Is The Beginning After the End Finished? 2026 Manhwa Status, Novel Ending, and Season 7 News

If you’ve been anywhere near the anime/manhwa community lately—whether that’s Reddit threads, Discord servers, or comment sections—you’ve probably seen the same question pop up again and again: “Is The Beginning After the End finished?”

Short answer? Yes… and no. Long answer? Well, that’s where things get interesting—and honestly, kind of exciting if you’re a fan.

The Manhwa Situation: Still Going Strong (and Not Even Close to Done)

Let’s start with what most readers actually follow—the manhwa.

As of mid-2025, Season 6 wrapped up at Chapter 225, and yeah, it hit a pause right after. That hiatus had people nervous, especially with all the behind-the-scenes changes (losing the original artist Fuyuki23 was a big deal). But the good news is:

Season 7 is officially scheduled for March 12, 2026.

And from everything we know, this isn’t just a continuation—it’s a major turning point. We’re heading deeper into the War Arc, which is where TBATE really shifts tone from “cool reincarnation fantasy” to something much darker and more strategic.

What to expect going forward:

• New art direction (this will be controversial, let’s be real)
• Heavier focus on large-scale conflict
• More political and emotional depth
• Arthur being pushed way beyond his limits

If you’re a webcomic-only reader, here’s the reality check:

You’re only about halfway through the full story.

At the current pacing, we’re probably looking at another 8–10 years before the manhwa fully adapts everything. Yeah… it’s a long ride.

What chapter to read after The Beginning After the End Season 2?

The Web Novel: Already Finished (and It Stuck the Landing)

Now here’s where the confusion comes from.

The original web novel is completely finished. It wrapped up at:

• Chapter: 529
• Volumes: 12 total
• Final release: August 24, 2025

And honestly? For a long-running series, the ending didn’t feel rushed or dragged out—it felt earned.

Fans who switched from manhwa to novel often say the same thing:

“I couldn’t wait anymore—and I don’t regret it.”

If you’re thinking about making the jump, the best entry point after Season 6 is around Book 6 or Book 7.

That’s where the stakes really escalate, and the tone shift becomes obvious.

Anime Adaptation: Real, Confirmed, and Risky

Yes, it’s happening. No, it’s not a rumor.

A TBATE anime has been officially announced, with a planned release starting in 2025.

What we know so far:

• Studio: A-Cat
• Format: 24 episodes (split into 2 cours)
• Platform: Crunchyroll
• Involvement: TurtleMe is directly supervising

Now here’s the honest fan take: This could go either way.

Studio A-Cat doesn’t exactly have a flawless track record, so expectations are… cautious. But having the original author involved is a huge plus.

If they nail the pacing and emotional beats (especially Arthur’s early life and growth), this could be the next big isekai hit.

If not… well, Reddit will have a field day.

The “12 Chapters Left” Panic—What Actually Happened?

If you were around in 2025, you probably saw the chaos: “TBATE is ending in 12 chapters!”

People thought the manhwa was about to wrap up out of nowhere.

That wasn’t the case.

What actually happened:

• The web novel had 12 chapters left at the time
• Social media took that out of context
• Panic spread across the fandom

Meanwhile, the manhwa was just getting warmed up.

Personal Take: Why TBATE Still Feels Like It’s in Its Prime

As someone who’s followed both versions, here’s the honest opinion:

TBATE hasn’t peaked yet in the manhwa.

The early arcs are great, sure—but the real emotional and narrative weight comes later. The war, the sacrifices, the moral gray areas… that’s where the story hits differently.

Arthur stops being just “OP protagonist” and becomes something more complex:

• A leader
• A strategist
• Someone who fails and has to live with it

And that’s exactly why the upcoming seasons matter so much.

TBATE Status Overview (2026)

What’s Next for TurtleMe?

Even though the main story is done, the creator isn’t disappearing.

TurtleMe has already launched a new project: Soul Forged (started November 2025).

At the same time, he’s still actively involved in:

• Manhwa supervision
• Anime production

So TBATE as a franchise? Far from over.

Final Thoughts

If you came here hoping for a simple yes/no answer, TBATE doesn’t really give you that luxury.

• Want the full story now? Read the novel—it’s done.
• Prefer visuals and pacing? The manhwa is still building toward its best arcs.
• Waiting for anime? You’re rolling the dice—but it might pay off.

Either way, one thing is clear:

The Beginning After the End isn’t ending—it’s evolving.

And honestly? This is probably the most exciting phase to be a fan.