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With an ardent love for drawing and a yearning to follow an unconventional path, she registered herself in a highly regarded art academy. It was at this same establishment where she came across...
Rintarou Noe, a clumsy high schooler, struggles with his tutor, Kaede Sumizome, and the unfamiliar feelings that arise when they are in close proximity. In an attempt to rid himself of this discomfort, Rintarou makes the decision to intentionally fail his exams. Unfortunately, Kaede sees through his scheme and calls him out on it. Rintarou then fibs, pretending that he failed due to boredom from being stuck indoors. Kaede doesn't take kindly to Rintarou's dishonesty and punishes him accordingly. This punishment will undoubtedly affect the tenuous relationship between the two. Included in this volume is the one-shot, Yuuutsu Trickster, which spans two chapters.
Hinata, a high school student yearns to be seen as a tough guy; a dream that is constantly challenged by his classmates who mercilessly bully him due to his uncanny resemblance to a girl. Despite this, Hinata's luck takes a dramatic turn when he gains the ability to transform into a gunner princess fighter. With his new powers, he plans to put an end to the harassment and finally achieve the manly persona he so desires. Bonus story: Kurage's Love.
From the day he was born, Haruma Ichinose has been a heartthrob, captivating countless girls with his charming appeal. Nevertheless, he is now drawn to Yuki Mogami, a tall classmate who has been blessed with princely traits that instantly capture Haruma's affection. With his heart set on Yuki, Haruma is incapable of acknowledging his own feelings and feigns annoyance towards her alluring appearance. His attempts to present himself as the cooler character lead Haruma to put on a manly façade to win her over. Ironically, Haruma's endeavor to win Yuki's heart only appears to make him even more heroic in her eyes. Will Haruma be able to get over his reluctance to admit his feelings and win Yuki's heart?
Terumichi Hoshino is haunted by a recurring nightmare in which a beloved boy is being strangled to death. When events eerily similar to his dreams occur at school, his life is turned upside down. Hoshino's romantic involvement with charismatic and enigmatic Omihiko Yamada takes a dramatic turn when a stranger attempts to kill Yamada. Hoshino's attempt to save his partner leads to an astonishing resurrection from death. Devastated from the traumatic experience, Hoshino is left bewildered by his newfound perspective on life.
Matsubayashi wishes to establish a friendship with his courteous classmate Miyazen. Unbeknownst to him, Miyazen also harbors the same inclination. Yet, Matsubayashi's unrefined exterior impedes smooth communication between them. In spite of this, Miyazen valiantly attempts to interact with him by alluding to his favored entertainment, though at times, it may come across as awkward.
Although he works at an arcade, "Mobuo" remains inconspicuous among his co-workers, earning a nickname that implies his ability to seamlessly blend into his environment like an NPC. But, when the colorful and stunning Nanora Yaegashi visits the arcade seeking his help in mastering the most challenging games, his monotonous routine takes a thrilling turn. Unexpectedly, she even asks him out. From that moment on, they embark on a summer full of arcade escapades with a palpable sexual attraction simmering beneath the surface.
The story narrates the hardships faced by a person who endures unconventional and cruel types of sexual abuse.
Mischievous spirits and demons known as Youkai have been causing trouble in Japan for centuries. Kotoko's grandfather made a living by banishing them, but she never thought of her lineage as particularly valuable. That is, until Kotoko meets Kuro, a Youkai physician. She never knew Youkai had doctors. As Kotoko learns more about their healing practices, she realizes that it's much harder to heal Youkai than to just banish them. This volume also includes a one-shot called "Kiraboshi Tentou."
Kyousuke Kasuga and his family are gifted individuals with unique powers. They're constantly on the move, trying to evade suspicion from the public. Kyousuke, tired of all the relocation, transfers schools for the eighth time, determined to make it his last. Little did he know that he would find himself entangled with the notorious delinquent duo in his new school. Madoka Ayukawa, known for her unpredictable behavior, is feared by other students. Her personality flips between affectionate and aloof. Meanwhile, Hikaru Hiyama is a lively and energetic girl with a crush on Kyousuke. Caught in a love triangle, Kyousuke attempts to use his powers to appease both girls. However, it becomes clear that his indecision will only take him so far in achieving his dream of a normal life.
1. Gyakuten Komori! (Reverse Babysitting) 2. Daisuki na Hito wo Sagashiteimasu (Searching For My Beloved) 3. Karin Gaiden: Nishi no Mori no Vampire (The Vampire Of The West Woods) 4. Karin Banga-hen: Maki-chan Koi no Otasuke Angel♡ (Maki-chan, The Helping Angel Of Love)
As she prepares for her high school reunion, Sahoko reminisces on the countless friendships she forged during her teenage years, but can't help feeling the void left by Aoi Koshiba, her former classmate and former crush. Despite Aoi's famed basketball skills, Sahoko was initially attracted to her for the social status she could provide. But when Aoi abruptly quit the team, Sahoko's emotions were stirred by an unexpected kiss. It became apparent that Aoi needed genuine emotional support, beyond the superficiality of their initial bond. Sahoko realizes the significance of being a true friend, and perhaps even more than that.
