(W) Akinari Asakura (A) Takeshi Obata A pair of dreamers strive to rise to the top of the comedy world in this story by Akinari Asakura with art by Takeshi Obata (Death Note)! Shy Azemichi Shijima has secretly been studying the art of comedy. His outgoing classmate Taiyo Higashikata has big dreams of being funny but no follow-through. When the two team up, they just might take the comedy world by storm! Higashikata and Shijima vow to abandon their comedy dreams if they fail to win the High School Comedy Battle, but the competition is not what they prepared for. With just 30 minutes to spare, will they be able to write an entirely new sketch worthy of first place? Or is this the end for the talented duo?

In order to keep a newborn Komodo dragon from joining the endangered species list, the Shaolin Cowboy must first make him an orphan and then adopt him into the ways of the "Intercepting fist" to keep their road trip from turning into roadkill.

(W) Akinari Asakura (A) Takeshi Obata Azemichi and Taiyo are One-Way Ticket to the Top, the final performers of the Wara-1 Koshien prelims! Between Azemichi's carefully scripted comedy and Taiyo's flawless acting, they've got the perfect routine to win over the crowd. But despite having started off with the biggest laughs of the day, Azemichi draws a blank halfway through their routine and forgets his next line! Unless Azemichi and Taiyo can save their performance, they may have just lost their only chance at making their comedy dreams come true?

By winning the preliminary round, Azemichi and Taiyo have officially qualified for the Wara-1 Koshien comedy competition! Rumor has it that everyone who's ever gotten advice from the eccentric Professor Hiyama has gone on to win Wara-1 Koshien-but the only way to get that advice is to win the Hiyama Cup! Can Azemichi and Taiyo beat both Broken Glass Slipper and Shiba Inu World Tour to win a meeting with the comedy legend?

(W) Akinari Asakura (A) Takeshi Obata Defeated by Rising at the High School Comedy Battle and faced with their lack of experience compared to Broken Glass Slipper at the Hiyama Cup, Azemichi and Taiyo must grapple with yet another loss. But now it's time to travel to Osaka, where the ten best comedy duos in the nation have gathered! This is the start of the competition that will crown the best high school comedians in the country, the Wara-1 Koshien!!

(W) Akinari Asakura (A) Takeshi Obata The Wara-1 Koshien finals have finally begun! Despite having the first (and worst) spot in the line-up, Glass Slipper kicks off the competition with an unprecedented performance, setting a score that's nearly impossible to beat! And as if the contestants didn't already have odds stacked against them, One-Way Ticket's rivals Brutus have hatched a plan to sabotage the whole event... Are Azemichi and Taiyo's chances of winning about to go up in smoke?!

(W) Akinari Asakura (A) Takeshi Obata A pair of dreamers strive to rise to the top of the comedy world in this story by Akinari Asakura with art by Takeshi Obata (Death Note)! Shy Azemichi Shijima has secretly been studying the art of comedy. His outgoing classmate Taiyo Higashikata has big dreams of being funny but no follow-through. When the two team up, they just might take the comedy world by storm! Three comedy duos have finished their acts for the Wara-1 Koshien championship, and none have come close to beating Broken Glass Slipper's high score! But with Brutus finally taking the competition seriously and an experienced group like Sprechchor waiting in the wings, could Broken Glass Slipper be looking at the end of their first-place reign?

(W/A) Yoshiki Nakamura Ren Tsuruga loves Kyoko Mogami! Once Kyoko gets over the shock of the announcement, she's ecstatic about the news! But in order to protect their privacy and their careers, they have to keep their relationship upgrade a secret. Good thing Kyoko has a long-awaited trip to Dayjowey Land and the filming of her new series to keep her occupied. Will some strange new acquaintances prove to be a little over the top as a distraction, though?

It's the season of giving in Tokyo, but Lory's granddaughter Maria is in no mood to celebrate. Kyoko, never one to sit out a challenge, finally gets Maria to admit what has her so soured on the holidays. It turns out December 24th is Maria's birthday--and the anniversary of her mother's death! Can Kyoko work a Christmas miracle and give this little girl a happy birthday?

Ren's new cast mate Taira Murasame used to be a biker, and he sees show biz as just another gang to get to the top of. Normally Ren would have no problem dealing with a punk, but his role as BJ requires him to tap his darkest depths. When Murasame and Ren have to fi ght on camera, can Ren remember that it's only acting?!

(W/A/CA) Yoshiki Nakamura By Yoshiki Nakamura Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But he's casting her out now that he's famous! Kyoko won't suffer in silence--she's going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz!

(W/A) Yoshiki Nakamura Kyoko is elated that Moko has been tapped for an overseas film, and she's ready to do anything she can to support her best friend-even take part in a special practice shoot with Ren Tsuruga! They aren't ready to make their sort-of relationship public yet, but can they keep it a secret when they're working so intensely with their friends and enemies?

(W/A) Yoshiki Nakamura Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But he's casting her out now that he's famous! Kyoko won't suffer in silence-she's going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz!

With Sannoh pulling away with a big lead on the scoreboard in the second half, Shohoku is looking clearly outmatched. With the team foundering, Sakuragi decides he's got to get everyone fired up and boldly declares that he's going to take Sannoh down. Shohoku still has a long way to go, and Akagi himself needs to find a way to overcome Kawata's strong defense. But if Shohoku can find their rhythm, they just might get back in the game.

FINAL VOLUME! With only a minute left in the game, the players of Shohoku High have closed the gap on the scoreboard with a supreme effort that has the crowd on its feet. Sannoh, the reigning champions, are still in the lead, but the game now hangs in the balance, and it isn’t over until the last whistle blows. Both teams know this is it—time to lay everything on the line and no holding back, because only one team will leave the court victorious!

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata While waiting to be rescued, Princess Syalis is so bored out of her mind that she just wants to sleep away the time. But the Demon Castle is terrifying...ly uncomfortable! What's a princess to do to catch some Zzz's other than fashion a pillow out of her captors and make an air mattress from a sacred shield? Unfortunately, her many schemes can only try the patience of the Demon King and his put-upon minions for so long...right? For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata While waiting to be rescued, Princess Syalis makes herself at home by commandeering a bathtub, befriending a girl demon, and participating in a castle fitness challenge. Her plots to get some shut-eye include stealing ice from Frost Demons to cool off on a hot summer night, attempting to make her own DIY waterbed, toying with magic spells, and provoking an enchanted flower into releasing a soporific. And then the nightmares begin... For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata Winter has come, and Princess Syalis will do anything to stay warm, including creating a DIY magical device (known as a 'Ko-tatsu'), knitting woolen underwear and trying to convince the castle blacksmith to make her a window to keep out the drafts. When she accidentally dies yet again-along with Stamper Cat-curious resurrection complications ensue. Then it's Christmas and New Year's! Who will the Demon King designate as naughty or nice? And will all of the other demons let poor Syalis join in any demon games?? And now the Demon King has insomnia! For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata Valentine's Day arrives and Princess Syalis is hard put to get the haul of chocolate she's accustomed to receiving back home in her kingdom. Her latest plots to get a better night's rest include learning to hibernate, becoming a ghost and getting an annoying earworm out of her head. And how can she put a stop to the Teddy Demons summoning her every time they get into a kerfuffle...? Then the princess gets kidnapped from her kidnappers! For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata Princess Syalis comes to the surprising conclusion that being good will earn her a good night's sleep! But none of the demons trust her sudden transformation. The princess's latest dilemmas include a growing urge to use the bathroom when it's out of order, her pet Eggplant Seal outgrowing her quarters, and growing into a giant instead of up. And then it's time for the castle's Hostage Reeducation Week... Plus, a visit to demon preschool! For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata The Demon King and his troops travel to a demilitarized zone bordering the demon world and the human world for some intense physical training alongside their human counterparts. When one group mocks the other, Syalis is hell-bent on revenge! While the Demon Castle recovers from their boot camp, the princess saves the day...and wrecks it even more. Then, an integral member of the Demon Castle staff resigns and heads for home...with the rest of the demons and one human in hot pursuit! For teen audiences.

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata A leaked video from the Demon Castle embarrasses most of its occupants. Agave finally confronts her demons-or rather, the Demon King. Then, when Princess Syalis messes with a magical spinning wheel, it's Poseidon who takes the hit. To rescue the God of the Sea from the effects of the wheel, she must embark on a deep dive into the history of the spell and?her own family?! Plus, Twilight's first love revealed! Sort of. For teen audiences.

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(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata The Monster Bird Egg Association's efforts to poach Cursed Musician prove short-lived as Odile's true motivations are revealed. Meanwhile, Silmoth brings some much-needed experience and dignity back to the Ten Guardians-right up until the princess enters the scene. Then, the residents of the Demon Castle discover the power of partying and Twilight is forced to decide whether a personal invitation to the Wild Avian Hotel is a deadly trap or a fun-filled opportunity. There's also puppies powering up, popularity polls, and pugnacious plants!

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata Alraune's showdown with the hero's party is brought to an explosive end by a ferocious attack of fangirlism. Poseidon throws a fit when the construction of the gate between the old and new castles is interrupted-again. Demon Cleric is most definitely not at all jealous about the princess hanging out with Hypnos. Twilight and Hades both shrink shamefully after duking it out. And, of course, the princess dies again-but this time Demon Cleric can't bring her back, demanding an impromptu trip to the Underworld and a shocking family reunion!

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata Another milestone for the Demon Castle is (unintentionally) celebrated with surf, sand, and sun. Quilladillo discovers the hidden costs of fame, while Vampire discovers the incredible power of normalcy. A quest for a free pillow goes awry when a brief trip to the home of the Divinities results in Princess Syalis and Poseidon coming face-to-face with Somnus-the god of sleep. Plus, river races, idol groups, Angel Teddies, part-time jobs, and the Demon Castle residents like you've never seen them before!

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata The truth behind the missing member of the Ten Guardians and the castle-wide gender swap are simultaneously solved. Bean-based holidays are mixed up and celebrated by Agave and Princess Syalis. Emotions run high when the Demon King and the hero run into each other-and the secret of Twilight's first love is finally revealed (to him). Plus, Teddy Demon transformations, concerning commentary about confidential content, boisterous baking, vexing vacations, and more!

(W/A/CA) Kagiji Kumanomata Twilight, Zeus, and the princess must prepare to face a truly harrowing challenge-attending incognito at the Goodreste Royal Academy! However, things quickly go awry when they encounter a group of demon-obsessed students, a mysterious grimoire, and the most dangerous enemy they've ever faced. Then Demon Cleric deals with some non-Syalis feels, Odile's vacation fail ends with him getting eaten by a whale, a princess possessed by a father proves a bother, and more! For teen audiences.

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata Great Red Siberian has gone missing! Is the Demon King's lackadaisical pet parenting responsible for his sudden disappearance, or does the arrival of a mysterious new enemy have something to do with it? Then once that's dealt with, Princess Syalis discovers Twilight is the worst kind of drunk (sad), Alraune struggles to live up to how a trio of young pups see her (as super rad), and Leo explores how he feels about the Demon Castle's latest body swap (very, very, very bad).

(W/A) Kagiji Kumanomata Dreams are coming true at the Demon Castle-though unfortunately only the nightmarish kind! As the Demon Army prepares for a historic meeting of the Demon World's movers and shakers, will they be able to keep the chaos under control?

(W) Kazuki Sakuraba 'What are the 'bamboo'? They are from China. They look just like us. They live by night. They drink human lifeblood but otherwise keep their distance. And every century, they grow white blooming flowers. A boy name Kyo is saved from the precipice of death by Bamboo, a vampire born of the tall grasses. They start an enjoyable yet strange shared life together, Kyo and the gentle Bamboo. But for Bamboo, communication with a human being is the greatest sin.'

(W/A/CA) Junji Ito Try not to be noticed when you eat the secret nectar, otherwise you'll get smashed... What horrific events happened to create the earthbound-people tied to a certain place for the rest of their short lives? Then, a strange haunted house comes to town, but no one expects it to lead to a real hell... Welcome to Junji Ito's world, a world with no escape from endless nightmares. For older teen audiences.

(W/A) Haruka Chizu Long gone are the days when Muku Shiroshika would play carefree in the snow with her childhood friends. Thrust into a thankless caregiver role, Muku wants to break free from her oppressive family and regain control of her life. When her childhood friend Yuto pays her an unexpected visit, she finds hope in his words and decides to take a chance on happiness. But as she works to define herself, she finds that breaking free of her family's influence is harder than she thought.

(W/A) Haruka Chizu A reunion with her childhood friend gives a depressed young caregiver the push she needs to live for herself and find love. Muku Shiroshika's happy and carefree childhood comes to an abrupt end after her father's tragic death. In the ten years since, she's worked a thankless job as a caregiver for her dementia-suffering grandfather. Between taking care of her family, searching for a job, and enduring her grandmother's constant criticism, Muku finds herself drowning. She's desperate to escape, but with nowhere to go, Muku loses hope. That is, until her childhood friend Yuto appears on her doorstep one snowy day and inspires her to live for herself. Muku has finally left her toxic family behind, but she can't help but feel bad for abandoning her little sister Inori. Eager to make Muku smile, Yuto decides they should invite Inori to hang out with them. On the surface, it appears that Yuto's goal is to alleviate Muku's stress, but it turns out he has a different plan in mind.

(W/A/CA) Sorata Akiduki Shirayuki lays her life on the line to help Kihal and her bird, Popo, prove their worth to the kingdom-which leads Zen to kiss her for the very first time! Now she can't get that kiss out of her head. Will she be able to keep her cool around the man she's falling for? For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Sorata Akiduki Finally rid of the Claw of the Sea, Shirayuki and company return to Clarines-just in time for Palace Exhibition Day, the one day the palace is open to the public. But as Zen, bedecked in fancy garb, performs his princely duties, Shirayuki realizes how wide the gap between them truly is. For teen audiences.

(W/A) Sorata Akiduki Obi and Eisetsu are undercover at a masked ball, but they're not acting like themselves! Most of the other partygoers also seem a bit off, except for one noblewoman. With her wits still about her, the woman flees from the venue-leaving a dubious aroma behind in her wake for Eisetsu to pursue! For teen audiences.

(W/A/CA) Sorata Akiduki Shirayuki and company track Kageya and Ryu to their supposed whereabouts, but all they find is an empty house and signs of a scuffle. A conspicuous clue leads them to believe that Kageya has a secret greenhouse where she concocts the antidote to the menacing perfume, so that's their next stop! It's time to snuff out the unsettling aroma that has enthralled the northern lands! For teen audiences.

(W/A) Sorata Akiduki Shirayuki and company have at last received permission from Lord Eisetsu to spread the light-bringing phostyrias plant. Back in Lilias, as the team prepares for the next phase of the plant propagation plan, Ryu makes a major decision of his own! And it seems that a job offer has been posted in the City of Academics-one seeking an herbalist with very particular qualifications!

(W/A) Yuhiro Tsujitsugu Yukio was destroyed in battle and Tetsuo survived in an escape pod. After eight years in cold sleep, the escape pod finally lands back on Earth, and Tetsuo awakens, determined to fulfill his promise to his comrade in arms that he would live his life to the fullest and make many friends. But what he finds instead is a world in ruins, entirely frozen beneath a blanket of ice and snow-a snowball Earth! What happened to humanity, how did the Earth freeze over, and will Tetsuo be able to keep his last promise to Yukio?