The April issue of Comic Alunna confirmed what many in the manga community were bracing for: the magazine will cease publication, with the April issue serving as its final print run. Launched as a fresh platform for creators and online influencers, Comic Alunna leaves behind a slate of serialized works that will continue elsewhere. Below we break down the moves, the creators affected, and what this closure means for readers and creators alike.
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What Happened: Comic Alunna Shuts Down
Comic Alunna launched in July 2022 as a new magazine focused on serializing works by web-native creators and influencers, alongside some titles that transitioned from other print magazines. After nearly two years in circulation, the editorial team announced the magazine’s termination with the April issue as its last. While a closure like this can be jarring, the announcement also included a clear plan for several ongoing series to continue serialization elsewhere.
Which Series Are Moving and Where
Rather than leaving creators in limbo, the editorial notice laid out the planned destinations for many serialized works. Several series that originally migrated to Comic Alunna will return to their previous home in Comic Flapper, while others will continue on digital platforms maintained by the publisher.
Returning to Comic Flapper (print)
- Isekai no Shuyaku wa Wareware da! (Gruppen Führer & Yūji Kamo) — returning to its prior serialization home in Comic Flapper.
- Nichijō Lock (Torazō & Kōyō Matsunami) — moving back to Comic Flapper where it serialized before the shift to Comic Alunna.
- Magical Girl Witch Trials Game (manga adaptation by Setsuna Tokitō) — slated to continue in Comic Flapper.
- Kaitai (Jire Nokura & Mutsū) — will also continue serialization in Comic Flapper.
Moving to an Online Comics Platform
- Ichigun Danshi wa Koi Shiteru (Monaka Honda) — moving to an online platform.
- Hanataba (Shiori Saitō & Eko Konomi) — scheduled to continue digitally.
- Saimusha Chika-dol Muteki-chan! Uragaisha ni Osareteimasu! (Kokoro Tono & Gonzales Maruyama) — transitioning to the publisher’s online channel.
- Byaku Monogatari (Nakamu & Toshiki Ishikura) — moving online.
- Shama Fallin’ Jail (Fukatsu & Kajitsu Niru) — continuing on a web platform.
- MilliPro: Million no Tsunagari o Mezashite (Nao Kasai) — transferring to digital serialization.
These moves ensure continuity for most ongoing chapters and give readers a path to follow their favorite series without excessive interruption.
Notable Endings and Adaptations
Not every series will continue—some reached natural conclusions. A standout example is Jiisan Baasan Wakagaeru (Kagiri Araido), which serialized both in Comic Alunna and on the creator’s own social accounts. It concluded with its eighth volume in June 2024 and inspired a TV anime adaptation that premiered in April 2024. This title stands as an example of a successful cross-media trajectory that can continue independently of the magazine’s fate.
Why This Matters: Market Trends and Reader Habits
The closure of a niche magazine like Comic Alunna highlights ongoing shifts in the manga market. Publishers increasingly balance print and digital strategies, and titles from web-native creators may find stronger audiences online. Factors likely contributing to the decision include changing reader habits, distribution economics, and the publisher’s effort to consolidate serializations into fewer print outlets while expanding digital offerings.
For readers
- Easier access to some series via digital platforms, but potential loss for readers who prefer print compilations.
- Need to track where each title lands—some will return to print in Comic Flapper, others will be available online.
For creators
- Relocation can mean new editorial teams, different schedules, and altered exposure levels.
- Digital platforms often provide faster feedback and different monetization models but may change serialization pacing.
How to Keep Following Your Favorite Series
If you follow any of the titles listed above, here are practical steps to stay up to date:
- Follow the official magazine and publisher announcements for precise serialization schedules.
- Subscribe to the receiving platforms (print magazine or online service) so you don’t miss relaunch dates.
- Follow creators on their official social accounts—many announce chapter releases and volume plans directly.
For readers who want to read the official announcement and the original reporting on the closure, see the Comic Alunna announcement and the local industry coverage. Comic Alunna announcement and a report on the closure provide additional context and the full list of title transitions. Industry report
What To Watch Next
Pay attention to the issues of Comic Flapper and the publisher’s online platforms over the next few months—this is where many ongoing series will pick up new chapters. Also watch how digital serialization schedules are announced; some titles might adopt irregular chapter cadences after the move. For creators, the next few volume releases will be telling: they’ll reveal whether transfers boost readership and how publishers integrate former Comic Alunna properties into their existing catalogs.
Final thoughts
Magazine closures are always bittersweet: they mark the end of a curated editorial experiment but also create opportunities for titles and creators to find new homes that may be better suited to their audiences. While Comic Alunna’s print run ends with the April issue, the majority of its serialized works have concrete paths forward—either returning to a sister print magazine or continuing on digital platforms. For readers, the immediate task is to follow the destination announcements and support creators through whichever format they choose next. Change in the manga industry is constant; flexible fans and creators will likely see many of these stories thrive in their new homes.
