Shinobu Ohtaka, the acclaimed author of Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic, is launching a new manga series titled Geek Crown. This project marks her first major serialization since the conclusion of Orient in 2024.

The series is scheduled to debut on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. It will be hosted on Kodansha's Magazine Pocket (Magapoke) app and website, continuing Ohtaka's relationship with the publisher.

What We Know

Geek Crown is a military fantasy series that follows a protagonist navigating a conflict for a throne. The initial premise involves a battle for power and the rooting out of traitorous elements within the story's world. While some early reports have referred to the title as Geek and Crown, the official serialization will proceed under Ohtaka's primary authorship on the Magapoke platform.

Ohtaka is a veteran mangaka with a history of long-running hits. Her career includes Sumomomo Momomo, which ran in Square Enix's Young Gangan from 2004 to 2009, and the global success Magi, which was serialized in Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday between 2009 and 2017. She also provided the story for the spinoff Magi: Adventure of Sinbad, illustrated by Yoshifumi Ohtera. Her most recent work, Orient, concluded in 2024 after shifting from Weekly Shonen Magazine to Bessatsu Shonen Magazine.

Why It Matters

Ohtaka is recognized for her expansive world-building and "battle fantasy" narratives. Her previous work, Magi, was a massive success that spawned a multi-season anime produced by A-1 Pictures. Beyond her own manga, she provided original character designs for the 2021 original anime Back Arrow. The launch of Geek Crown marks her return to serialization in late 2026.

Where to Watch or Read

Fans looking to catch up on Ohtaka's previous work can find the anime adaptations on several major platforms. Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic and Magi: The Kingdom of Magic are currently streaming on Crunchyroll and Netflix, though regional availability varies. The anime adaptation of Orient, produced by Studio ACGT, is available on Crunchyroll. Plans and prices for these services vary by country.

What Happens Next

Geek Crown begins its serialization on October 27, 2026. As of October 21, 2026, no official date for a physical volume release or an English-language translation has been announced by Kodansha USA.