Princess Resurrection

In this 2007–2009 Random House series, a young boy's life is upended when he meets a mysterious princess with supernatural powers, tasked with protecting him from monstrous threats. The seven-issue run blends horror and action, with the princess's royal duties clashing against a dark, secretive world. Best known for its adaptation of the original manga, the series offers a compact, fast-paced introduction to its eerie premise and the devoted bond at its core.