{"title":"Books by Ryo Yoshigami","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781787744363","title":"Dopeman Vol.1","description":"\u003cb\u003eStep into another alternate reality, Japan transformed by drugs and the supernatural, crafted by Ryo Yoshigami.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ci\u003ePsycho-Pass \u003c\/i\u003ewriter leads readers on a journey with the D-Unit as they battle enemies with destructive powers. Like the ‘Dopemen’, readers find themselves addicted to the novel.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDangers lurk at every turn in \u003ci\u003eDopeman Volume 1. \u003c\/i\u003eRyo Yoshigami eradicates the metropolitan Japan that we know, as it has now become a warzone for the authorities and a new enemy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe legalization of narcotics unleashed a wave of supernatural powers among drug addicts. To battle the new enemies, the D-Unit is formed comprising of detectives, who alongside the reader, are plunged into a superhuman doping conflict.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gripping story unfolds in a dark dystopia reminiscent of the hit anime \u003ci\u003ePsycho-Pass, \u003c\/i\u003ewhich Yoshigami also had a hand in creating as a screenwriter of the third season and author of the franchise’s short novels. Now, fans have the chance to delve even deeper into his immersive worlds, exploring moral dilemmas and complex characters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders will quickly find themselves captivated by the conflict they are immediately thrown into, but perhaps also be morally torn. While it may be ‘right’ to side with the D-Unit, who are attempting to restore law and order, the powerful and cunning Dopemen have a swagger about them as they wreak havoc across Japan. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile narcotics have bestowed fascinating and destructive powers, it will be adrenaline coursing through the reader’s veins as they are consumed by the mayhem wrought in \u003ci\u003eDopeman\u003c\/i\u003e. Against the backdrop of a Japan corrupted by drugs, the stage is set for epic confrontations and devastating battles.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54926186873205,"sku":"9781787744363","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781787744363_f9901d1b-6aba-4154-bc60-6fb29c974be3.jpg?v=1786025958"},{"product_id":"9781787744370","title":"Dopeman Vol.2","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe doping war escalates… The Dopemen grow stronger, and their devastating powers leave a trail of destruction in their wake.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRyo Yoshigami throws the reader amidst the chaos, alongside the D-Unit who must take extreme measures to contain the threat.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDopeman Volume 2 \u003c\/i\u003eis darker and more destructive than the first, as the Dopemen grow stronger. The D-Unit’s battles intensify, as resources are stretched thin against relentless enemies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the plot thickens, readers are thrust deeper into the morally ambiguous struggle, reminiscent of the Ryo Yoshigami’s hit anime \u003ci\u003ePsycho-Pass.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe dark alternate reality continues being explored in this second volume, as Japan has now become completely unrecognizable. Against the backdrop of this chaotic modern world, the conflict between the authorities and the Dopemen reaches new heights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn action-packed and thrilling narrative, combined with stunning artwork by Yuhei Ogino, has created an adrenaline-pumping sequel. The gripping story to the reader will be what drugs are to the formidable Dopemen, with thoughts of the third and final volume lingering in their heads until its release…","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55205864210805,"sku":"9781787744370","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781787744370.jpg?v=1786025959"},{"product_id":"9781787744387","title":"Dopeman Vol.3","description":"\u003cb\u003eExperience the thrilling finale of this dystopian seinen manga, where intense action collides with dark powers as the D-Unit faces off against super-powered villains in an epic showdown.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDopeman Volume 3\u003c\/i\u003e delivers an explosive finale to the gritty, action-packed trilogy. In a dystopian Japan where the legalization of all drugs has unleashed a wave of chaos, the D-Unit—our team of battle-hardened heroes—prepares for their ultimate showdown against the Dopemen, super-powered villains whose abilities are fueled by drug abuse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the stakes reach their peak, the D-Unit arms themselves to the teeth, ready to face off against an array of monstrous foes. Among them are a machine-gun-wielding duo, a colossal four-armed brute, and a terrifying masked figure wielding a deadly sword. The tension escalates as these villains wreak havoc across the city, leading to intense battles in dark car parks, high-speed car chases, and even dramatic takedowns of aircraft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume is a must-read for fans of Ryo Yoshigami’s dark dystopias, such as \u003ci\u003ePsycho-Pass,\u003c\/i\u003e and those who crave intense, no-holds-barred action. Yuhei Ogino’s stunning artwork brings these epic confrontations to life, capturing the raw energy and devastation of each fight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eDopeman Volume 3\u003c\/i\u003e is not just the end of a series; it's a culmination of dark powers, ultimate weapons, and thrilling confrontations that will leave readers breathless. As the D-Unit battles to reclaim their city, Yoshigami and Ogino deliver a heart-pounding conclusion that fans of seinen manga won’t want to miss.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56305777213813,"sku":"9781787744387","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781787744387_ac208f23-4382-4864-ae74-f1e0cd40ae51.jpg?v=1786025961"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-ryo-yoshigami.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}