Seven Seas Announces New Licenses
Published May 7 2026 by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Seven Seas Entertainment revealed a batch of upcoming releases covering manga, light novels, and audiobooks. Below is a quick rundown of each title, its creators, and a short synopsis.
Record of Chrono’s War: Apparently I’m Only the Strongest in Bed
Format: Manga (Ghost Ship imprint) – January 2027
Creators: Ayumu Saitô (original novel), Yūmi Shirase (manga), Masato Mutsumi (novel artist)
Synopsis: After being summoned to another world on the day of his high‑school entrance exams, Chrono Crawford becomes a lord‑general leading an army of demihumans. He fights for equality in a world rife with discrimination, but his mission takes an unexpected turn when a half‑elf beauty confesses her love. Can Chrono balance his duties with the alluring challenges of romance?
The Dangers in My Heart: The Romantic Comedy Won’t Start (Spinoff)
Format: Manga – January 2027
Creators: Norio Sakurai (original manga), Haika Nanasaka (manga)
Synopsis: The story shifts focus from Kyotaro to his sister, Kana Ichikawa. While Kana has a bustling circle of female friends, she’s never had a boyfriend. Determined to enjoy her life, she suddenly notices someone harboring secret feelings for her, setting the stage for her own romantic adventure.
The Horizon Will Soon Shine
Format: Manga (BL label) – March 2027
Creator: Yuki Fumino
Synopsis: High‑schooler Kaisei finds a mysterious young man collapsed on the street and takes him in. The stranger, dubbed “Nora,” refuses to reveal his past. As they grow closer, Kaisei learns why Nora ran away and, in turn, opens up about his own hidden pain and regrets.
Chii’s Winged Life
Format: Manga – March 2027
Creator: Taiki Akitoki
Synopsis: After moving to the countryside, carefree Chii explores mountain roads with her childhood friend Sen‑chan. A sudden incident sprouts tiny wings on her back, thrusting her into an unexpected, whimsical adventure.
The Clingy New Hire Keeps Asking Me Out
Format: Manga – February 2027
Creators: Eko Nagiki (original novel), Bunga (manga), ReTake (novel artist)
Synopsis: Office drone Kazama Masato just wants to finish work and go home—until the enthusiastic new hire Inami Nagisa starts flirting, teasing, and generally making his life harder. Despite his attempts to stay aloof, Masato can’t help but wonder if there’s more to his irritation than he’d like to admit.
A Serious Error in Chihaya‑chan’s Reputation (Light Novels)
Format: Light Novels (Airship imprint) – January 2027
Creators: Hisumi (story), Doyou (art)
Synopsis: Socially anxious Chihaya lands a remote job operating a humanoid “Actanoid” and joins an expedition to the New World. Though she struggles with communication, her innate talent for piloting and quick thinking earns her a reputation as a “warmonger,” despite her desire to stay under the radar.
Villager A Wants to Save the Villainess No Matter What!
Format: Light Novels (Airship imprint) – January 2027
Creators: Kōtarō Isshiki (story), Parum (art)
Synopsis: Reborn NPC Allen knows he has only a few years to prevent the heroine from destroying his world. Armed with meta‑knowledge of the otome game’s plot, he climbs the ranks to become a C‑rank adventurer, hoping to change fate and rescue the true villainess.
When a Clueless First‑Person Shooter Player Falls into Another World (Audiobook)
Format: Audiobook (Siren imprint) – June 18 2026
Creators: Jiraigen (story), Mark Sanderlin (narrator), UGUME (art)
Synopsis: FPS legend Schwarz becomes literally trapped inside his favorite VR battle royale. With swords and magic replacing guns, he must adapt his gaming instincts to survive a fantasy realm filled with monsters and obstacles.
Betrothed to My Sister’s Ex (Audiobook)
Format: Audiobook (Siren imprint) – June 11 2026
Creators: Tobirano (story), Jennifer Sun Bell (narrator), Mai Murasaki (art)
Synopsis: Overlooked sister Marie meets the striking Count Kyros, who later proposes to her flawless older sister Anastasia. A mysterious dress meant for Marie arrives with the proposal—could a mistake spark an unexpected romance?
Source: Seven Seas press releases.
