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The Theory of K.O. Vol. 1

The Theory of K.O. Vol. 1

By Mathieu Reynès
Paperback
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In a dystopian world ruled by pharmaceutical companies, an orphan named Beck sets off to find her missing mentor following the only lead she has: unlicensed cage fights!

Fifteen years after a global civil war brought on by health, economic, and ecological crises, the world has settled into tenuous peace under a regimented civilization. The majority of the populace lives in large, sprawling urban centers under strict military and medical surveillance. The remainder lives in smaller rural areas, resisting the rigidity of the cities.

A stranger to both worlds, a young girl named Beck has entered the rural town of Bajara in search of her missing mentor, Kal. The trail leads her to a free-fighting ring known as The Cage and a fight organizer named Mr. Eddy. Now, she finds herself fighting her way to the answers she seeks, each victory a step closer to Kal. But there's something special about Beck, and it's grabbed the attention of local officials, as well as the underground fighters!

From French mangaka Mathieu Reynes comes The Theory of K.O., a hard-hitting, high-kicking, faster-than-lightning story that's sure to be right at home on the bookshelf of any shonen manga fan.

Author: Mathieu Reynès
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Nakama Press
Published: 07/15/2025
Series: The Theory of K.O. #1
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.6lbs
Size: 7.00h x 5.00w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781545819104
Audience: Young Adult

About The Author
Mathieu Reynès is a French comic book artist and writer, born in 1977 in the Paris region and raised on the Basque coast. He initially pursued scientific studies in Bordeaux before shifting his focus to animation, studying at the CNBDI in Angoulême. After serving as both student and tutor there, he transitioned to a full-time career in comics in the early 2000s. Reynès cites diverse influences, including Franco-Belgian comics, American comics, and manga, particularly the works of Katsuhiro Otomo. Beyond his comics work, he is a nature enthusiast, vegetarian, martial artist, and drummer.
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