The Heroic Legend of Arslan 1 Contributor(s): Tanaka, Yoshiki (Author), Arakawa, Hiromu (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1612629725 ISBN-13: 9781612629728 Publisher: Kodansha Comics OUR PRICE: $9.34 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2014 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Comics & Graphic Novels | Manga - General - Comics & Graphic Novels | Fantasy - Comics & Graphic Novels | Media Tie-in |
Dewey: FIC |
Series: Heroic Legend of Arslan |
Physical Information: 0.64" H x 5.09" W x 7.73" (0.41 lbs) 192 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The fantasy epic from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist An epic fantasy with plenty of historical detail and a] deft artistic hand. -Anime News Network Arakawa has no problem depicting the bloody reality of war: severed limbs, decapitated heads, and torture victims. Even the poor horses aren't safe... The comparisons to Game of Thrones are inevitable. -Women Write About Comics ECBATANA IS BURNING In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father. At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan's destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom. |