The dark fantasy manga ‘Re Cervin’, created by Kousuke Hamada of ‘Hanebado!’ fame, continues its global rise with over 300,000 copies in circulation worldwide. Following its successful Japanese run, the series launched its Spanish edition on August 28, 2024, via Milky Way Ediciones, and is set to debut in France on October 15, 2025, under Pika Édition.
The story follows Princess Arsinoe, who loses her memories after her kingdom is destroyed and her mother is murdered. She joins Cervin, a man claiming to be her father and a king without a throne, on a haunting journey of survival, identity, and redemption.
“A princess without memories and a king without a kingdom — it’s a tale of loss, but also of rebirth,” said a spokesperson from Milky Way Ediciones during the Spanish launch event.
‘Re Cervin’ Cast of Characters and Global Editions
The manga’s central duo, Arsinoe and Cervin, are emotionally complex and deeply symbolic. Arsinoe, once heir to the peaceful kingdom of Hellenthal, sacrifices her memories to seal a rampaging dragon. Cervin, her father, is left to guide her through a world that no longer remembers them.
Dark Fantasy "Re Cervin" by "Hanebado!" creator Kousuke Hamada has 300 000 copies in circulation Worldwide.
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The series has been praised by creators like Makoto Yukimura (‘Vinland Saga’) and Yoshiki Tanaka (‘The Heroic Legend of Arslan’) for its emotional depth and mythological richness.
Published originally by Shogakukan in Japan, ‘Re Cervin’ now spans six volumes, with the latest released in February 2025. The Spanish edition includes exclusive bookmarks and postcards, while the French release will feature a new translation by Frédéric Malet.
Plot and Reception of ‘Re Cervin’ Across Borders
The plot centers on a kingdom ravaged by war and betrayal. As the Empire of Iria invades, a sealed dragon awakens, and Arsinoe uses forbidden magic to stop it at the cost of her memories. Together with Cervin, she embarks on a journey to reclaim their past and confront the tyrant Kontrano, who orchestrated the fall of Hellenthal.
Critics have called ‘Re Cervin’ a momentous addition to the dark fantasy genre, blending political intrigue with emotional storytelling. The manga’s art style, reminiscent of ‘Berserk’ and ‘Arslan Senki’, has drawn praise for its dramatic paneling and atmospheric world-building.
With its upcoming French release and growing international fan base, ‘Re Cervin’ is poised to become a notable global title in seinen fantasy.
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