PREVIEWS VOL. 14 #9 DARK HORSE COMICS CONAN #10 KURT BUSIEK (W), CARY NORD (P), THOMAS YEATES (P), DAVE STEWART (C), and LEINIL FRANCIS YU (Cover) On November 17, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Conan accused of murder! Burglarizing a lush temple, Conan stumbles across a dead body and is blamed for the crime. But can the city guard even hope to hold him? Part One of our two-part adaptation of Robert E. Howard’s “The God in the Bowl,” a locked-room mystery with broadswords, evil gods, and more. This also marks the first time Conan runs afoul of Thoth-Amon, greatest sorcerer of the Hyborian Age, who will be Conan’s most deadly and implacable enemy. Find out how their long rivalry begins. • Sales continue to climb on Dark Horse’s biggest hit in years! • Conan was listed as one of Wizard’s Top Ten Books to watch in 2004. • 2003 Eisner-Award winner (Best Single Issue—Conan: The Legend) THE INCREDIBLES #1 (OF 4) Expect the Incredible! Adapted from a script by BRAD BIRD (W), RICARDO CURTIS (P), and RAMON PEREZ (I) On sale November 24, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The city of Municiberg was once protected by many heroes, but its main champion was the ultra-strong Mr. Incredible—who always worked alone. But things went awry for Mr. Incredible and the rest of the Supers when they were hit with a series of lawsuits brought by those they once saved. To diffuse the situation, the government created a relocation program for the Supers—who, in exchange for an end to the lawsuits, went into hiding and promised never to use their powers again. Now, Mr. Incredible is simply Bob Parr, living the suburban life with his wife Helen, and their three children. However, family life and the daily nine-to-five routine aren’t enough for Bob, who frequently sneaks out to do “hero work” in the evenings. Bob’s inability to move on from past glories soon puts a strain on his home life. But one day things take an unexpected turn when Bob is contacted by a mysterious woman who recruits him for some top-secret hero work… • Adapted from The Incredibles, a Walt Disney Pictures presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios film—in theaters November 5th. JINGLE BELLE #1 (OF 4) Paul Dini’s sassy, spunky creation comes to Dark Horse with an all-new four-issue series. PAUL DINI (W), JOSE GARABALDI (P), and STEPHANIE GLADDEN (P) On sale November 24, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The first issue features two stories with Jingle Belle and her gal pal Polly Green stirring up trouble. In “A Very Special Jingle Belle Special” Jingle Belle is once again trying to sell her life story as the unsung hero of the holiday season. After several failed attempts Jingle thinks she finally found a way to correct past mistakes. She once again defies Santa’s “no publicity” edict and signs with a cartoon producer to make an all-new animated special. But she soon finds herself facing adversaries even more dangerous than the Blizzard Wizard and his snow monsters—contemporary TV executives! The “Polly Green Backup Story” finds Jingle’s gal pal Polly Green, fledgling Halloween witch, in quite a predicament. Her family is demanding that she use her magic to conjure up elaborate gifts for them and Polly is sick of being used. Determined to teach her greedy family a lesson, Polly gives one gift to everyone and turns their home into a huge gingerbread mansion. It isn’t long before Polly’s family falls under the spell of the house and devour it, becoming hideously fat. Polly’s relatives beg her to magically make them thin again, but Polly says there’s only one way they can shed those holiday pounds: lots and lots of exercise! DOCTOR SOLAR MAN OF THE ATOM VOLUME 1 HC Now one of the classic “super-hero” characters of our time is available in a hardcover collection! PAUL S. NEWMAN (W), MATT MURPHY (W), and BOB FUJITANI (P) On sale December 29, HC, 208, FC, 6 1/4" x 10 1/4", $49.95 The original incarnation of the classic hero Doctor Solar, Man of the Atom springs to life in this newly remastered collection of classic stories from comic geniuses Paul S. Newman and Matt Murphy, reprinted for the first time in nearly thirty years. Fans of Russ Manning, Mac Raboy, or Alex Raymond will be delighted with artist Bob Fujitani’s original depiction of this classic hero in all his radioactive glory. True fans of the golden age of sci-fi comics will not be disappointed with the newest addition to Dark Horse’s line of classic science fiction titles. ULTRAMAN TIGA VOLUME 2: PAST SINS, PRESENT DANGERS TPB TONY WONG (W) and KHOO FUK LUNG (A) On sale December 29, SC, 200pg, FC, 6" x 9", $15.95 Perhaps one of the most popular of Asia’s cultural icons, Ultraman has charmed fans and fired imaginations since the 1960s. Appearing across both the Anime and Manga media, the character continues to grow in popularity thanks to a devoted fanbase and the ability to constantly reinvent itself. This incarnation of Ultraman, now called “Tiga,” finds the 100-foot-tall hero revived in the year 2049 and facing a world ill-equipped to handle the onslaught of gigantic beasts that are peppering the globe. Melding incredible sci-fi concepts with some of the most exciting action sequences ever put to paper, Ultraman Tiga continues to punch, kick, and karate-chop his way into the hearts of fans around the world. Collecting issue #5-#10 of the series. USAGI YOJIMBO #80 STAN SAKAI (W/A) On sale November 24, 24pg, b&w, $2.99 Join Dark Horse in celebrating the 20th anniversary of Usagi Yojimbo with this last issue of the year! Wandering through feudal Japan, masterless samurai Usagi Yojimbo now encounters a man developing a flying machine! The contraption’s design is based on sketches by an Italian visionary, and though Dr. Takenoko has endured many failures in his quest to soar the skies, he now believes that he has perfected a prototype! However, a thief has learned of his endeavors, and plots to murder the good doctor and claim the machine for himself…if only he can get rid of Usagi! Find out “If Rabbits Could Fly,” this month in Usagi Yojimbo! • Usagi Yojimbo is a 2004 Young Adult Library Services Association award winner! • Stan Sakai has won many industry awards, including a Parents’ Choice Award, an Inkpot Award, multiple Eisner Awards, and the prestigious National Cartoonists Society Comic Book Division Award. FREAKS OF THE HEARTLAND #6 (OF 6) STEVE NILES (W) and GREG RUTH (A) On sale November 17, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Young Trevor Owen and his “freak” brother Will are almost at the end of their road— they’ve fled the family farm where Will spent his entire life hidden from the world, chained up in the barn. Their parents are dead. And now they’re on the run from the law while Gristlewood Valley burns with the flames they started. But all the terror and heartbreak will be worth it if they can make it out of the Valley alive—and take the other three living “freak” children the town has hidden with them. But are four six-year-old freaks of nature and two of their “normal” older siblings any match for a well-armed sheriff and his posse? Don’t miss the stunning and heartbreaking conclusion to this year’s most resonant and unpredictable horror series. • Comics Buyer’s Guide says “Greg Ruth’s darkly sketchy, moodily creepy art evokes the great Gene Colan and fits the disturbing story extremely well.” GRENDEL: DEVIL’S REIGN #6 (OF 7) MATT WAGNER (W) and TIM SALE (A) FOR MATURE AUDIENCES On sale November 10, FC, 32pg, $3.50 In this penultimate chapter of the saga of the first Grendel-Khan, Orion is nowhere to be found, even as the world heads into total war between East and West! After the loss of his wife, the Khan has disappeared, and now a dangerously unpredictable general has his finger on the nuclear button! And how does Eppy Thatcher, the last incarnation of the Devil, fit into this dire picture? Meanwhile, the increasingly unstable Pellon Cross schemes to free his vampiric brethren from internment—with the bloody help of his now- evangelical following. • Re-presenting the original Grendel #39, with remastered color by Matt Hollingsworth and Giulia Brusco. ALSO AVAILABLE GRENDEL CERAMIC SHOT GLASSES Grendel ceramic shot glass (white) (STAR08982) . . . $6.95 Grendel ceramic shot glass (black) (STAR08981) . . . $6.95 GRENDEL CYCLE by Matt Wagner FC, 64pg (STAR01825) . . . $5.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE, & RED TP created and written by Matt Wagner; illustrated by John Paul Leon, Tim Sale, Duncan Fegredo, Paul Chadwick, David Mack, Jason Pearson, Chris Sprouse, and more! b&w&red, 200pg (STAR11757) . . . $18.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE, & RED ZIPPO® LIGHTER Matte-black lighter w/red-and-white design (STAR08983) . . . $29.95 GRENDEL: THE DEVIL INSIDE TPB by Matt Wagner and Bernie Mireault SC, 88pg, FC (SEP030020) . . . $12.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL’S LEGACY TP by Matt Wagner and Arnold & Jacob Pander FC, 328pg (STAR15437) . . . $29.95 GRENDEL LUNCH BOX Full color, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR19573) . . . $14.99 GRENDEL: PAST PRIME GN by Matt Wagner and Greg Rucka SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR11493) . . . $14.95 GRENDEL PVC SET 7 piece full-color PVC set (STAR17746) . . . $39.99 GRENDEL TALES: DEVILS AND DEATHS TP by Darko Macan, Edvin Biukovic, and Matt Hollingsworth SC,144pg, FC (STAR02375) . . . $16.95 GRENDEL TALES: THE DEVIL IN OUR MIDST TP by Steven T. Seagle and Paul Grist SC, 136pg, FC (STAR07662) . . . $15.95 GRENDEL TALES: THE DEVIL MAY CARE TPB by Terry Laban, Peter Doherty, Matt Wagner, and Richard Starkings SC, 160pg, FC (STAR17671) . . . $19.95 GRENDEL TALES: HOMECOMING TP by Pat McEown and Dave Cooper; cover by Matt Wagner SC, 64pg, FC (STAR11494) . . . $7.95 ********************** B.P.R.D. THE DEAD #1 (OF 5) MIKE MIGNOLA (W), JOHN ARCUDI (W), GUY DAVIS (P), and DAVE STEWART (C) On sale November 3, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Abe Sapien digs up more details of his origin, as the biggest secret in ten years of Hellboy comics continues to unravel. The other members of the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense meet their new team leader, a formerly dead Pentagon special operative, as they move in to their new command center to combat the ongoing plague of frogs. • John Arcudi (Doom Patrol, JLA) joins the team as co-writer, mixing his bizarre brand of action and humor with Mignola’s own unique writing style. • Wizard says “Guy Davis knack for atomspheric horror keeps the mood creepy throughout.” KINGDOM OF THE WICKED TPB IAN EDGINTON (W) and D’ISRAELI (A) On sale December 1, SC, 120pg, FC, 7" x 10", $15.95 Forget J. K. Rowling. Forget Lemony Snicket. Forget Phillip Pullman. Christopher Grahame is the premier children’s author of the twenty-first century. From a handful of homespun tales told to his own children at bedtime, Chris Grahame is now a publishing phenomenon. With his work translated into everything from Aborigine to Zulu, he is the cornerstone of a multi-million dollar, franchise-spewing empire. Is it any surprise then that under all this pressure something has to give? Unfortunately, it’s Chris’s mind. Stricken by mysterious headaches and blackouts that plagued his childhood, Chris once again finds himself walking the avenues and boulevards of Castrovalva—the fantasy realm he dreamt up as a boy, to while away his recuperation. But like Chris, Castrovalva has also changed. Deluged in mud, blood, and barbed wire, war has come to wonderland. Chris tries to tell himself it’s all a bad dream ... so why can’t he wake up? • Ian Edginton and D’Israeli also collaborated on Scarlet Traces which Entertainment Weekly gave an “A” grade, calling it “bold and shattering.” BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #95: CONFESSION (ONE SHOT) HIROAKI SAMURA (W/A) On sale November 10, b&w, 32pg, $2.99 Magatsu, licking his wounds after last issue’s bloody showdown, plays samurai detective after he journeys to the site of an Ittö-ryu massacre. In a weird turnaround, it’s a batch of new Ittö-ryu warriors who are massacred! Crossbow expert Hyakurin is also convalescing, under Giichi’s protection while she slowly becomes battle-ready. A heartbreaking conversation provides some insight into Giichi’s character, and the ever- present Blade cliffhanger leaves us wondering about Hyakurin’s future. Gracing this issue are two stellar pinups by rising comic book stars Jonathan and Joshua Luna! FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ALSO AVAILABLE BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 1: BLOOD OF A THOUSAND TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 136pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR09342) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 2: CRY OF THE WORM TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 176pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR09466) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 3: DREAMSONG TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 208pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR10275) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 4: ON SILENT WINGS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 176pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR09943) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 5: ON SILENT WINGS II TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 184pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR10899) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 6: DARK SHADOWS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 192pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR12025) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 7: HEART OF DARKNESS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 240pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR13139) . . . $16.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 8: THE GATHERING TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 208pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR14147) . . . $15.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 9: THE GATHERING VOL. II TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 216pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR14935) . . . $15.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 10: SECRETS TP by Hiroaki Samura SC, 232pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR15935) . . . $16.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 11: BEASTS by Hiroaki Samura SC, 192pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR17346) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL VOLUME 12: AUTUMN FROST by Hiroaki Samura SC, 232pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (SEP030034) . . . $16.95 *********************** HELLSING VOLUME 5 TPB KOHTA HIRANO (W/A) FOR MATURE AUDIENCES On sale December 1, SC, 208pg, b&w, 5" x 7", $9.95 Intense and full of psychotic action, Hellsing continues its fevered pitch into a dark chaos that defies human logic. Human? Well, there are only a few left in the story line, as the emerging Millennium Project, an army of Nazi undead, is unleashed upon the world. What will surely ensue is a war of blood and nostalgia, with a coolly gothic style and increasingly frenetic pace. Envision the Hindenburg, old sharpshooter rifles, and throwback uniforms, mixed with new jet technology and incredibly bold vampires. Hellsing is packed to the gills with radical mysticism and scary apocalypse…and it’s fun as Hell! ALSO AVAILABLE HELLSING VOLUME 1 TPB by Kohta Hirano SC, 208pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (STAR20336) . . . $13.95 HELLSING VOLUME 2 TPB by Kohta Hirano SC, 180pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (DEC030060) . . . $13.95 HELLSING VOLUME 3 TPB by Kohta Hirano SC, 192pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (MAR040059) . . . $13.95 HELLSING VOLUME 4 TPB by Kohta Hirano SC, 192pg, b&w, 5" x 7" . . . $13.95 ********************** SAMURAI EXECUTIONER VOLUME 3 TPB KAZUO KOIKE (W) and GOSEKI KOJIMA (A) On sale December 8, SC, 312pg, b&w, 4" x 6", $9.95 Readers of Lone Wolf & Cub came to know a samurai of such high honor that he was not only able to perform but enjoyed and, in fact, learned from basic daily tasks. Cutting wood, cooking food. That wasn’t something a samurai did back in feudal Japan. These same human elements are apparent in Kubikiri Asa, the main character in Samurai Executioner. He’s a man of the people, though his job is to separate many of those same people from their heads. In this volume, however, we’re treated to three fantastic stories of amazing weapons skill, both on the part of Asa and those around him. Witness, for the first time in this series, a duel between two great samurai, in the slow, contemplative tradition. Observe Asa’s extremely precise sword stroke. And read a charming story of a young peace officer who practices the use of his specialized weaponry to the point of utilitarian, life-saving perfection. It’s more classic samurai stories in our third volume of Samurai Executioner. FOR MATURE AUDIENCES SUPER MANGA BLAST! #47 MOHIRO KITOH (W/A), MAKOTO KOBAYASHI (W/A), KENICHI SONODA (W/A), YUZO TAKADA (W/A), and HIROYUKI UTATANE (W/A) with YO MORIMOTO (W/A) FOR MATURE AUDIENCES On sale November 24, b&w, 128pg, $5.99 Kenichi Sonoda’s current Cannon God Exaxxion story arc nears its conclusion, with Earth’s champion attempting to outwit and outmaneuver the alien invaders’ massive robot, piloted by the cunning Colonel Hulan’ki. Makoto Kobayashi’s slice-of-Tokyo-life drama, Club 9, sees the naïve Haruo back at her hostess job and troubled pitcher Koji Uryü struggling to regain past successes. Kobayashi’s Eisner-Nominated What’s Michael? offering features a rare 13-page story, some cute kittens, and ONE DANGEROUS BABY! Seraphic Feather illustrates how a doomed shuttle in the cold vacuum of space just doesn’t mix well with treacherous super-soldiers and enraged, meta-human U.N. agents! Shiina returns to the pages of Shadow Star, with a new look, a new scar, and plenty of new school troubles. ALSO AVAILABLE SUPER MANGA BLAST! by Various Issue #2, b&w, 128pg, (STAR11272), $4.95 Issue #3, b&w, 128pg, (STAR11273), $4.95 Issue #4, b&w, 128pg, (STAR11386), $4.95 Issue #5, b&w, 128pg, (STAR11866), $4.95 Issue #6, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13291), $4.95 Issue #7, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13292), $4.99 Issue #8, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13293), $4.99 Issue #9, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13294), $4.99 Issue #10, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13295), $4.99 Issue #11, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13296), $4.99 Issue #12, b&w, 128pg, (STAR13297), $4.99 Issue #13, b&w, 128pg, (STAR14965), $4.99 Issue #14, b&w, 128pg, (STAR15627), $4.99 Issue #15, b&w, 128pg, (STAR14966), $5.99 Issue #16, b&w, 128pg, (STAR14967), $5.99 Issue #17, b&w, 128pg, (AUG010083), $5.99 Issue #18, b&w, 128pg, (STAR14968), $5.99 Issue #19, b&w, 128pg, (STAR15628), $5.99 Issue #20, b&w, 128pg, (STAR15629), $5.99 Issue #21, b&w, 128pg, (FEB020073), $5.99 Issue #22, b&w, 128pg, (MAR020071), $5.99 Issue #23 , b&w, 128pg, (APR020075), $5.99 Issue #24, b&w, 128pg, (MAY020067), $5.99 Issue #25, b&w, 128pg, (JUL020056), $5.99 Issue #26, b&w, 128pg, (AUG020037), $5.99 Issue #27, b&w, 128pg, (SEP020062), $5.99 Issue #28, b&w, 128pg, (OCT020035), $5.99 Issue #29, b&w, 128pg, (NOV020034), $5.99 Issue #30, b&w, 128pg, (DEC020035), $5.99 Issue #31, b&w, 128pg, (FEB030078), $5.99 Issue #32, b&w, 128pg, (MAR030045), $5.99 Issue #33, b&w, 128pg, (APR030055), $5.99 Issue #34, b&w, 128pg, (MAY030047), $5.99 Issue #35, b&w, 128pg, (JUN030064), $5.99 Issue #36, b&w, 128pg, (JUL030049), $5.99 Issue #37, b&w, 128pg, (SEP030044), $5.99 Issue #38, b&w, 128pg, (OCT030052), $5.99 Issue #39, b&w, 128pg, (NOV030059), $5.99 ************************ STAR WARS: OBSESSION #1 (OF 5) HADEN BLACKMAN (W), BRIAN CHING (P/Cover), and BRAD ANDERSON (Cover) On sale November 17, FC, 32pg, $2.99 While Anakin Skywalker enjoys a brief respite from the Clone Wars (and a reunion with his secret wife Padmé Amidala), Obi-Wan Kenobi embarks on a “personal” mission. Kenobi’s first stop is a frontier town on the swamp world of Trigalis, where he fights a small army of bounty hunters, duels with a crime lord who has ties to Count Dooku, and obtains undercover help from fellow Jedi Aayla Secura. All that just to verify a rumor about an enemy that he can’t forget. Obi-Wan is becoming obsessed, and he knows it. But the danger of flirting with the dark side is a risk he’s willing take to save the person about whom he cares most in the galaxy. Dark Horse sets its sights on the events leading up to the most anticipated event in Star Wars history: Episode III! STAR WARS: EMPIRE #27 RON MARZ (W), ADRIANA MELO (P), MICHAEL ATIYEH (C), and TOMMY LEE EDWARDS (Cover) On sale November 3, FC, 32pg, $2.99 “General Skywalker” Part 2 (of 2)—Luke Skywalker is a pilot for the Rebel Alliance and a Jedi-in-training, but when a Rebel intel team gets pinned down by an unexpected Imperial patrol Luke receives an unexpected promotion—to General! It’s all part of Commander Narra’s plan to enlist the aid of an unexpected ally that could turn the tables on the Imperials. STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #71 JOHN OSTRANDER (W), JAN DUURSEMA (P/Cover), DAN PARSONS (I), and BRAD ANDERSON (C) On sale November 24, FC, 32pg, $2.99 “The Dreadnaughts Of Rendili” Part 3 (of 3)—The action is fast and furious as the Jedi pull out all stops to prevent the Separatists from commandeering the mighty Rendili Fleet. Anakin Skywalker and renegade Jedi Quinlan Vos team up in their starfighters, Vos is finally captured and broght to justice for his crimes, and Anakin has what he hopes will be a final showdown with dark Jedi Asajj Ventress high above the dark alleys of Coruscant! Against the backdrop of the Clone Wars, dark deeds are made to seem right, so that even a Jedi might condone revenge! KOTOBUKIYA STAR WARS HAN SOLO PRE-PAINTED SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT On sale December 15, 13" tall, vinyl figure, packaged in a window box, $99.99 A new release in our import program of the award-winning Artfx large vinyl Star Wars figures depicts one of the most-requested characters from the original trilogy—Han Solo. Han and his Wookiee first mate and co-pilot Chewbacca had a variety of adventures throughout the fringe of galactic society. Solo not only made useful allies, but powerful enemies. Han eventually met up with a young gambler named Lando Calrissian. After a period of adventuring, Han won Lando’s freighter, the Millennium Falcon in a heated sabacc game. As always, Kotobukiya’s attention to detail and great craftsmanship is on display. STAR WARS VINYL KITS AND MINI-BUSTS KOTOBUKIYA CLONE TROOPER PRE-PAINTED SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT Poised and ready for battle, the Clone Trooper conjures up all the excitement of filmdom’s most cherished space fantasy. Measuring approximately 13" from the base to the tip of his laser rifle, this figure sets a new standard for the vinyl category. Packaged in a giant color window-box, this item will be the centerpiece for any Star Wars collection. 13" tall, vinyl figure, packaged in a window box (OCT030055) . . . $94.99 KOTOBUKIYA JANGO FETT PRE-PAINTED SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT Jango Fett, one of the galaxy’s deadliest bounty hunters, the basis of the clone army, and father to Boba Fett. Jango stands more than eleven inches tall and comes packaged in a beautifully designed window box. This detailed representation of the ultimate bounty hunter belongs on the shelf of any serious Star Wars collector. 11" tall vinyl figure, packaged in window box, (NOV030075) . . . $99.99 KOTOBUKIYA OBI-WAN KENOBI PRE-PAINTED SOFT VINYL MODEL KIT Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi Master and teacher to Anakin Skywalker, captured as he rushed into battle. This masterfully sculpted model, which is very easily assembled, stands thirteen inches tall and comes in a full-color window box. 11" tall vinyl figure, packaged in window box, (DEC030026) . . . $94.99 STAR WARS MINIBUST: BIKER SCOUT The stormtroopers designated as scouts wear lightweight armor that is considerably more flexible than the standard uniform. Much like their infantry counterparts, scout troopers wear a black body glove covered with white armor. Scouts often work in conjunction with light reconnaissance vehicles, such as Imperial speeder bikes. For this reason, they are often referred to as biker scouts. 5 1/2", numbered & limited, packaged in a full-color box, (OCT030054) . . . $45.00 STAR WARS MINIBUST: GRAND MOFF TARKIN Grand Moff Tarkin was the Imperial governor of the Outland Regions, and the mastermind of the Death Star project. A brilliant and ruthless tactician, Tarkin was a loyal adherent to Emperor Palpatine’s vision of the New Order. He saw the Death Star as the ultimate weapon to ensure absolute rule over the galaxy. 5 1/2" tall, numbered and limited to 7,500, packaged in a full-color box, (STAR20418) . . . $45.00 STAR WARS MINIBUST: GREEDO A Rodian bounty hunter, he had large multifaceted eyes, skull-ridge spines, and a tapirlike snout. He learned the noble profession of bounty hunting from Spurch “Warhog” Goa and became one of Jabba the Hutt’s henchmen. He caught up with Han Solo at a cantina in Mos Eisley on Tatooine and attempted to collect the bounty offered by Jabba. Solo was forced to dispose of Greedo. 6 1/2" tall, fully painted minibust, () . . . $45.00 TIM BURTON OYSTER BOY BOOK AND VOODOO GIRL FIGURE BOXED SET On sale January 12, The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Other Stories, Voodoo Girl PVC figure, packaged in a 7" x 4" x 9 1/2" double-sided window box, $24.99 We are pleased to announce that by special arrangement with Tim Burton and Harper- Collins, we are creating a special deluxe package featuring Burton’s hardcover book, The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Other Stories, packaged with a specially created figure of Voodoo Girl. Many collectors have acquired the PVC figure sets based on characters from the book, but Voodoo Girl is being brought forward for the first time exclusively for this package, which is a deluxe 7" x 4" x 9 1/2" double-sided window box. One side displays the book cover and the other side frames the elaborately detailed figure. STICK BOY & MATCH GIRL NOTE CARDS AND FIGURES BOXED SET On sale January 12, 2 PVC figures (Stick Boy & Match Girl), 8 note cards (2 designs), 8 envelopes, packaged in a custom box . . . $17.99 We have discovered the perfect gift set for two of Tim Burton’s favorite characters, those star-crossed lovebirds named Stick Boy and Match Girl. We have created two 4" pvc figures of the duo, which are only available in this package. Included are a set of eight note cards ( 4 each of two designs) and envelopes, featuring Tim Burton’s original drawings of the characters. We also have included a card that reprints the short poem that tells the story of this ill-fated romance. TIM BURTON T-SHIRTS On sale October 20 Visionary director Tim Burton is also the author/illustrator of The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Other Stories, a cute and creepy book of endearing tales about strange misfit boys and girls. Our line of merchandise is based on characters from this work, and this month we bring you two new additions to our popular t-shirt line. PIN CUSHION QUEEN Cap sleeve babydoll tee/White with red/Adult S-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 MUMMY BOY Plain tee/Gray/Adult S-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 HOT STUFF HOT STUFF STATUETTE & FIGURINES We just can’t get enough of that fiery little devil! Imported from France and sculpted of the highest quality by Demons and Merveilles, this classic Harvey Comics character continues to get into mischief. We are pleased to add these four new Hot Stuff items to our line. On sale October 27 HOT STUFF “HOT DOG” STATUETTE Approximately 6-3/4”, $49.99 HOT STUFF “PIGGY BANK” FIGURINE Approximately 3-1/2”, $24.99 HOT STUFF “MMMM!” FIGURINE Approximately 3-3/4”, $24.99 HOT STUFF “TEMPER TANTRUM” FIGURINE Approximately 3-3/4”, $24.99 INTRON DEPOT T-SHIRTS Dark Horse is pleased to offer you two new T-shirts featuring the futuristic art of Masamune Shirow. These shirts feature designs from Shirow’s Intron Depot III: Ballistics. On sale October 20 INTRON DEPOT: POLICE Ringer tee/white with red/Adult M-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 INTRON DEPOT: FIRE CATS Ringer tee/white with orange/Adult M-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 ********************** MODERN COMIC BOOK CLASSICS #1: HELLBOY STATUE On sale November 24, 5" tall, packaged in a full-color tin, with a button, and booket, $49.95 Dark Horse has won wide acclaim for its successful series of “Classic Comic” statues, inspired by the “Syroco” statues of the 1940s and sculpted by those fine folks at Yoe! Studio. Nearly 50 different statues have been produced, with many selling out and commanding collector’s prices. This month, we are thrilled to present the first in a companion series , based on comic book characters rather than newspaper strips. We have chosen to concentrate on characters from the last thirty years, but don’t be surprised if the occasional Golden Age character turns up. While the series will feature characters from a variety of publishers’ books, please forgive us if we lead off with one of the best characters that Dark Horse publishes—Mike Mignola’s Hellboy. Sculpted by Yoe! Studios under Mignola’s supervision. The statue is offered in an extremely limited edition of 750 numbered pieces. Hellboy comes packaged in a special litho-printed full-color tin box. Also included is a vintage- style pinback button, and booklet about the character and his creator, Mike Mignola. CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS RELISTS IGNATZ STATUE STAR11787 OLIVE OYL STATUE STAR11789 MANDRAKE STATUE STAR11788 LI'L ABNER STATUE STAR11880 DAISY MAE STATUE STAR11881 DICK TRACY STATUE STAR12089 BEETLE BAILEY STATUE STAR12180 SARGE STATUE STAR12028 LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE STATUE STAR13494 FLASH GORDON STATUE STAR13493 TERRY STATUE From “Terry & the Pirates” STAR13489 DRAGON LADY STATUE From “Terry & the Pirates” STAR13490 FEARLESS FOSDICK STATUE STAR13488 DAGWOOD STATUE STAR13492 BLONDIE STATUE STAR13491 SMOKEY STOVER STATUE STAR13495 WIMPY STATUE STAR13307 BLUTO STATUE STAR13308 ALBERT STATUE STAR14981 NANCY STATUE STAR14036 SLUGGO STATUE STAR14038 ALLEY OOP STATUE STAR15139 LITTLE NEMO STATUE STAR15140 THE YELLOW KID STATUE STAR15332 SHMOO STATUE STAR16180 LITTLE LULU STATUE STAR16280 TUBBY STATUE STAR16281 TARZAN STATUE STAR17124 MING THE MERCILESS STATUE SEP020072 JEEP STATUE STAR17727 OFFISSA PUPP STATUE NOV020039 BUCK ROGERS STATUE DEC020064 WILMA DEERING STATUE JAN030096 POPEYE #2 STATUE JUL030054 ALICE THE GOON STATUE AUG030072 UNCLE WALT STATUE From Gasoline Alley) SEP030067 DENNIS THE MENACE STATUE JAN040086 BARNEY GOOGLE STATUE FEB040081 ****************************** GACHA! SIMPSONS FIGURES SERIES 3 WINNIE THE POOH BOBBLE HEADS “Disney properties and superhero stuff does very well. Most of the properties appeal to kids, but the superhero items appeal to our regular customers as well as their children. We’ve placed the machine right next to our young reader’s section where it has been very popular.” —Doug Adams, Comic Book World, Louisville, KY “The Gacha are doing pretty well and are popular with walk-in traffic. Marvel and Lord of the Rings are the top two properties.” —Dan Parent, Ace Comics, Orlando, FL “We cycle through our stock of the different Gacha to keep the assortments fresh. Simpsons items are the best!” —Derek Collins, Heroes Hangout, Myrtle Beach, SC “I didn’t realize having an abundance of quarters could make me so much money.” —Kelly Heying, Buy Me Toys.com, South Bend, IN Available Now! MARVEL SUPERHERO BOBBLE HEADS HELLBOY MOVIE FIGURES SPIDER-MAN KEYCHAINS SPIDER-MAN FIGURES ***************************** THE GOON LUNCH BOX On sale December 8, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4", full color, embossed lunch box, $14.99 Whether it’s a two-fisted knuckle sandwich or a peanut butter & jelly, you’re good to go to lunch anywhere with this fabulous new litho-printed lunch box featuring The Goon and his posse of malevolent madmen. Direct from Lonely Street, award-winning creator Eric Powell has created all-new art for this item, making full use of the high-quality color printing and maxing out the mayhem for his growing legion of fans. SCARY GIRL LUNCH BOX On sale December 8, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4", full color, embossed lunch box, $14.99 One of the most intriguing characters to emerge from the rapidly-evolving contemporary world of “lowbrow” art and toys is Scary Girl. Best seen as an online comic at: scarygirl.com, this outstanding feature has been inspiring us at Dark Horse. Last month we solicited Scary Girl stationery; this month it’s a lunch box! Who knows what’s next? Best known for creating the “Scary Girl” comic and characters, Nathan Jurevicius hails from Australia, and currently resides with his wife and kids in Toronto, Canada. TIM BURTON RELISTS STAIN BOY PVC SET Three painted 4" figures (Stain Boy, Robot Boy, Girl With many Eyes), packaged in a full color window box (JUN030071) . . . $14.99 TOXIC BOY PVC Three painted 4" (Toxic Boy, Mummy Boy, Penguin Boy), packaged in a full color window box . . . $14.99 OYSTER BOY PVC SET Three painted 4" figures (OysterBoy, Junk Girl, and Boy With Nails in His Eyes), packaged in a full-color window box (STAR19559) . . . $14.99 PIN CUSHION QUEEN PVC SET 3 fully painted PVC figures (Pin Cushion Queen, Brie Boy, Staring Girl), packaged in a full-color window box (OCT030056) . . . $14.99 ROBOT BOY LUNCHBOX 8" x 7" x 3-3/4" lunch box . . . $14.99 TIM BURTON STICKERS Toxic Boy, 1.99 Stain Boy, 1.99 Girl with Many Eyes, 1.99 Pin Cushion Queen, 1.99 Also available as a four-pack in a polybag and printed headercard with j-hook . . .$5.99 TRAGIC THOUGHTS JOURNAL 128pg, FC, concealed spiral bound, light-up journal, $12.99 WRIST BANDS Terrycloth wrist band with embroidered patch (Toxic Boy), $4.99 Terrycloth wrist band with embroidered patch (Stain Boy), $4.99 TRAGIC TEES OYSTER BOY Black, adult Small JUN030076 $17.99 Medium JUN030077 $17.99 Large JUN030078 $17.99 X-Large JUN030079 $17.99 XX-Large JUN030080 $19.99 OYSTER BOY Black babydoll, adult Small JUL035135 $17.99 Medium JUL035136 $17.99 Large JUL035137 $17.99 X-Large JUL035138 $17.99 TOXIC BOY Long sleeve, grey adult Small JUN030072 $24.99 Medium JUN030073 $24.99 Large JUN030074 $24.99 X-Large JUN030075 $24.99 XX-Large JUN030076 $25.99 VOODOO HEART Black camisole Small $17.99 Medium $17.99 Large JUL030065 $17.99 X-Large JUL030066 $17.99 STAIN BOY White, short sleeve, adult Medium JUL030059 $17.99 Large JUL030060 $17.99 X-Large JUL030061 $17.99 ************************ STOCK UP ON THESE TOP SELLING TITLES FOR THE HOLIDAYS! ASTRO BOY VOLUME 1 TPB by Osamu Tezuka SC, 224pg, b&w, 7" x 4 1/2" (STAR15434) . . . $9.95 AKIRA BOOK 1 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 364pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12302) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 2 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 304pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12977) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 3 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 288pg, b&w (STAR13635) . . . $24.95 AKIRA BOOK 4 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 400pg, b&w (STAR10435) . . . $27.95 AKIRA BOOK 5 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 416pg, b&w (STAR14931) . . . $27.95 AKIRA BOOK 6 TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 440pg, b&w (STAR15433) . . . $29.95 BERSERK VOLUME 1 TPB by Kentaro Miura SC, 224pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (STAR20106) . . . $13.95 CANNON GOD EXAXXION: STAGE 1 TPB by Kenichi Sonada SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR17609) . . . $15.95 CHRONICLES OF CONAN VOLUME 1: TOWER OF THE ELEPHANT & OTHER STORIES TPB by Roy Thomas and Barry Windsor Smith SC, 144pg, FC (STAR19686) . . . $15.95 COMPLETELY PIP & NORTON TPB by Dave Cooper & Gavin McInnes SC, 72pg, FC, 8" x 7 1/2" (STAR16384) . . . $9.95 DARK HORSE BOOK OF HAUNTINGS HC by Mike Mignola, P. Craig Russell, Paul Chadwick, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Various HC, 96pg, FC (STAR19413) . . . $14.95 DARK HORSE BOOK OF WITCHCRAFT HC by Mike Mignola, Evan Dorkin, Jill Thompson, Scott Morse, Various HC, 96pg, FC (MAR040030) . . . $14.95 DARK HORSE MAVERICK: HAPPY ENDINGS TPB by Various SC, 96pg, 6"x9", b&w (STAR16443) . . . $9.95 DEAD MEMORY HC by Marc-Antoine Mathieu HC, 64pg, b&w, 9" x 12" (STAR20383) . . . $14.95 DOMU: A CHILD’S DREAM 2nd ED. TPB by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 240pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR01537) . . . $17.95 ELECTRIC FRANKENSTEIN!: HIGH-ENERGY PUNK ROCK & ROLL POSTER ART TPB by Sal Canzonieri SC, 160pg, FC (NOV030033) . . . $19.95 FLOOD!: A NOVEL IN PICTURES TPB by Eric Drooker SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR16496) . . . $14.95 GHOST IN THE SHELL TPB by Masamune Shirow SC, 352pg, b&w (STAR01697) . . . $24.95 GOON: ROUGH STUFF TPB by Eric Powell SC, 88pg, FC (NOV030024) . . . $12.95 GOON VOL. 2: MY MURDEROUS CHILDHOOD (AND OTHER GRIEVOUS YARNS) TPB by Eric Powell SC, 128pg, FC (FEB040029) . . . $13.95 HELLBOY VOLUME 1: SEED OF DESTRUCTION TPB by Mike Mignola and John Byrne SC, 128pg, FC (DEC030030) . . . $17.95 HELLSING VOLUME 1 TPB by Kohta Hirano SC, 208pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (STAR20336) . . . $13.95 ISOLATION AND ILLUSION: COLLECTED SHORT STORIES OF P. CRAIG RUSSELL TPB by P. Craig Russell SC,120pg, FC (STAR17675). . . $14.95 KWAIDAN TPB by Jung and Jee-Yun SC, 144pg, FC (NOV030040) . . . $14.95 LONE WOLF 2100 VOL 1: SHADOWS ON SAPLINGS TPB by Mike Kennedy and Francisco Ruiz Velasco SC, 104pg, FC, 6" x 9" (STAR17942) . . . $12.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 1: THE ASSASSIN’S ROAD TPB by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 296pg, b&w, 4" x 6" (STAR11783) . . . $9.95 MEGATOKYO VOLUME 1 TPB by Fred Gallagher and Rodney Caston SC, 152pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (DEC030059) . . . $9.95 MEGATOKYO VOLUME 2 TPB by Fred Gallagher and Rodney Caston SC, 176pg, b&w, 5" x 7" (OCT030053) . . . $9.95 METROPOLIS TPB by Osamu Tezuka b&w, 168pg, SC, 4 1/2" x 7" (STAR18207). . . $13.95 MIKE MIGNOLA'S B.P.R.D.: HOLLOW EARTH AND OTHER STORIES TPB by Mike Mignola & Various SC, 120pg, FC (STAR17945) . . . $17.95 MOTHER, COME HOME TPB by Paul Hornschemeier SC, 128pg, FC (AUG030038) . . . $14.95 MURDER MYSTERIES HARDCOVER original short story created & written by Neil Gaiman adaptation created and illustrated by P. Craig Russell HC, 7" x 10", 64pg, FC (STAR15851) . . . $13.95 PETE VON SHOLLY’S MORBID GN by Pete Von Sholly SC, 96pg, FC, 7" x 10" (STAR20080) . . . $14.95 POP GUN WAR TPB by Farel Dalrymple SC, 136pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR18889). . . $13.95 REVEAL! #1 TPB by Various SC, 64pg, FC (STAR17147) . . . $6.95 SCARLET TRACES HC by Ian Edginton and D'Israeli HC, 88pg, FC (STAR19435) . . . $14.95 SCATTERBRAIN HARDCOVER COLLECTION by Mike Mignola, Craig Thompson, Kilian Plunkett, Jim Woodring, Sergio Aragonés, Evan Dorkin, Steve Parkhouse, Steve Guarnaccia, Greg Clarke, Jay Stephens, Dave Cooper, & more; cover art by Craig Thompson FC, HC, 9" x13", 128pg (STAR14925) . . . $19.95 SERAPHIC FEATHER VOL. 1: CRIMSON ANGEL TPB by Hiroyuki Utatane and Yo Morimoto SC, 232pg, b&w (STAR14712) . . . $17.95 SOCK MONKEY TPB by Tony Millionaire b&w, 96pg, SC (STAR11519) . . . $9.95 SOCK MONKEY: A CHILDREN’S BOOK TPB by Tony Millionaire b&w, SC, 6" x 9", 80pg (STAR14506) . . . $9.95 SOCK MONKEY: THE GLASS DOOR KNOB HC by Tony Millionaire HC, 40pg, 8"x10", FC . . . $14.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN’S GUIDE FOR THE PERPLEXED TPB by Shannon Wheeler SC, 144pg, b&w (STAR08167) . . . $10.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN’S PARADE OF TIRADE TPB by Shannon Wheeler SC, 144pg, b&w (STAR10415) . . . $12.95 TRIGUN VOLUME 1 TPB byYasuhiro Nightow SC, 360pg, b&w, 5 1/8" x 7 1/4" (STAR19783) . . . $14.95 TRIGUN MAXIMUM VOLUME 1 TPB: THE HERO RETURNS by Yasuhiro Nightow SC, 192pg, b&w, 5 1/8" x 7 1/4" (FEB040056) . . . $9.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: THE BRINK OF LIFE & DEATH TPB by Stan Sakai; introduction by Kurt Busiek SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR08246) . . . $14.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: GRASSCUTTER TPB by Stan Sakai; introduciton by Will Eisner SC, 256pg, b&w (STAR09937) . . . $16.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: SEASONS TPB by Stan Sakai; introduction by Lynn Johnston SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR09180) . . . $14.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: SHADES OF DEATH TPB by Stan Sakai; introduction by William Stout SC, 200pg, (STAR06915) . . . $14.95 WILL EISNER SKETCHBOOK HC (NEW EDITION) by Will Eisner HC, 200pg, b&w, 9" x 12" (JUL030035) . . . $49.95 LAST DAY IN VIETNAM GN by Will Eisner Brown ink on antique paper, 80pg (STAR11500) . . . $10.95 XENOZOIC TALES VOLUME 1 TPB by Mark Schultz SC, 128pg, b&w (STAR18423) . . . $14.95 DC COMICS BATMAN SECTION DETECTIVE COMICS #800 Written by Andersen Gabrych and David Lapham Art by Pete Woods, Cam Smith and Lapham Cover by Jock Don’t miss this landmark, extra-sized issue! Following the shocking events of “War Games,” Batman faces an entirely different — and dangerous — Gotham City. And with Killer Croc and the Mad Hatter on the loose, does the Dark Knight even stand a chance? Plus, a backup story written and illustrated by David Lapham (Stray Bullets) serves as a prelude to the next epic DETECTIVE COMICS storyline, Lapham’s “City of Crime!” On sale Nov 3 • 48 pg, FC, $3.50 US BATMAN #634 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art by Paul Lee & Brian Horton Cover by Matt Wagner In this “War Games” epilogue written by Andersen Gabrych (DETECTIVE COMICS) with art by Paul Lee (midnight, MASS: Here there be monsters) & Brian Horton, several secrets are revealed about crucial moments of the monumental event! The gang war that swept through Gotham changed the landscape of the Dark Knight’s world. Now Batman and Nightwing must pick up the pieces of this shattered city. On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #185 Written by Shane McCarthy Art by Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Sean Phillips Part 1 of the 5-part “Riddle Me That” — the ultimate Riddler story! Someone is using riddles in the kidnapping of an influential Gotham City doctor. But the crime is more brutal than anything the Dark Knight has experienced with Edward Nigma. Who’s the madman behind it all? On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #59 Written by Robbie Morrison Art by Charlie Adlard Cover by Jae Lee Fresh off his bone-cracking appearance in “War Games,” Mr. Freeze returns looking to ice Gotham City once and for all! But when he & Batman end up facing death together, can they set aside their differences long enough to live? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BATGIRL: YEAR ONE TP Written by Scott Beatty & Chuck Dixon Art and cover by Marcos Martin & Alvaro Lopez Reoffered to coincide with BATGIRL #58, featuring a new creative team! Take a look into the action-packed origin of the original Batgirl, Barbara Gordon! This volume collects the 9-issue miniseries that uncovered her transformation from citizen into super- heroine. On sale Nov 24 • 224 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST BIRDS OF PREY #76 Written by Gail Simone Art by Ed Benes Cover by Jason Pearson As the Birds rise from the rubble of “War Games” and take flight, the new story arc “Hero Hunters” begins with a bang! And wait ‘til you meet their co-pilot! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US CATWOMAN #37 Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Paul Gulacy & Jimmy Palmiotti Cover by Gulacy Coming off the events of “War Games,” Catwoman faces new dangers within her territory, both from the police and the citizens she’s sworn to protect. Now, she must decide whether to carry on the fight or abandon the East End! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US GOTHAM CENTRAL #25 Written by Greg Rucka Art by Michael Lark & Stefano Gaudiano Cover by Lark Fresh off the events of “War Games,” Batman has much to answer for as far as the GCPD is concerned! Akins is furious with the masked vigilante, and he's drawing a line that will change the relationship between Batman and the police forever! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US NIGHTWING #99 Written by Devin Grayson Art by Zach Howard & Andy Owens Cover by Scott McDaniel & Owens Nightwing launches in a bold new direction! In this issue, Batman confronts Nightwing about Blockbuster’s death…and Dick Grayson’s role in the death of Blüdhaven’s biggest baddie! And where does this leave the sultry-yet-venomous Tarantula? On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US CATWOMAN: WHEN IN ROME #3 Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Tim Sale The award-winning team of Loeb & Sale send Catwoman through Italy in this noir thriller! She’s a long way from home, so the Roman crime bosses decide it's time to bring a little Gotham City to her…by hiring an unexpected super-villainess to take her out! On sale Nov 24 • 3 of 6 • 32 pg, $3.50 US ROBIN #132 Written by Bill Willingham Art and cover by Damion Scott Part 1 of the 4-part ROBIN/BATGIRL crossover “Fresh Blood,” featuring the return of artist Damion Scott! Robin is coping with crippling personal losses, and how he deals with these heartaches will send him in an unexpected direction…and into the path of the stone-fisted Batgirl! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US BATGIRL #58 Written by Andersen Gabrych Art and cover by Alé Garza & Jesse Delperdang A new creative team debuts in Part 2 of the 4-part ROBIN/BATGIRL crossover “Fresh Blood!” In the aftermath of “War Games,” Cassandra teams up with Robin to pick up the pieces. Following the events of ROBIN #132, can these crimefighting teens stop the lethal blades of Nightwing’s archnemesis, Shrike? On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SUPERMAN SECTION ACTION COMICS #821 Written by Chuck Austen Art by Ivan Reis & Marc Campos Cover by Arthur Adams The return of Preus, the villain from the hit storyline “Godfall!” The rogue Kandorian cop is assembling followers on Earth to declare a holy war on the Man of Steel! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #634 Written by Greg Rucka Art by Matthew Clark & Andy Lanning Cover by Gene Ha Superman confronts the new Parasites, twins of evil with more devastating powers than the original power-sapping villain! And you won’t believe who comes to Superman's aid! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SUPERMAN #211 Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams “For Tomorrow” Part 8 of 12 — the epic Azzarello, Lee & Williams run continues! Still reeling from his brutal encounter with Wonder Woman, Superman realizes that the deadly assassin Mr. Orr has been using the Man of Steel’s clouded judgment all along. Will Superman be able to counter Orr’s evil deeds? And what does a wicked new villainess have in store for Big Blue? On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US SUPERMAN/BATMAN #14 Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesús Merino Part 1 of the 5-part “Absolute Power!” In the aftermath of last issue’s devastating battle with Darkseid, the Earth wakes up to a brand new world order — one in which Batman and Superman rule with an iron fist. Humankind has a choice: obey or die! NOTE: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders have been cancelled. Resolicited; on sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US SUPERMAN/BATMAN: PUBLIC ENEMIES HC Written by Jeph Loeb Art by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines, Tim Sale Cover by McGuinness Reoffered to coincide with JLA: CLASSIFIED #1, this volume collects the first six issues of the fan-favorite series! This volume also includes a 2-page story by Loeb & Tim Sale, and a cover and sketchbook section by McGuinness! On sale Nov 3 • 160 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST SUPERMAN: SECRET IDENTITY TP Written by Kurt Busiek Art and cover by Stuart Immonen What’s in a name? Everything, if you share it with the Man of Steel! SUPERMAN: SECRET IDENTITY is a 208-page trade paperback collecting the critically lauded 4-issue Prestige Format miniseries written by Kurt Busiek (JLA/AVENGERS, ASTRO CITY) with stellar art by Stuart Immonen (SUPERMAN: END OF THE CENTURY, Thor). Set in the real world, SECRET IDENTITY examines the life of a young Kansas man with the unfortunate name of Clark Kent. All Clark wants is to be a writer, but his daily life is filled with the taunts and jibes of his peers, comparing him to that other Clark Kent — the one with super-powers. Until one day when Clark awakens to discover that he can fly…that he does in fact have super-strength! But where did these powers come from? And what’s he going to do about it? On sale Nov 3 • 208 pg, FC, $19.95 US SUPERMAN: FOR TOMORROW VOL. 1 HC Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams Eisner Award-winning writer Brian Azzarello (100 BULLETS, BATMAN) has teamed up with Wizard Magazine’s Best Artist of 2003 Jim Lee (BATMAN: HUSH) & inker Scott Williams for the most anticipated storyline in the Man of Steel’s history. Now the first five issues of this landmark collaboration are collected in a handsome hardcover volume! A cataclysmic event struck the Earth one year ago, leaving millions of people gone without a trace. No one is left unaffected — not even Superman, who’s left with many questions and very few answers. For a hero who tries to have all the answers, it’s torture. And just as the action heats up and the stakes are raised, one huge question emerges: Just how far is Superman willing to go “For Tomorrow”? This dust-jacketed volume, collecting SUPERMAN #204-208, also features sketchbook material and a new cover by Lee and an introduction by T’K! Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 8 • 128 pg, FC, $19.95 US SMALLVILLE #11 Written by Dan Thomsen & Clint Carpenter Art by Tom Derenick & Adam DeKraker Cover by John Van Fleet Clark burns off steam by superspeeding across the continent, and arrives in a village in the Amazon where legend says a strange visitor will save them from a creature of pure evil. Will Clark’s powers be enough to save the tribespeople and get himself home safely? On sale Nov 10 • 48 pg, FC, $3.95 US MAJESTIC #4 Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning Art by Karl Kerschl Cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines The shocking finale features the climactic battle: Majestic versus the Eradicator! Majestic just wants to get home, but the Eradicator stands in his way. And what of the Daemonite probe that followed Majestic to the DCU? On sale Nov 3 • 4 of 4 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US DCU SECTION JLA: CLASSIFIED #1 Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines Grant Morrison, the groundbreaking writer who helped relaunch the JLA nearly a decade ago, returns to the World’s Greatest Heroes for the first story arc of JLA: CLASSIFIED! This new series tells extraordinary tales featuring Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, and all your favorite super-heroes written and illustrated by rotating teams of comics’ top talent! In the first part of a 3-part story that launches this landmark series, featuring art by the fan- favorite SUPERMAN/BATMAN team of Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines, the Ultra-Marines take the brunt of an assault by Gorilla Grodd’s guerrilla-militia. But where’s the JLA? Only Batman remains to sort out this mystery! See the Dynamic Forces section for a signed version! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Mike Carlin ADAM STRANGE #3 Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Pascal Ferry The thrilling adventures of DC’s science-fiction hero heat up! Drifting helplessly in the radioactive void that once was Rann’s star system, Strange is as good as dead, until he’s waylaid by a Thanagarian battle cruiser! But his struggle for survival is just beginning, as he’s blamed for an act of stellar genocide! On sale Nov 24 • 3 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US AQUAMAN #24 Written by John Ostrander Art by Chris Batista & Dave Meikis Cover by Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy There’s blood in the water and sharks are coming — literally! The Marauder is after secret weapons in the sunken naval bases at San Diego. Even with the aid of the Sea Devils, Aquaman will be in no shape to fend him off after an epic clash in the ocean depths! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #6 Written by Howard Chaykin Art and cover by Chaykin The electrifying miniseries ends with a bang as the surviving Challengers fight to save the world and regain their humanity! Master storyteller Howard Chaykin concludes his epic reconstruction of the Challengers of the Unknown in a big way. Don’t miss it! On sale Nov 10 • 6 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US A DC UNIVERSE CHRISTMAS TP Written by Various Art by Various Cover by Ty Templeton Reoffered for the holiday season! Seventeen of DC’sChristmas-themed stories from 1940 to the present day are collected in this trade paperback that makes the perfect gift for any comic-book fan! On sale Nov 24 • 160 pg, FC, $19.95 US • RELIST DOOM PATROL #6 Written by John Byrne Art by Byrne & Doug Hazlewood Cover by Byrne The explosive conclusion of the 2-part “Robot Wars.” Robotman’s having a rough time surviving in the ultimate arena for malevolent machinery! Luckily he’s not in it alone, as Rita, Nudge and Grunt offer assistance of a biocentric nature! On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US FALLEN ANGEL #17 Written by Peter David Art by David Lopez & Fernando Blanco Cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta In the aftermath of a vicious attack on the Fallen Angel, the people who control the shadows in Bete Noire must choose sides. The choice of who lives and who dies lies solely in the hands of the Angel, and her decisions will bring ramifications she could never imagine! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES FIRESTORM #7 Written by Dan Jolley Art & cover by Liam Sharp & Andy Lanning Part 1 of a 2-part crossover with BLOODHOUND featuring guest art by Liam Sharp & Andy Lanning! Jason’s past returns to haunt him when Stevie Golek’s boss comes looking for answers. How will Jason’s life be affected by this — and the vicious Travis Clevenger? On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US BLOODHOUND #5 Written by Dan Jolley Art by Leonard Kirk & Robin Riggs Cover by Dave Johnson Continuing the crossover with FIRESTORM #7! Will the new Firestorm learn the wrong kind of lesson from Clevenger? And what will be the shocking result when Firestorm decides their only chance for survival depends on merging with Bloodhound? On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH #2 Written by Geoff Johns Art by Ethan Van Sciver & Prentis Rollins Cover by Van Sciver The miniseries continues as the JLA guest-stars! Hal Jordan searches for his next role as he pays a visit to his old airfield. But what’s happening to Guy Gardner, Coast City and Kilowog? The JLA wants answers — now! See the Dynamic Forces section for a signed version! On sale Nov 24 • 2 of 8 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US THE FLASH #216 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Howard Porter & Livesay The thrilling conclusion of the 3-part “Sins of the Father,” tying in to IDENTITY CRISIS! The Flash is forced to make one of the toughest choices of his life, as he comes face-to-face with Barry Allen’s biggest regret. Plus, witness the fate of Linda Park. And how can Wally stop the Top? On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US GREEN ARROW #44 Written by Judd Winick Art by Phil Hester & Ande Parks Cover by Marcos Martín In Part 5 of the 6-part “New Blood,” Green Arrow’s battle with the cruel and criminal Brick takes a terrible turn when a shocking revelation hits the household of Oliver Queen. In this stunning issue, all must come together to face an uncertain future! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US HAWKMAN #34 Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art and cover by Ryan Sook & Mick Gray Something wicked is brewing at Belle Reve Prison, as forgotten foes begin arriving in St. Roch for unknown reasons! A mysterious statue from India arrives for Hawkman, bringing with it the murderous Manticore. Can Carter and Kendra stop the creature without the aid of their costumes and wings? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US HAWKMAN ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC Written by Gardner Fox Art by Murphy Anderson Cover by Anderson A stunning new Archive Edition collecting Silver Age HAWKMAN #1-8 (1964-1965)! This volume , which opens with Hawkman’s first appearance in his own title, pits the Winged Warrior against foes old and new. Plus, an intro by cartoonist and comics historian R.C. Harvey. On sale Nov 17 • 216 pg, FC, $49.95 US HAWKMAN ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC Written by Gardner Fox Art by Joe Kubert, Murphy Anderson and Carmine Infantino Cover by Kubert Reoffered to coincide with HAWKMAN ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC, this volume collects stories from THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #34-36 and MYSTERY IN SPACE #87-90. On sale Nov 17 • 240 pg, FC, $49.95 US • RELIST IDENTITY CRISIS #6 Written by Brad Meltzer Art by Rags Morales & Michael Bair Cover by Michael Turner The thrill-packed 7-issue miniseries by best-selling author Brad Meltzer and artists extraordinaire Rags Morales & Michael Bair builds to December’s unbelievable finale! From the very start, he's been on the case and sifting through clues. No one knows better what it’s like to lose someone you love. He's the World’s Greatest Detective. Now it’s time for Batman to prove it. On sale Nov 10 • 6 of 7 • 40 pg, FC, $3.95 US GREEN LANTERN: LEGACY — THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF HAL JORDAN SC Written by Joe Kelly Art and cover by Brent Anderson & Bill Sienkiewicz The touching original hardcover graphic novel reflecting on the life and legacy of Earth’s greatest Green Lantern is now available in a handsome softcover edition! On sale Nov 10 • 112 pg, FC, $17.95 US HARD TIME #10 Written by Steve Gerber Art and cover by Brian Hurtt DC Focus. High family drama lands on Ethan Harrow’s bunk as his cellmate’s long-lost granddaughter hits State like a whirlwind. Now Ethan’s really got nowhere to run from the cellblock lunatic who can see inside his head. On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US H-E-R-O #22 Written by Will Pfeifer Art and cover by Dale Eaglesham & Wade von Grawbadger The final battle over the H-E-R-O device! Robby Reed, failed metahuman Matt Allen and schoolgirl Andrea Allen face off against the deadly maniac who possessed the H-device. Who’ll switch sides? Who’ll die trying? And what’s the final fate of the H- device? Final issue. On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US JLA: ROCK OF AGES TP Written by Grant Morrison Art by Howard Porter, Gary Frank, Greg Land, John Dell, and Bob McLeod Cover by Porter & Dell Reoffered to coincide with JLA: CLASSIFIED TP, also written by Grant Morrison, this volume collects JLA #10-15. Lex Luthor gathers a new Injustice Gang to commence his “hostile takeover” of the JLA! On sale Nov 3 • 160 pg, FC, $14.95 US • RELIST JLA #108 Written by Kurt Busiek Art and cover by Ron Garney & Dan Green Part 2 of the 8-part “Crime Syndicate of Amerika!” The Crime Syndicate comes to our Earth to make sure the JLA’s enemies never get the chance to wipe out their world ever again! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US JSA: STRANGE ADVENTURES #4 Written by Kevin J. Anderson Art by Barry Kitson & Gary Erskine Cover by John Watson Lord Dynamo unleashes the awesome power of his gigantic zeppelin and an army of cyborg zombies! It’s a battle of lightning blasts and powers that could level New York City! And a JSA member will not only lose his claim to power, but also his closest friend. On sale Nov 17 • 4 of 6 • 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE #5 Written by Joe Kelly Art and cover by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen Introducing a new team of terrorists: Aftermath! It’s up to the Elite to infiltrate its ranks, which should be easy enough since Coldcast’s brother is a member! And is that really Manchester Black, back from the dead? On sale Nov 10 • 5 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US JSA #67 Written by Geoff Johns Art by Dave Gibbons & James Hodgkins Cover by J.H. Williams III An IDENTITY CRISIS tie-in featuring guest artist Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN, THE ORIGINALS) and guest-starring Superman! Doctor Mid-Nite and Mr. Terrific examine Sue Dibny’s corpse in search of clues to the killer’s identity, and they’ll be shocked at what they find! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US JLA VOL. 15: THE 10TH CIRCLE TP Written by John Byrne & Chris Claremont Art by Byrne & Jerry Ordway Cover by Byrne The legendary creative team of John Byrne and Chris Claremont – reunited! This trade paperback collects the red-hot storyline from JLA #94-99, in which the JLA investigates a rash of child disappearances —but soon begin to disappear themselves! On sale Nov 24 • 144 pg, FC, $12.95 US JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA ARCHIVES VOL. 9 HC Written by Dennis O’Neil Art by Dick Dillin, Sid Greene and Joe Giella Cover by Murphy Anderson Don’t miss this Archive Edition collecting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #71-80 (1969-1970)! In these issues, the Black Canary joined, the new satellite headquarters was born, and more! Plus, an intro by pop culture historian William Schelly! On sale Nov 24 • 228 pg, FC, $49.95 US KINETIC #9 Written by Kelley Puckett Art and cover by Warren Pleece DC Focus. In an effort to test the limits of his abilities, Tom decides to go to the extreme and ends up shooting himself in the foot — literally! Finally, his powers are defined! Mutant healing factor? Imperviousness to bullets? Nah! All the power, but not a clue how to use it! On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US KINETIC TP Written by Kelley Puckett Art by Warren Pleece Cover by Tomer Hanuka DC Focus. Tom Morell’s story unfolds in this low-priced collection featuring the first six issues of the daring and provocative title! One fateful day a power that lay dormant within Tom for years is finally unleashed — but his life isn’t getting any easier! On sale Nov 10 • 144 pg, FC, $9.95 US MANHUNTER #4 Written by Marc Andreyko Art by Jesus Saiz & Jimmy Palmiotti Cover by Jae Lee Sometimes tech-wizard-turned-federal-informant Dylan Battles just wishes he could have his old life back. Well, be careful what you wish for, big guy — Manhunter’s on your doorstep, and she needs someone who’s a whiz at weapons repair! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US THE MONOLITH #10 Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art and cover by Phil Winslade The Monolith’s greatest foe returns in the dramatic conclusion of this thrilling 2- part story! The streets of modern Manhattan will witness an epic battle 60 years in the making, pitting monster against monster with Alice and Tilt caught in the middle! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US OUTSIDERS: SUM OF ALL EVIL TP Written by Judd Winick Art by Tom Raney & Scott Hanna, Tom Derenick & Kevin Conrad, Will Conrad & Sean Parsons Cover by Raney The second collection of OUTSIDERS features more adventures from the unique team of super-heroes that handles threats before they become a global problem! SUM OF ALL EVIL collects OUTSIDERS #8-15, written by Judd Winick with art by Tom Raney & Scott Hanna, Tom Derenick & Kevin Conrad, and Will Conrad & Sean Parsons, in which the Outsiders face a literal demon from Hell. Can even the extra help from Huntress, Captain Marvel Junior and Black Lightning be enough to stop this evil threat? And if that isn’t enough, the return of the Fearsome Five wreaks havoc for the team! On sale Nov 17 • 192 pg, FC, $14.95 US OUTSIDERS: LOOKING FOR TROUBLE TP Written by Judd Winick Art by Tom Raney, Scott Hanna, ChrisCross, Sean Parsons, Ivan Reis, Carlo Barberi, Marc Campos and Norm Rapmund Cover by Raney & Hanna Reoffered to coincide with OUTSIDERS: SUM OF ALL EVIL TP, this volume collects OUTSIDERS #1-6 and the lead story from TEEN TITANS/OUTSIDERS Secret Files #1! On sale Nov 17 • 192 pg, FC, $12.95 US • RELIST OUTSIDERS #18 Written by Judd Winick Art by Carlos D’Anda Cover by Doug Mahnke Part 2 of the 3-part “Most Wanted!” Aided by America’s Most Wanted host John Walsh, the Outsiders confront a child slavery ring, while Grace is forced to face pieces of her troubled past. On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US PLASTIC MAN #12 Written by Kyle Baker Art and cover by Baker Plastic Man is undone by the strangest of foes! Enjoy the Eisner and Harvey Award-winning “Best New Series!” On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US TEEN TITANS #18 Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Mike McKone & Marlo Alquiza Part 2 of the 3-part “Titans Tomorrow!” Face to face with themselves ten years from now, the Teen Titans make a pact that doesn’t bode well for the future. Now they must find a way home, before the Titans of Tomorrow catch up with them! Plus, discover the Flash’s shocking secret! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US THE QUESTION #1 Written by Rick Veitch Art and cover by Tommy Lee Edwards Vic Sage — a.k.a. The Question — battles back in a mind-bending 6-issue miniseries written by Rick Veitch (SWAMP THING) with art by Tommy Lee Edwards (BATMAN: GOLDEN STREETS OF GOTHAM)! Vic Sage is a TV journalist with an uncanny ability to break difficult stories, thanks in large part to his relentless crime-fighting campaign as the Question! But has the faceless vigilante’s particular brand of harsh justice finally sent him off the deep end? Prowling the meanest streets of his native Chicago, the trench-coated Question thinks he also walks in another world — a strange shamanic space full of shadowy dangers. When Sage hears the voice of Superman’s home city of Metropolis, he answers the call. Is he crazy? That’s the question. On sale Nov 3 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US RICHARD DRAGON #7 Written by Chuck Dixon Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens A great jumping-on point for new readers as a new story arc begins with a cameo appearance by Batman! As the Bronze Tiger clings to life in a Detroit hospital, Richard Dragon is confronted by a dangerous face from his past — a past that includes training the Dark Knight himself! On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US WONDER WOMAN #210 Written by Greg Rucka Art by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder Cover by J.G. Jones It’s the action-packed conclusion of “Stoned,” as the Amazing Amazon faces Medousa with the whole world watching! As her deadliest foe threatens to petrify millions with a single glance, WW adopts a unique strategy — one with serious repercussions! On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US JOHNNY DC SECTION THE BATMAN STRIKES! #3 Written by Bill Matheny Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty Cover by Jeff Matsuda & Dave McCaig The thrilling series reflecting the great new animated show continues with the debut of The Joker! Criminals are getting caught, then disappearing — but where? When the Joker plays policeman, it’s “Out-law and Dis-order” for Gotham and The Batman! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #3 Written by Adam Beechen Art by Carlo Barberi & Walden Wong Cover by Ben Caldwell The action-packed new series continues! The Atom learns of an alien invasion whose entrance to our dimension is in the League’s Watchtower! Can the mighty mite get a "little" help from his super friends Wonder Woman, Ice and Firestorm? On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US TEEN TITANS GO! #13 Written by J. Torres Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker Cover by Dave Bullock Where wolf? There wolf! A man stricken with werewolfism enlists the aid of the Titans to watch him and make sure he doesn’t trash the city. Everyone else is busy, so it looks like Beast Boy has to take care of this horror show! On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US LOONEY TUNES #120 Written by Sholly Fisch Art and cover by David Alvarez & Mike DeCarlo How many laughs can we pack into one issue? Raising big bucks to benefit People With No Sense of Humor, Bugs and Daffy are competing to get a million of ’em! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US POWERPUFF GIRLS #56 Written by Robbie Busch, Frank Strom & William Messner-Loebs Art by Christopher Cook & Mike DeCarlo Cover by Phil Moy Girls will be girls and powers will be powers in this trio of Powerpuff tales about bike racing, getting to school on time and… cooking with Mojo Jojo? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US SCOOBY-DOO #90 Written by John Rozum, Robbie Busch and Sholly Fisch Art by Robert Pope, Dave Hunt & John McCrea Cover by Joe Staton Fred becomes a soap opera star and Scooby goes scuba! Plus, short solve-it- yourself mysteries! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US CARTOON NETWORK BLOCK PARTY #3 Written by Ivan Velez, Sholly Fisch and Jono Howard Art by Jono Howard, Ivan Velez, Sholly Fisch, Scott Underwood and Angus Bungay Cover by Underwood & Bungay Dexter sends a spaceship after his missing sock, and the Eds dream of being super-heroes! Plus, solve-it-yourself puzzle adventures featuring the twisted teams of Baboon & Weasel and Billy & Mandy! On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US BEYOND THE DCU SECTION SPACE GHOST #1 Written by Joe Kelly Art by Ariel Olivetti Cover by Alex Ross It’s the real Space Ghost in a way that’s never been seen before anywhere — in all-out super-hero action! The cartoon hero is the star of the 6-issue miniseries SPACE GHOST, written by Joe Kelly (SUPERMAN, JLA) with stunning painted art by Ariel Olivetti (JLA: HAVEN) and painted covers by Alex Ross (JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE), that sheds light on this mysterious figure’s shadowy past. A young policeman joins an elite space force that turns out to be horribly corrupt. When his moral standards don’t permit him to live a lie, our hero attempts to stop them…at the cost of his own family — and his soul! Witness the origin of one of the most beloved super-heroes ever! See the Dynamic Forces section for a signed version! On sale Nov 17 • 1 of 6 • FC, 32 pg. $2.95 US ELRIC: MAKING OF A SORCERER #3 Written by Michael Moorcock Art and cover by Walter Simonson The thrilling miniseries continues! In this third action-packed installment, Elric embarks on another dreamquest! This time, he must complete a trial to test his worthiness for the throne of Melniboné. But once Elric has proven himself, can he wrest control from the clutches of his rival: his scheming cousin Yyrkoon? On sale Nov 24 • Prestige Format • 3 of 4 • 48 pg, FC, $5.95 US MAD #448 Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots It’s a time for giving thanks…so let’s all be thankful for another hilarious, joke- packed issue of MAD, sure to make you laugh so hard you’ll spew pumpkin pie! On sale Nov 3 • 48 pg, FC/B&W, $3.50 US TOE TAGS FEATURING GEORGE ROMERO #2 Written by George Romero Art by Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Bernie Wrightson\ Cult classic movie writer/director George Romero continues an all-new zombie/political satire set in the zombie world in Part 2 of the 6-part “The Death of Death!” Professor Hoffman is kidnapped by the U.S. army and mortally wounded. Rather than saving himself, he strives to keep his undead assistant Damien “alive” in order to figure out how to save all mankind, as the power elite scheme to maintain a stranglehold on the world’s riches via an army led by a zombie general named Attila! Don’t miss this horror classic as it unfolds in TOE TAGS! On sale Nov 3 • FC, 32 pg. $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES MUSASHI NUMBER NINE VOL. 1 Written by Takahashi Miyuki Art and cover by Takahashi CMX. MUSASHI NUMBER NINE chronicles the fast-paced adventures of a 16-year-old super-agent who takes on assassins, terrorists and counter agents! Written and illustrated by acclaimed artist Takahashi Miyuki, MUSASHI NUMBER NINE is an action series famous in Japan for a hero who is the ultimate in cool, featuring crisp, stylishly rendered artwork and engaging storytelling. Exotic, smart and lethal, Number Nine is a field operative for an organization committed to fighting injustice. Little is known about "Universal Blue" except that they’re the last line of defense against battalions of terrorists and criminals. Even less is known about its field operatives — though it’s whispered that they possess the ability to change the course of world history. And Number Nine is one of them. In this volume, a teenaged girl is marked for death for reasons beyond her control, and Universal Blue decides to take care of her. But Number Nine runs into trouble with this headstrong client. After all, who would accept a stranger’s help with the unraveling chaos of her life? The teenaged girl has a special gift — one that will save the life of an important person. But will she live long enough to deliver that gift in time? On sale Nov 10 • 5" x 7.375" • B&W, 208 pg, $9.95 US SWAN VOL. 1 Written by Ariyoshi Kyoko Art and cover by Ariyoshi CMX. One of the most famous and lauded shojo manga ever published, SWAN is Ariyoshi Kyoko’s best-selling classic about a girl who strives to become a great ballerina. Meet Hijiri Masumi, a 16-year-old about to enter her first ballet contest. The competition is fierce, and there’s no telling whether she’ll win, or how far her training can take her. But the great director Alexej Sergeiev invites her to join his company, and she launches her career — spending years dancing in the shadow of prima ballerina Kyogoku Sayoko. Masumi’s journey takes her on a tour of the great ballet companies of Europe and America through triumph and despair as she struggles toward her goal of becoming the greatest dancer of her generation! On sale Nov 3 • 5" x 7.375" • B&W, 200 pg, $9.95 U.S. JUDGE DREDD: JUDGMENT DAY TP Written by Garth Ennis Art by Peter Doherty, Dean Ormston, Carlos Ezquerra, Chris Halls and Anthony Williams Cover by Greg Staples 2000 A.D. Get ready for a thrilling action/horror story featuring the legendary Judge Dredd, written by Garth Ennis (PREACHER) with stellar art by Peter Doherty, Dean Ormston, Carlos Ezquerra, Chris Halls and Anthony Williams! He is a nightmare that the Psi-Judges didn’t predict, and that even Judge Dredd cannot prevent. If his vile plan succeeds, the world will never be the same again. His name is Sabbat, he has the power to raise the dead…and he’s already here! While Mega-City One fights for survival, Dredd must find and terminate Sabbat. But help is coming from an unexpected source — the future mutant bounty hunter and “Strontium Dog” Johnny Alpha, hot on the necromancer’s trail! On sale Nov 3 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • FC, 160 pg. $14.95 US NIKOLAI DANTE: THE ROMANOV DYNASTY TP Written by Robbie Morrison Art by Simon Fraser, Chris Weston, Charlie Adlard and Henry Flint Cover by Fraser 2000 A.D. Russia, 2666 A.D.: Where a man can become a legend if he’s fool enough to stake his life on it. That man is Nikolai Dante — lover, rogue and thief, son of a pirate-queen and altogether too cool to kill! Created by Robbie Morrison (BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS) and Simon Fraser (Lux & Alby), this collection features art by Chris Weston (THE FILTH), Charlie Adlard (THE ESTABLISHMENT) and Henry Flint (Judge Dredd/Aliens). When chance leaves him working with the Tsar’s beautiful daughter Jena, Dante discovers his heritage — bio-bonding with the alien Weapons Crest, which grants him astonishing abilities. But with the new enemies he’s making — much less the family he never knew about — can Dante keep his head? On sale Nov 17 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • FC, 192 pg. $19.95 US MATURE AUDIENCES BY THE NUMBERS: THE ROAD TO CAO BANG TP Written by Laurent Rullier Art and cover by Stanislas HUMANOIDS. The year is 1948 and Victor Levallois is entrusted with an unusual errand: deliver a suitcase full of U.S. currency to the port of Marseilles. The suitcase is stolen and Victor finds himself bound for Saigon and the decadence, intrigue and adventure of a colonial war! On sale Nov 17 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • 112 pg, FC, $14.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES METAL HURLANT #14 Written by Jim Alexander, Adrian A. Cruz, Jean-Pierre Dionnet, Jerry Frissen, Stéphane Levallois, Jim Macdonald, Stefano Raffaele Art by Guy Davis, D-?, Levallois, Gerald Parel, Raffaele, Marc Riou Cover by Raffaele HUMANOIDS. Album cover/website artist D-? (Ludacris/Def Jam Records) brings his unique style to Metal Hurlant! And more great stories! On sale Nov 24 • 64 pg, FC, $3.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE NIKOPOL TRILOGY TP Written by Enki Bilal Art and cover by Bilal HUMANOIDS. The inspiration for creator Enki Bilal’s latest film, Immortal! Alcide Nikopol is awakened in 2023 after 30 years in suspended animation, but his body is possessed by the Egyptian god Horus, on the run from his fellow gods! On sale Nov 10 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • 176 pg, FC, $17.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE TECHNOPRIESTS VOL. 2 TP Written by Alexandro Jodorowsky Art and cover by Zoran Janjetov & Fred Beltran HUMANOIDS. In a galaxy ruled by the TechnoGuild, a boy struggles to destroy the Guild from within! The boy called Albino has only one goal: to become a member of the Technoguild and free the minds of every citizen in the galaxy or die trying — and he just might! On sale Nov 24 • 7.375" x 10.1875" • 144 pg, FC, $14.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES ROAD TO PERDITION 2: ON THE ROAD TP Written by Max Allan Collins Art by José Luis García-López, Steve Lieber & Josef Rubinstein Cover by Lieber A collection of three stories by Max Allan Collins set between the pages of the original ROAD TO PERDITION, illustrated by José Luis García-López, Steve Lieber and Josef Rubinstein! This compact trade paperback collects the three one-shots ON THE ROAD TO PERDITION: OASIS, ON THE ROAD TO PERDITION: SANCTUARY, and ON THE ROAD TO PERDITION: DETOUR into one hefty, hard- boiled package. These thrilling tales are set during the 6-month period in which Michael O’Sullivan and his son were on the run. In OASIS, Michael Jr. contracts a life- threatening illness, forcing him to hide out in an oasis of tranquility. The story continues in SANCTUARY, as the O’Sullivans seek a hiding place from the vicious bounty hunters on their trail. And in DETOUR, Michael O’Sullivan is headed for a showdown with the murderous kingpin’s heir whose history — and destiny — is completely entangled with his own! On sale Nov 3 • 5.5" x 8" • B&W, 296 pg., $14.95 US ROAD TO PERDITION TP Written by Max Allan Collins Art and cover by Richard Piers Rayner Reoffered to coincide with ROAD TO PERDITION 2: ON THE ROAD. Hit man Michael O’Sullivan and his surviving son must leave their sedate home life behind and embark on a startling father-and-son journey of revenge. Featuring an introduction by Collins. On sale Nov 3 • 5.5" x 8" • 304 pg, B&W, $13.95 US • RELIST WILDSTORM SECTION THE INTIMATES #1 Written by Joe Casey Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli, Sandra Hope and Jim Lee Cover by Lee & Hope These teens are learning to save the world…one class at a time! Welcome to the Seminary, where teenagers learn how to be super-heroes. It provides the backdrop for THE INTIMATES, a new series co-created by Jim Lee (SUPERMAN, BATMAN), with writer Joe Casey (WILDCATS VERSION 3.0, Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes), and penciller Giuseppe Camuncoli (HELLBLAZER)! This story features art by Camuncoli & Hope with additional panels of a comic-within-a-comic by Lee. THE INTIMATES follows the misadventures of Punchy, Destra, the Duke, Empty Vee and Sykes as they cope with a curriculum that includes Secret Identity 101, NuPhysics and even Morality Class — everything they’ll need to one day become great super-heroes. But things aren’t what they seem at the Seminary, which contains a dark secret even the retired super-hero faculty may be unaware of! These kids are the future of the WildStorm Universe — but right now they’re late for gym class! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Ben Abernathy THE AUTHORITY: REVOLUTION #2 Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend Cover by Nguyen The red-hot new series continues! Reeling from their clash with a new super-team in Philadelphia, the Authority puts the pieces together — and comes up with more questions than answers! Plus, the Midnighter is paid a visit that could change the dynamic of the team! On sale Nov 24 • 2 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES ASTRO CITY: LOCAL HEROES HC Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross ABC. The fifth volume of ASTRO CITY collects Astro City VOL. 2 #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes #1-5 and the Astro City Special, plus the short story from DC’s 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 1 • 224 pg, FC, $24.95 US OCEAN #2 Written by Warren Ellis Art by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story Cover by Michael Golden The thrilling miniseries by Warren Ellis continues! U.N. weapons inspector Nathan Kane investigates the situation at a research satellite orbiting the Jovian moon of Europa. What can be done about the mysterious discovery within the moon’s ancient, hidden ocean? On sale Nov 10 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US SLEEPER SEASON TWO #6 Written by Ed Brubaker Art and cover by Sean Phillips It’s a major turning point for Holden Carver in an issue filled with double- crosses! Can Holden trust Miss Misery enough to bring her in on his own secret agenda — the one he’s kept hidden from Tao and Lynch? On sale Nov 24 • 6 of 12 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE RAZOR’S EDGE: WARBLADE #2 Written by John Ridley Art and cover by Simon Bisley The saga of Warblade continues in this cutting-edge new series! Reno Bryce, a.k.a. Warblade, must come to terms with the horrific ending to issue #1. How can he carry on a “normal” life in light of these new circumstances? Can he ever be a hero again? On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES EX MACHINA #6 Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister Cover by Harris Part 1 of the 5-part “TAG,” a perfect jumping-on point for this critically acclaimed political thriller by Brian K. Vaughan (Y: THE LAST MAN) and Tony Harris (STARMAN)! As flashbacks reveal the role the National Security Agency played in the career of the super-heroic Great Machine, Mayor Mitchell Hundred makes what might be the most controversial decision in the history of New York City politics! Plus, what’s lurking in the subway tunnels beneath Manhattan, and how is it connected to Mayor Hundred? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US WILDSTORM WINTER SPECIAL Written by Bruce Jones, Will Pfeifer, Tom Peyer and Alan Warner Art by Carlos D’Anda, Josh Middleton and Cary Nord Cover by Michael Turner A quartet of action-packed stories — starring WildStorm’s favorite characters written and illustrated by some of the hottest creators in comics — come together in the WILDSTORM WINTER SPECIAL, featuring a cover by fan-favorite Michael Turner! Tom Peyer (THE LEGION) and Cary Nord (Daredevil) team up for an Apollo and Midnighter short; Will Pfeifer (AQUAMAN) delivers a Hawksmoor adventure; a tale of Zealot by Bruce Jones and Josh Middleton (Nyx); and a story featuring one of WildStorm’s most popular characters — Deathblow — by Alan Warner (Conan) and Carlos D’Anda (THUNDERCATS)! On sale Nov 17 • 48 pg, FC, $4.95 US Edited by Alex Sinclair DIVINE RIGHT BOOK ONE TP Written by Jim Lee Art and cover by Lee & Scott Williams Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE INTIMATES #1, this trade paperback collects DIVINE RIGHT #1-7. Student Max Faraday inadvertently receives the Creation Equation, capable of tapping the limitless power of the universe. Now I.O., the Coda Sisterhood, and Cardinal Lazarus will kill for its secrets! On sale Nov 3 • 176 pg, FC, $17.95 US • Relist TERRA OBSCURA VOL. 2 #4 Written by Alan Moore & Peter Hogan Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Karl Story ABC. Shocking betrayals are revealed as the gripping miniseries continues! Tom Strange finds his plans of reaching the mysterious craft thwarted by a most unexpected source just as the time distortions turn deadly! Pearl Harbor gets attacked again — with no warships present and civilians as the target! On sale Nov 17 • 4 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US TOM STRONG VOL. 4 HC Written by Alan Moore, Peter Hogan and Geoff Johns Art by Jerry Ordway, Chris Sprouse, John Paul Leon & Karl Story Cover by Sprouse & Jose Villarrubia ABC. The fourth amazing collection of Tom Strong adventures is here, collecting issues #20-25 of the acclaimed series! This volume begins with the 3-part story “Meet Tom Stone” by Alan Moore & Jerry Ordway that takes us on a parallel journey through time! Plus, revelations about Tom’s past, including the introduction of a newly discovered Strong family member, Tom Strong’s best pal, and the final fate of Tom’s girlfriend Greta. On sale Nov 3 • 176 pg, FC, $24.95 US TOM STRONG VOL. 3 HC Written by Alan Moore and Leah Moore Art by Chris Sprouse, Karl Story, Howard Chaykin and Shawn McManus Cover by Sprouse and José Villarrubia ABC. Reoffered to coincide with TOM STRONG VOL. 4 HC and WILD GIRL #1, this volume collects TOM STRONG #15-19, featuring some old favorites…and introducing some new ones! On sale Nov 3 • 144 pg, FC, $24.95 US • Relist TOM STRONG’S TERRIFIC TALES #12 Written by Alan Moore & Steve Moore Art by Peter Bagge, Arthur Adams, Alan Weiss & Chris Weston Cover by Adams ABC. This final issue is an absolute classic! Alan Moore & Peter Bagge (Hate) collaborate on “The Strongs;” Jonni Future goes through the looking glass; and Young Tom Strong finally reaches the border of adulthood! Final issue. On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US WILD GIRL #1 Written by Leah Moore & John Reppion Art and cover by Shawn McManus and J.H. Williams III Cover by McManus ABC. Enter the world of Rosa Torez, a 13-year-old girl whose normal life with her mom and baby brother is shattered when an alarming incident forces her to make a life- changing decision! Rosa’s story is the focus of WILD GIRL, a new 6-issue WildStorm miniseries co- written by Leah Moore (Tom Strong, TOM STRONG’S Terrific Tales) & John Reppion with incredible art by Shawn McManus (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THESSALY) and J.H. Williams III (PROMETHEA)! When Rosa discovers that she can communicate with animals, her world is turned upside down. Now she must figure out whom she can really trust, as animals and humans try to dictate what her role in this newfound life should be — because a wrong decision could destroy her family! On sale Nov 10 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Alex Sinclair VERTIGO SECTION ANGELTOWN #1 Written by Gary Phillips Art and cover by Shawn Martinbrough Noted crime-novelist/comic writer Gary Phillips (Shotcallerz, Midnite Mover) and artist Shawn Martinbrough (THE LOSERS, DETECTIVE COMICS) deliver ANGELTOWN, a gritty 5-issue mystery set in the sun-drenched mean streets and shadowed suites of Los Angeles. Angeltown #1 is a special 40-page issue at no extra cost! Meet Nate Hollis — a Los Angeles-based private eye who’s cool as a frozen cucumber and tougher than a box of nails. He’s just landed the biggest — and possibly the last — case of his career. When a pro basketball star — L.A.s #1 baller — mysteriously disappears after his wife is found brutally murdered, it’s up to Hollis to find him and either bring him to justice or prove his innocence. However, the smooth-talking P.I. soon learns he’s not the only one looking for the infamous hoopster, and must navigate between a crooked District Attorney, a ruthless and resourceful gangster, and a deadly-but-beautiful bounty hunter. In between dishing out beat-downs and juggling two amorous career women, the ghosts of Hollis’s past begin to surface. Will Hollis find the missing baller before his deadly competitors do? And will clues from this case reveal leads to his lifelong mission — to find his father’s murderer? On sale Nov 10 • 1 of 5 • 40 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES Edited by Will Dennis 100 BULLETS #55 Written by Brian Azzarello Art by Eduardo Risso Cover by Dave Johnson Part 4 of “Wylie Runs the Voodoo Down.” After a chance encounter with a rather unassuming character, Wylie’s eyes are wide-open, his mind is clear, and his sights are set on the man who did him wrong. Now he’ll have to get through a certain ex-gang- banger to get to him, and she’s not about to go out like a chump! On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE BOOKS OF MAGICK: LIFE DURING WARTIME #5 Co-plotted by Neil Gaiman & Si Spencer Written by Spencer Art by Dean Ormston Cover by Frank Quitely It’s a battle on the beach as Cat’s life hangs in the balance — and it all hinges on a magical underwater kiss from Tim. But if it works, will she survive Molly’s jealous rage? And armed with the final key, will Zatanna be able to steal the Books of Magick in time to turn the tides of war? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE AUDIENCES FABLES #31 Written by Bill Willingham Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha Cover by James Jean During the long, chilly fall, Snow White’s motherhood begins in earnest and her relationship with Bigby comes to a crossroads in a way that alters many lives. New jobs and apartments are handed off in Fabletown as Boy Blue makes a fateful decision. And a severed head spills its guts once more. On sale Nov 10 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE AUDIENCES HELLBLAZER #202 Written by Mike Carey Art by Leonardo Manco Cover by Tim Bradstreet “Reasons to be Cheerful,” Part 1 of 4. John Constantine’s three illegitimate children are back — only this time, they’re going after John’s few remaining friends and loved ones. Can an aged and exhausted Constantine match three beings born with all of the Hellblazer’s magical talents but with the hearts of demons? On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.75 US • MATURE AUDIENCES HUMAN TARGET: LIVING IN AMERIKA TP Written by Peter Milligan Art and cover by Cliff Chiang The second collection of VERTIGO’s gripping, Harvey-nominated series (reprinting #6-10) follows Christoper Chance across America. From the wages of sin and redemption in Boston; to the remnants of ‘60s radicalism in the mid-West; to a favor to a friend in Los Angeles, Chance comes face-to- shifting-face with the religion, politics, and anything-but-casual sex. On sale Nov 3 • 128 pg, FC, $14.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES HUMAN TARGET: STRIKE ZONES TP Written by Peter Milligan Art and cover by Javier Pulido Reoffered to coincide with HUMAN TARGET: LIVING IN AMERIKA, this volume collects the first five issues of the acclaimed series. Christopher Chance has left L.A. for New York City, but his strange career as a professional assassin decoy continues to blur the boundaries between illusion and reality, leaving him uncertain about who he really is — and how much that matters. On sale Nov 17 • 128 pg, FC, $9.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES • Relist HUMAN TARGET #16 Written by Peter Milligan Art by Cliff Chiang Cover by John Watkiss The conclusion of “The Second Coming.” Slipping dangerously deeper into the identity of Paul James — the supposed New Messiah — Chance promises to raise the dead before a TV audience. But with a vengeful father and church elders scheming in the shadows, will people be witnessing a miracle or a martyrdom? On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES LUCIFER #56 Written by Mike Carey Art by Peter Gross & Ryan Kelly Cover by Michael Wm. Kaluta Part 1 of a 2-part storyline. While the fates of Lucifer and Elaine hang in the balance, Mazikeen and Lilith enjoy their long-awaited reunion. Lilith reveals where she went after Ibriel's death, and who she met in the void beyond Creation. But she keeps the biggest secrets ’til last — and her honesty comes with a high price. On sale Nov 17 • 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE LOSERS: DOUBLE DOWN TP Written by Andy Diggle Art by Jock and Shawn Martinbrough Cover by Jock Collecting issues #7-12 of the groundbreaking, Eisner-nominated VERTIGO series, THE LOSERS: DOUBLE DOWN finds the Losers on the trail of the mysterious Max, the phantom CIA agent who's not supposed to exist and yet has tried to kill them all. The trail leads them to the island of Montserrat, and then under the tons of volcanic ash that have blanketed their target villa. But the Losers aren’t the only ones digging around — and they may end up being buried themselves. On sale Nov 10 • 144 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE LOSERS: ANTE UP TP Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Jock Reoffered to coincide with THE LOSERS: DOUBLE DOWN TP, this volume collects the first six issues of this hard-hitting crime/espionage series. Once an elite U.S. Special Forces unit, the Losers served the CIA until they stumbled across a secret they couldn't ignore. The CIA tried to kill them, but they’re about to learn that it takes more than one try to eliminate the Losers. On sale Nov 17 • 160 pg, FC, $9.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES • Relist THE LOSERS #18 Written by Andy Diggle Art and cover by Jock Part 3 of the 4-part “The Pass,” featuring interlocking cover images. The Losers face the battle of their lives in the mountain fortress of an Afghan warlord. When their CIA handler tries to call the shots, they're tempted to scrap the mission, but that would mean abandoning a group of Afghan children to a fate worse than death. For these five American soldiers, life will never be the same. On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES SWAMP THING #9 Written by Joshua Dysart Art and cover by Enrique Breccia New regular writer Joshua Dysart (Violent Messiahs, THE DEMON: DRIVEN OUT) debuts with “Love in Vain,” Part 1 of 4. Swamp Thing’s long-forgotten act of kindness toward a young girl unleashes a hellish disaster. When the girl, now grown, performs a clumsy juju ritual to summon her “swamp spirit,” she gives Hell’s most dangerous soul the escape route to Earth he’s been waiting for. On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES SGT. ROCK: BETWEEN HELL AND A HARD PLACE SC Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Joe Kubert Brian Azzarello’s critically acclaimed project with comics legend Joe Kubert comes to softcover. This World War II tale puts Sgt. Rock in the midst of a murder mystery behind enemy lines. When four German prisoners of the Easy Company are slaughtered, Rock must find the killer and keep his men alive. On sale Nov 24 • 144 pg, FC, $17.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES THE WITCHING #6 Written by Jonathan Vankin Art by Leigh Gallagher & Dan Green Cover by Tara McPherson On the run from the law and other weird forces, Elsa takes refuge in a creepy roadside motel that proves anything but a safe haven. Meanwhile, maiden-to-be Sook makes a decision that will affect the rest of her life, and Elsa performs a magical ritual that will point Congressman Fleming's career in a new direction. On sale Nov 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES Y: THE LAST MAN — SAFEWORD TP Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Pia Guerra, Goran Parlov & José Marzán, Jr. Cover by Massimo Carnevale The fourth collection of the acclaimed Vertigo series, Y: THE LAST MAN — SAFEWORD reprints issues #18-23 of writer Brian K. Vaughan’s and artist Pia Guerra’s dynamic series. As the Last Man on Earth and his companions continue to head West, the story takes a detour into the psychological. In the care of a fellow Culper Ring member, Yorick Brown is forced to confront his tremendous feelings of survivor guilt that lead him to constantly put his life in danger. Once on the road again, the group runs up against a literal roadblock in Arizona, where the female remains of the Sons of Arizona militia have cut the interstate to keep out any vestiges of the U.S. government. On sale Nov 17 • 144 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES Y: THE LAST MAN — ONE SMALL STEP TP Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Pia Guerra, José Marzán, Jr., and Paul Chadwick Cover by J.G. Jones Reoffered to coincide with Y: THE LAST MAN — SAFEWORD TP, this volume collects issues #11-17 of the critically acclaimed series. A Russian Soyuz capsule is coming down from the International Space Station carrying three passengers: one woman and two men. Could this be the end of Yorick’s tenure as last living male? On sale Nov 17 • 168 pg, FC, $12.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES • Relist Y: THE LAST MAN #28 Written by Brian K. Vaughan Art by Pia Guerra & Jose Marzan, Jr. Cover by Massimo Carnevale “Ring of Truth” Part 2 of 5. As Yorick fights for his life, Dr. Mann and Agent 355 attempt to figure out why he survived the plague and whether the mystical Amulet of Helene played any role. This issue features an 8-page preview for the new monthly series TRIGGER, offered in next month's Previews! On sale Nov 3 • 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US • MATURE AUDIENCES DC DIRECT SECTION 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 November-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 MINI-STATUE Designed by Jim Lee Sculpted by Tim Bruckner A new ministatue edition of the highly sought-after, sold-out, full-size Batman Statue based on the story “Hush,” designed by Jim Lee and sculpted by Tim Bruckner. Part of DC Direct’s popular mini-statue line, this limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain miniature statue measures approximately 6" tall x 4" wide x 4 3/8" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 2 • Mini-Statue • $39.95 US CATWOMAN PIN-UP STATUE Designed and sculpted by Tim Bruckner A new line of statues from DC Direct begins! Catwoman has been sexy in every era, from her debut in 1940 to today. This beautiful statue, designed and sculpted by Tim Bruckner, captures the Golden Age Catwoman in a classic “pin-up” pose. This first in a series of limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain statues measures approximately 7.375" tall x 6" wide x 4.375" deep, includes a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 23 • Statue • $89.95 US VERTIGO: DEATH MINI-BUST Designed by Kevin Nowlan Sculpted by Barsom She is the bright and perky divider of the living from all that comes before and all that must come after. This limited-edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain mini-bust of Death measures approximately 5.75" tall x 1.75" wide x 1.625" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 23 • Mini-bust • $45.00 U.S. VERTIGO: DESPAIR MINI-BUST Sculpted by Kevin Nowlan Sculpted by Barsom Reoffered to coincide with the VERTIGO: DEATH MINI-BUST, this limited edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain mini-bust measures approximately 5 1/2” high x 2 1/4” wide x 2 3/8” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. On sale Nov 3 • Mini-bust • $45.00 U.S. • RELIST BATMAN ORNAMENTS BOXED SET Reoffered in time for the holiday season, this set features two stunning resin ornaments. The first is a powerful portrayal of the Caped Crusader (measuring approximately 3 1/2" long), and the other is the universally recognized black-and-yellow Bat-symbol (measuring approximately 2 5/8" wide). Packaged in a 4-color window box. On sale Nov 3 • Ornaments Set • $24.95 U.S. • Relist GREEN LANTERN HAL JORDAN STATUE Sculpted by Barsom Reoffered to coincide with the GREEN LANTERN SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES, this is a limited-edtion, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measuring approximately 12” tall x 4 1/2” wide x 7 1/2” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. On sale Nov 3 • Statue • $195.00 U.S. • RELIST GREEN LANTERN: HAL JORDAN POWER BATTERY BOOKENDS Reoffered to coincide with the GREEN LANTERN SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES, this limited edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain set of bookends includes a full-color certificate of authenticity. Each side measures approximately 8 1/4” tall x 3 1/2 wide x 4 1/2 deep and are packaged together in a 4-color box. On sale Nov 3 • Bookends • $125.00 U.S. • RELIST GREEN LANTERN: SERIES 1: HAL JORDAN ACTION FIGURE A new series of stunning Green Lantern Action Figures is here! The most revered member of the Green Lantern Corps, test pilot Hal Jordan became Earth’s first — and possibly greatest — Green Lantern! DC Direct celebrates his return to greatness with this new action figure that features his redesigned costume and look debuting in the red-hot miniseries GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH by Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver! The Hal Jordan Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a display base. Packaged in a blister card measuring 11.5" H x 4.125" W x 2.75" D. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 16 • Action Figure • 6.5" H • PI GREEN LANTERN: SERIES 1: BLACK HAND ACTION FIGURE The villainous Black Hand, one of Hal Jordan’s deadliest foes, is being reimagined in this new series to reflect the evolution of his dark energy-stealing powers! His Power Rod is gone, but he’s still able to steal the energy of the Green Lantern—but at what cost to himself? The BLACK HAND ACTION FIGURE features multiple points of articulation and includes a display base. Packaged in a blister. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 16 • Action Figure • 6.5" H • PI GREEN LANTERN: SERIES 1: KILOWOG ACTION FIGURE The alien Kilowog was recruited into the Green Lantern Corps as a protector of the planet Bolovax Vik, and was killed by his former friend and ally Hal Jordan. Recently ressurected, Kilowog will play a key role in the re-formation of the Green Lantern Corps. The KILOWOG ACTION FIGURE features multiple points of articulation and includes a display base.Packaged in a blister. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 16 • Action Figure • 7.25" H • PI GREEN LANTERN: SERIES 1: GANTHET & GUARDIAN ACTION FIGURES Ganthet was for a time the last surviving Guardian of the Universe, the ancient species responsible for creating the Green Lantern Corps. With the return of Hal Jordan, the Guardians will reach even greater heights with their awesome powers! This set includes two figures with different head sculpts. These figures feature multiple points of articulation and include a display base. Packaged in a blister. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 16 • Action Figures • 4.3" H each • PI GREEN LANTERN: SERIES 1: PARALLAX ACTION FIGURE Following his descent into madness and the destruction of his beloved Coast City, Hal Jordan became the maniacal villain Parallax! The PARALLAX features multiple points of articulation and includes a display base. Packaged in a blister. Advance-solicited; on sale Mar 16 • Action Figure • 6.5" H • PI Retailers please note Green Lantern: Series 1: HAL JORDAN, PARALLAX, BLACK HAND, KILOWOG ACTION FIGURES are intended for individual sale to consumers, but are sold to retailers in inner and master case assortments. The Ganthet & Guardian Action Figure Set is only available to retailers in inner and master case assortments. The BATMAN MICROMAN ACTION FIGURES are intended for individual sale to consumers, but are sold to retailers in master case assortments. These figures are available outside Japan exclusively through DC Direct. Consult your Retailer Order Form for packaging and pricing details. These products are being offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market. BATMAN MICROMAN: BATMAN/BATGIRL FIGURE 2-PACK Two great Batman action figures in one terrific set, offered exclusively outside Japan through DC Direct! These figures include character-specific accessories and feature 25 points of articulation, seven accessory ports, and are packaged intheir authentic Japanese packaging (4C blister). Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 8 • Action Figures • 4" H • PI BATMAN MICROMAN: CATWOMAN FIGURE The sexy CATWOMAN ACTION FIGURE features 25 points of articulation and seven accessory parts. This figure includes character-specific special equipment and is packaged in its authentic Japanese packaging (4C blister). Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 8 • Action Figure • 4" H • PI BATMAN MICROMAN: BATMAN FIGURE DC Direct continues its exclusive Japanese imports with the BATMAN MICROMAN figures from Japanese toy giant Takara! The Full Action Body 4" figures features 25 points of articulation and seven accessory ports, and is packaged in its authentic Japanese packaging (4C blister), ball joints and 180 degrees of freedom make these figures as poseable and lifelike as the human body! Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 8 • Action Figure • 4" H • PI BATMAN MICROMAN: FLIGHT GEAR BATMAN FIGURE BATMAN takes flight in this super-poseable figure by Takara, imported exlusively by DC Direct! This figure includes character-specific accessories and features 25 points of articulation and seven accessory ports, and is packaged in its authentic Japanese packaging (4C blister). Advance-solicited; on sale Dec 8 • Action Figure • 4" H • PI The BATMAN MICROMAN FIGURES are also sold singly, but at a higher price than the assortment price. These figures are limited. If orders exceed inventory, orders will be allocated. Master Cases are limited to only 2000 Master Cases. Additional LIMITED quantities of the figures will also be available as singles. IMAGE COMICS AMERICAN FLAGG! VOL. 1 & 2 TP on sale 11.24 $19.95 each trade paperback/full color 192 pages each written & illustrated by HOWARD CHAYKIN cover by HOWARD CHAYKIN CONCEPT: In 2031, chaos is the new world order. Worldwide nuclear and chemical conflict, environmental disasters and nationalism have driven the United States government—and the corporations that own it— to the relative safety of the planet Mars. The government and its parent companies, now renamed the PLEX, run things in absentia from the red planet. The only real law on Earth is enforced by the Plexus Rangers. Reuben Flagg was the star of a television series dramatizing the fictional adventures of one such Plexus Ranger. When Flagg was replaced by a hologram, he was drafted into the Plexus Rangers and assigned to protect the city of Chicago. Along with Raul, the smartest talking cat alive, and Luther Ironheart, the stupidest robot ever, and surrounded by a bevvy of the most beautiful women of the 21st century, Flagg faces an uphill battle protecting and defending the American way of life…or rather, what's left of it. This is AMERICAN FLAGG!, created, written and illustrated by HOWARD CHAYKIN and winner of numerous awards and honors, including nine Eagle Awards. The first trade paperback collects issues 1 through 6 ("Hard Times" and "Southern Comfort"). The second features issues 7 through 12 ("State of the Union" and "Solidarity—For Now"). The first volume also reprints the nine-page prelude written and illustrated by CHAYKIN that was never printed in the original comic! AMERICAN FLAGG! THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION HC on sale 11.10 $49.95 (unsigned hardcover) $69.95 (limited edition signed and numbered hardcover) full color/400 pages written & illustrated by HOWARD CHAYKIN cover by HOWARD CHAYKIN DYNAMIC FORCES will offer also a deluxe hardcover edition featuring all the materials in the first two trade paperbacks, plus additional cover paintings and promotional pieces by CHAYKIN, a MICHAEL CHABON introduction, a special dust jacket designed by CHIP KIDD, an afterword by JIM LEE and, as a special bonus, a brand-new AMERICAN FLAGG! story written and illustrated by HOWARD CHAYKIN exclusively for this edition! BURGLAR BILL #1 (OF 6) on sale 11.03 $2.95 six-issue monthly miniseries black & white/40 pages written & illustrated by PAUL GRIST cover by PAUL GRIST CONCEPT: Bob Dylan once said that to live outside the law you must be honest. But then, he never found himself caught between the law and the villains! Everyone's after Burglar Bill, and he never did anything wrong in the first place. Well, except for that whole 'burglar' thing… THIS ISSUE: It's Police Constable Stephen Hill's first night on the beat, and he's finding out that the day-to-day drudgery of police work doesn't quite live up to the excitement of the police programs he watched when he was growing up. But when Burglar Bill crosses his path, things take a turn for the worse as Hill comes face to face with real-life crime and violence. A revised reprint of BURGLAR BILL originally published by Dancing Elephant press, this issue also includes a 10-page prologue and the very first BURGLAR BILL story from 1986! CASE FILES: SAM & TWITCH #14 (RES) On sale 11.03 $2.50 monthly ongoing series black & white/32 pages MATURE AUDIENCES WARNING written by MARC ANDREYKO art by EJ SU cover by GREG CAPULLO CONCEPT: This is the second spin-off book featuring New York City police detectives Sam Burke and Twitch Williams, popular characters originally introduced in SPAWN. CASE FILES: SAM & TWITCH takes the crime noir world of Sam and Twitch to a darker level, feature unique artwork and storytelling. Intended for mature audiences only. THIS ISSUE: "Ancient Chinese Secret, Huh?” Part 1 (of 6)—Sam and Twitch. Heroin. Gang Wars. Chinatown. Vampires?!?! (Yep, you read that right.) How can you miss this one? New story arc, new artist, same ol' SAM & TWITCH. Good stuff. CHOLLY AND FLYTRAP #1 (OF 3) on sale 11.10 $4.95 three-issue monthly miniseries full color/32 pages written & illustrated by ARTHUR SUYDAM cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM CONCEPT: In a futuristic Road Warrior-esque world, society has broken down, and only a few cities are clinging to civilization…by a thread. In one of these outposts, Center City, ARTHUR SUYDAM's anti-heroes, Cholly and Flytrap, wisecrack their way through danger as if they were stars of a 1950s gangster movie. And, like gunslingers of lore, their reputations precede them as they try to prove themselves over and over again while becoming involved in a feud between two local power brokers and the seedy underworld of boxing. All this makes CHOLLY AND FLYTRAP a masterful, grim action adventure told with frantic pacing, tension and surprising humor. CREASED GN on sale 11.17 $9.95 graphic novel black & white/104 pages written & illustrated by Daniel Miller cover by Daniel Miller CONCEPT: Often in life we go left, only to discover later that we should have gone right. CREASED explores just a few of the things that can go wrong while striving towards that ever-elusive "perfect" relationship. THE DETONATOR #1 On sale 11.17 $2.50 monthly ongoing series full color/48 pages written by MIKE BARON art & cover by MEL RUBI & BARBARA KAALBERG CONCEPT: Frank Grace attended the South Dakota School of Mines, learned to handle explosives and went to work for Grindcorps. Leasing a mine they knew to be played out, Grindcorps took out an enormous insurance policy, doctored Frank's charge so that it brought the mountain down on him, then collected his life insurance. Unfortunately for Grindcorps, Frank emerges weeks later, obtains plastic surgery in Costa Rica and returns to wreak his vengeance. The Detonator can explode anything from a skyscraper to a wine glass with no collateral damage. THIS ISSUE: “Big Bang Theory” Part 1—The Detonator takes out Grindcorps' headquarters. Escaping via paraglider, he lands on a sampan, drawing Lily Ling into his life. Frank then returns to Montana, pursued by Mangelbaum, a deadly assassin and explosives expert, and McGill Green, a suspicious Oakland cop. FIREBIRDS ONE-SHOT on sale 11.03 $5.95 one-shot full color/48 pages written by JAY FAERBER art & cover by ANDRES PONCE CONCEPT: Ask any single mother: Raising a teenage daughter is tough. On top of the fights about boys and homework, they're always borrowing your favorite stuff…your make-up, your shoes, your mask. THIS ISSUE: For years, Rebecca Reed, a.k.a. Firebird, kept her secret identity from her teenage daughter, whom she hid at a boarding school, far from her enemies. But now the secret's out, Emily Reed knows her mother's a superhero, and Emily herself possesses superpowers. Staying at the boarding school would only complicate things, so Rebecca brings Emily back home. Now, while Emily learns how to be a superhero, Rebecca learns how to be a mother. FIREBREATHER: THE IRON SAINT ONE-SHOT On sale 11.24 $5.95 one-shot full color/48 pages written by PHIL HESTER art & cover by ANDY KUHN CONCEPT: Duncan is a normal teenager…except that his Mom is a suburban hausfrau and his Dad is a colossal, Tokyo-stomping dragon. Their divorce leaves him struggling between fitting into a human society that often fears him or ascending to his father's throne as king of the monsters. THIS ISSUE: Duncan's class trip to Europe should be an exciting diversion from his troubled home life, but when he sets foot on British soil, ancient forces stir and an unstoppable armored giant begins a rampage that can only end with Duncan's death. FORSAKEN #4 on sale 11.03 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages written by CARMEN TREFFILETTI art & color by KRISTIAN DONALDSON inks by NICK ZAGAMI cover by KRISTIAN DONALDSON CONCEPT: In 2056, the surviving population of Earth resides in the massive metropolis of Megalon. But it's not alone: Earth and an alien planet called Krel have come to form a social and economic interdependence sustained by portal technology. Together, they strive to rebuild what they have lost and forget what they have destroyed. THIS ISSUE: "The Light of Other Days," Part Four—Pressure mounts as the signing of the treaty is days away and the team cannot conjure a solid lead…or even keep one alive. A harbor attack sends Delk to dig up old scum where he'll find the definitive clues to The Separatist's plan. But will Delk make it back to tell the others? Find out this issue. THE GIFT #8 on sale 11.10 $2.99 bi-monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages written by RAVEN GREGORY art & cover by CRISTINA LOPEZ & JASON KEITH CONCEPT: An ancient being walks our Earth giving items of incredible power to everyday people. These gifts have the ability to redeem or damn depending on their bearers' choices. On the surface, The Ancient One's actions seem random and unrelated, but within him lies a purpose, a reason, a mystery to be revealed and a choice to be made. THIS ISSUE: “Sacrifice”—A struggling writer comes to a crossroads in his life. What will he sacrifice to attain his lifelong dream? And what will he do if the gain can't outweigh the loss? For in choosing his dream, he may lose his reality in the world of THE GIFT. THE GIFT VOL. 1: CHOICES TP on sale 11.10 $14.95 trade paperback full color/144 pages written by RAVEN GREGORY art by TYLER KIRKHAM, MARCO GALLI & BRIAN BUCCELATO cover by ROBIN SPEHAR CONCEPT: An ancient being walks our Earth giving items of incredible power to everyday people. These gifts have the ability to redeem or damn depending on their bearers' choices. On the surface, The Ancient One's actions seem random and unrelated, but within him lies a purpose, a reason, a mystery to be revealed and a choice to be made. This volume features the beginning journeys of the Ancient One and offers up the first clues to the mystery of his gifts. Collects THE GIFT #1-6 HAWAIIAN DICK: THE LAST RESORT #4 (OF 4) RES on sale 11.24 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color/32 pages written by B. CLAY MOORE art by NICK DERINGTON cover by STEVEN GRIFFIN CONCEPT: In this long-awaited follow-up to the critically acclaimed HAWAIIAN DICK, Private Investigator Byrd finds himself entangled in a gangland turf war for control of paradise. Hired to investigate the mysterious sabotage of a brand-new luxury resort, Byrd soon finds a smorgasbord of suspects, both human and inhuman. Torn between rival factions, Byrd can't rely on help from his friend, Detective Mo Kalama, who finds himself stalked by the very men who hired Byrd. THIS ISSUE: Things go from bad to really, really bad as rival gangs tear through the Last Resort in a revenge match for the ages. Complicating matters are the angry spirits of Hawaiian dead, risen from their graves and evidently impervious to gangland bullets. Byrd, Mo and Kahami focus on one goal: escaping alive before the entire bay explodes in a bullet-fueled spectacle of supernatural fury. INVINCIBLE #19 on sale 11.10 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by RYAN OTTLEY cover by RYAN OTTLEY & BILL CRABTREE CONCEPT: Mark Grayson is just like everyone else his age, except that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet. And now he's begun to inherit his father's powers. It all sounds okay at first, but how do you follow in your father's footsteps when you know you will never live up to his standards? THIS ISSUE: Machine Head was the king of the super-villain underworld for years. Nothing could stop him: He was untouchable. Now, with the help of villain-turned-hero Titan, Invincible is almost single-handedly taking down the most powerful crime boss the world has ever seen, but he's got to get through a legion of super-powered cronies first. KANE VOL. 4: THIRTY-NINTH TP on sale 11.17 $16.95 trade paperback black & white/200 pages written & illustrated by PAUL GRIST cover by PAUL GRIST CONCEPT: Detective Kane returns to active duty with the New Eden Police Dept. following a six-month suspension in the wake of shooting and killing his partner, Dennis Harvey. His fellow police officers give Kane a welcome back gift: a couple of bullets with his name on them. THIS VOLUME: A sniper is taking pot shots at the police. An ex-cop is looking to take revenge on the cop who turned him in. There's rioting in the streets and the Mayor's been kidnapped again. It's another typical week for the police in New Eden's Precinct 39! Collects KANE #13-18 of the critically acclaimed crime comic originally published by Dancing Elephant Press. *Look for KANE, VOL. 5 in February 2005! MINISTRY OF SPACE TP & HC on sale 11.17 $12.95 trade paperback $24.95 limited edition hardcover full color/96 pages written by WARREN ELLIS art & cover by CHRIS WESTON & LAURA MARTIN CONCEPT: This is the story of how we could have gone to space. Maybe how we should have gone to space. This is the story of the Ministry of Space. The black budget that financed the move into space. The deaths of the test pilots taken from the surviving Spitfire flyers of the Battle of Britain. And in 2000, the end of the Golden Age, as America and Russia begin moving into space. The secret revealed, and the destruction of a man who sacrificed himself for the Ministry of Space. Plus, a sketchbook section by CHRIS WESTON and an all-new appendix by WARREN ELLIS revealing the facts behind the fiction! Collects the sold out MINISTRY OF SPACE #1-3 NOBLE CAUSES #5 on sale 11.24 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages written by JAY FAERBER art & cover by FRAN BUENO & RON RILEY CONCEPT: Bookstore clerk Liz Donnelly is a stranger in a strange land: an everyday person who married into a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lurk dark secrets, ruthless ambition and twisted desires. THIS ISSUE: Invincible drops by to help Doc out of a jam. But how will Doc feel about being shown up by some young punk? Meanwhile, chaos explodes beneath the surface of the Earth, as numerous factions converge on the fugitive Krennick, and he's forced to choose between his demonic heritage and his adopted humanity. RING OF ROSES TP on sale 11.03 $12.95 trade paperback black & white/144 pages written by DAS PETROU art by JOHN WATKISS grey tones by MIKE McLESTER design by TREVOR GORING cover by JOHN WATKISS & TREVOR GORING CONCEPT: Ring of Roses is set in London in the 21st century, but it's a London we wouldn't recognize. The Church rules England with an iron hand but has begun to lose its grip. Times are tense. Then six high-powered priests are brutally murdered on the Thames. Samuel Waterhouse, the flamboyant barrister hired to investigate, soon realizes he is out of his depth. So he hires a hardened criminal, William Barnett, to assist him. Barnett rams through a delicate web of conspiracy like an express train through a scout troop's tent. Meanwhile, the bubonic plague breaks out and thousands are dying. Throughout all this chaos, Waterhouse and Barnett are treading on the toes of the immensely powerful figures behind the scenes. ROB ZOMBIE'S SPOOK SHOW INTERNATIONAL #12 on sale 11.17 $2.95 monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages MATURE AUDIENCES WARNING written by ROB ZOMBIE art by PAT BOUTIN, FABIO LAGUNA & EJ SU cover by EMILIANO SANTALUCIA CONCEPT: Music superstar ROB ZOMBIE pens three original, terrifying tales of horror and suspense in each issue! THIS ISSUE: What makes Satan look like a wimp? SPOOKSHOW INTERNATIONAL, that's what! Even the Lord of Evil can't handle each action-packed issue concocted by Rob Zombie! Super Italian artist EMILIANO SANTALUCIA comes on board to help Suzi-X bring out the best in her assets. But El Superbeasto doesn't care, as he continues working his way through monster baddies and hot babes. Simon Deadmarsh finishes up the lot as the gang endures more crap from a handful of wannabe spooks who have their rear ends handed to them. Don't be a wuss like Satan! Pick up SPOOKSHOW INTERNATIONAL today! SAVAGE DRAGON #120 on sale 11.24 $2.95 ongoing monthly miniseries full color/32 pages written & illustrated by ERIK LARSEN Cover by ERIK LARSEN CONCEPT: Found naked in a burning field, the amnesiac green-skinned man who would become the Savage Dragon was recruited by the Chicago Police to help them fight their war on crime. Years later, ex-cop Savage Dragon saved the world from a deadly menace from space and a deadlier dictator who had taken control of the Earth itself. Now, married to the woman he loves, he struggles to rebuild this savage planet. THIS ISSUE: "The Running Man," Part 2: Election Day—The votes have been cast! The decision has been made! Candidates on the right and left are astounded to find that a write-in campaign for Savage Dragon has yielded amazing results! Forces at work have compelled the populace to embrace Savage Dragon, but will it be enough to put our man in the White House? And what of the man behind the candidate, Vice Presidential nominee Ronald Winston Urass? And does our hapless hero even want the job if he gets it? It's a brand new chapter and a bold new direction for SAVAGE DRAGON! Plus, an all-new Dart and Horridus yarn by ERIK LARSEN, RAFAEL KRAS and RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE. SMALL GODS #5 on sale 11.24 $2.95 monthly ongoing series black & white/32 pages written by JASON RAND art by JUAN E. FERREYRA cover by JUAN E. FERREYRA CONCEPT: In 1991, after decades of skepticism and disbelief, the existence of psychic powers was finally, definitively proven. Today, an estimated 1% of the world's population possesses psychic abilities. These people are not superheroes. In most ways, they're just ordinary people, living ordinary lives. They have families, careers and dreams; they eat, sleep, live…and die. THIS ISSUE: "Dead Man’s Hand," Part One—Start of a new story arc. Bobby Pope is a con man and petty criminal. He's also a psychic. He makes a living fleecing marks through card games, street fights and other scams. Aided by his abilities, he can't lose…until he crosses paths with a group of narcotics officers with more on their minds than catching criminals. SPAWN #140 (RES) on sale 11.24 $2.50 monthly ongoing series full color/32 pages written by BRIAN HOLGUIN & TODD McFARLANE art by NAT JONES & JAY FOTOS cover by GREG CAPULLO CONCEPT: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons was reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, the warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. THIS ISSUE: "Hellbound" Part 2—Having stolen the power of the Hellspawn for her own ends, the witch woman Nyx traverses the nightmarish frontiers of Hell, searching for the damned soul of a childhood friend. Aided only by a single unlikely ally, Nyx soon learns the true nature of Hell is darker and more sinister than a mortal mind could ever fathom…and the price of saving a soul is far higher than she bargained for. TALES OF TELLOS #2 (OF 3) on sale 11.17 $3.50 monthly three-issue miniseries full color/32 pages written by TODD DEZAGO art by CIRO TOTA, BRUNO BESSADI & MAURICET cover by MIKE WIERINGO CONCEPT: Journey back to the magical world of Tellos in an all-new anthology series that offers thrills, mayhem and surprises while planting the seeds for TELLOS: SECOND COMING, the new storyline due out in early 2005! THIS ISSUE: ...brings you three behind-the-scenes and in-between tales of Tellos revealing answers to some of the mysteries from the original award-winning TELLOS series! First, TODD DEZAGO teams up with renowned French artist CIRO TOTA (Photonik, Aquablue) for "The Mage of Shades" to reveal where the legendary Thomastharustra was during Jarek's final confrontation with the dread Malesur. Next, a pantomimed (and somewhat bloody) profile of the warrior Koj, with art by the highly acclaimed BRUNO BESSADI (Zorn and Dirna). And finally, part one of "The Legend of Oge K'Tion" as TODD DEZAGO and Belgian artist MAURICET bring to you the rather violent origins of the Warrior of the Light, the D'Jinn from Jarek's Amulet. All this and a pin-up by New Mutants and Impulse Artist CARLO BARBERI! This volume, as well as issues 1 and 3, is captured between a beautiful full-color cover by the lovely and talented TELLOS co-creator MIKE WIERINGO. You don't wanna miss that! TALES OF THE REALM HC on sale 11.10 $39.95 Limited edition signed hardcover full color/144 pages Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Art & Cover by MATT TYREE CONCEPT: What if we rode dragons to work every day? What if myth and fantasy were real? The Realm has all the hustle and bustle of life on the Earth today, with a little twist: Dragons and ogres, swords and sorcery are the norms in The Realm, seamlessly blended with our familiar human counterparts. In this fun and light-hearted adventure, follow the lives of three television show actors as they fight to make it big in Hollywood while interacting with a world very much like our own, but oh-so different. THIS ISSUE: Stronger than a locomotive! Bigger than a breadbasket! It's the tale that refuses to be contained within the tiny pages of a comic! The epic comedy about three actors trying to make the big time in a world where modern society has evolved alongside sorcery explodes into trade format! The story that everyone has been talking about (or should have been talking about) is here in one collected volume. With the masterful scribing ability of rising superstar writer ROBERT KIRKMAN and the unique comical storytelling of the ever-talented MATT TYREE, TALES OF THE REALM is guaranteed to have you begging for an ongoing series…unless there is something wrong with you, in which case you need to see a doctor immediately. All in a signed hardcover edition limited to only 500 copies! ULTRA #4 (OF 8) on sale 11.17 $2.95 monthly eight-issue miniseries full color/32 pages written by JONATHAN & JOSHUA LUNA art & cover by JONATHAN LUNA CONCEPT: In Spring City, where superheroes blur the lines between law enforcement and celebrity, Pearl Penalosa, AKA Ultra, is a workaholic. At the prestigious agency Heroine Inc., she has earned a legion of fans, a nomination for Best Heroine of the Year and a perfect life. Or so she thinks, until a chance encounter with a mysterious fortune- teller opens her world to new possibilities. THIS ISSUE: “Seven Days" Part Four—Spring City's most famous superheroine may have fallen for Spring City's most ordinary guy. For a man seeking excitement in a mundane existence and a celebrity yearning for normalcy in a superficial business, their meeting seems written in the stars. But will it take more than fate and superpowers to make a relationship work in this crazy world? THE WALKING DEAD #14 on sale 11.03 $2.95 monthly ongoing miniseries black & white/32 pages MATURE AUDIENCES WARNING written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living.