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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]
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.
Ao is a young orphan with Japanese heritage who dreams of pursuing his passion for art in Paris, France. His aspirations take an unexpected turn when he encounters Giselle, a prominent mage whose demeanor is reminiscent of Thorn's. Recognizing his natural talents, Giselle chooses him as her potential asena and takes him under her wing. With her guidance, Ao explores a myriad of colors and revels in the wonders of the cosmos.
"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!"
At the age of 16, Komachi Takamura is the daughter of a lawyer and public prosecutor, whose upbringing has sparked a passion for the law that remains with her to this day. She is characterized by a strong commitment to the rules and a desire to help others, even when they refuse her assistance. Her high school life had been trouble-free until Enra, the youngest child of Enma (Yama), accused her of being a potential troublemaker. Komachi is left bewildered and must exonerate herself, but how can she do so when she is unaware of any wrongdoing on her part?
You are reading Xuan Ji Ci manga, one of the most popular manga covering in Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Gender bender, Historical, Manhua, Romance, Shoujo, Shoujo ai, Shounen ai, Supernatural genres, written by Ding Ling at MangaBuddy, a top manga site to offering for free. Xuan Ji Ci has 167 translated chapters and translations of other chapters are in progress. Lets enjoy. If you want to get the updates about latest chapters, lets create an account and add Xuan Ji Ci to your bookmark. This is surely a story you've never thought of! The cartoon's main character is called Yuan Xin. She's an otaku who likes to immerse herself in a fantasy world. She, who likes to look at hot guys--after embarrassing herself in front of them in the school yard, decides to retaliate. Unexpectedly, during the crucial moment, an accident happened, and she crossed over to the game world!
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.
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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.
"I do not trust humans. They’ll betray you without fail.” Oulu, the man who had obtained the ability and right to become the Maou at the end of his life of research. Summoning the succubus Lir, he then sets out on creating his own domain, a gigantic labyrinthine dungeon… The misanthropic Maou taking on the world, the curtain rises on a dark harem fantasy! (Source: Rapeman Scans)
Yasuke Arahabaki had been harboring feelings of unrequited love for his childhood friend, Akari Inamori, for a long time. He finally decides to confess his love to her when she visits him for dinner. However, before they can sit down to eat, Yasuke's elder sister asks him to clear out the weeds at their family shrine's temple. Concerned about his upcoming confession, Yasuke accidentally breaks the sacred mirror of the shrine. As a dreadful consequence, a girl emerges from the broken mirror and takes Yasuke's soul, killing him. She then revives him with a kiss, but there's a catch. The girl, Seoritsuhime, is the goddess of misfortune and holds Yasuke's soul along with a curse. If they separate, he will die once again. Maga-Tsuki follows the story of a man haunted by misfortune, a goddess of misfortune, and his childhood friend as they strive to restore normalcy to their lives. However, will their love hinder their efforts or make the journey smoother?
Witness the profound connection between young vampire Misaki and her human companion, Kurose Kuroe, a former vampire hunter turned investigative writer. Misaki holds Kuroe's life in higher esteem than her own and is determined to shield him from any harm. Her personal transformation to vampirism revealed the adverse impact it can pose to a person's mental and physical health, which led her to dismiss the idea of turning Kuroe into a vampire to safeguard him from his dangerous pursuits. Nevertheless, Kuroe becomes a prime target for not just vampires, but other lurking creatures as well, leaving vampirism as the sole recourse to keep him alive - much to Misaki's apprehension.
