Storm Riders GN (2002-2003 Comics One) comic books

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Storm Riders takes you on a journey through an amazing world in ancient China where, aside from the hegemony of the Royal Government, an individual and separate society exists: The World Fighting Association. Conquer, a powerful Kung Fu master, aspires to gain control of the Association and assembles the mightiest force of fighters known to humanity. Forgetting the evil deeds he's committed in his lifetime; he takes on Wind and Cloud, two very talented and young martial artists, as his disciples. His destiny to be the Ultimate Master draws nigh; however, destiny has a will of her own and at the crux of the impending maelstrom blow Wind and Cloud. Softcover, 178 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Storm Riders takes you on a journey through an amazing world in ancient China where, aside from the hegemony of the Royal Government, an individual and separate society exists: The World Fighting Association. Conquer, a powerful Kung Fu master, aspires to gain control of the Association and assembles the mightiest force of fighters known to humanity. Forgetting the evil deeds he's committed in his lifetime; he takes on Wind and Cloud, two very talented and young martial artists, as his disciples. His destiny to be the Ultimate Master draws nigh; however, destiny has a will of her own and at the crux of the impending maelstrom blow Wind and Cloud. Softcover, 178 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. After twelve years of severe and intense martial arts training, Wind, Cloud and Frost (Conquer's long-time student) began to reveal their amazing talents; which promoted them in rank to be Conquer's most powerful disciples. Now, a quest begins for all three: Cloud's mission is to track down a trader while Wind and Frost set out to find Mud Buddha; the important key in unlocking the mysteries of Conquer's future. However, other factions desire to capture the Mud Buddha, as well; and this turns out to be one of the strongest tests for the young learners. Have they trained enough to withstand the amazing battles that await them? Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Finally, Conquer seizes Mud Buddha! Mud Buddha tells him that Cloud and Wind will become a threat to his future. To prevent Cloud and Wind from taking over his power, Conquer starts spreading rumors to split them up. Cloud finds and kills the trader and his clan. Cloud has become the ultimate fighter with no mercy for anyone; he seeks Kong-Chi, wife of Frost, his soul mate to comfort his mind. Wind accidentally finds out about this affair and suggests Cloud either leave her alone or get out of Kung Fu society with her forever. How can Wind, Cloud and Frost deal with this? Can they forgive each other? Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. After Cloud is badly beaten, Wind is left alone to face the combined might of Wu Buddha, DuGu Ming, and Sword Saint. Yet more troubling to Wind than the strength of his enemies is his best friend Duan-Lang's complicity in their plot to kill him! While Wind fights for his life, Conquer dispatches Frost to kill Wen Motley, a servant who has collected evidence of Conquer's schemes to divide his disciples. Frost is Conquer's most loyal disciple, but Wen's letters reveals a startling secret that makes Frost question his own loyalties. Hop on-board this growing Kung Fu comic sensation while it's still early! With fully painted interiors and a brilliantly realized cast of hundreds, the Storm Riders adventure is only beginning! Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Wind goes to Lin-Yin Cave to visit the scene of his father's death. To his surprise, he discovers that Cloud is being held captive within the cave. Cloud reveals that the killer of Wind's father was the Flame Kylin Beast. After Wind frees him, Cloud is unable to repress his urges and continues his affair with Kong-Chi (Frost's wife). When Wind discovers their tryst, he offers this ultimatum: Abandon Kong-Chi or abandon the World Fighting Association. Unable to choose between the two, Cloud decides his only alternative is to kill Wind. Conquer's two most powerful disciples, Wind and Cloud, launch into battle, leaving Kong-Chi caught in the middle. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. The Storm Riders love triangle takes a turn for the tragic while the warriors' cycle of vengeance begins to spin out of control. Wounded badly and near death, Kong-Chi reveals that her true love is Wind. It seems that like her marriage to Frost, her affair with Cloud was a ruse. Cloud is shocked by the truth, because his love for her was real. Meanwhile, determined to take revenge for his brother's murder, Sword Saint prepares for his duel with Conquer. Perhaps even more important than revenge, Sword Saint knows that by killing Conquer he can assume control of the World Fighting Association. Recognizing the chaos that Conquer's death would cause, Sword Saint's old enemy, Nameless, orders him to walk away from his challenge. Enraged at the suggestion, Sword Saint refuses and decides to battle Nameless on the eve of his duel with Conquer. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Cloud takes Kong-Chi to Shia-Wang Mansion in order to steal the Ice Vigor Stone. With this he will be able to keep Kong-Chi's body young and beautiful for eternity. She will retain the youthful appearance that Cloud fell in love with. Yet before he can lay her to rest, Cloud runs into Conquer, who is distraught and furious over the loss of Kong-Chi. The long-awaited battle between master and pupil ensues... but is Cloud up to the challenge? Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Join us in this action tale of honor and revenge. Wind and Gudu-Ming engage in a terrifying battle with the Ho-Tien Dog. Uncle Ho and his children come to the rescue and the Ho-Tien Dog retreats. Before he can return, Uncle Ho takes Wind and Gudu-Ming to hide in a cave, completely unaware that the cave is the home of the infamous Flame Kylin. Plus a mysterious man with a tattoo joins the fight to destroy the killers from Tien Chi meanwhile a hideous old man saves Cloud. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Epic Kung Fu actions continues in Storm Riders #9! Wind leaves the cave only to find the Flame Kylin returning - seeking shelter from the harmful rain that causes explosions on its skin. Cloud has something important to do but no one knows what it is. Sitting in a restaurant he spies the crime fighter Bu Sun, arresting three wanted men. Cloud too is wanted but Bu Sun gives him six months to take care of his "business." What is this mysterious unfinished business Cloud must attend to? Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. The story of love, loss, mythical creatures and god-like Kung Fu styles continues in Storm Riders #10. The distraught Cloud continues aiding the mysterious couple that reminds him of his tragic relationship with Kong Chi. It's man against beast with Wind still hot on the heels of the Flame Kylin. Can he tame this mythical monster? Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 11 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Cloud continues his search for the right weapon to break open Empress Gate Mausoleum, so he can visit Kong-Chi's body. Ultimate Sword's birth date draws near, which the warriors can't wait to steal. However, the sword chooses its own bearer. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. Jien Chen has arrived at Sword Worship villa just in time to confront Sword Needy, who is attempting to steal the Ultimate Sword - but the hyperactive fighter has other plans! Also, Duan Lang pits the fury of Flame Kylin sword against the crushing kung fu skill of none other than Cloud. Plus: the return of Wind and his new friend, as well as a history lesson on Sword Demon! Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.