Samurai Heaven and Earth (2006 2nd Series) comic books
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Issue #1
Published Nov 2006 by Dark Horse.$2.50
$2.50
The all-star team of writer Ron Marz and artist Luke Ross returns for a sequel to last year's acclaimed series! The samurai Shiro followed his kidnapped love, Yoshiko, across Asia and Europe, from feudal Japan to Paris and the mirrored halls of Versailles. Reunited only briefly, the lovers were wrenched apart once again by the treachery of a Spanish nobleman determined to possess Yoshiko. Now the Spaniard has fled, with Yoshiko his prisoner, and Shiro pursues, swearing vengeance. Their journey will take them from Spain, to the azure waters of the Mediterranean, and finally to the sands of fabled Egypt. Swashbuckling historical epics have never looked so good, thanks to the exquisite artwork of Luke Ross (Jonah Hex). Praise for the first Samurai: Heaven and Earth series: 'The magnificence of Samurai: Heaven and Earth results from the combination of a charismatically eanest protagonist, the verisimilitude of the story's early eighteenth century settings, and the sheer grandeur of Luke Ross's artwork.' - Silver Bullet Comics ' Samurai features some of the best artwork I have ever seen in a comic. Ron Marz delivers a linear plot that manages to be entertaining because of its setting and style.' -IGN Samurai: Heaven & Earth? © 2006 Ron Marz and Luke Ross. Cover price $2.99.
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Issue #2
Published Jan 2007 by Dark Horse.$3.20
$3.20
$2.50
The swashbuckling epic from Ron Marz (Ion) and Luke Ross (Jonah Hex) continues! The samurai Shiro pursues his lost love, Lady Yoshiko, by booking passage on a Mediterranean trader, intending to follow her to the New World. But when Shiro realizes Yoshiko has been captured and taken to the Egyptian coast, he finds himself trapped on a ship that will take him half a world away from her. Even Shiro's sword might not be enough to best an entire crew with cutlasses drawn! Praise for the first Samurai: Heaven and Earth series: 'The magnificence of Samurai: Heaven and Earth results from the combination of a charismatically earnest protagonist, the verisimilitude of the story's early eighteenth century settings, and the sheer grandeur of Luke Ross's artwork.' - Silverbulletcomics.com ' Samurai features some of the best artwork I have ever seen in a comic.' -IGN.com Cover price $2.99.
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Issue #3
Published Feb 2007 by Dark Horse.$4.00
$2.50
$2.50
The samurai Shiro has crossed continents and the Mediterranean Sea in order to be reunited with his love, Yoshiko. Now he finds himself searching Egypt's crowded bazaars and empty sands for her. But unknown to Shiro, Yoshiko has been taken to the desert stronghold of a powerful warlord and locked away in his harem. And her only hope of escape may well be the villainous Spaniard, Don Miguel. The superb team of Ron Marz (Ion) and Luke Ross (Jonah Hex) continue their sexy, swashbuckling, romantic epic. Samurai: Heaven & Earth? © 2006 Ron Marz and Luke Ross. Cover price $2.99.
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Issue #4
Published Mar 2007 by Dark Horse.$2.50
$2.50
Acclaimed creators Ron Marz and Luke Ross continue their magic, bringing breathtaking art and classic storytelling to the tale of a samurai warrior who will let nothing stand between him and the woman he loves. Shiro has followed his kidnapped love across Asia and Europe, all the way to a warlord's stronghold in Egypt. But even if Shiro can find Yoshiko and free her from her captivity, can they possibly survive the searing sands of the unforgiving desert? And will the villainous Don Miguel let Yoshiko slip away from him so easily? All the pieces are falling into place as the swashbuckling epic sets the stage for a bloody and unforgettable final confrontation! Cover price $2.99.
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Issue #5
Published Jun 2007 by Dark Horse.$3.20
$2.50
The samurai Shiro's quest has led him across all of Asia and Europe in pursuit of his love, the lady Yoshiko. Now his journey has brought him to the sands of Egypt, where the lovers are finally reunited. There, amidst the crumbling ruins of a once-great civilization, Shiro and Yoshiko will make their final stand against fierce desert warriors, a savage sandstorm, and the villainy of their nemesis, Don Miguel. The lovers have sworn to be together, whether it be in life . . . or death. Writer Ron Marz and artist Luke Ross unite to reveal the climactic chapter in the latest volume of their acclaimed epic. 'If you don't like comic books that have intricate plots, interesting characters, and majestic artwork then yes, you should be passing this by and reading something else.' -Silver Bullet Comic Books Cover price $2.99.
