
Praise for the book:
Arre (The Mythology Class) redefines superhero tropes in this explosive tale of mystical antiheroes who protect the gritty streets of Manila. […] Arre’s dynamic use of motion lines and detailed, frenetic black-and-white art creates tension and keeps the pace up, while the ricochet of English and Tagalog dialogue and wall-to-wall panel saturation immerses readers into the noirish Manila street scenes…
Arre, one of the Philippines’ master cartoonists, weaves his magic yet again.
Publishers Weekly
THE WORLD OF ANDONG AGIMAT
The Mystery of the Talisman
🌐 International Edition
A new brand of superhero from the rich lore of Philippine myth!
In this spellbinding action-adventure from Arnold Arre—the great master of the graphic novel, the age-old divide between good and evil widens. Catch a glimpse of a Manila privy to only a few of the supernatural and magically inclined, while following a superhero born and raised by its streets in The World of Andong Agimat.
In a world yearning for stability, a renegade force arrives, spreading chaos amidst the populace in the form of a gruesome plague. This is when the world needs Andong Agimat—an ex-gang leader turned vigilante with superpowers bestowed unto him by his mysterious amulet. He cooperates with the police and helps them keep Manila’s underground, steeped-in magic and the supernatural, in check, but the people of Manila live in growing fear as acts of terrorism are committed by a cult growing within the city.
Follow Andong as he uncovers this violent cult’s scheme, which threatens the very balance of the world. He trudges through the underbelly of Manila, teaming up with old friends, and even old rivals, to put an end to this cult’s evil plans. Can Andong Agimat and his talisman’s secret powers repel the forces of chaos?
Written and Illustrated by Arnold Arre (©2006)
This edition first published on March 28, 2023 | Tuttle Publishing
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GRAPHIC NOVEL LIBRARY
From coming-of-age journeys to fantastical realms, Arnold Arre’s graphic novels explore where everyday life meets the mythical -- all rooted in Filipino culture and identity.
International Editions (Tuttle Publishing)
Philippine Editions (Nautilus Comics)
Philippine Editions (Nautilus Comics)
CONTACT
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INTERNATIONAL EDITIONS
1. Tuttle Publishing (via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc)
2. Fully Booked (physical and online stores)
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PHILIPPINE EDITIONS
1. Chambershell Publishing
2. Komiket's Secret HQ
3. Comic Odyssey
4. Filbar's (selected branches)
5. Pumplepie Books & Happiness
6. Solidaridad Bookshop
7. Mt Cloud Bookshop
8. Fully Booked (selected branches)
9. National Book Store (selected branches)
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