Afro Samurai Vol.1-2 Boxed Set

Afro Samurai is a manga classic that is essential reading for all fans of the medium and afro-Japanese-futurism. This ultimate boxed set collects both volumes of the director's cut editions and includes two exclusive illustrated art cards. Japan has become a land of warriors, warlords, and assassins, where the technology of the future exists alongside the brutal traditions of the past. Afro Samurai's father, Rokutaro, is challenged as No. 1 and killed by the No. 2, a lethal outlaw known as Justice. He swears revenge and starts on a bloody path of retribution that will make him the No. 2 warrior and allow him to challenge Justice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 14 November 2023
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Samuel L. Jackson, the iconic voice of Afro in the anime, has expressed his desire to bring this captivating manga to the big screen. The manga, known for its blend of Afro-Japanese-futurism and captivating storytelling, has gained a dedicated fan base and is considered a classic in the medium. Takashi Okazaki, the director behind the series, has done an exceptional job with this ultimate boxed set, which includes both volumes of the director's cut editions and two exclusive illustrated art cards. Set in a futuristic Japan ruled by warriors, warlords, and assassins, the story revolves around the legendary No. 1 headband, which holds immense power. When Afro's father, Rokutaro, is challenged as No. 1 and killed by the No. 2, a lethal outlaw known as Justice, Afro swears revenge. He embarks on a bloody path of retribution, becoming the No. 2 warrior and ultimately challenging Justice to claim the coveted headband.

In the first volume, we witness the young Afro's quest, as he faces numerous assassins and warlords, culminating in an epic confrontation with the powerful Empty Seven Clan and a showdown with an old enemy. Volume 2 continues Afro's journey, as he confronts a new threat: a deadly warrior wearing a teddy mask called Jinno. Will Afro's bloodthirsty campaign of vengeance be thwarted, or will he finally face Justice and claim the number one headband? This boxed set is a must-have for all fans of the manga, offering a comprehensive collection of the director's cut editions and exclusive art cards that enhance the immersive experience of the story.

Weight: 1002g
Dimension: 265 x 175 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787740112