Dandadan, Vol. 13

Dandadan, Vol. 13, continues the thrilling and humorous graphic novel series about high schoolers Momo Ayase and Ken 'Okarun' Takakura. Momo believes in ghosts, Okarun in aliens, and their bet to prove each other wrong plunges them into a world of paranormal battles. This volume specifically delves into the past of Vamola, a Sumerian alien, as Momo and her allies confront formidable extraterrestrial enemies. The series blends action, romantic comedy, and supernatural thriller elements, exploring themes of courage, friendship, and self-discovery amidst quirky, fast-paced adventures. Parents should note the series contains mature humor and action sequences suitable for older teens.

A nerd must fight powerful spirits and aliens all vying for the secret power of his “family jewel,” so who better to fight alongside him than his high school crush and a spirit granny?! Momo Ayase and Okarun are on opposite sides of the paranormal spectrum regarding what they’ll believe in and what they won’t. Their quest to prove each other wrong leads them down a path of secret crushes and paranormal battles they’ll have to participate in to believe! It is revealed that Vamola, the girl found inside the kaiju suit, is actually a member of the once thriving Sumerian race from deep space! Unfortunately, her home world was attacked by the aliens presently targeting Earth, leaving her people scattered. She herself had been forced to plot her escape from the planet with a group of other women—including Banga, who found her as a child and raised her. Now, having learned of Vamola’s past, Momo and the others rise to action, but the aliens they face are a formidable enemy.