It has recently been officially confirmed that the manga Frieren will enter an indefinite hiatus, just before the premiere of the second season of its anime adaptation. This announcement comes amid a surge in popularity for the work, facilitated by its inclusion in Netflix’s catalog and notable collaborations, such as the one planned with Solo Leveling. However, the reason behind this hiatus is health issues faced by its creators, Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe.
A story that is coming to an end
The health situation of mangakas has been a recurring topic in the industry, affecting other successful works like One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen. In the case of Frieren, while specific details of the ailments faced by the creators have not been revealed, the official statement indicates that these issues are causing complications in the work process. Historically, pressure and long working hours are common among manga creators, which can lead to episodes of physical and mental exhaustion.
The pause, although it will not affect the airing of the second season scheduled for early 2026, could have repercussions on the production of a possible third season. Currently, the manga has accumulated 141 chapters since its release in 2020, distributed in 14 volumes. The first season of the anime was based on up to chapter 60, so if a similar continuity is expected in the second season, the third may find itself with insufficient material if the health situation persists.
Fans of Frieren eagerly await the future work of its creators, aware that their well-being is essential for the continuity of this story that has deeply resonated within the community. As events unfold, it remains to be seen how long this pause will last and how future adaptations will be handled.
