冒険王ビィト [Bōken Ō Bīto / Beet the Vandel Buster]

A shonen fantasy from Shueisha that ran from 2002 to 2006, Beet the Vandel Buster follows the young hero Beet as he strives to join the elite Vandel Busters—warriors who battle the monstrous Vandel. Published in 12 issues, the series is best remembered for its classic adventure spirit and the creative partnership of writer Riku Sanjo and artist Koji Inada, who brought a vibrant, action-packed world to life. It stands as a brisk, energetic entry in early-2000s manga, capturing the era's love for determined heroes and epic monster-fighting quests.