Name: Devilman Grimoire Vol. 1
Price: 37.83 NZD
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Author: Go Nagai
ISBN: 9781626925717

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Physical Book

Author

Go Nagai

Publisher

Seven Seas Entertainment

Synopsis "Devilman Grimoire Vol. 1 "

IT TAKES A DEVIL TO KILL A DEVIL!When Miki attempts to summon a demon on the roof of her high school, things don’t go quite as planned. Not only does she instigate a vicious massacre, but her friend Akira gets possessed by the legendary demon Amon the Uneater, who annihilates his own kind. As Tokyo’s streets grow bloodier by the day–thanks to invaders from Hell–a demonic demon slayer might be the city’s only hope for salvation.A modern, ultra-violent spin on the devilish classic by Go Nagai!

Go Nagai

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Go Nagai is an influential Japanese mangaka and anime creator, born on September 6, 1945, in Wajima, Japan. He is known for being one of the pioneers of the mecha and super robots genre in manga and anime. His most iconic work is Mazinger Z, released in 1972, which marked the beginning of a new era in science fiction and giant robot stories, inspiring generations of artists and creators.

Throughout his career, Nagai has created numerous highly successful series, including Devilman, Cutie Honey, Grendizer, and Demon Lord Dante, which have left an indelible mark on both Japanese and global popular culture. His visual and narrative style is characterized by a focus on violence, ambiguous morality, and the use of characters with extreme traits.

Shin Mazinger Zero, released in 2009, is a modern reinterpretation of Mazinger Z and was created by Yoshiaki Tabata and Yuuki Yogo, but under the supervision of Nagai. This project served to revive the legacy of Mazinger with a darker and more complex vision. Go Nagai's influence on manga and anime remains a fundamental pillar, being one of the most revered figures in the industry.

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