The fantasy-adventure manga series, “The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye” (original title: Youjo to Scoop to Maganou), has concluded its digital English publication, with Kodansha USA releasing the final volumes and chapters. While the digital English release concluded in early 2023, later chapters, including those explicitly titled as its ultimate end, have since become available through platforms like K MANGA, bringing the series to a definitive close.
The Journey of Tsuguto Sumihara
Penned by Chouchouhasshi and illustrated by Kayatamaru, with character designs by Chibi, “The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye” tells the story of Tsuguto Sumihara. Tsuguto, initially a kind individual, meets an untimely end in a bus accident after being bullied into giving up his seat. He finds himself reincarnated into a harsh mining camp located at the base of an impossibly tall tower.
In this new and perilous world, Tsuguto forms a crucial bond with Rurié, a ram-horned girl who becomes his first friend. As Rurié faces bullying, Tsuguto discovers that his reincarnation granted him unique powers, specifically “The Accursed Evil Eye.” This revelation sets him on a path to protect Rurié and carve out a future in their strange new land, leveraging his newfound abilities. The narrative explores his growth from a meek individual to someone capable of navigating and influencing this fantastical realm.
Digital English Release and Conclusion
Kodansha USA began the digital English publication of “The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye” on September 28, 2021. The series saw its final digital volume released on February 14, 2023. The complete series comprises four digital volumes, offering the full saga to English-speaking readers.
The Ultimate End of the Evil Eye Saga
Further insights into the manga’s conclusion are provided by K MANGA, which listed Chapter 22(2) as “The Ultimate End.” Although this chapter marked a significant turning point, subsequent chapters, such as “Chapter 24(1) The Last Eyes,” “Chapter 24(2) The Last Eyes,” and “Chapter 25 The Hero’s Representative,” have also been made available, with Chapter 25 notably listed with a date of December 24, 2025. These later releases indicate the comprehensive wrapping up of the storyline, providing closure for fans of Tsuguto and Rurié’s adventures.
While platforms like Kodansha’s official site may still list the series status as “ONGOING” in some sections, the available chapter information and digital volume releases confirm that the narrative arc of “The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye” has reached its intended conclusion. Fans looking to experience the full story can now do so through the completed digital editions.
