Initial D GN (2002-2008 Tokyopop) comic books 2005-2007

Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. While the Fujiwara Tofu Trueno emerges victorious over Kai and his MR-2, Natalie can only think of Tak drifting. Although Tak is feeling betrayed, Natalie is trying her best to get Tak to warm up to her again. When Miki tries to get back with Natalie, Tak steps up to protect her dignity. Miki won't go down without a battle - it's Toyota Celica Vs. the Toyota Trueno. Whoever comes out on top will get the girl! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Miki struck out again! He lost the girl and the race. Running the mountain is no problem for Tak and his Trueno, but there's more to a relationship than just shifting gears. Natalie is getting serious and really wants a definite answer from Tak. Not only that, it seems like everyone who owns a car wants a piece of the Eight-Six! Will the Eight-Six remain victorious? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 18 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. It's shear motor madness as the match between Tohru's Miata and Tak's Trueno race to the edge of excitement. Tak makes a major maneuver to give him the upper hand but Tohru won't let the victory slip away that easily. As the two hurl down the streets neck-and-neck at break-neck speeds, K.T. sets up for his uphill battle against Jonrou Kawai. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. When Takumi was talking with Project Dâ's mechanics, he explains that he really enjoys what heâ's doing now. As the race between Project D and the wildcard Toudou School looms in the near future, each team meticulously prepares for battle. Vehicles are tuned to precision and strategies are carefully considered. When the day finally arrives the first meet is between Tak and Touduoâ's Daiki Ninomiya. And then it's on. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 20 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Proving that passing Daiki was no fluke, Tak wins his race. Now it's up to K.T. to keep up the momentum as he takes on Todo's "Smiley" Sakai. They call the guy "Smiley" because in the heat of battle his face scrunches up into what might be deceptively described as a grin. Sakai's smile quickly fades, though, when K.T. beats him in their race. After this defeat, a long absent member of the Todo team comes back to defend the team's sullied reputation...a member so tough that even Kyle calls Ry to warn him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 21 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. The pressure is on Tak more than ever before and Ryâ's got some words of advice for his star driver as they prepare for the big race against Tomoyuki. Tomoyuki's been on the pro circuit and Tak will have to use every move in his bag of tricks if he hopes to beat him. With the race finally underway, Tak takes a huge gamble and - turns off his headlights! It's a sketchy maneuver, but it pays off in the end when Tak pulls out the win against the pro, Tomoyuki. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 23 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Proving that passing Daiki was no fluke, Tak wins his race. Now it's up to K.T. to keep up the momentum as he takes on Toudou's "Smiley" Sakai. They call the guy "Smiley," because in the heat of battle his face scrunches up into what might be deceptively described as a grin. Sakai's smile quickly fades, though, when K.T. beats him in their race. After this defeat a long absent member of the Toudou team comes back to defend the team's sullied reputation... a member so tough that even Kyoichi calls Ryosuke to warn him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 24 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. he Saitama dream team bring in the Sakamoto aka The Ringer to take Tak down. As it rains, Ry explains to Tak this is his biggest challenge, but he possesses a secret weapon that will drive him to victory. The only problem is Tak has to figure out this secret before he drifts into the storm of Sakamoto. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 25 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. Sakamoto, the Saitama dream team's ringer, is executing perfect drift moves around every corner. Tak's concentration seems to be off. Ry's words continue resonate in his head. K.T. seems to be of no use as Tak is dueling with his most challenging foe. Could this be the rude awaking to the ultimate dynasty of drifters? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 26 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. The next stage is here! Tak is undefeated on paper, but that may go up in flames against a mysterious Impreza. Wondering who is behind the wheel should be the least of his problems since he must face-off against the 4WD Evo! To remain the Project D champion, Tak must push the limit on his eight-six. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 27 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. An "accidental" oil slick has left K.T. with a car that can't be fixed. Sliding into the driver's seat of Kyoko's car, K.T. is focused on drifting to victory. Meanwhile, Tak is battling a Lancer Evo, whose goons are set to unleash some road rage if Tak wins! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 28 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. The cheaters aren't going to let Team D off light: they call in gang-banger reinforcements. Luckily for everyone, K.T. knows one of the gang-bangers from his motorcycle days and everyone gains new respect for K.T.! K.T. also spends a romantic day with Kyoko; will K.T. have a change of heart for Kyoko? And what's in store for K.T. in the big race against Purple Shadow? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.