月刊電撃コミックガオ! [Gekkan Dengeki Komikku Gao! / Monthly Dengeki Comic Gao!]

Published by MediaWorks from 1992 to 2008, Monthly Dengeki Comic Gao! was a pioneering Japanese manga anthology that helped define the late-'90s and early-2000s otaku culture. Known for serializing hit series like Azumanga Daioh and Aria, the magazine blended slice-of-life comedy, fantasy, and sci-fi with a distinctive focus on "moe" and female-led stories. Though its run ended in 2008, it remains a touchstone for fans of the era's beloved manga, celebrated for launching enduring franchises and nurturing a generation of influential creators.