Issue Description

Among the best-known tales in Japanese history, the legend of the 47 Ronin and their epic mission to avenge their disgraced master epitomizes the samurai code of honor. It has been said, “To know the story of the 47 Ronin is to know Japan.” Retold through the ages, the legend at last comes to comics in a meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated miniseries from Mike Richardson, Stan Sakai, and editorial consultant Kazuo Koike! Recounting this sweeping tale of honor and violence in all its grandeur, chapter one details the tragic incident that would seal the fate of Lord Asano and set forty-seven of his vassals on a years-long path of vengeance!

47 Ronin (2012)

Publisher

Dark Horse Comics

Volume Description

"Among the best-known episodes in Japanese history, the tale of the 47 Ronin and their years-long mission to avenge their disgraced master epitomizes the samurai code of honor. Their story is often referred to as Japan's national legend." -- "To know the story of the 47 Ronin is to know Japan."

This 5-part mini-series is a gorgeous new adaption of this legend by writer Mike Richardson (The Secret) and artist Stan Sakai (creator of the samurai rabbit Usagi Yojimbo), and published by Dark Horse Comics in 2012-13.

Collected in 47 Ronin.

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