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Itou Junji no Neko Nikki: Yon & Mu
2011-06-15
Horror manga author Mr. J moves into his new house with his fiancée A-ko. Much to his chagrin, she brings two guests with her.
7 Nenme no Dou Kyonin
2011-01-24
Brother’s friend who played with me a long time ago, suddenly we’re living together!After meeting 7 years ago, this person still engulfs me with his ever-constant gentleness…?
Boku to Watashi no Henai Iijou
2011-01-27
Plot: Jin is a rock artist in the making, and in a relationship with Tama, a wanna-be bread maker. However, as Jin's popularity grows, he feels he doesn't have enough time for Tama, and breaks up with her. Tama agrees to call it off... A little too easily. The two go off their seperate ways and decide to meet new people, but is their relationship really truly over? Watch their piping hot love slowly unfold!
Kotoba no Nai Love Letter
2011-01-27
Plot: She met him on her trip to Taiwan.They really liked each other and had tried every efforts to keep their relationship. However, language difference and time difference had shattered their hope. Two years later, she was on her trip to Taiwan again, with love and hope...and then she found out that he was engaged.
Vartrag Tale
2011-01-27
Plot: Ralph can see angels and demons. When he was five years old he came across the winged demon Valafar and was completely charmed by him. He made a pact with the demon in order to make his wish, to live with Valafar, come true. Seven years must pass, and there are two conditions that must be met for the pact to be fulfilled. Can the older Ralph discard his ties to humanity and fulfill the pact...?
Kawaii Beast (Yaoi)
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. 1)Cute Beast: There�s a tall and mysterious (and scary!) guy named Onizuka in Kisaki�s class. He looks horrifying at first glance, but if you take a good look, he�s actually pretty handsome! And yet he acts like a big lumbering animal all the time. Now, Kisaki�s starting to feel like he wants to keep Onizuka�s hidden charms to himself� but why?!2)The Prince's Commitment: Girls always confess to Miki, then dump him within weeks because he doesn't care enough. So when adorable classmate Sakura (male) confesses to Miki, he decides to try it out. Will Miki learn to care about another person, or will Sakura leave him like all the rest? And why does the entire class know Miki's business?3)Ramune, First Love, and Summer Break: Years ago, Aki and his cousin Naomi (male) were very close with the much older Naomi taking care of Aki. Now a third year high school student, Aki must spend time with Naomi again and confront the feelings he's been hiding...4)Alice Reunite: When Sumio steps on a drunk in park, he doesn't expect to be compared to the drunk's ex-girlfriend and nearly kissed! Sumio hopes never to see him again, but the drunk is Takagi, his senior at college. Now Takagi always around, and Sumio is getting used to the attention...5)I'm Serious Because It's Love: Saishou Sensei is the object of Misato's crush, so when he approaches Misato, the innocent schoolboy is unprepared for the physical side of things. Especially when he learns that Sensei is known for fooling around with his students. Could Sensei be serious this time, or is that just wishful thinking?6)Cute Beast Extra: The couple decides to move their relationship to the next level. But are they really ready for it?
Not So Bad
2011-02-11
Eunhee is a rich superstar suffering from ennui. Gain is a homeless vagabond with the face of an innocent child. By a whimsical twist of fate and a moment of caprice, they find themselves sharing Eunhee's cozy bachelor's pad. A wealthy heartthrob so fastidious that even love couldn't dent his armor, has suddenly agreed to give succor to a jobless drifter who can't even make proper tea. Eunhee's apartment is big enough for two, but there is only one bed, the nights have grown cold, and snuggling next to the oblivious Eunhee's warm body seems to be the only cure to Gain's recurring insomnia. Soon Eunhee and Gain are sharing the warmth of their dreams, and Eunhee feels his innermost self being transformed.
Shisei no Otoko (Yaoi)
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. Three men bearing tattoos are Peony Katagi, Buttercup Mutou, and Mad Shark Nogami. They are all involved with mystery man Kubota. Is there salvation for these men who live on the underside of society?In the final part of the tattoo series, "Everyone's Song," forty-two pages drawn specifically for the occasion, all the stories come to a conclusion.Two extra stories are included in this collection. In ââ?¬Ë?Spring Loveââ?¬â?¢, the object of a man's one-sided love turns into a vengeful spirit every night and visits him. "Dream's Guidance" has also been added to this special collection. [Nakama]
Ziggurat
2011-03-26
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. A story of a female "phantom" thief and a hot-blooded high school senior sleuth unfold in this mystery chase-action manga.
Sainokami
2011-05-16
The colourful story of Aya, Hina, Kei, and their classmates, trying to figure out the mystery behind Risa's sudden disappearance. It all begins with the discovery that her disappearance haves some correlation to the online dating site called "Amore." Hina proposes that they should try out the site first-hand themselves, and upon doing so, they encounter something completely unexpected?!
Home Sick Baby
2011-06-04
Three years ago, Yuusuke revealed to his family his preference of men. But after seeing their reaction, he ran away from home and has lost contact ever since. Now he has become a freeter, not knowing what to do with his life. Whilst shopping, he meets a man who loves riceballs. How will the power of the riceball change Yuusuke?
Das Kapital
2011-11-30
It's a manga adaptation of "Das Kapital" by Karl Marx. It's published under?????? by East Press, which is a series of paperback manga who are adaptations of masterpieces of literature.It provides an enjoyable introduction to the German socialist's original work, written in 1867. The targeted readers are office workers in their 30s.The fictionalized Vol. 1 of "Das Kapital" chronicles a cheese factory run by protagonist Robin, who rebels against his father's socialist principles and becomes a slave driver after teaming up with a cold-blooded capitalist investor. But Robin struggles between his capitalist ambitions and his sense of guilt over the exploitation of his workers.The book is being translated into English, Korean and Chinese for its upcoming manga debut in the U.S., Asia and Europe.
Isoganaide
2011-12-06
Mainichi Seiten series:Vol 1-2 Mainichi SeitenVol 3-4 Kodomo wa TomaranaiVol 5 Children's TimeVol 6-7 Kodomo no Iibun----Aki-chan no IibunVol 8 IsoganaideVol 9-10 Hanaya no Nikai de
Realpg
2012-01-09
Motoba Hitachi has lived a boring high school life, until his kouhai invited him to a real-life simulation event of Incubate Castle, an online game they both played. But, what seemed like a harmless replication of the game turned out to be as real as it could get. Now, Hitachi must find allies to get out and survive this reality of a game.Â
Rabu Kare - Gokujou Men Dokuhon!
2012-03-13
From Evil Flowers:A compilation of 6 sweet stories about finding love and learning how to keep it.1) Karada no Iinari by SAKOU WatariUika Tonoda and Kuniyoshi Hazama are very experienced when it comes to sex….in theory at least. They know every theoretical term about sex, pheromones and all sorts of things related, yet either of them has never experienced it for itself. What will happen when these 2 will meet? Will they be able to leave the talk aside and finally take action?2) Oni Kare by TSUKISHIMA HaruWakaba Endou only wishes to finish her driving lessons soon so she can get a driver's license. Although she thought it will be easy at first, nothing is easy when the one who's teaching you is instructor Kenzaki. He complains about every small mistake that she does and won't give her any points in her lessons unless she does them perfect. Wakaba always complains about the fact that he's so strict, but at least he's good looking...3) Himitsu no Kinchan! by IWASHITA KeikoWhat would you say if you knew that objects can fall in love? Kin-chan is the most popular mannequin in a clothing shop. Everyone wants to wear the clothes she's showing and even though she's just a plastic doll one day Haruto saved her from falling on the floor when she was pushed by the many enthusiastic customers. Even since then Kin-chan is not like the other mannequins because she has fallen in love with a human. What will she do when Moai-sama will grant her the power to be a human for 3 days?4) Shuuren by MONOU YukiNishimura Inori (17 years old) has given up on being girly after enrolling into an all-girls school. Since they barely get to see any boys, she and her classmates are so to called "boy hungry”. Yet still, they kinda gave up on the idea. They end up going to a very boring school trip to Nara and are pleased to discover that in the neighborhood inn, there is another class renting the place at the same time, from an all-boy school. So, this is it, the girls last chance to seek love before going back to school.5) Rabu + Kuro Love&Clothes by TADA ManamiMatsumi Katou is a normal 25 years old housewife. Lately her husband has stopped complimenting her and she's spending most of the time taking care of her child and never to take care of herself. When she hears that she'll need to go to a party together with her husband she realizes that she's got nothing more formal to wear. In her search for a piece of cloth that will fit her she ends up at Aoi's shop, a manager who puts the happiness of the client before the job to sell any cloth to anyone. Will Aoi manage to make Matsumi look beautiful for the party?6) Himikoi ~ Time Limit by RobikoIt's her last semester of high-school and Mako realizes she hasn't done anything memorable in all her time spent here. So she starts skipping classes together with Yoshi and ends up spying on other couples instead of leaving her own love story. But love comes in many forms and even tough Yoshi doesn't seem to take an interest in her she's still determined to have her high-school romance memories, even if that means forcing him to date her.
Ano Natsu de Matteru
2012-03-17
While testing his 8mm camera at night in his small town, Kaito Kirishima is caught in a mysterious explosion. Strangely, Kaito wakes up the next day perfectly fine, but with no recollection of what exactly happened the day before.Unfazed by what seems to have been just a dream, he heads to school not giving much thought to the incident. Discussing his camera with his friends, they decide to make a movie during summer break. They invite two upperclassmen to participate in the project: the recently arrived Ichika Takatsuki and the odd Remon Yamano. In a strange twist of fate, Ichika starts living with Kaito because his sister has to work overseas. Summer days are about to get exciting for the small film crew.
Haikyo Circle
2012-03-30
“My name is Midou Maria. But not long ago, my name was Ichinose Rei. That Ichinose Rei had a special existence. The workforce for Ichinose Group comprise nearly half of the corporate town, Segawa, and Rei was that Ichinose family’s heir."But that brilliant future was abruptly snatched away. Given a new name, a new gender and three hundred million, Rei--now Maria--was banished from Ichinose. With death as her resolution, Maria roamed around the streets, only to end up in some ruins. But in those ruins, there was a community: the secret base for juveniles!This is the story of Maria's mutiny!
Jigokudou Reikai Tsuushin
2012-06-16
Tetsushi (a 5th grader delinquent who rules over the students of Jouin elementary), Ryuuchin (Tetsushi's right hand man) and Tsuda (their sometimes-ally), are known to everyone in town as the "three evil prankster kings."In a creepy pharmacy located out-of-town, the boys meet an old man who bestows a strange and other-worldly power upon them. Soon after, our 3 young pranksters find themselves battling a variety of ghosts and demons...!?
Nobles' Love Company Manhwa
2012-07-06
Lang Lang is a girl who was adopted by rich parents. She starts attending the school of her brother Ian, who is the idol of his school.
Touhou - U.S.C. Yuka’s Flower Shop KAZAMI MADMAX ver (Doujinshi)
2012-11-12
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Yuuka the berserker pays a friendly visit to her dear Alice's café. No really, it's a friendly visit, I swear, don't get troubled by the army of goons tagging along. Or the guns. Or the trenches they dug overnight.
Hikaru to Hikari
2013-09-18
Hikaru is coaxed into cross-dressing by his older sister, who gets him to participate in a girls-only singing contest as "Hikari".
Kagayaku!! Otoko No Musumejuku
2012-12-05
In an effort to gain an apprenticeship with his favorite author, the author imposes a set of various guidelines and conditions for his apprentice to follow which involve cross dressing and embracing the life style.
Yonjuukyuu
2012-12-25
In this small town, within the 49 days after a person dies, you can see the dead's spirit. She once admired this small town where you can still spent time with the ones precious to you within these 49 days, but...
Prince no Shukumei
2013-01-01
Back in her lush, beloved Carramer, Carissa Day purchased the perfect Bed and Breakfast for raising her babies-to-be. Trouble was, an aristocratic "intruder" proved she'd been swindled -- her new home was actually his royal lodge. Worse, he proved to be Carissa's teenage crush, Eduard de Marigny, Marquis of Merrisand -- now more irresistible than ever.Penniless and pregnant -- with triplets! -- Carissa had to flee. Eduard, however, had other ideas. Namely, a partnership giving Carissa a title and protection -- and giving him an instant heir. Still, even with reignited passion burning between them, even with a kingdom at her feet, could Carissa wed her first and only love -- and forever forsake having his heart?'Carramer no Yumemonogatari' 3 and #6 of 'The Carramer Legacy' series.
Touhou - What’s This Thin Book? (Doujinshi)
2013-01-14
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. "Sakuya gets a quite immodest book in the mail. Now, who in Gensokyo could be responsible for such indecency?"
Kotoura-san
2013-03-25
A school love comedy. Haruka Kotoura is a 15-year-old girl who can read people's minds. She has been suffering from troubles caused by her mind-reading ability, and her parents got divorced as a result. She moves to a new high school but tries to keep away from her classmates. Yoshihisa Manabe, one of her classmates, accepts and appreciates her ability and she begins to interact with her friends with his help.Source: MAL
Atari Nikki - Onnanoko Ni Nacchau Hanashi
2013-07-17
A boy's older brother gives him a potion that turns him into a flat-chested school girl.
Kami-sama Drop
2013-09-18
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. From DrCoke at MangaHelpers:17 year old Nowaki Asunaro has been forsaken by fortune since his birth. Every step he takes, bad luck awaits, whether it takes the shape of a falling bucket of water on his head or being blamed for crimes he never committed. Even for an exceptionally unlucky fellow like him, he still hopes to become friends with the love of his life: Hashihime Banri. The only problem lies in the fact that every time he almost gets close to her, his lack of luck blocks the way.On one typical day for him, filled with unfortunate accidents, he ends up having to protect himself from the rain in a forsaken and dilapidated temple. He becomes feverish from cold and hunger, but in desperation, he prays to the gods that he survive this day and become friends with Banri. Lo and behold, it seems like he accidentally summoned a God(?). Will this accident bring him the luck he never had?
Perfect Rose
2013-11-06
From Transient Mirage:Hina Nobara is a girl from a good family who is the student morality officer for her school, the private Matsubase Academy. One day, a group of four sexy guys from the neighboring delinquent boys high school suddenly appeared before the sober and serious Nobara. They were incredibly attractive, but they were also the worst sort of people. Will they keep the innocent Nobara on their hook!? Good-looking and thrilling! This school diary of swoon-worthy gorgeousness and passion is beginning!!
Seitokai Sousenkyo
2014-03-26
Kanon Miura is a freshman in high school who belongs to the student council. Everything is peaceful until ping-pong club president Kaede Tamaki intrudes on the student council, which somehow results in all of the members joining the ping-pong club… Follow the adventures of 5 cute girls from both the student council and ping-pong club in this slice-of-life four-panel manga!
Kantai Collection -KanColle- KanColle DoStraight (Doujinshi)
2014-04-10
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. not found...
Nyan-Nyan Oratorio
2014-04-30
*The special edition posting of Young Gangan*Heart warming one shot...
Fullmetal Alchemist dj - Black Out (Yaoi)
2014-10-29
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Pairing: Roy x EdAU/AT, set mid-series sometime after Roy's showdown with Lust.
Pokemmo - The Webcomic
2014-12-18
Based off the game: Pokemmo.euJoin the team of 5 IRL friends as they embark on their journey through Kanto--The first region on Pokemmo. Full of fun loving moments, bursting action, and combined with beautiful art, the story about the new way to play the famous game begins.These scenes are based out of real events that were taken during their game journey.Webcomic Orginial Site - Pokemmo.thewebcomic.com
Le théâtre de A
2014-12-23
A collection of short stories:Le théâtre de A1.Oeufs D'ange - Tenshi no TamagoA man is asked by a young painter to be her model.2. Velvet Going UndergroundA doll becomes a super idol. Hijinks ensue.3. Childhood's EndAlastair runs away and meets the Rabbit.4. Bite Me SomethingAllistaire followed Mr. Rabbit all the way to Wonderland. Will he be able to find him among the crowd?5. Long Along AlongingA girl asks a vampire to be his apprentice. But what is her motive?6. Till DawnIn a dark tower, a caged voice is singing until a hunted man enters the darkness.7. Leçon unSequel to Long Along Alonging.8. My Skin on My Back9. Highland WalkerSequel to Leçon un.10. Perfect WorldThe story of a young wife whose husband is infected with a fatal disease called Flower-Blossomitis.11. Perfect LadySequel to Perfect World and drawn especially for this book.12-13. Looks Like a TeaspoonA boy named Allistaire is often teased at his all-boys school. One night he dresses like a girl and stumbles upon the boy who often bullies him, Simon. Allistaire runs off into a tower and as Simon runs after him, we see the sign "Welcome to Wonderland" hanging by the tower's door.14. The Pearl Blue StoryDo you believe in mermaids? Coggy, a young boy finds a mysterious lady laying down near the shore of the beach. He brings her home to help her.15. I Am a PianoA piano tells the story of her life and the people she encounters.16. ParadeLe théâtre de B1. NoëlA short story about a holiday romance.2. Teddy Bear Satsujin Jiken (The Teddy Bear Murder Case)Four murders have taken place at an all girl school. Lying beside each of the victim was a teddy bear with one missing limb.3. Yonshimai Satsujin Jiken4. A is for AliceAlastair, a grown man, is off to follow the Rabbit once again to return to Wonderland.5. The Bedroom Girl, The Sculpture Room GirlA story about a girl in her death bed finding another chance in life in the body of a doll.6. B&W (Black&White)A story about a boy waiting for his sister.7. Le Jardin du thé (The Tea Garden)A mysterious story about a poor young man who orders a kind of tea called Huan Ying – “The Illusion”.8-9. Free Fitting for HerA priest and his captured vampire must save a naive and selfish young girl from the murderous desires of a Lolicon. But perhaps this girl isn't all that she seems.10. Rose Dusk, Pale Moon11. Hello, My Sister12. The Happy Prince13. Welcome to WonderlandSimon, Alastair's old classmate, is now a grown man who bumps into his childhood Wonderland traveler.
Boy Skirt
2015-01-14
On his first day of high school, Yuuya Ochi is shocked to discover that the girl sitting in front of him in class is actually a guy named Shigemitsu Izumi. Unable to simply ignore it like the other guys in class, Yuuya can't stop thinking about Izumi and wonders if he's actually a girl, especially after Yuuya sees Izumi waving to a good-looking guy who he suspects is Izumi's boyfriend. Intent to find out more about who Izumi really is, Yuuya follows him after school, only to end up being dropkicked by him over a misunderstanding. Izumi later tells Yuuya that he started cross-dressing to put his twin sister Yurika at ease, who is extremely afraid of guys. However, Izumi confides in Yuuya that he has one other reason why he cross-dresses, something Izumi has never told anyone else.
Hatsukoi Monster
2015-01-31
15 years old Kaho comes from a rich family. One day, she is saved by a boy from a truck. She immediately fall in love with him. He agrees to go out with her but there is something she didn't know about him : he is in elementary school.
Shingeki No Kyojin Dj - Es Nieselt
2019-12-22
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Paring: Levi x ErenReading an expression is like reading a book, you cannot always capture the depth of it. A story or understanding the feelings of those around you.
Perfect Kareshi (Yaoi)
2015-03-31
The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. Nikaidou Subaru is a perfect high school student, with excellent academic records and a handsome face. He’s also the son of a rich family... And the guy he’s head over heels for is Kitagawa Daisuke, the young president of a small modeling agency.However, the important Subaru is so lethargic that he overturns his perfect image. Even so, he still can’t help but want Daisuke, who passionately says “You’re the one I’ve been searching for all this time!”
Chain Chronicle Crimson
2015-05-31
Wizard Cass aims to become a hero. He meets with the leader Yuri of the militia, to take the first step to his dream. But Cass who had underestimated the “battle†does not even make it out to the battlefield without being stopped by the soldiers! It’s up to Cass to learn how to become a hero!
Ai Wa Karada De Kataru Mono (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. Collection of oneshots. Very steamy!1) When violated by the perverted school doctor, Mizuru calls out the name of his best friend Natsura. But it's his best friend, he can't possibly be in love with him...right?! With Natsura being mute and Mizuru not b
Alichino
2011-01-14
From Tokyopop:Beautiful creatures called 'Alichino' grant any wish to those who find them--but at a price!A young lady searching for an Alichino wants to bring her brother back to life. She meets Tsugiri, a handsome young man who she thinks is an Alic
Angel Myth
2011-01-14
Plot: The story begins when Hui-Sheng, a seemingly ordinary high school girl, receives a deck of angel cards from a mysterious stranger, Jason. With the angel cards, Hui-Sheng attempts to find out who her guardian angel is. But the result of the reading (a blank card) shows that she has none...
Bodyguard Manhwa
2011-01-14
It's about four people. A young police man who joined the force so he could beat people up legally. While he was on the join he messed up and was almost fired but instead was given the job of body guard. So now he has to live like a teen again. the second one is a kid who was raised to take over a large business till they found the real heir. He then became the servant of the new heir. the third one is the new heir. She used to be a normal girl who was orphaned at a young age but was soon found to be the heiress. She used to be normal but the power and money twisted her head and made her a spoiled brat who doesn't care about anyone but her self. The last one is a biker gang's boss. She has a thing for rules and is rather strong. Though her appearance is the total opposite of her strength. She was the reason why the police man almost got fired. She has an odd way with people and can easily persuade them. She is also a body guard for the rich heiress though the reasons are unknown.Read this manga from right to left
Bronze No Tenshi
2011-01-14
Plot: Russia, 1828. Natalia's family is fallen nobility, left poor by her father's chronic illness and mother's poor management. Her family's only chance at revival is her marriage to a wealthy noble. With her family's hopes riding on her future husband, what chance does a poor poet have at winning her heart...?
Bus Gamer
2011-01-14
Toki Mishiba, Nobuto Nakajyo, and Kazuo Saitoh are hired to play the Biz Game, a game much like capture the flag, only with company secrets and insane amounts of money involved. At first they think it's a crazy but fun way to get some money, but as the game goes on, they hear stories about mysterious deaths on the news, and recognize the victims as members of the teams they've beaten in the game. When one of the losers of a game dies right in front of them, they realize what is really at stake - their very lives!
Inner Revolution
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. A yuri one-shot from the mangaka of Companion.
Life, Love (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. Takahiro is the adopted son and secretary of an important Japanese politician. Already uneasy about his position in the eyes of his disapproving father, it doesn't help when Takahiro gets himself kidnapped by American gangsters. While his captors wait for the ransom demand to be met, Takahiro has to be under the watchful eyes of his assigned guard, Jack. As the days turn into weeks, something like friendship develops between them. But will it lead to more...? - See more at: http://www.mangago.me/home/people/1182/report/process/#report_13780
Route 225
2011-01-14
The story, also adapted into a live-action film, is told from the point of view of 14-year-old Eriko, who is left in charge of her younger brother Daigo, when her parents disappear. Contrary to most manga, in Route 225, the disappearing parents are a major part of the plot. Mum and Dad have somehow been transported to an alternate world, from which they are still somehow able to dial back cryptic messages to Earth mobile phones. The result is a great angle on so many teen manga!
Present (ikuemi Ryou)
2011-01-14
1) PresentThis follows the main character through three periods of her life -- ages 13, 18, and 21. Aki leads a normal life. She has friends, a family who cares about her, and a talent for writing. There's nothing seemingly wrong with her life, or herse
Rose Hip Rose
2011-01-14
Rose Hip Rose is a manga about a teenage girl who fights crime. While the setup doesn't sound so great, it gets better as the manga progresses. The series' major strong point is the art. Along the way, she ends up having a showdown with a major criminal n