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RWBY: The Official Manga, Vol. 1

The Beacon Arc
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RWBY: The Official Manga, Vol. 1 by Bunta Kinami introduces the world of Remnant, a land plagued by monstrous creatures known as the Grimm. The story follows four young women—Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang—who are training to become Huntresses at the prestigious Beacon Academy. Each character brings unique skills and backgrounds, and together they form Team RWBY, embarking on thrilling adventures and growing both as individuals and as a team.
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RWBY: The Official Manga, Vol. 1

Experience the introductory arc of the international smash hit series RWBY in a whole new way—manga!

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Experience the introductory arc of the international smash hit series RWBY in a whole new way—manga!

Monsters known as the Grimm are wreaking havoc on the world of Remnant. Ruby Rose seeks to become a Huntress, someone who eliminates the Grimm and protects the land. She enrolls at Beacon Academy, eager for the tests and combat challenges to come.

Ruby knows she has the talent to achieve her goal, but is she ready to clash with Weiss Schnee, a fellow student and the haughty scion of the Schnee Dust Company?

Series: RWBY: The Official Manga

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RWBY: The Official Manga, Vol. 1 by Bunta Kinami presents a vibrant adaptation of the popular anime series. Reviewers appreciate the manga's faithful representation of the original characters and storyline, combined with captivating artwork. It offers a fresh perspective while staying true to the essence of the RWBY universe, making it enjoyable for fans and newcomers alike.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781974710096

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Contributors:

  • Created by Monty Oum
  • Created by Rooster Teeth Productions

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 218g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Bunta Kinami was born in Ibaraki Prefecture in Japan, and started drawing manga after he noticed that his friends enjoyed drawing. His favorite series include Dogs: Bullets & Carnage by Shirow Miwa and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind by Hayao Miyazaki. He began his professional career with RWBY: The Official Manga.

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