Guin Saga

Guin Saga is the title of a famous Japanese fantasy novel series by author Kaoru Kurimoto. In continuous publication since 1979, a record 100 volumes are planned, and as of 2005, 87 have been published so far.

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Japan - Fantasy - Novel - Author - Kaoru Kurimoto - 1979 - 2005

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American publisher Vertical has released the first four volumes, translated into English.

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Vertical - English

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The story concerns a mysterious, leopard-headed warrior named Guin, whose epic quest to recover his lost memory and identity spans multiple continents.

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Leopard - Warrior - Continents

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Noted Japanese artist Yoshitaka Amano has created many pieces of original art for the series, including covers and interior illustrations.

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Berserk creator Kentaro Miura has stated that Guin Saga was a large influence on his work.

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Berserk - Kentaro Miura

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