The manga Chained Soldier (Mato Seihei no Slave) went on an unexpected hiatus after illustrator Yohei Takemura faced health problems. The hiatus was announced by the artist himself on his social media account, stating that the manga would not be published on May 31st. However, fans can rest assured, as the series is confirmed to return on June 14, 2025 .
Sudden hiatus worries fans of the Chained Soldier series
Ultimately, the announcement of the hiatus caught many by surprise. However, it's important to remember that the author's health is a priority. Takemura thanked his readers for their support and apologized for the break, demonstrating concern for his loyal fanbase.
Chained Soldier is a manga written by Takahiro (author of Akame ga Kill Shonen Jump+ platform since January 2019 , currently totaling 18 volumes.
A supernatural plot full of action and submission
The story takes place in an alternate Japan, where portals to a dimension called Mato have mysteriously appeared. In this place, "peaches" grow that grant superpowers – but only to women. Amidst this, the young Yuuki Wakura ends up being saved by the powerful Kyouka Uzen , commander of the 7th unit of the Demon Defense Force, who demands that he become her slave in exchange for protection.
The manga's success guaranteed an anime adaptation. The first season is available on HIDIVE , while the second season is already in production, with a planned premiere in 2026 .
Therefore, even though the pause is temporary, the anticipation for the next chapters only grows. To stay up-to-date on all the news about Chained Soldier and other titles, follow AnimeNew on WhatsApp and Instagram .
Source: Yohei Takemura Official