Beast Complex, Vol. 3

Short stories that set the scene for the best-selling BEASTARS series!

Seven dark, twisted tales from the world of BEASTARS!

Python Kameji faces a dilemma when he finds hyena Murou, the class bully, hanging from a noose in a classroom. Snow leopard Luke jeopardizes the career of his costar, Japanese deer Rosé, when he makes a shocking confession. Lion Eado and rabbit Ako, former classmates of dwarf rabbit Haru, meet again months after the mauling that ended their relationship. Plus, a tale featuring favorite beasts gray wolf Legoshi and spotted seal Sagwan as they attempt to rescue a kidnapped octopus. And more!

Paru Itagaki began her professional career as a manga author in 2016 with this short story collection BEAST COMPLEX. It became the precursor to BEASTARS, her first serialization. BEASTARS has won multiple awards in Japan, including the prestigious 2018 Manga Taisho Award.