Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Arc-V

Yu-Gi-Oh! Arc-V originated as the fourth spin-off anime series in the long-running Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, with its manga adaptation subsequently serialized in V Jump magazine from 2015 to 2019. Written by Shin Yoshida and illustrated by Naohito Miyoshi, with duel composition by Masahiro Hikokubo, the narrative explores dimensions and the concept of Action Dueling, a significant departure from the static battles of earlier entries. The work was developed to capitalize on the franchise's enduring popularity while introducing complex mechanics like Pendulum Summoning.

The design of the manga version of Arc-V diverges notably from its anime counterpart, offering a distinct narrative trajectory and character motivations. While the anime was often noted for its expansive and ambitious, if sometimes fragmented, storytelling, the manga version is generally viewed as a tighter, more focused exploration of the series' core themes. Critics and long-time followers of the series often discuss the manga as a separate, supplementary experience that provides an alternate resolution to the high-stakes conflicts established in the television series.