Summary
- Manga offers a unique storytelling style that appeals to both anime fans and enthusiasts seeking immersive experiences.
- Many popular anime shows are based on beloved manga source materials, particularly those targeting the shonen demographic.
- Readers often search for recently completed manga to avoid the wait between chapters, and there are plenty of great options for shonen fans to dive into.
Manga has a broad appeal, attracting not only avid anime fans seeking a more immersive experience of their favorite stories but also enthusiasts of the unique storytelling style that manga provides. Many anime shows, particularly those targeting the shonen demographic, are based on manga source materials well-loved by fans.
As the access to manga increases worldwide, many readers are constantly searching for new stories to experience. However, manga stories often take several years to be completed, and many readers understandably wish to wait until completion to ensure their time investment will be worthwhile. With that, here are ten recently completed manga perfect for shonen fans.
Updated July 27, 2023, by Emedo Destiny: Manga readers always seek captivating stories that deliver an excellent immersive experience and unforgettable characters. However, the patience required to follow ongoing series can sometimes lead to eager anticipation for their conclusion. Shonen manga, in particular, has birthed some of the medium's most captivating and action-packed stories, gathering a legion of devoted fans and continuing to inspire the new generation of readers. For avid manga readers, there’s a special thrill about diving into a series from start to finish, experiencing epic adventures and character development without the wait between chapters. Without further ado, here are some of the best recently completed shonen manga.
15 Platinum End
Platinum End is the captivating story of Mirai Kakehashi, an orphaned boy whose life has been filled with pain and despair since he lost his parents in a tragic explosion. Enduring abuse from the relatives who took him in, his will to live diminished steadily. On the verge of committing suicide, he was met with Nasse, his guardian angel, who gave him powers and a newfound will to live.
Empowered with Nasse’s gifts, Mirai finds himself thrust into a high-stakes battle alongside twelve others, all vying for the coveted position of becoming the next God.
14 Mashle: Magic And Muscles
Mashle is set in a magical world where one’s worth is determined by their prowess, and those with no magical powers are executed to ensure the magical purity of their society. Mash Burnedead is an anomaly devoid of magical abilities in a world where magic reigns supreme.
When the authorities discover him, he has no choice but to join Easton Magic Academy and try to become a Divine Visionary to save himself and his family. To do that, Mash must surpass the other gifted students using only his muscles and the superhuman strength he has built over the years.
13 The Seven Deadly Sins
In Britannia, there are whispers of a legendary group called the “Seven Deadly Sins,” claiming they had once betrayed their homeland and turned against their fellow knights in a bid to overthrow the ruler of Liones. Despite their defeat, rumors persist that they are still alive, waiting for their chance to return.
Fast forward a decade, and the holy knights have orchestrated a coup, seizing control of the Kingdom of Liones and subjecting the land to tyranny. Determined to reclaim her kingdom and restore justice, the third princess of Liones, Elizabeth, embarks on a quest to seek out the fabled Seven Deadly Sins.
12 Haikyu!!
Fans of sports manga are in for a treat with this one, Haikyu!! Tells the inspirational tale of Shoyo Hinata, a short volleyball player who dreams of rising above his peers. Since catching a glimpse of the awe-inspiring Little Giant, a short player like him, he became captivated by the sport.
Dreaming of becoming a professional volleyball player, Hinata enrolls in Karasuno High School—the alma mater of the legendary Little Giant. His conviction is tested when he discovers that Tobio Kageyama, the prodigy who had crushed Hinata’s middle school team, is now his teammate at Karasuno. They must work together to restore Karasuno, the fallen giant, to its old glory.
11 Demon Slayer
Demon Slayer tells the story of Kamado Tanjiro, a boy who went to a market in a nearby village only to come back and see his family wiped out by a demon attack, leaving only his little sister, who had been turned into one.
Introduced to a new world of demons and demon slayers, Tanjiro sets out to find a cure to turn his sister back into a human and avenge his family. On the way, he makes new friends with similar ambitions, and together they undergo physical, mental, and emotional development.
10 Takopi's Original Sin
Takopi's Original Sin’s two volumes follow Takopii, a creature resembling a squid, who comes to earth to spread joy and happiness everywhere. When he lands, he meets Shizuka Kuze, a girl who refuses to smile.
Takopii then makes it his duty to make her happy despite the sad circumstances surrounding her life, like the nearly complete absence of her parents and bullying at school. Takopii’s goal is challenging, but he takes it seriously, resulting in a heartfelt story tackling complex subjects like innocence and relationships.
9 Fire Force
Fire Force is 34 volumes and 305 chapters of an action-packed supernatural story. It was written and illustrated by Atsushi Ookubo, who also wrote the story Soul Eater. In Fire Force, Shinra Kusakabe loses his family in a fire as a young boy.
When Shinra is older, he joins the Special Fire Force Company 8, as he possesses pyrokinetic powers, meaning that he can control fire. The story follows Shinra on his challenging journey to becoming a hero and facing the secrets of his past.
8 Break Blade
This action and drama story written by Yoshinaga Yunosuke centers on the character Rygart Arrow, an 'unsorcerer' who is ridiculed because of his inability to use quartz stones. Despite his father’s attempts to ensure he gains this ability, Rygart remains without it.
But his life changes when his two friends begin to rule, and they make him aware of his country's significant peril. Rygart must then deal with his lack of powers in the face of a great war, and the manga uses his struggle to explore the complexity of war in general.
7 The Lies of the Sheriff Evans: Dead or Love
Comedy reigns in this story, written and illustrated by Kuriyama Mizuki. Published over five years, Lies of the Sheriff Evans follows the titular character as he navigates the complexities of romance.
The story is set in the American Wild West and contains the characteristics that highlight stories of the Wild West. Sheriff Evans works alongside his deputy Ted Hall as he gets the criminals off the streets. What makes this story interesting is that Phoebe Oakley, the object of Sherriff Evans’ affection, is just as clueless as he is when it comes to matters of the heart.
6 Be Blues! Ao ni Nare
This story is emotional, showing the struggles of the protagonist Ryuu Ichijou, whose dreams of playing soccer on the large scale of the national team are thwarted by an accident while trying to keep his friend safe.
Written and illustrated by Tanaka Motoyuki, the story takes readers through Ryuu's painful but inspirational attempts to get his dreams back on track and return to the genius status he was always known for. Ao ni Nare brings a unique spin to the sports genre and is a story that readers shouldn’t miss.