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Ashley is a vampire who has lived a long and eternal life. To ease the loneliness of his immortal existence, he travels around the world with his attendant doll, Noel, on a quest to find a lover. The story follows this mismatched pair as they visit various locations, encountering a wide range of mythical beings and creatures, such as mermaids, nightmares, and spirits, who become potential candidates for Ashley’s affection.

The primary characters are Ashley, a self-absorbed and perverted vampire with a masochistic and narcissistic streak, and Noel, the doll he created. Noel is Ashley’s servant but is deeply cynical, possessing a sharp and sadistic tongue that shows little respect for his master, often treating him as garbage. Their dynamic forms the core of the narrative, resembling a comedic duo or manzai act, where Ashley’s delusional romantic pursuits are met with Noel’s brutal and witty criticisms.

While the art is noted for its beautiful, delicate, and aesthetic style, the tone is predominantly a dark gag comedy. The story is structured as a series of episodic adventures where Ashley’s attempts to find a partner consistently end in failure, often due to his own absurd personality or the intervention of the other beings they meet, leading to cynical and surreal humor. A notable narrative arc involves Ashley dealing with the profound loneliness of his eternal life. Despite the cynical comedy, there are moments that explore the bond between the master and his doll, revealing a more sorrowful and serious layer beneath the jokes, suggesting that the doll might be the only one who truly stays by his side.
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Nightmare Catalog
Type: Manga
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Ghost Stories
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  • Story & Art
    Ouji Yukimichi