This is a limited series based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a korean naval commander who saved his people from japanese invasion forces. Apr 05, 20 it is honestly rare that youll find a historically based comic on anything from korea. First of all, this book got me interested in the history of joseon dynasty of korea and the famous admiral who fought against samurais and protected his country during the time of imjin war, yi soon shin. Yi soon shin heads into the next chapter that tells the story of a korean naval admiral who lead his country to victory during an invasion by the superior japanese forces. This limited series is based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a korean naval commander who saved his people from japanese invasion forces during the imjin war 15921598. Joining the chicago contingent just before the thanksgiving festivities, is comic book author, onrie kompan. It was a welcomed return to the series which has maintained its core, but moved on to focus on another battle in yi soon shins history. Yi soon shin warrior and defender 2009 onrie comic books. It can also be downloaded digitally on your ipad or android device via the graphic. Nov 25, 2009 yi was known for strict military discipline, and he was the most respected and feared general not only for japanese soldiers, but also for korean soldiers. Shirts will be shipped out separately from the books. Yi soon shin warrior, defender, avenger, and comicbook wonder. Warrior and defender, i was definitely looking forward to the brand new story arc in this the second volume of the trilogy. Movie posters, film poster, comic book, illustrations, comic books, comic, film posters.
He successfully fended off an entire invasion from the japanese samurai despite being outnumbered 10 to 1. May 21, 2014 this collected hardcover features the first four complete chapters of the yi soon shin trilogy along with interviews from the international creative team, a behind the scenes making of the series. Warrior and defender, volume 1 of the yi soon shin series, then you might remember i hailed it as a masterpiece of historical graphic fiction, an achievement made all the more impressive due to the fact that it is a 100% fully independent, selfpublished work. Yi s life has been depicted in two motion pictures, both entitled seongung yi sunsin the saintly hero yi sunsin. To say the least, he was a very complex character who fought in a very complex war. Its reminiscent of the scene from predator where they find the downed helicopter. Today, papa kenn gives his thoughts on yi soon shin. The artwork is fantastic, and the story draws you in and makes you feel for the characters without.
Onrie had the opportunity to meet with stan, show him his books, and get one of the best endorsements any comic. Having just finished the first volume of yi soon shin. Again, i was intrigued not just because it dealt with yi soon shin but because there was a certain level of quality immediately evident just from picking up the book and flipping through its pages. Yi was known for strict military discipline, and he was the most respected and feared general not only for japanese soldiers, but also for korean soldiers. The first is a 1962 black and white movie, and the second, based upon his war diaries, was made in color in 1971. Now, as his fleet speeds into the fray there is no time left, and yi soon shin has fallen into their death trap.
With a second volume of a planned trilogy on the way from writer onrie kompan and artist giovanni timpano, the recentlyreleased hardcover edition of yi soon shin. This is a limited series based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a korean naval commander who saved his people from japanese invasion forces during the imjin war 15921598. Bad posted on may 25, 2017 by jonathan dresner 0 comment at planet comicon in kansas city last month, i came across a gentleman selling a comic book series based on the hideyoshi invasions of korea, known in korea as. An ingenious and remarkable 17th century naval warrior who saved korea from japanese invasions, yi sunshin is still revered and respected by koreans today as their nations hero. So, view our 2,000 comics or other yi soon shin comics. Yi sunshin yi soonshin, famed naval admiral in the imjin war in the joseon dynasty, a part of korean military history. Yi became an exemplar of conduct for both the koreans and japanese.
Warrior and defender 2010 official trailer youtube. Warrior and defender is available through and can be ordered by your local retailer. Admiral yi soon shin, a legend in korea, finally gets his us comics debut with onrie kompans yi soon shin. In 20, yi soon shin series sold over 11,000 copies. For much of history, with respect to comic books and graphic novels, heroes have. Warrior and defender, a graphic novel created by onrie kompan and based upon the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a legendary korean naval. Much like the nazis during the world war ii, the japanese were known for having little remorse for the innocent civilians of korea. For much of history, with respect to comic books and graphic novels, heroes have been one of two i met onrie kompan at new york comic con in 2017. Warrior and defender is a beautifullyrendered hardbound graphic novel is a truly terrific retelling of one of historical koreas most celebrated heroes. Outnumbered 10 to 1, legendary korean admiral yi soon shin stands against a japanese army of samurai and ninja in a violent orgy of blood and heroics. May 05, 20 i remember reading the original yisoonshin. Each coin comes with a limited edition copy, signed and numbered by onrie kompan, of the very first issue of the series, yi soon shin. Baron seo, as he lines up his arrow at the next helpless prisoner of war, during target practice for the real prize. Warrior and defender comic online free and high quality.
Violence, sexual situations, language all that good stuff that makes a story, well, real. My comic is based on the true story of a korean warrior of real and epic proportions. It is the story of a man who, by sheer necessity, has taken it upon himself to rise to the challenge of leading his nation through adversity and chaos. Yi soon shin warrior and defender 2012 books graphic.
Giovanni paolo timpano this is a limited series based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a. An exclusive yi soon shin tshirt plus printed and signed copies of yi soon shin. Admiral yi soon shin, koreas greatest hero, leads his nation to an amazing series of naval victories against a japanese invasion in 1592. Warrior and defender, which was a beautifullyrendered hardbound compilation of the fourissue limited series comicbook that related a historical accounting of one of koreas most celebrated heroes, admiral yi soon shin, who defended his country from a japanese invasion in the year 1592. The japanese forces, led by gurijima michiyuki and todo tokotora are determined to seek revenge at close range for the defeat at the battle of okpop. An american comic book writer that graduated from columbia college.
Welcome to the official yi soon shin comic series facebook page. In fallen avenger, 5 years have passed since admiral yi defeated wakizaka yasuharu at the battle of hansando. But at this years wizard world chicago i met a writer named onrie kompan promoting a book called yi soon shin. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic vine users. The yi soon shin trilogy continues with this brand new arc that picks up right after the shocking conclusion of yi soon shin. This comic follows the reallife story of yi soon shin, the famed korean naval commander whose leadership effectively led to korea repelling an invasion of japanese. How yi soon shin got stan lee to be so forward with him. I love reading comic books and i also collect them only the ones i like. This lead to stan lee authoring the forward for the graphic novel and giving the. Marvel titles including defenders, shehulk and captain america. A sundance super special kevin smiths dynamite, 2016. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. At the end of the opening chapter of this story about a korean naval commander is some gruesome imagery.
This comic first appeared in stores a few years before the recent movie the admiral. The story of yi soon shin is the story of a man who has had the burden of greatness thrust upon him, whether he likes it or not. Warrior and defender interview with onrie kompanthe author. Despite the fact that he had no prior naval training, admiral yi was never defeated at sea nor.
It was a welcomed return to the series which has maintained its core, but moved on. This comic book quickly sold out at fourteen conventions in usa and canada. Aug 03, 2010 i am recommending yi soon shin, warrior and defender, by onrie kompan. Jun 01, 2012 and im definitely keeping this book, yi soon shin. Warrior and defender with a certain amount of trepidation. This collected hardcover features the first four complete chapters of the yi soon shin trilogy along with interviews from the international creative team, a. Back in 20 onrie kompan produced the graphic novel yi soon shin. Yi soon shin warrior, defender, avenger, and comicbook. Yi soon shin the comic is a terrific example of comic book storytelling.
The warrior and defender hardcover features a moving foreword by comics kingpin stan lee. Yi soon shin warrior and defender 2012 english cbr 179 pages 906. April 28, 1545 december 16, 1598 was a korean admiral and military general famed for his victories against the japanese navy during the imjin war in the joseon dynasty. Would the art stand up to what ive come to expect from the comicbook industry. Aug 22, 2010 the story of yi soon shin is the story of a man who has had the burden of greatness thrust upon him, whether he likes it or not. Witness the most brutal counterstrike in all history reimagined in this next epic chapter of yi soon shin. Warrior and defender is a new graphic novel series based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a korean naval. Onrie is a graduate of columbia college chicago, a native to the area, and his first comic book series, yi soon shin. Roaring currents exploded onto the scene, breaking korean box office records and introducing yi soon shin to international audiences.
Fallen avenger graphic novels signed by series creator onrie kompan. Warrior and defender adds a new layer of antagonism in the form of a vicious new antagonist. It is honestly rare that youll find a historically based comic on anything from korea. Over the next two years three additional comic books in the first story arc were released, and subsequently republished in a hardcover graphic novel of the same name on 6112. Sep 01, 2015 but at this years wizard world chicago i met a writer named onrie kompan promoting a book called yi soon shin. Over the next two years three additional comic books in. I am recommending yi soon shin, warrior and defender, by onrie kompan. Much like the nazis during world war ii, the japanese were known for having little remorse for the innocent civilians of korea. Onrie kompan is the writer and creator of yi soon shin, a limited series. The battle of sacheon ensues as admiral yi soon shin unleashes his most powerful weapon against the samurai invaders of japan. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Warrior and defender, which collects four different issues, begins with toyotomi hideyoshi s invasion of korea and ends just as the latters navy, led by yi soon shin, begins to gain the upper hand after what appeared to be near certain victory for the japanese this is known history so its not a spoiler.
Beware, you are proposing to add brand new pages to the wiki along with your edits. Apr 21, 2014 today, papa kenn gives his thoughts on yi soon shin. These days, comics entertain more than educate me, but there is at least one recent notable exception that does both yi soon shin. May 03, 2015 onrie kompan writes for bleeding cool. This is a limited series based on the true story of admiral yi soon shin, a korean naval commander who saved his people from japanese invasion forces during. There were many independent and upcoming comic creators present at planet. Warrior and defender favorites published by onrie kompan productions. Koreans have very few cultural heroes everyone can agree upon, and yi soon shin is one of the exceedingly rare people who qualify.
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