Overview

Romance of the Three Kingdoms meets True Grit! A thrilling mixture of adrenaline-packed spaghetti Western and Game of Thrones–type kingdom drama as extraordinary swordsman and bounty hunter Dao Ma and his three-year-old son, Xiao Qi, take a larger-than-life journey through battles fated to uproot a brutal ancient Chinese empire It is the third year of Daye (607 CE). The people of Sui Dynasty are living in poverty under the brutal rule of Emperor Yang Guang. In the desert fringes of this empire is a traveling swordsman named Dao Ma. He’s a skilled bounty hunter who hopes to pay off his debt to his foster godfather while looking after his three-year-old son, Xiao Qi. When Dao Ma takes on an escort mission to bodyguard an enigmatic fugitive to the imperial capital Chang’an, he treats it as a simple high-paying job. Little does he know that this client is a dangerous mystic twirling strings that could uproot the empire from its foundations. One of the top bestselling manhua titles in China, Blades of the Guardians’ dramatic, brutal illustrations and tight, intricate plot will leave readers at the edge of their seats. It is perfect for fans of seinen manga like Vagabond, wuxias like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and world-shaking adventures like The Lord of the Rings.

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""Charming characters, fast-paced plot, and impeccable fun"" * Rumiko Takahashi, author of Inuyasha, Urusei Yatsura, and Ranma ½ * “I love the impactful scenes! I love the touching story! I love the theatrical art. I can’t wait to read the series as it continues!” * Shinbo Akiyuki, director of Puella Magi Madoka Magica and Bakemonogatari * “I can’t put the book down.” * Toru Fujisawa, author of Great Teacher Onizuka *

Author Information

Xianzhe Xu is a manhua author-illustrator known for the bestselling series Blades of the Guardians and Assassin’s Creed Dynasty. A powerful new voice in manhua, his works showcase a masterful hand at intertwining threads of prophecy, ancient history, and human compassion. Bold action and deep anguish intersperse in sharp harmony, in a style reminiscent of calligraphy. Xu is a popular author with a cult following.

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