New One-Shot Manga from Muioka: "Sukeban Gorilla" Released on Shonen Jump+
Mobuko no Koi creator Muioka has appeared before Shonen Jump+ readers with a new one-shot work, "Sukeban Gorilla". Released on June 18, 2024, this special chapter follows a former girl gang leader (sukeban) who enrolls in a comedy school with dreams of becoming a comedian and reunites there with a former classmate from her past.
The manga humorously depicts the protagonist's tough demeanor, known by the nickname "Gorilla" from her past, as well as her efforts to prove herself in the world of comedy. According to a report by Natalie, this one-shot work by Muioka is available for free on Shonen Jump+'s digital platform. The author's previous success with the romantic comedy Mobuko no Koi merges with a comedy-focused story in this new work.
Muioka is a well-known name within Shonen Jump+. In particular, the series Mobuko no Koi gained a large fanbase for its heartfelt portrayal of an ordinary girl's love life. The author's skill in character writing and ability to capture comedic situations from everyday life are also evident in "Sukeban Gorilla". This one-shot manga is also part of Shonen Jump+'s "one-shot" tradition, which offers talented mangaka the opportunity to try out new ideas.
One-shot mangas are typically evaluated based on reader reactions to decide whether they will become a series. If "Sukeban Gorilla" gains popularity, it may become a regular series in the future. Fans of Muioka will likely want to see the comedy-filled adventures of these new characters in a longer format. For now, it's worth checking out Shonen Jump+ to not miss this one-shot story.
