Usagi Yojimbo Vol. 1 #15


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Stan Sakai's original series starring the rabbit _ronin_ is available online for the first time as part of Dark Horse's complete digital presentation of _Usagi Yojimbo_! The Dragon Bellow Conspiracy� continues! In part three, Usagi infiltrates the castle of the lord who has kidnapped Tomoe Ame. Learning from her of the conspiracy against the Shogun, Usagi rushes to share the news, but is he too late to prevent civil war? Rendered with a grace that verges on the miraculous, _Usagi Yojimbo_ is a delicate echo of a Japan that is vanishing forever.� Alejandro Jodorowsky




Usagi Yojimbo


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Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo is a popular all-ages graphic novel series that chronicles the action-packed wanderings of a ronin in feudal Japan ― as told with anthropomorphic animals. For the first ten years of his career, the battling bunny was published by Fantagraphics Books. This slipcase set collects that entire run (previously published as seven trade paperbacks). With over 1000 pages of story, this is the complete, definitive, early Usagi with plenty of extras for fans and collectors.




Usagi Yojimbo Volume 15: Grasscutter II - Journey to Atsuta Shrine


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created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI Forged in the clouds by the elemental gods of feudal Japan, the legendary sword Kusanagi — also known as "Grasscutter" — holds such power that it is sought after by mighty forces of good and evil. Multiple award winner Stan Sakai continues the epic adventures of his signature samurai rabbit, Usagi Yojimbo, in this second book centering on the mystical sword. Starting with a prologue that unveils the history of the sword, Grasscutter II rejoins Usagi with his samurai travelling companion, Gen, as they journey to the sacred shrine of Atsuta to return the powerful sword to its final resting place. But two ninja clans will fight the honorable samurai as well as each other in order to capture the sword and gain control of the empire with it. An enthralling book for all ages to enjoy, Grasscutter II will amaze readers with its narrative depth and poetic storytelling.




Usagi Yojimbo


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Usagi Yojimbo Book 2


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The bunny's back! Originally printed in the long out-of-print Usagi Yojimbo #1 through 4, this volume features Usagi's origins as a wandering rabbit warrior in feudal Japan, and introduces many members of the cast of characters. Brimming with exciting swordfights, authentic locales and costumes, drama and humor, this is some of Stan Sakai's finest work. If you're unfamiliar with this multiple Harvey and Eisner winning comic for all ages, then what rock have you been living under?! Get your history lesson right here.




Space Usagi: Death and Honor


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The rabbit ronin's classic adventure in space—now in color and with a bonus issue-long story! Featuring Stan Sakai's emotive artwork and expert lettering, with colors by Emi Fujii. With a new introduction from Stan Sakai, and also collecting the Space Usagi: Yokai Hunter one-shot comic! As the general of Lord Shirohoshi's space fleet, it's Usagi's responsibility to keep the lord and his heir safe. Now tasked with the education and protection of the lord's heir, Usagi must remain vigilant at all times to protect the heir from a murderous plot and an unexpected betrayal. Collects Space Usagi: Death and Honor #1­–#3 and Space Usagi: Yokai Hunter.




Usagi Yojimbo Origins, Vol. 1: Samurai


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Presenting the complete saga of rabbit ronin Miyamoto Usagi from the very beginning, in new, definitive color editions! Before his journey as a wandering, masterless samurai (ronin) began, Usagi underwent intense training under a mountain hermit, Katsuichi-Sensei, taking his first steps down the path of the warrior. Eventually, that path leads him to the pivotal battle of Adachigahara, which serves as the impetus for the host of amazing tales to come. Collected in full color as never before, discover--or rediscover--the critical origin of Stan Sakai's most beloved character as he tells his story, setting the stage for the decades-long epic that follows. Collects IDW's Usagi Yojimbo Color Classics #1-7, which presents 1987's "Samurai" storyline in color for the first time. Also collects "Kappa," "A Quiet Meal," "Blind Swords-Pig," and "Lone Rabbit and Child!"




Usagi Yojimbo Vol. 1 #25


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Stan Sakai's original series starring the rabbit _ronin_ is available online for the first time as part of Dark Horse's complete digital presentation of _Usagi Yojimbo_! On a rainy, moonless night, Usagi feels a presence as he enters a small village, but when the villagers tell him of a demon who haunts the bridge into town, he dismisses the tale as hysteriauntil the creature attacks! In addition to protecting the village, the rabbit _ronin_ must defend himself from the demon's grudge, in The Bridge�! As a storyteller, Stan Sakai is one of the few artists working in comics who completely understands the medium. Stan writes each installment of _Usagi Yojimbo_ as a tapestry that moves the characters and their relationships forward.� Jeff Smith




Usagi Yojimbo Vol. 1 #27


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Stan Sakai's original series starring the rabbit _ronin_ is available online for the first time as part of Dark Horse's complete digital presentation of _Usagi Yojimbo_! Usagi faces a horde of monsters in My Lord's Daughter,� one of Sakai's most action-packed stories! Swearing an oath to rescue a princess, the rabbit _ronin_ has to brave a prophecy of death to fight his way through an entire forest of demon warriors, giant animals, and vicious ogres! As a storyteller, Stan Sakai is one of the few artists working in comics who completely understands the medium. Stan writes each installment of _Usagi Yojimbo_ as a tapestry that moves the characters and their relationships forward.� Jeff Smith




Usagi Yojimbo Gallery Edition Volume 1: Samurai and Other Stories


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"This Gallery Edition reproduces Stan Sakai's artwork for Usagi Yojimbo in full color and at original size. This first volume comprises the first ten years of Sakai and Usagi's evolution, spanning from the earliest, unpublished Usagi story in the early eighties to the second Usagi Yojimbo series [in] the early nineties."--About this edition (CIP galley)