2018 Anime

Humanity remains trapped behind the two surviving walls, still endangered by the Titans that steal their freedom. The fight to eliminate these monsters continues, but dangers come not only from the Titans outside the walls but also from the people inside them. Following his rescue from the Colossal Titan and Armored Titan, Eren Yaeger focuses on mastering his Titan shifting ability. Krista Lenz deals with the pain of losing a comrade, Captain Levi selects Eren along with his friends to be part of his new personal squad, and Commander Erwin Smith recovers from wounds he received. For a time, the soldiers seem to be doing well—until the government suddenly demands that Eren and Krista be handed over. The Survey Corps' recent victories have attracted unwanted notice, and a figure from Levi's past is dispatched to retrieve the two wanted individuals. Hunted by the authorities, Levi and his squad must avoid their enemies to protect Eren and Krista. Eren and his comrades fight not only for survival against the fearsome Titans but also against the menace of a far more cunning adversary: other humans.

Summer arrives at UA Academy, and the aspiring heroes-in-training dedicate themselves fully to becoming renowned champions of justice. They embark on a forest training camp supervised by UA's pro heroes, where the students battle one another and tackle perilous exercises, honing their skills and surpassing their own limits. But their school trip takes a sudden, violent turn when the League of Villains attacks the camp with the goal of kidnapping one of the students. Boku no Hero Academia 3rd Season centers on Izuku "Deku" Midoriya, a determined student striving to fulfill his ambition of becoming a hero like his idol, All Might. As one of the students caught in the turmoil of the villain assault, Deku must rise alongside his classmates and fight for their very survival.

Following the conclusion of the Great War after four years of strife, the divided continent of Telesis slowly begins to recover and flourish. Violet Evergarden, a young woman raised solely to destroy enemy forces, was caught in the violence. Severely injured in a final battle, she survived but retained only the parting words of her dearest commander, which she did not understand. After a disagreement with her new guardian family, Violet finds employment at CH Postal Services. There, she accidentally observes an Auto Memory Doll, a professional who transcribes people's thoughts and emotions into written words. Inspired by this profession, Violet becomes an Auto Memory Doll herself. This new career launches her on a journey that will alter the lives of her clients and potentially lead to her own self-discovery.

The rare and inexplicable Puberty Syndrome is often dismissed as a myth. It is an unusual condition that only affects teenagers, and its symptoms are so supernatural that hardly anyone acknowledges it as a real phenomenon. However, high school student Sakuta Azusagawa knows from personal experience that it is very real and is surprisingly common in his school. Mai Sakurajima is a third-year high school student who was famous as a child actress in her youth but recently put her promising career on hold for reasons unknown to the public. With an unapproachable demeanor, she is well-known throughout the school, yet no one dares to interact with her—until Sakuta sees her wandering the library in a bunny girl costume. Despite the outfit, nobody seems to notice her, and after confronting her, he realizes she is another victim of Puberty Syndrome. As Sakuta tries to help Mai with her situation, his actions bring him into contact with more girls affected by this elusive condition.

In a far-off future, humanity has been pushed to the edge of extinction by enormous creatures called Klaxosaurs, forcing the survivors to dwell inside massive fortified cities known as Plantations. Children raised in these cities are trained to pilot giant mechas called FranXX—the only weapons capable of fighting the Klaxosaurs—in male-female pairs. Created solely for the purpose of operating these machines, these children have no knowledge of the outside world and can only justify their existence by protecting their species. Hiro, a would-be FranXX pilot, has lost his drive and self-assurance after failing an aptitude test. Skipping his class's graduation ceremony, he goes to a forest lake, where he meets a mysterious girl with two horns protruding from her head. She introduces herself by her codename Zero Two, known to belong to a notorious FranXX pilot called the "Partner Killer." Before Hiro can process the meeting, the Plantation is suddenly attacked by a Klaxosaur. Zero Two engages the creature in her FranXX, but the mecha sustains heavy damage and crashes near Hiro. Finding her partner dead, Zero Two asks Hiro to pilot the mecha with her, and together they easily defeat the Klaxosaur. With a new partner at his side, Hiro has been given a chance to redeem his past failures—but at what price?

Satoru Mikami, a 37-year-old office worker, leads an ordinary life in Tokyo, satisfied with his routine despite never having had a girlfriend. During a casual chat with a coworker, he is suddenly stabbed by a random attacker on the street. As he loses consciousness, a strange voice speaks in his mind, reciting a series of commands that the dying man cannot understand. When Satoru wakes up, he finds himself reborn as a blob of slime in an unknown world. Along with this new form, he gains unique abilities—most importantly, the power to consume anything and copy its appearance and skills. He soon encounters the sealed Catastrophe-level monster known as the "Storm Dragon" Veldora, who has been trapped for 300 years after destroying a town. Feeling sympathy for the dragon, Satoru becomes friends with him and vows to help break the seal. In exchange, Veldora gives him the name Rimuru Tempest, granting him divine protection. Freed from the tedium of his former life, Rimuru sets off on a new journey with a clear purpose. As he adapts to his new body, his slimy adventures begin to affect the world around him, gradually shaping his fate.

Two years have elapsed since the CCG's assault on Anteiku. While the atmosphere in Tokyo has shifted considerably with the CCG's heightened presence, ghouls remain a persistent issue as they have grown more cautious, particularly the terrorist syndicate Aogiri Tree, which recognizes the CCG's escalating danger to their survival. The formation of a specialized unit called the Quinx Squad could give the CCG the advantage needed to eliminate Tokyo's unwanted inhabitants. These are humans who have undergone surgery to harness the unique abilities of ghouls, and they take part in missions to eradicate these perilous creatures. The squad's leader, Haise Sasaki, is a half-ghoul, half-human trained by the renowned special class investigator Kishou Arima. Yet there is more to this young man than appears, as buried memories claw at his mind, gradually recalling the person he once was.

Goblins are notorious for their savagery, cleverness, and swift breeding, yet their status as the weakest monsters causes their danger to be ignored. They raid rural settlements to abduct females of other species for reproduction, and these vile creatures continue their rampage unchecked as adventurers prioritize more lucrative quests with bigger rewards. On her first day as a Porcelain-ranked adventurer, the 15-year-old Priestess joins a group of eager, inexperienced rookies to investigate a goblin tribe responsible for the disappearance of several village women. Unprepared and untrained, the party quickly faces a deadly ambush inside a cave. With all her companions fallen, the terrified Priestess resigns herself to death—until the Goblin Slayer suddenly appears, effortlessly saving her and annihilating the entire goblin nest. A Silver-ranked adventurer, the Goblin Slayer allows her to accompany him as he handles all goblin-related requests for the Adventurer's Guild. Together with the Priestess, a High Elf, a Dwarf, and a Lizardman, the armored warrior will not rest until every last goblin in the frontier lands is wiped out for good.

The intense clash between Meliodas, leader of the Seven Deadly Sins, and the Great Holy Knight Hendrickson leaves a trail of ruin. With the fragments needed to revive the Demon Clan in hand, Hendrickson shatters the seal, releasing the Commandments—powerful warriors who answer directly to the Demon King. Through an enigmatic link, Meliodas immediately recognizes them; likewise, the Ten Commandments also become aware of his presence. As the demons leave devastation in their wake, the Seven Deadly Sins must find a way to stop them before the Demon Clan drowns Britannia in blood and terror.

In the coastal city of Naples, corruption thrives—police openly collude with criminals, drugs spread widely among the youth, and the mafia rules the streets with absolute control. Yet, a series of fateful meetings are about to unfold. Enter Giorno Giovanna, a 15-year-old boy with a peculiar link to the Joestar family, who supports himself through odd jobs and pickpocketing. He also possesses a mysterious Stand ability to bestow and generate life—sprouting plants from the earth and transforming lifeless objects into living creatures, an ability he calls "Gold Experience." Drawn to the power of local gangsters, Giorno has aspired to climb their ranks and become a "Gang-Star," a goal made possible when he meets Bruno Bucciarati, a member of the Passione gang who holds his own sense of justice. JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken: Ougon no Kaze follows Giorno's journey after he joins Bruno's team while operating under Passione, fending off rival gangsters and secretly scheming to overthrow their enigmatic boss.

The Soul Translator is a cutting-edge full-dive interface that interacts directly with a user's Fluctlight—the technological counterpart of a human soul—marking a fundamental departure from conventional brain-signal methods. The private institute Rath seeks to perfect this technology with the help of Sword Art Online survivor Kazuto Kirigaya, who works there part-time to test the system's capabilities within the Underworld, a fantasy realm generated by the Soul Translator. Under a confidentiality agreement, any memories formed in the virtual world are erased upon returning to reality, leaving Kazuto with only a vague recollection of a single name—Alice—which stirs a feeling of unease when mentioned in the real world. One evening, while escorting Asuna Yuuki home, Kazuto encounters a familiar enemy. He is gravely wounded in the ensuing struggle and loses consciousness. Upon awakening, he finds himself fully immersed in the Underworld with no apparent way out. He embarks on a journey, searching for a means to return to the physical world once more.

Ainz Ooal Gown, the undead sorcerer once known as Momonga, has come to terms with his existence in this unfamiliar world. Though it resembles his beloved virtual reality game Yggdrasil, many secrets remain for him to unravel by leveraging his authority as master of the Great Tomb of Nazarick. However, following the catastrophic mental manipulation of one of his servants, Ainz has grown cautious about the looming threats posed by the Slane Theocracy and the potential presence of other former Yggdrasil players. Meanwhile, Albedo, Demiurge, and the rest of Ainz's devoted guardians begin their preparations for Nazarick's next major endeavor: its first war. Overlord II resumes directly after its predecessor, carrying on the tale of Ainz Ooal Gown, his diverse assembly of human-detesting guardians, and the numerous unfortunate humans impacted by the Overlord's emergence.

The aloof protagonist is a bookworm who remains deeply detached from the world around him. He has no interest in others and is firmly convinced that no one has any interest in him either. His story begins when he stumbles upon a handwritten book titled *Living with Dying*. He soon identifies it as a secret diary belonging to his popular, bubbly classmate Sakura Yamauchi. She then confides in him about the pancreatic disease she is suffering from and that her remaining time is limited. Only her family knows about her terminal illness; not even her best friends are aware. Despite this revelation, he shows zero sympathy for her plight, but caught in the waves of Sakura's persistent buoyancy, he eventually agrees to accompany her for her remaining days. As the pair of polar opposites interact, their connection strengthens, interweaving through the choices they make with each passing day. Her apparent nonchalance and unpredictability disrupt the protagonist's impassive flow of life, gradually opening his heart as he discovers and embraces the true meaning of living.

After oversleeping through all four alarms, the energetic Narumi Momose hurries to her new job on her first day, determined to keep her coworkers from discovering her hidden passion for anime and manga as an otaku and fujoshi. Her plan immediately falls apart when she encounters Hirotaka Nifuji, a former middle school classmate. Although she attempts to maintain her secret by suggesting they grab drinks after work, her cover is blown when he casually inquires if she'll attend the upcoming Summer Comiket. Fortunately, the only ones who overhear—Hanako Koyanagi and Tarou Kabakura—are fellow otaku. That evening, the two catch up over drinks. After Narumi laments that her previous boyfriend dumped her for being a fujoshi, Hirotaka proposes she try dating another otaku—namely, himself. He vows to always support her, be there for her, and help her farm for rare drops in Monster Hunter. Overwhelmed by the offer, Narumi agrees, and the two otaku embark on their adorably awkward romance.

After the devastating attack on the Re-Estize capital, the Guardians of the Great Tomb of Nazarick return to their master, Ainz Ooal Gown. Having spent months preparing, they are now poised to execute their plans for world domination. While Ainz’s military power grows, the rest of the world continues its course. Carne Village, which Ainz previously rescued, thrives despite the dangers surrounding it. Meanwhile, in the northeastern Baharuth Empire, the Bloody Emperor targets the expanding influence of Nazarick. Nations rise and heroes fall as blood is spilled. Is there anyone or anything capable of challenging the supreme authority of Ainz Ooal Gown?

Following the Tsukiyama Family Extermination Operation, the Commission of Counter Ghouls (CCG) has become significantly stronger and continues its mission to wipe out all ghouls in Japan. Having left the Quinx Squad, the now apparently emotionless Haise Sasaki takes on increasingly difficult assignments from the CCG without concern for their danger. Despite his blank expression, Ken Kaneki's memories are slowly resurfacing within Haise, causing him inner turmoil. At the same time, his newly cold demeanor affects those around him. The Quinx Squad is left in disarray, struggling to cope with the loss of one of their members while lacking their former mentor's support. Amid this chaos, both the Quinx Squad and Haise must continue carrying out their duties for the CCG, whether they want to or not. However, Haise has become aware of a mysterious group operating behind the CCG, and the Quinx Squad has also caught wind of certain whispers about corruption.

Orphaned and taken in by the notorious mafia don Dino Golzine, seventeen-year-old Aslan Jade Callenreese, better known as Ash Lynx, now leads his own criminal organization. Driven by the cryptic final words of his deceased brother Griffin, who repeated "Banana Fish" after returning from the Iraq War, Ash delves into a dangerous investigation. His search is abruptly interrupted when Dino’s enforcers raid his secret hideout at an underground bar. There, Ash’s friend Skip has just introduced him to Shunichi Ibe and his assistant Eiji Okumura, Japanese photojournalists documenting street gangs. Amidst the chaos of the attack, Shorter Wong alerts Ash to the danger, but Dino’s men manage to abduct Skip and Eiji. Forced into action, Ash must navigate his violent past with the mafia to rescue the kidnapped photographers and uncover the truth behind the elusive Banana Fish.

Rintarou Okabe, the eccentric self-proclaimed mad scientist, has been reduced to a hollow shell following the trauma of failing to save Makise Kurisu. Overcome by depression, he abandons his scientist persona to live as an ordinary college student, attempting to bury the horrors of his time travel experiences while surrounded by friends who remain unaware of his past. While working as a receptionist at a technology forum, Okabe encounters Maho Hiyajo, a spirited young woman who later serves as the interpreter for a presentation by Professor Alexis Leskinen. During the event, Alexis and Maho unveil Amadeus, a groundbreaking AI capable of simulating a person’s memories, personality, and quirks with perfect fidelity. After the presentation, Okabe discovers that Maho and Alexis were Kurisu’s university colleagues and have created a digital simulation of her. Tasked by Alexis with researching the AI’s behavior, Okabe gains the opportunity to interact with the digital echo of his lost friend. Caught in a dangerous entanglement with the past, he must confront harsh realities and navigate the perilous consequences of altering the natural flow of time.

For his freshman year at a university in the coastal town of Izu, Iori Kitahara moves in above Grand Blue, a scuba diving shop owned by his uncle. Although he arrives with aspirations of an ideal college life, his plans are quickly derailed by the uninhibited drinking habits of the Diving Club members who gather at the shop. After being coerced by upperclassmen Shinji Tokita and Ryuujirou Kotobuki into participating in their chaotic parties, Iori is discovered by his cousin, Chisa Kotegawa, who reacts with complete disgust. Adapted from the hit manga by Kenji Inoue and Kimitake Yoshioka, this series chronicles Iori’s hilarious escapades with his oddball friends as he attempts to achieve his college dreams while simultaneously learning the art of scuba diving.

In the MMORPG Cross Reverie, the Demon King Diablo stands unmatched in power. With the game's most coveted items and a maxed-out player level, he crushes any challenger with ease. Yet behind the screen, Diablo is Takuma Sakamoto—a socially awkward recluse whose only passion is his gaming life, even as he steamrolls endless foes. His routine is broken when a summoning spell drags him into a world that looks just like the game, where he keeps Diablo's form. There, he finds his summoners: Rem Galeu, a small Pantherian adventurer, and Shera L. Greenwood, an Elf summoner. They try to use an Enslavement Ritual to control him, but the magic backfires, making them his slaves instead. Trapped in this awkward situation, Takuma sets out with the girls to find a way to break the contract while adapting to his new life as the feared Demon King.

A culinary dark age descends upon Totsuki Culinary Academy. Following the Elite Ten's ruthless coup, Azami Nakiri has become the school's director, forcing students to adhere to his philosophy of "true gourmet food" and banning any creative expression under threat of expulsion. Refusing to accept this new order, Souma Yukihira and the residents of the Polar Star Dormitory join forces with other rebellious first-years, including the tenth seat, Erina Nakiri. Together, they battle against those who support Azami's regime. Yet corrupt instructors and the ominous Central organization block their path, forcing Souma and his allies to cooperate more fiercely than ever to survive every devious scheme aimed at driving them out of the school.

Rachel Gardner, her eyes hollow and empty, wishes only for death. She regains consciousness in the basement of a building with no recollection of how she got there. There, she meets Zack, a killer wrapped in bandages who is trying to escape. He vows to end her life once he obtains his freedom, and the two form an agreement to ascend the building floor by floor in search of an exit. As they climb higher, they face increasingly unhinged individuals who all appear to recognize Rachel. The puzzle deepens around her link to the facility and why she is held captive. Facing a new boss on every level, Rachel and Zack must figure out whether both of them can achieve their respective goals.

Psychic Kusuo Saiki's chaotic life continues as he does everything in his power to lead a normal existence. He has gotten more used to handling his troublesome friends—his main obstacle to peace—but he still has a long way to go. Alongside the usual oddballs, several new faces appear, and their antics only add to Saiki's suffering, ensuring his dream of a carefree life remains an impossible fantasy.

Inside the human body, approximately 37.2 trillion cells labor energetically every hour of every day, year-round. Newly graduated from training, the cheerful and slightly scatterbrained Sekkekkyuu AE3803 is eager to carry out the critical mission of delivering oxygen. Meanwhile, Hakkekkyuu U-1146 is as busy as ever, patrolling and destroying foreign bacteria trying to colonize the body. Elsewhere, tiny platelets assemble for a fresh construction assignment. Coping with injuries and allergic reactions, losing the way to the lungs, and squabbling with other cell types—the everyday existence of cells is constantly frantic as they cooperate to maintain the body's health.

Clad in desert pink and barely reaching the height of a child, the feared "Pink Devil" mercilessly pursues other players within the gun-focused virtual reality world of Gun Gale Online. But in the real world, this terrifying player killer is nothing like expected. Karen Kohiruimaki is a shy university student in Tokyo, completely different from her in-game avatar. She actually stands much taller than those around her, which causes her considerable distress. Struggling with her insecurities about her height, Karen escapes into virtual worlds. After attempting multiple games to become a cute, small character, she finds her perfect form in Gun Gale Online. Overjoyed with this new appearance, she dedicates herself to the game as LLENN, building a legend as a player killer. Her situation shifts when one of her targets manages to outwit her, bringing her face to face with Pitohui, an extremely talented but unusual woman. Pitohui quickly becomes Karen's friend and pushes LLENN to enter Squad Jam, a battle royale event where squads battle until just one team is left. Thrust into this fierce competition, LLENN must depend on her wits and resolve to survive and win.

Having a friend who knows everything about you is usually a positive thing, but for Nishikata, it's the complete opposite. His classmate Takagi torments him with teasing every single day, using her deep understanding of his habits to anticipate exactly how he'll respond, which leaves Nishikata unable to ever land a proper retort. Still, Nishikata is determined to one day turn the tables on Takagi and make her blush from his own teasing.

Despite the dissolution of the Fairy Tail guild and the dispersion of its members throughout Fiore, Natsu Dragneel is resolute in his mission to bring back the family that he and his companions once considered home. Joined by Happy and Lucy Heartfilia, Natsu is prepared to go to any lengths to safeguard the guild and its lasting legacy. Yet, they face their most daunting trial so far: the assault on Fiore by the Alvarez Empire’s vast forces and its renowned emperor.

After a late-night debugging session, overworked programmer Satou Suzuki falls asleep and wakes up in a fantasy dimension built from the game code he was working on. He now inhabits a younger version of himself under the name Satou, a username from the game's beta phase. Before he can fully grasp his new reality, he is assaulted by a swarm of lizardmen. Utilizing an overwhelmingly powerful spell, Satou wipes out the attackers and instantly reaches level 310, achieving maximum stats. Unable to return to his original world and armed with immense magical capabilities, this suddenly overpowered adventurer sets out to explore his new surroundings.

After successfully rescuing his master, Rias Gremory, from the Dimensional Gap, Red Dragon Emperor and aspiring Harem King Issei Hyoudou can finally return to his normal high school routine alongside Occult Research Club members Yuuto Kiba, Asia Argento, Xenovia Quarta, and Irina Shidou. The group embarks on a school trip to Kyoto, but their visit to a temple is disrupted by an assault from local youkai. Following the skirmish, the club learns that the mythical nine-tailed fox protecting the city has been abducted and that they are falsely accused of the crime. Issei and his friends must fight to clear their names, save the trip, and protect the city from impending disaster. Meanwhile, Rias, who stayed behind in Tokyo with Akeno Himejima and Koneko Toujou, grows increasingly uneasy about leaving the perverted Issei alone with the other club girls. Beneath her vague anxiety lies a deeper question: what are the true feelings Rias has been struggling with for the past few months?

Yuzu Aihara’s freshman year takes a dramatic turn when her mother remarries, forcing her to transfer to a new school. Eager to make friends, find romance, and experience her first kiss, Yuzu brings her vibrant, social personality to her new environment. However, her flashy style clashes with the strict atmosphere of the all-girls academy, which is filled with obedient students and top-ranking grade-skippers. Her appearance quickly catches the eye of Mei Aihara, the imposing student council president, who sensually grabs Yuzu to confiscate her phone. After a exhausting first day, Yuzu discovers a shocking truth: Mei is her new step-sister. Despite Yuzu’s friendly overtures, Mei’s cold demeanor invites teasing from Yuzu. The tension peaks when Mei pins Yuzu down and forces a kiss upon her. As Yuzu struggles to escape, Mei departs abruptly, leaving Yuzu to ponder the meaning of the kiss and the hidden pain visible in her sister’s eyes.

Yoshifumi Nitta, a yakuza member, is celebrating his successful acquisition of a prized vase for his collection when a large, strange capsule suddenly appears and lands on his head. Opening it, he finds a young girl with blue hair who will only tell him her name—Hina—and that she possesses immense powers. To make matters worse, if she doesn't use her powers, she loses control and causes an explosion. Left with no other option, Nitta becomes her reluctant caretaker. To give Hina an outlet for her abilities, Nitta has her assist with a construction deal, which goes off without a hitch. Meanwhile, a rival yakuza group covertly attacks his boss. To Nitta's shock, his own colleagues later blame him for the incident! Ordered to retaliate against the rival group, Nitta steels himself and heads to their hideout. But before he can act, Hina unexpectedly steps in and helps him wipe out the entire group. As it turns out, Hina might become a valuable asset to Nitta and his yakuza operations—provided she doesn't turn her powers on him first. And so begins the strange life of this unusual duo.

Mari Tamaki has always been fascinated by the world beyond her reach, dreaming of what lies at the edge of the universe. Though she holds these grand ambitions deep inside, her fear of the unknown and anxiety over her own limits have kept her from pursuing them. Now in her second year of high school, Mari is determined not to waste any more of her youth—yet her hesitation still holds her back from taking that bold leap. That changes when she meets a girl with equally enormous dreams. Driven by her mother's disappearance, Shirase Kobuchizawa has been saving money to fund an expedition to Antarctica. Despite facing skepticism and mockery from nearly everyone, she remains resolute in her mission to find her mother in a place farther than the universe itself. Inspired by Shirase's unwavering determination, Mari eagerly joins her. Their plan soon draws the interest of the energetic Hinata Miyake, who craves adventure and recognition, and the refined Yuzuki Shiraishi, a polite girl from a privileged upbringing. Together, these four spirited young women set off for the frozen southern continent, each in pursuit of something meaningful.

"To be quiet and do as you're told, that's the cowardly choice." So says Junk Dog, an underground fighter in Megalo Box—a sport where boxers use mechanical limbs called Gear to boost their speed and power. Though brimming with potential, his illegal fights force him to throw matches on the orders of his boss, Gansaku Nanbu. Everything changes when the Megalo Box champion, Yuuri, appears in Junk Dog's shabby ring disguised as an ordinary challenger. After being knocked out in a single round, Junk Dog receives a challenge: "If you're serious about fighting me again, then fight your way up to me and my ring." Overflowing with excitement and backed by the criminal syndicate that profited from his fixed matches, Junk Dog enters Megalonia—a global tournament meant to determine the strongest Megalo Boxer. Without a name of his own, he adopts the moniker "Joe" and begins his climb from the very bottom of the ranked fighters list. With only three months to qualify, Joe must face opponents like none he has ever fought before to meet the challenge of his rival.

For most girls her age, the ideal vacation might be a fancy getaway with loved ones, but Rin Shima prefers to spend her days off camping alone at the base of Mount Fuji. She handles everything herself—from pitching her tent to gathering firewood—and has no intention of leaving her solitary world. Yet, what begins as one of Rin's usual camping trips unexpectedly turns into a surprise gathering for two when a lost Nadeshiko Kagamihara is forced to take shelter at her campsite. Nadeshiko had originally planned to see the scenic view of Mount Fuji, but her plans fall apart when she falls asleep partway to her destination. Alone with no other choice, she seeks help from the only other person nearby. Despite their rushed introductions, the two girls enjoy the chilly night together, eating ramen and chatting as the campfire keeps them warm. Even after Nadeshiko's sister picks her up later that night, both girls quietly consider the possibility of another camping trip together.

During a break between classes, Olivia, a foreign exchange student who knows no English, plays a game of "look-the-other-way" with the loudmouthed airhead Hanako Honda. Their disruptive behavior provokes Kasumi Nomura, a deadpan loner whose older sister constantly mocks her for always losing at games. Kasumi initially refuses Olivia's invitation to join the fun, but eventually gets pulled in anyway and unleashes her own form of mischief. Soon, a strange bond forms among the three eccentric girls, and they decide to create the "Pastime Club," where they can freely engage in their daily antics. Whether it involves failing to learn English, desperately trying to become popular, or being caught by teachers at the worst moments, school life never becomes dull when the girls of Asobi Asobase are up to their hilarious pranks.

Sakura Minamoto aspired to be an idol, but her dreams were cut short when she died in a traffic accident. A decade later, she awakens in Saga Prefecture as a zombie with no recollection of her previous life. While grappling with her undead state, she encounters Koutarou Tatsumi, who reveals he has resurrected her and six other zombie girls from various time periods. His goal is to boost Saga’s economy through the formation of an idol group. Taking on the role of a harsh manager, Koutarou organizes their schedule, and the girls eventually christen their group Franchouchou. This wildly comedic series follows Franchouchou’s heartfelt effort to revitalize Saga Prefecture while concealing their zombie nature and piecing together their forgotten histories.

Maquia belongs to the Iorph, a mystical race capable of living for centuries and remaining detached from the mundane struggles of humanity. Yet, having been orphaned at a young age, she feels profound isolation despite living among her kin. She yearns for the outside world but refrains from leaving her home, heeding the warnings of her clan’s leader. This isolation is shattered when the expansionist kingdom of Mezarte invades. Having already subjugated the remaining giant dragons known as Renato, the Mezarte king seeks to seize the Iorph’s immortality to enhance his own bloodline. As humans and their beasts ravage the homeland, slaughtering most of the Iorph, Maquia is abducted by a frenzied Renato. The beast soon perishes, leaving her stranded in a remote forest. The only sound breaking her solitude is the cry of an infant nearby. Discovering the baby in the ruins of a village, Maquia chooses to raise him as her own, naming him Ariel. Though ignorant of human customs and unprepared for the challenge of raising a child who ages rapidly while she remains unchanged, she resolves to navigate this new life and her lingering loneliness.

Forty-one years ago on Planet Vegeta, the homeworld of the fearsome Saiyan warrior race, King Vegeta took notice of an infant named Broly, whose latent power exceeded that of his own son. Fearing that Broly's strength would one day outstrip his child Vegeta's, the king banished the baby to the barren planet Vampa. Broly's father Paragus followed in an attempt to rescue his son, but his ship was damaged, trapping both of them on the desolate world for years—unaware that salvation would eventually arrive from an unlikely source. Years later on Earth, Gokuu Son and Prince Vegeta—thought to be the last surviving Saiyans—train together on a remote island. Their sparring is cut short when the arrival of their old enemy Frieza forces them to search for the final wish-granting Dragon Ball on a frozen continent. There, Frieza reveals his new allies: Paragus and the now immensely powerful Broly. A legendary battle erupts, shaking the very foundations of the world as Gokuu and Vegeta face off against Broly, a warrior without equal whose fury is only waiting to be unleashed.

In early 1900s Hokkaido after the Russo-Japanese War, Saichi Sugimoto tirelessly pans for gold. Called "Sugimoto the Immortal" for his death-defying acts on the battlefield, the former soldier seeks wealth to fulfill a promise made to his best friend before he was killed in action: to support his family, especially his widow, who needs overseas treatment for her failing eyesight. One day, a drunken acquaintance tells Sugimoto the story of a man who murdered a group of Ainu and stole a fortune in gold. Before the police arrested him, he hid the gold somewhere in Hokkaido. The only clue to its location is the coded map he tattooed onto the bodies of his cellmates in exchange for a share of the treasure, should they manage to escape and find it. Sugimoto thinks little of the tale until he discovers the drunken man's corpse bearing the same tattoos described in the story. But before he can collect his thoughts, a grizzly bear—the cause of the man's death—approaches Sugimoto, intent on finishing her meal. He is saved by a young Ainu girl named Asirpa, whose father happened to be one of the murdered Ainu. With Asirpa's hunting skills and Sugimoto's survival instincts, the pair agree to join forces and find the hidden treasure—one to reclaim what was rightfully her people's, and the other to fulfill his friend's dying wish.

Having relived his high school days through the ReLIFE program, 27-year-old Arata Kaizaki is amazed at how profoundly the experience has transformed him. He now sees the world from a fresh viewpoint that, as an adult, he had long forgotten. He has built friendships and forged strong bonds with each of his classmates. Yet his supervisor, Ryou Yoake, reminds him that the entire experiment is a fabrication; once it concludes, he will be erased from everyone’s memory. Another ReLIFE participant is also nearing the end of her journey. After two years in the program, Chizuru Hishiro has grown into a far more open and considerate person than she ever thought possible. She has encountered individuals who have reshaped her life, her outlook, and ultimately her very self. But with their ReLIFE drawing to a close, can they bring themselves to part with the memories they have created?

At Dahlia Academy, students from two rivaling nations—the Eastern Nation of Touwa's "Black Doggies" and the Principality of West's "White Cats"—come together despite their long-standing feud. Romio Inuzuka and Juliet Persia, the leaders of their respective dormitories, appear to be bitter enemies. In truth, however, Romio and Juliet are deeply in love, but revealing their relationship would incur the wrath of their comrades. They conceal their affection to preserve peace, yet their secret romance prevents them from enjoying many typical couple activities. As their bond strengthens, Romio and Juliet must confront the reality that keeping their love hidden may become an impossible task.

Yuu Koito has always been captivated by romantic shoujo manga and the words of love songs. She eagerly awaits the day when the wings of love will finally take flight and make her heart race, the day she receives a confession. But when a classmate from junior high professes his love for her at their graduation, she feels unexpectedly empty. The truth dawns on her: she knows what romance is in theory, but she cannot experience the feeling herself. Now in high school, Yuu, troubled and disheartened, is still mulling over how to reply to her admirer. There, she crosses paths with the seemingly perfect student council president, Touko Nanami, who gracefully turns down a confession of her own. Moved by Touko's composed demeanor, Yuu seeks her advice—only to be shocked when the president confesses to her! Yuu quickly falls under Touko's spell, and unknowingly begins a journey to discover the emotion that has long been out of her reach.

Teenager Ryuuichi Kashima becomes the sole guardian of his younger brother Kotarou after their parents die in a plane crash. While Ryuuichi keeps a friendly and kind disposition, Kotarou is a quiet toddler who does not fully grasp what has happened. At the funeral, stern academy chairman Youko Morinomiya approaches them and decides to take the brothers in. But there is a catch: in exchange for housing and school enrollment, Ryuuichi must work as the school's babysitter. The academy established a babysitter's club to help female teachers care for their infants, but it is severely understaffed. Now Ryuuichi not only looks after his own little brother but also a group of toddlers, each with their own strong personalities.

Hikari Tsutsui takes comfort in the two-dimensional world, where social interactions feel far simpler. Hampered by his awkwardness and lack of social skills, he loses himself in video games and anime, only to endure constant mockery and exclusion from his classmates. His only close companion is Yuuto Itou, a friend who also wears cat ears and shares his deep obsession with gaming. While serving detention for cleaning the pool, Hikari meets Iroha Igarashi. Despite her fearsome reputation, he tries to steer clear of her, believing that getting involved with her will only lead to problems. Iroha is known for her blunt honesty, her unpopularity among female students, and her history of toying with boys. 3D Kanojo: Real Girl follows the story of these two misfits, focusing on a boy learning to handle his new feelings and a girl determined to push him beyond his comfort zone.

The CH Postal Company receives a request from Irma Felice, a celebrated opera singer, to have a love letter transcribed. Violet Evergarden takes on the assignment and visits Irma to compose the letter. However, Irma offers little guidance and asks Violet to write based on her own emotions. Despite Violet's many attempts, Irma rejects every version of the letter. Violet seeks advice from her coworkers, who each write their own love letters to help. Yet even these are turned down by the opera singer. As a last resort, Violet asks Irma to share her genuine thoughts and feelings, hoping to discover the missing element. Can the Auto Memory Doll succeed in turning Irma's emotions into words?

In a world where magic is woven into daily existence, Hitomi Tsukishiro lives in a colorless reality, lacking both emotion and sensation. On a night as devoid of hue as any other, as fireworks burst across the sky, her grandmother Kohaku—who has spent 60 years collecting moonlight—casts a spell to send Hitomi back to 2018, when Kohaku was a high school student. Hitomi's goal is unclear, but her grandmother assures her she will understand upon arrival. After traveling through time on a train driven by a strange yellow creature, Hitomi ends up in the room of the reserved artist Yuito Aoi. His sketches suddenly fill her world with vivid color. What is Hitomi's true purpose there, and why do Yuito's drawings restore such stunning vibrancy to her bleak existence?

The continent of Atlatan has fallen into turmoil after the Great Hall Tragedy, a catastrophic incident that destroyed the fragile peace between the Fantasia Union and the Factory Alliance. The wedding of Sir Alexis Douse and Lady Marrine Kreische, meant to unite the two factions, was overtaken by a surge of "Chaos," a dark dimensional energy that summons monsters and demons. From this corruption emerged the Demon Lord of Diabolos, who killed the archdukes of both sides, crushing all hope for reconciliation. Siluca Meletes, a mage from the Alliance, journeys through the ravaged countryside to study under a master magician. On her way, she is rescued from Federation soldiers by Theo Cornaro, a young warrior wielding a mysterious "Crest" that can repel Chaos. Sworn to no particular domain, Theo aspires to become a Lord and liberate his hometown, Sistina, from its tyrant and the spreading corruption. Inspired by his noble ambition, Siluca enters a magical pact with Theo, and together they set out to restore balance to their fractured world.

Akira Tachibana is a quiet high school student who used to be a track runner but can no longer perform as she once did after a severe foot injury. Although her classmates consider her attractive, she shows no interest in the boys at school. Working part-time at the Garden Cafe, Akira starts to develop feelings for the manager—a 45-year-old man named Masami Kondou—despite the considerable difference in age. Kondou displays genuine care and kindness toward the customers at his restaurant, a trait that others may see as soft or weak, but which draws Akira to him. As they spend time together at the cafe, they grow closer, intensifying her emotions. Burdened by these uncertain feelings, Akira eventually decides to confess, but what will the outcome be?

Satou Matsuzaka is a beautiful high school student known for being easygoing with guys. But a chance meeting with a young girl named Shio Koube makes Satou realize this is her first ever true feeling of love. While telling others she lives with her aunt, Satou secretly shares an apartment with Shio. Despite her innocent looks, Satou will do anything to protect her beloved, going to desperate lengths to keep their "happy sugar life" intact.

Former ace runner Kakeru Kurahara of Sendai Josei High School is chased out of a convenience store for shoplifting. While fleeing his pursuer, he runs into Haiji Kiyose, a fellow university student. Impressed by Kakeru's agility, Haiji convinces him to move into Chikusei-sou, the rundown apartment where Haiji lives with eight other students. After losing his entire apartment deposit at a mahjong parlor, Kakeru reluctantly agrees. At Kakeru's welcome party, however, Haiji reveals a secret: the apartment is actually the dormitory of the Kansei University Track Club. He announces his ultimate goal of competing in the Hakone Ekiden—one of Japan's most prestigious university marathon relay races. The problem is that aside from Haiji and Kakeru, none of the residents have any running experience. Worse, they show zero interest in being part of Haiji's ridiculous scheme. With only months left before the deadline, can the fourth-year student persuade them otherwise and achieve his elusive dream of running in the Hakone Ekiden?

Once a hot spring inn, Yuragi-sou now operates as a boarding house with shockingly low rent, but it's nearly empty except for a handful of eccentric residents. Word has it that a dangerous ghost haunts the place, driving away anyone who tries to move in. This makes it the ideal spot for Fuyuzora Kogarashi—a broke, homeless psychic looking for cheap lodging and spirits to exorcise. Kogarashi braces for a showdown with the ghost, only to discover it's not the malevolent entity rumors describe. Instead, it's the spirit of a lovely, silver-haired girl who remembers nothing of her life before death except her name: Yuuna. Even stranger, the other tenants of Yuragi-sou can also see Yuuna, and each possesses their own supernatural ability. Amid the turmoil stirred up by his quirky housemates, Kogarashi works to uncover the lingering regret that binds Yuuna to the mortal world—before she turns into an evil spirit condemned to an eternity in hell.

Mitsuyoshi Tada has never paid much attention to love, and as the second-year high school student and aspiring photographer begins a new term, romance is the last thing on his mind. That changes when he encounters a cheerful foreign girl named Teresa Wagner while photographing a cherry blossom tree. After she asks him to take her picture, they part ways, only to cross paths twice more that same day. Finding Teresa caught in a sudden downpour, Tada invites her to his family’s coffee shop to dry off. There, she explains she was separated from her traveling companion, a strict redhead named Alexandra "Alec" Magritte. When Alec reunites with Teresa shortly afterward, they say their goodbyes, expecting never to meet again—but the next day, the two unexpectedly transfer into his class. Teresa and Alec quickly adapt to life at Koinohoshi High School and decide to join Tada in the photography club, alongside his narcissistic friend Kaoru Ijuuin, the idol-obsessed Hajime Sugimoto, the serious class representative Hinako Hasegawa, and the dog-like Kentarou Yamashita. With these two unusual additions to his already eccentric group of friends, Tada’s second year of high school becomes even livelier—and he may have to reconsider his stance on love.

Yuuta Hibiki regains consciousness in Rikka Takarada's room, realizing he has no memories and can hear an unknown voice calling his name from another room. Investigating, he discovers a robot inside an old computer monitor—it introduces itself as Hyper Agent Gridman. To Yuuta's shock, Rikka neither hears Gridman nor sees the eerie monsters that appear above a thick fog blanketing the town. When another giant monster materializes in the city, causing destruction, Yuuta is pulled back to the computer and fuses with Gridman. He suddenly finds himself in the midst of the battle, forced to fight the creature. Alongside Rikka and their classmate Shou Utsumi, Yuuta establishes the "Gridman Alliance" to defeat the monsters terrorizing the city and uncover who is behind their appearance.

Vampires live among humans, hidden within the fringes of society. Though they do not need blood to survive, strong emotions can trigger an overwhelming bloodlust, transforming them into uncontrollable beasts. Twenty-two-year-old university student Tsukasa Taira discovers the reality of vampires when her childhood friend is revealed to be one during a tense encounter with Yuuki Anzai—a hybrid of human and vampire. After her friend is taken into custody, Tsukasa finds herself increasingly drawn to Anzai, who reluctantly returns her feelings. Yet this unusual relationship faces immense challenges, as Anzai must constantly fight the part of him that longs to consume Tsukasa.

In 1991, arcade video games are all the rage. Becoming a professional player is a distant dream in an industry still finding its footing, but sixth-grader Haruo Yaguchi is determined to pursue that path. His skill at video games has won him respect in local arcades and given him confidence and pride—until his classmate Akira Oono destroys him in Street Fighter 2. Akira is wealthy, attractive, and intelligent, as close to perfect as possible. Haruo never cared about such things before; despite his many personal flaws, his supremacy at video games was, in his own view, unquestionable. Now that someone has emerged who can challenge him, part of Haruo can't help but resent her. Yet another part craves a rival who can meet him on equal footing, and Akira is more than capable.

Ren Amamiya transfers to Shujin Academy after being placed on probation for a crime he did not commit—intervening to protect a woman from sexual assault. He moves to Tokyo to stay with Sojiro Sakura, a family friend. On his way to his first day at the new school, a strange app appears on his phone, pulling him into the Metaverse, a realm where people's "shadows"—distorted reflections of their true selves—dwell. There, he awakens his Persona, an inner power that enables him to battle shadows. Joined by other students with their own troubles, he establishes the Phantom Thieves of Hearts, a group dedicated to saving people from their corrupt desires by "taking their heart," forcing wrongdoers to repent and reform. As their fame skyrockets, they attract both admiration and notoriety. But at the height of their popularity, Ren is captured and taken into custody. He regains consciousness in the middle of a harsh interrogation, which is interrupted by the arrival of prosecutor Sae Niijima, who is seeking answers. How will she respond to his story, and what fate awaits the Phantom Thieves?

Touma Kamijou just can't get a break. Following the attack on Academy City, political tensions keep escalating as the science and magic sides clash head-on. It looks like Academy City is getting ready to declare war on the Roman Catholic Church, which would throw the entire world into global conflict. Once again, Touma finds himself on the front lines, fighting to protect his friends and allies. Toaru Majutsu no Index III is the final installment of the original franchise, following Touma, Accelerator, and the true Level 0 Shiage Hamazura on their separate paths, building toward the conclusion of the original light novel series.

In the year 1930, vampires secretly enter Tokyo to prey on its unaware inhabitants. With the number of attacks climbing steadily, the city's officials turn to the Jaegers—an unusual and varied band of mercenaries employed by the V Shipping Company to eliminate vampires across the globe. Concealing their weapons inside musical instrument cases, the Jaegers confront the vampires with the same brutality their enemies display. Yuliy, the Jaegers' most proficient fighter, is the lone survivor of a vampire assault that destroyed his hometown. Drawing on the power of his werewolf lineage, he collaborates with his comrades to aid Tokyo's police force in dealing with the vampire menace. Although they appear to be working for law enforcement, the Jaegers are actually locked in a battle with the vampires over the mysterious Ark of Sirius. Possessing the ability to reshape the world's destiny, Yuliy and his allies must find the relic before the vampires can harness it for their ruinous aims.

Every day, Aya Asagiri contemplates suicide. She faces relentless bullying at school, and at home, her older brother Kaname physically abuses her to vent the academic pressure their father places on him. One night, while lying awake wishing for death, a mysterious website named Magical Girl Site appears on her laptop, offering to grant her magical powers. Initially, she dismisses it as a creepy prank, but when she discovers a magical gun in her shoe locker the next day, she is uncertain what to believe. Deciding to take it with her, she soon encounters her bullies again. This time, desperate for anything to rescue her, she uses the gun—and her attackers are teleported to a nearby railroad crossing, where they are struck by a train. Aya's conscience cannot bear the fact that she killed two of her classmates with magic, and she frantically tries to make sense of the situation. However, when she finds herself in danger once more, she is rescued by Tsuyuno Yatsumura, a classmate who can stop time using magic. This duo has much to accomplish: not only must they fight alongside and against other magical girls, but they also need to uncover the truth behind the website and the impending apocalyptic event known as "The Tempest."

Xian is the state of immortality that every cultivator aspires to reach. Yet beneath it lurks a forbidden dark force known as Mo Dao, the demonic path. Due to a string of tragic events, cultivator Wei Wuxian begins experimenting with this path during his training. His growing power brings chaos and destruction, but his reign of terror ends abruptly when the cultivation clans overpower him and his closest ally kills him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn into the body of a madman and reunites with Lan Wangji, a former classmate. This encounter sets off a supernatural mystery that haunts the clans and threatens to upend their daily lives. Mo Dao Zu Shi follows these two men as they work to uncover the secrets of the spiritual world. Battling demons, ghosts, and fellow cultivators, the two forge an unexpected bond.