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X-O Manowar, Vol. 2: Enter: Ninjak

X-O Manowar, Vol. 2: Enter: Ninjak

EspionageComics
Pages
112
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

X-O Manowar, Vol. 2: Enter Ninjak collects issues #5-8 of Valiant Entertainment's 2012 series written by Robert Venditti, continuing the story of Aric of Dacia, the time-displaced Visigoth bonded to the all-powerful Shanhara armour.

The volume pits Aric against Ninjak, the world's most lethal intelligence agent, in a confrontation framed as raw power versus stealth and cunning. As shadowy interests move to seize the armour, Aric contends with both a deadly professional adversary and his own struggle to adapt to a modern era far removed from the fifth-century world he was taken from.

Introducing a character who would become a Valiant mainstay, Enter Ninjak deepens the espionage and science-fiction dimensions of the series while maintaining its historical-warrior core, following directly from Vol. 1: By the Sword.

Prose complexity
4/10

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TenseAdventurousGritty

Genres

Espionage Comics Comic Fiction Graphic Novels Science Fiction

Authors

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Lee Garbett

Lee Garbett is a comic book artist recognized for his work on the series X-O Manowar, specifically the volume titled Enter: Ninjak. He specializes in the superhero and action genres.

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Moose Baumann

Moose Baumann is a comic book writer recognized for his contributions to the X-O Manowar series. His work includes volumes one, two, and three of the title.

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Robert Venditti

Robert Venditti is a New York Times bestselling author of more than three hundred comic books and graphic novels. Some of his works include the monthly comic book series Justice League, Superman ’78, Hawkman, and Green Lantern for DC Comics, X-O Manowar, Armor Hunters, and Wrath of the Eternal Warrior for Valiant Entertainment, and the graphic novel Six Days, inspired by the story of his uncle’s participation in D-Day. He has also adapted Rick Riordan’s global bestselling Percy Jackson and the O...

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Stefano Gaudiano

Stefano Gaudiano is a comic book artist recognized for his work on X-O Manowar, Vol. 1 and X-O Manowar, Vol. 2: Enter: Ninjak. He specializes in the science fiction and action genres.

Characters

Aric Aislinn (X-O Manowar)Protagonist
Aric of DaciaProtagonist

The Visigoth warrior bearing the Shanhara armour, targeted by those who covet its power while adjusting to the modern world.

NinjakAntagonist

The world's most lethal intelligence operative, sent to take the armour from Aric using stealth and cunning.

Michael Collins (Ninjak)work.info.role.antagonist/antihero
All characters in X-O Manowar, Vol. 2: Enter: Ninjak

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this volume a good starting point for the series?

    While the first volume establishes the origin story, this collection serves as a significant narrative turning point that expands the world-building and introduces key elements of the broader universe, making it a functional entry point for readers who prefer to jump straight into the central conflict.

  • Does this book introduce any characters who appear elsewhere?

    This volume marks the debut of Ninjak, who subsequently becomes a prominent figure in the Valiant Universe and features in his own dedicated series as well as various crossover events.

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