Viz comic books issue 9

Volume 9 - 1st Printing. Original Concept by Atlus. Story and art by Hisato Murasaki. Translated by Adrienne Beck. The battle for the treasure in Futabas palace is on! Things take a strange turn as Futaba appears in her own palace— something that shouldnt even be possible! The truth behind her mothers death is unraveled as the shackles guarding her memories loosen and the distortions weaken. But that truth only leads to even more mysteries! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Strange Beings/Life!" Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. The first of two stories takes place in the 7th century. The vengeful daughter of a lord becomes trapped on an alternate plane where she must atone for the murder of her father by treating the ailments of Strange Beings. The second story, "Life," takes place in the far-flung future. A television producer devises a plan to boost ratings by producing a clone and televising it being hunted down. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by by Saki Hiwatari. Translated by Lilian Olsen. Adapted by Fred Burke. After a psychic battle in Kyoto, all the combatants are wounded-with Rin sustaining the most severe injuries. The physical and mental trauma has unlocked a Pandora's box of memories, causing Rin to relive some of Shion's most painful moments. Between his tragic childhood and psychic powers, Shion grew into an isolated, detached youth. What will be revealed by his formative years and his eventual trip to observe the Earth from the moon? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Hidemori Kusaki. Art by Satoshi Yamamoto. The Pokemon League is under attack, and someone needs to save all the kidnapped gym leaders... But Black can't come to the rescue because he and Legendary Pokemon Reshiram are battling N and Legendary Pokemon Zekrom! Then Team Plasma leader Ghetsis absorbs one of our heroes into the Light Stone itself... 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.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Finally together again, Dia, Pearl, and Platinum must battle Legendary Pokemon Dialga and Palkia, who are being controlled by Cyrus, the powerful boss of Team Galactic! Then a new Legendary Pokemon leaps into the fray! Whose side is it on...? And who will rescue Platinum's hapless bodyguards from the mysterious Distortion World they've been banished to...? Plus, hang with Lopunny and meet Porygon-Z, Gallade, and... Looker?! 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.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Collects Pokemon Adventures TPB (2009-2015 VizKids Edition) Vol. 25-27.

Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. English Adaptation by Bryant Turnage.

One of Team Rocket's Three Beasts turns against their leader Giovanni and seeks to usurp his power. Silver learns a shocking secret about his family. Red and Mewtwo hazard a daring escape. And-whoa! The Team Rocket airship is about to crash-land! Plus, meet Trainer Emerald, who likes Pokémon battles but doesn't like Pokémon!

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 600 pages, B&W. All Ages

Cover price $17.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Hidemori Kusaki. Art by Satoshi Yamamoto. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 80 pages, B&W. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.99

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. English Adaptation by Bryant Turnage.

Sun and Moon are stranded in Ultra Space, home of the Ultra Beasts! Worse, they've lost Legendary Pokémon Lunala! Who can they trust in this alternate dimension...? Things look dark for everyone-especially in Ultra Megalopolis, the city that has lost its light!

Will our heroes ever get home?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 88 pages, B&W.

Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.99

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Hidenori Kusaka. Art and cover by Satoshi Yamamoto. Translated by Tetsuichiro Miyaki. Eternatus, the Gigantic Pokémon, has appeared! And with Galar in chaos due to the Gigantamax phenomenon occurring all over the region, Henry and Casey's only hope of defeating Eternatus-and stopping the Gigantamax evolutions-is with the help of two powerful Pokémon-Zacian and Zamazenta! Can two Pokémon find the legendary gears in time to stop Eternatus?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 88 pages, B&W. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Keiko Ishihara. Adapted and Translated by John Werry. After the king of Asha is murdered by Sigurdian forces, Freya and her knights rescue the king's mother and flee with the citizens of Asha to safety. But with Sigurdian retribution still looming and an unexpected betrayal on the path ahead, will Freya be able to protect the people of Asha? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

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

The search for the mysterious Minerva has led Emma to a secret room within Goldy Pond. Heeding Minerva's clues, Emma and the other children have successfully escaped Grace Field House and survived the dangerous terrain of the outside world. But when Emma opens the door to the truth, will Minerva's secrets be everything she's been hoping for?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Toshiaki Iwashiro. Ageha must assemble a team of fellow Psionists to travel to the mysterious Dreameater Island to help the master of the enigmatic Nemesis Q. They'll have to battle monsters and enemies on the treacherous journey. And their progress is being matched by Usui, a Psionist intent on destroying Nemesis Q! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kyousuke Motomi. Adapted by Ysabet Reinhardt MacFarlane. Translated by JN Productions. Ten years ago, Kyutaro's beloved Fuyu disappeared-and now Fumi must decide if she should let Fuyu resurface! The problem is that only one of them can remain by Kyutaro's side... As Fumi faces this difficult decision in the depths of her own mind vault, will she choose to disappear? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Minami Mizuno. Translated and Adapted by Max Greenway. The gang sets out for their senior trip to Osaka and Kyoto! With Mocchi from the basketball team planning to ask Anna out during the trip, Natsuki decides to reveal his feelings for her too, but can he find the right moment? A white-hot battle of hearts over Anna ensues! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Very Good $7.99

1st Edition - Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st Edition - Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akira Amano. Tsuna, Reborn and their friends are in deep trouble! The villainous Mukuro appears to be unstoppable, and further efforts by Yamamoto and Gokudera to take him down only seem to prove the point. It finally falls to Tsuna to face this nemesis, though he knows he doesn't have a prayer of coming out of the encounter in one piece. His only hope is to receive a Deathperation Shot, but Reborn has only one left! Will it be enough? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rating: T+ NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Fairy Tale!" Story and art by Akihisa Ikeda. Compared to Fairy Tale HQ. what is the goal of Fairy Tale branch office? a. the same b. the opposite c. better parking spots Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 218 pages, B&W. NOTE: May or may NOT include poster insert. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Collects Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2003-2006 Viz Digest) Vol. 25-28. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Yukishiro Enishi's plan to cast Kenshin into a living hell of remorse and regret appears to have succeeded. Holding himself responsible for Kaoru's death, Kenshin has taken up residence in the "Fallen Village," a community of outcastes and untouchables. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 778 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Rurouni Kenshin TPB (2003-2006 Viz Digest) Vol. 25-28. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Yukishiro Enishi's plan to cast Kenshin into a living hell of remorse and regret appears to have succeeded. Holding himself responsible for Kaoru's death, Kenshin has taken up residence in the "Fallen Village," a community of outcastes and untouchables. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 778 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Io Sakisaka. Translated by Max Greenway. After rejecting Haruki's love confession, Saku tells herself it was the right thing to do, but Kotono disagrees and gives her some good advice. Will Saku find her path forward with Haruki? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

Volume 9 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Mayu Shinjo. Sakuya, the lead singer for the hard rocking band Lucifer, is the unattainable object of desire for millions of hopeful women. Aine is the demure high school student who suddenly finds herself in the middle of a raucous rock and roll circus. Together they're writing the book of love...one hit song at a time!! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Turnabout!"

Story and art by Kia Asamiya.

The supernatural science-fiction thriller by Kia Asamiya! In this volume, with Yuki in the hospital and Katsumi now an agent of Nemesis, the A.M.P.'s numbers are dwindling. But Rally, determined not to let mankind's last hope fade away, recruits a new member to the cause - sorceress Lum Cheng, wielder of Gesso, King of Blades. Then, Lum Cheng is attacked in her own apartment and Lebia must face down a Lucifer Hawk in the A.M.P.'s computer core!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in,. x 8 1/2-in., 184 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.95.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Sorata Akiduki.

Shortly after Shirayuki and Ryu's arrival in Lilias, a mysterious ailment breaks out. Now the two herbalists find themselves in a race against time to uncover the cause of the illness and find a cure before it spreads throughout the city. And what will Zen and friends do when they catch word of this outbreak while on their way to Wirant?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuhiro Tsujitsugu. Translated by Joe Yamazaki. Adapted by Stan! Humanity has finally obtained its trump card in the form of Snowman Pandora, and its power seems to overwhelm even the continent destroyer Gold Coast! However, just as Tetsuo and Yukio try to ride the momentum and secure their win, Gold Coast unleashes his true power. With defeat looming, Tetsuo begins to fall into despair, but his friends help shine a light toward victory! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Go Ikeyamada. Megumu manages to keep Aoi and Uesugi from brawling, but when they air their old grievances, she ends up learning more than she expected about Aoi's past. Will this new information strengthen her relationship with Aoi or just drive a bigger wedge between them? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9, 1st Printing - Story and Artwork by Sankichi Hinodeya. You wont believe who has joined Team Blue to fill in for a missing teammate so they can compete in the Square King Ranked Battle Cup! Get ready for a whole new arc featuring some mixed-up new teams! Plus, a bonus story featuring Emperor! Softcover, 5" x 7.5", 168 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Yuki Shiwasu. Hanas father makes the deal of a lifetime and moves the Nonomura family into a huge mansion… But what the Nonomuras didnt plan on was Takane moving in with them! Just how are Takane and Hana going to adjust to living together?! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Written by Masafumi Nishida. Art and cover by Mizuki Sakakibara. Character Design by Masakazu Katsura.

The heroes have uncovered that Kriem is the one controlling the Mad Bears and move to neutralize those stationed around Stern Bild. Meanwhile, Kotetsu and Barnaby finally reveal the secret behind Jake's mysterious powers!

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

. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Yoshiaki Sukeno.

Vicious Kegare Hijirimaru is getting the better of the Twin Stars in their battle to save young Sayo. Will the cavalry arrive in time to save her...and the outside world? Then, the spiritual protector of one of the Twin Stars disappears! Who will go to Tsuchimikado Island to fight the Kegare in their place?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Created by Stan Lee. Story and art by Hiroyuki Takei.

Yamato decides that the only way to return his life to normal is to defeat the dastardly puppet master Dunstan, and to do that he'll need all the doji on his side. Unfortunately, he hasn't quite figured out yet what is good and what is evil! Memories from past lives reveal centuries-long love-hate relationships between doji and their masters - both good and evil! Untangling the threads is a battle in itself...

Softcover, 192 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Translated and Adapted by Camellia Nieh.

The principal is inspired to launch a Miss Tomobiki High pageant in which the ladies of the school vie for dominance in beauty, intellect and combat skills! Who will win the Miss Tomobiki High crown? Later, Mendo's secret past is suddenly revealed!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 384 pages, B&W. For older teen audiences

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Based on the novel "Mussahi" by Eiji Yoshikawa. Adapted by Takehiko Inoue. To the trained eye, a single cut flower can be more revealing than witnessing a sword duel to the death. When Musashi is given a flower cut by master swordsman Yagyu Sekishusai he realizes he must seek this man out - for Sekishusai may turn out to be the greatest swordsman Musashi will ever meet. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $9.95.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Collects Vagabond TPB (2002- Viz Digest) Vol. 25-27. Based on the novel "Mussahi" by Eiji Yoshikawa. Adapted by Takehiko Inoue. It's been one year since Yoshioka Denshichiro granted Musashi a reprieve for a rematch. Denshichiro may have been a better swordsman back then, but with Musashi before him now, he realizes the truly incredible strides his opponent has made in such a short period of time. By sheer force of will, a reluctant Denshichiro moves forward into the fight. And what will the deadly repercussions be for Musashi after this duel that's all but already won? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 624 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Vagabond TPB (2002- Viz Digest) Vol. 25-27. Based on the novel "Mussahi" by Eiji Yoshikawa. Adapted by Takehiko Inoue. It's been one year since Yoshioka Denshichiro granted Musashi a reprieve for a rematch. Denshichiro may have been a better swordsman back then, but with Musashi before him now, he realizes the truly incredible strides his opponent has made in such a short period of time. By sheer force of will, a reluctant Denshichiro moves forward into the fight. And what will the deadly repercussions be for Musashi after this duel that's all but already won? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 624 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Maki Minami. Senri Kudo's unusual upbringing may have prepared him for being an amazing actor, but it also left him ill equipped to have normal relationships with kids his own age. Can Senri act his way into being a good friend, or will "getting into character" get him into even more trouble with his peers? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 -1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by EMMA. Family ties deepen when Makoto's sister Akane invites Ito's brother Yûto to a fireworks display--could another romance be about to explode? And now, with just seven months left until graduation, Makoto's acting ambition is threatened again. His father, becoming increasingly desperate to ensure that his son return home to inherit the family dojo, enlists the aid of Makoto's arranged fiancée Takayo and her devious brother. Will they succeed in thwarting Makoto's dream? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Rei Toma.

Kurose and the god of darkness conspire to take control of the emperor of Naga's throne, and they have no qualms about using Asahi to do it! Worried for Asahi's safety, the water dragon god decides it's best to return her to her former world, but does Asahi want to go?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 9 - 1st Printing. Story and Art by Taishi Tsutsui. Some people are bad at cooking, but Mafuyu Kirisu is bad on a whole new level! It takes more than a cute apron to be a great chef. Plus, Uruka gets some life-changing news... How will it alter her relationship with Nariyuki? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. "The Cursed Jewel!" Story and art by Iginio Straffi. The Winx Club sets out to solve the mystery of a beautiful jewel that carries a curse! Later, an Alfea fairy accidentally conjures up a monster in the school halls! Will Winx Club magic be enough to stop the destruction? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Daisuke Ashihara. Translated by Caleb Cook.

Osamu has less than sixteen minutes to safely deliver Chika, who's been cubified, to HQ. Will Osamu make it in time or will the crossroads Jin has foreseen lead to the worst possible outcome for everyone?

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

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Requiem!" Story and art by Clamp. Kamui finally makes his decision that he wants to protect his friends more than the Earth itself. But having made that choice, another choice is made in opposition to his, and the results are beyond tragic. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nozomi Mino. Translated by Andria Cheng. Yuri has been kidnapped by Mao, Oya's older brother and the cruel leader of China's largest mafia syndicate! In response, the Oya syndicate renounces all ties to Mao and uses the full force of its power to try to save Yuri! Although she's been put up for sale at a black market auction, Yuri never loses hope that she'll return to Oya's warm embrace. Will Oya reach her in time, or will she be sold to the highest bidder? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $9.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Takashi Shiina. Main Character Design by Rumiko Takahashi. Script Cooperation by Katsuyuki Sumisawa. Translated by Junko Goda. For the sake of his daughters, Sesshomaru crosses blades with Kirinmaru. In the midst of battle, Riku transforms into a true reincarnation of Kirinmaru and is sent to the present day to carry out the Grim Comets plans. The girls follow him in hopes of saving their friend—and both the past and future worlds they love. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

Includes Card (Yu-Gi-Oh) - Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Battle to the Finish!" Story and art by Naoyuki Kageyama. The possessed Principal Mackenzie makes his final bid to crush the students of Duel Academy and seize: Chazz and Jaden's Spirit Cards! Jaden will need all his dueling skill as he battles his way through to the final Duel, fighting for his friends, his mentor Koyo Hibiki, and the fate of Duel Academy itself!" Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 272 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Card (Yu-Gi-Oh) - Volume 9 - 1st printing. "Battle to the Finish!" Story and art by Naoyuki Kageyama. The possessed Principal Mackenzie makes his final bid to crush the students of Duel Academy and seize: Chazz and Jaden's Spirit Cards! Jaden will need all his dueling skill as he battles his way through to the final Duel, fighting for his friends, his mentor Koyo Hibiki, and the fate of Duel Academy itself!" Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 272 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Does NOT Include Card (Yu-Gi-Oh) - Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. "Battle to the Finish!" Story and art by Naoyuki Kageyama. The possessed Principal Mackenzie makes his final bid to crush the students of Duel Academy and seize: Chazz and Jaden's Spirit Cards! Jaden will need all his dueling skill as he battles his way through to the final Duel, fighting for his friends, his mentor Koyo Hibiki, and the fate of Duel Academy itself!" Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 272 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Includes a Card - Volume 9 - 1st printing. The deity of despair, E'Rah, appears and declares that she has come to destroy the Astral World. Astral realizes that she was the one who scattered his memories and that E'Rah also chose Yagumo to be her agent. Enraged by these discoveries, Yuma, Kaito, Shark and Astral kick off an epic duel to decide all their fates! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.