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Monstrous, Godzilla-like creatures known as "kaijuu" have plagued Japan for years. To fight them, an elite military force called the Defense Corps risks their lives daily to protect civilians. After a kaijuu is slain, "sweepers" from the Professional Kaijuu Cleaner Corporation handle the disposal of its remains. Kafka Hibino, a 32-year-old man, feels unfulfilled as a sweeper. Since childhood, he dreamed of joining the Defense Corps and killing kaijuu for a living. But after several failed attempts, he abandoned that ambition and settled for a stable paycheck. Then Reno Ichikawa, an 18-year-old recruit with drive, joins his cleaning crew—reminding Kafka of his old aspiration. A series of misfortunes and an encounter with the junior sweeper lead Kafka to a parasite-type kaijuu that forces its way through his mouth, transforming him into a humanoid monster. With his newfound abilities, Kafka decides to give his lifelong dream one more shot.

The Abyss is a chasm of unfathomable depth—one girl and a robot brave its perils to uncover the truth. The town of Orth is unique, built around the rim of the vast Abyss, a marvel that has never been fully explored. Those who descend too far never return, but those daring enough to journey into its territories are called "Cave Raiders" and are revered as legends. In this town lives a young girl named Riko, the daughter of one of the most renowned Cave Raiders of all time, who vanished on an expedition years ago. One day, Riko's life changes when she encounters a strange robot named Reg, who appears to come from within the Abyss. Taking this as a sign from her mother, who is trapped at the bottom of the Abyss, Riko ventures into its depths alongside Reg, prepared to face all the dangers that lie within.

Still haunted by the childhood tragedy of losing his family to a fire, Shinra Kusakabe carries both the gift and the burden of being a third-generation pyrokinetic—a person able to freely manipulate flames. At the same time, the Infernals, first-generation pyrokinetics who spontaneously burst into fire and become demonic creatures, terrorize the streets of Tokyo. After his abilities are noticed, Shinra joins Special Fire Force Company 8, one of several fire brigades formed to fight these Infernals. Though becoming part of the Fire Force seems to fulfill his purpose, Shinra realizes that being a hero is far from simple. Infernal encounters are increasing across the nation, and even his own fellow brigade members struggle to band together against these threats. Compounding the difficulty, Shinra’s past resurfaces when he confronts a mysterious cult. As he searches for the truth, Shinra soon becomes caught in a conspiracy that seeks to set the entire world ablaze.

Kind-hearted Akira Fudou has always been easily taken advantage of. When he meets his childhood friend Ryou Asuka again by chance, Ryou reveals the terrifying truth behind his father's research: demons are real and intend to reclaim the earth. Wanting to help his friend protect humanity, Akira agrees to go to the Black Sabbath, a debauched and corrupt party, in order to attempt fusion with a demon. A brush with death leads him to merge with Amon, a demon feared even among his own kind. This union creates Devilman, a being that combines Amon's raw power with Akira's compassionate soul. After fusing with Amon, Akira uses his newfound abilities to battle the demons, desperate to prevent the collapse of all human civilization.

At Mashin Academy, nanotechnology and martial arts converge. Though Yeo-un's mother is not among the High Priest's six official wives, his paternal lineage still grants him eligibility to compete for the position of Minor Priest. Will an enigmatic nanomachine injection from a future descendant give Yeo-un an edge in the intense rivalry against his formidable half-siblings?

The young and innocent Nai is searching for a person who is very important to him, armed only with an old bracelet and the name "Karoku" as leads. During his journey, he gets caught by a monstrous woman who intends to keep him as a pet. However, he is rescued by Gareki, a sharp and cunning thief who broke into the woman's house to rob it. The two are soon branded as wanted criminals and become caught up in the affairs of "Circus"—the nation's most elite defense organization. Circus's duty is to protect citizens from beings called "varuga," flesh-eating monsters, and to investigate the operations of a mysterious group known as Kafka. Circus becomes interested in Nai when they learn that the bracelet he carries is actually an old Circus ID. While Nai chooses to remain under Circus's protection, Gareki struggles to find his own place aboard their ship. As their search for Karoku continues, the pair encounters increasingly dangerous varuga, all of whom seem to be drawn toward Nai.

Academy City, though 80% of its 2.3 million residents are students, surpasses any other nation in technological advancement. Its inhabitants awaken a form of supernatural power within themselves, ranked from Level 0 to Level 5. In this setting is Touma Kamijou, a Level 0 esper with no notable abilities. His powers are considered useless, yet he possesses a mysterious force called "Imagine Breaker," which lets his right hand cancel any supernatural power on contact. Despite this, he considers himself unlucky due to the constant misfortunes he faces. One day, a girl named Index Librorum Prohibitorum appears on Touma's balcony, claiming that magicians are pursuing her. This encounter introduces the powerless boy to an entirely new realm—one where magic is real. As Touma deals with conflicts emerging from both the scientific and magical sides of the world, how will he resolve them?

In 2095, magic has been transformed into a recognized form of technology, with its study now a demanding academic field. Siblings Tatsuya and Miyuki Shiba are about to begin their first year at Japan's prestigious First Magic High School. The institution's strict policies place the gifted Miyuki into the elite Course 1, while her older brother Tatsuya is assigned to the lower-ranked Course 2—and this is only the start of their challenges.

It is the Roaring Twenties in America. On the surface, the era is peaceful and optimistic after the horrors of the Great War. But a dark element lurks in the shadows, ready to shatter that peace. Sister Rosette Christopher, an exorcist serving the Magdala Order, is charged with fighting the demons that appear and wreak havoc. Yet alongside her companion Chrno, she often ends up causing more destruction than the demons themselves. On one particular mission, they meet a young girl with a beautiful voice named Azmaria, who is being targeted by her own stepfather. As Rosette and Chrno work to save her, more is revealed about the relationship between them. There is more to these two than meets the eye.

1. Hotel: Since A.D. 2079 2. Present 3. Subete wa Maguro no Tame datta (It Was All for the Tuna) 4. Stephanos 5. Diadem

Willem Kmetsch emerges from a frozen sleep as the sole survivor of the Emnetwiht, the human race that once populated the planet but perished five centuries ago at the hands of the "Beasts." He now resides on one of the few hundred floating islands that form what remains of civilization, alongside other species who all display animal characteristics like horns, fangs, wings, or scales. Because he lacks any such trait, Willem is known as a "markless." One day, Willem comes across another markless named Ctholly Nota Seniorious. He pays little attention to the encounter and carries on with his life, taking on various odd jobs. However, he later encounters her again after accepting a military assignment. Willem quickly discovers that the lively young Leprechauns he has been put in charge of are essential to the fight against the Beasts. These girls have known almost nothing outside of being treated as weapons, and they are ready to sacrifice themselves if it means defeating the enemy. Determined to give them a chance at a normal life, Willem takes on a fatherly role for the girls. Much like when he himself once went to war, he must now come to terms with watching these children head into battle.

From ancient times through the age of space colonization, a single legend appears unchanged in every history book—the story of the immortal bird Phoenix. Its blood is said to grant eternal life or wisdom, and this radiant being oversees human civilizations and their growth, ensuring the continuation of sentient life across the universe. Yet humanity remains bound by its own patterns; happiness and sorrow, anger and love—a wide range of emotions still play an essential role in human existence. Meanwhile, certain beliefs and ambitions persist through the centuries, repeatedly disturbing the fragile balance of the world's inherent order and principles. Fate, with its shifting variables, can take many forms—and often displays a strange sense of humor.

Centuries after Armageddon, a second moon—known as the "Vampire's" moon—appears, sparking a war between humans and the Methuselah, vampires who drink human blood. Esther Blanchett, an orphan raised at the Church of St. Matthias in the city of Istvan, encounters Abel Nightroad, a priest sent by the Vatican—humanity's ally—to neutralize threats. Behind Abel's timid demeanor lies his true identity as "The Crusnik": a vampire that feeds on its own kind and the Vatican's ultimate weapon. Esther's peaceful life shatters when the church is bombed and she is betrayed by her only friend, Dietrich. With nowhere left to turn, she joins forces with Abel and Tres Iqus, a machine disguised as a human, to travel to Rome and uncover the truth behind the destruction of her home. Their path is fraught with peril, as they must overcome numerous obstacles and unravel the secrets of Abel's past.

Over thirty years ago, a catastrophic event known as a "spatial quake" claimed over one hundred million lives. In response, humanity developed systems to minimize the damage from future occurrences, including rapid evacuation protocols and instant reconstruction of destroyed structures. Now, sixteen-year-old Shidou Itsuka lives with his younger sister, Kotori. Despite advance warnings, he is caught in a spatial quake. Miraculously surviving the blast, he encounters a mysterious girl at the epicenter, whom he later learns is a "Spirit"—a supernatural entity responsible for causing these quakes. He also discovers the "Anti-Spirit Team," a military unit that eliminates Spirits through force. Before Shidou can fully process these revelations, he is recruited to work for Ratatoskr, an organization dedicated to peacefully neutralizing the threat posed by Spirits—with his sister acting as its commander! As Ratatoskr's newest asset, Shidou must nullify the Spirits' powers to prevent further devastation. His method: go on dates with them and seal the deal with a passionate kiss.

Inside the Mud Whale, a massive vessel gliding endlessly across a sea of sand, lives a society split into two groups: the Marked, who can use a power called thymia but sacrifice their lifespans each time they do; and the Unmarked, who cannot use thymia but live normal lives and hold authority. The 14-year-old archivist Chakuro, afflicted with hypergraphia, records everything that occurs on the island and in unknown territories. While on an expedition to a remote island, Chakuro discovers a wounded girl with no memories. She tries to attack him but collapses, and he brings her back to the Mud Whale. Her existence baffles everyone, as they have never encountered an outsider before. Her lack of emotion and expert fighting skills reveal a life completely different from those on the Mud Whale. With the arrival of the girl they nickname Lykos, Chakuro begins to learn the truth of what lies beyond their floating home—changing his destiny in ways he never imagined.

This manga adapts the first story arc of the Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei series. Magic is neither a product of legends nor fairy tales. It has become a practical technology for nearly a century. Countries around the world are locked in a race to nurture magicians. Shiba Tatsuya is an honors student without any magical ability at First High School, a magic high school, where his sister happens to be the top student among the freshmen. He must navigate his school life as one of the many reserve students, looked down upon by the chosen magical elites.

World War III lasted only two weeks before coming to an end. Both Accelerator and Hamazura Shiage have returned to the people they care about most after overcoming their own personal struggles. Peace has returned to the world, and Academy City continues its normal operations while magicians focus on repairing the damage they suffered during the war. Yet amid this calm, someone is missing. The one who used his right hand to save a young girl and changed the course of the war: the "Imagine Breaker," Touma Kamijou. But the disappearance of this self-proclaimed ordinary high school student has barely affected most of the world, as the temporary peace is soon shattered by the emergence of new threats—both espers and magicians—across the globe. Now, the heroes of World War III must once again step into battle, confronting some of the most powerful enemies imaginable to protect those they hold dear.

Centuries ago, the Demons, humanity's natural enemy, invaded the world and crushed human civilization. Ever since, the Great Demon Lord and his generals have ruled over the world, forcing humankind to live in constant fear. In a final act of desperation, a group of 47 individuals gathered from across the globe embark on a last-resort mission to save humanity from complete extinction. These heroes swear to vanquish the demon army and reclaim humanity's freedom, though they remain completely unaware of the extreme measures this conflict will force them to adopt.

Seven students are linked by mystical dreams of a former life on the moon, driving them to uncover the secrets of what they have erased from memory. While some truths are pursued and others are evaded, Alice must quickly recall the past if she hopes to rescue the delicate Rin from destroying herself. Only after confronting the serious missteps of their previous existence can they all let go and truly live in the now.

The NieR:Automata series comprises three stories: Nagai Hanashi (Long Story Short), Mijikai Hanashi (Short Story Long), and Shounen YoRHa (YoRHa Boys).

Beneath her unassuming appearance, Yukari Marii conceals a startling secret: her violet eyes perceive every living thing as a robot. At first, her friend Manabu "Gaku" Hatou dismisses this as an odd quirk, but soon discovers that Yukari's words hold more weight than expected. Despite her peculiarity, Yukari's small, cute demeanor awakens in Hatou a powerful urge to shield her. In turn, Yukari views Hatou as a "super-modifiable all-purpose robot." However, Yukari's uniquely distorted perspective on the world has left her isolated, even driving her former friend Nanami Tenjou to treat her with cruelty. After a particular incident, Hatou learns that Yukari is not the sole possessor of such a special perception—called a "Qualia." When Yukari is brought into a facility for children who have Qualia, Hatou soon becomes entangled in a conspiracy from which she must fight to escape.

Ikuto Touhouin is a 14-year-old boy who gets into a fight with his father and storms out of the house. He then boards an overseas ship, but a massive storm hits and causes the vessel to sink. After drifting in the ocean for a week, he washes ashore on an island where everyone lives like they're from the Meiji period—and every single inhabitant is female. The girls have been cut off from any outside contact, let alone men, because whirlpools surround the island and prevent anyone from leaving. Now that these love-starved women have finally encountered a male, what will happen next?

Manga adaptation of the second story arc in the Mahouka Koukou no Rettousei series. Across Japan, nine magic high schools are affiliated with the National University of Magic. To overcome current shortcomings, these schools train students to the highest level while also working to expand the limited pool of instructors. A system was implemented to stimulate student ambition through inter-school competitions among the nine magic high schools. The largest such event is the summer Nine Schools Competition, a nationwide magic high school tournament. Every year, selected magic students from across the country gather, staking their pride, and unfold a tale of frustration and glory. With an enormous audience that includes government officials, magic enthusiasts, businesses, overseas companies, researchers, and scouts, this is the premier stage for young mages to shine. This year once again, the curtain rises on that momentous event.

Three years ago, his posture was the same. Three years ago, he stood behind Miyuki. Yes... compared to three years ago, it had changed. Set three years before the current timeline, Tsuioku-hen depicts the events that would drastically alter Miyuki's world, as well as the circumstances that shaped Tatsuya into who he is now.