2005 Anime

In the world of Mushi-Shi, Mushi embody the fundamental forces of life, existing beyond any moral framework as neither good nor evil. They appear in countless forms, mimicking natural elements ranging from plants and diseases to atmospheric phenomena like rainbows. Yet, this simple description barely touches the surface of their true nature; labeling them merely as life forms fails to capture their full essence. Knowledge regarding Mushi remains scarce, as most people are unaware of their existence. Ginko, a Mushishi, devotes himself to studying these creatures and their place within the natural world. He pursues leads concerning events linked to Mushi, driven by the belief that unraveling their mysteries may reveal the deeper meaning of existence.

In a reality transformed into a battlefield by the Crimson Denizens, mysterious entities from another dimension that feast on human life force, these relentless predators leave behind only faint soul fragments known as Torches, destined to vanish and erase their victims from existence entirely. To oppose this silent and ravenous assault, warriors called Flame Hazes engage in an endless war against these creatures. Yuuji Sakai's life undergoes a dramatic shift when he is caught in a temporal disturbance and becomes the target of a Denizen attack. He is unexpectedly saved by an unnamed hunter who, despite appearing as an ordinary girl, possesses striking red hair and piercing eyes. As Yuuji struggles to comprehend his situation, he discovers that he has already been reduced to a Torch—an ephemeral trace of memory fated for annihilation.

In the quiet town of Bellforest, 14-year-old Renton Thurston longs to escape his ordinary life and join the mercenary group Gekkostate. Torn between his grandfather's push for him to become a mechanic and the shadow of his deceased father, Renton finds his only thrill in riding Trapar wave particles, a local form of air surfing. Everything changes when a strange object crashes into his home—an advanced mecha called the Nirvash typeZERO, built to ride the Trapar waves. Its pilot is Eureka, a young Gekkostate member who asks for Renton's help maintaining the machine. This chance encounter launches Renton into a new adventure as he becomes the Nirvash's co-pilot alongside Eureka.

Saya Otonashi leads an ordinary life with her foster family in Okinawa City, blending in as a typical high school student, though she frequently suffers from anemia and has no memories of anything before the previous year. Her past comes back when a bloodthirsty creature attacks her at school. A mysterious man named Haji appears and rescues her, forcing her to drink his blood. This sends Saya into a trance, where she uses her own blood as a deadly weapon against the monster. As Saya discovers Red Shield, an organization created to fight these monsters, she joins forces with Haji to confront these terrifying beings and unravel the mysteries hidden in her past.

The adage warns that seeking revenge requires digging two graves, a truth especially relevant to users of the Hell Correspondence website. This mysterious site activates at midnight, inviting those who type in the name of someone they despise to meet with Ai Enma, the Hell Girl. Ai informs them that while the targeted soul will be condemned to hell, the requester will also face the same fate upon their death. While some find the price too steep, others, weighed down by their suffering, consider their afterlife's fate insignificant compared to their current torment. Regardless, Ai Enma remains ever-ready to assist those yearning for vengeance, faithfully fulfilling her role in escorting souls to the depths of hell.

In a desperate attempt to save his brother Alphonse, Edward Elric sacrifices his own body and soul, ending up stranded in Munich, Germany. Faced with a world vastly different from his own, Edward must navigate the economic upheaval following World War I. Separated from home and unable to practice alchemy, he seeks other means to escape this unfamiliar place, with help from companions who resemble those he left behind. As civil unrest brews in Germany due to the nation's disgraced condition, tensions also rise among neighboring countries. Meanwhile, back in his original world, Alphonse immerses himself in the study of alchemy, determined to uncover the mystery of Edward's disappearance and reunite with his older brother.

After hearing an old tale from his mother during childhood, Yukito Kunisaki embarks on a journey to find the Winged Maiden, a being said to have been bound to the sky centuries ago. Earning his keep by performing puppet shows along the way, he wanders into a small town where he expects to linger only briefly. That plan is upended when he crosses paths with an eccentric girl named Misuzu, who insists he stay at her home. As Yukito grows accustomed to life in the quiet town, he strikes up friendships with the locals and gradually learns about the personal struggles each of them carries. Moved by their hardships, he decides to offer his help, putting his quest for the Winged Maiden on pause. With his search stalled and his bond with Misuzu and the townspeople deepening, Yukito is left to wonder whether he will ever find the Winged Maiden—or if she has been right beside him all along.

In a world where humans, gods, and demons coexist after portals between realms opened, Tsuchimi Rin is an ordinary high school student at Verbena Academy living a calm life with his childhood friend Kaede. Everything changes when the King of Gods, the King of Demons, and their families move in next door to Rin. It comes to light that Sia, the gods' daughter, and Nerine, the demons' daughter, both carry strong feelings for Rin rooted in a past meeting. Between his easygoing interactions with upperclassman Asa and his bond with the shy yet endearing Primula, Rin finds himself caught up in handling the affections of these girls. Based on the eroge by Navel.

In Honey and Clover, second-year art student Yuuta Takemoto lives in a cramped apartment with his seniors: the perpetually absent Shinobu Morita and the dependable Takumi Mayama, who often watches over him. Yuuta's world shifts when he encounters Hagumi Hanamoto, a remarkably talented artist who instantly captures his heart. Hagumi enrolls at Yuuta's college and becomes close with Ayumi Yamada, a popular ceramics student. Ayumi shares a long history with Yuuta's roommates and secretly cherishes feelings for one of them. This shoujo series delves into themes of youth, love, and self-discovery, unfolding amid the tangled web of friendships and romantic tensions among its central characters.

Train Heartnet, a cold-blooded assassin known in the underworld as "Black Cat," carries out his assignments with flawless precision while working for Chronos, a shadowy and powerful organization. One evening, this emotionally detached killer crosses paths with Saya Minatsuki, a lively bounty hunter with a sunny disposition. Their unlikely friendship inspires Train to reconsider his way of life, prompting him to shed his Black Cat identity and pursue a path as an honorable bounty hunter. But Chronos, especially Creed Diskenth—a subordinate consumed by an almost obsessive devotion to Train—refuses to accept this change. Creed is determined to use any means necessary to reclaim the organization's prized agent. As a free agent, Train's newfound freedom proves brief, as the looming threat of Chronos's pursuit draws ever nearer.

In Full Metal Panic! The Second Raid, following a series of chaotic events, Mithril's elite soldier Sousuke Sagara and enigmatic high school student Kaname Chidori resume their ordinary school lives. Sousuke tries to adapt to civilian life while carrying out his covert missions, and Kaname attempts to help him despite his often excessive methods causing her frustration. Their peaceful period proves short-lived as new threats emerge. The insurgent terrorist group Amalgam appears, and internal conflicts within Mithril risk splitting the organization due to operational failures and acts of betrayal. The deployment of advanced Arm Slave units escalates the danger, putting global stability in jeopardy. As Kaname and Sousuke confront personal challenges and critical battles, can they navigate these trials and shape their own futures?

While walking home from school, Yukari Hayasaka is approached by an odd man with spiky blonde hair, a spiked collar, and many piercings, who studies her closely. Startled, she runs away and crashes into a striking woman with lavender hair and a floral design around one eye. Overcome, Yukari faints and wakes up in a place called the Atelier. The strangers are fashion designers from the prestigious Yazawa Art Academy, eager for Yukari to model for their brand at the academy's upcoming showcase. Despite their eagerness, Yukari refuses and leaves the Atelier, accidentally leaving her school ID behind. George Koizumi, the lead designer, finds the ID and becomes convinced that Yukari is the perfect model for their collection. Determined to have her, he refuses to give up easily. Though Yukari had never given modeling much thought before, could spending time with these eccentric designers turn out to be fun? Or might she find herself swept away into a world of creativity and passion?

In the Land of Wind, the ninjas of Sunagakure face a sudden attack from mysterious armored warriors. Soon after, these same warriors, led by the powerful knight Temujin, assault Naruto Uzumaki, Sakura Haruno, and Shikamaru Nara, who were on a mission to retrieve a lost ferret. Naruto fights Temujin in a fierce battle, causing both of them to fall off a cliff. Worried by Naruto's sudden disappearance, Sakura and Shikamaru are further shocked by the appearance of a massive, moving structure that destroys everything in its path. Sakura sets out to find Naruto, while Shikamaru ventures into the imposing fortress to uncover the truth behind the dangerous situation. As the battle grows, ninjas from Konohagakure join forces with their Sunagakure allies to fight their common enemy. Yet, in the midst of the chaos, a conflict arises over different visions of an ideal world.

In the arid kingdom of Clow, Princess Sakura and her archaeologist companion Syaoran share quiet moments together, though the king looks unfavorably on their growing closeness. Their peaceful existence is abruptly disrupted when Sakura appears before Syaoran with wings sprouting from her back. The wings break apart into feathers as she collapses, prompting Syaoran to act. To save Sakura, Syaoran learns he must gather her scattered feathers, which have dispersed across many different dimensions. With assistance from Yuuko Ichihara, the Dimensional Witch, and Mokona Modoki, a creature capable of traveling between worlds, Syaoran sets out on this daunting quest. They are soon joined by Fai D. Flourite, a cheerful mage fleeing persecution in his homeland, and Kurogane, a warrior sent to sharpen his combat skills and character. Together, this unconventional group ventures forth to recover Sakura's feathers, confronting what appears to be an impossible challenge.

Two years have passed since Sephiroth fell and Midgar was nearly destroyed. The survivors have rebuilt their lives in the newly constructed city of Edge. Cloud Strife and Tifa Lockhart operate a courier service while caring for Marlene, Barret’s adopted daughter, and an orphan named Denzel, all working toward a brighter future. But a mysterious illness called Geostigma begins to plague Cloud, Denzel, and other children in the city. Meanwhile, a group of powerful men start kidnapping children afflicted with Geostigma. Cloud sets out to rescue them, unaware that these kidnappers are connected to his old enemy Sephiroth. This forces Cloud to confront his past and battle his inner demons. With help from the friends who once saved the world, Cloud must unite with them again to overcome these new threats and protect the children of Edge.

Sakura Kusakabe is an ordinary junior high school student, but he harbors a dark secret—one that he will hold twenty years in the future. His future action: preventing women from aging past the age of twelve, thereby granting them immortality. To stop this, the angel Dokuro Mitsukai is sent from the future as an assassin, wielding a magical spiked club called Excalibolg. However, instead of killing Sakura, Dokuro chooses a different method, deciding to constantly harass him in hopes of disrupting his focus and preventing him from developing the forbidden technology. Going against her mission, Dokuro's actions lead to the dispatch of another angel, Sabato, who is assigned to carry out Sakura's assassination. Caught between Dokuro, who frequently knocks Sakura unconscious with her club before reviving him with the chant "Pipiru piru piru pipiru pi," and Sabato, who wields an electrified baton, Sakura's once-normal life becomes anything but peaceful.

This episode takes place during episode 11 as Nana tries to fit into the household while searching for a chore she can do and becoming accustomed to Nyu's presence, whom she only knows as Lucy. After running away when she gets scolded, Nana ends up at the beach and meets Bando, whom she promises to bring Lucy to later that night. Leaving the household with Nyu, it begins to rain; Nyu slips, hits her head, and is knocked unconscious. As Bando waits and everyone else worries about where they might be, Nana takes shelter with an unconscious Nyu while Lucy's consciousness begins to emerge and dreams an old memory of how she was captured and why she does not attack Director Kurama. As the rain begins to let up, Kouta and the others find Nana and Lucy and take them home. There, Nana finally finds the chore she will be doing—feeding the dog.

The enduring feud between the Iga and Kouga ninja clans is interrupted by a truce imposed by the powerful warlord Ieyasu Tokugawa, forcing both sides to abandon hostilities. Over time, Gennosuke Kouga, heir of the Kouga clan, and Oboro Iga, heir of the Iga clan, fall deeply in love, hoping their bond will bring lasting peace. Their hopes are shattered when old hatreds resurface, dragging them back into battle. Ieyasu's two grandsons compete for succession to the shogunate, leading to a deadly contest: each clan must send its ten finest warriors into a battle royale, each fighter pledging loyalty to one of the contenders. Two scrolls are given, each to be marked in blood as a warrior falls. The victorious clan will secure the Tokugawa shogunate's backing for a thousand years. Torn between love and clan loyalty, Gennosuke and Oboro must decide the fate of their families.

After the devastating Armageddon war, humanity faces a new threat from vampires. The strained relations between humans (called Terrans) and vampires (known as Methuselah) split the world into opposing factions. The Methuselah align with the New Human Empire, while the Terrans establish the Vatican Papal State. Extremist groups like the Rosenkreuz Order seek to reignite conflict, despite ongoing peace efforts. To counter terrorist activities, the Vatican creates the AX unit. Under Cardinal Caterina Sforza's leadership, AX agents handle vampire-related crises, striving for a future where Terrans and Methuselah can coexist peacefully. One such agent is Priest Abel Nightroad—a seemingly absent-minded but kind man who becomes a fierce vampire hunter in battle. His partner is Sister Esther Blanchett, a courageous and gentle nun weighed down by a tragic past. As Abel and Esther grow closer, they begin to uncover clues about hidden malevolent schemes and mysterious forces at work. Their journey, however, is filled with setbacks that may force them to confront the painful memories that haunt them.

Welcome to the gridiron of the damned! Massive, hulking bodies slam into one another while a tiny, nimble body darts between them toward the goal. No, this isn't a football game—it's Sena Kobayakawa racing down the halls of Deimon High School to escape the monstrous Ha-Ha brothers. But wait! Sena's incredible talent for not getting caught has been noticed by the devilish—and possibly genuinely demonic—captain of the school's embryonic American-style football team. When Sena asks to be the team's manager, he gets thrown onto the field as a running back instead! Yet there are two huge catches. First, to keep their new "star" player's identity an absolute secret, Yoichi makes Sena wear an opaque visor on his helmet and gives him the alias "Eyeshield 21." And the second catch? Well, to unleash his fastest "speed of light" running mode, Sena usually has to be absolutely terrified. Not that that will be a problem, given the monstrous players he'll soon be running from! The insanity hits the streets when feet meet cleats in Eyeshield 21!

In a world where vampires have thrived for ages by consuming human vitality under the cover of darkness, Karin Maaka is a unique anomaly. Despite being part of a vampire lineage, Karin battles a rare ailment known as polycythemia, causing her to excessively produce blood. This condition leaves her feeling weak and dizzy, often leading to uncontrollable nosebleeds. To cope with this issue, Karin must transfer her excess blood to unwitting bystanders, a process that curiously invigorates and uplifts those affected. Her siblings, Anju, who is quiet but affectionate, and Ren, a flirtatious older brother, assist by erasing the memories of those who encounter Karin’s blood, ensuring no one uncovers their secret. However, things take a turn when a new classmate, Kenta Usui, starts to notice Karin’s unusual activities. Complicating matters, Karin discovers that her blood behaves differently in Kenta’s presence.

Drift into Neo Venezia, a bustling metropolis on Aqua, a planet once known as Mars. In the 24th century, humanity has successfully transformed this previously inhospitable world into a thriving colony. Although set in the future, Neo Venezia retains a quaint allure, with gondolas gliding through expansive canals serving as the main mode of transportation. The city is a precise replica of Venice on Manhome, the planet originally named Earth. Among the businesses providing guided tours through the city’s scenic routes is the Aria Company. Working there is Akari Mizunashi, a spirited young woman from Manhome who is a beginner Undine, or tour guide. Witness Akari's journey as she bonds with fellow Undine, visitors, and the inhabitants of Neo Venezia, learning important life lessons and discovering the marvels of human ingenuity.

Keiichi Morisato is excited to start his university life, but everything seems to go wrong for him—he struggles with clubs, romance, and pretty much everything else. There's literally an unlucky star hanging over his head. One day, while his sempai are out, he's left to watch the dorm and has a huge pile of chores to finish. Despite his bad luck, Keiichi has a kind heart and tackles his tasks diligently. Just as he's about to complete the last chore, he calls his sempai. Instead of reaching them, the voice on the other end says, "Goddess Help Line." Moments later, a stunning goddess named Belldandy appears through the mirror in his room.

The story follows Negi Springfield, a ten-year-old mage who is about to take his final test to earn the title of Master Wizard. His strange final assignment involves teaching English at an all-girls boarding school. Shortly after arriving, he accidentally humiliates a student named Asuna Kagurazaka and takes the place of the teacher she adored, which makes her hold a grudge against him. The situation worsens when Asuna discovers Negi's magical abilities and forces him to aid her. In spite of their rocky start, they are forced to cooperate through numerous ordeals, like battling malevolent wizards and steering their class toward academic achievement—all while mixing comedy, spellcasting, and developing feelings.

In the world of Loveless, individuals are born with cat ears and tails that vanish only after their first sexual encounter, marking these features as symbols of innocence and purity. Combat is conducted exclusively by pairs called "fighting pairs," which consist of a Sacrifice who absorbs damage and a Fighter who delivers the attacks. Twelve-year-old Ritsuka Aoyagi, struggling with amnesia from unknown causes, is coping with the recent death of his brother. On his first day at a new school, he meets Agatsuma Soubi, a stranger who claims to have known Ritsuka's deceased sibling. Ritsuka learns that Agatsuma and his brother were once a fighting pair, and that Agatsuma has now taken Ritsuka under his guidance. Together, they investigate the circumstances surrounding his brother's death and the involvement of a group called the "Seven Moons." As they delve deeper into this mystery, Ritsuka and Agatsuma find themselves developing a closer bond than either of them expected.

Strawberry Marshmallow depicts the everyday moments of life, from building friendships and going to school to working and enjoying holidays. The story softly follows the daily routines of Itou Chika, her older sister Nobue, and their friends Miu, Matsuri, and Ana.

A decade after the Bubble War, the gap between the wealthy and the poor has grown increasingly stark worldwide, and Japan is no exception. The rich pursue the fulfillment of their desires and personal pleasure, and Tokyo has become a city shaped by this pursuit. Saiga, a former war photographer, now works for Hibara Ginza in the capitalist state of Tokyo. He infiltrates the Roppongi Club, a secretive facility located in the city's red-light district, in order to gather intelligence on them. However, he is caught during the operation and brought before a girl named Kagura, who is in the middle of a ritual. His contact with Kagura awakens a unique ability within him: the power to cause things to explode when he photographs them. To uncover the truth behind the Roppongi Club and Kagura, Saiga begins his solitary fight.

The eighth film in the series unfolds in the town of Lohta, where an annual festival honors the legendary "Wave Leader Hero" Aaron. According to a tale passed down through generations, Aaron used the power of the "Tree of the World's Origin" to end a war centuries ago. Satoshi and Pikachu enter a tournament to determine the year's hero; after their victory, they are named the new Wave Leader Hero. A grand dance celebration follows at the castle, but suddenly the mythical Pokémon Mew appears and abducts Pikachu. Soon after, the Wave Leader Pokémon Lucario is freed from a seal that had held him for centuries and meets Satoshi. Together, Satoshi and Lucario must unravel the many mysteries: where Pikachu has been taken, what Mew is after, the hidden truth behind the legend of the Wave Leader, and how it connects to Lucario's own veiled past—all while journeying toward the "Tree of the World's Origin."

A hidden tournament is underway to decide the next ruler of the Heavenly Realm, with 100 beings called "God Candidates" each choosing a middle school student on Earth to receive their powers. These chosen kids fight on behalf of their God Candidates, and the winner receives the "Blank Talent," which lets them pick any special ability, while their God Candidate becomes the "God" and master of the Heavenly Realm. Kousuke Ueki, a regular middle schooler, is chosen by his homeroom teacher, Kobayashi, and given the ability to turn garbage into trees. Despite concerns from his classmate Ai Mori, Ueki decides to use this power according to his own sense of justice, noticing how others misuse their abilities for selfish reasons. When he faces strong opponents like Seiichirou Sano, Rinko Jerrard, Robert Haydn, and Hideyoshi Soya, Ueki understands that the challenge ahead is much bigger than he first thought.

In the busy city of Tokyo, Yamato Akitsuki, a teenager from rural Hiroshima, starts his high school life by moving into a dormitory for girls only and helping his aunt and cousin run a nearby bathhouse. On his first day in the city, he is captivated by a girl practicing high jumps at a local school. To his surprise, this skilled athlete, Suzuka Asahina, is both a dormmate and a neighbor. An elite track and field athlete at the same high school, Suzuka is annoyed by Yamato’s clumsy and easygoing attitude, making their shared living difficult. Inspired by Suzuka, Yamato finds a hidden ability for sprinting and joins the track team to earn her respect. Through intense training, interactions with teammates, classmates, and the often drunk college residents of the dorm, Yamato pushes himself, determined to improve and gain Suzuka’s approval.

Upon seeing an advertisement for Omatsuri Island, the exclusive getaway location on the Grand Line, Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates set sail with excitement, lured by the prospect of casinos, spas, beautiful women, and exquisite cuisine. Their anticipation grows as they approach the island, only to be greeted with the challenge of surviving Baron Omatsuri's "Ordeals of Hell" before gaining access to the resort's amenities. As they face these trials, bizarre events begin to stir discord among the crew, causing tensions to rise. The Straw Hat Pirates must unravel the mystery behind Omatsuri Island before their internal conflicts destroy their unity.

Manaka Junpei is heading to the school rooftop when he accidentally catches a glimpse of a beautiful girl falling from above, revealing her strawberry-patterned underwear. Embarrassed, she quickly runs away before he can learn who she is. Inspired by his dream of becoming a filmmaker, Junpei sees this moment as the perfect scene for a movie. Determined to capture it on film, he begins searching for the girl with the strawberry-print undergarments. But he soon discovers that tracking down the mysterious girl is far more difficult than he ever expected.

This shoujo series follows Momo Adachi, recognized for her sun-kissed complexion and long blonde hair, who used to be on her high school's swim team. Despite her outwardly enviable look, Momo's affections are fixed on Kazuya "Toji" Toujigamori, a baseball player she has admired since junior high. Gossip claims Toji only likes girls with fair skin, prompting Momo to try altering her appearance. Those efforts backfire, fueling classmates' nasty rumors that she is loose and easy. Her friend Sae Kashiwagi seems supportive but is actually behind the gossip, scheming to steal Toji for herself. Matters grow more tangled with Kairi Okayasu, a well-liked schoolboy who openly pursues Momo, determined to win her over. Caught in a maze of romantic triangles, false friendship, and self-doubt about her looks, Momo works to discover her genuine identity while navigating the struggles of love.

Mahjong may be a pastime enjoyed by families and friends, but it also thrives in the underworld's most dangerous corners. Nangou, a gambler unable to control his compulsion, owes more than three million yen. In a final gamble to erase his debts, he stakes his very life on a mahjong match against the mafia. However, as the game unfolds, Nangou drifts further from winning and closer to his doom. Just when all appears lost, the parlor is barged into by Shigeru Akagi, a boy fleeing from the police. In desperation, Nangou passes the game to Akagi after giving him a quick rundown of the basics. The mafia sneers as the boy takes his seat. Yet they quickly discover that Akagi is a gambler born of pure instinct—a commanding presence unafraid of death, and one fated to become a legend.

In the continuation of Rozen Maiden titled "Träumend," Shinku and the other sentient dolls from the Rozen Maiden collection continue their daily life at Jun Sakurada's home. Jun, who has grown accustomed to his role as Shinku's partner in the dangerous Alice Game, is now overcoming his past anxieties and preparing to return to school. While the dolls enjoy peaceful days at Jun's residence, the emergence of a new enemy, Barasuishou—the seventh Rozen Maiden—signals approaching trouble. Barasuishou remains a mystery to the other dolls, as none of them have encountered her before. Shinku sees this as an indication that the Alice Game is nearing its final stage, meaning the dolls will soon be forced to confront one another. Troubled by the impending battles and haunted by dreams of another doll, Shinku begins to distance herself from the group. To win, she realizes it will come at a great cost—the lives of her sisters.

Following a routine raid, novice sky pirate Coud discovers an extraordinary find among his crew's loot: Ren, an Edel Reid—a revered race known for granting unique combat abilities to their human partners through a process called "Reacting." Coud soon realizes Ren is even more valuable than he initially thought. Shortly after, three agents from the Edel Reid Complete Protection Agency, Arc Aire, board the ship with an offer to buy Ren. When Coud refuses, a sudden and mysterious attack strikes the vessel, prompting his captain to order him to protect Ren.

In their final summer before entering middle school, four friends take on a risky challenge at a nearby cemetery. Haruka Kaminogi steps in to help Yuu Gotou escape his overbearing mother, but she then witnesses a strange vision of blue snow and a mysterious figure with silver hair. Meanwhile, Haruka and her companions encounter another eerie apparition while fleeing from what they believe are ghosts in the graveyard. Unbeknownst to them, these beings are actually Dragon Soldiers from the world of La'cryma, sent to retrieve the Dragon Torque, their only hope for survival. It becomes clear that Haruka herself is the Torque. As she tries to avoid the soldiers, she finds solace in the silver-haired man, who claims to be Yuu's other self.

Yukinari has always been short for his age and has suffered from bullying and mistreatment by girls throughout his life. By the time he reaches high school, this has led to an unusual condition: any contact with girls—or even their proximity—causes him to break out in hives. So it comes as a great shock when he is suddenly whisked away to the city of Seiren, located on a mystical world that orbits Earth invisibly. This world is inhabited mostly by women, with very few men. Luckily, he meets a new friend, Miharu-chan, whose touch inexplicably does not trigger his reaction.

Van, a lean and detached swordsman, is on a single-minded quest: to avenge his slain fiancée. His only clue is that the killer possesses a mechanical claw for a hand, known only as The Claw Man. While journeying, Van reaches Evergreen, a town under threat from bandits seeking to loot its riches. There he meets Wendy Garret, a frightened girl searching for her kidnapped brother. When the townsfolk beg Van to help defend them, he refuses, stating their troubles are not his affair, and leaves them to fend for themselves. Shortly after, however, Van encounters the bandits and, after they provoke him, chooses to engage them on his own terms. To his surprise, he discovers the bandits are connected to The Claw Man and were involved in abducting Wendy's brother. After swiftly defeating them, Van resumes his pursuit of The Claw Man, with a reluctant Wendy joining him. Unbeknownst to both, The Claw Man is entangled in a far darker scheme than either of them realizes.

In ancient times, a race known as the Shadow Angels invaded Earth with the intent of draining its inhabitants' life force. By a miraculous turn of events, the Shadow Angels entered a dormant state, granting humanity 12,000 years of respite. But following the cataclysmic event known as the Holy Genesis, which wreaked havoc on the planet eleven years prior, these beings reawakened and resumed their attacks. DEAVA, a newly formed organization, created a powerful robotic weapon called Aquarion to defend against this threat. To harness Aquarion’s full power, three pilots must synchronize their hearts, minds, and spirits, a task only a select few can accomplish. The hunt for these individuals, referred to as 'Element Users', became crucial for securing humanity’s future. The narrative of Sousei no Aquarion centers around Apollo, a wild and impoverished young man who is thought to be the reincarnation of a legendary hero. After losing his closest friend to the Shadow Angels, Apollo resolves to become an Aquarion pilot. Will he be able to alter the course of the conflict and liberate humanity from the Shadow Angels’ looming danger?

In "He is My Master," Izumi Sawatari and her younger sister, Mitsuki leave their home and find themselves in urgent need of employment. Their only choice is to take on maid roles at the mansion of the wealthy fourteen-year-old Yoshitaka Nakabayashi. What begins as a straightforward job proves to be far more demanding, as Yoshitaka is a strict boss who insists they address him as "Master."

Satonaka Ikkou is a sixteen-year-old boy in his first year as a trainee at the Saienji Buddhist Temple. His parents sent him there to be trained under his grandmother, the Saienji Priestess. At the temple, he is constantly surrounded by beautiful young women who are also training to become priestesses. Whenever Ikkou sees a girl naked, he gains the ability to transform into a super-monk and perform massive exorcisms for the temple's benefit.

In a future where the chain of history has been severed, an endless expanse of colossal ruins stretches out. The oceans and continents are gone, surviving only in the data retrieved from the remnants. Ura is employed in the Archive Excavation Department, tasked with restoring and analyzing the preserved information. One day, he uncovers a troubling visual recording.

After a Martian probe breaks apart during re-entry, mysterious beings known as "Ancients" start appearing in Tokyo, causing destruction and proving immune to conventional weapons. Scientists are baffled by the sudden emergence of these hostile creatures, which are spreading chaos across the globe. Hope arrives with the creation of the MARS suit, an advanced weapon designed specifically to combat the Ancients. However, only individuals with rare DNA can operate it. Among the few qualified is Takeru Hinata, an ordinary teenager haunted by his past. With assistance from the AAST, a special police force created to confront the monstrous threat, Takeru takes up the fight against the Ancients while grappling with his own inner turmoil and trying to uncover the truth behind Earth's new enemies.

Following the resolution of the Jewel Seed crisis, Nanoha Takamachi returns to her daily life, which includes her morning magical practice. She stays in touch with Fate Testarossa and the crew of the Arthra through video messages, eagerly anticipating their next encounter. Her peace is broken when Raising Heart warns her of an imminent danger while she is studying. The attacker is Vita, a Belka Knight, who showcases her power by using an intelligent device equipped with a unique cartridge system, quickly overpowering Nanoha. Just as Nanoha is about to be defeated, the Space-Time Administration Bureau intervenes. Vita and her comrades, Shamal, Signum, and Zafila, are assigned to extract magical energy from mages in order to complete the Book of Darkness, one of the Lost Logia. What dark goals do these knights have for the Book of Darkness?

Set in the laid-back atmosphere of 1980s Japan, specifically in the coastal city of Onomichi, Yurie Hitotsubashi is an ordinary middle school student focused on her studies and her secret crush on Kenji, who has no idea how she feels. One day at lunch, Yurie jokingly tells her friend Mitsue that she became a goddess the night before. Another classmate, Matsuri, seizes this opportunity to revive her family's struggling Shinto shrine by installing Yurie as the new deity, replacing the ineffective Yashima-sama. Acting as Yurie's manager, Matsuri helps her manage her newfound divine duties—granting wishes, lifting curses, dealing with aliens, and attending god conventions. Amid these supernatural events, Yurie continues her regular school life while mustering the courage to confess her feelings to Kenji.

Momotsuki Academy's Class 1-C begins their second year under an unusual homeroom teacher: eleven-year-old MIT graduate Becky Miyamoto. Although exceptionally intelligent, the child prodigy finds it difficult to control the chaotic mix of hormonal adolescents and strange aliens that make up her class.

In response to reports of monsters attacking the Mount Nibel reactor, the Shinra Electric Power Company deploys its elite SOLDIER unit to investigate. Leading the mission is war hero Sephiroth, along with his comrade, First Class SOLDIER Zack Fair, and a contingent of Shinra guards. Upon arriving in Nibelheim, the village supplied by the reactor, Sephiroth discovers the origin of the monsters and reveals the truth behind Shinra's controversial Jenova Project. Later, Zack is found fleeing through the forest, no longer the heroic figure he aspired to be. He is pursued by the Turks, a notorious division of Shinra's General Affairs Department, who aim to keep the secrets within Zack and Sephiroth concealed.

The human realm and the world of demons (yōkai) exist layered over one another, with humans going about their everyday lives while supernatural beings walk the very same streets, concealed from mortal sight. For ages, a woman named Yurine, who appears perpetually young, and her servant known as the Karas—derived from the Japanese word for "crow"—have maintained order and balance between the two overlapping worlds, ensuring that demons never intrude upon human existence. Yet humanity has grown complacent, mocking the very idea of demons and forgetting the safety they once took for granted. Repulsed by such arrogance, a former Karas turns his back on the laws he once swore to uphold. Taking the human form of Eko, he assembles a legion of mechanized demons called Mikura and prepares to unleash an assault upon the human race. Meanwhile, a young man named Otoha is chosen to inherit the powers of the Karas, taking his place beside Yurine, who insists that his soul reached out to her while he still lived as an ordinary human. Together they dwell within the demon world, and it falls to Otoha to prove himself worthy of the Karas title and restore the balance that Eko threatens to shatter. At the same time, a superstitious police officer named Sagisaka and his pragmatic new recruit, Kure, pursue the trail of murders committed by Eko's Mikura, as well as the path of a rogue Mikura known as Nue. From there, the prophecy begins to unfold, leading toward a grim revelation that will touch everyone in the city.

Emma has devoted her years to servitude as a maid, finding contentment in her role under the careful guidance of the retired governess, Kelly Stownar. Although she is attractive, diligent, and warm-hearted, she has resigned herself to her place in society, despite the unreturned admiration of many working-class men in London. Her pursuit of love takes an unforeseen turn when William—the heir to the newly prosperous Jones family—returns to Mrs. Stownar's estate. Having once been under her care himself, William is immediately enchanted by Emma. His sincere devotion and persistent courtship slowly win her heart. Yet, as their relationship deepens, they face formidable barriers due to the strict class divisions of 19th-century England. With social boundaries as rigid as international frontiers, Emma and William must decide whether their love can withstand the fierce disapproval of high society.

Long ago, Kanna—a princess and the final survivor of a winged race—was locked away in a castle because the rest of the world feared her. When she met a soldier named Ryuuya, she fell in love with him and told him of her dreams to see the outside world and find her mother. Ryuuya did everything he could to make those dreams come true, but his efforts proved futile: Kanna was sealed in the sky by magic and cursed to endure pain for all eternity. Centuries later, Yukito, a descendant of Ryuuya, arrives in a quiet town one week before its annual festival, hoping to earn some money. Yet when he encounters an unusual girl named Misuzu, he remembers what his mother once told him—if he finds the winged girl's re-incarnation during his journey, he must use his power to set her free. Soon, the fates of Yukito and Misuzu become intertwined, and the two grow close and develop feelings for each other. But once Yukito realizes how Misuzu is connected to the past, he must decide whether to leave her behind or try to break the curse that has caused Kanna centuries of suffering.

Escaping the grim fate that awaits her in her home country, a young girl takes on the name and persona of the man who sacrificed himself to aid her escape. She finds refuge in a forest cabin alongside her talking motorcycle companion and receives tutelage from an aged firearms expert in the arts of shooting and survival. Although she feels at peace, she struggles with guilt over her benefactor's sacrifice and doubts using his name, understanding that she is erasing her true self by living under someone else's identity. The narrative explores her quest to embrace her newly formed identity.

This two-episode OVA consists of a series of short stories that fit into the School Rumble timeline, inserting new content between events from the start almost to the end. 1) Smile, Please! Mammoth, Yum! May I Fall in Love? Yoshidayama keeps advancing through the ranks of the school's toughest delinquents, Imadori attempts to get hands-on with a tomboy, and Harima takes a shot at being a hero in prehistoric times. Jumping back to a more recent moment, a scene in darkness reveals a secret crush held by an assistant. 2) New-Term Excitement! To Be Near You Scramble! The Naked Truth! Yakumo becomes friends with a foreigner—while still finding time for her psychic readings and frequent catnaps. The seating arrangements for Class 2-C throw Tenma into a panic over being placed next to her beloved, while a certain bad boy agonizes over having to sit beside her.

Night after night, young Toramizu Ginta dreams of a magical world he longs to visit. Only his friend Koyuki believes in his visions, yet Ginta keeps his cheerful spirit even as others mock him for such fantasies. One day, his wish is finally granted when a huge doorway appears before him and carries him away to the realm of MAR Heaven, a land where the weapons called ARMS are used. At first, Ginta is overjoyed simply to explore this enchanted world, but he soon uncovers the brutal conflicts that once scarred MAR Heaven — and to know that another war may soon be looming.

In Saint Seiya: The Hades Chapter - Inferno, Seiya and the surviving Bronze and Gold Saints who made it through the Sanctuary battles descend into the underworld. Their goal is to face and vanquish Hades.

Fifteen years ago, a cruise ship vanished after striking an iceberg in the Pacific. Recently, ship engineer Hideto Yashiro died in a car crash, and a link between these incidents emerges on the luxury liner St. Aphrodite during its maiden voyage. Kogorou Mouri, his daughter Ran, Conan Edogawa, and the Detective Boys join Sonoko Suzuki’s family trip aboard, but a game of hide-and-seek causes Sonoko to disappear. Soon after, the CEO of the Yashiro Group, which built the St. Aphrodite, is found dead from stab wounds, and her father goes missing. As police struggle to advance, Conan investigates deeper and uncovers the truth. The culprit, determined to avoid capture, threatens to sink the St. Aphrodite, endangering everyone. With water flooding the hull, the motive behind the vengeful killings is revealed. Trapped without escape, Conan and Kogorou confront the elusive murderer before the ship sinks into the ocean depths.

Set in the Kingdom of Windbloom, Arika Yumemiya enrolls at Garderobe Academy to train as an Otome—a pure-hearted maiden equipped with a HiME (Highly-advanced Materializing Equipment) that grants immense powers. Arika also seeks to find her mother, a former Meister Otome who once protected and fought for the nation. At the academy, Arika forms close bonds with Nina Wáng, a skilled Otome student, and Princess Mashiro Blan de Windbloom. With their support, Arika quickly adapts to academy life, dedicating herself to intense training, building friendships, and refining her Otome abilities. Yet Arika discovers that the path to becoming an Otome is fraught with dangers and political schemes. As she confronts various personal challenges, she comes to understand that achieving her goals will demand great sacrifices.

Sakurano Tazusa, who claims to have $10 billion worth of beauty, is a contender to be chosen as the Japanese representative for the Winter Olympics figure skating competition. However, the media and the public question her abilities, as she constantly falls at crucial moments during her performances. During one particular fall, a Canadian teen named Pete Pumps dies in an accident while performing an air stunt. Before being allowed to pass into the afterlife, Pete supposedly possesses Tazusa for a hundred days, living on inside her body. Despite her anger and resentment at having her body and privacy invaded by this Canadian ghost, Tazusa focuses on improving herself, hoping to be selected for the Olympics.

Hashiba Sora lost all his memories after falling from a fourth-story window. When Fujimori Sunao becomes his new roommate at school, Fujimori tells Hashiba that he is called Ran. Both Fujimori and Hashiba developed split personalities during their youth, and their alternate selves—Yoru and Ran—are deeply in love with each other. Although Fujimori and Hashiba are disturbed by what their other selves do together at night, they gradually begin to develop feelings for each other as well. Through this relationship, Hashiba Sora uncovers many shocking details about their childhood.

In "Sugar Sugar Rune," childhood friends Chocolat Meilleure and Vanilla Mieux, both witches, are rivals in a contest to become the next queen of the Magic World. As part of this competition, they must attend a school in the human world where they work to build friendships and earn love from their classmates. However, there is a dangerous rule: any witch who falls in love with a human faces execution. Their journey involves magical transformations, intrigue, envy, and romance, as Chocolat and Vanilla team up with their knights to defend their kingdom from the threatening Ogres, all while striving to prove themselves as the rightful successor to the throne.