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  • Issue #13-REP
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 13-REP

    Volume 13 - 2nd and later printings. "Mirror of the Soul!"

    Story and Art by Hiroaki Samura.

    Anotsu Kagehisa, master swordsman and leader of the rogue Itto-ryu dojo, has sheathed his blade for the moment to join in marriage with the daughter of a swordmaster whose dojo is to be brought under Onotsus' dark wing. But for a man of action, the formal traditions of feudal Japan can be just as tense and fraught with hidden agendas as the battlefield. And while Anotsu may indulge in a moment of peace, his enemies are not at rest, among them Rin, who has stalked him for years to take revenge for the murder of her parents. Anotsu had best make sure that if he stops to smell the flowers, he doesn't end up losing his head!

    Softcover, 256 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., B&W.

    Cover price $17.95.

  • Issue #14-1ST
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 14-1ST

    Volume 14 - 1st Printing. "Last Blood!" Collects Blade of the Immortal (1996-2007) #90-98.

    Story and Art by Hiroaki Samura.

    Rin has spent countless days chasing the murderer of her parents, and now she has Anotsu Kagehisa where she wants him, but the deathly ill Anotsu is too sick for the honor-bound Rin to strike down. But such is not the case for the students of the Shingyötö-ryü, who are out to avenge the death of their sword master, and they have Rin captured and Anotsu cornered. The spirit of revenge is thick in the air?and about to get thicker as Manji, Rin's immortal bodyguard, finally reunites with his charge as this pot of retribution prepares to boil over. And so Manji's faced with a strange irony?to save Rin, he must cut down the men who are out to kill Anotsu, Manji's sworn enemy!

    Softcover, 256 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., B&W.

    Cover price $17.95.

  • Issue #14-REP
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 14-REP

    Volume 14 - 2nd and later printings. "Last Blood!" Collects Blade of the Immortal (1996-2007) #90-98.

    Story and Art by Hiroaki Samura.

    Rin has spent countless days chasing the murderer of her parents, and now she has Anotsu Kagehisa where she wants him, but the deathly ill Anotsu is too sick for the honor-bound Rin to strike down. But such is not the case for the students of the Shingyötö-ryü, who are out to avenge the death of their sword master, and they have Rin captured and Anotsu cornered. The spirit of revenge is thick in the air?and about to get thicker as Manji, Rin's immortal bodyguard, finally reunites with his charge as this pot of retribution prepares to boil over. And so Manji's faced with a strange irony?to save Rin, he must cut down the men who are out to kill Anotsu, Manji's sworn enemy!

    Softcover, 256 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., B&W.

    Cover price $17.95.

  • Issue #15-1ST
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 15-1ST

    Volume 15 - 1st printing. "Trickster!" Collects Blade of the Immortal (1996-2007) #99-105.

    Story and Art by Hiroaki Samura.

    Kidnapped and bound by three Itto-ryü warriors, Rin is unable to warn her bodyguard Manji, the immortal swordsman, that he's heading into a trap. To make matters worse, the Itto-ryü possess a large dose of kessen-satsu, the only poison known to damage Manji's blood and severely cripple his regenerative abilities. And is Mugai-ryü assassin Giichi following Manji in order to help rescue Rin ... or will he just stick around long enough to finish off any survivors?

    Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., B&W.

    Cover price $16.95.

  • Issue #16-1ST
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 16-1ST

    Volume 16 - 1st printing. "Shortcut!" Collects Blade of the Immortal (1996-2007) #106-111.

    Story and Art by Hiroaki Samura.

    As Rin frets over her bodyguard Manji's disappearance, she is surprised by the arrival of two traveling warriors, the feisty, headstrong Döa Yoshino and her huge, brutish companion, Isaku Yasono-ökami. Rin quickly regrets her decision to let this strange couple stay with her, but her detective work takes priority when she returns to the stronghold of Habaki Kagamura to search for Manji.

    Meanwhile, Kagimura's medical examiners begin to test the seemingly immortal Manji, who is imprisoned, chained, and a very unwilling toy in their merciless hands!

    Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., B&W.

    Cover price $16.95.

  • Issue #26-1ST
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 26-1ST

    Volume 26 – 1st printing. "Blizzard!"

    Story and art by Hiroaki Samura.

    The vicious battle continues-and a key character meets a grisly end! With the help of some new allies, Manji and Rin may have a fighting chance, but can a wounded and road-weary Magatsu hold his own against an invigorated, freshly armed foe?

    Hiroaki Samura's spellbinding masterpiece finds several major story lines finally beginning to dovetail!

    Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 224 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS

    Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #31-1ST
    Blade of the Immortal TPB (1997-2015 Dark Horse) 31-1ST

    Volume 31 – 1st printing. "Final Curtain!"

    Story and art by Hiroaki Samura.

    The harrowing, bone-crunching finale!

    Disgraced Edo officer Habaki faces the devious Anotsu in a decisive showdown, while Manji, Rin, and only a few others witness the end of an era. Rin's quest concludes with a violent bang - then things get weirder! Hiroaki Samura's final volume overflows with heartbreak and bloodshed!

    Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/4-in., 288 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS

    NOTE: "Samura's work will thrill you, engage you, and even horrify you like no other artist working in film or print today." - Geof Darrow

    Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Blade of the Moon Princess GN (2023 Viz) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tatsuya Endo. Translated by Casey Loe. Unfortunately, Kaguya's enemies are a step ahead of her, and she ends up ejected from the moon and stranded on the primitive Tainted World below. Can she find her way back to the moon and reclaim the throne that is rightfully hers from the usurpers? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Blade of the Moon Princess GN (2023 Viz) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tatsuya Endo. Translated by Casey Loe. Defiant and brash, Princess Kaguya Takenouchi isn't the ideal heir to the moon's Silver Court. But when villainous usurpers attack her people, she must rise to the occasion and protect the imperial line. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Blade of the Moon Princess GN (2023 Viz) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tatsuya Endo. Translated by Casey Loe. Stranded on the Tainted World, Kaguya sets out to strike an alliance with the Matsunouchi clan, a branch of the Imperial family exiled generations ago. But Kiruhito Matsunouchi finds her first, and an unexpected confrontation between the two will lay bare the secrets of the Imperial family! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

  • Issue #4-1ST
    Blade of the Moon Princess GN (2023 Viz) 4-1ST


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    Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tatsuya Endo. Translated by Casey Loe. After Kaguya has a chance meeting with Toyo, the younger sister of Kiruhito Matsunouchi, the pair travel to the capital in order to clear the name of Kaguya's mother. Meanwhile, Kiruhito learns the truth behind the devastating incident 16 years ago and vows to kill his emperor. New alliances lead to big changes! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Blade Runner Black Lotus Leaving L.A. TPB (2023 Titan Comics) 1-1ST


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    1st printing. Collects Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2022 Titan) #1-4.

    Written by Nancy A. Collins. Art by Enid Balam and Bit. Cover by Jung-Geun Yoon. Back Cover by Creees Li.

    SET AFTER THE EVENTS OF THE BLADE RUNNER: BLACK LOTUS ANIME SERIES!

    Elle, aka Black Lotus, hoped she could leave behind her violent past and find a new life. but is that possible in a world where replicants are still hunted and feared.

    Softcover, 112 pages, full color.

    Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #8-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 8-REP

    Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. "The Blade and Me!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo knows that to retrieve Rukia from the Soul Society, he'll have to go in there himself. But his fight with Rukia's brother Byakuya showed, in no uncertain terms, that Ichigo still has a great deal of rigorous study and training ahead of him. 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 $7.95.

  • Issue #11-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 11-REP


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    Volume 11 - 2nd and later printings. "A Star and a Stray Dog!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo successfully defeats Ikkaku of the Eleventh Company and is rewarded with a valuable piece of information - the location of where Rukia is being detained. However, Ganju is having a harder time with his Soul Reaper opponent. Meanwhile, Orihime and Uryû confront the younger brother of a former opponent. It's time for Uryû to prove to everyone (and himself) how much more powerful he has become. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 212 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #14-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 14-REP


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    Volume 14 - 2nd and later printings. "White Tower Rocks!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and Yoruichi race to save Ichigo's friends from Rukia's cold-blooded brother, Byakuya Kukichi. They arrive to find Ganju in tatters, and Rukia with him. Ichigo is bent on defeating her brother this time, but he is nowhere near prepared. Can he learn decades' worth of skill in just a matter of days? 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 $7.95.

  • Issue #16-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 16-REP


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    Volume 16 - 2nd and later printings. "Night of Wijnruit!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Time is running out for Ichigo and his friends. The scheduled execution of former Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki has been moved up and is now just hours away. Meanwhile, the Soul Society is in chaos, with Soul Reapers drawing swords against one other. Something is rotting at the core of the Soul Society, but who, or what, could be behind it? 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 $7.95.

  • Issue #17-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 17-REP

    Volume 17 - 2nd and later printings. "Rosa Rubicundior, Lilio Candidior!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. The rebellion within the Soul Society grows as doubts spread about the death sentence of ex-Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki. Determined to save her, Rukia's childhood friend Renji vows to cut down the captain of his own squad, unaware of the terrifying fate that awaits him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 220 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #21-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 21-REP


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    Volume 21 - 2nd and later printings. "Be My Family or Not!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and his friends return to the World of the Living, where life goes on as usual. But the arrival of a new transfer student raises disturbing questions, for outside school he carries a zanpaku-to, and wears the mask of a Hollow. 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 $7.95.

  • Issue #22-1ST
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 22-1ST

    Volume 22 - 1st printing. "Conquistadores!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. The noose tightens around Ichigo. His inner Hollow can't wait to consume him, the sinister transfer student has him tapped for a mysterious job, and now powerful new enemies have landed in his hometown to destroy him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 214 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

  • Issue #27-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 27-REP


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    Volume 27 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tite Kubo. Orihime's return from the Soul Society is interrupted by the Arrancar Ulquiorra, who has a different, terrifying path for her. 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 $7.95.

  • Issue #29-1ST
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 29-1ST


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    Volume 29 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and his friends knew invading Hueco Mundo wouldn't be easy, but even the lesser Arrancars are pushing them to their limits! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #30-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 30-REP


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    Volume 30 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and his friends are moving ever closer to the center of Hueco Mundo and rescuing Orihime. But their battles against the Arrancars are testing them in ways they never thought possible. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #31-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 31-REP


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    Volume 31 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tite Kubo. Ichigo and the rest of the rescue squad have made it as far as the fortress of Las Noches and are one step closer to freeing Orihime from the Arrancars' clutches. And although the battles in Hueco Mundo have been brutal, the opponents have been surprisingly honorable. But that is about to change. 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.

  • Issue #35-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 35-REP


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    Volume 35 - 2nd and later printings. "Higher Than the Moon!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. While the Soul Reapers are entrenched in bloody one-on-one battles with the Espadas, their sworn enemy Aizen is preparing to make the next move in his elaborate plan. The battlefields of Hueco Mundo will soon give way to another battlefield where the price of losing will prove to be infinitely higher. 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.

  • Issue #37-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 37-REP


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    Volume 37 - 2nd and later printings. "Beauty Is So Solitary!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. Soul Reaper captain Shinji Hirako has uncovered Aizen's betrayal, but it may be too late. As some of the Soul Society's greatest Soul Reapers transform into Hollows, it will be up to Kisuke Urahara to save them. And back in the present time, the grand battle between the Thirteen Court Guard Companies and the remaining Espada finally begins! 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.

  • Issue #43-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 43-REP


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    Volume 43 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tite Kubo. The battle against Aizen's Espadas continues as the Soul Reapers search for a way to defeat Barragan's terrifying abilities. Meanwhile, Shunsui will need every trick in his bag to compete against Stark! 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.

  • Issue #45-REP
    Bleach TPB (2004-2018 Viz) 45-REP


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    Volume 45 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Tite Kubo. 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.

  • Issue #37-39-1ST
    Bleach TPB (2011-2019 Viz) 3-in-1 Edition 37-39-1ST

    Volume 37-39 - 1st printing. Collects Bleach TPB (2004- Shonen Jump Digest) Vol. 37-39.

    Story and art by Tite Kubo.

    The true depths of Aizen's terrible betrayal continue to unfold in the past, but it is already too late to stop him. In the present day, the Soul Reapers must keep the Espadas from destroying Karakura Town - and the world!

    Softcover, 608 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #58-60-1ST
    Bleach TPB (2011-2019 Viz) 3-in-1 Edition 58-60-1ST

    Volume 58-60 - 1st printing. Collects Bleach TPB (2004- Shonen Jump Digest) Vol. 58-60.

    Story and art by Tite Kubo.

    The mysterious Vandenreich warriors were more than the Soul Reapers could deal with-even with the help of Captain General Yamamoto! In the wake of the disastrous battle, Ichigo retreats to the royal palace to heal his wounds. Once his body is whole, it's time for more grueling training...and a dark revelation about his past!

    Softcover, 592 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #61-63-1ST
    Bleach TPB (2011-2019 Viz) 3-in-1 Edition 61-63-1ST

    Volume 61-63 - 1st printing. Collects Bleach TPB (2004- Shonen Jump Digest) Vol. 61-63.

    Story and art by Tite Kubo.

    The feud between the Soul Reapers and Quincies is as long as it is complicated, and for Ichigo Kurosaki, it just got personal. His mother was from a Quincy family before she married his Soul Reaper father. And now Ichigo's dual heritage has been unleashed in the form of his true Zanpaku-to. But while Ichigo is fighting to come to terms with his real nature, the countdown to the last nine days of the world has begun...

    Softcover, 592 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $14.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Bless GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukino Sonoyama. Translated by KPS Products Corps. At a young age, Aia Utagawa was scouted as a model, but his real ambition is to become a makeup artist. But, even as the end of high school approaches, it's a dream he hides inside, afraid of stepping outside his prescribed role as a pretty face. Then, one day, he meets Jun, a quiet classmate who hunches because she's ashamed of her face, covered in freckles. He convinces her to enter a school runway fashion contest together-with him doing her makeup. They make an incredible team, with Jun discovering a confidence she never knew she could show and Aia finally learning that, while it may be tough to open yourself up to failing at the one thing you care about, the difficulties can be worth facing! Softcover, 6-in,. x 9-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Bless GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukino Sonoyama. Translated by KPS Products Corps. They said Aia was destined to be a model, and Jun was bullied for her freckles. Together, they will take back the power to define themselves in an inspirational fashion manga that asks cutting questions about what it really means to be beautiful--and what it takes to overcome an arbitrary system that seems to respect talent over hard work. At a young age, Aia Utagawa was scouted as a model, but his real ambition is to become a makeup artist. But, even as the end of high school approaches, it's a dream he hides inside, afraid of stepping outside his prescribed role as a pretty face. Then, one day, he meets Jun, a quiet classmate who hunches because she's ashamed of her face, covered in freckles. He convinces her to enter a school runway fashion contest together--with him doing her makeup. They make an incredible team, with Jun discovering a confidence she never knew she could show and Aia finally learning that, while it may be tough to open yourself up to failing at the one thing you care about, the difficulties can be worth facing. Softcover, 6-in,. x 9-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Bless GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukino Sonoyama. Translated by KPS Products Corps. Surrounded by a circle of like-minded talent, Aia finally feels free to pursue becoming a makeup artist. His friend Jun makes her own breakthrough toward a seemingly impossible modeling career. Despite the challenges ahead, their determination to succeed is unstoppable. Competition in the beauty world often gets ugly. To get an advantage, Aia asks his rival Ginga for guidance and on-the-job experience. Meanwhile, just as Jun is about to crack, a celebrity insider lends a helping hand-a move that might seal the deal. Aia and Jun grow more confident, but they also grapple with the reality that there's always someone better. Could that struggle be what drives them to rise above the rest? Softcover, 6-in,. x 9-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    BLITZ GN (2022 Ablaze) 1-1ST


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    Published Nov 2022 by Ablaze.

    Volume 1 - 1st printing.

    Written by Cedric Biscay and Harumo Sanazaki. Art and cover by Daitaro Nishihara.

    From the pages of Shonen Jump comes BLITZ, a shonen manga exploring the elite world of chess!

    Immerse yourself into the world of chess, where intuition and mental agility are precious assets on the way to victory!Tom, a young high school student, has a crush on his classmate Harmony. When he learns about her passion for chess, Tom quickly decides to sign up for the school's chess club.But he doesn't even know the rules! To impress Harmony, he is left with no choice: he must learn quickly and train seriously.

    Soon Tom discovers the existence of Garry Kasparov, the greatest player in the history of chess. He stumbles upon a virtual reality machine that promises to help him analyze the most legendary matches of the master!

    In an unexpected twist of event, Tom soon is granted access to the highest echelons of the chess...

    Softcover, 224 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

    Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    BLITZ GN (2022 Ablaze) 2-1ST


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    Published Apr 2023 by Ablaze.

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Cedric Biscay and Tsukasa Mori. Art and cover by Daitaro Nishihara. Immerse yourself into BLITZ, the new shonen manga series exploring the elite world of chess, where intuition and mental agility are precious assets on the way to victory!After the incident with Caïssa, Tom's chess level has improved considerably. Back at school, he reunites with Harmony, Laurent, Saori, as well as Anne, Marius, and Zhang. These seven chess club members of the International School of Shibuya must now battle each other to determine who will qualify for the prestigious roles of school representatives to compete in the Kantô region Junior High School Tournament.Facing skilled opponents, our heroes' abilities and characters will be put to the test... Memories, rivalries, unexpected reunions... Can the young ISS team come out victorious?As Bonus Material included in each volume, chess games are explained move by move to allow you to better understand the strategy. To facilitate further understanding, a chess lexicon and annotations are included. Softcover, 232 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    BLITZ GN (2022 Ablaze) 3-1ST


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    Published Jan 2024 by Ablaze.

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Cedric Biscay and Tsukasa Mori. Art and cover by Daitaro Nishihara. Immerse yourself in BLITZ, the new shonen manga series exploring the elite world of chess, where intuition and mental agility are precious assets on the way to victory! The intercollegiate championship of the Kanto region continues under the watchful eyes of Karl, who came to watch the potential emergence of new talents and opponents. Although capable of true excellent, Tom is obsessed by his desire to beat the rival Kô, and lets himself be overwhelmed by his emotions that are undermining his concentration... Can Tom and his teammates come out of his tournament stronger? Or will they be defeated both on and off the board? As Bonus Material included in each volume, chess games are explained move by move to allow you to better understand the strategy. To facilitate further understanding, a chess lexicon and annotations are included. Softcover, 240 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Blood Alone GN (2006-2012 An Infinity Studios Digest) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing.

    Story and art by Masayuki Takano.

    A heartfelt love story of a young man out for revenge, who slowly becomes more and more captivated by a young vampire, whose charms are delightful, to say the least. In the dark world of eternal nights, the only pure thing left is the innocent love of a young girl!

    Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 5-in. x 7-in., 210 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $10.95.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Blood Alone GN (2006-2012 An Infinity Studios Digest) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing.

    Story and art by Masayuki Takano.

    The terrible ordeal Misaki endured in the past...Kuroe's missing sister and her past episodes in Europe...the true plot of Blood Alone finally appears in Volume 2 as all of these past events slowly become evident through various well planned mini-plots. Come and rejoin this heartfelt love story of a young man out for revenge, who slowly becomes more and more captivated by a young vampire, whose charms are delightful, to say the least. In the dark world of eternal nights, the only pure thing left is the innocent love of a young girl!

    Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 5-in. x 7-in., 222 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $10.95.

  • Issue #2-REP
    Blood Alone GN (2006-2012 An Infinity Studios Digest) 2-REP

    Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings.

    Story and art by Masayuki Takano.

    The terrible ordeal Misaki endured in the past...Kuroe's missing sister and her past episodes in Europe...the true plot of Blood Alone finally appears in Volume 2 as all of these past events slowly become evident through various well planned mini-plots. Come and rejoin this heartfelt love story of a young man out for revenge, who slowly becomes more and more captivated by a young vampire, whose charms are delightful, to say the least. In the dark world of eternal nights, the only pure thing left is the innocent love of a young girl!

    Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 5-in. x 7-in., 222 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $9.95.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Blood Alone GN (2006-2012 An Infinity Studios Digest) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing.

    Story and art by Masayuki Takano.

    With the plot and background established in Volumes 1 and 2, Blood Alone Volume 3 delves into a series of side-stories which act to both further the main storyline, as well as create a more in-depth understanding and connection between the characters and the reader. A wonderful masterpiece with a dash of vampires, a pinch of elegance, and 200 pages worth of the adorable Misaki!

    Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 5-in. x 7-in., 222 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $10.95.

  • Issue #4-1ST
    Blood Alone GN (2006-2012 An Infinity Studios Digest) 4-1ST


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    Volume 4 - 1st printing.

    Story and art by Masayuki Takano.

    Enter Misaki, perhaps the most innocent and most sincere young lady there ever was. It's almost inconceivable that she could be a vampire. And with her powers as a vampire, she could easily entice any human to do her biding... but she chooses not to. Especially when it comes to Kuroe, a young author who has a deep running past with vampires.

    Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 5-in. x 7-in., 218 pages, B&W.

    NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

    Cover price $10.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Blood Blade GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Oma Sei. Translated by Ko Ransom. Having fallen in battle long ago, Count Vlad Dracula is reborn as a katana-wielding young vampiress in an alternate-history Europe. After the reincarnated Dracula rescues a girl named Clara from a mysterious stranger, Clara explains that she is the creation of a certain Victor Frankenstein. She also reveals that she is fleeing from an organization called Cerberus, which seeks to capture and study "monsters" such as herself in order to create an army of human-monster hybrids. Clara begs the vampiress to flee with her to an island of monsters where the two of them will be safe... but as they set out for Monster Island, the sinister forces of Cerberus are in hot pursuit. Fans of cinematic, gory, supernatural alternate histories, like VAMPIRE HUNTER D, HELLSING, and DANCE IN THE VAMPIRE BUND, will want to sink their fangs into BLOOD BLADE. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Blood Blade GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Oma Sei. Translated by Ko Ransom. Count Dracula is reborn as a katana-wielding young vampiress in a new, never-seen-before action manga set in a gritty, alternate-history Europe! Having narrowly escaped being blown to pieces, Count Vlad squares off against the mercenaries known as Grace and Gramps. However, what began as a battle to the death takes an unexpected turn when the pair end up joining the band of travelers. Count Vlad soon stumbles across none other than the Justiciar, the man who had him executed in the distant past. The Justiciar then recounts the tragic story of his imprisonment and his son's death. Yet he may not have been entirely forthcoming, as Count Vlad and friends soon learn when they cross paths with a young assassin... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Blood Blade GN (2024 Kodansha Comics) 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Oma Sei. Translated by Ko Ransom. Having fallen in battle long ago, Count Vlad Dracula is reborn as a katana-wielding young vampiress in an alternate-history Europe. After the reincarnated Dracula rescues a girl named Clara from a mysterious stranger, Clara explains that she is the creation of a certain Victor Frankenstein. She also reveals that she is fleeing from an organization called Cerberus, which seeks to capture and study "monsters" such as herself in order to create an army of human-monster hybrids. Clara begs the vampiress to flee with her to an island of monsters where the two of them will be safe... but as they set out for Monster Island, the sinister forces of Cerberus are in hot pursuit. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $12.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Blood Lad Omnibus GN (2012- Yen Press Digest) 3-1ST

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuuki Kodama. Imprisoned in Liz's Toy Box, Staz is surprised by a visit from his older brother, the very man he came to Demon World Acropolis to see. But Blaz hasn't come to help Staz unlock the secrets of The Book of Human Resurrection. Instead, he's come to release Staz's true vampire powers, the same magic Blaz sealed away years ago by putting a bullet through his little brother's heart. Staz's strength is needed to conquer a terrible threat that has appeared in the Demon World, and once again Staz finds himself a pawn in his brother's game. Unless he confronts this terror, the secrets of his brother's book will remain a mystery and Fuyumi will remain a ghost! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 352 pages, B&W. Cover price $18.99.

  • Issue #1
    Blood Sword (1988) 1
    Published Aug 1988 by Jademan.
  • Issue #2
    Blood Sword (1988) 2
    Published Sep 1988 by Jademan.
  • Issue #1
    Blood Sword Dynasty (1990) 1
  • Issue #2-REP
    Bloody Cross GN (2013-2016 Yen Press) 2-REP


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    Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Shiwo Komeyama. Translated by Mari Morimoto. Demons and angels collide with a curse in this gothic fantasy that strikes to the core of manga fandom! Tsukimiya and Hinata thought they had secured at last the divine power of God that will allow them to break their deadly curse, but they and Tsuzuki are not the only ones after the power. Even as Tsuzuki collects the power that will fuel his ascent to omnipotence, there is one who would see him brought crashing back to Earth. As both sides race toward the prize, Tsuzuki calls on the half-bloods Tsukimiya and Hinata to join the hunt and prevent the power from falling into dark hands! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Bloody Cross GN (2013-2016 Yen Press) 3-1ST

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shiwo Komeyama. Translated by Mari Morimoto. Demons and angels collide with a curse in this gothic fantasy that strikes to the core of manga fandom! Recovering the first Prophecy Book nearly cost Tsukimiya her life, so securing the second will be no small feat. Now that Satsuki has mobilized in the race to collect God's inheritance, he and Tsuzuki clash violently when the second Book and its key appear simultaneously in two separate locations. Tsuzuki has the conviction, but does he have the strength to defeat the fallen angel, whose determination is such that he is willing to fly in the face of God himself? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.