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In Mob Psycho 100, Shigeo Kageyama, an eighth-grade boy known as Mob, has grappled with overwhelming psychic abilities since he was a child. To avoid the hazards these powers pose, he keeps them tightly suppressed, utilizing them solely to impress Tsubomi, a girl he admires, only for her to eventually lose interest. In search of meaning, Mob begins working for Arataka Reigen, a fraudulent psychic who capitalizes on Mob's talents for profit, turning routine exorcisms into a daily occurrence. However, the psychic energy Mob holds back threatens to explode destructively if his intense emotions or concealed power are unleashed, potentially transforming him forever. This looming danger of an eruption persists, making it appear nearly impossible to prevent.

In "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!," Kazuma Satou, a high school student known as a reclusive shut-in, meets a ridiculous demise while walking home with a newly bought video game. He awakens before Aqua, an attractive but infuriatingly useless goddess, who presents him with a choice: move on to the afterlife or be reborn in an ideal fantasy world. Seeking a fresh start, Kazuma selects the latter and is immediately assigned the mission to defeat the mighty Demon King. Before entering this new realm, he is permitted to bring one item with him, and in a misguided move, he chooses Aqua herself. This decision proves to be a critical error, as she lacks any practical abilities. Together, they discover that this world's reality differs vastly from the video games they know; rather than embarking on a grand adventure, they struggle merely to survive, resulting in an endless string of chaotic misfortunes.

After returning from summer break, the students of Kunugigaoka Middle School's Class 3-E face fresh difficulties. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, they must craft increasingly intricate and imaginative schemes to take down their instructor, Koro-sensei, a brilliant, upbeat, and encouraging figure. Eliminating Koro-sensei is not their only worry. Gakuhou Asano, the school's rigid and merciless principal, aims to sabotage Class 3-E by transforming other students into aggressively competitive scholars. Tension rises as both traitors and hired killers vie for the reward on Koro-sensei's life. Nagisa Shiota, one of Class 3-E's most capable assassins, finds himself entangled in the turmoil. While striving to keep his grades up and avert the looming catastrophe, personal conflicts endanger his standing within the group. Together with his devoted classmates, he must face these hurdles head-on.

Kusuo Saiki views his psychic abilities as a curse rather than a blessing. Possessing powers like telepathy and x-ray vision, he merely wishes to lead a mundane, tranquil existence, free from the complications his talents create. Despite his best efforts to conceal his supernatural gifts from those around him, Saiki continually attracts the attention of eccentric individuals, such as the dim-witted Riki Nendou and the paranoid Shun Kaidou. While battling this relentless chaos, Saiki realizes that securing the ordinary life he desperately desires is far more difficult than he ever anticipated.

Sakamoto represents the absolute pinnacle of elegance, grace, and perfection, boasting striking good looks and an impeccable aura. Since his very first day at high school, his stunning appearance, sharp intellect, and captivating presence have left female classmates mesmerized and male students envious. No challenge appears capable of disturbing his poise, as every attempt to embarrass him is effortlessly deflected. His calm demeanor never wavers, and his cleverness remains unmatched. While it is unlikely that any of Sakamoto's classmates or instructors will ever equal his level of brilliance, they may still learn a few valuable lessons along the way.

At the 1600 Battle of Sekigahara, Toyohisa Shimazu commands the rearguard of his retreating forces until he sustains a critical injury. He awakens in a stark, futuristic white corridor where he encounters a composed individual named Murasaki, who guides him through one of many doors into a mysterious realm populated by mythical creatures and historical figures long thought deceased. Toyohisa quickly forges an alliance with the notorious warlord Nobunaga Oda and the renowned archer Yoichi Suketaka Nasu. Together, they discover that this world is ravaged by political strife. The trio learns they have been summoned as Drifters to oppose the Ends, the force responsible for establishing the Orte Empire and seeking the Drifters' destruction. As the Ends' influence expands, the Empire intensifies its oppression of elves and other demihumans. Toyohisa and his diverse band of heroes now face a new global conflict: liberating the Empire's subjugated populations while battling the Ends, who strive to seize total control of the land.

After being crushed to discover his in-game wife was actually a middle-aged man, the naive otaku Hideki "Rusian" Nishimura swears never to trust female players again. Eventually, Rusian joins a new guild with three other members, one of whom controls a female character named Ako. Even though Ako expresses romantic feelings and proposes marriage, Rusian stays suspicious that she is a man in disguise, yet he accepts the proposal because her avatar is so appealing. Matters become more tangled when the guild schedules an offline meetup, which reveals that Ako is not only a real woman but also a classmate of Rusian's at school.

Once considered mere legends, phantoms and yokai are now known to exist alongside humanity after a unique virus altered human perception. This same virus bestowed special abilities upon select individuals, allowing them to battle dangerous spirits. Haruhiko Ichijou and Mai Kawakami are among these empowered youths; Haruhiko utilizes his art to summon and seal phantoms, while Mai channels elemental forces into her martial arts. Joined by the amiable phantom Ruru, they establish Team E at Hosea Academy, an institution focused on managing the erratic nature of these supernatural beings. As the boundaries between reality and the surreal blur, the team must navigate the daily chaos unleashed by the phantoms.

Kae Serinuma is a gentle second-year high schooler and a dedicated otaku with a secret love for BL, or Boy's Love, often daydreaming about her male classmates falling for one another. Despite her kind heart, she is known for being noticeably overweight. After her favorite anime character dies, Kae falls into a deep depression, skipping meals and isolating herself for a week. When she finally returns, she has shed the weight and transformed into a strikingly beautiful girl. This dramatic change draws the attention of four boys from her school who immediately begin competing for her affection. While they pursue her eagerly, Kae's true desire is for them to fall in love with each other. The story follows her efforts to navigate this chaotic situation with her four admirers, all of whom are captivated by her unique, BL-obsessed nature.

For nine generations, the Shikada family has operated Dagashi Kashi, a traditional Japanese candy shop nestled in a quiet rural setting. Kokonotsu Shikada dreams of becoming a manga artist and steadfastly refuses to inherit the family business, causing deep disappointment for his father. His life shifts when the eccentric Hotaru Shidare arrives with the goal of recruiting Kokonotsu's father for the prestigious Shidare Corporation. Although her initial offer is rejected, the elder Shikada proposes a condition: he will reconsider if Hotaru can persuade Kokonotsu to take charge of the shop. Consequently, Hotaru sets out to demonstrate the true joy and nostalgia of traditional dagashi to the reluctant young man.

In the second season of The Asterisk War, Ayato Amagiri and Julis-Alexia von Riessfeld move forward in the Phoenix Festa following an intense battle against Irene and Priscilla Urzaiz. Their progress becomes complicated when it is revealed that Ayato's powers remain sealed, a detail now exposed to their opponents. Facing this major disadvantage, the two must develop new tactics to stay in the competition. As the obstacles become more severe, they confront increasingly powerful enemies.

Aoba Suzukaze has been a devoted fan of the Fairies Story series since childhood, especially drawn to its character designs. After graduating high school, she eagerly applies to Eagle Jump, the company that creates her favorite games. On her first day at work, she is delighted to learn she will be working on Fairies Story 3 under the guidance of lead character designer Kou Yagami. Her new workplace is full of fellow game enthusiasts, including Yun Iijima, who specializes in monster design; Hifumi Takimoto, known for his quiet nature and preference for messaging; Hajime Shinoda, an animator with an extensive collection of figurines; Rin Tooyama, a dedicated art director; Shizuku Hazuki, the game director who often brings her cat to the office; and Umiko Ahagon, the hot-tempered lead programmer. New Game! follows Aoba and her teammates as they face the challenges and successes of game development, from perfecting character designs to solving technical problems that arise during production.

Kazuma Satou is browsing through Wiz's magical items with his party when he comes across a choker that can grant any wish. He decides to put it on, but Wiz then explains that the choker will strangle its wearer to death in four days if their wishes are not fulfilled. To make matters worse, Kazuma has no clear understanding of what he truly wants. Worried about Kazuma's safety, his companions—Aqua, Megumin, and Lalatina Ford "Darkness" Dustiness—all promise to follow his commands and help him realize his wishes, no matter what it takes.

In the high-security prison Nanba, which is specifically built to hold escape artists who are too clever for ordinary facilities, Cell 13 houses four notorious inmates. Juugo is an expert locksmith who has spent most of his life behind bars, Uno is a gambler who relies on instinct, Nico is an otaku whose body reacts unpredictably to various substances, and Rock is a heavy eater and a strong fighter. Together, they continue their mischievous antics, much to the annoyance of the dedicated building supervisor, Hajime Sugoroku, who works tirelessly to keep them under control. The story follows the humorous and dazzling adventures of these inmates and their guards, set against a backdrop of daily routines like three meals a day and special events such as sports festivals. Even though they are confined, the conditions at Nanba are tolerable enough that for these four, it almost feels like home.

These specials are included in the DVD and Blu-ray releases of the anime, featuring original stories penned by ONE, the series' mangaka. The first special, "Shinobiyori-sugiru Kage," occurs following Saitama's battle with Mosquito Girl. It depicts Genos suspiciously and persistently tailing Saitama in an attempt to uncover the secret behind his power. Meanwhile, a mysterious individual with a "certain reason" for holding a grudge against Saitama makes an appearance. 2: "Hanashibeta-sugiru Deishi" 3: "Kojire-sugiru Ninja" 4: "Gouin-sugiru Bang" 5: "Iroiro Ari-sugiru Kyoudai" 6: "Fukanou-sugiru Satsujin Jiken"

Believing that everyone despises him, Sei Handa navigates his high school life as a lone figure. Unbeknownst to him, he is actually the most adored student at school, celebrated for his exceptional calligraphy, good looks, and calm demeanor. A series of persistent misunderstandings leads Handa to perceive the admiration of his numerous fans as harassment, prompting the school's idol to withdraw from his peers. Yet, his attempts to remain isolated do nothing to diminish their devotion; instead, they often have the opposite effect, turning even the skeptics into loyal followers. From fashion models to solitary tough kids, obsessive fans to others, none can resist the charm of Sei Handa.

In "This Art Club Has a Problem!," Mizuki Usami is fully committed to her school's art club, but she discovers she is the only one who truly participates. The club president is always asleep during meetings, while Collette has stopped attending any club activities altogether. Subaru Uchimaki has the ability to win awards but spends his time drawing his ideal 2D wife instead. As Usami tries to organize regular art club activities, her efforts are constantly blocked by her uncooperative club members and her developing feelings for Subaru.

Hida Kizuna possesses the Heart Hybrid Gear (HHG) ability, but its power is not strong enough to make him particularly important. His older sister calls him to transfer to a strategic defense academy, where the students—many of them large-breasted girls—use their HHG abilities to fight invaders from another world while wearing extremely skimpy pilot outfits. Kizuna's combat skill fails to measure up, but his sister has another plan: getting the girls to share erotic experiences with Kizuna so that they can restore their energy or power up. It looks like his new school life will be full of embarrassment!

This OVA adapts a story from volume 10.5 centered on Iroha Isshiki. After accepting a weekend invitation, Hachiman Hikigaya joins Iroha Isshiki on a tour of Chiba Prefecture to gather ideas for what would make an ideal date with Hayato Hayama. Without any set itinerary, the two wander from place to place, seemingly enjoying each other's company. Through these honest and straightforward interactions, the concept of what it truly means to be genuine continues to occupy Hachiman's thoughts, influencing his perspective on the future of the Volunteer Service Club and its members. This OVA is bundled with the limited edition of the Yahari Game demo Ore no Seishun Love Come wa Machigatteiru. Zoku PlayStation Vita game from 5pb.

Third season of the Monogatari Series, part 2/5. Adapts the arcs Koyomi Stone, Koyomi Flower, Koyomi Sand, Koyomi Water, Koyomi Wind, Koyomi Tree, Koyomi Tea, Koyomi Mountain, Koyomi Torus, Koyomi Seed, Koyomi Nothing, and Koyomi Dead from the Koyomimonogatari light novel. “You’re looking for a horror story? I wish I got one for you." Untold stories… one per month for one year… Taking place between other Monogatari stories, a chapter not yet told surrounds Koyomi Araragi and the strange happenings he gets pulled into over the course of a year. With one episode told per month, the story unravels in this 12 episode-long series of shorts. Premiered on the Japan-exclusive Koyomimonogatari mobile app.

Nijiiro Days centers on the romantic lives of four high school boys: Natsuki Hashiba, a dreamer with delusions of love; Tomoya Matsunaga, a narcissistic playboy juggling several girlfriends at once; Keiichi Katakura, a sadist with a kinky streak who never goes anywhere without his whip; and Tsuyoshi Naoe, an otaku whose girlfriend is into cosplay. When Natsuki's girlfriend dumps him without warning on Christmas Eve, he breaks down sobbing right in the middle of the street. A girl wearing a Santa Claus suit hands him some tissues, and he instantly falls head over heels for her. As luck would have it, this girl—Anna Kobayakawa—goes to the same school as him. Natsuki's pursuit of Anna should have been smooth and uneventful; however, to his dismay, his nosy friends keep meddling in his relationship while trying to make their own romantic ambitions come true.

In the modern, verdant city of Kazamatsuri, famous for its lush scenery and deep Japanese traditions, lives Kotarou Tennouji, a high school student who stands out from the crowd. Proud and curious, he constantly seeks amusement, often bothering his self-proclaimed delinquent friend Haruhiko and nursing a crush on the eccentric Kotori. With a unique ability to permanently modify parts of his own body to enhance strength or agility, Kotarou is naturally attracted to the supernatural. He meets Akane Senri, the lone member and president of the Occult Research Club, known as the "Witch," which prompts the club's revival. Together with Kotori, he recruits four others: the clumsy transfer student Chihaya, the strict class representative Lucia, and the quiet Shizuru. As Kotarou investigates the hidden secrets of each club member through their shared experiences, he confronts a fate that may be only his to rewrite.

In Flip Flappers, Cocona is an ordinary middle school student living with her grandmother and uncertain about her future. She meets the energetic Papika, who convinces her to join the group Flip Flap. With Papika's enthusiasm, Cocona enters Pure Illusion, a strange parallel world, where she helps Papika gather crystal fragments. After completing their task, they are sent to another part of Pure Illusion. A threatening creature appears, forcing Cocona and Papika to use their crystals to transform into magical girls—Pure Blade and Pure Barrier, respectively. While fighting the monster, three rivals from a competing organization arrive, kill the creature, and take a relic from its remains. Afterwards, Cocona and Papika realize that to face both their enemies and the dangers of Pure Illusion, they must work together and synchronize their emotions to improve their transformations.

Following the events on the 18th floor of the dungeon, Bell Cranel and his party set out for the surface. However, their journey is halted when they discover an unfamiliar section of the dungeon housing an unexpected feature: a hot spring. The group agrees to rest and relax after their recent challenges. Yet, as they enjoy the bath, they start to suspect that the hot spring may hide some malevolent secret.

At first glance, Galko, Otako, and Ojou appear to be ordinary high school girls with clearly distinct personalities. Galko projects an outgoing, party-loving image, but underneath she is genuinely innocent and caring. Otako has plain looks and a sharp tongue, yet she carries a deep devotion to manga. Ojou hails from a wealthy family and carries herself with refined manners, though she can be absent-minded on occasion. Despite their differences, the three share a close friendship and enjoy animated conversations about various urban legends and openly discuss topics related to the female body. "Please Tell Me! Galko-chan" is a cheerful, laid-back series that follows these three unique friends as they have frank talks about personal issues and the ordinary events of daily life. They tackle every subject—whether trivial or delicate—with humor, even if Galko occasionally feels a twinge of awkwardness during their chats.

The second season of Okusama ga Seitokaichou! picks up where the first left off. Izumi Hayato originally ran for student council president, but a beautiful girl won the election by promising to liberalize love and tossing condoms into the crowd, leaving him as vice president. During the first student council meeting, the newly-elected president invites herself to Izumi's house. There, she promptly declares that she will become Izumi's wife, thanks to an agreement their parents made—facilitated by alcohol—when they were both only three years old.

In Hachimitsu Private Academy, five male students have been released from their harsh captors and returned to their cherished school environment filled with girls in short skirts. Now free, life seems perfect for the group. Kiyoshi Fujino and Shingo Wakamoto have grown close to their female peers; Reiji Andou remains a focal point due to his masochistic nature; and Takehito "Gakuto" Morokuzu, known for his embarrassing habit of soiling himself in class, has formed a friendship with the clumsy but kind-hearted Mitsuko Yokoyama. Unlike his comrades, Jouji "Joe" Nezu finds it difficult to adapt back to student life. The unexpected romantic progress of his friend Gakuto aggravates Joe, pushing him to the brink. He starts to question whether life was better when they were imprisoned.

In WWW.WAGNARIA!!, Daisuke Higashida, a hardworking first-year student at Higashizaka High School, lives a peaceful existence troubled solely by his dissatisfaction with his family, whose absence of joy exhausts him. His life is upended when his father's company goes bankrupt, costing him his allowance, phone fees, and train pass. Complying with his father's order to seek part-time work, Daisuke opts for a nearby family restaurant to evade biking the lengthy 15-kilometer journey to school.

In Ogikubo, the lone Space Immigration Zone where humans and aliens live together in a unique mix, Luluco is an energetic middle school student who dreams of an ordinary life. One morning, her father—an employee of the Space Patrol—takes a dangerous sleep capsule and turns into a solid block. While trying to help him, Luluco accidentally shatters him. Rushing to his workplace for assistance, she meets Over Justice, the Space Patrol's leader, who recruits her as a temporary operative to investigate criminal activity at her school. Wearing the Space Patrol suit and sent out to enforce law and order, Luluco tries to maintain the appearance of an average student. But she soon realizes that the suit's automated functions and its overwhelming drive for justice make blending in far more difficult than she anticipated.

In "Super Lovers," Haru Kaidou, the eldest son of his family, travels to Canada after learning his mother is seriously ill. When he arrives, Haru finds out that his mother tricked him, and he is now responsible for looking after his adopted brother, Ren Kaidou, a quiet boy who feels more comfortable around dogs than people. At first, Haru struggles to connect with Ren because of his distrust, but as time passes, their relationship grows closer. Haru makes a promise to Ren that they will live together in Japan after he finishes high school. Unfortunately, a major accident causes Haru to lose all memories of the summer they spent together, including this promise. Five years later, Ren shows up in Tokyo, expecting Haru to keep his word. To Haru, though, Ren is just a stranger who claims to be his brother.

From childhood, Ryuuichi Naruhodou has aspired to be a defense attorney who protects the innocent. But when he begins his legal career under the guidance of his mentor Chihiro Ayasato, he discovers the courtroom is a harsh, competitive battleground. In this high-pressure setting, Ryuuichi must rely on his wits to expose the true nature of each crime and prove his clients' innocence. In Gyakuten Saiban: Sono "Shinjitsu", Igi Ari!, Ryuuichi handles numerous cases to clear those falsely accused. He faces many obstacles, especially the relentless prosecutor Reiji Mitsurugi, who seeks convictions by any means necessary. Pushed into a corner, Ryuuichi must carefully examine evidence and question witnesses to uncover the truth in every trial. With a cry of "objection!" the intense courtroom drama begins.

Hanae Ashiya's first week of high school is a disaster; he spends it in the school infirmary because of a strange illness that only gets worse. The problem started when a weird, fuzzy creature latched onto him after a random encounter just before the term began. As Hanae's condition deteriorates and the creature swells, he notices a flyer advertising an exorcist who deals with yokai. With no other options and growing desperation, he calls the number and is directed to the Mononokean, a tea room that appears out of nowhere next to the infirmary. A gloomy man named Haruitsuki Abeno agrees to help Hanae but asks for payment. Since he cannot afford it, Hanae ends up working at the Mononokean to pay off his debt. To make things worse, his new boss turns out to be one of his classmates. To settle what he owes, Hanae must join forces with Abeno to guide a series of dangerous, strange, and fascinating yokai back to the Underworld.

In an alternate version of Fuyuki City, Illyasviel "Illya" von Einzbern wakes up confused and alone, finding her home destroyed and a massive crater at the center of town. Despite it being summer, snow covers the ground, leaving the young elementary school student disoriented as she has lost track of her friends and her wand, Ruby. When Illya reaches the remains of her house, she meets a girl with amnesia, wearing a gym uniform despite the freezing weather. This mysterious girl, known only as Tanaka, has no memory of her location or how she got there, but she seems to know where Rin Toosaka, Miyu Edelfelt, and Illya's other missing friends are. With the Ainsworth family, the rulers of this parallel world, chasing them, Illya and Tanaka must avoid their agents. Will these two find a way to restore the world to its original state?

In a single year, lives can be completely transformed. For the students of Kunugigaoka Junior High's Class 3-E, the 365 days spent with their extraordinary teacher, Koro-sensei, became a journey of profound change. When former students Nagisa Shiota and Karma Akabane revisit their old classroom, they are swept up in memories of that incredible time. Surrounded by familiar desks, chalkboards, and class albums, Nagisa and Karma reflect on the experiences that forged them into skilled assassins and prepared them for life after school. These recollections stand as a testament to their octopus-like teacher, who gave them a mission: assassinate him by the end of the school year, or face global destruction. That was the legacy of their time in the bizarre yet unforgettable "Assassination Classroom."

In "The Moment You Fall in Love," after practicing confessions with Yuu Setoguchi, Natsuki Enomoto's younger sibling Kotarou and Yuu's sister Hina find it difficult to express their developing romantic feelings. Though Hina's first meeting with upperclassman Koyuki Ayase in middle school was awkward, she is drawn in by his gentle demeanor. Initially puzzled by these new emotions, she eventually understands that she has fallen in love. Inspired by her admiration for both her brother Yuu and Koyuki, Hina decides to attend Sakuragaoka High School. However, the intricacies of love begin to affect her friendships and relationships. With her lively yet thoughtful personality, Hina strives to confess her feelings to the kind-hearted Koyuki. Meanwhile, Kotarou, unaware of his own growing affection for her, focuses on ensuring Hina's happiness. "The Moment You Fall in Love" depicts the high school experiences of Hina, Kotarou, and Koyuki as they face the challenges and joys of young love, forming new bonds while risking the disruption of existing ones.

In "First Love Monster," Kaho Nikaidou starts her freshman year as a member of a wealthy family. Because of her background, everyone around her has always treated her cautiously, never wanting to cause trouble. Wanting to experience honest relationships without her family's influence, Kaho decides to live in a dormitory when the new school term begins. Shortly after arriving, Kaho almost gets hit in the street, but a tall, handsome stranger pulls her to safety. Intrigued, she asks for his name, but he simply calls her weird and walks away. His blunt attitude fascinates her, and she finds herself falling for the mysterious boy. When they meet again, Kaho learns his name is Kanade Takahashi and immediately confesses her feelings. He agrees to be her boyfriend but warns her that she might change her mind once she learns his secret. The truth shocks Kaho: Kanade is actually a fifth grader. Though she initially plans to break up over this, Kaho gradually grows closer to Kanade, charmed by his pure and warm personality. "First Love Monster" follows Kaho as she experiences her first romance with Kanade, her young but endearing partner.

During a standard medical checkup, Miia, Centorea, and Mero find they have put on some extra weight thanks to Kimihito Kurusu's tasty home-cooked meals. Polt comes to their aid by letting them use her brand-new swimming pool and fitness center ahead of its grand opening. But what begins as a workout quickly turns into a display of their fierce rivalry. Meanwhile, Rachnera Arachnera gets a letter from her previous host family, who want to make amends for the events that led to her transfer. The family's aim is more than an apology; they hope to have Rachnera come back. When Ren Kunanzuki, the family's daughter, shows up unannounced at Kimihito's home, the group must persuade her to let Rachnera stay where she is.

A 25-year-old red panda named Retsuko faces daily stress at her workplace, where her boss makes sexist remarks and her coworkers treat her with condescension. Despite her hard work and commitment, her small stature and gentle nature often make her an easy target. When her frustration reaches its limit, Retsuko copes by imagining herself performing aggressive death metal karaoke, screaming about the hypocrisy and ridiculousness of her colleagues and corporate life. Although this cathartic fantasy stays only in her head, it gives her an essential way to deal with her anger in a society fixated on status and appearances.

In Momokuri, second-year student Yuki Kurihara secretly takes over a hundred photos of her crush, first-year student Shinya "Momo" Momotsuki, and shadows him for months before finally gathering the courage to confess. Though surprised, the shy Momo agrees to date her, unaware of her unsettling habits, like covertly snapping pictures of him, digging into his personal life, hoarding his used straws, and regularly spying on him. Yuki's sensible friend Norika Mizuyama has taken note of these worrying tendencies. Meanwhile, Momo, still nervous and inexperienced with romance, sometimes ends up in awkward situations but is determined to make Yuki happy. The story follows the couple as they cautiously navigate their budding relationship and the hurdles they encounter together.

Working as a public servant in his dream job, Raku Ichijou comes home every day to his devoted wife, escaping the stresses of work. With daily home-cooked meals and endless love from his wife, Ichijou feels incredibly content, though this idyllic life might not be all it seems. The peace of Boyari City is still at risk because of Dr. Maiko's actions. The Magical Princess, who governs the Land of Magic, instructs Magical Patissiere Kosaki, Magical Police Marika, and Magical Gorilla Chitoge to put an end to Dr. Maiko’s threats once and for all. To prevent history from repeating itself, they need to devise a completely new strategy to overcome the unpredictable antagonist.

Across the nine provinces of Kyushu, an ancient prophecy foretold that descending comets would drain the spiritual energies of heaven and earth, plunging the world into chaos. The comets arrived unexpectedly but caused no harm. Shortly afterward, a boy named Ouriku was born in a remote village within the Sokei region, seemingly linked to this celestial event. Twelve years later, as people's memories of the incident fade, the Reikenzan clan—one of the five supreme sects—holds an examination to recruit new disciples destined for sagehood. Ouriku journeys to the test site with his servant Ouchou, unaware that the organizer, the outwardly refined Oubu, is in truth notoriously reckless and unpredictable. The story follows Ouriku as he confronts these trials, striving to obtain the power of a sage.

Sakamoto possesses everything—charisma, intelligence, and the charm to thrive in any circumstance. His former classmates still recall him with reverence, remembering the time he attended their school before relocating to America. Picturing his life overseas, they believe that only the esteemed NASA would be fitting for someone so flawless. Even though he is far away, Sakamoto still makes a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to have been part of his world.

Within Yoshiwara's red-light district, the forbidden love incense "Aizen Kou" has resurfaced, causing anyone who inhales it to fall for the first person they see. Once believed to have been eliminated, this potent substance is once again creating chaos within Yoshiwara. Among those affected is Tsukuyo, the cold-hearted captain of the Hyakka. The first individual she lays eyes on after exposure to the incense is Gintoki Sakata, the bold leader of the Yorozuya. Unknown to others, Tsukuyo had already harbored hidden feelings for Gintoki, now amplified by the incense's effects. She must struggle against her sudden infatuation while collaborating with the Yorozuya to restore Yoshiwara to its normal state.

A preview in Jump SQ's September issue revealed that the fifteenth volume of To LOVE-Ru Darkness will include a new OVA, scheduled for release on January 4. The OVA consists of two episodes, each with a total runtime of 25 minutes. The first episode, "Ghost Story Kowai no wa Ikaga," is based on a side story from volume nine. The second episode, "Clinic Sunao ni Narenakute," adapts chapter 38.

During 2205, a sage named Saniwa possesses the power to imbue lifeless objects with vitality. Meanwhile, sinister forces scheme to journey through time and alter the course of history. Opposing these threats are the Saniwa and their most powerful creations: ancient Japanese swords that take the form of handsome young men. Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru centers on Yamatonokami Yasusada, the cherished uchigatana once belonging to Souji Okita, as he experiences his first day at the Saniwa's fortress. There, he meets again his old friend Kashuu Kiyomitsu, and together they partake in the everyday adventures of their sword comrades. Whether taking part in lively snowball fights or greeting new arrivals at the stronghold, they treasure every instant. However, whenever called upon by the government, these swords stand always ready to fulfill their duty of safeguarding history.

As the Grand Magic Games remain undecided, Fairy Tail's guild master Makarov Dreyar proposes settling the tie with a rock-paper-scissors match between Team A and Team B, allowing the winners to demand anything from the losers. Laxus Dreyar takes advantage of this by ordering Natsu Dragneel and his friends to complete an impossible task: retrieving a missing stone. Elsewhere, the women of Fairy Tail relax in a bathhouse with their first master, Mavis Vermillion, and notice her unusual sadness despite the calm setting. The arrival of Warrod Sequen reveals an old story about Mavis hiding a mysterious treasure. Hoping to lift Mavis's spirits, Natsu and his team set out to find this treasure, only to discover a long-standing dispute among the guild's founders. Fairy Tail's members work together to fill their hometown of Magnolia with the Christmas spirit. After a tiring day of preparations, Natsu and the others gather to celebrate with festivities and games, leading to a night full of typical Fairy Tail chaos.

Amid a new crisis where Digimon, digital creatures, are becoming more aggressive and powerful while invading the human world, Maki Himekawa and Daigo Nishijima—members of the mysterious Incorporated Administrative Agency—are working to understand these events. Most of the Chosen Children are busy preparing for Tsukishima General High School’s upcoming summer festival. Having just returned from the United States, Mimi Tachikawa struggles to reconnect with both her classmates and the other Chosen Children. Meanwhile, Jou Kido focuses entirely on his studies, deliberately avoiding anything related to Digimon, which causes his partner Gomamon to leave. Despite the growing threat from infected Digimon, the choices made by Mimi and Jou create tension within their group. Can they resolve their personal issues in time to help their friends face the escalating danger?

The Straw Hat Pirates encounter Olga, a girl who fled the vanished island of Alchemi. Alchemi was once famous for its metalworking and the creation of the immensely valuable Pure Gold, but the island disappeared two hundred years ago. Olga is now being chased by the Marines, who are interested in the Pure Gold. Gildo Tesoro, who controls the Navy headquarters and the black market, learns of Olga and hires the treasure hunter Mad Treasure to track her down. The Straw Hats team up with Olga to search for the Pure Gold, while she plans to use them and the treasure to make herself wealthy.

Subaru Natsuki is unexpectedly sent to a different world, where he faces nothing but anxiety and difficulty—yet there remains a glimmer of hope for relief. Within the Kingdom of Lugunica, a domain filled with enchanting stories and lively characters waits to be explored. As Subaru explores this magical realm, he starts to notice similarities between it and his previous existence.

A bear teaching someone about city living? Let's hope it's sufficient for Machi Amayadori's sake! The young shrine maiden has lived her entire life in the remote mountains alongside her talking bear companion, Natsu. At fourteen years old, Machi is determined to leave and enroll in a high school located in a bustling city. Can Natsu truly prepare her for the urban obstacles that lie ahead? Or will his peculiar training techniques prove too overwhelming for Machi to handle?

In "Digimon Adventure tri.," the Chosen Children are struggling with the betrayal of Meicoomon, a digital partner who recently joined their group alongside her human partner, Meiko Mochizuki. Koushirou Izumi is determined to uncover the reason behind Meicoomon's loss of control. Meanwhile, Takeru Takaishi notices that his Digimon partner, Patamon, is showing alarming symptoms similar to those seen in other infected Digimon like Meicoomon. Unexpectedly, the Chosen Children receive a critical warning from Homeostasis, a mysterious entity that reveals the imminent danger threatening both the human world and the Digital World, the realm of the Digimon. Homeostasis intends to execute a "Reboot" to eliminate the digital infection by resetting all data in the Digital World. While this action will remove the infection, it will also erase the memories of every Digimon, including those partnered with the Children. Can the Chosen Children stop Meicoomon's threat and prevent the Reboot, or is this the end of their adventure with their Digimon friends?

Ryou Sakaguchi lives an ordinary high school life, but he has a unique hobby—he is a fudanshi, someone who loves reading boys' love manga and imagining romantic scenarios between the boys around him. His greatest wish is to find others who share this interest. His dream comes true as Sakaguchi meets a variety of like-minded people. These include Rumi Nishihara, a closeted fujoshi eager to talk about boys' love with him; Yuujirou Shiratori, the openly gay president of the school's cooking club; Akira Ueda, Shiratori's devoted follower who will do anything for the person they admire; and Daigo, a mischievous fudanshi and well-known author of boys' love doujinshi. Through these otaku adventures, Sakaguchi's best friend, Toshiaki Nakamura, remains supportive, though he wishes their peers would act more normally.

This compilation of extra shorts builds on the second season of Assassination Classroom, adapting manga chapters that were left out of the main TV series. It specifically includes volume nine's chapter 78, "Takebayashi no Jikan," and chapter 79, "Shihaisha no Jikan, Ni Jikanme."

In "Kamisama Hajimemashita: Kamisama, Shiawase ni Naru," Nanami Momozono, the deity of Mikage Shrine, and her fox companion, Tomoe, confront a serious trial presented by the deity Ookuninushi. If Tomoe's desire to become human is granted, he will have to endure life as a mortal, while Nanami will likewise return to human form. As they look back on their past experiences and consider what lies ahead, Nanami struggles with planning their new life, especially as her high school graduation draws near. Regardless of which direction they choose, the connection between Tomoe and Nanami remains unbreakable.

In a world where test scores determine your entire future, the classroom becomes a brutal arena. Passing exams means a prosperous life, while failing condemns you to endless hardship. Only the most clever or resourceful students can survive this harsh reality. Two main approaches exist: hardcore studying or mastering the art of cheating. Those who focus on studying are known as "Learning Type" students, and they must partner with a "Cheating Type" counterpart to outshine rivals and achieve the highest scores. Zhuge Mu Ming, a skilled cheater, and Qiao Yi Huang, a dedicated scholar, start off working together to conquer the exams. However, their partnership quickly falls apart, and they go their separate ways as bitter opponents. Can each one succeed on their own? And in the end, who will overcome the immense obstacles and emerge victorious?

Habahiro Hige is an ordinary office worker with an intense love for Tabekko Marshmallows. His daily routine is frequently interrupted by his 24-year-old coworker, Iori Wakabayashi, who delights in tormenting him and exploiting his marshmallow obsession. She provokes him by eating the candies in front of him, buying his favorite kinds from convenience stores, and embarrassing him before their supervisor. Despite her friends' confusion about her interest in him, Iori is drawn to Habahiro's plump, marshmallow-like physique and is determined to win his affection. Secretly, Iori aims to lure him into a romantic connection, believing that appealing to his taste buds is key to capturing his heart. With a bag of sweets in hand, she persistently pursues him, hoping he will eventually see beyond her games. The story unfolds as it questions whether Habahiro will realize that their playful interactions could develop into something more.

Hane Sakura has a tough time getting to school, struggling each morning to pedal her bicycle up a steep hill. One day, she encounters Onsa Amano, a passionate motorcycle enthusiast, who introduces her to the school's motorcycle club. The club is led by the quiet and composed Raimu Kawasaki. Even though Sakura has no experience with motorcycles, she becomes determined to learn how to ride and recapture the excitement she felt during her first biking experience. With the support of her friends—Baita, a talking motorcycle; Rin Suzunoki, a dedicated Suzuki fan; Hijiri Minowa, a wealthy student who wants to act like a delinquent; and professional racer Chisame Nakano—Sakura works toward getting her motorcycle license. Along the way, she discovers both the joys and challenges of motorcycling.

This special edition, packaged with the eleventh volume of the light novel series, spotlights the combat maids known as the Pleiades and the other Floor Guardians as they appear in the forthcoming anime adaptation.

Following her father's failed business venture, Youko Nishikawa transitions from a life of affluence to one of hardship, compelling her to shed her regal attitude and strive to blend in at her all-female high school. One day, while having lunch alone in a nearby forest, she encounters Futaba Odagiri, an energetic transfer student, and Teru Hayama, a seemingly naive yet candid and sometimes abrasive individual. Despite their differing personalities, the trio—each with the kanji for leaf in their names—develop an unlikely friendship as they experience the spontaneous and amusing challenges of high school life together. "Sansha Sanyou" is a cheerful and endearing tale centered around three unique friends as they navigate the everyday hurdles of adolescence and school life.

A special unaired episode of Musaigen no Phantom World bundled with the series' seventh DVD/BD volume.