"Samurai Spirits" Yasuhiro Nightow ©️SNK First Publication: Family Computer Magazine, Special Supplement, No. 11, 1994; Takara Magazine; Family Computer Magazine, Nos. 21-26, 1994 Published by: Tokuma Shoten Intermedia Co., Ltd. #YasuhiroNightow #Books #Comics/Manga This is the first edition of the "Samurai Spirits" manga, the debut work of Mr. Yasuhiro Nightow, based on SNK's masterpiece fighting game. It was originally published in a game information magazine and later compiled into a book by Tokuma Shoten. It is now quite difficult to obtain (however, due to its enduring popularity even after going out of print, a reprint was finally released recently). Mr. Nightow's style, which exploded in popularity with "Trigun," perfectly matches the world of Samurai Spirits (the original Super Famicom version). The manga features the overwhelmingly strong and majestic "Haohmaru," the heroine "Nakoruru" and "Kogane" (an original character, a young boy, rumored to be the model for Hazama Kazuki), who fight desperately despite being struck by a traumatic tragedy, the swordsman "Ukyo Tachibana" who seeks the ultimate flower, and the reliable retainer "Jubei Yagyu." Furthermore, considerable effort was put into historical research, which tends to be neglected in this type of work. The story skillfully incorporates the "Tenmei famine" starting with the eruption of Mount Asama, the political situation of the time related to the 11th shogun "Ienari Tokugawa" and "Sadanobu Matsudaira," and "Okitsugu Tanuma," offering many historical manga-like highlights. It can be said to be one of the best works among the manga adaptations of the Samurai Spirits series. As a cautionary note, there are many graphic and violent depictions that seem inappropriate for all ages, so please refrain from reading if you are not comfortable with them (some scenes would probably be revised now, even though they were intended to express the intensity of Amakusa Shiro Tokisada's hatred and despair). Also, the evaluation of Lord Okitsugu Tanuma reflects the views of the Heisei era, so there may be a considerable gap from today's views. I have cherished this item, so it is in good condition for an old book. However, as it has been read many times and stored by an amateur, please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect, mint-condition item. There are no smokers or pets in my home. When shipping, I will use protective materials and ship via anonymous delivery (Mercari delivery). Bulk purchases are welcome. I will offer a significant discount from the second item onwards, so please feel free to contact me. Price negotiations are also welcome."