Infinite Stratos Series by Izuru Yumizuru

In the near future, a Japanese scientist engineers a powered exoskeleton called "Infinite Stratos" (IS). Possessing technology and combat capabilities far more advanced than any other weapon system, the IS threatens to destabilize the world... moreIn the near future, a Japanese scientist engineers a powered exoskeleton called "Infinite Stratos" (IS). Possessing technology and combat capabilities far more advanced than any other weapon system, the IS threatens to destabilize the world. Faced with such an overpowering weapon, the nations of the world enact the "Alaska Treaty", which states that IS will never be used for military combat and that existing IS technology must be equally distributed to all nations, to prevent any one nation from dominating the others. The introduction of the IS does, however, have a major effect on society. As IS can only be operated by women, there is a shift in the power balance between men and women, where women now dominate society over men.Ten years after IS was initially introduced, the world has entered a new age of peace. The peace is shattered, however, by Ichika Orimura, a 15-year-old Japanese boy able to operate an IS. Realizing the potential, the Japanese government forces the bewildered young man to attend the prestigious Infinite Stratos Academy, an international academy where IS pilots from all over the world are trained. Thus, he starts a busy high school life surrounded by nothing but girls who can use IS. less

“I’m Charles Dunois. I come from France,” “Bodewig. Laura Bodewig.” The girl-packed IS academy has two new exchange students: the handsome boy Charles and the German girl Laura. Dashing young Charles, a representative of France, is the second male IS pilot after Ichika, and the girls are already head over heels. Meanwhile, platinum blonde Laura’s lithe frame belies a contempt for Ichika that strays into physical violence... more“I’m Charles Dunois. I come from France,” “Bodewig. Laura Bodewig.” The girl-packed IS academy has two new exchange students: the handsome boy Charles and the German girl Laura. Dashing young Charles, a representative of France, is the second male IS pilot after Ichika, and the girls are already head over heels. Meanwhile, platinum blonde Laura’s lithe frame belies a contempt for Ichika that strays into physical violence. What caused her grudge against Ichika? What secrets are hidden by Charles’s nonchalant élan? The IS are rearmed and ready for action! less

The time for the summer class trip to the sea is near, and the fight for Ichika's heart is as hot as the July weather. The girls will stop at nothing to corner him for their own, and when the swimsuits come out, it may just be checkmate! With the arrival of Shinonono "The Genius" Tabane comes a huge surprise, and just the thing Houki needs to even the playing field. But it's not all fun in the sun when a military IS goes on a rampage, causing Ichika and the cadets to spring into action... moreThe time for the summer class trip to the sea is near, and the fight for Ichika's heart is as hot as the July weather. The girls will stop at nothing to corner him for their own, and when the swimsuits come out, it may just be checkmate! With the arrival of Shinonono "The Genius" Tabane comes a huge surprise, and just the thing Houki needs to even the playing field. But it's not all fun in the sun when a military IS goes on a rampage, causing Ichika and the cadets to spring into action. Will our dear cast come to learn the meaning of true inner strength? Find out in this installment of IS, the high-speed school action romantic comedy! less

It's August, and it's summer vacation! Passions run as hot as the sweltering weather as we follow each girl through their own summer love story. Will their dreams of making summer memories with Ichika come true? Who'll be the last one left standing beside him in the sun? Find out in the fourth volume of an emotionally-packed high-speed school action romantic comedy! There may not be any IS battles, but the battlefield of summer love is heating up!

IS Academy's second semester kicks off with a race to get Ichika into a club! Meanwhile, the appearance of the student government president Sarashiki Tatenashi, rumored to be the strongest student in the whole school, presages a descent into chaos. And a shadowy organization makes itself known for the first time?! The story settles into high gear in the fifth installment of the high-speed school action romantic comedy!

Flank speed ahead to romance! Each of our leading ladies is looking to steal Ichika’s heart at his birthday party. But for Cecilia, something else is weighing on her: the mysterious enemy who appeared at the school festival. With a last-minute decision to include first year students in the high-speed IS battle race called Cannonball Fast, they may not be the only unplanned-for participants, as the mysterious Phantom Task still looms ever so closely... moreFlank speed ahead to romance! Each of our leading ladies is looking to steal Ichika’s heart at his birthday party. But for Cecilia, something else is weighing on her: the mysterious enemy who appeared at the school festival. With a last-minute decision to include first year students in the high-speed IS battle race called Cannonball Fast, they may not be the only unplanned-for participants, as the mysterious Phantom Task still looms ever so closely. The high-speed school action romantic comedy can’t stop, won’t stop in the sixth volume of Infinite Stratos! less

In the aftermath of the Golem III attack, Kanzashi confesses her love to Ichika, while Houki and the others watch like hawks to make sure that he's not too interested in return. Meanwhile, with the school still heavily damaged, and a desperate need to repair Byakushiki, Ichika visits its manufacturer, Kuramochi Engineering... And while he's gone, a shadowy plot seizes its chance to strike IS Academy... moreIn the aftermath of the Golem III attack, Kanzashi confesses her love to Ichika, while Houki and the others watch like hawks to make sure that he's not too interested in return. Meanwhile, with the school still heavily damaged, and a desperate need to repair Byakushiki, Ichika visits its manufacturer, Kuramochi Engineering... And while he's gone, a shadowy plot seizes its chance to strike IS Academy. What is the Kurokagi, and its World Purge ability? How far will the girls go to catch Ichika's heart? The high-speed school battle romantic comedy charges forth in an eighth volume! less