World Trigger fans Jump SQ magazine announced on its official X account (formerly Twitter) that the series will not have a new chapter in the issue scheduled for February 4th. The reason, once again, is related to the health of the author, Daisuke Ashihara .
Since its debut in 2013, World Trigger has faced several interruptions due to Ashihara's fragile health. In 2014, the author suffered from spondylotic cervical radiculopathy , a condition that causes compression of the nerves in the neck, resulting in severe pain and difficulty working. Since then, the mangaka has taken frequent breaks, although it has not been confirmed whether the current break is related to this same condition.
Official statement from Jump SQ
In the next issue of Jump SQ, to be released on February 4th, World Trigger will be on hiatus due to the author's poor health. We apologize to readers who were eagerly awaiting the new chapter. It will return in the following issue, on March 4th. Thank you for your understanding.
A success despite the pauses
Therefore, despite these difficulties, World Trigger remains one of the most popular manga in Jump SQ. However, the series has already surpassed 15 million copies sold as of July 2023 and has spawned three seasons produced by Toei Animation with 99 episodes .
Synopsis of World Trigger
The story takes place in the city of Mikado , where a dimensional rift opens and releases creatures known as Vecinos , beings with advanced weaponry that pose a great threat. To combat them, the Border Defense Agency , an organization that uses weapons called Triggers to fight against this invasion.
With the manga's return scheduled for March, fans can only hope for Ashihara's recovery and follow the updates. Finally, for more news about World Trigger and the world of anime, keep following AnimeNews !
Source: X (Twitter)