New Anime Broadcast in July 2026! Two Volumes of 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha MOVIE 1st' Comic New Editions Released Simultaneously. Includes Newly Drawn Manga & Free Campaign for Popular Works!

Gakken Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; President: Tatsuya Nanjo), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo; President: Hiroaki Miyahara), released two volumes of Nora Comics 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha MOVIE 1st THE COMICS 1 & 2 New Edition' simultaneously on April 28, 2026. In addition, to commemorate the release, a free campaign for previously published new editions will start sequentially from the same day.

■ Summer 2026: The Legendary Magical Girl Returns. Complete the 'Story of Encounter' Before the New Broadcast!

Since its first broadcast in 2004, the 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha Series' has created numerous legends in the anime world. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2024, the long-awaited complete new TV anime 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance' is finally set to broadcast this July.

▲ TV Anime 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance' Key Visual (Broadcasting July 2026)

As excitement reaches its peak for the new broadcast, the 'original manga adaptation' depicting the first meeting of Nanoha and Fate, the series' origin, is finally being released as a new edition featuring deluxe bonuses. Furthermore, a 'Free Campaign for Published Series' will be held simultaneously to allow fans to delve deeper into the story. We offer a 'nostalgic yet new volume' for long-time fans and an 'ideal introductory volume' for those new to the series.

▲ 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha MOVIE 1st THE COMICS 1 & 2 / 2 Limited Edition' released in 2010-2011 (Published by Gakken)

■ New Editions Include Rare Episodes Originally in Theatrical Pamphlets and Specially Drawn New Content!

This new edition is packed with original elements. In addition to new cover illustrations by Koji Hasegawa, each volume includes special content coveted by fans, such as a newly drawn episode by original creator Masaki Tsuzuki and artist Koji Hasegawa.

▲ 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha MOVIE 1st THE COMICS 1 & 2 New Edition' (Released April 28, 2026)

[Volume 1: Special Inclusion of Manga from Theatrical Pamphlets]
Includes precious short manga from 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha The MOVIE 1st' and '2nd A's' (Art: Koji Hasegawa), which were only available in the pamphlets at the time of theatrical release. *Some arrangements have been modified.

[Volume 2: Newly Drawn Work 'The best foursome']
A newly drawn, heartwarming episode where Nanoha, Alisa, and Suzuka welcome Fate to Uminari City. Their peaceful daily lives between intense battles are a must-see.

▲ Newly Drawn Manga for the New Edition (Page 1)

■ Golden Week Dyed in 'Nanoha'. Free Campaign Implemented
To commemorate the release of the new edition, previously published new editions of 'A's' and 'StrikerS' will be released for free for a limited time. This is a perfect opportunity to review the journey of Nanoha and her friends before the new anime broadcast.

The campaign will be held on the web manga site 'Comic Nora' (https://nora.gakken.jp).

▲ 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's New Edition' / 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS THE COMICS 1 & 2 New Edition' (Published by Gakken)

[Part 1] 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha A's New Edition' (8 episodes total)
- Period: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 – Friday, May 1, 2026
- Content: Free release up to Episode 5 (*Purchase required for Episode 6 onwards)

[Part 2] 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha StrikerS THE COMICS 1 & 2 New Edition' (17 episodes total)
- Period: Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (Substitute Holiday)
- Content: Free release up to Episode 10 (*Purchase required for Episode 11 onwards)

Click here for details on 'A's' and 'StrikerS':
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008396.000002535.html

■ Don't Miss Exclusive Purchase Benefits at Specialty Stores!
Customers who purchase Nora Comics 'Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha MOVIE 1st THE COMICS 1 & 2 New Edition' will receive limited benefits! These are original items available only here. For details, please check each sales site below.

- Animate Exclusive: B6 size Visual Board (Free)
- Gamers Exclusive: Original Acrylic Stand (Paid), Original Bromide (Free)
- Melonbooks Exclusive: Double-sided Poster (Free)
- Toranoana Exclusive: Original Postcard (Free)
- Amazon/Kindle Exclusive: