Digital manga platform emaqi, operated by Orange, Inc., has unveiled two exciting new collections that showcase the diversity and depth of their growing catalog. The platform’s latest update brings together compelling stories from the worlds of sports and intellectual pursuits, offering readers an engaging mix of physical and mental challenges.
Sports Collection Celebrates Athletic Excellence
As sports leagues gear up for their playoff seasons, emaqi’s “Feeling Active?” collection arrives at the perfect time, featuring an impressive lineup of sports-themed manga that spans multiple disciplines. This carefully curated selection demonstrates the breadth of sports storytelling in manga, from traditional Japanese sports to international favorites.
Leading the collection is “Bachi-Bachi,” an emaqi exclusive that delves deep into the world of sumo wrestling. This compelling narrative follows Koitaro Samejima, son of the disgraced ozeki Karyu, as he embarks on a journey to revolutionize the sumo world while carrying the weight of his father’s legacy.
Soccer fans will find themselves drawn to two distinct takes on the beautiful game. “Blue Lock” presents a high-stakes premise where 300 of Japan’s most promising young strikers compete to become the national team’s next star, following Japan’s disappointing World Cup performance. Meanwhile, “Giant Killing” approaches the sport from a coaching perspective, following the 35-year-old Tatsumi Takeshi as he returns from England to coach his former team.
The collection also features “Ace of the Diamond,” a baseball manga that follows Eijun Sawamura’s journey from middle-school setback to potential high-school baseball stardom. For volleyball enthusiasts, “Shojo Fight” offers an intense drama centered around Neri Oishi, a talented player with a mysterious reluctance to fully embrace her abilities despite her impressive national tournament experience.
Figure skating takes center stage in “Medalist,” a heartwarming story about 11-year-old Inori’s pursuit of her skating dreams against all odds, paired with coach Tsukasa in what promises to be an inspiring tale of determination and resilience.
Pi Day Special Showcases Intellectual Pursuits
In celebration of Pi Day on March 14, emaqi has launched its “Pi-Day Special” collection, featuring manga that challenge readers’ minds through logic, deduction, and problem-solving narratives. This collection bridges the gap between entertainment and intellectual stimulation, offering stories that engage both heart and mind.
“DRAGONZAKURA2” leads the academic-focused titles, continuing the legacy of its predecessor by following Kenji Sakuragi’s efforts to guide students at Ryuzan High School toward admission to Tokyo University. The series combines educational strategy with compelling character development.
For those who enjoy technological intrigue, “Bloody Monday” delivers a gripping narrative about Takagi Fujimaru, a high school student and brilliant hacker who must use his skills to unravel a terrorist plot while clearing his father’s name.
Science fiction enthusiasts will appreciate “Space Brothers,” set in 2025, which follows two brothers pursuing their childhood dreams of becoming astronauts. While the younger brother Hibito prepares for humanity’s first long-term moon base, his older brother Mutta faces his own challenges in joining the space program.
The collection also includes “Knights of Sidonia,” a far-future space opera that combines hard science fiction with humanity’s struggle for survival, and “INVESTOR-Z,” which transforms the world of high-stakes financial investment into an engaging narrative centered around an elite school’s mysterious investment club.
Both collections reflect emaqi’s commitment to providing diverse, high-quality manga content that appeals to various interests and age groups. From the physical intensity of sports dramas to the intellectual challenges of academic and scientific pursuits, these new additions offer readers compelling narratives that entertain while exploring themes of perseverance, strategy, and personal growth.
Readers interested in exploring these collections and emaqi’s full catalog can visit the platform’s website for more information and immediate access to these titles.
