Deadpool: Samurai Manga on Hiatus
Deadpool Meets the Samurai World
Deadpool: Samurai has taken the classic Marvel character and thrown him into a whole new world—Japan’s feudal and modern culture, mixing samurai traditions with the over-the-top antics of Wade Wilson.
Written by Sanshirou Kasama and illustrated by Hikaru Uesugi, the manga follows Deadpool’s journey as he teams up with Japan’s top superheroes and samurai descendants to battle against an array of villains. Wade’s signature humor and fourth-wall-breaking antics remain front and center, often addressing the absurdity of the situation he finds himself in.
In the manga, Deadpool is recruited by the Avengers to work with the Samurai Squad, a group of elite fighters in Japan. Along the way, he meets Sakura Spider, a Japanese version of Spider-Man, and Loki, the trickster god, both of whom add interesting dynamics to the story.
A Hiatus After Major Story Arcs
The manga’s hiatus comes just after a significant storyline, where Deadpool teams up with My Hero Academia's All Might and battles a wave of villains led by Loki, who schemes to bring chaos to the world. This crossover event has been one of the highlights of the series, merging fan-favorite elements from the Marvel and Japanese superhero worlds.
Wade Wilson’s irreverent personality clashes in hilarious and action-packed ways with the more serious Japanese heroes, and fans have particularly enjoyed the unique approach Kasama and Uesugi have taken in this crossover universe. The hiatus leaves readers at a climactic point, eagerly awaiting the next developments.
What Comes Next?
No timeline for the return of Deadpool: Samurai has been given, which has led to speculation about what the break means for the future of the manga. Whether the hiatus is a short-term break or a sign of bigger changes in production remains unclear. Fans are left hoping that Wade Wilson’s journey in Japan will continue with the same explosive energy and humor that has defined the series so far.
For now, fans can re-read previous chapters and speculate on the chaos that will undoubtedly ensue when Deadpool inevitably returns to wreak havoc on the manga world once again.