Lone Wolf & Cub Returns: Deluxe Hardcover Editions Announced for Iconic Manga Series
Get ready, manga fans! One of the all-time classics, Lone Wolf & Cub, is making a triumphant return in a brand-new, deluxe edition from Dark Horse. If you love samurai stories, epic journeys, or just beautifully crafted comics, this is a re-release you won’t want to miss.
- Dark Horse announces deluxe hardcover reissues of Lone Wolf & Cub
- First volume arrives December 2025, second in March 2026
- Each book: 720 pages, oversized format, $54.99
- Original right-to-left reading, Japanese sound effects
- Major influence on pop culture, including The Mandalorian
Lone Wolf & Cub Returns in Deluxe Style
Publisher Dark Horse is giving Lone Wolf & Cub the royal treatment. Starting this year, the legendary manga by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima will get oversized hardcover editions. These new versions keep the original right-to-left reading format and feature authentic Japanese sound effects for that true manga experience.
Release Dates and Details
The first volume, Lone Wolf & Cub Deluxe Edition Vol. 1, lands in December 2025. It collects stories from the original Dark Horse paperbacks: volumes 1, 2, and parts of 3. Volume 2 follows in March 2026, picking up the tale with stories from volumes 3, 4, and 5. Each deluxe book is a massive 720 pages and measures 7 by 10 inches—much bigger than the previous 5×7-inch paperbacks.
Pricing and What’s Included
Each Deluxe Edition will cost $54.99. Dark Horse has been publishing different versions of Lone Wolf & Cub since 2000, including smaller paperbacks and more affordable omnibus editions. But these new hardcovers are shaping up to be the ultimate collector’s item for fans old and new.
Why Is Lone Wolf & Cub So Important?
Originally running from 1970 to 1976, Lone Wolf & Cub tells the story of Ōgami Ittō, a disgraced shogun’s executioner, and his young son Daigorō. Together, they travel as masterless samurai on a gripping quest for vengeance across feudal Japan. The manga’s unique mix of minimalist storytelling and stunning artwork has inspired countless creators and even influenced major works like Star Wars: The Mandalorian.
Beyond the Manga
Lone Wolf & Cub has also inspired several live-action film adaptations, sequels, and spin-off manga. Still, nothing beats the original series, and these Deluxe Editions look set to be the best versions yet.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering this iconic manga for the first time, keep your eyes peeled for the Lone Wolf & Cub Deluxe Editions—they’re a must-have for any serious manga collection!
