The Saint Seiya manga series, created by Masami Kurumada, was first published in the Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine, marking the beginning of the franchise.
The Saint Seiya anime adaptation premiered on Japanese television, expanding the franchise's popularity worldwide.
The original Saint Seiya manga series concluded its run in Weekly Shōnen Jump, ending the foundational story arc of the franchise.
A CGI animated movie retelling the Sanctuary arc was released, modernizing the franchise for a new generation.