Josei

A Bittersweet Life

2014-10-23

The sweet stories of singles and couples. The sweet episodes of the employed and unemployed.Original webtoon (Korean webcomic)

Cheese In The Trap Manhwa

2011-01-14

Hong Sul is a ordinary college student. Yoo Jung is the school's most popular upperclass man. He's good looking, rich, smart, and even nice. However, Hong Sul thinks there's more to Yoo Jung than what meets the eye..Webtoon from NaverPlease address this work as a Manhwa (Korean word for cartoons)

Our Relationship Is...

2015-05-24

Though we get closer, the gap that can't be crossed. Our uncertain relationship - warm like pastel colors, but unable to burn hotly like primary colors. This fall is the beginning of the campus couple that'll make your heart race.Original Comic: http://www.lezhin.com/comic/woori

Winter Woods

2014-11-20

From Sunflower Scans:A colorful fairytale-like story of Winter, who wants to become a living human and Jane, who wants to become a best selling fairytale author.Original Webtoon

Godly Bells Manhwa

2014-02-04

Bells that are called gods. The past and present story of the bell's secrets and Hong Ryeong, the one chosen by the bell.

14-sai No Koi

2011-10-26

A story about two fourteen-year olds. Because of their outward appearances and their academic achievements, they are thought of as being extremely mature by their peers. Consequently, they feel the pressure of having to live up to this image. They are both smart, very together and they are in love. But, as grown-up as they act, they are still just fourteen, and their feelings for each other are captured with tenderness and lack of nostalgia, but very cutely.

Story Of Someone We Know Manhwa

2012-09-01

From: Easy Going ScansThe story of three average women, and their not-so-common everyday life.

Real Clothes

2011-07-09

Kinue is a saleswoman in the futon section of a department store. Despite her plain clothes and poor makeup, she ends up being transferred to the women's clothing department, where she has to be trained by her extraordinarily fashionable boss. Needless to say, a makeover is in order.

Bokura no Kiseki

2011-01-14

From a young age, Minami Harusumi has had recurring dreams of Veronica, a princess whose kingdom is on the verge of destruction. He believes them to be recollections of his past life, and that he is her reincarnation. Because of this, he is ridiculed by his classmates. One day, when the mockery escalates into bullying, he rediscovers magic—something Veronica had studied and used. Reassured his past life is not merely a fantasy, Minami tries to learn more about his past memories and the reason behind them...

Spicy Pink

2011-01-27

Plot: Sakura is a hard working shoujo mangaka who has no time for relationships. She is forced to attend a goukon, where she meets a rude and patronizing doctor. Despite their differences they begin dating. Can she find love with this petulant man?

Futaribeya

2015-05-25

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. From Amazon Japan:"The heart-warming female high school dorm life between the strong-willed Sakurako and the absent-minded and lazy beauty, Kasumi!"

Sayonara Sorcier

2014-02-24

In the late 19th century in Paris, Theodorus van Gogh, famous art dealer in Paris and the branch manager of the prestigious Goupil & Cie patroned exclusively by Bourgeoisie clients, seeks to embrace new art talents and techniques. However, the period is full of the prestigious and conservative who think that art belongs solely to the upper echelon of the society whereas commoners are considered as unable to appreciate art.Stating that "Destroying the system from within is more interesting", Thedorus struggles to overcome the obstacle by bring forth works which depict the truth and daily lives of people which are not acknowledged by the academy.Rank #1 in Kono Manga ga Sugoi 2014.

Yume No Shizuku, Ougon No Torikago

2018-05-31

Beginning of 16th century, Alexandra was captured by slave traders in Ukraine during one of their many raids. When the traders arrived in Greece to sell the female slaves, a young handsome man named Mateus bought her and promised to give her true freedom. He hired countless teachers, scholars, and palace ladies to train her into the most perfect woman of her time. Mateus's kindness has caused Alexandra to deeply fall in love with him, and she secretly wishes to be his concubine. But cruel fate! Mateus has already promised her to his best friend? Suleiman the Great, Emperor of the Ottoman Empire! Mateus promised Alexandra of true freedom, but where is freedom when she is in another man's harem and can only look at the one she loves from afar? Not willing to endure agony, Alexandra promises herself that one day, she will free both of them from their bird cages, but Mateus is the Grand Vizier, power only second to the Emperor himself. So Alexandra must become the most influential concubine in order to have any hope... which also means, bearing Suleiman's son. However, Suleiman already has a son by another concubine, and this woman is determined to keep her son as the only prince. Hence begins the story of a slave to an empress of the greatest empire of all time, Alexandra, the woman who would one day be known as Roxolana, Empress of the Ottoman Empire.

Nodame Cantabile

2011-01-14

The son of a famous pianist, music student Shinichi Chiaki dreams of studying abroad and becoming a conductor like his mentor. Unfortunately, his fear of flying grounds his lofty plans! As he watches other classmates achieve what he has always wanted, Shinichi wonders if he should quit music altogether.Then one day he meets fellow student Megumi Noda, also known as Nodame. This oddball girl cannot cook, clean, or even read a music score, but she can play the piano in incomparable Cantabile style. And she teaches Chiaki something that he has forgotten: to enjoy his music, no matter where he is.

Servamp

2011-09-01

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Bara No Tameni

2011-01-14

From Aerie Scans:After being dumped, followed closely by her grandmother's sudden death, the chubby Yuri is left broke and homeless. That is until she discovers that her grandmother had been lying to her for years. Her mother is not dead, but is in fact a famous movie star, and very much alive.Upon arriving at her mother's house, she meets her three new beautiful siblings, all from different fathers. Her new-found family is filled with hilarious oddities, ranging from laziness to drunkenness to gay incest. She is constantly antagonized by her brothers Sumire and Aoi. And her sister Fuyou does little to help. And thus Yuri becomes little more than a maid in the household, catering to her siblings needs while her mother travels the world. But as Yuri's warmth fills the house which before had been so cold...what will happen between her and her brothers? Can they come to see each other as siblings before it's too late?The series received the Shogakukan Manga Award for sh?jo in 1994.

Loveless

2011-01-14

12-year-old Ritsuka Aoygi is, to say the least, a troubled child. Due to a rare case of psychological disorder, he has no memories of his life before the age of ten, and apparently is now the polar opposite of who he was before he lost his memories. This causes his mentally unstable mother to constantly abuse him, demanding that he leave and return the 'real' Ritsuka to her. For the past two years, his older brother Seimei had been the center of his life, protecting him from his mother and accepting and loving him. However, recently, Seimei was found burned to death in the classroom of Ritsuka's elementary school.Ritsuka is still in the process of recovering from what happened when he meets a man named Soubi, claiming to be Seimei's 'friend'. He informs Ritsuka that their name is "Loveless", and that he will be his Sacrifice - while Soubi is his "Fighter". Soon, Ritsuka finds himself in the midst a bizarre world where teams of two; the 'fighter' and 'sacrifice', combat each other using verbal spells.While treading through disturbing secrets and finding new friends within them, Soubi and Ritsuka bond, and through each other, begin to heal from the scars of their pasts.

Makai Ouji: Devils And Realist

2011-01-14

By Hyper Parfait:The noble William possesses a rare kind of intelligence. The school he attends and his family background both draw much attention. However, one day, his family loses money after his uncle's business fails. Worrying about how this would affect his school's reputation, he returns home to help the family butler search for things to sell. What they found was an underground room that had been used by William's ancestors. The room contains a magical seal, with which William unintentionally summons a demon. The demon, Dantalion tells William that has the ability to choose the king of the demon world! Naturally, the candidates for king will come after William...who will become king in the end?!Â

Baku (BIKKE)

2012-05-20

from Iskultrip ScansA long time ago…there was a disease that would cause nightmares and kill people. Doctors and wizards threw in the towel, unable to find a cure. All of a sudden, mysterious magicians appeared. These magicians ate the nightmares of those who suffered from them. It was said that those who had their dreams eaten were able to sleep peacefully.This is the story of “Baku”.

Oooku

2011-12-13

In an alternative timeline of feudal Japan, a strange disease that only affects men has caused a massive reduction of male population, thus women have to pick up men's jobs, changing the social structure. Now, after 80 years of the initial outbreak and current man:woman ratio of 1:4, Japan has become completely matriarchal, with women holding important political positions and men being their consort. Only the most powerful woman -- head of Tokugawa shogunate -- can keep a harem of handsome yet unproductive men, known as "Ooku."Recipient of special prize at The Japanese Association of Feminist Science Fiction and Fantasy's fifth annual Sense of Gender awards (2005), Excellence Award for manga at Japan Media Arts Festival (2006), Grand Prize in Osamu Tezuka Cultural Prize (2009), Tiptree Award (2010)Nominated for the first annual Manga Taish? (2008).--------------From the creator of smart, sensual and wry stories like Antique Bakery and Flower of Life, comes a historical manga set in the era of samurai with a twist: What if most of the men were wiped out by a plague, and what if the shogun was a woman? The result is Ooku: The Inner Chambers, a historical fantasy series about a once-male dominated society turned inside-out, and a female Tokugawa-era shogun who keeps a harem of handsome male consorts for her pleasure.

Clover No Kuni No Alice - Heart No Kishi

2012-01-16

A manga adaptation of the otome game Clover no Kuni no Alice that focuses on Ace.Â

Youkai Kyoushitsu

2013-12-25

Arcana 05: Japanese Style And Samurai

2018-06-07

Volume 5 : Japanese Style and Samurai 1. The Overnight Rain Stops by Minekura Kazuya (or "Last Night's Rain Lifts") 2. Our Detective Story by Saeki Yashiro 3. The Thunder God and the Wind God by Gunjou 4. Samurai Soul by Asada Yasuka 5. Takeda-sama, the Town Magistrate by Mazaki Haruka 6. Tenmatsu, the Kabuki Actor with a Charming Figure by Ueda Shinshu 7. Mushroom and Kappa - Arcana Compilation for Ninjas on Business Trips by Magami Guriko 8. Confetti in the Fish Tank by Akanatsu 9. Moonlight Sei-kun by Aoto Takane 10. Urahara by Kouzuki Leo 11. Pure Land Eye Story by Kayase Shiki 12. The Queen’s Dog by Araishi Ikkyou & Oshino Hikaru 13. Kakure Oni by Mikanagi Touya 14. Absolute Obedience, The Peach's Rebellion by Yoshizawa Tomoya 15. Miokuribana by Kikuta Yui 16. Swordplay by Shindou Arashi

Saiyuki Reload

2011-01-14

Priest Genjo Sanzo and companions Cho Hakkai, Sha Gojyo, and Son Goku maintain their westward journey to stop the resurrection of the demon Gyoumao. As the reputation of the Sanzo Ikkou precedes them, they continue to fight demon assassins at every turn, but they must also deal with increasing tensions within their group in order to defeat a powerful enemy.

Itou Junji Kyoufu Collection

2012-02-06

The first 2 volumes contain thematically linked but self-contained stories concerning Tomie - a beautiful young woman with the power to seduce and dominate any male, from small boys to elderly men. Later, the series leaves these characters behind and focuses on stand-alone gothic horror pieces.Each volume has its own title:1. Tomie (Scanlated)Included one-shots:TomiePhotographKissMansionRevengeThe Basin of the Waterfall2. Tomie - Part 2 (Scanlated)Included one-shots:Tomie Part 2BasementPainterMurderHairOrphan Girl3. Flesh Colored Horror (Scanlated)Included one-shots:Long Hair in the AtticPermission/ForgivenessThe Bee HiveDying YoungHeadless StatuesFlesh Coloured Horror4. The Face Burglar (Scanlated)Included one-shots:The Face BurglarScarecrowsFallingRed StringMy Dear AncestorsThe Hanging Balloons5. Souichi's Diary of DelightsIncluded one-shots:Fun Summer Vacation (Scanlated)Fun Winter Vacation (Scanlated)Souichi's Diary of Delights (Scanlated)Souichi's Home Tutor (Scanlated)Cloth TeachersSouichi's Birthday (Scanlated)6. Souichi's Diary of Curses Included one-shots:Souichi's Selfish Curse (Scanlated)The Silent RoomThe CoffinRumoursFashion Model7. Slug GirlIncluded one-shots:Slug Girl (Scanlated)Out of Its Element / Thing that Drifted Ashore (Scanlated)MoldColdness (Scanlated)RyokanThe Groaning Drain (Scanlated)Biohouse (Scanlated)8. Blood-bubble Bushes (Scanlated)Included one-shots:Blood-bubble Bushes Unbearable LabyrinthSword of the Re-animator The Will The Bridge DemonologyThe Conversation Room9. HallucinationsIncluded one-shots:HallucinationsBog of the Living DeadPenpalFurther Tales of OshikiriFurther Tales of Oshikiri: The Wall10. House of the MarionettesIncluded one-shots:Ice Cream Bus (Scanlated)Gang HouseThe Smoking ClubSecond-hand RecordThe Sleeping RoomThe Gift Bearer (Scanlated)House of the Marionettes (Scanlated)11. The Town Without StreetsIncluded one-shots:The Town Without Streets (Scanlated)Near Miss! (Scanlated)MaptownVillage of the Sirens (Scanlated)The Supernatural Transfer Student12. The Bully (Scanlated)Included one-shots:The Bully House of the Deserter Father's HeartMemoryThe Back AlleyLove by the Book In the Soil13. The Circus is HereIncluded one-shots:The Circus is HereGravetownThe Adjacent Window (Scanlated)Sleuth Kids: The Second Daughter's LoverSleuth Kids: The Assembly of Fallen Ghost14. The Story of the Mysterious TunnelIncluded one-shots:Long Dream (Scanlated)The Story of the Mysterious TunnelThe Bronze StatueDrifting SporesBlood Sickness of the White Sands Village (Scanlated)15. Lovesick Dead (Scanlated)Included one-shots:The Beautiful Youth of the IntersectionsThe Anxious WomanShadowsScreams in the Night16. Frankenstein (Scanlated)Included one-shots:FrankensteinA Doll's Hellish BurialMemories of Real ShitNote: Tomie has its own page because of a third volume that isn't part of this collection.Scanlation Groups:Slug-chicksTitaniaDaniel.AUiemonsyNeggie

Koi

2011-02-11

A collection of bittersweet tales of all the different shapes an unrequited love can come in. Why is it so difficult to confess your love? Why is it that another person can affect someone else so strongly? When a powerful man is fickle, he is allowed to be. But if a woman is unfaithful, she is called a tramp. Koi tells the realistic stories of six different women of different ages, and completely different outlooks on life.

Ikasama Umigame no Soup

2013-02-28

A colored oneshot that consists of 8 separate stories, filled with advante-garde illustrations and poems.

Ashita No Ousama

2011-01-24

Yu has found the stage full of dreams and happiness. Fascinated by magic of the drama, she struggles to be a stage director and a scriptwriter. This is her drama.

Toriaezu Chikyuu Ga Horobiru Mae Ni

2015-02-19

One day in front of the Dadakusa girls’ basketball team, a man calling himself a prophet appears. “The earth will perish if you don’t win the prefectural tournament.” Find out the fate of the earth, basketball, and love by reading "Toriaezu Chikyuu ga Horobiru Mae Ni."

Ano Koro Ni Aitai

2011-07-19

YUZURU, has been in love with her older brother, FUYUHISA, for as long as she can remember. But when he finds out her feelings for him, her world is shattered when he tells her he can't return her feelings. Fast forward half a year, she's trying to move on and find a new love, but she just can't convince herself to forget him...

Binetsu Kuukan

2015-03-08

Akasegawa Naoya's mother remarried recently and he suddenly finds himself trying to get along with his new big sister Amane, a student of the prestigious Kasugano Girls' School. But his new big sister isn't like what you might first expect.(Serialized in "Rakuen Le Paradis", an anthology that comes out three times a year.)

Soredake Kai

2011-02-11

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. When one is looking for love, where can she find it? Problems arise as Kako finds herself as an object of desire for men all around. Can she ever break what men are after and find real love?

Tsumetaku, Amai

2013-08-07

A series of one shots about couples' struggles and happiness. The subtlety and tensions of the stories are all aided by Shigisawa's delicately realistic style.

Clay Lord

2013-09-27

Clay is a young golem molder, still learning about the world around him. His unique technique allows his golems to evolve.

Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu

2015-02-24

Asuka is a twenty four years old successful career woman who dreams of marriage so she can become a full time housewife and someone who can create a warm home where in her husband would always be fond of returning.Nanami Ryuu is the complete opposite; although he is someone sincere in his job and a gentleman to women, for him, marriage is nothing but a hindrance.To Asuka, Nanami is a person who belongs to a different world and will never connect with her own, a matter which is insignificant, because right now she expects that her dreams of married life will soon be realized since she feels her boyfriend of five years will propose to her soon…

Boy Next Door (Yaoi)

2011-01-14

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Story 1. Boy Next Door Takeshi is straight until he sees Kazuya lying naked on his friend's couch. After their intimate encounter, can they find a way to make a relationship work and manage to survive on their unusual part time job?Story 2. One HeartA story about a part-time, student worker and his ex-salaryman boss. When his boss's company is in danger of going bankrupt, how will the part-timer convince his ex-salaryman to take a loan from him?Story 3. OtoshimonoAn odd encounter between two strangers results in tales of violence of questionable validity--and of course sex. But is this just a one night stand?Story 4. Long Way HomeKatou has money problems, loans and he hasn’t paid his rent for 5 months now. When his realtor Yui suggest that, if Katou does a job for him, he will give him 3 more weeks to pay the rent (before kicking him out or worse), Katou happily agrees…

We Broke Up

2015-02-16

Everything starts after a break up? The intriguing story of an ex-boyfriend and girlfriend living together.

10, 20, And 30 Manhwa

2011-11-19

From NetComics:Three extraordinary women in three age groups and three unforgettable lives intersect in Morim Kang's fascinating 10, 20, and 30. Krumb is a clumsy, scatterbrained widow in her 30's whose teenaged daughter, Rok, is forced to take care of. Meanwhile, Rok's jaded, twenty-something cousin Belle suffers a messy breakup with her boyfriend. Finally, Rok, who dreads the thought of growing up and its attendant responsibilities, hates men and is sure to complicate matters. Get ready for one wild ride with 10, 20, and 30.

Stretch

2014-02-28

Take a peek into the lives of the roommates Keiko and Ran, living and stretching together!

Shirokuma Cafe

2014-12-02

From Lucia Rose:Shirokuma Cafe revolves around the everyday lives of a group of animals mingling with humans at a cafe run by a polar bear named Shirokuma-kun. His animal friends include Panda-kun, a lazy but well-meaning panda bear; Penguin-san, a sharp-tongued penguin; and Grizzly-san, a grizzly bear with a wild personality.Was adapted into anime.

Omochabako no Kuni no Alice Special Deluxe Edition Booklet

2018-12-28

This volume contains two stories that follow the Omochabako no Kuni no Alice fan disk which is part of the Heart no Kuni no Alice series (aka Alice in the Country of Hearts).Alice and the role holders have been placed into a magical parody setting. Some are students and some are teachers at the prestigious magic school, Symphonia.Chp 1 - Elliot StorySummary: N/AChp 2 - Joker StorySummary: On her way to become a witch, Alice must study plenty of difficult texts and exercise many different abilities. One day while she is struggling to comprehend the art of summoning, Black Joker comes along with his own special brand of advice.> Part of the Heart no Kuni no Alice / Clover no Kuni no Alice series( http://www.mangago.com/search?name=Alice&name_cond=c&artist_name=QuinRose&artist_name_cond=is )

Chou yo Hana yo

2013-01-12

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. From Viz:Choko Kuze is the sensible daughter of a venerable family who went bankrupt. She joins a real estate company as an entry-level office worker, but her eccentric boss is harder on her than anyone else in the company! After hearing him inadvertently call her "milady," she realizes he was the young servant boy she knew as a child. At work he's a tyrant, but after hours he insists on treating her like a lady of the nobility. Is romance even possible for a couple locked in such a crazy role reversal?

Once Again

2014-01-16

Yuan Ge, a director at an advertising firm, is interrupted in the midst of a meeting with the news that his long-estranged wife has passed away. He barely finds time to grieve for her, a woman he had long since ceased to love. Several days later, he is struck by the vision of a young girl on a subway bus, but she disappears the minute he looks away

Mukashi no Hanashi

2011-01-27

Plot: A collection of short stories.Chapter 1, white room: Angels exist in both black and white. The white angels have pleasant jobs, like making flowers bloom and warning people of danger. The black angels have ugly jobs, like making people sick. When she was a child, the black angel Lily admired the white angels, and now as an adult she's decided she wants to be one.

Kiss & Never Cry

2011-01-14

From Serenus Dreamers:Michiru is a happy child who loves to skate. During her childhoood, she meets Leon, a cute innocent boy. They begin to ice dance together. But as she has a conflict with her mom, she plans to run away with Leon. Leon, considering the danger, declines Michiru. Hurt by this, Michiru runs away by herself. Finding out that Michiru has run away, Leon and others search for her, finding her in the skating rink. But the person who was standing in the rink no longer had the smile that old Michiru used to!?

Kedakaki Yakusoku

2011-02-03

Katherine's hope for her beloved brother's return to their estate in Hampshire is dashed when she receives the news of his death... He met a brave death at Battle of Waterloo. Then cruel reality hits devastated Katherine. Her uncle's family claims the estate, leaving Katherine no access to her fortune. The only person she can turn to for help is Lord Adam Calthorpe, her late brother's superior. Little does she know her brother asked Adam to look after Katherine if any ill fate were to befall him....

Bathroom Guuwa

2011-02-11

From Shoujo Manga Maniac:Four dream-like short stories.Mari Okazaki can alter appearances, like fun house mirrors at an amusement park. The short stories blossom to reveal a medley of surreal characters. The virtuoso stroke is like the thread that weave an exquisite lace of memories, tenderly reconstructing the ghost of a man...

Dokuyaku to Otome

2011-02-11

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Riyako's dream of a happy marriage is shattered when her 'true love' cheats on her. Heartbroken, she finds herself seduced by the beautiful young Shougo, ending in a night of heated passion. However, what seemed like a spontaneous act turns out to be much more as Shougo and her ex-lover are somehow connected! In her confusion, Riyako can't help becoming more addicted to the seductive poison that knows just what buttons to push to convey innocence or evil (and sometimes, both), and a suspenseful and dangerous love affair ensues.

Ike Ike! Sakura

2011-02-11

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Sanabi Sakura was on her way to her university admission exams when she got a serious nosebleed. Fortunately she was helped by a cute guy, Shuji, who lent her his knee for some rest. After getting admitted to university, she looked feverently for Shuji and luckily managed to get into a Goukon with him. But will he accept her confession?

Itoshikute Nikui Hito

2011-08-13

from fictiondb:Elinor Lucinda Smith knew it would be difficult to stay calm and professional while nursing Jason Tenby back to health; he was used to calling the shots. Also, she couldn't forget the time years ago when Jason had kissed her passionately... She'd never forgiven Jason for the trouble it had caused. But now he was injured and temporarily blind. For his sake she must keep her identity a secret. However, as she healed him, she tamed him -- and fell for him. All too soon he would be able to see her again -- surely he'd recognize her as the woman whom he'd once considered unsuitable marriage material?

Ai Naki Kekkon

2011-06-29

from fictiondb:They had shared a beautiful affairThen Briony had learned the shattering truth. Although she had been deeply in love with Kieron, a reporter then, he had wanted her only for a newspaper scoop. It was painfully ironic to Briony that his calculated lovemaking should have resulted in such a beautiful baby boy.,.It was no less ironic that Kieron Blake should now be Briony's new boss at the Daily Globe.One look at little Nicky told him the truth--and set them on a collision course. Either she married him or he took her son away!

Honya No Mori No Akari

2012-11-19

From JShoujo Scans:Akari, who loves books, moves to Tokyo to go work at the head office of a bookstore. There she meets the assistant manager Terayama Morizou, who loves books more than people. Up 'til now Akari hasn't worked at such a large store yet so she feels a lot of pressure, but at the same time she realizes she really loves her job. This manga depicts the struggles she experiences at work as well as in her personal life.

+c: Sword And Cornett

2011-01-14

From Shinmakoku Scanlations:Once, there was a hero who vanquished the darkness on this land and liberated the people from it. Then he built a kingdom, and had his descendants to rule as kings. Although they had ruled the land for so many years, the truth is the politics is being centered on the elders from each region of the kingdom.This seemingly peaceful kingdom was then disturbed by the mysterious death of the next successor to the throne; the death started to involve all of those who have the rights to succeed the throne to become the next king.Belca Noctircus is the son of a commoner and the King Noctircus. He is the third prince in the royal Noctircus family and is third in line for the throne. Soon after coming back from abroad, his brother, the crown prince Hector Noctircus, revealed his amibition to create peace with the Amonel (a race considered to be monsters); but mysteriously, he dies from a chronic disease. Belca and his second older brother, Orcelito, discovered the conspiracy behind Hector's death, and Belca was nearly killed because of that. However, he was saved by a wandering bard/scholar named Eco, who agreed to help Belca out, but is Eco really who he seems to be? Meanwhile Orcelito is captured by Lagen, whose son, a young nobleman, locks him up and manipulates Orcelito to do things by Lagen's bidding and wishes...

Xenosaga Episode 1

2011-01-14

An official Japanese manga adaptation for the series was written by Atsushi Baba and serialized in Monthly Comic Zero Sum. As of 2006, Baba has finished development of Episode I's adaptation and is currently working on Episode II.