ヒロイン失格 [Heroine Shikkaku]

Hatori Nao's Heroine Shikkaku ran for ten issues in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret from 2010 to 2013, a sharp-tongued romantic comedy that redefined the "heroine" archetype. The series follows Hatori Nao, a girl who believes she's the destined lead in her own love story, only to have her assumptions upended by a new rival. With its wry humor and honest look at teenage jealousy and self-discovery, this short but impactful manga became a standout for its subversive take on shōjo conventions.