Monthly Comic Gene April 2026 Issue

Product Description:

The April 2026 issue of Monthly Comic Gene brings exciting updates for manga fans! The cover story features "Pro's Substitute" with a captivating opening color spread, alongside several other enticing series. As a special treat for collectors, the issue includes a clear file featuring artwork from "Hirano to Kagiura". Don’t miss out on this manga-packed edition!

Key Highlights:

• Cover Story & Opening Color Spread:

  • "Pro's Substitute" by Nanou (manga) and Mizuchi Jou (original story), with production collaboration by Kadokawa Aoba. This new series kicks off with vibrant colors and an engaging storyline that’s sure to capture the readers’ attention.

• Special Announcement:

  • The highly anticipated manga adaptation of the popular Chinese BL series "Occupation Substitute" begins its serialization! Fans of the original work won’t want to miss this.

• Special Freebie:

  • "Hirano to Kagiura" fans can enjoy a replica original artwork-style clear file as a special freebie.

• Center Color Pages:

  • "Funeral Master and the Noble Detective" – a dark and intriguing tale illustrated by Hama Tsushiki, based on the original story by Minazuki Sen with character designs by Futaba Hazuki.

  • "My Dream Author Turned Out to Be Not Human" – a quirky, supernatural manga with illustrations by Aio Touji, based on the original story by Sakamura Mikage, and character designs by Sky Emma.

• Serial Resumption:

  • "Venom: The Courtship Syndrome" – After a hiatus, this exciting series resumes with Shamoji handling the manga, Kinosaki and Kairiki Bear providing the story, and Nou on character designs.

Table of Contents:

• Pro's Substitute: Main feature, opening color spread, and debut.

• Occupation Substitute: A new chapter in the Chinese BL world with its manga adaptation.

• Hirano to Kagiura: Special collectible clear file with replica original artwork.

• Funeral Master and the Noble Detective: A supernatural mystery unfolds with vibrant center pages.

• My Dream Author Turned Out to Be Not Human: Centered around fantasy and eccentric characters.

• Venom: The Courtship Syndrome: Resumed serialization with thrilling new developments.