2009 Anime

An alchemy experiment gone horribly wrong shatters the lives of brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric. Defying the fundamental alchemical law that forbids human transmutation, they try to revive their deceased mother. The attempt backfires catastrophically: Alphonse loses his entire body, while Edward sacrifices a leg and then an arm to anchor his brother's soul to a massive suit of armor. Their neighbor Pinako Rockbell and her granddaughter Winry take them in. Winry, a gifted engineer specializing in biomechanics, crafts prosthetic limbs for Edward using "automail"—a durable, versatile metal found in robots and battle armor. After years of intense training, the Elric brothers embark on a mission to recover their original bodies by finding the Philosopher's Stone, a legendary gem capable of bypassing the law of Equivalent Exchange. As Edward earns fame as an alchemist and the moniker "Fullmetal," their quest pulls them into a far-reaching conspiracy that could determine the fate of the world.

In the magical Kingdom of Fiore, Lucy Heartfilia dreams of becoming a member of the legendary Fairy Tail, one of the many guilds for wizards across the continent. Her wish comes true after a chance meeting with the "Salamander" Natsu Dragneel, who brings her into the guild. From the rivalry between Natsu and ice mage Gray Fullbuster to the intimidating presence of the unbeatable fighter Erza Scarlet, Fairy Tail's powerful wizards share a knack for causing trouble. Amidst their profitable odd jobs and missions to prevent the world's destruction lies an unbreakable bond of trust, stronger than family, connecting every member. Alongside Natsu, Gray, and Erza, Lucy joins the guild's most eccentric misfits. However, as they continually find themselves in the middle of danger, one name keeps appearing: Zeref, the dreaded dark magic master.

Koyomi Araragi, a third-year high school student, survives a vampire attack thanks to Meme Oshino, an odd man who lives in an abandoned building. Although he is restored to humanity, lingering side effects like superhuman healing and enhanced vision remain. With support from his friend and class president Tsubasa Hanekawa, Araragi tries to maintain a normal student life. When he catches fellow classmate Hitagi Senjougahara as she falls down a flight of stairs, Araragi realizes she is unnaturally weightless. Despite Senjougahara's reluctance, Araragi insists on helping her and turns to Oshino—the same man who once resolved his own crisis. Through a series of stories involving demons and gods, Bakemonogatari follows Araragi as he works to aid those suffering from supernatural afflictions.

A new school year always brings plenty of new experiences, and one of them is choosing a club to join. Unsure of which one to pick, Yui Hirasawa comes across the Light Music Club and applies, mistakenly thinking it involves playing simple instruments like castanets. Since she can't play any instrument, she decides to visit the club to apologize and withdraw. Meanwhile, the Light Music Club is at risk of being disbanded because they don't have enough members. This leads the current club members to try anything—offering food or letting her slack off during club time—to convince Yui to stay. Despite their efforts, Yui insists on leaving because she has no musical experience. As a last resort, they perform a piece for her, which ignites a passionate fire in Yui and finally persuades her to join the club. From then on, it's mostly just goofing around with occasional practice. The members of the Light Music Club are ready to make their time together a fun and memorable one!

Sawako Kuronuma is unfairly labeled as Sadako due to her resemblance to the horror icon from The Ring, leading classmates to fear her as malevolent despite her genuinely gentle and shy disposition. Desiring normal friendships, she is instinctively attracted to Shouta Kazehaya, the most popular boy in school, whose cheerful and sociable nature she deeply admires. After Kazehaya invites her to join a courage test, Sawako sees a chance to bond with peers like Ayane Yano and Chizuru Yoshida. As she navigates these new experiences, she feels that Kazehaya has improved her life, unaware that her own presence has similarly transformed him.

Academy City, a metropolis teeming with students, stands at the cutting edge of scientific progress and houses the esper development program. The seven "Level 5" espers reign as the most formidable individuals within the city, with middle schooler Mikoto Misaka, an electricity manipulator known as "The Railgun," holding the third position. As strange incidents start cropping up across the city, she discovers each crime is linked to the mysterious "Level Upper," a legendary device said to boost an esper's level. As the situation intensifies, it becomes clear that the Level Upper hides more than meets the eye, and that Academy City may be a far more twisted place than the glamorous utopia it appears to be. Toaru Kagaku no Railgun centers on Mikoto and her friends—and the perilous situations they stumble into—as they become entangled in the Level Upper affair. As Mikoto puts it, "There's never a dull moment in this city."

On November 22, 2010, Japan endured missile strikes in an incident labeled "Careless Monday," which fortunately caused no casualties. Society soon returned to its routine, leaving the event largely forgotten. Three months later, during her graduation trip to the United States, cheerful college student Saki Morimi encounters Akira Takizawa, who rescues her from a precarious situation. Takizawa appears eccentric; he is completely naked, suffers from amnesia, and believes he is a terrorist. Furthermore, he carries a peculiar cell phone containing 8.2 billion yen in digital currency. Although his behavior is highly suspicious, Saki forms a bond with the mysterious young man. Unaware of the truth, she is drawn into a thrilling death game centered on money, mobile devices, and the fate of the world. Higashi no Eden follows Saki as she attempts to decipher the secrets behind her rescuer, while Takizawa competes against other contenders equipped with similar phones, recovering memories that hint at his involvement in the earlier missile attacks.

Thanks to the energetic president Haruhi Suzumiya and the SOS Brigade, Kyon has recently found himself dragged into a series of adventures. Though he had long ago rejected the idea of the supernatural, being forced to join the club has introduced him to events that defy logical explanation. These escapades are shared with the timid Mikuru Asahina, the reserved Yuki Nagato, and the perpetually optimistic Itsuki Koizumi. Regardless of the setting, whether it is summer vacation or a school festival, activities organized by the club and Haruhi always take a bizarre turn.

Traveling merchant Kraft Lawrence continues his northward journey alongside the wolf goddess Holo, searching for her lost home of Yoitsu. Lawrence and his quick-witted partner make modest profits along the way, slowly gathering more clues about Holo's hometown. Yet the path to Yoitsu is rough, filled with obstacles—Lawrence encounters a charming young fellow merchant who sets his sights on the female wolf companion, making Lawrence wonder if Holo will stay with him; he and the goddess must also weigh risky business deals as Lawrence pursues his dream of owning a shop. Throughout the journey, as his resolve is tested at every turn, Lawrence must reconsider his relationship with Holo, take on new ventures, and ask himself whether it is time for him and Holo to part ways.

Tomoki Sakurai has been waking up in tears from dreams about an angel ever since he was a child. Worried about him, his childhood friend Sohara Mitsuki gets help from Eishirou Sugata, an eccentric sky enthusiast. Eishirou theorizes that the dreams are connected to the New World, a mysterious floating phenomenon that has scientists baffled. After forming the initial members of the New World Discovery Club, Eishirou organizes a meeting to watch the sky. But Tomoki's peaceful daily life is turned upside down when a strange girl falls from above and calls him her master. Heaven's Lost Property follows the everyday adventures of the New World Discovery Club as they gradually unravel the mysteries behind the Angeloids that have arrived on Earth.

For Oz Vessalius, the young heir to the Vessalius Duke House, the dangerous realm known as the Abyss is merely a bedtime story used to frighten disobedient children. But when the Baskerville Clan interrupts his coming-of-age ceremony and casts him into the Abyss, Oz understands that his comfortable, luxurious life has come to an end. He must now face the Abyss and its inhabitants, the monstrous Chains, which are far more real than he ever imagined. Based on the supernatural fantasy manga of the same name, Pandora Hearts follows fifteen-year-old Oz as he searches for the meaning behind the strange events that have upended his life. With the help of a mysterious Chain named Alice, nicknamed the "Bloodstained Black Rabbit," and members of a secret organization called Pandora, Oz begins to suspect that his existence holds a significance far greater than he could have ever dreamed.

Five years after the events of Dragon Ball, martial arts expert Gokuu has grown up and married Chi-Chi, with a four-year-old son named Gohan. During a reunion on Turtle Island with his old friends Master Roshi, Krillin, Bulma, and others, the celebration is interrupted when a humanoid alien named Raditz not only reveals the truth about Gokuu's past but also kidnaps Gohan. Faced with Raditz's power, which surpasses anything Gokuu has ever encountered, he is forced to join forces with his former enemy Piccolo to rescue his son. When Gokuu and Piccolo disclose the secret of the seven wish-granting Dragon Balls to Raditz, he warns them that more members of his race, the Saiyans, exist and will not hesitate to seize the Dragon Balls for themselves. This marks the beginning of Dragon Ball Kai, a saga where Gokuu, his friends, and his family constantly defend the galaxy against increasingly powerful threats. Bizarre, comical, heartwarming, and menacing characters come together in a series of battles that push Gokuu and his allies' powers and abilities beyond anything they have ever known.

On a night when meteors blaze across the heavens, Shion Pavlichenko awakens as a Contractor. While her twin brother undergoes this transformation, Suou continues living a normal life—attending middle school, spending time with friends, and navigating the awkwardness of adolescence. But everything changes when a masked man in black invades her home, shattering her ordinary existence. Suou discovers she possesses latent Contractor abilities of her own, and she is torn between family, friends, and her search for purpose as she steps into the brutal world of spies and killers that Contractors inhabit. Meanwhile, in Tokyo, an investigation begins into the sudden collapse of Hell's Gate, and ominous signs of doom point toward a silver-haired doll.

Every five years, the galaxy's most anticipated race, Redline, takes place, and the only rule is that there are no rules. The competition pushes racers to their absolute limits—a sensation that the fearless driver JP knows intimately. After just qualifying for Redline, he is eager to compete against other highly skilled drivers, especially the beautiful rising star and the only other human to qualify, Sonoshee McLaren. However, this year's Redline may be far more perilous than usual, as it has been announced to take place on the planet Roboworld, home to a trigger-happy military and criminals who aim to exploit the race for their own gain. Yet, the potential danger does not deter the racers; instead, it only heightens the excitement. Relying solely on his vehicle's speed, JP prepares for the upcoming event, determined to claim first place in the biggest race of his life.

In America, the mafia thrives, with assassinations occurring regularly on its streets. Most of these killings are orchestrated by Inferno, a shadowy organization that deploys its nearly unstoppable human weapon, known as "Phantom." One day, a Japanese tourist stumbles upon Phantom's latest hit. Desperate to flee, he takes refuge in an isolated building. But Phantom—revealed to be a young woman named Ein—and Inferno's leader, Scythe Master, capture the tourist and subject him to brainwashing. Renamed Zwei, this former tourist becomes a memory-less puppet of Inferno. Plunged into a realm of lies, betrayal, and brutality, Zwei must struggle to survive, hoping to one day recover his past and break free from a world where death is a constant threat.

Japanese Featherweight Champion Ippo Makunouchi has successfully defended and held onto his title. Meanwhile, his rival Ichirou Miyata has returned to Japan, setting his sights on the Oriental Pacific Boxing Federation's Featherweight belt. But when the international scene comes calling, will Japan's top boxers rise to meet the challenge and bring home glory at the highest level? Or will the small island nation be overwhelmed by the might of larger forces? This time, champions become challengers, sending a challenge out to the world and ready to display their fighting spirit!

Mirai Onozawa, a middle school student frustrated with her home life, blurts out a wish for everything to be torn apart. Moments later, that wish becomes terrifyingly real when an earthquake measuring magnitude 8.0 strikes. At the start of summer break, Mirai grudgingly accompanies her younger brother Yuuki to Odaiba, where a robot exhibition he's excited about is taking place. While they're inside the exhibition center, a massive earthquake rocks the Kanto region. Helpless, the two children witness the city being brought to its knees by the overwhelming force of the disaster. In the aftermath, they meet Mari Kusakabe, a motorcyclist and single mother, who offers to help the siblings. With the goal of making it back to their homes and reuniting with their families, the three of them set off on a long and arduous journey through the shattered city.

After thwarting Naraku once more, Inuyasha, Kagome Higurashi, and their companions must persist in hunting for the remaining shards of the Shikon Jewel to prevent them from merging into a corrupted whole under Naraku’s control. However, Naraku has his own designs to obtain the shards and will eliminate any obstacle, even his own subordinates. The relentless threat forces Sango and Miroku to choose between their relationship and their combat duties. Meanwhile, Inuyasha must determine whether his heart belongs to Kikyou or Kagome before fate intervenes. As the group races to collect the shards, Inuyasha and his brother Sesshoumaru must settle their long-standing feud and unite for a final showdown with Naraku, a victory essential to ending his cruelty forever.

For Natsuru, waking up as a gorgeous girl was supposed to be a dream come true, but things take a dark turn when a stuffed tiger reveals he is now a Kampfer, a mystical warrior forced to fight other Kampfers while in female form, turning his existence into a living hell. Beyond the obvious biological complications, his best childhood friend reveals she is attracted to his new female body, adding romantic confusion to the mix. The situation worsens as his school’s separate boys’ and girls’ sections force him to double enroll, sparking rumors that he is dating himself. Meanwhile, rival Kampfers at school threaten his life, though he cannot tell if their intentions are romantic or lethal. With opponents wielding swords and guns, and hormones running wild, this reluctant gender-bending fighter must fight to survive or perish.

Junpei Kousaka is a high school sophomore who suffers from an allergy to cats, which has led him to despise felines and anything associated with them. Unfortunately for him, he is constantly around cat enthusiasts: his family, his distant childhood friend, and even the girl he has a crush on, Kaede Mizuno. One day on his way home from school, Junpei casually tries to kick an empty can into a trash bin but fails badly. Instead of landing in the garbage, the can knocks the head off a statue of a cat deity. That very day, he is cursed with the ability to comprehend what cats say. However, he must conceal this curse from everyone, because anyone who learns of it will become more prone to accidents and share the same fate. With advice from his cat Nyamsus and having no other option, Junpei must now perform one hundred good deeds for cats in order to break the curse. If he fails to accomplish this task, he will transform into a cat, and given his allergy, that would mean certain death for him!

Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou continues the story of Takashi Natsume, a boy who has possessed the ability to see youkai since childhood, and his youkai bodyguard Madara, who goes by the nickname Nyanko-sensei. Natsume works to give back the names recorded in his "Book of Friends," a tome he inherited from his grandmother Reiko, to the youkai living in his village. Along the way, he encounters youkai who are kind, others who try to steal the Book, and those who wish him harm, all while Natsume gains deeper insight into himself and his connection with these mysterious beings.

Oosawa Maria works as a Japanese photographer in Shanghai, China. Alongside her partner Mino, she looks for potential stories worth reporting around the city. When unusual incidents break out at a local festival, Maria and Mino rush to investigate. They quickly find themselves caught in a clash between unknown masked figures and a strange woman with white hair. Just as Maria is about to be hit by the fighting, an old acquaintance named Canaan arrives and helps her get away. However, a hidden conspiracy involving a deadly virus soon unfolds, and Canaan realizes she must face her past if she hopes to stop the culprit and protect her friends.

When the sky turns crimson and the moon becomes black, monsters begin appearing on the streets, leaving Satsuki Kakeru unsure of what to do. Together with his closest friend Yuka, he attempts to figure out why they have been transported to this bizarre world, which seems completely deserted except for the two of them. Yet when the "Red Night" concludes, Kakeru and Yuka assume it was just a hallucination—until it repeats, placing them in a perilous scenario. They encounter four others facing the same ordeal: Kusakabe Misuzu, a skilled swordswoman; Tachibana Kukuri, a peculiar silent girl who bears a striking resemblance to Kakeru's deceased sister; Hirohara Yukiko, a spirited young woman whose demeanor shifts to that of a cold-blooded assassin when her glasses are taken off; and Tajima Takahisa, a youth capable of pyrokinesis. As the six unite to endure and uncover the nature of this enigmatic realm, matters worsen when six dark figures emerge before them...

After his parents die in a car crash, Teppei Arima is taken in by his grandfather and introduced to a world of wealth and privilege. Compared to his modest past, Isshin Arima's extravagant lifestyle shocks the young teen. In exchange for this generosity, Teppei must eventually take over as head of the Arima Financial Combine, and to prepare, he enrolls in a prestigious high school. Along with his new fame and fortune, Teppei learns of an arranged marriage to the equally wealthy Sylvia van Hossen, kicking off the thrilling adventures of his new life!

Seven years have passed since the Spiral King's defeat and the liberation of Earth, granting humanity a life of luxury, peace, and prosperity. Yet this comfortable existence leaves them vulnerable when a new, menacing enemy emerges, spurred by the swelling human population. That threat is the Anti-Spiral—a foe of unimaginable strength. As the Spiral King's dire warning about the ruin of "The Spiral's World" begins to manifest, everything is set. Team Dai-Gurren stands ready. Driven by his late brother's dream of a brighter future for humankind, Simon, together with Nia Teppelin and the rest of the team, resolves to defeat the mighty Anti-Spiral and restore the hope that humanity has lost.

The third entry in 07th Expansion's popular When They Cry series, Umineko no Naku Koro ni is set on Rokkenjima, the private island of the immensely wealthy Ushiromiya family. As has been tradition for years, the whole family gathers there for a meeting to discuss each member's current financial standing. With the family head's health declining, this year's conference also covers the topic of his inheritance and how it will be divided. The family does not realize, however, that the distribution of the old man's fortune is far from Ushiromiya Kinzou's main concern for this gathering. After his longtime friend and doctor warns him that his end is near, Kinzou becomes desperate to see the true love of his life one more time: the Golden Witch, Beatrice. Having devoted much of his later years to studying black magic, Kinzou sets in motion a ritual to resurrect his beloved as soon as his family arrives on Rokkenjima. Not long after, a powerful typhoon maroons everyone on the island, and a series of inexplicable murders begin. The eighteen people trapped there must fight for their lives in a deadly conflict between fantasy and reality.

1. Ningen Shikkaku 2. Sakura no Mori no Mankai no Shita 3. Kokoro 4. Hashire, Melos! 5. Kumo no Ito 6. Jigokuhen

In a world devastated by monstrous creatures known as Limbeekoon or Filth Monsters, humanity survives within enormous mobile cities called Regios, where they wield special weapons named Dite by channeling the energy known as Kei to protect themselves. Layfon Alseif arrives at the Academy City of Zuellni seeking a fresh start and to leave his troubled history behind. But his past draws the interest of Karian Loss, the manipulative Student Council President, and Nina Antalk, a Military Arts student who leads the 17th Military Arts Platoon. Nina quickly recognizes Layfon's skills and tries to recruit him into her group. However, burdened by a secret past that refuses to fade and possessing extraordinary powers beyond the norm, Layfon may not easily accept the role thrust upon him.

The Barsburg Empire's Military Academy is famous for training elite soldiers who bring victory to the empire. Students at the academy freely use an ability called Zaiphon, and the type of Zaiphon they can wield depends on the soldier's nature. Teito Klein, a student at the academy, is one of the most promising soldiers produced. Though everyone mocks him for being a sklave with no memories of his past, he finds a friend in a fellow student named Mikage. While preparing for the final exam, Teito uncovers a dark secret tied to his past. After a failed attempt to assassinate Ayanami—a high-ranking official who killed his father—Teito is locked up awaiting punishment. Wanting only the best for Teito, Mikage helps him escape. Teito ends up at the 7th District Church, where the bishops take him in. There, Teito tries to evade the grasp of Ayanami and the military, hoping to recover his memories and learn why he is the one who can change the fate of the world.

February 1999 sees Shiki Ryougi and Mikiya Kokutou unsettled by a series of murders. These killings bear an unsettling likeness to a spate of homicides from 1995, the year Shiki and Mikiya first crossed paths, and they stir up a lethal, dormant craving within Shiki's spirit that has lingered since that time. As suspicion falls on Shiki because of her connection to the earlier deaths and her alleged similarity to the murderer, she and Mikiya launch their own hunt for the real culprit. While they investigate separately, Mikiya becomes more anxious about Shiki's safety and rushes to track down the killer, hoping to shield Shiki from her own inner urges. Following a clue from his cousin, police detective Daisuke Akimi, Mikiya descends into the shadowy depths of Mifune City, where the redemption of Shiki's soul hinges on his resolve to clear her name once and for all.

Yoichi Karasuma has spent his entire life in the mountains, honing the Soaring Wind, Divine Wind swordsmanship style. Under his father's tutelage, he masters the technique by the age of 17. With nothing more to learn, Yoichi is sent to a new dojo in the city to continue his training and gain familiarity with modern society. However, Yoichi has no clue how to behave or converse with people in the present day, acting like a samurai with peculiar speech and traditional attire. When he moves in with the Ikaruga sisters at the dojo, Yoichi, oblivious to social norms, is constantly thrown into hilarious misunderstandings. Asu no Yoichi! follows Yoichi as he stumbles through his new life, striving to adapt to the modern world alongside his new family.

As the vice president of the student council, Ken Sugisaki spends his days eating snacks, playing games, and bonding with a harem of beautiful girls—or so he imagines. At Hekiyou Academy, student council officers are usually elected by popular vote, but an extra seat goes to the student with the highest exam scores. Ken, who previously had below-average grades, studied hard to earn that spot, his ultimate aim being to surround himself with girls who dote on him. Unfortunately for the vice president, reality doesn't match his fantasy. The council's female members continually reject his advances and prefer focusing on what he considers "boring" tasks like organizing school events and supervising other clubs. Still, minor obstacles like these won't deter Ken from chasing his dreams, no matter how absurd they appear.

Forty-four years after the Valbanil War, the surviving nations agreed to peace and outlawed the deadly demon contracts that once devastated the land. Now, young knight Cecily Cambell strives to live up to her family's legacy and protect the city's people with the sword inherited from her father. Her first test comes in the marketplace, where a mad swordsman attacks civilians. Cecily leaps in to intervene, but her weapon shatters under the strain. A mysterious stranger wielding an unusual blade steps in to subdue the attacker. Once order is restored, Cecily visits a local blacksmith hoping to repair her family heirloom. There she discovers that her rescuer—the blacksmith Luke Ainsworth—may be the only one skilled enough for such delicate work. Determined to restore her treasured sword, she seeks out the man who saved her. Soon, a band of brigands attacks a convoy approaching the city. The assailants appear inhuman, and an ice demon emerges. Suspecting the use of a forbidden demon contract, Luke calls upon a sacred power to defeat them. Meanwhile, a shadowy figure in a hood watches from afar. Who is this mysterious villain, and what does his presence mean for Cecily and Luke?

Kanako Miyamae transfers to Ame no Kisaki Catholic school hoping to find true love, following the example of her parents who met there. However, because Kanako breaks out in hives around men, she enrolls in this all-girls institution specifically to pursue a same-sex partner. When she encounters the stunning Mariya Shidou, Kanako thinks she has found her ideal match—but there is a catch. Mariya is actually a cross-dressing boy. He threatens to reveal Kanako's impure motives unless she keeps his true gender hidden, and to make matters worse, he takes the place of her original roommate so he can keep a constant watch over her. Maria†Holic follows Kanako as she searches for love in all the wrong places, trying to find the girl of her dreams—if she can manage to survive sharing a room with Mariya.

Kobato Hanato is a kind and genuine girl who has a wish to reach a certain place no matter what. To achieve this, she is assigned to assist people when they are in need. For every heart she heals, a small candy-like bead appears and goes into a special container. When the container is full, her wish will come true. While doing her job alongside her plush toy partner, Ioryogi, Kobato meets many individuals struggling with different issues. From a kid dealing with his parents to a high school girl troubled by love, and many others in between, Kobato's naturally warm smile and outgoing character are prepared to make their day better.

During the Sengoku period, Japan is fractured and drenched in conflict as various warlords vie for supremacy. Among them, Nobunaga Oda, known as the "Demon King of Owari," has risen to become the most powerful ruler, crushing both allies and enemies alike in his quest to impose a despotic central government. Defying Oda's tyranny are two formidable warriors: Masamune Date, the "One-eyed Dragon of Oshu," and Yukimura Sanada, a hot-blooded yet distinguished fighter from the Takeda clan. Although both share the aim of stopping Oda from conquering the land, they cannot see eye to eye. Equally matched in battle, their mutual respect fuels a bitter rivalry that prevents any alliance against the Demon King of Owari. As Oda's armies close in on their domains, Masamune and Yukimura must reluctantly set aside their differences and unite to face the common threat.

At the start of World War III, no one could have foreseen its impact on Japan. Though the war officially ended fifty years earlier in 2150, its conflicts still linger. Across the nation, vast, enigmatic zones called "Blackspots" emerged, littered with the contaminated remains of cities and rural areas. Those trapped inside were quarantined to prevent the spread of contamination, and their abilities began to transform—whether they became shapeshifters, pyromancers, or wielders of gravity itself—they all came to be known as the Needless. Adam Blade is one such Needless, endowed with extraordinary regenerative powers and immense strength. To bring peace to a devastated Japan, he and his allies must unite to fight against a sinister research organization named Simeon.

In its westward expansion for resources, the Europan Imperial Alliance invades the neutral Principality of Gallia, aiming to seize its vast Ragnite deposits. With superior strategy, technology, and military strength, they face no real opposition and easily overwhelm the sleepy principality's border. As Imperial forces sweep through his quiet hometown, Welkin Gunther and his younger sister Isara spring into action, joining the local militia leader to push the occupying troops out of their village. Retreating quickly to the Gallian capital, they are formed into a unit with the remaining militia members, tasked with helping repel the Imperial presence from the country. Though unfamiliar with warfare, the newly established Squad Seven must fight to prevent their nation's annexation. Yet as the conflict rages through Gallia's streets, ancient secrets draw the team closer than they ever expected.

Kou Kitamura and Aoba Tsukishima are constantly bickering, even though their families are close friends and business partners. Kou is the only child of a sports shop owner, yet he has never been interested in playing baseball. However, he still possesses an impressive batting ability, which he has sharpened through frequent visits to the local batting center run by the Tsukishima family. In contrast, Aoba loves baseball and is a star player with exceptional pitching skill. Despite being seemingly complete opposites, the two share something deeply important—Wakaba Tsukishima, Aoba's older sister and Kou's destined sweetheart. Admired by both of them, Wakaba often becomes the trigger for their endless rivalry. But whether they will ever realize they have more in common than either would like to admit remains to be seen. The game of baseball may be exactly what they need to finally overcome their personal struggles.

Is it possible for a romance between an ordinary university student and an idol singer to endure? That is the central question explored in White Album. Touya Fujii is a typical college student with everyday concerns—chiefly juggling his coursework and the part-time job he uses to fund his education. He also worries about the time he gets to spend with Yuki Morikawa, or more accurately, the lack of it. As a rising idol singer, Yuki faces her own set of challenges. Though she has yet to reach the fame of seasoned veteran Rina Ogata, Yuki is gaining attention and landing television interviews. This might seem like a positive development, but not everyone is pleased with the media spotlight and Rina's interest in her. The idol world is surprisingly ruthless, and rival performers are keeping a close watch on Yuki. While it might appear thrilling to see your girlfriend on television, how does Touya truly feel about the situation? Between the difficulties stemming from Yuki's career and the various people Touya encounters at his university, their relationship may not endure.

Collecting unusual juice cans is one way to make new acquaintances, but Kakeru Daichi never expected that trying to drink one would introduce him to a fascinating girl. He names her Melon—after the can’s melon soda flavor—and quickly discovers she is an Akikan: a beautiful girl who is actually a special can created to battle other Akikans in a bizarre experiment comparing steel and aluminum containers. Getting caught up in this absurdly twisted research project gone wrong naturally complicates Kakeru’s life beyond belief. Since Melon’s steel body requires carbon dioxide to survive, he is stuck with her because of her heavy CO2 dependency. And when his wealthy, attractive childhood friend Najimi gets her own aluminum Akikan, the real trouble begins.

Gauche Suede commands great respect among the Letter Bees—a state-run organization tasked with delivering written messages to even the most isolated places. But the Amberground, the land Gauche must cross, is shrouded in eternal twilight and inhabited by monstrous creatures called Gaichuu. During one dangerous mission, Gauche encounters Lag Seeing, a distressed young boy who has been sent as a letter himself. Five years afterward, Lag also becomes a Letter Bee, motivated by his experience traveling with Gauche. As he works to follow in his hero's footsteps, Lag uncovers the strife and intricacy hidden within his world.

High school student Ibuki Keita has lived under a constant cloud of misfortune for as long as he can remember. Without any clear cause, everyone around him meets a tragic end. As a result, he has grown unwilling to form close bonds, even with his childhood friend Akane, leaving Keita alone in a life filled with hardship and shame. One evening while eating at his favorite ramen shop, Keita encounters a strange young girl named Kuro. Possessing abilities beyond those of an ordinary human, she identifies herself as a Mototsumitama. She explains the concept of "Terra," a life-energy force divided among three identical-looking individuals—a global phenomenon known as the "Doppeliner System." As a Mototsumitama, Kuro protects the "Coexistence Equilibrium," the entities that regulate the flow of Terra across the world. Keita dismisses her story until he finds himself caught in the crossfire of this hidden realm. On the brink of death, he enters into a contract with Kuro, unaware of its true significance. Now bound to her side at all times, Keita wonders if his streak of misfortune could possibly get any worse.

Hayate Ayasaki's streak of bad luck keeps giving him the raw end of every deal. Having settled into his daily life at the Sanzenin mansion and Hakuou Academy, the butler continues to work tirelessly caring for his young mistress Nagi while tackling the school's demanding curriculum—all while striving to survive the endless stream of troubles that life relentlessly throws at him. The unwitting magnet for female attention still finds his existence far from peaceful, forced to handle not only Nagi's barely concealed affection for him, but also the ever-growing list of accidentally charmed girls—most notably, the exceptionally ordinary Ayumu Nishizawa, a friend from before he became a butler, and the diligent Hinagiku Katsura, Hakuou's student council president. As one struggles to win his love and the other desperately tries to suppress her own feelings, both girls are set to make the boy's life even more complicated than it already is.

Nozomu Itoshiki continues to serve as the peculiar teacher of the already unusual Class 2-F. He tries to instruct his students about the pessimistic facets of life and society, but each attempt backfires as reality contradicts his lessons. With even more students and acquaintances than previously, Zetsubo-sensei's situation grows increasingly difficult and chaotic.

In a realm where the queen is selected every few years solely through victory in a tournament, formidable opponents are never in short supply. For one female warrior, however, an early defeat makes it clear that she lacks experience despite her ample physical attributes. Fortunately, though losing could mean death, her life is spared by a powerful stranger. Yet for this rescuer, questionable intentions and cunning relatives result in a prison cell instead of a reward. Her release comes swiftly when the inexperienced warrior she saved, weary of her noble lifestyle, departs to prove her worth.

Ayumi Arihara is convinced that being loved is the secret to happiness, so her biggest wish is for a boy to confess his feelings to her. After a string of mishaps, that wish comes true—but in a horrifying twist: the towering, terrifying Misao Zaitsu declares his love for her in a letter. Overwhelmed and unsure how to respond, Ayumi faints in class. A classmate rescues her, carrying her princess-style to the nurse's office. This act makes Ayumi fall for the cute boy—only to discover he is Mamoru, Misao's younger brother. Trapped between her ideal of love and her true feelings, Ayumi has to choose what she really wants. Yet she is not the only one facing such dilemmas—all her friends are grappling with the trials of first love, and for teenagers, it is never as simple as it looks.

Shy, gentle Fumi Manjoume and her outspoken, caring friend Akira Okudaira were inseparable in elementary school—until Fumi’s family relocated. Years later, Fumi returns to her hometown after being admitted to Matsuoka Girls’ High School and finally reunites with Akira, who attends Fujigatani Girls’ Academy. But their bond no longer feels the same as it once did. Almost immediately after starting school, Fumi catches the eye of popular upperclassman Yasuko Sugimoto, who showers her with more attention than any other underclassman. Having relied on Akira for support countless times before, Fumi must now discover her own identity rather than living in someone else’s shadow. Meanwhile, Akira longs to restore their friendship to its former closeness. Can these two girls navigate the trials of adolescence before the challenges of growing up drive them apart?

Natsume Tomoharu is an ordinary high school student, except for one unusual detail: he is constantly accompanied by the ghost of his best friend, Misao. After moving into his brother's former home, Tomoharu expects to carry on with his normal routine. But one day, he is left with a mysterious locked briefcase and no instructions. Initially, he plans to store it away, but soon his house is raided by multiple groups all seeking the briefcase. Still unaware of its purpose, Tomoharu and Misao try to flee with it. From that point on, Tomoharu sets out to uncover the secrets behind the briefcase, its connection to Misao, and why it holds the power to alter the world.

A new generation of characters enters the enduring clash between good and evil. The hero Ginga and his faithful friends face a dangerous group called the Dark Nebula. Their only goal is to conquer the world and spread their wickedness, but to do so, they must first defeat Ginga—the one person strong enough to oppose them. As alliances shift, friends become enemies and enemies become allies. Everything revolves around Ginga as he fights to find the strength to protect his world and the honor of Beyblade.

The eccentric psychiatrist Dr. Ichirou Irabu practices at Irabu General Hospital, where he and his alluring nurse Mayumi handle a series of patients whose mental disorders disrupt their daily lives. Mayumi's captivating appearance and ultra-short pink nurse uniform demand caution, while the doctor himself manifests three separate personas: a child wearing an oversized lab coat, an intelligent young man with feminine mannerisms, and a selfish, outgoing green bear. Dr. Irabu treats his patients through dubious methods, often attempting to extract personal benefits beyond his professional duties—and in the process, sometimes loses sight of his medical role. As each patient grapples with the essence of their affliction, a clear yet unseen connection weaves their journeys together.

Haunted by her past, first-year high schooler Saki Miyanaga despises mahjong and tries to remain unnoticed whenever she plays. Her friend Kyoutarou Suga forces her to join the school’s mahjong club, where she encounters Nodoka Haramura, the reigning national middle school champion, and fellow member Yuuki Kataoka. During a match, Saki attempts to conceal her skills, but club president Hisa Takei detects her unique playstyle and tests her, revealing a level of talent that shatters Nodoka’s ego and creates immediate tension. After Saki officially joins the team and resolves the conflict with Nodoka, their friendship develops. As Saki rediscovers her love for the game, she and her clubmates set their sights on one objective: victory at the national championships.

In the land of Ryoza, the neighboring provinces of Shin-Ou and Tai-Kou have existed in peace. Queen Shinou rules over Ryoza, while her greatest general, Grand Duke Taikou, protects the kingdom using his army of powerful war-lizards known as the "Touda." Despite the long-standing alliance between the two regions, mounting tensions threaten to ignite a severe civil war. In Ake, a village within Tai-Kou tasked with raising the Grand Duke's army, lives a bright girl named Erin. She spends her days observing the work of her mother Soyon, the village's head Touda doctor. However, while under Soyon's care, a disastrous incident occurs involving the Grand Duke's strongest Touda, and the peace Erin and her mother enjoyed vanishes as Soyon is harshly punished. In a desperate attempt to rescue her mother, Erin falls into a river and is carried away toward Shin-Ou. Unable to return home, Erin must learn to start a new life among completely different people, all while seeking the truth about both beasts and humanity itself, as tensions between the two regions continue to escalate.

Ichigo Amano is a clumsy girl whose only real strength is her deep passion for eating cakes. When she crosses paths with Henri Lucas, a celebrated patissier, he discovers her remarkable tasting abilities—though she herself is unaware of them. Recognizing her potential, Henri offers her the chance to attend St. Marie Academy, a prestigious culinary school specializing in desserts. Despite being a complete beginner with little skill, Ichigo is placed into the highest group thanks to Henri's recommendation, alongside the "Sweets Princes." These princes, famous throughout the school for their magical treats, are Sennosuke Andou, an expert in traditional Japanese sweets; Satsuki Hanabusa, who has a knack for candied flowers; and Makoto Kashino, a gifted chocolatier. Ichigo and the Sweets Princes, each accompanied by their "Sweets Spirits"—fairies that help patissiers make their dreams come true—all work toward their goals in the competitive world of desserts.

The Holy Empire's growing strength brings neighboring territories increasingly under its dominion. This expansion eventually reaches the small island of Erin, where the Gael tribe resides. A priestess named Riannon is abducted to serve as a living sacrifice for the demon king Arawn, a fearsome entity said to have wrought massive devastation long ago. Riannon’s brother, First Warrior Arthur, manages to rescue her, but at that moment Arawn appears before them in the form of a handsome grey-haired man. Concealing his true nature and staying mysterious, Arawn offers his strength and guidance to the tribe’s struggle, joining Arthur, Riannon, and their lively group of allies—including a skilled swordsman, a nimble hunter, and a band of delighted pixies—as they resist the Empire and gradually unveil the hidden truths of their world.

A direct continuation of Shikabane Hime: Aka, this story picks up six months after Tagami Keisei was killed by the Shichisei (Seven Stars), an elite group of Shikabane who act on more than just lingering regrets. Fulfilling Keisei's dying wish, Kagami Ouri entered a temporary contract with Makina to prevent her from degenerating into a full Shikabane. Since then, Ouri has been training to become a proper monk so he can maintain his contract with Makina and help her fight the Shichisei—the ones who originally murdered Makina, wiped out the entire Hoshimura family, and now have taken Keisei as well. However, the treacherous monk Shishidou Akasha has allied himself with the Shichisei in a plot to destroy all Shikabane Hime and the entire monk organization that uses them—the Kougon Sect.

Murasame Sumika is well-known at her high school for excelling both academically and in sports. But she harbors a secret: she is in love with her classmate, Kazama Ushio. Ushio, for her part, has an interest in romantic relationships between girls, yet she remains unaware of Sumika's feelings and has consistently been rejected by other girls.

Jil's spirit is broken, and he remains haunted by unanswered questions, still struggling to make sense of everything. Then, a mysterious girl named Kai appears before him and says, "Take me to the top of the tower." With Kai's request wrapped in obscurity, Jil gets another opportunity to pursue his fate and climb the Tower. As his hopes and dreams seem to be slipping away, Jil must once again rise to meet the challenge in this unending adventure.

After defeating the Easter Corporation, Amu Hinamori and the other Guardians of Seiyo Academy resume their usual duties, dealing with any stray X Eggs they encounter. Since four of the five current members will be graduating this year, the future of the Guardians Council is uncertain. To keep the council going, the group decides to take on two "Guardian Apprentices," hoping they will eventually awaken their own Heart's Eggs. One of the new apprentices is Rikka Hiiragi, an energetic and cheerful girl who has the unique ability to communicate with X Eggs. Since the Guardians have never been able to talk to these Eggs before, they are fascinated by Rikka's talent. However, Rikka worries that if they discover the true nature of how she uses her ability, she will never be accepted as a full Guardian.

As the Baseball World Cup approaches, Gorou Honda is determined to represent his nation. Unfortunately, his name is absent from the already finalized roster. Undeterred, Gorou volunteers as a practice pitcher for the Japanese national squad, aiming to showcase his exceptional velocity and abilities to the manager. He is granted an opportunity to prove his value by delivering a strong performance in a practice game pitting the veteran Japanese team against the young players vying to take their places. The tournament will feature top talent from across the globe and serves as the setting for Gorou’s long-anticipated confrontation with his enduring rival, Joe Gibson.