THE CREATOR OF DRAGON QUEST, YUJI HORII - NEW EDUCATIONAL MANGA BIOGRAPHY SERIES

Dean Guadagno
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Makoto Iori, Yuji Horii

This biographical manga introduces readers to the life and career of legendary game developer The story of how Dragon Quest was born. Yuji Horii—the creator behind multiple mega-hits such as The Portopia Serial Murder Case and the Dragon Quest series—takes center stage in an educational manga biography. Since the first game launched in 1986, Dragon Quest has grown into a beloved national phenomenon in Japan, and the series marks its 40th anniversary in 2026. The book traces Horii’s life from his childhood onward, portraying how a mischievous boy from Awaji Island in Hyōgo Prefecture who loved manga became a game creator—through pivotal choices, supportive friends and colleagues, and the various hardships he faced on the road to creating a hugely popular work.

It also includes a “Yuji Horii Interview” at the end, aiming to be enjoyable not only for kids but also for adults who loved games back in the day. According to the editor’s note, the book was supervised by Horii himself and produced with cooperation from many involved parties, including the series’ publisher Square Enix; the manga artist (Maki Iori) is described as a big Dragon Quest fan. The note emphasizes Horii’s phrase “Life is role-playing,” and frames the biography as a story of repeatedly choosing paths, “leveling up” through challenges, and pressing forward—intended to inspire children and Dragon Quest fans alike.

PUBLICATION DETAILS

LANGUAGE	BINDING	EDITION	ISBN	YEAR	PAGES
Japanese	Paperback		9784092702073	2026	160

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