EMPTY EMPIRE (2025)

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. Jump in at the beginning of this 7-volume science-fiction shojo series from creator Naoe Kita! Long ago, the Emperor possessed great mystical powers. Now, a young boy wonders if he will have them as well. With no memories and only a rose-shaped scar on his forehead as a clue, he ponders his legacy while on the run with the girl who rescued him from a group of armed warriors. She takes him to a scientist who identifies Rose as the Emperor's clone and believes that this young boy must assume the mantle of leadership. But opposing forces with their own agenda have created another clone from the Emperor's DNA and now the struggle for power begins!"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. Rose - a clone of the great Emperor Idea - is reluctant to assume his position as the emperor's replacement. But when Idea's body is stolen and all hell is about to break loose, the Imperial Authorities have no choice but to force Rose to become the inspiring figurehead he was bred to be. A challenge from Migime, the man in possession of Idea's body, motivates Rose to rise to the occasion, though it means putting himself at great risk. Also, more is revealed about Ririka - the imperial guard who has befriended Rose - and her relationship with the departed Emperor. Advance-solicited; on sale November 29 5' x 7.375' • 208 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. The New Emperor Idem story continues! Kirii and Kiara, the two winged fairies, are anything but sweet and innocent. Are they really interested in leading Rose through the tomb and towards Idea's 'inheritance' or are they part of some nefarious plan to do him harm? Advance-solicited; on sale February 28 • 5' x 7.375' 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. Everyone thought that Rose, the clone of the late Emperor Idea, was destined to rule the empire. Then another clone named Idem appeared and now holds the upper hand. He occupies the royal palace and has taken Ririka - the palace guard loved by both Idea and Rose - as prisoner. Rose has already infiltrated the palace once; now he has to get back in for the second time in two days. Advance-solicited; on sale May 23 • 5' x 7.375' • 200 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. Rose has fallen for Ririka, the girl who was loved by the man from who he was cloned - the late Emperor Idea. Although Rose has been fighting his destiny, he finds himself wanting to learn more about the beloved ruler. Meanwhile, Idem - the other clone who now occupies the throne - wants to get rid of Idea's body, believing that as long as it exists, countless clones can be made to challenge him. Advance-solicited; on sale August 29 • 5' x 7.375' 192 pg, B&W, $9.99 US • TEEN"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. As a test of his strength and valor, Rose is sent on a quest to kill a legendary dragon and obtain the sacred emerald that is found - appropriately enough - in The Emerald Valley. Then true friends and enemies are revealed, as one of Rose's allies is trapped in a cave-in while trying to save him - and another tries to betray him!"

"Written and illustrated by Naoe Kita CMX. FINAL VOLUME! From the moment his existence was revealed, Rose became the target of Idem, the current occupant of the throne. Both were cloned from Idea, the late and beloved emperor. Now they are about to team up to find Idea! Is Idea really still alive? If so, what possible explanation can there be for the public story of his alleged death? The answers are revealed in this dramatic series finale. Advance-solicited; on sale March 26"