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By 2071, humanity has spread across the stars yet remains plagued by terrestrial issues such as addiction and crime. The narrative centers on Spike Spiegel and Jet Black, bounty hunters who traverse the cosmos tracking down felons for a living. Beneath Spike's carefree demeanor hides a troubled past, while Jet struggles with his own painful memories as he tends to both Spike and the Bebop, their ship which doubles as their home. They are eventually joined by Faye Valentine, a charming con artist; Edward Wong Hau Pepelu Tivrusky IV, a quirky child; and Ein, a genetically modified Welsh corgi. As the Bebop crew develops strong bonds and apprehends various criminals, they face a looming threat connected to Spike's dark history. Confronted by a rival's perilous plot, Spike must decide between seeking vengeance or valuing his new family.

Parasitic aliens descend from space to infiltrate Earth, seizing human brains to transform their hosts into predators. When seventeen-year-old Shinichi Izumi narrowly avoids full possession, a parasite named Migi fails to reach his brain and instead takes control of his right hand. Deprived of its primary objective, Migi must depend on Shinichi for survival, binding them in an uneasy alliance as they confront other dangerous parasites intent on eradicating this deviation from their kind.

In the 22nd century, Japan operates under the Sibyl System, which measures an individual's criminal potential via their Psycho-Pass. This technology allows Inspectors to identify and neutralize societal threats, frequently using lethal force, while being supported by Enforcers—ex-convicts given conditional liberty to aid the Inspectors. Akane Tsunemori, a principled young Inspector, enters this environment with a steadfast belief in justice. Partnering with the experienced Enforcer Shinya Kougami, she begins to notice flaws in the Sibyl System's judgments, undermining her initial convictions. As she grapples with these revelations, Akane starts to question the true essence of justice and whether it can truly be realized through a system that might be fundamentally defective.

In a world where Spontaneous Human Combustion has become a grim reality, ordinary citizens can suddenly transform into raging, flaming creatures known as Infernals. These initial victims represent the first cases of Human Combustion, whereas later generations, called pyrokinetics, possess the ability to control their flames without losing their humanity. To combat this threat and uncover its origins, the Tokyo Armed Forces, the Fire Defense Agency, and the Holy Church of Sol established the Special Fire Force. Shinra Kusakabe, a gifted third-generation pyrokinetic nicknamed Devil's Footprints for his power to ignite his feet, enthusiastically joins the lively Special Fire Force Company 8. Committed to the unit's mission of halting rampaging Infernals and laying their souls to rest, Shinra aspires to become a hero who rescues people from fiery peril. However, the truth diverges sharply from the heroic tale Shinra envisioned. The Special Fire Force is rife with internal strife and discord among its brigades, while reports of bizarre Infernal sightings surge throughout Tokyo. Furthermore, a clandestine organization claims to hold knowledge regarding the fatal fire that consumed Shinra's family twelve years ago. Confronting challenges both within and beyond the Fire Force, Shinra battles to reveal the truths concealed behind the burning mysteries that have always eluded him.

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 Edo, a city where samurai once thrived with courage and ambition, the arrival of the powerful alien race known as the Amanto shattered those dreams. The former shogunate now operates under foreign rule, and a new law prohibits carrying swords in public. Gintoki Sakata, a peculiar man with silver hair and a habit of carrying a wooden sword, continues to live as a samurai despite the ban. As the leader of Yorozuya, a small business that takes on odd jobs, he often sets out on missions to help others, though his methods are unusual and frequently chaotic. Alongside Shinpachi Shimura, a bespectacled youth training to be a samurai, Kagura, a strong and gluttonous tomboy, and Sadaharu, their enormous pet dog who likes to bite heads, the Yorozuya navigate the many challenges posed by the diverse residents of Edo, from alien nobility to local gang conflicts.

In the early 21st century, magic has evolved from myth into a codified science taught as a specialized subject at various educational institutions. First High School, a renowned academy for aspiring magicians, segregates its student body into two factions based on entrance exam results: the high-scoring "Blooms" who join the First Course, and the "Weeds" who are assigned to the Second Course. The narrative centers on siblings Tatsuya and Miyuki Shiba as they enroll at First High School. Following their examinations, Miyuki's extraordinary aptitude earns her a place in the First Course, whereas Tatsuya is demoted to the Second Course as a "Weed" due to his lackluster practical performance. Despite this classification, Tatsuya harbors profound theoretical insight, exceptional martial arts skills, and distinct magical capabilities, establishing him as a true irregular within this structured magical society.

Three decades ago, a colossal "spatial quake," a baffling spatial anomaly, ravaged the Eurasian continent, claiming more than 150 million lives. Although these disturbances have since occurred globally on a reduced scale, the threat remains. Shidou Itsuka is a typical high schooler residing with his younger sister, Kotori. When a spatial quake looms over Tengu City, Shidou dashes to shield Kotori but becomes engulfed in the eruption. At the epicenter, he encounters a mysterious girl identified as a "Spirit," a supernatural entity whose existence triggers these quakes. Shidou is immediately thrust into a clash between this girl and the Anti-Spirit Team, a brutal organization committed to exterminating Spirits. However, a third faction known as "Ratatoskr" appears, advocating for the preservation of Spirits. To Shidou's shock, this group is commanded by his own sister. Following the confrontation, Kotori compels Shidou to enlist in their mission, unveiling a peculiar strategy to neutralize the Spirit threat: making them fall in love with him. The future of the world now hinges on Shidou's capacity to capture the hearts of the Spirits.

In the neon-soaked metropolis of Night City, a future version of California, dreams frequently meet a violent demise. David Martinez, a teenager residing in the city's slums, is driven by his mother's dying wish for him to join Arasaka, the globe's premier security corporation. Enrolled in the elite Arasaka Academy and sustained by his mother's tireless work, David strives to climb the corporate ranks. His world is upended when a savage clash with a local gang leaves him devastated. Amidst his despair, David uncovers Sandevistan cyberware, a prosthetic implant that bestows superhuman speed. Fueled by fury, he installs the device and exacts vengeance on one of his assailants, an act that leads to his expulsion from the academy and shatters his chance to fulfill his mother's aspirations. Possessing these new capabilities, David draws the notice of the mysterious data thief, Lucyna "Lucy" Kushinada, who presents him with a new direction. However, aligning with Lucy plunges David into the realm of Edgerunners—cyborg outlaws who break the law for profit. The Edgerunner lifestyle is perilous, often ending in cyberware malfunctions or mental collapse, yet in his battle against a corrupt system, David is prepared to wager everything.

In 2021, a parasitic virus named Gastrea turns infected humans into terrifying monsters. The remaining survivors live within fortifications constructed from Varanium, the sole substance capable of repelling Gastrea. The Tendo Civil Security identifies specific young girls as "Cursed Children" and assigns them the rank of Initiator. Because their bodies harbor traces of the virus, these Initiators possess immense abilities. Every Initiator is matched with a Promoter whose duty is to guide and safeguard them. These pairs are sent on missions to fight the Gastrea-born creatures and protect human communities. Black Bullet centers on Enju Aihara, an Initiator, and her Promoter, Satomi Rentaro, as they undertake missions to counter the escalating Gastrea threat in their home city of Tokyo.

In 1988, a young boy with psychic abilities triggers a catastrophic explosion that destroys Tokyo and ignites World War III. To avert future disasters, he is captured and hidden from the public. Thirty years later, the reconstructed Neo-Tokyo is ravaged by gang violence and anti-government unrest. Shoutarou Kaneda leads "the Capsules," a notorious gang known for their oversized custom motorcycles and their bitter feud with "the Clowns." During a confrontation with their rivals, Kaneda's best friend, Tetsuo Shima, collides with an esper escaping a government facility. This incident awakens Tetsuo's dormant psychic powers, which quickly spiral out of control. As authorities struggle to contain this new threat to the city, Tetsuo becomes increasingly powerful, transforming into the epicenter of the escalating chaos.

Following his confrontation with his brother Shou in the Nether, Shinra Kusakabe's resolve to become a hero who protects humanity from the Flame Hazard intensifies. His goals are to find a method to revert Infernals back to humans, expose the truths behind the Evangelist and the Adolla Burst, and rescue both his mother and Shou. Yet, Shinra is acutely aware of the daunting obstacles ahead, particularly the threat posed by the Evangelist. The Evangelist's plan is simple: collect the eight pillars, individuals gifted with the Adolla Burst, and sacrifice them to reenact the Great Cataclysm from 250 years ago. Upon learning from the First Pillar that another pillar is imminent, Shinra vows to defend his fellow pillars from the Evangelist. As a result, the Special Fire Force clashes fiercely with the Evangelist. Fighting alongside his team, Shinra presses on to uncover the truth regarding the Great Cataclysm, the essence of the Adolla Burst, and the enigma of human spontaneous combustion.

Located in Japan, Academy City is a futuristic metropolis that stands thirty years ahead of the rest of the world in scientific and technological progress. More than seventy-five percent of its inhabitants are students training their psychic abilities at various institutions. Touma Kamijou, a high school student, is ranked at the bottom with a level-zero ability, yet he wields a unique power named Imagine Breaker capable of neutralizing any supernatural force. Despite this extraordinary capability, Touma lives a normal life until he encounters Index Librorum Prohibitorum, a girl who has memorized every forbidden book of magic. When a dangerous group targets her, Touma vows to protect her from the magicians threatening her life, pulling him into a hidden world of the supernatural.

Vash the Stampede bears a staggering 60 billion double-dollar bounty, infamous as a ruthless outlaw whose trail of devastation earned him the moniker "The Humanoid Typhoon." Legends claim that merely catching his eye is enough to seal one's fate. However, behind this terrifying image lies a gentle spirit who insists he has never claimed a life, doing everything possible to avert violence. Driven by a strange love for donuts and an optimistic outlook, Vash wanders the desert planet of Gunsmoke alongside insurance adjusters Meryl Stryfe and Milly Thompson, whose job is to manage the turmoil he accidentally creates. As their travels continue, they are thrust into lethal clashes with elite assassins. These events force Vash's dark history to the surface, testing his core beliefs and moral boundaries to their absolute limit.

Four years after the infamous Sword Art Online incident, the year 2026 sees the rise of Augma, a groundbreaking new device. Unlike previous Virtual Reality gear like the NerveGear and Amusphere, Augma utilizes an Augmented Reality system that keeps users fully conscious and aware of their real-world surroundings, establishing it as a safe and widely embraced consumer choice. The platform's most coveted application is Ordinal Scale, a fantasy role-playing game centered around player rankings and rewards. While Kirito initially harbors doubts about this technology, he ultimately joins his friends who are already deeply immersed in Ordinal Scale. What begins as a harmless pastime quickly escalates into a far more perilous and ominous situation.

Haruyuki Arita, a middle school student who endures frequent bullying and finds refuge in online gaming, sees his world upended when Kuroyukihime, the popular vice president of the student council and a top player in his favorite game, claims the number one spot on the leaderboard. Summoned to the student lounge, Haruyuki is introduced by Kuroyukihime to Brain Burst, a program that amplifies brain function and generates a virtual battlefield where time appears to stand still. In this realm, players accumulate acceleration points through combat, but losing all points results in permanent deletion from the system. Kuroyukihime enlists Haruyuki's aid to locate the program's creator and uncover its true intent. Their mission requires confronting the Six Kings of Pure Color, the formidable leaders of various factions, and ascending to level 10. Following Kuroyukihime's intervention to halt his tormentors, Haruyuki accepts her offer, launching their shared journey toward the pinnacle of Accel World.

Following the destruction of their hometown by colossal monsters known as kaijuu, childhood friends Kafka Hibino and Mina Ashiro vowed to join the Defense Force, the military organization dedicated to shielding Japan from these giant threats. Years later, the now 32-year-old Kafka has abandoned his dream of heroism to work cleaning up the remains of fallen kaijuu, whereas Mina has successfully become a member of the Defense Force. Kafka's life takes a dramatic turn upon meeting his new coworker, Reno Ichikawa, a determined young man who shares the dream Kafka once held of becoming a Defense Force officer. Disaster strikes when they encounter a rogue kaijuu; despite his doubts, Kafka saves Reno by revealing hidden heroic qualities, though he sustains severe injuries in the process. While recovering in the hospital, Kafka is attacked and gains the ability to transform into a humanoid form of a kaijuu, granting him the immense power of these titanic creatures. This new ability earns him the military designation "Kaijuu No. 8." Embracing his second chance at being a hero, Kafka teams up with Reno, who respects his courage, and they join forces with seasoned fighters like Mina to defend Japan from the kaijuu threat on the frontlines of the Defense Force.

Ichirou Inuyashiki, a 58-year-old man, endures a bleak existence plagued by chronic back pain and the emotional neglect of his wife and children. His sole solace comes from Hanako, a stray Shiba Inu he rescued. His circumstances deteriorate further upon receiving a stage four stomach cancer diagnosis with a mere three-month prognosis. Though he attempts to remain resilient, his family's icy demeanor drives him to the brink. Seeking tranquility, he visits a nearby field with his dog, where an enigmatic figure suddenly appears. Suddenly, a brilliant flash of light and debris engulfs Ichirou. Upon awakening, he discovers his body has been transformed, now housing a concealed mechanical weapon. Initially stunned, the benevolent Ichirou swiftly employs his new powers to save a life, an act that restores his vitality and sense of purpose. The origin of these abilities remains a mystery. Who was the mysterious individual at the site of the explosion, and do their motives align with Ichirou's desire to aid others despite possessing such formidable strength?

In this sequel to the sci-fi psychological drama, Akane Tsunemori continues her duties as an inspector, executing the Sibyl System's judgments. She is joined by new enforcers and Mika Shimotsuki, a dedicated junior inspector who faithfully adheres to Sibyl. As Akane contemplates her responsibilities and starts to question the correctness of Sibyl's decisions, a mysterious threat emerges. An unknown attacker has discovered a method to manipulate the Crime Coefficient, the metric the Sibyl System uses to evaluate mental stability and identify potential criminals. Exploiting this flaw, the assailant commits murder and leaves a cryptic message—"WC?"—written in blood at the scene. Division 01, including Akane, becomes embroiled in a dangerous struggle against this new enemy. They uncover a conspiracy that challenges the validity of the Sibyl System and undermines the very core of Akane's convictions.

Gintoki, Shinpachi, and Kagura are back as the perpetually broke but cheerful members of the Yorozuya team. In an alternate-reality Edo where swords are forbidden and alien invaders have taken over Japan, they scrape by taking whatever odd jobs come their way. Still, Shinpachi and Kagura haven't seen a single payment—could Gin-chan really be blowing all the money on pachinko? One night, a drunken Gintoki stumbles home just as an alien spacecraft crashes nearby. A mortally wounded crew member crawls out and hands him a strange, clock-shaped device, warning that it holds immense power and must be protected. Mistaking it for his alarm clock, Gintoki smashes it the next morning—only to find the world outside his apartment frozen in time. With Kagura and Shinpachi by his side, he sets out to get the device repaired. Of course, nothing ever goes smoothly for the Yorozuya team. Packed with irreverent humor and heartfelt moments, Gintama's fourth season sees Gintoki and his friends face their wildest misadventures and most dangerous threats yet.

In Date A Live II, Spirits remain immensely powerful supernatural entities whose mere presence triggers devastating spatial disturbances. While some factions attempt to annihilate these beings, others strive to win their hearts to neutralize the threat they pose. Having already sealed three Spirits, Shidou Itsuka continues his duties with Ratatoskr, tracking down new Spirits and forging romantic bonds to protect the world. However, this time Shidou and his team confront a menace that transcends the Spirits themselves, as a far more dangerous entity begins to watch their every move.

In the world of Infinite Stratos, Japan developed the IS, a formidable exoskeleton suit that only females are capable of piloting. Due to its overwhelming destructive potential, an international treaty prohibited its deployment in warfare. Fifteen-year-old Ichika Orimura, who miraculously possesses the ability to operate an IS, is compelled to attend the Infinite Stratos Academy, an exclusive all-girls boarding school dedicated to training IS operators. Upon arrival, he reconnects with childhood friends Houki Shinonono and Lingyin Huang while forging a connection with Cecilia Alcott, the representative from the UK. Closely monitored by his older sister and homeroom teacher, Chifuyu Orimura, Ichika and his fellow students must rely on their piloting abilities to defend the school and themselves against the myriad dangers that arise during their eventful school life.

Academy City stands as a technological metropolis, surpassing the rest of the world by approximately two to three decades. Among its 2.3 million inhabitants, 80% are students whose education focuses on cultivating esper abilities. Misaka Mikoto, one of the city's most potent espers, shares a dormitory with Kuroko Shirai, a high-level esper who serves in Judgement, a student-led law enforcement agency. Both girls are enrolled at Tokiwadai, an exclusive private school for the wealthy and gifted. Kuroko's partner in Judgement is Kazari Uiharu, a low-level esper attending Sakugawa Middle School, where her best friend and classmate is Ruiko Saten, a Level Zero possessing no esper powers. Together, these four become embroiled in various adventures throughout the dynamic scientific city.

After a one-year break, Shinpachi Shimura comes back to Edo and is shocked to discover that Gintoki and Kagura, his fellow Yorozuya members, have turned into entirely different people! Fleeing the Yorozuya office in confusion, Shinpachi realizes that every resident of Edo has undergone ridiculously extreme changes, both in looks and personality. Most unbelievable of all, his sister Otae has married the Shinsengumi commander and shameless stalker Isao Kondou and is expecting their first child. Bewildered, Shinpachi agrees to join the Shinsengumi at Otae and Kondou's request and finds even more startling transformations happening both within and outside the organization's ranks. However, upon discovering that Vice Commander Toushirou Hijikata has remained unchanged, Shinpachi and his unlikely Shinsengumi ally set out to restore the city of Edo to the way they remember it. Packed with even more dirty jokes, tongue-in-cheek parodies, and shameless references, Gintama' follows the Yorozuya team through further misadventures in the lively, alien-filled world of Edo.