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In The Crater, Osamu Tezuka presents a collection of standalone short stories that span across multiple genres, including horror, mystery, and science fiction. The tales are diverse and unique, featuring a man from the slums who confronts his doppelganger from the opposite side of the tracks, three hot spring visitors who are haunted by a bell that only they can hear, and an astronaut who is stranded on the moon in a life-sustaining crater filled with a mysterious gas. Tezuka weaves together a haunting world of remorse and transgression, making this a must-read for any fan of short stories.
A member of the Ashurum, an exclusive group of psychics, Kai Kudou's mission is to apprehend unregistered illegal psychics scattered in the city of Gald. Yet, Kai veers off from his team's path and finds himself under the care of a peculiar handyman named Yuuki Tokugawa, who is aiding the guerilla force opposing the Ashurum. While in the company of Yuuki and his enigmatic sister Asuka, Kai questions the intentions of the Ashurum. Are they safeguarding the psychics or manipulating them for their benefit?
This is a less strict interpretation of the Kamen Rider BLACK TV show that incorporates more sensual and insect-inspired elements while also exploring a grittier storyline.
The near future witnesses Earth under attack from extraterrestrial beings, which prompts the United Nations to draft all able-bodied humans as soldiers. Despite his frail physique, high schooler Kurando Nieno is not exempt from this recruitment process. However, his low scores on the physical exam paint him as an unlikely candidate. During one of the alien air raids, a bad-tempered girl with ebony locks crashes in front of Nieno and tries to feast on his blood. Eliza, the vampire, alongside the United Nations air force, singles out Nieno as the perfect source for her sustenance.
At the proposal of a experienced detective, Nagatsuma, a specialist in criminal investigations, begins therapeutic sessions with Aoi, a blind masseur known for both his dexterity and striking appearance. Nagatsuma becomes entranced by Aoi's rejuvenating touch and eagerly anticipates their appointments, unaware of Aoi's hidden truth.
The rehabilitation of the Lunar Observatory Colony showcases a remarkable technological milestone for humanity. The community, revived with renewed vigor, is being introduced to space enthusiasts by Plato, Abbot, and Tycho, who are all present at the event. Nonetheless, some still object to space exploration. TLON, a terrorist organization, has sent one of its members to the colony armed with an explosive. With the detonation imminent, the three astronauts must act swiftly to protect the cherished settlement that was established through the bravery of space enthusiasts.
UFO Robo Grendizer is a brief manga edition of the anime bearing the same name. It was launched during the broadcast of the anime, narrating the tale of Duke Fleed, the ruler of Planet Fleed. Duke disguises himself as a farm laborer named Daisuke to fight against the Vegan Empire, the culprits of destroying his planet. They also happen to be the creators of Grendizer, which Duke stole to combat their forces. Even though it was not originally recognized as part of the Mazinger sequence, Koji Kabuto and the Mazinger mechas made an appearance in the series, making it a quasi-sequel. Grendizer marked the introduction of the idea of a transformable robot and a space mecha. These concepts influenced other mecha series in the future. It received immense fame in Japan, Canada, France, Italy, and the Arab World and continues to have a strong fan base in these countries to this day. (mangaupdates.com)
Even though he has no memory of his past, Kuroi Souya, a high schooler, lives a peaceful life until his town is attacked by a Nebula Weapon. With the help of a cat-like character called "Sensei" and gothic lolita Ginko, he becomes part of a battle against seven superheroes who protect the town. However, what truly drives Souya to fight are the secret memories he carries within.
In 2118, a group of four ambitious astronauts embark on a mission to explore the unknown depths of space. Little do they know that their journey will soon become a dangerous one, as a black hole surprisingly engulfs their home planet only two days after their departure. Facing a bleak future, the quartet perseveres until they reach their planned destination of Alpha Jumbro, where they hope to find refuge for the remainder of their lives. This sci-fi comedy presents a quirky and surreal plotline that portrays human perseverance and determination in a world unlike any other. Two additional volumes further this tale: Volume 5: Kempa Trick and Volume 6: Genar-Diversion 3-to-1 (Pilot).
