Aimi Shiba's "Dragon Quest 4-Koma Manga Theater: The False Hero," released today. Those classic Dragon Quest four-panel comics are reborn for the Reiwa era.
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/811/G081113/20251030046/
Editorial Department: René | 2025/10/30 08:31 (UTC)
Square Enix has today (October 30, 2025) released the official four-panel anthology “Dragon Quest 4-Koma Manga Theater: The Fake Hero Book.” The price is 1,100 yen (tax included).
This product is an official four-panel anthology compiled by Aimi Shibata, known for works such as Nankoku Shōnen Papu-kun, featuring her contributions to the Dragon Quest 4-Koma Manga Theater series. Set in the world of the Dragon Quest franchise, it follows a fake hero and his companions causing chaos.
In addition to past works, this anthology includes collaboration four-panel comics with titles such as Nankoku Shōnen Papu-kun, the Final Fantasy series, and the Romancing SaGa series. It also features behind-the-scenes stories from previous four-panel productions, making it an essential read for fans.
＼Released today!／
【[#DragonQuest4KomaMangaTheater FakeHeroBook]](https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E3%83%89%E3%83%A9%E3%82%B4%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AF%E3%82%A8%E3%82%B9%E3%83%884%E3%82%B3%E3%83%9E%E3%83%9E%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AC%E5%8A%87%E5%A0%B4?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)The legendary “#FakeHero” returns in the Reiwa era!
Featuring classic works as well as a generous collection of new four-panel comics created for social media, plus surprise collaborations with titles like Nankoku Shōnen Papu-kun!!
Packed full of exclusive content—complete with behind-the-scenes stories from past productions and brand-new artwork!! pic.twitter.com/2Ux5szqgN0
— Shonen Gangan (@shonen_gangan) October 30, 2025
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