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Banana Sioule Vol. 1: Helena
by Michael Sanlavaille
First rule of the Sioule: there are no rules. Of all the international disciplines, the Sioule is the most violent and most dangerous--but also the most media-friendly. This brutal cocktail of rugby and dodgeball attracts millions of viewers to each match, and social networks go wild for the players who become international celebrities. From the far reaches of her countryside, Hélèna is far from interested in any of this madness. When she is not helping her father on the family farm, she goes camping by the sea with her friends. Life is peaceful. But her father dreams of another destiny for her, a better life than cleaning up dung!
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Crystal Heart
by Eran Aviram
Four friends play a role-playing game set in a fantasy world where mysterious Crystals grant them unique powers.
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A Curtain Call for You Vol. 1
by Shiho Satou
Two high school girls begin a drama club as a way to share Sakura's storeis and in the process create a platform for helping each other shine! ACT YOUR HEART OUT! Shy, mousy Sakura Akutsu finds it difficult to breathe in public, much less speak for herself. She makes do by confining her adventures in creativity to the pages of her notebook--until the brash, outgoing new transfer student Tsubame gets her hands on it, that is.
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The Greatest Wolf of My Life Vol. 1
by Ran
One girl's dead-end life takes quite a turn when she gets involved with a pop idol and an old crush from her past! Eunbyul's life is one long, awkward punchline. She's stuck in a dead-end job, broke, single, and clinging to the one thing she actually loves--her tiny apartment. But her peaceful little world flips upside down when a cranky pop idol accuses her of being a stalker after a bizarre rooftop mix-up.
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Hawkeye: My Life as a Weapon
by Matt Fraction
Clint Barton, ordinary guy in a world of gods and super-soldiers, just wants to do right -- and maybe grill a decent rooftop BBQ. Alongside Kate Bishop, his equally sharp-eyed prot g , he takes aim at digital digital doomsday, Russian mobsters in tracksuits, and the everyday chaos of life in New York. With Aja's minimalist brilliance and Fraction's razor-sharp voice, these stories turned the small details -- neighbors, stray dogs, broken tape decks -- into unforgettable legend. And then there's Pizza Dog.
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I Made Friends with the Second Prettiest Girl in My Class, Vol. 2
by Rin Ono
Maki Maehara never thought he'd make any friends, much less become friends with the second prettiest girl in class! Now he's also befriended Umi's childlike best friend Yuu, the most popular girl among their classmates, and the three spend lots of time together. But when Umi notices Maehara getting closer to Yuu, she begins to feel left behind...From sleepovers to the school culture festival, is Maehara and Umi's relationship slowly developing into something more...?
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I Want to Be a Receptionist in This Magical World, Vol. 7
by Mako
Let the Walhelnus tournament begin! As mages from all over the world flock to Doran in search of gold and glory, Nunally will be manning the reception desk for Harre. And while she's adapted well to the fast pace and late nights of this job, something strange has been happening...Every time she falls asleep, she's plagued by the same dream of some mysterious entity calling out to her. What could it possibly mean...? And what are Nunally's parents doing investigating an ancient tomb...?
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Magic Knight Rayearth Part 2 Vol. 1
by Clamp
Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu return to a Cefiro that is not the one they left, and they realize that there was always more to this other world than they realized... The three teenage girls who saved a world at great cost return to Tokyo, a little older and much wiser. They assume that they'll never see the magical, troubling world of Cefiro again...when they find themselves back there once again. But Emeraude couldn't be the one who summoned them this time. What if the tragic climax of their first adventure was only the beginning?
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Masters of the Universe/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles of Grayskull
by Tim Seeley
When the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles came across Krang and Shredder making a deal with some otherworldly 'demon mage' named Skeletor, things got hella weird and they ended up in Eternia. It turns out, when you mix Utrom mutagen with demon magic you get a nasty purple poison--and it's brought Eternia to the brink of chaos. So Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo are teaming up with The Masters of the Universe to kick some blue bony butt.
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Mocha the Cat and His Forever Family Vol. 1
by Nigotaro
One lucky street cat finds his furrever home in this adorable new cat manga! Mocha is a male calico cat--an extremely rare combination said to bring good luck. Abandoned on the streets as a kitten, now he's spoiled by his adoptive humans, who love his typical cat moods and mischief. Whether he's walking on the book they're trying to read, climbing the curtains, or just doing a biiig stretch, he'll put a smile on your face just like he does for his family!
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Noss and Zakuro Vol. 2
by Rariatto
IT'S A MONSTER MASH Shadowsville is an eerie town sitting right between this world and the next, the perfect place for any non-human to call home! The mother-daughter vampire duo, Noss and Zakuro, are among its many happy residents, but lately the town's in a state of chaos! How's a vampire supposed to relax and drink blood in peace? You'll want to sink your fangs into this heartwarming yet spooky comedy!
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One Piece, Vol. 110
by Eiichiro Oda
As a child, Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming King of the Pirates. But his life changed when he accidentally gained the power to stretch like rubber...at the cost of never being able to swim again! Years later, Luffy sets off in search of the One Piece, said to be the greatest treasure in the world... With the help of the Giant Pirates, Luffy and crew may be able to escape Egghead alive, but they'll still have to get by the seemingly immortal Five Elders. Meanwhile, Dr. Vegapunk's broadcast may reveal a secret that will shock the whole world!
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Purgatory Funeral Cakes Vol. 1
by Sanho
Funeral cakes are the final gift from the living to their departed loved ones--and the only comfort on their journey to rebirth. Baker Margot and her ghostly assistant Miro make specialty cakes for the dearly departed. Each cake is made custom--tailored to the lost individual. Still-living loved ones share their memories of the deceased which serve as inspiration for the flavors and style, creating a truly one-of-a-kind cake.
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The Revenge of My Youth Vol. 3: Re Life with an Angelic Girl
by Boiru Iseebi
Through the trials and tribulations of the school festival, Shin' ichiro has awakened to his feelings and forms a new resolve: To become a man worthy of Haruka Shijoin Just then, a new rival appears: Mitsurugi, a man with aristocratic good looks and an aura of confidence. What's more, somehow the final exams have turned into a battle, with a spot beside Haruka on the line ? His opponent is none other than the top scorer on the midterms. Just how can Shin' ichiro come out on top this time?
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Sanda Vol.2
by Paru Itagaki
Continue the thrilling quest with Sanda and Shiori as they uncover more secrets, face new challenges, and move closer to restoring the magic of Christmas in a future Japan. In Sanda Volume 2, the journey to uncover the truth about Fuyumura Shiori's missing friend, Ono Ichie, intensifies as Sanda and Shiori face growing obstacles from both external forces and within their own friendship. As they continue their search for Ichie, they begin to unravel a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their world.
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Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch--Ghost Agents
by Michael Moreci
A daring heist strikes at the heart of the Republic war effort. What has been stolen? A list of Republic ghost agents, whose covert actions across the galaxy provide vital information to the Jedi and their allies. The Bad Batch are called upon to recover the missing list and bring the thief to justice. Easier said than done. Their mission takes Hunter, Wrecker, Crosshair, and Tech to the seediest corners of the galaxy.
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The Terrifying Students at Ghoul School!, Vol. 1
by Mai Tanaka
A new semester has begun at Hyakki Academy, and tanuki Mamekichi Maizuka and nekomata Tamao Akisame are just two of the problem students gracing the school's halls this year! Witness the origins of your favorite characters from A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School!
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Tower Dungeon Vol. 3
by Tsutomu Nihei
The ingenuous farmboy Yuva must accompany a contingent of knights through the increasingly dangerous floors of massive tower on the way to rescue the princess, Nihei bringing his unique sensibility to bear on a crumbling world of malformed creatures, wounded soldiers, and labyrinthine darkness. Level 25 of the Dragon Tower--Yuva and his companions, having fallen into a trap set by deserters from the Royal Guard, are grievously wounded and on the brink of annihilation.
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Wistoria: Wand and Sword Vol. 10
by Toshi Aoi
Seeking to fulfill a promise to a childhood friend, Will Serfort enters Regarden Magical Academy with the goal of making it to the top of the magical world. There's just one problem: he can't use magic! Will his sword skills be the key to unlocking his true potential? After some unlikely help from Julius and the Ageless Witch Cerridwen, Will manages to recover his childhood memories and unlock the source of his true strength.
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Yojimbot Vol. 1: Metal Silence
by Sylvain Repos
In a not-too-distant future Japan, one Samurai-reenacting robot--a Yojimbot--makes the choice to help a human boy in danger. While attempting to flee an entirely robot-inhabited island, Hideo and his son Hiro are attacked by a troop of armored humans. When Hideo sacrifices himself to save his son, a lone Yojimbot stands between Hiro and his death. Joined by other Yojimbots that come to his aid, Hiro and his protectors venture across the ruined island to find the mysterious 'rights holder' who may hold the key to Hiro's escape.
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