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Alice in the Country of Clover: Cheshire Cat Waltz Vol 3[Seven Seas, 2012.11.14, $13.99] Clover no Kuni no Alice - Cheshire Neko to Waltz The follow-up to New York Times bestselling manga Alice in the Country of Hearts continues! Alice in the Country of Clover is an all-new manga series that reimagines Lewis Caroll’s Alice in Wonderland in a sly, sexy shoujo style. This new series is a follow-up to QuinRose’s bestselling Alice in the Country of Hearts, but can be read independently. Each new volume will be released in oversized editions that feature impressive artwork and color pin ups.

Angel Para Bellum Vol 2[Seven Seas, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Angel Para Bellum Hell's demons have attacked Mitsuru again and again - and now he wants to know why. His archangel protector Gabriel has answers for him, but a shocking revelation may shatter their bond of friendship forever. Meanwhile, Gabriel's partner Azrael goes on a mission to assassinate the Alpha, the leader of the demon organization that hunts Mitsuru. When the mission goes awry, Azrael must escape a horde of angry demons ready to send her back to heaven in a body bag.

Animal Land Vol 6[Kodansha USA, 2012.11.13, $10.99] Doubutsu no Kuni Orphaned after her parents were killed by Lynxes, Monoko is the only tanuki (raccoon dog) in her village without a family, until she finds a human baby in a river. In Animal Land, a world inhabited solely by animals, this human child is a mystery. This baby is Monoko's only chance at having a family and she is determined to raise the human child as her own. Animal Land is a quirky story about Monoko and the mysterious human baby.

Bokurano: Ours Vol 7[Viz, 2012.11.20, $12.99] Bokurano Komo's battle takes a shocking turn when the enemy pilot flees for his life... and then comes out of hiding where nobody would have expected. Anko's battle begins not long after, but this time, the entire world is watching. A broadcast crew from her father's TV news show comes along for the ride, letting the secret of Zearth out for good.

Book of Five Rings[Kodansha USA, 2012.11.13, $14.95] Hagakure: The Code of the Samurai This manga version of The Book of Five Rings, the iconic book of confrontation and victory by the famed 17th-century duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi, reinvigorates the classic, making it more accessible and appealing to a wide audience. With atmospheric drawings and an abridged text adapted from William Scott Wilson's fine translation, the text comes alive both as a guide to swordsmanship and strategy, and as a view into Musashi's world. Written not only for martial artists but for anyone who wants to apply the timeless principles of this text to their lives.

Haganai: I Don't Have Many Friends Vol. 1[Seven Seas, 2012.11.14, $12.99] Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai Recent high school transfer student Hasegawa Kodaka is pathetically inept at making friends. When he comes across the brash loner Mikazuki Yozora, who typically chats with her imaginary friend, the two outsiders become the unlikeliest of allies. Realizing that they have no hope of a normal social life, the two outcasts decide to form a group called "The Neighbor's Club" in order to make friends and maybe even learn a thing or two about social skills. As luck will have it, five new members join the club who are even more socially awkward than they. Will these misfits ever make normal friends, or are they all doomed to social failure? A wild and offbeat comedy about social outcasts who are obsessed with fandom.

Hentai Prince and The Stony Cat Vol 1[Digital Manga, 2012.11.13, $12.95] Hentai Ouji to Warawanai Neko Yokodera Youto is a boy from a local school academy whose mind is focused on his "carnal desires" - the only problem is that no one recognizes him for the pervert he is! When he hears an urban legend about a stony cat statue that can grant his wishes, he prays that he'll be able to speak his perverted mind wherever and whenever he needs to. Just wait and see how this stony cat grants his wish!

Honey Smile[Digital Manga, 2012.10.31, $12.95] Honey*Smile You can never get enough of a precious person's smile. Takizawa is a dissatisfied lawyer who deals with juvenile delinquents. He has a job, money, "playmates", and yet he's still dogged by the feeling that his life just isn't fulfilling. Then one day a young part-timer invites Takizawa to lunch, and with each meal his heart begins to soften. Honey*Smile is the love story of a world-weary man and a former juvenile delinquent that transcends their differing ages.

Love Hina (Omnibus Kodansha Ed) Vol 4[Kodansha USA, 2012.11.13, $19.99] Love Hina When Keitaro Urashima fails his entrance exams to get into Tokyo University for the second time, he's officially an unemployed and uneducated slacker. To make things worse, his parents have kicked him out of his house. Fortunately, his grandmother owns the fabulous Hinata Lodge and has agreed to take Keitaro in as caretaker. What he doesn't know is that the lodge is actually a girl's dorm and he's the only guy around! Most guys would kill to live with five sexy ladies, but if Keitaro's not careful, this job will kill him.

Lovephobia Vol 2[Digital Manga, 2012.11.23, $12.95] Lovephobia When shy Ako finds her family brutally slain, she can't help but freeze in fear at the sight of blood-thirsty vampire Kou! But when Kou's bite yields a surprising rush of pleasure, he decides to take the timid girl back to his lair and make her his servant. Now Ako wanders the city streets in a daze, thirsting for warm, sweet blood... Can a young girl learn to wield her strange power in the face of a legendary coven? And will her own flesh and blood help her find her way back home?

Miles Edgeworth Ace Attorney Vol 3[Kodansha USA, 2012.11.13, $10.99] Gyakuten Kenji Miles Edgeworth is a long-time friend of ace attorney Phoenix Wright, and they were rivals in their early days as lawyers. When Miles himself was accused of murder, Phoenix stepped in to defend him. Inspired by Phoenix, Miles rededicated himself to the pursuit of justice. Now Miles Edgeworth must uncover the clues in a series of murder investigations. Are they separate crimes, or is each a piece of a sinister puzzle?

Neon Genesis Evangelion Vol 13[Viz, 2012.11.06, $9.99] Shinseiki Evangelion And there appeared a great wonder in heaven; a woman clothed with the sun. The world hangs in the balance as Asuka fights to survive an onslaught of Evas determined to destroy her. Shinji rushes to help, but he may be too late. Deep inside the NERV command center, Dr. Ikari is about to set in motion the last act of the Instrumentality Project. Everything has gone according to Ikari's plans so far, but even he cannot foresee the role Shinji will play in determining the future!

Real Vol 11[Viz, 2012.11.20, $12.99] Real It's the big day for Nomiya, the tryouts for the Tokyo Lightnings professional basketball team. Nomiya's putting everything he's got into this moment, but will it be enough? Meanwhile, Takahashi is finally reaching a new stage in his rehabilitation, and a glimmer of his former life is coming back... in the form of wheelchair basketball.

Saturn Apartments Vol 6[Viz, 2012.11.20, $12.99] Dosei Mansion Living isn't easy in the lower levels of the Ring System, a floating civilization constructed when Earth was abandoned as a nature preserve. Sixteen-year-old Mitsu got a job washing windows for the wealthy residents of the upper levels after his father, also a window washer, fell from his tether. Now Mitsu's been asked to man an illegal craft that's descending to the surface of the earth. But it seems everyone in this divided society has a secret agenda. Mitsu alone must decide if he's ready to take the journey of a lifetime...

Thermae Romae Vol 1[Yen Press, 2012.11.21, $34.99] Thermae Romae When Roman architect Lucius is criticized for his "outdated" thermae designs, he retreats to the local bath to collect his thoughts. Slipping deeper into the warm water, Lucius is suddenly caught in the suction and dragged through the drainage at the bottom of the bath! He emerges coughing and sputtering amid a group of strange-looking foreigners with the most peculiar bathhouse customs - over 1,500 years in the future in modern-day Japan! His contemporaries wanted him to modernize, and so, borrowing the customs of these mysterious bath-loving people, Lucius opens what quickly becomes the most popular new bathhouse in Rome - Thermae Romae!

Trigun Maximum Omnibus Vol 1[Dark Horse, 2012.11.21, $19.99] Trigun Vash the Stampede, the galaxy's deadliest gunslinger, emerges after two years in hiding to help his beleaguered desert homeworld, Gunsmoke. But the Stampede's many enemies have kept their motors, and they're back on his trail and determined to bring Vash to ground-hard! And a new crowd of bounty hunters, badasses, and brain-cases are also looking to cash in the astronomical price on his head! Trigun Maximum Omnibus presents Nightow's Trigun series in value-priced editions of well over 500 story pages! Contain Trigun Maximum volumes 1-3.

X (Omnibus 3-in-1 ed) vol 4[Viz, 2012.11.20, $19.99] X Kamui and Fuma have made their decisions and chosen their sides, but at an appalling cost. A traumatized Kamui needs the kind of healing that only a powerful psychic can provide. He goes to visit the seer Hinoto, and although her visions bring him clarity, they also unearth painful memories from deep within his past. Fortunately, there's time for reflection as both sides of the conflict regroup: Kamui and other Dragons of Heaven attend school at CLAMP Academy, while Fuma finds his place among the Dragons of Earth.

Young Miss Holmes Casebook 3-4[Seven Seas, 2012.11.14, $16.99] Christie High Tension Christie Holmes is a prodigy. At ten years old, she's as familiar with the sciences and classics as any student at Oxford, Cambridge, or Trinity. And her faculty with logic is reminiscent of her uncle, the eminent Sherlock Holmes himself. Along with her giant hound Nelson, Christie's implacable curiosity leads her from one dangerous adventure to another, often joining forces with Uncle Sherlock and Dr. Watson on their investigations.

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From the anime ‘Haiyore! Nyaruko-san’ comes a figma of Nyaruko herself!

• Using the smooth yet posable joints of figma, you can act out a variety of different scenes.
• A flexible plastic is used for important areas, allowing proportions to be kept without compromising posability.
• She comes with three expressions including her popular shouting face, an adorable winking face and a grinning face for all of her cunning plotting.
• Two of the Space C.Q.Cs that she uses in combat are also included – the ‘hard-to-describe crowbar-like thingy’ and the ‘unholy hand grenade’.
  An articulated figma stand is included, which allows various poses to be taken.

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07 Ghost vol 1[Viz, 2012.11.14, $9.99] 07 Ghost All Teito Klein wants is to forget his murky past as an orphan and slave and to graduate from Barsburg's military academy with his best friend Mikage. But when an overheard state secret triggers treasonous memories, he's forced to flee from the very empire he once sought to defend!

Bad Teacher's Equation vol 5[Digital Manga, 2012.11.14, $19.95] Kusatta Kyoushi no Houteishiki Atsushi's growing up faster than anyone can believe! What happened to the sweet, determined boy who'd do anything to catch the eye of his one-and-only? With college now rapidly approaching, he's got one last chance to make his heart's deepest desires known. Will he get the gorgeous graduation gift he's always wanted?

Bunny Drop vol 7[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $13.99] Usagi Drop Going home for his grandfather's funeral, 30-year-old bachelor Daikichi is floored to discover that the old man had an illegitimate child with a younger lover! The rest of his family is equally shocked and embarrassed by this surprise development, and not one of them wants anything to do with the silent little girl, Rin. In a fit of angry spontaneity, Daikichi decides to take her in himself! But will living with this overgrown teenager of man help Rin come out of her shell?

Cross Game vol 8[Viz, 2012.11.14, $14.99] Cross Game The Seishu Gakuen baseball team is one win away from fulfilling Wakaba's final dream of seeing Ko pitch in front of a packed crowd at Koshien. But they'll have to beat powerhouse Ryuou Gakuin in the North Tokyo Tournament finals in order to get there. Meanwhile, Akane Takigawa's health takes a turn for the worse, and she's scheduled to have surgery... on the day of the big game.

Excel Saga vol 24[Viz, 2012.11.14, $9.99] Excel Saga Excel cannot long survive in the artificial body of Isshiki; the tragedy is that she has no incentive to leave it, as she’s finally the faultless servant of Lord Il Palazzo she’s dreamed of being. By contrast, Iwata seems to have made a recovery under Matsuya’s care - but in coming back to his old self, he tells her secrets beyond what a lover would. And Miwa makes her next move by revealing a few things her son has kept to himself. They say a little knowledge is dangerous - and if it’s in the hands of Umi...?

Inu Yasha (VizBig Ed) vol 13[Viz, 2012.11.14, $17.99] Inu Yasha To get the drop on Naraku, Kohaku hides the fact that he has recovered his memory. But can he handle the knowledge of the evil he has committed while in Naraku's thrall...? When Inuyasha and his allies become locked in combat with Hakudoshi, their erstwhile enemy Kagura fights by Inuyasha's side. Can she be trusted...? Then, while Naraku and Midoriko seek to capture Koga and Kohaku and rip the Shikon Jewel shards out of their bodies, Inuyasha and the gang stumble across a sword with intriguing powers. Could this new weapon be the key to a definitive victory...?

Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi-chan vol 6[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Suzumiya Haruhi-chan no Yuuutsu As if he doesn't have enough to deal with during the day, Kyon's dreams are becoming a regular haunt for his SOS friends! Once again, lucky(?) omens hawk, eggplant, and Mount Fuji (played respectively by Tsuruya, Nagato, and Koizumi) make an appearance, but their promises of fortune never seems to play out for Kyon. All he ever gets is more of Haruhi-chan's antics! You'll find plenty of gags and guffaws as Haruhi dives into the world of four-panel and short comics!

Missions of Love vol 01[Kodansha USA, 2012.11.14, $10.99] Watashi ni xx Shinasai! In school, Yukina is a cold and distant girl; Shigure is the most perfect, good-looking guy. But the two of them have a secret, and their extraordinary "love affair" is about to start! Yukina, under the pen name "Yupina," is actually a popular cell phone novelist. When she discovers Shigure's devious womanizing ways, she blackmails him to complete daring "missions of love" for her to write about. Will these missions give them an opportunity to fall in love with each other?

Nabari No Ou vol 12[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Nabari No Ou Apathetic schoolboy Miharu Rokujou is content to meander through life in the sleepy village of Banten. But his quiet existence is shattered when the Grey Wolves of Iga, a powerful ninja clan, attempt to kidnap him in broad daylight. Only then does Miharu discover that the ultimate power of the hidden ninja realm is sealed within his body. As battles erupt among rival ninja clans seeking to control him, Miharu must overcome his apathy and learn the ways of the ninja if he wants any shot at survival!

Neon Genesis Evangelion (3-in-1 Ed) vol 01[Viz, 2012.11.14, $19.99] Shinseiki Evangelion The manga adaptation of the landmark animated series that changed the mecha genre. Each volume contains three of the original graphic novels and includes pages of stunning, full-color art.

Omamori Himari vol 09[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Omamori Himari Severely allergic to felines, Yuuto Amakawa spends his mornings nursing a drippy nose courtesy of his friend Rinko's cat. But on his 16th birthday, it's not just Rinko's pet that's riling up his allergies (to say nothing of his hormones)! Appearing before him is Himari, a buxom, sword-wielding cat spirit in human guise, who has sworn to protect Yuuto, now the target of vengeful spirits! It's clear that Yuuto's allergies are the least of his problems - he's gonna need Himari's help if he wants to live to see his 17th birthday!

Rin-ne vol 10[Viz, 2012.11.14, $9.99] Kyoukai no Rinne The Shinigami Ageha caught more than she bargained for when she tried to set a trap for her troublesome Black Cat by Contract, Oboro. Now Rinne has to try and capture a giant mongoose spirit and settle Ageha and Oboro's contract dispute!

Secret Thorns[Digital Manga, 2012.11.14, $12.95] Himitsu no Toge Sly and sexy Hisahara is a hotshot writer who always runs the show! But what will happen when his ex-lover, the soft-spoken Uruno, signs on as his editor? Should the pair fan the flames they put out a year before...or leave the ashes alone?

Shoulder a Coffin Kuro vol 03[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Hitsugi Katsugi no Kuro - Kaichu Tabi no Wa With Nijuku and Sanju in tow, the road winds on for Kuro and Sen. During a lull en route, Kuro takes a turn down memory lane, revisiting an unfortunate incident during her early days as a traveler that resulted in her imprisonment! One by one, the secrets surrounding Kuro and her journey with Sen are disclosed - and the fate that Kuro will suffer should her quest fail is revealed!

Sleepless Nights[Digital Manga, 2012.11.14, $12.95] Nemurenu Yoru wa Dare no Sei Miyabi can't stand "homos", while Shuuhei is a gay man through and through. They first meet casually, but their second encounter is as roommates in a men's dorm? Miyabi find himself disgusted yet fascinated by the situation. Slowly the two become closer, and while their attraction is innocent, Miyabi can't bring himself to understand Shuuhei's philosophy that "love and sex are two different things"

Soul Eater Not vol 02[Yen Press, 2012.10.30, $11.99] Soul Eater Not Ding-dong! DEAD-dong! Class is about to start, and you don't want to be late on your first day of school! Join new student Tsugumi Harudori in the NOT class as Death Weapon Meister Academy, a school dedicated to training transforming Weapons like Tsugumi and the Meisters who wield them. Tsugumi is super-nervous about enrolling at DWMA - and even more nervous about choosing her partner!

Soul Eater vol 11[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $11.99] Soul Eater Maka is a weapon meister, determined to turn her partner, a living scythe named Soul Eater, into a powerful death scythe - the ultimate weapon of Death himself! Charged with the task of collecting and devouring the tainted souls of ninety-nine humans and one witch, Maka and her fellow meisters strive to master their weapons as they face off against the bizarre and dangerous minions of the underworld. But the meisters' own personal quirks may prove a bigger obstacle than any sultry enchantress!

Spice and Wolf vol 07[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $12.99] Ookami to Koushinryou As Lawrence and Holo put the final phase of their plan to extricate themselves from the jaws of financial ruin into motion, they are confronted by an unforeseen obstacle. With the wolves at the door - both figuratively and literally - can the travelers keep their wits about them and come out ahead of the pack?

Start With A Happy Ending vol 01[Digital Manga, 2012.11.14, $12.95] Happy End de Hajime You If you had 7 days to do whatever you wanted before your spirit is sent to heaven, what would you do? How about becoming a cat for 7 days..? Start With a Happy Ending is a heartfelt story about cats and the preciousness of life.

Umineko When They Cry Episode 1: Legend of the Golden Witch Vol 01[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $18.99] Umineko no Naku Koro ni Episode 1: Legend of the Golden Witch Each year, the Ushiromiya family gathers at the secluded mansion of its patriarch, the elderly Kinzo. It has been six years since Battler joined his cousins at the annual event, but their happy reunion is overshadowed by worsening weather and an eerie premonition from his youngest cousin. When their parents' conversation turns to the division of the inheritance upon Kinzo's imminent death, Battler and his cousins reminisce about the stories their parents teased them with as children-tales of the witch, Beatrice, who haunts the island's forest. But when people start dying unnatural deaths, Battler can't help but wonder.

Indignation of Haruhi Suzumiya (Haruhi Light Novel 8)[Yen Press, 2012.11.14, $15.99 (Hard Cover), $8.99 (Soft Cover)] Suzumiya Haruhi no Fungai Haruhi's escapades continue in two new short stories! In the first, "Editor in Chief," Haruhi must save the SOS Brigade from being disbanded by the school. She has to prove that they are a legitimate literature club by publishing a collection of essays and stories. Naturally, Haruhi takes charge as editor in chief. In "Wandering Shadow," Haruhi and the gang take on the spirit world when they investigate the haunting of a local dog walk. Will the group need to perform its first canine exorcism? Anything can happen when Haruhi is around!

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• Bleach Vol 48 [Viz Media] (#43)
• Bleach Vol 49 [Viz Media] (#44)
• Yu-Gi-Oh 5DS Vol 3 [Viz Media] (#61)
• Gantz Vol 25 [Dark Horse] (#80)

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Quoting from HobbyLink Japan:

Captured in an energetic instant by an excellent sculpt, Haruhi grabs the spotlight in her Goth Loli dress! The frills and black-and-white contrast make for a very stylish figure, and just so cute! A black oval stand is included.

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• Bleach Vol 39 [Viz Media] (#32)
• High School Of The Dead Vol 06 [Yen Press] (#48)
• Black Butler Vol 09 [Yen Press] (#52)
• Oh My Goddess! Vol 41 [Dark Horse] (#53)
• Gantz Vol 22 [Dark Horse] (#64)
• Rosario Vampire Season II Vol 08 [Viz Media] (#72)
• Bakuman Vol 10 [Viz Media](#80)
• Blue Exorcist Vol 07 [Viz Media] (#85)
• Naoki Urasawa’s 20th Century Boys Vol 20 [Viz Media] (#96)

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So… Can I have one yen?

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Otoyomegatari tells a warm story where everybody lives a happy life. Work and family are the center of the daily lifes of the characters. Being a story about brides, love is a recurring theme in the series, but it’s subtle, built slowly through the interaction of the characters. Take for example the twins, Layla and Leyli, a couple of whimsical teenagers eager to marry any handsome rich guys who could give them anything they want. But due to an agreement between their relatives, they are instead engaged to Falsami and Saamahn, their childhood friends. Frustrated and angry, they had to accept reality and date these boys. I enjoyed how the twins suddenly feel in love with their designated partners, as these boys were willing to go the extra mile to show the gals they were worthy companions.

The artwork is magnificent and full of details, no wonder it takes two months to see a new chapter. The very first page of the first chapter seems a statement of this:

The details of the clothing are superb. On the other hand, the artwork is not just for show, sometimes the autor let’s the story be told by itself without dialogues. In the first story, Amir is married to Karluk, but due to the age gap and the fact that they didn’t really know each other before getting married, she doesn’t seem to look at Karluk as someone close. However, after her family tries to cancel the wedding and get Amir back by force, Karluk fights back and protects his wife. Looking at how much he cares about her, Amir changes completely and now it looks shy and fidgety when he’s around. There’s no need for dialogues to show her feelings, most of the chapter she doesn’t say a word, but we can see her reactions. Even towards the end of the chapter, when Amir finally feels at ease with Karluk, the author closes the chapter with four pages without any dialogue at all, showing only how happy both of them look together.

A Bride’s Story is a superb manga that will make you feel better after reading it. It’s solid entertainment.

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