Soon to be a major anime series from the makers of Attack on Titan, this volume follows Askeladd's gambit to seize the Danish and English thrones by taking Prince Canute deep behind enemy lines. As King Sweyn abandons his son, the small band must survive the relentless Thorkell, leading to a clash that transforms a boy into a ruler. This 448-page illustrated edition features gripping storytelling and intense artwork from the acclaimed author of Planetes.

Published by Kodansha Comics, this paperback measures 5.91 x 1.65 x 8.31 inches and weighs 1.31 pounds, suitable for readers aged 16 and up.

• Publisher: Kodansha Comics
• Publication Date: April 29, 2014
• Edition: Illustrated
• Language: English
• Print Length: 448 pages
• ISBN-10: 1612624227
• ISBN-13: 978-1612624228
• Item Weight: 1.31 pounds
• Reading Age: 16 years and up
• Dimensions: 5.91 x 1.65 x 8.31 inches