Outsiders Vol.1 - by Akira Kanou (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Vampires and werewolves collide in this modern fantasy epic. Step into the city's shadows and uncover the secrets behind the ancient feud, alongside a curious and brave young girl.

Prepare to be captivated by another masterpiece from the mind of Kanou Akira, where fantasy meets reality, with Outsiders Volume 1. Delve into a world where vampires and werewolves clash in the shadows, and humans unravel the secrets of an ancient feud.

Navigate the world of dark fantasy alongside Ema, a high school student who is full of energy and determination. She embarks on a perilous path that will challenge her beliefs and reshape her destiny.

The courageous, young protagonist finds that she possesses special abilities, but will those same gifts attract unwanted attention? Will her curious nature help her uncover secrets, or lead to her demise?

With mesmerizing artistry, Akira brings this dark tale to life, capturing the bustling streets of Japan and the eerie shadows where otherworldly creatures lurk. Although Akira thrusts readers into a treacherous war between fantastical creatures, it is in a world not so different from our own.

These monsters aren't from another dimension, they are from ours and have been fighting an age-old battle within the shadows. Outsiders Volume 1 casts that same shadow over the reader, who is caught in the chaos and conflict and left on the edge of their seat.

Review Quotes

"Outsiders promises an exciting story full of mystery. Dark fantasy readers, especially lovers of vampire fiction, will want this on their shelves." [Otaku USA Magazine]

"The artwork is suitably dark [...]. Coupled with the distinctive worldbuilding, this makes Outsiders Vol. 1 a truly original work of horror." Kabooooom!

"Kanou's storytelling moves along quickly, with flourishes of comedy and violence. [...] Fans of vampire comics and shojo manga will want to try Outsiders." I Reads You

"I loved this manga. The banter is top-tier. [...] Outsiders Volume 1 deserves your attention." ComicsBeat

About the Author

Akira Kanou has been spinning his intricate webs of narratives and world-building since the 2010s. His characters are often complex, and he throws them into unusual situations. Previously he has opted to place characters amidst other-worldly forces, but in his most-recent 2023 release, Shanghai Loser 1, Akira reveals how the savagery of the Mafia can activate the most cunning minds.