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In the future, a vast starfaring society has been established by humanity. However, the community is suffering from melancholy and monotony as they are continuously conquered and dominated by an aggressor. To fight against this widespread apathy, Herlock decides to take initiative and rally a group of rebels aboard his spacecraft, Arcadia, to launch daring attacks on those who oppress Earth. The invaders include the Mazone, a species of organic, plant-like women who had visited Earth in the distant past and have come back to claim it as their own.
Minato's apartment appears akin to a deserted island due to its secluded nature and modest proportions. Despite being of elementary age, Minato shoulders the burden of looking after his younger sister, Nagisa, who yearns for their mother's infrequent homecomings. On a sudden visit, their mother treats them to the amusement park and hands Minato some cash before leaving them high up on the Ferris wheel. While ascending, a bolt of lightning strikes their carriage, leaving Minato unconscious. Upon awakening, he's taken aback by a turn of events that challenges his notions of calamity.
The experiences of author, Tatsuta Kazuto, a former laborer at the Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant after the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Saku Fujigaya faints and misplaces her handbag in a busy train due to her anemia. As soon as she regains consciousness in the hospital, she finds her bag with belongings and a scribbled note that reveals the identity and phone number of the kind stranger who rescued her. Unfortunately, Saku fails to contact them despite trying multiple times. At one point, Saku regarded herself as a background character, barely significant in the eyes of society. But the kind stranger who helped her changed her perspective and instilled new hope in her. She decides to be the change she wants to see and pledges to assist anyone in need. This aspiration stays with her even in high school. On her first day, somebody calls out her name, the same name as the person who saved her. But upon closer inspection, they're looking for another Sakura.
A war between humanity and beastkind raged a century ago, birthing an annual custom where the King of Beasts devours a human woman. Sariphi, a 15-year-old from a human village, becomes the 99th victim and is taken to Ozmargo, an unsafe realm plagued by miasma and barred from humans. Sariphi is unlike any sacrifice before her; her happy demeanor and fearlessness towards the ferocious beasts catches the King's attention. The monarch becomes curious about the young princess and her history, allowing her to explore the kingdom without restriction until the fateful night of discovery, despite the potential consequences. Little do they know that their brief encounter will forever alter the future of Ozmargo.
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Kenzou Tenma, a renowned Japanese neurosurgeon working in post-war Germany, faces a difficult choice: to operate on Johan Liebert, an orphan boy on the verge of death, or on the mayor of Düsseldorf. In the end, Tenma decides to gamble his reputation by saving Johan, effectively leaving the mayor for dead. As a consequence of his actions, hospital director Heinemann strips Tenma of his position, and Heinemann's daughter Eva breaks off their engagement. Disgraced and shunned by his colleagues, Tenma loses all hope of a successful career—that is, until the mysterious killing of Heinemann gives him another chance. Nine years later, Tenma is the head of the surgical department and close to becoming the director himself. Although all seems well for him at first, he soon becomes entangled in a chain of gruesome murders that have taken place throughout Germany. The culprit is a monster—the same one that Tenma saved on that fateful day nine years ago.
As she strives to fulfill her dream of being a fashion designer, Mikako sets her sights on attending Yazawa Arts alongside her childhood friend Tsutomu. However, Tsutomu's resemblance to a famous rockstar attracts too much attention, particularly from a popular senior, leaving Mikako struggling with her feelings towards him. To distract herself, Mikako joins a new "flea market" club with her fellow classmates, but this only seems to bring her closer to Tsutomu than ever before.
College: A time for new friends and new loves—and getting confused about which is which. It seems like Suzuna is on track to land Eichi, the guy of her dreams. But her other new friend—the beautiful Hinako—has some interesting information regarding Eichi that's going to force Suzuna to take a second look at the whole situation. She's about to discover that love can come with some unexpected competition.
Natsume Yuujinchou depicts the life of Takashi Natsume, a typical 15-year-old boy who craves a mundane existence. Unfortunately, like his late grandmother Reiko, Natsume can spot "youkai," or spirits. Although he inherited the "Book of Friends," a collection of contracts that binds the youkai from Reiko, these spirits have remained trapped as Reiko never called upon their names. Hence, the desperate spirits relentlessly hound Natsume, imploring him to break their contracts for freedom. While some well-meaning youkai seek Natsume's assistance, others pose a potential threat. That's where Madara, a spirited feline in disguise as Nyanko-sensei, comes in. Despite the often humorous facade, Madara is Natsume's self-appointed guardian, harboring concealed intentions for his association with the boy. Natsume Yuujinchou is a compelling supernatural series that follows Natsume's struggles to preserve a standard existence while juggling human and spirit worlds. Ultimately, he imparts vital life lessons from his experiences.
Kanetsugu Nawa, a former law enforcement officer, is imprisoned for committing murder and attempted murder. He committed these crimes out of a desire for revenge following the unexpected deaths of his wife and daughter. Despite his criminal record, Kanetsugu proves to be an obedient inmate and is eventually granted parole. However, after his release, his lone remaining family member rejects him, prompting him to renew his vow of revenge. As he plans his retaliation, he becomes the target of a captivating young woman who reveals a secret motive.
Marie finds herself trapped in a dire situation, subjected to perpetual harassment from her peers and frequent sexual abuses from a teacher. With no apparent recourse and feeling utterly powerless, she reaches out to a paranormal entity affiliated with her school's seven secrets. Her sole objective is to eliminate her tormentors - her classmates and the teacher - permanently. Nevertheless, to what extent is she willing to proceed with these killings and ultimately escape her unbearable reality?
