Cyborg 009 GN (2003-2005 Digest) comic books

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. They were turned into cybernetic killing machines. Lucky for us, they kept their humanity! This is the story of a half-Japanese juvenile delinquent, Shimamura Joe, a.k.a. Cyborg 009. "Black Ghost," a top-secret organization bent on promoting global warfare, kidnaps Joe along with eight other unwanted members of society from the four corners of the world and turns them into cyborgs. Though the organization intends to turn the group into super-powered killing machines, it's not long before Joe and his new companions rebel against Black Ghost and make their escape with the help of an old scientist. Once Joe and friends have freed themselves, Black Ghost sends a series of other cyborgs and giant robots in hot pursuit. Using their new powers and abilities, our heroes stay one step ahead of Black Ghost and its evil machinations, but can they save the world from its diabolical scheme? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 198 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. They were turned into cybernetic killing machines. Lucky for us, they kept their humanity! This is the story of a half-Japanese juvenile delinquent, Shimamura Joe, a.k.a. Cyborg 009. "Black Ghost," a top-secret organization bent on promoting global warfare, kidnaps Joe along with eight other unwanted members of society from the four corners of the world and turns them into cyborgs. Though the organization intends to turn the group into super-powered killing machines, it's not long before Joe and his new companions rebel against Black Ghost and make their escape with the help of an old scientist. Once Joe and friends have freed themselves, Black Ghost sends a series of other cyborgs and giant robots in hot pursuit. Using their new powers and abilities, our heroes stay one step ahead of Black Ghost and its evil machinations, but can they save the world from its diabolical scheme? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 206 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. 009's search for their kidnapped ally begins to test friendship and loyalty when 009 gets baited into a trap. But if he can find the elusive 0013, 009 may just be able to get closer to the ubiquitous Black Ghost. Then as Neo Nazi's threaten the world and an evil scientist kidnaps the children from Japan's most powerful families, the cyborg team must come together as one and fight for justice. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. They were turned into cybernetic killing machines. Lucky for us, they kept their humanity! Created by Ishinomori Shoutarou - one of Japan's most beloved manga-ka - known by some as the "King of Manga" and author of the long-running Kamen Rider series! "The keen reader will see in Cyborg 009 the beginnings of many themes in modern sci-fi anime and manga, and this series can be enjoyed as much for its historical value as for its entertainment." Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. As war rages in South Vietnam, the team of cyborgs is confronted by group of guerillas led by a mysterious masked man who has a diabolical plan. With the Black Ghost never far behind, the cyborgs uncover an evil scheme that just might lead to global Armageddon. But before they can act, they must save one of their own from behind enemy lines. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 198 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. After our double-zero heroes make their way through the jungles of Vietnam, they step out of the frying pan and into a greater fire. The mighty powerful Greek Myutos Cyborg team has heard about their victory in 'Nam and would like to initiate a little tete-a-tete offensive. Never one to shy away from a Sisyphean challenge, our cyborg super group steps up to battle...but will they sing paeans of victory? Or will the Herculean strength of the Greek team overpower the war-weary 009-led company and find their Achilles heel? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. Our double-zero heroes clash with Atlas, the XXXL Greek Myutos cyborg. The vicious battle wreaks havoc on 009, whose vital signs approach 000. Meanwhile, Dr. Uranus butts heads with a giant dinosaur that wants to use the steel supermen as fossil fuel. It's an international adventure filled with fire-breathing lions, a chaotic canine, and a drive down the Champs-Elysees in gay old Paris! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. Four years have past since our heroes' last adventure, and the mechanistic macho men seek to retire to the simple live. However, 009 remains fast and furious as his nom de guerre, Hurricane Joe, a hotshot race car driver. But a yellow flag is raised when Joe encounters the mysterious, dark power of the Black Ghost. Just when 009 thinks he's out, they keep dragging him back in! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. 009 has double vision when he sees two Helens--although their faces aren't launching a thousand ships, they sink 009 into a ball of confusion. The rest of our alloy alliance is in for a double-crossing. While closing in on the Black Ghost, a member of gang zero-zero turns out to be a big fat zero! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shotaro Ishinomori. In the unrelenting battle with the Black Ghost, our double-O heroes have traveled around the world, dived to the murky depths of the oceans and rocketed to the cool, far reaches of outer space. All the while, the Black Ghost has paved a path for perpetual war...but now all roads must come to an end. In this grand finale, the Teflon team journeys deep into the ranks of the Black Ghost, all the way to its secret, central command! But what 009 finds will shock the mechanical daylights out of him. Will the Black Ghost pull the plug on the ennead ensemble once and for all? Or will the machines finally destroy their creator? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.