MURCIÉLAGO

Kuroko has challenged the culprit behind the master swordsmen murders—which means her life is on a razor’s edge! Uncharacteristically overwhelmed by her opponent, Kuroko must rely on deceit as she faces a blade wielded with superhuman senses. Reinforcements are on the way, but can she guarantee everyone’s safety against the insatiable blood lust of a vengeful soul…?

Pursuing a string of murders involving corpses drained of blood, Kuroko and her hulking buddy, Urara, descend into the sewers to rescue Narumi from an all–too–familiar face. Narumi herself is determined to escape with her fellow captives, but between her broken leg and the mazelike underground tunnels, their odds of escape are grim. It’s a race against the clock as the killer prepares for their next meal…!

Pursuing a string of murders involving corpses drained of blood, Kuroko and her hulking buddy, Urara, descend into the sewers to rescue Narumi from an all–too–familiar face. Narumi herself is determined to escape with her fellow captives, but between her broken leg and the mazelike underground tunnels, their odds of escape are grim. It’s a race against the clock as the killer prepares for their next meal…!

The circus is in town, but it’s not the only shocking spectacle around—not when hundreds of people have been tied to a floating ad balloon and there’s been a knife attack among circus staff! Though seemingly unrelated, these incidents have one important link: All parties involved have a curious bout of amnesia. Signs point to an old criminal known as “Comedy Writer,” but have they truly emerged from the past to strike again? Kuroko the lady–killer is on the case!

The circus is in town, but it’s not the only shocking spectacle around—not when hundreds of people have been tied to a floating ad balloon and there’s been a knife attack among circus staff! Though seemingly unrelated, these incidents have one important link: All parties involved have a curious bout of amnesia. Signs point to an old criminal known as “Comedy Writer,” but have they truly emerged from the past to strike again? Kuroko the lady–killer is on the case!

The identity of Comedy Writer continues to confound the police, but Kuroko believes she’s got her man! After thwarting his “performance,” she corners him to deliver an ultimatum! Could this aggressive approach be a bridge too far? Meanwhile, another suspicious individual is out and about, and Hinako’s not going to let him get away! But there’s no telling what he’ll do to keep his secret hidden from prying eyes...

The identity of Comedy Writer continues to confound the police, but Kuroko believes she’s got her man! After thwarting his “performance,” she corners him to deliver an ultimatum! Could this aggressive approach be a bridge too far? Meanwhile, another suspicious individual is out and about, and Hinako’s not going to let him get away! But there’s no telling what he’ll do to keep his secret hidden from prying eyes...

When a body is found on a pedestrian bridge, it’s anyone’s guess who the killer is. The physical evidence-including dozens of stab wounds-suggests the murder weapon is a rapier. Police Major Kyougoku is reminded of a deadly duelist with a penchant for puncturing. But with little else to go on, it’s hard to predict who the killer will target next. To make matters worse, Chiyo, Kuroko’s number one lover, finds herself at the heart of the case. She’ll have to be on her guard if she wants to make it out alive...

When a body is found on a pedestrian bridge, it’s anyone’s guess who the killer is. The physical evidence-including dozens of stab wounds-suggests the murder weapon is a rapier. Police Major Kyougoku is reminded of a deadly duelist with a penchant for puncturing. But with little else to go on, it’s hard to predict who the killer will target next. To make matters worse, Chiyo, Kuroko’s number one lover, finds herself at the heart of the case. She’ll have to be on her guard if she wants to make it out alive...

After putting Zenpachi out of commission, Sendou’s off to kill the lady of the house. When Hikaru gets in his way, he finds himself switching targets. But after Kurono awakens inside Hikaru’s body to guide her sister’s blade, Hikaru’s aura alone is enough to make Sendou quiver in fear! With Hikaru’s life on the line and a crazed Sendou desperate to survive, who will come out on top?

After putting Zenpachi out of commission, Sendou’s off to kill the lady of the house. When Hikaru gets in his way, he finds himself switching targets. But after Kurono awakens inside Hikaru’s body to guide her sister’s blade, Hikaru’s aura alone is enough to make Sendou quiver in fear! With Hikaru’s life on the line and a crazed Sendou desperate to survive, who will come out on top?

Rinko’s friend Noel has been kidnapped, and the culprit keeps treating her like his deceased daughter. Kuroko and her crew suspect that whoever’s responsible is also behind a rash of child murders, and they need to crack the case before Noel becomes the next victim. But while gathering clues is her top priority, Kuroko’s sleuthing also involves… meeting hot MILFs in the area?!

Rinko’s friend Noel has been kidnapped, and the culprit keeps treating her like his deceased daughter. Kuroko and her crew suspect that whoever’s responsible is also behind a rash of child murders, and they need to crack the case before Noel becomes the next victim. But while gathering clues is her top priority, Kuroko’s sleuthing also involves… meeting hot MILFs in the area?!

Kuroko’s group goes to a hot spring deep in the mountains, where all the land is owned by the wealthy Yamatsukami family. But right as the family is deciding the next heir, the third son is found murdered, and with the only bridge in and out of the area destroyed, the list of suspects is small. Cut off from the rest of the world, the family begins to whisper about a mysterious “Ayako,” and before long, another victim turns up... With no end to the grisly murders in sight, how will Kuroko solve this closed-room case?

Kuroko’s group goes to a hot spring deep in the mountains, where all the land is owned by the wealthy Yamatsukami family. But right as the family is deciding the next heir, the third son is found murdered, and with the only bridge in and out of the area destroyed, the list of suspects is small. Cut off from the rest of the world, the family begins to whisper about a mysterious “Ayako,” and before long, another victim turns up... With no end to the grisly murders in sight, how will Kuroko solve this closed-room case?

As members of the wealthy Yamatsukami family continue to drop like flies, Hinako, Chiyo, and Narumi stumble upon a field of roses blooming deep in the mountains. Strangely, the flowers bear a striking resemblance to those grown by the Virginal Rose cult, and Kuroko suspects the worst. As Narumi and company explore the area, they come across a collapsed woman…but is she friend or foe? Mysteries abound as the curtain falls on the tale of the Yamatsukami family!

As members of the wealthy Yamatsukami family continue to drop like flies, Hinako, Chiyo, and Narumi stumble upon a field of roses blooming deep in the mountains. Strangely, the flowers bear a striking resemblance to those grown by the Virginal Rose cult, and Kuroko suspects the worst. As Narumi and company explore the area, they come across a collapsed woman…but is she friend or foe? Mysteries abound as the curtain falls on the tale of the Yamatsukami family!

Celine Argente, an internationally wanted perfumer adept in the art of poisoning, has entered Japan with a group of conspirators, and among them is a former member of the Metropolitan Police Department. The aims of these six criminals—as well as their employer’s identity—are shrouded in mystery, but with a little help from the FBI, Kuroko just might be able to track them down! As her investigation begins, an invisible poison creeps through the streets of Ruruie...

Celine Argente, an internationally wanted perfumer adept in the art of poisoning, has entered Japan with a group of conspirators, and among them is a former member of the Metropolitan Police Department. The aims of these six criminals—as well as their employer’s identity—are shrouded in mystery, but with a little help from the FBI, Kuroko just might be able to track them down! As her investigation begins, an invisible poison creeps through the streets of Ruruie...

High Tower has tracked down the red-haired woman he’s after, and with his unnatural power, he plans to exact revenge for a past defeat at her hands…Meanwhile, the rest of the Perfumer’s crew goes up against Kuroko and Hinako, and at long last, Celine’s true motives are revealed! Who is the person she seeks, and could they be closer than she realizes?

High Tower has tracked down the red-haired woman he’s after, and with his unnatural power, he plans to exact revenge for a past defeat at her hands…Meanwhile, the rest of the Perfumer’s crew goes up against Kuroko and Hinako, and at long last, Celine’s true motives are revealed! Who is the person she seeks, and could they be closer than she realizes?

The Perfumer and her minions reach the Yamatsukami family mountain, home to—among other things—the clue behind “Tozakura.” Hinako and Ayako split up from Kuroko and the group in pursuit of the criminals, but they can’t hide from the Perfumer, who easily spots the pair with her abilities. To secure an escape route for Hinako, Ayako decides to face them on her own, but she’s soon cornered and poisoned by the Perfumer. All seems lost—until Kuroko and the others arrive, and the real fight begins…

The Perfumer and her minions reach the Yamatsukami family mountain, home to—among other things—the clue behind “Tozakura.” Hinako and Ayako split up from Kuroko and the group in pursuit of the criminals, but they can’t hide from the Perfumer, who easily spots the pair with her abilities. To secure an escape route for Hinako, Ayako decides to face them on her own, but she’s soon cornered and poisoned by the Perfumer. All seems lost—until Kuroko and the others arrive, and the real fight begins…

Celine, the Perfumer, has finally found Tozakura, the girl she seeks, but when Tozakura’s body begins to crumble, Celine is quick to preserve the source of the girl’s power…by ripping her heart out and consuming it! Coughing up blood, she begins to transform into something she no longer recognizes. Now, with her power amplified, she sets her sights on Hinako, who she calls “the antibody.” How does Hinako fit into this mysterious creature’s plans, and can she manage to make it out alive?

Celine, the Perfumer, has finally found Tozakura, the girl she seeks, but when Tozakura’s body begins to crumble, Celine is quick to preserve the source of the girl’s power…by ripping her heart out and consuming it! Coughing up blood, she begins to transform into something she no longer recognizes. Now, with her power amplified, she sets her sights on Hinako, who she calls “the antibody.” How does Hinako fit into this mysterious creature’s plans, and can she manage to make it out alive?