Rascal Does Not Dream Light Novel Series Concludes After 10 Years

The beloved Rascal Does Not Dream light novel series, also known as Seishun Buta Yaro or AoButa, has officially wrapped up after more than a decade of storytelling. The final installment, titled Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend, was released on October 10, 2024.

Overview of the Series

Written by Hajime Kamoshida and illustrated by Keji Mizoguchi, the series debuted in April 2014 under ASCII Media Works’ Dengeki Bunko label. Over the years, it has captivated fans with a total of 15 volumes. Here is the complete list of the light novels:

Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend Volume Cover

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai
Rascal Does Not Dream of Petite Devil Kohai
Rascal Does Not Dream of Logical Witch
Rascal Does Not Dream of Siscon Idol
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Home Alone
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl
Rascal Does Not Dream of His First Love
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Lost Singer
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Nightingale
Rascal Does Not Dream of His Student
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus
Rascal Does Not Dream of Girlfriends
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend (final)

Anime Adaptation

The series has also been adapted into an anime by CloverWorks. This includes the TV anime Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai, which covers the first five volumes, along with three sequel films:

Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl (volumes 6-7)
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out (Volume 8)
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid (Volume 9)

Looking ahead, the next anime project, Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, is set to premiere in 2025.

Manga Adaptation

Additionally, there is a manga adaptation illustrated by Tsugumi Nanamiya, published in ASCII Media Works’ Dengeki G’s Comic magazine. Both the manga and light novel series have been licensed for English release by Yen Press.

The conclusion of Rascal Does Not Dream marks the end of an era for fans who have followed the series since its inception.