僕は友達が少ない [Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai]

In this 2010–2014 Media Factory series, a lonely high schooler and a sharp-tongued girl form a club to make friends, only to discover their social awkwardness makes every attempt at bonding hilariously backfire. Running just nine issues, this compact manga from creator Yomi Hirasaka delivers a sharp, self-aware comedy about the painful absurdities of trying to fit in. Its frank, often cringe-inducing portrayal of teenage isolation and the desperate lengths kids go to for connection made it a standout in the slice-of-life genre.