Alice Academy

Alice Academy, published by Carlsen Comics in Germany from 2006 to 2013, is a 18-issue manga series set in a mysterious boarding school where students possess unique, secret abilities known as "Alices." The story follows a young girl who enters this hidden academy to be near her best friend, only to discover the dangerous politics and emotional trials that come with these powers. Written and illustrated by Tachibana Higuchi, the series is a beloved blend of school-life drama, romance, and supernatural intrigue, notable for its nuanced character development and exploration of friendship and sacrifice. It stands as a key import title that helped introduce German readers to the emotional depth of shōjo manga.