A surprise that unites two universes: Weekly Shonen Jump and Pokémon have announced an unprecedented collaboration, and the highlight begins with none other than Eiichiro Oda , creator of One Piece . He drew a special illustration featuring Luffy and Pikachu , which appears on the cover of issue 36/37 of the magazine, released on August 4 in Japan.
Other authors also contributed exclusive art. For example, Shuhei Miyazaki , author of Boku to Roboco , brought together Roboco and Mega Blaziken in a vibrant illustration. Meanwhile Kouji Miura , creator of Ao no Hako , brought Chinatsu and Totodile together in a charming scene. These illustrations foreshadow the power of this creative and nostalgic collaboration.
Exclusive covers, stickers and gifts
And that's not all! Jump issue 38, scheduled for August 18th, will feature exclusive stickers featuring artwork of the characters and Pokémon. There's also a special giveaway featuring prizes based on these collaborative artworks—a must-have for collectors.
This partnership between Jump and Pokémon celebrates the cultural impact of both franchises and offers a visual gift to fans of both brands, blending adventure and nostalgia in every stroke.
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Source: Comic Natalie
