Beastars Vol. 12 marks a pivotal shift for Legoshi following the violent confrontation with Riz: ostracized from school, he strikes out independently. Fate intervenes when he meets Seven, a merino sheep under workplace harassment—raising questions about interspecies alliances and empathy. Legoshi also encounters the current Beastar, the noble horse Yahya, who shares a complex bond with Legoshi’s family, prompting both characters to reconcile with their father figures and leadership ideals. As tensions simmer between personal loyalty and societal expectations, Paru Itagaki continues her exploration of identity, redemption, and moral ambiguity, all through her expressive black-and-white art and subtle character dynamics. Published by VIZ Media LLC on May 18, 2021, this 208‑page volume (ISBN 978‑1‑9747‑1254‑0) expands the series’ world-building and emotional stakes. Critics and fans praise its portrayal of growth beyond trauma and the nuanced evolution of leadership within a divided society. Ideal for readers intrigued by complex anthropomorphic drama, cross-species empathy, and shifting loyalties in a morally coded world.
