PREVIEWS VOL. XII #7 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS BEST OF THE STAR SYSTEM #6 Our Star System Catalogs are always bursting with cool stuff, from the very best trade paperbacks and graphic novels to videos, toys, models, and more! This sixth big catalog features some of the top items from the Star System backlist service. Looking for that perfect Holiday gift? Are friends and family wondering what you would like for the holidays? Hand 'em a copy! It's like having your letter to Santa written for you! Catalog, 8.5x11, FC MSRP: $0.75 PREVIEWS #10 (OCTOBER 2002) Previews is your ultimate source for all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer… approximately two months in advance! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, merchandise, and exclusive editorial content available nowhere else! This issue features items scheduled to ship from December 2002 through February 2003! Catalog, 8x11, 400+pg, PC $3.25 PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #10 Primo is the monthly publication featuring some of the best and most desirable items from Previews! This issue highlights items in the October 2002 catalog! Digest, 5x8, FC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #10 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late September 2002 for items on sale in December 2002. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS ADULT #10 Previews Adult features Adult-oriented art, info, and related news not found in Previews. NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions, adult material may not be available in some international markets. Please check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability. ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.75 COMICS SECTION PREMIER PUBLISHERS DARK HORSE COMICS GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: MAN-MACHINE INTERFACE #1 by MASAMUNE SHIROW; translation by FREDERIK L. SCHODT March 6, 2035. Motoko Aramaki is a hyper-advanced cyborg, a counter-terrorist net security expert, heading the investigative department of the giant multi-national, Poseidon Industrial. Partly transcending the physical world and existing in a virtual world of networks, Motoko is a fusion of multiple entities and identities, deploying remotely controlled prosthetic humanoid surrogates around the globe to solve a series of bizarre incidents. Meanwhile, Tamaki Tamai, a psychic investigator from the Channeling Agency, has been commissioned to investigate strange changes in the temporal universe, brought about by two forces, one represented by the teachings of a professor named Rahampol, and the other by the complex, evolving Motoko entity. What unfolds will all be in a day's work...a day that will change everything, forever. Man-Machine Interface, the long awaited-sequel to Masamune Shirow's groundbreaking Ghost in the Shell and one of the most highly anticipated comics series in many years, finally reaches American shores. Featuring 100 pages of new art and story created since its original publication, most rendered in dazzling full color with awe-inspiring digital effects on a level never before seen in the annals of graphic fiction. Shirow has raised the bar for what can be achieved on the page, page after page!. MATURE READERS On sale October 30 FC, 40pg (no ads) . . .$4.99 REVEAL #1 TP featuring PABLO PICASSO, SCOTT LOBDELL, JEFF MATSUDA, JOE CASEY, SEAN PHILLIPS, PETER DAVID, ALEX MALEEV, FRANCISCO RUIZ VELASCO, and others cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU Dark Horse presents a new anthology showcasing what we do best, with a healthy and diverse mix of action-adventure strips by some of the biggest and the best in mainstream and alternative comics creators. In a landmark Buffy story, Scott Lobdell and Jeff Matsuda reveal the first meeting between Angel and Dawn, set before Buffy ever came to Sunnydale, before she and Angel ever met. The X-Men and WildCats team of Joe Casey and Sean Phillips present autobiographics from the mainstream, with a short piece about a comics writer. Peter David and Alex Maleev give us a glimpse into Spyboy's dark future, and Francisco Ruiz Velasco provides a short story spin off from Lone Wolf and Cub 2100, which is featured on the cover by X-Men and Highroads artist Leinil Francis Yu. Also featured are new strips by Dave Land (Star Wars: Infinities) and Craig Thompson (Goodbye, Chunky Rice), and Scott Allie (Star Wars: Empire) and Paul Lee and Brian Horton (Creatures of Habit novel). Hellboy editor Scott Allie interviews Hellboy director Guillermo Del Toro (Blade II) and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola during the early days of production on their Hellboy film. We are also proud to present a special Dark Horse Fine Arts section, with shorts by R. Sikoryak (Drawn & Quarterly) and the Fillbach Brothers (Poison Elves), and, we kid you not, a two-page comic strip by the most important artist of the twentieth century, Pablo Picasso (Guernica). On sale October 2 SC, 64pg, FC . . . $6.95 FRANK MILLER: THE ART OF SIN CITY HC In 1991, visionary creator Frank Miller continued his shakedown of the comics industry when he premiered his visceral and powerfully charged Sin City series. With Sin City, Miller sent a shock wave through the industry and beyond, stunning critics and amazing readers, the after-affects of which are still being felt today. While Miller is primarily praised for his outstanding stories, it is his breathtaking artwork that continues to shine on. To honor the artist and his groundbreaking work, Dark Horse Maverick is pleased to present Frank Miller: The Art of Sin City, a unique and handsomely bound hardcover coffee table book, containing pieces both published and unpublished — some never before seen by the public. Printed on glossy 100 lb. coated paper stock and featuring items ranging from preliminary to sketches to promotional pieces, this beautiful edition holds everything a Sin City fan, or connoisseur of fine art, could ever hope for. • Featuring an introduction by noted comics historian R.C. Harvey SPECIAL ADVANCE SOLICITATION On sale November 6 HC, b&w and FC, 128 pgs, 9"x12", 3-piece case binding . . . . . . . . . . . $39.95 MAVERICK "NICHOLAS WAS" CHRISTMAS CARDS created & written by NEIL GAIMAN painted by MICHAEL ZULLI Just in time for those early Holiday shoppers, Dark Horse Maverick is pleased to offer the "Nicholas Was" Christmas Card! Beautifully painted by award-winning artist Michael Zulli (The Last Temptation), open the card and you'll find Neil Gaiman's bleakly charming Yuletide vignette "Nicholas Was. . ." from his short story collection Smoke and Mirrors. Bound in cellophane with six identical cards and envelopes to a bundle, these cards are sure to chase the gloom away from any Scrooge's heart. On sale October 30 FC, 4.625" x 6", 6 cards per pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.99 GROO: DEATH AND TAXES TP created & illustrated by SERGIO ARAGONÉS written by MARK EVANIER & SERGIO ARAGONÉS The three most inevitable things in the world are death, taxes, and another Groo collection from Dark Horse Maverick. This one is about the other two: Groo and his loyal pooch Rufferto encounter a king who is forever raising the cost of living and an undertaker who drives up the cost of dying. So the kingdom goes to war against … well, they're not exactly sure of that part yet. But they're definitely going to war. What a time for Groo to be trapped in his solemn vow not to kill! And if you think that makes him any less dangerous, you don't know Groo. He's even worse … as the savage warrior, Odoman the Invincible, finds out the hard way. The Eisner Award winning team of Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier do it again … and if you're thinking that "it" involves anything other than bringing you some of the best adventures of the world's stupidest barbarian, you'd probably be wrong! On sale November 20 SC, FC, 112 pg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12.95 USAGI YOJIMBO #61 created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI Chizu was once the feared leader of the deadly Neko Ninja Clan, demanding respect and loyalty from those around her. But circumstances have made her a fugitive, and now she's running for her life, hunted by the clan that she used to command. Coming out of hiding to rescue the life of a child, Chizu quickly finds her own life in even more peril than before. Meanwhile, an elite ninja assassination team set their sights on what they believe are the keys to locating the missing woman — a pair of wandering ronin named Usagi and Jotaro! On sale October 30 b&w, 24 pg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.99 GRENDEL: RED, WHITE, & BLACK #2 created & written by MATT WAGNER illustrated by DAN BRERETON, PHIL HESTER & ANDE PARKS, ANDI WATSON, & more! The Devil's Reign continues! Matt Wagner and Dark Horse present five more tales guaranteed to make your heart race and your blood run cold. There is only one thing that Hunter Rose — the man behind the assassin's mask of Grendel — holds more precious than his own life, and that is his adopted daughter Stacy Palumbo. But Hunter soon finds himself at odds with Stacy over her new friend, a wolf named Argent, who also happens to be Grendel's most deadly nemesis! Five stories. Five artists. One Vision. From the politics of organized crime to the ancient ethics of the Samurai warrior code and beyond, Wagner and company continue to explore the rich tapestry that is the world of Grendel! On sale October 9 32pg, b&w& r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.99 AMERICAN SPLENDOR: UNSUNG HERO #3 created & written by HARVEY PEKAR illustrated by DAVID COLLIER This issue marks the conclusion to Harvey Pekar's fascinating and illuminating biography of Robert McNeill. With just a few weeks left in his tour of duty, nineteen-year-old McNeill's only thoughts are of escaping Vietnam's violently surrealistic landscape and returning home to the United States. But to do so, he must stay one step ahead of the enemies who try to take his life, the depression and nihilism that permeate his camp, and the commanding officers who use every loophole they can find to keep him in the bush. On sale October 9 24 pg, b&w . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.99 DEAD TO RIGHTS by MIKE KENNEDY, FRANCISCO PARONZINI, and RANDY EMBERLIN; cover by TIM BRADSTREET Grant City. A sordid playground of crime, corruption, and the rest of greed's twisted offspring. The push-and-pull warfare between law and disorder swings favor on a daily basis, drowning its citizens in a pool of perpetual darkness. But the most dangerous man in Grant City used to carry a badge... Dead to Rights™ tells the story of an undercover cop buried so deep in his mission, he's starting to question the direction of his loyalties. And when fugitive ex-cop Jack Slate tears a bloody path through his territory, things go rapidly to hell. While the game follows Jack Slate's search for his father's killer, this prestige format comic book supplements the plot from an outside character's perspective. Familiar faces reveal additional information about key events in the game, further broadening the scope of this explosive noir adventure. Based on the highly anticipated video game from Namco, Dead to Rights was created in close association with the original development team at Namco, led by the game's creator, Andre Emerson, Dead to Rights is written by Mike Kennedy (Lone Wolf 2100), who adapted the original script for gameplay. With cover art by Tim Bradstreet and interiors by Francisco Paronzini and Randy Emberlin, this 64-page book will also feature production drawings by the game's conceptual art team. On sale October FC, 64pg (one-shot) . . . $5.95 AL WILLIAMSON: HIDDEN LANDS TP by THOMAS YEATES, MARK SCHULTZ, and STEVE RINGGENBERG Al Williamson stand in rarified air, among the titans of the development of comics as an art form. Drawing from the tradition of the heyday of book, advertising, and comic-strip illustration, Williamson brought a command of craft and dynamics rarely seen, before or since, to a field that had largely valued speed over skill. As part of an amazing stable of young artists at E.C. in the 1950's, Williamson helped change the industry forever, but much of his work of the era has remained hidden. Al Williamson: Hidden Lands at last uncovers these gems, stories from his days at Atlas, E.C., Charlton, Harvey, Dell, and more — most of which have never been reprinted until now, plus a wide array of material that has never before been published, including fascinating sketches and works from his career's infancy and photos from the artist's personal scrapbooks. Covered in fascinating depth bby Mark Schultz, Thomas Yeates, and Steve Ringgenberg and gathered extensive, lively interviews with Williamson. Al Williamson: Hidden Lands is an essential volume for any fan of this giant of graphic fiction. On sale November 27 SC, 224pg, b&w, 8 ½" x 11" . . . . $22.95 GRENDEL TALES: THE DEVIL MAY CARE by MATT WAGNER, TERRY LABAN, and PETER DOHERTY While most of humanity has been decimated in the apocalypse, the hunger for sporting events survives and is stronger than ever! It's race time in Indianapolis, and the only thing hotter than the action on the track is the passion boiling outside of the stadium walls. Local Grendel chief Hack has his hands full. Between the volatile visiting Grendel clans tearing up the town, a mysterious vigilante on a Grendel-killing spree, and forces within his own clan that seek to depose him, there's little room for error or emotion. But when he feels himself falling for Dana, the city hospital's headstrong lead physician, he quickly finds things spiraling out of his control. And he's not the only one with problems. Dana's struggling with her delinquent son, desperately trying to keep him away from the very Grendel that she herself is growing ever attracted to. Something's gotta give, in this tragic tale of passion, love, and betrayal. Collecting the six-issue mini-series. On sale November SC, 160pg, FC . . . $19.95 RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT!: HUMAN WONDERS #3 (OF 4) by HADEN BLACKMAN and CARY NORD; cover by CARY NORD Human Wonders, the third installment of the Ripley's Believe It Or Not! series focuses on human oddities throughout history. Narrated by the original Siamese Twins, this issue covers human hyperbole's, including the world's fattest twins, and explores the bizarre human afflictions that produce dog-faced boys and elephant men. Though disturbing and stark, Human Wonders attempts to prove how those who appear less than human can actually be so much more than the rest of us. On sale October 23 b&w, 24pg (3 of 4) . . . $2.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #50: HELLMOUTH TO MOUTH PART (4 OF 4) By SCOTT LOBDELL, CLIFF RICHARDS, and ANDI WATSON; Wraparound cover by PAUL LEE and BRIAN HORTON Scott Lobdell wraps up his first apocalyptic run on Buffy with a special fiftieth issue, featuring more story pages, as well as two backup features: a prose story by Lobdell, with illustrations by Paul Lee; a short comic by Andi Watson; and a wraparound painted cover by regular cover artists Lee and Brian Horton. "Hellmouth to Mouth" concludes as Buffy finally rescues Xander and Dawn from the crew that's nearly destroyed Sunnydale — The Scourge! They soon find that the only thing worse than the Scourge is their secret leader, revealed this issue! Buffy's not just fighting for her friends' and family's life, she's fighting for a chance to live her own life, to be more than a fearless vampire hunter. Who better to have backing her up than former sadistic Slayer Faith and the vampire hunting vampire himself, Angel?! On sale October 30 FC, 40pg (4 of 4) (Lee/Horton cover) . . . $3.50 FC, 40pg (4 of 4) (Photo cover) . . . $3.50 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: TALES OF THE SLAYERS—BROKEN BOTTLE OF DJINN (ONE-SHOT) by DOUG PETRIE, JANE ESPENSON, GENE COLAN, and JEFF MATSUDA Following up the Tales of the Slayers graphic novel, Buffy TV writers Doug Petrie and Jane Espenson return with a tale of two Slayers: One, a young girl slumming through the bleak streets of 1930s New York City, and another, parading through the brighter streets of 1990s Sunnydale. This month marks fan-favorite cover-artist Jeff Matsuda's first story pages of Buffy Summers, both in this book and in Dark Horse's Reveal. Petrie again teams with his dream artist Gene Colan to show a Slayer facing the same creature as Buffy, but sixty years earlier. Two of the most popular writers from the television series team with one of the hot young stars of the comics and animation scene, and one of the greatest horror-comics artist of all time. For the occasion, we sprung for a special format and more story pages than just any old Buffy comic. On sale October 16 FC, 32pg (one-shot) . . . $3.50 CANNON GOD EXAXXION #10: STAGE TWO PART 2 by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS From the creator of Gunsmith Cats, the animator of Bubblegum Crisis, comes a fantastic new series combining elements of those great Japanese imports, plus tons of anime in-jokes, crazy action, and a sci-fi plot that will knock your pants off! And now we're packing more of Kenichi Sonoda's superior art and story into every 48 page issue! The tension rises as Hoichi's school is the focus of attention. The occupying aliens have figured out that the kid in the gunsuit is connected to Hoichi's high school, and so they've begun a program of weeding out the possible perpetrators. What does it mean? You and Hoichi will find out, and it won't be pretty. Not at all. Find out what will make Hoichi so angry that he will be willing to go to war against the evil aliens, and get back into the giant robot, Exaxxion. MATURE READERS On sale October 16 b&w, 48pg . . . $3.99 OH MY GODDESS! #91: TRAVELLER PART 1 (OF 5) by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS It looks like Belldandy's powers are having a little trouble. She can't even make a penny levitate! What's going on? And to make matters worse, members of Keiichi's motorcycle club come for a visit. . . with a bunch of possessions for Keiichi to store, and now the crew is a bit short on space. But not to fear, it's Skuld to the rescue! You know how Skuld likes to create crazy new technologies, well, this time she's made a computer that will alter space! With the click of a makeshift video game controller, the room is twice as large! Now there's space for all the stuff and Keiichi too. But just wait, someone's got to mess it up eventually. It's the start of a fun new storyline in which otaku Matthew Sweet, the pop music star, will make a special appearance! Well, his lyrics will, at least. Join us for the first of five issues in "Traveller." On sale October 2 b&w, 32pg (1 of 5) . . . $2.99 OH MY GODDESS!: QUEEN SAYOKO TP by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS Poor Sayoko! The former queen of Nekomi Tech has never been the same since the goddess Belldandy arrived and stole away the hearts of the student body. Now its time for the annual Campus Queen contest again, and Sayoko wants to win so badly she'd sell her soul—literally—to the demon Mara! With a Demon First Class on her side, Sayoko's dreams just might come true. Can mortal-first-class (well, maybe not first class) Keiichi, Belldandy, and her sister goddesses rescue Sayoko from her own dream before she pays the demonic price and drags the entire campus down with her? Collecting the five-issue mini- series. On sale November 6. SC, 240pg, b&w, 5 ¾" x 8 ¼" . . . $16.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 27: BATTLE'S EVE by KAZUO KOIKE and GOSEKI KOJIMA; cover by MATT WAGNER Hooooo doggy! The tension is getting so thick, a dotanuki wielded by the strongest samurai would have a hard time cutting through it! Just two more volumes left until one of the world's most classic pieces of comic-book literature reaches its exciting and emotional conclusion. Two swords remain planted in the ground, awaiting the final duel between the conniving Retsudo and the vengeful Itto, and little Daigoro guards the two blades with his life. Indeed, his life is threatened when a stampede of villagers escaping a burning village almost plow him into the dirt. Impressed townfolk decide to stop and help him, staying for a while on the same beach. For once, Daigoro experiences the joy of being a child, playing with the other children, but that peace won't last long. Yaygu Retsudo, imprisoned in the castle of the shögun, deceives his way to freedom and commands the very last members of the Yagyu ninja to kill Itto! But knowing swords alone won't kill him, Yagyu sends a strange and fascinating weapon to the battlefield, the exploding ninja! • The thrilling epic claws its way to an unexpected conclusion! • A truly influential work. One of the best comic books ever (if not THE best)! FOR MATURE READERS On sale November 27 SC, 300pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 ALSO AVAILABLE: LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 1: THE ASSASSIN'S ROAD TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6"(STAR11783) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 2: THE GATELESS BARRIER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR11929) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 3: THE FLUTE OF THE FALLEN TIGER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12325) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 4: THE BELL WARDEN TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12326). . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 5: BLACK WIND TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12634). . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 6: LANTERNS FOR THE DEAD TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR12817) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 7: CLOUD DRAGON, WIND TIGER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13112) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 8: CHAINS OF DEATH TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13290) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 9: ECHO OF THE ASSASSIN TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13578) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 10: HOSTAGE CHILD TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13691) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 11: TALISMAN OF HADES TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR13906) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 12: SHATTERED STONES TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14042) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 13: THE MOON IN THE EAST, THE SUN IN THE WEST TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14486) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 14: DAY OF THE DEMONS TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14742) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 15: BROTHERS OF THE GRASS TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 352pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14652) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 16: THE GATEWAY INTO WINTER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR14990) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 17: THE WILL OF THE FANG TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15112) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 18: THE LAST KUROKUWA TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15201) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 19: THE MOON IN OUR HEARTS TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR15438) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 20: A TASTE OF POISON TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6"(STAR15649) . . . $9.95 ******************** ASTRO BOY VOLUME 9 TP by Osamu Tezuka; translation by Frederik L. Schodt Osama Tezuka's Astro Boy is the all-time, 100,000 horsepower champion of classic all-ages robot action! Available for the first time in America, these tales are as exciting, touching, and hilarious as when Tezuka crafted them almost half a centruy ago! In this volume: Astro Boy tries to foil a mad scientist's plot to use a robotic Cleopatra to recreate the ancient kingdom of Egypt; Astro tries to solve the mystery of a young ghost appearing on 3D TVs; and Astro joins with the robot Cobalt in a race against time to stop a lost H-Bomb from devastating Japan! On sale Novemner 27 SC, 216pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7" . . . $9.95 SUPER MANGA BLAST! #26 by MASAMUNE SHIROW, MOHIRO KITOH, MAKOTO KOBAYASHI, YUZO TAKADA, and HIROYUKI UTATANE & TOSHIYA TAKEDA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS The year of Shirow in Super Manga Blast! is just getting started, and as fall sets in, it's time to consider how to pass those winter days on the way. But why argue with yourself? Just pick up the new issue of SMB! to warm up your brisk evenings! If Shirow's Appleseed isn't hot enough for you, you're sure to sweat in your seat when you read Shadow Star, as the dragon kids expose weaknesses in their abilities, but is it a weakness in the dragons, or the kids? And over in 3x3 Eyes things aren't exactly cooling off, as Pai, Yakumo, and tough-punching Jake getting ever closer to the secret of the sacred land. Plus, cutey Pai takes a bath. Meow! As always, plenty of action from Seraphic Feather, as the battle rages in the research lab and it looks as if the whole place will collapse, but somehow Apep and Fawn find the time to have a little make-out session. Phew, things are getting ever so spicy in Super Manga Blast!, like the cinnamon in a pumpkin pie! Happy Halloween! MATURE READERS • New material from Ghost In The Shell creator, Masamune Shirow!! • Manga is everywhere these days, but the best is in Super Manga Blast! 128 pages of action, drama, and fun! On sale October 30 b&w, 128pg . . . $5.99 STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #47 by JOHN OSTRANDER, C.P. SMITH, and JASEN RODRIGUEZ; cover by STEVE FIRCHOW Obi-Wan and Anakin have their hands full protecting one Senator Greyshade from attacks by droid assassins, sky-bike riding Dug assassins, and beautiful assassin princesses with diplomatic immunity. Meanwhile, Autem and Omin, the two Senate Guards who are also on the Greyshade assignment, discover a common link among the assassins — a link that strikes a little too close to home for Autem. Action and adventure during the time that the Republic ruled the galaxy and the Jedi were the glue that held the Republic together! On sale October 18 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 STAR WARS: INFINITIES — THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK #4 (OF 4) by DAVID LAND, DAVIDÉ FABBRI, CHRISTIAN DALLA VECCHIA, and DAN JACKSON; cover by CHRIS BACHALO Dagobah is a mysterious place. Beneath the heavy canopy of ancient trees lies a strange jungle inhabited by creatures in caves and swamps not seen elsewhere. Dagobah is also home to the greatest living Jedi Master, Yoda. It's here that he has trained young Leia Skywalker to take her rightful place in the Jedi Order. Though she has quickly learned what he's taught her, she is not a Jedi yet. She has two important final tasks to complete. Yoda, too, has a final mission. His home is about to become a battleground, as he faces the fiercest soldier the Dark Side has ever commanded: Darth Vader! In a mortal confrontation on an astral plane, these warriors will clash for the fate of the universe! On sale October 9 FC, 32pg (4 of 4) . . . $2.99 STAR WARS: EMPIRE #2 by SCOTT ALLIE, RYAN BENJAMIN, and CURTIS ARNOLD; cover by BRIAN HORTON The plot against the Emperor and Darth Vader proceeds, but as the conspirators worry about whether either of their targets suspect — and how much they might suspect — they also begin to wonder about each other. Can the cold-blooded killer Gauer be trusted? What about the ambitious Imperial Officer Dezsetes? And who can tell what goes on behind the blank eyes of the cybernetically enhanced Grand Moff Trachta? In the midst of the plots and counter plots, word comes of a new threat — a new, unknown Jedi has emerged to challenge Vader… On sale October 4 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 STAR WARS: A LONG TIME AGO… VOLUME 3 By ARCHIE GOODWIN, AL WILLIAMSON, CARLOS GARZON, WALLY LOMBEGO, CARMINE INFANTINO, GENE DAY, LARRY HAMA, MIKE W. BARR, WALTER SIMONSON, THOMAS PALMER, and DAVID MICHELINIE Dark Horse Comics presents the latest volume of Star Wars: A Long Time Ago... featuring classic Star Wars stories not seen in over twenty years! Originally printed by Marvel Comics, these stories have been re-colored and are sure to please Star Wars fans both new and old. Volume 3 collects issues #39-52 of the original Marvel run and begins with a re-telling of The Empire Stikes Back and continues past that to adventures such as "Droid World" and "The Last Jedi." Before midi-chlorians… Before Jar-Jar Binks… These are the continuing adventures of Lucas's first star-faring team in a freshly imagined universe. On sale November 13 SC, 376pg, FC . . . $29.95 STAR WARS: JANGO FETT — OPEN SEASONS TP By HADEN BLACKMAN, RAMON BACHS, and RAUL FERNANDEZ He was born a poor farm boy on a forgotten planet in the galaxy's Outer Rim. Taken under the wing of a wise mentor after the violent death of his family, he would rise up to lead a band of fighters struggling for survival against a dark force that threatens to wipe them out completely. His name would become known throughout the systems, and his legacy would change the galaxy forever. But his name isn't Skywalker…it's Jango Fett! The Sith have begun the final maneuvering in their quest to take over the galaxy and are looking for the perfect specimen to take part in their secret experiments. Lord Tyranus may've just found a prime candidate in Jango. Recounting Jango's story from his early days on the Fett farm, through the annihilation of the once proud Mandalorian warriors, to his transformation into the galaxy's most feared bounty hunter. Open Seasons offers an in- depth look at the most exciting new character from Attack of the Clones, and details the beginning of the infamous Fett legacy — one that would come back to plague the Rebellion a generation later. On sale November 27 SC, 96pg, FC . . . $12.95 CAIN TP by RICARDO BARREIRO and EDUARDO RISSO Tossed into the gutter and left for dead at birth, Cain was never supposed to make it, his existence seen only as an obstacle for the insidious inheritance scheme concocted by his ruthless mother. But Cain survived, if you can call the cards dealt him living, subjecting him to a hand-to-mouth existence on the streets, in reform school, in mental hospitals. But even with the deck stacked against him, lady luck leads Cain toward the truth of his legacy, the claim to his birthright...and the targets for his retribution. A gutwrenching dystopian tragedy, Cain features the acclaimed, hard-edged graphics of Eisner Award winner Eduardo Risso (100 Bullets, Video Noire) and the taut scripting of Ricardo Barreiro. Cain is another landmark Venture graphic album, featuring the top creators of graphic fiction from around the globe, available in limited quantities and for the first time in an English-language edition. FOR MATURE READERS On sale November 20 SC, 96pg, b&w, 6 3/4" x 9 3/8" . . . $9.95 THE FOUR KILLERS VOL 1: THE BARRETT BROTHERS HC by CLAUDIO NIZZI and JOE KUBERT Tex Willer, known as Night Eagle amongst the Navajo, is a Texas Ranger and a forthright defender of the downtrodden and oppressed. His job is as hard as the Texas plains: to uphold the law where there is no law, in the vast, violent territories of the Old West. In The Four Killers, Tex takes the trail of a quartet of ruthless outlaws who have taken the lives of a family close to Tex, a family to whom the Ranger can now provide only retribution. Created by Claudio Nizzi, more than half a billion Tex graphic albums have been sold worldwide, illustrated by a who's who of top artists. And now, American comics icon Joe Kubert takes up the reins as illustrator, providing his signature grace, grit, and power to this legendary graphic-fiction series. The Four Killers is another essential Venture graphic album available in limited quantities and for the first time in an English- language edition. FOR MATURE READERS On sale November 27 HC, 48pg, FC, 8 3/4" x 11 3/4" . . . $14.95 BOMBSHELL PVC FIGURE "Super-deformed" Bombshell is irked! No-one takes a pint-sized super spy seriously when her belly pokes out and she's oh so gosh-darn cute. But be warned, for this 6" tiny tornado of incendiary excitement isn't to be toyed with. Featuring 3 points of articulation, the Bombshell figure leaps into the 3D world from the pages of Dark Horse's sleeper hit comic, SpyBoy. Ready to smack evil upside the head, this diminutive diva is crackin' heads ol' school style, and lookin' cute doin' it! On sale December 4 6" PVC figure, packaged full-color window box . . . $19.99 MASAMUNE SHIROW 2003 CALENDAR Dark Horse celebrates it's third year of bringing American Anime fans a special Masamune Shirow calendar. We are only bringing in a limited number of calendars, which were designed and printed expressly for Dark Horse in Japan. It is the same high-quality item that Japanese publisher Seishinsha is preparing for release to their market, but we are translating it into English and including U.S. holidays.13 stunning full color illustrations grace this item, which is packaged in an imprinted plastic envelope. Measuring 19 3/4" x 8 1/4" unfolded. On sale November 20 19 3/4" x 8 1/4", full color calendar . . . $24.99 COWBOY BEBOP ZIPPO® LIGHTER Cowboy Bebop is cool, slick, and quick with a light— just like anime hero, Spike Siegel. This official Cowboy Bebop Zippo® lighter by Dark Horse is made using a never-before-seen super-sharp finishing process called Spectrum. So yeah, this is a Cowboy Bebop Spectrum-Finish ZippoTM Lighter, each and every one has a unique finish, and that's all you need to know. On sale December 4 Zippo® Lighter w/spectrum finish . . . $29.99 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTER #35: TARZAN STATUE Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan has thrilled readers since 1912 when it was first published in a pulp magazine. The story of an English lord that was marooned in the African jungle and raised by apes is known and loved worldwide. Tarzan swung through adventures from the wilds of the African jungle, to the hidden city of Atlantis, and beyond. Hal Foster was hired in 1929 to adapt the story of Tarzan for a daily comic strip and soon had a whole nation eager to read the latest Tarzan adventure every morning. Tarzan remains one of the most beloved and well fictional characters and his story is constantly being retold. Sculpted by Yoe! Studios, this statue comes packaged in a full-color tin box with pinback button and booklet as extras. This piece is limited to only 600 numbered copies, so allocation may occur. On sale October 16 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet. Limited to only 600 numbered copies . . . $49.95 DARK HORSE JOURNALS Everyone needs a place to scrawl their brilliant ideas before they flit like sugared-up three year olds out of their heads. These remarkable journals will safely house your deepest thoughts, nurture your creativity, and keep the dreary world at bay. Choose the fun of a Bettie Page girlie magazine, the fanciful romp of Sock Monkey or the yee-haw of kuties on horsies from Lisa Petrucci, and let your thoughts run free. On sale October 23 BETTIE JOURNAL #1 BETTIE JOURNAL #2 TONY MILLIONAIRE'S SOCK MONKEY LISA PETRUCCI 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 spiral bound journals, 128 pages . . . $9.99 each BETTIE PAGE STICKER PACKS We've taken our popular vinyl Bettie Stickers and made them even more beautiful. Each pack contains 4 Bettie stickers and a flashy header card to make displaying them even easier. And the best part? Buy the pack and save a buck of the combined retail price of the four stickers. On sale October BETTIE STICKER PACK: CLASSIC 4 full color stickers . . . $6.99 BETTIE STICKER PACK: AMUSEMENT 4 full color stickers . . . $6.99 BETTIE PAGE RELISTS BETTIE PAGE: QUEEN OF HEARTS TP by Jim Silke FC/b&w, 96pg, 9" x 12", deluxe paperback format, coffee-table book (STAR01439) . . . $19.95 BETTIE PAGE: QUEEN OF THE NILE TP by Jim Silke with additional pinup art by Dave Stevens SC, 96pg, FC (STAR12304) . . . $12.95 BETTIE PAGE ACTION FIGURE Figure w/detailed box (STAR11260) . . . $19.95 BETTIE PAGE FIGURE #2: PHOTO BETTIE 6 1/2" tall, 50's motif, packaged in a full-color window box (STAR13250) . . . $24.99 Bettie Page T-Shirts BETTIE X3/PLAIN TEE/INDIGO/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 BETTIE X3/RINGER TEE/WHITE W/BLACK/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 HAWAIIAN BETTIE IN HEART CIRCLE/BABYDOLL/WHITE/ADULT S-L…$17.99 HAWAIIAN BETTIE IN HEART CIRCLE/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 DEVIL BETTIE/LONG SLEEVE TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 DEVIL BETTIE/SPAGHETTI STRAP TANK/RED S-L…$17.99 BETTIE IN LEOPARD BIKINI/RAGLAN TEE/WHITE W/RED/YOUTH S-XL…$17.99 BETTIE SITTING IN SAND/ALL-OVER-IMAGE TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XXL…$24.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #1: QUEEN OF HEARTS Full-color box w/trading card (STAR010783) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #2: HAWAII Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10784) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #3: CLEOPATRA Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10785) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #4: BACK IN BLUE Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10786) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER SERIES II #2: LEOPARD BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR12305) . . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® SERIES II #3: DEVIL BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (OCT000080). . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE AIR FRESHENERS Hawaiian Bettie (photo) #1, Rose scent . . . $1.99 Queen of Hearts (Jim Silke art) #2, Coconut scent (STAR13670). . . $1.99 Back in Blue (Dave Stevens art) #3, Lemon scent (STAR13669) . . . $1.99 BETTIE PAGE COASTER SET Set of 4 full-color photo coasters (STAR13136) . . . $12.99 BETTIE PAGE DRESS-UP MAGNET SET Full-color magnet set (STAR12265) . . . $19.95 BETTIE PAGE ORNAMENT FC, packaged in a window box (STAR13093) . . . $19.99 BETTIE PAGE BEACH TOWEL FC, 30" x 60", 100% cotton . . . $24.99 BETTIE PAGE STICKERS Bettie Page sticker #1 (Devil Bettie), FC . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #2 (Black Bettie), FC . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #3 (Leopard Bettie), FC . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #4 (Red Bettie), FC . . . $1.99 (each) ****************** STAR WARS MINI-BUST RELISTS Own a piece of the Star Wars universe! STAR WARS: MACE WINDU MINI-BUST Calm and controlled, Mace Windu is a noble Jedi Master and member of the Jedi High Council. Mace observes the widening divergence in the Republic with great fear, and he worries that there aren't enough Jedi to protect the galaxy during these critical times. 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 STAR WARS: ANAKIN SKYWALKER MINI-BUST It has been ten years since young Anakin Skywalker left his desert home to begin training as a Jedi Padawan. Under the mentorship of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin has become a confident, headstrong apprentice with an impulsive nature and a flair for adventure. 6" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 STAR WARS: OBI-WAN KENOBI MINI-BUST Obi-Wan Kenobi is a resourceful Jedi Knight responsible for training Anakin Skywalker in the ways of the Force. Over the last ten years, Obi-Wan has become a mentor and father to young Anakin, but he remains keenly aware of Anakin's naïve and reckless inclinations. 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 STAR WARS: PADMÉ AMIDALA MINI-BUST Now a Senator from Naboo, Padmé Amidala has grown more beautiful and wise since her term as Queen. Frequently caught in the midst of tumultuous circumstances, Amidala strives for a peaceful resolution to the civil strife plaguing the Republic. 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 ******************* MASAMUNE SHIROW RELISTS APPLESEED: THE PROMETHEAN CHALLENGE TP (BOOK ONE) by Masamune Shirow SC, 132pg, b&w (STAR10806) . . . $16 .95 APPLESEED: PROMETHEUS UNBOUND TP (BOOK TWO) by Masamune Shirow SC, 132pg, b&w (STAR14782) . . . $16.95 APPLESEED: THE SCALES OF PROMETHEUS TP (BOOK THREE) by Masamune Shirow SC, 132pg, b&w (STAR11324) . . . $17.95 APPLESEED: THE PROMETHEAN BALANCE TP (BOOK FOUR) by Masamune Shirow SC, 216pg, b&w (STAR11325) . . . $17.95 APPLESEED DATABOOK PACK by Masamune Shirow Issue #1-2, b&w, each book 48pg, SC (STAR11482) . . . $7.00 BLACK MAGIC TP by Masamune Shirow SC, 204pg, b&w (STAR08511) . . . $16.95 CYBERWORLD PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2"x 10 3/8" color prints . . . $19.99 DOMINION TP by Masamune Shirow SC, 224pg, b&w (STAR11014) . . . $16.95 INTRON DEPOT LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11684) . . . $19.95 GHOST IN THE SHELL TP by Masamune Shirow SC, 352pg, b&w (STAR01697) . . . $24.95 MASAMUME SHIROW 2002 CALENDAR FC, 19 3/4" x 8 1/4" unfolded . . . $24.99 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S MORNING STAR STATUE 12" tall, fully-painted and packaged in an illustrated box (STAR10489) . . . $150.00 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S REQUIEM STATUE: 22" tall on base w/wings and hand-painted (STAR11825) . . . $150.00 ORION 3RD EDITION TP by Masamune Shirow SC, 272pg, b&w (STAR13440) . . . $19.95 COMPLETE MANGA RELISTS 3 X 3 EYES: BLOOD OF THE SACRED DEMON TP by Yuzo Takada SC, 144pg, b&w (STAR15232) . . . $13.95 3 X 3 EYES: FLIGHT OF THE DEMON TP by Yuzo Takada SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR14681) . . . $16.95 AKIRA BOOK 1 by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 364pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12302) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 2 by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 304pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12977) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 3 by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 288pg, b&w (STAR13635) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 4 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 400pg, b&w (STAR10435) . . . $27.95 AKIRA BOOK 5 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 416pg, b&w (STAR14931) . . . $27.95 AKIRA BOOK 6 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 440pg, b&w (STAR15433) . . . $29.95 ASTRO BOY VOLUME 1 TP by Osamu Tezuka SC, 224pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7" (STAR15434) . . . $9.95 ASTRO BOY VOLUME 2 TP by Osamu Tezuka SC, 208pg, 4 1/2" x 7", b&w (STAR01283) . . . $9.95 ASTRO BOY VOLUME 3 TP by Osamu Tezuka SC, 208pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7" . . . $9.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: BLOOD OF A THOUSAND TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 136pg, b&w (STAR09342) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: CRY OF THE WORM TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR09466) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: DARK SHADOWS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 192pg, b&w (STAR12025) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: DREAMSONG TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR10275) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: THE GATHERING TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR14147) . . . $15.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: THE GATHERING VOL. II TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 216pg, b&w (STAR14935) . . . $15.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: HEART OF DARKNESS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 240pg, b&w (STAR13139) . . . $16.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: ON SILENT WINGS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR09943) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: ON SILENT WINGS II TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 184pg, b&w (STAR10899) . . . $14.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS: GRAND MAL TP by Adam Warren SC, 112pg, FC (STAR01257) . . . $14.95 DOMU: A CHILD'S DREAM 2ND ED. TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 240pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR01537) . . . $17.95 DRAKUUN: THE REVENGE OF GUSTAV TP by Johji Manabe SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR09380) . . . $14.95 DRAKUUN: SHADOW OF THE WARLOCK TP by Johji Manabe SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR10114) . . . $14.95 GUNSMITH CATS: BAD TRIP TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR10787) . . . $13.95 GUNSMITH CATS: BEAN BANDIT TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 224pg, b&w (STAR11498) . . . $16.95 GUNSMITH CATS: BONNIE & CLYDE TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR09143) . . . $13.95 GUNSMITH CATS: GOLDIE VS. MISTY TP by Kenichi Sonoda ---SC, 192pg, b&w (STAR08984) . . . $15.95 GUNSMITH CATS: KIDNAPPED TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 232pg, b&w (STAR13160) . . . $16.95 GUNSMITH CATS: MISFIRE TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 184pg, b&w (STAR00326) . . . $15.95 GUNSMITH CATS: MISTER V TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 224pg, b&w (STAR14477) . . . $18.95 GUNSMITH CATS: MISTY'S RUN TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 176pg, b&w (STARSTAR15104) . . . $14.95 GUNSMITH CATS: THE RETURN OF GRAY TP by Kenichi Sonoda SC, 248pg, b&w (STAR07630) . . . $17.95 OH MY GODDESS!: THE ADVENTURES OF THE MINI-GODDESSES TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 88pg, b&w (STAR11200) . . . $9.95 OH MY GODDESS!: CHILDHOOD'S END TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 216pg, b&w (STAR15354) . . . $15.95 OH MY GODDESS!: THE DEVIL IN MISS URD TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR13583) . . . $14.95 OH MY GODDESS!: THE FOURTH GODDESS TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 280pg, b&w . . . $18.95 OH MY GODDESS!: LOVE POTION NO. 9 TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 192pg, b&w (STAR09467) . . . $14.95 OH MY GODDESS!: MARA STRIKES BACK TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR11145) . . . $14.95 OH MY GODDESS!: MISS KEIICHI TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 232pg, b&w (STAR13173) . . . $16.95 OH MY GODDESS!: NINJA MASTER! TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR12044). . . $13.95 OH MY GODDESS!: THE QUEEN OF VENGEANCE TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR10402) . . . $13.95 OH MY GODDESS!: SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR09940) . . . $13.95 OH MY GODDESS!: TERRIBLE MASTER URD TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR11152) . . . $14.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 3 TP by Johji Manabe SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR01299) . . . $13.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 5 TP by Johji Manabe SC, 216pg, b&w (STAR07440) . . . $14.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 6 TP by Johji Manabe SC, 184pg, b&w (STAR09857) . . . $14.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 7 TP by Johji Manabe SC, 184pg, b&w (STAR10124) . . . $14.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 8 TP by Johji Manabe SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR10789). . . $14.95 SERAPHIC FEATHER TP by Hiroyuki Utatane and Yo Morimoto SC, 232pg, b&w (STAR14712) . . . $16.95 MASAKAZU KATSURA'S SHADOW LADY: THE AWAKENING TP by Masakazu Katsura SC, b&w, 184pg (STAR12330) . . . $15.95 MASAKAZU KATSURA'S SHADOW LADY: SUDDEN DEATH TP by Masakazu Katsura SC, 176pg, b&w (STAR13477) . . . $14.95 SHADOW STAR TP by Mohiro Kitoh SC, 192pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR14504) . . . $15.95 SHADOW STAR: DARKNESS VISIBLE TP by Mohiro Kitoh SC, 182pg, b&w (STAR15578) . . . $14.95 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST!: THE WILD ONES TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR07031) . . . $12.95 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST! : LIGHTS AND SIREN! TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 120pg, b&w (STAR10419) . . . $10.95 LUNCHBOX RELISTS BONE LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11644) . . . $19.95 CHRIS WARE'S RUSTY BROWN LUNCHBOX FC, embossed metal . . . $19.99 DEVIL GIRL LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12577) . . . $19.99 FLASH GORDON LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12314) . . . $19.99 FUTURAMA LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12315) . . . $19.99 GROO LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR10347) . . . $19.95 HELLBOY LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR10349) . . . $19.95 INTRON DEPOT LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11684) . . . $19.95 LITTLE NEMO IN SLUMBERLAND LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 MADMAN LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11005) . . . $19.95 MILK & CHEESE LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3-3/4" (STAR10355) . . . $19.95 OLIVIA LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3-3/4" (STAR11006) . . . $19.95 SOCK MONKEY LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11660) . . . $19.95 SPIRIT LUNCHBOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 THUNDERBIRDS LUNCHBOX FC, embossed metal LUNCHBOX, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 ********************* DC COMICS Loeb & Lee on BATMAN monthly! BATMAN #608 Ever since the news broke last spring, fans and readers alike have waited breathlessly for this moment: Jim Lee pencilling Batman! You've seen the sketches and previews in Wizard: The Comics Magazine. You read about it online. You've been awed by the posters and banners at the summer conventions. Now, one of the most anticipated events of the year is here! BATMAN #608 is the start of "Hush" — a 12-part, uninterrupted storyline where superstar artist Lee unleashes his talent on one of DC's greatest icons. Joining Lee is someone who is no stranger to the World's Greatest Detective: writer Jeph Loeb, who has spun such classic maxiseries as the Eisner and Wizard Award-winning BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN and BATMAN: DARK VICTORY, and who now brings his powerful storytelling abilities to the monthly title. Beautifully inked by Scott Williams, "Hush" is a bold new adventure in the life of the Dark Knight, and surely will set a new standard for Batman stories for years to come. The details of "Hush" have been kept tightly under wraps, as it features more surprises than readers can imagine. What we can tell you is that it features a wide array of friends and foes from the Batman cast, including Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Killer Croc, the Joker, Two-Face, Huntress, and — before it's all done — a certain Man of Steel. There will be action, murder, mystery, romance…and death in a story that will keep you guessing right up until the end! This project is supported with a full-color poster, Wizard: The Comics Magazine preview, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. BATMAN is an ongoing series edited by Bob Schreck. Issue #608 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores October 23 with a cover price of $2.25 U.S. Rescuing a mad world GLOBAL FREQUENCY There are 1001 people on the Global Frequency, connected across a worldwide telecommunications spider web from Nova Scotia to Tasmania. You'll never know when you'll get the call, but when you do you have 30 minutes to save the world. Global Frequency — the last, best line of defense that you have never heard of. And if you're lucky, you never will. WildStorm Productions is proud to present a bold new project from the fertile imagination of writer Warren Ellis (THE AUTHORITY, TRANSMETROPOLITAN). GLOBAL FREQUENCY is a 12-issue maxiseries with each issue drawn by a different, brilliant comics artist suited to that issue. Issue #1 features art by Garry Leach (THE AUTHORITY, Miracleman), and future contributors include Steve Dillon, Gene Ha, Glenn Fabry, and David Lloyd. Brian Wood designs and creates the distinctive covers for all 12 issues. Global Frequency is an independent defense intelligence organization with a thousand and one agents all over the world. Everyone's a potential member but they don't know they're needed until they hear that unusual cell phone tone — and within moments, you might see them leaving their house in a hurry, wearing a jacket or shirt with the distinctive Global Frequency symbol. It's now their time to defend the world! Who's on the other end of the phone line? The call itself comes from Aleph, central dispatcher for the Global Frequency, and she gets her orders from Miranda Zero (not her real name, but the only one you're getting), creator and operator of the organization. Her true identity was erased from the world's records the moment she went into business. And the Global Frequency's mission? It's here to clean up after the 20th century — to keep an eye on the bad, mad things in the dark that the public never found out about. All the black projects, the deranged science, the chilly encounters with the unknown, the Cold War traps — they're all sitting there like landmines. Eventually someone will trip over one of them. The Global Frequency is there to catch them when they fall, and defuse the mines before they explode into mainstream consciousness, causing more pain and horror than they have already. So who will be the next person to answer the Global Frequency? There's only one way to find out… This project is supported with a full-color poster, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. GLOBAL FREQUENCY is a 12-issue WildStorm Productions maxiseries edited by Scott Dunbier. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores October 23 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THE FURIES HARDCOVER At the close of the immensely popular VERTIGO series THE SANDMAN, Lyta Hall's young son became the new Dream King. But what became of Lyta herself? Her story unfolds in THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THE FURIES — an original 96-page VERTIGO hardcover graphic novel written by Mike Carey (LUCIFER, HELLBLAZER), with photo-realistic paintings by John Bolton (THE BOOKS OF MAGIC, USER). In the three years since Daniel left to fulfill his destiny, Lyta has suffered greatly from the loss of her only son. Born half-human and half-Fury, Lyta has always connected more with her human side. But now the bloodline that has made her kin to the Furies — a terrifying trio of spirits who exact an inimitable brand of vengeance — has taken over her senses…and her sanity. In an effort to escape her pain and unravel her mysterious heritage before it consumes her, Lyta accepts a job with a traveling theatre troupe on its way to Athens, Greece — the very location where her mother was blessed — or cursed — with the power of the Furies. But the journey ahead proves to be far more harrowing than anything Lyta has encountered, as a series of cruel and familiar mythological figures set their sights on destroying the Furies — and plan to use Lyta Hall as the ultimate pawn. Lyta finally sees the son she thought she lost forever, but is the fateful reunion with the new Lord of Dreams everything she expected? Set in the historically rich city of Athens, the dark netherworld of Hades and the ethereal realms of existence above and in between, this mythological maelstrom of dark secrets and deception chronicles one woman's explosive journey from emotional hell to salvation. This project is supported with a bookmark, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THE FURIES is a 96-page VERTIGO hardcover edited by Shelly Bond and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores October 30 with a cover price of $24.95 U.S. THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN HARDCOVER The eagerly anticipated sequel to BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS is gathered together for the first time with THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN — a 256-page hardcover written and illustrated by Frank Miller with magnificent colors by Lynn Varley. This incredible volume, designed by multiple award-winner Chip Kidd, features an introduction by Miller commenting on returning to the world he created fifteen years ago. The book includes the complete 3-part story, plus sketches, color samples and other never-before-seen material. It's been three years since the events of THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, and everything is just fine — at least on the surface. What the world at large doesn't know is that it's a total sham. A perfectly choreographed, pretty little world where everything that's ugly, or even potentially disturbing, is all nicely wrapped up with neat little ribbons and swept under the carpet. Only he knows better. He's watched it fester to near-breaking point, and it's time for the only free man left who can effect any real change to bring it all down around their ears once and for all. The Dark Knight returns once again with a vitality unseen since the first years of his war on crime. Together with his army of Bat-soldiers, including Carrie Kelly — formerly Robin, and now the new Catgirl — the Dark Knight wages a new war on a diseased world that's become completely lost. THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN features appearances by such DC icons as Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Arrow, Martian Manhunter, the Atom, the Question, and more. But are they still the World's Greatest Heroes? BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS — NEW EDITION HARDCOVER Over five years since it was last published in hardcover form, one of the most groundbreaking comic-book tales ever created returns in a new hardcover edition, also featuring a dust jacket designed by Chip Kidd! Writer/artist Frank Miller's classic tale BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS — NEW EDITION is a 224- page saga of a dark world and even darker knight. Joined by inker Klaus Janson and frequent colorist collaborator Lynn Varley, Miller reinvented the Batman story with this masterful tale taking place ten years after the Dark Knight retired from crimefighting. But crime itself has not gone away, and the man who was Batman is unable to exorcise the bitter memories of his parents' murders — making the long suppressed voice of his vigilante side aching to break through once more. The Dark Knight returns in a blaze of glory, fighting a new generation of crime in Gotham City. And he is not alone — soon he is joined by teenager Carrie Kelly who becomes an all-new Robin to complete the Dynamic Duo. But can they handle the likes of Two-Face and the Joker, when time has only made them crazier and deadlier than ever? And what of a certain Man of Steel, who disapproves of his former crimefighting friend's methods? THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS has been hailed as a comics masterpiece and is one of the most influential stories ever told in this medium. If you've never read this seminal work, then here's your chance to experience it in a handsome new hardcover volume. These projects are supported with a full-color poster, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN is a 256-page hardcover arriving in comic-book stores October 30 with a cover price of $29.95 U.S. BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS — NEW EDITION is a 224-page hardcover arriving in comic-book stores October 30 with a cover price of $24.95 U.S. Note: A softcover version of THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN will be available no earlier than April, 2003. DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TRADE PAPERBACK J. Scott Campbell's action-packed, sexy and daring CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS creation, DANGER GIRL, was a bona fide hit from the get-go. Now the complete adventure is yours to own with DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION, a 262-page trade paperback written by Campbell & Andy Hartnell, with luscious art by Campbell & Alex Garner! Abbey Chase, an expert in rare antiquities and an adventuress of the highest caliber, is recruited by Deuce, leader of the ultra-secret spy group known as Danger Girl. Chase's expertise is needed to assist in the recovery of several mystical artifacts coveted by agents of the sinister Hammer Syndicate, a fascist organization whose final objective is world domination. What part these artifacts play in the equation is unknown, but the Danger Girls will do whatever is necessary to find out. Abbey, accompanied by fellow team members Sydney Savage, Natalia Kassle and Silicon Valerie, along with brash secret agent Johnny Barracuda, navigate a trail fraught with intrigue, betrayal, deception, and, most of all, danger, as they strive to make the world a safer place. This sizzling collection has it all: the complete saga of DANGER GIRL issues #1-7, and the ultra-rare introductory short story from the NEW HORIZONS VOYAGER PACK (originally polybagged with GEN13 Volume One #25) that introduced the Danger Girls. Plus, a comprehensive cover gallery section featuring every single DANGER GIRL cover — including variants by CLIFFHANGER co-founders Joe Madureira and Humberto Ramos. You'll also be wowed by the wonderful sketchbook section (containing material not seen in the J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK) — with running commentary from the magic pencil of J. Scott Campbell! But that's not all! THE COMPLETE COLLECTION also contains an introduction by Bruce Campbell (no relation to J. Scott), noted actor (Army of Darkness, Xena) and DANGER GIRL fan! This project is supported with house ads. DANGER GIRL is a 262-page trade paperback from CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS, arriving in comic-book stores October 9 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. JLA: TERROR INCOGNITA TRADE PAPERBACK They're baaaaaaaaack! In a new collection featuring the World's Greatest Heroes, some of the JLA's deadliest foes return. During the team's battle with the alien sentergy known as ID (reprinted in JLA: DIVIDED WE FALL), the horrifying White Martians were set loose! JLA: TERROR INCOGNITA is a 144-page trade paperback featuring the epic storyline written by Mark Waid, with art by Bryan Hitch & Paul Neary (who provide the cover) and Mike S. Miller & Dave Meikis. After years of psychic imprisonment the White Martians have returned to wreak vengeance on their captors — the JLA — with a plan to systematically destroy each of our heroes and disable the Earth's ability to create their one weakness: fire! Can even the combined might of the JLA triumph over an army of invisible, super-strong telepaths bent on galactic conquest? Reprinting JLA #55-60, TERROR INCOGNITA also collects THE JOKER: LAST LAUGH crossover issue (written by Chuck Dixon & Scott Beatty with art by Darryl Banks & Wayne Faucher) that featured a "Jokerized" version of Doctor Polaris wreaking havoc on Earth's magnetic poles. Plus, a classic Christmas tale titled "'Twas the Fight Before Christmas" (written by Waid with art by Cliff Rathburn & Neary), in which our heroes learn a most important holiday lesson during a fight with the demon Neron. This project is supported with house ads. JLA: TERROR INCOGNITA is a 144-page trade paperback arriving in comic-book stores October 9 with a cover price of $12.95 U.S. JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE SOFTCOVER One of the grandest, most breathtaking adventures of the JLA unfolds in this 112-page softcover graphic novel written and fully painted by the brilliantly gifted Christopher Moeller (LUCIFER covers). JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE is an epic in which the Justice League is divided against itself in a heartbreaking battle to the death. An ancient, evil dragon awakens from his subterranean slumber once again to menace a world that's forgotten such monsters of flame and guile ever existed. But the new world of today has its own Round Table of protectors in the form of the JLA. When Wonder Woman goes to the infallible Amazon oracle and learns that the JLA is destined to die in battle against the dragon, she must make the most difficult decision of her life — embarking on a terrible, unwinnable quest to thwart fate, putting her at odds with those she loves most. In A LEAGUE OF ONE, Superman, Batman and the rest of the League learn that while some heroes may be Wonder Woman's match, none surpass her. A LEAGUE OF ONE is a sumptuous visual feast, a rich tapestry of storytelling that is poetic in its soaring beauty. This project is supported with house ads. JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE is a 112-page softcover edited by Dan Raspler, arriving in comic-book stores October 16 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. BATMAN: THE DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES Volume One HARDCOVER With Batman's 300th appearance in DETECTIVE COMICS, editor Julie Schwartz decided to give Batman and Robin a "new look." In 1964, the sales on these characters — believe it or not — were low and in need of a kick-start. But in the hands of Schwartz's talented team of writers and artists, the Dynamic Duo were revitalized and regained their popularity! By popular demand, DC inaugurates a new Archive series with BATMAN: THE DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES Volume One — a 240-page hardcover advance-solicited for arrival in February. Written by Gardner Fox and John Broome, and illustrated by Carmine Infantino & Joe Giella, these celebrated stories have never been collected before! THE DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES Volume One gives comics fans the opportunity to watch a new editorial approach grow and mature. This volume reprints DETECTIVE COMICS #327-339 — considered to be the first "Silver Age" adventures of Batman & Robin. Some of the pulse-pounding tales you can expect within include "The Joker's Last Laugh," "The Man Who Stole From Batman," "Batman's Super-Powered Punch," and "Batman Battles the Living Beast-Bomb!" All this, plus an Elongated Man story! SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Following the success of the SILVER AGE SUPERMAN & LOIS LANE DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET, DC Direct is proud to present the much-demanded Dynamic Duo featured in the SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET — advance-solicited to arrive the same week as the BATMAN: DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES Volume One! As a child, Bruce Wayne witnessed the murder of his parents and dedicated his life to combating crime as Batman. After Dick Grayson's parents were killed by gangsters, Wayne took the boy in and trained him to become Robin, the Boy Wonder. Now the classic Silver Age look of Batman and Robin is immortalized in this Deluxe Action Figure Set, sculpted by Tim Bruckner. Batman stands approximately 6 1/4" tall while Robin stands approximately 5 3/4" tall. Both action figures feature eleven points of articulation. This set also includes two 1" long Batarangs, a 12" long Batrope with a suction cup, and a (9 1/2" wide x 4 1/4 deep x 3/4" tall) base in the shape of a Gotham City rooftop. Both figures and accessories are packaged in a 4- color window box. BATMAN: THE DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES Volume One is a 240-page hardcover. It is advance-solicited for arrival in comic-book stores February 12, 2003 with a cover price of $49.95 U.S. The SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET is advance-solicited for arrival in comic-book stores February 12, 2003. Please consult your retailer for pricing information. SUPERMAN/BATMAN: WORLD'S FINEST — NEW EDITION TRADE PAPERBACK Superman…Batman. Metropolis…Gotham City. Light…Dark. Yin…Yang. They are the World's Finest heroes, and they couldn't be more different. One is a shining beacon of hope and protector to the citizens of the sparkling city of Metropolis. The other hides in shadows and strikes fear into the evildoers who dwell in crime-ridden Gotham City. But they have more in common than they realize. For one, they're both orphans of a sort. These similarities, as well as their differences, are explored in full in SUPERMAN/BATMAN: WORLD'S FINEST — a new edition of the 160-page trade paperback written by Dave Gibbons, with art by Steve Rude & Karl Kesel, and a painted cover by Rude. You also couldn't get two more different villains than Lex Luthor and The Joker. Defeated over and over by their heroic counterparts, the two criminal masterminds decide to make a deal: switch both cities and adversaries — and maybe, they'll be rid of the World's Finest once and for all! Gibbons's masterly script explores the deep psychological contrasts and conflicts that drive each hero in their quests for justice, while Rude's & Kesel's beautiful renderings of the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight will take your breath away! SUPERMAN/BATMAN: WORLD'S FINEST — NEW EDITION is a 160-page trade paperback arriving in comic- book stores October 9 with a new, lower cover price of $14.95 U.S. BIRDS OF PREY TRADE PAPERBACK — NEW EDITION The first collection of BIRDS OF PREY stories is back in print, just in time for the new TV series to debut on the WB network! BIRDS OF PREY — NEW EDITION is a 208-page trade paperback featuring a new cover by Matt Haley & Wade Von Grawbadger (which will soon be offered as a DC Direct poster!). In these action-packed stories, Black Canary puts the past behind her — with more than a little help from Oracle — adopting a new costume and a new attitude as she faces threats in an array of international locales. As a rocky partnership develops between the Canary and the wheelchair-bound Oracle — who offers (sometimes unwanted) counsel via satellite uplink — the Canary is assisted by unlikely allies such as Catwoman, the Huntress and Lois Lane! Along the way, the duo face drug smugglers, human slave traders and a man who has wronged not only the Canary, but the Catwoman and Huntress as well! Written by Chuck Dixon (with Jordan B. Gorfinkel), and illustrated by Gary Frank & John Dell, Haley & Von Grawbadger, Stefano Raffaele & Bob McLeod, and Jennifer Graves & Stan Woch, this collection reprints the duo's first pairing in the BLACK CANARY/ORACLE: BIRDS OF PREY one-shot, the 4-issue BIRDS OF PREY: MANHUNT miniseries, and the BIRDS OF PREY: REVOLUTION one-shot. Plus, the BIRDS story from SHOWCASE '96 #3 is also included. Featuring one of the most original and dynamic pairings of crime-fighting heroines, BIRDS OF PREY reveals the intense relationship that still has comics fans talking — and that inspired the TV show! BIRDS OF PREY — NEW EDITION is a 208-page trade paperback, arriving in comic-book stores October 2 with a cover price of $17.95 U.S. THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES Volume Three HARDCOVER With one mighty word — "Shazam!" — young Billy Batson becomes the World's Mightiest Mortal! THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES Volume Three is a 216-page hardcover continuing the early adventures of Captain Marvel — written by C.C. Beck and others, with art by Beck, George Tuska, Mac Raboy and Pete Costanza. The adventures of Captain Marvel really start hitting their stride in this volume, featuring an introduction by movie producer Michael Uslan and reprinting stories from AMERICA'S GREATEST COMICS #1, CAPTAIN MARVEL ADVENTURES #2 & 3, and WHIZ COMICS #21-24 (1941). With the release of the Captain Marvel movie serial, Fawcett Comics began to diversify its top super-hero with a Captain Marvel Club for its readers, merchandise and the comics introduction of characters from the serial. Volume Three finds the "Big Red Cheese" facing his most nefarious foe, Dr. Sivana, who shrinks poor Billy Batson and the lovely Beautia down to insect size, where they face a myriad of microscopic menaces! Sivana also returns in a second tale with a mysterious paralyzing gas to confound our hero, and, just for good measure, a third story as the brains behind a primitive foe that goes by the name of the Beast Ruler. But that's not all! This volume also contains the very first appearance of the Three Lieutenants Marvel and the comics introduction of Whitey Murphy (from the movie serial). Plus, Captain Marvel confronts the menace of a ship-scuttling saboteur, intrigue in a temple in Central America, spies at our nation's capital, ocean- going saboteurs, invading spider men from Mars, pirates, arsonists, and more! As a bonus, a 2-page text piece is included which was the first installment of a prose adaptation of the serial The Adventures of Captain Marvel. THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES Volume Three is a 216-page hardcover arriving in comic-book stores October 30 with a cover price of $49.95 U.S. TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER'S THRASH TRADE PAPERBACK As the ongoing series came to a close in September, discover for yourself why VERTIGO readers rave about writer Warren Ellis's and artist Darick Robertson's series with TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER'S THRASH — a 144-page trade paperback reprinting TRANSMETROPOLITAN #37-42 and featuring an introduction by filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (p, Requiem for a Dream). The hammer has come down on him, but outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem has managed to stay one step ahead of his detractors — i.e., the President of the United States and his authoritarian lackeys in publishing and law enforcement. After losing his byline, bank account and apartment, Jerusalem and his Filthy Assistants have legged it underground, the better to implement his plan. What plan, you ask? Why, the plan to bring down the President, of course! As Ellis, Robertson and inker Rodney Ramos show you, the stakes are about to become much higher than anything previously hinted at. SPIDER'S THRASH follows Jerusalem and his crew as they prepare for the coming battles, and visits the darkened, forgotten corners of the City and their broken and struggling denizens — desperate for someone to continue telling the truth. This project is supported with house ads and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER'S THRASH is a 144-page VERTIGO trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores October 16 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION® — FORGIVENESS SOFTCOVER Colin Blakeney, 21st-century inventor of the technology that will give the world the transporter and the holodeck, is the victim of a treacherous attack that beams him out of his world and into…forever. So begins STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION® FORGIVENESS — a softcover version of WildStorm Productions' acclaimed hardcover, written by bestselling science fiction novelist David Brin (The Postman, the Uplift Storm trilogy, Brightness Reef, Glory Season) and beautifully painted by Scott Hampton (BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES, Black Widow: Breakdown). Three hundred years after Blakeney's disappearance, the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise™ NCC-1701-E detect a stray transporter beam in deep space. On their way to an encounter with the Palami — a hostile race that may be preparing for interstellar war — Captain Picard and his crew have other things on their minds. But when they realize that there's a living being inside the wayward beam, they bring it aboard — and encounter a mystery for the ages! With the sure fictional hand and scientific expertise his legions of readers have come to expect, Brin turns his attention to the universe of Star Trek® — and to the comics medium — for the first time. Hampton's painted artwork on other comics projects has won accolades from fans around the world and has established his reputation as one of the finest painters working in the graphic-novel medium. FORGIVENESS is a masterly work that must not be missed by any fan of Star Trek, arresting comics art or great science fiction. This project is supported with house ads. STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION® — FORGIVENESS is a 96-page WildStorm softcover edited by Jeff Mariotte. It arrives in comic-book stores October 2 with a cover price of $17.95 U.S. RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK THREE TRADE PAPERBACK The hot-selling videogame that spawned a hit movie continues as a spine-tingling comic-book saga! RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK THREE is a 144-page trade paperback from WildStorm Productions that continues to adapt the Hong Kong version of the Resident Evil comics into English! Originally written by Lee Chung Hing and illustrated by Hui King Sum, and translated into English dialogue by Ted Adams & Kris Oprisko (RESIDENT EVIL: FIRE & ICE), BOOK THREE finds Claire Redfield captured and locked in an island prison by agents of the evil Umbrella corporation. But when the Umbrella-created monstrosities on the island get loose, Claire wins her freedom the hard way by battling creature after creature. Encountering another human — a young man named Steve who has his own reasons for hating Umbrella — the two join forces in an effort to get off the island on a stolen plane. But Alfred Ashford, the Umbrella madman who runs the island prison, is quick to follow them. Claire and Steve learn that Umbrella's reach is truly global. This project is supported with house ads. RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK THREE is a 144-page WildStorm Productions trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores October 2 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER TRADE PAPERBACK Just when the Authority is at the height of their power, they are shattered and defeated in the blink of an eye. Taking their place is a new team with the same powers, looking vaguely similar, but possessing none of the original team's empathy, kindness, and humanity. How could this happen? And what is the fate of the original team's members? All these questions are answered in THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER — the fourth WildStorm Productions trade paperback collecting THE AUTHORITY #22-29, finishing the book's current run. Featuring stories from Mark Millar and Tom Peyer, and art from Frank Quitely, Dustin Nguyen, Art Adams, and Gary Erskine, TRANSFER OF POWER vividly demonstrates how power corrupts — especially when the people given the power are corrupt to begin with! Government sponsored and approved, focus-group tested, ethnically and politically diverse, the new Authority plays by a different rule book. They are the keepers of the new world order, and pity anyone dumb enough to stand in their way. This "Eye of the Storm" volume also introduces (and shows the final fate of) the ultimate super-powered being, Seth — the nastiest creation ever to be dreamed up in an unaccountable black-ops government lab! This project is supported with house ads. THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER is a 192-page WildStorm Productions trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores October 16 with a cover price of $17.95 U.S. FABLES #6 VERTIGO's hot new series begins a new 5-part story arc — "Animal farm" — featuring the pencils of Mark Buckingham (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: MERV PUMKINHEAD — AGENT OF DREAM, Peter Parker: Spider-Man). Buckingham joins regular writer Bill Willingham, inker Steve Leialoha and cover painter James Jean with FABLES #6. Fabletown's Deputy Mayor Snow White is left physically exhausted, spiritually drained, and in need of a big rest — now that her sister's murder has been solved, and the guilty parties have been punished. So she decides to personally drive one errant Colin Piggy back up to the Farm, the remote, upstate annex where the non-human Fables reside. But rest and relaxation will have to wait for our heroine. Something wicked is brewing in upstate New York and Snow White's untimely arrival lands her in the thick of it. While comics fans have been won over by the charm and wit of FABLES, just look at what the critics have been saying: "[Willingham's] juxtaposition of old stories through the eyes of modern society is clever and entertaining." — Fourth Rail. "…instantly compelling, more than enough to make us come back each month." — Cinescape.com. "…a strong addition to VERTIGO's stable, and one that every fan should take a look at." — Snap Judgments. "A real success" — Icomics.com. FABLES is an ongoing VERTIGO series edited by Shelly Bond and is suggested for mature readers. Issue #6 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores October 9 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: BATMAN WALL PLAQUE DC Direct has been a leader in comics-related product, ranging from action figures to statues to posters and much more! Now a brand new product line will be hitting comic-book stores early next year, with the addition of Wall Plaques! From the hit Cartoon Network animated series comes the JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: BATMAN WALL PLAQUE — advance-solicited this month for arrival in January, 2003. This is the first in an exciting new line of fully- sculpted wall reliefs that will also feature Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Superman, and the Flash! The Dark Knight is shown as he appears in the Justice League animated series, in a hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain wall relief sculpted by John G. Mathews. The Wall Plaque measures approximately 4 1/2" tall x 8" wide x 2 1/2" deep, and is packaged in a 4-color box. Liven up your walls by collecting all five JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED WALL PLAQUES in 2003! The JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: BATMAN WALL PLAQUE is advance-solicited. It arrives in comic-book stores January 22, 2003 with a price of $39.95 U.S. DOOM PATROL #13 They're comics' strangest super-team…and they're about to get even stranger… The Doom Patrol has gone through their share of weird and deadly adventures — from the final tragic mission of the original group, to the current incarnation's first outing as a corporate super-team! But nothing's prepared them for what happens in DOOM PATROL #13, the first of a 2-part story featuring the wild and visionary drawings of guest-artist Seth Fisher (GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD, THE FLASH: TIME FLIES)! Joined by regular writer John Arcudi and artist Tan Eng Huat (who returns to interior art duties with issue #15) on covers, Fisher illustrates a tale that will have fans talking. Robotman finds a tie-pin in a strange antique box — a pin that once belonged to Dr. Niles Caulder, the chief of the original Doom Patrol. And once Robotman makes the connection, he and the entire modern-day team are transformed into…the original team?!? Old and new fans alike will be dying to know what this means for the future of comics' beloved team of super-misfits! DOOM PATROL is an ongoing series edited by Andy Helfer. Issue #13 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores October 2 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. The return of Kara Zor-El! SUPERGIRL #75 With her personal journeys ended — no Earth Angels, no Chaos Streams, no demons to fight — Linda Danvers now can claim to be the one and only Supergirl, right? Wrong! When a spacecraft crashes down outside Leesburg, Supergirl races over to the destroyed craft to look for survivors, and finds...Supergirl?!? Fifteen-year-old Kara Zor-El makes her debut again for the first time in SUPERGIRL #75, written by Peter David and featuring the new art team of Ed Benes (GEN13, CODENAME: KNOCKOUT) & Alex Lei, and cover artist Rob Haynes! No hoaxes. No imaginary stories. No Elseworlds here. This is Kara Zor-El, and Linda Danvers — no stranger to conflicts with duality — becomes immersed in a mystery that will shake her very identity and existence. Who is this young girl wearing the "S"? Where did she come from, and how does she have more powers and abilities than Linda? Is this part of a larger dilemma, and if so, who else is involved? Linda's going to have more than her share of questions over the next several months, and she very well may not like the answers, nor will she like the fates that await both her and Kara. SUPERGIRL #75 is a great jumping-on point for the next stage of Supergirl's life, a story for which writer David plans on pulling out all the stops. Two Supergirls. One outcome. The question to ask: Which one? This issue is supported with house ads and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. SUPERGIRL is an ongoing series edited by Mike McAvennie. Issue #75 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores October 23 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN DETECTIVE COMICS #775 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY RICK BURCHETT, STEFANO GAUDIANO, JIM ROYAL, AND RICK HOBERG; COVER BY BILL SIENKIEWICZ In stores October 2. In this extra-sized issue, writer Greg Rucka ends his historic run on DETECTIVE with Batman turning up the heat on Checkmate in an effort to squeeze them for information on the fate of Sasha Bordeaux. But when an unexpected agent shows up in Gotham City, will Bruce's life ever be the same? Plus, Part 3 of "The Hunt," by John Francis Moore, Stefano Gaudiano & Rick Hoberg — leading directly into next month's BATMAN: FAMILY weekly event! FC, 48 PG. $3.50 BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #160 WRITTEN BY JOHN OSTRANDER; ART BY DAVID LOPEZ AND DAN GREEN; COVER BY JASON PEARSON In stores October 9. "Loyalties," Part 2 of 3. James Gordon has been kidnapped and brought back to his hometown of Chicago to be tortured into revealing the name of the last surviving eyewitness to a grisly murder. The witness: his niece, Barbara! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #34 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND DANIELLE DWYER; ART BY ROGER ROBINSON, C. SCOTT MORSE AND JOHN FLOYD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores October 16. Part 1 of "Tabula Rasa." A savage attack on an innocent woman triggers a development in the life of the Dark Knight. Meanwhile, Bruce Wayne is confronted by his old nemesis Bane who brings startling information about the late Thomas Wayne! Could this be the beginning of the strangest Dynamic Duo ever? Plus, a Batman Black & White backup, "The Delusions of Alfred Pennyworth," written by Danielle Dwyer and illustrated by C. Scott Morse (Magic Pickle). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN #608 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores October 23. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose… For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ******************************* Look for an appearance of Batman in BATGIRL #33 and HARLEY QUINN #25, plus the BATMAN OVERSIZED POSTER BY ALES ROSS, the JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED BATMAN WALL PLAQUE and THE SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #95 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO; COVER BY MIKE ZECK AND JERRY ORDWAY In stores October 9. Azrael's madness leads him into battle with one of his oldest foes! The Demon Biis has returned. Will Jean Paul defeat him or turn him into the newest disciple of St. Dumas? And how does Two-Face fit into the picture? Join Azrael's growing legion of acolytes in a battle to save our souls! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 BATGIRL #33 WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores October 9. Batman enlists Batgirl to help him apprehend a dangerous new metahuman. But the metahuman is merely the first step in a wider investigation to find a mysterious figure named Alpha. Unfortunately for Cassandra, the only person with info on Alpha is the one man she never wanted to face again: her father, the deadly assassin David Cain! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS HC—NEW EDITION WRITTEN BY FRANK MILLER; ART AND COVER BY MILLER AND KLAUS JANSON In stores October 30. Writer/artist Frank Miller's classic, and one of the most groundbreaking comic-book stories ever, returns in a new hardcover edition featuring a dust jacket designed by multiple award-winner Chip Kidd! Ten years after the Dark Knight has retired from crimefighting, he finds himself unable to exorcise the bitter memories of his parents' murders — making the long suppressed voice of his vigilante side aching to break through once more. The Dark Knight returns in a blaze of glory, fighting a new generation of crime in Gotham City. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. HC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $24.95 THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN HC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY FRANK MILLER; COVER BY MILLER In stores October 30. Frank Miller's sequel to THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS is gathered together for the first time. Designed by Chip Kidd, this hardcover features an introduction and commentary by Miller on returning to the world he created fifteen years ago, and includes the complete 3-part story, plus sketches, color samples and other exciting material. The Dark Knight returns once again to wage a new war on a diseased world that's become completely lost. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. HC, 7X10, 256PG, FC $29.95 BATMAN: THE DYNAMIC DUO ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC WRITTEN BY GARDNER FOX AND JOHN BROOME; ART BY CARMINE INFANTINO AND JOE GIELLA; COVER BY INFANTINO AND MURPHY ANDERSON Advance-solicited; in stores February 12, 2003. By popular demand, DC inaugurates a new Archive series, starting with editor Julie Schwartz's celebrated "new look" to Batman. These celebrated stories have not been collected previously and give fans an opportunity to watch a new editorial approach grow and mature. This debut volume collects the first thirteen adventures plus an Elongated Man story, all from the pages of DETECTIVE COMICS #327-339. For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 240PG, FC $49.95 ******************************* Look for THE SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #55 WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BOB SMITH AND BEATTY In stores October 30. Batman finds himself caught in a deadly quarrel between mobsters, each claiming the other kidnapped his wife. He's got to help them out — or risk a full-fledged mob war. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 STARS OF THE MONTH BATMAN: HAUNTED KNIGHT TP WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY TIM SALE In stores October 23. Reoffered in time for Halloween! Before BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, before BATMAN: DARK VICTORY, award-winning creators Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale set their sights on the Dark Knight creating the three Halloween-themed tales collected in this volume. Featuring the Scarecrow, Mad Hatter, Penguin, Poison Ivy, and the Joker! (STAR10277D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $14.95 BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores October 9. The second entry in the acclaimed series of tabloid one-shots by the award-winning team of Dini and Ross features the Dark Knight and his war on crime — both on the streets of Gotham and in its shining corporate towers. For any one man to end crime is a near-impossible task. For Batman, it is his life work…an all-consuming obsession. (STAR10280D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* BIRDS OF PREY #48 WRITTEN BY TERRY MOORE; ART BY AMANDA CONNER AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI; COVER BY PHIL NOTO In stores October 16. Barbara Gordon, granted the gift of full mobility, saves the young girl Madison (a.k.a. Heartache) from a kidnapping attempt, and learns that the "gift" may be more of a curse than a blessing! Meanwhile, Canary finds herself in hot water with an underground liberation movement that seems bound and determined to capture Heartache. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BIRDS OF PREY TP — NEW EDITION WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL; ART BY GARY FRANK, MATT HALEY, STEFANO RAFFAELE, JENNIFER GRAVES, JOHN DELL, BOB MCLEOD, WADE VON GRAWBADGER, CAM SMITH, STAN WOCH, AND JOHN LOWE; COVER BY HALEY AND VON GRAWBADGER In stores October 2. The first collection of BIRDS OF PREY stories is back in print, just in time for the new TV series to debut on the WB network! This volume collects BLACK CANARY/ORACLE: BIRDS OF PREY, containing the very first adventure where Oracle seeks out Black Canary as her partner in globe-trotting adventure. Plus, BIRDS OF PREY: MANHUNT, BIRDS OF PREY: REVOLUTION, and the BIRDS story from SHOWCASE '96 #3. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 208PG, FC $17.95 CATWOMAN #12 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores October 23. Selina presents a very special gift to the East End in grand fashion while Slam Bradley displays his darker side. Holly rocks to her favorite band while a very deadly plan is put into motion, one that targets not just Catwoman, but Selina Kyle as well! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GOTHAM GIRLS #3 WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES In stores October 16. Harley Quinn gets control of a chemical formula everyone wants, which means that nothing goes as planned — not even for her best pal Poison Ivy. And Detective Reneé Montoya is hot on everyone's trail… FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.25 HARLEY QUINN #25 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART BY CRAIG ROUSSEAU AND DAN DAVIS; COVER BY CARLO BARBERI AND ALVARO LOPEZ In stores October 9. Batman guest-stars as the moment fans have waited for since issue #1 arrives at last! The Joker returns with something less than romance in his heart. Harley may have renounced him, but did she really mean it? And given that this is the Joker, you know nothing is going to be as it seems, as he launches a scheme that will have readers and Batman guessing until the end. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 NIGHTWING #74 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY RICK LEONARDI AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY MICHAEL GOLDEN In stores October 9. The conclusion of the 4-part "Something About Mary." Mary's flight takes her to London, where she faces the most dangerous villains of her long journey: Lady Vic and Brutale! Can Nightwing save Chief Redhorn's wife from two of the world's most dangerous assassins? It's a pulse-pounding conclusion that can't be missed! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ROBIN #107 WRITTEN BY JON LEWIS; ART BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY; COVER BY KEVIN LAU In stores October 16. The giant, creepy creature known as Charaxis hits town…or does he? Before he was transformed into Charaxis, he was Killer Moth. Now, his legacy is running about town, and mystery abounds as a series of crimes is committed simultaneously…by the same man! Meanwhile, Spoiler receives a piece of news that will change her life forever, and an old pal of Tim Drake's returns. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN SUPERMAN #187 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY FERRY AND DEXTER VINES In stores October 2. "Ending Battle" Part 5 of 8! The hunt for the mastermind behind the stalking of Clark Kent's friends and family continues! Superman returns to a Metropolis turned into a prison by the new Master Jailer. But that's not all — guarding the gates of that prison are deadlier versions of the Prankster, Bizarro, Metallo, and an all-new, female Puzzler. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ****************************** Look for SUPERMAN: ARRIVAL IN SMALLVILLE STATUE and POCKET SUPER HEROES SERIES II: SUPERMAN & CLARK KENT, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ****************************** ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #609 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DEREC AUCOIN; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN In stores October 9. "Ending Battle" Part 6 of 8. On the trail of the man responsible for the attacks on his friends and family, Superman is attacked by an armada of all-new villains. Can the Man of Steel stand up to the sheer number of adversaries against him?!? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #131 WRITTEN BY MARK SCHULTZ; ART BY BRANDON BADEAUX AND MARK MORALES; COVER BY CARLOS PACHECO AND JESÚS MERIÑO In stores October 16. "Ending Battle" Part 7 of 8. Facing the combined might of Mongul, (an intelligent) Bizarro, Master Jailer, and Silver Banshee, Superman doesn't stand a chance to get to Lois before she finds the unexpected visitor at her doorstep, and pays the ultimate price for her secrets. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ACTION COMICS #796 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY DUNCAN ROULEAU AND MARLO ALQUIZA; COVER BY DAN JURGENS AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ In stores October 23. The shocking conclusion to the 8-part "Ending Battle." How far can Superman be pushed as he confronts the man behind it all? Plus, the return of Superman's traditional yellow S-shield! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERGIRL #75 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART ED BENES AND ALEX LEI; COVER BY ROB HAYNES In stores October 23. Featuring the debut of the new art team of Ed Benes & Alex Lei, and an all-new direction for Supergirl! With her personal journeys ended — no Earth Angels, no Chaos Streams, no demons to fight — Linda Danvers can now claim to be the one and only Supergirl, right? Wrong! When a spacecraft crashes down outside Leesburg, Supergirl races over to the destroyed craft to look for survivors, and finds...Supergirl?!? Linda Danvers becomes immersed in a mystery that will shake her very identity and existence. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 SUPERMAN/BATMAN: WORLD'S FINEST TP—NEW EDITION WRITTEN BY DAVE GIBBONS; ART BY STEVE RUDE AND KARL KESEL; PAINTED COVER BY RUDE In stores October 9. Due to popular demand, a new edition of this collection featuring Superman & Batman is available again! When Lex Luthor and the Joker make a deal to switch cities and adversaries, they just may get their wish of ridding Metropolis and Gotham City of Superman and Batman forever! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 160PG. FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores October 9. The first entry in the acclaimed series of tabloid one-shots by the award-winning team of Dini and Ross features the Man of Steel. As the holiday season approaches, superman reflects on the poverty suffered throughout the world and decides to use his vast power to feed the starving and impoverished masses. (STAR08454D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* DC UNIVERSE BIG DADDY DANGER #3 WRITTEN BY ADAM POLLINA; ART AND COVER BY POLLINA AND TYSON MCADOO In stores October 2. The no-holds-barred maxi-series continues! Think Big Daddy Danger's relationship with his son couldn't get any worse? Well, is it a bad sign that Little Danny Danger's in Big Daddy's opponent's corner for the big wrestling match? It sure is, especially when that opponent is none other than Daddy's brother, Diablo X! Who's gonna cry "uncle" now? FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 9) $2.95 DOOM PATROL #13 WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART BY SETH FISHER; COVER BY TAN ENG HUAT In stores October 2. Part 1 of a 2-part story by guest-artist Seth Fisher (THE FLASH: TIME FLIES)! Robotman finds a tie-pin in a strange antique box — a pin that once belonged to Dr. Niles Caulder, the chief of the original Doom Patrol. And once Robotman makes the connection, he and the entire modern-day team are transformed into…the original team?!? For more information, see the Feature Article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH ENEMY ACE: WAR IDYLL SC WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY GEORGE PRATT; PAINTED COVER BY PRATT In stores October 2. Reoffered to coincide with the ENEMY ACE ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC and ENEMY ACE DELUXE ACTION FIGURE, this gorgeous, critically- acclaimed graphic novel is written and painted by George Pratt. In a small German sanitarium, a reporter who saw combat in Vietnam interviews the once- celebrated World War I German Ace, Baron Hans von Hammer. (STAR00103D) SC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* THE FLASH #191 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS In stores October 30. Hawkman guest-stars in this standalone issue! The Winged Wonder joins the Fastest Man Alive as they tackle the fairytale horrors of Brother Grimm! Trolls and dragons descend on Keystone City, and Hawkman and the Flash must trust one another long enough to rescue its citizens! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GREEN ARROW #18 WRITTEN BY BRAD MELTZER; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores October 30. "The Archers Quest," Part 3 of 6. Who says you can never go home again? Arsenal and Green Arrow take a trip to their old estate — and hopefully this trip won't lead to the morgue. While searching for a mystery item, Ollie discovers a new resident in the Arrowcave! Solomon Grundy smash! It's the best fight you'll see this year! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ******************************* Look for an appearance of GREEN ARROW in THE POWER COMPANY #9 and THE SPECTRE #22, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* GREEN ARROW SECRET FILES #1 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK, DAN CURTIS JOHNSON AND SCOTT MCCULLAR; ART BY DIEGO BARRETO, KELLY YATES, PHIL HESTER, ANDE PARKS, ROBIN RIGGS, MICK GRAY, AND VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores October 23. The secrets of the Emerald Archer are revealed in a bullseye-piercing double-sized one-shot! In the lead story, discover the history of Oliver Queen - both before and after his death (written by Judd Winick with art by Diego Barreto & Robin Riggs). Plus, Ollie discovers that the government is keeping tabs on super-heroes in the form of the D.E.O. (written by Dan Curtis Johnson & J.H. Williams III, with art by Kelly Yates & Mick Gray). Rounding out this Special are a look at Ollie's astounding arsenal, and profile pages showcasing Green Arrow, his allies, and his enemies illustrated by the fan-favorite team of Phil Hester & Ande Parks; and more! FC, 64 PG. $4.95 GREEN LANTERN #155 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores October 9. Green Lantern pleads with the Flash and the JLA to help him go back in time and avert his personal tragedy — which leads his peers to confront him about the ethics of heroism, and the line of violence that Kyle may have crossed. Now, only the wisdom of Hal Jordan as the Spectre can save his soul. This issue heralds big changes for the coming months and features the unexpected return of a long-absent hero. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GREEN LANTERN: EVIL'S MIGHT #3 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART AND COVER BY MARSHALL ROGERS AND JOHN CEBOLLERO ELSEWORLDS. In stores October 23. Kyle Rayner isn't the only Green Lantern in Old New York City anymore. Now that Irish gangleader Alan Scott has gotten his hands on the secret Green Lantern, he's using it to siphon the Emerald energy to bring down the defender of the immigrant masses. "Boss" Tweed and his cronies approve. But how long will it be before Scott turns his power on them? Prestige Format. FC, 48PG (3 OF 3) $5.95 HAWKMAN #8 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY RAGS MORALES AND MICHAEL BAIR; PAINTED COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores October 2. Guest-starring the Atom! It's time for some "Small Talk," as Hawkman's old friend from the JLA stops by to visit the Winged Wonder. Plus, Hawkgirl continues to search for her parent's murderer. But solving the mystery might make her the killer's next victim. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ******************************* Look for an appearance of Hawkman in THE FLASH #191 and the POCKET SUPER HEROES SERIES II: HAWKMAN & HAWKGIRL 2-figure set, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* JLA #73 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN In stores October 9. "The Obsidian Age: The Hunt for Aquaman" continues in Part 5 of 7. As the past and present paths of the Obsidian Age converge, Nightwing, Green Arrow, and the rest of the new JLA are forced to confront an eons-old horror. The creature born from the depths of Atlantis continues to leech the Earth of its water, proclaiming itself the ruler of the realm as it fends off the new League, which has little hope of standing up to this adversary. But when a message from the past reaches the League in the present, a green ray of hope lights the way to a very unlikely ally. Can the new JLA stand where its predecessors fell? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JLA #74 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN In stores October 23. "The Obsidian Age: The Hunt for Aquaman" continues in Part 6 of 7. Certain that they are facing the prophesied "Destroyers," the Ancients use every power at their disposal to kill the JLA. Unable to reason with these battle-hardened warriors who are convinced they're saving the planet, the JLA has no choice: kill or be killed! If the JLA falls here, who will free Aquaman? Who will save the Atlanteans? Who will save the future? The answer comes in the form of a surprising comrade in arms, who may finally pierce the veil of mystery surrounding "The Obsidian Age," which concludes in next month's double- sized 75th issue! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ******************************* Look for an appearance of the JLA in GREEN LANTERN #155, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE SC WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER; PAINTED COVER BY MOELLER In stores October 16. A stunning fully-painted adventure of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes! An ancient dragon unleashes its fury upon the modern world, and the JLA attempts to stop it — but Wonder Woman discovers that the League surely will perish unless she fights alone. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 112PG, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST HC WRITTEN BY ALAN GRANT; PAINTED ART BY CARL CRITCHLOW, SIMON DAVIS, GLENN FABRY, JON FOSTER, RAFAEL GARRES, DOUG ALEXANDER GREGORY, ALEX HORLEY, HERMAN MEJIA, JIM MURRAY, ANDREW ROBINSON, LIAM MCCORMICK SHARPE, GREGG STAPLES, SAVERIO TENUTA, JOHN WATSON, AND MARTIN T. WILLIAMS; DESIGNS BY MICHAEL WM. KALUTA; PAINTED COVER BY JUSTIN SWEET ELSEWORLDS. In stores October 16. Reoffered to coincide with the softcover release of JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE, this fully-painted hardcover features a fantastical recreation of the JLA! In a universe of darkness, a world without a name struggles to heal itself after generations of war. And against murderous odds, a solitary boy must lay claim to his heritage, and topple walls of ignorance and fear in order to save his home. (STAR14651D) HC, 7X10, 104PG, FC $24.95 ******************************* JLA: TERRA INCOGNITA TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID, CHUCK DIXON AND SCOTT BEATTY; ART BY BRYAN HITCH, MIKE S. MILLER, DARRYL BANKS, CLIFF RATHBURN, PAUL NEARY, DAVE MEIKIS, AND WAYNE FAUCHER; COVER BY HITCH AND NEARY In stores October 9. In a new collection reprinting JLA #55-60 and featuring the World's Greatest Heroes, we discover that some of the JLA's deadliest foes — the White Martians — have returned with a plan to systematically destroy each one of our heroes and disable the Earth's ability to create their one weakness: fire! Plus, THE JOKER: LAST LAUGH crossover issue that featured a "Jokerized" version of Doctor Polaris wreaking havoc on Earth's magnetic poles, and a classic Christmas tale titled "'Twas' the Fight Before Christmas." For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JLA VOLUME 8: DIVIDED WE FALL TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY BRYAN HITCH, J.H. WILLIAMS III, JAVIER SALTARES, PHIL JIMENEZ, TY TEMPLETON, DOUG MAHNKE, MARK PAJARILLO, MIKE S. MILLER, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY HITCH AND PAUL NEARY In stores January 2. Reoffered to coincide with JLA: TERRA INCOGNITA — this volume reprints JLA #47-54. The JLA faces the twisted fairy-tale nightmare of the Queen of Fables and the world-altering Dr. Destiny, in a manner they never had to before: questioning the trustworthiness of their comrades! With the League desperately trying to pick up the shattered remnants of their loyalty, an escaped alien "sentergy" called ID invades Earth. (STAR14872D) SC, 7X10, 208PG, FC $17.95 ******************************* JSA #41 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY LEONARD KIRK AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY RAGS MORALES In stores October 16. Hourman sees a horrible future — an attack on the Tyler Company, his father's business, which may be the catalyst to the unravelling of time itself. The JSA assembles to take on Black Barax, a villain once fought by the original JSA, as he arrives in the present ready to wreak havoc. Plus, Captain Marvel and Black Adam have a "heart-to-heart" that takes an unexpected turn. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #12 WRITTEN BY CHRIS SEQUEIRA; ART BY MIN S. KU AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY JOHN DELANEY AND PAUL NEARY In stores October 2. The comic based on the hit Cartoon Network series continues as the icy heart of villainy is revealed! You'll want to grab a sweater and light a fire as Mr. Freeze, Captain Cold, Killer Frost and a chilling cabal of icy super-villains attempt a hostile takeover of a small African nation. Can the League stop them in time or will they be the first victims of the "Cold War?" FC, 32 PG. $2.25 LAB RATS #7 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JOHN BYRNE; COVER BY BYRNE In stores October 2. An interplanetary adventure begins! Rocketed into the depths of space, the Rats find a world utterly devoid of life. But there's something on that planet that's stalking our intrepid explorers...something they find strangely familiar. Are the Rats being haunted...by themselves? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE LEGION #13 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY OLIVIER COIPEL, KEV WALKER AND LANNING; COVER BY COIPEL AND LANNING In stores October 23. In the tense minutes before the Legion's final clash with Robotica for the fate of the galaxy, we glimpse the thoughts, fears and aspirations of many of the individuals surrounding the Legionnaires and the United Planets. This is set against an eerie backdrop in which the Robotican leader's origins are revealed to Brainiac 5, and how those origins will forever alter the future! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE POWER COMPANY #9 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY TOM GRUMMETT AND PRENTIS ROLLINS; COVER BY GRUMMETT AND MICHAEL BAIR In stores October 16. Green Arrow guest-stars in the conclusion of the 2-part "Power Loss!" The story that shakes up the Power Company takes an unexpected turn! Josiah Power has fallen, and the Company is facing enemies from every direction...enemies who threaten the very life and livelihood of the Company! FC, 32 PG. $2.75 THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES VOLUME 3 HC WRITTEN BY C.C. BECK AND VARIOUS; ART BY BECK, GEORGE TUSKA, MAC RABOY, AND PETE COSTANZA; COVER BY BECK In stores October 30. The adventures of Captain Marvel really start hitting their stride in this third Archive volume, featuring an introduction by movie producer Michael Uslan and reprinting AMERICA'S GREATEST COMICS #1, CAPTAIN MARVEL ADVENTURES #2 & 3, and WHIZ COMICS #21-24 (1941). Captain Marvel faces his most nefarious foe Dr. Sivana in three adventures! Plus, the very first appearance of the Three Lieutenant Marvels, the introduction of Whitey Murphy (from the movie serial) and much, much more! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 216PG, FC $49.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores October 9. The third entry in the acclaimed series of tabloid one-shots by the award-winning team of Dini and Ross stars Captain Marvel, as he makes wishes come true for the children of a local hospital. But our hero takes a direct hand upon meeting a boy who has been injured by domestic violence. Deeply affected by the encounter, our story shows just how human the World's Mightiest Mortal truly is. (STAR12211D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* THE SPECTRE #22 WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART BY NORM BREYFOGLE AND DENNIS JANKE; COVER BY P. CRAIG RUSSELL In stores October 2. Guest-starring Green Arrow and the Martian Manhunter! Hal Jordan finds himself blissfully married to Carol Ferris in a parallel world where he was never Green Lantern or the Spectre. But will a visit from some "old friends" destroy his newfound paradise? Meanwhile, Hal's greatest nemesis, Sinestro, has reformed as a spiteful spirit of destruction, and sets his sights on Hal's nearest and dearest. FC, 32 PG. $2.75 THE TITANS #46 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER AND BARRY KITSON; ART BY PETER GRAU AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY JOSÉ LUIS GARCÍA-LÓPEZ In stores October 30. In their search for the reasons behind their visitations by the long-dead spirits of their past, Jesse and Damage are joined by the other Titans — only to discover an imposing complex under the desert. And within it, the true source of the ghosts that haunt the desert above. FC, 32 PG. $2.75 WONDER WOMAN #186 WRITTEN BY PHIL JIMENEZ; ART BY JIMENEZ AND ANDY LANNING; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores October 30. Wonder Woman is trying to track down the male Cheetah, while Troia is still on the trail of Angle Man. Their two quests come together when they uncover Barbara Minerva, the original female Cheetah, who is harnessing the power of the Furies for revenge against the man who stole her power! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH WONDER WOMAN: SPIRIT OF TRUTH OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores October 9. The fourth book in the best-selling and multiple award-winning series by Paul Dini and Alex Ross finds the Amazon Princess at an impasse. To advance her mission in Man's World, Wonder Woman must seek the counsel of the only one she can trust. Just as her lasso reveals falsehood and fabrication on the part of her enemies, Wonder Woman comes to uncover the truth behind who she is, what she represents, and the task ahead of her. (STAR14585D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* YOUNG JUSTICE #50 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY TODD NAUCK AND LARY STUCKER In stores October 2. The extra-sized conclusion of the 4-part "Fighting MAAD!" Young Justice, along with an assembled cadre of other teen heroes, invade the island of Zandia, home of Agua Sinn Gaaz, the man who killed Empress's father. Can the rest of Young Justice keep Empress from exacting the ultimate revenge on him? FC, 48 PG. $3.95 STAR OF THE MONTH YOUNG JUSTICE: A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN TP WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID AND DAN CURTIS JOHNSON; ART BY TODD NAUCK, ALÉ GARZA, LARY STUCKER, AND CABIN BOY In stores October 2. Reoffered to coincide with the historic release of YOUNG JUSTICE #50, this trade paperback reprints the first seven issues of YOUNG JUSTICE as well as a story from YOUNG JUSTICE SECRET FILES #1. Robin, Superboy and Impulse are joined by Arrowette, Wonder Girl and Secret to form a teen team supreme! (STAR11975D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE DEXTER'S LABORATORY #32 WRITTEN BY ROBBIE BUSCH AND JOHN ROZUM; ART BY GARY FIELDS, SCOTT ROBERTS AND JEFF ALBRECHT; COVER BY BILL WRAY In stores October 23. The whole family goes camping, with a little help from Dexter's nature-proof tent! Plus, it's a shock when Dexter's rival Mandark turns into a jock! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 LOONEY TUNES #95 WRITTEN BY CHUCK KIM, SHOLLY FISCH AND EARL KRESS; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ, MIKE DECARLO, OMAR ARANDA, ALBERTO SAICHANN, AND NEAL STERNECKY; COVER BY ALVAREZ AND DECARLO In stores October 2. Monsters and madmen move in next door to Tweety and Sylvester; Daffy Duck pitches gadgets to Coyote; plus two sporting football tales starring Bugs and Pépé le Pew! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #31 WRITTEN BY JENNIFER MOORE AND SEAN CAROLAN; ART AND COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores October 16. Sugar, spice, and…shaving cream? The Gangreen Gang frames the Powerpuff Girls for a bunch of nasty Halloween pranks in "Trick or Beatings"! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SCOOBY-DOO #65 WRITTEN BY JOHN ROZUM AND TERRANCE GRIEP JR.; ART BY JOE STATON, HORACIO OTTOLINI, KAREN MATCHETTE, AND DAVE HUNT; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores October 9. The final showdown begins in Part 7 of "The Dragon's Eye!" In Peking's Imperial Palace lies the heart of the Dragon's Eye — the last piece of a rare and dangerous gem for which a mysterious thief will stop at nothing to own. It's up to Scooby and the gang to stop him! Plus, Shaggy and Scooby get scared "on the air" at a haunted radio station! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WILDSTORM 21 DOWN #2 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESUS SAÍZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO In stores October 2. The new WildStorm series tying into events of the new GEN13 continues! Recruited by FBI Agent Mickey Rinaldi, Preston Kills reluctantly begins his quest to discover the origin of his powers and uncover the secret of the mysterious entity called Herod. But that quest into the wilds of suburbia may be over before it even begins when Mickey and Preston meet another of Herod's creations, Harmony — a young woman they find themselves, quite literally, willing to kill for. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER TP WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR AND TOM PEYER; ART BY FRANK QUITELY, DUSTIN NGUYEN, ARTHUR ADAMS, GARY ERSKINE, TREVOR SCOTT, RICHARD FRIEND, JASON MARTIN, DEREK FRIDOLFS, AND TIM TOWNSEND; COVER BY NGUYEN AND FRIEND EYE OF THE STORM In stores October 16. Just when the Authority is at the height of their power, in the blink of an eye they are shattered and defeated. Taking their place is a new team with the same powers, looking vaguely similar, but possessing none of the original team's empathy, kindness, and humanity. How could this happen? And what was the fate of the original team's members? All questions are answered in this fourth trade paperback collecting THE AUTHORITY #22- 29. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE AUTHORITY: RELENTLESS TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY BRYAN HITCH AND PAUL NEARY In stores October 16. Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER, this trade paperback reprints the first eight issues of the fan-favorite series. Born from the ashes of StormWatch, the Authority asserts itself as the WildStorm Universe's most powerful super-team. (STAR11085D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $17.95 ******************************* AUTOMATIC KAFKA #4 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD EYE OF THE STORM. In stores October 16. The world of Automatic Kafka is both familiar and strange — twisted memories of a childhood spent surrounded by adults you could never understand. Just any old blockhead can live in it but it takes more than man's best friend to maneuver through it…trust us. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 BLACK SUN #2 WRITTEN BY MARC ANDREYKO; ART AND COVER BY TREVOR SCOTT EYE OF THE STORM. In stores October 16. The new "Eye of the Storm" mini-series continues! Maggie Sun is suspended from the force for disregarding her father's orders. But will a minor detail like that keep her from investigating the strange killings plaguing Hong Kong? If you think so, you don't know Maggie! Even when the case takes on a decidedly familial twist, she's on it. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG (2 OF 6) $2.95 DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TP WRITTEN BY J. SCOTT CAMPBELL AND ANDY HARTNELL; ART BY CAMPBELL, ALEX GARNER AND VARIOUS; COVER BY CAMPBELL CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores October 9. All seven issues of the first volume of DANGER GIRL are collected in this sizzling collection that also features the ultra-rare introductory short story from the NEW HORIZONS VOYAGER PACK (originally polybagged with GEN13 Volume One #25). Plus, a complete cover gallery, an amazing sketchbook section, and an introduction by noted actor and DANGER GIRL fan Bruce Campbell (Army of Darkness, Xena)! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 262PG, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GEN13: STARTING OVER TP WRITTEN BY BRANDON CHOI, J. SCOTT CAMPBELL AND JIM LEE; ART BY CAMPBELL, LEE AND VARIOUS; COVER BY CAMPBELL AND ALEX GARNER In stores October 9. Reoffered to coincide with J. Scott Campbell's DANGER GIRL: THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION TP, this volume reprints GEN13 Volume One #1-7. STARTING OVER includes some of Campbell's early artwork that shot him into comics superstardom. (STAR09853D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* GEN13 #2 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART AND COVER BY ALÉ GARZA AND SANDRA HOPE In stores October 9. The new ongoing series starring the next generation of Gen-Actives continues! Herod strikes once more — and Gwen Matsura is marked for life. Desperate to understand what has happened to her and to learn how to control a power that seems to have a life of its own, Gwen finds herself drawn to Ethan York, another of Herod's chosen ones. But before these two new super-beings can begin to explore their mysterious link, they must first survive a deadly subterranean battle with New York City's most dangerous criminals: the Triad. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 GLOBAL FREQUENCY #1 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY GARRY LEACH; COVER BY BRIAN WOOD In stores October 23. A new maxi-series from the fertile mind of Warren Ellis! There are 1001 people on the Global Frequency, connected together across a worldwide telecommunications spider web from Nova Scotia to Tasmania. You'll never know when you get the call, but when you do you have 30 minutes to save the world. Global Frequency — the last, best line of defense that you have never heard of. And if you're lucky, you never will. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 12) $2.95 OUT THERE #14 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores October 30. "The War in Hell," Part 2 of 6. With Draedalus dead, his minions run amok in every realm, there's a battle royale in the Draedrealm — as the townspeople face off with Gask, Skink and the other imps, who seem to be taking their leader's death personally. Back on Earth, Becky faces a different threat. Someone left behind when the kids traveled to El Dorado City will reveal his true nature. Fortunately, both the kids and Becky have allies. But will they recognize them in time? FC, 32 PG. $2.95 POINT BLANK #3 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY COLIN WILSON; PAINTED COVERS BY SIMON BISLEY EYE OF THE STORM. In stores October 9. Guest-starring THE AUTHORITY's Jack Hawksmoor and Midnighter! Dead men tell no tales, but what if you're in a coma? The truth about Lynch's dirty little secret is starting to come out. Who is Holden Carver and what did Lynch have hanging so high over his head that no one else could see it? Cole Cash is starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But will it be the laser sight on a sniper's rifle? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.95 RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK THREE TP WRITTEN BY LEE CHUNG HING; TRANSLATED BY TED ADAMS AND KRIS OPRISKO; ART AND COVER BY HUI KING SUM In stores October 2. The hot-selling videogame that spawned a hit movie continues as a spine-tingling comic book saga, as WildStorm Productions adapts the Hong Kong version of the Resident Evil comics into English! Chris arrives on Umbrella's zombie-infested island to rescue his sister, Claire. Meanwhile, Claire and Steve have already escaped from the island, but not from Umbrella's clutches! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK ONE TP WRITTEN BY LEE CHUNG HING; TRANSLATED BY TED ADAMS AND KRIS OPRISKO; ART AND COVER BY HUI KING SUM In stores October 2. Reoffered to coincide with RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK THREE TP. After barely surviving her experience in Raccoon City, Claire Redfield searches for clues that will help her learn the whereabouts of her missing brother, Chris. To her horror, she discovers the evil Umbrella Corporation has headquarters outside of Raccoon City. (STAR15907D) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* THE RESISTANCE #2 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JUAN SANTACRUZ AND FRANCIS PORTELA; COVER BY CHRISTOPER SHY, JESUS SAIZ, AND KEVIN NOWLAN In stores October 30. The new sci-fi WildStorm series continues! Where do you go to enjoy what little life has to offer when you know you could be dead in the morning? Brian Strumm discovers the answer in the Orphanage — a vile, dangerous, decadent place where the outlaw Strayz gather to blow off steam and make plans for the desperate revolution. But Brian will find he may not make it through the night when he encounters the mysterious Version Mary — a woman whose body is her temple…and her most deadly weapon. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION®—FORGIVENESS SC WRITTEN BY DAVID BRIN; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY SCOTT HAMPTON In stores October 2. Best-selling science-fiction author David Brin tackles his first-ever Star Trek project — and first-ever graphic novel — collaborating with acclaimed painter Scott Hampton. Captain Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-E spot a stray transporter beam in deep space carrying a living being inside. When they bring it aboard, they encounter a mystery for the ages! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH STAR TREK® SPECIAL #1 WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB, STUART MOORE, ANDY MANGELS, MIKE MARTIN, IAN EDGINTON, JEFF LANG, AND CHRISTOPHER HINZ; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, JOHN LUCAS, PAUL NEARY, GORDON PURCELL, TOMMY LEE EDWARDS, AND CARLOS MOTA; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores October 2. Reoffered to coincide with the release of STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION® — FORGIVENESS, this exemplary array of Star Trek tales is by a wide variety of creative talents, and features all of the popular characters from all four Star Trek TV series! Prestige Format. (STAR12356D) FC, 64 PG. $6.95 ****************************** STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES #4 WRITTEN BY MICAH IAN WRIGHT; ART AND COVER BY WHILCE PORTACIO AND SCOTT WILLIAMS EYE OF THE STORM. In stores October 9. Following their harrowing trial-by-fire, the new members of StormWatch are settling into their new headquarters — in the basement of the United Nations! As the hunt for Ivana Baiul begins, a new member of the team is activated, and he may hold the key to locating one of the world's most dangerous terrorists. Except a certain team of super-beings might stand between StormWatch and bringing down the bad guy! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 THUNDERCATS #3 WRITTEN BY FORD LYTLE GILMORE; ART AND COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND JASON MARTIN; VARIANT COVER BY JOE MADUREIRA In stores October 16. The hotly anticipated mini-series based on the popular '80s cartoon continues, with a variant cover by Joe Madureira! The struggle to explore and establish New Thundera isn't without risks for our heroes. When one of the Thunderkittens is kidnapped by Mumm-Ra the Everliving, the stage is set for a battle to the finish between Lion-O and Mumm-Ra — the Sword of Omens versus the Sword of Plundarr. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by Ed McGuinness & Jason Martin (50%) and Joe Madureira (50%). FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.95 WILDCATS VERSION 3.0 #3 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND; COVER BY NGUYEN AND RIAN HUGHES EYE OF THE STORM. In stores October 30. Grifter and Agent Wax's discovery of the hypothalamic chamber leads to an unlikely alliance with CC Rendozzo. But will this volatile partnership yield the results each seeks? Meanwhile, Spartan continues his quest for corporate world domination, drawing Dolby and Garfield further into his web. But to what end? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 AMERICA'S BEST COMICS STAR OF THE MONTH AMERICA'S BEST COMICS SKETCHBOOK ART AND COMMENTARY BY ARTHUR ADAMS, HILARY BARTA, GENE HA, KEVIN NOWLAN, ALEX ROSS, CHRIS SPROUSE, RICK VEITCH, AND J.H. WILLIAMS III; COVER BY VARIOUS In stores October 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the AMERICA'S BEST COMICS SKETCHBOOK POSTER (solicited in Previews Vol. XII No. 5). This fantastic book features a myriad of sketches, illustrations and concept drawings, showing how the characters from the ABC books sprung to life! This book is a visual treat for any fan of the comics form! Prestige Format. (STAR14841D) FC, 48 PG $5.95 THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. II #4 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN O'NEILL In stores October 23. While felonious friends Mr. Hyde and Captain Nemo lend their most needed aid in the defense of London and Mother England, Allan Quatermain and our Miss Mina head for a strange and memorable meeting on South Downs. For your further reading pleasure, and at no additional cost to you, dear reader, the publisher has most generously included an amusing almanac of fantastic places. No Ads. FC, 32 PG (4 OF 6) $3.50 PROMETHEA #23 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY; COVER BY WILLIAMS In stores October 30. An extra-special issue featuring eight additional pages! It's the Absolute Godhead at the end of the Kaballah quest — the long and winding road back from the brink of infinity. Sophie finally returns to the mortal plane, to her own Earth, to see how things have been since her departure. FC, 40 PG. $3.50 TOM STRONG'S TERIFFIC TALES #5 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE, STEVE MOORE AND LEAH MOORE; ART BY PAUL RIVOCHE, ALAN WEISS AND SERGIO ARAGONÉS; COVER BY ARTHUR ADAMS In stores October 30. When Tom Strong agreed to appear on a set of bubble-gum trading cards, he had no idea how hazardous the assignment would become. Will his family make it through the shoot? Then join us as we explore the Mysteries of Chukulteh…and Young Tom learns a valuable lesson about going where he's not wanted! And, because you demanded it, the very first Solomon solo story, written by Alan's daughter Leah Moore and illustrated by Sergio Aragonés! It's a sad tale of unrequited love. Sob! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 VERTIGO 100% #5 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY PAUL POPE; COVER BY POPE In stores October 9. The final chapter of 100% brings the three separate, yet interconnected stories of three young couples abruptly together. Heavyweight fighter Haitous comes face to face with his dangerous rival, the newcomer Wallman, and Strel comes face to face with what's inside Haitous's safety deposit box. Meanwhile the not-so-average busboy John, wakes up to find the not-so-average stripper, Daisy, has disapeared without a trace. And the emerging artist Eloy must choose whether or not to accept a terrible pact, and risk success or the girl of his dreams. It's a choice he's just not willing to make. MATURE READERS B&W, 48 PG (5 OF 5) $5.95 ******************************* NOTE: There are no issues of 100 BULLETS or AMERICAN CENTURY this month. Look for them to be solicited in the next issue of Previews. ******************************* CODENAME: KNOCKOUT #18 WRITTEN BY ROBERT RODI; ART BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores October 30. "Amok in America" Part 3 of 3. The moment you've been waiting for: Angela meets Amora, the woman who's shadowed her life since the series began! And if that's not fireworks enough: Anita Manaday learns of Damon Devlin's treachery, and Go-Go finally faces John Thomas, freelance detective! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 THE CRUSADES #20 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART BY KELLEY JONES AND RON RANDALL; PAINTED COVER BY ARON WIESENFELD In stores October 2. Final Issue. A coronation has occurred and a new Knight has been named! He brings with him the might of fellow brothers in arms…a new Round Table. The city once haunted by a lone Knight is now actively purged by an army of them as the Fourth Crusade draws to a swift and bloody close. Secrets are revealed, chivalry is served, evil is vanquished…but at what cost? And where does Venus, a lone woman in search of the ultimate story, figure into the malevolent mix? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 FABLES #6 WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores October 9. Mark Buckingham (Peter Parker: Spider-Man) pencils the newest story arc, the 5-part "Animal Farm." The mystery of her sister's murder has been solved, and the guilty parties have been punished. This leaves Fabletown's Deputy Mayor Snow White physically exhausted, spiritually drained, and in need of a big rest. So she decides to personally drive one errant Colin Piggy back up to the Farm, the remote, upstate annex where the non-human Fables reside. But rest and relaxation will have to wait for our heroine. Something wicked is brewing in upstate New York and Snow White's untimely arrival lands her in the thick of it. For more information, see the Feature Article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 FIGHT FOR TOMORROW #2 WRITTEN BY BRIAN WOOD; ART BY DENYS COWAN AND KENT WILLIAMS; COVER BY WILLIAMS In stores October 30. The Kung Fu VERTIGO mini-series continues! After his crushing defeat in the local underground fighting circuit, Cedric Zhang wakes to find himself in the care and company of the Buddhist temple girl and her little hoodlum brother. Deep in a coma and delirious from his injuries, we catch glimpses into his violent and abusive past, hinting at a tragic loss. Cedric awakes renewed to confront all in his path to the truth. Determined, he takes to the streets again, but this time he has help. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.50 THE FILTH #5 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHRIS WESTON AND GARY ERSKINE; COVER BY CARLOS SEGURA In stores October 16. In "Pornomancer," we meet Anders Klimaaks, a Dutch porn star with a unique talent. Currently wanted by both the LAPD and Hand agent Jenesis Jones, Klimaaks is the unwitting key player in adult film mogul Tex Porneau's horrific plan to create a new kind of hardcore for a new world. Will the Hand have the spunk to handle this obscene threat, or could this be the money shot to end them all? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 13) $2.95 HELLBLAZER #177 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores October 30. "Red Sepulchre," Part 1 of 4. Back in the Smoke for the first time in two years, John has walked into the middle of an ugly range war between rival groups of magicians. Like it or not, he's going to have to choose a side; and it would help if he knew which faction wants him dead. Note: This issue is a resolicitation. Previous orders have been cancelled. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 HUNTER: THE AGE OF MAGIC #16 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; PAINTED COVER BY JON FOSTER In stores October 9. Necromancer Arawn Kruder is a man in love. Unfortunately, the object of his affections is none other than the Goddess of death. For years Kruder has wandered the world, hanging around in war zones and disaster areas, studying magic, consuming souls and committing mass murder at every opportunity — all in the hope of gaining a brief glimpse of the woman he loves. But now he has gained a secret weapon in his struggle to win her heart: the True Name of death. The sound of her name kills all who hear it. With this power, Kruder will become the new God of death with the goddess as his consort. Only one thing stands in Kruder's way: a teenage wizard called Timothy Hunter. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 LUCIFER #31 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS AND CRAIG HAMILTON; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores October 16. "Inferno," Part 3 of 4. While Mazikeen is drowning in the thoughts of God, Lucifer fights to expel the creature called Virtus from his mind and body. But the angel Amenadiel is armed and ready, Lucifer's name has already been called, and the price of forfeiting this duel is death. The Morningstar may be about to learn how to lose without playing. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 MIDNIGHT, MASS #7 WRITTEN BY JOHN ROZUM; ART BY JESUS SAÍZ AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY TOMER HANUKA In stores October 16. You never know who is going to come knocking on your door. Straight from the past come three uninvited visitors who reek of lies and secrets, and who may have a connection to Jenny's secret past. Julia and Adam attempt to rebuild after last issues debacle while Jenny comes to terms with where her life is taking her! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 8) $2.50 THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THE FURIES HC WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY JOHN BOLTON In stores October 30. In the three years since Daniel left to fulfill his destiny as the new Sandman, Lyta has suffered greatly from the loss of her only son. Now the bloodline that has made her kin to the Furies has taken over her senses…and her sanity. In an effort to escape her pain and unravel her mysterious heritage before it consumes her, Lyta accepts a job with a traveling theatre troupe on its way to Athens, Greece. But a series of cruel and familiar mythological figures set their sites on destroying the Furies — and plan to use Lyta Hall as the ultimate pawn. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS HC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $24.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE SANDMAN VOLUME 9: THE KINDLY ONES TP WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; ART BY MARC HEMPEL, RICHARD CASE, D'ISRAELI, TEDDY KRISTIANSEN, GLYN DILLON, CHARLES VESS, DEAN ORMSTON, AND KEVIN NOWLAN; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores October 30. Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THE FURIES, this trade paperback collects the storyline that first saw Lyta Hall's descent into insanity, and which featured a death and birth of a Lord of Dream. Reprints THE SANDMAN #57-69, plus the Sandman story from VERTIGO JAM #1. (STAR02093D) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 352PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER'S THRASH TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY DARICK ROBERTSON AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY ROBERTSON In stores October 16. The hammer has come down on him, but outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem has managed to stay one step ahead of his detractors — i.e., the President of the United States and his authoritarian lackeys in publishing and law enforcement. After losing his byline, bank account, and apartment, Jerusalem and his filthy assistants have legged it underground, the better to implement his plan. What plan, you say? Why, the plan to bring down the President, of course! Reprints TRANSMETROPOLITAN #37-42. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* Look for the TRANSMETROPOLITAN WALL SCROLL, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* STAR OF THE MONTH TRANSMETROPOLITAN VOLUME 6: GOUGE AWAY TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY DARICK ROBERTSON, RODNEY RAMOS, LEA HERNANDEZ, KIERON DWYER, BRYAN HITCH, FRANK QUITELY, AND EDUARDO RISSO; COVER BY ROBERTSON In stores October 16. Reoffered to coincide with the release of SPIDER'S THRASH, this previous collection reprints issues #31-36 of TRANSMETROPOLITAN, featuring the three one-shot stories "Nobody Loves Me," "The Walk," and "Dancing in the Here and Now," as well as the 3-part "Gouge Away" storyline. And through all the drugs, drinking and paranoia, Spider and his filthy assistants continue to track down the horrifying truth behind the newly-elected president's successful campaign. (STAR15042D) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* VERTIGO POP: TOKYO! #4 WRITTEN BY JONATHAN VANKIN; ART AND COVER BY SETH FISHER In stores October 2. Maki plots her final coup against pop star Hike. If she can't win his heart, she has something more dramatic in mind. Steve, our gaijin hero (of sorts) chooses the company of Yakuza over the unappetizing prospect of a Japanese jail. Mizumi spills the story to the detectives over a large squid, egg and mayonnaise pizza. And when everything collides at the sold-out 1-6-7 concert inside Tokyo Dome, the insane energy boiling beneath Tokyo's polite and orderly surface threatens to explode like the Mount Fuji volcano! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4) $2.95 Y — THE LAST MAN #4 WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY PIA GUERRA AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR.; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores October 23. Part 4 of the 5-part "Unmanned." In this emotional issue, Yorick Brown joins hundreds of women at a famous monument to pay tribute to all of the men who died in the Plague. But when a pack of violent female extremists interrupts this memorial service, the last man on Earth may end up joining his fallen brothers... MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG $2.95 MAD MAD MAGAZINE #423 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores October 2. Do you ever feel like everyone's in on some mysterious joke and you've been left out? Well, the hilarity in this month's MAD may not make you part of the in-crowd, but it'll help occupy your time while you sit, crying, waiting for the phone to ring. MAGAZINE, 48PG, FC/B&W $3.50 MAD XL #18 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores October 9. More Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL, a Readers' Choice poll winner, a MAD Moldy Oldie, and a special creator of the month highlight this Halloween fun issue! MAGAZINE, 96PG, B&W $4.99 DC DIRECT Retailers, please note: Unless otherwise specified, the following items are manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final products may differ from images shown. These items are advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for October-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. Some of these products may also be offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market. BATMAN OVERSIZED POSTER BY ALEX ROSS PAINTED ART BY ALEX ROSS Advance-solicited; in stores January 15, 2003. He is Batman...a tireless soldier in the war against crime. Now, featuring the art from the back cover of the award- winning BATMAN: WAR AGAINST CRIME comes artist Alex Ross's stunning portrayal of the Caped Crusader! This full-color, oversized poster stands a breathtaking 22" x 58" and is perfect for hanging on any door. POSTER, 22X58, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN STATUE BASED ON DESIGNS BY FRANK MILLER; SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET In stores October 30. Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN HC, this hand-painted cold-cast porcelain statue features a stunning rendition of Batman with his sidekick, Catgirl (aka Carrie Kelley) perched on his shoulder. This statue is overall approximately 13 1/4" tall and 5 3/4" deep, on a base that is 7" wide x 5" deep. Packaged in a 4-color box. (STAR14689X) STATUE $195.00 ******************************* GREEN LANTERN: CLASSIC HAL JORDAN ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores February 19, 2003. New edition! DC Direct offers a new sculpt featuring a younger version of the legendary Green Lantern Hal Jordan, the greatest hero of the Green Lantern Corps! Armed with the miraculous Power Ring that makes his every thought a reality, Hal Jordan left behind a heroic legacy that will never be forgotten. This figure features multiple points of articulation, stands approximately 6 1/4" tall and comes with a 1 3/4" tall Power Battery and a one-size-fits-all Power Ring for the consumer. Features 4-color resealable packaging. FIGURE PI GREEN LANTERN CORPS: EFFIGY ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores February 19, 2003. Endowed with the power to project and control flame by alien rivals of the Green Lantern Corps' Guardians of the Universe, Martyn Van Wyck became the deadly Effigy. Filled with hate, Effigy is out to prove what he can do...by destroying Green Lantern! The EFFIGY ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6 1/2" tall, 7" tall with flame, and comes with a removable flaming sword. Features 4-color resealable packaging. FIGURE PI GREEN LANTERN CORPS: GUY GARDNER ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores February 19, 2003. When Hal Jordan became the Green Lantern of Earth, his overseers, the Guardians, assigned Guy Gardner to be his replacement should anything happen to him. Eventually, Gardner got his chance to prove himself as a Lantern, showing that even a Guy with a chip on his shoulder can save the world. This figure stands approximately 6 1/4" tall, and comes with a scale Power Battery and a one-size-fits-all Power Ring for the consumer. Features 4-color resealable packaging. FIGURE PI POCKET SUPER HEROES SERIES II: HAWKMAN & HAWKGIRL Advance-solicited; in stores February 5, 2003. The new line of DC Direct Pocket Super Heroes kicks into Series II, featuring 2-figure sets of DC's greatest heroes and villains! Now Hawkman and Hawkgirl join the ranks of the Pocket Super Heroes! Police officer heroes of the planet Thanagar, Katar Hol and his wife Shayera came to Earth in pursuit of a criminal from their homeworld. The Winged Wonders decided to remain on Earth as the heroes Hawkman and Hawkgirl! Both figures are approximately 3 1/4" tall, feature articulation, a mace weapon, and are packaged together in a 4-color blister pack, which includes backdrop art, story card and plastic stand. 2-FIGURE SET $9.95 POCKET SUPER HEROES SERIES II: PROFESSOR ZOOM & MIRROR MASTER Advance-solicited; in stores February 5, 2003. The Series II excitement continues with two of the deadliest members of Flash's Rogues Gallery! Eobard Thawne, a criminal from the 25th century, gained super-speed like Barry Allen, the Flash, and traveled back in time to wreak havoc as Professor Zoom: the Reverse Flash. Sam Scudder was a small-time crook until he discovered how to control mirrors and their images as Mirror Master. Both figures are approximately 3 1/4" tall, feature articulation and are packaged together in a 4-color blister pack, which includes backdrop art, story card and plastic stand, and a mirror weapon for Mirror Master to hold. 2-FIGURE SET $9.95 POCKET SUPER HEROES SERIES II: SUPERMAN & CLARK KENT Advance-solicited; in stores February 5, 2003. Proving that size doesn't matter, Pocket Super Heroes Series II continues with...do your eyes deceive you? Superman and Clark Kent? Rocketed to Earth from the doomed planet Krypton, the baby Kal-El grew to become the amazing Man of Steel: Superman. But before that, he was Clark Kent, raised by Jonathan and Martha Kent, and now a mild-mannered reporter for the Metropolis Daily Planet. Now both sides of Earth's mightiest hero can be yours. Both figures are approximately 3 1/4" tall, feature articulation and are packaged together in a 4-color blister pack, which includes backdrop art, story card and plastic stand, and a chunk of Kryptonite. 2-FIGURE SET $9.95 JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: BATMAN WALL PLAQUE SCULPTED BY JOHN G. MATHEWS Advance-solicited; in stores January 22, 2003. From the hit Cartoon Network animated series comes the JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: BATMAN WALL PLAQUE — the first in a new line of fully-sculpted wall reliefs also featuring Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Superman, and the Flash. The Dark Knight is shown as he appears in the Justice League animated series, in a hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain wall relief measuring approximately 4 1/2" tall x 8" wide x 2 1/2" deep. Liven up your walls by collecting all five JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: WALL PLAQUES in 2003. Packaged in a 4-color box. For more information, see the Feature Article. WALL PLAQUE, 4X8X2, FC $39.95 SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores February 12, 2003. Due to popular demand, DC Direct brings you the Silver Age versions of Batman and Robin in a Deluxe Set! Bruce Wayne witnessed the murder of his parents and dedicated his life to combating crime as Batman. After Dick Grayson's parents were killed by gangsters, Wayne took the boy in and trained him to become Robin, the Boy Wonder. Now the classic look of Batman and Robin becomes immortalized in this Deluxe Action Figure Set! Batman stands approximately 6 1/4" tall while Robin stands approximately 5 3/4" tall. Both action figures feature eleven points of articulation. This set also includes two 1" long Batarangs, a 12" long Batrope with a suction cup and a 9 1/2" wide x 4 1/4 deep x 3/4" tall base in the shape of a Gotham City rooftop. Packaged in a 4-color window box. For more information, see the feature article. FIGURE SET PI SUPERMAN: ARRIVAL IN SMALLVILLE STATUE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET Advance-solicited; in stores January 8, 2003. His homeworld doomed, the infant Kal-El was rocketed to Earth by his parents on Krypton, an event commemorated in the SUPERMAN: DEPARTURE FROM KRYPTON STATUE, released in February, 2002. Now the second great event in the life of the future Man of Steel is celebrated in the SUPERMAN: ARRIVAL IN SMALLVILLE STATUE, freezing forever in time the moment Martha and Jonathan Kent found baby Kal-El in his rocket in a Smallville field. This full-color, cold-cast porcelain statue stands approximately 7 7/8" high x 10" wide, and comes packaged in a 4-color box. STATUE $175.00 STAR OF THE MONTH TOM STRONG DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET In stores October 16. Reoffered again, this deluxe set features a 6 1/4" tall Tom Strong figure featuring multiple points of articulation, packaged with a gun, knife, and a helicopter-backpack. Also included is a 7" tall Pneuman figure. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Retailers, please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR1170Z) FIGURE SET PI ******************************* TRANSMETROPOLITAN WALL SCROLL ART BY GEOFF DARROW Advance-solicited; in stores January 15, 2003. From the cover of TRANSMETROPOLITAN #22, which features the twisted vision of acclaimed artist Geoff Darrow (Hardboiled, Big Guy & Rusty the Boy Robot), comes this out-of-this-world Wall Scroll. Outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem sits high above the city that brings out his venomous best...but close enough to feel the squalor in this highly detailed, 27" x 40" full-color Wall Scroll. WALL SCROLL, 27X40, FC $19.95 IMAGE COMICS ATHENA INC #4 (W) Brian Haberlin (A) Jay Anacleto Cover A by Jay Anacleto - white Cover B by Jay Anacleto - blue FC 32pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series. The Concept: Athena Inc., the blackest of black ops, has come up with the perfect operative. She can't be caught. And even if she could be, there is no way to link her to any action because she doesn't even know she's an agent. Heck, she doesn't even look like their agent. She was hailed as a success…that was until…the genetic trigger that enables her to switch personas began to break down. Now she can switch forms more or less on her own. And is now she's a threat to the security of Athena Inc. and must be dealt with. But who will deal with whom first? This Issue: "Revelations"—Gwen begins to realize what she is, and the realization is driving her #$%^&*# crazy. She is losing it. But the warm hand of help is being offered by the cold heart of Athena Inc. itself, Morgan Castle. This guy is THE wolf in sheep's clothing. Mary knows he is not here to help. But how can she convince her naïve alter-ego that she is walking into a deathtrap, before it's too late? An issue not to be missed. G.I. JOE #11 (W) Josh Blaylock (P)Kevin Sharpe (I)John Larter (Cover) Steve Kurth FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: G.I.JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: COBRA's latest experiment terrorizes the Dreadnok compound in Chicago, but when its path of destruction spreads out into the city streets, G.I.JOE intervenes. However, COBRA is not about to let them go home with their new technological wonder. Recommended for readers and fans of G.I.Joe is a sure win with anyone into high adventure, military action, and more. It's an action story that plots the U.S. military against a team of near-super villains, and a great nostalgia kick to boot. G.I. JOE: FRONTLINE #1 (W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I)Bob Layton (Cover) Dave Dorman FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: G.I.Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action action action. This Issue: It's the year 1994, just after the government mothballed the classic G.I. JOE organization... or did they? Cobra is still up to its dirty tricks, and there's only one group of people qualified to stop them. You can guess who that is! This story arc fills in many of the gaps between G.I. JOE of the 1980's, and the current Image Comics series, and features the return of original G.I. JOE writer, Larry Hama, joined by (Superman and Captain America) artist Dan Jurgens. HELLSPAWN #18 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (A) Ben Templesmith (Cover) Ben Templesmith FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series The Concept: Featuring the same core character as the long-running Spawn comic book, Hellspawn mires the protagonist in a dark, foreboding world of grime and dirty secrets. While Spawn highlights a battle between the dark and the light, Hellspawn is struggling mightily to keep the blackness at bay. This book is the stripped-down ugly essence of Todd McFarlane's Hell- born creation. This Issue: "The Killing Hand, Part 2"—Someone has escaped the grips of Hell and has begun a killing spree to end all killing sprees. You know who he is. You can hear his laughter and the sound of his whisper in your ear when you sleep. But how do stop a killer who is already dead? The Hellspawn knows the pain, knows Hell and knows the killer. This time it ends for good! HOLY TERROR #2 (W) Jason Caskey (A) Phil Hester (I) Jim Woodyard FC 32pp $2.95 Four issue finite series. The Concept: Sometimes the worst that can happen is that your dreams come true, and they turn out to be nightmares. Take for example Max Brody, an upcoming grappler struggling to live up to his father's legend in the wild world of professional wrestling. It'll just take one big break for that to happen. Max gets that break, but is it worth it? Is fame and fortune enough for a man to risk his very soul. This Issue: Max Brody has gone from jobbing to has-been wrestlers to moving to the top of the card. His role as The Holy Terror has become the hottest gimmick in AWF wrestling. Only problem is no other wrestler wants to step in the ring with him. Is it jealousy over Max's rise to fame, or do they really fear facing him, even in fixed fight? Meanwhile the forces of the Silent One are closing in. KABUKI SIGNED #1'S (W/A) David Mack Limited editions signed by David Mack! Due to an unprecedented number of requests, Image is finally offering Kabuki #1 issues signed by Kabuki creator, writer, & artist David Mack. These are the first printing #1 issues of the innovative Kabuki series that you may have missed when they first debuted. Now they are available SIGNED in a limited quantity. Including the exclusive Joe Quesada Scarab #1 cover. This limited edition is signed by David Mack and has never before been offered for sale as an unsigned book. (C) Kabuki Agents: Scarab #1 (Joe Quesada Ltd. Ed. Cover) $5.95 (D) Kabuki Reflections #1 $7.95 (E) Kabuki Classics #1 $6.95 (F) Kabuki #½ $5.95 KABUKI VOLUME II: DREAMS TP (W/A) David Mack FC 128pp $12.95 Trade paperback The Concept: Japan. A horribly scarred woman has a vision of the afterlife in which she is visited by her dead mother, and then returns to life with a new sense of purpose. A personal tale of love, duty, and self discovery, elegantly told through the masks and metaphors of the Japanese Ghost Story. The long-awaited second volume in David Mack's critically acclaimed series. This Collection: Now back in print! Collecting four fully painted Kabuki stories (including a completely new story!) in a brand new and improved prestige edition with extra pages! Much more than the previous out-of-print 48-page Dreams paperback, this 128-page volume presents all of the very first-painted Kabuki books (Kabuki Color Special & Kabuki: Dreams of the Dead), but also the fully painted Kabuki #½, and an entire Brand New Kabuki story written and painted by David Mack, just for this volume! Also included in Kabuki for the first time ever, a completely autobiographical comic book story, written and drawn by David Mack, an in-depth Kabuki Spotlight and David Mack interview from France's Ekllipse Magazine, a gallery of original covers, an introduction by Brian Michael Bendis, and brand new afterword by David Mack, a brand new front and back cover (and lots of new art pages), and printed on new and improved, thicker high grade, archival paper. Having been out of print for some time, fans are looking for these early painted Kabuki stories and this book delivers with loads of extras and a brand new painted story! LADY PENDRAGON SPECIAL (W) Matt Hawkins, John Stinsman (A) John Stinsman, Michael Turner, Marc Silvestri and more! Painted Cover by Star Wars and Indiana Jones movie poster painter Drew Struzan FC 64pp $7.95 Prestige format one-shot This Issue: Celebrating Lady Pendragon's launch in November '98, Image Comics presents the first original Lady Pendragon story in over two years. Sci-Fi, fantasy, action and adventure rolled into one as Jennifer Drake, Merlin, Guinevere and the cast of the original series return for a special story that may change the mythology forever. Morgan Le Fey and Mordred return in a story that tears the temporal plane asunder. A spring-board for a new Lady Pendragon series that will be launching in 2003, the woman who freed Excalibur in the modern age returns to unleash a whole new Dark Age upon us all. LEAVE IT TO CHANCE VOLUME II: TRICK OR THREAT AND OTHER STORIES HC (W) James Robinson (A) Paul Smith FC 112pp $14.95 Hardcover The Concept: Fourteen-year-old Chance Falconer has occult investigation in her blood. Her father, Lucas Falconer, is the protector against supernatural crime in the city of Devil's Echo, an amazing place where the magic and monsters are an everyday occurrence.This is a family tradition handed down from one generation to the next -- but will Chance's knack for landing herself in big trouble stop her from living long enough to take up that mantle? This Collection: Leave it to Chance Volume II: Trick or Threat (collecting original issues #5-8), introduces our intrepid heroine to a new circle of friends, and pits Chance against a new cast of dastardly villains, misunderstood monsters, and otherworldly apparitions. From the festive streets of Devil's Echo on Halloween night, to haunted pirate caves — and even at her favorite shopping mall — the young danger-magnet, Chance Falconer, finds paranormal peril at every turn. Praised for its widespread appeal and ability to entertain both children and adults alike, Trick or Threat is the latest in Image's ongoing collections of the Harvey and Eisner award-winning Leave it to Chance material. Printed in an oversized hardcover format, this edition is Leave it to Chance as you have never seen it before. LIBERTY MEADOWS #28 by Frank Cho BW 32pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series. The Concept: Life and love in Liberty Meadows, the animal sanctuary , where everything and anything can happen. This Issue: Poor Frank the vet. Ralph and Leslie re-sequenced his DNA and gave him a whole new look to help him capture Brandy's heart... unfortunately, they neglected to mention to Frank that they based the new DNA sequence on Dean's DNA! You thought that having one Dean around was bad enough? Watch as two Deans wreak havoc on Liberty Meadows and good taste. Double the trouble. Double the excitement. Double the fun in this issue: Not for the faint of heart! New wide-screen format. All the comic strips are completely remastered and uncensored. MCFARLANE'S SPORTS PICKS: FOOTBALL SERIES 5 McFarlane Toys Run. Throw. Pass. Score. McFarlane Toys' fifth series of professional Football action figures is NFL-tested and approved! McFarlane's Sports Picks: Football Series 5 contains eight of the league's best, each in an action pose with official team uniform and custom base: Jerome Bettis, Tom Brady, Stephen Davis, Jeff Garcia, Tony Gonzalez, Ray Lewis, Jerry Rice, and Anthony Thomas. (#70330) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI MCFARLANE TOYS TORTURED SOULS 2: THE FALLEN McFarlane Toys Horror taken to its next level. A further redefinition of human flesh as canvas. Taking up where last year's Tortured Souls series left off, Clive Barker's Tortured Souls 2: The Fallen features six brand-new characters… and six new reasons to be afraid: Szaltax, Camille Noire, Zain, Suffering Bob, Moribundi, and Feverish! (#17810) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This line will be available to specialty retailers only. Figure PI MICRONAUTS #3 (W) Scott Wherle (P) Eric Hanson (I) Barb Shulz (Cover) Dave Johnson FC 32pp $2.95 Bimonthly ongoing series The Concept: Within our own universe lies another universe unbeknownst to us... until now. The realm of the MICRONAUTS - a place ruled by evil tyrant, Baron Karza, whose scientific marvels offer his people immortality, at the cost of their humanity. When unsuspecting, Ryan Archer is thrown into their world, we find that not only are things about to change, but Ryan will have much to do with it. This Issue: "Revolution"—As the noble warrior Acroyear continues to shelter Ryan Archer from harm in Baron Karza's holding pens, rumors begin to spread amongst the other prisoners of Ryan's importance to the revolution. But how could this irresponsible Earthman with no fighting skills possibly contribute to their cause? Meanwhile, what do the mindless killing machine Biotron and the probe droid called The Micronaut have in common? The answer may surprise you. NOBLE CAUSES: FAMILY SECRETS #1 (W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Jonboy Meyers (I) John Wycough & Damon Hacker Cover A by Mike Avon Oeming; Cover B by Cory Walker FC 32pp $2.95 Four issue monthly finite series The Concept: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land -- an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. This Issue: In an attempt to get on with her life following the death of her husband, Liz Donnelly-Noble gives her first solo interview on live television — something the Noble family isn't sure she's ready for. Meanwhile, Gaia tries to keep Zephyr's pregnancy a secret, and Rusty makes a bold decision about his future. Newcomer Jonboy Meyers pencils the back-up story, which traces the beginnings of Celeste's affair with Frost. PARADIGM #2 (W) Matthew Cashel (A) Jeremy Haun BW 40pp $3.50 Monthly The Concept: Paradigm showcases a world very familiar, a world of arguing couples, sitcoms, and 9-5 jobs. A world we all know and understand, a world in hiding. It is within those shadows, however, that the real world of paradigm is waiting. Waiting for a time when the shroud can be thrown back, and the last generation of mankind can truly begin its final years. The evolution has begun, and no one gets out alive. Except for those, perhaps, who embrace the "POP"! This Issue: VCR tapes, recordable DVDs, and episode 22 of Moonlighting; what happens in a world where passions run too strongly, when obsession creates new understanding? What is Ultimate Sanity and what does it have to do with dogs who can't reach the water bowl? Join Chris Howells, Zeke Moore, Andrew Dreiser, and a troll named Dogberry on a collective unconscious journey into the unknown. And remember, enlightenment is only a mini-van impact away. POWERS VOLUME II: ROLEPLAY TP—SECOND PRINTING (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Avon Oeming FC 112pp $13.95 Trade Paperback Now in it's second printing! Detectives Christian Walker and Deena Pilgrim work out of the special homicide offices in charge of cases that involve powers. But this case is the most disturbing one of their careers. A group of college kids who 'Roleplay' their favorite real life super-heroes D&D style are being murdered one by one. Who or what is perpetrating these heinous crimes, and can our two stalwart detectives find him before his next murder? The first printing of Powers Volume 2: Roleplay sold out in an amazing six months (which isn't too shocking, considering that Powers Volume 1 is now in its third printing!), so if you lament missing your opportunity to get on the Powers train, now is your chance! SAVAGE DRAGON #104 by Erik Larsen FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: The World's Greatest Super-hero fights to make the world a better place! This Issue: We're keeping a lid on this one suffice to say that it will be the biggest change in the life of the Savage Dragon, well, ever. Recommended for readers and fans of bitchin' funnybooks. SAVAGE DRAGON/HELLBOY: THE COLLECTED EDITION by Erik Larsen Pin-ups my Mike Mignola and Jae Lee (Cover) Erik Larsen FC 48pp $5.95 one-shot The Concept: The World's Greatest Super-Hero meets the World's Greatest Paranormal Investigator. The entire epic collected in one handy volume at an affordable price. This Issue: Fans of Mike Mignola's Hellboy will be delighted to read this volume which collects Savage Dragon #34 and #35 for the first time. When Dragon's arch foe starts to decompose, a spell is cast to draw the undead from around the globe to Chicago. With Hellboy in hot pursuit, an ape with an exposed brain commands the Christmas-colored couple to clobber each other. This one has it all! Vampires! Nazis! Big Mummies! Big action! Big laughs! And Dragon crawling out of a Big Monster's Big Butt. SAVAGE DRAGONBERT: FULL FRONTAL NERDITY (W) Karl Hörnell (A) Karl Hörnell (Cover) Karl Hörnell & Erik Larsen BW 80pp$5.95 One-Shot. The Concept: From the pages of Savage Dragon comes Savage Dragonbert — one of the most absurd superhero comics parodies ever. Working at a small Image studio, superhero/engineer Dragonbert, his jaded co-workers and his ever-conspiring roommate, Hitler's Brainbert, take satire to new lows. This Issue: Savage Dragonbert: Full Frontal Nerdity is a complete collection of all published Savage Dragonbert material from the pages of Savage Dragon, plus outtakes, unfinished stories and bonus jokes galore. Recommended for readers and fans of Savage Dragon, Dilbert, Robotman and the big name Marvel and DC characters. But in a deeper sense this book is for everyone out there who's a little too old to be reading superhero comics and tries to make up for the lack of intellectual stimulation by endlessly debating the flaws and virtues of said comics on the Internet. SPAWN #127 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin and Todd McFarlane (P) Angel Medina (I) Danny Miki (Cover) Greg Capullo and Todd McFarlane FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series The Concept: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected from the ashes of his own grave in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons is reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, this warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. This Issue: "Loose Threads"—An old foe returns in a new guise, whipping up mischief and chaos in the shadows of the New York City alleys. But there is method in this madness, a growing web of intrigue that is quickly tightening around the Hellspawn. Meanwhile, a pair of government agents are given a top secret assignment: Find out who stole Al Simmons' body and why. SUPERPATRIOT: AMERICA'S FIGHTING FORCE #4 (W) Robert Kirkman (A/C) Cory Walker FC 32pp $2.95 Four of a four-issue finite series The Concept: Super soldier, Johnny Armstrong has been battling the forces of evil since World War II. His illustrious career has had many pitfalls and triumphs over the many years of his activity. In the early '90s it seemed that career had come to an end, his arms and legs missing, the result of a deadly battle with Chicago's Vicious Circle crime organization. His broken body was rebuilt into the ultimate killing machine. More machine than man Johnny found himself the pawn of various criminal and government organizations. In control of his life at last he tries to pick up the pieces and regain some semblance of the life he knew. This Issue: The pulse pounding patriotic pandemonium concludes! This is the one to get, folks! Baron Blitzkrieg's plan finally come to a head, but why isn't he in the drivers seat? Johnny instead finds himself face to face with his most deadly foe yet: A mechanical menace of Nazi origin! Can SuperPatriot overcome the odds to win the day? Well, what's the title of the book, silly? Also featuring a four-page preview of next month's Masters of the Universe comic! Buy it for THAT at least! TELLOS: SONS AND MOONS (RES) (W) Todd Dezago (P) Tracie Mauk, Eric Hanson, Mauricet (I) Tracie Mauk, Howard Shum, Mauricet (Cover) Nick Cardy FC 48pp $5.95 The Concept: Tellos is a magikal patchwork world made up of a myriad of different realms, populated by creatures of myth and legend! A fantastic land where there is an adventure around every corner ... and danger at every turn! This Issue: Sporting a Gorgeous Cover by Comics Legend, NICK CARDY, Todd Dezago and Mike Wieringo present this third installment of their Anthology series! The first tale, "Night Flight" recounts the less-than-romantic first meeting between the Pirate Queen, Serra and the adventurous thief, Hawke! Pencilled and Inked by newcomer, Tracie Mauk! Next is "Jealous Skies", which reveals the secret of Hawke's wings! This fable is pencilled by Eric Wolfe Hanson and Inked by Howard Shum (Intrigue, Aquaman). Eric also provides the back cover. And finally, the "Legend of Oge K'Tion", the story of the Amulet. Pencilled and inked by Belgian Sensation, Mauricet, this tale provides some much requested history to the magikal world of Tellos!! With pin-ups by Thor Badendyck, Carlo Barberi, and Mike Wieringo, this tome is a crowd pleaser! Don't miss it! OFFERED AGAIN To coincide with Tellos: Sons and Moons, we are proud to offer all things Tellos! Now you can own it all from the ground up, complete and unabridged! TELLOS VOLUME 1: RELUCTANT HEROES TP FC 152pp $17.95 The beginning of the Tellos saga! Find out how a young boy, a tswashbuckling talking tiger, and a band of misfits came together to save the world of Tellos! TELLOS VOLUME 2: KINDRED SPIRITS TP FC 172pp $17.95 Continuing the adventure, Kindred Spirits delves deeper into the world of Tellos, revealing secrets and putting our band of heroes into danger the likes of which tehy've never seen! TELLOS: THE LAST HEIST FC 48pp $5.95 When a kleptomaniacal fox named Rikk runs into the "most worst thing" that's ever happened to him, it's up to a familiar band of adventurers to bail him out! A one-shot stand alone special. TELLOS: MAIDEN VOYAGE FC 48pp $3.95 Recounting the story of Serra, the pirate queen, Maiden Voyage is a history lesson on one of your favorite Tellos characters! A one shot stand alone special. Top Cow TOMB RAIDER #25 (W) John Ney Rieber (P) Michael Turner (C) Jonathan D. Smith ENDGAME PART 1 (of 3) Tomb Raider's 25th issue extravaganza arrives as special guest penciler Michael Turner joins forces with John Ney Rieber to present the monumental issue of Tomb Raider as Top Cow's blockbuster ENDGAME crossover kicks off!! It all begins when the charred remains of a long-lost Native American settlement lure Lara Croft to New York City the home of Sara Pezzini and the Witchblade, and it ends with...the death of Lara Croft?!? FC, 32pg $2.99 TOMB RAIDER: JOURNEYS #7 (W) Fiona Avery (P) TBA (I) Marlo Alquiza (C) Jonathan D. Smith "The Low Down"—This small Australian town isn't big enough for the two of them. Lara Croft begins her digging into the mystery of the stolen Maori Dream-Spear. Finding the right information will come only after she agrees to a duel shoot-out with the man who knows what she's looking for. It seems that Down Under, Lara is wanted more dead than alive! FC, 32pg $2.99 WITCHBLADE #60 (W) David Wohl (P) Francis Manapul (I) Jason Gorder (C) Steve Firchow ENDGAME: Part 2 (of 3)—Witchblade month kicks off with this special anniversary issue!!! As Top Cow's ENDGAME crossover continues, Sara Pezzini searches for answers to what caused the terrible fate of her friend and cohort, Lara Croft. What she discovers is an entity as old as the Witchblade itself, but much more deadly... and evil. FC, 32pg $2.99 WITCHBLADE #½ (W) David Wohl (P) Brian Ching (I) Batt/Jonathan Sibal (C) Dan Kemp One of the most sought after half issues returns just in time for Witchblade month as Top Cow re-releases the highly acclaimed Witchblade #½ issue. Showcasing one of Sara and Nottingham's most vicious meetings, who will make it out alive? With an all new cover, this great half issue is not to be missed!! FC, 24pg $2.99 WITCHBLADE #55—EXCLUSIVE BATTLE OF THE PLANETS COVER (W) David Wohl (P) Francis Manapul (I) Jason Gorder (C) John Starr/Beth Sotelo The Battle of the Planets phenomenon continues on as the team comes face to face with the Witchblade on this great alternate cover!! This incredible crossover event cover premiered at the Wizard World East convention earlier this year and was the hit of the show!! A highly visual and stunning cover, only a handful of copies remain so make sure to grab yours while you can!! FC, 32pg PI WITCHBLADE #55—EXCLUSIVE BATTLE OF THE PLANETS COVER ANDY PARK SIGNED EDITION (W) David Wohl (P) Francis Manapul (I) Jason Gorder (C) John Starr/Beth Sotelo The Battle of the Planets phenomenon continues on as the team comes face-to-face with none other than Sara Pezzini, the Witchblade!! This incredible crossover event cover premiered at the Wizard World East convention earlier this year and was the hit of the show!! Plus, now is your chance to own this incredible cover signed by artist Andy Park (Tomb Raider)!! Quantities are limited so act now!! FC, 32pg PI BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #4 (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C) Shane Law and Udon Studios Who is the mysterious and nefarious Zoltar? And how far will he go in his quest to infiltrate, conquer and annihilate all of humanity? What connection does he have to the Gotchaman team's mentor Dr. Anderson? And even more importantly, can the team stay together long enough to save all of mankind? The frightening answers begin to be revealed This Issue:. FC, 32pg $2.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS CONVENTION POSTER By Alex Ross The first-ever Battle of the Planets poster is now available!! Previously a convention exclusive, now is your chance to own the poster of the hottest team in the universe, Battle of the Planets! Painted by none other than Alex Ross, Mark, Jason, Princess, Tiny and Keyop are ready to protect your walls today! Ships rolled. Poster, FC PI TOP COW CLASSICS: TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE #1 (W & P) Michael Turner (I) Joe Weems (C) Jonathan D. Smith Top Cow Classics is proud to present the original special that started it all, Tomb Raider/Witchblade. Written and illustrated by superstar Michael Turner, you can now own this modern day classic in its purist form. Made available for the first time ever in a black and white format, this beautiful issue won't last long! b&w, 32pg $2.99 TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE: TROUBLE SEEKERS TP (W) Michael turner/Bill O'Neil (P) Michael Turner/Keu Cha (I) Joe Weems (C) Jonathan D. Smith Lara and Sara are back in a few of their most celebrated crossover events! Containing the first ever meeting of these two ultra- beauties, the Tomb Raider/Witchblade special and their second historic teaming in the Witchblade/Tomb Raider Special, you can now relive these classic adventures all over again!! Also including the hard-to-find Witchblade/Tomb Raider #½ issue, all encompassed with an all-new cover by artist Michael Turner, this great trade paperback is sure to go fast!! SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $7.95 WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER HOLOFOIL COVER—MARC SILVESTRI SIGNED EDITION (P) Marc Silvestri From the depths of the Top Cow vaults comes the first ever offering of the uncut Witchblade/Tomb Raider holofoil cover, illustrated by the man himself, Marc Silvestri! As an added bonus, Marc has signed a handful of these great uncut covers, making sure they're ready to be framed and displayed for all to see!! Measuring over 11" x 14" in size, quantities of this incredible exclusive are limited, make sure to grab yours today!! Shipped flat. FC, 11x14 PI ***********END TOP COW SECTION*********** VAMPIRE'S CHRISTMAS (W) Joseph Michael Linsner. (Painted artwork) Linsner and Mike Dubisch. (Cover) Linsner. FC 48pp $5.95 Graphic Novel The Concept: At Christmas time, all dreams come true. What do vampires dream of? Blood, of course. Lots of it. Esque, the vampire, is no different, but in Santa's eyes he's been more naughty than nice. A lump of coal in his stocking is what Esque expects as he goes off into the cold city night to seek his holiday dinner. During his hunt on Christams Eve, he encounters junkies, pedophiles, goth chicks, and the scariest of them all — holiday shoppers. Everyone's hustling for that last-minute score, and amidst the snow and carols, who knows what Esque might find? This Graphic Novel marks the return of Esque, Joseph Michael Linsner's post-modern vampire. After haunting Linsner's work for the last 10 years, Esque finally gets a chance to star in a book of his own. The Vampire's Christmas — the feel-good vampire comic of the season! MARVEL COMICS Max Comics ALIAS #15 Painted Cover By David Mack Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Michael Gaydos (a) MAX's super-powered P.I. has another meeting with the man called Cage! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING 2.99 SHANG-CHI: MASTER OF KUNG FU #2 (OF 4) Cover By Paul Gulacy Doug Moench (w)/Paul Gulacy (p & i) The martial arts spy action continues in this new MAX series! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING 2.99 APACHE SKIES #4 (OF 4) Painted Cover By Leonardo Manco John Ostrander (w)/Leonardo Manco (a) Concluding MAX's fully painted wicked Western! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING 2.99 THE HOOD #6 (OF 6) Cover By Kyle Hotz Brian K. Vaughan (w)/Kyle Hotz (p)/Eric Powell (i) Concluding MAX's street-level look into the mind of a new villain! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING 2.99 X-Men NEW X-MEN #133 Cover By Frank Quitely Grant Morrison (w)/Ethan Van Sciver (p)/Norm Rapmund (i) A new mutant is introduced - but what will she mean to the X-Men? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 NEW X-MEN VOL. 1: E IS FOR EXTINCTION TPB Still available! Collecting NEW X-MEN #114 - #117 by Grant Morrison & Frank Quitely! STAR14525......12.95 NEW X-MEN VOL. 2: IMPERIAL TPB Still available! Collecting NEW X-MEN #118 - #126 by Grant Morrison, Ethan Van Sciver, Igor Kordey & Frank Quitely! APR021787......19.99 MEKANIX #1 (OF 6) Cover By Celia Calle Chris Claremont (w)/Juan Bobillo (p)/Marcelo Sosa (i) Chris Claremont returns to his favorite character, Kitty Pryde! What has the ex-X-Man been up to at the University of Chicago? Find out as Claremont brings back one of his most popular mutants! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG 2.99 X-TREME X-MEN #19 Cover By Salvador Larroca & Liquid! Chris Claremont (w)/Salvador Larroca & Liquid! (a) A standalone issue kicks off a new direction for X-TREME X-MEN! It's a cozy Thanksgiving at the X-Mansion- or is it? After getting conflicting messages from Jean Grey, the team makes an important decision about their very existence! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.99 X-TREME X-MEN VOL. 1 TPB Still available! STAR15428......19.95 UNCANNY X-MEN #414 Cover By Steve Uy Chuck Austen (w)/Sean Phillips (p) Guess who joins the team! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 ULTIMATE X-MEN #23 Cover By Adam Kubert Mark Millar (w)/Kaare Andrews (p)/David McCaig (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES......2.25 X-STATIX #4 Cover By Frank Quitely & Mike Allred Peter Milligan (w)/Mike Allred & Darwyn Cooke (p & i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 EXILES #18 Cover By Mike McKone & Jon Holdredge Judd Winick (w)/Mike McKone (p)/Jon Holdredge (i) A new story begins as Morph's past comes back to haunt him - and it could mean the end of the Exiles as we know them! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 WEAPON X #2 Cover By Georges Jeanty Frank Tieri (w)/Georges Jeanty (p)/Dexter Vines (i) She may be a hottie now, but Marrow is still deadly! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 AGENT X #4 Cover By UDON Gail Simone (w)/Alvin Lee & UDON (a) Who is Mary Zero? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 SOLDIER X #4 Painted Cover By Igor Kordey Darko Macan (w)/Igor Kordey (p) The ground shakes when Geo debuts- and kicks Soldier X's butt! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 WOLVERINE #182 Cover By Essad Ribic Frank Tieri (w)/Sean Chen (p & i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 WOLVERINE: NETSUKE #2 (OF 4) Painted Cover By George Pratt George Pratt (w & a) Wolverine goes samurai in this fully-painted story by George Pratt (Enemy Ace: War Idyll)! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......3.99 X-MEN ICONS: CHAMBER #3 (OF 4) Cover By Chris Bachalo Brian K. Vaughan (w)/Lee Ferguson (p)/Norm Rapmund (i) Continuing the new miniseries from the pages of UNCANNY X-MEN! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.99 Spider-Man THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #45 Cover By Frank Cho J. Michael Straczynski (w)/John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #27 & #28 Covers by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p)/Art Thibert (i) Two issues this month! A new story begins! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES......2.25 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VOL. 1 TPB Still available! STAR13283......14.95 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VOL. 2 TPB Still available! STAR14926......12.99 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VOL. 3 TPB Still available! STAR15962......17.95 SPIDER-MAN: LEGEND OF THE SPIDER CLAN #1 (OF 3) A Marvel Mangaverse Story Cover By Kaare Andrews Kaare Andrews (w)/Skott Young (p) His first one-shot sold out - now Manga Spidey returns! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 MARVEL MANGAVERSE VOL. 1 TPB Still available! Spider-Man, The Hulk, The X-Men and more are re-imagined as we collect the event that gave birth to the Marvel Mangaverse! STAR15476......24.95 SPIDER-MAN/BLACK CAT: THE EVIL THAT MEN DO #5 (OF 5) Cover By Terry & Rachel Dodson Kevin Smith (w)/Terry Dodson (p)/Rachel Dodson (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/CARDSTOCK COVER/FC/MARVEL PG......2.99 SPIDER-MAN: BLUE #6 (OF 6) Cover By Tim Sale Jeph Loeb (w)/Tim Sale (p & i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/CARDSTOCK COVER/FC/MARVEL PG......3.50 SPIDER-MAN'S GET KRAVEN #5 (OF 7) Cover By Joe Quesada Ron Zimmerman (w)/John McCrea (p)/James Hogdkinds (i) 32 PGS. WITH NO ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 PETER PARKER, SPIDER-MAN #49 Cover By Mark Buckingham Paul Jenkins (w)/Mark Buckingham (p) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB #19 Cover By Jim Mahfood Robbie Morrison (w)/Jim Mahfood (p) Animals attack as Grizzly and the Rhino get their own one-shot by writer Robbie Morrison (2000 A.D.) and artist Jim Mahfood (ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP)! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/CARDSTOCK COVER/FC/MARVEL PG......2.99 SPIDER-GIRL #52 Cover By Ron Frenz Tom DeFalco (w)/Ron Frenz (p)/Al Williamson (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES......2.25 Marvel Knights CAPTAIN AMERICA #6 Cover By John Cassaday John Ney Rieber (w)/John Cassaday (p & i) The hard-hitting conclusion to the opening story arc! (Marvel Memo: This is a re-solicitation. All previous orders have been canceled.) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 THE PUNISHER #18 Painted Covers by Tim Bradstreet Garth Ennis (w)/Steve Dillon (p & i) It's a standalone - and personal -- issue as Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon bring The Punisher face-to-face with terrorism in Northern Ireland! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PGplus..2.99 each DAREDEVIL #38 Cover By Alex Maleev Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Manuel Gutierrez (p & i) Matt Murdock is on the defense in part one of "The Trial of White Tiger"! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 ELEKTRA #15 Painted Cover By Greg Horn Greg Rucka (w)/Carlo Pagulayan (p)/Danny Miki (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG plus ...2.99 ELEKTRA: GLIMPSE & ECHO #4 (OF 4) Painted Cover By Scott Morse Scott Morse (w & a) The lush, fully-painted miniseries concludes! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 Marvel Heroes THE ULTIMATES #9 Cover By Bryan Hitch Mark Millar (w)/Bryan Hitch (p)/Andrew Currie (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/CARDSTOCK COVER/FC/MARVEL PG ...2.25 THE CALL OF DUTY: THE BROTHERHOOD #5 (OF 6) Cover By David Finch Chuck Austen (w)/David Finch (p)/Art Thibert (i) Marvel continues its big launch of 2002 with a new series exploring the lives of New York City's firefighters! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 THE CALL OF DUTY: THE PRECINCT #4 (OF 5) Cover By Tom Mandrake Bruce Jones (w)/Tom Mandrake (p & i) Marvel continues its big launch of 2002 with a new series exploring the lives of New York City's police officers! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 THE CALL OF DUTY: THE WAGON #3 (OF 4) Cover By Danijel Zezelj Chuck Austen (w)/Daniel Zezelj (p & i) Marvel continues its big launch of 2002 with a new series exploring the lives of New York City's EMS workers! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 THE CALL OF DUTY: THE BROTHERHOOD #1—THE MARVEL MUST-HAVE EDITION Cover By David Finch Still available! It's sold out nationwide! But now you can read THE CALL OF DUTY: THE BROTHERHOOD #1 -- plus DAREDEVIL #32 & #33 (the issues in which Bendis & Maleev "out" DD)! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.99 MARVILLE #2 (OF ?) Cover By M.D. Bright Bill Jemas (w)/M.D. Bright (p)/Paul Neary (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG 2.25 CAPTAIN MARVEL #2 (OF ?) Cover By Kia Asamiya Peter David (w)/ChrisCross (p & i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG....2.25 ULTIMATE ADVENTURES #2 (OF ?) Cover By Kaare Andrews Ron Zimmerman (W)/Duncan Fegredo (p & i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/MARVEL PG 2.25 KILLRAVEN #1 (OF 6) Cover By Alan Davis Alan Davis (w & p)/Mark Farmer (i) An all-new sci-fi thriller! In the not-so-distant future, Martians have invaded our world and laid waste to our civilization! Now, only Jonathan Raven — the gladiator known as Killraven — and his band of Freemen stand between Earth and utter annihilation! Dig sci-fi action? Love great visuals? Then grab your tub of popcorn and get ready for an all-new adventure from the great Alan Davis! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.99 CAPTAIN BRITAIN TPB Still available! By Alan Moore & KILLRAVEN's Alan Davis! STAR15014......19.95 THE INCREDIBLE HULK #46 Cover By Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones (w)/Stuart Immonen (p)/Scott Koblish (i) A new story arc begins! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 FANTASTIC FOUR #62 Cover By Mike Wieringo Mark Waid (w)/Mike Wieringo (p)/Karl Kesel (i) A new story begins with "Sentient" part 1! 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG....2.25 THE AVENGERS #59 Cover By Rags Morales Geoff Johns (w)/Kieron Dwyer (p)/Rick Remender (i) "World Trust" part 3 of 4! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 AVENGERS ICONS: THE VISION #3 (OF 4) Computer Generated Cover By Brian Haberlin Geoff Johns (w)/Ivan Reis (p)/Joe Pimentel (i) Straight from the pages of AVENGERS, the spooky synthezoid sails into the spotlight! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG....2.99 THOR #56 Cover By Tom Raney Dan Jurgens (w)/Tom Raney (p)/Scott Hanna (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG....2.25 IRON MAN #60 Cover By Mike Grell Mike Grell (w, p & i) Mike Grell writes, pencils and inks "In Shining Armor" part 2! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 THUNDERBOLTS #73 Cover By Juan Bobillo & Marcelo Sosa Fabian Nicieza (w)/Manuel Garcia (p)/Al Vey (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 BLACK PANTHER #50 Cover By Andy Kubert Christopher Priest (w)/Dan Fraga (p)/Larry Stucker (i) A brand-new direction begins! With T'Challa gone, who will take his place? And who is the man with the trenchcoat and guns? Jump onboard one of Marvel's best-reviewed titles in the prelude to "Black &White!" 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.50 BLACK PANTHER VOL. 1: THE CLIENT TPB Still available! STAR13561......14.95 BLACK PANTHER VOL. 2: ENEMY OF THE STATE TPB Still available! STAR15138......16.95 PARADISE X #6 (OF 13) Painted Cover By Alex Ross Alex Ross & Jim Krueger (w)/ Doug Braithwaite (p)/Bill Reinhold (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/CARDSTOCK COVER/FC/MARVEL PG ..2.99 B-SIDES #2 (OF 3) Painted Cover By Sam Kieth Brian David-Marshall (w)/Brett Weldele (p & i) The Fantastic Four guest-star as we continue the birth of a new super-team from... New Jersey?! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.99 Marvel Hardcovers CAGE HC Cover By Richard Corben Brian Azzarello (w)/Richard Corben (p & i) Presenting the entire MAX series as an oversized hardcover! The urban avenger is updated for the 21st Century as the man called Cage hands out justice the only way the mean streets understand! "Think John Singleton meets Hero for Hire. If anyone can make gritty work, it's Brian Azzarello - and any book illustrated by Richard Corben is a publishing event." -Comic Shop News 128 PGS./FC/PARENTAL WARNING...19.99 THE INCREDIBLE HULK VOL. 1 HC Cover By Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones & Brian Azzarello (w)/ John Romita Jr., Lee Weeks & Richard Corben (p) A Marvel legend is reborn in this oversized hardcover! This massive volume collects the stories that revitalized the green goliath: BANNER #1 - #4 and INCREDIBLE HULK #34 - #43! "They said it couldn't be done, but Marvel has proved the skeptics wrong and made INCREDIBLE HULK a top-selling title- Bruce Jones has created an intriguing, 'Fugitive'-esque story that has fans counting the days for the next issue" -Wizard, The Comics Magazine 352 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...29.99 DAREDEVIL/ELEKTRA: LOVE & WAR HC Painted Cover By Bill Sienkiewicz Frank Miller (w)/Bill Sienkiewicz (a) Now in one deluxe hardcover, two epic tales of devotion and death -- ELEKTRA: ASSASSIN and DAREDEVIL: LOVE AND WAR! 328 PGS./FC./MARVEL PG..29.99 THE MARVEL ENCYCLOPEDIA HC Wraparound Painted Cover By Alex Ross Still available! Because fandom demanded it: an all-new official handbook of the Marvel Universe - now in one oversized hardcover! From The Avengers to The Ultimates, here's the perfect resource guide for both new readers and veteran fans! Now with Power Grids, Essential Reading Recommendations and a new wraparound painted cover By Alex Ross! 240 PGS./FC...29.99 NEW X-MEN VOL. 1 HC Cover By Frank Quitely Grant Morrison (w)/ Frank Quitely, Lienil Yu, Igor Kordey & Ethan Van Sciver (p) Still Available! Presenting the first full year of super-scribe Grant Morrison's run on comics' top-selling title in one deluxe, oversized volume! This keepsake volume collects NEW X-MEN #114 - #126, plus NEW X-MEN 2001! 384 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...29.99 Trade Paperbacks AVENGERS FOREVER Cover By Carlos Pacheco Kurt Busiek (w)/Carlos Pacheco (p) Back in print! The fan-favorite time-travel epic is back - just in time for AVENGERS: THE KANG DYNASTY! 296 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...24.99 AVENGERS: THE KANG DYNASTY Cover By Kieron Dwyer Kurt Busiek (w)/Kieron Dwyer, Manuel Garcia, Brent Anderson, Ivan Reis & Alan Davis (p) The warlord known as Kang the Conqueror returns - and this time he's enslaving the entire Earth! Collecting AVENGERS (vol. 3) #41 - #55 and AVENGERS ANNUAL 2001! 384 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...29.99 CABLE VOL. 2: THE END Cover By Igor Kordey Darko Macan & David Tischman (w)/ Igor Kordey & Mike Huddleston (p) The one-man-army known as Cable heads to the world's hotspots to spread peace - and he's not afraid to back his message up with bullets! Collecting CABLE #101 - #107! "CABLE remains as strong as ever been, and definitely as beautiful to look at, as Igor Kordey delivers some of the most unusual and intense visuals to be found in super hero comics." -TheFourthRail.com 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 THE INFINITY ABYSS Cover By Jim Starlin Jim Starlin (w & p) Spider-Man, Dr. Strange, Captain Marvel, Warlock, Thanos and more collide in Jim Starlin's latest cosmic epic! Collecting the entire six-part saga! 176 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...17.99 MARVEL MANGAVERSE VOL. 2 Cover By Ben Dunn Ben Dunn & Kevin Gunstone (w)/Ben Dunn (p) Take a Manga-influenced look at The Fantastic Four, Dr. Doom, Galactus, The Avengers and more as we collect MARVEL MANGAVERSE #1 - #6! 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...12.99 SPIDER-MAN: QUALITY OF LIFE Cover By Scott Sava Greg Rucka (w)/Scott Sava (p) Spider-Man squares off against the lethal Lizard in this CGI spectacular! 112 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...12.99 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VOL. 4: ? Cover By Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p) The Green Goblin returns as we collect ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #22 - #27! "Brian Michael Bendis 'gets' everything that makes Spider-Man (and Peter Parker) such a fun character and he captures the mood every single time!" -Aint It Cool News 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN VOL. 3: WORLD TOUR Cover By Adam Kubert Mark Millar & Chuck Austen (w)/ Adam Kubert, Essad Ribic & Chris Bachalo(p) To win humanity's trust, The X-Men take their first-ever, world-spanning field trip - and face Professor X's greatest secret! Collecting ULTIMATE X-MEN #13 - #20! "ULTIMATE X-MEN has that dark edge that only Mark Millar's best Authority stories once enjoyed." -Comics International 192 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...17.99 DEADLINE Cover By Greg Horn Bill Rosemann (w)/Guy Davis (p & i) Still Available! What's it like to be a reporter in a world full of super-humans? Find out as a Daily Bugle rookie stumbles upon a mystery that will either make her career or end her life! "Strong dialogue with superb art and an immensely likeable new character make Deadline a winner." -Aint It Cool News 96 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...9.99 ESSENTIAL DAREDEVIL VOL. 1 Cover By Jack Kirby Stan Lee (w)/Wally Wood, Gene Colan & John Romita Sr. (p) Still Available! The career of the Man Without Fear - soon to star in a major motion picture - begins as we collect DAREDEVIL (vol. 1) #1 - #25 in a huge, bargain-priced volume! 544 PGS./B&W...14.99 ESSENTIAL IRON MAN VOL. 1 Cover By Bruce Timm Stan Lee (w)/Jack Kirby, Don Heck & Steve Ditko (p) Still Available! The Mandarin, Crimson Dynamo and Titanium Man attack the Armored Avenger as we reprint TALES OF SUSPENSE #39 - #72 in one gigantic, bargain-priced volume! 512 PGS./B&W...14.99 G.I. JOE VOL. 4 Cover By J. Scott Campbell Larry Hama (w)/Frank Springer & Rod Whigham (p) Still Available! The action-packed saga of America's elite special-missions forces continues as we reprint G.I. JOE #31 - #41, featuring the 1st appearances of Flint, Ripcord and Lady Jaye! 256 PGS./FC...25.99 G.I. JOE VOL. 1 TPB Still available! STAR15567......24.95 G.I. JOE VOL. 2 TPB Still available! STAR15942 24.95 G.I. JOE VOL. 3 TPB Still available! MAY021537......24.95 INCREDIBLE HULK VOL. 2: BOILING POINT Cover By Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones (w)/Lee Weeks (p) Still Available! Trapping Bruce Banner between nervous cops and a trigger-happy kidnapper, horror writer Bruce Jones and veteran artist Lee Weeks continue the green goliath's pressure-packed renaissance! Reprinting INCREDIBLE HULK (vol. 2) #40 - #43! "If you missed out on Bruce Jones' first story arc, this might be a great time for you to jump on and see what the buzz is about. INCREDIBLE HULK is one of the best titles Marvel offers." -HeroRealm.com 96 PGS./FC./MARVEL PG..8.99 SPIDER-MAN: RETURN OF THE GOBLIN Cover By Humberto Ramos Paul Jenkins (w)/Humberto Ramos (p) Still Available! Like you saw in the movie, the gruesome Green Goblin reveals an insidious plot as we collect PETER PARKER, SPIDER-MAN (vol. 2) #44 - #47! 96 PGS./FC./MARVEL PG..8.99 SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB VOL. 3 Painted Cover By Sean Phillips Brian Azzarello, Zeb Wells & Ron Zimmerman (w)/ Duncan Fegredo, Sean Phillips & Paul Pope (p) Still Available! An impressive list of "indie" creators take a quirky look at the web-slinger's not-so-friendly neighborhood! Collecting SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB #12 - #17! "TANGLED WEB continues to bring some great creators' visions of Spidey's world." -Comics International 160 PGS./FC./MARVEL PG..15.99 SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB VOL. 1 TPB Still available! STAR14449......15.95 SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB VOL. 2 TPB Still available! STAR15483......14.95 X-MEN VISIONARIES: JIM LEE Cover By Jim Lee Various (w)/Jim Lee (p) Still Available! As Jim Lee begins his run on Batman, isn't this a great time to check out his run on X-MEN that made him famous? 304 PGS./FC./MARVEL PG..29.99 Diamond Select SPIDER-MAN BLACK COSTUME BUST A Diamond Select Release! This stand-alone release is the same hit (sold-out!) Spider-Man Bust sculpted by Sam Greenwell, this time re-painted to depict Spidey's post-Secret Wars black costume. Standing just over 6 inches tall, the web spinner comes mounted atop a web-draped logo base, and is captured in mid-swing. Some heroes seem to change their costumes every month, but not Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man; when he changes outfits, it's an event! Limited to a one time production run of 5,000 piece worldwide! Each bust includes a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Guaranteed on sale in November 2002! Bust $45.00 MARVEL SELECT: ELEKTRA ACTION FIGURE A Diamond Select Release! Toy Biz and Diamond Select bring their unique vision to one the third release in their ongoing "Marvel Select" monthly series of original figures: this month presenting one of Marvel's most popular female anti-heroes, Elektra! Daredevil's one-time love/nemesis makes her Marvel Select debut as sculptor Steve Kiwus captures all the beauty and power of the deadly ninja assassin as depicted on artist Greg Horn's covers to the hit Marvel Knights series! A new innovation for Marvel Select, this figure comes with interchangeable legs and arms so you can display her in a "sexy" or "battle-ready" pose. The extra parts not currently being used to display Elektra can be stored in the compartment hidden within the included castle base! Elektra, like all other figures in the Marvel Select line, will not be sold in the mass market - it is meant just for you, the True collector! Comes packaged on a deluxe blister card. Guaranteed on sale in November 2002! Figure $18.99 SILVER AGE X-MEN: THE BEAST 8-INCH RESIN STATUE A Diamond Select Release! The second release in Diamond Select's original Silver Age X-Men statues! For the first time ever, the Stan "The Man" Lee and Jack "King" Kirby's original X-Men are being immortalized in a unique and collectible statue line; a line which you can not only display separately, but together to form one large diorama display! Master sculptor Rudy Garcia has captured all the dynamism and power that made Kirby's work loved worldwide. Each piece ships with a letter that can be inserted into the base of the statue so, if you should decide to collect the entire line, you can spell out "X-Men" on the bases. The Beast ships with the letter "X", sculpted in the classic X-Men logo style! Measuring 8" from the bottom of the base to the top of his outstretched arm, The Beast is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, each including a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. A new piece will be added to the line every other month, guaranteed! Beast is scheduled to ship in November! Statue $75.00 THE CALL OF DUTY POSTER A Diamond Select Release! The Call of Duty is the new hit Marvel Comics series following the lives and daily exploits of some of the firefighters, police, and EMT workers in New York of the Marvel Universe. The series has been featured on CNN, CBS, The Today Show and more, and the first issue has already sold-out at comic stores everywhere. The latest DST/Marvel poster depicts the amazing cover to issue #1, created by top artist David Finch. The poster measures 22 ¼" x 34" and is printed on 100lb stock for longer life. This poster is sure to be a hit with fans of great art, as well as fans of those real life heroes that surround us every day. Guaranteed in stores November 2002! Poster, 22x34, FC $5.99 SPIDER-MAN WEB-SHOOTERS DISPLAY REPLICA A Diamond Select Release! Can we call 2002 anything but "The Year of the Spider?!" This is the first in DST's new line of life-sized scale replicas, based on the Marvel Universe! The first release in this line is none other than Spidey's famous web- shooters! The base for the web shooters replicates Spider-Man's webbing, and acts as the perfect stand for these 1:1 scale replicas! The web shooters are cast from high quality pewter and each feature a removable web-fluid cartridge (also solid pewter). While these replicas are meant only for display and cannot be worn, they are sure to find a place of honor in any Spider-Fan's collection! Each Web-Shooter Display comes complete with a hand-numbered, full-color Certificate of Authenticity. Guaranteed in stores November 2002! Display Replica $120.00 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #134 EXCLUSIVE! SUPERMAN HEROCLIX LIMITED FIGURE OFFER FROM THE WIZ KIDS COLLECTIBLE MINIATURES GAME! EXCLUSIVE! LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS PROMO MOVIE CARD FROM TOPPS! *Wizard: The Comics Magazine #134 presents an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the wheeling and dealing behind the new Batman series by WildStorm founder Jim Lee and Jeph Loeb. Learn how this exciting DC Comics project came to life direct from Lee and Loeb. Jim Lee illustrates a dynamic new Batman with the Joker for this issue's cover. *Marvel President Bill Jemas answers the tough questions from Wizard fans on everything! From the next Ultimate books and Wolverine's origin to Marvel's all-new fan event this fall, everything you want to know will be in here! Super-artist Frank Cho (Liberty Meadows) creates an all-new Wolverine/Phoenix cover! *Preview 5 pages of The Darkness by the new creative team of artist Dale Keown (The Pitt) and writer Paul Jenkins (Origin) from Top Cow Productions. *Our second sensational 5-page comic preview comes from CrossGeneration Comics, which presents Chimera, an all-new series by artist Brandon Peterson with writer Ron Marz. *Comics We Wanna See—The Sopranos! The Matrix! Harry Potter! Lord of the Rings! See today's hottest television shows and movies get drawn by top artists, including J. Scott Campbell, Humberto Ramos, John Cassaday and more. *Monster TV & Movie Preview—From "X-Men 2" to the Spider-Man animated series, Wizard gives you the latest news on every comic-related movie or TV project now in development. *Wizard Magazine is the only place to get all the news you need to know about your favorite comic books, artists and creators along with information on related media like movies and television. Check out the Top 10 Hottest Comics and find out how comics are trading in the current market place with our price guide, which includes data on CGC (Comics Guaranty Corp.) graded books and more. ON SALE SEPTEMBER 25, 2002 Magazine (Batman cover by Jim Lee) $4.99 Magazine (Wolverine/Phoenix cover by Frank Cho) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER PRESENTS: YU-GI-OH! & TODAY'S HOTTEST ANIME GAMES FREE! YU-GI-OH! GUIDE WITH OVER 1000 JAPANESE AND AMERICAN CARDS! *InQuest Gamer is proud to present Today's Hottest Anime Games and YU-GI-OH!—a new special one-shot publication unlike anything we've ever done before. This is a high-energy magazine for both children and adults on the Yu-Gi-Oh! card- collecting phenomenon that has swept the country. See all of the hottest cards in our complete full color photo price guide. Learn everything you need to know about the red-hot game along with exclusive info on other anime favorites like Dragonball Z and Pokémon. *INQUEST Gamer Presents YU-GI-OH! And Today's Hottest Anime Games will be your one-stop full-color photo-reference guide loaded with all the cards, fun Yu-Gi-Oh! related features, prices and collecting tips. Learn the origin of Yu-Gi-Oh!, how to collect, care for, display and preserve your precious card collection. Get the latest on Pokémon cards, collectibles and more. Play the best Dragonball Z cards and get the inside scoop on what's next for this game. *Can't read those red-hot Japanese Yu-Gi-Oh! cards? Check out our complete Japanese Yu-Gi-Oh! card guide with complete translations of all the Yu-Gi-Oh! CCG cards sets that have only been released in Japan and trace the development and expansion of the game in the Far East! Get this crucial Yu-Gi-Oh! preview information from Japan right here! *Find out about all of the future card expansions and special limited edition cards. Our collecting features will show you how to get the cards you're looking for at lower prices as well as the Top 10 hottest Yu-Gi-Oh!, Dragonball Z and Pokémon cards. *Get a complete episode guide for the Yu-Gi-Oh! cartoon along with info on what was edited out of episodes before they aired in the U.S. *Catch up with Dragonball Z, Pokémon and all of your favorite cartoon characters and games in this special edition publication from the editors of InQuest Gamer: The Gaming Magazine. ON SALE OCTOBER 16, 2002 Magazine (Yu-Gi-Oh! cover) $4.99 TOYFARE #64 EXCLUSIVE! G.I. JOE REAL AMERICAN HERO SNAKE EYES AND SCARLETT (1982/83 ORIGINAL SCULPTS) 2- PACK LIMITED FIGURE OFFER FROM HASBRO! *TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #64 introduces you to the people in charge of your favorite toy lines. Meet the team leaders behind Star Wars, Spider-Man, Transformers, He-Man, G.I. Joe, Marvel Legends and more. Learn how and why they make the decisions that they make. Get their secrets of the trade and find out never-before-known ideas about top toy lines! *Snoop Dogg, the platinum-selling rap phenomenon enters the world of toys with an all-new line of Snoop figures from Vital Toys. As his newest CD hits stores in October, meet the man behind the music and these new action figures and get his distinct take on toys. The all-new Snoop figure makes its debut on the cover. *See the Star Wars Expanded Universe line of figures that was never produced after 1983's Return Of The Jedi film. Is this the "missing link" toy line that Star Wars collectors have always wanted to see? Find out in this issue! *Twisted ToyFare Theatre breaks all the rules and taboos this month in another shocking episode. Will anyone in Megoville survive? *This month's Specialty Price Guide features Anime action figures. This category of toys is exploding across the world. Find out with photos and prices how hot toys from Dragonball Z, Gundam, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Love Hina, Battle Of The Planets, Trigun, Robotech and more are trading today in the marketplace. *ToyFare's MARKETPLACE gets you inside the latest trends, happenings and more. Get the latest Ups 'n' Downs, Expert Analysis, the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures and more! Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value! *ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Whether you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine. ON SALE OCTOBER 9, 2002 Magazine (Dragonball Z cover) $4.99 Magazine (Snoop Dog cover) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER #91 EXCLUSIVE! STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE PREVIEW GAME CARD FROM DECIPHER! *As Magic: Onslaught hits InQuest Gamer #91 presents an all-new 40-page Magic Player's Guide with all of the latest Oracle wordings. That's every single Magic card in one place—this issue of InQuest Gamer. Plus, get the Top 10 Onslaught cards, the latest prices, new killer decks and the ultimate coverage on everything Magic! *Preview Decipher's new Lord Of The Rings The Two Towers core set. In anticipation of the newest release, we'll showcase the new cards that will dramatically alter both tournament and casual game play. See the all-new sites change the decks that you can play and meet brand new companions that will shake up your starting character line-ups. There will be 350 cards tied to the new film which hits in December and this issue of InQuest Gamer will get you all the most important details. Find out about the new Aragorn, the newest minions and the appearance of Gollum. *Get the latest info on Mage Knight Minions. Centered on super-cool monsters, we rank Minions' game factions in power order as these new creatures blow apart the Mage Knight status quo. Will the Necropolis Sect destroy the Black Powder Rebels? Can the Mage Spawn climb to the top? Find out right here! *Yu-Gi-Oh is red hot! Preview the next expansion Magic Ruler coming from Upper Deck. Check out our complete Yu-Gi-Oh card price guide and complete lists of all the Yu-Gi-Oh CCG cards sets that have been released and trace the latest price changes. Get this crucial Yu-Gi-Oh preview information ONLY in InQuest Gamer! *Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh and Mage Knight price guides. InQuest Gamer is THE ONLY MAGAZINE THAT FEATURES THE MOST COMPLETE MAGIC PRICE GUIDES and resources to put you at the top of your game. ON SALE OCTOBER 2, 2002 Magazine (Magic: Onslaught cover) $4.99 WIZARD EXCLUSIVES WIZARD WORLD EAST T-SHIRTS Get the amazing shirts from the first Wizard World EAST convention that took place last May in Philadelphia. The first shirt features Spider-Man drawn by Joe Quesada. This image was the cover to the convention program. The second shirt has long sleeves and features Jean Grey and Emma Frost of the X-Men drawn by Adam Hughes. This image originally appeared on the cover to Wizard: The Comics Magazine #129. WIZARD WORLD EAST SPIDER-MAN T-SHIRT L-XL $14.99Ea. WIZARD WORLD EAST X-MEN LONG SLEEVE T-SHIRT L-XL $19.99Ea. O/A LADY DEATH CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT Get the exclusive Lady Death Christmas Ornament figure with a red and green cape. Exquisitely sculpted by Clayburn Moore of Moore Creations and approved by creator, Brian Pulido, this ToyFare exclusive is not a toy and comes in a special protective box. Complete your set of Lady Death figures now with this ToyFare exclusive. Ornament PI O/A UNCANNY X-MEN #94 WIZARD ACE EDITION Wizard ACE Editions are back with another one of the most requested Marvel comics that fans have asked to get an ACE of— Uncanny X-Men #94, with the very first appearance of the all-new X-Men by writer Len Wein and artist Dave Cockrum. Artist Frank Quitely illustrates a dramatic all-new 2-part acetate cover featuring the Wolverine, Cyclops, Colossus, Jean Grey and Thunderbird. FC SRP: $13.99 O/A JUST A PILGRIM: GARDEN OF EDEN #1 Garth Ennis the creator of Preacher returns with the second Just A Pilgrim series Garden Of Eden. The mysterious Pilgrim has walked over ten thousand miles across the post-apocalyptic wasteland that remains of the Earth. It's now 12-years after "The Burn," when the sun enlarged, sending human civilization into ruin. In his travels, he comes upon a gigantic trench, which reaches miles into the ocean floor, where he encounters hellish human vermin, which attack and a new group of human survivors looking for a hero. Just A Pilgrim: Garden Of Eden features dramatic artwork by Carlos Ezquerra, one of the co- creators of Judge Dredd. and a cover by Joe Jusko. FC, 32pg $2.99 WIZARD AUTHENTIC/DYNAMIC FORCES BEAUTIFUL KILLER #1 DF/WA SIGNED BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI This is the limited edition variant cover by Phil Noto. Meet Brigit Cole, the albino daughter of two expert secret agents, Anna and Kingsly Cole! They have trained Brigit in all the tricks of the spy trade! This is one woman you wouldn't want to meet in a dark alley! FC SRP: $29.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #1 DF/WA RE-MARKED EDITION Each fantastic 1st issue will feature a special single "Head Sketch" by the creators at Udon Studios! FC SRP: $69.99 MICRONAUTS #1 CGC GRADED 9.6 FOR WIZARD AUTHENTIC The Micronauts are back, and DF teams up with CGC and Wizard Authentic to bring you Blue Foil 9.6's and better! Our exclusive cover to Micronauts #1 is available here enhanced with Gold Foil, graded 9.6 by CGC and ready for your collection! FC SRP: $150.00 EARTH X: WOLVERINE/LOGAN BRONZE BUST – From Alex Ross' Earth X Series, Dynamic Forces special Wolverine bronze edition Earth X bust is coming in at Wizard's special 10th Anniversary price for 1 month only $69.95. All orders must be received by September 31st to qualify for the special. Only 699 were manufactured in the world, but supplies are limited to FAR less than!!!!!!!!! And as a special bonus for Wizard Authentic fans, this item will come with 10 random limited edition books at no extra cost to help celebrate Wizard's 10th anniversary!!!!!! Wwwwhhhoooooo WWWWWhhhhooooo - You get the presents! Bust $69.95 ******************** COMICS SECTION AAA MILWAUKEE PUBLISHING THE ARSENIC LULLABIES OCTOBER 2002 #3 by Douglas Paszkiewicz All-new artwork and stories by Harvey award-nominated Douglas Paszkiewicz! Find out why they call this "the king of all funny books." Voodoo Joe and his fetus army seek revenge on a mentally challenged clerk; the tooth fairy takes a second job as a grim reaper, and more! Biting humor, talented artwork, and imagination, combined like few others, make this series a must-read for anyone who thinks they have seen everything! b&w, 24pg $2.65 AAA POP COMICS THE MADMAN PICTURE EXHIBITION LIMITED EDITION HC Art by Various This is the ultimate coffee table book! And the last chance to get all of this art in one place! This special deluxe limited edition hardcover collects all of the art from the two bubblegum card boxed sets (now full-sized, several with new coloring) and the four Madman Gallery pin-up books. It's unlikely that there has ever been or ever will be a greater collection of the world's greatest comic book artists and illustrators between two covers, including work by Jack Kirby, Frank Miller, Brian Bolland, Chris Ware, Matt Wagner, Tim Sale, Adam Highes, Dave Gibbons, Geof Darrow, Art Adams, Mike Mignola, Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, Erik Larsen, Tim Bradstreet, Alex Ross, Frank Quietly, Jeff Smith, Matt Groening, and many more. How all these great talents and legends were talked into drawing and painting the wonky Frank "Madman" Einstein and friends may never be revealed. This book is limited to 1,000 copies with no plans of additional editions. (CAUT: 4) HC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $29.95 AARDVARK VANAHEIM CEREBUS #283 by Dave Sim & Gerhard Latter Days: Part 18 (of 35) "Still Chasing YHWH"—The side-splitting sequel to last month's laff-a-minute, sleeper hit of the fall. Cerebus continues his study of obscure, sacred text Konigsberg, the not-so-good Samaritan has brought him. The countdown to issue 300 (March, 2004) continues… t-minus 17 and counting! b&w, 24pg $2.25 AARDWOLF PUBLISHING WHITE MAN DANCING GN by Clifford Meth Features eight prophetic, mind-twisting tales from author Clifford Meth. Illustrators include a virtual Marvel Bullpen reunion: Gene Colan, Joe Sinnott, Herb Trimpe, Marie Severin, and Dave Cockrum. Painted cover by Mike Ploog, forward by Al Feldstein, and an afterword by Robert Bloch. Stan Lee calls it, "Fresh and absorbing –– clever and replete with surprises." SC, 102pg, b&w $9.95 ABSENCE OF INK COMIC PRESS POP GUN WAR #5 by Farel Dalrymple Roger says goodbye to Sinclair and leaves the city forever. Sinclair and Addison visit the doll factory and meet the maniacal Puppeteer, Mr. Grimshaw's boss. Sunshine Montana makes an appearance just in time; and of course the Emilies rock out. "Bicycle Messenger" is the fifth chapter of Pop Gun War, an ongoing series by Farel Dalrymple, 2002 nominee for the Russ Manning Award for "Most Promising Newcomer!" b&w, 24pg $2.50 ABSTRACT STUDIOS STRANGERS IN PARADISE #54 by Terry Moore What do Elvis and Katchoo have in common? Girl trouble! This issue begins a three-part story arc focusing on the intertwined love lives of Katchoo and Francine with the Silver Surfer brothers, Brad and Griffin. Brad is Francine's former fiancé. Griffin is Brad's famous rock star brother. Brad wants Francine back. Griffin wants to help. But when he comes to meet Francine to petition on his brother's behalf, in walks Katchoo and… you won't believe it! What is the unexpected connection between the foursome that could tear them apart? b&w, 24pg $2.95 TERRY MOORE'S PARADISE TOO! #10 by Terry Moore Madness abounds! Terry's cartoon alter ego decides he's ready to become a he-man and begins a rigorous workout routine, limiting his soda pops to one an hour and power walking to his home office at the end of the hall. Oh, the pain. Meanwhile, Kixie and Lizzie pay a visit to a local palm reader, with disastrous results. And what the heck is a polar bear doing at Winona Ryder's house? b&w, 24pg $2.95 AC COMICS FEMFORCE #117 cover by Black & Nemmers "In the Curse of the Kraken" Part 2––Nightveil and She-Cat combat Simon, Aurora and the Kraken's female minions to prevent them from killing all the dance club patrons and then move on to the rest of the city. An incredible cat fight ensues with Femforce battling coochie dancers. During the struggle, Nightveil learns more of the Kraken's past, but can Laura and Jessica stop this evil entity before it claims more lives, including their own? Art and story by Scott Nemmers. Back-up story by Eric Coile has Tara growing to gigantic proportions to face the Panther Priestess who is a pretty big gal in her own right. b&w, 44pg $5.95 GIANT WOMEN OF AC UNIVERSE PORTFOLIO The latest in AC's portfolio series features giant Femforce women on the rampage. These women are so big they topple skyscrapers with their butts. Six extra large 11" x 17"black-and-white plates include Titanic Tara, Monumental Ms. Victory, Voluminous Valkyra, Mountainous Mysta, and Gigantic Garnanta! The giant women are coming and no man is safe. Awesome artwork is provided by Eric Coile, Brad Gorby, and Bill Black. The plates come packaged in a nifty illustrated envelope. Portfolio, b&w $18.00 HAND OF ZORRO #1 by Everett Raymond Kinstler Another epic adventure of El Zorro, the Fox, as illustrated by Everett Raymond Kinstler. Ladrones, dreaded highwaymen of the lonely roads of Atla, California strike terror across the territory. Investigations by Don Diego de la Vega ferret out their secret leader, the Marquis de Rigos, and it is left to the black-clad swashbuckler, El Zorro, to bring this would-be despot to justice! As an extra feature, the career of noted artist Everett Raymond Kinstler is examined with many illustrations provided by the artist himself. b&w, 44pg $5.95 WESTERN MOVIE HERO #4 The spotlight falls this time on Rex Allen, the Arizona Cowboy. Rex stars in "The False Alarm," a story beautifully illustrated by fan-favorite Russ Manning. Allen's film career is covered with accompanying photos. Then Johnny Mack Brown stars in "The Sea Rustlers," which is drawn by one of Russ Manning's favorite artists, Jesse March. Johnny uncovers a strange plot to rustle cattle by ship across the Gulf of Mexico. Rounding out this issue is Monte Hale, Republic Pictures Western star, in "Prisoner on Wheens," and off-beat yarn by Carl Pfeufer. Western fare at its finest from AC Comics! b&w, 44pg $6.95 FEAR FACTORY PACK #1 In celebration of Halloween, get the biggest pack ever, covering everything spooky, scary, and fun through classic reprints and contemporary scaries. From the fright-filled 40s and 50s, it's Frankenstein, The Claw, Stardust, The Mysterious Traveler, The Haunted Horseman, Dr. Drew, and Deep Dimension Horror by macabre masters like Dick Ayers, Jerry Grandenetti, Dick Briefer, Bob Wood, Steve Ditko, Harry Lazarus, and Dave Gantz. There's modern malevolent madness by the likes of Mark Heike, Bill Black, Chris Allen, Bill Anderson, Doug Hazelwood, and Willie Peppers. Reprints 26 full stories. Contains Gorgana's Ghoul Gallery #1 and #2, Golden Age Men of Mystery #34, Horrors of the Haunter #1, Purple Claw Mysteries #1, Deep Dimension Horror #1, and Demon Dreams of Dr. Drew #1. Pack (x7) $26.95 GOLDEN AGE GOODIES PACK #1 A quality collection bulging at the seams with some of the best features, drawn by many of the top artists of the 1940s and 50s. Check out the exploits of Captain Flash, Blue Bolt, The Black Terror, Fighting Yank, Phantom Lady, Commando Yank, The Twister, The Tomboy, Miracle Man, The Haunted Horseman, Mysta of the Moon, Auro, Lord of Jupiter, Gale Allen, Futura, Star Pirate, and more in full color as drawn by such illuminaries as Mort Meskin, Steve Ditko, Dan Barry, Reed Crandall, Paul Gustavson, Reuben Moriera, Dick Ayers, Mike Sekowsky, Kurt Schaffenberger, Fran Hopper, Graham Ingels, and Leonard Starr. Reprints 22 full stories. Contains Golden Age Men of Mystery #2 and #36 and Thrilling Science Fiction Volume 2. Pack (x3) $22.95 ACG COMICS STAR WESTERN #10 by Various Chuck "Rifleman" Connors issue! Another great collection of classic western stories including art by Severin, Nicholas, and many more! This issue features a biography and photo cover of America's favorite "Rifleman" Chuck Connors! b&w, 64pg $5.95 'NAM TALES #2 More gritty battle tales of Viet Nam featuring Sam Glanzman's classic Sgt. Harker and Chicken from the Charlton archives! The series was a popular feature in the 60s, and approached the war in a unique and at times whimsical fashion. The art is great, no-nonsense classic Glanzman as you'd expect it! A special collection of stories from a time when War Comics were king. b&w, 64pg $5.95 TALES OF FORBIDDEN WORLDS #1 by Various An exciting collection of Twilight Zone and Outer Limits-style stories! Stories with an edge, including works by Pat Boyette, Ogden Whitney, and many more, covering both horror and sci-fi genre stories! As an added bonus, a rare Gene Day short story called "Time Traveler" is also included! Cover by Gene Day. b&w, 64pg $5.95 ACTION INK THE SPIDER #2 by Gene Colan Gene Colan brings to life the legendary master villain from The Spider epic novel Death Reign of the Vampire King through a story by Jason Daly. When terror rears its loathsome head in the New York City subway system, The Spider dispatches his own brand of justice in electrifying third rail fashion. Graphic introduction by Gary Morrow. Black-and-white classic cover by Raphael De Soto. SC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w $5.00 ACTION PLANET MONSTERMAN'S TWO-HEADED MONSTROSITY SPECIAL by Mike Manley & Chris Bailey Mike Manley's Monsterman returns for another Halloween adventure joined by Chris Bailey's Major Damage. The first story features Monsterman investigating a new diner in town that seems quite popular and serves up some mean chilidogs. The only problem is that most of its customers seen to end up zombies! Monsterman decides he has to eat his way to the bottom of the mystery. Major Damage follows the Halloween exploits of eight-year-old Melvin Grimes who's obsessed with the fictional fighting super-hero Major Damage. While trick-or-treating on Halloween night, Melvin is abducted by Mucus Men from outer space. The slimy scientists plan to tag and release Melvin, but get other ideas after finding his Major Damage comic. Also includes a mini Monsterman story written by Manley and drawn by award winning artist Jose Luis Agreda. FC, 40pg $4.99 ACTIVE SYNAPSE THE SANDWALK ADVENTURES #5 by Jay Hosler Mara's adventures with Charles Darwin on the Sandwalk are coming to a close, and it is time to move on. But where will she go? She can't stay in here follicle and she isn't sure Charles can find her a new place. Join Mara as her last adventure takes into the unknown and she finds the courage to learn one last thing about heredity and heritage. The Eisner-nominated Sandwalk Adventures concludes with "The Shaft." b&w, 24pg $2.95 A.C.T.O.R. WOLVERINE VS. ULTIMATE WOLVERINE T-SHIRT The kickin' Sean Chen art of Wolverine battling Ultimate Wolverine from Wizard Magazine's "Last Man Standing" feature is now available for proud display on your torso! And yes, all proceeds from sales of this first-ever A.C.T.O.R. T-shirt go towards providing financial assistance for the forefathers of the comics industry! It's full-color art on a white background, with the A.C.T.O.R. and Marvel Comics logos displayed on the back of a high-quality, 100% cotton Hanes Comfor-T! (CAUT: 4) XL $15.00 CROSSGEN: GUARDIAN ANGELS SIGIL LITHOGRAPH The generations truly cross on this stunning all-new litho featuring femme fatales Roiya and Zanni from CrossGen Comics' Sigil, as done up by Silver Age art legend Nick Cardy! This first-ever CrossGen work by Cardy was done specifically for this massive 18" x 24" high quality lithograph, and has been lovingly colored by award-winning colorist Laura Depuy! A rare limited edition of the Guardian Angels litho — signed by Nick Cardy — is also available, limited to a mere 100 copies! REG.—Litho, 18x24, FC $29.99 SGN.—Litho, 18x24, FC (CAUT: 2) $39.99 AD HOUSE PULPATOON PILGRIMAGE GN by Joel Priddy Three friends –– a robot, a minotaur, and a plant –– meander through empty vistas, talking… will they ever say what they left behind in favor of this uncharted pilgrimage? MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 160pg, b&w $12.95 AIRSHIP ENTERTAINMENT GIRL GENIUS #8 by Phil & Kaja Foglio Phil and Kaja Foglio's old-fashioned gaslamp fantasy with adventure, romance, and mad science. After building a cobbled together clank from thins around the lab, Agatha realizes that she might be a mad scientist after all. Salver wasps attack the castle and an evacuation is ordered. FC, 40pg $3.95 BUCK GODOT VOLUME 1: ZAP GUN FOR HIRE GN––NEW PRINTING by Phil Foglio The original four short stories that introduced Buck Godot, the futuristic gun for hire who is always available, but never free. This collection is an excellent introduction to Buck and the controlled anarchy that is Hong Kong, a planet where the only law is that there is not law. Find out why Buck Godot remains one of Phil Foglio's most popular creations. MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 72pg, FC $14.95 AIRWAVE COMICS I DREAM OF JEANNIE TRICK-OR-TREATS ANNUAL #1 by Yambar, Broderick Jr., & Wheaton; cover by Morrison Jeannie blinks Major Nelson into his favorite monster movies and he quickly realizes that life is but a scream as he actually becomes one of the classic creatures that go bump in the night! And wait till you see the wild costumer she puts her master into as the trick-or-treaters arrive for their candy! This special Halloween annual is written by Chris Yambar and sports a cover by Bill Morrison that is guaranteed to chill you in all the right places! What's a Halloween party without the magic of Jeannie? b&w, 32pg $3.50 SPELLS #1 by Yambar & Krause When the Spells sisters fly into town even Satan goes into hiding! The Ugly One rides a flaming broom in search of toads. The Fat One rides a floor buffer in search of a date. The Little One rides a spatula in search of a non-stick pan. Their dark castle overlooks an unfinished highway where they watch divers plunge to their blazing doom. They're looking for a few good men, but only because their stomachs are growling! Monsters abound in this twisted black comedy from the delightfully creepy mind of Chris Yambar and the equally insane drawing board of cult favorite Levi Krause. You'll howl with laughter as these three little witches go on a rampage! b&w, 32pg $3.50 AIT/PLANET LAR DOLL AND CREATURE GN by Remender w/Heebink & Manley; cover by Brereton Religion in any form has been outlawed, and blasé hedonism is the norm, in the skewed future of Doll and Creature. Unleashed into this society of wretched self-absorption is a horrible new drug, Grey Matter, which physically transforms its users into monsters called "Hydes." With the government unable or unwilling to deal with this threat to its populace, a wealthy Priest/General, himself a veteran of the wars that caused religion to be outlawed, contracts a brilliant scientist to create a prototype "Frankenstein" to deal with the Hyde epidemic. This creature, named Gristle, is formed with only one instinct: to hunt down and mercilessly kill the Hydes. In a midnight raid against the Hydes, Gristle encounters Doll, a curvaceous beauty branded ugly by the curiously inverted standards of the time. Although able to drive off the marauding horde and save Gristle's "life," Doll is blinded during the Hyde attack. In gratitude, Gristle adapts some Hyde-detection equipment and is able to partially restore Doll's sight. Together, two outcasts forced into each other's lives by chance, Doll and Creature is a story of a pair of misfits united against a world that fears them and what they represent. SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95 ELECTRIC GIRL #10 by Mike Brennan Meet Virginia, an ordinary girl just trying to cope with her ordinary life and her ordinary adolescence. "Ordinary," that is, if your idea of ordinary is having odd electrical powers, a mischievous gremlin causing you trouble, and an angry robot menacing your town! Now she has to deal with a real witch — on Halloween night! b&w, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ELECTRIC GIRL TP'S by Mike Brennan & Various Electric Girl stars Virginia (the young girl who happens to have the electrical powers), her dog Blammo, and her invisible friend, the gremlin Oogleeoog, and chronicles their various misadventures through life. VOL. 1 (STAR12452)––SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $9.95 O/A VOL. 2––SC, 152 pages $13.95 WHITE DEATH GN by Rob Morrison & Charlie Adlard For four years, "The Great War," World War I, raged across the planet. Millions were sent to their deaths in pointless battles. The Italian Front stretched along the borders of Italy and the Austro-Hungarian Empires, in treacherous mountain regions. In the last months of 1916, a private in the Italian Bersaglieri returns to his childhood home in the Trentino mountain range to find it no longer a place of adventure and wonder as it was in his youth, but a place of death and despair. Amongst the weapons of both armies, none is more feared than the White Death: thundering avalanches deliberately caused by cannon fire... which, like war itself, consumes everything in their path. (STAR15821) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $12.95 ***************** ALABTROSS EXPLODING FUNNY BOOK GOON #1 by Eric Powell The first issue of the all-new Goon series! Featuring a giant poker-playing spider, a goat-headed demon with a funny hat, a swamp monkey monster with an identity crisis, a zombie priest who makes the swamp monkey eat a dead guy's head, and the Goon punches lots of stuff! b&w, 24pg $2.95 ALCHEMY TEXTS ARMAGEDDON PATROL: MAIDEN AMERICA SPECIAL by John Short & Alex Patterson The return of the series that asks, "What if super-heroes had fought in Vietnam?" This issue sees a self-contained, solo adventure for the patrol's popular leader… Maiden America, as she delves into the shadowy underworld of Saigon in 1968. The perfect jump-aboard story line for new readers. MATURE READERS b&w, 28pg $2.99 ALTERNATIVE COMICS BOGUS DEAD TP edited by Jerome Gaynor A scary treat for the Halloween season! Human corpses rise from the dead to devour the living! Within weeks, only a handful of people remain, fighting desperately to survive the zombies' inexhaustible appetite for human flesh. Forty-two of the world's best independent comic artists have fearlessly rallied to describe the events of mankind's horrific last days! Fans of George Romero's Night of the Living Dead films will love the blend of humor and terror employed in this anthology by cartoonists including Tom Hart, Jim Mahfood, James Kochalka, Ariel Bordeaux, Jennifer Daydreamer, Souther Salazar, Megan Kelso, David Lasky, Aleksandar Zograf, Gabrielle Bell, Graham Annable, Leela Corman, Jenny Zervakis, and dozens more! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $9.95 RUBBER NECKER #2 by Nick Bertozzi Tapped by the Eisner Awards for "Talent Deserving Wider Recognition," Nick Bertozzi unleashes the second issue of his critically acclaimed ongoing series! This issue contains: "Drop Ceiling" Chapter 2: with a fistfight, a painter, teddy bears, and what's with the corn?; "Parfum": a man, a scent, an obsession; "That Won't Help": four pages of wise advice to young men trying to make up with their girl; "There Was Something I Wanted to Tell You": an experimental comic guest-written by Tim Hall. Get onboard and get wrapped up in the world of one of America's most exciting young cartoonists! MATURE READERS PC, 32pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A RUBBER NECKER #1 by Nick Bertozzi In this first issue, "Drop Ceiling" is joined by two self-contained stories — one, a gleeful satire on the genre of the "Ivy League Professor" novel, and another exploring a surreal downtown club-scene in which everyone talks in pictograms. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 ********************* BIPOLAR #3 by Tomer & Assaf Hanuka, & Etgar Keret This issue is presented in two parts — Part One: "Pizzeria Kamikaze" continues as suicide casualties Mordi and Ari embark on a journey to find Mordi's lost love in their unique afterlife, a place prohibited only by suicide casualties. On their way, they bump into suicide bombers, a girl who has a big secret, and a crazy guy who lost his cat. Part Two: "Telekinetic": Have you ever felt like there was someone else in your house, even when you knew there wasn't? A chronic stomachache and a picture that won't stay still pushes our hero to confront this "someone," and discovers the legend of Shmilove, the world's first telekinetic. b&w, 36pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BIPOLAR #2 by Tomer & Assaf Hanuka "Junior" looks at the tragedy of imagination through the eyes of a stepson with extraordinary abilities; "Squeeze" takes a drive to the extreme poles of malehood; "Zina+Me "destroys a sexual fantasy by putting it in a relationship; and a new installment of "Pizzeria Kamikaze": After committing suicide, Chaim starts re-living in a place where everybody else is already dead. He finds a day job (pizza) and a new friend. As the routine gets to him, he bumps into his old roommate (who jumped out the window) and discovers something that will change the course of his death. b&w, 36pg $2.95 ********************** AMAZE INK/SLG PUBLISHING Amaze Ink HALO & SPROCKET #3 by Kerry Callen Find out why you shouldn't let an angel and a robot babysit your child. Plus, find out why you should let an angel and a robot talk to telemarketers! The fun continues in this acclaimed new series! b&w, 24pg $2.95 HIGHWAY 13 #8 by Les McClaine John Rogers is making his way across the country with his assistants Garth and Lucinda, gathering research for his book. When they stumble across a shadowy government project gone horribly awry, the only research possible is adventure! John, Garth, and Lucinda must battle their way through hordes of mutated government workers to find the truth behind the mystery in "Running on Fumes!" A Russ Manning Award nominee! b&w, 24pg $2.95 Slave Labor CHARM SCHOOL #6 by Elizabeth Watasin Dean is set to race through he Demonic Gates but Fairer Than challenges her to a fight to the death! Can anything more go wrong for Dean? And Bunny's mad at her too! Find out what happens to Little Salem's favorite teen witch and vampire in this latest episode of "Hotroddin" to hell and back! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 GLOOM COOKIE #14 by Serena Valentino & Breehn Burns Everyone's lives are thrown into chaos with the disappearance of Damion and the emergence of the mysterious Artemus… not to mention the Monster's strange behavior, Chrys's disturbing nightmares, and Vermilion's mental breakdown –– all leading Lex into grave danger! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GLOOM COOKIE #1––NEW PRINTING by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Enter a world filled with whimsical tales of social treachery, unrequited love, and monsters under the bed. Readers who enjoy titles such as Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Lenore will be drawn to the stylistic art and cynical storyline. This issue features Lex and Max and their vain pursuit of love, as well as a unique portrayal of nightclub intrigue. Not to mention Sebastian and his struggles with disappearing girlfriends and things that go bump in the night. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 ****************** LIKEWISE #1 by Ariel Schrag Ariel Schrag returns with the sequel series to her acclaimed works Definition and Potential with this 40-page, magazine-sized first issue. In this issue, Areil begins the chronicle of her senior year of high school with attention to detail and the nuances of teenage life that is as universal as her own experiences are unique. MATURE READERS Magazine, 40pg, b&w $4.95 LITTLE GLOOMY VOLUME 1 TP by Landry Walker & Eric Jones What happens with your name is Gloomy and you're the only human girl in a world filled with monsters? How about when your mad scientist ex-boyfriend has sworn to destroy you? And what if your monster friends are all either secretly in love with you, repressing the constant desire to hunt you for food or loudly proclaiming that they will one day destroy the world? Find out when you read "It Was a Dark and Stormy Night," a collection of Little Gloomy issues #1-4. Introduction by Nightmare Before Christmas director Henry Selick, and bonus material including a sketchbook section, script excerpts, cover gallery, interview with creators Landry Walker and Eric Jones, character bios, a travel brochure to the world of Frightsylvania, and pin- ups by Dan Bereton, Ted Naifeh, and others! SC, 128pg, b&w $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC CURRENT PRINTINGS by Jhonen Vasquez Meet Johnny and his cute little neighbor kid, Squee, in the hit series, Johnny the Homicidal Maniac. #1 (STAR14546)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 #2 (STAR15066)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 LENORE VOLUME 2: WEDGIES TP by Roman Dirge Volume 2 collects issues #5-8 of this triple-Eisner nominated series. Includes other Lenore-related tidbits, art, and introduction. Also features eight of 16 new pages in full color! (STAR12524) SC, 7x10, 104pg, PC $13.95 LENORE #9 by Roman Dirge Whisk away on another one of little Lenore's weird adventures! (STAR14989) b&w, 24pg $2.95 SQUEE #3 by Jhonen Vasquez This issue sees the return of our adorable anti-christ Pepito. More "Meanwhile," and Noodle Boy and all that heartwarming fun that makes you violently ill. (STAR14223) b&w, 24pg $2.95 THE WAITING PLACE VOLUME 2 BOOK 1 TP by S. McKeever, Norton, & Yurkovich The first six issues of The Waiting Place Volume 2 are now collected into a single volume! Two months after the events of Volume 1, Northern Plains has set well into winter. Can Jeffrey, Lora, Scott, Jill, Cullen, and Kyle brave the darkness and the cold long enough to find happiness? Features a striking new cover by Mike Norton and an introduction by comics visionary Warren Ellis. (STAR15820) SC, 7x10, 152pg, b&w $15.95 ********************* ANARCHY STUDIOS VAMPI #24 by Conway, Lau, & Tam "Fallout" Part 2––As Vampi continues to clean up the mess left behind by those who came before her, she finds new allies to aid her in the defeat of Dr. Anger, who's grand plan is to unleash the devious Dreadnauts on all the world. Regular cover by Kevin Lau; Limited Edition cover by Drew Johnson (Tomb Raider), limited to 1,500 copies. REG. CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 LTD. CVR.—FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPI RESIN STATUE MIDNIGHT VARIANT EDITION Sculpted by Kevin Lau's studio with Profile Design, this extremely rare collectible statue features Vampi in her midnight silver costume and she is holding her laser rifle (the regular version has he holding a sword). Limited to 200, this statue stands approximately 10" tall, is 1/8th scale, and is hand cast, painted, and comes on a high-tech designed base. (CAUT: 4) Statue $199.95 VAMPI #13-15 LAU SIGNED & NUMBERED SET by David Conway & Kevin Lau All three issues of the Anarchy in the USA story arc are signed and numbered by Kevin Lau. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 150. (CAUT: 2) Set (x3) $39.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DIGITAL VAMPI #1 LIMITED DELUXE EDITION by Bogart, Haberlin, & Avalon Studios The future is here. And comics will never be the same. Digital Vampi combines the look and feel of Final Fantasy's state of the art 3-D graphics, the like of which has never been seen in comics, with a suspenseful story. Vampi and the reader are immersed in a new and deadly reality where nothing is sure and everything is deadly. 3D art and rendering by Brian Haberlin and Avalon studios from a story by Brian Haberlin and David Bogart. FC, 32pg $9.95 **************** ANTARCTIC PRESS CYBERTRONIAN: THE UNOFFICIAL TRANSFORMERS RECOGNITION GUIDE: BEAST WARS VOLUME 1 A special Beast Wars edition of Cybertronian TRG, covering the first two series of Beast Wars, plus the Kay Bee-exclusive line Machine Wars. As always, accessories and variations will be covered along with tech specs and exclusive toys. Also included will be a detailed episode guide for the first two seasons of the Beast Wars TV series with a cast list of characters and voice actors. With a series-by-series checklist and a detailed history into all aspects of the Beast years of Transformers, this edition is a must for any Trans-Fan! Squarebound. Quarterly. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $24.95 LUFTWAFFE: 1946 #2 by Ted Nomura & Various This 101st issue of the long-running Families of Altered Wars series — started in 1986 — will refocus on the popular Luftwaffe: 1946 storyline as its main feature, with all-new art and stories. Dora and Gus are now faced with the possibility of Germany's bombing America. They wonder if the whole task is feasible or even worthwhile — is it truly helping win the war, or is it just causing needless deaths? In Tigers of Terra, Reina confronts a new threat as the Viragonians launch genetically enhanced soldiers, with the EVG's Chennault Base being their first target! Plus: Tigers of the Luftwaffe, and contributions from Belgian talent Marcel Magnette and the Reichdreams team of Spain's Miranda and Mercado. b&w, 48pg $5.95 GOLD DIGGER #36 by Fred Perry The Lich King has begun his campaign to retake the Realm of the Undead. His first task is to turn Dr. Theodore Diggers to his path. With the aid of Dreadwing's mental powers, the Lich King invades Theo's dreams and begins a mental struggle of souls. Should the Lich King win, Dr. Diggers is doomed to become the ultimate undead nightmare... FC, 24pg $2.99 HOW TO COLOR FOR COMICS VOLUME 1 TP Due to overwhelming demand, A.P. now compiles all three sold-out issues of How to Color for Comics into one magazine- sized, easily accessible handbook! This indispensable guide to coloring comics on the computer using Photoshop, the industry standard, will take you step-by-step through the scanning stage, laying flats, rendering an image, and all the way to the finished product. The guide also covers coloring in layers and/or channels, making custom brushes, backgrounds and special effects, and working in various rendering styles, such as mainstream, anime, and fully painted. Put together by industry professionals Guru eFX (who do color work for Marvel, Wildstorm, and Dark Horse), this guide will show you all the tricks and techniques you'll need to know to color raw line art and make it shine like the rainbow! SC, 8x10, 96pg, FC $21.95 HOW TO DRAW MANGA #19 Antarctic Press continues its series of how-to-draw-manga guidebooks! Artists like Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, Rod Espinosa, Joe Wight, and David Hutchison continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style and will emphasize layout in this issue. Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. b&w, 32pg $4.95 KILLBOX: PRIMER #1 by Brian Denham "Killbox" is the military term for enemy territory that is target-rich. Deadly force is authorized for anything that moves inside "the box." Marine Corps tank commander Lalone leads his men into the heart of battle to deliver humanitarian supplies. When the enemy advances, his escape route is cut off. Trapped behind enemy lines and inside the killbox, the tankers must face-off against brutal warlords, warring factions, snipers and wily female missionaries sabotaging their every move. Can this tank crew survive their first foray into the Killbox, the most dangerous place on Earth? Packed with sketches, interviews, photos, and a full-length story, this preview book takes you behind the scenes of the making of this exciting new series. Comics creator Brian Denham (Evil Ernie, Warrior Nun, Violator vs. Badrock) delivers a tour-de-force of explosive military action. Alternate cover by Joseph Wight (Twilight X). b&w, 32pg $2.99 MANGAZINE #37 by Joe Wight All the hijinks of Ninja High School, all the action of the Families of Altered Wars saga, all the outlandish exploring of Gold Digger, and all the holy heroics of Warrior Nun Areala! All this, plus more makes this the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired adventures in America! Wrap it up in a spectacular cover by Joe Wight and you've got Mangazine! SC, 7x10, 100+pg, PC $8.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #99 by Ben Dunn w/Robby Bevard For years, Lendo Rivalsan has competed with Jeremy Feeple for the heart of the woman he loves, Ichi Koo. For the last few months, he has traveled through Hell — literally — to try and save her from the fashionable demon, Ax. And now, in a grand climactic battle to save Ichi's life and win her heart, Lendo loses horribly while cross-dressing, and dies a pathetic death. Meanwhile, events are progressing in space involving revenge, black holes, weddings, time-traveling talking dogs, cute marketing tools, and more, all building up in this last issue before the big, grand-slam ending, issue #100! Don't dare miss this lead-up to the grand finale of the longest-running independent American manga comic ever! FC, 24pg $2.99 PPV #3 by Tom Root & Jerzy Drozd Great googly moogly! High school kids with superpowers are beating the tar out of each other for the entertainment of some creepy aliens, who are broadcasting the spectacle back to their home planet via pay-per-view TV! Only our hero, Evan, knows how this game is going to end: he's got to stop evil class president Victor from vanquishing the entire student body before their real opponent shows up! Now a handful of survivors must square off against a newcomer more powerful than all of them put together! The thrilling conclusion to the three-issue mini-series from writer Tom Root (ToyFare magazine's "Twisted ToyFare Theatre") and artist Jerzy Drozd (Ninja High School, Hitomi)! b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 WARRIOR NUN AREALA #11 by Craig Babiar "Dissension" Part 1—Areala has lately adopted a strangely over-aggressive nature that is interfering with her duties as Warrior Nun. Tensions begin to rise within St. Illumine Church as a friendly training exercise between Areala and Magic Priest Father Stone ends in a fierce battle. Puzzled by Areala's series of belligerent outbursts, the church decides to suspend her duties as Warrior Nun pending an investigation into her actions. Meanwhile, Ivan Seethe, aware of these recent events, sees an opportune moment to breach the Church's weakened defenses and create chaos throughout it! b&w, 24pg $2.99 ARCADE COMICS YOUNGBLOOD: BLOODSPORT #1 by Mark Millar & Rob Liefeld Beyond The Authority. Beyond The Ultimates. Wizard Top Writer, Mark Millar, teams with Rob Liefeld to celebrate the Youngblood 10-Year Anniversary in this brand new series! As a special bonus, issue #1 also contains a brand new RE:GEX back-up story! Ships with 3 covers in equal ratio by Frank Quietly (New X-Men), Andy Park (Tomb Raider), and Youngblood creator Rob Liefeld. Also available as a Foil Edition (featuring exclusive cover art and foil lettering, limited to 1,000 copies) and as a Museum Edition (featuring new cover art printed on the finest museum stock parchment with archival inks, uniquely embossed, hand-numbered, and limited to 1,000 copies). Both editions are also available with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. REG.––FC, 32pg $2.99 FOIL ED.––FC, 32pg $9.99 FOIL ED. SGN.––FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $19.99 MUSEUM ED.––FC, 32pg $100.00 MUSEUM ED. SGN.––FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $125.00 YOUNGBLOOD: BLOODSPORT #1 CONVENTION SKETCH EDITION by Mark Millar & Rob Liefeld This convention edition is signed and includes a previously unpublished Alan Moore story and an original sketch drawing on the cover by Awesome Studios artists Eric & Chad Walker. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is limited to 100. (CAUT: 2) FC, 22pg $49.99 ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE'S CLASSIC CHRISTMAS STORIES by Various It's been on fans' wish lists for years, and now it's finally here: the ultimate Christmas gift! Since their inception, Archie and his friends have delighted readers with scores of yuletide tales. These stories proved so popular that in 1954, an entire series devoted to stories of holiday cheer and good will to men premiered: Archie's Christmas Stocking! Now you can relive the magic, warmth, and hilarity as Archie and his friends show their holiday spirit in this special collection of classic tales from the first decade of Archie's Christmas Stocking. It's a grab-bag of goodies just for you! Featuring a festive foreword by Santa Claus himself! SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $10.95 ARCHIE #529 by Bill Golliher & Stan Goldberg "I Spy": Mr. Lodge has come up with a new way to protect his mansion from harm: a state of the art "Archie Security System" that alerts him whenever Archie is near! FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #63 by Various "The Teenage Bulk" (by Michael Pellowski & Rex Lindsey): It's ever-lovin' fun when an experiment gone wrong transforms mild-mannered Dilton into an easily agitated monstrous beast! "A Singular Idea" (by Holly Golightly): The girls have a very special relationship with their manager, Alex: he comes up with lots of ideas and the girls reject them! FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #64 by Michael Pellowski & Rex Lindsey "Return of the Bulk": You'll be shouting "Make Mine Monster" when you witness the smashing follow-up to last issue's teenage titan saga! FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #138 by Various Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.29 BETTY #118 by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg "The Big Star": Off the basketball court, Archie and Adam are rivals for Betty's affections. On the court, they're Riverdale High's biggest stars... until Betty comes to the game and breaks their concentration! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY #119 by Craig Boldman & Stan Goldberg "Out, Darned Spot!": Betty knows how to remove a thousand stains, but when clumsy Archie comes to her party, she better learn as thousand more! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA #181 by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz "The Write-Off": Look out below! The fourth wall is about to come crashing down as Betty, Veronica, and the "Writer" disagree over how the girls' latest adventure should unravel! "Balancing Act": Mr. Weatherbee tries to convince Ms. Grundy that the tranquility of the school rests on "controlled chaos" as long as Archie, Betty, Reggie, and Veronica are all in school, their rivalries balance themselves out! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #57 by Dan Parent "Race Around the World": Betty and Veronica are chosen to be contestants on a reality game show that sends them traveling across the globe — from the Eiffel Tower to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, from the Sahara Desert to the Caribbean coastline! Is the world ready for this whirlwind duo?! More importantly, can they beat their ruthless opponents and make it back to Riverdale to tell about it?! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #134 by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette — teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #110 by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.29 HOLIDAY FUN DIGEST #7 by Various 'Tis the season to be jolly as Archie and his friends celebrate in true holiday style! Archie and crew have long displayed their holiday spirit, and now through the magic of this digest series, many of the Christmas classics of old are re-presented along with new yuletide tales. It's a stocking-full of good holiday cheer you won't want to miss! Digest, FC $2.19 JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #179 by Various If you think Archie gets into trouble on his own, check out the action when he teams up with Jughead! Featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.19 JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #90 by Various It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.29 LAUGH DIGEST #179 by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.19 PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #71 by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.29 SABRINA VOLUME 2 #38 by Michael Gallagher & Holly Golightly Because the fans demanded it — the return of Sabrina, The Teenage Witch! Everything old is new again as Sabrina, everyone's favorite witch returns to being a teenager! It all begins when Enchantra, the all-powerful sorceress, suddenly accelerates Sabrina from a young adolescent to a sixteen-year-old girl! Also included in this supernatural trip are Sabrina's Aunts, Hilda & Zelda, and Salem the cat. Unfortunately, the time stream is a little muddy and they wind up bouncing all over the place — from the distant past to the far-flung future! Will Sabrina ever return to today and continue her adventures in the present?! FC, 32pg $1.99 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #116 by Various "Operation Off-Switch" (by Bollers, Lim, Pepoy & Eklund): When orbital spy satellites reveal Robotnik rebuilding a new mechanized body amidst the ruins of the ancient, deserted city of Megalopolis, Sonic and Bunnie are recruited to stop him... but can they do so in time?! "Bat Fight" (by Bollers, Axer, & Amash): It seems Sonic and Bunnie are not the only ones the President dispatched to Megalopolis — Rogue The Bat is there as well! When she confuses Bunnie for a bad guy, all heck breaks loose as our belles battle it out! Plus: Knuckles stars in "Ultimate Power, Midlogue: The Lesson" (by Penders, Lim, & Ray): As Knuckles prepares to face Mammoth Mogul to save his dying ancestor Dimitri, he remembers a time when life was simpler and his father taught him the lessons that would serve him for times like these. FC, 32pg $1.99 VERONICA #133 by Dan Parent "Little Ron on the Prairie": When a guest-speaker in school tells how he gave up the corporate life to become a frontiersman, Veronica wants no part of the rugged life... until the man introduces his ruggedly handsome son, that is! She better get used to it — she's been chosen to live with the wilderness family for two weeks — away from all her modern conveniences… and write a report on it! FC, 32pg $1.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HOLIDAY FUN DIGESTS by Various 'Tis the season to be jolly as Archie and his friends celebrate in true holiday style! Through the magic of this digest series, many of the Christmas classics of old are re-presented along with new yuletide tales. #4––Digest, FC $1.99 #5––Digest, FC $2.19 #6––Digest, FC $21.9 ********************** ARROW BOOKS WAR OF THE WORLDS TP by Randy Zimmerman & Horus Updating the classic science fiction novel by H.G. Wells. Almost exactly a century after their last invasion, a savage alien race once again attempts to conquer Earth and its inhabitants. Well into the invasion, this tale of survival, humanity, and hope takes place around the invasion of Kansas City, as what it left of an organized resistance fights against time, the alien Martians and themselves for survival. In a pacifistic small town, named Haven, they have a small chance to save themselves and perhaps all mankind, by trying to stop the Martian Hellweed from destroying the town and eating them in the process. This exciting adventure tale, complete to this volume, has a rousing pulping feel to it. SC, 6x9, 144pg, b&w $12.95 AUTUMN PRESS HEAVEN 7 #3 by Kit Wallis & Richard Emms Angela and Callum, cornered by the police, try to make their break for it via one of Angela's hidden talents –– which come in the guise of mischievous devilish-imps. Also included is a four-page preview to Monster Club by Kit Wallis. b&w, 32pg $2.95 AVATAR PRESS ALAN MOORE'S MAGIC WORDS VOLUME 1 GN by Alan Moore & Various Alan Moore brings a new line of graphic novels to Avatar starting right here! Hand-picked by Alan Moore, this book is a stunning adaptation of some of his songs, poems, and writings turned into sequential art by an amazing group of European artists never before seen in America! This is also the first American work by staggering new talent, Juan Jose Ryp, who will certainly be providing art for many fantastic Avatar projects in the years to come! Also included is an exhaustive listing of Moore's work in other mediums as well. This deluxe edition features an introduction by Warren Ellis and is available in standard softcover, and a special edition hardcover, featuring an all-new cover by Ryp, limited to just 1,000 copies! MATURE READERS SC––b&w, 7x10, 56pg $6.95 HC––b&w, 7x10, 56pg $16.95 ENNIS & MCCREA'S DICKS 2 #2 by Garth Ennis & John McCrea After much planning, those two twisted bollocks, Garth Ennis and John McCrea, have returned with this all-new Dicks series! Avatar regrets it already. This time, the Dicks are coming to America. Packed with just as much inflammatory humor as before, this series has a whole new country-worth of things to make fun of and ridicule! Don't miss out on the Dicks as they go Hell-raisin' across the U.S.A.! Can those dirty wee gits avoid making a disaster of our great land? Not a chance. Keeping proud traditions alive, this issue is also available in an amazingly "Offensive" cover edition! NOTE: See the complete Offensive cover in Previews Adult. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.––b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $3.50 OFFENSIVE CVR.––b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $3.95 ENNIS AND MCCREA'S BIGGER DICKS BOX SET by Garth Ennis & John McCrea Here is your chance to see what all the fuss was about! The most offensive and controversial series of 2002 is now available in this special boxed set containing the four-issue run in both Standard and "Offensive" cover editions! This collector's set is limited to just 200 boxes, each with a full-color box front and a Certificate of Authenticity. MATURE READERS Boxed Set (x8), b&w $39.95 JUNGLE FANTASY PREVIEW EDITION by Various The book that every Jungle Girl fan has been waiting for is here! This special preview book gives fans a sneak-peek at the awesome dinosaur carnage, crazed caveman, and bikini-clad women inside the regular series that launches soon! This bi- monthly series will be filled with all-new stories and feature such top name creators as Al Rio, Sean Shaw, and Ron Adrian! It features the fan-demanded return of Fauna, new characters created by Al Rio, and much more! Jungle Fantasy: welcome to the wild side of comics! Available with a regular cover by Al Rio, as well as special "Fauna" and "Fauna Nude" covers by Sean Shaw! NOTE: The nude cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 16pg $1.99 FAUNA CVR.—b&w, 16pg $5.95 FAUNA NUDE CVR. (CAUT: 3)—b&w, 16pg $6.00 TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH #3 by Tim Vigil Tim Vigil wraps up his most action-packed series to date with this thrill-a-minute final issue! Nina the Webwitch has lead the Marines' assault on the SpiderNation hidden cave. But things have gone horrifically wrong, and not only have the Marines been slaughtered, but the Queen has taken control of Nina again! It's total Vigil-enhanced carnage from cover-to-cover inside this stunning work that has been five years in the making! If you are a fan of horror or Tim Vigil, you do not want to miss this mind-blowing conclusion! Available in six cover versions by Tim Vigil, Ron Adrian, Matt Martin, Karl Waller, and wraparound and nude covers by Vigil! NOTE: The nude cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS RON ADRIAN—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.50 MATT MARTIN—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.50 TIM VIGIL—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.50 KARL WALLER—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.50 WRAPAROUND—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.95 NUDE (CAUT: 3)—b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $6.00 STRANGE KILLINGS: THE BODY ORCHARD #4 by Warren Ellis & Mike Wolfer Friendly fire doesn't only kill civilians. It kills soldiers too. Many British soldiers have died under American fire. And in the world of William Gravel, where it has been hinted that the top echelons of the British military work to keep American society chaotic and destabilized... well, some British soldiers may take matters into their own hands. Like William Gravel's old team, S.A.S. unit Alpha-One-Zero, who are using the mystical territory of The Body Orchard to assassinate U.S. military figures. Gravel has assumed they're rogues, but S.A.S. Command have assumed that he has gone rogue, and are hunting him, even as his old comrades are... Available in regular and wraparound cover editions, both by series artist Mike Wolfer. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 32pg (4 of 6) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (4 of 6) $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WARREN ELLIS' SCARS SAMPLER by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows The six issue Scars series promises to be one of the greatest Ellis works yet, and this sampler is a perfect way to get a sneak peek months before the first issue is released! Shows six sequential pages of the series as well as an all-new essay from Warren Ellis. MATURE READERS b&w, 10pg $0.75 O/A RAZOR: BLEEDING HEART #1—EXPANDED EDITION by Patrick Fillion As her bloodlust finally takes over, Razor fulfils her destiny to become a powerful day-walker! But this special trait has not gone unnoticed by a very powerful satanic cult, who promptly dispatches their most powerful minion to capture Razor — the long-missing Hellina! Includes eight extra all-new pages! Limited to 1,000. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $5.00 ********************** STARS OF THE MONTH RAZOR X TP'S by Mike Wolfer Stranger Kisses artist Mike Wolfer's Razor opus from the pages of Threshold has been collected in these special expanded editions, featuring lots of all-new, ultra-spicy pages! Fans of Wolfer's brilliant sequential storytelling, as well as Razor fans in general, won't want to miss these volumes of the ultimate Razor story! Squarebound. MATURE READERS VOL. 1 (STAR15038)––SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $6.95 VOL. 2 (STAR15256)––SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $6.95 ******************** THE 10TH MUSE/DEMONSLAYER #1 ART NOUVEAU EDITION by Robert Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels Sean Shaw provides this sexy exclusive new cover in the spirit of Art Nouveau! This special edition is limited to just 1,000 copies. FC, 32pg $5.95 DEMONSLAYER: PATH OF TIME #1 SERENITY EDITION by Marat Mychaels Marat Mychaels serves up another tasty new cover! This special book traces the demon fighters through the path of time. Get the first look at the Demonslayers from all the ages, as much more is revealed about the legacy than ever before! This special edition is limited to just 1,000 copies. FC, 32pg $5.95 SHI: POISONED PARADISE #½ & AVENGELYNE/SHI #½ PRISM FOIL SET Covers by Billy Tucci & Marat Mychaels This special set features two rare, never-before-offered prism foil Shi books at a special price! These limited prism foil editions ship bagged and boarded, each with a Certificate of Authenticity. Both Prism foil editions are limited to just 400 copies! Set (x2), FC $19.95 Tidalwave Studios ZAK RAVEN, ESQ. #1 by Darren Davis & Renato Arlem Zak Raven is through with the 9-5 grind, and is now an ex-attorney on a mission to relax. However, a peaceful trip goes very wrong when he gets shipwrecked on what appears to be a deserted island. His only companions are his own words in his journal. Unknown to Zak, four miles below the surface secretly hides a secret government installation where scientists are playing God by trying to artificially evolve a human-based species that can survive evacuation missions in deep space. You see, within 900 years, Earth will be dealt a deathblow by a mountain-sized asteroid! However, so far they have only achieved creating living abominations. Zak and these creatures are on a collision course, and he must rise to the challenge! Available in four cover versions by Keu Cha, Renato Arlem, Mike Miller, and Sean Murphy! CVR. A: CHA—FC, 32pg $3.50 CVR. B: ARLEM—FC, 32pg $3.50 CVR. C: MILLER—FC, 32pg $3.50 CVR. D: MURPHY—FC, 32pg $3.50 ATLAS #2 by Darren Davis & Mark Brooks Atlas bursts onto the scene just in time to meet his match against the corporate avenger, Wonderboy! Meanwhile, the true star of the series, Judo Girl, takes things into her own hands to seek revenge on Captain Steel, the man who imprisoned her for over 30 years! What she doesn't know is that he has a surprise waiting for her: a long-lost brother! This is not going to be a pleasant family reunion! Available in two cover editions: Cover "A" by Mark Brooks, Cover "B" by Craig Rousseau. Bi-monthly. CVR. A: BROOKS—FC, 32pg $3.50 CVR. B: ROUSSEAU—FC, 32pg $3.50 AXIOM GUN FU #1 by Howard Shum & Joey Mason In 1936, Cheng Bo Sen is a gun-shooting, kung-fu-using Hong Kong cop. He also speaks hip-hop, which no one seems to notice. He gets recruited by England to help fight the Nazis. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. FC, 32pg $3.50 BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #5 SPECIAL EDITION by Budd Root Meriem's New York adventure continues with this great issue! Budd gives us this incredible new cover for the special edition! Limited to only 750 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg SRP: $8.95 CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #4 RED FOIL EDITION by Budd Root Meriem battles the undead as she continues her search for Harmony in the Netherworld! This special edition red foil cover is limited to only 400 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg SRP: $11.50 CAVEWOMAN: "DEFIANT" PRINT by Budd Root One of Budd's best and most powerful images graces this art print. This limited edition Cavewoman art print is 11" x 17" and printed on high-quality paper stock, housed in a large gray collector's envelope with graphics and is absolutely suitable for framing! Limited to only 500 art prints! Print, 11x17 SRP: $16.00 TIGRESS: THE HIDDEN LANDS #1 by Mike Hoffman This special issue promises to be the sleeper of the season! Meticulous rendering and a superb storyline recalling those halcyon days of serials, glamour girls, pulp magazines, EC comics, and movie classics like King Kong! A truly beautiful comic created with love and sweat, the old-fashioned way! This premium issue also features a handsome cardstock cover! b&w, 32pg $3.50 TIGRESS TALES #5 by Mike Hoffman Tigress' increasingly strange adventures continue with her odd new companions on an unidentified planet that just might be... Earth?! This issue also debuts the rockin' new sci-fi backup story from popular EC-retro artist Dan Morton. Two tremendous tales in one blazing book! b&w, 24pg $2.95 TIGRESS TALES #4 SPECIAL EDITION by Mike Hoffman Tigress and Madame Tarantula each continue their own tales in this special edition of Tigress Tales! Incredible new cover by Mike Hoffman! Limited to only 450 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg SRP: $8.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S "TIGRESS BOUND" PRINT by Mike Hoffman The mammoth Hoffman mega-masterpiece reproduced in its full glory, as seen on the cover of Tigress: The Hidden Lands. This, the fifth print in an ongoing series, is shipped in a special large envelope designed and illustrated by Hoffman. This high- quality 11" x 17" print is limited to only 500 copies! Print, 11x17 SRP: $16.00 MADAME TARANTULA #0 SPECIAL EDITION by Mike Hoffman Madame Tarantula is becoming one of Mike Hoffman's most asked about new characters. This special edition of Madame Tarantula #0 looks fantastic and reads even better! Three great tales in one issue! Limited to only 450 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg SRP: $8.95 FANTASTIC STORIES #3 by Don Marquez Fantastic Stories, the anthology comic book of science fiction, horror, and adventure in the classic tradition, continues! This issue includes three fantastic features! Journey with a band of intrepid adventurers to a distant land of snow-swept peaks to learn "The Secret of Forbidden Mountain!" Also, the mystery deepens in Part 2 of "When the Earth Screamed," a tale of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's brilliant Professor Challenger! And finally, readers will feast their eyes on the provocative beauties in the "Women Of Myth" portfolio section! b&w, 24pg $2.95 TIGER WOMAN #1 GOLD FOIL EDITION by Don Marquez This sexy, "jungle green" special edition cover for Tiger Woman #1 looks fantastic! Extremely cool and extremely limited — only 300 copies available worldwide! Each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg SRP: $11.50 ELEKTRIK VIXENS #1 SPECIAL EDITION by Shelby Robertson The simply awesome art by Shelby Robertson graces the cover of this new special edition to Eletrik Vixens #1. Jam-packed with previously unpublished pin-ups of ultra-detailed females in the most peculiar of situations. Limited to only 400 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg SRP: $8.95 BDP COMICS JON PAY, PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR #1 by C.A. Aabo Cobb City is a dirty old city run by gangsters, racketeers, and other sordid criminals. In this town of broken dreams and back alley deals, only one man has the stones to kick crime in the pants and take names. That man is Jon Pay, P.I. In this premiere issue, guns blast and bullets fly as Jon finds himself in the middle of a friend's kidnapping. Will Jon win the day or will he cash in his chips at the hands of Machine Gun Kelly? b&w $1.50 BLACK LIBRARY ***************** Turn to the GAMES section for more Warhammer action from Games Workshop and the BOOKS section for Black Library novels in this month's Previews! ****************** WARHAMMER MONTHLY #60 Games Workshop's all-action comic set in the worlds of Warhammer! In this issue, the mighty Lone Wolves return with bolters blasting as they fight a desperate rear guard action against an overwhelming Tyranid swarm. Scripted by Dan Abnett (Legion of Super-Heroes) and fantastic artwork by Karl Richardson. Plus: Hellbrandt Grimm investigates a gruesome murder in the Empire's capital; there are more Tales from the Ten-Tailed Cat and Kal Jerico's sidekick, Scabs, makes his first solo outing along with the luscious Yolanda! b&w, 40pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GAMES WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2003 This awesome full-color calendar features stunning artwork dedicated to the four Dark Powers of Chaos. The blood-hungry followers of Khorne, the sensual worshippers of Slaanesh, the pestilent subjects of Nurgle, and the ever-changing magicians of Tzeentch are all depicted in epic scenes of battle and mayhem. A must for all fans of stunning fantasy art! Calendar, FC $12.95 ************************ STAR OF THE MONTH TALES FROM THE TEN-TAILED CAT GN The Ten-Tailed Cat, the most notorious drinking den in Talabheim, known throughout the city as a gathering place for raconteurs and the tellers-of-tall-tales. Assassins, soldiers, rat-catchers, and prophets; heroes, musicians, dwarves, and vampires… all have their stories to tell in the Ten-Tailed Cat. The tales range from the humorous to the macabre, the thrilling to the devious and includes the work of Gordon Rennie (Rain Dogs, Glimmer Rats), Dan Abnett (The Legion, X-Men), and Clint Langley (Slaine). (STAR15786) b&w, 48pg $6.95 ******************* BLINDWOLF STUDIOS PATRICK THE WOLF BOY: ANOTHER HALLOWEEN SPECIAL by Art Baltazar and Franco Patrick is back! Everyone's favorite wolf boy returns for his annual treatment... that's right... it's time for "Another Halloween Special." In this issue you will see all-new Halloween costumes, new trick or treating adventures, and the return of Patrick's friend... the Grimm Reaper! It's the one holiday a little wolf boy can't afford to miss! b&w $2.95 BLUE LINE PRO COMICS ************** Look to the MAGAZINES section for the next issue of Sketch –– #17! ************** LITTLE WHITE MOUSE: OPEN SPACE #1 by Paul Sizer "Between the heart and the home lies open space." Escaping her exile from Satellite 713, Loo now wanders the great expanse of the outer-regions of space, searching for her home and loved ones. After a year of solitary existence, Loo must deal with encountering the outer fringes of life in the universe and find the strength to continue her quest for home. Open Space is the chronicle of Loo's long journey home and her stops along the way. A bold new direction in the continuing saga of Little White Mouse! b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LITTLE WHITE MOUSE TP'S by Paul Sizer See how it all began with the Little White Mouse, collecting the very first and second series, as Loo finds herself stranded in lost space and then explores her surroundings, seeking a way to save her sister. VOL. 1––SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 VOL. 2––SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 ********************* BONEYARD PRESS ZOMBIE COMANDOS FROM HELL #3 by Steph Dumais & Jake Karns w/King Velveeda The psychotic anti-cultist's Stronghole has been breached by the undead hordes of Satan, but most of the zombies have been defeated by the Holy Serum. The Psyborg leader and his nomads take this opportunity to infiltrate the Stronghole themselves, but what twist of faith awaits them inside? And what of our female champion? Will the new flesh be conquered? Written and drawn by Steph Dumais and a bullpen of secret all-star sicko's! Plus, more madness from bondage pin-up queen, Mistress Persephone as "The Blood Queen!" And don't miss the Sonic Destruction CD soundtrack edition featuring the urban industrial beats by Cage Decay! MATURE READERS REG. ED.—b&w, 32pg $3.95 SONIC DESTRUCTION ED. (w/CD)—b&w, 32pg $12.95 PSYCHO HUNTER #3 by Ju Gomez; Cover & Inks by Brian Vessels Ju Gomez brings the pain with a little assist by old-school Boneyard thug and founding father, Hart D. Fisher! Be prepared to bleed as this issue gets even more grotesquely violent as the Psycho Hunter brings his private war from the halls of Heaven and the feet of a very twisted Christ, to the guts of the last Demon queen of Earth, Morgana! Claw-to-claw and tooth-to-tooth, it's every fiend for themselves as the Great Beast of the timeless void comes to tear down the walls, bathe in rivers of unholy blood, and to slaughter everything in his path! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.95 BONGO COMICS RADIOACTIVE MAN #106 by Lash, DeCarlo, Smith & Morrison Radioactive Man has gone insane! Why else world he be fighting invisible enemies and causing collateral damage throughout Zenith City? Or perhaps it has something to do, Dr. Claude Kane II's recent invention "Foreverlution," communists run amok, or the return of one of the Atomic Avenger's greatest foes. Be that as it may, this "key" issue in RM's compendium of classic comics has our Man of the Atom battling dinosaurs! Check out the fully-painted cover by Bongo's golden-boy, Bill Morrison! FC, 32pg $2.50 SIMPSONS COMICS #75 by Boothby & Ortiz Many children have walked the hallowed halls of Springfield Elementary during its celebrated history, and many a story has yet to be told. From the thrilling sports victories to the promise of over hundred valedictory speeches to the long forgotten disciplinary paddlings, this stately institution is rife with unspoken secrets kept and contained in a place so ominous, so influential, so indestructible, that no one dare speak of it. Come with us now, if you dare, as Principal Skinner takes you into the inner sanctum of Springfield Elementary and reveals for the first time… "Untold Tales of the Permanent Record File!" All excuses for not buying this book will be deemed unacceptable! FC, 32pg $2.50 BON-VUE ENTERTAINMENT BIZARRE COMIX #3 by Eric Stanton SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, b&w $9.95 BROADSWORD COMICS 3 LITTLE KITTENS #2: PURRR-FECT WEAPONS by Jim Balent "Puss N Bullets"—Survival looks slim for the 3 Kittens when Latex Red and the Satanic Cheerleaders of Doom steal the latest killing machines from a military parade and set their deadly sights on vaporizing our heroines' nine lives. Secret origins of Latex and the 3 Kittens are also revealed! Also available in a Deluxe Edition, featuring a black-and-white litho of the dangerously delicious Jaguara, measuring 6 ½" x 10 and penciled by Jim Balent! Litho comes signed and numbered by the artist and is limited to 500 copies. Deluxe edition comes bagged and boarded. REG. —FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 DLX. (w/Litho)—FC, 32pg (2 of 3) (CAUT: 2) $19.99 TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #14 SIGNED EDITION by Jim Balent Jim Balent signs Tarot #14 featuring, the popular issue featuring Tarot and Jon's May Day Adventure! Enclosed with the signed book is a lovely Certificate of Authenticity featuring Jim's art of Tarot! This book is shipped with variant cover. (CAUT: 2) b&w, 32pg $10.00 BROKEN TREE PUBLICATIONS THE PROPHET OF DREAMS #6 by Julian Lawler & Rudy Vasquez Wolfgang the Shadow Lord, Malken the Dead Queen, Addigo the Lord-General, and Ellen Pinto Roe all collide in this explosive issue of revenge, justice, betrayal, and war! For weeks now, The Dead Queen and her vagabond city have traveled far and wide to escape the vestiges of the Shadow Lord's grasp. Now they must face what they left behind as the Shadow Lord tries to bring the ultimate downfall of the Queen into its final stage! This issue features two covers by Rudy Vasquez, one on the back and the main cover on the front! FC, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 BUD PLANT OFFERED AGAIN O/A GLAMOUR INTERNATIONAL #12 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally, copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 96pg, PC SRP: $19.95 O/A GLAMOUR INTERNATIONAL #14: WOMEN IN LOVE WITH WOMEN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally, copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 96pg, PC SRP: $19.95 O/A GLAMOUR INTERNATIONAL #15 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally, copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 96pg, PC SRP: $19.95 O/A ADULT GN SET #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set (x4) SRP: $7.99 ****************** THE SLINGS AND ARROWS COMIC GUIDE edited by Frank Plowright Originally published at $29.95! Edited by Frank Plowright and written by a team of more than a dozen fans and professionals. This is a tremendously useful and entertaining book, never seen in the U.S. before now. The first critical reference to individual comic book titles, cross-indexed, with excellent reviews and analysis of almost 3000 titles! Covers comics dating back to the 1930s but is quite thorough on titles from the '60s on. Work by counter-culture greats such as Robert Crumb, Bill Griffith and Gilbert Shelton are assessed alongside the best of European comics by Bilal, Hermann, Manara, Moebius, Pratt, and all important as well as lesser American titles. For instance, important series like Love & Rockets and Jimmy Olsen rate long 1000-2000 word entries, while Moebius's Incal and House of Secrets rate 500-1000 words (text is small — that's a lot of information!). An invaluable reference book. Published by Aurum Press in the U.K., in 1997. SC, 6x9, 688pg SRP: $14.99 VADEBONCOEUR COLLECTION OF IMAGES 4 The fourth issue of The Vadeboncoeur Collection of ImageS expands the boundaries of fine illustrative art. While names like Maxfield Parrish, N.C. Wyeth, J.C. Leyendecker, and Franklin Booth will resonate with many collectors, British artists Charles Robinson, Edmund Dulac, and Arthur Rackham make this issue a bit more continental. Add Fortunio Matania from Italy and Franz von Bayros from Germany, Sarah S. Stilwell from the Howard Pyle School, and Herbert Draper and Solomon J. Solomon from the 19th Century British Salons, and the variety is simply stunning. With an amazing cover by Frank Craig — Spaniard Daniel Vierge, Katherine Sturges Dodge, F.X. Leyendecker, J. Scott Williams, and several others round out the most diverse ImageS yet. All reproduced in color from scarce early 20th century books and magazines. Printed on 100 lb coated stock with heavy covers. SC, 9x12, 36pg, FC SRP: $20.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VADEBONCOEUR COLLECTION OF IMAGES 2 Second, expanded issue of a new magazine devoted to reprinting classic illustration from the turn of the last century, in color throughout. Artists include Rolf Armstrong, John Bauer, Enoch Bolles, Rene Bull, Harvey Dunn (cover), Jessie M. King, Charles R. Knight, J.C. Leyendecker, Howard Pyle, Willy Pogany, Arthur Rackham, Haddon Sundblom, Gustaf Tenggren, and more. Special "InkSpot" section on the beautiful pen and ink work of Orson Lowell. Over 85 images from 1900 to 1923 sources. Subscribers raved about the reproduction in issue one. Issue two is better –– and bigger and more diverse. Limited printing of only 2000 copies, on 100 lb coated stock with heavy covers. SC, 9x12, 36pg, FC SRP: $20.00 ********************** BZZZ BEE CAFÉ BZZZ BEE CAFÉ #1 by Skip McRobert, Roberto Goiriz, & Adam Cline Lisa longs to work at Renee's coffee shop, Bzzz Bee Café. Renee uses supernatural means to determine of Lisa has a mystically ordained calling to be a coffee shop waitress. FC, 24pg $3.00 CARTOON BOOKS STAR OF THE MONTH ROSE SC by Jeff Smith & Charles Vess The complete story in a deluxe softcover edition with an all-new cover painted by Charles Vess! In the old days, when Bone's Gran'ma Ben was a teenager, a terrifying dragon laid siege to the small towns of the Northern Valley. Unknown to Princess Rose (young Gran'ma Ben), the strange dragon is actually the minion of the Ancient Enemy called the Lord of the Locust. Rose seeks the council of her advisor, who tells the young princess how to destroy the dragon — but at a terrible cost. Be there when the Great War begins, the conflict that underlies the entire Bone saga, in this startling fairy tale brought to you by the creators of Bone and Stardust. (STAR15412) SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $19.95 **************** CASTLE RAIN ENTERTAINMENT JACK THE LANTERN #0 by Michael Angelos & Scott Lee The year is 1990 and there is an unforeseeable making its home in Sacramento, CA. Their first lines of business: eradicate the competition. But unknown to the evil force, it has attracted the attention of an ancient adversary who is also masked in shadows waiting for the one. Enter Jack Gordon Corby, a man who has spent his entire life trying to chase the demons from this past. Until recently, with the help of Dr. Frank Casper, Jack has been taking his life back in very small but cautious steps. But when Frank offers Jack a special treatment that will allow him to reclaim his life, Jack draws close to a greater, epic conflict that will open his mind to the unimaginable. Jack the Lantern is created and written by Michael Angelos (Jestercrow) and features amazingly high detail of artwork of Scott Lee (Weapon Zero). This six-issue mini-series will being the cinema of high velocity action, and the presence of a strong epic story filled with amazing and original characters. MATURE READERS b&w, 28pg (0 of 5) $2.99 CG ENTERTAINMENT CRUX #19 by Chuck Dixon, Steve Epting, Rick Magyar, & Frank D'Armata Zephyre and Verityn go to the Old West portion of Terra Cognito to visit Geromi. But it turns out to be more than a trip to a theme park as Gannish and Yala arrive to make things more interesting for everyone. It's a deadly game of Cowboys vs. Aztecs for the unsuspecting Atlanteans. FC, 32pg $2.95 EDGE #7 In this month's installment of Ruse (Chapter 10), Lightbourne is prepared to bring down the entire city of Partington to obtain his two obsessions. In The First (Chapters 20-22), Pyrem must grapple with his feelings for a woman he once loved who is now his political rival and sworn enemy. Meanwhile, guest artist Al Rio helps launch a new phase in the life of Giselle in Mystic (Chapter 25). The Guild Masters have stopped speaking to Giselle. Now she must undergo a series of trials and prove that she's worthy to be the mystic protector. In Scion (Chapter 27), a monstrous assassin plots Ethan's demise. With Gaia in ruins, the Planetary Union fleet assembles for a final assault on the Saurian homeworld in Sigil (Chapter 26). Rounding out Edge #7 is a double shot of Way of the Rat (Chapters 3 & 4), the kung fu thriller that's capturing hearts and minds of readers. SC, 192pg, FC $11.95 THE FIRST #24 by Barbara Kesel, Andrea Di Vito, Rob Hunter, & Rob Schwager When events begin to spiral out of control, it's up to House Sinister's first Leader to set them right. Will a House already mired in chaos be destroyed by a madman? Seahn faces his own madman...one determined to end the trouble caused by the renegade Secundae's defection to House Sinister. FC, 32pg $2.95 FORGE #7 Route 666, the horror comic with the Cold War bite, joins Forge just in time for Halloween. In this first installment, meet Cassie, a college student trying to live down her history of schizophrenia. Are the voices in her head really voices from beyond? Obo-san wrestles with his own demons in the samurai thriller The Path (Chapter 6), even as Ryuichi lays siege to the monastery where Obo-San and his companions have been holed up. In Sojourn (Chapter 12), Kreeg discovers creepy monsters in the forest, Neven confronts Arwyn with the future of the quest at stake. Aristophanes and Thraxis show their new friends how to kick Negation butt with style in Chapter 16 of Crux. Negation (Chapters 8 & 9) introduces several strange new beings. Just as the two groups of escapees are reunited, the Lawbringer Qztr shows up to wail on them in an episode titled "Death of a Boy Toy." In Meridian (Chapters 27 & 28), a young girl has taken over her uncle's estate after destroying him utterly with her outlandish powers! SC, 256pg, FC $11.95 MERIDIAN #28 by Barbara Kesel, June Brigman, Tom Simmons, & Morry Hollowell He was her best friend and possibly more, but now Sephie must mourn the loss of Jad Takarty while trying to take the reins of Demetria's most powerful city-state. Luckily, there's someone else for her to turn to… FC, 32pg $2.95 MERIDIAN #29 by Barbara Kesel, Steve McNiven, Tom Simmons, & Morry Hollowell Convinced she's done nothing right, Sephie finds reassuring words in a message from her father, captain of the first expedition of the sunship. The story seems to come to life beneath her fingers... FC, 32pg $2.95 MYSTIC #29 by Tony Bedard, Fabrizio Fiorentino, Matt Ryan, Wil Quintana Giselle's quest for the wisdom of the Guilds leads her to a sensual realm as she visits the land of the Tantric Guild, where the mysteries of the flesh are the key to magical power. But as she journeys through this carnal kingdom, Giselle's in for a rude surprise. A shapeshifting demon is seducing the Tantric elite and robbing them of their powers. Can Giselle's own sultry strength prevail against the infernal master of seduction? FC, 32pg $2.95 NEGATION: LAWBRINGER #1 by Tony Bedard, Rudy Nebres, & Laura Villari On a remote world of the Negation Imperium, the freakish and frightening Lawbringer Qztr learns the secrets of his own origin and that of his creator, the God-Emperor Charon. See the moment when the Negation Empire was born and be there for the fate of Charon's long lost second-in-command. Don't miss this stand-alone saga exposing the hidden past of CrossGen's most dangerous villains. This is destined to become a pivotal chapter in the greater epic running through all of the CrossGen books! FC, 32pg $2.95 NEGATION #11 by Tony Bedard, Yanick Paquette, & Drew Geraci The greatest general in the Negation's universe-spanning military has been given the job of tracking down some mysterious newcomers wreaking havoc in the outer systems. When his path crosses with Kaine's fugitives, a wild three-way confrontation ensues in which the truly vast might of the Negation's top brass is put to the test. Be there as guest-artist Yanick Paquette (Codename: Knockout, Wonder Woman) draws a truly memorable foe for our far-flung freedom fighters! FC, 32pg $2.95 NEGATION VOLUME 1: BOHICA TP by Various; cover by Pelletier, Meikis & Rochelle It's The Dirty Dozen meets The Great Escape, in a galaxy far, far away… The saga of a small band of fugitives on the run in a hostile universe begins here in this volume collecting the Negation Prequel and issues #1-6. Awakening on a strange, inhospitable alien planet, one hundred strangers snatched from worlds across the galaxy discover that they have been brought to a separate, evil universe to be studied and tested by the greatest threat humanity has ever faced! What follows is a fast-paced, action-packed, outrageous adventure as a man named Obregon Kaine leads the revolt against the Negation, an empire that controls every last bit of their dark and chaotic universe! Special bonus material Bohica includes an interview and sketchbook from Paul Pelletier. Learn about his creative process and where exactly all those weird ideas come from. SC, 192pg, FC $19.95 THE PATH #7 by Ron Marz, Bart Sears, Mark Pennington, & Michael Atiyeh The army of the vast empire of Shinacea marches upon Nayado's vulnerable capital. The only thing standing in its way - the remnants of Nayado's own military, led by General Ryuichi. As the battle rages and a winter storm brews, can Ryuichi's samurai save their nation from destruction? Meanwhile, Obo-san makes a fateful decision concerning his own involvement. FC, 32pg $2.95 THE PATH #8 by Ron Marz, Bart Sears, Mark Pennington, & Michael Atiyeh With Ryuichi's army on the brink of being wiped out by invaders, their lone hope rests with Obo-san. But will even the Weapon of Heaven be enough to turn back Shinacea's overwhelming forces? And even if the enemy is driven back, Ryuichi is still bound to carry out the death sentence on Obo-san's head. FC, 32pg $2.95 THE PATH VOLUME 1: CRISIS OF FAITH TP by Ron Marz, Bart Sears, Walter Simonson, Mark Pennington, & Michael Atiyeh Loyalty and honor. Madness and death. These are the markers along The Path, a samurai tale like no other. Telling the story of a monk who swears vengeance against the gods after watching them slay his warlord brother, "Crisis of Faith" collects the Prequel and issues #1-6 of the hot series. With stunning spread-oriented artwork by Bart Sears, as well as a special issue by comics master Walter Simonson, this volume begins a tale of epic proportions and exotic settings. The monk Obo-san turns his back on not only the gods to whom he prayed, but the emperor to whom he owes his unquestioning loyalty, and setting in motion events that could save his nation … or doom it. Crisis of Faith also includes a special sketchbook section featuring preliminary artwork by Bart Sears. SC, 192pg, FC $19.95 ROUTE 666 #5 by Tony Bedard, Cary Nord, & Roland Paris Cassie hits the rails as she flees the ever-expanding police dragnet searching for her. But as any hobo can tell you, there are some pretty weird folk out there haunting boxcars, stations and sidings. When Cassie meets Berkely, a fellow drifter who seems to know more than she does about the supernatural enemies she battles, has our heroine found her first real ally? Guest- artist Cary Nord brings his moody and graphic style to CrossGen's creepiest series as Cassie learns the hard way that evil has many faces. FC, 32pg $2.95 RUSE #12 by Butch Guice, Mike Perkins, & Laura DePuy After years of plotting and planning, Lightbourne's quest for the Enigmatic Prism comes to a fruitful and fateful end! Now Simon and Emma risk their lives to save the city of Partington, facing the enemy on a familiar but surprising battlefield--upon which Simon will make an unexpected sacrifice! FC, 32pg $2.95 RUSE #13 by Scott Beatty, Butch Guice, & Mike Perkins Impatient with the speed of repairs, Simon has left Partington's borders for a restful distraction—a small case involving a shipping mogul who has asked Simon to investigate the mysterious wrecking of certain ships in his fleet. Solving the case necessitates Simon's taking a direct role as an undercover operative. Meanwhile, Emma has an investigation of her own, one involving a lascivious seaman and a druidess' robes. FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION #29 by Ron Marz, Al Rio, Don Hillsman II, & Jason Keith Romance is in the air - finally - for Ethan and Ashleigh. Since giving in to their attraction the pair have hardly had a chance to catch their breath, much less make time to explore their newfound love. But now that they actually have a chance to be together, will they discover they're not meant for each other after all? Meanwhile, a threat literally looms on the horizon. FC, 32pg $2.95 SIGIL #29 by Chuck Dixon, Scot Eaton, Andrew Hennessey, & Andrew Crossley Sam and Khyradon in a battle that only one can survive. Even if Sam wins, it will be at a terrible cost. And a horrifying surprise awaits Roiya, JeMerik and Zanni as they leave the Saurian world of Tcharun. And, unknown to all, a new threat emerges that could destroy all sentient life in the galaxy. SOJOURN #16 by Ron Marz, Greg Land, Jay Leisten, & Justin Ponsor In order to find the Second Fragment, Arwyn searches for the Dawn Sword deep in the catacombs of the Ankharan cliffs. But the dead do not lie quietly in their tombs! And even if the Sword is found, there's still an occupying army of trolls to be dealt with. FC, 32pg $2.95 SOJOURN VOLUME 2: DRAGON'S TALE TP by Various; cover by Joe Jusko Arwyn's quest for the Five Fragments begins in earnest as she and her companions, Gareth and Kreeg, begin their search in the human lands of Middelyn. Collecting issues #7-12 of CrossGen's top-selling series Sojourn, The Dragon's Tale features the stunning, detailed artwork of Greg Land, who makes the fantasy setting seem utterly real. Arwyn's quest to bring an end to the reign of the undead tyrant Mordath brings her face to face with a creature thought to be only a myth - a fearsome and powerful dragon. An uneasy truce with the beast leads to an all-out battle at Mordath's fortress, a battle that ends in fiery tragedy. This dragon's tale is like no other seen in comics. The special bonus material includes a lengthy interview with writer Ron Marz about his creative process and the craft of writing comics. SC, 160pg, FC $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SOJOURN VOLUME 1 TP by Marz, Land & Geraci, & Rodriguez Collecting the Sojourn Prequel and issues #1-6 of CrossGen's breakout hit series! The dread tyrant Mordath has returned from the grave and conquered the Five Lands, crushing all opposition under his heel. But one woman, the archer Arwyn, has vowed to put an end to his terrible reign. Swearing vengeance after the deaths of her husband and daughter, Arwyn undertakes a quest that will lead her across the Five Lands in pursuit of the legendary Five Fragments. Aided by a charming rogue named Gareth and a mysterious and powerful woman named Neven, Arwyn is the lone hope of ending Mordath's evil. Series artist Greg Land (with Justin Ponsor), whose lush, detailed artwork has wowed fans in every issue of Sojourn, provides a brand new cover! Sojourn is epic fantasy as you've never seen it! (STAR15861) SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95 ****************** WAY OF THE RAT #6 by Chuck Dixon, Jeff Johnson, Tom Ryder, & Chris Garcia Boon and The Great Bhuto Khan battle to decide the fate of the city of Zhumar. This is the martial arts fight you've been waiting to see. Boon Sai Hong must call on all of his new talents to save his own life and the lives of thousands of the city's inhabitants. But the Khan has a nasty revelation that may throw the fight his way. FC, 32pg $2.95 SAURUANS: UNNATURAL SELECTION TWO-PACK by Waid, Di Vito, Hunter & Quintana In this specially pre-packaged two-issue set, CrossGen's first mini-series will take you on a pulse-pounding journey designed to unravel a horrible secret of the CrossGen Universe. "Apocalypse Now" meets "V" meets "Platoon" in this soldier of fortune story of survival. Plenty of mercs, guns and lizardssssss! Pack (x2) $4.95 STARS OF THE MONTH EDGE #2 Readers of the world, unite! You have nothing to lose but your long comic boxes! But you'd better buy some new bookshelves, because you'll want to keep every volume of Edge close at hand! Edge #2 includes two chapters each of The First (#11 & #12), Scion (#16 & #17), and Sigil (#16 & #17), plus Mystic #17 and the second installment of Ruse. That's eight comics' worth of material, plus a 14 page Mystic backup, for just $9.95! That's right — less than the cost of a really bad DVD. Edge: It's a new way of reading comics. (STAR15838) SC, 7x10, 256pg, FC $9.95 FORGE #3 This volume contains chapter one of the samurai epic The Path; chapters 19 and 20 of the all-ages saga, Meridian; the third installment of the extra-dimensional escape drama, Negation; and three chapters each of Mark Waid's Crux (6-8) and the smash-hit Sojourn (4-6)! Plus, a very special treat from the world of Sigil: chapter one of the two-part Saurian mini-series Unnatural Selection! (STAR15886) SC, 7x10, 272pg, FC $9.95 **************** CHAOS! COMICS EVIL ERNIE: THE HORROR #1 by Brian Pulido & Gerardo Sandoval Further investigation reveals a hideous plot where the lives of countless innocents were stolen by priests perceived as the most holy and moral. Can the Evil one prevent the latest ritual of stolen innocence in his unique, over-the-top way, or will he be stopped by the Violent Crime Task Force who are hot on his heels? And why does the "Evil" one want to protect innocent children anyway? The answer lies in his abusive past. Are you upset about abusive priests? Evil Ernie serves up vengeance for you! Includes 31 pages of story and art! MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $4.50 EVIL ERNIE: THE HORROR #1 PREMIUM EDITION Cover by Tone Rodriguez & Sandu Florea; Colored by Todd Broeker Esteemed Violent Messiahs artist, Tone Rodriguez, illustrates this dazzling premium cover of the "Evil One" for The Horror #1! Ernie's armed with guns a-blazin' and features Smiley in all his grand splendor! Dig it Fiends! Limited to 3,000 copies, cover printed on cardstock. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $9.99 EVIL ERNIE: THE HORROR #1 SIGNED EDITION by Brian Pulido & Gerardo Sandoval Own Evil Ernie: The Horror #1 signed by creator and Chaos! publisher, Brian Pulido! It's limited to 500 copies and ideal for hardcore fans of the "Evil" one's talented creator. Comes bagged with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $15.00 EVIL ERNIE: THE HORROR #1 SCRIPT by Brian Pulido Exclusive cover! For all you fans eager to know what goes into writing a disturbing and thrilling story like Evil Ernie: The Horror #1, this is your ticket into the mind of writer and creator Brian Pulido. Black Label proudly presents every exciting page of The Horror #1! Bear witness to each minute detail, only found in this script. Recommended for mature readers and ideal for aspiring horror writers. Limited to 1,000 copies. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $4.99 EVIL ERNIE: THE HORROR #1 PREMIUM EDITION SCRIPT by Brian Pulido Exclusive cover! Brian Pulido signs his very own script of his latest crime horror story. This one's not for the squeamish or faint of heart. Strictly limited to only 250 copies worldwide, be one of a select few to add this to your treasured collection, 'cause it's been certified by the creator! Only from Pulido's Black Label! (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $20.00 LADY DEATH HALLOWEEN SPECIAL #1 by Brad Kayl; Cover by Peter Vale & Michael Kelleher Writer Brad Kayl (Team Red Star) brings you a Halloween story that just may be too much for the Goddess of the Netherworld! It appears that a mysterious being is behind some grisly murders. Who is this being and what happens when Lady Death comes across the God of Fear? Can she stop him before he corrupts the world to his mad ways? It's twists and turns galore, with some Halloween spirit mixed in for good measure! FC, 32pg $2.99 LADY DEATH HALLOWEEN SPECIAL #1 PREMIUM EDITION cover by David Michael Beck Trick or freak! Embrace the mystery of Lady Death's latest Halloween special with this unique premium cover! Limited to 3,000 copies and printed on cardstock, you'll be glad to own it this Halloween season… unless you're scared of things that go "bump" in the night! FC, 32pg $9.99 LADY DEATH HALLOWEEN SPECIAL #1 SUPER PREMIUM EDITION cover by Billy Tucci & Todd Broeker Billy Tucci (Shi) serves up this wicked super premium cover of Lady Death! It's the perfect Halloween treat no matter what time of the year! Sexy and tasteful, it's limited to just 1,000 copies. FC, 32pg $20.00 LADY DEATH HALLOWEEN SPECIAL #1 FOIL EDITION Need a little extra treat this Halloween? Get Lady Death's haunting tale written by Brad Kayl as this special foil-embossed cover edition limited to just 200 copies! FC, 32pg SRP: $20.00 PURGATORI: TRICK OR TREAT #1 by Jolley, Neves, & Florea; Cover by Vale & Kelleher Writer Dan Jolley (Obergeist, Sabertooth) returns to bring you more of the Blood Goddess! In her continuing search for clues to the ancient vampire religion called "the Blood Faith," Sakkara and her lover Rakshasa arrive at the Greek isle of Crete just in time for Halloween! Trouble is, something else has arrived before them... something that wants to put a stop to Sakkara and her other self — the vampire goddess Purgatori — once and for all! It's graveyards, bloodshed, and mystical beasts galore in Purgatori: Trick or Treat! FC, 32pg $2.99 PURGATORI TRICK OR TREAT #1 PREMIUM EDITION cover by Scott Lewis Purgatori scares it up in this Halloween 2002 special, so own the complimentary premium cover to the story that may be too much for even Purgatori to handle! Limited to 3,000 copies and printed on cardstock. FC, 32pg $9.99 PURGATORI TRICK OR TREAT #1 SUPER PREMIUM EDITION cover by Monte Moore Artist Monte Moore offers up an elegant pencil rendering of the Blood Goddess! Simply put, Purgatori is ravishing, and Halloween wouldn't be the same with out her! Limited to only 1,000 copies. FC, 32pg $20.00 LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #5 by Ostrander, Reis, & Pimentel; Colored by Jay Fotos Catch the shocking finale to the epic that will forever alter the destiny of the Chaos! Universe! The Dark Alliance is coming apart as the face of the true villain is revealed! Death has already claimed one member of the alliance and more may follow. Humanity is now aware of Lady Death, Jade, Purgatori, Vandala, and Vulnavia, and the howl you hear is for their death! This is where the final battle will be fought; this is where the master plan is revealed; this is where the final victory will be won — but who will be the victor? Don't assume you know the answer! The outcome of this story is going to impact the Chaos! Universe in a major way for a long time, and no Fiend is going to want to miss it! Cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Pimentel, and Jay Fotos. FC, 32pg (5 of 5) $2.99 LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #5 VARIANT COVER EDITION cover by David Michael Beck G.I. Joe cover artist, David Michael Beck, paints this cover featuring two of the many players in Dark Alliance, "Hell's Belles" — Demonica and Diabolica! They're gorgeous and scorching hot — just as Hell intended! Limited to 2,500 copies, make sure to collect this final variant to the Earth-shattering epic that greatly affects the Chaos! Universe as we know it! FC, 32p $7.50 LADY DEATH/EVIL ERNIE ASHCAN cover by Romano Molenaar Exclusive cover! It's the teaming every Chaos! fan has been waiting and begging for! Get a first look at November 2002's inter-Chaos! crossover: Lady Death/Evil Ernie #1 written by creator Brian Pulido! This new-and-improved ashcan features script pages, design layouts, sketches and insights into the creative process! Limited to only 1,000 copies worldwide. Also available as a premium edition, featuring a new exclusive color cover and limited to 50. REG.––Ashcan, 12pg, b&w $6.00 PREMIUM ED.––Ashcan, 12pg, b&w $20.00 THE UNDEAD ASHCAN PREMIUM EDITION Art by Brian Denham Own this ashcan that is a wicked teaser of the post-apocalyptic world in The Undead #1, written by Chaos! Publisher Brian Pulido! Featuring an exclusive new cover, it's limited to only 50 copies. Ashcan, 12pg, b&w $20.00 LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE ASHCAN PREMIUM EDITION Not part of the "Alliance" yet? You will be after previewing the epic that will forever affect the Chaos! Cosmos. This premium edition features an all-new cover, script notes, images, and more. Limited to only 50 copies! Ashcan, 12pg, b&w $20.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LADY DEATH: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 by Ostrander, Reis, & Pimentel Experience Mischief Night through the eyes of Lady Death! Mischief Nights is an event that tells the story of the night before Halloween — a one-shot filled with the gothic overtones, horror, and suspense that only Chaos! can provide! What unspeakable horrors will Lady Death face? Chaos! is tight-lipped, but it's a haunting tale you must read to believe... if you dare! Cover painted by Matt Hughes. FC, 32pg $2.99 O/A LADY DEATH: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 PREMIUM EDITION Cover by Adriano Batista French maid anyone? Lady Death plays dress-up and dons a French maid's outfit just in time for Halloween! It's part of the Mischief Night premium covers theme, where the beauties of Chaos! each wear a new costume set against a stage backdrop! She's striking as can be — and if that doesn't tickle your fancy, you must be from another planet! Need a bonus?! It glows-in- the-dark too! Limited to 2,000 copies. FC, 32pg $12.99 O/A PURGATORI: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 by Joshua Dysart & Fabiano Neves Just in time for Halloween, Purgatori the Vampire Goddess gets caught in her own tale of Halloween havoc in Chaos!'s big event: Mischief Night! Exiled in L.A., this one-shot is a disturbing story of frights and sheer terror that's a must-read! What perils will Purgatori encounter this Halloween night? Get the book and find out yourself! Cover painted by Matt Hughes. FC, 32pg $2.99 O/A PURGATORI: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 PREMIUM EDITION cover by Adriano Batista Your wish is her command! As part of the Mischief Night premium covers theme, where the beauties of Chaos! each appear in costume on a stage, Purgatori plays dress-up and dons a genie outfit just in time for Halloween! Be gentle with this genie, or you wishes will never come true! If that's not enough, it glows-in-the-dark too! Limited to 2,000 copies. FC, 32pg $12.99 O/A BAD KITTY: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 by Kaminski, Batista, & Salles There's no treat for this Cat! Experience the terror and haunts of Mischief Night as seen through the eyes of Bad Kitty on the mean, dark streets! There's a lot of hysteria on Halloween night, so you just can¹t fathom the frightening possibilities our Kitty will face. Lock and load fans, cause this is one fright night that ends with a BANG! For true fans of Halloween and let's not forget those fans of unspeakable HORROR! Cover painted by Matt Hughes. FC, 32pg $2.99 O/A BAD KITTY: MISCHIEF NIGHT #1 PREMIUM EDITION cover by Adriano Batista Bad Kitty in a dress? Oh yes –– Bad Kitty, the one woman vigilante, plays dress up and dons a slinky lounge singer gown for Halloween! This is one of three Mischief Night premium covers featuring the beauties of Chaos! each wearing a costume on a stage. But don't get too excited, she may look like a hot lounge singer, but this is one cat who doesn't take requests! If that's not enough, it glows-in-the-dark too! Limited to 2,000 copies. FC, 32pg $12.99 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF EVIL ERNIE: RELENTLESS #1 by Brian Pulido, Jerry Beck, Sandu Florea, & Todd Broeker New Castle is a safe town and that's the way Jill Randall likes it. Jill is plagued by obsessive-compulsive disorder, is prone to anxiety attacks, she is divorced from her husband, estranged from her father, and has a rotten relationship with her young son, Bobby. Bobby's had it with Mom and decides to visit his Granddad, a night watchman at Coaster Carnival, against her wishes. Then all hell breaks loose! The Undead invade led buy the most anti-authoritarian, over-the-top horror character in history, Evil Ernie. As New Castle is ripped apart in a savage battle of wits between Evil Ernie and General Martin Ramsey, Jill must cross the war-torn town, overcome her fears and save her son (and her dad). MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.99 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF EVIL ERNIE: RELENTLESS #1 PREMIUM EDITION cover by Greg Capullo & Todd Broeker Industry great Greg Capullo (Spawn, The Creech) illustrates a wild premium cover depicting the sinister Evil Ernie for this classic untold tale written by mastermind Brian Pulido! Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity on the back. Limited to 1,000 copies and printed on cardstock. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $9.99 O/A THE UNDEAD #1 Written by Brian Pulido. Illustrated by Brian Denham. Brian Pulido returns to comics with his newest creation, The Undead, published by his new mature readers imprint: Black Label Graphics! In a post-apocalyptic zombie wasteland, filled with bizarre customs and rituals, man is viewed as food to some and a parasite to others. As the extinction of humanity nears, a band of living Refugees are captured and sold to a meat processing plant controlled by corporate zombies. Enter The Undead, a lone mysterious anti-hero who has turned away from a life of violence. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.99 O/A THE UNDEAD PREMIUM #1 by David Michael Beck David Michael Beck paints a rip-roaring action cover featuring the likes of Homicide, aided by his voluptuous female sidekick, dual guns and all! This cover spells it out plain and simple: The Undead is an epic, relentless, post-apocalyptic action adventure with a crazy supernatural feel that never let's up — and this cover makes you hungry for more! Limited to only 3,000 copies! MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $9.99 ******************** CHECKER BOOK PUBLISHING GROUP CLIVE BARKER'S TAPPING THE VEIN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE LEATHER BOUND EDITION Exclusive to Previews, a deluxe leather bound edition of the Eisner-nominated anthology mini-series bringing the best of Clive Barkers' short stories to the comics medium. Barker's stories are brought to a stunning visual realization by comics greatest artistic talent: John Bolton, Craig Russell, Klaus Jansen, Tim Conrad, Bo Hampton, Stan Woch, Hector Gomez, and more. Collected in this leather bound edition are such horror classics as "Skins of the Fathers," "Human Remains," "In the Hills, In the Cities" "Down Satan," "How Spoilers Bleed," "The Madonna," "Pig Blood Blues," "The Midnight Meat Train," and more. Limited to 666 copies. (CAUT: 4) HC, 256pg, FC $49.95 CLAYPOOL COMICS DEADBEATS #56 by Richard Howell w/Ricardo Villagran Finally, the lure of her family ties proves too strong for Madame Melina to withstand. Too bad, though, that she's been transformed into a voracious vampire! How will Christine and Dakota react when they find out that "Mommy's Home?!" Written and drawn by Richard Howell, with gorgeous embellishment by Ricardo Villagran, and featuring a scream of a cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 ELVIRA #114 by Strom, R. Sutton, & Lachance Is it worse that the rulers of un-sunken Altoonis are using their evil magic to unleash giant monsters on the world? Or that they're making it seem that Elvira has turned traitor and joined them? It's all in "Doom is a Four-Letter Word!" the final chapter of a three-part classic "They Still Love Me in Altoonis!," by Frank Strom, Ronn Sutton, and Louis Lachance. Also: Elvira's foray into sizzling salsa puts her back into conflict with enemy Lois Denominator, in "Chamber Pot Luck!," by Richard Howell, Gordon Purcell, and Kim DeMulder. Color Photo Cover of Elvira. b&w, 32pg $2.50 STARS OF THE MONTH ELVIRA, MISTRESS OF THE DARK VOLUME 2 TP This volume is an incredible collection of sexy, silly, satirical sashays by Elvira, including material by Kurt Busiek, Paul Dini, James Fry, Terry Austin, Dave Cockrum, and more! Every line approved by Elvira herself as being witty and/or curvaceous enough for her. Elvira photo covers. (STAR14320) SC, 7x10, 152pg, b&w $12.95 ****************** CLIB'S BOY COMICS TRUE STORY, SWEAR TO GOD #4 by Tom Beland "Discoveries"—In this issue of the Eisner-nominated series, it's traveling time again... only this time it's Tom who flies to Lily's home in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Tom learns more about the woman he's falling for and gains new insights as his universe continues to expand. He discovers the sights, the sounds, the people, her family and what it is that Lily does for a living... all in scorching weather conditions found only in the Caribbean. It's an eye-opening visit that gets him thinking about the future. b&w, 28pg $2.95 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND BARRY WEEN "SYMBOLS CENSORSHIP!" T-SHIRT Barry Ween has nothing good to say about censorship, and he says it loudly on this all-new T-shirt benefiting the CBLDF. Judd Winick created this all-new full-color design featuring his foul-mouthed comic star, to adorn another high-quality CBLDF benefit tee. Barry screams in the all-ages edition of the tee shirt. He got even angrier for the limited pressing of the shirt, which features Barry's uncensored thoughts about the subject. A funny meditation on the nature of censorship and a great benefit for the Fund. (CAUT: 4) L-XXL SRP: $20.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEIL GAIMAN: LIVE AT THE ALADDIN VIDEO You've been spellbound by his best-selling novels and comics, but if you haven't seen Neil Gaiman read, you've missed out on a truly magical experience. Fortunately, the CBLDF has captured that charm in Live at the Aladdin, a video documenting an enchanting evening with Neil on the Last Angel Tour, a reading series for the benefit of the CBLDF. Gaiman reads a broad selection of his work on this video created exclusively for the CBLDF. The tape also contains a behind-the-scenes section. Experience the magic of Neil and support free speech in this highly recommended video. Approximate running time: 90 minutes. VHS $20.00 **************** TEAM RED STAR LADY LIBERTY T-SHIRT Team Red Star glorifies the virtues of liberty and free speech on this lush, full-color T-shirt benefiting the CBLDF! This is the team's first graphic to adorn a CBLDF T-shirt and features a lovingly rendered Lady Liberty raising her sword and holding a scroll bearing the First Amendment. Show your devotion to free expression and support the CBLDF in this patriotic, high-class T-shirt! (CAUT: 4) L-XXL SRP: $20.00 COMIC CAVALCADE JUNGLE FANTASY PREVIEW FOREST GREEN FOIL COVER EDITION art by Al Rio & Sean Shaw The jungle girl launch of the century is here! This special convention foil edition is now available from Previews, and is limited to just 500 copies! All copies ship bagged and boarded. MATURE READERS b&w, 16pg $6.95 JUNGLE FANTASY PREVIEW WRAPAROUND COVER EDITION art by Al Rio & Sean Shaw Matt Martin serves up this very tasty exclusive new wraparound cover! This edition is limited to just 1,500 copies. MATURE READERS b&w, 16pg $5.95 ATLAS #1 JUDO GIRL EDITION by Darren Davis & Mark Brooks The magnificent Judo Girl stars in her first cover! From the pages of The 10th Muse, springs Atlas! The 10th Muse makes an appearance to help Atlas in his first solo adventure, and thankfully he has help from the newest TidalWave sensation, Judo Girl! This special cover edition is limited to just 1,500 copies. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $5.95 THE ODYSSEY #1 MIKE MILLER COVER EDITION by Davis, Breyfogle, Blaine, & Various Every member of the superhero group that was introduced in The 10th Muse #1 is featured in The Odyssey — from Orion the Hunter and Ares, to Judo Girl and Medusa! This special edition featuring an alternate cover by Mike Miller is limited to just 1,500 copies. Quarterly. FC, 32pg $5.95 COMICS CONSPIRACY GENERIC COMIC BOOK #10 by Miers, Santos, Silva, & Thomas Double Size Halloween Special! Generic Man confuses the superhuman with the supernatural in his latest zany escapade! A black cat crosses his path as he's trick-or-treating, and as he chases miles out of his way to go around the cat's path, he finds misfortune has already caught up to him in the form of a hauntingly familiar bulimic ghost. Can Generic Man sustain a relationship with someone he can't touch? b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $2.95 COMICSONE RED PROWLING DEVIL GN #1 by Toshimitsu Shimizu Get ready for high-flying heroine hijinks with Red Prowling Devil, another title from the mind of Toshimitsu Shimizu, author of Maico 2010. During a routine mission, Naomi (pilot for the Red Prowling Devil organization) accidentally shoots down two fellow R.P.D. pilots. The organization takes advantage of Naomi's incredible guilt and convinces her to become an assassin to make amends. Red Prowling Devil mixes exciting aerial acrobatic action, drama and suspense to produce a truly pulse- pounding adventures series. Red Prowling Devil — the world's first portable air show! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 STORM RIDERS GN #7 by Wing Shing Ma Cloud takes Kong-Chi to Shia-Wang Mansion in order to steal the Ice Vigor Stone. With this he will be able to keep Kong- Chi's body young and beautiful for eternity. She will retain the youthful appearance that Cloud fell in love with. Yet before he can lay her to rest, Cloud runs into Conquer, who is distraught and furious over the loss of Kong-Chi. The long-awaited battle between master and pupil ensues… but is Cloud up to the challenge? SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABRE GN #2 by Wing Shing Ma Jay Shan Chang, his wife Sue Ying, and young son Wu Ji Chang have begun their long journey home to Wu Tang. But it isn't long before their enemies catch up to them. Once they reach Wu Tang they find representatives of all the major kung fu schools waiting to question them about Golden Haired Lion King and the whereabouts of the powerful Dragon Sabre. Cornered, Jay Shan Chang does the unthinkable to keep his uncle's location a secret. Also the secret behind the crippled Di Yu is revealed. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 WEAPONS OF THE GODS GN #3 by Tony Wong The race for the mightiest weapons continues. The battle with the Demon Army rages on. Chai receives a serious wound and the evil Demon Army kidnaps Snow. Also, Iron Heart learns a tragic secret about his family. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 STORY OF THE TAO GN #1 by Ding Kin Lau & Andy Seto King Lee instructs Prince Lee, the younger of his two sons, to seek the path of Buddha and all it's wonderful powers. Soon after, the King and his closest heir die suspiciously, and the ambitious Queen is suspected of treason. But she is powerful and well protected by many skilled Kung Fu masters. Now, earthly representatives of four religious sects — Taoism, Buddhism, Zen, and Mysticism — rally together to teach and protect young Prince Lee from his malevolent stepmother and her many denizens. Little do they know that it will take their combined efforts to defeat a foe that threatens spirituality as they know it. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 IRON WOK JAN! GN #1 by Shinji Saijyo Jan is a talented young chef at Gottancho, a top-class restaurant in Tokyo. Jan is very arrogant and full of self-confidence regarding his cooking technique, and he always challenges Kiriko, another talented young chef at Gottancho. Both Jan and Kiriko have entered a cooking competition. Who will win the culinary battle? This unique series will appeal to fans of the Iron Chef TV show and will be published in the original Japanese right-to-left format. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 BRIDE OF DEIMOS GN #2 by Yuuho Ashibe & Etsuko Ikeda Continuing his search for a bride, Deimos stumbles across an underground palace whose female sovereign is also a demon. This new demon takes an immediate liking to Deimos, and presents him with an ultimatum: if he doesn't marry her, she will indiscriminately kill the surface-dwellers. Has Deimos reluctantly found his new bride? Published in the original Japanese right-to-left format. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 SARAI GN #8 by Masahiro Shibata In the near future, the civilization has been ruined due to genetic mutation. Individuals are mutated after the age of 16; and people are forced to accept this fate. In this era, hardship is an understatement but Sarai and her fellow Guard Maids fight for protecting their masters. Patchouli is one of the trainees of the special class "A." Although she can't control her ESP, she continues to run away from the Guard headquarters. But this time, Sarai is ordered to look after and protect her. Unfortunately, that's easier said than done. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 CRAYON SHIN-CHAN GN #1 by Yoshito Usui Famous as a Japanese anime TV show, Crayon Shin-Chan follows the daily life of a five-year-old boy whose bodily functions, offensive comments, and outrageous behavior consistently annoy his parents and land him in hot water. A national phenomenon in Japan, this shocking and hilarious comic celebrates the terrible power of destruction and indecency wielded by toddlers everywhere! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH STORM RIDERS GN #3 by Wing-Shing Ma Finally, Conquer seizes Mud Buddha! Mud Buddha tells him that Cloud and Wind will become a threat to his future. To prevent Cloud and Wind from taking over his power, Conquer starts spreading rumors to split them up. Cloud finds and kills the trader and his clan. Cloud has become the ultimate fighter with no mercy for anyone; he seeks Kong-Chi, wife of Frost, his soul mate to comfort his mind. Wind accidentally finds out about this affair and suggests Cloud either leave her alone or get out of Kung Fu society with her forever. How can Wind, Cloud, and Frost deal with this? Can they forgive each other? (STAR15916) SC, 120pg, FC $11.95 WOUNDED MAN GN #7 by Kazuo Koike & Ryoichi Ikegami Keisuke's troubles continue when GPX hires some hardened ex-Green Berets to take him out. As the battle begins, Keisuke is shot, leaving his pals to fend for themselves while he lies wounded on the pavement. Keisuke's squad makes a heroic last stand as his life hangs in the balance. (STAR15870) MATURE READERS SC, 4x6, 200pg, b&w $9.95 ***************** CPM MANGA MAXION BOOK 4: MANIAC OBSESSIONS TP by Takeshi Takebayashi Yuichiro is out of control. His sexual urges have taken over his psyche and the beautiful coed Shion is the object of his desires. What will happen if his true love Maki finds out? And what happened to the sexy health professor? Beautiful women, hapless students, and a dose of voyeurism with sci-fi suspense! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $15.95 RECORD OF LODOSS WAR: CHRONICLES OF THE HEROIC KNIGHT BOOK 3 by Ryo Mizuno & Masato Natumoto Sprak and the heroes of Lodoss have been distracted form their mission to deliver a letter to the kingdom of Roid. The brutal Dark Elf is trying to assemble the magical items necessary to resurrect Kardis, the goddess of destruction. Now Spark and his friends must defeat Jiba, but they never guessed that someone so young could wield so much power. Can the heroes prevent the destruction of Lodoss? SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $15.95 Manga 18 LA BLUE GIRL MANGA EDITION BOOK 1: DESTINY by Toshio Maeda SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 216pg, b&w $16.95 CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #4 by Craig Shaw Gardner & Billy Tucci Trying to find some semblance of a normal life and leaving her bloody battles behind, Ana Ishikawa spends an evening reminiscing with her best friend, the vivacious and beautiful Tomoe Gozan. The reunion will be bittersweet however, as unknown to both, Tomoe leads a band of assassins hired to deliver the head of "Shi" to Yakuza crime lord, Masahiro Arashi. While the two share a wonderful evening of wine, Tomoe's Nara warriors wreak havoc across New York City. The Nara are ruthless warriors that have dedicated their lives to the destruction of their centuries-old enemies from Kyoto. Bent on vengeance, these black-cloaked Sohei murder innocents at every corner in an attempt to draw out the Kyoto Sohei known as Shi. Finally Ana once again takes up the naginata, dons her grandfather's kabuki make-up, and attempts to stop these new warriors of death, running into the colossus of Nara itself! A colossus called "Gojira." Shi: The Illustrated Warrior combines the best aspects of New York Times best-selling author Craig Shaw Gardner's novelized verse and Shi creator Billy Tucci's dynamic and richly-detailed illustrations. Warrior is based on the legendary Way of the Warrior story arc, but with an added twist that forever alters the Shi universe. b&w (4 of 7) $2.99 CURTIS COMIC ************ Note: All Curtis Comics are 32 pages with no ads ************ BARCHETTA VOLUME 1 #4 by Seongkyu Lee "Kill" is a criminal who lives to fight. "Barchetta" is the name of the weapon he has attached to his arm. He's going to need it when he's offered immunity from his crimes if he can defeat the evil pope who is reigning over the village. Because at the same time another band of people are marching into the village! A fast-paced western-style fantasy comic that will have you reeling! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 BLOODY SCHOOL VOLUME 1 #3 by Seonmo Yang & Kyongwon Yoo This is a school horror story involving vampire students. The chairman of the school, who is also a vampire, has created and fostered a group of 4 vampire students as the "Four Bloods." The leader of the group, Josh, is the chairman's favorite. The group's rebel, Ray, disregards the group's rules and indiscriminately kills female students for blood. When the bodies are found, the police start to investigate the school and the cases of increasing missing students. The chairman directs Josh to strictly supervise Ray's behavior. Discontented, Ray decides to retaliate against the chairman — and kill Josh. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ESP VOLUME 1 #4 by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee This is a story of super-powered kids fighting a group of evildoers who want to rule the Earth. Max is the leader of the evil group and is super-strong. But the kids under his training are getting stronger by the day. Who will have the last laugh? b&w, 32pg $2.95 ETERNAL IMAGE VOLUME 1 #4 by Miro In the city of the Pope, 100 boys and girls comprising the Centurion System are trained to fight against an evil tribe. But the tribe invades the training ground one day and annihilates the whole Centurion System, including its leader, Irian. But one mysterious man and his assistant resurrect Irian using sorcery. b&w, 32pg $2.95 EXTREME VOLUME 1 #4 by Haeryong Chong & Ha Chae Sean is a genius when it comes to inline skating. He looks like an easy-going, care-free guy, but there is a sad secret behind this facade. He's skating to find someone. b&w, 32pg $2.95 INTO THE STORM VOLUME 1 #4 by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee Ryan is an average kid with a below-average school performance. His grades are always at the bottom. And he constantly gets into fights with others. But he's a great race car driver. His dream is to be the best. But it seems as though something is always standing between him and his dream! What's a dreamer to do? b&w, 32pg $2.95 KNIGHT GUNNER VOLUME 1 #3 by Kiho Jeon & Jeongwook Ko A legendary knight who has the gift for handling both the sword and gun! Only Isle Grindt can save Jerusalem from its tragic war. He was born and raised in Jerusalem, the "Holy Land," which has been the battleground between the Crusaders and the Natives. One group wants to revitalize the Holy Land, while the other is fighting to stay in charge! Isle's father, Philip, and uncle, Stern, had been allies and war heroes. But a certain "incident" drove them to take opposite sides of the Crusaders and Natives. Who will Isle favor? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 MINOS VOLUME 1 #3 by Jongil Kim Flying Ax invades Demons' territory in search of General Black Sword, who has a reward on his head. When Black Sword's subordinate, Lea, find out that Flying Ax is the one who had killer her brother, she attacks him. Lea with Black Sword then takes down Flying Ax. When Demons oppose Lea's decision to return to her hometown, they plot to kill her. But will her decision to spend the night in a nearby hut prevent her untimely demise? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 MOON VOLUME 1 #4 by Yoojeong Lee Earth is under the attack of aliens. And as a result, people have been relocated to live on the moon! There are three girls born on the moon on the same day, the same hour. They become members of the Pink Club. They fight against other gangs to widen their territory. One day, they will rule the moon. Or, so they think. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 PANDEMONIUM VOLUME 1 #4 by Jeongtae Lee Lemai is a bionic cyborg that belongs to CPR, which is assigned to fight a group of resistants. These resistants are beastmen, though. So CPR has its hands full! As the fight goes on with the beastmen, Lemai is getting suspicious of the real reason behind his battles! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 PSI VOLUME 1 #4 by Yongha Hong & Dongsan Kim Psi is murdered while trying to save his girlfriend. But he's been resurrected! And there is this sexy web magazine reporter that is following the mysterious serial murder cases involving PSI and others! This cyber horror masterpiece will keep you on the edge! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 SLASHER VOLUME 1 #3 by Jinwoo Lee & Chulhee Lee A brutally slashed female body is found on a rainy night near the railroad. On the chest of the corpse is an inscription "XII." A rookie cop in charge of the case, Sia, realizes that this murder is a continuation of serial killings that had stopped 4 years ago. All the victims' bodies form that case also had numbers inscribed on their chests. The nature of the killings get progressively more gruesome as the killer seems to enjoy torturing and mutilating the bodies with increased frequency. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ZERO TAKER VOLUME 1 #3 by Yoonyul Choi A neo-city jointly controlled by the U.S. and Japan must have their "creatures" destroyed! These creatures — mutant humans that resulted from an unidentified new virus—will be met by the new countermeasure, Zero Taker. The new line of defense, Zero Taker must not only save the human race from the creatures, but also face the conspirator of yet another group! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 DENIS KITCHEN PUBLISHING MR. NATURAL POSTCARD BOOK Robert Crumb's most famous and time-tested character, Mr. Natural, is back with an all-new set of 24 postcards. All cards are printed on a stiff card stock and includes guess appearances by Devil Girl and devotee Flakey Foont. (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #5 (MAY021972) Postcard book $11.95 DEUX GRAPHICA STUDIO GENOME #2 by Muñoz & Mantella, Rearte, Taborda, & Francia Joe Doe is "nobody" for many; just "somebody else" for others; but he will surely be the most important man in Universe for everybody! Joe Doe, that mysterious adolescent who doesn't remember anything about his past, is confronted by the truth. No. 7 (a cloned human being who has become a plasmatic vampire) faces Doe and endangers St. Joan City. Is Joe Doe a risk for humanity? What will be the fate of humanity after the success of cloning? Will God remain in silence at the Devil's greatest challenge? No. And we'll hear from him in this second issue! Available in two cover versions: regular cover by Rearte & Taborda, and an alternate cover by Julian Aznar. FC, 32pg $ 2.99 ASTIKA # 2 by Muñoz & Mantella, Taborda, & Francia 2100AD. The East leads the technological race, and millenary India is the military and economic leader of the hemisphere. India is divided into two fractions: Astikos and Nastikos. Rig Godavari is a military Astiko, who knows his business well. But what Rig doesn't know is that the Earth is divided into two hemispheres separated by a force field. The story that Rig learned is false. The biggest lie of all times starts to lose strength thanks to the explanation given by Kuru. Siva, the Nastiko leader, on the other side, decides to advance in his plans to rule over the Indian Empire. And he will not stop until he has succeeded in having this powerful nation laid at his feet! Regular cover by Walther Taborda; alternate cover by Juan Bobillo. FC, 32pg $2.99 DIGITAL WEBBING DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS #5 by Various The many faces of Halloween remind us that variety is definitely the spice of life. What better place to dive into the spirit of variety than in the pages of a Halloween issue of Digital Webbing Presents? Rejoin the adventure as Amber & Alley continue their fight against evil; follow a horrifying investigation with F.N. Stein: Consulting Detective; learn why there's no such thing as a simple case in the world of Flick, where the supernatural's the norm; find out in Truth & Consequences why a little knowledge is a dangerous thing… especially when someone else wants it; discover the sweet taste of fear in I Scream, You Scream; and see The Goon from Eric Powell (inker for Marvel's The Hood) take action on the cover and in the pages of this issue! As an added treat, this issue features the first appearance in comic book format of best-selling author Christopher Golden's Shadow Saga characters. b&w, 40pg $2.95 ARCHEON #1 & #2 FLIP-BOOK by Hook, Lavallee, Fajar, Nichols, Gustafsson, Loven & Hadden Two huge issues in one giant binding! Enter the land of Archeon and ride The Mighty Anvil with our heroes, Sabrik d'Elden and Darkmere. Issue #1 introduces you to the heroes as they board the Anvil to seek new adventure in the western lands. Adventure quickly finds them as an army of elves assaults the Anvil in search of Darkmere's head! Learn who Darkmere really is, and why the elves want him dead. On the flip side, issue #2 unveils the dark heart of the Magnarian Elves, Rai-kon Dargoth the Usurper! Witness the carnage when Rai-kon personally takes the battle to Darkmere! b&w, 48pg $3.99 DORK STORM PRESS DORK TOWER #21 by John Kovalic "20th Century Boy"—It's official: Matt's missed his saving throws for Life, and is now single and unemployed. With Gilly and Kayleigh missing-in-action, and a big birthday coming up, he's got no choice but to try and find... himself. But what happens when you find yourself in the decade from hell? It's the horror issue you never thought you'd see: the return of the 1970s! Matt takes nostalgic refuge in some Old Skool gaming, comics and music, when men were real men, women were real women, and fandom was real weird. Plus, Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks is now a permanent back-up feature! And as Lethargic Lad continues his hilarious ways, there's more hilarity with Nodwick, PS 238, and PvP. How can so many fan-favorite comics fit into one issue? By upping the size to 48 pages, of course! b&w, 48pg $2.99 SNAPDRAGONS #2 by Liz Rathke w/John Kovalic "Dark And Stormy Knights"—Straight from the pages of fan-favorite Dork Tower, it's more adventures from the SnapDragons in the all-ages comic book that really is for all-ages! Packed with another couple of sidesplitting tales, it's a special Halloween double feature! And look out for a special guest-appearance from Dork Tower's Gilly the Perky Goth! Plus, a brand-new four-page Dork Tower strip by John Kovalic, five pages of PS 238 from Aaron Williams, and another Patty Cake tale from Scott Roberts! This issue will ship with two covers, one by Liz Rathke, one by John Kovalic. Both will total half of the print run, and will ship collated. b&w, 48pg $2.99 PVP #7 by Scott R. Kurtz Cover by Liberty Meadows creator Frank Cho! It's war at the convention hall, when the PvP staff discovers that their booth is set up across the aisle from their arch nemesis, Max Powers! The Rules of Engagement are thrown out the window in the battle for maximum exposure! But Brent and Francis have an ace up their sleeve: their own booth babe! Now all they have to do is convince Jade to put on the costume… b&w, 32pg $2.99 STAR OF THE MONTH NODWICK CHRONICLES COLLECTED NODWICK VOLUME 1 TP It's the first collection of the world's favorite henchman and his adventuring employers! This book is jam-packed with hilarious adventures about insane gods, megalomaniacal magicians, pretentious immortals, Hench Games, and more! If you missed any of the first six issues of Nodwick, here's your chance to see what all the laughter is about! (STAR13541) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.95 ******************** ****************** Check out the Nodwick RPG in the GAMES section of this month's Previews! ***************** DRAWN & QUARTERLY LOUIS RIEL #8 by Chester Brown In this new issue, Chester Brown depicts the climax of the brutal battle between the Canadian army and Louis Riel's group of Metis followers. As they are outnumbered and outgunned by a ratio of 4 to 1, Riel retreats into a trench and prays for their salvation while his followers scramble for extra bullets. Cited by many as one of the best series being published today! b&w, 24pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LOUIS RIEL #1 by Chester Brown This first issue is an excellent companion to the new issue above, providing a valuable starting point for the new reader. b&w, 24pg $2.95 ******************** STAR OF THE MONTH THE PLAYBOY by Chester Brown In celebration of the tenth anniversary of the publication of this book, Previews is offering The Playboy here again! Told in a series of stark, expressionistic drawings, this is Chester Brown's unsettling account of the tortured and sometimes embarrassing effect Playboy magazine had on his development; from the time he nervously buys his first copy at age 15, to how it later affected his relations with women in his adult life. Brown explores this relationship with pornography with an unflinching, brutal honesty. This book has had many admirers, including Hugh Hefner himself! (STAR02397) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $12.95 ***************** DREAM WEAVER PRESS TALL TAILS THIEVES' QUEST #10 by J.D. Calderon & Daphne Lage Kalizarian troops secretly gather in the city as the Trolls travel the final leg of their desperate trip. The Earl and his chamberlain however, are distracted with more pressing problems: how to get rid of the prince without gaining the attention of the Ravenwood cousins. Meanwhile, Ravenwood begins to question the whole purpose of the quest, and even his own destiny, but little does everyone know that all their problems are just beginning! b&w, 32pg $3.50 DREAMWAVE PRODUCTIONS TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA #4 by Sarracini, Raiz, & Armstrong Dreamwave's triumphant resurrection of the Transformers Universe continues! The race for the Mini-Cons is on! Megatron and his evil Decepticons will stop at nothing to capture as many Mini-Cons as they can… even if the Earth suffers in the process! Can Optimus Prime and the Autobots save the Mini-Cons and, at the same time, save the Earth from Megatron's iron grasp? Find out in Transformers: Armada #4! FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: THE WAR WITHIN #1 by Simon Furman & Don Figueroa The legend of The Transformers begins with the belief of One. Facing a devastating civil war on Cybertron, Optimus Prime faces his first — and greatest — challenge. Before he can deal with the threat posed by Megatron and the Decepticons, the new Autobot leader must look within... and decide if Cybertron is worth saving at all! Witness the internal struggle of a great leader, and the creation of Transformers history! Featuring the return of Simon Furman to Transformers along with a stunning gatefold cover by Don Figueroa! FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS MEGA LITHOGRAPH Can't decide which Transformer to put on your wall? No need to worry, just purchase the new Dreamwave lithograph featuring just about every Transformer you can think of. Not only is there Generation 1, but also Generation 2, Beast Wars, Beast Machines, Robots in Disguise, and even Armada. It will take hours identifying each Transformer. Lithograph $99.95 ARKANIUM # 2 by Easton, Thomas, & Stull Created by Pat Lee! As the United States and China brace for the potential political fallout from the theft of the Arkanium scrolls, Rowan and Shing meet for the very first time! As the two warriors clash in a stunning, action-packed throw-down, Moukie and the Children of the Damned revel in their initial victory and prepare to make their presence known to our unsuspecting heroes. Meanwhile, new threats and characters are revealed that will further complicate the fragile global political and social landscape. The countdown to human evolution or extinction continues! FC, 32pg $2.95 FATE OF THE BLADE # 3 by Sarracini, Yamen, & Sander Mya continues on her path of vengeance, determined to avenge the loss of the only love she's ever known. Join her as she makes her way through the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles, letting nothing stand between her and the villains that left her for dead. How long before she gets to Tellie… or will Tellie's crew get to her first? And if they do, will they be ready for the new surprise Mya has in store for them? Join Dreamwave for the third issue of its newest and most exciting mini-series: The Fate of the Blade! MATURE READERS. FC, 32pg $2.95 LIMBO CITY #2 by Brian Augusytn & Brett Booth; Colored by Jesse Booth Through the miracles and mysteries of Limbo City's metaphysical origins, Angelic P.I. Sam Angelo can enter a client's earthly life — in any time period, or location. Trying to get to the bottom of the case of the Tycoon Toddler, Sam must step into Carlton Weems' childhood... in 1930s New York City. Gangsters, corrupt politicians, and a thousand other threats await Sam — and an earthbound angel can be hurt or even killed! Meanwhile, a psychic tsunami that threatens to rip Limbo City apart escalates — whose unacknowledged sins and crimes have come hunting? And can the distracted Sam solve this urgent problem while straddling realities on the Weems' case? FC, 32pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WARLANDS VOLUME 2: ATRELEGIS TP by Pat Lee & Adrian Tsang Amidst a terrible war of magic and sword, six heroes fight a losing battle against innumerable masses of the Vampire Horder of Datara. Malagen, leader of the Dataran Horde, stands ready to complete his conquest after the dwarves, elves, and humans of the eastern kingdoms suffer a devastating defeat, and the heroes fail in their task to prevent their enemies from obtaining the Darklyte armor. Unbeknownst to Malagen, however, fate has inexplicably chosen Malagen's own son to wield the Darklyte armor against his former master. Now the heroes must discover how to unlock the secrets of the Darklyte armor before it's too late. Contains issues #7-12, plus a gallery of listed issues and a new cover by Pat Lee. (STAR15868) SC, 144pg, FC $11.95 ***************** DYNAMIC FORCES GREY HULK 8-INCH BUST In 1962, Stan Lee, Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby launched one of the world's biggest icons –– The Incredible Hulk! Ripped from the pages of the first issues of The Incredible Hulk, and measuring over 8" high, the Dynamic Forces Grey Hulk Bust recreates the character as conceived by these three great talents of the comics industry. Sculpted by Howard Kalish and designed by Juan Bobillo –– who have both captured the classic imagery of Kirby and Ditko as well as the fury and rage of the brutish Hulk, his arms raised, poised to "smash" a puny human –– this amazing collectible is a true homage to these great creators and the character! This 40th anniversary piece is a masterwork and is strictly limited to only 1,962 units in tribute to the year the Hulk first appeared. Don't miss out on a collector's must! (CAUT: 2 & 4) Bust $89.99 THE ABOMINATION 9-INCH "BIG" BUST Introducing the first in DF's line of Marvel's "Biggest Bad Boy Busts!" The Abomination –– one of the Hulk's greatest all time villains –– premieres as a Dynamic Forces "Big" bust! Measuring nearly statue size, with each piece measuring 9" tall, 9" front to back and 12" wide, this baby is bigger, badder, and wider! He's huge! This inaugural "Big" bust will also be extremely limited in edition size as only 750 are being produced! The Abomination is one of the Hulk's fiercest villains! This bust captures all of that ferocity -–– from the scales on the Abomination's bulging muscles, the claw-like finger nails on his gamma-irradiated hands, his huge head housing razor sharp teeth and fin-like ears –– this is a masterpiece of sculpting and design! (CAUT: 2 & 4) Bust $149.99 MARVEL PREMIERE MODERN COVERS MAGNETS With the success of the Spider-Man movie and the upcoming Hulk movie, Dynamic Forces is bringing you this line of cool Marvel magnets. This awesome magnet set features: Spider-Man by J. Scott Campbell, Wolverine by Marc Silvestri, The X- Men by Jim Lee, Daredevil and Spider-Man by Joe Quesada, Captain America by Alex Ross, The Incredible Hulk by Todd McFarlane! What else can you ask for? Each magnet measures approximately 2 ½" by 3 ½" and have your favorite Marvel characters with your favorite Marvel artwork! Shipping in December 2002. (CAUT: 2 & 4) Magnets MSRP: $4.99Ea. MARVEL PREMIERE CLASSIC COVERS MAGNETS Dynamic Forces presents some of the most memorable Marvel comic covers of all time in this magnificent magnet set! Featuring the covers of Amazing Fantasy #15 by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby, The Incredible Hulk #1 by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby, The Fantastic Four #1 by Jack Kirby, Amazing Spider-Man #1 by Steve Ditko, Uncanny X-Men #1 by Jack Kirby and Daredevil #1 by Bill Everett. Each magnet measures approximately 2 ½" by 3 ½" and have your favorite Marvel characters with your favorite Marvel artwork! Shipping in December 2002. (CAUT: 2 & 4) Magnets MSRP: $4.99Ea. DF BATTLE OF THE PLANETS FAN CLUB KIT An anime classic from the 70s, and now a comic book sensation in the year 2002, Battle of the Planets is a true fan-favorite. Now, Dynamic Forces has teamed up with to offer an exclusive Battle of the Planets Fan Club! Kit includes: a DF Exclusive Battle of the Planets #1/2 Foil Edition, featuring an exclusive story leading directly into the sold out Battle of the Planets #1 series; a certificate of fan club membership with your exclusive fan club membership number; an exclusive Fan Club Membership card; an Exclusive Fan Club lithograph not available anywhere else; the first issue of the quarterly Battle of the Planets Newsletter featuring interviews with Battle of the Planets Guru Jason Hofius and comic book cover painter/trading card director/big time Battle of the Planets fan Alex Ross as well as all the latest BotP news and reviews; an exclusive Battle of the Planets six-card set (which comes in a collector's box with a Certificate of Authenticity), featuring artwork from J. Scott Campbell, Udon Studios, Wilson Tortosa, Alex Ross, and two classic series images; and a collector's edition box to hold your premiere DF items! Also available is the deluxe kit, which also includes: a DF Exclusive Battle of the Planets #1/2 featuring a gold foil logo and signed by Alex Ross, featuring an exclusive story; and the Exclusive Fan Club lithograph created by Udon Studios not available anywhere else, and signed by the Udon artists Longvow, Charles Park, and Saka! (CAUT: 4) REG.––Kit PI DLX.––Kit PI BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: MARK "ARMED FOR ACTION" LITHOGRAPH This incredible image by Alex Ross continues the tradition of excellence in Battle of the Planets products and lithographs produced by Dynamic Forces! The leader of the Battle team – Mark –– swoops down in a dramatic aerial assault as he hurls his trusty weapon towards the unseen forces of Spectra! Ross has captured every emotion and every nuance in this powerful piece, as only he can! Dynamic Forces is proud to present this beautiful, fully-painted litho, which measures an impressive 18" x 24" and is printed 80lb gallerie art silk stock. Also available signed by Alex Ross! REG.––Lithograph $24.99 SGN.––Lithograph (CAUT: 2) $49.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #1 DF COVER CGC 9.8 GRADED EDITION Dynamic Forces and CGC once again team-up to bring you the ultimate comics collectible –– the CGC 9.8 graded edition of Battle of the Planets #1! Featuring our exclusive Alex Ross cover, and graded 9.8 by CGC, this is the ultimate edition of Battle of the Planets #1! FC PI CLASSIC GREEN GOBLIN PREMIERE LIMITED EDITION LUNCHBOX It's back to school time for Peter, Flash, Gwen, Mary Jane. and all students all across the country, but what makes this group of students so different? They're all part of Spider-Man! And where you find Spider-Man, there is the Spider-Man movie's biggest foe –– the Green Goblin –– comes to you in this ultimate lunchbox! Featuring artwork by Todd McFarlane, one of the classic Spider-Man artists of the early 90's and Ultimate Spider-Man art by Mark Bagley on the other side, this is the ultimate lunchbox collectible! Measuring 7 1/2" x 6" x 2" these lovable lunchboxes are limited editions of only 1,964 (the year that Green Goblin first appeared in the Spider-Man comics). Special introductory price until 10/31/02—normally $14.99! (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $10.00 SPIDER-MAN: THE MOVIE "VIGILANCE" WALL SCROLL The Wall-Crawler we all know and love has made it to Hollywood and the big screen! The Spider-Man movie is a bonafide blockbuster and Dynamic Forces keeps Spidey swinging with the addition of this new wall scroll, featuring art from the feature film! This fantastic movie image features Spider-Man as he hangs upside down, scouting the city, to make sure that no evil escapes his vigilance. Measuring an unbelievable 27" x 34", this cloth masterpiece will be the ever-lovin' addition to your collection! Wall Scroll $16.99 DF G.I. JOE CAMPBELL PREMIERE LITHOGRAPH J. Scott Campbell recreates this classic image from the premiere issue of G.I. Joe #1 (from the original Marvel comic series) in homage to Herb Trimpe and Bob McLeod. Re-created with all your favorite Joe's –– from Snake Eyes to Scarlet, Duke, Roadblock, Rock 'N Roll, and Steeler with the tank and guns a blazin'! Measures 18" x 24" and printed on 100 lb. gallery art silk stock. Also available signed by J. Scott Campbell. Special introductory price on regular edition — normally $24.99! REG.––Lithograph $19.99 SGN.––Lithograph (CAUT: 2) $49.99 G.I. JOE: COBRA INSIGNIA WALL SCROLL! While the heroes make their debut thanks to DF and J. Scott Campbell on the Premiere G.I. Joe lithograph, the villains get their turn –– the dreaded and feared symbol of Cobra is now available as a limited edition DF wall scroll! A collector's dream brought to you by Dynamic Forces, this wall scroll measures 27" x 34" in between two dowels. (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll $16.99 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE G.I. JOE: FRONTLINE #1 ALTERNATE COVER Devil's Due latest and greatest G.I Joe series is being brought to you by the team supreme of Larry Hama, Dan Jurgens, and Bob Layton. Devil's Due mastermind Josh Blaylock brings in the heavy-duty talent of original G.I Joe writer and co-creator of many of the Joe's –– Larry Hama with Dan "the Man" Jurgens and Bob Layton handling the art! Each issue features a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged with a holofoil DF seal! Also available is a gold foil version and a signed version! Special introductory price on regular edition — normally $7.99! REG.––b&w $6.99 FOIL––b&w $10.00 SGN.––b&w $19.99 DF DAVID MICHAEL BECK'S UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LITHOGRAPH Following his success with Dynamic Forces Spider-Man lithograph, artist David Michael Beck has taken on a bevy of horror movie classics –– the Universal Monsters! Beck has truly outdone himself with this amazing new piece. Featuring Dracula, Frankenstein, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, The Bride of Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Wolf-Man are faithfully depicted, each linked and set in their own scene within the piece itself. Dracula stands defiant, Frankenstein lumbers, the Creature shambles, The Bride shrieks, the Mummy rises and the Wolf-Man howls –– all in once incredible lithograph! Dynamic Forces is especially proud to present this beautiful, fully painted lithograph, which measures an impressive 16" x 24" and is printed on 100lb gallerie art silk stock. REG.––Lithograph $29.99 SGN.––Lithograph (CAUT: 2) $49.99 FATHOM #15 DF EXCLUSIVE CHROME COVER EDITION! How do we follow-up our awesome set of exclusive covers to Fathom #12-14? By presenting Fathom #15 as a special Dynamic Forces chrome cover edition! This exclusive cover is strictly limited to 1,000! FC PI WITCHBLADE: MILLENNIUM EDITION FACTORY SEALED CARD SET When card sets are placed together, the manufacturer runs factory proofs to make sure that the collation is perfect, and the manufacturer then asks for some to distribute to the participants. Now, these limited edition sealed sets of the sold-out and award-winning Witchblade: Millennium trading cards are available for your collection! This series featured some of the best images of Mike Turner, Keu Cha, Francis Manapul, Jae Lee, Greg Horn, Joe Jusko and so many more talented creators have ever created –– and they're all yours in one set! But don't delay, because there are less than a 1,000 of these individually shrink wrapped sets left! Set $19.99 CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 CGC 9.8 GRADED SIGNED EDITION Signed by writer John Ney Reiber with artist John Cassaday! The sold-out first issue of Captain America by writer John Ney Reiber and artist John Cassaday is now available from Dynamic Forces and CGC as a 9.8 CGC graded signature series. (CAUT: 2) FC PI DF KILLRAVEN #1 SIGNED EDITION The highly anticipated Killraven series from Alan Davis and Mark Farmer! As fans of Killraven, both of these creators are very excited about putting their mark on this classic character! And now, all the way from England, Alan Davis and Mark Farmer have signed a limited number of copies for Dynamic Forces! (CAUT:2) FC $49.99 DF EXCLUSIVE LADY DEATH HALLOWEEN SPECIAL "FIERY RED" FOIL COVER #1 This Halloween story that just may be too much for the Goddess of the Netherworld! Its twists and turns and some Halloween spirit mixed in, all under an exclusive DF "fiery red" foil cover! FC $16.99 DF EXCLUSIVE PURGATORI: TRICK OR TREAT #1 "FIERY RED" FOIL COVER More of the Blood Goddess! In her continuing search for clues to the ancient vampire religion called the "blood faith" Purgatori's latest adventure is available as an exclusive DF "fiery red" foil cover! FC $16.99 THE MARVEL ENCYCLOPEDIA SIGNED Signed by cover painter Alex Ross! Everything you ever wanted, or need to know about the Mighty Marvel Universe is presented in one awesome, oversized hardcover featuring an incredible piece of brand-new Alex Ross art! Also available signed by Stan "The Man" Lee! (CAUT: 2) ROSS––FC $99.99 LEE––FC $199.99 THE INCREDIBLE HULK HC SIGNED Signed by veteran comic writer Bruce Jones! Veteran horror writer Bruce Jones has left his indelible mark on Marvel's green behemoth, combining suspense, intrigue and plenty of action! Now, Marvel presents a hardcover that reprints Hulk issues #34 – 43 in one deluxe package and best of all, Jones has signed a limited number of these hardcovers for Dynamic Forces! (CAUT: 2) HC $69.99 SPIDER-MAN ACETATE LITHOGRAPH Painted by Greg and Tim Hildebrandt! Greg and Tim were so pleased with the Wolverine and Sabretooth acetate cel lithograph that DF created for them, that they asked that DF create another one – so feast your eyes on one of the most incredible Greg and Tim Hildebrandt paintings ever created, now re-produced as an acetate "Cel" lithograph! Featuring the wall-crawler swinging through the city, protecting the average citizen from the bad guys, now Spider-Man can be your protector when you hang this beautiful acetate cel, which measures 18" by 24", and will be an item that you will treasure forever! Also Available as a re-marked edition featuring a Spider-Man head sketch! REG.––Lithograph $40.00 REMARKED––Lithograph $199.99 X-MEN: MEKANIX #1 SIGNED Signed by longtime X-Men writer Chris Claremont! Extreme X-Men writer Chris Claremont returns to his roots with a new title featuring his favorite X-Man – Kitty Pryde! Best of all, writer Claremont is signing a limited number of Mekanix #1 for DF! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 SPIDER-MAN: BLUE #1 SIGNED Signed by Stan "The Man"Lee! This brand-new Spider-Man limited series, featuring such classic characters as the green Goblin and Gwen Stacy, is now available signed by the man who started it all –– Stan Lee! (CAUT: 2) FC $199.99 BATMAN #608 SIGNED EDITIONS Signed by artist extraordinaire Jim Lee or writer Jeph Loeb! Jim Lee draws Batman monthly! Batman #608 is the start of "Hush" — a 12-part uninterrupted storyline where superstar artist Lee unleashes his talents on one of DC's greatest icons. Joining Lee is someone who is no stranger to the World's Greatest Detective, writer Jeph Loeb — who has spun such classic maxi series as the Eisner and Wizard Award-winning Batman: The Long Halloween and Batman: Dark Victory, and who now brings his powerful storytelling abilities to the monthly title. Beautifully inked by Scott Williams, "Hush" is a bold new adventure in the life of The Dark Knight, and will surely set the standard for Batman stories for years to come. Now you can get this great issue signed by either Jim Lee or Jeph Loeb! If you're a huge fan, then you'll want to jump on the DF "Dynamic Duo Package," which features a signed copy of each, with matching numbers on the limited signing, and a bonus signed DC book! Also available as an unsigned 9.6 CGC graded edition! (CAUT: 2) LEE––FC PI LOEB––FC PI DUO––FC PI 9.6 CGC GRADED––FC PI SUPERGIRL #75 SIGNED Signed by writer Peter David! The return of Kara Zor-El! With her personal journeys ended — no Earth Angels, no Chaos Streams, no demons to fight — Linda Danvers can now claim to be the one and only Supergirl, right? Wrong! When a spacecraft crashes down outside Leesburg, the Maiden of Steel races over to the destroyed craft to look for survivors, and finds...Supergirl? Supergirl #75 is a great jumping-on point for the next stage of Linda's life, one which writer David plans on pulling out all the stops. Best of all, the fan-favorite writer is signing a limited number of Supergirl #75's for Dynamic Forces! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS HC SIGNED Signed by writer/artist Frank Miller! One of the most groundbreaking comic-book tales ever created returns in a new hardcover edition featuring a dust jacket design by award-winning designer Chip Kidd! Writer/artist Frank Miller's classic tale BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS is a 224-page saga of a dark world and even darker knight. Joined by inker Klaus Janson and frequent collaborator colorist Lynn Varley, Miller reinvented the Batman story with this masterful tale taking place ten years after the Dark Knight has retired from crime fighting. Best of all, writer/artist/visionary Frank Miller is signing a limited number of these new hardcover editions of this classic comic tale! (CAUT: 2) HC, 7x10, FC $99.99 THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN HC SIGNED Signed by writer/artist Frank Miller! The eagerly anticipated sequel to Batman: The Dark Knight Returns is gathered together for the first time with The Dark Knight Strikes Again! — a 256-page hardcover written and illustrated by Frank Miller with magnificent colors by Lynn Varley. This incredible volume, designed by Chip Kidd, features an introduction and commentary by Miller on returning to the world he created fifteen years ago. The book will include the complete three-part story, plus sketches, color samples and other exciting material. Best of all, writer/artist/visionary Frank Miller is signing a limited number of these new hardcover editions of this classic comic tale! (CAUT: 2) HC, 7x10, FC $99.99 THUNDER CATS #1 RE-MARKED COVER Signed and Re-Marked by cover Artist Art Adams! Thundercats Hooooooo! The call known by all is now heard through the pages of DC Comics! And to make this an even bigger event, Dynamic Forces has been able to get variant cover art Art Adams to creator little re-marked head sketches on each cover! (CAUT: 2) FC $69.99 EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS STARS OF THE MONTH EDDIE CAMPBELL'S COLLECTED BACCHUS VOLUME 3: DOING THE ISLANDS—NEW PRINTING by Eddie Campbell New Printing! Eddie Campbell's complex tragedy featuring Bacchus, the ancient, run-down God of Wine; Joe Theseus; and the crazy and cool Eyeball Kid is featured in these reprinted black-and-white stories. Get up to date with their adventures in Big City to south American jungle. Learn what happened to the Greek gods and where to find the skull of Poseidon! (STAR07293) SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $17.95 SNAKES AND LADDERS by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell The creative team of From Hell come together again to produce a new work about the history of the earth, the moon, the universe, Oliver Cromwell, and the Pre-Raphaelites. English revolutionary Cromwell was dug up three years after his death in order to be executed. The Pre-Raphaelite beauty Lizzie Siddal was exhumed eleven years after hers so that Rossetti could retrieve his manuscript book of poems, given to her in her death as a token of his eternal love. These were not our promised resurrections. (STAR14448) b&w, 48pg $5.95 ****************** EDICIONES LA CUPLUA OFFERED AGAIN O/A FRENCH KISS #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 8x12, 100pg, PC $9.95 ***************** EL CAPITAN BOOKS STAR OF THE MONTH MURDER ME DEAD HC by David Lapham Here are all nine issues of David Lapham's harrowing graphic novel in a hardcover volume! The Eisner-winning creator of the hugely successful independent series Stray Bullets has pulled out all the stops to show you what a mean and twisted world we live in. The master of the rip-your-guts-out crime drama brings you his first novel-length tale of self-destruction, lost dreams, and mean old women. (STAR15033) MATURE READERS HC, 232pg, b&w $34.95 ****************** EMPIRE HEROES NIGHTHUNTER #4 by Parducci, Dzialowski, & Underwood A present-day hero in tune with the souls of some fallen World War 2 soldiers absorbs their spirits nightly and wages a new battle in the dark hours… a supernatural war. In this issue, Nighthunter must face Dodger Black, the world's most dangerous hit-man, who has been hired to kill a certain political figure… but with Agent: Amber protecting her as well, the task will prove difficult. Meanwhile Agent: Onyx continues some deadly vampire training, and a great champion begins a destiny that will ultimately lead to the frozen wastes of Antarctica! Quarterly. FC, 24pg (4 of 12) $3.75 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS BEG THE QUESTION HC by Bob Fingerman Bob Fingerman's Beg the Question tells the story of Rob and Sylvia, two twenty-somethings navigating the labyrinth of New York City life. Imagine a cross between Seinfeld and Caligula, set in Manhattan, and you'll have an idea of Fingerman's caustic wit. Beg the Question follows Rob & Sylvia's relationship through all of its ups-and-downs; from courtship to marriage, rentals to real estate salesmen, public sex to unwanted pregnancies, and everything in between. Performance art, extended families, the comic book industry and Screw magazine are just a few of the other topics subjected to Fingerman's satirical microscope. Minimum Wage was a breakthrough success for Fingerman in the '90s, and this volume collects the entire run — completely retouched, with added gray tones — and almost 40 pages of never-before-published material. Featuring an introduction by noted novelist and television writer Jerry Stahl. HC, 7x10, 240, b&w $24.95 BLAB! VOLUME 13 by Various; edited by Monte Beauchamp The latest, all-new volume cruises with a cover by Rocket USA's (Futurama tin toy makers) phenomenal robot artist George Eisner, Rolling Stone artists Rob & Christian Clayton, Washington Post contributors Peter& Maria Hoey, and the return of Time Magazine artist Peter Kuper! Also, Raw artist Sue Coe joins Blab! with the six-page story, "Ghost Tiger," and Little Lit illustrator Marc Rosenthal contributes "Une Crise de Style," a tour de-force of two interlocking comic strips. There is also a spotlight on the great Johnson & Smith novelty ads from the '40s, which have influenced Chris Ware and others so strongly. Also featuring contributions from Gary Baseman, Drew Friedman, Stephane Blanquet, Spain, Walter Minus, David Goldin, Laura Levine, Christian Northeast and many more of America's best award-winning illustrators. SC, 10x10, 120pg, PC $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BLACK HOLE #1 & #2 by Charles Burns The first two issues in the series that has been creeping everyone out are back in print! Black Hole is Burns' first novel-length work and has been racking up awards before it is even complete. Burns is the master horrorist in comics, utilizing themes of disease, disfigurement, fear, and the psychosexual world of adolescence in this story of a small Northwestern town ravaged by a sexually-transmitted plague affecting only teenagers. Black Hole also features the most amazingly detailed and slick artwork of Burns' incredible career, with equally impressive production values. Cardstock covers. MATURE READERS #1—b&w, 32pg (1 of 12) $4.50 #2—b&w, 32pg (2 of 12) $4.50 **************** THE COMICS JOURNAL #248 The Comics Journal spends October picking the brain of the staggeringly talented artist Steve Rude, talking about his life, his art, his experiences working for Marvel and DC and his life's work, Nexus. The cover alone is worth plunking down seven bucks for, but Fantagraphics likes their readers, so they're also interviewing the delightful Andi Watson of Skeleton Key and Slow News Day fame, as well as throwing in the award-winning news and criticism that everybody expects from us. MATURE READERS Magazines, 128pg, b&w $6.95 THE COMICS JOURNAL LIBRARY VOLUME 1: JACK KIRBY—NEW PRINTING Edited by Milo George The first printing of this book was gone before it came off the press! Praise for this first volume in the Comics Journal Library has been high — and for good reason! Kirby's dynamic art and limitless imagination were responsible for much of what made comics great from the 1940s through the '70s. With early collaborator Joe Simon, Kirby created Captain America during World War II and, after the war, Kirby created the Romance Comics genre that dominated the industry in the '50s. As the creative vision behind Marvel Comics in the '60s, Kirby (with writer Stan Lee) rejuvenated superheroes with such characters as The Fantastic Four, The Hulk, Thor, and The X-Men. In the '70s, Kirby's ambitious "Fourth World" series of comics for DC Comics set a new standard in epic genre storytelling; today it is widely acknowledged as the inspiration for George Lucas' Star Wars mythos. The first in a series of collections of interviews and essays from the medium's premier magazine of critical commentary for the past 25 years, Fantagraphics Books presents a comprehensive look at the man and the creator through a series of exclusive in-depth interviews and critical essays. SC, 12x12, 120pg, PC $18.95 ZIPPY ANNUAL 2002 by Bill Griffith Bill Griffith's Zippy the Pinhead is a pop culture icon. Born in Underground Comix, the surrealist-leaning character is now one of the most recognizable figures on the newspaper pages, seen by tens of millions of people a day. Zippy Annual 2002 collects approximately a year's worth of strips, including full-color Sundays, from 2001 and 2002. This new volume includes several continuing storylines. One follows the high drama when Zippy's own favorite (fictional) comic strip, "Nimrod," is dropped from his daily newspaper, a thinly disguised parody of what happened when one of Zippy's papers tried (and failed) to drop Griffith's strip. Also, Zippy bumps into dead newspaper baron William Randolph Hearst, visits innumerable roadside attractions, and reacts to the events of Sept. 11th, 2001, in a series of emotionally-charged strips. Frivolity is a stern taskmaster, and these brilliantly designed strips have never reproduced better, making Zippy Annual 2002 a perfect showcase for Griffith's inimitably existential and surreal sense of humor, a must-have and perfect gift book for the millions who find Zippy a rare diamond in the rough of today's newspaper comic pages. SC, 8x11, 160pg, PC $19.95 PANELS #1 & #2 PACK Begun in the late '70s by editor and publisher John Benson, Panels posed questions to the seminal cartoonists of the day that sparked very personal conversations. Issue number one speaks with Will Eisner (The Spirit), Jules Feiffer, and Bill Griffith (Zippy) about the history of cartooning and their careers. The second issue features a wonderful section with Carl Barks that includes an interview, pre-Disney art, and correspondence from Barks that now sits locked in the Disney Archives. Plus, a must-read analysis by John Benson about Harvey Kurtzman's war comics. Pack (x2), b&w $9.95 HATE ANNUAL #3 by Peter Bagge The Boring, Mundane, Middle-Aged Middle-Class issue! Another highly anticipated edition of the Hate Annual comes swinging into town. And all the fans of his hit tongue-in-cheek version of Spider-Man will be following! This time around: as always, a Buddy Bradley adventure — this one dealing with Lisa's new-found obsession with crafting and decorating (a.k.a. "The New Sex"), and Buddy's desperate attempts to appease her Martha Stewart-like aspirations. Also featured: a satire of the daily strip Dilbert called "Dildobert", in which the popular cubicle dweller is compelled to join a terrorist organization; an appreciation of the best songs currently being played on Radio Disney's impossibly short and rarely updated Playlist; a 20- page saga of the trials and tribulations of that hopelessly self-analytical suburban couple Chet and Bunny Leeway, and much more! MATURE READERS FC, 48pg $3.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WHITE LIKE SHE TP by Bob Fingerman When Luther Joyce is seemingly killed in a work-related accident, which disfigures him horribly, his employers attempt to cover up the scandal. But when Luther washes up very much alive, he seeks out the help of a specialist who has devised a successful method of brain transplantation. But everything goes wrong when a mentally unstable teenage anarchist assassinates the doctor, and Luther Joyce succumbs to having his mind transplanted... into her body! Delving into the taboo topics of race relations, political correctness, gender roles, and orientations. (STAR08011) SC, 7x10, 104pg, b&w $12.95 ***************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A MONKEY JANK by Bob Fingerman This is Bob Fingerman's return to comics with Monkey Jank, a high-spirited, libidinous romp through the post-atomic wastelands. Join Monkey Jank and her zaftig pal, Cleeva DeJoon, as they search for that most rare of breeds: a fully functioning, non-mutated, heterosexual human male! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A HATE JAMBOREE! by Peter Bagge Peter Bagge dishes up this one-of-a-kind one-shot celebrating the 30-issue-run of one of the most successful alternative comic book of the 1990s! This 64-page recap/history/celebration includes a slew of never-before-seen material, including a detailed history by Bagge of the story behind the story of Buddy Bradley and rest of the Hate cast. Hate Jamboree also includes a large array of rare and never-before-seen comics, photos, and illustrations that never appeared in Hate; a complete Bagge bibliography; and a sneak peak into Bagge's future projects. MATURE READERS b&w, 64pg $3.95 ***************** STARS OF THE MONTH STUDS KIRBY: THE VOICE OF AMERICA TP by Peter Bagge In Studs Kirby, drawn in the mid-'80s and originally published in Neat Stuff, Bagge proved himself remarkably prescient by offering a warts-and-nothing-else portrait of a hot headed, alcoholic, right-wing talk-show host. You'll laugh at all the hatred being dosed out by one of Peter Bagge's greatest character creations of all time. (STAR04632) MATURE READERS SC, 112pg $13.95 ZIPPY ANNUAL ANNUALS by Bill Griffith Syndicated since 1986 by King Features, Zippy is read in over 200 newspapers seven days a week. With Zippy Annual (a.k.a. Z2K), all of Griffith's hilarious strips from 1998 and 1999 are collected into one place. Likewise, Zippy Annual 2001 (a.k.a. Z2K1), collects all of Griffith's hilarious strips from 2000 and 2001. MATURE READERS O/A ZIPPY ANNUAL 2000—SC, 8x11, 160pg, PC $19.95 ZIPPY ANNUAL 2001 (STAR14797)—SC, 8x11, 160pg, PC $19.95 BLAB! VOLUMES by Various; edited by Monte Beauchamp Blab! has grown from a digest-sized black-and-white fanzine begun some 10 years ago, to an annual coffee-table showcase event of impeccable production values and master craftsmanship. Volume 9 features: Chris Ware, Spain, Blanquet, Peter Kuper and more! Volume 10 features: Chris Ware, Al Columbia, Drew Friedman and Gary Baseman! Volume 12 features stunning front and back covers by Christian Northeast, as well as a stories by the Clayton Brothers, Northeast, Peter Kuper, Peter Hoey, Lou Brooks, Fred Stonehouse, and Blab! newcomer and DEVO frontman Mark Mothersbaugh, who contributes a four-page color story. MATURE READERS VOL. 9 (STAR07241)—SC, 10x10, 112pg, PC $19.95 VOL. 10 (STAR10473)—SC, 10x10, 112pg, PC $19.95 VOL. 12 (STAR14667)—SC, 10x10, 120pg, PC $19.95 KRAZY AND IGNATZ: THE KOMPLETE KAT KOMICS 1925 & 1926 TP by George Herriman; Designed by Chris Ware This volume reprints Herriman's Sunday strips from 1925 and 1926, containing two full-years. Krazy Kat is a love story, focusing on the relationship of its three main characters. Krazy Kat adored Ignatz Mouse. Ignatz Mouse hated Krazy Kat, the expression of which was in throwing bricks at Krazy's head. Offisa Pup loved Krazy, and sought to protect her, mostly by throwing Ignatz in jail. Each of the characters was ignorant of the other's true motivations. This simple structure allowed Herriman to build entire worlds of meaning into the actions, building thematic depth. This volume picks up where the Eclipse series left off and includes never before collected material. (STAR15695) SC, 8x11, 120pg, b&w $14.95 THE GHOST WORLD SCREENPLAY by Daniel Clowes & Terry Zwigoff Edited and designed by Daniel Clowes, and co-written by Clowes and director Terry Zwigoff, The Ghost World Screenplay is more of a scrapbook of the making of the film than simply a published screenplay. Of course, the 125-page screenplay is included, and is presented as an exact fascimile of the script used by the film's cast and crew. This is the original script as written before filming, and as such includes several scenes and dialogue (over 30 pages of material) not included in the final cut. The script is wrapped around a beautiful original cover by Clowes, as well as a new comic strip on the inside front cover. Also included is a lengthy color section featuring never-before-seen photos and other unique ephemera from the making of the film. (STAR13894) MATURE READERS SC, 144pg, PC $16.95 KING VOLUME 1 TP by Ho Che Anderson Young Black Canadian cartoonist Ho Che Anderson begins his most ambitious project to date, a 200-plus-page biography of slain civil rights leader, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. While not glossing over the man's flaws, King will still be an inspiring and moving tale of how one man changed the world we lived in. (STAR15776) SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $8.95 COMPLEAT CANNON TP by Wally Wood The Compleat Cannon reprints the entirety of legendary cartoonist Wally Wood's classic sex-and-violence secret-agent strip of the late 60s. John Cannon not only has a license to kill, but he's got the nerve to accomplish this and other ugly duties without mercy or remorse. He's the government's most able agent except for one constant challenge — how to maintain his loyalty. (STAR13323) SC, 10x13, 160pg, b&w $19.95 THE COMPLETE CRUMB COMICS VOLUME 7: HOT 'N' HEAVY by Robert Crumb This volume reprints such heavy early-'70s Crumb classics as Mr. Natural #1, Zap #5, and Uneeda, and includes much rare stuff, such as the unused cover for Zap #5, a previously unpublished drawing of Fritz the Cat, and more. Standout story of the collection: "Honeybunch Kaminski, 'The Drug-Crazed Runaway'." (STAR07724) SC, 144pg, PC $18.95 YOUR VIGOR FOR LIFE APPALLS ME: CRUMB LETTERS 1956-1972 by R. Crumb Spanning the most important era of his life, from the painful formative years of his early adolescence to the fame and fortune of his adulthood, this collection of Robert Crumb's personal correspondence sheds light on the artistic development, bitter struggle, and ultimate triumph of the greatest cartoonist of the 20th century. (STAR10508) SC, 6x9, 256pg $14.95 HATE VOLUME 6: BUDDY BITES THE BULLET TP by Peter Bagge Buddy Bites The Bullet is the final arc in the 15-year story of Buddy Bradley, collecting the last five issues of Bagge's legendary comic book series Hate. Could it be that Buddy and his maniacal girlfriend Lisa finally decide to… grow up? Perhaps, but not before they verge toward an utterly hilarious disintegration with a little help from their friends. (STAR13321) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $16.95 MALICIOUS RESPLENDENCE SC by Robert Williams Running 300 pages in a 12" x 12" full-color format, this is one of the best coffee-table art collections of the decade, about one of the most lauded and controversial American painters of the 20th century. The collection features over 200 full-color paintings on glossy paper, extensive biographical information, dozens of rare and never-before-seen photos of the artist and the world around him, and a lengthy introduction by Walter Hopps. (STAR10191) SC, 12x12, 300pg $49.95 PRINCE VALIANT VOLUMES by Hal Foster The stories in these volumes run the length and breadth of Foster's incredible talent and imagination. Volume #21 ("Prisoner of the Khan") covers August '54 through June '55 and the epic trek through Eastern Europe to find Val's father. VOL. 9 (STAR04429)––SC, FC $14.95 VOL. 21 (STAR04553)––SC, 48pg, FC $14.95 SAFE AREA GORAZDE HC by Joe Sacco Safe Area Gorazde is the long awaited and highly sought after 240-page look at war in the former Yugoslavia. Sacco spent five months in Bosnia in 1996, immersing himself in the human side of life during wartime, researching stories that are rarely found in conventional news coverage. The book focuses on the Muslim-held enclave of Gorazde, which was besieged by Bosnian Serbs during the war. Sacco lived for a month in Gorazde, entering before the Muslims trapped inside had access to the outside world, electricity or running water. Introduction by Christopher Hitchens, political columnist. (STAR11624) HC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w $28.95 UNDERWORLD VOLUME 3: INK PUNK TP by Kaz Reprinting another year's worth of strips, consider Underworld a Popeye for post-punks, with more heroin jokes than spinach, and you'll begin to grasp the acerbic satire of Kaz's work. Huge on college campuses and other hip circles, Underworld is the perfect way to attract new readers to comics. (STAR10506) SC, 96pg, b&w $9.95 ******************** Eros Comix MARA, THE SUMMER COUNTRY by Dennis Cramer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $9.95 ELIZABETH BATHORY #1 by Raulo SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 BLOWJOB #4 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 FOOTLICKER #1 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 MENAGE A TROIS #1 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 MARA: CELTIC SHAMANESS #1-8 PACK by Dennis Cramer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x8), b&w $23.60 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE TRAPDOOR SPIDERWOMAN by Roger Wormburper SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 ******************* STARS OF THE MONTH MANGEROTICA GN 1: COUNTDOWN: SEX BOMBS by Hiroyuki Utatane SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) (STAR06415) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 144pg, b&w $19.95 MANGEROTICA GN 2: TEMPTATION by Hiroyuki Utatane SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR062659)(CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 88pg, b&w $14.95 MANGEROTICA GN 5: SUPER TABOO VOLUME 1 by Wolf Ogami SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) (STAR08229) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 144pg, b&w $19.95 MANGEROTICA GN 13: PRINCESS OF DARKNESS by Yuichiro Tanuma SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) (STAR13665) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 184pg, b&w $19.95 EROS GN 14: XXX-WOMEN by Fonteriz SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) (STAR3182) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 120pg, b&w $16.95 **************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A EROS GN 42: GHITA OF ALIZARR by Frank Thorne SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 240pg, b&w $24.95 O/A INSATIABLE GN by Fernando Caretta SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 96pg, b&w $12.95 O/A LUST IN SPACE by Suke Bei & Kono Yaro SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 96pg, b&w $14.95 O/A TECOPA JANE by Molly Kiely SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pg, b&w $10.95 O/A THAT KIND OF GIRL by Molly Kiely SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 88pg, b&w $12.95 O/A THE THORN GARDEN by Wilfred & Meroe Elahi SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 128pg $14.95 O/A TRYX: SLUTS IN SPACE by Matt Howarth SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 96pg, b&w $12.95 O/A VIXXXEN: THE ADVENTURES OF SELEN VOLUME 2 TP by Luca Tarlazzi SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $14.95 O/A VIXXXEN: THE ADVENTURES OF SELEN VOLUME 3 by Luca Tarlazzi SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 48pg, FC $14.95 **************** FINTAN STUDIOS FORGOTTEN #4 by Young, Grealish, Luna, Taylor, & Nolan Clarence Flynn finally discovers the identity of Mindy Flowers' murder, as Nate and Sara pay a visit to Mr. Mystery's home. And this series can only end with two of the most powerful men in Philadelphia finally meeting face to face! MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $2.95 FUNK-O-TRON BATTLE POPE: WRATH OF GOD #3 by Robert Kirkman & Tony Moore The epic conclusion to the most explosive Battle Pope mini yet! Battle Pope's fight with God leads to one of the most unexpected events to ever appear in the book! Nothing can prepare you for this status-quo-changing tale! You will be thrilled, you will be amazed, and you won't believe what you see! Also in this issue, more of the Jesus and Santa team up, because that just cracks Robert up! Also featuring the third chapter of Joe Casey's Immigrant Song. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg (3 of 3) $3.50 FUSEBOX COMICS FUSE #3 When it comes to relationships, not everything is as black-and-white as it seems. Chun Lee's "Desire" is a story about a man in search of a girl who can satisfy his twisted desire. The second feature foresees the all-seeing Orb! The mystical marauder faces challenges from the deep to be rewarded by one heck of a crawfish boil! Created by Larry Guidry. b&w, 32pg $2.99 ********************* See this month's BOOKS SECTION for ZED Volume 1 from Gagné International Press! ********************* GEMSTONE PUBLISHING STARS OF THE MONTH HAKES PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS 4TH EDITION "The Definitive Visual Guide and Checklist" returns with a new edition and power-packed exploration of the phenomenal history of comic character collectibles. Presented in a format larger than The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide with more than 900 pages, this book is the definitive visual guide and checklist for character toys! This edition includes more than 13,000 photo illustrated entries and more than 39,000 prices in 360 unique categories! It's all in here! Toy Story, Uncle Scrooge, Spider-Man, Superman, Small Soldiers, Superhero Resins, Batman, Muhammad Ali, Disneyana, Roy Rogers, Buck Rogers, KISS, Mickey Mouse, The Lone Ranger, Puppet Master, Elvis, The Phantom, X-Men, Charlie Chaplin, The Cisco Kid, Donald Duck, Captain Marvel, Laurel & Hardy, Howdy Doody, Planet of the Apes, MAD, Hopalong Cassidy, Captain America, Toy Guns and more! Many rare and one-of-kind collectibles are included and thousands of new toys have been added since the previous edition! All this and more! (STAR15977) SC $35.00 THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE VOLUME 32 by Robert M. Overstreet The most respected price guide in the business is back! In addition to the traditional features such as pricing, market report, key sales, and numerous other insights into the marketplace, the Overstreet Guide #32 also includes a new look at Superman. Available in the standard softcover format (featuring a Silver Age master Murphy Anderson's recreation of Action #1), or in the big, big spiral-bound format (featuring a Spider-Man cover by Alex Ross). SOFTCOVER (STAR15372) $22.00 BIG BIG (STAR15376) $35.00 TALES OF TERROR! THE EC COMPANION A fitting presentation of one of the most important companies in comics history, this ultimate guide to EC Comics provides a visual checklist, creator index, guidebook and more, with every EC cover reproduced in full color! Also available in a deluxe leatherette edition, slipcased, numbered, and signed by creators Al Williamson, Jack Davis, Joe Orlando, Al Feldstein, and others! HC (STAR11041)—9x12, PC $39.95 SC (STAR15803)—9x12, PC $24.95 THE COMPLETE EC HAUNT OF FEAR SET All 28 issues reprinted in five volumes — another EC hit! (STAR01957) Set (x5), b&w $100.00 *************** GREEN DOOR STUDIOS CUCKOO VOLUME 1 TP by Madison Clell A massive compilation of issues #1-13 of Madison Clell's living-with-multiple-personality comics series Cuckoo, featuring a rare introduction by none other than the famous Dr. "Patch" Adams himself. Cuckoo tells gripping true stories of life as a multiple — tales ranging from the wickedly funny to downright terrifying! Madison's series has already garnered much critical acclaim and support, including a prominent appearance and plug in Andrew Vachss' latest novel Pain Management, to being featured in classroom and school reports of all levels, and is now the subject of an independent documentary film! Cuckoo is truly taking flight as an essential groundbreaking work, and now is the time to catch it! SC, 6x9, 304pg, b&w $13.85 GRIOT ENTERPRISES THE HORSEMEN #3.5 by Jiba Molei Anderson w/Patrick Brower This special issue features two tales, both of which tie into The Horsemen saga. Where did the Orisha come from? What is the prophecy? What happened after Nigeria's destruction? These questions will be answered and more questions will arise as The Horsemen saga unfolds. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 THE HORSEMEN POSTER by Jiba Molei Anderson w/Patrick Brower This beautiful image depicts The Horsemen in full glory. It's a must for any Horsemen fan. Experience the new mythology! MATURE AUDIENCES Poster, 17x22, FC $5.95 HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA #14 by Raab, Garcia, & Palmiotti "The Wilding Sanction" Part 4. When hell erupts, Vampirella must fight to keep her friends alive, get an obnoxious spirit to aid her, destroy the Hexxen before it can be born, and generally save the day. Available with a regular cover by Mike Mayhew, a limited cover by John McCrea, and a photo cover. Limited to 1,500. REG.—FC, 32pg $2.99 LTD.—FC, 32pg $9.95 PHOTO—FC, 32pg $9.95 PANTHA #4 LIMITED PANTHA COVER VAMPIRELLA #10 EDITION by Smith, Texeira, & Brown This is the limited Pantha cover of Vampirella #10 by Nelson. Featuring "Pantha Unleashed" Part 4 written by John Smith, with artwork by Mark Texeria. Also includes "Hungry Ghosts" Part 4 by John Smith and Dawn Brown. FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPIRELLA #4-6 LIMITED MODEL COVER EDITIONS SET by John Smith & Mike Mayhew This set includes all three hard to find limited model photo covers of the "Fear of Mirrors" story arc. Limited to 1,500. Set (x3), FC $29.95 VAMPIRELLA #1 PLATINUM FOIL COMMEMORATIVE EDITION by Various Limited edition of 1,000! The original Vampirella #1 reprinted for the first time in its entirety, using the original film from 1969! This 64-page magazine features the first appearance of Vampirella and is replicated to the exact specifications as the original. Features a platinum foil enhanced cover. b&w, 64pg $19.95 VAMPIRELLA MONTHLY #1: ASCENDING EVIL GOLD EDITION by Morrison, Millar, Conner, & Palmiotti From the vault of Vampirella, Vampirella Monthly #1 gold edition features Grant Morrison and Mark Millar's first collaboration writing Vampirella. This collectible is limited to exactly 500 copies and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. b&w $19.95 VAMPIRELLA: SAD WING PIN-UP SET by Various From the vault of Vampirella, this rare set includes the impossible to find classic Sad Wings of Destiny and the very first Vampirella pin-up special. Sad Wings of Destiny features a unique pin-up style format featuring art by Gary Frank, Amanda Conner, Alan Davis, Jim Silke, Michael Blair, Jimmy Palmiotti, Caesar, Mark Beachum, and more! Features a stunning virgin cover painted by Joe Jusko on a heavy stock cover. The Vampirella Pin-Up Special #1 features art by Adam Hughes, Jose Gonzalez, Ed McGuiness, and many more. Set $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPIRELLA VOLUME 1: NOWHERESVILLE TP by Mark Millar & Mike Mayhew Comics' sexiest heroine is back, and she's never been better! Mark Millar — the creative genius behind Ultimate X-Men and The Authority, brings Vampirella into the 21st Century. Joining him is new Vampirella artist Mike Mayhew. This trade paperback collects Vampirella #1-3, featuring the critically acclaimed "Nowheresville" story arc. Also included is an interview with the writer, a cover gallery, and a photo spread of the new Vampirella model. (STAR15763) SC, 7x10, 88pg, FC $12.95 ***************** HEAVY METAL AZPIRI SKETCHBOOK MASS MARKET HC Azpiri is back with the graphic novel Wet Dreams II. This issue also features the continuation of "Fistful of Blood" by Simon Bisley and Kevin Eastman, "Wrestling Wars" by Simon Bisley, cover by Alex Horley, and much more! HC $19.95 HEAVY METAL JANUARY 2003 The fantasy comic for adults, paralleled by none. All the over-the-top graphic sci-fi/fantasy madness you always expect in each and every issue of Heavy Metal. New short stories by some of Europe's greatest masters of modern fantasy and science fiction comics. MATURE READERS Magazine $5.99 HEAVY METAL: "ONE STEP BEYOND" T-SHIRT Show the world you're taking your graphic fiction to the next level with this Heavy Metal logo t-shirt featuring the phrase, "One Step Beyond." (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 HEAVY METAL: SH*T THE DOG "SURF'S UP" T-SHIRT "Surf's Up" with this black t-shirt featuring Sh*t the Dog by Simon Bisley! (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 STARS OF THE MONTH HEAVY METAL: ALFONZO AZPIRI'S WET DREAMS HC In his latest collection of short stories, Alfonzo Azpiri has been inspired by "The Thousand and One Nights," the Middle Ages, and the far future, all rendered in the sensual style that he has made all his own! (STAR13260) MATURE READERS HC, FC $14.95 HEAVY METAL LORNA LEVIATAN AZPIRI HC Join Lorna as she encounters endless adventures while trying to save her friends from doom! (STAR11229) (CAUT: 4) HC, FC $14.95 LORNA AND HER ROBOT TP by Alfonso Azpiri SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR09579) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, FC $10.95 LORNA MOUSE CLUB by Alfonso Azpiri SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR13267) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, FC $14.95 REFLECTIONS BY AZPIRI HC A collection of stories from Alfonzo Azpiri, the artist who brought us the Lorna Mouse Club, Lorna and her Robot, Leviathan, and Wet Dreams. (STAR12578) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, FC $14.95 ****************** HIPPY COMIX OFFERED AGAIN O/A CHERRY DELUXE #1 by Welz, Gaiman, Hempel, & Murray SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $4.00 O/A CHERRY #20 by Larry Welz w/Jorge Pacheco SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 O/A CHERRY #21 by Larry Welz, Mark Bodé, & Jorge Pacheco SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 ********************** HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING THE INCAL #13 by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Moebius A new and more dangerous chapter in John Difool's life unfolds as the series begins to reprint the material originally seen in the U.S. in the Epic version of The Incal. Witness Jodorowsky and Moebius at their best as John continues to prove that his luck can always get worse. Also, you've seen him in the pages of Incal before, but now John will come face-to-face with The Metabraon! This issue features a master re-coloring by Valerie Beltran that truly enhances this already classic story. (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 INCAL VOLUME 1: ORPHAN OFF THE CITY SHAFT TP by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov; cover by Ladronn Coinciding with the return of Moebius to the series, this volume allows readers to catch up on John Difool's history, witness the very beginnings of a story that is considered to be one of the best comics in the world. The tale begins with young John Difool, as he tries to survive riots and poverty in the days before the Presidential Cloning. It is here that John must learn to be his own man, as he is slowly drawn into events of cosmic proportions. Collects issues #1-6 of the series. (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS SC, 151pg, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MEMORIES OF OUTER SPACE HC by Enki Bilal Taken from 1974-1977, these science fiction stories are from the beginning of Enki Bilal's career, and show a very interesting evolution in his style. Memories of Outer Space contains eight stories all written and illustrated by Bilal. Fans of Bilal's work on Nikopol Tripolgy, Dormant Beast, The Town that Didn't Exist, and other Humanoids books, will be blown over by this very diverse and insightful gathering of his work. (STAR15381) MATURE READERS HC $15.95 SHIP OF STONE HC by Enki Bilal & Pierre Christin The Grand Large property developers are planning to build a large resort by Trehoet Castle and the tiny fishing village that lies by its shores. As the fishermen begin to realize the problems this poses to their life, the developers find out that the occupant who lives in the castle is the greatest danger. The castle is of great importance to the town's ancestry, and the old man who lives there will stop at nothing to keep it from being demolished. When the town's people learn of this protector, they are able to finally rally against the greedy developers. STAR15380) HC, 60pg, FC $14.95 ************************ ICARUS PUBLISHING A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY COMIC #5 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 64pg $4.99 IDW PUBLISHING MAGE KNIGHT: STOLEN DESTINY #1 by Todd Dezago & David Cabrera; cover by J. Scott Campbell & Alen Garner Based on the wildly popular collectible miniatures game, Mage Knight: Stolen Destiny brings the world of Mage Knight alive in an exciting five-issue comic book mini-series! As the three factions of magic battle for control of the Lands, prophecy reveals a possible champion who holds the power to unite kingdoms and tip the balance of power. But before the unwitting boy's training is complete, he is abducted by forces far more mysterious than those he will one day unite! Featuring cover art by J. Scott Campbell and Alex Garner (reunited for the first time since Danger Girl)! Art by David Cabrera, story by Todd Dezago based on a plot by Mage Knight creator Jordan Weisman! Each copy of Mage Knight: Stolen Destiny #1 includes a coupon that can be redeemed for an exclusive, limited edition Mage Knight figure based on the comic book character, Maren'Kar! FC, 32pg (1 of 5) $3.50 GUNS, DRUGS, AND MONSTERS: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY by Steve Niles & Ashley Wood Cal McDonald and Mo'Lock are back in the sequel to Savage Membrane, and this time they're in Los Angeles and up to their nostrils in monsters and trouble! It will take more then a bottle of hooch and a loaded .45 to get Cal out of this mess. Written by Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) and illustrated by award-winning artist, Ashley Wood (Popbot, Automatic Kafka). Guns, Drugs, And Monsters is a hyperactive mixture of hard-boiled mystery, horror, and comedy, written in a fast-paced style that readers of all genres will enjoy! (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 200pg, b&w $15.99 30 DAYS OF NIGHT #3 by Steve Niles & Ben Templesmith It all comes down to this! Eben and Stella face the final challenge against the vampire horde, but this time Eben has an edge — or does he? Be there for horror of the final days of night! 30 Days Of Night is written by Steve Niles (I Am Legend, Fused!) and illustrated by Ben Templesmith (Hellspawn). Cover by Ashley Wood. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 WYNONNA EARP TP by Beau Smith, Pat Lee, Joyce Chin, & Mark Irwin Collecting the long sold-out Wynonna Earp mini-series, this exciting story melds the legend of an Old West gunslinger with the modern world of monsters. It doesn't matter if you're a vampire, zombie, or werewolf — if you break the law, you'll have to deal with her law! Sharp as a wooden stake, faster than a speeding silver bullet, and sexier than a supermodel, Wynonna Earp protects the world from the things we don't want to admit exist. The sorority of Dark Angel, Buffy, and Charlie's Angels has just crowned a new queen — Wynonna Earp! Written and created by Beau Smith (Star Wars Tales) and illustrated by Joyce Chin and comics' hottest artist, Pat Lee (Transformers)! Cover by David Cabrera. SC, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $17.99 INSIGHT STUDIOS GROUP STARS OF THE MONTH UNIVERSITY2: THE ANGRY YEARS NEW EDITION by Frank Cho Everyone who read Liberty Meadows in newspapers around the world will want to get their hands on this raw, uncensored college strip original, and this edition features new covers and additional strips. (STAR09773) SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 GRAY MORROW: VISIONARY HC Beginning with his early science fiction cover paintings for pulps, digests and paperback books, Morrow set a new higher standard for detail, technique, and design. His designs and posters for motion pictures were often more exciting than the films they promoted, and with an incredible run of over 100 cover paintings, he helped to define our vision of the sci-fi heroes. Gray Morrow: Visionary presents a huge sampling of his very best paintings, illustrations, comics, and personal works in a high- quality art book. This book brims with color and even includes a complete Buck Rogers story, fully painted by Gray! With foil- stamped covers, fine color reproduction, and sewn binding, this is an art book that you need to own! (STAR13896) HC, 9x12, 96pg, PC $29.95 IS ART: THE ART OF INSIGHT STUDIOS HC by Gross, Cho, Hempel, Wheatley, & Various This coffee table book brims with the best from artists of Liberty Meadows, Hammer of the Gods, Sandman, Titanic Tales, Breathtaker, and Heavy Metal. For 20 years, the artists of Insight Studios have been creating fabulous artwork and illustrations for comic books, paperback books, illustrated books, newspapers, magazines, advertising, and even gallery showings of fine art. REG. (STAR13220)––HC, 12x9, 112pg, FC $29.95 O/A LIMITED ED.––HC, 12x9, 112pg, FC $49.95 ***************** IRONCAT THE VAMPIRE DAHLIA VOLUME 1 GN by Narumi Kakinouchi October is the prime month for dark creatures of the night, and Narumi Kakinouchi brings you the loveliest vampire of them all... Vampire Dahlia! Living by day as a mysterious exchange student in Japan, Dahlia is searching for the reincarnated soul of her vampire lover, Ranan. But time is running short for our beautiful vampire, when a young man appears, a fellow exchange student from England, who resembles Dahlia's long-lost love. Has Ranan's spirit finally returned? Will Dahlia's desires of eternal love in Ranan's arms be fulfilled? SC, 200pg, b&w $16.95 THE VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 5 #2 This month's issue is one of discovery, contemplation, and revelation, as more hints at the past come to light. Why did Shiki drop Yui by this lake initially? What is his connection to Madoka, the girl whose body hosts the evil spirit Jagiri? And will Nagi finally discover where Yui sleeps? Read this issue and your answers may be answered! b&w, 32pg $2.95 YOU & ME VOLUME 1 #4 Remember the bit of a scuffle Yuu got into last issue with a bunch of school punks? Well, it looks like they're back for more, and this time the readers get to see some action! There's more to the mild-mannered Yuu than anyone could ever imagine! Maybe living with a bunch of ghosts isn't so strange for him after all... b&w, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH VAMPIRE PRINCESS YUI VOLUME 1 TP by Narumi Kakinouchi From esteemed artist Narumi Kakinouchi, who brought you New Vampire Miyu, comes the gothic tale of Vampire Princess Yui, a young half-human/half-vampire who does not yet understand her fate. Yui has been sick for some time and doesn't know why. It turns out that it is because of her cravings… for blood. Join Yui as she learns of her vampiric heritage, her relation for the vampire Miyu, and the mysterious Nagi, a young man who is not quite human himself… (STAR14078) SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $17.95 NEW VAMPIRE PRINCESS MIYU VOLUME 2 GN Attention Miyu fans! The second volume of the original Miyu saga hits the shelves in April! Just like the first novel, this one will continue the tradition of preserving the original Japanese artwork, reading from right to left. Now that Miyu has explored her past and has come to accept her place in the human world, she continues her quest hunting stray Shinma. Marvel at the beautiful artwork as Miyu faces new enemies, discovering mermaids, possessed dolls, and a man with a pair of wings! (STAR15818) SC, 216pg, b&w $17.95 ******************* Sexy Fruit EDEN VOLUME 1 #4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 HEARTCORE #1 by Protonsaurus SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 9 #7 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 JAY COMPANY COMICS MICRONAUTS 2002 CONVENTION PREVIEW SIGNED & NUMBERED SKETCH EDITION by Scott Wherle, Eric Wolfe, Dave Johnson, Tone Rodriguez, & Various Retro-nostalgia is back once again with this new series from Image Comics and the hit comic Micronauts! Devil's Due artists Eric Wolfe and Josh Baylock provide original sketch drawings of the characters of these special editions. All copies come signed and numbered with a Certificate of Authenticity. b&w, 22pg MSRP: $59.99 TOMB RAIDER JOURNEYS #1 LIMITED WIZARD WORLD CHICAGO 2002 EDITION by Fiona Avery, Drew Johnson, & Andy Park Jay Company presents a new line of micro premium editions! Fresh from its debut at the 2002 Wizard World Chicago, Tomb Raider Journeys #1 is packaged with a brand-new black-and-white cover, with art by Andy Park. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 500. Also available signed. REG.—FC, 32pg MSRP: $19.99 SGN.––FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) MSRP: $24.99 WITCHBLADE #51 WIZARD WORLD CHICAGO 2002 LIMITED EDITION by Paul Jenkins, Brian Ching, & Billy Tan Fresh from its debut at Wizard World Chicago, Witchblade #51 is packaged with a brand-new black-and-white cover, with art by Billy Tan. Limited to 500 copies, every book comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and bagged and boarded. Also available signed. REG.––FC, 32pg MSRP: $19.99 SGN.––FC, 32pg (CAUT:2 ) MSRP: $24.99 WITCHBLADE VOLUME 2: REVELATIONS TP TURNER SIGNED & NUMBERED EDITION by Christina Z., David Wohl, & Michael Turner The Witchblade saga continues in this fan-favorite story arc, Revelations. Through a special promotion from Jay Company Comics, this Witchblade trade paperback comes signed and individually numbered by superstar artist Michael Turner, with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) SC, 223pg, FC MSRP: $24.99 KENZER & COMPANY KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #72 "You Are What You Defeat"—Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic book on the subject of games and gamers. Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, Sara may play different characters in different games, their essential characteristics and hilarious interactions always shine through whatever roles they're playing. In addition to the comics, KoDT features articles about and for gamers from a gamer's perspective. b&w, 96pg $3.99 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BLACK AND WHITE #4 by Jeff Limke & Rod Pereira Tinélith and her band of adventurers continue to flee from their royal pursuers when they are attacked by a band of fearsome bandits. Or are they? Random events begin to fall into place as the group begins to question whether or not they are even in control of their destiny. Don't miss this incredible new series! b&w, 32pg (4 of 6) $2.99 HACKMASTERS OF EVERKNIGHT VOLUME 1: ULTIMATE HACKMASTERS TP by Manny Vega The fate of the Kingdom lies upon the Heroes of Hack… get out while you still can! But before you go, pick up this special trade paperback collection of HackMasters of Everknight #1-5! Now that the new Everknights series has begun, it's the perfect opportunity to catch up on the chaos and see how the "Heroes of Hack" got their start! This handy new, long-lasting format makes the perfect addition to any fan's bookshelf! SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $13.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED #15 by Mark Plemmons & Brendon and Brian Fraim Knuckles held captive by the thieves' guild! What to do? Simple: hold a tryout for new members! Join El Ravager, Zayre, and Teflon Billy as the tryouts begin. But will any of them survive "The Temp?" And just who is that mysterious old man lurking in the shadows? Don't miss the prequel to the event that will change Zayre's life forever! Or at least for an issue or two... b&w, 24pg $2.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED VOLUME 1: OVERKILL TP by Aaron Williams & Brendon and Brian Fraim Join the misadventures of Knuckles, El Ravager, Zayre, and Teflon Billy as they wreak havoc with their unique brand of heroics in this special trade paperback, collecting issues #1-5 of the fan-favorite series! Catch up with the fun in these laugh- filled stories of the "Untouchable Trio" (Plus One) in a new, handy and long-lasting format. If you missed these books the first time around, now's your chance to get in on the action! SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $13.99 SPACEHACK #1 by Doug Curtis All-New! You've begged! You've pleaded! Now the beloved SpaceHack strips you've seen in the Knights of the Dinner Table become a story of their own! Join the ongoing mission of Captain Queeze and his intrepid (and more than a little insane) crew in this amazingly funny three-issue mini-series! b&w, 24pg (1 of 3) $2.99 TONY DIGEROLAMO'S THE TRAVELERS #18 by Tony DiGerolamo, Moreno, & Dunn This is it! The match-up you've been waiting for! Richard "The Young" Lancaster versus Sgt. Tariff "Dragonslayer" Staff! Richard has youth, speed, and Princess Chastity as a hostage. Tariff has experience, strength, and his amazing propensity for pomposity! Can Tariff save the princess and win back his title? It all comes down to this! The battle royal for the royal brat! The brawl in the feasting hall! The malice in the palace! Get your tickets now for "The Hassle in the Castle!" Bi-monthly. b&w, 32pg $2.99 KIM-REHR PRODUCTIONS TUESDAY #1 by Henrik Rehr Henrik Rehr, cartoonist of the syndicated strip Ferd'nand, lives a block from Ground Zero in New York City. Tuesday is his gripping eyewitness account of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center; the subsequent evacuation, and the frantic search for his son, who went missing in the chaos and confusion that horrible day. b&w, 24pg (1 of 2) $2.95 LAST GASP THE ART OF VON DUTCH by Doug Nason The Art of Von Dutch is the definitive collection of the hot rod master's work. Filled with tons of color plates, the book is a must-have for gearheads and those who appreciate car culture. Hot rod fans around the world will be thrilled to pick up a copy of the only book dedicated solely to the art of Von Dutch. In the ten years following his death, enthusiasts have gone into a frenzy snapping up samples of his work. The Art of Von Dutch contains the most complete collection of his work. (0-86719- 562-2) MATURE READERS SC, 9x11 $24.95 THE LOWBROW ART OF ROBERT WILLIAMS NEW PRINTING by Robert Williams This book, the first one featuring the amazing artwork of Robert Williams, has been unavailable for many years. Copies when found command big prices from collectors. The book contains an overview of Williams's early work until 1979. T-shirt designs, comics, posters, and oil paintings are accompanied by a text commenting them and introducing Mr. Williams to the public. (0-8671941-8-9) MATURE READERS SC $24.95 VIEWS FROM A TORTURED LIBIDO ROBERT WILLIAMS NEW PRINTING by Robert Williams A collection of 60 of Williams' paintings; Hot rods, monsters, girls in bikinis and taco stands are among the prominent elements. "The chromatic chaos disseminated by Robert Williams in this multimedia book is about as masterful as it can get in the wood-pulp page-trade. Heisenberg's Sur-Realities involved continual change and self-determined subjective, bizarre singularities. Heisenberg learned this from Robert Williams. So who deserves the Nobel Prize?"—Dr. Timothy Leary, from the Introduction. (0-8671939-9-9) MATURE READERS SC $24.95 STAR OF THE MONTH RICK GRIFFIN SC Rick Griffin was one of the most influential artists to emerge from the late '60s San Francisco art scene. His poster art and comix are descended from dada and surrealism, but take unique life in representation of surf culture, psychedelic realities, and religious experience. This book covers the span of Griffin's career and is an excellent retrospective of the work of this magnificent artist. Griffin illustrated top flight album covers for classic rock acts including the Grateful Dead. (STAR15908) SC, 8x11, 96pg $24.95 ********************* Priaprism Press SEX ATTACK SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (0-86719-559-2) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROBERT CRUMB'S ZAP COMIX NEW PRINTINGS #0-3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL ZAP COMIX #0 $2.95 ZAP COMIX #1 $2.95 ZAP COMIX #2 $3.95 ZAP COMIX #3 $3.95 **************************** LONE STAR PRESS EX PARTE #2 by B. Williams, Turnbull, & Sever Ex Parte is Lone Star Press' series of self-contained, single-issue stories about a lawyer who specializes in defending the people who live life behind a mask. Alan Adams is a professor at a sleepy little college in upstate New York. What could Janine Porter possibly want with him? And how does she know all about his alter-egos, Manimal and The American Athlete? Alan wants answers, but Janine is more curious about his career and his personal life. As reality shifts and bends around them, Janine goads Alan into revealing the secret behind his inauspicious 'retirement.' A new twist on an old hero, "Big Man on Campus" is written by Bill Williams, with artwork by Coy Turnbull and Russ Sever. Cover by Turnbull and Williams. FC, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A EX PARTE #1 by B. Williams, Turnbull, & Sever "OUT OF YOUR ELEMENT"—When Commander Krug invades the surface world, he and his aquatic troops surface in New York City and destroy a skyscraper. Now, he needs legal representation. His plea? It was an act of war! How can Janine Porter defend her unrepentant client when she knows he's guilty? FC, 32pg $2.95 *********************** MANUSCRIPT PRESS MODESTY BLAISE IN LIVE BAIT by Peter O'Donnell and Romero Three complete Modesty Blaise stories: "Samantha and the Cherub," "Milord," and "Live Bait." Color cover by Tom Yeates. SC, 8x11, 100pg, b&w $19.95 MEATHAUS COMICS GETTING THE SEX OUT OF THE WAY by Manning, Stardog, Telgemeier, & Loux Several of the award-winning Meathaus artists collaborate with Justice League Adventures writer Matthew K. Manning in this new 22-page story. A militant facial tissue company spies on civilians without their knowledge. The question: What makes America cry? Would people need more tissues? See people make decisions about their relationships — or lack thereof. Cover by Farel Dalrymple of Pop Gun War fame. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.50 ******************** MID-WEST COMIC COMPANY FATHOM #1 EXCLUSIVE TURNER SIGNED BLUE FOIL COVER EDITION This limited edition Royal Blue Foil alternate cover by Michael Turner features Fathom, Witchblade, and Tomb Raider posing like Charlie's Angels. Comes bagged and boarded. FC MSRP: $24.99 MIRAGE STUDIOS TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #6 April gets some bad news. The Turtles and the Foot mix it up. And Splinter's in somebody's crosshairs! Color cover. Bi- monthly. b&w, 40pg $2.95 MOONSTONE BOOKS VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE CALEBROS GN by Edwards, Marrinan, & Roberts This is the next volume in a series of one-shots based in the noir universe of White Wolf's Vampire: The Masquerade! Calebros, Camarilla Prince of New York, finds his crown to be a heavy one. Distracted by his ennui, he fails to see the Sabbat's claws dig deeper into his city. Polonia, the deposed Lasombra archbishop, enlists powerful Antitribu Vampires to bring down the current regime. Still other Kindred appear — their allegiances unknown! When blood begins to flow, and bodies burn, who will be left with their fangs in the Big Apple. Squarebound. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $5.95 WORLD OF DARKNESS COMPENDIUM VOLUME 1: VAMPIRES AND WEREWOLVES by Various Marking their first anniversary, Moonstone offers up Halloween fare for any kind of bloody reading tastes! This book is the perfect primer to White Wolf's World of Darkness noir universe, as well as having plenty of cool reading for the experienced White Wolf enthusiast! This volume includes the critically acclaimed Vampire: The Masquerade—Toreador (by Rafeal Nieves, Vince Locke, & Paul Mounts), Werewolf: The Apocalypse—Black Furies (by Joe Gentile and Eddy Newell), and Vampire: The Masquerade—Theo Bell (by Bryan Edwards, Mike Reynolds, Chris Marrinan, & Paul Mounts). This one almost has too much in it for one book! Moonstone's first trade paperback is offered at a special anniversary price! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 152pg, FC $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: BECKETT GN by Mike Reynolds & Greg Scott From war-torn Europe to modern day Berlin, the vampire Beckett follows the trail of two important clues that may solve the mysteries of The Book of Nod. Hot on his tracks, however, are the unearthly sadist Sascha and Marie, a mortal Hunter whose past encounter with Beckett has turned her hatred for him into an "undying" obsession! Beckett, the "Indiana Jones" of the sleep-all-day set, is surely up for any adventure… but he will find that his temper and arrogance are his greatest foes! Mike Reynolds (Theo Bell) and Greg Scott (Marvel's Sabretooth) kick this puppy into high gear! Cover by Guy Davis and Vince Locke. (STAR15819) (0-9712937-3-2) MATURE READERS FC, 48pg $6.95 ********************** NBM BONEYARD #8 by Richard Moore As Paris gets to know Roxanne Allen, the wealthy real estate developer who just might have the answer to his financial problems, Abbey frets over just how close they're getting. And it doesn't help when the first rift appears between Paris and Abbey. But the big news is Glump's scheme to pay off Paris' tax debt: publishing a swimsuit issue of their very own Lovely Ladies of the Boneyard! Of course, everyone knows Glump always has a sinister secret agenda, but the guys don't care — they can¹t wait to see the swimsuit issue! Quarterly. b&w, 24pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BONEYARD VOLUME 1 TP by Richard Moore Michael Paris has inherited a plot in the remote town of Raven Hollow. As he arrives, he gets to find out what a doozie that is. He's basically inherited a cemetery that the villagers want razed! Why? It's haunted with apparently frightening creatures putting a curse on the whole town! But when Paris actually gets to meet some of the denizens of his inherited headache, it turns out they ain't all that bad (the vamp, in fact, is quite cute) and maybe the evil is not where it may seem. Collects the first four- issue story arc of this best-selling series. (STAR15834) MATURE READERS SC, 8x12, 96pg, b&w $12.95 ***************** ODDBALLZ #4 by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet The kid geniuses Astronauts of the Future get the shock of their little lives in the unexpected twist in the conclusion of their first adventure! And McConey also wraps his adventure with that overly cushy job he got. Digging a bit deeper, he uncovers ugly truths that put his life on the line! Omigod! McConey actually steeped in suspense! Bimonthly. b&w $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ODDBALLZ #1-3 by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet A bimonthly comic from a new generation of slightly unhinged cartoonists with no respect for adulthood! McConey rabbit is a trip! Also, meet Martina and Gil, two precocious genius children convinced the world is filled with robots or aliens, including their parents. Oddballz is a slightly goofy, totally addictive comic! Bimonthly. b&w $2.95Ea. ******************** CITIES OF THE FANTASTIC: THE INVISIBLE FRONTIER GN by Francois Schuiten & Benoit Peeters Even before fully finishing his degree, the brilliant young Roland is offered a job in the Center for Cartography of Sodrovno- Voldachia. He climbs the ladder rapidly. Roland, who must, like his colleagues, live almost like a recluse within the huge center, meets a mysterious young woman whose body seems covered with strange lines which he can barely perceive. Soon, the Center is visited by Marshal Radisic, supreme leader of the country, whose expansionist politics leave little doubt as to the goal: all means will be employed to rebuild the "Great Sodrovnia." HC, 9x12, 64pg, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CITIES OF THE FANTASTIC: BRUSEL by Francois Schuiten & Benoit Peeters Nominated for an Eisner in the "Best penciller/inker" category. Mr. Abeels runs a flower shop about to enter modernity: imagine, through the miracle of plastics, flowers that never fade! His novelty is snatched up by the ambitious city planners of an all-new Brusel. No more lack of hygiene! No more dusty old buildings! All is razed and enormous new skyscrapers are erected at blistering speed! Never mind the disruptions and uprootings of people's lives. (STAR14154) HC, 9x12, 120pg, FC $19.95 CAGES HC COLLECTION by Dave McKean Dave McKean, famous for Arkham Asylum and his covers for Sandman, presents a highly allegorical tale of the dwellers of an apartment building. They each have their own lives, their own takes on life and these intertwine and relate inevitably to each other in ways that make life's mystery. Running in parallel lines or tangentially, the differing lives each have their own tale to tell under the magic spin of McKean's brilliant imagery and story-telling. It's about a blocked painter, a controversial novelist, and a wise musician. It may be about God, about Jazz, about sex, but also about creativity and artistic fulfillment. (STAR15835) MATURE READERS HC, 9x12, 496pg, FC $50.00 TO AFGHANISTAN AND BACK HC by Ted Rall The world's first "Instant Graphic Novel!" When U.S. bombs started raining on the Taliban, Rall didn't just watch it on TV –– he jumped on a plane straight to the war zone to get the real story for himself. But the only cartoonist to go to Afghanistan got more than he bargained for, way more than his previous gut-wrenching trip deep up the legendary Silk Road. Within days of arriving, armed men were hunting down journalists to murder and rob them. Waving funnies didn't help. (STAR15920) HC, 6x9, 112pg, b&w $15.95 ******************** THE MODEL GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x13, 80pg, FC $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH LOLITA VOLUMES 1-3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VOL. 1 (STAR02931)—SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $10.95 VOL. 2 (STAR02932)—SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $10.95 VOL. 3 (STAR06115)—SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 ******************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A LOLITA VOLUME 4 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $9.95 ******************** NEKO PRESS WILDFLOWER: VOLUME 1: BEGINNINGS TP Re-mastered, re-lettered, and better the second time around. Take a journey to a world where dinosaurs roam the land, and kings and queens rule it. It is a world of wizards and magic. And a warrior princess that kicks major buttocks. Collecting the out-of-print 1997 Wildflower series. If you missed it the first time, now is your chance to read the completed back issues. This volume contains all the new re-mastered tones, and an introduction by Kevin Eastman. SC, 112pg, b&w $14.99 NEKO PRESS STARTER PACK by Various This pack contains three random issues from some of the hot titles from Neko Press. This sampler is designed to give retailers and readers a chance to get familiar with the new titles. Best of all, each pack comes with one signed comic by one of the artist and writers. Collectible and a good read all in one! Pack $8.99 NEW DIMENSION COMICS BATMAN & ME BOB KANE SIGNED EDITION by Bob Kane Uncirculated and direct from the Eclipse Comics archives! Signed by the late Batman creator Bob Kane! Originally, 2,500 copies were autographed at $100 in 1989. Few remain and allocations may occur! HC, 8x11, FC $150.00 THE HOBBIT LIMITED SIGNED & NUMBERED EDITION Limited Edition Hardcover in a cloth-covered presentation box with tip-in plate signed and numbered by the writer and artist! This beautiful, gold-etched package comes directly from the Eclipse archives. Originally, 600 were produced at $125.00 in 1990, but only a fraction of that run now remain for this special offering! This J.R.R. Tolkien treasure arrives just in time for the next Lord of the Rings film installment and the holidays. Allocations may occur. HC, 7x10, FC $199.00 NEW ENGLAND COMICS TICK & ARTIE #2 by Anonymous; Cover by Tick creator Ben Edlund Tick & Artie take the night off to celebrate their victory over the villainous Terror-Fly! What seems to be a fun evening of dining and dancing suddenly turns into a night of mistaken identity and major league confrontation! Who is "The Dancing Fool" and why should Tick be so concerned? NEC originally ran these strips on their website and now collects them into a real, live hard copy! But of course there's more! They've added new, unpublished pages to the storyline; a new Tick & Artie: The Untold Tales two-page story, and a new "The High Cog Speaks" text page! The High Cog demonstrates the lengths he's going to in tracking down the Tick & Artie artist known only as "Anonymous!" What more would you want? FC, 32pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE TICK'S BIG HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 2001 by Clay & Susan Griffith, & Dave Garcia This is the third installment of The Tick's popular Halloween special! And it's in full-color! 2001's scary-day story is extra- special, as it features a scene-stealing guest star: Man-Eating Cow! Everybody's favorite carnivorous bovine confronts her own arch-nemesis: Mad Cow! Can Man-Eating Cow confront the threat of Mad Cow!? Can The Tick avoid getting caught in the middle of this bovine banquet of horror?! Cover by Sean Wang. FC, 32pg $3.95 O/A THE TICK'S BIG HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 2000 by Griffith, Crate, & Toyoshima It's Halloween Day in The City, and The Tick and Arthur are shopping for a pumpkin to carve into a jack-o-lantern. Much to their shock, they discover that the local farmstand has been overrun with living pumpkins! These sinister jack-o-lanterns pull their roots out of the ground, grin sinisterly, and crawl about attacking the good citizens of The City! They want a leader… and there just happens to be a prized 500-pound pumpkin on display at the Annual Tri-County Fair! Can The Tick and Arthur stop these melons of menace? And what of the U.S.D.A. Extension Agent? Will he help or hinder our heroes? Find out in "The Orange Teeth of Horror!" b&w, 32pg $3.50 ********************** NINTH CIRCLE STUDIOS SONAMBULO GHOST OF A CHANCE For years the luch-detective has peered into the dreams of others. Now, in this new issue, Rafael Navarro gives us a glimpse at the man behind the mask! A haunting tale of life, death, and redemption. Can Sonambulo grapple and conquer his private demons in time to confront the specter of his own haunted past, or does he stand a ghost of a chance? b&w, 56pg $5.00 OLIO PRESS CASTLE WAITING #16 Chess' injury takes him to visit Dr. Fell; Jain gets advice about decorating her new room from the handmaidens, while Rackham contemplates moving himself. Plus, a visit with Jain's creepy sisters and the always loveable Tylo. b&w, 24pg $2.95 ONI PRESS BLUE MONDAY: DEAD MAN'S PARTY by Chynna Clugston-Major It's time to spend the spookiest holiday with Bleu and the kids, and do Halloween Blue Monday-style! It's one of the gang's famous parties, with costumes galore and plenty of punch and pie. Only this time they've brought their scariest stories with them. Mimicking the famous night where Mary and Percy Shelley and Lord Byron challenged one another to a fright fest, ultimately resulting in Frankenstein, the Fresburger hooligans see who can put the greatest fear into their friends. But do they know that the scariest specter of all has yet to reveal itself? That's right! The Jesus Heads are back! This all-new one-shot is another slice of the mad mind of Chynna Clugston-Major, the multiple Harvey and Eisner Award-nominee! Plus, an all-new ghostacular back cover by Nocturnals creator Dan Brereton, dressing the gang in ghoulish Brereton-style costumes! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 KISSING CHAOS: NONSTOP BEAUTY #1 by Arthur Dela Cruz The second series of the award-nominated, critically acclaimed phenomenon of 2001: Kissing Chaos! Ashley is a member of a subversive, underground collective of artists who are making plans to set off an anarchic social explosion in a big way. Or, at least, that's Ashley's plan… until her e-mail lights up with a strange file from her friend Angela. It's a mysterious list of names that she soon discovers is worth a fair amount on the black market… leading her to set up a meeting with a questionable stranger. But will it bring her to the attention of the wrong kind of people? And are her efforts as doomed as the romance that seems to be blooming amongst her peers? Skinwalker's Arthur Dela Cruz returns to the comic that unleashed him upon the world! Kissing Chaos: Nonstop Beauty is an all-new journey through the dark corners of disorder. It's a perfect time to step outside the lines! Digest sized. MATURE READERS Digest, 24pg, b&w (1 of 4) $2.95 POUNDED TP by Brian Wood & Steve Rolston In a city filled with trust-fund babies and armchair revolutionaries, Heavy Parker rules the punk scene as a benevolent dictator. He sings lead in a local hardcore band; He puts out 'zines, pseudo-revolutionary material, and flypost propaganda about town. It's good to be king. Or at least it is until Missy, Heavy's girlfriend, goes away for college. How can a guy like Heavy be expected to handle a long-distance romance? Short answer: He can't. Missy is out of sight and Heavy's mind is already drifting towards his next sexual conquest. (A king can't be expected to live without a queen!) But can he maintain his throne when Missy returns, reborn as a true NYC punk and pissed as all hell? Can Heavy survive a true group of hardcores invading his turf, or will he just wind up Pounded? This new trade paperback collects the critically acclaimed three-issue mini-series by Brian Wood (Couscous Express, Channel Zero) and Steve Rolston (Queen & Country, Mek). Digest sized. MATURE READERS Digest, 88pg, b&w $8.95 ONE PLUS ONE #2 by Neal Shaffer & Daniel Krall Eddie's a cardshark. He likes dangerous games where the stakes are high — where you can lose as big as you win, and when you win, it's especially sweet. His on-the-edge lifestyle worries Celeste, who would prefer he have a more stable job, something with less risks. And since Eddie loves Celeste, he's willing to make the change. He just has one more game he wants to play, and then he's out. Enter David Coulson. David has card tricks Eddie doesn't even know have been invented, and he's going to make sure that Eddie's retirement is always one big game away. One Plus One is a neo-noir tale of psychological horror from the exciting new team of writer Neal Shaffer and artist Daniel Krall. With a cover by Powers co-creator Michael Avon Oeming, the sum of these comics parts is something truly exceptional! b&w, 32pg (2 of 5) $2.95 MUTANT, TEXAS: TALES OF SHERIFF IDA RED #4 by Paul Dini & J. Bone It's the final issue of the rip-roarin', page-turnin' comic book adventure from the Eisner-nominated team of Paul Dini (BATMAN BEYOND) and J. Bone (GOTHAM GIRLS)! As the tale of Ida Red's origin comes to a close, our heroine takes on the forces of evil in a desperate showdown with the very existence of Mutant, Texas, hanging in the balance. It's an action- filled climax both tragic and triumphant as the young sheriff finally wins her badge in a story bigger than the Lone Star state and wilder than the wild west itself! b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 HOPELESS SAVAGES: GROUND ZERO #4 by Van Meter, O'Malley, & Norrie Following the big fiasco at the talent show, Zero isn't sure things could get any lower. So, it's basically time to ride out the grounding and wait to once more experience the sweet taste of freedom. Things get a little brighter when the entire Hopeless- Savage clan gathers to watch the new TV documentary on their family's musical career. Little does Zero know, a surprise awaits her in the final program — will it be the answer to her teenage prayers? Similarly, Twitch is ill prepared for the special guest coming to the party! Illustrated by Bryan O'Malley, with flashbacks by Christine Norrie and covers by Terry Dodson (Spider-Man/Black Cat). b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HOPELESS SAVAGES: GROUND ZERO #1 by Van Meter, O'Malley, & Watson Comics' favorite family returns in their second original mini-series! Pity poor Zero. It's hard to be the youngest member of the clan. Be it pursuing her own music, dealing with the travails of high school, or indulging in her first crush, the rest of her family has already been there, done that. When the handsome man on campus, Thad, asks her out, Zero is all aglow — until she discovers that his intentions were less than honorable, and her retaliation ends up getting her grounded! b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 ********************* STAR OF THE MONTH HOPELESS SAVAGES VOLUME 1 TP by Van Meter, Norrie, & Clugston-Major When you're born a rebel, what can you possibly do to make yourself stand apart? For Rat Hopeless-Savage, the answer is to leave home and become a normal citizen with a nine-to-five job. It's going pretty well, too, until Dirk and Nikki are kidnapped, and suddenly the family he tried so hard to deny needs him more than ever. Cover by Andi Watson (Slow News Day). Digest size. (STAR15891) Digest, 112pg, PC $13.95 ********************* STARS OF THE MONTH SIDEKICKS TP by J. Torres & Takeshi Miyazawa The cult superhero teen soap opera is now at Oni Press! Terry Highland isn't like other kids. Or is she? Sure, Terry is the daughter of an ex-superhero sidekick and, yeah, she has powers of her own, too, but when you're a new student at a school like Shuster Academy that's hardly out of the ordinary! Terry has a pyromaniac fire-starter in homeroom; a werewolf in Geometry; killer robots in gym — and that's just before lunch! Sounds like a super-teen's dream come true, doesn't it? There's just one catch. In order to make the grade at this school, you can't use your powers. This new trade paperback collects the three issue mini-series by J. Torres (Copybook Tales) and Takeshi Miyazawa (Nylon Magazine) previously published by Fanboy Entertainment. Digest size. (STAR15990) Digest, 96pg, b&w $8.95 MADMAN ADVENTURES TP by Mike Allred Yes, it's that Madman! Who else? Oni Press is proud to be reprinting the second miniseries in full color. Originally released by Tundra, the trade paperback of these comics went out of print quite some time ago, leaving new Mike Allred fans, the folks who jumped on board with X-Force and The Atomics, floundering. They wanted to know all about Frank Einstein, but they couldn't make it happen. Now, they can! And this is the cool one, too, where Madman goes back in time and you get to see Mike draw cool dinosaurs and stuff. (STAR15946) SC, 128pg, FC $14.95 BAD BOY by Frank Miller & Simon Bisley Frank Miller delivers a taut script set in the not-too-distant future, focusing on a young boy named Jason who is fighting to regain freedom of choice from a dark, secretive society. Miller's vision is dynamically realized on the page by the chilling line art of Simon Bisley. In a world of perimeter fences, sterile hospital wards, constraining leg braces, and a cyborg police patrol, things only get worse when poor Jason, his companion Rachel, and Jason's sentient cat Adolph attempt their chance at some semblance of a "normal" life. (STAR07179) MATURE READERS SC, 40pg, FC $4.95 SOULWIND VOLUME II: THE DAY WE TRIED TO LIVE TP by Scott Morse In Southern California, 1938, Weaver and Geraldine are on a trek through the desert, looking for a place where they hear that unspeakable, yet wholly necessary, procedures can be performed. Along the way, they get sidetracked by strange creatures who have other things in mind for Geraldine. Little did they know that they were dealing with the greatest male-female criminal duo since Bonnie and Clyde. (STAR11130) SC, 5x8, 112pg, b&w $8.50 ****************** PENNY FARTHING PRESS DECOY #4 STORM OF THE CENTURY by Huddleston, Scalera, & Garcia Painted cover by Joe Chiodo! Decoy's transformation into a dangerous red Meta is almost complete, and the city dams are buckling under intense rain. You might think the situation can't get any wrose, but believe us — it can. As the deadly storm floods out of control, Bobby Luck finds himself in a fight for his life and the lives of Dolphin City inhabitants as Decoy turn on humanity, not to mention, his only friend. With action-packed visuals and colorful writing, this four-part mini-series concludes in a shocking chain of events. FC, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 THE VICTORIAN #16 by Wein, Aubin, Moussa, & Chuckry Painted cover by Eirich Olson! While Leviticus "Doc" Shumpert follows the trail of the mysterious voodoo shrine, Laszlo Gerevich recounts his last dys in the nineteenth century: an encounter with a notorious murderer changed the future "Victorian" forever, and revealed the truth behind the Whitechapel murders of 1888. This issue delves further into the shadowed past of Lazslo and the Order of the Blue Rose. FC, 32pg $2.95 ZENDRA VOLUME 2 #4: IN THE BLIND DAYS by Montiel, Buelna, Moore, & Garcia The Jekkaran invasion of Zendra finds Dr. Forcilia and the humans defenseless against the new threat. With Halle deep beneath the surface of the planet, the Zendrans must surrender to survive. The elements at the heart of the planet's turmoil, however, threaten to destroy the entire world—the Jekkarans included. Go into Halle's mind as she confronts a psychological enemy with dangerous motives! Cover by Deon Nuckols. FC, 32pg $2.95 PUG HOUSE PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH AMY UNBOUNDED VOLUME 1: BELONDWEG BLOSSOMING TP by Rachel Hartman Amy Unbound, the Xeric grant winning, critically acclaimed mini-comic, is now in paperback form! Belondweg Blossoming, which spans six issues of the mini-comic, chronicles the summer Amy turns 10. Amy has begun reading Belondweg, an epic poem about a heroic queen. But how are the women of Goredd to be heroic when they have so little freedom? (STAR15830) SC, 6x9, 208pg, b&w $16.95 ************************* RADIO COMIX SAIKO AND LAVENDER SPOOKTACULAR SPECIAL #1 by Michael Vega & Diana X. Sprinkle Halloween has descended, and Lavender is boarding-up her magic store before the tsunami of costumed toddlings emerges from the night to gorge themselves on the surrounding residents' sweet, individually wrapped offerings! As the little monsters force their way through the cracks in her security, Lavender lapses into a flashback of her first traumatic childhood Halloween with her quirky, faster-than-the-speed-of-light assistant, Saiko. Saiko takes the spirit of the holiday way too far when she devises a plan to collect all the candy in the world and store it in Lavender's house! Now, Lavender must find a way to stop Saiko's candy crime spree before her house bursts like a piñata and her parents force her to wear the little fairy princess costume she despises so much. A sweet Halloween treat featuring Saiko and Lavender in all their childhood glory, from the creators behind Monsters of Rock and True Hue! b&w, 32pg $2.99 FURRLOUGH #118 by Various Furrlough: Your Only Monthly Source For Anthropomorphics! In this issue, Joe Rosales' historic war epic "Romanics" continues — will the Roman legions be able to use their superior tactics to their advantage against a tricky enemy? Also in this issue, more of Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia's romantic tale, "Ebin and May," plus a "Hate Fuzzies" short by Diana X. Sprinkle. Spooky Halloween-themed cover by Phil Morrissey! b&w, 32pg $2.99 UNUSUAL U. #3 by James Hanrahan & John Barrett With the students of Shex High and Shex U. absorbed into Gordy's group mind, Danny and the Mads decide that only they can stop the Robot-from-beyond's brain viruses! But can the Mads defeat a mind-controlled faculty, even with the Lucifer Gauntlet and the world's most powerful artificial intelligence on their side? The future of the human race may depend on them working together to overcome these fantastic odds! High school adventure and action by James Hanrahan (Ninja High School) and John Barrett (Gold Digger: Edge Guard)! b&w, 32pg $2.99 Sin Factory GENUS #56 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 GREEN GINGER #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 REBELLION 2000 AD #1311-1315 The benchmark other comics aspire to, 2000AD — Britain's cult, award-winning horror, fantasy and science fiction anthology title — continues to break new ground with some of the most talented writers and artists in the business! The Summer Assault winds up with future hitmen Sinister Dexter finding themselves in trouble with the law, courtesy of Dan Abnett and Mike Collins. There's also the final all-action episodes of Rogue Trooper by Gordon Rennie, Staz Johnson (Catwoman) and David Roach, and the shocking end to The Scrap by Simon Spurrier and Richard Elson. Plus, the commencement of the "Autumn Offensive," with the debut of a host of all-new stories! Ian Edginton (The Establishment) and Steve Yeowell (The Invisibles) craft the fantasy pirate series, The Red Seas: Under the Banner of King Death, in which Captain Jack Dancer and his crew must battle the undead armies of the evil Dr. Orlando Doyle! Also making its debut is the alien extravaganza, Asylum, by Rob Williams (Cla$$ War) and Boo Cook. Gun-sharks Sinister Dexter go on an off-world adventure, courtesy of Dan Abnett and Simon Davis, plus there's more tales from the mean streets of Mega-City One in Judge Dredd by John Wagner! (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea. JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE VOLUME 4 #17 by Various 100 pages of non-stop action every four weeks from the worlds of 2000AD and Judge Dredd! This issue: Judge Dredd: Badlander continues (2 of 3) by John Wagner & John Ridgway; Young Middenface gets banged up in Part 2 of the 3-part tale by Alan Grant & Patrick Goddard/Dylan Teague); the bullets fly in The Bendatti Vendetta: Vendetta in Light (5 of 6) by Robbie Morrison & John Burns); more hot fang action in Durham Red: The Scarlet Apocrypha (6 of 7) by Dan Abnett & TBA); more of the secret history of 2000AD in Thrill-Power Overload!; plus two classic Thrills released from Tharg's vaults! Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99 SADDLE TRAMP PRESS HOLLIDAY #1 Set after the Earp-Clanton feud, Doc Holliday has separated from his friends. But Johnny Ringo, the man Doc believes killed Morgan Earp is spotted in Globe, Arizona. Doc wants to kill Ringo for killing his best friend's brother, but there's another evil in Globe that just may cause Doc to have to join Ringo. An evil that may cost him his soul. b&w, 24pg $2.50 SCARY PLANET SPLATTER COMIX #1 by Dave Cook Splatter Comix is a twist between the camp of old pre-code horror books and the edginess of today's splatter movies. Each tale is introduced with sly humor and bad puns by narrator Necro Phil — a tongue-in-cheek, rock n' roll, vampire punk. The first story, "Refuse Garden," concerns a sanitation worker whose partner is murdered by a deranged homeless man. Driven by revenge, our "hero" decides to clean up the streets by removing the human garbage. Permanently. That is, until the garbage decides to fight back. The second story, "Wormy," offers a new twist on the 98-pound weakling. In this case the weakling— after having sand kicked in his face—decides to sell his soul for the body he wants. The problem is, while the weakling gets revenge, his body grows out of control with eye-popping consequences. Art is rendered in black, white, and red. MATURE READERS b&w & red, 24pg $2.95 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS FURRY NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #2 by Curtis, Melendez, Colon, Crusoe, & Maranda The mini-series draws to a close, as Jeremy and Ichi learn Asrial's secret (she's an alien, don't cha' know?) and have to stop an imminent invasion of the planet with...some old records? Special cover by Ernie Colon, (Richie Rich, Amethyst, Magnus Robot Fighter) and done in association with Antarctic Press, producers of Ninja High School (regular flavor). Plus more backstory by Crusoe and Maranda and lots more! b&w, 48pg (2 of 2) $4.99 SFA ATOMIC MOUSE #2 by Curtis, Ettinger, Phillips, & Various The Mouse of Tomorrow returns to action with his second new issue! The city of Rodentia is under attack from the Mustard King Poupon de Jean and his Death's Head Squadron as Atomic Mouse flies to the battle! New talents like Mark Arnold and Jerry Loomis! All this along with classic Vince Fago, Atomic Mouse, and the Legion of Almost Villains. RES. From Previews Vol. XI #12 (DEC0112547) b&w & red, 24pg $4.99 Another Rabco Disaster CIRCLES #3 by Curtis, Ettinger, Phillips, & Various "Paper Faces on Parade" and "Steppin' Out." Arthur makes overtures of peace to Doug, but Doug still blames him for getting Paulie sick. Will the Kinsey Six be down to Five? Also, Marty and Taye's first date, and introducing Jesus, the Peruvian drag- queen llama! Gay life in Boston... slightly bent. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $5.00 SHOTO PRESS GARLANDS OF MOONLIGHT GN by Jai Sen & Rizky Wasisto Edi Silent and merciless, a creature of darkness has come to prey on an island village. Babies vanish, mothers are murdered, and the threat of evil grows with each night. The village becomes a battleground as the onrush of the twentieth century clashes with tradition. Set in late colonial Indonesia, Garlands of Moonlight relates a Malay vampire legend in graphic novel format. Printed in black and silver duotone, the book captures the quaint feel of turn-of-the-century daguerrerotype photographs. Illustrated by Indonesian artist Rizky Wasisto Edi, winner of a 2002 Xeric award. SC, 7x5, b&w, 86pg $4.50 SILLWILL PRESS SORCERER'S CHILDREN GN CONSPIRACY OF SHADOWS by Alison Williams After successfully thwarting the evil Graidon's attempts of acquiring the Sceptre of Aneurin, Kedric, Devin, Morwyn, and Brenna proceed to the royal capital of Saileigh. But unknown to all, Graidon's evil has already infiltrated the court, setting a dark stage of betrayal, deceit, and murder! SC, 96pg, b&w $12.00 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT DOGWITCH #1 by Daniel Schaffer It's Sex and the City meets Evil Dead in Dogwitch, a new mini-series by English newcomer Daniel Schaffer. Banished deep into the evil Banewoods for daring to practice her own unique brand of molotov magick, outcast dogwitch Violet Grimm continues to stretch the boundaries of accepted 21st century witchcraft. As tales of bad sex and dangerous voodoo spread her infamy through the Banewoods, Violet captures the attention of a multitude of weirdos and resigns herself to what she believes is her pre-destined B-movie lifestyle. Churning out provocative home videos for a berserk and hungry fan base in her pursuit of arcane knowledge, she feeds her diary with the dating rituals of the sick and heinous. Violet is the Garbo of witches, a reclusive legend in a depraved, gory, funny, and fiendishly sexy world. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 BANZAI GIRL #2 by Jinky Coronado This one has it all! In her color premiere issue of Banzai Girl, Jinky Coronado introduced us to a world of schoolgirls, romance, desire, tentacle monsters, and the discovery of the "Shadow Whisperers" — mysterious creatures who possess or destroy the town's adults one by one! This issue: Jinky, Katie J, and friends escape their tentacled clutches and declare war on the invaders! But that's not all: A new shopping mall has opened, and beneath its shiny showrooms lies a hideous snake creature that captures, attacks, and consumes unsuspecting schoolgirls! Also: Superstar Mike Deodato contributes a snazzy Banzai Girl pin-up! Plus: Check out the delightfully delectable photo album of Jinky Coronado as Banzai Girl! All this, and a babe-a-licious back cover by Al Rio! Bi-monthly. FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 BANZAI GIRL #2 — LIMITED EDITION SIGNED PHOTO COVER by Jinky Coronado This special limited edition version of Banzai Girl #2 features photo covers of Jinky Coronado in costume, and comes signed and numbered to 1,000 copies by Jinky herself! (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $12.00 EMPTY ZONE: CONVERSATIONS WITH THE DEAD #3 by Jason Alexander Corinne finally comes face-to-face with Mr. Filibaugh, the mysterious mogul who hired her as an assassin. Situated one mile above the streets of Old Pittsburgh, Filibaugh's corporate fortress becomes the stage for a particularly unsettling confrontation. Corinne learns that Filibaugh is literally the man behind the curtain in New Pittsburgh, and he wants her to work for him on a permanent basis. Corinne is tempted by his Faustian offer, that is, until she discovers a shocking piece of hidden data in her storage unit, which leads her to a dangerous flying car chase through New Pittsburgh's skyscraper jungle, where another bionic freak tries to take her down for good! b&w, 24pg (3 of 5) $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SCARY GODMOTHER: WILD ABOUT HARRY TP by Jill Thompson It's the first-ever Scary Godmother trade paperback! Harry the werewolf is the very definition of the phrase "freeloading bum." So when his fed-up mother kicks him out of her basement and forces him to fend for himself, Harry avoids finding an apartment and a job by preying on the hospitality of the other Fright Side residents. But it only takes the obnoxious Harry a few hours to destroy his neighbors' good will, which leaves him back where he started. (STAR14073) b&w, 80pg $9.95 SCARY GODMOTHER HC'S by Jill Thompson Who can a child count on for the scariest holiday of the year? Why, a Scary Godmother, of course! This is the story of Hannah Marie, a young girl who gets help from the coolest spooks around! VOL. 1 (STAR06921)––HC, 48pg, FC $19.95 VOL. 3: THE MYSTERY DATE (STAR10197)––HC, 48pg, FC $19.95 VOL. 4: THE BOO FLU (STAR11939)––HC, 48pg, FC $19.95 ********************** SPARKPLUG COMICS ORCHID TP by Various An anthology of Victorian stories adapted by ten top comic artists, including Xeric Award winners David Lasky, Ben Catmull, and Dylan Williams. The book sports a beautiful painted front cover by Mats Stromberg. The stories are adaptations of 19th century works from weird storytellers that included Edgar Allen Poe, J. Sheridan Le Fanu, and Saki. Ranging from humorous fables to gothic ghost tales, each story is self-contained! MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, b&w $8.00 REPORTER #1 by Dylan Williams An all-new printing of the first issue of the Xeric Award-winning comic series Reporter. Two writers are having lunch when they are interrupted by a bandaged man who wants something from one of them: a story — which the reader gets to see. The story within a story is about two children who find a mysterious stone statue underwater, outside of their South Sea island village. Like a Lee/Kirby monster story, the statue comes to life. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.50 SPILLED MILK CICI MINI-SERIES #3 by Smart, Hall, Leisten, & Sotelo CiCi and Max are rescued by mutants that dwell beneath Mile High Technologies. Both sides share the same distrust, but eventually the mutants let them continue with their escape knowing that CiCi is being tracked by the technology that lives within her. CiCi is learning from Max more of her origins as she tests out her innate combat training that shatters Max to his core. The Garbage Collector is relentless in his search for CiCi and plows through the mutant forces on his way to finally confronting her. She is ready to throw her entire belief system away as she searches for her creator and questions whether she even has a soul. Regular wraparound cover by Monte Moore. Variant cover by Keu Cha (Front) and Patrick Blaine (Back). MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.50 SQP STAR OF THE MONTH TEACH ME VOLUME 1 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR15919) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL FC, 72pg $12.95 ************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A WOLF VOLUME 2: IMAGES FROM THE BOOK OF FORBIDDEN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 48pg, b&w $5.95 ************** STARWARP CONCEPTS LORELEI VOLUME 2 #2 Lorelei's adventures continue in the latest issue of her new quarterly series, written and created by Steven A. Roman, best- selling author of the X-Men: The Chaos Engine trilogy of novels)! Part 2 of "The Architects of Fear" finds Lori up to her neck in monster-hunters and the cultists they've sworn to destroy, while Chapter 2 of "Building the Perfect Beast" continues the re- telling of her origin. Also: "Dr. Browmeyer's Dilemma," written and drawn by Grant Miehm (The Avengers, Green Lantern), and a new segment of "Lori's Feary Tales" by Roman and artist Ernie Colón. Plus: Art by Steve Geiger (Web of Spider-Man, Incredible Hulk) and original Lorelei artist David C. Matthews. Cover by legendary artist Frank Thorne (Red Sonja) and a frontispiece by Torchy creator Bill Ward! MATURE READERS b&w, 56pg $3.95 SUGARLAB UBERBABE LOGO STICKERS Uberbabe is the bodacious alien bisexual entity –– a very smooth, smart, and stunning agent of "god." These stickers honor her, the proto-human, one featuring a red and white logo (2" x 4"), the other the plane on black (2" x 3") from the series. GRAY & BLACK––Sticker $2.00 PLANE RED––Sticker $2.00 UBERBABE T-SHIRTS Uberbabe logo tees, for your wearable pleasure. Available in two styles. (CAUT: 4) BLUE LOGO YOUTH––M-XL $28.00 BLUE LOGO ADULT––L-XL $28.00 SUSITNA MYTHOGRAPHICS RAVEN'S CHILDREN VOLUME 1 GN: SHADOW OF SNOW FOX PART 1 Collects issues #1-#5 of Layla Marie Lawlor's critically acclaimed mini-series, Raven's Children. In a windswept Arctic wasteland, a small Stone Age tribe have become pawns in a war that has nothing to do with them—a territory conflict between two far more advanced civilizations. But the pawns have a few plans of their own. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 TITAN WALLACE AND GROMIT: CATCH OF THE DAY HC by Jimmy Hansen Get ready to enjoy all-new comic strip adventures featuring Wallace & Gromit and a host of loveable characters, from the multi-Oscar winning Aardman Animation. Wallace and Gromit have been featured in three films adored by all ages: A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, and A Close Shave. This comic captures the unique British humor of Wallace and Gromit in a story called "Catch of the Day." Wallace is perplexed to find a severe shortage of fish at his local chip shop. What sinister mystery lies behind their disappearance? And will Gromit and the Tub-Machine help him get his fish and chip supper? (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 48pg, FC $14.95 LONDON'S DARK GN—NEW PRINTING by James Robinson & Paul Johnson It's 1940. London is in the middle of World War II. Bombers fly overhead. Blackouts are forced by air raid wardens. Jack Brookes is one of those air raid wardens, kept from the battlefield by a weak heart. He is asked to investigate a young fortune- teller who has upset one of his mother's neighbors by explaining that her son (thought to have been killed by a bombing) was, in fact, murdered. Soon, Jack finds himself in love with the fortune teller. But he is in danger from a gang of brutal killers! (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 48pg, b&w $9.95 TANK GIRL VOLUME 3 GN by Alan Martin & Jamie Hewlett Join the bullet-spraying heroine as she yet again wreaks havoc on an unsuspecting world with a titanic battle against evil bounty hunters. Enter a fascinating odyssey through the culinary world with this all-true story of popular beat combo The Smiths, the lovely Jet Girl, the unlovely Booga, and more dead nasties than you can shake some sick at! Complete with unseen material! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $14.95 TRANSFORMERS: DARK DESIGNS PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC by Furman, Yaniger, & Galan; Cover by John Byrne The Autobots have more to worry about than Megatron and his Decepticons. They're about to realize they're playing in a much bigger arena. Beyond the fringes of known space an ancient power is spreading its malign influence, turning whole worlds, whole galaxies into a dark mosaic of its own design. A design that is unmistakably Cybertronian in origin! Plus, the rise of the Swarm, and the beginning of the end! Cover by industry giant, John Byrne! (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $24.95 JUDGE ANDERSON: DEATH'S DARK DIMENSION GN by Wagner, Grant, Ewins, & Robinson Cassandra Anderson is part of the Psi Division. The elite psychic department. And Cassandra is top judge! In this first collection of her solo adventures, she must again face the ultimate killer from another dimension: Judge Death! Tricked into returning to the Dark Judges's terrible dimension, Anderson must stop them once and for all! She must also go to Hell— literally—to attempt to save the life of a child possessed by demons! (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 128pg, b&w $16.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JUDGE DREDD VS JUDGE DEATH DELUXE HC by John Wagner & Brain Bolland Meet Judge Death, a warped ghoul from a parallel Earth where life itself is a crime. An entire world was judged, found guilty, and its citizens executed. Judge Death comes to Mega-City One, and somehow Dredd must kill a creature already dead. And if one of these dark judges wasn't enough, get ready to meet Fear, Fire, and Mortis! (STAR14873) HC, 9x12, 96pg, b&w $19.95 ************************** TOKYOPOP ************************ Hey, TokyoPop fans! Don't forget to check out the DVD & VIDEO section for the latest in TokyoPop DVDs & CDs, like GTO and Real Bout High School! ************************ Comics CARDCAPTOR SAKURA #33 by CLAMP It's Valentine's Day in Tomoeda, and Sakura and her friends are busy giving chocolates to their special friends. Of course, Sakura is planning to give chocolates to her crush, Yukito, but she also uses the holiday to become closer to the grandfather she never knew she had. The magic and romance may come to a close in the final monthly comic of the #1 selling shojo manga series, but fear not! Sakura sets out on a host of all-new adventures in 5 new Cardcaptor Sakura: Master of the Clow graphic novels. b&w, 48pg $2.99 GUNDAM WING: THE LAST OUTPOST #4 by Yadate, Tomino, & Tokita The Burnett brothers have always been close. So when older brother Odel inexplicably joins the Stardust Knights, Odin's heart is broken. Not only is the remote colony MOV-II greatly outnumbered, but their top pilot is now fighting for the enemy! Only with the new Gundam G-Unit can Odin hope to save the colony from the renegade OZ pilots. b&w, 48pg (4 of 12) $2.99 Graphic Novels ANGELIC LAYER VOLUME 3 GN by CLAMP In the distant future, the most popular sport in Japan is Angelic Layer. Contestants use fighting dolls that they hatch and raise from eggs. As the Angelic Layer tournament continues, prodigy Misaki continues to surprise the competition with her mastery of the game. She shares a special bond with her angel, Hikaru, allowing her to mimic the moves of other players she faces. With the guidance of her coach Icchan and the support of her friends, Misaki is on the road to victory. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 7) $9.99 STARS OF THE MONTH COWBOY BEBOP VOLUME 1 GN by Yutaka Nanten What's money between friends? But, wait… who said they were friends? The lone wolf – the wizened vet – the femme fatale – the smart-mouth kid… when Spike, Jet, Faye, and Ed get together; it can mean only one thing: carnage is about to ensue. In keeping with the popular but off-beat anime, the manga begins a series of original stories that take the action to a whole new level. Spike, Jet, and Faye all end up after the same bounty, Spike goes after a convict who's already in prison, and Faye (the con-artist she is) ends up the victim of a con not once, but twice. (STAR15394) SC, 184pg, b&w $9.99 COWBOY BEBOP COMPLETE ANIME GUIDES Cowboy Bebop has quickly become one of the most popular anime series of all time. With the series currently running on Cartoon Network, now is the perfect time to learn the details about Spike, Faye, Jet, and Ed (and let's not forget Ein!) that you might have missed in the fast-paced action. Featuring character bios, technical guides, behind-the-scenes photos, and story details, these are guides that no fan should be without! #1 (STAR15333)—SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99 #2 (STAR15563)—SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99 #3 (STAR15457)—SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99 #4 (STAR15769)—SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99 ************************ GTO VOLUME 7 GN by Tohru Fujisawa If you thought a life of crime was tough, try teaching high school! Meet Eikichi Onizuka, a crude and rude 22-year-old ex- biker. Onizuka finally gets his job back with some help from several friends. But Onizuka's worst fears are realized when a student with superior intelligence, the famous Teacher Killer Urumi Kanzaki, makes her first appearance. She is ordered by Aizawa to attack Onizuka with her 200 point IQ. Can Onizuka beat this Teacher Terminator? SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 INITIAL D VOLUME 4 GN by Shuichi Shigeno Tak's reputation around Gunma Prefecture is growing (along with his passion for racing), and better and better challengers are beginning to come out of the folds to face the now infamous Eight Six. One of these challengers is the top driver on the Night Kids' racing team, Shinjo, whose lust for winning borders on the psychotic. Tak's entering some stiff competition… but he'll find that his most feared adversary could very well be himself. SC, 5x7, 208pg, b&w $9.99 ISLAND VOLUME 6 GN by In-Wan Youn & Kyung-Il Yang Mysterious skulls that can massacre hundreds in seconds are appearing around Cheju Island, and a group of Japanese Interpol agents have come to take care of the matter. But when Miho finds herself the victim of an attack, the investigation becomes very personal. Is the source of the skulls' power really a new retrovirus like the Interpol agents say, or are more sinister forces at work? Miho's protector Pan must confront an old nemesis, and John puts his white magic to the test. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w $9.99 KARE KANO VOLUME 3 GN by Masami Tsuda Yukino lives for praise and popularity, unwilling to share the spotlight with anyone. But trouble comes in the form of a new boy at school who can do no wrong. She sees him as her archrival; he sees her as a fake. She'll do anything to destroy him… until he tells her he loves her. Turned into a hit anime by the creators of Evangelion, Kare Kano is one of the most anticipated titles among U.S. fans. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 KODOCHA SANA'S STAGE VOLUME 4 GN by Miho Obana; English adaptation by Sarah Dyer What is Kodocha? It's the smash-hit comedy series from Japan about what happens when child star Sana Kurata tries to "fix" the problems around everyone around her. And there are a LOT of problems to solve. When Sana's mother releases her latest book, "My Daughter and I," a media frenzy ensues over who Sana's real mom actually is. As Sana searches for her roots, her life just keeps getting more and more confusing. Her former enemy, Akito, is sending her major mixed signals. Her manager, Rei, is pressuring her to star in a movie that she's not sure she wants to commit to. SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w $9.99 LOVE HINA VOLUME 7 GN by Ken Akamatsu In his enduring struggle to be accepted into the hallowed halls of Tokyo University, Keitaro Urashima takes another stab at the grueling entrance exam. But living in a household of beautiful, young, nubile women can get a bit distracting, especially since Keitaro has fallen head over heels in love with one of them, the fair Naru. Of course, the thirteen-year old Shinobu has fallen in love with Keitaro, and… well, it's always a romp-filled farce for the residents at Hinata House. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 MARMALADE BOY VOLUME 4 GN by Wataru Yoshizumi Just when everything finally seems to be going well for Miki and Yuu, trouble strikes again. Big trouble. Miki's jealousy kicks in when Yuu takes a special interest in a new person at school. As if that wasn't confusing enough, the new person is… a guy! Are they just friends or something more? When rumors fly about these beautiful boys, Miki will stop at nothing to find out the truth. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 MARS VOLUME 6 GN by Fuyumi Soryo Kira and Rei are definitely in love — but no one said love was easy. When a new guy enrolls in their school, he instantly develops a big crush on both Rei and Kira. (Gulp!) To make matters worse, it turns out that this mysterious stranger is actually a face from Rei's violent past. An epic romance that spans 15 volumes, Mars is one of Japan's most popular teen girl comics ever. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 MIRACLE GIRLS VOLUME 6 GN by Nami Akimoto Meet Toni and Mika — wonder twins who team up to unlock special powers of telepathy and teleportation! In Volume 5, the twins traveled to the mysterious country of Diamas to investigate the legend of the twin queens. In Volume 6, their investigation continues. They begin to suspect that their new friend Emma's life is in danger. They're certain that her long-lost twin, Marie, is plotting to kill her so she can ascend to the throne all by herself. Mika persuades her family to take a trip to England so that she can see Chris, the object of her affection. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 PARASYTE VOLUME 12 GN by Hitosi Iwaaki The Parasyte threat is finally over... almost. One Parasyte remains: Goto, who holds 5 Parasytes in one body and can morph all of his limbs to deadly effect. He single-handedly killed an entire military battalion during the City Hall raid. Shin has escaped from Goto twice now, but only with Lefty's help. Now Lefty is gone, and Shin will have to confront Goto one last time. MATURE READERS SC, 6x8, 192pg, b&w $12.99 PEACH GIRL VOLUME 7 GN by Miwa Ueda Sae's gone too far for too long…and now it's time for her to pay! Kiley and Momo decide to set Sae up with her "dream date"- - only this is the date from hell. Kiley hires an actor to put the moves on Sae and turn into a major pervert before her very eyes. Serves her right! But when they carry out their conniving plan, something goes drastically wrong…and Sae is put in real danger. It's up to Momo to save the day… but can she find it in her heart to rescue her worst enemy? Fasten your seatbelts and get ready a wild ride of blackmail, cat-fights, and deceit in this dramatic volume of Peach Girl. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 PRIEST VOLUME 3 GN by Min-Woo Hyung Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The third volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 RAGNAROK VOLUME 4 GN by Myung Jin Lee & Richard A. Knaak Loki, greatest of the Assassins, returns to his guild only to find that his people have been slaughtered. His only clue points to Chaos, so Loki sets off to find and kill him. Yet, he's not the only one looking for Chaos — Skurai, himself, wants to hunt him down. Now Chaos, who recently discovered that he is the reincarnation of the god Blader, must fight two of the most deadly warriors in Midgard. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 STAR OF THE MONTH RAGNAROK VOLUME 1 GN by Myung Jin Lee; adapted by Richard A. Knaak After 1000 years of peace, the Wolf God, Fenris Fenrir, has been reborn. She seeks to find the reincarnation of Balder, the Glorious God, as the land of Midgard begins to slide toward destruction. But even as she does, fate guides her and three others to one another, and their legendary meeting will set in motion Ragnarok –– the end of the world. (STAR15859) SC, 192pg, b&w $9.99 ***************** SAINT TAIL VOLUME 7 GN by Megumi Tachikawa By day, Meimi Haneoka is an ordinary student at St. Paulia's middle school, but by night she is Saint Tail, the magical thief who steals back treasures for their rightful owners. SC, 4x6, 176pg, b&w $9.99 THE SKULL MAN VOLUME 4 GN by Kazuhiko Shimamoto & Shotaro Ishinomori The mutants are out in force, infiltrating the bureaucratic super-structure of the modern world, infecting the population with a transmorphic serum, worming their way into our daily lives. Only one man can stop the conspiracy, an undead superhero whose past holds the answers to understanding the scourge of the present. But when The Cobra Man strikes, Skull Man might have to call on help to beat him. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 SORCERER HUNTERS VOLUME 12 GN by Satoru Akahori & Ray Omishi In the magical world of the Spooner Continent, sorcerers unjustly wield their power over humans, tyrannizing villages across the land. Determined to put an end to the abuse, Big Mama has assembled a team of Sorcerer Hunters - Carrot, Marron, Chocolat, Tira, and Gateau - to be a freedom fighting force for humankind. However, as Big Mama's approach to usurping power from the Sorcerer's involves civility, Zaha Torte wants to resort to more radical means. SC, 6x8, 184pg, b&w $12.99 Books CARDCAPTOR SAKURA ANIME BOOK VOLUME 9 TP by CLAMP The play's the thing! Sakura and Li get drafted to star in the school's presentation of Sleeping Beauty, but they're not playing the characters you might expect. Sakura stars as the dashing prince and Li gets dolled up as Princess Aurora! When it comes time to wake Li with a kiss, can Sakura come through? If only that were her biggest problem! When the Dark card shows up, Sakura must find the light inside to save the day... and the play! SC, 5x7, 144pg, b&w (9 of 12) $14.99 GUNDAM TECHNICAL MANUAL VOLUME 6: G-GUNDAM TP by Sunrise & Thea Willis In the distant future, man has put aside traditional war in favor of a new form of conflict resolution — a Mobile Suit fighting tournament! Combining the mech action fans expect from Gundam with the high-intensity fighting of shows like Dragonball Z, G-Gundam is Gundam like you've never seen before. This technical manual features character bios and technical schematics on all the MS of the hot new series, coming to Cartoon Network. SC, 5x7, 92pg, b&w $12.99 Art Books THE ART OF CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 3 ART BOOK by CLAMP CLAMP are the best-selling manga artists in America today, and Cardcaptor Sakura is their #1 series. The third art book for the smash-hit magical girl series features over 100 full-color images of Sakura, Syaoran, and the other Cardcaptor characters, as well as a bonus comic and artists' notes on the making of the series. These beautiful, large-format volumes belong in every CLAMP fan's library. RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #5 (MAY022322) SC, 7x10, 128pg, PC $19.99 TONY RAIOLA LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE: DADDY Collecting dailies from 1926! Annie tries her luck at doing a trapeze act for a circus show. But things take a turn for the worst when she falls to the ground, and appears to be paralyzed for life! Will Annie walk again? And will Daddy Warbucks be able to find her? SC, b&w $9.50 LITTLE OPHAN ANNIE: THE SENTENCE Collecting dailies from 1925! Mrs. Warbucks brings the young Selby Adlebert Piffleberry comes to stay with Daddy and Annie. He makes an awful racket. And he smokes cigarettes! Will Annie be able to put up with this smart young punk? SC, b&w $9.50 PACIFIC COMICS CLUB STRIP COLLECTOR'S PACK This pack contains several books that reprint comic strips long out of print. Reg'lar Fellers is a facsimile of the hard-to-find Cupples and Leon strips from 1929. This strip was inspired by The Little Rascals! Mystery, action, and romance is found in Radio Patrol. Great writing and artwork are found in the collected May 1951 to October 1951 strips in Casey Ruggles. Smilin' Jack reprints strips from the 1930s, showing Jack as a daredevil aviator knee deep in mysteries! And Charlie Chan, of course, reprints one of the most famous newspaper strips to be published in the 30s. Pack $25.00 TOO HIP GOTTA GO GRAPHICS GROWING UP ENCHANTED #2 by Jack Briglio & Alex Szewczuk And then came… the Bully! First day of school, in a classroom filled with diverse students like a giant, a troll, a prince, and more… and already Oli has a problem: a bully that won't leave her alone. What's a baby sorceress to do, especially when she's forbidden to use her magic? And whose advice will she take for a solution? Meanwhile, her father follows the "knightly" trio — Sammie, Kandu, and Copper — to the dragon's lair, with expected results. And, what is Olianna's baby brother Anto up to this time? A fantasy adventure for all ages, by writer Jack Briglio (Mythography) and artist Alex Szewczuk (2001 Russ Manning nominee for Sleeping Dragons). b&w, 32pg $2.95 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS HAPPY END HC by Actus Everybody wishes for happy endings, but even if you're lucky enough to have one, happy endings are hardly ever what you expect. In their newest and most irresistible book, the Actus artists — and their special guest, the German illustrator Anke Feuchenberger — present six graphic novellas with interesting twists on the "Happy Ending." This witty and magnificently illustrated book is rendered by the outstanding Israeli cartoonists Rutu Modan, Yirmi Pinkus, Mira Friedmann, Batia Kolton, & Itzik Renert, who pool their talents annually to produce something that's simply amazing. MATURE READERS HC, 5x7, 188pg, FC $21.95 MONKEY VS. ROBOT GN—NEW EDITION by James Kochalka This second printing comes with snazzy French Flaps. Monkey vs. Robot is an exciting, action-packed rumble in the jungle! A factory of self-replicating robots is stripping the jungle of its natural resources, threatening the territory of a colony of nearby monkeys. A series of encounters between the two groups quickly escalates into all-out war. For all the book's humorous and charming appearance, beneath this entertaining veneer runs a stirring examination of the dual nature of existence, the dichotomy within the human mind, and our profound effect on the ecological environment. A modern day fable for adults and kids alike, based on the age-old struggle between technology and nature. Definitely Kochalka's most significant and universally accessible work to date. Perfectbound. SC, 8x8, 160pg, b&w $14.95 STARS OF THE MONTH TRENCHES GN by Scott Mills Scott Mills is back! And this time he hits the trenches… Lloyd and David Allenby are two brothers with little in common, except the will to survive World War I. When they arrive in the trenches of the Western Front, they have no idea of the misery and violence that awaits them. Can an aloof Major be the father-figure and guiding force in their desperate battle for survival? Or will the estranged brothers be swallowed up before they can come to terms with each other? Trenches… a beautiful story in an ugly war. Perfect Bound. (STAR15787) SC, 8x7, 176pg, b&w $14.95 ************** VAMPEROTICA VAMPEROTICA LUST FOR LUXURA #1 by Kirk Lindo Featuring Kirk Lindo's Luxura! At long last the origin of Vamperotica's resident Diva of Flesh-and-Blood will now be told. Luxura was not born a vampire, she was turned! It begins with Luxura as a human in a small village on the outskirts of the Roman empire. Long time fans of Vamperotica will surely want to read this story. The art and story are brought to you by Vamperotica's founding father, Kirk Lindo. This issue also has an extensive and reader friendly "The story so far" section to get old readers and new caught up with the Red Reign story line. Another reader friendly section will be the "Kirk Lindo's Vamperotica Notes" section aimed at giving readers inside hints and a clearer view of the dynamics between all the characters involved in the Red Reign saga. Also available in a Nude Cover Edition. NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. MATURE READERS STANDARD COVER—b&w, 32pg $2.95 NUDE COVER (CAUT: 3)—b&w, 32pg $3.95 VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS JESSE JAMES: THE CLASSIC WESTERN COLLECTION SC Art by Joe Kubert & Carmine Infantino America's #1 outlaw, Jesse James — with a price on his head and a six-gun shooting hot lead — rides a danger trail after a fortune in Apache gold in, "Apache Treasure!" Shooting a path through posses and Pinkerton detectives, Frank and Jesse James ride over the Kansas-Missouri border. Riding to meet them with blazing six-guns is a beautiful lady outlaw in "The James Boys' Revenge!" These are just a few of the pulse-pounding tales of Jesse James! In the old West the young gunslinger Jesse James rode a hard road to become a legend. In New York City of the early '50s, on their way to their own legendary status two young compadres joined forces to prove what they were made of! Joe Kubert went on to create classic Tarzan, Hawkman and war comics starring Sgt. Rock, before founding the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon Art! Carmine Infantino went on to create the Silver Age Flash, Deadman, Batgirl, and proved the top Batman artist of the '60s before becoming President and Publisher of DC Comics! This graphic novel collects, for the first time ever, the classic 1950s outlaw stories of the often heroic Jesse James, by comic book legends Joe Kubert and Carmine Infantino! Cardstock cover. (CAUT: 2) SC, 7x10, 100pg, b&w $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH EYES OF LIGHT: THE FANTASY DRAWINGS OF FRANK BRUNNER SC The work of Frank Brunner reflects a unique sensibility, combining heroic design, and lush eroticism with touch of whimsy. After a long career of work for many top animation studios, this seminal illustrator of the classic Dr. Strange, Warp, Elric, and Howard the Duck is showcased in this prestige retrospective of his comics and fantasy art. Compiled by Dean Motter and J. Davie Spurlock, with an introduction by Elric creator Michael Moorcock. (STAR15885) MATURE READERS SC, 112pg, b&w $16.95 VIZ COMMUNICATIONS THE ALL-NEW TENCHI MUYÔ! PART 2 #1 by Hitoshi Okuda Tenchi is forced to babysit for his aunt, bringing "baby Tenchi" (as seen in the OAV) back into the comic series! No longer is Sasami the youngest character in the household! No longer is Ryo-oh-ki the most incoherent! But taking care of a kid with all those aliens and science-fiction gadgets around proves to be difficult. b&w, 48pg (1 of 5) $2.95 BASTARD!! #11: EMPRESS! PART 1 OF 4 by Kazushi Hagiwara The dark elf Arshes Nei, once the adopted "daughter" of Dark Schneider, steps forward! The Thunder Empress attacks Castle Metallicana, where Ninja Master Gara has become the last line of defense against the besieging armies. And as the Murasame Blade clashes against the Sword of Lightning, the castle defenders are caught up in a titanic battle of evil vs... evil? MATURE READERS b&w, 64pg $3.95 BASTARD!! VOLUME 2 TP by Kazushi Hagiwara The cult hit sword and sorcery anime/manga/action figure line comes to America! The kingdom of Metallicana is under attack by the dark forces of four evil armies sweeping the world. As orcs and giants besiege their citadel, the desperate defenders turn to a legend that a virgin's kiss may awaken "Dark Schneider", an ancient evil wizard sealed within the body of Lucien, a seemingly normal 14-year-old boy. It's the showdown between Dark Schneider and Ninja Master Gara! After making their way through the perilous dungeon beneath his stronghold, past giant eyeballs and fiery streets, D.S. and Princess Sheila face the first of the Four Divine Kings of the Rebel Armies, in a duel that pits sword against magic! Will Yoko, Gara's captive, survive? MATURE READERS SC, 208pg, b&w $14.95 BATTLE ANGEL ALITA: LAST ORDER, PART 1 #2 by Yukito Kishiro Alita awakens to discover that she is the pawn of mad scientist Desty Nova. He has super-engineered a new cyborg body for her capable of self-upgrading and even chameleon-like color changing! But now she is under his thrall! b&w, 32pg $2.95 THE BIG O PART 2 #4 by Hajime Yatate & Hitoshi Ariga The origin of Schwarzwald, never revealed in the anime series, is finally told in the Big O manga! From the depths below Paradigm City rises the skeleton of a Megadeus, and Roger Smith's Big O must stop its rampage! But only one man, the writer Michael Seebach, knows the truth about the terrible secrets buried in those dark catacombs... a truth he will do anything to bring to light. b&w, 48pg (4 of 4) $3.50 THE BIG O VOLUME 1 TP by Hitoshi Ariga; created by Hajime Yatate Presenting Hitoshi Ariga's adaptation of Bandai's hit Cartoon Network TV series, a stylish "manga meets film noir" story which goes beyond the tantalizing TV series ending to tell the true climax of The Big O! In amnesia-afflicted Paradigm City, Roger Smith, a "negotiator," is secretly also the pilot of The Big O, an enormous giant robot which protects the great metropolis from evil. The manga begins with prequel stories set before the beginning of the anime! Roger Smith must negotiate with criminals who hold the city's Memory Repository hostage! Then, the master criminal Beck uses high technology against the Big O, summoning a million lightning bugs to drain the giant robot's batteries dry! Plus, the introduction of Dorothy, Rogers android assistant! SC, 216pg, b&w $15.95 BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE 2002 GN by Benkyo Tamaoki Blood: The Last Vampire 2002 is a powerfully drawn original graphic novel narrative based on characters and situations from the 2001 anime Blood: The Last Vampire, once the fastest-selling title in the history of Manga Entertainment. Taken from a concept developed by Ghost in the Shell's Mamoru Oshii, one of the 21st century's hottest young comics artists, the violent, erotic Benkyo Tamaoki, updates the Vietnam War-era anime story to present-day, 2002 Japan. The immortal Saya returns—a generation later, but still clad in her trademark sailor suit and armed with ancient samurai sword—continuing her unholy war against the vampiric Chiropterans. Infiltrating a gang-ridden high school, Saya more than suspects the brutal set known as "ORGE" is just the latest mask of her blood-thirsty prey. MATURE READERS SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 CERES CELESTIAL LEGEND, PART 4 #1 by Yû Watase The Mikage Organization has trapped Suzumi in a dream-state where she believes that her husband Kazuma is still alive. Will she return to reality or will she prefer to stay in her pleasant world of illusions? Also, meet Chidori Kuruma—a girl who has traveled across Japan just to find Yûhi. What could she want from him? b&w, 48pg (1 of 4) $3.50 CHICAGO VOLUME 1 GN by Yumi Tamura It is the middle of the 21st century and Tokyo is expanding more and more, filling Tokyo Bay with landfill to make room for the bursting population. But suddenly Tokyo suffers one of its greatest earthquakes, and the landfill liquefies, creating untold damage in the newly-made urban area. The members of Self-Defense Force Rescue Squad Four are attacked and murdered as they are sent to help. They start uncovering the mystery that killed their squad: with their first clue in the south-Shinjuku bar called Chicago. SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 FUSHIGI YÛGI VOLUME 7: CASTAWAY by Yû Watase When best friends Miaka and Yui open an ancient Chinese book, they find themselves transported to a parallel world. Trapped in the Universe of the Four Gods, Miaka is thrust in the role of priestess who must save an entire empire…and who falls in love with dashing martial artist Tamahome. The ceremony to summon Suzaku has been ruined by Amiboshi—a Seiryu warrior posing as Chiriko! Just when all hope seems lost, Tai Yi Jun appears from a flame before Miaka and tells her of the Jewel of the Northern God that may be the key to completing the ceremony. But along with this new hope, Tai Yi Jun also tells Miaka that to summon Suzaku, she must be a virgin. Can Miaka bring herself to sever her relationship to Tamahome? SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 ANIME ART GALLERY: THE ART OF FUSHIGI YÛGI by Yu Watase and the animators of Fushigi Yûgi The Art of Fushigi Yûgi collects color illustrations of Fushigi Yûgi for the first time in an English edition! This book features the work of Yû Watase, the author of many other manga series combining fantasy, science fiction, humor and romance. The most popular new shôjo (girls') manga in America, as seen in the anime series from Pioneer. When best friends Miaka and Yui open an ancient Chinese book, they find themselves transported to the Universe of the Four Gods, a parallel world strangely like ancient China. SC, 104pg, FC $22.95 GUNDAM: THE ORIGIN #3 GN by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko After falling prey to a Zeon ambush, the Federation's newest ship, White Base, tries to make a daring escape from the Side 7 colony. Unfortunately for the almost entirely rookie crew, their fight is about to get much tougher when the Principality of Zeon sends one of their best fighters after them—the Red Comet, Char Aznable! This heart-stopping Gundam series reads in the original right-to-left Japanese format! SC, 128pg, b&w $7.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GUNDAM WING VOLUME 1: GROUND ZERO TP by Reku Fuyunagi What can Heero depend on when a mysterious individual steals his Gundam? Just when he thought life was returning to normal, Heero Yuy receives a cryptic message from a person claiming to have stolen the Wing Zero and requesting a rendezvous at a remote space station! There he finds the station deserted except for his fellow Gundam pilots all of whom have received similar messages. But only a handful of people are capable of piloting the Wing Gundam. Is the thief one of them? (STAR14184) b&w, 144pg $12.95 GUNDAM WING VOLUME 2: BLIND TARGET TP by Akemi Omode & Sakura Asagi A new chapter of Gundam Wing unfolds with the beautiful art of shôjo and the action of shonen manga! Relena and the Gundam pilots become targets of a shadowy conspiracy that will resort to murder and deception to get at the Gundams! But the G-Boys won't give up without a fight, and both of them are working furiously to find out who is behind the plot. But by the time the truth reveals itself will everyone come out of this unscathed? (STAR14602) SC, 152pg, PC $12.95 **************** INU YASHA PART 7 #3 by Rumiko Takahashi In midst of a battle with his brother Sessho-maru, Inu-Yasha is finally able to see through the "scar of the wind" and utilize the Tetsusaiga to its fullest potential. Will Sessho-maru recover from his wounds? Meanwhile, Koga acquires one of the fragments of the Jewel of the Four Souls. b&w, 40pg (3 of 8) $2.95 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0079 VOLUME 7 TP by Kazuhisa Kondo The beleaguered White Base has finally made it back to the Federation's subterranean headquarters at Jaburo for a round of much needed repairs. Unfortunately for Amuro and the crew, they've arrived just in time to get caught in the crossfire of a massive Zeon assault on the complex, the leader of which is none other than Zeon ace pilot Char Aznable! Can the Federation's forces stand up to such a massive onslaught? b&w, 192pg $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0079 2ND EDITIONS by Kazuhisa Kondo The official manga adaptation of the classic mecha anime as seen on Cartoon Network! Until Amuro Ray's colony was attacked he was a civilian. But as the pilot of the prototype Gundam he becomes a fighter who must defend the White Base as it desperately struggles to evade advanced mobile suits and the great tactical genius of Zeon ace Char Aznable. VOL. 1 (STAR14877)—SC, 180pg, b&w $9.95 VOL. 2 (STAR14878)—SC, 180pg, b&w $9.95 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0079 VOLUME 4 TP by Kazuhisa Kondo The official manga adaptation of the original Gundam TV series, as seen on the Cartoon Network! Amuro and Ranba Ral face off in an air-to-air mobile suit battle for supremacy and only when the Duchy of Zeon, a militant colonial group, declares independence from Earth, war breaks out with Zeon's army of Zaku mobile suits… until Amuro Ray, a young electronics wizard, inherits his father's top-secret invention, Mobile Suit Gundam! (STAR15700) SC, 184pg, b&w $9.95 ******************* NEON GENESIS EVANGELION PART 7 #6 by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto The double-sized conclusion to Evangelion Book Seven! The merely frightening power of the Eva has now become a terror as raw as the hunger with which it devours alive the Angel Zeruel. Now that the hideous nature of mankind's "savior" is apparent, the battered remnants of Nerv are torn by doubt, even as their ertswhile masters, Seele, decide to take matters into their own hands... Two versions available—the Regular Edition or the Special Collectors' Edition (printed in the original right-to-left Japanese format with Sadamoto's original sound effects!). REG. (6 of 6)—b&w, 48pg $3.50 COLLECTOR'S EDITION (6 of 6)—b&w, 48pg $3.50 OROCHI: BLOOD VOLUME 1 GN by Kazuo Umezu Ultracreepy girls' horror comic from Japan's supreme master of the genre. Set at first inside a gigiantic, weird mansion, this tale is a story about two sisters. The older one, Kazusa, is the perfect sister, but the younger one, Lisa, is always scorned as inferior in comparison. One night after fighting with her husband, Lisa goes on a drunk- driving spree and crashes into another car. Fortunately, a mysterious girl named Orochi is there to divert the car enough, so that Lisa's injuries aren't fatal. As a result though, Orochi falls asleep for several decades. Eventually, Orochi wakes to find that she's being taken into the mansion where the two sisters now live together as older women where the truth gradually emerges where we find out the true nature of these sisters. SC, 224pg, b&w $16.95 PROJECT ARMS PART 1 #2 by Ryoji Minagawa Ryo discovers that Hayato, the new kid in town, is responsible for Katsumi's kidnapping. When the two start to fight, one of Hayato's arms transforms into a deformed superweapon. From out of nowhere, a third person appears armed with deadly claws. He was sent by a secret organization to come after both Hayato and Ryo. Will Ryo and Hayato team up against their common enemy or will it be a free for all? And what's going on with all these mutating arms and secret agents? b&w, 40pg $3.25 RANMA 1/2 PART 11 #8 by Rumiko Takahashi Setting out to get the magical teapot that will get the female Ranma back to his male side, Ranma, Mousse, and Ryoga lose all their money and their map! To make up for this loss, they all get jobs at a hot spring inn! Then, Herb, Mint, and Lime stop by for a soak in the hot spring, and join in to try whatever it takes to switch Ranma back! b&w, 32pg (8 of 11) $2.95 RANMA ½ ALARM CLOCKS Be late no longer with these adorable alarm clocks that brighten up any room, and keep sleeping-in excuses to a minimum! Choose from Genma in Panda form, or boy Ranma and Akane! (CAUT: 4) RANMA & AKANE $14.95 PANDA $14.95 SILENT MÖBIUS: BLOOD PART 11 #4 by Kia Asamiya As half-human, half-Lucifer Hawk sisters Rally and Rosa Cheyenne continue their sublime battle with each other Ganossa Maximillion just sits back and observes with amusement. Meanwhile the other members of the A.M.P. have hordes of Lucifer Hawks to deal with. Could this be the beginning of the end? b&w, 32pg (4 of 5) $2.95 SPIRITED AWAY VOLUME 4 TP by Hayao Miyazaki In this volume, Sen finally sees Haku's true nature: a flying white dragon. But it may be too late for Haku as he's chased by a flock of paper birds and dying from a fatal spell that's been put on him. Sen discovers that Haku's stolen a valuable stamp from Yu-baba's twin sister and it's she, a powerful sorceress, who's put this spell on him. To save Haku's life, Sen must journey to Swamp Bottom and return the stamp to Yu-baba's sister. Meanwhile, why is the No-Face monster randomly devouring the workers of the bathhouse? SC, 168pg, b&w $9.95 SPIRITED AWAY PICTURE BOOK Based on the film by Hayao Miyazaki A children's storybook that's illustrated with color stills from the film, Spirited Away! This book tells the story of the new animated film from the director of Kiki's Delivery Service and Princess Mononoke. Mom, Dad, and their daughter Chihiro are driving on their way to their new home. Chihiro isn't excited to be attending a new school. Dad takes a wrong turn, however, and the family becomes lost in a forest. Eventually, they find their way to a strange abandoned amusement park. Chihiro wanders off and returns only to find out Mom and Dad have turned into pigs. Frightened as night falls, Chihiro discovers she's in a world inhabited by ghosts, demons, and strange gods. A mysterious boy Haku helps her and tells her that to survive in this world, Chihiro must find work. She must go down to the boiler room and seek out an old man named Kamaji. SC, 168pg, FC $19.95 UZUMAKI VOLUME 3 TP by Junji Ito In the third and final volume, with their town devastated by titanic hurricanes, the citizens of Kurôzu-cho — including Shuichi, Kirie and her family — find themselves cut off from the outside world. Reporters and rescue teams cross the mountain range into Kurôzu-cho only to find themselves unable to leave. Trapped inside the cursed ruins, the desperate survivors struggle and huddle together, waiting to turn into giant snails or worse. The very laws of nature are changed as the spiral sucks them in. And to fight it, or to escape, the last survivors must go to the heart of the horror to witness what may be their eventual fate. Plus, a 32-page bonus Uzumaki story not published in PULP! MATURE READERS SC, 260pg, b&w (3 of 3) $16.95 STAR OF THE MONTH UZUMAKI VOLUME 2 TP art by Junji Ito A fiendish power — the power of the spiral — swirls about the sleepy, fogbound town of Kurôzu-cho. It haunts the streets, kills some of its inhabitants, drives others mad… and changes others in even more terrible ways. Now Kirie Goshima and her boyfriend, Shuichi Saito (who lost both his parents to the spiral), must find a way to stop the malign spiral and its ghastly followers before their world is engulfed! (STAR15865) MATURE READERS SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 ******************* VAGABOND #12 by Takehiko Inoue Musashi takes on Inshun, the successor to the Hozoin Spear technique. Their battle takes a surprising turn for Musashi as he seems to be fighting a losing battle. Inshun, realizing that Musashi is not one to give up, resolves to fight him to the end. MATURE READERS b&w, 80pg $4.95 Viz Kids DRAGON BALL PART 5 #5 by Akira Toriyama Kuririn and Goku have both mastered the Turtle School of martial arts—but Goku's raw physical power is much greater. As their fight wears on, Kuririn resorts to outwitting his opponent—not that difficult when you can just say "LOOK!" and Goku will turn his head in the direction you're pointing. Meanwhile, Tenshinhan waits to fight the victor. (CAUT: 3) b&w, 48pg (5 of 7) $2.95 DRAGON BALL Z PART 5 #10 by Akira Toriyama Special 72-page issue! At the end of his rope, collapsing from exhaustion, the evil Freeza makes one last attempt to kill Super Saiyan Goku before Planet Namek explodes. Meanwhile, across the galaxy, dead heroes are reunited as the power of the Dragon Balls brings Freeza's countless victims back to life. This is the last issue of the regular Dragon Ball Z monthly comic! (CAUT: 3) b&w, 72pg (10 of 10) $2.95 DRAGON BALL Z VOLUME 10 TP by Akira Toriyama As Freeza changes into his third and fourth forms, each more powerful than the last, the desperate heroes — Gohan, Kuririn, Piccolo and the self-serving Vegeta — find themselves struggling merely to stay alive. On the other side of the planet, Goku awakens from within his healing capsule and streaks to the battlefield in the blink of an eye, hoping to turn the tide against Freeza. But even in his final, supposedly deadliest form, Freeza has an ace up his sleeve. (CAUT: 3) SC, 192pg, b&w $12.95 MEDABOTS PART 4 #1-2 by Horumarin In issue #1, Erika investigates the background of the mysterious Dr. Hushi—the man responsible for the basic Medabot theory. Who was he and what became of him? Ikki discovers that he's been ranked the #3 medafighter in all of Japan. This new found notoriety makes him a target for others who want to defeat such a high ranking! Then, in issue #2, meet Dr. Meta-Evil — whose up to no good! He was trained along with Dr. Aki by Dr. Hushi, but Dr. Meta-Evil uses his knowledge for evil whereas Dr. Aki uses his knowledge for good. What is sort of dastardly plan does he have up his sleeve? #1 (1 of 4)—SC, 40pg, b&w $2.75 #2 (2 of 4)—SC, 40pg, b&w $2.75 ZOIDS #9 by Michiro Ueyama The long ocean voyage comes to an end when Van and his friends finally arrive at a Republic city. When Van wanders through a field of grape vines, a small snack turns into a situation when the stern owner of the field confronts him—and the arrival of marauding Empire ZOIDS turn the domestic situation into an international incident! SC, 72pg, b&w $5.95 Magazines ANIMERICA NOVEMBER 2002 VOLUME 10 #11 The best magazine for anime fans! Fascinating features on the latest and greatest anime, exclusive interviews, news on what's new in Japan and what's arriving soon in America, plus exclusive columns, interviews with voice-actors, anime reviews, video games, model kits and how to build them, anime soundtracks, and more! Remember, If it's anime in America, it's gotta be Animerica! Squarebound. Magazine, 96pg, PC $4.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA NOVEMBER 2002 VOLUME 5 #11 Animerica Extra anniversary issue! The greatest shôjo and shônen manga! A brand-new original cover by Chiho Saito! Read an in-depth look at the classic ghostly manga, Hakuba no Kitaro! In Short Program 2, a mysterious man enters the 5X4P. In Fushigi Yûgi Tamahome runs into his prior captress Yui in the frozen north! In Video Girl Ai it's Mai vs. Ai in combat! Can the cross save Ai? In Steam Detectives will an opera star become Le Bread's sacrifice to the devil? Then, in Chicago it's the climax to the kidnapping in the snow! Also, in Revolutionary Girl Utena, Utena has the world's worst servant, and Wakaba is trapped in a fire! Lastly, in Marionette Generation Kinoko is determined to stay in Izumi's apartment forever! Magazine, 128pg, b&w $4.95 VIZ IN MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2002 Your monthly guide to new releases from Viz Comics, Viz Video, and Viz Music, Viz-In Magazine is North America's manga and anime connection! Don't miss this free monthly full-color poster and sneak peeks at your favorite graphic novels, videos, music, and merchandise. Tabloid MSRP: $0.00 WET EARTH ADVENTURES OF EDGAR MUDD & ELAINE TP Edgar and party continue their search for the book of awe as the technologically-inclined puns keep coming. And the evil Phiste returns to thwart Edgar's plans. In this new-found reality of alien conspiracy and Earthly discontent, will Edgar's humanity be the one thing that saves us all? Watch this hand-painted tell-all conclusion to find out. SC, 106pg, FC $13.95 WHAM COMICS GIRLS IN WHITE #2 by German Mora Mate is your average 24 year-old girl next door, with brown hair, blue eyes, and a friendly smile. But behind those blue eyes lies a secret. One that remains a mystery, even to her. Behold: the continuation to Girls on White! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 24pg, FC $2.95 WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS BOOTLEG #7 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL RES. from Previews Vol. 11 #5(APR012404) b&w, 32pg $3.95 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES ALTER EGO #18 The Marvel Bullpen in the Golden and Silver Ages! This issue features full-color covers by Jack Kirby & Jim Amash (Fantastic Four) and Marc Swayze (Captain Marvel)! A slam-bang interview with artist/colorist Stan Goldberg (the guy who told Stan Lee the F.F. should wear blue, and the Hulk should be green)! Also, secrets behind Timely in the '40s — and the first great days of the Marvel age! Tons of rare art by Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Dick Ayers, Don Heck, John Romita, John Buscema, Joe Maneely, Bill Everett, Carl Burgos, Dan Decarlo, and many more! Plus: a spotlight on Xero, the legendary 1960s science-fiction fanzine that helped launch comics fandom, with Dick & Pat Lupoff, Otto Binder, Don Thompson, Roy Thomas, Bill Schelly, and (believe it or not!) Roger Ebert? Also: an FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) section starring Marc Swayze, C.C. Beck, and others! Michael T. Gilbert & Mr. Monster on Wally Wood ghosting Flash Gordon — and more! (Twomorrows Publishing) Magazine, 8.5x11, 100pg, b&w $5.95 COMIC BOOK ARTIST #23 From Hellboy and back! In this issue, its the magic of Mike Mignola with an exhaustive interview (with the talk ranging from his early Marvel days to current design work on the upcoming Hellboy movie), a huge gallery section (featuring lots of never-before-seen art), and a comprehensive checklist, all behind a new Mignola cover spotlighting his greatest creation, Hellboy! On the flip, Jill Thompson takes us from Sandman to Scary Godmother with a career-spanning conversation, plus tons of art and even a portfolio of the artist-as-model with studies of Jill by Alex Ross, Steve Rude, P. Craig Russell, and more! In addition, you get the dirt on versatile inker Tom Palmer in his studio and also have a talk with legendary science-fiction author Harlan Ellison on his various forays into comics! Magazine, 116pg, b&w $6.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #799-802 Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly publication about comics. Each issue is 8 pages, full color. Weekly features include "CSNsider" (the latest in comics news) and "Ins & Outs," which chronicle major comings and goings. Other features include the "CSNquiry: What's Next?," monthly Hot Picks, gaming news, First Issue Checklist, and the only monthly, alphabetical checklist of everything available including Diamond item codes for easier ordering! Fresh, fast, and fun, CSN proves every week why it has been comics #1 publication for 15 years. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PI Ea. COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1510 A focus on horror. As is the annual tradition, this issue of CBG turns to tales of the supernatural with a focus on horror comics. In addition, columnists Tony Isabella, Andrew Smith, Craig Shutt, and Peter David share tricks and treats with readers. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1511 December debuts! CBG's panel of retailer reviewers provides picks and pans for comics scheduled to ship in December. In addition, regular columnists Andrew Smith, Craig Shutt, Peter David, and Tony Isabella offer their views. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1512 Take a fall trip to Vermont. In the early '70s Rutland, Vermont, and its annual Halloween parade featuring revelers dressed up as super-heroes was a plot hook for a number of comics. Mr. Silver Age examines some of the best. With additional columns by Peter David, Tony Isabella, and Andrew Smith this is a can't-miss issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1513 Silver Age antics. Mr. Silver Age (aka Craig Shutt) rakes up Silver Age silliness in this week's column. The finder of obscure stuff is joined by regular columnists Andrew Smith, Peter David, and Tony Isabella. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #150 This is the top-selling U.S. comic news magazine in Europe! This magazine covers both mainstream and indie titles with 22+ pages of all-company news, over 100 reviews of current on-sale titles, plus regular columns on Internet gossip, market overviews, comics and film reports, international festival guide, in-depth Q&A with many answers by top professionals, investment tips, heated comics debates, and listings of all major mainstream and indie titles shipping next month — with full credits and story synopses. Plus, "Hotshots" and "Close-ups" on key titles. (Comics International) Magazine, 84pg, PC $2.25 COMICS REVUE #199 A 100-page special! A new Modesty Blaise story complete, and a Cerebus cover by Dave Sim.2! Comic strips from the 1930's featuring: The Phantom by Lee Falk; Alley Oop by V. T. Hamlin; Krazy Kat by George Herriman; and Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray. From the 1940's: Tarzan and the Diamond of Ashra by Dan Barry. From the 1950's: Buz Sawyer by Roy Crane; Flash Gordon by Dan Barry. From the 1960's: Steve Canyon by Milton Caniff. From the 70's: Gasoline Alley by Dick Moores and Modesty Blaise by Peter O'Donnell. (Manuscript Press) Magazine $6.95 ***************************** Please refer to the Comics section under Blue Line Production listings for Little White Mouse Open Space. ***************************** SKETCH MAGAZINE #17 With a bold style that makes him one of the most sought-after illustrators in the business, Ron Garney brings his artistic flair to bear in depicting one of comic's greatest super groups - the uncanny X-Men. Ron talks about how his years of experience and talent led to his joining the X-Men artist hall of fame, and his thoughts on his contributions to these and other wildly popular characters. Adding to the excitement, Sketch supplies its usual uncannily instructional columns on digital coloring, penciling, scripting, etc. - all the "how-to" both muties and non- mutants alike need to create their own comics, all explained in an eye-catching, informative, and attractive format. (Blue Line Pro) Magazine, 64pg, b&w $5.95 COMICS SPOTLIGHT #2 This all-crime issue proves that crime does indeed pay! Take an in-depth look at the modern age revival of crime comics, spotlighting White Out, Queen & Country, Stray Bullets, Sin City, Torso, Powers, Detectives, Inc., McCandless & Company, Ruse, Jinx and more! Interviews include Greg Rucka, Steve Lieber, Gene Gonzales, Don McGregor and many others. Also featured is a special spotlight update on McGregor's Nathaniel Dusk project. Plus, Seduction of the Innocent Revisited: A look at the crime comic hit list. Readers also can get a chance to win Claude St. Aubin's spectacular crime cover for this issue! Cover A features Claude St. Aubin. Cover B features Gene Gonzales/Detectives, Inc. (Ground Zero LLC) (CAUT: 4) COVER A—Magazine, 80pg, b&w $4.95 COVER B—Magazine, 80pg, b&w $4.95 HUMOR TIMES The Humor Times is for those who love to laugh! Full of great cartoons and humor columns, it is sought out by faithful readers each month, keeping them smiling all year! In this unique publication, some of the country's finest editorial cartoonists take a look at what's happening on the world stage, while adding their own commentary via the irreverent art of cartooning. Also featured are humor columnists such as nationally known comedian Will Durst and others. In addition, there are lots of great panel cartoons from the likes of Dave Coverly ("Speed Bump") and Dan Reynolds ("Reynolds Unwrapped"). Finished off with a whole page of the absurdly funny world view of Dan Piraro, and his cartoon panels "Bizarro." (Humor Times) Magazine $3.00 TRIPWIRE VOLUME 5 #1 Here it is at last! Tripwire's full color relaunch begins with a bang, as the magazine looks at all things Daredevil! From the forthcoming movie to Bendis and Maleev's run on the book! Also starting this issue is Ashley Wood's Illustrators; Studio Space (a look at comic illustrators and painters, starting with Phil Hale); a look at MTV's new animated Spider-man series; Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee's Batman; and Mike Carey on Lucifer & Firestorm. Also, "Launchpad" (Tripwire's focus on new talent); What Were They Thinking? (a look at the comic, film and TV series that should never have been), Past Perfect (retro looks at comic and film classics); and more! Under the powerhouse design team of superstar illustrator Ashley Wood (Automatic Kafka, Sam & Twitch, Pop Bot) and Tom Muller, Tripwire will be the only genre magazine you'll need! (Tripwire Comics & Music) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 96pg, FC $5.95 WRITE NOW! #2 The magazine about writing for Comics, Animation, and Science-Fiction. Back for a second issue! Behind an all-new cover by Erik Larsen, editor Danny Fingeroth presents more inside tips on writing from top professionals, including: Dennis O'Neil (writer and editor of Batman, Green Lantern, and Azrael), Erik Larsen (creator, writer and artist of Image's Savage Dragon), Stan Berkowitz (writer and story editor of Cartoon Network's Justice League Adventures), Todd Alcott (screenwriter of Antz), Anne D. Bernstein (writer of MTV's Daria), and Lee Nordling, one of the world's foremost authorities on syndicated comic strips, and editor of Platinum Studios' comics line. All this, and an overview of Books on Writing. (Twomorrows Publishing) Magazine, 80pg $5.95 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES LEE'S TOY REVIEW NOVEMBER 2002 #121 Here comes Santa-Claus! Year-end product features abound (stuff you've forgotten about since the Toy Fair issue!), along with the 2002 Holiday Shopping Guide! What's hot for the holidays and what's not. 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