Summer 2013 Anime

In Danganronpa: The Animation, Makoto Naegi, a completely average high schooler lacking any special talents, is surprisingly accepted into Hope's Peak Academy. This prestigious institution is famous for recruiting the most gifted individuals from every field. Although Naegi feels out of place, he is eager to attend the celebrated school that promises a guaranteed path to success for its students. Brimming with hopeful anticipation, he walks through the academy's distinguished gates. However, shortly after arriving, Naegi loses consciousness and awakens in what appears to be an empty classroom. Confused and disoriented, he explores the school and eventually discovers his fellow students gathered in the gymnasium. As they all struggle to comprehend their situation, a peculiar robotic teddy bear named Monokuma, who claims to be the school's principal, addresses the group. Monokuma reveals that the students are trapped within the academy and can only escape by murdering a classmate without being caught. Naegi and the others now face a terrifying choice: either participate in Monokuma's deadly game or remain imprisoned within the school walls forever.

In High School DxD New, Issei Hyoudou, the high school pervert dreaming of becoming the Harem King, is drawn into even more intense adventures. While the Occult Research Club carries on with its usual duties, Issei notices that their Knight, Yuuto Kiba, has become unusually distracted and less alert. Upon investigating, Issei discovers Kiba's dark and violent past connected to the mysterious Holy Swords. Having endured a brutal experiment, Kiba is now driven to exact revenge on those responsible. The return of a familiar enemy, coupled with the arrival of two new Holy Sword users, pulls Issei and his fellow Devils into yet another sinister scheme.

In Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club, Haruka Nanasa possesses a profound love for swimming. During elementary school, he and his three friends—Rin Matsuoka, Nagisa Hazuki, and Makoto Tachibana—formed a team and secured a relay race victory before going their separate ways. Now in high school, they reunite, though Rin, who attends a different school, is reluctant to restore their friendship and is driven to prove his swimming superiority over Haruka. After a heated confrontation, Haruka, Nagisa, and Makoto establish the Iwatobi High School Swim Club but lack a fourth member for an upcoming competition. Nagisa persuades Rei Ryuugazaki, a former track athlete, to join their ranks. As the tournament approaches, the four bond through rigorous training, striving for victory while working to resolve the persistent rivalry between Haruka and Rin.

Staz Charlie Blood is a vampire lord governing the Eastern district of the Demon World, feared for his ruthless reputation. However, beneath that intimidating exterior lies an otaku deeply obsessed with Japanese culture who has zero interest in drinking human blood. He prefers to waste time immersed in anime, manga, and video games, leaving his duties to his subordinates. His life shifts when Fuyumi Yanagi, a high school student from Japan, accidentally stumbles into the Demon World, filling Staz with joy. Before he can act on his growing feelings, an attack on his territory causes Fuyumi to die, turning her into a wandering ghost. Consumed by grief, Staz vows to resurrect her, a feat that would also grant him entry to the human world—his ultimate dream. Accompanied by Bell, a spatial magician, and Wolf, a half-werewolf, Staz embarks on a quest to collect the magic required to restore life to humans.

As the Monogatari Series: Second Season unfolds, Koyomi Araragi continues to encounter bizarre events, supernatural beings, and divine figures alongside his close-knit group of friends: the hardworking Tsubasa Hanekawa, the doughnut-loving vampire Shinobu Oshino, the energetic troublemaker Suruga Kanbaru, the bite-prone spirit Mayoi Hachikuji, Koyomi's devoted admirer Nadeko Sengoku, and his enigmatic girlfriend Hitagi Senjougahara. With a new school term beginning and graduation on the horizon, Koyomi must consider his future, the bonds he wishes to maintain, and which companions he will stand by. Yet, as peculiar incidents erupt, Koyomi suddenly disappears and a ferocious tiger-like entity emerges. With Hanekawa becoming its target, she quickly realizes she must learn to defend herself.

In the anime "WataMote: No Matter How I Look At It, It's You Guys' Fault I'm Not Popular!", Tomoko Kuroki is an introverted and socially awkward girl who begins high school believing she is fully prepared, having accumulated fifty virtual years of experience and dated over a hundred digital boys. However, reality proves far more difficult than anticipated. Unaware of her own social limitations, Tomoko navigates high school with the support of her best friend Yuu Naruse and her brother Tomoki. The series chronicles her efforts to overcome her social hurdles and discover a more satisfying life.

A group of nine students meets at their high school after dark to say goodbye to a friend. Following a common tradition among high schoolers, they carry out a ritual meant to keep their friendship eternal, using tiny paper charms crafted to look like dolls. Unbeknownst to them, these charms are linked to Heavenly Host Academy, an elementary school that was demolished long ago following a string of horrific murders. That school lies beneath the very ground on which their own Kisaragi Academy was built. Now imprisoned in a parallel world alongside the angry spirits of the past, the students must cooperate to find a way out—or become eternal members of the accursed ghostly populace. Offering a banquet for enthusiasts of mystery, gore, and horror, Corpse Party: Tortured Souls - Bougyakusareta Tamashii no Jukyou presents a sobering examination of redemption, sacrifice, and the way the past perpetually lurks just behind us, occasionally uncomfortably near.

In "The Wind Rises," Jiro Horikoshi's aspiration to become a pilot is crushed by his severe nearsightedness. He instead goes to Tokyo Imperial University to study aeronautical engineering, inspired by the Italian aviation pioneer Giovanni Battista Caproni. Upon arriving in Tokyo, Jiro experiences the devastating 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake, during which he rescues a maid from the family of a young girl named Naoko Satomi. This disaster marks the beginning of a period of intense social turmoil and conflict in Japan, leading to its involvement in World War II. Over the years leading to the creation of the famous Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighter aircraft, Jiro faces numerous challenges that test his limits. Each journey and experience drives him closer to his goal, even as he struggles with the harsh realities of his inventions' roles in the war and the difficulties in his personal life. As time passes, Jiro must confront a deep dilemma: how much is his cherished dream costing him?

Yuno Gasai is a first-year high school student leading an ordinary life. She gets along well with her parents and has a small group of friends. Yet she cannot shake the feeling that someone essential is absent from her life—someone so important that it seems she has lived a different existence, desperately trying to stay with them. After a class trip to the beach, Yuno returns home. In the middle of the night, she begins receiving strange messages from a voice that only she can hear. The voice tells her about the person she longs to meet and insists she must find him. Soon, she finds herself in a mysterious realm, with her sole goal being to reunite with the person she cannot recall. Though obstacles block her path, Yuno will stop at nothing to meet her beloved once more.

In "The World God Only Knows: Goddesses," Keima Katsuragi, the "God of Conquest," begins a new task after freeing many women from runaway spirits. His latest goal is to find the Jupiter Sisters, goddesses who once imprisoned Old Hell. Diana, a goddess living inside his childhood friend Tenri Ayukawa, tells him these sisters now reside in the hearts of girls Keima previously helped. Reuniting Diana with her sisters could give them enough power to permanently banish the runaway spirits, ending Keima's role as an exorcist. Though he is initially reluctant, a tragic event involving one of the host girls forces Keima to act. Keima learns that a secret group called Vintage is hunting the goddesses, making him rush to gather the sisters before it is too late. More driven than ever, he enlists demons Elsie and Haqua to help him win back the hearts of the girls he once conquered. This journey becomes difficult as Keima faces the results of his past conquests.

In the year after Honma Meiko's spectral appearance, Jinta Yadomi and the rest of the Super Peace Busters gather to compose letters in her remembrance. During their summer together, they look back on their past, spanning the time before and after her passing. The AnoHana movie retraces the key events of the original story from the perspective of every Super Peace Busters member.

In "Silver Spoon," Yuugo Hachiken is a hardworking and exhausted student, always trying to meet impossible expectations from his parents. As a new school year begins, he transfers to Ooezo Agricultural High School, a boarding school set in rural Hokkaido, hoping to escape the stress he faces. Hachiken starts off confident in his own skills, but he quickly realizes his classmates have deep knowledge of farming and animals, since they grew up on farms. From chores at dawn to caring for livestock, Hachiken is completely lost in the tough world of agriculture. The story follows Hachiken's funny experiences as he adjusts to this strange place and meets various people. By working hard to fit in and find happiness, he tries to discover what he really wants and build a fulfilling life on his own terms.

Mage's Association operatives Rin Toosaka and Luviagelita "Luvia" Edelfelt are assigned to locate and retrieve seven Class Cards, ancient relics containing the essence of famous Heroic Spirits. To assist in this mission, they receive the powers of Ruby and Sapphire, intelligent Kaleidosticks that enable magical girl transformations and enhance their abilities. However, due to Rin and Luvia's frequent conflicts, the Kaleidosticks abandon them and seek out new partners. The sticks encounter two schoolgirls, Illyasviel von Einzbern and Miyu, and quickly persuade them to form contracts. Using their newfound powers and responsibilities, Illya and Miyu begin their journey to collect all the Class Cards.

While checking the footage from a camera he confiscated from a movie pirate at a premiere, Gintoki is unexpectedly sent into a grim, post-apocalyptic version of Edo. A mysterious illness known as the "White Plague" has devastated the global population. The supposed movie pirate was actually an android time machine, and Gintoki has been thrown five years into the future! Shinpachi and Kagura, his fellow Yorozuya members, have split apart and now operate as hardened solo vigilantes. Meanwhile, Gintoki himself has been missing for years, having vanished without a trace after leaving a cryptic note in his journal. Donning a disguise provided by the android time machine, Gintoki clumsily brings the Yorozuya team back together to investigate the White Plague. He soon learns that the solution to saving the future is hidden in the shadows of his own past. As he prepares to face a powerful enemy, he makes a crucial realization—with a mismatched group of friends and allies standing by him, he doesn't need to face the battle alone.

In "Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions!: Sparkling... Slapstick Noel," Yuuta Togashi and Rikka Takanashi are now a couple, but their shyness keeps them from moving their relationship forward. Seeking guidance, Rikka turns to her class representative, Shinka Nibutani, who suggests they strengthen their connection during the Christmas season. Acting on a hint from Yuuta’s friend, Makoto Isshiki, they organize a Christmas party at Sanae Dekomori’s home. At the party, Yuuta notices Rikka is missing and goes to look for her. He finds that both Rikka and Sanae have drunk alcohol and are behaving oddly. How will this surprising development impact Yuuta and Rikka’s growing relationship?

The daily aggravations of working as public employees are humorously portrayed through the experiences of three new hires. Lucy Yamagami intends to get revenge on the civil servant who gave her an absurdly long name; Yutaka Hasebe, a laid-back procrastinator, looks for ways to dodge tasks; and Saya Miyoshi, a nervous beginner, starts her professional life. Their training is meant to be led by Taishi Ichimiya, a worker who has been there for eight years and appears experienced, yet he cannot teach them properly. Confronted with a useless mentor and tough encounters with citizens, the three start to doubt their choice of profession. Still, they encourage each other to keep up their determination and do their utmost despite the hurdles.

In a world forsaken by God, life is plagued by an endless loop where death no longer occurs and birth is impossible, causing the dead to wander among the living. Just before vanishing entirely, God left behind a single final gift: the creation of gravekeepers—mysterious beings who can grant the departed true rest through proper burial. Ai, a cheerful yet naive girl, carries on her late mother's work as the village's gravekeeper. After a man named Hampnie Hambart, who claims to be Ai's father, appears and slaughters everyone in her village, Ai becomes homeless and lost. She decides to follow this enigmatic stranger on his journey. During her travels, Ai focuses on her gravekeeper role—bringing peace to the dead and assisting the living—while slowly uncovering the truth behind the world's bleak state caused by God's departure.

At Fujisaki Girls Academy, student council president Natsuo Maki is admired by her classmates for her elegance and flawless behavior. One day, while visiting the council room, Riko Kurahashi accidentally discovers Natsuo practicing kissing techniques on a pillow, exposing a side of her that is far from composed. Natsuo admits she wants to learn more about romance and has been secretly rehearsing romantic situations. Moved by this confession, Riko offers to assist Natsuo in exploring the intricacies of love through a project called "Love Lab." This initiative involves mastering the fundamentals of romance, such as staged encounters and hand-holding. As news spreads, the other student council members join in the playful experiments of Love Lab. Through their trials and interactions, the group gains new insights into the world of romance. Love Lab blends humor and warmth, following these friends as they navigate the complexities of love with laughter and camaraderie.

Ema Hinata, a compassionate girl who has been living alone with her father, discovers that he intends to marry Miwa Asahina, a prosperous fashion designer. Overjoyed at the chance for a new home and a large family, Ema looks forward to gaining thirteen stepbrothers. To protect her father's privacy, she moves into Sunrise Residence, where her new siblings reside. However, Ema soon finds that instead of forming a close family bond, many of her stepbrothers begin to develop romantic interest in her. Each brother pursues her affections in his own unique manner. Can Ema manage her relationships with all of them, or will she ultimately decide to give her heart to only one?

In "KINMOZA!", Shinobu Oomiya went to England for a homestay and developed a strong friendship with Alice Cartelet, the daughter of her host family. Despite language barriers, they expressed their sorrow when Shinobu returned to Japan. Five years have passed, and Shinobu is now a high school freshman. She receives an airmail letter in a foreign language, which turns out to be from Alice, who plans to come to Japan for a homestay. Not only will Alice attend Shinobu's school, but she will also live with her. Along with their mutual friends Youko Inokuma, Aya Komichi, and Karen Kujou, the five girls navigate school life while exploring the distinctive elements of each other's cultures.

In Kyoto, the tanuki and tengu have coexisted with unaware humans for centuries. Yasaburou Shimogamo, the third son of a distinguished tanuki family, spends his carefree days looking after an old tengu, using his shape-shifting abilities to observe people, and interacting with the enigmatic Benten. But beneath this tranquil life lies a grim past: Yasaburou's father, once the leader of the tanuki community, was captured and devoured by a human group called the Friday Fellows. Uchouten Kazoku follows the Shimogamo brothers as they try to avoid meeting the same end while gradually uncovering the truths behind their father's death.

Hajime Ichinose's everyday existence takes an unexpected turn when Hajime receives a small book called NOTE from a mysterious being named J.J. Robinson. This book gives Hajime the power to transform into a Gatchaman, one of the legendary protectors of Tachikawa City. With guidance from Sugane Tachibana, another Gatchaman, Hajime is brought to their secret base, where they are commanded by Paiman, a panda-like alien commander. The team's crucial mission is to fight MESS, dangerous extraterrestrial threats that pose an increasing danger to humanity by consuming everything in their path. With the world's fate hanging in the balance, the Gatchaman rely on Hajime's strength to avert global catastrophe.

In the quiet countryside, Haruto Kirishima lived a peaceful life far from the city's noise. His world changed when Yuzuki Eba, who had come from Tokyo to visit her relatives, crossed paths with him. Their brief but memorable encounter left Haruto captivated, but she vanished as suddenly as she appeared, leaving many questions behind. "Kimi no Iru Machi" continues after Haruto moves to Tokyo to live with his sister, ostensibly to pursue a career as a chef. However, his true motive is to be near Yuzuki. His arrival in the city is marred by a misunderstanding where he is mistaken for a thief and attacked by his sister's neighbor, Mishima Asuka. After the confusion is cleared, Haruto finds himself torn between his feelings for Yuzuki, who avoids him for unclear reasons, and his growing connection with Asuka.

Welcome to Gamindustri, a fantasy realm where every beloved video game console is brought to life! Neptune and her fellow goddesses preside over the four kingdoms of Lastation, Leanbox, Lowee, and Planeptune—but their royal responsibilities often take a backseat to their intense passion for gaming. When their button-mashing antics are disrupted by rampaging monsters, cyberattacks, and killer eggplants, the goddesses must power up into stronger, more alluring forms and battle for their right to game! The enemies grow more challenging as the story progresses, and the girls need to team up to overcome a seductive goddess of piracy, a mysterious master hacker, and a malevolent CPU determined to obliterate everything in her path—using any cheat code they can find!

In this comedic and bizarre mystery, high school student Harumi Kazuhito, an avid literature enthusiast and devoted fan of author Natsuno Kirihime, witnesses a robbery at a café where she is writing. When a gunman threatens Kirihime, Kazuhito leaps in front of her, sacrificing his own life. Due to the supernatural influence of a bookworm, he is reincarnated as a dachshund. As a dog, Kazuhito suffers a harsh life without access to books until a cruel woman wielding scissors appears to help him—only to reveal herself as Kirihime herself.

The second season of Kingdom. One year after the brutal conflict with the mighty Zhao, the State of Qin has refocused on King Ying Zheng's goal of subjugating the remaining six states and unifying China. Their next objective is Wei, a smaller state that serves as a geographic stepping stone for conquest. Xin, now a three-hundred-man commander of the rapidly growing Fei Xin Unit, continues to pursue great achievements to earn recognition for himself and his soldiers, driven by those who fell in previous battles. In the preliminary skirmishes preceding Qin's invasion of Wei, Xin faces competition from other young commanders of higher social standing. Back in Qin, the royal palace is thrown into upheaval as opposing factions begin to move against Ying Zheng's rule. With challenges both on the battlefield and at home, Zheng and Xin must lead the way in this era of endless war, determined to carve their names into history by creating a unified China.

Episodes 14-16 of Oreimo 2, to finish adapting the novels of Oreimo.

After a powerful kiss with her familiar Tomoe, Nanami Momozono feels unstoppable. Her confidence shatters when she spots Tomoe receiving a mysterious black box and declaring he no longer needs her. Determined to learn what the box holds, she concocts a clever trick. Her resolve only grows after overhearing her other familiar, Mizuki, hint that Nanami might depend too heavily on Tomoe. While visiting a hot spring resort together, Nanami hears about a legendary stone said to grant eternal happiness to couples who touch it as a pair. Despite the difficult trek required to reach the stone, she stubbornly refuses Tomoe’s aid, wanting to prove she can stand on her own.

During a mission to locate and capture a troublesome wizard, several members of the Fairy Tail guild find themselves stranded in an unfamiliar town. At the same time, Haru, Elie, and their group also become separated. By chance, Elie runs into Lucy and Happy, who are searching for Natsu. Meanwhile, Haru encounters Natsu, who is suffering from motion sickness. Although Elie seems friendly, she matches the description of the culprit the Fairy Tail team was assigned to apprehend. Complicating matters further, Natsu discovers Haru's connection to Elie and suspects they are working together. This crossover brings together two beloved series, as Fairy Tail x Rave explores the similarities between the two groups while they navigate a series of misunderstandings that lead to conflicts. Eventually, however, they must set aside their differences to unite against a common enemy.

In "Devils and Realist," seventeen-year-old William Twining, a noble deeply attached to his lineage and modern science, confronts the devastating truth of his family's financial ruin. Unable to continue his education or maintain his opulent lifestyle, he frantically searches his mansion for valuables, stumbles upon a hidden chamber, and inadvertently summons the arrogant Grand Duke of Hell, Dantalion. With Lucifer, ruler of Hell, locked in a deep slumber, a power vacuum emerges. Only a human known as the "Elector" can appoint a temporary leader, sparking conflict among the demons. Though William learns he is a descendant of King Solomon and wields supreme authority over the underworld, he remains unconvinced. Clinging to his belief in science and rejecting magic and the supernatural, this stubborn realist fails to grasp his crucial role in the ongoing struggle between Heaven and Hell.

In "Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai," a cryptic figure called the Storyteller appears at dusk, donning a noticeable yellow mask. He draws a crowd of children around him, who pay close attention as he delivers frightening tales derived from Japanese folklore. With a traditional kamishibai—a paper-scroll device—he brings these already creepy stories to life with vivid illustrations. This collection of short horror episodes starts with a lone man moving into a new apartment, where he soon feels a heavy, malevolent presence watching him. Unbeknownst to him, a talisman dangling from his ceiling serves as a vital shield, preventing his fall into an endless chasm of suffering. As the Storyteller proceeds, every new tale grows more terrifying and disturbing, pulling his audience further into the nightmarish worlds conjured by his narration.

Fleeing through the forest, Hifumi attempts to escape a group of thugs. After accidentally falling off a cliff, she lands in the arms of Sakamaki Izayoi, who is accompanied by Kasukabe You and Kudou Asuka. The No Names then protect Hifumi from members of a slave trader community using Deen. It turns out Hifumi has a special ability to locate water sources. At the now-dried-up hot springs, the group joins forces with Kuro Usagi, Lili, and Letitia. Now it is up to them to win another Gift Game... with the prize being a luxurious soak in the hot springs. OVA bundled with the eighth volume of the light novel.

In the alternate timeline of Rozen Maiden, Jun Sakurada chose "no" on a slip of paper, avoiding winding an unspecified "something." As a result, Jun, who has since grown up and moved on from his traumatic school days, is now a college student working at a bookstore. Despite his progress, he still struggles to feel like he belongs. One day, Jun stumbles upon a book detailing how to create a Rozen Maiden. Upon returning home that evening, he finds the second volume of the series and some doll parts unexpectedly delivered to his house. However, the deliveries cease abruptly, and Jun learns that the publication has been discontinued. With an incomplete doll and a message from his counterpart in another world, Jun becomes entangled in the Rozen Maiden universe once more.

When Brook asks about the origins of Mini Merry's name, Usopp and Tony Tony Chopper remember the adventures of the Straw Hat Pirates' beloved ship, companion, and crew member—Going Merry. After a disagreement over the Going Merry, Usopp leaves the crew, and Nico Robin is taken away by CP9, the World Government's elite assassination force. Determined to reunite the crew, Monkey D. Luffy and the rest of the Straw Hats set out on a mission to rescue Robin from the clutches of the World Government.

In 1983, the village of Hinamizawa is placed under quarantine after a mysterious and lethal virus afflicts the small community. Teenager Keiichi Maebara and his friends Mion Sonozaki and Rena Ryuuguu are confused and terrified by the crisis developing around them. As the inhabitants desperately attempt to halt the spread of the disease, some turn to extreme actions. Keiichi and his companions must search for a way to flee the village. Yet, as conflict escalates, the group confronts dangers from both visible and hidden enemies, and it is uncertain if everyone will survive.

In the OVA "Say 'I Love You.'", Mei, Aiko, Asami, and Nagi are occupied with baking cookies at Mei's residence. Nagi departs with Yamato to provide them more space. Yamato then receives a message from Kai, requesting a meeting at the park. The park, now in a state of disrepair, holds importance as the location where Yamato and Kai first encountered each other. They engage in lighthearted teasing before Kai questions why Yamato, who typically flourishes in larger groups, would be the first to arrive at the park after school. Yamato confides, admitting he once felt like a chameleon, blending into various surroundings just to satisfy others. Kai reveals that although he previously disliked the town, Yamato has helped him recognize its charm. Encouraged, Yamato acknowledges that meeting Mei made him realize how deeply lonely he truly felt. Later, Kai encounters Megumi at the bus stop, commending her for remaining authentic to herself despite her modeling career. However, Megumi responds sharply, leaving Kai hurt. When Momo appears, Megumi feels regret over her words and blushes as Momo hints at her feelings for Kai. Back at Mei's, the freshly baked cookies turn out delicious. Mei's mother sends Mei and Yamato outside, and Yamato thanks Mei for being there for him. The two watch the sunset together, hand in hand, as they take a stroll.

In 2027, one year after the fourth non-nuclear conflict ended, New Port City struggles with the aftermath when a self-propelled mine explodes. Amid the chaos, a military officer involved in a bribery case tied to weapons trafficking is killed. During the investigation, Daisuke Aramaki of Public Security Section encounters Motoko Kusanagi, a highly skilled cyborg hacker serving the military's secretive 501st Unit. Batou, known for his vigilant "sleepless eye," suspects Kusanagi's involvement in the explosion. Detective Togusa of the Niihama Prefectural Police investigates both the officer's murder and a sex worker's killing. Meanwhile, Kurutsu, head of the 501st Secret Unit, closely monitors Motoko along with other cyborg agents in the unit.

The quest to locate the eight sacred gems presses forward as Sousuke and Shino pursue the remaining individuals who hold them. Meanwhile, the Imperial Church operates covertly from the shadows, and an enigmatic woman sets a malevolent scheme in motion aimed at those who possess the gems. As the past of the gems comes to light, it also clarifies the mystery surrounding Sousuke’s counterpart, Ao. Ao reappears with a private motive that directly connects to Sousuke and his gem.

Three months after the catastrophic Lunar Attack that nearly destroyed the planet, Hibiki Tachibana, Tsubasa Kazanari, and Chris Yukine continue their battle against the mysterious alien threat known as the Noise, using their advanced Symphogear armor. Following a defense of an American convoy from a Noise assault, Hibiki and Chris hurry to the Queens of Music concert hall to watch Tsubasa perform. Meanwhile, Tsubasa and the international sensation Maria Cadenzavna Eve put on a spectacular show broadcast worldwide. As the concert nears its end, a group of Noise appears, causing widespread panic. In the chaos, Maria, revealed as the heir to Chris’ former master, Finé, declares war on humanity. Her allies, Kirika Akatsuki and Shirabe Tsukuyomi, also reveal their own Symphogear abilities. After a brief clash with Tsubasa and her team, they vanish, leaving the trio puzzled about their motives.

Attack on Titan: Chibi Theater - Fly, Cadets, Fly! is a set of Flash-animated comedy shorts included with the Blu-ray Disc and DVD releases. Depicting the characters in chibi style, this collection of nine episodes delivers a playful and humorous interpretation of the Shingeki no Kyojin world. It recreates several iconic scenes and dialogue from the main series with a comedic spin. The episodes center on the everyday training routines of the 104th Trainee Corps as they ready themselves to battle the Titans and rescue humanity.

In "Senyuu. 2," a rift in reality releases hordes of monsters, heralding the imminent return of the demon lord Rukimedes. Amid this crisis, the disciplined hero Alba Frühling and the sadistic warrior Ross continue their unpredictable adventures. Ross, trapped in a dimensional limbo due to Januar Ein's magic, unexpectedly discovers the slumbering demon lord in a cell. Meanwhile, Alba remains imprisoned and unable to act directly, observing from a distance as Ross wreaks havoc. Despite their separation, the pair strives to prevent Rukimedes' resurrection. However, a specter from Ross's past emerges, threatening their mission.

In the second semester, the current members of Genshiken aim to recruit new members. Three newcomers are attracted by Ogiue's BL artwork and join the club. Although she welcomes their presence, Ogiue frets that the club is becoming overly focused on yaoi and losing its original purpose.

In "Day Break Illusion," Akari Taiyou, a young aspiring fortune teller living with her aunt, uncle, and cousin Fuyuna, seeks to follow in the footsteps of her late mother. After a dream in which she confronts a monstrous plant and defeats it with a stronger version of herself, Akari awakens to discover that Fuyuna, once known to her, has seemingly been erased from her family's memory. When she encounters another Daemonia—humans possessed by dark forces—she is rescued by Ginka Shirokane, Seira Hoshikawa, and Luna Tsukuyomi, members of the Sefiro Fiore organization. This group wields Elemental Tarot powers to combat these malevolent beings. Realizing her own abilities as a magical girl and inheriting her mother's power through The Sun card, Akari faces the moral dilemma of choosing whether to restore the humanity of the possessed or to destroy them to protect the world. As she navigates this difficult path, tensions within Sefiro Fiore escalate, as they confront both internal and external threats that challenge the integrity of their mission.

Modern military operations rely on command, control, and communication—the principles behind Stella Women's Academy's C³ Club, which focuses on airsoft. Due to its niche nature, recruiting new members has been difficult for the club, but the existing members remain hopeful they can find a skilled marksman among the freshmen. Yura Yamato, a shy newcomer who struggles with socializing, discovers that her roommate, Sonora Kashima, owns an impressive collection of military memorabilia and films, including a replica Desert Eagle. When a C³ Club member spots Yura reenacting scenes from an action movie, she is invited to try a practice match. Though she ends up on the losing side, Yura becomes captivated by the thrill of the game. Sonora, the C³ Club president, invites Yura to join after she returns home. With Sonora's encouragement, one more match convinces Yura to officially become a member. Through her new teammates, Yura uncovers a hidden side of her personality and an unexpected passion for airsoft. But as her enthusiasm for the game grows, it begins to consume her life, setting her on a journey of profound change and achievement—one that risks her personal well-being.

When a friend asks Natsuki which high school club she plans to join, she jokes about the "Go-Home Club," meaning she intends to skip club activities entirely. To her shock, this club actually exists at her school, and her offhand comment is taken as a serious application. Before she can correct the misunderstanding, she becomes one of two new members of the Go-Home Club, a peculiar group of girls. The club is made up of members with unusual hobbies, including a fan of bear-wrestling and an extremely wealthy student. This leaves Natsuki curious about what the Go-Home Club actually does.

In "Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened," the original home of the Genesect has vanished. Though the snowy mountains where these Paleozoic Pokémon once lived have become uninhabitable after 300 million years, a few surviving Genesect search for new territory. Led by a Shiny Genesect and accompanied by the legendary Pokémon Mewtwo, they arrive at New Tork City, mistaking its skyscrapers for their former habitat. The Genesect take over the city center, disrupting local Pokémon and endangering human lives. The situation escalates when the Genesect leader challenges Mewtwo to a fast-paced, strategic battle that could devastate the entire city. It falls to Satoshi and his companions to save New Tork City and restore peace between the clashing Pokémon.

An anime adaptation of Shuichi Asou's Saiki Kusuo no Ψ-nan manga, this series follows a male high school student named Kusuo Saiki. He is gifted with psychic abilities that bring about troublesome occurrences in his daily routine. This short series was made available only via the Jump LIVE (ジャンプLIVE) mobile application.

Episodes 14 and 15, released with the first and third BD/DVD volumes.

After their defeat against Suzuridani Academy, the Keishin Academy girls' basketball team—Tomoka Minato, Maho Misawa, Airi Kashii, Hinata Hakamada, and Saki Nagatsuka—along with their coach Subaru Hasegawa, focus on improving their basketball abilities. In their pursuit of growth, they face strong new opponents and helpful friends who may be more skilled than them.

Limited edition episodes included with pre-orders for the 13th and 18th light novel volumes.

Toaru Kagaku no Railgun S specials that were released on the 1st and 5th Blu-ray and DVD volumes.

Second season of Teekyuu. Teekyuu is based on a sports comedy manga of the same name featuring four high school girls who belong to a tennis club. The amount of tennis they actually play is questionable.

Kanon spin-off OVA bundled with vol. 22 of the Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai manga.

In "Hakuoki ~Demon of the Fleeting Blossom~ Wild Dance of Kyoto," young Chizuru Yukimura, disguised as a boy, leaves her peaceful home to journey to Kyoto in search of her absent father, Dr. Koudou. Upon arrival, she faces the perilous nature of the city when she encounters two ronin who assault her. Before she can react, these attackers are slain by a mysterious samurai with white hair and red eyes, only to be subsequently defeated by three members of the Shinsengumi, a specialized police unit loyal to the shogun. Following the confrontation, Chizuru is detained by the Shinsengumi for interrogation. Once they discover that her father is the very person they seek, the commander permits her to remain under their guardianship while they continue their investigation. As Chizuru assists second-in-command Toshizou Hijikata, she begins to unravel the complex ties between the political unrest in Kyoto, the enigmatic white-haired samurai, and her own circumstances.

A previously unaired episode of Little Busters! was made available to fans who purchased all nine BD/DVD volumes of the anime series. This installment centers on the story titled "Mask the Saitou."

Uzume Uno, a former champion of a trading card game tournament and a young student, receives a special device containing five powerful Fantasista Dolls. These dolls are intelligent virtual beings that live inside cards and are now under the control of their new master, Uzume.

This special animated feature starring Index-tan is included with the Blu-ray special edition of the movie "Toaru Majutsu no Index: Endymion no Kiseki."

Third season of Recorder to Randoseru.

Included with the eighth volume of the Seitokai Series spinoff novel, this OVA takes place on Valentine's Day and follows the second season's heroines as they deal with the awkwardness of giving gifts to the protagonist, Sugisaki Ken.

Fuu and her companions start a fresh school year in the continuation of the Tamayura: Hitotose tale, encountering various obstacles. One key challenge is Fuu's attempt to establish a photography club at her academy.