Young Champion Retsu #1302

Young Champion Retsu is a specialized manga anthology published by Akita Shoten as a spin-off of the more widely circulated Young Champion magazine. It serves as a dedicated platform for seinen manga, focusing on niche genres and experimental narrative styles that cater to a mature readership looking for content distinct from the mainstream anthology offerings. Issue 1302 represents a specific point in its ongoing publication cycle, continuing the magazine's tradition of serializing gritty and character-driven works.

The design and editorial direction of these issues generally follow the standard aesthetic of Japanese weekly and monthly manga periodicals, characterized by high-volume black-and-white printing on low-cost newsprint. The cover art typically features a prominent lead character from one of the featured serials, designed to capture the attention of regular readers at convenience stores and newsstands. The reception of individual issues is tied closely to the popularity of the specific manga chapters contained within, which are often collected into independent tankōbon volumes after their initial magazine run.