Le palais des Assassins #2

The second volume of Tabasa Iori's Le Palais des Assassins arrives from Ki-oon Seinen with a cover that perfectly captures the series' mix of menace and comedy: a tall, sharp-eyed figure in dark robes coolly holds a calligraphy brush and pen while a shorter, wide-eyed girl in a pink kimono reacts with hilariously exaggerated alarm. Framed by elegant gold floral and phoenix motifs, the pairing promises a dynamic that's equal parts dangerous and delightfully chaotic. A fine pick-up for seinen fans who enjoy their intrigue served with a generous side of personality.