Winter 2026

This story is about Shinonome Hajime, an adventurer of Silver Range. He’s dedicated to fulfilling missions from the guild. One day when completing a quest for monster meat, he finds a strange girl named Rirui in a dungeon who’s far more trouble than she’s worth. Saving the girl from certain death, her story reminds him of his similar past and he takes her under his care…

(Source: MU)

Second season of Ao no Miburo.

For as long as the locals can remember, the Champignon Witch, Luna, has lived hidden in her cottage on the outskirts of the kingdom, deep within the Black Forest. Despite her occasional trips into town to deliver medicine, no one dares to come close to her as poisonous mushrooms grow everywhere she goes. Furthermore, as a black witch, Luna must lay low to avoid execution, as the kingdom only acknowledges and accepts white witches.

Luna’s lonely life turns around when she saves a dying boy named Lize. Upon learning that Lize is destined to become The End of All Things, Luna offers to become his teacher and stray him away from the path of evil. She must overcome her inexperience and create a great magician out of Lize to avoid his execution.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

The Animal Liberation Alliance, an eco-terrorist organization, rescues a pregnant chimpanzee from an animal testing lab—only for it to give birth to a half-human, half-chimpanzee “humanzee” named Charlie! Fifteen years later, Charlie’s human foster parents are finally ready to send him to a normal high school, where he makes his first friend: a human girl named Lucy. In the meantime, however, the ALA’s stance has become ever more extreme, and now they’re here to drag Charlie into their terrorist plot…

(Source: Kodansha USA)

Always ready for a fight! Destruction for destruction’s sake! The online streamer Aoringo is a troll, making the worst of the worst of boundary-pushing flamebait content and raking in the revenue from the hate-watchers. You may think he’s nothing more than a bottom feeder and a drain on society, but in reality, he’s high school dropout Souji Enishiro, a caring older brother with a sweet tooth who loves nothing more than his little sister. His viral videos? Just a way to pay his sister’s medical bills. And even if all of humanity hates him, he doesn’t care, so long as his little sister gets better. But then, something very strange begins to happen…
 Don’t miss the debut of this modern-day occult exorcism battle manga!

(Source: Kodansha)

Second part of Enen no Shouboutai: San no Shou.

Ex-convict Keiji Ueji appears in Sapporo, causing all the different factions to travel to the city in hopes of obtaining part of the map to the Ainu gold that is tattooed on his skin. At the same time, a figure who appears to be a copycat of Jack the Ripper terrorizes the streets of Sapporo. Saichi Sugimoto, Asirpa, and Yoshitake Shiraishi—joined by Fusatarou “Boutarou the Pirate” Oosawa and Vasily Pavlichenko—temporarily ally themselves with Toshizou Hijikata, as his faction’s motives are somewhat less disturbing than those of Seventh Division’s First Lieutenant Tokushirou Tsurumi.

Asirpa attempts to collect all the information needed to tell apart the fake skins from the real ones, but she cannot decipher the map with certainty. Sugimoto swears never to part with Asirpa again, but the commotion around the serial killer allows for new betrayals and Tsurumi’s plan for capturing Asirpa to advance. As the hunt for the gold nears its conclusion, the future of the Ainu rests in the hands of those who claim it first.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

This is a world where killing and torture are legalized. Sero, a part-time worker at a torture company, enjoys torturing people every day with his senior colleague, Siu. With the addition of new part-timers Mike and Hugh, fun torture life continues!

The gap between the at-home, easy-going workplace and the gruesome torture is bound to attract a lot of addicts!

(Source: Hakusensha, translated)

“Level up even while offline?! That’s not a game on ‘easy mode’—that’s just an AFK game!” The online game Kenichi Yamada had been playing religiously is shutting down its servers, leaving him with a void in his heart. He looks for a new game to fill it, but everything he finds is way too easy. The kind of game he likes—the kind punishing enough to make players want to spend thousands of hours on it—just isn’t around anymore.

“What’s this? ‘You are invited to a game that will never end.'” Kenichi stumbles upon an untitled game, one promising incomparable challenge with unprecedented potential. Without hesitation, he selects the “Hell Mode” difficulty. Lo and behold, he finds himself reincarnated in another world as a serf! Now called Allen, he sets out to unlock the secrets of his mystery-laden Summoner class; without the convenience of walkthroughs, game guides, or online forums, he must grope his way to the top of his new world!

(Source: J-Novel Club)

Thirty-five-year-old novelist Makio Koudai never had a good relationship with her older sister Minori, who always berated her for being different. Due to this, Makio is not stricken with grief upon hearing the news that Minori and her husband died in a car crash. But when Makio is asked to identify their bodies, she runs into her 15-year-old niece, Asa Takumi, whom she has not seen in years.

As Asa struggles to process her parents’ death, Makio reassures her that her complicated feelings are valid and suggests that the teenager start writing in a diary as a way to cope with the loss. Upon learning that no other relatives wanted to take in Asa, Makio decides to become her guardian despite her lack of experience. In a world full of uncertainty, the novelist and teenager must learn to live with each other while figuring themselves out.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Second part of Jigoku Sensei Nube (2025).

Seeking the key to the elixir of immortality, the group arrives at the fortress of the island’s monstrous ruler, the “Tensen.” To survive and escape the island, cooperation becomes essential—regardless of whether one is a condemned criminal or an executioner.

Meanwhile, the shogunate orders additional landings on the island of the Immortal Realm, led by Shugen Yamada Asayemon. Among them are the Ishigakure clan, who share a past with Gabimaru.

Desperate to find the elixir and escape the island, Gabimaru and his companions face the Tensen in a battle that escalates into an all-out confrontation between humans and immortals!

(Source: Twin Engine, edited)

Kenjaku, the one known as Noritoshi Kamo and most recently as Suguru Getou, has initiated the next step in his destructive, thousand-year plan of ordinary humans’ evolution and eventual eradication. The jujutsu world higher-ups reinstate 15-year-old Yuuji Itadori’s execution, as Satoru Gojou is incapacitated as a result of Kenjaku’s master plan in Shibuya. While Yuuji is unaware of this, he patrols the abandoned Tokyo streets with Chousou, exterminating any and all cursed spirits in his way.

Meanwhile, the bigoted and arrogant Naoya Zenin’s pride takes a hit when Megumi Fushiguro is selected as the Zenin Clan’s next head. To draw out Megumi and eliminate him, he goes after Yuuji—but Yuuta Okkotsu is set on being Yuuji’s executioner. Kenjaku’s “Culling Game”—a rigorous battle royale spanning throughout Japan and forcing the jujutsu competitors to kill each other—is set in motion, and the young jujutsu sorcerers join the fray to settle old scores, free Gojou, and liberate the jujutsu world from the threat that is Kenjaku.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Kaya-chan is infamous at kindergarten for being a troublemaker. But Ms. Chie, who’s been assigned to look after her, soon discovers Kaya’s hidden abilities. Get ready for the ultimate horror-action adventure set in kindergarten!

(Source: MAL News)

Noah, the world’s strongest six-year-old, holds the fortunate position of being the Thirteenth Prince of the emperor. Born with an infinite level cap and a cheat skill that allows him to add the abilities of those he commands to his own, he is unmatched. Reincarnated into a noble family, Noah thrives in an environment enriched with exceptional education and abundant resources, allowing his talents to blossom. However, behind the glamorous facade of aristocratic society lurks a world of conspiracies and power struggles.

(Source: Pony Canyon)

Born blind, Kunon aims to be the first person to use water magic to create new eyes for himself. After five months of study, he has already surpassed his teacher, and continues to grow his talents. Not only can his magic help him sense color, but he can also use it to make handy items and even conjure a whole cat! Word of his skills and ingenuity soon reach the court and earn him a spot as disciple to the most powerful magician in the land. But is his ultimate goal even attainable?

(Source: Yen Press)

Second season of Mato Seihei no Slave.

Ever since the novice coach Tsukasa Akeuraji took Inori Yuitsuka under his mentorship, she has improved her figure skating at a fast pace. After passing a qualifying badge test, she earns a spot to compete in the upcoming Chubu Block Tournament, where only five of the 15 competitors can move forward to the next stage—the prestigious All-Japan Novice Tournament. However, earning a slot will not be easy for Inori: most of her rivals have already experienced trying their luck in the competition.

The stakes are high as the competition begins, and one by one, each of the competitors strive to perform their very best in front of the big crowd. Moreover, the current figure skating generation’s prodigy, Hikaru Kamisaki, is not competing in this block, which raises everyone’s determination to qualify. That includes Inori, who must beat the odds if she wants to keep her promise to reach Hikaru and represent Japan in the Olympics with Tsukasa.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

When Lizel mysteriously finds himself in a city that bears odd similarities to his own but clearly isn’t, he quickly comes to terms with the unlikely truth: this is an entirely different world. Even so, laid-back Lizel isn’t the type to panic. He immediately sets out to learn more about this strange place, and to help him do so, hires a seasoned adventurer named Gil as his tour guide and protector.

Until he’s able to find a way home, Lizel figures this is a perfect opportunity to explore a new way of life adventuring as part of a guild. After all, he’s sure he’ll go home eventually… might as well enjoy the otherworldly vacation for now!

(Source: Tokyopop)

Van, the fourth son of a powerful noble, is only two years old when he remembers his past life as a salaryman in Japan. With his adult brain in a young body, he’s considered a child prodigy…until he displays the “Production Magic” skill when he turns eight. In a family that favors offensive magic, this crafting skill is considered useless in battle, and Van is banished to oversee a tiny country town in disgrace. With only his personal maid, the memories of his past life, and his “worthless” magic, can Van improve the fortunes of this little village—and himself?

(Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Chosen by the Church’s god, Origin, a young country girl named Flum Apricot is enlisted in the hero’s party and expected to fight demons. However, her one innate skill, Reversal, has no practical use, and the party’s sage, Jean Inteige, treats her as a burden, eventually selling her off to a slave dealer.

In the slave dealer’s dark dungeon, all hope seems lost. But in a moment of desperation, Flum discovers that her skill actually turns the negative energy of cursed weapons into power, which helps her slay the slave owner and escape with another captured girl, Milkit. Now equipped with the means to fight and survive, Flum embraces the career of an adventurer and aims to lead a happy life with Milkit, away from the grim machinations of the Church.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Satisfied with his investigation of Lala Lai Theatrical Company, Aquamarine “Aqua” Hoshino shifts his focus from revenge to career growth and becomes a regular on the variety show Dig Deep! Chase the Impawsible. With memories of his mother still lingering in his mind, Aqua cuts contact with Kana Arima, leaving her unable to enjoy the surging popularity of her idol group, B-Komachi.

Meanwhile, following the bone-chilling discovery during B-Komachi’s recent music video shoot, Aqua’s sister, Ruby, resolves to solve the murders of those dearest to her. With the help of another soul still weighed down by Ai Hoshino’s untimely demise, Ruby rises through the ranks, using any means necessary to get her way.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Following the First-Class Mage Exam, the trio—elven mage Frieren, warrior Stark, and first-class mage Fern—gains access to the dangerous Northern Plateau. As the party presses onward toward Aureole, formidable adversaries force Stark to confront his insecurities, solidifying his resolve and his role as the party’s frontliner. Meanwhile, Fern continues to cherish the gifts she has been blessed with throughout her life, each a reminder of those she holds dear.

Frieren—still honoring her vow to understand humanity—revisits memories of her journey with the Hero’s party and her fleeting encounter with a legendary figure. As she reflects on the passage of time, the elven mage quietly questions whether she has truly changed, yet in the small, almost subtle choices that she makes, there are signs that she might have become more human than she realizes.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Idol group F/ACE has recently risen in popularity all thanks to Tamon Fukuhara—its handsome, wild, and talented leader. Seventeen-year-old Utage Kinoshita is one of the vocal fans who greatly admires F/ACE. As her life revolves around worshiping Tamon, Utage works at a housecleaning company to earn money and continue supporting him.

When her coworker gets sick, Utage is assigned to a new client with the same name as Tamon. She believes it is merely a coincidence—until she comes face to face with the real celebrity! Her surprise only grows when she discovers that, unlike the extroverted superstar known to the public, Tamon is actually a gloomy guy with no friends or self-confidence.

Given that Utage’s adoration for Tamon knows no bounds, she vows to keep his secret and stay by his side—but dealing with Tamon’s contrasting behaviors in and out of work might be the toughest job out there.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Our hero wakes up one day in a brand new world…but his new life doesn’t come with fighting skills or magic powers, or even arms and legs! He’s reborn as a helpless egg, stuck in an unfamiliar forest surrounded by terrifying, hungry beasts. But eggs hatch, hatchlings grow up, and humble beginnings can lead to something great. He’ll do his best to become the strongest dragon ever, and no measly shell will get in his way!

(Source: Seven Seas Entertainment)

Two and a half years have passed since the Lost July incident, a catastrophe that reduced an entire city to ruins and sent shockwaves across the world.

On the desert planet of No Man’s Land, Vash the Stampede, a gunslinger who swore never to take a life, faces his final confrontation with his brother, Millions Knives, who seeks the complete destruction of humanity. As their fates collide, the battle that will determine the future of both mankind and the planet begins.

(Source: MAL News)

Every time Yoi Takiguchi so much as lets out a sigh, her female classmates squeal in admiration and awe. She has been dubbed the school’s “prince” by virtue of her boyishly attractive appearance and casual disposition. However, she chooses to be indifferent toward the attention she receives and spends her days normally—that is, until the school’s other prince, Kohaku Ichimura, waltzes into her life and calls her beautiful.

Kohaku is nothing like a prince—he acts thoughtlessly and does as he pleases. But when he compliments her, Yoi feels flustered, and the way he looks at her gets her all nervous. He is the first boy to acknowledge her as a girl, and her attempts to distance herself prove futile as he seems to have set his sights on her. While Yoi keeps telling herself that it is nothing serious, even she cannot completely ignore the stir Kohaku causes in her heart.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Second season of Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals.

By the mid-21st century, Tokyo’s criminal underworld is ruled by Demon Lords—crime bosses who have undergone ether enhancement surgery, granting them terrifying superpowers. The only ones who can take them down are Heroes, bounty hunters who boost their own ether powers using the drug E3 (E-Three). With legalized killing as part of the job, being a Hero is less about justice and more about survival.

Yashiro, known as the Reaper, is one such Hero—an independent enforcer who works alone. That is, until Jougamine, a high school girl and self-proclaimed “apprentice,” forces her way into his life. Reluctantly taking her under his wing, Yashiro soon finds himself caught in a whirlwind of deadly conflicts.

(Source: MAL News)

“Orn Doula, today will be your last day in the party.”

Orn, once a skilled Swordsman, had adapted to the role of Enchanter to fill a crucial gap in the Hero Party. However, one day, the party leader abruptly dismisses him, claiming his skills are lacking. Branded a “weakling” and a “jack of all trades, master of none,” by his former comrades, Orn is cast out without a second thought.

Determined to start anew, he returns to adventuring—this time as a Swordsman, the role he originally excelled in. But his time as an Enchanter was far from wasted. The experience, knowledge, and countless original spells he developed in the Hero Party have forged him into a warrior unlike any other. Now, armed with an unconventional set of skills, Orn is ready to carve his own path—one that will prove his true strength to the world.

(Source: MAL News)

“Hero” is the worst punishment in the world. Those convicted of heinous crimes are sentenced to become “Heroes” and forced to enter the mandatory military service in the war against the Demon Lords. These convicts are not even allowed to die—if killed, they will be resurrected to fight another day.

Hero Xylo Forbartz, former head of the Order of the Holy Knights, leads a penal unit of deplorables fighting on the front lines. It is in these direst of circumstances that he meets Teoritta, one of the world’s strongest weapons. “When every last enemy has been defeated, you are to shower me with praise and pat my head.” In order to survive and to take revenge on those who wronged him, he makes a pact with the goddess and launches headfirst into a maelstrom of war and intrigue.

(Source: Official site, edited)