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47 Ronin

47 Ronin

the tale of the loyal retainers
Graphic NovelsComics
Pages
151
Published
2014
Language
English

Synopsis

Japan's enduring national legend comes to comics! This epic mission of loyal Japanese warriors to avenge their wronged master epitomizes the samurai code of honor, and 47 Ronin recounts the sweeping saga of duty and duress in all its violent grandeur. Opening with the tragic incident that sealed the fate of young Lord Asano, this graphic novel follows a dedicated group of Asano's vassals on their unwavering road to bloody vengeance.

Prose complexity
5/10

Vibe

AdventurousTenseGrittyDark
RevengeSacrificeBetrayal

Genres

Graphic Novels Comics Historical Fiction Military History History

Authors

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Ignacio Bentz

Ignacio Bentz is an author primarily known for his contributions to comics and graphic novels. His diverse works include the action-packed Gunslinger Spawn, the humorous *Star Wars Darth Vader y amigos

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Mike Richardson

Mike Richardson (born June 29, 1950) is an American publisher, writer, and Emmy-winning producer. In 1986, he founded Dark Horse Comics, an award-winning international publishing house located in Milwaukie, Oregon. Richardson is also the founder and President of the Things From Another World retail chain and president of Dark Horse Entertainment, which has developed and produced numerous projects for film and television based on Dark Horse properties or licensed properties. In addition, he ha...

Characters

Ōishi KuranosukeProtagonist

The chamberlain of Asano and leader of the forty-seven rōnin, who orchestrates the revenge plot.

Lord AsanoSupporting

A wronged master whose tragic fate sets in motion the quest for vengeance by his loyal vassals.

All characters in 47 Ronin