The Fake Alchemist

Tatsuki Fujimoto Before Chainsaw Man: 22-26

A young man who can play the piano meets a mermaid with a deadly secret. A boy wakes up one morning in the body of a girl and must learn to live with the change. A little girl with horns claims to be the devil's sister and carries a power that could destroy the world. Two sisters with very different talents face the pressure of expectations and the weight of family. These four short stories explore strange transformations, supernatural encounters, and the fragile line between ordinary life and the extraordinary. Each tale follows characters caught between their desires and the consequences of forces they cannot control. From mermaids and prophecies to identity and sibling rivalry, the coll

The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World

Kenichi, a single man in his forties, is suddenly transported to another world for no apparent reason. While trying to escape a dangerous forest full of monsters, he discovers that he can access a massive online shopping site from his previous life. Using this ability, he exchanges goods found in the new world for cash and buys modern products online, quickly building a popular business. However, his true goal is not wealth or power, but a slow and leisurely life away from conflict.

Does a Hot Elf Live Next Door to You?

Japan has entered an age of exchange with other worlds, and mythical beings now cross into its cities. Keita Inudou is a high school student living alone while chasing his dream of becoming a professional mangaka, dividing his days between school, deadlines and a quiet apartment. That quiet ends when Surt, a beautiful high elf with knightly manners and a distinctly nerdy streak, moves in next door. She is not the only one: a secretive landlady named Lilith and the gyaru goddess Ameno Uzume also force their way into his daily life. Between his manga, his studies and neighbors who treat ordinary things as battles, Keita has to hold on to his home, his career and his sanity.

The Middle-Aged Man Who Just Returned from Another World Melts His Fathercon Daughters with His Paternal Skill

Nakamoto Keisuke is summoned to another world at fifteen and only manages to defeat the Demon King at thirty-two. With his role there finished, he returns to Japan, where the welcome awaiting him is a middle school diploma and a seventeen-year blank period on his record. No decent job will take him, so he spends his days on part-time work. Then a beautiful girl turns up at his door claiming to be the reward owed to the hero who defeated the Demon King. Angelica comes from the other world and keeps pressing him to take her as his wife, while a high school girl who resembles Elsa, the woman he lost over there, drifts into his life as well. Between the two of them, his old cheat skills and the

The Wooden-Mortared Kingdom - Garo 20th Anniversary Memorial Issue

In 1984, the legendary alternative manga magazine Garo released a monumental 1200-page anthology to celebrate its 20th anniversary. This massive volume gathers one-shot stories from nearly every author who contributed to the magazine up to that year, creating a comprehensive snapshot of the avant-garde and underground manga scene of the era. The collection features a diverse range of works by iconic artists such as Sanpei Shirato, Shigeru Mizuki, Goseki Kojima, Yoshiharu Tsuge, and many others. The stories span multiple genres, from comedy and drama to horror, fantasy, romance, and psychological tales, reflecting the eclectic and boundary-pushing spirit of Garo. Each piece offers a unique g

Shindou Yuusha to Maid Onee-san

After defeating the Demon King and saving the world, Shion, the strongest hero, is exiled to the border. There, he enjoys a slow life with four capable oneesan maids who take care of his every need, from cooking and cleaning to providing companionship. The maids are not just servants but also former adventurers with their own unique skills and personalities, making daily life both lively and comfortable. However, Shion's peaceful days are soon disrupted by new threats and challenges that arise in the borderlands. As remnants of the Demon King's army stir and mysterious events unfold, Shion must decide whether to fully embrace his retirement or step back into the role of a hero. Balancing hi