Viz comic books issue 19

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Written by Yu Sasuga. Art and cover by Kenichi Tachibana.

Shocked by the actions of the Terraformars hiding on Earth, Akari and the members of Ichi Security are more determined than ever to root them out. Tracking down leads points them to an unexpected hideout and the true identity of the enemy mastermind. The forces opposing them now may be more than they can handle on their own...

Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Yoshifumi Tozuka. Translated by David Evelyn. Fuuko and the others have returned from space and landed in Hong Kong, where they meet Shen's little sister, Mei. She asks Fuuko to save Shen, prompting Fuuko to enter a martial arts tournament where Feng is the reigning champion. Feng spots Fuuko in the preliminaries and attacks her, but a certain someone intervenes! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in. 192 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences Cover price $11.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yukito Kishiro. After years in the Scrapyard beneath the sky city of Tiphares, Alita ascends the orbital elevator into space, where she encounters twisted aliens, Martian warriors, an evil genius with four brains, a transdimensional warrior monk and more bizarre friends and foes in her fight to save her comrade Lou from the worst fate imaginable in this age of nanotech-powered immortality: permanent death. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Written by Akira Toriyama. Art and cover by Toyotarou. Translated by Caleb Cook. Granolah's fierce assault seems to have Gas on the ropes until the youngest Heeters member's inner nature is unleashed, leading to an all-out assault like nothing any of our heroes have ever encountered before! But perhaps the key to defeating Gas has something to do with memories of Bardock, Goku's long-deceased father?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Shinobu Ohtaka.

Magomett, the leader of Magnoshutatt, learns that the Kou Empire plans to attack while the city is weak from fighting against Leam. In desperation, he uses the Magoi Reactor to create a terrifying blackness in the sky. The very essence of the world is now threatened, and Aladdin must summon his most powerful allies to try to stop it!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Fine $7.10

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hitsuji Gondaira. Translated by Kumar Sivasubramanian. Kengo used his Blooming to dive into Shinzo's mind, sharing his memories to break Shinzo free of Momo's brainwashing. But Momo's power isn't that easily overcome, locking the two in a stalemate. Meanwhile, the family's two brainiacs, Shion and Nanao, take on Futaba! Will Operation Sibling Retrieval be a success?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 19 - 1st printing. "Ruby and Sapphire: Part 5 of 8!" Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Ruby is losing friends by the minute...! Why does Sapphire never want to see his face again? And why has one of Ruby's Pokémon run away? Meanwhile, the Hoenn region is on the verge of destruction as two Legendary Pokémon clash in the depths of the ocean...and only Ruby knows how to reach them to intervene!Then, what will happen when evil Team Aqua and equally evil Team Magma team up?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. All Ages NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Written by Tony Valente. Art by art by Tony Valente and Salomon. Cover by Tony Valente. After finally meeting his long-lost brothers, Seth is faced with a difficult personal dilemma-choosing his brothers' side or letting Piodon live. Meanwhile, Doc finds out what it means to be a Droplet, and how tough life actually is down in the slums of Bôme. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. For teen audiences Cover price $11.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hiroyuki Takei. The unthinkable has happened--Yoh has withdrawn from the Shaman Fight! What happens now? To understand Yoh's future we must revisit his past, back to when he and Anna first met. How did their acquaintance shape Yoh's fate, and what terrible secret still burns between them? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 19-21 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Yoshiki Nakamura. Translated by Tomo Kimura.

Kyoko and Ren have an embarrassment of mentors as Koo and Lory keep meddling in their lives and careers. The two veterans of show business just want what's best for their protégés, but their methods are a bit unconventional. Will their well-meant assistance propel Ren and Kyoko to the next level, or will it make everything come tumbling down?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 568 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $14.99.

Volume 19-21 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Yoshiki Nakamura. Translated by Tomo Kimura.

Kyoko and Ren have an embarrassment of mentors as Koo and Lory keep meddling in their lives and careers. The two veterans of show business just want what's best for their protégés, but their methods are a bit unconventional. Will their well-meant assistance propel Ren and Kyoko to the next level, or will it make everything come tumbling down?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 568 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $14.99.

Volume 19-21 - 1st printing. Collects D. Gray-Man GN (2006- Digest) Vol. 19-21. Story and art by Katsura Hoshino. D.Gray-man is the story of Allen Walker, who roams a fictional 19th century Earth in search of Innocence, a mysterious substance used to fight demons called akuma. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 576 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Masato Soda. A deadly forest fire rages in the jungles of Sumatra, a blaze so intense that a coalition of Japan's best firefighters will be dispatched to help the relief effort. In yet another act of disregard for departmental procedures, Daigo heads to Sumatra himself. But time is running out for Ms. Ochiai, Daigo's former high school teacher, who's visiting Sumatra and is fighting for her life inside the tropical inferno. Can Daigo save her before tragedy strikes? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kenjiro Hata. Translated by John Werry. Nasa and Tsukasa venture into the mountains to visit the house where Tsukasa once lived in seclusion. There, they hope to find clues to unlock the data left for them by Tokiko-data that could end Tsukasa's long quest. Failing that, at least they can pore over her old hoard of vintage manga. And if that's not fanservice-y enough for you, Nasa's students take advantage of the trip to go skinny-dipping. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 19 - 1st Printing. Written by Yuto Tsukuda. Art and Cover by Shun Saeki. Fighting to save Alices society from being abolished by the Azami administration, Ryo Kurokiba, battling as her champion, begins his shokugeki with Central elite Kusunoki. The theme is salmon, and both chefs put everything theyve got, including their pride, into their dishes. So whats got Alice so troubled that she tells off her own uncle, Dean Nakiri, at the end of the match?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Karuho Shiina. As Sawako and her friends ring in the new year, big changes loom on the horizon. Some are good, like the blossoming relationships between Ayane and Kento, and Chizu and Ryu. But some are scary, like choosing a future career path. Can Sawako find the courage to follow her heart and pursue her own happiness? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Takeshi Konomi. Captain Kunimitsu is out! Now, without him, Seishun's up against a team coached by a four-time Japan Open winner. It's time for serious pressure, on and off the court! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. It began with a sin, committed by Kenshin, back during his bloody days as hitokiri. Although stopping most of the assassins who still come seeking revenge should be easy enough, what of the innocent-Sanosuke and Yahiko, everyone at Akabeko Inn, Kaoru. Can Kenshin escape the shades of his past, and find the will to fight for the real world-for the living-for reality? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Matsuri Hino. Yuki has stolen Zero's memories of her to free him. She plans to give up her own life to turn Kaname into a human, but Kaname has vowed to sacrifice himself to give the Hunter Society his powers. With eternity at stake, Yuki and Kaname each vie to change the other's destiny. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Rating: T+ Cover price $9.99.

Variant Cover includes Mini HC Art Book - Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Matsuri Hino. Yuki has stolen Zero's memories of her to free him. She plans to give up her own life to turn Kaname into a human, but Kaname has vowed to sacrifice himself to give the Hunter Society his powers. With eternity at stake, Yuki and Kaname each vie to change the other's destiny. Get the final volume of Vampire Knight in a limited edition featuring an exclusive alternate cover and mini, hardcover art book! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Rating: T+ Cover price $15.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Mizuho Kusanagi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions.

While preparing to set up camp in the forest, Sinha comes across a stone statue of a dragon. When the statue's mouth starts to close down on Ao, Sinha slices it open and unintentionally releases an ominous spirit! How will Yona and her friends fight the ensuing havoc?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 19 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Mizuho Kusanagi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions.

While preparing to set up camp in the forest, Sinha comes across a stone statue of a dragon. When the statue's mouth starts to close down on Ao, Sinha slices it open and unintentionally releases an ominous spirit! How will Yona and her friends fight the ensuing havoc?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19-20-21 - 1st printing. Collects Yu-Gi-Oh TPB (2003 Shonen Jump Digest) Vol. 19-21. Story and art by Kazuki Takahashi. Yugi fights Pandora, a duelist who uses one of Yugi's own favorite cards, the Dark Magician! But can Yugi duel while chained to the path of a roaring buzzsaw? Meanwhile, Jonouchi fights an old enemy, Insector Haga, but his deck has been infected with Haga's parasitic insects! Next, the second of the Egyptian God Cards is unleashed! Using one of his brainwashed pawns to fight for him, the mysterious Marik traps Yugi in a deadly cage match against one of the most powerful cards in the world. And more duels rage around Battle City as fish monsters, sea serpents and dark beasts are unleashed from their decks! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 592 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Yuu Watase.

Isora, one of Arata Hinohara's deadliest enemies, has stolen his ability to speak and now confronts him with life-or-death choices that challenge his devotion to his friends as well as their devotion to him. If any one of them fails to make the right choice, it could be all over! Even Kadowaki, once Arata's friend from school and now out to avenge himself on Arata for imagined hurts, finds himself facing Isora's test. Will he be able to look past his misguided hatred in order to deal with a real threat, or will he cling to it and doom them all?

Softcover, 5-iun. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Add to cart Very Fine $3.99

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Written by Tsugumi Ohba. Art By Takeshi Obata. With their new series, Moritaka and Akito start beating Eiji Nizuma in the Shonen Jump rankings for the fi rst time. But in the actual book sales, Eiji is somehow still on top. The duo is as determined as ever to achieve their dreams but a new scandal will threaten to destroy everything! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. After fighting their way to the center of Creed's Hideout, Train and Sven find their way blocked by the unexpected appearance of the Chrono Numbers. But the Numbers find their own surprise--Creed appears to have become indestructible! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 19-21 - 1st printing. Collects Bleach TPB (2004- Shonen Jump Digest) Vol. 19-21.

Story and art by Tite Kubo.

Ichigo may have thought getting into the Soul Society was hard, but it did nothing to prepare him and his friends for the reality of the Seireitei! Now the rescuers are all split up, forced to take on battle-hardened Soul Reapers without backup. Can Ichigo train hard enough and fast enough to take down Rukia's jailer before it's too late?!

Softcover, 576 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kouji Miura. Translated by Christine Dashiell. Love is in the air as the culture festival rolls around again! Ayame finally recognizes her feelings for Kyo, but seeing him with Saki leaves her heartbroken. Meanwhile, Taiki hopes to spend time with Chinatsu without worrying about secrets for once—but it feels like the universe is trying to keep them apart! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 19-21 - 1st printing. Collects Dragon Ball Z TPB (2003 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) Vol. 3-5 [Chapters 19-21].

Story and art by Akira Toriyama.

Goku and Vegeta face off at last, and both are determined to emerge victorious in this epic fight.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 552 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $14.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hiromu Arakawa. Ed's clever plan to take out an enemy leaves him severely injured... Can he cheat death? Plus, the disturbing origin of Ed and Al's immortal father finally revealed! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

Volume 19 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Hiromu Arakawa. Ed's clever plan to take out an enemy leaves him severely injured... Can he cheat death? Plus, the disturbing origin of Ed and Al's immortal father finally revealed! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Satoru Noda.

Asirpa's quest to find out about her father has led her to a Russian prison on the frozen coast of Karafuto in hopes of breaking out Sofia, a former revolutionary. Sofia was also the leader of the group that Kiroranke and Wilk belonged to and she may be able to shed more light on Asirpa's father. But the truth about Wilk might ultimately be more than she can bear. Sugimoto and his party draw closer to catching up with Asirpa-and when they do, old scores will be settled.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story, Art, and cover by Haruichi Furudate. Translated by Adrienne Beck. The second set of the Miyagi Prefecture qualifier tournament continues as Tsukishima and Nishinoya lead the defense against Shiratorizawa! The game heats up in a tense back-and-forth—both teams refusing to give way to the other. Which team will manage to get a break point and pull away from the stalemate first?! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Hisaya Nakajo. RAISE THE BAR! This is what it's all been building up to...Shin, Izumi and Kagurazuka compete against one another in the high jump! Then, Sekime gets his own moment in the spotlight when his classmates see him with a strange girl. But if we're talking "strange," she doesn't even compare to the woman who comes onto campus and sweeps an embarrassed Nakatsu off his feet...Nakatsu's mother! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. By Julietta Suzuki. Nanami Momozono is alone and homeless after her dad skips town to evade his gambling debts and the debt collectors kick her out of her apartment. So when a man she's just saved from a dog offers her his home, she jumps at the opportunity. But it turns out that his place is a shrine, and Nanami has unwittingly taken over his job as a local deity! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Masami Kurumada. Centuries ago, at the end of the last Battle of the Gods, Athena captured the forces of evil and sealed them away. But her seal is weakening, and now the 108 dark minions of Hades are poised to destroy Athena's Knights and conquer the world! The Knights face their most horrifying challenge yet in the first volume of the unforgettable Hades Saga! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.99

Volume 19 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and Cover by Tomohito Oda. The culture festival might have been a huge success, but Komi and Manbagi are still reeling from the shocking discovery that they both like Tadano! When everyone goes to karaoke after the festival closes, the girls see a perfect opportunity to woo their crush. Too bad neither of them can sing! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W, Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Based on the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Storyboards by Ryosuke Takeuchi. Art and cover by Hikaru Miyoshi. Translated by Andrienne Beck. McGinty and his vicious band of outlaws, the Scowrers, have launched an attack on the peaceful town of Vermissa. Sherlock, Billy, and the villagers set traps as part of a clever plan to defend themselves, but when the enemy arrives in far greater numbers than expected, they find themselves backed into a corner. Meanwhile, William has learned of the threat Sherlock faces and races to his rescue. Together, the men make a solemn vow on their ongoing search for redemption. This case of the Great Detective vs. the Lord of Crime comes to a close in this captivating conclusion! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Fumi Yoshinaga. Translated by Akemi Wegmiller.

The new government of Japan is determined to not only end the reign of the shoguns but to erase any mention of the generations of women who once ruled the country. But try as they might to rewrite history, they cannot erase the memories of those who served in the Ooku...

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $12.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by by Saki Hiwatari. Translated by Lilian Olsen. Adapted by Fred Burke. Mokuren awakens from a fever-induced coma a week after her attack, tormented by the realization that Shion lied to her when he said he loved her. After all, if he really did, her Kiche, the mystical mark on her forehead, would have disappeared. Even so, and even though he's now treating her like a sacred being instead of a fellow human, she can't stop loving him. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Hidemori Kusaki. Pokémon Keldeo learns something surprising! Meanwhile, the Pokémon League is under attack by Team Plasma and...their castle?! Who will drive Team Plasma out - not to mention rescue all the kidnapped Gym Leaders? Not Black... because now that he's awakened Reshiram, he's got another battle to fi ght! Is Black ready to take on Legendary Pokémon Zekrom? Plus, meet powerful Team Plasma Pokémon Zweilous, Scolipede, Seismitoad, and Mandibuzz! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Written by Kaiu Shirai. Art and cover by Posuka Demizu.

With the queen now dead, chaos envelops the demon world. Emma and her friends head back to Grace Field House in order to rescue the other children from Peter Ratri-- but can they make it in time? The final battle for the children's future begins!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kyousuke Motomi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions. Kyutaro and friends capture Tsubasa of the Suzaku clan, but they're surprised at Tsubasa's confession-he wants to kill fellow Suzaku members Yanagi and K! An even greater mystery is K's connection to Fumi. Is Fumi prepared for the shocking truth about her past? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

1st Edition - Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Ranma Saotome never thought a martial arts training mission to China would end up like this! An accidental dunk in a cursed spring changes boy Ranma into a young girl, every time he is splashed with cold water. Hot water reverses the effect _ but only until next time! Ranma and Genma are fighting about food (again), but this time it gets serious when Genma kicks Ranma out of the house! Then, "Sakura-mochi" has the power to indicate the true love of the maker of this sweet, and Akane's cooked up a batch! Will the mochi mark Ranma with the imprint of the cherry blossom? Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 19 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Ranma Saotome never thought a martial arts training mission to China would end up like this! An accidental dunk in a cursed spring changes boy Ranma into a young girl, every time he is splashed with cold water. Hot water reverses the effect _ but only until next time! Ranma and Genma are fighting about food (again), but this time it gets serious when Genma kicks Ranma out of the house! Then, "Sakura-mochi" has the power to indicate the true love of the maker of this sweet, and Akane's cooked up a batch! Will the mochi mark Ranma with the imprint of the cherry blossom? Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. The devil Masato was once Rinne's classmate in Shinigami elementary school, and somehow he still holds a grudge against Rinne. What happened between them in the past? When strange things happen on Valentine's Day and at the Doll Festival, poor Rinne never seems to have any free time! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19-20-21 - 1st printing. Collects Rurouni Kenshin GN (2003-2006 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) Vol. 19-21.

Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki.

In the aftermath of their battle for Japan's future, Kenshin and his friends are ready to enjoy a hard-won peace. But the past isn't finished with them. A new threat arises in the form of an army of vengeful warriors-each of whom has a grudge against Kenshin from his days as the ruthless assassin Batt?sai. Forced to face his old sins, Kenshin must find a way to make peace with the victim he most regrets hurting: his wife.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 600 pages, B&W.

Cover price $14.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Sorata Akiduki. Translated by Caleb Cook.

With the Bergat conflict resolved, Zen heads to Lilias to enjoy some time off with Shirayuki. Meanwhile, Mitsuhide pays a visit to Kiki at her family home. He's finally prepared to put his pride on the line and reveal his innermost feelings to her-but how will Kiki respond?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Yoshiaki Sukeno.

The battle against Yuto rages on, but without Benio, Rokuro can't access the power of the Twin Stars. Or can someone replace her...? Then, the ominous reason Yuto became a Kegare is revealed...

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Based on the novel "Mussahi" by Eiji Yoshikawa. Adapted by Takehiko Inoue. Sasaki Kojiro, renowned for his deadly "swallow-cut," is the man destined to be sword-saint Miyamoto Musashi's greatest rival and opponent in the most well-known duel in the annals Japanese history. But for now, Kojiro has been abandoned by his brutal master Ito Ittosai, and must contend with the vicious refugee hunters and ruthless scavengers that abound in the aftermath of the Battle of Sekigahara. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $9.95.