Aria the Scarlet Ammo

Welcome to a near-future world where elite students at a specialized high school are trained as "Butei"—armed detectives who tackle everything from violent crime to national security threats. Among them is Kinji Toyama, a young man who desires a more ordinary life, but whose unique, latent ability, "Hysteria Mode," complicates his aspirations. This powerful state significantly enhances his physical and mental capabilities, albeit in rather inconvenient, and often embarrassing, circumstances. Kinji's hopes for a quiet academic career are shattered when he crosses paths with Aria H. Kanzaki, a formidable Butei of S-rank proficiency. Known for her exceptional combat skills and unwavering determination, Aria is on a mission to clear her mother's name, and she sees Kinji's unusual talents as key to her success. Forced into an unlikely partnership, these two disparate personalities must navigate dangerous assignments, intense rivalries, and the unpredictable nature of Kinji's powers, all while uncovering the deeper conspiracies that threaten their world.

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