In the event that a divine being's name is eradicated from memory, it will undergo a metamorphosis, transforming into a malevolent entity and ultimately disappearing altogether. Within a crumbling sanctuary resides a nearly-forgotten god who discovers comfort in an unlikely alliance with a young girl called Kokono, as it could be their only hope of averting the deity's plunge into obscurity.
In this chapter, the connection between Suou, a warrior in debt, and Sakaki, the demon who previously rescued him, is expounded upon.
In 1440, nine years after Jeanne d'Arc's execution in Rouen, the Hundred Years' War is in its final stages. The nobility of France, driven by greed, rebels against King Charles VII, seeking to restore feudal power and oppose his centralizing reforms. Despite being united in the fight against the English, they have turned against the crown, jeopardizing the nation's escape from the war. Emily du May, a French duke's illegitimate daughter, is taken in by Robert de Baudricourt and raised as "Emil," following Jeanne's footsteps. When Robert is summoned by Constable Richemont to fight the rebels, Emil confronts her foster father and demands to accompany the French loyalists. Emil is determined to carry out Jeanne's mission and sees visions of her predecessor. She faces the rebels led by Dauphin Louis, Charles VII's power-hungry son, as she travels across the nation Jeanne tried to unify.
During the end of the Sui Dynasty, two wanderers coincidentally discover the Scroll of Immortality which reveals a secret form of martial arts, granting them exceptional combat abilities that make them crucial contenders in the political unrest gripping ancient China. This graphic novel vividly portrays prominent figures from that time in full-color, including Li Shi Min and YuWen HuaJi.
In the story, there was a massive, enigmatic blast that took place right in the heart of the city. Three individuals, In (燐), RyuJin (劉進), and the elusive herb merchant Ami (俄靡), embark on a quest to unravel the mystery behind this event. While In had been cursed by his master, he chose to commit benevolent acts in the world of mortals. RyuJin, on the other hand, sought vengeance for the destruction of his village. Together with Ami, they delved into their thrilling journey to uncover the cause and provide an explanation for the unexplained explosion.
In this sequel to Pink Lady, Hyeon-Seok reunites with Gyeo-Wul to embark on an adventure through time, exploring an alternate reality art history, leaving their mundane lives behind.
Otto Carius' memoirs, Tigers in the Mud, have been transformed into a manga solely using watercolors. The story centers around Tiger Ace Carius, a brave German tank commander, who single-handedly took down more than 150 tanks during World War II. In 1941, Carius joined the 20th Panzer Division to fight against the Russian attack, then later transferred to the 502 Tiger battalion in 1943. He fought in Leningrad and Narva, Estonia before eventually being injured in the summer of 1944. At the beginning of 1945, he became the commander of a Jagdtiger company, but later surrendered to the Americans in May. Miyazaki's manga adaptation focuses on Carius' fight against the Soviet army in Estonia and depicts all characters as pigs. The series is known by the subtitle "Mousou Nouto," meaning "Fantasy Note," depicting a wild or crazy delusion from the previous manga "Zassou Note," both published in the same venue (http://www.nausicaa.net).
Wi-Lan had always aspired to attend a prestigious private high school, despite being born into a family of fishermen. Her elation knew no bounds when she received the acceptance letter, but her joy was short-lived as her financial struggles were ridiculed and scorned by her well-to-do peers. She was constantly subjected to taunting and practical jokes. However, the introduction of a new transfer student, San-Yue, presented a twist of fate. Wi-Lan immediately found herself drawn to him, much like the other girls. However, when she confessed her feelings to him, he vanished without a word. It turns out that San-Yue and his family have a dark secret that they are concealing.
This is a brief, colorful piece consisting of 8 separate cases that are ultimately linked together. The individual stories are heavily imbued with an offbeat and peculiar tone.
The young boy accompanies his senpai to the beach for a date.
A brief wordless story about a young lady and her companion.
This story is about a clique of people possessing ESP talents. Some abilities are more advantageous than others, and lifestyles can range from ordinary to extraordinary.
An uncomplicated yet poignant tale regarding the realm beyond death. Prior to embarking on the journey towards either paradise or damnation, a human spirit makes a stop at a bar in the afterlife which lies between the two diverging paths. Track the events that unfold as the soul enters the bar.
In search of the golden seeds that could bring prosperity to his people's food supply, Prince Shuna sets out from his small village. During his journey, he encounters slavery and rescues two young girls before reaching the land of god-men. There, he discovers the shocking truth about the grain and the slave trade.
The introductory part of this series narrates the tale of Ga's inaugural winter as a ghost.
