Ares - The Vagrant Soldier #4

A brooding, atmospheric cover sets the tone for this 2012 volume from Booken Manga — a heavily armored soldier stands in the foreground, battle-worn and gripping a spear, while a towering dark figure on horseback looms ominously behind them against a stormy grey sky. Ryu Geum-Chul's bold linework and moody palette capture the gritty, war-weary spirit of *Ares: The Vagrant Soldier* with striking confidence. If you're drawn to sword-and-sorcery tales with a raw, human edge, this fourth volume makes a compelling case for the series.