Comic books in 'Manga'

Volume 1, Issue 4 - January, 1999. 8" x 10.5", 64 pages, B&W Cover price $3.95.

Volume 1, Issue 5 - Comics: Fubuki the Female Ninja, Nagi, Artifact Breaker, Adventures of Tokyo Kid; visit Japanese anime stores; and more. 8.5-in. x 10.5-in.; black and white; 72 pages on white paper. Cover price $3.95.

Volume 1, Issue 6 - Comics: Adventures of Tokyo Kid, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Artifacts Breaker, Nagi, Fubuki the Female Ninja; Manga schools in Tokyo, cosplay, and more. 8.5-in. x 10.5-in.; black and white; 72 pages on white paper. Cover price $3.95.

Volume 2, Issue 1 - Comics: Bad News Eagle, Artifacts Breaker, Nagi, Fubuki the Female Ninja, and Adventures of Tokyo Kid; Tokyo store interviews; cosplay; and more. 8.5-in. x 10.5-in.; black and white; 72 pages on white paper. Cover price $3.95.

Volume 2, Issue 2 - Comics: Venus (Biography Monologue), Nagi, Adventures of Tokyo Kid, Fubuki the Female Ninja, and Artifacts Breaker; cosplay; and more. 8.5-in. x 10.5-in.; black and white; 72 pages on white paper. Cover price $3.95.

Volume 2, Issue 3 - November/December, 1999. 8" x 10.5", 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Chakuro is the archivist for the Mud Whale, diligently chronicling the lives and deaths of his people. As one of the thymia wielders, whose life spans are cut short by their own magic, he knows his time is limited and is determined to leave a better record than his predecessors. But the steady pace of their isolated existence on the Mud Whale is abruptly shattered when a scouting party discovers a mysterious young girl who seems to know more about their home than they do...

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Chakuro is the archivist for the Mud Whale, diligently chronicling the lives and deaths of his people. As one of the thymia wielders, whose life spans are cut short by their own magic, he knows his time is limited and is determined to leave a better record than his predecessors. But the steady pace of their isolated existence on the Mud Whale is abruptly shattered when a scouting party discovers a mysterious young girl who seems to know more about their home than they do...

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

It is year 93 of the Sand Exile, but the implications of that calendar are only now sinking in for Chakuro. Imperial soldiers from the Allied Empire have appeared out of nowhere with orders to kill all the "criminals" of the Mud Whale! The Committee of Elders knows why this is happening but still won't explain it to the young Marked of the island. And the elders would rather see the Mud Whale sink forever to the bottom of the Sea of Sand than leave them all at the mercy of the empire.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

It is year 93 of the Sand Exile, but the implications of that calendar are only now sinking in for Chakuro. Imperial soldiers from the Allied Empire have appeared out of nowhere with orders to kill all the "criminals" of the Mud Whale! The Committee of Elders knows why this is happening but still won't explain it to the young Marked of the island. And the elders would rather see the Mud Whale sink forever to the bottom of the Sea of Sand than leave them all at the mercy of the empire.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

It is year 93 of the Sand Exile, but the implications of that calendar are only now sinking in for Chakuro. Imperial soldiers from the Allied Empire have appeared out of nowhere with orders to kill all the "criminals" of the Mud Whale! The Committee of Elders knows why this is happening but still won't explain it to the young Marked of the island. And the elders would rather see the Mud Whale sink forever to the bottom of the Sea of Sand than leave them all at the mercy of the empire.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The battle for the Mud Whale has become a deadly rout as the Marked fight to protect their home and their comrades from the invading apátheia soldiers. Meanwhile, Chakuro and the rest of the boarding party have made it safely onto the imperial battleship Skyros, but their mission turns bloody when they reach the thymia-shielded chamber at the heart of the ship. How will they destroy the enemy Nous and save the Mud Whale without access to their power?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The people of the Mud Whale have fought off the forces of the Allied Empire-for now-but their only hope for continued survival is to find an ally from beyond the Sea of Sand. So when the bombastic Captain Rochalízo sails his ship alongside their island, Mayor Suou is ready and eager to befriend the stranger. But even if Rochalízo can offer asylum, they have no way to navigate their island. Until the mysterious Aíma begins unlocking the Mud Whale's secrets for Chakuro...

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The people of the Mud Whale have been trapped on the floating island since their ancestors were exiled to the Sea of Sand nearly a hundred years ago, yet their prison has mostly felt like a home. But now the true extent of the punishment inflicted on the criminals of Fálaina has come to light, and the cost exacted by their home is immense.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The Sea of Sand harbors many mysteries, and an encounter with one of them awakens deep memories of the past for the eldest of the Mud Whale. But everyone is still reeling from the recently revealed harsh secrets about the true nature of their home. How can Chakuro and the others handle the new knowledge?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The promised haven of Amonlogia is closer than ever, but the dark history of the Mud Whale still poses a terrible threat to its people. Somehow, learning the truth about the past has freed Ouni's thymia from any constraint, and he is forced to lock himself away to avoid hurting the others. But even with that precaution, his very presence is a danger to his people as Orca mounts an expedition to capture the daímonas and kill everyone else!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The Mud Whale has finally reached the shores of Amonlogia, but it quickly becomes clear that Sir Rochalízo wasn't entirely up-front when he said the people of the Mud Whale would all be welcome. His father the duke has placed harsh conditions on their citizenship, and they have only three days to agree...or face the consequences!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The promised land of Amonlogia has turned out to be a nightmare for the people of the Mud Whale. Suou and the Unmarked are being held hostage, and in order to save them Ouni and Chakuro agree to become captive soldiers for the duke. A battle is inevitable as Orca's forces draw ever closer, but the duke has a far darker mission in mind for Ouni-one that will rock the very foundations of Amonlogia!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 11 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Orca and his imperial troops have arrived in Amonlogia, and Chakuro and the other Marked hope to use the chaos as cover for a rescue operation. But as they attempt to breach the castle to save Suou and the Ummarked, Orca sets out on a diabolical mission of his own. Can Lykos prevent her brother from causing more harm, even if it means killing him?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Chakuro and the other Marked children have freed the Unmarked from the Amonlogian dungeon, but their rescue mission is far from over. The people of the Mud Whale still need to get back to their island home, and the path to safety is blocked by imperial soldiers. Even worse, Orca is determined to secure Ouni in order to carry out his diabolical plans!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Orca has captured Ouni and Lykos, and seems to have so further interest in Amonlogia or the Mud Whale. But the chaos he left behind continues to reverberate as Rochalízo is forced to make a critical choice and Suou must face the true burden of leadership. Meanwhile, the eyes of the mysterious Emperor have turned toward this far-flung battle on the sands and his attention does not bode well for anyone.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Lykos and Ouni have been captured by Orca, but instead of organizing a rescue, Suou has ordered the Mud Whale to set sail for their new homeland. Chakuro won't just abandon his friends though, and he's determined to find a way to save them. But Orca has just declared independence from the empire, and any rescue attempt will end up right in the middle of his cataclysmic plans!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Chakuro, Suou and Shuan boarded the battleship Karcharías hoping to convince Orca to release Ouni and Lykos. But instead of rescuing their friends, they are now caught up in Orca's plan to destroy the Mud Whale and all its residents in order to unleash an apocalypse that will overthrow the Nouses and create a parallel world where humans will never again feel pain or sadness. When words prove useless against Orca's sophistry, will the team from the Mud Whale be forced to use violence?!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Volume 16 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Orca is known as the God of Death, a cold and emotionless soldier who has no qualms about using his little sister as a pawn in his game against the empire. But now Chakuro has seen into the very heart of the pain that motivates Orca's bloody quest. Can a shared history of loss bridge the differences between them? Or is the pull of death too strong for even love to overcome?

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The blight of the tárichos is infecting the people of the Mud Whale with horrifying speed, and the island seems doomed to become a floating graveyard. But visions of the past may have the power to save the future when Chakuro becomes witness to Shaun and Ouni's private recollections.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 18 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The Mud Whale has been overrun with tárichos, a virulent parasitic growth that turns everyone it touches into a mindless husk controlled by the Nous Geráki. The only way to stop the spread of the tárichos is to destroy the Nous, but that won't be an easy task-or one without sacrifice.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

Chakuro and the people of the Mud Whale believe they have found a new home, safe from the ravaging effects of thymia and the threat of the empire. But when calamity follows close on their heels and dark omens gather on the green fields of Kivotós, they learn that when you can't escape fate, your only choice is to face it.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 20 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Abi Umeda.

The emperor and the great Nous Ánthropos have arrived on the shores of Kívotos! Chakuro tries to stand against the emperor and his terrible plan, but the show of resistance only gets him and Lykos pulled to the bottom of the Sea of Sand. Everyone knows that nothing survives sinking under the sands, but death isn't what awaits them in the depths-it's knowledge.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. Banaza, a young merchant, is summoned to an unfamiliar world to become a legendary hero! But his unimpressive stats disqualify him, and Banaza isnt sent home, but exiled to the edge of a monster-filled forest. Fortune takes a turn when his first battle bumps him to Level 2–and his previously NPC-grade stats leap to infinity! Banaza is determined to live a normal life despite his god-level power, but his world is turned upside down yet again when he meets Fenrys–a fair maiden who happens to be a fiendish demon. Kick back and chill with Banazas tale of cheating his way to an easygoing existence in a thrilling fantasy world! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. Chillin' Ain't Easy! Banaza was accidentally summoned into a strange new world. Now he wants nothing more than a simple, quiet life with his new wife–a fierce demon girl named Fenrys. Unfortunately, word of his incredible cheat-level powers gets around, and soon both the king of the nearby Klyrode and the leader of the looming Demon Army will stop at nothing to claim him as their own! Annoyed by their constant interruptions and invitations, Banaza tries to flee, but his world-breaking abilities and connection to demonkind means he will have to choose sides! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. Love and Rage!Snatched from his home and stranded in another world, Banaza originally took the demonic Fenrys as his wife as a practical measure—but now, hes started to realize that his destiny lies in cherishing and protecting her for real. Banazas wake-up call comes when Hiya, the diabolical djinn, sends his bride to deaths door. Unable to control his wrath, Banaza turns to his extraordinary cheat powers—and even Hiya, with powers beyond all human reckoning—is humbled by the havoc Banaza wreaks! But Banaza is so consumed with rage that he doesnt notice that his powers have brought about a miracle! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. THE MOST POWERFUL PAWN! Banaza—now Flio for good—and Rys have managed to become a true happy couple despite being different species. Unfortunately, Flios incredible cheat powers mean that he remains the most powerful piece on the board of this strange new world. Princess Elizabeth of Klyrode pays a visit to Flio to apologize for the cruelty with which her fathers kingdom treated him, and to entice him into her web. Meanwhile, Gholl, the Big, Bad Dark One himself, faces a growing faction of demon kind that doesnt take too kindly to his ongoing association with Flio and other humans. Flio, with his unreal cheat powers, can change the course of the war and the fate of the world! Will he use his strength to destroy his enemies, or his essential kindness to bring peace to the world?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. THE ODD THROUPLE! As hostilities escalate between humans and demons, Flio resolves to stay neutral. But Gholl, the Dark One himself, deposed by his brother Yuigarde in a coup, has other plans! He shows up on Flios doorstep with his right hand Uliminas in tow. With so much world-shaking power gathered under one roof, theres only one thing to do: Road trip! The Kunosaki Hot Spring Resort may be just what Flios motley crew of knights and demons needs. Is a little R&R enough to bring humanity and demonkind together? Or will Yuigarde and his minions pour cold water on Flios vacation plans?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. CHILLIN IS THE HEAD THAT WEARS THE CROWN! While living and working with the erstwhile Dark One Gholl, Flio finds hope that one day the deep rift between humanity and demonkind may be mended. But along with hope comes uncertainty as he grapples with the true extent of his magical power—and how to put it to use for the good of the world. But the disgraced former king of Klyrode has plans of his own. When the king-turned-kingpins foxy new friends throw the economy into an uproar, Flio finds himself caught up in the calamity of commerce. Will he ever achieve the quiet, easygoing life he yearns for? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. HE'S GOT TIME TO CHILL! With his friend Ghozal in danger, Flio calls upon the forbidden time-manipulation magic he once used to save Rys. Even as a voice of warning calls out to him from the Celestial Plane, Flio makes the perhaps fatal decision to protect the peace hes built for his friends. But its not all gloom and doom for Flio and Rys! At last, their mercantile dreams come true as the store opens for business—offering service with a smile to all, even as the conflict between humanity and demonkind grows ever more bitter. Could Flios new store be the starting grounds for reconciliation? Will his extraordinary powers finally bring him the ordinary life he craves! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. PEACE AND WAR! With a display of his prodigious power, Flio brings the conflict between humans and demons to an uneasy halt. At last, he can explore the possibility of peaceful coexistence between the two forces. Then Flio discovers that his time manipulation magic had a terrible cost: it cut off Wyne, the wyvern girl in his care, from her kin–forever! Rys and the rest of Flios companions watch on as his regret drives him to desperation…Can Flios friends help him bear the terrible burden of his incomprehensible abilities? If they cant, their whole world may be in danger! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. DO YOU BELIEVE IN MAGIC!? Caught between warring humans and demons, Flio comes up with a new plan to spark communication between the factions—selling them both the secret to his magic! (With some strings attached.) Meanwhile, all is not well back at the homestead! Balirossa and company struggle with culture shock as they reckon with the newcomer Wyne the Wyvern and her decidedly inhuman takes on life and death. Flios constant search for understanding leads to the snow-covered mountain homeland of the wyverns themselves, where he will walk a mile in their giant, scaly feet. Will hope prevail, or will the border wall of biases stand firm?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Written by Miya Kinojo. Art by Akine Itomachi and Katagiri. ROAD TRIP! Wyne the Wyvern has Flios manor in an uproar! Flio needs his friends to see eye-to-eye with their scaly new housemate, so they all set off for the snow-capped home of Wynes people. There, they meet the last surviving ancient wyvern and learn more than they care to know about the oppressive history of humankind. Meanwhile, Valentine—a fresh arrival from the Realm of Evil itself—sends a trio of djinns Flios way. Their mission? Claim his power for their own so that Valentine can take over! So much for world peace…or can Flio preserve his power and bring harmony to all existence?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 172 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Chirality: To the Promised Land (1997) #1-4.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Softcover, 96 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $2.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Chirality: To the Promised Land (1997) #1-4.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Softcover, 96 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Softcover, 96 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Softcover, 96 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Includes a Pin-Up Gallery!

Softcover, 152 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Satoshi Urushihara.

Includes a Pin-Up Gallery!

Softcover, 152 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

Add to cart Very Fine $9.49

Add to cart Very Good $4.70

Add to cart Very Good $4.70

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung. An all-new series from the creator of Bring It On! Eun-Yo Song has beauty and popularity; everything a girl could want! All the boys declare their love for her, except the one she really wants - heartthrob Chan-Kyung. After a chance encounter with pop-singer Nan Lee, Eun-Yo gets caught up in the world of superstardom! But little does she know that Nan Lee is pulling her strings... and she's about to fall into his trap! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

1st Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung. Forced into the world of super-stardom by the scheming Nan Lee, Eun-yo has given up her friends, her family, and even her beloved boyfriend Chan-Kyung. But the road to becoming a pop star is no picnic! Fitness training, table manners, style & personal grooming - will Eun-yo crack under the pressure or will she show Nan Lee and everyone else what she's really made of? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

1st Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung. Eun-yo's transformation into the singing pop-idol Chiro is complete and she's ready to make her debut! But, the scheming Nan Lee has decided to market her new persona as - a boy? The whirlwind trip through the world of super-stardom continues! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

1st Edition - Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung. Eun-yo has made a big splash in her new persona as male pop singer Chiro. Now, new challenges arise, like avoiding the dreaded poparazzi! Plus, Eun-yo has a chance encounter with her former beau Chan-Gyeong. Will he recognize his true love's eyes beneath the facade of Chiro? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

2nd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung.

Eunyu lives the life of a modern-day princess. She grew up famous as a child model. All the boys love her. All the girls hate her. Day after day, money and opportunity knocks on her door begging to be allowed inside. Then, one day, she falls in love with an ordinary honor student Chankyung. At the same time, Eunyu's alluring face draws the obsessive attention of popular teen icon Inan. Inan desires Eunyu no matter the cost. One boy has the world on a string. The other boy has Eunyu. Only one will win.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 204 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

2nd Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Baek Hye-Kyoung.

By accident, Eunyo burns down the house Inan inherited. They make a deal where Eunyo agrees to dress up like a man and work with Inan as a singing duo.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.