The plan of a human trafficking syndicate to sell a rabbit to a wealthy deviant was foiled when their cart was assaulted by a mysterious beast. The rabbit made a run for it and happened upon an empty dwelling in the woods. Experiencing starvation pangs, the hare consumed a prized plant from the garden of the proprietor, Willow. Incensed, Willow demanded that the rabbit "satisfy with its being" for the theft of her beloved bloom.
During the Sengoku era, a group of aspiring ninjas enrolls in Ninjutsu Gakuen with the goal of becoming top-tier ninja operatives. However, their efforts are marred by the consistent disruption they cause.
Lin Yuan unexpectedly inherits the position of God of Wealth across the Three Realms. Turning the tables on his ex-girlfriend, dealing with village tyrants, and becoming the richest man are just the beginning. He even launches “Immortal Pill Blind Boxes” and “Underworld Cultural Tourism” in the Heavenly Court, using modern business thinking to upend the economy of the Three Realms. When he angers an ancient evil god, triggering a trial in Heaven, he will prove through a groundbreaking revolution of wealth and power that a true God of Wealth not only spends money—but can also reshape the laws of Heaven and Earth! Original Webtoon: AC.QQ, BiliBili, KuaiKan
Eiri Kurahashi, a student at art school and an employee at an antique store, is fixated on a peculiar object. The object in question is a portrait of a young Victorian girl named Cossette, which he finds enchanting. However, Eiri discovers that the disturbingly grim past of the portrait includes every owner meeting a gruesome death. Upon further investigation, Eiri learns an even more horrifying truth - Cossette was brutally murdered by the very artist who painted her haunting portrait. When the latest owner nearly succumbs to the same fate, Eiri decides to step in. This is when Cossette begins communicating with him...
Were you completely convinced that it wasn't just a dream? Did you have a moment where you felt a sense of familiarity, like déjà vu? This perplexing situation unravels for the main character who reunites with a senior from their dreams, even though they were separated after graduation. They suddenly meet again through teleportation?! What is going on? How are they able to teleport and switch positions?! Official Translations: •English:
"Would you like to explore a man's body?" Kakeru, an exchange student struggling with social skills, Yuudai, the center of attention, and Ryou, Yuudai's childhood friend, are unlikely friends who find themselves growing close. However, when Ryou starts dating a girl, Kakeru discovers that Yuudai has romantic feelings for Ryou. Kakeru, who secretly harbors feelings for Yuudai, suggests that they become friends with benefits to teach Yuudai about same-sex love. But Kakeru soon realizes the consequences of his deceitful actions.
Legend has it that every year on the final day of the year, the world was subjected to chaos by malevolent creatures and demons known as "Nian". A young man with beautiful long hair found a abandoned baby on a snowy day during this time and named her "Xue". As time passed, Xue grew into a beautiful woman. One day, a gentle, soothing voice belonging to a young man appeared, melting Xue's heart, and he revealed, "I have been searching for you for what feels like an eternity".
Akihiro Haruki, a student who was once overweight, developed a deep affection for his compassionate teacher Saeki-sensei. After several years, destiny brings the two men together again. Despite shedding his extra weight, Akihiro's adoration for Saeki-sensei remains unchanged.
When the 7th prince who was meant to ascend the throne is assassinated, the crown of the empire is thrust upon the 13th prince. Although he accepts it for his beloved, the title of emperor will come with many perilous challenges.
Wakaba Aoki, who belongs to the game company Work Crazy, is a famous producer who has launched many popular romance games. She is in the best of health, and her long-held dream of appearing on TV is coming up! But when she drowns in the bath and wakes up, she finds herself reincarnated in the world of the first romance game she launched, "Hanazono Prince," also known as FuraPri! But there's no need to worry. She has the entire contents of the game she launched memorized. After enjoying a great time in love and trying to return to her original world, she notices something strange happening in this world? On top of that, the princes who are supposed to be perfect are actually no-good guys! This romance game is impossible! This is an alternate world love (?!) comedy about a romance game producer and no-good princes!
"Here, it's yours." With only a key and car left behind by his vanished father, Ikuto - now grown up and licensed to drive - defies his mother's attempts to get rid of the vehicle. He moves his belongings into the car and begins living there, but after a decisive argument one day, he runs away from home. Pressing the pedal to its limit as he races through mountain roads, that's when...!?
In the tradition of "My Antonia" and "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn", from the pen of the renowned Korean manwha creator Kim Dong Hwa, comes a trilogy about a girl coming of age, set in the vibrant, beautiful landscape of pastoral Korea. 1. "The Color of Earth": First love is never easy. Ehwa grows up helping her widowed mother run the local tavern, watching as their customers – both neighbors and strangers – look down on her mother for her single lifestyle. Their social status isolates Ehwa and her mother from the rest of the people in their quiet country village. But as she gets older and sees her mother fall in love again, Ehwa slowly begins to open up to the possibility of love in her life. 2. "The Color of Water": When Ehwa goes to the town festival, she meets a handsome young wrestler named Duksam who’s eager to catch her eye. After he wins the festival wrestling championship, he and Ehwa begin to meet, sneaking spare moments to be together. But a shadow falls on their romance when Master Cho sends Duksam away and asks for Ehwa’s hand in marriage himself It is then that Ehwa discovers the pain of heartbreak – and that love is always complicated. 3. "The Color of Heaven": A celebration of the triumph of true love. As Ehwa grew from a girl to a young woman in The Color of Earth and The Color of Water, she began to understand and experience love and relationships, with her mother as a model and confidante. Now, in the heartwarming conclusion to this lyrically written and delicately drawn trilogy, Ehwa's true love comes at last, and as her mother looks on, she takes the final steps towards becoming an adult.
The Northern warlords were in the midst of a war, where different foreign powers conspired to seize the Chinese cultural wealth. This resulted in the loss of several cultural relics and heritage artifacts at sea. In a bid to safeguard the national treasure, Cao Nanwu, the last member of the Cao family's tomb masters, took charge. He coordinated with his trusted fellows Xia Kuxue, Wengzhong, and Ami, to fend off threats. They engaged in fierce battles with enigmatic groups such as the Never Night Lights, the Hall of Longevity, and the Black Cicada Society...
A family drives into the countryside to pick some apples, when, to their horror, they discover that the fruits have human faces... Originally published in the January 1998 issue of Suspense & Horror.
People from all over the galaxy vie for a chance to enter the esteemed Cosmo Academy, including Tadatos Lane, an esper with orphan origins on Terra. The ultimate test involves a hazardous mission simulation on an abandoned starship. Each batch of ten ambitious candidates embark on the challenge, but Tada's team is stunned to discover an extra member onboard the Esperanza. As the exam progresses, emotions run high and allegations of sabotage arise with Tada as the prime suspect.
Runko considers December 25th as a significant day, but is there anyone else who would recall its importance?