JOE

A time where positivity and compassion for the weak have disappeared. 13 years ago, the life of the whole family was shaken when a mutant came out of the abyss, into the world. An old catastrophe, the most powerful star Almuten. Yoo Geon, who has lost his one and only older brother, is saved by the S-class hunter Woo Shin-je who appeared just in time. Be the guide of Erehon and obey my commands, endure anything...Follow me to the end. Yoo Geon is in the midst of those who want to ruin him. To confirm the love and hatred that grew between Shin-je and him... Don try to run away to death... I, as your guide, won let you do that.

Joshua Sanders, the legendary spearman who ended the brutal civil war, shattered the belief that one must wield a sword to be a master knight. He fought in the service of his friend, Emperor Caesar Van Briton, but it is all for naught when his fearful comrades try to kill him. He’s on the brink of death when his trusty weapon, Lukia, shines and propels him back to the stables of his childhood. With his mighty spear in hand, Joshua is dead set on revenge in this life!

Around campus, Ikuse is a notorious bookworm, focused solely on literature. Kazami, a master of none, simply wants to enjoy his college life. One day in the cafeteria they strike up a conversation and their friendship takes off. Kazami learns of Ikuse's interest in BDSM, and they begin to explore the fetish. Lost in pleasure, Ikuse blurts out his true desire, but he is turned down. Unable to face Kazami, Ikuse severs his ties with him. Years later, he still can't forget about him. Now, an editor, what sits on his desk is none other than Kazami's manuscript. Can Ikuse look beyond the past and nurture Kazami's talent as his editor? Can they move forward, or are they doomed to repeat the past?

Joshua Sanders, the legendary spearman who ended the brutal civil war, shattered the belief that one must wield a sword to be a master knight. He fought in the service of his friend, Emperor Caesar Van Briton, but it is all for naught when his fearful comrades try to kill him. He’s on the brink of death when his trusty weapon, Lukia, shines and propels him back to the stables of his childhood. With his mighty spear in hand, Joshua is dead set on revenge in this life!

In order to save his home village, Jonak seeks the help of the dragon god, who is said to grant the wishes of humans. However, Adain, the dragon god, demands Jonak himself in return. Despite being puzzled by Adain's arrogant attitude, which is so unlike the benevolent image painted in legends, Jonak readily agrees to become the "dragon's companion"...!? [A haughty dragon god × a lonely orphaned youth]

Canadian comics publisher Drawn & Quarterly has distinguished itself during its four years of publishing by releasing a wonderfully idiosyncratic series of comic book serials notable for an emphasis on autobiographical stories, loose expressive drawing styles and characters either stuck on or passing through the social margins. This beautifully produced trade paperback collects work from D&Q's equally quirky, eponymous quarterly anthology and presents shorter pieces by some of the best young comic artists of the moment. Michael Dougan ( I Can't Tell You Anything ) contributes ``Black Cherry,'' another of his ``dumb job'' stories that recreates the parade of oddballs and crazies that frequent an ice cream parlour where he used to work. Maurice Vellekoops (who contributed the richly colored, ``scandalously'' funny cover art) presents ``The 8 pillars of Gay Culture'' and ``Homoman,'' both of which happily exploit gay sterotypes (`` `did you hire a decorator?' `Of course not; I'm a homosexual.' '') with mischievous, politically incorrect wit. Also note Debbie Drechsler's disturbing (and nicely drawn) ``Visitors in the Night'' on child sexual exploitation; and Joe Matt, Mr. Peep Show himself, who would like to share his darkest secret with us--it's crude and very funny--whether we want to know it or not. Also includes Carol Tyler, Roberta Gregory, David Mazzucchelli, Mary Fleener and others.

Your body is a lock. Death is the key. The key turns... and you're free. To be anywhere.

Spider-man