A Fresh Breather in Jump: Motor Sports Manga "HAL FORMULA" from the Creator of "Green Green Greens" Begins
A new racing wind has blown through the legendary pages of Weekly Shonen Jump! The new series "HAL FORMULA" by Kento Terasaka officially started with the 29th issue of Jump, released on June 15. Terasaka, previously known for "Green Green Greens" (a golf-themed manga), now dives full throttle into the motorsports track. The first chapter aims to make readers directly feel the racing excitement and the characters' ambitions.
Although details about the new series are still limited, it is thought that "HAL FORMULA" references formula racing, with "HAL" meaning "half" in Japanese. Terasaka's refined drawing style and character-focused narrative from his previous series seem to continue in this new work. The first chapter deals with a young racing driver's struggle on the track and his confrontation with his own inner obstacles. The announcement on Jump's official website highlights the promise of "a story full of speed, strategy, and passion."
So why is this news important? Kento Terasaka managed to make Jump readers love a niche subject like golf with "Green Green Greens", which started in 2020 and ended in 2022. Now he is tackling a field with a huge fanbase both in Japan and worldwide: motorsports. This genre, previously marked by series like "Initial D" and "Capeta", could gain a new breath with "HAL FORMULA". Terasaka's emphasis on character psychology in sports manga could elevate this series beyond an ordinary racing comic.
More details about the series will become clear in the coming weeks. New series in Jump are usually evaluated by reader surveys within the first 10 chapters, and their continuation is decided. For now, we look forward to "HAL FORMULA" with anticipation. If motorsports and compelling character dramas interest you, we recommend adding this series to your reading list. The second chapter will be published in the 30th issue of Jump, and the series' path will become clearer.
