case, has been announced, and for the first time in the franchise, viewers will be encouraged to deduce the culprit themselves. The concept was created by director Yasuichirō Yamamoto, with frequent franchise writer Takahiro Ōkura handling the script. The announcement also revealed another major special, The Counterfeit Case of Ultra 30, the franchise's first new two-hour special in 10 years, which will air in Japan on September 25th! The story follows Conan and Heiji investigating a national threat involving counterfeit bills, taking them from the National Printing Bureau in Nagano to Osaka.

The Vermilion Mask Reveals October Premiere and Theme Song!

The upcoming The Vermilion Mask anime has released its main trailer, revealing that the series will premiere in Japan on October 10th and giving fans their first preview of its opening and ending themes. MAN WITH A MISSION will perform the opening song “Firestarter,” while yutori will perform the ending song “Koe.” The story follows Peru, an apprentice to legendary mask maker Gaston Roux, whose life changes after he is possessed by the powerful Mask of the Warrior God and accidentally kills both his friends and his master. Haunted by what he has done, Peru sets out to destroy Gaston's masks scattered throughout the world, facing new enemies and allies along the way as he searches for a way to atone for his past.

Watch trailer here:

SSS-Class Revival Hunter Anime Announced for January 2027!

The popular Korean webcomic SSS-Class Revival Hunter is officially making the jump to anime, with the adaptation scheduled to premiere in January 2027. Crunchyroll will stream the series across a wide range of regions, including North and South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and parts of Asia and the Middle East. The story follows Kim Gongja, an F-rank Hunter who spends his days envying the powerful Flame Emperor, until an unexpected encounter with the Sword Emperor gives him an incredibly rare S-rank ability, with one very unusual requirement: he has to die to activate it. The original webcomic debuted in December 2020 and has released more than 150 episodes, making this one of the larger Korean webcomic adaptations heading to anime.

Watch the teaser:

Recipe Of The Week!

Sanji’s Seafood Risotto

This week, we are diving into the high seas of One Piece! During the Baratie Arc, Sanji prepares a life-saving plate of steaming seafood risotto for the starving pirate Gin. Simple, comforting, and packed with savory umami, this dish is one of the most emotional meals in the entire series!

What You'll Need

Serves: 2 bowls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

1 cup Arborio rice (or short-grain white rice)
1/2 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, squid rings, and small octopus tentacles)
3 cups seafood or vegetable broth (kept warm)
1/2 cup dry white wine (or non-alcoholic cooking wine)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

🍙 Instructions

Prep the Seafood: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the mixed seafood and cook for 2–3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove the seafood from the pan and set aside on a plate.
Aromatics & Rice: In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 2 minutes until soft and fragrant. Add the rice and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.
Deglaze & Simmer: Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Stir until the liquid is almost entirely absorbed.
Add Broth Gradually: Add the warm broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue this process for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender with a slight bite (al dente) and creamy in texture.
Finish & Assemble: Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, grated Parmesan, and cooked seafood. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot immediately!

Villager Tip

Never pour cold or room-temperature seafood stock into your hot pan. Cold liquid drops the pan temperature instantly, shocks the rice grains, and prevents them from releasing their starches evenly, leaving you with chalky rice in a thin sauce instead of a silky, cohesive risotto. Keep your stock simmering on low heat in a small pot right next to your skillet, and ladle it in warm!

Until next week's recipe, villagers!