CoryxKenshin’s debut manga “Monsters We Make” has officially become a breakout hit, selling over 200,000 physical copies in its first week following its release on December 16, 2024. Published by New Edyn Press, it is now one of the fastest-selling independently published manga in the U.S., with Volume 2 already set for release later in 2025.
With over 21.6 million YouTube subscribers and 8.5 billion video views, CoryxKenshin is a renowned figure in the action gaming and horror communities. Drawing on his passion for anime, including titles like Dragon Ball Z and Attack on Titan, Cory crafted a deeply personal and immersive story that blends Eastern and Western influences, and centers around a Black lead character, Jabari.
CoryxKenshin’s Manga “Monsters We Make” visuals:
“Monsters We Make” reflects themes of identity, faith, and representation, particularly the lack of Black characters in mainstream anime and manga. Cory explains that the story allowed him to express his life experiences, values, and imagination—describing it as both creatively fulfilling and emotionally significant.
True to its roots, the manga follows the traditional right-to-left reading format, maintaining the aesthetic and narrative flow of Japanese manga, while weaving in a distinctly Western voice.
Story synopsis:
Jabari Booker arrives at New Edyn Academy seeking growth through music, but is soon faced with a terrifying reality. He must confront monsters, both literal and internal, in a dark journey of survival, truth, and transformation.
Official website: monsterswemake.com
Source: Press Release
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