Afro Samurai TPB (2008-2009 Seven Seas) comic books 1970 or later

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Takashi Okazaki. It's all about revenge - Nothing personal. In the bleak world of the swordsman, it is said that he who becomes the Number 1 samurai shall rule the world. And only Number 2 is allowed to challenge Number 1. Afro Samurai has assumed the mantle of Number 2, seeking vengeance against Number1, a gunman who killed his father years ago. But assassins lurk at every corner, seeking to rob Afro Samurai of the title of Number 2. Can Afro survive long enough to exact his revenge? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W (with blood colored in red). Cover price $10.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Takashi Okazaki. Brutally wounded in his battle against the teddy bear-headed master swordsman Kuma, Afto awakens to find himself in the care of a village of people who have each been stricken by tragedy. Yet unlike Afro, instead of letting their lives become overpowered by the thirst of vengeance, they have embraced the teachings of The One and found inner peace. But their peaceful lives are soon to change forever - for wherever Afro Samurai journeys violence follows in his wake! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W (with blood colored in red). Cover price $12.99.