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Assassination Classroom, Vol. 1

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Assassination Classroom, Vol. 1 by Yusei Matsui introduces an unusual story where students of Class 3-E are tasked with assassinating their new homeroom teacher, a powerful tentacled creature threatening to destroy Earth. Despite his enigmatic nature, this strange teacher is determined to help his students excel in school life, blending humour and suspense as the class navigates their bizarre predicament.
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Fans of unique graphic novels that blend humour, action, and emotional depth may find this manga captivating. It follows a classroom of students tasked with assassinating their alien teacher, who has plans to destroy the Earth—leading to a mix of suspense and unexpected heartwarming moments. If you enjoy stories with quirky plots and a touch of the extraordinary, this might be a great choice.

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When the misfits of Class 3-E get stuck with a smiley-faced, octopus-tentacled schoolteacher with bizarre superpowers, they discover they have a lot to learn…

When the misfits of Class 3-E get stuck with a smiley-faced, octopus-tentacled schoolteacher with bizarre superpowers, they discover they have a lot to learn…

Koro Sensei has already blown up the moon. He promises not to do the same to the Earth on one condition…that he be allowed to teach a certain junior high school remedial class for one year. In addition, he’ll allow the students to attempt to take him out at any time without retaliating. Whoever succeeds gets a huge cash reward from the Ministry of Defense. But now the students of Class 3-E are the only ones standing in the way of the destruction of the planet!

Meet the would-be assassins of Class 3-E: Sugino, who let his grades slip and got kicked off the baseball team. Karma, who’s doing well in his classes but keeps getting suspended for fighting. And Okuda, who lacks both academic and social skills, yet excels at one subject: chemistry. Who has the best chance of winning that reward? Will the deed be accomplished through pity, brute force or poison...? And what chance does their teacher have of repairing his students’ tattered self-esteem?

Assassination Classroom, Vol. 1 by Yusei Matsui is a thrilling tale that blends humour and suspense, immersing readers in the unique challenges and surprising lessons faced by the students of Class 3-E.

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  • Assassination Classroom, Vol. 1
    When the misfits of Class 3-E get stuck with a smiley-faced, octopus-tentacled schoolteacher with bizarre superpowers, they discover they have a lot to learn… When the misfits of Class 3-E get stuck with a smiley-faced, octopus-tentacled schoolteacher with bizarre superpowers, they discover they have a lot to learn… Koro Sensei has already blown up the moon. He promises not to...
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Assassination Classroom, Vol. 1 by Yusei Matsui has been praised for its unique and engaging premise, combining action, humour, and heart in a classroom setting. Reviewers appreciate the clever blend of comedy and suspense as the students plan to assassinate their alien teacher, who is intent on destroying the Earth. The character development and artwork receive high marks for enhancing the reader's experience, making it a compelling start to the series.

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ISBN: 9781421576077

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 December 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 172g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Yusei Matsui was born on the last day of January in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. He has been drawing manga since he began elementary school. Some of his favorite manga series are Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and Ultimate Muscle. Matsui learned his trade working as an assistant to manga artist Yoshio Sawai, creator of Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo. In 2005, Matsui debuted his original manga Neuro: Supernatural Detective in Weekly Shonen Jump. In 2007, Neuro was adapted into an anime. In 2012, Assassination Classroom began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump.

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    What does a pathetic class of misfits have in their arsenal to combat their schoolteacher’s alien technology, bizarre powers and...tentacles? Ever caught yourself screaming, “I could just kill that teacher”? What would it take to justify such antisocial behaviour and weeks of detention? Especially if he’s the best teacher you’ve ever had? Giving you an “F” on a quiz? Mispronouncing...
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    What does a pathetic class of misfits have in their arsenal to combat their schoolteacher’s alien technology, bizarre powers and...tentacles?! Ever caught yourself screaming, “I could just kill that teacher”? What would it take to justify such antisocial behaviour and weeks of detention? Especially if he’s the best teacher you’ve ever had? Giving you an “F” on a quiz? Mispronouncing...
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    What does a pathetic class of misfits have in their arsenal to combat their schoolteacher’s alien technology, bizarre powers and...tentacles?! Ever caught yourself screaming, “I could just kill that teacher”? What would it take to justify such antisocial behaviour and weeks of detention? Especially if he’s the best teacher you’ve ever had? Giving you an “F” on a quiz? Mispronouncing...
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    What does a pathetic class of misfits have in their arsenal to combat their schoolteacher’s alien technology, bizarre powers and...tentacles?! Ever caught yourself screaming, “I could just kill that teacher”? What would it take to justify such antisocial behaviour and weeks of detention? Especially if he’s the best teacher you’ve ever had? Giving you an “F” on a quiz? Mispronouncing...
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