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Only a mere 1% of the population consists of witches. While many non-magical people admire their abilities and long for them, witches are fully aware that their powers can potentially do more harm than good. Growing up already requires significant luck and hard work for adolescents, but what happens when you add spirits, spell circles, and broomsticks into the mix?
Hiroto Domori may appear to be a feeble Irregular without any enchanting or divine abilities, yet little do people realize that he has recently returned from the demon realm and now stands as the universe's mightiest slayer of demons. Despite his seemingly frail stature, this demon killer confronts an unparalleled adversary who preys upon unsuspecting individuals.
Despite being a newcomer to Hinamizawa, Keiichi Maebara has already bonded with a tightknit group of friends that includes Satoko Houjou, Rika Furude, Mion Sonozaki, and Rena Ryuuguu. Their after-school club is a happy haven of games and laughter, yet behind the smiles lie hidden sorrows and painful secrets. Curiously, these unsettling events seem eerily familiar. As one astute observer watches in anticipation, they are determined to intervene and avert the tragic outcome they foresee. As preparations for the annual Cotton Drifting Festival gather momentum, a sense of unease gnaws at them. It becomes increasingly apparent that someone within their ranks is manipulating events to ensure a disaster unfolds.
Traveling in-between the world of the living and the twilight world of the dead, Akamushi, the shaman, priest, demon-hunter, or specifically, the Red Spider Exorcist, is one that’ll never refuse a request for help from lost souls falling prey to evil spirits and demons of the underworld. With the strength and regeneration powers of a giant spider, and the ability to command his swarm of arachnids to his will, he combats the malevolent supernatural and is a force to be reckoned with. When career woman Megumi is suddenly pursued and attacked by the unholy demons of the afterlife, she seeks the help from the phlegmatic shaman to eradicate the infestation of unholy beasts seeking to take her soul and turn her into a vindictive minion. But as it seems, these demons are more than persistent—everywhere Megumi tries to hide, they follow. With Megumi’s cry for help, is this more than what Akamushi can handle—as he too collapses to the will of their malicious powers? But why are these creatures of twilight after her? What does she know, or doesn’t know, that’ll unravel the truths about her true self and everyone around her? And what of Akamushi—can he use his unique shamanic spider-like powers to cast out and purify himself from the demon scourge?
Shinya is lacking in academic prowess, sports ability, bravery, and overall seems to be a failure. However, his fate takes a turn when he meets Haruna, a girl with the power to transform his life. According to her, Shinya is the chosen Messiah, the one tasked with saving her world while she acts as his protector. But is this true? Could Shinya's previous shortcomings be leading him towards this significant calling? And if he is indeed the Messiah, can he even save himself, let alone an entire world? Additionally, included in this series are two one-shot stories: Night Keeper in volume 4 and Exorcist in volume 6.
From a young age, Princess Sakura was told never to gaze at the moon but never provided a reason. Now at 14 years of age, she dreads her marriage to her betrothed, Prince Oura, a man with whom she has only ever communicated through letters. With no family any longer to speak of, she lives as an outcast in a village as she awaits the day of her wedding. When the prince's emissary, Aoba, comes to take Sakura to the palace, the rebellious princess decides to run away to avoid the marriage. In her attempt to escape, she accidentally lays eyes on the full moon, and a demon appears to attack her. After being saved by Aoba, Sakura is told that she is the granddaughter of Princess Kaguya and also an immortal youko—exactly like the demon that descended from the sky. Equipped with the legendary Chizakura blade, Sakura is now tasked with defeating the youko that threaten to hurt the people closest to her. Her mission is tied to her Soul Symbol—a single kanji character that indicates a person's true nature at birth. Sakura's Soul Symbol represents "destroy," an ominous yet mysterious sign that is more than meets the eye. Burdened with the choice to determine where her allegiances lie, Sakura confronts her destiny and a world plagued by the schism between youko and mankind. Included one-shots: Volume 5: Shiro Bara Gakuen Vampire Rose (White Rose Academy Vampire Rose) Volume 6: Tenshi no Kinka Maple Rose (The Angelic Coin of Maple Rose) Volume 8: I.O.N
Roxy leads a solitary existence within her tribe, isolated by the absence of the telepathic powers that all others possess. She lives in silence, unable to hear the words spoken by others. However, her life takes a significant turn when she saves the life of a wandering witch. This heroic act provides Roxy with an incomparable prospect: the chance to become a magician's apprentice, allowing her to depart from her unfamiliar homeland!
Located in the far north lies Hell's Gate, once an entry point for the Demon Lord to invade the human realm. Thanks to the legendary hero Shion Bladearts, who with the help of his companions defeated the demonic threat and sealed off the Gate using Excalibur. However, recently the seal has weakened, paving the way for new attacks by the demons. Touka Scott, a selfish and perverted farmer, is concerned about the safety of his village and has thus dug traps to ward off the demonic menace. Shion, on the other hand, is determined to reseal Hell's Gate and save humanity. Nevertheless, he falls into one of Touka's traps and dies. Fortunately, the necromancer, Anri Haynesworth, who has a knack for dealing with the dead, resurrects Shion by restoring his soul in Touka's decomposing body. To save the world, they embark on the journey, accompaniedby Touka's childhood friend, Yuna Yunis, despite being the most unlikely party.
In ancient Japan's Warring States era, a Samurai general named Daigo Kagemitsu makes a pact with 48 demons. In exchange for complete dominion over the country, he promises to give them his unborn child's limbs. Once the child is born, Daigo commands him to be disposed of in the river, thinking that he'll die. But a kind-hearted sage rescues the baby and gives him prosthetics. As the boy grows up and becomes Hyakkimaru, he gains control over the demons who took his limbs, ultimately allowing him to reclaim them. Along the way, he saves an adolescent pickpocket named Dororo from a group of thugs, and both embark on a journey to locate and defeat the demons. However, their path is rife with supernatural beings and apparitions.
What should a girl do if she is single? Of course summon a demon!
The cursed existence of Pandora's Box resulted in the unleashing of evil through a woman's curiosity, which nearly engulfed the world in darkness. Although humanity managed to seal Maou Kestra back, it came with immense sacrifices. Despite their lord being locked away in the deserted capital of the North, Hameln, the demons remained a formidable force that grew stronger with time. After fifteen years since the fateful battle, the story introduces Hamel, a self-centered travelling minstrel, who is willing to cook his guardian crow, Oboe, to avoid hunger. The Violinist of Hameln's world revolves around music and absurd chaos. Hamel shoots down his rivals and turns pigeons into dinner with his enormous violin. With such a hero, the question remains on how the world will be saved from Maou Kestra's wrath?
Having come down from the mountains, Sora's purpose is to protect Jungha, who is unwell. Together, they have established several regulations to abide by. Firstly, Sora alone determines what constitutes an urgent situation. Secondly, during such circumstances, Jungha must heed Sora's commands. Finally, Jungha is strictly prohibited from harassing Sora. The question remains - will they be able to adhere to these rules?