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Akira (1988) 1 CBCS 9.4

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    Akira (1988) #1 CBCS 9.4
    Published Aug 1988 by Marvel.

    Akira (1988) 1 CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Label #24-008646B-001

    Ended Jun 19 6:02 PM CST
    Bid History 20 bids
    Winning Bid $105

    1st printing. Here it is – the first English translation of Katsuhiro Otomo's influential manga series, paving the way for the manga and anime craze to blossom in the English-speaking world. Decades after a mysterious explosion destroys Tokyo, teen bikers Tetsuo and Kaneda encounter a child with the face of an old man; his strange powers hold the key to the mystery. Story, art and cover by Otomo. Color by Steve Oliff, who pioneered the use of computer coloring with this series. Also includes an introductory article by Archie Goodwin. Mature readers. Cover price $3.50. Grade: CBCS 9.4 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)