One ofShonen Jump’s best artists is gearing up for a new series. Manga creator Boichi made quite the name for himself as the artist of the hit mangaDr. Stonewhich began roping in loyal fans upon its debut in 2017. With the manga complete, however, Boichi is looking to fill their schedule. Now, an exciting new series is on the horizon for the celebrated artist:a Western-themed manga series titledThe Marshal King.
Slated to launch on June 19, 2025,The Marshal Kingwill showcase Boichi’s signature art style fromDr. Stonebut in a dramatic Old West setting. Few details have been released about the series so far, but we know a few. For one, the manga will be published digitally through Shonen Jump+, and it will drop chapters every other week. So for more info on The Marshal King, you’re able to read its synopsis below:
“A man claiming to be the son of a notorious villain—one who committed countless atrocities—has appeared. He says he killed his father and crossed the desert with his corpse. A new-era Western story, serialized every other Friday.”
Boichi’s Journey: From Korea to Japan’s Manga Industry
Dr. Stone: A Unique Sci-Fi Adventure
An artist with a bold and instantly recognizable style, Boichi was born in South Korea where he studied both physics and image technology. While in school, the artist published several comics in South Korea before making his Japanese debut in 2004 withLa Parisienne. Of course, his first major success in Japan was the yakuza-centric action seriesSun-Ken Rockwhich ran inYoung Kingmagazine from 2006 to 2016. However, Boichi’s biggest breakthrough came in 2017 when he collaborated with writer Riichiro Inagaki on the hit manga seriesDr. Stone.
For those unfamiliari withDr. Stone, the manga tells a dire tale about humanity after mankind is mysteriously petrified, leaving every person a statue. Thousands of years later, high school student Taiju awakens to find himself surrounded by petrified statues. The boy reunites with his friend Senku who is a bonafide genius and science geek. It turns out Senku was awoken much earlier, and the two friends embark on a mission to rebuild civilization through the power of science. From the start, the manga masterfully blends adventure, survival, and scientific discovery, earning its dedicate fan base.
Dr. Stone’s Success and Boichi’s Growing Legacy
What to Expect fromThe Marshal King
The popularity ofDr. Stoneled to an anime adaptation in 2019, and it became a quick hit withShonen Jump’s fandom. The anime is ongoing andcurrently in its fourth and final season. WhileDr. Stonemay not yet have reached the legendary status of otherShonen Jumptitles, likeDragon BallorOne Piece, it has developed a devoted following. Many of those fans are now eager to see what Boichi does next, andThe Marshal Kingwill satiate their curiosity.
Dr. Stone Previews Final Season with Emotional New Trailer: Watch
Dr. Stone’s fourth and final season has revealed an exciting new trailer and key visual giving fans a glimpse of the story’s upcoming antagonists.
WithThe Marshal Kingon the horizon, Boichi is venturing into an entirely new genre far removed from his previous manga. However, the Western genre will be a great home for Boichi’s dynamic action sequences and expressive character designs. Given the artist’s track record of delivering visually stunning work, it’s more than likelyThe Marshal Kingwill be worth saddling up for when it debuts next month. At this time,Shonen Jump+has yet to confirm whether the manga will be simulpublished in English, but fans are keeping their fingers crossed ahead ofThe Marshal King’s launch.
