Assassin's Creed Awakening, Volume 1, English

“Anyone who loves a good adventure story pick this one up, you won’t be disappointed. 9 out of 10” - Comics: The Gathering

This manga title stars Edward Kenway, a tough pirate in the 18th century Caribbean, and Masato Yaguu, who’s reliving Edward’s memories under the eye of Abstergo Industries now.

It loosely adapts the Assassin’s Creed® IV: Black Flag™ video game, adding exciting new elements to the tale.

In 1715, pirates established a lawless republic in the Caribbean and ruled the land and seas. These outlaws paralyzed navies, halted international trade, and plundered vast fortunes.

They threatened the power structures that ruled Europe, inspired the imaginations of millions, and left a legacy that still endures.

Into this world sails a young, cocky, and fearsome captain named Edward Kenway. His skill with a sword and disdain for authority earn him the respect of pirate legends like Blackbeard, but thrust him into an ancient conflict that threatens to destroy everything the pirates have built.

Review

"Anyone who loves a good adventure story pick this one up, you won’t be disappointed. 9 out of 10" - Comics: The Gathering

"Kenway has never looked so good as he does in shonen manga." - Yelling about Comics

"The artwork is stark and full of action" - Pastrami Nation

"Kenji Oiwa's action scenes are [...] dynamic" - IGN

About the Author

Takashi Yano is a novelist who shot to fame in 2008 when he won a New Writing competition for Snake Herd. He has since written several more books, including spin-off novels for the Tekken gaming franchise and Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings. 

Artist Kenji Oiwa is also a well-known name, having previously worked on Welcome to the NHK, Arata-naru Sekai and Cat-eared Dad.