Manga Like Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-, Chapter 2: A Week at the Mansion

Leaving a convenience store, Subaru Natsuki steps into a bustling town filled with humans and demi-humans. With dragons and carriages serving as transportation, this place is clearly not the modern-day Japan he knows. But as someone who spends his time absorbed in comics and games, Subaru figures he must be a protagonist in this new fantasy world, wielding incredible magical powers. To his disappointment, that isn't the case, and things quickly take a turn for the worse when he runs into a gang of thugs. Fortunately, a silver-haired beauty named Satella rescues him, all while searching for her stolen insignia. Grateful for her help, Subaru offers to assist in the search, which eventually leads them to a pawn shop. Assuming the insignia was traded for money, Subaru enters the shop hoping to negotiate with the owner about the stolen item. But instead of the insignia, they find a brutal assassin, and the encounter ends in their deaths. However, rather than waking up in the afterlife, Subaru is stunned to find himself standing alone in the middle of daytime, as if he had never left the town at all. And so, his life in another world mysteriously begins for a second time.

While walking home from the convenience store, Subaru Natsuki suddenly finds himself in an unknown city, surrounded by strangers speaking an unfamiliar language. He quickly pieces together that he has been transported to another world. After being chased away by a storekeeper for having no money, Subaru is cornered by a group of thugs. Just when he thinks all is lost, a mysterious girl named Satella rescues him. She is pursuing a thief that Subaru had previously spotted in town. After Satella drives off the thugs, Subaru decides to repay her by assisting in the search for the thief. Through a chain of events, the two end up in a cellar known for storing stolen goods. Shortly after entering the house, they are ambushed by a dark figure, and neither survives the attack. Subaru opens his eyes to find that he has been sent back in time to earlier that day, beginning a confusing series of loops in which he relives past events.

After their decisive confrontation, Battler Ushiromiya reflects on the sudden resignation of the Golden Witch Beatrice, who now exists as a mere shadow of her former self. The extreme shift away from her previously defiant intentions compels Battler to reexamine every detail of the prior four games. Although he wishes to remain at her side, Battler resolves to take back control of the current situation, where Lambdadelta and Frederica Bernkastel have temporarily assumed their roles to conduct the fifth game board. Following Kinzou Ushiromiya's death, Krauss Ushiromiya inherits the family leadership amidst severe monetary difficulties. Because of poor investment choices, the family estate is set to fall into the hands of Krauss's creditors, making it easy for his siblings to pursue legal action against him. To support her husband, Natsuhi Ushiromiya seeks Beatrice's aid in resurrecting the previous head—intending to hide the truth until the debts are cleared. Then arrives Erika Furudo: a self-proclaimed detective who drifts ashore on Rokkenjima Island just as the family's annual gathering begins. Received as a distinguished visitor, Erika soon becomes curious about the ongoing debate surrounding the epitaph's riddle. However, this arrogant young woman's relentless investigation into finding the hidden gold sparks a chain of events that threatens to collapse the order of the Ushiromiya family.

The capital city of Lugunica has fallen into turmoil following the death of its king. With the royal family collapsing and no one to lead, the government is forced to quickly hold an election to choose the next ruler. Subaru Natsuki, who unknowingly rescued the insignia that qualified Emilia as a candidate for the Royal Election, goes with her to a crucial meeting. While in the capital, Emilia tells Subaru to rest and recover after the demon beast attack, even though he would rather do anything else. Yet when Subaru witnesses Emilia being mistreated by both the citizens and the other candidates, will he be able to honor the promise he made to the one he cares for most?

The next stage is the witch's tomb known as the Sanctuary. Resolved to free Rem from a mysterious sleep, Subaru and Emilia head back to Roswaal's mansion seeking clues to reach the Sanctuary, the hidden place where Ram and Roswaal have fled. However, the journey is full of unforeseen surprises—especially for Subaru, who unexpectedly finds himself accompanied by an enigmatic individual. A fresh chapter starts, and along with it, a new adventure...

An alternate story where Subaru accepts the deal with Echidna.

Guts, once a mercenary and now called the Black Swordsman, hunts for revenge. After a brutal childhood, he at last discovers someone he admires and thinks he can rely on, but everything shatters when that person strips Guts of everything he holds dear to satisfy his own ambitions. Branded for death, Guts is doomed to a fate where demonic entities chase him without mercy. Embarking on a bleak journey filled with misfortune, Guts—wielding an enormous blade and inhuman strength—allows nothing, not even mortality itself, to halt him until he can behead the one who erased his and his lover's humanity. Included one-shot: Volume 14: Berserk: The Prototype

Centuries ago, grotesque, human-like beings emerged. These mindless, colossal giants—known as Titans—posed an existential danger, devouring any humans they encountered to fuel an insatiable hunger. Unable to mount an effective defense, humanity retreated behind towering walls that encircled what might be the last safe haven on Earth. Now, life inside the walls enjoys peace, as the residents have not faced a Titan attack in years. Three children—Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert—dream of seeing the world beyond, inspired by tales of wonders outside their confines. But when a massive 60-meter Titan suddenly shatters that tranquility, they witness firsthand the world's cruelty. That day, Eren vows to eradicate every last Titan from the Earth, striving so that humanity may one day live beyond the walls without fear.

Alchemists are individuals blessed with knowledge and natural talent, allowing them to manipulate and transform matter through their craft. However, despite the vast potential of their art, alchemy is far from omnipotent as many believe. Human transmutation is a forbidden practice, and anyone who dares attempt it faces severe repercussions. Nevertheless, siblings Edward and Alphonse Elric choose to break this great taboo in hopes of bringing their mother back to life. Their attempt ends in failure, and they pay a terrible price for their hubris: Edward loses his left leg, while Alphonse loses his entire body. To make matters worse, Edward sacrifices his right arm to bind his brother's soul into a suit of armor. Years later, the young alchemists journey across the nation in search of the Philosopher's Stone, aiming to reclaim their original bodies using its power. Yet their quest for the legendary stone leads them to uncover far more sinister secrets than they ever anticipated.

Twenty-Fifth Bam lived in solitude for his entire life until he met Rachel. But now, Rachel has made up her mind to climb the Tower, and she is prepared to leave Bam behind to achieve that goal. After Rachel vanishes behind a curtain of light, Bam chases after her, determined to ascend the Tower in the hope of reuniting with her. However, the Tower is a perilous realm filled with ancient mysteries, terrifying monsters, and malicious people. Each floor is overseen by an Administrator who subjects the daring challengers to grueling trials that test their every limit. When he confronts Headon, the Administrator of the first floor, Bam discovers that he is an "Irregular"—someone who was not chosen by the Tower but managed to enter it on his own, an extremely uncommon occurrence within the Tower. Despite this revelation, his course remains clear. Whether it is wealth, power, glory, or even being reunited with Rachel, every desire can be fulfilled at the pinnacle of the Tower.

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.

The Demon King has been vanquished, and the triumphant hero party returns home before splitting up. The four—mage Frieren, hero Himmel, priest Heiter, and warrior Eisen—look back on their decade-long journey as the time to say goodbye arrives. But time flows differently for elves, so Frieren watches her companions slowly die one by one. Before his death, Heiter manages to pass a young human apprentice named Fern onto Frieren. Driven by the elf's enthusiasm for collecting all kinds of magic spells, the two set off on a seemingly wandering trip, returning to the places that the heroes of old once visited. Along the way, Frieren gradually faces her remorse over missed chances to build deeper bonds with her now-departed comrades.

In ages past, six meteorites struck Earth, giving rise to six moons and leaving only a solitary island behind. Those unable to reach the island sank into the ocean, where over eons they gradually transformed into crystal. After countless millennia, 28 of these crystallized beings—called the Lustrous—emerged from the depths and now inhabit the island. Under the guidance of the wise Kongou-sensei, they must protect themselves from the seemingly endless hordes of Lunarians, moon-dwellers who seek to harvest the gems' valuable bodies to craft weapons and jewelry. Houseki no Kuni follows Phosphophyllite, a young gem nearing its three-hundredth birthday. Clumsy, extremely fragile, and devoid of any noticeable talent, it is among the weakest gems, unable to contribute meaningfully to the fight against the Lunarians. Yet as the battle against these otherworldly invaders continues, it soon learns that power comes at a price no one should ever have to bear.

Seiichi Osabe is an only child leading a quiet everyday existence. Like any typical middle schooler, he has his own circle of friends, a crush on a classmate, and parents who dote on him. However, the problem lies with his mother, whose extreme overprotectiveness makes others perceive Seiichi as a mama's boy. Though Seiichi himself doesn't find her behavior strange at first, a particular event gradually forces him to realize just how perilous her love truly is. As he attempts to escape her hold, he discovers that his life is far from the ordinary he once believed it to be.

In 1999, a meteorite struck Antarctica, causing the continent's ice sheet to melt and global sea levels to rise dramatically. This event altered the world's climate and wiped out more than half of humanity. By 2015, mysterious beings known as Angels—monsters of unknown origin—are laying waste to the remnants of civilization. In the fortress city of Tokyo-3, 14-year-old Shinji Ikari is fated to stop the Angels' attacks. Summoned by his father's covert group NERV, Shinji becomes the pilot of an Evangelion, a gigantic bio-organic robot built specifically to fight the Angels. Burdened with the fate of the world, Shinji must find the bravery and will to defend the future—and himself. Yet as battles between Evangelions and Angels grow frequent, the terrible reality of the world gradually comes to light.

College student Nao Kanzaki has always lived up to her name's meaning—"foolishly honest." But after receiving an unsolicited package containing one hundred million yen, she inadvertently enters the "Liar Game," a tournament where contestants are urged to betray and deceive each other for massive cash prizes, while losing results in a lifetime of debt. With no other options, she turns to a con artist for help. On the same day, the notorious swindler Shinichi Akiyama is released from prison. A former psychology student infamous for bankrupting an entire company single-handedly, he is Nao's only hope. Initially hesitant to risk another crime, he ignores her pleas. However, moved by her desperation and persistence, he eventually agrees to aid her. In this world of deception, Nao and Shinichi each have their own reasons for participating. But soon, they begin to see the true nature of not just the game, but everyone involved.

Yuuichirou Amane loses his parents at eight years old and is taken in by the Hyakuya Orphanage, where he struggles to connect with his new "family." However, that becomes the least of his problems when a massive pandemic suddenly breaks out, killing everyone above the age of 13. Exploiting the chaos, vampires that had previously remained hidden underground rise up and enslave the surviving humans, using them as livestock to harvest blood. Four years later, Yuuichirou and his family have grown accustomed to life under vampire control, though Yuuichirou still harbors a desire to kill all vampires and put an end to their oppression. This frequently causes friction with fellow orphan Mikaela Hyakuya, who stresses the importance of using wit and resourcefulness to survive. Having gained favor among high-ranking vampires, Mikaela acquires inside information and uses it to orchestrate a daring escape. But during the attempt, the group of orphans is intercepted by vampire officer Ferid Bathory, who proceeds to massacre them. Yuuichirou is the sole survivor to reach the surface, where he is found by the Moon Demon Company, a military unit dedicated to hunting vampires. Given an invitation to join, Yuuichirou accepts without hesitation, finally gaining a chance to achieve his goals and avenge his family.

Kazuki Hoshino treasures his mundane routine above anything else. He spends his school days carefree with his friends, until that uneventful bliss is shattered when the aloof beauty Aya Otonashi transfers into his class and immediately delivers a cold, dramatic statement to him: "I've come to break you. This is my 13,118th transfer. After so many times, it's starting to grate on me, so this time I'm spicing things up with a proper declaration of war." With those puzzling words, the ordinary days Kazuki loved so much become a cycle of turmoil and fear—Aya's sudden appearance signals the unraveling of unseen mysteries surrounding his seemingly normal friends, including the discovery of strange devices known as "boxes."

Despite her ability to perceive supernatural beings, Chise Hatori has never seen herself as fortunate. Abandoned by her parents as a child, her life has been defined by hardship, eventually forcing her to sell herself at a slave market in hopes of finding somewhere to belong. Presented to buyers as a rare "Sleigh Beggy"—individuals with an extraordinary sensitivity to magical energy—Chise's final chance arrives in the form of Elias Ainsworth, an enigmatic magus who is more beast than human. Instead of treating her as property, he chooses to take her on as his apprentice and, at the same time, his bride. Chise is not only physically transported to Elias's home in the English countryside but also introduced to a realm where fairies and dragons are commonplace. However, she soon discovers that her new life holds as much to dread as it does to admire. And at the core of everything lies the unsettling uncertainty of whether she has ended up in the grasp of something far more sinister than her own inner demons.

A reclusive high school student named Cha Hyun spends his days shut away in his room playing video games. After losing his entire family in a tragic car accident, he is forced to leave behind his home and carefree lifestyle, moving into a new apartment by himself. His annoying neighbors and lack of money quickly become the least of his concerns as people around him suddenly start transforming into terrifying monsters, throwing the world into apocalyptic chaos. The situation grows even worse when Hyun realizes he himself is slowly turning into a monster, all while a mysterious voice in his head becomes louder and more persistent. With time running out, Hyun must cooperate with his fellow tenants to uncover the cause of the outbreak and find a way to survive in this hopeless new world, all while fighting to hold onto his humanity.

Kind-hearted Syaoran has been close friends with Sakura, the princess of the Clow Kingdom who possesses a unique power that can alter the world. When a mysterious figure tries to take control of Sakura's ability, her memories are scattered across different dimensions in the form of feathers. In order to save Sakura, Syaoran turns to the Dimensional Witch for help and encounters two other travelers—Kurogane and Fai D. Flourite. Kurogane, a skilled fighter and ninja, was exiled from his home world and desires to return. On the other hand, Fai, a magician from Celes, wishes to travel across dimensions to escape his home and past. As the cost for crossing dimensions, each of the three must offer their most treasured possession. For Sakura's sake, Syaoran agrees to sacrifice their relationship as payment to the Dimensional Witch. With strong resolve, Syaoran, Kurogane, and Fai set out on a journey through many worlds to battle their fated doom.

Shirayuki, a well-known herbalist from Tanbarun, catches the unwanted eye of the kingdom's vain prince, Raji Shenazard, due to her distinctive red hair. When faced with the distasteful demand to become his concubine, she cuts off her hair and escapes the country overnight. While fleeing through the forest, she crosses paths with Zen Wistalia, the prince of the neighboring country of Clarines. After Zen eats a poisoned apple that Prince Raji sent to recapture Shirayuki, she quickly uses her herbal knowledge to heal him. Accompanied by Zen and his companions Kiki and Mitsuhide, Shirayuki travels to Clarines, where she hopes to build a future as a court apothecary. As her feelings for Zen grow beyond mere friendship, the two must navigate their different social standings while striving toward their individual goals. Included one-shots: Volume 1: Hachigatsu no Shikisai (Colorful Seasons of August) Volume 2: Bokura wo Tsunaide. (Connect Us) Volume 13: Shizuku no Saki ni (Beyond the Drops) Volume 14: Natsuyasumi 00-nichime (00 Days of Summer Vacation)

Amid an economic crisis gripping Japan, Shiina Nagasawa turns to prostitution to support her family after her father's bankruptcy. She attends a party where high-ranking government officials are eager to indulge their desires. As Shiina endures this degradation, a masked intruder bursts in—and she recognizes him as her classmate Shou Hazama. Calling himself "Akumetsu," he confronts Japan's former finance minister, listing his misdeeds, then brutally murders him and drags the body to the lobby. When Akumetsu is shot, he somehow blows his own head off. Still in shock, Shiina goes to school the next day—only to find Shou Hazama alive in the classroom. How is he alive, and what does he intend to do?

A young traveling merchant named Kraft Lawrence has grown used to days of wandering and trading with few companions. That changes one unusual day when he finds a naked, wolf-like girl sleeping in his wagon. The beautiful girl, who calls herself Holo, claims to be a local wolf deity worshiped by the villagers as the God of Good Harvest. Year after year, she ensured bountiful harvests, but she has grown tired of fulfilling the wishes of the ungrateful locals. Holo strikes a deal with Lawrence: if he helps her escape the villagers, she will gladly assist him in his merchant ventures. Together, they travel from town to town seeking business, and Lawrence comes to learn both the benefits and hardships of traveling with a proud and cunning wolf goddess.