Bungo Stray Dogs: The Official Comic Anthology (Vol. 1)

Bungo Stray Dogs: Official Comic Anthology -Rei- Vol. 1 is a delightful side collection of stories set in the universe of the original Bungo Stray Dogs manga. Featuring art from a wide range of guest artists, this anthology showcases the beloved characters of the Armed Detective Agency and Port Mafia in humorous, heartwarming, and imaginative situations outside of the main storyline. It serves as a creative exploration of the series’ themes, character quirks, and relationships, all rendered in unique art styles.

Main Themes of the Book

• Alternate Scenarios and Slice-of-Life Moments: Stories range from comedic school AUs to everyday agency life, offering lighter perspectives on serious characters.
• Character-Centric Humor: The anthology leans heavily into jokes and inside humor that fans of the series will appreciate.
• Celebration of Personality and Art Style Diversity: Each contributor brings a fresh style and tone to the characters, enhancing the worldbuilding of the series.

Why you should read this manga 

• A must-read for fans of the Bungo Stray Dogs series who want to explore more intimate, humorous, and alternate takes on their favorite characters.
• Offers variety through different art styles and tones in each short comic—ideal for readers who enjoy anthologies.
• Includes rare slice-of-life content and "what-if" scenarios that are not seen in the main storyline.
• A great entry point for artists and fans interested in how different creators interpret a shared universe.

Bungo Stray Dogs: Official Comic Anthology -Rei- Vol. 1 is an entertaining, well-curated collection of fan-service-rich tales that offers both laughter and insight into the beloved cast. It's a celebration of artistic variety and a loving tribute to the unique world created by Kafka Asagiri and Sango Harukawa.