Summer 2019 Anime

In Dr. Stone, high schooler Taiju Ooki spends five years holding back his feelings until he finally decides to confess to Yuzuriha Ogawa. Just as he is about to speak, a mysterious green light engulfs the Earth, instantly turning every human into stone. Thousands of years later, Taiju awakens to a world where nature has reclaimed everything and humanity lies petrified. He soon finds another survivor: his scientifically minded friend Senkuu, who has been conscious for months. Senkuu outlines a plan to restore civilization through the power of science. Combining Taiju's physical might with Senkuu's intellect, the duo forms a powerful team and devises a method to revive the petrified. As they advance, Senkuu's strategies encounter resistance from newly awakened individuals who doubt his approach, while the true cause of the global petrification remains a mystery.

In Vinland Saga, the young Thorfinn is raised on stories told by veterans of the legendary Vinland, a lush and wealthy land far from the harsh, frozen Icelandic village of his birth. Contrary to these idyllic visions, Thorfinn's reality is that of a mercenary, with violence as his constant shadow. His father once taught him, "You have no enemies. Nobody does. There is no one it is acceptable to harm," but as Thorfinn matures, he struggles to reconcile this philosophy with the brutal world he inhabits. As tensions between England and the Danes escalate annually, death becomes commonplace. Viking warriors revel in combat, driven by the desire for glory and gold, knowing their allegiance can swing the tide of battle. Amidst this turmoil, Thorfinn is consumed by a singular quest: to exact revenge on Askeladd, the killer of his father. For these Vikings, it appears that the only true paradise exists within this perpetual era of war and bloodshed.

In a world where Spontaneous Human Combustion has become a grim reality, ordinary citizens can suddenly transform into raging, flaming creatures known as Infernals. These initial victims represent the first cases of Human Combustion, whereas later generations, called pyrokinetics, possess the ability to control their flames without losing their humanity. To combat this threat and uncover its origins, the Tokyo Armed Forces, the Fire Defense Agency, and the Holy Church of Sol established the Special Fire Force. Shinra Kusakabe, a gifted third-generation pyrokinetic nicknamed Devil's Footprints for his power to ignite his feet, enthusiastically joins the lively Special Fire Force Company 8. Committed to the unit's mission of halting rampaging Infernals and laying their souls to rest, Shinra aspires to become a hero who rescues people from fiery peril. However, the truth diverges sharply from the heroic tale Shinra envisioned. The Special Fire Force is rife with internal strife and discord among its brigades, while reports of bizarre Infernal sightings surge throughout Tokyo. Furthermore, a clandestine organization claims to hold knowledge regarding the fatal fire that consumed Shinra's family twelve years ago. Confronting challenges both within and beyond the Fire Force, Shinra battles to reveal the truths concealed behind the burning mysteries that have always eluded him.

In a Tokyo drenched by relentless rain, Hodaka Morishima, a runaway high school student, fights to survive while working at a small publishing company. Hina Amano, an orphan striving to support her younger sibling, is also searching for employment. Their lives intersect when Hodaka saves Hina from a group of menacing men, and the two flee together. Hodaka soon discovers that Hina holds a unique power: through prayer, she can summon sunshine. Observing Tokyo's peculiar weather, Hodaka sees an opportunity and proposes that Hina become a "sunshine girl," using her ability to bring light to people during difficult times. While their circumstances initially improve, they soon realize that wielding such power carries severe consequences.

In the bustling city of Orario, adventurers routinely venture into the perilous Dungeon filled with monsters. Bell Cranel, a timid but brave member of the Hestia Familia, stands out among them. Guided by his demihuman companion Liliruca Arde and the talented blacksmith Welf Crozzo, Bell gains the moniker Little Rookie and swiftly rises as Orario's most renowned adventurer, braving the Dungeon's hazardous depths. "Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? II" continues Bell's journey to bring glory to his goddess and protect his loved ones. As tales of his feats circulate, various familias and gods across Orario begin to take notice, seeking to pull him into their own schemes.

In "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! - Legend of Crimson," the Crimson Demons, the clan of Megumin and Yunyun, strike fear into the Demon Lord's army for a very specific reason. Their command of high-level, overwhelmingly powerful magic makes them nearly invulnerable to any assaults launched by the Demon Lord's generals. When a letter arrives suggesting a looming crisis in her hometown, Yunyun immediately alerts Kazuma Satou and the rest of the group. A series of comedic misunderstandings soon reveals the message was actually a trick orchestrated by an aspiring author among the demons. Nevertheless, Megumin grows uneasy regarding her family and decides to return to the Crimson Demons' village along with the others. As they explore the sights of Megumin's home, the party begins to suspect that the seemingly minor warning they received might have held some truth after all.

In Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest, the ordinary life of Hajime Nagumo, a standard 17-year-old otaku, is upended when he and his classmates are abruptly summoned to a fantasy realm to safeguard humanity. While his peers are gifted with formidable abilities, Hajime is mocked for his transmutation skill, which appears devoid of offensive potential. During a pivotal mission inside the Great Orcus Labyrinth, a deceitful classmate shoves him into a bottomless chasm. After surviving the plunge, Hajime confronts a myriad of lethal monsters and perils in his struggle for survival. Driven by the resolve to escape and return home, he joins forces with Yue, a captive vampire who shares his objectives. Gathering further allies along the way, Hajime wages war through the labyrinth, gradually evolving from a powerless outcast into the world's most powerful adventurer.

Clutching his Gibson guitar, Mafuyu Satou departs his gloomy apartment to begin another school day. While dozing in the quiet gymnasium stairwell, he encounters classmate Ritsuka Uenoyama, who reprimands him for neglecting the instrument, allowing the strings to rust and snap. Recognizing Uenoyama's proficiency, Satou requests that he repair the guitar and provide lessons. Uenoyama eventually consents and invites Satou to a jam session with his other bandmates: bassist Haruki Nakayama and drummer Akihiko Kaji. Struck by Satou's mesmerizing voice, Uenoyama persuades him to become the group's lead vocalist. Though initially reluctant, Satou accepts the position following a moving discussion with an old acquaintance. Supported by his new friends, Satou must learn to master the guitar while uncovering the enigmatic reasons behind why he possesses the instrument.

At an all-girls academy where she is groomed to become a refined lady, Isabella York regards her life as nothing short of imprisonment and misery. Her family's decision to hire Violet Evergarden as a private tutor, disguised as a maid, stems from her poor academic standing. At first, Isabella treats Violet with cold indifference, viewing her as an effortlessly perfect stranger. However, as they spend more time together, Isabella discovers that Violet has endured her own harrowing trials, shifting her perspective. Isabella eventually confides in Violet about losing contact with her beloved younger sister, Taylor Bartlett, and reveals her deep longing to reconnect. Drawing on her own past experiences regarding the profound power of letters, Violet suggests that Isabella compose a message to Taylor. Can Violet assist Isabella in conveying the intense emotions she holds for her estranged sibling?

In a meal with her best friend, Ayaka Uehara, high schooler Hibiki Sakura is playfully mocked for gaining weight. Despite her failed attempts at exercising alone, Hibiki joins the recently established Silverman Gym. There, she encounters Akemi Souryuuin, the school's beloved idol and student council president. Hibiki learns that the gym attracts top-tier bodybuilders, and Akemi is revealed to be a fervent enthusiast of muscle building. Though initially deterred, Hibiki is persuaded by the trainer, Naruzou Machio, to stay and become a member. This spontaneous choice sets her on a challenging path towards her fitness goals.

Norimoto Izumi and Onodera Kazusa grew up like siblings, but as puberty hit in middle school, Kazusa's feelings shifted and she began pulling away from her peers. Entering high school, she distanced herself from Izumi to cope with her social isolation and joined the literature club, where she found comfort among like-minded members known for reading explicit passages from books—a reputation so daunting that no teacher would serve as their advisor. A conversation about bucket lists sparks an obsession among the club's five members, especially around the topic of sex, which becomes all-consuming. For Kazusa, things intensify when she accidentally sees Izumi in a private moment, forcing her to confront her lingering feelings for him. As their emotions surge and the club teeters on the edge of collapse, the girls must struggle to preserve both their mental stability and their bond.

During a mundane routine school day, high schooler Taichi Nishimura and his childhood companion Rin Azuma are suddenly enveloped by a dazzling light, transporting them to a realm brimming with fantastical creatures and magic. Upon arrival, they narrowly escape a perilous confrontation with a beast but are rescued by a band of seasoned adventurers. The adventurers caution that without training or abilities, Taichi and Rin are at risk from the escalating monster attacks and recommend they go to the Guild for a magical aptitude test and registration as adventurers. Surprisingly, their evaluations reveal capabilities surpassing those of conventional mages, instantly transforming them into powerful cheat magicians. As they navigate this new world and master their formidable powers, the duo also searches for a means to return home while uncovering the mystery behind their abrupt transition. Along their quest, however, unseen dangers and unforeseen challenges persistently arise.

In "Teasing Master Takagi-san 2," even after all the time Nishikata has spent with Takagi, he still cannot come up with a successful strategy to counter her relentless teasing. Whether through mental games, physical trials, or tests of bravery, every attempt to expose her weaknesses ends in failure. In fact, his increasingly desperate tactics often reveal his own shortcomings, which Takagi cleverly exploits to intensify her teasing. Adding to the situation, their frequent interactions may be fueling rumors among their classmates about a possible romance. Nevertheless, the undeterred Nishikata believes that patience and continued exposure to her endless teasing will eventually lead to success, bringing about the long-awaited moment of triumph. With this optimism, he persists in his quest to achieve the seemingly impossible: outsmarting Takagi and making her blush in embarrassment.

Keiki Kiryuu, like many teenage boys his age, longs for a girlfriend. That wish appears to become reality when he discovers a love letter and a pair of white panties left by an anonymous admirer, whom he dubs Cinderella. Keiki sets out to find out who his secret admirer is, considering several possibilities: his senpai Sayuki Tokihara, his kohai Yuika Koga, and his classmate Mao Nanjou. Yet as he digs deeper into the mystery, Keiki learns that each girl is hiding an unusual fetish behind their outwardly innocent appearances.

In 2063, space travel is commonplace and commercially viable. Aries Spring, an upbeat participant, heads to the spaceport for a camp on the remote planet McPa, only to have her purse stolen by a careless thief. Kanata Hoshijima, one of the athletic teens joining her on the excursion as part of team B-5, swiftly recovers it. Upon arriving at their campsite, the group experiences a sudden twist when a mysterious sphere of dark energy sucks them into deep space. Now stranded with slim chances of survival, they find an abandoned vessel that could be their ticket home. However, they soon discover they are thousands of light-years away from where they started. Confronting this harsh truth, the nine stranded individuals must meticulously conserve their supplies, maintain their stamina, and collaborate to navigate the dangers of space. Despite the unknown cause of their predicament, they embark on a treacherous voyage back home aboard their newly acquired ship, the Astra.

Many teenage gamers would find it highly unlikely and awkward to join forces with their own mother in an online game. Yet for Masato Oosuki, this becomes his reality. After finishing what appears to be a simple questionnaire, he finds himself transported into a fantasy MMORPG, where his mother Mamako is also present. Adding to the strangeness, Mamako reveals herself as an exceptionally skilled swordswoman capable of unleashing devastating two-hit multi-target attacks. Despite some initial awkwardness, Masato and Mamako begin searching for allies and meet the trader Porta and the wise sage Wise, as they set out on their journey to advance through the game.

A lazy first-year student at Tanenashi High School is looking for a club that requires little effort at the start of the new semester. He stumbles across the magic club, where a female senior is practicing spells but frequently messes up due to nervousness when performing. Despite her lack of skill, the freshman ends up joining the club and gets caught in a series of awkward situations with his unusual mentor.

In the year 2027, Kyoto is a city overflowing with cutting-edge technology. Within this world live two high school students: Naomi Katagaki, a shy and socially awkward boy, and Ruri Ichigyou, a girl known for her cold and sarcastic demeanor. Despite both sharing a passion for books, Naomi struggles to connect with Ruri due her off-putting personality. One day while out for a walk, Naomi glimpses a fleeting red aurora in the sky. Soon after, he encounters a strange three-legged crow and a cloaked stranger who reveals himself to be a future version of Naomi from ten years later. This future Naomi warns that a terrible incident will befall Ruri once she and the present-day Naomi begin dating. Though skeptical at first, Naomi decides to heed his older self's advice and works to build a closer relationship with Ruri, hoping to change her fate. Can Naomi succeed in rewriting the future that awaits them?

In "Demon Lord, Retry!," Akira Oono, a regular office worker, has managed the MMORPG Infinity Game for fifteen years. On the night he plans to shut down the game's servers, he suddenly finds himself in the body of Hakuto Kunai, the game's elderly Demon Lord, at midnight. After his unexpected arrival, he sees the demon Greole chasing a young girl named Aku. Hakuto easily defeats Greole but is disturbed, having no memory of creating either Aku or the demon. Questioning whether he truly exists within the world he made, he embarks on a journey to find the truth behind his summoning, with Aku as his companion and guide. Together, they explore the fantastical realm, leaving chaos and destruction in their path.

OVA 1: While going about his daily routine, Rimuru comes to the realization that Tempest lacks any form of entertainment for recreation. He proposes sumo wrestling as a way for everyone to enjoy themselves together, and his companions eagerly embrace the idea. This leads to Tempest's very first sumo tournament, where all participants compete with great fervor in pursuit of the top prize! Heated matches erupt not just among Benimaru and the other men, but also between the women like Shuna and Shion, and even Rimuru himself ends up stepping into the ring! OVA 2: On a particular day, Shuna and Shion are once again squabbling over Rimuru's squishy slime body as they always do. Rimuru thinks that providing each of them with a body double of himself might resolve the dispute, but when he considers that some of his other friends might request the same treatment, he quickly abandons that notion. Instead, he hits upon the idea of crafting a cushion shaped like his slime form. He makes his way around Tempest asking his friends if they know of any suitable materials, and he discovers that a unique type of sand found along a lakeshore in the forest is precisely what he needs. So he heads out to gather some sand... but a monster lies in wait for him by the lake! To make matters worse, Milim catches wind of his picnic plans and comes swooping down from the sky! OVA 3-5: Rimuru, now serving as a teacher at the Freedom Academy in the Kingdom of Ingrassia, finds himself participating in the school's outdoor training event alongside his class. This annual competition tasks the students of each class with escorting their teachers on a journey to a neighboring town. Rimuru is assigned to Class A, while his own students from Class S accompany the young Tiss-sensei. All the pupils are excited to demonstrate the results of their daily training, but the situation takes a sudden turn when they come under attack by bandits! Note: Bundled with the limited edition of the 12th-16th manga volumes.

In Academy City, a hub of advanced science and technology, espers with extraordinary powers that defy natural laws have emerged. Among these espers, the Level 5s stand out, with Accelerator being the strongest—even after sustaining a critical brain injury. Despite his aloof demeanor, Accelerator is fiercely protective of Last Order, a young girl he closely guards. As Accelerator works on recovering from his injury, the city’s darker elements continue to stir, pulling him into a new conflict against his will. A secretive young woman seeking Last Order draws Accelerator into a confrontation with a covert, poisonous organization that has penetrated Anti-Skill, Academy City’s law enforcement unit. With various perilous groups threatening Last Order and her siblings, the self-styled villain prepares once again to confront the shadows.

In "If It's for My Daughter, I'd Even Defeat a Demon Lord," Dale Reki, an eighteen-year-old adventurer regarded as one of Kreuz's top fighters, encounters Latina, a young devil girl wandering the woods. She wears tattered clothes and has a broken horn, which marks her as a criminal in devil society. Worried about her safety, Dale takes her in and eventually adopts her. Latina turns out to be a charming, innocent, and empathetic child, capturing Dale's heart far more than he anticipated. As he takes on fatherhood, he must handle the challenges of raising a daughter while still fulfilling his duties as an adventurer. Even after settling into a routine of work and parenting, the mystery of Latina's past remains unresolved. Questions linger about why she was alone in the forest and the reason behind her branded status. Meanwhile, Latina begins to explore the world and her own identity as she adapts to her new life with Dale.

In "One Piece: Stampede," Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates arrive at the Thousand Sunny to attend the grandest pirate celebration known as the Pirates Festival. The event, orchestrated by Buena Festa, draws in leaders of the Worst Generation and even attracts Shichibukai and Marines, all enticed by the hidden treasures and secrets lurking beneath the festivities. The goal is straightforward: find one of the legendary treasures left behind by Gol D. Roger. As the rivalry heats up, fierce clashes break out among the competing pirate crews. But the competition takes an unexpected turn with the sudden appearance of an unforeseen pirate, throwing everything into chaos.

In the corporate-driven setting of Kengan Ashura, major business decisions are resolved through combat between hired fighters instead of standard negotiations. This shounen manga by Yabako Sandrovich presents a violent, action-heavy world where, ever since the Edo period, skilled warriors have settled disputes for wealthy companies and moguls. Ouma Tokita, known by the nickname "The Ashura," is a fighter striving to become the strongest champion. After being recruited by Hideki Nogi, he allies with the Nogi Group, and the ordinary middle-aged man Kazuo Yamashita takes on the role of his manager. Together, they face fierce tournaments run by the Kengan Association, encountering powerful rivals driven by similar goals. Will they manage to achieve the highest level of their profession?

After having a mysterious dream about a hidden ancestor, high schooler Yuuko Yoshida awakens to discover demonic horns and a tail on herself. Confused and shocked, her mother reveals a secret family truth: the Yoshida family, belonging to the Dark Clan, lost their powers and were cursed to poverty by the Light Clan's magical girls. To break this curse on her bloodline, Yuuko must find a magical girl, kill her, and use her blood to consecrate a statue of her demonic ancestor. Luck seems to favor the would-be "Shadow Mistress Yuuko" when a magical girl saves her from being hit by a truck. That magical girl turns out to be Momo Chiyoda, a classmate at Sakuragaoka High, who is overwhelmingly stronger and tougher than Yuuko. Nevertheless, Momo feels pity for her feeble opponent and decides to train Yuuko, helping her uncover her latent abilities. Now Yuuko must grow stronger and compete against her kind yet rival-like friend to free her family from their impoverished condition.

After a disastrous school trip, Homare Onishima, Shion Kujou, Asuka Suzumori, and Mutsu Amatani find themselves stranded on a deserted island. While Shion, Asuka, and Mutsu panic and despair, Homare stays remarkably composed. Her upbringing included extensive survival training with her father around the world, giving her the skills to handle such a situation with ease—from scaling cliffs to setting traps and building shelters. Homare's experiences have prepared her well for surviving on an uninhabited island where rescue seems unlikely. The real challenge, however, is managing her three anxious companions. As Homare teaches them survival techniques, including consuming fish blood and cicadas, the girls begin to see their predicament differently, realizing that being stranded may not be as terrible as they first thought.

Ten years after his defeat in the Fourth Holy Grail War, Waver Velvet—now bearing the title Lord El-Melloi II—assumes a position as an instructor at the prestigious Clock Tower, an institution dedicated to mage training. In this new role, he is bound to obey Reines, the younger sibling of the late Kayneth El-Melloi, until she reaches maturity and can take control of the El-Melloi household. Accompanied by his enigmatic apprentice Gray, Waver tackles a series of tasks assigned by both Reines and the Mage Association. Each case unfolds with increasingly intricate mysteries, gradually exposing the hidden facets of the Clock Tower and the closely guarded secrets held by Reines.

After the Patrian civil war, the outnumbered Northern forces created hybrid soldiers known as Incarnates, blending human and beast traits to counter the Southern army's superiority. These Incarnates, possessing godlike strength, turned the tide of battles. However, prolonged warfare led to unresolved conflicts within the beasts inside these warriors. Following the war, reports increased of Incarnates suffering from psychological scars of combat. Special Sergeant Major Hank Henriette, once the captain of the Incarnates, now operates as a Beast Hunter, tasked with eliminating those Incarnates who have succumbed to their inner demons. Nancy Schaal Bancroft, driven by her desire to avenge her father—a former Incarnate soldier slain by a Beast Hunter—sets out to track down the individual responsible for his death. After a fateful encounter with the Beast Hunter, Nancy shifts her focus to unraveling the truth about her father's fate and the controversial role of Incarnates in society.

Iride Akatsuki discovers a hidden segment within the video game 'Nakanohito Genome,' only to find that it is actually a real-world trial. Kidnapped and taken to a strange location, he meets other players who are experts in various gaming genres such as farming, combat, and puzzles. After completing the first stage, they are assembled by an odd instructor with a llama-like head, who explains the game's rules. Can this team of gamers survive the challenges and return to their everyday lives?

In the days leading up to her entrance ceremony at Sainotama Girls' High School, Akane Kikuchi reflects on her childhood ambition of becoming a manga artist and feels disheartened by her lack of progress. At the ceremony, she learns that she will once again be in the same class as her two closest friends: the reserved Shiori Saginomiya and the lively, eccentric Nozomu Tanaka. Tanaka soon realizes that attending an all-girls high school crushes her hopes of becoming popular with boys and finding a boyfriend. Desperate to change this, Tanaka starts asking her classmates to introduce her to male friends. However, her classmates are far from ordinary. They range from a loli who adores her grandmother to a reclusive chuunibyou and an overly analytical stalker, each earning a unique nickname from Tanaka that highlights their quirks. And so, the idle days of these high school girls begin, each starting with Tanaka's trademark question: "Hey, want to hear something incredible?"

Fifteen years ago, a hyperspace gate opened in the Pacific Ocean, linking Earth to a mysterious realm of fairies and monsters. Over two million of these beings now live in San-Teresa, bringing problems like drug abuse, prostitution, and human trafficking. To handle rising crime, a special unit was formed in the San-Teresa Metropolitan Police. Kei Matoba, a former JSDF soldier and one of the force's top officers, often breaks the rules. His world goes dark when his longtime partner, Rick Fury, dies during a fairy trafficking case, pushing Kei toward revenge. To help with the investigation, Kei is paired with Tilarna Exedilika, a noble from the Farbani Kingdom and a Knight of Mirvor, sent to rescue a kidnapped noble fairy. Despite Kei's bias against non-human species, he reluctantly works with Tilarna under pressure from his bosses. Together, they must set aside their differences to bring back the missing fairy and get justice for Kei's lost partner.

The staff of the Spirits and Such Consultation Office—Arataka Reigen, Shigeo "Mob" Kageyama, Ritsu Kageyama, Katsuya Serizawa, and the spirit Ekubo—travel to Zebra Prefecture for a relaxing hot spring retreat at Ibogami Hot Springs, arranged by the owner who also asks Reigen to investigate local reports of supernatural phenomena. On the train, an exhausted Reigen and Serizawa fall asleep and awaken in a strange, otherworldly dimension. Disoriented and puzzled by their sudden relocation, Reigen and Serizawa must work together to find a way back to their original world before their much-needed break is ruined.

In the second installment, Wei Wuxian continues to pose as a chaotic member of the Lanling Jin Clan while residing at Cloud Recesses. His former ally, Lan Wangji, investigates a malevolent severed arm they have obtained. The arm exudes a powerful and sinister aura, forcing the two to join forces in controlling its influence. However, this demonic limb is not the only threat in the region. As spiritual disturbances escalate within the Gusu Lan Clan’s mountain territory, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji must work to restore balance. The narrative also reveals more details about Wei Wuxian’s downfall, shedding light on his descent into forbidden demonic practices. The presence of the demonic arm exacerbates his volatile nature. Wei Wuxian now faces the challenge of proving that he has truly abandoned his wicked ways and is not the deranged sorcerer others still suspect him to be.

In the coastal city of Libra, Detective Sonia Summers is assigned to a new post on the outskirts after clashing with her superiors. The city is divided into two zones: "the Upper," marked by wealth and political power, and "the Outside," where crime, corruption, and strange incidents involving monsters and youkai are rampant. As Sonia investigates each case, she becomes drawn into mysteries connected to these supernatural beings. She encounters three humanoid youkai—Bem, Bela, and Belo—who work to protect humans and fight the malevolent youkai threatening them. These Youkai-Ningen, living among humans while keeping their human-like forms, are rejected by both their own kind and humans when their true identities are exposed. Despite the challenges, Bem, Bela, and Belo continue to live in secret among humans, driven by their hope of one day becoming fully human.

In the year 2010 AD, Romani Archaman is assigned to Chaldea, where he serves as the main doctor for a young girl. Mash Kyrielight, the second successful summoning experiment at Chaldea, becomes curious about the word "Senpai." Through their exchanges, Mash discovers a new feeling of hope. This hope begins to expand and spread outward like ripples in water. This is the story of an ordinary "someone," a narrative that takes place at the start of a journey that determines the future.

In a land divided into two realms, humans dwelled safely within the Inside, while the Outside was inhabited by monstrous beings whose touch could curse a person for eternity. One day, a young girl named Shiva from the Inside wanders into this world and meets Teacher, a demon-like creature living on the Outside. Despite their vastly different origins, Shiva and Teacher form an unlikely bond, living quietly together in the forest. Their relationship thrives in the uncertain space between light and darkness, weaving a tale of two solitary beings—one human, one not—finding comfort in each other's presence.

In "Ni no Kuni," Yuu, Haru, and Kotona are living a peaceful high school life until a mysterious person attacks and stabs Kotona, an event Yuu and Haru are unable to stop. After rushing the injured Kotona to the hospital, they narrowly avoid being hit by a truck and are inexplicably transported to a fantastical kingdom inhabited by various beings and mythical creatures. Surprisingly, Yuu, who was previously confined to a wheelchair, can now walk freely. However, they must set aside their amazement because Kotona is missing. Determined to find their friend, Yuu and Haru seek assistance at a nearby tavern. Upon seeing a portrait of the kingdom’s princess, Asha, they experience a startling revelation. "Ni no Kuni" follows an incredible adventure through a world of magic, exploring the unique connection between two similar yet distinct realms and how this link is reflected in the relationships between its characters.

In ancient times, magic flourished and brought great benefits to humanity until it became a weapon of war. Seven powerful mages then sacrificed themselves to seal away all magic, restoring peace. One thousand years later, the seal known as Magiaconatus governs Granbelm, a monthly contest designed to select the one worthy of becoming Princeps, the world's only true mage. During a full moon night, high school student Mangetsu Kohinata is inexplicably transported to an illusory realm where six mages are competing in Granbelm. Mistaken for a hostile mage, Mangetsu is attacked by two competitors until she is rescued by Shingetsu Ernesta Fukami and her partner, Armanox Viola Katze. When Shingetsu is ambushed while protecting Mangetsu, Magiaconatus grants Mangetsu the power of Armanox White Lily, enabling her to defend against Shingetsu's attackers. Confused yet resolute, Mangetsu decides to assist her new ally in Granbelm to support her dreams.

At Yumenosaki Academy, a school dedicated to training the finest male idols, the student council enforces outdated traditions with strict control over the institution. Transfer student Anju becomes the first member of the production course and the only girl at the school. There, she meets her classmates Subaru Akehoshi, Hokuto Hidaka, Mao Isara, and Makoto Yuuki, who form the idol group Trickstar. The school hosts the Dream Idol Festival, a competitive stage event for singing and dancing where the audience determines the winner. Victories in these events grant idol groups significant privileges and status. However, when the student council harshly penalizes unauthorized Dream Idol Festivals, Trickstar decides they can no longer endure this oppression. With Anju as their producer, they plot a revolution at the school.

Cannon Busters chronicles the journey of S.A.M., a high-ranking royal-class friendship droid, who teams up with an eccentric abandoned maintenance robot and a reckless dangerous fugitive. This mismatched group embarks on an extraordinary adventure across a world that is both perilous and magical, in search of S.A.M.'s closest companion—the heir to a powerful kingdom that is currently under attack.

In Symphogear XV, humanity faces the Custodians, an ancient intelligent race believed to have caused the diversification of human languages thousands of years ago. The Symphogear users—Hibiki Tachibana, Tsubasa Kazanari, Chris Yukine, Maria Cadenzavna Eve, Kirika Akatsuki, and Shirabe Tsukuyomi—are assigned to retrieve a crucial artifact located in Antarctica. They successfully obtain the item and rescue scientists threatened by a Coffin, an automated guardian of the relic. After the mission, the artifact is transferred to American research facilities according to international agreements. Meanwhile, remnants of the disbanded Bavarian Illuminati, now operating as the criminal group Noble Red, pursue the recovered artifact. Can the Symphogear wielders and their allied team, S.O.N.G., prevent the sinister plans of those opposing them?

In "The Legend of Hei," Luo Xiaohei, a young monster who typically looks like a small black cat, is forced to leave his forest home due to human expansion and deforestation. Wandering the city, he meets Feng Xi, another monster who leads him to a hidden island where a close community of creatures lives. Just as Xiaohei begins to feel comfortable, Wuxian, a human Guild Executor, arrives to hunt Feng Xi. When Feng Xi and his group escape using teleportation, Xiaohei is left behind with Wuxian. Though reluctant to help the hunter of his newfound friends, Xiaohei ends up traveling with Wuxian toward the Guild. This uncertain journey gives Xiaohei a fresh perspective on the changing relationship between humans and monsters in a world undergoing major transformation.

The third season of Ani ni Tsukeru Kusuri wa Nai continues. Shi Miao remains trapped with her careless older brother Shi Fen, who lives in constant dread of his younger sister's explosive temper. As the two siblings carry on with their easygoing high school lives together with their friends and classmates, they come to understand that there really is no remedy for family. Note: Airing dates reflect the original broadcast and premiere dates in China, where the series aired before its Japanese release.

This movie presents a restructured version of the Free! Dive to the Future television anime series, including a brand-new episode.

Scientists use a fossil from the Mythical Pokémon Mew to create Mewtwo, a Legendary Pokémon intended to be an immensely powerful weapon surpassing natural boundaries. After gaining self-awareness, Mewtwo becomes disillusioned with its origins and decides to seek revenge on its human creators. Satoshi, Pikachu, and their companions get caught up in the resulting chaos. With the future of the Pokémon world at stake, the group must confront Mewtwo's hostility as the creature struggles to find its own purpose.

Yua Nakabeni and Ren Aikawa are both nervous as they get ready for a cosplay photoshoot with an illustrator. Their classmate and friend, Homi Moegi, arranges a practice shoot to calm their nerves. After several solo posing attempts leave Yua and Ren still tense, Homi suggests they pose as a pair, thinking it might help them relax. What starts with a series of cute poses slowly turns into a striking set of images featuring their legs in black stockings, stacked one atop the other.

In Kochoki, the feared warlord Oda Nobunaga, often called the demonic king, begins his quest to conquer Japan while still a young man. Together with his younger sibling and loyal allies, Nobunaga endures internal power struggles, betrayal, fierce battles, and the strong bonds that unite them. These hardships pave the way for their growth into formidable leaders.

In this "Is the Order a Rabbit??" OVA, Chino Kafuu arrives at Rabbit House visibly distressed. Her friends ask what is troubling her, and she reveals she has been selected to perform a solo at her class's graduation ceremony. Though they offer congratulations, Chino explains she suffers from intense stage fright and is determined to overcome it before the event. With encouragement from her friends and coaching from Rize Tedeza, can Chino conquer her fears? "Sing for You" is a heartfelt and inspiring tale centered on Chino and her fellow cafe workers.

A creaky, rusty door slowly opens, revealing a dark, rundown apartment where the masked Storyteller waits, ready to share more sinister tales for those daring enough to listen. One story follows a woman haunted by her past sins. Another revolves around a man at a terrifying art exhibition, which turns dangerous when he disobeys warnings not to take photos. More horror ensues: a woman hears strange noises from her balcony; when her boyfriend investigates, he finds something horrifying. A woman receives a desperate call from her sister, begging her to go to a phone booth, only to learn the reality is far from what she imagined. And a man searches his younger sister's room for a personal belonging, soon discovering an evil presence living there. The Storyteller delights in telling these creepy tales, determined to frighten and disturb his audience.

In a world where magic is everything, Asta—the only person unable to use magic—and the magical prodigy Yuno strive with all their might to become the Wizard King. This is a spin-off of the anime series "Black Clover," featuring an unbelievable story and an amazing cast.

There are multiple methods to score points in rugby, but a "Try"—achieved when a player grounds the ball in the opposing team's goal area while maintaining control—is the most challenging. It also yields the highest points and sets up an opportunity for a conversion kick. Riku Haruma, who played rugby in his younger years, experiences his own conversion when he observes the school's struggling team practicing on the field. Though he lacks the physical size to match powerful players like Akira Kariya, Riku possesses significantly more experience. When a small piece of advice he offers leads to immediate improvement, he realizes that what the team truly needs is guidance.

Under the protection of Athena, the warrior goddess and daughter of Zeus, are the Saints, warriors distinguished by their Sacred Cloths—divine armors meant for battle. After a long period of peace, conflict erupts again over control of these revered armors. Seiya travels to Greece for intense training and earns the Bronze Cloth, the lowest rank among the Saints. Each Saint is bound to a specific constellation; Seiya represents Pegasus. Saints from around the world gather for the Galactic War, a tournament where the winner claims a Gold Cloth and becomes the leader of the Saints. The contest begins when Phoenix, a mysterious Black Saint, audaciously steals a Gold Cloth in front of a huge crowd, driven by ambitions of world domination. Seiya and his fellow Bronze Cloth companions set out to hunt down Phoenix and his Shadow Army to recover the stolen Cloth. Thus, the fierce battles between the world's most powerful young warriors begin.

Motivated by his father’s legacy, Luca sets out on a journey to locate the chosen hero capable of wielding the Zenithian sword, with the goal of saving his mother from Ladja. This story is based on the video game Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride.

Collaboration anime between Gintama and Monster Strike.

The long-awaited HI3 anime is finally here! Have you ever wondered how your beloved Valkyries handle themselves in the kitchen, Captains? Gather around the table with the Valkyries this summer for a banquet of delicious dishes and touching moments.

The moment has finally arrived—the grand concert! Kasumi Toyama, the girl who once followed the trail of golden stars and answered the call of the Star Beat, now stands on the verge of stardom together with her bandmates Saya, Tae, Rimi, and Arisa as they prepare for a massive outdoor live show! It's an enormous venue to fill, but fortunately Poppin'Party won't be the only act taking the stage at this spectacular musical event. It's a nonstop surge of J-Pop fun as Afterglow, Pastel Palettes, Roselia, and Hello, Happy World! join the ladies of Poppin'Party on stage, and while they remain rivals vying for the spotlight, the real victors are the lucky members of the crowd!

The pursuit of the Mask presses forward as Connor remains at large. A fresh clue emerges when an ordinary bus crash spares only a single girl from injury. Her identity and connection to the case stay unclear. After Steven's death, Police Director Richard resigns. His replacement is cautious about the SSC and chooses to bring a new agent into their team.

The first entry in the Neptune OVA Series Trilogy. Neptune and her companions head to "Watashi no Natsuyasumi Yama" (My Summer Vacation Mountain), a nature-filled location, to spend their summer break. The four goddesses, reuniting after some time apart, enjoy themselves in their usual lively manner. During the trip, Nepgear and the other sisters venture into the mountains to explore. Passing through a long torii (Shinto shrine archway), the sisters wander into a different dimension. There, Nepgear encounters a woman who strongly resembles an adult version of her sister Neptune.

Mana Shikimiya transfers to Marehoshi Academy, where every student must join either a sports or a cultural club. During a tour led by Student Council Vice President Minori Hasegawa, Mana discovers the Lyrical Tradition Dance Club, which currently has only two members: Mizuha Ichikishima and Sayu Tsukisaka. Impressed by their performances, Mana decides to join them, and the three set out to fulfill their dream of winning the Prism Stage, a prestigious national competition for idol groups. But their journey hits an immediate snag: the club is at risk of being disbanded because it lacks enough members and has no notable achievements. To save their club and pursue their goal, the trio must recruit new members and build a formidable idol team capable of qualifying for and ultimately triumphing at the Prism Stage.

Unaired Episodes 14 and 15 of Mayonaka no Occult Koumuin.