Fans of Jun Mochizuki’s gothic-fantasy manga, The Case Study of Vanitas (also known as Vanitas no Carte), can anticipate a new chapter arriving on December 22, 2025. The announcement, made in the October issue of Square Enix’s Gangan Joker magazine, confirms the release will be part of the magazine’s January issue.
Anticipated Return from Hiatuses
The news comes as a welcome update for readers, as The Case Study of Vanitas manga has experienced several periods of hiatus in recent years. The series previously went on a two-month break in May 2024, which was then extended. It officially resumed serialization with a new chapter released on July 22, 2025, in the August issue of Gangan Joker after a significant pause. Following this, a new chapter was also featured in the October issue, though the manga did not appear in the September issue.
The irregular release schedule has been a recurring theme for the popular manga. Prior to the recent breaks, the series was also on hiatus from June 2022 to May 2023. These pauses are often attributed to author Jun Mochizuki’s health. Despite these interruptions, the dedication of the fanbase remains strong, eagerly awaiting each new installment of Vanitas and Noé’s adventures.
Publication Details and English Releases
The Case Study of Vanitas originally began serialization in Square Enix’s Monthly Gangan Joker magazine in December 2015. To date, the manga has seen 11 tankoubon (collected) volumes published in Japan, with the latest volume released in April 2024.
For international readers, Yen Press handles the English publication of The Case Study of Vanitas. The English version of the 11th volume was released in April 2025, allowing global fans to keep up with the story. Yen Press has been publishing the manga simultaneously in English since its debut, ensuring timely access for its worldwide audience.
The Enduring Appeal of Vanitas no Carte
The series follows Noé Archiviste, a young vampire, as he travels to 19th-century Paris in search of “The Book of Vanitas,” a fabled grimoire. His quest leads him to encounter the enigmatic Vanitas, a human doctor who claims to specialize in vampires and possesses the very grimoire Noé seeks. Together, they become embroiled in a conflict that threatens the fragile peace between humans and vampires.
Mochizuki’s distinctive art style and intricate storytelling, previously seen in works like Pandora Hearts, have garnered a dedicated following for The Case Study of Vanitas. The manga’s popularity also led to a television anime adaptation produced by Studio BONES. The first part of the anime premiered in July 2021, followed by the second part in January 2022, with all 24 episodes available for streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll. The anime’s success further amplified the manga’s reach, drawing more attention to its compelling narrative of cursed vampires, dark mysteries, and complex character relationships.
As the December 22nd release date approaches, fans will be looking forward to delving deeper into the steampunk-infused world and the unfolding mysteries surrounding Vanitas, Noé, and the true nature of the Book of Vanitas.
