Cupid is Struck by Lightning Vol. 1

A charming Boys’ Love manga about a cheerful matchmaker who falls hard for his kuudere senpai—from Minta Suzumaru, creator of I Didn't Mean to Fall in Love (also from Seven Seas)!

First-year high schooler Shingo is a one-man information network. For the right price (lunch, in most cases) he’ll find out whatever you want to know about your crush, using his top-notch conversational skills and easy-going nature. But Shingo meets his match in the handsome yet terrifying second-year Ao, a boy whose gloomy presence doesn’t hurt his popularity one bit. For some reason, Shingo gets tongue-tied around Ao, but when he uncovers a secret about the older boy—one that has something to do with the mysterious scar on his face—he notices his feelings begin to change.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Priced between €30-€50

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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs