Manga UP! Global, Square Enix’s digital manga service, has recently expanded its English-language offerings with the addition of three new manga series. This update brings a mix of romantic comedy, fantasy, and supernatural tales to the platform, catering to a wide range of manga enthusiasts. The new titles include “My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me,” “Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!,” and “The Record of a Fallen Vampire.”
“My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me”: A Workplace Romantic Comedy
“My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me” is a romantic comedy manga by Isuzu. The story revolves around Hiyakawa-san, a handsome boss whose perpetually stern face intimidates his colleagues. However, his demeanor completely changes around Tetsuhara Miori. He becomes clumsy, careless, and prone to blurting out his true feelings. The manga follows Miori as she navigates her work life with a boss who is constantly flustered and blushing around her, leading to awkward yet sweet moments.
Story and Characters
- Hiyakawa-san: The initially intimidating boss who reveals a much softer, flustered side around Miori.
- Tetsuhara Miori: The employee who experiences the unexpected and humorous change in her boss’s behavior.
Publication Details
Isuzu launched the manga in Square Enix’s Gangan Online in July 2023 and concluded it in February 2024. The fourth compiled book volume was released on December 12.
Themes and Genre
- Genre: Romantic Comedy, Shoujo, Office Workers
- Themes: Workplace romance, humorous situations, character development
“Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!”: Isekai Farming Fantasy
“Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!” is a manga adaptation of Ryūichi Suzuki’s light novel series, with the manga illustrated by Mozukuzu. The story follows Bale, who, during a divine item bestowal ceremony, regains memories of a past life and realizes he has been reborn into a video game he once played. After being kicked out of his home, Bale ventures into a secret dungeon, armed with the “Dragontree Sword,” an item that enhances farming abilities. The manga depicts Bale’s new life of farming, encountering cute girls, and dungeon exploration.
Story and Characters
- Bale: The protagonist who is reborn into a video game world and becomes a dungeon farmer.
- Various Female Characters: Who join Bale in his dungeon farming adventures.
Publication Details
Mozukuzu began serializing the manga in Square Enix’s Gangan Online in August 2023. The third compiled book volume was released on January 10. The fourth volume of Ryūichi Suzuki’s light novel series, featuring character designs by Siso, was released on November 7.
Themes and Genre
- Genre: Isekai, Fantasy, Farming, Adventure
- Themes: Reincarnation, video game elements, dungeon exploration, harem
“The Record of a Fallen Vampire”: Supernatural Action and Mystery
“The Record of a Fallen Vampire” is a manga by Kyo Shirodaira and Yuri Kimura. The story is set thousands of years ago and centers on Akabara “Red Rose” Strauss, a Vampire King who lost his kingdom and queen. Since humans were unable to kill the queen, they sealed her away using thousands of fake seals to prevent the king from finding her. Akabara continues his search for his queen while being pursued by dhampires. The plot thickens when an entity called the Black Swan appears, inhabiting the body of a young human girl every 50 years with the power to destroy the Vampire King and his queen.
Story and Characters
- Akabara “Red Rose” Strauss: The Vampire King searching for his lost queen.
- The Queen: Sealed away by humans to prevent her death.
- The Black Swan: An entity that possesses a human girl every 50 years, with the power to destroy vampires.
Themes and Genre
- Genre: Supernatural, Action, Mystery, Vampire
- Themes: Revenge, the search for lost love, battles between vampires and humans
Square Enix’s Manga UP! Global: A Growing Platform
Manga UP! Global was launched internationally in English in July 2022, with the goal of expanding access to manga content outside of Japan. The service offers a wide variety of titles, including both ongoing series and completed works.
Key Features of Manga UP! Global
- Extensive Library: Manga UP! Global offers 160 titles, with 100 new English translations.
- Simultaneous Releases: The app provides the latest installments of ongoing series soon after their release in Japan.
- Popular Titles: The platform includes popular series such as “The Case Study of Vanitas,” “GOBLIN SLAYER,” and “FINAL FANTASY LOST STRANGER.”
- Subscription Service: A subscription plan called VAULT PASS offers access to over 10,000 chapters for a monthly fee.
Reception and Impact
Since its launch, Manga UP! Global has garnered attention from manga readers worldwide. The platform has been praised for its diverse selection of titles and its commitment to delivering content quickly. The addition of new titles like “My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me,” “Dungeon Farm,” and “The Record of a Fallen Vampire” further enriches the service and provides readers with more options to explore.
Benefits for International Readers
- Accessibility: Manga UP! Global makes it easier for fans outside of Japan to access a wide range of manga titles.
- Timeliness: The app provides English versions of popular series soon after they are released in Japan.
- Variety: The platform offers a mix of genres and styles, catering to diverse tastes.
Conclusion
With the addition of “My Boss Only Gets Flustered Around Me,” “Dungeon Farm: Kicked Out of My Home, So I’m Homesteading in a Dungeon!,” and “The Record of a Fallen Vampire,” Manga UP! Global continues to enhance its English-language manga offerings. These new titles promise to deliver engaging stories and captivating artwork to fans around the world. As Manga UP! Global continues to expand its library and improve its services, it remains a valuable resource for manga enthusiasts seeking to explore the latest and greatest series from Square Enix and beyond.
