Black Cat TPB (2006-2009 Viz) By Kentaro Yabuki comic books 1980 or later

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train Heartnet, also known as 'Black Cat,' was an infamous assassin for a secret organization called Chronos... until he abandoned that cold-blooded existence to live life on his own terms as an easygoing bounty hunter. But is Train's past as far behind him as he thinks? 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 $7.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train Heartnet, also known as 'Black Cat,' was an infamous assassin for a secret organization called Chronos... until he abandoned that cold-blooded existence to live life on his own terms as an easygoing bounty hunter. But is Train's past as far behind him as he thinks? 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 $7.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train's partner Sven is determined to rescue Eve - a girl-turned-weapon - from the dangerous arms dealers who are holding her captive. Sven and Train soon discover that the shadowy figure connected to this black market smuggling ring is none other than Train's mortal enemy, Creed. But why does Creed want to join forces with Train? 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 $7.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train's partner Sven is determined to rescue Eve - a girl-turned-weapon - from the dangerous arms dealers who are holding her captive. Sven and Train soon discover that the shadowy figure connected to this black market smuggling ring is none other than Train's mortal enemy, Creed. But why does Creed want to join forces with Train? 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 $7.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train receives a desperate plea for help from Karl, the mayor of Rudeck and one of Chronos's top brass, because a serial murderer with mysterious powers is terrorizing Karl's city. Eve offers herself as bait to lure the killer out, but will she be caught in a deadly trap?! 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 $7.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Persuaded by the promise of a gourmet dinner, Train accepts coy cat burglar Rinslet's invitation to be her date at the birthday bash of a prominent socialite. But Train may have bitten off more than he can chew because among the guests at the party is a murderer who believes that killing is a fine art! 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 $7.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train's mortal enemy Creed summons his followers, the Apostles of the Star, and sets his grand scheme in motion. Creed plans to launch a global revolution by attacking a summit between world leaders and the executives of Chronos. But if the police and secret service can't stop Creed, does Train have any hope of taking him down? 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 $7.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. After hearing that Black Cat is the "ultimate gunman," metal-mouthed menace Durham Glaster vows to claim that title for himself. Desperate to learn of his rival's whereabouts, Durham beats the information out of Train's friends. When the two finally duel, how far will Train go to exact revenge? 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 $7.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. On the wrong side of an eerie case of déjà vu, Train comes to the aid of a troubled boy seeking revenge for the death of his parents and is forced to confront his own vengeance-laden past. Meanwhile, Rinslet creates a shaky new relationship with a dangerous old enemy. 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 $7.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. With her fate lying in Sephiria's manipulative hands, Rinslet becomes a pawn in the Kel Belos commando team's search for Creed and their ongoing attempt to destroy the Apostles of the Star. Meanwhile, a stranger sends Train, Sven, and Eve on a mission to find a missing person they may already know all too well. 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 $7.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. The Cerberus team discovers the location of the Apostles' hideout and finally confronts Creed, only to find themselves battling a beast created by nanomachine technology. Sensing danger, Train appears on the scene. But instead of taking sides, Train has his own agenda. 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 $7.99.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. The battle between Creed's Apostles and the Cerberus Team ends in a draw, with serious wounds on both sides. Just when Train thinks he can relax again, his friends Sven and Eve are captured by Creed, who believes that killing them is the only way to get Train to join him. Now Train has to race to save the only people he can trust. 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 $7.99.

Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Charden and Kyoko have deserted Creed's Apostles of the Stars and joined up with Train and Sven. But it won't be easy to protect them, since Train has been shot by a nanotech bullet that turns him into a little boy. Rinslet goes in search of Dr. Tearju, who developed Creed's nanotechnology, and may be the only one who can return Train to normal. 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 $7.99.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. In order to revert back to his regular-sized self, Train sets out to see Dr. Tearju, a woman who bears a striking resemblance to the girl Eve. But before she can help Train return to normal, the Apostles of the Stars come crashing in, with the intent of forcing Dr. Tearju to join their ranks. A mysterious new weapon may be the only hope for keeping the Apostles at bay! 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 $7.99.

Volume 13 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. After surviving another attack by the Apostles, Train and his partners agree that they must eliminate Creed. At Sven's urging, Train finally reveals the details of his past - the nature of his relationship with Saya Minasaki, the details of his quitting the Chrono Numbers, and the cause of his violent hatred of Creed! 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 $7.99.

Volume 14 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Glin, a mysterious information broker, is forming a Sweeper Alliance in order to destroy Creed and the Apostles of the Stars. He invites Train, Eve and Sven to join their group. But even if this motley crew can locate the Apostles' hiding place, will they be able to survive the perilous journey to get there? 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 $7.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train and the Sweeper Alliance make it to Creed's island hideout. However, the Apostles of the Stars are ready and waiting for them. Separated from the others, Eve must finally do battle on her own when confronted by Leon, the wind master. She has the powers she needs to win, but does she have the heart? 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 $7.99.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train and River put aside their differences as they face off with Shiki, one of the most powerful members of the Apostles of the Stars. Shiki is determined to show that the Tao is the ultimate form of power, and he's going to take down Train, his friends and all of Chronos to prove 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 $7.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. The final stage of the battle begins! Now that Train and the Sweepers have reached Creed's hideout, there is no turning back. But for Train, it's not about avenging Saya's death anymore. He is risking his life to capture Creed as a member of the Sweeper Alliance. 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 $7.99.

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train and Eve are drawn into a bizarre illusory world controlled solely by the Doctor's warped imagination. Train finds himself confronting doppelgangers of Kyoko and Saya. When the two women that should love him the most try to kill him, Train is left in a terrible predicament! 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 $7.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. After fighting their way to the center of Creed's Hideout, Train and Sven find their way blocked by the unexpected appearance of the Chrono Numbers. But the Numbers find their own surprise--Creed appears to have become indestructible! 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 $7.99.

Volume 20 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train faces Creed in a final showdown. Will he come out of this in one piece, or has luck finally run out for the Black Cat?! 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 $7.99.