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Kraft Lawrence, a wandering merchant who travels alone, sees his usual routine of trading and travel change when he finds a naked girl with wolf-like features named Holo sleeping in his cart. Holo says she is a local harvest deity who people revere, but she has become tired of being the God of Good Harvest after giving the village plentiful crops every year while they did not appreciate her. She makes an agreement with Lawrence: if he helps her get away from the villagers, she will assist him with his business. As they go together to different towns, Lawrence finds out both the good things and the hard parts of being with a proud and clever wolf goddess.

In the vibrant 1920s of America, a time of peace and hope following the Great War, a sinister force threatens to disrupt this tranquility. Sister Rosette Christopher, an exorcist for the Magdala Order, is tasked with battling the demons that emerge and cause chaos. Alongside her is Chrno, and together they frequently find themselves creating more havoc than the demons they aim to vanquish. During a specific mission, they encounter a young girl named Azmaria, known for her enchanting voice, who is in danger from her own stepfather. As Rosette and Chrno strive to protect her, deeper insights into their connection come to light, revealing there is more to their partnership than initially apparent.

In the aftermath of a catastrophic event at the close of the 21st century, Japan has been reduced to a barren wasteland, halting all further progress of civilization. The current regime is ruled by an emperor and his four sons, who impose a harsh tyranny over the people. It is believed that only a "Child of Destiny" will possess the power to liberate Japan from the imperial family's oppression. Sarasa is the twin sister of Tatara, who is destined to become this Child of Destiny. Though she lives in her brother's shadow, she devotes herself to supporting him. Tragedy strikes when the Red King, the emperor's youngest son, attacks her village, resulting in Tatara's brutal death. To protect her fellow villagers, Sarasa assumes her brother's identity as the Child of Destiny and vows to seek vengeance against the Red King. This drastic change takes a toll on Sarasa's health, prompting her to visit a hot spring for recovery. During her stay, she meets Shuri, a captivating yet mysterious youth. Shuri is drawn to Sarasa because of how differently she treats him compared to others, while Sarasa finds herself increasingly preoccupied with thoughts of him. This unexpected encounter sets the stage for a destiny intertwined with warfare, resentment, and affection.

In "Red River," Yuri, an ordinary modern-day teenager, is abruptly transported to the ancient Hittite empire in Anatolia. There, she becomes the target of a ruthless queen who plans to use her as a sacrificial pawn to eliminate all other heirs and secure the throne for her own son. Fortunately, Prince Kail rescues Yuri at the last moment. He vows to help her return home, but their efforts are repeatedly hindered by the queen's relentless schemes against them, as well as the growing romance between Yuri and Kail. Additional content includes the one-shot titled "Volume 28: Orontes Renka."

During a trip to the National Library, middle schoolers Miaka Yuuki and Yui Hongo get drawn into "The Universe of The Four Gods," an old Chinese book. Miaka becomes the chosen priestess of Suzaku and needs to collect her celestial warriors to call forth the god and get three wishes. At the same time, Yui is forced to be Seiryuu's priestess by the enemy country that follows Seiryuu. Once close friends, they are now pitted against each other, caught up in a drawn-out fight to summon their gods and make their wishes come true.

In the story "Superior," the Demon Queen Sheila has already killed more than half of all humans with brutal effectiveness. As her reign of terror shows no sign of ending, the surviving humans choose a hero named Exa to defeat her and her monstrous forces. However, Exa's intentions do not match humanity's; he values the lives of both humans and monsters equally. On his journey, the idealistic Exa saves a monster girl from a dragon, unaware that this creature is actually the Demon Queen herself. Intrigued by a human who shows kindness to enemies, Sheila adopts the persona of a shy and lovesick monster, joining Exa on his quest while secretly planning to betray him. Despite repeated exposure to Exa's beliefs, Sheila remains firm in her plans, though she often hesitates to act on them, suggesting that her fabricated feelings may be becoming genuine.

Rain Jewlitt, a 624-year-old immortal known as the Methuselah, is a laid-back individual who dresses like a priest. With his eternal youth, he's become a target, with a substantial bounty on his head for the secret of his immortality. Machika Balfaltin, a 14-year-old tomboy with boundless energy, sets out to kill Methuselah after her grandfather, the renowned assassin Zol the Grim Reaper, failed to do so. Her goal is to claim the bounty her grandfather couldn't. However, Rain continually rescues her from other bounty hunters who attempt to eliminate them both.

In this dark and gritty reimagining of classic fairy tales, Prince Ludwig is sent by his father on a mission to find a proper bride, unlike the female corpses he often brings into the castle. Accompanied by his servant Wilhelm, Ludwig travels across the kingdom in search of virtuous maidens from well-known stories, hoping to secure a wife.

Return to the enchanted realm of the Four Gods with this prequel to the legendary Fushigi Yugi! Takiko Okuda, an ordinary high school student, tries to destroy her father's translation of The Universe of the Four Gods, only to be pulled into the book's world as the Priestess of Genbu. Her task is to gather the seven Celestial Warriors. Her first encounter is with Limdo, a mysterious fugitive and Celestial Warrior who bears a "woman" kanji tattoo on his chest. Limdo can control the wind and transform into a female form. Takiko then meets Chamka, an archer pursuing Limdo. Chamka is revealed to be another of the seven Celestial Warriors... A one-shot included in volume 6: Ayashi no Ceres Gaiden.

This sequel to Superior continues the tale of a hero who sets out to vanquish the demon queen, all while traveling with their greatest foe.

In "Seirei Gensouki: Spirit Chronicles," Rio, a pessimistic orphan raised in the slums, discovers at the age of seven that he is the reincarnation of Haruto Amakawa, a Japanese university student burdened by a tragic past. Alongside this revelation, he comes to realize his own remarkable magical abilities. Using these powers, he saves a kidnapped child, which gains him recognition and a spot at a prestigious academy for the nobility.

Lena Ha, the powerful and striking captain of her school's kendo team, meets Hye-Min Kang, whose father leads a major Korean corporation. They are instantly drawn to each other. But when Lena discovers they are half-siblings, she flees in shock, jumps into a strange body of water, and awakens in an unknown kingdom where she realizes she may be crucial to its salvation.

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.

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.

Deep inside the Black Forest, where poisonous mushrooms grow in abundance, a witch named Luna lives by herself. Her skin is toxic enough to harm anyone who touches her, and her breath is lethal at close range, forcing her to remain isolated from the nearby town. Even so, Luna regularly goes to the town to deliver medicine and buy new books for reading. Though she has never caused any trouble for the townspeople, many are afraid to interact with her because she is a black witch in a kingdom ruled by white witches. Left to observe from afar as people accept her medicine and chat freely among themselves, Luna feels a strong pull toward their lives, even when it means putting herself at risk.

In this retelling of the classic Ribbon no Kishi, the story takes place in a medieval fantasy world where Princess Sapphire is forced to pose as a male prince in order to inherit the throne, since women are not allowed to rule. This ruse starts at her birth when her father, the King, announces that his newborn is a son instead of a daughter. The King makes this choice to stop Duke Duralumon, an evil character who would tyrannically govern the kingdom if he became king, and the King is resolved to avoid this at any cost.

In Table Land, a mystical realm, shooting stars that fall take the form of witches and are tied to a cat—so when the witch dies, the cat dies too. The story opens with one witch's demise, leaving her cat still alive, and another witch who descended from the sky, soon abandoned by the death of her guardian. Bereft, both begin a solitary quest for a place they can call home. Will the shadows of the past overshadow them, or will the light of hope guide the way? Come along on this peculiar tale of Table Land.

Guts, once known as the Black Swordsman and a mercenary, pursues a path of vengeance. After enduring a brutal childhood, he finds someone he can trust and respect, but that bond is shattered when that person betrays him, stripping away everything precious to him in pursuit of their own ambitions. Now marked for death, Guts faces unrelenting persecution from dark forces. Driven by a grim and tragic mission, wielding immense strength and a colossal sword, he pushes forward undeterred by any obstacle, even death itself, until he can confront the one who stole his and his lover's humanity. This synopsis also includes a one-shot titled "Berserk: The Prototype," featured in Volume 14.

In a world where alchemists can alter and transform matter through their expertise, these practitioners are esteemed for their knowledge and abilities. Yet, despite alchemy's immense power, it cannot accomplish everything—especially human transmutation, which is forbidden due to its severe repercussions. Disregarding these warnings, the brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric attempt to bring their deceased mother back to life through human transmutation. The attempt ends in catastrophe: Edward loses his left leg, and Alphonse loses his entire body. In a desperate move, Edward sacrifices his own right arm to bind Alphonse's soul to a suit of armor. Time passes, and the two brothers set out on a journey across the nation in search of the Philosopher's Stone, hoping to regain their original bodies. Their quest, however, reveals far darker truths than they ever anticipated.

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 the depths of the unfathomably deep Abyss, one girl and a mysterious robot embark on a perilous journey to unravel its secrets. Orth, a town constructed around the edge of the immense Abyss, thrives on the tales of those who dare to explore its uncharted territories, known as Cave Raiders. Among the town's residents is Riko, a young girl whose mother, a legendary Cave Raider, disappeared on an expedition years ago. Riko's destiny shifts when she discovers Reg, an enigmatic robot seemingly originating from the Abyss itself. Believing Reg to be a message from her lost mother, Riko decides to venture into the Abyss with Reg, ready to confront the myriad dangers that await them.

With the Demon King finally vanquished, the victorious hero party gathers one last time before going their separate ways. A decade of adventure has bonded mage Frieren, hero Himmel, priest Heiter, and warrior Eisen, but as they prepare to part, Frieren—being an elf—must face the painful reality of watching her friends grow old and die due to the vast difference in elven lifespans. Before his passing, Heiter entrusts a young human mage apprentice named Fern into Frieren’s care. Driven by her enduring passion for collecting all kinds of magical spells, Frieren sets out with Fern on a journey to revisit the places where the heroes once fought. Along the way, Frieren struggles with regret over the chances she missed to build deeper bonds with her late companions.

Long ago, the kingdom of Kouka was ruled by a red dragon who took human form. Alongside him were four warriors, each bearing dragon blood, who helped usher in an era of prosperity. With time, this tale became nothing more than a children’s fable. Yona, the sole princess of Kouka, lives a life of luxury and ease. She cherishes her cousin, Su-won, and is protected by her guardian, Son Hak. However, she remains oblivious to the hardships that lie beyond the castle walls. Her idyllic world comes crashing down when Su-won orchestrates a violent coup and slays her father. Fleeing for her life, Yona escapes with Hak as her sole companion. Despite facing countless foes, the exiled princess is resolute in her desire to save her homeland. A banished priest reveals to her that the only hope for restoring order lies in locating the four legendary dragon warriors. Inspired by this seemingly fantastical quest, Yona sets out on a journey to find these warriors, driven by her determination to reclaim her rightful place as ruler of Kouka.

Chise Hatori has always been able to see supernatural beings, but that ability has never brought her happiness. Abandoned by her parents, she endures a harsh life and eventually decides to sell herself at a slave market in hopes of finding a place to belong. There, she is offered as a rare "Sleigh Beggy," someone with extraordinary magical sensitivity. Her last hope is Elias Ainsworth, a mysterious magician who appears more creature than human. Instead of making her a slave, he chooses to take her in as both his apprentice and his bride. Taken to Elias's home in the English countryside, Chise enters a world where fairies and dragons live alongside humans. But she soon realizes that her new life brings fears as well as wonders. At the center of it all is the unsettling question of whether she has fallen into the hands of something even more dangerous than the hardships she left behind.