Inori's Homunculus Tears Yuri Novel Gets Manga by Ayster, Dokico

German publisher Dokico has announced a manga adaptation of Inori’s yuri novel, Homunculus Tears: Alchemy for the Brokenhearted. The series will be illustrated by artist Ayster and is scheduled for simultaneous release in German, English, and Japanese starting in January 2027.

The project follows a previous attempt that was canceled after original partners Nata Ōkura and Kadokawa withdrew from the endeavor. Author Inori stated that the adaptation was restructured to move forward officially, expressing hope that the new version would resonate with readers who have felt isolated or without purpose. Artist Ayster accepted the role, pledging to bring the story of protagonists Maha and Ruri to life.

The original novel explores themes of despair and identity within a conflict between humans and demons. It was initially self-published digitally in Japan in April 2025 and in English the following month.