Beastars Vol. 18 Manga – Jack’s History & Black Market Chaos

Beastars Vol. 18 returns Legoshi to Cherryton Academy, where he reconnects with Jack in an advanced class studying predator-prey history. Jack reveals the origin of the herbivore-carnivore war—and the role of a giant whale peacemaking intervention—while the Black Market spirals into chaos. Louis, the red deer, confronts childhood memories when reunited with old comrades, and Legoshi begs one to train him in combat to regain control over his impulses. Meanwhile, Bill cracks open an egg—sparkling a surprising subplot that brings delicate comic relief amid rising tension and moral conflict.

Published by VIZ Media LLC on May 17, 2022, this 208‑page volume (ISBN 978‑1‑9747‑212 2) blends historical revelation, emotional trauma, and interpersonal conflict through Paru Itagaki’s expressive art and layered storytelling. Critics and fans commend its expansion of world-building and character depth, making it essential for readers invested in psychological allegory and the fate of Legoshi’s society.