Samurai vs. Ninja
Samurai vs. Ninja
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Just the Series: Adventuregame Comics Vol. 3   

Series and Publisher: Adventuregame Comics   

Annotation: In the third installment of award-winning cartoonist Jason Shiga’s interactive graphic novel series, Adventuregame Comic... more
 
Reviews: 1
Catalog Number: #392457
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Special Formats: Graphic Novel Graphic Novel
Copyright Date: 2024
Edition Date: 2024 Release Date: 08/27/24
Pages: 153 pages
ISBN: 1-419-75783-0
ISBN 13: 978-1-419-75783-9
Dewey: Fic
LCCN: 2023950282
Dimensions: 19 cm.
Language: English
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Kirkus Reviews

Shiga's latest in the series is a Choose Your Own Adventure–style tale of vengeanceFollowing an instructional introduction about how to navigate the winding panels of this graphic novel, readers assume the perspective of an infant in 1798 Nagoya, Japan. The baby's father tells him to decide between two objects; humorously, both lead to a life devoted to revenge. Years pass, and the young boy must choose whether to train as a samurai like his father or to follow in his mother's footsteps as a ninja. The protagonist's upbringing determines which special abilities he'll possess as he makes his way through Nagoya Castle, where he attempts to steal and then get rid of a bracelet that imbues its wearer with magical powers. Along the way, readers encounter pitfalls and complications. This is a more tricky, cerebral adventure than "hack and slash"–type games. Shiga cleverly allows readers to play through the same scenarios as either a samurai or a ninja; the author/illustrator alternates between gray and green shading to distinguish between the two roles. Different approaches to puzzles, games of chance, and more will have readers racing to unlock all the endings. Shiga's artwork is minimalist but elegant. Like previous books in the series, this is a stand-alone adventure that can be enjoyed on its own, but those eager for more should pick up the earlier installments.With a scenario this engaging, every path is a winner.(Graphic fiction. 8-12)

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Reading Level: 5.0
Interest Level: 4-7

In the third installment of award-winning cartoonist Jason Shiga’s interactive graphic novel series, Adventuregame Comics: Samurai vs. Ninja guides you to choose your warrior fate. Your choice will set you on a path, solving puzzles and learning special skills, all in preparation for your ultimate quest

There is a bracelet that gives the wearer immense power, but it has fallen into the clutches of the evil Lord Touma. You must break into his house and steal it! But when Lord Touma’s guards apprehend you, it’ll be down to your smarts and your special skills to beat his rigged games and break free. Will you make the right choices or have to start a new path?

Adventuregame Comics is a series of interactive graphic novels in the vein of Jason Shiga’s hit graphic novel Meanwhile. Readers follow the story from panel to panel, using tubes that connect them, and sometimes the path will split, giving readers the chance to choose how the story unfolds.

Adventuregame Comics series
Adventuregame Comics: Leviathan (Book 1)
Adventuregame Comics: The Beyond (Book 2)
Adventuregame Comics: Samurai vs. Ninja (Book 3)


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