王立院雲丸の生涯 [Ōritsuin Kumomaru no Shōgai / Samurai Crusader: The Kumomaru Chronicles] #1

A determined young swordsman grips a katana before a richly textured purple-gold background, his steady gaze and the circular clan emblem on his garment hinting at a story steeped in samurai honor and loyalty. This first volume from Shogakukan's Shonen Sunday Comics Special line launches the chronicles of Kumomaru, brought to life through the collaboration of Ouji Hiroi and Ryuichi Ikegami. It's a striking opening chapter for fans of historical manga done with craft and atmosphere.