Ultra Monsters Comparative Illustrated Guide (Wonder Life Special)

An encyclopedia comparing all the Ultra Monsters!

This ultimate encyclopedia compares the size, size, speed, temperature, abilities, and fighting styles of Ultra Monsters! It covers monsters from over half a century of Ultraman series, from "Ultra Q" to "Ultraman Blazer," featuring over 400 Ultra Monsters and over 50 Ultra Heroes.

From classic comparisons like "size comparison" and "speed comparison," to fun and unusual comparisons like "weird food," "extremely smelly monsters," and "sports-playing monsters," this book explores the diverse charms of monsters from every angle. It also includes a "Japan Archipelago Monster Rampage Map" showing locations where monsters have rampaged across Japan, and a timeline of past monster appearances, "Monsters from the Past," further deepening your interest in monsters.

Includes numerous previously unpublished photographs. Furthermore, in addition to numerous photographs, it includes easy-to-understand comparative illustrations, making the various abilities and characteristics even easier to grasp. You're sure to be reminded of the amazingness, charm, and diverse abilities and characteristics of the monsters, and become even more captivated! This is the ultimate comparative encyclopedia, something only "Terebi-kun" could achieve!

[Recommendation from the Editor] For this encyclopedia, we unearthed a wealth of precious photographs from Shogakukan's secret archives. We re-examined nearly 90 boxes of materials! With many newly discovered and rediscovered photographs included, it's a rich and enjoyable read and visual experience.

Another highlight is the numerous powerful and beautiful "comparative illustrations," drawn by up-and-coming creators such as Kisen (designer of Geedos in episode 2 of "Ultraman Blazer") and Seima Muto (designer of Nijikagachi in episodes 7 and 8 of "Ultraman Blazer").

The book includes a "Monster Encyclopedia" at the end, compiling data on over 400 monsters featured, and a "Monster Index" for quick reference to their appearance pages.

Ultra Heroes are also compared in various ways: "Height Comparison," "Activity Time Comparison," "Age Comparison," "Speed ​​Comparison," and "Special Move Comparison"!

This is the ultimate comparative encyclopedia that children and adults alike will surely enjoy, with new discoveries guaranteed!