is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kōta Kawae. It began serialization in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in May 2023. As of September 2026, sixteen volumes have been released.
Plot Ever since he was young, Gakuro Yajima has been able to see spirits, but is timid around them due to one malevolent spirit killing his father. One day, he meets Nue, a powerful spirit in the form of a young woman who lives in a secret room in his high school. After an event with a violent spirit causes Gakuro to be mortally wounded, he makes a contract with Nue where she lends him her power, but only on the condition that he help her vanquish evil spirits and work alongside local exorcists who are wary of her.
Characters Sixth Elimination Squad The squad was created right after Nue revealed her true form, actual name, and the story behind Hyo to the rest of the Captains of the Elimination squads during a meeting. Gakuro Yajima was chosen to lead the squad due to his relationship with Nue, serving as her medium. At first, Nue suggested naming the squad "Origin," but Heiichi quickly rejected the name. Thus, the Sixth Elimination Squad came into existence. Protagonist
The protagonist of this series. A first-year student at North High, he was an ordinary, timid boy with nothing remarkable about him—except that he could see spirits. After encountering the mysterious and beautiful spirit, Nue, and saving his classmate Zenno, he is drawn into the extraordinary world where Spirits and Exorcists collide. He is the captain of 6th Squad and have shadow based ability.
Gakuro Yajima’s partner, she is a spirit that resides at North High. She had been sealed in a room at the school for over 60 years, and it was only when the seal weakened that she happened to encounter Gakuro. Though she appears in the form of a human woman, her true form is believed to be that of a genuine spirit.
Combatant
A beautiful senior, known as one of the “Goddesses of North High,” and a member of the exorcists gathered in Kagariya City. She recently helped Gakuro establish the Occult Club to deal with the spirits appearing at the school. She is also recognized as the fastest member of the 6th Squad.
A beautiful exorcist girl from one of the two powerful old families that wield great influence within the exorcist bureau. She transferred to North High, where Gakuro and Nue are, to help counter the increasing surge of spirits. Highly skilled as an exorcist and was considered as a genius by Nue.
Gakuro’s stepsister, separated from him seven years before the events of the series. She resents Gakuro for living an ordinary life instead of becoming an exorcist to avenge their father’s death, and she initially declares that she will never obey his orders. However, it is later revealed that she actually cares deeply for him and is willing to do anything to protect him. Physically, she is the strongest member of the team.
Supporter
The Princess of the Exorcist Bureau and the Divine Child of the Suga Clan. Despite only recently joining North High, she has already become the president of the Disciplinary Committee. She possesses an inexhaustible supply of Command Energy and an extraordinary recovery ability that benefits not only the Sixth Squad but also the entire Exorcist Bureau.
A new beautiful transfer student at North High, she is a Level 4 Spirit and the daughter of Hyo Suzaku. She has an intense romantic obsession with Gakuro and even goes as far as pretending to be his fiancée to trick her mother, Suzaku. She often serves as comic relief, frequently crying and trembling whenever a powerful opponent appears.
A beautiful girl from Gakuro's past, she was once saved by him during a swimming lesson and indirectly became the cause of his bullying. She is the reason Gakuro feels awkward around girls in swimsuits and is particularly bothered by being called a "Dirty Boy." A woman of few words, she has harbored feelings for Gakuro since middle school. She is capable of creating barriers.
A middle school girl who harbors feelings for Gakuro. She initially teased him after he accidentally touched her chest, but after Gakuro saved her, she developed a crush on him. As she got to know him better, her feelings gradually grew into genuine love.
A senior who is a close friend of Kazusa and served as the caretaker of Gakuro and Kazusa during their training. She tends to worry about others and sometimes accidentally says things she shouldn't. Despite being older, she acted like Gakuro's daughter during the summer festival, to the point that Gakuro ended up spoiling her.
A young girl in charge of managing the Sixth Squad's dormitory. She also takes care of Shuna Spider and affectionately refers to Gakuro as "Boss," often going out of her way to make him bento. Together with Shuna Spider, she is capable of teleporting members of the Sixth Squad.
Spirits
A battle-crazed maniac who lives for fighting strong opponents, with his excitement clearly showing whenever he battles someone like Nue or Hakutaku. Despite his wild nature, he is surprisingly caring toward Shiroha, often acting more like an older brother than a fellow fighter. He also places a great deal of trust in Gakuro.
A close friend of Nue who often worries about her. She is the one who brings modern gadgets and other things to Nue's room to keep her entertained. She also has a fondness for alcohol. She is capable of locating and accessing otherwise inaccessible paths, allowing Enri and Shuna to use them for teleportation.
A spirit whom Gakuro encounters in Mitori Village. She is talkative, cheerful, and caring toward her comrades. However, she also has quite a perverted side and is attracted to both men and women. She isn't shy about indulging her interests, whether it's using her Jutsu to spy on Nue while she's bathing or openly enjoying herself while hiding inside Gakuro's clothes.
A girl who is the manifestation of the Nue energy accumulated within Gakuro's hollow weapon. She gains a physical form through a new ability, taking the appearance of Nue as a child. As the "daughter" of Yodama and Yokaku, two of Gakuro's abilities, Yozora is essentially Gakuro's "daughter."
Exorcists First Elimination Squad
The Captain of First Squad.A gray-haired old man with a scar over his left eye. He is generally quiet and gives off the air of a strong, imposing man, but despite his appearance, he is surprisingly good-natured and gentle when he speaks.
The Vice-Captain of the 1st Squad. A handsome man in his 20s and the ex-boyfriend of Mizuki Ashiya. He takes romance very seriously and is also very fond of Gakuro. However, his beloved Mizuki always comes first, and he would do anything for her, even betray his companions or friends. Second Elimination Squad
The Captain of the 2nd Squad. A beautiful, outgoing woman with a playful and mischievous personality. She enjoys teasing others and rarely takes things too seriously, often carrying herself with a relaxed, confident attitude and a smug smile. She once kissed Gakuro to set an example for Natsuki. Third Elimination Squad
The Captain of the 3rd Squad. A kind and caring man who genuinely looks out for those around him while always respecting their abilities. However, his personality changes completely when it comes to his niece, Natsuki. He often teases her and tries to hug her despite making her uncomfortable, and can become excessively overprotective of her. Fourth Elimination Squad
The Captain of the 4th Squad. A short, intimidating, and serious woman who takes her duties seriously and carefully considers the consequences of her actions. Despite her stern demeanor, she has a kind heart and is always willing to lend a hand. Around those she trusts, she has a surprisingly carefree and easygoing side, and she is especially fond of her coworkers and subordinates. She was also Takuro's mentee. Fifth Elimination Squad
The Captain of the 5th Squad. A man who loves children's anime and can be quite talkative. Other than that, he is a man shrouded in mystery.
The Vice-Captain of the 5th Squad. A proud man who constantly tries to prove himself, especially to the squad captains, and openly dislikes people like Gakuro, whom he believes never had to struggle for their position. Despite this, he is completely obedient to his captain, Itsuki Fujino. He greatly values the "rules" of the exorcist world.
Media Manga Written and illustrated by Kōta Kawae, the series began serialization in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine on May 15, 2023. As of September 2026, the series' individual chapters have been collected into sixteen volumes.
Viz Media and Manga Plus are publishing the series in English simultaneously with its Japanese release. In February 2024, Viz Media announced that it would publish the series as a digital exclusive, with the first volume being released on June 25, 2024. In October 2024, Viz Media announced a physical release, with the first volume being released on July 1, 2025.
Volumes
Chapters not yet in tankōbon format These chapters have yet to be published in a volume.
Other media A café collaboration with Nue's Exorcist at Bandai Namco Cross Store Tokyo was announced on May 27, 2024. The café booth was held from July 4 to August 4, 2024.
The series also received two pop-up stores, the first store being at AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store in Tokyo from August 16, 2025, to August 31, 2025. The second store was at Abeno Raku Bus in Osaka, and it ran from August 30, 2025, September 7, 2025.
Due to the success of the pop-up store, additional pop-up stores hosted by Crux were held under the name “Nue’s Geeky Tour.” The first store took place at Kobe Marui from November 21 to November 30, 2025. The second store was held at Tokyo Marui and ran from December 25, 2025, to January 5, 2026. A Pop-Up Store and Gallery was held by the SUKI+PLUS brand of DeNA, and ran from July 3 to July 12, 2026 on their Tokyo store, and July 24 to August 2, 2026 (Sun) in their online store. Online sales lasted until August 31, 2026.
On November 3, 2025, Shueisha released a web browser visual novel game titled Nue's Exorcist: Summer◇Memories. It was fully voiced and used to promote the release of Volume 12.
Reception The series was ranked eleventh in the Nationwide Bookstores Employees' Recommended Comics of 2024 list. The series ranked seventh in the print category at the tenth Next Manga Awards in 2024. The series topped AnimeJapan's "Manga We Want to See Animated" poll in 2025.
Light novel authors such as Ryōgo Narita and Tappei Nagatsuki have praised the series on social media. Manga artists such as Yukinobu Tatsu of Dandadan and Takuma Yokota of Destroy All Humans. They Can't Be Regenerated. fame have created fanart of the series.
Jonathan Greenall of Comic Book Resources praised the story, artwork, and characters, as well as the character's designs. Rowan Grover of Multiversity Comics liked the artwork, though he criticized the humor and fan service, ultimately describing it as "forgettable to annoying".
By July 2025, the series had over 1.2 million copies in circulation.
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