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Hiro Mashima’sFairy Tailis undoubtedly one of the most popular anime series ever. It has millions of fans worldwide, and both anime and manga are increasingly getting popular.
WhenFairy Tailfinally concluded in 2017, many believed that Hiro Mashima’s journey had ended and all things wrapped up nicely. However, due to its continued popularity and many fans being disappointed and wanting to see more, the series refused to fade away and persisted.
The anime returned with the sequel manga titledFairy Tail: 100 Years Quest, which soon got a new anime adaptation and even received multiple video game tie-ins. After all this, it has become clear thatFairy Tailwas never meant to disappear from the entertainment scene.
The growing influence ofFairy Tail
Hiro Mashima himself admitted thathe had never planned a sequelbut was encouraged by demand and corporate interests. This revelation reminds us of what happened withNaruto.Naruto‘s story had come to an end, and all things came full circle. But being one of the ‘Big 3’, the fans didn’t want it to end.
The pressure from the fans and the attraction of the money led to the next part of the anime that should have ended throughBoruto. While such continuations keep beloved characters alive, letting fans feel connected to them, they always run the risk ofjeopardizing the carefully planned narrative. Speaking about the series, the author himself said-
To tell you the truth, I wrote the story because I had no friends. My loneliness is what you’re seeing. It might be the characters or the romance elements. I am not entirely sure myself.
It could even end up undermining the achievements until that point or may add seemingly abrupt settings to the existing universe of that story. A major aspect ofFairy Tail’slasting success surely is connected with theemphasis on characters, friendships, and romance.
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Mashima himself acknowledged that he isn’t entirely sure why the series remains so popular. If he had to speculate, he said that the character dynamics and relationships play a significant role.
Fairy Tail’s future: A legacy or a risk?
AsFairy Tailcontinues through sequels like100 Years Questand other further adaptations, it raises the question of whether its prolonged existence (seemingly by force) is beneficial or detrimental to its legacy over the decades.
Mashima’s love for gaming in general has significantly shapedFairy Tail’sexpansion. The newly releasedFairy Tail 2game adapts the Alvarez arc while adding exclusive original storylines. Mashima has long embraced the crossover between anime and gaming and even encourages it with full support.
It can be said thatFairy Tailrisks falling into the same trap that affectedNaruto, losing its legendary status by focusing more on commercial appeal rather than on storytelling.
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Whether these continued expansions will enhanceFairy Tail’slegacy or weaken its fame over time is something only the future can tell. However, one thing is certain:Mashima’s journey withFairy Tailis far from over.
Fairy Tailis available to stream on Crunchyroll and Netflix.
Chandra Shekhar
Anime Writer
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Chandra Shekhar is an Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 800 published articles under his belt. A law student by training but a storyteller at heart, he blends his sharp analysis with a deep love for all things anime. From the old-school Yu Yu Hakusho to the eldritch horrors of Lord of the Mysteries, his knowledge spans decades and genres. When he’s not writing, he’s likely buried in webnovels, silently hoping his favorite ones get the anime adaptation they deserve.
