2013 Anime

Centuries ago, humanity was driven nearly to extinction by colossal, humanoid monsters known as Titans, forcing the survivors to cower behind enormous concentric walls. The true horror of these giants lies in their consumption of human flesh, which seems motivated not by hunger but by pleasure. To ensure their survival, the remnants of humanity lived within these defensive barriers, enjoying a hundred years without a single Titan encounter. But that fragile peace is shattered when a Colossal Titan breaches the supposedly impregnable outer wall, reigniting the desperate fight for survival against the man-eating abominations. After suffering a devastating personal loss at the hands of the invading creatures, Eren Yeager dedicates his life to their eradication by joining the Survey Corps, an elite military unit that battles the merciless humanoids beyond the walls. Alongside his adopted sister Mikasa Ackerman and childhood friend Armin Arlert, Eren enters the brutal war against the Titans, racing to find a way to defeat them before the last walls fall.

After her father is killed, Ryuuko Matoi travels across the country seeking his murderer. Her only clue is the missing half of his creation, the Scissor Blade, which leads her to Honnouji Academy, an elite high school unlike any ordinary institution. The academy is controlled by the stern and merciless student council president Satsuki Kiryuuin and her formidable subordinates, the Elite Four. Within the school's cutthroat ranking system, Satsuki grants top-performing students special garments called "Goku Uniforms," which bestow unique superhuman abilities. Defeated soundly in a fight against a uniformed student, Ryuuko returns to her destroyed home and discovers Senketsu, a rare sentient "Kamui" (God Clothes). When Senketsu comes into contact with Ryuuko's blood, it awakens, attaching itself to her and granting her immense power. Armed with Senketsu and the Scissor Blade, Ryuuko confronts the Elite Four, determined to reach Satsuki and uncover the truth behind her father's murder once and for all.

Hailing from Ente Isla, the Demon Lord Satan commands vast demon armies to strike fear into mortals while conquering the land. However, his brutal quest to seize the continent is thwarted by the hero Emilia, forcing him to flee through a dimensional portal into the human world. Stranded in modern-day Tokyo alongside his loyal general Alsiel, the demon vows to return and complete his subjugation of Ente Isla, provided they can find a way back. Deprived of magic in a world where it does not exist, Satan assumes the human identity of Sadao Maou and takes a job at MgRonald's, a local fast-food restaurant, to survive. He soon discovers that conquering Ente Isla is no longer sufficient; instead, he becomes determined to climb the corporate ladder and establish himself as the ruler of Earth, one satisfied customer at a time. Through the eyes of this hapless demon lord, Hataraku Maou-sama! offers a hilarious perspective on the mundane realities of everyday life, whether dealing with part-time work, household chores, or simply managing to pay rent on time.

Hachiman Hikigaya is a disaffected high schooler with narcissistic and somewhat nihilistic outlooks. He is convinced that joyful youth is nothing but a sham, and that anyone who claims otherwise is only deceiving themselves. As an unusual punishment for composing an essay that mocks contemporary social dynamics, Hachiman's teacher compels him to become a member of the Volunteer Service Club—a group dedicated to assisting any student who asks for help in reaching their objectives. With the sole other club member being the stunningly cold Yukino Yukinoshita, Hachiman finds himself on the front lines of other people's problems, a situation he never imagined he would be in. As Hachiman and Yukino employ their intellect to resolve various students' issues, will Hachiman's cynical perspective on society prove to be an obstacle or a tool he can wield to his benefit?

Mirai Kuriyama is the last remaining member of a Spirit World warrior clan, possessing the unique ability to use her own blood as a weapon. Because of this, she is assigned to eliminate "youmu," creatures that are born from humanity's negative emotions. While lost in thought on the school rooftop one day, Mirai encounters Akihito Kanbara, a rare half-youmu who appears human. Startled, she stabs him with her blood blade, only to discover that he is immortal. From that moment, the two develop an unlikely friendship, with Mirai repeatedly trying to kill Akihito as a way to build her own shaky confidence as a Spirit World warrior. Eventually, Akihito persuades her to join the Literary Club, which includes two other formidable Spirit World warriors, Hiroomi and Mitsuki Nase. As the group grows closer, however, the youmu around them become more aggressive. Their lighthearted adventures soon escalate into a struggle for survival, as the release of the most powerful youmu, Beyond the Boundary, draws near.

In an instant, thirty thousand bewildered gamers from Japan are pulled out of their ordinary lives and thrust into the world of the popular MMORPG Elder Tale following its latest update—and they find themselves unable to log out. Among them is Shiroe, a socially awkward college student whose initial confusion and shock fade quickly as, being a veteran of the game, he promptly begins to test the boundaries of his new reality. Shiroe must adapt to life in this unfamiliar world, guiding others and bargaining with the NPC "natives" to bring order to the virtual city of Akihabara. He is accompanied by his unfortunate friend Naotsugu, who logged in for the first time in years only to become trapped, and Akatsuki, a petite yet fierce assassin who declares Shiroe her master. A story blending fantasy, adventure, and politics, Log Horizon examines the aspects of gaming through the perspective of a master tactician striving to make the most of a puzzling predicament.

After a tragic accident, Banri Tada loses all memories of his past and his hometown. After forming a friendship with Mitsuo Yanagisawa, he decides to move forward and start fresh at law school in Tokyo. Just as he's beginning to settle into college life, the stunning Kouko Kaga makes a dramatic entrance into Banri's world, and their unexpected encounter sets the stage for an unforgettable year. Getting a taste of college life, Banri realizes he's entered a new place and a new world—one where he can be reborn, make new friends, experience love, stumble, and grow. As he starts uncovering who he used to be, the path he's chosen leads him toward a brilliantly bright future he'll never want to leave behind.

Thirty years ago, a massive "spatial quake," a phenomenon involving space vibrations of unknown origin, devastated the Eurasian continent and claimed over 150 million lives. Since then, these quakes have continued to occur worldwide, though on a smaller scale. Shidou Itsuka is an ordinary high school student living with his younger sister, Kotori. When an impending spatial quake threatens Tengu City, he rushes to save her but gets caught in the eruption. At the quake's epicenter, he finds a mysterious girl who is identified as a "Spirit," a supernatural being whose appearance triggers such quakes. Soon, he is caught in a battle between the girl and the Anti-Spirit Team, a ruthless task force dedicated to eliminating Spirits. Yet there is a third group that believes in saving the Spirits: "Ratatoskr," which, surprisingly, is commanded by Shidou's little sister! After the clash, Kotori forcibly enlists Shidou and offers him an alternative approach to handling the danger Spirits pose—make them fall in love with him. Now, the world's fate depends on his dating skills as he sets out to charm the Spirits.

Makoto Naegi, an ordinary teenager with no special talents, is shocked to discover he has been admitted to Hope's Peak Private Academy, a prestigious school that brings together the most gifted students from every discipline. Even though he believes his acceptance was just luck, Naegi is excited to attend a place famous for guaranteeing success to its graduates. Filled with determination, he steps through the front doors of the elite institution. But after losing consciousness inside, Naegi wakes up in a classroom that looks abandoned. Unable to understand how he got there, he starts searching the building and is surprised to find his classmates gathered in the gym. As everyone tries to make sense of the situation, they are confronted by the principal—Monokuma, a robotic teddy bear. This mysterious creature explains that the students are trapped inside the school, and the only way to escape is to kill a fellow student without getting caught. Anxiety grips Naegi and his classmates as they realize they have only two options: take part in Monokuma's deadly game, or remain trapped together in the school forever.

Issei Hyoudou, the high school pervert and future Harem King, finds his adventures continuing in High School DxD New. While the Occult Research Club goes about its usual routine, it becomes clear that something is amiss with their Knight, Yuuto Kiba, who has lost his usual composure and alertness. Issei soon uncovers the dark and bloody history of Kiba, linking it to the enigmatic Holy Swords. Once the victim of a cruel experiment, Kiba now desires vengeance against those who harmed him. With the return of a familiar foe and the arrival of two new beauties wielding Holy Swords, Issei and his Devil allies are once again dragged into a sinister scheme.

Now that the Interhigh Championship has concluded, the Seirin basketball team redoubles their training efforts in a bid to secure a spot in the Winter Cup. Tetsuya Kuroko and Taiga Kagami find themselves confronted by former friends who have returned to their lives, presenting challenges both within and outside the gym. As new techniques are mastered and fresh alliances form, Seirin must navigate obstacles posed by rival schools like Yousen, Shuutoku, and Touou, which are recognized as giants in the high school basketball scene. These opponents are incredibly powerful and constantly evolving, while Kuroko grapples with the tension between his commitment to teamwork and his personal ambition to win. With past wounds reopening, fresh on-court battles, and the emergence of the "Uncrowned Kings" who aim to dethrone the rising stars, Seirin faces the ultimate test: can they finally overcome the Generation of Miracles and realize their dreams?

Following their triumph over Al-Thamen, Aladdin and his companions leave the nation of Sindria, marking the end of their shared journey as they prepare to part ways. Hakuryuu and Kougyoku are tasked with returning to their native land, the Kou Empire. Aladdin declares his intention to travel to Magnostadt, a strange realm governed by magicians, to probe the enigmatic occurrences there and refine his magical abilities. Inspired by his resolve, Alibaba and Morgiana also embark on their individual paths, seeking training and a return to their homeland, respectively. The story chronicles these friends as they navigate distinct adventures and personal trials. Yet, a looming great war signals the emergence of a new danger on the horizon.

Haruka Nanase has a deep love for water and a strong drive to swim. Back in elementary school, he teamed up with his three friends—Rin Matsuoka, Nagisa Hazuki, and Makoto Tachibana—to win a relay race. After that victory, the four went their separate ways. Years later, they reunite in high school, but Rin is not interested in rekindling their old bond. He attends a different school and only wants to prove he is a better swimmer than Haruka. Following a tense meeting, Haruka, Nagisa, and Makoto create the Iwatobi High School Swim Club, but they need one more member to enter the upcoming tournament. Nagisa recruits Rei Ryuugazaki, a former track athlete, to fill the spot. As the competition draws near, the four grow closer through intense training, aiming to win the event and settle the rivalry between Haruka and Rin once and for all.

Staz Charlie Blood, a powerful vampire who rules over the Eastern district of the Demon World, has a reputation as a ruthless killer. In reality, he is an otaku obsessed with Japanese culture and has no interest in drinking human blood. He leaves his responsibilities to his subordinates so he can relax and enjoy anime, manga, and video games. When Japanese high school student Fuyumi Yanagi accidentally wanders into the Demon World, Staz is ecstatic. But before he can act on any romantic feelings, an assault on his territory results in Fuyumi’s death. Now a wandering spirit, she inspires the disheartened Staz to swear he will resurrect her—a task that would grant him access to the human world, his greatest ambition. Together with Bell, a spatial magician, and Wolf, a half-werewolf, the group sets out to find the magic needed to bring humans back to life.

Oddities, apparitions, and deities keep appearing around Koyomi Araragi and his tight circle of companions: Tsubasa Hanekawa, the group's modest intellectual; Shinobu Oshino, the vampire with a fondness for doughnuts; athletic troublemaker Suruga Kanbaru; the bite-prone spirit Mayoi Hachikuji; Koyomi's sweet admirer Nadeko Sengoku; and Hitagi Senjougahara, Koyomi's eclectic girlfriend. A fresh term has started, and with graduation approaching, Koyomi must urgently decide his future path, the relationships he will nurture, and which friends he will rescue. However, as strange incidents begin to occur, Koyomi is missing, and in his absence, a vicious tiger oddity appears. Hanekawa becomes its target and quickly realizes she must defend herself.

After spending fifty simulated years and dating over a hundred virtual boys, Tomoko Kuroki believes she is completely ready to take her first year of high school by storm. In reality, she is far less prepared than she thinks. Tomoko is an awkward and introverted girl who cannot see how socially inept she truly is. With help from her best friend Yuu Naruse and her brother Tomoki, she attempts to manage the difficulties of high school life. Watashi ga Motenai no wa Dou Kangaetemo Omaera ga Warui! follows this socially clumsy and mostly friendless otaku as she tries to break through her personal limits and find a more fulfilling life.

Kojou Akatsuki's ordinary high school existence on Itogami Island's Demon District is turned upside down when an accidental encounter gives him the formidable abilities of a vampire. This new power rapidly attracts significant attention, identifying him as the Fourth Primogenitor—a legendary and fearsome vampire thought to be nothing more than a myth. Concerned by the potential devastation he could cause, the Lion King Organization dispatches Yukina Himeragi, a trainee sword-shaman, to monitor him closely and terminate him if he becomes hostile. Bound by obligation and circumstance, the two form a tentative alliance as Kojou struggles to master his newfound abilities, and together they strive to protect the city from an escalating series of chaotic dangers.

After spending a year in America, Kurisu Makise returns to Akihabara and meets up with Rintarou Okabe again. But their time together is interrupted when Okabe starts having repeated visions of other timelines, as the repercussions of his time travel begin to surface. These effects eventually lead to Okabe suddenly disappearing from existence, with only the shocked Kurisu remembering him. Facing despair, Kurisu must make a difficult decision that challenges her scientific principles and her devotion as a friend: either heed Okabe's warning to avoid time travel and prevent harm to the world lines, or disregard it to save the person she values most. Whichever path she chooses, her decision will impact the past, the present, and the future.

In ancient times, all humans lived beneath the sea. However, some chose the surface and permanently abandoned underwater life. As a result, they lost the divine protection called "Ena" that allowed them to breathe underwater. Over the years, the divide between the people of the sea and those of the surface widened, though some contact between them still remained. Nagi no Asu kara follows Hikari Sakishima and Manaka Mukaido, along with their childhood friends Chisaki Hiradaira and Kaname Isaki, who are forced to leave the sea and attend a school on the surface. There, the group also meets Tsumugu Kihara, a fellow student and fisherman who loves the sea. Hikari and his friends' lives are destined to change as they confront the deep-seated hatred and discrimination between the sea and surface peoples, the storms in their personal lives, and an approaching tempest that may spell doom for all who live on the surface.

Izayoi Sakamaki, Asuka Kudou, and You Kasukabe are gifted teenagers with psychic abilities who are deeply dissatisfied with their dull, ordinary existences. Their lives change dramatically when they each receive a peculiar invitation to Little Garden, a mysterious realm. Upon arriving, they meet Kurousagi, who informs them that they have been selected to compete in high-stakes games utilizing their unique powers. To participate, they must align themselves with a community. Discovering that Kurousagi’s group, No Names, has been stripped of its official standing and territory following a loss to a demon lord, the trio resolves to help restore their honor and protect the local inhabitants while enjoying the thrilling opportunities Little Garden provides.

After his parents’ betrayal shattered his family, Eita Kidou grew deeply cynical about romance. Vowing to steer clear of any emotional attachments, he focuses all his energy on studying in high school, aiming to become a doctor. But Masuzu Natsukawa—a gorgeous and popular girl—quickly notices his total indifference to love. Weary of constantly fending off unwanted advances, she proposes a deal: Eita should act as her boyfriend, since she shares his aversion to romance. He initially refuses, but Masuzu forces his hand by revealing she has his personal diary and threatens to leak its embarrassing contents online if he doesn’t comply. Suddenly entangled in a fake relationship with the most sought-after girl at school, Eita’s life is thrown into turmoil. He must now navigate the jealousy of his classmates, unexpected confessions, and all the complications that come with their phony romance.

The Neighbor's Club, founded to help lonely students make friends, remains a sanctuary for its unlucky members. Even after a major incident at summer's end, Yozora Mikazuki and the group return to their usual routine. But the arrival of a strange nun, student council members, and other newcomers adds fresh complications, making Kodaka Hasegawa's schedule more chaotic than ever. As the club takes part in typical high school activities—visiting amusement parks, playing games, and preparing for the school festival—the relationships among the members gradually evolve. This marks the start of a new chapter in their heartfelt yet awkward coming-of-age love comedy.

Fifteen years have passed since the war between humans and demons began. Impatient with the slow pace of the Demon Realm’s invasion, the Hero abandons his companions to race ahead to the Demon Queen’s castle. Upon arrival, he is stunned to discover that she is stunningly beautiful and actually seeks his collaboration. Confused by this unexpected turn, the Hero refuses to ally with his enemy, arguing that the demons’ continuous warfare is ravaging the Southern Nations. The Demon Queen refutes this claim, explaining that the conflict has instead strengthened human unity and created substantial wealth and prosperity, supporting her points with statistical evidence. She further reveals that ending the war would cut off aid shipments from the Central Nations to the Southern Nations, leading to mass starvation for hundreds of thousands. Despite this, she offers a plan to end the war and bring hope to both the Southern Nations and the broader world, on the condition that the Hero helps her implement it. Convinced by her logic, the Hero agrees to work with his former opponent. Promising to stand by her through every challenge, they travel together toward the human world.

Onmyoudou magic was once a potent technique employed by Japan during World War II to gain an edge and establish their nation as a formidable power. However, Japan was swiftly defeated after the renowned onmyouji Yakou Tsuchimikado triggered the "Great Spiritual Disaster," an event that continues to plague Tokyo to this day. In the aftermath of this catastrophe, the Onmyou Agency was founded to exorcise further spiritual disasters and fight the demons that emerge into the world. In the present, Onmyoudou has become far more modernized, streamlined, and refined for use in diverse fields such as medicine and technology. Yet, not everyone can wield this magic, as is the case with Harutora, a member of the Tsuchimikado branch family. Despite an old pledge to protect Natsume, the heir of the Tsuchimikado main family and Yakou's supposed reincarnation, as her familiar, Harutora lacks talent and opts to live an ordinary life instead. But when a high-ranking member of the Onmyou Agency attempts to recreate the same experiment that led to Japan's downfall, he decides to honor his word and fight alongside Natsume.

Youto Yokodera is a young man who, unlike most, wants to be seen as a pervert. However, his inappropriate actions are often misinterpreted as acts of kindness, so no one recognizes his true nature. After hearing about a stone cat statue that can remove unwanted traits, he visits it and wishes to get rid of his perverted tendencies. But every wish comes with a price: the discarded traits are passed on to someone else who desires them. Realizing that losing his dirty thoughts wasn't the solution, Youto decides to retrieve his lost traits by tracking down those who received them. Unfortunately, he wasn't the only one who made a wish to the statue, forcing him to fix not just his own life but also the lives of everyone affected by his wishes.

Otonokizaka High faces a serious problem: declining enrollment means the school will close once the current first-year students graduate. Second-year Honoka Kousaka won't accept that fate without resistance. Looking for a way to draw attention, she discovers the popular idol unit A-RISE and decides to start her own school idol group. Together with her close friends Umi Sonoda and Kotori Minami, she creates μ's (read "muse") to increase the school's visibility and appeal. But things are not that simple. Student council president Eri Ayase is strongly against having a school idol group and will try everything to stop it. Additionally, Honoka and her friends struggle to recruit more members. The Love Live, a national contest that picks the most beloved school idol groups, could give them the exposure they need. With the event approaching, Honoka must work fast and hard to assemble a group and win the Love Live to rescue Otonokizaka High.

The Usagiyama Shopping District is home to an eccentric but tightly bonded community of shop owners. Tamako Kitashirakawa, a sweet but somewhat clumsy teenage girl, comes from a family of mochi bakers who operate a modest shop named Tama-ya. One day, she encounters a talking bird who claims to be royalty from a far-off country. Introducing himself as Dera Mochimazzi, he announces he is searching for a bride for his kingdom's prince. Committed to his quest, Dera follows Tamako home but quickly becomes obsessed with mochi, growing painfully overweight and losing the ability to fly back to his homeland; as a result, he settles in with Tamako's family and becomes the district's cherished mascot. In the meantime, Tamako's friend Mochizou Ooji keeps his true feelings for her hidden. Their fathers are rival mochi makers in a heated competition, but could that be enough to cause a rift between Tamako and Mochizou? And what will become of Dera's mission to find the prince's destined bride?

Kirino Kousaka, a passionate otaku, has come back to Japan and is trying to resume her everyday life with her family and friends. But she keeps ignoring her older brother Kyousuke, even though he went out of his way to help her before. This coldness bothers Kyousuke, who worries that getting Kirino to quit track and field in America and come home might have hurt their relationship. Making things more complicated, Kyousuke has to figure out a mysterious message from Ruri "Kuroneko" Gokou, who is both his underclassman at school and a friend of Kirino's. As the bonds between the siblings and their group grow stronger, Kirino and Kyousuke have to deal with their changing relationships and face how they really feel. Even with all this personal conflict, Kirino still makes time to enjoy her otaku interests with her brother.

Hotaru Ichijou's life takes a dramatic turn when she leaves Tokyo to relocate with her family to the secluded Asahigaoka village. Her new school has only five pupils in total, including herself, all sharing one classroom regardless of their grade. There are no convenience stores nearby, and waiting for a bus can take as long as two hours. Despite these differences, Hotaru quickly becomes enchanted by the rural setting, thanks to her four distinctive classmates with whom she forms genuine friendships. The most striking among them is Renge Miyauchi, a first-grader who often shows surprising insight for her age. But equally fascinating are the three Koshigaya siblings: the quiet elder brother Suguru, the petite older sister Komari, and the mischievous youngest sister Natsumi. Having a newcomer from the city join their cheerful circle breathes new life into the quiet days of Asahigaoka. Hotaru not only brings firsthand knowledge of the enticing world beyond, but her fresh perspective ushers in a blossoming change to their everyday lives.

Kanade Amakusa's high school life should have been normal, but it is ruined by a strange curse. A self-proclaimed god has placed Absolute Choice on him, forcing him to pick from randomly generated mental options. These choices are always rude and vulgar, and they play out in public, putting Kanade under enormous pressure as he tries to fix his tarnished reputation. Even though he tries to avoid these incidents, the god manipulates things to get Kanade involved with several female classmates. His problems get worse when a reluctant choice on his way home makes a beautiful girl fall from the sky, signaling the start of even more chaotic and absurd situations.

The young girls of Mitakihara lead cheerful lives, occasionally battling evil but otherwise enjoying their calm, everyday routines. However, Homura Akemi senses that something is off with this unusually pleasant atmosphere—while the others remain unaware, she can't shake the feeling that there is more beneath the surface: someone who shouldn't exist is now present among them. Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica Movie 3: Hangyaku no Monogatari follows Homura as she struggles to reveal the painful truth behind the mysterious circumstances, selfishly and desperately fighting for the sake of her undying love in this despair-ridden conclusion to the story of five magical girls.

Second season of Infinite Stratos.

Mikoto Misaka and her friends return to investigate strange rumors circulating through Academy City. Before long, Mikoto uncovers a horrifying truth: deadly experiments are being conducted across the city, involving the systematic murder of thousands of espers. Even more shocking, these espers are not ordinary individuals—they are clones of Mikoto herself. Overcome with guilt over their plight, she resolves to stop the experiments. But the enemies she faces are far more formidable than she expected, pitting her against some of the most powerful espers imaginable. Toaru Kagaku no Railgun S follows the Railgun as she desperately battles to end the inhumane experiments she believes she inadvertently caused, plunging her life into deep despair. Academy City never lacks excitement, but not all of it is pleasant.

Shinichi Kanou is a shut-in who possesses exhaustive knowledge of anime, manga, and video games. When he applies for a job to break out of his reclusive lifestyle, he gets kidnapped and transported to the Eldant Empire, a fantasy world filled with elves, dragons, and dwarves. The Japanese government assigns him the role of an Otaku Missionary, charged with spreading otaku culture. With assistance from the half-elf maid Myucel and Princess Petralka, Shinichi must deal with political schemes, social hierarchies, and racial discrimination as he brings the ways of the otaku to this new realm.

Yui Komori is compelled by her father to take up residence in a secluded mansion, where she becomes trapped alongside the six vampire Sakamaki brothers: Shuu, Reiji, Ayato, Kanato, Laito, and Subaru. At first confused about why she has been brought there, the siblings soon disclose their genuine intentions, proclaiming her their new sacrificial bride while harboring deeper, more twisted cravings. As Yui struggles to comprehend her father’s motives and feels an odd ache in her chest, her imprisonment grows increasingly horrifying. Encircled by brothers who become steadily more cruel, she is drawn into an endless cycle of nights where each one asserts possession over her, driving her toward a state of overwhelming insanity and rapture.

After liberating numerous women from the runaway spirits that had taken over their hearts, the "God of Conquest" Keima Katsuragi faces a new challenge: locate the Jupiter Sisters, the goddesses who once sealed away Old Hell. Diana, the goddess dwelling within his childhood friend Tenri Ayukawa, reveals that these goddesses have taken refuge in the hearts of the girls he previously helped. If Diana and her sisters are reunited, their combined power can permanently seal the runaway spirits, freeing Keima from his exorcism duties. Though initially hesitant to take on another task, everything shifts when a tragedy strikes one of the hosts. Learning that a mysterious group called Vintage is targeting the goddesses, Keima finds himself in a race against time to bring the sisters together and save the girl who has already fallen victim. With stronger determination than ever, Keima teams up with the demons Elsie and Haqua to win back the hearts of the girls he had once charmed. Yet the path ahead proves difficult, as he soon faces the repercussions of his earlier conquests.

Haruka Kotoura has been seen as unsettling and monstrous by her peers since childhood, all because she can hear people’s thoughts. This same power led her parents to abandon her, leaving her to be raised only by her grandfather. As a result, she has become used to being mistreated by everyone around her, turning completely cold and withdrawn. But her situation changes when she transfers to a new school. Though most people still find her off-putting as before, she meets Yoshihisa Manabe, who is fascinated by her ability. Yoshihisa becomes Haruka’s friend, promising to always stay with her no matter what. Through these new relationships, Haruka starts to feel like she belongs, making new friends and slowly learning to open up to others.

Long after most of humanity abandoned Earth, the Galactic Alliance of Humanity was established to lead exploration and secure mankind's future. A grave danger emerges in the form of mysterious creatures known as Hideauze, sparking an interstellar conflict to save humanity from annihilation. Armed with his autonomous robot Chamber, 16-year-old lieutenant Ledo of the Galactic Alliance joins the fight against these monsters. During the battle, Ledo loses control and is flung across space, crash-landing on a flooded Earth. On this blue world, Gargantia—a massive fleet of salvage ships—discovers Chamber and hauls it from the sea, believing they have found something valuable. Misinterpreting their actions as hostile, Ledo sneaks aboard and takes a young messenger girl named Amy hostage, only to realize the people of Gargantia are not the threat he imagined. Stranded and unable to contact his comrades in space, Ledo struggles to adapt and find his place in this unfamiliar lifestyle. Yet his peaceful days will not last, for this ocean-covered planet hides deeper secrets.

The Walpurgis Royal Academy of Machinart was established alongside the creation of "Machinart," a form of machine magic that grants life and intelligence to mechanical dolls, known as "automatons." Its purpose is to train skilled puppeteers capable of controlling these automatons, as global militaries have started integrating Machinart into their forces. After failing the academy's entrance exams miserably, Raishin Akabane and his humanoid automaton Yaya must defeat one of the top one hundred students to earn the right to participate in the Evening Party, a battle for supremacy among puppeteers using their automatons. The last competitor standing receives the title of "Wiseman" and gains access to the powerful forbidden arts. To this end, Raishin challenges Charlotte Belew and her automaton Sigmund to a duel, but before the match begins, Sigmund is attacked by other students. After rescuing his opponents from their attackers, Raishin cancels the duel and is forced to find another way to enter the Party. Driven by the tragedies of his past, Raishin fights alongside Yaya to climb to the top and achieve the title of Wiseman.

Raul Chaser once dreamed of becoming a hero and defeating the Demon King, so he enrolled in the Hero Training Program to pursue that goal. But when peace returns to the world after the Demon King's defeat, the program gets suspended indefinitely, making it impossible for anyone to become a hero. Two years later, Raul grudgingly works at a small electronics store called Magic Shop Leon. The former hero-in-training is frustrated by the dullness of retail work, but everything shifts when a new employee arrives. At first, this person appears to be just a handsome boy, but "he" is actually a female demon named Fino Bloodstone. And she is no ordinary demon—Raul's new coworker is the daughter of the late Demon King. Tasked with training this eccentric recruit, Raul soon finds his life becoming far more lively than ever before.

Yuugo Hachiken is diligent, hardworking, and exhausted from constantly trying to meet expectations he can never fulfill. As a new school year begins, he enrolls in Ooezo Agricultural High School, a boarding school in rural Hokkaido, hoping to escape the pressure from his parents. Confident that he will excel at this institution, Hachiken is quickly humbled by his skilled classmates—students who have grown up on farms and know everything about food, vegetables, and even livestock physiology. Whether it is waking up at five in the morning for demanding chores or caring for farm animals, Hachiken is a complete novice when it comes to the harsh realities of agriculture. Gin no Saji follows the comedic journey of a young student trying to adapt to an entirely new environment, meeting a variety of unique individuals along the way. As he struggles to appreciate his surroundings, Hachiken hopes to discover his dreams and lead a fulfilling life on his own terms.

Upon passing out at her job, a young woman wakes up in the storage area of the cafe where she works, completely lacking any recollection of her past or the people surrounding her. She is assisted by two acquaintances, identified as Shin and Toma, who ensure she gets home safely. Once by herself, she encounters a ghostly boy called Orion, visible and audible only to her. He reveals that her memory loss resulted from his accidental entry into her reality and promises to aid her in recovering her identity. Nevertheless, restoring her missing memories without disturbing those close to her proves to be a complex challenge. Beyond the melancholic Shin and the vigilant Toma, she must navigate the potential suspicions of the charming Ikki, the sharp-minded Kent, and an enigmatic figure observing from afar. As her condition draws her into the personal lives of these men, her scattered recollections gradually reassemble, unveiling the hidden truths behind her situation.

Japanese Featherweight Champion Makunouchi Ippo has successfully defended his title once again, relying on his devastating special technique: the Dempsey Roll. But new challengers keep emerging, each one claiming to have figured out a way to counter the move that has crushed his previous opponents. Can Ippo rise to meet these challenges, or will the burden of his own pride defeat him before he learns the true meaning of being strong? At the same time, fellow Kamogawa Gym boxer Aoki Masaru is just one Frog Punch away from seizing his own championship, ready to face the Japanese Lightweight Champion. Hajime no Ippo: Rising follows Ippo's ongoing journey to grow stronger, reuniting viewers with the same lovable bunch of goofballs from Kamogawa Gym as they risk their bodies and pour their hearts into carving out a path in the unforgiving world of professional boxing. With an unyielding spirit, Ippo steps back into the ring once more.

Mage's Association members Rin Toosaka and Luviagelita "Luvia" Edelfelt are assigned to locate and retrieve seven Class Cards, medieval artifacts that contain the life essence of legendary Heroic Spirits. To assist in their mission, they receive the power of Ruby and Sapphire, two sentient Kaleidosticks that allow them to transform into magical girls and greatly enhance their abilities. However, the two mages are constantly at odds with each other, leading the Kaleidosticks to abandon them and seek new masters. They encounter two young schoolgirls—Illyasviel von Einzbern and Miyu—and quickly persuade them to form a contract. Armed with their new powers and responsibilities, Illya and Miyu set out to collect all the Class Cards.

Eijun Sawamura's final middle school baseball game ends in despair when a wild pitch that completely misses the batter costs his team the match. Frustrated by the loss, Eijun and his teammates promise to make it to the national tournament once they reach high school. But everything shifts when a scout unexpectedly arrives, offering him a spot at Tokyo's prestigious Seidou High School after recognizing the promise in his unorthodox pitching style. Encouraged by his teammates, Eijun accepts the invitation, determined to refine his abilities and compete at a far higher level of baseball. Yet, surrounded by a plethora of talented players, Eijun struggles to carve out a role on the team. He boldly proclaims that he will eventually become the team's ace—but he must contend with fellow first-year Satoru Furuya, whose blistering fastballs earn him a place in the starting lineup. With these gifted newcomers joining an already formidable roster, the Seidou baseball team sets its sights on becoming the best in Japan, taking on numerous powerful opponents who stand in their way.

Haruki Kitahara's light music club is teetering on the edge of collapse. If things continue this way, the third-year's aspiration to perform at the school festival will never come to pass. But as his weary fingers move through the chords of "White Album," the first song he ever played, a heavenly voice and a mysterious piano join in harmony with his solitary guitar. This pivotal performance marks the start of everything for Haruki. White Album 2 composes Haruki's last semester with intricate romance and thrilling music, as the curtains rise on the stage he has always longed for.

At a film premiere, Gintoki catches a movie pirate and examines the camera's footage, only to be thrown into a desolate, post-apocalyptic Edo where a deadly illness known as the "White Plague" has devastated humanity. The supposed pirate turns out to be an android time machine, sending Gintoki five years into the future. His Yorozuya partners, Shinpachi and Kagura, have split up and become hardened lone vigilantes, while Gintoki himself has been missing for years, vanishing after leaving a cryptic note in his journal. Donning a disguise from the android time machine, Gintoki clumsily reunites the Yorozuya crew to probe the White Plague, and soon realizes that the secret to rescuing the future lies in the shadows of his own past. Determined to face a powerful enemy, he makes a crucial realization—with a motley group of friends and allies beside him, he doesn't have to face the fight alone.

Deep in the countryside, a bamboo cutter named Okina spends his days slicing through hollow stalks in the forest. One day, he discovers a tiny baby nestled inside a glowing shoot. Convinced she is a princess sent from heaven as a divine blessing, he immediately brings her home. Okina and his wife Ouna take on the task of raising the infant as their own, watching over her as she rapidly grows into an energetic young girl. Named Kaguya, she fits right into the village she now calls home, going on adventures with the other children and savoring the joys of youth. However, when Okina finds a vast fortune of gold and treasure in the forest, Kaguya's life is completely transformed. Believing this to be another gift from heaven, he takes it upon himself to turn his daughter into a true princess using his newfound wealth, moving the family to a mansion in the capital. As she leaves her friends behind to enter an unwanted life of royalty, Kaguya's origins and true purpose gradually come to light.

Chihaya Ayase is determined to build up her high school's competitive karuta club, fueled by grand goals such as winning the national team championship at Omi Jingu and claiming the title of Queen, the top female karuta player in Japan—and by extension, the world. As their second year of high school begins, Chihaya and her clubmates must find new members, sharpen both their physical and mental abilities, and face tough rivals on their path to the championship. At the same time, Chihaya's childhood friend Arata Wataya, the prodigy who first sparked her passion for karuta, rekindles his own forgotten affection for the ancient card game.

Takao Kasuga is a high school student with a deep fascination for poetry, admiring Charles Baudelaire so much that he keeps the poet's portrait in his room. One ordinary day, Takao accidentally leaves his copy of The Flowers of Evil in the classroom. When he goes back to retrieve it, he impulsively steals the gym clothes of Nanako Saeki, a model student he considers his muse and a femme fatale. Overwhelmed by shame and aware that his act is seen as both a sin and a crime, Takao is horrified to discover that his classmate Sawa Nakamura, a social outcast, witnessed the theft. Sawa blackmails him, forcing Takao to participate in her disturbing fantasies under the threat of exposing his secret to everyone. Trapped in a downward spiral of increasingly traumatic experiences, Takao must find a way to break free from Sawa's grip and seek redemption for his wrongdoing.

Sakamichi Onoda is a cheerful otaku hoping to join the anime club at his new school and finally make some friends. However, he discovers the club has been disbanded, so he takes it upon himself to revive it by finding students willing to join. With little success, Onoda decides to make a weekly round trip to Akihabara on his old, bulky city bicycle—a 90-kilometer ride he has been doing since fourth grade. That is when he encounters fellow first-year student Shunsuke Imaizumi, a dedicated cyclist training on the school's steep hill. Impressed by Onoda's ability to climb the incline on such a bicycle, Imaizumi challenges him to a race, with the stipulation that if Onoda wins, Imaizumi will join the anime club. Thus begins the young boy's first step into the world of high school bicycle racing.

A year after Guts left them to pursue his own path, the Band of the Hawk has been reduced in number. Returning after hearing a rumor about their situation, Guts finds the Hawks—now commanded by his former ally Casca—fighting for their survival. Once hailed as the saviors of Midland, they are now hunted fugitives, desperately trying to free their leader Griffith, who was imprisoned for treason. But the man they rescue bears little resemblance to the Griffith they remember. Griffith is a shattered remnant of his former charismatic self after enduring a year of horrific torture. Unable to walk, speak, or even lift a sword, he clings only to the strange Crimson Behelit that refuses to leave him. The entire Band of the Hawk yearns to rise again, but the price of reclaiming their former glory may be steep. When Griffith's heart turns dark and a solar eclipse blots out the sky, the Behelit presents a choice that seals the Hawks in a blood-soaked fate that will haunt them forever.

For most people, civil servants are frustrating, insufficient, and irritating. But three new employees are about to learn what really happens behind the scenes. Lucy Yamagami seeks revenge on the civil servant who allowed her ridiculously long name to be written on her birth certificate; Yutaka Hasebe is a laid-back guy always looking for a chance to slack off; and Saya Miyoshi is a nervous first-time worker. They are about to experience the underwhelming satisfaction of being government employees. They are supposed to be trained by Taishi Ichimiya, but despite having worked there for eight years, he has no idea how to train them. With an incompetent senior colleague and unpleasant confrontations with clients, the trio begins to lose faith in their chosen occupation but encourages each other to do their best.

The world has been forsaken by God, plunging existence into a state where no one can truly die and no new life can be born, while the "dead" wander aimlessly among the living. Before turning away forever, God granted one final miracle by creating "gravekeepers"—mystical beings who can lay the dead to rest through proper burial. Ai, a cheerful yet naive young girl, carries on her late mother's role as her village's gravekeeper. One day, a man named Hampnie Hambart—claimed to be Ai's father—arrives and slaughters everyone in her village. With her home destroyed and no direction in life, Ai decides to join this mysterious man on his travels. As she journeys across the land, the young gravekeeper strives to fulfill her duty: bringing peace to the dead and helping the living, all while gradually uncovering the truth about the world God left in such a tragic state.

A young boy named Nai, searching for a dear friend, is captured by a beautiful woman whose appetite for human flesh is as striking as her appearance. Meanwhile, Gareki, a skilled thief, is robbing her lavish home. After creating a diversion, Gareki agrees to help Nai escape, but they are caught when the woman returns and transforms into a monstrous creature, forcing the boys to flee. While on the run, Nai and Gareki are discovered by "Circus," a government defense agency that handles crimes too severe for the police and protects civilians from "varuga"—terrifying monsters that feed on humans. Hoping it will lead Nai to his missing friend, the two decide to join Circus. As they embark on a perilous journey, they confront dangerous varuga and begin to unravel the secrets of a mysterious organization called Kafka.

At Fujisaki Girls Academy, student council president Natsuo Maki is admired by all the students for her elegance and perfection. One day, Riko Kurahashi visits the council room on an errand and catches Natsuo practicing kissing techniques on a pillow—a scene far from graceful. Riko learns that Natsuo secretly craves more romance in her life and has been rehearsing "romantic situations" in private. Feeling for her, Riko agrees to assist Natsuo with her love research. Dubbed "Love Lab," the project involves practicing the fundamentals of love and romance, like "accidentally" bumping into someone and holding hands. Soon, the entire student council joins in the fun of the Love Lab. Through their experiments and real-life encounters, what will they discover about romance? With a cast of humorous characters and comic situations, Love Lab weaves a story of friendship and romance, all while keeping the laughter constant.

Once upon a time, there lived a monk named Myoue who had the ability to bring anything he drew to life. He dwelled peacefully with his wife Koto—a black rabbit in human form—and their three children: Yakushimaru, Kurama, and Yase. Eventually, the region's high priest decided that Myoue's creations were causing too much trouble for the townspeople and ordered him to resolve the matter. In response, the family secretly escaped to a parallel world of Myoue's own making—the Looking Glass City. All remained calm until Myoue and Koto suddenly vanished. Their three children are left to manage the city, and Yakushimaru takes on his father's name and duties. Stranded in this alternate dimension, their problems only grow worse when a young girl—also named Koto—crashes down from the sky and declares that she, too, is searching for the older Myoue and Koto. Armed with a giant hammer and two unruly familiars, Koto just might be the one to free everyone from the eternal paper city.

Satoshi and Pikachu arrive in Lumiose City, a part of the famous Kalos region, as they continue their quest to capture more Pokémon and strive to become the very best. Meanwhile, genius inventor Citron and his younger sister Eureka are exploring the city when they encounter Satoshi, who promptly challenges them to a battle. Their plans are interrupted by a dangerous situation when Team Rocket, having followed Satoshi into Kalos, causes a Gaburias to go on a rampage through the streets. Far off in the quiet town of Vaniville, a young girl named Serena goes through her daily Sihorn riding practice under her mother's guidance, as her mother is a professional Sihorn racer. After finishing practice, she watches the events unfolding in Miare City on television and spots a boy she knew from her childhood. The sight of him, having left a deep impression on her, awakens a longing to see him again. So Serena sets off for Miare City, determined to find the boy from her past. Pokemon XY follows the group as they journey across Kalos, each pursuing their own goals—Satoshi taking on Pokémon gym challenges, Citron learning from Satoshi, and Serena searching for what her true dream might be. Along the way, they make new friends, encounter fresh rivals, and repeatedly foil Team Rocket's plots, all while gradually uncovering some of the secrets behind mega evolution.

Ema Hinata is a gentle young woman who has only her father as family. Her father then announces he will marry Miwa Asahina, a wealthy fashion designer. She is delighted by the new home and the large family she acquires: 13 step-brothers. To let her father have some privacy, she moves into Sunrise Residence, where her new brothers reside. Once settled, she discovers that instead of the loving sibling bond she hoped for, many of her brothers show romantic interest in her. Each brother seeks her affection in his unique manner. Can she find a way to make everyone happy, or will she give her heart to just one?

Nyaruko continues her pursuit of Mahiro, and Hasuta is still in the race as well. Kūko has her eyes on Nyaruko, but she's convinced that both Nyaruko and Mahiro owe their "first time" to her. Yoriko endures all this chaos with a cheerful attitude while managing the household they all share. Mahiro simply craves a bit of normalcy. He has no desire to be the plaything of a Nyarlathotepan, a Cthughan, or a shots-like Hasturan. Whether he can hold out remains uncertain.