Usagi Yojimbo: The Crow #5
In "The Crow Part Five," Stan Sakai delivers a gripping chapter of Usagi Yojimbo’s ongoing saga, as Usagi and his allies face off against Jimmu’s forces in a battle that changes everything. With emotional weight and quiet heroism, the story sees Usagi confront his enemy, Inuyoshi make a final sacrifice, and Yukichi choose honor over reward—while Stray Dog hides his compassion behind a gruff exterior. The issue’s powerful moments are brought to life by Sakai’s masterful art and lettering, with cover art by Sakai that captures the tension and tragedy of the moment.
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Usagi and allies battle Jimmu's forces. Usagi slays Jimmu but Inuyoshi is fatally wounded. Iuyoshi gives his sword to Yukichi to replace the one he destroyed, then dies. Yukichi refuses to accept payment for the bounty on Jimmu. As usual, Stray Dog feigns coldheartedness, but privately takes care of Isamu, bringing him to the orphanage that he invests his bounty money into.
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