Hari's New Manga Series 'Ice Prince Targeted by Desert Princess' Launches on Gangan Online
A new romantic comedy is making its mark on the manga world. Mangaka Hari's highly anticipated series "Ice Prince Targeted by Desert Princess" (originally titled "Hyōkōshi wa Sabaku no Hime ni Nerawareru") launched on the Gangan Online app on June 9, 2024. This digital platform under Square Enix is known for hosting many popular series, including giants like Magi and Fullmetal Alchemist.
The story revolves around the children of rulers from two completely opposite countries. The prince of a cold and snowy kingdom and the princess of a hot desert land come together for a political alliance. However, their personalities are as different as their homelands: the tension between the icy, aloof prince and the fiery, determined princess quickly turns into an amusing conflict. Hari skillfully blends the 'opposites attract' formula with a successful sense of humor and plenty of misunderstandings.
Although Hari has previously published short stories in various magazines, this is the mangaka's first long-running series written for Gangan Online. The author's drawing style, which focuses on character dialogues and physical comedy, particularly appeals to readers interested in the romantic comedy genre. Thanks to Gangan Online's weekly update system, the series will regularly provide new chapters to its followers.
For fans of this genre, "Ice Prince Targeted by Desert Princess" is not just a love story, but also a reflection of the comedic moments arising from the clash of two different cultures. With the rise of digital manga platforms in Japan, applications like Gangan Online are opening doors for new talent. If you enjoy romantic tension between contrasting characters and a light-hearted comedy, it's worth adding this series to your list. All eyes are now on whether the prince's icy heart will succumb to the desert princess's warmth.
