Usagi Yojimbo #36
In "Sojobo," Usagi Yojimbo faces a surprising twist when he discovers he and Yukichi are cousins, deepening the bond between them. With a bounty on those loyal to Lord Mifune, the vengeful students of the Paikonyaki School take up arms, challenging Usagi in combat—only for Yukichi to make a shocking choice that alters their path. Written and illustrated by Stan Sakai, with cover art by Sakai, this 2022 issue from IDW explores loyalty, legacy, and the unexpected turns of fate in a world where honor is both a burden and a compass.
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Usagi learns that he and Yukichi are cousins. With a bounty placed on those who are loyal to Lord Mifune, the embittered students of the Paikonyaki School are emboldened to attempt to claim the bounty by besting Usagi in combat but Yukichi slays Takao, the master of the school. Yukichi decides to travel with Usagi and learn more about the world.
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