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Princess Mina, the vampire queen, has governed the Bund for three months now, during which efforts have been made to mend vampire and human affairs. Nonetheless, trouble brews as someone targets to assassinate government liaison Reiko Gotoh while her wolf guardian Seiji Hama has disappeared. To uncover the plot, the past must be remembered, particularly how Gotoh and Hama's bond began. Resolving this enigma could rescue not only Gotoh's existence but also the future of the Vampire Bund.
Upon Mina Tepes' return to the Bund seven years ago, Tokyo has been preparing to host the Summer Olympics in 2020. Mina was set to be the guest of honor during the opening ceremony. Unfortunately, during her speech in front of TV cameras, terrorists unexpectedly infiltrated the stadium. They demanded that Mina shut down the Bund and remove all vampires from Japan. Mina and her unwavering werewolf protector, Akira, find themselves confronting the terrorists and ensuring the safety of innocent bystanders. While dealing with this new threat, Mina is haunted by her past and must confront other enemies who will stop at nothing to eliminate vampires for good.
AkaAka's tale commences with a vision comprising of crimson camellias and the transfer of an enigmatic mask. This mask belongs to a boy named Yue, who dwells in a temple inhabited by singular beings. Utsuwa, the adjacent town, is hosting a winter festivity which Kurogitsune, Yue's fox comrade, deems an ideal opportunity for the sheltered boy to partake in the extravaganza's delights, particularly its cuisine. Despite being prohibited to leave the temple, they clandestinely venture into the town, ignorant of the repercussions they will soon encounter.
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!
