1 / 5Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising Collector’s Edition, 192 pages
Frank Miller’s Ronin Rising Collector’s Edition continues the story of Ronin in a post-apocalyptic New York. This 192-page English-language edition includes a foreword, concept designs, previously unseen layouts and six variant covers, making it aimed at readers who value the book’s artwork and extra material as well as the story.
At a glance
- Continues the Ronin story, set in a post-apocalyptic version of twenty-first-century New York.
- Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques provide pencils and inks for chapters 1, 2, 3 and 5. Frank Miller draws chapters 4 and 6.
- Collector’s edition extras include a new Frank Miller cover, a Jim Lee foreword, Miller layouts for issues 2 to 5, Philip Tan concept designs and six full-page wraparound variant covers.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The listed extras give collectors artwork and production material beyond the main story.
- The edition credits multiple artists, with Frank Miller drawing two chapters.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Abrams ComicArts |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 7 Nov. 2024 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 192 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1419776614 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1419776618 |
| Weight listed | 1.52 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 26.8 x 1.91 x 34.54 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers continuing from Frank Miller’s original Ronin story.
- Collectors interested in variant covers, layouts and concept designs.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a standalone story without prior Ronin context.
- Buyers prioritising a compact or lightweight book. Its listed dimensions and weight make it a large-format, substantial volume.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback praises the artwork, while reactions to the story are mixed, with some finding it interesting and others considering it subpar. That distinction matters for a graphic novel whose edition highlights include extensive visual extras. Aggregate ratings lean positive overall but include a notable middle-rating share, so they do not indicate that every reader liked the story.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the artwork.
Mixed feedback
- Customer reactions to the story vary, from finding it interesting to considering it subpar.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the original Ronin story?
No. The listing describes Ronin Rising as a continuation of Frank Miller’s earlier Ronin story.
What extras are listed in this collector’s edition?
The listing names a new Frank Miller cover, a foreword by Jim Lee, Miller layouts for issues 2 to 5, Philip Tan concept designs and six full-page wraparound variant covers.
Who worked on the artwork?
Philip Tan and Daniel Henriques provide pencils and inks for chapters 1, 2, 3 and 5. Frank Miller draws chapters 4 and 6.
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