YASUKE: Dead Man Walking and YASUKE: Resurrection form an epic new duology from award-winning publisher Starchild Comics, written by #1 Amazon bestselling author Braxton A. Cosby (The Starcrossed Saga, The Cape). Inspired by real history and elevated by mythic fantasy, the series chronicles the rise, fall, and rebirth of Yasuke, history’s first African samurai as his journey spans the battlefields of 16th century Japan and the visually striking, supernatural realm known as Elsewhere in the sequel graphic novel. The Yasuke Duology arrives in stores nationwide February 2026.
THE YASUKE DUOLOGY begins its epic tale as a beautifully conceived and written prose novel, which chronicles the adventures of the future samurai, Majok, from the slave markets of India to feudal Japan. Enduring unimaginable hardship, Majok’s fate changes when he is brought before Oda Nobunaga, the most feared and powerful warlord of the 16th century. Through loyalty, strength, and unbreakable resolve, the former slave earns the respect of emperors and becomes the legendary samurai Yasuke. But when betrayal ignites a climactic confrontation, Yasuke must face his destiny, which closes the first chapter of the duology with a gripping tale of transformation, brotherhood, and the timeless truth that a man’s worth is measured not by his origins, but by his choices.
YASUKE: Dead Man Walking continues into YASUKE: Resurrection that transports the samurai into the fantastical world of Elsewhere. Within mysterious and otherworldly characters are introduced, like Tengu- a demon-like creature, and Yanira—a Vox warrior with a cursed wooden arm. Each character pursues their own vendetta against the tyrannical ruler of Elsewhere, Chiwa. If successful, YASUKE can achieve his heart’s greatest desire, which is to travel back in time and save his family from death. To do this, YASUKE will need to risk everything to obtain the BASAG- the Big Ass Sword and Gun. YASUKE and his unlikely band of heroes will traverse the nightmare realm and slay the horrors within.
YASUKE: Dead Man Walking erupts into YASUKE: Resurrection, thrusting the legendary samurai into the nightmarish realm of Elsewhere—a fantastical world ruled by chaos and tyranny. Along the way, YASUKE encounters unforgettable, otherworldly allies, including Tengu, a fearsome demon-like creature, and Yanira, a battle-hardened Vox warrior with a cursed wooden arm. Each is driven by a personal vendetta against Chiwa, the merciless ruler of Elsewhere.
For YASUKE, the reward is greater than vengeance. If he succeeds, he may gain the one thing he desires above all else, which is the chance to travel back in time and save his family from death. To achieve the impossible, Yasuke must risk everything to claim the BASAG—the Big Ass Sword and Gun. YASUKE and his unlikely band of heroes will battle through the nightmare realm, confronting unspeakable horrors and carving a path toward redemption, sacrifice, and destiny.
The YASUKE Duology is a sweeping saga that plunges boldly into the realms of history and mythology. The stunning visuals of Elizabeth Olamide immerse readers in the fantastical world of Elsewhere, while the masterful wordsmithing of Braxton Cosby delivers an engrossing narrative that lingers long after the final page. An award-winning writer, Cosby has earned distinguished honors including the CLC Seal of Approval for Fiction, Literary Classics Book of the Year Award, and the Liptick Top Choice Award. YASUKE continues proudly in this grand storytelling tradition. The YASUKE Duology must be experienced by all readers of drama, horror, history, and Elsewhere!
“Creating Yasuke has been an incredible journey of balancing historical authenticity with compelling fiction,” explains Braxton Cosby, “Diving deep into the research of this legendary African samurai while crafting narrative elements to bring his story to life was both challenging and rewarding. I’m thrilled to reintroduce Yasuke to the world and invite readers to discover his remarkable legacy. Every page represents countless hours of research, writing, and collaboration, and I truly hope readers feel that dedication and enjoy the journey as much as I did creating it. The graphic novel allowed me to expand the mythology with fantasy elements that add mystery and depth to his backstory. I hope fans feel the passion I poured into this project and enjoy this journey as much as I enjoyed creating it.“
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