Saint Seiya: Next Dimension
Saint Seiya: Next Dimension – Myth of Hades is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Masami Kurumada. It is the canonical sequel to the manga series Saint Seiya by Kurumada, while also serving as a prequel to the events presented in it. The main plot is set in the 18th century during the previous "Holy War" between the goddess Athena and the god Hades, and centers on the battles between each deity's warriors who are known as the Saints and the Specters, respectively, during that era. It is published by Akita Shoten in the weekly magazine Weekly Shōnen Champion at irregular dates.
First tankōbon volume cover, featuring Pegasus Seiya
Masami Kurumada is a Japanese manga artist and writer, known for specializing in fighting manga featuring bishōnen and magical boys.
Masami Kurumada, as he appeared in the first episode of the Ring ni Kakero 1 anime adaptation. His character's design was based on the protagonist of his manga Jitsuroku! Shinwakai, whose name is also Masami Kurumada, and the kanji in his clothes read Shinwakai, as a reference to it.