What makes the 2021 run of raws so compelling is the artwork. Tsurumaikada, a former assistant to Tite Kubo ( Bleach ), utilizes a distinct, sketchy style that feels jagged and raw—perfectly mirroring the grit of the ice. Unlike the polished, pristine lines often found in shonen sports manga, Medalist feels desperate. When Hikari lands a jump in the 2021 chapters, you don't just see the technique; you feel the shockwave through the panels.
While the series launched in May 2020, was when Medalist truly gained momentum.
Tsurumaikada’s dynamic paneling and breathtaking depiction of on-ice physics spread rapidly across social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
Placed prominently on the Nationwide Bookstore Employees' Recommended Comics list. 3. Shifting into the Competitive Novice Arc
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: Panels smash, tilt, and curve to mimic the spinning geometry of a triple axel.
