TOP MANGA OF THE WEEK

Charlotte, the third princess of the Kingdom of Forsyth, was treated poorly as a fake princess. One day, a mysterious man bursts into a ball and curses her while protecting her sister. She is confined to a villa in the north under the pretext of medical treatment...but the curse has turned her into a little girl!? She makes a fresh start and devotes herself to researching magical plants, but then she receives a letter. "Waah! I'm engaged?!" When she meets Leon, the head of the duke's family, she accidentally lies to him about her little girl appearance, saying she's "Shirley, the maid!" The destinies of the two begin to move -- a thrilling love fantasy about a cursed princess and a handsome duke!!

The number one domestic VR MMORPG game, . I was excited for the long-awaited major update, so I logged in the moment maintenance ended. “Huh?” Someone had already messed with my main quest. As soon as I realized the dungeon had an entry lock, I turned around. I don’t know who it was, but things won’t go so smoothly for them from the second quest onward. <You have discovered a hidden area [Second Trial]! Would you like to enter?> From here on out, I’m going first. …At least, that was the plan. “I really should just kill you.” Seeing some guy charging at me, demanding the quest, a thought flashed through my mind. “Send me a party invite. We can do it together.” After many twists and turns, we cleared the remaining ten quest dungeons together. Then a choice window popped up in front of me: <Would you like to form a bond?> Excited by the scent of a hidden quest, I happily pressed accept—only for this to appear: [As one of the Twelve Generals, I, General Injang, officiate this union. It is now complete. May you cherish and protect this precious bond.] …? With soft pink flower petals fluttering around us, my mental state also scattered to the wind. Of all people, I ended up becoming the first couple with the guy infamous for having the worst personality—and now the whole server knows? What the hell… This game is garbage…

A story that revolves around Kansai high school boys Seto and Utsumi -- particularly their completely normal but comedic chats after school. Note: Nominated for the 18th Annual Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize “Reader Award“ (2014).

The human race is divided into three races. "Nut," which is extremely strengthened, "Alma," which continues unique blood, and "Haman," which coordinates the two. Alma's blood, which lives in the desert, is used to treat Noot's photosensitivity in the west of the continent. One day, while struggling to return to the Seokha Desert, where he was hunted by Alma and fell to an unfamiliar land, he encounters an unknown Eden. The companion, which began with intimidation, is longer than expected, and Eden, who interferes with Seok-ha's return, becomes suspicious....

The story revolves around protagonist, Keita Hinami, who is socially awkward and an otaku. Keita secretly engages in cross-dressing cosplay, and during his first event, he coincidentally encounters the popular classmate, Satoru Urushibara! Keita's cross-dressing hobby gets exposed to his classmates, causing him to feel despair. However, Urushibara surprises him by saying, “Can you spare a moment?” and leads Keita to the restroom......! To Keita's amazement, Urushibara not only accepts his cross-dressing but also helps adjust his cosplay outfit and even applies makeup for him! It turns out Urushibara has an older sister who is experienced in costume making and makeup, making him not only handsome but also skilled in cosmetics! This encounter brings significant changes to Keita's previously friendless and mundane life!

The tyrannic empress of hell got reincarnated into the body of a naïve and tragically murdered princess of the Yan Dynasty. An arrogant servant taking advantage of their position? Scumbags with ill intentions? The malicious empress? She will not spare any of these animals of the imperial palace! The only issue is that clingy regent, what will it take to shake him off?

The little witch Lulu, who dreams of fated love, runs away to the human world in search of it. Just when she’s starting to believe that running away only leads to suffering… She meets Hayeon by chance. With a bright smile, Hayeon looks at Lulu without judgment—never mocking her dreams. And when Hayeon says she’ll paint her an even more beautiful portrait… Lulu finds herself overwhelmed by a new desire: "I want to make her mine." 10 years later Lulu returns to the human world to finally claim her true love, Hayeon. But Hayeon doesn’t recognize her at all…!? "Even if you don’t remember me, that’s okay. We can take our time building new memories—just the two of us." "Become mine!"

Amelia was born unwanted. As an illegitimate daughter of a noble house, she spent her days starving—surviving on weeds plucked from the garden. Mocked as the “Filthy Lady” in high society, shunned by her family, and stripped of her dignity… she never expected anything from the world. Until one day, a marriage proposal arrives. Her fiancé? None other than Duke Logan—the infamous “Brutal Duke” feared by all. Why her? What does he want? And can a girl who’s only ever known cruelty… survive a love that feels just as dangerous?

The new series from Tomoko Ninomiya, creator of Nodame Cantabile, turns its focus on the world of jewelry! Shinobu, a second-year in high school, is part of the family that runs Kurata-ya, a storied pawn shop based in a breezy central Tokyo neighborhood. She helps run the place when school isn't calling, and she has a natural gift that aids her a great deal-the ability to see the "aura" released by gemstones! Shinobu doesn't have a boyfriend, but she does have a fiancé handpicked for her by her grandfather-Akisada Kitagami, a man from a prestigious family who wound up being taken in by Kurata-ya at a young age. He now works as a salesman for a first-class jewelry brand, but he's also got more than his fair share of secrets...

Someone has appeared who seems to know me better than I know myself. "That's right, you don't know me, do you? My name is..."

A handsome blond-haired, blue-eyed guy corners a beautiful girl with white hair and deep purple eyes against the wall. It’s what they call a “wall slam” in those so-called romantic games. “You’re an interesting girl, aren’t you?” Their faces are so close that it’s hard to breathe. The surrounding girls are squealing with excitement… No, they’re seriously annoying. This is the stage of the otome game “Love Academy Koigaku” at the Royal Magic Academy in the Kingdom of Ronaudia. The handsome guy is one of the capture targets in “Love Academy,” Prince Sieg Stallion, the second prince of the kingdom. The girl is the heroine of “Love Academy,” Millia Londo. The students at the academy are neglecting their classes, completely absorbed in romance. Well, it can’t be helped in the world of otome games, but I’m not interested in romance at all. After school, I sneak out of the academy and head towards… “You guys are so slow.” Deep within the labyrinth, I dash through a swarm of giant dragons, taking them down one by one with two swords. With each defeat, the dragons vanish, leaving behind only magic stones. I may have been reincarnated into the world of an otome game, but it doesn’t concern me. Ignoring all the romance events, I delve into dungeons—this is the kind of story it is.

Indra, a mistreated daughter of a noble family, suddenly regains memories of her past life. Using the knowledge from her previous world as her weapon, she begins to train herself to become independent. Just then, an S-rank adventurer named Sworda lonely middle-aged manappears before her!? With Indras unconventional thinking and overwhelming strength, the two set off on a legendary journey of unmatched power!

"You can do whatever you want with all of me." Despite her parents’ objections, university student Fuyuka leaves her strict household to attend an art school in Tokyo, leaving behind her younger brother. Ever since, she’s carried a sense of guilt for abandoning him. One day, unable to pay her rent and feeling hopeless, she suddenly reunites with her now-grown-up brother, Amane...!? Sleeping in the same bed because they’re siblings...? Is this familial love? Or is it something more―― Showered with obsessive affection by her devoted little brother...! A heart-pounding, forbidden cohabitation love story that won’t let you breathe!

"I've always wanted to be with you—ever since back then." A second confession... from a love-savvy former delinquent!? Let your guard down, and he just might devour you!? Mihaya Hoshino, who witnessed an affair between a senior executive and a junior colleague, suddenly finds herself transferred to a branch office in her hometown. Betrayed by the junior she once looked after and effectively demoted, Mihaya is feeling down—when who should appear but Kōda, the ex-delinquent who once confessed to her as a middle school dare! Now a local farmer and a client of her company, Kōda becomes her new business contact. What starts as an awkward reunion turns into something much more... A pushy ex-delinquent farmer × a serious, clumsy former class president— A sweet and spicy small-town reunion romance!

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. This year's most heart-throbbing BL story: The Cross-Dressing Subordinate (Top) x Innocent Boss (Bottom)! Chang Vincent, a wage slave, has a secret identity as a popular female live streamer. He enjoys his double life. His only trouble is that his boss, Duan Kechun, is too harsh. One day, he discovers that his boss is not only the crazy sponsor who donates to him but also an extremely innocent virgin! As the two get closer, they feel that something gradually changes in their relationship...

For 6 years, Kouta has been harboring a secret crush on his childhood best friend and well-known playboy Haruto. All this time, he's accepted that his crush will stay just that, unrequited. However, one day, it seems like Haruto has noticed...? Little by little, their relationship is changing!

After a night of serious boozing, a jilted young man named Ryuka speaks his wish for true love atop a starlit hill. His words reach the ears of Ixto, the spirit of the last quarter moon, who decides to grant Ryuka's wish. Unfortunately for Ryuka, Ixto's handpicked selections to be the young man's lover are all men themselves! And when his rejection of these choices leads to an unexpected night of passion that casts a spell on him, will Ryuka give in to his enchanted body's urge to chase after Ixto and journey through worlds unknown, or will his mind win over his heart? Critically-acclaimed boys' love mangaka Hyouta Fujiyama lends her copious talents to this wacky, role-playing fantasy-romance that will tickle your funny bone and tug at your heart!

With a height of 192 cm and a scar on his face, Ujioka Tasuku is mistaken for a scary person by those around him, and his student life has been lonely up until now. On his first day of high school, Ujioka is determined to make friends and have a fun high school life, but a shocking encounter with Shimohoshizaki Kodzuru awaits him after she trips on a banana peel! She's completely out of it, but Ujioka is touched by Shimohoshizaki's hard work and she doesn't judge Ujioka by his appearance, so they decide to become friends!? They're beginners at both friends and youth, but together, they'll do their best in their youth!!

For the past 10+ years I have exchanged bodies with someone else, untill suddenly one day we returned to our original lives. It would’ve been nice if the person that possessed my original body returned my life after making great things during that time like I did with hers, however, it seems that she just fell in love with a dangerous man that she stalked until he accepted to get into a contractual marriage with her…?! For now, I’ll just try to divorce from that husband who treats me like trash and get away from his family to start anew. But will my husband believe that I want a divorce after all the things the previous host of my body did? Will my mother in law do something out of jealously towards me? What about my brother who suddenly is possessive about me? And even my own father who used to despise now is obsessed with me staying at the mansion of my husband. What the hell is wrong with everyone now?

Congratulations, host, for completing the ultimate mission to kill the Bloody Queen, Reina. Guard leader Max's favorability has reached maximum, and your charm index has reached maximum..." Hearing this sudden electronic chime, I should be happy too. That is, if I'm not Reina. After death, Reina returns to five years ago, knowing that her loyal guard, gentle fiancé, and tsundere brother will all soon backstab her and fall under the host's spell. This time, Reina decides to just run away.

Under the glowing summer moon, bathed in pink, a high school girl’s magical double life begins. Wolha High School is known for its mystical forest, whispered to unite fated lovers. With just one month left until the grandest event of the year—the Summer Moon Festival— campus life is already brimming with pink-tinged anticipation.

Five years ago, when she was a new employee, Jeong Morae had a nightmare of a mentor — Seo Kangjae. Now he’s back, this time as an executive director with the prestigious SG Electronics bloodline… and her direct supervisor. Morae tries to avoid him, haunted by the embarrassing memory of a drunken one-night stand they had at a farewell party. But Kangjae calls her into his office, uses that mistake to threaten her, and makes an unexpected proposal: "Starting now, for exactly three months, once a week, twelve times in total. Sleep with me."

In the apocalyptic era, my sisters and I struggled to survive, but in the eyes of the rich and powerful, we were nothing more than ants. Just before I died, I awakened a special ability to be reincarnated. I was reborn directly into the family of my greatest enemy. Now, I will make them pour all of their resources into raising me, only so I can become their ultimate destruction!

The following content is intended for mature audiences and may contain sexual themes, gore, violence and/or strong language. Discretion is advised. [Bodyguard Heuk-yeong × Guardian Spirit Jeong-won]In the nation of Hwayeon, there has always been a guardian spirit named Jeong-won who serves the king for generations.According to legend, a king who is loved by the guardian spirit will live forever.Because of this, countless kings have yearned for Jeong-won’s love.But Heuk-yeong, a royal bodyguard who secretly admires Jeong-won,finds that his desire for him begins to grow little by little…