ようこそ実力至上主義の教室へ [Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e]

Series · 25

books · 2015-2023

By Syougo Kinugasa

Books in series

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 1

2015

The cutthroat school drama light novels that inspired an anime! Students of the prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School are given remarkable freedom—if they can win, barter, or save enough points to work their way up the ranks! Ayanokoji Kiyotaka has landed at the bottom in the scorned Class D, where he meets Horikita Suzune, who’s determined to rise up the ladder to Class A. Can they beat the system in a school where cutthroat competition is the name of the game?

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 2

2015

THE RELUCTANT WITNESS Class D has conquered the midterms, but their celebration is cut short when three Class C students falsely accuse Sudou of assaulting them! With their friend facing expulsion, and the class’s points on the line, Ayanokoji, Horikita, and Kikyou must team up to gather evidence to prove his innocence.

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 3

2016

Having survived their final exams, Ayanokoji and the others are looking forward to an idyllic school-sponsored summer vacation aboard a cruise ship. But nothing is ever quite as it seems with the Tokyo Advanced Nurturing High School, and the cruise turns out to be the cover for a series of special tests! What grueling new challenges await them out at sea?!

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 4

2016

SIGNS OF TROUBLE The second half of the special summer test finds the students duking it out aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Divided into twelve groups patterned after the signs of the Zodiac, all four classes are faced with a devilishly difficult test of their thinking skills. They may have survived the island, but they’re not out of hot water yet!

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 4.5

2016

I KNOW WHAT YOU DID THIS SUMMER The grueling summer vacation special tests are finally at an end. As the clock ticks down on the last glorious days of summer, the students of the Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School frantically try to squeeze in all the things they’ve left undone and unsaid. Get a glimpse into the secret lives of supporting characters and watch romantic confessions and pool-side drama unfold in this volume of short stories that bridges crucial gaps between the end of first semester—and the start of the second.

ようこそ実力至上主義の教室へ 5 [Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e 5]

2016

長い夏休みを終えたDクラスを待ち受けていたのは体育祭。だが高度育成高等学校の行事が生半可なものであるはずもなく……!?　新たな学園黙示録第5弾!?　究極の実力勝負の体育祭が始まる。

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 6

2017

SHAKING THINGS UP There’s upheaval in the air as another special exam approaches and Nagumo officially replaces Horikita Manabu as student council president. Meanwhile, Ryuuen is out for blood, and he’s set his sights on Horikita Suzune as the next possible candidate for Class D’s mysterious mastermind!

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 7

2017

THE SCHEMER, REVEALED! The end of the second semester is near, and Ryuuen’s manhunt for Class D’s mastermind is only getting more aggressive. When he and his goons decide to torture an answer out of Karuizawa, Ayanokouji decides it’s finally time to step forward—if, that is, Karuizawa doesn’t break under the pressure first!

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 7.5

2018

School may be on vacation, but the scheming never stops! Christmas draws near, and Karuizawa and Satou compete for Ayanokouji's affections while new student council president Nagumo makes his first sinister moves. Don't miss this bonus volume of short stories, covering the events of a winter break that will decide the balance of power in the upcoming third semester!

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Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 8

2018

The third semester kicks off in high gear with a special boot camp deep in the mountains. Forcibly separated into groups along grade and gender lines, the first, second and third years alike must work together to survive the rugged terrain. Even worse? The leader of the group that comes in last will be expelled. Can Class D make it back to campus intact, or is this where they finally say goodbye to one of their own?

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Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 9

2018

Sakayanagi puts her plan to crush Ichinose into motion, spreading rumors of her alleged criminal history through the school like wildfire. With Class B at a loss, and Ichinose herself uncharacteristically reluctant to fight back, can Ayanokouji step in to save her reputation? Meanwhile, Kushida makes contact with student council president Nagumo in what might prove to be a very dangerous alliance, indeed.

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Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 10

2019

The cutthroat school drama light novels that inspired an anime! Students of the prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School are given remarkable freedom—if they can win, barter, or save enough points to work their way up the ranks! Ayanokoji Kiyotaka has landed at the bottom in the scorned Class D, where he meets Horikita Suzune, who's determined to rise up the ladder to Class A. Can they beat the system in a school where cutthroat competition is the name of the game?

#13

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 11

2019

Still reeling from the shock of their first expulsion, the first-years head into the last special exam of the year—a seven-event gauntlet that sees Class A facing off against Class C, and Class B against Class D. With each class' elected commander facing expulsion if they lose, Ayanokouji volunteers for the role to quell his classmates' suspicion about the events of the last exam. And with Sakayanagi captaining Class A, making this the right place and right time for their long-anticipated personal showdown—he might just need that Protection Point before too long.

#14

Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 11.5

2019

Despite the school's tampering, Class C made it through the special exam without anyone being expelled. Now, they face the final event of their first year—the graduation ceremony. Horikita struggles to decide what to say to her brother before he leaves, while Ayanokouji puts in motion his plan to deal with Tsukishiro, seeking allies in the form of the other homeroom instructors. Meanwhile, his classmates' suspicions about him grow—including one girl who might be getting a little too fascinated by him.

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 1

2020

In this direct sequel series to the cutthroat school drama that inspired an anime and manga adaptation (also from Seven Seas), the students' second year begins—and the stakes are as high as ever! Students of the prestigious Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School are given remarkable freedom—if they can win, barter, or save enough points to work their way up the ranks! Ayanokouji Kiyotaka started at the bottom in the scorned Class D, where he met Horikita Suzune, who was determined to rise up the ladder to Class A. Who can beat the system in a school where cutthroat competition is the name of the game? The second year of this intense school drama begins now!

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 2

2020

Ayanokouji's relationship with Karuizawa deepens, while the aftershock of his perfect mathematics score ripples through the school. Horikita asks to join the student council, and is accepted by Nagumo. And summer vacation brings with it no rest, but another special exam—a reprise of the earlier deserted island test. Except this time, it'll be a battle royale with all three grade levels duking it out against each other!

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Classroom of the Elite 2nd Year Vol. 3

2020

The special exam on an uninhabited island has begun! For two weeks, students will do their best to visit checkpoints and complete challenges to gain points with their groups. Well, except for Ayanokouji, who has opted to tackle this exam on his own... or has he? Nanase, a first-year student from Class D, breaks off from her own group and asks to tag along with him, but there doesn't seem to be anything in it for her. Just what is this under-classman's goal?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 4

2021

Tensions are high as the students of the Advanced Nurturing High School enter the second week of this special exam taking place on an uninhabited island. Students from all grades are getting ready to make their final moves, and so is Acting Principal Tsukishiro. Who will come out on top? And who will be packing their bags to leave the island—and the school?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 4.5

2021

The exam is over and the students' summer break has started aboard a luxury cruise ship! Unfortunately, it's not all fun in the sun. Ryuuen is on the hunt for the person that attacked Kinoshita and Komiya on the island, and for some reason, the entire third-year class seems to be watching Ayanokouji very, very closely… Can everyone enjoy their vacation despite the rough waters ahead?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 5

2021

A UNANIMOUS DECISION As the second semester begins, two additional events are announced: the school’s sports festival and its first-ever cultural festival! But before these two can kick off, an unexpected special exam will be held. The rules seem simple, but the questions might be heavier than anyone expects… Are the students truly ready to cast their final votes?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 6

2022

A CLASS CRACKS UNDER PRESSURE The results of the Unanimous Special Exam weigh heavily on Ayanokouji's class. Kushida, Hasebe, and Wang haven't come to school in days. But time marches on, and when details of the Sports Festival are announced, Horikata's opponents disrupt the planning meeting. The class is now behind before the games can even begin! Can everyone live with the choices they've made and come out on top?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 7

2022

A TALE OF TWO CAFÉS It's time for the school's first-ever Cultural Festival! Some refuse to participate, but the rest of Ayanokouji's class secretly works to build the maid café of their dreams. Ryuuen realizes what they're up to and declares war, forcing a head-to-head battle to see which café is more profitable. But as this goes on...what business does Ayanokouji have with Kanzaki and President Nagumo?

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 8

2022

It's school trip time! With a promise of no special exams, students assume it'll be a normal school outing. However, they find themselves split into groups that include students from all four classes, not just their own. With Ryuuen in Ayanokouji's group, is there any chance this trip will go smoothly? Meanwhile, something happens that may significantly change the relationship between some students…

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 9

2023

「やっぱり一之瀬さんはAクラスに上がること諦めた、ってことなのかな」修学旅行も終了した12月、2学期最後の特別試験・協力型総合筆記テストが発表される。内容は1人ずつ交代で試験問題を解き、最終的にクラス全員で全100問のテストを解くというもの。堀北Bクラスは坂柳Aクラスとの対戦となる。試験準備が始まる中、南雲が次期生徒会長を決めると宣言する。2年生の生徒会メンバーは堀北と一之瀬。立候補を問われるも一之瀬の意思は生徒会自体を辞めるというものだった。新たな生徒会メンバーの確保という問題の他、鬼龍院を狙った万引き偽装事件も発生し、生徒会周辺も慌ただしくなっていく。『無理してないから。……私も、綾小路くんに会いたい……』学園黙示録は新たな混沌へ――。

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Classroom of the Elite

Year 2 (Light Novel) Vol. 9.5

2023

「メリークリスマス。サンタの登場ですよ」高度育成高校での二度目の冬休みがやってきた。軽井沢とクリスマスのプレゼントを買いに行くという約束は、軽井沢のインフルエンザにより崩れ、綾小路はイブからの数日を1人で過ごすことになった。そんな中『えっと、今日、綾小路くんの昼間の予定ってどうなってるかな』『それは会ってからのお楽しみにいたしましょう。お部屋にお伺いしても?』『この後ちょっと顔を貸せ。30分後にケヤキモールの北口だ』、各クラスリーダーからの電話が絶えない状況となっていた。一方「綾小路くんってただ暗めなクラスメイト……じゃないでしょ。隠し事があるっていうか」クラスメイトの間で綾小路に関する議論が行われ始め――!?

Author

Syougo Kinugasa

Author · 30 books

Associated Names: * Syougo Kinugasa / [Shōgo Kinugasa](https://www.goodreads.com:443/search/search?q=Shōgo Kinugasa "Shōgo Kinugasa") (English) * 衣笠彰梧 (Japanese)