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The heroic party defeated the Demon King who threatened the world. However, on his deathbed, he releases a miasma that threatens to destroy the world. While everyone despairs, Saint Sophia sacrifices herself to stop the demon king's noxious gas. She awoke to find the world twenty years later. Sophia is perplexed to find that her former friends have become older men and her juniors have become older than her, but she lives in a world that has become peaceful. Sophia lives in a peaceful world. Twenty years after destroying the Demon King and the heroes and saving the world... Sophia's adventures begin again with her new friends! Official Translations: ,
Presented in this book are nine of Junji Ito's top short stories, handpicked by the author himself and given insightful notes and comments. The featured stories are: 1. Secondhand Record (Chuuko Record, 中古レコード) 2. Chills (Samuke, 寒気) 3. Model Look (ファッションモデル) 4. Hung Balloons (Kubitsuri Kikyuu, 首吊り気球) 5. Puppet Mansion (Ayatsuri Yashiki, あやつり屋敷) 6. Artist (Gaka, 画家) 7. The Never-Ending Dream (Nagai Yume, 長い夢) 8. Venerated Ancestors (Gosenzo-sama, ご先祖様) 9. Slathered (グリセリド) 10. Model Look: Cursed Frame (Fashion Model: Norowareta Framing, ファッションモデル・呪われたフレーミング) [new]
When Kotoko Iwanaga was a mere 11 years old, youkai took her captive and demanded she become their "God of Wisdom," bridging the gap between the human and spirit realms. Despite the price of her left leg and right eye, Kotoko agreed, and now, after six years, youkai seek her advice for their issues. Meanwhile, Kurou Sakuragawa, a 22-year-old college student, recently broke up with his girlfriend after they confronted a kappa, leaving Kurou to face the creature alone. Seizing an opportunity to get closer to him, Kotoko sets her sights on winning Kurou's heart and eventually marrying him. However, she soon realizes that Kurou has a mysterious side to him. As she works with him to unravel supernatural mysteries, she hopes that their partnership will turn into something more.
"Drop by the nurse's office for any health concerns you may have! Nurse Hitomi is here to assist you with everything from growth concerns to attachment issues with body parts. Struggling with invisibility? Fret not, Nurse Hitomi has got you covered with her enormous all-seeing eye. Don't hesitate, step right in! The nurse is eagerly awaiting your arrival!"
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As a child, Shiki Tohno suffered a life-threatening injury and was subsequently sent away from the Tohno family. Years later, after the death of his father (the head of the household), his sister Akiha instructs him to move back home. However, Shiki has a big secret: he sees lines on objects due to his injury and must wear special glasses to correct his vision. Additionally, he struggles to remember events before his accident. Upon returning home, Shiki encounters Arcueid Brunstud, whom he accidentally decapitates during a moment of insanity. Much to his surprise, she appears alive and requests his service as a bodyguard. This event sets off a chain of events as Shiki attempts to uncover the mysteries of his past.
Andou is a high-schooler who possesses the ability to force others to vocalize his thoughts—an ability similar to ventriloquism. Inukai is young man shrouded in mystery who commands the vigilante group, Grass Hopper, which appeared in a city shaken by the downtown restoration program. This is a tale of courage, resolution… and confrontation; this is a depiction of the two boys' encounter.
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.
An ordinary Japanese high school student takes home an abandoned supernatural cat left in a cardboard box. Maybe he shouldn't have meddled with kitties beyond human comprehension—after all, it had tentacles where its whiskers should have been! But it's too late! With no Elder Sign on the cat door, soon the pick of the Mythos litter starts to invade his house, as furry and feline versions of Hastur, Yog-Sothoth, Nyarlathotep, and other adorable Lovecraftian horrors blast his mind, whisper impossible secrets, and generally get underfoot!
You wake up after an accident,reincarnated as a mid-boss who dies at the start of a game!In order not to be killed by the heroines who will eventually attack you, do XX and make that women your followers to increase your number of friends!A different world survival fantasy that is sure to get you excited!
After a stunning demon slaughters his clan, Taikobo is entrusted with leading the obscure Houshin Project. Their objective: discover all immortals residing among humans and permanently imprison them. However, it's challenging to identify allies and loyalties when your training to hunt demons is conducted by one.
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.
