Black Lagoon, Vol. 1

Series: Black Lagoon
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Black Lagoon, Vol. 1 by Rei Hiroe plunges you into the thrilling world of modern-day piracy. Situated in Southeast Asia, a Japanese businessman's life takes a drastic turn when he is kidnapped by a group of mercenaries called Lagoon Company. The story is packed with high-octane action, complex characters, and explores gritty themes of survival and moral ambiguity.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling action-packed stories set in a gritty underworld. It follows a band of mercenaries navigating dangerous waters, both literally and metaphorically, combining explosive action with distinctive characters. Perfect for fans of dynamic visuals and intense, fast-paced storytelling.

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Aboard their World War II era torpedo boat, the Black Lagoon, Dutch the Boss, Benny the Mechanic, Revy Two Hand, and Rock, the salary-man from Japan, deliver anything, anywhere. In the dangerous underworld of the Russian Mafia, Chinese Triads, Colombian drug cartels, crazed assassins, and ruthless mercenaries, it's hard to know who to trust. But if you've got a delivery to make, and you don't mind a little property damage along the way, you can count on the crew of the Black Lagoon!

Rokur Okajima is just an average Japanese salaryman, living an average life. But when he's taken hostage by the crew of the Black Lagoon, Rokur finds himself thrown headfirst into a deadly world of outlawed heroes, brutal villains, and blazing gunfights. Where he ends up is anyone's guess, but one thing is for certain - he's in for a wild ride!

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Black Lagoon, Vol. 1 by Rei Hiroe is applauded for its high-octane action and thrilling narrative, characterised by its intense and gritty storyline set in a seedy underworld. The vibrant, dynamic artwork effectively complements the fast-paced plot, drawing readers into a world teeming with mercenaries and suspense. Reviewers have noted its engaging characters and the seamless blend of action with comedic elements, making it a compelling read for fans of graphic novels.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781421513829

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 243g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Rei Hiroe was born on December 5, 1972. After working at a game company, he debuted as a mangaka in 1993. He has been an active illustrator and dojinshi, and has created many titles released through the dojin community. He is best known for his works Hisuikyoukitan and SHOOK UP! (both currently available in new formats published by Shogakukan) and his first artwork collection, Barrage.

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