In a deadly world of outlawed heroes, brutal villains and blazing gunfights,
it's hard to know who to trust. So when an average salaryman needs to make
a very special delivery, can he count on the pirate crew of the infamous
torpedo boat Black Lagoon?

• An ongoing manga series in Japan—over six volumes released to date
• Geneon produced the animated TV series for Black Lagoon. Currently in its second season on Japanese television
• Black Lagoon anime received a "4-star" rating from ICv2 in its Spring 2007 edition
• Black Lagoon has spawned action figures, apparel, Zippo lighters and other accessories
• Dynamic action and extreme stunts. Realistic depictions of weaponry, vehicles and other equipment
• Distinctly American in plot development, style, and art direction
• Will appeal to the demographic that enjoys Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino films like The Grindhouse and Kill Bill

Black Lagoon, Vol. 1
$12.99 USA / $15.00 CAN
ISBN-13: 978-1-4215-1382-9
Street Date 08.12.08

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Black Lagoon © Rei HIROE/Shogakukan Inc.