Franz, hailed as a once-in-a-century prodigy, was a brilliant mind and a master of both swordsmanship and magic. By the age of 18, he had risen to the prestigious position of commander of the Imperial Knights. However, what Franz truly admired was the life of an adventurer. He read novels about adventurers’ exploits and harbored a faint dream of one day leading such a life himself. After contributing significantly to the Empire’s complete victory in the recent war, Franz was granted a reward of his choice. His request? A long vacation. Thus, the Empire’s strongest knight found himself with the freedom he had long desired. Registering as a rookie adventurer, Franz set out to travel the nation and live the life he had always dreamed of. Franz’s journey led him to resolve one issue after another, addressing the problems that plagued the country. In later years, his travels would be remembered as the catalyst for the Empire’s great leap forward. But for Franz himself, he was simply enjoying his long-cherished dream of being an adventurer to the fullest. This is the story of Franz’s adventures.
Erik is fired from an alchemy workshop because of his skill, which “degrades” any material he touches. With no other choice, he becomes an adventurer—but in reality, his skill actually transforms materials before harvesting into higher-grade versions…! After realizing the true value of his ability, Erik decides to use it to gather ultra-rare materials and live freely as both an adventurer and an alchemist. Then, a highly skilled female adventurer who recognizes Erik’s talent, along with cheerful divine beasts, begin to gather around him— Thus begins the carefree adventure fantasy of an exiled alchemist!
Featuring the work of Miyuki Etoo (the "Jigoku Shoujo" manga artist) and five other top manga artists and hosted by Ai Enma, this anthology features six tales of terror based on true(?) stories submitted by readers. A spooky selection!
Countess Ivetta Sheikh Speer is suddenly confronted by her fiancé, Prince William, at a party after her graduation ceremony with a broken engagement. Instead of herself, the lovely baroness is to be married to his highness. What about his duties to the temple, which should have been ordered by the previous king? 'Ah, I see. So she is to be deprived of her royal fiancée status and continue to serve in the temple for the rest of her life?' This is the story of the adventures of Ivetta, who packed her bags and crossed the border that very day! [Original Webtoon](https://www.cmoa.jp/title/257077/)
Ayano lost both her parents and now lives with her uncle in the countryside, keeping her friendship with Arrow, a small white snake she met when she was younger, a secret. He grew quickly, transforming into a splendid, large white snake. On the summer she turned 14, she was chosen to dance at the village festival. However, on the day of the festival, a large snake that escaped from the circus appears, causing great confusion in the villagers. Amidst the chaos, Ayano is attacked by a strange man. Then, like a large gust of wind, a witch wielding a broom appears and saves Ayano by a hair's breadth. The witch reveals that she had been staying in the village to study folk customs. The witch introduces herself as Oohara and she invites Ayano to attend her alma mater. *Includes a prologue chapter.*