{"title":"Series: Saturday AM TANKS \/ Apple Black","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"apple-black-volume-1-rockport-edition-by-saturday-am-9780760376843","title":"Apple Black, Volume 1 - Rockport Edition","description":"Now from Rockport Publishers and including new content: \u003ci\u003eApple Black,\u003c\/i\u003e Volume 1.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaised in isolation to be the world's savior known as the Trinity, young sorcerer Sano ventures out to train with other talented magic-users just as evil emerges again to threaten the world. Many years ago, humans acquired fruits called \"Black\" from a tree that descended from the skies, which turned humans into sorcerers. Although all of Black is now extinct, humans still have sorcery inherited from their ancestors. As generations go by, the effects of Black in the bloodline diminishes and sorcerers use a variety of objects as \"wands\" to harness their magical power. Blessed by \"Merlin,\" the god of sorcery, with the Arodihs arm, Sano, a young sorcerer, has the ultimate wand. He is raised and trained in isolation and secrecy to be the world's savior known as the Trinity. The savior is believed to be the one who dawns the Infinite Night, an eternal night of chaos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSano begins his training amongst a group of other talented new magic-users where many already know his name. Sano gets a fiery start after being admitted to Black Bottom Island's guild for young sorcerers with his newfound freedom. As his fellow gifted allies and sorcerers accompany Sano on his quest, the treachery, betrayal, and evil that have plagued nearly all of Eden emerge again to threaten the world. Can Sano survive the threats on his young life? \u003ci\u003eSaturday AM\u003c\/i\u003e, the world's most diverse manga-inspired comics, are now presented in a new format!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroducing \u003ci\u003eSaturday AM \u003c\/i\u003eTANKS, the new graphic novel format similar to Japanese Tankobons where we collect the global heroes and artists of \u003ci\u003eSaturday AM\u003c\/i\u003e. These handsome volumes have select color pages, revised artwork, and innovative post-credit scenes that help bring new life to our popular BIPOC, LGBTQ, and\/or culturally diverse characters. The inaugural \u003ci\u003eSaturday AM\u003c\/i\u003e TANKS include: \u003ci\u003eApple Black, Hammer, Saigami, Oblivion Rouge, Massively Multiplayer World of Ghosts, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Clock Striker.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=hpuWWY7wigs\u0026amp;ab_channel=WhytManga\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47334963183852,"sku":"9780760376843","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19696613482458.jpg?v=1772052505"},{"product_id":"apple-black-volume-2-rockport-edition-by-saturday-am-9780760376911","title":"Apple Black, Volume 2 - Rockport Edition","description":"Young sorcerer and prophesied savior, Sano, continues his quest by attempting to uncover and protect the secrets behind his father's research on the immense power known as Apple Black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaturday AM, the world's most diverse manga-inspired comics, are now presented in a new format! Introducing Saturday AM TANKS, the new graphic novel format similar to Japanese Tankobons where we collect the global heroes and artists of Saturday AM. These handsome volumes have select color pages, revised artwork, and innovative post-credit scenes that help bring new life to our popular BIPOC, LGBTQ, and\/or culturally diverse characters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany years ago, humans acquired fruits called \"Black\" from a tree that descended from the skies, which turned humans into sorcerers. Although all of Black is now extinct, humans still have sorcery inherited from their ancestors. Blessed by \"Merlin,\" the god of sorcery, with the Arodihs arm, Sano, a young sorcerer, is raised and trained in isolation and secrecy to be the world's savior known as the Trinity. The savior is believed to be the one who dawns the Infinite Night, an eternal night of chaos.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSano gets a fiery start after being admitted to Black Bottom Island's guild for young sorcerers with his newfound freedom from isolation. As his fellow gifted allies and sorcerers accompany Sano on his quest, the treachery, betrayal, and evil that have plagued nearly all of Eden emerge again to threaten the world. With his visions offering him a darker path, Sano seeks to find those responsible for his loss and walk a path away from revenge but rather one towards forgiveness to find closure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidding Eden of the Infinite Night will require him to uncover the secrets behind his father's research on fully rejuvenating the effects of Black in bloodlines with the immense power known as Apple Black.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpal Wantmore, another young sorcerer, must find a misplaced tourist amid Black Bottom Island. Unfortunately, it's under attack by a deadly division of rebels from Gideon Banburi's rebellion. These terrorists seek to collect Apple Black research and to leave the country in ruins. But nothing would be better than to capture Sano, the Trinity himself! The siege is led by Prince Ceazar Ashokahn, who has his own motives for wanting to scorch Black Bottom Island off the face of Eden.","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47334963282156,"sku":"9780760376911","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19697293482458.jpg?v=1772052520"},{"product_id":"apple-black-volume-3-by-saturday-am-9780760382301","title":"Apple Black, Volume 3","description":"War is here! In \u003ci\u003eApple Black, Volume 3\u003c\/i\u003e, Sano finds himself in trouble, but his allies join the fight! Can they survive, or has their luck run out?\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eApple Black, Volume 3\u003c\/i\u003e, young sorcerer and prophesied savior Sano continues his quest by attempting to uncover and protect the secrets behind his father's research on the immense power known as Apple Black.\u003cbr\u003eMany years ago, humans acquired \"Black\" fruits from a tree that descended from the skies, turning humans into sorcerers. Although all of Black is now extinct, humans still have sorcery inherited from their ancestors. Blessed with the Arodihs arm by Merlin, the god of sorcery, Sano is raised and trained in isolation and secrecy to be the world's savior, known as the Trinity. The savior is the one who dawns the Infinite Night, an eternal night of chaos.\u003cbr\u003eWith his newfound freedom from isolation, Sano gets a fiery start after being admitted to Black Bottom Island's guild for young sorcerers. As his fellow gifted allies and sorcerers like Opal Wantmore accompany Sano on his quest, the treachery, betrayal, and evil that have plagued nearly all of Eden again threaten the world.\u003cbr\u003eSano fears his power can either save the world or destroy it. With his visions offering him a darker path, Sano seeks to find those responsible for his loss, and walk away from revenge and toward forgiveness to find closure. Ridding Eden of the Infinite Night will require him to uncover the secrets behind his father's research on fully rejuvenating the effects of Black in bloodlines with the immense power known as Apple Black.\u003cbr\u003eBlack Bottom Island has become a war zone as Banburi rebels and cloaks of the country battle each other. The Lords of the country plan to counterattack, taking charge in the absence of the Dark Lords. Sano finds himself in trouble, but his allies join the fight. Symon fears their luck may have run out.\u003cbr\u003eApple Black is rated T for Teen, recommended for ages 13 and up.\u003cbr\u003eSaturday AM, the world's most diverse manga-inspired comics, are now presented in a new format! Introducing Saturday AM TANKS, the new graphic novel format similar to Japanese Tankobons where we collect the global heroes and artists of Saturday AM. 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Will he allow them to consume him, believing it's the only way to save everyone? Or will he forge a different path? Many years ago, humans acquired \"Black\" fruits from a tree that descended from the skies, turning humans into sorcerers. Although all of Black is now extinct, humans still have sorcery inherited from their ancestors. Blessed with the Arodihs arm by Merlin, the god of sorcery, Sano is raised and trained in isolation and secrecy to be the world's savior, known as the Trinity. The savior is the one who dawns the Infinite Night, an eternal night of chaos. With his newfound freedom from isolation, Sano gets a fiery start after being admitted to Black Bottom Island's guild for young sorcerers. As his fellow gifted allies and sorcerers like Opal Wantmore accompany Sano on his quest, the treachery, betrayal, and evil that have plagued nearly all of Eden again threaten the world.  Sano fears his power can either save the world or destroy it. With his visions offering him a darker path, Sano seeks to find those responsible for his loss, and walk away from revenge and toward forgiveness to find closure. Ridding Eden of the Infinite Night will require him to uncover the secrets behind his father's research on fully rejuvenating the effects of Black in bloodlines with the immense power known as Apple Black.  The arm of the god of sorcery, Arodihs, has awakened within Sano to help rescue Black Bottom Island from the mayhem at the hands of Prince Ceazar. However, Arodihs's help comes at a cost Sano isn't prepared to pay. No one-including Sano himself-may ever see him the same way. Apple Black is rated T for Teen, recommended for ages 13 and up. Saturday AM, the world's most diverse manga-inspired comics, are now presented in a new format! Introducing Saturday AM TANKS, the new graphic novel format similar to Japanese Tankobons where we collect the global heroes and artists of Saturday AM. These handsome volumes have select color pages, revised artwork, and innovative post-credit scenes that help bring new life to our popular BIPOC, LGBTQ, and\/or culturally diverse characters.  The inaugural Saturday AM TANKS include:Apple Black, Hammer, Saigami, Oblivion Rouge, Massively Multiplayer World of Ghosts, and Clock Striker.","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47334963609836,"sku":"9780760382509","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19753273482458.jpg?v=1772052548"},{"product_id":"apple-black-volume-5-by-saturday-am-9780760390344","title":"Apple Black, Volume 5","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSano now realises just how dangerous his Arodihs arm can be, and as a result, he is now using a new external wand. When the Rumble Trials begin, can he succeed without using his older, corrupt weapon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany years ago, humans acquired \"Black\" fruits from a tree that descended from the skies, turning humans into sorcerers. Although all of Black is now extinct, humans still have sorcery inherited from their ancestors. Blessed with the Arodihs arm by Merlin, the god of sorcery, Sano is raised and trained in isolation and secrecy to be the world's saviour, known as the Trinity. The saviour is the one who dawns the Infinite Night, an eternal night of chaos. With his newfound freedom from isolation, Sano gets a fiery start after being admitted to Black Bottom Island's guild for young sorcerers. As his fellow gifted allies and sorcerers like Opal Wantmore accompany Sano on his quest, the treachery, betrayal, and evil that have plagued nearly all of Eden again threaten the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSano fears his power can either save the world or destroy it. With his visions offering him a darker path, Sano seeks to find those responsible for his loss and walk away from revenge and towards forgiveness to find closure. Ridding Eden of the Infinite Night will require him to uncover the secrets behind his father's research on fully rejuvenating the effects of Black in bloodlines with the immense power known as \u003cem\u003eApple Black\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eApple Black, Volume 5\u003c\/em\u003e, Sano competes with the graduating class of the country's guild in the Rumble Trials to determine their ten representatives for the Continent's Nirvana Games. While the classmates go all out, Sano promises Angelo that he won't use his arm of Merlin, Arodihs, to avoid the disaster that occurred the last time Arodihs used Sano as a vessel. To compensate, Angelo offers Sano a new wand. 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