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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.

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.

At the beginning of the academic year, all the pupils in Class 2-D at Kairei Private Middle School receive an email containing a "class hierarchy." Tsubaki Himeyama holds the highest rank and manages to dispel any unease arising from this announcement with her upbeat and lively manner. The class resumes normality until Himeyama's lifeless body is found on school premises. After the funeral, her classmates come across notes addressed to them on their desks - suicide letters left by Himeyama. Could these epistles expose the concealed truths of Class 2-D?

Two boys, Black and White, who had lost their parents, fight to survive in the desolate streets of Treasure Town by stealing, attacking, and engaging in violent fights. As they struggle to navigate the shady and corrupt environment they have found themselves in, they come across lonely souls, small-time criminals, and unpredictable law enforcement. To add to their misery, a notorious gang of ruthless yakuza is planning to take over the city they call home. Can Black and White overcome this bleak reality and create a better life for themselves? This manga incorporates the artistic qualities of European comics, creating a surreal experience.

By 2029, the world had undergone four global conflicts and embraced a new era of technological advancement that had profoundly altered society. With widespread cybernetic enhancements, robotic artificial intelligence, and cyborgs, humanity had become more machine than human. Nevertheless, this cutting-edge shift also catalyzed the evolution of crime, as hackers, corrupt authorities, and other opportunistic individuals found ways to manipulate inventive systems for their own gain. Amidst the rampant criminal activity in Japan, the government established Section 9, an elite team of highly skilled operatives tasked with countering these threats. Leading the charge was Major Motoko Kusanagi, a fearless and tenacious woman who spearheaded Section 9's efforts to combat cyberterrorism and safeguard the nation's stability in the face of an ever-advancing future.

The "lost" stories of Ghost in the Shell can be found in Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor. These tales were crafted by Shirow Masamune after completing the original manga and before creating the acclaimed Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface. Until now, these stories were not previously published together. Human-Error Processor focuses on the everyday battles of Section 9 agents as they combat technocrime. This entry to the franchise has the same mind-bending cyber madness one would expect from Ghost in the Shell, but in a police-procedural setting, complete with action and suspense.

5 criminals with the perfect plan ends up kidnapping the wrong girl, and is contacted by a mysterious person who invites them to play a deadly game. Will they be able to find out who betrayed them?

Claire Jing is burdened with guilt after the accidental death of her friend Anya. Anson Jin, who was engaged to Anya, seeks retribution by coercing Claire into marriage. However, as they grow closer, will Anson's animosity towards Claire fade? Jing Qiao and Yan Shen's wedding may seem joyous, but it conceals a dark reality. On their first night together, Jing Qiao endures Yan Shen's abuse and recalls a past tragedy where she was labeled a murderer. Yan Shen's very presence forces Jing Qiao to relive her personal nightmare. "You cannot run from me, Xing Qiao," he declares. "We owe each other nothing," Jing Yan Shen retorts. "You have your path, and I have mine."

In a world ridden by a dark magic and darker intentions, two children find themselves thrown into depths they aren't equipped to climb out from. Forced to survive on their own from a young age, the two forge across the map in search of something that will change the fate that they can never seem to escape. Out the slums, through mountains and deserts, across oceans, and into distant lands, the story that unfolds is one of struggle and sorrow. Not even the gods themselves can tell how it will end.

Noa has struggled with hearing unsettling voices since she was a child. But when a mysterious murder takes place, the voice in Noa’s head urges her to uncover the killer. With the police skeptical and her sanity on the line, Noa must navigate a web of fear and suspicion, guided by a ghost, to catch a ruthless killer before she herself becomes the serial killer. Will Noa uncover the murderer, or will her own mind betray her? This series contains themes regarding mental health and violence that may not be suitable for all readers. Viewer discretion is advised.

Mita, a mysterious housekeeper who replies “Understood” to any command and carries it out without question, is sent to a family of five who have just lost their beloved mother. This broken household, on the verge of collapse, slowly begins to heal thanks to Mita’s outrageous yet impactful actions. As the story unfolds, Mita’s tragic and intense past is gradually revealed…

When six-year-old Inés laid eyes on the handsome heir to House Escalante, she promptly made the boy her fiancé. Since noble men are all the same, she figured she might as well choose a pretty one. But Lord Cárcel isn't ready for this sort of commitment just yet, and he spends the next decade and a half avoiding the marriage at all costs! Luckily, that's no trouble for Inés, as this marriage failing is exactly what she wants. In fact, he has her blessing to sow his wild oats as long as he stays out of her business. Unfortunately, being a playboy isn't as fun when your fiancée gives you permission. And doesn't this mean she's cheating on him too? Now, Cárcel is determined to change Inés' mind about him and prove he can be the husband she's always wanted.