Ryo is suddenly transferred to another world and is given the "Vessel of Talent," an ability that grants him the choice to level any skill he wants. Armed with the strongest growth cheat, he sets out to explore the labyrinth to find out why he was transferred there!
The Ushiromiya family makes an annual pilgrimage to Rokkenjima, the island where they gather for a reunion hosted by the odd patriarch, Kinzou, who is in poor health. The family members are preoccupied with feuding over the inheritance and the coveted title of Kinzou's successor. A typhoon outside matches the turmoil brewing in their hearts as they argue. Battler, Kinzou's grandson, returns after a long absence expecting a smooth reunion. But Kinzou has different plans; he introduces a peculiar game which involves finding his hidden treasure. The victor will become the family leader. However, the game turns grim as participants are used as "sacrifices" to bring back the Millennial Witch of Rokkenjima, Beatrice. Murders and violence ensue, casting doubt on whether the work of magic or the acts of one of the family members. Despite the ensuing disasters, Battler remains skeptical of the occult, questioning what truly happened to those closest to him.
Bulma, a headstrong 16-year-old girl, is on a quest to find the mythical Dragon Balls—seven scattered magic orbs that grant the finder a single wish. She has but one desire in mind: a perfect boyfriend. On her journey, Bulma stumbles upon Gokuu Son, a powerful orphan who has only ever known one human besides her. Gokuu possesses one of the Dragon Balls, it being a memento from his late grandfather. In exchange for it, Bulma invites Gokuu to be a companion in her travels. By Bulma's side, Gokuu discovers a world completely alien to him. Powerful enemies embark on their own pursuits of the Dragon Balls, pushing Gokuu beyond his limits in order to protect Bulma and their growing circle of allies. However, Gokuu has secrets unbeknownst to even himself; the incredible strength within him stems from a mysterious source, one that threatens the many people he grows to hold dear. As his prowess in martial arts flourishes, Gokuu attracts stronger opponents whose villainous plans could collapse beneath his might. He undertakes the endless venture of combat training to defend his loved ones and the fate of the planet itself.
This gorgeous illustration book consists of new illustrations by the staff who participated in the anime, including director Yoshihiro Miyajima and Naoki Takeda, who designed the characters. All credits for the art presented goes on the last pages.
In a world invaded by monsters from another realm, warriors known as Busters are humanity’s only defense. Toru Saejima, a high school boy branded as talentless and unfit to become a Buster, loses everything when a monster suddenly kills his beloved mother. Powerless and desperate, he flees—only to encounter a mysterious and beautiful woman in danger. Saving her seems like a miracle… until Toru realizes she’s actually a monster, one of the very beings he’s meant to hate. Yet, unable to abandon her, Toru takes her in, and the two begin living together. With revenge burning in his heart and a new bond to protect, Toru awakens a hidden potential. Step by step, the weakest dropout begins his path as a true Buster—one who levels up by gaining the affection of the very monsters he once despised. A tale of vengeance, unlikely companionship, and a rise from weakness to strength begins now.
On his way back from a nearby convenience store, Subaru Natsuki is suddenly stranded in a foreign city. He finds himself surrounded by unfamiliar faces speaking a foreign tongue, realizing he has been transported to an entirely different world. Unfortunately, the shopkeeper throws him out for being insolvent, leaving him hopeless and immediately encircled by a gang of ruffians. However, just when he believes there is no escape, a mysterious young lady named Satella comes to his aid. She's on the hunt for a burglar that Subaru had seen earlier. After Satella wards off the aggressors, Subaru pledges to help her in her quest to capture the thief. After a few bizarre events, the pair ends up in an underground cellar where stolen goods are kept. When they infiltrate the cellar, they are unexpectedly attacked by a shadowy assailant resulting in both of them receiving fatal injuries. Subaru awakens to find himself transported back in time to the morning of that same day and begins a complex cycle where he relives past experiences.
Upon awakening, Subaru Natsuki finds himself in an unfamiliar room with Rem and Ram standing before him. Despite feeling disoriented, Subaru wastes no time in playfully jabbing at the sisters over their unique communication style. However, Emilia interrupts before he can make much headway in that regard, thanking him for repeatedly sacrificing himself to save her from Elsa Granhiert's wrath. After explaining that she brought him to her residence due to his injuries, Emilia introduces Subaru to Roswaal L. Mathers, the hooded figure who owns the mansion. During breakfast, Subaru expresses his desire to serve as a butler alongside Rem and Ram, and Roswaal quickly grants his wish. Despite initially adapting well to this new role, Subaru ultimately finds himself back at the mansion with no memory of the past few days. Troubled by this, he suspects that his "Return By Death" ability might be a factor but can't say for sure. Will Subaru unlock the secrets of his power and uncover the truth behind his deaths, or will he remain lost in the enigma?
An unfortunate heroine appeared before me. It seems that this world is an otome game, and I am just an unnamed mob priest who appears briefly in the early stages. I could fulfill my role as a mob and quickly exit the game, but… wait a minute, if things go on like this, the heroine is going to face terrible hardships. To save this cute and kind yet unfortunate heroine, I have no choice but to train her myself!
This story follows a clumsily skilled knight and an emotionally complicated magician who unexpectedly grow close. It's a spin-off of Maou no Ore ga Dorei Elf wo Yome ni Shitanda ga, Dou Medereba Ii?, and highlights Barbaros as he protects Chastille Lillvqvist, the Captain of the Holy Knights, in his daily routine.
Set in a magic academy, a tsundere black magician hides his romantic feelings for his cheerful classmate behind a rude facade. But he doesn't know that she can read minds, now suddenly aware of his true feelings!