"Maika Halfwolf has begun to unlock the mysteries of her past--but the challenges of the present are only growing. Maika's journey takes her to the neutral city of Pontus, where she hopes to find temporary refuge from her pursuers. Unfortunately, Pontus may not be as safe as Maika and her allies had hoped. As the impending war between humans and Arcanics creeps ever closer, and powerful players fight for the chance to control her future, Maika finds...

Stage magician Terry Ward must use his skills to survive in a world where magic rules.

Wheaton, Kansas seventh-grader Tucker MacBean loves comic books, so when his favorite comic has a contest to create a sidekick, he is hopeful that he can win, thereby fixing his struggling family.

Another ninja admirer challenges Kagetora for protectorship of Yuki; then, a visit from a childhood friend has Kagetora wondering which of the girls he really loves; and, finally, Yuki's father returns and puts Kagetora to the ultimate test.

On the world of Infinity Princess Sakura has become a Chess Master with her fellow travelers as chess pieces in a game rigged by the Mafia.

When second-grader Eugene's favorite comic book goes missing, he blames his best friend Charlie even though he has no evidence.