ONE FELL SWOOP Soldiers and war chest secured, Arslan and his loyal retainers make ready to march upon Ecbatana once more. The capital is in dire need of rescuing–and so is Princess Irina! Desperate to claim the crown without bloodying his own hands, Guiscard schemes to use the captured princess as a pawn in a lethal plot against his brother, killing two bothersome birds with one stone...

The epic of palace intrigue and battlefield glory, from the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, that became a hit anime franchise! Arslan is the teenaged prince of the ancient kingdom of Pars who doesn't seem to have what it takes to be a great ruler like his father, Andragoras III. A fateful encounter with a slave from the neighboring country of Lusitania leads Arslan to question the world outside of the royal capital's walls but before he can indulge his curiosity, war breaks out. Arslan is rushed off to his first war, only to see his kingdom crumble in front of his eyes. This series of events leads the young Arslan on a journey to reclaim his lost kingdom.

News of Turan’s opportunistic invasion reaches Arslan, while his armies have already made a quick return to come to the defense of Peshwar castle. To the east, the now free Andragoras begins plotting his next steps—but so is Hilmes. While one battle begins to look up, another, much fiercer has already begun to bear down on the young prince.

BLOOD TIES Prince Arslan and his allies have reached the citadel of Peshawar, but even among fellow Parsians, they can’t rest easy. In the midst of war, rumblings of King Andragoras’ dark past have resurfaced, bringing even Arslan’s right to the throne in question. The prince and his friends have counted on loyalty to Pars, but with doubt over the rightful succession, does that loyalty still include Arslan? He must confront who he is—and what his enemies really want—in a showdown with Hilmes. Meanwhile, another conflict over a throne in the Southern kingdom of Sidhura draws Arslan’s group into a fight between brothers. Will they be pulled further into war, or can they leverage this new development in their favor?

A revelation of identity seems to set long-awaited plans in motion–however, Guiscard has other ambitions, unbeknownst to those who seek his alliance. And beyond hidden motives are the hidden strengths of those thought to be lost, heralding returns that will complicate things even further. Amidst the unfolding plots to capture the throne, a surprise attack threatens all parties, and the gears of war begin turning in a new direction …

Eine mystische Abenteuergeschichte mit persischem Flair - um den Mut und die Freundschaft junger Helden! Verrat und Intrigen führten zur Eroberung seiner einst glorreichen Heimat Pars. Der junge Prinz Arslan ‒ noch unerfahren in Kriegsführung und Strategie ‒ will Vergeltung üben und das Königreich seines Vaters zurückgewinnen. Unterstützt vom tapferen Krieger Daryun, von der schönen Priesterin Farangis, einem klugen Künstler namens Narsus nebst Knappem Elam und dem charmanten Gauner Gieve begibt er sich auf eine gefährliche Mission: Der mysteriöse Fürst mit der Silbermaske und seine Streitmacht müssen wieder aus dem Land vertrieben werden! Heldenhafte Fantasy-Action in einem historischen Setting. Perfekt für Fans von "Vinland Saga" und "Magus of the Library"! - Von der Schöpferin von Fullmetal Alchemist - In Japan bisher 17 Bände erhältlich - Empfohlen ab 12 Jahren

Another Prince's Problem -- After being diverted in the sandy kingdom of Sindhura, Arslan’s party becomes entangled in a war of succession. Arslan may have new allies in Prince Rajendra and the warrior Jaswant, but are they truly worthy of his trust? The bitter conflict between Rajendra and his tyrannical brother, Gadhevi, has fostered paranoia across the nation of Sindhura. In this tense climate, is Arslan safe with a new friend, or is he merely a pawn?

This abundantly illustrated book is an illuminating exploration of the impact of medieval imagery on three hundred years of visual culture. From the soaring castles of Sleeping Beauty to the bloody battles of Game of Thrones, from Middle-earth in The Lord of the Rings to mythical beasts in Dungeons & Dragons, and from Medieval Times to the Renaissance Faire, the Middle Ages have inspired artists, playwrights, filmmakers, gamers, and writers for centuries. Indeed, no other historical era has captured the imaginations of so many creators. This volume aims to uncover the many reasons why the Middle Ages have proven so applicable to a variety of modern moments from the eighteenth through the twenty-first century. These “medieval” worlds are often the perfect ground for exploring contemporary cultural concerns and anxieties, saying much more about the time and place in which they were created than they do about the actual conditions of the medieval period. With over 140 color illustrations, from sources ranging from thirteenth-century illuminated manuscripts to contemporary films and video games, and a preface by Game of Thrones costume designer Michele Clapton, The Fantasy of the Middle Ages will surprise and delight both enthusiasts and scholars. This title is published to accompany an exhibition on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center from June 21 to September 11, 2022.

The irregulars of the Iserlohn Republic, still loyal to the ideals of their former leader Yang Wen-li, rally around Yang’s successor Julian as he strives to live up to his inherited responsibilities. Meanwhile, in the empire, Kaiser Reinhard survives an attempt on his life only to be confronted with the devastating sins of his past when he learns the true identity of his would-be assassin. Despite rumors of treason on the part of Neue Land governor-general Oskar von Reuentahl, the kaiser pays a personal visit to that territory, where an even greater shock lies in store. -- VIZ Media