Yoshiki Tanaka Libri

The epic of palace intrigue and battlefield glory, from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, that became a hit anime franchise! THE LONG ROAD TO ECBATANA After Gieve leaves under fraught circumstances, Arslan and the Parsian army are finally ready to march to the capital of Ecbatana. Guiscard and the Lusitanian government have their own plans, but Pars finds victory in their first encounter thanks, once again to Narsus's brilliant foresight and strategy. However, an unexpected run-in with Lusitanian scouts forces Arslan and his allies into a bloody battle neither side is prepared for. After the prince finds himself locked in conflict with Étoile, he faces a dilemma: How does one treat an enemy who would rather die for their beliefs than receive any form of mercy?

In the thirty-sixth century humanity has conquered the galaxy and colonized countless star systems. The Galactic Empire, modeled along Prussian lines, and the democratic Free Planets Alliance are at war, and the fate of every human being in the universe hangs in the balance. This classic Japanese space opera, adapted into a legendary anime, is finally available in English for the first time. After a coup d'etat erupts in the Free Planets Alliance, military strategist Yang Wen-li is ordered to use his tactical wizardry put down the rebellion, but the ringleader holding the capital is someone he had once trusted deeply. Meanwhile in the Empire, Reinhard will soon face a new trial as in the wake of the Emperor's death he stands amidst an intensifying power struggle among the aristocracy. The unbeatable magician and the unstoppable genius: the decisions these heroes make will send shockwaves across the galaxy.

It’s the master tactician of the ruthless Galactic Empire versus the Free Planets Alliance in Japan’s greatest space opera epic! In the thirty-sixth century, humanity has conquered the galaxy and colonized countless star systems. The Galactic Empire, modeled along Prussian lines, and the democratic Free Planets Alliance are at war, and the fate of every human being in the universe hangs in the balance. This classic Japanese space opera, adapted into a legendary anime, is finally available in English for the first time. A grand scheme for retaking Iserlohn is delivered to Reinhard, who with renewed determination seeks to become ruler of the galaxy, and fulfill the oath he made with a dear, departed friend. But what are the aims of Phezzan, the third force at work behind the scenes? Meanwhile, no sooner is Yang breathing a sigh of relief when Julian returns from his first combat mission than he is summoned to an inquest and departs for the capital of the Alliance. As if waiting for this opportunity to strike, however, the Imperial military's fortress appears right at the gates of Iserlohn. The battle between two gigantic fortresses begins!

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The epic of palace intrigue and battlefield glory, from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, that became a hit anime franchise! WHERE LOYALTIES LIE Prince Arslan finds himself gifted with 3,000 cavalrymen for aiding Rajendra in the capture of his traitorous brother, Gadhevi. But the king's two-faced generosity is clouded with greed as he sets to ambush Prince Arslan and his Parsian army late in the night. And later, in Peshawar Fortress, more trouble lurks as a shadowy figure silently stalks Arslan and his retinue in search of a secret letter.

The epic of palace intrigue and battlefield glory, from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, that became a hit anime franchise! TREMORS OF TRUTH Eastern Pars is shaken by a great earthquake, and as Arslan and his retainers take stock of the aftermath, rumblings of another kind make their way throughout the kingdom. A set of bold proclamations have been made under Arslan's name: The Decree to Pursue and Destroy Lusitania, and The Decree to Abolish Slavery. These decrees have made waves among the noble class of Pars, and it is now Arslan's job to host the Parsian lords and demonstrate his value as their future leader. But before Arslan can finish his duties and move on to recapturing Ecbatana, Narsus holds a meeting to reveal the earth-shattering details of Silver Mask's identity, and the truth will stun Arslan to his very core.

It’s the master tactician of the ruthless Galactic Empire versus the Free Planets Alliance in Japan’s greatest space opera epic! In the thirty-sixth century, humanity has conquered the galaxy and colonized countless star systems. The Galactic Empire, modeled along Prussian lines, and the democratic Free Planets Alliance are at war, and the fate of every human being in the universe hangs in the balance. This classic Japanese space opera, adapted into a legendary anime, is finally available in English for the first time. The “golden brat” Reinhard von Lohengramm, a military prodigy and admiral of the Galactic Empire, has ambitions beyond protecting the borders or even defeating the empire’s enemies. He seeks to overthrow the old order and become a truly absolute—yet benevolent—dictator. His rival, the humble Yang Wen-li of the Free Planets Alliance, wishes to preserve democracy even if he must sacrifice his political ideals to defeat the empire. Their political and military battles play out over a galactic chessboard in an epic saga fifteen centuries in the making!

The fantasy epic from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist! "An epic fantasy with plenty of historical detail [and a] deft artistic hand." -Anime News Network "Arakawa has no problem depicting the bloody reality of war: severed limbs, decapitated heads, and torture victims. Even the poor horses aren’t safe... The comparisons to Game of Thrones are inevitable." -Women Write About Comics ECBATANA IS BURNING In the prosperous kingdom of Pars lies the Royal Capital of Ecbatana, a city of splendor and wonder, ruled by the undefeated and fearsome King Andragoras. Arslan is the young and curious prince of Pars who, despite his best efforts doesn’t seem to have what it takes to be a proper king like his father. At the age of 14, Arslan goes to his first battle and loses everything as the blood-soaked mist of war gives way to scorching flames, bringing him to face the demise of his once glorious kingdom. However, it is Arslan’s destiny to be a ruler, and despite the trials that face him, he must now embark on a journey to reclaim his fallen kingdom.

Als Kind erkrankte Kei schwer und sein Vater implantierte ihm einen Ultra-Computer ins Gehirn – es war die letzte Chance, den Kleinen zu retten! Heute ist Kei 17 und verfügt über die außerordentliche Gabe, jeden auch noch so rätselhaften und verzwickten Kriminalfall lösen zu können. Wie kann es sein, dass Menschen nach dem Hören einer „Melodie des Fluchs“ sterben, und warum stirbt ein Gamer in der Wirklichkeit den gleichen Tod wie im Spiel …?

Eine mystische Abenteuergeschichte mit persischem Flair ‒ um den Mut und die Freundschaft junger Helden! Verrat und Intrigen führten zur Eroberung seiner einst glorreichen Heimat Pars. Der junge Prinz Arslan ‒ noch unerfahren in Kriegsführung und Strategie ‒ will Vergeltung üben und das Königreich seines Vaters zurückgewinnen. Unterstützt vom tapferen Krieger Daryun, von der schönen Priesterin Farangis, einem klugen Künstler namens Narsus nebst Knappem Elam und dem charmanten Gauner Gieve begibt er sich auf eine gefährliche Mission: Der mysteriöse Fürst mit der Silbermaske und seine Streitmacht müssen wieder aus dem Land vertrieben werden! Heldenhafte Fantasy-Action in einem historischen Setting. Perfekt für Fans von VINLAND SAGA und MAGUS OF THE LIBRARY! Weitere Informationen: - Von der Schöpferin von FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST - Die Reihe wird in Japan fortgesetzt - Empfohlen ab 12 Jahren

Die Manga-Vorlage zur beliebten Anime-Serie - jetzt als preiswerter Doppelpack für Neueinsteiger! Nachdem sein einst glorreiches Heimatland brutal erobert wurde, sinnt der junge Prinz Arslan von Pars auf Vergeltung und will das Königreich seines Vaters zurückgewinnen. Mit Hilfe eines Offiziers, einer Priesterin, eines Gauners, eines Künstlers und eines Dieners begibt er sich auf eine gefährliche Mission: Der mysteriöse Fürst mit der Silbermaske und seine Streitmacht müssen wieder aus dem Land vertrieben werden. Eine mystische Abenteuergeschichte mit persischem Flair - um den Mut und die Freundschaft junger Helden!