Viz Media May Title Solicitations
Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2005ANIMEONDVD.COM SOLICITATION
BOOKS
Fullmetal Alchemist (Novel), Vol. 3
VIZ Fiction
Story by: Makoto Inoue, Art by: Hiromu Arakawa
Settled by alchemists, the town of Wisteria has the reputation of being an idyllic retreat. But what Alponse and Edward find there is far from heavenly. Something doesn't seem right…especially when young Alphonse meets a local girl who sparks his romantic interest.
Rating: None
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 224 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0402-2
Cat. Code: NFA03
Street Date: 5/16/2006
GRAPHIC NOVELS
Case Closed, Vol. 11
Action
Story & Art by: Gosho Aoyama
Stuck in the middle of a forest, Conan, Rachel, and Richard seek shelter at a temple where a Tengu is said to have murdered people. That night, the elder priest is found dead hanging from a beam in a room with an incredibly high ceiling. Nobody could have possibly hung themselves from up there, and it couldn't be the work of any other human. Could the Tengu have really done it?
Rating: T+
9.95 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0441-3
Cat. Code: CTCC11
Street Date: 5/16/2006
Cheeky Angel, Vol. 12
Action
Story & Art by: Hiroyuki Nishimori
Megumi's haughty rival Keiko gets herself into a tough situation she can't handle. This inflames her hatred of Megumi, spurring her to hatch a fresh plot to bring about her rival's abject humiliation. Genzo learns something about the evil genie that sheds new light on the nature of the curse cast on Megumi. Unfortunately, when Yasuda, Ichiro, and Hitomoji try to confirm this, they prove no match for the genie's wily ways!
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0446-4
Cat. Code: CTCA12
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 7
Action
Story & Art by: Hiromu Arakawa
From a secret lair in the city of Dublith, a group of outcasts kidnaps Alphonse to find the alchemical secrets of his creation! It's up to Ed (and a certain housewife) to go into the Devil's Nest and rescue his brother. But the criminals of the Devil's Nest aren't exactly human either. Now, Al must fight a homunculus―an artificial human being―and the streets of Dublith will run red with blood…
Rating: T
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0458-8
Cat. Code: CTFA07
Street Date: 5/16/2006
Kekkaishi, Vol. 5
Action
Story & Art by: Yellow Tanabe
Karasumori, the magical area that Yoshimori and Tokine have been assigned to protect is a place of mystery and wonder. Beneath its surface lurks Lord Uro, a fantastic donut-loving creature who only appears when he needs a helping hand with home repairs. Yoshimori's been assigned the task of handyman―the only problem is that Uro's home lies in the depths below Karasumori, where the magic is strong enough to have ill effects on humans.
Rating: T
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0486-3
Cat. Code: CTKK05
Street Date: 5/16/2006
MÄR, Vol. 7
Action
Story & Art by: Nobuyuki Anzai
The battle to save MÄR Heaven heats up as the terrifying Phantom and 12 other Knights descend on Reginlief castle to declare death to the world! But these scare tactics don't work on Ginta. He's more determined than ever to beat the Chess Pieces and save his friends, starting with Ed.
Rating: T
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0489-8
Cat. Code: CTMAR07
Street Date: 5/16/2006
No Need For Tenchi!, Vol. 7 (2nd Edition)
Action
Story & Art by: Hitoshi Okuda
In the official adaptation of TENCHI THE MOVIE, Tenchi & Co. must travel back in time to 1970s Tokyo to save Tenchi's parents! Was Tenchi's father actually young once? And what was it about Tenchi's mother that attracted the wrath of galactic villain Kain? Plus four original stories!
Rating: T
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 184 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0590-8
Cat. Code: CTTMR07
Street Date: 5/9/2006
R.O.D: Read Or Die, Vol. 2
Action
Story & Art by: Shutaro Yamada
Yomiko's shopping trip to the London Book Fair is cut short by a mysterious note she receives from Donnie Nakajima, her former boyfriend and the paper-master who preceded her. Then, her next assignment takes her to the Manshu Academy to find an underground library that contains the ancient wisdom of Chinese masters. Can Yomiko find the hidden library and fulfill her mission? And are Joker's intentions not what they seem?
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 208 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0257-7
Cat. Code: CTRD02
Street Date: 5/16/2006
Ranma 1/2, Vol. 34
Action
Story by & Art by: Rumiko Takahashi
Akane Tendo is shocked when she wins a contest by being the 10,000th girl at the beach who isn't able to swim! The locals bestow her with a jellyfish bathing suit that has the power to enable its wearer to swim. In return for this prize she must enter a long distance swimming competition the next day. She wins the race only to find a dangerous surprise when she reaches the finish line!
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0505-3
Cat. Code: CTRA034
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Kiki's Delivery Service Film Comic, Vol. 2
Ghibli Library
Story & Art by: Hayao Miyazaki
Kiki has decided to start her own business, and her first big assignment is to deliver a birthday present. But what begins as a simple task turns out to be an awful mess. Kiki's Delivery Service might go out of business before it gets off the ground!
Rating: A
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
color, 152 pages
ISBN: 1-59116-749-3
Cat. Code: CTKDF02
Street Date: 5/9/2006
The Art of Kiki's Delivery Service
Ghibli Library
Story & Art by: Hayao Miyazaki
A 13-year-old girl sets off on a journey to become a witch. In the process, she learns how to be a woman. Based on the movie of the same name, this prestige format, lavishly illustrated hard-bound book gives fans a rare glimpse into the creative process of Academy Award-winning director, Hayao Miyazaki.
Rating: None
29.99 USA, 41.00 CAN
color, 208 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0593-2
Cat. Code: TKD01
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Descendants of Darkness, Vol. 11
Shojo
Story & Art by: Yoko Matsushita
While Tatsumi is in the Imaginary World looking for Hisoka, Hisoka is in the Fuyuu desert challenging Kurikara, the Dragon King, to obtain his Shiki power. Hisoka is no match for the master swordfighter, and the Tengu must rush in to save him. Kurikara is about to return from exile, bringing the Imaginary World to the brink of war, and Tsuzuki finds himself playing negotiator between the two sides!
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0536-3
Cat. Code: CTDD11
Street Date: 5/9/2006
From Far Away, Vol. 10
Shojo
Story & Art by: Kyoko Hikawa
Noriko and Izark are hiding out in the quiet rural region of Aibisk. But their retreat is short-lived as they are soon stalked by both bounty hunters and a powerful new enemy. As their feelings for each other grow, Noriko must seriously contemplate her fate. Will she end up destroying the warrior she has grown to love?
Rating: T
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0537-1
Cat. Code: CTFFA10
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Please Save My Earth, Vol. 16
Shojo
Story & Art by: Saki Hiwatari
Mokuren's perspective on moon base tragedy is vastly different from Shion's. Though she seems to be an ethereal goddess, she has her own insecurities and frustrations. When she learns of the opportunity to join the research team on the KK moon base, she eagerly applies for the position, against the protest of the Lim Lians. Her wish to join good-looking men on the team is fulfilled when she meets handsome Gyokuran and Shion―but will either one quench her desires?
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0549-5
Cat. Code: CTPSM16
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Red River, Vol. 12
Shojo
Story by & Art by: Chie Shinohara
Kail's forces are triumphant in Alinna. Back in Hattusa, the victorious prince is declared the new king of the Hittites, even as Yuri uncovers a web of subterfuge woven by Queen Nakia that threatens the entire Hittite empire. Making matters worse, the neighboring nations of Arzawa and Ugarit have launched a two-pronged attack that compels the Hittites to field two countering forces―one led by Kail, the other by Yuri!
Rating: T+
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0554-1
Cat. Code: CTRR12
Street Date: 5/9/2006
W Juliet, Vol. 10
Shojo
Story & Art by Emura
At the Drama Club's summer training camp, Ito reunites with Jôtaro, a childhood friend who is the son of a well-known actor. Though he bullied Ito as a tot, Jôtaro is repentant―and Makoto suspects his affection goes beyond friendship. Three’s a crowd where love is concerned, and Makoto wants Ito to tell Jôtaro she's already taken. But that task turns out to be difficult…
Rating: T
9.99 USA, 13.95 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0563-0
Cat. Code: CTWJ10
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Beauty Is The Beast, Vol. 3
Shojo Beat
Story & Art by: Tomo Matsumoto
Eimi unknowingly makes a conquest of Shimonuki, from the boys dorm. But she's so wrapped up in her admiration of Wanibuchi that she doesn't even notice. Shimonuki decides to seriously pursue Eimi, and what better way than to get close to the competition? But the plan backfires when Shimonuki starts to idolize Wanibuchi, too! Will Shimonuki ever be more than Eimi's fellow "Wanichin" fan?
Rating: T
8.99 USA, 12.50 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0353-0
Cat. Code: CTBIB03
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 6
Shojo Beat
Story & Art by: Bisco Hatori
The school festival opens at Ouran, and the Host Club members are busy entertaining the visiting parents. Teasing his son is a favorite pastime of Tamaki's doting father, the school chairman, but Tamaki's grandmother is cut from very different cloth. She shuns and despises Tamaki, banning him from the main Suoh mansion. It's time for Kyoya to take action with the Host Club to help their favored leader out.
Rating: T
8.99 USA, 12.50 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0584-3
Cat. Code: CTOHH06
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Black Cat, Vol. 2
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Kentaro Yabuki
Train's partner Sven is determined to rescue Eve, a girl-turned-bioweapon, from the dangerous arms dealers who are holding her captive. Sven and Train soon discover that the shadowy figure connected to this black market smuggling ring is none other than Train's mortal enemy, Creed. But why does Creed want to join forces with Train?!
Rating: T+
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 216 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0606-8
Cat. Code: CTBC02
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Dr. Slump, Vol. 7
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Akira Toriyama
Senbei plays the lead role in a musical retelling of "Cinderella" and must make a dash for the not-so fairy-tale ending when Toriyama runs out of pages! And Arale learns the joys of sticking toothpicks into octopus balls. A rampage of poking ensues, much to the dismay of Senbei, the local cow, and the moon.
Rating: T
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0631-9
Cat. Code: CTDS07
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Knights of the Zodiac (Saint Seiya), Vol. 15
SHONEN JUMP
Story by & Art by: Masami Kurumada
To save Princess Sienna and stop Solo, the Bronze Knights must defeat the guardians of the seven seas and destroy the seven pillars they defend. For Shun, this means facing Skylla, master of illusions. For Shiryû, it means taking on Krishna, the incarnation of Poseidon's son. The war for which the Bronze Knights have trained has finally arrived. But can even the bravest Knights challenge the gods and live?
Rating: T
7.95 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 184 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0656-4
Cat. Code: CTSSY15
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Rurouni Kenshin, Vol. 26
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Nobuhiro Watsuki
If there's one thing Sagara Sanosuke can't stand, it's hypocritical, loudmouthed braggarts who are all talk. Finding himself in the middle of a provincial squabble between an old man and the local yakuza, Sano returns to his old "fight merchant" ways and agrees to do some ad hoc butt kicking for pay. But the old man he's hired to tangle with might be his strongest foe to date.
Rating: T+
7.95 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0673-4
Cat. Code: CTKS26
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Shaman King, Vol. 9
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Hiroyuki Takei
Yoh and his friends race to the rescue of their one-time rival Tao Ren! Ren's dad has strict ideas about how a Tao should behave, and Ren's recent rebellion has earned him a stay in the family dungeons. The Tao stronghold is a strange and dangerous place, full of fear and monsters. Will friendship be enough to counter the bloody Way of the Tao?
Rating: T
7.95 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0676-9
Cat. Code: CTSHK09
Street Date: 5/2/2006
The Prince of Tennis, Vol. 13
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Takeshi Konomi
Seishun Academy is in the finals of the District Preliminaries, and the only thing standing in their way is mean, violent, and ill-tempered Jin Akutsu of Yamabuki Junior High! Ryoma desperately needs to toughen up mentally, as Jin has figured out a way to punish him with his powerful shots. Meanwhile, Seishun holds more intra-squad games, and this time someone loses his spot on the starting team…!
Rating: A
7.95 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 184 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0666-1
Cat. Code: CTPT13
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Whistle!, Vol. 11
SHONEN JUMP
Story & Art by: Daisuke Higuchi
It's the district finals and Josui's up against fierce competitor Hiba Middle School. Hiba's perfectly orchestrated teamwork, led by ace starter Tsubasahiki Shina, is taking its toll on Josui. Will Shô and team have to resort to desperate tactics to pull off a win? And as the game progresses, a surprising fact about Shô's past comes to light.
Rating: A
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0685-8
Cat. Code: CTW11
Street Date: 5/2/2006
D.Gray-man, Vol. 1
SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED
Story & Art by: Hoshino Katsura
A born exorcist, Walker's primary anti-akuma weapon is the cross that's embossed on his red, disfigured left hand, which contains Innocence. But not only does Walker destroy akuma, he can also see the akuma hiding inside a person's soul! Together with his fellow exorcists fighting under the command of the Black Order, Walker leads the battle against the Millennium Earl, the evil being out to destroy mankind.
Rating: T+
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0623-8
Cat. Code: CTDG01
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Death Note, Vol. 5
SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED
Story & Art by: Takeshi Obata
L is ready to keep Light under lock and key forever, especially since the killings stopped once Light was incarcerated. But a new wave of Kira crimes hits Japan. Someone else has gotten their hands on a Death Note, and these new deaths aren't focused on making the world a better place, they're focused on making the Yotsuba Group richer. Big business can be murder, and Kira has gone corporate!
Rating: T+
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 208 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0626-2
Cat. Code: CTDN05
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Hunter x Hunter, Vol. 8
SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED
Story & Art by Yoshihiro Togashi
Gon's going home to share his Hunter success with Aunt Mito, and he's bringing his new best friend Killua with him. But sleepy Whale Island has a surprise in store for Gon―a mysterious message from his father to "come and find me." The only clues Gon has to go on are a strange ring and a JoyStation memory card for the video game Greed Island.
Rating: T+
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 200 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0643-2
Cat. Code: CTHXH08
Street Date: 5/2/2006
I"s, Vol. 7
SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED
Story & Art by: Masakazu Katsura
Ichitaka, Iori and some of their classmates decide to have a sleepover at Nami's apartment. But what starts out as simple fun turns into trouble when Nami decides they'll all play a dare game. The dares rapidly escalate from playful to embarrassing, and Ichitaka is given a dare to French kiss Iori in front of the whole crowd! If he does do it, will he ever be able to look her in the face again?
Rating: T+
7.99 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 192 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0648-3
Cat. Code: CTI07
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Ultimate Muscle, Vol. 12
SHONEN JUMP ADVANCED
Story & Art by: Yudetamago
Say what you want about No Respect, the trio of reprobates released from an orbital prison to battle Kid Muscle, but the guys know how to put on a show. In addition to staging his battle with the Kid atop an enormous stone lion, the bitter and ruthless Lone Bone Cold has kidnapped Minch, that creepy little guy from Planet Muscle, and is holding him for ransom.
Rating: T+
7.95 USA, 10.99 CAN
b/w, 232 pages
ISBN: 1-4215-0680-7
Cat. Code: CTUM12
Street Date: 5/2/2006
MAGAZINES
SHONEN JUMP - June 2006, Vol. 4 #6
SHONEN JUMP
THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR MANGA! One of the world's biggest comics, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color information about toys, TCGs, CCGs, video games and anime, plus amazing manga stories! This issue contains a Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card.
Rating: T
4.99 USA, 7.99 CAN
b/w & color, 328 pages
UPC: 0-09281-01847-06
Cat. Code: MSJ0606
Street Date: 5/2/2006
Shojo Beat - July 2006, Vol. 2 #7
Shojo Beat
VIZ Media's monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat, offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike.
Rating: T+
5.99 USA, 7.99 CAN
b/w & color, 300 pages
UPC: 0-71468-01807-07
Cat. Code: MSB0706
Street Date: 6/20/2006
DVDs
Ranma 1/2 The Movie Boxset
Action
Created by: Rumiko Takahashi
Ranma 1/2 The Movie
oBig Trouble in Nekonron, China
Ranma 1/2 The Movie 2
oNihao My Concubine
The sex-changing antics of Ranma 1/2 were never more hilarious! Ranma 1/2 Movie Box Set contains both theatrical released films on 1 DVD. English/Japanese bilingual; w/optional subtitles.
Rating: T+
49.98 USA, 69.00 CAN
color, 134 min
ISBN: 1-4215-0699-8
UPC: 7-82009-23489-0
Cat. Code: DRMBS1
Street Date: 5/16/2006
Saikano OVA: Another Love Song
Editor's Choice
Created by: Shin Takahashi
Chise is a cute and delicate teenage girl who was transformed into the Ultimate Weapon, even though she wants nothing more than to be a normal girl in love. As the war escalates, we see more of the fearsome destruction inflicted by her on both enemy and friend alike, and we meet the coldhearted Commander Mizuki, an earlier, less powerful version of the weapon Chise has become.
Rating: T+
24.98 USA, 34.50 CAN
color, 60 min
ISBN: 1-4215-0232-1
UPC: 7-82009-23454-8
Cat. Code: DSKV01
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Naruto, Vol. 2
SHONEN JUMP
Tired of the same old menial tasks, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura ask for a mission with some real excitement. Amused by Naruto's hyperactive initiative, the Hokage gives them - along with their sensei, Kakashi―the simple task of escorting Tazuna, a bridge builder, to the Land of Waves. But these young ninja get more than they bargained for when they are attacked by ninja, including the infamous Zabuza Momochi!
Rating: T
19.98 USA, 27.50 CAN
color, 88 min
ISBN: 1-4215-0707-2
UPC: 7-82009-23497-5
Cat. Code: DNR02
Street Date: 5/30/2006
Pokemon Advanced Challenge, Vol. 9: Sky High Gym Battle!
Viz Kids/Family
Finally arriving in Fortree City, Ash get ready to take on Winona, the Fortee Gym Leader, and win a Feather Badge!
Rating: A
14.98 USA, 21.00 CAN
color, 132 min
ISBN: 1-4215-0424-3
UPC: 7-82009-23478-4
Cat. Code: DPMAC09
Street Date: 5/9/2006
Pokemon Advanced Challenge, Vol. 10: The Garden Of Eatin’
Viz Kids/Family
Story by , Art by
It's a Pikachu―Switcharoo when Meowth turns Ash's favorite Pokémon into a member of Team Rocket!
Rating: A
14.98 USA, 21.00 CAN
color, 132 min
ISBN: 1-4215-0425-1
UPC: 7-82009-23479-1
Cat. Code: DPMAC10
Street Date: 5/9/2006
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