Monthly Manga News
This month Shio's got to take on more rogue Guardians than ever in
Wāqwāq volume 2. But he's not the only one with battles to get through before he reaches his ultimate goal. In
Shaman King volume 25, Ren's trying out a new Over Soul form against his opponents. And from
Prince of Tennis, Ryoma takes on Hyotei School's Team Captain in volume 34!
New SHONEN JUMP Manga VolumesHikaru no Go • Vol. 17A Familiar Face: Since his mentor Sai vanished into thin air, Hikaru has to handle the demands of life as a pro go player on his own. But now his archrival Akira is playing so well that even veteran players tremble at the mention of his name. What will happen when the two finally play against each other?!
Prince of Tennis • Vol. 34Synchro: It's the quarterfinal match, and with their backs against the wall the Golden Pair of Shuichiro and Eiji unveil their final technique: Synchro. Then it's down to the No. 1 Singles match, with all of Seishun's hopes resting on Ryoma as he struggles against Hyotei's indomitable Keigo Atobe.
Bonus Features: Character Popularity Poll
Shaman King • Vol. 25Cornerstone: Tao Ren and his pals are inching ever closer to one of them winning the title of Shaman King! With an eye toward their epic shaman battle with Yoh Asakura and his crew, Team Ren must first tangle with the cagey Wisdom Kings. You'll never believe how Ren gets out of this one. Yes, some Over Soul action is involved!
Wāqwāq • Vol. 2The Three Sages: In a world overrun by machines, Shio the Guardian works to save mankind. He thinks he's found the girl who will save the world. But to save her, Shio must join forces with a former opponent and battle through a slew of ever-more-powerful renegade Guardians! Can Shio make it to the fabled Spider's Thread?
Plus, New from SHONEN JUMP ADVANCEDClaymore • Vol. 15Genesis of War: Warrior-turned-renegade Galatea's plans to eliminate the Awakened former number 2, "Bloody" Agatha, have failed, but the arrival of Clare and her comrades turns the tide of battle. In the aftermath, Miria, leader of the rebel warriors, finally shares her shocking discoveries about the true nature of the man-eating Yoma.
D.Gray-man • Vol. 15Black Star, Red Star: A horde of Akuma have invaded Black Order HQ to retrieve the Egg, a device that will enable their master, the Millennium Earl, to activate his new ark. Black Order Exorcist Allen Walker tries to stop them but becomes another prize the Akuma hope to deliver to the Earl. Will help—any help—arrive?
Bonus Features: D.Gray-man Theater, "The People of D.Gray House"
Gin Tama • Vol. 15
The Best Makeup for Women Is Their Smile: What can a hotheaded former samurai like Sakata "Gin" Gintoki do to make ends meet? Take any odd job that comes his way, even if it means breaking up one...no wait...TWO weddings! And the question of how to cheer up an enormous dog from outer space will finally be answered.
Bonus Features: Q&A with the Creator
Kurohime • Vol. 14
The Shinigami Within: Kurohime has been reunited with her lost love, Zero—but Zero's brother, Ray, is possessed by the spirit of a Death Angel. When Kurohime, Ray and Zero arrive in a new town with a fast-draw shooting tournament, a cold-hearted gunslinger tempts Ray down the path of evil! Will Ray turn to the dark side?
Bonus Features: Bonus Manga, "Witch-Gunslinger Aohime"
Ultimate Muscle • Vol. 24
Battle 24: Living Dolls: The battle to save Meat continues! In the evil corner: the Tattooman, a wall of muscle with a bag of ingenious Edo-themed tricks—and a giant gun in his arm if the subtle approach doesn't work. In the good corner: the elderly Barrierfreeman, 90 pounds of fury in an adult diaper.
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