The first volume of the Vagabond Definitive Edition, a highly anticipated premium manga release, is currently available on Amazon for just $31, a significant discount from its original $55 price. This stunning 728-page hardcover, published by Viz Media in January, compiles the initial three volumes of Takehiko Inoue`s acclaimed series, widely recognized as a masterpiece in its genre.
Volume 2 of the hardcover edition launched in April, and Volume 3 followed recently on July 15. Volume 2 is now discounted to $40 ($55), and Volume 3 is available for $48 ($55). Amazon is also accepting preorders for the next three installments, with new Definitive Editions expected to release every three months.
Vagabond Definitive Edition Manga Series (Hardcover)
Thanks to Amazon`s preorder price guarantee, customers are assured they will pay the lowest price offered between their order date and the book`s shipment date, with no charges incurred until the item ships.
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 1 — $31 ($55)
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 2 — $40 ($55)
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 3 — $48 ($55)
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 4 — $55 | October 21
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 5 — $55 | January 20, 2026
- Vagabond Definitive Edition Vol. 6 — $55 | April 21, 2026
These new oversized hardcover editions of Vagabond are produced on high-quality art paper, enhancing the visual impact of Inoue`s exquisite artwork. A notable feature is the textured finish on the covers, a premium detail also seen in other Deluxe Edition manga. To date, 37 individual volumes of Vagabond have been published, compiled into 13 books. The Definitive Edition project continues with Volume 4 releasing on October 21, 2025, followed by Volume 5 in January 2026, and Volume 6 in April 2026, maintaining a consistent three-month release schedule. While Volume 1 is the longest at 728 pages, volumes 2 through 5 are also substantial, ranging from 616 to 664 pages, with Volume 6 being 584 pages.
For those unfamiliar with the series, Vagabond chronicles the journey of Shinmen Takezou in 16th-century Japan. This manga offers a fictionalized portrayal of the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi, drawing inspiration from Eiji Yoshikawa`s novel Musashi. Across its extensive narrative, Vagabond delves into Musashi`s renowned battles and his personal quest for enlightenment, all depicted with breathtaking artwork.
Vagabond VIZBIG Paperback Editions
For readers new to Vagabond who prefer a more budget-friendly option than the $31-$55 hardcover editions, the previously released VIZBIG paperbacks are an excellent alternative. Most of these editions, each collecting three volumes, are available on Amazon for approximately $20. Currently, Volume 1 is part of a limited-time Amazon deal, bringing its price down to $19.15. Note that Volume 13 is an exception, containing only a single volume (Volume 37) and is no longer in print as a VIZBIG edition.
- Volume 1 — $19.15 ($25)
- Volume 2 — $20.31 ($25)
- Volume 3 — $20.34 ($25)
- Volume 4 — $21 ($25)
- Volume 5 — $20 ($25)
- Volume 6 — $22.73 ($25)
- Volume 7 — $16 ($25)
- Volume 8 — $19 ($25)
- Volume 9 — $17.59 ($25)
- Volume 10 — $17.51 ($25)
- Volume 11 — $17.75 ($25)
- Volume 12 — $20.72 ($25)
- Volume 13 — Sold out
Vagabond has been on an extended hiatus for the past decade, with creator Takehiko Inoue pausing the series to prioritize his health and explore other endeavors. During this time, Inoue has continued his inspiring basketball-themed series Real, which began in 1999 and focuses on wheelchair basketball. While there are no current plans for Inoue to resume Vagabond, the existing volumes remain highly recommended for their complex narrative and captivating artwork.
More Deluxe Edition Manga
Vagabond is among several beloved manga series that have recently received the `Deluxe Edition` treatment. Dark Horse Manga, for instance, has released impressive hardcover Deluxe Editions for titles such as Berserk, Trigun, Hellsing, and many more.
The expanding collection of Deluxe Editions from Dark Horse includes upcoming releases. Planetes Deluxe Edition Book 1, a science fiction epic by Makoto Yukimura (creator of Vinland Saga), is set to launch on July 29 for $50. Kodansha Comics also continues its Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition series, with Book 8 expected in September.
Additionally, Amazon has initiated preorders for Volumes 1 and 2 of Dark Horse`s Lone Wolf and Cub Deluxe Edition, a renowned samurai manga by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima. Below is a compilation of other Deluxe Edition manga currently available for purchase or preorder, many featuring significant discounts. For example, the Trigun Deluxe Edition and Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition Book 1 are both over 50% off. Horror enthusiasts might be interested in the stunning Deluxe Edition of Lovecraft`s At the Mountains of Madness manga adaptation, a 626-page hardcover priced at $26.65 (originally $50). While other Lovecraft manga adaptations exist, most are only available in paperback.
Trigun Deluxe Editions
- Trigun Deluxe Edition — $23.60 ($50)
- Trigun Maximum Deluxe Edition: Volume 1 — $30.72 ($50)
- Trigun Maximum Deluxe Edition: Volume 2 — $36.27 ($50)
- Trigun Maximum Deluxe Edition: Volume 3 — $38 ($50)
- Trigun Maximum Deluxe Edition: Volume 4 — $28 ($50)
- Trigun Maximum Deluxe Edition: Volume 5 — $38 ($50)
Berserk Deluxe Editions
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 1 — $32.84 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 2 — $40 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 3 — $40 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 4 — $31.70 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 5 — $27.37 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 6 — $24.75 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 7 — $31.21 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 8 — $33 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 9 — $44 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 10 — $40.70 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 11 — $29.76 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 12 — $42.27 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 13 — $37.32 ($50)
- Berserk Deluxe Vol. 14 — $34.62 ($50)
Vinland Saga Deluxe Editions
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 1 — $27.44 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 2 — $32.48 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 3 — $41.16 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 4 — $31.55 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 5 — $46.44 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 6 — $32.16 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 7 — $33.14 ($55)
- Vinland Saga Deluxe Edition: Book 8 — $55 | September 2
Hellsing Deluxe Editions
- Hellsing Deluxe Edition: Volume 1 — $40 ($50)
- Hellsing Deluxe Edition: Volume 2 — $30.40 ($50)
- Hellsing Deluxe Edition: Volume 3 — $31.49 ($50)
Planetes Deluxe Editions
- Planetes Deluxe Edition: Book 1 — $50 | July 29
- Planetes Deluxe Edition: Book 2 — $50 | December 2
Lone Wolf and Cub Deluxe Editions
- Lone Wolf and Cub Deluxe Edition: Volume 1 — $55 | December 9
- Lone Wolf and Cub Deluxe Edition: Volume 2 — $55 | March 24, 2026
