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Ever since the king of Lugunica's Royal Capital passed away, chaos has befallen the city. The lack of a leader has caused the deterioration of the royal family, necessitating an urgent election to determine the next successor. Accompanying Emilia to a crucial meeting is Subaru Natsuki, who unknowingly protected the emblem that granted Emilia access to the Royal Election. Subaru is devoted to aiding Emilia in every possible way, but she urges him to rest and relax in the capital after an attack by a demonic creature. However, when Subaru sees Emilia being mistreated by both the public and her opponents, can he maintain his vow to defend the person he cherishes above all else?
After millennia in hiding, Mina Tepes, the Princess of the ancient covenant and ruler of all vampires, wants change. Using the vast wealth of the Tepes line, she has paid off the entire gross national debt of Japan and in so doing, gained the authority to create a "special district" off the coast of Japan that is to become the future haven to vampires the world over! Now, on the eve of the landmark press conference announcing the existence of vampires to the world, terrorists and rival factions are plotting to assassinate Mina Tepes before she has a chance to make her world-changing announcement.
Upon Mina Tepes' return to the Bund seven years ago, Tokyo has been preparing to host the Summer Olympics in 2020. Mina was set to be the guest of honor during the opening ceremony. Unfortunately, during her speech in front of TV cameras, terrorists unexpectedly infiltrated the stadium. They demanded that Mina shut down the Bund and remove all vampires from Japan. Mina and her unwavering werewolf protector, Akira, find themselves confronting the terrorists and ensuring the safety of innocent bystanders. While dealing with this new threat, Mina is haunted by her past and must confront other enemies who will stop at nothing to eliminate vampires for good.
Dear Citizen, We appreciate your loyalty, especially during these troubled times when people seem unmotivated and apathetic. You may be wondering why nothing is being done to stop this decline. Rest assured, we are taking measures to address the issue. Starting immediately, we will randomly select a citizen each day and they will be notified of their demise within 24 hours. This will serve as a reminder of how precious life is and the importance of being a productive member of society. Thank you for your attention and cooperation. Congratulations, you have been randomly selected by the government to participate in this reminder. Note: This piece was nominated for the Angoulême International Comics Festival in 2009.
In the year 2034, AI technology had incredibly progressed, and the humanoid creation "Totomo" had gained widespread acceptance. Tamotsu, a regular office employee, experiences the loss of his daughter and subsequently undergoes an accident that leads to a replacement of half of his body with mechanical elements. Striving to maintain a normal life with his spouse, Tamotsu faces difficulties when his mechanical components begin to malfunction...
Despite being a newcomer to Hinamizawa, Keiichi Maebara has already bonded with a tightknit group of friends that includes Satoko Houjou, Rika Furude, Mion Sonozaki, and Rena Ryuuguu. Their after-school club is a happy haven of games and laughter, yet behind the smiles lie hidden sorrows and painful secrets. Curiously, these unsettling events seem eerily familiar. As one astute observer watches in anticipation, they are determined to intervene and avert the tragic outcome they foresee. As preparations for the annual Cotton Drifting Festival gather momentum, a sense of unease gnaws at them. It becomes increasingly apparent that someone within their ranks is manipulating events to ensure a disaster unfolds.
"Only do good deeds."—Asura follows his late mother's teachings and always strives to do good in life. No matter how much he is bullied, he goes on with a smile, firmly believing that evildoers will receive divine punishment. Until one day, an ominous old man offers him a key that can open the doors to hell...
After a messy breakup, college freshman Yoh Yagisawa returns home only to find she has an unexpected male roommate! Introducing himself as her old childhood friend who moved abroad, handsome Haruma Hirose is back to do a homestay. He's totally hot, super nice, and always there when Yoh's in trouble... but could Haruma's timing be a little too perfect? Plus, the house next door, where he claims to have lived—didn't the family there all commit suicide...?
Discover the illicit digital realm known as "Shokugyou Koroshiya" where competing assassins vie for the lowest bid on coveted contracts. Kumo, the top enforcer for the agency, is tasked with safeguarding a closely-guarded memory and maintaining his ruthless reputation. Alongside the lethal Megumi the Mantis and KEI, the webmaster prodigy, they must navigate treacherous situations in pursuit of their goals.
Karen Heyer finds herself standing on a bleak and somber day, the squelching mud underfoot and a light rain drenching her to the core. This moment always marks the return of her past memories after each regression. Karen has lived through her life countless times, yet her fate is always the same - an early death. Initially, she thought she had woken up in a captivating novel that compelled her to follow the narrative to reach a happy conclusion. Unfortunately, she is never destined for contentment. Despite her efforts, no matter what she does, who she interacts with or what she says, a violent end awaits her. After 99 failed attempts, Karen decides to take a radical approach - murder. Ninety-nine deaths would break anyone, and Karen has never considered herself exceptional. However, she believes that attempting something different may lead her to a different fate altogether.
Kikuno Kei is the nickname given to Kay, a typical college-goer who also serves as a part-time assassin with abilities similar to John Wick.
Having kept his family in cryosleep for two decades, the head of Glass Mansion now faces a challenge as his eldest son, Ichirou, awakens from deep sleep. Ichirou struggles to accept the fact that he has missed out on a significant part of his life. Fuelled by his anger and frustration, he sets out on a quest for revenge, targeting those responsible for robbing him of his past. Meanwhile, Ichirou's sibling, Shirou, becomes aware of the hazardous implications of cryosleep, which led to its ban across the nation. Shirou desperately tries to stop Ichirou before his wrath takes a dangerous turn.