<p>Revisit 17th century Japan with us and see what everyone’s favorite rabbit ronin gets up to next! The second Dark Horse omnibus includes “Grasscutter,” an Eisner-award winning storyline in which writer-artist Stan Sakai seamlessly blends traditional mythology, meticulously researched history, and his own brand of adventure and whimsy. Miyamoto Usagi stumbles upon the legendary sword Grasscutter, a national treasure and symbol of imperial power, and is drawn into a conspiracy that could change the balance of power in Japan. He also re-encounters some old friends, makes some new ones, and faces his opposite number: the demon spearsman Jei. And don’t miss what Justin promises is his last-ever rant about flat coloring vs. gradients!</p><p><br></p><p>Discussed in this episode: <em>Usagi Yojimbo </em>(vol. 3) #7-30, plus <em>Usagi Yojimbo Color Special: Green Persimmon</em> #1</p><p><br></p><p>Bonus episodes and more at patreon.com/ironageofcomics</p>