{"title":"Mikumo Seto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikumo Seto\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts graphic novels that delve into complex characters and intriguing narratives, often exploring themes of morality and identity. Readers can expect richly illustrated stories that blend dramatic tension with emotional depth, creating an immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorks like \u003cem\u003eVillain Actor\u003c\/em\u003e showcase Seto’s talent for portraying nuanced protagonists entangled in dark, thought-provoking plots. This collection is ideal for those who appreciate graphic novels that challenge perceptions and offer compelling, character-driven storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"villain-actor-by-mikumo-seto-9781787742659","title":"Villain Actor","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of seinen and supernatural manga, this first volume sees Ayumu Mashiro transforming into Zero, the monstrous villain that once destroyed the world! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAyumu Mashiro has given up on his dream of being a hero and settled down into the mundane life of a police officer...until one day he transforms into the legendary villain known as Zero! Now a mysterious voice is guiding him as he's thrown into the battle between good and evil!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083061510380,"sku":"9781787742659","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13955633482824.jpg?v=1765280455"},{"product_id":"villain-actor-vol2-by-mikumo-seto-9781787749603","title":"Villain Actor Vol.2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a world where superheroes arrive from another realm to defend humanity, the line between protector and predator blurs. \u003cem\u003eVillain Actor Vol. 2\u003c\/em\u003e, from the acclaimed team behind Volume 1—writer Mikumo Seto and artist Kentaro Harada—dives deeper into this thrilling reversal of expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAyumu Mashiro, once resigned to life as an ordinary police officer, now wields the terrifying power of Zero, the most feared villain in history. A mysterious voice guides his every move as he uncovers the unsettling truth: the heroes aren’t who they seem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the explosive conclusion of Volume 1, Ayumu becomes Public Enemy No. 1, hunted relentlessly by the world’s vaunted heroes. Volume 2 picks up with Ayumu on the run—his reputation in ruins, powers beyond comprehension, and the fate of humanity hanging in the balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThink \u003cem\u003eThe Boys\u003c\/em\u003e ripped into a manga format: grounded, gritty, and unafraid to expose the shadows behind the capes. Remember, wielding the powers of a villain doesn’t mean you can’t be a hero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47456448938220,"sku":"9781787749603","price":25.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781787749603.jpg?v=1774862664"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mikumo-seto.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}