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Negi Springfield, a ten-year-old wizard who recently graduated from Merdiana Magic Academy in Wales, has two primary objectives: locating his missing father, the legendary Thousand Master, and earning the title of Magister Magi, a wizard whose purpose is to aid the non-magical world. As his final assignment, he is sent to teach English at a Japanese middle school. Upon his arrival, Negi is surprised to discover that he is responsible for a homeroom class of thirty-one girls. One of his students, Asuna Kagurazaka, accidentally discovers his magical identity. With this secret now exposed, Negi must prevent it from spreading further while dealing with various magical threats emerging both inside and outside Mahora Academy, all while continuing his search for his father.

Several months after the events of the first season, Youkai Academy has been rebuilt and a new semester begins. Tsukune and his companions return, having grown stronger. The true nature of Anti-Thesis is revealed, along with new enemies and a threat far more dangerous than anything they have faced before. Tsukune struggles with the monster awakening inside him. With guidance from Moka, Mizore, Kurumu, Ruby, and Yukari, he trains to control his vampire heritage and gain the power needed to protect those close to him. The second season explores more of the girls' backgrounds and their family connections. New trials await, along with new allies who will join their side. Together, they seek to uncover the secrets behind Moka's rosary and her bloodline.

In "Trinity Seven: The Seven Magicians," Arata Kasuga lives a normal life with his cousin Hijiri until she disappears because of a mysterious event known as the "Breakdown Phenomenon." Resolved to stop this phenomenon and be with Hijiri again, Arata enters Royal Biblia Academy. With help from seven girls who are each skilled in a distinct type of magic, Arata starts a journey where anything appears possible. This shounen series mixes romance, comedy, and serious magical adventures together.

Witches suddenly declare war on humanity, unleashing chaos that devastates two-thirds of the planet. These witches summon entities known as "Supporters," which they use to assault human settlements, though their motives stay ambiguous. People born with the ability to fight the witches are banded together as Witch Hunters by the remaining population. Among these hunters, Tasha Godspell is notable, earning the nickname "The Marksman," and is accompanied by a Supporter resembling a "Jack-O-Lantern." Though Tasha fights against the witches, he finds it hard to truly despise them.

Ikki Kurogane is a Blazer, someone who can materialize his soul into a weapon, but he is notably inept with magic, making him a complete underachiever among his peers. Known as the "Worst One," he seeks to offset his magical shortcomings by refining his swordsmanship and pursuing the path of a Mage-Knight. Stella Vermillion, the second princess of the Vermillion Empire, is a highly accomplished Rank A Blazer who has never suffered defeat. Driven by a relentless desire for formidable opponents to test her abilities, she travels to Japan with the goal of mastering the way of the Mage-Knight. Their paths converge at Hagun Academy, one of Japan's premier Mage-Knight institutions. Both share an aspiration to achieve greatness as exceptional Mage-Knights through dedication and skill. Yet, to make this dream a reality, they must first face each other in the final round of the Seven Stars Battle Festival. This brutal competition pits the top student knights from all seven Japanese schools against one another, with the winner earning the prestigious title of Seven Stars King. Can Ikki and Stella overcome the trials posed by the most powerful Blazers and reach the highest levels of knighthood?

In the early 1900s, advances in technology led to the creation of a refined form of magic called Makinot—spell circuits implanted into objects to bestow them with life and distinct personalities. Originally crafted for military applications, these Makinot puppets have now become widespread across the globe. Akabane Raishin enters the Royal Academy with the goal of becoming the world's foremost puppeteer. By his side is Yaya, a stunning teenage girl who is actually his puppet weapon, as he works to ascend the hierarchy quickly. Though he possesses exceptional combat skills and strong resolve, Raishin struggles academically, ranking near the bottom on examinations. To reach his objective, he must conquer the most dangerous threats among his peers and come out on top.

In a world where magicians infuse bullets with magical abilities—like summoning powerful creatures—there once existed a witch so powerful that she challenged the gods, earning a curse as punishment. Ten years before the story begins, this witch emerged victorious from a duel with another magician, saving a young boy in the process. The boy was instantly mesmerized by her and vowed to become a magician himself, using guns as his "Sword of Justice." That boy was named Zero. When he grew up, he set out to find the woman who had rescued him. But the woman he discovers is not the idealized figure from his memories; instead, she proves to be selfish, rude, and arrogant, and much shorter than he expected. Nonetheless, she wields immense power that awakens whenever she senses Zero's love and his willingness to sacrifice himself for her. Thus, the two embark on a journey to find a cure and uncover why the gods cursed her in the first place.

In the turbulent land of Halkeginia, various kingdoms, princedoms, duchies, and lordships vie for territory, while nobles engage in schemes and intrigues to increase their influence over rulers and foreign powers. At the heart of this complex landscape lies the modest but crucial kingdom of Tristein, home to the prestigious Tristein Academy of Magic. Here, young nobles from different regions gather to learn the art of magic and develop into skilled magi. Though friendships may form across borders among students, it remains uncertain whether these bonds will survive the political maneuvering and power struggles beyond the academy's walls. Louise Françoise Le Blanc de La Vallière, a student at Tristein Academy, is notorious for her inability to cast spells successfully. During a familiar-summoning ritual, Louise unexpectedly summons a young man named Hiraga Saito, who has been mysteriously transported from another world. After the ceremony, Saito becomes Louise's familiar.

In "The Ruler of the Land," Bi-Kwang is a dashing young warrior who becomes infatuated and somewhat dimwitted around attractive women. During his travels, he encounters an unnamed, highly skilled swordswoman looking for a legendary martial arts master. Bi-Kwang volunteers to assist her in exchange for an introduction to her gorgeous sibling. It soon becomes clear that the swordswoman is actually Hwa-Rin Dahm, the sister herself, and she alternates between disguises to progress the narrative. Bi-Kwang is immediately smitten with her, leading to a romantic subplot involving only the two of them. Set in a realm where various factions vie for control over the Murim, Bi-Kwang, despite possessing a natural aptitude for martial arts and lacking interest in them, makes a deal to escort Hwa-Rin to meet her grandfather, the last known witness to his disappearance. Their journey is fraught with adversaries and occasional reunions with old acquaintances. Through their adventures, Bi-Kwang grows and gains insight into the importance of martial arts, recognizing his previous misuse of his abilities.

In a world where people can summon elemental spirits, a special tournament grants the winner a single wish along with blessings for their homeland. Nations across the land work hard to train the next Ren Ashbell, known as "The Strongest Blade Dancer." Only female spirit elementalers are allowed to take part in this competition. Kamito Kazehaya, a sixteen-year-old boy who is the only male spirit elementaler in existence, finds himself forced to enroll at Areishia Spirit Academy. There, he meets other young spirit contractors, including the fiery-haired Claire Rouge, who demands that Kamito become her contracted humanoid spirit. Still, Kamito stays focused on his true goal: reclaiming his former partner, Restia Ashdoll. Follow Kamito on his journey as he, together with his sword spirit Terminus Est, strives to win the upcoming Blade Dance of the Elementalers.

Shinya is an unremarkable student, lacking athletic ability and plagued by a timid disposition that leaves him feeling insignificant. One day, he meets Haruna, a girl whose presence might change his fate. She identifies him as the Messiah, destined by the Lord to save her world, and offers to be his protector. Could this claim be true? Is his life of mediocrity simply a setup for such a significant role? Is he really the Messiah? And if he is, can he even save himself, much less an entire world? The story includes one-shots from Volume 4: Night Keeper and Volume 6: Exorcist.

Soun Tendou runs the Tendou Martial Arts School with his three daughters, Akane, Nabiki, and Kasumi. Their peaceful lives are disrupted when Soun reveals he has arranged for one of them to marry the son of another martial arts master to carry on the family legacy. The Tendou family is caught off guard when Ranma Saotome and his father, Genma, arrive at their doorstep. During his training in China with Genma, Ranma was involved in an accident that causes him to transform into a girl whenever he comes into contact with cold water, while Genma turns into a large panda. "Ranma ½" chronicles Ranma's efforts to adapt to this new life and his interactions with his intended fiancée, Akane, the youngest Tendou daughter. As they begin attending the same school, they face a variety of challenges and encounters with friends and competitors who all have differing views on their engagement.

Lusty teenager Issei Hyoudou's life takes a sudden turn when a gorgeous girl named Yuuma Amano asks him out. However, her true nature as a fallen angel is revealed when she tries to kill him. His life is saved at the last moment by senior Rias Gremory, who reveals her own secret—that she is a devil. To protect Issei, she turns him into a devil under her command. With this new lease on life, Issei becomes involved in the supernatural world. He joins the school's Occult Research Club, where he meets other devils and learns to navigate a complex existence filled with both devils and fallen angels. In his quest for strength, Issei must discover his true priorities and realize that a devil's path is anything but straightforward.

In "Shinobi Life," Beni, a spirited and defiant young woman, remains unconcerned about her own destiny as long as it brings shame to her arrogant father. One day, she encounters Kagetora, a ninja who falls from the sky and swears absolute loyalty to her as her guardian. Having time-traveled from a distant past, Kagetora is committed to protecting Princess Beni. Yet, he does not realize that this Beni is not the true princess. The narrative examines if true love and dedication can persist across centuries in the tumultuous modern era.

Following a long and arduous journey, the Hero finally reaches the Dark Lady's castle, only to be met with an unexpected plea for cooperation. The Hero explains that the ongoing conflict between demons and humans has resulted in countless deaths and widespread suffering. The Demon Queen, however, counters this by arguing that the war has actually served to unify human society, citing evidence of increased population, productivity, economic growth, and overall societal well-being. She further claims that ending the war could trigger a civil war, leading to even greater chaos and loss of life. Convinced that lasting peace can only be achieved through an alliance with the Dark Lady, the Hero decides to support her goals. Included one-shot: Volume 12: Level Hero!

Having spent her entire life in confinement, sixteen-year-old Emma finally makes it to the capital city of Hawk Eye. Upon her arrival, every male in the city, including the king, becomes instantly captivated by her, putting her at risk of forced marriage. A young and exceptionally talented sorcerer named Shion comes to her rescue. Despite having encountered each other previously, Emma has no recollection of Shion. Shion discloses that Emma is cursed with the Echidna, a dark magic that emerges every five centuries, manifesting in a girl whose heart is filled with overwhelming dark energy capable of world destruction. With such power, one could conquer the globe, and Shion cautions Emma that she will be pursued by those seeking to seize her heart. However, there exists a ritual to free her from the Echidna's curse, which requires a challenging and lengthy journey. The initial step of this ritual involves Emma and Shion getting married. Included one-shot: Volume 8: Karakuri Link

In contemporary Japan, where ninjas are expected to embody unwavering loyalty to their lords, high school student Rekka Hanabishi—who identifies as a ninja—struggles to uphold this tradition. His perspective changes after he rescues Yanagi Sakoshita, a gentle-hearted girl, from a group of bullies. Rekka then declares Yanagi as his rightful master and vows to protect her. To mark their new bond, each reveals their hidden abilities: Yanagi possesses the power to heal swiftly, while Rekka can ignite flames with a mere snap. However, their secret is soon uncovered by a mysterious figure named Kage Houshi, who is aware of their unique talents. She demands that Rekka be returned to her, asserting that he alone has the power to end her life. Despite her threats, Kage Houshi departs without further confrontation. Believing the danger has passed, Rekka and Yanagi resume their normal lives, unaware of the ancient ninja conspiracy that will soon threaten not only themselves but also their friends.

In a world where immortal gods dwell alongside immensely powerful suras, and humans are caught in the conflict between them, a girl named Kubera—whose name mirrors that of a deity—is born under a prophecy foretelling great change. Her peaceful village is consumed by fire, but she is rescued by a mysterious sorcerer named Asha. Together, they embark on a journey for truth and retribution.

In "4 Cut Hero," the hero succeeds in vanquishing the Demon King, but then discovers the Princess they were meant to rescue is actually a Prince. Disillusioned by this revelation, they adopt a NEET lifestyle, finding satisfaction in watching anime and taking it easy. Yet, they soon find themselves caught up in a tangle of ancient myths, curses, and intricate schemes that stretch across multiple kingdoms and involve countless dragons. Along their path, they keep a carefree attitude, even striking alliances with individuals labeled as villains.

In "Nagasarete Airantou," 14-year-old Ikuto Touhouin runs away from home following an argument with his father and boards a ship heading to another country. A powerful storm sinks the vessel, leaving Ikuto adrift in the ocean for a week before he washes ashore on a strange island. This island's way of life resembles the Meiji period, and all its residents are female. Cut off from the outside world by dangerous whirlpools encircling the island, these women have never encountered a man. Ikuto's arrival disrupts their secluded existence.

In the year 2100, virtual reality games have become nearly indistinguishable from real life. Feng Lan decides to become the first player to choose a character of the opposite gender in the VRMMO "Second Life," hoping to prove to her brother that she can succeed without relying on "female advantages." However, when she becomes involved in a PvP conflict that disrupts her family and encounters her real-life friends and acquaintances within the game, can she keep her secret identity while steering clear of further complications?

In "Dazzle," a young girl named Rahzel is cast out of her home by her father, who insists she must explore the world. Her travels take an unforeseen turn when she meets Alzeid, a reserved and resolute young man driven to avenge his father's death. Though their personalities clash, Rahzel and Alzeid are pulled toward one another, possibly from hidden emotions or their mutual magical gifts. As unlikely partners, they wander from location to location, employing their powers to aid those around them, and along the way, uncover their genuine fates.

Shin High School D×D is a light novel series set in the High School DxD universe. Continuing from where Volume 25 of the previous light novel series left off, high school student-turned-devil Issei Hyoudou is still pursuing his dream to be a harem king.

At Tokyo Butei High, a specialized school that trains armed detectives known as "Butei," second-year student Tooyama Kinji has a hidden ability that triggers a "super mode" when exposed to certain stimuli. He keeps this secret to maintain a low profile. However, his quiet life is interrupted when he gets caught up in a bombing incident, where he meets Aria H. Kanzaki, a top-tier member of the Butei high school's "Assault" division.