YLAB STUDIOS Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yoon Inan), the Japanese subsidiary of YLAB Co., Ltd., has launched three collaborative manga projects with BANDAI Co., Ltd.—'Killing Guard,' 'Reversal of No Mercy: A Genius Gamer's Invincibility in the Real World with Cheat Items,' and 'Meteor Maiden: Chosen as the Galaxy's Strongest Girl'—with consecutive releases beginning in June 2026.

'Killing Guard,' the latest title in the project released on June 27 (Sat), achieved a strong debut by ranking No. 1 in daily readership among male readers and No. 4 overall during its first weekend.

Highlights of the New Title 'Killing Guard'

After 'Iron Fist,' now comes 'Guard'! What's behind a 248% protection success rate!?

The main character, Ryuushin, is the undisputed strongest bodyguard, boasting an astonishing 248% protection success rate. The story gradually reveals the secret behind his overwhelming track record.

Moreover, the various weapons used by Ryuushin in the series—capable of deflecting all attacks, even 'Iron Fists'—are designed by PLEX Co., Ltd., a company within the Bandai Namco Group known for creating numerous character and item designs.

The fusion of YLAB's powerful storytelling, a leader in the WEBTOON industry, with PLEX's intricate and captivating mechanical designs results in 'ultimate weapons' that are sure to captivate readers of all ages.

Lineup of the Three Highly Anticipated Titles Released in Succession

Please also look forward to the full lineup of this collaboration project, with serializations launching one after another starting in June.

1. 'Killing Guard'

[Synopsis] Ryuushin, the ultimate bodyguard guided by the philosophy that 'if there's no danger, there's no need for protection,' infiltrates enemy territory alone to eradicate a terrorist organization. There, he uncovers the dark corruption of his former employer, the protection agency 'Shilder,' which secretly colludes with terrorists for profit and deliberately creates threats. Now branded a heretic traitor, Ryuushin finds himself hunted by both former comrades and terrorists alike. To fulfill his personal belief in 'perfect protection,' he begins a solitary battle to eliminate every enemy!

2. 'Reversal of No Mercy: A Genius Gamer's Invincibility in the Real World with Cheat Items'

[Synopsis] Han Yoone, once a legendary player in a nationally beloved e-sports scene, now lives a difficult life after retiring due to a hand injury. One day, when he defeats the final boss in a VR game, the game suddenly ends—and in-game items begin appearing in the real world. In a world thrown into chaos, there's only one way to survive: become 'the strongest' once again. A survival battle begins as he crushes countless players on his way to the top of the game!

3. 'Meteor Maiden: Chosen as the Galaxy's Strongest Girl'

[Synopsis] Several years after the night his mother disappeared during a meteor shower, an ordinary high school boy named Amamiya Seira encounters a mysterious beautiful girl, Shiho, who arrives alongside a falling star. She suddenly declares, 'I'm here to protect you from alien threats,' and without understanding why, Seira finds himself thrust into a chaotic cohabitation. Thus begins a meteoric story blending sci-fi, romance comedy, and action, set against the backdrop of everyday life on Earth!

A powerful collaboration between YLAB Group, creator of the global hit 'Iron Fist Teacher,' and Bandai, a leader in Japan's toy and hobby industry. Stay tuned for future developments and growing impact.

[Company Overview]

YLAB STUDIOS Co., Ltd.

Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo CEO: Yoon Inan Overview: Japanese subsidiary of YLAB (headquartered in Seoul, South Korea), the company behind globally successful WEBTOONs including the original manga of the Netflix global No. 1 drama 'Iron Fist Teacher.'

Website: https://ylabstudios.com/

BANDAI Co., Ltd.

Website: https://www.bandai.co.jp/

PLEX Co., Ltd.

Website: https://www.plex-web.com/

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: リリース
  • Organizations: YLAB