Gorgeous★Irene

Irene is a professional assassin gifted with an extraordinary ability known as "makeup," which allows her to flawlessly transform into any type of woman she desires. Despite inheriting a dark and violent legacy from the previous generation, she refuses to follow in their footsteps as a cold-blooded killer. Instead of using her unique talents for murder, Irene makes a conscious choice to redirect her abilities toward a greater good, seeking to forge her own path away from the shadows of her predecessors. Her journey explores the tension between her lethal profession and her desire to use her powers responsibly, presenting a protagonist who constantly wrestles with the weight of her inherited role while striving to protect others rather than harm them. This compelling dynamic forms the core of her story, blending action with a deeply personal struggle for redemption. In addition to the main narrative, this collection serves as a showcase for Hirohiko Araki's early creative works. It features his debut piece, Busou Poker, alongside other formative stories such as Say Hello to Virginia and Magic Boy B.T. Certain earlier printings of the volume also include the short work Outlaw Man, though that specific story is absent from this particular edition.