First part of the short stories collection that expand the world and characters from *The Ancient Magus’ Bride* manga. The world of The Ancient Magus’ Bride is bigger than Elias and Chise, and many are the folk and spirits who cross their lives’ path. Their tales twist together in a tapestry, words like golden yarn, a weaving of memories and secrets. Contained within these pages are new stories of Kore Yamazaki’s fantastic Britain, penned by the author herself and a star-studded lineup of Japanese authors. From a Celtic vampire in love with a human to a gemstone knight, and even a glimpse into what Silky does in her spare time, let this enchanted collection take you to the hidden corners of a beloved fantasy world.

Having fought his way into the top grade of Mechanical Martial Arts, Levius faces an ever-changing world that grows more threatening by the day. The shadowy megacorporation Amethyst wields its military might across the world through advancements in the arena. Can Levius be the fighter who changes the course of the world’s fate? (Source: VIZ Media)

How far would you go to meet your favorite boy band? Kum-Ji was a little late getting under the spell of the chart-topping boy band DDL. Unable to join the DDL fan club, she almost gives up meeting her idols until she develops a cunning plan, becoming a top member of their rival fan club for a brand-new boy group, Yo-I (Chocolat). This way she can always be near Yo-I at all their concerts. Funnily enough, Yo-I always seems to play the same shows with DDL. It's almost the perfect plan, but it's really complicated being a super fan of one band when your heart lies with another. (Source: Yen Press, edited)

Born in the ruthless Exile Land where his next meal was never guaranteed, Moon has always aspired to no longer be a worthless human stuck at the edges of society. And while a once in a lifetime opportunity may pay out enough money to let him live his dreams, his road to riches is paved with games of death and survival. Can Moon survive long enough to see better days? (Source: Tapas)

A spoiled brat from a wealthy Japanese family, Tsuyoshi is unceremoniously shipped off to Korea by his strict grandfather who tells him the family secret - they're Korean! Sparks fly when the resentful high schooler arrives at the airport and shares an impromptu cab ride with Kang Be-Ri, a plucky girl who happens to be his new neighbor. Will the two ever get past their differences? And will Tsuyoshi learn to accept his new destiny? (Source: Yen Press)

Every Thursday, Kei receives packages to support her shut-in lifestyle. At her previous job, she was the victim of sexual harassment and has since found it difficult to be around other people, leading her to work freelance. Then she meets Rinko, the new delivery girl with a positive and cheerful personality. As their relationship begins to grow, so does Kei's curiosity for her. (Source: Renta!)

Senri Nakajou's twin brother was his everything, the one who protected him from their abusive father, the one whose pain he felt as his own. That is, until the day thirteen years ago when Senri's entire family was murdered before his eyes. He couldn't have cared less about his parents, but without his brother, his world ended. Ever since, finding the killer and making him pay has been Senri's only goal...and now-finally-he's caught a glimpse of a clue...! (Source: Yen Press)

"That makes a grand total of 100 thousand dollars." After Tsukasa's mom is killed in a car accident, her dad becomes addicted to drinking and gambling. One day, he disappears, leaving Tsukasa with a debt of 30 thousand dollars. There's no way a student like Tsukasa could get her hands on that much money! Eventually, debt collector Reiko shows up, inviting herself into Tsukasa's home and telling her to pay up. She offers the young girl a way of getting cash fast: by selling herself to Reiko. "Want to sell me your body?" Tsukasa agrees without really understanding what that entails, and when Reiko moves in with her, their relationship suddenly takes an unexpected turn... (Source: Renta!)

Jimmy is a gang member in one of the world's few underground cities, Silent Bay City. One day, he meets a girl and gets embroiled in a fight between the creatures of the night. Brought to you by the author of "Levius", Haruhisa Nakata, Night Light Hounds is a thrilling dark fantasy! (Source: MANGA Plus)

Meet Kane: a D-rank adventurer with nothing going for him but his kindness. He’s spent the last 20 years getting by with herb-picking requests, but one day, he comes across a super rare item: The Fruit of Revival! Giving it away for not much more than pocket change, little does he know that his life is about to change… *Source: Manga UP! Global*

Minato’s tiny apartment might as well be on a deserted island. Despite being in elementary school, it falls on his shoulders to care for his little sister Nagisa, who never stops asking when their mother will make one of her infrequent visits home. One day when she stops by, their mother takes them to an amusement park, only to give Minato some cash and leave them on the Ferris wheel. However, as they reach the top of the ride, lightning strikes their car— but what Minato finds when he awakens is not the grim tragedy he expected... (Source: Kodansha USA)

God’s Identity Card: Lu Lanqiao, a forensic science student, became the most likely suspect in the murder of his elder brother overnight. His brother's last words put him on the run. While trying to find out who killed his brother, Lanqiao met Fu Cheng, the police inspector who was hot on his trail. However, the relationship between the fugitive and the pursuer gradually changed… (Source: Bilibili Comics)