Viz Media Takes Over RWBY Series and Plans for New Chapters

Attention all RWBY fans! Viz Media has officially taken over the beloved series following Rooster Teeth’s shutdown. This exciting announcement was made during Viz Media’s panel at Anime Expo, where they revealed their plans to acquire the rights for future distribution, production, licensing, and consumer products of RWBY. But that’s not all – Viz Media is even considering the production of new chapters for the series, leaving fans buzzing with anticipation. Viz Media has a history of publishing RWBY manga, including adaptations by talented artists like Shirow Miwa and Bunta Kinami. From Miwa’s work in Shueisha’s Ultra Jump magazine to Kinami’s manga series launching on Shonen Jump+, Viz Media has brought RWBY to life in various forms. The company also released the RWBY manga anthology series, providing fans with even more content to enjoy.Fans of the RWBY franchise can also look forward to Shaft’s RWBY: Ice Queendom television anime, which premiered in Japan in July 2022. Crunchyroll streamed the series with an English dub, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in the world of RWBY once again.Rooster Teeth’s closure may have been unexpected, but Viz Media’s acquisition of RWBY proves that the series will live on. Despite the challenges facing digital media, Viz Media is dedicated to keeping RWBY alive and thriving. With new chapters potentially on the horizon, fans have even more to be excited about in the world of RWBY.Stay tuned for more updates on Viz Media’s plans for RWBY and get ready to embark on new adventures with your favorite characters. The future of RWBY looks brighter than ever, thanks to Viz Media’s commitment to the series.