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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Saint? No! I'm Just a Passing Beast Tamer! GN (2023 Yen Press) The Invincible Saint and the Quest for Fluff 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Inumajin. Adapted by Iidatoy. Character Design by Falmaro. Translated by Eleanor Summers. Kanata is a girl so gifted with magic that people swear up and down she's the second coming of a saint. But when it comes time for her to choose a job, she settles on...Monster Taming? In truth, Kanata is the reincarnation of a friendless woman from the modern world. To make up for lost time, she sets off on a quest to gather as many fluffy creatures as she can get her hands on! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.00.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Saint? No! I'm Just a Passing Beast Tamer! GN (2023 Yen Press) The Invincible Saint and the Quest for Fluff 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Inumajin. Adapted by Iidatoy. Character Design by Falmaro. Translated by Eleanor Summers. Having successfully signed on with a guild, Kanata and Zaggy can finally take their first step in their journey: accept quests to earn money for equipment and food! Between the beast tamer and a former demon king, what can't they do? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.00.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Saint? No! I'm Just a Passing Beast Tamer! GN (2023 Yen Press) The Invincible Saint and the Quest for Fluff 3-1ST


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    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Inumajin. Adapted by Iidatoy. Character Design by Falmaro. Translated by Eleanor Summers. Kanata and Zaggy have embarked on a journey in search of fluffiness. Going wherever the wind takes them, they find...a furball-like puppy about to be made into a goblin's dinner?! Its true form turns out to be Fenrir, the legendary Spirit Wolf who saved the world long ago! While Kanata is overjoyed to find new fluff, Zaggy's feelings are a little more complicated...? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $13.00.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Saiyuki Reload TPB (2005-2007 Tokyopop Digest) 1-REP

    Volume 1 - 2nd or later printing. By Kazuya Minekura. The fearsome foursome continue their journey west towards Shangri-La, encountering new challenges and new adventures along the way. Their legend precedes them, but not always in the way one might expect. The Minus Wave that apparently drove all the youkai in the land mad looks like it might have missed one, as Sanzo, Gojyo, Hakkai and Goku meet a lone guardian and the band of children he cares for. Fear and misunderstanding run throughout this particular leg of the journey, including between the members of the Sanzo group! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Saiyuki Reload TPB (2005-2007 Tokyopop Digest) 3-1ST

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. By Kazuya Minekura. When Goku loses all ability to fight Kougaiji, Sanzo and the others show up to fight for him. Yaone and Dokugakuji arenât sure of what to do at first, because the current Kougaiji isnât the same Kougaiji they swore allegiance to, but eventually their loyalty helps Kougaiji overcome his brainwashing. Also, we begin to see the explanation of many of the characters past as Sanzo and company celebrate the one year anniversary of their journey west. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #4-1ST
    Saiyuki Reload TPB (2005-2007 Tokyopop Digest) 4-1ST

    Volume 4 - 1st printing. By Kazuya Minekura. New troubles and new characters are introduced in this exciting installment of Saiyuki Reload! Sanzo and Goku become even closer while Hakkai and Gojyo's friendship is tested. As the fearsome foursome continue on in their latest adventure, what will happen when they are faced with a new kind of enemy? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. Having been assigned by the human elders the mission of stopping an mystical plague that has afflicted the Yokai with madness, Genjo Sanzo assembles his team of Yokai warriors in the hopes that the affliction will not affect them. He sets up tests that will ensure that Cho Hakkai, Son Goku and Sha Gojyo stay loyally by his side as he journeys west. Once they pass, the team ventures forth to rid the land of madness. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 1-REP

    Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. Having been assigned by the human elders the mission of stopping an mystical plague that has afflicted the Yokai with madness, Genjo Sanzo assembles his team of Yokai warriors in the hopes that the affliction will not affect them. He sets up tests that will ensure that Cho Hakkai, Son Goku and Sha Gojyo stay loyally by his side as he journeys west. Once they pass, the team ventures forth to rid the land of madness. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. Continuing their journey west and leaving a trail of dead Youkai in their wake, Genjo Sanzo and company come upon a young woman who has quite a tale to tell. She recounts the story of her long lost lover, a Youkai who succumbed to the madness and for whom she waits faithfully to return. As the story continues, Gojyo has an epiphany that just might be a clue about the source of evil that has been unleashed on the land. In this next volume of Saiyuki, the fantasy adventure becomes a family affair! . Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-REP
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 2-REP

    Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. Continuing their journey west and leaving a trail of dead Youkai in their wake, Genjo Sanzo and company come upon a young woman who has quite a tale to tell. She recounts the story of her long lost lover, a Youkai who succumbed to the madness and for whom she waits faithfully to return. As the story continues, Gojyo has an epiphany that just might be a clue about the source of evil that has been unleashed on the land. In this next volume of Saiyuki, the fantasy adventure becomes a family affair! . Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 3-1ST

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. In the midst of battle with the cursed human, Rikudo impales Sanzo while he tries to protect and Goku. In the melee, Goku's Yokai power limiter, the device that keeps his Yokai madness from taking over his soul, shatters, sending Goku into a violent rampage that yields for neither friend nor foe. It may take divine intervention to bring the ancient warrior back to his senses! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-REP
    Saiyuki TPB (2004 Tokyopop Digest) 3-REP

    Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Minekura Kazuya. In the midst of battle with the cursed human, Rikudo impales Sanzo while he tries to protect and Goku. In the melee, Goku's Yokai power limiter, the device that keeps his Yokai madness from taking over his soul, shatters, sending Goku into a violent rampage that yields for neither friend nor foe. It may take divine intervention to bring the ancient warrior back to his senses! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 216 pages, B&W Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Sakura Pakk GN (2004-2005 EigoManga) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Sakura Pak is a new anthology graphic novel series of original manga stories geared towards young women. Featuring Babochka by Kelly Gammons. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Sakura Saku GN (2023 Viz) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. Saku Fujigaya would like to thank the boy who helped her, but all she has is a note signed "Ryosuke Sakura." She discovers that a boy at her high school, Haruki Sakura, has an older brother named Ryosuke. She asks Haruki to deliver her thank-you letter to Ryosuke, but why does he refuse? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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    $8 Sakura Saku Vol 1 VIZ Media

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  • Issue #2-1ST
    Sakura Saku GN (2023 Viz) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. Saku has her long-awaited meeting with Ryosuke, only to discover he wasn't the person who helped her. Learning that her feelings for him were based on a misunderstanding comes as a shock. Saku finds herself drawn to Haruki, who has been supporting her all along, but how can she take the next step when she isn't even sure what love is anymore? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

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    $9 Sakura, Saku, Vol 2 (2) - Paperback By Sakisaka, Io - GOOD
    $12 Sakura, Saku, Vol. 2 Sakisaka, Io

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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Sakurai-san Wants to Be Noticed GN (2022- Seven Seas) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st Printing.

    Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin.

    Mako cant figure out whats up with Sakurai. Shes always talking to him, asking weird questions, and getting REALLY close! Doesnt she think hes going to get the wrong idea? Or could it be that…she likes him? No way! But…maybe?

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+

    Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Sakurai-san Wants to Be Noticed GN (2022- Seven Seas) 2-1ST


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    Volume 2 - 1st Printing.

    Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin.

    Mako still cant figure out whats up with Sakurai. When theyre alone together, she seems so happy, and shes always teasing–and getting right up into his personal space! But lately, shes blushing about it even more than he is. Could it be that shes not just teasing? Does she really…like him?!

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+

    Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #4-1ST
    Sakurai-san Wants to Be Noticed GN (2022- Seven Seas) 4-1ST


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    Volume 4 - 1st Printing. Story and art by Akinosora. Translated by Minna Lin. What could be behind all of Sakurais mannerisms, facial expressions, and behaviors? Is it possible that Mako has finally caught on to what they mean? He thinks so, and hes ready to quit playing defense in the game of love! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 162 pages, B&W. Older Teen 15+ Cover price $13.99.

  • Issue #0
    Sambu Gassho (1994) 0

    "Prospect" by Shepherd Hendrix, "Senshi" by Edward Luena, "Bounty Hunter Blues" by Greg Espinoza. Cover by Shepherd Hendrix. 40 pgs. B&W with color cover. Squarebound.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Samurai Commando: Mission 1549 GN (2007 CMX) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing.

    Based on the Original Concept by Ryo Hanmura. Written by Harutoshi Fukui. Art by Ark Performance.

    A new CMX series based on a Japanese novel that was made into two films!

    A military test accidentally sends a modern-day army back in time to feudal Japan. When their actions in the past begin to have an effect on the present, another unit is dispatched to retrieve them. But the commander of the lost unit has other plans: He wants to use his advanced technology to conquer Japan and change his country's destiny.

    Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Rated T+

    Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1
    Samurai Compilation (1987) 1

    Collects Samurai #s 1-4 by Aircel & Samurai # 1 by Nightwynd. By Barry Blair, Bruce Blair, Patrick McEown, & Guang Yap. Cover by Barry Blair & Dale Keown. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 1-1ST

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 1-REP

    Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. 1604 A.D. Four years after a devastating civil war, Yuya Shiina earns a living by hunting outlaws. When she captures Mibu Kyoshiro for a small bounty, she has no idea about the dark secret he carries within. Kyoshiro shares his body with the spirit of Onime-no-Kyo, a legendary assassin who has killed a thousand men. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 2-1ST

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #2-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 2-REP

    Volume 2 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.00.

  • Issue #3-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 3-1ST

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Okuni Izumono discovers a rebel group's secret hideout and must depend on Kyooshiroo for protection. However, after he runs afoul of the local police, he and his companions are forced to leave town and set up camp in the woods. While Kyooshiroo and Okuni sleep, Yuya sneaks off to find the rebels' hideout and steal their secret loot. But as she leaves, a shadowy group of rebels watch her from the cliff above with ill intent. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #3-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 3-REP

    Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Okuni Izumono discovers a rebel group's secret hideout and must depend on Kyooshiroo for protection. However, after he runs afoul of the local police, he and his companions are forced to leave town and set up camp in the woods. While Kyooshiroo and Okuni sleep, Yuya sneaks off to find the rebels' hideout and steal their secret loot. But as she leaves, a shadowy group of rebels watch her from the cliff above with ill intent. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.00.

  • Issue #4-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 4-REP

    Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Ieyasu Tokugawa, recently reinstated shogun of Japan, is holding a tournament in the capital city of Edo, and the fiercest warriors in the country are converging for the fight. The winner walks away with a fortune in gold, the shogun's blessing, and a pardon for any criminal history. As for the losers...well, the shogun isn't one to hand out conolation prizes. Demon Eyes Kyo has entered the tournament, but it's not for fame or fortune he's after - he wants the head of Ieyasu himself! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #6-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 6-1ST

    Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Things are coming to a head as Yuya confronts Kyo about her brother's murder but before she can get an answer, the group falls into the trap set by the 12 God Generals. Forced into a win or die situation, Kyo does his best to defeat his opponent, but after 10 minutes of sustained fighting he is left weak and defenseless. Just as everyone thinks it is all over, Kyo suddenly erupts with newfound energy and Yuya realizes that for that brief instant, Kyoshiro returned to his body with a power unrivaled by anyone she knows. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #6-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 6-REP

    Volume 6 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Things are coming to a head as Yuya confronts Kyo about her brother's murder but before she can get an answer, the group falls into the trap set by the 12 God Generals. Forced into a win or die situation, Kyo does his best to defeat his opponent, but after 10 minutes of sustained fighting he is left weak and defenseless. Just as everyone thinks it is all over, Kyo suddenly erupts with newfound energy and Yuya realizes that for that brief instant, Kyoshiro returned to his body with a power unrivaled by anyone she knows. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #7-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 7-1ST

    Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. A showdown of epic propoortions is about to take place as Sasuke realizes that he and Kyo share more than the murderous intent in their eyes! They both two wield the same Muramasa sword that was rumored to have slain thousands of men. As their duel heats up, a ferocious foe from Kyo's past appears and adds fuel to the fire. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #8-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 8-1ST

    Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #8-REP
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 8-REP

    Volume 8 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #9-1ST
    Samurai Deeper Kyo GN (2003-2010 Tokyopop Digest) 9-1ST

    Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. Oda Nobunaga has a grudge against Kyo that has lasted for ages. Now, Oda has a great and deadly power which makes him seem invincible. Meanwhile, Akira has led the others to find the true body of Demon Eyes Kyo ... but will he betray them all? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

  • Issue #1
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 1

    "Chapter 1: Sanctuary; Chapter 2: The Organization; Chapter 3: The Young Girl" - Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Hojo, a young Yakuza boss, blackmails a Dietman, while secretly planning with the Dietman's secretary, Asami, to change Japan. The Dietman asks for help from Hojo's Don, but this only sharpens Hojo's ambitions! 80 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #4
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 4

    "Chapter 10: Pain; Chapter 11: Friction; Chapter 12: Dreams" - Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Asami buys political favors from the Secretary General, and violent Tokai rages at repeated reminders of his rival, Hojo. Unfortunately, Hojo's loyal aide, Tashiro, pays the price for his boss' success. Flashbacks answer why Tashiro is so loyal, why Hojo respects Tokai, and what happened between Hojo and Takai's wife. Then, Deputy Superintendent Ishihara makes Tokai an offer! 80 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #5
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 5

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Asami's promising political career plummets when the LDP nominates another. Hojo's young henchman, Tashiro, becomes enmeshed in the Don's plot to drive a wedge between the explosive Tokai and the dashing young Hojo. Asami makes a bold decision designed to thwart the powerful ruling party, and Hojo steers a collision course with the cagey Don! B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #6
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 6

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. After assassinating the Don, Hojo suggest that Tokai be the new Don. During a meeting of Yakuza leaders, however, Tokai designates Hojo to be the head man. Meanwhile, Asami, having been betrayed by the ruling party, decides to join the opposition. Hojo's and Asami's struggle to take over their nation sees no end! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

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    $3 Sanctuary Part 1 #6 (Nov 1993, Viz) 7.5 VF-

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  • Issue #7
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 7

    "Chapter 19: Refugees; Chapter 20: Cambodia; Chapter 21: Conquest" - Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Ishihara, the beautiful police deputy chief, finally begins to understand the relationship between Hojo and Asami. She discovers they shared their childhood in Cambodia under the Khmer Rouge rule. Tokai, sensing Hojo's danger, quits the syndicate and tries to attack Ishihara. But Hojo assigns Tokai a new, special mission! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #8
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 8

    "Chapter 22: Pressure; Chapter 23: Scissors-Paper-Stone; Chapter 24: To Open the Country" - Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Alarmed at Asami's potential power, the secretary general cuts a deal with the opposition to exclude Asami from the political establishment. Is organizing his own party Asami's only course of action? Meanwhile, Hojo confronts Ishihara and reveals to her the tragic experiences he and Asami shared in Cambodia! 80 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #9
    Sanctuary Part 1 (1993) 9
    Published Feb 1994 by Viz.

    "Chapter 25; Chapter 26; Chapter 27" - Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. The exciting conclusion of Sanctuary Part 1! Asami succeeds in persuading the young local assemblymen and his new party to make their debut in the general election. Meanwhile in Hong Kong, Tokai finds his ally in a young Chinese mafia boss. Together they promise to take over Hong Kong's underworld and then to invade Japan's Yakuza! B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #1
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 1

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. In the midst of the fierce campaign for new congressional seats, Hojo takes advantage of the assassination conspiracy by Asami's enemy to Asami's advantage. In the process, a young financial whiz emerges as Hojo's new ally. Asami is elected, and both friends stand ready to advance further! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #2
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 2

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Friends and foes alike merge as Hojo, Asami and Tokai proceed with their plans. In the new congress, Asami meets his future ally, Sengoku. Hojo receives an initial threat from other Yakuza syndicates in the Tokyo metropolitan area. Tokai starts his invasion of the Okinawan underworld by confronting the island's Yakuza boss! B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #3
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 3

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Asami starts a fist fight with one of the new young congressmen and unexpectedly benefits. The Prime Minister secretly holds a meeting to seek the support of Asai and his new congressional allies. Meanwhile, Hojo is attacked by assassins and manages to persuade them to kill his rival, a Yakuza boss, instead! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #4
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 4

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. By winning over the hitmen sent to kill him, Hojo saves his own life and convinces the assassins to hit his rival Yakuza boss instead. This one brilliant maneuver takes him one step closer to domination of the entire metropolitan underworld by forcing a war among hostile Yakuza syndicates. Meanwhile, Asami tries to alienate the politicians of the post war generation from their older colleagues! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #5
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 5

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Hojo's strategy to dominate the entire metropolitan Tokyo underworld is on its way. While pitting the two hostile Yakuza syndicates against each other, Hojo finds an ally in Miyamura, a young Yakuza boss. After persuading Miyamura to join him, Hojo's plan is all but complete! 72 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #6
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 6

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Asami and Hojo face new challenges! Trying to gain support from politicians of the post-war generation, Asami attempts to persuade the U.S. trade representative to stop pressuring Japan to buy more American cars while Hojo begins mobilizing his forces against Sanno Kai, Japan's largest Yakuza sundicate! 80 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #7
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 7

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Asami succeeds in persuading the U.S. trade representative to go back to America. Seeing Asami's success, Karia, a politician of the post war generation, decides to rebel against the older generation and join Asami. Meanwhile, Hojo finally confront the largest Yakuza syndicate in Japan! B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #9
    Sanctuary Part 2 (1994) 9

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. Amidst the underhanded dealings and political upheavals, as well as an ever-approaching Yakuza war, Deputy Chief Ishihara and Hojo share a brief moment together when he tells her that he can love her if she can leave her job. Then Hojo is shot by Koh in front of the police station! 80 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #1
    Sanctuary Part 3 (1994) 1

    Story by Sho Fumimura. Art and Cover by Ryoichi Ikegami. With Hojo in critical condition after being shot by Wong, the various factions of the Japanese criminal underworld begin to make plans for a day -- and an underworld -- that doesn't include Hojo. Meanwhile, Asami makes a shocking announcement at a high-level political function in honor of Isaoka's birthday! 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.25.