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The latest volume of “The Chronicles of Arslan,” Volume 25, goes on sale October 8! A special edition with bonus items is also available!

Volume 25, the latest installment of the hugely popular manga *The Chronicles of Arslan*—based on the original story by Yoshiki Tanaka and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa, currently serialized in *Bessatsu Shonen Magazine* (Kodansha)—will go on sale on October 8, 2026.

[Update] September 18, 2026: Information on Volume 25 of “The Heroic Legend of Arslan” has been added.

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The latest volume of “The Chronicles of Arslan,” Volume 25: “Special Edition with Clear Bookmark”

In addition to the standard edition, a special edition of the latest Volume 25, complete with clear bookmarks, will be released simultaneously!

The set includes clear bookmarks featuring Arslan, Daryun, Narsus, Ester, Hilmes, and the Snake King (6 varieties total)!

October, when Volume 25 goes on sale, is the season for reading! Slip your favorite clear bookmark into your manga, novels, or any book that catches your eye, and charge into battle (Yashasheen) with Arslan and the gang anytime, anywhere!!

View the Special Edition with Clear Bookmark on Amazon

Synopsis of the Latest Volume (Vol. 25) of Yoshiki Tanaka and Hiromu Arakawa’s “The Chronicles of Arslan”

Devouring countless sacrifices and lapping up their blood, the Serpent King moves to seize control of the capital.

The royal capital has been ravaged by King Andragoras, who is controlled by the Snake King.
The palace is under lockdown, and the Snake King’s army attacks both Arslan—who is marching to defeat the Snake King—and Hilmes, a descendant of his arch-rival Kai Hoshro!
Meanwhile, outside the sealed “King’s Gate,” the fierce general Kubard attempts a breach and engages in a life-and-death battle with the Snake King…!

With evil powers true to legend, the Snake King drenches the capital and his comrades in blood—
Does the boy who “cannot use Luknabard” have any way to defeat the Snake King…!?

When is the release date for Volume 25, the latest volume of Yoshiki Tanaka and Hiromu Arakawa’s “The Chronicles of Arslan”?

The latest volume (Vol. 25) of “The Chronicles of Arslan,” the world’s greatest historical fantasy created by the unbeatable duo of Hiromu Arakawa and Yoshiki Tanaka, will be released on Thursday, October 8, 2026!

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Yoshiki Tanaka and Hiromu Arakawa’s “The Heroic Legend of Arslan”: Synopsis (Recap) of the Previous Volume, Volume 24

The Legend of Darkness Returns—The Serpent King Zahhak is Reborn.

The royal capital has been turned into a living hell by the sorcerers’ schemes.
Monstrous beasts attack the people, and the heroes of Pars, who met tragic ends, are resurrected by dark powers and turn their blades against their former comrades.
Taking advantage of the chaos, the Serpent Demon King creeps toward the throne.
Having obtained the body of Andragoras, the mightiest of kings, he descends into the mortal realm.
Leading the Parsian army, his target is Arslan’s life…!
As Arslan resolves to defeat the Serpent King, the demon-ruled capital bares its fangs at him!!

Introduction to “The Chronicles of Arslan” by Yoshiki Tanaka and Hiromu Arakawa

Arslan, the young prince of “Pars,” a powerful nation on the Continental Highway.
When the glory of a nation thought to last forever comes to an end, everyone’s fate changes!!
The latest installment of the world’s greatest historical fantasy, brought to life by the unbeatable duo of Hiromu Arakawa and Yoshiki Tanaka!

The nation is ablaze… Just how vast is the world?
Arslan, prince of the mighty kingdom of “Pars,” was still a nobody, driven only by his boundless curiosity.
When Arslan—who had been called “reliable,” “timid,” and “lacking in ability”—turned 14, pagans from a distant land invaded Pars.
Arslan faced his first battle. The strength of the Parsian army was unmatched throughout history.
Everyone believed this battle would also end in a decisive Parsian victory…
Arslan’s fate plunges into the abyss!

A turbulent heroic saga begins!!

Yoshiki Tanaka and Hiromu Arakawa’s “The Heroic Legend of Arslan”—Latest Volume 25 on Sale October 8!

Standard Edition Sales Site	[Amazon]Product Page [Animate] Product Page
Special Edition Sales Site	[Amazon]Product Page [Animate]Product Page
Buy the Complete Series	[Amazon]Kindle E-book Bundle
Release Date	October 8, 2026
Authors	Yoshiki Tanaka / Hiromu Arakawa
Price	Standard Edition: 594 yen (tax included) Special Edition: 1,540 yen (tax included)
ISBN	Standard Edition ISBN-10: 4065449464 ISBN-13: 978-4065449462 Special Edition ISBN-10: 4065449456 ISBN-13: 978-4065449455
Related Links	Official Website for the TV Anime “The Chronicles of Arslan”