Exile No. 239: thirty-something, male omega, first degree felon. One day, he comes home to find the alpha girl Yasha sleeping in his bed.... more>>

The unwholesome love story of a bashful tyrant girl and a listless young man. <<less

Toru lost his most of his memory in an accident. He can’t remember anything that happened from the past six years. But with time, yet... more>> he struggles, he slowly recovers his memory. He feels as if he is a different person now, and he hates “the other guy” – the “himself” from six years ago… And thinking, Fujishima was his friend, felt like he was being watched over like a guardian angel but in the end he’s betrayed. Miserable and emotionally drained, Toru is trying not to relive in the shadow of his past. He is trying to move on with his new life… but harder he tries, he finds himself being pulled in by Fujishima. <<less

Reina Kamisu is a friend of loners, a slayer of families, a savior of worlds, and a killer of lovers—and she is absurdly beautiful. Who is she and what are her intentions? The search for her true identity begins with Fumi Saito, a lonely girl student whose only friend and support in life is Reina, as she is accused of things she did not do…... more>>

This is a story of delusions, despair and destructive beauty.

The series consists of two volumes titled “Kamisu Reina wa Koko ni Iru” (Kamisu Reina Is Here) and “Kamisu Reina wa Koko ni Chiru” (Kamisu Reina Disperses Here). <<less

Kara no Kyoukai is a series of stories written by Kinoko Nasu with illustrations by Takashi Takeuchi.... more>>

The first five chapters were posted online on Nasu and Takeuchi's dojin website "Takebouki" starting Oct 1998, and the last two chapters being released at Comiket 56 in 1999. In 2001, part of the story was included in "Tsukihime PLUS-DISK," created by TYPE-MOON, the doujin circle Nasu and Takeuchi joined. The story gained huge popularity, and the doujinshi edition of the stories saw release on December 30, 2001 at Comiket 61.

Note; The cover image is from The Garden of Sinners non-novel volume 1 edition published in 2004. <<less

Maria Lunalady Blackhazel is a beautiful genius with heterochromatic eyes. Oh, that and she’s also the leader of a ruthless, multinational private military company that brings forth chaos and destruction. Known as the “Princess of Pure Darkness” around the world, she’s the subject of many people’s admiration, hatred and fear. But to the main character Siyoung, he’s an irrelevant person living in a completely different world. That is, until one day she suddenly shows up and kisses him.... more>>

“I wanted to see you, Onii-sama…”

And just like that, Siyoung was given the world’s greatest little sister. <<less

Utsuro no Hako to Zero no Maria, or The Empty Box and the Zeroth Maria, tells the sinister story of Kazuki Hoshino, who is almost madly attached to his everyday life, and his antagonist Aya Otonashi, who suddenly transfers into his class—for the 13,118th time. She majestically announces to “break” him, without paying heed to anyone else around them.... more>>

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This is but the start of a dark roller coaster ride that turns the two against themselves, the people around them and the one who may be god. Read on as their relationship slowly changes as they go against their most basic values in their struggle against the world itself. <<less

On the outskirts of the Pleasure City of Midas lies the Ceres special autonomous area, commonly known as the slums. Gang leader Riki, looking for an easy pocket to pick in the nightlife districts, gets caught red-handed…by none other than one of the highest-ranking, golden-haired android elites ruling from the capital Tanagura: the “Blondy” Iason Mink!
By all rights, a Blondy standing at the pinnacle of aristocracy and a slummer should have never crossed paths—their chance encounter marks the beginning of a love twisted by obsession, soon spiraling into a karmic chain of events...... more>>

⬇️ //// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////
⬇️ //// About the English translation ////
⬇️ //// Current translation status ////
⬇️ //// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

//// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////

Originally serialized in the bimonthly magazine Shosetsu June (小説ジュネ) spanning six chapters from December 1986 to October 1987, the novel was released with minor revisions into a hardcover edition in 1990.
This first version of the story received a two-episode/OVA anime adaptation in 1992 and 1994.

Between the years 2001 and 2007, the original story was greatly expanded upon and released in six paperback volumes. After a change of Japanese publisher, two more volumes were released between 2009 and 2010, completing the series (the six aforementioned volumes were released as volumes 1-4 in the newest Japanese edition).
This second version of the story was meant to be adapted into a twelve-episode OVA anime—initially planned to release in 2010—but was postponed to 2012, only to be discontinued after the fourth episode’s release.

//// About the English translation ////

The English paperback expanded edition is made up of eight volumes: the six first volumes (Seibido/Crystal edition) + the two later volumes (#7 and #8 in English, but #5 and #6 in the newest Tokuma/Chara edition).
The change in Japanese publisher led to a change in translator for the English edition between vol1 to 6 and vol7 to 8: it is highly recommended to read the fan translations of #7 and #8 as opposed to reading the licensed edition, due to the massive loss in translation (expect a 50% word count difference between the two).

//// Current translation status of the different editions of the novel (as of April 20th, 2024) ////

. Shosetsu June edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation.
. 1990 hardcover edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation. An older fan translation had 4/6 chapters translated but the project was dropped.
. 2000’s expanded edition, English licensed: fully translated, complete.

//// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

– The Shosetsu June story was adapted into a drama cassette and a drama CD (Dark Erogenous).
– The expanded story was adapted into three drama CDs (Destiny, Nightmare, Resonance)
– A prequel called Midnight Illusion was serialized in Shosetsu June between December 1992 and April 1993, and released as a hardcover in 1996. 3/6 chapters have been fan-translated into English.
– The 5 side stories have all been fan-translated into English (Kizu/Wound, File-0, Cal’s Sighs, Musk, Illusion Night) and are based on the expanded version of the novel.

Look up online “Ai no Kusabi Master List LiveJournal” to find the links to all the material listed above and more.

[This page was updated as per an anon’s request, all credit goes to the AnK community where credit is due.] <<less

A freshman of Miyasaka High, Kurogane Taito was average at everything. And all this while, he had believed himself to be an ordinary regular guy. But, he was wrong. The reason was because of a certain event 9 years ago. For the sake of a promise he had made then, he had already stopped being ordinary a long time ago. However, not a single fragment of his memory about that promise remained. Who had stolen his memory and to what ends? One day, as a consequence of a certain event that had descended upon his ordinary life, his memories were restored. That marked the beginning of his “extraordinary” life... ... more>>

--- you’ve finally died. I’ve been long waiting for this day ---
I’ve always thought that I’m a supporting character in life.

My story.
I’ll “die 7 times” for your sake

Everything starts from that promise. A story of a reverse school fantasy! <<less

The series takes place in an indeterminate time in the future, 500 years after an apocalyptic war between all of Earth’s nations destroyed civilization, when humanity has reestablished itself. ... more>>

In this future world, the Roman Catholic Church has become a major military power, whose goals include the protection of humanity against the vampiric Methuselahs, who war upon humankind (or “Terrans,” as they call humans). Their seat of power is the Vatican, an attractive place with traditional European architecture; it is likely the same Vatican city in the real world (albeit perhaps rebuilt following the previous war).

The Methuselahs are themselves another major political and military force. Their capital of Byzantium (presumably built on the site of the real world’s Byzantium, now Istanbul) appears as an elegant metropolis, surrounded by a field of particles which filters out UV radiation, thus protecting the Methuselah population. <<less

Taking place in a futuristic city called Mardock City, Rune Ballot is a young prostitute who was taken in by the notorious gambler Shell Septinous.... more>> One night, Shell abandons Rune and attempts to mu*der her in an explosion. However, she is rescued and transformed into a cyborg by Dr. Easter. An Artificial intelligence in the form of a Mouse accompanies her to adapt to her new life. Rune is trained to use the advanced technology fitted on her to defend herself against Shell's attempts to have her killed to stop her from testifying against him. <<less

"Did you really think it was love, Mel? I thought you were at least a little smart. IIt was the day of his coronation, the day of his successful treason. The day the woman who had given everything was killed. If I could turn back time, I wouldn't care what happened to my life. As long as I can exact revenge on him, who killed me and my family, with the words 'I love you' still covering my eyes and ears. As long as I can save my husband, who died by my hands.... more>>

The day I realized that what had returned was the wedding of my past life, I made a contract with my husband. A promise to make you, the prince, the emperor without fail. 'But please, after you are crowned emperor, you must let me out of the palace." Revenge seemed to start smoothly at first glance. 'Can't I keep you by my side?' Until my husband, whom I met again, showed a completely different side from the past!

'I will try to become the man you want.' So, Amelia." The voice that used to sweetly stick to my ear gradually faded away. It secretly begged not to turn away from me as it dug into my ear. "Please allow me by your side." He gently lifted a handful of my hair, then, as if to assert, brought it to his lips and slowly kissed me without breaking our gaze. It was a dizzying gaze that made my whole body flush. "No matter what happens, I will never leave you." <<less

Aki Konishi, a normal office worker, is suddenly transported to another world after her sister is kidnapped by the Demon King. There, she encounters a... more>> handsome hero, a charming mage, and a beautiful young priest. As Aki gets involved in the battle between the hero and the Dark Lord, her ordinary life takes an unexpected turn. <<less

Fallen noble Elena is manipulated into secretly assuming the identity of Veronica, the deceased princess of the grand duchy. At first, Elena is dazzled by... more>> the royal life she always dreamed of, but when the real Veronica returns alive and well, Elena is mu*dered by those she once trusted. However, death isn’t the end of her story. Elena wakes up several years in the past with her memories intact. Her once-trusting heart has iced over, and she now has only one thing on her mind—revenge! <<less

I was suddenly transmigrated into a novel. ... more>>

A Grim, Dangerous Medieval Dark Fantasy Travelogue. <<less

"The Garden of utopia ” – it’s a dark fantasy 18-rated game.... more>>

The game is well-known for having only depressing ending with mu*der, s*avery, r*pe, cuckoldry, and other bad outcomes.

Outrageous antagonist characters plus overpowered back bosses. It is a romance action RPG with a hint of darkness even in the everyday life.

The story of growth through school life with an abundance of heroines, hidden heroines, and noisy friends is exciting, with a harem that is every man’s dream, a pure love ending, and different scenarios based on the gender of the protagonist. It is a rich story that is also packed with royal roads, such as a very high level heroine that appears by clearing all the scenarios and collecting events.

Shinzo Kariya broke up with his girlfriend the day before summer vacation. Brokenhearted, he spends his entire summer vacation playing “Garden of Utopia “.

As soon as he cleared the last event, he was overcome with sleepiness, and the next time he woke up, he was turned into a baby.

As he listens to the adults, he finds himself in the world of “Garden of Utopa ,” but what will he find in this world?

This is a story of the rebel who live in a dystopian world of love, power, and intrigue. <<less

Reborn into the wizarding world of Harry Potter and become a member of Ravenclaw.... more>>

By coincidence, he was forced to learn black magic.

There’s nothing wrong with black magic!

The power is great, the effect is peculiar, and it is not difficult to learn. As long as… can resist the temptation of the devil!

Well, I believe I will be able to resist! <<less

After the end of the world, the last man on Earth sat in his house. Suddenly, he heard the doorbell ring.

In the Japan of a 1000 years from now. A humanity that has acquired the telekinetic power called ‘Jyuryoku’, while terrified of the legendary abominations... more>> called ‘A’ki’ (Fiends) and ‘Gouma’ (Karmic Demons), has built a peaceful society. However, a group of children previously under the school’s strict control, as a result of violating a certain rule, have suddenly descended into a nightmare! The false peace crumbles away, as a fantastic archive tells them the truth of humanity’s bloodstained history!? <<less

For the Barrel is a novel ‘reinterpretation’ of Yoshiyuki Tomino’s original 1979 TV series Mobile Suit Gundam. The novel represents an alternative vision of the One Year War, with Ling A-bao (aka Amuro Ray) piloting the machining skin "Gunboy Wilbur” against the Zeon forces. The series was put as part of the Gundam metaseries and took place in an alternate interpretation of the Universal Century timeline. However, it has no relation or resemblance to any previous Gundam works.... more>>

Originally serialized in magazine Newtype, it was created to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the magazine. It’s since been relegated into the “black history” section of the Gundam pantheon, and has never been reprinted outside of the original magazine run, which has only added to its enigmatic status. <<less

A boy imprisoned in darkness meets the goddess of darkness. How will the boy respond to the question of the dark goddess...?????

Where the knight fled to, a strange forest and a man…

Abandoned by the Heavenly Gods, the forlorn Lord of Underworld dotes upon Prince Nashel, the posthumous child of the Queen Goddess.... more>>

Nonetheless, the now grown Nashel was plagued with complicated feelings toward the Lord who had (sexually) disciplined him.

The abhorrence of his lascivious upbringing, and the craving to possess the immense power of the Lord of Underworld.

Nashel’s actions, which fluctuate between love and hate, eventually lead to major turmoil…

What will be the outcome of the tricky father-son relationship that develops with the demons under his control and the Heavenly Gods? <<less

This is the story of a lonely young man.... more>>

This young man comes from wealth and prestige, is well-endowed in both appearance and temperament, is a warlord by profession, and has no unhealthy avocations. In the opening of this romance, he is in the course of performing military service in some desolate dump, making a living from pillaging neighbouring towns and moonlighting as an opium dealer. <<less

This story talks about Luo Xue who is rescued by the assassin group The door for Ghosts after being gangr*ped by the infamous 4 rich young masters of Jin City.... more>>

The novel portrays her journey to become a skilled assassin whilst falling in love with her shadow Xiao San.

(N.B. the ending was actually written by someone else because the author stopped suddenly and hasn’t touched it for about 11 years.) <<less

A mysterious natural phenomenon caused the Earth to be plunged into darkness. The world turned into endless bloody chaos and mankind is on the brink of extinction…... more>>

Chu Yun Sheng, an ordinary white-collar worker, discovered his family heirloom, a book, shining a bizarre light by accident. Out of curiosity, he tried to study the book.

After long research, he still only understood a few symbols written in the ancient book. However, he was shocked when he figured out what messages the ancient book tried to tell him: the sun will disappear, and humanity is doomed…

He tried to spread the message, but no one believed him; his family and friends even tried to take him to see the psychiatrist. Eventually, he gave up telling anyone but prepared for the apocalypse in secret.

Until one day — the sun really disappeared… <<less