Overview
- Masahiro Anbe, the creator of Squid Girl, has unveiled his upcoming series, Akuma de Fukei, set to debut in 2025.
- This new title chronicles the adventures of a demon policewoman, intertwining romance and comedy with a human officer.
- The inaugural volume is slated for release on June 6, 2025, with an English edition likely to follow.
Masahiro Anbe, known for his beloved manga Squid Girl, has exciting news for fans: he is launching a new series titled Akuma de Fukei (translated as “Demon Policewoman”). This anticipated first volume is scheduled for release by Kodansha’s Young Magazine KC Special on June 6, 2025, and the title is already generating buzz on the Rakuten platform.
The announcement was initially made by Anbe on December 6, 2023, through his account on X (formerly known as Twitter), where details were scarce at the time. However, the recent listing on Rakuten has shed light on the series, revealing its title and providing insight into the plot and characters.
Exploring Masahiro Anbe’s Works
The Dedication of a Mangaka
Masahiro Anbe has already established a solid reputation in the manga industry with two significant works. The iconic Squid Girl, which ran in Weekly Shōnen Champion from 2007 until its completion in February 2016, remains a highlight of his career. The series, which spawned two successful anime seasons aired in 2010 and 2011, is still accessible for streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll and HIDIVE.
Another notable series by Anbe is Atsumare! Fushigi Kenkyū-bu (Assemble! Mystery Research Club), first published in September 2016, shortly after the conclusion of Squid Girl. It finished its run in July 2024, but unlike some of his other works, it currently lacks an anime adaptation. Now, with less than a year since his last series wrapped up, Anbe is returning to the fold with Akuma de Fukei.
Introducing Akuma de Fukei
The Story of a Demon Policewoman
The details provided through Rakuten paint an intriguing picture of Akuma de Fukei, described as a comedic, romantic tale featuring a devilish policewoman. Here is the translated synopsis:
The creator of Squid Girl and Atsumare! Fushigi Kenkyū-bu takes on the challenge of an everyday romantic comedy with a devilish policewoman that will make anyone swoon! Eclair, a demon, comes all the way from the demon world to a police box in a country town in search of an evil man who is suitable to be her servant. She is attracted to Daichi Kuwabara, a police officer with a bad guy’s face. Eclair wants to get rid of Daichi and Daichi wants to drive Eclair back to the demon world…but Daichi can’t leave Eclair alone because she cannot be trusted to be on her own.
This synopsis is accompanied by an eye-catching illustration featuring the main characters, Eclair and Daichi, donned in their police uniforms, with Eclair’s distinctly visible demon tail making a captivating impression.
While the first volume is set for release in Japan on June 6, 2025, the likelihood of an English translation is promising, especially considering that Kodansha has already secured the rights. The volume will contain 192 pages and be priced at 792 yen (approximately $5 USD).
Akuma de Fukei is anticipated to bring a fresh blend of humor and romance to the manga landscape, making its debut on June 6, 2025.
Meanwhile, catch up on Squid Girl streaming now on Crunchyroll.
Sources: Rakuten, AnimeNewsNetwork
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