Fall 2023 Anime

Following a ten-year quest to slay the Demon King, the hero's party—consisting of Himmel, the priest Heiter, the dwarf warrior Eisen, and the elven mage Frieren—cultivates profound bonds and gathers cherished memories. Yet, having existed for over a thousand years, Frieren initially views her time with these comrades as but a fleeting moment within her immense lifespan. After their triumph and separation, she resumes her customary search for spells throughout the world, seemingly indifferent due to her unique perception of time. As the years advance, Frieren slowly comprehends the true significance of the days she shared with the hero's party. The passing of two former companions drives her to reflect on her prior neglect, prompting a resolve to better understand human emotions and forge genuine connections. Although their epic adventure has concluded, a new chapter in Frieren's life is just beginning.

In The Apothecary Diaries, Maomao, the young daughter of an apothecary, is suddenly uprooted from her tranquil life and sold into the lowest tier of the imperial palace. Concealing her vast medical knowledge, she begins working as an unassuming maid. Shortly after her arrival, the emperor's infants begin to suffer from mysterious, life-threatening illnesses that seem like a curse. Motivated by curiosity, Maomao swiftly uncovers the source of these ailments and leaves a subtle clue to avoid suspicion. However, Jinshi, a sharp yet kind-hearted eunuch, detects her involvement. Acknowledging her abilities, Maomao is promoted to serve as a lady-in-waiting for Gyokouyou, the emperor's favored concubine. As she addresses the various sicknesses plaguing the imperial court, her medical expertise proves indispensable.

In the animated series Spy x Family Season 2, Anya Forger, a girl with telepathic powers, is aware of the concealed realities defining her peculiar household. Her adoptive father, Loid, works under the codename Twilight as an elite spy, while her mother, Yor, is the notorious assassin known as Thorn Princess. Their pet dog, Bond, possesses the ability to foresee the future. Although each member keeps their true profession secret from the others, this fabricated family unit provides Anya with the affection and stability she lacked during her time as an orphan. Loid's covert assignment, Operation Strix, seeks to avert war by collecting crucial intelligence and infiltrating the circle of influential politician Donovan Desmond. The mission's outcome hinges on Anya's performance; she must excel academically to earn the title of Imperial Scholar at her prestigious academy or befriend Damian, Donovan's son. Despite the difficulty of these objectives, Anya approaches her role with fierce determination, motivated by her wish to maintain global peace.

Lured by tales of immense riches, Cid Kagenou accompanies his sister Claire to the notorious Lawless City, a domain controlled by three formidable rulers: Yukime the Spirit Fox, Juggernaut the Tyrant, and Elisabeth, a dormant progenitor vampire known as the Blood Queen. Claire views the pursuit of Elisabeth as the ideal stage to demonstrate her prowess, while Cid plots to slip past her watchful eye, accumulate a vast fortune, and stage Shadow's grand entrance for maximum effect. As Elisabeth approaches awakening, her subordinate Crimson sets in motion a devious scheme that plunges the city into chaos. In the search for her vanished brother, Claire allies with Mary, a vampire hunter, and they rush toward the Crimson Tower where the Blood Queen resides. At the same time, Beta and several Shadow Garden operatives arrive in the Lawless City. With all major figures converging at the Crimson Tower, the stage is set for a decisive clash beneath the crimson moon.

In The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 3, despite halting the latest Wave of Catastrophe, Naofumi Iwatani, the Shield Hero, remains vigilant. Queen Mirelia Q Melromarc informs him of the sudden vanishing of the other three Cardinal Heroes and commands him to locate them. Lacking any leads on their whereabouts, Naofumi redirects his attention to combating the expanding demi-human slave trade. Resolved to put an end to this wrong, he and his party journey to Zeltoble, a mercenary territory where the illicit trafficking of demi-humans thrives. To raise the necessary funds for liberating the captives, Naofumi and his companions don disguises and compete in underground coliseum matches, intentionally losing bouts to manipulate the odds and secure a substantial reward. Yet, with the approaching danger of another Wave of Catastrophe, the Shield Hero must remain steadfast in his quest to find the missing heroes and safeguard those dear to him.

Rakurou Hizutome is a high school student who has a strange fondness for badly made video games. Known online as Sunraku, he enjoys titles that are full of bugs and unbalanced mechanics. On someone's advice, he decides to try Shangri-La Frontier, a highly popular virtual reality game, to get a break from his usual choices. Once he enters the game, Rakurou sells off most of his starting equipment for extra money, keeping only a pair of boxers, a bird mask, and a few weapons. He quickly gets absorbed in the game, carefully raising his character's level. But after fighting some tough enemies, he starts to understand the real challenge that comes with a mainstream title. Using his wide experience with games, Rakurou makes his way through the game. His unusual way of playing soon catches people's attention in Shangri-La Frontier.

In the past, astronaut Byakuya entrusted crucial resources to his scientifically gifted son, Senkuu. In the present, members of the Kingdom of Science, Kohaku and Ginrou, have infiltrated the harem of the Petrification Kingdom's ruler with the help of a local girl named Amaryllis. Their mission starts smoothly until a misstep by Kohaku and Ginrou alerts Minister Ibara and the island's top fighter, Moz, to their true identities as enemies. Complicating matters, Moz shadows Amaryllis back to Senkuu's secret hideout. Though Moz's intentions align against Ibara, his ultimate goal is to seize control of the petrification device and dethrone the minister. Senkuu must now carefully navigate this situation to potentially secure Moz as a powerful ally and bring the war to a decisive close.

Spring has arrived, bringing a new year for the adventurers. The Goblin Slayer's party continues their local exterminations of the small green pests while also keeping an eye out for unsuspecting new questers who may not fully understand what they are getting into. This includes a young upstart wizard whom the Slayer takes it upon himself to try to talk some sense into. When that approach seems to fail in the face of the boy's ambitions, a different method is chosen: Have Priestess, the Goblin Slayer's erstwhile comrade, take the new kid in and show him the ropes.

Following the conclusion of her beloved romance manga, Fuuko Izumo plans to end her solitary and bleak life, believing she will never experience the intense love depicted in her stories. Due to her "unluck," anyone Fuuko comes into contact with is at high risk of facing catastrophic misfortune. Unlike others who would avoid such peril, Undead takes a different approach. An immortal being endowed with extraordinary regenerative abilities, he yearns for death, something that has eluded him throughout eternity. When their fates intersect, Undead views Fuuko's unluck as a means to achieve his own demise. Before Undead can fully utilize Fuuko's power to bring about his intended end, they must confront a clandestine organization bent on eradicating individuals with unique talents.

Rentarou Aijou has everything—good looks, intelligence, athletic ability, and popularity—yet romance always slips through his fingers. On the final day of middle school, after being rejected for the hundredth time, he visits a matchmaking shrine and prays for a chance to find love in high school. To his surprise, the shrine deity appears and tells Rentarou that he will meet exactly one hundred soulmates during his high school years. Initially doubtful, Rentarou's skepticism fades when, on his very first day, he meets Hakari Hanazono and Karane Inda, both of whom confess their love to him. With many more such encounters ahead, Rentarou’s high school life is set to be filled with excitement and romance.

In a world where ancient dragon lineages threaten humanity, there exist only two methods to defeat them: freezing their blood using silverine—an aura emitted by silver weapons—or incinerating their bodies with sunlight. A young and gifted hunter named Leonica partners with Ragna, who lacks the necessary hunting skills. Despite others believing Ragna is cursed because dragons frequently attack him and kill those around him, Leonica trusts his potential and remains loyal to their partnership. Reassured by Leonica's exceptional strength, Ragna is confident she will not fall victim to his supposed misfortune. This confidence is shaken when Ragna experiences a nightmare.

Following their successful winter battle against Taiju Shiba and the Black Dragons, the Tokyo Manji Gang absorbs the surviving members into their ranks. Takemichi Hanagaki, driven by his unwavering courage and determination, believed he had succeeded in altering the future to save his girlfriend, Hinata Tachibana, from her destined tragedy. But Takemichi’s trials are far from over. Despite exposing Tetta Kisaki's treacherous acts, Kisaki has managed to gain control over another powerful gang, Tenjiku, led by the enigmatic Izana Kurokawa. Izana harbors a sinister fascination with Manjirou "Mikey" Sano, the Tokyo Manji Gang's aloof leader. Takemichi discovers in the future that Kisaki and Izana’s machinations result in Mikey's moral downfall, which ultimately contributes to Hinata's demise. Sadly, a significant setback leaves Takemichi without his time-jumping ability, forcing him to remain in the past with only one final chance to protect those he loves.

In a world where innate skills determine one's destiny, Fate Graphine lives a bleak existence as a gatekeeper, burdened by the supposedly disadvantageous skill of Gluttony that constantly drives his hunger. He suffers abuse from the holy knights, who are meant to protect the people but view him as a liability because of his skill. Fate's perspective changes dramatically when he kills an escaping wounded thief, and unexpectedly, Gluttony activates, enhancing his abilities and stats. Inspired by this newfound power, Fate accepts an offer from Roxy Hart, the only compassionate holy knight in the area, to join her team. Determined to explore the full potential of Gluttony, he allies with a mysterious sentient sword named Greed, who warns that Gluttony is an illicit skill that disrupts the world's natural balance. As a result, Fate must now lead a dual life, hunting monsters nightly to appease his awakened craving for souls, or face the danger of losing control and jeopardizing any hope for a better life.

In "Pluto," Gesicht, an android detective working for Europol, is assigned to investigate the murder of Montblanc, a highly respected veteran robot. While the case initially points toward another robot as the suspect, Montblanc's status as a key figure in the fight for robot rights adds layers of complexity. Robots are generally programmed with safeguards preventing them from harming humans, with the exception of a single, unexplained incident that occurred eight years prior. The murder scene, which shows no signs of human involvement and shares striking similarities with that earlier event, leads Gesicht to believe that one entity—whether human or robotic—may be responsible for both killings. Not long after Montblanc's death, another former elite war robot is also killed under mysterious circumstances. Gesicht begins to recognize a pattern: both victims were among the seven most powerful war machines ever created. To prevent the killer from targeting the remaining five veterans, Gesicht joins forces with Atom, a highly advanced android who looks like a human child. Together, they work to identify the culprit behind these murders and stop the threat from causing further harm to society.

In "Spy x Family Code: White," Loid Forger, a seasoned spy, receives word from his handler that his role in Operation Strix could be in jeopardy if he does not make meaningful headway. His new priority is helping his adopted daughter Anya earn enough Stella Stars to become an Imperial Scholar at Eden Academy. To accomplish this, Loid learns of a cooking competition that awards a Stella Star to the victor and decides to enter Anya. He investigates the judge's preferred dessert to give her an advantage but discovers that recreating the beloved meremere requires more than just following a recipe. Consequently, the Forger family takes a trip to the Frigis region to experience an authentic meremere. However, their vacation takes an unexpected turn when they become involved in a scheme aimed at reigniting conflict between Ostania and Westalis.

Ryuuto Kashima is a shy and reserved boy who feels that being with the popular Runa Shirakawa is completely out of his league. That changes when he loses a bet with his friends and is forced to confess his feelings to her. To his surprise, Runa accepts, turning his world upside down. But dating her proves far more challenging than he expected, leading Ryuuto to ask that their relationship be kept secret, known only to their closest friends. This secrecy causes a string of misunderstandings that nearly ruin their budding romance. As they work through these issues, Ryuuto opens up about his past insecurities, and their connection grows stronger. Just when things start to improve, Ryuuto's old middle school crush, Maria Kurose, transfers into his class, creating new complications. Meanwhile, harmful rumors about Runa spread through the school, pushing Ryuuto to take extreme measures to protect her honor.

In a world where witches were once both revered and feared for their divine magic that drove human progress, the situation has shifted. As scientific advancement has caught up with magical power, the mighty Redia Empire now seeks to wipe out all witches and establish its dominance over the world. Fleeing the empire's harsh decree, the renowned witch Chloe and her apprentice Adonis try to find refuge. But they are trapped by the Empire, resulting in Chloe's savage killing. Grief-stricken by his teacher's death and humanity's cruelty, Adonis swears revenge, resolved to use the very magic the Empire wants to destroy in order to wipe out humankind.

The month of March arrives, leaving only a month remaining in the third term. Sakuta Azusagawa is looking forward to commemorating the graduation of his girlfriend, Mai Sakurajima. While he waits for Mai at Shichirigahama beach, an elementary school girl who bears a striking resemblance to how Mai looked during her child actress days appears before him. As he ponders this strange encounter, his father calls him. Kaede's mother has never been able to accept what happened to Kaede. Having spent such a long time in the hospital, their mother now wishes to see her daughter once more. In order to grant their mother's wish, Sakuta decides to meet her face-to-face for the first time in a long while. He cannot conceal his anxiety over the situation. Then, scars that Sakuta has never seen before begin to appear on his body. Could these be an omen of a new type of puberty syndrome?

As the battle against the dark forces approaches its conclusion, only the Undead King Leonis Death Magnus remains among the Dark Lords. Realizing he requires greater strength to achieve victory, Leonis seals himself underground, intending to be reborn after a thousand years to rebuild his demonic armies. But the world has transformed drastically in his absence. The war that led to Leonis's retreat is forgotten, replaced by a new threat: monstrous beings called Voids. Magic has been supplanted by advanced technology, and those with special abilities, wielding weapons known as Holy Swords, are trained at Excalibur Academy to combat these Voids. Reborn as a ten-year-old human boy, Leonis encounters Riselia Ray Crystalia, a diligent girl who discovers the remnants of his resting place. Believing Leonis has lost his memory, Riselia decides to assist him and enrolls him at Excalibur Academy. Despite his ambitions to conquer the world, Leonis must first navigate a world entirely different from the one he once knew.

After battling monsters inside the Shadow Labyrinth—a malevolent dark cloud threatening to consume the world and annihilate all existence—mage Desir Herrman and his five allies face their final enemy: the destructive dragon Boromir Napolitan. Though they defeat this powerful creature, the immense mana within the dragon triggers an uncontrollable explosion, destroying the remaining world. Miraculously, instead of dying, Desir finds himself sent back ten years in time, retaining all his memories of the future. Upon enrolling at Hebrion Academy, he makes it his mission to eliminate the class-based prejudices prevalent in the magical community, which he knows will ultimately lead to humanity's downfall. This challenge becomes apparent right from the entrance exams, where despite achieving the highest score in his group, Desir is placed in the Beta Class, typically reserved for commoners. With renewed resolve, Desir aims to recruit wind mage Romantica Eru, whom he was unable to save in his previous life. With this new team assembled, Desir must work to gain entry into the prestigious Alpha Class in order to maximize his impact in saving countless lives.

Ron Kamonohashi was once the top student at the prestigious Detective Training Academy BLUE, but he has spent the last five years in seclusion after being expelled. Now forbidden from working as a detective and barely escaping execution due to his involvement in a murder case while at the academy, Ron’s quiet life changes when police detective Totomaru Isshiki, following advice from a senior officer, asks for his help with a long-standing unsolved crime. Despite his reluctance, Ron uses his sharp instincts to quickly identify the culprit. Yet it soon becomes clear that Ron struggles with a dangerous condition that puts those around him at risk. To his surprise, Totomaru saves someone threatened by Ron’s condition. As this unlikely pair works through case after case, agents from BLUE arrive to investigate whether their former star student has resumed detective work. Facing threats from killers, rogue investigators, and even the Metropolitan Police Department, Ron and Totomaru must join forces to survive and see that justice prevails.

Rei Oohashi lives two lives: a weary office worker during the day and Rae Taylor, the protagonist of an otome game, at night. After finishing her daily work grind, Rei escapes into the world of her favorite dating sim, Revolution, which takes place in the prestigious Royal Academy of the kingdom of Bauer. Rather than pursuing the male love interests in the game, Rei is captivated by the female antagonist, Claire François. One night, Rei collapses from exhaustion and dies. When she awakens, Rei discovers she has been reincarnated as Rae and is now face-to-face with her beloved Claire. Seizing this incredible chance, she immediately confesses her love for the golden-haired villainess and her charming provocations. However, winning Claire's heart proves difficult, as the game's mechanics continue to push the three male protagonists toward Rae. Despite these obstacles, Rae is determined to follow her heart and win over the villainess.

Two years have passed since Will left the City of the Dead, and he is now seventeen years old. As a lord, he has successfully developed "Torch Port, a river port of light," bringing life and joy back to the Beast Woods. But strange phenomena—such as flowers blooming out of season—hint at an abnormality within the forest. Determined to find the truth, Will and his allies venture deep into the woods, where they receive an ominous prophecy from the forest king. "In the Iron Rust Mountains, the 'Fire of Black Calamity' shall awaken, consuming everything in its path or spreading far and wide." What lies dormant within the ancient dwarven city of Tetsusabi Sanmyaku?

After Polka Shinoyama publicly demonstrates his magical abilities, he becomes the focal point of upheaval. His fortune-telling business draws many individuals eager to uncover his real nature as the reincarnated Corpse God, a necromancer from another realm. The turmoil grows when Polka and his companions are wrongly blamed for killing one of their guardian's staff members. Making things more complicated, Takumi Kuruya, a member of Polka's group, is kidnapped by his former boss, Kuon Higuro. In response, Polka sends his most trusted ally, Misaki Sakimiya, to bring him back. As these events intertwine, Polka must carefully steer through this dangerous web of threats to ensure his survival.

Falsely charged with wrongdoing, the fallen aristocrat Charlotte Evans flees and eventually collapses deep in a dense woodland. She is discovered and taken in by Allen Crawford, a mage called the "Demon Lord." Seeing no alternative, Allen feels pity and gives Charlotte a job as his live-in maid. Observing that Charlotte endured scorn and disdain from her noble relatives and never experienced genuine freedom, Allen resolves to instruct her in life's playful pleasures and let her follow her instincts. Even though her innocence makes this difficult, he persists in showing her the joys her family withheld. Normally withdrawn, Allen starts to reveal his true self around Charlotte. Living together, they uncover growing similarities. Despite being forsaken by others, they vow to stand by one another, unaware of the romance blossoming between them.

In a world where death is not permanent, Terakomari "Komari" Gandesblood has spent three years as a self-declared professional shut-in. Born into the prestigious Gandesblood lineage, she once aimed to fulfill her ancestors' legacy by becoming an imperial general. However, her inability to use magic or drink blood—traits essential for a vampire—caused her to give up that goal. Despite this, a misunderstanding with her father forces her into the role of one of the Seven Crimson Lords, the empire's most powerful generals and warriors within the Mulnite Empire. To keep her position, Komari must hide her lack of abilities from her troops, or they will remove her. With the help of her newly appointed maid, Villhaze, she creates a facade of a ruthless commander, even declaring her intention to rule the world. As admiration for her grows, Komari's safety is threatened when a vampire from her past appears, determined to permanently end her life.

In "Girlfriend, Girlfriend Season 2," Naoya Mukai continues his hectic balancing act between his two girlfriends, Saki Saki and Nagisa Minase. Making things more complicated, the lively Rika Hoshizaki also pursues Naoya's attention, adding another layer of difficulty to his already tangled romantic situation. To make matters even more unpredictable, Shino Kiryuu appears with the goal of ending Naoya's double relationship and protecting Saki's happiness. However, Shino harbors hidden feelings for Naoya, which she tries to suppress but finds impossible due to the strong attraction she feels toward him.

In the aftermath of relentless assaults that have drained the magical energy from both students and staff, Headmistress Liza Quillyn decides to seal off the College, preventing anyone from entering or leaving. This forces Philomela Sargant to remain at the institution, unable to follow her grandmother Lizbeth's order to depart. Confined within the College, Chise Hatori and her classmates begin adjusting to their new, uneasy circumstances. However, Philomela's health steadily declines, affecting both her mental and physical state. Simultaneously, more details of Chise's roommate Lucy Webster's tragic past come to light. Amidst her worries for her friends and the changes she is experiencing within herself, Chise may finally uncover the true identity of the enigmatic figure responsible for the energy-sapping incidents at the College.

After months of intense battles against monsters, Sei Takanashi is finally recognized by the king as the Holy Saint summoned to save Slantania. With that official acknowledgment, she can now relax and focus on her work at the Medicinal Flora Research Institute. As her bond with Albert Hawke, commander of the Third Order of Knights, deepens, her single status attracts unwelcome attention from other men, which irritates Albert. Meanwhile, Tenyuu, a prince from the distant Zaidera Empire, takes an interest in Slantania and its famous healing potions. Since Sei's true identity is a carefully kept secret, she must stay hidden in the royal palace while Tenyuu investigates the institute before returning home. Though he appears harmless, Tenyuu is far from naive; he has a specific agenda, and Sei’s exceptional abilities could be crucial to advancing his mysterious research.

Rimuru has finished protecting the students he was instructing in the Kingdom of Engrassia, and his teaching period is coming to an end. Yuuki, the Grandmaster of the Free Union, then requests that Rimuru investigate the ongoing struggle for the throne in the Kingdom of Coleus, a realm situated between Engrassia and the Holy Empire of Lubelius. Infiltrating Coleus under the alias "Satoru," Rimuru discovers a kingdom trapped not only in a conflict over succession but also in a tangled network of plots orchestrated by demons and vampires.

Osamu and Youko Sonoyama want to adopt every child from Soramame House, but their older age restricts them to only one. Struggling with this difficult decision, they are immediately attracted to one child's stunning beauty and kind nature. Two months later, the Sonoyamas bring 13-year-old Hitori into their caring home. However, Hitori's humble and overly polite behavior is merely a facade. In truth, Hitori is a performance put on by the identical twins Migi and Dali. Their goal in becoming the perfect child for the generous couple is to infiltrate a specific quiet town. While carefully maintaining their disguise, the twins work toward their real goal: uncovering the truth behind a past event that fueled their intense thirst for revenge.

In the middle of a routine job in the forest, former E-rank adventurer Belgrieve finds a basket containing an abandoned baby girl. Moved by her situation, he takes her in and names her Angeline. As she grows up, Angeline looks up to her father, especially his skill with a sword, and dreams of becoming an adventurer like Belgrieve. To pursue her ambition, she travels to the royal capital, where over time she rises through the ranks to achieve S-rank status, earning the title Black-Haired Valkyrie. Even after surpassing her father's achievements, Angeline speaks fondly of him and exaggerates his exploits, playfully calling him the Red Ogre. With her goals met, Angeline plans to return home, only to find many malevolent forces scheming to prevent her reunion with her beloved father.

In the recently released VRMMO "One More Free Life Online," 38-year-old single office worker Taichi Tanaka retreats to a digital world, taking on the youthful avatar "Earth." While other players chase typical objectives, Earth focuses on honing abilities that others overlook. He masters the creation of intricate potions, prepares elaborate meals, and uses unusual weapons for his monster battles.

The once-thriving Tearmoon Empire collapses under economic devastation, a lethal plague, and widespread famine, igniting a rebellion from both its own citizens and foreign allies that ultimately brings down the empire. Among the fallen is Princess Mia Luna Tearmoon, the empire's famously self-indulgent princess, who endures three years of captivity before being executed. Yet by a stroke of luck, Mia is reborn in her twelve-year-old body, retaining all her memories of the future. Still feeling the phantom edge of the guillotine, she vows to change her fate. Using her knowledge of events to come, Mia enacts reforms and cultivates a loyal circle of followers, unintentionally winning the hearts of her people and earning a reputation as a saint.

Percival was raised on God's Finger, a far-off haven floating far above the clouds, alongside his grandfather. Though content with this peaceful life, he secretly longed for adventure. Everything changed when an intruder with an unexpected tie to Percival destroyed his home. Compelled by necessity, Percival embarks on a quest to find the one responsible for his tragedy. As he travels into the unfamiliar world below, the innocent young boy learns more about the life he had never known. Fortunately, he meets companions who help him adapt to his new surroundings. But their attitudes might change once they uncover the truth about Percival's fate and its link to the coming apocalypse.

Set in the 2020s, a time when electric vehicles have become the norm for everyday transportation, the MFG motorsport event keeps the passion for traditional gasoline-powered cars alive. The competition attracts a massive online audience of 30 million viewers, with hundreds of eager participants vying for a spot among the elite Godly Fifteen and the grand prize of 100 million yen. One such contender is 19-year-old Kanata Rivington. After graduating from a renowned racing academy in England, Kanata competes in the MFG under the pseudonym "Kanata Katagiri." Despite his rivals' extravagant cars, Kanata relies on a modest Toyota 86 GT, passed down from a previous MFG competitor, which puts him at a disadvantage. With advice from a member of the Godly Fifteen, Kanata continues to pursue his real objective: locating his estranged father. His unique driving style catches attention, closely mirroring that of a former legendary racer.

After losing both parents at age five, Isaku Senagaki was raised by her grandfather Tasuke, a yakuza boss. Now on the verge of starting high school, she hopes to distance herself from that world and experience an ordinary school life filled with friendship and romance. But those plans fall apart when her overprotective guardian, 26-year-old Keiya Utou, uses his connections to enroll at the same school. Though Isaku longs for mutual affection, her feelings go unanswered—Keiya sees her only as the granddaughter of his boss and the girl he has looked after since childhood. Her pursuit of a normal life becomes an uphill battle, and escaping her own emotions proves even harder, especially when Keiya’s excessive guarding and disregard for her personal space only make things more complicated.

In the mid-21st century, superhuman individuals with extraordinary abilities began appearing across the globe. These masked figures, performing incredible feats to maintain peace, came to be known as heroes—emblematic champions of their respective nations. In Japan, 14-year-old middle school student Teru Momijiyama conceals her identity as the country's hero, Shy, from the public. Shy is a timid and inexperienced young girl still learning what it means to be a hero. Despite her doubts and fears, she strives to help others and make morally sound decisions. As new and formidable threats emerge, Shy must collaborate with heroes from around the world and discover the true essence of heroism.

Thought to have disappeared, ninjas have resurfaced in modern Japan after the Pacific War. Numbering around two hundred thousand, these skilled agents carry out secret operations and are deeply embedded in many government and corporate organizations. One of them is Kurou Kumogakure, a seventeen-year-old who typically passes his days in a run-down apartment, showing little drive for anything productive. He comes across as a lazy, unemployed youth who mainly swipes beer from his neighbor. But looks can be misleading; Kurou has hidden ninja abilities. His skills are put to the test when he is assigned a new mission: infiltrating a nearby high school. This task proves far more complicated than anticipated.

Rumors are circulating that Hanako-kun, one of the seven wonders of Kamome Academy, has gained a new assistant in first-year student Nene Yashiro. The pair work together to uncover the school's mysterious secrets, preserving the equilibrium between the human world and the supernatural realm. When not occupied with these investigations, Hanako and Yashiro often pass the time by getting up to playful mischief with Yashiro's classmates and the spectral spirits that remain unseen by most.

It has been two years since the Yuzuki brothers lost their parents, and they have been managing their household together ever since. Hayato, the oldest, shoulders the responsibility of being the family's steady anchor. The second brother, Mikoto, keeps his composure but reveals a gentler side, especially toward the lively and energetic third brother, Minato. Although full of spirit, Minato often tends to be a bit awkward. The youngest, Gakuto, stands apart as a clever and diligent first-grader. The story follows the brothers' everyday routines as they balance family duties, schoolwork, and involvement in their community.

After publishing a photo that led to severe online harassment, freelance photographer Kouya Madoka lost his marriage, confidence, and passion for capturing human moments. Years later, an assignment brings him back to the world of Formula 4 (F4), where fierce competition among rookie drivers reignites his love for photography. During a race, Madoka captures a poignant image of Komaki Motors' Haruka Asahina, who breaks down emotionally on the track. This powerful photo leads Madoka to impulsively decide to sponsor both the Komaki team and Haruka personally. However, the high costs of the sport soon force Madoka to reconsider his ambitions and find more feasible ways to help the financially struggling F4 team. Against these odds, Madoka's unwavering dedication to Haruka's success could be the push that drives the young racer to the peak of their career.

At age 26, Kentarou Momose quits his previous job after suffering health issues caused by harassment at work and begins fresh at another company. His new supervisor and direct mentor is 34-year-old Yuusei Shirosaki. Although Shirosaki is known as a competent and well-regarded leader, which at first makes Momose nervous about repeating old mistakes and traumas, Momose quickly finds reassurance. Shirosaki uses methods that appear odd, but his intentions are truly to assist. Through this process of adaptation, Momose understands there is no need to feel cautious around his delightfully quirky boss.

Within the online game Planet, the Akabane Family stands as a powerful quartet, a pseudo-family existing only in the digital realm. Unbeknownst to them, their in-game dynamics mirror those of a real-world dysfunctional family: a reclusive older brother, an overachieving younger sibling, a father who has lost his children's respect, and a neglectful mother. Each member struggles with the absence of genuine familial warmth, unaware that their bond in the game is fleeting. More critically, they remain oblivious to the fact that they are truly blood-related. The story follows the Akabane Family's adventures in Planet, including battles against monsters, conflicts with other guilds, and schemes involving Black Bird, the game's ultimate goal. As the virtual and real worlds converge, this actual family is forced to confront the truth about their relationships.

While wandering through the woods, the witch Alyssa discovers a magical bush containing an infant. Though the child is not a witch, they possess extraordinary magical abilities far surpassing those of an ordinary human. Deciding to take the baby in, Alyssa raises her as her own daughter and names her Viola. Sixteen years later, Viola has grown into a tall young woman whose mature appearance often leads others to assume she is much older than her youthful-looking mother. Although Viola has a tendency to be overly possessive and to drive away anyone she perceives as a threat to her bond with Alyssa, her mother's love for her never wavers. Unaware of her true origins, Viola is raised by Alyssa alongside a tight circle of friends who all contributed to her upbringing. Guided by Alyssa, Viola strives to refine her powerful magic and make her mother proud.

In the animated series Umamusume: Pretty Derby Season 3, horse girls Kitasan Black and Satono Diamond look up to their peer, Toukai Teiou, and aspire to achieve her level of success. They enroll at Tracen Academy, an institution that trains horse girls for high-stakes races. Kitasan Black joins Team Spica, the same team as Teiou. After starting with an undefeated streak, she suffers her first loss in a Grade 1 (G1) race, the highest tier of competition. Unfazed by this setback, she remains focused on reaching her full potential. Meanwhile, Satono Diamond comes from a lineage of fast horse girls that have never won a G1 race. Her aim is to break this pattern and bring pride to her family.

In the celestial realm, many deities keep their distance from the neglected Xie Lian, but Heavenly Emperor Jun Wu continues to stand by him. Despite Xie Lian's persistently bad luck, his circumstances grow even worse when doubts arise that his recent companion might be the infamous Ghost King, Hua Cheng. Ignoring these suspicions, Xie Lian holds onto Hua Cheng's promise that they will reunite and reveal his true identity. Jun Wu then brings troubling news: a distress signal has come from the bustling Ghost City, which is under Hua Cheng's sole control. Determined, Xie Lian ventures into the Ghost City to search for the missing deity. There, he encounters the real Hua Cheng. Although Hua Cheng is considered the most fearsome being in the three realms, he shows humility before Xie Lian. Without revealing his reasons, Hua Cheng uses every resource at his disposal to ease the constant misfortunes that haunt Xie Lian's life.

Konoha Akisato dreams of becoming a celebrated artist, driven by her deep passion for bishoujo games—visual novels focused on romantic encounters with charming female characters. Her goal hits a wall when she lands her first position as a junior illustrator at Blue Bell in 2023, only to discover an industry flooded with low-quality, cliché titles, with Blue Bell leading that trend. Konoha's perspective shifts after a visit to a retro game store, where she reflects on the superior craftsmanship of older games. This contemplation accidentally triggers a time-slip, sending her back to 1992—the dawn of the bishoujo game boom. Initially bewildered by her new surroundings, Konoha manages to find work as an illustrator at Alcohol Soft, a small yet ambitious studio. Though she believes her future knowledge will guarantee success, she quickly learns the technological and artistic limitations of the 1990s. To achieve her ambitions, she must rapidly adapt to these historical constraints and master her craft within the era's boundaries.

Fifteen-year-old Umika Konohoshi has been obsessed with aliens since childhood, dreaming of traveling through space and making contact with extraterrestrial life. However, this passion isolates her from classmates and worsens her intense social anxiety. Still, Umika remains convinced that her destiny lies beyond Earth. On the first day of high school, her fantasy seems within reach when she meets Yuu Akeuchi, a transfer student who says she crash-landed on Earth with no memories of her past. Umika longs to build a bond with Yuu, but her self-doubt holds her back. Noticing Umika’s hesitation, Yuu uses an unexplained ability to enter Umika’s mind, possibly helping her turn her dreams into reality.

After Reunion's destruction of Chernobog left it a wasteland of ruin and sorrow, the fight against nations that discriminate against Oripathy victims begins. Chief Ch'en heads the Lungmen Guard Department's Special Inspection Unit, gathering her team to protect Lungmen, a wealthy but unforgiving city known for its harsh treatment of the infected. Meanwhile, Amiya, the Doctor, and the medical organization Rhodes Island battle Reunion on multiple fronts. Their path crosses with FrostNova, a high-ranking Reunion member whose freezing powers threaten all who oppose her.

While out with friends one evening, Kaoru Nagase unexpectedly dies after a deity responsible for preserving Earth's space-time continuum makes a critical mistake. Rather than letting her spirit fade away, the god intervenes, rescuing Kaoru's consciousness and soul, and grants her a fresh start in the fantasy realm of Verny. To make amends for this divine error, the goddess Celestine bestows upon Kaoru several extraordinary abilities, including a rejuvenated body, fluency in all languages, an endlessly spacious item box, and the power to produce any potion. Yet, her modern knowledge and magical talents prove ill-suited for Verny's medieval setting. As Kaoru endeavors to live a tranquil life and evade those who would exploit her gifts, she travels across various nations, unaware that her gradual changes might eventually lead to unforeseen consequences.

Prequel to BURN THE WITCH. "Dragons"—from ancient times, they were regarded as fictional beings. In reality, they are not fictional, nor are they strictly creatures. They are heteromorphic entities, and many deaths in London can be traced to them. However, the majority of London's citizens are unaware of what dragons look like or even that they exist. Only those who reside in Reverse London can see them. In Reverse London, there exists an agency called Wing Bind (abbreviated as WB), tasked with protecting and managing the dragons. And there were two witches who belonged to Wing Bind...

In "Butareba -The Story of a Man Who Turned into a Pig-", Aha, an arrogant scientist, passes out after eating raw pig liver on a subway and wakes up in a pigsty. He is horrified to find he has been transformed into a pig and is now in a fantasy world. As he struggles to make sense of his situation, Aha gets help from Jess, a young Yesma. The Yesmas are servants with telepathic abilities who are shunned because of their powers and the silver collars they are forced to wear. Even though Aha has inappropriate feelings toward Jess, she still helps him generously, which makes him want to find ways to repay her kindness in his new pig form. Despite Jess's good nature, she cannot escape the discrimination that Yesmas face, and Aha starts to worry about her safety. Although he originally planned to go to the royal capital to ask the king to turn him back into a human, Aha ultimately decides he cannot abandon Jess, the kind person who has helped him so much.

Catarina, determined to avoid her doomed destiny, joins forces with her companions and encounters a mysterious young man traveling with a caravan. His identity and motives remain unknown.

Shun Tokinoya has avoided online gaming ever since a tragic accident claimed his father's life and left his sister injured. Now a dedicated high school student burdened by regret for his past habits, he works at a cybercafe run by his childhood friend Nozomi Inatsuki to support his family financially. However, a recent development forces him back into the gaming world. When all players from FOX ONE—Nozomi’s father’s esports team—suddenly retire, the Inatsuki family faces severe financial trouble. To resolve their debts, Shun reluctantly joins the Xaxerion Championship. Alongside their classmate Akito Sendou, the trio gathers skilled gamers to rebuild the team. Even with two promising new members, victory remains uncertain. Unless Shun can overcome his deep-seated guilt, their newly formed squad has little chance of winning the championship.

In a future where hip-hop dominates the music scene, skilled rappers deliver electrifying performances called Phantom Lives. Using "Phantometal," a substance that reacts with a rapper's DNA to create vivid illusions, they channel their intense emotions into stunning visual spectacles for the audience. However, this process forces them to confront past traumas and painful memories through what are known as Trap Reactions. The severity of these reactions depends on the strength of the rapper's emotions, which can lead to extreme emotional distress and mental harm. CLUB Paradox, a legendary group that vanished a decade ago, unexpectedly returns to host a new Phantom Live competition called Paradox Live, with a prize of 10 billion yen. Four prominent groups—BAE, The Cat's Whiskers, cozmez, and Akanyatsura—are invited to participate. Despite their doubts about the mysterious circumstances surrounding the event, each group has its own reasons for entering the contest. However, the path to victory may prove far more dangerous than expected.

Spin-off of Boku no Kokoro no Yabai Yatsu based on a collection of short comics and small stories published on Twitter by original author Norio Sakurai. How do two people grow closer? There is a time and place for grand gestures, but it’s the small everyday moments that actually matter.

This time, the setting is the UA dormitory just before the season 5 Endeavor Internship arc! In the middle of winter, an intense, fiery cold battle is unfolding at Heights Alliance! Third-year Mirio Togata suddenly appears while the first-year Class A students are bored due to their ban on going outside. He brings along the card game "Yuuei Heroes Battle," which was developed by the support course. As the students select cards and jump into the fierce competition, the game seems to have hidden depths beyond what meets the eye. In the end, who will claim victory? Note: The anime had a world premiere at the New York Comic Con event on October 13 in English dub before the Japanese release in theaters.

At the rigorous Tokyo Fire Department's Fire Academy, a talented newcomer, Daigo Toake, distinguishes himself through his exceptional performance in both physical and mental evaluations. His outstanding abilities stir envy in his fellow recruit, Shun Onoda, though Shun also harbors a mix of genuine respect and rivalry, recognizing that their ultimate goal is the same—to save lives. Yuki Nakamura is the only female among the trainees and is fiercely dedicated to demonstrating her capability to compete with her male counterparts in this predominantly male profession. As the paths of these three recruits cross and they face real-life emergencies more harrowing than any training scenario, they learn the true nature of their calling. Despite the harsh realities of their work, the firefighters in their distinctive orange uniforms continue to be a beacon of hope for those in distress.

High school student Gorou Ono receives a text message that promises to grant any wish, which he uses to indulge his fantasies with classmate Sawa Honoka. However, the wish-granter turns out to be a demon named Lall, who reveals that Gorou is now involved in a game to choose the next God of the world. Struggling to come to terms with this, Gorou finds himself attacked by Sawa wielding a massive sword, as she too is a contestant in this bizarre divine contest. Each competitor is endowed with a unique power, and Gorou defeats Sawa using his ability, the Holy Book of the Fool. This power, however, comes at a steep price: each use worsens Gorou's life. As Gorou delves deeper into the nature of this absurd game, he must seek out allies and gain mastery over his ability to prevent losing everything.