Oreimo: Kuroneko

In this 2015–2016 spin-off from Dark Horse, the focus shifts from the original Oreimo story to explore the world through the eyes of Kuroneko, the enigmatic gothic-loli friend of Kirino. Running six issues, the series delves into Kuroneko's home life, her friendship with the protagonist Kyousuke, and the quiet moments that define her character beyond her role in the main narrative. Written and illustrated by the original creator Tsukasa Fushimi and Hiro Kanzaki, this compact miniseries offers fans a deeper, more intimate look at one of the series' most popular characters, filling in gaps and expanding the emotional landscape without straying from the source material's tone.