February Monthly Manga News

One small step forward for fans, one giant step forward for fandom — two in-depth guides hit the streets on February 5! Naruto: The Official Fanbook and Death Note How to Read 13 — two books that will expand your mind and make you an authority! And it’s a good time to stock up on tissue, as Yu-Gi-Oh!: Millennium World comes to a touching conclusion in the final volume — it’s a real tearjerker!


This Month’s SHONEN JUMP Manga Volumes

Bleach • Vol. 22
Conquistadores: The noose is tightening around Ichigo. To start with, his inner Hollow can’t wait to consume him. Then there’s the sinister transfer student who has him tapped for a mysterious job and won’t take no for an answer. And worst of all, powerful new enemies have landed in his hometown to destroy him!

BONUS FEATURES: More of Kon’s Crazy Conquests!


Dragon Drive • Vol. 6
Hope: Maiko’s in jail, along with all of the people of Yaudim! A huge, childish dragon named Guanku is holding them captive and has made Maiko his personal toy! Is there any hope for escape? Meanwhile, Reiji faces a series of dangerous and deceptive trials set by the dragon he wants to claim as an ally — Shinsaber!

BONUS FEATURES: Extra Manga!


Hoshin Engi • Vol. 5
Comrades: As the enemies of the empress Dakki unite with Taikobo, the new alliance finds itself under attack by the Shisei of Kuryu Island, formidable foes with mysterious ties to Dakki herself!

BONUS FEATURES: Character Popularity Poll Results!


Knights of the Zodiac • Vol. 22
Clash of the Titans: To stop the army of Hades, Athena’s Knights have unleashed forces beyond even their control. Hit by two cosmic blows of the forbidden Athena Exclamation, Sanctuary itself begins to crumble. But the battle has only just begun. In a desperate gambit, Seiya and his fellow Bronze Knights prepare to descend into the underworld and challenge Hades face to face!

BONUS FEATURES: Rundown of Detailed Knight Gear!


Muhyo & Roji’s Bureau of Supernatural Investigation • Vol. 3
Something Wicked: Muhyo’s friend Biko has a big problem. One of Biko’s magic locks has been broken, and now something’s escaped from the depths of a top-security prison built for the evilest, most dangerous ghosts. It’s up to Muhyo and Roji to restore order, but what will they do when their greatest fears are realized?

BONUS FEATURES: Character Profiles! Author Q&A! Bonus Story! Roji’s Recipe for Onion Rice Bowl!


FINAL VOLUME!
Yu-Gi-Oh!: Millennium World • Vol. 7
Through the Last Door: In the illusory Millennium World of 3,000 years ago, the forces of good and evil clash for the last time. But now that Yugi has split from Yu-Gi-Oh, our heroes must go on a journey to present-day Egypt, where Yu-Gi-Oh — the pharaoh — must face his final destination. But what awaits them in Egypt?

BONUS FEATURES: Author’s Note!


YuYu Hakusho • Vol. 14
A Bloody Past: With the Dark Tournament far behind them, the gang is in a whole new mess! Someone is trying to fulfill Sakyo’s dream of opening a portal between the demon plane and the human world. Already, energy from their evil world is seeping through. The group heads to Swarm City, where they discover some nasty business involving creepy crawlies!


Available from SHONEN JUMP Advanced


FINAL VOLUME!
Buso Renkin • Vol. 10
The Final Battle: The remaining Alchemist Warriors head for Papillon’s hideout to put an end to everything. But is Papillon really going to carry out his mission to burn the entire world to the ground? Meanwhile, Kazuki and Victor’s battle on the moon continues. Will there be a true victor in their final battle?

BONUS FEATURES: Character and Weapons Profiles! “Embalming: Corpse and Bride” One-Shot Story! Author’s Notes!


D.Gray-man • Vol. 8
Crimson Snow: The battle on the sea continues, with the swarm of evolved akuma pressing hard on the Exorcists. Lenalee tries to tackle one akuma on her own, but realizes she can prevail only by unleashing the full force of her Innocence. Back on the ship, Lavi prepares to call on a special attribute of his own Innocence. Will any of this be enough?

BONUS FEATURES: Bak Chan Up Close! Komui’s Q&A! Manga Extra!


Eyeshield 21 • Vol. 18
Sena Kobayakawa: It’s time for some serious gridiron action when the Bando Spiders collide with the Devil Bats! The game gets off to a bad start for the Bats when an incredibly accurate onside kick, combined with top-notch blocking, results in a field goal and an early lead for the Spiders. Then things go downhill from there!

BONUS FEATURES: Bios of the Supporting Cast!


Pretty Face • Vol. 4
Honor Made Him a Hero...: When Rando discovers a clue to the location of Rina’s real twin sister, he goes on a road trip in search of the girl whose face he is wearing. But a guy in a short skirt can get in a lot of trouble traveling alone... and even more trouble when Rina comes along for the ride!

NEW SERIES!
Ral Ω Grad • Vol. 1
Promise: The people of Sphaein are under siege by an army of monsters known as Shadows. With the castle walls collapsing and their doom within sight, they let loose a boy who has a Shadow within him. Released from his black cell, a teenager with no worldly experience is suddenly thrust into a battle to fight for the very people who imprisoned him!

The SJA series on this page are rated T+. More ratings info at ratings.viz.com [make URL a link]


New from VIZ Profiles


Death Note How to Read 13
Everything you need to know about Death Note in one authoritative volume! This 280-guide contains complete character biographies, detailed story summaries, production notes and behind-the-scenes commentaries, plus exclusive interviews with the creators and a bonus manga chapter of never-before-translated material. Unless you own your very own Death Note, it doesn’t get any better than this!

Death Note How to Read 13 is rated T+ More ratings info at ratings.viz.com


Naruto: The Official Fanbook
It’s finally here! The excerpts you’ve been reading in the pages of SHONEN JUMP are all inside, along with entries from you, dear reader. Plus, you can pore over maps, character profiles, revelations and more to get the inside scoop about Masashi Kishimoto’s amazing saga.

BONUS FEATURES: Read the original 44-page manga that inspired the series that runs in SHONEN JUMP! Poster included.