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Blue Exorcist volume 6

  Frederick Linsmeyer • January 21, 2012 • Manga
Blue Exorcist volume 6

Blue Exorcist volume 6

Following the theft of the Left Eye of the Impure King, the Right Eye of the Impure King is stolen as well. As the priests from the Myodha temples convene on how to handle the loss of the relics, deception and other accusations come to light.

With all the trouble going on around him, Rin’s secret ends up being revealed to the Myodha sect who then have him locked up. Tatsuma Suguro, one of the priests, hands a letter to Rin which unearths some of the history behind him and his sword.

Volume 6 of Blue Exorcist will be available on store shelves on February 7th, 2012.

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Naruto volume 54

  Frederick Linsmeyer • December 16, 2011 • Manga
Naruto volume 54

Naruto volume 54

After feigning death, Kisame reveals himself once his cover is blown by Naruto. Attempting to escape the island, Kisame encounters and fights Might Guy, who still doesn’t recognize him. Can Might Guy defeat Kisame once and for all in their third meeting and stop the Akatsuki from gathering intelligence of the impending war?

Konan confronts Tobi in an attempt to prevent him from claiming Nagato’s corpse and taking his rinnegan. Konan knows that Tobi is a tough opponent, but is prepared to stop him from destroying the world. It’s an epic battle between two equally deadly ninja but only one will survive.

Volume 54 of Naruto will be available on store shelves January 3rd, 2012.

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Blue Exorcist volume 5

  Frederick Linsmeyer • October 16, 2011 • Manga
Blue Exorcist volume 5

Blue Exorcist volume 5

A forbidden relic, the Left Eye of the Impure King has been stolen from the Knights of the True Cross. To make matters worse, the thief has even taken a hostage! As Rin, Yukio and their friends hunt down the culprit, they discover the motive behind the crime becomes more and more menacing. Friendships start to sour as Rin’s secret is revealed – but can the group overcome what lies within him and focus on finding the crook?

Volume 5 of Blue Exorcist will be available on store shelves on December 6th, 2011.

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Naruto volume 53

  Frederick Linsmeyer • October 16, 2011 • Manga
Naruto volume 53

Naruto volume 53

Spirited away to a far off island for safety during the impending war, Naruto comes face to face with what’s really inside of him. Will Naruto be able to subdue the demon inside or succumb to its power? During his a struggle, the young shinobi gets assistance from a familiar face to help him tackle the growing darkness within.

Volume 53 of Naruto will be out on store shelves on December 6th, 2011. A digital version of the manga will available over the coming weeks, according to Viz Media’s Facebook.

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Soul Eater volume 7

  Frederick Linsmeyer • September 17, 2011 • Manga
Soul Eater volume 7

Soul Eater volume 7

With kishin roaming the world, Shinigami calls upon the best weapons to try and reign in the wandering demons. Deciding how to capture the rogue kishin places the weapons and their meisters into a tough fight for survival.

As the students at the DWMA settle back into their regular schedule, newcomer Crona is adjusting himself to a new world as a student. However, a trip abroad proves to be quite the learning experience, especially for Maka.

Volume 7 of the Soul Eater manga will be available on store shelves October 25th, 2011.

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Fullmetal Alchemist volume 26

  Frederick Linsmeyer • July 4, 2011 • Manga
Fullmetal Alchemist volume 26

Fullmetal Alchemist volume 26

After confronting Father, Edward’s group become the last key in activating the giant transmutation circles that encompases Amestris. The reaction starts and opens up a new gate giving Father access to unimaginable abilities. Will Edward, Alphonse, Roy Mustang, Hohenheim and Izumi Curtis survive the transmution?

Only one more book is left to go! Volume 26 will be available on September 20th, 2011.

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Naruto volume 52

  Frederick Linsmeyer • June 22, 2011 • Manga
Naruto volume 52

Naruto volume 52

It’s a bittersweet reunion as Naruto, Sakura and Kakashi come face to face with Sasuke and his destructive direction. Naruto’s promise to Sakura is about to be put to the test – can he make Sasuke see the error of his ways or will he fight his friend until death?

Be prepared for an epic battle between two of the strongest shinobi as another war looms in the shadows between the Akatsuki and the rest of the ninja world. Who will win?

Volume 52 of Naruto will be out on store shelves on September 6th, 2011.

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Soul Eater volume 6

  Frederick Linsmeyer • March 31, 2011 • Manga
Soul Eater volume 6

Soul Eater volume 6

As the battle between Medusa and her lackeys rages on, Stein has reached a stalemate with the witch while Maka and Soul try solve Crona and her black blood. Black Star and Kid enter the kishin’s chamber to find Free and Eruka waiting to take them on. Will the DWMA students be able to hold off Free and Eruka from waking Asura, the slumbering kishin?

Volume 6 of the Soul Eater manga is available on June 28th, 2011.

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Naruto volume 51

  Frederick Linsmeyer • February 22, 2011 • Manga
Naruto volume 51

Naruto volume 51

After fleeing the kage summit, Danzo encounters Sasuke on the road back to Konohagakure. Brimming with rage, Sasuke attacks Danzo with all his strength, but will the elderly Hokage be able to fend off the rogue ninja’s ever-increasing jutsu?

Sakura and Kakashi head out to stop Sasuke after learning about his stand-off with the kages. They hope to take on Sasuke themselves to prevent Naruto from interfering.

Volume 51 hits store shelves on June 7th, 2011.

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Hikaru no Go volume 23

  Frederick Linsmeyer • January 30, 2011 • Manga
Hikaru no Go volume 23

Hikaru no Go volume 23

It’s the toughest challenge Hikaru has faced as he takes on one of Korea’s top young players: Ko Yong Ha.  However, Hikaru isn’t looking just to win the Hokuto Cup, but for something from within. Will he be able to understand what it means and overcome his opponent?

The final volume of Hikaru’s journey from amateur to  professional will be available on May 3rd, 2011.

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