The October 2026 issue of Megami Magazine is set to hit shelves on August 28, and it’s packed with special features, interviews, and exclusive posters. The cover and lead feature spotlight Bandori! Yume∞Mita, while the second feature dives into Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai.
Cover Feature: Bandori! Yume∞Mita
The lead feature looks back at the journey of the band Myuutype through a wealth of interviews. Highlights include a roundtable with the band members:
- Vocal: Nakamachi Arare
- Guitar: Miyanaga Nonoka
- Guitar: Minezuki Ritsu
- Keyboard: Fuji Toko
- DJ & Manipulator: Sengoku Yuno
Also featured is a cast interview with Biora, voiced by Hondo Kaede, and a staff talk between director Umezu Tomomi and vice director Morita Hiroshi.
Second Feature: Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai
This feature explores the inner lives of girls living in a cruel world, with cast interviews. The cast talk includes:
- Totsuki Shiina (voiced by Takahashi Rie) × Kagari Mimi (voiced by Hidaka Rina)
- Lizzy Seiran (voiced by Seto Asami) × Mode Ari (voiced by Ishikawa Yui)
Poster Lineup
This month’s original pinup posters and big posters include a wide range of titles. Two separate big posters (four sides) are included as special appendices.
Pinup posters:
- Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance
- Taiari deshita. ~Ojousama wa Kakutou Game nante Shinai~
- Otome Game Sekai wa Mob ni Kibishii Sekai desu 2
- Saijo no Osewa: Takane no Hana darake na Meimonkou de, Gakuin Ichi no Ojousama (Seikatsu Nouryoku Kaigun) wo Kage nara Osewa suru Koto ni narimashita
- Yoroi Shinden Samurai Trooper
- Futsutsuka na Akujo de wa Gozaimasu ga ~Hinagiku Chou Nezumi Torikae Den~
- Bandori! Yume∞Mita
- Girls & Panzer Saishuushou
Separate appendix big poster ①:
- Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai
- Azur Lane Bisoku Zenshin! Ni!!
Separate appendix big poster ②:
- Otome Kaijuu Caramelize
- Mushoku Tensei III ~Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu~
Feature Highlights
Bandori! Yume∞Mita: Bokutachi no Seitan no Arajishi
This feature traces the path of Myuutype as they overcame various obstacles to become one, with extensive interviews.
BanG Dream! Our Notes: Tsumugarete Yuku 5-tsu no Oto
A dedicated feature on this title, exploring the five sounds being woven together.
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance: Hikari to Kage ga Majiwaru Toki
Focusing on the relationship between Shiina and Towa, this feature includes a talk between Towa Yoru (voiced by Yuikawa Asaki) and Aizawa Shiori (voiced by Chiharu).
Kirameke Typhoon Girl
This section highlights energetic heroines who sweep up those around them. Featured works include:
- Grow Up Show ~Himawari no Circus-dan~
- Azur Lane Bisoku Zenshin! Ni!!
- Tenmaku no Jaadugaru
- Reiwa no Dara-san
Yoroi Shinden Samurai Trooper: Bijukutachi no Tatakai
This feature focuses on the beautiful mature women of the series, with a talk between Nastie Yagyu (voiced by Kinoshita Saya) and producer Tsukamoto Kika.
Dramatic Love
Love stories with ups and downs, featuring heroines whose feelings for important people grow. Works include:
- Otome Kaijuu Caramelize
- Saijo no Osewa
- Hanaori-san wa Tensei shite mo Kenka ga Shitai
Kimi ga Shinu made Koi wo Shitai: Kimi to Watashi to Sekai ni Tsuite
This feature delves into the hearts of girls living in a harsh world, with cast interviews as noted above.
Heroines’ Resolve and Trials
Stories of heroines who face great challenges and grow stronger. Featured works:
- Mushoku Tensei III ~Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu~
- Taiari deshita. ~Ojousama wa Kakutou Game nante Shinai~
- Otome Game Sekai wa Mob ni Kibishii Sekai desu 2
- Honoo no Toukyuu Jo Dodge Danco
Gekijouban Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica Walpurgis no Kaiten: Akuma no Tsukurishi Sekai de
The completely new theatrical film in the Madoka Magica series is finally released, and this feature takes a closer look.
Release Information
The October issue of Megami Magazine will be available at bookstores and online retailers nationwide starting August 28, priced at 1,760 yen (tax included).
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