Anywhere But Here

Beast Complex

In a world where anthropomorphic animals navigate the complexities of coexistence, Beast Complex presents a series of standalone short stories. Each tale explores the tensions and unexpected connections between different species, from carnivores and herbivores to predators and prey. A tiger and a beaver, childhood friends, face societal pressure to end their bond but instead unite to challenge injustice. A judgmental camel journalist experiences a transformative night with a charismatic wolf. Meanwhile, a crocodile chef and a gazelle assistant must salvage their failing cooking show by learning to collaborate.

Mermaid Scales and the Town of Sand

After her happy life shatters, sixth-grader Tokiko moves with her father to the sleepy coastal town of Sunimori to live with her grandmother. As she adjusts to her new life, the sound of the waves stirs a distant memory from seven years ago: the memory of nearly drowning in the sea and being saved by a mysterious merman. In Sunimori, local folklore speaks of merfolk living in the nearby ocean, though her new friend Yousuke is skeptical of their existence. As Tokiko learns about the town's traditions, including an annual summer festival held in gratitude to the sea spirit, she holds onto the hope of one day meeting her savior again and uncovering the truth behind the legends of this town of

The Fake Alchemist

Paracelsus, a young man with no aptitude for combat, finds himself transported to a dark fantasy world. With few options for survival, he turns to the practice of alchemy to make a living. However, his methods are far from genuine; he is a fraud, skillfully deceiving his clients and the world around him. His path crosses with Nora, a young woman who has been taken from her home and sold into slavery. Together, they form an unlikely partnership. As they navigate a world filled with magic, gods, and constant danger, they must rely on Paracelsus's cunning analysis and their shared resilience to carve out a place for themselves.

Sheeply Horned Witch Romi

One day, the entire human population falls into a deep, unnatural slumber. The only ones left awake are a high school boy, known only as Senpai, and his eccentric junior, Romi Sawada. Romi has transformed into a witch with distinctive sheep horns and possesses magical powers, giving her control over the strange sheep that now roam the empty world. With society at a standstill, the two teenagers enjoy an aimless, peaceful existence in their school, free from rules and responsibilities. However, their refuge is fragile. Monstrous threats lurk outside, held back only by Romi's magic, and the chaotic state of the world promises that their tranquil days cannot last forever.

Washio Sumi wa Yuusha de Aru

In the year 298 of the divine era, three elementary school girls—Sumi Washio, Sonoko Nogi, and Gin Minowa—are chosen for a sacred duty. They must transform into heroes to defend Shinju-sama, the god tree that shelters the last habitable region of Shikoku, from the mysterious invaders known as Vertex. As they engage in this desperate battle to protect humanity's final sanctuary, the girls begin to grasp the true weight of their sacrifice. The conflict demands more from them than they ever anticipated, testing their courage and bonds in profound ways.

Yuuki Yuuna Is a Hero

In the year 300 of the era of the gods, Yuuna Yuuki leads an ordinary life as a middle school student. She is also a dedicated member of her school's Hero Club, where the members strive to help others and spread happiness through their daily activities. This peaceful routine is shattered when mysterious and destructive entities known as Vertexes begin to threaten the world. Yuuna and her friends in the Hero Club—including her best friend Mimori Tougou and the Inubouzaki sisters, Fuu and Itsuki—are summoned through a strange phone app to confront this danger. They must transform into magical girls to battle the Vertexes, fighting to protect everything they hold dear. As they balance their s