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\n\nThis is the first serialization of Youkai Hunter with one additional chapter, which were all collected in the first volume in 1978.

\n1. Kuroi Tankyuusha (黒い探究者) [Weekly Shounen Jump #37 (1974)]
\n2. Akai Kuchibiru (赤い唇) [Weekly Shounen Jump #38 (1974)]
\n3. Seimei no Ki (生命の木) [Weekly Shounen Jump Special August Issue (1976)]
\n4. Yami no Naka no Kamen no Kao (闇の中の仮面の顔) [new chapter made specifically for 1978's Youkai Hunter tankoubon edition]
\n5. Seibutsu Toshi (生物都市) [Weekly Shounen Jump #31 (1974)]
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