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In an abandoned building located in South Korea, Cadis Etrama Di Raizel—commonly referred to as Rai—steps out of a white coffin, presenting an elegant and strikingly handsome appearance. Disoriented by the unfamiliar era he finds himself in, Rai seeks out his loyal companion, Frankenstein. To fit in with human society, he dons the school uniform of Ye Ran High School, only to discover that the principal is none other than his devoted servant, Frankenstein. Having been in slumber for 820 years, Rai relies on Frankenstein to help him navigate the complexities of the modern world. Frankenstein enrolls him as a student to ease his transition into contemporary life. However, their plans are soon threatened by the challenges of everyday existence and lingering conflicts from both his and his master's past. Rai is compelled to use his mysterious powers to protect those around him.

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.

I was just an ordinary high school girl, but now I've been reincarnated in a fantasy world... as a spider?! This isn't how those stories are supposed to go, is it? Can I get a restart? ...No? Then how am I supposed to survive in this huge, terrifying dungeon as one of the weakest creatures? It's every spider for itself in here! I need to figure out the rules fast, or I'll be saying goodbye to my short second life.

Train Heartnet, a laid-back Sweeper with extraordinary shooting skills, works alongside his dependable partner Sven Vollfied. The duo makes a living by tracking down criminals, though their finances are consistently unstable. To improve their situation, they accept a job from Rinslet Walker, a sly and charming professional thief, as well as a mysterious young girl named Eve. As this unusual group digs deeper into their assignment, they uncover a dark plot intended to reshape the world, orchestrated by a figure Train holds a profound hatred for. As the scheme unfolds, it becomes evident that beneath Train's easygoing demeanor lies a painful history and an intense yearning for vengeance. One-shot included: Volume 8: Stray Cat (pilot)

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.

In a world where the taste and quality of food are held in the highest regard, Toriko, a man possessing extraordinary abilities, is frequently hired by wealthy clients and restaurants to locate rare culinary treasures. Joined by his anxious sidekick, who admires Toriko's legendary skills, they set out on missions to capture the dangerous and elusive ingredients needed for the perfect meal.

For over a century, the 100 Years Quest has remained an unaccomplished mission due to its extreme difficulty and danger. Countless mages have attempted this grueling task, only to suffer overwhelming defeat or worse. Nevertheless, Natsu Dragneel, Lucy Heartfilia, Gray Fullbuster, Erza Scarlet, Wendy Marvell, and the exceeds Happy and Charlés boldly set out on this quest. A year after Fairy Tail's triumph over the diabolical forces of Acnologia and Zeref, Natsu and his team travel to the northern continent of Guiltina. There they locate the employer of the 100 Years Quest and receive their nearly impossible objective: to seal away the Five Dragon Gods—beings whose immense power could devastate the entire world if left unchecked. Meanwhile, Fairy Tail gains a spirited new member named Touka. Her vibrant energy and passionate nature make her a perfect fit for the guild, though there seems to be more to her than initially appears. Determined to accomplish their seemingly insurmountable mission, Natsu and his friends begin their perilous search for the Dragon Gods. However, upon encountering a new dark guild called Diabolos and witnessing Fairy Tail's newest recruit reveal her true colors, Natsu and his team will discover that the 100 Years Quest is not the only challenge they face.

Much of the chaos attributed to "Vash" stems from bounty hunters chasing after the sixty-billion "double dollar" reward for his role in the destruction of July City. Despite this, Vash, who has limited memories of the incident, seeks only "love and peace." Though he possesses exceptional shooting skills, he uses his guns primarily to shield lives rather than harm them. As the story progresses, more insights into Vash's enigmatic background and the history of human civilization on the barren planet Gunsmoke are revealed. The series maintains a light-hearted tone while delving into significant character development, particularly in its latter stages, where it becomes emotionally intense. A priest named Nicholas D. Wolfwood often travels with Vash, being almost equally adept with firearms. Later in the series, Vash encounters a team of assassins known as the Gung-Ho Guns, whose motives against him are initially unclear. Trigun evolves into a profound exploration of morality, questioning what defines right and wrong, the validity of different ethical frameworks, and whether one can atone for past transgressions. It raises doubts about the integrity of moral codes when they are breached and considers if it's still possible to adhere to these principles after such breaches.

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 the early Edo period, samurai Toyohisa Shimazu fights fiercely against the powerful Tokugawa forces while covering the retreat of the Shimazu army. After his unit is decimated, he manages to push back the enemy, but is left mortally wounded. Leaving the battlefield in despair, he is mysteriously transported to a white corridor and then thrust through a door. Awakening in an unfamiliar world, he encounters other Drifters—renowned fighters who have also died and been relocated to this realm. Using their past experiences and abilities, these Drifters unite to challenge an empire and fight against an enigmatic evil threatening to destroy humanity.

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 Trigun Maximum, much of the chaos tied to Vash comes from bounty hunters chasing the enormous sixty-billion-double-dollar reward on his head for destroying the city of July. Despite his reputation, Vash has no memory of that event and keeps insisting on "love and peace." While he has incredible gunfighting skills, he only uses them defensively to protect lives whenever possible. The story reveals more layers of Vash's mysterious past and the broader history of human society on the barren world of Gunsmoke. The series balances humor with deep character growth and emotional weight, especially as the plot moves forward. Vash often travels with Nicholas D. Wolfwood, a priest whose shooting ability matches Vash's, and who later faces threats from the assassin group called the Gung-Ho Guns, whose intentions are unclear at first. Trigun Maximum explores moral questions deeply, challenging the very idea of morality. It asks whether different ethical systems can be compared and what happens when someone breaks their own moral code. The series looks at whether a person can redeem themselves after committing wrongs and how that path to redemption might work.

A high school girl's final conscious moment is marked by a violent explosion tearing through her classroom. When she regains awareness, she discovers she has been reborn as a tiny spider hatchling among countless others in a vast cave. The world she now inhabits operates on a point-based skill system, forcing her to quickly level up in order to survive the dangerous environment and overcome seemingly impossible challenges. This is the story of a small spider's unyielding journey as she employs cunning, strength, and strategy to climb her way to the top. Driven to confront the powerful entities that rule the Great Elroe Labyrinth and the surrounding lands, she will gradually unveil the mysteries of this fantastical world and the explosion that brought her there.

In the early 17th century, as the civil war draws to a close but chaos persists, the monumental Battle of Sekigahara takes place. Out of Japan's greatest conflict, a warrior emerges, renowned for their unmatched and terrifying strength, known as "the unconquerable." Kyoshiro, a kind-hearted itinerant medicine peddler, conceals the soul of a ruthless assassin. Accompanied by a youthful bounty hunter, he embarks on a journey across Japan in pursuit of a murderer and to uncover the sinister secrets surrounding his own identity.

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.

Following a long and arduous journey, the Hero finally reaches the Dark Lady's castle, only to be met with an unexpected plea for cooperation. The Hero explains that the ongoing conflict between demons and humans has resulted in countless deaths and widespread suffering. The Demon Queen, however, counters this by arguing that the war has actually served to unify human society, citing evidence of increased population, productivity, economic growth, and overall societal well-being. She further claims that ending the war could trigger a civil war, leading to even greater chaos and loss of life. Convinced that lasting peace can only be achieved through an alliance with the Dark Lady, the Hero decides to support her goals. Included one-shot: Volume 12: Level Hero!

Having spent her entire life in confinement, sixteen-year-old Emma finally makes it to the capital city of Hawk Eye. Upon her arrival, every male in the city, including the king, becomes instantly captivated by her, putting her at risk of forced marriage. A young and exceptionally talented sorcerer named Shion comes to her rescue. Despite having encountered each other previously, Emma has no recollection of Shion. Shion discloses that Emma is cursed with the Echidna, a dark magic that emerges every five centuries, manifesting in a girl whose heart is filled with overwhelming dark energy capable of world destruction. With such power, one could conquer the globe, and Shion cautions Emma that she will be pursued by those seeking to seize her heart. However, there exists a ritual to free her from the Echidna's curse, which requires a challenging and lengthy journey. The initial step of this ritual involves Emma and Shion getting married. Included one-shot: Volume 8: Karakuri Link

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.

Yogiri Takatou wakes up to absolute chaos and carnage during a school trip, only to realize his entire class has been whisked away to another world! Having slept through the whole commotion, he missed out on the Gift—special abilities granted to the others by a mysterious Sage who orchestrated their transport. To make matters worse, he and one of his classmates were callously abandoned by their so-called friends, left behind as decoys to distract a nearby dragon. Though the prospect of death doesn't particularly trouble him, he reluctantly chooses to shield his sole companion. After all, even a lowly Level 1000 monster is no match for his hidden ability to trigger Instant Death with a mere thought—assuming he can stay awake long enough to use it.

A hero once summoned to another world saved that world. However, he fell into a "trap" and was forcibly returned to his original world. On top of that, he had to start over as a baby... This is the story of that former hero's crazy journey in another world after being reincarnated into a slightly gloomy high school student, only to be "resummoned" back to that same world! There's a lot of room to work with when it's the second time around.

In contemporary Japan, where ninjas are expected to embody unwavering loyalty to their lords, high school student Rekka Hanabishi—who identifies as a ninja—struggles to uphold this tradition. His perspective changes after he rescues Yanagi Sakoshita, a gentle-hearted girl, from a group of bullies. Rekka then declares Yanagi as his rightful master and vows to protect her. To mark their new bond, each reveals their hidden abilities: Yanagi possesses the power to heal swiftly, while Rekka can ignite flames with a mere snap. However, their secret is soon uncovered by a mysterious figure named Kage Houshi, who is aware of their unique talents. She demands that Rekka be returned to her, asserting that he alone has the power to end her life. Despite her threats, Kage Houshi departs without further confrontation. Believing the danger has passed, Rekka and Yanagi resume their normal lives, unaware of the ancient ninja conspiracy that will soon threaten not only themselves but also their friends.

In a world where immortal gods dwell alongside immensely powerful suras, and humans are caught in the conflict between them, a girl named Kubera—whose name mirrors that of a deity—is born under a prophecy foretelling great change. Her peaceful village is consumed by fire, but she is rescued by a mysterious sorcerer named Asha. Together, they embark on a journey for truth and retribution.

In the isolated underground village, Kamina and Simon chafe against the restrictive rules imposed by the elders. Their world shifts dramatically when Simon discovers a mysterious artifact, just as a sudden and violent assault shatters the peace of their community.