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At the invitation of Risa Shiromine, Kaede Honjou logs into the virtual reality MMORPG New World Online as her character, Maple. Despite her lack of gaming experience, she invests all her status points into defense. As a result, Maple is sluggish, incapable of using magic, and constantly targeted by rabbits. However, her high vitality points grant her the "Absolute Defense" skill and a counter ability that can eliminate enemies with a single blow. Thus, Maple becomes a "mobile fortress" player with a unique poison ability that can neutralize attacks and overcome obstacles. Undeterred by her unorthodox approach, she embarks on an adventure.
A decade ago, the valiant Max triumphed over the dreaded Demon Lord. Seeking to recuperate his strength, the Demon Lord underwent a prolonged slumber, but upon awakening, found himself confined to a diminutive and less intimidating form. Intrigued by his adversary's current pursuits, the Demon Lord pays Max a visit, only to learn that the once glorious hero now resides in a shabby studio. In a bid to aid his former nemesis in reclaiming his former might, the Demon Lord chooses to reside with Max and collaborate towards making him a worthy contender once again!
The Hiiragi Family, a revered religious group known as the Order of the Imperial Demons, established their prominence in society a thousand years ago. However, the Ichinose Family severed ties and formed their own rival faction, the Order of the Imperial Moon, five centuries later. In retaliation, the Hiiragis created a restrictive system at the school they governed, intending to hinder the Ichinose heir's growth. Adhering to cultural norms, Guren Ichinose, a potential leader and skilled wizard, defied the odds by enrolling into the enemy First Shibuya High. He concealed his extraordinary abilities, braving attacks by other students. Unfortunately, Mahiru Hiiragi, the Hiiragi Family's future head and a person from Guren's previous life, became interested in him. Meanwhile, Guren grew wary of a looming disturbance, seeking to boost his powers. Misguidedly, he remained unaware that his friend also harbored the same yearning.
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 midst of Japan's civil war, a young boy, bearing a distinct short horn on his forehead, becomes ensnared in an unforeseen turn of events. His dull existence suddenly takes a radical shift as he saves a fugitive female ninja who insists on being his servant, exposing his secret identity as an emperor. With a plethora of girls joining his journey, he embarks on a thrilling expedition full of idiosyncratic stories. Unravel the future of this small but intrepid troupe and their impending fate.
The existence of monster hunters is vital to ensure humanity's survival in a world where monstrous beasts live alongside humans. Among them, Raiga uses his physical strength and impulsiveness to defeat monsters, while Keres stays level-headed and plans out long-range attacks. Although shy and introverted, Tolche's skill in setting deadly traps is remarkable. Together, these three hunters face enormous and seemingly invincible creatures that pose a grave threat to mankind.
When Sakura Hiromi was young, he yearned to be a hero. However, he now works a mundane job in an office. Despite still longing for his childhood ambition, he feels it's impossible until he rescues a youngster and becomes a magical girl out of the blue. From that pivotal moment, his fantasies turn into actuality.
When Zen was just seven years old, an enigmatic entity known as Shake Hand devoured his parents, sister, and even his own leg. Sadly, Zen is not the only one who has suffered such a fate, as more and more people have fallen prey to these gloved hand incidents over the past seven years, resulting in lost families and limbs. However, Zen has felt completely impotent, that is until the night he confronts our deadly antagonist, Shake Hand, and discovers the syndicate working diligently to eliminate him, known as Bootsleg!
On the outside, Takeshi Nanase appears to be a dedicated high school student, but his inner turmoil stems from a past experience. He fixates on the opinions of others despite being an ordinary young man who is romantically involved with his lifelong pal, Kurumi Isoshima. One day, while on school premises, Takeshi encounters a girl dressed in an unusual uniform, trying to maintain her balance. The girl, Aiba Mui, confesses to being a practitioner of magic and expresses regret for inadvertently bestowing the same abilities onto Takeshi, thus initiating a chain of unexpected events.
A rare few individuals are born with the Minus Skill, a negative condition that can greatly hinder their abilities. One such individual, a skilled swordsman with this affliction, is repeatedly denied entrance to groups seeking adventure due to the perceived liability his Minus Skill presents. Frustrated with constant rejection and determined to overcome his disadvantage, he sets out on a journey to a dungeon that may hold the solution he seeks. Along the way, he meets a Priestess who also possesses a Minus Skill. Instead of impeding each other, their skills seem to complement each other perfectly. As they navigate the dungeon, they begin to question whether their negative skills could actually work in harmony, producing positive outcomes. Could they be on the brink of unlocking a previously untapped power? This is the tale of a group of social outcasts, each weighed down by their Minus Skills, as they unite to form the ultimate adventure-seeking team.
Saichi Sugimoto, also known as the "Immortal Sugimoto," gained a reputation for his ruthless actions during the Russo-Japanese war, though he hardly deserves to be called a hero. Discharged from the army after he assaulted a higher-ranking officer, Sugimoto must now survive the unforgiving terrain of Hokkaido. Despite tirelessly searching for gold in honor of his fallen comrade, he finds no success until a mysterious traveler tells him of an urban legend. The legend speaks of a thief who stole gold from the Ainu people - natives of Hokkaido - and hid it in a secret location, marked only by a map made of tattoos from escaped prisoners. When Sugimoto meets a young Ainu girl named Asirpa, they team up to embark on a treacherous journey to find the prisoners and their treasure. But other treasure hunters, including soldiers and mercenaries, are also on the hunt for the Ainu gold, making their quest a dangerous one filled with violence and greed. Asirpa brings knowledge of the land, while Sugimoto brings the desire for revenge and riches. Together, they plunge headfirst into a perilous adventure.
EVAN was a slave. That is until the demon blood in him awakened. With his new-found power as an incubus, EVAN brings women who wronged him one by one to submission.