Dragon Quest Creator Gets an RPG-Style Biographical Manga in Japan

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Dragon Quest Creator Gets an RPG-Style Biographical Manga in Japan

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Ever wonder what a real‑life “level‑up” looks like? Yuji Horii—the mastermind behind Dragon Quest—gets his own RPG‑style biography, and it’s hitting Japanese shelves on Feb. 24.

The 160‑page manga treats Horio’s life as a classic quest: childhood on Awaji Island is the tutorial, fellow developers become party members, and pivotal career crossroads appear as branching story events. While the bulk of the adventure spotlights his Dragon Quest saga, you’ll also catch nods to his work on Chrono Trigger and other adventure titles. Artist Iori Makoto brings the panels to life, and Horii himself supervised the project, even dropping an interview at the end for extra fan service.

Why it matters: Shogakukan’s biographical line has already turned legends like PokĂ©mon creator Satoshi Tajiri into cult‑class reads. This volume could become the go‑to source on one of JRPG’s most influential designers—especially as Horii steers the long‑awaited Dragon Quest XII toward release.

Only Japanese for now, no translation announced. Keep an eye out; it might be the ultimate “behind‑the‑scenes” quest guide for any RPG fan.

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