Kuma, the boys’ love (BL) imprint of DENPA LLC, announced during a panel at Anime NYC that it has officially licensed Nemui Asada’s popular manga series, “Takatora and the Omegas” (also known as “Takatora-kun to Omega-tachi”). This acquisition brings the acclaimed omegaverse title to English-speaking audiences.
A Deep Dive into the Omegaverse with a Twist
“Takatora and the Omegas,” penned and illustrated by Nemui Asada, began its serialization in Printemps Publishing’s Canna magazine in December 2022 and is an ongoing series. The narrative introduces readers to Takatora, a seemingly elite alpha at Seirin High School. However, the plot takes an unexpected turn when Takatora experiences a sudden elevation in body temperature, revealing him to be a late-blooming omega.
The manga is praised for its deconstruction of typical omegaverse tropes, offering a fresh perspective on the genre. It delves into the complexities of identity as Takatora, raised with alpha prejudices, must adjust to life as an omega. The story explores significant themes such as sexism, reproductive rights, and the philosophical debate between determinism and free will, all while focusing on the struggles of other omegas who are Takatora’s classmates. The series is categorized under genres including Yaoi (BL), Mature, Violence, Drama, and School Life.
Kuma’s Growing BL Catalog
As an imprint dedicated to publishing boys’ love works, Kuma (under DENPA LLC) continues to expand its catalog with diverse and thought-provoking titles. The addition of “Takatora and the Omegas” underscores Kuma’s commitment to bringing popular and critically resonant BL manga to North American readers. Nemui Asada is known for other works such as “Ani no Chuukoku,” “Sleeping Dead,” and “My Little Inferno,” further cementing their reputation in the manga industry.
Fans eagerly anticipating the English release can look forward to experiencing Asada’s unique take on the omegaverse, a genre that blends fantasy and romance with social commentary. The second compiled book volume of the manga has already shipped in Japan.
