Saint Seiya Creator Files Lawsuit Over Massive Embezzlement Allegations
Masami Kurumada, creator of Saint Seiya, has filed a lawsuit alleging that a former staff member embezzled nearly $30 million USD over more than a decade.
Masami Kurumada, the renowned creator of the classic manga series Saint Seiya, has reportedly filed a lawsuit stemming from a massive embezzlement scheme. According to reports from AUTOMATON West, the creator alleges that a former staff member embezzled close to $30 million USD over a period spanning more than ten years.
The creator expressed that the severe financial misappropriation nearly ruined his career as a mangaka. While further details regarding the ongoing legal proceedings remain limited, the grave accusations shed light on the massive financial challenges and insider breaches that creators can face behind the scenes of globally recognized franchises. As the legal battle unfolds, fans and industry observers continue to monitor the situation surrounding one of the manga world's most influential figures.
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- AUTOMATON WestEstablished publication · recorded Sep 2, 2026Saint Seiya creator files lawsuit over massive embezzlement that almost “ruined him as a mangaka”