Manga Like The Assassins Series

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 a world of endless snow and ice, humanity clings to survival because of the mysterious Ice Witch. The unrelenting cold has driven people to extreme lows—cults, violence, and the persecution of the Blessed, those gifted with supernatural abilities. Agnia and Luna, orphaned siblings who are Blessed with the power to regenerate, try to live a quiet life in a small community of elders. Their bond offers a brief reprieve from the harsh surroundings. But this peace is shattered when army commander Doma arrives and sets their home ablaze, killing everyone, including Luna. Doma’s cursed flames keep burning until their target is completely consumed; Agnia’s regeneration keeps him in a constant state of agony. Nearly a decade later, Agnia has learned to withstand Doma’s relentless fire. His thirst for revenge burns as fiercely as the day Luna died. Traveling through the frozen wasteland, he vows to destroy Doma and avenge his sister.

For years, Twenty-Fifth Bam lived a solitary life until he met Rachel. With her decision to climb the Tower firmly set, Rachel prepares to leave Bam behind to chase her ambition. Following Rachel through a radiant barrier, Bam begins his journey to ascend the Tower, driven by his wish to reunite with her. The Tower, however, is a treacherous realm filled with ancient mysteries, formidable creatures, and hostile individuals. Each floor is overseen by an Administrator who imposes rigorous trials on those brave enough to face them, pushing their limits to the extreme. When confronting Headon, the Administrator of the first floor, Bam learns he is classified as an "Irregular"—someone who entered the Tower without being chosen by it, an exceptionally rare occurrence. Even with this revelation, Bam's path forward remains unwavering. Whether it be riches, strength, fame, or reunion with Rachel, the summit of the Tower promises to fulfill every desire.

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 the shadowy depths of the English countryside lies the Phantomhive estate, a place notorious for its cold and merciless reputation as the "Queen's Watchdog" and the leader of London's criminal underworld. Following a tragic incident that claims the lives of the Earl and his wife, their young son, Ciel, unexpectedly assumes the role of the new Earl. Though initially perceived as merely a child with peculiar servants, it soon becomes clear that defying Ciel and his enigmatic butler, Sebastian, is unwise. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, Black Butler chronicles the duo as they navigate numerous mysteries and threats that plague England and endanger the Queen, all the while piecing together the mystery surrounding the death of Ciel's parents.

Seventeen years ago, immortal beings called Ajin, or demi-humans, first appeared on battlefields in Africa, marking a major discovery for humanity. Though the government claims they are compatible with society, rumors persist that Ajin are hunted down for cruel, secret experiments. Kei Nagai, an aloof high school student aiming to become a doctor, just wants a normal life. His world shatters when he survives a car crash that should have been fatal. After reviving, Kei is immediately identified as an Ajin due to the bounty on his head, leaving him confused by his new immortality and unable to prove his innocence. Forced to go into hiding to escape both government pursuit and public hatred, Kei is approached by a rebellious group of Ajin who urge him to fight back against human authorities. As tensions between humans and Ajin escalate, Kei must face his own loyalties and decide where his true allegiances lie.

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."

In Bungo Stray Dogs, Atsushi Nakajima, on the verge of death after being thrown out of his orphanage, finds himself without shelter or food until he saves a man named Osamu Dazai from drowning. Despite initial annoyance from Dazai's partner, Doppo Kunikida, Dazai takes in Atsushi, gives him food, and explains that they belong to the Armed Detective Agency, a group of gifted individuals who handle cases beyond the reach of ordinary law enforcement. Dazai and Kunikida then recruit Atsushi's help in tracking down a supernatural tiger that has been causing chaos in the city. Reluctantly, Atsushi joins their mission. After resolving the tiger incident, Dazai invites Atsushi to become a member of the agency. However, their situation grows even more perilous when the Port Mafia, a notorious criminal syndicate, begins targeting them. Caught between opposing factions, Atsushi must learn to control his newly discovered powers to protect himself, his new allies, and the entire city.

In "Monogatari Series: First Season," scars weave connections, monsters haunt, and deceptions abound. Koyomi Araragi's journey unfolds after a fateful encounter with an exceptionally powerful, blonde vampire known as "hot-blooded, iron-blooded, and cold-blooded," eventually identified as Shinobu Oshino. This tragic event leads to Araragi's transformation into a vampire himself. However, this encounter is just the beginning of his involvement with the supernatural. Driven by his noble nature, he becomes entangled in the lives of others plagued by paranormal occurrences. This is his relentless fight to restore a semblance of normalcy in a world overrun by sorrow, pain, and the inhuman.

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 Bakemonogatari, Koyomi Araragi is no stranger to the supernatural. During his third year of high school spring break, he unexpectedly becomes a vampire after an encounter with Kiss-Shot Acerola-Orion Heart-Under-Blade. Submerged in a realm of anomalies, Araragi finds himself aiding classmate Hitomi Senjougahara when he notices something peculiar after catching her falling down the school stairs. He learns that a mythical crab has been stealing her weight. Though she warns him off with harsh words, Araragi manages to convince her to accept his help. To address this bizarre problem, they seek out Meme Oshino, the mysterious wanderer who previously helped Araragi overcome his vampiric condition. This narrative explores the hidden monsters within each individual, raising questions about how deeply they are concealed within those Araragi meets.

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 story of Karneval, Nai, a pure-hearted youth, sets out on a journey to find someone very important to him, armed only with an old bracelet and the clue "Karoku." His quest takes a turn when he is captured by a monstrous woman who intends to keep him as a prisoner. He is rescued by Gareki, a clever and resourceful thief who had broken into her home to rob it. As a result, both become fugitives and get caught up in the operations of "Circus," the nation's top defense organization. Circus is responsible for protecting civilians from "varuga," grotesque creatures that devour flesh, and for investigating the activities of the mysterious Kafka organization. When Circus learns that Nai's bracelet is actually an ancient Circus identification, they become interested in him. Though Nai chooses to stay under Circus's care, Gareki finds it difficult to fit in on their ship. As they continue their search for Karoku, Nai and Gareki face increasing dangers from varuga, which seem to be irresistibly drawn to Nai.

In Zaregoto, a teenager who withdrew from a prestigious Houston program for gifted young minds journeys to a secluded private island. Upon arrival, they meet the island's owner, who lives in near isolation and interacts mainly with brilliant individuals, mostly young women. Their reality is torn apart when one of these geniuses is found with their head severed one morning.

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 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.

One year ago, Aika Fuwa and her parents died under mysterious circumstances. Her older brother, Mahiro, sets out to find the truth and avenge her death. Unaware to Mahiro, his childhood friend and Aika’s secret boyfriend, Yoshino Takigawa, gets drawn into the mystery when a strange woman confronts him at gunpoint. Yoshino learns that the government suspects Mahiro of being connected to a strange condition called "iron sickness" in areas where he was last seen. As Mahiro and Yoshino become fugitives, their search for Aika’s killers becomes more dangerous and urgent. To find out more about his sister’s murder, Mahiro makes a deal with Hakaze Kusaribe, the most powerful sorceress in the world, who is trapped on a remote island. As the princess and leader of the Kusaribe Clan, Hakaze agrees to help Mahiro’s investigation if he frees her from her exile. Once freed, Hakaze plans to stop the "Tree of Exodus" from being awakened again to prevent a global disaster. Her former assistant, Samon Kusaribe, had her exiled and stripped of her magical powers on the island to stop her from interfering with his plans to bring back the tree. As Mahiro and Yoshino race against time to save the world from the effects of the "Trees of Exodus and Genesis," they get closer to uncovering the deeper secrets behind Aika’s death, realizing that the murder may be closely connected to the chaos happening around them.

Set in 2013, No. 6 is a utopian city representing humanity's ultimate ideal of perfection. Shion has resided there as a member of the elite class since he was two years old. But everything shifts on his twelfth birthday when he meets a boy named Nezumi. "If I hadn't opened that window that night, I would have stayed unaware of the brutal truths of hardship, starvation, and agonizing suffering..."

L Change the WorLd takes place as a direct continuation of the Death Note film adaptation, focusing solely on L during his final 23 days after capturing Kira. The novel broadens the movie by adding numerous scenes and events that were left out of the film.

In 1711, aboard the ship Advenna Avis, a group of alchemists summons a demon to obtain eternal life. The demon gives them an elixir of immortality and reveals that the only way to end their existence is by consuming one another. Soon after, one of the alchemists begins devouring his companions. Recognizing the danger of remaining together, they scatter across the world. Fast forward to 1930s America, where a dedicated federal agent fights the rising tide of organized crime during Prohibition, aims to lock up a troublesome terrorist in Alcatraz, and capture a pair of bold thieves. Meanwhile, the transcontinental train called the Flying Pussyfoot leaves a bloody trail across the country. In 2002, a few survivors from the Advenna Avis gather to find the remaining alchemists who share their immortality. But they encounter one former ally they least expected to see again. What initially seem like unrelated events—from a quiet Italian village in the early 1700s to a modern luxury cruise crossing the Pacific—slowly unfold to reveal a much deeper connection than anyone imagined.

In the slums, Ryuunosuke Akutagawa struggles to protect his sister Gin and their group from various dangers using his powers. His world spirals downward when armed criminals attack and eliminate his gang. Seeking vengeance, Akutagawa nearly dies in the process. A cloaked stranger then appears, offering to safeguard Gin until Akutagawa grows stronger. Four years pass with no sign of the mysterious figure or Gin. Despite this, Akutagawa remains determined to find them. Sakunosuke Oda, moved by Akutagawa's plight, admits him into the Armed Detective Agency, providing a lead on Gin's whereabouts. Unbeknownst to Akutagawa, Gin is under the protection of the formidable Port Mafia boss, Osamu Dazai, and his chosen heir, Atsushi Nakajima, known as the "White Reaper." To reclaim his sister, Akutagawa must overcome his weaknesses and be prepared to sacrifice everything.