Oricon (Japanese research organization) released its weekly manga ranking for the week of 2024/08/19.

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Oricon Comic Ranking Summary

The top-selling manga this week is volume 41 of "My Hero Academia," maintaining its position at No.1 for the second consecutive week. The series, which has recently concluded its serialization, continues to generate buzz worldwide.

In 2nd place is volume 6 of "From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman." The popularity of this series is evident, as the latest installment also ranks highly in this week’s light novel rankings.

The 3rd spot goes to volume 18 of "Chainsaw Man," followed by volume 21 of "The Heroic Legend of Arslan" in 4th place and volume 18 of "WIND BREAKER" in 5th place.

1st place: My Hero Academia 41

All Might, can you see? The will you entrusted is fading away. The OFA, which has been passed down continuously from Yoichi, is decaying due to Tomura, who has acquired my "Quirk." That boy cannot save Tomura. Because he is an endlessly deep mass of hatred and a bringer of destruction to everything.

2nd place: From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman 6

"I’m the disciple of the strongest swordsman and magician, so I’m more fortunate than anyone else. No matter what happens, I can’t afford to lose…!!" Beryl, Fissel, and Cluny set out to rescue the captured Muir, pursuing the fleeing Bishop of the Sfen Church and the Church Knights! Fissel faces off against Uro, the wielder of "Miracles." Despite Uro’s overwhelming magic power, Fissel struggles in the fierce battle. The clash between Cluny and Robari, and the swordfight between Beryl, who wields the "Sword of Xeno Greyble," and the "Knight Hunter" Spur, will determine the outcome!!

3rd place: Chainsaw Man 18

Denji and Nayuta are cornered by a mob turned violent and led by Barem. Nayuta stands alone to protect the critically injured Denji, but...? As the Public Safety's brutal plan progresses, Asa and Kiga launch an assault on the Tokyo Devil Detention Center, which is under extreme security, to save Chainsaw Man!

4th place: The Heroic Legend of Arslan 21

Young Prince Arslan of the mighty kingdom of Pars faces a turning point when the seemingly eternal glory of his nation comes to an end. Everything changes in that moment of destiny! The latest installment of the world's greatest historical fantasy, brought to life by the unparalleled duo of Hiromu Arakawa and Yoshiki Tanaka!

After his decisive victory at the fateful Battle of Atropatene, Crown Prince Arslan entrusts his army to his loyal vassals and sets out for the royal capital alongside Daryun and his companions. Meanwhile, within the capital held by Hilmes, a bitter siege continues as they fight against Andragoras' forces. As Andragoras approaches Hilmes to reveal the true royal bloodline, Arslan reunites with Queen Tahamine and finally learns the truth of his birth. Will this young prince, tossed about by the turmoil of royal blood, continue down the path to become the true king? A turbulent battle for the throne awaits!

5nd place: WIND BREAKER 18

Endo’s deadly fangs strike! The battle that will decide fate begins!! With the hopes of his comrades on his shoulders, Sakura faces off against Endo in a decisive showdown. As the full-scale war against the former Bofurin reaches its final stages, a sudden proposal from Endo reveals his “true objective.” What will be the outcome of this fierce clash between fists raised to protect and fists driven by pure desire? The Kunikuzu Great Fire Arc reaches its climax!

Oricon Weekly Manga Sales Ranking

Ranking / Estimated number of copies sold / Estimated cumulative sales volume / Title / Author

1 205,307 397,997 My Hero Academia 41 Kohei Horikoshi
2 99,896 99,896 From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman 6 (Story) Shigeru Sagasaki, Tetsuhiro Nabeshima / (Art) Kazuki Sato
3 78,910 150,107 Chainsaw Man 18 Tatsuki Fujimoto
4 69,255 69,255 The Heroic Legend of Arslan 21 (Art) Hiromu Arakawa / (Story) Yoshiki Tanaka
5 56,759 56,759 WIND BREAKER 18 Satoru Nii
6 50,055 50,055 In the Clear Moonlit Dusk 8 Mika Yamamori
7 43,854 43,854 Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun 16 Izumi Tsubaki
8 39,194 39,194 "Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian 5" (Art) Saho Tenamachi / (Story) SunSunSun / (Character Design) Momoko
9 39,150 74,509 SAKAMOTO DAYS 18 Yuto Suzuki
10 37,804 69,488 Blue Box 16 Kouji Miura

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