TOWER OF THE FUTURE (2025)

"Written and illustrated by Hiwatari Saki CMX. Matsuyuki Takeru could not have anticipated the decidedly different turn his life has taken. After his mother's death, life continued at a reasonably normal pace - he studied hard for exams, played fantasy role-playing games, even fell in love. But things began to change when he discovered a half-sister he didn't know about. A strange boy started appearing, claiming to be a warrior reborn who must fight an epic battle against forces of evil! When fantasy becomes reality, will every choice he makes affect the outcome? "

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. From the legendary creator of the acclaimed Please Save My Earth! When harsh reality comes crashing down on Takeru, his fantasy world will help him put the pieces back together. Still shocked by his mother's deathbed revelation, Takeru puts aside his anger and shame to grant her final wish. He agrees to allow Hyoju, the once-secret daughter of his father's first relationship, to come live with them. But only-child Takeru has a lot to learn when it comes to making room for the newest member of his family. "

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Get hooked on this hypnotic series from the legendary creator of Please Save My Earth! Takeru Matsuyuki always longed for his life to be more like his beloved fantasy role-playing games. But when fantasy becomes reality, every choice you make affects the outcome. Takeru has finally confessed his love to Ichigo. And although she likes what she hears, she still has feelings for her old boyfriend who happens to be dating Takeru's old girlfriend Miyabi. But could Miyabi be using him just to make Takeru jealous? Any one of their next moves could lead to heartbreak."

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Takeru's budding relationship with Ichigo gets the approval of Takeru's half-sister, Hyoju. But there's a very imposing competitor for Ichigo's affections, and Takeru might just need the powers of his fantasy-world heroes to compete with this unusual and intimidating rival. And just when Takeru thinks he's getting a handle on Zen, new complications increase the mystery surrounding the strange little boy."

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Takeru knows that his girlfriend's brother is infected by the mysterious entity Noize. Takeru is determined to protect Ichigo with his own hands, but who is watching out for him? Zen's older sister reveals the relationship between their family and Noize, but the omnipotent Noize is, as always, listening - and doesn't like what it hears! Advance-solicited; on sale November 1 5' x 7.375' • 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. While crossing a bridge, Takeru, his girlfriend Ichigo and his buddy Kouki vanish into thin air - leaving Kouki's little brother the only witness. Their mother doesn't believe his story, but certain other parties do. Did the mysterious Hijiri provoke Takeru to find and climb 'The Tower?' Right now, all Takeru cares about is figuring out where he is and how he's going to get back. Advance-solicited; on sale March 21 • 5' x 7.375' 176 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Trapped 14 years in the past, Takeru and friends try to figure out how they got there and how they are going to get back. They don't know that a coworker saw them disappear and he's told Takeru's half-sister Hyouju about it. Now she's teaming up with Ichigo's brother to try and solve the mystery. But is there anything they can do to help? Advance-solicited; on sale June 20 • 5' x 7.375' 180 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Still trapped in the past, Takeru and friends find and confront Jin, head of the Hokuouin household - the group that has been persuading Takeru only they know his real destiny. Will Takeru finally learn the truth? Then get a glimpse into the not too distant future, where Takeru is working as . . . a fashion model?!"

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Takeru's girlfriend Ichigo has discovered that his friend Kouki is dating the beautiful Yoruko, but she has reason to believe Kouki might be using her and she wants to get to the bottom of it. She cooks up a double date that starts innocently enough - until some members of the mysterious Hoku'itsu clan begin to follow the companions around. "

"Written and illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. One of the Seven Stars of the Hoku'itsu shows himself in Takeru's classroom! His goal: unleash the memories of the ancient monk Hotsuma, locked deep inside Takeru's head. This leads Takeru to climb the 'Tower' once more, making another leap through space and time. At his final destination, he confronts the Master of the Seven Stars and learns of this mysterious figure's own tragic story. Advance-solicited; on sale March 26"

"Written and Illustrated by Saki Hiwatari CMX. Final volume. Inside the Tower, Takeru, his girlfriend Ichigo, and the boy named Zen face off against The Master of the Seven Stars, who is still in possession of Takeru's friend, Noda. Through the ages, The Master has continually battled with Hotsuma, the monk who knows the Master's weakness and who is now reincarnated as Takeru. The struggle between these ancient foes reaches its conclusion in this emotional finale! Advance-solicited; on sale June 25 • 5' x 7.375' • 192 pg, B&W $9.99 US • TEEN "