Official: ‘The Witch From Mercury – Vanadis Heart’ Manga Finally Gets English Release (+ How to Prepare)
The Japanese cover of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury — Vanadis Heart Volume 1.
Great news for fans of the Ad Stella timeline! If you felt a void after the conclusion of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury, Yen Press has just announced the perfect remedy. On December 12th, Yen Press confirmed they have officially licensed Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury — Vanadis Heart for an English release.
Here is everything we know so far regarding the release, and which Gunpla kits perfectly complement this new chapter in the saga.
Return to Ad Stella
Written and drawn by Chika Tōjō (the artist behind the manga adaptation of The Saga of Tanya the Evil), Vanadis Heart dives deep into the darker side of the Gundam lore.
Set five years after the "Vanadis Incident"—the prologue event where all Gundams were banned—the story follows a timeline where Mobile Suits are deemed "curses." Despite the ban, these machines are running amok on Earth. If you loved the political intrigue and high-stakes battles of the main anime, this manga promises to deliver that same intensity with Tōjō’s signature gritty art style.
Release Date: The English edition is slated for release in June 2026.
Don't Just Read It—Build It
June 2026 might seem like a long wait, but that gives you plenty of time to work on your backlog. The best part about this news is that the main Mobile Suit from the manga already exists as a stellar High Grade kit, and understanding the source material will make the build significantly more satisfying.
The protagonist unit, the HG 1/144 Gundam Lfrith Jiu, features one of the most unique designs in the entire Witch From Mercury line. Famous for its massive "Tiger's Hand" backpack arm, this kit is a must-have for anyone planning to collect the manga.
With the licensing of Vanadis Heart, the Ad Stella timeline continues to expand. Are you planning to pick up the manga or build the Lfrith Jiu? Let us know in the comments below!
Where to Buy
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Sources
- Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury - Vanadis Heart | Gundam Wiki (Accessed December 12, 2025)
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