Manga Like JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part 3: Stardust Crusaders

Since childhood, Ichigo Kurosaki has possessed the unusual ability to see ghosts, but this has not prevented him from living a normal life. One evening, upon returning home, he discovers Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper responsible for guiding spirits to the afterlife, in his room. Their conversation is abruptly interrupted by a Hollow—an evil spirit that consumes souls—which attacks them. Ichigo impulsively tries to fight the Hollow, but Rukia steps in to protect him from its counterattack. Injured and unable to continue, Rukia proposes a risky plan: transferring half of her Soul Reaper powers to Ichigo. He agrees, and unexpectedly, he ends up absorbing all of her power, enabling him to swiftly defeat the Hollow. Armed with his new Soul Reaper abilities, Ichigo takes on Rukia's duties of eliminating Hollows and protecting both living and dead souls. Joined by his friends Orihime Inoue and Yasutora Sado, who later develop their own spiritual powers, Ichigo soon realizes that the consequences of becoming a Soul Reaper and exploring the spirit realm are far greater than he initially imagined.

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 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.

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.

In *Psyren*, Ageha Yoshina, a confident high school student who takes on various odd jobs to help others, stumbles upon a strange calling card with the word "Psyren" inside a phone booth, unaware of its significance. After finishing one of his tasks, he picks it up. The next day, he finds that his classmate Sakurako Amamiya also has an identical card. When he confronts her, she begs for his help, setting off their dangerous journey. As confusion sets in, Ageha's fears grow when Sakurako suddenly vanishes. Seeking answers, he dials the number on the card and is questioned by a mysterious voice, leading to the chilling question, "Would you like to go to Psyren?" This begins a deadly game where Ageha and Sakurako must navigate a bizarre world filled with monstrous creatures called Taboo, using only psychic powers known as PSI, in their quest to return to reality.

In feudal Japan, Manji is a feared swordsman known as the "Hundred Man Killer" for his past slaughter of one hundred innocent people. His most chilling trait is his invincibility—an eternal life granted by the eight-hundred-year-old nun Yaobikuni, who implanted bloodworms in his body that can heal nearly any wound. Driven by a desire to atone for his past deeds, Manji vows to eliminate one thousand wicked men. Yaobikuni agrees, promising to lift his curse of immortality if he completes this task. Soon after, Manji meets Rin Asano, a sixteen-year-old girl who begs for his help in avenging her parents' death. Initially, Manji refuses Rin's request. However, seeing her vulnerability, he changes his mind and commits to protecting her for four years. With this agreement, they set out on a dangerous journey marked by violence, revenge, and penance, each pursuing their own goals.

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.

In Devilman, the gentle-hearted Akira Fudou frequently finds himself at the mercy of others. Upon reuniting with his childhood friend Ryou Asuka, she reveals a startling truth: demons are real and intend to conquer Earth. Determined to help Ryou protect humanity, Akira agrees to attend the decadent and corrupt Black Sabbath event to merge with a demon. After a near-death experience, he fuses with Amon, a demon feared even by other demons, creating Devilman—a powerful entity that combines Amon's immense strength with Akira's kind heart. As Devilman, Akira uses his new abilities to fight the demonic threat, working to prevent the impending collapse of human society.

In the Hawaiian Islands, Jodio and Dragona Joestar, who are siblings, engage in small-scale criminal activities to support their ailing mother, Barbara Ann. Under the direction of Meryl May Qi, who acts as both a criminal boss and their high school principal, Jodio and Dragona work with classmates Usagi Alohaoe and Paco Laburantes. Their group carries out various crimes, including thefts and scams, primarily targeting tourists and local residents. Jodio, who is fifteen years old, admires his brother's confidence and his mother's hardworking nature. However, a dark side emerges through his coldly calculated acts of violence. Identified as a sociopath, Jodio is quick to harm those who threaten his close ones. His main goal is to accumulate wealth through any means available, aiming to provide for his family and build immense personal riches. One day, while committing a robbery, the gang steals an ordinary-looking lava rock from manga artist Rohan Kishibe. They discover that the rock has the ability to draw objects of great value toward its holder, regardless of distance or the complexity of the circumstances required. With this newfound power, Jodio and his companions embark on a journey to achieve unprecedented wealth.

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.

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 "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 the land of Jushin, secret operatives known as the amen osa (referred to as angyō onshi in the original Japanese) worked in the shadows across the realm. Appointed by the king, their mission was to expose and discipline dishonest officials, upholding fairness for the citizens.

In the series Kekkaishi, junior high student Yoshimori Sumimura lives a double life as a kekkaishi, fighting demons by conjuring magical barriers to trap them at night. During the day, he deals with his own personal struggles—his love of sweets and his extremely short-tempered grandfather. His 16-year-old neighbor and childhood friend, Tokine Yukimura, also shares the same calling as a kekkaishi. However, their families are locked in a long-running feud over which bloodline truly masters the kekkaishi arts.

In the vibrant 1920s of America, a time of peace and hope following the Great War, a sinister force threatens to disrupt this tranquility. Sister Rosette Christopher, an exorcist for the Magdala Order, is tasked with battling the demons that emerge and cause chaos. Alongside her is Chrno, and together they frequently find themselves creating more havoc than the demons they aim to vanquish. During a specific mission, they encounter a young girl named Azmaria, known for her enchanting voice, who is in danger from her own stepfather. As Rosette and Chrno strive to protect her, deeper insights into their connection come to light, revealing there is more to their partnership than initially apparent.

In "Red River," Yuri, an ordinary modern-day teenager, is abruptly transported to the ancient Hittite empire in Anatolia. There, she becomes the target of a ruthless queen who plans to use her as a sacrificial pawn to eliminate all other heirs and secure the throne for her own son. Fortunately, Prince Kail rescues Yuri at the last moment. He vows to help her return home, but their efforts are repeatedly hindered by the queen's relentless schemes against them, as well as the growing romance between Yuri and Kail. Additional content includes the one-shot titled "Volume 28: Orontes Renka."

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.

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.

In a post-apocalyptic heavy metal fantasy world, the only thing capable of saving humans from orcs, lizard men, and other monsters is something even more wicked. Sealed inside a 14-year-old boy, the chaotic wizard Dark Schneider is unleashed to fight four mighty generals and their plan to revive the evil god Anslasax! Volume 19 includes the extra "Victim of Changes" (VICTIM OF CHANGES). Wizard!!: Bakuen no Seifukusha (WIZARD!!－爆炎の征服者－); Shounen Jump 1987 #47 Binetsu Rouge (微熱口紅〈るーじゅ〉); Shounen Jump 1987 Summer Special Virgin Tyrant (VIRGIN TYRANT); Shounen Jump 1988 Winter Special

In a world where magicians infuse bullets with magical abilities—like summoning powerful creatures—there once existed a witch so powerful that she challenged the gods, earning a curse as punishment. Ten years before the story begins, this witch emerged victorious from a duel with another magician, saving a young boy in the process. The boy was instantly mesmerized by her and vowed to become a magician himself, using guns as his "Sword of Justice." That boy was named Zero. When he grew up, he set out to find the woman who had rescued him. But the woman he discovers is not the idealized figure from his memories; instead, she proves to be selfish, rude, and arrogant, and much shorter than he expected. Nonetheless, she wields immense power that awakens whenever she senses Zero's love and his willingness to sacrifice himself for her. Thus, the two embark on a journey to find a cure and uncover why the gods cursed her in the first place.

In a world overrun by bandits and demons where law has collapsed, Sona Yuki's family is slaughtered by raiders, leaving him gravely wounded with a snake-shaped mark branded onto his hand. As he hovers near death, Garami—a woman who deals in arms—approaches and presents a harsh choice: either endure the brutal reality of survival or surrender to oblivion. Yuki chooses to live, and Garami, a weapons trader and mercenary, saves his life in return for his servitude. They journey between settlements, taking on contracts, and Yuki slowly comes to see the true cruelty and merciless nature of the world they inhabit.

In the year 2100, virtual reality games have become nearly indistinguishable from real life. Feng Lan decides to become the first player to choose a character of the opposite gender in the VRMMO "Second Life," hoping to prove to her brother that she can succeed without relying on "female advantages." However, when she becomes involved in a PvP conflict that disrupts her family and encounters her real-life friends and acquaintances within the game, can she keep her secret identity while steering clear of further complications?

In "Dazzle," a young girl named Rahzel is cast out of her home by her father, who insists she must explore the world. Her travels take an unforeseen turn when she meets Alzeid, a reserved and resolute young man driven to avenge his father's death. Though their personalities clash, Rahzel and Alzeid are pulled toward one another, possibly from hidden emotions or their mutual magical gifts. As unlikely partners, they wander from location to location, employing their powers to aid those around them, and along the way, uncover their genuine fates.