Oricon (Japanese research organization) released its weekly Light Novel ranking for the week of 2024/10/07.
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Oricon Comic Ranking Summary

1st place: Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World Vol. 39

“I shall guide you myself... to Taigeta, where the Book of the Dead, the prized possession of the Great Library Pleiades, is stored.”

The battle against the Great Calamity that struck the Volakia Empire left an unhealed scar on Natsuki Subaru’s heart. As one by one, the companions raised their heads to face the dawn brought by the flames, the group finally returns to the familiar Kingdom of Lugunica.

Leaving the land of the Sword Wolf behind, Subaru and his companions return to the land of the Divine Dragon, but with no time to rest, they embark on their next adventure. This journey is meant to comfort the hearts of those from his homeland who are in despair. Once more crossing the sea of sand, Natsuki Subaru sets foot in the tower where the Sage has disappeared.

“I’m ready, Sensei... so that I can remain myself.”

The highly popular web novel, Act 39: Loss and Impulse — You are nowhere to be found anymore. That’s why I must...

2nd place: Novel: The Dangers in My Heart

The long-awaited novel adaptation of the mega-hit comic series with over 5.5 million copies sold!
The official novel of The Dangers in My Heart, fully supervised by Norio Sakurai, arrives from MF Bunko J! It includes untold episodes featuring Ichikawa, Yamada, their classmates, and even Yamada’s dad and mom! A must-read for all The Dangers in My Heart fans!

3rd place: The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten Vol. 10

TV Anime Season 2 Confirmed!
Winner of Five Titles in This Light Novel is Amazing! 2024 (published by Takarajimasha)!

As Mahiru’s birthday passes and winter break begins, the signs of Christmas are felt everywhere.
Since Mahiru never had a visit from Santa before, Amane schemes to give her the joy of waking up to presents.
Noticing that Mahiru secretly longs for memories from her childhood, Amane pours his love into her, fulfilling her heart.
Though now a couple, they continue to care deeply for each other and steadily nurture their relationship. However, as Amane begins to grow and attract more attention, an unexpected event occurs...
This is the sweet and heartwarming love story of a charming neighbor.

4th place: Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table Vol. 7

I was much stronger than before after I made up my mind.
Having finished my battle with the phantom and gained heightened senses, I, Yuuki, now live a peaceful player's life, easily handling sea battle games, haunted house games, and even minefield games with my newfound power.
However—whether it's due to my stormy destiny or the fact that I now have the leisure to observe the outside world—troubles start to arise outside the game.
At times, I receive a visit from a girl assassin; at times, my neighbor in the apartment is kidnapped; and at times, I get caught in a gang feud.
Can I overcome all of these challenges and continue to protect my peaceful life?
As I survive in this death game world, I continue living one day at a time.

5th place: The 8th Son? Are You Kidding Me! Misokkasu Vol. 3

The third volume is already here! Six episodes in total, featuring Therese's struggles and Lisa's school refusal issue!
The third volume of side stories, depicting the childhood and early days of Wendelin and his merry companions!
“A Common Story of a Noble’s Fifth Son”: What was the turning point that led young El to decide to become an adventurer...?
“The Overprotective Brother”: Haruka, gifted with swordsmanship, joins the battalion. However, her brother Takeomi can’t help but worry as she becomes increasingly popular with the male members...
“Walking the Thorny Path”: Therese suddenly becomes the head of her household, beginning her struggles and efforts...
“The Midnight Witch”: Lisa enters the adventurer prep school, but due to her extreme discomfort around men, she finds herself unable to attend...
“The Concubine Test”: Ina and Luise, chosen to be Ver’s concubines, catch the attention of noble ladies who aren’t pleased with the decision...
“The Road to Employment”: Roderich, now overworking Ver as his steward, had once endured the hardships of a wandering ronin. What happened next...?

Oricon Weekly Light Novel Sales Ranking

Ranking / Estimated number of copies sold / Estimated cumulative sales volume / Title / Author

1 8,166 8,166 Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World Vol. 39 (Story) Tappei Nagatsuki / (Art) Shinichirou Otsuka
2 5,807 5,807 Novel: The Dangers in My Heart (Story) Kota Nozomi / (Original Story & Art) Norio Sakurai / (Illustrations) sune
3 5,040 26,893 The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten Vol. 10 (Story) Saeki-san / (Art) Hanekoto
4 4,050 4,050 Playing Death Games to Put Food on the Table Vol. 7 (Story) Yuji Ukai / (Art) Nekometal
5 3,970 4,228 The 8th Son? Are You Kidding Me! Misokkasu Vol. 3 (Story) Y.A / (Art) Choco Fuji
6 2,488 3,707 The Tale of a Reincarnated Hero Teacher's Overwhelming Power Vol. 1 (Story) Kuto Jisa / (Art) Note Takehana
7 2,433 44,307 Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian Vol. 9 (Story) Sanzan SUN / (Art) Momoko
8 2,383 2,561 The Reincarnated Girl Wants to Start from Step One Vol. 8 (Story) Kaya / (Art) Naryu
9 2,347 15,458 Mizikana Monogatari (Story) NISIOISIN / (Art) VOFAN
10 2,263 2,263 She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man Vol. 21 (Story) Hirotsugu Ryusen / (Art) Choco Fuji

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