Comic Book New Releases October 28

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Tail Yuzuhara. Art and cover by sora. Translated by Timothy Gifford. The search for the origin of the magivice used against dragon kings Gideon and Sealiene may be nearing its end! The trail has led to the Mellelie Republic, home of the earth dragons. After uniting with Isaac and taking a secret route from the Empire of Phondona, Senas party arrives in Mellelie, where they hope to find someone who can point them toward the magivices source—but they would never have imagined who they end up meeting there… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.00.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kore Yamazaki. Translated by Adrienne Beck. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE. The Ancient Magus Bride is Chises story, but other lives, other stories are interwoven within it. Brought together for the first time, in this volume we experience a day in Ruths life, Chise and Elias practicing cooking, a familiars-eye view of Alice and Renfred, and more! Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Rated T Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Tatsukazu Konda. Art and cover by Asahi Sakano. Character Designs by Momochichi. Translated by Adrienne Beck. IN A GLITTERING CASTLE OF MIRRORS, THE BEAST KING MEETS OLD FRIENDS. For the first time in twenty years, Garon goes to visit Clo, an old companion who served under him when he ruled as the Beast King. He was hoping to treat his old friends injury but is forced into making a harsh decision for the good of the dungeon. Now that hes a doctor, will Garon be able to save Clo? Softcover, 6-in.x 8 1/2-in., 224 pages, B&W. Rated T Cover price $14.99.

Volume 35 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Yana Toboso. Translated by Tomo Kimura. Scattered far and wide, the Phantomhive family works to cripple the operations of a dangerous organization. Finny and Snakes infiltration of a countryside orphanage uncovers sinister elements. But before they can tell anyone, theyll have to do what no ward of the institution has done before— escape. Meanwhile, Ciel and Sebastian go undercover at a luxury resort in Brighton thats captivated nobility to a suspicious degree. What secrets will they find in its gilded halls...? Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 178 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $13.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro. Art and cover by Kota Sannomiya. Character Designed by Yusuke Nomura. The new prequel manga to the smash-hit soccer action series Blue Lock! How does a listless slacker who thinks everything's a huge pain turn into one of Japan's top scorers? Find out, as high schooler Reo Mikage sets out to fan the flames of ambition in future soccer prodigy Seishiro Nagi, in Blue Lock: Episode Nagi. Anime movie coming soon! DON'T DISAPPEAR. Nagi's winning goal in the final match of the Rivalry Battle propelled him and Team White forward to the Third Selection, where they must put their skills to the test against world-class all-stars. Meanwhile, having been stolen by Shidou's team, Reo now battles to stay alive in the Second Selection. Can he prove he has what it takes to stand by Nagi's side again someday? Can Nagi keep the fire inside him alive until then? Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen 16+ Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $15.99

Add to cart Near Mint $15.99

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects Blue Lock GN (2022 Kodansha Comics) Vol. 13-15. Written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro. Art and cover by Yusuke Nomura. Translated by Nate Derr. The manga that became a worldwide sports action phenomenon returns in a new 3-in-1 omnibus edition featuring sculpted embossed covers! After making it through the grueling Second Selection, Isagi and the remaining thirty-four strikers prepare for their next challenge--a match against the current U-20 Japan team. However, with only eleven spots available on the Blue Lock team, Isagi must first clear tryouts if he is to keep his dreams alive. Thanks to a last-minute goal, Isagi manages to prove his worth and earn his teammates respect in the first match of tryouts, but more matches remain. Isagi will need to master his new reflexive thinking ability to earn a place on the Blue Lock Eleven... Can he assert his place among the best of the best and earn a coveted spot on the starting lineup?! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 608 pages, B&W. Older Teen 16+ Cover price $22.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 15 - 1st printing. Story and art by Ryo Minenami. Translated by John Werry. Self-serving adults and broken dreams push a teenage boy trapped in a dead-end town closer and closer toward the abyss. Softcover, 5-in.x 9-in., 200 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yasuhisa Kuma. Translated by Kevin Yuan. A HEARTWARMING ROMANTIC COMEDY ABOUT A DRAGON GIRL AND HER NOT-SO-SECRET CHILDHOOD FRIEND! Ever since he was young, Van would delve into the depths of the Wyrm Hole, battling the monsters as he made a beeline for the final boss, the dragon Ryuka. All this time, the monsters were convinced the two were locked in fierce battles, but now the truth has finally come out. They were just hanging out as regular childhood friends! With the Seven Royal Heroes ready to storm the dungeon, Van, Ryuka, and all the monsters of the Wyrm Hole must come together to stop them, even if that means clashing once more with an old friend... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 204 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing. Story and art by Youhei Yasumura. Translated by Wesley Bridges. THE DUNGEON RAID TO END ALL DUNGEON RAIDS, WITH THE SURVIVAL OF ALL HUMANITY ON THE LINE! Ninomiya Kinji is at his wit's end--his sister Mikoto has suddenly appeared, declaring herself the doom of all the world. Driven by her own twisted sense of love, she's launched a game that will decide whether every human on the surface of the planet lives or dies. This time around, even Ninomiya's inexhaustible cunning might not be enough to save his comrades' lives...! Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $17.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Nahoko Uehashi. Art and cover by Itoe Takemoto. A sumptuous manga adaptation of the hit fantasy novel series, perfect for fans of Witch Hat Atelier, Mushishi, and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind! One fateful whistle sets a young girls destiny in motion in this gorgeous adaptation of Nahoko Uehashis acclaimed fantasy novel! Insatiably curious ten-year-old Erin loves watching her mother Soyon, a talented beast doctor who is clearly different from everyone else in their village, use special wooden flutes to care for the fearsome war drakes that their countrys soldiers ride into battle. But when all of these prized warrior beasts mysteriously die in the night, its Erins mother who is forced to pay the ultimate penalty—to be devoured by wild drakes. Suddenly, Erin is flung into the wide world all on her own with no more than the clothes on her back and the burning questions in her mind: How did her mother control even wild drakes with a mere whistle of her fingers, and why did she refuse to do so to save her own life? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 374 pages, B&W. Rated T Cover price $24.95.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Chihiro Yoshioka. Translated by Cynthia Caraturo. In this gripping conclusion, Luke battles not only his biggest adversary, but also his greatest enemy, the vengeance burning within him. He struggles between a savage brutalism that encompasses his entire being and the humanity that yearns for inner peace, making every choice a battle. Will he be free from the pain within himself once his enemies are defeated, or will he be consumed and become the very same as the evil that took away everything from him? Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Hikaru Sakurai and TYPE-MOON. Art and cover by Tsuta Suzuki. Tokyo, 1991. Seven mages gather to summon seven heroes from history, myth, and legend to do battle in a great ritual. The last ones standing will obtain the Holy Grail—a font of limitless power said to be able to grant any wish. One such Master is Manaka Sajou, a young maiden with immense expectations placed on her. But when she lays eyes on the one she summons, what she sees is not her Servant, but the fairy tale prince of her dreams…! Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.00.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Mikoto Yamaguchi. Art and cover by D.P. Translated by Giuseppe di Martino. In the aftermath of the heroes battle with the evil dragon, Sasae has vanished! When Kanae sets off searching for him, shes forced to cross swords with Manakos group. And all the while, Hilmzeld, land of dragons, is gripped even tighter by chaos and tyranny… Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $13.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Shinobu Inokuma. Art and cover by Tabiko. A LOVE TRIANGLE WITH A CAT-EARED GODDESS! Kuro, a vengeful god trying to regain her rightful status as a god of fortune, realizes she has feelings for Kotaro—the exact person she's supposed to curse! She's been pushing Kotaro to get with Hikari, but now Hikari, unaware of Kuros feelings, has vowed to help Kuro with her crush! If thats not complicated enough, Kotaro is beginning to feel something for Hikari too, despite still loving Kuro. What else does this love triangle need? A beach house, of course! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Rated T+ Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Pieta. Every few years, a human appears out of nowhere in the world of demons and monsters! You have to be careful with them—their stomachs can barely handle demon food, their bodies are fragile enough to break from a little fall, and even turning up the heat by a few dozen degrees will make them wither away… But they're also cute, loyal, and clever in a way une (dogs), nosa (cats), and eshig (rabbits) just cant compare! How could you not want to keep a human? Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $15.00.

The epic conclusion to Infini-T Force!

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Written by Ukyo Kodachi. Art and cover by Tatsuma Ejiri. Translated by Caleb D. Cook. The final battle begins. A cosmic force known as the Will of the Universe has taken form—using Z as its vessel—and the fate of humanity now hangs by a thread. With reality itself on the brink of collapse, Gatchaman, Polimar, Tekkaman, and Casshan unite for one last stand. At the center of it all is Emi, whose choices will determine not only the outcome of the war, but the meaning of justice itself. As infinite power meets unwavering resolve, legends awaken—and the future is drawn at last. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 264 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $20.95

Add to cart Near Mint $20.95

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collects Innocent Rouge GN (2015-2020 Shueisha) Vol. 7-9. Story and art by Shin'ichi Sakamoto. Translated by Michael Gombos. Available in English for the first time comes the direct sequel to Shinichi Sakamotos (#DRCL Midnight Children) manga series Innocent. The spark of revolution ignites the hearts of the French population. Thwarted by fate with the calamity that followed the Affair of the Diamond Necklace, Marie-Joseph is determined to confront destiny. When a young blacksmith who advocated for equality was sentenced to death, the populace rose up and rushed the block in an unprecedented uprising. With this emerging new power championing ideals of freedom, the bond between the Sanson siblings begins to waver. Meanwhile, Charles-Henri continues to develop a mechanical means of execution, but just who will be condemned to this instrument of death? This omnibus edition collects volumes 7–9 of the original Japanese manga series! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 640 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Inee. Translated by Masaaki Fukushima. Hot off the success of her first mission, Koharu steels her resolve and sets a goal of gathering enough karma to return to human life. To help make that ambitious dream a reality, her mentor Kanna puts Koharu through Cupid boot camp, but their training is interrupted when Chiyo shows up to challenge the two to a rematch! And shes not their only competition—a trip into the countryside goes awry when they encounter Ena, a straightlaced cupid who doesnt appreciate an inexperienced rookie getting in the way…! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $13.00.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hijiki Isoflavone. Translated by Max Greenway. The story of a lazy male idol, ready to quit (or get fired), and the peppy poltergeist who brings him back from the brink, and rocketing to the heights of stardom! This madcap musical comedy is perfect for fans of My Dress-Up Darling, Kiss Him, Not Me! and Horimiya. THAT TRIBUTE'S NOT TOO SHABBY! Yuya has overcome his family problems and has reconnected with Asahi. They are both in top form! Meanwhile, news arrives of the release of the "Asahi Mogami Tribute Album"! Asahi can't help but wonder how this will be created?! During the recording of the album, Asahi meets Hanabi Iogi, a current member of i'm. It seems she has a secret, and she's a bit of a curiosity... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $10.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Norasiro. Art and cover by Katatewaza. Character Design by Johndee. When all he wants to do is die a hero, one man joins the Space Force to look cool while saving the planet! The only problem? Hes too good at his job to die! Nao's got it rough: Already a cringe-inducing, late-blooming loser, things really hit a new low when his girlfriend runs off with another guy. With nothing left to lose, Nao sees an advertisement for the Space Force, the elite military organization that protects the planet from all extraterrestrial threats. It's the perfect place to achieve the one thing he still desires--a cool, inspiring death! Trouble is, this brand-new ensign is way too good at his job. As the commander of the "Unwanteds," a unit of misfits destined for the front lines, he really ought to have gone out in a blaze of glory by now. So why is it that he keeps surviving? Why is it that everybody thinks he's some kind of hero?! Nao may be ready to die, but is he ready to live and fight another day? Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Rated T+ Cover price $13.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.99

Volume 39 - 1st printing. Story and art by Reiji Miyajima. Translated by Kevin Gifford. Catch up on the manga before the anime returns! You can rent a girlfriend, but can you buy love? Reeling from a bad breakup, Kazuya rents the beautiful, polite Chizuru for a date. But rock bottom might be so much lower than he thought! Chizuru is much more than the pretty face and sweet demeanor he thought he'd bargained for... In today's Japan, "rental" services can deliver an afternoon with a "friend," a "parent," even a fake girlfriend! After a staggering betrayal by his girlfriend, hapless freshman Kazuya gets just desperate enough to give it a try. But he quickly discovers how complicated it can be to "rent" an emotional connection, and his new "girlfriend," who's trying to keep her side hustle secret, will panic when she finds out her real life and Kazuya's are intertwined in surprising ways! Family, school, and life all start to go wrong, too... It's sweet but naïve boy meets cute but ruthless girl in this 21st-century manga rom-com! Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by S.I.U. Ideal for readers who love fantasy & action/adventure graphic novels, gaming & combat stories, and leveling-up manga & anime, this action-packed, fast-paced global sensation comic is a story of wealth, power, betrayal and revenge. Perfect for Crunchyroll viewers of stories like Solo Leveling, Attack on Titan, Demon Slayer & Dragon Ball Z. Season 2 of the Tower of God anime is now available on Crunchyroll. The action-packed, fast-paced global sensation Tower of God is a story of wealth, power, betrayal, and revenge. Whatever you desire—you can find it here, at the Tower. When Bams best friend Rachel declares shes going to climb the mysterious Tower, he risks everything and breaks inside to find her. Twenty-Fifth Bam must journey skyward in a mysterious tower if he has any chance of reuniting with his best friend Rachel, even if that means facing his own death. Using his strength, skill, and wits, Bam climbs higher and higher up the Tower despite the dangers. Bam makes both allies and enemies on his quest to find his friend; however her intention to reconnect with him becomes unclear as new revelations about their friendship reveal a much deeper, darker secret. Bam and the Regulars successfully pass the hide-and-seek test, but Rachels leg injuries may have Bam reconsidering his journey up the tower. Despite Rachels wounds, Khan intends to move forward with his comrades, and devises his own sneaky plans. Meanwhile, Yuga has a shocking secret unveiled about his identity and true intentions. Disappointed by the results of the Position Test, Bam must win the sympathy of his allies to accomplish an important goal. A new test is introduced, and the fate of a beloved teammate is on the line. Being granted one final chance from the Guardian, Bam has never been more determined to fight his way to the top. Tower of God is a global sensation, with over 6.2 billion reads worldwide. The digital comic has been adapted into a hit animated series. This volume collects episodes 51 to 60 of the hit WEBTOON comic. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 288 pages, B&W. Cover price $18.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Written by Takeshi Natsuhara. Art and cover by Hiroki Miyashita. Translated by Giuseppe di Martino. Adapted by Jennifer Geisbrecht. RIVAL WORLDS! To save Princess Riyûs soul, everyone sets off to meet with another fabled reincarnator, the witch from another world. She possesses unique abilities that could change the world she now calls home. However, her past life is entangled with Ryus yakuza past, and forgiveness isnt on the table... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Older Teen (15+) Cover price $13.99.