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Shamans are individuals with a unique ability to communicate with ghosts, spirits, and gods that remain invisible to ordinary people. Every five hundred years, the Shaman Fight, a prestigious tournament where shamans from around the world compete, takes place. The winner is declared the Shaman King and gains control over the Great Spirit, allowing them to reshape the world as they wish. One evening, Manta Oyamada, an ordinary middle school student, cuts through a nearby graveyard to avoid being late for class. He encounters a lone boy sitting on a tombstone, who invites Manta to look at the stars with "them," revealing that "them" includes the boy's ghostly companions. Terrified, Manta runs away. Later, the boy introduces himself as You Asakura, a Shaman-in-training, and demonstrates his abilities by teaming up with Amidamaru, a six-hundred-year-old samurai spirit, to protect Manta from a group of bullies. You befriends Manta because of his ability to see spirits, and together with Amidamaru, they set out on You's mission to become the next Shaman King.

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.

Futaba Okeya is a 14-year-old boy who can see ghosts and always keeps a prominent birthmark on his left cheek hidden under a bandage. One day, a new student named Kouko Ishigami joins his class, marked by a scar on her forehead and followed by the spirit of a tall, friendly man. Futaba feels an instant attraction to Kouko, thinking it might be love at first sight. After a disturbing dream about her, he wakes up crying and senses a deep familiarity, which drives him to try to befriend her. However, a series of events leads Futaba to reveal his birthmark to Kouko, causing her to declare him her eternal enemy. Enraged, Kouko explains that they are connected through reincarnation, and the birthmark is a curse she placed on him in a past life to identify and ultimately defeat him. Kouko then summons a flaming circular device called the "spirit circle" and attacks Futaba, sending him tumbling down a staircase into the memories of one of his former lives. The story of Spirit Circle follows Futaba as he journeys through his various past lives, gradually uncovering the truth behind his conflict with Kouko.

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 "Zatch Bell!", Kiyomaro Takamine, a bright middle school student, meets Gash Bell, a strange boy holding a mysterious red book. At his father's request to read the book, Kiyomaro finds out Gash is no ordinary kid. He can shoot lightning from his mouth when saying specific words, and it turns out Gash is a demon child taking part in a thousand-year-old contest to become the Demon King. As the only one who can understand Gash's book, Kiyomaro becomes his partner, starting a journey full of friendship, determination, and, surprisingly, melons.

In the world of the Great Combat Qi Continent, where strength determines one's standing, Xiao Yan was once a remarkable genius of the Xiao Clan. At the age of eleven, he suddenly lost all his power. Now fifteen, he endures the disdain of those who once admired him and faces the possibility of being cast out from his clan. Adding to his troubles, his fiancée, Nalan Yanran, seeks to break off their engagement. Xiao Yan swears to reclaim his former glory and seize control of his own destiny through raw power. Battle Through the Heavens follows the difficult journey of a fallen prodigy determined to rise to the peak of cultivation, fighting despair with unwavering hope.

Shaman King Kanzenban is a reissue of the original Shaman King manga, featuring updates such as newly added chapters that affect the original chapter numbering. This edition also includes sixteen special bonus chapters known as Shaman King Remix Track.

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 year 2100, virtual reality games have become nearly indistinguishable from real life. Feng Lan decides to become the first player to choose a character of the opposite gender in the VRMMO "Second Life," hoping to prove to her brother that she can succeed without relying on "female advantages." However, when she becomes involved in a PvP conflict that disrupts her family and encounters her real-life friends and acquaintances within the game, can she keep her secret identity while steering clear of further complications?

In "Dazzle," a young girl named Rahzel is cast out of her home by her father, who insists she must explore the world. Her travels take an unforeseen turn when she meets Alzeid, a reserved and resolute young man driven to avenge his father's death. Though their personalities clash, Rahzel and Alzeid are pulled toward one another, possibly from hidden emotions or their mutual magical gifts. As unlikely partners, they wander from location to location, employing their powers to aid those around them, and along the way, uncover their genuine fates.

In a previous conflict, one hundred demon children competed for the right to become the ruler of their world. Once the battle concluded, a new king was chosen, and the demon realm seemed to settle into an era of tranquility. Yet, the actual state of the demon world today is exposed, and in the midst of hopelessness, three young demons resolve to undertake a perilous expedition.

An unexpected meeting with the mysterious Goodfellow guides Ryang to a spring where fairies are bathing. There, Ryang meets Fanta, a fairy who desires only to remain with him in the human world. Living with a fairy is challenging enough, but Fanta complicates things further when her rival places a curse on him, condemning him to a series of 108 doomed romances.

Spirits and monsters, mysterious demonic arts, and precious relics. A fantasy realm where demons are controlled and customs are upheld.

Since childhood, Ichigo Kurosaki has possessed the unusual ability to see ghosts, but this has not prevented him from living a normal life. One evening, upon returning home, he discovers Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper responsible for guiding spirits to the afterlife, in his room. Their conversation is abruptly interrupted by a Hollow—an evil spirit that consumes souls—which attacks them. Ichigo impulsively tries to fight the Hollow, but Rukia steps in to protect him from its counterattack. Injured and unable to continue, Rukia proposes a risky plan: transferring half of her Soul Reaper powers to Ichigo. He agrees, and unexpectedly, he ends up absorbing all of her power, enabling him to swiftly defeat the Hollow. Armed with his new Soul Reaper abilities, Ichigo takes on Rukia's duties of eliminating Hollows and protecting both living and dead souls. Joined by his friends Orihime Inoue and Yasutora Sado, who later develop their own spiritual powers, Ichigo soon realizes that the consequences of becoming a Soul Reaper and exploring the spirit realm are far greater than he initially imagined.

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.

Momo Ayase is in a bad mood after being rejected. While out, she sees a boy getting bullied and steps in to help. The boy is deeply into the occult and tries to talk to Ayase about supernatural topics, thinking they have something in common. But Ayase insists she believes in ghosts, and they argue over which is more real. To settle the debate, they each go separately to places tied to either the occult or ghosts—Ayase picks the occult, and the boy picks ghosts. When they reach their spots, they find out both the occult and ghosts are actually real. This discovery throws Ayase and the boy into a series of adventures where they deal with all the supernatural and occult events they come across, hoping to get back to a normal life.

In 2011, Yasuho Hirose and Joushuu Higashikata, childhood friends, discover a man stripped of his clothes and memory buried outside Morioh. Despite losing all recollection of his past, the man retains knowledge of how to wield a Stand, a supernatural ability represented by a humanoid form. Naming him Jousuke, Joushuu’s father, Norisuke, decides to shelter him at home while they help him search for his lost identity. As Jousuke delves deeper into uncovering his background, it becomes evident that his case of amnesia is not straightforward. His real identity carries a weightier significance than first apparent, and through a series of intense Stand battles, he begins to unravel a perilous conspiracy that threatens the whole town.

In "Mob Psycho 100," Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama is an eighth-grade student who possesses immense psychic powers but keeps them hidden due to their potentially destructive nature and the unwanted attention they draw. He suppresses his abilities by working for Arataka Reigen, a self-proclaimed esper who exploits Mob's talents for his own gain. Mob spends his time performing exorcisms for Reigen. Driven by his desire to win the affection of his childhood friend, Tsubomi Takane, Mob strives to become more likable. Yet, various obstacles continually disrupt his everyday life, gradually eroding his grip on his suppressed emotions. As his pent-up feelings intensify, what will happen when he finally reaches his breaking point remains uncertain.

At Ishiyama High, a school infamous for its delinquent students, first-year Tatsumi Oga—nicknamed "Demon King"—rules supreme over those he has defeated. One day, after taking down a gang that attacked him, Oga ends up looking after an abandoned infant. Despite his initial panic, he brings the baby to his best friend, Takayuki Furuichi, where they encounter Hildegard, a demon maid. She reveals that the child is Kaiser de Emperana Beelzebub IV, sent by his father, the Great Demon Lord Beelzebub III, to Earth with a mission to destroy humanity. Hildegard warns Oga that if he strays more than 15 meters from the baby, he will face immediate death. With his rough demeanor and history of violence, Oga reluctantly becomes the caregiver of the demon infant. The series follows his journey as he deals with both demonic beings and his dangerous peers, all while acting as an unconventional guardian and mentor to Baby Beel.

In 1989, Joseph Joestar travels to Japan at the request of his daughter, Holly, to see his grandson, Joutarou Kuujou, who is troubled by inner conflict. Joutarou believes an evil spirit is controlling him, leading him to confine himself in a prison cell. Joseph explains that this "spirit" is actually a Stand, a physical manifestation of one's fighting spirit. Both Joseph and his companion, Mohammed Avdol, possess their own Stands and have mastered them. During his visit, Joseph also learns alarming news: an ancient enemy of the Joestar family line has revived, awakening the Stand abilities of the Joestar bloodline. When Holly unexpectedly develops a Stand she cannot control, she becomes critically ill, requiring immediate action. Armed with their Stand powers, Joseph, Avdol, and Joutarou set out on a global journey from Japan to Egypt to confront their foe. Along the way, they face many Stand-wielding opponents and form new alliances, all to save Holly and ultimately defeat their enemy.

In *Psyren*, Ageha Yoshina, a confident high school student who takes on various odd jobs to help others, stumbles upon a strange calling card with the word "Psyren" inside a phone booth, unaware of its significance. After finishing one of his tasks, he picks it up. The next day, he finds that his classmate Sakurako Amamiya also has an identical card. When he confronts her, she begs for his help, setting off their dangerous journey. As confusion sets in, Ageha's fears grow when Sakurako suddenly vanishes. Seeking answers, he dials the number on the card and is questioned by a mysterious voice, leading to the chilling question, "Would you like to go to Psyren?" This begins a deadly game where Ageha and Sakurako must navigate a bizarre world filled with monstrous creatures called Taboo, using only psychic powers known as PSI, in their quest to return to reality.

In feudal Japan, Manji is a feared swordsman known as the "Hundred Man Killer" for his past slaughter of one hundred innocent people. His most chilling trait is his invincibility—an eternal life granted by the eight-hundred-year-old nun Yaobikuni, who implanted bloodworms in his body that can heal nearly any wound. Driven by a desire to atone for his past deeds, Manji vows to eliminate one thousand wicked men. Yaobikuni agrees, promising to lift his curse of immortality if he completes this task. Soon after, Manji meets Rin Asano, a sixteen-year-old girl who begs for his help in avenging her parents' death. Initially, Manji refuses Rin's request. However, seeing her vulnerability, he changes his mind and commits to protecting her for four years. With this agreement, they set out on a dangerous journey marked by violence, revenge, and penance, each pursuing their own goals.

At fourteen, delinquent Yusuke Urameshi spends his days skipping class and clashing with authority. He often gets into street fights with his rival, Kazuma Kuwabara, and teases his childhood friend, Keiko Yukimura. Struggling with inner turmoil and the burden of an alcoholic mother, Yusuke suddenly jumps in front of a speeding car to save a child, sacrificing his own life in the process. The spirit guide Botan intervenes, allowing Yusuke to see the impact of his death on those close to him, including his mother, Keiko, and even Kuwabara. Moved by their grief, Yusuke is given a second chance at life by Koenma, the son of the ruler of the Spirit World. Koenma recruits Yusuke as a "Spirit Detective," assigning him to resolve a series of escalating supernatural incidents. Through his battles and eventual alliances with demons like the refined Kurama and the fierce Hiei, Yusuke hones his fighting abilities. As dark forces rise from the Netherworld, Yusuke unites with his companions to protect what he once took for granted.

In "Lookism," 17-year-old Park Hyung Suk has spent his life at the bottom of the social ladder due to his short stature, weight, and unattractive appearance, enduring constant bullying and prejudice from his peers. To escape his tormentor Lee Tae Sung, he decides to transfer to Jae Won High School in Seoul, a vocational school known for its relaxed rules and laid-back student body. A few days before his transfer, Hyung Suk wakes up to find himself in a new body—tall, fit, and strikingly handsome, the complete opposite of his original form. Yet his old body remains beside him, with the two bodies switching consciousness whenever one falls asleep. Navigating this unusual situation, Hyung Suk enjoys his growing popularity at Jae Won High while also investigating the mystery behind his extraordinary second body.