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On a rooftop, a confession unfolds between two boys, but things aren't what they appear. Kind-hearted Souta Aoki has fallen for the sweet smile and gentle gestures of his female crush, Mio Hashimoto. So he's crushed when she lends him an eraser with another classmate's name—Ida—engraved on it. When Kousuke Ida spots his own name on the eraser, he mistakenly believes Aoki has feelings for him. Aoki struggles to untangle the misunderstanding alone without revealing that Hashimoto actually likes Ida. Genuine and forced affections blur together in this heart-racing love triangle of first crushes.

During a summer visit with his mother, Haru meets Ren, a boy who has just been adopted by her. Getting along with Ren proves difficult because Haru's aim is to "civilize" him before the summer ends. As Haru spends more time with Ren, their bond gradually strengthens, and Ren slowly becomes more open to him. Will they be able to form a true "family" by the end of summer?

A cyborg vampire named Charley performs the Vatican's dirty deeds while serving as the thrall of Johnny Rayflo, a playboy vampire. The pair combat crime and clash with each other, resulting in comedy, violence, and sacrilege. Charley fights his own overwhelming thirst for blood. Together, they confront a childlike vampire princess, a dubious sect of the Unitarian Church, and each other. This edition features the one-shot "Volume 2: Zoul Half."

Kenshirou Midou is a well-liked student with a secret: despite being male, he has always adored the art of cosmetics. To keep this hidden, only his sisters and childhood friend Hiura Mihate know about his obsession. Apart from his siblings, Hiura is Kenshirou's sole chance to pursue his potential. Kenshirou pleads with Hiura to let him practice applying makeup on him, and when Hiura finally gives in, the drastic transformation startles Kenshirou. What was once a dull, slender boy becomes a charming petite girl, and Hiura's new look stirs something in Kenshirou. Meanwhile, Hiura has harbored feelings for Kenshirou long before this dramatic change. Often watching from afar, Hiura believes a romantic relationship with him is out of reach. But with Kenshirou's unusual hobby now revealed, Hiura remains hopeful and decides to throw himself into his friend's passion. As their affection for each other grows, the pair slowly forges an unbreakable bond.

The mischievous Jian Yi and the level-headed Zhan Zhengxi have been best friends since they were very young. Now caught up in the chaos of high school life, their connection has only grown stronger. Jian Yi hides his romantic feelings for Zhan Zhengxi, while Zhan Zhengxi—though he acts as though he dislikes Jian Yi's teasing—can't always keep his real emotions from showing. Through school festivals, classroom mischief, and endless antics, Jian Yi and Zhan Zhengxi are soon joined by the rebellious delinquent Mo Guanshan and the handsome flirt He Tian. Together, they live out the vibrant days of adolescence—always with a touch of romance.

Office worker Kiyoshi Adachi has lived 30 years without ever losing his virginity. Thanks to this extraordinary milestone, he awakens as a wizard who can read minds when he makes physical contact. Still, he considers his new ability utterly useless and has grown to avoid crowded spaces. Heading to work, Adachi encounters his handsome and popular colleague, Yuuichi Kurosawa. Intrigued by his demeanor, Adachi secretly brushes against Kurosawa to get a read on his thoughts, only to discover that the man harbors romantic feelings for a coworker. Adachi tries to piece together who it might be, but then Kurosawa's fantasies become unmistakably clear—his coworker's lewd thoughts are directed at Adachi himself! Despite doing his utmost to stay focused, Adachi can barely keep his concentration with Kurosawa nearby.

In Karasugaoka, two volunteer crime-prevention groups have been established: VOICE in the east and Karasukai in the west. Their leaders, Sou Izuhara and Shinba Tetsuji, constantly clash, turning every encounter into an argument. Unbeknownst to others, Sou actually holds deep admiration for Shinba, who once saved him as a child. Yet, too embarrassed to express his true emotions, Sou instead hurls insults at his idol. As they continue their community work, can Sou find the courage to confess his genuine feelings to Shinba?

In a world of Boy's Love (BL) manga, the count of attractive men quickly increases. When the protagonist realizes he is living in such a world, he vows to avoid becoming the main character at all costs. As he continues his daily life, he encounters bizarre yet seemingly ordinary situations where men instantly fall in love with one another. Despite his best efforts to stay out of these dreamy scenarios, he inevitably becomes aware of the romantic stories unfolding around him.

Makoto Kubota drifted through existence without much concern or introspection. Leading the youth faction of the Izumo Group, he found satisfaction in yakuza skirmishes, mahjong games, and hits. Then one day he encountered an odd drug named Wild Adapter, which causes unusual reactions—even death. Transformed by this experience, Kubota gets involved with a wanderer called Minoru Tokito. The pair develop an unexpected bond, pulling them further into the enigma surrounding Wild Adapter.

Looks are everything—at least, that is what Yoshio Yoshida has learned. With his narrow eyes, short stature, and a scar across his face, Yoshida has never been able to get a girlfriend. Worse, every girl at school despises him because of how close he is with Takahiko Satou—the handsome, popular, and tall classmate who seems to have it all. Yoshida himself cannot figure out why Satou sticks with him; they have nothing in common and barely even know each other. Then one of Satou's admirers tricks Yoshida into discovering who Satou considers his "favorite"—the one person he would ever date. But instead of uncovering that secret, Yoshida is completely blindsided when Satou kisses him. The next day, the bewildered Yoshida finally remembers who Satou really is: the gloomy, overweight elementary school classmate he used to shield from bullies. Right after that, Satou reveals his true, sadistic personality and confesses his love for Yoshida. Yet being Satou's "favorite" might only heap more trouble onto Yoshida's already messy life. Included one-shots: Volume 1: Kimi wa Happoubijin (You're Everyone's Friend) Volume 2: Kame no Koi wa Mannen (A Tortoise's Love Lasts For A Thousand Years), Koi wa Marunomi (Love is Swallowed Whole)

Takara Fujishima begins high school and moves into a dormitory after losing everyone in his family except his father, who is constantly away for work. He has to share a room with Kosaka Kyomine. Living together is tough, and they have many arguments. Kyomine is very introverted, while Takara is the exact opposite. At first, their differences grate on each other, but eventually things start shifting toward friendship.

The work of a Shinigami never ends. Asato Tsuzuki serves as a "Guardian of Death" in the Ministry of Hades, tasked with guiding departed souls to the afterlife. However, stubborn spirits and human wickedness constantly hinder his efforts. Between these troublesome cases, will he ever earn a bonus—or is he doomed to eternally repay damages?

Pamela is a tarot card reader who offers assistance to supernatural beings navigating the human world. She aids anyone who comes to her, whether it’s a cat stricken with love, a vampire who spends his immortal life fleeing from his one true love, an unattractive waitress seeking the man of her dreams, or a magician who crafts a humanoid doll to serve the woman he loves. Despite her kindhearted nature, Pamela harbors a profound secret she must confront before she can pass into the next life.

When a classmate discovers his secret identity as a sentai performer, Kaidou's quiet high school life and his heart are both at risk in this BL rom-com for lovers of Hitorijime My Hero! To others at school, Kaidou looks like a tough delinquent, but in reality he lives a second life as the lead actor in a sentai superhero stage show. Sentai superfan Honda stumbles onto this secret, and Kaidou will try anything to prevent it from leaking. Yet, despite his resolve, the charismatic star finds himself drawn to his biggest fan.

In the MMORPG Illusion, players gain extra rewards and benefits from special events if they form an in-game relationship. After a bad encounter with a rude player named Ji6Star, Lee Yeo-woon—playing as "neutaaaa"—decides to abandon joining the guild Poseidon. But the incident gets Ji6Star into trouble with the guild master, and to make Yeo-woon accept his apology, Ji6Star spends real money to propose to him in the game. Feeling guilty about the money spent, Yeo-woon accepts but refuses to suddenly act friendly toward Ji6Star, who now follows him everywhere. Still, Ji6Star has some charm, and it's hard to completely ignore him or his help with leveling up. Meanwhile, in real life, Yeo-woon moves into a new apartment and meets a skittish neighbor, Yoon Ji-gu, who mistakes him for a stalker. With Ji-gu popping up everywhere and Ji6Star constantly asking to meet in person, Yeo-woon wonders if he'll ever find peace—online or off.

Natsume Isaku's debut work, No Colour, chronicles the evolving bond between a lively young photographer and a supergeek university student, beginning as mere neighbors and slowly blossoming into friendship and deeper affection.

A killer must be ready to put on a flawless performance to ensure a successful assassination. They have to be extremely thorough in eliminating all traces of evidence, and they must never, under any circumstances, get caught. These are the fundamental rules Joo Taeman has followed for fourteen years, never letting his emotions get in the way. On the other hand, the renowned actor Kang Dahyeok, known as the "Heart Assassin" for his handsome features and captivating eyes, is an avid fan of gritty film noirs. He has always longed to star in something with a rough edge, but he keeps being cast in cheesy romantic dramas. After observing Taeman’s seamless shift from a frown to a smile, Dahyeok becomes determined to befriend him and learn his secret. But Taeman falls for Dahyeok at first sight, now facing a dangerous dilemma: how to separate his high-risk career from this deadly, killer crush!

College student Ebihara is extorted by his underclassman Tashiro. Despite that, they end up hanging out, and Ebihara gradually comes to see that Tashiro might not be as frightening or strange as he first appeared.

A one-volume series that begins as a side story to Junjou Romantica (the final chapter of volume 4), featuring characters from both Romantica and Egoist. The first part flashes back to the younger days of Akihiko Usami and Hiroki, while the second part is a cute story about a younger Misaki and his brother. It also includes extensive information and an interview with the cast of the drama CD of the same name.

Shizuki is a hedonistic playboy who plays the baritone saxophone in the local council's brass band, and he openly dislikes the band's popular, prince-like flutist, Yano. At first glance, they seem to barely associate during practice. However, due to a shared interest, they now secretly meet in hotels afterwards.

A heartwarming tale following two single fathers, Asakura and Kentarou, whose young sons coincidentally attend the same daycare.

When a gay art thief and a conservative NATO officer meet, the outcome is absolute chaos. Dorian—an aristocrat, thief, and hedonist—and Klaus—a duty-driven espionage agent with no tolerance for foolishness—hunt each other across the globe, from Britain to Baghdad, Alaska to Alexandria, Moscow to Madrid. Spectacular locations and endless adventures lie ahead!

Arisawa Atsushi transfers to Jougaouka High School so he can be close to Shibata Masami, his childhood crush whom he calls Ma-chan. What Atsushi does not realize is that Masami no longer works at the school; instead, his brother Masayoshi has taken over as the nurse. Mistaking Masayoshi for Masami, Atsushi is horrified by what seems like a complete personality change in his former crush. Compounding his misery, his friend Inagaki Kouji is deeply in love with him and constantly tries to kiss him, making life at Jougaoka feel like hell. However, Atsushi eventually starts to think that maybe this new Ma-chan is not so bad after all, and he might actually prefer the way Ma-chan is now. That is, until he learns that Masayoshi is not Masami.

Yuuri Shibuya led a fairly ordinary existence until the day he tried to defend a classmate from a group of bullies and ended up shoved headfirst into a toilet. Rather than simply getting soaked, he was pulled under and suddenly found himself in a world resembling medieval Europe. Even stranger, he was informed that he must become the next Maou (Demon King) solely because of his black hair and black eyes. The Maou rules over the Mazoku (Demon tribe), who coexist uneasily with the humans of this realm. To the dismay of his new subjects, Yuuri is nothing like the leaders they are used to. He is compassionate, thoughtful, devoted to justice, and refuses to resolve disputes through violence—hardly the ideal ruler for a nation teetering on the edge of war. Now Yuuri must learn to be a worthy Maou while adjusting to the customs and culture of this land, all as tensions between humans and Mazoku escalate to a breaking point.