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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Anya Forger is the only member of her unconventional family who knows the truth about everyone, thanks to her telepathic abilities. Her adoptive father, Loid, is actually Twilight, a top-tier spy; her mother, Yor, works as a deadly assassin known as Thorn Princess; and their dog, Bond, can see into the future. Though each of them keeps their secrets from the others, the facade of a normal family gives Anya the genuine love and warmth she never had as an orphan. Loid's top-secret mission, Operation Strix, aims to prevent war by gathering critical intel and getting close to the powerful politician Donovan Desmond. This mission depends entirely on Anya playing her role correctly. She must either earn top grades to become an Imperial Scholar at her elite school or befriend Damian, Donovan's son. Neither task is simple, but Anya throws herself into her role as a Forger with boundless enthusiasm—all in the name of keeping the peace.

Drawn by tales of immense riches, Cid Kagenou accompanies his sister, Claire, to the notorious Lawless City. This lawless territory is governed by three rulers: Yukime, the Spirit Fox; Juggernaut, the Tyrant; and Elisabeth, a dormant progenitor vampire known as the Blood Queen. For Claire, hunting Elisabeth offers the ideal chance to demonstrate her true capabilities. Cid, however, has other plans: he aims to slip away from Claire’s watchful eye, gather as much treasure as possible, and time Shadow’s magnificent appearance for maximum effect. With Elisabeth’s awakening approaching, her subordinate Crimson executes a deceitful scheme that plunges the town into chaos. While Claire searches for her missing brother, she finds an unlikely partner in Mary, a vampire hunter, and together they rush to the Crimson Tower, the lair of the Blood Queen. Simultaneously, Beta and a small group of Shadow Garden recruits reach the Lawless City. As the central figures gather at the Crimson Tower, the stage is set for a major showdown beneath the crimson moon.

Despite stopping the latest Wave of Catastrophe, Naofumi Iwatani, the Shield Hero, cannot let his guard down. Queen Mirelia Q Melromarc reactivates his responsibilities by notifying him that the other three Cardinal Heroes have vanished without a trace and commanding him to track them down. With no clues regarding their whereabouts, Naofumi redirects his attention to a more pressing issue: the growing demi-human slave trade. Determined to fix this injustice, he and his companions travel to Zeltoble, a nation of mercenaries where the illegal trafficking of demi-humans has become very profitable. To raise the money needed to free the enslaved, Naofumi and his allies wear disguises and participate in underground coliseum matches, deliberately throwing fights to manipulate the betting odds and secure a huge reward. Yet, as the threat of another Wave of Catastrophe looms, the Shield Hero must stay devoted to his mission to find the missing heroes in order to protect the people he holds dear.

High school student Rakurou Hizutome has a unique pastime: he enjoys playing terrible games—those that are unbalanced or riddled with bugs to the point of being nearly unplayable. Those few who share this hobby might recognize him by his in-game name, Sunraku. For his next game, Rakurou is recommended Shangri-La Frontier, a popular and well-crafted virtual reality game, as a break from the awful games he has been playing lately. Once he starts the game, Rakurou decides to sell off most of his starting equipment for extra cash, leaving himself with only a pair of boxers, a bird mask, and some weapons. He quickly becomes hooked as he carefully levels up his avatar. However, after encountering some fearsome monsters, he realizes that he may have underestimated the challenge a mainstream game can offer. As Rakurou progresses, he must rely on all the skills he has honed through his previous gaming experience. Before long, Sunraku's eccentric playstyle takes Shangri-La Frontier by storm.

Despite his repeated attempts to leap through time, Takemichi Hanagaki still cannot stop Hinata Tachibana, the girl he loved in middle school, from dying in the present day. The adult Takemichi struggles with his sorrow and the consequences of the Tokyo Manji gang's criminal expansion—an unintended outcome of his interference with the timeline. Once led by the idealistic Manjirou "Mikey" Sano, the gang has now fallen under the control of the sinister Tetta Kisaki, abandoning its original positive vision. Even as despair weighs on him, Takemichi returns to the past to investigate Black Dragon, a rival biker gang whose actions eventually lead to Hinata's death. There, he encounters young Hakkai Shiba, a fellow gang member whose older brother, Taiju, rules Black Dragon with an iron fist. When Taiju brutally beats Takemichi in a one-sided street fight, Hakkai tries to leave Tokyo Manji as an apology—a move Takemichi must stop to save Hakkai from a dark future. Through a shared tragedy, Takemichi forms a deep bond with Chifuyu Matsuno, forging the close friendship both boys desperately need. With Chifuyu by his side, Takemichi works to uncover the destinies of Black Dragon's members, fighting to secure a happy future for those he cares about.

After a devastating surprise assault from the Quincy King Yhwach and his army, the Soul Society's reapers tend to their injuries and grieve their fallen. Many of the surviving Soul Reaper captains undergo training to fight without their Bankai, the ultimate ability of their strongest fighters. During the earlier attack, Ichigo Kurosaki just managed to assist in holding back Yhwach's terrifying power. But to finally overcome his divine opponent and rescue his comrades, Ichigo must now endure intense training that will test his physical, emotional, and mental boundaries. Even though Yhwach already commands an advantage in this ongoing conflict, he also successfully brings Uryuu Ishida, Ichigo's close friend and rival, into his fold as his heir. Yhwach strikes the weakened Soul Society once more, determined to annihilate his ancient foes for good. As Ichigo struggles to unlock new strength, the Soul Reaper captains fight for survival and precious time.

Second season of Goblin Slayer.

Peace settles over the demon realm, and Anos Voldigoad yearns to shed his fearsome image as the Demon King of Tyranny, wanting only to resume his life as an outcast at the prestigious Demon King Academy. But this calm is fleeting, as malevolent demons, kings, and deities conspire in the shadows to engineer his downfall. Rumors spread about the "Child of God," a being whose power may rival Anos's own. To probe these whispers and neutralize the looming threat, Anos must journey into the enigmatic spirit world, a realm reachable only through a series of arduous trials. Armed with overwhelming strength and unshakable confidence, Anos prepares to crush numerous formidable foes bearing grand titles. Yet, with his loyal comrades at his side, he finds the effort trivial, breezing through obstacles as the true Demon King of Tyranny.

Throughout his life, Yuuya Tenjou has faced relentless hatred and scorn from those around him, including his own parents. Matters grow worse when his grandfather—the only person who ever showed him love—dies suddenly, leaving Yuuya entirely alone. Despite his efforts to remain kind through these hardships, even the most patient person has a breaking point. At his lowest moment, Yuuya finds a strange door in his bathroom leading to an abandoned house in another world. This gateway grants him RPG-style stats and abilities, and the property itself once belonged to a sage, providing him with unique weapons, equipment, and powerful crops. Armed with these immense advantages, Yuuya evolves from a social outcast into an unstoppable force able to achieve his true potential.

Yukichi Fukuzawa has left military affairs behind and now works alone as a bodyguard for hire, relying on his lethal swordsmanship. But his freelance venture isn't thriving, and his fortunes shift when he meets a sharp-tongued boy named Ranpo Edogawa. Their first encounters are tied to a strange murder case, and the resolution of that mystery leads to the founding of the Armed Detective Agency. In the present, Ranpo is hunting a gifted individual whose dangerous ability allows for the perfect crime. As the great detective digs deeper, he uncovers an intricate scheme designed to destroy the Agency completely. Despite being warned about the trap, the Agency presses on in pursuit of the criminals, only to be framed for the very crimes they were investigating. Labeled as wanted terrorists, the remaining members must clear their names—even if that means seeking help from their sworn enemies.

A four-year-old girl named Miri Unasaka comes to Tokyo alone on Christmas Eve, searching for her father. The festive lights and joyful atmosphere lead her to a large hotel and a man holding an appealing cake. But the child has unknowingly stepped into the middle of a carefully planned, flawless scheme to kill a dangerous mafia boss. Hitmen Kazuki Kurusu and Rei Suwa share a home, running from the memories of their harsh childhoods and keeping people at arm's length. When their job goes wrong and they end up bringing Miri home, the only logical step is to take her back to her mother. However, Miri's carefree laughter and innocent outlook quickly win over Kazuki, who secretly enjoys acting as a parent, and before long Rei's guarded heart also opens up to her. Miri's actions are completely unpredictable, and Kazuki and Rei discover that raising a lively child is tougher than any of their contracts. Even though it puts their careers in serious jeopardy, both Kazuki and Rei—responding to the affectionate nickname "papa"—choose to give Miri a normal childhood despite all the obstacles.

After finishing her favorite romance manga, Fuuko Izumo is prepared to end her miserable and lonely existence, having long resigned herself to never experiencing passionate love like characters in fiction. Afflicted with "unluck," anyone Fuuko touches faces the serious risk of encountering unimaginable disaster. While most sane people would flee from such imminent danger, Undead thinks differently. He is an immortal being with superhuman regenerative powers who desperately seeks death, which has always escaped him. When their paths finally cross, Undead sees a chance to end his own suffering by using Fuuko's unluck. However, before Undead can unlock the full potential of Fuuko's power to deliver the final fatal blow, the pair must first fend off a murderous secret organization determined to eliminate those with special abilities.

In a desolate world overtaken by alien-made Machine Lifeforms, humanity braces for its ultimate fight. Having fled to the Moon for refuge, people place their trust in a squad of artificial androids called YoRHa soldiers. Commanded by the versatile combat android YoRHa 2-gou B-gata "2B," this unit battles to reclaim Earth from its alien-controlled occupiers. As the struggle against the machines intensifies, the YoRHa begin to uncover fragments of the truth behind the brutal war. Confronted with this harsh reality, the resolute fighter 2B starts to doubt her own purpose and the extent of what she must give up for humanity's survival.

Second part of Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka IV.

A mighty necromancer, the Corpse God, falls in an epic battle, only to be reincarnated as Polka Shinoyama, a young boy in present-day Tokyo. Struggling to adjust to his new human form, he soon becomes the target of multiple groups involved with the supernatural. Among them is Misaki Sakimiya, a high school girl who can perceive spirits and immediately seeks to kill him. Trying to understand why unknown forces want him dead, Polka eventually crosses paths with Takumi Kuruya, a contractor skilled in surveillance and hacking, and Lisa Kuraki, a crime boss operating out of Shinjuku. With these—and other unexpected—allies by his side, Polka faces danger head-on as he seeks the truth behind his reincarnation and the destiny that awaits the world he now inhabits.

Dragons from an ancient bloodline, considered humanity's natural enemies, roam the world. Only two methods are effective for killing them: freezing their blood with silverine, an aura emitted by silver weapons, or having their bodies incinerated by sunlight. Young hunter prodigy Leonica is accompanied by her close friend Ragna, who lacks the necessary skills for their profession. Many shun Ragna, believing him cursed because dragons always seem to attack him and slaughter those close to him. Despite this, Leonica sees potential in Ragna and gladly partners with him. Similarly, Ragna is confident that Leonica is immune to his misfortune due to her incredible strength. However, Ragna's confidence is shaken when he dreams of Leonica's death, believing it to be a prophecy. On the destined day, he comes face to face with his future self, who grants him enormous power and memories from the future to ensure Leonica's safety. To succeed, Ragna must join forces with a mysterious figure named Crimson and eradicate all dragons for good.

Standing at the pinnacle as the ultimate exorcist, Haruyoshi Kuga craved even greater strength, only to be killed by those jealous of his power. In his final moments, he uses a spell to reincarnate, vowing to be more cunning so his efforts will serve him in his next life. He is reborn in a different world as Seika Lamprogue, the illegitimate son of a noble family that values magic. His family largely ignores him because of his lowborn status and lack of magical talent. Unfazed, Seika uses his past life's knowledge to form strong alliances. As he tests the true extent of his abilities, he must stay alert to the same pitfalls that ruined his previous existence and avoid repeating his old mistakes.

After making significant progress in New World Online's past events, the now well-known Maple Tree guild eagerly looks forward to exploring the newly unlocked floors. Even though their guild is already quite intimidating, each member is determined to acquire even more powerful skills to broaden their tactical options in upcoming encounters. Recognizing the value of building connections, the guild also establishes friendly ties with other prominent guilds like the Kingdom of the Flame Emperor and the Congregation of the Holy Swords. Led by their eccentric guild master Maple, the members of Maple Tree keep finding inventive ways to utilize their abilities, much to the frustration of the game developers.

After their winter clash with Taiju Shiba and the Black Dragons ends in victory, the Tokyo Manji Gang absorbs the remaining members of that group. Takemichi Hanagaki, with his courageous bravery and unyielding resolve, should have achieved his goal of preventing the tragic fate that awaits his girlfriend, Hinata Tachibana. However, Takemichi's struggles are far from finished. Though his actions have revealed Tetta Kisaki's betrayal, the cunning manipulator has found new influence elsewhere: Tenjiku, a dangerous gang commanded by the mysterious Izana Kurokawa. Izana targets Manjirou "Mikey" Sano, developing a malicious obsession with the Tokyo Manji Gang's detached leader. In the future, Takemichi learns that the schemes of Izana and Kisaki have caused Mikey's moral collapse—a fall that directly leads to Hinata's death. Unfortunately, a devastating loss strips Takemichi of his time-leaping power, leaving him stuck in the past with just one last opportunity to save everyone he cares about.

Fate Graphite leads a miserable existence working as a gatekeeper in a world where a person's entire life is determined by the skill they are born with. Cursed with the seemingly detrimental skill Gluttony, which leaves him constantly hungry, he is mistreated by the holy knights—the very people meant to protect the citizens—who see him as worthless because of his skill. But Fate's fate shifts dramatically when he kills an injured thief trying to escape. To his shock, Gluttony activates, boosting his stats and granting him new abilities. After this eye-opening event, Fate gets a job offer from Roxy Hart, the only kind-hearted holy knight in the city, which he gladly accepts. Eager to uncover Gluttony's true power, he teams up with a mysterious sentient sword named Greed, who cautions him that Gluttony is a forbidden skill that defies the world's natural order. Forced to lead a double life, Fate must slay monsters each night to sate his awakened hunger for souls, or else risk losing control and forfeiting any chance at happiness.

The Armed Detective Agency continues to evade the Hunting Dogs, but there is still a glimmer of hope. Detective Ranpo Edogawa devises a strategy to clear the Agency's name and prevent global turmoil: locate and apprehend Kamui, the leader of the terrorist faction known as Decay of the Angel. To pinpoint Kamui's location, Ranpo and his colleague Atsushi Nakajima must persuade Ouchi Fukuchi, the esteemed captain of the Hunting Dogs, to grant them amnesty. Though Fukuchi has been ordered to arrest Agency members, his prior connection with Agency president Yukichi Fukuzawa might help secure his cooperation. However, unknown to them, Fukuchi's true intentions may not align with the honorable image he projects.

Believing that the all-powerful god Mitama will eventually save him, Yukito Urabe takes part in a ceremony to become the new head of his father’s religious group. However, he drowns during the ritual and wishes to be reborn in a world free of gods and faith. He awakens in a completely different realm where spirituality does not exist. There he meets a strange girl named Aruaru, who shows him around her village. Yet his perfect image of this world’s society shatters when he sees a public mass suicide and discovers the nation’s policy on death: at any time, the government can order any citizen to die. Aruaru and her sister are soon dragged away to be executed, and Yukito rushes to save them—but fails. In desperation, he remembers his father’s lessons and prays to Mitama for help. As if in answer, a small girl descends from the sky and destroys everyone who harmed Yukito and his friends. To his shock, the girl identifies herself as Mitama.

On the desert planet Noman's Land, journalists Meryl Stryfe and Roberto De Niro search for the notorious outlaw Vash the Stampede. However, the person they encounter near the barren settlement of Jeneora Rock is nothing like the deadly terrorist they anticipated. Instead, Vash is a gentle and easygoing wanderer who advocates for peace and is cherished by the locals. His false notoriety comes from the terrible acts carried out by his twin brother, Millions Knives. Nonetheless, Vash is known as "The Humanoid Typhoon" because violent chaos often seems to trail behind him. Trouble does come when bounty hunters arrive, chasing the large reward on Vash's head. Their aggressive hunt endangers the town and its vital power plant. With his exceptional skill with a gun, Vash manages to fend off most of these hostile forces. However, he must eventually confront the greatest threat: the overwhelming destructive might of his wicked brother.

In a world where witches were once revered and feared for the divine magic they used to guide humanity's progress, times have shifted. As science advances, humans have caught up to witches in power, and the mighty Redia Empire now seeks to eradicate all witches and claim dominance over the world. Fleeing this deadly decree, the renowned witch Chloe and her apprentice Adonis seek shelter, but the Empire corners them and brutally executes Chloe. Devastated by his master's death and humanity's cruelty, Adonis swears revenge, promising to use the very magic they aim to destroy to wipe out mankind.

While heading to a convenience store, Kazuya Shiina attempts to protect two young girls from an armed attacker, but ends up being stabbed and dying on the spot. This selfless act allows him to be reborn with all his memories intact in another world as Cain von Silford, the third son of a margrave. When Cain reaches the age of five, a baptismal ceremony at the church grants him an audience with the seven gods who rule over the world. The gods not only explain the details of his reincarnation but also bestow upon Cain their individual divine protections—enabling him to wield cheat-like abilities in swordsmanship, magic, and numerous other fields. Armed with these blessings, Cain embarks on a quest to live a rewarding life that he considers a dream come true. Yet it quickly becomes apparent that the gods have far greater intentions for him than merely granting a random gift of overwhelming power.

Ray White is the first commoner ever admitted to the prestigious Arnold Academy of Sorcery, and from the moment he arrives, he faces disdain from several noble-born students. What they don't know is that Ray is actually the legendary Iceblade Sorcerer—a hero who turned the tide of a past war and one of the seven most powerful sorcerers in existence. Despite his incredible reputation, Ray simply wishes to experience the ordinary school life he was never able to have. Thanks to his warm and friendly personality, Ray quickly forms close bonds with some of the academy's most influential students. But as shadowy figures with sinister intentions start to act, Ray may be forced to unleash his true power to protect the friendships that make his new life worth living.

Veteran adventurer Nick, mage Tiana, cleric Zem, and half-dragon Curran each arrive alone at a tavern, ending up seated together at the same table. As the evening progresses, they take turns sharing their complaints and the hobbies they've adopted to cope. Though their stories differ greatly, they share one thing in common: betrayal. Each of the four, having been deeply betrayed by someone they cherished, has developed a profound distrust of humanity. Beyond their similar outlooks, the four also share another problem: a severe shortage of funds. Realizing they can't continue like this, they decide to form a party, raise their rank, and earn as much money as possible to fund their respective hobbies. What these disillusioned adventurers don't realize, however, is that they will eventually save the world from unimaginable danger.

Theodore McFarlane, an instructor at Kimberly Magic Academy, is impressed by Nanao Hibiya's swordsmanship and rescues the samurai from certain death during a fierce battle. With his encouragement, Nanao enrolls at the academy and quickly becomes famous after she and four of her peers save a student from a rampaging troll. Guided by Oliver Horn—a young man who appears to conceal a troubled past—Nanao and her new friends begin their magical apprenticeship at Kimberly, where only four out of five students survive to graduation. It does not take long for Oliver and his companions to encounter the academy's dangers firsthand, as a near-fatal incident in the labyrinth beneath the school leaves Nanao grappling with her bloody history. These inexperienced yet resolute students must stick together if they hope to survive and uncover the mysteries hidden within the academy.

The conflict against the forces of darkness is drawing to a close, with the Undead King Leonis Death Magnus standing as the last surviving Dark Lord. Realizing he cannot defeat his enemies alone, Leonis seals himself deep underground, intending to reincarnate after a thousand years and rebuild his demonic legions. But over the course of that millennium, the world has transformed entirely. The great war that led to Leonis's downfall is no longer remembered; instead, humanity faces a new menace—monstrous beings called Voids. Magic has been supplanted by technological devices, and individuals with special abilities—channeled through weapons known as Holy Swords—train at Excalibur Academy to combat the Voids. Reborn as a ten-year-old human boy, Leonis encounters Riselia Ray Crystalia, a dutiful girl who discovers the ruins of his hibernation chamber. Assuming Leonis suffers from amnesia, Riselia takes him under her wing and enrolls him at Excalibur Academy. Though Leonis still harbors plans to conquer the world, he must first adapt to a reality utterly foreign to everything he once knew.

The hero-king Inglis, who devoted his entire life to building his nation, now nears death. To honor his noble accomplishments, the goddess Alistia appears and offers him one wish. Since he was never able to master the sword, Inglis asks to be reincarnated for that purpose. In an instant, Inglis is reborn in the distant future as a daughter of the Eucus noble family. By age six, she is discovered to be Runeless—unable to use the runes that allow magic in this era—and thus cannot become a knight. Yet this suits Inglis’s plan perfectly: she chooses to become the squire for her cousin, Rafinha Bilford, allowing her to focus on pushing her own limits. For Inglis, the challenges this familiar yet different world presents are simply opportunities to refine her abilities—and perhaps become an extraordinary squire along the way.

After spending ten years fighting monsters in the Shadow Labyrinth—an expanding cloud of dark magic threatening to consume the world and eradicate all life—mage Desir Herrman and his five companions confront their ultimate enemy: the dragon of destruction, Boromir Napolitan. Though the hero group succeeds in defeating this powerful foe, the immense mana stored within the dragon's body unleashes an unstoppable explosion that destroys the rest of the world. Instead of perishing, Desir is transported ten years into the past with full memories of future events. He enrolls at Hebrion Academy, resolved to eliminate the classist discrimination within the magical world that will ultimately cause humanity's downfall. His struggle begins early during the entrance exams: despite ranking first in his group, Desir is placed in Beta Class, the default class for commoners. Now, Desir's next goal is to recruit someone he failed to save in his previous life: wind mage Romantica Eru. Then, with his newly formed party, Desir must prove his worth to the Alpha Class if he hopes to save as many lives as possible.

A decade ago, the Great War demonstrated the lethal potential of weapons to humanity. To prevent another such disaster, nations across the globe turned to espionage to achieve their objectives. In the Din Republic, Lily is an enthusiastic young girl who dreams of becoming a spy and serving her country. Yet she begins to doubt herself because she struggles to excel in her studies. Her passion is revived when she is offered early graduation by joining the spy team Lamplight, and she eagerly accepts despite the mysterious nature of the proposal. Upon reaching her destination, Lily is surprised to find six other girls waiting there, all of whom have also faced academic hardships. A mysterious man named Klaus soon appears and discloses that they must carry out an "Impossible Mission": infiltrate the Galgad Empire after only one month of training. Though doubtful, the girls eventually agree to collaborate under Klaus's leadership—as this may be their sole opportunity to demonstrate their value as spies.

The Gates of Hell burst open once more, plunging the world into chaos and unleashing demons to terrorize the land. These upheavals seem irrelevant to eccentric villager Touka Scott—until a demon attacks his childhood friend, Yuna Eunice. Fortunately, the legendary hero Sion Blandan arrives just in time to slay the monster. Unfortunately, Sion soon dies after inadvertently falling into a trap Touka set to protect his radish field. Anri Haysworth, Sion's necromancer companion, revives the hero by transferring Touka's soul into Sion's corpse. Now inhabiting the legendary hero's body, Touka is saddled with the mission of resealing the Gates of Hell and defeating the demons threatening peace. Alongside Yuna and Anri, Touka navigates his new reality and Sion's heroic legacy as he sets out to save the world.

In the final days of the Bakumatsu period, Japan's brutal era of conflict drew to a close, ushering in the Meiji Restoration. When the fighting ended, the legendary assassin Hitokito Battousai vanished without a trace, leaving only his fearsome reputation behind. Years later, a seemingly ordinary wanderer named Kenshin Himura crosses paths with Kaoru Kamiya, who runs a struggling dojo in Tokyo. Kaoru is chasing a man claiming to be the Battousai, who is roaming the streets murdering civilians and police officers alike. This impostor also boasts of using the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—a sword style created by Kaoru's father, which is founded on the principle of preserving life, not taking it. Kenshin aids Kaoru in defeating the fraud and restoring her father's dojo. Unbeknownst to anyone, Kenshin is the real warrior whose name still strikes fear into people's hearts. Though Kaoru eventually discovers the truth, his vow to atone for his bloody past by protecting the weak without killing moves her, and she allows him to stay at her dojo. However, Kenshin's resolve is soon tested by the specters of his past and the threats of the present.

After vanquishing the Demon Lord, the legendary hero Blade teeters on the edge of death. He manages to survive, but loses a large amount of his power. Being relieved of his overwhelming strength releases Blade from the burden of serving as humanity's savior. He decides to use his new free time to pursue a different goal: making friends. Blade enrolls at Rosewood Academy, a school that trains aspiring heroes into genuine champions of justice. He quickly settles in, forming bonds with his classmates and assisting them as they face the challenges and hardships of the journey to becoming heroes.

Two years had passed since Will left the City of the Dead, and he had turned seventeen. As a lord, he had built up "Torch Port, a river port of light," gradually bringing back the people's activities and smiles to the Beast Woods. Yet, out-of-season flowers were blooming in abundance, and an abnormality was detected in the forest. To solve this mystery, Will and his companions ventured deep into the woods, where they received an ominous prophecy from the forest king. "In the Iron Rust Mountains, the 'Fire of Black Calamity' will awaken. The fire will spread, or it will consume everything in this land." What is the calamity slumbering within the ruined dwarven city of Tetsusabi Sanmyaku...!?

After being compelled to reveal his magical abilities publicly, Polka Shinoyama's life is thrown into chaos. His fortune-telling business draws the interest of multiple individuals determined to expose his secret identity as the reincarnated Corpse God, a necromancer from another realm. Matters worsen when Polka and his allies are falsely accused of murdering an employee of their guardian. When fellow group member Takumi Kuruya is kidnapped by his former boss, Kuon Higuro, Polka dispatches his most trusted companion, Misaki Sakimiya, to rescue their friend. The recent incidents entangling the group prove to be connected, forcing Polka to exercise extreme caution if he hopes to survive this treacherous web of dangers.

After Finn discovers his orphanage is about to shut down due to money troubles, the boy, who had been living freely on the streets, heads to a casino hoping to strike it rich. But nothing could have prepared him for the nightmare that awaits. At the casino, Finn witnesses a car chase and a bloody shootout triggered by a man's "lucky" card. Finn will eventually learn the truth behind the shootout. A set of 52 X-Playing cards can control the world order, granting different superhuman powers and abilities to those who possess them. With these cards, people can tap into the hidden power of the "buddy" within themselves. A secret group of players called High Card, directly ordered by the king of Fourland, works to collect the cards scattered across the kingdom while moonlighting as employees of the luxury carmaker Pinochle. Recruited to become the group's fifth member, Finn soon joins the players on a dangerous mission to find these cards. "All you need in life are manners, dignity, and the will to bet on your own life." However, Who's Who, the rival carmaker obsessed with defeating Pinochle, and the Klondikes, the infamous Mafia family, stand in the gang's way. A frenzied battle among these card-obsessed players, fueled by justice, desire, and revenge, is about to begin! Are you ready? It's Showdown!!

Three months after the Demon King’s defeat at the hands of a hero, humanity celebrates its triumph while the inhabitants of the demon realm mourn their loss. To determine the next ruler, a tournament is organized to find the Demon King’s successor. Overseeing the contest is Vamirio, a fiery and formidable member of the Four Heavenly Kings. She harbors deep suspicion toward Helck, a human participant who professes a hatred for his own kind. Although Vamirio wishes to eliminate him, his immense power and widespread appeal make this difficult. During the competition, she learns that humans have disappeared from numerous towns. In response to this mystery, Vamirio devises a scheme to ensure Helck’s defeat, hoping to expose his true loyalties and protect the demon world from potential danger before it is too late.

While running an errand in the forest, retired E-rank adventurer Belgrieve finds a basket containing an abandoned baby girl. Taking pity on her, he decides to adopt the infant and names her Angeline. As she grows up, Angeline idolizes her father, particularly admiring his swordsmanship and aspiring to become an adventurer like Belgrieve once was. To pursue this dream, she sets out for the royal capital. Over the years, she climbs the ranks to become an S-rank adventurer, earning the title of the Black-Haired Valkyrie. Despite surpassing her father, she boasts about him and exaggerates his deeds, affectionately calling him the Red Ogre. Now, the time has come for Angeline to return home, but she soon discovers that various evil forces keep conspiring to prevent her from reuniting with her beloved father.

A new VRMMO titled "One More Free Life Online" has been released. Taichi Tanaka (38, single) works a typical office job and spends his leisure time playing video games. He logs into the game as a young boy avatar named "Earth." In a world where players are free to do whatever they want, he chooses to master a skill that has been labeled useless. He brews potions that are too troublesome to create, cooks food that is excessively delicious, and uses strange original weapons to hunt monsters.

Percival spent his entire childhood living with his grandfather on God's Finger, a far-off sanctuary floating high above the clouds. Even though he was content with his peaceful life, he secretly yearned for adventure. Everything changed when an intruder with a startling link to Percival destroyed the world he knew. With no other option, Percival embarks on a quest to pursue the one who took everything from him. Along the way, the inexperienced boy learns many things about the ordinary world he never knew. Fortunately, he encounters companions who assist him in adapting. But how will they react when they uncover Percival's fate—and how it ties into the apocalypse?

Raizou Kurima, a righteous samurai, is tricked into killing his own future father-in-law and is stricken by guilt. To restore his honor, Raizou swears revenge on the lord who gave him those false orders. On his path, he is assisted by Yuuen Usui, a self-proclaimed merchant of all trades who is actually a member of the Revengers—assassins who deliver bloody vengeance for those who have been wronged. Tragedy seems to haunt Raizou as he grows more entangled with the Revengers. As he starts working alongside them as a vigilante, the intricate web of corruption among Japan's political elite, the unscrupulous Europeans, and the Revengers gradually comes to light. The deeper he gets involved in these affairs, the more Raizou comes to see that justice is as deceptive as the honor he sought to reclaim.

Ayakashi are strange, supernatural beings invisible to most people. While the majority are harmless, some ayakashi attack humans to drain their life force. Exorcist ninjas are tasked with protecting people from these malevolent spirits. Matsuri Kazamaki is a young exorcist ninja from a prestigious clan. His childhood friend, Suzu Kanade, is an ayakashi medium—a person with immense vitality that draws ayakashi to her. Matsuri views all ayakashi as dangerous and wants to keep Suzu far away from them, but this conflicts with her desire to stay close to them. One day, the pair encounters Shirogane, the "King of Ayakashi," who is determined to devour Suzu. As she is about to be eaten, Matsuri rescues her and manages to seal the ayakashi's powers—but not before Shirogane retaliates by transforming him into a girl! Until he finds a way to change back, Matsuri must adapt to his new, unusual lifestyle while battling hostile ayakashi. Meanwhile, Suzu is now uncertain about her feelings for Matsuri—further throwing their relationship into a state of confusion.

In 2008, the Japanese government began targeting individuals who identified as otaku, claiming it was to protect the nation's culture. Within a single week, the enforcement organization called the SSC forcibly captured nearly every otaku and seized their collectibles. A fiery man who calls himself Otaku Hero refuses to let this agency have its way: he forms a resistance army composed of other displaced fans who unite to defend their culture. Three years later, the flames of rebellion are dying out as hope for otakus fades. Urged on by his ally—the magical girl Anarchy—Otaku Hero directs the resistance in an attempt to bring Anarchy together with the other two magical girls, Blue and Pink. By harnessing the combined strength of this trio, the resistance may be able to defeat the SSC and preserve otaku culture for all.

During the mid-21st century, superhuman individuals with extraordinary abilities emerged across the globe. These costumed figures, performing astonishing acts to maintain peace, came to be known as heroes—symbolic representatives of their home nations. In Japan, 14-year-old middle school student Teru Momijiyama is secretly known as the country's hero, Shy. As a shy and inexperienced young girl, Shy is a relatively new hero with much to learn. She grapples with self-doubt and questions whether she truly deserves the title of hero. Despite her insecurities, Shy diligently works to rescue others and make the right choices. As powerful new threats begin to surface, Shy must join forces with heroes worldwide while discovering the true meaning of being a hero.

Now in command of the Edens Zero, Shiki Granbell has assembled the Four Shining Stars. With his new companions' support, Shiki can break through Dragonfall—the barrier of the Sakura Cosmos infested with mechanical dragons. Once that's accomplished, he can resume his search for the goddess Mother. Before the Edens Zero crew can proceed, they notice a mysterious warship tailing them. Discovering that the vessel—the Belial Gore—belongs to Drakken Joe, Shiki and his team try to infiltrate it to uncover why the Dark Alchemist is targeting them. In the process, Drakken's underlings take the Edens Zero hostage. Though trapped in a dire situation, Shiki refuses to surrender. Teaming up with his friends, Shiki must defeat the Dark Alchemist if he wants to escape the Belial Gore alive.

Saenome are individuals charged with sealing spirits that inhabit objects and endanger society. Known as tsukumogami, these spirits are generally harmless, and saenome typically seal them through simple verbal exchanges. Traumatized by a past violent encounter with a malevolent spirit, Hyouma Kunato refuses peaceful methods and instead clashes physically with every tsukumogami he meets. His grandfather Zouhei, finding this behavior unacceptable for a future clan leader, suggests that Hyouma move in with Botan Nagatsuki, a young woman whose household consists of six tsukumogami—or face excommunication. Determined to track down the spirit that robbed him of everything, Hyouma grudgingly accepts Zouhei's proposal. As unknown groups of evil spirits begin to disrupt the balance between worlds, the young man must win Botan's trust and overcome his hatred for her enigmatic family.

Once thought to have vanished, ninjas have resurfaced in modern-day Japan after the Pacific War. With an estimated two hundred thousand members, these lethal operatives now carry out secret missions and have embedded themselves across many of the nation's public and private organizations. One such ninja is Kurou Kumogakure, a 17-year-old who typically whiles away his time in a shabby apartment, lacking any drive to do anything productive. To some, he might appear to be a useless slacker who does nothing more than swipe beer from his neighbor. However, this loser may be far more formidable than his outward appearance suggests. Kurou's hidden abilities are put to the test when he receives a fresh assignment: infiltrate a local high school. Yet, this task holds far more than he could ever anticipate.

While most deities in the celestial realm shun the forgotten Xie Lian, Heavenly Emperor Jun Wu maintains a favorable view of him. Xie Lian’s fortune remains abysmal, and his troubles are compounded by suspicions that his recent companion was the dreaded Ghost King Hua Cheng. Ignoring the doubts of others, Xie Lian cherishes Hua Cheng’s vow that their next meeting would reveal his true form. Jun Wu then delivers disturbing news: a distress signal originated from the Ghost City, the most thriving domain in the underworld where Hua Cheng is the sole authority. Unhesitatingly, Xie Lian enters this territory to find the missing deity. There, the real Hua Cheng awaits. Though he is the most terrifying entity across the three realms, his arrogance dissolves before Xie Lian. Without explaining his motives, Hua Cheng exhausts all resources to alleviate the hardships of Xie Lian’s perpetually unlucky life.

The rebel faction Reunion has turned the city of Chernobog into a wasteland of ash and sorrow, marking just the start of their rebellion against countries that discriminate against victims of the contagious and lethal Oripathy. Having seen her home destroyed, Chief Ch'en of the Lungmen Guard Department's Special Inspection Unit commands her team to protect Lungmen, a wealthy metropolis notorious for its cruel treatment of the ill. Simultaneously, Amiya, the Doctor, and the medical corporation Rhodes Island fight Reunion across multiple fronts. They eventually encounter a formidable obstacle in FrostNova, a Reunion leader whose terrifying ice abilities force anyone foolish enough to oppose her to freeze to death.

Four operatives from the Din Republic's spy unit Lamplight—Thea, Monika, Erna, and Annett—succeed in capturing an enemy agent despite their conflicting personalities. During a brief respite, they meet Matilda, who asserts she is Annett's mother, inadvertently pulling the group into a deepening conflict that challenges their unity and loyalties. Back at base, the remaining Lamplight members grow concerned when their squad fails to check in. Klaus and Lily launch an urgent rescue mission, discovering alarming signs of escalating hostilities in the region where their friends vanished. They must race against time to reunite the team before the situation becomes irreversible.

Set in the waning days of the 19th century British Empire, Wisteria is an orphan whose existence is marked by isolation and hardship. Her bleak reality shifts when she meets Marbas, an immortal creature with a furry form who is both powerful and deeply lonely, constantly pursued by hunters. Joined by this outcast, Wisteria travels across the Empire, a realm inhabited by humans and beast-like entities, as the pair seeks a sanctuary where they might finally coexist in tranquility.

In the world of Ars, humans have been locked in a decades-long conflict with giant beasts that devastate the land and devour its resources. Those who fight these monsters are known as Paladins, and they harness the destructive energy of Clerics—beings who possess uncontrollable magical powers. While mourning the death of his former war partner, ex-Paladin Jiiro meets Kuumi, a young woman whose magical abilities have just awakened. After they form a contract to save a city from a giant beast attack, Jiiro learns that Kuumi escaped from a laboratory and is being hunted by agents of Mezami, the head of the research facility. Reluctantly agreeing to help Kuumi flee her pursuers, Jiiro sets out traveling with his new partner and her friend Myaa, a young girl who wears a cat headdress. As this unlikely trio wanders across the lands of Ars, high-ranking officials begin putting their schemes into motion—and the group soon discovers that humans can be more terrifying than the monsters.