The Elusive Samurai

Set in 14th-century Japan, The Elusive Samurai follows a young noble who, after his family is betrayed and killed, escapes his pursuers through a unique talent for evasion rather than combat. Published by Carlsen Comics in Germany since 2024, this ongoing series of 11 issues is written and illustrated by Yusei Matsui, the creator of Assassination Classroom. It stands out for blending historical shonen action with a protagonist whose defining skill is running away, offering a fresh take on the samurai genre.