Vampire Hunter D: The Rose Princess Novel To Get Manga Adaptation? Here’s What We Know

As a seasoned connoisseur of all things fantastical and macabre, I must confess that the news of Seiko Takaki’s return to the Vampire Hunter D series has sent a shiver of delight down my spine. Having traversed the labyrinthine world of Hideyuki Kikuchi’s imagination since the 80s, I can attest to the enduring allure of this dark and captivating universe.


Publisher Asahi Shimbun has announced that artist Seiko Takaki will resume work on the series adapting the ninth volume, titled “The Rose Princess,” from the popular light novel series “Vampire Hunter D.” Originating from Japan, this series was created by author Hideyuki Kikuchi and illustrated by Yoshitaka Amano. The first installment of “Vampire Hunter D” was released in 1983.

41 novels have been released in the main series so far, some even spanning across four volumes. With a staggering 17 million copies sold globally, Vampire Hunter D stands among the most successful book series ever published. The latest manga, ‘The Rose Princess’, is now being serialized on Asahi Shimbun’s Sonoroma+ online platform.

As a connoisseur of unique and captivating narratives, I’m thrilled to share that the next installment of “Vampire Hunter D: The Rose Princess” will grace our screens every two weeks, starting on the 15th and 30th of each month. Dark Horse Comics is bringing this masterpiece to English-speaking audiences, ensuring a seamless experience for fans. This series has an extensive universe, with its own anime adaptation, audio dramas, comic book version, video game, a short story collection, art books, and even a comprehensive guidebook. Immerse yourself in the world of Vampire Hunter D!

In the ninth book penned by Hideyuki Kikuchi, I found myself immersed in the captivating tale known as “The Rose Princess arc.” This narrative chronicles the lives of Sakuri’s citizens bound to a sacred covenant with the enigmatic Rose Princess. Accompanied by the Four Knights of the Diane Rose, she is a figure whose demands for sacrifice are meticulously upheld. However, when the citizens falter in their duty, the Princess responds with fury, claiming innocent lives until the young man who thwarted her ritual is apprehended.

In the next installment, following The Rose Garden, Hunter D encounters a series of difficulties as he discovers the villagers’ predicament. Readers are eager to uncover whether he can decipher the cryptic hints concealed among a path of roses stained with blood. Furthermore, there is great anticipation for Seiko Takaki’s return to work on this new chapter.

At present, specifics about the storyline of the manga remain unknown, yet we anticipate a comparable adaptation to the light novel sequence. Keep an eye out for future announcements concerning Vampire Hunter D!

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2024-08-05 16:50