Spy x Family announces sudden hiatus, sparking concern from its creator

The successful Shōnen Jump manga, Spy x Familyhas just announced that it will be taking a sudden hiatus. Originally scheduled for this month, the world has discovered that Tatsuya Endo’s hit manga is now up to Chapter #108. It will be at least a month before Spy x Family returns, and of course, readers are feeling the loss. With the recent conclusions of other Shōnen Jump powerhouses such as Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academythe weekly magazine has taken a hit in recent times. And now, the magazine’s umbrella is taking another blow, as the Forger Family’s absence certainly won’t help.

Fortunately for fans, Spy x FamilyThe hiatus is not expected to last long. Shōnen Jump+ confirmed that the series will resume on December 23, 2024. The publication did not elaborate on the reason for the sudden interruption. However, providing a set return date is typically a good sign for the health of the series and those involved in its creation. Still, fans were quick to share their concern for the well-being of Spy x Familyfrom the author, and they’re not exactly wrong for doing so.

Being a manga artist would be a difficult job, even for a forger

Working in the manga industry can be terribly difficult, especially for authors of hugely successful series like Spy x Family. Deadlines and expectations can create mountains of pressure, and the nature of the job often requires your artists to work 24 hours a day. Although Shōnen Jump did not specify the exact reason for the manga’s sudden hiatus, fans are hoping that health issues are not the cause. It’s important for fans to remember that their favorite authors do not possess top-secret spy skills and should focus on their well-being when necessary.