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With the use of manga's visual language, Yoshihiro Tatsumi revolutionized comics storytelling over four decades ago by telling raw, literary short stories about daily life. As the "pioneer of Japanese alternative comics," he has influenced countless artists. Despite this, his works were not widely available outside of Japan until recently. Abandon the Old in Tokyo is a mesmerizing collection of short stories that showcases Tatsumi's talent for depicting poetry, humor, and deep unease. The Village Voice praises Tatsumi's "fearless" and "starkly beautiful" art style, while Publishers Weekly describes his stories as "marvelously evocative" and "dreamlike." Bookforum observes Tatsumi's ability to depict people on the fringes of society with both empathy and admiration, presenting a world full of lost souls, thwarted ambitions, and surprising redemption.

Kyungtae is an innocent guy with a good heart who really enjoys spending time with kids, but he’s always been bullied by the women around him. One day, Kyungtae is selected as a beta tester for a dating simulation game featuring gorgeous girls. However, his excitement doesn’t last long, because when he tries to run the game, it doesn’t even launch or install properly, so he ends up tossing it aside… But then, all of a sudden, something supernatural happens, and he starts to see the affection levels of every woman he comes across! Hmm… that includes Min Jia, the queen of the university and the girl who’s been teasing him ever since their school days…

First appeared on Qpa Vol.72

Lu Wuji, an average thug, stumbles upon Xiao Zhai, a young woman skilled in hunting demons. As they embark on a perilous journey, they realize that their encounter was no coincidence, and their bizarre adventure unfolds in a world where the supernatural prevails, despite the myths that surround it.

Explanation of Terms: Guo Shi - A distinguished honor granted to spiritual leaders in China, signifying 'Master of the World'. Description: Picture a character from an erotic novel coming alive, with a basic urge to improve themselves, rest, and engage in a bit of playful banter with Guo Shi. However, everything in their surroundings appears to acquire a life of its own. Additionally, the dragon throne is attempting to seduce the emperor! (Please note that there may be some implicit content, but nothing explicit.)

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Sophie, a reclusive vampire girl, rescued Akari when she was lost in a forest. Akari's admiration for Sophie was ignited by this experience, despite her inclination towards a solitary existence.

Ren is a developing lycanthrope who stars in an enchanting story about his journey to fit in with an unfamiliar society. Unfortunately, his existence is peppered with cryptic mysteries involving a perplexing curse, an abundance of demons, and a terrifying portal connected to the Lost Domain.

"I aim to mold you into an unchanging form," said Mathew. Mathew Rayner lived a solitary life amid towering skyscrapers and pursued his passion for sculpting. However, when he met Jin, an alluring man, he felt an instant pull. Mathew asked Jin to model for his art, but things took a dark turn as their relationship became twisted. In a corrupt world of greed and deceit, Mathew gathered his courage and approached Jin Cheong-woo, the Shinhae Faction's leader, with an offer. "But, you must follow my every command," he stated. The story of two men, one who had built a wall around himself while the other looked down on the world, as they hid their true desires. Their journey began here.

With the curious ability to transform into the opposite sex under the radiance of the moon, Ji Xianfeng and Zhao Yushuang crossed paths by fate one fateful evening. Discovering each other's secret talents led to comical shenanigans and a lasting friendship between the two. Witness the unfolding of a lively story about school romance and humor.