The Highly Anticipated Blu-Ray Release
The immensely popular manga and anime series, Fairy Tail, which enjoyed massive success from the mid-2000s through the 2010s, has continued its legacy with a new sequel. The manga, Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest, has been in print since 2018, with its anime adaptation only recently making its debut. For fans who may have missed its initial run, the exciting news is that the complete first season is set to be released on Blu-ray. This collector`s edition will be available in a stylish steelbook case, featuring the main cast of Fairy Tail on the cover, and can be preordered for $80, with a release date of November 4.
Journey to Seal the Dragon Gods
The 100 Years Quest storyline picks up one year after the climactic war with the Alvarez Empire and the defeat of the formidable black dragon Acnologia. Natsu Dragneel and his steadfast companions embark on a perilous journey to accomplish an ambitious mission: to seal the legendary Five Dragon Gods. The Blu-ray edition encompasses all 25 episodes of the first season, distributed across four discs in crisp 1080p resolution. It offers viewers flexibility with options for both Japanese audio with English subtitles and a full English dub. Furthermore, a variety of bonus features are included, such as textless opening and ending sequences, an interquel recap episode, and various promotional videos.
Blu-ray Special Features:
- Episode 13.5: “Going Off Topic: Lucy`s Diary”
- Fairy Tail promotional videos
- Textless opening and ending songs
Dive Deeper with the Manga Series
The first season of the Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest anime serves as merely the beginning of this captivating new saga. For those eager to discover what lies ahead for Natsu and his team beyond the initial episodes, the original manga series provides the complete narrative. The anime adaptation faithfully covers the first 91 chapters of the manga, which roughly corresponds to the first ten volumes. To date, 18 volumes have been published, with Volumes 19 and 20 scheduled for release in November 2025 and April 2026, respectively. Each paperback volume typically retails for around $10, presenting a convenient and collectible format for dedicated readers.
Exploring the Original Fairy Tail Universe
Newcomers to the expansive Fairy Tail universe are highly encouraged to begin their journey with the original series. Created and beautifully illustrated by Hiro Mashima, this beloved story is set in a vibrant magical world teeming with wizards. It chronicles the adventures of Natsu and his diverse group of friends as they undertake challenging quests for their guilds and bravely confront dark mages. While the series might not be considered revolutionary in its genre, it consistently delivers entertainment through its quirky and memorable characters, well-paced action sequences, and surprisingly profound emotional plot developments. The original manga, which boasts an impressive run of 545 chapters across 63 volumes, is conveniently available in collectible box sets. Each set typically bundles around 11 paperback volumes, along with exclusive sticker sheets and a protective slipcase for storage. These discounted collections are generally priced between $60 and $80.
The Original Fairy Tail Anime Adaptation
The original Fairy Tail story was also brought to life through a popular anime adaptation. All 328 episodes of the series are available on Blu-ray, offering viewers the choice of Japanese audio with English subtitles or a complete English dub. These collections also feature bonus content, including textless credit sequences and various promotional materials. It`s worth noting that the initial ten collections included DVD copies, but from Collection 11 onwards, releases transitioned to a combination of Blu-ray discs and digital streaming codes.
Fairy Tail Feature Films
Beyond the television series, the Fairy Tail universe further expanded with two captivating feature films. The first film, Phoenix Priestess, premiered in 2012. It delves into the guild`s efforts to assist a young girl who harbors a deep resentment towards wizards and conceals her own dark secrets. The second film, Dragon Cry, released in 2017, sees Natsu and his allies embark on a critical mission to the perilous island kingdom of Stella, where they must save the world from an impending threat.