The Best Media Tie-ins Comic Books & Graphic Novels 2025

1. Naruto: Naruto: Innocent Heart, Demonic Blood (Novel) (Edition 1) (Paperback)

Naruto, a born troublemaker, has the worst grades of anyone at Ninja Academy. But he has big dreams and swears that someday he'll be a respected warrior and the leader of his village! After barely graduating from the academy, Naruto officially becomes a full-fledged ninja and starts accepting assignments. He's thrilled about embarking on his first big job, a bodyguard mission, but his enthusiasm soon turns to panic when his group is ambushed by the powerful, vicious Demon Brothers. Can Naruto triumph over these fearsome foes?

Naruto: Naruto: Innocent Heart, Demonic Blood (Novel) (Paperback)

2. Bleach: Bleach, Vol. 16 (Series #16) (Paperback)

Part-time student, full-time Soul Reaper, Ichigo is one of the chosen few guardians of the afterlife. Ichigo Kurosaki never asked for the ability to see ghosts--he was born with the gift. When his family is attacked by a Hollow--a malevolent lost soul--Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper, dedicating his life to protecting the innocent and helping the tortured spirits themselves find peace. Find out why Tite Kubo's Bleach has become an international manga smash-hit! The scheduled execution of former Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki has been moved up and is now just hours away. Meanwhile, the Soul Society is in chaos, with Soul Reapers drawing swords against one other. Something is rotting at the core of the Soul Society, but who, or what, could be behind it?

Part-time student, full-time Soul Reaper, Ichigo is one of the chosen few guardians of the afterlife. Ichigo Kurosaki never asked for the ability to see ghosts—he was born with the gift. When his family is attacked by a Hollow—a malevolent lost soul—Ichigo becomes a Soul Reaper, dedicating his life to protecting the innocent and helping the tortured spirits themselves find peace. Find out why Tite Kubo’s Bleach has become an international manga smash-hit! The scheduled execution of former Soul Reaper Rukia Kuchiki has been moved up and is now just hours away. Meanwhile, the Soul Society is in chaos, with Soul Reapers drawing swords against one other. Something is rotting at the core of the Soul Society, but who, or what, could be behind it?

3. Kekkaishi: Kekkaishi, Vol. 1 (Series #1) (Paperback)

Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Kekkaishi with Volume 1 of this captivating manga series. Brace yourself for an epic adventure filled with supernatural battles, ancient secrets, and a dash of teenage drama. In this enthralling story, written and illustrated by Yellow Tanabe, we follow the journey of Yoshimori Sumimura, a young Kekkaishi who possesses the power to create barriers to protect his hometown from malevolent spirits known as Ayakashi. Together with his spirited childhood friend, Tokine Yukimura, they form an unstoppable team, determined to uphold their family's legacy and maintain the delicate balance between the human and spirit realms. As Yoshimori and Tokine delve deeper into their dangerous duty, they uncover an ancient feud between two powerful clans, the Sumimura and the Yukimura, both tasked with protecting their respective lands. With each encounter, they face formidable Ayakashi, testing their skills, courage, and unwavering resolve. Yellow Tanabe's masterful storytelling and stunning artwork bring this supernatural world to life, captivating readers of all ages. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself drawn into a captivating narrative that seamlessly blends action, mystery, and a touch of humor. Whether you're a seasoned manga enthusiast or new to the genre, Kekkaishi Vol 1 is a must-have addition to your collection. Lose yourself in the intricate plot, get to know the endearing characters, and experience the thrill of the Kekkaishi's battles against the forces of darkness. Don't miss out on this exhilarating manga series that has captured the hearts of readers worldwide. Grab your copy of Kekkaishi Vol 1 today and embark on a mesmerizing journey that will leave you craving for more.

Students by day, demon hunters by night! By night, teenager Yoshimori Sumimura is a "kekkaishi"--a demon-hunter who specializes in creating magical barriers around his prey. By day, Yoshimori's got other demons to battle: an addiction to sweets and a seriously crotchety grandfather! Yoshimori's pretty neighbor and childhood friend, Tokine Yukimura, is also a kekkaishi, but their families are feuding over who is the true practitioner of the art. Yoshimori couldn't care less about catching demons...until he realizes that his apathetic attitude is taking a toll on his friendship with Tokine. Just as he decides to take matters into his own hands, a couple of amphibious demons and the pesky ghost of a pastry-chef show up to complicate matters!

4. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Vol. 7 (Series #7) (Edition 2) (Paperback)

An epic fantasy tale written and illustrated by the legendary director Hayao Miyazaki! In a long-ago war, humankind set off a devastating ecological disaster. Thriving indistrial societies disappeared. The earth is slowly submerging beneath the expanding Sea of Corruption, an enormous toxic forest that creates mutant insects and releases a miasma of poisonous spores into the air.At the periphery of the sea, tiny kingdoms are scattered on tiny parcels of land. Here lies the Valley of the Wind, a kingdom of barely 500 citizens; a nation given fragile protection from the decaying sea's poisons by the ocean breezes; and home to Nausicaä. Now, Princess Nausicaä and the God Warrior, a biotechnological abomination of the war known as the Seven Days of Fire, embark on a journey to the Crypt of Shuwa to seal away the terrible weaponry hidden within. But everyone seems to be conspiring to prevent Nausicaä from carrying out her mission, even the guardian of the crypt himself!

An epic fantasy tale written and illustrated by the legendary director Hayao Miyazaki! In a long-ago war, humankind set off a devastating ecological disaster. Thriving indistrial societies disappeared. The earth is slowly submerging beneath the expanding Sea of Corruption, an enormous toxic forest that creates mutant insects and releases a miasma of poisonous spores into the air.At the periphery of the sea, tiny kingdoms are scattered on tiny parcels of land. Here lies the Valley of the Wind, a kingdom of barely 500 citizens; a nation given fragile protection from the decaying sea's poisons by the ocean breezes; and home to Nausicaä. Now, Princess Nausicaä and the God Warrior, a biotechnological abomination of the war known as the Seven Days of Fire, embark on a journey to the Crypt of Shuwa to seal away the terrible weaponry hidden within. But everyone seems to be conspiring to prevent Nausicaä from carrying out her mission, even the guardian of the crypt himself!

5. Banana Fish Banana Fish, Vol. 8, Book 8, (Paperback)

Nature made Ash beautiful; Nurture made him a killer! VICE CITY: NEW YORK IN THE 80s... Nature made Ash Lynx beautiful; nurture made him a cold ruthless killer. A runaway brought up as the adopted heir and sex toy of \"Papa\" Dino Golzine, Ash, now at the rebellious age of seventeen, forsakes the kingdom held out by the devil who raised him. But the hideous secret that drove Ash's older brother mad in Vietnam has suddenly fallen into Papa's insatiably ambitious hands--and it's exactly the wrong time for Eiji Okamura, a pure-hearted young photographer from Japan, to make Ash Lynx's acquaintance... Epic in scope, and one of the best-selling shojo titles of all time in Japan, Akimi Yoshida put an electric shock into the genre and gained a huge crossover audience through Banana Fish's stripped-down, non-stop style. Ash squares off with Arthur in a final showdown, but can Arthur be trusted to stick to the rules that he has set up? This showdown has Ash and Arthur surf a sea of blood through the bowels of the New York subway system.

Banana Fish Banana Fish, Vol. 8, Book 8, (Paperback) Author: Viz Media ISBN: 9781591164203 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2005-06-07 Page Count: 200