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.
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)!
"A loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy romcom! Ever since he got roped into helping Marin, Wakana has had his world and perceptions expanded by cosplay. In fact, it's even helped him find peace with himself! And that seems to be one of cosplay's superpowers, as Wakana and Marin discover at an Ikebukuro event. There, they meet crossplayer Amane and hear their cosplay origin story, which gives Marin the push she needs to decide on her next costume! Unfortunately for Wakana, getting the new outfit ready is going to be anything but easy..."--
A loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy romcom!Wakana has spent every summer vacation on his own...until now! With a friend like Marin at his side, he''s about to get a taste of everything summer has to offer and more—the pool, fireworks, extra homework…and of course, cosplay!Now that she''s crossed off bronzed fighter Veronica-tya from her to-do list, Marin has set her sights on a succubus from one of her favorite manga series! But when she picks out a questionable location for the photo shoot, Wakana''s the one about to be left red in the face and hot under the collar!
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 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.
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?
A loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy romcom!Traumatized by a childhood incident with a friend who took exception to his love of traditional dolls, doll-artisan hopeful Wakana Gojou passes his days as a loner, finding solace in the home ec room at his high school. To Wakana, people like beautiful Marin Kitagawa, a trendy girl who's always surrounded by a throng of friends, is practically an alien from another world. But when cheerful Marin--never one to be shy--spots Wakana sewing away one day after school, she barges in with the aim of roping her quiet classmante into her secret hobby: cosplay! Will Wakana's wounded heart be able to handle the invasion from this sexy alien?!
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?Reincarnated villainess Luciana finds herself under the influence of an enchantment spell! In search of answers, she and her brother Saphir attend an intimate soiree hosted by the Wisterias, a duke's clan exclusively gifted with the capacity for enchantment magic. Although she swore off romance with the game’s various love interests in order to avoid certain doom, Luciana seems to have captivated the attention of the kingdom’s most eligible bachelors!The three beautiful Wisteria brothers are only too eager to offer to help Luciana in whatever way they can, and jealous Lakas, the son of a duke himself, can’t help but question Luciana’s connection with Louis. It’s all a bit much for the once love-shy Luciana to handle!
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!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.
A loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy rom-com!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?!
"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!"--
"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!"--
Manga format; reads from back to front, right to left.
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!!
One evil supervillain spends most of his time hatching nefarious plots to take over the world—but on his days off, nothing gets between him and the cute pandas he adores! This fresh, charming comedy series answers the age-old question of what a villain does off the clock!The mysterious and dastardly man known only as the General within the evil organization plotting to take over the world is one of the top targets of Earth’s defensive unit, the Rangers. But on his precious days off, he’s more likely to be at the local zoo staring at his beloved pandas or trying out new ice cream flavors! Will his secret hobbies be jeopardized forever when his natural enemy—a Ranger hero out to save the Earth—catches him in the act?
This thrilling sci-fi/fantasy series welcomes you to Japan, a top-ten destination for extraterrestrials looking for refuge, relaxation, a good time, or just to raise a little hell!Join one unsuspecting Tokyoite as he discovers that intergalactic tourist relations can prove to be a lot more dangerous than they seem!Our intrepid hero-in-training, Akira Gunji, and his somewhat terrifying boss, Reiji Amamiya, drop in on a black market auction that deals in the illegal trade of extraterrestrial creatures. When Akira suffers a near-lethal attack by one of the aliens, Amamiya inscrutably leaves him for dead! Surely the calculating AMO head has some plan in mind...but that falls by the wayside when Amamiya catches a glimpse of what’s inside the alien creature. Whatever it is succeeds in igniting his fury and triggering painful memories...At long last, the spotlight of truth falls on the mysterious past that Amamiya and Akira’s father share!
"This thrilling sci-fi fantasy series welcomes you to Japan, a top ten destination for extraterrestrials looking for refuge, relaxation, a good time, or just to raise a little hell! Join one unsuspecting Tokyoite as he discovers that intergalactic tourist relations can prove to be a lot more dangerous than they seem! Akira's gig as an alien's bodyguard gets a lot harder when an intergalactic assassin attacks, putting his partner Sho in mortal danger. Akira will have to get over his nerves and summon every bit of courage he has inside him to stand up to an opponent he never, ever imagined he'd face! But he won't do it alone. The last person he expected to see suddenly shows up to save the day... As Sho's mysterious identity is finally revealed, secrets are about to come to light that will rock Akira to his core and shake the very foundation of space and time!"--Provided by publisher.
"High school first-year Akira finds out he's less ordinary than hethought when he's thrown into the elite and mysterious AMO, a secret police organization in charge of managing relations between aliens and humans on Earth!"--
"Shiny new high school first-year Akira is as ordinary as they come wkward, has terrible grades, and loves manga. In fact, the only thing that really sets him apart from his peers is his staunch determination to follow in his late father's footsteps as a police officer. But fate has its own plans for Akira. After witnessing a ferocious battle unfold between two strangers with unusual powers on the train--one of whom looks a lot like the tall, dark, and handsome kid in his grade--he finds himself kidnapped...by none other than an alien! And as if being thrust into the occasionally violent and always complicated relations between humans and aliens wasn't mind-boggling enough, nothing can prepare Akira for learning the truth about his beloved father"--
A boy with a bottomless stomach and a lonely widow with room at her dinner table serve up a heaping helping of secret happiness in this delightful foodie rom-com!As spring turns to summer, the most anticipated high school baseball championship—Koshien—awaits! With their eyes on the prize, Yamato and his team prepare for the qualifiers. And since an army marches on its stomach, Yamato's lucky to have Shuko and her cooking on his side!
Slime's up for one recently deceased middle-aged businessman! When the gods reincarnate him in another world as a boy with magical powers, he discovers that magically-tamed slime are an untapped natural resource!Upon his sudden death, middle-aged otaku businessman Ryoma Takebayashi finds himself in a curious situation. Three gods request his cooperation in their divine plot, which requires him to reincarnate in another world as a young boy! Equipped with magic, young Ryoma undertakes a carefree existence in the forest, leisurely learning more about his new abilities and surroundings. And when he encounters slimes like those in video games from his former life, Ryoma uses his newfound magical powers to get creative with his research! Will the gods get more than they bargained for in Ryoma?!
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