Here's a treat for Naruto fans.  VIZ Media has just announced that the Naruto Shadow Box Limited Collector Set is now available for grabs.  Described as the ideal gift for the ultimate Naruto fan, this comprehensive compilation contains 27 volumes of the animated series' first story arc, plus a number of exciting goodies just in time for the holiday season.

Cased in a special wooden display box with each of the 27 volumes individually numbered and emblazoned with the Naruto logo, the much-awaited set also contains a special mini-manga of the “proto-chapter” of the first Naruto story ever published as well as a sneak peek of Volume 28, an exclusive two-sided color poster, collectible graphic novel cover stickers and a Naruto trading card.

According to Liza Coppola, Sr. Vice President, Marketing, VIZ Media, the Naruto Shadow Box Limited Collector Set is considered as the “most elaborate and comprehensive single manga box set ever published in North America.”

“The massive popularity of the manga shows no signs of slowing and this is the ultimate collection for any serious fan.  The set is an ideal way to display the entire run of Naruto and we've also included a host of extras that make this a real must-have this holiday season.  We expect it to be a feature on many die-hard fans' wish lists this year,” Coppola said in a statement.

Here's a rundown of what's inside the Naruto Manga Shadow Box Set Limited Collector Set:

• All 27 volumes of manga featuring the first Naruto story arc

• Quality wooden display box

• Self-merchandising outer shipper

• Includes attractive premium items

• Mini-manga of the “proto chapter,” the first Naruto story ever published

• Exclusive two-sided color poster

• Collectible graphic novel cover stickers

• Naruto Trading Card Game card, exclusive to VIZ Media

Naruto Manga Shadow Box Set Limited Collector Set is available at selected book retailers and through VIZ Media's online store.  But avid fans better hurry because a limited run of 5,000 units have only been produced.


-Kris De Leon, BuddyTV Staff Columnist
Source: VIZ Media
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