How Many Assassination Classroom Manga Are There

Okay, let's talk Assassination Classroom. You know, the one with the smiley-faced octopus-thing that teaches kids how to, well, assassinate him? Yeah, that one.

But today, we're not dissecting tentacle powers (tempting though it is). We're tackling a burning question: How many Assassination Classroom manga are there really?

The "Official" Number

Google will tell you, very confidently, that there are 21 volumes. Twenty-one! Seems straightforward, right? Case closed. Bye!

Not so fast, my friend. That's the number of volumes in the main storyline. The core Koro-sensei experience. But is that all there is?

My (Slightly Unhinged) Opinion

Here's where I get controversial. Buckle up. In my humble, yet undeniably correct opinion, there's... more.

Think about it. There are character books. Side stories. Spin-offs. Heck, there's even an anime. Does that count as a visual manga continuation? I say yes!

The "Graduation Album Time"

Ah yes! The Graduation Album Time. Do we count it? It does add little anecdotes and insights into the characters we know and love. I would say, this is an essential reading.

Consider the Extras!

Imagine a delicious cake. The 21 volumes? That's the main cake. Rich, satisfying, and full of feels.

But what about the frosting? The sprinkles? The little chocolate decorations? Those are the extras! They enhance the experience, and in my book, they count!

I understand the purists. "Only the main story counts!" they cry. I hear you. I respect you. I politely disagree with you.

So, What's the Real Number Then?

Alright, alright. Let's try to be somewhat reasonable. If we stick strictly to manga format, beyond the core 21, there's the character book, Graduation Album Time.

So that's 22. But the Anime!? It fleshes out some stories. It is a visual continuation of Yusei Matsui's work. If we are lenient with our defination of a manga, then we can agree it is at least over 22.

And let's be real, fanfiction is basically a choose-your-own-adventure manga in text form. Okay, maybe I'm stretching it now.

The Unpopular Conclusion

Therefore, I stand by my (possibly insane) assertion that there are more than 21 Assassination Classroom manga. A lot more.

It’s not just about the printed volumes. It's about the entire universe. The characters. The feels. The sheer, unadulterated joy of seeing Koro-sensei try (and sometimes fail) to be a good teacher.

So, next time someone asks you how many Assassination Classroom manga there are, smile knowingly. Say "officially, 21... but the real answer is... it depends on how you define manga, right?". Then wink. Confuse them. It's fun.

Now if you excuse me, I'm going to go re-watch the entire anime... for research purposes, of course.