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For years, Twenty-Fifth Bam lived a solitary life until he met Rachel. With her decision to climb the Tower firmly set, Rachel prepares to leave Bam behind to chase her ambition. Following Rachel through a radiant barrier, Bam begins his journey to ascend the Tower, driven by his wish to reunite with her. The Tower, however, is a treacherous realm filled with ancient mysteries, formidable creatures, and hostile individuals. Each floor is overseen by an Administrator who imposes rigorous trials on those brave enough to face them, pushing their limits to the extreme. When confronting Headon, the Administrator of the first floor, Bam learns he is classified as an "Irregular"—someone who entered the Tower without being chosen by it, an exceptionally rare occurrence. Even with this revelation, Bam's path forward remains unwavering. Whether it be riches, strength, fame, or reunion with Rachel, the summit of the Tower promises to fulfill every desire.

In the eerie Abyss, a realm filled with grotesque beings called Chains, most believe it to be nothing more than a cautionary tale for children. However, for Oz Vessalius, the lively and playful heir of the esteemed Vessalius lineage, this changes dramatically during his coming-of-age ceremony. The enigmatic Baskerville Clan appears without warning and sentences him to the Abyss for a crime he did not commit and cannot comprehend. To escape, Oz enters into a contract with Alice, an unusual Chain who can assume human form. As Oz endeavors to unravel the mysteries surrounding his condemnation, the Abyss itself, and a tragic event from a hundred years prior, he and his companions face off against the Baskervilles and the specters of history. Throughout his quest to return home, Oz is continually besieged by an overwhelming sense of hopelessness. One-shot included: Volume 8: Pandora Hearts (pilot)

Yuugi Mutou, a high school student frequently targeted by bullies, spends his nights absorbed in board games and puzzles within his room. His love for games stems from his grandfather, who runs the game shop where they both live. After solving the ancient Millennium Puzzle one night, Yuugi awakens a concealed, darker identity called Yami Yuugi. In moments of intense stress, Yuugi transforms into this bold and fearsome alter ego, assuming the role of a vengeful figure who challenges bullies and wrongdoers to high-stakes games, where losing brings severe repercussions. As Yuugi and his dark counterpart gain allies among those who once tormented him, they forge strong bonds with these new companions. However, the group soon faces enemies far more dangerous than school bullies—people who twist games for evil purposes, putting Yuugi and his friends' lives at risk.

In her final memory, Natsu Iwashimizu shares cherished meals with her family. However, upon waking, she discovers she's on a sinking ship, saved by three unfamiliar faces: Arashi Aota, whose kindness is matched only by his short fuse; Semimaru Asai, who teases Natsu's shy demeanor; and Botan Saotome, a skilled individual who grasps the gravity of their situation. Together, they manage to escape and navigate towards a deserted island. Unbeknownst to them, this enigmatic land is actually post-apocalyptic Japan. A meteorite impact has eradicated human life and transformed the planet's ecosystem. To repopulate the earth, the government initiated the "7 Seeds" program, sending five teams—Spring, Summer A, Summer B, Autumn, and Winter—each comprising seven resilient youth and a guide. Natsu and her crew belong to Summer B, deemed social outliers. Their survival hinges on finding one of seven government shelters for supplies. In a perilous, alien world devoid of familiar support, the quartet must learn to work together to endure.

In 2063, humanity has established colonies across numerous planets in space. A group of eight students from Caird High School, along with a younger companion, set out on an interstellar camping trip to the distant planet MCPA, located nine light-years from Earth. The group includes the adventurous Kanata Hoshijima and the lively Aries Spring. After landing on MCPA, they encounter a strange, glowing orb that chases them. Captured by this mysterious object, the students are transported to a remote region of space, 5,012 light-years away from any possible rescue. With limited supplies and no way to return, their only hope for survival rests on an abandoned spacecraft nearby. As they struggle to stay alive, the dark secrets behind their sudden disappearance begin to come to light.

In a realm where steam and machinery dominate, who can transcend the mundane? From the haze of history and shadow, what call reaches me? Stepping out of the mysterious fog, I find a world of firearms, cannons, massive ships, flying machines, and intricate devices; mixed with potions, divination, curses, dolls, and relics from the past. Yet, a glimmer of optimism persists, and sorcery stays close at hand. This is the tale of the Fool.

After their fierce confrontation, Battler Ushiromiya reflects on the sudden resignation of the Golden Witch Beatrice, who now appears as little more than a faint echo of her former confident self. This dramatic shift compels Battler to reexamine every detail from the first four games. Though he wishes to remain by her side, he resolves to take back control of the current situation, where Lambdadelta and Frederica Bernkastel have taken charge of the fifth game board. Following Kinzou Ushiromiya's death, Krauss Ushiromiya becomes the family head, but he faces serious financial troubles from poor investments that could lead to creditors seizing the estate. His siblings may take legal action against him under these circumstances. Natsuhi Ushiromiya, supporting her husband, seeks Beatrice's help to revive the former head of the family, hoping to hide the truth until the debts are resolved. Erika Furudo, a self-proclaimed detective, arrives on Rokkenjima Island as the family reunion begins. Welcomed as a distinguished guest, Erika quickly becomes fascinated by the ongoing discussion about the epitaph riddle. However, her relentless investigation into uncovering the hidden treasure triggers a chain of events that threatens to disrupt the Ushiromiya family's stability.

Every 300 years, the Evil God awakens, signaling doom and despair. To avert this catastrophe, the Spirit of Fate chooses six champions known as the Braves of the Six Flowers, each marked with a distinctive crest. This time, however, seven individuals are selected instead of the usual six. Among them are Adlet Mayer, who declares himself the world's strongest man; Princess Nashetania Loei Piena Augustra and her loyal knight Goldov Auora; the feline assassin Hans Humpty; the innocent yet dangerous Chamo Rosso; the stern Mora Chester; and the lone wanderer Fremy Speeddraw. With the possibility that any one of the seven could be a true Brave, the presence of an extra person suggests a spy is among them, intent on disrupting the mission and sowing discord. Suspicion falls heavily on Adlet, making him the prime suspect. Hunted and pursued, he desperately tries to prove innocence. As the Evil God's minions eagerly await its resurgence, the Braves grow increasingly wary of each other, their trust eroding as the deadline approaches.

Rumors about the late Wei Wuxian continue to spread without ever fading. Known for his ability to control the dead, he remains a figure of both awe and fear within the cultivation world, even 13 years after his death. After awakening in the body of a young man who had been bullied and sought revenge against his abusive family by offering his soul, Wei Wuxian now faces new challenges. Wei Wuxian, a clever yet playful cultivator, cannot resist his nature. He disrupts a ritual meant to seal a powerful cursed arm, an act overseen by the Lan Sect, a major cultivation group based in Gusu and home to his old friend, the composed and restrained Lan Wangji. Despite wanting to keep his past hidden, Wei Wuxian becomes entangled in the dark secrets of the ruling cultivation sects. Collaborating with Lan Wangji, he sets out to uncover the mystery behind the cursed arm, only to find that their investigation barely scratches the surface. The truth could reveal the cause of his own infamous fall from grace.

The "Undying," beings created from the remains of fallen soldiers, are nearly immortal entities built solely for combat. When the war concluded, they were deemed unnecessary, prompting the Church to launch the Undying Hunt, a systematic campaign to eliminate these creatures. Eighty years later, only a handful of Undying survive, still relentlessly pursued and destroyed by the Church. Kieli, an orphan enrolled in a religious boarding school, has a unique gift: she can see spirits. Ostracized by her peers, she spends her days conversing with Becca, the ghost of a girl who once lived in Kieli's room. One day, Kieli encounters Harvey, a distant and enigmatic Undying, one of the few still alive. After an unexpected incident, Harvey saves Kieli from a train accident, risking his own life in the process. Driven by curiosity about Harvey, Kieli chooses to join him on his journey to fulfill a promise made to the Corporal—the spirit of a fallen soldier now inhabiting a radio—to return his mortal body to him. As they travel together, Kieli comes to see that beneath Harvey's aloof exterior lies a kind and caring soul tormented by memories of war. Through their interactions and growing bond, a lasting connection forms between them, offering Harvey a chance to rediscover the humanity he had lost.

Umineko no Naku Koro ni, part of the acclaimed When They Cry series by 07th Expansion, takes place on Rokkenjima, the island estate of the wealthy Ushiromiya family. Following their yearly tradition, the family gathers to discuss each member's financial situation. With the family patriarch's health worsening, this year's meeting also addresses how his inheritance will be divided. Unknown to them, the inheritance is the least of Ushiromiya Kinzou's concerns. After learning from his longtime doctor and confidant that he is close to death, Kinzou longs to see his true love once more—the Golden Witch, Beatrice. Having delved into dark magic in his later years, Kinzou arranges a ceremony to summon Beatrice when his relatives arrive at Rokkenjima. A fierce typhoon soon traps the family on the island, leading to a series of baffling murders. The eighteen trapped individuals must now fight for survival amid a confusing conflict between the worlds of fantasy and reality.

Lambdadelta takes over as Game Master following Beatrice's defeat at the end of the previous arc while Bernkastel takes primary control of the human side in the game. Battler meanwhile tries to understand the truth behind Beato's games and comes into conflict with Erika Furudo, a detective character created by Bern who approaches the island murders from a "mystery" perspective, in contrast to Battler's "anti-fantasy" stance. The chapter also has a focus on Natsuhi, who receives threatening phone calls from a "Man from 19 Years Ago".

In this prequel to .hack, Albireo, a lone adventurer, explores the depths of The World, a revolutionary online fantasy game. During his travels, he encounters Lycoris, a mysterious child found in a dungeon. At first, he thinks she might be a simple system error. But as they venture deeper into The World, Albireo notices Lycoris defying every established rule of the game. Slowly, he begins to believe she holds a dangerous secret—one that could unravel the entire digital realm and impact the real world as well.

Sequel to Guimi Zhi Zhu.

In the realm called The Vertical World, which extends downward from the sky, a young boy named Ruska lives, endlessly curious about the secrets concealed below. His life changes dramatically when he witnesses a girl falling from the heavens, descending toward the unknown depths. This incident sets him on a journey to reveal the mysteries surrounding the Falling Maiden.

Jack Flash, a faerie-born detective, and her human-born brother Larry run a private investigation agency in New York City, focusing on crimes that occur in the blurred boundary between the human and faerie worlds. The pair never anticipated getting a letter from an ancient magus of the Old World, yet Echos, the dragons' caretaker, has a job for them.

A collection of four Mo Dao Zu Shi side stories which were not included in the original Taiwan physical release.

Guts, once known as the Black Swordsman and a mercenary, pursues a path of vengeance. After enduring a brutal childhood, he finds someone he can trust and respect, but that bond is shattered when that person betrays him, stripping away everything precious to him in pursuit of their own ambitions. Now marked for death, Guts faces unrelenting persecution from dark forces. Driven by a grim and tragic mission, wielding immense strength and a colossal sword, he pushes forward undeterred by any obstacle, even death itself, until he can confront the one who stole his and his lover's humanity. This synopsis also includes a one-shot titled "Berserk: The Prototype," featured in Volume 14.

The infamous Pirate King, Gol D. Roger, is executed by the World Government. Before his death, he reveals that a legendary treasure called One Piece is hidden somewhere in the Grand Line. He declares that whoever finds it will become the next Pirate King, sparking the Great Age of Pirates. Twenty years later, Monkey D. Luffy, a young aspiring pirate, begins his own journey to find One Piece and claim the title of Pirate King. With only a straw hat, a small boat, and his rubber-like body, Luffy sets out to gather a crew and find a ship strong enough to sail the dangerous Grand Line, aiming to reach the top of the pirate world.

In a world where "the Gate" appeared ten years ago, linking reality to a magical realm full of monstrous beings, ordinary people gained extraordinary powers and became known as "Hunters." Among them is Sung Jin-Woo, a 20-year-old Hunter called the "World's Weakest" due to his exceptionally feeble abilities even at E-Rank. Despite his struggles, Jin-Woo persistently hunts monsters through low-tier Gates to pay for his mother’s medical expenses. His life changes drastically during a disastrous mission, where he thinks he has died alone. However, he wakes up three days later in a hospital and encounters a strange floating screen—the "Quest Log"—which orders him to complete an extremely intense training program, threatening harsh consequences if he fails. Though initially hesitant because of the daunting challenge, Jin-Woo realizes this could be his chance to become one of the strongest Hunters in the world.

In the Hidden Leaf Village, Naruto Uzumaki aspires to become the Hokage, the village's strongest ninja. His dream is met with skepticism from the villagers, who have always treated him harshly. This mistreatment stems not from Naruto's loud personality or his early difficulties as a ninja, but because he carries a powerful demon within him—the Nine-Tailed Fox, sealed inside him at birth by the Fourth Hokage to protect the village from its destruction. Assigned to Team 7 alongside Sasuke Uchiha and Sakura Haruno, and led by the experienced ninja Kakashi Hatake, Naruto embarks on a journey that forces him to collaborate with others for the first time. Through intense training and dangerous missions, Naruto discovers the true value of teamwork and works to forge his own path toward becoming a respected ninja acknowledged by his community.

At Grace Field House, the orphans lead what seems like a perfect life. Despite being without parents, they live with other children and a kind "Mama" who cares for them, fostering a tight-knit family environment. All children are well-looked after, as adoption is guaranteed by the time they turn twelve. Their days consist of intensive tests followed by outdoor playtime. However, there is one strict rule: they must never leave the orphanage grounds. One day, Emma and Norman, two of the highest-performing children, venture outside the fence and discover the terrible reality of their situation. With their quick thinking, the children must unite to alter the course of their destined futures.

In the American Old West, the stage is set for the planet's most extraordinary race. Thousands of competitors gather in San Diego, ready to embark on a journey of over six thousand kilometers, with a fifty-million-dollar prize as the ultimate reward. As the era of horses comes to an end, racers can use any type of vehicle. They must navigate harsh conditions and traverse uncharted desert landscapes, sometimes traveling up to one hundred kilometers daily. The Steel Ball Run is an unparalleled contest. Johnny Joestar, a young former horse racer now wheelchair-bound, arrives in San Diego just as the race begins. Here, he encounters Gyro Zeppeli, a racer who carries two steel spheres instead of a weapon. Johnny witnesses Gyro using one of these spheres to create a supernatural effect, causing a man in a standoff to turn his own gun against himself. Amidst the chaos, Johnny accidentally touches the steel ball, feeling energy surge through his legs, allowing him to stand after two years of being confined to a wheelchair. Driven by the desire to unravel the mystery behind the steel balls, Johnny decides to join the race, embarking on a bizarre adventure across America during the Steel Ball Run.

In a world where alchemists can alter and transform matter through their expertise, these practitioners are esteemed for their knowledge and abilities. Yet, despite alchemy's immense power, it cannot accomplish everything—especially human transmutation, which is forbidden due to its severe repercussions. Disregarding these warnings, the brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric attempt to bring their deceased mother back to life through human transmutation. The attempt ends in catastrophe: Edward loses his left leg, and Alphonse loses his entire body. In a desperate move, Edward sacrifices his own right arm to bind Alphonse's soul to a suit of armor. Time passes, and the two brothers set out on a journey across the nation in search of the Philosopher's Stone, hoping to regain their original bodies. Their quest, however, reveals far darker truths than they ever anticipated.