After School Dice Club

After School Dice Club (放課後さいころ倶楽部, Hōkago Saikoro Kurabu) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Hiroo Nakamichi. It follows a group of high school girls who explore the world of tabletop games after school, fostering strong friendships along the way. The manga was serialized in Shogakukan's Monthly Shōnen Sunday from March 2013 to June 2021, and compiled into 19 tankōbon volumes. An anime television series adaptation by Liden Films aired in 2019 with 12 episodes. The story revolves around the introverted Miki Takekasa, who is drawn into the world of board games by her classmate Aya Takayashiki and the game enthusiast class representative Midori Oono. Together, they gather at the "Dice Club" after school, trying out various games, enjoying their friendships, and developing as individuals. After School Dice Club portrays the allure of board games and the heartwarming friendships between the girls with a light and pleasant touch.