FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy


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A hardcover volume that showcases the intriguing evolution of pixel art from the Final Fantasy series! Containing detailed sprite sheets that showcase the pixel composition of Final Fantasy's beloved characters, maps of Final Fantasy's most popular highlighting tools used by the developers, and a special interview with Kazuko Shibuya, the character pixel artist for the Final Fantasy series, FF Dot is a one of a kind product that immerses readers into an iconic aspect of the Final Fantasy experience. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to bring fans FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy, translated into English for the first time. This localization of the original Japanese publication holds nearly 300 pages of colorful pixel art, and is an invaluable addition to any Final Fantasy fan's collection.




The Art of Bravely Default


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Experience the fantastical world of Luxendarc like never before! Join the game's creators as they send their heroes on a journey to awaken the elemental crystals from all-consuming darkness, and experience the critically acclaimed Bravely Default in a whole new way. 256 pages of concept art and commentary, delightfully arranged in a colorful hardcover volume offered in English for the first time! This faithful localization of original Japanese content allows readers to explore the story and art behind the game, and features hundreds of pieces of concept art and conversational commentary directly from the creative team! The first of a two-volume series, this collection explores concepts and creativity from the first entry in the standalone Bravely series!




The Cambridge Companion to Video Game Music


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A wide-ranging survey of video game music creation, practice, perception and analysis - clear, authoritative and up-to-date.




Cannabis Works 2 Tatsuyuki Tanaka Art Book


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Tatsuyuki Tanaka a.k.a. CANNABIS's long-awaited 2nd art book is republished! CANNABIS WORKS 2 ("CW2") is Tatsuyuki Tanaka's second art collection, and first in 13 years. Tanaka, also works under the name of CANNABIS, is a sought-after Japanese animator and illustrator, who worked for the legendary animation AKIRA. CW2 collects much of his work from 2003 to 2016, and showcases his recent illustrations for books, magazines and record covers, as well as key art for the Tokyo Anime Award Festival 2015. In addition to those works, it features weapon designs for a Japanese movie GANTZ, character designs for a short film A FAREWELL TO WEAPONS; from Katsuhiro Otomo's film collection SHORT PEACE, and other illustrations for TV animations and video games. Unpublished illustrations and sketches are also included, such as a 22-page silent manga called VISITOR, which is created exclusively for CW2. A treasured book for anime and comic fans, or art lovers seeking for fresh inspiration.




Mark Ryden's Anima Animals


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Mark Ryden returns with an incredible gallery of creatures From his Snow Yak to his very personal interpretation of the California bear, for more than 20 years Mark Ryden has populated an incredible "pop surrealist" bestiary of half-animal, half-plush creatures. Freely inspired by the Rushton toys that enjoyed their heyday in America in the '60s and '70s, these creatures are now the object of a cult worship among fans of the artist, and are one of his marks of distinction in the world of contemporary art. This book reveals the details and backgrounds of the new paintings Mark Ryden has created for his 2020 show at Emmanuel Perrotin's gallery in Shanghai, organized in collaboration with Kasmin Gallery, but also some of his most iconic master-pieces showcasing yaks and others creatures of his own mythology. With a statement from the artist and an essay by Linda Tesner, this pink book will become an instant classic for the lovers of contemporary art and surrealism.




Miraculous Fiction: Copycat


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Perfect for fans of the hit television show, Miraculous, these fiction titles follow the television episodes and are the perfect way to get even the most reluctant readers excited about reading!An artist jealous of Cat Noir and Ladybug's partnership has framed Cat Noir in a robbery. Will Ladybug be able to spot the copycat and clear her partner's name?




Halo Reach


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Lets you follow the action of Noble team and prevent the planet from falling into the hands of the Covenant. This title features a step-by-step walkthrough of the entire game.




The Secret Swan


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At 15, Lady Amiranth St. Clare wed Tristan Beraint, and was heartbroken when she learned he married her only for her bloodline and deserted her for battle. A prisoner of war for eight years, Tristan returns home and is greeted by a woman claiming to be Amiranth's cousin. She is familiar--has his wife grown into a breathtaking beauty, or is this another woman who awakens in him a passion he had never known?




Street Fighter: The Official Street Food Cookbook


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Street Fighter™: The Official Street Food Cookbook brings together your favorite challengers in this global collection of recipes. Inspired by the diverse nationalities of the iconic characters in Capcom’s Street Fighter™ video game franchise, Street Fighter: The Official Street Food Cookbook offers easy-to-make recipes that are perfect for your next party or one-on-one showdown. Sakura Kasugano: High school student, martial artist, and world traveler. Join her as she embarks on a trip around the globe, training, fighting, and trying out delicious new street food snacks. In this book, she shares the stories of her encounters with other fighters and their favorite recipes from their hometowns. This cookbook features delectable treats found in food stalls on the streets of Japan, Spanish tapas from a flamenco tavern, snacks on a pier in the Amazon River basin, and much more. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, this cookbook features recipes and characters from every iteration of Capcom’s hit Street Fighter series. Packed with vibrant photography as well as information about each fighter and the dish they inspired, this book will level up your skills in the kitchen, making it the ultimate culinary companion for everyone from skilled cooks to new challengers.