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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.

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 1924, climbers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine set out on an ambitious expedition to be the first to scale Mount Everest but disappeared during the final stretch of their ascent, creating one of mountaineering's greatest mysteries—whether they managed to reach the summit. In 1993, in Kathmandu, Japanese photographer Makoto Fukamachi comes across an old camera in an antique store, which he thinks once belonged to Mallory. However, the camera is quickly snatched up by "Bikha Sanp," a large Japanese man whom Fukamachi suspects is actually Jouji Habu, a celebrated Japanese mountaineer who vanished from public view years earlier. Despite Fukamachi's interest, Bikha Sanp avoids engaging with him and departs with the camera. With no other leads, Fukamachi decides to delve into Habu's past to understand what could have lured the former climber to Nepal. To rewrite mountaineering history, Fukamachi embarks on an investigation that will take him to the world's highest peak—the summit of the gods.

In the midst of pervasive bullying at her middle school, Lee Sori, a courteous and upright student, steps up to defend her friend Kim Julie. Her actions, however, draw the bullies' attention directly to her. Seeking refuge from this torment, Sori relocates to her former hometown and enrolls in a new school, hoping for a respite. Despite the change, her past traumas continue to affect her, causing her to isolate herself from others. As Sori grapples with her difficult reality, she stumbles upon a cryptic letter hidden beneath her desk. Driven by curiosity, she uncovers a series of interconnected messages. Determined to unravel the mystery, she follows the trail of letters, pursuing both their deeper significance and the identity of their elusive writer.

In "Master Keaton," the narrative follows Taichi Hiraga Keaton, an archaeology professor who also works as an insurance investigator. Known for his distinctive and effective investigative techniques, Keaton relies on his varied background—the son of a Japanese zoologist father and an English noble mother, he studied archaeology at Oxford and was formerly an SAS soldier. He merges his scholarly expertise and military training to reveal hidden facts, stop illegal actions, and seek justice.

For four decades, Golgo 13 has stood as the embodiment of the ideal mercenary assassin—hired to either resolve personal vendettas or shift the trajectory of world affairs. Though his fame is extensive, his real name and past stay shrouded in secrecy. Renowned for his flawless precision, G13 makes certain he never crosses paths with his clients again after finishing a mission... ...unless they try to trick him!

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.

In Vinland Saga, Thorfinn, the son of a legendary Viking warrior, becomes a formidable fighter in the mercenary group led by the cunning Askeladd. Though still young, Thorfinn stands out not for greed but for his desire for revenge against Askeladd for a devastating act that destroyed his family. Unable to defeat Askeladd yet unwilling to abandon his vendetta, Thorfinn spends his youth among the war-hungry Danes, honing his combat skills on battlefields where death is often treated as mere entertainment. When news reaches Askeladd that Danish Prince Canute has been captured, he sets in motion a complex scheme that could decide the future king of England and profoundly affect the lives of Thorfinn, Canute, and himself. Set in 11th-century Europe, Vinland Saga unfolds a violent story in an era of relentless bloodshed, chaos, and cruelty, offering a haven for those who thrive on conflict and a living nightmare for everyone else.

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.

As the 20th century draws to a close, a growing sense of unease spreads across the globe, hinting at a major and possibly ominous turning point for the world. Kenji Endou, an ordinary convenience store manager living a mundane life, learns that an old acquaintance nicknamed "Donkey" has tragically died by their own hand. Around the same time, a new cult led by someone called "Friend" begins to attract widespread attention. Kenji starts to suspect that something dark is unfolding. Using cryptic clues left behind by his late friend, he discovers that this cult is a far greater threat than it first appeared—one that directly targets him and his childhood friends, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance. Only they hold the key to preventing disaster. Kenji's routine life is disrupted as he reconnects with his childhood friends. Together, they must uncover the link between their past and the cult, as the dawn of the new millennium may signal the end of the world.

In "Monster," Kenzou Tenma, a renowned Japanese neurosurgeon working in post-war Germany, faces a moral dilemma when he must choose between operating on Johan Liebert, a terminally ill orphan, or the Mayor of Düsseldorf. He opts to operate on Johan despite the risk to his career, leading to the Mayor's death. This decision results in Tenma losing his position at the hospital due to Heinemann's disapproval, and his fiancée, Heinemann's daughter Eva, breaks off their engagement. Feeling ostracized and with his career in ruins, Tenma's fortunes shift when Heinemann is found dead under mysterious circumstances, providing Tenma with a renewed opportunity. Nine years pass, and Tenma rises to become head of the surgical department, with a shot at becoming hospital director. However, his success is marred by a string of brutal killings throughout Germany. The culprit is revealed to be none other than Johan Liebert, the child Tenma once saved, now transformed into a monstrous figure.

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)

In the depths of the unfathomably deep Abyss, one girl and a mysterious robot embark on a perilous journey to unravel its secrets. Orth, a town constructed around the edge of the immense Abyss, thrives on the tales of those who dare to explore its uncharted territories, known as Cave Raiders. Among the town's residents is Riko, a young girl whose mother, a legendary Cave Raider, disappeared on an expedition years ago. Riko's destiny shifts when she discovers Reg, an enigmatic robot seemingly originating from the Abyss itself. Believing Reg to be a message from her lost mother, Riko decides to venture into the Abyss with Reg, ready to confront the myriad dangers that await them.

With the Demon King finally vanquished, the victorious hero party gathers one last time before going their separate ways. A decade of adventure has bonded mage Frieren, hero Himmel, priest Heiter, and warrior Eisen, but as they prepare to part, Frieren—being an elf—must face the painful reality of watching her friends grow old and die due to the vast difference in elven lifespans. Before his passing, Heiter entrusts a young human mage apprentice named Fern into Frieren’s care. Driven by her enduring passion for collecting all kinds of magical spells, Frieren sets out with Fern on a journey to revisit the places where the heroes once fought. Along the way, Frieren struggles with regret over the chances she missed to build deeper bonds with her late companions.

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.

Susumu Nakoshi, a middle-aged man living a double existence between a luxury hotel and a park where the homeless gather, meets a mysterious stranger who proposes trepanation—a surgical procedure that involves drilling a hole into the skull. The stranger insists Nakoshi is the ideal candidate for their experiment. Despite initial hesitation, Nakoshi agrees after his car is impounded, arranging for 22-year-old medical student Manabu Ito to perform the operation for 700,000 yen. At first, there seem to be no effects from the procedure, with Nakoshi showing no signs of abnormality. However, his world takes a strange turn when he begins seeing homunculi, tiny humanoid figures, inside every person he encounters. Transformed by this new perception, Nakoshi must confront the challenge of dealing with these homunculi.

Seon Jin endures constant bullying at school because of his reserved personality and weak physique. Yet his greatest terror originates from his own father. To outsiders, Jin's father seems like a prosperous entrepreneur, a committed charity worker, and a caring family man. In truth, he is a psychotic murderer, and Jin is compelled to assist him. They successfully avoid police suspicion. When the father sets his sights on the fresh arrival, Yoon Kyun, Jin faces a decision: remain a silent accessory or oppose his father and gamble everything to rescue her from sharing the destiny of earlier victims.

In 1999, a massive meteorite impact on Antarctica melted the ice sheets, causing global sea levels to rise dramatically and altering the world's climate, resulting in the deaths of over half of Earth's population. By 2015, the remaining human civilization faces new threats from mysterious beings called Angels—creatures of unknown origin that relentlessly destroy what is left of the world. Shinji Ikari, a 14-year-old boy, arrives in the fortified city of Tokyo-3, destined to fight these Angels. Recruited by his father's secret organization, NERV, Shinji is tasked with piloting an Evangelion, a colossal bio-mechanical robot built to battle the Angels. Bearing the burden of saving the world, Shinji must find the courage and resolve to protect both the future and himself. However, as the frequency of conflicts between Evangelions and Angels increases, the grim truth about their world slowly comes to light.

In a world devastated by war, a young boy travels along a desolate road after losing his mother. He sees the brutal realities of conflict—military tanks, fallen soldiers, and his beloved city reduced to rubble. Despite his grief, he continues onward. One morning, while resting in an abandoned bus, he meets a girl. Shortly after their encounter, the area becomes the scene of a violent battle, forcing them to flee into a forgotten alleyway. Bound by their situation, they choose to journey together toward the road's end, starting a bond that may bring back hope to their otherwise hopeless lives.

In "To Your Eternity," an immortal being without a name, emotions, or a fixed form, referred to simply as It, is sent to Earth. Starting as a sphere, It transforms into a rock and then into moss as winter arrives. A lone, injured wolf later dies near It, allowing It to take the wolf's shape and gain consciousness. Traveling through the barren landscape, It meets a young boy living alone in an abandoned village. The area was once populated but left behind by adults who went in search of a legendary paradise beyond the vast frozen plains. Their journey failed, leaving the boy gravely sick. Assuming the boy's form, It begins an endless journey to discover new experiences, places, and relationships with others.

In the wake of Kenji Endo and his childhood friends' confrontation with the cult leader called "Friend," two puzzles stay unresolved: Friend's real identity and the accuracy of their final caution regarding an "anti-photon bomb." To reveal the truth, Kenji works with the United Nations, employing a virtual reality system built from Friend's childhood memories, bringing to a close a story that stretches across many years.

Kazuki Hoshino values his ordinary daily life above all else. His school days are filled with easygoing moments spent with friends—until the transfer student Aine Aya arrives and shatters that peace. The moment this cold, beautiful girl appears in his classroom, she speaks to him in baffling terms: "I've come to destroy you. This is my 13,118th transfer. After going through so many, I started getting bored, so this time I'll add some fun by making a formal declaration." With these enigmatic words, Kazuki's cherished everyday life descends into chaos and dread—Aya's sudden arrival hints at hidden secrets behind his seemingly ordinary friends, including the mysterious devices known as "boxes."