Witchblade: Obakemono #[nn]
Witchblade: Obakemono #nn (2002) delivers a striking blend of historical intrigue and supernatural stakes, set in feudal Japan where Lady Shiori seeks vengeance after her husband’s death and her family’s lands are seized by the treacherous Tsunetomo. Written by Fiona Kai Avery and illustrated by Billy Tan—with inks by Tan and a team of talented collaborators—this issue introduces a hauntingly beautiful journey as Shiori follows a dream to claim the legendary Witchblade, facing deadly guardians to prove herself worthy. The cover, penciled and inked by Billy Tan, captures the tension and mystique of her quest.
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In feudal Japan, Lady Shiori's husband is killed and lands are taken by the usurper Tsunetomo. She has a dream about a mysterious blade that will aid her in her quest for justice. Shiori gathers companions in her journey for the blade and her allies are able to help her defeat the guardians that protect the Witchblade from interlopers. She returns home with her new weapon to take down Tsunetomo and restore peace to her lands.
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