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Makoto Kubota lived a carefree existence, spending his time on the youth division of the Izumo Group and engaging in yakuza conflicts, mahjong games, and assassinations. His life shifted when he came across a strange drug called Wild Adapter, which causes unusual effects and can lead to death. This encounter changed Kubota's perspective, prompting him to develop an unexpected bond with a wanderer named Minoru Tokito. As their relationship deepens, they become more entangled in the mystery surrounding Wild Adapter.

For years, Twenty-Fifth Bam lived a solitary life until he met Rachel. With her decision to climb the Tower firmly set, Rachel prepares to leave Bam behind to chase her ambition. Following Rachel through a radiant barrier, Bam begins his journey to ascend the Tower, driven by his wish to reunite with her. The Tower, however, is a treacherous realm filled with ancient mysteries, formidable creatures, and hostile individuals. Each floor is overseen by an Administrator who imposes rigorous trials on those brave enough to face them, pushing their limits to the extreme. When confronting Headon, the Administrator of the first floor, Bam learns he is classified as an "Irregular"—someone who entered the Tower without being chosen by it, an exceptionally rare occurrence. Even with this revelation, Bam's path forward remains unwavering. Whether it be riches, strength, fame, or reunion with Rachel, the summit of the Tower promises to fulfill every desire.

In 1999, a massive meteorite impact on Antarctica melted the ice sheets, causing global sea levels to rise dramatically and altering the world's climate, resulting in the deaths of over half of Earth's population. By 2015, the remaining human civilization faces new threats from mysterious beings called Angels—creatures of unknown origin that relentlessly destroy what is left of the world. Shinji Ikari, a 14-year-old boy, arrives in the fortified city of Tokyo-3, destined to fight these Angels. Recruited by his father's secret organization, NERV, Shinji is tasked with piloting an Evangelion, a colossal bio-mechanical robot built to battle the Angels. Bearing the burden of saving the world, Shinji must find the courage and resolve to protect both the future and himself. However, as the frequency of conflicts between Evangelions and Angels increases, the grim truth about their world slowly comes to light.

Kazuki Hoshino values his ordinary daily life above all else. His school days are filled with easygoing moments spent with friends—until the transfer student Aine Aya arrives and shatters that peace. The moment this cold, beautiful girl appears in his classroom, she speaks to him in baffling terms: "I've come to destroy you. This is my 13,118th transfer. After going through so many, I started getting bored, so this time I'll add some fun by making a formal declaration." With these enigmatic words, Kazuki's cherished everyday life descends into chaos and dread—Aya's sudden arrival hints at hidden secrets behind his seemingly ordinary friends, including the mysterious devices known as "boxes."

In Bakemonogatari, Koyomi Araragi is no stranger to the supernatural. During his third year of high school spring break, he unexpectedly becomes a vampire after an encounter with Kiss-Shot Acerola-Orion Heart-Under-Blade. Submerged in a realm of anomalies, Araragi finds himself aiding classmate Hitomi Senjougahara when he notices something peculiar after catching her falling down the school stairs. He learns that a mythical crab has been stealing her weight. Though she warns him off with harsh words, Araragi manages to convince her to accept his help. To address this bizarre problem, they seek out Meme Oshino, the mysterious wanderer who previously helped Araragi overcome his vampiric condition. This narrative explores the hidden monsters within each individual, raising questions about how deeply they are concealed within those Araragi meets.

Yuugi Mutou, a high school student frequently targeted by bullies, spends his nights absorbed in board games and puzzles within his room. His love for games stems from his grandfather, who runs the game shop where they both live. After solving the ancient Millennium Puzzle one night, Yuugi awakens a concealed, darker identity called Yami Yuugi. In moments of intense stress, Yuugi transforms into this bold and fearsome alter ego, assuming the role of a vengeful figure who challenges bullies and wrongdoers to high-stakes games, where losing brings severe repercussions. As Yuugi and his dark counterpart gain allies among those who once tormented him, they forge strong bonds with these new companions. However, the group soon faces enemies far more dangerous than school bullies—people who twist games for evil purposes, putting Yuugi and his friends' lives at risk.

In Zaregoto, a teenager who withdrew from a prestigious Houston program for gifted young minds journeys to a secluded private island. Upon arrival, they meet the island's owner, who lives in near isolation and interacts mainly with brilliant individuals, mostly young women. Their reality is torn apart when one of these geniuses is found with their head severed one morning.

In her final memory, Natsu Iwashimizu shares cherished meals with her family. However, upon waking, she discovers she's on a sinking ship, saved by three unfamiliar faces: Arashi Aota, whose kindness is matched only by his short fuse; Semimaru Asai, who teases Natsu's shy demeanor; and Botan Saotome, a skilled individual who grasps the gravity of their situation. Together, they manage to escape and navigate towards a deserted island. Unbeknownst to them, this enigmatic land is actually post-apocalyptic Japan. A meteorite impact has eradicated human life and transformed the planet's ecosystem. To repopulate the earth, the government initiated the "7 Seeds" program, sending five teams—Spring, Summer A, Summer B, Autumn, and Winter—each comprising seven resilient youth and a guide. Natsu and her crew belong to Summer B, deemed social outliers. Their survival hinges on finding one of seven government shelters for supplies. In a perilous, alien world devoid of familiar support, the quartet must learn to work together to endure.

In a bleak future, a controversial law known as the National Welfare Act compels citizens between the ages of 18 and 24 to sacrifice their lives for the nation. One day prior to their demise, these selected individuals are informed via "Ikigami" messages delivered by government officials. The sole rationale provided by the government for this law is to foster a deeper respect for life among its populace. Kengo Fujimoto, a recent recruit as an Ikigami messenger, harbors reservations about the law but keeps his thoughts hidden to evade the watchful eye of the national police. Kengo hopes that through the process of delivering these fatal notifications, he can clarify his personal views on the matter. "Ikigami" explores the diverse reactions of those who learn of their impending death, ranging from acts of compassion to emotionally-driven transgressions. These individuals' decisions and actions deeply influence those around them and ultimately shape Kengo's perspective on the law.

One year ago, Aika Fuwa and her parents died under mysterious circumstances. Her older brother, Mahiro, sets out to find the truth and avenge her death. Unaware to Mahiro, his childhood friend and Aika’s secret boyfriend, Yoshino Takigawa, gets drawn into the mystery when a strange woman confronts him at gunpoint. Yoshino learns that the government suspects Mahiro of being connected to a strange condition called "iron sickness" in areas where he was last seen. As Mahiro and Yoshino become fugitives, their search for Aika’s killers becomes more dangerous and urgent. To find out more about his sister’s murder, Mahiro makes a deal with Hakaze Kusaribe, the most powerful sorceress in the world, who is trapped on a remote island. As the princess and leader of the Kusaribe Clan, Hakaze agrees to help Mahiro’s investigation if he frees her from her exile. Once freed, Hakaze plans to stop the "Tree of Exodus" from being awakened again to prevent a global disaster. Her former assistant, Samon Kusaribe, had her exiled and stripped of her magical powers on the island to stop her from interfering with his plans to bring back the tree. As Mahiro and Yoshino race against time to save the world from the effects of the "Trees of Exodus and Genesis," they get closer to uncovering the deeper secrets behind Aika’s death, realizing that the murder may be closely connected to the chaos happening around them.

L Change the WorLd takes place as a direct continuation of the Death Note film adaptation, focusing solely on L during his final 23 days after capturing Kira. The novel broadens the movie by adding numerous scenes and events that were left out of the film.

In a world without seasons, where advanced technology once ravaged the Earth and science spiraled out of control, four individuals seek a door to hell concealed deep beneath the surface. By coincidence, they cross paths: Mihai, a former hitman now working as a bartender; Haine, a deranged and psychopathic person; Naoto, a vengeful yet compassionate soul; and Badou, a freelance operative.

Eight hundred years ago, Xie Lian was a highly esteemed Crown Prince of flawless lineage, a favored choice of Heaven with limitless promise. Even after attaining godhood and amassing tens of thousands of worshippers, his destiny turned cruel. Time and again, he was stripped of his power and cast down to the lowest depths. Centuries later, Xie Lian ascends once more, though this time he has no followers or incense offerings. One day, after returning from scavenging, he brings a peculiar young man back to his home. This individual is Hua Cheng, the terrifying Ghost King whose very name sends chills down everyone's spines.

In "Vassalord," Charley, a cyborg vampire, executes the Vatican's secret missions under the direction of Johnny Rayflo, a dissolute vampire. Their relationship is defined by both strife and cooperation, resulting in a blend of comedy, violence, and blasphemous deeds. Battling his unquenchable thirst for blood, Charley confronts a young vampire princess, a dubious faction of the Unitarian Church, and even his own master. The release additionally features the self-contained story "Volume 2: Zoul Half."

Ginji Amano, a calm and pragmatic blonde who can generate electric currents, partners with Ban Mido, a boisterous brunette with glasses and a mysterious "Evil Eye" that lets him create illusions in others' minds. As the GetBackers, they are famous for their unmatched retrieval skills, boasting a nearly flawless success rate in recovering lost items for their clients. However, they need to find new clients quickly if they want to avoid going broke. This energetic duo takes on challenges while keeping their lively and adventurous style of solving mysteries and reclaiming lost treasures.

In a grim city where criminal organizations hold more power than the legitimate government, Yukio "Yuki" Kousei and his best friend Tetsushi "Tetsu" sell counterfeit drugs to survive. When Yuki's younger sibling falls gravely ill and needs hospital treatment, they decide to rob the safe at the Seidoukai headquarters, a feared yakuza group, aiming to steal a large amount of untraceable cash. Though the robbery goes wrong, Yuki catches the attention of the syndicate's young leader, Kazutaka Hyodo. Hyodo offers to cover Yuki's brother's medical expenses and overlook the break-in, but on one condition: Yuki must visit Hyodo's office every week without fail. With his brother's health at stake, Yuki accepts the terms immediately. As he complies with this arrangement, tensions escalate between the Seidoukai and a rising gang eager to seize control.

In a futuristic Japan, the Sibyl System digitizes and scrutinizes the human mind, assigning citizens optimal lives and evaluating their potential for criminal behavior through their "Psycho-Pass." Despite this system, crimes still occur, leading to the creation of the Ministry of Welfare's Public Safety Bureau (MWPSB). Due to a shortage of personnel, the MWPSB employs latent criminals known as Enforcers, who have exceeded the acceptable Psycho-Pass threshold due to ethical decay, under the supervision of skilled Inspectors. These Enforcers use Dominators, advanced weapons that detect a target's Psycho-Pass, to work alongside Inspectors in apprehending lawbreakers. Akane Tsunemori, one of the few deemed fit by the System for service in the MWPSB, is assigned as a fresh Inspector in Criminal Investigation Division 01. Guided by her steadfast commitment to justice, Tsunemori maintains a stable Psycho-Pass when facing incorrigible criminals from both sides of the legal spectrum. However, early in her tenure, she encounters an anomaly: a criminal with the Psycho-Pass of an honest individual.

Rumors about the late Wei Wuxian continue to spread without ever fading. Known for his ability to control the dead, he remains a figure of both awe and fear within the cultivation world, even 13 years after his death. After awakening in the body of a young man who had been bullied and sought revenge against his abusive family by offering his soul, Wei Wuxian now faces new challenges. Wei Wuxian, a clever yet playful cultivator, cannot resist his nature. He disrupts a ritual meant to seal a powerful cursed arm, an act overseen by the Lan Sect, a major cultivation group based in Gusu and home to his old friend, the composed and restrained Lan Wangji. Despite wanting to keep his past hidden, Wei Wuxian becomes entangled in the dark secrets of the ruling cultivation sects. Collaborating with Lan Wangji, he sets out to uncover the mystery behind the cursed arm, only to find that their investigation barely scratches the surface. The truth could reveal the cause of his own infamous fall from grace.

In the Narcotics Control Department of the Bureau of Health and Welfare, Kai Etou and Haru Kurabayashi start their careers as crime investigators. At 22, Kai is kind-hearted but struggles with physical strength and finds it difficult to harm others, even when necessary. Joining the department as a "matori"—a term for narcotics investigators—Kai aims to help those battling drug addiction. Haru, a self-aware and hardworking colleague, initially sees Kai as ineffective and too lenient, keeping his distance. Their first assignment involves capturing a well-known drug dealer. During the operation, a physical fight with the suspect triggers a sudden shift in Kai, turning him into a relentless force. As Kai and Haru investigate more drug-related cases, they gradually uncover the mystery behind Kai’s sudden behavioral change and his hidden past. Included one-shot: Volume 5: Drug Hunter (prototype)

In a world where humanity is on the verge of extinction due to gigantic humanoid creatures called Titans, survivors have taken refuge inside walled cities. Over time, most people have forgotten the true danger and grown complacent with their imprisoned existence. Angel Aaltonen, once one of those oblivious citizens, witnesses the Titans' real terror and realizes how fragile their defenses are. Driven to protect his comrades, he dedicates himself to creating a powerful weapon capable of fighting these monsters. Years later, Kuklo, who was found as an infant in the regurgitated remains of a Titan and labeled the "son of the Titan," is freed from his cage after a lifetime of imprisonment. Gaining awareness of his own life, Kuklo finds purpose in confronting a Titan directly, seeking to understand why humans have always feared and suspected him. He joins the Survey Corps, unaware that he might be the key the struggling military force has been waiting for. "Attack on Titan: Before the Fall" weaves together two distinct but connected stories that chronicle humanity's struggle, suffering, and determination to transform from passive victims into active opponents of the Titans.

Kyoya Ida is a formidable detective stationed at the Shinjuku Police precinct. Renowned for his ruthless approach to law enforcement, Ida has earned a reputation as an officer who does not hesitate to use deadly force to resolve cases. This makes him a controversial figure among both his peers and higher-ups at the National Police Agency. Despite this, Ida garners respect from some colleagues for his bold and effective tactics, particularly when conventional methods fail to bring criminals to justice.

Ikuo Ryuuzaki and Tatsuya Danno spent their youth at Mahoroba Orphanage, cared for by their beloved teacher, Yuiko. Her guidance was essential to both of them. But their lives changed forever one night when they saw her violently killed. Though they testified that a man was the culprit, police forced them to stay quiet. The boys realized the murder investigation concealed a darker secret, one shielded by authorities. Trusting no one, Ryuuzaki and Danno chose to work in secret to catch the powerful perpetrator, even if it meant taking action themselves. The only justice that mattered was revealing the full truth behind Yuiko's death. Fifteen years later, Ryuuzaki works for the Shinjuku Police Department as the top investigator in the second division, while secretly collaborating with Danno, who has become a prominent yakuza figure. Driven by revenge and deep love for their teacher, the two friends are determined to find the killer and exact retribution for the evil that stole their innocence.

In the core of Gangnam, a complete blackout has taken over the area. A young man comes to consciousness inside a structure encircled by corpses, wondering whether he is the only one left alive and trying to understand what happened. There is no traffic on the roads, no electricity, and not even any light from the stars. It soon becomes apparent that this emptiness is not limited to just Gangnam but has spread throughout the whole city.

In the world of the Shinigami, there is no escape from responsibility. Asato Tsuzuki, a "Guardian of Death" serving in the Ministry of Hades, is tasked with guiding departed souls to the afterlife. However, stubborn spirits and human wickedness often hinder his work. Among these difficult duties, can Tsuzuki ever expect to earn acknowledgment—or is he doomed to forever pay for the damage caused?