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Will Nue no Onmyoji (Nue's Exorcist) Be Canceled or Axed? Reasons Explained

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Will Nue no Onmyoji (Nue's Exorcist) Be Canceled or Axed? Reasons Explained

Will Nue's Exorcist be canceled or axed in the future? Some readers are concerned about the series due to several ongoing issues.

In this article, we break down the main factors that could affect Nue's Exorcist’s future.

Was Nue's Exorcist Canceled or Axed? Reasons Explained

Nue's Exorcist is still ongoing and has not been canceled, but its consistently low table of contents rankings mean its future remains uncertain.

 

“Nue's Exorcist” has been serialized in *Weekly Shonen Jump* since Issue 24 of 2023.

Poll Rankings Are Stagnating

Since “Nue's Exorcist” has been languishing at the bottom of the rankings, there seems to be concern that it might be canceled at any moment.

“Weekly Shonen Jump,” where this series is serialized, places the utmost importance on reader surveys, and there is a tendency for series to be canceled immediately if they consistently rank low in the polls; as a result, there seems to be concern that this series is a candidate for cancellation.

 

In particular, the fact that the series’ ranking hasn’t improved despite being given color pages, and that its ranking remains low even during episodes with intense story developments, is fueling readers’ anxiety.

 

Since reader survey results have a major impact on whether a series continues in *Jump*, it’s generally believed that even if a series has a dedicated fan base, it’s highly likely to be canceled if its rankings don’t improve.

As a result, fans are taking steps to show their support, such as purchasing merchandise and actively submitting survey responses.

It hasn't regained its popularity since the “Training Arc.”

It seems there are concerns that “Nue’s Exorcist” might be headed for cancellation, as it has been unable to recover from the slight drop in rankings during the training arc, nor has it managed to climb back up in the rankings despite the subsequent battle scenes.

In *Weekly Shonen Jump*, training arcs tend to lack excitement, so it’s common for a series’ ranking in the reader polls to drop during those periods.

 

This series is no exception; it lost momentum during the training arc, and although it’s trying to make a comeback with the subsequent battle sequences, its rankings aren’t rising much, and concerns about the series being canceled are growing.

 

In particular, since a fast-paced rhythm is highly valued in battle manga in *Jump*, it often seems difficult to recover once readers’ interest wanes during the training arc, even with the excitement that follows.

Fans are closely watching to see if the series can avoid cancellation depending on how the story unfolds from here on out.

Compared to “Kagurabachi,” which also has a strong Japanese flavor, it is not popular overseas.

“Nue's Exorcist” is a manga that incorporates the Japanese concept of “Onmyōji,” but the fact that it hasn't gained popularity overseas—much like “Kagurabachi,” which revolves around Japanese swords—is considered one of the factors raising concerns about its cancellation.

“Kagurabachi” has gained attention overseas for its depictions of Japanese swords and stylish battle scenes, and has garnered strong support, particularly among American fans.

 

On the other hand, while this work incorporates the unique Japanese culture of Onmyōdō, this theme may be somewhat unfamiliar to overseas readers.

 

After all, overseas readers tend to respond more positively to elements like the intuitive, enjoyable action and visually appealing aspects found in *Kagurabachi*, and this work may be at a disadvantage in that regard.

 

Since popularity overseas can sometimes influence cancellation decisions in *Weekly Shonen Jump*, the challenge will likely be how to maintain domestic support while also ensuring the series is well-received abroad.

For now, there are a lot of harem storylines.

While “Nue’s Exorcist” features many charming heroines, the fact that it has relied too heavily on a harem-style plot where new heroines are introduced one after another—even if this has been well-received—seems likely to become a hindrance to its growing popularity.

Partly because the series faced the threat of cancellation, it relied on excessive fan service and erotic depictions to secure top rankings in short-term reader polls. However, in the crucial long-term competition for a regular slot in the main magazine, it was criticized for “lacking depth,” which has become the direct cause of stagnant sales.

 

In fact, sales of the collected volumes have remained virtually flat despite the increase in harem storylines, suggesting that while these elements influence reader polls, they do not appear to have a direct impact on sales.

 

While harem elements tend to generate immediate buzz and boost reader survey votes, they do not necessarily lead to long-term fan base expansion or tankōbon purchases, which tends to be a sticking point.

 

As a result, the series has remained in a situation where, despite its popularity, sales growth is hard to see, likely leading to speculation among readers that “if this continues, the series might be in trouble.”

Because “canceled” appeared in the search suggestions

When you search on Google, Yahoo!, or other search engines, several suggested search terms appear at the same time, but when you search for “Nue’s Exorcist,” the term “canceled” appears, so perhaps that led to a misunderstanding.

Since there are many fans who love “Nue’s Exorcist,” it seems a lot of people were worried, wondering, “Was it canceled?” and searched for “Nue’s Exorcist canceled.”

 

As a result, when they searched for “Nue’s Exorcist,” the term “canceled” appeared in the search results, leading them to mistakenly believe, “Was it canceled?”

It seems they then got caught in a loop where, worried that the series might have been canceled, they kept searching for “Nue’s Exorcist canceled,” and the term “canceled” kept appearing in the results.

Why “Nue's Exorcist” Won't Be Canceled

Because there's a gap in Japan's unique cultural framework

In *Weekly Shonen Jump*, *Jujutsu Kaisen* had firmly established itself as a unique part of Japanese culture, but since it has now concluded, I believe that if *Nue’s Exorcist* can successfully fill that niche, there’s a chance it won’t be canceled.

 

*Jujutsu Kaisen* also features complex combat involving sorcery, but it gained explosive popularity, aided by its anime adaptation.

Therefore, if “Nue’s Exorcist” can somehow secure an anime adaptation and effectively convey its battle scenes and world-building in a way that’s easy to understand, it has the potential to expand its popularity as well.

 

It might seem to overlap with “Kagurabachi,” which also has a strong Japanese flavor, but “Kagurabachi” is a stylish battle manga centered on Japanese swords, whereas “Nue’s Exorcist” is a yokai and sorcery battle manga based on Onmyōdō.

 

Therefore, while they share a Japanese aesthetic, if they can differentiate themselves by having significantly different combat styles and atmospheres, each work will be able to showcase its own unique appeal within the complex “Japanese-style battle” genre, allowing them to coexist while avoiding overlap in their fan bases.

Since it's a tried-and-true approach, it works no matter which direction you take, so

“Nue's Exorcist” follows a classic storyline in which a protagonist with a strong sense of justice unexpectedly gains powers and works hard to achieve victory, while also incorporating romantic elements. Because it has the flexibility to adapt to any direction, there’s a possibility it won’t be canceled, depending on how the story unfolds.

 

Although it draws on the unique Japanese culture of Onmyōdō, this work features a clear, classic antagonist to battle and multiple charming heroines, along with romantic elements—offering many aspects that can appeal to a wide range of readers.

 

Because this classic narrative structure can be adapted to any genre or target audience, it has the power to captivate readers no matter which direction the story takes.

For example, emphasizing battle scenes or emotional moments can satisfy readers who love action, while delving deeper into the romance elements will resonate with readers who prioritize dramatic storytelling.

 

However, there is also a possibility that the story could veer off in a strange direction that many readers don’t want, leading to its cancellation, so it’s necessary to carefully monitor the story’s progression.

Personally, I hope they'll do their best to make it like “PSYREN.”

Personally, I hope that *Nue’s Exorcist* will somehow manage to survive and gain popularity, just like *PSYREN*—a series that was once serialized in *Weekly Shonen Jump*, remains popular to this day, and was deeply regretted when it was canceled.

 

Although *PSYREN* is in a completely different genre, it followed a classic storyline: the protagonist gains powers by chance, works hard to achieve victory, and is surrounded by charming heroines with romantic subplots.

It ran for a total of 16 volumes and managed to survive for a while, but it was eventually canceled, becoming a masterpiece that people still regret was cut short.

 

Just like “PSYREN,” if this series can somehow survive, run for at least 10 volumes, and even make it to an anime adaptation, I’m hopeful it can reach a different outcome beyond cancellation than “PSYREN” did.

Final Thoughts on Nue's Exorcist

In conclusion, Nue's Exorcist has not been canceled, but there are signs that it could be at risk.

Overall, several factors discussed above may impact its future.

 

Some readers are worried about cancellation because of its low survey rankings and lower popularity overseas compared with Kagurabachi.

However, Nue's Exorcist has a classic story that can develop in many ways. If it gets an anime adaptation, its battle scenes may become easier to follow, which could help it become more popular.

 

It may still be worth checking out for yourself.

 

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