2003 Anime

Edward Elric is a gifted young alchemist who, at age twelve, suffers devastating losses. When he and his brother Alphonse attempt to bring their deceased mother back using the forbidden technique of human transmutation, Edward loses both his brother and two of his own limbs. Using his exceptional alchemical abilities, Edward manages to anchor Alphonse's soul to a massive suit of armor. One year later, Edward has become a state alchemist with the title of Fullmetal. Together with his younger brother, he sets out in search of the Philosopher's Stone. This legendary artifact is said to greatly amplify an alchemist's power, allowing them to bypass alchemy's core principle: equivalent exchange, where one must sacrifice something of equal value to gain something. Edward intends to use the military's resources to locate the stone and restore his and Alphonse's bodies to their original state. But as the Elric brothers delve deeper, they realize the stone holds secrets far beyond their expectations, drawing them into the heart of a conflict much darker and more vast than they ever anticipated.

Kino, a 15-year-old traveler, develops a close bond with Hermes, a motorcycle that can speak. Together, they journey across various lands, visiting different countries and places without any clear destination in mind, because travel is a venture full of unknowns. Along the way, they encounter a wide range of customs—some morally ambiguous, others tragic or mesmerizing. They meet many people: those who live only to work, those who live to bring others joy, and those who live in pursuit of their dreams. In each country they explore, there is always something new to learn from how the inhabitants conduct their lives. It is not for Kino or Hermes to judge whether these values are right or wrong; they simply act as observers within this small world. No matter how absurd those values might seem, they make no effort to change or influence the places they visit. They believe, in their own way, that things are fine as they are—that "the world is not beautiful; therefore, it is."

In a world on the verge of collapse, an old legend tells that when the end arrives, the path to paradise will open. This perfect world offers the only hope for the few living things left in this desolate land, but the myth says only wolves can discover the way to this fabled place. Although they were believed to have vanished long ago, wolves still exist, hiding among humans by using complex illusions. A lone wolf named Kiba is pulled by an irresistible scent to Freeze City, a poor settlement ruled by the cruel Lord Orkham. There, Kiba finds that wolves Hige, Tsume, and Toboe have also been lured by the same smell. Chasing the fragrance of "Lunar Flowers," which are rumored to unlock the door to their perfect world, the wolves travel across barren lands and decaying cities in search of their legendary paradise. But they are not the only ones hunting for this haven, and others with darker motives will stop at nothing to get there before them.

On Christmas Eve, Hana, Gin, and Miyuki are sifting through trash for gifts when they stumble upon an abandoned baby in the frigid winter night. Horrified by the tragic scene, Hana's maternal instinct takes over, and she insists on tracking down the baby's biological mother to get an explanation. They name the infant Kiyoko—meaning pure child—and begin their search using the few clues left with her: a mysterious key and a single note. But their plans quickly unravel as they become tangled in a string of unexpected events. Tokyo Godfathers traces the journey of this trio as they remain united through every hardship, determined to bring Kiyoko to her true home, and to discover their own Christmas miracle.

Sergeant Sousuke Sagara returns to Jindai High School to safeguard the vital war asset Kaname Chidori from any potential danger. Yet, his profound lack of social awareness and civilian experience triggers hilarious and perilous incidents that threaten the tranquil academic environment Kaname desires. As Sousuke deploys an arsenal of weaponry to neutralize both genuine and imagined threats, Kaname fights to balance her responsibilities as vice president of the student council while trying to restrain his extreme behavior. For certain operations, Sousuke must don the costume of a popular amusement park mascot known as Bonta-kun. Leveraging his technical skills, he upgrades the bright outfit into a high-tech exoskeleton, though it suffers from a single flaw: the voice synthesizer is limited to emitting only the sound "mofu." Full Metal Panic? Fumoffu chronicles the misadventures of Kaname and Sousuke as they attempt to maintain a conventional school routine amidst the unintended turmoil they create.

In the subterranean city of Lux, shrouded in darkness, its inhabitants live under constant dread and subjugation by competing criminal syndicates. Cut off from the world above, these gangs interact with the surface solely through the mining of "raffia," the city's sole reason for existence. This rare mineral, found only in Lux, serves as the foundation for "texhnolyze" transplants, which allow humans to replace body parts with cybernetic limbs. These prosthetics uniquely avoid immune rejection, and the mysterious "Class" organization holds the privilege of researching them. The Class, which also oversees raffia production, entrusts its executive power to a group called Organo, led by Keigo Oonishi—a self-righteous man with texhnolyzed legs, rumored to hear the "voice of the city." The fragile power balance in Lux shatters when a mysterious newcomer, Kazuho Yoshii, begins a series of crimes that incite conflict among the gangs. Amid the ensuing chaos, new figures emerge: Ichise, a former boxer mutilated by Organo and recently fitted with texhnolyzed limbs by Eriko "Doc" Kamata; and Ran, a young florist with the ability to see the future. As Lux spirals into madness, both Ichise and Ran become entangled in the greatest crisis the city has ever faced.

By 2075, traveling through space has become an ordinary part of daily life rather than a distant fantasy. Scientific and technological progress has enabled lunar colonization, the commercialization of outer space, and the rise of massive space corporations. Ai Tanabe, a cheerful young woman fascinated by the cosmos, joins Technora Corporation and is assigned to the Debris Section—a team tasked with clearing hazardous space junk from the orbital paths between Earth and the Moon. Ai quickly realizes how little respect her role commands. The Debris Section is the butt of jokes at Technora: chronically understaffed, barely funded, and forced to operate a worn-out spaceship nicknamed the "Toy Box" for its debris retrieval missions. Unfazed, Ai presses on and grows familiar with the quirky crew members, including the clumsy yet kind-hearted chief clerk Philippe Myers; the mysterious, tight-lipped temporary worker Edelgard Rivera; and the hot-tempered, passionate Hachirouta Hoshino, who dreams of owning his own spaceship. Planetes is an unconventional sci-fi story that uses the immense scale of space as a backdrop for the everyday lives of ordinary people—individuals born on Earth, but whose aspirations and dreams reach for the stars.

During the 1920s, a period marked by significant transformation and turmoil, monstrous demons began appearing across America. To counter this threat, the holy Order of Magdalene was formed. The New York branch of this organization houses the impulsive young Sister Rosette Christopher and her partner Chrno. Charged with eliminating demonic dangers, this renowned pair excels at their work, even though their missions often result in extensive collateral damage. Behind their actions lie dark personal histories. Rosette seeks to find her missing brother Joshua, who was taken by the demonic sinner Aion—a figure with whom Chrno shares a bloody past. Together, they must confront the escalating demon menace, uncover its origin, and continue their search for the truth behind Joshua's disappearance.

Brandon Heat and Harry MacDowel are two friends as close as brothers, until one fateful day they receive a violent, harsh reminder of just how cruel the world around them truly is. Before that, their lives were simple and carefree, filled with local scuffles, chasing women, and small-time theft to get by and pass the time. What they failed to grasp was that in this unforgiving world, happiness is fleeting and change is unavoidable. Then comes Millennion, the largest and most notorious mafia syndicate in the region, which takes Brandon and Harry into its fold, starting them at the very bottom. Harry dreams of climbing the ranks and eventually replacing Big Daddy as the supreme leader of Millennion, while Brandon only wants to support his friend and appease Big Daddy, who has taken custody of the woman Brandon loves. Based on the third-person shooter video game of the same name, Gungrave is an epic tale of friendship, betrayal, and greed that unfolds over several years, ultimately circling back to the gripping and ominous first episode, all while building toward the story's thrilling climax.

In Italy, the Social Welfare Agency takes in young girls from hospital beds and offers them a new life through advanced cybernetic enhancements. Their bodies artificially strengthened, the girls are brainwashed and trained as assassins to perform the Italian Government's covert operations. Despite these modifications, they remain children at heart, yearning for affection from those they care about, even knowing that love is artificially created. This tragic story follows the girls as they struggle with their emotions within an agency that views them merely as ruthless weapons.

Daisuke Niwa is a clumsy, awkward, and timid middle school student with few notable strengths. On his 14th birthday, he works up the courage to confess his feelings to Risa Harada, the girl he has liked for a long time, but she turns him down. However, things take a strange turn when Daisuke discovers that any time he thinks about Risa, he transforms into Dark Mousy—the notorious phantom thief. While Daisuke has no clue about this bizarre family trait, his mother has been fully aware and has long been orchestrating his theft of valuable artworks to keep the legendary thief's reputation alive. Filled with uncertainty and confusion, Daisuke struggles to navigate his relationships with friends and family. Before long, he comes to understand that he is not the only one burdened by a destined family legacy—and his most formidable opponent might be the very classmate he least wants to fight.

On the planet Prester, air travel reigns supreme, powered by Claudia Fluid—a liquefied form of crystals native to the world. A mysterious organization known only as the Guild holds absolute control over the skies, maintaining a monopoly on the engines that utilize this fluid. As ecological disasters destabilize the warring nations of Anatoray and Disith, the Guild also serves as an arbitrator in their conflicts. Caught in the middle are Sky Couriers, who pilot small, two-person vanships freely through the air. Last Exile follows two teenagers striving to surpass their parents: Claus Valca, the son of a famed vanship pilot, and Lavie Head, his best friend and navigator. Their courier work requires them to traverse a dangerous air current called the Grand Stream that separates the hostile nations—a passage even standard airships struggle to survive. But when they accept a high-stakes delivery, transporting an orphan girl named Alvis Hamilton to the battleship Silvana, they are pulled into a far greater conflict that sets them against the might of the Guild.

Shiki Toono awakens in a hospital room possessing the ability to perceive invisible lines. These delicate threads, which compose all matter in Shingetsutan, cause an object to be instantly destroyed when cut. Shiki realizes that tracing the lines of anything leads to its imminent destruction. Keeping his supernatural sight a secret, Shiki attempts to live his second year of high school in tranquility. However, this calm is shattered when Shiki encounters a mysterious woman with striking red eyes on his way home from school. After a sudden mental breakdown, he seemingly kills the woman and then loses consciousness. As if matters couldn't worsen, Shiki is attacked the following day by a pair of demonic hounds—facing certain death, he is rescued by the timely arrival of the same woman from the previous day. She identifies herself as Arcueid Brunestud, a vampire princess. Deciding to join forces, Shiki and Arcueid set out to discover the truth about their heritage and the recent series of murders occurring in the town.

In the Kanto region, seven high schools are locked in a deadly struggle for total dominance. Each combatant is the reincarnation of a famed warrior from the Three Kingdoms era, forcing them into a dangerous quest to overcome their often merciless fates. Among these fighters is the scatterbrained Hakufu Sonsaku, a student at Nanyou Academy who—despite having superb martial arts skills—is fated to die young at the hands of the ruthless Ukitsu. But her classmate and cousin, Koukin Shuuyu, is entrusted by Hakufu's mother with protecting her from this dark destiny. To complicate matters, Hakufu experiences sudden fits of rage during which she loses consciousness and unleashes a devastating power that endangers her own life. Alongside Nanyou's "Big Four," Hakufu and Shuuyu must thwart the schemes of their chief rival schools and discover the real nature of Hakufu's abilities before time runs out.

Takashi Kamiyama seems like an ordinary, gentle high school student—polite, distant, and nonviolent, with an IQ a bit above average. Yet would a typical student really choose to attend Cromartie High School, a place notorious for producing the most fearsome delinquents around? Apparently yes, because that's precisely what Takashi does, though his reasons remain undisclosed. One thing is certain: this "timid rabbit in a den of fierce lions" will never experience a boring moment again. How could he, surrounded by mohawked thugs, annoying robots, and... gorillas? And was that Freddie Mercury galloping down the hallway on a horse? Follow Takashi as he earnestly strives to improve his school's reputation during his new high school life, while his classmates are determined to cause chaos.

Under a bright golden sun, shy high schooler Haruka Suzumiya confesses her feelings to Takayuki Narumi, the boy she has long admired. Takayuki accepts, and they begin dating, with their close friends Mitsuki Hayase and Shinji Taira cheering them on. Life seems perfect for the group—until a devastating event occurs. One of them falls into a cruel fate, trapped in a coma. Three years later, that person finally awakens, but their return suddenly casts a shadow over the friendships, pushing everyone's loyalties and emotions to their breaking point.

A depressed apathetic young man named Takamine Kiyomaro is suddenly given a small demon named Gash Bell to look after. Unbeknownst to Kiyomaro, Gash is involved in a fierce contest to decide who will rule the demon world. Each demon must select a human master on Earth and battle other demons until only one remains. Naturally, Kiyomaro becomes Gash's master, and through their many fights, he learns the importance of friendship and courage.

Kanenone Gakuen is a boarding school for boys situated in rural Japan. While single-sex education is common, the lack of female students in the surrounding area creates significant social challenges. To support the mental well-being of the students, the administration plans to merge with a nearby all-girls school to establish a co-ed institution. The male students are eager about this change, while the girls are intrigued by the prospect of a more dynamic campus life. As a preliminary step, the girls are invited to reside at Kanenone for a month to test the arrangement. The story centers on Yuusuke Takazaki and his roommates, known as the Baka Trio, who pride themselves on their ability to interact with girls without appearing foolish. However, the arrival of the female students brings chaos, hormonal tension, and absurdity. Midori Chitose, one of the new arrivals, jumps off the bus and immediately hugs a bewildered Yuusuke. This sudden affection raises questions about whether Yuusuke is naturally charming or if he shares a forgotten past with her.

Born into royalty, Pacifica Casull is called the "Scrapped Princess" due to a catastrophic prophecy claiming she will bring about the world's end on her sixteenth birthday. Saved from execution by a compassionate family, she lives under the protection of her adoptive older siblings, Shannon and Raquel Casull. When followers of the deity Mauser learn she is still alive, they order her elimination at any cost, forcing Pacifica to flee for survival. Beset by dangers from the church, aristocracy, and ordinary citizens, the three siblings struggle to escape the destiny Pacifica is fated to fulfill, constantly wondering whether one girl's existence is worth the planet's ruin. As the princess' sixteenth birthday draws near, the true identity of the Scrapped Princess and the shocking truths about the world become increasingly clear.

In the universe of Maburaho, every person is born with magical abilities, making them magicians. But magical capacity differs from one individual to another. The number of times you can cast spells dictates the level of esteem you earn, and because magical power is fixed from birth through lineage and heredity, those descended from renowned magicians are highly coveted. At Aoi Academy, Kazuki Shikimori possesses the lowest magic count, causing his peers to regard him as a nearly useless magician. Yet his ancestry includes numerous legendary magicians across history, meaning that while he may not be powerful himself, his future children could be. This makes him a target for three different young women: Yuna Miyama, a transfer student who immediately claims to be his wife; Rin Kamishiro, a proud swordswoman from a traditional family who wishes to kill him so she can follow her own path; and Kuriko Kazetsubaki, a girl from an influential clan who openly tries to seduce him for his genetic potential. Now he must cope not only with the envy of every male student at school, but also with the relentless pursuit of multiple women.

In a futuristic era, the Maruhage Empire wages war on personal freedom by stealing everyone’s hair. Against this tyranny stands a courageous warrior with a golden afro and steel-like nose hairs: Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo. Trained in the art of hair combat, he rescues a teenager named Beauty from Maruhage soldiers and joins forces with her to defeat Emperor Tsuru Tsurulina IV. As Bo-bobo gathers allies and defeats enemies, he pursues his mission to protect all hair in the world. This lighthearted and comedic series follows Bo-bobo and his companions on a bizarre adventure against various villains and deviants within the Maruhage Empire, filled with fun and excitement.

Maiku Kamishiro has always been uncertain about his origins. The sole hint he possesses regarding his family is a vintage photo depicting a boy and a girl playing in a small pool in front of a blue house. Driven by the desire to uncover his past, he relocates to that very blue house and takes a job as a programmer. His comfortable existence is disrupted when two distinct girls arrive at his doorstep, each holding a copy of the same photograph and asserting that they are his twin. Unable to determine which one is his actual relative and which is a stranger, Maiku permits both girls to move in with him until the truth can be revealed.

The Kaleido Stage is renowned worldwide for mesmerizing audiences with incredible acrobatics, creative routines, and lavish costumes and sets. It’s a place where guests can believe in magic, and Sora Naegino dreams of becoming part of that magic by joining the famed circus as an acrobat herself. To achieve her goal, she leaves Japan for California to try out for a spot in the troupe. However, Sora quickly realizes that natural talent alone isn’t enough to bring smiles to the crowd. She soon understands how challenging it is to be a professional performer, where the risks—and the stunts—are greater and any mistake can be dangerous! To deliver performances worthy of the Kaleido Stage, she must undergo intense training, handle unusual tasks, face fierce rivalry, and put up with the mischief of a playful spirit named Fool. Will Sora rise to new heights, form friendships, overcome her fears, and push past her limits to become a Kaleido Star?

Sonic the Hedgehog's usual carelessness causes the precious chaos emeralds to get caught in the crossfire and become unstable right before they are activated. This chaos control engulfs everything for miles around Dr. Eggman's base, and with the input scrambled, no one can foresee the outcome. Separated from both his friends and enemies, Sonic wakes up in a strange world: an unfamiliar city filled with mysterious people. He realizes he has been transported across the universe to an entirely different planet—Earth. As he hurries to escape the equally confused authorities, Sonic finds himself plunging headfirst into the pool of the wealthy Thorndyke family. Fortunately, Christopher, the Thorndykes' son, rescues Sonic and offers him shelter from a society that wrongly believes he is hostile. Protected by the family, Sonic decides to reunite with his friends, save this new world from the threat he brought to them, and find a way back home.

As the mermaid princess of the North Pacific, one of the seven mermaid kingdoms, Lucia gives a magical pearl to a boy who falls from a ship one night. She must journey to the human world to retrieve her pearl and safeguard the mermaid kingdoms. By harnessing the power of music, Lucia can defend herself and the mermaid kingdoms against an escalating evil threat.

The town of Hatsunejima is filled with mysteries—among them are cherry trees that never wither and are believed to grant the most sincere wishes. Whispers also circulate about individuals possessing extraordinary abilities, such as Junichi Asakura, who can peer into others' dreams and conjure sweets from thin air. He lives a peaceful life alongside his sister Nemu, spending time with friends at Kazami Academy, though he keeps his true nature hidden. His calm school days are disrupted when his childhood friend Sakura Yoshino returns from America after six years. She comes with a single goal: to fulfill the promises she made long ago with Junichi. Yet no one realizes that Sakura's arrival will alter everyone's fate—whether for good or ill.

Anita King, Maggie Mui, and Michelle Cheung—known as the Paper Sisters—operate the Three Sisters Detective Agency in Hong Kong, specializing in cases related to books. They are hired to act as local guides for Nenene Sumiregawa, a Japanese novelist suffering from writer's block ever since her close friend Yomiko Readman vanished. Each sister is a Paper Master, possessing the ability to manipulate paper. Using these powers, they rescue Nenene from dangerous terrorists who attack her during a book signing. To ensure her safety, the sisters remain with her as bodyguards in case of further assaults. For book lovers Maggie and Michelle, guarding their favorite author is a dream come true, but young Anita despises books despite her paper‑based abilities. The trio struggles to adjust to their new life in Japan while protecting Nenene and continuing detective work under the shadowy organization Dokusensha. As they grow closer to Nenene, they uncover connections between her, Yomiko's disappearance, and the mysterious books Dokusensha sends the Paper Masters to investigate. What started as a routine job escalates into the most significant case they have ever faced. Are these girls truly willing to risk their lives for literature?

After winning the iconic characters "Kite" and "Black Rose" in a contest hosted by the developers of the MMORPG "The World," Shugo and his twin sister Rena enter "The World." They team up with new friends Ouka, Mirelle, Hotaru, and Sanjuro to complete events and quests. Soon, strange monsters begin appearing, and being defeated by them causes players to fall into comas in the real world. Only Shugo and Rena can resolve this crisis, but what is the reason they are being targeted, and what mysteries does the game conceal?

It has been two years since Aoi and Kaoru were released from the constraints of their families. Kaoru is now attending graduate school, and the tenants remain as boisterous as ever. The story explores what will become of the romance between Aoi and Kaoru as they continue to live their everyday lives with their usual friends in their house.

Traumatized by witnessing his parents' murder at the hands of a Choushuu member, Ichimura Tetsunosuke seeks strength to fuel his desire for revenge. At fifteen, he approaches the Shinsengumi with the aim of joining their ranks. Yet, Tetsunosuke lacks the skill, mindset, and emotional detachment required to kill without hesitation those who threaten peace. Despite the backing of his brother Tatsunosuke and his new Shinsengumi comrades, Tetsunosuke remains unaware of the bloodshed and suffering he must endure as a member of this historical faction.

After safely protecting their BitBeasts, a new world championship tournament is announced, but the defending champions cannot all compete on the same team. Their bond is put to the test as every Bladebreaker sets out on a journey to prove why they are the greatest Beyblader. Tyson, Max, Ray, Kai, and newcomer Daichi must maintain their winning streak—even if it means facing one another. Yet once the tournament concludes, an old enemy, Boris, awaits them: he has taken over the BBA and turned it into BEGA, the Beyblade Entertainment Global Association. To rescue Beybladers everywhere from BEGA's corruption, the Bladebreakers must join forces once more.

It has been fourteen years since Kibagami Jubei defeated the immortal warrior Himuro Genma and thwarted the Shogun of the Dark's evil plans. Jubei still wanders Japan as a masterless swordsman. On his journey, he meets Shigure, a priestess who has never left her village. When a group of demons destroys the village and kills everyone, Jubei becomes a prime target after obtaining the Dragon Jewel—a stone of unknown origin. Meanwhile, Shigure travels to the village of Yagyu alongside the monk Dakuan and a young thief named Tsubute. With two demon clans now hunting Shigure, Dakuan must once again enlist Jubei's services to protect the Priestess of Light.

To uncover the secrets of immortality, global scientists convened to investigate "Heaven's Gate," the tomb-laboratory of the legendary ruler Gilgamesh. When the project was condemned as unethical and shut down, a terrorist group ignored the halt and breached the facility, triggering an explosion that destroyed the advanced information civilization. Years later, siblings Tatsuya and Kiyoko Madoka are fleeing from thugs, but they soon become embroiled in a conflict between two mysterious factions. Both groups claim to act for society's benefit, forcing the siblings to determine which side deserves their trust.

Desperate to salvage his failing writing career by collecting a hundred ghost stories, struggling author Momosuke Yamaoka travels across Edo-period Japan in search of inspiration. While exploring the mountains, he meets a monk called Mataichi. Ignoring the warning to retreat, Momosuke continues onward and witnesses Mataichi and two accomplices commit a murder. It is revealed that this trio operates as vigilantes who investigate paranormal cases, exacting final punishment on the guilty. As Momosuke keeps looking for material, he frequently encounters the three outlaws and grows more entangled in their operations. Drawn deeper into the shadows, he struggles with the ethical implications of their deeds and the blurry boundary separating humanity from the supernatural.

Once a gymnast, Aikawa Maki now applies her abilities to a new path—street fighting. Violence is the sole thing that gives her a genuine sense of being alive. With remarkable strength and elegance, she battles one adversary after another, continually showcasing the gymnastics prowess that earns her the alias "Airmaster."

Loki, the trickster god of Norse mythology, has been banished to the mortal realm for what seems to have been a poorly considered prank. As part of his punishment, he is transformed into a child. He learns that the only way to return to the divine world is by collecting the dark auras that corrupt human hearts, so he opens a detective agency to accomplish this task. A human girl named Mayura, who is obsessed with solving mysteries, soon joins him and contributes in her own way. But before long, other Norse gods start appearing, and most of them are determined to kill Loki for reasons that remain unclear.

While on summer break at her grandparents' home, Tamai Shiina, a bright and cheerful student, encounters a peculiar creature. The two form a bond, and Shiina christens it Hoshimaru: The Round Star. Upon returning to school after the vacation, Shiina discovers other children who have also bonded with strange beings similar to Hoshimaru. However, she quickly learns that not all of these creatures and their partners share the same amiable nature.

Battle Programmer Shirase, or BPS, is a freelance programmer possessing extraordinary hacking skills who refuses to work for monetary compensation. Instead, he accepts payment only in forms that appeal to a peculiar few like himself. Despite his unassuming attitude, the jobs he ends up taking are far from ordinary. When the nefarious King of America stirs up chaos online, Shirase finds himself constantly occupied, and each fresh mission introduces an ever more colorful cast of characters into his life.

Continuing their westward journey, priest Genjo Sanzo and his companions Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku aim to prevent the demon Gyoumao from being resurrected. As the Sanzo Ikkou's reputation precedes them, they battle demon assassins at every turn, yet must also contend with rising tensions within their own group to overcome a powerful enemy.

Kyuu is a typical boy with a talent for logic and reasoning. Hoping to become a detective, he learns about the Dan Detective School (DDS), a renowned institution where students are permitted to carry weapons. Alongside Megu, who possesses a photographic memory, martial arts expert Kinta, genius programmer Kazuma, and the enigmatic Ryuu, Kyuu investigates numerous meticulously planned crimes while always pursuing the truth.

Ayu Tateishi, a well-liked second-year middle school student, has never cared for fantasies or miracles. She is dedicated to maintaining her cool and composed image, hoping to attract the attention of her crush, Tetsushi Kaji. However, her peaceful life is disrupted by the arrival of Nina Sakura, a transfer student who is secretly a witch. Because Ayu is the only one aware that Nina uses a mini-computer to cast spells, she is compelled to assist Nina in her quest to locate the five Holy Stones, a requirement for Nina to marry the prince of the Magic Kingdom. Nina’s clumsy magic and tendency to interfere in Ayu’s personal life create constant difficulties, forcing Ayu to protect her reputation while Nina tries to conceal her true identity from Hiroki Tsujiai, Tetsushi’s close friend and manga enthusiast. As Nina’s search for the Holy Stones draws allies and rivals from the Magic Kingdom, Ayu is pulled into a magical reality she never imagined existed.

Around a century in the past, a bright and cheerful girl named Nadja grows up in an orphanage near London, England. She was left there as an infant, so she believes both her father and mother have passed away. However, just before turning thirteen, she learns that her mother may still be alive. Determined to find her, Nadja embarks on a journey across Europe, beginning her thrilling adventure.

While Satoshi pursues his dream of becoming the greatest, a wide range of others embark on their own adventures across the Pokémon world—researchers, professors, Gym Leaders, Team Rocket members, Trainers, and even Pokémon themselves. Some are already familiar, while others start as total strangers, but every one of them shares a passion for exploration—especially when it involves Pokémon!

Hatsuki, a high school student harboring intense romantic feelings for her sister Hatsumi, witnesses Hatsumi vanish in a flash of green light on her sixteenth birthday. Guided by a creature that looks like a plump baby chick, Hatsuki tracks her sister to the Great Library, a realm containing various worlds preserved within books. Finding Hatsumi absent, Hatsuki embarks on a journey across different books to find her beloved sister.

Set in the 22nd century, where space travel, planetary colonization, and anti-gravity basketball are ordinary parts of daily life. Earth has become impossible to live on, so people reside in colonies on neighboring planets. During a school field trip, a mishap sends the protagonist—a new transfer student named Luna—along with her pet robot and six classmates hurtling through a gravity storm. They crash land on a planet that appears deserted. With Luna taking charge, the group—including the robotic cat Chako, the independent Kaoru, the pampered rich boy Howard, the timid Sharla, the compliant Bell, the proud musician Menori, and the young genius Shingo—must struggle to survive. Yet is this world truly empty, or does something—or someone—lurk in the shadows, waiting?

According to an old legend, eating mermaid flesh grants immortality. Five hundred years ago, Yuta unknowingly consumed a piece of such flesh. For centuries, he wanders Japan, hoping to find a mermaid who might restore his humanity. When he finally discovers one, he learns that she and her companions have been raising a girl as food, intending to eat her and steal her youthful appearance to stay young themselves. Yuta kills the mermaids and rescues the girl, but she has already ingested some mermaid flesh. Though he had to destroy them, Yuta is not too disheartened. His once-lonely existence is over now that he has found a companion in Mana. And Mana, who spent her entire life confined to a small hut, finds joy in even the simplest things. Together, Yuta and Mana search for more mermaids, hoping to become normal humans once again.

Yume Kikuchi, a magical girl, travels to Tokyo to become an apprentice mage under the handsome professional mage Masami Oyamada. While in Tokyo, Yume studies magic, assists others, and gains many new experiences on her path to becoming a full-fledged mage. However, she soon discovers that magic alone is not sufficient to truly bring happiness to anyone.

At the Ministry of Science, passionate Professor Ochanomizu and his colleagues labor to reactivate Atom—the first robot equipped with a human heart. Atom is the creation of the enigmatic Professor Umatarou Tenma, who built the android to replace his deceased son Tobio. However, Tenma inexplicably shut down his invention and vanished, leaving Ochanomizu determined not to waste such a monumental scientific breakthrough. Though Atom has the appearance of a nine-year-old, he possesses not only extraordinary strength and intelligence but also a remarkable conscience and compassion that rival those of humans. Sadly, the mechanical boy soon faces rejection, learning that not everyone is as welcoming as Ochanomizu. Although automatons have been integrated into society, they are accepted only as tools and are even seen as a potential threat to humanity's dominance. Dreaming of a world where people and robots can coexist harmoniously, Atom dedicates his existence to protecting both groups and inspiring them to form genuine bonds.

The sisters Ai, Mai, and Mii, along with their android maid Mea and a slippery pet ferret named Unagi, journey through time and space while keeping their beloved mansion with them. Guided by clues from strange dandelion-like plants called Popotan, they seek someone who can answer their most personal questions, yet they still find time for side trips, meeting new friends, visiting hot springs, and occasionally running the X-mas shop kept inside their house. However, their ultimate destiny holds many surprises, and not every moment is cheerful—moving through time forces them to leave friends behind.

In 2167, a radiation wave from the nearby supernova of Hydrus Beta devastated Earth, killing millions. By 2356, humanity has united to rebuild and is preparing for the supernova's second destructive wave. To shield the planet, massive space colonies called Foundations have been constructed across the Solar System, serving as hubs of knowledge and exploration. At one such Foundation, Stellvia, Shima Katase enrolls as a preparatory student against her mother's wishes, eager to see space firsthand. There, she trains to become a pilot, aiming to be chosen for the Great Mission that will protect Earth from the next wave. As she struggles with her flight lessons and the complexities of social life, she gradually matures into someone capable of safeguarding humanity.

Five years ago, Goh Saruwatari, the pilot of Dannar, first encountered Anna Aoi while battling an alien force called the "Mimesis." Now, on their wedding day, the ceremony is disrupted when the Mimesis launch another attack. While Goh struggles against the alien threat, Anna discovers a top-secret robot named the "Neo-Okusaer" and deploys it as a last resort to save her fiancé. At that moment, Dannar and Neo-Okusaer combine to form the colossal robot "Godannar."

Teacher Sorata Muon carries on his family's centuries-old tradition of being the master thief Mouse, capable of stealing anything after properly notifying authorities of his intentions so they can be present yet fail to stop him. He is aided by three nubile female assistants who also use the teaching cover and, in typical Satoru Akahori fashion, favor tight, skimpy, or bondage outfits over their ample curves as they constantly pursue Sorata far more than he pursues them, though the girls do receive some attention from their master. Not only is Mouse chased by the girls and local law enforcement, but a secret art protection society also employs a former ally of Sorata's to go after his pretty little hide—all in 15-minute episodes.

Aikawa Kazuhiko previously served as captain of Tendoji High School's celebrated basketball squad. He relocates to a new area and enrolls at Mizuho High, where he joins the basketball team. But Mizuho's team is anything but celebrated—it has actually become inactive. Needless to say, Kazuhiko's determination, enthusiasm, and talent on the court motivate the other members of the dysfunctional team to regroup and resume practice. Their objective is to reach the national tournaments, where all young basketball players face their rivals in competition. The youth story of the five main characters—Fujiwara Takumi, Ishii Tsutomu, Dobashi Kenji, Miura Ranmaru, and Aikawa Kazuhiko—has only begun, alongside the revival of the Mizuho High School basketball team.

Narue appears to be a cute high school student, but she harbors a startling secret: she is actually an alien possessing abilities straight out of a science fiction comic book. The challenges of adolescence prove difficult enough on their own, but things get even more complicated when your origins lie beyond the stars. Follow this spirited protagonist as she navigates encounters with androids, deals with alien threats, and experiences her first romantic outing with her neighbor. This sci-fi comedy strikes a chord with heartfelt humor and charm.

Set in the year 2004, Binzume Yousei is a slice-of-life fairy tale centered on four fairies, each associated with a distinct color reflected in their magical bottle jars. These fairies are the extremely peppy Kururu, the reserved and feminine Chiriri, the samurai-loving tomboy Sarara, and the quiet yet quirky Hororo. Captivated by the human world, these fairies came from the fairy realm hoping to take part in yearly traditions and the general way humans live. However, their grasp of human society is quite limited. Fortunately, they are befriended and guided by two humans—"Sensei-san," a university student they live with, and a first-grade girl they call "Tama-chan," who is sometimes as innocent as the fairies themselves. Even though these bottle fairies come up with odd notions and occasionally struggle to grasp this unfamiliar world, they strive to make the most of the human experience in their own cute, small ways.

On the colonized planet of Mars, human children have been supplanted by robotic servants called dolls. Layla, a capable warrior haunted by a sorrowful history, roams the globe. She is joined by Nei, an enigmatic doll with unexplained connections to her, and Speedy, a doll breeder. Viewing the group as a danger to their society, the Martian founders repeatedly assault Layla and Nei, causing fragments of their obscure past and future to gradually surface.

Yuuichirou Hikari, Netto's father, achieves a scientific breakthrough with the invention of "synchro chips." When an operator and their NetNavi are in a special environment called a "dimensional area," they can merge in the real world using a process known as "cross fusion"! Yuuichirou's initial test subject, Misaki Gorou, tries the procedure but unfortunately fails. Netto volunteers to try with Rockman, but his father refuses permission. Cross fusion places immense strain on the operator's health, and engaging in real-world battles could be fatal.

The conflict originated in 1945 during the final stages of the Pacific War, when extraterrestrial beings descended upon the planet, compelling humanity to unite against an unprecedented danger. Now, more than half a century later, the war continues to rage with devastating casualties. The Japanese military must depend on the youth of Unit 5121, including Atsushi Hayami and his classmates, who fight fearlessly using HWT humanoid combat units and the powerful PBE bomb.

Kai possesses abilities that set him apart from others. Along with his ailing sister Hikaru, he is under the protection of the organization ASHURUM. Scouted by Eiji, Kai is assigned to ASHURUM's special force AESES and undergoes rigorous training. In his free time, Kai visits Hikaru at the organization's hospital, but her condition never shows improvement. Thus, one year later, having grown remarkably from the intense training, Kai decides to flee the organization.

Hitotose Chitose continues to live with his five teachers, who act as his mothers, when a mysterious girl moves in next door. This girl is Nagatsuki Kuron, and she wants Mu-chan to become her mother, sparking a new sibling rivalry over who will end up as Mu-chan's child.