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After becoming tired of his dull life, the once powerful sorcerer opted for reincarnation a thousand years later as Kurt. However, he was surprised to find himself in a world where magic had diminished, and its practitioners were far weaker than his predecessors. Adding to his frustration, he discovered that his esteemed Gold Magic was flawed in this era, lessening his prestige. Determined to unravel this mystery, Kurt enrolled at the prestigious Magic Academy located in the Royal Capital. His unmatched abilities surprised everyone, leading the way for an unparalleled second chance at life.
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.
Many years ago, the vampire queen nearly destroyed the world with her overwhelming powers. Despite numerous attempts by humans to defeat her, they could not succeed and instead imprisoned her until they were strong enough to break the seal and end her life. However, they are not the only ones seeking the seal, as the renegade vampire king who betrayed his own kingdom and race, along with the dhampirs, relentlessly searches for it. He desires to break the seal and reunite with his queen before the humans can. But the humans and dhampirs fear the consequences of their reunion and seek to stop the king by any means necessary.
Commander Char Aznable, an ace pilot for Zeon, believed he could thwart the Federation's mobile suit construction by assaulting their research base located on colony Side 7. Unfortunately, he miscalculated. The Federation already had a functioning prototype, which they utilized to counterattack and wreak havoc. In the midst of the chaos, Amuro Ray, a skilled electronics expert, is steadfast in his resolve to prevent his loved ones from perishing due to the conflict. Nevertheless, how can a lone boy fend off invaders equipped with mobile suits?
Two boys, Black and White, who had lost their parents, fight to survive in the desolate streets of Treasure Town by stealing, attacking, and engaging in violent fights. As they struggle to navigate the shady and corrupt environment they have found themselves in, they come across lonely souls, small-time criminals, and unpredictable law enforcement. To add to their misery, a notorious gang of ruthless yakuza is planning to take over the city they call home. Can Black and White overcome this bleak reality and create a better life for themselves? This manga incorporates the artistic qualities of European comics, creating a surreal experience.
Shotaro Isinomori, a renowned Japanese comic book artist, created and illustrated this comic. It was initially serialized in Nintendo Power Magazine, comprising 12 installments ranging from January 1992 (Volume 32) to December 1992, and later published as a book in 1993. While it mostly traces the narrative of ALttP, some exclusive features were added to "amplify the dramatic pace and generate an element of astonishment."
The Japanese name Saiyukiden Daienoh has been attributed to Katsuya Terada's manga, "Legend of the Journey to the West: The Great Monkey King," which is based on the sixteenth century Chinese novel, Xi You Yi, from which Terada drew inspiration.
"I wished upon a star-filled night to meet you again." My love was granted in a distorted form. Me, a human, and you, who devours humans. In such a cruel world, how do we weave our love?
Despite being an average student, Tsukune manages to secure a place in a high school, only to realize that its student body is far from ordinary. He becomes the center of attention for a beautiful female student who bestows him with romantic attention. But, her affinity for him proves to be more concerning than flattering, as she leaves a evident mark on his neck after biting him. To make matters worse, Tsukune questions his ability to keep up in a school torn apart by a longstanding rivalry between werewolves and vampires, rather than athletes and scholars.
By 2029, the world had undergone four global conflicts and embraced a new era of technological advancement that had profoundly altered society. With widespread cybernetic enhancements, robotic artificial intelligence, and cyborgs, humanity had become more machine than human. Nevertheless, this cutting-edge shift also catalyzed the evolution of crime, as hackers, corrupt authorities, and other opportunistic individuals found ways to manipulate inventive systems for their own gain. Amidst the rampant criminal activity in Japan, the government established Section 9, an elite team of highly skilled operatives tasked with countering these threats. Leading the charge was Major Motoko Kusanagi, a fearless and tenacious woman who spearheaded Section 9's efforts to combat cyberterrorism and safeguard the nation's stability in the face of an ever-advancing future.
The "lost" stories of Ghost in the Shell can be found in Ghost in the Shell 1.5: Human-Error Processor. These tales were crafted by Shirow Masamune after completing the original manga and before creating the acclaimed Ghost in the Shell 2: Man-Machine Interface. Until now, these stories were not previously published together. Human-Error Processor focuses on the everyday battles of Section 9 agents as they combat technocrime. This entry to the franchise has the same mind-bending cyber madness one would expect from Ghost in the Shell, but in a police-procedural setting, complete with action and suspense.
Rikuo Nura appears to be a regular student, but his true identity is far from typical. He is 25% youkai and destined to lead a powerful youkai clan, led by his grandfather Nurarihiyon. However, due to his childhood beliefs that youkai are solely evil, Rikuo avoids embracing his fate. At night, Rikuo transforms into a youkai resembling Nurarihiyon at his prime. He realizes that his abilities can be utilized for protection rather than destruction and begins to accept his legacy. Rikuo's ultimate goal is to unite all the youkai clans in Japan into his own "Night Parade of a Hundred Demons," and he eventually learns to embrace his destiny.
