Best of
Manga

2002

Fullmetal Alchemist (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 1


Hiromu Arakawa - 2002
    Contains Volumes 1, 2 and 3 of Fullmetal Alchemist!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Equipped with mechanical ""auto-mail"" limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore his and his brother's bodies...the legendary Philosopher's Stone.Alchemy: the mystical power to alter the natural world, somewhere between magic, art and science. When two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, dabbled in these powers to grant their dearest wish, one of them lost an arm and leg...and the other became nothing but a soul locked into a body of living iron. Now they are agents of the government, slaves of the military-alchemical complex, using their unique powers to obey their orders...even to kill. But their powers aren't unique. The world crawls with evil alchemists. And in pursuit of the ultimate alchemical treasure, the Philosopher's Stone, their enemies are even more ruthless than they are...

Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 1


Hiromu Arakawa - 2002
    Equipped with mechanical “auto-mail” limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore his and his brother’s bodies...the legendary Philosopher’s Stone.Alchemy: the mystical power to alter the natural world; something between magic, art and science. When two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, dabbled in this power to grant their dearest wish, one of them lost an arm and a leg…and the other became nothing but a soul locked into a body of living steel. Now Edward is an agent of the government, a slave of the military-alchemical complex, using his unique powers to obey orders…even to kill. Except his powers aren't unique. The world has been ravaged by the abuse of alchemy. And in pursuit of the ultimate alchemical treasure, the Philosopher's Stone, their enemies are even more ruthless than they are…

Naruto: The Official Fanbook


Masashi Kishimoto - 2002
    Includes the original 44-page Naruto manga!!By Fans For Fans! The Ultimate Source For Naruto That You Helped Create!We asked you, the loyal legions of Naruto fans across the nation, to help us create this definitive volume of secret knowledge about the world of Naruto , and boy did you respond! Now see your contributions proudly displayed alongside official maps, character profiles, and previously hidden revelations about Masashi Kishimoto's incredible saga. The Official Fanbook takes you deeper than ever before into the world of the most determined ninja, as he pushes ever closer to his ultimate destiny! Think you know all you can possibly know about Naruto ? Think again! Includes the original 44-page Naruto manga!Note: includes poster

Eyeshield 21, Vol. 1: The Boy With the Golden Legs


Riichiro Inagaki - 2002
    Unfortunately, the sadistic captain of the football team already has his eye on Sena and his lightning-fast speed.

Finder, Vol. 1: Target in the Finder


Ayano Yamane - 2002
    Asami forces his captive to undergo a night of pleasure and pain never before imagined, but before long, the son of a powerful Chinese mafia boss also sets his sights upon Akihito, demanding the critical evidence he's uncovered-or is it something else about him he seeks? Includes three erotic bonus stories and an interview with author Ayano Yamane.

Skip Beat!, Vol. 1


Yoshiki Nakamura - 2002
    But he’s casting her out now that he’s famous! Kyoko won’t suffer in silence—she’s going to get her sweet revenge by beating Sho in show biz!Kyoko knows she's not plain and uninteresting, no matter what Sho says. With the help of a little makeover, Kyoko's ready to exact her revenge. But first she needs to land an audition, and she sets her sights on the agency where Sho's lead rival works. Her persistence pays off, but her broken heart turns out to be a disadvantage. Kyoko has lost the will to love anybody, let alone fans she's never met. Can the agency see past this problem to Kyoko's true star potential?

Bleach, Vol. 1


Tite Kubo - 2002
    When his family is attacked by a Hollow—a malevolent lost soul—Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper, dedicating his life to protecting the innocent and helping the tortured spirits themselves find peace. Find out why Tite Kubo’s Bleach has become an international manga smash-hit!Ichigo Kurosaki has always been able to see ghosts, but this ability doesn't change his life nearly as much as his close encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper and member of the mysterious Soul Society. While fighting a Hollow, an evil spirit that preys on humans who display psychic energy, Rukia attempts to lend Ichigo some of her powers so that he can save his family; but much to her surprise, Ichigo absorbs every last drop of her energy. Now a full-fledged Soul Reaper himself, Ichigo quickly learns that the world he inhabits is one full of dangerous spirits and, along with Rukia--who is slowly regaining her powers--it's Ichigo's job to protect the innocent from Hollows and help the spirits themselves find peace.

Initial D, Volume 1


Shuichi Shigeno - 2002
    Behind the wheel of the mysterious 'Ghost of Akina' is Takumi, on his way to becoming the greatest racer ever.

Gundam Wing: Episode Zero


Katsuyuki Sumizawa - 2002
    As children, each of the pilots -- Duo, Heero, Trowa, Quatre, and Chang -- endured extraordinary hardships. This episode visits their youth when the events of a universe gone mad makes desperation just another part of daily life!

The Art of Inu-Yasha: Animators of the Inu-Yasha TV Series


Viz Graphic Novels - 2002
    Bound to high school student Kagome by a powerful spell, the legendary doglike half-demon Inu-Yasha is forced to help her reclaim the magical Jewel of Four Souls -- now shattered into countless shards!

The Draft of Citrus Vol. 1


Shinobu Inokuma - 2002
    

Rokudenashi Blues


Masanori Morita - 2002
    He stutters when he's nervous and he's rather clumsy. He gets noted immediately because he hits a teacher during the entrance ceremony. Some clubs search to enlist him as they see in him a force they can use to get even with other clubs. But Maeda is a loner and has only one dream: becoming boxing champion. His first objective is to beat the leader of the boxing club.

Towa Kamo Shirenai (It Could Be Forever) Vol. 6


Michiyo Akaishi - 2002
    

Magic Knight Rayearth I, Boxed Set


CLAMP - 2002
    The Magic Knight Rayearth boxed sets includes a handsome collector's case, three volumes of Magic Knight Rayearth 100% Authentic Manga and an exclusive Magic Knight Rayearth bonus book packed with never before seen original artwork.

Towa Kamo Shirenai (It Could Be Forever) Vol. 7


Michiyo Akaishi - 2002
    

REC Volume 01 ( REC Manga, # 1 )


Q-taro Hanamizawa - 2002
    As he is about to throw away the ticket, a rookie seiyuu girl named Onda Aka aged 20 asked for the ticket and they end up watching the movie together. On their way home they notice that they live near each other. That night, Aka's apartment burns down. Matsumaru offers his help and they end up with Aka living with him.

Graduation "M" Vol. 1


Yukiru Sugisaki - 2002
    

Supairaru Araibu, Vol. 1


Kyo Shirodaira - 2002
    One of the main characters is Imari, who is in love with the kid who wants to be a detective, and which also quit school running after Kiyotaka, and it seems he's dating a murderer without knowing it...? But how is it all connected to the blade children? Not long after, our favorite blade children from Spiral appear for the rescue, all manipulated by Kiyotaka.

マジカル★トラベルBOY


Nase Yamato - 2002
    A local street magician takes him in, but he has a dangerous secret of his own.2) Love HospitalA chatty student is sent to hospital with a broken leg. The patient in the adjacent bed is a student as well, yet refuses to talk to anyone at all.3) Suki de Warui ka!! (Wrong to Like You!!)A shy high school student is a closet otaku who loves drawing manga based on his favorite shows. One day he is horrified when another student happens to see the artwork in his notebook.4) Foul na Kankei (A Foul Relationship)Two former friends are reunited when they join the senior high basketball club. But one still carries a grudge over a terrible betrayal many years ago.

Cicatrice The Sirius 1


Shinichiro Takada - 2002
    

Towa Kamo Shirenai (It Could Be Forever) Vol. 8


Michiyo Akaishi - 2002