Blue Lock Chapter 261: Release Date and Time, Countdown, and More

The release date for Blue Lock chapter 261 has been confirmed for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 12 am JST. The magazine has resumed its publication after a brief hiatus, therefore the next manga chapter will be available next week. Fans can access the Blue Lock manga through the K Manga service.

In the previous chapter, readers were taken through Michael Kaiser’s tragic background, providing them with a deeper understanding of his origins. Many fans may have assumed that Kaiser came from a privileged family. However, the truth was that he grew up in an abusive household, where he was forced to resort to stealing food and essential items, all while enduring his father’s wrath.

Please note: This article includes spoilers from the Blue Lock manga.

Release Date and Time for Chapter 261 of Blue Lock

Blue Lock manga details on K Manga website (Image via Kodansha)

Based on the information posted on K Manga’s official website, the anticipated release date for Blue Lock chapter 261 is Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in the majority of countries around the globe.

Despite this, the chapter will still be available on Wednesday, May 15 in Japan and select countries thanks to the manga’s simulpub service.

The release time for Blue Lock chapter 261 will be the same internationally:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Daylight Time	8 am	Tuesday	May 14
Eastern Daylight Time	11 am	Tuesday	May 14
British Summer Time	4 pm	Tuesday	May 14
Central European Summer Time	5 pm	Tuesday	May 14
Indian Standard Time	8:30 pm	Tuesday	May 14
Philippine Standard Time	11 pm	Tuesday	May 14
Japanese Standard Time	12 am	Wednesday	May 15
Australia Central Standard Time	12:30 am	Wednesday	May 15

Where to find Blue Lock chapter 261?

Kaiser's father abusing him (Image via Kodansha) — Kaiser’s father abusing him (Image via Kodansha)

Blue Lock chapter 261 will be released on Kodansha’s K Manga platform, which can be accessed through its website and application. However, the platform’s services are currently limited to the United States. While there have been no updates from Kodansha regarding its availability worldwide, readers can still enjoy the chapter on the K Manga platform.

In addition, K Manga offers complimentary chapters for fans to enjoy. Currently, there are 43 free chapters available on the platform. For the most recent chapters, readers must obtain points for access.

Recap of Blue Lock Chapter 260

Kaiser's father as seen in the manga (Image via Kodansha) — Kaiser’s father as seen in the manga (Image via Kodansha)

In chapter 260 of Blue Lock, Michael Kaiser’s tragic past was uncovered. Following his mother’s departure, his father turned to alcohol and compelled Michael to steal basic necessities. To make matters even more distressing, his father also subjected Kaiser to abuse and derogatory insults.

Despite his father’s torment, Kaiser refused to give in and instead began saving up money with the ultimate goal of one day escaping. As his 12th birthday approached, he decided to buy a football as a gift to himself. He chose this particular object because, unlike people, it would remain silent and unresponsive to any harm he may inflict upon it.

Michael Kaiser kicking his father in the manga (Image via Kodansha)

The manga later exposed the truth behind Michael Kaiser’s accusation for robbery, which was orchestrated by his own friend. As the police arrived to apprehend Michael, his father took the opportunity to claim all of his hidden money. However, when Kaiser’s father attempted to burst his football to search for the supposed cash, Kaiser responded by physically attacking both his father and the policemen.

The manga then disclosed that Ray Dark, who at the time was a PIFA agent, proposed to aid Kaiser in escaping from prison on the condition that he joined the football team.

What to expect from Blue Lock chapter 261?

PIFA President Ray Dark - The Best of PIFA President Ray Dark — PIFA President Ray Dark – The Best of PIFA President Ray Dark

It is expected that Blue Lock chapter 261 will further explore Michael Kaiser’s backstory and delve into his connection with the present PIFA president, Ray Dark. This may also involve Ray Dark mentoring Michael Kaiser in his journey to become a professional football player.

Fans can anticipate the manga to uncover the process behind Michael Kaiser’s creation of his Kaiser Impact shooting, as well as the moment when his Meta Vision eyes first manifested.