The Usagi Yojimbo Saga — Volume Two (featuring “Grasscutter”)

Revisit 17th century Japan with us and see what everyone’s favorite rabbit ronin gets up to next! The second Dark Horse omnibus includes “Grasscutter,” an Eisner-award winning storyline in which writer-artist Stan Sakai seamlessly blends traditional mythology, meticulously researched history, and his own brand of adventure and whimsy. Miyamoto Usagi stumbles upon the legendary sword Grasscutter, a national treasure and symbol of imperial power, and is drawn into a conspiracy that could change the balance of power in Japan. He also re-encounters some old friends, makes some new ones, and faces his opposite number: the demon spearsman Jei. And don’t miss what Justin promises is his last-ever rant about flat coloring vs. gradients!

Discussed in this episode: Usagi Yojimbo (vol. 3) #7-30, plus Usagi Yojimbo Color Special: Green Persimmon #1

Bonus episodes and more at patreon.com/ironageofcomics