Ache Comic
Guide to Ache, VIVINOS' 19-page Zombie Stage companion comic exploring Mizi and Sua in the ZOMST plague AU. Release info, reading order, and Round 1 context.
Last updated: August 2026
What Is Ache?
Ache is a 19-page companion comic published by VIVINOS for the Zombie Stage alternate universe (ZOMST). Unlike the animated Round episodes on YouTube, it is a static manga-style release that deepens the relationship between Mizi and Sua within the zombie-plague setting — the same AU where infected performers are forced into a criminal survival broadcast.
This page is a fan-run wiki article. We are not affiliated with VIVINOS. We do not host comic panels or scans. To read Ache legally, visit the official VIVINOS Patreon (where an English translation is available) or follow announcements on VIVINOS' official X account. Ache belongs to the ZOMST spinoff line and is separate from Alien Stage's main comic releases.
Release Details
VIVINOS posted Ache on July 17, 2026. At the time of writing (August 2026), it is the most recent ZOMST release after Round 1, which premiered on June 26, 2026. The comic spans 19 pages and was distributed through VIVINOS' usual creator channels rather than as a YouTube upload.
An official English translation is available to Patreon supporters. Other language communities typically rely on fan translations until additional official versions appear — always prefer Patreon or credited official posts when they exist. Track future ZOMST drops on our timeline.
Story Context — Mizi & Sua
Ache focuses on emotional and interpersonal beats between Mizi and Sua that the Round format cannot fully pause for. Readers familiar with Round 1 will recognize the pair from the bracket teaser and the Sweet Scar chase — but the comic explores their bond in quieter, more intimate register before or alongside the broadcast horror.
Musical motifs from the ZOMST soundtrack echo throughout the franchise; Sweet Scar underscores Round 1's pursuit, while Little Bunny ties into broader Mizi–Sua thematics in the parent Alien Stage line. For a full narrative frame, read our plot overview after watching Round 1.
How to Read Ache
New ZOMST fans should follow the recommended watch order before opening Ache: start with the Teaser PV, then Round 1. The comic assumes you understand the survival-program premise and who Mizi and Sua are; reading it first may spoil emotional payoffs from Round 1 without giving you the full audiovisual experience.
Our how to watch guide walks through official platforms, spoiler etiquette, and where companion media like Ache fits. After reading on Patreon, revisit Round 1 — the embedded video below uses Round 1 footage for context on the Mizi–Sua dynamic discussed in Ache.
Relation to Video Rounds
Ache is companion material, not a substitute for upcoming video episodes. Round 2 (Ivan vs Till) and the Grand Finale remain unreleased animated rounds; Ache does not advance that bracket or replace them. Think of it as side-story enrichment — similar to how Alien Stage publishes comics parallel to its music videos, but set firmly in the ZOMST infection AU.
When Round 2 eventually releases, Ache will still sit between Round 1 and Round 2 in the recommended reading order for fans who want every scrap of Mizi–Sua context. Update your progress with our timeline and episode tracker as new official content drops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ache a Round 2 episode?
No. Ache is a 19-page comic released July 17, 2026. Round 2 is still an upcoming animated episode, not this release.
Where can I read Ache in English?
VIVINOS provides an official English translation on Patreon. This wiki does not host the comic; support the creator directly.
Should I read Ache before or after Round 1?
After Round 1 is recommended. The comic deepens Mizi and Sua context that Round 1 establishes through animation and Sweet Scar.
Is Ache part of Alien Stage canon?
Ache is Zombie Stage (ZOMST) companion content in the plague AU. It is separate from Alien Stage's main comic series, though it reuses the same characters in an alternate setting.
Does this wiki reproduce Ache pages?
No. We summarize release facts and reading order only. Read the full comic on official VIVINOS channels.