THE SEARCH BEGINS! Having found a new sense of purpose, Sooho is determined to make his way back to his long-lost parents by any means necessary– including teaming up with another Monarch.
Whatever his father’s thoughts on an alliance may be, yesterday’s enemy proves to be today’s friend when a favor for Lacan’s Fang goes awry, leading to a sudden encounter with the minion of an Itarim!
With his powers still incomplete, Sooho struggles against the powerful foe, but will the help of the battered young heir of the Fang Monarch be enough to turn the tide?
Original Story: Daul Art: JIN (Redice Studio) Adapted by: BRIX (Redice Studio) Translation: Hye Young Im Rewrite: J. Torres Letterer: Tansy Noon
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Once upon a time, there was a wise and all-knowing mirror, unlike any other.
The royal family follow several leads to find out who was trying to poison Blanche.
Only to stumble upon a curious tale.
News reaches them of a search party looking for a boy with blue hair and silver eyes–a description that sounds a little too much like a certain magic mirror to be a coincidence!
With Nadia’s help, Abigail confirms that there is a curse upon Verite, one so powerful she is unable to discern its true nature.
With little to go on, the boy may be doomed to remain trapped forever.
Story: Iru Art: Mo9rang Translation: Kakao Entertainment Letterer: Chana Conley
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To satisfy the appetite of readers hungry for more Korean webcomics in print, Ize Press announced two mouthwatering new titles joining its lineup at the Yen Press Industry Panel at New York Comic Con:Regasand Eat Before You Go.
Regas
Art by Daengmeong Adapted by Lee kkeut Original Story by samk
In a kingdom where the royal bloodline inherits the blessings of a dragon, an exceptionally powerful crown prince is born—but the trade-off for such power seems to have been his sanity! Loathed by his own mother and feared by his servants, the feral child looks to be a lost cause even for the Regas, those who specialize in taming the coldhearted monarchs. That is, until a jovial man by the name of Abel appears. Trained in the traditional ways of the Regas, Abel is patient, sturdy in body, and determined to teach the young boy about the beauty of the world. With a political storm brewing around them, will Abel finally be able to open up the prince’s heart?
Regas is an ongoing Boys Love (BL) manhwa that explores the profound bond of caring for someone who has faced a lifetime of mistreatment, alongside the devastating heartbreak of losing the one person you finally opened up to. While his connection to his Regas and a tragic loss may be exactly what Karas needs to unlock and control his true powers, it comes at a heavy cost. Even though the prince now has nothing left to fear, no one but his fated Regas can truly open his heart again. Regas is perfect for readers looking for fantasy BL comics with fated partners, royal politics, obsessive characters, and plenty of comedy to balance the drama. This reincarnation romantasy offers a compelling mix of high-stakes adventure and tantalizing romantic tension. The webcomic has over two million views across the Lezhin, Tappytoon, Manta, and Tapas platforms.
Eat Before You Go
Art by the Bichon Adapted by Kim Haema Original Story by Ko Doo Yeol
After thirty grueling years, the hero, Miro Laikas, defeated the demon lord and made his way back to his own world—only to find his home also overrun by dangerous creatures. Luckily, the people of Earth seem to have it covered, leaving him free to live in peace. In fact, with an abundance of this new variety of ingredients, he can finally devote his time and energy to his one true passion—cooking the most delicious meals ever with monster parts!
Set in a world of hunters and gates, Eat Before You Go is a slice-of-life fantasy manhwa about a tired hero who opens a restaurant after defeating a demon lord. He enjoys a peaceful cooking life, feeding his customers delicious meals, raising a baby dragon, and occasionally defeating tough enemies from the shadows. With a fresh helping of creative dishes using monster ingredients, Eat Before You Go offers a flavorful adventure for readers to dig into with its charming characters, inventive cuisine, and dynamic artwork that makes the action leap off the page. Digitally serialized on WEBTOON with over eight million views, Eat Before You Go is perfect for fans of food-focused fantasy comics like Delicious in Dungeon. Rather than making the act of cooking the adventure, Eat Before You Go sets itself apart by making the restaurant a peaceful counterpoint to a world filled with monsters, hunters, and superpowered battles.
During the “Yen Press Industry Panel” at Anime NYC, Ize Press announced the release of four new titles joining its lineup. The first title revealed was the acclaimed historical fiction webcomic Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid.
Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid
By Yoonhee Na
The year is 1926, a troubling time for Koreans whose country is under a brutal annexation by the Japanese empire. But to Sooah, a teenage servant at a wealthy household, such issues are a faraway concern, and she is content to live in her small corner, like a mermaid who cares little for the world above the surface…That is, until one day, she happens upon the unconscious body of a young man named Uihyeon, a freedom fighter on the run from the Japanese. And just like in a fairy tale, this fateful meeting brings Sooah out of the calming waves into a world filled with turmoil and heartbreak, but also beauty and courage.
Serialized digitally on WEBTOON, Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid is a dramatic historical romance that reimagines The Little Mermaid against the backdrop of Korea under Japanese colonial rule. Complete in six volumes, the series has captivated over 13 million readers with its richly drawn characters and emotional storytelling with various characters’ points of view. Set in the 20th century, Whale Star follows the story of an illiterate, plain-looking young maid. Whale Star also won the 2021 Korea Content Grand Prize Presidential Award and has an upcoming live-action adaptation in the works. This remarkable work of historical fiction blends the emotional resonance of a fairy tale with a deeply human story about a pivotal period in Korean history.
Ize Press is also expanding its Solo Leveling lineup with several new offerings for fans of the worldwide phenomenon, including a Spanish-language edition of Solo Leveling (comic, novel, and audiobook), the Solo Leveling: Ragnarok novel, and Solo Leveling: The Board Game (Standard Edition and Ultimate Edition).
Solo Leveling (Spanish Edition)
By Chugong
Descubre el exitoso cómic de fantasía que arrasó en todo el mundo!
Conocido como el cazador más débil de la humanidad, la contribución de Jinwoo Sung—un cazador de rango E—a las incursiones se limita a intentar no morir en el intento. Por desgracia, entre las facturas médicas de su madre, la matrícula de su hermana, y su propia falta de perspectivas laborales, no le queda más remedio que seguir arriesgando la vida. Así que cuando surge la oportunidad de ganar más dinero, la aprovecha…¡solo para encontrarse cara a cara con un ser cuyo poder supera todo lo que jamás haya visto! Con el líder del grupo habiendo perdido un brazo y la única sanadora paralizada por el miedo, ¿logrará Jinwoo encontrar una salida para todos?
Ize Press is bringing the hit fantasy series to an even wider audience with the publication of a Spanish-language edition of Solo Leveling in comic, novel, and audiobook formats. This New York Times bestselling series received an award-winning anime adaptation that can be streamed on Crunchyroll, with two seasons available as of August 2026. The Solo Leveling (Spanish Edition) comic and novel will only be available in the United States and Canada, while the audiobook will be available worldwide.
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok (novel)
By Daul
THE SEQUEL NOVEL TO HIT FANTASY SERIES SOLO LEVELING!
In a world overrun by gates, monsters, and powerful hunters, Sooho Sung is nothing more than an ordinary college student. His parents disappeared just before the gates began appearing three years ago, and although he sometimes dreams of battling monsters and gaining levels like a character in a video game, there’s nothing particularly remarkable about him. That changes when a monster outbreak erupts on his college campus. With danger closing in, Sooho fights the urge to flee and follows in the footsteps of his police detective father, risking his life to save a classmate. His chances of survival seem slim—until a mysterious message appears: [Congratulations on becoming a Player.]
Ize Press published the first volume of the Solo Leveling: Ragnarok comic in July 2026. The novel expands the Solo Leveling universe beyond Jinwoo’s original journey, introducing readers to a new protagonist while exploring the consequences of the battles and choices that shaped the previous generation. With Sooho stepping into his father’s world, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok (novel) offers longtime fans a fresh perspective on the universe they know and a fresh entry point for new readers.
Solo Leveling: The Board Game (Standard Edition and Ultimate Edition)
Art by DUBU(REDICE STUDIO), Original Story by Chugong
[Congratulations on becoming a Player.]
Step into the shoes of your favorite characters from the bestselling novel and comic, Solo Leveling! Form a party of up to four players and go on an epic campaign to defeat seven iconic boss monsters from the series, with fun twists to keep each round as entertaining as the last. Venturing on a solo quest? Then take up the mantle of the protagonist, Jinwoo Sung himself, in the Solo Leveling campaign mode.
Arise, Hunter, for the fate of humanity is in your hands!
Solo Leveling: The Board Game is a premium tabletop experience that lets fans step into the world of Solo Leveling in a new way. This TRPG is a cooperative tactical board game for one to four players, allowing Solo Leveling fans to take on the roles of hunters from the series to clear dungeons by battling familiar bosses. Each dungeon introduces its own unique mechanics, challenging players to adapt their strategies from one adventure to the next. With multiple playable hunters, each featuring distinct personalities and abilities, every playthrough offers a fresh and dynamic experience. Solo Leveling: The Board Game includes 3D miniature figures for both hunters and monsters, various dungeon boards and boss screens, and other components such as dice, health and mana dials, item cards, tokens, and more! Solo Leveling: The Board Game will have both a Standard Edition as well as an Ultimate Edition, which adds a cute Beru plushie, a Colossus figure, placemats, acrylic standees of the bosses, and other exclusive items. A full list of contents will be available once preorders open.
During the “Yen Press Industry Panel” at Anime NYC, Ize Press had numerous announcements, including its first foray into tabletop gaming. The imprint of Yen Press revealed that the popular manhwa, anime, and light novel Solo Leveling will be adapted into a board game based on the story from Chugong and featuring art by DUBU(REDICE STUDIO).
Step into the shoes of your favorite characters from the bestselling novel and comic, Solo Leveling! Form a party of up to four players and go on an epic campaign to defeat seven iconic boss monsters from the series, with fun twists to keep each round as entertaining as the last. Venturing on a solo quest? Then take up the mantle of the protagonist, Jinwoo Sung himself, in the Solo Leveling campaign mode.
Arise, Hunter, for the fate of humanity is in your hands!
[Congratulations on becoming a Player.]
Solo Leveling: The Board Game is a premium tabletop experience that lets fans step into the world of Solo Leveling in a new way. This TRPG is a cooperative tactical board game for one to four players, allowing Solo Leveling fans to take on the roles of hunters from the series to clear dungeons by battling familiar bosses. Each dungeon introduces its own unique mechanics, challenging players to adapt their strategies from one adventure to the next. With multiple playable hunters, each featuring distinct personalities and abilities, every playthrough offers a fresh and dynamic experience. Solo Leveling: The Board Game includes 3D miniature figures for both hunters and monsters, various dungeon boards and boss screens, and other components such as dice, health and mana dials, item cards, tokens, and more! Solo Leveling: The Board Game will have both a Standard Edition as well as an Ultimate Edition, which adds a cute Beru plushie, a Colossus figure, placemats, acrylic standees of the bosses, and other exclusive items. A full list of contents will be available once preorders open.
At the Yen Press Industry Panel during San Diego Comic-Con, Ize Press unveiled the upcoming print publication of two celebrated Boys Love webcomic series:Codename: Anastasiaand Mignon: Special Box Set w/USB. The announcements mark the English print debut for both titles, expanding Ize Press’s growing catalog of premium Korean comics and giving fans a new way to experience these beloved stories.
Mignon: Special Box Set w/USB
By Bboungbbangkkyu
Mignon is stuck living a vicious life as he joins underground cage fights every night. Facing constant violence and exploitation, he finds solace in Doctor Oh, the ring’s mysterious doctor who shows genuine concern for him. Despite his growing feelings, Mignon is content with their current relationship…until he discovers the doctor’s bloodthirsty identity and takes the chance to offer his help. Just as he can feel Doctor Oh’s heart opening to him, Mignon’s risky decisions come back to bite him—but he isn’t the only one whose dangerous lifestyle threatens to drag them down…
Digitally serialized on Lezhin, Mignon is a captivating BL manhwa following the romance between a kindhearted boxer and a reserved vampire. Mechanic by day and fighter by night, Mignon endures a brutal life of exploitation and violence. His only source of comfort is Doctor Oh, the quiet physician who treats his injuries. Even after learning that Doctor Oh is a vampire who secretly feeds on the blood of his patients, Mignon is determined to break through the doctor’s emotional walls and pursue a relationship with him.
Readers can now collect the complete comic series in one premium package. The Mignon: Special Box Set w/USB includes both volumes of the comic and special photocards. It also features a USB containing the complete uncensored hour-long animated film, along with an exclusive eleven-minute side story animation. As the digital media landscape continues to evolve, physical editions offer readers a lasting way to enjoy the stories they love. This collector’s box set provides a permanent home for Mignon, allowing readers to revisit the series whenever they like, independent of changes to digital platforms or online availability. The Mignon: Special Box Set w/USB is a must-have for BL fans looking for quick yet intense reads, grumpy/sunshine relationship dynamics, and spicy animated scenes.
Codename: Anastasia
Art by Han Original Story by Boyseason
When a piece of intel with disturbing implications on international power balance is uncovered, it falls on Taekjoo Kwon, an agent at NIS, to go on a top secret mission to Russia with one goal—track down the mysterious weapon, code-named “Anastasia,” which could threaten global peace! But what can one agent do by himself in an unfamiliar land? Thankfully, he has been set up with a capable local collaborator named Zhenya. But the bad news? The strikingly handsome Russian agent is about as stable as a Molotov cocktail—switching from a friendly, easygoing persona to that of a stone-cold murderer within moments! And making matters more complicated, Zhenya seems to have taken a keen interest in Taekjoo…
Codename: Anastasia is a gripping BL espionage thriller that blends high-stakes action, political intrigue, and slow-burn romance. Digitally serialized on Tappytoon with over two million views, this ongoing series follows the toxic relationship between an intelligence agent and an assassin. Codename: Anastasia is perfect for BL readers who enjoy dark romance, power imbalances, and psychological drama.
The English print edition of Codename: Anastasia is set to release in March 2027, while the Mignon: Special Box Set w/USB will be joining collections in January 2027. These two BL series will be available wherever books are sold, including major bookstores, online retailers, and independent comic book shops nationwide. More information will be announced in the coming months.
The highly anticipated sequel to the hit fantasy novel and comic SOLO LEVELING!
THE HEIR AWAKENS In a world of gates, monsters, and hunters galore, Sooho Sung is…
well, he’s just an ordinary college student.
Sure, his parents went missing right before the gates started appearing three years ago and he occasionally had a weird dream where he could beat up monsters and level up like in a video game, but other than that?
There’s absolutely nothing special about him.
So when a sudden monster outbreak occurs on his campus, he must fight against every instinct screaming at him to run away as he takes a page out of his police detective dad’s book and rushes to save his classmate.
The chances of making it out alive are looking bleak, until–PING!
[Congratulations on becoming a Player.
Original Story: Daul Art: JIN (Redice Studio) Adapted by: BRIX (Redice Studio) Translation: Hye Young Im Rewrite: J. Torres Letterer: Tansy Noon
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Ize Press, the English print publisher of some of the most beloved Korean webcomics and novels, has announced a special pop-up store featuring the fan-favorite fantasy franchises Solo Leveling andOmniscient Reader’s Viewpoint. The pop-up will be open from August 14 through August 30, 2026, at 238 E 6th Street in Manhattan, offering guests an immersive destination dedicated to two of the most influential Korean comic series in the world today.
The Ize Press Pop-Up Store is timed to coincide with the excitement surrounding Anime NYC, the largest anime convention on the East Coast. The store will be referred to as System Sync to represent both fandoms coming together to celebrate the two iconic fantasy stories that have captivated readers around the globe–with a nod to the world-governing systems that control the progression of each series.
Solo Leveling, the international juggernaut that has become one of the most successful webcomic and anime franchises of the decade, follows Jinwoo’s rise from the world’s weakest hunter to humanity’s most powerful force. Meanwhile, Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint has earned widespread acclaim for its inventive blend of action, fantasy, and meta-storytelling, following Dokja as the world around him transforms into the very novel he has spent years reading. These two series are regarded as masterpieces by fans of dungeon crawlers, LitRPG sagas, and survival fantasy stories. Ize Press, and its parent company Yen Press, publishes the English editions of the comics, novels, and audiobooks.
Throughout the pop-up’s run, visitors can browse a curated selection of books and merchandise inspired by both series, take photos with themed installations, and connect with fellow fans from around the world during one of New York City’s busiest anime and manga weekends. Customers will be the first to shop Ize Press’s original merchandise line, featuring exclusive, never-before-seen glow-in-the-dark Solo Leveling apparel as well as Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint shirts specially made for the System Sync pop-up. Visitors can also get their hands on highly coveted Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint merchandise imported directly from Korea, giving collectors access to items that are rarely available in North America. The pop-up will offer tiered minimum-spend premium rewards, giving shoppers the chance to earn exclusive gifts with purchase, including a commemorative double-sided tote bag celebrating both series.
The System Sync pop-up will also bring limited-time incentives such as a stamp rally between Anime NYC, collectible gifts like bookmarks and stickers for visitors, and bonus rewards for dedicated fans who attend in cosplay.
Other key merchandise:
Acrylic items such as keychains, standees, and plates
During the Yen Press Industry Panel at Anime Expo, Ize Press announced the acquisition and upcoming print publication of three webcomic series: Legroom, Philomel the Fake, and Footsteps in the Snow. The English print editions of all three titles are set to release in January 2027.
Legroom
By Dacto
Gitae Song wakes up locked in a windowless room with no memory of how he got there, and with one of his legs cut off. What keeps him from thinking it’s all some feverish nightmare is Jihun Cha, the man who brings him three meals a day with a gentle smile on his face. No matter how much Gitae curses, rages, and tries to fight him, Jihun treats him with nothing but sickly sweet affection. Though it disgusts him to the core, Gitae realizes his only chance at escape is to take advantage of his captor’s infatuation with him. But one wrong move, and there’s no telling what the smiling man will do—after all, the one who cut off Gitae’s leg is Jihun himself…
Legroom is a standalone mystery BL comic that follows a protagonist with memory loss and an adorable male lead who has a few screws loose. As fragments of Gitae’s lost memories begin to surface, he must unravel the truth behind his captivity, his missing leg, and the unsettling bond growing between him and his mysterious caretaker. Set during a zombie apocalypse with an unreliable narrator, this dystopian thriller is perfect for fans of series such as Radio Storm and Manner of Death. Serialized digitally on Lezhin, Legroom blends psychological suspense, mystery, and romance into a gripping story where nothing is quite as it seems.
Philomel the Fake
Art by LOGO Original Story by oaen
When Princess Philomel finds a mysterious novel that features herself as the villain, she’s quick to dismiss the similarities—sure, she may be a little spoiled, but she’s no evil impostor plotting the downfall of the empire! Or so she thinks, until the events written in the book start coming true, and she is forced to admit that it tells the truth, that she is what the story describes—a fake. And so begins her desperate struggle to change the future and avoid the horrific fate she suffers in the book!
Philomel the Fake is an ongoing romantasy manhwa about a neglected princess who is desperate to find where she truly belongs. Believing herself to be an impostor and counting down the days until the real princess reclaims her place, Philomel sets out to rewrite her prophesized story, uncovering secrets about her family and herself along the way. Serialized digitally on Tapas with over three million views, this dramatic fantasy comic is great for fans of reincarnation stories like Kill the Villainess and Villains Are Destined to Die.
Footsteps in the Snow
By SAISA
Blue snow falls from the sky, freezing everything it touches. In a world that has long forgotten warmth, a teenage boy named Sunwoo Seo struggles to survive. His prosthetic leg makes it even harder to walk in the deep snow, but he trudges on southward to keep a promise he made to a young girl he tragically couldn’t save. Apart from her frozen body he carries on his back, Sunwoo is all alone, until he is joined by a stranger with an oddly cheerful demeanor…and a bloody shovel in his hand.
Complete in one standalone volume, Footsteps in the Snow is a thought-provoking comic that is digitally serialized on WEBTOON with over four hundred thousand views. The story follows a teenage boy on a journey to bury his recently deceased child companion at her family home. As he travels through the snowy wasteland with his ill-fitting prosthetic leg, he encounters a religious eccentric who decides to help him achieve his goal. Together, they encounter death, hope, and the dark side of humanity in this captivating manhwa. Footsteps in the Snow is a perfect read for fans of short yet riveting comics such as Your Letter and The Horizon.
SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS. As the insect-human college students welcome a new semester, they are in turn greeted by the consequences and fruits of their previous labors. Suchan has found camaraderie and support in Huijin and friends, Professor Ji is absent after his sacrifice left him in a coma, and Breeder and his Predators have been brought to a standstill. Or…have they? Unbeknownst to NEST, Breeder is simply lying in wait for his seed of chaos to grow. And the moment of truth comes when the fear and insecurity he sowed in a force-fed Suchan sprout into terror and panic…Isolated, alone, and accused of giving in to his feed training, will Suchan play right into Breeder’s hands? Or will he fall into the clutches of a mysterious new anti-NEST group first?
Story: Hyeong Eun Art: Juder Translation: Ah Cho Letterer: Adam Jankowski
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