Summary
How aShōnen Jumpmanga ranks in the table of contents is a good way of judging its popularity, and that’s good for one of its newest manga,Astro Royale. The series was rather divisive even before it debuted, largely due to the reputation of Ken Wakui’s previous series,Tokyo Revengers, but with chapter #9,Astro Royaledebuted inShōnen Jumpwith a very high ranking for a new series.
While not always the most reliable resource, one of the easiest ways to judge the popularity of aShōnen Jumpmanga is through itsplacement in the table of contents. The most popular manga running in the magazine at any time will typically be placed higher up in the table of contents, and conversely, the least popular manga will be placed lower and near the back of the magazine.
Astro Royale’s placement at fifth placein the table of contents proves the magazine is looking favorably on the series. That’s a great sign forAstro Royale’s longevity, and more importantly, it’s a great sign that it could becomeShōnen Jump’s next big hit.
Astro Royale Makes a Great Debut in Shonen Jump’s Official Rankings
Created by Ken Wakui
The way rankings work for new manga inShōnen Jumpis thattheir first placement about two months following their debut is when their placements first begin to matter. Chapter #9 marks the first official ranking of this kind forAstro Royale, and with manga that have color covers not counting in the rankings,Astro Royaledebuted inShonen Jumpin fifth place in the table of contents. By comparison,Kyokuto Necromancer, which also received its first official ranking, debuted in last place, so it’s easy to seeAstro Royaledoing very well for a new series.
As for whyAstro Royaleis doing so well, that’s very easy to explain. As divisive as it might be in the West,Tokyo Revengersis still one of the most popular manga to come out in recent years, so this has probably givenAstro Royalea boost. Beyond that,Astro Royale’s pleasing art style and engaging characters, action, and power system make it very easy to read.Astro Royalehas more than earned its impressive ranking, and hopefully, it won’t be leaving anytime soon.
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Astro Royale’s Success Is Great for Shōnen Jump
Shōnen Jump Might Have a New Frontrunner
Astro Royale’s first official rankingis a great sign of its longevity, and it also sets it up to beShōnen Jump’s next big hit. WithMy Hero Academia,Jujutsu Kaisen, andOne Pieceall ending within the next few years,Shōnen Jumpis running out of popular ongoing titles, butAstro Royale’s great first ranking means it has a chance to beShōnen Jump’s next big hit. Whether that will happen is still hard to tell, but so long asAstro Royalemaintains this level of momentum, it’s sure to have a bright future inShōnen Jump, regardless.
