Get ready, Titans fans! Kodansha just dropped a massive announcement today (9/2): September 9th has officially been certified by the Japan Anniversary Association as 'Attack on Titan Day'!
Why September 9th, you ask? That's the legendary date back in 2009 when "Attack on Titan" first burst onto the scene in the inaugural issue of "Bessatsu Shonen Magazine". Since September 9th marks the start date of the series' serialization, it has been recognized as 'Attack on Titan Day'.
▼ Check out the official certification from the Japan Anniversary Association!
To celebrate the official establishment of 'Attack on Titan Day,' a special key visual has been unveiled. The overall design features "September 9th" and the "Nine Titans," which symbolize the series' world, with the 'Attack on Titan Day' logo, inspired by the "Founding Titan," placed in the bottom right of the visual.
But wait, there's more! In conjunction with this epic anniversary, several special projects will launch on September 9th. Starting at 0:00 AM on September 9th, Kodansha's official free manga app, "Magazine Pocket" (Magapoke), will offer a limited-time 99-hour free read of "Attack on Titan" up to chapter 99!
On the same day, Weekly Shonen Magazine's first physical store, "Magazine Shop," will unleash special merchandise commemorating the official establishment of 'Attack on Titan Day.' In addition to items featuring the 'Attack on Titan Day' commemorative key visual, fans can also grab exclusive goods with brand-new illustrations by Hajime Isayama. These fresh illustrations depict Eren, Levi, and Erwin looking sharp in new formal attire, making a stylish appearance.
And the festivities don't stop there! A special live broadcast is scheduled for the evening of September 9th to celebrate 'Attack on Titan Day.' The broadcast will feature none other than the voice actors themselves: Yuki Kaji (Eren Yeager), Yui Ishikawa (Mikasa Ackerman), and Hiro Shimono (Connie Springer). The official announcement promises a treasure trove of the latest information related to "Attack on Titan" will be revealed during the program!
Who saw this coming?! The official team is dropping the 'Attack on Titan Day' announcement right now, and honestly, we're here for it! Looks like we'll have an annual celebration to keep the series' colossal legacy going strong for years to come. Talk about a titan-sized treat for fans!
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