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High schooler Yuuji Itadori spends his free time either in the Occult Club, casually indulging in baseless paranormal activities, or at the hospital visiting his bedridden grandfather. This easygoing routine takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon a cursed item. A chain of supernatural events is set off after Yuuji swallows the object, which turns out to be a finger belonging to Sukuna Ryoumen, the King of Curses. Thrust into the world of Curses—beings born from human malice and negativity—he quickly learns the threat they pose to society as he discovers his own new abilities. Introduced to the Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, Yuuji begins to follow a path from which there is no return: the path of a jujutsu sorcerer.

Gabi Braun and Falco Grice have dedicated their entire lives to training with the goal of inheriting one of the seven Titans controlled by Marley, aiming to assist their country in eliminating the Eldians on Paradis. Yet, just as their future seems secure, their tranquility is abruptly disrupted by the arrival of Eren Yeager and the surviving members of the Survey Corps. After finally accessing the Yeager family basement and uncovering the grim history behind the Titans, the Survey Corps has at last discovered the answers they had fought so hard to find. Now possessing the truth, the group heads out into the world beyond the walls. In Shingeki no Kyojin: The Final Season, two vastly different worlds clash as each side pursues its own objectives in the long-awaited conclusion to Paradis' struggle for freedom.

Stripped of any semblance of a normal adolescence, Denji is burdened by the crushing debts left by his irresponsible father. His sole companion is Pochita, a pet chainsaw devil, and together they hunt other devils for cash that the yakuza inevitably seize. Denji’s only wish is for a peaceful existence filled with tasty meals and a lovely girlfriend. However, the yakuza’s treacherous betrayal results in Denji’s gruesome and premature demise, extinguishing his dreams of happiness. Through an ancient agreement, Pochita merges with Denji’s corpse, granting him devil abilities and transforming him into a hybrid capable of turning his limbs into chainsaws. Recognizing the danger Denji poses, Public Safety Bureau’s elite devil hunter Makima recruits him, allowing him to survive only under her strict control. Motivated by the promise of a comfortable life with an appealing woman, Denji dedicates himself to her cause, fighting fiercely to turn his naive aspirations into reality.

The fragile peace between the neighboring nations of Ostania and Westalis is constantly threatened by corrupt politicians, radical nationalists, and other warmongering groups. Despite these dangers, the legendary spy and master of disguise known as "Twilight" carries out perilous missions one after another, driven by the hope that no child will ever have to endure the horrors of war. In the busy Ostanian city of Berlint, Twilight adopts the alias "Loid Forger," posing as a respected psychiatrist. His real goal, however, is to gather intelligence on the influential politician Donovan Desmond, who rarely appears in public except at his sons' school—the prestigious Eden Academy. To accomplish this, Loid recruits unmarried city hall clerk Yor Briar to play the role of his wife and adopts the curious six-year-old orphan Anya as his daughter. His plan is to enroll Anya in Eden Academy, where he hopes she will excel, giving him a chance to meet Donovan without raising suspicion. Unfortunately for Loid, even a man of his skills finds it difficult to convincingly act as a loving father and husband. And just as Loid hides his true identity, Yor—a secret assassin known as the "Thorn Princess"—and Anya—a telepath with the ability to read minds—have no intention of revealing their own secrets either. Though this seemingly perfect family is built on lies, the Forgers gradually realize that the love they have for one another surpasses all else.

Following a series of unexplained vanishings on a train, the Demon Slayer Corps fails to resolve the issue, prompting Flame Pillar Kyoujurou Rengoku to personally intervene and eradicate the danger. He is joined by promising new recruits Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira, who eagerly anticipate witnessing the legendary feats of their superior. Unaware that the demons behind the disappearances have already enacted their sinister scheme, the group must summon their full strength and wield their blades to protect the two hundred passengers on board. As the situation deteriorates, Tanjirou’s determination and sense of duty face a severe trial.

The Demon Slayer Corps is still reeling from the tragic events of the Mugen Train. Even though they have been granted time to heal, their mission cannot pause, as evil never rests: a brutal demon is preying on the beautiful women in the Yoshiwara Entertainment District. The Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, along with his three wives, takes on the investigation. But when he suddenly loses contact with his wives, Tengen fears the worst and calls upon Tanjirou Kamado, Zenitsu Agatsuma, and Inosuke Hashibira to slip into the district's top establishments and track down the malevolent Upper Rank Demon.

At first glance, it seems unlikely that Kyouko Hori and Izumi Miyamura would ever get along. Hori is admired for her intelligence and looks, while Miyamura comes across as quiet and aloof to his classmates. But a chance encounter reveals the hidden sides of both. Despite her popularity at school, Hori has hardly any free time for friends because of her household chores. Meanwhile, Miyamura keeps a low profile, concealing tattoos and piercings that give him the appearance of a gentle delinquent. Though their personalities are opposites, they share unexpected common ground, and the two quickly become close, often hanging out at Hori's place. As they step out of their shells, they reveal to each other the parts of themselves no one else sees.

After spending thirty-four years as a bullied and oppressed shut-in, a man finds the courage to act heroically, only to meet a tragic end. Fate intervenes, and he is reborn in another world as Rudeus Greyrat, the infant son of a loving couple. Retaining the memories and knowledge of his past life, Rudeus adapts rapidly to his new surroundings. Leveraging the maturity of an adult mind, he demonstrates exceptional magical aptitude, refining his abilities under the tutelage of the mage Roxy Migurdia. He also trains in swordsmanship alongside his father, Paul, and befriends Sylphiette, a peer who soon becomes his dearest companion. As Rudeus navigates this second chance, he strives to overcome his past trauma while seizing every opportunity his new life offers, hoping to finally discover the love that eluded him in his previous existence.

Eren Yeager turns against both former allies and enemies, setting a catastrophic scheme into motion. Guided by the Beast Titan, Zeke, he takes drastic steps to end the age-old conflict between Marley and Eldia, though his real motives stay unclear. As he delves into his family's history, Eren struggles to seize control of his own fate. At the same time, the long-warring nations of Marley and Eldia deploy soldiers and Titans in a fierce race to annihilate each other. Reiner Braun desperately uses his abilities to hold off Eren's militaristic forces, while his fellow Eldians—children Falco Grice and Gabi Braun—fight to survive amid the chaos. Elsewhere, Eren's childhood friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert are imprisoned alongside his former Survey Corps comrades, all horrified by his monstrous transformation. Clinging to the belief that Eren still secretly harbors good intentions, Mikasa and the others enter the conflict, hoping to save their friend's very soul.

After a slow yet eventful summer break, Shuchiin Academy's second semester is fully underway. As the calendar turns from August to September, Miyuki Shirogane's birthday draws near, placing Kaguya Shinomiya in a serious dilemma over how to mark the occasion. Meanwhile, the 67th student council's term is approaching its end. With council members now in separate classes, the precious time Kaguya and Miyuki can spend together will soon vanish, jeopardizing all their clever schemes. A grueling election that determines the next student council awaits, as various contenders vie for the presidency.

Over a ten-year quest to defeat the Demon King, the hero's party—comprising Himmel himself, the priest Heiter, the dwarf warrior Eisen, and the elven mage Frieren—form deep bonds through their adventures and battles, creating unforgettable precious memories for most of them. However, the time Frieren spends with her comrades amounts to merely a fraction of her life, which has spanned more than a thousand years. When the party disbands after their victory, Frieren casually returns to her "usual" routine of collecting spells across the continent. Due to her different sense of time, she appears to hold no strong feelings toward the experiences she went through. As the years pass, Frieren gradually realizes how her days in the hero's party truly impacted her. Witnessing the deaths of two of her former companions, Frieren begins to regret having taken their presence for granted; she vows to better understand humans and create real personal connections. Though the story of that once memorable journey has long ended, a new tale is about to begin.

Takemichi Hanagaki's life reached its peak during his second year of middle school, when he had respect, a reliable gang of friends, and even a girlfriend. But twelve years have passed, and now he's a washed-up nobody—mocked by children and always apologizing to his younger boss. A news report about the Tokyo Manji Gang brutally murdering his only ex-girlfriend and her brother only rubs salt in the wound. Just as a train is about to end his miserable life, Takemichi flashes back to the same day twelve years ago, when he was still dating Hinata Tachibana. Forced to relive the exact day that started his downward spiral, Takemichi encounters Hinata's younger brother. Without thinking, he blurts out that the boy seems to be dead before flashing back to the past again. Takemichi pleads with him to protect his sister, then inexplicably returns to the future. Miraculously, he is still alive. Even stranger, the future has changed. It appears Takemichi can alter the flow of time. Given a chance to stop his ex-girlfriend's tragic death at the hands of the Tokyo Manji Gang, Takemichi decides to travel through time and change the course of the future.

In 2006, Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School resonates with the constant squabbling and heated arguments of two inseparable best friends. Radiating unwavering confidence, Satoru Gojou and Suguru Getou are certain that no challenge is too great for young, powerful Special Grade sorcerers like them. They are given the mission of safely escorting a level-headed girl named Riko Amanai to the entity that embodies the very foundation of the jujutsu world. Yet this assignment thrusts them into an exhausting maelstrom of moral conflict that threatens to shatter the already fragile peace between sorcerers and ordinary humans. Twelve years later, students and sorcerers stand as the first line of defense against a surge of high-level curses born from human negativity. As these entities become more powerful, their self-awareness and ambition also grow. The curses unite under the lead of a dangerous ancient cursed spirit with the shared goal of eradicating humanity and creating a world populated only by cursed energy users. To remove their biggest obstacle—the strongest sorcerer, Gojou—they coordinate an assault at Shibuya Station on Halloween. Splitting into teams, the sorcerers enter the battle ready to give everything to protect the innocent and their own kind.

UA Academy's Class 1-A has drawn considerable public attention due to the numerous villain attacks they experienced during the previous school year. This scrutiny has made their counterparts in Class 1-B envious. Eager to demonstrate their own abilities, Class 1-B eagerly awaits the chance given to them: a series of mock skirmishes pitting students from both classes against each other. The classes are divided into four-person squads, each tasked with capturing every member of the opposing team. The first group to secure all opponents wins. Though straightforward, the competition gains a twist with the addition of General Course student Hitoshi Shinsou, who aims to transfer into the Hero Course. Despite his training under Class 1-A's homeroom teacher Shouta "Eraserhead" Aizawa to prove his worth as a genuine hero, Shinsou remains behind the others due to his limited experience. Nevertheless, he is resolved to overcome this obstacle. Thus begins the intense rivalry between Class 1-A and 1-B as both strive to establish their superiority.

High schooler Wakana Gojou devotes his days to mastering the art of crafting hina dolls, aiming to one day match his grandfather's skill. While his classmates immerse themselves in pop culture, Gojou finds joy in sewing garments for his dolls. However, he keeps his unusual passion hidden, fearing mockery if it were discovered. Then there's Marin Kitagawa, a strikingly beautiful girl whose self-assurance and composure starkly contrast Gojou's timid nature. It seems impossible for the friendless Gojou to mingle with someone like Kitagawa, who is constantly surrounded by friends. Yet the unthinkable occurs when Kitagawa stumbles upon Gojou's sewing talent and openly shares her own interest: cosplay. With her own sewing abilities lacking, she asks for his help. As Gojou and Kitagawa collaborate on one cosplay costume after another, they inevitably grow closer—despite their vastly different worlds.

What was supposed to be a reunion marking the start of peaceful days quickly falls apart when Subaru Natsuki and Emilia come back to Irlam village. Seeing the destruction caused by the disasters called Sin Archbishops, Subaru plunges into hopelessness as his power to redo proves useless. While the group heads to the Sanctuary looking for answers, Subaru unexpectedly meets the Witch of Greed—Echidna. Caught in her wild pace, he is forced to delve into the spirals of past and future. Meanwhile, several mysterious threats turn their attention to the Sanctuary, foretelling a terrible fate for the unfortunate people trapped inside. Eternal contracts, past sins, and unreciprocated love will collide and sink into a river of blood in the second season of Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu. Driven to the edge of despair, how long can Subaru's determination to rescue those he cares about endure?

Violent tragedies frequently occur around 16-year-old Yuuta Okkotsu, a shy victim of bullying at school. Yuuta is burdened with a monstrous curse, a force that exacts brutal vengeance against his tormentors. Rika Orimoto, Yuuta's curse, is a remnant from his tragic childhood and a potentially deadly threat to anyone who dares cross him. Yuuta's unusual situation draws the notice of Satoru Gojou, a formidable sorcerer who instructs at Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School. Gojou sees great promise in Yuuta and aims to help the boy channel his dangerous burden into a positive purpose. However, Yuuta struggles to fit in among his gifted classmates: the selectively mute Toge Inumaki, weapon specialist Maki Zenin, and Panda. Yuuta clumsily wields Rika on missions with his fellow first-year students, but the gruesome aftermath of Rika's overwhelming displays of power catches the eye of the calculating curse user Suguru Getou. As Getou strives to seize Rika's strength and use it to eradicate all non-jujutsu users from existence, Yuuta fights alongside his friends to thwart the genocidal scheme.

Senkuu is determined to restore two million years of human progress and bring back everyone who was turned to stone. But standing against him is Tsukasa Shishiou, who argues that only the strongest among the petrified should be resurrected. As winter ends and the snow melts, Senkuu and his comrades in Ishigami Village complete their plans for an assault on the Tsukasa Empire. Armed with a newly improved cell phone design, the Kingdom of Science prepares to launch their latest strategy to win over the large forces of Tsukasa's army. Yet time is against them—while the Kingdom of Science perfects their inventions, the empire expands its numbers at a rapid pace. Reconnecting with old friends and gaining new allies, Senkuu and the Kingdom of Science must halt Tsukasa's troops to achieve their mission of reviving humanity and all its achievements. With both sides fighting for their vision of an ideal world, the Stone Wars have officially begun.

Ten years ago, the first gates appeared around the world—portals connecting to other dimensions filled with monsters resistant to normal weapons. At the same time, some humans gained superhuman abilities and became known as hunters. These hunters are tasked with entering gates and clearing the dungeons inside, with many forming guilds to make a living. Sung Jin-Woo is an E-rank hunter, often called the weakest hunter of all mankind. While exploring what was supposed to be a safe dungeon, Jin-Woo and his party discover an unusual tunnel leading further in. Tempted by possible treasure, they continue onward, only to face unimaginable horrors. Jin-Woo miraculously survives the ordeal and soon realizes he now has access to a mysterious interface that only he can see. This system offers him the power he has always wanted—but nothing is without a cost.

Now that Anya Forger has been admitted to the prestigious Eden Academy, Operation Strix moves into its next stage. To get close to Ostanian politician Donovan Desmond, Anya must either become friends with his son Damian or earn eight Stella Stars to qualify as an Imperial Scholar. Luckily, Anya has already secured her first star. To celebrate, her adoptive father Loid agrees to grant her wish of adopting a dog. While searching for a canine companion, Loid receives fresh instructions from his handlers. They have discovered that a group of Berlint University students is plotting to assassinate Westalis' Minister Brantz using bombs attached to trained dogs. As Loid works to thwart their scheme, Anya stumbles upon the terrorists' hideout. There, she befriends a gentle, clairvoyant dog whom the family later names Bond. Though each Forger continues to keep their true identities hidden, the family—now joined by a fluffy new member—sticks together through all the strange challenges that come their way.

After the mysterious mana calamity, Rudeus Greyrat and his fierce student Eris Boreas Greyrat are transported to the Demon Continent. There, they join forces with their new ally Ruijerd Supardia—the former leader of the Superd's Warrior group—to create "Dead End," a successful adventurer party. Gaining a reputation, the three travel across the continent in hopes of returning home to Fittoa. Acting on guidance from the faceless deity Hitogami, Rudeus rescues Kishirika Kishirisu, the Great Emperor of the Demon World, who thanks him by granting a peculiar ability. As Rudeus learns to control this potent power that opens up various possibilities, it may turn out to be more than he anticipated when unforeseen perils threaten to obstruct their journey.

The Demon Slayer Corps has guarded the secret location of the Swordsmith Village for centuries. As the home of the finest forgers, this settlement equips Demon Slayers with top-tier weapons necessary to combat nocturnal fiends and protect humanity. When Tanjirou Kamado’s blade is chipped and rendered useless, he travels to the village with his beloved sister, Nezuko, to obtain a replacement. Simultaneously, the demise of an Upper Rank Demon disrupts the tranquility of the demon realm. As Tanjirou meets Mist Hashira Muichirou Tokitou and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, terrifying powers emerge from the shadows, endangering the Demon Slayers’ primary line of defense.

Taking a hiatus from his teaching duties, the formidable slime Rimuru Tempest heads back to his eponymous kingdom, Tempest, to initiate talks with the neighboring Kingdom of Eurazania. Although the diplomatic discussions are fraught with tension, they conclude successfully, enabling Rimuru to resume his lessons. However, when he attempts to return to Tempest permanently, he is intercepted by an enigmatic figure capable of suppressing his vast magical powers. Meanwhile, in Tempest, a group of unidentified humans launches a deadly assault on both prominent and ordinary citizens, acting with the clear intent to kill. Can Rimuru defeat this formidable and hazardous enemy and reach Tempest before it is too late?

The elite student council of Shuchiin Academy carries on their daily battle of wits. President Miyuki Shirogane and Vice President Kaguya Shinomiya engage in a relentless contest to force the other into confessing their romantic feelings. While Kaguya grapples with the oppressive expectations of her wealthy family, she gradually sheds her cold exterior to grow closer to Shirogane and her peers. Simultaneously, treasurer Yuu Ishigami deals with his unrequited affection for Tsubame Koyasu, a popular senior whose attention boosts his self-esteem. The newest council member, Miko Iino, begins to connect with the rule-breaking Ishigami as she challenges her own rigid moral principles. As romance flourishes at the academy, the council pulls their outsider friends into ever more humorous situations.

Kazuya Kinoshita is a 20-year-old college student who is dating the bright and cheerful Mami Nanami, a wonderful girlfriend. But suddenly, without warning, Mami breaks up with him, leaving him utterly heartbroken and lonely. Trying to ease the pain, he hires a rental girlfriend through an online app. His date is Chizuru Mizuhara, whose unparalleled beauty and cute demeanor win over Kazuya's affection. However, after reading about other customers' similar experiences with Chizuru, Kazuya becomes convinced that her warm smile and caring personality were just an act meant to toy with his heart, so he gives her a low rating. Angered, Chizuru lashes out at him for his shameless hypocrisy, revealing her true blunt and fiery nature. This one-sided argument is cut short when Kazuya learns that his grandmother has collapsed. They rush to the hospital and find that Kazuya's grandmother is already in good condition. Baffled by Chizuru's presence, she asks who this girl is. On impulse, Kazuya instantly declares that they are lovers, forcing Chizuru to play along. But with Kazuya still hung up on his past relationship with Mami, how long can this difficult client and reluctant rental girlfriend keep up the charade?

Following a stern but persuasive address from Otto Suwen, Subaru Natsuki solemnly vows to survive this timeline and rescue everyone possible. His initial objective involves helping Emilia confront her history, a task that proves far more challenging than anticipated. Believed to have been deceived by those surrounding her, Emilia struggles to place her trust in anyone, including Subaru, who considers himself her knight. This season concludes Subaru’s journey within the Sanctuary, highlighting his resilience and refusal to abandon hope for the people he aims to save.

A tower exists that summons selected individuals, referred to as Regulars, with the promise of fulfilling their deepest desires. Whether those desires are wealth, fame, power, or something beyond all of that—everything awaits those who reach its summit. Twenty-Fifth Bam had spent his entire life knowing only a dark cave, a ragged cloth, and a distant, unreachable light. Then a girl named Rachel appeared to him through that light, and his whole world changed. They became close friends, and Rachel taught him many things about the world outside. But when she told him she had to leave to climb the Tower, his world fell apart. Vowing to pursue her no matter the cost, he fixed his gaze upon the Tower—and a miracle took place. This is how the journey of Bam begins: a boy not chosen by the Tower, but who opened its doors on his own. Such beings are called Irregulars—entities that have shaken the very foundations of the Tower every time they have entered it.

In the futuristic Californian metropolis of Night City, dreams are destined to perish. David Martinez, a teenager residing in the slums, strives to realize his mother’s lifelong ambition for him to ascend the ranks of Arasaka, the globe’s premier security corporation. To achieve this, he attends the elite Arasaka Academy while his mother works tirelessly to sustain their family. When a confrontation with a street gang ruins his life, David discovers Sandevistan cyberware, a prosthetic that bestows superhuman speed upon its user. Driven by rage, David implants the device in his back and uses it to take revenge on one of his abusers. This act leads to his expulsion from the academy, crushing his hopes of ever making his mother proud. After observing David’s new abilities, the alluring data thief Lucyna "Lucy" Kushinada proposes a partnership, offering him a path to salvation. However, associating with Lucy exposes David to the realm of Edgerunners—cyborg criminals willing to violate any law for profit. Edgerunners frequently die, either through their cyberware or mental breakdown, but in his struggle for survival within a corrupt system, David is prepared to gamble everything.

In the entertainment industry, stars often present distorted versions of themselves to hide their real struggles behind a facade of lies. Fans embrace these illusions, offering unwavering devotion until the truth shatters. Sixteen-year-old idol Ai Hoshino from the group B Komachi has the world enthralled, but when she announces a hiatus for health reasons, fans grow anxious. Gorou Amemiya, a gynecologist and devoted fan, supports her from his rural clinic, hoping to meet her. His dream is realized when Ai arrives at his hospital, not ill, but expecting twins. As he pledges to ensure a safe delivery, Gorou wonders if this meeting will permanently alter his connection to the idol.

Following their decisive triumph against Shiratorizawa Academy, the Karasuno High School volleyball squad secures their long-deserved spot in the national championships. As training intensifies, star setter Tobio Kageyama receives an invitation to the All-Japan Youth Training Camp to compete alongside other elite national talents. At the same time, Kei Tsukishima is selected for a specialized rookie camp for first-year players held in Miyagi Prefecture. Without any invitations of his own, an enthusiastic Shouyou Hinata feels a sense of abandonment. Yet, Hinata refuses to give up. Channeling his disappointment into drive, he takes the bold step of sneaking into the same rookie camp as Tsukishima. Although he only manages to secure a position as a ball boy, Hinata views this as a prime chance for growth. He starts to deeply reflect on his own abilities while studying the wealth of information unfolding on the court, figuring out how to utilize it effectively. With the highly anticipated national tournament drawing near, the Karasuno volleyball team works hard to address their vulnerabilities and polish their techniques, all with the ultimate goal of reaching the pinnacle!

Hitohito Tadano arrives at high school determined to remain inconspicuous and avoid any drama. His plan collapses immediately when he sits next to Shouko Komi, the school’s most admired student. This act makes Tadano a target for classmates eager to displace him and take her seat. Komi appears flawless and is widely beloved, yet she secretly suffers from severe social anxiety and a communication disorder that isolates her from her peers. When left alone in the classroom, circumstances compel Komi to communicate with Tadano by writing on the blackboard. Recognizing her struggle for the first time, Tadano responds, learning that her ambition is to make one hundred friends. He offers his assistance, effectively becoming her first true friend.

The God of High School tournament is announced, aiming to find the strongest fighter among Korean high school students. All fighting styles, weapons, techniques, and methods are allowed. The grand prize? The winner gets to have any one wish granted. Taekwondo practitioner Jin Mo-Ri is invited to join the competition. There he becomes friends with karate user Han Dae-Wi and swordswoman Yu Mi-Ra, each of whom has their own reasons for entering. Mo-Ri understands that every opponent will be different and that the matches will be the most brutal he has ever faced. Yet rather than being afraid, this thought fills him with excitement. Hidden beneath the tournament's seemingly straightforward test of fighting skill lies a secret—one that Korean political candidate Park Mu-Jin watches with eager, hungry eyes. Mo-Ri, Dae-Wi, and Mi-Ra are about to learn what it truly means to become the God of High School.

Emma, Ray, and the other older children have managed to flee from the Grace Field House. Yet, with relentless demons still chasing them, their difficult fight for freedom is far from over. Even as they push into the dangerous wilderness, the children hold onto hope thanks to the books by William Minerva. Hidden within those books are coded clues about the world beyond the farm—knowledge that can help them get by with their meager supplies. But when their pursuers close in, the children soon face their most terrifying ordeal yet. In Yakusoku no Neverland 2nd Season, the children struggle to endure in a strange and merciless world, searching for a safe place they can truly call home.

Sent to Earth for observation, an entity known simply as It possesses the ability to assume the forms of creatures it encounters. Initially manifesting as a stone and later as moss in response to rising temperatures, It remains stationary until a dying wolf passes by. Upon taking the wolf’s shape, It gains consciousness and begins to wander aimlessly. It soon encounters the wolf’s owner, a young boy left behind while his tribe travels south to a land rich in food. Despite his solitude, the boy clings to the hope that his loved ones remember him and that they will one day reunite. Driven by a desire to explore, the boy chooses to leave his home with It, following the tribe’s trail to find their promised paradise. However, as the boy’s body deteriorates from severe injuries and his companions remain missing, his fate hangs in the balance. Fumetsu no Anata e chronicles the journey of an immortal being as it experiences life, interacting with diverse individuals across different eras and locations.

A series of mysterious disappearances on a particular train draws the attention of the Demon Slayer Corps, prompting them to dispatch one of their finest to eliminate what must be a demon behind it. However, boarding the Mugen Train is delayed by a weaker demon terrorizing the workers and targeting a kind elderly woman and her granddaughter. The Flame Hashira, Kyoujurou Rengoku, must dispose of this threat before he can board. Sent to aid the Hashira, Tanjirou Kamado, Inosuke Hashira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma step onto the train ready for battle. But their monstrous foe already has a cunning scheme for them and the two hundred passengers: by burrowing deep into their minds, the demon intends to annihilate everyone in a terrifying demonstration of the power wielded by the Twelve Kizuki.

After her recent breakup, popular high school student Momo Ayase shows kindness to socially awkward classmate Ken Takakura by defending him from his bullies. Takakura misinterprets her actions, assuming she is a new friend who shares his obsession with aliens and UFOs. In reality, Momo holds eccentric occult beliefs and firmly believes aliens are nonexistent. This discrepancy sparks a rivalry as both are determined to prove the other wrong. Despite their conflicting beliefs, Momo and Takakura forge an unexpected, intimate friendship through supernatural battles and bizarre encounters with urban legends and paranormal entities. As they develop unique superhuman abilities, they learn to cover each other's weaknesses, leading them to question whether their partnership is about more than just survival.

The Republic of San Magnolia claims that its ongoing war against the Giadian Empire causes no casualties, but this is simply propaganda. While the silver-haired Alba of the Republic’s eighty-five sectors live safely behind protective walls, people of different appearances are confined to a secret eighty-sixth faction. Known within the military as the Eighty-Six, these individuals are forced to fight the Empire’s autonomous Legion under the command of Republican “Handlers.” Vladilena Milizé is assigned to the Spearhead squadron as their new Handler, replacing the previous one. Shunned by her peers for being a fellow supporter of the Eighty-Six, she continues to battle against inhumane discrimination. Shinei Nouzen is the captain of the Spearhead squadron. Infamous for being the sole survivor of every squad he has ever been in, he insists on bearing the names and wishes of his fallen comrades. When the fates of these young souls from two different worlds collide, will it ignite the spark that lights their path to salvation, or will they burn themselves in the flames of despair?

Convicted ninja Gabimaru the Hollow, weary from a life steeped in violence, feels he deserves his death sentence and remains indifferent to his fate. Yet, every execution attempt inexplicably fails. When Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, a young member of a renowned executioner family, is assigned to end Gabimaru’s life, she refuses. Citing his lingering love for his wife as the reason he cannot die, Sagiri proposes a deal: Gabimaru can earn a full pardon if he retrieves the Elixir of Life from the mysterious island of Shinsekyo for the shogun. Despite the fact that no previous expedition has returned sane, let alone alive, Gabimaru joins ten other death row inmates in accepting this perilous mission, driven by the hope of finally reuniting with his wife in peace.

Once known as the "Flightless Crows" and considered a fallen powerhouse, Karasuno High School has finally soared at nationals. After a dominating performance against Tsubakihara Academy in their opening match, the team now faces its most difficult challenge yet: Inarizaki High School, the runners-up from the previous Spring Tournament. Adding to the difficulty, Karasuno must contend with the formidable twin brothers, the Miya duo. From the opening whistle, Karasuno is overwhelmed by the noise and jeers from Inarizaki's supporters but regains its momentum thanks to its own loyal fans. The team also builds momentum through an attack centered on Shouyou Hinata, yet the unorthodox play of Atsumu and Osamu Miya lands an unexpected blow that leaves Karasuno stunned. As the match between these two teams intensifies, the stakes rise. Can Karasuno defeat Inarizaki High and clear the obstacles threatening their climb to the top?

After his clash with his younger brother Shou in the Nether, Shinra Kusakabe's determination to become a hero who rescues people from the flame terror grows stronger. He aims to find a method to revert Infernals back to humans, solve the mysteries of the Evangelist and the Adolla Burst, and save both his mother and Shou. Yet Shinra now understands that achieving these objectives will prove difficult, especially given the immediate threat the Evangelist presents. The Evangelist's intention is evident: to collect the eight pillars—those who possess the Adolla Burst—and offer them as a sacrifice to recreate the Great Cataclysm that occurred 250 years ago. With the First Pillar revealing that a new pillar is about to emerge, Shinra is resolved to safeguard his fellow pillars from the Evangelist. Consequently, the fiery conflict between the Special Fire Force and the Evangelist ignites. Alongside the Special Fire Force, Shinra continues his battle, uncovering the truth behind the Great Cataclysm, the nature of Adolla Bursts, and the enigmas surrounding human combustion.

Following the successful repulsion of the Falmuth Army and the Western Holy Church, the Nation of Monsters, Tempest, celebrates its victory. However, the festivities are soon overshadowed by a critical summit with allied nations to determine the future of Tempest. Compounding these political tensions are lingering issues from the invasion, Milim Nava’s erratic actions, and the mysterious vanishing of Demon Lord Carrion. Now empowered as a True Demon Lord, Rimuru Tempest shifts to an aggressive stance against Clayman. Supported by the fully restored Storm Dragon Veldora, the Ultimate Skill Raphael, and other formidable allies, Rimuru is determined to eliminate his adversaries individually before confronting the mastermind behind the chaos.

An ancient, bloody conflict between humanity and demons once ravaged the world. To end this perpetual war, Demon King Anos Voldigoad sacrificed himself, hoping to be reborn during a time of tranquility. In anticipation of his return, demons founded the Demon King Academy, a renowned institution created to confirm his true identity when he reemerged. Two millennia later, Anos is reincarnated, but he finds that magical prowess has waned considerably. After enrolling to reclaim his throne, he uncovers that his history has been altered by a pretender, warping his reputation, deeds, and legacy. This manipulation renders him an outsider at the academy, marking him as a genuine misfit. Unperturbed by these challenges, Anos intends to reveal the truth behind the forged history and compel his descendants to recognize their legitimate ruler’s return.

Yoichi Isagi stood moments away from scoring the goal that would take his high school soccer team to nationals, but a split-second choice to pass to a teammate cost him that chance. Frustrated, confused, and full of regret, Isagi wonders if things would have ended differently had he kept the ball. Upon returning home, he finds an invitation from the Japan Football Union waiting for him. Through a random and subjective selection process, Isagi becomes one of three hundred U-18 strikers chosen for a controversial initiative called Blue Lock. The project aims to turn one of its participants into the star striker for Japan's national team. To determine the best candidate, each rough diamond must face others in solo and team challenges, fighting to rise to the top. Setting aside his moral concerns about the program, Isagi feels driven to battle his way to victory, even if it means crushing the dreams of 299 other aspiring young strikers.

Naoto Hachiouji is constantly teased by Hayase Nagatoro, a first-year student he meets in the library while sketching his manga. After reading his work and picking up on his timid demeanor, she decides to relentlessly tease him, calling him "Senpai" rather than his real name. At first, her playful antics are bothersome and humiliating, forcing him to go along with her whims. However, as they spend more time together, an unusual connection develops, and Naoto comes to realize that having Nagatoro around can actually be fun. One thing is for sure: his everyday life will never be dull again.

Since childhood, Minoru Kagenou has been obsessed with gaining power, driving him to endure countless forms of harsh training. Yet this ambition does not come from wanting recognition—instead, Minoru strives to fade into the background. By day he plays the role of an ordinary student, while by night he takes up a crowbar and violently crushes local bike gangs. When a truck hits him, his dreams appear cut short. In his dying moments, he regrets his weakness—no matter how hard he pushed himself, his human body had limits he could not overcome. Rather than perishing, Minoru is reborn as Cid, the second son of the noble Kagenou family, in a world where magic is everyday. With the power he always craved now his to command, he adopts the alias "Shadow" and founds Shadow Garden—an organization intended solely to fight the mysterious Cult of Diablos, a group that exists purely in Cid's imagination. But as Shadow Garden swells in numbers and reach, it becomes clear that the Cult of Diablos is far more real than Cid ever planned.

Following Eren Yeager's devastating actions, his former companions and past adversaries unite to oppose his destruction. Despite their history as bitter enemies, Armin Arlert, Mikasa Ackerman, and the surviving members of the Scout Regiment join forces with Reiner Braun and the remaining Marleyan soldiers. This small, unlikely coalition embarks on a mission to halt Eren's fury and, if possible, rescue their old comrade along the way. As Eren relentlessly advances regardless of the cost, he wrestles with his own inner conflict. Though deeply regretful of his horrific invasion, he believes his motives are just: Eren sees this path as the sole means of protecting his friends and, more broadly, his people. The opposing forces hurtle toward an inevitable final confrontation that could cost millions of lives. Even as they face a horde of monsters beyond anything previously imagined, Mikasa, Armin, and their allies stand courageously against certain doom.

With only a week left until the next Wave, Naofumi Iwatani and his party feel the pressure mounting. The urgency heightens after bat-like familiars assault Lurolona Village, which causes the Wave countdown to halt. In response, the Four Cardinal Heroes convene with Queen Mirelia Q Melromarc for an urgent meeting. She believes that these unusual occurrences may be linked to the Spirit Tortoise, a perilous creature that has awakened and started causing destruction once again. As plans are drawn up to defeat the Spirit Tortoise, among the four heroes, only the disparaged Shield Hero steps forward to offer his assistance.

After surviving a global-scale crisis, Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama returns to face the more tiresome realities of his everyday life—starting with completing his school's anxiety-inducing career survey. At the same time, he keeps aiding his master Arataka Reigen and the office's newest member, Katsuya Serizawa, in handling their clients' paranormal troubles. While fulfilling these responsibilities, Mob strives to become more self-reliant in both his psychic abilities and personal affairs, while also attempting to strengthen his bonds with those around him. Yet fresh supernatural and everyday obstacles push Mob's emotional limits, compelling him to face the truths of his surroundings. As he pushes ahead on his journey toward growing up, Mob must work through his inner turmoil and let go of the innocence he has clung to for such a long time.

After losing his father and seeing his village burned by English raiders, Einar hopes to live peacefully with his family on their restored farms. But fate intervenes once more: his village is attacked again. Einar can only watch as Danish marauders set his lands ablaze and kill his relatives. He is taken captive and brought to Denmark as a slave. Clutching his mother's last words to stay alive, Einar is bought by Ketil, a benevolent slave owner and farmer who tells Einar he can earn his freedom by working the fields. There, Einar meets his new partner in farm labor—Thorfinn, a listless and sorrowful slave. As Einar and Thorfinn toil together toward their liberation, they are tormented by past wrongs and current schemes. Still, they press on, reaching for a faint spark of hope, redemption, and calm in a world that offers nothing but cruelty and despair.

Maomao, the daughter of an apothecary, is taken from her quiet existence and sold into the lowest ranks of the imperial palace. As a simple maid, she keeps her deep knowledge of medicine hidden to avoid drawing any unwanted notice. Shortly after Maomao arrives, the emperor’s infant children start suffering from mysterious, severe symptoms that seem like a curse. The inquisitive Maomao quickly unravels the cause and tries to leave an anonymous clue to stay out of the spotlight. However, the sharp and charming eunuch Jinshi sees through her plan and identifies her. Acknowledging her abilities, Maomao is elevated to the position of lady-in-waiting for Gyokuyou, the emperor’s favored concubine. As Maomao continues to treat the many ailments plaguing the imperial court, her pharmaceutical skills soon prove essential.

Nasa Yuzaki is set on carving his name into the annals of history. Topping the national practice exam and targeting a prestigious high school, he feels certain his future is entirely planned. But fate has other ideas. Walking home one snowy evening, Nasa spots an incomparably beautiful girl on the opposite side of the road. Enchanted, he rushes toward her—only to get hit by a truck. His life is saved because the girl pulls him out of harm's way. Bleeding beside an ambulance, he watches her walk away under the moonlight, looking like Princess Kaguya returning to the moon. Refusing to let their encounter end there, he drags his wounded body after her and asks her out. Amazed by his reckless determination and pure will, she accepts his confession on one condition: they can only date if he marries her.

After the suicide of her only close friend, Koito Nagase, Ai Ooto struggles to find meaning in her empty life. Following instructions from a mysterious being, she obtains and purchases a Wonder Egg. When she breaks the egg inside a realm that appears during her sleep, Ai begins rescuing individuals from their personal hardships. Through these actions, she feels she is drawing closer to saving her best friend. With this dangerous yet alluring opportunity in her grasp, Ai enters a space where she must confront the connection between others' inner demons and her own. As past trauma, lingering regrets, and deep-seated fears emerge within the bizarre world of Wonder Egg Priority, a young girl uncovers the various internal conflicts plaguing humanity and frees them from their worst nightmares.

Now known as the Paranormal Liberation Front under Tomura Shigaraki's leadership, the former Liberation Army poses a massive threat to the Hero Association—not just through its sheer size and strength, but also due to the overwhelming quirks of Jin "Twice" Bubaigawara and Gigantomachia. After receiving fresh intelligence from covert hero Keigo "Hawks" Takami confirming Shigaraki's absence, the Hero Association decides to launch a surprise attack on the enemy headquarters using all of its available resources—and once again, the UA students find themselves thrust onto the battlefield. As the conflict intensifies, the caught-off-guard villains struggle to reorganize and counterattack, while the determined heroes press forward with the goal of wiping out every last one of them.

Yukino Yukinoshita commits to becoming more self-sufficient by first mending her relationship with her parents, with proving herself as the initial step. As the third-year students approach graduation, student council president Iroha Isshiki approaches the Volunteer Service Club to collaborate on a graduation prom. Yukino willingly takes on this task, seeing it as an opportunity to showcase her independence, but the challenges ahead may be tougher than expected. Yahari Ore no Seishun Love Comedy wa Machigatteiru. Kan centers on the graduation prom, with emotions invested in the event's planning. Meanwhile, a chance arises for the Volunteer Service Club members to deepen their understanding of one another. And so, Hachiman Hikigaya's busy and bittersweet high school life begins its final chapter.

Through the tireless efforts of their tutor Fuutarou Uesugi, the Nakano quintuplets have begun to show some academic progress, though their road to graduation remains far from smooth. Yet as they continually create fresh obstacles that hinder any actual teaching, Fuutarou finds himself drawn deeper into their personal affairs, further tangling their relationships with one another. Meanwhile, Fuutarou slowly becomes aware of a potential link between himself and a past he thinks he once shared with one of the five sisters. As everyone's emotions start to develop and intersect, can they maintain their connection strictly as teacher and students—or will it evolve into something more?

Life back on the cruise after the Island Special Examination is far from smooth. Almost immediately upon returning, the first-year students at Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School face another special exam, with both class and individual points on the line. Beyond the complex rules, new problems emerge in the form of Kakeru Ryuuen and Kei Karuizawa. Frustrated by the outcome of the previous test, Ryuuen is determined to surpass every class in the new challenge by any means necessary. Meanwhile, Karuizawa—a key pillar of Class D—is close to breaking under the weight of her past. With enemy forces closing in dangerously, the stage is set for Kiyotaka Ayanokouji to once again use every bit of his planning, foresight, and ruthless manipulation to steer Class D toward victory.

In a world where a facial mark identifies those born with magic, anyone unable to use it is eliminated to preserve society's magical purity. Hidden deep in the woods, however, lives Mash Burnedead—a boy who casually lifts weights with one hand and a cream puff with the other. Despite having no magical powers, he possesses immense superhuman strength and enjoys a peaceful life with his father away from civilization. Mash's quiet existence is shattered when authorities discover his lack of magic. They give him an ultimatum: become a Divine Visionary, forcing society to accept him, or face eternal persecution. To protect his family, Mash enrolls in the prestigious Easton Magic Academy, an institution reserved for the most elite and talented students. Now, he must overcome his deficiency as a magicless individual and outshine his peers using nothing but his muscles.

Lonely and socially anxious, Hitori "Bocchi" Gotou spends her time practicing guitar, hoping to make friends and play in a band. One day, she meets the energetic drummer Nijika Ijichi, who asks her to join Kessoku Band after their guitarist, Ikuyo Kita, runs away before their debut show. Bocchi then meets the final member, the aloof bassist Ryou Yamada. Their first performance together is rough, but the girls feel encouraged by their common passion for music, and Kita soon returns. Finding joy in performing, Bocchi and her bandmates dedicate themselves to getting better while savoring their short high school years.

Sung Jin-Woo, once known as the weakest hunter in all of humanity, steadily increases his power thanks to the supernatural abilities he acquired. However, concealing his growing strength becomes increasingly challenging as more dungeon-related incidents occur around him. After Jin-Woo and a handful of other low-ranked hunters are the sole survivors of a dungeon that proves far more dangerous than originally anticipated, he once again attracts attention, and various hunter guilds begin showing greater interest in him. At the same time, a strange hunter who has been missing for ten years reappears, delivering a grim warning about an impending catastrophe. As the disaster draws nearer, Jin-Woo must keep leveling up to ensure that nothing stands in the way of his ultimate objective—saving his mother's life.

Following intense confrontations with Upper Rank Demons, the Ubuyashiki family prepares for a final battle against the demonic forces of Muzan Kibutsuji. To ensure the Demon Slayer Corps can defeat the Demon leader once and for all, the family organizes a training camp led by the remaining Hashira—the organization's most skilled warriors. Each Hashira devises a specialized regimen to sharpen both their own techniques and the abilities of the regular soldiers. Tanjirou Kamado, a young man at the center of the escalating conflict, recovers from injuries sustained in a recent fight. While his half-Demon sister Nezuko is examined by researchers such as Shinobu Kochou, Tanjirou sets out to train alongside the Hashira, aiming to achieve mastery in each of their designated areas of expertise in order to be fully prepared for the coming war—skills that are crucial for Tanjirou, who has sworn to be the warrior who will finally destroy Muzan.