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Bungo Stray Dogsis a series that evolves masterfully with time. As the plot thickens, the characters we’ve grown to love reveal even greater depth, driving the story to new heights of intrigue and emotion. Following the gripping Season 5 finale, fans are eagerly anticipating updates on the next installment of the beloved anime series.
While fans are still awaiting updates on Season 6, the fandom was thrilled by the unexpected announcement of a newBungo Stray Dogsspin-off manga, set to debut on August 06, 2025.
Though fans are all excited about the upcoming spin-off, concerns have already surfaced regarding its anime adaptation. The studio is known for compromising the essence of the original artwork, something the fandom has been quite vocal about.
Bungo Stray DogsSpin-Off announcement sparks concern over future anime adaptation
Bungo Stray Dogs, written by Kafka Asagiri and animated by Studio Bones, is an action-based series that presents different characters with unique abilities. Not only do the characters share their names with real-life notorious literary authors, but their abilities also come from the author’s most famous works.
TheFebruary 2025 issueof Kadokawa’s magazine, Monthly Shonen Ace, revealed exciting news for theBungo Stray Dogsfandom. Shiwasu Hoshikawa is set to debut a new manga,Bungo Stray Dogs STORM BRINGER, in the magazine’s next issue on January 24, adapting Volume 8 of the light novel.
The plot ofBungo Stray Dogsis centered on the clash between the Port Mafia, a notorious villain organization, and the Armed Detective Agency, an organization that protects society from the Port Mafia’s propaganda.
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Interestingly, the upcoming manga spin-off will focus on Chuuya Nakahara’s character and is set after the infamous Arahabaki incident. According to the light novel, Chuuya teams up with a European detective to unravel the mystery of the King of Assassins, who claims to be his older brother.
The reveal of Chuuya’s older brother, Paul Verlaine, has caused a huge hype online for his possible anime debut, but it also raised concerns due to Studio Bones’ questionable reputation in the industry.
Following theSTORM BRINGERannouncement, an old Studio Bones artwork has resurfaced, sparking criticism from fans who fear the studio might once again compromise the quality of the original art and disappoint the fandom in new ways.
ngl stormbringer getting an anime adaptation is kinda scary bc here we have different versions of his character then there’s bones' art style 💀pic.twitter.com/qcwbREQb0K
This is not the first time Studio Bones has been criticized for changing the original artwork of the creators. The studio has been accused of mishandling popular anime such asMy Hero AcademiaandFullmetal Alchemist.
Despite the concerns surrounding the anime adaptation, fans can still look forward to exceptional artwork and story in theBungo Stray Dogsmanga spin-off, set tokick off 2025 with a bang for the fandom.
Exploring the premise of the newBungo Stray DogsSpin-Off
STORM BRINGERis all about Chuuya’s past, and while the manga and anime gave no indication of his family members, the upcoming adaptation will debut a man who claims to be Chuuya’s elder brother.
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As the story begins, Chuuya finds out about an assassin named Paul Verlaine, who wishes to harm him. Soon, he will be caught by Verlaine, who has already killed Chuuya’s friends and reveals his wish to kill everyone associated with Chuuya. In fact, it is the intervention of Osamu Dazai that will save Chuuya.
It is Paul who claims to be Chuuya’s older brother. But why did he have to ruin Chuuya’s life? What exactly is he after? These questions will haunt you throughout the manga’s chapters. This is why the series is named after a toxic ex — because just when you think you’ve moved on, another maddening twist is added.
Bungo Stray Dogsanime is available to watch on Netflix.
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
