Usagi Yojimbo: Origins

Stan Sakai's Usagi Yojimbo: Origins (2021–present, IDW) is a four-issue series that revisits the earliest adventures of the ronin rabbit, collecting and re-presenting key stories from the character's formative years. Written and drawn entirely by Sakai, the series serves as an accessible entry point for new readers while offering longtime fans a curated look at the foundations of this beloved, long-running anthropomorphic samurai saga. Its importance lies in how it distills the core themes and artistry that have made Usagi Yojimbo a cornerstone of independent comics for decades.