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At the invitation of Risa Shiromine, Kaede Honjou logs into the virtual reality MMORPG New World Online as her character, Maple. Despite her lack of gaming experience, she invests all her status points into defense. As a result, Maple is sluggish, incapable of using magic, and constantly targeted by rabbits. However, her high vitality points grant her the "Absolute Defense" skill and a counter ability that can eliminate enemies with a single blow. Thus, Maple becomes a "mobile fortress" player with a unique poison ability that can neutralize attacks and overcome obstacles. Undeterred by her unorthodox approach, she embarks on an adventure.
Similar to the outside world, adults can only enjoy moments of peace when the little ones are asleep and darkness falls. In the workshop, aspiring witches spend their daytime perfecting their spell-weaving and conflict-resolution skills, filling the air with their enthusiastic sounds. Yet, Qifrey and Olruggio eagerly await the nighttime when they can bask in the tranquility of the kitchen, whip up delicious meals, savor every bite and chat with one another.
The focal point of A Bride's Story is an exquisite young lady named Amir, living in the 19th century Asia, who is sent to wed a man named Karluk in a neighboring village. Initially shocked to find out that her betrothed is eight years her junior, Amir grows fond of Karluk and his family. Their tribe originates from a region beyond the mountains, following cultures, feasting on food, and donning attire that contrast significantly with Karluk's part of the world. Nonetheless, as the couple share their daily lives, they gain insight into each other's respective customs, learning to respect and care for one another. A Bride's Story has received critical acclaim, bagging the Prix Intergénérations title at the 2012 Angoulême International Comics Festival and winning the 7th Manga Taishou award in 2014.
Although there are rumors circulating that Akane Nishimura has the ability to inflict curses on those she touches, she is actually just a melancholic elementary school girl. Her classmates frequently torment her, causing her to feel neglected and without companionship while at school. Fortunately, when a new student named Taiyou Takada becomes fascinated with Akane's rumored power, he reaches out to her in an attempt to be her friend. Taiyou's inadvertent self-assurance causes Akane to feel a sudden rush of excitement and transforms her previously uneventful life into one filled with cheer.
Despite being perceived as attractive, composed, and aloof by his coworkers, this seemingly unapproachable salaryman reveals his affectionate nature as a devoted father and husband once he returns home. He engages in playful activities with his daughter and showers his beloved wife with kisses, highlighting the stark contrast between his facade and his actions. This heartwarming manga in vivid color celebrates the endearing qualities of a loving family.
Madge's grandmother, living in a witches' village nestled in the forest, instilled in her granddaughter the art of magic from a young age. Despite possessing exceptional abilities, Madge yearned for the glamorous life of the city – a world where the most renowned and talented witches resided. In time, Madge left the comforts of the woods to seek out her desires in the bustling metropolis. Yet, her unconventional approach to magic rubbed against the conservatism of modern poetry, resulting in a low C-class witch classification - the least honorable rank within the Witches Association. With a stubborn determination to improve her skills, Madge mingled with Lilica, a fellow C-class witch who lived in a modest six-tatami mat apartment next door. Together, Madge and Lilica tackled a variety of missions, such as taming wild creatures and mending enchanted gadgets, in order to ascend the ranks of the witching world. Their unwavering companionship proved to be their greatest asset when faced with adversities of all kinds.
The snapshots in this collection showcase the everyday activities of a young girl whose imagination is always in overdrive. Lucika's boundless curiosity leads her to concoct strange ideas and approach the world with a unique perspective, sometimes causing chaos along the way - as is typical of most youngsters.
Upon discovering Tobe Takako's hearing impairment, Hachiya Nao takes an interest in forming a friendship with her.
At the age of 39, Ryouma Takebayashi passed away peacefully, having lived a life filled with unfortunate events. However, his luck changed when three deities took pity on him and offered him a chance to reincarnate into a magical world. His only mission was to live his life to the fullest and be true to himself. The deities granted Ryouma impressive physical abilities and the power to master all elements, promising to keep a watchful eye over him. Ryouma's new life began as a young child, transported to a lush forest by the deities. After three years, Ryouma had spent most of his time studying and experimenting with slimes, eventually evolving unique types and forming an army while honing his magic skills. Although content with his solitary lifestyle and underground cave dwelling, Ryouma missed human interaction. After healing a wounded traveler from a Duke's household, he was urged to leave his forest abode and join them, bringing along his band of loyal slimes. A new world opened up to him, where his talents as a mage and slime tamer were met with admiration and awe.
Sue, an aged feline, had hoped to pass her final days in tranquility. Nevertheless, her designs were shattered by the arrival of the frolicsome ebony male cat, Tai-chan. Sue had never consented to be a caretaker for cats, and this unanticipated shift caught her off guard.
As I woke up, I found myself in a strange realm with a young lady I didn't recognize. It seemed like I had been transported to another world, and I felt a rush of excitement at the prospect of all the exhilarating adventures I might have. But unfortunately, my excitement was short-lived as I soon discovered that I couldn't speak a word. To my surprise, my summoner was an adorable demon lord, as far as I could tell. In this love comedy that's based on communication difficulties in another land, we had to rely on gestures to make sense of each other's words.
