Manga creator Shima Shinya has announced the cancellation of their Void: No. Nine manga, also known as 9-ban me no Utsuro. The hunting mystery manga, which launched in July 2023, will conclude with its fourth compiled book volume.
Void No.9: A Post-Apocalyptic Hunting Mystery
Void No.9 is set 300 years after God destroyed the old world, leaving only “messengers.” In Reform City, humans live underground, searching for relics while fearing the messengers. The manga follows nine individuals gathering relics, minerals, and gold in disposal tunnels below Reclamation City No. 9. They are divided into groups of three and encounter traitors and emissaries from the old world.
Shima Shinya’s Career
Shima Shinya is a manga artist and illustrator born in 1989. In 2018, Shinya won the Jury Prize Suzunoki Yuu Award at the Newcomer Award “6th The Gate” by Morning (Kodansha) under the name Moya for the work, Light & Specs. Shima’s other works include:
- Glitch
- Lost Lad London
- Star Wars: The High Republic – The Edge of Balance
Possible Reasons for Cancellation
The exact reasons for the cancellation of Void No.9 are not explicitly stated in the announcement. Manga series can be canceled for various reasons, including:
- Low Readership: Insufficient readership and engagement can lead to cancellation.
- Financial Issues: Lack of profitability or studio decisions to shift focus can also result in a series being axed.
Final Volume Details
The fourth and final volume of Void: No. Nine will bring the story to a close. While the cancellation may disappoint fans, the concluding volume will provide a resolution to the series’ narrative.
