Blade of the Immortal #88

Hiroaki Samura's cover for issue #88 draws you in with an intimate, close-up portrait of a young woman rendered in delicate muted tones — her steady gaze and the large ring earring at her ear giving her a quiet, self-possessed presence amid the shadowy, textured surroundings. Subtitled "Light and Shadow," this 2004 Dark Horse Manga installment hints at the contemplative mood Samura brings to his acclaimed series. It's a beautifully understated cover that reflects the artistic depth consistently found throughout Blade of the Immortal.