Astra Ludger Doomsday, former captain of the royal knights has finally achieved his dearest wish: To retire and use his savings to get his very own house.... more>>

But not long after finally arriving at his sanctuary, a young girl crash-lands into his house. The girl is an apprentice witch and seems to mistake Astra for someone else. <<less

On Kabuchi-jima, an island ruled by Princess Kaguya, ten children were raised as sacrificial victims. Several of the children thought they had escaped their fate when they escaped the island. But nearly a decade later, the kids are still dying in the order and at the time they would have as sacrifices... Their only hope now is to reunite and return to the island to seek out and destroy the source--the legend, the blood-lusting Moon Princess--before time runs out.... more>>

In 2002 Kaguya Hime received the 47th annual Shogakukan Manga Award for shoujo. <<less

In a world where humanity has turned into prey against the so called "white skin" creatures, one legendary figure known simply as "Ryuma" continues to... more>> give hope to this post-apocalyptic society. This individual has many faces and descriptions, but his/her legend has lived continuously in the hearts and minds of the people for half a century. No one knows where this legend started or who started it. Here starts a chronicle to unveil the mysteries of a legend. <<less

Hyudra, living water that attacks moving humans. A thousand years ago, a large war had ravaged the land and turned most of the world into... more>> desert, driving humans to hunt Hyudra for water. In total, there exist eight deserts. The story focuses on Mao as he heads to the phantom ninth desert to find his father. <<less

The Lord of Sanwa's son Lamkha saves Kanan, who collapsed on the road, and brings her home. In Sanwa, where the Messengers of Heaven or... more>> Flying Serpents roam the skies, a legend has been passed down the generations. According to the legend, a Holy Dragon fell from the heavens following a battle against a Black Dragon and was buried in Sanwa. What is the truth behind the legend? <<less

The characters of Durarara!! have been made small and are going on a rampage in Ikebukuro! Lots of things are happening today on these streets... more>> where reality and illusion mix together! <<less

"A long war between the Grasslands and Zexen has taken a heavy toll. When a long-needed truce fails, a quest is undertaken to find the legendary Flame Champion, who saved the Grasslands in another war years before."... more>>

The third of the Suikoden series highlights the struggle of the bearers of the 5 elemental True Runes; True Fire Rune, True Water Rune, True Lightning Rune, True Earth Rune and True Wind Rune; amidst the chaos that ensued within the Grasslands. Who is the mastermind and what is his/her/their purpose?

Based on the PS2 video game, it is also loosely based on the Water Margin classics, though it's limited only to the gathering of 108 Stars of Destiny in order to restore order. <<less

There are many perils in this desert world. Countries war and enslave, goblins prey on humans, monsters and magic run amok, and - most critically - wells run dry. Those desperate for water may undertake an ancient water prayer ritual, a grueling journey to beg the aid of Kahaku, the god of water. These are the various stories of people from all walks of life, each driven by their need to survive in that world and save the ones they love. Sometimes, these desperate souls cross paths with a pair of travelers, En and Linghua, who help them on their journey.... more>>

A series of interconnected oneshots, each volume with a different title.

Volume 1: Kishibe no Uta (2002)

Volume 2: (2005)

Volume 3: (2007)

Volume 4: (2009)

Volume 5: (2011)

Volume 6: (2012)

Volume 7: Kita no Ouji to Minami no Sakana (2015)

Volume 8: (2016)

Volume 9: Tsukikage no Chōjō (2018)

Web chapters:

Note: A bunko version of this series titled simply "Kishibe no Uta" volume 1, etc, is being released. The 3 bunko volumes published to date contain the contents of the original volumes 1-5. <<less

Legend has it that on the last day of every year, demons and evil creatures would create havoc. People named this as "Nian". On one snowing day of this day, a pretty young man with long silky hair picked up an abandoned baby and named her as "Xue".... more>>

15 years later, Xue has grown up to be a young lady. One day, a young man appeared and told Xue with a gentle voice that could melt the coldest ice, "I've been searching for you.. for so long.." <<less

"There is a stone that grants wishes, or so people have said..."

There is a legend that on the seventh night where the sky is dyed in rainbow colors, an invitation will be sent to the most... more>> unfortunate person in the whole country. The people of the world dubbed it “The invitation to happiness”. Luludy spends all her fortune to obtain this invitation... but it turns out that not all the legend says is true. Where will it take her? <<less

The story is about Ban and Ina's journey collecting the pieces of the Ganisha statue. By collecting all the pieces of the statue, they’ll gain... more>> incredible power. Numerous criminals are also after said power. Who will take Ganesha's power themselves? <<less

Losing her parents and being supported by her childhood friend Chikage, Yuiko is living a modest life with her grandfather. But one day, a man... more>> with black clothes, white hair, and red eyes that hold a terrifying beauty appears before her. He says..."I've found you. My sacrifice..." Is there a way for Yuiko to resist her unfolding fate? <<less

Na Hae-Il, whose father works as a scholar, constantly travels around the world. Hence, it is difficult for Hae-Il to enjoy a regular school life. One day, a mysterious white hair girl appears, claiming that his father sent her! The 14 year-old German girl claims that she is Hae-Il's fiancee and continues to bring Hae-Il into weird situations. Changes in his body, enemies flying at him continuously...... more>>

Who are they, and what is hidden within Hae-Il's glove? <<less

“You will never be able to get a boyfriend for as long as you live!” Chiyo Ren is a very unfortunate girl who got put... more>> under a spell when she was a child. Sure enough, up until the present, she has never managed to get a boyfriend. The only person who can break the spell… is the malicious ikemen, ‘Kamisama’…!? <<less

Volume 2 in the series. A collection of four short stories:... more>>

Ushinawareta Kishibe (失われた岸辺)

Nishi kara Kita Hako (西から来た箱)

Kumo o Koroshita Otoko (雲を殺した男)

Akai Hata (赤い旗)

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In a country without water, there existed a ritual whereby the people prayed for it. In this country said to be inhabited by the Cloud Dragon, legends speaks of a dragon tamer who can bring rain.

Presenting, a collection of grand oriental fantasies including "The Man Who Slayed the Clouds," and three other stories. <<less

Soah is a lively human boy who dreams of becoming strong enough to defeat the Jotunn. He is also inspired by Thor, the heroic God of Thunder, who has patrolled around Midgard in order to eliminate all the Jotunns, protecting powerless humans, and Soah's friend. One day, after Thor returned to Soah's village for a short stay, Soah got captured by the Jotunn while he's training. Despite of his hesitation to attack the Jotunn because of the friendship they shared, Thor finally destroyed the Jotunn, but killing Soah as the result as well. Seeing Soah's determination, Thor bestowed all his Meging into reviving Soah, sacrificing himself. Several years passed by since the incident, Soah now... more>> is traveling out of his village along with three Meging weapons Thor left behind, in order to carry out Thor's will and protect Midgard from the Jotunns.

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In this story of Norse mythology, humanity's world of Midgard is caught up in a war between two of two powerful divine races, the Jotunn and the Aesir. Humans can't stand against them, due to the godly 'Megin' power of the divine races. The Jotunn see conquering Midgard as the first step toward attacking the home of the Aesir, and they slaughter many humans along the way. The Aesir step in to rid Midgard of the Jotunn and protect the defenseless humans. One of these Aesir, Thor, made his home base in a certain grateful human town.

In this town lives a young boy named Soah, who lost his parents in a Jotunn attack. He idolizes Thor and dreams of one day becoming strong enough to fight Jotunn and protect people. Thor enjoys Soah's childish enthusiasm, and the two of them share a warm friendship. One day, a Jotunn invading the town uses Soah as a human shield. Thor protects the town, but at the cost of the life of his young friend. Unwilling to let the strong-hearted boy die, Thor bestows his Megin upon Soah and vanishes. After much training, the now-powerful Soah begins to realize his dream, fighting against the Jotunn in Thor's place! [tethysdust] <<less

Legends told; There exist a single being whom embraced death to kill the Gods. Before death, he managed to create three eyes to hold his... more>> immense power and was then thrown down to the world of humans. <<less

Long ago, in a world of shadows, the sky was split by a bolt of lightning; according to legend, from this bolt was born a... more>> warrior who was the reincarnation of the Dragon God... <<less

Set in a fictitious land during a medieval-like era of magic and fantasy, Tears to Tiara unfolds with the Divine Empire's rise to power as it conquers and rules lands far and wide. ... more>>

On the island of Erin, still ruled by the Ancient Kingdom, the Goidelic people are attempting to sacrifice priestess Riannon to revive the protagonist, Demon King Arawn, to lead the resistance against the Empire. Although the ritual fails and Riannon survives, the seal imprisoning the demon king is broken and Arawn is resurrected.

Armed with mysterious and devastating powers and a human's demeanor, Arawn joins Riannon, her brother and battalion commander, Arthur, as well as their team of fighters comprising a swordsman, an archer and a quintet of magical pixies, in this epic struggle against the Divine Empire. <<less

A short story collection of 5 stories.... more>>

Story 1: Confession Under a Clear Sky

Fuuko has always had a crush on her childhood friend, Manabu, but all of a sudden, he starts acting cold towards her. Insecurity arises as her best friend, Itt-chan, confides in her about her crush on Manabu. Itt-chan is pretty and mature and with Manabu drifting further and further apart from her, Fuuko is worried that she may lose Manabu forever.

Story 2: Half of a Romance

Ever since an incident on a train, Kanade has been in love with her senpai, Takashi. However, Takashi is a popular, playboy kind of guy who doesn't take relationships seriously. He befriends Kanade and enjoys being around her for her innocent and child-like behaviour. Yet he realizes that he is not suitable for her and tells to forget about him. Will Kanade's feelings be able to reach him?

Story 3: The Girl of the Full Moon

There exists a legend about a beautiful girl from the moon, who feeds on human blood. Natsume believes in this legend and thinks that his classmate Nanae resembles her. What happens one night when Natsume gets into an accident?

Story 4: A Smile Full of Feeling

Story 5: Heading Towards Tomorrow! <<less

"Long, long time ago... God descended down to the world engulfed in darkness. With the threads made from sheep's wool, He created one wondrous piece of cloth, gave rise to another world. That world is known as 'Divine Cloth'." This is the legend that was told from generation to generation. ... more>>

Beneath the Earth of Divine Cloth is the world engulfed in darkness. There lives the creatures that were sealed by God known as Bugs. Frequently, Bugs plunge out from their world, creating holes on Divine Cloth. To fix these holes and reseal the Bugs beneath the ground, a young man and woman, Ryle and Marino, set out on their journey. <<less

Yonagahiko - a god(?) with a human face and a serpentine body - lives on a mountain-side with a small, mysterious boy named Tetsuichi. There... more>> is a popular legend about that mountain; a legend which tells the tale of a human who once slew the mountain god and gained possession of his powers... <<less