GALAXIAS Stuns the Manga Industry: A Rising Star with an Unprecedented Debut
GALAXIAS Volume 2 Set for February 17 Release
The second volume of GALAXIAS, currently serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine, is slated for release on February 17, featuring a 192-page continuation of this captivating fantasy tale.
A Fantasy Rooted in Loss and Connection
GALAXIAS tells the story of a boy whose family was taken by a colossal dragon. His life takes a surprising turn when he encounters a dragon girl, setting the stage for an extraordinary fantasy adventure.
An Artist with a Unique Background
The series’ creator, Ao Hatesaka, boasts an exceptional background. Before debuting as a manga artist, Hatesaka worked under the name omao, collaborating with renowned artists like Ayase (MIKUNOYOASOBI) and Ado (DIGNITY), where they designed album covers and music videos.
A Record-Breaking Debut
Hatesaka’s journey to Weekly Shonen Magazine began with their victory in the 108th Newcomer Manga Award in 2022, where GALAXIAS earned the highest score in the award’s 60-year history. The editorial team was astonished by the quality of the submission, awarding it the coveted Tokusen Prize, a rare accolade.
Praise from the Editorial Team
A magazine representative commented:
"It’s rare for a Tokusen Prize to be awarded, and this work not only achieved that but also set the highest score ever in our Newcomer Manga Awards. We were truly stunned. It’s a masterpiece on par with the first time we encountered works by Hiro Mashima (creator of EDEN ZERO, Fairy Tail, and RAVE). This is one of the best works in the past 30 years."
Source : ORICON NEWS