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MANGA / MANGA A unique publication from before Shogakukan Inc. established Viz Communications in 1987 (the first full-fledged business in the United States by a Japanese Manga publisher), MANGA was an 88-page anthology of 10 short stories in both color and black-and-white: An experiment by Masaichi Mukaide, the publication's editor, this may have been too far ahead of its time, in many aspects. Features a stunning roster of authors of that time: such as Hiroshi Hirata, Yosuke Tamori, Yukinobu Hoshino, Katsuhiro Otomo, Keizo Miyanishi, Noboru Miyama, Yoji Fukuyama, & Noriyoshi Orai (illustration) and with Hajime Sorayama featured on its cover, Back cover by Hiroshi Hirata, and Chika Oya in charge of coloring the illustration indicated. --- Notes - For detailed ToC, refer to Grand Comics Database page (Link) - Description adapted using excerpts from the 2020 article "People who have delivered Japanese manga overseas No.1: Masaichi Mukaide, Editor" (Link)
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The Regressed Villainess Makes a Vow of Chastity / The Regressed Villainess Takes a Vow of Chastity / 회귀한 악녀는 순결서약 합니다 / The Villainess Who Returned in Time Vows to Stay Pure / The Regressed Villainess's Vow of Chastity Lydia Evans, a wealthy and beautiful noblewoman with poor judgment in men, is betrayed by her lover, Prince Richard, who cheats with her cousin Giselle. She attempts a suicidal poisoning to expose their affair but survives and is sent to a brutal labor camp, where she dies from a plague while regretting her obsession. Regressing to the moment of the poisoning, she slaps herself awake and vows revenge on Richard, Giselle, and a betrayer named Devon. To achieve this, she seeks the aid of Arsen Edis, the empire’s coveted swordmaster, revealing her time regression. Skeptical at first, Arsen agrees to help and live with her, but his growing, unusual interest in Lydia hints at complications.
吕布的人生模拟器 / Lu Bu's Life Story “Take the prettiest women, ride the fastest war horse, wield the strongest weapon, one rider blocking the GuanDong 18 roads*. One man standing against ten thousand, they bow to this hero of turbulent times. People say if Lu Bu doesn’t die, there will be no opportunity to cause chaos. I laugh at all the hypocrites in the world; there are no other heroes besides Feng Xian. Entering the life story of more than a thousand reincarnations, experiencing the many vicissitudes of life, tempered into steel. Can the current Lu Bu Feng Xian withstand the inevitable end at Bai Men Lou?”
In this contemporary fantasy narrative, the main character and antagonist are identical. Their enterprises are chronicled alongside their aide and companions.
Rosaline is a strong and noble imperial knight whose glowing reputation ironically makes her unapproachable. Therefore, she secretly turns to adult novels to satisfy her less noble urges. When Rosaline is captured by an enemy tribe on a mission, a part of her is excited about being stripped down and degraded by her captors like the heroine in her favorite novel. And her merciless punishment arrives in the form of Attila, the fierce tribe chief who seems hellbent on getting revenge... Original Webtoon: Ridibooks, Naver Series, Bomtoon, Lezhin Official Translations: English
Akuyaku Reijou ni Tensei Shita to Omottara, Cinderella no Gishi deshita: Cinderella Otaku no Isekai Tensei / 悪役令嬢に転生したと思ったら、シンデレラの義姉でした ～シンデレラオタクの異世界転生～ Cinderella is a fairy tale beloved the world over. The protagonist, Stella, has been reincarnated into this world as Cinderella's bullying step-sister, a villainous young lady. In order to avoid the tragic ending that is the conclusion of the fairy tale, she tries to become friends with Cinderella, but...!?
총애를 거절하는데 왜 집착하나요 / Chongaereul Geojeolhaneunde Wae Jipchakanayo / Why Are You So Obsessed With Rejecting Love? / Why Are You So Obsessed With Rejecting Affection? / Why Do You Love Me When I Refuse Your Request? / ¿Por qué estás tan obsesionado conmigo incluso cuando estoy muerta? The extra who sacrifices herself for the beloved female lead. Princess Shuelina who is tossed aside by her biologically related father and older brother. Now I’m the main character of this odd situation. In regards to hope, I’m still neglected at this orphanage. Just as I was going to run away before the imperial family found me– “Did you hear? The House of Grand Duke Vailot came to sponsor an orphan.” To find a way to live, I threw myself at the villain's family, the Grand Duke’s, and- “You can do whatever you want. I, as the Grand Duke, will protect you.” “You’re not an orphan. You’re my younger sister.” Why do they love me? Just as I made up my mind to live well since I'd already become a lady of the House of Grand Duke Vailot… "I have searched for you for a long time, my child." This time my biologically related father, the Emperor loves me. Why are you acting like this? I said, I don't need you guys who wouldn't have listened to what Shuelina had to say. I refuse to accept your love!
Bari, The Thunder That Awakened The Stars / 바리, 별을 깨운 천둥 / Bari, The Thunder That Awakens the Stars / Bari, Thunder That Wakes the Star Original Webtoon: Naver Webtoon, Naver Series
It's another idol competition! A new star will be born! When the show took the theme of choosing the new Ziwei Star, it caught the attention of the actual Ziwei Emperor in the heavenly courts, and he decides to descend to the mortal realm to enter the competition himeself. Soon afterwards, who will become the next "Ziwei Star" is the talk of the town! In this competition, it will be a three-way battle between the management's choice vs the people's choice vs the choice of heaven. A fierce battle for the coveted C spot is about to begin! (Source: Dongman, translated) Note: Season 3 is a new storyline featuring a new main character. Most platforms have Season 3 as a separate entry from seasons 1&2.
お疲れアラサーは異世界でもふもふドラゴンと騎士の世話をしています Saya, a tired woman in her 30s, is suddenly transported to another world. She is taken in by a group of handsome dragon knights, and as a special gift for being transported there, she becomes the caretaker of fluffy dragons with her God Hand. She strokes the dragons, massages the knights, and is grateful for every little bit of help she receives... Isn't this world just too good for a 30-year-old ?! Surrounded by fluffy dragons and handsome knights, she begins a soothing life in another world!
Marquis’ daughter Eliana is suddenly confronted with a declaration of broken engagement from the second prince, Jade. To make matters worse, she is falsely accused of harming Jade’s beloved saint, Daisy, for a crime she has absolutely no memory of. And then—on...
