{"title":"Discounted Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eLimited-time deals on graded manga, raw first prints, and TCG singles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bgs-8-5-konosuba-vol-1-1st-printing-japanese-graded-manga-2015","title":"Konosuba Vol. 1 BGS 8.5 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKadokawa\/Fujimi Shobo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-042B64C-004\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-042B64C-004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efew light bends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light surface wear front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - edge stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonosuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! Vol. 1 is the manga adaptation of Natsume Akatsuki's hit isekai light novel series, following hapless hero Kazuma and his dysfunctional party in a fantasy world — a title that became a defining entry in the isekai comedy genre with a substantial anime following. This Japanese-language first volume in BGS 8.5 (Very Fine\/Near Mint) condition represents a solid raw-equivalent copy with only minor surface wear, sharp corners, and well-preserved spine, making it a strong candidate for fans seeking a graded first printing. The absence of an obi strip is noted but common for circulated copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833446027421,"sku":"wb-442","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/konosuba-vol-1-bgs-85-japanese-manga-2015-8333349.png?v=1772681830"},{"product_id":"bgs-6-5-mushi-shi-vol-1-1st-printing-japanese-graded-manga-2000","title":"Mushi-shi Vol. 1 BGS 6.5 Japanese Manga 2000","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKodansha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e6.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-097D988-011\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-097D988-011\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall impact top \u0026amp; bottom spine \u0026amp; edge wear front \u0026amp; back cover some breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evertical reading creases to spine front \u0026amp; back cover \u0026amp; vertical creases middle bottom back cover does not break color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoxing spots \u0026amp; soiling back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - corner \u0026amp; edge wear top \u0026amp; bottom \u0026amp; flap edges some breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - bends \u0026amp; creases to jacket does not break color, small foxing spots interior back cover of jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMushi-shi is Yuki Urushibara's atmospheric seinen manga following Ginko, a traveler who studies enigmatic life-forms called mushi, serialized in Monthly Afternoon and later adapted into a celebrated anime series. This Japanese first-volume standard printing from 2000 represents the origin point of the series in its original language, making it a foundational piece for fans of the work. Graded BGS 6.5 (Fine), the copy shows moderate wear consistent with its age — readable and structurally sound but with visible handling — placing it in the mid-range of the grading scale between Good and Very Fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833446322333,"sku":"wb-365","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/mushi-shi-vol-1-bgs-65-japanese-manga-2000-4319774.png?v=1772681710"},{"product_id":"made-in-abyss-vol-9-bgs-9-4-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Made in Abyss Vol. 9 BGS 9.4 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTakeshobo\/Bamboo Comics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e7.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-09D427E-013\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-09D427E-013\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall bend bottom edge front cover \u0026amp; bottom right corner back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket: impact top spine onto front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket: bends, indents \u0026amp; edge stress to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Abyss is Akihito Tsukushi's dark fantasy adventure manga serialized in Web Comic Gamma, following cave raiders descending into a mysterious, layered chasm filled with relics and escalating dangers. Volume 9 continues the series' acclaimed run, which gained international recognition through its anime adaptations and reputation for blending striking artwork with increasingly grim narrative turns. This copy is graded BGS 9.4, placing it in the near-mint range where pages and covers show only the slightest allowable wear; the retained obi strip adds collectible appeal, as obi bands are frequently discarded and their presence is a noted condition bonus for Japanese edition collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46913951137949,"sku":"wb-314","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/made-in-abyss-vol-9-bgs-94-japanese-manga-wobi-2944921.png?v=1772681893"},{"product_id":"fullmetal-alchemist-vol-4-english-manga-vf","title":"FullMetal Alchemist Vol 4 English Manga","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthentic first print manga — ungraded but carefully inspected for quality. Ideal for collectors seeking original print runs and hard-to-find volumes. All books are verified as first editions and shipped with care. Great for building a collection or owning a piece of manga history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFullmetal Alchemist is Hiromu Arakawa's acclaimed shōnen manga serialized in Square Enix's Monthly Shōnen Gangan from 2001 to 2010, following alchemist brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric in a story praised for its world-building, themes of sacrifice, and tight plotting. Volume 4 of the English-language Viz Media edition continues the early arc establishing the series' darker tone and remains a sought entry point for completing runs of this foundational title. This copy is ungraded, meaning it has not been evaluated by a third-party service such as CGC or CBCS; condition should be assessed by the buyer based on cover integrity, spine stress, and page quality before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46933160689821,"sku":"wb-1022","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/fullmetal-alchemist-vol-4-english-manga-1212905.jpg?v=1772681894"},{"product_id":"my-hero-academia-vol-32-bgs-9-6-english-graded-manga","title":"My Hero Academia Vol. 32 BGS 9.6 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVIZ Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-1E62278-007\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-1E62278-007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003esmall crease top left corner back cover does not break color\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy Hero Academia, Kōhei Horikoshi's long-running shōnen superhero series published by Viz Media, follows Izuku Midoriya's journey through a world built on superpowers called Quirks, and has become one of the best-selling manga franchises of the 2010s and 2020s. Volume 32 continues the series' high-stakes narrative arcs that have driven strong reader and collector interest across its English run. This copy carries a BGS 9.6 grade, placing it in near-mint-plus territory on Beckett's 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, flat spine, and clean page whites — a meaningful step above a standard 9.0 near-mint and desirable for condition-conscious collectors building high-grade English manga sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47204586717341,"sku":"wb-152","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/my-hero-academia-vol-32-bgs-96-english-graded-manga-1174456.png?v=1772681894"},{"product_id":"lycoris-recoil-anthology-reload-vol-1-bgs-9-6-japanese-graded-manga","title":"Lycoris Recoil: Anthology Reload Vol. 1 BGS 9.6 Japanese Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKadokawa\/DC Next\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/24-432B47B-061\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e24-432B47B-061\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall bend top left corner front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light edge stress \u0026amp; few light indents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLycoris Recoil is a 2022 original anime series from A-1 Pictures that generated significant merchandise and manga spin-off interest, with its anthology manga adaptations collecting stories from multiple contributors expanding the franchise's world. This first volume of Lycoris Recoil: Anthology Reload in Japanese is graded BGS 9.6, placing it in near-mint-plus territory on the BGS 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating exceptional preservation with only the most minor surface or edge imperfections allowable at that tier. As a graded first volume of an anthology spin-off tied to a popular modern IP, it appeals to anime franchise collectors and graded manga enthusiasts seeking high-grade Japanese printings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47204587896989,"sku":"wb-461","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/lycoris-recoil-anthology-reload-vol-1-bgs-96-japanese-graded-manga-4700633.png?v=1772681832"},{"product_id":"bleach-vol-46-bgs-9-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Bleach Vol. 46 BGS 9 Japanese Manga w\/obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-256B04C-001\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-256B04C-001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight bends \u0026amp; indents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight crease middle right edge back cover does not break color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - few light bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBleach, Tite Kubo's long-running Shonen Jump supernatural action manga published by Shueisha, is one of the defining titles of its era, following Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki through expansive story arcs that built a massive global following. This Japanese-language edition of Volume 46 retains its original obi strip, a paper band that is frequently discarded and makes intact copies notably harder to find in higher grades. Graded BGS 9 by Beckett Grading Services, this copy falls in the near-mint range on the 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating minimal wear, sharp corners, and strong color quality consistent with a well-preserved example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47212350177437,"sku":"wb-325","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/bleach-vol-46-bgs-9-japanese-manga-wobi-1288098.png?v=1772681833"},{"product_id":"my-hero-academia-vol-19-bgs-9-2-english-graded-manga","title":"My Hero Academia Vol. 19 BGS 9.2 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVIZ Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-288B686-004\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-288B686-004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall substance spots middle \u0026amp; bottom back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy Hero Academia is Kōhei Horikoshi's flagship shōnen superhero series serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump, following aspiring hero Izuku Midoriya in a world where superpowers are commonplace. Volume 19 continues the series' pivotal Overhaul arc, a story stretch widely regarded as one of the manga's most dramatic and consequential. This copy has been graded BGS 9.2, placing it in the near-mint range, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, and clean pages with only the slightest imperfections keeping it from a perfect score. For collectors building a graded run of a modern shōnen benchmark, a BGS 9.2 represents a high-quality, encapsulated example of the standard English printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47284072841373,"sku":"wb-318","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/my-hero-academia-vol-19-bgs-92-english-graded-manga-4599921.png?v=1772681894"},{"product_id":"kaguya-sama-love-is-war-vol-3-bgs-9-english-graded-manga","title":"Kaguya-sama Love is War Vol. 3 BGS 9 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVIZ Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-288B686-003\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-288B686-003\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaguya-sama: Love Is War is Aka Akasaka's romantic comedy manga serialized in Weekly Young Jump, following two student council officers engaged in a battle of wills to make the other confess first — a series that earned widespread critical acclaim and multiple hit anime adaptations. Volume 3 continues the central rivalry between Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane and represents a standard English-language printing graded BGS 9 (Near Mint), indicating minimal wear, sharp corners, and clean pages consistent with high-quality preservation. BGS grades of 9.0 and above are considered near-mint on the 1.0–10.0 scale, making this a solid certified copy for collectors focused on graded English manga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47284120453277,"sku":"wb-317","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/kaguya-sama-love-is-war-vol-3-bgs-9-english-graded-manga-5751266.png?v=1772681775"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-17-bgs-9-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Berserk Vol. 17 BGS 9 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHakusensha\/Jets Comics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-2136237-001\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-2136237-001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall edge \u0026amp; corner wear to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall crease bottom left back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - small wear top spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - small impact top left corner front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - bends, indents \u0026amp; edge stress to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk is Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy seinen manga, serialized in Young Animal and widely regarded as one of the most influential manga series ever published, following the mercenary Guts across a brutal, gothic world. This Japanese-language edition of Volume 17 retains its original obi strip, a paper belly band that is frequently discarded and significantly increases collectibility for completionists and purists seeking shelf-intact copies. Graded BGS 9 (Near Mint), the book presents with only minor surface or handling flaws, placing it firmly in the upper tier of the grading scale and reflecting exceptional preservation for a raw collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47290203832477,"sku":"wb-355","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-17-bgs-9-japanese-manga-wobi-8743852.png?v=1772681713"},{"product_id":"undead-unluck-vol-1-bgs-9-english-graded-manga","title":"Undead Unluck Vol. 1 BGS 9 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVIZ Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-29A9449-009\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-29A9449-009\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecorner \u0026amp; edge wear \u0026amp; few bends to cover does not break color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esurface scratches \u0026amp; indents to cover, most small \u0026amp; light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndead Unluck is a shōnen action manga by Yoshifumi Tozuka, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump, following a girl cursed with bad luck who partners with an immortal man to build a team of ability users. This BGS 9 graded copy of Volume 1 captures the series' debut chapter in near-mint condition, making it a clean entry point for collectors tracking first volumes of ongoing Jump titles. A BGS 9 grade indicates a near-mint book with only minor handling flaws, preserved in a tamper-evident slab that protects the copy and authenticates its condition for resale or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47328437043357,"sku":"wb-95","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/undead-unluck-vol-1-bgs-9-english-graded-manga-4074494.png?v=1772681656"},{"product_id":"naruto-vol-19-bgs-8-5-japanese-graded-manga-w-obi","title":"Naruto Vol. 19 BGS 8.5 Japanese Manga w\/Obi 1st Printing","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-2B4C9B1-006\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-2B4C9B1-006\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efoxing front \u0026amp; 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edge wear front \u0026amp; back cover breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- light bend bottom right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- light scratches \u0026amp; few indents front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndead Unluck is a shōnen action-comedy manga by Yoshifumi Tozuka, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 2020, following an immortal man and a girl whose touch brings catastrophic misfortune. 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The BGS 9.2 grade indicates a near-mint copy with only minor imperfections, placing it just below the 9.4–10.0 tier, and reflects well-preserved corners, flat spine, and clean page quality consistent with high-grade slab standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47454550720669,"sku":"wb-16","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/undead-unluck-vol-1-bgs-92-japanese-graded-manga-3090427.png?v=1772681707"},{"product_id":"kaguya-sama-love-is-war-vol-1-bgs-8-5-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Kaguya-sama Love is War Vol. 1 BGS 8.5 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-2B4C9B1-001\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-2B4C9B1-001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight discoloration top edge front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall reading crease bottom spine front \u0026amp; back cover breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- wear \u0026amp; bends top \u0026amp; bottom spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- bends, edge stress \u0026amp; indents front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaguya-sama: Love is War is a romantic comedy manga by Aka Akasaka that ran in Weekly Young Jump and became one of the defining seinen titles of the 2010s, spawning multiple anime seasons and a live-action film. 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First appearances of new Jump series carry collector interest, particularly for titles that build readership over time. This copy is graded BGS 3.5, placing it in the lower range of the grading scale, indicating moderate wear such as creasing, spine stress, or soiling consistent with a well-read newsprint anthology; the absence of an obi strip is typical for circulated magazine copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47469930479773,"sku":"wb-2","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/1st-apperance-of-witch-watch-bgs-35-weekly-shonen-jump-2021-vol-10-japanese-8672542.png?v=1772681830"},{"product_id":"bleach-vol-29-bgs-9-6-english-graded-manga","title":"Bleach Vol. 29 BGS 9.6 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVIZ Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-36A1854-001\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-36A1854-001\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003esmall edge wear top right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBleach, Tite Kubo's long-running Shonen Jump shōnen series following Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki, remains one of the best-selling manga franchises in history, and Volume 29 — set within the tension-heavy Hueco Mundo arc — is a sought-after entry for series completionists and graded-manga collectors alike. This English-language standard printing has been professionally graded BGS 9.6, placing it in near-mint-plus territory on the BGS 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, and clean page surfaces with only the slightest allowable imperfections keeping it from a perfect score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47487928107165,"sku":"wb-141","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/bleach-vol-29-bgs-96-english-graded-manga-1236137.png?v=1772681895"},{"product_id":"go-go-loser-ranger-vol-1-bgs-9-6-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Go! Go! Loser Ranger! Vol. 1 BGS 9.6 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKodansha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3C76D97-018\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3C76D97-018\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etiny corner wear to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- edge stress \u0026amp; few bends to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- light scratches front cover \u0026amp; scratches \u0026amp; surface wear back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- indents front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- many light scratches back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- light edge stress \u0026amp; small corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo! Go! Loser Ranger! is a subversive shōnen manga by Negi Haruba serialized in Weekly Shōnen Magazine, following a monster soldier who infiltrates the sentai hero organization that has oppressed his kind for decades. Volume 1 establishes the series' darkly comedic inversion of tokusatsu tropes and serves as the entry point for a story that gained a dedicated following and an anime adaptation. This Japanese first-volume copy carries a BGS grade of 9.6, placing it in the near-mint-plus tier where pages, spine, and cover show only the most minimal allowable flaws, making it a clean raw-equivalent for condition-focused collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47499984568477,"sku":"wb-208","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/go-go-loser-ranger-vol-1-bgs-96-japanese-manga-1311640.png?v=1772681773"},{"product_id":"fate-grand-order-vol-1-bgs-9-japanese-manga","title":"Fate: Grand Order Vol. 1 BGS 9 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKodansha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3C76D97-013\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3C76D97-013\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecrease top right corner back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear bottom right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etiny impact bottom spine front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- indents \u0026amp; many light scratches to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- edge \u0026amp; corner wear front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- few bends to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFate\/Grand Order volume 1 is the manga adaptation of Type-Moon's massively popular mobile RPG, set within the broader Fate franchise known for its complex lore, servant summoning mechanics, and dedicated global fanbase. As the opening volume of the series, it establishes the Chaldea Security Organization storyline and carries appeal for both Fate collectors and fans of the wider Type-Moon universe. This Japanese-language standard printing is graded BGS 9, placing it in the near-mint tier on BGS's 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating minimal wear, sharp corners, and strong page quality with only negligible imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47499991384221,"sku":"wb-203","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/fate-grand-order-vol-1-bgs-9-japanese-manga-5944254.png?v=1772681828"},{"product_id":"pokemon-pocket-monsters-sun-moon-vol-1-bgs-9-4-japanese-manga","title":"Pokemon: Pocket Monsters Sun \u0026 Moon Vol. 1 BGS 9.4 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShogakukan\/Tentomushi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3C76D97-016\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3C76D97-016\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewear bottom spine, small edge \u0026amp; corner wear bottom front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- impact top spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- bends, indents \u0026amp; scratches front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePokémon: Pocket Monsters Sun \u0026amp; Moon Vol. 1 is the opening volume of the Japanese manga adaptation following the seventh-generation Alola region games, part of the long-running Pokémon manga franchise that spans decades of shōnen adventure storytelling. This Japanese-language first volume holds particular appeal for series collectors and Pokémon enthusiasts seeking early-run editions in high condition. Graded BGS 9.4 by Beckett Grading Services, this copy falls within near-mint territory, indicating minimal wear, sharp corners, and strong color gloss with only the slightest allowable imperfections keeping it from a perfect score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47499992498333,"sku":"wb-206","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/pokemon-pocket-monsters-sun-moon-vol-1-bgs-94-japanese-manga-1603365.png?v=1772681891"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-25-bgs-8-5-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Berserk Vol. 25 BGS 8.5 Japanese Manga w\/obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHakusensha\/Jets Comics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3CFB88F-004\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3CFB88F-004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall edge \u0026amp; corner bends\/creases to cover does not break color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - edge bends \u0026amp; creases front \u0026amp; back cover with few small stress bends to cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light surface scratches \u0026amp; indents front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk is Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy seinen manga, widely regarded as one of the most influential titles in the medium, following the mercenary Guts through a brutal, meticulously detailed world. This Japanese edition of Volume 25 retains its original obi strip, an increasingly rare feature that adds provenance and display value to any graded copy. Professionally graded BGS 8.5 places this volume in the very fine to very fine-plus range, indicating sharp corners, clean pages, and minimal wear with only minor handling flaws preventing a near-mint designation. Japanese printings with intact obi strips are consistently harder to source in high grades, making this a strong representative copy of Miura's ongoing saga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47543761240221,"sku":"wb-214","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-25-bgs-85-japanese-manga-wobi-8846990.png?v=1772681950"},{"product_id":"one-piece-vol-66-1st-printing-english-manga-fine","title":"One Piece Vol 66 1st Printing English Manga (Fine)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"712\" data-start=\"694\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"918\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"931\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1609\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1403\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Piece Volume 66 is part of Eiichiro Oda's record-breaking shōnen adventure series published by Viz Media, following Monkey D. Luffy and his crew through the Grand Line in one of the best-selling manga franchises in history. First printings carry added collectible interest for series completionists and One Piece fans building run collections, and this copy represents a solid mid-grade example of the Viz English release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47638762651805,"sku":"wb-1024","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/one-piece-vol-66-1st-printing-english-manga-fine-4749408.jpg?v=1772681712"},{"product_id":"one-piece-vol-65-1st-printing-english-manga-fine","title":"One Piece Vol 65 1st Printing English Manga (Fine)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Piece Volume 65 is part of Eiichiro Oda's record-breaking shōnen adventure series published by Viz Media, following Monkey D. Luffy and his crew through the New World arc. Ungraded first printings of later One Piece volumes appeal to series completionists and readers seeking original pressings before subsequent print runs, particularly as Viz Media editions from this era become harder to find in cleaner condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47638762717341,"sku":"wb-1025","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/one-piece-vol-65-1st-printing-english-manga-fine-5643434.jpg?v=1772681661"},{"product_id":"one-piece-vol-64-bgs-9-2-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"One Piece Vol. 64 BGS 9.2 Japanese Manga w\/Obi 1st Printing","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3D15D41-051\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3D15D41-051\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etiny light foxing top middle front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - small corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47640243634333,"sku":"wb-456","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/one-piece-vol-64-bgs-92-japanese-manga-wobi-1st-printing-9256307.jpg?v=1786198446"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-19-1st-printing-english-manga","title":"Berserk Vol 19 1st Printing English Manga (Very Fine)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"712\" data-start=\"694\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"918\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"931\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1609\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1403\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk Volume 19 is part of Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy manga series, published in English by Dark Horse Comics and widely regarded as one of the most influential titles in the seinen genre. First printings of Dark Horse Berserk volumes attract steady collector interest given the series' enduring legacy and Miura's passing in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47641257443485,"sku":"wb-1003","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-19-1st-printing-english-manga-very-fine-1900804.jpg?v=1772681592"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-20-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Berserk Vol 20 1st Printing English Manga (Near Mint)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"712\" data-start=\"694\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"918\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"931\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. 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Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk is Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy seinen manga series, widely regarded as one of the most influential long-form comics in the medium's history. This is an English-language first printing of Volume 20, covering the series' acclaimed narrative arc and featuring Miura's densely detailed artwork that defines the run. First printings of English Berserk volumes remain desirable due to consistent collector demand for the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47650399846557,"sku":"wb-1004","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-20-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint-3757180.jpg?v=1772681653"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-21-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Berserk Vol 21 1st Printing English Manga (Very Fine)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. 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Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. 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Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk is Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy seinen manga, widely regarded as one of the most influential long-form manga series ever published in English. This is a first printing of Volume 21 in English, covering a pivotal stretch of Guts' journey through the post-Eclipse arc, making it a sought-after edition among dedicated Berserk collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47650401157277,"sku":"wb-1005","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-21-1st-printing-english-manga-very-fine-2729133.jpg?v=1772681652"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-35-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Berserk Vol 35 1st Printing English Manga (Near Mint)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. 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Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. 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This English-language first printing of Volume 35 continues the story of Guts and the Black Swordsman saga through Dark Horse Comics' localization, making it a sought-after addition for series completionists and format collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47654744522909,"sku":"wb-1019","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-35-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint-1516477.jpg?v=1772681602"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-36-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Berserk Vol 36 1st Printing English Manga (Near Mint)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"433\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"712\" data-start=\"694\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"715\" data-start=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1162\" data-start=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"918\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"931\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1185\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1609\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1403\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1859\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1639\" data-start=\"1636\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2051\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1870\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk Volume 36 is part of Kentaro Miura's landmark dark fantasy manga series, widely regarded as one of the most influential works in seinen manga history, following the mercenary Guts through a brutal, meticulously illustrated world. First printings of Berserk volumes in English attract steady collector interest given the series' ongoing legacy following Miura's passing in 2021 and the finite nature of early print runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47654744785053,"sku":"wb-1020","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-36-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint-8730326.jpg?v=1772681603"},{"product_id":"berserk-vol-37-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Berserk Vol 37 1st Printing English Manga (Near Mint)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBerserk is Kentaro Miura's dark fantasy seinen manga, widely regarded as one of the most influential series in the medium and a cornerstone of any serious manga collection. This is a first printing English-language edition of Volume 37, published by Dark Horse Comics, covering the ongoing saga of mercenary Guts in the post-Eclipse arc. First printings of Berserk volumes in English have grown increasingly difficult to source in clean condition following Miura's passing in 2021, which significantly heightened collector interest across the entire run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47654746259613,"sku":"wb-1021","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/berserk-vol-37-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint-2661641.jpg?v=1772681601"},{"product_id":"flcl-fooly-cooly-vol-1-bgs-6-english-graded-manga","title":"FLCL Fooly Cooly Vol. 1 BGS 6 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTokyopop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e6.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-4524DE5-003\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-4524DE5-003\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espine wear \u0026amp; reader creases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esurface, edge \u0026amp; corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eindents \u0026amp; scratches front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFLCL (Fooly Cooly) is the manga adaptation of Gainax's cult classic surrealist sci-fi anime, written by Gainax and illustrated by Hajime Ueda, originally serialized in Monthly Shōnen Ace. Volume 1 of the two-volume English edition introduces the chaotic coming-of-age story that built a devoted fanbase across both anime and print formats. This copy has been graded BGS 6, placing it in the good-to-fine range, indicating noticeable wear such as spine stress, surface marks, or minor creasing but remaining a complete, readable, and display-worthy copy. Graded English manga editions of FLCL are scarce in the BGS registry, making any slabbed copy a notable addition to an anime-adjacent manga collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47660495503517,"sku":"wb-243","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/flcl-fooly-cooly-vol-1-bgs-6-english-graded-manga-1161396.png?v=1772681587"},{"product_id":"flcl-fooly-cooly-vol-1-bgs-6-5-english-graded-manga","title":"FLCL Fooly Cooly Vol. 1 BGS 6.5 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTokyopop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e6.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-4524DE5-004\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-4524DE5-004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espine wear \u0026amp; creases breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esurface pulls top front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esurface, edge \u0026amp; corner wear breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFLCL (Fooly Cooly) is a two-volume manga adaptation by Hajime Ueda, based on the iconic 2000 Gainax\/Production I.G anime OVA series known for its surreal storytelling, breakneck pacing, and enduring cult status in both Western and Japanese anime communities. Volume 1 of the English-language edition establishes the chaotic Naota-and-Haruko narrative that made the franchise a touchstone of early-2000s alternative animation. This copy has been professionally graded by BGS at 6.5, placing it in the fine range, indicating moderate wear with no major structural defects — a solid preserved example for FLCL fans seeking a certified, displayable collectible rather than a reading copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47660501008541,"sku":"wb-244","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/flcl-fooly-cooly-vol-1-bgs-65-english-graded-manga-1924047.png?v=1772681891"},{"product_id":"vinland-saga-vol-6-1st-printing-english-manga-near-mint","title":"Vinland Saga Vol 6 1st Printing English Manga (Very Fine)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinland Saga is Makoto Yukimura's critically acclaimed Viking-era historical action manga, serialized in Monthly Afternoon and widely regarded as one of the premier seinen titles of its generation. First printings of Vinland Saga in English carry collecting interest given the series' strong reputation and dedicated readership. Buyers should note the condition is seller-assessed rather than third-party verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47663806316701,"sku":"wb-1027","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/vinland-saga-vol-6-1st-printing-english-manga-very-fine-7262289.jpg?v=1772681601"},{"product_id":"dragon-ball-vol-23-1st-printing-english-manga-very-good","title":"Dragon Ball Z Vol 23 1st Printing English Manga (Good)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003ePublisher: Viz Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon Ball Volume 23 is part of Akira Toriyama's landmark shōnen series originally serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump, widely credited with shaping the global manga and anime industry. This English-language first printing carries added interest for collectors who prioritize original print runs over later reissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47663811494045,"sku":"wb-1028","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/dragon-ball-z-vol-23-1st-printing-english-manga-good-1191374.jpg?v=1772681594"},{"product_id":"dragon-ball-vol-22-1st-printing-english-manga-good-copy","title":"Dragon Ball Z Vol 22 1st Printing English Manga (Good)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003ePublisher: Viz Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon Ball Volume 22 is part of Akira Toriyama's landmark shōnen series, originally serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump and published in English by Viz Media, covering the Dragon Ball Z story arc that helped define the genre for Western audiences. This copy is a first printing English edition, making it more desirable to collectors than later print runs due to original cover text, logo variations, and spine coloring consistent with early Viz releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47663812968605,"sku":"wb-1029","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/dragon-ball-z-vol-22-1st-printing-english-manga-good-9814844.jpg?v=1772681593"},{"product_id":"inuyasha-vol-10-1st-printing-english-manga-very-good","title":"Inuyasha Vol 10 1st Printing English Manga (Very Good)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Year :\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003ePublisher: Viz Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eGrading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInuyasha is Rumiko Takahashi's feudal-era saga of the schoolgirl Kagome, the half-demon Inuyasha, and the hunt for the shards of the Shikon Jewel, one of the defining manga of its generation from one of the medium's most collected creators. This is the English first printing of Volume 10 from Viz Media's mid-2000s run, the era when the anime brought the series to its widest English-language audience. First printings are the copies series collectors screen for over later impressions. This copy grades Very Good, showing clear reading wear while remaining complete and solid. It ships from the U.S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47663819096221,"sku":"wb-1031","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/inuyasha-vol-10-1st-printing-english-manga-very-good-9864811.jpg?v=1772681593"},{"product_id":"samurai-champloo-vol-1-bgs-5-5-english-graded-manga","title":"Samurai Champloo Vol. 1 BGS 5.5 English Graded Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTokyopop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e5.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-4838E93-006\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-4838E93-006\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoiling \u0026amp; stains back cover; stain top page edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreases front \u0026amp; back cover breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etear left edge front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecorner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamurai Champloo is the manga adaptation of Shinichiro Watanabe's hip-hop-influenced samurai anime, written and illustrated by Masaru Gotsubo and published in English by TOKYOPOP, following mismatched swordsmen Mugen and Jin alongside the determined Fuu. Volume 1 introduces the series' distinctive blend of anachronistic style and Edo-period action, making it a foundational entry for fans of the franchise. This copy has been graded BGS 5.5, which falls in the good-to-fine range on the 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating moderate wear such as creasing, spine stress, or surface scuffing while remaining a complete, readable copy suitable for franchise collectors prioritizing a graded slab over high grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47717082759325,"sku":"wb-42","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/samurai-champloo-vol-1-bgs-55-english-graded-manga-3316032.png?v=1774183749"},{"product_id":"gangsta-vol-1-bgs-85-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Gangsta Vol. 1 BGS 8.5 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShinchosha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-486B57B-003\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-486B57B-003\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecrease bottom left front cover \u0026amp; top right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreases left front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- bend\/creases right front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- small surface wear front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- small crease top spine breaks color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGangsta, written and illustrated by Kohske, is a seinen action manga serialized in Monthly Comic Beans, following mercenary duo Worick and Nicolas in a city run by crime syndicates. This Japanese first-volume copy of Gangsta retains its original obi strip, a detail that adds scarcity value since obi bands are routinely discarded. Graded BGS 8.5 — a Very Fine+ designation on the BGS 1.0–10.0 scale — the book shows minimal wear with sharp corners and clean pages, falling just short of near-mint territory. Collecting volume 1 in high grade with obi intact appeals to fans of the series and graded manga enthusiasts focused on Japanese-language editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744813269149,"sku":"wb-49","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/gangsta-vol-1-bgs-85-japanese-manga-wobi-6488179.png?v=1774183688"},{"product_id":"doraemon-vol-39-bgs-7-5-japanese-manga","title":"Doraemon Vol. 39 BGS 7.5 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShogakukan\/Tentomushi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e1989\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e5.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\/White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3D15D41-007\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3D15D41-007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecorner \u0026amp; edge wear, wear bottom spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebend\/creases to cover corners \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - corner \u0026amp; edge wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - bends, indents, \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - extensive fade to spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- impact top \u0026amp; bottom spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoraemon Volume 39 is part of Fujiko F. Fujio's landmark children's manga series, one of the best-selling and most culturally significant titles in Japanese publishing history, with decades of influence across manga, anime, and merchandise. This Japanese-language standard printing has been graded BGS 7.5, placing it in the fine-to-very-fine range, indicating moderate handling wear or minor defects but a still-presentable copy suitable for display or collection. Graded copies of Doraemon volumes remain relatively uncommon in the Western collectibles market, making any BGS-slabbed example a useful addition to a graded manga collection focused on classic shōnen and children's titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744814973085,"sku":"wb-446","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/doraemon-vol-39-bgs-75-japanese-manga-3762932.png?v=1774183691"},{"product_id":"dandadan-vol-17-bgs-9-8-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Dandadan Vol. 17 BGS 9.8 Japanese Manga w\/Obi 1st Printing","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-097D988-007\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-097D988-007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light horizontal bend\/crease top edge back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDandadan is a supernatural action comedy manga by Yukinobu Tatsu, serialized in Shonen Jump+ and published by Shueisha, blending yokai folklore, alien encounters, and kinetic battle sequences into one of the most visually distinctive seinen-adjacent titles of the 2020s. This Japanese first printing of Volume 17 (2024) retains its obi band, a detail often missing from circulation copies and meaningful to completists pursuing shelf-presentation accuracy. BGS 9.8 denotes a near-mint-plus specimen; the grader note citing a light horizontal bend at the top edge of the dust jacket back cover explains the single point deduction from a perfect 10.0, making the structural integrity of the interior and front presentation essentially pristine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744845152413,"sku":"wb-452","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/dandadan-vol-17-bgs-98-japanese-manga-wobi-1st-printing-3185154.jpg?v=1782386828"},{"product_id":"dont-toy-with-me-miss-nagatoro-vol-1-bgs-9-2-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro Vol. 1 BGS 9.2 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKodansha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3180EBB-004\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3180EBB-004\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimpact top spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- impact top spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro, written and illustrated by Nanashi (774), is a popular shōnen romantic comedy manga serialized in Pocket Shōnen Magazine that follows the teasing dynamic between a shy high-schooler and the relentlessly playful Nagatoro. This first volume in Japanese with its original obi band intact is a desirable collectible, as obi strips are easily discarded and their survival meaningfully enhances presentation and completeness. Graded BGS 9.2, this copy falls in the near-mint range, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, and clean pages with only the slightest allowable imperfections keeping it from a perfect score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744861831325,"sku":"wb-110","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/dont-toy-with-me-miss-nagatoro-vol-1-bgs-92-japanese-manga-wobi-5226444.png?v=1774183690"},{"product_id":"one-piece-vol-73-bgs-9-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"One Piece Vol. 73 BGS 9 1st Printing Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-3D15D41-053\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-3D15D41-053\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebend bottom left front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etiny impact top spine back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket -bends front \u0026amp; 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fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian is a romantic comedy manga series adapted from the light novel by Sunsunsun, following a half-Russian honor student who whispers her true feelings to her classmate in Russian, believing he cannot understand her. 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Graded BGS 9.4, this copy falls in the near-mint range, indicating minimal surface wear, sharp corners, and flat pages with only the slightest allowable imperfections, making it a solid example for serious manga graded-book collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744871104669,"sku":"wb-436","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/alya-sometimes-hides-her-feelings-in-russian-vol-1-bgs-94-japanese-manga-wobi-2685284.png?v=1774183687"},{"product_id":"pokemon-pocket-monsters-sun-moon-vol-1-bgs-9-6-japanese-manga","title":"Pokemon: Pocket Monsters Sun \u0026 Moon Vol. 1 BGS 9.6 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShogakukan\/Tentomushi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/25-486B57B-007\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e25-486B57B-007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmall bend\/crease right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- spine stress with bends top front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- edge stress \u0026amp; indents front \u0026amp; back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket- light bend top back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePokémon: Pocket Monsters Sun \u0026amp; Moon Vol. 1 is the opening volume of the Japanese manga adaptation based on the Generation VII games, published by Shogakukan and part of the long-running Pokémon manga franchise that spans decades of shōnen and children's publishing. As a BGS 9.6 graded copy, this Japanese-language first volume sits firmly in near-mint territory on Beckett's 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating exceptionally clean pages, sharp corners, and minimal handling wear. Collecting volume ones of mainline Pokémon manga series in high grades is increasingly popular given the franchise's global recognition and the relative scarcity of raw copies preserved at this condition level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744875954333,"sku":"wb-53","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/pokemon-pocket-monsters-sun-moon-vol-1-bgs-96-japanese-manga-6760685.png?v=1774183687"},{"product_id":"one-piece-vol-8-bgs-8-japanese-manga","title":"One Piece Vol. 8 BGS 8 Japanese Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e5.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOff-White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/26-030D9FB-007\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e26-030D9FB-007\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlteration Includes: Left edge of book sanded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eedge \u0026amp; corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereader crease near spine front \u0026amp; back cover, small crease right back cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - edge \u0026amp; corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - surface wear, indents, scratches,  creases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne Piece Volume 8 is part of Eiichiro Oda's landmark shōnen series, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump and one of the best-selling manga franchises in history, following Monkey D. Luffy's quest to become King of the Pirates. This Japanese-language standard printing carries a BGS 8 grade, placing it in the Very Fine range on Beckett's 1.0–10.0 scale, indicating a well-preserved copy with only minor wear and strong structural integrity. Graded Japanese volumes of One Piece attract consistent collector interest, and a BGS-slabbed copy offers the authentication and protection that raw copies lack, making this a solid addition to any graded manga collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47752326119581,"sku":"wb-63","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/one-piece-vol-8-bgs-8-japanese-manga-8731435.png?v=1774763707"},{"product_id":"keep-your-hands-off-eizouken-vol-1-bgs-9-4-english-manga","title":"Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken Vol. 1 BGS 9.4 English Manga","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDark Horse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/26-0421C64-002\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e26-0421C64-002\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003etiny crease top left corner front cover\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Your Hands Off Eizouken is a seinen manga by Sumito Oowara, serialized in Big Comic Spirits, following three high school students building an animation club from scratch; its deeply researched portrayal of the creative process earned critical acclaim and inspired a celebrated Science SARU anime adaptation. Volume 1 in English introduces that founding vision, making it a logical starting point for series collectors. Graded BGS 9.4, this copy falls in the near-mint range, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, and clean pages with only the slightest allowable imperfections under Beckett's grading standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47771315011741,"sku":"wb-78","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/keep-your-hands-off-eizouken-vol-1-bgs-94-english-manga-5930320.png?v=1774763707"},{"product_id":"to-your-eternity-vol-1-bgs-9-6-japanese-manga-w-obi","title":"To Your Eternity Vol. 1 BGS 9.6 Japanese Manga w\/Obi","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eKodansha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eCover Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePage Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;\"\u003eCert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cbcscomics.com\/grading-notes\/26-030D9FB-010\" style=\"color:inherit;font-family:monospace;font-size:13px;\"\u003e26-030D9FB-010\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0.5em 0 0.25em;font-family:inherit;\"\u003eGrader notes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#555;margin:0;padding-left:1.25em;line-height:1.8;font-family:inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etiny corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light edge \u0026amp; corner wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edust jacket - light surface indents \u0026amp; fine scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo Your Eternity (Fumetsu no Anata e) is a shōnen manga by Yoshitoki Oima, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Magazine, following an immortal being that takes the forms of what it encounters as it learns about life and loss. This Japanese first volume with its original obi band intact is a desirable collectible, as obi strips are frequently discarded and their presence signals careful preservation from first ownership. A BGS 9.6 falls within near-mint territory on the 1.0–10.0 Beckett grading scale, indicating minimal handling wear, sharp corners, and clean page whites, making it a strong raw-to-slab upgrade over ungraded copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47771315634333,"sku":"wb-66","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/to-your-eternity-vol-1-bgs-96-japanese-manga-wobi-1526253.png?v=1774763707"},{"product_id":"bleach-vol-27-1st-printing-japanese-manga","title":"Bleach Vol. 27 1st Print Japanese Manga (Fine)","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0 0 1em;font-family:inherit;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.5px;\"\u003eCondition Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNear Mint (NM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Near Mint comic looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Fine (VF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Fine comics show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The comic is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine (FN)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Fine comic has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good (VG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Good comics show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The comic is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood (GD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood-condition comics are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFair \/ Poor (FR \/ PR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese comics are very heavily damaged. 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No obi strip is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47826227134621,"sku":"wb-541","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/bleach-vol-27-1st-print-japanese-manga-fine-9226489.jpg?v=1777166650"},{"product_id":"death-note-vol-1-1st-printing-japanese-manga","title":"Death Note Vol. 1 1st Print Japanese Manga (Fine)","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:2em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;margin:0 0 1em;font-family:inherit;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.5px;\"\u003eCondition Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMint (9.8)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Mint manga is essentially flawless. 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The book is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine (6.5 – 7.5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Fine manga has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good (5.0 – 6.0)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Good manga show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. 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The series follows high school student Light Yagami after he discovers a supernatural notebook that kills anyone whose name is written in it, and its cat-and-mouse narrative became one of the defining works of early 2000s shōnen manga. 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Even under close inspection there are no visible defects — perfect spine, square corners, bright cover, clean pages. These are extremely rare in vintage manga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNear Mint (9.2 – 9.6)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Near Mint manga looks almost new. It may have very minor flaws that are hard to notice at first glance, such as a tiny spine tick or extremely light corner wear. Colors are bright, pages are clean, and the book has excellent eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Fine (8.0 – 9.0)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Fine manga show light signs of wear but are still very attractive. You may see small spine ticks, slight corner blunting, or minimal surface wear. The book is well-preserved and displays nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine (6.5 – 7.5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Fine manga has noticeable wear but remains solid and complete. Common issues include visible spine stress, small creases, mild cover wear, or slight discoloration. Pages are usually intact but may be off-white or lightly aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good (5.0 – 6.0)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery Good manga show clear wear from reading and handling. This can include multiple spine ticks, creases, small tears, or heavier corner wear. The book is still complete but has reduced visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood (3.5 – 4.5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood-condition manga are heavily worn but readable. They may have significant creasing, tears, loose staples or binding, or noticeable discoloration. Collectors usually value these more for content than condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFair (2.0 – 3.0)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFair-condition manga are heavily worn with major flaws — significant creasing, larger tears, surface damage, or noticeable fading. Still complete and readable but show considerable handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;font-family:inherit;margin:0 0 .5em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor (0.5 – 1.8)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese manga are very heavily damaged. Issues can include missing pieces, detached covers, severe tears, water damage, or heavy markings. These are typically collected only for very rare or historically important volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;font-family:inherit;margin:1em 0 0;font-style:italic;\"\u003eNote: Grading is subjective, and small differences in opinion are normal. Photos should always be reviewed closely, and professional grading services may assign different final grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHell's Paradise: Jigokuraku (地獄楽) is a dark-fantasy action manga by Yuji Kaku, serialized in Shonen Jump+ and published by Shueisha beginning in 2018, following condemned ninja Gabimaru on a mission to a lethal otherworldly island. This raw first printing of Volume 1 in Japanese holds particular interest as the series debut edition, predating the title's international licensing and subsequent anime adaptation. Graded visually as Very Fine, the copy presents with minor handling wear consistent with an 8.0–8.5 range on standard grading scales — above average condition with well-preserved spine and cover art, suitable for readers and collectors seeking original-language first editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 \/end --\u003e","brand":"West Blue Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47826245288093,"sku":"wb-406","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/8532\/3421\/files\/hells-paradise-jigokuraku-vol-1-1st-print-japanese-manga-very-fine-1835143.jpg?v=1779072432"},{"product_id":"ginatama-vol-1-1st-printing-japanese-manga","title":"Gintama Vol 1 1st Printing Japanese Manga (Fine)","description":"\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px;font-family:inherit;margin:1.5em 0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShueisha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px 8px 0;color:#888;white-space:nowrap;width:40%;\"\u003eYear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- westblue:seo_v2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wb-product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGintama Volume 1 is the debut installment of Hideaki Sorachi's long-running Shueisha Jump Comics series, a comedic science-fiction samurai manga that ran in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 2003 to 2019 and became one of the publication's most beloved titles. 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