The Scissor Seven Universe Expands: Spin-Off Titled HEIBAI Announced
One of the most popular Chinese animations of recent years, Scissor Seven (Killer Seven), is expanding its universe. The newly announced spin-off series, HEIBAI, will be set 25 years before the main story and will focus on two characters familiar to fans: Mo Lang and Bai Qi. This news was first reported by Anime Corner.
Although HEIBAI (which means "black and white" in Chinese) has currently been announced only as a project, it is stated that it will bear the signature of the series creator, He Xiaofeng. The original Scissor Seven is a donghua that has been airing since 2018 and has reached a wide global audience via Netflix. It stands out with its unique humor, its protagonist Seven who uses an unusual pair of scissors, and its poignant story. The spin-off is expected to shed light on the past of this universe.
Mo Lang and Bai Qi were supporting characters who played important roles in Seven's journey in the main series; clues about the history between the duo had previously been provided through flashbacks. HEIBAI will fill this gap by showing viewers the youth of the two characters, the bond between them, and the events that made them who they are today. This type of prequel narrative is an exciting development for fans who love the depth of the Scissor Seven world.
While there is no definite release date yet, the spin-off is expected to be introduced at one of the major animation festivals in China and released on a platform (likely Bilibili and subsequently Netflix) in 2025. The fourth season of the original series concluded in 2023, and it was rumored that a fifth season was on the way. It seems that HEIBAI will not only take the Scissor Seven universe back in time but will also continue to nurture its fan base by offering new character dynamics. We will be following the developments!
