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After being impeached, the ex-leader of the demonic realm and the dauntless hero, whose expedition was futile, were both expelled. Their destinies coincided, resulting in an enigmatic and exhilarating voyage.
A collection of seven of Hideshi Hino\'s terrifying and fantastic works. In \"The Blooming Forest\", the first story, the Cherry Blossom Forest is said to be a place that must never be approached. It is said that a beautiful but terrifying demon named Sakurahime lives there and kills people who pass nearby by inviting them into the forest. But Taro, who does not believe in demons, wanders deep into the forest because it is so beautiful and Sakurahime finds him... The fourth story, \"Mermaid in a Manhole\" was later adapted into the horror movie of the same name as part of the \"Guinea Pig\" series, with Hideshi Hino himself directing.
Orphaned after the his parents were murdered, Uta Rain was ultimately auctioned off as a slave. Certain that he would be treated terribly no matter where he was taken, Uta was in despair. But what awaited him was... a luxurious meal and five pretty sisters. However, they were the daughters of the demon lord who was defeated by the hero 16 years ago?! Uta's fate begins to change drastically!
Is it possible that it's a romantic comedy, or maybe a thriller? It's extremely dangerous to live on an isolated island in the middle of the ocean during your schooling years.
Norl, a unique and advanced beauty with exceptional skills, stands out from the crowd. On the other hand, Heihachi, an ordinary mobile game enthusiast, struggles with financial constraints. However, fate takes a turn when Heihachi manages to obtain an extraordinary item, transporting him to a different world with the power of the gacha. With danger lurking at every corner, the only course of action for Heihachi is to rely on his gacha skills. Much to his amazement, he witnesses his unit spring into existence in front of his very eyes. While Heihachi is accustomed to seeing charming girls emerge on his phone screen, he never imagined encountering one in real life through his device.
Machio Hiraku, who passed away at 39 due to an illness, is granted the chance to venture into an alternate world. When God inquires about his desire to give him power, Machio pleads for a sound physique. His second request is to lead a tranquil existence, followed by a wish to comprehend the native tongue. Finally, he requests to become a farmer.
Art served as the valet to the incredibly selfish Lady Wenty. After collapsing from overwork, he was cast out. Lost on the street, the infamous Ice Princess, Urk, appears before him. This is a story where the valet uses his original magic and valet skills!
As Franz, a novice magician approaches the end of his studies, he struggles to secure a career within the White Magic industry. Concerned about the possibility of remaining jobless, he follows his dorm mother's suggestion and applies for a position within a Black Magic corporation, despite warnings about the sector's reputation for being hazardous, unpleasant, and unsanitary. However, contrary to popular belief, his experience has been quite the opposite, proving Black Magic to be Pure, Pleasant, and Permissive; earning him a newfound appreciation for the field.
The great sage Ephthal was reborn in a new world and spent his entire life studying magic, hoping to reach its peak. Despite his efforts, he recognized the limitations of his abilities and eventually succumbed to despair, bringing an end to his existence. Yet, four centuries later, Ephthal was reincarnated a second time and utilized his sorcery and understanding of magic to enroll in a prestigious magic academy. With disdain for the declining state of magic over the last 400 years, he easily conjured legendary spells, asserting his dominance over the world with his awe-inspiring power.
The area known as 'Square' is overrun with dangerous creatures and surrounded by deadly gas. Those who wish to regain control of the territory, which is called 'Pieces', must constantly fight for humanity's survival. Tellus, a young boy whose guardians were killed by monsters, wants to become a Piece and seek revenge for their deaths. However, his caregiver, Rune, is worried about his impulsive nature. Despite this, Tellus sneaks out of town to face the monsters alone. He eventually meets Eques, the creature responsible for his guardians' demise. "I will protect those who cared for me. I will ensure their safety!" declares Tellus, and his journey for retribution begins.
Ashihara-san, who can see demons, meets Usui Azami, who is constantly victim of their attacks but can\'t see them. On the day of their meeting, Ashihara-san saves Usui-san from falling down the stairs by grabbing her hand, and that\'s when Usui-san realizes she can see the demons, but only when she\'s holding Ashihara-san\'s hand.
