Kohei Horikoshi has confirmed that his next manga project will be a horror series, giving fans their first clear idea of what he plans to do after ending My Hero Academia. The update comes soon after the final chapter of the long-running Shueisha title, which closed out the story that made Horikoshi one of the biggest names in modern manga.
The announcement points to a major shift in tone for the creator. My Hero Academia centered on Izuku Midoriya, UA Academy, and a world of aspiring heroes, while this newly confirmed work moves Horikoshi toward horror instead of superhero action. Based on the available report, there has been no sign that the My Hero Academia cast is about to return.
That makes the new manga especially notable for readers who have been wondering what Horikoshi would tackle next. Even though specific plot details are still limited, the confirmation alone is enough to generate interest, since it suggests the artist is ready to explore a very different kind of story after finishing his signature series.
For now, the biggest takeaway is simple: Kohei Horikoshi is not immediately revisiting My Hero Academia, and his next confirmed step is a new horror manga. As more information emerges, attention will likely stay focused on how the creator transitions from a hit hero franchise to a darker new genre.
