The highly popular comedy ecchi anime High School DxD has just received a major boost, following an official announcement that the series has surpassed 7.8 million copies in circulation.
On May 1, 2024, the official X (formerly Twitter) account for High School DxD teased an exciting update.
Many fans speculated that this could finally be the long-awaited confirmation of Season 5. However, instead of a new season announcement, it was revealed that the series had reached a significant sales milestone.
The staff celebrated the achievement, stating, “School, battle, romantic comedy, and b**bs…! This work, which has many fun features, has become available in many languages.”
Notably, they also reassured fans by adding, “Not just novels, DxD will continue in all forms. Everyone, please continue to support us!”
Along with this announcement, an exclusive illustration by original light novel artist Miyama-Zero was shared, further exciting longtime fans of the series.
Author Ichiei Ishibumi Addresses Fans About Delays
Alongside the milestone announcement, High School DxD’s original author, Ichiei Ishibumi, took the opportunity to address fans who have been patiently waiting for the series’ return, as well as updates on his other work, Fallen Dog God -SLASHDOG-.
Ishibumi explained, “Due to my ongoing medical treatment and recuperation, I apologize for the delay in releasing new volumes of Shin High School DxD and Fallen Angel Slashdog. I hope you can wait a little longer.”
His message reassured fans that while progress has been slow, he remains committed to continuing both series once his health improves.
New High School DxD Light Novel Set for Release
Although fans will have to wait longer for the original series’ continuation, there is still exciting news on the horizon. The previously announced Junior High School DxD (JDxD), written by Rippu Shinonome, is officially set to launch on May 17, 2024.
First revealed during a 2023 live stream by publisher Fantasia Bunko, JDxD has now been confirmed as the first installment of a multi-work series.
The official anime account hyped the upcoming novel by stating, “The soul and fun of this story is truly DxD. This is a high-quality manuscript.”
Additionally, Ishibumi himself will oversee the project, with Miyama-Zero returning to illustrate the series, ensuring it stays faithful to the original DxD aesthetic.
Where to Watch High School DxD
For those looking to relive the action-packed, supernatural adventures of Issei and Rias, Crunchyroll streams all four seasons of High School DxD.
The platform describes the series as:
“A war between heaven and hell is raging on Earth—and hormonal fury is raging in Issei’s pants. Enter curvy redhead Rias, president of The Occult Research Club: a club that doesn’t actually research the occult. They are the occult—and Rias is a Devil!”
With High School DxD continuing to expand in various formats, fans eagerly await further updates on the next anime installment. Until then, the upcoming Junior High School DxD novel is sure to keep the DxD spirit alive!
