2021 Anime

Gabi Braun and Falco Grice have dedicated their entire lives to training with the goal of inheriting one of the seven Titans controlled by Marley, aiming to assist their country in eliminating the Eldians on Paradis. Yet, just as their future seems secure, their tranquility is abruptly disrupted by the arrival of Eren Yeager and the surviving members of the Survey Corps. After finally accessing the Yeager family basement and uncovering the grim history behind the Titans, the Survey Corps has at last discovered the answers they had fought so hard to find. Now possessing the truth, the group heads out into the world beyond the walls. In Shingeki no Kyojin: The Final Season, two vastly different worlds clash as each side pursues its own objectives in the long-awaited conclusion to Paradis' struggle for freedom.

At first glance, it seems unlikely that Kyouko Hori and Izumi Miyamura would ever get along. Hori is admired for her intelligence and looks, while Miyamura comes across as quiet and aloof to his classmates. But a chance encounter reveals the hidden sides of both. Despite her popularity at school, Hori has hardly any free time for friends because of her household chores. Meanwhile, Miyamura keeps a low profile, concealing tattoos and piercings that give him the appearance of a gentle delinquent. Though their personalities are opposites, they share unexpected common ground, and the two quickly become close, often hanging out at Hori's place. As they step out of their shells, they reveal to each other the parts of themselves no one else sees.

After spending thirty-four years as a bullied and oppressed shut-in, a man finds the courage to act heroically, only to meet a tragic end. Fate intervenes, and he is reborn in another world as Rudeus Greyrat, the infant son of a loving couple. Retaining the memories and knowledge of his past life, Rudeus adapts rapidly to his new surroundings. Leveraging the maturity of an adult mind, he demonstrates exceptional magical aptitude, refining his abilities under the tutelage of the mage Roxy Migurdia. He also trains in swordsmanship alongside his father, Paul, and befriends Sylphiette, a peer who soon becomes his dearest companion. As Rudeus navigates this second chance, he strives to overcome his past trauma while seizing every opportunity his new life offers, hoping to finally discover the love that eluded him in his previous existence.

Takemichi Hanagaki's life reached its peak during his second year of middle school, when he had respect, a reliable gang of friends, and even a girlfriend. But twelve years have passed, and now he's a washed-up nobody—mocked by children and always apologizing to his younger boss. A news report about the Tokyo Manji Gang brutally murdering his only ex-girlfriend and her brother only rubs salt in the wound. Just as a train is about to end his miserable life, Takemichi flashes back to the same day twelve years ago, when he was still dating Hinata Tachibana. Forced to relive the exact day that started his downward spiral, Takemichi encounters Hinata's younger brother. Without thinking, he blurts out that the boy seems to be dead before flashing back to the past again. Takemichi pleads with him to protect his sister, then inexplicably returns to the future. Miraculously, he is still alive. Even stranger, the future has changed. It appears Takemichi can alter the flow of time. Given a chance to stop his ex-girlfriend's tragic death at the hands of the Tokyo Manji Gang, Takemichi decides to travel through time and change the course of the future.

UA Academy's Class 1-A has drawn considerable public attention due to the numerous villain attacks they experienced during the previous school year. This scrutiny has made their counterparts in Class 1-B envious. Eager to demonstrate their own abilities, Class 1-B eagerly awaits the chance given to them: a series of mock skirmishes pitting students from both classes against each other. The classes are divided into four-person squads, each tasked with capturing every member of the opposing team. The first group to secure all opponents wins. Though straightforward, the competition gains a twist with the addition of General Course student Hitoshi Shinsou, who aims to transfer into the Hero Course. Despite his training under Class 1-A's homeroom teacher Shouta "Eraserhead" Aizawa to prove his worth as a genuine hero, Shinsou remains behind the others due to his limited experience. Nevertheless, he is resolved to overcome this obstacle. Thus begins the intense rivalry between Class 1-A and 1-B as both strive to establish their superiority.

Violent tragedies frequently occur around 16-year-old Yuuta Okkotsu, a shy victim of bullying at school. Yuuta is burdened with a monstrous curse, a force that exacts brutal vengeance against his tormentors. Rika Orimoto, Yuuta's curse, is a remnant from his tragic childhood and a potentially deadly threat to anyone who dares cross him. Yuuta's unusual situation draws the notice of Satoru Gojou, a formidable sorcerer who instructs at Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School. Gojou sees great promise in Yuuta and aims to help the boy channel his dangerous burden into a positive purpose. However, Yuuta struggles to fit in among his gifted classmates: the selectively mute Toge Inumaki, weapon specialist Maki Zenin, and Panda. Yuuta clumsily wields Rika on missions with his fellow first-year students, but the gruesome aftermath of Rika's overwhelming displays of power catches the eye of the calculating curse user Suguru Getou. As Getou strives to seize Rika's strength and use it to eradicate all non-jujutsu users from existence, Yuuta fights alongside his friends to thwart the genocidal scheme.

Senkuu is determined to restore two million years of human progress and bring back everyone who was turned to stone. But standing against him is Tsukasa Shishiou, who argues that only the strongest among the petrified should be resurrected. As winter ends and the snow melts, Senkuu and his comrades in Ishigami Village complete their plans for an assault on the Tsukasa Empire. Armed with a newly improved cell phone design, the Kingdom of Science prepares to launch their latest strategy to win over the large forces of Tsukasa's army. Yet time is against them—while the Kingdom of Science perfects their inventions, the empire expands its numbers at a rapid pace. Reconnecting with old friends and gaining new allies, Senkuu and the Kingdom of Science must halt Tsukasa's troops to achieve their mission of reviving humanity and all its achievements. With both sides fighting for their vision of an ideal world, the Stone Wars have officially begun.

After the mysterious mana calamity, Rudeus Greyrat and his fierce student Eris Boreas Greyrat are transported to the Demon Continent. There, they join forces with their new ally Ruijerd Supardia—the former leader of the Superd's Warrior group—to create "Dead End," a successful adventurer party. Gaining a reputation, the three travel across the continent in hopes of returning home to Fittoa. Acting on guidance from the faceless deity Hitogami, Rudeus rescues Kishirika Kishirisu, the Great Emperor of the Demon World, who thanks him by granting a peculiar ability. As Rudeus learns to control this potent power that opens up various possibilities, it may turn out to be more than he anticipated when unforeseen perils threaten to obstruct their journey.

Taking a hiatus from his teaching duties, the formidable slime Rimuru Tempest heads back to his eponymous kingdom, Tempest, to initiate talks with the neighboring Kingdom of Eurazania. Although the diplomatic discussions are fraught with tension, they conclude successfully, enabling Rimuru to resume his lessons. However, when he attempts to return to Tempest permanently, he is intercepted by an enigmatic figure capable of suppressing his vast magical powers. Meanwhile, in Tempest, a group of unidentified humans launches a deadly assault on both prominent and ordinary citizens, acting with the clear intent to kill. Can Rimuru defeat this formidable and hazardous enemy and reach Tempest before it is too late?

Following a stern but persuasive address from Otto Suwen, Subaru Natsuki solemnly vows to survive this timeline and rescue everyone possible. His initial objective involves helping Emilia confront her history, a task that proves far more challenging than anticipated. Believed to have been deceived by those surrounding her, Emilia struggles to place her trust in anyone, including Subaru, who considers himself her knight. This season concludes Subaru’s journey within the Sanctuary, highlighting his resilience and refusal to abandon hope for the people he aims to save.

Hitohito Tadano arrives at high school determined to remain inconspicuous and avoid any drama. His plan collapses immediately when he sits next to Shouko Komi, the school’s most admired student. This act makes Tadano a target for classmates eager to displace him and take her seat. Komi appears flawless and is widely beloved, yet she secretly suffers from severe social anxiety and a communication disorder that isolates her from her peers. When left alone in the classroom, circumstances compel Komi to communicate with Tadano by writing on the blackboard. Recognizing her struggle for the first time, Tadano responds, learning that her ambition is to make one hundred friends. He offers his assistance, effectively becoming her first true friend.

Emma, Ray, and the other older children have managed to flee from the Grace Field House. Yet, with relentless demons still chasing them, their difficult fight for freedom is far from over. Even as they push into the dangerous wilderness, the children hold onto hope thanks to the books by William Minerva. Hidden within those books are coded clues about the world beyond the farm—knowledge that can help them get by with their meager supplies. But when their pursuers close in, the children soon face their most terrifying ordeal yet. In Yakusoku no Neverland 2nd Season, the children struggle to endure in a strange and merciless world, searching for a safe place they can truly call home.

Sent to Earth for observation, an entity known simply as It possesses the ability to assume the forms of creatures it encounters. Initially manifesting as a stone and later as moss in response to rising temperatures, It remains stationary until a dying wolf passes by. Upon taking the wolf’s shape, It gains consciousness and begins to wander aimlessly. It soon encounters the wolf’s owner, a young boy left behind while his tribe travels south to a land rich in food. Despite his solitude, the boy clings to the hope that his loved ones remember him and that they will one day reunite. Driven by a desire to explore, the boy chooses to leave his home with It, following the tribe’s trail to find their promised paradise. However, as the boy’s body deteriorates from severe injuries and his companions remain missing, his fate hangs in the balance. Fumetsu no Anata e chronicles the journey of an immortal being as it experiences life, interacting with diverse individuals across different eras and locations.

A series of mysterious disappearances on a particular train draws the attention of the Demon Slayer Corps, prompting them to dispatch one of their finest to eliminate what must be a demon behind it. However, boarding the Mugen Train is delayed by a weaker demon terrorizing the workers and targeting a kind elderly woman and her granddaughter. The Flame Hashira, Kyoujurou Rengoku, must dispose of this threat before he can board. Sent to aid the Hashira, Tanjirou Kamado, Inosuke Hashira, and Zenitsu Agatsuma step onto the train ready for battle. But their monstrous foe already has a cunning scheme for them and the two hundred passengers: by burrowing deep into their minds, the demon intends to annihilate everyone in a terrifying demonstration of the power wielded by the Twelve Kizuki.

The Republic of San Magnolia claims that its ongoing war against the Giadian Empire causes no casualties, but this is simply propaganda. While the silver-haired Alba of the Republic’s eighty-five sectors live safely behind protective walls, people of different appearances are confined to a secret eighty-sixth faction. Known within the military as the Eighty-Six, these individuals are forced to fight the Empire’s autonomous Legion under the command of Republican “Handlers.” Vladilena Milizé is assigned to the Spearhead squadron as their new Handler, replacing the previous one. Shunned by her peers for being a fellow supporter of the Eighty-Six, she continues to battle against inhumane discrimination. Shinei Nouzen is the captain of the Spearhead squadron. Infamous for being the sole survivor of every squad he has ever been in, he insists on bearing the names and wishes of his fallen comrades. When the fates of these young souls from two different worlds collide, will it ignite the spark that lights their path to salvation, or will they burn themselves in the flames of despair?

Following the successful repulsion of the Falmuth Army and the Western Holy Church, the Nation of Monsters, Tempest, celebrates its victory. However, the festivities are soon overshadowed by a critical summit with allied nations to determine the future of Tempest. Compounding these political tensions are lingering issues from the invasion, Milim Nava’s erratic actions, and the mysterious vanishing of Demon Lord Carrion. Now empowered as a True Demon Lord, Rimuru Tempest shifts to an aggressive stance against Clayman. Supported by the fully restored Storm Dragon Veldora, the Ultimate Skill Raphael, and other formidable allies, Rimuru is determined to eliminate his adversaries individually before confronting the mastermind behind the chaos.

Naoto Hachiouji is constantly teased by Hayase Nagatoro, a first-year student he meets in the library while sketching his manga. After reading his work and picking up on his timid demeanor, she decides to relentlessly tease him, calling him "Senpai" rather than his real name. At first, her playful antics are bothersome and humiliating, forcing him to go along with her whims. However, as they spend more time together, an unusual connection develops, and Naoto comes to realize that having Nagatoro around can actually be fun. One thing is for sure: his everyday life will never be dull again.

After the suicide of her only close friend, Koito Nagase, Ai Ooto struggles to find meaning in her empty life. Following instructions from a mysterious being, she obtains and purchases a Wonder Egg. When she breaks the egg inside a realm that appears during her sleep, Ai begins rescuing individuals from their personal hardships. Through these actions, she feels she is drawing closer to saving her best friend. With this dangerous yet alluring opportunity in her grasp, Ai enters a space where she must confront the connection between others' inner demons and her own. As past trauma, lingering regrets, and deep-seated fears emerge within the bizarre world of Wonder Egg Priority, a young girl uncovers the various internal conflicts plaguing humanity and frees them from their worst nightmares.

Through the tireless efforts of their tutor Fuutarou Uesugi, the Nakano quintuplets have begun to show some academic progress, though their road to graduation remains far from smooth. Yet as they continually create fresh obstacles that hinder any actual teaching, Fuutarou finds himself drawn deeper into their personal affairs, further tangling their relationships with one another. Meanwhile, Fuutarou slowly becomes aware of a potential link between himself and a past he thinks he once shared with one of the five sisters. As everyone's emotions start to develop and intersect, can they maintain their connection strictly as teacher and students—or will it evolve into something more?

The kingdom's citizens look down on young Prince Bojji, who is deaf and mute. They sneer at his supposed foolishness, calling him "The Useless Prince." Yet despite lacking physical strength, Bojji is far from weak in spirit. When an unexpected encounter with a shadow creature would have left most terrified, it instead gives him the belief that he has found a friend among those who only see his flaws. He starts meeting regularly with Kage, the shadow, and even the normally abrasive creature begins to warm up to him. The unlikely friendship between Kage and Bojji forms the foundation of the prince's journey—one in which he strives to conquer his fears and insecurities. In spite of the constant mockery he endures, Bojji is determined to achieve his goal of becoming the finest king he can be.

After drowning his sorrows over being turned down by his crush Airi Gotou, ordinary salaryman Yoshida returns to his small apartment to find an unexpected visitor. He had confessed to his boss earlier but was rejected. Devastated, he spent the night drinking with his friend Hashimoto before stumbling home in a drunken stupor, where he met Sayu Ogiwara, a runaway high school girl. She pleaded with him to let her stay, and his clouded judgment made him agree. The following morning, Yoshida wakes up with a severe hangover and no memory of the previous night. Sayu tells him how she ended up in his bed. Though his first instinct is to send her away, he discovers she traveled all the way from Hokkaido. Unable to bring himself to kick her out, Yoshida reluctantly allows her to remain, starting their life together under the same roof.

Even though the Spearhead Squadron has vanished over the horizon, the Republic of San Magnolia's relentless propaganda continues unabated. Vladilena Milizé still serves as "Handler One," commanding another squadron from the dehumanized 86th sector in the ongoing conflict against the Legion. On the Western Front, Shinei Nouzen and his squad find themselves quarantined at a military base belonging to the Federal Republic of Giad, which was once the Giadian Empire. The newly formed government grants the rescued Eighty-Six full citizenship and liberty. They are hosted by President Ernst Zimmerman, where they meet his adoptive daughter, the last Empress Augusta Frederica Adel-Adler. Yet amid the peace of this gentle society, Shinei and his team sense that their true calling lies on the battlefield. Soon, they find themselves back amidst the Legion's assault as members of the Federacy's Nordlicht Squadron, with Augusta Frederica accompanying them. But as history repeats, they come to understand that regardless of which side they fight for, the death and suffering on the front lines remain the only solace they have ever known.

Keyaru begins his path as a Hero blessed with the power to heal any wound, a gift that should have led to glory. Instead, he suffers years of horrific torment and mistreatment. Unbeknownst to others, his healing ability allows him to secretly learn the memories and skills of everyone he cures, amassing immense strength. Yet by the time he becomes powerful enough, he has lost everything dear to him. Determined to alter his destiny, Keyaru uses a spell that rewinds time to the point before his anguish began. Carrying the trauma of his past life, he resolves to live again and take vengeance on those who harmed him.

The world’s greatest assassin, who devoted his life to the organization that raised him, is betrayed and killed by that very group. Haunted by lingering regrets, he meets a goddess impressed by his skills. She offers him a new life in a fantasy world of magic and steel, charging him with a crucial mission: kill the hero destined to destroy that world. Reborn as Lugh Tuatha Dé, heir to a noble family of assassins serving the Alvan Kingdom, he learns from his father techniques that differ from his earlier ruthless style. As he hones his other talents and forges new connections, Lugh remains painfully aware that his present abilities fall short. To fulfill his divine task, he must attain absolute perfection to defeat such a formidable opponent.

Reki Kyan is a high schooler whose entire world revolves around skateboarding. At night, he participates in S, a perilous illegal race held within a mine. Following an accident that shatters his board and breaks his arm, Reki finds himself unable to skate. While working, he meets Langa Hasegawa, a new classmate of mixed Canadian and Japanese heritage with zero skating experience. Langa is in urgent need of cash. After the two visit S at Reki’s boss’s request and land in hot water, they are compelled into a wager forcing Langa to race. Yet, this enigmatic transfer student possesses a hidden advantage unknown to Reki, potentially leading him to victory in the most unforeseen manner.

Born under a blue moon, Vanitas was ostracized by his own kind, leaving him filled with fear and sorrow. Legend holds that he authored the cursed "Book of Vanitas," intending to use it later to exact vengeance on all crimson moon vampires. Set in 19th century Paris, Noé Archiviste seeks this legendary book. During an airship journey, he is rescued from a vampire assault by an eccentric physician named Vanitas, who possesses the very tome Noé desires. Ironically, this self-styled vampire expert is merely human, having inherited both the name and the book from his master, the original Vanitas of lore. As strange incidents within the Charlatan's Parade unfold, the doctor’s unique power to restore sanity to vampires by reclaiming their true names becomes invaluable.

Tooru pushes forward in her pursuit to become the ultimate maid while Kanna Kamui settles into her routine as an elementary school student, ensuring that mischief remains a constant in the Kobayashi home. One day, however, a massive landslide occurs on the hill where Kobayashi and Tooru originally met, showcasing the raw power of a dragon. After no known dragons admit to the act, the culprit appears from the sky: Ilulu, a radical Chaos Dragon whose strength rivals Tooru's. Disgusted by Tooru's ties to humans, Ilulu initially seeks to resolve the conflict through a deadly duel. Yet, she soon becomes fascinated by Kobayashi's knack for making friends with dragons and chooses to observe what makes her so unique. With this new troublesome dragon in town, Kobayashi's quirky life with her dragon maid becomes even more vibrant.

When advanced AIs launch a campaign to wipe out humanity, the resulting slaughter leaves the air thick with the smell of blood and charred flesh. To stop this apocalypse from ever happening, a scientist stakes everything on a relic from history. Traveling back a century, AIs are deeply embedded in society, operating under specific directives. Vivy, the inaugural autonomous AI, is a singer programmed to spread joy through her voice. Performing in a theme park with a sparse audience, she dedicates herself to each show, repeating the same routine daily. Her monotony is shattered when a future AI arrives, recruiting her to prevent a catastrophic war that unfolds over the next hundred years. Thrust into a century-spanning mission to change a violent fate, Vivy must navigate a timeline that has already gone awry.

The invasion of the D2 species, unleashed by a black meteorite, has thrown the United States of America into turmoil. Because these creatures despise music, authorities banned all melodic performances to prevent further loss of life, a restriction still enforced in 2047. Humanity’s sole defense lies with the Musicarts, young women who personify classical compositions, and their partners, the Conductors. When a D2 assault turns Takt Asahina, a detached piano prodigy, into a Conductor, he forms a bond with Destiny, a Musicart. The attack also kills Cosette, the younger sister of Anna Schneider. To stabilize the pact between Takt and Destiny, the three embark on a perilous journey to Symphonica Headquarters in New York City. Takt yearns to play again, even though his music attracts the monsters he fears, while Destiny’s strict adherence to duty frequently causes complications. Confronted by D2-infested roads and various obstacles, the group must find a way to reach New York City alive.

Hundreds of years ago, the spirits of the Chinese zodiac and their god made a vow to remain together for all time. Bound by this promise, the members of the Souma family who are possessed by the zodiac animals will always return to one another no matter what. But when these ties prevent them from being free, they become an unwanted weight—a curse. As the head of the clan, Akito believes he has a unique bond with the other Soumas. While he desperately holds onto this illusion, the rest of the family remains isolated and held down by the dread of punishment. Tooru Honda, who has come to care deeply for the Soumas, is resolved to sever the chains that trap them. Her closeness with the family and her friends gives her the courage to keep working toward breaking the curse. Yet, because of shocking discoveries, she finds it hard to hold onto the determination needed to continue her efforts. As time steadily slips away, Tooru faces an uncertain future, hoping to find the peace that may lie beyond all this turmoil.

Bound by an ancient pact between his parents and a goddess, Makoto Misumi is summoned to a different realm to serve as the chosen hero. Upon arrival, the deity is repulsed by his appearance, labeling him hideous and stripping him of his status. As a meager consolation, she grants him the power to comprehend every tongue save for human speech, then banishes him to the desolate fringes of the world, far removed from civilization. Separated from Earth, Makoto’s latent physical and magical potentials surge, rendering him immensely potent. He encounters numerous demihumans and mythical creatures who are drawn to his unique traits, eventually joining him in establishing a sanctuary where diverse species can live in harmony. Yet, despite this prosperity, Makoto remains eager to connect with his own kind. With the goddess actively preventing any interaction with humans, Makoto and his new companions must navigate this challenge to satisfy his longing and potentially reshape the existing social order.

Miko Yotsuya wipes away tears while staring at her phone, deliberately ignoring a terrifying monster standing right in front of her that asks, "Can you see me?" Until recently, Miko lived a normal high school life, viewing horror movies simply as entertainment. However, following a specific incident, she became the only person capable of perceiving the invisible monsters that roam among humans. Determined to cope with this reality, Miko makes a firm choice to never acknowledge these gruesome spirits. Even though she acts as if they are not there, she witnesses them tormenting those around her, particularly her bubbly and charming best friend, Hana Yurikawa. To shield her friends from the creatures' harassment, Miko strives to maintain her regular school routine and dodge every dangerous situation, enduring the fear to the point of tears.

Yatora Yaguchi, a high school sophomore, appears to be the perfect delinquent with top-tier grades, yet he feels completely directionless regarding his future. He spends his time coasting through school and hanging out with friends who share his lack of ambition, though he secretly finds neither activity satisfying and longs for a more meaningful purpose. One day, captivated by a stunning view of Shibuya, Yatora attempts to capture his emotions through painting. When his artwork earns him praise, the resulting joy propels him toward the goal of entering the Tokyo University of the Arts, an institution known for its extreme selectivity with only a one-in-two-hundred acceptance rate. As he navigates this new path, Yatora must overcome significant hurdles, including talented rivals, his own limited knowledge of fine arts, and his parents’ disapproval. To claim one of the scarce spots in his desired program, he must prove that his lack of experience does not dictate his potential.

Hiroshi Odokawa is a walrus with an eccentric and straightforward demeanor who leads a seemingly ordinary existence as a taxi driver. During his shifts, he encounters a variety of distinct characters, including Taichi Kabasawa, an unemployed man desperate for internet fame; Miho Shirakawa, an enigmatic nurse; the struggling comedy pair Homo Sapiens; and Dobu, a notorious delinquent. However, Odokawa’s mundane routine is soon shattered when an investigation into a missing girl connects back to him. Consequently, he finds himself pursued by both the yakuza and a pair of dishonest police officers.

Life at high school proceeds with its usual mundane rhythm until a catastrophic event wipes out everyone in the building. Through a miraculous twist of fate, a select group of students is reincarnated into a new world as nobles, princes, and other privileged individuals. However, one girl finds herself in a far worse predicament, reborn as a weak spider. Facing immediate survival challenges, she must navigate numerous dangers to stay alive. Learning that this new reality operates on an RPG-like system, she hunts prey and battles monsters to level up and evolve. As she becomes stronger, she strives for a better existence, hoping her relentless efforts will eventually pay off.

In an anthropomorphic society, the title of Beastar is bestowed upon those who combat prejudice to unite carnivores and herbivores. Cherryton Academy has lacked such a figure for five years, but the murder of an alpaca on campus intensifies inter-species tensions, raising the urgent need for a leader to maintain order. When Louis, the top contender, declines the position and departs, the student council announces that anyone who catches the killer will be named Beastar. Driven by his sense of duty to protect the vulnerable, Legoshi begins his own investigation. His efforts are further complicated by his complicated emotions toward Haru, a white rabbit.

A single picture is said to hold a thousand words, but for Cheng Xiaoshi and Lu Guang, it conceals countless secrets. Operating from a modest establishment called "Time Photo Studio," the two friends offer a unique service: by utilizing their extraordinary ability to enter photographs, they dive into images brought to them by customers and fulfill their requests. Seeing through the photographer's perspective, they relive the moments surrounding the photo and work to uncover how to resolve the client's wish. However, each time they enter a photograph, they face immense danger. One misstep could change the future of the person who took the picture—and possibly trigger a cascade of other events. As the scenarios they are forced to experience within these images begin to hit close to home, they must summon all their strength to set aside their emotions and concentrate on completing the job they were hired to do.

After a new danger emerges against the Kingdom of Liones, the Seven Deadly Sins separate throughout Britannia to fight a broad enemy army. With the team divided, they face three powerful foes, attempt to rescue a missing comrade, and begin saving Elizabeth. However, the circumstances are more complex than they seem. The story uncovers the reality behind the end of the Holy War from three thousand years ago, turning former allies into enemies. This installment progresses the quest of the Seven Deadly Sins and their allies, revealing a massive new strength.

Diablo, the Demon King, has returned, this time disguised as a deity. After a coincidental meeting with High Priest Lumachina Weselia, Diablo and his companions agree to escort the mysterious young woman on a journey to rid the Church of its deeply rooted corruption. Lumachina mistakenly believes Diablo is the true God, a misunderstanding he exploits while protecting her during her inaugural mission to find the virtuous head paladin, Batutta. Along the way, the party grows to include the grasswalker Horn and the Magmatic Maid, Rose. As the group continues their travels, the question remains: can Diablo grant Lumachina's wishes, and will the Demon Lord from another world succeed in maintaining his divine deception?

After his grandfather's death, nineteen-year-old Kazuya Souma, who aspires to be a civil servant, is left completely on his own. He is suddenly summoned to the struggling Elfrieden Kingdom in another world, where he is expected to act as a "hero." With a war against the demon army threatening global peace, Elfrieden called Kazuya as a diplomatic offering to its allies. Refusing to be treated as mere tribute, he opts to revive the kingdom's failing economy through administrative reforms instead of fighting. Abruptly crowned King and betrothed to the princess, the "Realist Hero" Kazuya assembles a team of talented individuals to support his bureaucratic efforts in restoring the nation to prosperity.

Haruto Amakawa, a twenty-year-old university student, dies in a traffic accident and wakes up in another world as a boy named Rio. As his past and present selves blend together, Rio realizes he has acquired magical powers. He takes solace in knowing that his burning wish to avenge his mother's murder is unchanged in his new life. Soon after, Rio instinctively rescues the abducted princess of the Bertram Kingdom. In appreciation, the king grants him admission to the Bertram Royal Academy. Eager for a fresh start, Rio looks forward to studying at the prestigious school, but his life there proves difficult as a boy raised in the slums trying to fit in among the aristocratic elite.

Exhausted from a lifetime of corporate overwork, Azusa Aizawa dies young and is reincarnated by a goddess who grants her immortality in a new world. She chooses a peaceful life, farming, protecting a nearby village, and killing about twenty-five slimes each day for three hundred years. This quiet routine changes when she realizes she has hit Level 99 purely from slime hunting. Though she tries to hide her power to maintain her slow lifestyle, rumors spread. Beings such as the dragon Laika and the elf Halkara come to her home seeking battle or help. As these visitors become close friends and family, Azusa finds that sharing her life with others brings her much more joy than her old solitude.

Fumiya Tomozaki is the undisputed top player of the online game Attack Families, known as Tackfam, across Japan. However, his lack of social skills and charisma leaves him isolated in high school, where he has no friends. Convinced that life is governed by complicated and unfair rules, he accepts his fate as a bottom-tier character in this real-world game. His outlook changes when he meets Aoi Hinami, a popular, intelligent, and outgoing classmate who also happens to be an elite Tackfam player. Shocked by his extreme ineptitude outside of gaming, Aoi decides to help him master what she considers the ultimate game: life itself. As Fumiya takes on the tough challenges of social interactions and relationships, he slowly improves his position in the grand game of existence.

Noir Stalgia is a noble by title, but he sits at the very bottom of the social hierarchy, constantly facing scorn and mistreatment from those around him. His sole edge is a special power to seek advice from the Great Sage, an oracle that can answer any question. After being turned down for a librarian post, Noir enters the Hero Academy, realizing he needs to become stronger to survive there. Following the Great Sage's guidance, he explores a hidden dungeon in the mountains and comes across Olivia Servant, a beautiful girl chained up and imprisoned. Olivia bestows upon him immense abilities that let him reshape reality, but these powers come with a heavy cost: using them drains his life force, endangering his very existence. To replenish his energy, Noir must indulge in physical pleasures, like kissing his childhood friend. Armed with these newfound powers, Noir begins his student life at the Hero Academy, forging new connections and helping his classmates confront the threats ahead.

Following NERV's unsuccessful mission to retrieve the Spears of Longinus and execute the Human Instrumentality Project, the devastation from the Fourth Impact is mostly prevented. In a state of confusion, Shinji Ikari, Asuka Langley Shikinami, and Rei Ayanami arrive at Village 3—a haven for survivors untouched by the planet's destruction. There, Shinji gradually reconciles with his history, building a completely new existence apart from his time as an Evangelion pilot. Meanwhile, NERV readies itself to advance the Instrumentality Project through a new Impact. When WILLE's primary aerial battleship reaches the village, Shinji chooses to board, believing he can contribute by piloting an Evangelion. As fresh revelations come to light and a conflict between WILLE and NERV looms, Earth's destiny hangs in the balance. Can Shinji rescue humanity and the entire world one final time?

Naoya Mukai is overjoyed when his childhood friend Saki Saki finally agrees to go out with him after he confessed to her many times. He is determined to keep their connection strong and devotes himself to spoiling his new girlfriend. But things get wildly unpredictable when Nagisa Minase, who has been preparing for months, confesses her feelings to him one afternoon. Even though Naoya politely turns her down, he finds himself drawn to Nagisa’s undeniable charm and persistence. Wanting to fulfill the desires of both Saki and Nagisa, Naoya comes up with an outrageous plan: they should all date each other at the same time, with complete honesty. This strange setup leads to a series of comedic and ridiculous situations as the three of them try to handle their unusual relationship.

Roku-gou, an elite operative of the evil Kisaragi Corporation, is sent on a mission to help the company conquer the universe. His first task takes him to the kingdom of Grace, where his actions could decide the planet's future. Overconfident in his combat skills, Roku-gou has an extremely conceited attitude. To aid him, Alice Kisaragi, a young android named after the corporation, is assigned as his traveling partner. When they reach the kingdom's border, they encounter Snow, the captain of the royal guard. Snow shows them a broken legendary artifact, and Roku-gou sees an opportunity for a well-earned promotion. During a sacred ceremony, he alters the incantation with an embarrassing line. As punishment, the princess forces Roku-gou to become an honorary knight, which inadvertently allows him to infiltrate the kingdom's upper ranks. Now entrenched in the inner circle, Roku-gou must assist his new employers in fighting the Demon Lord's Army while continuing his duties as a villainous operative for the Kisaragi Corporation.

Kohachi Inugami, a private detective who specializes in occult matters, is summoned to a remote farming village by a local innkeeper to investigate a string of strange incidents where livestock are found rotting or torn apart. At the scene, he notices a peculiar boy working in the fields. Ostracized by his peers and called "Dorotabou" because of his stench, the child is surprised that an adult would pay him any mind. Fascinated, Inugami enlists Dorotabou's help with the investigation, much to the dismay of the villagers. Through their work together, Dorotabou discovers a hidden world where Kemono—creatures that resemble beasts—live alongside humans, and this revelation gives his previously hollow life a newfound purpose.

After losing his family in an explosion, Mirai Kakehashi has lived a life filled with misery and hopelessness. Mistreated daily by the relatives who took him in, his despair reaches a critical point. Standing at the edge of a cliff, he decides to jump, but instead of dying, he falls into a trance and meets Nasse, a winged guardian angel who grants him two incredible powers and urges him to keep living. With these abilities, Mirai experiences a glimpse of the freedom he was never allowed. He is soon pulled into a lethal contest with twelve other participants, where only one can be chosen to become the next God. Driven by a need to safeguard this fragile chance at happiness, Mirai is prepared to do anything to prevent it from being lost.

Kimihiko Kimizuka has always believed he is a magnet for trouble, having been unintentionally dragged into countless criminal cases over the years. His life spirals into chaos when he is kidnapped by strangers and forced onto a plane that is soon hijacked. Amid this crisis, he encounters Siesta, a striking silver-haired woman who resolves the situation all on her own. Siesta introduces herself as a legendary detective and asks Kimihiko to become her sidekick. Though he initially refuses, her persistence eventually persuades him to join her, setting off on a global journey to combat various threats to humanity. But their adventure ends abruptly after three years of unpredictable and joyful experiences, when Siesta suddenly dies. Overcome with grief, Kimihiko tries to wipe all memories of her from his mind. However, as he meets new people, he realizes that the mark Siesta left on his life is far from disappearing.

Far from the battlefront and the dangers of demons near the borderlands of Zoltan, Red, a D-Rank adventurer, has finally realized his lifelong dream of owning an apothecary and living a peaceful life in the countryside through his own hard work. His quiet days are disrupted when Rit, a princess of the Duchy of Loggervia and a fellow adventurer, abandons her royal responsibilities to become his live-in partner and assistant. Though Red appears honest, kind, and well-liked by everyone, he shares a hidden history with Rit: he is actually Gideon, the older brother of Ruti Ragnason, the Hero. After their campaign against the Demon Lord ended, Ares Drowa, the Sage, kicked Red out of the Hero's party, deeming him too weak and unimportant to stay. Despite leaving the party to start a new life with Rit, Red's past refuses to fade away and continues to haunt him.

Between battling monsters and handling diplomacy with neighboring lands, Rimuru Tempest stays busy managing both his kingdom and everyday chores. Whether working on expanding the farms during the hot summer or clearing snow in the cold winter, no job proves too much for Rimuru and his companions.

Kyouya Hashiba’s life has fallen apart. At 28, he left his stable office job to pursue a career in video games, but his internship at a major studio was cut short, leaving him unemployed and back at his parents’ home. He regrets attending a regular university instead of an arts school, and resents the Platinum Generation—his former classmates who have already achieved success. Just when he thinks his fate is sealed, he wakes up ten years in the past, given a rare opportunity to start over. This time, Kyoujo picks art, enrolling at Oonaka University of Art. There, he meets Eiko Kawasegawa, who was his intern supervisor in his original timeline, and becomes friends with his new roommates: Aki Shino, an artist with hidden talent; Nanako Kogure, a gifted singer and actress; and Tsurayuki Rokuonji, a skilled writer. These future members of the Platinum Generation work together on creative projects, pushing each other to unlock their true artistic potential and reshape their futures into the successful lives they always dreamed of.

A group of thirty-six students, along with their school building, is suddenly transported into a seemingly endless void. As some of them develop supernatural abilities, a growing sense of alienation fractures the group. The student council attempts to enforce order, but the students with powers push back against their rigid authority. Through this conflict, they learn that this strange dimension has its own rules, which they must follow to survive. When one student takes a leap of faith, the school shifts to another dimension. Navigating the unique obstacles and conditions of each new world, the students must uncover the truth behind the phenomenon and find a way to return home.

At a trading company, saleswoman Futaba Igarashi has kept her job for nearly two years with the support of her senior colleague, Harumi Takeda. Because of Igarashi's small stature, Takeda frequently jokes with her and treats her like a child, which constantly frustrates her. Nevertheless, Igarashi recognizes Takeda's dependability, as he is always prepared to assist whenever problems arise at their workplace. As they spend more time together, their bond gradually grows beyond just being office coworkers.

After overcoming numerous challenges, Iruma Suzuki is finally living happily among demons while keeping his human identity a secret. More importantly, he has discovered his new goal in life: to keep climbing the ranks in this world! However, that plan hits a snag when Iruma's club gets temporarily disbanded, forcing him to join the student council, which is notorious for its strict treatment of unruly students. Its cold-hearted president is Amelie Azazel, a friend of Iruma's. Even though Iruma struggles to adapt to their rigid schedule and countless rules, he is determined to prove himself and support Amelie alongside the other council members. But trouble erupts when Amelie's personality undergoes a complete transformation due to strange circumstances, threatening the student council's reputation. Can Iruma save them and prevent the entire school from descending into utter chaos?

After being reborn into a new world following a monotonous life, Will awakens to find himself cared for by a skeleton, a ghost, and a mummy. Raised in the decaying ruins of an ancient city, these three undead beings become his family. Blood the skeleton trains him in combat, Gus the ghost teaches him magic, and Mary the mummy instructs him in faith and duty. Most importantly, they show him the meaning of love. As Will grows and learns about his surroundings, he prepares for the day he must venture into the wider world. This journey includes a solemn coming-of-age ritual where individuals swear allegiance to a chosen deity, with the strength of their vow determining the magnitude of the god's blessing. As his departure approaches, Will must confront the truth about his guardians and step into a realm whose current state is unknown to them. In doing so, he discovers that every oath must be fulfilled, no matter the cost.

Long ago, the ancient champions of humanity established a village as a safe haven, with their descendants said to rise to aid the world in moments of great upheaval. This village, Kunlun, sits right next to the notorious "Last Dungeon"—a cursed place where impossibly powerful monsters dwell, and which serves as the everyday hunting grounds for Kunlun's inhabitants. Having grown up defeating formidable enemies since early childhood, Lloyd Belladonna still considers himself the weakest member of his village in terms of magical ability, physical strength, and intelligence. Even so, driven by his dream of becoming a soldier, he journeys to the Kingdom of Azami to enroll in its military academy. But because his upbringing is far removed from ordinary common sense, Lloyd's innate power may turn out to be exactly what is needed to resolve the crises threatening the kingdom.

The cells in a human body are never idle for long; there is always something fresh to experience and learn each day. At least, that is how Hakkekkyuu U-1146 feels as he dashes about, hunting for any germs that might threaten the body. Despite the risks of his job, it is all worthwhile to safeguard the joyful expressions of Sekkekkyuu AE3803, the platelet crew, his fellow neutrophils, and the other cells he encounters along the way. In his newest pathogen-chasing expeditions, Hakkekkyuu U-1146 realizes that even vital cells can sometimes slip up, and that not every bacterium is harmful. Everyone has off days, but it all comes together in the end when their colleagues have their backs. In the end, it is simply another ordinary day for these diligent cells!

Sueharu Maru has been best friends since childhood with Kuroha Shida, one of the most popular girls at Hozumino High School. Kuroha is cute, sociable, and affectionate, fitting the perfect older sister archetype. She constantly has boys begging to date her. But when she confesses her feelings to Sueharu one day, he immediately turns her down—he simply can't see her that way. Besides, his heart is set on his first love: Shirokusa Kachi, the school's idol and a renowned author. After a single fateful encounter, Sueharu believes he has a shot with Kachi. However, he soon discovers that Kachi already has a boyfriend. With his hopes crushed, Sueharu laments what might have been. Then Kuroha steps in with a proposition: "Let's get revenge."