Manga Like Yuukoku no Moriarty: The Remains

At Grace Field House, the orphans lead what seems like a perfect life. Despite being without parents, they live with other children and a kind "Mama" who cares for them, fostering a tight-knit family environment. All children are well-looked after, as adoption is guaranteed by the time they turn twelve. Their days consist of intensive tests followed by outdoor playtime. However, there is one strict rule: they must never leave the orphanage grounds. One day, Emma and Norman, two of the highest-performing children, venture outside the fence and discover the terrible reality of their situation. With their quick thinking, the children must unite to alter the course of their destined futures.

In the wake of the 39th Asian War, Montblanc, a revered Swiss robot celebrated for his environmental protection work, is violently killed. His death brings grief to humans and robots worldwide, as Montblanc had become even more beloved after the war. Gesicht, a robotic detective with Europol and a fellow war veteran, is assigned to investigate Montblanc's murder. As he probes the case, he finds evidence pointing to a mysterious figure called "Pluto" and uncovers a conspiracy targeting the eight elite war robots operating around the globe. Racing against time to protect the remaining robots, Gesicht struggles with his own memories, ethical questions, and a society filled with hostility, while trying to maintain the fragile balance between humans and their mechanical counterparts.

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.

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."

After losing his parents, Shinpei Ajiro was raised alongside the Kofune sisters, Mio and Ushio, before moving to Tokyo. When he learns Ushio drowned while saving Shiori Kobayakawa, Shinpei returns to the island to grieve. However, marks on Ushio's neck suggest something more sinister. As he investigates further, Shinpei begins uncovering hidden truths. The island harbors malevolent entities, and a spectral vision of Ushio pleads with him to protect Mio, her final wish. Convinced of a dark conspiracy, Shinpei realizes Ushio's death is tied to a larger mystery. Joined by Mio and others, Shinpei fights to secure a future where he, his friends, and his loved ones can survive. Yet, each step into the mystery reveals how difficult achieving that future will be. The darkness engulfing his home island threatens everything they cherish. How many trials must Shinpei endure to uncover the truth and protect everyone?

In "School-Live!", Yuki Takeya and the other members of the School Living Club treat Megurigaoka Private High School as their true home. Their primary goal is to live on campus around the clock, promoting self-reliance and taking part in a wide range of school activities. With Yuuri Wakasa's calm demeanor, Kurumi Ebisuzawa's reliability, Yuki Takeya's proactive attitude, and the support of their teacher Megumi Sakura, the club appears to be set up for success in theory. However, living at school brings its own set of difficulties. To graduate and move forward, the School Living Club must overcome daily challenges while making the most of their student life.

Eiji Urashima, an ordinary university student, spends his days drinking with friends and longing for a girlfriend. One night, after a heavy drinking session, he returns home and falls asleep. When he wakes up, Kyouka Yukimura, a beautiful girl from his campus, is lying next to him, insisting they are in a relationship. Bewildered and unable to recall how this happened, Eiji decides to go along with it. But things grow stranger when he notices gaps in his memory. While chatting with his friend Kashiwagi, he asks if it’s the 24th, only to be told it’s actually the 27th. Three days are missing from his recollection, and Eiji struggles to understand what occurred. The situation escalates when a journalist reveals a dark secret to Kyouka—Eiji is the son of a notorious serial killer. As his world unravels, Eiji sets out to uncover the truth behind the lost days and seek Kyouka’s acceptance of his troubled past.

Kaname Sudou, a high school student, gets an invite from a friend to try a new mobile game called Darwin's Game. It looks like a normal fighting game at first, but it has a deadly secret: each battle is a one-on-one fight where the loser actually dies in real life. Right after joining, Kaname is matched with his first opponent and, against the odds, he wins the fight. Shocked by this harsh truth, he looks for a way to quit the game and go back to his everyday life. But it seems the only option is to keep winning every match. Kaname now has to figure out how to survive and build trustworthy alliances.

In the late 1800s, the British Empire is at its peak, but its rigid class system keeps most people from advancing while corrupt nobles hold power. William James Moriarty, the second son of the Moriarty family, is a brilliant young mathematics professor known for his sharp intellect and cunning from an early age. He lives a quiet noble life with his brothers, Albert and Louis. Besides teaching, he works as a well-known private consultant helping those in trouble. Yet hidden behind this kind image is the head of a secret group that aims to cause chaos across society, hoping to build a new world from the ruins of the old.

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 a bleak future, a controversial law known as the National Welfare Act compels citizens between the ages of 18 and 24 to sacrifice their lives for the nation. One day prior to their demise, these selected individuals are informed via "Ikigami" messages delivered by government officials. The sole rationale provided by the government for this law is to foster a deeper respect for life among its populace. Kengo Fujimoto, a recent recruit as an Ikigami messenger, harbors reservations about the law but keeps his thoughts hidden to evade the watchful eye of the national police. Kengo hopes that through the process of delivering these fatal notifications, he can clarify his personal views on the matter. "Ikigami" explores the diverse reactions of those who learn of their impending death, ranging from acts of compassion to emotionally-driven transgressions. These individuals' decisions and actions deeply influence those around them and ultimately shape Kengo's perspective on the law.

In 2063, humanity has established colonies across numerous planets in space. A group of eight students from Caird High School, along with a younger companion, set out on an interstellar camping trip to the distant planet MCPA, located nine light-years from Earth. The group includes the adventurous Kanata Hoshijima and the lively Aries Spring. After landing on MCPA, they encounter a strange, glowing orb that chases them. Captured by this mysterious object, the students are transported to a remote region of space, 5,012 light-years away from any possible rescue. With limited supplies and no way to return, their only hope for survival rests on an abandoned spacecraft nearby. As they struggle to stay alive, the dark secrets behind their sudden disappearance begin to come to light.

In the secluded village of Sotoba, daily life is usually quiet. Megumi Shimizu, known for her lively personality and fashionable style, considers Sotoba a boring place and longs to escape to the city, away from the locals' traditional ways. When a new European-style mansion appears on a hill, Megumi believes its residents must be refined and interesting, so she decides to pay them a visit. However, Megumi does not return home that night. After an extensive search, she is found the next day, weak and pale, with strange puncture marks on her skin. Tragically, Megumi is only the beginning of a disturbing pattern as Sotoba sees a rising number of deaths. Village doctor Toshio Ozaki, along with priest Seishin Muroi, the reclusive Natsuno Yuuki, and the Tanaka siblings Kaori and Akira, start investigating these mysterious deaths. The horrifying truth behind this outbreak may be more than they can handle, as the dead quickly outnumber the living.

In a realm where steam and machinery dominate, who can transcend the mundane? From the haze of history and shadow, what call reaches me? Stepping out of the mysterious fog, I find a world of firearms, cannons, massive ships, flying machines, and intricate devices; mixed with potions, divination, curses, dolls, and relics from the past. Yet, a glimmer of optimism persists, and sorcery stays close at hand. This is the tale of the Fool.

After their fierce confrontation, Battler Ushiromiya reflects on the sudden resignation of the Golden Witch Beatrice, who now appears as little more than a faint echo of her former confident self. This dramatic shift compels Battler to reexamine every detail from the first four games. Though he wishes to remain by her side, he resolves to take back control of the current situation, where Lambdadelta and Frederica Bernkastel have taken charge of the fifth game board. Following Kinzou Ushiromiya's death, Krauss Ushiromiya becomes the family head, but he faces serious financial troubles from poor investments that could lead to creditors seizing the estate. His siblings may take legal action against him under these circumstances. Natsuhi Ushiromiya, supporting her husband, seeks Beatrice's help to revive the former head of the family, hoping to hide the truth until the debts are resolved. Erika Furudo, a self-proclaimed detective, arrives on Rokkenjima Island as the family reunion begins. Welcomed as a distinguished guest, Erika quickly becomes fascinated by the ongoing discussion about the epitaph riddle. However, her relentless investigation into uncovering the hidden treasure triggers a chain of events that threatens to disrupt the Ushiromiya family's stability.

The period of logical arguments and magical spectacles has come to an end; the truth concerning Beatrice, the Golden Witch, is about to be revealed. To aid in this disclosure, the game master Bernkastel summons the Mage-Hunter Will Wright to take part in her game and solve the riddle of who killed Beatrice. Will is accompanied by Lion Ushiromiya, Krauss’s firstborn and legitimate successor, whose motives are not yet clear. Through Will’s inquiry, he links unresolved elements from earlier games, uncovering strands of reality as he revisits Kinzou’s first meeting with the youthful Beatrice and explores the stories that have grown up around her.

In the spring of 1998, 15-year-old Kouichi Sakakibara moves to Yomiyama to attend Yomiyama North Middle School. A recurring injury lands him in the hospital, causing him to miss the first week of classes. After a quick recovery, he meets Mei Misaki, a strange girl with an eyepatch, during his stay at the hospital. Her mysterious behavior catches his attention. When Kouichi joins Class 3-3 at Yomiyama North, he senses something off beneath the class's seemingly ordinary surface. The students act nervously and keep a close watch on him. Surprisingly, Mei is also in the class, but neither her classmates nor teachers acknowledge her presence. As more unexplainable events unfold and questions pile up, Kouichi feels compelled to seek answers, despite the class's and even Mei's own warnings against it.

In the shadow of his older brother Kiyotaka, a celebrated detective, Ayumu Narumi leads an ordinary life until Kiyotaka suddenly disappears, leaving behind only a cryptic reference to the "Blade Children." When a student at Ayumu's school is found dead under suspicious circumstances, he becomes the prime suspect. As Ayumu investigates to prove his innocence, he uncovers a tangled web connected to the enigmatic Blade Children, who appear closely tied to Kiyotaka. This inquiry exposes Ayumu to the dangerous reality of the Blade Children and the profound link between their actions and his brother's vanishing.

Umineko no Naku Koro ni, part of the acclaimed When They Cry series by 07th Expansion, takes place on Rokkenjima, the island estate of the wealthy Ushiromiya family. Following their yearly tradition, the family gathers to discuss each member's financial situation. With the family patriarch's health worsening, this year's meeting also addresses how his inheritance will be divided. Unknown to them, the inheritance is the least of Ushiromiya Kinzou's concerns. After learning from his longtime doctor and confidant that he is close to death, Kinzou longs to see his true love once more—the Golden Witch, Beatrice. Having delved into dark magic in his later years, Kinzou arranges a ceremony to summon Beatrice when his relatives arrive at Rokkenjima. A fierce typhoon soon traps the family on the island, leading to a series of baffling murders. The eighteen trapped individuals must now fight for survival amid a confusing conflict between the worlds of fantasy and reality.

In "Gambling Emperor Legend Zero," Ukai Zero saves three struggling teenagers from a suicide website and forms a team of modern-day Robin Hoods with them. Their plans are interrupted when one of Zero's allies is kidnapped by a group they have previously fought. To free their friend, Zero must enter a high-stakes gambling tournament organized by a wealthy and corrupt old man seeking a skilled gambler to represent him. The top prize of the contest is an immense one trillion yen.

Elite detective Jin Saeki comes across a horrific crime scene where children were killed and cannibalized, leaving him with many unanswered questions. Juuzou Haikawa, the primary suspect for these acts, has been placed on a nationwide wanted list. A mysterious woman named Kanon Hazumi claims to be the adopted daughter of Juuzou Haikawa, an "angel of death." What drove this crime? Who is Juuzou Haikawa? How is he connected to Kanon Hazumi? And what hidden past does Jin Saeki carry? This is the story of a suffocatingly lonely death.

In "Migi and Dali," the childless couple Osamu and Youko Sonoyama take in Hitori Sonoyama, a boy delivered unexpectedly by a clumsy stork on the day of his adoption. At 13 years old, Hitori appears to be the perfect child, exceeding all their hopes. However, Hitori is actually two identical twins, Migi and Dali, who take turns playing the role of the well-behaved and curious boy they present to the world. As Migi and Dali settle into Origon Village, they secretly investigate a hidden mystery that has loomed over their new community. Through their interactions with the villagers, they learn that everyone holds concealed secrets. Uncovering these truths could lead to dangerous consequences.

Lambdadelta takes over as Game Master following Beatrice's defeat at the end of the previous arc while Bernkastel takes primary control of the human side in the game. Battler meanwhile tries to understand the truth behind Beato's games and comes into conflict with Erika Furudo, a detective character created by Bern who approaches the island murders from a "mystery" perspective, in contrast to Battler's "anti-fantasy" stance. The chapter also has a focus on Natsuhi, who receives threatening phone calls from a "Man from 19 Years Ago".

My fascination with the occult runs deep—it's essentially my specialty. Over the years, I've been brought in to handle numerous cases involving the supernatural and the bizarre. However, this particular house stood out in ways I hadn't encountered before. On the surface, it appeared entirely normal, except for one peculiar room. This room lacked any doors or windows and was so well concealed that one would easily mistake it for just another wall. My instincts told me there was much more to uncover. It defied logic—such a room should not exist, yet it did. What mysteries does this house hold, and what sinister truths await inside?