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It's been 25 years since Earth was invaded by beings from another realm. Now, everyone's life is shaped by a single measure of strength—the World Ranking. From the countryside of Gunma comes Kinoko Kino, a high school girl with zero communication skills, trembling her way through city life with just one dream: to make a friend. Little does she know... she's actually the World Ranking's #1: UNKNOWN!
Yuusuke Urameshi is a 14-year-old delinquent who spends his days absent from school and causing chaos for the adults in his life. He often engages in street brawls with his rival, Kazuma Kuwabara, and belittles his childhood friend, Keiko Yukimura. Crippled by self-hatred and weighed down by his alcoholic mother, Yuusuke makes a quick decision to tackle a small child out of the path of an oncoming car, losing his life in the process. With the help of Botan, his spirit guide, Yuusuke is able to see the profound sadness and devastation his death brings to the people in his life. He is touched by the immense hurt he caused his mother, Keiko, and even his nemesis, Kazuma. As a result of his heroic death, he receives a proposition to return to the land of the living from Koenma, the son of the Spirit World ruler. Koenma hires Yuusuke to work as a "Spirit Detective," entrusting him with a number of paranormal mysteries of increasing complexity. In the process of battling and befriending demons such as Kurama and Hiei, Yuusuke's fighting skills are honed to perfection. However, as malevolent forces gather in the Underworld, Yuusuke must team up with his comrades to protect all that he took for granted.
While many of us will probably scream at even the thought of a ghost being near us, freshman Nimura Kensuke just thinks of it as a common everyday thing, seeing as how he has the uncanny ability to see so many of them on a daily basis. Things soon heat up for him when he meets a girl who changes his life from then on. Her name is Kagura, and she has the power to summon a mighty "spirit devourer"—otherwise known as a "Ga-Rei"—called Byakuei. So, what's Nimura to do? Chase down the evil spirits and and have Kagura summon the Ga-Rei to devour them, of course! Now, come feast on their adventures like some ravenous Ga-Rei!
In a distant era, humankind has regressed and now dwells in dispersed, minuscule communities. In addition to their day-to-day existence, individuals possess a mental prowess dubbed "Juryoku," which allows them to manifest their mental imagery. In the absence of contemporary technology, this aptitude has become a paramount source of energy. One day, Saki, a young maiden, and her fellow companions happen upon a diminutive archival robot on the fringes of their town. Its recordings disclose the antiquated history of humanity, including the genesis of Juryoku, which instigated a world war between psychics and non-psychics. Eventually, the psychics emerged victorious, leading to their oppressive power. After uncovering this confidential information, the grown-ups in their village deprive the youngsters of their Juryoku abilities and banish them. Fleeing to the sanctuary of a nearby forest, the troop comes across a colossal, hairless, two-legged mouse, referred to as a "Bakenezumi," and allies themselves with the animal in their continued conflict against a formidable adversary.
After enduring intense mistreatment from his abusive relatives following the tragic loss of his parents, Mirai Kakehashi, a mere child, found himself on the brink of suicide on his graduation night. However, his plans were thwarted by the intervention of a heavenly figure dressed in white named Nasse. This guardian angel presented Mirai with an incredible opportunity to acquire supernatural abilities and ascend to the position of God. But there was a catch: he must outperform 12 fellow candidates in the treacherous and grueling 999-day battle royale competition, all while staving off dangerous rivals and emerging victorious at the head of the pack.
One winter in 1967, a young man of twenty returned home from his travels by ferry. His perception of the world around him changes forever when he meets a mysterious and beautiful girl named Emanon during a relaxed moment in his cabin. She invites him to join her for dinner, and later offers to tell him her life story when she sees him reading a science fiction novel. Emanon informs the man that her memory stretches back over three billion years, to when life first appeared on Earth. She is a unique witness to the planet's past, inheriting genetic memory passed down through her maternal line since the dawn of life itself. This incredible tale of Omoide Emanon illustrates the extraordinary life of a girl who carries within her the memories of the Earth.
An ambitious and young Ashikawa-gumi yakuza syndicate member, Nitta's life takes an unexpected turn when an oval-shaped object appears out of nowhere in his apartment. The object houses a young girl named Hina with formidable telekinetic powers. Hina's expressionless demeanor and threatening display of powers force Nitta to allow her to live in his apartment. As they become roommates, they face multiple dangers. The story comprises of 32 additional chapters.
A girl named Emi uses a pencil that can grant any wish. Emi gets caught up in the robbery of a convenience store, and her life is in danger. She uses the pencil to wish for a "hero that will save everyone." Four heroes appear in response to Emi's wish to change the course of the future.
After millennia in hiding, Mina Tepes, the Princess of the ancient covenant and ruler of all vampires, wants change. Using the vast wealth of the Tepes line, she has paid off the entire gross national debt of Japan and in so doing, gained the authority to create a "special district" off the coast of Japan that is to become the future haven to vampires the world over! Now, on the eve of the landmark press conference announcing the existence of vampires to the world, terrorists and rival factions are plotting to assassinate Mina Tepes before she has a chance to make her world-changing announcement.
The Giant Robo OVA has a version with a darker tone and a unique plot that focuses on Daisaku Kusama. The plot revolves around a struggle for control between the International Police Organization (IPO) and the powerful Magnificent Ten of the Big Fire group, which Daisaku is caught up in.
Ryuu Yamada, a notorious hardliner and delinquent at Suzaku High, had his regular routine interrupted when he was reprimanded for his lackluster academic performance and indifferent attitude towards school. It was during this moment that he locked eyes with Urara Shiraishi, a top-performing student in their grade. As Shiraishi began her ascent up the stairs, Yamada took it upon himself to taunt her, only to stumble and tumble down, inadvertently bringing Shiraishi down with him. When he awoke in the infirmary, he was stunned to find himself in Shiraishi's body. Through conferring with his new host, Yamada discovered that their body swap had resulted from an accidental kiss during their fall. Equipped with this newfound ability, Yamada's high school life was to be filled with even more excitement and adventure!
While the gold rush takes Europe by storm, a young Jonathan Joestar lives a life of luxury with his father at their estate in Liverpool, England. Jonathan, known by his peers as JoJo, spends his days playing the part of a gentleman and living a carefree life. However, those peaceful days soon came to an end when Dio Brando intrudes upon him. Dio is a young boy from London who is adopted into the Joestar family due to a debt Jonathan's father owed to Dio's father. While Jonathan is receptive towards having a new brother, Dio schemes against the Joestars in order to inherit the fortune. As Dio's schemes get out of hand, Jonathan is forced to confront him once and for all. Thus begins the story of the Joestar bloodline, as Jonathan matures with and eventually combats his adoptive brother while encountering bizarre new friends and foes.
