Arata: The Legend
Viz · 2010–2016 · 24 issues
About the series
From 2010 to 2016, Arata: The Legend is a fantasy manga series published in English by Viz Media, most closely associated with creator Yuu Watase, who handled both writing and art duties alongside translators JN Productions and Lance Caselman. Over 24 issues, the series follows a young boy thrust into a parallel world where he must masquerade as a legendary hero to survive a deadly conflict. Watase’s signature blend of shōnen adventure and emotional character drama gives the story a distinct, heartfelt energy. It matters as a compelling, complete fantasy epic from a celebrated manga artist, offering a self-contained journey of identity and courage.
