After the shocking ending of, the creator Gege Akutami is preparing to launch a new short manga entitled Murtō. Scheduled for debut in the weekly issue of Shonen Jump 40 on 8 September 2025, the series will present Akutami as a writer and Yuji Iwasaki (Cipher Academy) as an illustrator. The first relationships suggest that it could be a short-term project, perhaps even a spin-off in Jjk universe.
With the expectations at the top, fans are already discussing what Akutami has to do differently this time. While Jujutsu Kaisen It was a global success, his ending designed criticism. To avoid repeating the past false steps, Akutami will have to evade three important pitfalls.
Development of superficial female characters
One of the noisier criticism of Jujutsu Kaisen It was his inconsistent treatment of female characters. Characters like Maki Zenin and Kasumi Miwa showed enormous potential but they were put aside while their arches gained momentum. Even Nobara Kugisaki, positioned as the protagonist, disappeared from the story without closure.
For MurtōAkutami must ensure that any central female character has coherent and impact arches that influence the main plot from start to finish. In a short -term series, There is no room for half -developed lateral stories.
A lack of a light and central bad
Jujutsu Kaisen More antagonists presented – Mahito, Kenjaku and Sukuna – who confused themselves on the real “final boss”. Fans claim that Kenjaku, with his centuries patterns, should have been explored more deeply instead of being abruptly overshadowed by Sukuna in the climax.
With MurtōAkutami should soon call a main antagonist. A light bad with well -developed motifs and background will give attention to the series and prevent readers from feeling lost in changing conflicts.
Avoid creating another “Gojo problem”
While he was loved, the overwhelming power and the charism of Gojo Satuu often obscured Yuji Itadori, the alleged protagonist of Jujutsu Kaisen. This imbalance made Yuji feel heard, with some readers who joke him Megumi felt more central in history.
In MurtōThe protagonist must shine. The support characters should improve – not eclipse – the journey of the main character. A balanced cast guarantees that the command remains the still emotional and narrative.
The return of Gege Wakuming is retired with Murtō It is one of the most anticipated manga events of 2025. Avoiding female arches in half a cooked, confusion of the villain and protagonist who obscure, can deliver a story that satisfies both Jjk Fans and new readers.
If performed well, Murtō It could demonstrate that Akutami is not only a wonderful wonder, but a narrator capable of evolving and learning from past criticism.
Sources: gamek
