Subete no Jinrui wo Hakai suru. Sorera wa Saisei Dekinai.

Hajime Kano is a self-proclaimed geek attending Tokiwagi Middle School, and no matter how hard he tries, he constantly finds himself overshadowed by Emi Sawatari. As the school’s most popular honor student, Emi effortlessly claims first place in every academic pursuit, leaving Hajime perpetually stuck in second. Their dynamic seems set in stone until a casual outing disrupts the status quo. When Hajime decides to visit a newly opened game store he has been hearing rumors about, he unexpectedly crosses paths with his rival, sparking a shift in their relationship that neither could have anticipated. Set during the formative years of Magic: The Gathering, the story explores how a revolutionary trading card game captivated an entire generation and forged lasting connections between unlikely friends. What begins as a one-sided academic rivalry gradually transforms into a shared passion, as both students navigate the thrill of competitive play and the vibrant community surrounding the cards. This nostalgic journey captures the excitement of a cultural phenomenon through the eyes of two middle schoolers discovering their true potential. Recognized for its compelling storytelling, the series earned sixteenth place in the Manga Category at the Tsugimanga 2020 Awards.