A "Cinderella"-inspired slow-burn historical romance with a paranormal twist set in Taisho-era Japan! A browbeaten and mistreated daughter is cast out of her home and sent to audition as a bridal candidate for the heir to one of the most powerful families in the land…Considered nigh worthless for having failed to inherit the superhuman powers of the bloodlines into which she was born, Miyo Saimori lives her days unwanted and unloved. Her stepmother and very own father have little time or affection for her, and Miyo must suffer being treated as a servant by her half-sister who, unlike Miyo, is blessed with the unusual powers of their blood. Ultimately seen as nothing more than a nuisance and a drain on the family wealth, Miyo is packed off to the Kudo house as a bridal candidate for its heir, Kiyoka Kudo. Whispers abound about the Kudo clan, the most powerful in all the land, but will the allegedly cold and cruel house into which Miyo aims to marry prove much warmer than the family she left behind?
Encyclopaedia Eorzea -the World Of Final Fantasy Xiv- is a captivating masterpiece by the renowned author, Square Enix. Published in 2022, this book falls under the genre of fantasy, and it takes the reader on an exciting journey through the world of Final Fantasy XIV. The author, who is also the publisher, Square Enix, has meticulously crafted a narrative that is both engrossing and insightful. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the game's lore, making it an essential read for fans and newcomers alike. Published by Square Enix, this book is a testament to their commitment to providing high-quality content for their audience. Encyclopaedia Eorzea -the World Of Final Fantasy Xiv- is more than just a book; it's an immersive experience that transports you to a world of adventure and fantasy.
Experience the rich world of Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood once more via this exhaustive collection of concept art and illustrations, including character designs, field areas, dungeons, monsters, equipment, and more. The Art of the Revolution -Western Memories- also features commentary from the art team on how costumes are created. Book one of a two-book set with The Art of the Revolution -Eastern Memories-. Includes an exclusive bonus item code for an in-game Wind-up Yotsuyu minion!
Return to Eorzea with the Warrior of Light via this exhaustive collection of almost one thousand pieces of concept art and illustrations, including character designs, field areas, dungeons, monsters, equipment, and more. Covering content through the end of the Stormblood expansion, The Art of the Revolution -Eastern Memories- also features messages from the art team, along with a job stone and minion sticker sheet. Book two of a two-book set with The Art of the Revolution -Western Memories-. Includes an exclusive bonus item code for an in-game Dress-Up Tataru minion!
The second volume of the official Final Fantasy XIV lore books, written and compiled by the Final Fantasy XIV development team! Packed with art and information, this full-color, hardcover volume presents a panoramic overview of the world of Eorzea and its inhabitants. (NOTE: E-book edition does not include bonus item code.)The world of Final Fantasy XIV has grown to encompass not only the untraversed corners of Eorzea, but the far-reaching lands of an entire new continent to the east. With new horizons come new discoveries, and so it is with great pleasure that we bring you the second volume of Square Enix’s best-selling Encyclopaedia Eorzea, containing hundreds of pages of newly compiled information on the realms we proudly call our second home.Dedicated to those for whom the pursuit of knowledge is a never-ending journey.Includes an exclusive bonus item code for an in-game item, Matoya’s Hat (head gear)!
After breaking a "curse" on the imperial heirs, a palace servant with training in herbal medicine is promoted up the ranks to food taster...and right into the thick of palace intrigue in this lushly illustrated historical mystery series!Forced to the leave the Inner Palace, Maomao finds herself in the employ of none other than Jinshi, the seemingly ever-present thorn in her side! Immune to his charms, Maomao sets about learning the ways of life in the Outer Palace, where government officials and military officers go about the daily business of running the country. Far from being fearful of her new surroundings, however, Maomao has her insatiable curiosity piqued by the soldier-occupied eastern wing, where she''s been forbidden to go but where it seems further mysteries await...
After breaking a "curse" on the imperial heirs, a palace servant with training in herbal medicine is promoted up the ranks to food taster...and right into the thick of palace intrigue in this lushly illustrated historical mystery series!Maomao has proven her worth to the denizens of the palace time and time again, but she's got her work cut out for her on this occasion! When the ever luminous Jinshi asks for Maomao's help in disguising himself to take care of business outside the palace walls, Maomao must dig deep to mar her employer's heavenly charms! And to make the ploy believable, Maomao herself is roped in to a spot of theater as Jinshi's companion. But Jinshi's "business" takes him right to the gates of the pleasure district! Has all Maomao's hard work been for a mere assignation, or is there another mystery afoot?
Experience the quirky, action-packed adventures of Maka and Soul Eater like never before, with this all-new, deluxe collector''s edition to celebrate Atsushi Ohkubo''s global hit!!The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous Soul Eater: Perfect Edition! Dive into Maka and Soul''s adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series! Each volume of this deluxe omnibus edition of the megahit manga includes the content of approximately 1½ original volumes, the original color pages, an updated translation and lettering, and to top it all off, brand-new cover art drawn by creator Atsushi Ohkubo himself!
After being sold into service to the emperor, whose consorts and serving women live in a sprawling complex known as the hougong, Maomao, an unassuming girl raised by her apothecary father makes the most of life with her curiosity and extensive knowledge of medicine.
Maka and Soul rush to Eastern Europe, where Crona has been wreaking havoc. A brief encounter with another of Medusa's black-blood experiments turns the tables on the DWMA crew assembled there when Soul succumbs to the madness! What revelations await him while he's trapped in the Black Room?! Soon the group are hot on the trail of the madness and mayhem Crona has been leaving in their wake, but when the two parties eventually meet, will there be anything left of the friend Maka cherishes?
"With Doctor Stein unable to carry on, Maka, Kid, and Black*Star enter the magnetic field to take up the mission and locate the tempestuous demon tool known as 'Brew.' Time is quickly running out as the three face off against Mosquito, struggling to harmonize their wavelengths within the magnetized vortex. They'll be lucky to escape with their lives, let alone the demon tool!"--Provided by publisher.
A doting mother and her two beloved sons, one of whom she thinks is probably gay, go about their daily lives in this hilarious and heartwarming LGBTQIA+-friendly family comedy!
Manga format; reads from back to front, right to left.
"Tsugumi and her pair of potential partners enjoy a girls' day out at the local Death Bazaar...until Eternal Feather, their friend and mentor, begins to attack innocent shoppers! Who is the mysterious witch behind the recent string of violent outbursts? And what is she plotting for Halloween, when Tsugumi must choose either Meme or Anya to be her official Meister?"--Provided by publisher.
The second volume of a two-volume set of the official art books for the global hit game Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker, featuring hundreds of pages of full-color art and an exclusive item code! (NOTE: E-book edition does not include item code.)Featuring roughly 800 pieces of artwork created during the development of the critically acclaimed Endwalker expansion, The Art of Resurrection –Beyond the Veil– is a visual feast for players and fans of Final Fantasy XIV! This deluxe, large-format volume covers content through Patch 6.5, including Myths of the Realm, Pandæmonium, and Island Sanctuary. It also features detailed illustrations of characters, equipment, dungeons, trials, and more across hundreds of pages. Volume two of a two-volume set with The Art of Resurrection –Among the Stars–.Includes an exclusive item code for a Zodiark Idol minion!The ninth volume in the line of Final Fantasy XIV official art books.
"Although the impromptu horror-game group cosplay came with a whole bunch of twists, from JuJu's surprise costume to Akira's rowdy outburst, one big revelation failed to make the highlight reel: Marin never told Wakana how she feels about him! Now with Winter Comiket and a complicated new cosplay on the horizon, the right moment seems even more elusive! But as Christmas cheer fills the air, could there be a more perfect time for a heartfelt confession of love?!"--Provided by publisher.
Maka's extraordinary powers of Soul Perception pinpoint the Kishin's hideout for DWMA, but getting there is an entirely different kettle of fish. Now it's up to Kid and the remaining Deathscythes to take out public enemy number the Kishin himself! But erstwhile Deathscythe Justin stands in their way, and while Dr. Stein is more than up to the task of taking him on, the intense madness in the air proves a boon for Justin and a great disadvantage for Stein, who has hovered near the edge of madness his whole life. Has the strongest Meister ever produced by DWMA finally met his match?
"In this action-packed dark fantasy, humanity lives under the threat of annihilation by immensely powerful dragons. The dragon hunter Ragna embarks on a revenge-fueled quest to eliminate that threat once and for all! Armed with knowledge of the future, Ragna joins the Solarian Church in a bid to prevent its imminent collapse. But his behavior soon incurs the wrath of his new comrades, including a young girl destined to become his mentor and a rambunctious saint who's hungry for a fight. Meanwhile, on a faraway island, three of the most fearsome dragons alive gather to discuss their next move!"--
"An overworked salaryman and a mischievous cashier with a dual personality form an unexpected bond in this sweet-and-sour comedy! As the end of the year approaches, Yamada feels blindsided by a coworker's claim that Sasaki is a married man! Naturally, misunderstandings ensue. Later, on Christmas Eve, Sasaki has a chance encounter with a super-shy supermarket employee. And as the new year begins, Sasaki receives a message that shakes up the smoking buddies' relationship again..."--
"Can one would-be villainess fend off multiple handsome suitors' advances to simply live a peaceful life? Or will the game force a happy ending no matter what? After being reborn as the villainess of a romance game, Luciana is determined to steer clear of romantic entanglements and the calamity they're certain to bring. Fate, however, has other plans. Now, everyone thinks she possesses incredible magical powers, and to make matters worse, she might have been put under an enchantment without even realizing it. Cue the irresistible Louis, the kingdom's sole master of enthrallment magic, who must evaluate her powers. And just when she thought things couldn't get crazier ing, aristocratic Lakas confesses that thoughts of Luciana consume his every waking moment. Being an ordinary villainess was never meant to be this wild!"--
"The birds are chirping, the sun is laughing... It's a beautiful day in Death City, Nevada, and fourteen-year-old Tsugumi Harudori is off to enroll at Death Weapon Meister Academy! But before she can become a rich and famous hero, she'll have to find a trusty partner (or two) who can wield her! The saga of the Meisters and their Weapons takes on a whole new look in the gorgeous Soul Eater NOT!: The Perfect Edition! Dive into Tsugumi, Meme, and Anya's adventures in a unique larger format on high-end paper stock that maximizes the dynamic art of the series!"--
Puny and powerless after an unfortunate encounter with a magical girl, the Dark Realm’s Number Two has her work cut out for her in the world of humans!After a climactic battle against the mastermind behind the Dark Realm’s destruction, it seems the only remaining obstacle between the Great Jahy and restoring her home to its former glory…is herself!Determined to come clean, Jahy finally summons enough courage to confess the truth of her economic status to Druj. But will this tragic revelation prove to be the straw that breaks the proverbial camel’s back?Nevertheless, even when a former enemy vies for her boss’s attention, even when another ruckus threatens her beauty sleep, even when a luxurious new home brings new challenges, the Great Jahy will not be defeated!!
Manga format; reads from back to front, right to left.
"Sparks fly between the handsome descendant of a snow spirit and his oblivious crush in this coworkers-to-loveers romantic comedy! Modern-day snow spirit Himuro and his cool and self-possessed colleague Fuyutsuki decide to dress up together for the office's Halloween costume contest. Then, just when it seems like Fuyutsuki will never notice her own feelings for Himuro, a shopping trip with his younger sister acts as the trigger for her to finally have a realization! What will Fuyutsuki do now that she knows she sees Himuro as more than just a coworker?" -- Back cover.
Puny and powerless after an unfortunate encounter with a magical girl, the Dark Realm’s Number Two has her work cut out for her in the world of humans!With a significant war chest in her possession, the time is at last nigh for the Great Jahy to leave behind the humiliation of toiling for a mere mortal...and build a business enterprise of her own!Just when the soon-to-be former waitress breaks the news to her boss, though, a mysterious light appears, threatening all in the human world that Jahy has come to hold dear!But even when she’s forced to ask her masochistic minion for help, even when she’s belittled at the local festival, even when she’s suddenly embroiled in a battle with serious stakes, the Great Jahy will not be defeated!!
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