Dark Horse 47 Ronin

Description

Japan’s enduring national legend comes to comics! Creators Mike Richardson and Stan Sakai bring history’s greatest revenge tale to stirring life, under the knowing editorial guidance of Kazuo Koike, famed author of Lone Wolf and Cub. This epic mission of loyal Japanese warriors to avenge their wronged master epitomizes the samurai code of honor, and 47 Ronin recounts the sweeping saga of duty and duress in all its violent grandeur. Opening with the tragic incident that sealed the fate of young Lord Asano, this meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated graphic novel follows a dedicated group of Asano’s vassals on their unwavering road to bloody vengeance.