In the mid 21st century, human civilization is in dire straits. Gene technology had found a huge market, and due to huge profits, research had accelerated accordingly. An “immortality” gene no longer seemed like a mere dream. However, a sample of this gene was accidentally mixed with a biohazard, creating a new life-form. “They” also took in genetic materials from the natural world, evolving into an enemy that has invaded the human world. The “Shahel” are now a force capable of defeating human military forces, and at this point in time both the North and South American continents have fallen under their control. The USA, among others, no longer exists on the map. In Japan, the government has created and is working on improving a “samurai” unit to oppose the Shahel, utilizing soldiers enhanced with nano-machines to connect with an armored exoskeleton. It is at this point that Tsukahara Takemichi is assigned to the 1st platoon at the “Place of the Samurai.”

Totsuka Yukikazu is an ordinary high school boy with ordinary high school worries. His life is turned upside down when he and his class are transported to another universe. In this new universe Yukikazu’s classmates are hailed as heroes, while Yukikazu is inspired to follow a different path: starting from the bottom as a lowly military recruit. Can he climb the ranks, survive life as a soldier, and find out the truth behind this mysterious summoning? *Source: Mangamo*

Ever since dungeons bursting with monsters appeared across the world, Shu Amasora has dreamed of being a great dungeon delver. But, unlike the famous ones with amazing abilities, Shu is an appraiser who can only discern monster information. Armed with a camera, he puts his ability to use as he takes to the dungeons to create videos to help others on their quests. But as he gains a following, Shu unexpectedly unlocks a new effect that promises to change his abilities—and the world—for good. (Source: Tapas)

When hardcore FPS enthusiast Hiroaki Dewa pulls off his VR headset and steps outside for the first time in ages, he realizes that the whole world is in ruins! Soon after, he coincidentally runs into horror junkie Otoha Judou, and the two of them team up to endure the zombie apocalypse. One fateful night, a VR AI known as “Raven” leaves them a cryptic message: “Survive, and humanity may flourish once again.” Follow these ragtag oddballs as they cling to hope in a hopeless world! (Source: J-Novel Club)

Ako finds herself coasting along, watching her twenties pass her by. Work at the video rental store, see her boyfriend, repeat... Her days are becoming an indistinguishable, listless blur. Until she encounters a skateboarder practicing a trick—and she's a girl! For some reason, Ako feels a pull toward the sport. Slowly, all the dreams and ambitions she gave up on and the futures she imagined for herself come flooding back, and Ako resolves to change herself now, before it's too late. But is it ever really too late to discover something new? (Source: Kodansha USA)

Contains original stories set in the Star Wars universe featuring characters from the six films. This work shows you many different sides of the familiar franchise, featuring everything from comedy to tragedy to despair to redemption. (Source: Waterstones) The following stories are in Star Wars Black; \* Perfect Evil Part 1 by Hiromoto-SIN-Ichi \* Tantive IV by Formalin \* Evil Eyes by Nao \* Dear Anakin by Furi Furi Company Also contains three illustrations by Kia Asamiya, Yuji Kaida, and Tsutomu Takahashi.

For the first time in English, experience Record Journey Vol. 1, a captivating collection of short stories by Ryoichiro Kezuka that explores the quiet, powerful intersections of music, memory, and everyday life. At the heart of these stories is a young woman working at a small record store in Tokyo. Each story introduces a new visitor to the shop, each with a unique past, a specific record in mind, and an emotional thread waiting to be uncovered. As the needle drops, so do the walls between strangers, revealing bittersweet moments, long-lost connections, and the smooth healing of sound. (Source: Titan Manga)

A manga adaptation of the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series. In X-Men, Vol. 1, Jubilation Lee is a teenager with a secret: she’s a mutant, the next level of human evolution, and has fantastic powers. All she wants is a normal life with trips to the mall to get away from her parents, but when the mutant-hunting robots known as Sentinels come after her, that normal life is pushed out of her reach! Discover the X-Men—mutant heroes hated and feared by a world they’re sworn to protect—alongside Jubilee in this classic manga series. (Source: Marvel)

An amazing academy, of the Magicians, by the Magicians, for the Magicians. During the Magician Academy's examination, student Takuto Hasegawa called out Tanarot, a level 5000 mysterious fairy with magic power above 100,000. Tanarot's appearance not only shakes Takuto's cousin Suzuho and the Academy but the godly and the magical worlds!

The "Great Hole of Babel" holds monsters beyond human understanding-making it the ultimate spot for explorers like Tadahito Miyama, who has one unique advantage. Blessed with an ability that can produce key hints and strategies, Miyami holds the power to conquer any beast he comes across. But after a life where he's always looked down upon, Miyama has little ambition and lacks the drive to pursue greatness. Will that change when he learns his power can surpass even the strongest of heroes? Or is he destined for mediocrity? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

At the age of 13, Luanna's parents were murdered, and this shocking event awakened her magical powers. Three years have passed since Luanna, known as the most powerful witch in the country, met an ordinary man named Kurs. Despite facing her wrath every day, Kurs falls head over heels for the passionate Luanna and devotes himself to household chores with great care. However, one day, Luanna prepares to give up this blissful everyday life. She does so in order to pursue her ideals. Furthermore, little does she know that her husband, Kurs, also harbors a secret he cannot tell her. Can Luanna, burdened with her husband's boundless love, achieve her long-awaited dreams? (Source: Lezhin US)