Viz comic books issue 1

1st printing.

Art and cover by Hayao Miyazaki.

Hayao Miyazaki's Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, based on his own manga, was released in 1984 and has been a cult classic ever since. In a long-ago war, humankind set off a devastating ecological disaster. The earth is slowly submerging beneath the expanding Sea of Decay, an enormous toxic forest that creates mutant insects and poisonous spores. Beyond the sea lies the Valley of the Wind, a kingdom of barely 500 citizens and home to Nausicaä, who risks everything to save her people and bring peace and health to the valley.

The art, from conception to release, of Hayao Miyazki's classic film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind. Includes interviews, concept sketches and finished animation cels.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $34.99.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kazushi Hagiwara. Bastard!! Heavy Metal/Dark Fantasy! - In this first volume of ultimate sword and sorcery manga, the kingdom of Metallicana is under attack by the dark forces of four evil armies sweeping the world. As orcs and giants besiege their citadel, the desperate defenders turn to a legend that a virgin's kiss may awaken "Dark Schneider," an ancient evil wizard sealed within the body of Lucien, a seemingly normal 14-year-old-boy. Yoko, Lucien's teenage stepsister, does the deed and as the castle falls, Lucien metamorphoses into a silver-haired demigod! Dark Schneider, the chaotic, lecherous wizard, has returned, only barely restrained by the magic that forces him to obey Yoko! But a world of demons, dragons, and the four evil generals await him - bloodstained Metallicana may never know peace again! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: These are American-style GNs and are meant to be read left-to-right. Cover price $12.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Ghost Ship". Written by Cory Levine. Art by Alan Brown. Ben and Rook investigate a distress call that lands them on a stranded space ship with a secret...and puts them right where Khyber wants them, trapped with no way out while he and his shape-shifting dog hunt them down. Now Ben's got to get off a ship that's falling out of space, save himself and his partner from Khyber's dog, and figure out the mystery of the "Ghost Ship." Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $20.95

Add to cart Near Mint $20.95

1st printing. Based on the Film by Hayao Miyazaki. An incredible adventure begins when Pazu, an engineers apprentice, spies a young girl, Sheeta, floating in the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Together they explore the secrets of Laputa, a flying city constructed by a long-lost race of people. But their quest wont be easy, as soon theyre pursued by greedy air pirates, the military, and secret government agents, who all seek the power Sheeta alone can control. Castle in the Sky was the first feature film produced by the legendary Studio Ghibli, and this complete retelling captures its beautiful animation and joyous storytelling. Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 656 pages, full color. Cover price $30.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Tohru Kuramori. Translated by Jan Mitsuko Cash. Caught as a stowaway aboard a slave ship, Julian narrowly escapes death by the kindness of fellow slaves who take pity on him, especially a pregnant slave by the name of Mira. But when the slaver decides to liquidate his holdings, the bloodbath calls forth an ancient god from the sea. A deal is made at the cost of a life and Julian is forever changed, gaining fantastic powers. But even with his new abilities, monsters at sea and on land pose a threat in this dark and dangerous world! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $14.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Crying Freeman Part 1 (1988) #1-8. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 150 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $14.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Crying Freeman Part 1 (1988) #1-8. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 150 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $14.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 234 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $16.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd or later printing. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 234 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $16.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Kazuo Koike. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. Softcover, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

Volume 1-3 - 1st printing. Collects D. Gray-Man GN (2006- Digest) Vol. 1-3. Written by Katsura Hoshino. A born exorcist, Walker's primary anti-akuma weapon is the cross that's embossed on his red, disfi gured left hand, which contains Innocence. But not only does Walker destroy akuma, he sees the akuma hiding inside a person's soul! Together with his fellow exorcists fi ghting under the command of the Black Order, Walker leads the battle against the Millennium Earl, the evil being out to destroy mankind. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 576 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Jinsei Kataoka and Kazuma Kondou. Cover by Kazuma Kondou and Jinsei Kataoka.

Framed for the brutal murders of his classmates by the mysterious Red Man, middle school student Ganta Igarashi finds himself sentenced to death and sent to the bizarre and fatal theme park/prison that has risen from the ruins of the Great Tokyo Earthquake- a hell on earth known as "Deadman Wonderland." The inmates of this insane penitentiary fight for survival every day to provide entertainment for the masses, and terrifying secrets lurk in the shadows. Ganta is determined to survive Deadman Wonderland and clear his name, but the price may be his soul...

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.99

Volume 1 - 2nd or later printing.

Story and art by Jinsei Kataoka and Kazuma Kondou. Cover by Kazuma Kondou and Jinsei Kataoka.

Framed for the brutal murders of his classmates by the mysterious Red Man, middle school student Ganta Igarashi finds himself sentenced to death and sent to the bizarre and fatal theme park/prison that has risen from the ruins of the Great Tokyo Earthquake- a hell on earth known as "Deadman Wonderland." The inmates of this insane penitentiary fight for survival every day to provide entertainment for the masses, and terrifying secrets lurk in the shadows. Ganta is determined to survive Deadman Wonderland and clear his name, but the price may be his soul...

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. L has twenty-three days to live, and twenty-two days to save the world. Softcover, 8-in. x 6-in., 174 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $17.99.

2nd and later printings. Written by M. Translated by Takami Nieda. L has twenty-three days to live, and twenty-two days to save the world. Softcover, 8-in. x 6-in., 192 pages, Text. Cover price $17.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kyousuke Motomi. After orphan Teru Kurebayashi loses her beloved older brother, she finds solace in the messages she exchanges with DAISY, an enigmatic figure who can only be reached through the cell phone her brother left her. Meanwhile, mysterious Tasuku Kurosaki always seems to be around whenever Teru needs help. Could DAISY be a lot closer than Teru thinks? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing.

By Masami Miyazaki.

Make supercute Disney bento!

Fifty recipes for delicious bento boxes featuring your favorite Disney characters! Create masterpieces for any meal, including snack time, with Mickey, Minnie, Elsa, Anna, Winnie the Pooh, and more! Transform your lunch box with Disney Bento and enjoy the magic wherever you go!

Softcover, 9-in. x 10-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Original Concept by Yana Toboso. Story and art by Majiko!. Translated by Alethea Nibley and Athena Nibley. Adapted by Jann Jones. Yu is now enrolled at the arcane academy Night Raven College. Its winter break, and while most others have traveled home, Yu discovers that Grim and another mysterious student are still at school. As they wander the solitary halls, they find that the supposedly empty school is far from desolate! They are not alone… Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 186 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. The DISNEY TWISTED-WONDERLAND mobile game features an original concept inspired by classic Disney Villains and reimagined by renowned manga artist Yana Toboso, creator of the series Black Butler. This deluxe book features gorgeous character and card art from the hit game, including stunning Groovy card images. A section featuring sketches and handwritten notes provides fans of the series with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the striking character designs for every character in the series, including Malleus Draconia, Azul Ashengrotto, Riddle Rosehearts, Leona Kingscholar, and more. Hardcover, 11-in.x 8-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $30.00.

1st printing. This beautifully illustrated book includes concept art and character designs for the epic classic anime series Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z. Featuring art from 1984-1995. Hardcover, 218 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Saiyan Arc: Part 1!" Story and art by Akira Toriyama. Son Goku is the greatest hero on Earth. Five years after defeating the demon king Piccolo, he's grown up and had a family- he's married, and he has a child, Son Gohan. But what is the real reason for Goku's incredible strength? A visitor from outer space arrives bearing terrible news- Goku is an alien, and the visitor, Raditz, is Goku's brother! When Raditz turns out to be a ruthless killer, Goku must fight his incredibly strong brother to save his family and the entire human race. A surprising alliance may be Earth's last hope: Goku will team up with his old enemy Piccolo-archnemesis united to save the world! Softcover, 248 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Saiyan Arc: Part 1!" Story and art by Akira Toriyama. Son Goku is the greatest hero on Earth. Five years after defeating the demon king Piccolo, he's grown up and had a family- he's married, and he has a child, Son Gohan. But what is the real reason for Goku's incredible strength? A visitor from outer space arrives bearing terrible news- Goku is an alien, and the visitor, Raditz, is Goku's brother! When Raditz turns out to be a ruthless killer, Goku must fight his incredibly strong brother to save his family and the entire human race. A surprising alliance may be Earth's last hope: Goku will team up with his old enemy Piccolo-archnemesis united to save the world! Softcover, 248 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

1st printing.

Story and art by Dragongarow Lee.

A Dragon Ball fan's greatest dream is getting to live in the Dragon Ball universe and fight alongside Goku and his friends! But one particular fan is in for a rude awakening when he suddenly dies and gets reincarnated as everyone's favorite punching bag, Yamcha!

Dragon Ball: That Time I Got Reincarnated as Yamcha! is a single volume comedic spin-off of the legendary Dragon Ball that parodies the cliché of being reborn into a fantasy world. As a story told from the perspective of a fan navigating the world of Dragon Ball, it is a must read for both casual and die-hard fans of the anime and manga.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, B&W.

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

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Dragon Ball TPB (2003 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) Vol.1-3. Story and art by Akira Toriyama. Viz goes big - Vizbig! - with these omnibus volumes of two of their most popular series, Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z! Collecting the first three volumes of each series into single omnibus editions, readers can jump aboard the very beginning of these sagas! In Dragon Ball 16-year-old Bulma, a scientific genius who has constructed a radar to detect the exact locations of the Dragon Balls, is on a mission to find all seven orbs, but first she must convince young Son Goku to join her on her quest. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 576 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $17.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Dragon Ball TPB (2003 Shonen Jump Edition Digest) Vol.1-3. Story and art by Akira Toriyama. Viz goes big - Vizbig! - with these omnibus volumes of two of their most popular series, Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z! Collecting the first three volumes of each series into single omnibus editions, readers can jump aboard the very beginning of these sagas! In Dragon Ball 16-year-old Bulma, a scientific genius who has constructed a radar to detect the exact locations of the Dragon Balls, is on a mission to find all seven orbs, but first she must convince young Son Goku to join her on her quest. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 576 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 $18.00

Add to cart Near Mint $18.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Disciples of Avan I!"

Written by Riku Sanjo. Art and cover Koji Inada. Translated and Adapted by Gregory Werner.

Raised by monsters in a world scarred by battle, Dai has the heart of a hero! But it will take a grand world-spanning adventure and the help of some great friends for Dai to master the powers within him and become the hero he was always meant to be.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 336 pages, B&W. All Ages

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - Left to Right - 1st printing. Story and art by Masato Soda. Fire, smoke, adrenaline, and fear-when everyone is running to escape from a fire, a few courageous people are running to jump right into the thick of it. Firefighters put their own lives on the line to protect others and Daigo Asahina has always dreamed of becoming one. He's fresh out of the training academy and has been newly assigned to Medaka-Ga-Hama fire station. Cocky and overconfident, Daigo responds to a few calls and is quickly humbled and put in his place - he's still got a lot to learn before he can call himself a true firefighter. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 1 - Right to Left - 1st printing. Story and art by Masato Soda. Fire, smoke, adrenaline, and fear-when everyone is running to escape from a fire, a few courageous people are running to jump right into the thick of it. Firefighters put their own lives on the line to protect others and Daigo Asahina has always dreamed of becoming one. He's fresh out of the training academy and has been newly assigned to Medaka-Ga-Hama fire station. Cocky and overconfident, Daigo responds to a few calls and is quickly humbled and put in his place - he's still got a lot to learn before he can call himself a true firefighter. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kenjiro Hata. Translated by John Werry. First comes marriage, then comes an earthbound love that is out of this world! From the day his parents named him, Nasa Yuzaki has felt connected to outer space…whether he likes it or not. His efforts to outperform the space program veer off course when an accident introduces him to Tsukasa, a mysterious girl with strange powers. Is she an alien, a moon goddess or something else? Since she insists on marrying him, Nasa will have plenty of chances to find out! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st Printing. Written by Yuto Tsukuda. Art and Cover by Shun Saeki. Chef consultation and recipes by Yuki Morisaki. Soma Yukihira's old man runs a small family restaurant in the less savory end of town. Aiming to one day surpass his father's culinary prowess, Soma hones his skills day in and day out until one day, out of the blue, his father decides to enroll Soma in a classy culinary school! Can Soma really cut it in a school that prides itself on a 10 percent graduation rate? And cacn he convince the beautiful, domineering heiress of the school that he belongs there at all?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Yuto Tsukuda. Art and Cover by Shun Saeki. Chef consultation and recipes by Yuki Morisaki. Soma Yukihira's old man runs a small family restaurant in the less savory end of town. Aiming to one day surpass his father's culinary prowess, Soma hones his skills day in and day out until one day, out of the blue, his father decides to enroll Soma in a classy culinary school! Can Soma really cut it in a school that prides itself on a 10 percent graduation rate? And cacn he convince the beautiful, domineering heiress of the school that he belongs there at all?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

1st printing. Story and art by Tatsuya Endo. Translated by Casey Loe. A young girl fighting her way through bounty hunter school. A princess forced to flee her moon empire after a coup. Witch-hunters hell-bent on killing with bloodsucking swords. And a group of ragtag musketeers tracking down armed robbers. In these early works by Tatsuya Endo, creator of the hit series Spy x Family, follow the adventures of four resourceful and unexpected heroes as they discover that true strength, power, and beauty can be found in walking the path one believes in. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $9.00

1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Junji Ito. An old wooden mansion that turns on its inhabitants. A dissection class with a most unusual subject. A funeral where the dead are definitely not laid to rest. Ranging from the terrifying to the comedic, from the erotic to the loathsome, these stories showcase Junji Itos long-awaited return to the world of horror with this new collection of delightfully macabre tales! Hardcover, 5 1/2-in.x 8-in., 224 pages B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $17.99.

2nd and later printings. Story, art, and cover by Junji Ito. An old wooden mansion that turns on its inhabitants. A dissection class with a most unusual subject. A funeral where the dead are definitely not laid to rest. Ranging from the terrifying to the comedic, from the erotic to the loathsome, these stories showcase Junji Itos long-awaited return to the world of horror with this new collection of delightfully macabre tales! Hardcover, 5 1/2-in.x 8-in., 224 pages B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $17.99.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Land of Sand!"

By Makoto Inoue. Based on the concept by Hiromu Arakawa. Translated by Alexander O. Smith.

An original story translated from the Japanese!

The Elric brothers travel to the ghost town of Xenotime-once a prosperous mining town, now slowly sinking beneath the drifting sands. To save their town, the inhabitants of Xenotime have hired two of the world's most powerful alchemists to create a Philosopher's Stone...and when the Fullmetal Alchemist and his brother meet them, sparks are going to fly. How can there be *two* sets of alchemists named Edward and Alphonse Elric?

Plus a bonus story, "The Horror in Warehouse 13!"

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $9.99.

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "The Land of Sand!"

By Makoto Inoue. Based on the concept by Hiromu Arakawa. Translated by Alexander O. Smith.

An original story translated from the Japanese!

The Elric brothers travel to the ghost town of Xenotime-once a prosperous mining town, now slowly sinking beneath the drifting sands. To save their town, the inhabitants of Xenotime have hired two of the world's most powerful alchemists to create a Philosopher's Stone...and when the Fullmetal Alchemist and his brother meet them, sparks are going to fly. How can there be *two* sets of alchemists named Edward and Alphonse Elric?

Plus a bonus story, "The Horror in Warehouse 13!"

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $7.10

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuu Watase. This exciting prequel to VIZ's best-selling fantasy series Fushigi Yugi tells the story of the very first priestess of "The Four Gods"- the Priestess of Genbu! When schoolgirl Takiko Okuda attempts to destroy her father's translation of "The Universe of the Four Gods," she is instead literally sucked intor the story, becoming the Priestess of Genbu in an epic journey to find the seven Celestial Warriors! 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 $8.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Yuto Sano. Translated by David Evelyn. There's never a shortage of crime around town, and a young boy searching for his beastman friend is just another entry on a long list of missing persons reports. However, Tao and Alma realize that they're the only ones able to solve this case-and destroy the vicious monsters waiting around every street corner. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Yuto Sano. Translated by David Evelyn. There's never a shortage of crime around town, and a young boy searching for his beastman friend is just another entry on a long list of missing persons reports. However, Tao and Alma realize that they're the only ones able to solve this case-and destroy the vicious monsters waiting around every street corner. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Teen+ Cover price $11.99.

1st printing. Collects Gunhed (1990) #1-3. Story and art by Kia Asdamiya. Sometime in the 21st Century the future for mankind will be decided by brave men and great warmachines - GUNHEDs (Gun Unite Heavy Elimination Device). Softcover, 136 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

Volume 1- 1st printing. Story and art by Yoshihiro Togashi. Hunters are a special breed, dedicated to tracking down treasures, magical beasts, and even other men. But such pursuits require a license, and less than one in a hundred thousand can pass the grueling qualification exam. Those who do pass gain access to restricted areas, amazing stores of information, and the right to call themselves Hunters. Gon might be a country boy, but he has high aspirations. Despite his Aunt Mito's protests, Gon decides to follow in his father's footsteps and become a legendary Hunter. Gon and the other Hunter hopefuls begin their journey by storm-tossed ship. Having survived the terrors of the high seas, Gon and his companions now have to prove their worth in a variety of tests in order to find the elusive Exam Hall. Softcover, 188 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Hirohiko Araki.

The beginning of the Stardust Crusaders Arc! A fiendish villain once thought to be dead has resurfaced and become even more powerful! To fight this evil, the aging Joseph Joestar enlists the help of his hot-blooded grandson, Jotaro Kujo. Together they embark on a perilous adventure that will take them around the world!

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 320 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Hirohiko Araki.

The beginning of the Stardust Crusaders Arc! A fiendish villain once thought to be dead has resurfaced and become even more powerful! To fight this evil, the aging Joseph Joestar enlists the help of his hot-blooded grandson, Jotaro Kujo. Together they embark on a perilous adventure that will take them around the world!

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 320 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Kouhei Kadono. Art and cover by Tasuku Karasuma. Translated by Nathan A. Collins. Hol Horse is entrusted with finding a missing parrot and takes Boingo to Morioh, S City. In the unfamiliar town, Hol Horse hears words that DIO once spoke in another time: "Look how wide the sidewalk is." He turns to look and sees a car barreling toward him, but he's saved from danger by another Stand user-a young man with a pompadour and a school uniform... Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen Cover price $11.99.

1st printing. Created by Gege Akutami. Written by Ballad Kitaguni. Translated by John Werry. A modeling scout approaches Kugisaki, but he turns out to be a cursed speech user with an ulterior motive, and when Inumaki tries to rescue her, things don't quite turn out as planned. Mechamaru goes on a solo mission, Gojo and friends try to host a party, and more chilling and charming adventures ensue in these five short stories set in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, Text. Cover price $10.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $11.99

Add to cart Near Mint $11.99

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Naoya Matsumoto and Kizuku Watanabe. Art and cover by Kizuku Watanabe. Join the top troops of the Third Division of the Japan Defense Force, a military organization tasked with the neutralization of kaiju, on their days off! Kafka Hibino attempts to bare his soul in meditation, only to end up baring something else. Then, an off-duty Captain Mina Ashiro blows off steam at the arcade, Reno Ichikawa confronts his fear of ghosts, a curious cadet sets out to glimpse Vice-Captain Hoshina's eyes and uncovers a sweet surprise, and Kikoru Shinomiya finally spends time with her friends. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 176 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $11.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Midori Yuma. Art and cover by Waco Ioka. Translated and Adapted by Tomo Kimura. Aoi wants to work off her debt to the Tenjin-ya inn, but she only has one day to find a position and none of the managers are willing to hire a human! If she can just get someone to see past her family background, Aoi is certain she can prove her worth! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Karuho Shiina. Sawako Kuronuma is the perfect heroine...for a horror movie. With striking similarities to a haunting movie character--jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor--she's mistakenly called Sadako by those around her. But behind her scary façade is a very misunderstood teenager. Too shy to fit in, all she wants to do is make some friends. But when the most popular boy in class befriends her, she's sure to make more than just that--she's about to make some enemies too! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Karuho Shiina. Sawako Kuronuma is the perfect heroine...for a horror movie. With striking similarities to a haunting movie character--jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor--she's mistakenly called Sadako by those around her. But behind her scary façade is a very misunderstood teenager. Too shy to fit in, all she wants to do is make some friends. But when the most popular boy in class befriends her, she's sure to make more than just that--she's about to make some enemies too! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 216 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.