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In 19th-century London, young nobleman Cain navigates the shadowy corridors of high society into which he was born. Following his father's sudden death, he becomes Earl and takes on the responsibilities of the Hargreaves family, which is steeped in dark lore. With his loyal servant Riff and his ten-year-old half-sister Mary Weather, Cain investigates the eerie series of crimes that seem to pursue him relentlessly. Includes the one-shot: Volume 5: Nichiyoubi no Solomon Grundy.

College student Rikiya Higuchi, who is attracted to men but has never been in a relationship, signs up on a gay dating site hoping to find genuine connection. When the first person to message him invites him to meet, Rikiya eagerly agrees, only to find himself trapped and about to be assaulted. In his panic, he calls out for help, and unexpectedly summons Endo Guar Adroone, a haughty high-class demon accompanied by his bird butler. Endo frees Rikiya from his restraints and informs him that he is now his contractor, able to fulfill any wish. Rather than asking for someone to fall in love with him, Rikiya just wants to return home, hoping both he and the demon can return to their respective worlds. However, Endo is running away from an arranged marriage, which means Rikiya might have to deal with the arrogant demon for longer than he anticipated.

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."

High school student Yuki Sakurai has spent his entire life in an orphanage, constantly feeling like a burden to those around him. Though he possesses the rare ability to sense the emotions of others, this gift only brings him suffering. One day, a mysterious and attractive man dressed in black rescues Yuki; the man seems oddly familiar. He later introduces himself as Zess and shows deep concern for Yuki before vanishing with a warning. The next day, Takashiro Giou, the head of the Giou Clan, arrives at the orphanage, claiming to be Yuki's brother and extending an offer that Yuki hesitates to accept. As unknown threats close in and familiar figures resurface, Yuki begins to realize that his seemingly ordinary existence holds far greater significance than he ever imagined.

In "Bloody Mary," Ichirou Rosario di Maria crosses paths with Bloody, a vampire who defies typical vampire attributes. With crimson hair and eyes, Bloody does not drink blood or attack humans, and can even withstand sunlight. Their encounter happens when Bloody saves Ichirou from a group of vampires drawn to the rare "Blood of Maria" flowing in his veins—a trait that has repeatedly endangered him. After dispatching these attackers, Bloody begs Ichirou, whom he calls "Maria," to put an end to his immortal existence. At first, Ichirou doubts that Bloody is truly harmless and cannot grasp how he could possibly kill such an apparently deathless being. The confusion arises because Bloody mistakes him for Isaac Rosario di Maria, a famed priest and exorcist from four centuries earlier. Ichirou carries a cross-shaped rosary handed down from his grandfather, which in theory should grant him the exorcist abilities needed to destroy a powerful vampire like Bloody, but he has no idea how to activate them. Determined to withstand the constant attacks on his life, Ichirou strikes a deal with Bloody, giving him the new name "Mary." The agreement is that until Ichirou can fulfill Mary's wish for death, the vampire must offer unwavering protection to the human.

Kouki has no hobbies, no friends, no romantic interests, no stable job, and no reason to keep living. After an unexpected encounter with some children leads to him being stabbed, he assumes this is the end of his empty existence. As he slips into unconsciousness, he glimpses a stunning angel. But less than a month later, he wakes up fully healed, only to face massive medical bills. To his shock, the very angel from his vision now lives with him, having lost all memory of her past.

In the world of the Shinigami, there is no escape from responsibility. Asato Tsuzuki, a "Guardian of Death" serving in the Ministry of Hades, is tasked with guiding departed souls to the afterlife. However, stubborn spirits and human wickedness often hinder his work. Among these difficult duties, can Tsuzuki ever expect to earn acknowledgment—or is he doomed to forever pay for the damage caused?

Pamela, who reads tarot cards, assists supernatural creatures in adapting to living alongside humans at her establishment called The Tarot Café. Among those she helps are a cat experiencing romantic feelings, a vampire fleeing from his immortal partner, a waitress who considers herself unattractive and hopes to discover her true love, and a magician who crafted a human-like doll to aid the woman he cherishes. While Pamela consistently offers support to others, she needs to confront a major hidden truth about herself before she can proceed into the afterlife.

In a world seen through feline eyes, colors are restricted to blue, yellow, black, and white, making Hachi's life feel monotonous. At school, he daydreams, finding little to spark his interest—until a transfer student named Aoi arrives. A lizard among furry classmates, Aoi stands out with his politeness, intelligence, and odd habit of wearing thick clothing even in warm weather. Hachi remains unimpressed at first, but a chance encounter reveals a startling secret: Aoi's tail emits a unique color Hachi has never seen before. Witnessing the glowing, mysterious hue fills Hachi with awe and curiosity, igniting a desire to explore this newfound wonder. As they bond over shared dreams, Hachi's once dull blue existence transforms into a vibrant and lively experience.

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.

Kosuke Mikado works at a bookstore and is a timid person; he can see ghosts and spirits, a talent that frightens him greatly. Rihito Hiyakawa is a capable exorcist who struggles in social situations but shows no fear toward anything, living or dead. When these two very different individuals join forces to investigate the strange incidents around them, their unorthodox approaches may put their jobs at risk because of how dangerous they are.

In the depths of a frozen cave, the ruthless demon Blood has been trapped for decades, his only goal being to acquire the Tear Jewel—a tear of unparalleled purity shed by a human at the brink of death. Despite numerous attempts, Blood has yet to succeed until he encounters his newest target, 18-year-old Ishuca Lake Sierra Vise Ell. Unlike any human Blood has met before, Ishuca faces him without fear and even requests to be consumed, knowing he will soon perish due to a terminal heart condition. Intrigued by Ishuca’s calm demeanor, Blood finds himself developing feelings for the young man and his doomed destiny. Ishuca's health rapidly deteriorates, and he finds himself on his deathbed. Determined to save him, Blood finally manages to create the Tear Jewel and uses it to resurrect Ishuca. Uninformed of the events that unfolded, Ishuca asks Blood if he can travel with the demon on his next journey. Free from his icy confinement, Blood accepts Ishuca as his companion, and together they set out to explore the uncharted territories that await them.

In "The Poe Clan," immortal beings sustain themselves by draining the life force of humans, dwelling for centuries in a village that exists outside of time and space, surrounded by roses. The young siblings Edgar and Marybelle are inducted into this clan before their time, fated to stay forever on the brink of adulthood, with their immortality able to be ended only by a wooden stake or a silver bullet. Through the journeys of these three undying characters and their interactions with mortals, Moto Hagio's pioneering manga delves into the nature of being, death, affection, and sorrow.

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."

Through a twist of fate, Godai encountered Mr. Yasuda—a strikingly attractive man—during his first delivery to the Yamanoue Research Facility, where Yasuda greeted him with a radiant smile. The very next day, Godai had to deliver parcels to Mr. Aihara, but Mr. Aihara looked exactly like Mr. Yasuda. What in the world is happening?! Having never been treated with such kindness before, Godai is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery.

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Since childhood, Miki Donoue has suffered a relentless series of misfortunes. One night, he meets a strange, see-through being that claims it lives by feeding on the emotions of others. Could this be a sinister trick, or the moment Miki's luck finally changes?

Minoru Sayo leads a proper yet dull existence as an office worker—until he suddenly becomes a vampire. Unwilling to abandon his morals, he refuses to prey on humans and tries to quench his thirst with cat blood. While searching for a cat one night, he encounters Yamadera, a colleague from the same department. After a few drinks at a bar, Yamadera dozes off at the station, leaving his tempting neck exposed. Frustrated and famished, Sayo bites him and discovers something unexpected... Can Sayo find a way to return to being human? And what is truly hidden behind Yamadera's sweet facade? Discover the answers in this emotional and twisted story of a 40-year-old virgin and his sadistic junior coworker.

One snowy winter evening, Changdeok notices a high school student crouched in front of his go-to restaurant, with blood running cold in the falling snow. Drawn in by the promise of a meal made just like the restaurant's, Changdeok ends up inviting the boy—Jongwu—into his home; after all, Changdeok's life is as dry as day-old rice, and food is his only joy. So when Jongwu offers to cook him a delicious dinner every night in exchange for a place to stay, he reluctantly agrees. But as their unusual cohabitation begins, Changdeok can't shake this bloody feeling that Jongwu might be hiding something... Hopefully being a good Samaritan doesn't come back around to bite him in the neck—er, butt...

Tsubaki Koton is a monster—a violent troublemaker carrying a chilling history and a fearsome appearance to go with it. No student at his new high school dares to come near him, not even after his transfer. His unheroic acts of selflessness only lead to bloodshed and rumors that slip beyond his control. Then, one fateful night, a stranger follows him home, determined to change his life forever. This boy, stubborn and hauntingly gorgeous, is the pure-hearted Kabuto Yuuki, whose stunning gemlike eyes see through Tsubaki's terrifying exterior. Yet even though someone finally recognizes Tsubaki for who he truly is, Kabuto himself cannot be seen at all. After all, Kabuto is a ghost.

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.

Mahiro, a university student, possesses the ability to see the future of anyone he touches, and he has used this precognition to skillfully steer through life. At his part-time job, a new coworker named Kurosawa catches Mahiro's eye with their appearance, yet Kurosawa absolutely refuses any physical contact, even the smallest touch. Moreover, workplace incidents seem to happen more often than usual for some reason. "You can change my unlucky predisposition," Kurosawa says.

Yuto is an ordinary male high school student from a family with a long lineage of "onmyouji." One day, while exploring the family storage shed, he unintentionally awakens a god who had been sealed away centuries ago. This god is remarkably handsome and wields incredible power. However, there's one problem: the god has no memory of his own identity. Now stuck with a mysterious amnesiac god who has grown oddly attached to him, Yuto navigates the chaotic balance between high school life and the divine.

Throughout the town, odd occurrences are taking place, and Kouichi is once again experiencing nightmares. Various clans are mobilizing as the past begins to come back to light. What exactly is happening, and what is the connection to the Amano brothers?