Ballad of Sword and Wine Qiang Jin Jiu SC (2024-2026 Seven Seas) A Light Novel comic books

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. The fan-favorite danmei/Boys' Love novel series originally released in Chinese! In this historical tale of war and political intrigue, an intense relationship burns between the son of an infamous traitor and the vengeful nobleman who despises him... at first. Shen Zechuan is the eighth son of the traitorous Prince of Jianxing, a man who doomed his cities and people to destruction at the hands of the foreign enemy. As the only surviving member of his reviled line, Shen Zechuan is dragged to the capital in chains. He bears the hatred of the nation, but no one's hate burns hotter than that of Xiao Chiye, the youngest son of the powerful Prince of Libei. Xiao Chiye would love nothing more than to see Shen Zechuan deadagainst all odds, he clings to life. Rather than succumb to his family's disgrace, he becomes a thorn in Xiao Chiye's side, clawing his way into the cutthroat political world of the capital. Yet as these two bitter enemies beat against the bonds of their fate, they find themselves kindred spirits, unlikely allies...and perhaps something more. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 446 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. In this historical tale of war and political intrigue, an intense relationship burns between the son of an infamous traitor and the vengeful nobleman who despises him... at first. Shen Zechuan is the eighth son of the traitorous Prince of Jianxing, a man who doomed his cities and people to destruction at the hands of the foreign enemy. As the only surviving member of his reviled line, Shen Zechuan is dragged to the capital in chains. He bears the hatred of the nation, but no one's hate burns hotter than that of Xiao Chiye, the youngest son of the powerful Prince of Libei. Xiao Chiye would love nothing more than to see Shen Zechuan deadagainst all odds, he clings to life. Rather than succumb to his family's disgrace, he becomes a thorn in Xiao Chiye's side, clawing his way into the cutthroat political world of the capital. Yet as these two bitter enemies beat against the bonds of their fate, they find themselves kindred spirits, unlikely allies...and perhaps something more. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 422 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. DESPERATE MEASURES. After a close call with a deadly epidemic and an attempt on the emperors life, the imperial court of Qudu is in turmoil. The emperor is determined to hold someone among the noble clans accountable, a desire Shen Zechuan and Xiao Chiye are prepared to use to their political advantage. The chaos gives them another opportunity as well—a chance to investigate the suspected mastermind behind the fall of Zhongbo five years ago. Yet as they delve deeper into the past, new dangers emerge in the present. For every move they make, their unseen adversary seems always a step ahead, driving them into a trap from which there is no way out. As Shen Zechuan and Xiao Chiyes lives grow more and more entwined, both find they are increasingly reliant on each other. But when Xiao Chiye extends a hand in their most desperate hour, will Shen Zechuan take it? Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 430 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. OPENING GAMBIT. Having successfully foiled the bandit attack on the city of Cizhou in Zhongbo, Xiao Chiye sets off in pursuit of their leader, attempting to cut him off before he returns to his lair. At the same time, having gained control of Cizhou, Shen Zechuan sets his sights on the neighboring prefecture of Chazhou in hopes of brokering a trade agreement. But Chazhou is a lawless place, ruled by a ruthless bandit chief who has long neglected the starving populace. If Shen Zechuan wishes to make his mark here, he must rely not on any army, but his own cunning. As Shen Zechuan fights for a foothold in Zhongbo, a new power is rising in the capital of Qudu. Those with ambition eye the throne from all sides. The board is set for a game of wits that will decide the fate of the nation—and Shen Zechuan is playing to win. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 430 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. SINS OF THE FATHER. As Shen Zechuan attempts to consolidate power in Zhongbo with the aid of Yao Wenyu, his greatest stumbling block continues to be his own name. No matter how great his deeds, so long as he bears the stain of the traitor Shen Wei, he remains foiled in his ambitions. If Shen Zechuan is to expand his hold over the region, he must find a way to overcome his past. Meanwhile, in the north, Xiao Chiye struggles to find his footing in the Libei Armored Cavalry. Their enemy Amur has sent his most powerful general northward, and the cavalry find themselves pressed back time and again by an adversary who seems to anticipate their every move. Xiao Chiye is hungry to step out of his father and brothers shadow and become the commander who carries Libei to victory—but can he prove himself before its too late? Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 454 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. EYE FOR AN EYE. In the aftermath of the enemy general Hassens devastating ambush, Xiao Chiye struggles to hold together a fractured Libei Armored Cavalry. Morale is at an all-time low, and the enemy's tactics grow ever more unorthodox. Unless Libei's generals can adapt to Hassen's ruthless ingenuity, their forces may not survive the next assault. To the south, Shen Zechuan is determined to claim the last three prefectures of Zhongbo. To unify the region, he must crush King Yi, a self-proclaimed tyrant lording over Zhongbo's south, and push back the Biansha Horsemen who have seized the east. If he succeeds, Zhongbo will become the crucial linchpin between north and south in the war against Biansha. Yet when the campaign puts Xiao Chiye on the front lines against Biansha's most deadly forces, Shen Zechuan must risk losing the man he loves most in pursuit of the victory they so desperately need. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 462 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

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Volume 7 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. UNDER SIEGE. Having at last consolidated the six prefectures of Zhongbo under his rule, Shen Zechuan stands between two looming threats: the Biansha Horsemen to the east, and the imperial court of Qudu to the west. Although Qudu remains paralyzed by internal strife, Shen Zechuan knows it's only a matter of time before the fledgling emperor and her supporter, Xue Xiuzhuo, turn their eyes to him. To the north, while Hassen continues to hammer Libeis generals with relentless attacks, Xiao Chiye suspects his real target lies along the vulnerable border of Zhongbo. If he's right, Shen Zechuan will be cut off and surrounded before reinforcements arrive. Yet when Hassens attack comes, it is with a brutality no one anticipated. Forced to make a desperate stand, Shen Zechuan must hold the walls until Xiao Chiye arrives—or the city falls. Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 470 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. FALL OF AN EMPIRE. Fresh from victory at Duanzhou, Xiao Chiye leads the Libei Armored Cavalry deep into the eastern desert, hoping to deliver a killing blow to Amur and his Biansha Horsemen. Xiao Chiye will gamble everything on this final strike—but even as he forges ahead, Amurs Scorpions lurk in the heart of the empire, poised to strike at everything Xiao Chiye has left behind, including his beloved. Shen Zechuan, far from defenseless, prepares his Zhongbo troops to confront the capital of Qudu and its girl emperor, Li Jianting. But the coming battle will test more than military might. Shen Zechuan understands better than anyone that the real war will be won or lost in the hearts of the people. Can the nation ever kneel to the son of Shen Wei, the empires most reviled traitor? This triumphant series finale contains an exclusive new chapter from Tang Jiu Qing! Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 448 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $19.99.

Special Edition

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Written by Tang Jiu Qing. Art and cover by St. Translated by XiA, Jia, and amixy. Adapted by Dara. FALL OF AN EMPIRE. Fresh from victory at Duanzhou, Xiao Chiye leads the Libei Armored Cavalry deep into the eastern desert, hoping to deliver a killing blow to Amur and his Biansha Horsemen. Xiao Chiye will gamble everything on this final strike—but even as he forges ahead, Amurs Scorpions lurk in the heart of the empire, poised to strike at everything Xiao Chiye has left behind, including his beloved. Shen Zechuan, far from defenseless, prepares his Zhongbo troops to confront the capital of Qudu and its girl emperor, Li Jianting. But the coming battle will test more than military might. Shen Zechuan understands better than anyone that the real war will be won or lost in the hearts of the people. Can the nation ever kneel to the son of Shen Wei, the empires most reviled traitor? This triumphant series finale contains an exclusive new chapter from Tang Jiu Qing! This limited Special Edition contains the Regular Edition, but with bonus merchandise shrinkwrapped to the book: a double-sided bookmark, a sticker sheet, a paper standee, and four postcards! Softcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 448 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Mature Readers Cover price $29.99.