Sekirei

セキレイ

The "Sekirei Project" is set to ignite in Shintou Teito, marked by a fierce competition orchestrated by the enigmatic corporation MBI. They have engineered 108 "Sekirei," advanced humanoids with exceptional combat skills, and released them into the city to seek out an "Ashikabi." These Ashikabis are individuals capable of unlocking and controlling the Sekirei's full power through a kiss. Once all Sekirei are paired, they will engage in battles until only one team remains victorious, claiming an unknown prize. Minato Sahashi, a struggling ronin, leads a dismal life defined by weakness and self-doubt, compounded by failing his college entrance exams again. His fortunes shift when he encounters Musubi, a Sekirei, and becomes her Ashikabi. As he bonds with Musubi and other Sekirei, Minato begins to enjoy a new, vibrant life. However, he finds himself inexorably drawn into the Sekirei Project's conflict. To protect his newfound happiness, Minato must rise to the challenge and take part in the perilous and intense battles ahead.

Adapted to anime

Sekirei

Sekirei: Pure Engagement

Sekirei: Hajimete no Otsukai

Sekirei: Pure Engagement Episode 0

Background

Sekirei was published digitally in English by Yen Press under their Yen Press World imprint from November 24, 2015, to November 27, 2018. The publisher physically released the series in 2-in-1 omnibuses from July 25, 2017, to November 12, 2019. It has also been published in Italian by J-POP since June 9, 2012.

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