Real, Vol. 17

Eisner-award nominated creator Takehiko Inoue creates a dramatic tale of triumph over adversity. This is the story of three young men whose lives are profoundly changed by their involvement with wheelchair basketball.Critically acclaimed, award-winning manga artist Takehiko Inoue doesn’t pull any punches in this stunning portrayal of people struggling with serious life issues. Masterfully combining rich character development with beautifully detailed line art, Inoue, the creator of the mega-hit masterpieces Slam Dunk and Vagabond, lifts the manga medium to a completely new level of storytelling.Kiyoharu Togawa has been honing his three-point shot to evolve his game. Tomomi Nomiya is participating in tryouts once again. Hisanobu Takahashi has embraced wheelchair basketball. Despite the trials and tribulations of their lives, all three men have locked in and found a path forward.