Bunraku part 3. A sinister force grows in strength, and Usagi must team up with the supernaturally powered Sasuke to defeat it. The heroic duo is in for the fight of their life as the danger becomes even more bizarre than they could imagine! Don't miss the thrilling conclusion to Stan Sakai's first Usagi Yojimbo story at IDW Publishing!
Usagi joins his friend the bounty hunter, Gen, and his partner Stray Dog in recovering a stolen sword, an heirloom of the Higashi Clan. However, they quickly find that possessing the sword is one thing, but returning it is something entirely different as they must fight through a gauntlet of rivals wanting to claim the reward for themselves.
Ransom, Part 2 of 3. Kiyoko has been kidnapped and is held for ransom by Boss Hasegawa. He wants the ledger of bribes that Kitsune had stolen. Usagi, Yukichi and Kitsune know they would be walking into a trap, but they find aid from a very unexpected source. Or do they? How far can they trust someone they know will betray them?
Kiyoko has been kidnapped and is held for ransom by the local mob. Boss Hasegawa wants the ledger of bribes that Kitsune had stolen, but how can they buy Kiyoko's freedom when that book had been stolen from the thief? Usagi, Yukichi and Kitsune try to bluff their way with Boss Hasegawa, but their scheme is uncovered when the real thief tries to sell the book to the big boss!
The Secret of the Green Dragon, Part 1 of 3. Usagi and Yukichi are obligated to deliver a priceless jade dragon to Merchant Awase. They witness a runner delivering a parcel of jewels to the same merchant killed on the road ahead. However, the killers left the jewels and escaped with the container. They come to the realization that the box they carry may be even more valuable than the jade within.
With the Komori (Bat) Ninja Clan behind them, Usagi, Yukichi, and Chizu flee over the snow-covered pass. They have to cross a frozen lake, but their position in the open on such a slippery surface makes them easy prey for the bats-and the ice is not completely frozen! Also, Yukichi learns a valuable lesson: you can't trust a ninja.
Merchant Awase, his family, and all his employees are dead, and his shop has been ransacked. Chizu, former head of the Neko Ninja, reveals to them the secret document they carry hidden in a nondescript jewelry box. A document that Lord Hikiji, the Shadow Lord, wants and has sent his Komori (Bat) Ninja squad to retrieve, no matter the cost.
A Ghost Story (Part 1 of 1) Usagi and Yukichi come upon a young woman, Shizuye, praying at a shrine to a girl murdered fifty years ago by her married lover. Shizuye is in the same predicament, and Usagi and Yukichi take it upon themselves to become her protectors. However, all is not what it seems as the local priest warns them to beware of ghosts in the area.
The Long Road Usagi and Yukichi come to the rescue of a famed art dealer and his assistant attacked by bandits on the road. Unfortunately, the dealer is killed and they take it upon themselves to deliver a precious carved jade dragon to the buyer. However, the assistant is not the trusted employee he appears to be.
Yukichi, part 2 of 2. Usagi and his new friend, Yukichi, continue on to carry out the last request of Yukichi's sensei. However, they have stirred up the ire of the local swords school who are dead set on preventing them from completing their mission. To compound the situation, the school discovers that Usagi is a traitor with a reward for his head.
This series collects the original early issues of the acclaimed long-running series, NOW IN FULL COLOR! Every issue will also feature new behind-the-scenes material and art. Whether you're a long-term Usagi fan or brand new to the adventures of the ronin rabbit, this series will be the perfect addition to your comic library!
Don't miss the pivotal Usagi Yojimbo issues that started a multi-decade journey! This issue features parts five and six of the classic Samurai storyline detailing some of Usagi's most formative moments in training with all new colors by Ronda Pattison!
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 present 1987's Samurai storyline in color for the first time. [(w) Stan Sakai /(a) Stan Sakai /(ca) Stan Sakai)]
Presenting the earliest adventures of rabbit ronin Miyamoto Usagi, with our first full-color series edition -giving new readers the perfect opportunity to explore this groundbreaking series while offering long-time fans a new reading experience! Usagi's cast of characters continues to expand with the first appearances of his longtime tokage (lizard) companion, Spot and his greatest nemesis -the demented, and perhaps immortal, wolf warrior Jei (Grasscutter)! Join Usagi as he is tested in an emotionally captivating tale between the bonds of family and the bounds of honor, as he helps an elderly mother face the villain her son has become. When the blind swordspig Zato-Ino comes back for revenge, can Usagi still triumph after the playing field is leveled? All this, plus more adventures in anthropomorphic Edo Japan! Wanderer's Road collects the stories The Tower, A Mother's Love, The Return of the Blind Swordspig, Blade of the Gods, The Tea Cup, and The Shogun's Gift from Usagi Yojimbo Vol. One, issues #7-12, originally published in black and white by Fantagraphics from March to October 1988.
Presenting one of Usagi's greatest story arcs in an all-new full-color edition for the first time, giving new readers the perfect opportunity to explore the groundbreaking series while offering longtime fans a new reading experience. 'The Dragon Bellow Co
Presenting the complete saga of rabbit ronin Miyamoto Usagi from the very beginning in new, definitive color editions! This volume focuses on a series of important short stories from the early days of Usagi's adventures, including "Frost and Fire," "A Kite Story," "Blood Wings," "The Way of the Samurai," and "Lone Goat and Kid"! Beginning with these early issues, find out why the series has won ten Eisner Awards, two Harvey Awards, an American Library Association Award, and has been called by Stan Lee, "one of the most original, innovative, well-executed comic books anywhere to be found." Collects all-new color editions of issues #19-24 of Usagi Yojimbo Vol. 1, originally published in black-and-white by Fantagraphics.
The rabbit ronin's adventures hit an early peak with Usagi's first encounters with the Lord of Owls, Inspector Ishida, and more, and Grasscutter, the grandest Usagi tale to date! Featuring brand new original cover art by Stan Sakai! Collects Usagi Yojimbo volume 3 #7-#30 and Usagi Yojimbo: Green Persimmon!
Usagi faces a new foe who wears a demon mask, the Eisner-winning "Grasscutter" storyline receives a sequel, pickpocket Kitsune's history is revealed, Sasuké the Demon Queller makes his debut, and an ally long thought dead returns! Collects Usagi Yojimbo Volume 3 (#31-#52), along with stories from Dark Horse Presents and more!
This fifth definitive Usagi Yojimbo collection sees the return of many of Usagi's friends. Inspector Ishida, the sneaky thief Kitsune, and the fearsome bounty hunters Gen and Stray Dog all make appearances. The retainer Tomoe Ame also returns in Mother of Mountains, Tomoe's Story, and the poignant tea ceremony tale, Chanoyu. Collects Usagi Yojimbo volume three #76-#93, Usagi Yojimbo Color Special #1-#3, and more!
Miyamoto Usagi's journey as the rabbit ronin continues ever onward! In this definitive Usagi Yojimbo Saga collection, a new love tempts Usagi to abandon his wandering lifestyle, the origin of the demon Jei is revealed at last, and Frank Miller, Jeff Smith, Sergio Aragonés, and more contribute to the landmark Usagi Yojimbo issue #100! Stan Sakai's evocative artwork and gripping tales continue to enthrall readers of all ages. Collects the Usagi Yojimbo volumes Bridge of Tears, Return of the Black Soul, and Fox Hunt!
One of the most critically acclaimed, longest running, and beloved adventure comics! This seventh volume includes the stories Traitors of the Earth, in which Usagi faces the undead; A Town Called Hell, which see Usagi caught in the crossfire between two competing lords; and Those Who Tread on the Scorpion's Tail, where Usagi takes on the notorious Red Scorpions-and more! Collects Usagi Yojimbo Volume Three #117-#138, Free Comic Book Day 2009 story One Dark and Stormy Night, and Usagi Yojimbo Color Special #5 story Cut the Plum Stan Sakai's evocative artwork and gripping tales continue to enthrall readers of all ages.
Usagi and Inspector Ishida team up in the ninth volume of the rabbit ronin saga as they undertake unusual measures and enlist the help of a few surprising sources to solve a series of murders and mysteries! Then, join forces with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the ongoing battle of good versus evil from Edo-era Japan to New York City! Collects Usagi Yojimbo volume 32: Mysteries, Usagi Yojimbo volume 33: The Hidden, and every existing Usagi Yojimbo/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossover comic in existence!
In this fifth definitive Usagi Yojimbo compilation, the rabbit ronin's friendship with retainer Tomoe Ame is spotlighted in the epic-length Mother of Mountains, her origin Tomoe's Story, and the poignant tea-ceremony tale Chanoyu. Collects Usagi Yojimbo Volume 3 #76-#93, Usagi Yojimbo Color Special #1-#3, and more! • Full-color cover gallery! • Also available in a signed and numbered hardcover edition, limited to 1,500 copies!
Perhaps the best samurai rabbit story ever told. With 'The Tower' (introducing Spot the Wonder Lizard), 'Return of the Blind Swordspig,' the hilarious Groo tribute 'The Tea Cup,' and a crossover with the Ninja Turtles! Usagi Yojimbo Book 3 collects full-length Usagi stories from issues #7 through #12 of the original Fantagraphics series, including 'The Tower' (which introduces Usagi's traveling companion Spot the Wonder Lizard), 'Return of the Blind Swordspig,' 'A Mother's Love,' 'Blade of the Gods,' 'The Shogun's Gift,' and the hilarious Groo tribute 'The Tea Cup,' co-starring the amoral mercenary rhino Gen. ('Gen does what Gen does best!') Plus, the little-seen Usagi team-up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, 'Turtle Soup and Rabbit Stew,' written and drawn by Sakai. A must-have for adventure lovers of all ages! Black-and-white comic throughout
The novel-length 'The Dragon Bellow Conspiracy' is jam-packed with lethal sword battles alternating with humor, horror, suspense and slapstick. This beautifully crafted, exciting volume is a great starting point for new readers! One of the great epics in the comic book field stars a rabbit? That's right, Stan Sakai's enormous dramatic saga of death and treachery, of ambition and honor, is the comics equivalent of Akira Kurosawa's classics such as The Seven Samurai and The Hidden Fortress. This volume of the Usagi series features the novel-length 'The Dragon Bellow Conspiracy,' which originally ran in six consecutive issues of the Usagi comics series. Jam-packed with lethal sword battles alternating with humor, horror, suspense, and slapstick, this beautifully crafted and exciting volume features all of the most popular supporting characters from the series, including Tomoe Ame, Gen the rhino, and Zato-Ino the blind swordspig. Both an excellent starting point for new readers, and an absolute necessity for Usagi completists! Black-and-white comics throughout
Usagi faces Ninja bats and the 'Lone Goat and Kid.' 'Frost and Fire' and 'The Way of the Samurai' provide psychological drama, and 'A Kite Story' is a fascinating look at the life and work of a 17th century Japanese kite maker. This fifth volume collects the epic-length 'Blood Wings,' in which Usagi battles a fearsome clan of ninja bats, while 'Lone Goat and Kid' offers a cunning and affectionate parody of the famous 'Lone Wolf and Cub' manga while doubling as one of Usagi's most dramatic and heartfelt adventures. 'Frost and Fire' and 'The Way of the Samurai' provide the psychological drama of this volume, which is rounded out by one of the most unique Usagi tales ever, 'A Kite Story,' which doubles as a fascinating look at the daily life and work of a 17th century Japanese kite maker, dramatically showcasing the thoroughness of Sakai's research and his skills as a storyteller. Featuring a foreword by the legendary Stan Lee! Black-and-white comics throughout
The novel-length title story relates the heretofore untold story of the mercenary swordsrhino Gennosuke. This volume also introduces a new romantic interest for Usagi, tells the final fate of the Blind Swordspig, and more! [(W/A/CA) Stan Sakai]
THE RABBIT RONIN'SJOURNEY CONTINUES! In this volume, Usagi teams up with fan favorite Inspector Ishida, helps an allied clan protect its honor, discovers how deadly the soy sauce business can be, and more! Features Two Hundred Jizo, Usagi's two hundredth consecutive issue drawn by Stan Sakai! Collects Usagi Yojimbo #139-#144, plus three additional, previously uncollected stories: Buntori, The Artist, and Sukanku! • Introduction by Guy Davis (The Marquis, concept artist on Pacific Rim and The Strain)!
THE RABBIT RONIN'SJOURNEY CONTINUES!
Follow these all-new full-color adventures of rabbit ronin Miyamoto Usagi as he wanders Edo period Japan on his warrior's journey. This first volume of all-new material continues the saga of Usagi Yojimbo with the three-part "Bunraku," as Usagi becomes embroiled in a puppet drama where the players are not quite what they seem! Will the aid of a supernatural ally be enough for Usagi to prevent more death? Then, Usagi goes back to his roots as a yojimbo (bodyguard) when he is hired by Lady Mura, a famous writer, to keep her safe on her perilous journey to her father's home. Plus, a 35th anniversary special where Stan Sakai revisits the very first Usagi story, "The Goblin of Adachigahara", expanding it from 8 to 24 pages and adding new insights into the characters and events, as well as revealing the reason for Usagi's pilgrimage back home. In the final story, Usagi joins his friend the bounty hunter, Gen, and his partner Stray Dog in recovering a stolen sword, an heirloom of the Higashi Clan. Collects the first seven issues of the new Usagi Yojimbo series published by IDW.
Usagi's newest adventure finds him fighting in a war with an old teacher and strange new allies-and helping a new friend complete a mission! Usagi seeks out an old teacher, Sojobo, but upon finding him, learns that a new brand of Tengu mountain goblins have invaded the Western Peak. Savage and relentless, they are determined to drive the established Tengu out and prey upon the people of the area. For the first time, Usagi must ally himself with yokai against an even greater enemy, in Tengu War! Then, in The Master of Hebishima, Usagi delivers a basket of lizards to an eccentric monk who lives on a remote island infested with snakes, where he learns they share a history that goes back to the Great Wars and the Battle of Adachi Plain where Usagi became a ronin. In the final story, Yukichi, Usagi encounters a young swordmaster carrying out the dying wish of his master. Yukichi must deliver Itsuki-Sensei's swords to his nephew, Daido, who will take over his school, however, they must pass through the territory of a rival school intent on preventing them from completing their mission. This third volume collects issues #15-21 of the all-new full-color Usagi Yojimbo series published by IDW.
In "Ransom," Usagi and Yukichi meet up with Kitsune, a street performer and thief, who has stolen a ledger recording bribes to local politicians. When Kitsune's protégé is kidnapped in return, Usagi decides that he must help and get her back. Then, in "Crossroads," Usagi and Yukichi come upon a group of pilgrims who have been left for dead by a band of cutthroat ronin. Deciding to go after them, Usagi must head back to the province, and the danger, from which he has just escaped! Collects #22-26.
Presenting the start of perhaps Usagi's greatest story ever! A sinister plot to overthrow the Shogun percolates and one of Usagi's friends is captured! The ensuing machinations will draw in not only Usagi, but bounty hunter Gen, and the blind swordspig Zato-Ino! All new color makes this a must-have for any long-time fan, as well as a great place to start for any new readers looking to start their own Usagi Yojimbo journey!
Usagi makes a surprise alliance with the ninja Shingen as bounty-hunter Gen finally catches up to the outlaw Zato-Ino for a fight to the finish! Multiple threads start to converge as this classic Usagi tale comes to life in all-new color!
One of Usagi's most classic and epic adventures reaches its penultimate chapter! As a castle is sieged to prevent a revolt against the shogun, Usagi and friends must make a desperate gambit to prevent the land from descending into war. Not everyone will survive the mighty struggle that ensues!
The Way of the Samurai Usagi befriends a famous general from the Great Wars. General Oyaneko was a loyal vassal to his late lord, but his son had refused to listen to his counsel and demoted him to become a magistrate to a small provincial town. Now disgraced and with no lord to serve, the General feels there is only one way to regain his honor as a samurai: challenge Usagi to a duel to the death.
Another Martian rocket crashes into the territory of the Komori, the outlaw clan of ninja bats. Will Tomoe's husband convince them to set aside their differences with the shogun and team up against the alien threat? Meanwhile, Lord Noriyuki reveals the astonishing secret weapon he believes will win the war-you just have to see it to believe it!
Twenty years in his future, Miyamoto Usagi faces a menace from Mars! It will take all the considerable fortitude, ingenuity, and heroism that Usagi and his loved ones can muster to combat the fearsome extraterrestrial war machines and halt the alien invasion. In the end, not everyone will survive to tell the tale. Collects issues #1-#6 of the miniseries.
In this thrilling volume, the rabbit ronin teams up with-and faces off against-a multitude of unexpected characters: destitute bandits, a renegade kappa, and a komori ninja! Then, Inspector Ishida returns to investigate a ghastly painting known only as the Hell Screen! Collects Usagi Yojimbo issues #152-#158. • Foreword by Cullen Bunn (Harrow County, Conan)!
The next chapter of classic Usagi stories begins, newly colored! Usagi begins his adventures in earnest with the quintessential tale The Tower wherein Usagi gets himself into a very precarious predicament all thanks to a mischievous lizard!
A Mother's Love. In this classic tale, Usagi befriends an elderly woman whose son turns out to be a villain who brings misery to their entire village. The bonds of family and honor are tested as Usagi must make an impossible choice!
Revisit the critically acclaimed crossover comic between the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Usagi Yojimbo! This special extended edition comes with new features including the rare Mirage-era story The Treaty! A new cover by Stan Sakai and additional extras!
Sent back in time to feudal Japan, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles immediately face a fight for their lives against Yukichi and Jotaro! Mistaking the Turtles for the violent kappa terrorizing a nearby village, the long-eared samurai descend upon the Turtles with swords brandished. Can the TMNT convince Usagi's allies to aid in their mission to stop Dr. WhereWhen from changing the future? Or will the larger threat prevail while Lord Noriyuki's forces march into the final battle with the Dark Lord Hikiji?
Ambush! The TMNT, Usagi, and Lord Noriyuki's forces have been set upon by the deadly Mogura Ninja clan! With Dr. WhereWhen's location still unknown and a conflict with Lord Hikiji on the horizon, the Turtles and their new allies will need to work together to reach their next battles. No matter what it may cost them!
AMBUSH! The TMNT, Usagi, and Lord Noriyuki's forces have been set upon by the deadly Mogura Ninja clan! With Dr. WhereWhen's location still unknown and a conflict with Lord Hikiji on the horizon, the Turtles and their new allies will need to work together to reach their next battles. No matter what it may cost them!
