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Following his high school graduation, Yuuki Wakura reflects on the disappearance of his sister five years prior during a catastrophic event linked to Mato, a mysterious dimension connected to Earth through strange portals. Mato is a demonic realm teeming with lethal creatures called Shuuki that threaten humanity. A turning point came when a fruit from Mato was found, bestowing extraordinary abilities solely upon women, enabling them to combat the Shuuki. This discovery led to the formation of a new matriarchal regime and the creation of the Demon Defense Force, a female-led organization that marginalized men in society. Upon accidentally being transported to Mato, Yuuki finds himself unable to return alone. Faced with imminent peril from the Shuuki, he is unexpectedly saved by a girl clad in military uniform. Kyouka Uzen, the leader of the Demon Defense Force's Seventh Unit, is an ambitious individual whose unique powers are often overlooked by her colleagues. In this dire situation, Kyouka sees an opportunity to fully harness her abilities by making Yuuki her captive, believing his subjugation is essential for defeating the Shuuki.

Negi Springfield, a ten-year-old wizard who recently graduated from Merdiana Magic Academy in Wales, has two primary objectives: locating his missing father, the legendary Thousand Master, and earning the title of Magister Magi, a wizard whose purpose is to aid the non-magical world. As his final assignment, he is sent to teach English at a Japanese middle school. Upon his arrival, Negi is surprised to discover that he is responsible for a homeroom class of thirty-one girls. One of his students, Asuna Kagurazaka, accidentally discovers his magical identity. With this secret now exposed, Negi must prevent it from spreading further while dealing with various magical threats emerging both inside and outside Mahora Academy, all while continuing his search for his father.

Several months after the events of the first season, Youkai Academy has been rebuilt and a new semester begins. Tsukune and his companions return, having grown stronger. The true nature of Anti-Thesis is revealed, along with new enemies and a threat far more dangerous than anything they have faced before. Tsukune struggles with the monster awakening inside him. With guidance from Moka, Mizore, Kurumu, Ruby, and Yukari, he trains to control his vampire heritage and gain the power needed to protect those close to him. The second season explores more of the girls' backgrounds and their family connections. New trials await, along with new allies who will join their side. Together, they seek to uncover the secrets behind Moka's rosary and her bloodline.

In the span of just a few hours, Akira Sengoku went from enjoying a school trip flight back to Japan from Guam with his classmates to being stranded alone in a dense jungle following a mysterious plane crash. As he looks for survivors, he encounters unfamiliar animal species. He eventually locates two other survivors, his classmate Shirou Mariya and flight attendant Kanako Oomori, who are under assault by a towering two-meter bird. Following a narrow escape, Shirou employs his laptop to pinpoint their location and unravel the mystery behind the unusual creatures. Their discovery is startling—their plane has crashed on a hidden Pacific island populated by long-extinct animals. Cage of Eden follows Akira and the other survivors as they battle to endure on this perilous island, where unseen dangers threaten their survival at every step. To overcome the challenges and uncover the island’s secrets, they must rely on their wits and cooperation.

In "Trinity Seven: The Seven Magicians," Arata Kasuga lives a normal life with his cousin Hijiri until she disappears because of a mysterious event known as the "Breakdown Phenomenon." Resolved to stop this phenomenon and be with Hijiri again, Arata enters Royal Biblia Academy. With help from seven girls who are each skilled in a distinct type of magic, Arata starts a journey where anything appears possible. This shounen series mixes romance, comedy, and serious magical adventures together.

Takuma was an ordinary gamer, but a twist of fate pulls him into another world—in the body of a demon lord! And nobody is more frightened by this than Takuma himself. He possesses great power, but he's completely out of his depth. So he decides to play the part of the monster he resembles, and accidentally acquires two gorgeous slaves: a curvaceous elf and a cat-eared girl. None of them wished for this situation, but they must learn to work together if they want to survive.

Witches suddenly declare war on humanity, unleashing chaos that devastates two-thirds of the planet. These witches summon entities known as "Supporters," which they use to assault human settlements, though their motives stay ambiguous. People born with the ability to fight the witches are banded together as Witch Hunters by the remaining population. Among these hunters, Tasha Godspell is notable, earning the nickname "The Marksman," and is accompanied by a Supporter resembling a "Jack-O-Lantern." Though Tasha fights against the witches, he finds it hard to truly despise them.

Ikki Kurogane is a Blazer, someone who can materialize his soul into a weapon, but he is notably inept with magic, making him a complete underachiever among his peers. Known as the "Worst One," he seeks to offset his magical shortcomings by refining his swordsmanship and pursuing the path of a Mage-Knight. Stella Vermillion, the second princess of the Vermillion Empire, is a highly accomplished Rank A Blazer who has never suffered defeat. Driven by a relentless desire for formidable opponents to test her abilities, she travels to Japan with the goal of mastering the way of the Mage-Knight. Their paths converge at Hagun Academy, one of Japan's premier Mage-Knight institutions. Both share an aspiration to achieve greatness as exceptional Mage-Knights through dedication and skill. Yet, to make this dream a reality, they must first face each other in the final round of the Seven Stars Battle Festival. This brutal competition pits the top student knights from all seven Japanese schools against one another, with the winner earning the prestigious title of Seven Stars King. Can Ikki and Stella overcome the trials posed by the most powerful Blazers and reach the highest levels of knighthood?

In a post-apocalyptic heavy metal fantasy world, the only thing capable of saving humans from orcs, lizard men, and other monsters is something even more wicked. Sealed inside a 14-year-old boy, the chaotic wizard Dark Schneider is unleashed to fight four mighty generals and their plan to revive the evil god Anslasax! Volume 19 includes the extra "Victim of Changes" (VICTIM OF CHANGES). Wizard!!: Bakuen no Seifukusha (WIZARD!!－爆炎の征服者－); Shounen Jump 1987 #47 Binetsu Rouge (微熱口紅〈るーじゅ〉); Shounen Jump 1987 Summer Special Virgin Tyrant (VIRGIN TYRANT); Shounen Jump 1988 Winter Special

A fallen knight is reborn as a behemoth cub—only to find that everyone mistakes his fearsome form for an adorable kitten. Despite looking soft and cuddly, he still carries a noble warrior’s pride and the raw power of an S-ranked monster. Now he must put both to the test, protecting the lovely elf girl who took him in as her pet.

In the early 1900s, advances in technology led to the creation of a refined form of magic called Makinot—spell circuits implanted into objects to bestow them with life and distinct personalities. Originally crafted for military applications, these Makinot puppets have now become widespread across the globe. Akabane Raishin enters the Royal Academy with the goal of becoming the world's foremost puppeteer. By his side is Yaya, a stunning teenage girl who is actually his puppet weapon, as he works to ascend the hierarchy quickly. Though he possesses exceptional combat skills and strong resolve, Raishin struggles academically, ranking near the bottom on examinations. To reach his objective, he must conquer the most dangerous threats among his peers and come out on top.

In a world where magicians infuse bullets with magical abilities—like summoning powerful creatures—there once existed a witch so powerful that she challenged the gods, earning a curse as punishment. Ten years before the story begins, this witch emerged victorious from a duel with another magician, saving a young boy in the process. The boy was instantly mesmerized by her and vowed to become a magician himself, using guns as his "Sword of Justice." That boy was named Zero. When he grew up, he set out to find the woman who had rescued him. But the woman he discovers is not the idealized figure from his memories; instead, she proves to be selfish, rude, and arrogant, and much shorter than he expected. Nonetheless, she wields immense power that awakens whenever she senses Zero's love and his willingness to sacrifice himself for her. Thus, the two embark on a journey to find a cure and uncover why the gods cursed her in the first place.

In the turbulent land of Halkeginia, various kingdoms, princedoms, duchies, and lordships vie for territory, while nobles engage in schemes and intrigues to increase their influence over rulers and foreign powers. At the heart of this complex landscape lies the modest but crucial kingdom of Tristein, home to the prestigious Tristein Academy of Magic. Here, young nobles from different regions gather to learn the art of magic and develop into skilled magi. Though friendships may form across borders among students, it remains uncertain whether these bonds will survive the political maneuvering and power struggles beyond the academy's walls. Louise Françoise Le Blanc de La Vallière, a student at Tristein Academy, is notorious for her inability to cast spells successfully. During a familiar-summoning ritual, Louise unexpectedly summons a young man named Hiraga Saito, who has been mysteriously transported from another world. After the ceremony, Saito becomes Louise's familiar.

In the past, the powerful sorceress Feicia Rand Philistin sought to conquer the nation of Shurian, spreading fear and destruction. The hero Maian the Brave rose to oppose her tyranny and managed to seal her away. Centuries later, Fenix Maian accidentally frees the sorceress that his ancestors worked tirelessly to imprison. Now, he must prevent her from resuming her quest to dominate the world.

In the MMORPG Cross Reverie, Takuma Sakamoto is so overpowered that other players hail him as the "Demon Lord." One day, he is transported to a different world—still bearing the same appearance he had in the game! There, he encounters two girls who each claim to be his Summoner. They attempt an Enslavement Ritual to make him their servant... but Takuma's passive skill "Magic Reflection" kicks in! Instead, the girls themselves become enslaved. Despite being the mightiest Sorcerer around, Takuma has no clue how to interact with others. He makes a decision: to play the role he took on in the game! "Impressive, isn't it? Naturally... I am Diablo, the one they call and fear as the Demon Lord!" And so begins an adventure with an earth-shatteringly powerful Demon Lord (or at least someone who acts like one) conquering a new world!

In "The Ruler of the Land," Bi-Kwang is a dashing young warrior who becomes infatuated and somewhat dimwitted around attractive women. During his travels, he encounters an unnamed, highly skilled swordswoman looking for a legendary martial arts master. Bi-Kwang volunteers to assist her in exchange for an introduction to her gorgeous sibling. It soon becomes clear that the swordswoman is actually Hwa-Rin Dahm, the sister herself, and she alternates between disguises to progress the narrative. Bi-Kwang is immediately smitten with her, leading to a romantic subplot involving only the two of them. Set in a realm where various factions vie for control over the Murim, Bi-Kwang, despite possessing a natural aptitude for martial arts and lacking interest in them, makes a deal to escort Hwa-Rin to meet her grandfather, the last known witness to his disappearance. Their journey is fraught with adversaries and occasional reunions with old acquaintances. Through their adventures, Bi-Kwang grows and gains insight into the importance of martial arts, recognizing his previous misuse of his abilities.

In a world where people can summon elemental spirits, a special tournament grants the winner a single wish along with blessings for their homeland. Nations across the land work hard to train the next Ren Ashbell, known as "The Strongest Blade Dancer." Only female spirit elementalers are allowed to take part in this competition. Kamito Kazehaya, a sixteen-year-old boy who is the only male spirit elementaler in existence, finds himself forced to enroll at Areishia Spirit Academy. There, he meets other young spirit contractors, including the fiery-haired Claire Rouge, who demands that Kamito become her contracted humanoid spirit. Still, Kamito stays focused on his true goal: reclaiming his former partner, Restia Ashdoll. Follow Kamito on his journey as he, together with his sword spirit Terminus Est, strives to win the upcoming Blade Dance of the Elementalers.

Allen's second semester at Thousand Blade has begun, and every swordcraft academy is eager to take part in the Sword Master Festival, a major tournament for swordfighters. In this prestigious competition, one first-year student gets the chance to compete—as long as they win the First-Year Tourney. Allen isn't about to shy away from the challenge, but Lia and Rose are equally determined, having been hungry for a rematch ever since their earlier losses. Who will claim the coveted slot?

Shinya is an unremarkable student, lacking athletic ability and plagued by a timid disposition that leaves him feeling insignificant. One day, he meets Haruna, a girl whose presence might change his fate. She identifies him as the Messiah, destined by the Lord to save her world, and offers to be his protector. Could this claim be true? Is his life of mediocrity simply a setup for such a significant role? Is he really the Messiah? And if he is, can he even save himself, much less an entire world? The story includes one-shots from Volume 4: Night Keeper and Volume 6: Exorcist.

Kojou Akatsuki, a regular high schooler, unexpectedly becomes the Fourth Primogenitor—the most formidable vampire in existence—with no memory of how it happened. To make matters worse, he is placed under the supervision of Yukina Himeragi, a middle school-aged Attack Mage whose mission is to monitor him and, if needed, eliminate him to prevent him from losing control. Yet, entrusting such a crucial role to a young girl may prove unwise, especially since Kojou's abilities activate when he is aroused. This story unfolds on a man-made island inhabited by numerous demonic beings, each with their own intentions concerning the Fourth Primogenitor.

Lucas, a middle-aged adventurer stuck at D-rank his whole life, one day pulls the legendary Holy Sword from its resting place while dead drunk—and instantly becomes the strongest! From that moment onward, his fate is completely turned around. Chasing love and chasing after his desires, this reborn middle-aged adventurer's true adventure is just beginning!

In the early 1900s, advances in science led to the emergence of Machinart—a fusion of technology and magic where spell-based circuits are implanted into objects, granting them life and unique personalities. Originally developed for military use, these creations became widespread. Akabane Raishin enrolls at the Royal Academy with the goal of becoming the top puppeteer. His partner, Yaya, appears to be a charming young girl but is actually his weapon puppet. Together, they aim to outshine the other students. Although Raishin possesses exceptional combat skills and unyielding determination, his academic record is terrible. To defeat his powerful classmates, he must overcome difficult hurdles.

Tomoya Sadoshima perished in a severe accident following a trip to the convenience store. Upon waking in an all-white space, a stunningly beautiful woman appeared, introducing herself as the Goddess of Creation. To compensate for his suffering, she gave him the opportunity to be reincarnated in another world. However, that world was embroiled in a war against the demon king. Thus begins Tomoya's adventure to defeat the demon king and acquire the harem he longs for.

D-rank beast-tamer Lint takes on the worst jobs just to get by and survive—but everything changes for the better when a hot S-rank catgirl named Birena begs him to tame her! Birena believes that submitting to Lint will help her evolve into an even more amazing warrior—is she right? Is she horny? Is she…both??