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Samurai 8: The Tale of Hachimaru, Vol. 1

By Masashi Kishimoto
Series: Samurai 8
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Samurai 8: The Tale of Hachimaru, Vol. 1 is set in a futuristic universe where a sickly boy named Hachimaru dreams of becoming a samurai. His life changes when he meets a warrior named Daruma, who reveals Hachimaru's incredible potential. Together, they embark on an adventure to unlock Hachimaru's abilities and seek the mystical keys required for a grand quest.
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This captivating graphic novel may appeal to you if you're drawn to epic adventures combining samurai traditions with futuristic elements. Dive into a world where courage, determination, and destiny intertwine, and follow a young protagonist on a quest that will decide his fate. Perfect for fans of vivid storytelling and dynamic artwork.

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A futuristic tale of samurai adventure from the creator of Naruto!

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A futuristic tale of samurai adventure from the creator of Naruto!

Becoming a samurai seems like an impossible dream for Hachimaru, a boy who can’t even survive without the help of his father. But when a samurai cat appears before him, his whole life changes! The legendary creator of Naruto and a rising manga star come together to bring you this science fiction samurai epic!

Only the most powerful warriors are able to transcend their human bodies and become something even greater—samurai. Samurai carry special souls within themselves and can travel through space as easily as walking the earth. Hachimaru has always dreamed of becoming a samurai, but he’s as weak as they come. He’s so sickly that he can’t even eat solid foods. Being too weak to leave the house may have turned Hachimaru into an expert at video games, but with enough heart, could he become a true samurai?

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Samurai 8: The Tale of Hachimaru, Vol. 1 is often praised for its imaginative world-building and integration of sci-fi elements with traditional samurai honour themes. The artwork by Akira Okubo is frequently highlighted for its intricate details and dynamic action sequences. However, some readers find the plot complex and dense, which might be challenging for newcomers to follow. Overall, it is appreciated for trying to blend action with philosophical elements, appealing to fans of Kishimoto's previous works.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781974715022

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

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  • Illustrated by Akira Okubo

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 168g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Author/artist Masashi Kishimoto was born in 1974 in rural Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Like many kids, he was first inspired to become a manga artist in elementary school when he read Dragon Ball. After spending time in art college, he won the Hop Step Award for new manga artists with his story Karakuri. After considering various genres for his next project, Kishimoto decided on a story steeped in traditional Japanese culture. His first version of Naruto, drawn in 1997, was a one-shot story about fox spirits; his final version, which debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1999, quickly became the most popular ninja manga in the world. The series would also spawn multiple anime series, movies, novels, video games and more. Having concluded the series in late 2014, Masashi Kishimoto has kept himself busy this year with the side story Naruto: The Seventh Hokage and the Scarlet Spring and writing the story for the latest Naruto movie, Boruto: Naruto the Movie, both of which will focus on the title character's son, Boruto.

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