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Ever since his father passed away, Tanjirou Kamado has shouldered the responsibility of supporting his family while living in poverty on a remote mountain. Despite their difficult circumstances, the Kamado household maintains a generally peaceful and happy life. One day, Tanjirou travels to a nearby village to sell charcoal and earn money. As night falls during his return trip, he finds shelter at the home of an odd stranger, who warns him about flesh-eating demons that roam the forest after sunset. The following morning, upon returning home, Tanjirou encounters a horrific scene: his entire family has been brutally slaughtered. The only survivor is his sister Nezuko, who has been transformed into a blood-thirsty demon. Driven by rage and grief, Tanjirou vows to avenge his family and protect his remaining kin. Joining forces with the mysterious Demon Slayer Corps, he is resolved to eradicate demons and preserve what little of his beloved sister's humanity remains.

Teenager Yuuji Itadori enjoys a laid-back existence, splitting his days between the Occult Club's informal ghost hunting and caring for his ailing grandfather at the hospital. This mundane life shatters when he encounters a cursed object. Upon swallowing a finger belonging to Ryoumen Sukuna, the malevolent King of Curses, Yuuji is dragged into a perilous realm where curses born from negative human emotions roam free. As he comes to grips with his newfound powers, Yuuji enrolls at Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, embarking on an irreversible journey as a jujutsu sorcerer.

In Mob Psycho 100, Shigeo Kageyama, an eighth-grade boy known as Mob, has grappled with overwhelming psychic abilities since he was a child. To avoid the hazards these powers pose, he keeps them tightly suppressed, utilizing them solely to impress Tsubomi, a girl he admires, only for her to eventually lose interest. In search of meaning, Mob begins working for Arataka Reigen, a fraudulent psychic who capitalizes on Mob's talents for profit, turning routine exorcisms into a daily occurrence. However, the psychic energy Mob holds back threatens to explode destructively if his intense emotions or concealed power are unleashed, potentially transforming him forever. This looming danger of an eruption persists, making it appear nearly impossible to prevent.

When people face dire emergencies, a mysterious red phone number occasionally appears, linking them to Yato, a minor god who styles himself as the Yato God. Although he dreams of amassing millions of followers, his lack of a single shrine keeps him from that ambition, forcing him to survive on cheap five-yen jobs. His plight deepens when his weapon partner abandons him, disillusioned by what they see as his incompetence. However, fate intervenes when middle schooler Hiyori Iki seemingly sacrifices her life to save Yato from a car crash. While she survives physically, her spirit becomes unstable, causing her soul to detach from her body. Desperate to return to normal, Hiyori insists that Yato fix her condition, a task that requires him to find a new weapon partner. Reluctantly, she agrees to help him in this search, offering a faint glimmer of hope that Yato's luck might finally be turning.

Ichigo Kurosaki's mundane high school life is abruptly upended when a Hollow, a soul-devouring spirit, launches an attack on his family. Amidst the chaos, he meets Rukia Kuchiki, a Shinigami who sustains injuries while defending Ichigo's kin. Driven by a desire to protect his loved ones, Ichigo accepts Rukia's powers and transforms into a Shinigami himself. With Rukia incapacitated, Ichigo assumes the perilous duty of purging the Hollows that plague their town. He is soon aided by his friends and classmates—Orihime Inoue, Yasutora Sado, and Uryuu Ishida—who each contribute their own distinct abilities to the fight. As Ichigo and his allies navigate their new roles, striving to balance combat with daily existence, he learns that Hollows represent merely the initial wave of dangers threatening the human world.

In The Future Diary, Yukiteru Amano is a quiet middle school student who records every aspect of his daily life in a digital diary on his phone. Feeling like an outsider at school, he frequently converses with his imaginary friends: Deus Ex Machina, the god of time and space, and Mur Mur, Deus' assistant. One day, Yukiteru notices his phone beginning to predict future events. Initially dismissing it as a coincidence, he soon realizes the predictions are accurate. As he starts utilizing this power, he discovers that his classmate Yuno Gasai possesses a similar device. Together, they manage to evade a mysterious pursuer and return home. There, Deus Ex Machina reveals that they, along with ten others, are now participants in a deadly game where the winner will become Deus Ex Machina's successor. With no other option, Yukiteru and Yuno must rely on their Future Diaries to survive and win the brutal competition.

In a reality where the human world of Assiah and the demon realm of Gehenna remain distinct, crossing between them is only possible through possession. Satan, the ruler of Gehenna, seeks to conquer Assiah but lacks a suitable host. To realize this ambition, he sends his own son to grow until he becomes a vessel strong enough to contain him. "Blue Exorcist" centers on Rin Okumura, a teenager who appears ordinary and occasionally rowdy. His life shifts dramatically when demons attack him, revealing his true identity as Satan's son, destined to return to Gehenna and aid his father in the conquest of Assiah. Refusing to ally with his father, Rin resolves to become an exorcist to defend Assiah, fighting alongside his brother Yukio.

In 1868, English nobleman George Joestar and his son Jonathan survive a carriage crash, creating a debt they believe they owe to Dario Brando. In truth, Dario never intended to save them; he merely assumed they were dead and hoped to rob them. Twelve years after Dario's passing, George takes in Dario's son, Dio, to honor this perceived obligation. Dio feigns affection for his adoptive father while secretly scheming to seize the Joestar fortune. He starts by driving a wedge between George and Jonathan, frequently outshining his foster brother to solidify his position within the household. However, Dio overreaches when Jonathan ultimately triumphs in a physical confrontation. As time passes, Dio and Jonathan seem to forge a bond, appearing as close friends to outsiders. Yet tensions flare again as George's health deteriorates, leading Jonathan to suspect Dio is responsible for his father's decline and harboring darker intentions.

A series of baffling disappearances aboard a train has stumped the Demon Slayer Corps, compelling Flame Pillar Kyoujurou Rengoku to intervene personally. He is joined by the eager newcomers Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira, who hope to observe their revered leader in action. Unaware of the danger, the team finds that the demons responsible for the abductions have already activated their malicious plan. Now, the group must summon every ounce of their power and technique to safeguard the two hundred passengers on board. As the situation intensifies, Tanjirou's resolve and sense of duty are driven to the very edge of collapse.

In the wake of the devastating Mugen Train incident, the Demon Slayer Corps confronts a fresh threat as a sinister demon begins hunting women within the Yoshiwara Entertainment District. Tengen Uzui, the Sound Hashira, accepts this mission accompanied by his three wives. However, when communication with them abruptly ceases, a concerned Tengen recruits Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira for aid. To locate the ruthless Upper Rank Demon, the group must penetrate the district's most renowned venues.

In Mob Psycho 100 II, Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama continues to mature, developing a sharper understanding of how his psychic powers impact those nearby. Partnering with his mentor Reigen Arataka, he tackles various supernatural occurrences, ranging from exorcisms to debunking local myths. However, Mob no longer follows Reigen without question; the struggles of possessing immense psychic strength have left a lasting mark. As they encounter increasingly perilous and unsettling threats, the atmosphere grows darker and more serious, reflecting the gravity of these new challenges.

In Noragami Aragoto, Yato and Yukine have successfully restored their bond as god and Regalia. Despite remaining a minor deity, Yato persists in accepting odd jobs for five yen, clinging to his ambition of eventually amassing a vast following and constructing his own grand shrine. Concurrently, Hiyori Iki, whose soul still floats detached from her body, eagerly anticipates beginning high school with a hopeful outlook. Although everyday life appears to have settled back into a routine, the intricate past shared by Yato and Bishamon, the goddess of war, starts to resurface. Driven by an ancient grudge against Yato, Bishamon instigates intense confrontations. The situation becomes further entangled with Kazuma, Bishamon's most loyal Regalia, who carries a debt to Yato. To correct past errors and preserve lives, the truth underlying these conflicts must be revealed.

In High School DxD, Issei Hyoudou leads the ordinary life of a perverted high school student, constantly dreaming of a harem and sneaking peeks at girls. His reality shatters when a beautiful girl asks him out, only to reveal herself as a fallen angel and slay him. Rias Gremory, a gorgeous senior and powerful devil, grants Issei a second chance by resurrecting him as her servant and recruiting him into the school's Occult Research Club. As Issei adapts to his new existence, he endures grueling training and battles to survive the treacherous realm of angels and devils. Alongside his new companions, every adventure blends humor with risqué moments, all while he conceals his dual life from his family and classmates in High School DxD.

In the lively Ikebukuro district of Tokyo, whispers abound regarding enigmatic gangs and perilous individuals, with the most notorious tale centering on the "Black Rider," a headless specter speeding through the streets on a black motorcycle. Mikado Ryuugamine yearns for the thrill of urban living and relocates to Tokyo after an invitation from a childhood friend. Upon his arrival, he catches a glimpse of the Black Rider, suggesting his desire for adventure may finally come to pass. However, as bizarre incidents begin to surface, Mikado and other ordinary citizens find themselves entangled in the turmoil sweeping Ikebukuro, sharing the stage with the area's most eccentric inhabitants.

In 2006, Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School buzzes with the constant bickering and intense debates of two inseparable friends, Satoru Gojou and Suguru Getou. Confident in their prowess as young, powerful Special Grade sorcerers, they are tasked with ensuring the safe transport of the composed Riko Amanai to the entity holding the essence of the jujutsu world. Yet, this mission thrusts them into a morally complex dilemma that threatens the delicate equilibrium between sorcerers and ordinary humans. Twelve years later, students and sorcerers stand as the primary defenders against a surging tide of high-level curses born from human negativity. As these curses grow stronger, they develop greater self-awareness and ambition, uniting under the guidance of a dangerous ancient cursed spirit. Their shared objective is to wipe out humanity and forge a world exclusively for those who wield cursed energy. To eliminate their greatest obstacle—the most powerful sorcerer, Gojou—they orchestrate an attack on Shibuya Station during Halloween. The sorcerers divide into groups, prepared to fight to the end to protect both innocent civilians and their own kind.

Ganta Igarashi begins an ordinary day preparing for a school excursion to Deadman Wonderland, an amusement park where incarcerated performers stage perilous shows for spectators. However, his routine is shattered when a figure cloaked in red brutally massacres his entire class. Wrongfully accused and sentenced to death, Ganta is incarcerated within the very facility he was meant to tour. Thrust into a harsh environment populated by vicious inmates and bizarre supernatural abilities, Ganta is forced to wear a lethal collar that only deactivates when he succeeds in the prison's deadly competitions. To endure this treacherous setting where trust is scarce, he must constantly gamble with his life while hunting down the enigmatic "Red Man" to clear his name.

In Devilman: Crybaby, devils must possess a human vessel to appear in the physical world, yet an individual with a sufficiently strong will can dominate the demon and wield its power to become a Devilman. Akira Fudou, a gentle soul defined by deep empathy, eagerly agrees to help his childhood friend Ryou Asuka hunt devils. Their quest unexpectedly leads them to Sabbath, a hedonistic festival of excess. When violence breaks out, demons seize control of the attendees, transforming them into monsters and sparking chaos. In a desperate bid to save Ryou, Akira merges with the demon Amon, transforming into a Devilman and acquiring the strength to defeat the remaining beasts. This newfound power awakens a dangerous, primal aspect of Akira's personality. Nevertheless, despite his demonic form, he retains his compassionate nature and joins forces with Ryou to safeguard humanity and his loved ones from the demonic threat.

In the shadowy corners of Victorian England, Ciel Phantomhive, known as "the Queen's Guard Dog," tackles the disturbing cases that endanger the realm on behalf of the monarchy. Guided by Sebastian Michaelis, a butler whose capabilities surpass human limits, Ciel employs every method necessary to complete his duties. However, deeper mysteries may lurk behind Sebastian's enigmatic presence. Tragic events from Ciel's past cast a dark shadow over him, prompting a pact with Sebastian, a demon, to exact revenge on those who wronged him in exchange for his soul. In the present, Sebastian excels not merely as a butler but as a flawless executor of Ciel's desires, while impatiently awaiting the day he can feast on Ciel's soul. As they unravel the riddles surrounding Ciel's misfortunes, an unbreakable bond forms between them, defying both heaven and hell.

Sixteen-year-old Yuuta Okkotsu is a timid student frequently targeted by bullies, plagued by violent outbursts from his monstrous curse, Rika Orimoto. Born from a traumatic past, this curse poses a lethal danger to anyone who provokes him. Yuuta's unique predicament draws the attention of Satoru Gojou, a formidable sorcerer and instructor at Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School. Seeing potential in the boy, Gojou intends to guide Yuuta in harnessing his curse for the greater good. However, Yuuta finds it difficult to integrate with his talented classmates, including the selectively silent Toge Inumaki, weapons expert Maki Zenin, and the enigmatic Panda. While undertaking missions with his peers, Yuuta clumsily wields Rika's overwhelming power, often resulting in disastrous consequences. These incidents catch the eye of Suguru Getou, a cunning curse user plotting to exploit Rika's strength to wipe out all non-jujutsu practitioners. Standing alongside his friends, Yuuta battles to thwart Getou's genocidal scheme.

In "Beyond the Boundary," Mirai Kuriyama, the sole survivor of a Spirit World warrior clan, wields a unique power to transform her own blood into a lethal weapon. Her duty is to eradicate "youmu," entities born from human negativity. While lost in thought on a school rooftop, she unexpectedly crosses paths with Akihito Kanbara, a rare half-youmu who appears entirely human. Startled, she strikes him with her blood blade, only to realize he is immortal. Despite this, an unusual bond develops, and Mirai repeatedly attempts to kill Akihito in an effort to bolster her wavering confidence as a Spirit World warrior. Eventually, Akihito convinces her to join the Literature Club, where she meets Hiroomi and Mitsuki Nase, fellow skilled warriors from the Spirit World. As their friendship deepens, the surrounding youmu grow increasingly hostile. What begins as lighthearted adventures evolves into a desperate fight for survival when the most powerful youmu, known as Beyond the Boundary, is on the verge of being unleashed.

In the Swordsmith Village Arc of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, the Demon Slayer Corps has guarded the Swordsmith Village's location in secrecy for generations. Famous for crafting the finest weapons, this settlement supplies the essential tools Demon Slayers require to battle demons and safeguard humanity. After Tanjirou Kamado's sword suffers irreparable damage, he journeys to the village alongside his sister, Nezuko, to secure a replacement. Simultaneously, the death of a high-ranking demon creates shockwaves across the demon world. While Tanjirou is staying in the village, he meets Mist Pillar Muichirou Tokitou and Love Pillar Mitsuri Kanroji, only to realize that dark forces are converging on the village, endangering the Demon Slayers' main source of weaponry.

When darkness and evil stalk the night, feeding on anyone in their path, Hellsing serves as humanity's last line of defense against these monstrous foes. Under the command of Integra Fairbrook Wingates Hellsing, the organization wields a powerful military force to shield the populace from the undead. However, Integra's most potent asset is Alucard, a vampire who preys on his own kin. Working alongside his newly turned subordinate, Seras Victoria, Alucard confronts supernatural adversaries and any who dare challenge Hellsing's authority, irrespective of their moral standing. As the survival of mankind hangs in the balance, Hellsing Ultimate demonstrates that true strength can arise from the most unforeseen origins, proving that even the most fearsome creatures may become humanity's greatest guardians.

The Demon Slayer Corps investigates a series of unexplained disappearances connected to a specific train, sending their elite Flame Hashira, Kyoujurou Rengoku, to confront the suspected demon. Before boarding the Mugen Train, the group encounters a lesser demon attacking the staff and targeting an old woman and her granddaughter, a threat Rengoku eliminates first. Tanjirou Kamado, Inosuke Hashibira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma then join Rengoku to face the main adversary. Once aboard the train, they confront a formidable opponent who intends to exploit the passengers' deepest fears. By delving into their psyches, the demon aims to demonstrate the Twelve Kizuki's capabilities through a horrifying assault on everyone on board.

Following a recent breakup, popular high schooler Momo Ayase demonstrates kindness by shielding her timid classmate Ken Takakura from bullies. Takakura mistakenly interprets this act as the beginning of a friendship based on a shared obsession with aliens and UFOs, whereas Momo is a staunch believer in the occult who firmly rejects the existence of extraterrestrials. This fundamental misunderstanding ignites a rivalry, with both determined to prove the other wrong. Despite their opposing worldviews, Momo and Takakura develop an unexpectedly profound bond through supernatural battles and bizarre encounters with urban legends and paranormal entities. As they each acquire extraordinary abilities, they begin to cover for one another's weaknesses, forcing them to question if their connection transcends a mere partnership of convenience.