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Written by the legendary Naoki Urasawa, this story follows a group of friends who realize a cult leader is using a "Book of Prophecy" they wrote as children to destroy the world. 5. Sports (Spokon)

| If you want… | Anime | Manga | |----------------------------------|-------------------------------|--------------------------------| | Laugh-out-loud comedy | Spy x Family | Spy x Family | | Dark fantasy with gorgeous art | The Ancient Magus’ Bride | Witch Hat Atelier (no anime) | | Short and complete (under 30 eps)| Erased | Erased | | Epic world-building | One Piece (start with manga)| One Piece (faster pacing) | octokuro hentaied

The ultimate battle of wits. Genius high school student Light Yagami finds a notebook that kills anyone whose name is written in it. He decides to become the god of a new world by killing criminals, but he draws the attention of the equally brilliant detective L. Death Note is a tight, 37-episode sprint with no wasted moments. It is frequently the #1 recommendation for people who say "anime is for kids." Written by the legendary Naoki Urasawa, this story

If you want a series that keeps you guessing until the very last second. Genius high school student Light Yagami finds a

Yotsuba&! by Kiyohiko Azuma No anime needed (though there’s a cult following). Pure joy in 15 volumes—follow a green-haired kindergartener exploring everyday life. Perfect palate cleanser.

: A dark fantasy series where high schoolers use cursed energy to fight malevolent spirits.

For those who prefer a grittier tone and complex moral dilemmas.