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Coffin: The Art of Vampire Hunter D (Signed Edition)
 For over twenty years, the character Vampire Hunter D has haunted the imaginations of people around the world, its image forever etched in the mind's eye through the dazzling artwork of Yoshitaka Amano. As the original novels appear in English for the first time, American readers are clamoring for a more extensive look at this singular creation. Coffin obliges. This gorgeous retrospective embraces the full scope of Amano's work with the character: in the novels, as inspiration for the animators of the two theatrical films, rare paintings, and illustrations created for release as limited edition prints. * Amano's illustrations for Neil Gaiman's Sandman series and Greg Rucka's Elektra and Wolverine: The Redeemer won him legions of new fans. * Coffin features an original Vampire Hunter D short story by creator Hideyuki Kikuchi, available nowhere else! * The definitive Vampire Hunter D art book. 113 black and white illustrations and 72 amazing color images! * Coffin: The Art of Vampire Hunter D is part of the...... |
Vampire Hunter D Volume 7: Mysterious Journey to the North Sea, Part One - nick & dent
 A girl's dying wish sends D on an impossible quest in this riveting prose novel. Even a reluctant hero can't refuse the last request of a beautiful woman. On her deathbed, the mortally wounded woman gives him a strange gem and asks him to deliver the priceless stone to her sister, far off in a North Sea fishing village. D's journey is made ever more perilous by a series of scoundrels and rogues hired by the girl's murderer. They'll stop at nothing to claim the jewel. Will they catch him? Hideyuki Kikuchi's crackling narrative and Yoshitaka Amano's imaginative artwork make this a must-read entry in the series. Co-published with Digital Manga Publishing. |
Appleseed Hypernotes TPB
 World War Three is over, but for nomad soldier Deunan Knute and her cyborg lover, Briareos, the greatest challenge lies ahead, not in the abandoned cities and DMZs of a post-war battlefield, but on the streets of a new "utopia." Shirow Masamune's visionary Appleseed is widely regarded not only as one of the linchpin works of graphic fiction, but one of the most influential science-fiction stories in recent memory, culminating in the astonishing 2005 animated adaptation. Appleseed Hypernotes , never before collected in America, features an over 80-plus-page Appleseed tale, plus reams of detailed information and art of the characters, machines, and weapons of Appleseed , presented in a non-Westernized, right-to-left reading format, as originally published in Japan. � Contains Appleseed stories from Super Manga Blast! #25-39. |
Appleseed Volume 1: The Promethean Challenge TPB
 World War III is over, and nomad soldier Duenan Knute and her cyborg partner Briareos struggle to survive in the abandoned cities and demilitarized zones of the post-war wasteland, the "Badside." Matters appear on the upswing, however, when they are found and brought to Olympus, an urban utopia and centerpiece for the reconstruction of civilization. Duenan and Bri join the Olympus police, a force that seems hardly necessary in such a paradise. But, like in most pretty pictures, perfection is an illusion, and Olympus's peaceful facade hides a dark secret, a violent struggle between human and cyborg that could once again plunge the world into war . . . and genocide. * Shirow is well known and critically acclaimed internationally, and is responsible for numerous classic anime/manga titles, such as Appleseed , Dominion , Ghost in the Shell , Orion , and Black Magic . * Produced in the authentic right-to-left reading format, as originally published in Japan. |
Vampire Hunter D Volume 7: Mysterious Journey to the North Sea, Part One
 A girl's dying wish sends D on an impossible quest in this riveting prose novel. Even a reluctant hero can't refuse the last request of a beautiful woman. On her deathbed, the mortally wounded woman gives him a strange gem and asks him to deliver the priceless stone to her sister, far off in a North Sea fishing village. D's journey is made ever more perilous by a series of scoundrels and rogues hired by the girl's murderer. They'll stop at nothing to claim the jewel. Will they catch him? Hideyuki Kikuchi's crackling narrative and Yoshitaka Amano's imaginative artwork make this a must-read entry in the series. Co-published with Digital Manga Publishing. |
Inu Yasha Vol. 24 TPB
 Miroku's eagerness to investigate the cursed castle of a giant oni or 'ogre' is at odds with the reluctance of Inuyasha. Is Naraku's absence from the scene a sign of increased demon activity to come? Next a misplaced monkey-god makes for mischief with Inuyasha and the others. Later the reappearance of demon-slayer Sango's little brother Kohaku is just the start of new complications. |
Inu Yasha Vol. 26 TPB
 Inu Yasha and friends encounter a strange mountain with mystical powers. The mountain is so sacred Kirara Kikyo and Shippo can't even set foot on it! Meanwhile the Army of Seven have resurrected their final member and now seek revenge on those responsible for their original deaths. Elsewhere Sesshômaru is in pursuit of Kohaku when he too is refuted by the purity of the mountain. |
Cowboy Bebop Vol. 1 GN (New Printing)
 Spike, Jet, Faye and Ed - cowboys on the new frontier. Together this band of interplanetary bounty hunters takes on the jobs that anyone in their right mind would turn down. Based on the smash-hit anime series, Cowboy Bebop Volume 1 features four all-new comic misadventures of the Bebop crew as they prove that they'll do anything for cold, hard cash. |
Art Of Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust HC
 IDW is proud to present the stunning art of Vampire Hunter D-a timeless world full of spectacular action drama and science-fiction. Beautifully animated by MAD HOUSE studios and directed by the world-renowned Yoshiaki Kawajiri (acclaimed for his work on Wicked City and Ninja Scroll) Vampire Hunter D is the greatest example of cooperative creative efforts between Japan and the US. This collection includes concept art and images from the animated film. |
Art Of Fullmetal Alchemist Vol 2
 by Hiromu Arakawa A second art book featuring the characters from the top-selling and award-winning manga series, Fullmetal Alchemist. Includes original color artwork from creator, Hiromu Arakawa - each illustration presented in sequential order with commentary from Arakawa himself. Also included are nine pages of detailed character designs for the FMA PlayStation 2 video game, plus two pages of brand new manga. |
Fullmetal Alchemist Vol 12 TPB
 by Hiromu Arakawa The hunters become the hunted when the Elric brothers and Prince Lin set a trap for the homunculus with the insatiable appetite - Gluttony! On another front, state politics are shaken up when a horrifying truth about Führer President King Bradley is revealed, and Colonel Roy Mustang is right there to capitalize on the situation. |
Appleseed Volume 1: The Promethean Challenge TPB - nick & dent
 World War III is over, and nomad soldier Duenan Knute and her cyborg partner Briareos struggle to survive in the abandoned cities and demilitarized zones of the post-war wasteland, the "Badside." Matters appear on the upswing, however, when they are found and brought to Olympus, an urban utopia and centerpiece for the reconstruction of civilization. Duenan and Bri join the Olympus police, a force that seems hardly necessary in such a paradise. But, like in most pretty pictures, perfection is an illusion, and Olympus's peaceful facade hides a dark secret, a violent struggle between human and cyborg that could once again plunge the world into war . . . and genocide. * Shirow is well known and critically acclaimed internationally, and is responsible for numerous classic anime/manga titles, such as Appleseed , Dominion , Ghost in the Shell , Orion , and Black Magic . * Produced in the authentic right-to-left reading format, as originally published in Japan. |
Shonen Jump Dec 08 #72
 THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR MANGA! One of the world's biggest comics, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color information about toys, TCGs, CCGs, video games and anime, plus amazing manga stories! |
Flamboyant
 by Ugetsu Hakua Ugetsu Hakua's first illustration book hits the US shores in DMP's release of Flamboyant. Most widely know as the character designer for Bakuretsu Tenshi (Burst Angel released in the US by FUNimation), Hakua's illustration work is filled with toned and sexy young women, showcasing his unique visual style and powerful energy. This art collection features more than 80 of Ugetsu's illustrations including art from Burst Angel, Phantasy Star Online, Fate/stay night and numerous original illustrations. |
Hobby Japan Nov 2007 #11
 The key source for model kit building and customizing in Japan has a new look and a larger format! Plus, the monthly 'How to Build...' feature, which shows readers how to build and customize the latest and greatest Gundam kits from Bandai! Japanese text. |
Naruto TPB Vol. 33
 Morphing out of control, a stronger-than-ever Naruto turns on his own teammates! Orochimaru triggers a frightening change in Naruto as he reveals a sinister plot that's been the death of far more people than anyone knew. |
Appleseed Hypernotes TPB - nick & dent
 World War Three is over, but for nomad soldier Deunan Knute and her cyborg lover, Briareos, the greatest challenge lies ahead, not in the abandoned cities and DMZs of a post-war battlefield, but on the streets of a new "utopia." Shirow Masamune's visionary Appleseed is widely regarded not only as one of the linchpin works of graphic fiction, but one of the most influential science-fiction stories in recent memory, culminating in the astonishing 2005 animated adaptation. Appleseed Hypernotes , never before collected in America, features an over 80-plus-page Appleseed tale, plus reams of detailed information and art of the characters, machines, and weapons of Appleseed , presented in a non-Westernized, right-to-left reading format, as originally published in Japan. ï Contains Appleseed stories from Super Manga Blast! #25-39. |
Oh My Goddess! Volume 12
 Ever since a cosmic phone call brought the literal young goddess Belldandy into college student Keiichi's residence, his personal life has been turned upside down, sideways, and sometimes even into strange dimensions! Maybe you think Peorth couldn't cause any more trouble -- well, think again! Determined to provide Keiichi "better service" than Belldandy, she's dragging him out on a date . . . having studied human mating customs through shojo manga! But what is the secret slight that truly drives Peorth's efforts against her rival? * Features six pages of color, Mini-Goddess |