(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A/CA) Morinohon
In the near future, civsecs like Rentaro Satomi and Enju Aihara are humanity's last defense against the viral life-forms known as 'Gastrea.' But now they're on a different mission, this one straight from the government of Tokyo Area: Stop the rampage of Kagetane Hiruko before he destroys the entire city!
(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A/CA) Saki Ukai
The battle for the future has just begun in this futuristic hit light novel series for which an anime adaptation has just aired! The future, where a terrible battle against a parasitic virus called 'Gastrea' has been fought, and lost. Humanity is cornered, and lives in despair. Rentaro and Enju face constant danger in their work as a team anti-Gastrea specialists known as 'Civil Security.' If the daily fight against oblivion weren't enough, they'll soon face a threat that could destroy all of Tokyo!
(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A/CA) Saki Ukai
Following Rentaro's defeat of the Stage Five Gastrea, Tokyo Area returns to uneasy normalcy. Soon after, the protector of Osaka Area, Sogen Saitake, comes to visit. Seitenshi is forced to act, and Rentaro finds himself drawn ever deeper into events out of his control. He and Enju will be forced to confront a new kind of threat just to protect the tenuous peace they've won - but how do you fight an enemy you can't even see?
(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A/CA) Saki Ukai
With the chaos of the Third Kanto Battle subsiding, peace is finally returning to the Tendo Civil Security Agency, and Rentaro, Kisara, Enju, and Tina are taking full advantage of the quiet. But when an old friend from Rentaro's childhood reappears, their bright days turn suddenly dark--and Rentaro finds himself imprisoned for a senseless murder. He plans a desperate escape, but his enemies keep coming, and they are like nothing he's ever fought before.
(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A/CA) Saki Ukai
Rentaro is still a fugitive, running from the law for a murder he didn't commit. Negotiating the advancing police perimeter with Hotaru, he devotes all of his waking hours to tracking down the shadowy foe who sprung this trap upon him.He is relentlessly pursued by Police Superintendent Hitsuma, even as Inspector Tadashima begins to have misgivings about his boss's behavior. Hitsuma's impending marriage to Kisara, meanwhile, advances closer and closer, as Hotaru finds herself starting to have feelings for Rentaro. A seemingly boundless web of emotions intertwines with itself- but what does it spell for Rentaro's future?
(W) Shiden Kanzaki (A) Saki Ukai
The Akasaka Palace reception hall is playing host to a summit welcoming the leaders of Japan's five governmental Areas. The Seitenshi, host and head of Tokyo Area, greets her equivalents from Osaka, Sendai, Hakata, and Hokkaido, and few are willing to lend a sympathetic ear to her attempts at brokering peace. The conference falls into chaos, the Seitenshi shocked that someone leaked out a state secret. The fallout soon brings the two Areas down the path to all-out war with each other, just as the Seitenshi vanishes from the palace!
(W/A/CA) Yana Toboso
A #1 New York Times bestseller! The butler of Phantomhive manor is simply too good to be true...or perhaps he's just too good to be human... A mysterious cult mesmerises legions of spectators with glorious rituals of song and dance. But the unbridled passion it inspires in its followers gives Queen Victoria cause for concern, and she urges Earl Ciel Phantomhive and his expert butler, Sebastian, to do some digging. Ciel has his own reasons for taking this lot to task, but the discovery of the cult's penchant for blood means the Queen's watchdog must make an immediate move. And when Sebastian goes probing behind the stages and into the shadows, he's met by a girl standing in his way, her sword ready to meet him head on...
A #1 New York Times bestseller! The butler of Phantomhive manor is simply too good to be true...or perhaps he's just too good to be human... (Vol. 24) A mysterious cult mesmerises legions of spectators with glorious rituals of song and dance. But the unbridled passion it inspires in its followers gives Queen Victoria cause for concern, and she urges Earl Ciel Phantomhive and his expert butler, Sebastian, to do some digging. Ciel has his own reasons for taking this lot to task, but the discovery of the cult's penchant for blood means the Queen's watchdog must make an immediate move. And when Sebastian goes probing behind the stages and into the shadows, he's met by a girl standing in his way, her sword ready to meet him head on...
(W/A) Yana Toboso
While Earl Ciel Phantomhive and his indomitable butler, Sebastian, are away on the trail of Blavat and the Blue Star Cult, the sound of gunshots echoes through the halls of their London townhouse. What chaos awaits master and servant upon their return home? And why is the young earl shaken to his core by the message left behind by the invader?
(W/A/CA) Yana Toboso
Three years prior, on his tenth birthday, Earl Ciel Phantomhive lost everything...but he was not alone. From the attack on the Phantomhive manor to the moment the contract with a certain devil was made, Ciel starkly recounts all that has come to pass...leaving all who bear witness breathless!
(W/A/CA) Yana Toboso
The truth of what happened three years ago comes to light, as the past Ciel sought to erase is thrust back into his face. The revelations shake the Phantomhive manor to its foundations, and even Sebastian, the resident devil, can only look on in admiration at the consummate gamesmanship at play. The Phantomhive blood, it would seem, runs thick with the thirst for vengeance... Ages 16 And Up, Grades 11 to 17
(W/A) Yana Toboso
Mey-rin, the faithful maid of the Phantomhive household-but her first encounter with Ciel was that of assassin and target! How did an orphan living on the streets come to be a loyal servant of the Queen's Watchdog?
(W/A) Yana Toboso
In order to cut off their enemies' lifelines, the Phantomhive staff has scattered in all directions. To the north, Mey-Rin, having infiltrated Baron Heathfield's manor, engages in battle with the masterful maid, Jane! Meanwhile, in the east, at a sanatorium for veterans, Baldo and Lau receive a rough welcome from the nurse celebrated as a miracle healer...
(W/A/CA) Yana Toboso
Baldo is currently a loyal servant of the Phantomhive estate, but who was he before? What led to his legacy as the immortal soldier, and what convinced him to put down his musket for a chef's knife? His mission at the hospital for veterans brings up memories buried deep within!
(W/A) Yana Toboso
In their mission to sever the enemy's lifeline, Baldo and Lau investigate a veterans' sanatorium-but their opinions on how to handle the situation cause them to clash! Meanwhile, Finny and Snake visit a newly established orphanage to the east, where Snake is reunited with a person he never thought he'd see again...
Just a stone's throw from London stands the manor house of the illustrious Phantomhive earldom. Earl Phantomhive is a giant in the world of commerce, Queen Victoria's faithful servant, and a 12-year old boy. Fortunately, his loyal butler Sebastian stands his side, ready to carry out the young master's wishes. Whether Sebastian is called to save a dinner party gone awry or probe the dark secrets of London's underbelly, there is practically nothing Sebastian cannot do. One might even say Sebastian is too good to be true, or at least, too good to be human!
Ciel, Sebastian, and Lau investigate a case where British citizens returning from India are attacked, stripped, and hung upside down outside Indian pubs in London. They are helped by the Indian Prince Soma and his butler Agni who are searching for Soma's servant Meena. Although Agni is human, he is on par with Sebastian's fighting skills. Their quest will take them into the home of Lord West and pit them against the villain in a curry contest.
The cheer of the holidays has passed, but the Noah's Ark traveling circus has been making the rounds, bringing fun and joy to children of all ages. However, a disturbing trend begins to surface in the wake of the colorful entourage. Children are disappearing whenever the circus packs up for its next destination, and there are neither clues nor corpses to be found. Dismayed by these occurrences, Queen Victoria dispatches Earl Phantomhive and his most able butler Sebastian to locate and reunite the missing children and their loved ones.
Having successfully infiltrated the Noah's Ark Circus as the stage personas Smile and Black, Earl Ciel Phantomhive and his consummate butler, Sebastian set about gathering clues backstage as to the whereabouts of the missing children Queen Victoria wishes them to recover. But between the duties required of them as the newest members of the troupe and their death defying performances, even this most efficient master and servant find themselves short on time.
Earl Ciel Phantomhive's quietude following the conclusion of the case of Noah's Ark Circus is short-lived, as Queen Victoria's very own butlers commandeer Phantomhive Manor and all its residents for a lavish banquet sanctioned by Her Majesty. Preparations for such an event are quick work in the hands of Sebastian, the house's most able butler, but corralling eminent guests during his young master's first-ever attempt at playing host may prove to be rather more of a challenge!
Due in no small part to Sebastian, his uncommon butler, Earl Ciel Phantomhive finally succeeds in earning an audience with the enigmatic headmaster of Weston College following the outcome of the annual cricket tourney. As moon-pale petals bloom on the lapels of the students who have been granted a place at the Midnight Tea Party, the man who holds all authority at the school reveals himself to his guests. Will his appearance shed light on the fate of the students who have gone missing, or will the mysteries continue to pile up within these hallowed school grounds?
(W) Doufu Mayoi (A) Gin Ammo
'Fight the strong and win-if you can't do that, you're a weakling!' A boy finds himself in a strange place, with no memory of his past. His name is Kelvin, and he soon discovers that he's been transmigrated to another world, giving up even his memories in exchange for extremely powerful abilities! Thus, he begins his journey as the world's strongest Summoner-challenging one mighty adversary after the other, gathering allies, and discovering his calling as a true battle junkie!!
(W) Doufu Mayoi (A) Gin Ammo
Ever since arriving in a new world with overpowered abilities-at the cost of his memories-Kelvin has steadily gathered one powerful ally after another. But now, the threat of a demon looms over Parth, City of Peace. As the strongest party in the area, Kelvin's group is tasked with investigating this new threat...only to walk into a life-and-death fight with a Rank S opponent! Luckily, our snarky, fun-loving battle junkie has assembled some of the most formidable allies around to combat them. The exhilarating battle fantasy journey continues as this black-clad warrior and his companions continue to leave their mark upon the world!
(W) Doufu Mayoi, Taishi
Waking up in a strange new place with no memory of his past life, Kelvin learns that he's bartered away those very memories in exchange for powerful new abilities during his recent transmigration. Heading out into a whole new world as a Summoner-with his first Follower being the very goddess who brought him over!-Kelvin begins his new life as an adventurer, and it isn't long before he discovers his hidden disposition as a battle junkie!
(W) Doufu Mayoi (A) Kurogin
Following his transmigration, during which he bartered away his memories in exchange for rare and powerful skills, Kelvin is fully enjoying his new life as an adventurer. After making a name for himself in Parth, becoming the city's most famous and respected adventurer along with his close-knit motley crew, he next sets his sights on Toraj, the Country of Water. But what should have been a peaceful visit to satiate his heartfelt cry of 'I haven't had a grain of rice since arriving in this world - I want some rice!!' was, of course, never fated to go smoothly. The unfortunate (or fortunate?) souls who just happened to catch the attention of this sarcastic, adventurous battle junkie are...none other than the Heroes of Deramis?! Join this black-clad warrior and his allies as they continue to make a name for themselves in the second volume of this epic journey!
(W) Kumo Kagyu (A) so-bin (CA) So-bin
Deep in the unexplored reaches of the dungeon, a corpse is discovered-one that shouldn't exist. After Iarumas is resurrected, his memories of life before death are gone, and he spends his days delving into the dungeon to retrieve the bodies of dead adventurers. Can they be revived as well? Or will God reduce them to piles of ash on the altar? Either way, Iarumas collects his finder's fee. And though his skills earn him some grudging respect, he's also scorned for this cold, utilitarian attitude. The living keep their distance-Iarumas consorts primarily with the dead. That is, until he meets Garbage, a feral young swordswoman who's the sole survivor of a massacred party. With Garbage by his side, Iarumas ventures deeper, scouring the dungeon for clues to his past, avoiding monsters, traps, and the inevitability of a permanent ashen demise.
The vampire Staz is one of the most powerful district bosses in the demon world, fending off everyone who dares challenge him. But secretly, the fearsome Staz is obsessed with human culture, especially video games, manga, and everything that comes from Japan! When a Japanese girl wanders into the demon world, Staz can't wait to meet the human and learn everything he can about her world. Unfortunately, before he's able to ask her anything, the girl is killed by one of his would-be usurpers, leaving just her bare soul behind. Staz vows to help the girl restore her body and return to her former life - especially since it means taking a trip to the human world himself!
In the vein of Soul Eater, demon and human cultures clash in this dark, urban action-comedy! Unwilling to let anyone just waltz away with her little girl, Neyn sends Team Fearless - a crew of vampire slayers - after Staz and Fuyumi as they make their way to Demon World South. Team Fearless has never actually taken down a vampire, but they're looking to make good on their name and 'save' Fuyumi. But for a hostage, the girl seems awfully eager to stay at the vampire's side. Has she fallen for the vampire's charms, or just for his blood?
(W/A) Lee NaRae
Thanks to Fetechou, the deep wounds in Naerim's heart finally begin to heal...but it only provokes Jina and her gang even more. Driven to the brink by their relentless bullying, Naerim cries out in desperation...only to be met with silence. Where is her trusty vampire when she needs him the most?
(W/A) NaRae Lee
One eerie night, in an old, abandoned church, a girl accidentally breaks the seal of an ancient vampire who...starts following her around like a hyper little puppy! It may not be your typical vampire story, but for Naerim, a victim of school bullying, Vlad's manic energy might be just what she needs to regain her smile!
(W/A) NaRae Lee
With the help of those close to her, Naerim was finally able to confront her bullies and move on. Becoming an adult, working as a full-fledged shaman, and falling in love with her vampire...whatever the future holds, she cannot wait to face the next chapter in her life! However, some scars are slow to heal, even after centuries pass. A pair of vampires from Fetechou's dark past have tracked him down, and they are determined to drag him back to the shadows...
(W/A) Aki Hamazi
Bocchi finally takes the stage in English, and she's brought her best friend-crippling anxiety! Hitori Goto just wants to make friends, but the thought of approaching a stranger on her own makes her so nervous that she's spent the entirety of middle school teaching herself how to shred on the guitar-to moderately successful (albeit anonymous) YouTube fame-in the hopes of seeming cool enough for someone else to reach out to her instead. After bringing her guitar to school provokes zero interest, Hitori's just about ready to shrivel up and die...which is when Nijika Ijichi comes across her moping in a playground and begs her to fill in for her band's flakey guitarist for their first-ever live performance! It's like her wish came true-but does this most antisocial of introverts have what it takes to perform in front of real people?!
(W) Aki Hamazi
Hitori 'Bocchi' Gotoh once played guitar in solitude, but ever since Nijika Ijichi roped her into joining Kessoku Band, she's experienced everything from playing live shows to part-time jobs to shopping for instruments. All told, she's having a good time, in her own socially anxious way. But now Bocchi's up against her biggest challenge yet-Performing on stage at her school festival!
(W) Aki Hamazi
Things are finally starting to look serious for Hitori 'Bocchi' Gotoh as Kessoku Band sets their sights on participating in the Unidentified Riot teen music festival! Now's the time the group to band together and focus on getting their name out there, but when faced with new venues and new faces, can Bocchi settle her nerves long enough to come out on top?
(W/A) Aki Hamazi
Kessoku band's successfully cleared the first stage of the Unidentified Riot music festival! But with more trials yet to come, can Bocchi hold it together and give her all in front of SIDEROS and the other powerhouse bands??!
(W) Yuumikan (A) Koin, Jirou Oimoto
Now known throughout NewWorld Online as 'the walking fortress,' Maple is joined by her best friend Sally, and the two travel to the second zone to prepare for the upcoming second battle royale event! Faced with the admins nerfing her skills, can Maple find new ways to break the game?
(W) Yuumikan (A) Jirou Oimoto
After somehow defeating the boss with the help of Sally, what happens when Maple warms up the egg that dropped!? Even the kimono-clad swordswoman Kasumi gets mixed up as the slapstick event continues!
(W) Yuumikan (A) Jirou Oimoto, Koin
Maple and Sally make smooth progress through the second event, but their antics lead to other players fearing them as living legends!! Whatever the fuss is about their being untouchable by swords or disappearing like illusions, the two will continue nonchalantly plowing through their enemies as usual!
