Countdown: Sex Bombs #1

"Lonely Night Bird" kicks off with a quiet but heavy moment: after a tragic accident claims both Sana’s mother and her father’s chauffeur, the family takes in the chauffeur’s son, Suo Nakatani. Tensions simmer as Sana, still reeling, vows to make Suo her slave—a promise that sets the stage for a story steeped in grief, shifting power, and the fragile bonds of family. Written by Hiroyuki Utatane and Studio Proteus, with art and inks by Utatane, and lettering by Studio Proteus, the issue’s haunting tone is matched by its stark, expressive visuals. The cover, also by Utatane, captures the isolation at the heart of the narrative.