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In Dr. Stone, high schooler Taiju Ooki spends five years holding back his feelings until he finally decides to confess to Yuzuriha Ogawa. Just as he is about to speak, a mysterious green light engulfs the Earth, instantly turning every human into stone. Thousands of years later, Taiju awakens to a world where nature has reclaimed everything and humanity lies petrified. He soon finds another survivor: his scientifically minded friend Senkuu, who has been conscious for months. Senkuu outlines a plan to restore civilization through the power of science. Combining Taiju's physical might with Senkuu's intellect, the duo forms a powerful team and devises a method to revive the petrified. As they advance, Senkuu's strategies encounter resistance from newly awakened individuals who doubt his approach, while the true cause of the global petrification remains a mystery.

At the elite Shuchiin Academy, Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya serve as the student body's most distinguished leaders. Miyuki, hailed as the nation's top scholar and respected by both students and staff, holds the title of student council president. His counterpart, Vice President Kaguya, the eldest daughter of the powerful Shinomiya family, matches him in every achievement. Revered across the campus, they are frequently viewed as the perfect couple. Despite mutual romantic feelings, neither Miyuki nor Kaguya is willing to make the first move. Admitting love first would mean losing prestige and appearing inferior. Consequently, fueled by pride and determination, they launch a strategic battle to make the other confess without ever surrendering the advantage.

After defeating Boros and his army, Saitama goes back to his normal life in Z-City. Yet, monster attacks become more frequent, putting a heavy strain on the Hero Association's resources. To cope, the organization hatches a daring scheme to enlist criminals as temporary allies. At the first recruitment gathering, a mysterious figure named Garou steps forward, claims to be a monster, and immediately launches a brutal attack on those present. Garou's assault on the Hero Association only grows worse as he overwhelms every hero he faces. It eventually comes to light that he was once the top student of the famous martial artist Silverfang, though his true intentions remain a mystery. Regardless, this powerful adversary seems impossible to defeat. Intrigued by the enigma of this new threat and motivated by a cash prize, Saitama decides to join a peculiar martial arts tournament. As the tournament unfolds and Garou's attacks persist, a massive danger arises that threatens all of humanity. Could this be the devastating catastrophe predicted by the seer Madame Shibabawa?

In Mob Psycho 100 II, Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama continues to mature, developing a sharper understanding of how his psychic powers impact those nearby. Partnering with his mentor Reigen Arataka, he tackles various supernatural occurrences, ranging from exorcisms to debunking local myths. However, Mob no longer follows Reigen without question; the struggles of possessing immense psychic strength have left a lasting mark. As they encounter increasingly perilous and unsettling threats, the atmosphere grows darker and more serious, reflecting the gravity of these new challenges.

In "The Quintessential Quintuplets," Fuutarou Uesugi is an academic prodigy whose personal life is far from simple. His reserved nature and preference for isolation have left him friendless, while his household faces severe financial strain due to his father's massive debts. During a lunch break, Uesugi clashes with a new female transfer student over a seat, sparking immediate mutual animosity. Later that same day, he seizes an opportunity to alleviate his family's monetary crisis: a high-paying private tutoring gig for a wealthy family's daughter, boasting a fee five times the standard rate. Upon accepting the role, Uesugi is stunned to discover the client is Itsuki Nakano, the very girl from his earlier confrontation. Even as Uesugi attempts to reconcile with Itsuki, he soon understands his troubles are only just starting. Itsuki is one of a set of quintuplets, and he is now tasked with tutoring her sisters—Miku, Yotsuba, Nino, and Ichika—as well. Each sister is teetering on the brink of failing their classes, yet all stubbornly refuse to accept a tutor. With his family's future hanging in the balance, Uesugi is determined to break through the sisters' resistance to studying and steer them toward academic success.

In "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! - Legend of Crimson," the Crimson Demons, the clan of Megumin and Yunyun, strike fear into the Demon Lord's army for a very specific reason. Their command of high-level, overwhelmingly powerful magic makes them nearly invulnerable to any assaults launched by the Demon Lord's generals. When a letter arrives suggesting a looming crisis in her hometown, Yunyun immediately alerts Kazuma Satou and the rest of the group. A series of comedic misunderstandings soon reveals the message was actually a trick orchestrated by an aspiring author among the demons. Nevertheless, Megumin grows uneasy regarding her family and decides to return to the Crimson Demons' village along with the others. As they explore the sights of Megumin's home, the party begins to suspect that the seemingly minor warning they received might have held some truth after all.

Seiya Ryuuguu takes the adage "better safe than sorry" to heart after being summoned by the goddess Ristarte to rescue the world of Gaeabrande from annihilation. Although he possesses overwhelmingly powerful abilities, he dedicates an excessive amount of time to training and preparation. In the name of caution, he unleashes his strongest skills against weak enemies and stockpiles vast quantities of supplies and potions. While this overly cautious approach may frustrate some, it could very well be the very thing that preserves Gaeabrande, a world overrun by pervasive evil forces.

In the land of Earlshide, Merlin Wolford is celebrated as a national hero for his incredible power and achievements. Desiring a tranquil existence, he withdraws to a secluded village to raise an orphan he saved. This child is Shin, a former Japanese salaryman who has been reincarnated into this world with his previous memories intact. As time passes, Shin displays remarkable aptitude in both magic and battle, constantly astonishing Merlin with his potential. By his fifteenth birthday, it becomes evident that Shin's skills are overly focused on combat, rendering him socially inept, lacking in common sense, and prone to impulsive actions. To correct these shortcomings, he joins the kingdom's Magic Academy to mature alongside his classmates. Yet, his dream of a quiet life is shattered as he immediately becomes famous upon arrival. While adapting to life at the capital's academy, Shin Wolford builds friendships, discovers his new surroundings, and confronts the various evil forces endangering him and his city.

In Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun, fourteen-year-old Iruma Suzuki is a boy perpetually plagued by bad luck, toiling away to support his neglectful parents. One fateful day, he learns they have sold him to a demon named Sullivan. To his astonishment, Sullivan, who has always yearned for a grandchild, warmly embraces Iruma and enrolls him at the elite demon academy, Babyls. At first, Iruma attempts to stay under the radar, fearing his classmates will discover he is human. However, concealing his identity becomes nearly impossible since Sullivan serves as the school's chairman, leading everyone to believe Iruma is destined to become the next Demon King. Iruma soon finds himself in an outrageous predicament when forced to recite a forbidden spell before the entire student body, earning him an unwanted reputation. Despite this, he continues to face increasingly bizarre and absurd situations.

In ORESUKI Are you the only one who loves me?, Amatsuyu "Jouro" Kisaragi, an apparently ordinary second-year high schooler, finds himself on two dates in one weekend. He first goes out with Student Council President Sakura "Cosmos" Akino, then with his childhood friend Aoi "Himawari" Hinata. To his shock, both girls confess their feelings, not for Jouro, but for his best friend, Taiyou "Sun-chan" Ooga, the ace pitcher of the baseball team. Playing the role of a romantic counselor, Jouro agrees to help Cosmos and Himawari win Sun-chan's heart. However, Jouro's cheerful and oblivious demeanor is merely a mask designed to mimic a typical rom-com protagonist. Beneath this facade lies a cunning strategist with a hidden agenda: he plans to manipulate Sun-chan into choosing between Cosmos or Himawari, leaving Jouro free to pursue the girl who remains. His meticulously crafted schemes face disruption from Sumireko "Pansy" Sanshokuin, a melancholic girl in glasses who sees through Jouro's true motives and confesses her love for the real him. Trapped in a web of deception, pitfalls, and confusion, the five teenagers navigate their tangled romantic ambitions.

In We Never Learn: BOKUBEN, Nariyuki Yuiga, a hardworking third-year high schooler from a modest family, strives to earn the exclusive VIP scholarship that would fully fund his university education. The headmaster agrees to award him this prize on a single condition: Yuiga must tutor the school's elite students in their weakest subjects. His charges include Rizu Ogata, a mathematical prodigy who wishes to study humanities; Fumino Furuhashi, a literary genius determined to pursue science; and Uruka Takemoto, Yuiga's athletic childhood friend who struggles with every academic subject. As Yuiga navigates this peculiar tutoring duty, he faces a succession of ridiculous and humorous scenarios. With Ogata and Furuhashi pursuing paths that contradict their innate talents, Yuiga must figure out if he can genuinely help them realize their academic aspirations.

In a meal with her best friend, Ayaka Uehara, high schooler Hibiki Sakura is playfully mocked for gaining weight. Despite her failed attempts at exercising alone, Hibiki joins the recently established Silverman Gym. There, she encounters Akemi Souryuuin, the school's beloved idol and student council president. Hibiki learns that the gym attracts top-tier bodybuilders, and Akemi is revealed to be a fervent enthusiast of muscle building. Though initially deterred, Hibiki is persuaded by the trainer, Naruzou Machio, to stay and become a member. This spontaneous choice sets her on a challenging path towards her fitness goals.

In a typical day, Tanya Degurechaff, 16-year-old isekai hero Satou Kazuma, expansionist Overlord Ainz Ooal Gown, and the demonic twins Rem and Ram carry on with their daily routines. Suddenly, a conspicuous red button that practically begs to be pressed materializes before them. Unable to resist their curiosity, these inhabitants of different worlds press the button and are whisked away to an unfamiliar realm. With no way to go back, they must adjust to a normal school environment and learn to coexist. One thing stays the same: a classroom full of eccentric characters is always lively!

Kawanuma West is a public school where four stunningly attractive female teachers find their students receiving unexpected private lessons in sex education. While these dedicated professionals never start their semesters with plans to romance a lucky male student, bizarre and inexplicable events constantly force these teacher-pupil pairs into sexually charged scenarios where intimacy seems inevitable. From falling into water and doors tearing away clothing to the classic accidental breast-to-face collisions common in Japanese school settings, these unfortunate ladies find themselves powerless to stop the chaos. As the situation escalates into titillating traps of epic proportions, the male students are left wondering what they should do as they get pulled deeper into the fray.

In "Teasing Master Takagi-san 2," even after all the time Nishikata has spent with Takagi, he still cannot come up with a successful strategy to counter her relentless teasing. Whether through mental games, physical trials, or tests of bravery, every attempt to expose her weaknesses ends in failure. In fact, his increasingly desperate tactics often reveal his own shortcomings, which Takagi cleverly exploits to intensify her teasing. Adding to the situation, their frequent interactions may be fueling rumors among their classmates about a possible romance. Nevertheless, the undeterred Nishikata believes that patience and continued exposure to her endless teasing will eventually lead to success, bringing about the long-awaited moment of triumph. With this optimism, he persists in his quest to achieve the seemingly impossible: outsmarting Takagi and making her blush in embarrassment.

Keiki Kiryuu, like many teenage boys his age, longs for a girlfriend. That wish appears to become reality when he discovers a love letter and a pair of white panties left by an anonymous admirer, whom he dubs Cinderella. Keiki sets out to find out who his secret admirer is, considering several possibilities: his senpai Sayuki Tokihara, his kohai Yuika Koga, and his classmate Mao Nanjou. Yet as he digs deeper into the mystery, Keiki learns that each girl is hiding an unusual fetish behind their outwardly innocent appearances.

In "We Never Learn: BOKUBEN Season 2," Nariyuki Yuiga's persistent tutoring has enabled his classmates—Rizu Ogata, Fumino Furuhashi, and Uruka Takemoto—to raise their grades in the subjects they struggle with. Even with this progress, the three geniuses at Ichinose Academy still face a difficult road ahead as they prepare for their university entrance exams. At the same time, the girls wrestle with balancing their aspirations and the growing feelings they develop for their oblivious tutor. The dynamic becomes more complicated with the arrival of Mafuyu Kirisu, a teacher whose perspective on education and natural ability comes from her past as a former figure skating prodigy, and Asumi Kominami, a recent graduate who aims to enter a prestigious national medical university. With these additions, the group of six becomes even more lively. Yuiga, swept up in the joyful chaos alongside his new companions, realizes that his final year of high school now involves far more than just going to class and studying.

Many teenage gamers would find it highly unlikely and awkward to join forces with their own mother in an online game. Yet for Masato Oosuki, this becomes his reality. After finishing what appears to be a simple questionnaire, he finds himself transported into a fantasy MMORPG, where his mother Mamako is also present. Adding to the strangeness, Mamako reveals herself as an exceptionally skilled swordswoman capable of unleashing devastating two-hit multi-target attacks. Despite some initial awkwardness, Masato and Mamako begin searching for allies and meet the trader Porta and the wise sage Wise, as they set out on their journey to advance through the game.

In "Ao-chan Can't Study!," high school student Ao Horie is determined to excel academically in order to distance herself from her father, who is known for writing erotic novels. Once proud of the origin of her name, Ao now wishes to separate herself from her father's reputation. Her resolve is tested when Takumi Kijima, a kind-hearted boy, confesses his feelings to her. Instead of recognizing his genuine affection, Ao's mind conjures inappropriate images and sensations. Misinterpreting his sincerity as something else, she struggles to both reject his advances and maintain her focus on her studies, making it nearly impossible to concentrate amidst these distractions.

A lazy first-year student at Tanenashi High School is looking for a club that requires little effort at the start of the new semester. He stumbles across the magic club, where a female senior is practicing spells but frequently messes up due to nervousness when performing. Despite her lack of skill, the freshman ends up joining the club and gets caught in a series of awkward situations with his unusual mentor.

OVA 1: While going about his daily routine, Rimuru comes to the realization that Tempest lacks any form of entertainment for recreation. He proposes sumo wrestling as a way for everyone to enjoy themselves together, and his companions eagerly embrace the idea. This leads to Tempest's very first sumo tournament, where all participants compete with great fervor in pursuit of the top prize! Heated matches erupt not just among Benimaru and the other men, but also between the women like Shuna and Shion, and even Rimuru himself ends up stepping into the ring! OVA 2: On a particular day, Shuna and Shion are once again squabbling over Rimuru's squishy slime body as they always do. Rimuru thinks that providing each of them with a body double of himself might resolve the dispute, but when he considers that some of his other friends might request the same treatment, he quickly abandons that notion. Instead, he hits upon the idea of crafting a cushion shaped like his slime form. He makes his way around Tempest asking his friends if they know of any suitable materials, and he discovers that a unique type of sand found along a lakeshore in the forest is precisely what he needs. So he heads out to gather some sand... but a monster lies in wait for him by the lake! To make matters worse, Milim catches wind of his picnic plans and comes swooping down from the sky! OVA 3-5: Rimuru, now serving as a teacher at the Freedom Academy in the Kingdom of Ingrassia, finds himself participating in the school's outdoor training event alongside his class. This annual competition tasks the students of each class with escorting their teachers on a journey to a neighboring town. Rimuru is assigned to Class A, while his own students from Class S accompany the young Tiss-sensei. All the pupils are excited to demonstrate the results of their daily training, but the situation takes a sudden turn when they come under attack by bandits! Note: Bundled with the limited edition of the 12th-16th manga volumes.

Graduation day has arrived, marking the end of Koyomi Araragi's extraordinary high school experience, which was intertwined with bizarre encounters with supernatural beings. However, Araragi is abruptly sucked into his bathroom mirror, landing in an inverted reality where everything is reversed—typically haughty Karen Araragi is unexpectedly diminutive, usually composed Yotsugi Ononoki is overwhelmed with emotions, and the youthful spirit Mayoi Hachikuji transforms into a mature adult. Appearances in this world are misleading. In Zoku Owarimonogatari, Araragi navigates this surreal landscape as he struggles to return home and decode the enigmas of this odd universe.

In "The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Reawakened," Kusuo Saiki is a high schooler blessed with an extensive array of psychic powers. Though most would consider such talents a gift, Kusuo views them as nothing but trouble, constantly getting in the way of his desire for an ordinary existence. Time and again, he must rely on his abilities to keep his supernatural nature hidden or clean up messes caused by his father's professional failures. The story follows whether Kusuo will ever come to understand that his powers might actually be a help to those around him.

Starting at a new school in an unfamiliar place is daunting for many, especially the arduous task of building friendships anew. Bocchi Hitori, transitioning from elementary to middle school, understands this challenge firsthand. Her social anxiety is severe; she faints when overwhelmed, vomits when anxious, and concocts intricate plans to dodge social situations. Complicating things further, her sole friend from elementary school, Kai Yawara, is attending a different middle school. Kai, wishing to assist Bocchi, decides to cut ties until Bocchi forms friendships with everyone in her middle school class. Lacking self-assurance but driven by the desire to regain Kai’s friendship, Bocchi sets out to make friends with every student in her class. Despite her fears, she gathers her courage and begins with the seemingly tough girl sitting in front of her.

College student Miyako Hoshino usually keeps to herself, preferring to spend her time making cosplay outfits in her room rather than going out. When her fifth-grade sister Hinata brings home a classmate named Hana Shirosaki, Miyako is immediately taken by Hana's adorable looks. Determined to grow closer to Hana, Miyako tries every tactic she can think of—dressing Hana up in cosplay and plying her with candy. Though her early efforts leave a bad impression on Hana, Miyako refuses to give up and will go to any length to connect with the angel-like girl who has entered her life.

In the wrestling ring, professional wrestler Genzou Shibata, known as the legendary "Animal Mask," captivates crowds with his formidable physique and his charismatic tiger persona. Yet beneath this imposing exterior lies a passionate animal lover. Midway through a pivotal World Championship match against his archrival, the Macadamian Ogre, Genzou is suddenly transported to a fantastical realm by a princess seeking aid for her monster-plagued kingdom. His immediate response? A swift knockout with a German suplex. Stranded in this unfamiliar land, Genzou decides to pursue a new path as a beast hunter, capturing and forming bonds with various creatures. With the companionship of Shigure, a wolf-girl; Hanako, a dragon-girl; and Carmilla Vanstein, a vampire, the wrestler embarks on numerous perilous missions, all while dreaming of one day opening his own pet shop.

Misato Kurihara was never able to enjoy close friendships or an ordinary lifestyle due to her outstanding personality. When she dies unexpectedly, she appears in a divine realm and is granted a single wish before her reincarnation. Wanting a normal life, she asks to be reborn with average abilities in the world she is about to enter. Reborn as Adele von Ascham, a noble’s daughter, she quickly discovers that her magical power is far beyond what anyone would call average. Undeterred, she leaves home and enrolls under the alias "Mile" at a hunter school in a different kingdom, aiming to lead an unremarkable life. Yet, as she encounters one strange situation after another, keeping her extraordinary abilities hidden grows more and more difficult.

As the second Winter Comiket approaches, Blessing Software is hard at work developing their newest game, "How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend." Even after Utaha Kasumigaoka and Eriri Spencer Sawamura left the group, Megumi Katou and Tomoya Aki remain confident that sticking to Tomoya's original vision will allow their current project to surpass their earlier work. With new members Iori and Izumi Hashima joining the team, development moves forward, but not without difficulties. In the unpredictable realm of dating sim games, a series of obstacles forces Tomoya to juggle his dedication to his friends alongside the need to finish the game. In "Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata Fine," the story reaches its conclusion as Tomoya makes pivotal choices that affect both his personal relationships and the direction of Blessing Software.

At Karai High School, students view Nanako Yukishiro as a charming and serene 16-year-old. Yet Nanako is no ordinary student; she is unable to speak and expresses herself through senryu, a type of 17-syllable poetry. Eiji Busujima, also 16, was a middle school delinquent but turned his life around after discovering his passion for senryu. Despite his rough appearance, Eiji grows close to Nanako through their shared membership in the Literature Club. Although Nanako cannot speak, she and Eiji find it easy to connect. "Senryu Girl" is a gentle, soothing story about these two teenagers and their everyday lives.

After having a mysterious dream about a hidden ancestor, high schooler Yuuko Yoshida awakens to discover demonic horns and a tail on herself. Confused and shocked, her mother reveals a secret family truth: the Yoshida family, belonging to the Dark Clan, lost their powers and were cursed to poverty by the Light Clan's magical girls. To break this curse on her bloodline, Yuuko must find a magical girl, kill her, and use her blood to consecrate a statue of her demonic ancestor. Luck seems to favor the would-be "Shadow Mistress Yuuko" when a magical girl saves her from being hit by a truck. That magical girl turns out to be Momo Chiyoda, a classmate at Sakuragaoka High, who is overwhelmingly stronger and tougher than Yuuko. Nevertheless, Momo feels pity for her feeble opponent and decides to train Yuuko, helping her uncover her latent abilities. Now Yuuko must grow stronger and compete against her kind yet rival-like friend to free her family from their impoverished condition.

After a disastrous school trip, Homare Onishima, Shion Kujou, Asuka Suzumori, and Mutsu Amatani find themselves stranded on a deserted island. While Shion, Asuka, and Mutsu panic and despair, Homare stays remarkably composed. Her upbringing included extensive survival training with her father around the world, giving her the skills to handle such a situation with ease—from scaling cliffs to setting traps and building shelters. Homare's experiences have prepared her well for surviving on an uninhabited island where rescue seems unlikely. The real challenge, however, is managing her three anxious companions. As Homare teaches them survival techniques, including consuming fish blood and cicadas, the girls begin to see their predicament differently, realizing that being stranded may not be as terrible as they first thought.

In 1996, Haruo Yaguchi, Akira Oono, and Koharu Hidaka are now second-year high school students, still holding onto the same fierce love for video games they had five years earlier. Their shared obsession with arcade games has transformed their early rivalry and friendship into more complex emotions. As they navigate these new feelings, they lean on one another and their friends, face the challenges and pleasures of high school life, and seek comfort in gaming, no matter how difficult things become.

Short anime specials included in the One Punch Man 2nd Season BD & DVD.

In the days leading up to her entrance ceremony at Sainotama Girls' High School, Akane Kikuchi reflects on her childhood ambition of becoming a manga artist and feels disheartened by her lack of progress. At the ceremony, she learns that she will once again be in the same class as her two closest friends: the reserved Shiori Saginomiya and the lively, eccentric Nozomu Tanaka. Tanaka soon realizes that attending an all-girls high school crushes her hopes of becoming popular with boys and finding a boyfriend. Desperate to change this, Tanaka starts asking her classmates to introduce her to male friends. However, her classmates are far from ordinary. They range from a loli who adores her grandmother to a reclusive chuunibyou and an overly analytical stalker, each earning a unique nickname from Tanaka that highlights their quirks. And so, the idle days of these high school girls begin, each starting with Tanaka's trademark question: "Hey, want to hear something incredible?"

As the president of her middle school's science club, Ueno is a naturally gifted inventor who creates gadgets capable of turning any liquid into drinkable water, neutralizing foul odors, or generating dark matter for stealth purposes. However, Ueno doesn't develop these inventions for the greater good; her true motivation is love, a puzzle she cannot solve. Her affections are directed at Tanaka, a disinterested club member who remains oblivious to her feelings due to his lack of perception and her own timidity. To advance her romantic pursuits, Ueno believes that putting Tanaka in compromising situations will eventually spark his curiosity and reveal her true emotions. With the help of her emotionless yet supportive classmate and devoted sidekick, Yamashita, Ueno uses her inventions to create awkward circumstances for Tanaka, hoping he will finally grasp her genuine intentions.

In the second season of Aggretsuko, red panda Retsuko continues her monotonous office job, finding relief in her death metal karaoke sessions. With new friends Gori and Washimi, her life has become more enjoyable. However, fresh challenges arise that could raise her stress levels. At work, the arrival of Anai seems positive, but Retsuko's assignment to mentor him reveals his overly eager approach might disturb office harmony. Meanwhile, at home, Retsuko's mother makes an unexpected visit, insisting that Retsuko should focus on settling down and finding a partner. To this end, she arranges a series of matchmaking events for Retsuko, which Retsuko finds upsetting. As these pressures build, Retsuko often turns to the karaoke bar to vent her frustrations through her death metal performances. Realizing this isn't a lasting solution, she decides to take a break from her routine. This leads Retsuko on a journey of self-discovery and reflection, where she explores more about herself and matters of the heart, all while continuing to find comfort in her passion for death metal karaoke.

In "Trinity Seven: Heavens Library & Crimson Lord," Arata, Lilith, and the other members of the Trinity Seven reunite to confront their most formidable enemy yet: Lilith's father, who is revealed to be the most powerful Demon Lord. This mighty being challenges Arata, who has recently become a contender for the Demon Lord title.

Yamada Elf's Love Song Elf Yamada, a novelist whose works are being adapted into anime, organizes a gathering to celebrate her success and express gratitude to all her supporters. Her excitement grows when her mother turns up. But right after arriving, her mother instructs Elf to return home so she can find a proper husband. Elf, who has romantic feelings for Masamune Izumi, refuses. Cooked Meals of Pure Love It is winter and bitterly cold outdoors. After her brother Masamune comes down with a cold, Sagiri Izumi resolves to look after him and get him healthy again, leaving the comfort of her room to take care of the household chores on her own.

A special episode included with the volume 6 BD/DVD release of Steins;Gate 0. During a brief pause in the turmoil, a particular day draws near. It is the time of year for giving chocolate to those you care for, but not everyone finds this simple. As Valentine's Day approaches, the female members of the Future Gadget Lab discover that Kagari has never experienced this occasion before. Determined to make this year's celebration the finest, they all decide to work together on making delicious homemade chocolates. Yet, with their various quirks leading to mishaps in the kitchen, this may become too difficult a challenge. Will their feelings ever reach the ones they hold dear?

The staff of the Spirits and Such Consultation Office—Arataka Reigen, Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama, Ritsu Kageyama, Katsuya Serizawa, and the spirit Ekubo—travel to Zebra Prefecture for a relaxing hot spring retreat at Ibogami Hot Springs, arranged by the owner who also asks Reigen to investigate local reports of supernatural phenomena. On the train, an exhausted Reigen and Serizawa fall asleep and awaken in a strange, otherworldly dimension. Disoriented and puzzled by their sudden relocation, Reigen and Serizawa must work together to find a way back to their original world before their much-needed break is ruined.

In the celestial realm of Asgard, Odin dispatches Valkyries—revered female warriors—to shield Earth from an escalating demon threat. To amplify their abilities, nine Valkyries, disguised as the Saotome sisters, must cultivate romantic bonds with their designated partner, known as the Einherjar. Takuma Akutsu, a socially anxious young man, discovers he has been chosen by Odin to serve as the Valkyries' lover. Despite his initial reluctance, Takuma consents to let the sisters reside in his spacious but largely empty home to support their battle against demonic forces. With nine attractive women now living under his roof, can Takuma conquer his social anxieties and evolve into a hero capable of saving the world?

In the Kanto region, Ash receives an invitation from Professor Eri Okido to attend the opening ceremony of Professor Sycamore's new laboratory in Vermilion City. During the event, Professor Sycamore is notified of a possible sighting of a rare Pokémon in the city's harbor, prompting Ash and other trainers to investigate. Upon arriving at the harbor, they discover Lugia, a Legendary Pokémon, engaged in battle with several trainers. Ash commands his partner Pikachu to strike Lugia with a Thunderbolt attack, but Lugia remains unaffected and escapes. Determined, Ash leaps onto Lugia's back, where he finds another trainer named Goh also aboard. Together, they embark on an exhilarating journey across the sea on Lugia. When Lugia eventually returns them to land, Ash and Goh bid farewell to the Legendary Pokémon and return to Sycamore Institute. Impressed by their observations and insights from the encounter, Sycamore invites both Ash and Goh to become his new research assistants. This marks the beginning of their adventures as they travel through various regions, encountering numerous new Pokémon, including those capable of Gigantamax transformations.

In "Nobunaga Teacher's Young Bride," middle school teacher Nobunaga fantasizes about a scenario from a gal game where a young girl suddenly confesses her love to him. But reality takes a different turn when Kichou, a 14-year-old claiming to be his wife, appears unexpectedly. She believes she has time-traveled from the Sengoku era and mistakes him for the historical Nobunaga Oda. Kichou then insists they must conceive a child together. The story unfolds as a romantic comedy, blending the humorous interactions between a teacher obsessed with gal games and a girl well-versed in Sengoku period history.

In the neon-lit, tumultuous heart of Shinjuku's Kabukichou district, John H. Watson, a doctor at a university hospital on the opposite side of the ward, seeks aid for an unconventional case. His quest brings him to the Pipe Cat, a clandestine bar frequented by Shinjuku's elite detectives, including the notable Sherlock Holmes. Upon arriving at the bar and encountering its colorful clientele, John discovers they are engaged in a case centered around the infamous serial killer, Jack the Ripper. Following a series of events, John finds himself escorting Sherlock to a murder site suspected to be another of Jack's handiwork. Initially there just to enlist Sherlock’s help, John witnesses the detective's masterful dissection of the crime scene. He also begins to recognize that Sherlock, while a brilliant investigator, possesses an eccentric and peculiar demeanor. As John repeatedly solicits Sherlock's expertise for his own case, he becomes increasingly immersed in the world of high-stakes detective work. Through their collaboration, John gains insight into the complex underbelly of Kabukichou and starts to unravel the unsettling mystery surrounding his own investigation.

Four years after their initial encounter, Haruo Yaguchi, Akira Oono, and Koharu Hidaka maintain a tight friendship. However, conflicts emerge when Akira's mentor, Gouda Moemi, grows more severe, and Hidaka develops a crush on Haruo. Even though Haruo can be tactless and thoughtless at times, his unwavering passion for video games remains the force that sustains their connection.

One Punch Man 2nd Season's commemorative recap special.

In "Joshi Kausei," Momoko Futo lives what appears to be a typical high school existence, though her distinctive eccentricities and frequent accidents keep things lively. Together with her closest companions—the sweet, innocent Mayumi Furui and the unflappable Shibumi Shibusawa—Momoko experiences a range of comedic moments. The series presents the carefree escapades of these three girls solely through their expressive gestures and vocalizations, with no spoken lines or narration.

With graduation behind them, the teachers now look forward to a well-earned holiday alongside their new boyfriends. However, their plans hit a snag when the hotel turns out to lack enough rooms for the entire group. Forced to split up and search for other lodging, Chizuru and Koh end up at a love hotel... This entry is a special unaired episode bundled with the Blu-ray box set.

This volume includes two special chapters: "Nagisa ni Usemono Arite Senjin wa Enzen to [X] Suru," which came bundled with the 14th manga volume on November 1, 2019, and "Chapel no Kane wa [X] wo Shukufuku Suru," bundled with the 16th manga volume on April 3, 2020.

Despite being saddled with a heavy debt to the gloomy Haruitsuki Abeno, Hanae Ashiya has grown to appreciate his role as an exorcist. His special gift for communicating with youkai has instilled a strong sense of duty toward these supernatural beings, driving him to faithfully guide them to their final rest in the Underworld. As Ashiya’s life begins to settle, the youkai introduce a new obstacle. Word of his work is spreading, and not everyone is pleased that a human is operating the Mononokean, a tea shop that connects different dimensions. However, during a routine trip to the Underworld, he draws the attention of influential figures, revealing that some youkai oppose Abeno’s orders.

Miki Takekasa is a reserved high school student who avoids social situations and longs to understand what real enjoyment feels like, hoping someone will guide her there. Her daily life shifts when she encounters her classmate Aya Takayashiki, who takes her on a small adventure. This meeting introduces Miki to new experiences and provides an opportunity to change her solitary way of living. Another day, while Miki and Aya are walking home, they notice their class representative Midori Oono entering the Saikoro Club, a shop that sells board games. After trying out a German board game, Miki discovers the happiness she had been seeking: the delight of playing various games after school with the friends and acquaintances she gains through her new hobby.

Mizuki Hijiri transferred to a new school hoping for a quiet and ordinary student life, but her plans are thrown off course by the eccentric Hero Club. This club is made up entirely of chuunibyou boys: Yamato Noda, who sees himself as a heroic figure using his athletic abilities for righteous causes; Kazuhiro Nakamura, who believes he is the reincarnation of Touga Ryushouin, a being born from a demon and an angel; Tomoki Takashima, a handsome otaku obsessed with his 2D anime crush Sora; and Rei Tsukumo, the mastermind who works behind the scenes to manipulate events in secret. As the newest member of the Hero Club, Hijiri struggles to keep her desire for a normal life. Yet, she comes to realize that beneath their over-the-top acts, their bond is genuine. Hijiri’s life is destined to become more exciting as she gets swept up in their grand fantasies.

In "Lupin III: The First," the legendary gentleman thief Lupin III embarks on a worldwide adventure alongside his eccentric team. Their mission is to obtain the enigmatic Bresson Diary before a sinister organization can harness its power to revive the Third Reich. Facing dangerous obstacles, thrilling aerial pursuits, and daring prison breakouts, the group showcases the signature humor and striking animation that have established Lupin III as an international phenomenon. This exciting new heist seeks to entertain both longtime followers and newcomers to the franchise.

The third season of Ani ni Tsukeru Kusuri wa Nai continues. Shi Miao remains trapped with her careless older brother Shi Fen, who lives in constant dread of his younger sister's explosive temper. As the two siblings carry on with their easygoing high school lives together with their friends and classmates, they come to understand that there really is no remedy for family. Note: Airing dates reflect the original broadcast and premiere dates in China, where the series aired before its Japanese release.

Rifle shooting, a sport that demands exceptional accuracy and precision, was traditionally dominated by members of Japan's defense force due to strict firearm regulations. With the introduction of beam-powered rifles that replaced conventional ammunition, the sport gained popularity among younger individuals, leading to the creation of school-level competitions. Hikari Kokura, a first-year high school student with a passion for marksmanship, transfers to Chidori High School. She aims to join the rifle-shooting club, but discovers it has been disbanded due to declining interest. Despite this setback, Hikari remains determined and works to revive the club. Through her efforts, she recruits three new members: her childhood friend Izumi Shibusawa, half-Russian student Erika Meinohama, and the introverted Yukio Igarashi. The newly formed Chidori Rifle-Shooting Club now faces the challenge of competing at the national level.

Following humanity's first contact with aliens on the moon, technology advanced at an incredible pace. Fifty years later, although life has become easier for most, Robby Yaji and Hacchi Kita still struggle to keep up with their high-tech surroundings. Robby, plagued by constant bad luck, is deep in debt after failing to get rich quickly. Meanwhile, Hacchi feels stuck in the boredom of his everyday life. Everything changes when loan shark Yang orders Hacchi to collect the money Robby owes. Instead of paying off his debts, Robby flees into space, heading for the planet Isekandar, which is said to bring happiness to anyone who visits. Seeing a chance for excitement, Hacchi decides to join Robby on an unpredictable journey full of alien encounters, mecha battles, and endless mischief—while also trying to escape Yang and his crew, who are chasing them across the galaxy.

Akari Akaza, Chinatsu Yoshikawa, Kyouko Toshinou, and Yui Funami are back to mark a very special occasion! After kicking around some delightfully odd ideas for how to celebrate, they ultimately decide to throw a party in the Amusement Club room. With a helping hand from their friends on the Student Council, the four begin getting everything ready for the big day—including a secret surprise for one particular person. Watch the girls join forces to pull off a fun and unforgettable party, all while playfully bouncing off one another's cute and quirky personalities. Note: The Blu-ray shipped early to crowdfunding backers, with the general release set for November 13th.

In the twenty-third Case Closed film, The Fist of Blue Sapphire, the legendary blue sapphire dubbed the "blue lapis fist" supposedly went down with a pirate ship near Singapore in the late 1800s. A wealthy local entrepreneur intends to recover this gem, and once it goes on display at the Marina Sands hotel in Singapore, a murder occurs, accompanied by a bloody calling card from Kaitou Kid. Concurrently, Ran and Sonoko travel to Singapore for a karate competition. Conan, unable to leave Japan because he lacks a passport, is supposed to stay behind. However, Kaitou Kid, in need of Conan's aid, uses a magic trick to forcibly bring Conan to Singapore. To return home, Conan must cooperate with Kid, but first he has to disguise himself since his glasses, watch, and other belongings are taken away. When Ran fails to identify him, he calls himself "Arthur Hirai." Later, Kid discovers that the "fist" is stored in a concealed vault beneath a mansion. As he thinks he has safely accessed it, a dangerous trap is set off. He then confronts Makoto Kyogoku, the undefeated karate champion boasting 400 consecutive victories.

After moving from Tokyo to Nagoya, high school student Jin Kaito meets his classmate Yatogame Monaka, who stands out for her strong local dialect. Despite her cat-like mannerisms and blunt use of Nagoya-ben, Yatogame keeps Jin at a distance. This comedic series showcases the charm of Nagoya through the endearing personality of Yatogame-chan.

Mamoru Suzuhara, a shy high school student with a passion for reading about modern military conflicts, learns that his crush, Aya Chiyono, is about to relocate with her family. Gathering his courage, Mamoru asks Aya to run away with him. Along with Aya and four other classmates, they head to the abandoned Satomi Coal Factory for a camping trip. After enjoying their first day, they soon realize they may not be alone in the factory. Based on the novel of the same name, "Seven Days War" is a coming-of-age story that transforms from a rebellious act into an all-out struggle against authority figures. In the midst of the turmoil, the children struggle to express their feelings and protect what they hold dear.