HISTORICAL

The year is 1992. Meiko Uehara, a young college student, starts work part-time at a PC shop to make a little spare cash. One day, however, she goes up to the second floor of the shop and discovers a secret - the PC shop is a front for Alcohol Soft, a developer of erotic “bishoujo” PC games. Lacking sufficient manpower, the head of Alcohol Soft asks Meiko if she can help out as a graphic artist. Drawing with a mouse! Dithering! Debugging! The game development scene in 1992 is not an easy one. Will Meiko be able to make it in the gaming world?Drawn by Tamiki Wakaki (The World God Only Knows), with firsthand accounts by Misato Mitsumi and Tatsuki Amazuyu (developers at AQUAPLUS, who helped create To Heart, Tears to Tiara, Utawarerumono, and more), this series initially started as a doujinshi before being released as a compiled manga.

Ilhwa, the young mistress of the Blood Demon Cult, follows her master’s orders to wipe out the Namgung Clan. However, just before her death, she hears a shocking truth from the very master who betrayed her. “Now, in all the world, you are the only Namgung left.” Ilhwa learns that she is actually Seolhwa, a child from the Namgung Clan who went missing long ago, and that she was raised solely to be used in the Blood Demon’s vile schemes. Returning to her thirteen-year-old self from a tragic death, Ilhwa—no, Namgung Seolhwa—realizes she has been given a chance to change the future and sets out to prevent the annihilation of her clan. Will Seolhwa be able to stop the Blood Demon from destroying her family and succeed in taking revenge?

Ax is the premier Japanese magazine for alternative comics, heir to the legendary Garo. Published bi-monthly since 1998, the pages of Ax contain the most innovative, experimental, and personal works in contemporary manga - the flourishing underground of the world's largest comics industry. Ax has always published manga outside of the more commercial market and not followed manga conventions, thus the titles appearing in this magazine do NOT fall under any of the basic demographics (shoujo/shounen/seinen/josei). This landmark English publication volume includes work by 33 artists: The Watcher by Osamu Kanno Love's Bride by Yoshihiro Tatsumi Conch of the Sky by Imiri SAKABASHIRA Rooftop Elegy by Takao Kawasaki Inside the Gourd by Ayuko Akiyama Me by Shigehiro Okada Push Pin Woman by Katsuo Kawai A Broken Soul by Nishioka Kyodai Into Darkness by Takato Yamamoto Enrique Kobayashi's El Dorado by Toranosuke Shimada The Neighbor by Yuka Goto 300 Years by Mimiyo Tomozawa Black Sushi Party Piece by Takashi Nemoto Puppy Love by Yusaku Hanakuma The Brilliant Ones by Namie Fujieda The Hare and the Tortoise by Mitsuhiko Yoshida The Twin Adults (Two Stories) by Kotobuki Shiriagari Haiku Manga (Two Stories) by Shinbo Minami Mushroom Garden by Shinya Komatsu Home Drama: The Sugawara Family by Einosuke A Well-Dressed Corpse by Yuichi Kiriyama Arizona Sizzler by Yunosuke Saito The Rainy Day Blouse & The First Umbrella by Akino Kondo Stand by Me by Tomohiro Koizumi My Old Man & Me by Shin'ichi Abe Up and Over by Seiko Erisawa The Song of Mr. H. by Shigeyuki Fukumitsu Kataoka Toyo Pathos Theater (2 Stories) by TOUYOU Kataoka Kosuke Okada and His 50 Sons by Hideyasu Moto Les Raskolnikov by Keizo Miyanishi Alraune Fatale by Hiroji Tani Sacred Light by Otoya Mitsuhashi Six Paths of Wealth by Kazuichi Hanawa

"How did know? I’ve been doing so well that no one knows.” Adrian Caesar von der Palatgraf. Heir to the Palatgraf family. He was praised as an angel in the world, but only I knew. The serial murders and attempted murders that have made a lot of noise these days are all the work of that good-looking master. “Adrian’s murderous intent rises.” “Convince Adrian to lower his murderous intent. Otherwise, you will die.” “92% of Adrian’s flesh ” Only I knew ...Because I was the only one who entered this crazy horror game world.

Legend of Mir: Gold Armored Dragon"Where am I? What am I?"Gold Armored Sword Dragon, the boss monster of Demon Palace's 7th floor and the Guardian of the Abyss, becomes self-aware and awakens in a game world!Gold Armored Sword Dragon (or Geum-gab Do-Ryong) is a giant dragon covered in golden scales, but he takes on a human form once he withstands a set number of attacks. He's a rare character in the game, "New Legend of Mir", a supposedly authentic martial arts game.Dorothy, the girl who call him "Geum Ryong" (Gold Dragon) Jeok Chan-Woon, the attack force's leader and commander of the Red Blood Group and Gepetto, who goes by the nickname, "Dumplinghead Girl"Their story takes place inside the world of Murim within the virtual-reality martial arts game, "New Legend of Mir"!

Yu Ziyou and Zhong Wan pledged allegiance to different sovereigns. Both of them were talented people who appreciated each other yet had clashed openly and covertly before. After losing the fight for the throne, Zhong Wan brought his two young masters with him to the distant frontier. For the sake of survival, he relied on that bit of friendship that existed between him and Yu Ziyou when they were young. He borrowed some of his personal belongings while also dropping various hints which made everyone think that there was something intimate going on between them. Given the Yu Clan’s powerful authoritative presence in the imperial court, this layer of relationship allowed Zhong Wan to live a much better life than before indeed. In addition, the stories he cooked up began to seem more and more realistic. As rumors of their lovely romance spread a thousand miles into the horizon, Yu Ziyou, who was located in the distant capital city, eventually caught wind of his deeply moving and epic love affair. Having been completely brainwashed for seven years, Yu Ziyou fell into a trance and believed the stories. It seemed like something special really did happen between them back in those years…

Amidst the Silence of All Magic in the Divine Land, Mara is about to descend. In order to prevent the destruction of the Divine Land and save all the people, Chen Xing, the last exorcist, embarks on a journey to release the sealed spiritual qi of heaven and earth — only four years remain. The road ahead is full of thorns. Watch this cute little koi Chen Xing and the moody and grumpy Protector Xiang Shu, together with numerous people with distinct personalities in their group, working together to turn the tide again and again!

Did a very important dragon (VID) just fall in love with me? Despite being nobility, Pearl was ostracized for being 'cursed' and was sold off to a neighboring liege. But she was kidnapped on her journey there, and by none other than Eric, the beautiful, yet callous sole heir of the Great Dragons. And the first thing he demanded was for Pearl to say she loved him…?

The brave princess attacks the sexy king? The princess marries off to a royal family from a far-away country, and then notices that her fiancé is a savage pervert?! Not only does she have to resist against the ruthless prince, but also has to hide from an evil assassination! Meanwhile, the king shows off his compassionate side to the princess…

Eugene has reincarnated into the body of “Reina,” a single mother with a daughter. Luckily, the confusing transition only lasted a short while, and she adjusted to her new world quickly.After she had lived for 4 years as “Reina”…She suddenly receives a threatening message informing her that she must kidnap the Princess of the Duchy if she wishes to have her daughter back.As she sinks into her despair, she suddenly recalls a certain novel she had read before.“…No way.”A character who was arrested and executed after being blackmailed by an unknown villain to kidnap the heroine.A character who was merely a tool in confirming the love that the heroine’s father held for his daughter.That’s what “Reina” was destined to be.***“There are enemies who intend to kidnap Lady Estelle.”“Finally, opponents who willingly seek death.”“I-I can help you capture them.”There was a long silence.“You will help?”Reina nodded and unfolded the small piece of paper she had hidden in her apron pocket.“The person who intends to kidnap Lady Estelle wrote this letter to me.”“…!”As soon as the duke reached out his hand to take the note, Reina quickly hid the note in her pocket. She could see the rising anger reflected in his eyes.“In exchange, I would like to make a request.”She holds back her tears as she continues speaking.“My child…”“…”“Please save my child.”

The ‘Sleeping Beauty’ who falls asleep during the day is not only a princess, but also an un-aging and immortal witch. The witch, Chen Xi, has been punished by God and will fall asleep during the day, to wake up only when night falls. In order to break the curse, she and a young man collect light. As the collected light increases, the reasons for Chen Xi's punishment by God are gradually revealed.

In 30 B.C., Cleopatra fell into eternal darkness--or so it should have been. However, she was drawn from the underworld by the gods of Ancient Egypt, gaining eternal youth. She lurked underground in North Africa until she resurfaced in 1942, during World War II. Along with the Lieutenant Antonio, whom she fatefully encountered, she heads for the base of the general of the German army. However...After more than two thousand years, the curtain rises on the reconquest of Egypt!

From INKR: Liu Wei continues to investigate grievous crimes while being the wife of the esteemed Rong Ling. Since she is very determined to find every clue, Rong Ling can't help but worry for her. Lord Liu Wei's compelling story continues with mystery, intrigue, and romance!

When schoolgirl Takiko Okuda attempts to destroy her father's translation of The Universe of the Four Gods, she is instead literally sucked into the story, becoming the Priestess of Genbu in an epic journey to find the seven Celestial Warriors.

During the exciting days of preparing to become the Crown Princess, my family faced ruin when my father was falsely accused of treason. Barely escaping with my life, I assumed the identity of a distant male relative and began living as an oejibu (lawyer). But... my disguise as a man suited me perfectly, and my skills and resourcefulness as an oejibu were unmatched! With a perfect track record, I, Kang Eunsan, became a renowned oejibu. One night, I crossed paths with a scholar named Lee Chosi, who had the audacity to criticize oejibus as "a dirty group driven by greed." To make matters worse, he challenged me to prove that oejibus are essential to the people-by winning three cases in a row! A Joseon-era courtroom romance, The Lady's Courtroom.

Aoi is an enterprising young journalist living in Taishō era Tokyo. Though the city is thriving, a string of murders have left people shaken. As Aoi investigates the crimes, she sees her old friend Shutaro. But Shutaro died years ago, didn’t he? What Aoi doesn’t know is that Shutaro is a vampire, working for the government as part of an elite unit. Can he protect Aoi from the dark forces battling for the city’s soul?

Isaac Esteban, the one I loved and who loved me in return. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ He, who had been so devoted to her, suddenly betrayed Calliope for the saintess who had traveled the lands in search for knights to defeat the demon king. He turned his back on Calliope and left to follow Clementia as the chosen knight fated to subjugate the demon king, who is resurrected every 500 years, saying he felt true love for the latter. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Foolish Calliope waited for him, hoping to take that one chance to cling to him when he returned. She could never forget that gaze that looked at her so lovingly. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ He came back a year later, dead, without a body and only his name left behind. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Stricken with grief, she lived as if she were in hell for a year. In the end, during the parade for the one-year anniversary celebration of the demon king’s defeat, she climbed up the bell tower and jumped to her death. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Stupid Calliope. Foolish Calliope. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ She could neither forget nor throw away the man who had done the same to her. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ She, who threw her life away like that, opened her eyes once again. To her childhood. To the day before she entered the Marquis’ household. To the days as a young child with nothing.

In 1941, Soutarou Kuramoto returns to Japan after years abroad with something on his mind. His closest childhood friend was a boy named Haroumi Asuma, who was famous for his traditional dances in women's clothing. Soutarou loved watching Haroumi dance, but after a fight one day, Soutarou told Haroumi: "I hate the way you dance." The two of them grew apart, and it has haunted him ever since. Soutarou is determined to finally apologize to Haroumi. With the threat of war looming over Japan, will their reunion finally bring Soutarou peace, or will it force him to confront his long-repressed feelings?

The county lord Doreen was forced to marry by the queen, and she was unwilling to escape from the palace under the protection of two shadow guards. One is a bamboo horse for many years, and the other is a lifesaver, who is far away from the deep palace and wandering around the world. Who is the final destination of the Lord?

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During the Meiji era, in a small village deep in the mountains, Matsu nearly gets devoured by a specter, but is saved by Makami, who is part man, part wolf. Despite his ferocious appearance, he's kind and a true gentleman, and she falls in love with him. When blood spills, the animal in him comes out, but he turns his fangs on himself rather than attacking Matsu. Seeing this, Matsu reaches out to him... and the two become entwined in a passion that burns like wildfire.

Ant Studio collection of short romance stories which publish once a week. Currently 5 stories are lined up.

Nagahisa Amachi is a master of the sword working as a hired sword in search of countries involved in a war to make a living. Besides that, he's also searching for one thing. A man !! A man with a scar on his face !! A man who stole his father's precious sword !! A man who brutally murdered his family with that very sword !!

Tessa Gray thought her journey to London would be the beginning of a new life, but she never could have envisioned the dark turn that life would take… Abducted upon her arrival, Tessa is introduced to London’s Downworld, the sordid supernatural underbelly of the city, and informed that her future will be recast to service a man known as “the Magister.” Only the intervention of the London Institute’s Shadowhunters delivers the girl from this fate, but sinister forces are still gathering around Tessa. Even so, Tessa’s attraction to two of the young Shadowhunters who have taken her under their wings may prove more dangerous by far…

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For thousands of years, humans have worshiped the gods of the heavenly world, but faith has been on the decline since a celestial last graced the earth. That is, until a scorned princess with a target on her back is miraculously rescued by one. Hunted down by soldiers from her own nation, Princess Chaeyeon is in a desperate battle for her life. As if to answer her prayers, a mysterious man with wings swoops down from the sky, whisking Chaeyeon away to the land of Mount Kunlun, home of the Great Celestial Phoenix who will soon become her husband. Blessed with this unprecedented opportunity, Chaeyeon is determined to become the Celestial Bride and right the wrongs of her past. In doing so, she may just change the course of her fate, both on Earth and in Heaven.

Ryeon knew from the moment she was born that her life was a cursed one. Born sickly in a martial arts family meant she had nothing else to do other than wait for death. And when that icy embrace came, it delivered not peace but a second chance at life! Regressed to her days as a child, Ryeon resolves to cure herself and live a long, healthy life for the sake of herself and her family.

The "failed" daughter of a duke, whose appearance and abilities are both mediocre, finds a warm "place she belongs" in an arranged political marriage.The excellent House of the Duchy of Sanchez has two daughters. The older sister, Flora, is a brilliant and talented holy maiden candidate. The younger sister, Carolina, is a plain and talentless dropout... In such circumstances, Carolina receives a marriage offer from the second prince of the neighbouring country to improve the nations' relations. However, her groom, the prince is rumoured to be savage and cruel. Carolina accepts thinking "If I can be of help," but her life completely changes upon marriage. Contrary to the gossip, she is fairly appraised by both the chivalrous prince and the empress, so she is accepted for herself?!---**Original Web Publication:** (https://www.comic-earthstar.jp/detail/mujikaku/), (https://seiga.nicovideo.jp/comic/58497), (https://comic.pixiv.net/works/8363)

After badmouthing the Gods, He Muyan was thrown into the system to be reborn infinitely. He was reincarnated as an elf in his seventh rebirth, when he realized the reality and planned to head in a bad direction before seeing a face he could never forget, his ex-boyfriend, Jin Yuanchen. How could he be here, and why he had become a bandit, and kidnapped He Muyan to be Mrs. Yanzhai (Husband)?

UPDATE EVERY TUESDAY—Krishna has a stalking, possessive,and obsessed boyfriend— once she realized he was stalking her,she knew she had to run away as quick as possible and get out of love fairs! Until she met star joskea!

He was an immortal sect's supreme being who oversaw the six realms. Elegant and dignified, he was admired and respected by all, but no one could attain him. She was born with hostile qi, a young girl destined to become a demon. Yet, fate had her approach him ignorantly and she became his disciple. He named her Chong Zi

In the skies above a world similar to ours during the 2nd World War, a dragon flies for the first time since the age of myths – controlled by a human master to whom he owes everything.

Enjoy this special side story to celebrate the launch of the Hell's Paradise anime series! The children of a small village try to take down the stranger who's started living nearby, but he won't die no matter what they do to him!

When Princess Alisa is framed for a terrible crime, she is shocked to learn that her own family wants her executed. Feeling defeated, she finds herself reborn as the princess of a rival empire. And though her new family acts sweet and kind on the surface, she’s not sure they can be truly trusted. Luckily, with this new life comes new power. But what exactly is this mysterious magic that awakens in her? And more importantly, can she use it to get vengeance against those who once betrayed her?

In Shanghai in 1914, many forces had gathered to fight for their own interests. This included warlords, the Japanese, the old Qing court, colonial concessions and gangs. The survivor, Xia Sheng, also came to Shanghai to find the enemy in Tucun. With his strong detective instincts and Feng Xichen as his companion, they will solve multiple cases and identify the true culprits whilst trying to solve a mystery of their own.

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At a young age, she was a genius medical doctor who was imprisoned by her grandfather. But just as she managed to escape her shackles she met with misfortune and crossed over to another world. Now she’s the overbearing, yet good-for-nothing, eldest daughter within the Duke’s family. Everyone ridicules her for having no spirit familiar, and even her fiance takes joy in bullying her! But so what? I’ve got my accupuncture needles, so even if you’re on deaths door and begging me, I might not help you! And that man, don’t come near me! I may have saved your life, but I didn’t ask you to repay with your body!

A girl from 21st century time traveled to the ancient China into a body of a weak kind girl who's pregnant. It could be a sad story about a poor girl got bullied by others, but now everything's different! She's not that weak girl any more, and with the help of her smart baby boy, she can conquer every difficulty ahead!

Everything in this beautiful mansion is full of mystery! "Never walk around after nine o'clock. Remember that."

It is the year 2205. The “Historical Revisionists” have begun attacking the past. In order to prevent history from being altered, the Time Government has sent “Saniwa” to the past. Awakened by these Saniwa are the tsukumogami dwelling in swords, “Touken Danshi”. In order to protect history, they throw themselves into battle. The Saniwa gives their Touken Danshi the order to go on a new sortie. They assign a formation with Hachisuka Kotetsu as the captain, Kashuu Kiyomitsu, Yamatonokami Yasusada, Izuminokami Kanesada, Horikawa Kunihiro and Nagasone Kotetsu. Hachisuka Kotetsu is rubbed the wrong way by the existence of Nagasone Kotetsu, who is a forgery. The stage is the first year of the Genji era (1864). The target of the Historical Revisionists is the Shinsengumi. Kashuu Kiyomitsu and Yamatonokami Yasusada were Okita Souji's swords, Izuminokami Kanesada and Horikawa Kunihiro were Hijikata Toshizo's swords, and Nagasone Kotetsu was Kondo Isami's sword. Seeing their former masters makes the Touken Danshi waver. However, the presence of the History Retrograde army, under the command of the Historical Revisionists, draws near them. What is the meaning of Yamatonokami Yasusada's actions, as the goal of the History Retrograde Army remains unknown...?

Betrayed by her emperor husband, her children slaughtered, and her noble family destroyed, Shen Miao dies with hatred in her heart, only to wake up as her 14-year-old self. This time, she'll rewrite her fate. Protect her family. Crush her enemies. And carve out her place in the empire. But she never expected him, the unruly young marquis who laughs at power and claims her with a smirk, "Take the world if you want... but you're mine."

Afflicted with a heart condition, Meiji-era noblewoman Satoko is determined to secure a marriage that will benefit her family before she dies. But before she can realize her goal, she's targeted by a mysterious assassin named Shinpei. In a last-ditch effort to save her life, she asks her would-be murderer to marry her. Her proposal isn't sincere, but unfortunately for her, Shinpei loves as intensely as he kills. Can Satoko find a way to break the engagement without losing her life?

In spring, 20-year-old Natsumi receives a marriage proposal to Takiaki Masashi, who works for the Imperial Navy. Suddenly, she is married to a Navy husband. Their (fairly) inexperienced in house matters, as well as in the affairs of men and women, begin their life as a couple in the highest degree of purity! When the sea breeze blows, I think of you. A story of a couple living in prewar Japan, spring, summer, fall, and winter, humble but gentle.

One day, Mariabelle is suddenly broken off by her fiancé Edward, who says he has "found true love." Her new fiancée Annette is a commoner, and Edward himself asks Mariabelle to be his tutor, saying "You are the most perfect lady of all." After refusing the role, another marriage proposal comes up for Mariabelle. However, when Edward finds out about this, he for some reason pressures her to get back together... A long-awaited comic adaptation of a hugely popular fantasy by a talented manga artist.

Once upon a time in the city of Kobe, there was a girl and a boy. Both lived under abusive households, and the two swore an oath to be together until death. However, they are quickly separated, seemingly forever. That is, until a chance encounter reunites them three years later...

Xiang Xi, the boss of the most famous Meile House, held a music festival, attracting lots of people. But inside the house was a dark tide. The true identity of the stunning Xiang Xi and the pitiful musician Zi Jun was mind-blowing. A battle of the dark is about to begin --

At the end of Yinguo Alley was the Triduum Pawnshop. Just like its name, there was a three-day deadline for the antiques to be reclaimed. The young girl Dong Xiaoxia who looked after the shop alone had powerful empathetic abilities. Not only could she see the “Spirit” formed from the spirit fragments in the antiques, but she could also hear their stories and their obsession. She could even accept their requests. And once she completed the antiques’ wishes one by one, the Ivy Lock on Xiaoxia’s chest would also glow softly. What kind of past was sealed behind the golden lock once all the ivies had receded…