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In the prosperous kingdom of his time, Xie Lian was famed for his beauty, strength, and virtue. Through relentless effort and noble acts, he attained godhood. Yet even those who ascend may tumble—Xie Lian was cast down from heaven multiple times, returning to the mortal realm. Centuries after his human life, Xie Lian rises to divinity for the third time. Now a humble scavenger, he must carry out tasks in the human world to settle debts and maintain his celestial status. Guided by both old friends and former foes, and accompanied by a mysterious young man with whom he feels an instant bond, Xie Lian must face the terrors of his past to lift the curse that plagues his present existence.

Eight hundred years ago, Xie Lian was a highly esteemed Crown Prince of flawless lineage, a favored choice of Heaven with limitless promise. Even after attaining godhood and amassing tens of thousands of worshippers, his destiny turned cruel. Time and again, he was stripped of his power and cast down to the lowest depths. Centuries later, Xie Lian ascends once more, though this time he has no followers or incense offerings. One day, after returning from scavenging, he brings a peculiar young man back to his home. This individual is Hua Cheng, the terrifying Ghost King whose very name sends chills down everyone's spines.

In "Vassalord," Charley, a cyborg vampire, executes the Vatican's secret missions under the direction of Johnny Rayflo, a dissolute vampire. Their relationship is defined by both strife and cooperation, resulting in a blend of comedy, violence, and blasphemous deeds. Battling his unquenchable thirst for blood, Charley confronts a young vampire princess, a dubious faction of the Unitarian Church, and even his own master. The release additionally features the self-contained story "Volume 2: Zoul Half."

In a grim city where criminal organizations hold more power than the legitimate government, Yukio "Yuki" Kousei and his best friend Tetsushi "Tetsu" sell counterfeit drugs to survive. When Yuki's younger sibling falls gravely ill and needs hospital treatment, they decide to rob the safe at the Seidoukai headquarters, a feared yakuza group, aiming to steal a large amount of untraceable cash. Though the robbery goes wrong, Yuki catches the attention of the syndicate's young leader, Kazutaka Hyodo. Hyodo offers to cover Yuki's brother's medical expenses and overlook the break-in, but on one condition: Yuki must visit Hyodo's office every week without fail. With his brother's health at stake, Yuki accepts the terms immediately. As he complies with this arrangement, tensions escalate between the Seidoukai and a rising gang eager to seize control.

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.

Makoto Kubota lived a carefree existence, spending his time on the youth division of the Izumo Group and engaging in yakuza conflicts, mahjong games, and assassinations. His life shifted when he came across a strange drug called Wild Adapter, which causes unusual effects and can lead to death. This encounter changed Kubota's perspective, prompting him to develop an unexpected bond with a wanderer named Minoru Tokito. As their relationship deepens, they become more entangled in the mystery surrounding Wild Adapter.

Two families are bound by an ancient curse that forces one member from each clan to share a fated connection for a year every century. During this time, they must endure twelve disasters; any harm befalling one will also affect the other. Kagura Izumi was just seven when he lost his parents in an accident, but he managed to lead a regular life until his seventeenth birthday. It was then that he met a transfer student, Ichijou Chihaya. Their encounter marks the start of their intertwined destinies. For the next year, they will face twelve misfortunes, each falling on the thirteenth day of the month. No previous couple has ever survived this curse.

The Igura is a high-stakes battle game where participants risk their lives in the ruined city of Toshima. In a post-apocalyptic Japan controlled by the underworld, Akira finds himself imprisoned for murder. He is offered a chance at freedom—if he can survive and win the game. Whether he achieves victory, meets his end, or discovers love, he faces the ultimate fight for survival. Inspired by the groundbreaking bishonen game.

Frau and Kio are guardians of the path that guides souls to Heaven. After Frau receives a promotion and assumes Kio's protective duties, their relationship undergoes a major transformation. They must now navigate their changed dynamic while facing the threats posed by the Manifus. The first volume begins with chapter 0, originally released as a standalone story titled "Eden."

From Eroica with Love follows Dorian, an aristocratic and hedonistic gay art thief, who crosses paths with Klaus, a strict NATO officer known for his complete lack of tolerance for nonsense. As the two chase each other across a range of global destinations—from Britain to Baghdad, Alaska to Alexandria, and Moscow to Madrid—their encounters spiral into utter chaos. The narrative offers breathtaking settings and a series of thrilling adventures.

In "Ma Series," Yuuri Shibuya's life is turned upside down when he jumps into a toilet to rescue a fellow student from bullies and gets transported to a world resembling medieval Europe. There, he discovers that because of his dark hair and eyes, he has been chosen as the next Maou (Demon King). As the sovereign of the Mazoku (Demon tribe), Yuuri must navigate the difficulties of ruling a group that coexists with humans but is plagued by ongoing friction. His merciful disposition, strong sense of fairness, and dislike of conflict make him an atypical ruler in a society teetering on the edge of war. Yuuri must acclimate to the new world's traditions and political intricacies while working to become a competent Maou, all as tensions between humans and demons escalate.

In ancient China, there exists a hidden realm known as Jusenkai, inhabited by powerful beings called Senkaijin. Among them, YanLang, a Senkaijin who led a rebellion against the Emperor, escaped to Earth along with his followers. In response, the Emperor dispatched his finest warriors to Earth to capture the rebels. LiFang, wandering alone in search of his father's murderer, encounters a weakened and ill man named TuoRen, one of the imperial soldiers tasked with hunting the Senkaijin rebels. Unlike his comrades, TuoRen operates alone. However, this changes when LiFang, who displays extraordinary strength for a human, decides to join TuoRen on his mission.

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

Yan Wushi, the head of the sinister Huanyue sect, is a master of cultivation and strategy who holds a contemptuous view of humanity. He firmly believes that every human heart is tainted by malice and self-interest, and those who assert otherwise are either deceiving themselves or simply misguided. Enter Shen Qiao, the compassionate leader of a Daoist sect based on Xuandu Mountain. Renowned for his kindness and generosity, Shen Qiao embodies the very selflessness that Yan Wushi scorns. After a devastating defeat in a duel leaves Shen Qiao at death's door, Yan Wushi finds him and hatches a plan to reveal the inherent darkness within people. His scheme involves offering Shen Qiao refuge, testing his steadfast beliefs, and coaxing him toward demonic cultivation. Yan Wushi argues that upholding righteousness is effortless while dwelling on a celestial mountain, but enduring a thousand years of tribulation amid bloody conflicts will inevitably corrode anyone's virtue.

Inariya-sensei has described it as a blend of fantasy and military themes. It features dragons and may involve time travel. So far, it appears lighter than her typical work, but it still seems to ultimately center on love and war and how poorly they mix.

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 Chainsaw Man, Denji longs for a simple life with the girl he loves, but his hopes are crushed when the yakuza force him to hunt devils to repay an enormous debt. Using his devil companion Pochita as a weapon, Denji does whatever it takes to earn the money he needs. However, his fate takes a sudden turn when a devil working for the yakuza kills him, seeing him as expendable. To Denji's shock, Pochita merges with his dead body, granting him the powers of a chainsaw devil. Able to transform parts of himself into deadly chainsaws, the revived Denji cuts down his enemies with brutal efficiency. His new ability soon catches the attention of professional devil hunters, leading to his recruitment by the Public Safety Bureau. Despite his enhanced power to face the most dangerous threats, Denji still clings to his childhood dreams.

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.

Long ago, humanoid creatures called Titans appeared, threatening humanity with their immense size and appetite for human flesh. To survive, humans built massive walls, creating a safe world within their confines. In this isolated world, peace has lasted for years, with no Titan attacks seen. Three young friends—Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert—dream of exploring the world beyond the walls, inspired by tales of the unknown. Their dreams are destroyed when a colossal 60-meter Titan breaches their defenses, revealing the harsh reality of their situation. Witnessing the devastation firsthand, Eren vows to eliminate all Titans, determined to reclaim freedom for humanity beyond the walls.

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 corners of Tokyo, monstrous beings called ghouls prey on humans under the cover of darkness. To combat these threats, an agency named the Commission of Counter Ghoul (CCG) was established with the mission of eradicating ghouls. However, identifying ghouls is challenging since they seamlessly integrate into human society. Ken Kaneki, a typical university student, unwittingly becomes embroiled in the human-ghoul conflict when his date reveals her true ghoul identity, intent on consuming him. Rescued from near death and hospitalized, Kaneki discovers that the surgical intervention has transformed him into a half-ghoul. Desperately seeking to quench his insatiable craving for human flesh, he finds refuge with compassionate ghouls who run a café, aiding him in adapting to his altered state. Believing he can lead a quiet life, Kaneki is unaware that his presence will soon ignite a conflict between his new companions and the CCG, and that his new form has caught the attention of other ghouls throughout Tokyo.

After three years of intense training, Saitama, once an ordinary man, has attained overwhelming power, able to defeat any enemy with a single punch. Driven by a desire to use his new strength, he sets out on a path as a hero, but soon grows disillusioned by how easily he wins and the absence of any worthy opponent to challenge him. The cyborg Genos, impressed by Saitama's incredible power, asks to become his apprentice. Saitama, however, realizes that because he is not registered with the Hero Association, he remains unknown and overlooked by the public. To gain more recognition, Saitama agrees to register alongside Genos, on the condition that Genos becomes his disciple. Together, they aim to climb the ranks of heroes, seek out powerful enemies, and earn the admiration and respect of others.

In a world where curses and supernatural beings threaten humanity, Jujutsu sorcerers use their magical abilities to defend society. High school student Yuuji Itadori comes across a dried finger belonging to the legendary curse Sukuna Ryoumen, pulling him into a dangerous conflict. After being attacked by a curse unleashed by the finger's power, Yuuji makes a bold choice to protect himself, gaining the ability to fight curses but also accidentally releasing the malevolent Sukuna into the world again. Despite his new strength, the Jujutsu community sees Yuuji as a high-risk curse that must be eliminated. Condemned to death after his capture, Yuuji meets Satoru Gojou, a teacher at Jujutsu High School, who presents an alternative path. Since Yuuji is a rare vessel for Sukuna, if he were to die, Sukuna would also disappear. By consuming the rest of Sukuna's fragments, Yuuji's eventual execution would completely destroy the evil entity. Seizing this chance to protect the world and extend his life, Yuuji joins Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School, stepping into a harsh and unforgiving battlefield.

Tanjirou Kamado lives in a remote mountain village with his family, who are struggling financially. After his father's death, he takes on the role of providing for the household. One cold winter evening, Tanjirou goes to a nearby town to sell charcoal. As night falls, he stays overnight at the home of a strange man who warns him about dangerous creatures that appear after dark: malevolent demons that feed on human flesh. Returning home late, Tanjirou discovers a horrifying scene. His family has been brutally murdered, except for his sister Nezuko, who has become a demon that consumes people. Overcome with grief and anger, Tanjirou vows to protect others from Nezuko while seeking revenge for his family and finding a way to restore his beloved sister to human form.