Rozen Maiden

An eight-issue manga-turned-comic series published by Tokyopop from 2005 to 2008, Rozen Maiden follows a reclusive boy whose life changes when he becomes entangled with a sentient, fighting doll named Shinku. The story explores the mysterious "Alice Game," a contest among the seven Rozen Maiden dolls for the right to become the perfect girl. Known for its blend of gothic fantasy and psychological drama, the series was a key title in Tokyopop's early-2000s manga lineup, introducing Western readers to creator Peach-Pit's intricate world of clockwork and rivalry.