Spy x Family Chapter 123-2: Release date and everything we need to know

What to expect from Spy x Family Chapter 123-2
What to expect from Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 (Image credit: Shueisha)

With Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 just around the corner, fans are buzzing with theories, speculation, and a healthy dose of excitement. Tatsuya Endo’s Spy x Family has always excelled at balancing high-stakes espionage with slice-of-life comedy, but lately the series has leaned into something even more intriguing: mystery and atmosphere.

The series follows a biweekly release schedule in Shonen Jump+, and that means Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 is expected to release on Sunday, September 28, 2025. As usual, it will be available to read for free on Viz Media’s Shonen Jump platform and Manga Plus when it drops.

Given that Chapter 123 was labeled as “Part 1”, readers can expect Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 to serve as the direct continuation of the Eden Academy ghost-hunting storyline.


Recap of Chapter 123: The ghosts of Eden Academy

Still from a manga (Image credit: Shueisha)
Still from a manga (Image credit: Shueisha)

The chapter began with a quiet moment outside the Forgers’ home. Anya, rushing to catch her school bus, bumped into the elderly Authens. Their kind and affectionate thoughts reassured her that they were just normal people, despite Loid’s ongoing suspicions.

Loid, meanwhile, reflected on his surveillance of Sigmund Authen, noting that even when the old man wandered alone, there was nothing overtly suspicious. For once, Twilight hoped his paranoia might be misplaced.

The real highlight, however, came once the story shifted back to Eden Academy. During a Classical Language class, Anya’s classmate Connie shared one of the Seven Great Secrets of Eden Academy. Naturally, Anya jumped at the chance to investigate, dragging along Connie, Arnold, and Tertius.

Damian, ever jealous at the thought of Anya and Tertius spending time together, decided to tag along as well, covering up his true motivation with a flimsy rumor about gaining status through the schoolhouse. Becky, unimpressed, declined the adventure.

When the kids reached the decrepit building, things quickly turned eerie. Rain forced them inside, the atmosphere unsettled them, and Anya’s telepathy picked up on their terrified thoughts, making her dizzy.

Their first destination was the fine arts room, but before long, a loud thump sent Connie sprinting away, armed with random items to “curse” ghosts. Anya eagerly followed, with Damian close behind. That’s when they stumbled upon something chilling: a single soaked shoe left on a staircase. The cliffhanger was enough to set the fandom ablaze with speculation.


What to expect in Spy x Family Chapter 123-2

Still from the manga (Image credit: Shueisha)
Still from the manga (Image credit: Shueisha)

Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 will likely pick up right where the last chapter ended, with the kids staring at the mysterious wet shoe in the old schoolhouse. Several possibilities have been raised by fans:

  • A missing student: Some theorize the shoe may belong to another Eden pupil, perhaps an older student like Demetrius Desmond’s age, hinting at a deeper mystery tied to the school.
  • A Project Apple connection: Many readers suspect that Eden Academy, with its apple motifs, may have been linked to Project Apple, the human experimentation program that gave Anya her telepathic powers. If true, the old schoolhouse could hold remnants of that dark history.
  • Just a spooky prank: Endo often blends comedy into tense situations, so there’s always the chance that the “haunting” turns out to be nothing more than student rumors or a simple misunderstanding.

That said, the fact that this storyline has been split into multiple parts suggests that something important lies ahead. Endo has rarely done multi-part chapters outside of big reveals, like Twilight’s backstory. Fans should prepare for laughs, jump scares, and maybe even a lore bomb.

Arnold and Tertius also add flavor to the mix. Their banter about rumors and supernatural lore gave Chapter 123 a campfire-story vibe, and having multiple perspectives in the group makes the adventure feel more like a classic school mystery. Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 will almost certainly give them more chances to react to Anya’s antics and maybe even show the hidden courage of their own.

With Chapter 123-1 ending on a spooky cliffhanger, Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 is shaping up to be an important installment. Whether Endo delivers pure comedy, genuine horror, or hidden lore about Eden and Project Apple, fans are eager to see where the kids’ adventure goes next.

Anya continues to be one of the boldest characters in Spy x Family. While her classmates panicked, she ran headfirst into the schoolhouse with excitement. However, Spy x Family Chapter 123-2 could take this further. If the old schoolhouse really is connected to Project Apple, Anya may find herself reliving aspects of her past trauma.

Edited by Nisarga Kakade