The latest installment in the Duel Masters LOST manga series, titled Duel Masters LOST ~Bōkyaku no Taiyō~ (Duel Masters LOST ~Oblivion Sun~), has officially begun its serialization on Shogakukan’s Weekly CoroCoro Comic website. Alongside the manga’s launch, it has been confirmed that an anime adaptation is slated to debut in early 2026, continuing the “alternate time story” of the popular trading card game franchise.
The Latest Chapter in the Duel Masters LOST Saga
Authored by original Duel Masters creator Shigenobu Matsumoto and illustrated by Yō Kanebayashi, Duel Masters LOST ~Bōkyaku no Taiyō~ marks the third part of the Duel Masters LOST narrative. This new manga installment resumed on a recent Wednesday, following an initial plan to launch in the spring. The serialization on Shogakukan’s Weekly CoroCoro Comic website ensures that fans can readily follow the unfolding story.
Continuing the “Oblivion Sun” Storyline
The Duel Masters LOST project delves into an “alternate time story” that runs concurrently with the events of the Duel Masters Win series. It centers on 16-year-old protagonist Win Kirifuda, who awakens in Shinjuku City, Tokyo, having lost all his memories following a significant defeat. The story explores his journey to reclaim a world he once cherished.
This latest manga, ~Bōkyaku no Taiyō~, is a direct sequel to the previously concluded Duel Masters LOST ~Gekka no Shinigami~ (Duel Masters LOST: Reaper of the Moon) manga, which ended in February. Gekka no Shinigami itself followed Duel Masters LOST Tsuioku no Suishō (Duel Masters LOST: Crystal of Remembrance), establishing a continuous narrative within this distinct branch of the Duel Masters universe.
Anime Adaptation Confirmed for Early 2026
Excitement for the Duel Masters LOST storyline is further amplified by the announcement of an anime adaptation for Duel Masters LOST ~Bōkyaku no Taiyō~, scheduled to premiere in early 2026. While the animation studio for this specific installment has not been explicitly stated in recent announcements, J.C.STAFF produced the anime adaptations for previous Duel Masters LOST entries, including Duel Masters LOST Tsuioku no Suishō and Duel Masters LOST ~Gekka no Shinigami~.
The anime series for the LOST project has notably featured Shotaro Uzawa reprising his role as Win Kirifuda and Wataru Hatano as Abyssbell = Jashin Emperor (Jashin-kun), bringing familiar voices to these alternate-timeline characters.
The Enduring Legacy of Duel Masters
The Duel Masters franchise, which began in 1999 as a manga adaptation of Magic: The Gathering before branching into its own multimedia property in 2002, continues to expand its rich universe with new manga, anime, trading card games, and video games. The Duel Masters LOST project represents a fresh exploration of its characters and lore, offering fans an intriguing “what if” scenario that adds depth to the overarching narrative. This consistent evolution ensures the franchise remains a dynamic and engaging world for its long-standing fanbase and new enthusiasts alike.
