Image: Shoji Gatoh, Shikidouji, Kadokawa
AMBot | 05/19/2023 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
Just before its 25th anniversary, the popular "Full Metal Panic!" light novel series by Shoji Gatoh has announced a revival with a new story. This new story, set roughly two decades after the climax of the original series, promises to explore the family life of the main characters Sōsuke and Chidori, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved series.
The upcoming story will follow an adult Sōsuke and Chidori as they navigate their daily lives, marking a significant departure from the intense action that defined the main plot. A first look at the new story was published in the July issue of Kadokawa's Dragon Magazine, with the promise that the full first chapter will appear in the September issue on July 20.
In an exciting reveal, Gatoh hinted that the new sequel may not be limited to comedy but could blend various genres. It will be a collection of short stories designed for light reading. Gatoh also mentioned that after the first chapter, various characters might make appearances, fueling the anticipation of the fanbase.
Gatoh's approach to developing the sequel was based on a fan survey he conducted on Twitter, where he asked the audience if they would be interested in seeing a middle-aged Sōsuke. With 75% positive responses, the sequel was greenlit. Gatoh had previously expressed reservations about showing Sōsuke and Kaname after the finale of the main story, but the upcoming 25th anniversary helped him overcome those concerns.
In addition to the new "Full Metal Panic!" sequel, Gatoh revealed that he is working on a brand-new project that is completely different from his previous works.
The upcoming story will follow an adult Sōsuke and Chidori as they navigate their daily lives, marking a significant departure from the intense action that defined the main plot. A first look at the new story was published in the July issue of Kadokawa's Dragon Magazine, with the promise that the full first chapter will appear in the September issue on July 20.
In an exciting reveal, Gatoh hinted that the new sequel may not be limited to comedy but could blend various genres. It will be a collection of short stories designed for light reading. Gatoh also mentioned that after the first chapter, various characters might make appearances, fueling the anticipation of the fanbase.
Gatoh's approach to developing the sequel was based on a fan survey he conducted on Twitter, where he asked the audience if they would be interested in seeing a middle-aged Sōsuke. With 75% positive responses, the sequel was greenlit. Gatoh had previously expressed reservations about showing Sōsuke and Kaname after the finale of the main story, but the upcoming 25th anniversary helped him overcome those concerns.
In addition to the new "Full Metal Panic!" sequel, Gatoh revealed that he is working on a brand-new project that is completely different from his previous works.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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