Usagi Yojimbo #12
In "The Return Part Two," Usagi Yojimbo faces a dangerous moral crossroads as Kato's plan to undermine Lord Hikiji escalates, forcing Usagi to walk a razor's edge between loyalty and survival. With tensions rising and the fate of his home village hanging in the balance, Usagi, Kenichi, and Mariko each take separate paths in a desperate bid to prevent catastrophe. Written and illustrated by Stan Sakai, with colors by Tom Luth and letters by Sakai himself, this 2020 IDW issue features cover art by Stan Sakai, continuing the story with the same masterful blend of action, honor, and quiet introspection that defines the series.
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Kato plans to destroy Lord Hikiji politically by assassinating the shogun's emissary while he tours Hikiji's lands. Usagi pretends to join the conspiracy but fears that Kato's actions will cause the destruction of his home village. Usagi and Kenichi prepare to deal with Kato while Mariko sets out to bring help.
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