Jishin (Confidence): 14 year-old ninja princess Shianndrea Toshigawa and her strike team have a new mission: spy on their rivals, the Azumi Ninja Clan, and discover what secret dealings they have with the evil Emperor of Japan. But when the plan goes awry and fellow ninja Hamasuke is captured, can Shianndrea overcome her lack of confidence and save him before it's too late? Available with a regular cover by Martheus Wade and a limited cover by Tressa Bowling.
The end result is a decent read. It is not going to compete with some of the heavy hitters in the medium, in either concept or characterization, but it is not trying to either. It seems as though the creative team is just trying to tell a fun story, and they have mostly succeeded. This story might be one that parents might want to invest in for their kids. The story would be fun enough for parent and child alike, achieving that uncommon bridge between generations. Read Full Review
If you're looking for a story that you can just enjoy and not have to think about then check out this issue. It's a gateway to a time when comics where simpler and laid everything on the table for the readers to see. Read Full Review
Shinobi: Ninja Princess #1 isn't yet worth the time. The writing need work, the story and characters are underdeveloped, and the artwork isn't enough to carry the burden. Honestly, if you want to read a comic about teenage ninjas, I'm sure there's something out there you can find (even easier if you happen to like turtles). Read Full Review
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