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  • Issue #5A
    Ronin (2022) Book Two 5A

    Written by Frank Miller. Art by Frank Miller & Various. Cover by Philip Tan. Part Five in a Six-Part groundbreaking series. Virgo's loathsome bio circuitry devours his body. And his mind â€.. But can it swallow the Ronin's warrior soul? And can Casey save him ? Or is it Billy â€. Tiny Billy â€. The only hope for both of them â€. And for all the world ? Penultimate Issue!! Not to be missed! 48 pages, full B&W. Cover price $7.99.

  • Issue #6A
    Ronin (2022) Book Two 6A

    Written by Frank Miller. Art by Frank Miller, Daniel Henriques. Cover by Philip Tan. In its supernova finale, the epic Ronin saga brings us to the edge of madness and plunges us into a dark destiny. Virgo. Demonic computer and would be slaver of all humankind. She swallows heroic Ronin into her cybernetic maw … and swallows deep. She rips the heart from Casey's chest and begins her horrid assimilation. And the boy … the child… Billy? It is HE who will show Virgo the simple, terrifying truth she never imagined = The only power is the human spirit. 48 pages, full B&W. Cover price $7.99.

  • Issue #6B
    Ronin (2022) Book Two 6B

    Written by Frank Miller. Art by Frank Miller, Daniel Henriques. Cover by Frank Miller. In its supernova finale, the epic Ronin saga brings us to the edge of madness and plunges us into a dark destiny. Virgo. Demonic computer and would be slaver of all humankind. She swallows heroic Ronin into her cybernetic maw … and swallows deep. She rips the heart from Casey's chest and begins her horrid assimilation. And the boy … the child… Billy? It is HE who will show Virgo the simple, terrifying truth she never imagined = The only power is the human spirit. 48 pages, full B&W. Cover price $7.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #2-REP
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 2-REP

    Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #3-REP
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 3-REP

    Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #4-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 4-1ST

    Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #5-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 5-1ST

    Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #6-REP
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 6-REP

    Volume 6 - 2nd or later printings. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #10-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 10-1ST

    Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #11-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 11-1ST

    Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Based on the hit anime series. With Misao's help, Kaoru finally manages to locate Kenshin in Kyoto ? at the home of Hiko Seijuro, his master in the school of Hiten Mitsurugi. Having convinced his master to complete his training, Kenshin assumes the role of pupil once more while, elsewhere in Kyoto, other forces come together. There is the arrival of Shinomori Aoshi, soon approached by the men of Shishio Makoto to join their cause; there is the arrival of Saito Hajime, who comes to free Sano from jail and also to join him in questioning "Ten Swords" member Cho. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #12-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 12-1ST

    Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. As Kenshin continues his re-education at the hand of his master in Hiten Mitsurugi, Hiko Seijuro, he looks back also to the first, early years of that training . ..including the moment in his life in which he changed his name to "Kenshin." Meanwhile, the remaining members of the Juppongatana or, "Ten Swords," arrive in Kyoto, while the first phase of Shishio Makoto's plan for Japan finally gets underway. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #17-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 17-1ST

    Volume 17 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. The madness of Shishio Makoto may know no bounds, but what of his body? An eleventh-hour revelation suggests a possible weakness, but will the news come in time to help a critically wounded Kenshin, whose own strength is reaching its limit? In this new era of Meiji, it's getting harder and harder to tell the innocents from the victims. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #18-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 18-1ST

    Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. He may be one of the "good guys" now (as Misao insists) but, even a month later, Kenshin still is haunted by Kyoto. How can he not be, when it was in Kyoto that, as the feared "Hitokiri Battôsai," he once made the streets flow red...? And yet, before he departs this place of so many memories, there are ghosts which must be put to rest. It's said that, when strong feelings are attached to a particular wound, so long as those feelings persist, the scar will remain. How did Kenshin get that cross-shaped scar on his face, and who was it that gave it to him? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #23-1ST
    Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) 23-1ST

    Volume 23 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. In order to discover more about the relationship that binds Kenshin and Enishi, Saitô Hajime makes a surprise appearance at the Kamiya Dojo - only to find the aftermath of Kenshin, Sanosuke and Yahiko's desperate life-or-death battles with Enishi's cabal of fighters. One member of the "Six Comrades" remains standing - Yatsume Mumyôi. Will the strength of Saitô's Gatotsu be enough to fell this freakish warrior-of-the-shadows?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #4-REP
    Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2008-2010 Vizbig Edition) 4-REP

    Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2003-2006 Viz Digest) Vol. 10-12. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Kenshin journeys to the home of Arai Shakkû, the legendary swordsmith who forged his sakabatô, in the hope of procuring a replacement for the blade that was shattered in a fight with Seta Sôjirô. Instead of Shakkû, though, Kenshin finds his son Seikû, who has given up making instruments of death. But when word gets around that before he passed away Shakkû forged a final blade, one of Shishio's warriors also decides to pay a visit, and he doesn't plan on leaving empty-handed. With the safety of Seikû's family at risk, Kenshin springs into action, even if it means fighting without a weapon at his side! Next, Kenshin realizes that if he is to defeat Shishio the time has come to complete his training in Hiten Mitsurugi-ryû. But first he will have to convince his incredibly stubborn master, Hiko Seijûrô, that he is indeed worthy of Hiten Mitsurugi's greatest secrets and techniques. Then, with all ten of his Juppongatana "Ten Swords" fighters now in Kyoto, Shishio kicks his scheme to radically alter the face of Meiji Era Japan into high gear. Can Kenshin, Saitô and Misao marshal their resources in time to prevent Shishio from burning Kyoto to the ground? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 574 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #5-1ST
    Saint Legend GN (2002-2004) 5-1ST

    Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Andy Seto. The ultimate showdown has begun! Wuku faces off against Apex in a final battle to decide the fate of his brother, Pig. Elsewhere, Lotus and The High Scholar struggle in the wake of their bout with the seemingly unstoppable Hades! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

  • Issue #6-1ST
    Saint Legend GN (2002-2004) 6-1ST

    Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Andy Seto. The trial of Wuku continues. Apex stands poised to take the Monkey King's head with the infamous God Killer blade. Is this the end of legendary Ultimate Fighting God? On the other side of the world The Holy Vagabond takes a tumultuous stroll with his Godfather before violently returning to the Jade Emperor's palace with his Hell Sky Blade! Softcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

  • Issue #7-1ST
    Saint Legend GN (2002-2004) 7-1ST

    Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Andy Seto. One of the Eight Immortals falls as the battle with Hades continues in Heaven. The Jade Emperor unsheathes his Celestial Sword. The Monkey King powers up and summons the towering Golden Needle, just a Hades uses God Killer to release the Holy Vagabond from his shackles. Softcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

  • Issue #9-1ST
    Saint Legend GN (2002-2004) 9-1ST

    Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Andy Seto. Holy Vagabond has been a loyal member of the 8 immortals for centuries. Yet now with the apparent death of his godfather Hades, Vagabond has allowed himself to be possessed by the Soul Parasite to avenge his godfather. This is the battle of one immortal against the remaining 7... Heaven will never be the same again! Softcover, 152 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

  • Issue #1
    Samurai (1987 2nd Series Aircel) 1
  • Issue #2
    Samurai (1987 2nd Series Aircel) 2
  • Issue #3
    Samurai (1987 2nd Series Aircel) 3
  • Issue #1
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 1

    Cover art by Barry Blair. Untitled story, script and art by Barry Blair; A year has passed since Splinter's last clash with Hotachi. Splinter has managed to instill Martial Law over the city. Enter the Black Dove and a faction of freedom fighters. This series picks up after the color mini-series "Samurai: The Splinter and the Sword". B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #2
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 2

    Cover art by Barry Blair. Untitled story, script and art by Barry Blair; As tension increases, everyone is forced to take sides; Hotachi meets Black Dove. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #3
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 3

    Cover art by Barry Blair. Reflections of the Spirit, script and art by Barry Blair; Splinter has captured DaFeng to use in their clone experiments; The rebels gear up to attack Splinter's headquarters. Everyone has to choose sides. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #4
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 4

    Cover art by Barry Blair. Untitled story, script and pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Alex Szewczuk; an all-out attack on Splinter headquarters. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #5
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 5

    Cover art by Barry Blair. The Game of Death, script and pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Alex Szewczuk; Arkoff kills Susan; Homer kills Archie and Quan; John kills Professor Stringfellow; Arkoff kills John; Velvet kills Yue; Hotachi kills Arkoff. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #6
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 6

    Cover art by Barry Blair. Untitled story, script and pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Alex Szewczuk; Homer and friends return DaFeng to Monkey Island; DaFeng and the boys discover that his tribe is now controlled by the Kamir Rouge. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #7
    Samurai (1988 3rd Series Aircel) 7

    Cover art by Barry Blair. The Game of Death, script and pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Alex Szewczuk; DaFeng and friends rescue his tribe. Preview of "Team Nippon, script and pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Alex Szewczuk. B&W. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 1-REP

    Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #8-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 8-1ST

    Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #8-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 8-REP

    Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Samurai Elf Set Apart GN (2006) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Miguel Guerra and Suzy Dias. Imagine one day you discover that you're the last of your kind. That the fate of your world rests on your shoulders and that everything you once knew was a lie. Ardan, a sheltered and naive teenager, wonders what larger forces beyond his control are pulling the strings. Together with Keegan, his female counterpart, they stumble upon a journey of heart pounding adventures. A world where bounty hunters, Rasta cyborg Dwarfs, alluring heroines, troubled heroes, black market pirate babes, and misunderstood Goblins collide. Where magic and technology clash for supremacy. This beautifully illustrated graphic novel stylistically combines Japanese and European art to create a new fusion style Manga. The fast-paced action is coupled with a good dose of humor that will not disappoint. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 182 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.95.

  • Issue #1
    Samurai Guard (1999) 1
  • Issue #2
    Samurai Guard (1999) 2
  • Issue #3
    Samurai Guard (1999) 3

    Story and Art by Kirk Abrigo. Cover by Kirk Abrigo and Scott Goodell. The Ninja make their move, and it's in the form of a brutal onslaught of one of the villages on Bushido Island. The Samurai Guard is there and faces a new threat head on. Can the Samurai Guard even be a match for the mystical powers of the Ninja, or will their skills and swords not be enough? To top it off, Captain Miamoto Shindo is charged with treason and suspended from duty. Will the Samurai Guard stand a chance against such a powerful enemy, even though its greatest warrior is inactive? Find out in this highly charged issue! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #4
    Samurai Guard (1999) 4

    Story, Art and Cover by Kirk Abrigo. In order to do away with Samurai dominance of Bushido Island, the Shuto Ninja Clan finally put into action their plan to resurrect the god of war, Hachiman. Raiden, the god of thunder and lightning, has vowed to stop this from happening. There's only one problem: Hachiman's body is on Nokami mountain, where all mystical and magical powers, including those of a god, are nullified, leaving Raiden to attempt to stop the Shuto Ninja Clan as a human along with all the weaknesses that come along with being one. He has enlisted the aid of the island's three greatest warriors. A plan that will lead to some of the most high-paced swordplay action seen in comics today. Can they stop the coming of the Hachiman or will their deaths be his first act of life? 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #5
    Samurai Guard (1999) 5

    Story, Art and Cover by Kirk Abrigo. Raiden and Hachiman -- two of the most powerful beings in the universe -- fight on a mountaintop that nullifies their powers, leaving them to battle with nothing but their skills, wits and the strength of normal men. Meanwhile, another battle rages below between the Samurai Guard and the Shuto Ninja Clan. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #2
    Samurai Heaven and Earth (2004 1st Series) 2

    RON MARZ (W) and LUKE ROSS (A) On sale January 5, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Lady Yoshiko, love of the samurai Shiro, has been spirited away, kidnapped by Chinese invaders to be kept as a plaything for a cruel warlord. But Shiro has vowed that nothing will keep him from her side ... not even the warlord's entire army. Ron Marz and Luke Ross (Green Lantern) continue their epic samurai tale that will span entire continents, from feudal Japan to the mirrored halls of Versailles! ? The fan-favorite team of writer Ron Marz and artist Luke Ross, fresh off their triumphant finale on Green Lantern, turn their skills to a historical epic in the tradition of Lone Wolf and Cub and Alexandre Dumas' The Three Musketeers. Marz and Ross are joined by Eisner-nominated colorist Jason Keith. Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #3
    Samurai Heaven and Earth (2004 1st Series) 3

    RON MARZ (W), LUKE ROSS (A), and JASON KEITH (C) On sale February 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The samurai Shiro has left a bloody trail behind him, journeying from feudal Japan to China in pursuit of his kidnapped love, the lady Yoshiko. But he has remained a step behind her captors all the way across 18th-century Europe. Now he finds himself in the teeming streets of Paris, a stranger in a very strange land. Crossing swords with the king's Musketeers, Shiro is drawn into a plot against the king?and realizes the only way to be reunited with Yoshiko may be to assassinate Louis XIV! More samurai action in an unexpected setting from top creators Ron Marz and Luke Ross. Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #4
    Samurai Heaven and Earth (2004 1st Series) 4

    RON MARZ (W), LUKE ROSS(A), and JASON KEITH (C) On sale March 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The samurai Shiro has traveled thousands of miles and fought countless battles as he has pursued his lover, Yoshiko, who was stolen away from him. Now, finally, he's found her. She is imprisoned within fabulous Versailles as a plaything for France's Sun King, Louis XIV! Neither palace walls nor the blades of the king's Musketeers will keep Shiro from her side. But with a plot to assassinate the king afoot, will the lovers survive a reunion? The amazing artwork of Luke Ross brings Ron Marz's story of adventure and intrigue to stunning life! Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #5
    Samurai Heaven and Earth (2004 1st Series) 5

    RON MARZ (W), LUKE ROSS (A), and JASON KEITH (C) On sale April 6, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The epic miniseries roars to its climactic issue! After thousands of miles and countless battles, the samurai Shiro has found his love, Yoshiko, amidst the fabulous wealth of Louis XIV's palace at Versailles. Even if the mirrored halls must run red with blood, Shiro will make good on his vow that he and Yoshiko will be together... "If not life, then in death." Nothing can stand in his way?not the King's Musketeers, not even a plot to assassinate Louis himself! The all-star team of Ron Marz, Luke Ross and Jason Keith brings the tale to its unforgettable conclusion! Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #1A
    Samurai Legend (2008 Marvel Soleil) 1A

    Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT. Written by JEAN-FRANCOIS DI GIORGIO Penciled by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Adapted by JAKE FORBES With an Exclusive U.S. Variant! The European best-seller - now finally presented in English! Writer Jean-Francois Di Giorgio and artist Frédéric Genêt tap into the rich mythology of the noble Samurai, creating a nuanced look at the fabled Japanese warriors. Having become a samurai, Takeo feels strong enough to confront his past. On the borders of Japan, a terrible plan is being plotted: General Akuma, one of the Empire's most influential figures, seems to be dead set on betraying the Emperor to his own advantage. However, a grave secret links the two men: the 13th prophet. Meanwhile, Takeo hopes to discover who he is. Why did he grow up in a monastery? And why was he abandoned by his brother ten years earlier? His quest will put him in deep torment, placing him in the middle of the dark destiny of the Empire and the 13th prophet! 56 PGS./Mature ...$5.99 The Soleil Comics may only be sold in English North America: United States, Canada, Mexico and their territories and possessions. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #1B
    Samurai Legend (2008 Marvel Soleil) 1B

    Variant Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT. Written by JEAN-FRANCOIS DI GIORGIO Penciled by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Adapted by JAKE FORBES With an Exclusive U.S. Variant! The European best-seller - now finally presented in English! Writer Jean-Francois Di Giorgio and artist Frédéric Genêt tap into the rich mythology of the noble Samurai, creating a nuanced look at the fabled Japanese warriors. Having become a samurai, Takeo feels strong enough to confront his past. On the borders of Japan, a terrible plan is being plotted: General Akuma, one of the Empire's most influential figures, seems to be dead set on betraying the Emperor to his own advantage. However, a grave secret links the two men: the 13th prophet. Meanwhile, Takeo hopes to discover who he is. Why did he grow up in a monastery? And why was he abandoned by his brother ten years earlier? His quest will put him in deep torment, placing him in the middle of the dark destiny of the Empire and the 13th prophet! 56 PGS./Mature ...$5.99 The Soleil Comics may only be sold in English North America: United States, Canada, Mexico and their territories and possessions. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #2
    Samurai Legend (2008 Marvel Soleil) 2

    Written by JEAN-FRANCOIS DI GIORGIO Pencils & Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Adapted by JAKE FORBES The European best-seller - now finally presented in English! Writer Jean-Francois Di Giorgio and artist Frédéric Genêt tap into the rich mythology of the noble Samurai, creating a nuanced look at the fabled Japanese warriors in a captivating story filled with emotion and elegant artwork! On the borders of Japan, a terrible plot is being prepared: General Akuma seems bent on betraying the Emperor despite a mysterious secret that binds them. Meanwhile, Takeo the Samurai continues his quest to obtain the treasure from the XIIIth prophet's vault and foil Akuma's destructive plans. But there are many obstacles in his way: Akanobu - the mountain of the seven sources, whose rare visitors are never seen again - and the terrifying Shadow Sisters. Fear sets in. And it would be easier if Natsumi wasn't by their side - Natsumi, on whose shoulders could lay the destiny of the kingdom. 56 PGS./Rated T+ The Soleil comics may only be sold in English North America: United States, Canada, Mexico and their territories and possessions. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #3
    Samurai Legend (2008 Marvel Soleil) 3

    Written by JEAN-FRANCOIS DI GIORGIO Penciled by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Adapted by JAKE FORBES The European best-seller - now finally presented in English! Writer Jean-Francois Di Giorgio and artist Frédéric Genêt tap into the rich mythology of the noble Samurai, creating a nuanced look at the fabled Japanese warriors in a captivating story filled with emotion and elegant artwork! Takeo, the samurai without a master, and his companions in misery are hunted by the most powerful and cruel of the Shadow Sisters, Furiko. But instead of running away, Takeo is determined to face his foe. Using all manner of tricks to cross a country filled with enemies, Takeo hopes to foil the occult plans of the XIIIth Prophet and Akuma. But the latter is advancing toward the imperial palace. At his side, an army that grows more and more powerful as he progresses threatens the Empire. Despite their courage and loyalty, the Emperor's forces are no match for the innumerable enemy clans that seek to topple the monarchy - spelling a chaotic and uncertain future for Takeo and his country! 56 PGS./Mature ...$5.99 The Soleil comics may only be sold in English North America: United States, Canada, Mexico and their territories and possessions. Cover price $5.99.

  • Issue #4
    Samurai Legend (2008 Marvel Soleil) 4

    Written by JEAN-FRANCOIS DI GIORGIO Adapted by JAKE FORBES Penciled by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT Cover by FRÉDÉRIC GENÊT The stunning conclusion of the epic European best-seller! The empire's future hangs in the balance. In a Japan crushed by poverty and misery, one man - Akuma - attempts to seize the throne. His fortress under siege, the emperor - leader of a lesser army - faces a bitter and wild conflict. But his enemies are much closer than he would imagine. And when the sun sets on the last terrible battle, the outcome is more uncertain than ever. 56 PGS./Mature The Soleil comics may only be sold in English North America: United States, Canada, Mexico and their territories and possessions. Cover price $5.99.