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Peach Momoko's Demon Saga
Demon Wars
Collects Demon The Iron Samurai (2022) #1, Demon Shield of Justice (2022) #1, Demon Down in Flames (2023) #1, Demon Scarlet Sin (2023) #1. Peach Momoko takes her version of the Marvel Universe to the next level! Welcome to another dimension filled with wondrous sentient samurai armor, a winged individual in a falcon mask, a mysterious panther person and a red, snakelike monster with a deadly appetite. As these incredible Yokai battle, will Mariko Yashida be forced to choose a side? When Iron Samurai clashes with Shield of Justice, their war will be anything but civil - and their cataclysmic confrontation could devastate two worlds! Meanwhile, the spirit world is divided - and Mariko finds herself caught between Phoenix and Magik! And another Yokai with incredible power has plans to paint the world scarlet!
144 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2023
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January 14, 2024
Another good read (pun intended) from Peach Momoko. The writing and story are not the focus here but it doesn’t need to be the art does so much lifting, I love her style so much and I’m excited to see if this saga continues and where she as an Attis goes next.
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March 17, 2024On me l'a prêté et trop contente de découvrir Peach Momoko. Je lis vraiment jamais de comics ou toute autre chose Marvel related mais là on dirait juste un conte sorti d'un Ghibli et les illustrations sont magnifiques.
January 29, 2024
Encore une fois magnifique !! 😻
August 15, 2025
The follow-up to Demon Days, Demon Wars is much the same as before - beautiful artwork, Japanese folktales featuring your favourite Marvel characters, and a connecting thread featuring Mariko as she attempts to reconcile her past and save two worlds.
I didn't enjoy this quite as much as Demon Days I don't think, mainly because it didn't feel like Mariko had much to do until the final issue. Most of it was her being confused and different characters yelling at her to do what they wanted to do, but I suppose when you're introducing so many at once without the same personal connection as the ones in Demon Days, it was kind of inevitable.
There's a possible tease for a third instalment, so maybe we'll get to see that some day.
I didn't enjoy this quite as much as Demon Days I don't think, mainly because it didn't feel like Mariko had much to do until the final issue. Most of it was her being confused and different characters yelling at her to do what they wanted to do, but I suppose when you're introducing so many at once without the same personal connection as the ones in Demon Days, it was kind of inevitable.
There's a possible tease for a third instalment, so maybe we'll get to see that some day.
October 14, 2024
3.5 Stars.
The story here is a version of "Civil War", pitting The Iron Samurai against the Shield of Justice (obviously Iron Man and Captain America) and incorporating the yokai and spirit world of the first book "Demon Days". I liked the previous one better, as it focused on X-Men, but this one was pretty good. As always, the true star of this book is the art, which I'm sure got her the current position on Ultimate X-Men.
Hopefully we'll see an ending story to make it a trilogy, giving Mariko a chance to really shine.
Recommend.
The story here is a version of "Civil War", pitting The Iron Samurai against the Shield of Justice (obviously Iron Man and Captain America) and incorporating the yokai and spirit world of the first book "Demon Days". I liked the previous one better, as it focused on X-Men, but this one was pretty good. As always, the true star of this book is the art, which I'm sure got her the current position on Ultimate X-Men.
Hopefully we'll see an ending story to make it a trilogy, giving Mariko a chance to really shine.
Recommend.
May 27, 2025
I came for the art and stayed for it!! 5 star art
Peach is such an inspirational talent with a truly unique style for the Marvel comic book world where her traditional Japanese ink work and watercolor textures create such dreamlike panels that feels like I'm walking through a painted scroll...... the video game Okami comes to mind!!
The story is also great... a japanese folklore remix of the classic Marvel characters.
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Peach is such an inspirational talent with a truly unique style for the Marvel comic book world where her traditional Japanese ink work and watercolor textures create such dreamlike panels that feels like I'm walking through a painted scroll...... the video game Okami comes to mind!!
The story is also great... a japanese folklore remix of the classic Marvel characters.
Big fan!! Follow her on insta! Peachmomoko60
May 20, 2025
C’était pas transcendant
September 13, 2024
I like this re-imagining of Marvel heros as japanese Yōkai.
January 22, 2025
The second part of the acclaimed Peach Momoko title in the Marvel Universe that redefines, and reshapes its characters as folkloric, fantasy-like representations of classic Japanese culture. This time, Momoko sorts of mixes two important Marvel Comics-titles to give shape and form to her mythology, with “Civil War”, and “Disassembled” as– perhaps– her main inspirations. After the events in “Demon Days”, Mariko is brought back to Ikai, since she keeps seeing strange and horrifying hallucinations, and she’s caught in the middle of a crisis amongst the Yokai; it seems that Bake-Yoroi (a Japanese version of Iron Man) is at war with the once righteous Yamato (Captain America) who seems to be behaving oddly. Soon enough, Mariko, with the aid of several mythic characters such as Kumosuke (Spider-Man), Nekomata (Black Panther), and Itsuki (Magik) will find out who’s behind the turmoil at Ikai, and who is taking control over Yamato.
Not bad as a continuation of the also great “Demon Days”, which was a pleasant surprise, mostly due to the artistic values of Peach Momoko, who is also amazing in this title, crafting a great hybrid between American comic book, and Japanese Manga, with cute, and– at times– creepy and colorful characters who perfectly capture her style, adding this twisted mixbag of ideas that work excellently while combining and depicting the Japanese lore in the story. And sure, the watercolors are on point, as always is the case with this artist. As for the story, while perfectly enjoyable and engaging, there was something lacking prior to the introduction of the character of “Momiji” (Scarlet Witch), which eventually affected the conclusion of the book, depending unfortunately on a cliffhanger that felt more evident than the first book, although it demonstrates that Momoko is definitely working in her third installment, so, there is that at least. The book is considerably short, however, it does present plenty of world-building and interesting concepts that adds a certain “Alice in Wonderland”—“Spirited Away” vibe to Mariko entering this fantastic world of spirits and Oni.
Regarding the character of Mariko, at first I was skeptical about her lead in these stories, considering how good it felt the “Psylocke” segment in “Demon Days”, so I still maintain the idea that she is the one in which the story should’ve focused, however, Mariko has become one of those “fish-out-of-the-water” protagonists trapped in a magical world as an outsider, mixed with all these colorful and cool-looking characters, while at the same time growing in confidence and in dynamism.
In the end, is far from a perfect book, the art is fantastic, and the story is looking promising, heading to the right direction for a potential amazing third– and maybe final– part. It definitely has the impression of being a second part with the “bridge between titles” aspect to it. However it still expands this new reality, and all these several Japanese-fantastic elements are a neat addition to the visual extravaganza of Peach Momoko. It’s a flawed-but-enjoyable entry in her series.
Not bad as a continuation of the also great “Demon Days”, which was a pleasant surprise, mostly due to the artistic values of Peach Momoko, who is also amazing in this title, crafting a great hybrid between American comic book, and Japanese Manga, with cute, and– at times– creepy and colorful characters who perfectly capture her style, adding this twisted mixbag of ideas that work excellently while combining and depicting the Japanese lore in the story. And sure, the watercolors are on point, as always is the case with this artist. As for the story, while perfectly enjoyable and engaging, there was something lacking prior to the introduction of the character of “Momiji” (Scarlet Witch), which eventually affected the conclusion of the book, depending unfortunately on a cliffhanger that felt more evident than the first book, although it demonstrates that Momoko is definitely working in her third installment, so, there is that at least. The book is considerably short, however, it does present plenty of world-building and interesting concepts that adds a certain “Alice in Wonderland”—“Spirited Away” vibe to Mariko entering this fantastic world of spirits and Oni.
Regarding the character of Mariko, at first I was skeptical about her lead in these stories, considering how good it felt the “Psylocke” segment in “Demon Days”, so I still maintain the idea that she is the one in which the story should’ve focused, however, Mariko has become one of those “fish-out-of-the-water” protagonists trapped in a magical world as an outsider, mixed with all these colorful and cool-looking characters, while at the same time growing in confidence and in dynamism.
In the end, is far from a perfect book, the art is fantastic, and the story is looking promising, heading to the right direction for a potential amazing third– and maybe final– part. It definitely has the impression of being a second part with the “bridge between titles” aspect to it. However it still expands this new reality, and all these several Japanese-fantastic elements are a neat addition to the visual extravaganza of Peach Momoko. It’s a flawed-but-enjoyable entry in her series.
May 9, 2024
Tras inaugurar su "Momokoverse", esta artista encara un nuevo arco argumental con más personajes Marvelitas pasados por este particular filtro del estilo puramente nipón y encajado en el contexto de folklore clásico sumado a un estilo anime entre lo Ghibli, "shonen" e incluso "Junjitero" (esto último está explotándolo más y mejor en Ultimate X-Men). El caso es que en esta ocasión más no se me ha antojado mejor. Y el hecho de que se "apiñen" más versiones de (más o menos) reconocibles personajes Marvel en el pretexto de recrear una arquitrama que suene más familiar al lector habitual como resulta esta "Civil War" yokai. No ha ido en consonancia de que lo argumental pueda solaparse con el apartado artístico y este último no solo sea el clavo ardiendo al que agarrarse.
Tras descubrir su naturaleza yokai y tener que perder a su recién encontrada hermana, Mariko Yashida trata de afrontar su día a día volviendo a la rutina escolar y costumbrista que había vivido hasta los últimos meses. Pero el plano espiritual parece que demandará nuevamente de su atención, pues está surgiendo un conflicto que divide a estos espíritus en torno a un personaje que pertenece a la herencia de Mariko.
Peach Momoko se nota que disfruta como nadie con esta oportunidad. Y en cierto modo cada vez que logra poner el foco en Mariko, todo este planteamiento sigue cobrando un maravilloso sentido. Pero sí que en Demon Wars se ve intoxicado por la intención (ya sea por parte de la autora o los jefes editoriales) de ya definir los grandes personajes del "Panteón Marvelita" en su universo. A lo que sí que destacan dos personalidades femeninas de acciones antagónicas pero que se solapan a la evolución natural del arco de Mariko (de la cual se descubre que el desenlace de su hermana en el anterior ciclo argumental puede que aún tenga más repercusiones en el futuro) y su camino por definirse como puente entre el plano humano y el espiritual.
Tras descubrir su naturaleza yokai y tener que perder a su recién encontrada hermana, Mariko Yashida trata de afrontar su día a día volviendo a la rutina escolar y costumbrista que había vivido hasta los últimos meses. Pero el plano espiritual parece que demandará nuevamente de su atención, pues está surgiendo un conflicto que divide a estos espíritus en torno a un personaje que pertenece a la herencia de Mariko.
Peach Momoko se nota que disfruta como nadie con esta oportunidad. Y en cierto modo cada vez que logra poner el foco en Mariko, todo este planteamiento sigue cobrando un maravilloso sentido. Pero sí que en Demon Wars se ve intoxicado por la intención (ya sea por parte de la autora o los jefes editoriales) de ya definir los grandes personajes del "Panteón Marvelita" en su universo. A lo que sí que destacan dos personalidades femeninas de acciones antagónicas pero que se solapan a la evolución natural del arco de Mariko (de la cual se descubre que el desenlace de su hermana en el anterior ciclo argumental puede que aún tenga más repercusiones en el futuro) y su camino por definirse como puente entre el plano humano y el espiritual.
August 20, 2025
Demon Wars is immediately following the previous Demon Days, and despite it starting with our same protagonist, it is going to tell a totally different story based on a yokai conflict which perfectly resembles the same structure and ideas of the Civil War run, with a bit more of magic and some intriguing Japanese principle. Our main hero will now be elected Princess of the Ikai, a sort of Yokai secret kingdom, asking her to decide its destiny, based on giving back or not the mandible of a goddess of the region, who is also the mother of the center of the matter. In this sense we will encounter two factions: the one of a Samurai armour possessed by the spirit of an implacable warrior, representing Iron Man, and a Blue Fire of an Heron in the form of a defender of the Yokai people and which is the translation of the concept of Captain America. These two heads will be in struggle, with mysterious forces behind them, and some neutral peaceful icons like a Tengu and a Living Spider, so Hawkeye and Spider-Man. The fact that we will interact with more recognizable heroes in respect to the amount of quotes to the X-Men of the previous one, is what grants an emotional connection which is awesome. The strong dimension of honour against myths and strange happenings is something I found interesting, and the creativity of Momoko is in pair with a huge grow up in terms of artistic style, where she could experiment better with bodies and proportions and corrupt the world around the characters, showing a skill even in Demon Days was not so strong and with a so original direction. Fight choreographies are bright and clear, and the worldbuilding and construction of lore are fantastic, reworking what has been made good inside the Marvel canon in a new perspective. I cannot wait to follow new tales about these journeys inside Yokai worlds!
FINAL VERDICT: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
FINAL VERDICT: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
April 26, 2024
Pffff, the Marvel Civil War but through the Japanese myth AU established last book?
Naw man; still more pseudo-X-men shenanigans.
It was BARELY a civil war of supernatural boogeymen gleaned from more Japanese myths, as either side had less than when the MCU tried to do it! The Not!Captain America had THREE supporters (and was in the wrong here) and the Not!Iron Man had roughly 2 people on his side, with the 3rd side being our protagonist trying to figure out what the right thing to do was and the FOURTH side
As before, the strength of the AU is seeing familiar characters done in a different way, but if the character is unrecognizable, my own brain will start obsessing over who it's supposed to be & whether the conflict makes sense to typical canon instead of focusing on the story before me. While some of the recreated Marvel characters are very easy to pick out (Spidey & Cyclops obviously), others leave me scratching my head (was that supposed to be Beast-by-way-of-Bowwsette fighting Phoenix or Angel mixed with an actual bird person?)
Like last time, they thankfully include a lil Pokedex in the back to give you a quick rundown on all the various ghouls & ghosties that show up if you don't know Japanese mythology that well.
Naw man; still more pseudo-X-men shenanigans.
It was BARELY a civil war of supernatural boogeymen gleaned from more Japanese myths, as either side had less than when the MCU tried to do it! The Not!Captain America had THREE supporters (and was in the wrong here) and the Not!Iron Man had roughly 2 people on his side, with the 3rd side being our protagonist trying to figure out what the right thing to do was and the FOURTH side
As before, the strength of the AU is seeing familiar characters done in a different way, but if the character is unrecognizable, my own brain will start obsessing over who it's supposed to be & whether the conflict makes sense to typical canon instead of focusing on the story before me. While some of the recreated Marvel characters are very easy to pick out (Spidey & Cyclops obviously), others leave me scratching my head (was that supposed to be Beast-by-way-of-Bowwsette fighting Phoenix or Angel mixed with an actual bird person?)
Like last time, they thankfully include a lil Pokedex in the back to give you a quick rundown on all the various ghouls & ghosties that show up if you don't know Japanese mythology that well.
November 11, 2023
Peach Momoko's first solo outing with Marvel, "Demon Days", was a surprise hit for me last year. Momoko reimagines the iconic pantheon of characters in the form of Japanese folklore and mythology in an approach that felt quite fresh and innovative. A loose sequel to the events from the original miniseries, Demon Wars follows the adventures of Mariko who is thrust into a mission involving sentient samurai armor and a certain reality-bending entity. Classic Marvel characters like Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, etc. make their debut in Momoko's reimagined reality, as Mariko must decipher the root of the crisis to her reality. While the vibrant watercolors and elegant artwork is still just as strong here, the story isn't quite as imaginative as the first iteration. Perhaps the novelty is a bit more diluted now, but I also didn't quite connect with the reimagined versions of the classic characters as much here. The original miniseries is one of my more favorite recent offerings from Marvel so I would really recommend checking that one out.
March 28, 2024
Come per il primo volume, anche questo secondo volume porta il lettore in un mondo alternativo popolato da oni e yokai. A Mariko spetta la decisione su cosa fare dei resti del padre, cercando di capire cosa è meglio, nel mentre anche gli yokai si schierano a favore o contro, creando effettivamente 2 fazioni, che rimandano alla saga della Civil War. I disegni sono sempre fantastici e anche la rilettura dei super eroi come yokai è fatta benissimo. Si riesce a capire benissimo l’eroe Marvel da cui Peach Momoko ha preso ispirazione per il personaggio. Personalmente non l’ho amato come il primo, per me Demon Days è insuperabile sotto ogni punto di vista, forse perché proprio la Civil War non è una delle mie saghe preferite della Marvel, ma anche questo volume sento di consigliarlo per immergersi ancora in questo mondo cosi’ vivido e colorato.
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November 20, 2025
Przemielenie klasycznych postaci Marvela, ale tym razem do tego "kociołka" dodano sporą szczyptę japońskich wierzeń, przez co całość jest odczuwalnie bardziej orientalna i zwyczajnie inna. Co nie przeszkadza zauważać tu wyraźną inspirację taką "Wojną Domową". Jak "ściągać" to z najlepszych.
Autorka ciekawie też przetwarza klasyczne postacie z repertuaru Marvela, przez co niekiedy szybciej rozgryziemy inspirację, a nad innymi będziemy się głowić - kto posłużył za wzorzec. Wymieszany z mitologią yokai. I plus za "bestiariusz" na końcu. Mała rzecz, a cieszy.
Wizualnie jest świetnie, aczkolwiek nawet jak na taki krótki format zdarzały mi się dłużyzny, w formie takich sobie dialogów. Także główna intryga nie jest zbytnio odkrywcza, aczkolwiek kreska robi swoje i jest to na pewno ciekawa pozycja, dla tych którzy szukają czegoś innego. W formie nowalijki.
Autorka ciekawie też przetwarza klasyczne postacie z repertuaru Marvela, przez co niekiedy szybciej rozgryziemy inspirację, a nad innymi będziemy się głowić - kto posłużył za wzorzec. Wymieszany z mitologią yokai. I plus za "bestiariusz" na końcu. Mała rzecz, a cieszy.
Wizualnie jest świetnie, aczkolwiek nawet jak na taki krótki format zdarzały mi się dłużyzny, w formie takich sobie dialogów. Także główna intryga nie jest zbytnio odkrywcza, aczkolwiek kreska robi swoje i jest to na pewno ciekawa pozycja, dla tych którzy szukają czegoś innego. W formie nowalijki.
December 14, 2023
Similarity to Demon Days, Peach Momoko’s Demon Wars is a beautiful illustrated comic drawing influence from Japanese folklore and mythology, but misses the mark when it comes to story.
The art only needs to speak for itself with Momoko being one of the most fantastical and creative artist in Marvel’s arsenal. At times I want to rip spreads out of this comic and put them up on my wall. Momoko’s twist on marvel characters, combining them with Japanese lore is equally fun and creative. However the story is lackluster. A bit disjointed with characters coming out of nowhere, and pacing that doesn’t allow the reader to sit with any of the important moments.
The art only needs to speak for itself with Momoko being one of the most fantastical and creative artist in Marvel’s arsenal. At times I want to rip spreads out of this comic and put them up on my wall. Momoko’s twist on marvel characters, combining them with Japanese lore is equally fun and creative. However the story is lackluster. A bit disjointed with characters coming out of nowhere, and pacing that doesn’t allow the reader to sit with any of the important moments.
December 25, 2023
Trippy mashup of Marvel Comics characters with Japanese folklore, a visually evocative yet confusing trip. I don't quite understand everything that happened -- although the guide to yokai at the end does fill in a few gaps -- but the logic of this world makes its own sense, and the characters inhabiting it have their own motivation, even if there isn't a lot explained along the way.
May 26, 2024
Peach Mojo's art-style is captivating! I loved every inch of it. I bought the treasury edition of the graphic novel which is printed in A3 format and really helps to show off the artwork.
I don't really know much about Japanese lore, however, the story makes sense and is quite decent. There is an appendix in the end of the volume that helps with the yokai-related terminology.
I don't really know much about Japanese lore, however, the story makes sense and is quite decent. There is an appendix in the end of the volume that helps with the yokai-related terminology.
July 2, 2024
Enjoyed this imaginative version of the Marvel universe with beloved characters recreated as oni and yokai, Japanese demons. I could recognize quite a few, which was fun. A very immersive story and action-packed, as well. The art is luscious and detailed—felt like I was watching a Studio Ghibli film at times with that level of detail!
November 20, 2025
A gorgeous art book with a forgettable samurai/monster storyline.
I'm not a fan of tales where the protagonist can't decide if they're dreaming or actually in some mythological land. But I don't read Peach Momoko books for their plots or storylines (though they are sometimes fun), I love her art. On a visual level, this is one of the best Marvel elseworldy books.
I'm not a fan of tales where the protagonist can't decide if they're dreaming or actually in some mythological land. But I don't read Peach Momoko books for their plots or storylines (though they are sometimes fun), I love her art. On a visual level, this is one of the best Marvel elseworldy books.
December 10, 2023
Demon Days may convey the superior narrative overall, but the expansion of Peach Momoko’s Japanese inspired Marvel universe remains far more aesthetically beautiful than the majority of Western comics that I’ve read.
January 5, 2024
Do you like manga? Do you read Marvel comics?
This is for you! Japanese folklore and the Marvel universe combine in this amazing piece by Peach Momoko. This is the second series.
The art is reallllllllllllly impressive.
This is for you! Japanese folklore and the Marvel universe combine in this amazing piece by Peach Momoko. This is the second series.
The art is reallllllllllllly impressive.
February 27, 2024
More beautiful work from Peach Momoko, lavish watercolors and fluid linework. The several full page spreads were all enveloping and irreverently bold. The story was straight forward but found creative ways to blend folk lore and the modern world of marvel comics.
May 8, 2024
Continuing where Demon Days left off, the story here is interesting enough but again not the main star. The art continues to shine as Momoko reimagines beloved heroes and villains in her own fantastical world. Highly recommend for Marvel and Manga lovers.
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October 21, 2024Momoko’s art demands this oversized treasury format but I had no idea this was, like, a sequel. And I’m not smart enough to figure out who everybody is or isn’t or is supposed to be or be like or whatever?
September 5, 2025
great cheap read. Informative yokai glossary
Very colorful and interesting comic and manga fusion. Cheap kindle pricing for large lengthy read. Character design is modern and vibrant. A must read for Japanese folktale fans.
Very colorful and interesting comic and manga fusion. Cheap kindle pricing for large lengthy read. Character design is modern and vibrant. A must read for Japanese folktale fans.
November 19, 2023
A beautiful fairy tale, It feels more like a Miyazaki film than a Marvel comic in the best ways. I do not really think I understood much but I enjoyed the ride
January 8, 2024
Beautiful, moving, exactly what I want from X-Men. I want more but am not sure the artist will be making more.
May 21, 2024
The art carried, not a fan of story or panels was confusing
October 1, 2024
3.5 great art story was meh
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