PREVIEWS VOL. 8 #10 THE PREVIEWS HOME PAGE PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #12 The Unique Boutique for Discriminating Collectors! Welcome to the latest issue of Previews Primo, our monthly publication that features some of the very best and most desirable items from Previews! This is the place to go for the creme de la creme, the stuff so hot that it scorches the page when you look at it. Each month, Previews Primo will come to you one week after Previews, offering you an easy, custom look at some of the finest products offered that month, complete with Previews Order Form codes so that you can easily order what you want! This issue looks at items in the November catalog for January shipping! Digest, 5x8, FC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS VOLUME VIII #12 It's December, and in this issue, we've already jumped headlong into 1999! What will the month of February hold for us? New comics? New toys? New games? That would be a big YES! But we're not gonna tell you a thing about this issue- 'cause that'd just ruin it for you when it comes around. Okay. We'll tell you this: DC's got the front cover, and Dark Horse has the reverse. But that's all we're revealing! Good enough? No?! Alright... how about this: All the latest and greatest releases from across the vast expanse that is comics! Add to that the coolest merchandise like toys, models, cards, games and other goo-gahs, and you've got the November issue of Previews! Previews is the ultimate source for news and information on the comic book industry. In it, you'll find all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer shipping in approximately two months. Everything you need in order to enjoy the comic book hobby is right here under one cover! Check out what's waiting for you in each issue of Previews: € Premier Publishers: Acclaim, Dark Horse, DC, Image, and Marvel are the biggest and the best, and you can only get them through Previews! With specially- designed sections, these five "big guns" provide you with all the information you need to stay up-to-date on your favorite characters. € Wizard: Publishers of Wizard, InQuest, ToyFare, and more! The folks at Wizard Press work hard every month to bring you the latest and greatest information on comics, toys, games, and other aspects of the hobbies we all love! € Comics: The heart and soul of the industry, these publishers capture the innovative spirit of our hobby. Previews' commitment to the diversity of the marketplace is unflagging, as we present a stellar collection of the very best in up-and-coming and small press talent! Simply put: great comics with great characters. € Eye-popping Covers: Artwork by the best in the business, with the coolest characters and the hottest new series! € Special Exclusive Serials: Dark Horse's The Hammer and Terminator can be found only in Previews! € The Splash Page: Previews' own news forum, with tips on upcoming events, special features, and capsule interviews. € The Parting Shot: A look at the industry as only Previews can deliver it, written every month by one of the top talents in the business! Catalog, 8.5x11, 400+pg, PC $2.95 Next Month: On the front cover, enter the city that Batman couldn't save: Gotham City. Following the massive earthquake that shattered the city to its very foundations, the city is ordered closed by the governement, and declared "No Man's Land!" It's the beginning of a shocking new chapter in the Batman saga-but amid the desolate landscape a legend is reborn: Batgirl. But who is she? You'll meet her, and the villains who take over the ruined city, in this major DC event! Plus, Dark Horse unveils another great project on the back cover, along with the serialized exploits of Kelley Jones' The Hammer! It's all in the November issue of Previews! ON SALE OCTOBER 28TH! PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM BOOKLET VOLUME VIII #12 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form publication! Now it's easier than ever to use and store your Order Form because it's the same size as a comic book! Use the order form to tally up your order and make sure that everything you want is accounted for. Also includes a Short Order Form for making your order come together even faster! Features a special cover different from Previews! This issue ships in late November 1998 for items on sale in February, 1999. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS ADULT VOLUME VIII #12 Discerning adult readers looking for more information and artwork on those other comics and cards can find what they're looking for in Previews Adult. Inside each issue, you'll find additional artwork and information not found in the "PG- 13-rated" Previews. Plus, Previews Adult features editorial coverage of the adult industry-with its own Mature Readers news page! NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions, adult material may not be available in some international markets. Please check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability. ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 8.5x11, 24pg, FC MSRP: $0.75 ACCLAIM COMICS N.I.O. #2 by Bury, St. Pierre, & Hillsman Everything that Jimmu loved is gone. His home destroyed. His parents... murdered. Now, the only thing he has left is N.I.O., the artificial construct that was programmed to protect him at any cost-but created by the people responsible for his family's deaths. Will N.I.O., Jimmu and Lt. Michael Corbin get any closer to discovering the truth behind Project: N.I.O.? Or will Director Kembei and his legion of robots kill them before they've even had a chance to start? This action-packed issue continues the story of Acclaim's first all-new character in over a year! Creators Shon Bury and Joe St. Pierre are pulling no punches with this tortured tale about a young boy trying to hold on to his humanity... and a robot attempting to gain hers. FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.50 QUANTUM & WOODY: HOLY S-WORD! WE'RE CANCELLED!! TP by Christopher Priest & M.D. Bright Well... we're canceled. But not really. "The World's Worst Superhero Team" is back for their third trade paperback collecting issues #9-12. In this trade paperback you'll find nipplege. Lots of nipplege. Tastefully done, of course (We're kidding about the plethora of nipplege). Also you'll find out what happens when a superhero team switches bodies and has to go to the bathroom. (Come on, we know you all always wondered what happened behind the scenes when all those big superhero guys had their bodies switched). And most important of all-just because we can do it-there will be All-New Material by Christopher Priest and M.D. Bright throughout this last gasp collection of your favorite superhero team! RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #7 (Jul98) SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $7.95 TUROK 2: SEEDS OF EVIL OFFICIAL STRATEGY GUIDE The Official Strategy Guide to 1998's hottest video game release is here! Turok 2: Seeds of Evil is the most anticipated Nintendo video game ever, and our Official Strategy Guide is a must-have companion book! Featuring: € Comprehensive descriptions of all weapons and enemies. € Crystal-clear walkthroughs for every level, with pickups and enemies clearly delineated. € Tips, tricks, secrets and strategy direct from the game developers and playtesters at Iguana and Acclaim. € Multi-player options, maps and strategy tips to make you the dinosaur hunter to beat. € Fascinating behind-the-scenes info on the making of the biggest sequel in video game history. € Exclusive section encompassing the rich world of Turok, his true origins, and where he's going next. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #8 (Aug98) SC, 8x11, 176pg, FC $12.99 TUROK/SHADOWMAN OFFICIAL COMIC BOOK MAGAZINE by Priest, O. Jimenez, & Broome A deadly alliance has arisen between Deadside and the Lost Land, forcing Turok to seek out Shadowman's help in journeying to the land of the dead to reclaim the life of a close friend. However, if the forces of darkness can manage to keep the young Turok there and end the legacy, the entire Earth may be consumed by the ultimate evil of the Deadsiders' alliance with the Amaranthine Accordance, and Shadowman will stop at nothing to prevent that from happening. Written by super fan-favorite Christopher (Black Panther, Quantum & Woody) Priest, with art by Oscar Jimenez, Mat Broome and the rest of the Digital Broome team. Also Included in this 64-page format, will be behind-the-scenes looks at the making of the Shadowman videogame from Acclaim, as well as reprinting the origin of our current Shadowman! Way cool stuff,eh? Magazine, ??pg, FC $?.?? DARK HORSE COMICS BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #4:BACK IN BLUE Artist Dave Stevens' popular Rocketeer comic series features Bettie Page as the beautiful and charming love interest. Stevens uses his considerable talents to give Bettie a particular elegance and refinement with out sacrificing any of the raw magnetism that makes her so compelling. This fourth and final Zippo® lighter in Dark Horse's Bettie Page signature series comes packaged in a special collector's box and includes a full-color trading card with information about the image and artist. On sale January 13 Bettie Page Zippo® Lighter #4 $37.50 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #27: ON SILENT WING #8 (OF 8) by Hiroaki Samura; lettering and retouch by Tomoko Saito; cover by Hiroaki Samura Araya is dead. Despite Rin's attempts to deal with her mother's murderer peacefully, Araya chose a fight to the death, rather than risk his son finding out about his father's bloody past. But the battle is not over. His son, Renzo stumbles upon the death scene and vows that he will not rest until his father's death is avenged. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS VIOLENCE AND ADULT LANGUAGE. On sale December 23 b&w, 32pg (8 of 8) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: BLOOD OF A THOUSAND TP by Hiroaki Samura "To end his eternal suffering, he must slay one thousand enemies!" Manji, a ronin warrior of feudal Japan, has been cursed with immortality. To rid himself of this curse and end his life of misery, he must slay one thousand evil men! His quest begins when a young girl seeks his help in taking revenge on her parents' killers . . . and his quest won't end until the blood of a thousand has spilled! This trade paperback collects the first four hard-to-find issues of Blade of the Immortal in the same format as the recent best-selling Gunsmith Cats and Oh My Goddess! collections. SC, 8" x 6", 136pg, b&w $12.95 ******************* BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #4 by Andi Watson and Hector Gomez; cover by Hector Gomez Dashing through the snow, in a one horse open slay! The comics adaption of the hit television show continues as the Yuletide rolls into Sunnydale. A puzzling heat wave is the least of Buffy's concerns when she realizes she does not possess the monetary means to afford the holiday season (or a new dress for the Winter Dance!). To add insult to injury, she is forced to get a job in the mall to pay for her expenditures. All would be well, though, if she didn't have to wear a paper hat and if her employer wasn't quite so "cold" towards her . . . Hector Gomez, artist of October's Buffy: The Dust Waltz graphic novel, steps in for this special fill in, while regular artist Joe Bennett gets ready for a special Buffy project to be announced soon! On sale December 23 FC, 32pg (Belmont) Direct Version $2.95 FC, 32pg (Belmont) Newsstand Photo cover $2.95 CARAVAN KIDD VOLUME THREE TP by Johji Manabe Acclaimed manga-master Johji Manabe, creator of Outlanders and Drakuun, completes his epic Caravan Kidd saga in this massive 296-page volume. The beautiful warrior Mian Toris confronts her arch-nemesis, Empress Shion, on the homeworld of the Helgebard Empire. If Mian prevails, the Empire will be brought to its knees - and the homeworld of her conscripted sidekick Wataru (who just happens to be in love with Mian) will be destroyed by an even greater stellar menace! BE ADVISED: CONTAINS ADULT SITUATIONS AND LANGUAGE. On sale January 20 SC, 296pg, b&w $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN CARAVAN KIDD VOLUME TWO TP by Johji Manabe; translated by Dana Lewis and Toren Smith Follow the further exploits of Mian, Wataru, and Babo in this second Caravan Kidd collection. If you like Johji Manabe's Outlanders, his adventure series Drakuun, or simply couldn't put down volume one of Caravan Kidd, you'll love this MONSTER 304-page collection. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS NUDITY AND PROFANITY. SC, 304pg, 6 5/8" x 10 3/16" b&w $19.95 DARK HORSE BRAINGEAR: USAGI YOJIMBO BASEBALL CAP Artist Stan Sakai has created a cult sensation with his meticulously researched, graphically innovative, and darkly comic Usagi Yojimbo series. Dark Horse has scored a coup by persuading Sakai to lend his signature Usagi image and logo to the next in a series of popular Braingear hat designs. The striking 'chop' used by Sakai will be featured on the front and the Usagi logo on the back of a high- quality, low-profile baseball cap. Get one for yourself and another for your favorite samurai or monk! On sale January 13 Usagi Yojimbo Baseball Cap $17.95 OFFERED AGAIN USAGI YOJIMBO: DAISHO TP by Stan Sakai Continuing our collections of the out-of-print issues originally published by Mirage, Stan Sakai's rabbit ronin continues his journey through a lawless land. Usagi meets a mysterious assassin disguised as a priest, encounters dishonest gamblers, and comes to the aid of the unfortunate. Introduction by James Robinson (Starman, Leave It to Chance). SC, 200pg, b&w $14.95 DARK HORSE CLASSICS GODZILLA®, KING OF THE MONSTERS #6 by Kevin Maguire, Brandon McKinney, and Scott Reed; cover by Bob Eggleton It's an all-out battle royal between Godzilla and Bagorah, the giant bat monster from space, on the streets of Vancouver, British Columbia. These two behemoths are going to settle once and for all who is King of the Monsters, and neither the army nor G-Force have any say in the matter! Godzilla ® & © 1998 Toho Co., Ltd. On sale December 2 FC, 32pg (Belmont) $2.95 DARK HORSE CLASSICS TERROR OF GODZILLA® #5 by Kazuhisa Iwata; cover by Arthur Adams A Russian nuke is headed toward Tokyo where the Japanese Defense Force's powerful secret weapon Super-X is locked in mortal combat with Godzilla, and Professor Hayashida, the only man in the world who knows how to stop Godzilla, is standing at ground zero! Stuff like this happens everytime Godzilla comes to town! In color for the very first time anywhere! Godzilla ® & © 1998 Toho Co., Ltd. On sale December 16 FC, 32pg $2.95 DARK HORSE EXTRA #7 Arthur Adams brings you his sixth and final installment of Monkeyman & O'Brien, the further adventures of Blowtorch Johnson continue in part three of "In Flew a Dead Duck" by Gary Gianni, and Dave Cooper begins an all-new, six-part strip featuring Pip and Norton! This big, four-page tabloid also features the complete scoop on every Dark Horse title coming in January, plus a poster spotlighting the cover art from Star Wars: Boba Fett - Enemy of the Empire #1 by Dave Gibbons. Don't miss out! On sale December 9 FC, 4pg, 14-3/4" x 21-1/2" folded to 14-3/4" x 10-3/4" PI DARK HORSE PRESENTS #138 By Alan Grant, Frank Teran, Gary Martin, Steve Rude, Andy Bish, Steve Seagle, and Stefano Gaudiano; cover by Frank Teran In the bleak future controlled by SkyNet and the Terminators, a group of desperate human warriors fight back with everything they've got. Also in this issue: Steve Rude's The Moth, an off-the-wall superhero with a devil-may-care attitude. And what's that they say about a rolling stone? X-Men author Steve Seagle tells us all about it in My Vagabond Days. On sale December 9 b&w, 32pg $2.95 GHOST #4: THE DEVIL INSIDE #1 (OF 3) by Chris Warner, Christian Zanier, Steve Moncuse, cover by Dan Norton This issue marks the beginning of a new story arc - the final one in Ghost's origin saga. Ghost has seen the video tape of her own death but instead of it answering all of her questions, it has left her with new ones - and the horrifying knowledge that her friends may actually be her enemies. But before she can even deal with the implications of her betrayal, she is attacked by a new group of adversaries possessing some of the same abilities as hers! Twists, turns, and lots of action! On sale December 16 FC, 32pg $2.95 GHOST SPECIAL #3: SCARY MONSTERS by Eric Luke, Tom Sniegoski, H.M. Baker, Bernard Kolle, cover by Baker Poor Ghost. First she thinks she's dead, then she finds out she's not, but she's still stuck being a ghost. Worse, she seems to have a knack for finding the strangest creatures the dark underbelly of Arcadia has to offer. Two strange encounters are presented here: Ghost's confrontation with the insectoid horror known as "Mayfly," and her uncovering of demonic "Secrets" reprinted from its serialization in Diamond Previews. Twice as many pages, twice as much adventure! On sale December30 FC, 48pg $3.95 GHOST: BLACK OCTOBER TP by Eric Luke, Scott Benefiel, Jasen Rodriguez, George Dove, Bernard Kolle, H.M. Baker, Bob Wiacek, John Cassaday, and Gary Martin; Cover by Den Beauvais The envy of another woman may be the most terrible nemesis Ghost must face when Dr. October - the hot-bodied villainess with the face of burnt flesh and the voice of shredding paper - returns to menace the dark metropolis of Arcadia. This full-color trade paperback is a must-have for Ghost fans or a perfect introduction for new readers. On sale January 27 SC, 144pg, FC $14.95 SERGIO ARAGONÉS' GROO & RUFFERTO #1 (OF 4) by Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier No dog has ever been so loyal for so long to so stupid a master - finally it pays off, and Groo's dog Rufferto gets a little of the limelight. A bad run-in with the wizard Anakrony, Master of the Chronological Sciences, tests once and for all the bond between this barbarian and his best friend. Making another accidental stand against tyranny, Groo becomes separated from Rufferto, and an entire city is made to suffer. On sale December 23 FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE, & RED #2 (OF 4) by Various Impressively rendered in black, white, and blood-red, tales of the doomed Hunter Rose continue with work by some of the industry's top creators. C. Scott Morse (Soulwind), Bernie Mireault (The Jam), Paul Chadwick (Concrete), Tim Bradstreet (Maximum Black), David Mack (Kabuki) and Matt Wagner (Mage: The Hero Defined) bring Grendel back to vibrant, violent life. The Devil never looked so good! On sale December 16 B,W, & R, 48pg (Belmont) (2 of 4) $3.95 THE LORDS OF MISRULE TP by Dan Abnett, John Tomlinson, Steve White, and Peter Snejbjerg; cover by John Higgins Collecting the Dark Horse-published six-issue Lords of Misrule series plus three short stories from Dark Horse Presents and an eleven-page story previously published by Tundra UK. The horror begins when one of a group of friends is horribly murdered. Mysterious, supernatural events lead the survivors on an adventure to a village with a long and bloody history of murder and hauntings. BE ADVISED: FOR MATURE READERS. On sale January 20 SC, 200pg, b&w $17.95* DRAKUUN: THE HIDDEN WAR #3 (OF 6) by Johji Manabe; lettering and retouch by Susie Lee; cover by Johji Manabe As war clouds gather around Akogiland, Karula and Dard are enjoying the last few days of peace. Not that everyone else is enjoying their fun as much as they are. This is one couple that no one can ignore. No one, except Masahiko, their Nosjir Kamikaze friend. Masahiko is in heaven as warplanes arrive to join the rebellion. And when he stumbles across the airplane of the famous ace, Ramuda sets the wheels in motion that will bring yet another comrade into Karula's circle. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS ADULT SITUATIONS On sale December 30 b&w, 32pg (3 of 6) $2.95 OH MY GODDESS!:THE DEVIL IN MISS URD #2 (OF 6) by Kosuke Fujishima; lettering and retouch by Susie Lee and PC Orz. The evil demon Mara is once again up to no good. She's building a clone from a lock of Urd's hair that she swiped from Urd at the hot-springs resort. The purpose of the clone: Mara wants to merge the 100 proof demon blood of Urd and the 100 proof demon blood of her clone to make a pure 200 Proof Demonic Urd! On sale December 2 b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95 STAR WARS #1 by Jan Strnad, Anthony Winn, and Robert Jones; cover by Ken Kelly Ki-Adi-Mundi is a Jedi Knight of formidable power and influence, but not on his own homeworld of Filasculm. Most of the planet's citizens are happy to continue their low-tech lives of simplicity, isolated from the Republic, but a new generation of Filasculmians crave speeder bikes and starships, and are prepared to fight their elders for them! How can a Jedi take up arms against his own children? On sale December 2 FC, 32pg $2.50 RED ROCKET 7 LIMITED EDITION AND CD by Mike and Laura Allred Why settle for second best? For the first time, the hit series is collected into a prestigious hard cover limited edition, with a bonus single by Mike Allred's own band, The Gear! Limited to a mere 500 copies, experience the adventure, romance, and rock and roll all over again with this signed and numbered edition. Available only while supplies last, hurry and order yours today! On sale December 2 LTD ED w/CD, ?pg, FC $69.95 MASAKAZU KATSURA'S SHADOW LADY I - DANGEROUS LOVE #3 (OF 7) by Masakazu Katsura; lettering and retouch by Tomoko Saito; translated by Hisashi Kotobuki and Toren Smith Aimi and her alter ego find themselves in a perpetual state of melancholy. Aimi is unable to sleep, Shadow Lady just has no motivation to steal anything. The cause of this all? The man who saved her the previous night. He is Bright Honda, one of the newest additions to Gray City's police force. On sale December 9 b&w, 24pg (3 of 7) $2.50 SUBHUMAN #2 (OF 4) by Mark Schultz, Michael Ryan, and Roger Petersen; cover by Mark Schultz The chase is on! Our mysterious heroine, Krill Stromer races against the dark forces of Senator Malcolm Kenneally to uncover her ultimate destiny. At the same time, an unexpected figure from her past seeks to sabotage those efforts. Join Krill, Jubal Early and the incipient StormForce 10 as the black tentacles of the Urschlime begin to tighten their coils. On sale December 16 FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK - MANGA #1 (OF 4) based on the story by George Lucas and adapted from a screenplay by Leigh Brackett and Lawrence Kasdan; art by Toshiki Kudo The Star Wars Manga tradition continues with Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back - MANGA. Masterfully drawn by artist Toshiki Kudo this volume continues to follow the adventures of Luke, Leia, and Han as they battle the Empire on the ice planet of Hoth. You won't want to miss out on this exquisite telling of the classic tale of betrayal and high-adventure. On sale January 27 b&w, 96pg (1 of 4) $9.95 STAR WARS: THE JABBA TAPE by John Wagner and Kilian Plunkett; cover by Kilian Plunkett With Jabba the Hutt dead, a swarm of greedy Hutt relatives descend on Tatooine ready to claim their piece of Jabba's vast criminal empire. But Big Gizz and Spiker, Jabba's swoop-riding thugs, have their own agenda for a hidden ship-full of Jabba's most precious art treasures. Unfortunately, the ship is protected with a security program modelled on Jabba himself, and nobody cheats the ace crime lord and gets away with it! On sale December 23 FC, 32pg (one-shot) $2.95 STAR WARS: CRIMSON EMPIRE II #2 (OF 6) by Mike Richardson, Randy Stradley, Paul Gulacy, and Randy Emberlin; cover by Dave Dorman As the death toll rises, so do the stakes for the future of the Empire. Who is committing these assassinations of Interim Council members and who within the Empire has the most to gain? Why has Mirith Sinn abandoned the New Republic to fulfill a personal vendetta? And how does Kir Kanos fit into this jigsaw puzzle of intrigue? \On sale December 9 FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95 STAR WARS: JEDI ACADEMY - LEVIATHAN #3 (OF 4) by Kevin J. Anderson, Dario Carrasco, Jr., and Mark Heike; cover by Paul Chadwick Kyp Durron arrives on the mining world of Corbos only to find the entire colony destroyed. There are no signs of life but Kyp can still hear the psychic outcries of the colonists. He is drawn toward the leviathan of Corbos, a beast that he finds has devoured the colonists - and yet trapped their minds and spirits. And it's up to Kyp to defeat the leviathan on his own. . . On sale December 16 FC, 32pg (3 of 4) (Belmont) $2.95 STAR WARS: MARA JADE - BY THE EMPEROR'S HAND #5 (OF 6) by Timothy Zahn and Carlos Ezquerra; cover by Kilian Plunkett Fed up with being hunted by her enemies, Mara Jade decides it's time to become the hunter. First on her payback list: the evil Dequc, Black Nebula crime lord - the man who survived her final assignment for the Emperor! Now, Mara must infiltrate his hidden base, take him down, and escape! Could she finally be in over her head? On sale December 2 FC, 32pg (5 of 6) $2.95 THE TERMINATOR: ENDGAME TP by James Robinson, Jackson Guice, and John Beatty; cover by Ryan Benjamin He said he'd be back! The long out-of-print finale of the original Dark Horse Terminator run is finally available in one volume. In 1984, Sarah Connor is about to give birth to the savior-to-be of humankind's future. But in the 21st Century, the monstrous supercomputer SkyNet has one last chance to ensure its own future - by sending its last man-machine across time to terminate Sarah before John Connor can be born. With an unexpected ending that longtime Terminator fans will enjoy, Endgame features a taut, cinematic script by Eisner Award winner James Robinson (Starman, Leave It to Chance) and detailed, action-packed visuals by Jackson Guice and John Beatty. Endgame marks the end of the original Terminator era with a bang - lots of them! On sale January 27 SC, 80pg, FC $9.95 THE TERMINATOR #4 by Alan Grant and Steve Pugh; cover by Steve Pugh The Terminators have hit Death Valley like a runaway train. Literally! The Terminator duo, male D-800L and female D-810X, have never been closer to exterminating their query, humanity's would-be savior John Connor. But there're two things standing in their way: one is the bounty hunter Van Dirk, who blames the cyborgs for the death of an innocent girl; the other is a steam-powered locomotive barreling straight at them. On sale December 30 FC, 32pg (Belmont) $2.95 HARLAN ELLISON Harlan Ellison is surely one of the most creative thinkers of our time - his stories of the fantastic have captured the imaginations of millions of people over the last four decades. In June 1996 Harlan was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Horror Writers Association (accompanying the Lifedtime Achievement Award of the World Fantasy Convention, and the Living Legend Award of the Horror Critics' Guild, and the Milford Award for the Lifetime Achievement in Editing, which he's already won) and at the same time picked up the 1996 Bram Stoker Award of the HWA for the best short story . . . a story first published in Harlan Ellison's Dream Corridor. HARLAN ELLISON'S DREAM CORRIDOR SPECIAL by Harlan Ellison and a cast of thousands; painted cover by Stephen Hickman; back cover by Overton Loyd FC, 48pg, squarebound deluxe format, painted cover $4.95 HARLAN ELLISON'S DREAM CORRIDOR QUARTERLY #1 by Harlan Ellison, Jan Strnad, Paul Chadwick, Bernie Mireault, Tony Isabella, Rags Morales, Marie Severin, John Ostrander, Martin Nodell, Jed Hotchkiss, and Neal Adams; cover painting by Terese Nielsen FC, 64pg, quarterly (ongoing) $5.95 HARLAN ELLISON'S DREAM CORRIDOR TP by Harlan Ellison and various MATURE READERS: CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE. SC, 192pg, FC $18.95 HARLAN ELLISON'S DREAM CORRIDOR LTD ED HC by Harlan Ellison and various BE ADVISED: CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE. LTD ED HC, 192pg, FC, Signed & numbered $69.95 MERCHANDISE RELIST ASTROESQUE VIDEO by Mike Allred VHS videotape $19.98 THE ADVENTURES OF LUTHER ARKWRIGHT LTD ED PRINT by Bryan Talbot FC, 16-1/2" x 11-3/4" print $20.00 AGE OF REPTILES: CARNIVORES LTD ED LITHOGRAPH #1 by Ricardo Delgado FC, 21" x 15", S&N lithograph on acid-free 80 lb. stock. . . $29.95 AGE OF REPTILES: CARNIVORES - TYLOSAURUS LTD ED LITHOGRAPH #2 by Ricardo Delgado FC, 21" x 15" S&N lithograph on acid-free 80 lb. stock $29.95 AGE OF REPTILES: CARNIVORES #3 LTD ED LITHOGRAPH by Ricardo Delgado FC, 21" x 15" lithograph on acid-free stock $29.95 AGE OF REPTILES: CARNIVORES #4 LTD ED LITHOGRAPH by Ricardo Delgado FC, 21" x 15" lithograph on acid-free stock $29.95 ALIENS LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH by John Bolton FC, signed & numbered $79.95 ALIENS VS. PREDATOR LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH by Dave Dorman FC, signed & numbered $79.95 ALIEN EGG VERSION II - H. R. GIGER LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH by H.R. 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Heike, Bill Black, and David Jacob Beckett; cover by Duncan Fegredo SC, 144pg, FC $16.95 STAR WARS: TALES OF THE JEDI - THE FREEDON NADD UPRISING TP by Tom Veitch, Tony Akins, and Denis Rodier; cover by Dave Dorman SC, 56pg, FC $5.95 THE STAR WARS HANDBOOK #1: X-WING ROGUE SQUADRON by Peet Janes; with illustrations by John Nadeau, Steve Crespo, Edvin Biukovic, and others; cover by John Nadeau FC, 32pg $2.95 STAR WARS: X-WING ROGUE SQUADRON - BATTLEGROUND TATOOINE TP by Michael A. Stackpole, Jan Strnad, John Nadeau, and Jordi Ensign; cover by John K. Snyder III SC, 112pg, FC $12.95 STAR WARS: X-WING ROGUE SQUADRON - THE PHANTOM AFFAIR TP by Michael Stackpole, Darko Macan, and Edvin Biukovic SC, 112pg, FC $12.95 DC COMICS DC UNIVERSE: THE KINGDOM THE KINGDOM DIRECT CURRENTS SPECIAL WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS In stores December 2. The keys to THE KINGDOM are revealed in a one-shot newspaper, featuring interviews with the writer and artists behind the comics event of the year! Featuring art from the two-issue KINGDOM miniseries and all five one-shots, this 8-page preview - in stores two weeks before THE KINGDOM #1 - reveals just a few of the exciting ways the DC Universe will be changed by the outcome of THE KINGDOM. Co-produced with Comic Shop News. FC, 8 PG. NEWSPAPER PI THE KINGDOM #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY ARIEL OLIVETTI In stores December 16. The reality-twisting event of the year begins! Deadman introduces the most-recently slain Superman to the ghosts of his future selves in an extra-sized issue that finds the Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman of twenty years hence helpless against Gog's rampage. The world's three greatest super-heroes must undertake a desperate plan to save all reality... even if they must sacrifice their own timeline to do it! For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 2) $2.95* THE KINGDOM: KID FLASH #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY MARK PAJARILLO AND WALDEN WONG In stores December 23. Like everyone else, the super-quick daughter of the Flash has heard that history's three greatest super-heroes have departed on a mission that could erase their timeline. As panic grips the globe, will she finally prove her worth to her father? And can she get her underachieving brother Barry to live up to the Flash legacy before time runs out for the fastest family alive? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE KINGDOM: NIGHTSTAR #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY MATT HALEY AND TOM SIMMONS In stores December 23. Nightwing's daughter stars in a beautiful one-shot featuring art by the ELSEWORLD'S FINEST: SUPERGIRL & BATGIRL team of Matt Haley and Tom Simmons! When word gets out that Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman may have doomed their reality, chaos spreads from the Earth's metahuman community all the way up to Green Lantern's orbiting emerald citadel. There, Nightstar, the beautiful daughter of Nightwing and Starfire, must fight alongside her estranged father to save people that may already be as good as dead. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE KINGDOM: OFFSPRING #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY FRANK QUITELY In stores December 23. The most offbeat of all the KINGDOM one-shots introduces Offspring, the crime-fighting son of Plastic Man - featuring art by Frank Quitely (BATMAN: THE SCOTTISH CONNECTION)! Up until now, Offspring's greatest challenge was just being taken seriously. Now, with everyone nervously awaiting the end of existence, Offspring's running out of chances to prove to the world that he's not just a walking punchline. Will joining other young heroes on a last-ditch mission prove his heroism, or merely cement his reputation as comic relief? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE KINGDOM: PLANET KRYPTON #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY BARRY KITSON In stores December 23. The JLA: YEAR ONE team of writer Mark Waid and penciller Barry Kitson re-team to explore one of KINGDOM COME's most fascinating locales! In the present, Booster Gold has just opened his new super-hero theme restaurant, Planet Krypton. But the eatery seems to be haunted, and Booster asks Batman to investigate. Mysterious spirits begin to reveal impossible secrets to the Dark Knight, unreal secrets which could prove instrumental to Gog's defeat - if the messages can be decoded in time! Who are these ghosts? What shocking place do they come from? And what is their connection to Ibn al Xu'ffasch, Nightstar, Kid Flash and Offspring? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE KINGDOM: SON OF THE BAT #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY BRIAN APTHORP AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY APTHORP AND JOHN BEATTY In stores December 23. The legacies of the Dark Knight and one of his greatest foes combine in a stunning one-shot with art by Brian Apthorp (BATMAN: POISON IVY) and Mark Farmer (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: THE NAIL)! He is the heir to the legacy of dark genius left him by Bruce Wayne and Ra's al Ghul's daughter, Talia. Now Ibn al Xu'ffasch must use all of his cunning to resurrect his grandfather, Ra's al Ghul, and the tyrannical Braniac, teaming them up with an enslaved Lex Luthor. His goal: to find a way to avert the destruction that will result from Gog's never-ending battle with Superman. Will his deal with three devils succeed, or will Ibn succumb to his own inner demons? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE KINGDOM #2 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY MIKE ZECK AND JOHN BEATTY In stores December 30. It's DC history in the making as THE KINGDOM concludes in this extra-sized, extra-shocking issue! THE KINGDOM event concludes as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman from the Elseworld of KINGDOM COME arrive in today's DC Universe to seek the aid of their counterparts here. Thus, the three heroes in their prime join their older, wiser selves in combat against the greatest menace ever known when Gog arrives, intent on destroying the nation's heartland and laying the blame on Superman. At stake is all of history... and the conclusion to this final battle is something no one expects! For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 2) $2.95* STARS OF THE MONTH KINGDOM COME HC WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 16. Timed to coincide with THE KINGDOM, DC reoffers the 2nd printing of this handsome hardcover edition (coproduced by DC Comics and Graphitti Designs) collecting the KINGDOM COME miniseries, written by THE KINGDOM's Mark Waid, fully painted by Harvey and Eisner Award-winning artist Alex Ross (UNCLE SAM, SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH). Note: Available quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR7346D) HC, 7x10, 232pg, FC $29.95 KINGDOM COME TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 16. Timed to coincide with THE KINGDOM, DC reoffers the affordable trade-paperback collection of the award-winning KINGDOM COME miniseries. (STAR6816D) SC, 7x10, 232pg, FC $14.95 ******************** DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #49 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART AND COVER BY ROGER ROBINSON AND JAMES PASCOE In stores December 9. Before the new era for AZRAEL can begin, the old era must end! Defying a direct order from the Dark Knight, Azrael sets out to clear his name and bring the malevolent Nicholas Scratch down! But no matter how the confrontation is resolved, the Azrael we've all come to know will be no more after this issue! FC, 32 PG. $2.25* BATMAN #562 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY JIM APARO AND DAVID ROACH; COVER BY RODOLFO DAMAGGIO In stores December 9. "Mr. Wayne goes to Washington" concludes as Gotham's trip down the "Road to No Man's Land" reaches it's close. As Bruce Wayne fights a last-ditch battle to save his city, all but one of Gotham's bridges are blown up; and his chief ally, Mayor Grange, is struck down by an assassin's bullet. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* STAR OF THE MONTH BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT ADVENTURES TP WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND WRAPAROUND COVER BY MIKE PAROBECK AND RICK BURCHETT In stores December 9. Timed to coincide with the debut of BATMAN BEYOND, this inexpensive volume collects THE BATMAN ADVENTURES #7-12, featuring appearances by Harley Quinn, the Riddler, Batgirl, Poison Ivy, Clayface, and more. (STAR7622D) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $7.95 ******************** BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #9 WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BURCHETT In stores December 2. Continuing their pursuit of the League of Assassins, Batman and Batgirl trek to Nepal to assault the League's Himalayan stronghold. But two surprises are in store for the Dark Knight: the gun that Batgirl insists on carrying... and the identity of the League's leader. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #115 WRITTEN BY DARREN VINCENZO; ART BY LUKE MCDONNELL; PAINTED COVER BY DAN BRERETON In stores December 30. A vivid painted cover by Dan Brereton (BATMAN: THRILLKILLER) highlights this haunting self-contained story! Many years ago, a tragic accident on the Gotham River resulted in the birth of an aquatic creature dwelling in the caves that connect to those beneath Wayne Manor. Now the creature's obsession with a locket that belonged to Martha Wayne leads to a confrontation with Gotham's other cave-dweller: Batman. FC, 32 PG. $1.99 BATMAN: REIGN OF TERROR WRITTEN BY MIKE W. BARR; ART AND COVER BY JOSÉ LUIS GARCÍA-LOPEZ ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 2. In Revolutionary France, returning soldier Bruce Wayne must choose between the brutal Revolution supported by his father and his own conscience. But when Bruce's wife's parents face a brutal death by guillotine, his decision launches the adventure of a lifetime. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT #82 WRITTEN BY ALAN GRANT; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK AND LAUREL BLECHMAN In stores December 2. Gotham's journey down the "Road to No Man's Land" reaches an end as the situation following the quake deteriorates. Jeremiah Arkham is faced with the hardest decision of his life - to let the madmen of Arkham Asylum starve to death in their cells, or release them into what's left of Gotham City. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* BATMAN: TOYMAN #4 WRITTEN BY LARRY HAMA; ART BY ANTHONY WILLIAMS AND AARON SOWD; COVER BY KLAUS JANSON In stores December 9. The miniseries pitting Batman against one of Superman's most twisted foes concludes! A badly wounded Batman must enlist the aid of an unexpected source to prevent the Toyman from killing dozens of innocent children. FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4) $2.25* STAR OF THE MONTH THE BATMAN & SUPERMAN ADVENTURES: WORLD'S FINEST WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; ART BY JOE STATON AND TERRY BEATTY; PAINTED COVER BY BRUCE TIMM In stores December 16. DC reoffers this Eisner Award-winning Prestige Format (Best Graphic Album - New) one-shot adapting the first meeting of the animated Dark Knight and the animated Man of Steel. (STAR6975D) FC, 64 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $6.95 ********************* BATMAN BEYOND #1 WRITTEN BY HILARY J. BADER; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BRUCE TIMM Retrosolicited; in stores November 25. A six-issue miniseries based on the futuristic new animated series begins with a 2-part story revealing the destiny of the Dark Knight and the origin of his successor! In the adaptation of the series' debut, "Rebirth," we learn what led Bruce Wayne to hang up his cape and cowl and how, many years later, a youngster named Terry McGuiness will inherit the mantle of the Bat. Note: If the airdate for the debut of the animated series (November 14) changes, the in-store date of the series will move accordingly. For more information, see the feature article. Retailers, please note: This title is retrosolicited. All other items solicited for this date were listed last month in Previews. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $1.99* BATMAN BEYOND #2 WRITTEN BY HILARY J. BADER; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BRUCE TIMM In stores December 30. The futuristic new animated-style miniseries continues with the conclusion of the 2-part story revealing the origin of the Dark Knight's successor! Young Terry McGuiness learns what it truly means to inherit the mantle of the Bat as he faces the villainy of unscrupulous Wayne Industries rival Derek Powers - and his malevolent forces - in a futuristic Gotham. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $1.99* STAR OF THE MONTH THE BATMAN ADVENTURES TP WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT AND MARTIN PASKO; ART BY TY TEMPLETON, BRAD RADER, AND RICK BURCHETT; COVER BY TEMPLETON In stores December 2. Reoffered to coincide with the BATMAN BEYOND miniseries, this first trade paperback collecting the animated-style adventures of Batman reprints THE BATMAN ADVENTURES #1-6. (STAR7586D) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $7.95 ********************* BATMAN/HELLBOY/STARMAN #2 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY MIKE MIGNOLA; COVER BY TONY HARRIS In stores December 30. One of the most unorthodox - and stylish - crossovers to date concludes! Hellboy and Starman venture to a secret Nazi base in the Amazon jungle to rescue Starman's father, Golden Age Starman Ted Knight. Kidnapped by the Nazi cultists, the elder Knight had been forced to use his scientific knowledge of cosmic energy to call down a powerful elder god. Now Starman's science and Hellboy's sorcery must combine to save the world from a threat older than time and more horrible than anything the world has ever known! Co- published with Dark Horse Comics. FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 2) NO INTERIOR ADS $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH BATMAN/SPAWN: WAR DEVIL WRITTEN BY DOUG MOENCH, CHUCK DIXON AND ALAN GRANT; ART AND COVER BY KLAUS JANSON In stores December 2. Reoffering one of comics' most requested team-ups, bringing Todd McFarlane's Spawn to the Dark Knight's Gotham. (STAR0830D) FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 ********************* BIRDS OF PREY #2 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY GREG LAND AND DREW GERACI; COVER BY LAND AND BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores December 2. The adventures of Black Canary and Oracle in a new ongoing series! Black Canary is captured by gangster Jackie Pajamas and sentenced to a life of slavery in a third-world backwater. And even if the Canary can escape her bonds, can she evade the clutches of her taskmaster: Hellhound? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* CATWOMAN #65 WRITTEN BY DEVIN K. GRAYSON; ART BY JIM BALENT AND JOHN STANISCI; COVER BY BALENT In stores December 30. Concluding a 3-part story guest-starring Batman and the Joker! Catwoman's battle with the Scarecrow takes an unexpected turn as she must shake off not only the master of fear, but also the Dark Knight. And if she succeeds, she plans revenge on both the Joker and Batman. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* DETECTIVE COMICS #729 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY WILLIAM ROSADO AND SAL BUSCEMA; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores December 16. The "Road to No Man's Land" reaches a dead end as guest stars Nightwing and Robin find themselves trapped on the last bridge in Gotham, thirty seconds before it's due to be blown up! Meanwhile, Commissioner Gordon reorganizes the police force for the anarchy that is sure to come when Gotham becomes a No Man's Land. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* NIGHTWING #28 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND KARL STORY In stores December 9. Nightwing gets closer and closer to learning the true identity of the mass murderer in Blüdhaven, but it brings him inexorably closer to the Huntress as well. Plus, a new villain named Torque goes public. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* ROBIN #61 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY STAZ JOHNSON AND STAN WOCH; COVER BY JASON PEARSON In stores December 30. Robin learns who really killed his schoolmate, Philmont Delinger, and then finds himself battling not only the killer, but also a forest fire. Note: Tim Drake is featured on the ROBIN MAGNET, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #564 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL AND JERRY ORDWAY; ART AND COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND DENIS RODIER In stores December 2. Clark Kent has had a dream of a nuclear nightmare: a massive meltdown in Markovia. Now, the disaster he imagined has come to pass! Coincidence? Or prophecy? Is the Man of Steel manifesting a new super-power? Markovian hero Geo-Force guest-stars. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* ACTION COMICS #751 WRITTEN BY STUART IMMONEN; ART AND COVER BY IMMONEN AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR. In stores December 9. Geo-Force and Superman repair a leaking nuclear reactor in Markovia - but Superman is still troubled by his increasingly damaged psyche. Meanwhile: DEO agents test some laboratory-synthesized Kryptonite created by Luthor; work is a drag for the gang at Lexcom; and Scorn and Ashbury call it quits! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #86 WRITTEN BY LOUISE SIMONSON; ART AND COVER BY SCOT EATON AND DENNIS JANKE In stores December 16. Superman's dreams of disasters keep coming true! As the Man of Steel stretches his powers to the limit to save lives around the globe, he begins to fear that there's no time for the private life he so deeply treasures. Can he keep up the pace as he fights terrorists, mudslides and more? And what is the source of his prophetic dreams? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN #142 WRITTEN BY DAN JURGENS; ART BY GEORGES JEANTY AND JOE RUBINSTEIN; COVER BY JURGENS AND RUBINSTEIN In stores December 30. Superman abandons his Clark Kent identity! As Superman struggles to keep up with life-threatening events around the globe, he realizes that the only way he can maintain the pace for himself is to abandon his secret identity and become the world's protector... full-time! Plus, the would-be hero known as Outburst decides to model himself on the Last Son of Krypton in this turning-point issue in Superman's life. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERBOY #59 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART BY DUSTY ABELL AND DEXTER VINES; COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND KESEL In stores December 16. Guest-starring Superman! Has Project: Cadmus become a force for good, now that they're out in the open about their existence? A certain Man of Steel doesn't think so, and he's determined to prove it to Superboy, even if it means giving the Kid a look at another environment where science lead to a civilization's destruction - that of the planet once known as Krypton! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERGIRL #29 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY LEONARD KIRK AND ROBIN RIGGS In stores December 30. In an attempt to rescue Twilight from the hands of the Female Furies, Supergirl has used her new powers to transport to Apokolips. Fortunately, she made the trip successfully. Unfortunately, she's become super- small! Being stuck in such a hellhole's bad enough, but now that big problem's just grown (relative to her) ten times worse! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN: A NATION DIVIDED WRITTEN BY ROGER STERN; ART AND COVER BY EDUARDO BARRETO ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 2. The Last Son of Krypton saves the Union in this intriguing one-shot! In 19th-century Kansas, an abolitionist couple rescues an orphaned baby from a gleaming space capsule, and forever alters the future of the United States in the process. Seventeen years later, young Josiah Kent becomes the hero of the Battle of Vicksburg, defeating the Confederate troops almost single-handedly. Intrigued by the miraculous soldier, Grant sends Kent to Gettysburg, where he meets Abraham Lincoln, and embarks on the path to a remarkable destiny. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 SUPERMAN ADVENTURES #28 WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART BY MIKE MANLEY AND TERRY AUSTIN; COVER BY RICK BURCHETT AND AUSTIN In stores December 9. What would you do if you were faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive and able to leap tall buildings in a single bound? Ask Jimmy Olsen, whose mind has been mysteriously transferred into Superman's body! Meanwhile, Superman, trapped in Jimmy's body, is about to take an unscheduled trip... to Apokolips! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN & BATMAN: GENERATIONS - AN IMAGINARY TALE #2 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY JOHN BYRNE; COVER BY BYRNE ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 9. Writer-artist John Byrne gives "World's Finest" a whole new meaning as this compelling Prestige Elseworlds miniseries continues! From the Whirly-Bat(!) to an emphasis on "relevance," this issue evokes the comics of 1959 and 1969 as the world continues to be transformed by the presence of Superman and Batman. The heroes find their lives changing in new and surprising directions as they battle monsters, robots and a cute little fella named... Bat-Mite? FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 4) PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95* SUPERMAN 80-PAGE GIANT #1 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS; COVER BY DAN JURGENS AND BRETT BREEDING In stores December 16. An action-packed issue showcasing the Man of Steel and his friends includes the most unlikely teaming ever imagined: Superman and HITMAN character Six-Pack (written by Garth Ennis, with art by Nelson Dicastro and Jimmy Palmiotti)! More traditional (but no less exciting) stories include: solo adventures of Mr. Mxyzptlk (written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, with art by Graham Higgins); Scorn (written by Dan Jurgens, with art by Ron Wagner and Brett Breeding); and a mysterious figure named Captain Tomorrow - whose exploits seem to mirror those of Superman (written by Danny Fingeroth, with art by Bob McLeod). Also: a new villain is introduced in "Doors of Deception" (written by John Rozum, with art by John McCrea); the Russian Mob strikes (written by Mike W. Barr, with art by Norm Breyfogle and Brett Breeding); and Superman copes with "The Night of the Unstoppable Solvent" (written by Barr, with art by Will Rosado and Brett Breeding). FC, 80 PG. $4.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SUPERMAN FOR ALL SEASONS #1 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY TIM SALE In stores December 9. Rediscover one of the most stylized visions of the Man of Steel in history in the first issue of the acclaimed miniseries by writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale, the team responsible for the Eisner Award-winning BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN. FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 4) PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 O/A SUPERMAN FOR ALL SEASONS #2 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY TIM SALE In stores December 9. Superman's relationships with Lois Lane and Lex Luthor intensify as the stylish miniseries by writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale continues. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 4) PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 O/A SUPERMAN SECRET FILES #1 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS; COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND DENIS RODIER In stores December 16. Re-discover the secrets of the Last Son of Krypton in this affordable, reoffered one-shot, featuring a lead story with a surprise guest-star; "lost pages"; and pinups by a variety of artists. FC, 64 PG. $4.95 ******************** DC UNIVERSE AQUAMAN #52 WRITTEN BY ERIK LARSEN; ART BY ERIC BATTLE, JIM APARO, RAY MCCARTHY AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; COVER BY LARSEN In stores December 16. A split issue tells two parallel stories: A young Aquaman shows the beautiful Mera around his city and she is kidnapped by Fire Trolls, first seen in 1962's AQUAMAN #1 (with art by Jim Aparo and Bill Sienkiewicz). Today, Aquaman's rival, Noble, shows Mera his kingdom beneath the sea floor (art by Eric Battle and Ray McCarthy). Once again the Fire Trolls appear... this time lead by the powerful Lava Lord! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* CHRONOS #11 WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY PAUL GUINAN AND STEVE LEIALOHA; COVER BY TONY HARRIS AND RAY SNYDER In stores December 16. Final issue. Inside the labyrinthine castle of time called Chronopolis, Chronos confronts his biological father and the original (deceased) Chronos about what's made him what he is today - the Man Out of Time - in the series' surprising conclusion. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 DC UNIVERSE HEROES SECRET FILES #1 WRITTEN BY D. CURTIS JOHNSON, MARK MILLAR, AND VARIOUS; ART BY DEREC AUCOIN, MATTHEW CLARK AND VARIOUS; COVER BY BRYAN HITCH AND PAUL NEARY In stores December 30. A thrilling one-shot explores the secrets of some of DC's most unusual heroes! In the lead story (written by D. Curtis Johnson, with art by Derec Aucoin and Claude St. Aubin), the Department of Extranormal Operations sends Chase - along with erstwhile companion Sarge Steel - on a crucial assignment: learning how to stop some of the strangest heroes in the DC Universe. But the cases of Captain Marvel, Hitman Tommy Monahan and Resurrection Man Mitch Shelley don't make this job easy for them, and Chase learns that, in the DCU, heroes aren't always what they appear to be. Plus: a guide to Resurrection Man's powers (written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Gary Erskine); "lost pages" featuring the DEO's secret plans for sanctioning DC's greatest heroes (written by Mark Millar, with art by Matthew Clark); and pin-up pages by Butch Guice, J.H. Williams, III, John McCrea, Greg Luzniak, Dick Giordano and Bob Layton, Paul Guinan, Lee Moder, and more. FC, 64 PG. $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ENEMY ACE: WAR IDYLL SC WRITTEN BY GEORGE PRATT; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY PRATT In stores December 9. A harrowing softcover graphic novel reveals the horrors of war through the eyes of World War I flying ace Hans Von Hammer, written and fully painted by George Pratt. (STAR0103D) SC, 128pg, FC $14.95 ******************** THE FLASH #145 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID AND BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART BY PAUL PELLETIER AND VINCE RUSSELL; COVER BY STEVE LIGHTLE In stores December 30. The 6-part "Chain Lightning" begins with a bang with writers Mark Waid and Brian Augustyn joined by the new art team of Paul Pelletier and Vince Russell! The mysterious villain Cobalt Blue has long plotted his vengeance against all those speedsters who form the legacy of the Flash. Now the source of his hatred - and his shocking connection to the Silver Age Flash - can be revealed, as Cobalt Blue embarks on a time-spanning journey to murder Barry Allen... before his heroic death in CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS. But can reality survive Cobalt Blue's plan? Can Wally West and an array of Speed Force wielders past, present and future defeat him? And if Cobalt Blue succeeds, who will take Barry's place in the Crisis? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPEED FORCE #1 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS; COVER BY CRAIG ROUSSEAU AND JOHN DELL In stores December 30. Timed to coincide with the start of the "Chain Lightning" story in THE FLASH #145, this inexpensive one-shot introduced the mysterious villain known as Cobalt Blue. FC, 64 PG. $3.95 ******************** GREEN LANTERN #109 WRITTEN BY RON MARZ; ART AND COVER BY PAUL PELLETIER AND TERRY AUSTIN In stores December 9. A moving holiday issue finds Jade, the new Green Lantern, facing a horror from her childhood. Growing up in in an orphanage, the young heroine and her fellow orphans were terrorized by a monstrous adult. Now, Jade confronts her tormentor and must make a tough decision on just how to punish him. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* HITMAN #34 WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA In stores December 23. A special issue guest-starring Superman! Superman and Hitman - "Superfriends"?!? Tommy keeps a much loftier class of company when he and the Man of Steel spend an evening trading views on what being a hero is all about. It's not what you expect, as Tommy gets a glimpse into the things that trouble even Superman. Oh, yeah... and things blow up and people die, as usual. But, come on, it's the Big Red S! Tommy must be moving up in the world... (Note: Look for an appearance by Six-Pack in SUPERMAN 80-PAGE GIANT #1, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews.) FC, 32 PG. $2.50 IMPULSE #45 WRITTEN BY WILLIAM MESSNER-LOEBS; ART BY CRAIG ROUSSEAU AND BARBARA KAALBERG; COVER BY ROUSSEAU AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores December 9. Christmas. The season for giving. A time of good fellowship. And of bringing families separated by distance together... even if that distance is measured in centuries! Bart's mom comes back from the future to see her time-lost son, but not everybody is imbued with the spirit of the season and the odds of there being peace in Manchester are slim! (Note: Impulse appears in THE FLASH #145. Look elsewhere in the DC section of Previews for more details.) FC, 32 PG. $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH JACK KIRBY'S NEW GODS TP WRITTEN BY JACK KIRBY; ART BY KIRBY, VINCE COLLETTA AND MIKE ROYER; COVER BY KIRBY In stores December 9. Rediscover the majesty of some of Jack Kirby's most wildly imaginative creations in this handsome black-and-white collection, winner of an Eisner Award for Best Archival Collection/Project. (STAR7234D) SC, 7x10, 304pg, b&w $11.95 ******************** JLA #26 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY STEPHEN SCOTT AND JOHN DELL; AND COVER BY HOWARD PORTER AND JOHN DELL In stores December 16. Concluding the 3-part "Ultra-Marines Saga"! The JLA, already thrashed by the Ultra-Marines, must now face their commander, General Eiling, who inhabits the indestructible body of their old nemesis, the Shaggy Man! If they couldn't stop the military's newest super team, what hope do our heroes have against this new world-class threat? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* JLA/TITANS #3 WRITTEN BY DEVIN K. GRAYSON AND PHIL JIMENEZ; ART BY JIMENEZ AND ANDY LANNING; COVER BY JIMENEZ In stores December 30. The 3-issue miniseries bringing together two of DC's most legendary teams concludes, giving rise to a new team of Titans! Original Titans Nightwing, Donna Troy, Flash, Tempest and Arsenal risk all for the life of a friend as the rest of the Titans team up with the JLA to keep the stellar juggernaut that is endangering the earth at bay. The stunning conclusion establishes a new direction for the Titans that will lead to their new series, debuting next month. This issue features a 5-page epilogue that previews the new ongoing THE TITANS series, written by JLA/TITANS' Devin K. Grayson with art by Mark Buckingham (BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT) and Wade Von Grawbadger (STARMAN). (Retailers, please note: This month, DC early-solicits the JLA/TITANS OVERSIZED POSTER, reproducing the Phil Jimenez covers to the miniseries in full color. Look elsewhere in the DC section of Previews for more details.) FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 3) $2.95* JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: THE NAIL TP WRITTEN BY ALAN DAVIS; ART AND WRAPAROUND COVER BY DAVIS AND MARK FARMER ELSEWORLDS. In stores December 9. The popular miniseries revealing the destiny of the World's Mightiest Super-Heroes in a world without a Superman is collected in an affordable trade paperback! Featuring a new wraparound cover by writer/penciller Alan Davis and inker Mark Farmer, as well as an afterword by Davis, this volume collects one of the most popular Elseworlds miniseries since KINGDOM COME. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $12.95 LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #13 WRITTEN BY CHRISTOPHER J. PRIEST; ART BY KEN LASHLEY AND RON BOYD; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores December 9. The conclusion of "Critical Mass," a 2-part story featuring the Silver Age JLA! Green Lantern Hal Jordan, Flash Barry Allen, Hawkman, Aquaman, and Zatanna are growing exponentially, destroying anything - and everything - in reach! The whole planet is in serious trouble, and it's up to Green Arrow and Batman to save the day. But what can ordinary humans do to hold back five rampaging metahuman giants? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE: CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS WRITTEN BY MARV WOLFMAN; ART BY PAUL RYAN AND BOB MCLEOD; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK In stores December 30. A "missing chapter" to the classic CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS reveals the final adventure of two of DC's most beloved characters: Silver Age Flash Barry Allen and the original Supergirl, Kara Zor-El. Written by CRISIS author Marv Wolfman, this extra-sized special takes place between CRISIS #4 and #5, introducing the heroes of the never-before-glipsed Earth-D! Flash, Supergirl, and a host of characters from the late, great Earth-1 team with Earth-D's counterparts to the Justice League in a desperate attempt to save as many lives... from as many Earths... as they can. (Note: This story is not included in the CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS hardcover.) For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 64 PG. $4.95 LEGIONNAIRES #68 WRITTEN BY TOM MCCRAW AND ROGER STERN; ART BY JEFF MOY AND W.C. CARANI; COVER BY CHRIS SPROUSE AND AL GORDON In stores December 9. While assisting the Space and Time Museum with documenting his recent experiences in the 20th Century, Cosmic Boy is attacked by Xotar the Conqueror (most recently seen in the pages of JLA: YEAR ONE)! Entering the frenzied, frenetic fray against Xotar and slews of robots are the Legionnaires, including Monstress, who's going through... well, let's just say a few changes and leave it at that, shall we? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #112 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER AND TOM MCCRAW; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND RON BOYD; COVER BY ALAN DAVIS AND MARK FARMER In stores December 30. A thrilling issue - featuring the usual beautiful cover art by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: THE NAIL) - finds Ferro and Triad in grave danger in space! In space, no one can hear you scream - even when the ship you're in is peeled open by metal-eating creatures! Triad and Ferro are about to learn this the hard way, and if Ferro thinks "ironing up" is the answer, he might wanna do some heavy rethinking - fast! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LOBO #59 WRITTEN BY ALAN GRANT; ART AND COVER BY GREG LUZNIAK AND MARK PROPST In stores December 16. Lobo takes on the dirty job of wiping out the microscopic "Bad Wee Bastards," but It's more than the bounty-hunting 'Bo bargained for when these mean little cusses fight back! Leave it to Lobo to turn pest control into a literally universe-destroying event! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 MARTIAN MANHUNTER #3 WRITTEN BY JOHN OSTRANDER; ART AND COVER BY TOM MANDRAKE In stores December 2. The Martian Manhunter takes on Bette Noir, a telepathic villain who can alter all of the Manhunter's perceptions of reality. But as she rifles through J'onn's mind, using all his most cherished memories against him, Bette makes a terrible mistake - and makes the most powerful telepath on the planet seriously angry. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* PLASTIC MAN ARCHIVES VOLUME 1 HC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JACK COLE; COVER BY ALEX TOTH In stores December 16. A stunning hardcover collects the earliest adventures of the JLA's wackiest member! This decidedly goofy collection reprints writer/artist Jack Cole's Plastic Man stories from POLICE COMICS #1-20, including Plas' origin! New to the volume are a cover by Alex Toth, a foreword by legendary writer/artist Will Eisner (The Spirit, Comics and Sequential Art) and an introduction by comics historian Peter L. Myer. For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7x10, 224pg, FC $49.95 THE POWER OF SHAZAM! #46 WRITTEN BY JERRY ORDWAY; ART BY ORDWAY AND DICK GIORDANO; PAINTED COVER BY ORDWAY In stores December 2. A thrilling issue guest-starring Superman! Billy Batson has recovered from his near-fatal accident. Now, having become Captain Marvel once more, his next task is to put an end to Black Adam's reign over Fawcett City. But he'll have to get past Superman to do it! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 RESURRECTION MAN #21 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY BUTCH GUICE AND MARLO ALQUIZA; COVER BY GUICE In stores December 9. The JLA guest-stars in the conclusion of the 3-part "Cape Fear!" In an odd role-reversal of RESURRECTION MAN #2, the JLA struggles to contain the destruction that Mitch is causing with his new power as he goes toe- to-toe with the lethal fury of the psychotic, more powerful-than-ever Major Force. Will Mitch wind up folded up in a refrigerator after this one? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STARMAN #50 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON AND DAVID S. GOYER; ART BY PETER SNEJBJERG, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; PAINTED COVER BY TONY HARRIS In stores December 2. Jack Knight's journey through space - and now time, as well - takes a shocking turn in this extra-sized anniversary issue, featuring a foil-enhanced painted cover by Tony Harris! The two Starmen - Jack and Mikaal - encounter the 30th Century's Legion of Super-Heroes. Teaming up with Legionnaire Star Boy, our heroes finally learn the secrets of Mikaal's cosmic origin... and the fate of Jack's immortal friend, the Shade! Plus: the surprise ending at a shocking time and place that no one expects! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. $3.95 STARS OF THE MONTH STARMAN: SINS OF THE FATHER TP WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY TONY HARRIS AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; PAINTED COVER BY HARRIS In stores December 2. Offered again to coincide with the release of STARMAN #50, this trade paperback collects STARMAN #0-5 of the critically acclaimed series and tells the story of the Starman's origin. (STAR1453D) SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $12.95 STARMAN: NIGHT AND DAY TP WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY TONY HARRIS, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY HARRIS AND BRIAN FREY In stores December 2. Timed to coincide with the release of STARMAN #50, this reoffered trade paperback collects STARMAN #7-10, and the "Sins of the Child" storyline from issues #12-16. (STAR6042D) SC, 7x10, 240pg, FC $14.95 ****************** WONDER WOMAN #141 WRITTEN BY ERIC LUKE; ART BY YANICK PAQUETTE AND BOB MCLEOD; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores December 30. Superman and Batman guest-star as the new WONDER WOMAN creative team of writer Eric Luke and artists Yanick Paquette and Bob McLeod hits its stride! In the conclusion of the 2-part "Trinity," Wonder Woman is forced to confront some of her deepest fears and darkest desires while trapped in a warped version of reality created by Oblivion. (Note: This month, DC advance-solicits the WONDER WOMAN ACTION FIGURE. Look elsewhere in the DC section of Previews for more details.) FC, 32 PG. $1.99* YOUNG JUSTICE #5 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY TODD NAUCK AND LARY STUCKER In stores December 2. Things take a serious turn as the fully formed team of Robin, Superboy, Impulse, Wonder Girl, Arrowette and the Secret go against a deadly new villain. Known only as the Harm, this dread foe easily defeats Superboy, Arrowette, Impulse and the others, leaving Robin to face him - alone - with little hope of survival. And what about the Pope?! FC, 32 PG. $2.50* DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE ANIMANIACS FEATURING PINKY AND THE BRAIN #45 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS In stores December 9. Run for your lives - it's the giant monster issue! Brain's brain rips loose and rampages across New York when "Brain Loses his Mind!" Only "The Warner Twins" can save humanity when a giant lizard (one surprisingly unlike any other giant lizards you may have recently avoided at the multiplex) ravages their small town! And Minerva Mink is a threat to all mankind when she can't get a date for Valentine's Day! It's monstrous mutant mayhem! Aaaaaaaa! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS #18 - CARTOON ALL-STARS WRITTEN BY TERRY COLLINS; ART BY BILL ALGER AND VARIOUS In stores December 23. Join Yogi, Boo-Boo, Huckleberry Hound, Snagglepuss, Augie Doggie and Doggie Daddy, Quick Draw McGraw, Snooper and Blabber, Ranger Smith and nemeses Dick Dastardley and Muttley as they race across the globe and into space and beyond in "Yogi's Treasure Hunt"! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* THE FLINTSTONES AND THE JETSONS #18 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS; COVER BY GLEN HANSON AND MIKE DECARLO In stores December 2. Special holiday issue! Fred wonders what would have happened if he had never been born and The Great Gazoo shows him in "It's a Wonderful Prehistoric Life!" Plus, Elroy Jetson doesn't believe in Santa, so George tries to prove that the Jolly Old Elf really does exist. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* LOONEY TUNES #49 WRITTEN BY VARIOUS; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ AND NEAL STERNECKY In stores December 30. "'Allo! Eet ees I, Pepe Le Pew - your lover! Ze tables zey, how you say, are turned when I am stalked by ze love-crazed chihuahua in "Swoon"! Zere ees also ze Wile E. receiving ze embrace of ze pavement in "Cityscrape", and ze trop gross poulard Foghorn Leghorn een ze bosom of Mother Nature as he builds ze treehouse wiz Eggbert. You cannot resist, mon ami! Be mine!" FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SCOOBY-DOO #19 WRITTEN BY PAUL S. NEWMAN AND JOHN ROZUM; ART BY JOE STATON, ANDREW PEPOY AND TIM HARKINS In stores December 16. When holiday time rolls around, the gang has to grapple with "The Ghost of Holiday Presents"! Will Shaggy get the gift he's been craving - and will he survive to play it?? Plus, it's disappearing dinosaurs, vengeful vampires, and menacing mummies in "Monster Museum"! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* STAR OF THE MONTH CAMELOT 3000 TP WRITTEN BY MIKE W. BARR; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores December 2. Timed to coincide with the release of BATMAN: REIGN OF TERROR, this beautiful trade paperback collects the groundbreaking maxiseries written by TERROR author Mike W. Barr, with stunning art by Brian Bolland. When the world of tomorrow is threatened by overpopulation, alien invaders and a mystical menace, the only hope is the return of King Arthur and his reincarnated Knights of the Round Table. (STAR0066D) SC, 7x10, 312pg, FC $14.95 ******************** VERTIGO THE BOOKS OF MAGIC #57 WRITTEN BY PETER GROSS AND BRONWYN CARLTON; ART BY GROSS, TEMUJIN AND RYAN KELLY; PAINTED COVER BY MICHAEL WM. KALUTA In stores December 9. In the aftermath of last issues' car crash, a member of Tim Hunter's family dies, and the Other - Tim's twister alternate self - comes one step closer to finding the real Tim. Also this issue: the first of four "Books of Faerie" stories written by THE BOOKS OF FAERIE writer Bronwyn Carlton, with art by newcomer Ryan Kelly. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE DREAMING #33 WRITTEN BY CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN; ART BY JOHN TOTLEBEN; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores December 16. A haunting, self-contained story featuring art by John Totleben (THE SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING). The "Many Mansions" storyline creates a backdrop for this retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid." In the deep and always-black depths at the bottom of the sea, a colony of merfolk lives in a ruined city. Among them, a young merwoman stands trial for speaking forbidden truths culled from her dreams - dreams of a world where land and sun and sky exist above watery darkness. Branded a heretic, she has no idea the key to her salvation lies nearby on the ocean floor - in a chest of books lost when fire razed the House of Mystery. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ESSENTIAL VERTIGO: THE SANDMAN #31 WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; ART BY SHAWN MCMANUS; COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores December 2. Re-presenting "Three Septembers and a January" - the last of the self-contained "Distant Mirrors" stories - from THE SANDMAN #31. Despair, Desire and Delirium make a nineteenth-century mortal man their pawn in a game of family intrigue against Dream. Challenged to keep the man out of the three sisters' realms until his death, Morpheus grants one Joshua Abraham Norton the dream of a lifetime: to crown himself Norton I, Emperor of the United States of America. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GIFTS OF THE NIGHT #1 WRITTEN BY PAUL CHADWICK; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY JOHN BOLTON In stores December 2. Paul Chadwick, the creator of Concrete, teams with visionary painter John Bolton (BATMAN: MAN-BAT) for a remarkable 4-issue miniseries. Magdin, prince of a mythical European realm, has a vision - a vision his father, the King, turns into military strategy. Once thought a simpleton, Magdin is hailed as a seer, but no one realizes that his visions are merely poetic retellings of history lessons learned from his tutor. But in a land torn by war and religious bigotry, a secret such as this cannot be kept for long... and soon Magdin is a critical pawn in a game of savage political intrigue. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 4) $2.95 THE GIRL WHO WOULD BE DEATH #3 WRITTEN BY CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN; ART BY SEAN PHILLIPS AND DEAN ORMSTON; PAINTED COVER BY ORMSTON In stores December 30. The haunting 4-issue miniseries following a woman seeking power over death itself continues. When THE SANDMAN's Eblis O'Shaughnessy, envoy of The Endless, finally confronts Plath, he must also confront his own limitations. But the opposition to Plath's plan to capture Death comes also comes from within as Plath struggles with supernatural forces, as well as for the loyalty of her lover Evangeline. Note: Death does not appear in this miniseries. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 4) $2.50 HEART©THROBS #2 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO, DOSELLE YOUNG AND ILYA; ART BY TIM BRADSTREET, FRANK QUITELY, TONY SALMONS; PAINTED COVER BY GLENN FABRY In stores December 16. A 4-issue VERTIGO miniseries explores modern romance, written and drawn by some of the finest talent in comics. Love's a 4-letter word in this offbeat miniseries of truly weird romance stories. In "The Other Side of Town" (written by Brian Azzarello, with art by Tim Bradstreet), a small- town sheriff investigating a murder discovers that the prime suspect just might be his high school sweetheart; in "Romancing the Stone," (written by Ilya, with art by Frank Quitely), a man undergoing radical therapy for his peculiar obsession finds that the road to recovery may be the object of his desire; and, in "Jericho" (written by Doselle Young, with art by Tony Salmons), an exotic dancer learns that the walls dividing titillation and true romance are higher than they seem. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 4) $2.95 HELLBLAZER #134 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY JOHN HIGGINS; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores December 23. Warren Ellis (TRANSMETROPOLITAN) begins his run on the title with the 6-part "Haunted," featuring art by John Higgins and covers by Tim Bradstreet. When Constantine learns that a love from his past has been brutally murdered, he sets out to uncover the circumstances of her death and catch her mysterious killer. Enlisting the aid of some of London's most unsavory underworld characters, John embarks on a harrowing journey along the city's dark underbelly - a mission that will ultimately require him to relive his former girlfriend's tragic fall from grace, as well as her horrific death. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 HOUSE OF SECRETS #25 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY TEDDY KRISTIANSEN In stores December 23. Final issue. The first chapter in Seattle's Reichuss Mansion draws to a close in "Blueprint: Elevation B." After the catastrophic physical and personal events accrued in the basement and attic of the House of Secrets, will Rain, Ben and Traci be able to rebuild their respective lives? Plans are laid in place, but every architectural map of life is subject to revisions. This is a resolicitation. All previous orders have been cancelled. (Note: HOUSE OF SECRETS ends its monthly run with this issue, but will return with an all-new miniseries in the future.) MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. REBAX FORMAT $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH HOUSE OF SECRETS: FOUNDATION TP WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY TEDDY KRISTIANSEN In stores December 23. Rediscover the stories that introduced Rain Harper in this trade paperback collection reprinting HOUSE OF SECRETS (2nd series) #1-5. Note: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders timed to coincide with the release of HOUSE OF SECRETS #25 have been cancelled. (STAR6173D) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $14.95 ***************** THE INVISIBLES VOLUME 2 #22 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHRIS WESTON; PAINTED COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores December 23. "The Tower" provides a shocking conclusion to Volume 2 of THE INVISIBLES, setting the stage for Volume 3 in 1999. As the Invisibles crawl through the wreckage caused by Ragged Robin's time-machine voyage, one team member disappears and one decides to quit while the rest of the gang toasts to more fabulous and fashionable adventures ahead. (Please note: 1999 will see the release of a third INVISIBLES trade paperback, timed to coincide with the debut of THE INVISIBLES VOLUME 3. Consult future issues of Previews for further details.) MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JONAH HEX: SHADOWS WEST #1 WRITTEN BY JOE R. LANSDALE; ART BY TIMOTHY TRUMAN AND SAM GLANZMAN; PAINTED COVER BY TRUMAN In stores December 30. The greatest gunslinger of all returns for another ride through the wild, weird west in a 3-issue miniseries. When Jonah Hex joins up with Buffalo Will's Wild West Show, he quickly becomes friends with a dwarf gunslinger called Long Tom. But the show's main attraction is a bizarre baby who belongs to a Native American woman... and when Hex decides to help them out, things get ugly. But Hex is used to ugly. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 3) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MENZ INSANA WRITTEN BY CHRISTOPHER FOWLER; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY JOHN BOLTON In stores December 2. Explore the Mental Plane in one of the oddest VERTIGO one-shots ever published, timed to coincide with the debut of GIFTS OF THE NIGHT, the miniseries featuring artwork by MENZ's John Bolton. (STAR6752D) MATURE READERS FC, 64 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $7.95 ********************** THE MINX #5 WRITTEN BY PETER MILLIGAN; ART AND COVER BY SEAN PHILLIPS In stores December 9. VERTIGO's newest ongoing title continues its second storyline with "The World Service," Part 2 of the 4-part "The Monkey Quartet." The MonkeyGod shows his face and reveals the ultimate message - but can the world cope with the hideous truth of what he has become? And while Anna agrees to jet to the UK with Angus McAnguish to meet the MonkeyGod, the Minx has other plans - namely to revisit her birthing ground. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 PREACHER #46 WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY STEVE DILLON; PAINTED COVER BY GLENN FABRY In stores December 2. Miss Oatlash makes a grisly discovery at the local slaughterhouse, and the Meatman's troops get a firsthand look at Sheriff Custer's unique brand of frontier justice. (Note: Look for the PREACHER POSTER - featuring art by Steve Dillon - elsewhere in the DC section of Previews.) MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE #70 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART BY GUY DAVIS; COVER BY GAVIN WILSON AND RICHARD BRUNING In stores December 30. Final issue. One of VERTIGO's longest-running series concludes with Part 2 of "The Hero." The world stands on the brink of a new decade and a new World War - and Wesley Dodds, the Golden Age Sandman, stands at a personal crossroads of his own. Drawn to the need of a family member trapped in Europe, he makes a risky request of Dian Belmont and chooses a shocking way to solve the mystery of a military madman. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE: THE TARANTULA TP WRITTEN BY MATT WAGNER; ART BY GUY DAVIS; COVER BY WAGNER In stores December 9. Timed to coincide with the conclusion of the acclaimed SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE, DC reoffers this handsome VERTIGO trade paperback reprinting SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE #1-4. (STAR1004D) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 112PG, FC $14.95 ******************** TATTERED BANNERS #4 WRITTEN BY ALAN GRANT; ART AND COVER BY MICK MCMAHON In stores December 23. The mind-bending miniseries concludes as, trapped in a man-size soap bubble, Curtis Banner soars above an almost unrecognizable New York City. When he lands, he's decided that he's willing to fight to the death to regain his world. But since Curtis has got a price on his head, will he even survive long enough to fight that fateful fight? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4) $2.95 TRANSMETROPOLITAN #18 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY DARICK ROBERTSON AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY DAVE GIBBONS In stores December 9. In the shocking conclusion to "Year of the Bastard," outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem cracks the secret of the mysterious Vice- Presidential candidate. It may well be his finest moment as a reporter, but Spider's exposé will lead to a horrific - and very personal - climax. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH UNKNOWN SOLDIER TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY KILIAN PLUNKETT; COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores December 16. One of DC's classic characters is re-imagined for the '90s in this striking trade paperback collecting the acclaimed miniseries written by Eisner Award-winning writer Garth Ennis (Best Writer), with art by Kilian Plunkett. (STAR7895D) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $12.95 ********************* VAMPS: PUMPKIN TIME #3 WRITTEN BY ELAINE LEE; ART BY WILL SIMPSON; COVER BY FRANK QUITELY In stores December 2. The latest adventure of your favorite gang of vampire biker-babes is back in the climactic finale of this 3-issue miniseries! The Vamps find help in the most peculiar of places when they finally square off against the team of vampire assassins dispatched to take out Skeeter. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 3) $2.50 HELIX SHEVA'S WAR #5 WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER; PAINTED COVER BY MOELLER In stores December 23. Christopher Moeller's fully-painted epic of the far future concludes! Without Sheva to lead the army, the planet Taramai seems sure to fall under the Vaylen attack. But just as the human traitor and his Vaylen mistress are about to celebrate their ultimate victory, they encounter resistance from an unexpected source. FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) NO INTERIOR ADS. $2.95 MAD MAD MAGAZINE #377 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores December 2. This latest issue features a 16-page color section announcing MAD's "20 Dumbest People, Events and Things" for 1998. Miss it at your own peril. FC, 48 PG. MAGAZINE FORMAT $2.95* MAD SUPER SPECIAL #134 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores December 9. Herein lies the latest collection of some of the greatest hits and near-misses that could be found with minimum effort in the MAD archives. FC, 80 PG. MAGAZINE FORMAT $3.99* PARADOX PRESS THE BIG BOOK OF VICE WRITTEN BY STEVE VANCE; ART BY JAMES ROMBERGER, TAYYAR OZKAN, ARMANDO GIL, ALEC STEVENS, BOB FINGERMAN, LENNY MACE, SERGIO ARAGONÉS, AND VARIOUS Early-solicited; in stores January 20. Learn the things you really shouldn't know! Definitely not for the kiddies, some of the biggest talents in comics devote themselves to stories of the "classic" vices - alcohol, tobacco, gambling, drugs, prostitution, and pornography - with special features on Sin Cities (Las Vegas, Sodom and Phenix City, Alabama), and "benign" vices (candy, pinball machines, video games and - gasp! - comic books) thrown in for good measure. In addition, VICE profiles some of the major characters in the history of vice, such as drug guru Timothy Leary, militant prohibitionist Carrie Nation, adult-publishing magnate Larry Flynt, and more. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS B&W, 192 PG. BIG BOOK FORMAT $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GON SWIMMIN' WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY MASASHI TANAKA; PAINTED COVER BY TANAKA In stores December 2. The world's last remaining dinosaur gets into all sorts of hilarious trouble in this beautifully illustrated collection, winner of Eisner Awards for Best Humor Publication and Best U.S. Edition of Foreign Material. Please note: This edition is available for sale in the U.S. and Canada only. (STAR6815D) B&W, 160 PG. PARADOX COMPACT FORMAT $6.95 RETAIL PRODUCTS BATGIRL: LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #10 MAGNET PAINTED ART BY KEVIN NOWLAN DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 6. A beautiful 2" x 3" hard-coated magnet reproduces Kevin Nowlan's image of Batgirl from the cover of LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #10. Note: This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, MAGNET $4.95 BATMAN EPOXY PIN ART BY ALEX MALEEV DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 13. The Dark Knight stares into the face of evil on this handsome 1 1/8" x 1 1/2" 4-color epoxy pin, featuring previously unpublished art by Alex Maleev (DETECTIVE COMICS). Retailers, please note: the BATMAN EPOXY PIN is limited to 1,500 units. Orders may be allocated. This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, PIN $8.95 BATMAN VILLAINS POSTER PAINTED BY GLEN ORBIK DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 13. Batman's greatest foes - among them the Joker, Riddler, Poison Ivy, and the Penguin - are captured on this menacing 22" x 34" poster, reproducing Glen Orbik's painted cover to BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT #81. Note: This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, POSTER $6.95 GOLDEN AGE SANDMAN ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores April 21, 1999. Golden Age Sandman Wesley Dodds is beautifully represented in this intricately detailed, fully painted action figure. Measuring 6" tall, the trenchcoat-clad figure features twelve points of articulation (including neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, and waist), and comes with removable fedora, gas mask and pistol with attached cord. Packaged in a 4- color blister pack. For more information, see the feature article. Retailers, please note: This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with items released in December, solicited this month in Previews. Initial quantities of the GOLDEN AGE SANDMAN ACTION FIGURE may be limited. Order increases and advance reorders cannot be guaranteed to arrive in stores with initial order quantities. FC, ACTION FIGURE PI SWAMP THING ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores April 21, 1999. The Plant Elemental is beautifully re-created in a 6 1/2" tall, fully painted action figure that features ten points of articulation (including shoulders, elbows and wrists), and comes with detachable hands that can be replaced with two enclosed rose bouquets. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. For more information, see the feature article. Retailers, please note: This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with items released in December, solicited this month in Previews. Initial quantities of the SWAMP THING ACTION FIGURE may be limited. Order increases and advance reorders cannot be guaranteed to arrive in stores with initial order quantities. FC, ACTION FIGURE PI WONDER WOMAN ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores April 21, 1999. A 6 1/4" tall, fully-painted action figure brings the Amazon Princess to vivid life, featuring nine points of articulation (including shoulders, elbows and knees) and packaged with a removable battleaxe and shield. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. For more information, see the feature article. Retailers, please note: This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with items released in December, solicited this month in Previews. Initial quantities of the WONDER WOMAN ACTION FIGURE may be limited. Order increases and advance reorders cannot be guaranteed to arrive in stores with initial order quantities. FC, ACTION FIGURE PI JLA/TITANS OVERSIZED POSTER ART BY PHIL JIMENEZ DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 20. A staggeringly detailed, oversized poster featuring two of DC's greatest super-teams! Artist Phil Jimenez's interlocking covers from JLA/TITANS #1-3 are enlarged and expanded upon in this mammoth 65" x 28" poster featuring the full rosters of both the JLA and the Teen Titans, timed to coincide with the release of the new TITANS ongoing series. Note: This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, POSTER $19.95 THE KINGDOM: GOG MEDIUM STATUE BASED UPON DESIGNS BY JERRY ORDWAY In stores December 16. DC launches a new line of mid-sized statues with Gog, the deadly villain from the pages of THE KINGDOM! This 7 1/2 " cold-cast porcelain statue captures Gog - ready to slay another hero - based on designs by NEW YEAR'S EVIL: GOG artist Jerry Ordway. Note: The GOG MEDIUM STATUE is limited to 3,000 pieces. Orders may be allocated. FC, MEDIUM STATUE $79.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A KINGDOM COME SUPERMAN STATUE SCULPTED AND DESIGNED BY ALEX ROSS In stores December 2. Reoffered to coincide with THE KINGDOM, this striking cold-cast porcelain statue is the first to be sculpted by KINGDOM COME painter Alex Ross (UNCLE SAM), capturing the KINGDOM COME Superman in a 14 1/2" tall (including base) monochromatic metallic figure. Note: Available quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. STATUE $250.00 ******************** PREACHER POSTER ART BY STEVE DILLON VERTIGO. Early-solicited; in stores January 13. The cast of PREACHER - Jesse, Tulip and Cassidy - are brought to hard-drinking life in a 22" x 34" poster colored by SUPERMAN FOR ALL SEASONS' Bjarne Hansen. Note: This item is early- solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, POSTER $6.95 ROBIN: YOUNG JUSTICE #1 MAGNET ART BY TODD NAUCK DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 6. A 2" x 3" hard-coated magnet reproduces a striking image of Robin Tim Drake from the pages of YOUNG JUSTICE #1. Note: This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, MAGNET $4.95 SUPERMAN (ACTION COMICS #1) POSTER ART BY JOE SHUSTER DCU. Early-solicited; in stores January 13. A 22" x 34" full-color poster reproduces the legendary cover of 1938's ACTION COMICS #1, the issue that introduced the original super-hero, Superman. This poster is the first in an ongoing series reprinting memorable images from DC's rich past. Note: This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, POSTER $6.95 SWAMP THING MINI-STATUE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET; BASED ON DESIGNS BY MICHAEL ZULLI VERTIGO. Early-solicited; in stores January 20. The classic SWAMP THING statue is reproduced in painstaking detail in this beautiful mini-statue, measuring 5 3/4" h x 4" w x 2 1/4" d. Note: The SWAMP THING MINI-STATUE is limited to 2,500 pieces. Orders may be allocated. This item is early-solicited. Orders for this item must be placed with orders for products released in December, solicited this month in Previews. FC, MINI-STATUE $39.95 IMAGE COMICS A DISTANT SOIL #28 An Image Comic (A) Colleen Doran (S) Colleen Doran w/Sharon Lee & Steve Miller Bast, the beautiful, deadly shapechanger must impersonate the Hierarchy psi-link Omadin to take over the Siovansin's communications nexus while Major Kovar, Minetti and Rieken's champions journey below where they encounter the mysterious Irishai. The race is out to destroy the Hierarchy and replace Rieken/Seren as the rightful ruler of Ovanan. But will Jason now aid the man he was programmed to destroy? Also, the final installment of Sharon Lee and Steve Miller's SF/Fantasy tale from the Liaden Universe! B&W w/Painted Cover 32pp $2.95 ALTERED IMAGE TRADE PAPERBACK An Image Comic (W/P) Jim Valentino (I) Alp Altiner, Andrew Pepoy (C/I) Erik Larsen, Pepoy, Altiner, Chance Wolf The wildest, wackiest, most off-beat story of the year now in a handsome trade paper back edition! At long last THE most popular characters in Image history join forces to save reality as we know it! By popular demand! SPAWN! WITCHBLADE! SAVAGE DRAGON! MAJESTIC! SHADOWHAWK! and THE MAXX! in ONE ADVENTURE TOGETHER for the first time ever! It's an altered look at Image's first truly amalgamated super-team! In full color! Looks great on bookshelves! train your dog with it! impress your friends, family and neighbors! SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $9.95 ARIA #1 Avalon Studios (W) Brian Holguin (A) Jay Anacleto Somewhere around the corner, just beyond the edge of perception, lies a world you've never dreamed existed... The world of "ARIA". In December, Avalon Studios will launch its third ongoing monthly title, ARIA. As the name implies, ARIA is a sweeping tale of wonder and adventure, operatic in scope, yet with a keen eye to the minute details one expects of stories with breathtaking art and wonderfully complex, compelling characters. ARIA centers around a group of extraordinary beings who choose to make their lives among the noise and hubbub of the modern world. At the center of this strange world is Kildare, a 900-year-old, expatriate Faerie princess who runs a bookstore in Greenwich Village, and who counts any number of displaced Demigods, sylphs and sorcerers among her circle of friends. Aria is at once drama, comedy, fantasy and romance, encompassing the entire range of human (and inhuman) emotion. Written by Brian Holguin ("Spawn," "KISS: Psycho Circus"), it is a finely crafted tale draped in magic-realism sensibilities reminiscent of Angela Carter, Gabriel Garcia Marquez and Neil Gaimen. ARIA features stunning, photo-realistic art by newcomer Jay Anacleto, who is already being hailed by Wizard Magazine as "the next Alex Ross." Don't miss the debut issue of this extraordinary new title. 1 in four Alternate cover by Michael Turner. FC, 32pg $2.50 In stores the week of December 9th ASCENSION #12 Top Cow Comics (W) David Finch / David Wohl (P) Brian Ching It's a turning point for Lucien and Andromeda as they struggle to put the pieces of their life back together. Can Andromeda come to terms with the terrible crime she committed in the past? Can Lucien keep control of his savage soul? They'd better hope so, because there's a new foe on the scene--and our heroes are gonna need all the help they can get if they have any chance of defeating her... FC, 32pg $2.50 ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY TRADE PAPERBACK - (2nd Image Printing) ASTRO CITY: CONFESSION TRADE PAPERBACK Homage Comics (W) Kurt Busiek, (P) Brent Anderson, (I) Brent Anderson, Will Blyberg, (Covers) Alex Ross Available again are the first two best-selling and highly acclaimed Astro City trade paperbacks -- Astro City: Life in the Big City and Astro City: Confession. Both of these books have been perennial sellers, and both feature the award winning creative team that continue to make Kurt Busiek's Astro City a must-read for fans and comics pros alike. Astro City: Life in the Big City collects the original 6 issue Astro City miniseries, while Astro City: Confession collects Astro City's first extended (and Eisner Award-winning!) storyline. These two crucial volumes are available now. ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY (2ND IMAGE PRINTING) SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95 ASTRO CITY: CONFESSION SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95 BATTLE CHASERS #7 Cliffhanger Productions (W) Joe Madureira & Munier Sharrieff, (P) Joe Madureira, (I) Tom McWeeney Garrison, Calibretto, Knolan and Gully face off against a fearsome new opponent, spawned from one of the most horrific places on Earth -- a warped fan's mind! Yes, that's right, the monster in this issue was designed by one of our very own readers, the winner of the Battle Chasers "Create a Monster" contest from a recent issue of Wizard! NOTE: Cliffhanger triple play! 3 books, 3 creators, 3 covers on each book! This month Cliffhanger gives its readers a very special Christmas present--each Cliffhanger title in December will feature 3 covers, one by each Cliffhanger creator! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to see each artist's rendition of the other Cliffhanger characters, so don't be caught short!! Covers will ship in a 50/25/25 ratio (example: the Joe Madureira Battle Chasers cover will be 50% of the print run, the two additional covers, by J. Scott Campbell & Humberto Ramos, will each account for 25% of the print run). FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 9th BIG BANG COMICS #24 An Image Comic (S&A) Jeff Weigel At last: the stunning sequel to "Riddle of the Sphinx" from Big Bang Comics #13! Peter Chefren's legacy of heroism lives on as Allison Kane takes up the mantle of the Sphinx in the aftermath of his tragic sacrifice to save the Earth. But is Allison capable of filling the shoes of one of Earth's greatest heroes? Even she's not sure! Be here for a new milestone in the legend of the Sphinx. "Masterful! Stunning! Brilliant!" The accolades continue to roll in about Jeff Weigel's previous Sphinx stories in Big Bang Comics. Knight Watchman artist Chris (Tom King) Ecker says "When I see Jeff Weigel's gorgeous artwork, it makes me want to break my pencil and never draw again." b&w, 24pg $2.95 BOHOS TRADE PAPERBACK Flypaper Press (W) Maggie Whorf, (P) Byron Penandra, John and Jason Waltrip This special edition trade paperback collects the stories and tales of the Bohos -- four teenage bohemians looking for action, parties, and meaning in the hyper- advertised, neon-lit landscape of MTV America. Where do fun-seeking teenagers go in a world where it's cool to be uncool, but uncool to be cool? Let this foursome be your tour guides and follow them through the sloganeered forest of commercials and sound bytes of American pop culture. SC, 7x10, 88pg $12.95 BULLETPROOF MONK #2 Flypaper Press (W) Brett Lewis, (P) Michael Avon Oeming A young martial artist travels the globe in search of the only man who can save his family, the mythical BULLETPROOF MONK. This issue leads him to New York's Chinatown, where the MONK's perilous trail introduces him to Nazis, Communists, Triads, and a host of other villains intent on stopping him from finding the MONK... and himself. FC, 32pg $2.95 CARVERS #3 (of 3) Flypaper Press (W) Robert Fleming, (P) Pander Bros. This is it! Air Dog, The Skinny, A-Hole, Grommet, and the rest of the gang have one last chance to escape their winter wonderland and stop the evil Yeti from invading Earth. The Pander Bros. provide non-stop snowboarding action as the punk heroes carve their way through an army of Sasquatch, proving that saving the world can be a blast -- literally! FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 CHANNEL ZERO #6 An Image Comic (W) Brian Wood It's dark, just a few shades above pitch black. You are caught in the crush of the crowd, pushed off of balance, the music is pounding into your brain, and it feels like your ears are bleeding. Just then the drugs kick in, you relax, and focus on the message. This is the voice of the underground, the sound of freedom, and you aren't allowed to be here. But music is a big money industry, and the people want their MTV. Channel Zero: Sound System is the third in a series of self-contained one-shots dealing with freedom of speech is an America that has been silenced. b&w, 32pg $2.95 CHILLER TRADE PAPERBACK An Image Comic (W) James D. Hudnall (A) John Ridgway Brian Marx is a Random Mage, a practitioner of a form of sorcery that can turn any ordinary object into a magical weapon. When a construction crew accidentally unearths a demon from an underground crypt, Brian is hired by a mysterious cabal known as The Architects to capture the demon. That's when things get nasty. This storyline ties into the ESPERS: BLACK MAGIC trade also available in the star system. SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $17.95 CRIMSON #7 Cliffhanger Productions (W) Brian Augustyn, (P) Humberto Ramos, (I) Sandra Hope It's Christmas day. The first Christmas Alex has spent without his family. But that's the least of his worries, seven strange visitors have come to decide the future of Alex's existence. And an uninvited guest has come to wish Alex a "Merry Christmas" in a very particular way. NOTE: Cliffhanger triple play! 3 books, 3 creators, 3 covers on each book! This month Cliffhanger gives its readers a very special Christmas present--each Cliffhanger title in December will feature 3 covers, one by each Cliffhanger creator! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to see each artist's rendition of the other Cliffhanger characters, so don't be caught short!! Covers will ship in a 50/25/25 ratio (example: the Joe Madureira Battle Chasers cover will be 50% of the print run, the two additional covers, by J. Scott Campbell & Humberto Ramos, will each account for 25% of the print run). FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 2nd CURSE OF THE SPAWN #28 Todd McFarlane Productions (S) Alan McElroy (P) Dwayne Turner (I) Chance Wolf & Todd McFarlane (C) Todd Broeker Suture kidnaps renowned psychotherapist Dr. Ian Saunders and holds him captive in a closed-down hospital in the Bronx. She knows he's the serial killer dubbed "The Headhunter," but she's willing to let him live-under one condition: Her life has become about rage, death, horror and killing. She wants her soul back. She wants to be cured. He has twenty-four hours. FC, 32pg $1.95 DANGER GIRL #6 Cliffhanger Productions (W) J. Scott Campbell & Andy Hartnell, (P) J. Scott Campbell, (I) Alex Garner Abbey Chase, enlightened to the secrets of an ancient legend, warns her teammates of the destructive consequences they'll face if their adversaries' sinister plans continue. The Danger Girls devise a clever plan to stop them -- though Major Maxim's plans involve an unforeseen threat - the introduction of a mysterious new ally who will prove to be more deadly than Maxim himself! NOTE: Cliffhanger triple play! 3 books, 3 creators, 3 covers on each book! This month Cliffhanger gives its readers a very special Christmas present--each Cliffhanger title in December will feature 3 covers, one by each Cliffhanger creator! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to see each artist's rendition of the other Cliffhanger characters, so don't be caught short!! Covers will ship in a 50/25/25 ratio (example: the Joe Madureira Battle Chasers cover will be 50% of the print run, the two additional covers, by J. Scott Campbell & Humberto Ramos, will each account for 25% of the print run). FC, 32pg $2.50 DARING ESCAPES #4 Todd McFarlane Productions (S) Tom Orzechowski & Andy Grossberg (A) Alan Weiss (C) Reuben Rude & I.H.O.C. (C) Alan Weiss Heaven helps those who help themselves, but even archangels might not be enough to fight Pope when the crystal heart and demonic statue combine their power! All Heaven breaks loose and Harry Houdini has to choose his targets carefully as the final issue of this metaphysical mini-series comes to a screaming finish. FC, 32pg $2.50 DARKCHYLDE: THE LEGACY #3 Majesty Graphics (W/P) Randy Queen, (I) Jason Gorder The mysterious child killer "SILENCER" makes his presence known to Ariel, and torments her with more knowledge of her cryptic past. What is his connection to Ariel's origin? And how can he be stopped before another innocent perishes at his hands?! Dark secrets and evil abound as the nomadic carnival begins it's cross-country trek, and young Ariel Chylde is swept along in the hopes of finding answers and the key to her salvation. Oh yeah... Ariel's sister Jessica shows up, too. Don't miss the nail-biting, nerve-rattling third installment to the comic series everyone is talking about! FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 16th DARKMINDS #6 An Image Comic (P) Pat Lee (I) Alvin Lee and Alan Tam (W) Adrian Tsang The mysterious man that has been seemingly trying to murder Nakiko from the beginning is revealed. But even that substantial piece of the puzzle leaves much in contention and many questions left answered. With few options, Nagawa and Nakiko are forced into action together. With the aid of the Neon Dragons, they turn to the only place that can offer them any answers, Aurora Industries. But getting inside may prove to be a more difficult task than any of them had imagined. All that and much more as Dreamwave Productions brings you DarkMinds Chapter #6: Opposing Forces. FC, 32pg $2.50 DESPERATE TIMES #4 An Image Comic by Chris Eliopoulos Just in time for Christmas, if you thought the holiday season couldn't get worse, our heroes prove you wrong. Chris Eliopoulos is really tired of lettering for a living, so please buy this book! b&w, 24pg $2.95 DV8 #25 WildStorm Productions (W) Mike Heisler, (P) Al Rio, (I) Trevor Scott SLIPSTREAM, the long-awaited crossover between the Gen-Active teams of DV8 and Gen13, begins here! The Deviants have a new team leader as Ivana sends them on a mission to retrieve an incredible power source -- but they're not the only ones after it! And unknown to all of them, they're already the victims of a catastrophic event which threatens to tear asunder the very fabric of reality! Follow the parallel events taking place in next month's Gen13 Annual. FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 16th FATHOM POSTER Top Cow Comics Just in time for the holidays, Top Cow is proud to offer the first ever poster from Michael Turner's Fathom, the biggest book of the year. This magnificent image of Aspen Matthews by Michael Turner, Joe Weems, and Jonathan D. Smith makes the perfect gift-just make sure to get one for yourself too! FC, 24x36 $4.99 In stores the week of December 9th FIRE TRADE PAPERBACK An Image Comic (W/A) Brian Michael Bendis YOUR GOVERNMENT DOES NOT WANT YOU TO READ THIS BOOK. Loosely based on events in the American intelligence community during the Reagen administration, FIRE tells the unique and powerful story of a young man's virgin journey through the complex world of international intelligence. This presentation of JINX creator Brian Michael Bendis' long sold out and first truly great cinematic noire comic features remastered art, lettering and a newly polished script. This is a complete globe spanning thriller for fans of "Bond," pulp spy novels and true world crime stories. SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $9.95 GEN13 #36 WildStorm Productions (W) John Arcudi, (P) Gary Frank, Kevin Nowlan, (I) Cam Smith As Alex Fairchild copes with his first day on the job as den-daddy to the Gen13 gang, John Lynch takes a personal journey into his own past when life was simpler and more fun. At least, that's how he remembers it. This issue also introduces a mysterious new villain--he's connected to Ivana and her increasingly rapacious Gen-Hunt, but how? And why has the Keepers appearance changed again? Added bonus: the third in a series of four page back-up stories, this one starring Mr. Hothead himself, Burnout, and lovingly delineated by that master of comic art, Kevin Nowlan! Variant cover notice: This issue will feature a variant cover by Kevin Nowlan, shipped in a one in four ratio. FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 9th GEN13: MAGICAL DRAMA QUEEN ROXY #3 (OF 3) WildStorm Productions (W,P, & I) Adam Warren As her dream sequence reaches its shocking climax, Roxanne Spaulding, our long- suffering (and short-skirted) magical heroine, must foil the multi-culturally malevolent master plan of the fiendish PC queen. Will the enchanted kingdom of La Jolla, as well as Roxy's fragile self-esteem, survive this apocalyptic ordeal? Will this issue also feature giant robots in French maid outfits and Fairchild in a skimpy cat girl costume? Will Leonardo Dicaprio make a thinly- veiled cameo appearance? Find out in the over-sized, outrageous conclusion of Gen13: Magical Drama Queen Roxy! FC, 40pg $3.50 In Stores December 23rd HELLCOP #3 Avalon Studios (W) Joe Casey (A) Gilbert Monsanto (C) Brian Haberlin The dimension of Hell can be a dangerous place, depending on the demons you bring with you. As the corruption within the Pan-Dimensional Security Corps spreads to the highest levels imaginable, Virgil Hilts faces his own demons. He travels into circles of Hell that even HE was unaware of! Join us on the most intriguing story in comics. Hellcop--great art and a great read. Quality on every level, that's our promise. FC, 32pg $2.50 In stores the week of December 16th INVISIBLE 9 TRADE PAPERBACK Flypaper Press (W) Mark Paniccia, Paul Fairchild, (P&I) Michael Avon Oeming This perfect-bound trade paperback collects all three issues of the world's rudest comic book, The Invisible 9. Join the nine most powerful individuals in the world as they fight to free the world from Juan Valdez's coffee embargo. The most praised work of satire this year, The Invisible 9 will keep you laughing from cover to cover! SC, 7x10, 88pg, FC $12.95 THE JINX #@%!! SPECIAL An Image Comic (W/A) Brian Michael Bendis A brand spankin' new collection of short works and one pagers from JINX creator Brian Bendis. This special issue features tons of new material. More true crime confessions. More media satire. More ramblings of a maladjusted comic scribe who has inhaled too many ink fumes. Plus a shockingly good installment of the best letter column in comics...AND WE PRINTED YOUR LETTER! b&w, 48pg $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN: A.K.A. GOLDFISH COLLECTION THE ESSENTIAL JINX TPB ************************ KABUKI POSTER #3 An Image Comic Fully painted by Alex Ross and David Mack To commemorate the Skin Deep Hard cover, this poster features the Alex Ross, David Mack cover collaboration. One side of the poster is painted by Alex Ross, and the other by David Mack. Both halves are joined by the Noh Dragon. Printed on high quality paper, it will look great framed in the office or at home. FC, 24x36 $5.99 KABUKI SKIN DEEP HARDCOVER An Image Comic (W/A) David Mack-writer/artist (P/I) Alex Ross-painted art/Into Now archivally collected-the complete fully painted Skin Deep series in a deluxe Hard Cover with a dust jacket painted by David Mack. This prestige format includes all new pages of art, a behind the scenes look at a preliminary drawings, designs and a gallery of the original painted covers; including a painted cover by Alex Ross. New readers are searching for this series that leads right up to the current issues. This book delivers with extra pages in a Hard Cover with an introduction by Alex Ross. SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $23.95 KABUKI SKIN DEEP HARDCOVER LIMITED SIGNED AND NUMBERED EDITION. An Image Comic (W) David Mack Limited to only 500 copies, these Hard Covers are signed and numbered by the author and artist David Mack SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $39.95 KISS: PSYCHO CIRCUS #16 Todd McFarlane Productions (S) Brian Holguin (P) Angel Medina (I) Kevin Conrad (C) Brian Haberlin Somewhere in the city, people sit on high-rise terraces, laughing and smiling and drinking to one another's good fortune. But there is another city, a darker one, where despair and hopelessness are a way of life. Where a warm place to sleep and a few meager scraps of food are coveted as luxuries. For one young child growing up on the streets after being thrown out by his abusive family, life is a game of survival and nothing more. But when the boy finds a strange looking ticket lying in the gutter one day, everything changes. Soon, he pays a visit to the Psycho Circus, where anything is possible-just be careful what you wish for. FC, 32pg $2.25 LADY PENDRAGON #2 An Image Comic (S) Matt Hawkins (A) John Stinsman (C) Spectrum Color After assuming the mantle of the Pendragon, Guinivere is threatened with internal insurrection, foreign invasion and excommunication from the Catholic church. Political matchmaking ends in wanton bloodshed as the mystery of the sword of power "Excalibur" deepens. Who is Merlin and what are Mordred and Morgana's apocalyptic plans for the third millennium? Find out as the mayhem continues in a story spanning sixteen centuries called "Destiny's Embrace". Ships with a 1 in 4 variant cover by Brandon Peterson FC, 32pg $2.50 LADY PENDRAGON ACTION FIGURE An Image Comic HOBBY MARKET EXCLUSIVE! Straight from the pages of the comic book comes the Lady Pendragon action figure. Immaculately painted and incredibly detailed, this 6 1/2" action figure is being exclusively offered to the direct market! This figure comes with multiple accessories including the fabled Excalibur sword, the spear of Longinus and a battle-damaged Templar shield in a brightly illustrated blister package that will leap off the shelves! Production runs will be limited to initial orders, so the Lady Pendragon action figure will be a rare collectible as well! Each case of six (6) figures contains one paint variation that is actually taken from the continuity of the comic book (no ridiculous paint variations). Ships with 1 variant action figure per case Figure MSRP: $14.95 LEAVE IT TO CHANCE TRADE PAPERBACK VOL. II Homage Comics (W) James Robinson (P) Paul Smith (I) George Freeman The adventures of teenage trouble shooter and occult investigator Chance Falconer continue in this second collection of the award-winning LEAVE IT TO CHANCE. The daughter of Devil's Echo most prominent supernatural detective, along with her ever-faithful pal and pet dragon, Georgie, makes new friends and battles new foes in this first-ever collection of issues #5 through #8 of Homage's action-packed, all-ages series. From the festive streets on Halloween night, to the haunted pirate caves below her boarding school -- even at her favorite shopping mall -- the young danger-magnet Chance finds supernatural peril at every turn, but always manages to save the day! Leave it to Chance!! Add it to your bookshelf today!! SC, 7x10, 104pg, FC $12.95 MAGE: THE HERO DEFINED TPB--VOL II An Image Comic (W/A) Matt Wagner This second 96 pages volume collects Chapters 5-8 of the popular series chronicling the on-going adventures of Kevin Matchstick and company. Master storyteller. Matt Wagner weaves his own special brand of magic yet again as the Heroic Trio find themselves lured north, across the border, to a mystical gathering the likes of which the world has never seen. In addition to an ever- growing mass of "nasties", the Northlands seem to magnetically attract a host of the world's most legendary reincarnated warriors. But what is the hidden purpose behind this Gathering? And how can Kevin overcome his arrogant assumptions of leadership in time to save the day? SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $9.95 MICHAEL GOLDEN'S JURASSIC PARK PORTFOLIO #1 (of 2) An Image Product (P/I) Michael Golden You've seen these fantastic covers gracing the popular "Jurassic Park" series from Topps Comics. Now, you can see them full size, black and white, on high quality art paper--and without those pesky logos to cover up the artwork. And, believe us, Michael is one of those artists who always puts tons of information and detail on his covers--just so it can be covered up, and thus giving headaches to editors everywhere. This first portfolio will feature ten plates, which will include one new piece of never before seen artwork. A must have for Michael Golden fans, Jurassic Park fans and dinosaur fans alike. Perfect for framing , collectible and just plan beautiful, you can't go wrong. Housed in a slipcase featuring new drawings by Michael Golden. b&w, 10-plate limited portfolio (S&N) $27.95 RESIDENT EVIL #4 WildStorm Productions (W) Ted Adams, Kris Oprisko The terror continues in Resident Evil: The Official Comic Book Magazine #4. This issue is jam-packed with all the action, thrills, and scares you've come to expect from this title. As Umbrella prepares to unleash its evil virus on an unsuspecting world, it's up to a small band of heroes to foil their plans. Resident Evil #4 includes three horrific, all-new stories, and lots of features and behind-the-scenes info from the world of survival horror. Magazine, 56pg, FC $4.95 In Stores December 30th SABRE 20TH ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRT An Image Product Art by Paul Gulacy An original character by Don McGregor. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of one of the most controversial and ground breaking characters in the history of comics with this full color art T-shirt. Sabre strikes a dynamic pose accented by the red and orange hues of a dying sun, along with the Sabre logo emblazoned above his head. "They can't bend him, they can't break him," but you can wear him proudly. M-XL $15.95 SAVAGE DRAGON #56 An Image Comic by Erik Larsen On the eve of her wedding, William Johnson's evil brother kidnaps Rita Medermade! That pretty much sets the scene for the greatest 56th issue of the Savage Dragon ever! If you're not reading the Savage Dragon--your taste blows! What can we say?-- call 'em as we see 'em. Seriously folks--ALL of your favorite comic book creators read this book and some of 'em even swipe choice bits to put into their comics! Read it here and read it FIRST! It's damn good readin'. Highly recommended! FC, 32pg $2.50 SAVAGE DRAGON ARCHIVES #4 (OF 4) An Image Comic by Erik Larsen Pretty much every other Dragon appearance prior to Savage Dragon #1 is collected in this volume. The 22-page conclusion of the Dragon/Vanguard crossover originally published in the impossible to find Megaton #4--(unavailable for 12 years) is the lead feature! The Dragon one-page story from Giant-Sized Mini- Comics #4, The Dragon story from the Dragon #5 and unpublished material make up the rest of this volume. The first Savage Dragon Archives was available only as a premium and is highly sought after. This issue is available for the general public. Expect it to sell out in record time! Highly recommended! b&w, 32pg $2.95 SPARTAN X LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRT An Image Product Art by Michael Golden You've sold the comic! You're ordering the action figure from Pallisdaes Toys! Now, fans of the series and of Hong Kong cinema can wear the shirt! High kicking hell-bent-hero-for-hire, Jackie, along with his co-stars--the formidable Clytie and the mysterious new femme fatale Zenshi--grace the front of this full color tee. High-kicking fun, that protects you from the elements as well! What could be better?!! M-XL $15.95 SPAWN #81 Todd McFarlane Productions (P) Greg Capullo (I) Danny Miki & Todd McFarlane (S) Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin (C) Brian Haberlin The sins of Spawn's past have come back to haunt him in a way he never could have imagined. After the startling revelations of last issue, when it was discovered that one of his very first acts as a HellSpawn unleashed a terrible evil upon the world, Spawn slips further and further into self-doubt. How can he fight an intangible malignancy that has no form, no substance? What can he do if everything he touches, he corrupts? How can he ever wash the blood of innocents from his hands? Meanwhile, at a deserted pub in a rainy coastal town in England, Cog comes face to face with a few ghosts from his own checkered past. Art shown is not the cover FC, 32pg $1.95 SPAWN BUST Todd McFarlane Productions Todd McFarlane Productions delivers the most life-like bust of the dead ever! It was cast (not sculpted) from the actual mask worn by Michael Jai White who played Spawn in the Spawn feature film. The bust is displayed on an incredibly detailed, sculpted stand with an organic paint design that exudes realism It stands 13 1/2" high and 12" wide. Bust PI SPIRIT OF THE TAO #6 Top Cow Comics (W) D. Tron/Malachy Coney (P) Billy Tan (I) D. Tron (C) Jonathan D. Smith As the Tao grows stronger, Jasmine and Lance begin to embrace their true nature. And since that means they are becoming the embodiment of death and destruction, things don't look so good for San Francisco. Can anyone stop them? Project Dynamics will certainly try--but aren't they the BAD GUYS??? FC, 32pg $2.50 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #20 An Image Comic (S) Gary Carlson (P) Frank Fosco (I) Mark Heike (E) Erik Larsen The Triceraton invasion heats up as the TMNT fight a desperate battle to keep the first wave of Jurassic aliens from establishing a foothold on Earth! The lethal lizards plan to rewrite history, only this time they have the human race targeted for extinction! Plus, Raphael makes contact with the Japanese branch of the Foot Clan: Will he get the boot? All this and even more action and surprises! b&w, 24pg $2.95 TODD MCFARLANE PRESENTS: KISS PSYCHO CIRCUS MAGAZINE #1 Todd McFarlane Productions KISS fans rejoice, this 8" x 11" full-color magazine is your dream come true. Highlights include: An all new conversation between Todd McFarlane and Gene Simmons. A KISS phots album featuring images from Gene Simmons' personal collection. All new interview with KISS: Psycho Circus writer Brian Holguin. KISS fan art. A look at the McFarlane Toys KISS action figures. Plus, the first three chapters from TMP's KISS: Psychoc Circus comic book. All this and much more! SC, 8x11, 104pg, FC $6.95 TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE REVISITED #1 Top Cow Comics (W&P) Michael Turner (I) Joe Weems (C) Jonathan D. Smith In celebration of the release of Eidos Interactive and Core Design's immensely popular TOMB RAIDER 3 video game, Top Cow proudly re-presents the first meeting between Sara Pezzini and Lara Croft--Now available for the first time to the DIRECT MARKET. This book features an all-new direct market exclusive cover by Michael Turner! FC, 32pg $2.95 WILDC.A.T.S/X-MEN TRADE PAPERBACK WildStorm Productions (W) Warren Ellis, James Robinson, Scott Lobdell, (P) Mat Broome, Travis Charest, Adam Hughes, Jim Lee A collection of the WildC.A.T.s/X-Men crossovers -- The Golden Age, The Silver Age, The Modern Age, and The Dark Age -- by legendary pencillers Jim Lee, Travis Charest, Adam Hughes, and Mat Broome, and acclaimed writers Scott Lobdell, James Robinson, and Warren Ellis. The WildC.A.T.s and the X-Men adventure across history, from World War II to the distant future, joining forces to rescue humanity from the Nazis, Brood-Daemonite aliens, demons, and monster cyborgs! SC, 7x10, 184pg, FC $18.50 In Stores December 2nd WILDCORE #10 WildStorm Productions (W) Sean Ruffner, (P) Ryan Benjamin, (I) Sal Regla The surviving WildCORE members return to department PSI --and planet Earth-- where they recover from the trauma sustained during their trans-dimensional experience. With one member down and another missing, what remains of WildCORE soon discover that they are not the only ones who crossed the Gateway into our world... FC, 32pg $2.50 In Stores December 9th WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER #1 Top Cow Comics (W) Michael Turner/Bill O'Neil (P) Michael Turner (I) Joe Weems (C) Jonathan D. Smith YES!! THEY'RE BACK! In the hottest pairing of 1998, Sara Pezzini travels to London and embarks on an all-new thriller with TOMB RAIDER'S sexy adventurer, Lara Croft. This important issue will have repercussions that will be felt in the future of WITCHBLADE, so don't miss it!!! Note: Issue will ship with a 1 in 4 Marc Silvestri variant cover. FC, 32pg $2.95 ZORRO'S RENEGADES TRADE PAPERBACK An Image Trade Paperback (W) Don McGregor (P) Mike Mayhew Additional Art: Vince Russell, John Nyberg, Andy Mushynsky, Armando Gil, Mike Grell, Keith Giffen, Joe Sinnott and Mike Mignola Covers: Front--Paul Gulacy, Back--George Perez For the first time in one volume, all of Zorro's Renegades appear in one volume. Moonstalker--the Indian terrorist out to avenge his people! Lady Rawhide--the sexy siren! Machette--the man with revenge on his mind! See the storyline that inspired a toy line and peaked interest in Hollywood leading to the hit "Mask of Zorro" movie. This is not your parents "Zorro", as you'll see in this story full of revenge, whip-wielding action, and sexual tension. This Zorro doesn't get out of his precarious situations so easily--but we sure have fun watching him try. The beginning of a continuing series! SC, 7x10, 140pg, b&w $14.95 WILDSTORM EMPORIUM MERCHANDISE GEN 13 #1 VARIANT COVER POSTER: BARBARI-GEN O/A Art by Simon Bisley. (1298-PO-BBG) FC, 24x36 SRP: $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY POSTER Art by Jim Lee. (1298-PO-DIV) FC, 24x36 SRP: $6.95 DANGER GIRL T-SHIRT by J. Scott Campbell Available Colors: Red, Black, Navy Available Sizes: L and XL Item Code: RED Large: 1298-TS-DRL XLarge: 1298-TS-DRX BLACK Large: 1298-TS-DBL XLarge: 1298-TS-DBX NAVY Large: 1298-TS-DNL XLarge: 1298-TS-DNX Suggested Retail: $18.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GEN 13: LIMITED EDITION FAIRCHILD COLLECTORS COIN Art by J. Scott Campbell 1-1/2"" diameter, 10 gauge, antique bronze finish (Note legal tender). Less than 500 of 2500 units remaining. (1298-CO-FAI) Coin SRP: $14.95 SPECIAL SALE PRICE! RESIDENT EVIL 2 LIMITED EDITION PIN SET Collectors Set of 5 Cloisonne Pins with a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 1,000 units. (1298-PI-RES) Pin Set SRP: $39.95 WILDSTORM EMPORIUM / DYNAMIC FORCES MERCHANDISE CRIMSON: COOL CRIMSON CHARACTERS LITHOGRAPH! We at Dynamic Forces and WildStorm approached Humberto to pick a fantastic piece of artwork for a lithograph reproduction. Humberto said that he would get back to us in a day. That day passed, and he had not picked anything. We called the next day, still he had not picked a piece of artwork for a lithograph. The third, still zip, nothing, nada, something about still working on the comic, or some such thing. Then on the 4th day, Humberto said "How about I create a new piece of artwork just for the lithograph?" and I said "Sure, why not?". So, we don't have the actual piece of art to show you, but we can assure you that it will be the best that Humberto does, as usual. So order now, and be the only person on your block to have this brand spanking new piece of artwork! Cool, huh! Lithograph measures 18" x 24" UNSIGNED MSRP $19.95 SIGNED MSRP $39.95 DANGER GIRL: "MOVIE POSTER SPREAD" LITHOGRAPH This image is the beautiful double-page spread from issue #1 featuring all the girls in a movie poster format. If you think that this art looked great in the comic, wait until you see this beautiful piece by J. Scott Campbell on the lithograph. Enlarged for the lithograph, this piece measures approximately 18" x 24" UNSIGNED MSRP $19.95 SIGNED MSRP $39.95 MARVEL COMICS Marvel Knights ON SALE DECEMBER 2 DAREDEVIL #4 Kevin Smith/Joe Quesada/Jimmy Palmiotti GUARDIAN DEVIL: Part 4-All the pieces simultaneously start to fall together and crumble apart as Daredevil grapples with his sanity, old friends resurface, and a certain baddie that we've all been waiting for returns! Broken by Baal, the Man Without Fear cannot figure out who to trust and seeks the aid of a woman of mystery from Matt Murdock's past. Meanwhile, Karen and Foggy endure the trials and loss associated with the infant's "curse," and Hell literally breaks loose in the Kitchen! Can DD pull it all together in time to save the woman he loves? Or will it take the hand of a certain Sorcerer Supreme (who happens to star in his own series this month) to douse the sinister flames licking at Matt's heels? Plus: guess who's back. We'll give you a hint. Starts with a "B" and ends with an eye! "Prediction: Massive potential, a guaranteed Top Ten hit." (Comics International) (Marvel Memo: Retailers, please consult the MARVEL KNIGHTS INCENTIVE PROGRAM in the Retailer Insert.) FC $2.50 ON SALE DECEMBER 9 BLACK PANTHER #4 Christopher Priest/Joe Quesada & Mark Texeira It's Black Panther vs. Mephisto - but how can an African king defeat the Lord of Darkness?! Mephisto has all the souls of Wakanda under his condemnation, but he's willing to trade them all for just one! Meanwhile, the White Wolf, a dangerous man from T'Challa's past, traps the Black Panther in a crossfire! "Christopher Priest is the mastermind behind Quantum & Woody, one of the hottest cult-favorite books of the past five years. As for Mark Texeira - well, it's all too rare that he takes on a new series at all, so his involvement in BLACK PANTHER is tres cool indeed!" (Comic Shop News) (Marvel Memo: Retailers, please consult the MARVEL KNIGHTS INCENTIVE PROGRAM in the Retailer Insert.) FC $2.50 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 DOCTOR STRANGE #1 (OF 4) Tony Harris & Dan Jolley/Tony Harris/Ray Snyder € THE SCOOP: Tony Harris (Starman), the award-winning and fan favorite illustrator, takes on the book he was born to draw! € THE STORY: When Doctor Strange finds himself one step behind a killer who masks his trail so well that even the Sorcerer Supreme can't catch him, will the Sorcerer Supreme finally discover that magic is for sissies? Plus, in an attempt to repair the damage done to his hands, Stephen Strange seeks out the healing touch of a brilliant young surgeon. However, due to the recent accidental death of one of his patients, the young doctor lacks the confidence to operate. Oh yeah, there's also a skinless ice cream vendor turned mystical bank robber, and a group of evil poetry spouting cherubs. Looks like the good Doctor is going to need a whole new bag of tricks! € THE CREATORS: Tony Harris, joined by his writing partner Dan Jolley, writes and pencils this chilling tale of mystery and magic. € THE FORMAT: Four-issue limited series. FC (1 of 4) $2.99 PUNISHER #4 Christopher Golden & Tom Sniegoski/Bernie Wrightson/Jimmy Palmiotti Everything comes full circle as the terrifying truth of the Punisher's past is revealed, the final battle with Oliver is at hand and - before it's all over - Hell itself comes to Earth! Frank Castle finally knows the real story behind the events that led to his family's murder - and now he must pay the price for his years as the Punisher! Plus: special cameos by the two most powerful characters in the dark corners of the Marvel Universe! "The Punisher is an almost- archetypal figure of vengeance with tremendous appeal, which is why fans are going to see what the new series has to offer." (Comic Shop News) (Marvel Memo: Retailers, please consult the MARVEL KNIGHTS INCENTIVE PROGRAM in the Retailer Insert.) Cover By Bernie Wrightson & Joe Jusko. FC (4 of 4) $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 23 INHUMANS #4 Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee The first shot is fired in the war against Attilan! To humanity, the Inhumans' home is a mysterious place that seems too fantastic to be real, the fuel for campfire stories and modern-day myths. In this issue, we hear many different people's descriptions of Attilan. In displays of fear, awe, paranoia, reason and mistrust, we ask the question: "If these creatures are inhuman, are they more or less than human?" Plus: Maximus and Woz conspire with the outside world! "Jenkins' masterful words elucidate the meticulous pencils of Lee in an emotionally charged characterization of Black Bolt and his subjects, in a story that leaves readers clamoring for more. Highly recommended! A+" (Comics Buyer's Guide) (Marvel Memo: Retailers, please consult the MARVEL KNIGHTS INCENTIVE PROGRAM in the Retailer Insert.) FC (4 of 12) $2.99 MARVEL HEROES ON SALE DECEMBER 2 CAPTAIN AMERICA: SENTINEL OF LIBERTY #6 Mark Waid & Roger Stern/Ron Garney, Doug Braithwaite & Ron Frenz/Dan Green, Robin Riggs & Roger Langridge TALES OF SUSPENSE: Part 2 (of 2)-It's a double-sized blowout with three - count them, three - exciting never-before-told tales of suspense from the pulse- pounding career of Captain America! First, the classic team of Mark Waid and Ron Garney unite for the last time to tell the story of Cap and Iron Man's first adventure together! Then, Waid joins forces with Dougie Braithwaite to conclude a heretofore never revealed story featuring the shield-slinger versus a deadly foe of Spider-Man! And if that weren't enough, we proudly present the first half of a two-part tale by Roger Stern and Ron Frenz starring the Revolutionary War- era Cap introduced by Jack Kirby in CAPTAIN AMERICA #194! And to top it all off, there's a fabulous feature on the true first appearance of the super soldier in the modern Marvel Universe - and here's some news: it didn't occur in AVENGERS #4! FC (Note Price) $2.99 FANTASTIC FOUR #14 Chris Claremont/Salvador Larroca The Fantastic Four are transported to the moon in a life or death showdown with Ronan the Accuser! Can the FF stop Ronan from attaining his mysterious goal, or will his actions change the FF's lives forever?! FC $1.99 THOR #8 Dan Jurgens/John Romita Jr./Klaus Janson € THE SCOOP: Kicking off a two-part crossover with PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN - drawn entirely by John Romita Jr.! € THE STORY: The mysterious new pantheon that has taken over Asgard makes its first move on Earth - and on Thor! The web-slinging wonder gets sucked into the fray - but what chance does the wall-crawler have against gods?! Plus: the return of one of the missing Norse Gods! Continued this month in PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #2! € THE CREATORS: Part one of this event is written by Dan Jurgens, while the art team of John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson handles the pretty pictures. € THE SCOOP: "Easily the most convincing interpretation of the Thunder God since the Walt Simonson era, this marks a return to greatness." (Comics International) FC $1.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 9 ALPHA FLIGHT #19 Steven T. Seagle/Duncan Rouleau/Rob Hunter ALPHA: OMEGA: Part 2-Sasquatch, Shaman, Northstar, Aurora and ... Guardian?! The original Alpha Flight members are back - with a vengeance! Now it's the classic squad vs. the new team! 'Nuff said! FC $1.99 AVENGERS FOREVER #3 Kurt Busiek/Carlos Pacheco/Jesus Merino Showdown in Chronopolis! Why would two facets of the same being start a conflict that could destroy all of reality? In the heart of the extra-temporal empire, the Avengers uncover the secret behind the Kang/Immortus war! Who will the Avengers side with? The Earth's Mightiest Heroes must decide before all of existence itself is wiped out! Cardstock cover with art by Carlos Pacheco & George Perez FC (3 of 12) $2.99 IRON MAN #13 Kurt Busiek/Sean Chen/Larry Stucker € THE SCOOP: Iron Man celebrates his first year back in the Marvel Universe with a double-sized extravaganza! € THE STORY: Due to his recent injuries, Tony Stark checks himself into the Basel Stress Clinic - and delivers himself into the hands of the Controller! Battered and trapped without his armor, how can Tony possibly survive?! € THE CREATORS: Delivered on a silver platter by the ongoing creative team of Kurt Busiek and Sean Chen. € THE FORMAT: 48-pages. FC, 48PG (Note Price) $2.99 IRON MAN #13 Signed by penciler Sean Chen. Limited quantities available. (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $19.99 FANTASTIC FOUR & FANTASTIC FOUR '98 Karl Kesel/Stuart Immonen/Cam Smith € THE SCOOP: The Thing faces ... the new Fantastic Four?! € THE STORY: When the Thing accidentally breaches a dimensional portal, he finds himself face-to-face with a new FF! In this alternate reality, the famous foursome really did hit the scene in 1961, and the world is a very different place. Spider-Man has disappeared and Captain America has perished in battle! Now only a select few heroes remain to protect the innocent and explore the unknown - chief among them, the second generation of the Fab Four! But what tragic conflict may tear apart the team - and how does it all hinge upon Ben Grimm?! € THE CREATORS: Crafted with pride by the super team of Karl Kesel and Stuart Immonen. € THE FORMAT: 48-page Annual. FC, 48pg $3.50 MOON KNIGHT #1 Doug Moench/Mark Texeira € THE SCOOP: Death could not hold him! The night embraces him! Look out underworld, Moon Knight is back! € THE STORY: It's a decidedly offbeat tale of macabre murder, catastrophic conspiracy, mind-boggling mystery and spine-chilling suspense! Moon Knight is pulled into an adventure that reunites him with an old flame - much to the chagrin of his current lady love, Marlene - and forces him to come to terms with his shadowed past! But Marc Spector also finds that he's been marked for death by a secret organization that seems to know his every move and has the most dangerous of assassins to get the job done! But what involvement could this group possibly have with Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, the mysterious crop circles in England, and the small grey extraterrestrials responsible for all those alien abductions?! If you loved the original Moench/Sienkiewicz MOON KNIGHT, if you're hooked on "The X-Files" and conspiracy theories, or if you just want to be blown away by a senses-shattering story and gorgeous artwork, look no further than MOON KNIGHT! € THE CREATORS: Legendary Moon Knight creator Doug Moench (Batman, Big Book of Conspiracies) returns to craft an adventure that takes MK into all-new territory and explores the darker corners of the world around us! He's joined by Mark Texeira (BLACK PANTHER), who captures all the mood and atmosphere that an epic like this requires! € THE FORMAT: Four-issue weekly limited series. FC (1 of 4) $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 CAPTAIN AMERICA #14 Mark Waid/Doug Braithwiate/Mark Farmer Finally, after months of build-up, suspicion and intrigue - the Red Skull returns to the pages of CAPTAIN AMERICA! What's he been up to? Who is his mysterious partner whose identity we've only hinted at? Plus: a major step forward on the development of Cap's missing shield! FC $1.99 THE INCREDIBLE HULK #473 Joe Casey/Javier Pulido/Sean Parsons THE GREAT ASTONISHMENT: Part 2 (of 3)-Continuing the three-part epic which will end Joe Casey and Javier Pulido's run with a big ol' bang! The Hulk and his old enemy, the Xanterean, must journey to the legendary homeworld of the Watchers. But what dangers and deadly secrets await them on this strange planet, and what the heck does it have to do with General Ross's quest for revenge back on Earth?! FC $1.99 MOON KNIGHT #2 Doug Moench/Mark Texeira The high strangeness continues as Moon Knight is reunited with a woman from his past and faces a brutal death at the hands of one of the people closest to him in all the world! Answers begin to unravel and even more questions are raised as assassins close in on our hero to silence him forever! FC (2 of 4) $2.99 THUNDERBOLTS #23 Kurt Busiek/Mark Bagley/Scott Hanna Who leaves the Thunderbolts? Who joins? Find out here as the U.S.Agent returns to take down the T-Bolts! In the aftermath of last month's clash with the Avengers, a Thunderbolt surrenders to the law to atone for his past misdeeds! But don't worry, the T-Bolt's new leader has a new candidate for membership - one that doesn't sit well with the rest of the team! Plus: appearances by the Jury and Charcoal, the Burning Man! And waiting in the shadows: the new Citizen V! FC $1.99 UNION JACK #3 Ben Raab & John Cassaday/John Cassaday The blood-curdling series finale! The Baroness' monstrous minions have got the Grail, and it's up to Union Jack to stop them - if he can break free from the ghoulish grip of the all-new Baron Blood! Will these bloodsuckers sneak off with the greatest relic in history? And if so, what evil purpose will it serve? Find out here, O faithful one! FC (3 of 3) $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 DEADPOOL #25 Joe Kelly/Walter McDaniel DEAD RECKONING: Part 3 (of 3) € THE SCOOP: It's the double-sized, double-whammy, double-entendre-filled finale to "Dead Reckoning!" € THE STORY: The brawl for it all erupts when Deadpool and the alien assassin Tiamat duke it out big time! And the winner gets to take on Captain America! Everything's in this one: the cosmic messiah! The absolute truth behind the Mithras Directive! The final fate of Monty, Zoe and Dixon! The destiny of humanity! And, above all else - the ultimate lesson for Deadpool! € THE CREATORS: Brought to you by Joe Kelly and Walter McDaniel. € THE FORMAT: This 48-page humdinger features a wraparound cover by Walter McDaniel. FC, 48pg (Note Price) $2.99 DOCTOR WHO #273 The official magazine celebrating the phenom that is Doctor Who! Magazine, FC $5.99 MOON KNIGHT #3 Doug Moench/Mark Texeira As if being targeted for death wasn't enough for Moon Knight, he now realizes that he can't trust anyone anymore - not even his longtime lady love! What could possibly cause her to turn against him? And has Moon Knight's own home actually been invaded - by aliens? FC (3 of 4) $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 30 AVENGERS #13 Kurt Busiek/George Pérez/Al Vey You asked for it, you got it: the return of the New Warriors! Captain America is missing! Iron Man is in the hospital! The Avengers are in need of a new leader - but who will it be? Meanwhile, Justice and Firestar jump into action with their former team, but when the action is over will they leave with them?! FC $1.99 CONAN: THE SCARLET SWORD #3 Roy Thomas/Stefano Raffaele/Ralph Cabrera Legendary Conan writer Roy Thomas presents the barbaric conclusion to the mighty Cimmerian's latest adventure! FC (3 of 3) $2.99 EARTH X SKETCHBOOK Cardstock cover with painted art by Alex Ross € THE SCOOP: Get ready for EARTH X with this guidebook featuring 25 never- before-seen character sketches by Alex Ross - plus the entire contents of the Wizard special! € THE CONTENTS: You heard the rumors, now feast your eyes on the cool designs for EARTH X, the shocking limited series coming your way in January! These illustrations unveil the bizarre near-future versions of Dr. Strange, Union Jack, Black Bolt, the Inhumans, Machine Man, the Hulk and many more by the series' guiding force and cover artist, Alex Ross! Plus: accompanying text by series' writer Jim Krueger and never-before-seen designs by the series' art team of John-Paul Leon and Bill Reinhold! Plus: the entire contents of the Wizard special! € THE FORMAT: This 48-page sneak peek features a cardstock cover with new painted art by Alex Ross. PC, 48pg $3.99 FANTASTIC FOUR: FIREWORKS #2 Gerard Jones/Jeff Johnson/Mark Pennington Continuing Marvel Remix, the adventures that take a fresh look at classic Marvel moments! The Human Torch and Crystal fell in love at first sight, but if the Fantastic Four and the Inhumans have their way, the star-crossed lovers will never see eachother again! Can the two famous families put aside their differences to stop the mad Maximus from sealing Attilan in a deadly dome?! FC (2 of 3) $2.99 MARVEL MAGAZINE #9 You're holding it in your hands: the House of Ideas' official magazine delivering complete coverage of March titles! Featuring the most comprehensive listings for all products coming from Marvel, each 48-page issue of this monthly magazine features exclusive interviews with the industry's top creators, in- depth articles on upcoming high-profile projects, a pull-out poster, a complete checklist and more! Comics, t-shirts, statues - if it's from Mighty Marvel, it's in here! Magazine, 48pg, FC SRP: $1.25 MOON KNIGHT #4 Doug Moench/Mark Texeira The startling conclusion to the most offbeat saga of the year! How can aliens, the Loch Ness Monster, Bigfoot and secret CIA operations possibly all connect with each other? Moon Knight comes face-to-face with the evil force behind it all! But the lives of the people closest to our hero are in jeopardy and the villain holds all the cards! FC (4 of 4) $2.99 WARLOCK #4 Tom Lyle/Tom Lyle/Robert Jones The mind-blowing cosmic conclusion! Without the aid of his allies, it's Warlock vs. Syphonn and his new friends, Annihilus and Blastaar! What's worse, Syphonn now has possession of Adam's soul gem, and his nefarious Conquerer Wheel portal is poised to open up and lay waste to our universe! Finally free of the curse of the Gem, will Warlock have to take it back to save the day? Don't miss this frenetic concluding chapter which sets up a bold new status quo for Warlock in the Marvel Universe! FC (4 of 4) $2.99 Marvel Comics 2 ON SALE DECEMBER 9 SPIDER-GIRL #5 Tom DeFalco/Pat Olliffe/Al Williamson GHOSTS OF THE PAST-Venom returns! Forbidden by her parents to fight crime, May Parker faces a crisis when the Venom Symbiote suddenly reappears - and secures a brand-new host: a gentleman by the name of Peter Parker! Now it's Spider-Girl vs. Spider-Venom! Plus: a major turning point which will affect the future direction of this series - and a complete story told in one issue! FC $1.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 A-NEXT #5 Tom DeFalco/Ron Frenz/Brett Breeding GHOSTS OF THE PAST -Doctor Doom appears in the MC2 Universe for the first time - but is he the same man we remember?! In A-NEXT #3, we briefly mentioned a war between Namor and a certain diabolical dictator that left Latveria in ruins. Now we learn a little more about this terrible tragedy as Stinger, along with American Dream and her Dream Team (Freebooter, Crimson Curse and Bluestreak), journey to Latveria to investigate and battle the recently resurrected Doctor Doom! Meanwhile, Thunderstrike and J2 do some male bonding as only the Earth's Mightiest Heroes can! Plus: quick cameos by John Storm, Ben Grimm and S.H.I.E.L.D. - all in one self-contained issue! Cover by Ron Frenz & Sal Buscema. FC $1.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 30 J2 #5 Tom DeFalco/Ron Lim/Al Milgrom Look out, here comes Wild Thing - the daughter of Wolverine! Desperate to prove herself to her mother and father, the daughter of Wolverine goes after one of her dad's greatest enemies: the invincible Juggernaut ... well, not quite! She actually ends up fighting the not-so-unstoppable J2! But the stakes are different this time because Zane Yama goes berserk when the Wild Thing accidentally injures his mom! So who is Logan's wife? Here's a hint: she's someone he's often been spotted with! And in a comic book first, a super hero studies the destruction caused by a recent battle (as shown in our lead story), as J2 sees the effects his actions have upon average citizens. Plus: cameos by Mainframe, Thunderstrike and Stinger! Will Wild Thing spin off into her own title? Check her out as J2 offers two stories for the price of one! FC $1.99 Spider-Man ON SALE DECEMBER 2 SPIDER-MAN: CHAPTER 1 #4 John Byrne It's double trouble as Dr. Octopus and Dr. Doom make a housecall from Hell with our webspinning wonder! After a stunning defeat at the many hands of Otto Octavius, our reeling wall-crawler finds himself face-to-armored-face with the greatest menace in the whole blamed Marvel Universe: Victor Von Doom! If ever our brand spanking new Spider-Man was outmatched by a couple of baddies - this is it! And if you think Spidey has it tough now, just wait until you see what writer/penciler John Byrne puts him through! FC (4 of 13) $2.50 ON SALE DECEMBER 9 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #2(A) Howard Mackie/John Byrne/Doug Hazlewood Who is the spiderly person that has taken Peter Parker's place?! Find out in this issue! Plus: the introduction of the most outrageous new villain of the year: Shadraq! And wait'll you see what his power is! The new Spidey's webbed hands will be full when this baddie makes the scene. But when it appears that the novice wall-crawler is overwhelmed, will Peter make the momentous decision to get back in the game again?! "Big things are happening with everyone's favorite web-head these days. Any way ya wanna slice it, the buzz is back, the excitement is back, people are talking and Spidey's lookin' primed and ready to kick some butt." (Wizard) Cover by John Byrne. FC $1.99 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #2(B) Variant cover by Billy Tucci. FC $1.99 MARVEL MASTERWORKS: SPIDER-MAN VOL. 1 HARDCOVER EDITION Stan Lee/Steve Ditko Celebrating the Spider-Man relaunch, Marvel proudly presents AMAZING FANTASY #15 and SPIDER-MAN #1-10 in a beautiful, full-color deluxe hardcover edition! This 240-page volume reprints the very first appearance of the wondrous wall-crawler as well as classic adventures starring the Fantastic Four, Doctor Octopus, the Sandman, Dr. Doom, the Chameleon, the Lizard and many more! Exploding from the seemingly limitless imaginations of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, these ground- breaking stories revolutionized comic books and are an integral addition to any reader's library! HC, 7x10, 240pg, FC $34.95 SPIDER-MAN: THE MANGA #26 Ryoichi Ikegami Yu Komori gave Mitsuo Kitano a blood transfusion, thinking it would save his life. But now Mitsuo has all of Spider-Man's powers - and has been driven insane! b&w $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #2(A) Howard Mackie/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna € THE SCOOP: Thor and Spider-Man unite - illustrated by both heroes' primo penciler, John Romita Jr.! € THE STORY: Picking up from the electrifying events in THOR #8, the Thunder God and the wall-crawler battle on against the mischievous though unbelievably powerful dark god called Tocketts! The terrible trickster is wrecking havoc in midtown New York City - and even the combined might of Thor and Spidey is unable to halt the destruction! But what is the imp's real agenda? And can science triumph where brute force and sorcery fail? Just wait until you see the most unexpected ending of the month! € THE CREATORS: The conclusion to the most mind-blowing crossover event of 1998 is delivered in true Asgardian style by two "gods" of the industry, Howard Mackie and John Romita Jr.! FC $1.99 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #2(B) Variant cover edition by Arthur Suydam. FC $1.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 23 WEBSPINNERS: TALES OF SPIDER-MAN #2(A) J.m. DeMatteis/Michael Zulli & John Romita Sr. J.M. DeMatteis and Michael Zulli continue their bizarre take on the early days of Spider-Man! J. Jonah Jameson has made life a living nightmare for the wall- walker, but now it seems ol' J.J.J. is going to get a taste of his own medicine, because he's apparently dead - and in Hell! What is Hades like for Jonah? Well, would you believe - Spider-Satan?! But all the fun isn't in the Underworld. Just check out the trouble Mysterio makes for our harried hero in the sound stages of Silver Star Studios! And wait'll you feast your eyes on - the flying Sphinx! Plus: appearances by much-missed faces like Gwen Stacy! Cover by Michael Zulli. FC $2.50 WEBSPINNERS: TALES OF SPIDER-MAN #2(B) Variant cover edition by Steve Rude. FC $2.50 ON SALE DECEMBER 30 SLINGERS #3 Joseph Harris/Chriscross/Rob Stull Spider-Man gets ever closer to cornering his costumed copycats - which results in a haywire chase high above the streets of New York City! Meanwhile, believing his other recruits to be dead, the mentor of the Slingers reveals everything to Prodigy - including his origin, abilities and his scheme to have them immortalized! FC $1.99 SPIDER-MAN: THE MANGA #27 Ryoichi Ikegami Yu still refuses to put on his Spider-Man costume, but with Mitsuo robbing companies with his powers, can he ignore the monster he's responsible for creating?! b&w $2.99 X-Men ON SALE DECEMBER 2 X-MEN #84 Joe Kelly/Adam Kubert THE HUNT FOR XAVIER: The Conclusion!-What is the terrible decision that Professor X must make to stop Cerebro?! The two teams of X-Men race to Cerebro Prime's base of operations as the sentient computer readies to launch global chaos! But how does the young Manite, Nina (last seen in ONSLAUGHT: EPILOGUE) play into Cerebro's plans? And before they have their final showdown, the Children of the Atom must blast their way through Cerebro's deadly units - and thanks to the Xavier Protocols, they're attuned to destroy each individual X- Man! (Marvel Memo: Don't just read about your favorite heroes - be Gambit, Storm, Colossus and Rogue as the X-Men invade BATTLEBOOKS!) FC $1.99 UNCANNY X-MEN #365 Steve Seagle/Chris Bachalo/Tim Townsend Special heart-warming - and bone-chilling - holiday issue! At long last, Professor X returns home with Rogue, Gambit, Kitty, Storm, Nightcrawler, Marrow, Colossus and Wolverine! But who is the mysterious visitor - and which X-Man will be touched by his or her message? (Marvel Memo: Don't just read about your favorite heroes - be Gambit, Storm, Colossus and Rogue as the X-Men invade BATTLEBOOKS!) FC $1.99 WOLVERINE WINTER SPECIAL Mark Waid, Lovern Kinderski & Marc Andreyko/Claudio Castellini, Doug Wheatly & Max Frezzato Take a lush look at Wolverine in this upscale, black-and-white one-shot! First, Logan and his buds (Captain America, Nick Fury, the Thing and She-Hulk) are having a good ol' poker game - until they run out of suds, that is. Wolverine volunteers to replenish supplies, but thanks to his "luck," a simple beer run soon turns into confrontations with the Hand, a dragon and a certain pesky flying car! Next up is a tale from Logan's days as Patch. And our trio of tales is completed by a World War II adventure starring Wolverine's pals Captain America and Nick Fury - by Mark Waid and Claudio Castellini! Plus: pin-ups by Bart Sears, Richard Bennett, Brandon Peterson and more! Painted cover by Max Frezzato b&w, 48pg $2.99 CABLE #64 Joe Casey/Ladronn/Juan Vlasco A special X-Mas gift to X-Men fans everywhere: the first-ever chronological telling of Cable's origin - and a glimpse of things to come! It's the holiday season, a time of rebirth, but as many others celebrate good tidings, the dark clouds of conflict cast shadows on Cable's future - as Ozymandias arrives to enunciate the Prophecy of the Twelve and the terrible trials the Chosen One will undergo in the next year! And so, before the end times are upon him, Irene Merryweather uncovers previously unknown details about the life and origin of the Askani'son! Big things are coming Cable's way in 1999, and this is the issue that sets the stage! FC $1.99 X-MEN: THE MANGA #21 Yukikaze Amagi As the X-Men battle the Four Horsemen, Rogue confronts Apocalypse - alone! But when the dust from the battle royal settles, will Warren Worthington remain the blue-skinned Archangel of Death?! FC $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 9 GENERATION X #48 Jay Faerber/Terry Dodson/Rachelle Dodson € THE SCOOP: Jubilee vs. M - is the team exploding at the seams?! Find out in this jump-on issue as new ongoing writer Jay Faerber leads the next generation of X-Men into their blowout 50th issue! € THE STORY: Now that they've got their very own Danger Room, the kids of Generation X are due for some serious schooling! But their war games explode into chaos when M, recently freed from her "captivity," gets into a argument with Jubilee - and things get physical! Does Jubilee even stand a chance against the super-strong - and very angry - Monet?! Plus: Husk returns to the Academy just in time for the White Queen to suffer a loss that could affect the entire team! € THE CREATORS: The writer's new to the scene, but the awesome art team of Terry and Rachel Dodson are here to stay! FC $1.99 MUTANT X #5 Howard Mackie/Cary Nord/Andrew Pepoy Although Havok has already seen first-hand the danger that Marvel Woman presents to the Six, it is the Brute who knows just how deadly she's really become! And when he witnesses Madelyne and the Fallen conspiring to commit murder, he's torn between his loyalty to Maddie and his fear of Warren! Will his silence lead to the death of an innocent man and the further corruption of the team?! FC $1.99 WOLVERINE #134 Erik Larsen/Jeff Matsuda/Jon Sibal The all-new, all-wacked-out creative team of Erik Larsen (The Savage Dragon) and Jeff Matsuda (X-FACTOR) throws Wolverine into a battle royal with the heroes of New York City! Logan's been possessed by an alien fugitive - and she's determined to test just how good he is at what he does! The biggest problem with that? He's going to have to go through most of the Big Apple's heroes - and punches are not going to be pulled! On the fight card: the Human Torch, Warbird, Elektra, Moon Knight, Justice, Black Cat, Falcon, Firebird, U.S. Agent, Black Widow and the Vision! And best of all, the action continues in just two short weeks! FC $1.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 16 GENERATION X HOLIDAY SPECIAL Joseph Harris/Adam Pollina € THE SCOOP: It's a Gen X X-Mas! € THE STORY: Sleigh bells turn into slay bells when the kids of Generation X interrupt Nanny and the Orphan-Maker's plans to abduct a mutant boy from his home! But things get even more complicated when a certain jolly old fat man in a red suit arrives on the scene! Is he truly who he claims to be? And if not, whose side is he really on? Jubilee and the crew had better make up their minds - and fast - before their holiday celebration turns deadly! € THE CREATORS: Written by X-MEN: LIBERATORS' Joseph Harris with art by Adam Pollina (X-FORCE). € THE FORMAT: 48-page one-shot. FC, 48pg $3.50 MARVEL COLLECTIBLE CLASSICS: X-MEN #1 (VOL. 2) Rogue, Storm, Cyclops, Beast, Archangel, Iceman, Psylocke, Wolverine, Colossus, Gambit and Jean Grey square off against Magneto - with gorgeous art by Jim Lee! This volume reprints X-MEN #1 (Vol. 2) with an all-new wraparound chromium cover by Humberto Ramos and Jimmy Palmiotti! (Limited quantities available) Wraparound chromium cover by Humberto Ramos & Jimmy Palmiotti FC PI MARVEL COLLECTIBLE CLASSICS: X-MEN #1 (VOL. 2) Signed by Jimmy Palmiotti. (Limited quantities available) (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $29.99 TEAM X 2000 Sean Ruffner/Kevin Lau/Cabin Boy € THE SCOOP: X-Men meets Star Wars as Bishop returns to fight for a galaxy's freedom! € THE STORY: The time-tossed warrior known as Bishop and the interstellar assassin named Deathbird trek through space - only to find themselves transported to an Earth gone horribly wrong! The rulers of this strange land? The Shi'Ar - and their leader is a young Empress who bears a mysterious resemblance to Professor Charles Xavier! Now Bishop must lead a squad of surviving X-Men turned Morlocks against the oppressive Avians if he has any hope of making it back home alive! € THE CREATORS: This sci-fi shoot-'em-up is brought to you by the team of Sean Ruffner (Phantom Guard), Kevin Lau (X-FORCE) and Cabin Boy (GENERATION X). € THE FORMAT: This giant-size one-shot features 48-pages with no ads. FC $3.50 WOLVERINE: NOT DEAD YET TRADE PAPERBACK Warren Ellis/Lienel Francis Yu/Edgar Tadeo Collecting the action-packed thriller by the killer creative team of Warren Ellis and Lienel Yu! The hard-drinking, Scottish assassin known as McLeish has returned - even though Wolverine killed him years ago! If the X-Man killed him and he didn't stay dead, what's going to stop him now?! This 96-page volume collects WOLVERINE #119-122. New cover by Lienel Francis Yu & Edgar Tadeo SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $14.95 X-MAN #48 Mark Bernardo/Luke Ross/Bud Larosa Nate comes face-to-face with the cost of his former celebrity status when a suicidally-depressed girl asks him to cure her mental disorder - but Nate doesn't have that power anymore! And the bigger trouble arrives when Nate is attacked by the Crusader, who considers Nate's days as a "faith healer" an affront against all that is holy! With his own powers reduced, how can Nate stand against a foe who once nearly killed the mighty Thor?! FC $1.99 X-MEN #85 Joe Kelly/Alan Davis/Mark Farmer € THE SCOOP: Magneto is here - and so is Alan Davis! € THE STORY: As "The Hunt For Xavier" concludes, a new saga begins here! Ever since UNCANNY X-MEN #350, you've wondered, speculated and argued - and now, the man known as Magneto makes his triumphant return! Where has he been? What does he want with Joseph? And what is his harrowing vision of the planet's future? € THE CREATORS: Hot off the heels of JLA: The Nail, legendary artist Alan Davis jumps onboard for a nail-biting six-issue run! € MARVEL MEMO: Don't just read about your favorite heroes - be Gambit, Storm, Colossus and Rogue as the X-Men invade BATTLEBOOKS! FC $1.99 X-MEN #85 Signed by Alan Davis & Mark Farmer. (Limited quantities available) (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $29.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 23 GAMBIT #1 Fabian Nicieza/Steve Skroce € THE SCOOP: At long last - after overwhelming demand - the most mysterious X- Man of them all stars in his very own monthly mag! € THE STORY: He's back with the X-Men, but all is not right with Remy LeBeau. Gambit managed to survive the harsh environment of the Antarctic, but how? What is the price of his salvation - and how might it keep him forever separated from Rogue? Can he ever be truly accepted by his teammates again? In this giant-sized debut issue, witness Gambit's origin, including never-before-revealed facts! Plus: new mysteries! New characters! And a slam-bang showdown between Gambit and the X-Cutioner! € THE CREATORS: Fabian Nicieza and Steve Skroce are back! € THE FORMAT: This 48-page issue hits the stands with five - count them, five - variant covers. Each cover will be distributed evenly. € MARVEL MEMO: Don't just read about Gambit - be Gambit with BATTLEBOOKS! GAMBIT, ROGUE, STORM and COLOSSUS debut this month! FC $2.99 GAMBIT #1 S&N Signed by Fabian Nicieza & Steve Skroce. FC SRP: $24.95 GAMBIT #1: MARVEL AUTHENTIX HAND DRAWN SKETCH EDITION To commemorate the launch of GAMBIT #1, Steve Skroce will create original sketches on 700 covers of the MARVEL AUTHENTIX HAND DRAWN SKETCH COVER EDITION of GAMBIT #1! In addition to being hand numbered, these original pieces of art will be personally autographed by Steve Skroce. Each book will be bagged and boarded, and will come with a certificate of authenticity. But because quantities are severely limited, Marvel will be using a lottery allocation program to distribute this book. The first 700 retail orders randomly selected will be awarded the "hand drawn sketch" covers no later than 1/27/99. Because quantities are limited, customers cannot preorder this item with their retailer. FC PI GIANT-SIZED GAMBIT Various Get primed for GAMBIT #1 with this 96-page collection of the adventures integral to the story of the ragin' Cajun - including his savage throwdown with Sabretooth and the beginning of his red-hot affair with Rogue! FC, 96pg $3.99 WOLVERINE #135 Erik Larsen/Jeff Matsuda/Jon Sibal Continuing Logan's mind-blowing romp through the outer reaches of the Marvel Universe! Convinced to travel to a prison planet in deep space, Wolverine joins the Starjammers and the alien woman known as Aria in a desperate attempt to liberate the thousands of beings held captive on the hellish surface! But they didn't count on Urok, Torgo and the Space Parasite! FC $1.99 X-MEN: THE MANGA #22 Yukikaze Amagi In 2055, the mutant-killing Sentinels hunt older versions of Wolverine and Forge - and the man known only as Bishop! Ripped back through time, can Bishop save the future by changing the past?! b&w $2.99 X-MEN UNIVERSE: PAST, PRESENT AND... FUTURE?! Will Wolverine finally get his adamantium back? Who are "The Twelve"? What will be the final outcome of the Legacy Virus? What horrific plan will Apocalypse unfold at the end of the millennium - and how can the X-Men stop it? The "X" franchise is constantly on the move forward, and we're on the eve of a whole new year of X-citement! Now, in one all-encompassing, 32-page X-travaganza, relive the X-ploits of the past year, dive into crucial background history and take a look toward the future with an advance sneak preview of upcoming storylines and new character designs. Featuring all-new art by Adam Kubert, Leinil Yu, Jimmy Cheung, Ladronn, Terry Dodson and Brandon Peterson! FC, 32pg $2.99 ON SALE DECEMBER 30 GAMBIT #1: MARVEL AUTHENTIX PRINTED SKETCH COVER EDITION Marvel is also offering a version of MARVEL AUTHENTIX: GAMBIT #1 with a printed sketch by Steve Skroce! This version will contain the same interiors as the "hand drawn sketch cover" as well as an area on the cover for you to go out and get Steve Skroce to draw a sketch or autograph on! Only 7,500 copies of this version will be produced and every edition will be bagged, boarded and numbered, and will come with a certificate of authenticity. Because there are limited quantities, orders will be allocated. FC PI X-FORCE #87 John Francis Moore/Jim Cheung/Mark Morales The all-new Hellions vs. X-Force! Familiar faces return to cause some serious damage as not all the members of the team escape this battle unscathed! FC $1.99 X-MEN: LIBERATORS #4 Joeseph Harris/Phil Jimenez/Keith Aiken The cataclysmic conclusion! A weakened Wolverine, a fugitive Colossus, and a desperate Nightcrawler make a last ditch effort to free the captive mutant children from the Soviet "detainment center," Province 13. But Omega Red stands in their way - giving the corrupt General Sergei time enough to carry out his malicious master plan! FC (4 of 4) $2.99 Battlebooks ON SALE DECEMBER 2 It's not a comic, it's not a game, it's both! From comic fan favorite Billy Tucci, famed game designer Al Leonardi and the House of Ideas, Marvel Entertainment, comes the next wave in comic book gaming: BATTLEBOOKS! Fast paced, page flipping, fist flying action in the Mighty Marvel Style, each BATTLEBOOK is a 24 page slugfest that puts you, the reader, in command! You are the hero! Maneuver card and quick-start rules of play are inside each magazine! Just grab a book, grab a friend, and you'll be playing in five minutes! Fully supported with a game play hotline, players league, website, ongoing BATTLEBOOK release schedule and more! BATTLEBOOKS - unleash the hero within! This month COLOSSUS, ROGUE, STORM and GAMBIT charge into the fight as the first wave of X-Men BATTLEBOOKS! BATTLEBOOKS: COLOSSUS Cover by Billy Tucci He's returned to the X-Men; now the armored warrior steps into the ultimate arena! BATTLEBOOKS: COLOSSUS features 24 pages of full-color action shots by Nelson. FC, 24pg $3.99 BATTLEBOOKS: GAMBIT Cover by Billy Tucci Released in conjunction with GAMBIT #1, the ragin' Cajun leaps into the fray! BATTLEBOOKS: GAMBIT features 24 pages of full-color action shots by Claude St. Aubin and Phylis Novin. FC, 24pg $3.99 BATTLEBOOKS: ROGUE Cover by Billy Tucci Marvel's most popular female hero flies into the fight! BATTLEBOOKS: ROGUE features 24 pages of full-color action shots by Roberto Flores and Phylis Novin. FC, 24pg $3.99 BATTLEBOOKS: STORM Cover by Billy Tucci The X-Men's weather witch brings down the thunder! BATTLEBOOKS: STORM features 24 pages of full-color action shots by Roberto Flores and Phylis Novin. FC, 24pg $3.99 WIZARD PRESS WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #89 EXCLUSIVES: The Hulk #1/2 comic book offer from Marvel Comics!! This incredible #1/2 comic is written by Terry Kavanaugh and illustrated by Paul Lee! This all-new Hulk tale will not be available anywhere else. FREE THUNDERBOLTS #0 Marvel comic book by the regular series team of writer Kurt Busiek and artist Mark Bagley! This special #0 issue takes place between Thunderbolts #22 and #23! FREE Holiday Season gift tags featuring your favorite comic characters! WOW, the Year-Ender, it's the greatest issue of Wizard this year! Alex Ross paints the first legendary meeting of Superman and Spider-Man high above New York City on the cover to our super-sized year-end issue-Wizard: The Comics Magazine #89. In this issue, Ross welcomes us into his studio and lets us photograph him working on his most ambitious painting to date, the 562 character, 5 by 2 foot cover to the Crisis On Infinite Earths deluxe collected edition for DC Comics. With the announced acquisition of Jim Lee's WildStorm Productions by DC, our alternate cover reflects the biggest news of the year as Lee draws the one-and-only Batman. Get the latest inside dirt and info on the repercussions of this mega-story along with what it means for DC, WildStorm, Homage, Cliffhanger and the rest of Image Comics. Then take a look into Batman: "No Man's Land", the year-long bat-story that will carry on through all of 1999. Meet Avi Arad, the president of Toy Biz who after endless legal battles has finally taken control Marvel Entertainment, in an exclusive Q&A. We'll ask the questions you want know and find out whats next for Marvel as it rises from financial uncertainty with toward a brighter future. Spend a day with Stan Lee, visit the Joe Kubert School and compare/profile the two hottest artists in comics, Joe Madureira (Battle Chasers/Uncanny X-Men) and Michael Turner (Fathom/Witchblade). Wizard: The Comics Magazine #89 the year-ender, if you miss it, you'll die. Reserve your copy now!! CONTESTS: WIN 2 different pages of original Randy Queen Darkchylde art plus, signed comics, T-shirts and more! WIN video games, snowboards, statues, clothes, comics and more in the annual Wizard Scavenger Hunt! Win original Witchblade/Tomb Raider art by Michael Turner along with Tomb Raider III video games and posters! Free Premiums for Retailers: Receive a copy of the Hulk #1/2, for every 25 copies of Wizard #89 ordered. (Caution: This incentive is not subject to a 90- day cancellations/returns policy.) Magazine (Superman/Spider-Man by Alex Ross cover) $4.99 Magazine (Batman by Jim Lee cover) $4.99 TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #18 EXCLUSIVE limited edition Stone Cold Steve Austin action figure offer from Jakks Pacific! It's wrestle-mania time at ToyFare! We proudly present the all-new WCW action figures Sting, Lex Luger, Randy Savage and others ready to brawl on the cover to ToyFare: The Toy Magazine #18. Take an expanded "Sneak Peek" at the newest WCW and NWO figures from Toy Biz. As the wrestling phenomenon takes over the toy and action figure world, we preview all of these new figures with exclusive photos. As 1998 draws to a close, we name our picks for the best action figures and toys of 1998, including best figure, best sculpt, best articulation, best feature and a whole lot more. Will the Mego Dr.Doom again try to steal Christmas? Get ready to find out in the special holiday episode of "Twisted Mego Theatre." Plus, Our monthly "Toy Story" feature takes a look back at Kenner's cool but short-lived M.A.S.K. toyline. With the latest toy news and photos, our hilarious "Big Shots" along with our updated full-color action figure price guide, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine. EXCLUSIVES & CONTESTS: EXCLUSIVE limited edition Stone Cold Steve Austin action figure offer! Step into the ring with our first-ever ToyFare/WWF exclusive figure from Jakks Pacific! EXCLUSIVE Fone Bone and Ted the bug action figure offer from Resaurus Toys. WIN one-of-a-kind sculptures from the desk of Clayburn Moore! Free Premiums for Retailers: Receive one EXCLUSIVE limited edition Stone Cold Steve Austin action figure for every 25 copies of ToyFare #18 ordered. (Caution: This incentive is not subject to a 90-day cancellations/returns policy.) Magazine $3.99 INQUEST: THE GAMING MAGAZINE #45 InQuest: The Gaming Magazine #45 is the gamers year-end celebration! Look back on 1998 with us as we review the year in gaming and pick our favorite releases- the best game of the year, best supplement, best designer, best artist, best hero, best villain, best storyline, best company and much more. Plus, we'll offer our Top 10 Predictions for 1999! Then, get ready for another feature that only InQuest could pull-off-Mirror Magic Cards! We'll take a look at the flip side of Magic: The Gathering as we present the Benevolent Juzam Djinn card, the Order Orb instead of the Chaos Orb and various other contrary creations. Visit the Wizards of the Coast Game Center in Seattle as we take a wacky photo tour of what might be the greatest gaming playground in the world. From the giant Shivan Dragon statue to the BattleTech virtual reality mech pods, to Dalmuti's game themed restaurant, you won't want to miss this! You want more, you got it. InQuest #45 will also have a Legend of the Five Rings strategy feature, a roleplayers guide to building a city and this year's ballot for the 1998 InQuest Fan Awards! Get the truth you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest roleplaying adventure modules, CCG strategy guides and resources to put you at the top of your game. Plus, monthly price guides that include every Magic card ever made! Play your best with InQuest! EXCLUSIVES & CONTESTS: FREE Star Trek: Insurrection roleplaying mini-game from Last Unicorn Games! Get this just in time for the new Trek motion picture! FREE Doomtown Joker card! This card will ONLY appear in this issue of InQuest! FREE Rage 6 Preview CCG card from Five Rings. Get it before anyone else!! WIN a massive cornucopia of prizes from all over the gaming world including White Wolf, Wizards of the Coast, FASA, Decipher and Five Rings! Magazine (Note Price) $4.99 WIZARD POSTERMANIA '99 50 posters featuring your favorite comic book characters by today's hottest artists! We put together the ultimate poster collection, featuring your favorite comic characters, like the new Battle Chasers by Joe Madureira, X-Men by Bart Sears, Witchblade/Tomb Raider preview art by Michael Turner, Thor by John Romita Jr., Spider-Man by Mike Wieringo, the Darkness by Joe Benitez, Daredevil by Joe Quesada, Black Panther by Mark Texeira, Darkchylde by Randy Queen, Hulk with Wolverine by Leinil Yu, Danger Girl by Jeff Scott Campbell and the amazing Astro City gatefold cover to Wizard #83 by Alex Ross. In addition, PosterMania '99 will feature Joseph Linsner's dazzling images of Dawn, Vampirella and others from the fan-favorite "Spicy Girls" feature also from Wizard #83. These superstars are joined by other artistic giants like Jim Lee, Chris Bachalo, Andy Kubert, Steven Hughes, Billy Tucci, Sean Chen and many more! Some of these posters have appeared as Wizard: The Comics Magazine covers, some were commissioned as Wizard covers but never saw print, and still others are exclusive preview posters of the hottest new comic book properties that will be coming in 1999! Last year's PosterMania '98 was a tremendous sell-out surprise. Don't miss this Wizard Special-your walls will thank you! Magazine $3.99 COMICS SECTION ********************** Look for items related to Comics listed under Comic Magazines in the Magazines section of Previews. ********** A FINE LINE THE DESERT PEACH #28 by Donna Barr The Long-Awaited Reunion: After 12 years of the Third Reich, and six years of war, the Peach just wants to find his beloved Rosen and go home. Hans, the rubble-wise war-orphan, is a reluctant companion in his search. Neither of them is prepared for what they will see when they finally find the missing man. Hans just wants to hit him. Like all Desert Peach stories, it is both poignant and hilarious. b&w, 64pg (Note Price) $6.00 A-LIST COMICS SCREAM COMICS #2 Featuring never-before-reprinted horror comic stories from the 1940s and 1950s. Wonderfully crafted stories of horror, muck, and dread. The collector will experience fear, and an alarm might just go off in the back of his head as his hair stands on end. A must-read for horror fans, and fans of Golden Age comics and art. Published bi-annually. b&w, 32pg $2.95 PLANET COMICS #6 Featuring Planet Comics stories from the 1940s and 1950s-all never before reprinted! This issue: re-presenting vintage comic work from the Golden Age of comics; stories originally published in the 1940s by Fiction House Comics featuring beautiful women with voluptuous figures, handsome muscular men and exciting adventures. Bimonthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ART OF PULP FICTION #2 Total art issue! 32 pages of vintage line art from the classic pulp era. Racy drawing that illustrated the risque' features of the day. Very entertaining, a must-have item for fans of illustration and pulps. Published bi-annually. b&w, 32pg $2.95 GEORGE B. BRIDGMAN CONSTRUCTIVE ANATOMY #6 Countless artists and students have used Bridgman's learning techniques for a solid foundation and understanding of human anatomy. This anatomical reference guide for students and artists shows important parts of the human body and interrelation of all sorts-movement, twisting, turning. b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 A. SILENT COMICS ARSENIC LULLABY by Douglas Paskiewicz A book full of very bizarre short cartoon stories. A centuries-old demon falls into the hands of a cereal company; a U.S. census-taker must kill a baby and make it look like an accident; a snowman battles nature-and two children-to stay alive; and a woman turns her husband's soul into liquid to win the Nobel prize. Many ugly things occur... b&w, 32pg $2.50 AARDVARK-VANAHEIM CEREBUS #237 by Dave Sim & Gerhard GOING HOME: Part 6 (of 34)-Cerebus is still "Going Home," but he has some explaining to do about the eviscerated corpse of the Cirinists found in the laneway out in front of the Shepherd & Dog tavern. The countdown to issue 300 (March 2004) continues: T-minus 63 and counting. b&w, 24pg $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH CEREBUS VOL. 2: HIGH SOCIETY TP In this edition, reprinting Cerebus #26-50, Cerebus is swept up into the world of high power politics in Iest and runs for Prime Minister. (STAR0071) SC, 7x10, 500pg, b&w $25.00 ********************* ABACULUS PSYENCE FICTION #1 by Abnett & Hoskin, Richardson, & Morris Welcome to the true nature of the Apocalypse! In London, an innocent-looking packing crate contains the skeleton of an Angel. Everywhere and nowhere, a Demonic train steals the souls of the living while covens of witches and lycanthia stalk the streets. The Agents of Psyence want to save reality. With principles of mysticism and physics, Chaos Theory is given a new dimension in "Psyence." It may just be your only hope... Featuring storylines by Resurrection Man writer Dan Abnett. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $2.95 ABC STUDIOS DOUBLE IMPACT CHRISTMAS SPECIAL by Ricky Carralero Ricky Carralero is back! By popular demand, the creator and original artist of the popular "bad girl" series returns for this all-new Christmas Special- featuring all-new art, intense detail, and a whole new China and Jazz! This special acts as a prelude to the upcoming ongoing Double Impact series set for 1999! Available in three different cover versions: Regular (by Carralero), Gold Foil (by Jason Pearson) and Nude (by Armando Huerta). NOTE: The Nude Cover edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w, 24pg $3.00 GOLD FOIL-b&w, 24pg (CAUT: 3) $10.00 NUDE-b&w, 24pg (CAUT: 3) $8.00 DOUBLE IMPACT COLLECTION #1 by Armando Huerta This special edition features the popular "Raising Hell" issue that made Armando Huerta an international superstar. As a bonus, it also features eight pages of Raw Media and never-before-published pages. This special collected edition features four different cover versions: Regular (by Huerta), Christmas (by Ricky Carralero), Nude (by Armando Huerta), and Nude Gold Foil (also by Huerta). NOTE: The Nude Cover editions are not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w, 32pg $3.00 XMAS-b&w, 32pg $8.00 NUDE-b&w, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $8.00 NUDE GOLD FOIL-b&w, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $10.00 THE EROTIC ART OF ARMANDO HUERTA #1 You demanded it-and now here's your chance to get your hands on this collection of Armando Huerta's hottest covers-in full-color! This edition features three cover versions: Regular, Nude Christmas, and Nude Gold Foil. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Nude cover variants are not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-FC, 32pg $3.00 NUDE XMAS-FC, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $8.00 NUDE GOLD FOIL-FC, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $10.00 FULL IMPACT SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EDITION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. This edition features three cover versions: Regular (by Armando Huerta), Tina Marie and Star Nude Photo Covers. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Nude cover variants are not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL REGULAR $3.00 TINA MARIE NUDE PHOTO $8.00 STAR NUDE PHOTO $8.00 ABOUT COMICS THE FACTOR #2 by Nat Gertler & Various A full half-dozen short stories taking place in the shadow of the superhero known only as The Factor, ranging from newlyweds havin a fun romp in Central Park (illustrated by mini-comics king, Matt Feazell) to the transformative power that wearing the Factor costume has on a young woman (illustrated by Carla Speed McNeil). b&w, 32pg $2.95 ABSTRACT STUDIO STRANGERS IN PARADISE VOL. 3 #20 by Terry Moore Everybody attends Katchoo's first "official" art exhibit at Foster Wolfe's Art Institute, and we mean everybody! It's a night of schmoozing, boozing and bruising as Francine and Katchoo take on the local art scene, critics, boyfriends and, yes, even an old girlfriend or two! Contemporary art will never be the same after this "Night At The Opera!" b&w, 24pg $2.75 AC COMICS GOLDEN-AGE MEN OF MYSTERY COLLECTION #3 A veritable treasure trove of costumed adventurers from the past! This collection of three 48-page books includes original comic book stories featuring Skyman and Undercover Girl (by Ogden Whitney), Black Terror and Pyroman, two Mr. Scarlet stories (by Bob Fujitani), Phantom Lady, The Owl, Rocketman, Captain Flash, Bulletman (by Bill Ward), The Heap, Fox Features' The Eagle, Midnight, PLUS an 11-page, profusely illustrated historic text piece on MLJ's The Hangman. Covers by Alex Schomburg, Al Plastino and Bill Black. Includes Golden Age Men of Mystery #7-9 bagged as a set. Set $19.95 GOLDEN-AGE WESTERN ROUND-UP PACK The western is one of the most highly successful, yet little documented genre among comics historians. Once flooding the newsstands, the cowboy hero comic is virtually non-existent today and little factual information on its heyday was available until publication of these two important volumes in AC's Golden Age Great series. GAG Vol.7: BEST OF THE WEST, provides reprints and historical background on Magazine Enterprises, the 1950s publisher who produced the highest quality western comics by such greats as Frank Frazetta, Dick Ayers, and Bob Powell. GAG Vol. 11: Roy Rogers and the Silver Screen Cowboys is a comprehensive look at every Western hero who ever had a comic book series (including Roy Rogers), and features great artwork by Buscema, Toth, Manning, Williamson, Frazetta, Ditko and many more. This package also contains 2 full-color Frank Frazetta prints (orginally created as color plates for GAG Vol. 7) suitable for framing! Set $22.00 ACG ACG CHRISTMAS HORROR SPECIAL #1 by Various Be afraid... be very afraid when the toys take over! Dolls, action figures and even Teddy bears come alive in three classic tales of horror! These stories include a rare early story by Mike (The Punisher) Zeck! Cover by Dan Day. b&w, 32pg $2.95 DICK TRACY, CRIME BUSTER #2 by Max Allan Collins & Dick Loch Second smash issue featuring hard-hitting tales starring America's #1 Crime Fighter and Detective, Dick Tracy! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MIKE MAUSER FILES #2 by Joe Staton Two top Mauser stories by his creator, Joe Staton, with a third by Rick Burket. Cover by Joe Staton. b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $2.95 NEW ADVENTURES OF TERRY & THE PIRATES #2 by Michael Ursland & The Bros. Hildebrandt More adventure from the controversial Terry & The Pirates! The Dragon Lady saga continues in this updated version of one of America's most famous comic strips. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ROCK & ROLL ROMANCE #2 by Various The Ricky Nelson issue! A rare reprint of a 1950s issue of Young Lover, one of the few comics of its era to display rock stars on their covers. Interior art by Dick Giordano and others. b&w, 32pg $2.95 THANE OF BAGGARTH #1 Sword and sorcery reign supreme in the age of Beowulf by Steve Skeates and Jim Aparo. Steel rules and Thane must take up arms to protect the realm. Cover by Geoff Isherwood. Bi-monthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ACTIVE SYNAPSE CLAN APIS #2 by Jay Hosler, Ph.D. A Xeric Grant Award-winner! Nyuki the worker bee is faced with a monumental decision in "Swarm." The old queen is leaving with half of the hive. Nyuki's mentor Dvorah is joining the swarm, and she wants Nyuki to come, too. Will Nyuki follow the swarm with Dvorah, or will she stay and become a member of the new queen's hive? This issue features a jam cover illustration, featuring bees drawn by Paul Chadwick, Stan Sakai, Tara Tallan, Mark Crilley, Marc Hempel, and a gaggle of little kids! b&w, 28pg (2 of 5) $2.95 ADEPT BOOKS SWEET #1 by Leland Myrick A new ongoing series of quirky, self-contained stories. Part adventure, part silly love story. In this issue, a college boy gets a taste of love at first sight. Unfortunately, the girl he falls for is a vampire who won't even talk to him. Whimsical weirdness to make you wonder why love is such a wacky thing. Bi- monthly. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 ADHESIVE COMICS TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN STATUE This remarkable statue has gotten rave reviews at all the comic book conventions where it has previewed. The sculpture is a large size 10" x 7" which will sit with refined nobility on any desk, shelf or pedestal. Each one is hand-painted here in the United States. We guarantee that we do not use foriegn political prisoners-and it shows. The work is beautiful. Sculptor Brian Clause has captured that brief moment of pleasure as you drink that first cup and move from a morning's sleepy haze into a temporary appreciation of life. (CAUT: 4) Statue SRP: $255 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN 5-PACK It's the first 5 issues carefully, lovingly encased in a polybag along with a limited edition signed card! Read an entire story arc in one sitting! Too Much Coffee Man fights, falls in love, reveals his origin (sort of), dies and comes back 7 times. Wheeler, the cartoonist, and Joel, a fan, weave and wind their little stories. The comic almost begins to make sense when read in one sitting! (And it'll be about a year before these comics are collected in a graphic novel.) Bonus: this set comes with a cool postcard of the ultra-rare Too Much Coffee Man #6 cover, each lovingly signed by Shannon Wheeler. 5-Pack, b&w $14.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN CANVAS TOTE BAG Shop your head off with the large and tough Too Much Coffee Man canvas shopping bag. Extra-large size (15" x 5" x 5") to buy too much Too Much Coffee Man stuff. Two handles for easy carrying and a bottom that will keep your stuff from falling to the ground. You can bag it and you can tote it. It's a tote bag. Oh, and it has Too Much Coffee Man leaping and exclaiming "If one cup of coffee makes me feel good... then two cups will make me feel better". Very 90s. Tote-bag $14.95 ALAMAT COMICS GROUPS INDIGO VALLEY #3 by Ricky RITE OF PASSAGE: Part 2-Monty & Jerry crash land into their planet's ringed moon and come face-to-face with the Moon People-who are in the midst of an intergalactic war! b&w, 32pg $2.95 ALTERNATIVE COMICS THE HORRIBLE TRUTH ABOUT COMICS by James Kochalka Magic Boy can't stop thinking about comics. All night long, feverish and rhythmic nightmares about comics theory keep him tossing and turning... until the horrible truth is revealed! He really has to pee bad! Learn the secrets that will make comics the most important medium of the next millennium. It's the most important comic about comics since Understanding Comics, plus it's lots of fun! Guess who provides the super secret special guest introduction?! b&w, 32pg $2.95 AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS Slave Labor Graphics OFFERED AGAIN O/A DEFINITION GRAPHIC NOVEL by Ariel Schrag 10th grade: anxiety in excess and frustration to the fullest. Definition being the tale of one girl's plow through this tumultuous year featuring all fervent obsessions from glitter-laden girls to ionic charges, and the constant pursuit of the number one score. SC, 8x11, 88pg, b&w $12.95 ************************ DIM-WITTED DARRYL #3 by Michael Bresnahan The world's dumbest mammal returns! In this third installment Darryl discovers the opposite sex, blinds his classmate, and samples the fine cuisine of dog feces. Hip-Hip-Hooray!! More fun than sausage links down your pants! b&w, 24pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HECTIC PLANET BOOK ONE: DIM FUTURE TP by Evan Dorkin Think Star Wars meets It's A Mad, Mad, Mad, World with a ska-punk soundtrack and a cheap beer buzz, and you'd be close to describing Dorkin's mix of space opera, soap opera, and violent slapstick. Besides collecting the first four out-of- print Eternity issues of Pirate Corp$!, Dim Future also includes rarely seen promotional art and pin-ups from the early days of the book. Go man go! SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $12.95 O/A HECTIC PLANET BOOK TWO: CHECKERED PAST TP by Evan Dorkin Checkered Past continues the early Pirate Corp$! continuity, collecting the out of print Pirate Corp$! Special and issues #1-4 of the Slave Labor second series with brand new pin ups, rare promotional art, and a large selection of PC$! and Milk and Cheese-related ska album covers and show flyers done by Dorkin around the time these stories first appeared ('89-'92). You get 144 pages of gunshots and slapshots, sleazy dives and stage dives, junk food and junk culture-pretty much everything but the kitchen sink, because some drunk alien threw up in it. SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 ************************** LENORE #4 by Roman Dirge Lenore goes to the pet store-ghastly hilarity ensues. Need we say more?! b&W, 24pg $2.95 SQUEE! HARDCOVER by Jhonen Vasquez This is the hotly anticipated hardcover version of this summer's smokin' Squee collection. Just like last year's JTHM hardcover, this book sports a stylin' faux-leather cover with foil stamping. Everyone who has the JTHM hardcover needs this one so it won't be lonely! HC, 7x10, b&w $29.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SQUEE! TRADE PAPERBACK by Jhonen Vasquez Pepito, the Son of Satan, commands you to buy this Squee collection! All four issues of Squee! All the "Meanwhile" stories from Squee! and Johnny The Homicidal Maniac! Other spooky bonus stuff! Buy this book or your JTHM: Director's Cut will feel lonely and fall apart. (STAR8102) SC, 7x10, b&w $15.95 ************************** SUGAR BUZZ #5 by Ian Carney & Woodrow Phoenix In this issue we take you inside an old lady who swallowed a fly, where deranged animals hunger for each other in an epic adventure entitled Horse Eat Dog!! Plus: the return of Dinosaurs Vs. Ninjas and a Twinkie-style ad for Pie Pie featuring Pants Ant! Guaranteed funnier than a bearded relative with a nasty dose of dog moss!! b&w, 24pg $2.95 Amaze Ink OFFERED AGAIN O/A REPLACEMENT GOD TRADE PAPERBACK by Zander Cannon This big trade paperback collects the eight Amaze Ink issues of The Replacement God. Series creator Zander Cannon garnered a Harvey Award nomination for his work on this series. Many of these issues are out of print and no new printings of individual issues are planned, so this is your best bet to jump in and see what all the talk is about! SC, 7x10, 216, b&w $19.95 O/A SKELETON KEY VOL. 2: THE CELESTIAL CALENDAR TP by Andi Watson This volume collects #7-18 of Andi Watson's Skeleton Key. These issues feature the entire "Celestial Calendar" storyline. SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $19.95 *********************** STAR OF THE MONTH SKELETON KEY VOL. 1: BEYOND THE THRESHOLD TP by Andi Watson This collection contains #1 - #6 of Andi Watson's Skeleton Key. These issues feature the entire "La Ultima Movida" storyline that sets up the whole series. (STAR1829) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.95 *********************** AMERICAN MULE ENTERTAINMENT TRUE ADVENTURES OF ADAM AND BRYON #6 by Wallenta, Turner, & Woolf Now in Full Computer Color! "Evil Incarnate, Faith, and A Hodge Podge of High- Flown Heroics"-A young girl is abducted in Adam and Bryon's neighborhood, and they take it upon themselves to find her. Bill Mantic, the ex-vigilante known as "The Spoon," sobers up to train them for this significant turning point in their lives. Watch as they are forged into an unstoppable force for good. But can they save the little girl before they are evicted from their apartment? Bonus flip cover by fantasy artist Scott Rorie. FC, 24pg $2.50 ANTARCTIC COMICS HIGH STAKES ADVENTURE #1-REGULAR EDITION by Denton, Hathaway, & Miki Steeped in high action and lovingly presented in the slam-bang pulp vein, High Stakes Adventure takes you into the far-flung future of our cosmos with the Giant Fighters, as they attempt to stave off the evil efforts of the War Priests. Also: deep beneath the Earth's crust, trapped in a tangle of cavernous underwater tunnels, the S.E.A.Force is faced with the mysterious disappearance of one of their own! Plus: when a western gunfighter known as the Shotgun Kid disturbs the balance of the underworld, he's bestowed with the power of immortality and assumes the mantle of a supernatural warrior-combating the denizens of Hell as they try to poison the modern world! All this, and much more in the first issue of High Stakes Adventure, from the same folks who worked on some of your favorite comic titles, including Spawn, Supreme, Justice League America, Deadpool, and more! Colored by the inestimable Kristen Fitzner and Liquid! Studios. FC, 32pg $2.95 HIGH STAKES ADVENTURE #1-DELUXE EDITION The same story as the regular edition, but with a different cover, plus a full- color fold-out 13" x 21" poster, featuring artwork from the comic book! Thrills, action, and danger await you in the first issue of High Stakes Adventure-don't miss out! FC, 32pg $5.95 STARGODS VISIONS by Dean Zachary, Scott Clark, & David Beaty An exclusive collection of dazzling images from the Stargods universe! Conquest Studios' techno-mythology takes place in a universe of feuding extraterrestrial deities created by an innovative blend of 3-D models and inspired computer paintings. Previously only available in the comic book series, now you can collect unprecedented images without word balloons or panel borders! Stargods Visions contains character close-ups in stunning detail (including Ra, Athena, Thor, Mars, Set, and others!), plus incredible views of the 3-D modeled interiors and starship exteriors. This deluxe gallery of fascinating visuals is a must-have for fans, collectors, and anybody interested in computer-generated artwork! FC, 32pg $2.95 STARGODS #1-CURRENT PRINTING by Dean Zachary, Scott Clark, & David Beaty An encore presentation-back by popular demand! Stargods #1 is available again, with an all-new cover! Conquest Studios' multi-media phenomenon immediately sold out when it premiered in July. Now is your second chance to own the groundbreaking comic book that launched the 'techno-mythology' of the Stargods! FC, 32pg $2.95 ROBOTECH: FINAL FIRE #1 by Lee Duhig 4.8 million Zentraedi warships have nearly destroyed the Earth! Now the RDF prepares for one final battle. Enter Joshua Ellison, a young pilot who is about to have his first taste of combat during mankind's darkest hour. Join him as the horrors of war overwhelm the common soldier during Earth's ultimate conflict. One-shot. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ROBOTECH: CLASS REUNION #1 by Gregory Lane While replenishing supplies for their mission to Reflex Point, Scott Bernard and his band of freedom fighters fall victim to an Invid ambush. When a soldier from Scott's past comes to their aid, he could prove to be a valuable new ally in the war against the Invid. But Scott's sense of honor and duty may blind him to the true threat this newcomer represents! One-shot. b&w, 48pg $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROBOTECH: MEGASTORM GRAPHIC NOVEL by Fred Perry & Ben Dunn This graphic novel collects the main story from the first three issues of the ongoing Robotech series, plus Robotech: Unsung Heroes (by Brian Farrens, Jochen Weltjens, and Kelsey Shannon) in color for the first time! Limited quantities available, orders may be allocated. Squarebound. SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $7.95 *********************** GOLD DIGGER POSTER by Fred Perry Hey, the gang's all here! This full-size poster presents the main characters from Fred Perry's Gold Digger series in one gorgeous scene! It's Antarctic Press' most impressive poster yet! FC, 22x34 $8.95 THE COLLECTED GOLD DIGGER VOL. 8 TP by Fred Perry This volume collects issues #25-28 of the series. Brianna takes Genn to do a little bit of "golfing" in order to get her mind off her problems, only to end up with the key to the Dragon Pharoah's Dungeon/Tower! Meanwhile, Empress Lynn describes her adventures in the Astral Rifts, and how she met Subtracto. Then Gina discovers a "lost city" stuck in the middle of the Arctic-only to learn that five other groups filed a claim on the city at the same time! While Gina, Cheetah, Brianna, Penny, Ryan, Lord "Pee-Wee" Talon, the Montara Twins, Lendo Rivalsan, and all their friends and minions are running around uncovering lost treasures, an ancient intelligence lurks at the heart of the city. Can they stop fighting among themselves long enough to save their own hides from this unspeakably-powerful being? SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $10.95 GOLD DIGGER "CHEETAH" SIGNED ACTION FIGURE The regular "Cheetah" action figure is available again, now signed by \creator Fred Perry! (CAUT: 2) Figure MSRP: $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GOLD DIGGER "CHEETAH" ACTION FIGURE Don't miss out a second time! "Cheetah" from the popular Gold Digger series is available as an action figure, decked out in pink and blue, with five points of articulation, packaged in a blister pack on a backing card. Limited quantities of this figure are available. (CAUT: 4) Figure MSRP: $9.95 *********************** ALLEY OOP ADVENTURES #3 by Dan Davis, Jack Bender, Dave Graue, & Carole Bender The Legend of Oop grows a little bit larger with the introduction of Granny Green, as she tells the story of how Alley became known as "Oop the Mighty!" Also, Alley Oop's dinosaur, Dinny, gets his exercise, as he follows a new pal around in "Dinny and the Dinky Dino." All this and more adventures of everyone's favorite caveman in the third issue of Alley Oop Adventures! Bi-monthly. FC, 24pg $2.95 BOX OFFICE POISON #12 by Alex Robinson An issue of shocking revelations as Dorothy drops a bombshell that reverberates throughout the BOP universe and Stephen reveals a surprising-some say impossible!-secret from his spicy past. But this is nothing compared to what the enigmatic Olga Fitzhugh tells the roommates, in a moment that will literally change Sherman's life forever! Plus the editors of Comics World (Archie, Harvey, and Warren) plot their revenge. Bi-monthly. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 LUFTWAFFE 1946 VOL. 3 TP by Ted Nomura "Projekt Saucer"-Nazi UFOs are no longer fiction! Lifted from actual design plans from the secret Nazi files recovered after WWII, Lufwaffe 1946 takes a "what if?" look at what might have happened if the war had lasted just a little bit longer. This trade paperback collects the "Projekt Saucer" storyline from issues #6-12 of the regular series, plus additional saucer profiles and character information. Squarebound. SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $10.95 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #66 by Herb Mallette & Steven Henry A slick snake-oil salesman comes to Quagmire, and Akaru falls for the huckster's pitch! Professor Pergolo claims his wondrous elixir will cause the victi... er, recipient's wishes to come true... but can such a marvel possibly exist?! Well, sort of... but it's the hilarious side-effects that you've got to watch out for! Akaru's got a long list of things to wish for, and before he's done, the whole NHS crew will be out to get him! Bi-monthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ANTI-BALLISTIC PIXELLATIONS GREMLIN TROUBLE #15 by E.T. and Elizabeth Bryan "Battle of 5 Armies"-In the cataclysmic conclusion of the Gremlin-Goblin War, the Goblin Army (joined by the Tuberian Warrior Horde) fight it out with the Fairy cavalry and the Gremlins. Providing air support and musical accompaniment to the Fairies and Gremlins is the technolutionary idol singing group, Candy Tsai and the Moist Towlettes! b&w, 24pg $2.95 GREMLIN TROUBLE T-SHIRT The "Gremlin Babe with Machine Gun" t-shirt features Cypher decked out in her stylish Goblin War gear. A stunning color image (measuring) 18" x 13", screen- printed in 12 colors on a black, 100% cotton shirt. XL $18.00 ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE #481 by Angelo DeCesare & Stan Goldberg "Axe Of Friendship": In an effort to improve Archie's grades, Mr. Weatherbee has Dilton tutor him-but will Archie's bad study habits rub off on Dilton? "Don't Look Now": When hot actress Voltina Shockly comes to Riverdale, Archie promises Veronica he won't lay eyes on her-and we all know how long that will last! FC, 32pg $1.75 ARCHIE DIGEST #161 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Samm Schwartz, Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, and others! Digest, FC $1.95 ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #106 by Various Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, Samm Schwartz, Dan DeCarlo, and others! Digest, FC $2.95 ARCHIE'S BEACH PATROL SMALL T-SHIRT Now available in Small! Small $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARCHIE'S BEACH PATROL T-SHIRT This 100% cotton T-shirt features Archie, Betty and Veronica in their best swimwear, getting ready for fun in the sun! M-XL $14.95 ********************* BETTY #71 by George Gladir & Tim Kennedy "A Day To Remember": It's Valentine's Day, and Betty can't wait to see how Archie will surprise her this year-if he can remember it's Valentine's Day! FC, 32pg $1.75 BETTY & VERONICA #133 by Various "Fashion Fling" by Barbara Slate & Dan DeCarlo: A trip to a flashy fashion show is a dud as Veronica is unimpressed with all the designs-so naturally she decides to become a designer herself! "After School Antics" by Fernando Ruiz & Dan DeCarlo: Jealous of Archie's after school activities with Betty, Veronica decides she'll engage in some extracurricular activities herself. Riverdale High's clubs will never be the same once hurricane Veronica hits! "Bored with Boarding" by George Gladir & Dan DeCarlo: It's a case of slippin' and slidin' when Betty teaches Veronica snowboarding! FC, 32pg $1.75 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #78 by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales by Dan DeCarlo, Stan Goldberg, Samm Schwartz, Henry Scarpelli, and others! Digest, FC $2.95 BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #34 by George Gladir & Fernando Ruiz "Give Me The Simple Life": A dark cloud descends upon Veronica when her father suggests they live more frugally! Can Riverdale's ritziest rich kid downsize her possesions? FC, 32pg $1.75 CHERYL BLOSSOM #20 by Dan Parent "Cinderblossom": Designing gowns is exhausting-so exhausting, in fact that Cheryl dozes off in the middle of designing gowns for "Fresh" magazine. Deep in dreamland, wealthy, hip Cheryl winds up a poor, put-upon peasant in her very own Cinderella fantasy. Will she wake up "happily ever after?" FC, 32pg $1.75 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CHERYL BLOSSOM SUPER-PACK: THE ORIGINAL MINI-SERIES Due to many requests, we are making these affordable 3-packs of Cheryl Blossom comics available to fans! In the very first Cheryl Blossom mini-series, Cheryl gets a job as a lifeguard-and every boy in town suddenly can't swim! The action culminates in a titanic jet-ski race, as Cheryl leads the Pembrooke teens against Betty and Veronica and their friends from Riverdale! A great chance to catch up on a series you may have missed! 3-Pack $3.59. *********************** JUGHEAD #114 by Craig Boldman & Stan Goldberg The un-flappable, un-sinkable, man of a thousand hamburgers returns in all-new adventures! FC, 32pg $1.75 KNUCKLES #22 by Ken Penders, Jim Valentino, & Andrew Pepoy "You Say You Want A Revolution": Cast your votes for adventure and intrigue, as Knuckles and his friends find themselves caught in the middle of a high stakes election campaign-complete with kidnapping, riots, extortion and dirty dealings, courtesy of the Dark Legion! This kicks off the 3-Part "Dark Alliance" storyline, and features the return of one of the most requested villains ever! All this PLUS: Guest penciller Jim Valentino! FC, 32pg $1.75 LAUGH DIGEST #147 by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales by Henry Scarpelli, Samm Schwartz, Stan Goldberg, Dan DeCarlo, and others! Digest, FC $1.95 PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #39 by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.95 SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #23 by Bill Golliher & Dan DeCarlo Featuring a photo cover of Melissa Joan Hart, star of the hit ABC-TV series! "It's The Principal Of The Thing": The education system is turned inside out- literally, as Salem the cat's spirit is accidentally switched into Principal Gaston's body, and vice versa! FC, 32pg $1.75 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH T-SHIRT This 100% pre-shrunk cotton T-shirt features a full-color image of everyone's favorite teenage witch from comics and television fame! Exclaiming "I Feel Magical Today!", we suspect you will, too-if you order this spell-binding T- shirt today! S-XL $15.95 ********************* SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #8 by Slott, Fry, & Wiacek Presenting an extra-special issue: Not one... not two... not three... but four stories! "Zone Wars": It's a crazier than crazy moon when Sonic meets an alternative Sally from another zone who must be seen to be believed! Plus, the arrival of a mysterious character fresh from the Cosmic Interstate! ALSO: "Running On Empty" by Roger Brown, Nelson Ribiero, & Jim Amash: Hold onto your odomoters-in this "fast-paced" story, Sonic ages everytime he uses his speed; and Tails and Monkey Khan in their very own solo stories! It's more bang for your buck, as only Archie can bring it to you! Mind-melting cover by the titanic trio of Spaz, Harvo and Heroic Age! FC, 48pg $2.25 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #68 by Bollers, Butler, & Eklund "The Year 'O The Hog": Sonic, Tails and Nate venture back to Mobotropolis, where it appears a city-wide celebration to celebrate the blue blur's birthday is underway-but before this issue's over, our hero and his friends might not even make it to the party! This one's got it all: Mysterious satellite activity! The decrystallization of Kodos and Arachnis! The return of a mysterious figure from Sally's past! And did we mention the planet-pulverizing meteorites heading their way?!?! FC, 32pg $1.75 VERONICA #85 by Mike Pellowski & Stan Goldberg The whimsical rich girl gets into as much adventure as she can afford-- and that's a lot, in these all-new stories! FC, 32pg $1.75 ARROW COMICS AUGUST #3 by Scott Rosema & Friends She is the main super heroine of Evention, and she shines as a beacon of hope to its people! She was there before August arrived and was the deciding factor in teaching him what he needed to know to be a hero in Evention and throughout Brevon! This is the story of Astrea! b&w, 32pg $2.95 ARROW SPOTLIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF SIMONE & AJAX by Andrey Pepoy Straight from the pages of Mythography and Arrow Anthology comes Andrew Pepoy's Adventures of Simone and Ajax. Celebrating the season our duo (the lady Simone and her bronto-like best friend Ajax) get involved in a Christmas tale. Also scheduled to appear in this book is another story of Simone and Ajax, as well as a holiday-themed adventure of The Fool, the only superhero who would steal your pants! Lighthearted fun for all! b&w, 32pg $2.95 THE DEAD #2 by Zimmerman & Griffith, & Mason Arrow's shamelessly exploitive zombie book continues! Rick tries to keep an irrational bunch of teenagers from falling prey to the zombie's bite, but doesn't seem to be succeeding very well. Meanwhile in the city, Gerald isn't feeling at all well after being bitten by a zombie and running away from an exploding gas station. And why is the young lady with him looking more and more appetizing by the minute? Plus, learn how you too can become part of... The Dead. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 AVATAR PRESS FAUST/777: THE WRATH #0 by David Quinn & Tim Vigil DARKNESS IN COLLISION: Chapter One-The most influential creative team in independent comics brings you the most powerful story of their careers! The Undying Wrath. Kia, Angel of Destruction. Claire, Sex-Magick Violence Extremist. What do they all have in common? They are all being stalked by the scourge of the underworld, the razor-fingered nightmare, the psycho-hero of the damned. The woman known as Faust. The woman!? Yes. Faust lives. She lives to rage. And that's just the first revelation to come in this blood and lust-drenched collision between warring devils and angels, and the humans caught in the crossfire! This five-part epic is a self-contained story which serves as sequel to 777: The Wrath and both prequel and sequel to the cult hit Faust: Love of the Damned. From the Godfathers of Outlaw Comics-David Quinn and Tim Vigil. Cover by Tim Vigil. Also available in Wraparound, Nude and Leather (limited to 700 copies) cover editions. NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w, 32pg (0 of 4) $3.00 WRAP.-b&w, 32pg (0 of 4) $3.95 NUDE-b&w, 32pg (0 of 4) (CAUT: 3) $6.00 LEATHER-b&w, 32pg (0 of 4) $25.00 RAW MEDIA QUARTERLY #2 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Available in four different cover editions featuring the art of: Tim Vigil, Sean Shaw, Bill Maus, and Mike Wolfer. Quarterly. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL VIGIL-b&w, 56pg $4.95 SHAW-b&w, 56pg $4.95 MAUS-b&w, 56pg $4.95 WOLFER-b&w, 56pg $4.95 THRESHOLD #11 by Various Tim Vigil provides two covers for this issue (Maelstrom & Scythe Nude) that fit together to form one massive, insanely detailed, and menacingly evil image of Hell! Maelstrom, the rogue demoness, and Scythe, the would-be Queen of the Hell, join forces in a bloody coup de ta to oust Hades as ruler of the Underworld. Two great characters, one hell of a story! Remember the goddess called Twilight? She's back, better than ever, with a new costume, a new artist, and... a new attitude? Sean (Vampirella/Wetworks, Gen13 Bootleg) Shaw's Wicked has now moved to Avatar! She debuts in this short tale of a dragon run amok and only Wicked can stop it! See for yourself why Shaw is one of the most in-demand artists in the field today! All this and more of Tantrum, Jeff Rebner's on-going rampaging monster saga! Threshold is non-stop action! Are you missing out? Available in the following cover variants: Scythe (by Vigil), Twilight, Wicked, and Maelstrom Nude (also by Vigil)-both Vigil covers can fit together to form one larger image! NOTE: Nude cover variants are not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS SCYTHE-b&w, 56pg $4.95 TWILIGHT-b&w, 56pg $4.95 WICKED-b&w, 56pg $4.95 MAELSTROM NUDE-b&w, 56pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 CREED: USE YOUR DELUSION COLLECTED by Trent Kaniuga Creed fans take note! The sold-out two issue Creed: Use Your Delusion mini- series (the best Creed series yet!) is now available in this handy collected edition with an all-new Trent Kaniuga cover! b&w, 48pg $3.95 RAVENING #1/2 BLOOD RED FOIL SIGNED by Christensen & Seifert, & Lyon An all-new cover by Albert Holoso graces this foil enhanced special edition! Limited to only 1000 copies, all signed by creators and writers William Christensen and Mark Seifert. Cover by Albert Holoso. (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS FC, 24pg MSRP: $10.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WIDOW COLLECTIBLE FIGURE A Hobby Exclusive! Mike Wolfer's alluring arachnid comes to life in this detailed, 7" tall figure from Avatar and Rendition Figures! Widow comes with four removable spider legs, a total of ten points of articulation, and her special cyberleg accessory! Look for a special Blue costume variant! Very limited quantities remain! (CAUT: 3) Figure SRP: $12.95 O/A WIDOW COLLECTABLE FIGURE-GOLD EDITION A Hobby Exclusive! The Gold variant Widow figure is a repaint of the standard edition, now wearing a metallic Gold outfit and a different blister package than the standard figure! Very limited quantities remain! (CAUT: 3) Figure SRP: $15.95 ********************* AWESOME/HYPERWERKS Awesome Entertainment COVEN VOL 2 #1 by Ian Churchill & Jeph Loeb Ships with 4 variants-each with a special bonus origin feature! Comic's hottest supernatural team returns! New costumes, a bold new look, and a new start for The Coven! And how's this to kick off the season: at least one member of the original team will die! Shipping with variant cover editions featuring Scratch, Phenomena, Fantom and Spellcaster, each variant cover edition will contain a special bonus origin feature spotlighting the cover character. That's four new Ian Churchill origin stories in all! FC $2.50 THE COVEN VOL 2 #1-CHROME EDITION by Ian Churchill & Jeph Loeb The hottest supernatural team in comics is featured in this special Chrome Limited Edition! The only special limited edition available for The Coven Vol. 2 #1-no Coven collection will be complete without one! Extremely limited- allocations may occur. FC $14.95 THE COVEN LITHOGRAPH by Ian Churchill Ian Churchill's magnificent artwork of The Coven is available in this high- impact limited lithograph. UNSIGNED (Limited to 1,500)-FC $16.95 SIGNED (Limited to 500)-FC $29.95 COVEN/MENACE SAN DIEGO PREVIEW BOOK by Churchill & Loeb, Fraga, Liefeld, & Stinsman The rare and collectible Coven/Menace Convention Special Edition that debuted at the San Diego Comicon International is now available in limited quantities through this special offer! Featuring exclusive Ian Churchill artwork and a first look at the dynamic new series, Menace, coming from Awesome! Quantities are extremely limited, so allocations may occur. Preview Book SRP: $5.00 FIGHTING AMERICAN: DOGS OF WAR #4 by Jim Starlin & Stephen Platt Who is "No Name"? They've given you all the clues, but you don't know the truth... yet. Join the Fighting American as he uncovers the terrible secrets in the stunning conclusion of Dogs of War! If this doesn't blow your mind, nothing will! Brain-bustin' story by Jim Starlin combined with the stunningly detailed artwork of Stephen Platt chronicles the next chapter of the legendary patriotic icon created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby! FC $2.50 RE:GEX #3 by Rob Liefeld Guest starring The Coven and Youngblood! The Re:Gex vs. Youngblood!!! Scarab and Genie are helped by The Coven to evade Youngblood, who have been dispatched to bring them in. An adrenaline-pumping storyline which leads directly into The Coven Vol.2 #1! FC $2.50 Hyperwerks DEITY #4 by Altstaetter, Napton, Buccellato, & Olazaba The hit series continues! A new love interest enters Jamie's life and threatens to disrupt her tenuous relationship with Ziggy. Meanwhile, Ogden hatches a plan to destroy the Ma'Shiva revolutionaries, but his scheme may destroy not only his enemies but the Junction itself! FC $2.95 DEITY II: CATSEYE #2 by Altstaetter, Napton, Buccellato, & Olazaba All new series! At last, the first ever Deity sequel is here. Set in the world of Deity, this parallel storyline expands this immensely popular universe. Digby, a classmate of Jamie's, rescues a beautiful young girl known as "II." Hanging around her neck is the Catseye, a priceless object of immense power. In this issue, the evil Clan of 1000 Masks steps up its efforts to find II and recover the Catseye! Also featured: a sneak peak at Hyperwerks' upcoming story, Saint Angel! FC $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DEITY VOL. 1 #4-6 by Robert Napton & Karl Altstaetter The exciting final story arc of Volume 1 explodes in this trio of issues as the forces of light and dark collide in the ultimate battle to control reality-with Jamie caught in the crossfire! FC $2.95Ea. ************************** AXESS COMICS HEROINE #0 by Mike Gerardo At the end of this millennium, the future of mankind will rest in the hands of one woman... The government made her a lethal weapon. Now to the citizens of Swan City she is their lethal protector! Gina Ganes is Heroine! Also featuring her female sidekick Speed, and the debut of their new partner Omicron! A self- contained origin issue that will introduce readers to Heroine, plus set up events for issues to come. Available in "Icon" and Collector's edition cover versions. ICON-FC, 32pg $2.99 COLL. ED.-FC, 32pg $2.99 BAD HABIT FATHER & SON, LIKE, SPECIAL #1 by Jeff Nicholson Picking up where the Eisner Award-nominated series left off, this jumbo comic contains all previously unpublished stories from 1995-1997. Changes abound as Chris grows out of his grunge look and beings to actually obtain some goals, while cracks begin to show in the seemingly flawless Mr. Schultz. Plus more girls are added to the cast including pagan-femme Sally. b&w, 48pg $3.95 ULTRA KLUTZ DREAMS #1 by Jeff Nicholson After the end of the 31-issue series, these stand-alone stories were created for anthology comics. Much more funny and absurd than the dramatic series with a clean art style reminiscent of animated cartoons. The majority of these gems have never been published before. b&w, 32pg $2.95 BASEMENT COMICS TIGRESS #2 by Budd Root & Mike Hoffman The astronauts from Earth find themselves on a distant world entangled in the ways and rituals of a savage tribe of were-tigers! Things go from bad to worse with the arrival of the massive, monstrous "Tiger-God," a creature capable of only three things-killing, eating, and making little were-tigers!-and the Tigress herself is now within his fearsome, clawed clutches! Which fate must our fearless feminine feline face? b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $2.95 BENCH PRESS STUDIOS WARRIOR'S WAY #6 by Powell, Chi, & Chen This is it! The rematch between the Warriors and the Technoborgs! This is the grudge match readers demanded after the 'borgs handed the Warriors such a resounding defeat. Can the team triumph against an even larger number of foes? Will the two new recruits help or hinder? And what is the mysterious package being delivered by the Unseen Society? FC, 32pg $2.99 BLACKOUT COMICS HARI KARI TIMES FOUR: SUPER CHRISTMAS BONUS 4-PACK One look at Hari Kari's heavenly figure and you know that good ol' St. Nick is on your side this Christmas! Blackout's favorite bad girl is flying into your fantasy, and you won't want to miss Kari in this explosive action edition! Blackout picked several of Kari's finest triumphs: Manga Adventures #1, Resurrection #1 and-if you still haven't had your fill of the sexy heroine-check out Hari Kari Goes Hollywood #1. But hold on, there's more! As an added holiday bonus, you'll also get the special limited variant issue, Hari Kari: The Silence of Evil #1, with a foil stamped cover. It's Hari Kari in all her glory, drawn by the likes of Tommy Castillo and manga-maniac Nigel Tully. Set (x 4) $9.95 BLATANT COMICS WHEN BEANIES ATTACK #1 by Tony Furtado "Beanies Go Bad!" As the insatiable appetite for cuddly, collectible beanbag toys sweeps the world, a dark and terrifying story begins to emerge... and only one man-haunted journalist Neil Downz-knows the truth behind this "cute and cuddly cover-up of monstrous proportions!" Nobody believes him. The story of a horror so unimaginable, it's taken him years of sleepless nights to come forward. At great risk, Blatant Comics has obtained the exclusive rights to bring you this unbelievable saga of the "Dy Beanies," and one unbelievably bloodthirsty night of terror and destruction! Prepare to learn what happens... When Beanies Attack! Available in a Regular Edition, as well as an Ultra-Violent Cover Edition. MATURE READERS REGULAR-b&w, 32pg $2.95 ULTRA-VIOLENT-b&w, 32pg $4.95 BLINK COMICS TALISMEN #3 by Watkins-Chow, Smith, Xiaong, & Hamscher GUT FEELINGS-It's not the memory of her dead husband, gone four weeks ago (though that explains her dark moods). It's not the giant python that causes it (though that's why Erika's a little cranky). It's not the village of ungrateful people she's just saved, the oracle that forebodes grim tidings, the mysterious watcher outside headquarters, or the kooky store owners she encounters on her shopping trip. So what is it that makes Erika faint? b&w, 32pg $2.75 BONGO COMICS SIMPSONS COMICS #40 by Morrison & Groening Hey kids, it's the Krusty the Clown Show! Starring Krusty and...Sideshow Marge? Featuring Itchy and...Snowball? When a visit to the Simpson household results in a painful, yet hilarious, injury to Krusty, he becomes a permanent houseguest. In addition to acting as reluctant hosts for the crude, crippled clown, the Simpson clan must fend off a flock of litigating eagles by broadcasting the show from their own home! FC, 32pg (Note Price) $2.50 BOXCAR PRODUCTIONS JUNKYARD ENFORCER #2 by Josh Sheppard Rip roaring 1920s gangster comic! Little Brucie expands his junkyard adventures into New York City. In the worst part of town, he meets up with blowtorch wielding gangsters, crooks, and a three-legged dog in his attempt to steal back the loot from Tanya's crew of anarchist thieves. Drawn in an exciting film-noir style. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 BRAINSTORM COMICS VAMPEROTICA #47 Featuring The Vampress Luxura! This issue: "Camelot"-Luxura meets up with King Arthur, Merlin and Morgana; and the conclusion to "Plausible Deniability." Also available in a Nude Cover Edition. NOTE: The nude edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w $3.00 NUDE (CAUT: 3)-b&w $4.00 VAMPEROTICA MAGAZINE #4 The Vampire Entertainment Magazine! Bringing you all the news, reviews, and interviews featuring your favorite vampire movies, music, comics and more. This issue: You definitely will not want to miss the stunning Kirk Lindo Luxura pencil sketch that graces the regular edition cover of Vamperotica Magazine! Also: Debbie "D" the Vampire Mermaid is featured as the "Vamp of the Month." If it's out there, and it's got anything to do with Vampires, you'll find it in Vamperotica Magazine! Also available in Nude and Photo Cover editions. NOTE: The nude edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-Magazine, b&w (Note Price) $5.95 NUDE (CAUT: 3)-Magazine, b&w $5.95 PHOTO-Magazine, b&w $5.95 VAMPEROTICA MAGAZINE #1 PRINT This stunning 11" x 17" print features the stunning cover art by hot new fantasy artist Rolf Mohr, from Vamperotica Magazine #1. Suitable for framing. Print, FC, 11x17 $10.00 VAMPEROTICA MAGAZINE #2 NUDE PRINT This stunning 11" x 17" print features the stunning nude cover art by hot new fantasy artist Dorian Cleavenger, from the cover of Vamperotica Magazine #2. Suitable for framing. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE MATERIAL FC, 11x17 $10.00 MANON KELLEY 1999-2000 CALENDAR Spend all of 1999 and part of 2000 with the lovely Manon Kelley looking at you every day. This stunning wall calendar/poster, features classy photos of this sexy siren. Calendar, FC $10.00 BROADMAN & HOLMAN THE GRAPHIC BIBLE adapted by Jeff Anderson & Mike Maddox In the age of computer animation and videos, teaching children through books has become much more challenging. Now parents and teachers can offer pre-teens a Bible that's actually cool to read! The Graphic Bible relates some of the greatest stories from the Bible-from the stories of Noah and Moses to the birth of Jesus. Each story is presented in an easy to understand language, with brilliant, fully-painted artwork. Colorful and captivating, The Graphic Bible will appeal to both young and old alike. (0-8054-1813-X) HC, 8x12, 256pg, FC $29.95 BUD PLANT COMIC ART OFFERED AGAIN O/A JEREMY BROOD by Jan Strnad & Richard Corben A cosmic social worker is summoned to Eden, a desolate desert planet, to relieve the oppression of its inhabitants. But when he arrives 200 years behind schedule, he finds himself at the center of an ancient religion established by his predecessor. Originally published by Fantagor Press in 1989! MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, FC $14.95 O/A MAXIMUM VOLUME HC by Siro In this bizarre tale an underground organization wages a desperate, take-no- prisoners war against a rock star/mogul with incredible psychic powers. Violent, with a beautiful heroine. Nicely drawn, in a style similar to Liberatore. First published in France. Originally published in the US by Heavy Metal/KSP in 1994! MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $14.95 O/A MARGOT IN BADTOWN HC by Jerome Charyn & Massimiliano Frezzato To put bread on the table, this independent female accepts a job with a local contruction outfit, only to discover that hers is the most distasteful duty of all: the eviction of destitute families. Extremely well-drawn action and adventure; a tasteful combination of intelligent storytelling, serious comics, and good-girl artwork. Originally published by Tundra 1991. NOTE: All copies exhibit some wrinkling of the front cover lamination. MATURE READERS HC, 10x12, 56pg, FC $14.95 *********************** CALIBER COMICS Caliber Core MAGUS: THE FOREVER KING by Gary Reed & Various Presenting a special one-shot of the most mysterious and perhaps the most powerful being in the Caliber Core universe, Magus. This will be an unveiling of the many secrets that define the mysterious personage of Magus. First known in history and religion as Simon Magus, the magician who attempted to usurp the apostles of Jesus, Magus has become the immortal of the immortals that exist within the Caliber Core. Revealed here will be his first encounters with Saint Germaine, his decision to father a child, Lillith, and the many secrets that surround this being who has developed his own religious cult. b&w, 32pg $2.95 SAINT GERMAINE: PRIOR ECHOES #2 by Reed, Lyle, Davis & Bennett As Saint Germaine visits with his dying friend, Casanova, he chronicles a story of tragedy, love, and betrayal. Based on actual events, this story weaves fact and fiction into a compelling story of one of literature's most enduring classics, The Man in the Iron Mask. b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 Caliber Fantasy ISLE OF THE SORCERER #2 by Donald Marquez Battle is joined as war breaks out between the forces of good and evil on the Isle of the Sorcerer. Bitter enemies Aric, the barbarian, and Arnast, the mercenary, join forces at the urging of the beautiful Lorana. A hastily trained and equipped army of rebellious peasants must pit itself against Orc warriors, the charge of mounted knights, and the machinations of the diabolical magician, Klingsor. But only magic can combat magic, and the rebels enlist the aid of another sorcerer, the mysterious Hellok. Can Hellok be trusted? b&w, 32pg $2.95 LEGENDLORE HANDBOOK by Various The ultimate guide for all Legendlore and Realm fans! Even if you've missed out on some issues, this is a great guidebook to take you through a fully-realized world of magic, dragons, and warriors. Covering material presented in over 50 issues of The Realm and Legendlore, this special one-shot presents maps, guides, a chronology, and virtually anything else you need to know to enjoy the world of the Realm...and the stories of Legendlore. b&w, 48pg $3.95 Visions Titles A CALIBER CHRISTMAS-1998 by Various Just in time for the Holidays! Featuring Christmas-themed stories with some of your favorite Caliber characters such as Kaos Moon, The Jam, Saint Germaine, Pakkins' Land, LifeQuest, Kilroy, the Apparition, and more, all brought to you by some of the most talented creators in the comics industry. Guaranteed to ship before Christmas! b&w, 64pg $5.95 LITTLE WHITE MOUSE: THE SERIES #3 by Paul Sizer The hunt for Loo and P'heng begins! "Filthy Jake" Armani and Loo's older brother, Xi, blast out of the Thermopolis Spaceport on their way into deep space to investigate the crash site where Loo and P'heng's transport ship was destroyed by a meteor storm. But first they have to get past the planetary defenses of the TransGalaxy Corporation and the governmental agency known only as the I-3-both of which are not happy about Jake and Xi's unwillingness to believe TransGalaxy's account of the incident! Back cover by Chris Sprouse! b&w, 32pg $2.95 LORI LOVECRAFT: THE BIG COMEBACK #1 by Mike Vosburg Mike Vosburg's popular character is back! No sooner is Lori back in Hollywood to resurrect her acting career, then the star of Cauldron of Chaos is killed in a freak accident. The producer demands Lori step in as the replacement. Too good to be true? You bet. For something maliciously evil lurks behind the set of this star-crossed flick...and with her career hanging in the balance, Lori must reveal the truth before she becomes another part of Hollywood history... permanently. b&w, 32pg $2.95 METROPOLIS #3 by Sean McKeever & John Kissee THE LAST FREDERSEN: Part 3-The epic conclusion! Secrets and motives are revealed as David struggles with his own identity. When David's search for the truth takes him to the Underground City, he discovers more than he bargained for! Brought before the very workers determined to end his life, will David's unwanted legacy finally kill him... or will it actually save him? b&w, 32pg $2.95 Tome Press BODY SNATCHERS by Gary Reed & Various All true tales that take a look at one of the more macabre crimes through the centuries, body snatching. Leading off this special one-shot will be a study of the most famous pair of body snatchers in history, Burke and Hare. Other stories showcase a future U.S. President, a TV crew's strange funhouse discovery, the worldwide hunt and ransom for the body of Charlie Chaplin, the attempt to steal the body of Abraham Lincoln, and more! Fascinating but true! b&w, 32pg $2.95 SHERLOCK HOLMES READER #4 by Various The Hound! The Vatican! The Beast! Continuing Holmes' all new adventures in "Curse of the Beast," from the acclaimed team of writer Martin Powell and artist Seppo Makinen; and the masterful adaptation of "Hound of the Baskervilles" from Powell and Spider-Man artist, Patrick Oliffe. Plus, a classic tale of Holmes from one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's contemporaries. Painted cover from Michael Gaydos. b&w, 48pg $3.95 CARTOON BOOKS THE BONE PERFECT COLLECTION ACT 1: VERNAL EQUINOX by Jeff Smith Cartoon Books presents the ultimate Bone collection! The first three Bone trade paperbacks-Out from Boneville, The Great Cow Race, and Eyes of the Storm-that comprise Act 1: Vernal Equinox, are collected in this beautiful slip-case format. All three best-selling trade paperbacks come packaged in a beautiful slipcase sleeve featuring four-color original art from the series. It's a wonderful way for new readers to discover the adventure and hilarity of the Bone cousins and their friends. As an added premium, the set will also include an exclusive limited edition print featuring images from the upcoming Bone motion picture. Set $49.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BONE VOL 3 EYES OF THE STORM TP by Jeff Smith Get the conclusion of the "Vernal Equinox" saga collected in trade paperback. The third set of adventures starring the three Bone cousins-Fone, Phoney, and Smiley-as they strike out from Boneville to find their destiny. (STAR2559) SC, 144pg, b&w. $16.95 ************* CATFISH COMICS MEDORA #1 by Alvero Fracassi & M. Gerald Delaney Medora #1 lets renowned Sinnamon artist M. Gerald Delaney cut loose and draw women the way he does best: free from convention, and, for the most part, from clothing! A magical fluke has freed Medora from her duties as masseuse to the Dark Lord Diabolis, and all she wants to do now is start a new life on a future Earth. Unfortunately, the Dark Dimension isn't known for its finishing schools, much to the chagrin of Medora's new friend Amy, who must try to keep the bodacious ex-masseuse under control. Even less fortunate is the fact that Diabolis wants Medora back in the Dark Dimension-at any cost! Also available is a Nude cover variant edition, limited to 500 copies. NOTE: The Nude Cover Variant is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w, 24pg $2.95 NUDE-b&w, 24pg (CAUT: 3) $6.95 CAT'S PAW COMICS GREENLEAF IN EXILE #5 In this chapter of Doug Anderson's wry contemporary fantasy epic, we learn that Wyn's daring rescue of the fallen Bear has come at a heavy price. Darkness has come to the mountain, and with it, the greatest threat to the rebellion that Greenleaf has yet encountered. Before the dawn, one of the rebels will pay in blood to save his soul, but will the blood be his own or that of his dearest friends? The fate of the world hangs in the balance. b&w, 24pg $2.95 CAVEMAN PUBLISHING CAVEMAN #5 by Tayyar Ozkan Have we really evolved? The silent gag strips of Caveman presents many a situation starring ourselves in these supposed "modern" times that make you wonder. You know that place, you know that house, and you know those people. MATURE READERS Magazine, b&w, 32pg $3.50 CHAOS! COMICS PURGATORI #4 by David Quinn & Al Rio An "Unholy Nights!" Special Issue! What do vampires believe in? Comics' #1 vampire, Purgatori, gets a special gift-a night of savage sensuality with a long-lost love-and a challenge that rocks her to her very soul! Featuring the first appearance of Purgatory's beloved adversary Satrina, a succubus who was expelled from Garden of Eden! Purgatori has seized power and prestige using the Earthbound identity of Sakkara, CEO of Isis International. But will earthly powers satisfy Purgatori when her lover scorns her? What will Purgatori risk to prove she deserves the biggest prize of all... her divine ascension? The answer lies in the blood of Satrina... and the strangest adventure Purgatori has ever taken! A darkly passionate tale of desire and discovery! Cover by Al Rio. FC, 32pg $2.95 LADY DEATH #12 by David Quinn & Steven Hughes An "Unholy Nights!" Special Issue! Lady Death comes "home" for the holidays in "The Life of Death on Earth!" Lucifer has returned, and nothing will ever be the same! The Prince of Evil plays a daring new game-the stakes are nothing less than every soul on Earth! Lucifer's also removed the curse that barred Lady Death from Earth for centuries; what will she do with her newfound freedom? The Three Riders of the Apocalypse, War, Famine, and Pestilence have an idea: They demand that Lady Death must play her final role... as the one true Death of everything! This issue, you will know the soul of the woman who is Lady Death. FC, 32pg $2.95 EVIL ERNIE VS. THE SUPER HEROES II PREMIUM EDITION by Hart Fisher & Steven Butler To celebrate the "Holidaze" in a grand, wicked style, Chaos! offers this premium edition strictly limited to 2,000 copies that shows Evil Ernie's holiday spirit and his complete contempt for Super Heroes. Wicked fun for all! Premium cover by Justianino & Jack Gray. FC, 32pg $10.00 EVIL ERNIE #7 Christmas Evil! by David Quinn & David Brewer An "Unholy Nights!" Special Issue! Are you ready for mayhem with your mistletoe? Here's a "Missing Story" from the Evil One's blood-drenched past. The Megadeth Madman wants to share a little love and a dark glimpse at his human past as Ernest Fairchild. If Evil Ernie and Smiley the Psychotic Button have to hazard the great American wastelands, slaughter a thousand rebel freeman, and dare to face the only woman who ever understood Ernest Fairchild, all on Christmas Eve, they'll do it! And what would the Holy Season be without the epiphany of a cameo by... Lady Death?! Cover by David Brewer. FC, 32pg $2.95 CREMATOR: HELL'S GUARDIAN #2 by Leonardo Jimenez Sometime in the past amidst the human misery and carnage of World War II, a ceremony of great evil and human sacrifice casts a weapon of light and a book of darkness into Hell. Meanwhile, in the present, Cremator battles furiously against the Wraith forces hoping to stop the first wave of the Wraith invasion of Hell. And, throughout Hell, the first sparks of anarchy and chaos begin to blossom as demons battle one another on the skull-paved streets of the Hell city, Dis. Looking down upon the erupting carnage the Archdukes of Hell gather to debate the future of Hell... and receive a most unexpected visitation! Cover by Leonardo Jimenez. FC, 32pg (2 of 5) $2.95 CHASTITY: ROCKED #3 by Phil Nutman & Ivan Reiss Chastity, the reluctant vampire assassin, must track and neutralize Jade, the ancient oriental vampire sorceress who has vowed to destroy her. But to find Jade's weakness, Chastity must re-live her traumatic past conflict with the Japanese vampiress. In New York City, 1980, Chastity barely survives Jade's psychological torture and attempt to turn her against the European Council of vampires. Realizing she is nothing more than a sacrificial pawn in a deadly blood feud, Chastity must take on both sides and win-or lose-her starring role in a play... and her life! Cover by Justiniano. FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 SMILEY ANTI-HOLIDAY SPECIAL! by Jesse McCann & Ivan Reiss "T'was the night before Christmas, as busy as a mouse/Crass commercialism abounds, And Smiley's Here To Rock The House!" That's right, everyone's favorite psychotic button returns for his second full-blown, irreverent one-shot special! In a wacky adventure that takes us from the gritty, bustling streets of New York to the polar pandemonium of the North Pole, our circular crusader wreaks havoc on red-nosed reindeer, smashes frosty snowmen, and even rips-off Old Saint Nick. Why? To get the hot chick in the story, baby! You thought the Grinch tried to @!#$% with Christmas? Cover by Ed Benes. FC, 32pg $2.95 LADY DEATH LITHOGRAPH #2 by Jim Balent In honor of the Diva of Death, Chaos! unveils the archival quality limited edition lithograph. Measuring 16" x 20" and suitable for framing, this breathtaking masterpiece by illustrious illustrator Jim Balent comes individually packaged. Lithograph, FC, 16x20 $25.00 CHAOS! SHIELD ZIPPO LIGHTER Chaos! Comics presents a fantastic collectable with the Chaos! Shield Zippo Lighter! The full-color depiction of the official Chaos! shield against the matte black finish of a quality Zippo Lighter creates an elegant and bold look. This lighter is sure to become a highly sought after item for both Chaos! collectors and Zippo enthusiasts alike! Limited quantities available. Lighter $29.95 CHAOS! SHIELD LIGHT UP WATCH Countdown to Armageddon with a classy premium Chaos! Shield Watch! The Chaos! Shield decorates this light-up watch face in full color. The watch casing is a brushed chrome finish. The perfect gift and the perfect way to keep track of time! Available with either a metal or leather band. Limited quantities available. METAL BAND-Watch $75.00 LEATHER BAND-Watch $75.00 LADY DEATH PREMIUM LIGHT-UP WATCH A high-quality watch with the classic Lady Death logo across its face and a brushed chrome finish. The Lady Death watch is the ultimate Chaos! accessory! With a special red light-up feature and a leather band, you will be ready for action in Chaos! style! Limited quantities available. Watch $75.00 LADY DEATH WATCH Chaos! Comics helps you keep time in style with the Lady Death watch. A beautiful gold finish watch with the classic Lady Death logo across the face and an attractive black leather watchband, the Lady Death watch is great for formal or casual attire. A great gift for Chaos! collectors everywhere! Limited quantities available. Watch $25.00 CHAOS! 5TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR HENLEY SHIRT Chaos! Comics is proud to present its 5th Anniversary Tour Shirt! This quality Henley style shirt was only available at our tour stops this year, but now it can be yours! This attractive black, 100% pre-shrunk cotton Henley is embroidered with the 5th Anniversary Chaos! logo. Become a part of the celebration today! Limited quantities available. L-XL $35.00 XXL $35.00 OFFERED AGAIN! O/A SMILEY SHOT GLASS This 3/4 oz. shot glass has the classic depiction of Smiley by Steven Hughes on one side, and the rallying cry of Chaos! fans, "Have A Psychotic Day," on the other. Shot Glass $6.00 O/A SMILEY MOUSE PAD Steven Hughes' Smiley adorns this 7" x 8" inch mouse pad in full-color along with Smiley's trademark "Have A Psychotic Day!" Chaos! Comics, proud to be the first company with road kill on the information superhighway! Mouse Pad $9.95 O/A SMILEY BUMPER STICKERS America's favorite Psychotic Button, Smiley, is shown in all his crazed glory on this bumper sticker telling the whole world to "Have A Psychotic Day!" The full- color rendition of Smiley by Steven Hughes will give your car a touch of class and make tailgaters more than a little nervous. Bumper Sticker $3.50 ************************ CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #68 by Storm, Smith, & Patterson HOLIDAY ON ICE-After a fiasco at the Toy Expo, Elvira's taking a Christmas vacation, but her mountain gateway resort is the site of the filming of Snow Party, and it's under attack by a guileful Asian Snow Faerie and her killer Wendigo. This ain't your normal tinsel and wassail; it's a bodacious book-length horror/humor extravaganza. Photo cover of Elvira. b&w, 32pg $2.50 DEADBEATS #33 by Richard Howell & Richard Villagran It's a rare "Quiet Night" in Fear City, and romance rules! Behind the scenes though, the stricken Nico and Caffrey get closer to becoming full Deadbeats, and the creature that looks like Dr. Powell comes face to face with his former oldest, dearest friend. The latest slice of power and poignancy in the "reconstructing the Deadbeats" arc. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Lelaloha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 COMIC CAVALCADE DARKCHYLDE #4 FEAR EDITION The legendary Fear Edition is now available from Previews, featuring an exclusive cover by Randy Queen! This red-hot collectible is limited to just 4,000 copies-and only several hundred remain! Allocations may occur. FC, 32pg MSRP: $29.95 SNOWMAN: 1944 #1 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION This special edition of the original Snowman: 1944 #1 features Matt Martin's exclusive and controversial Nazi cover. This special edition is limited to just 2,000 copies. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. b&w, 32pg MSRP: $5.95 SHOTGUN MARY: SHOOTING GALLERY #1 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION The ex-nun with a gun blasts her way through this killer pinup book featuring some of the hottest artists in independents! This special edition is limited to just 2,000 copies. Cover by Michael Lisboa. FC, 32pg MSRP: $5.95 VAMPEROTICA ANNUAL #1 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION The sold-out Vamperotica Annual is now available with an exclusive Mitch Byrd cover! This special edition is limited to just 1,000 copies. b&w, 32pg MSRP: $5.95 COMICS CONSPIRACY PARA TROOP #4 by Miers, Gillespie, Cacioppo, & Lyle If a lunatic in a straitjacket steps off a flying saucer and offers you a comic book, do you read it? If the government sends agents to retrieve this comic, do you give it to them, or do you deny all knowledge? And if that comic tells of secret cities on Mars, mutant mind slaves, infinite power in a bottle, four people left to die on the Martian plain, that comic would be Para Troop! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 CPM MANGA LODOSS WAR: THE GREY WITCH #2 by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada Continuing the all new manga adventures of Deedlit, Parn, and the rest of the Lodoss War cast! There's dissension in the ranks as Etoh, Ghim and Slayn argue over which course of action the group should take. Parn and Deedlit opt out of the discussion, and Parn relates a lost tale of his past. His trip down memory lane is cut short, though, when a band of trolls attacks our heroes. All new original story and art. b&w, 32pg $2.95 SLAYERS #3 by Hajime Kanzaka & Rui Araizumi While taking a much-needed break from adventuring, Lina and Gourry get wind of an object of incredible value. It seems that there is a royal heirloom that Prince Brochion is passing on to his brother, Prince Luherdo. The secrecy surrounding the object and its value is just too much to pass up, and Lina and Gourry decide to find out what the fuss is all about. Surprises galore this issue! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MIDNIGHT PANTHER: FEUDAL FANTASY #4 by Yu Asagiri In the heat of battle, in an effort to protect Kei from bodily harm, her lover, the black panther, is shot! There will be hell to pay as Kei goes on the rampage seeking revenge for his injuries. Meanwhile, in an effort to gather more information on their opponents, Sonya uses her feminine wiles to coax more details from the men, using certain "special" methods. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 LEGEND OF LEMNEAR #12 by Kinji Yoshimoto & Satoshi Urushihara Lemnear and Co. come across a quaint little town but are shocked by what they find there-all the inhabitants have been slaughtered! And all evidence suggests that neither the gilamen nor magic were responsible for the massacre. They come to the hard, shocking truth that one of their own group is responsible for the carnage that befell the group of innocents. Find out who right here! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 CPM Manga X UROTSUKIDOJI: LEGEND OF THE OVERFIEND #6 by Toshio Maeda SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 Bare Bear Press DEMON BEAST INVASION: THE FALLEN #4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 CPM Comics Specials MD GEIST 3-PACK Get all three issues of the original M.D. Geist mini-series for one special low price! Three issues, 24 pages each. Quantities are limited. Set (x3) $6.95 PROJECT A-KO 2 3-PACK Get all three issues of the original Project A-ko 2 mini-series for one special low price! Three issues, 24 pages each. Quantities are limited. Set (x3) $6.95 PROJECT A-KO VS. THE UNIVERSE 5-PACK Get all five issues of the original Project A-ko Vs. The Universe mini-series for one special low price! Five issues, 24 pages each. Quantities are limited. Set (x5) $11.95 LEGEND OF LEMNEAR 6-PACK Get all six issues of the original Legend of Lemnear mini-series for one special low price! The entire first story arc presented here as a set at well below cover prices! Six issues, 32 pages each. Quantities are limited. Set (x6) $14.95 ************************* CRUCIAL COMICS RAT BASTARD #6 by The Huja Bros. The unstoppable Anarcat implements Otto Von Spam's retribution from beyond the grave as it continues its quest to destroy Rosco, SMElvis, and eventually the entire Manhattan Empire! Rosco struggles to survive the Anarcat's onslaught while facing numerous attempts on his life by angry Vengeance Day celebrants. Has he seen his last sunset? Find out as the sun goes down on Lowtown's deadliest day of the year! FC, 32pg $1.95 DAVDEZ ARTS, INC. LOST HEROES #5/6 by Rob Prior The exciting, butt-kicking conclusion to the first arc of Lost Heroes in an exciting graphic novel format. Matt finally gets his act and the remnants of the team (with some never-before-seen members) together to bring doom in GATU and Emens. But the bad guys have a few surprises of their own, and GATU really wants MATT dead. Osiris, the god of life and death, has more than he can handle. SC, 56pg, FC (Note Price) $7.95 DARK ISLAND/DEMON HUNTER TP by Barry Blair & Colin Chan The exciting conclusion to both the Dark Island and Demon Hunter series combined in one graphic novel. In the 4th segment of Dark Island, Kathleen, now truly the "jack," must learn to use her super powers to destroy AZKE. With the aid of Robin, Uncle Amish, and little Adin, she must unite the tribes of Faerie to prevent the Dark Lord from securing Manhattan and eliminating mankind. In the final three-part Demon Hunter, Hunter Gordon finds himself in the Amazon learning the truth of his parent's death. He is forced to the realization that the "demon" his parents fought against their whole lives is real, and it's very extra-terrestrial SC, 200pg, FC $12.95 LEGEND OF THE ELFLORD GN VOL. 1 by Barry Blair & Colin Chan The evil Nendo has teamed up with General Kritzler and Lady Bai Mao to loose the Srith People, the dreaded lizardmen, on Hawk and his elfin comrades. The Skytorn mountains where the Righteous Warriors are making their stand may not be as impenetrable as Hawk thought. Windblade, escaping to warn Hawk is recaptures beginning the battle for the elfin way of life. SC, 112pg, FC $11.95 DEATH COMICS BETTY: BOUND FOR PLEASURE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.95 MALICE In the tradition of Heavy Metal, this illustrated magazine features the most disturbing stories imaginable. First is "Sacrifice" by CJ Henderson, Ben Fogletc and Scott Goodel. The second story is "The Deposit Man," written by Cary Coatney, with art by Dan White and Ed Menje; and "Stuffed and Mounted," written by Fara Moore, with art by John Nguyen and Israel Munez. Cover by Jillian Suzanne. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $4.50 DEE VEE PRESS DEE VEE #10 It's 12 more months 'til the new millennium, but Dee Vee's celebrating early! It's double figures and double measures at the "End of Year Two" birthday bash! Eddie Campbell pulls out the cork on another full-bodied Alec, and spills it all over the world of art, while White and Single raise a glass to the end of It's A Lot Like Life. Michael Evans throws back the Bucks Fizz in part three of Winter, and Marcus Moore's asleep at the cab rank in Road. They're gonna regret this in the morning... MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 DRAWBRIDGE STUDIOS AVELON #5 by Blaine Loyd & Ricardo Boronat THE WAY OF THE WYLDEN-The second chapter of Avelon is presented in one massive volume. With an all-new story and brand new characters, find out what fateful events shape the destiny of a young, naive actress named Ashlynne, and how she transforms herself into a strong-willed lady. Cover by Drew Hayes. SC, 112pg, b&w (Note Price) $5.95 DRAWN & QUARTERLY THE NEW YORK DIARY by Julie Doucet Available for the holiday season is Julie Doucet's longest and most ambitious story in one beautifully produced cloth-bound hardcover edition. The New York Diary documents, in compelling and graphic detail, the events in Doucet's life during a six-month period in 1991. She packs her bags and moves to New York to be with her new boyfriend, an aspiring cartoonist himself, who takes Julie into his upper west side apartment. But the excitement of this new beginning is short-lived; gradually, her boyfriend's overbearing jealousy becomes more evident, and the confines of her surroundings suffocating. Rounding out this collection are two more stories that complete the obsessive-boyfriend triptych: the sad and revealing "My First Time," and "Julie in Junior College." Available in regular and signed and numbered hardcover editions. MATURE READERS REG.-HC, 104pg, b&w $24.95 S&N-HC, 104pg, b&w $34.95 DREAMER COMICS SOJOURN #8: THE HUNT by Christopher T. Gerow & Jim Somerville Tired of being on the defensive, Aurora and C.T. decide it's time to confront their enemies. But who to go after first? Conscience? Telal? Sebastian? If Aurora were concentrating on the problem at hand, rather than the date with her new friend Thomas, the decision might be easier. FC $3.15 DREAMRIDERS WORKSHOP PERIPHERY #1 Periphery features a wide variety of creator-owned stories. 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Meanwhile in Chimera, Tobalt, Gen, and their pirate companions are forced underground into the vampyre graves in order to escape the Dragon's cultists, but of course, they're not alone! And in Anna, the daughter of Kostya brings the harrowing tale of her life in Persia, and the death of her family, to a close. b&w, 72pg $4.00 TRANQUILITY #4 To complete her mission, Tranquility has to fight her way through the horror- fraught cathedral of St. Androgyne's Church of the Emasculate Gestation, a cadre of hemaphroditic religious fanatics hell-bent on hastening the moon toward Genetic Apocalypse! Plus-the rift between Tranquility and Rodney grows as the Armies of Rage plot to bring in our heroine... dead or alive! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.50 DYNAMIC FORCES Alternates for Everyone! Each Dynamic Forces Exclusive Alternate Cover Edition now comes bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. Even the unsigned versions have all the special packaging you're used to in Dynamic Forces limited edition autographed comics! GAMBIT DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #1 He's one of the most popular X-Men and has previously starred in two highly successful mini-series. Now, Gambit's getting his own continuing series, and Dynamic Forces is marking the event with a special alternate cover from artist Steve Skroce. Also available signed by Skroce and Fabian Nicieza. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) REG.-FC $6.95 S&N-FC $29.75 THE COVEN DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #1 Cover by co-creator Ian Churchill. Also available signed by Churchill. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) REG.-FC $6.95 S&N-FC $19.95 DARKCHYLDE: THE LEGACY DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE SAN DIEGO BIKINI EDITION #1 This is the limited edition Darkchylde creator Randy Queen created for the 1998 San Diego Comic Con International. Also available signed by Queen. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) REG.-FC $25.00 S&N-FC $34.95 DANGER GIRL DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL EDITION #6 Done by Mr. Danger Girl himself...J. Scott Campbell. Don't miss this once-in-a- lifetime opportunity. Also available signed by Danger Girl creator J. Scott Campbell. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) REG.-FC $10.00 S&N-FC $19.95 CRIMSON DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE HARD-TO-GET FOIL COVERS #7 The gold foil versions of the three alternate covers for Crimson #7 done by Humberto Ramos, J. Scott Campbell, and Joe Madureira. Order this item singly and receive a random choice of the variant. Or order this in the three-pack, and get the Humberto Ramos cover signed by Ramos! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) SINGLE.-FC $10.00 PACK-Set (x3) $29.95 DIVINE RIGHT GLOW-IN-THE-DARK INCENTIVE COVER SIGNED #6 Remember when WildStorm offered Divine Right #6 with a special incentive - one out of every 25 covers would be a glow-in-the dark variant? These comics are now very hard to get, but DF ordered enough to get a lot of the variants, and had Jim Lee himself sign it to boot! Limited Quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A UNCANNY X-MEN DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #360 35th anniversary issue! Part one of the return of Kitty Pryde, Nightcrawler, and Colossus. Drawn by Jae Lee! FC $6.95 O/A X-MEN DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #80 35th anniversary issue! Part two of the return of Kitty Pryde, Nightcrawler, and Colossus. Drawn by Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti! (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 ************** ASH LIMITED EDITION COMMEMORATIVE OMNICHROME COVER The rare omnichrome edition of the hard-to-get Ash #1. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $15.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE BLOODCHROME COVER #2 Remember...#2's usually sell out right away because they're underordered, and then they're impossible to get later. Well a #2 Chrome cover is even harder to get, especially for an ultra-hot comic like Buffy the Vampire Slayer! Limited Quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $14.95 STONE LIMITED EDITION ALTERNATE COVER #1 This rare alternate cover was hardly available anywhere and sold out everywhere it was. Unless you have one handy from a local convention, this will be one of the few places you can get one. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $15.00 HEROES REBORN: THE RETURN DAVE DEVRIES PAINTED LIMITED EDITION ALTERNATE COVER #1 Originally only available as a mail-order offer from a retailer in the Midwest! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 DYNAMIC FORCES HOLIDAY VARIANT COVER PACK For the holidays, DF is presenting one of their most generous variant cover packs - a lucky seven comics per set with four hard-to-get back issues and three random alternate cover or variant covers. 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Set (x3) $9.95 BABYLON 5: IN VALEN'S NAME SET #1-3 SIGNED & NUMBERED Issue #1 is signed by Babylon 5 creator J. Michael Straczynski, and issues #2-3 are signed by writer Peter David. Limited to 750 sets. (CAUT: 2) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #2 (Feb98) Set $59.95 Marvel Comics MARVEL'S HEROES RETURN: THE FULL PACKAGE Featuring the alternate Sunburst covers for Captain America #1, Fantastic Four #1, Iron Man #1, and Avengers #1. Plus, Captain America #1 is signed by Mark Waid and Ron Garney, and Avengers #1 is signed by artist George Pérez. Also includes the entire four-issue Heroes Reborn: The Return mini series and Thor #1. Limited quantities (CAUT: 2) Set (x9) $29.99 Other Signed Comics CRIMSON ADAM WARREN ALTERNATE COVER #1 SIGNED Signed by writer Brian Augustyn. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DIVINE RIGHT EUROPEAN TOUR EDITION HOLOCHROME COVER #1 SIGNED & NUMBERED Limited edition. FC $19.95 O/A DIVINE RIGHT EUROPEAN TOUR EDITION #1 SIGNED Signed by writer/artist/creator Jim Lee. FC $29.95 O/A WITCHBLADE ACTION FIGURES SIGNED & NUMBERED Witchblade's Sara Pezzini and other characters come to life with these striking action figures created by Moore Action Collectibles! Each figure comes signed by sculptor Clayburn Moore and is strictly limited to only 2,500 pieces. WITCHBLADE-Figure $29.95 MEDIEVAL WITCHBLADE- Figure $29.95 KENNETH IRONS- Figure $29.95 NOTTINGHAM- Figure $29.95 O/A TOP COW/M.A.C. 4-PACK ACTION FIGURE SET Now you can have all four exciting Witchblade action figures-at a package price- with each signed by sculptor Clayburn Moore. The set is strictly limited to 500. NOTE: This set is not necessarily limited to the first 500 of the 2,500 limited figures. Set (x4) $109.95 *************** EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS EDDIE CAMPBELL'S BACCHUS #40 by Eddie Campbell Campbell continues his revival of the half-forgotten literary form, the "short story," with another cunningly crafted punch line ending in the 1001 Nights of Bacchus. Plus, Hermes versus the Eyeball Kid in "Stick This Up Yer Keister, Angel of Death," and Alec - some old, some new. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 EGMONT/FLEETWAY LIMITED 2000 AD #1122-1123 21st century hitmen Sinister Dexter fight an undead zombie army in "Smoke & Mirrors" by Dan Abnett and David Bircham. Missionary Man fights for his very soul in the final chapters of "Goin' South" by Gordon Rennie and Alex Ronald. Plus, pulse-pounding action with future cop Judge Dredd, one-off tales of Pulp Science Fiction, and more. Weekly. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $2.95Ea. 2000 AD #1124 Britain's award-winning sci-fi comic gets 50% bigger in this special festive issue! Sinister Dexter makes a killing when they pick out gifts in "'Twas the Fight Before Christmas" by Dan Abnett and Steve Yeowell. The deep-space hospital Mercy Heights returns, while Judge Dredd has a very unhappy holiday season. All this, plus Missionary Man and a sneak preview of 2000 Ads thrills to come in 1999. (CAUT: 4) FC, 48pg (Note Price) $4.95 2000 AD #1125 Britain's premier comic gets a headstart on the New Year with an all-new set of stunning stories and awesome art. Judge Dredd is investigated for sexual misconduct in "The Scorpion Dance" by John Wagner and John Burns. Sci-fi swashbuckler Nikolai Dante has a ball in "The Masque of Death" by Robbie Morrision and Charlie Adlard. Also, 21st century hitmen Sinister Dexter, and much more! (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $2.95Ea. JUDGE DREDD MAGAZINE #49 Featuring three new stories in this crime and punishment anthology. Judge Dredd tries to solve the riddle of "Grud's Big Day" by Alan Grant, Andrew Currie, and Steve Tappin. Jesse Custer recounts the twisted story of his upbringing in Preacher by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon (reprinted from the acclaimed DC series). Plus a bonus Dredd story in glorious monochrome. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS FC, 52pg $6.95 EL CAPITAN STRAY BULLETS #18 by David Lapham SEX AND VIOLENCE: Part 2- Amy Racecar is back! Hired to keep tabs on the wife of millionaire Alistair Worthington, Amy gets sucked into a twisted web of murder, sex, depravity, debauchery, corruption, sex, and... um... weird sex. Lots of sick stuff that may prove to be too much for even Amy to handle. Maybe she'll end up in the loony bin... or dead! Either is possible (and probably likely). This is Amy Racecar we're talking about... Duh! Where have you been? Get with the program... Sheesh! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 STRAY BULLETS: AMY/VIRGINIA COLOR T-SHIRT Offered for the first time, the very cool Stray Bullets Amy Racecar/Virginia Applejack Color T-Shirt. This premium heavy-weight ringer T-shirt is white with green trim, full-color artwork, and X-Large, one-size-fits-you-or-not. XL $18.95 ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTORS/WIZARD AUTHENTIC The Wizard Authentic program is a premium line of exclusive autographed copies featuring the top comic book creators in the industry. All Wizard Authentic editions are packaged in Mygards bearing an official Wizard hologram and Certificate of Authenticity. DANGER GIRL LITHO They're sexy. They're deadly. They're the Danger Girls! Cliffhanger's trio of tantalizing anti-terrorists appear in a new Danger Girl lithograph featuring all-original art by J. Scott Campbell! Measuring an ample 22" x 28", this steamy print features the three main characters preparing for a covert mission! Printed on thick, archival quality paper, the Danger Girls are simply begging to be framed and hung! (CAUT: 2) Lithograph, FC, 22x28 $24.95 FANTASTIC FOUR #1/2 SIGNED It's a way cool and impossible to find #1/2 issue! Picking up from Fantastic Four #1, this special edition features an original story written by Ralph Macchio and drawn by Ron Lim. This story actually takes place in FF continuity! This limited Fantastic Four #1/2 is signed by artist Ron Lim and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.95 X-MEN #1/2 SIGNED It's all the mutant excitement you expect from the X-Men in a new, original #1/2 issue written by Todd Dezago! And explosive art by Mike Wieringo makes the action come alive. We have a rare, variant cover edition signed by Mike Wieringo, and each signed edition comes with a Certificate of Authenticity from Wizard Authentic! (CAUT: 2) FC $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE TENTH #1 LIMITED EDITION SIGNED You can get this all-new The Tenth #1 with a rare, exclusive variant cover signed by Daniel himself! FC (Note Price) $14.95 O/A COVEN #2 EXCLUSIVE VARIANT GOLD FOIL COVER EDITION SIGNED When Awesome Comics published a rare, gold variant cover of The Coven #2, we were lucky enough to get artist Ian Churchill to sign a limited quantity of that original production. FC $19.95 O/A CRIMSON PLAGUE #1 EXCLUSIVE VARIANT COVER SIGNED Crimson Plague artist and comic book legend George Pérez has teamed with Wizard Authentic to sign a limited quantity of our very own exclusive variant cover of Crimson Plague #1. FC $19.95 O/A SUPREME #41 LIMITED EXCLUSIVE VARIANT COVER EDITION SIGNED It's the Supreme collectible when veteran comic book writer Alan Moore signs a very exclusive variant cover of Supreme #41! FC $19.95 O/A ASH #1/2 SIGNED The heroic fire-fighter turned crime-fighting superhero stars in an explosive, new, two-part story. You can own a Wizard Authentic edition of this limited comic signed by Ash artist and co-creator Jimmy Palmiotti. FC $19.95 O/A DV8 #1/2 SIGNED The DV8 crew learns the evils of alcohol the hard way when they play the grossest drinking game of all in the special Wizard Authentic edition DV8 #1/2! And you're the lucky one, because this exclusive variant edition features a silver foil cover signed by writer Warren Ellis! FC (Note Price) $14.95 ************************** EVENT COMICS ASH #1: FIRE AND CROSSFIRE by James Robinson, Joe Quesada, & Jimmy Palmiotti FIRE AND CROSSFIRE: Part 1 (of 5)- Now an ongoing series! As a new group of super-villains prepares to wreak havoc, Ash contemplates his life as both a superhero and a firefighter, and wonders whether he should choose between the two. Such choices must wait, however, when Ash's mother's building has been bombed, and she is thrown into a coma! This leads to a series of explosions, and the realization that Ash's voluntary heroics and chosen profession may be forever linked! Also available is a limited edition of this debut issue, signed by Ash co-creators (and comic gods) Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti. REG.-FC, 32pg $2.95 S&N- FC, 32pg $24.95 THE ASH #1 OMNICHROME COMMEMORATIVE PRESS SHEET This is an extremely cool uncut, unfolded press sheet to the ULTRA HOT Omnichrome cover of Ash #1! Only a handful of the print run are available in this uncut, unfolded format. This press sheet is ready to be matted and framed and is sure to hold a treasured place in your collection! Also available is a limited version, signed by both Ash co-creators Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti, and limited to 2,000 copies. REG.-FC $4.95 S&N-FC $19.95 ASH/RIPCLAW LITHOGRAPH This limited edition, 24" x 36" lithograph features both Ash and Top Cow's cool character Ripclaw. Here is your chance to get this beautiful piece of artwork in lithograph format. Only a few hundred are left, so don't miss out! Lithograph FC, 24x36 $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PAINKILLER JANE/THE DARKNESS: ONE-SHOT RARE ALTERNATE COVER The classic story from Garth Ennis, Joe Quesada, Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner is available one final time from Event Comics! Only 7,500 copies were made, and only a few hundred are left! FC, 32pg $12.95 **************** EXCEL GRAPHICS OVERMEN by John Warren & Daniel Pattrick Rice What if super-powered beings weren't just Comic Book fiction? An evil force systematically wipes out the families of a group of super-human beings called the Overmen, forcing them to deal with the all-to-human emotions of pain, sorrow, and madness. Cover by Clarke Hawbaker. b&w, 24pg $2.95 PARACOPS #1 by Fredd Archer III, Mark McElligott, & John Warren Dangerous times call for desperate measures. ParaCops is a Para Human branch of the police force, formed to battle the ever-increasing number of Para Criminals. In this issue, they battle an Alien onslaught over the city of Buffalo, N.Y. Cover by Clarke Hawbaker. b&w, 24pg (1 of 2) $2.95 EXHIBIT A PRESS WOLFF & BYRD: COUNSELORS OF THE MACABRE #22 by Batton Lash 'Tis the season for office parties. Attorneys Alanna Wolff and Jeff Byrd have a client who's a demon grappling with its personal "humans," but the real hell is raised by the festivities of "the guilty parties." Featuring Chase Hawkins, the Associates of Portia, and, of course, W&B's intrepid secretary Mavis. Plus, a surprise guest pinup! Bimonthly. b&w, 24pg $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WOLFF & BYRD COUNSELORS OF THE MACABRE CASE FILES TPS by Batton Lash Got a client from Hell-literally? Vampire suing you for reckless endangerment? Turn to Wolff & Byrd, lawyers for the supernatural, counselors...of the macabre! VOL. 2-SC, b&w, 96pg $9.95 VOL. 3- SC, b&w, 96pg $9.95 VOL. 4- SC, 96pg, b&w $10.95 ******************** FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS: BLACK HOLE #6 by Charles Burns Keith and his pals go to a suburban high school party and take hits of "windowpane," a mistake which Keith becomes painfully aware of once the hallucinations set in. LSD-fueled panic ensues, and he heads for the woods. Hallucinations abound, images of bound-and-gagged figures whiz byŠ until suddenly, a severed human arm lays on the ground, and Keith realizes it isn't a hallucination. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $4.50 THE COMICS JOURNAL #210 Montage cover by Spiegelman, Herriman, Schulz, Crumb, & Various The Comics Journal proudly announces the Top 100 Comics of the 20th Century, a wide-ranging and eclectic list of the best the medium has offered in the last ten decades-there's sure to be controversy and talk about this one, so compare your opinion with some of the best writers on comics in comics! Also, a prestigious panel of comics scholars and professionals dissect and analyze the comics medium in our Understanding Comics special section-what has Scott McCloud's seminal book meant to our understanding of the art form five years down the line? Don't forget the news and reviews which have helped the Journal become the voice of the comics medium! MATURE READERS Magazine, 152pg, b&w (Note Price) $7.95 DEATH & CANDY #1 by Max Andersson Don't miss the creepiest debut of 1998 from Zero Zero contributor Max Andersson. In "The Excavation," a man goes to visit his family, only to find ruins where his house once stood. Entering the site, he finds traces of human excrements, still warm; in "Wreck-Boy," the eponymous star sells himself to be used as a human depository for a bomb in order to buy a toy; and finally, in "Car-Boy's Garden," Car-Boy buries his parents after a freak accident, only to find meat- trees grow in their place... MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.95 LIZARD ZEN by Vaughn Bodé Focusing on Da Bodé's more philosophical work, Lizard Zen collects for the first time the cream of his rarest underground press work, including the lush and legendary Douglas advertisements; strips for the East Village Other and Gothic Blimp Works; and the full-color "Coco Crow" comic from The Funny Papers. Also appearing is the classic title work, "Lizard Zen," from National Lampoon. Includes a wraparound Cheech Wizard cover and a rare Cheech Wizard strip! MATURE READERS SC, 48pg, PC $9.95 LUBA #4 by Gilbert Hernandez Gilbert's most popular and endearing character has settled down in the U.S. For the first time in her life, she has a nine-to-five job and is forced to make ends meet in order to support her family. Gilbert traces an average day (by Luba's standards) from her job at the immigration office to home, exploring her relationships with her husband and children in a way Hernandez fans have ever seen. Sheds dramatic new insight into the life and heart of one of comics most complex and guarded characters. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 PENNY CENTURY #4 by Jaime Hernandez Find out why Jaime Hernandez is one of the most important cartoonists of the last 20 years with this stand-alone issue of several shorts. First off, Hopey is back, but instead of exhibiting her usual devil-may-care attitude about life, we find her embracing her patriotic duty by working the polls for a local election. Huh?! Meanwhile, Penny's #1 man-Ray-runs into a couple of hot numbers at three in the morning. What's Penny gonna think about that, eh? And just who the hell is Guy Goforth? MATURE READERS b&w. 24pg $2.95 POGO VOLUME 10 by Walt Kelly The critically-acclaimed reprint series enters the golden years of the Pogo dailies with a stretch running from March to October 1953. First up, the incredibly compelling McCarthy/red-baiting sequence as the residents of Okefenokee Swamp foil the plans of Deacon Mushrat, Simple J. Malarkey, and Mole Maccarony. Then, some lovingly drawn hijinks featuring Albert the Alligator eating an "Amoeba" and a proposed conversation to an all-October calendar. Finally, a classic long comic tale of Roogey Batoon's claim to have made the Louisiana Purchase! Foreword by noted comics historian R.C. Harvey. SC, 8x11, 88pg, b&w $9.95 THE EDDIE CAMPBELL PACK Four forgotten masterpieces from the co-creator of From Hell at an unbelievable package price-never to be offered again! In the Days of the Ace Rock 'n' Roll Club is a collection of Campbell's earliest published strips (pre-Alec). The Dead Muse finds Campbell acting as M.C. to a group of Australian cartoonists, and Little Italy and The Cheque, Mate collect short Campbell pieces from a variety of sources, mostly (but not all) autobiographical. Don't miss out. Three 32-page, b&w comic magazines and one 56-page, b&w comic. MATURE READERS Pack (x4) $8.95 NEW LOVE #1-6 PACK by Gilbert Hernandez Get a 1997 Harvey Award nominee for "Best New Series" in its entirety for 10 percent off the cover price! Gilbert Hernandez's first follow-up to Love & Rockets earned raves for its surreal, experimental stories with plenty of sex and humor. Anchored by the serial "Letters from Venus," about a vivacious young girl who loves comic books, the rest of New Love features Gilbert flexing his creative muscles with a dramatic array of short stories. Six, 24-page b&w comics. MATURE READERS Set(x6) $15.95 UNSUPERVISED EXISTENCE PACK (#2, #4-7) by Terry Laban Long before moving on to create dramatic stories for Vertigo and his humor stories for Dark Horse and Oni, Terry LaBan affectionately chronicled the day- to-day hassles of a sweet urban post-hippie couple and their oddball circle of friends. These issues feature the earliest appearance of Bob Cudd, later to star in the Fantagraphics and Dark Horse Cud series. Get the remaining issues of this LaBan classic now, because after this they'll join issues one and three in out- of-print heaven! Four 24-page, b&w comic magazines and one 32-page, b&w comic magazine. MATURE READERS Set (x5) $6.95 WHOA, NELLIE! #1-3 PACK by Jaime Hernandez Jaime Hernandez's all-ages wrestling extravaganza is pure comics fun, with the most spectacularly drawn fight scenes in recent comics history. Perfect for fans of wrestling, beautifully-drawn mainstream comics, kids, and longtime fans of Love & Rockets. Guest-starring Maggie (from L&R), Whoa, Nellie! will remind you why you loved comics so much. Lighthearted adventure for the whole family! Three 24-page b&w comics. Set (x3) $7.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE ACME NOVELTY LIBRARY CUSTOM FLOOR DISPLAY by Chris Ware Ten-time Harvey and Eisner Award-winner Chris Ware has personally designed this best-selling objet d'art, standing six feet tall and over three feet wide. The display can show off six copies each of not only the first eight issues of Acme Novelty Library, but-more importantly-has also been designed to stock any and all new issues through at least #15 (which won't be out until at least around the turn of the century, if that soon)! (STAR7872) Display $150.00 **************** Eros Comix All Eros Comix product is Adult Material and is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY by Rebecca (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pg, b&w $9.95 JAILBAIT #1 by Dementia (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 YOUNG WITCHES: EMPIRE OF SIN #3 by F. Solano Lopez & R. Barreiro (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 WENDY WHITEBREAD #1 5TH PRINTING by F. Solano Lopez & R. Barreiro (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w (Note Price) $3.50 BLONDE AVENGER PACK by Dave & Cindy R., & P.M. Butler (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x5) $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DIRTY STORIES by Various (STAR7446) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 112pg, b&w $12.95 EROS GN NOVEL 25: I WANT TO BE YOUR DOG by Ho Che Anderson (STAR3613) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 136pg, b&w $16.95 EROS GN 32: BOB FINGERMAN'S FINGER FILTH (STAR6706) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, b&w $16.95 ************************** Eros MangErotica THE ORIGINAL BONDAGE FAIRIES #2 by Kondom (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 SILKY WHIP #9 by Oh! Great (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 SECRET PLOT DEEP #7 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w $3.50 THE VOICE OF SUBMISSION #7 by Mashumaro Juubaori (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 MISTY GIRL EXTREME #2 2ND PRINTING SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w $2.95 THE GOD OF SEX2 5-PACK by Kazuki Taniuchi (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x5) $17.50 WINGDING ORGY HOT TAILS EXTREME #1-2ND PRINTING by Toshiki Yui (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 MANGEROTICA GN 6: SUPER TABOO GRAPHIC NOVEL VOL. 2 by Wolf Ogami (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 128pg, b&w $19.95 FATHOM PRESS STAIN #1 by Joseph, Specht, Tyler, & Beachum The best in black and white horror is here! In the debut issue, Time Tyler unleashes the legend of Frankenstein in "The Tomb of the Black Sea Dead"; Mike Joseph delivers the first installments of "Manifest" and "Crimson Splashes"; and pin-ups by Mark Beachum. Available in two covers - one by Tim Tyler, and the other by Tim Vigil. TYLER COVER-b&w, 32pg $3.00 VIGIL COVER-b&w, 32pg $3.00 FIREMAN PRESS SCUD: TALES FROM THE VENDING MACHINE #5 by Josh Mason & Jorge Pacheco Scud's always get their man. What happens when their "man" happens to be themselves? This Disposable Assassin becomes the butt of a prank after he becomes his own primary target. Suicide has never been funnier! Jorge Pacheco is known for his animated MAD magazine style, giving this bloody tale a very "Saturday morning" look. This story was written by Josh Mason, a sixteen year old fan of Scud. Witness the premiere of this young talented writer. b&w, 24pg $2.50 GEAR #2 by Douglas TenNapel The second issue of Gear explores the hometown of the four incompetent cats. The cat townÌs giant robot guardian is attacked by a gargantuan mechanical insect. The whole town is thrown into a panic as they wait for the heroic return of the bumbling cats sent to bring back a Giant Killer Robot protecter. In this issue we promise a bird shot through the heart, two giant robot fights, and Simon's twisted account of heaven! Gear is still brilliantly written and drawn by Douglas TenNapel, the creator of Earthworm Jim! b&w, 24pg (2 of 6) $2.95 FELIX COMICS FELIX THE CAT BLACK & WHITE #5 In this Holiday/Winter issue, Felix and his friends celebrate the holiday season! Wait until you see what Felix does when a big winter storm is about to hit his hometown. Baby Felix is also back in his second comic book story. This issue also features the debut of The Squishees! As always, this issue is chock full of games, puzzles and fan pages. Righty-O! b&w, 32pg $1.95 FISHER MEDIA PUBLICATIONS THE MANY REINCARNATIONS OF LAZARUS #1 by Zak Hennessey The Lords of the Dead are marching across the land, destroying everything in their wake and mankind's only resistance, the Survivors, seem unable to stop them. Meanwhile, far to the East, a secret cult is attempting to bring back the hero of prophecy, Lazarus, to confront his former masters, and save humanity. Bimonthly. b&w $3.00 FLYING COLORS FLYING COLORS 10TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL An anthology collected to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Flying Colors store of Concord, CA! Packed with all-new comics by Eisner nominees Jeff Nicholson and Jon "Bean" Hastings as well as new stuff from Ken Hooper, JB Bonivert, and Carlos Saldana. Plus pin-ups from fan favorites Andi Watson, Jeff Johnson, and superstar Jim Lee. To top it all off, Stan "The Man" Lee sends a special message to all comics fans. And, of course, a fanzine section with photos, sketches, and memories of the first ten years at Flying Colors. b&w, 32pg $2.95 FULL BLEED STUDIOS PITT #20 by Richard Pace & Dale Keown Three strange and powerful beings gather to bear witness to what may be the last battle of Pitt's life! The extra dimensional necromancer, Urgral Thul, has arrived in our reality to devour the very essence of the Creed hybrid, and Pitt has faced nothing like the demonic onslaught of this foul creature before. The time-traveling Jareb's prophecy has at last come true, and his words echo in Pitt's mind. "Urgral Thul desires more than your death Pitt - it wants your soul!" MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.50 PITT 1999 CALENDAR The first-ever Pitt calendar with all artwork from Dale Keown, including some painted pieces. Calendar $9.95 G.T. LABS WILD PERSON IN THE WOODS Wild animals, detective work, and danger make this story of orangutan research in Borneo more thrilling than a Tarzan movie-but this jungle tale is all true! Wild Person In The Woods gives a completely self-contained story from the upcoming book Dignifying Science, and features artwork by Anne Timmons (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine) and writing by Eisner nominee and Xeric Grant winner Jim Ottaviani (Two-Fisted Science). b&w, 24pg $2.50 GALAXY PUBLISHING FORBIDDEN ZONE #1 The masters of science fantasy comix unite for this new razor hot 96-page color magazine! Space babes, demonsm gritty future cops, and horny robits are featured in stories like you've never seen before, all with a Pulp Fiction edge. Guided by acclaimed illustrator Arthur Sdyam, Forbidden Zone will be a big, fat bimonthly showcase for great American talent. This month: "Deadgirls" by Joseph Linsner, "Giants" by Simon Bisley, "Angel of Andromeda" by Richard Corben, "M80" by Bob Burden," Galaxy Girls" by Larry Stroman, "Hey Good Lookin'" by Suydam, and more! Printed on quality glossy paper. Bimonthly. MATURE READERS. FC, 96pg $5.95 GAMES WORKSHOP WARHAMMER MONTHLY #10 Warhammer Monthly is Games Workshop's all-action comic from the dark and gothic worlds of Warhammer and Warhammer 40K! In this issue: The Samos Sanction is a brilliant action-packed comic strip from Bill Kaplan and Jeff Rebner. In the first chapter, a Vindicare Assassin, one of the Emperor's most lethal servants, is dispatched to end a rebellion on the planet of Free Samos by any means necessary. ALSO: Kev Walker's Daemonifuge continues; Paul Davidson's Dwarflords use all their wits to battle through the realm of the Chaos Dwarfs (their most ancient and bitter enemies); and Shadowfast battles the foul Skaven in the latest epic episode by Michael Browne and Simon Harrison! b&w, 36pg $2.95 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING THE GUIDE: THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE UPDATE #2 After a summer on the convention trail researching and documenting the industry, The Guide is back with Bob Overstreet's essential update of comic book prices and wait until you hear the news! Have prices gone up? Have they done down again? What's hot? What's not? It's incredible! It's amazing! And you're just going to have to get The Guide #2 to find out what we're talking about! The Guide #2 comes packed with more than just prices! Included in this issue are Bob Overstreet's exclusive market overview, additional Market Reports from retailers around the country, and a preview of the features you'll find in The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #29! b&w $2.95 EC Comics CRIME SUSPENSTORIES #26 Don't sleep on the subway, baby! Jack Kamen's cover kicks off another amazing issue of Crime SuspenStories, the comic that puts the bite back in crime. Kamen provides the art for "The Fixer" and "Comeback." Joe Orlando illustrates "Dead Center" and Reed Crandall draws "The Firebug." FC $2.50 FRONTLINE COMBAT #15 Final issue! Our Christmas present to you is the last issue of Harvey Kurtzman's acclaimed EC war title, a timeless classic originally presented in January 1954. Wally Wood provided the cover and lead story, "Perimeter." George Evans illustrated a great WWI ace story "McCudden," (a great precursor to the upcoming Aces High series). Jack Davis' art highlighted "Vengeful Sioux," and "Belts n' Celts" was created by John Severin. FC $2.50 HAUNT OF FEAR #26 Special charming domesticity issue! "Ghastly" Graham Ingels provided the cover and the cover story, "Marriage Vow." Reed Crandall, recently profiled in Comic Book Marketplace, illustrated "The Shadow Knows." Jack Kamen (whose work will soon be featured in Impact!) and Jack Davis also contributed features to this issue! FC $2.50 VALOR #5 Final issue! The five-issue run of this spectacular series comes to a close with another hard-hitting dose of action, adventure and Valor! This issue includes "Dangerous Animal" by Wally Wood, "Important Man" by Graham Ingels, "Treasure from Xanadu" by Bernie Krigstein, and "Day of Reckoning" by Al Williamson & George Evans! Cover by Wally Wood. FC $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PANIC! PACK Includes all six issues of the series! The only original knock-off of MAD was MAD's own sister publication, Panic! In comic book format, just like the first 23 issues of MAD, and featuring many of the same creators, Panic was the only authorized rip-off! Set (x6) $15.00 STARS OF THE MONTH EC New Direction Sets NEW DIRECTION SET 1: M.D. HC With these taut tales by Joe Orlando, George Evans, Reed Crandall, Johnny Craig, Graham Ingels and others, if you don't think a comic about surgeons, nurses and patients could hold your attention, you owe it to yourself to check out a medical practice with an EC twist! (STAR1391) HC $20.00 NEW DIRECTION SET 1: PSYCHOANALYSIS HC Follow the trials and tribulations of three different patients through this series, a bizarre-but-classic experience featuring the work of EC virtuoso Jack Kamen! Weird stuff! (STAR1396) HC $20.00 NEW DIRECTION SET 2: ACES HIGH HC George Evans' aviation art of WWI combat highlights this EC series! If you liked his work in Two-Fisted Tales, Piracy, or the classic EC horror books, don't dare miss this action-fest! This single volume collects all five issues of this stellar series! (STAR1395) HC $20.00 Overstreet Price Guides THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE-28TH EDITION by Robert M. Overstreet; covers by Murphy Anderson The most recent prices from Bob Overstreet set off a wave of controversy. Now find out why! The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #28 is a perennial blockbuster, and now it's better than ever with a newly redesigned front section. Also, find out why DC's greatest characters were "Built To Last," get a retro-view of what the '90s were supposed to be like, and see what all the fuss is about in "Friends of Lulu Sound Off." JLA COVER (STAR7591) $18.00 QUALITY HEROES COVER (STAR7592) $18.00 HAKE'S PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS-2ND EDITION by Ted Hake Even bigger and better than the First Edition, this book now comes jam-packed with more than 7,000 photo-illustrated entries of toys and related collectibles from 350 different characters and more than 100 categories of collectibles! All- new articles, pricing information and an extensive, highly-detailed, and a new color section. (STAR7934) SC, 7x10, 600+pg $24.95 THE OVERSTREET TOY RING PRICE GUIDE THIRD EDITION by Robert M. Overstreet More than 4,000 photo-illustrated entries! Articles, information and prices about highly collectible (yet affordable) rings! (STAR6904) SC $20.00 PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO COMICS VOL. 2 K-Z Covering releases from the earliest Golden Age comics to the dawn of the Silver Age with plenty of photographic reproduction of comic covers. (STAR0177) HC, 10 x 14 $75.00 GETTOSAKE COMICS CHOCOLATE THUNDER SPECIAL WITH ASHCAN #1 The first explosive issue of Chocolate Thunder is now being offered in regular comic book format with new pages, new Halftone effects, and an awesome new wrap- around cover by Robert Love. Plus, each issue comes with an eight-page ashcan featuring a sneak peek at upcoming storylines and an introduction to the major characters. b&w, 32pg $2.95 GLADSTONE UNCLE SCROOGE #318 This month, the latest installment of Dan Rosa's ongoing Life and Times of Scrooge McDuck continues in "The Cowboy Captain of Cutty Sark" were the young future tycoon sails aboard the famous clipper off the coast of Java, at a most inopportune time. In "Financial Steps" Scrooge develops a selective amnesia and forgets the combination to his vault, so Donald must try to protect him from an unscrupulous psychoanalyst. Plus, a Carl Barks story "Wily Rival" and a rare Scrooge & Donald story by Willliam Van Horn NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Canada, and Australia. (CAUT: 3) FC, 64pg $6.95 WALT DISNEY COMICS #633 An all Donald Duck issue. First, the eleven-page "Creature Comforts" by William Van Horn where Donald and the boys clash with a famous big-game hunter who has his sights set on the creature haunting the woods of Duckburg. Then a reprint of the Carl barks favorite "Donald Duck's Best Christmas" which first appeared in the Firestone Giveaway comic of 1945. Then Donald and Uncle Scrooge star in a surprise Dan Rosa feature length story. With a vintage 1930's Disney Christmas cover. NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Canada, and Australia. (CAUT: 3) FC, 64pg $6.95 GREEN MAN PRESS BOOK OF BALLADS #1 HC Eisner Award winner Charles Vess presents 48 pages of original stories in a deluxe hardcover format to bring reader the best writer have to art. With contributions from Paul Chadwick, Jane Yolen, Emma Bull, and Vess himeself, you'll be carried through the mist covered fields of myth and magic. You'll meet a seal that becomes a man and seduces a mortal woman, the uglies witch in the North country, and the Devil himself leading a group of Englishmen on a merry chase through the brambles. Painted cover. HC, b&w $12.95 A FALL OF STARDUST by Various Neil Gaiman and Charles Vess continue their best-selling Stardust collaboration with a brand-new short story. Joining them will be a glittering array of world class artists offering their own visions of the Stardust universe - Dave McKean, Jeff Smith, Jill Thompson, M. Wm. Kaluta, Paul Chadwick, Sergio Aragonés, Geof Darrow, Terry Moore, Moebius, Mike Mignola, Linda Medley, Bryan Talbot, and a host of others providing painted art in the books portfolio section. A benefit to help defray medical costs associated with the severe spinal cord injuries sustained by Vess' wife in a car accident. Painted cover by Vess. FC, 48pg $5.95 GREY BLOSSOM SEQUENTIALS PAPER CINEMA: WAVES OF SPACE In this second Paper Cinema offering, Eli Wallach ventures into deep space on a secret mission to bring back new wealth for TERRA-CON, a consortium of large companies from Earth. It's a long trip, but it should be "well worth the effort!" b&w, 36pg $3.55 HAMLYN JUDGE DREDD NECROPOLIS by John Wagner Judge Dredd has quit and taken the Long Walk into the radioactive wasteland beyond the walls of mega-City One. He has been replaced by Kraken, a clone made from the same DNA as Dredd. But Kraken was once part of a plot to overthrow the Judges-can he now be trusted? (CAUT: 4) FC, 192pg $31.99 SLÁINE DEMON KILLER by Mills, Fabry, & Power Slaine is sent through time to Roman Britain, where he takes on the might of the Roman Empire in partnership with Boudica. But the Romans are aided by the demon Elfric, who has his own agenda for Slaine: to offer him up to the ancient dark gods of Cythrawl! (CAUT: 4) FC $20.99 HAPPY PREDATOR PRESS FRED THE POSSESSED FLOWER #1 by Happy THE PLANT BEHIND THE SCENES-Fred is the Ed Asner of the Underworld as two rival companies, Heaven and Hell, compete for the spiritual market share. Demonic bankruptcy is just around the corner as Fred temps for Hell's flunkies (the Toothfairy, Boogieman, and Cupid) who have gone on strike. By "The Artist Presently Known as Happy." Featuring a color claymation cover. b&w, 36pg $2.95 HARMON COMICS MAIDEN HELL #0 by Harmon, Sander, & Moy The ruling forces of nature collide in an unholy union, spawning a creature gifted with all the powers of both heaven and hell. When the between good and evil is threatened by the appearance of the son, the passionate blood of hell is mingled with the baptismal waters of heaven to create "Maiden Hell." Prisoner and sovereign to both halves of her nature, she is pushed from her birthplace to the realm of earth where she'll begin her quest for self-discovery, balance, and peace. b&w, 16pg $2.95 HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA 2999 A.D. MANGA ASHCAN by Kevin Lau This is not a preview, but an exclusive new story only available in this format! Sexy action at light speed... 1000 years in the future! It's Vampirella as you've never seen her before: manga-style! In the year 2999, Vampirella is the lone protector of Neo-Tokyo, guarding against the kamikaze attacks of Johnny Banzai and his killer robot army! Manga mega-sensation Kevin Lau creates this burning hot vision of the future-the Vampirella 2999 A.D. Manga Ashcan! Also available is a special Platinum Enhanced Leather Edition! Limited to 1,000. REG.-b&w, 16pg $7.95 LEATHER ED.-b&w, 16pg $14.95 VAMPIRELLA: HELL ON EARTH #1-ALTERNATE COVER by Grant, Small, & Martin This version of Vampirella: Hell on Earth #1 features an alternate cover by Jae (The Inhumans) Lee. Limited to only 2,500 copies. FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPIRELLA: CHROMIUM MINI-POSTERS by J. Scott Campbell & Louis Small Jr. The Chromium covers to these special edition Vampirella books are now available as uncut, mint condition Chromium mini-posters! Each flat sheet measures approximately 11" x 14" and is suitable for framing. Choose from Vampirella by J. Scott Campbell or Vampirella/Shi by Louis Small, Jr. VAMPIRELLA/CAMPBELL-Poster, FC, 14x21 $12.95 VAMPIRELLA & SHI/SMALL-Poster, FC, 14x21 $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LINSNER: VAMPIRELLA LITHOGRAPH #1 Painted by Joe Linsner Harris Comics and Joe Linsner are proud to present a new museum-quality lithograph featuring Linsner's beautiful painting of Vampirella. Each lithograph measures 12" x 16" and is limited to 1,500. Lithograph, FC, 12x16 $19.95 ********************** HARVEY HARVEY: THE MAGAZINE FOR KIDS #2 Harvey's biggest stars-Casper, Richie Rich, Baby Huey, Little Audrey, Little Lotta, Wendy the Witch, and others-are back in this all-new, slick full-color monthly magazine! Its comics combined with great illustrated children's stories, innovative new games, puzzles, kid's jokes, and many never-before-seen features, both entertaining and educational! Magazine, FC $2.95 HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE HEAVY METAL MARCH 1999 Featuring another Storm graphic novel along with Manara, Risson, and the continuation of Simon Bisley's Simon Coldwater. Cover by Royo. MATURE READERS Magazine $4.95 THE WOMEN OF MANARA by Milo Manara SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL HC, 80pg $16.95 F.A.K.K.2 ZIPPO LIGHTER A high-quality shiny-Zippo lighter with a full-color picture of one of the dangerous women of F.A.K.K.2 and the Heavy Metal logo. Lighter $29.95 F.A.K.K.2 MUG With a gorgeous full-color, yet Hellish scene from F.A.K.K.2, this black 110z. mug is almost too hot to handle! Mug $9.95 ILLUSTRATION STUDIO THE COMPLETE STEVE WORON CHECKLIST Don't miss the definitive trade paperback which traces Steve Woron's career from commercial illustration to Spectrum Comics' The Survivors. Included are his popular limited edition portfolios and prints. This heavily-illustrated volume features many unseen sketches and previously unpublished art. SC, 8x11, 36pg, b&w $6.99 IRONCAT DRAGON WARS #9 After saving the giant goblin, Lufiak of the Dragon Clan is ready to take on the evil Master Dragon. The Dark Force has been ominously spreading over the land for decades and now it is up to Lufiak and his recently entrusted sidekick Valdik the dragon to stop the scourge! b&w, 32pg $2.95 FUTABA-KUN CHANGE VOL. 1 #6 What better way to bring more harmony and friendship to the class then by having a good old fashioned folk dance. Only problem is, the wicked PE teacher who is in charge has thrown in a little twist - land mines!!! Also, the teacher who has a crush on Futaba takes this opportunity to try to get a little closer to the object of his affection. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 HYPER DOLLS #5 As the Giant Eel sucks up all of the city's energy, it begins to transform into a catfish. What better way to deal with this monster than having a giant fish fry?! Also, the Hyper Dolls are becoming more accustomed to life here on Earth and even meet their first girl friend named Shoko. Will she find out who they really are? b&w, 32pg $2.95 NEW VAMPIRE PRINCESS MIYU VOL. 3 #3 Delve deeper into the history of the Miyu Mythos. This issue begins the tale of how a young Larva came into contact with Miyu to begin with. He and Spartoi, the western shinma, set out to the east and are engaged by two Japanese Shinma Aoi and Ranka. b&w, 32pg $2.95 VIRTUAL BANG #5 The final installment of Miss Ippongi Bang's Manga Anthology. This is the story of Wang, a man in search of family, friends and an ancient Kung Fu technique and the three wishes that he is granted. The price he must pay is high as he is thrust into a battle against his teacher in order to save his teacher's wife and unborn child. Action as only Bang can bring it! b&w, 32pg (5 of 5) $2.95 Sexy Fruit FEMME KABUKI #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 OGENKI CLINIC VOL. 3 #4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 JACKHAMMER PRODUCTIONS MAXIMUM MANGA X MAGAZINE #2 by Lee Rumiko, Sky Owens, Jackhammer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL NUDE-b&w $3.95 XXX NUDE-b&w $5.95 DEVON MICHAELS MEGA CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set, FC $10.00 GIRLS OF RUMIKO XXX MEGA CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set, FC $10.00 JNCO COMICS BURNER #2 You've been given the power to create anything you can imagine...now what? These and other questions are answered as Jack reveals to Tommy the history and purpose of the "glow." Also, a sinister deal is made, and an anti-graffiti campaign sweeps Murcury City. And if that's not enough, things get real personal for Tommy as he is forced to rescue a friend in trouble. FC, 4x6, 32pg $1.99 THE GOOP #3 Action! Action! Action! When lunar tech hunters come out in full force, Zeek can't wait to take part in his first space battle. Lucky for him, the crew needs his help. The crew does its best to defend the goop, but, unfortunately, they learn that, sometimes, doing your best just doesn't cut it. FC, 4x6, 32pg $1.99 FLAMEHEAD #5 When "Coolest Kid on Earth" plans to take it to the next level, where else could he end up but in outer space? Flamehead's headed straight to the moon, and he's taking the whole gang with him! Join the team on this out-of-this-world adventure (groooan!) that will finally put to rest the question "Is the moon really made of cheese?" FC, 4x6, 32pg $1.99 KENZER & COMPANY KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #26 THE MASK OF EL RAVAGER-The Knights-BA, Brian, Bob, Dave and Sara-find themselves south of the border in B.A.'s CattlePunk campaign. ¡¡Viva los Caballos!! Plus: features and articles geared to the gamer's perspective. Voted "Best Gaming Magazine of 1997" at this year's Origins Con! b&w, 32pg $2.95 KITCHEN SINK PRESS J. O'BARR'S THE CROW #0: "A CYCLE OF SHATTERED LIVES" by James O'Barr & Various The Crow returns in a powerful, all-new 48-page comic book! This issue kicks off the new Crow series from Kitchen Sink Press, the only Crow series personally supervised by creator James O'Barr, who returns to the original Crow-Eric Draven-for the first time! O'Barr revisits Eric's shattered life in an illustrated short story that casts new light on the saga of Eric and Shelly! His tale leads off a powerful series of stories about the other Crows done by the original creators of those series: Joshua the Crow Indian from O'Barr's Dead Time, scripted by John Wagner with new art by Alexander Maleev; the first woman crow, environmental avenger Iris, from Flesh & Blood, brought back by James Vance; philosopher Michael Korby from Wild Justice by Jerry Prosser and Charles Adlard; and a dark return to the streets of Chinatown with Christopher Golden and Phil Hester's avenging cop Mark Leung. Also included: a gallery of twelve pages of never-before-seen Crow art by James O'Barr! MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $3.50 JAMES O'BARR'S SWORD AND SORCERY PORTFOLIO by James O'Barr O'Barr is an unacknowledged master of sword and sorcery illustration, and he has decided to share from his archives this portfolio of ten never-before-published prints of bloodthirsty barbarian heroes, beautiful action heroines, and mythological monsters. Each 11" x 17" print is in glorious black-and-white on high-quality paper, all in a two-color heavy-duty portfolio envelope. Each portfolio is numbered in this highly limited edition of 250 and signed by O'Barr. Once these are gone, this will never be offered again! Portfolio, b&w $75.00 THE R. CRUMB CHECKLIST by Donald Feine & Charles Boucher The ultimate detailed checklist of the works of Robert Crumb. In 1981, Donald Feine came out with a book that documented (in astonishingly exhaustive detail) every scrap of R. Crumb work ever published. So definitive, it helped cause Crumb's mid-life crisis! In 1993, Charles Boucher published a supplement to Feine's work. Now at last, a complete melding of these two checklists-along with new material bringing it completely up-to-date-is being published. SC, 272pg, b&w $19.95 CRUMBWRAP-NEW PRINTING by R. Crumb Spruces up even the crummiest gift! Three sheets are adorned with R. Crumb's well-known comix characters: Cute Little Bearzie Wearzies; Flakey Foont, Devil Girl and Mr. Natural; and Fritz the Cat! The fourth sheet has Crumb's "Be-bop Expressionistic" design. Four different, full-color, 18" x 24" wrapping paper sheets. Wrapping Paper, FC $6.95 R. CRUMB'S DEVIL GIRL T-SHIRT-NEW PRINTING by R. Crumb Crumb's fiery Devil Girl hawks her best-selling choco-bars. Full-color image on a red or black, 100% cotton T-shirt. Available in L or XL. RED-L-XL $15.99 BLACK-L-XL $15.99 R. CRUMB'S DEVIL GIRL CHOCO-BARS-NEW CHOCOLATE Freshly made! These choco-bars are bad for you-it says so right on the lid! The handsome "cigar box" display comes filled with 15 chocolate bars featuring Devil Girl art by Robert Crumb on the wrapper. Don't forget to read Crumb's hilarious message on the bottom of the box! You can also order just the box. Makes a perfect keepsake box for all those secret treasures. FULL BOX (15 bars) $30.00 EMPTY BOX $10.00 THE SPIRIT: THE NEW ADVENTURES #9 by Various Share "The Christmas Spirit" with The Spirit, Dolan, Ellen, Ebony, P'Gell and The Octopus in this riotous holiday issue! Creators Peter Hogan, Ted Slampyak, and more bring you Christmastime tales of Will Eisner's classic crimebuster. Painted cover by John Estes (Batman/Deadman). FC, 32pg $3.50 ALL ABOUT P'GELL: THE SPIRIT CASEBOOK VOL. 2 by Will Eisner The baddest of the bad girls. The ultimate Femme Fatale. It's P'Gell, the beautiful-but-deadly nemesis of Will Eisner's classic detective, The Spirit. Collected here are 16 of the greatest Spirit stories featuring that human black widow, P'Gell. From "The Portier Fortune" to "The School for Girls" to "The Seventh Husband," and 13 other classic comic noir tales, this book teaches you all about P'Gell. Available in hardcover, as well as a signed & numbered hardcover edition, limited to 500 copies, each signed by Will Eisner! (CAUT: 2) HC-8x11, 160pg, b&w $24.95 S&N-8x11, 160pg, b&w $34.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT by Will Eisner Between 1940 and 1951, Will Eisner conjured up special Spirit stories for the holidays. These nine poignant Spirit tales are collected for the first time ever in one beautiful full-color volume. A perfect Xmas gift. All ages. Winner of the 1994 Eisner Award for "Best Archival Collection." (STAR4576) SC, 8x11, 72pg, FC $15.00 ***************** XENOZOIC TALES DOPE-A-DINO S&N PRINT by Mark Schultz; designed by Randy Dahlk Take a new kind of trip into the Xenozoic Tales universe with multi award- winning artist Mark Schultz and become a naturalist studying the dinosaurs of the fantastic future Xenozoic World. This gorgeous work of art, a detailed illustration of a dinosaur-tranquilizing gun, plus Schultz's fantastic dino drawings, is silkscreened on heavy cardstock. Not only is it a framable piece of artwork, it's a real game you can cut out and play, with a rubber band gun to "anaesthetize" the cardstock dinosaurs! The design is by Randall Dahlk, who created the incredible Eisner Award-nominated Scenes From The Xenozoic Age Portfolios. Limited to a numbered edition of 250 signed by Schultz. Sheet size 26" x 20". Ships flat, shrinkwrapped on cardboard. Print, 26x20, FC $50.00 ZOT! BOOK FOUR SOFTCOVER by Scott McCloud The final volume reprinting Scott McCloud's award-winning Zot! series, features the acclaimed "Earth Stories." Zot! is trapped on Earth with Jenny and her friends. These nine short stories-in which we learn to see our world through the eyes of an outsider-won rave reviews when they were first published. Two of the stories were even nominated for "Best Single Issue" in both the Harvey and Eisner awards! Now you can read all nine issues in one affordable volume. SC, 208pg, b&w $19.95 ALLEY OOP: THE ADVENTURES OF A TIME-TRAVELING CAVE MAN VOL. 4 1949-1950 by V. T. Hamlin; introduction by Bill Janocha In this volume, Alley Oop travels back to Ancient Greece in Dr. Wonmug's time machine, where he takes the belt of Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons, away from Hercules, and ends up in hot water when the angry Amazons make him their captive! In other exciting stories, he meets up with Julius Caesar, and joins King Richard the Lionhearted on the Crusades. Available in hardcover, as well as a limited numbered hardcover edition of 250, signed by Hamlin shortly before his death. HC-11x9, 184pg, b&w $34.95 S&N-11x9, 184pg, b&w $49.95 BLOOD CLUB-NEW PRINTING by Charles Burns Tony (a.k.a. "Big Baby") is going to camp for the summer. On the agenda are swimming, sailing, hiking-oh yes, and murder! Charles Burns's Blood Club mixes ghosts, childhood fear, peer pressure and a long-hidden secret into a perverse and portentous plot. Add to the mixture Burns's razor-sharp artwork and droll wit, and you've got a horror classic! The first printing sold out quickly-don't miss your chance to own this modern horror classic! Cardstock cover. FC, 32pg $5.95 FROM HELL, VOL. 4-NEW PRINTING by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell Volume Four-the multi-award-winning issue in this gripping, grisly historical saga-is back in print! In this installment, corrupt policemen arrest the wrong man for the Jack the Ripper murders, little suspecting that the bloodletting has only begun. Includes a detailed appendix by Moore. Cardstock cover. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. VII #12 (Dec97) b&w, 48pg $4.95 FROM HELL, VOL. 5-NEW PRINTING by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell turn up the heat on their retelling of the notorious Whitechapel murders, as Jack the Ripper dispatches two victims in the same evening. Meanwhile, the police continue to examine the wrong suspects, while the circle of death slowly begins to tighten around the woman marked as the killer's final victim. Includes a detailed appendix by Moore. Cardstock covers. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. VII #12 (Dec97) b&w, 60pg $4.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE LIFE & ADVENTURES OF SANTA CLAUS by L. Frank Baum; illustrated by Michael Ploog Special holiday price-originally published at $24.95! Follow the magical adventures of Santa Claus, from his birth to the present. All ages. (STAR4490) HC, 8x11, 84pg, FC (Note Price) $5.00 SEASONED GREETINGS: THE KITCHEN SINK HOLIDAY GREETING CARDS SETS I & II These two irreverent sets of holiday greeting cards feature twenty new and classic images by some of the best cartoonists in comics. The "Slightly Irreverent" Set I features art by Mike Allred, Paul Chadwick, Jack Davis, Will Eisner, Mark Nelson, Wendy Pini, Richard Sala, Mark Schultz, and Jim Woodring, plus Ren & Stimpy creator John Kricfalusi. The "More Irreverent" Set II features art by Sergio Aragones, Peter Bagge, Charles Burns, Dan Burr, Drew Friedman, Bill Griffith, Jaime Hernandez, Jay Lynch, and Trina Robbins, plus Art Spiegelman's famous censored New Yorker Christmas cover! Each boxed set contains ten full-color, 5" x 7" greeting cards with envelopes. These will ship in plenty of time for holiday mailing. SET I (STAR2282)-FC $15.00 SET II (STAR3420)-FC $15.00 CAGES COLLECTION HC by Dave McKean This award-winning series tells the story of an artist living in a strange apartment house occupied by angels and demons. In addition to presenting the entire story, there's also a gallery of the original comic covers, accompanied by comments from McKean about the media he used to create each one. (STAR8093) MATURE READERS HC, 496pg, FC $44.95 THE SPIRIT JAM SOFTCOVER by Various His extended tale of the masked crimefighter was an epic jam piece, featuring fifty of the 80's best artists and writers, including: Will Eisner, Milton Caniff, Harvey Kurtzman, Frank Miller, John Byrne, Bill Sienkiewicz, Brian Bolland, Chris Claremont, and more! The book features a new jam introduction by Will Eisner and Denis Kitchen, and, as an added bonus, will include the four- page Eisner/Dave Sim collaboration wherein The Spirit meets Cerebus! (STAR8135) MATURE READERS Magazine, 48pg, b&w $5.95 STRIP JOINT TP by Carol Lay It's another wild and wonderful ride through the dark and magical world of cartoonist Carol Lay and her weekly excursions into the surreal landscape of everyday life in her nationally-syndicated weekly alternative strip, Story Minute. This collection contains over one hundred Story Minute strips. (STAR8136) SC, 128pg, b&w $11.95 WILL EISNER'S FAMILY MATTER TP by Will Eisner Family Matter tells the story of the day in the life of a typical family gathered for a birthday party. In the span of twenty-fours hours, the darkest family secrets are revealed. Long suppressed memories surface-betrayal, abuse, greed, incest, and worse. (STAR8170) FC, SC, 76pg $15.95 LIAR COMICS MORE THAN MORTAL: TRUTHS & LEGENDS #4 by Sharon Scott The original Protector has been revealed as a traitor, and Derdre is horrified to learn of the dark events surrounding Brigid's mysterious past. Still reeling from the shock, an ancient tradition has forced the inexperienced heroine into a deadly combat with the isle's fiercest warrior, Fiona. Only the victor can claim the spear of the Protector, as an even larger threat surfaces. An age-old Irish foe, the Dark One, has found a way to escape his bonds and renew his attack on Ireland. FC, 24pg $2.95 MORE THAN MORTAL: TRUTHS & LEGENDS #1 LIMITED EDITION VARIANT Limited to only 2500 copies, this cover is penciled and inked by former Wildstorm & X-Men artist Dan Norton and produced by Digital Broome Studios. Also available signed by Sharon Scott, Steve Firchow, Mark Prudeaux, and Dan Norton with a limit of 500 copies. REG.-Cover $5.95 SIGNED-Cover $9.95 LIGHTSPEED PRESS FINDER #13 by Carla Speed McNeil Dancing in the streets, public drunkenness, political vendettas, old ghosts, overcrowding, nightmares in real life, cats and dogs living together-in other words, Carnival! b&w, 24pg $2.95 LONDON NIGHT STUDIOS EVERETTE B. HARTSOE'S RAZOR: THE DARKEST NIGHT #1 by Everette Hartsoe There is a threat that can over take any one of us at anytime-a threat without remorse and without prejudices. When it strikes, there's very little anyone can do about it, and the clock cannot be turned back. Nicole Mitchell has to face this threat and is defenseless to do anything about it. She has contracted HIV from her past as a drug user. Everette Hartsoe promises an emotional, hard- edged, realistic tale that will twist and turn your soul. Also available in a snow-white velvet commemorative cover, limited to only 1,500 copies. MATURE READERS REG.-b&w $4.95 WHITE VELVET-$25.00 RAZOR: THE DARKEST NIGHT ART PRINT by Greg Loudon This 11" x 17" full-color art print is suitable for framing and is limited to 1,000 prints. Hot off the presses of the FMF galleries! Print, 11x17, FC $10.00 THE CROW/RAZOR "ANGELS" PRINT by Vincent Evans One of the most talked about Crow/Razor paintings ever produced. The cover of the Crow/Razor tour book is now offered in a beautiful 11" x 17" card stock print, suitable for framing! Ships in time for Christmas! Print, 11x17, FC $10.00 SHEENA QUEEN OF THE JUNGLE ART PRINT by Stephen Sandoval The beautiful painting used to promote Sheena #0 is available in this high- quality gallery print with UV coating. Limited to only 1,000 prints! Print, FC $10.00 EH! Productions FULL METAL FEMME MAGAZINE #5 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG. HEATHER PARKHURST-Magazine (Note Price) $5.95 NUDE KAREN LYNN-Magazine (Note Price) $7.95 FULL METAL FEMME OF THE YEAR '98: GLORIA ANN GILBERT SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.-(Note Price) $5.95 NUDE-(Note Price) $7.95 GLORIA ANN: FMF MEGA CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set, 4x6, FC $10.00 GLORIA ANN: NIGHT VAMPS TRADING CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set, FC $10.00 DORIAN: BEAUTIFUL BUT DEADLY LIMITED PORTFOLIO These ten 8" x 10" full-color plates showcase new superstar Dorian as he captures the beauty of some of the industries hottest, most sexiest models and turns them into sirens of the surreal! B-movie actresses, such as Julia Hayes and Gloria Ann Gilbert headline this portfolio! Limited to 1,000 portfolios! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS Portfolio, 8x10, FC $14.95 ALEXIS BROOKS/ROXANNE MICHAELS: FMF MEGA CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set, 4x6, FC $10.00 METAPHROG STRANGE WEATHER LATELY #8 Martin has an attack of someone else's conscience and by way of compensation is explained the truth about death. The detective makes Harriet realize that there's more to life than just her. The rotten core is examined, making this issue a great entry point to the surreal yet unnervingly real world of Martin Nitram. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 24pg $3.00 MIDNIGHT COMICS CHILDREN OF THE DEAD #2 by Nutman, Roach, Halliar, & Wolak Adapted from the upcoming movie by Night of the Living Dead coauthor John A. Russo! Hell has come to Chapel Grove, and Detective Bill Curtis is the only man with the potential to stop the spread of the evil which threatens to destroy his family. The town, he has discovered, is a Government-controlled site used to monitor the development of special children-the offspring of those infected with the Living Dead disease known as Keres Syndrome. But now the children have come of age, and Bill must try to save his wife and son from the threat of his infected daughter. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD LIMITED EDITION PRINT Just in time to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this classic horror film, this beautiful limited edition print also heralds the coming of the new NOTLD full- color mini-series starting in February. Renowned painter John Grazianos' stunning piece is also available signed by both Night co-author John A. Russo and the cemetery zombie Bill Hinzman. MATURE READERS REG.-Print, 16x20, FC $10.00 SIGNED-Print, 16x20, FC $25.00 MIXX PUBLICATIONS SAILOR MOON #3 by Naoko Takeuchi The exclusive English publication of the original Sailor Moon continues as the Scouts make their first visit to the Moon! What do they find? More importantly, who do they meet? And do they have their valid passports? Well, the only way you can really know what Naoko wrote in the original story is to get your own copy of the Sailor Moon Comic! Don't miss an episode!! b&w, 48pg $2.95 SMILE #2 "Goods for the Next-Gen Girl." What happens when Wired meets Sailor Moon? Well, take a look at this fun mag, and you'll know. This issue's theme is a special 1999 New Year's/Valentine's Day collection, featuring the hottest new video games, Web chatting and surfing, shopping, and most importantly, tons of Fun Fotos. Also includes photos of real girls from all over the U.S....at school, hanging out, at home; street fashion; fun with digital cameras; photo stickers; and best of all, Smile is the only place you can read Naoko Takeuchi's Sailor Moon SuperS!! FC, 80pg $3.99 MIXXZINE #2-4 FEBRUARY/MARCH 1999 The ultimate next-gen lifestyle mag for guys covers comics, video games, anime, music, sports, hobbies, fashion, and of course "heroines." Check out the latest issue featuring interviews with video game creators, concert reviews, some very attractive photos of this issue's heroine, and of course the exclusive publication of the hottest manga around: Gundam Blue Destiny, Parasyte, Magic Knight, Rayearth, Harlem Beat and beginning the hot new anime smash hit, Sorcerer Hunter (a.k.a. Bakuretsu Hunter). Don't miss this one!! FC $4.99 NBM WIND IN THE WILLOWS VOL. 2: MR. TOAD by Michel Plessix & Kenneth Grahame After seeking refuge from the Wild Wood under a foot of snow in Badger's cavernous abode, Rat and Mole return home only to find Toad running amok in his new automobile! (1-56163-218-X) HC, 8 1/2x11, 32pg, FC $15.95 ******* STARS OF THE MONTH WIND IN THE WILLOWS VOL. 1: THE WILD WOOD by Michel Plessix & Kenneth Grahame The first highly praised introductory volume is back to press! (STAR7195) HC, 8 1/2x11, 32pg, FC $15.95 PETER & THE WOLF by Sergei Prokofiev & Miguelanxo Prado A young boy hears of a wolf in the neighboring forest as big as a hurricane and of fierce voracity. As chilled as he is, he cannot keep but want to meet this frightening creature and when he does, to capture him...with unwanted consequences. (STAR7957) HC, 8 1/2x11, 32pg, FC $15.95 ******* BLIND SQUIRREL by Julius Zimmerman SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (1-56163-220-1) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8 1/2x11, 48pg, b&w $8.95 SHADOW & LIGHT SIGNED & NUMBERED HC by Quinn SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Clothbound, 9x12, 48pg, b&w $50.00 SHADOW & LIGHT 2ND PRINTING by Quinn SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (1-56163-199-X) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 48pg, b&w $10.95 NEW ENGLAND COMICS THE TICK: LUNY BIN TRILOGY #3 by Eli Stone SIX EYES IN TEARS-The climatic conclusion of The Luny Bin saga! A menagerie of heroes and villains converge on the Evanston Clinic with only one purpose in mind: endless mayhem and confusion! NO! We're only kidding! They want to rescue The Tick! Our hero is being mind-probed by the mysterious Dr. Lovecraft! Many more Tick secrets are revealed! Also features special appearances by Chairface Chippendale, Barry, Chainsaw Vigilante, The Tick Society, Toy DeForce, and many, many more! Cover by Ben Edlund & Eli Stone (Edlund's first in 6 years!) b&w, 40pg (3 of 3) $3.50 10TH ANNIVERSARY "GOLD TICK" BENDABLE FIGURE Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of The Tick, NEC Press authorized a limited production of a special limited edition "10th Anniversary" Tick Bendable Toy. This special Tick toy has been custom manufactured in "gold" metallic color. This special "gold" version of The Tick Bendable is available nowhere else! Each figure is packed with a special "Gold Tick" variant of The Tick's Back #0 comic book-distinguished by The Tick also colored in gold on the cover. Limited to 2,500 serially-numbered units. Figure $14.95 THE TICK BIG BLUE DESTINY PROMO PACK by Eli Stone This Big Blue Destiny Promo Pack contains 14 comics: two apiece of The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #1-5, The Tick's Back #0, and The BBD Ashcan. All variant editions included whenever available. Pack $24.67 NUMBSKULL PRESS GUTWALLOW THE GINGERBREAD MAN #5 In the dark throes of the wilderness, Gutwallow is chased by a giant spider and separated from the girls. Following yet another calamity, Gutty finds himself face to face with a belligerent dwarven Demon Hunter. The Hunter is convinced that the little gingerbread man is actually a demon and puts our hero to a set of tasks to prove that he is not a creature from the Abyss! b&w, 32pg $2.95 GUTWALLOW STOCKING STUFFER Perfect for holiday gift giving, this "stocking stuffer" includes first printings of Gutwallow #1-4 and a special color print, all signed by creator Dan Berger. Set $12.00 OKTOMICA ENTERTAINMENT VIRTEX #1 by Lau & Baron, Kano, & Lopez Number one with a bullet! Virtex, an agent of the Justice Cycle Bureau, picks up the pace on his hunt for the Ripnun, a sadistic Jack-the-Ripper serial killer who is laying waste to victims across the Madlands. The first issue of Oktomica's first ongoing full-color monthly series, Virtex is described as "John Woo directing Clint Eastwood in a James Cameron production." Set in a world where time has merged, one man stands for justice across the new time- amalgamated frontier. Eight of the most dangerous outlaws are on the loose which Virtex must bring in: dead or alive! FC, 32pg (Note Price) $2.50 OLIO CASTLE WAITING: THE CURSE OF BRAMBLY HEDGE REVISED EDITION by Linda Medley Announcing the long-awaited return of The Curse of Brambly Hedge, the prequel to the Eisner award-winning series Castle Waiting. Wittily reinterpreting a classic tale of love, enchantment, and sibling rivalry, Brambly Hedge sets the stage for the Castle Waiting series. In addition to the original story, this newly- lettered edition contains thirty-two pages of supplemental material for kids of all ages. Includes character profiles, storytelling activities, and resource lists suitable for library and classroom use. b&w, 96pg $9.00 ONI PRESS ONI DOUBLE FEATURE #10 by Seagle, Solheim, Winick, & Purcell In "Drive-by," when one man witnesses the tragedy of another, he discovers that getting involved is not an option. His life is altered in bizarre ways he never imagined, and ways he can never change. In "Road Trip," the siblings are nearing their destination, but as they get closer to where their brother's body waits, the memories become more overwhelming. The final story, fully on the comedy tip, features an out-of-this-world one-page adventure of Sam and Max, Freelance Police. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 NOBODY #2 by Sharon Cho & Alex Amado Nobody is in New Orleans. She's supposed to be taking some time off, but the investigation has gotten under her skin, and she can't shake it. What are the connections between the murders and the cult she prevented from making a blood sacrifice? And how does it all tie in to the Big Easy, the place where she became who she is today? Be a somebody and read this book! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 GEISHA #4 by Andi Watson Jomi has created a big mess for herself. Guarding a top fashion model, art fakery, dealing with life as an android, blackmail, theft-she's stumbled into it all. The only question is, how does she stumble out of it and get back to doing what she loves, painting? Oh, the trouble life of the average android! Geisha promises to be the sleeper hit of the winter-don't get left out in the past! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 CLERKS HOLIDAY SPECIAL by Kevin Smith & Jim Mahfood The tale that must be told! Bridging two worlds is a mysterious door, never before explored. What secrets lie beyond its threshold? What soul dares brave the trial that lies in wait? Randal Graves, that's who. Randal decides that the old man renting the apartment between the Quick Stop and RST Video stores in the Leonardo strip mall is somehow Kris Kringle, and he's got 24 hours to prove it to Dante, or Christmas will be no more!...or something like that. Will Jay and Silent Bob be of any assistance whatsoever? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FREE SPEECHES Free Speeches reprints several very powerful and important public addresses on the subject of censorship and the rights of the individual. Features an all-new wraparound jam cover by Frank Miller and Dave Sim, colored by Gerhard! Profits from this book will go to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, so here's your chance to make your contribution for this very important cause to help keep our beloved medium censorship-free! MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $2.95 O/A WHITEOUT #1 by Greg Rucka & Steve Lieber Set in the frozen expanse of Antarctica, the continent at the bottom of the world, Carrie Stetko, Deputy U.S. Marshal to 'Mactown,' McMurdo Station, must solve the brutal murder of a member of an international team of scientists. With only a few days before the sun sinks below the horizon and night settles in for the next six months, Carrie's got her work cut out for her, while the rest of the world watches...and waits! Cover by Matt Wagner. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 O/A WHITEOUT #2 by Greg Rucka & Steve Lieber Deputy U.S. Marshal Carrie Stetko finds attempting to solve the murder of an American scientist more challenging than she anticipated, as she is confronted with the hard reality that her struggle is no longer just to save face, but to save her own life as well! Cover by Mike Mignola. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 PENNY FARTHING PRESS CAPTAIN GRAVITY #1 by Steve Vrattos & Keith Martin In this homage to the golden age of comics, destiny spits straight into the eyes of Joshua Jones, a young man growing up in the heart of Hollywood during the 40s, and a new hero is born...Captain Gravity. You the reader will bear witness to how a gift from the stars transforms this young man's life forever. And above all else remember...no one escapes the law of gravity. FC, 36pg $2.75 PEREGRINE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS OF LORE: THE KAYNIN GAMBIT #0 by Kevin Tucker & David Napoliello There's a dark secret lurking in the heart of Kaynin...and two young thieves are about to uncover it! Their discovery may cost them their lives and a whole lot more. The story line that threads throughout The Kaynin Gambit mini-series begins to unfold here. Don't miss it! b&w, 24pg $2.95 VLADIMIRA LIMITED EDITION HOLIDAY PRINT Who says it pays to be good? Spend the holidays with the alluring Countess Vladimira! This attractive, full-color print features the artwork of fantasy illustrator Dorian Cleavenger. All prints come autographed by the artist and the Countess. Limited to 1,000 copies. Print, 11x17, FC $10.00 POP CULTURE RESOURCES NEIL GAIMAN GUEST OF HONOR 1993 CHICAGO COMICON ASHCAN SIGNED & NUMBERED These ashcans are signed by Neil Gaiman and are all from the 1993 Chicago Comicon. Limited to 2,500 copies. SIGNED-b&w, 24pg $4.95 PSYCHIC DONUT CRACKBABY #2 by Rube Heckler Yet another issue of colon-clenching hilarity with the world's most loveable drug addict...Crackbaby! Also in this issue, Crackbaby The Board Game! Hours of freebasing fun for the whole family! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 QUANTUM COMICS ALL THRILL COMICS #2 Reprinting Disciple #1. We have a story of a priest, disillusioned with God and life, suddenly finding himself a pawn of Satan. Granted unearthly powers by Satan, the Disciple rebels against his new master and wages a war on Satan and his minions on Earth. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ARACHNID FOUNDATION #1 by Stump, Payne, & D. Pruitt The Foundation created Operation: Arachnid, four females trained and genetically altered to be the world's most effective killers. They know over 600 different ways to kill a human body...too bad their latest assignment doesn't involve humans. FC, 24pg $2.95 BOUNTIES #1 by Watkins, Griep, Maldonado & Lawrence A collection of stories involving some of the hottest women in the Quantum universe! Supermodels by trade, super heroines by choice. Titaness and her friends fight for justice and the preservation of womanhood, in the traditional, quirky, comic book way. A monthly title by Quantum Comics. FC, 32pg $2.95 DARK PERIL #2 by Watkins & Jocson What role does Nick Ryan, The Skull, play in the Dark Peril Mythos? Could they somehow be related? Well, you won't find your answer here, in this issue. You do, however, get a nice dose of flying fists, blazing guns, and just enough danger to keep you on your toes. b&w, 32pg $2.95 SOULMAN #1 by P. Lister & G. Sanchez In a city where an artificially intelligent computer is God, and angels are robotic policemen, Lazarus Lambda is a Soulman. Everyone has their personality encoded onto a biochip after death. If they've been good, they go to a virtual heaven; if not-virtual hell. But those on the borderline get a second chance in Eden City. They are returned in a new body, with no memory of their previous life to become Soulmen. Agents of God that do the deeds in the places that Angels fear to tread... Soulman is a six-issue fully painted series, making its debut at Quantum Comics. FC, 32pg $2.95 THREESOME #2 by Watkins, Kovacevic, & Radovich Future fan favorite artist Bojan Kovacevic returns to thrill us with his eye- grabbing art. In this issue, Protection Ltd. lies in ruins, which sets the stage for Excelsior and Saint Joan's journey into space to avenge a teammate's death. FC, 32pg $2.95 UNION OF JUSTICE #2 by Watkins, Kurth, & Adano Smolder and Captain Ion are in for a surprise when they are confronted by Commander Dread and his memory extractor machine. It is a device so deadly it's left hundreds in a vegetative state. Will Magno & Davey be enough to save them? FC, 32pg $2.95 RADIO COMIX MECHANICAL MAN BLUES #1 by Tsukasa Kotobuki Radio Comix's first translated manga in America! In the far distant future, humans are a dying breed, losing the war against machines and technology. The beautiful Lady Sonia leads a scruffy band of resistance fighters-humans determined to break free from the machine's control. To this end, they steal the machines' secret weapon, a special Mechanical Man named Gun, who has been trapped in suspended animation. But whose side will he be on when he reawakens? And will he come online in time to save Lady Sonia's people? Features kinetic action, superb artwork, and an exciting story from one of the hottest artists in the field of manga today. Radio Comix Top Pick of 1998! b&w, 32pg $2.95 HAVOC, INC. #4 by Mark Barnard & Terrie Smith The deranged Knife finally has what she wants: Deck as a prisoner and the time to carefully extract the revenge she's been planning for so long. As the trapped canine stalls for time, a desperate Chester tries to get into place to effect a double rescue before the fugitive spaceship is blown to cosmic dust! b&w, 32pg $2.95 GENUS #33 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 FURRLOUGH #72 by Various Your only monthly source of anthropomorphics! This issue features the next installment of Nami Jarrett's dramatic The Judgment as Anubis takes the king's son through the Underworld. Also, more of Kevin Muranaka's thrilling gothic suspense tale, Tobias Wah: Vampyre Hunter. Cover by Joe "Art Guy" Rosales. b&w, 32pg $2.95 REALM PRESS BATTLESTAR GALACTICA SEARCH FOR SANCTUARY #3 by Scalf, Kuhoric, & Scott Tensions grow as the Galactica nears the system that contains the desired "sanctuary" that they are seeking. The existence of the ancient enemy has been uncovered. He has been with the fleet since the beginning, masquerading as one of their own...but which one? Fear and paranoia become paramount as a fleet of Cylon warships, larger than the one that nearly wiped out the human race one yahren ago, are detected massing just outside the Galactica's coordinates. Will the discovery of the ancient enemy come too late to save the fleet from the Cylon war machine, or will the sought-after Sanctuary turn out to be a graveyard for the human race? FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.99 RED EYE PRESS VALENTINE #5 by Dan Cooney Cinderella Undercover Part 5 of 6-Dana Valentine reluctantly allies herself with Harper to help prevent the presidential assassination. The clock is ticking, and they have to find out where and when the assassination takes place before it's too late! To make matters worse, the assassin known as Olivia is hot on their tail in a wild car chase through the streets of San Francisco! If you liked Bullet with Steve McQueen, you're gonna love this! b&w, 24pg (5 of 6) $2.95 RED MENACE COMICS DELIA CHARM #2 by Jared Osborn The mystery of the murdered club kids brings Delia Charm and her friends out for a visit to the suburbs. But things aren't always as quiet as they seem in the countryside, and trouble has a way of finding Ms. Charm. Will her friends and a '69 Plymouth GTX convertible be enough to keep Delia safe from the evil that stalks her? Tune in and see. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $2.95 REVISIONARY PRESS SEXPLOITATION CINEMA: A CARTOON HISTORY #2 by Spike Steffenhagen & Jay Allen Sanford SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.-b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.50 NUDE PHOTO COVER #2-(2 of 2) $3.50 SEXPLOITATION CINEMA: A CARTOON HISTORY #1 NUDE COVER by Spike Steffenhagen & Jay Allen Sanford SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $3.50 SEXPLOITATION CINEMA: AUTOGRAPHED SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 2 & 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set $10.95 CARNAL COMICS: CARTOON HISTORY 6-PACK by Sanford, Steffenhagen, Sprinkle, Breyfogle, & various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.-6-Pack $14.95 SIGNED-6-pack $19.95 CARNAL COMICS: TAXI GIRLS OFFICIAL FILM ADAPTATION CURRENT PRINTING SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.-b&w, 32pg $3.50 DLX.-b&w, 32pg $3.50 DEMI THE DEMONESS XXX CARD SET SIGNED EDITION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 2 & 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SIGNED-Set $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SCREAM QUEENS UNDRESSED #1: MICHELLE BAUER SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL 32pg $3.50 ********************** RIP OFF PRESS OFFERED AGAIN O/A FREAK BROTHERS REPRINT #9 Part 2 of the Idiots Abroad saga finds our Hirsute Heroes in deep trouble. Fat Freddy's being chased across Europe by international terrorists disguised as football hoodlums, Freewheelin' Frank has been captured by modern day pirates of the Caribbean, and Phineas is expecting summary execution at any moment for being an infidel in Mecca. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. MATURE READERS b&w $3.25 O/A FREAK BROTHERS REPRINT #10 Freewheelin' Frank and Fat Freddy, reunited in a slave market somewhere in the mid-east, are rescued by their old roommate Phineas-who is now the richest man in the world! Their troubles aren't over yet though, and it remains to be seen whether they'll be forced to assassinate Phineas to keep him from being appointed Dictator of Earth. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. MATURE READERS b&w $3.25 RUMBLE CITY GRAPHICS LITTLE RED HOT #1 by Dawn Brown CHAIN OF FOOLS-A terminally ill man wants to clear his conscience before he dies. In desperation he hires a bounty hunter to help him find God. We meet Chane, the soulless bounty hunter who takes the job for a price that will cost them both dearly. b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95 SHARKBAIT PRESS PETE THE P.O.'D POSTAL WORKER #7 by Marcus Pierce Jr. & Pete Garcia POSTMAN ON ELM STREET-Freddy is back, haunting dreams on Elm Street, eagerly anticipating delivery of the bloody final fatal dream for each resident. But this Elm Street is on Pete's route... and canceling addressees on his route is a nightmare worse than death for Pete! Worse still, the little girl Brittany and her dog Pookie are Freddy's ultimate goal. Is this Pete's final nightmare, or is Pete Freddy's nightmare?! b&w, 32pg $2.95 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT POISON ELVES COLOR SPECIAL #1 by Drew Hayes The first full-sized, full-color Poison Elves issue ever! An all-new 16-page story starring Lusiphur's ex-that sexy sorceress, Hyena. This tale is the launching point for an all-new, full-color Hyena mini-series, called Hell Hath No Fury. Also included are two rare stories from Lusiphur's past. The first, entitled "The Crow," retells Poe's "The Raven" and appears here in color for the first time! The second, "Riders," first appeared in the hard-to-find Poison Elves Fan Edition, and is written and drawn by Drew and hand-colored by fan favorite cover artist Janine Johnston. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 POE COLOR SPECIAL #1 by Asala, Geary, and Yurkovich This full-color special is the perfect place to jump on to Edgar's quest for his lost Lenore, as it concisely recaps the series to date and gives a wonderful sample of the monthly series that is gaining recognition worldwide. The showdown is here! In this stand-alone story, Mad Meg Mayflower finally confronts Edgar and company. She realizes who is behind the awful things that have happened to her, and that Edgar is not to blame. Well... not totally. Will Mad Meg become friend or enemy? As an added bonus, Eisner-nominated artist Rick Geary and David Yurkovich each illustrate Poe tales written by Asala. Cover by Joseph Linsner. FC, 24pg $2.95 POE LIMITED EDITION RESIN KIT Own the Master of the Macabre in 3-D! Each one of these finely-sculpted, limited edition Edgar Allan Poe statue kits-designed and painted by Jason Asala, and sculpted by Brett Butler-stands a full 9" tall. Made of heavyweight resin, the scene is Poe entering a spooky cellar with only a lantern to guide him in his quest for his lost Lenore. Each statue also comes with Pluto, Poe's black cat co-star from the book. This unique collector's item is strictly limited to Initial Orders and comes signed and numbered by Asala-so get him while you can! Kit SRP: $148.75 AKIKO #31 by Mark Crilley The thrilling conclusion of "Bornstone's Elixir" happens here. Akiko and the gang have procured the elixir, but the danger hasn't passed. On the other side of Smoo, Mr. Beeba's ailing mentor, Professor Lunderdorf, lies moments away from death. Furthermore, it is entirely possible that-thanks to the charismatic Kell- Akiko's flame for Prince Froptoppit has burned out altogether. Could this be the issue that completely shakes up the Akiko universe as you know it? Expect a few surprises from 8-time Eisner Award nominee Mark Crilley! b&w, 24pg $2.50 BROKEN HEROES #10 by the Fillbach Bros. Deep in a city gripped by fear, Captain Freebird faces a menagerie of ominous characters who prepare the way for the "Gathering," alluded to in past issues. First, the unknown foe who carries Fear and a Handful of Darkness in his pocket emerges from the shadows, along with Freebird's dead mother! Following close behind are Susannah Stone, the young, blind psychic, and a big-city detective by the name of Arthur Chapel. Plus, someone is watching and waiting for Freebird to Fall from Grace. How they fit into Freebird's life and times slowly begin to take form as the Broken Heroes saga prepares to drastically change form in 1999. Witness the beginning of the end in "The Mad Bomber!" b&w, 24pg $2.50 DARK ONE'S 3RD EYE VOL. 2 by Dark One! To help celebrate the wrap-up of Animal Mystic: Water Wars, Dark One has designed this remarkable, all-new collection of character designs and sketchbook oddities in order to give an overview of the story so far and to pave the way for his exciting new Klor mini-series. Jam-packed with over a hundred never- before-seen illustrations and cartoons, this edition is a must-have companion to the original Third Eye pin-up collection. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.95 *************************** STAR OF THE MONTH DARK ONE'S 3RD EYE VOL. 1 by Dark One Sexy, dangerous and violent, this full-color, squarebound collection of all-new paintings by Dark One features a balanced overview of where this influential young artist comes from, and where he is going. (STAR1832) FC, 48pg $4.95 *************************** POISON ELVES #42 by Drew Hayes JUST IN TOWN FOR THE NIGHT: Part 1 (of 3)-After spending several months in Mandratha, Lusiphur isn't quite used to "roughing it" the way he did in the old days, and persuades Jace to stop in a small town for a good night's rest. This is Poison Elves, so you know Luse can't just sleep straight through an issue, right? Mysterious circumstances surrounding the town and its inhabitants cause our wayward anti-heroes to stay a little bit longer than expected, investigating a few strange humans and, quite surprisingly, find time to put their trusty swords to good use! We can't tell you exactly what happens, lest we ruin the surprise, but what's with all the garlic hanging around the windows, anyway? MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.50 *************************** STARS OF THE MONTH POISON ELVES VOL. 3: DESERT OF THE THIRD SIN TP by Drew Hayes The final volume of Sirius' presentation of the original Mulehide Graphic's Poison Elves, reprinting issues #13-18. The "Desert of the Third Sin" story arc features a genie named Anhikiahl, a sword named Cinlach, and a wizard named Tenth. Cover painting by Janine Johnston. (STAR6279) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 POISON ELVES VOL. 4: PATRONS TP by Drew Hayes The final trade paperback collection of the Mulehide Press editions of Poison Elves is finally here! Reprinting issues #19-20, wherein Lusiphur meets Cercie. For the first time ever in one handy volume, this book also includes a brand-new cover by Drew Hayes, plus the long-awaited map of Amrahly'nn! (STAR7600) SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $4.95 ********************* THE 7TH SYSTEM #6 by Roel This unbelievable conclusion to the first story of Domonisk and Kat is an explosive tale of betrayal and violence. Forced into the arena with his arch- enemy, Avaj, Domonisk finally faces a foe who holds the secret of destroying the immortal hero. Only the Princess Kat can save Domonisk, as she decides once and for all whose side she's really on. The answer will shock you! b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 SUPERMODELS IN THE RAINFOREST #2 by the Fillbach Bros., Nat Jones, & Various More environmental adventures and hot pin-ups with the world's most conscientious SuperModels. Illustrated by some of the best up-and-coming artists in the field. A portion of the proceeds will go directly to Rainforest International for the preservation of the world's rainforests. Each issue has photo covers on front and back and a full-color centerfold! Join the crusade! b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 WILDFLOWER #6 by Billy Martinez Part Two of the Wildflower saga begins here! Introducing Nakia, a saucy little assassin with a penchant for punishing naughty boys. When the travelling companions Cassandra and Zeno arrive in a mysterious domed city, they attract the attention of some no-good thieves determined to make their lives miserable. Enter Nakia, whose prowess with a spear matches Cassandra's with her sword. The question is: will Nakia be her greatest ally, or her most dangerous foe? b&w, 24pg $2.50 SKY DOG PRESS BUZZBOY #4 by John Gallagher & Steve Hauk It's two-fisted Diner Action, like nobody's asking for! Buzzboy comes face to face with Lord Ultra in a battle for the freedom of the world. A battle that can only be fought at... The Tastee Diner?! Meanwhile, Becca and Zoomer gear up for a fight with Ultra's robot guard, and Doc Cyber cooks up some Rice Krispie Treats! The secret of the Buzz Belt is revealed, the fallen heroes return, and the world will never be the same in the hilarious conclusion to the miniseries! b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 SLAP HAPPY COMICS SON OF RAMPAGE VOL. 2 Twenty-seven of today's hottest independent creators have banded together in this massive 168-page softbound annual. This year, the anthology features 20 never-before-seen stories by the likes of Peter Laird, Chris Yambar, Jay Torres, Scott Roberts, Dave Roman, John Green, Pam Bliss, Art Baltazar, John Peters, David Yurkovich and others. Also showcases the comic debuts of four new creations, including Spy Girls, The Fire-Breathing Pope, Marshall-Godling of War, and Suburban Space Pets. In addition, each story will feature a lavish photo and biographical profile of the creator. SC, 168pg, b&w $13.95 SLEEPY HOUSE GRAPHICS HANZO FREEWAY NINJA #1 by Michio Tsuzuki In the state of East Texas, Hanzo, an elegant heir prince to an ancient ninja clan clashes with the City of Harma's evil capitalist, Henry Randolph, and his cult leader wife, Xenia, when protecting the last little gem of real estate around, Campo Agua Madre. Harma's Sheriff Stanger makes the first powerplay, but even her mid-city raw furiousness can't keep Hanzo at bay. A powerhouse masterpiece of top notch rendering skills, dancing on a framework of fiery color. RES. from Previews Vol. XIII #8 (Aug98) FC, 36pg $3.50 SLIGHTLY BENT ENTERTAINMENT SLIGHTLY BENT #1 by W. Jaschek, Daly, Patti, Riley, Secrease & Skaggs Here's a humor-packed mini-series that's slightly "Silver Age," slightly "New Age" and slightly bent! This first-of-two issue introduces some of the wacky heroes of the Slightly Bent universe, including Mel Cool: Mall Cop, Dude-Guy, Attorneys in Space, Danger Dad, and Those Dang Gnats! It's a veritable smorgasbord of fun - without that lard-coated, fried stuff you can never digest. b&w, 40pg (1 of 2) $3.00 SOLSON ENTERTAINMENT CHRISTMAS COMIC by Jim Lee A comic for everyone who loves comics, the holidays, samurais, a great story and great art! The philosophy of the holiday spirit, the hidden warrior, and the art of Jim Lee combine to make this a very special comic, one that will be a real collector's piece. This comic features some of Jim Lee's first published art, and like It's a Wonderful Life, the story is timeless and will live forever. 32pg $4.95 HOW TO DRAW COMICS #3 by Rich Buckler Sr. This third issue begins the study of comic book anatomy, one of the most important and needed skills for any comic artist! Rich Buckler Sr. of Fantastic Four, Marvel & DC fame knows his comic anatomy like no one else in the biz - with this 32-page comic you'll become an expert also! 32pg $4.95 HOW TO DRAW EROTIC ART #1 This year's best-selling book on the art of drawing erotica-with step by step how-to instruction-is now available in our large size 8 1/2 x 11" comic version. This is the beginning, first step into the world of creating super sensual drawings that are a must to be a successful comic artist today! MATURE READERS 32pg $4.95 HOW TO DRAW SEXY WOMEN #5 Keeping in the same tradition as the first four - this comic keeps pumping you with more knowledge on how to keep making those women Hot! Hot! Hot! MATURE READERS 32pg $4.95 HOW TO DRAW WEAPONS & WARRIORS From primitive man's first rock thrown, to the super weapons of the future; from warriors in animal skins to warriors in state-of-the-art body armor: this book will show you step- by-step how to draw the weapons and warriors from the beginning of time to the frightening future. 64 pages crammed full of authentic weapons and warriors as they were, as they are, and as they will be. The ultimate guide for any artist that draws for a living, or wants to join the ranks of those who do! MATURE READERS 64pg $19.95 SOUTH JERSEY REBELLION PRODUCTION THE TRAVELERS #2 by DiGerolamo, Daily, Dawson & Imperato When a magic show at the king's palace goes awry, Locust the Royal Wizard is forced to enter and win the Wizard Olympics or lose his job. The Fiends of the 18th Pit conspire to stop him and take control of the kingdom. Magic sports commentator, Albert Marvin, will have all the highlights! b&w, 32pg $2.25 STRICTLY UNDERGROUND SOMETHING #4 by Derrell Spicy & Joe Robinson Currie The 8th Seal, the one thing that could end the demon's Dominant grasp of the world. Funny how things change: one of the most powerful weapons used in the Great War is now in the hands of The Heavens. Let the fun begin! b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 STUDIO CHIKARA NOTE: The four Previews Exclusive items listed here will have a sixth month window of availability only through Previews! OUTTAKES VOL. 1: KISS BY CHIP "ROCK" DAYTON A Previews Exclusive! Following in the tradition of The KISS Years by Barry Levine, Studio Chikara is pleased to present the story of Chip "Rock" Dayton, supreme rock 'n' roll photographer of the 1970s. For the first time ever, Chip has unleashed a collection of his favorite KISS photographs from the band's early days in 1974 through their rise as "the hottest band in the world." Also included are never-before-published photographs from KISS' 1979 Dynasty tour. Fans of Chip's stunning photography, as well as any KISS fan, will enjoy this full-sized trade paperback jammed with over 200 b&w and color pictures. NOTE: This product is neither authorized nor endorsed by KISS; Mr. Dayton owns copyright of the text and images used herein. SC, PC $24.95 GODZILLA ORIGINS LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH #1 A Previews Exclusive! To celebrate 44 years of Godzilla's city-smashing influence upon millions of fans worldwide, Studio Chikara is proud to release its first Godzilla Origins limited-edition lithograph featuring a photo composite of the best moments in Godzilla's film history! Limited to 1,000 serially-numbered pieces, each 36" x 24" lithograph also comes with a Certificate of Authenticity with Godzilla's "stomp" of approval. Printed on thick, 100-lb cover stock with ultra-laminated finish.. Shipped rolled in mailing tube. FC, 36x24 $59.95 BARRY LEVINE GALLERY LIMITED EDITION CHROMINUM KISS LITHOGRAPH #1 A Previews Exclusive! World-renowned photographer Barry Levine (The KISS Years), known for his classic photography featuring rock celebrities like Queen, Abba, and Cher, introduces a line of classic lithographs of his best known imagery. This piece, limited to an edition of 2,500, features a classic 1977 image of KISS taken during their Love Gun photo session. Unlike other lithographs, this is the first-ever rock print utilizing the patented Chromium process! Fully authorized by Mr. Levine, and measuring 24" x 36". Shipped flat. NOTE: This product is neither authorized nor endorsed by KISS, Mr. Levine owns the copyright of image used herein. FC, 24x36 $100.00 BARBI TWINS ADVENTURES COLOR SPECIAL: "THE ROSWELL INCIDENT" by Robert V. Conte & Bill Maus A Previews Exclusive! Shane and Sia are on the trail of a mysterious black box rumored to have been aboard the UFO that allegedly crashed outside Roswell, New Mexico in 1947. Things heat up when they discover that a blue alien trained in the marshal arts wants the box, too! Guest-starring Zen Intergalactic Ninja! NOTE: This is a full-color edition of a comic originally published in b&w by Zen Comics-now featuring an all-new photo cover of the bodacious Barbi Twins! FC $3.95 THORBY COMICS DEATH ASYLUM #2 The second issue of Thorby's acclaimed "grim, gothic journey" continues as, in the words of writer Mark Powers, "the night crawls inside the deeper night until it falls into the deepest night." This time, we encounter "The Lords of Soul" and visit the sharply desolate vista of "The Towers of Helm." The dark lyrics of Powers and the incredible art of DeMarco, called the "finest Lovecraftian artist in the world," make for a memorable and artistic experience. PC, 16pg $4.95 SKULKER #2 The weirdness hits the fan as Eden City's past, present, and future unravel! The Skulker and Prof. Blacklocke strike an uneasy alliance: while the Skulker wrestles terror cranes, wrangles pirates, and rides eohippi, Prof. Blacklocke tries to find a new power source for his Orgo-Bionic Worldline Transferatron. The secrets of Blacklocke's mad science is revealed, and something bad happens to Quinlan, the time-displaced artist. Reality's true un-nature is revealed in a story written by creator Terrance Griep, Jr., (Scooby-Doo, Big Bang Comics) and drawn by Steve Kurth (Union of Justice, Dr. Weird). b&w, 32pg $2.95 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS HEY, MISTER #4 by Pete Sickman-Garner In this issue, Young Tim's talking penis becomes a media celebrity, while Mister joins Dino Haspiel's Billy Dogma in an attempt to banish their moral ego and escape the pull of Karma. Also, flashes of Aunt Mary's frightening past, and more. As Charles Hatfield wrote in The Comics Journal, "Pete's best work shows a complexity of vision and cartooning talent, which makes him eminently watchable." b&w, 32pg $2.95 KEYHOLE #6 by Josh Neufeld & Dean Haspiel "Semi-auto-bio-comix, baby!!!" Misery loves company as Dino is berated by the million-year-old woman next door, in "Minding Millie." Also, industry hot dogs Walt Simonson and Howard Chaykin pull a studio prank on Dino in "Corvette & a .45." Also, more exotic tales from around the world as penned by Josh. b&w, 32pg $2.95 TV COMICS MUNSTERS GOLDEN AGE ADVENTURE CVR A by Henderson, Fogletto & Maurizio It's time for the big annual comic con, and Eddie can't wait to complete his collection! Herman gives Eddie a bunch of Golden Age books to help his obsession, but many are not up to condition. In steps Grandpa tries to help his grandson and causes comic chaos! Tune in and see what heroic hi-jinks happens this year at the comic con! Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at how our ghouls and goblins at TV Comics create a Munsters comic! Two different covers: A shows Lily, Herman, & Grandpa; B features just Lily! COVER A - b&w, 32pg $2.95 COVER B - b&w, 32pg $2.95 UNDERHANDED COMICS CAPTAIN DINGLEBERRY #5 by Remender, Jaten, Hensley Has one of the Fecal Four really been killed?! The Captain is too busy battling the secret spooky powers of The Dorkness to out! The Sensitive Artist and Curly arrive in Gunther's home town and meet his best girl, Bree. What's a goon like him doing with a brazen young beauty like her? MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 CAPTAIN DINGLEBERRY 2ND PRINTING #1 by Remender, Jaten, Hensley That's right kiddies, the now sold-out first issue of the smash new series is available in a spectacular second printing! With the killer buzz generated from numerous articles, and the Wizard Magazine Hit Pick, Captain Dingleberry flew off the shelves in record time! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 VEROTIK SATANIKA ANIMATION DRAWING BOOK From the fantastic Satanika Mad House Anime comes a collection of some of the best animation drawings in their pristine pencil form before they're painted onto animation cels. The perfect companionpiece of the Satanika Animation Storyboards and a must-have for any true Die-hard fan!! MATURE READERS b&w $12.95 WING BIRD VEROTIK GIRLS SUPER D T/S Satanika, Igrat, Venus Domina, Akuma-She, X'alpen, Morella, and Grub Girl as only Wing Bird can do them. This fantastic 100% cotton, black t-shirt is available in medium, large and x-large and features a full-color image! MEDIUM - T-shirt $19.95 LARGE - T-shirt $19.95 X-LARGE - T-shirt $19.95 AKUMA SHE T/S One of the most repeated questions in San Diego this year was "Do you have that Pearson Akuma-She on a t-shirt?" You ask for it, and we give it to you. Jason Pearsons' rendition of Akuma-She in full color on a 100% cotton black t-shirt. Available in medium, large, and x-large sizes! MEDIUM - T-shirt $19.95 LARGE - T-shirt $19.95 X-LARGE - T-shirt $19.95 SATANIKA #10 by Glenn Danzig & Keu Cha Satanika's treacherous half-brother Naekith, Igrat, Morella, the Inquisitor, and yep, the Lord Dalkiel all meet in this special landmark issue. Need anymore be said? Painted cover by Kent Williams. MATURE READERS FC $3.50 VENUS DOMINA CANDLEMASS EVE DAVE STEVENS COVER EDITION by Stevens, Danzig, Smith-Barlow, & Mighten SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. RES. from Previews Vol VI #12 (Dec96) ADULT MATERIAL FC, 40pg $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BIZ SIMON BISLEY ART BOOK The first ever mind-blowing collection of Bisley paintings and artwork! This beautiful coffee table book features some of Bisley's best paintings and also includes a section with some of his pen-and-ink and sketch work. (STAR7185) MATURE READERS FC $24.95 ********************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A WINGBIRD SATANIKA X PAINTED STATUE Wing Bird and Satanika come to life in a fully painted, fully assembled cold cast porcelain statue ready to rest in your favorite place of worship. Full- color box, packed securely. Delight your friends; make your enemies envious! (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES Statue $129.95 O/A SATANIKA BUST SCULPTURE Sculpted by Susumu Sugita, this painted porcelain sculpture rests firmly in the center of a star-shaped base, ready for display! Comes in full-color packaging. MATURE AUDIENCES Sculpture $44.95 ********************* VISION COMICS TALL TAILS #6 TRAIL BLAZING: Part One-The Rats make headway in their plans to capture the Seal of Iberion from the Trolls, while the hunt for the Trolls and the Seal turns out to be more difficult than expected for the Ravenwood cousins. Their own searches start uncovering some secrets about the Earl Hadge's trading city-secrets that the Earl cannot afford to come to light. Meanwhile, a ship-by-ship search sets in motion a chain of events that threatens to destroy Gabriel and Silvermain's friendship forever. b&w, 32pg $2.95 TALL TAILS GRAPHIC NOVEL VOLUME ONE This first graphic novel collects Earth Shaking and the two-part story segment, Fire Quest, the first and very hardest-to-find parts of the popular sword-and- sorcery epic, Tall Tails, in one volume! Fans who missed out on the first three issues of the series now get a second chance! This book collects Tall Tails #1- 3, and introduces Ravenwood, Pandora, Klea, Silvermain, Gabriel, and Raulph- friends and warriors engaged in a search for the Great Seal of Iberion, a poweful artifact stolen from their benefactor. SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $8.95 1999 MONTY CALENDAR An astounding collection of the work of Monty, from Japan, featuring twelve months of photorealistic werewolves and wolf-hybrids. The detailing is so incredibly precise, they must be seen to be believed! It is as though they were about to leap off the page at you. Makes an excellent Christmas/New Year's gift! MATURE READERS Calendar $8.95 1999 SILVERFISH CALENDAR SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Calendar $8.95 VIZ COMMUNICATIONS DRAGONBALL Z PART TWO #1 by Akira Toriyama Get ready for a new chapter of Dragon Ball Z, as seen in America's #1 anime TV series! While the heroic Goku races towards Earth from the spirit world, Vegeta and Napa, the Saiyan invaders, land on Earth and obliterate a city with a wave of their hand (literally!). And that's just the beginning what they plan to do, unless the planet's strongest martial artists-Piccolo, Gohan, Krillin, Tienshinhan, Chaotzu and Yamcha-can stop them! But Vegeta has a test for the heroes before he even deigns to fight them: a squad of deadly plant creatures! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Available only in North America. b&w, 32pg (1 of 14) $2.95 DRAGON BALL #10 by Akira Toriyama On their trek to find the seventh Dragon Ball and have their wishes granted, Goku & Co. run afoul of the power-hungry dictator Pilaf, whose dearest wish is to rule the world! And he needs their six Dragon Balls to do it! Will Pilaf and his henchmen put our heroes on the hot plate, or will Goku, Bulma and Yamcha be able to take everything he dishes out? (CAUT: 3). NOTE: Available only in North America. b&w, 32pg, (10 of 12) $2.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION BOOK 2 TP by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto Psychological drama and science fiction collide in the most controversial anime and manga of the '90s! Reluctant Eva pilot Shinji Ikari, one of the few gifted teenagers able to do battle with the mysterious 'Angels,' settles into life in Tokyo-3 with his slovenly (but gorgeous) roommate/commander Misato. But when a traumatic encounter with his new schoolmates renders the withdrawn Shinji nearly unable to fight the Fourth Angel, he determines to quit NERV for good. Can anything convince him to stayŠand will NERV let him go? Includes never-before- translated interviews with series artist Yoshiyuki Sadamoto and others involved in the Evangelion anime and manga! Also available in a Special Collector's Edition, preserving the original left-to-right orientation of this major manga series. REG. - SC, 168pg, b&w $15.95 COLL ED. - SC, 168pg, b&w $15.95 INU YASHA VOLUME 3 TP by Rumiko Takahashi She's a schoolgirl, he's a demon, and the past isn't big enough for them both! When teenage Kagome is transported back in time to Japan's remote past, she becomes the master of Inu-Yasha, a legendary dog-like half-demon imprisoned by one of her ancestors. In this volume, Kagome and Inu-Yasha must team up with a little-known samurai named Nobunaga to rescue a princess from a strangely possessed feudal lord. Then, when she returns to the modern world to finish her exams, Kagome finds that demons aren't just history when an ancient mask comes to life and begins stalking the streets of Tokyo! Can the pair defeat the supernatural in both the present and the past? b&w, 176pg $15.95 NO NEED FOR TENCHI VOLUME 4 SAMURAI SPACE OPERA TP by Hitoshi Okuda All-new adventures starring the cast of the hit sci-fi comedy anime from Pioneer! When Sasami's childhood friend Asahi crashlands on Earth bearing news that her father has been kidnapped, the entire Tenchi gang gallantly volunteers to journey into space to rescue him. Maybe they've been watching too much Japanese TV though, because the whole thing is starting to look like a parody of a samurai drama, and Ryoko and Ayeka are even fighting over their roles! With the treacherous Tatetsuki, the despot Ohsa and robot-ninja Mishima against them, and the monk Gohgei at their side, can Tenchi and his friends bring justice to the feudal kingdoms of outer space? b&w, 176pg $15.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA VOLUME 2 #1 Your favorite mangaŠplus something extra! Each 128-page issue of Animerica Extra contains the breathtaking art and spellbinding stories of the best manga, plus fan art, exclusive anime news from the editors of Animerica, and possibly an exciting new title, debuting this issue! In X/1999, one of the Seven Seals is destroyed, and Tokyo-and the world-stands closer to apocalypse. In Steam Detectives, the maniacal Dr. Guilty returns to challenge the detectives' robot Goriki with his newest invention, Shadow Bolt No. 2! In Fushigi Yugi, Miaka and Tamahome are captured in the dungeon of Hong Nan, and must try to escapeŠbut not before Miaka encounters something very strange within the prison walls. And in Video Girl Ai, Ai is out of the videotape and rarin' to go - that is, to cook Yota dinner, listen to his romantic problems, and generally be a good friend. But is she acting a little unusual for a video girl, and could it be because of Yota's broken VCR? Magazine, b&w, 128pg $4.95 ANIMERICA VOLUME 6 #12 Now 88 pages! Get the scoop on the hit shojo series Shojo Kakumei Utena (Girlish Revolution Utena), soon to debut in the U.S.! Plus get info on Mobile Suit Gundam! All this and Leiji Matsumoto's Galaxy Express 999 manga. Remember, if it's anime in America, It's Gotta be ANIMERICA! Magazine, 88pg $4.95 PULP VOLUME 3 #1 America's monthly anthology of hard-hitting alternative manga for adults now features Strain, the new crime drama from Buronson and Ryoichi Ikegami, plus four other stories! In Dance Till Tomorrow, a stress-addled Suekichi searches the city for Aya, who has moved out of his apartment, seemingly for good. In Voyeur, Izumi's stalker catches up to her at last, miles from where anyone can hear her screamŠIn Banana Fish, Eiji hits the streets to look for clues about the drug called Banana Fish, only to run into a familiar face. And in Black & White, the assassin named Dragon is sent on his first mission in Treasure Town: kill Black & White! All this, plus sick humor in Heartbroken Angels, and five features on underground manga, Japanese music, film and more! MATURE READERS Magazine, b&w, 128pg $5.95 POKEMON THE ELECTRIC TALE OF PIKACHU #2 by Toshihiro Ono From the hit Game Boy title and TV series comes Pokemon, in new all-ages manga adventures! After Ash accidentally destroyed Misty's bike, the two young Pokemon trainers have stuck together, at least until Ash can cough up enough money to pay Misty back! It looks like the debt won't be settled until Misty challenges him to a Pokemon fight on her home turfŠthe Cerulean City swimming pool! Get ready, get wet, go! b&w, 40pg, (2 of 4) $3.25 NIGHTWARRIORS DARKSTALKERS REVENGE #2 by Run Ishida A stand-alone manga adaptation of the hit anime series and fighting video game from the makers of Street Fighter! They say cats walk by themselves, and that applies doubly to Felicia, a Darkstalker who dreams of being a singer and spends her quieter moments incognito as a cute, purple-haired feline. But transforming into a six-foot-tall catwoman has its disadvantages in human society. Can werewolf J. Talbain teach her how to live? b&w, 40pg, (2 of 6), (Note Price) $3.25 RANMA 1/2 PART SEVEN #11 by Rumiko Takahashi Add another curse to Ranma's list: without the magical Dragon Thread to tie his pigtail, and his hair is cursed to grow at super-speed! Can he resign himself to life with 20 feet of hair trailing behind him? Then, the whole gang receives free tickets to a hot-and-cold springs resort! There's just one problem: only couples are accepted. b&w, 32pg, (11 of 14) $2.95 INU YASHA: A FEUDAL FAIRY TALE PART TWO #6 by Rumiko Takahashi In modern-day Tokyo, Kagome wrestles with the poltergeist-like powers of Mayu, an evil little girl whose tricks are turning deadly. But is Mayu dead or alive? And what even more horrifying force is behind her supernatural abilities? b&w, 40pg, (6 of 9) $3.25 NO NEED FOR TENCHI PART SIX #2 by Hitoshi Okuda Yume and Washu, the greatest mad scientists in the universe, flash back to the old days when their rivalry began. And now, in the present day, it's time for the war to settle the score: Yume's ninja champions Hishima and Takashima vs. Washu's defenders Tenchi and Gohgei! b&w, 32pg, (2 of 5) $2.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION BOOK THREE #5 by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto As all of Japan's electrical power is gathered into a positron gun powerful enough to destroy the Fifth Angel, the Angel slowly but surely drills through the defensive armor of Tokyo-3. Waiting for the battle beside their Evangelions, Rei and Shinji themselves lower their guards, and discuss their lives and the fates that may await them. Also available in a Special Collector's Edition, preserving the original left-to-right orientation of this major manga series! REG. - b&w, 32pg, (5 of 6) $2.95 COLL ED. - b&w, 32pg, (5 of 6) $2.95 MAISON IKKOKU PART EIGHT #5 by Rumiko Takahashi When Kyoko returns to Maison Ikkoku after staying out all night with Mitaka, Godai can't bring himself to ask the one question on his mind. To make matters worse, there's the pitter-patter of little feet in Maison IkkokuŠsince Godai and Kyoko are stuck with two kids abandoned by the waitress form Godai's cabaret! Maison Ikkoku: The story of a boy, a girl, and the drunks who interfere. b&w, 40pg, (5 of 8), (Note Price) $3.25 VIZ-IN MAGAZINE VOLUME 10 #12 Your monthly guide to new releases from Viz Comics, Viz Video, and Viz Music, Viz-In is North America's manga and anime connection! Don't miss this free monthly full-color poster and sneak peeks at your favorite graphic novels, videos, music, and merchandise! Magazine $0.00 ******* STARS OF THE MONTH BATTLE ANGEL ALITA VOLUME 9 ANGELS ASCENSION TP These are the complete exploits of the cyborg girl without a past, who uses fighting abilities she gained during her previous "life" to battle for her friends, and for her own freedom! From the ruined streets of Scrapyard to the deadly Motorball arena and beyond, Battle Angel Alita is SF/Adventure manga at its very best! (STAR8070) b&w $16.95 BLACK JACK GRAPHIC NOVEL by Osamu Tezuka E.R. eat your heart out! There are some people conventional medicine cannot help. Victims of chance, conspiracy, and nature-bloody accidents, ectopic pregnancies, psychosomatic deformities-they have been abandoned by ordinary doctors. But for Black Jack, a brilliant, scarred, unlicensed surgeon, no case is too bizarre and no operation too risky. (STAR8185) SC, 184pg, b&w $15.95 INU-YASHA VOLUME 2 TP by Rumiko Takahashi Time travel and the supernatural collide in this action-adventure series! Safely back in the present after her frightening adventures with dog-demon Inu-Yasha, Kagome has no intention of returning to Japan's feudal era ever again. But Yura of the Hair, a demonic woman who manipulates the hair of the dead, is on a rampage in the past, and Inu-Yasha needs Kagome's help! Then it's a family reunion for Inu-Yasha as his half-brother, the monstrously cruel Sesshômaru, gets his paws on their dead father's legendary sword. Brother fights brother as Inu-Yasha's heritage is revealed! (STAR8069) SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 THE LEGEND OF KAMUI PERFECT COLLECTION VOL. 1 GRAPHIC NOVEL by Sanpei Shirato The long-out-of-print, classic series in the tradition of Lone Wolf and Cub! After working his way up from the oppressed peasant class, the ninja Kamui must struggle to free himself from the iron fist of his own clan. Shipwrecked on an island, he meets another apostate ninja, a woman named Sugaro, who, like himself, is being huntedŠand who, like himself, must question if she can trust anyone ever again. (STAR8159) SC, 264pg, b&w $16.95 STEAM DETECTIVES GRAPHIC NOVEL by Kia Asamiya In a past that never was, in the Age of Steam, masked dandies, dastardly supervillains, and sentient machines stalk the streets of Steam City by night. Are the wits and reflexes of wünderkind detective Narutaki, pretty nurse Ling Ling, and their robot Goriki enough to thwart evil and unravel the mysteries of this strange world? Prepare for cliffhanging anime-style action as the trio face their toughest cases: the Phantom Knight, the Machine Baron, the diabolical Dr. Guilty, and more! The new series from the creator of Silent Möbius! (STAR8137) SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 VR ENTERPRISES RHONDA GRAPHIC NOVEL SIGNED EDITION by Rey Torres, Jr. & Carol Scarborough Award-winning videographer and artist combine talents to offer a tale of mystery and occult. Includes an Art Gallery by many of manga's finest. These remaining issues of Rhonda are signed by both Torees and Scarborough! b&w, 100pg $8.95 TECH HIGH #4 by Heather Vaughn & Kyle Carrozza The adventures of Sideburn and Venose are continued in Wanna Go for a Ride as this humorous ride starts getting wilder. Then, follow an eerie story of Gako Neko-teenage cat ghost. Also includes an introductory tale of Social Outcasts called Incoming. b&w, 32pg $2.95 WARP GRAPHICS ELFQUEST #31 Concluding Elfquest's twentieth anniversary celebration-all-new stories and features including Wave Dancers, Wolfrider, and surprise holiday features! Cover by Elfquest co-creator, writer and artist Wendy Pini! b&w, 64pg $4.95 ELFQUEST WOLF LOGO BOOKENDS These sturdy and classy bookends were first shown to retailers at the 1998 San Diego Comic Con. Produced for Warp by Lasermach, these were the hit of the booth. No matter how heavy the tome, it won't cause these bookends to bend, and the rich colors - forest green or burgundy red - will complement any library décor. Each bookend stands 6 inches tall and 6 inches deep; the wolf logo is 4 inches in diameter. Great for holiday gift giving! Bookends $40.00 WESTHAMPTON HOUSE QUEEN OF THE BLACK BLACK by Megan Kelso This definitive collection from Girlhero creator Megan Kelso features all her non-Bottlecap stories from that title as well as stories from Action Girl and Dark Horse Presents. Two brand new stories also round out this collection from one of comicdom's brightest female stars-Queen of the Black Black is a Louise Nevelson-inspired look at an aging artist and the young musician she takes under her wing, and The Daddy Mask is a playful look at a little girl surrounded by a bunch of partying adults. Thought-provoking writing and simple-yet-beautiful cartooning. NOTE: May be available from other markets before shipping to retail outlets. MATURE READERS 160pg $12.95 TINY BUBBLES by James Kochalka Magic Boy's hypochondria gets the best of him in James "Superstar" Kochalka's newest and most ambitious graphic novel yet. A chance meeting with an action- painting robot forces Magic Boy to contemplate the meaning of art and his own technophobia. Heady stuff leavened with Kochalka's usual bratty humor and thick brushstrokes, Tiny Bubbles is a wacky masterpiece by one of the strongest new talents in comics! NOTE: May be available from other markets before shipping to retail outlets. MATURE READERS b&w, 192pg $12.95 WHAT COMICS CAPTAIN ZAP #7 by Oliver Simonsen Sudden tragic death was the best career move for Polly the Bird's fast track celebrity life, and luckily he can come back to reap the benefits. Being a cartoon character is sooo much better than being human! b&w, 60pg $2.95 WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS MAGNIFICENT MILKMAID #1 by Kris Overstreet & John Barrett SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 MAGAZINES SECTION PREMIERE VENDORS GEMSTONE PUBLISHING COMIC BOOK MARKETPLACE #67 IT'S BEEN LONGER THAN YOU THINK! It's been 25 years since Gwen Stacy died... and 25 years since the first appearance of the Punisher! Was this merely a pivotal event in the history of The Amazing Spider-Man, or was this the tip of the iceberg and the real end of comics as we knew them? Comic Book Marketplace #67 takes a thought-provoking, in-depth look at those quarter-of-a-century-ago events and their effects on comic book history. It's only in CBM #67! Magazine, PC $5.95 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES COMIC BOOK INDEX UPDATE 1997 This thick 144-page magazine contains over 42,000 credits from over 600 artists and writers covering over 5,000 comics released in 1997 alone. Plus, it's even cross-indexed by character! If you had purchased every single comic in 1997, it would have cost you over $17,000, and that's just what the Comic Book Index did. This is a great convention resource guide for under $5.00. (Alternate Concepts) Magazine, 144pg, b&w $4.95 COMIC RELIEF #112 Your favorite funny strips in one magazine including Dilbert, Doonesbury, Life in Hell, For Better or For Worse, Sylvia, and many more. Plus, humor features from Dave Barry and Joe Bob Briggs to Ask Dr. Science and Weird News. Completely ad free! (Page One) Magazine, 100 pg, b&w $4.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #599-602 Get your weekly news about the comics scene with interviews. Each full-color issue is filled with up-to-date news, along with monthly interviews, reviews, checklists, and the monthly Hot Picks! (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC SRP: PIEa. COMICOLOGY WINTER 98/99 Get ready for a new idea in comics magazines! Every six months, Comiclogy will take a comprehensive look at a single special subject. Bound in a high-quality square format, this magazine will be right at home on your bookshelf. For the premiere issue, just in time for DC's Kingdom cross-over, Comicology will go behind the scenes to took at the original Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross with exhaustive annotations, a massive Kingdom Come character directory, and dozens of never-before-published Alex Ross character sketches (including some characters that didn't make into into the finished product). Plus, get the scoop on Ross' Earth-X, and Comicology interviews Waid about the Kingdom event and the incredible aftermath. Semiannual. Magazine, 200pg $16.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1309 Star Wars: The countdown begins! With excitement building toward the May 1999 release of Star Wars: Episode 1, the world's largest marketplace for collectible comics turns the spotlight on Dark Horse's new ongoing Star Wars title. Hard- core fan alert: X-Wing: Rogue Squadron writer Michael Stackpole interviews series writer Jan Strnad about the finer points of navigating the Star Wars comics universe! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1310 A Golden Age Christmas! Celebrate the holiday season with a trip down memory lane, revisiting Golden Age greats with the industry's newspaper of record. Plus CBG's regular cartoons and columns by such fan faves as Peter David, Mark Evanier, Fred Hembeck, Tony Isabella, and many more! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1311 It's January 1, 1999-do you know where your universe is? CBG does-with a grand tour of DC's Kingdom Come and other alternate future histories yet to be-and some that didn't quite come true. Plus! CBG's monthly price guide update, along with its retailer review panel's picks for February 1999-shipping comics! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1312 Dial CBG for murder! On the 10th anniversary of the dial-in death of DC's second Robin (Jason Todd), CBG looks back on that unique incident in comics editorial history. Did we say unique? No more! This issue, CBG begins a dial-in contest to decide whether "Cartoon Fred Hembeck" lives or dies! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1313 Triskadekaphobia! Lady Luck has been a friend to some in comics history, a foe to others. Issue #1313 comes up aces on some of the luckiest and unluckiest characters in comics. All this plus its regular features make this a must for collectors, fans, and industry professionals! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #101 Europe's #1 trade paper for the U.S. and U.K. comics industries. Covers both mainstream and indie titles along with all-company news, over 100 reviews, Internet gossip, market overviews, comics to film reports, card news, an events guide, investment tips, story synopses for U.S. and U.K. titles, and heated comics debates. (Quality Communications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg, PC $1.95 COMICS REVUE #153 The latest review on comics features Sky Masters by Jack Kirby and Wally Wood, plus Alley Oop, Flash Gordon, Gasoline Alley, Modesty Blaise, Tarzan, The Phantom, and other classic strips. (Manuscript Press) Magazine, b&w, 64pg $5.95 JACK KIRBY CHECKLIST 1998 EDITION From the publisher of The Jack Kirby Collector comes the most thorough listing of Kirby's work ever published! This fully-updated, definitive edition took over two years to complete, and lists in exacting detail every published comic featuring Jack's work, including story titles, page counts, and inkers. It even cross-references reprints to help collectors locate less-expensive versions of key Kirby issues. Also included is an extensive bibliography, listing books, periodicals, portfolios, fanzines, posters, and other obscure pieces with Kirby's art. Plus, there's a detailed list of Jack's unpublished work as well. A must for the serious collector of Kirby's work! (TwoMorrows Advertising) Magazine, 96pg, b&w $5.00 JACK KIRBY COLLECTOR #22 This issue spotlights Kirby's villains starting with a cover featuring Doctor Doom and Jack's original 1960s Darkseid concept drawing. There's also an unpublished Kirby interview where Jack talks about his villains, plus new interviews with Mike Mignola and Steve Rude discussing Kirby's influence on their work! Then Steve Sherman describes the genesis of Kobra, plus more features on other Kirby villains we love to hate - Darkseid, Doctor Doom, the Red Skull, Yellow Claw, Galactus, Atlas Monsters, and many others! And page after page of rare and unpublished art, uninked pencil pages from New Gods, Fantastic Four, Mr. Miracle, Captain America and more! Bimonthly. (TwoMorrows Advertising) Magazine, 64pg, b&w $5.95 MODESTY BLAISE #16 A Comics Revue magazine! Featuring a Modesty Blaise tale-"Green Cobra"-by Peter O'Donnell and Romero. Quarterly. (Manuscript Press) Magazine, 9x11, b&w $5.95 TRIPWIRE SPECIAL B The second of Tripwire's specials focuses on one of Marvel's most eagerly awaited new projects - Earth X. Talking with series creators Alex Ross, Jim Krueger, and artist John Paul Leon, Tripwire looks in depth at this alternate Marvel Universe including character sketches, plot development and a full-color cover by Ross. (Tripwire) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 24pg $1.75 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES ACTION FIGURE NEWS AND TOY REVIEW #75 LJN's Advanced Dungeons & Dragons with reviews of stuff you've never seen, and stuff you've probably never heard of! Plus, the latest breaking news on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, G.I. Joe, and other top trading action figures. All this and more of your favorite stuff including "Cool Giveaways," "What's Your [Beanie] Bag?," "This Space for Rant," "Altered States," "Toy Tracker," "Samurai Safari," "Action Review," and the Action Figure Price Guide. (Action Figure News and Toy Review) Magazine, 64pg, FC $5.95 AMAZING FIGURE MODELER #13 Get set for ignition as AFM blasts off for the star for a far out cosmic salute to outer space and beyond! This salute to classic sci-fi gets launched with a planet-sized look at Amalgamated Dynamic, Inc., the effects studio behind Alien Resurrection, Starship Troopers, and more. Then AFM orbits the inner reaches of the classic 60s TV show The Outer Limits in a rare interview with the original series effects legend Wah Chang. Plus, a spaced look at the career of sculptor Randy Bowen, and a big payload of other cool modeling stuff. (Amazing Figure Modeler) Magazine $6.00 ANIMATION MAGAZINE JANUARY 1999 Continuing coverage of the fascinating and wide-ranging world of animation, from television to computers featuring interviews with the top creators, articles on animation and software, and overviews of animation around the world. (Animation Magazine) Magazine, PC $4.95 BEANIE WORLD FEBRUARY 1999 Mary Beth's Beanie World is devoted to covering news and events in the world of Beanie Babies and related toys. Each issue is filled with up-to-date information, color photos, and insight from Beanie Baby expert Mary Beth Sobolewski. This issue: new retirement announcements, using Beanies in school, more patterns for Beanie clothes, Kids & their Beanies, Ty's Plush line, Harley Davidson Bean Bags, and more! Plus: mail, price guide & Ty checklist, Collector Spotlight, and other regular features. (ADS Publisher Services) Magazine, 96pg, FC $5.99 BEANIE WORLD FOR KIDS FEBRUARY 1999 From the makers of Mary Beth's Beanie World comes a new Beanie guide just for kids. Each issue spotlights kids' Beanie artwork, information on Beanie Web sites, tips on throwing Beanie parties, Beanie games, puzzles, coloring pages, monthly Beanie calendars, news on Mary Beth's Beanie World Club, and helpful hints for parents on how to use Beanies as educational tools. Help your kids get the most out of their Beanie Babies. (ADS Publisher Services) Magazine, 80pg, FC $3.99 BEANS FEBRUARY 1999 A comprehensive collector's guide to all major manufacturers of beanbag toys including Ty, Disney, Warner Bros., Harley Davidson, and more! Pricing for over 500 beanbags per month! Only in Beans do you get: pricing on all beanbag variations and for every generation of hang tag; birth, release, and retirement dates; historical price trends for retired pieces; and a show calendar. Plus there are fun and informative monthly features including monthly news in "Beanie Bulletins," "Beanies We'd Like to See," "CyberBeanies" with Internet coverage, "Beanie Fashions and Accessories," and much more! (Tuff Stuff) Magazine $4.99 BECKETT HOT TOYS JANUARY 1999 #8 Each issue will contain fresh, creative, and fun articles and columns on the latest toy collectible products on the market, the hottest toy shows around the country and of course, Beckett's price guide and checklist. Each issue includes a convention calendar, a resource directory, and columns on action figures, dolls, gaming cards, Hot Wheels, Beanie Babies, Star Wars, video and computer games, toys on the Internet, vintage toys, and much more. (Beckett Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $4.99 COLLECT! FEBRUARY 1999 One of the "bibles" for card prices, this includes a guide for entertainment collectibles. Covers over 2,400 prices and more than 350 figure series, covering the gamut of non-sports and entertainment cards - from hobby classics to the hottest new releases. (Tuff Stuff) Magazine $3.99 KITBUILDERS MAGAZINE #29 Girls, Girls, Girls - Revisited! This issue reprints articles from their original "Girls, Girls, Girls" issue (KB #17), but looks at the gorgeous girl kits produced in just the past two years. Plus, another installment of "Hobby History," and, as always, the regular features including "Cool New Stuff," "In My Opinion," "Xacto-Facto," "Some Assembly Required," a major show review, and more. Quarterly. (Gordys) Magazine, 64pg, b&w $5.95 LEE'S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO STAR WARS POWER OF THE FORCE A guide to every figure, vehicle, creature, role-playing toy, and documented variant released by Kenner and Hasbro Direct through Christmas, 1998! A must- have for any Star Wars collector. (Action Figure News and Toy Review) Magazine, FC $8.95 LEE'S ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WRESTLING FIGURES Topics will include various WWF licensed releases from Hasbro, Jakks Pacific, and LJN; WCW licensed products from Galoob, Toy Biz, and Original San Francisco Toymakers; plus Remco's AWA brand. Includes a price guide and checklist. (Action Figure News and Toy Review) Magazine, 80+pg, FC $19.95 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #60 This issue, AFD interviews Marty Abrams who was president of the MEGO corporation during the company's action figure years of the 70s. Here he discusses his new book project and the relaunch of the Micronauts brand; plus AFD will show never-produced MEGO figures. Also included are all of AFD's regular features including the Top 20 selling action figure lines, "Action News Briefs," "Star Wars Update," and other announcements for Spring, 1999. (Tomart) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOMART'S DISNEYANA UPDATE #28 The twenty-eighth chapter in the history of Disney Merchandising featuring Disney Bean Bag characters, the work of new Disney sculptor David Kracov, character teapots, and an interview with Barton "Bo" Boyd, Chairman of Disney Consumer Products, starting in 1984. Plus, the regular departments on Publishing, Buttons & Pins, Home Video, Vintage Disneyana, Theme Park Collectibles, Mail Order Merchandise, and Disney Store Exclusives. Hundreds of color photos. Bimonthly. (Tomart) Magazine $6.00 TOY SHOP #192 & 193 Toy Shop offers you the only fully indexed toy and model marketplace in the hobby. Specializing in the '50s, '60s, and '70s, thousands of collector toys, models, dolls and related items are for sale in the pages of Toy Shop every issue. You'll find classified ads indexed alphabetically by category, making it easy for you to locate items of collectible interest. Containing more than 115 separate classifications, Toy Shop puts the entire spectrum of collectible toys and models at your fingertips every issue. Biweekly. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.98Ea. WHITE'S GUIDE TO COLLECTING FIGURES JANUARY 1999 One of the most comprehensive magazines covering more than two dozen collectible hobbies in over 280 pages. Monthly features include price guide and columns on Action Figures, Star Trek, Star Wars, G.I. Joe, Die Cast, Starting Lineups, NASCAR, Bobbing Heads, Coca Cola, Disney, Beanie Babies, Fashion Dolls, and more. Choose from three covers every month - the comics cover (Spawn to Star Wars), the sports cover (featuring a celebrity athlete), and the general interest (Beanies to Barbies) cover. (Collecting Concepts) COMICS COVER-Magazine $4.99 SPORTS COVER-Magazine $4.99 GENERAL COVER-Magazine $4.99 GAME MAGAZINES DRAGON #256 This issue focuses on "Rogues and Rascals," with Skills & Powers for rogue characters, new spells for bards, and magical items for all variety of rascals. This issue also features "The World of the Weren" for the Alternity game, and a cover by Star*Drive artist r.k. post. (TSR) (CAUT: 4) Magazine (Note Price) $4.99 DUELIST #35 The magazine devoted to Magic: The Gathering and other card games! This issue previews the new Magic expansion Urza's Saga, provides an all-new Duelist Price guide and Player's Guide, gives strategy hints from Pro Tour players along with deck building tips and card analysis from Magic R&D, and continues coverage of L5R and Doomtown from game designer and writer Wolfgang Bauer. Produced by the folks at Wizards of the Coast. (WOTC) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.99 DUNGEON #73 Dungeon Adventures #73 features the fifth and final adventure in the Mere of Dead Men series for the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. In "Eye of Myrkul," for levels 6-8, brave heroes thwart the sinister machinations of two black dragons and in the heart of Faerûn's most perilous swamp. Other featured adventures include "The Setting Sun," a Greyhawk adventure for levels 5-8, and "Quoitine Quest," a Celtic-style AD&D adventure for levels 1-3. Cover by Stephen Daniele. (TSR) (CAUT: 4) Magazine (Note Price) $4.99 GAMERS' REPUBLIC FEBRUARY 1999 Now available through Previews! Nothing is hotter today than electronic video games, and Gamers' Republic brings the heat to print! Produced and written by real players, Gamers' Republic is designed for beginner and advanced players alike. Beautifully and intelligently presented, GR has the most thoroughly researched information on today's cutting-edge games. All this plus anime, music, and movie reviews. (Rider Circulation Services) Magazine, FC $5.99 SCRYE VOLUME 5 #6 Scyre is the only magazine which exclusively covers the entire field of CCGs. Featuring one of the most accurate price guides, complete player's guides, the latest product news, plus an extensive tournament and convention calendar. The "Mastyr" players section includes the pro-talk department and is designed for the dedicated player with tips, strategies, reviews of CCGs, and much, much more. Polybagged. Bimonthly. (Scrye, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.50 SHADIS #55 Featuring card inserts and quality articles covering every aspect of the card gaming industry, Shadis is for collectible card game fans everywhere! (Alderac) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $3.95 WHITE DWARF # 227 This issue: Dark Eldar-a whole new race in the 41st Millennium! Tips on how to paint them, strategies for winning with this new army, and more! Also: The Warhammer UK Staff Champion shows off his army and tells how he did it; complete rules for all the known special characters for Warhammer 40K; how to build and paint your Space Marine Landspeeder; more Dogs of War releases, including the full rules for Borgio the Besieger; a whole new Skeleton Army based from the deserts of Khemri; new Gorkamorka rules for adding treacherous terrain to your game, and more! NOTE: Available in the U.S. only. (Games Workshop) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Magazine $4.99 TRADING CARD MAGAZINES BECKETT SPORTS CARDS MAGAZINES These magazines cover the superstars of sports and sports card collecting with insightful articles and colorful action photos. Regular features include looks at the most popular players and cards, tips on card collecting, and "Readers Write," a forum for readers. Plus, one of the hobby's most reliable and relied- upon price guides for cards. (Beckett) (CAUT: 4) BASEBALL (#166)-Magazine, FC $3.99 BASKETBALL (#102)-Magazine, FC $3.99 FOOTBALL (#106)-Magazine, FC $3.99 HOCKEY (#99)-Magazine, FC $3.99 RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#53)-Magazine, FC $3.99 SPORTS COLLECTIBLES & AUTOGRAPHS (FEB 99)-Magazine, FC $3.99 TUFF STUFF FEBRUARY 1999 The monthly price guide contains prices for sports cards in singles, packs, boxes, and sets along with prices for racing, draft picks, limited edition collectibles, promo cards, plus autographs and memorabilia, as well as a Kenner Starting Lineup section. Also, lively feature stories and the latest in hobby news and regular monthly columns from experts in the field. Bimonthly. (Tuff Stuff) Magazine, FC $4.99 GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT AIRBRUSH ACTION NOVEMBER DECEMBER 1998 This time, ABA takes a world view of artists who use the airbrush including cover artist Sebastian Krüger. Krüger caricatures are as bizarre as that are insightful, and his portraits of The Rolling Stones and Hollywood icons have given him an almost rock-star status. In this issue he explains his technique as well as what it's like to meet the subjects of his cruel stylings. Plus how-to's on airbrushing bronze, tile, and other non-traditional substances. (SQP) Magazine $4.99 ANIMEFANTASTIQUE #1 Isn't it time a magazine treats animation with all the color, wit and sense of wonder that readers have come to expect from Cinefantastique? With a steady influx of quality animated work from Japan (like Ghost in the Shell) and American and European studios tackling subjects never before deemed appropriate (Mulan anyone?), the time has come for a magazine to cover this innovative art form with the grace and intelligence it deserves. Whether it's news of the latest hit from Japan, an interview with the next hit in animation, or a comprehensive production report of a Disney summer release, AFQ will be there to provide in-depth coverage. Quarterly. (Cinefantastique) Magazine $5.95 AMAZING STORIES #595 All-new science fiction short stories from the best writers in the field! This issue: A celebration of SF legend Jack Williamson. This issue marks Williamson's 70th year as a science fiction writer (his first sale to Amazing Stories was "The Metal Man," from December 1928). Also in this issue: two new shared-world stories. (WOTC) Magazine, 8x11 $4.99 BABYLON 5 VOL. 2 #7 Continuing its exclusive coverage of the Babylon Project with exclusive interviews with the cast and crew from both Babylon 5 and Crusade and special "wrap" features commemorating the first US screenings of the final episodes on TNT. Includes features written by the staffs of both shows including Babylon 5 creator J. Michael Straczynski. (Titan Magazines) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC, 68pg $5.99 CINEFANTASTIQUE VOLUME 30 #12 This issue: the making of Star Trek: Insurrection, the third feature film crewed by the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation including interviews with Patrick Stewart, Brent Spiner, actress Donna Murphy who plays Picard's love interest Anij, F. Murray Abraham who plays the villain Ru'afo, writer Michael Piller, make-up artist Michael Westmore, and more. Plus, behind the scenes of A Bug's Life, the filming of The Faculty created by Kevin Williamson and directed by Robert Rodriguez (El Mariachi), and coverage of Universal's Psycho remake and Mighty Joe Young. (Cinefantastique) Magazine, FC $5.95 CINEFEX #76 One of the most beloved effects movies of all time, Mighty Joe Young, gets the remake treatment. To create the fifteen-foot gorilla, director Ron Underwood engaged master make-up artist Rick Baker, who created apes for Greystoke and Gorillas in the Mist, to produce his largest gorilla to date. Then, director Vincent Ward crafts a thoughtful fantasy examination of grief and death in What Dreams May Come based on the Richard Matheson sci-fi novel. Robin Williams stars as a physician who dies violently and takes a journey through the afterlife. Includes beautiful effects by Mass Illusions, POP Films, and Digital Domain (Titanic). Quarterly. (Cinefex) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $8.50 CINESCAPE #38 JANUARY FEBRUARY 1999 Cinescape is the bold magazine of science-fiction and action/adventure movies and television with behind-the-scenes reports; in-depth interviews with the stars, directors, and writers; and a look ahead to future TV and movie blockbusters. (M.V.P. Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 CULT TIMES #40 Now in a new larger format! Plan the month with the "Cult Times Out of the Box," an indispensable listing guide to cult TV programs on terrestrial, cable, and satellite. Read interviews with the stars and features on cult shows in the U.K. Take a light-hearted, yet informative, look at a classic series in the "Instant Guide" and review the highlights of the previous month in "Times Past." (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 80pg $4.99 CULT TIMES SPECIAL #8 Coinciding with the theatrical release of the ninth Star Trek film, this issue contains features and interviews focusing on Star Trek's cult TV origins, as well as the phenomenally popular blockbusting film series. Plus: a look back at the successes of the last year's Sci-Fi and telefantasy TV, including The X- Files movie spin-off and Babylon 5, plus comprehensive TV listingts for the genre over the Christmas period. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $5.99 CULT MOVIES #27 This issue: James Whale and the movie Of Gods and Monsters, Maile Nurmi of Vampira, the Japanese Frankenstein, Joe Dellasandro exposed, Forrest J. Ackerman's Horrorwood, plus film, video, and book reviews. Quarterly. (Cult Movies) Magazine, 90pg $4.95 DR. WHO IN-VISION #83 TIMELASH-The Doctor finds himself aboard the Tardis with H.G. Wells in one of the twists of the story. They journey to the planet Karfel where the Board rules, but all is far from well. (Jeremy Bentham) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.50 DREAMWATCH #53 Whether your tastes lean towards Quantum Leap or Blake's 7, Babylon 5 or Aliens (or the tried and true favorites: Who and Trek), you can find it in here with interviews, features galore, and comprehensive episode guides! (DWB) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $5.99 FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND #225 This issue: FM takes a close-up and candid look at the "monstrous" lives of Horrorwood's unforgettable couple, Elsa Lanchester (Bride of Frankenstein) and Charles Laughton (The Island of Lost Souls). Packed with many rare behind-the- scenes photos from their best horror films! Also, a new Filmbook of the 1950s shocker, The Fly; an in-depth analysis of the real life mental illness known as Lycanthropy; new FM Filmbooks on The Aligator People and Atom Age Vampire; new Hammer Horror releases; and more on the new and improved Famous Monster of Filmland Fan Club! Plus, more Aurora Classics Art, You Axed For It!, Horror Hall of Flame, and more! (Dynacomm) Magazine, b&w $5.95 FANGORIA #180 The new horror boom is in full swing, and Fangoria will be there to cover all the new terror titles. Idle Hands do the devil's work (do they ever) in this story of a teenage boy whose hands are possessed by a demon starring Devon Sawa and Seth Green (Buffy the Vampire Slayer). The telekinetic terror is back in Carrie II as another misfit high-school girl discovers how to wreak havoc on her tormentors. Directed by Katt Shea (Poison Ivy) and starring Jason London, Rachel Blanchard (Clueless), and Zachary Ty Bryan (Home Improvement). Plus producer Gale Anne Hurd (Aliens, Armageddon) discusses her work on Virus, spotlights on directors Danny Cannon (Judge Dredd, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer) and Robert Rodriguez (The Faculty, From Dusk Till Dawn), and more. (Starlog) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $5.99 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 7 #10 FF picks the All time 50 Sexiest Femmes, and provides sensuous photos and interviews with some of the honorees including Yvonne Craig, Carrie Fisher, Nichelle Nichols, Julie Newmar, and Kate Mulgrew. Plus in-depth conversations with Sherri Rappaport (Xena, Little Witches), Clea DuCall (The Faculty), Irish McCalla (Sheena: Queen of the Jungle), Vitina Marcus (Lost World, Lost in Space), and Jane Sibbett (Friends, Arrival 2) (Cinefantastique) MATURE READERS Magazine (Note Price) $5.95 FILM REVIEW #101 All the best in movie news, reviews, and interviews with the latest info from around the world in "Dispatches," sneak previews of the new month's releases in "Film Trailers," and features on the greatest movie stars in "Idol Chat." Celebrities get to choose their five favorite films in "Picture Paradise." Plus, "Call Sheet" recalls a classic movie with exclusive interviews, lively reviews of the latest movies, movie books, and soundtrack, plus masses of movie trivia, video competitions and more. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $6.95 FORTEAN TIMES #118 From UFOs, Bigfoot and visions of the Virgin Mary to weird tales and human oddities, Fortean Times is a respected chronicler of strange phenomena with 23 years experience of reporting from wild frontiers. Informed, open-minded, skeptical, and above all extremely funny, Fortean Times has the lowdown on what's out there... and always names its sources! Believer or skeptic, its features cover all interests. (JB Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $4.95 GIRLS' LIFE VOL. 5 #3 Our fantastic Holiday issue! What's in store for you for 1999. Make great gifts for your friends and family. New Year's skin resolutions. The newest Backstreet Boy, and more! Bimonthly. (Girls' Life) Magazine $2.95 007 MAGAZINE #35 A 48-page special on the making the classic You Only Live Twice starring Sean Connery featuring interviews with director Lewis Gilbert and production designer Ken Adam Includes many never-before-seen photographs. (James Bond 007 International Fan Club). (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #8 (Aug98) Magazine $10.00 LIGHTSPEED #4 Now available in the U.S.! All the science fiction you need. This British SF special features future anarchy (24 Hours in London), suburban paranoia (Urban Ghost Story), an exclusive preview (Fuel), Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, a profile of Steven Norrington (Death Machine, Blade), and British vampires with attitude (Razor Blade Smile). Plus, Kurt Russell in Soldier, a set report from Supernova, and Marvel Comics at the Movies. And... do you like robots? Lightspeed sure does and, each issue, they provide a paper robot for you to cut ansd assemble. (Roma Publishing) Magazine $4.95 LOCUS #455 The science-fiction and fantasy community's journal, with news and reviews on new and upcoming releases, as well as articles and columns by noted authors. (Locus) Magazine, 70pg, b&w $4.95 MANGA MAX VOL 2 #1 The U.S. and Canadian launch of the magazine jam packed with everything you need to know (and more) about the wonderfully funky world of anime, manga, Asian action films, SF and more! Manga Max has all the hot news, plus up-to-the-minute information and reviews of all the new videos, books, software, and merchandise releases. Buy it! read it! Make manga your life! Available with a general audience edition or a racier Mature Readers edition which includes a 16-page sealed erotica anime and manga supplement. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) GENERAL (VERSION A)-Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 MATURE (VERSION B)-Magazine, 68+pg, FC $5.99 MOVIE IDOLS #11 The sister title of Film Review. Featuring Patrick Stewart, Captain Picard from Star Trek: The Next Generation, and actor in other notable sci-fi films. Each edition focuses on a popular movie star, reviews all of their films and features a career profile. Every issue folds out into a massive 33" x 23" full color wall poster! Bimonthly. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $3.99 OUTRÉ #15 Lots of pop culture fun featuring interviews, articles, and retrospectives of influential people in comedy, music, science, pin-ups, and other influential areas of pop life. Plus ultra-rare Russian sci-fi flicks, reviews of CDs, books, and videos, plus other surprises. Quarterly. (Filmfax) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg $5.95 PENTHOUSE MARCH 1999 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. (Penthouse) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $5.99 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS See PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available outside of the United States. (Warner) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL MAGAZINE (FEB)-Magazine $4.95 PRESENTS (FEB/MAR)-Magazine $6.95 PRIVATE COLLECTION #10-Magazine $6.95 PREMIERE FEBRUARY 1999 The slick magazine for moviegoers and couch potatoes alike, featuring articles and features on every aspect of movies, TV, and films. (Conceptions Unlimited) Magazine, FC $3.50 REALMS OF FANTASY VOL. 5 #8 Covering the entire world of fantasy! Lavishly illustrated, each issue features fantasy stories from the leading authors like Roger Zelazny, Piers Anthony, Alan Dean Foster, and more, along with art from Michael Whelan, Don Maitz, and top artists. Plus, regular coverage of the latest fantasy books, movies, television, role-playing games, video games, and more. Bimonthly. (Sovereign Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $3.99 SCAN #5 Complete coverage of the indy movie making scene. This month: how to build your own computer editing system, the costs of releasing your movie on DVD, and more invaluable information on how to make your own B-movie. (Draculina) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.95 SCI-FI ENTERTAINMENT VOLUME 5 #8 This month includes behind-the-scenes coverage of Farscape, goes on the set of Matrix, reviews the FX of Virus, and goes inside Wing Commander, from game to film. (Sovereign Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC, 88pg $3.99 SCI-FI & FANTASY MODELS #33 This month: a look at The Magic Model Company who created the miniatures for The Avengers, a review of the long-awaited A-B Models 22" Eagle, the birth of the new Dalek playset, how to light the Enterprise-E, and kit reviews of Terminatrix, Warp's Bug B, Planet X Firefox, and more, plus the readers' model showcase, and more. (Next Millennium) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, PC $7.00 SCI-FI TEEN MARCH 1999 #5 Several high-profile films are due out in 1999. First, Wing Commander began as a super-hot computer game and is now a major interstellar action movie written by one of the game co-creators, and starring Freddie Prinze, Jr. (I Know What You Did Last Summer) and Saffron Burrows (Circle of Friends). Then, the crew of a deep-space medical rescue ship answers a distress call and finds a mysterious young man and a star on the verge of exploding in Supernova starring Robin Tunney (The Craft), Peter Facinelli (Can't Hardly Wait), and Wilson Cruz (My So- Called Life). Finally, from the mind of Kevin Williamson comes the Faculty (high-school teachers taken over by a sinister force from outer space) and Killing Mrs. Tingle (a driven student kidnaps the one teacher who won't give her an A). Plus, the Sci-Fi Teen Report card and more from the world of video games, cyberspace, TV, and movies. (Starlog) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $3.99 SCREEN POWER #6 The world's only official Jackie Chan magazine with exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and articles written by Jackie himself! This month - the Jackie Chan action figure is profiled, on location with Jackie, part five of "My Childhood" by Jackie Chan, a review of the A&E Biography episode, and updates on Jackie's current projects. Plus, news, reviews, competitions, and more! (Screen Power) (CAUT: 4) Magazine SRP: $7.95 SFX #47 It's big, fat and British, it's full-color, it's on nice glossy paper, and it covers the world of sci-fi from films, TV, and videos to books, comics, toys, and models. Smashing! (Future Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.20 SHIVERS #61 "The Magazine of Horror Entertainment" that goes behind the scenes of new horror productions and remembers classic horror productions with interviews, retrospectives, and more. With all the regular features, including Ingrid Pitt's "Pitt of Horror," plus news, film, video and book reviews. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 56pg $5.99 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #120 This issue is packed with up-to-the-minute Star Trek: Insurrection news including interviews with guest stars, art designers, costumer, makeup supervisor and production designers. This issue also features interviews with The Next Generation cast and director Jonathan Frakes. Plus a first look at Deep Space Nine's New Dax, Nicole deBoer. And much, much more! (Star Trek Fan Club) Magazine, FC $4.50 STAR TREK: INSURRECTION POSTER MAGAZINE The first of three glossy magazines which folds out into a poster featuring the stars of Star Trek IX: Insurrection. Includes features on the background and creation of the film, cast interviews, and talks with the people behind the scenes. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 16pg (Foldout) $3.95 STAR TREK: INSURRECTION SOUVENIR MAGAZINE A complete behind-the-scenes guide to the movie. This lavishly illustrated, full color magazine includes exclusive interviews with the stars (Patrick Stewart, Brent Spiner, Jonathan Frakes, Michael Dorn) and the production team, plus behind-the-scenes features on the stunning special effects. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg $5.99 STAR WARS INSIDER #42 This action-packed edition includes exclusive photos, news and interviews of the greatly anticipated Episode I. Plus, a Star Wars travel log; a feature on the Droids of the new movie; Natalie Portman discusses her role as the young queen; Nick Dudman on the creature effects for Episode I, and much more! (Official Fan Club) Magazine, FC $4.50 STAR WARS KIDS #2 This exciting issue of Star Wars Kids unmasks Darth Vader and features the "beauty with a blaster" Princess Leia! Also in this issue is an interview with Jake Lloyd-the prequel star who's film persona will grow up to be Darth Vader! Other features include: an article on Monsterolgy-are monsters real?; Aliens Among Us-real life animals that could be in Star Wars; and information on the re-release of the Wizard of Oz. Plus, fun games, puzzles, comics and more! (Official Fan Club) Magazine, FC $3.95 STARBURST #245 JANUARY 1999 The Premier Magazine of Sci-Fi Entertainment! Don't miss all the regular news and reviews and features from the world of Science Fiction entertainment-movies, TV, video, books and interactive media. Perfect-bound with spine. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 STARLOG #259 Behind the scenes of Babylon 5: Crusade and Wing Commander: The Movie both set to premiere this month. Meet the friends and foes of Star Trek: Insurrection - Tony-winning actress Donna Murphy and Emmy-winning actor Anthony Zerbe. Also, director Ron Underwood recalls the making of Mighty Joe Young; John Bruno explains the terrors of creating Virus; Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett) recalls his Star Wars villainy. Plus, Matrix, Supernova, Mercy Point, The X-Files, Seven Days, and more. (Starlog) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 TV ZONE #110 The World's Longest-Running Cult TV Magazine! Up-to-the-minute news, features and interviews plus continuing coverage of popular Cult TV shows including Babylon 5, Xena Warrior Princess, Star Trek: Voyager and Deep Space Nine, Millennium, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Doctor Who. Also, our ongoing episode guides to popular series and answers to readers' questions in "Memory Alpha," along with regular news, reviews and interviews. Perfect-bound with spine. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 WHITES GUIDE TO THE MOVIES A monthly magazine geared to serious movie fans. Caharacter-based reviews offer inside perspectives; revolutionary "box office scores" give you complete movie info at your fingertips; and a fantasy movie game allows readers to pick their own "teams" of Hollywood talent and compete against each other. Plus, scoops, news, quotes, and more. (Collecting Concepts) Magazine, 96pg $4.99 WRAPPED IN PLASTIC #38 The world's longest-running Twin Peaks magazine continues its in-depth coverage of Peaks and related topics, including early reviews of the new fall shows featuring Twin Peaks actors (Sheryl Lee, Mädchen Amick, Moira Kelly). Plus the usual letters, news, and reviews, and an "X-Files Extra" update on the latest X- Files news! (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, b&w $4.50 XPOSÉ #30 Don't miss out on the latest paranormal news from around the world and reviews of the latest paranormal movies, TV, and books. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg, FC $4.99 XPOSÉ SPECIAL #6 Look ahead to the new season of paranormal television including The X-Files, Millennium, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Earth: Final Conflict...plus a few surprises. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #8 (Aug98) Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 BOOKS SECTION ART BEST OF GIL ELVGREN Beautiful images of the girls-next-door are showcased in this classic compilation featuring the best of Elvgren's art. Full-color pictures of heavenly feminine beauty that's steadily becoming as popular as American glamour master Alberto Vargas. (Q2 Limited) (CAUT: 4) SC, 44pg $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A COMIC BOOK REBELS SIGNED LIMITED SLIPCASE EDITION by Stanley Wiater & Stephen R. Bissette This insightful examination of the people who make the comics industry tick is profusely illustrated and signed by Scott McCloud, Larry Marder, Jack Jackson, Richard Corben, Lee Marrs, Howard Cruse, Denis Kitchen, Dave Sim, Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Harvey Pekar, Joyce Brabner, Jean "Moebisu" Giraud, Alan Moore, Eddie Campbell, Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean, Frank Miller, Colleen Doran, Rick Veitch, Will Eisner, Stanley Wiater, and Stephen R. Bissette. Features a foil- stamped hardcover in two colors and enclosed in a matching slipcase. Limited to 500 copies. (Underwood Books) HC $65.00 ***************** STAR OF THE MONTH FASTNER & LARSON-ARCHITECTS OF FANTASY VOLUME 1 For over 20 years, the team of Steve Fastner and Rich Larson have created some of the most imaginative and fantastic images in the realm of fantasy art. Now you'll see the work done for science fiction and fantasy paperbacks, record companies, comic books, and trading cards that have brought this duo so much attention and fan notoriety! (SQP) (STAR2834) MATURE READERS SC, 64pg, b&w $9.95 **************** FATAL BEAUTY THE BOADA SKETCHBOOK Having painted literally hundreds of paperback covers, creating scenes of amazing beauty and power, illustrator Boada has amassed this gallery of work from his penciled roughs to final oils. Also available as a deluxe signed and numbered edition. (SQP) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS REG.-SC, 64pg, b&w $9.95 DLX.-SC, 64pg, b&w $19.95 HINDSIGHT: THE PHOTOGRAPHIC ART OF BORIS VALLEJO This new collection of photographs from Boris Vallejo focuses on the most private section of the human body, captured with sensitivity and sensuality. Renowned for his distinctive style of fantasy illustration, Boris here demonstrates his mastery of photography, with this collection of 112 images, each of which affirms his deep appreciation of the beauty and grace of the human physique. English text. NOTE: Only available in North America. (1-560251-58-1) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 3 & 4) MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #8 (Aug98) HC, 13x10, 128pg, b&w $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ICON: A RETROSPECTIVE BY FRANK FRAZETTA HC Edited by Arnie & Cathy Fenner Featuring a foreword by Rick Berry and an introduction by James E. Bama, this lovingly rendered retrospective looks at the life and art of the grandmaster of fantasy illustration, Frank Frazetta! The single largest collection of Frazetta's work ever published, Icon is also a lavishly illustrated and intimately detailed exploration of this important artist's career, as well as a must-have item for the true Frazetta fan! This edition features 8 fewer pages than the out-of-print limited edition. It is also the last chance for art enthusiasts everywhere to acquire this quintessential overview of the master illustrator's work. (1-887424-41-5) (Underwood) HC, 9x12, 176pg $35.00 MOONSHADOWS: THE MIKE PLOOG SKETCHBOOK Mike Ploog has established himself as a professional with insightful vision and a touch for the macabre. Now you can have insight into the working of a fantasy artist and experience how designs are conceived and ideas are worked out into a finished masterwork. This first volume contains never-before-seen material from Ploog's long and amazing career, plus a series of drawings done specifically for this presentation. (SQP) (STAR7901) MATURE READERS SC, b&w, 64pg $9.95 **************** OLIVIA 1998 CATALOG SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: This item is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (Robert Bane Editions) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL SC $24.95 PWEASE WUV ME More "Art" of Mitch O'Connell Internationally exhibited artist and beloved bon vivant Mitch O'Connell continues to lay waste to the axiom that no one could be that handsome and that talented. This book is jam-packed full of sexy color pop art paintings and drawings, including tattoo designs, artsy-fartsy gallery art, comic stories, and a hell of a lot of padding. (Good Taste Products) (CAUT: 4) SC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH "REPENT HARLEQUIN!" SAID THE TICKTOCKMAN by Harlan Ellison The original story which was honored with the Nebula Award has become one of the most reprinted stories in the English language. In 1965, Ellison introduced the Harlequin to an unsuspecting world. A nonconforming and perpetually late rebel, the Harlequin lives in a future society where conformity and punctuality are the highest ideals. A disruptive element in an otherwise obedient, repressed populace, he is an aberration to their leader, the Ticktockman. The generous size, lavish paper, and surreal illustrations by Rick Berry are a fitting tribute to a funny and touching work. Also available in a limited edition. (1- 887424-35-0) (Underwood Books) (STAR7191) HC, 48pg, 9x13, $17.00 ********************* SORAYAMA EXOTICA CATALOG SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: This item is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (Robert Bane Editions) (CAUT: 3 &4) ADULT MATERIAL SC $14.95 CINEMA POSTER SERIES These were Bruce Hershenson's last three auctions for Christie's, and they are among the finest movie poster books ever published. Included are Hollywood and Early Cinema Posters-which contains the greatest number of silent classics, as well as an amazing group of Universal horror posters-100 Years of the Cinema, and Rock Pop and Classic Cinema Posters. (Bruce Hershenson) (CAUT: 4) Set $49.95 HOLLYWOOD POSTERS VOLUME 1 TO VI SET These six catalogs originally sold for $20 each, and over 70,000 total were sold at that price. Now you can purchase all six full-color volumes and get a total of 2,700 posters (on 424 pages) that sold for over five million dollars. Plus, you get all the prices everything sold for at auction. (Bruce Hershenson) (CAUT: 4) Set $49.95 HORROR MOVIE POSTERS A luxurious printing of 350 full-color images of the finest and most striking horror and science fiction movie posters known, from 30s classics Frankenstein and Dracula, through all the great bug-eyed monster films of the 50s, through the Hammer and A.I.P. films of the 60s, to 70s and 80s classics Nightmare on Elm Street and Halloween, up to the recent 90s hit Scream. (Bruce Hershenson) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $20.00 VINTAGE HOLLYWOOD POSTERS This auction catalog features 100 cowboy posters from the 1930s and 1940s (including 20 Roy Rogers posters), plus some of the rarest and finest horror material from Universal horror films of the early 1930s, such as Dracula and The Invisible Man one-sheets. Everyone who purchases a copy of this book receives a free copy of the prices realized at the December 5th, 1998, Beverly Hills auction. (Bruce Hershenson) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $20.00 COLLECTING BEANIE ENCYCLOPEDIA by Dr. Susan S. Carey & Ryan M. Carey A comprehensive and up-to-date book in full-color that provides a complete check list of all Beanie Babies and values for each generation. Plus, the book denotes all retirees and dates retired, and includes mistakes, oddities, and birthdays. (5230) (Collector Books) (CAUT: 4) PB, 8x11, 304pg $14.95 KIDDIE MEAL COLLECTIBLES by Sodaro & Malloy A comprehensive listing and price guide to toys given away as premiums in fast- food chains in America-from Arby's to White Castle. Includes information on where to locate dealers, publications, clubs, toy shows, and web sites. Features extensive color and b&w photographs of individual items. (0-930625-16-1) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 208pg $19.95 MONKEES COLLECTIBLE PRICE GUIDE by Marty Eck The first pricing guide dedicated exclusively to Monkees memorabilia. From 1966 to 1972, the Monkees managed to dish out thousands of collectibles, and the good news is that unlike Beatles collectibles, Monkees merchandise remains relatively affordable. Co-author of Beatles Memorabilia Price Guide Marty Eck gives careful descriptions of each item and lists values based on good, very good, and near- mint conditions. Includes 400 color photos. (0-930625-68-4) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 208pg $21.95 PRICE GUIDE TO ROLE PLAYING GAMES 1ST EDITION by Timothy Brown & Tony Lee A complete and authoritative resource that provides the kind of detailed information that game enthusiasts have been seeking for years. All titles of RPGs are organized by publisher and broken down by trademark and campaign setting. Prices are based on condition and actual market value measured at stores and auctions. (0-676601-44-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 480pg $17.00 COMIC BOOK HEROES THE AVENGERS AND THE THUNDERBOLTS by Pierce Askegren One of the Avenger's greatest foes, Baron Zemo, formed the Thunderbolts as a team of ostensible heroes who were truly super-villains in disguise. When the team's true motives were exposed, some of the Thunderbolts remained together to try to make it as heroes. Now Zemo has a new plot that teams him with the hordes of Hydra. The Avengers and the Thunderbolts must put aside their differences and work together to stop the greater threat of Zemo! (0-425166-75-9) (Putnam) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.50 CONAN THE ROGUE by John Maddox Roberts To recover a priceless artifact with a history that changes at every telling, Conan fares to Sicas, in Aquilonia, a city where anything can be had for a price or a bribe, from the King's Reeve to a murder. In Sicas, a man alone is marked as prey, and sorcery stalks the night, but the hunters do not know that they hunt the most dangerous quarry of all-Conan the Rogue. (0-812521-41-2) (Tor Books) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 320pg $5.99 COMIC BASE AN UNLIKELY PROPHET by Alvin Schwartz Novelist Alvin Schwartz-known for his seventeen-year stint as a writer of Superman and Batman comics-leads us among Tibetan monks, expressionist painters, Hawaiian kahunas, quantum physicists, and super heroes to show how we shape our own realities, our notions of time, even consciousness itself. Schwartz's story is both promise and possibility, and it carries us towards an awareness of the saving grace in every moment of our lives. (0-965952-12-6) (Divina) (CAUT: 4) SC $12.95 DISNEY DISNEY'S ANIMATION KIT This kit gives a brief history of animation, then explores the role of directors, story artists, songwriters, and animators in the animation process. Sidebars provide activities to learn and better understand each role and step. Included are an animation peg-board, hole-punched paper, acetate sheets, color markers, two flip books, and more. (0786830727) (Warner) (CAUT: 4) Kit $19.95 DOCTOR WHO DOCTOR WHO: BEL TEMPEST by Jim Mortimore When the people of Bellania II witness a triple eclipse of their sun, Bel, it is the beginning of the end for an entire solar system. Meanwhile, a religious suicide-cult leader attempts to destroy himself on the deadly heated surface of Belannia II. But instead of dying, he returns stronger than ever, and is determined to spread a new religion through Bel's system. Just what has happened to the star Bel-and will the Doctor have time to do anything about it? (0- 563405-93-7) (London Bridge) (CAUT: 4) SC $5.95 DOCTOR WHO: INFINITY DOCTORS by Lance Parkin Gallifrey. The Doctor's home planet. For twenty thousand centuries the Gallifreyans have been the most powerful race in the cosmos. They have circumnavigated infinity and eternity, harnessed science, conquered death. But now a new force has been unleashed, one that is literally capable of anything. It is enough to give the Time Lords nightmares...and enough to destroy them. (0- 563405-91-0) (London Bridge) (CAUT: 4) SC $5.95 DOCTOR WHO: JANUS CONNECTION by Trevor Baxendale Humans are colonizing planets Janus Prime and Menda when a rival group sets up on Janus Prime via a mysterious transmit system left behind by the planets' former inhabitants. When the Doctor and Sam arrive, they must piece together a centuries-old puzzle. How can Janus Prime's moon weigh billions of tons more than it should? And what is the secret purpose of the hyperspatial link? (0- 563405-99-6) (London Bridge) (CAUT: 4) SC $5.95 DOCTOR WHO: MATRIX by Robert Perry & Mike Tucker It is Victorian London, and Jack the Ripper is stalking the streets-or is it the Doctor? A crystal from the TARDIS' telepathic circuits has a serious effect on the Doctor's mind. What part is the Doctor being forced to play? Why is Ace isolated and in danger? Only as Ace runs for her life does she realize that the Doctor is at the mercy of a terrifying force from his own future which he may be powerless to stop. (0-563405-96-1) (London Bridge) (CAUT: 4) SC $5.95 FIVE ROUNDS RAPID! The Autobiography of Nicholas Courtney The world of Doctor Who would not be the same without Nicholas Courtney - the only actor to play alongside every incarnation of the famous Time Lord. Courtney captured the hearts of the show's legions of fans as Alistair Gordon Lethbridge- Stewart, the uncompromising, stiff-upper-lipped, quintessentially British soldier. A stalwart of Doctor Who throughout the seventies and eighties, the phlegmatic character of Brigadier Lethbreige-Stewart provided the perfect balance for the erratic and ever-changing Doctor. This unique volume explores all aspects of a fascinating man. From his remarkable youth to the heights of television stardom come anecdotes and revelations in his own words, lavishly illustrated with over a hundred never-before-seen photos focusing on his years in Doctor Who. Beautifully put together, this is the ultimate tribute to a much- beloved fan-favorite. (185-227-7823) (Virgin) (CAUT: 4) HC, 128pg $24.95 FICTION BOAR DELUXE SIGNED HARDCOVER by Joe R. Lansdale Acclaimed author Joe Lansdale explains that his latest effort takes place in the East Texas river bottoms. It developed through his interest in the Depression (his connection to it through his parents), growing up in East Texas, time spent in the bottoms, hog experience, and a desire to write a simple novel. The man behind the successful Jonah Hex: Two Gun Mojo now gives you Boar. Hold on tight. Limited to 750 copies. (1-892284-03-0) (Subterranean Press) (CAUT: 4) HC, 175pg $40.00 EYES OF PREY SIGNED HC EDITION by Barry Hoffman Eyes of Prey is a visceral, fast-paced novel in which a vigilante captures the imagination of a city eager to take back the night from the criminal elements. A thriller with unpredictable twists and turns. The sequel to Bram Stoker's Award nominee Hungry Eyes, this hardcover is limited to only 500 signed copies! Includes an afterword by Richard Christian Matheson with cover art by Harry O. Morris. (CAUT: 4) HC $35.00 LEGENDS by Stephen King, Robert Jordan, Anne McCaffrey, Terry Pratchet, et al. Here are the writers and the worlds that have satisfied millions of readers. Each has returned to their compelling special places to tell a new tale that enriches and illuminates their most famous creations in a big lavish volume enhanced with color and illustrative materials. (0-312867-87-5) (Tor Books) (CAUT: 4) HC, 608pg $27.95 PANDORA NEW TALES OF THE VAMPIRES by Anne Rice The first in a new series of sensual, suspenseful vampire novels by the phenomenally bestselling author of Interview with the Vampire and Violin. Meet Pandora, a woman of Augustan Rome who decides to chronicle her turbulent history in the pages of her leatherbound notebook. (0-345422-38-4) (Ballantine) (CAUT: 4) SC $6.99 POLGARA THE SORCERESS by David & Leigh Eddings Now Polgara looks back at her magnificent life in this fitting crown jewel to the saga that is the Belgariad and Malloreon cycles. Her hair streaked white by her father's first touch, her mind guided by a mother she will not see again for centuries, Polgara begins life in the Vale, growing up in her uncle Beldin's tower and in the prehistoric Tree that is the heart of that magical place. There, she learns the reaches of her powers and assumes the bird shapes that will serve her on her far-flung travels. (0-345422-55-4) (Ballantine) (CAUT: 4) MMPB $6.99 WHAT DREAMS MAY COME SLIPCASED SIGNED EDITION by Richard Matheson The 20th anniversary edition of this spellbinding classic is released hot on the heels of a film remake, which debuts as a major motion picture this October starring Academy Award-winning actor Robin Williams! This hardcover slipcased edition features a new introduction by Matheson and an afterwords by film- producer Stephen Simon and Douglas E. Winter. Limited to 500 signed copies. (Gauntlet) (CAUT: 4) HC $50.00 WILDEST DREAMS DELUXE SIGNED HARDCOVER by Norman Partridge A storm is coming to Cliffside, California: Clay Saunders, and he walks in two worlds. Born with a caul, he sees ghosts. And there's a little girl-a ghost-held prisoner by vengeful renvants. Only Saunders can save her. But to do that, he must bridge the worlds of the living and the dead, in an unforgettable climax of darkness and blood. Limited to 500 copies. (1-892284-00-6) (Subterranean Press) (CAUT: 4) HC, 224pg $40.00 GAMES Games Workshop INTRODUCTION TO FANTASY WAR GAMES by Rick Priestley This book is the ideal introduction to fantasy war games. Step-by-step it explains what a war games army is, describes what happens in a battle, and gives you advice on how to choose, collect, and paint an army of your own. Using the Warhammer rules in this book, you'll soon be fighting your own exciting battles. (1-872372-33-3) (Games Workshop) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg, FC $14.99 Magic: The Gathering MAGIC CARDS SIMPLIFIED Make your Magic: The Gathering gameplay easier with this helpful book that shows you how to use your cards without auditing a Magic course at the local community college! (1-556225-22-9) (Wordware) (CAUT: 4) SC $9.95 WEATHERLIGHT REVEALED The mysteries behind the Weatherlight expansion for Magic: The Gatheriing are now revealed. Get in on the secrets, and get ready to squash your fellow gamers! (1-556225-77-6) (Wordware) (CAUT: 4) SC $14.95 HOW-TO CARTOONING BASICS by Duane Barnhart The author illustrates how to draw each character with distinctive facial expressions, hand gestures, and physical attributes. He also includes an educational history of cartooning, a simple materials list, and easy-to- reference 'toon tips for developing fundamental techniques. Includes 500 b&w illustrations. (0-965713-60-1) (North Light Books) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $12.99 HOW TO DRAW AND PAINT CARTOON HEROES AND VILLAINS Create your own comic adventures by learning to draw the good guys and bad guys with this step-by-step instruction manual that features practical information, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques. Advice for all artists of all skill levels. (1-560103-62-0) (Walter Foster) (CAUT: 4) PB, 32pg $6.95 HOW TO DRAW DC COMICS SUPER HEROES Bursting with action-packed illustrations and step-by-step drawing instructions, this guide delivers basic drawing information about proportion, foreshortening, perspective, drawing through, and more. (1-560103-29-9) (Walter Foster) (CAUT: 4) PB, 40pg $7.95 HOW TO DRAW SCOOBY-DOO Cartoon fans can now draw Scooby-Doo and the rest of the Mystery Inc. gang in this step-by-step guide that teaches basic proportion with a handy height chart, and a detailed list of tools and materials needed to bring these super sleuths to life.(1-560103-97-3) (Walter Foster) (CAUT: 4) PB, 40pg $7.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HOW TO DRAW MARVEL SUPER-HEROES BOOKS If you missed out the first time, now is your last chance to grab these great books before they go out of print! Learn how to illustrate your favorite Marvel super-heroes with these single books, or snap-packs which include paper and artist markers. (Walter Foster Publishing) HOW TO DRAW GHOST RIDER PI HOW TO DRAW IRON MAN PI HOW TO DRAW SPIDER-MAN PI HOW TO DRAW SPIDER-MAN SNAP PACK PI HOW TO DRAW X-MEN SNAP PACK PI ******************* MOVIES EATERS OF THE DEAD by Michael Crichton Soon to be a major motion picture, The 13th Warrior, starring Antonio Banderas. In the year A.D. 922, a refined Arab courtier, representative of the powerful Caliph of Bagdad, encounters a party of Viking warriors on their journey to the barbaric North. He is appalled by Viking customs, but only in the depths of the Northland does he learn the horrifying truth: he has been enlisted to combat a terror that comes under cover of night to slaughter the Vikings and devour their flesh. (0-345914-74-0) (Ballantine) (CAUT: 4) SC $7.99 EROS IN HELL SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: This item is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (1-871592-93-3) (Creation Books) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL TP, 256pg $19.95 GREAT MARTIAL ARTS MOVIES by Richard Meyers In this new, revised edition, Meyers relates the success of such stars as Jackie Chan, Brandon Lee, Michelle Yeoh Yeoh, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Steven Seagal, Chow Yun-Fat, and Jet Lee. Also included is a new section, "The Ultimate Martial Arts Movie Library," which details the best movies to see and where to find them. (0-806520-26-4) (Carol Publishing) (CAUT: 4) SC, 288pg $19.95 HONG KONG ACTION CINEMA by Bey Logan Tracing the background of this enticing film genre from the influences of Chinese opera to the mixture of fantasy and fast-paced action of the present day style, and complete with an index and detailed glossary of terms, Hong Kong Action Cinema is essential reading for both the layman and the die-hard Hong Kong fan. Includes 95 color and 175 b&w photographs. (0-879516-63-1) (Overlook Press) (CAUT: 4) SC, 191pg $23.95 NECRONOMICON 2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: This item is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (1-871592-38-0) (Creation Books) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL TP, 192pg $17.95 RENEGADE SISTERS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: This item is not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (1-871592-92-5) (Creation Books) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL TP, 208pg $19.95 SECRET CINEMA by Matthew Yokobosky This book discusses stag films against the backdrop of changing sexual attitudes in both America and specifically Hollywood, illuminating the humorous and occasionally sensitive outlook on sexual behavior that these films portrayed. Fully illustrated, this book also investigates the stag film's relation to vaudeville, burlesque, the Hayes code, "Tijuana bibles," the naturist movement, the physical culture movement, sex education, and fetish photography. (0-874271- 18-5) (D.A.P.) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC $29.95 NEIL GAIMAN STARDUST HARDCOVER by Neil Gaiman In the sleepy English town of Wall, Tristran Thorn has lost his heart to beautiful Victoria Forester. But Victoria is cold and distant-as distant, in fact, as the star she and Tristran see fall from the sky on a crisp October evening. For the coveted prize of Victoria's hand, Tristran vows to retrieve the fallen star and deliver it to his beloved. It is an oath that sends the lovelorn swain over the ancient wall, and propels him into a world that is strange beyond imagining. (0-380977-28-1) (Avon) (CAUT: 4) HC, 256pg $22.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEVERWHERE MMPB by Neil Gaiman Richard Mayhew is a young businessman with a good heart and a dull job. When he stops one day to help a girl he finds bleeding on a London sidewalk, his life is forever altered, for he finds himself propelled into an alternate reality that exists in a subterranean labyrinth of sewer canals and abandoned subway stations below the city. He has fallen through the cracks of reality and has landed somewhere different, somewhere that is Neverwhere. (0-380789-01-9) (Avon) (CAUT: 4) SC, 400pg $6.99 O/A SMOKE AND MIRRORS by Neil Gaiman The distinctive storytelling genius of Neil Gaiman in a new collection of stories-several of which have never before appeared in print, and more than half of which have never been collected-that will dazzle the senses and haunt the imagination. These short stories contain miraculous inventions and unforgettable characters that combine rare mythic power with profound human insight. Gaiman displays the power, wit, insight, and outrageous originality that have made him one of the most acclaimed literary artists of our day. (0380973642) (CAUT: 4) HC, 352pg $24.00 **************** ******************* Look for Nightmare Before Christmas keychains, plush dolls, mousepads, PVC figures, and Collector Dolls listed in the Toys and Miscellaneous Merchandise sections of Previews. ******************* NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 8 POSTER BOOK Tim Burton's classic mix of scary chocolate candy Halloween fun with bright red and green Christmas presents came to fruit in the classic film Nightmare Before Christmas. This 13" x 10" coloring book lets you create 8 frightfully delightful posters that you can use as appropriate decorations for living room ambiance: just the thing needed for when you pop the classic Nightmare movie into the VCR for your annual Halloween video treat. (0-307130-50-9) (Golden) (CAUT: 4) SC $4.40 POP CULTURE ABC BOOK A DRUG PRIMER by Steven Cerio In this book, each letter of the alphabet represents a different drug, portrayed in intricate illustrations and a page of rhyming couplets. Readers will have hours of fun looking for all of the weird and funny things that begin with the same letter. Includes 62 color illustrations. (1-889539-07-4) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 64pg $12.95 DO I COME HERE OFTEN? Black Coffee Blues Pt. 2 by Henry Rollins Henry's sleep-deprived musings on writing, music, people, and travel are essays that reflect both the author's inveterate alienation and unbridled enthusiasm for true musicianship. Includes 13 Shannon Wheeler b&w illustrations! (1-880985- 61-6) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) TP, 187pg $11.00 THE MILLENNIUM BOMB by Simon Reeve & Colin McGhee This timely book warns of the catastrophes that could occur if we don't defuse the millennium bomb. Communication breakdown that drives you insane! Includes 13 photographs and b&w illustrations. (1-883319-82-X) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) TP, 195pg $14.95 WARNING LABEL BOOK by Green, Dierckins, & Nyberg A collection from some of the funniest consumers on the planet of more than 100 of the most ridiculous warning labels on today's products, along with a few outlandish stories that have spawned even more outlandish warnings. Plus, dozens of hilarious peel-off fake warning labels let you stick them on real products to keep everyone around you safe. (0-312196-42-3) (St. Martins) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $8.95 STAR TREK KEEP ON TREKIN' by Hal Schuster This unauthorized, uncensored guide for fans of Trek presents the complete story of the Trek phenomenon from its origins in the mind of creator Gene Roddenberry, through the first series, the movies, the rebirth, and concluding with a look at the years with Berman at the helm, including the changes he made to Next Generation and his creative role in Deep Space Nine and Voyager. (Hal Schuster) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 320pg $19.95 STAR TREK SKETCHBOOKS SLIPCASED SPECIAL EDITION Collected together, the Star Trek: Sketchbook and the Star Trek: The Next Generation Sketchbook-The Movies take fans on a journey through the hectic and frantic world of a Star Trek artist. The Special Edition features an attractive slipcase cover! (0671717596) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 4) Set $30.00 STAR TREK: THY BROTHERS KEEPER by Michael Jan Friedman This series is the latest in the bestselling line of Star Trek multi-book series, which includes Invasion!, Day of Honor, and New Frontier. In Book One, a young Captain Kirk is just beginning his career, and faces the crisis of his life when he must kill Gary Mitchell-his best friend from the Starfleet Academy- in order to save the Enterprise. In Book Two, after the death of his friend, Kirk returns home in sadness and recalls the first time he held Gary's life in his hands. (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 4) BOOK ONE (0-671019-14-7)-MMPB $6.50 BOOK TWO (0-671019-19-8)-MMPB $6.50 STAR WARS UNAUTHORIZED STAR WARS COMPANION by Ted Edwards Edwards has compiled this huge encyclopedia of all things Star Wars, tracing its history from the moment of gestation to the release of the new movie in May 1999. Here is the definitive resource that every Star Wars fan will want, including the story behind the groundbreaking special effects and a guide to the more than 350 web sites dedicated to the Star Wars saga. (0-316329-29-0) (Warner) (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $18.00 STRANGE SCIENCE FRAUDS MYTHS AND MYSTERIES by Kenneth L. Feder From Atlantis to ancient astronauts, this book points out the flaws in archaeology's most fantastic claims in a careful and entertaining way. It provides comparisons of mysterious phenomena and similar-looking elements that are scientifically documented, but leaves readers with some genuine unsolved mysteries to ponder, such as Stonehenge and crop circles. Includes 77 b&w photographs and 25 b&w illustrations. (0-767404-59-9) (Publishers Group West) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 304pg $20.95 TUBE BABYLON 5 A CALL TO ARMS by Robert Sheckley Former allies of the sinister Shadows, the Drakh prepare a massive attack against Earth in this novelization of the feature-length TV film that launches the new Babylon 5 follow up series, Crusade. (0-345431-55-3) (Ballantine) (CAUT: 4) $5.99 BABYLON 5 THE WHEEL OF FIRE by Jane Killick As the action surrounding Babylon 5 reaches the boiling point, The Wheel of Fire sums up the last stunning season of the history-making series and sets the stage for the exciting B5 offshoot, Crusade. Episode by episode, Jane Killick offers a breathtaking look at all the action, plot twists, and life-altering events that lay the groundwork for the future of the Babylon 5 universe. Includes an 8-page color photo insert. (0-345424-51-4) (Ballantine) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg $11.00 BITE ME SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR! by Nikki Stafford Filled with dozens of exclusive photos and original information on every aspect of Sarah Michelle Gellar's career. Bite Me! spotlights Sarah's role in Buffy and features entertaining commentary on each episode of the show, as well as background information about the stories in them. Includes 32 color and 40 b&w illustrations. (1-55022-361-5) (ECW Press) (CAUT: 4) SC, 250pg $16.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER ANGEL CHRONICLES VOLUME 2 by Richie Tankersley The course of love never runs smoothly for Buffy and Angel. They're going through the usual early stages of a romantic relationship-dressing to impress, going on dates, and saving the world. The three stories collected here chronicle the many ups and downs of the Slayer's romance with her vampire boyfriend. Includes an 8-page color photo insert. (0-671026-27-5) (Pocket) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 224pg $4.50 DUCHOVNY FILES by Paul Mitchell The consummate biographical dossier on David Duchovny. Gathered together for the first time, this comprehensive collection of profiles and interviews, complete with filmography, photographs, and hard-to-find facts, reveals the whole truth about the man they call Fox Mulder. Includes an 16-page full-color photograph section and 8 b&w illustrations. (1-550222-84-8) (ECW Press) (CAUT: 4) SC, 284pg $16.95 ENCYCLOPEDIA OF TV GAME SHOWS by Schwartz, Ryan, & Wostbrock Fun and informative, this entertaining book is packed with facts about more than 500 game shows, from "You Bet Your Life" to "Jeopardy!" Each entry includes a summary of the program, rules of the game, air dates, hosts, celebrity guests, network affiliations, production companies, producers, and creators. Includes 175 b&w photographs. (0-816038-47-3) (Facts on File) (CAUT: 4) SC, 400pg $19.95 FRACTURED FAIRY TALES by A.J. Jacobs "Fractured Fairy Tales," those subversive, delightfully twisted parables that were a beloved segment on Rocky and His Friends and The Bullwinkle Show. Now, for the first time, these wacky and atrociously punny tales have been collected for everyone who loves a classic fairy tale with a twist. (0-553373-73-0) (Bantam) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg $9.95 LUCY LAWLESS AND RENEE OCONNOR Warrior Stars of Xena by Nikki Stafford Focusing on the unprecedented fan phenomenon that surrounds this highly inventive show, this book features a guide to various Xena Internet web sites, fan clubs, and email listserves. Also features a detailed episode guide, 40 b&w illustrations, a 16-page color photo section, plus exclusive photos from conventions, appearances, and autograph signings. (155022347X) (ECW Press) (CAUT: 4) SC, 350pg $16.95 MULDER, IT'S ME by Gil Adamson & Dawn Connolly Gillian Anderson's life is examined in exhaustive biographical detail, from her globetrotting childhood and her teenage punk years, to how she landed her groundbreaking role in The X-Files. This book features an episode guide complete through the fourth season, with writer/director references; synopsis and filmography of Anderson's professional career; interviews with Anderson and Chris Carter; and more. Includes a 16-page full-color photograph section and 25 b&w illustrations. (155022316X) (ECW Press) (CAUT: 4) SC, 324pg $16.95 SLIDERS PARALLEL UNIVERSES by Brad Linaweaver This is a richly-illustrated guidebook that provides plot lines of the show as well as in-depth interviews with the show's stars and a behind-the-scenes tour led by its writers and producers. Includes color and b&w photographs. (1-575000- 53-9) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 4) SC, 176pg $14.95 VIDEO GAMES BRAVE FENCER MUSASHI STRATEGY GUIDE A complete walk-through of the game, featuring full-color maps, secrets of the game direct from Square, and bonus items for hard-core gamers. Experience how to make Musashi a real contender as he runs, jumps, fights, and learns new moves in a breathtaking polygon-based world. (1-566868-32-7) (MacMillan) (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $14.99 POKEMON TRAINERS SURVIVAL GUIDE by Mark MacDonald In-depth and detailed information on every aspect of each Pokemon game product, including those not yet released in the U.S. such as other colored cartridges and Pokemon Stadium for the N64. Plus, information on all 151 monsters as well as complete walkthroughs for the RPG quests and other elements of the games. (1- 884364-29-2) (Sandwich Islands) (CAUT: 4) SC, 144pg $9.95 STAR TREK BIRTH OF THE FEDERATION STRATEGY GUIDE The BradyGames guide includes strategies for playing as each of the Star Trek Alliances. Detailed instructions help each player set up and defend colonies. Legendary tactics make each space battle easier. Planet saving tips help thwart deadly threats like Borg invasions. And a complete listing of each alliance's assets directs you how to best use them. (1-566867-94-0) (MacMillan) (CAUT: 4) SC, 216pg $19.99 TUROK 2 SEEDS OF EVIL STRATEGY GUIDE This strategy guide includes locations of weapons, health, and ammo. Hidden secrets are revealed, plus essential advice on how to complete every level. Players also get expert strategy for defeating Bosses and maps for every mission. (1-56686-81-3) (MacMillan) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $11.99 INTERNATIONAL SECTION 1000 EDITIONS STARS OF THE MONTH GHOST IN THE SHELL I PRINT For the next couple of months we are including a number of excellent items, both new and backlist, from one of Japan's top creators, Masamune Shirow. Check this month's listings for a new Shirow calendar plus a listing of his Appleseed manga classics. Certainly no Shirow retrospective would be possible without consideration of the 1000 Edition prints from his classic Ghost in the Shell. This is the first in the series and remains a fan favorite. (133/MEP57) (CAUT: 3 & 4) (STAR3963) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 27x38, FC $24.95 GHOST IN THE SHELL II PRINT Another classic Shirow design that captures the strained duality of man and machine that is at the heart of the Ghost in the Shell. (133/MEP37) (CAUT: 3 & 4) (STAR4014) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 27x38, FC $24.95 OH MY GODDESS IV PRINT This classic poster inspired by the Art Nouveau stylings of Alphonse Mucha is a favorite of those who admire the delightful fantasy manga by Kosuke Fujishima (currently published in the US by Dark Horse). (133/MEP124) (CAUT: 3 & 4) (STAR4003) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 27x38, FC $24.95 SAILOR MOON IV STAR HEALERS PRINT This stylish image of the three Star Healers from Naoko Takeuchi's Sailor Moon, is still available. A great decoration piece to liven up your room. (133/MEP258) (CAUT: 3 & 4) (STAR7634) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 20x28, FC $12.95 ATTAKUS FAT FREDDY COLD CAST RESIN STATUE Gilbert Shelton's immortal Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers have been immortalized in highly detailed cold cast resin figures created by Attakus, the French sculpture studio that produced the highly popular Spider-Man Gargoyle for Marvel. This fully painted figure stands 5 1/2 inches high with production limited to 2,222 figures worldwide. (133/C713) (CAUT: 4) Resin statue $110.00 FREEWHEELIN' FRANKLIN COLD CAST RESIN STATUE This superb sculpture of Gilbert Shelton's Fabulous Furry Freak Brother is limited to just 2,222 figures worldwide. A fully painted, cold cast resin statue that stands 5 1/2 inches high. (133/C711) (CAUT: 4) Resin statue $110.00 PHINEAS COLD CAST RESIN STATUE The most cerebral of the Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers, Phineas is the perfect addition to your collection of comic character sculptures. Available exclusively through Previews in the US, these statues are products that will not be found in other outlets-true comic shop exclusives! Limited to 2,222 figures worldwide. Fully painted, 5 1/2 inches high. (133/C712) (CAUT: 4) Resin statue $110.00 ENGLISH COMICS ANGRY TWEETY BIRD POSTER Tweety Bird is as much a master of "the look" as any sitcom matriarch--check out this classic full color poster. (133/MP183) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain Poster, 23x31, FC $8.95 DAFFY DUCK SWEAT POSTER The super image is just an extreme close-up of Daffy in one of his classic characteristic poses. (133/MP40) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Poster, 23x31, FC $8.95 WILE E. COYOTE PORTRAIT POSTER A sensitive portrayal of the most inventive predator in the business, whose very humility demands the dapper brown color scheme of this excellent portrayal. (133/MEP67) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Poster, 23x31, FC. $8.95 FRENCH IMPORTS STARWATCHER VIII (MOEBIUS) SILKSCREEN PRINT The latest in a series of spectacular graphic images from Moebius (Jean Giroud), this hand-printed, 12-color silkscreen is limited to only 300 copies signed by the artist. (133/STS601) (CAUT: 4) Print, 24x32, FC $140.00 MODERN GRAPHICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A JOHN BOLTON VAMPIR PORTFOLIOÑBLOOD VERSION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 4) ADULT MATERIAL Portfolio (x7), FC $225.00 ********************** JOHN BOLTON VAMPIR SIGNED PRINT #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 4) ADULT MATERIAL Print, 26x26, FC $35.00 JOHN BOLTON VAMPIR SIGNED PRINT #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 4) ADULT MATERIAL Print, 26x26, FC $35.00 SPANISH COMICS EL VIBORA #221/222 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 100pg, PC. $8.95 KISS #81 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 100pg, PC $8.95 CHAOS! COMICS IMPORTS EVIL ERNIE: STRAIGHT TO HELL #1 (FRENCH EDITION) Here's your chance to own an unique Chaos! Comics collectors item! Experience the French language version to the Evil Ernie: Straight to Hell miniseries which was originally released in 1995. Features a different cover than the American release. Chromium cover. French text. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $3.50 EVIL ERNIE: STRAIGHT TO HELL #2 (FRENCH EDITION) The second issue of the Straight to Hell miniseries presented in the French language and featuring a chromium cover with artwork that differs from that of the original American version. French text. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $3.50 EVIL ERNIE: STRAIGHT TO HELL #3 (FRENCH EDITION) The third and final issue of the French language edition. Again, the French version sports different cover art than the American release. Chromium cover. French text. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $3.50 MANGA BOOKS AISHITERU VOL. 36 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x8, 164pg, b&w $16.95 APPLESEED Celebrate a month of acclaimed manga artist Masamune Shirow who is considered one of Japan's top manga and anime creators. With such classic creations as Appleseed, Dominion, Orion and Ghost in the Shell, Shirow continues to prove his worth as one of the world's top comic artists. Here's a chance to obtain the original Japanese editions of his Appleseed works. Also, please see the 1000 Editions section for prints based on Shirow's Ghost in the Shell and the Calendar Section for Shirow's Arms 1999 Calendar. APPLESEED: PROMETHEAN CHALLENGE #1 The first volume in Masamune Shirow's futuristic adventure saga set in a decaying cityscape. Japanese text. (4-915333-19-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 184pg, b&w $16.95 APPLESEED: PROMETHEUS UNBOUND #2 Japanese text. (4-915333-23-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 192pg, b&w $16.95 APPLESEED: THE SCALES OF PROMETHEUS #3 Japanese text. (4-915333-33-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 216pg, b&w $16.95 APPLESEED: THE PROMETHEAN BALANCE #4 Japanese text. (4-915333-57-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 216pg, b&w. $16.95 APPLESEED DATABOOK An excellent resource book for Shirow's Appleseed series that includes a map of the Appleseed world; an encyclopedia of characters; a timeline of events; a look at the mechanical side of the series; and an original short manga story set in Appleseed continuity. Japanese text. (4-915333-69-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 208pg, b&w $16.95 APPLESEED HYPERNOTES Originally published in 1995, this complete collection presents 84-pages of the Appleseed episodes which were originally printed in Comic Gaia, (including pages which will be presented in the long awaited "Book 5"). Also includes "Apple Note," which examines the new Appleseed pages. Other features include, "Mecha- Setup Collaboration Data for Bounty Dog"; Orion Note; Orion dictionary; The Ghost in Machine Head; an interview with Masamune Shirow; and Seburo MN-23 Making Data. Also includes four pages of color pin-ups. Japanese text. (4-87892- 085-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 156pg, b&w $15.95 ********************** BRUCE LEE: FISTS OF FURY MANGA Kick things into high gear with this action packed manga adaptation of Bruce Lee's violent yet charming kung fu film, Fists of Fury (a.k.a. The Big Boss) (1971). Also, includes four pages of color photos. Japanese text. (4-7962-4435- 2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 178pg, b&w $16.95 DEVILMAN LADY #5 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-06-328587-1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 224pg, b&w. $9.95 DRAGON QUEST #28 The Overture of World Destruction. The exciting adventure series continues. Based upon the popular RPG video game, with character designs by Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball), the hero of the story is a young boy named Dai, a pure-hearted orphan who lives on Delmurin Island. Follow the adventures of young Dai and his companions as they must protect their island kingdom from the continuing threat of evil. Presented by Riku Sanjo, Kiji Inada, and Yuji Horii. Japanese text. (4- 08-871198-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 206pg, b&w $7.95 FIST OF THE NORTHSTAR #21 Tetsuo Hara's and Buronon's Hokuto no Ken manga continues. The future is that of a world devastated by nuclear war and controlled through violence by warring gangs. The survivors have lost all hope until one man takes charge-Kenshiro, who is on a quest to find his lost love Yuria. Master of the Hokuto Shinken style, he travels the land and soon finds himself honor bound, by the code of his art, to protect the weak. Japanese text. (4-08-851824-1) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 FUSHIGI YUUGI #10 A popular shojo manga by Yuu Watase. Meet Miaka and Yui, two schoolgirls who discover an ancient Chinese book in the school library. The introduction reveals the story of a girl who gained the power of the Suzaku and had all of her wishes come true. Now, by reading the book, the legend would begin. Soon Miaka and Yui find themselves transported to the magical and dangerous World of the Four Gods and are caught up in a story of destiny, love, betrayal, and war. A fun story with great art. Japanese text. (4-09-134360-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 H-DAISUKI: THE BEST OF AKIRA SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-7901-0342-0) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 180pg, b&w $10.95 HITO: YUKITO KISHIRO EARLY WORKS Yukito Kishiro, a talented young manga artist best known for creating Gunmu (Gun Dream), an incredible cyber-punk sci-fi story. This short story collection features six of his earliest short stories. The title story, Hito (Flying Man), depicts the anticipation and fear of a young man as he prepares to leave his native city for the first time. The other five stories also effectively demonstrate Yukito's excellent skills as an artist and writer. Japanese text. (4-08-782080-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 250pg, b&w $14.95 I''S #6 The newest volume in Masakazu Katsura's (Shadow Lady) latest manga series. Follow the story of Seto, who's secretly in love with his best friend Lori, but is too afraid to reveal his love for her. To make matters more complicated, Seto's childhood friend Itsuki, another lovely girl, return from America and Lori believes the two are a couple. Will Seto be able to sort out the mess he's gotten himself into? And is Itsuki "just" a friend after all? Excellent "good girl" artwork and a heartwarming story presented in true Katsura fashion! Japanese text. (4-08-872592-1) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 INU-YASHA MANGA #7 The latest volume in Rumiko Takahashi's (Ranma 1/2) feudal fairy tale series filled with monsters, martial arts and romance! Meet Kagome, high school girl who's spirited away to feudal Japan where she discovers she's the reincarnation of the deceased priestess Kikyo. It's up to Kagome and an old priestess named Kaede (the younger sister of Kikyo), to locate the broken pieces of a magical soul gem with the help of Kikyo's former rival Inu-Yasha (a male canine-like monster). Japanese text. (4-09-125207-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 IT #1 The latest manga work by Toshiki Yui (Kirara). Although Yui is better known for his erotic manga works, he made his debut as a science fiction artist and is now returning to his roots with this story set in one of his original sci-fi worlds which is filled with his patented cute girls. Meet Itsuki, who seemed to be just another lovely 14-year old girl, but is in fact the keeper of the world. Soon the evil Executor appears and tries to kill Itsuki, but luckily there's a group of "guardians" in place to protect her. This black and white manga was created by PhotoShop and Bryce 2. Enjoy the effects of the lively pen-drawn characters scanned into the digitally enhanced backgrounds. Japanese text. (4-08-782657-0) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 6x8, 232pg, b&w. $17.95 MACROSS 7 TRASH #6 The original manga tie in to the Macross 7 TV series continues. This side-story, set in the Macross 7 universe, written and drawn by Haruhiko Mikimoto, follows the story of the 37th Long Range Emigration Fleet in the year 2046 A.D. and the characters Chiba, his girlfriend Enika, and a former female Valkyrie pilot named Mahara. Follow the characters as they get involved in the rollerblade combat sport called Tornade-Crush and the ubiquitous Macross love triangle. Japanese text. (4-04-713230-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 188pg, b&w $10.95 MAISON IKKOKU WIDE-BAN EDITION #4 Rumiko Takahashi's beloved manga series is re-presented in the handy wide-ban format. The story takes place in a comfortably run-down ikkoku-kan (apartment building) in the middle of Tokyo where its tenants find romance, comedy, horror and tragedy. Japanese text. (4-09-192174-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 336pg, b&w $11.95 MAZINGER Z #2 A replica publication of the classic Mazinger Z manga which was originally published in 1972-73. Koji Kabuto, the grandson of Dr. Kabuto, inherits the giant robot named Mazinger Z and much confront the evil Dr. Hell and stop his schemes of world domination. Gosaku Sakurada superbly re-created the world of Go Nagai's Mazinger and gained high popularity with this work. Japanese text. (4- 575-93564-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 240pg, b&w $17.95 RANMA 1/2 #31 The comical adventures of Rumiko Takahashi's ever-popular Ranma 1/2 series continues. As a favor for an old friend, Happousai takes on a new pupil, which upsets Ranma because the new pupil turns out to be a panty pervert like Happousai! Next up, Ryoga accidentally finds his house, only to find it empty and that his mother has left traps around to remind him of a special day. What is that special day? If only he could remember! Also includes numerous other short stories. Japanese text. (4-09123461-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 RUROUNI KENSHIN #7 The seventh volume in Nobuhiro Watsuki's exciting manga series. Follow the adventures of Himura Kenshin, a once-feared assassin (hitokiri) and now a wanderer (rurouni). Leaving a life of slaughter behind, Kenshin is attempting to atone for all of the lives he took by swearing to an oath of non-killing. Soon he befriends a young woman named Kamiya Kaoru and other new companions, and he decides to use his blade (the Sakabatou) to defend those he loves and cares for. Japanese text. (4-08-871507-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 208pg, b&w $7.95 STEAM DETECTIVES #5 Kai Asamiya's (Silent Mobius) offbeat series continues. In this tale of a past that never was, set in the Age of Steam, masked dandies, dastardly super- villains, and sentient machines stalk a Japanese Gotham City by night. Will the sharp wits and quick reflexes of mystery solving gumshoe named Narutaki, along with the talented nurse Lin Lin, be enough to thwart the evils and unravel the mysteries of this strange world? Japanese text. (4-08-872599-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 198pg, b&w. $7.95 TENCHI MUYO! MANGA #8 The wait is over, the latest, and extra thick, volume of the collected No Need for Tenchi Muyo! OAV is here. Follow the exciting and hilarious story of high school student Tenchi Maski, who mistakenly releases the legendary "demon" Ryoko, who quickly becomes Tenchi's unwanted house guest, not to mention his worst nightmare. What ensues is a wild adventure on intergalactic proportions! Japanese text. (4-04-712167-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 180pg, b&w. $10.95 3X3 EYES MANGA #29 Yazo Takada's popular manga series continues. Sazan Eyes is a superb supernatural adventure story with a nice blend of humor, romance, and violence. The story centers on Pai, the last of mysterious race of immortals-the Sanjiyan Unkara, who is seeking an ancient supernatural artifact, the Ningen, which can change her into a true human being which is her fondest wish. Seeking the help of Yakumo Fuji, an ordinary 16-year old and the son of an archaeologist who devoted his life to the secrets of the Sanjiyan. Yakumo agrees to set off with Pai on what will be one fantastic journey of a lifetime! But will the journey be cut short as they find themselves caught in the middle of a secret war between opposing occult forces? Japanese text. (4-06-336750-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 240pg, b&w $9.95 VIOLENCE JACK: THE ADVENT OF SATAN #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-537-09805-8) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x8, 320pg, b&w. $21.95 THE VISION OF ESCAFLOWNE MANGA #8 Hitomi, a 15-year old schoolgirl, has a special pendant which was a gift from her grandmother. One day, she meets a wounded stranger who says he's a prince of Gaia, an another-world kingdom, and needs her pendant to unleash Escaflowne-a godlike force made into a fighting machine. From there Hitomi is taken to Gaia where romance and adventure awaits! Japanese text. (4-04-713208-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 204pg, b&w $9.95 VISIONARY #5 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-88332-019-7) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 168pg, b&w $10.95 WISH #4 The latest series by the popular fantasy manga super-group CLAMP (Magic Knight Rayearth) continues. Follow the heartwarming story about an innocent angel, Kohaku (Amber), who comes down to earth on a mission to find out about "a wish that you cannot realize without the help of others." A cute shojo manga. Japanese text. (4-04-852948-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 206pg, b&w. $11.95 YU-YU-HAKUSHO #15 Yoshihiro Togashi's Yu-Yu-Hakusho (The White Book On Ghosts) was one of the most popular occult/comedy series that ever appeared in the weekly Shonen Jump magazine. Follow the story of Yusuke Urameshi, a 14-year old juvenile delinquent who dies in a car crash trying to save a child. For this sacrifice, he's given a second chance at life by Enma, the judge of the undead, and is sent on a quest that will decide his ultimate destiny! Japanese text. (4-08-871521-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 208pg, b&w $7.95 ANIME BOOKS AIKA TRIAL 3 & 4 PERFECT FILES (B) The second "perfect file" for the excellent Aika OVA--presented by Bandai Visual and directed by Katsuhiko Nishijima (Project A-Ko) with character designs by Noriyasu Yamauchi (Vampire Hunter D). The series follows the adventures of Aika, a 26-year old sexy bombshell who salvages lost treasures for a living in the post-disaster world set in 2016 A.D. This softcover collection features full color cel art, character files, and a story guide for episodes three and four. Also includes a color foldout poster featuring Aika and her gal pal Lion showing off their pretty panties. Of special note, this OVA pursues the art of pan-chira (panty shots) to perfection. Japanese text. (4-916115-09-0) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 120pg, PC $35.95 GUNDAM: CHAR'S COUNTERATTACK A Newtype 100% Collection taking a look at the first original Mobile Suit Gundam theatrical feature--Char's Counterattack (1988), which serves to resolve the fifteen-year feud between the dueling newtypes Char Aznable and Amuro Rey. This first Gundam movie marked the first time computer graphics were used in Gundam. This softcover presents a full color cel art film digest and the art of Gundam: Char's Counterattack with b&w character sketches and mecha designs. Also includes staff interviews (in Japanese) and a full color examination of show's Mobile Suits. Japanese text. (4-04-852983-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 98pg, PC $25.95 MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO PERFECTS This Newtype 100% Collection is dedicated to the latest feature film version as well as the television anime of Kai Asamiya's (Silent Mobius) Martian Successor Nadesico. Filled with full color cel art focusing on the Nadesico crew, especially the beautiful female crew members. A b&w data file is included as well which covers the mechanical aspects of the series. Japanese text. (4-04- 852972-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96pg, PC. $28.95 POCKET MONSTERS FILM COMIC #6 The sixth anime comic for the hit Japanese Pocket Monsters (a.k.a. Pok_mon) television program. Features Oikachuu as the leading character who is a cute yellow mouse has captured the heart of many Japanese children and adults. Covers episodes 20 through 23 with full color cel art and includes a character guide. Japanese text. (4-09-149326-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 176pg, FC $13.95 Z GUNDAM: CHARACTER EDITION VOL. 1 This Newtype 100% Collection takes a look at the characters from the popular Z Gundam -- the first sequel to the original Gundam series, which debuted in 1985. The softcover volume features character designer Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's wonderful characters presented in full color cel art as well as in b&w model sheets. A excellent reference guide for Z Gundam fans. Japanese text. (4-04-852982-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 98pg, PC $25.95 Z GUNDAM: MECHANICAL EDITION VOL. 1 The first of a two volume series presented by Newtype 100% Collection. Book one takes a look at the wonderful mechanical devices, created mechanical designers Kunio Okawara, Kazumi Fujita and Mamoru Nagano, for the Z Gundam universe. Features full color cel art and b&w mecha model sheet. Japanese text. (4-04- 852980-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 98pg, PC $25.95 Z GUNDAM: MECHANICAL EDITION VOL. 2 Newtype 100% Collection's second volume of the "mechanical" series examining the mechanical aspects of the Z Gundam universe. Filled with full color artwork along with b&w design model sheets. Japanese text. (4-04-852981-1) (CAUT: 2) SC, 9x12, 98pg, PC $25.95 ILLUSTRATION BOOKS CARD CAPTOR SAKURA ILLUSTRATIONS COLLECTION CLAMP's latest series, Card Captor Sakura, is paid tribute with this illustrious illustration book filled with full page illustrations of the popular characters in breathtaking full color. Also features a 16-page b&w manga short story as well as a color two-sided foldout poster. Japanese text. (4-06-324525-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 116pg, PC. $34.95 PLUS ULTRA: YASUKO AOIKE ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION A breathtaking full color illustration collection spotlighting the works of veteran manga artist Yasuko Aoike, who made her career debut in 1963. She's a well renowned and an innovative artist who introduced hard boiled espionage themes into the world of shojo manga. Her lifework, From Eroica with Love, which features a German NATO Intelligence Agency officer, started on 1977 and still continues today. This hardcover collection includes color illustrations from her major works such as Erocica, and The Sons of Eve. Includes a CD-ROM (Win/MAC) featuring many of the illustrations. Japanese text. (4-88317-411-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8 1/2 x 12, 200pg, PC. $89.95 SLAYERS DRA-MATA The second illustration collection dedicated to the ever-popular Slayers OVA/TV anime/feature film series by Rui Araizumi. Meet Lina Inverse, Naga, Gourry and the rest of the gang as they're brilliantly portrayed in both color and b&w illustrations. Includes a two-sided full color foldout poster. Japanese text. (4-8291-9120-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 112pg, PC $37.95 KAIJU BOOKS GODZILLA BATTLES SUPER ENCYCLOPEDIA Godzilla kessen chon Hyakka. They don't refer to him as the King of Kaiju for nothing! Relive Godzilla's greatest battles with this full-color encyclopedia chronicling the biggest kaiju slugfests of all time. The highlights begin with the very first Godzilla film, Godzilla, King of Monsters (1954), up through the 1995 swan song movie, Godzilla vs. Destroyah. Filled with full-color pictures taken from the films and scene recreations using vinyl models. Japanese text. (4-06-304415-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 82pg, FC $17.95 GODZILLA PERFECT GUIDE BOOK Even though this kaiju gem may sport the "Americanized" version of Godzilla on the cover, don't hold it against it! This "perfect guide" covers the illustrious movie career of the king of kaiju, including the recent US theatrical release, with b&w and full color photographs. Also features sections dedicated to all of the monsters that appeared in the films; a movie poster collection; various related Godzilla merchandise; and artwork for the video/laser disc packaging. Highly recommended for all Godzilla aficionados. Japanese text. (4-87465-411-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x8, 128pg, PC $17.95 PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKS ANOTHER SKIN: SENRI YAMAZAKI IN THE BONDAGE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-7962-0066-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x12, 126pg, PC $52.95 MISC. BOOKS FUTARINI OMAKASE SUPER REMIX SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-06-333964-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, of the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 72pg, PC $17.95 GALS CHARACTER CARD COLLECTION A full color collection featuring trading cards based on beautiful bishojo characters from various mature orientated Japanese video game--such as To Heart, Highschool Terra Story, Desire, EVE The Lost One, Pia Carrot, and more. Features more than 3000 cards, including the rare and special insert editions. Recommended for bishojo fans. Japanese text. (4-87734-188-9) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 162pg, FC $44.95 HOBBY JAPAN SUPER RX VOL. 2 Hobby Japan presents this "mook" devoted to American and Japanese toys. Covers such American toys as: Witchblade, Gen13, Puppet Master, Star Wars, GI Joe, McFarlane Productions toys, Toy Biz's Marvel Super-Heroes, and more. Also features an interview with Todd McFarlane (in Japanese). In the second half, the following Japanese toys are examined: Kamen Rider, Godzilla, Pepsi Man, Ultra Seven, Voltron, Devilman, Micronauts, Medicom figures and many more! Japanese text. (4-89425-183-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 126pg, PC $28.95 HOW TO DRAW AGGRESSIVE POSES SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4-06-208303-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x11, 144pg, b&w $39.95 HOW TO DRAW BODIES Learn how to draw the human body in a realistic manga style with this excellent "how-to" book which features a detailed step-by-step guide for creating both the male and female bodies. Highly recommended for aspiring manga artists. Japanese text. (4-7661-0916-3) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $26.95 OSAMU TEZUKA CHARACTER ENCYCLOPEDIA #1 The first of a six volume character file set dedicated to the life works of the "god of manga"--Osamu Tezuka, the creator of numerous masterpieces and the founder of modern manga and anime. This softcover volume focuses on Tetsuwan Atom and his other robot heroines. A must for fans of classic manga. Japanese text. (4-02-330220-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 256pg, b&w $34.95 UCHUSEN EXTRA: KAIJU HEROES TREASURE GUIDEBOOK A price guidebook dedicated to the classic kaiju and SFX hero figures produced in Japan. Here a chance to see many of the cool and rare kaiju figures as they're presented in full color pictures. Includes Godzilla, Ultra Man, Gamera, Kamen Rider, and many more. Japanese text. (T1101844081473) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 118pg, PC $28.95 MAGAZINES ANIMAGE #247 Animage is an excellent source for all the latest news on Japanese anime. Each issue is packed with full-color and b&w giving you the latest scoops on the hottest anime around. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $11.95 ANIMEDIA JANUARY 1999 Every issue of Animedia presents lots of colorful coverage of the latest in anime releases. Filled with pull-out posters, manga inserts, and plenty of full- color anime art, this is a magazine that no self-respecting "otaku" can be without. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $8.95 AX: ANIMATION MAGAZINE FROM TOKYO JANUARY 1999 A new monthly anime magazine which just started in Spring of 1998. This indispensable anime publication features superb full-color pages, the latest anime news from Japan, and a short manga serial. Highly recommended. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.95 COMICKERS OCTOBER 1998 The leading journal for aspiring comic artists in Japan containing insights for those interested in the various technical aspects of manga art. This issue's main feature is on Masamune Shirow's (Ghost in the Shell) color variations of various cover illustrations. As a bonus, a page containing three Masamune Shirow postcards are included. Japanese text. (T1107612100988) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 162pg, PC $17.95 DENGEKI B-MAGAZINE JANUARY 1999 A new Japanese anime and SFX monthly magazine that has succeeded the now-defunct B-Club Magazine. This revamp features more coverage on anime other than just that produced by Bandai. Also includes a monthly serialized manga story. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $12.95 HOBBY JAPAN DECEMBER 1998 The key source on modeling in Japan (where the art of modeling has reached its highest development), Hobby Japan covers almost every aspect of modeling in every issue. Filled with hundreds of full-color pictures and illustrations. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $14.95 HOBBY JAPAN EX SUMMER 1998 Hobby Japan's quarterly special spotlights the best character garage model kits from the past years. The annual "Garage Kit Catalog" is the main focus in this issue which spotlights robot kits, female figure kits, kaiju kits, hero & kaijin kits, a variety of kits and toy items. Also includes a full report from JAF-CON7 (Japan Fantastic Convention '98). Spectacular photography and dynamic diorama creations make this a must have for robot and model fans alike. Japanese text. (T1108128081006) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 130pg, PC $18.95 HYPER HOBBY VOL. 10 This latest issue brings 130 pages packed with news and photos of the latest Japanese collectibles. Features coverage on various Japanese toys such as the Bandprestro releases, the Ultra Seven, Micronauts, Godzilla, and many more. Also includes a small section on American toy releases such as McFarlane toys, Puppet Master, Beanie Babies, X-Files, and Star Wars. Also, a special feature on the results of the "Hyper Hobby 1997 Figure Contest." Japanese text. (4-19-720054-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 130pg, FC $12.95 HYPER PLAYSTATION FEBRUARY 1999 New to Previews! More than 200 pages of articles covering the latest PlayStation games from Japan. Find out about all the latest in video games right from the source. The Japanese text can make things difficult for those who can't read the language, but the large number of color images of game screens means that adept gamers can enjoy this magazine even if they can't read Japanese. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.95 NEWTYPE JANUARY 1999 Newtype has been covering the anime scene for over 10 years now, and the magazine remains a must for serious anime fans. Covers everything new and cool that's happening in the world of anime. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 9x12 $9.95 SHONEN ACE MAGAZINE JANUARY 1999 A monthly manga anthology magazine featuring some of the finest Japanese manga stories being produced today. The line up includes such popular titles as Neon Genesis Evangelion, Cat Girl Nuku-Nuku, Martian Successor Nedesico, Welcome to Lodoss Island, B'T X, and many more. Printed on traditional multi-colored paper in b&w (& some full color pages), each issue averages about 500 pages. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 7x10, b&w $7.50 MAGAZINES (ADULT) Please see this month's PREVIEWS ADULT for cover shots and more information! All International Adult Magazines are: (CAUT: 3 & 4) and are not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. BUG BUG CG JANUARY 1999 Squarebound format. Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $14.95 DR. PICASSO MEN'S MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 8x11, PC $11.95 LEMON CLUB JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.95 MANGA BUMP JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 PA PI PO JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 PENGUIN CLUB JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 URECCO: HYBRID SKIN MAGAZINE JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $12.95 YOUNG JAMBO JANUARY 1999 Japanese text. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 CALENDARS Japanese calendars are traditionally released much later in the year than American calendars. Although the following 1999 calendars should arrive in the month of December, the vagaries of international shipping may delay them until after January 1, 1999. (7819) (CAUT: 4) BONDAGE NUDES 1999 CALENDAR SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL Calendar (337) $32.95 CARD CAPTOR SAKURA (A) 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (169) $32.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (167) $26.95 PRINCESS MONONOKE 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (154) $29.95 RECORD OF LODOSS WAR 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (179) $26.95 RUROUNI KENSHIN (A) 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (171) $26.95 SILENT MOBIUS 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (185) $26.95 SLAYERS TRY 1999 CALENDAR Calendar (175) $26.95 Kodansha Calendars G-TASTE 1999 DAILY CALENDAR SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL Calendar $33.95 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S ARMS 1999 FOLDING CALENDAR An unique folding style calendar, measuring 7" x 10", featuring the stunning artwork of Masamune Shirow's (Ghost in the Shell) Arms. Each monthly calendar is also a removable sticker. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Calendar $34.95 3X3 EYES 1999 CALENDAR The fabulous art of Yazo Takada's 3x3 Eyes series is showcased on this wall hanging style calendar measuring 12" x 17". Features a transparent acryl cover with removable stickers. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Calendar $34.95 CD-ROMS RETURN TO PARADISE HEIGHTS CD-ROM SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. System requirements: PC only (Win95 only)-486/33+; 8MB Ram+; 256 color+; 2x CD- ROM+; Sound card. (7865/OTK10107) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM $34.95 MERCHANDISE Apparel AH! MY GODDESS BELLEDANDY CLOUD T-SHIRT Belledandy takes to the skies and leaves the clouds behind her. Full color design on a white, 100% cotton T-shirt. (133/NUTS09) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 CUTEY HONEY T-SHIRT Go Nagai's sexy siren looks mighty fine on this black, 100% cotton T-shirt. (133/NUTS06) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 LUM SURVEYS THE PLANETS T-SHIRT This full color image is truly out of this world, especially when seen against the dark background of a black, 100% cotton T-shirt. (133/NUTS05) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION REI TRANSFORMING T-SHIRT A spectacular image of Rei transforming decorates the front of this black, 100% cotton T-shirt. (133/NUTS07) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 RANMA 1/2 CHASE T-SHIRT Rumiko Takahashi's most brilliant creation has yielded yet another superb T- shirt design. Full color image on a white, 100% cotton tee. (133/NUTS08) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 Backpacks P-CHAN PLUSH BACKPACK This 8-inch plush figure of the lovable P-Chan comes complete with backpack straps and a special secret lined compartment in which to store your valuables. A great gift for any Ranma 1/2 fan. (133/ZAI01) (CAUT: 4) Backpack $24.99 Bamboo Blinds CUTEY HONEY: NEW SUPER ANDROID BAMBOO BLIND The stunning image of Go Nagai's Cutey Honey literally explodes off this full color "bamboo" venetian blind. (6094/CL-342) (CAUT: 4) FC, 36x44 $29.00 Coin Banks DRAGON BALL GT: GOKU FIGURAL COIN BANK Here's an 8-inch full color plastic coin bank/figure of Goku, the feisty star of Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball series. (133/CB18) (CAUT: 4) Bank $19.95 SAILOR PLUTO FIGURAL COIN BANK The green-haired Sailor Scout will become the stout guardian of your savings if you purchase this full color, 8-inch plastic coin bank. (133/CB09) (CAUT: 4) Bank $19.95 Models FUSHIGI YUUGI: MIAKA & DRAGON RESIN MODEL KIT The beautiful yet naive Miaka, along with a serpent dragon, are captured in this 1/8 scale model kit. Comes unpainted and assembly required. (6094/252) (CAUT: 4) Kit $49.00 RANMA 1/2 CAT GIRL RESIN MODEL KIT A great 1/6 scale model kit of the beautiful onna-Ranma dressed in a cute cat costume. Meow! Comes unpainted and assembly required. (6094/00136) (CAUT: 4) Kit $59.00 STREET FIGHTER PLUS: KEN RESIN MODEL KIT Challenge your modeling skills with this 1/6 scale model kit of the combative Ken from the ever-popular Street Fighter Plus. Comes unpainted and assembly required. (6094/573) (CAUT: 4) Kit $50.00 Playing Cards MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH PLAYING CARDS #2 Add a little life into those boring card games with this deck of cards featuring various art from CLAMP's excellent fantasy series. Styled after the standard 54 poker card deck. 2 1/2" x 3 3/8", with rounded corners. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Playing Cards $4.95 YU-YU-HAKUSHO PLAYING CARDS This card deck features various art taken from Yosihiro Togashi's terrific creation--Yu-Yu-Hakusho. Styled after the standard 54 poker card deck. 2 1/2" x 3 3/8", with rounded corners. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Playing Cards $4.95 Posters NEON GENESIS EVANGELION POSTER #4 The ever-so lovely Asuka Langley strikes a breathtaking pose on this full color laminated poster. (6094/2970) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 20x15, FC $4.95 RUROUNI KENSHIN POSTER #2 Decorate your room with this cool Rurouni Kenshin full color laminated poster. (6094/2889) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 15x20, FC $4.95 Stickers FUSHIGI YUUGI STICKER SHEET #3 Decorate your favorite notebooks with these Fushigi Yuugi stickers! 14 stickers total. (6094/1168) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH STICKER SHEET #2 A dazzling sticker sheet featuring 14 stickers of CLAMP's popular Magic Knight Rayearth series. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 RANMA 1/2 STICKER SHEET #8 This Ranma 1/2 sticker sheet features 12 sticker based on the ever-popular series created by Rumiko Takahashi. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 Toys/Figures POCKET MONSTERS 1" MINI PVC SET A cute set of mini Pocket Monsters PVC's measuring approximately 1" tall. Each diminutive creature can also be used as a nifty pencil topper. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x12) $16.00 POCKET MONSTERS 2" MINI PVC SET Recreate your very own Pocket Monsters (a.k.a. Pok_mon) adventures with this cool set of 12 PVC based on the hit anime program. Each figure measures approximately 2" tall. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x12) $20.00 VARAN GLOW-IN-THE-DARK VINYL FIGURE Kaiju aficionados will recognize Varan from his appearance in the classic Destroy All Monsters film, and those who are really in the know will have seen the eponymous Varan the Unbelievable. This is the first Varan figure to be produced since the Bullmark figure which was made in 1970 (and now sells for upwards of $300.00). This cool glow-in-the-dark figure, which measures 9" tall, is available exclusively through Previews (and previously at G-Fest in Chicago). (4107) (CAUT: 4) Vinyl figure $65.00 Wall Scrolls AKIRA: NEO TOKYO CELLULOID WALL SCROLL Pay tribute to Akira, one of the classic anime off all time, with this revolutionary new type of wall scroll made from a "celluloid" material. This horizontal colorful design will surely make you the envy of all your otaku friends. (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 44x33, FC $18.95 GHOST IN THE SHELL WALL SCROLL #5 The masterful artistry of Masumune Shirow shines on this cloth wall scroll featuring a great image from Ghost in the Shell. (6094/MD-024) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 44x33, FC $19.95 RANMA 1/2 WALL SCROLL #5 Let Ranma and the gang bring some life to your bland otaku lair with this colorful cloth wall hanging. (6094/MD-022) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 33x44, FC $19.95 SHOUJO KAKUMEI UTENA WALL SCROLL The lovely gal pal duo of Utena and Anthy seem to enjoying a relaxing picnic on this colorful cloth wall hanging. Get yours today and keep the girls company in the solitude of your bedroom! (6094/MD-027) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 44x33, FC $19.95 Misc. Items GHOST IN THE SHELL LAMINATED IDOL CARD SET #4 A set of five trading card sized (2 1/2 x 3 1/2) laminated pictures based on the works of breathtaking Masamune Shirow's Ghost in the Shell anime movie. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION LAMINATED IDOL CARD SET #7 The characters from Neon Genesis are featured on this set of five trading card sized (2 1/2 x 3 1/2) laminated pictures. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 TENCHI MUYO! LAMINATED IDOL CARD SET #2 This set of five trading card sized (2 1/2 x 3 1/2) laminated pictures features images are taken from various Tenchi Muyo! sources. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 FUSHIGI YUUGI FAN As the temperature rises pull out this handy dandy plastic hand held fan featuring the color graphics of Yuu Watase's Fushigi Yuugi. (6094/001) (CAUT: 4) Fan $3.50 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION 3 1/2" COMPUTER DISCS Direct from NERV HQ comes this set of 10 blank 3 1/2 ", 2HD, 1.44MB floppy discs. Each one of which comes in its own decorative sleeve and, of course, all ten discs fit in a container which sports the cool NERV logo. (133/DISC01) (CAUT: 4) Computer discs (x10) $39.95 TRADING CARDS COOL COLLECTIBLES ANNA MALLE CARDS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4388) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL RES. from Previews Vol. VII #12 (Dec97) Set PI ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A ASHLYN GERE CARDS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4388) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set PI ******* BABYLON 5 FIFTH SEASON JUMBO CARD SET Five different full-color 5 x 7" jumbo-sized Babylon 5 promotional cards announcing TNT as the official network of Babylon 5: The Fifth Season! This scarce card set includes: Vir Cotto, Delenn, Stephen Franklin, Susan Ivanova, and John Sheridan. (145) Set PI BEATLES GOLD RECORD CHASE CARD SET Beatlemania is back with these 12 different full-color, gold-foil, die-cut 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" "Chase" cards featuring the Beatles' gold albums! Albums included are: Let It Be, Please Please Me, With the Beatles, A Hard Day's Night, Beatles For Sale, Help!, Rubber Soul, Revolver, Magical Mystery Tour, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Abbey Road, and White Album! (145) Set PI BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON ONE CARD SET These cards are killer! Based on the popular television show, this episode collection features special subsets such as: "Slayer Speak," "Giles' Secret Library," "The Beastiary," character profiles and much, much more! This awesome 73-card complete mint set also contains a special bonus Buffy The Vampire Slayer promo card. (145) Set PI BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER "THE CHOSEN ONE" CHASE CARD SET Don't miss out on these 9 official, different, full-color "Chase" cards depicting Sarah Michelle Gellar as "The Chosen One"! (145) Set PI BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER "HOW TO KILL A VAMPIRE" CASE CHASE CARD This is your chance to collect this rare, official, most-difficult-to-obtain Buffy The Vampire Slayer "Chase" card featuring Buffy's best slayer techniques! (145) Card PI HERCULES AND XENA STICKER SET 210 different full-color stickers featuring all the excitement of Xena, the Warrior Princess, and Hercules fighting the hoards of evil mythical characters and creatures can now be yours! (145) Set PI MAJOR LEAGUE 1998 ALL-STAR GAME STARTERS CARD SET This official 1998 Major League Baseball all-star game premium set features all 16 American League and National League all-star game starters as voted by the fans, including Mark McGwire, Ken Griffey, Jr., A-Rod, Cal Ripken, Jr., Craig Biggio, Walt Weiss, Chipper Jones, Mike Piazza, Tony Gwynn, Barry Bonds, Larry Walker, Jim Thome, Roberto Alomar, Ivan Rodriguez, Juan Gonzalez, and Kenny Lofton. (145) Set PI ORIGINAL CREEPY NO. 1 COMIC Fresh from the original, recently discovered bundle, the original and beautiful Creepy No. 1 comic is now available in near-mint condition. Artists include Jack Davis (cover), Frank Frazetta, Reed Crandall, Al Williamson, Maurice Whitman, Joe Orlando, George Evans, Angelo Torres, and Gray Morrow! (145) Comic PI ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A SANDMAN CARDS Celebrate the Sandman's 10th anniversary with these special cards originally produced by Skybox in 1994. Neil Gaiman's classic characters, as rendered by the best artists in the business! (8394) Box PI O/A SANDMAN GOLD FOIL BORDERED CARD SET The complete gold-bordered foil chase card set from the Sandman series! 7 cards per set. (8394) Set PI O/A SANDMAN MORPHEUS HOLOGRAM CARD The really rare chase card from the Sandman card set! (8394) Card PI ******* STAR WARS IRON-ON TRANSFER COLLECTION Star Wars fans, you are sure to love this collection of 16 different stunning Star Wars full-color photographic iron-ons measuring a giant-sized 8 1/2" x 11". Includes Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Han Solo, C3PO, R2-D2, and Chewbacca, and original Star Wars poster and collage. Complete with super-vivid colors that actually renders these iron-ons suitable for framing! (145) Set PI TOPPS 1962 MARS ATTACKS ORIGINAL REPRINT CARD COLLECTION Special deal! 56 cards plus 4 super premium cards of the 1962 sci-fi classic Mars Attacks can now be yours! This out-of-this-world collection contains 55 different full-color cards plus special card #56 Mars Attacks Wrapper card. And as a special bonus, the official 1962 Mars Attacks original art premium card set containing 4 different full-color, full-bleed 5" x 7" cards depicting 4 of the most exciting Mars Attacks scenes ever is also included. Issued from the original artwork used in 1962! 60 total cards per set. (145) Set PI X-FILES: THE MOVIE EUROPEAN PROMO CARD This beautiful, full-color 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" X-Files promo card, never before released in the U.S., is now available outside Europe. (145) Card PI X-FILES: THE MOVIE #PO JUMBO CARD Once only issued as a regional premium to select dealers, this beautiful full- color, jumbo-sized (3 1/16" x 4 3/8") X-Files card is now available to the general public. (145) Card PI XENA SERIES II CARD SET COLLECTION This awesome set of 72 different full-color cards features special Xena allies and adversaries subset, Season Two episode cards spotlighting every show from Xena's second season, Xena art gallery, Gabrielle 6-card subset, and much, much more! And as an added bonus, this set also includes the Xena the Warrior Princess Series II promo card for a total of 73 cards. (145) Set PI XENA SERIES II CHROMIUM CHASE CARD SET This beautiful 6-card chromium chase set from series II featuring the ever- popular warrior princess, Xena, can now be yours! 6 cards per set. (145) Set PI ZORRO THE MOVIE CARD SET 72 different, full-color movie cards featuring all the thrills and excitement from this summer's top box office hit Zorro starring Antonio Banderas, Anthony Hopkins, and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Includes special bonus 2-card promo set. 74 total cards per set. (145) Set PI ZORRO THE MOVIE ANTONIO BANDERAS CHASE CARD SET Duel your way into fun and excitement with this rare "chase" set featuring one of Hollywood's hottest stars, Antonio Banderas, in these 3 different, full-color omni-chrome "chase" cards. (145) Set PI ZORRO THE MOVIE CATHERINE ZETA-JONES CHASE CARD SET 6 different, full-color omni-chrome "chase" cards featuring the beautiful Catherine Zeta-Jones can now be yours! (145) Set PI INKWORKS ALBUM SETS Highlights from some of your favorite movies and television shows are brilliantly showcased in these album sets. Each album includes a full basic set of cards in Ultra-pro pages. (8970) JAMES BOND TOMORROW NEVER DIES-Album PI SMALL SOLDIERS-Album PI LOST IN SPACE MOVIE-Album PI GODZILLA SUPERVUE-Album PI STARSHIP TROOPERS-Album PI TV COOLEST CLASSICS-Album PI LOST IN SPACE ARCHIVES-Album PI INKWORKS CARD SETS Relive some of your favorite movie and television moments with these card sets. Each set contains a full set of cards in a white box. (8970) JAMES BOND TOMORROW NEVER DIES-Set PI SMALL SOLDIERS-Set PI LOST IN SPACE MOVIE-Set PI GODZILLA SUPERVUE-Set PI STARSHIP TROOPERS (O/A)-Set PI TV COOLEST CLASSICS (O/A)-Set PI LOST IN SPACE ARCHIVES (O/A)-Set PI LOST IN SPACE MOVIE AUTOGRAPH CARDS Fans of the Lost In Space movie are sure to love these cards signed by cast members Mimi Rodgers, Jack Johnson, and Lacey Chabert. (8970) MIMI RODGERS (SIGNED)-Card PI JACK JOHNSON (SIGNED)-Card PI LACEY CHABERT (SIGNED)-Card PI TV COOLEST CLASSICS AUTOGRAPH CARDS Classic TV lives on with these fantastic cards signed by Classic TV faves Barbara Feldon, Donna Douglas, and Robert Clary. (8970) BARBARA FELDON (SIGNED)-Card PI DONNA DOUGLAS (SIGNED)-Card PI ROBERT CLARY (SIGNED)-Card PI SUPPLIES JUST STUFF JUST STUFF TRADING CARD CASE Have you collected too many trading cards and don't know where to put them? Well, look no further! You can easily organize your collection in this incredible trading card case, which holds up to 2,000 cards and comes fitted with dividers, boxes, and category labels. Includes a secret compartment, padlock ring for security, and Trading Floor inside the lid to provide a place for card display and game playing. Durable resin construction. 14.5" x 6.5" x 8.5". (4369) Case PI SPORTS CARDS BLEACHERS 23KT GOLD SCULPTURED CARDS Highly collectible 23kt gold sculptured cards that are sure to be coveted treasures by baseball card fans everywhere! Baseball greats Mark McGwire and Ken Griffey, Jr. have been immortalized on these precious, limited-edition cards. Mark McGwire cards are available as either a jumbo size or one commemorating his 400th homerun hit on May 8, 1998. The Ken Griffey, Jr. card commemorates Ken's 300th homerun hit on April 13, 1998. Don't let the opportunity to own a piece of baseball history pass you by! MARK MCGWIRE JUMBO-Card PI MARK MCGWIRE 400TH HOME RUN-Card PI KEN GRIFFEY, JR. 300TH HOME RUN-Card PI FLEER FLEER 1998-1999 ULTRA BASKETBALL SERIES I CARDS Following on the heels of the wildly successful Ultra Basketball '97-'98 comes this all-new redesigned premium product. All of the components that made last season's product such a hit are back, like seeded rookies and Platinum parallel serially numbered cards. Inserts include "NBAttitude," "World Premiere," "Unstoppable," "Leading Performers," and "Exclamation Points." 10 cards per pack; 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Canada, and U.K. Box PI METALLIC IMPRESSIONS NASCAR LUG MUGS You'll feel like a winner as you quench your thirst with these cool ceramic lug mugs featuring custom relief sculpted detail of NASCAR road warriors Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt, as well as their replica signatures. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. JEFF GORDON-Mugs PI DALE EARNHARDT-Mugs PI NASCAR SHOT GLASSES Sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of NASCAR race car drivers Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt with these awesome shot glasses featuring custom relief sculpted detail of the racers, as well as their replica signatures. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. JEFF GORDON-Glasses PI DALE EARNHARDT-Glasses PI MOUNTED MEMORIES WWF PRO CUBE See your favorite wrestling stars in action with different action shots displayed on a six-sided cube. This assortment features the players Shawn Michaels, Sunny, Steve Austin, Kane, The Undertaker, Sable, Three Faces of Foley, Mankind, and more! Pro Cube is just like a Rubix Cube but with exciting photos on it. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Cube PI PACIFIC PACIFIC 1999 BASEBALL CARDS A base brand product that will be Pacific's first baseball release for the 1999 season, this really cool card set features incredible full-action photos of top players on the fronts and their career statistics on the backs. Inserts include: "Cramer's Choice," "Gold Crown Die-Cuts," "Dynagon Turf," "Team Checklist," and "Platinum Blue Parallel." Hobby-Only inserts include: "Timelines" and "Titanium Turf." 10 cards per pack; 36 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI PACIFIC 1998-99 CROWN ROYALE FOOTBALL CARDS Tear up the astro turf with this fantastic card set featuring your favorite traditional crown card designs that have been so popular for Pacific...every base card is a crown. Inserts in this set include: "Cramer's Choice," "Pro-Bowl Die-Cuts," "Pillars of the Game," "Gridiron Knights," and one other insert TBD. The "Cramer's Choice" parallel is autographed by Pacific CEO Michael Cramer. 6 cards per pack; 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI PHOTOFILE MARK MCGWIRE PERFECT GAME EVENT PHOTO SET 8 different photos of baseball sensation Mark McGwire are now available in this stunning set! Set PI PRESS PASS PRESS PASS BASKETBALL AUTHENTICS 1998 CARDS Autographs and Memorabilia from Coast to Coast! Three Autograph Cards Per Box! One Authentic Memorabilia Item (jerseys, 8x10's, caps) Redemption Card Per Box! If you're looking for some of the hottest NBA superstars and rookie prospects, look no further than Press Pass Basketball Authentics 1998! This 45-card series only features drafted 1998 rookies and established Pro Stars-plus a host of insert sets: "Lottery Club" (12 silver foil top NBA lottery picks), "Full Court Press" (awesome holofoil players), and "Hang Time" (rare holofoil-stamped versions of the 45 base cards). Also, in addition to the standard autograph cards, look for the "Sterlings"-silver foil-stamped versions of autograph cards! Four cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI S.A.M. SPORTS ACCESSORIES & MEM. BOBBING HEAD DOLLS Major League Baseball fans will not want to miss out on these bobbing head dolls of two of baseball's hottest stars, Frank Thomas and Mark Messiers. This is your opportunity to own a unique sports collectible and to really connect yourselves with a couple of your favorite players. Both ceramic figures are hand-painted, and the Mark Messiers doll comes autographed by Mark himself! (CAUT: 4) FRANK THOMAS-Doll PI MARK MESSIERS (SIGNED)-Doll PI SIGNATURE BATS REPLICA BAT SET Signature Bats honors two of the greatest sluggers in baseball, Mickey Mantle and Larry Walker, with these miniature hardwood replicas of their actual bats. Every bat is a genuine scale replica of game-used equipment and bears the Louisville Slugger trademark and each player's reproduced signature. Each set is individually numbered and includes: bat, acrylic stand, full-color Certificate of Authenticity, and protective sleeve. Limited quantities. MICKEY MANTLE-Set PI LARRY WALKER-Set PI SPACEMARK MERCURY ASTRONAUT SOUND CHIP CARDS SpaceMark's Sound Chip Trading Card is in itself a player. Simply push the button, and you receive a 20-second story on what it was like to be among the first to enter outer space. Each Sound Chip card comes complete with two replaceable 3-volt lithium batteries, a Certificate of Authenticity, and its own colorful oversize packaging. Available Sound Chip Cards: Alan Shepard, Wally Schirra, Scott Carpenter, and Gordon Cooper. ALAN SHEPARD-Card PI WALLY SCHIRRA-Card PI SCOTT CARPENTER-Card PI GORDON COOPER-Card PI MOONWALKER ASTRONAUT CD ROM CARDS SpaceMark's Interactive CD-ROM Trading Cards show the story SpaceMark's Sound Chip cards tell. Mac and PC compatible in a traditional 2.5-inch by 3.5-inch trading card format (with no template required), these action-packed cards contain a 2-minute full-color, full-stereo movie, 25 exhilarating photographs, statistics and biographical information, web addresses, mint condition indicator, Certificate of Authenticity, colorful oversize packaging, and more! Available CD-ROM Cards: Alan Shepard and Gene Cernan. ALAN SHEPARD-Card PI GENE CERNAN-Card PI TCMA MARK MCGWIRE 50TH HOMERUN EVENT COVER 12" x 16" Double-Matted and Ready to Frame featuring a photo of Mark hitting his 50th home run as well as a cover cancelled by the United States Post Office on August 20, 1998, the day of the game. The post office will only apply the cancellation for one day, therefore guaranteeing the collectibility of this piece. Mark became the first player in major league history to hit 50 or more homeruns in three consecutive seasons. His 50th came in the Cardinals 125th game, the earliest anyone has reached the 50 homer plateau. Cover PI TOPPS BOWMAN'S 1998 BEST NFL FOOTBALL CARDS Score big time with Bowman's 1998 Best NFL Football Cards featuring both "Current Stars" with printed gold designs and "Rookies" with printed silver designs. Also includes the parallel cards "Refractors," "Atomic Refractors," "Bowman's Best Autographs," "Bowman's Best Autographed Refractors," and "Bowman's Best Autographed Atomic Refractors." Inserts include "Double-Sided Miror Image Fusion," Double-Sided Mirror Image Fusion Refractors," "Double-Sided Mirror Image Fusion Atomic Refractors," "Bowman's Best Performers," "Bowman's Best Technology," "Bowman's Best Performers Refractors," and "Bowman's Best Performers Atomic Refractors." Box PI TOPPS 1998-99 FINEST BASKETBALL I CARDS Dribble into action with Topps' 1998-99 Finest Basketball I Cards featuring cards with the "Finest Protector." Also includes the parallel cards "Finest Refractors," "Finest Non-Protector Parallel Set," and "Finest Non-Protector Refractor Set." Inserts include "Double-Sided Mystery Finest," "Centurions Sequentially Numbered," and "Hardwood Honors." 6 cards per pack; 24 packs per box. Box PI UPPER DECK MJX 1998 BASKETBALL CARDS MJx gets to the heart of Jordan's game with incredible photos that chronicle everything from his rookie year to present day. MJx delivers what collector's desire in a Michael Jordan product: super premium card quality, game-worn memorabilia cards, authentic autographs, in-depth interviews, and much more. This 135-card set also includes the following incredible inserts: "Michael Jordan Autographed Game Worn Jersey," "MJ Game Commemorative I-Game Warm-ups," "MJ Game Commemorative II-Game Worn Shoes," "Jordan Special Issue Autograph," "MJ Timepieces (Red, Bronze, and Gold)," and "MJ Live." 5 cards per pack; 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI UPPER DECK 1998-1999 UD3 BASKETBALL CARDS Driven by three unique technologies, UD3 offers collectors the chance to collect sets in three different ways-across subsets, technologies, or the entire set! 1998-99 NBA UD3 takes innovation, technology, and quality to exponential levels! This 270-card set also includes the following incredible inserts featuring sequential numbering: "Future Impact," "Air Waves," and "Court Authority." These inserts come as Light F/X, Embossed, and Rainbow Foil cards. 3 cards per pack; 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI UPPER DECK 1998 BLACK DIAMOND BASEBALL CARDS The Upper Deck Company is very proud to present the premier edition of Black Diamond Baseball. Bringing serious collectors all of the excitement of the double, triple, and quadruple black diamond Light F/X technology cards, the premier edition of Black Diamond Baseball also includes sequential numbering on all multiple diamond cards, unique inserts ("Double Black Diamond", "Triple Black Diamond", "Quadruple Black Diamond" and "Diamond Dominance"), and the hobby-exclusive "Mystery Numbers" set. ALSO: Loof for several levels of chase cards each featuring actual pieces of a game-used Mark McGwire baseball bat! 6 cards per pack; 30 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI UPPER DECK 1998 BLACK DIAMOND FOOTBALL CARDS This unique football "Rookie Edition" card set brings collectors the top stars in the NFL. The scarcity of this tiered set is signified by the number of diamonds and sequential numbering! This 120-card set also includes the following inserts: "Double Black Diamond", "Triple Black Diamond", "Quadruple Black Diamond," "White Onyx," "Black Onyx," and rare "mysterty inserts." 6 cards per pack; 30 packs per box. (CAUT: 1) Box PI NON-SPORTS CARDS COMIC IMAGES JERRY SPRINGER SHOW CARDS For over eight years and 1400 shows, Jerry Springer has shocked and entertained audiences. With shows like "Holiday Hell Feast," "My Brother Wants to Be a Woman," and "Past Guests Do Battle," the Jerry Springer Show has rocketed to become the number one daytime series, reaching 20 million people every day. Comic Images captures the outrageousness in this 72-card series printed on 24pt. stock with randomly inserted OmniChrome chase cards and Jerry Springer Autographed cards. 7 cards per pack; 30 packs per box.(65050) (CAUT: 4) Box PI JERRY SPRINGER SHOW T/C BINDER This deluxe, custom-printed 3-ring binder comes packed with nine 9-pocket pages plus an uncut 6-card press sheet. (65350) (CAUT: 4) Binder $19.95 ROCK ART: GRATEFUL DEAD AND BEYOND COLLECTOR CARDS Relive the 60s and 70s with some of the best, most loved, and recognized rock art ever created. This 72-card series includes more than 40 Grateful Dead art images plus album cover and tour art from bands like Jefferson Airplane, the Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, and many more! Printed on 24pt. stock, Rock Art also gives you inside information that you'd only get with a backstage pass, plus a special interview with artist Stanley Mouse. Randomly inserted in the packs are 6 "Dead Family Album" chase cards, making this one of the greatest image collections in Rock 'n Roll history! 7 cards per pack; 30 packs per box. (61050) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #5 (May98) Box PI ROCK ART: GRATEFUL DEAD AND BEYOND T/C BINDER This deluxe, custom-printed 3-ring binder comes packed with nine 9-pocket pages plus an uncut 6-card press sheet. (61350) (CAUT: 4) Binder $19.95 ******* CORNERSTONE COMMUNICATIONS KISS SERIES I FACTORY CARD SET This unique 90-card set, complete with silver foil-stamping, is your chance to relive the KISS era! 90 cards per set. (K1-FS) Set PI KISS SERIES I SECOND PRINTING FACTORY CARD SET You can also relive those glorious KISS days with this special 90-card set, complete with gold foil-stamping. 90 cards per set.(K1R-FS) Set PI KISS SERIES I SECOND PRINTING "BOX TOPPER" CARD SET Originally packed with Series I Reprint boxes, this 9-card cello-wrapped card set is a tribute to KISS's '96-'97 tour. 9 cards per set. (K1R-BT) Set PI DUO CARDS ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE COLLECTOR CARDS Relive the entire Christmas classic with this 72-card, foil-stamped series printed on deluxe 24pt. stock. Bonus collectibles include 6 Chromium Cards and a unique talking card. (04050) Box PI ******* FLEER STAR TREK: INSURRECTION MOVIE CARDS All-new set featuring shots from the eagerly anticipated new Star Trek feature movie. All of your favorite characters from The Next Generation are featured in this 72-card oversized base set. While there will be a number of sought after chase sets, none will be hotter than the now standard "Authentic Autograph" insert set, which features a good portion of the stars from the movie. 36 packs per box. (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Canada, and U.K. Box PI HIGHLAND MINT STAR TREK BRONZE MEDALLIONS Fans of both the original and Next Generation Star Trek series are sure to love these bronze medallions featuring the characters Commander Spock and Commander Riker. Lifelike depictions of both Leonard Nimoy and Jonathan Frakes in character are perfectly captured on this mint coin collection. Accompanied with Certificate of Authenticity. Both medallions are also available as a 2-coin matched-number bronze set. COMMANDER SPOCK-Medallion PI COMMANDER RIKER-Medallion PI 2-COIN MATCHED SET-Medallion PI HOT SHOTS HOT SHOTS 1998 TRILOGY PART 2 BINDER SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Binder PI ILLUSTRATION STUDIO FEMALE FANTASY ELITE COLLECTION 3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set PI INFINITY STUDIOS SIRENS BUFFET CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set PI ANGELS DIVINITY PHOTO AND CARD COLLECTION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set PI INKWORKS SPAWN: TOY VAULT CARDS America's #1 Action Figure line is now the most exciting trading card series of the year! For the first time ever, all the action figures in the Spawn family have come together in one cool and unique trading card series. This official, 90-card Spawn encyclopedia features every key toy from the Spawn family- including dozens of rare variations; professionally photographed and digitally scanned cool images in awesome environments; UV coating, full-bleed photos, and premium quality card stock; three original outstanding levels of awesome bonus cards; and a special super bonus-a Todd McFarlane Autograph card featuring the creator's very own toy-Todd The Artist! 8 cards per pack; 36 packs per box. (11500) Box PI SPAWN: TOY VAULT T/C BINDER Designed to hold your complete Spawn card collection, this high-quality binder is a must for every collector. (11510) Binder PI ******* STAR OF THE MONTH BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON ONE CARDS Inkworks is proud to provide a new product to satisfy the growing demand for Buffy merchandise. This 72-card set captures the fun and excitement of the top- rated show with episode-specific information and unique subsets including "Giles' Secret Library," "Slayer Speak," "The Bestiary," character profiles, and more! And look for multiple levels of bonus cards including "The Chosen One," "Slayer Kit," "How to Kill a Vampire," and autographed cards! 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (STAR8233) Box PI ******* PARADIGM PLAYBOY CENTERFOLD NOVEMBER EDITION CARDS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Box PI REED MONSTER MOVIE CLASSICS SERIES 2 CARDS A classy follow-up to the popular first series, this set profiles "The Killer B's," low budget and sometimes campy films from the golden era of sci-fi and horror (1950s-1960s). Classic titles include The Beast with a Million Eyes, The Manster, The H-Man, The Black Sleep...all the best AND worst! Only 2,000 numbered sets made. 50 black and white cards per set. Set PI SQP MORE THAN BATTLEFIELD EARTH CARD SET The other-worldly artwork from L. Ron Hubbard's Battlefield Earth series of novels have been assembled into a staggering 90-card set of full-color masterworks! Art by the legendary Frank Frazetta, and many other fantasy masters is included. Set PI GAMES SECTION ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT Legend of the Five Rings LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS RPG: GAME MASTER'S SURVIVAL PACK by John Wick Ever wanted to run a smoother role-playing game? Organize cities and grand sweeping adventure plots? Need a few ideas for making NPC's believable and giving the people of your campaign a new attitude? The GM's Survival Pack, a 48- page booklet, is an essential tool for Game Masters of all experience levels. Although designed to work in conjunction with the L5R Role-Playing universe, its handy guides and tips can be used to make any Role-Playing experience come to life! (3015) (CAUT: 4) SC, 48pg $14.95 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: THE LESSER OF TWO EVILS by John Zinser Lord Yasuki Rama has a terrible secret! He has been accepting tribute and taxes from a shrine illegally located on the outskirts of the Shadowlands! For years he has been accepting easy money, and now the shrine and its inhabitants are in need of his help. If he calls on his brethren to help the Shrine, it will reveal his secret and ruin him. Now he must turn to the Players for help. The duty- bound Players must help the inhabitants of the shrine, but where does the evil truly lie? A 48-page adventure module. (4008) (CAUT: 4) SC, 48pg $9.95 CHAOSIUM GAMES Cthulhu MOUNTAINS OF MADNESS: AN EPIC 1930S CAMPAIGN edited by Jan Engan Stung by the deaths occuring during its initial exploration of Antarctica and perplexed by supposedly credible reports from the survivors, Miskatonic University launches a larger and better equipped expedition to plumb the mysteries of the icy continent. New, surprising, and ingenious obstacles and crises abound before the final terrible secret makes itself clear. Considerable source material on the Frozen Continent, the equipment of the time, and even expedition planning. This is a roleplaying sequel to Lovecraft's classic tale, At the Mountains of Madness. (CH2380) (CAUT: 4) SC, 288pg $29.95 ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A CALL OF CTHULHU: THE COMPLETE PEGANA For the first time ever, the complete dream cycle of Lord Dunsany is collected in one book. Dunsany's work was the most significant influence upon H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands stories. The dream cycle also influenced such authors as C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. (6016) (CAUT: 4) SC, 234pg $12.95 ******* CHEAPASS GAMES BITIN' OFF HEDZ Prehistory. Hot, Primordial, Dull. You've been dominating the Earth for longer than you can remember. Of course, with a brain the size of a walnut, you've also been standing there for longer than you can remember! So you decide to race your buddies across Skull Island. The winner is the first to hurl himself into the big volcano. The losers are everyone who got their heads bitten off along the way. Like we said, it's been hot and dull. For 2-8 players, this race game lasts about 45 minutes. Includes 16 board sections and rule book. Players need to supply pawns, counters, and two 6-sided dice. (CAG 008) (CAUT: 4) Game $4.00 SPREE, HONG KONG EDITION Springtime. Midnight. The Mall is beckoning. Welcome to LeGrand Mall, the oldest and most poorly secured shopping mall in the world. It's as leakproof as the Titanic and as solid as a wet paper bag. This place just begs to be robbed. So, park your car, grab a snack, and load up your little red wagon. You can snitch stuff from the stores if you want, but it's even more fun to steal it from your friends. That explains all the big guns. This fun board game is an updated version of Cheapass Games' 1997 release, Spree (#005, out of print). It has all new artwork by Toivo Rovainen, and a new set of optional "extra-violence" rules. (CAG 014) (CAUT: 4) Game $3.00 COMPONENT GAMES Babylon 5 BABYLON 5: REINFORCEMENT PACK #1 Reinforce your battle fleet with these all-new tokens and map pieces. Includes generic raiders, freighters and tugs for use by all empires. 19 all-new map pieces with cool features and configurations, plus 54 new tokens. Compatible with all CCG products. A must-have for all players. (CB5-121) (CAUT: 4) Reinforcement pack $19.95 ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A STARTER KITS, 2259 EDITION ALL NEW playing pieces (map pieces, cards, control sheets, and some new tokens) based on the second season of Babylon 5! These Earth, MinBari, Centauri, and Narn Starter Kits now contain different cards than the 2259 Core Set, allowing greater variety in Play Kit design and giving players more parts to choose from. Compatible with all CCG releases. (CAUT: 4) EARTH (CB5-502)-Kit $12.95 MINBARI (CB5-512)-Kit $12.95 CENTAURI (CB5-522)-Kit $12.95 NARN (CB5-532)-Kit $12.95 ******* DECIPHER Star Trek OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION PREMIERE STARTER DECK II This new Premiere rule booklet includes all rules and changes made to date and allows a beginner first-hand information needed to step into the Star Trek CCG. Contains 60 randomized white-bordered unlimited edition cards from the original 363 (2 Rare, 13 Uncommon, and 45 Common) and 8 fixed black-bordered limited edition cards (6 Missions, 1 Outpost, and 1 Event). (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $9.95 ******* STAR TREK: ENHANCED FIRST CONTACT BOOSTER PACK Each of these enhanced booster packs holds four First Contact black-bordered limited edition expansion packs and 3 new black-bordered premium cards. The majority of these 12 brand new cards are Borg-related cards, but there are some that enhance the Federation affiliation by offering a die-cut front, revealing the lead card. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and UK. Pack MSRP: $14.95 ******* STARS OF THE MONTH STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION Q CONTINUUM BOOSTER PACK The Federation's greatest enemy (or are they friends?), the Q, have demanded their own expansion set for the Star Trek: The Next Generation collectible card game! Malicious tricksters with a bizarre sense of right and wrong, these beings are sure to make the game an exciting (and even more dangerous) place to be. Maneuver around them, and you could claim victory. Take a bad gamble, and you could become star dust! 15 cards per pack. (161/STAR2828) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and UK. Pack MSRP: $3.00 STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION FIRST CONTACT BOOSTER PACK The heart of the most popular, best-received Star Trek film since the early '80s is captured in this 130 card expansion set that introduces the Borg. Packed with excitement, the set will feature Picard, Data, the Borg Queen, Zefram Cochrane, and the Enterprise-E. 9 cards per pack. (171/STAR7364) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and UK. Pack MSRP: $2.50 Star Wars STAR WARS: UNLIMITED STARTER DECK This collectible card game, based on the extremely popular movies from George Lucas, pits the Rebel Alliance against the Empire in a never-ending battle of good versus evil! This black-bordered edition is very limited. 60 cards per deck. (206/STAR1528) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and UK. Deck MSRP: $9.95 STAR WARS: CCG BOOSTER PACK White-bordered, unlimited cards for those who don't just want to collect, but who want to play until their cards look like wet cardboard! Save your black- borders for collecting, but you've got to play with these! Guaranteed to give you the edge in the ongoing war of long ago! 15 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (207/STAR1720) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and UK. Pack MSRP: $3.00 ******* DEMONBLADE GAMES Shock Force SHOCK FORCE RULE BOOK Shock Force is DemonBlade Games' science fiction tabletop wargame. It uses plastic or pewter figurines (representing soldiers, vehicles, and the like) to depict fast and furious battles between opposing armies that blaze away in dramatic firefights and desperate close assaults. This book contains stats, rules, and everything to get started! (00001) (CAUT: 4) SC $11.95 SHOCK FORCE BOX SET The new Shock Force Boxed Set includes everything you need to start playing! Includes the Shock Force Rulebook, 10 six-sided dice (red and black speckles with red pips!), several cards (including a Quick Reference sheet and two Army List cards), and 25 metal figures-enough for two full armies! These two armies, The PowerForce and Burning Deer Tribe, include Captain Rudolf "Lucky" Powers, Captain Daniels, The PAK-80000, Team Rafferty, Team Hawkins, Chief Burning Deer, Three-Legged Dog, The Turtle Warband, The Hyena Warband, and more! (00002) (CAUT: 4) Set $49.95 EVENT HORIZON PRODUCTIONS Hong Kong HKAT: SWORDS OF THE MIDDLE KINGDOM SOURCEBOOK Explore the World of Wulin, defeat the Minions of the Evil Manchu, and restore the benevolent Jen Dynasty to power-all while satisfying your craving for Kung Fu Carnage-in this newest game in the slam-bang Cinemaction line of games. All the outrageous, magic-wielding, wire-fu action you love with a fully realized Chinese fantasy world built right in. So answer the call-Wulin needs you! (EHP1100) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. 8 #1 (Jan98) SC, 200pg $27.95 ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A HONG KONG ACTION THEATRE RPG Ever wanted to stomp on bad guys by the dozens alongside Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon? Or how about blasting away with impossible shots and unlimited ammo with Chow Yun Fat in The Killer? Then this is the game for you! Filled with more action stunts, mayhem, and cheesy special effects than any other game out there. This is Hong Kong Action Theatre the game of role-playing in your favorite Hong Kong movie! Here you can do the stunts John Woo can only dream of! (EHP1000) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 155pg, b&w $20.00 ******* FASA CORPORATION Battletech FIELD MANUAL WARDEN CLANS This fifth volume in the Field Manual series describes the noble Warden Clans, who have sworn to use their might to defend humanity against outside threats- including the Crusader Clans themselves! This BattleTech sourcebook updates Clans Ghost Bear, Steel Viper and Diamond Shark and also unveils four new Warden Clans-Snow Raven, Cloud Cobra, Goliath Scorpion and Coyote. The entire military force of each Clan is described in rich detail, along with tactics, military doctrine and traditions unique to each Clan. Full-color renderings of each Clan's uniforms and insignias are included. (1711) (CAUT: 4) SC $22.00 Shadowrun RUN HARD, DIE FAST NOVEL by Mel Odom Argent is the best shadowrunner in the biz, with one flaw: he's got a conscience. That's why he can't leave a chummer hanging. Only Andi Secio is more than just a friend; she's his former partner-and former lover. Now she's in the deepest drekpot of her life: her op turned bad, stranded by her magacorp, and targeted for flatlining by two others. When Argent decides to risk it all for the woman who once walked away from him, he knows it's a suicide mission. But that's never stopped the steel-armed street samurai before... (5737) (CAUT: 4) MMPB $5.99 ******* STAR OF THE MONTH SHADOWRUN THIRD EDITION The popular fantasy cyberpunk game gets updated, revised, and improved! This revision presents core rules in a more user-friendly style that helps new players understand the game and gives experienced players a fresh angle on their ongoing games. Also, the Shadowrun timeline is updated! (7001/STAR8163) SC $30.00 ******* Look for Games Workshop fantasy wargame items in the Books section of Previews. GAMES WORKSHOP Warhammer 40,000 LEGION OF THE DAMNED BOX SET Enemies of the imperium will beg their gods for mercy as their flesh boils away and bones crumble to dust under the super-heated onslaught of Legion of the Damned Meltagun, Plasma and Flamer models. Also, even though Legion of the Damned models never break or take Psychology tests, there seems to be some sort of command structure at work in their units for Legion of the Damned Sergeants have been spotted amongst these ghostly warriors. With the addition of these great new miniatures to their forces, the Legion of the Damned will become an even more imposing force of the Emperor's will on the battlefield! Each Legion of the Damned Special Weapon model comes with a randomly selected Legion of the Damned backpack. Each Legion of the Damned Sergeant comes with one randomly assorted Legion of the Damned Shoulder Pad and Backpack. (976447) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Set $37.50 JUGGERNAUT WITH CHAOS CHAMPION BOX SET The Juggernaut of Khorne is a bronze and iron, living machine of destruction. The Juggernaut is so ferocious and strong, that only Khorne's most favored Champions are given such a gift. (0460) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Set $19.99 ELDAR GUARDIANS WITH SHURIKEN CATAPULTS BOX SET While the Eldar are few in number, it is more than made up for by their exotic, and rather potent weapons. Even their common foot soldiers, the Eldar Guardians can fill the air with tons of deadly firepower. To reflect this fact, the new Eldar Guardians with Shuriken Catapults are being released this month. These are the same great-looking plastic models that were previously available but with all new, metal Shuriken Catapults. The boxed set comes with six models, six metal Shuriken Catapults, and a plastic lasergun sprue. (983773) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Set $12.50 TYRANID CARNIFEX BOX SET The Tyranids are a monstrous alien race that threatens to consume and absorb the entire universe! Driven by a single-minded consciousness known as the Hive mind, all the individual Tyranid creatures are bio-engineered to overrun and destroy all who would stand before them. One way or another you will join the Hive! (0378) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Set $32.99 TYRANID TERMAGANTS BOX SET Also known as the hunter-slayer to Imperial Forces, the Termagants may be smaller in stature than other Tyranid creatures, but a unit of them can destroy the hardest enemy troops! (0675) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Set $12.50 HOGSHEAD PUBLISHING BARON MUNCHAUSEN RPG Join the Baron as he journeys to the Moon and the Sun, rides cannon-balls, defeats the entire Turkish army with only a tame rabbit and a bottle of schnapps, meets gods, giants and heroes, and escapes from bandits on half a horse. The extraordinary stories of the legendary eighteenth-century nobleman come to life as players battle to outdo each other's fabulous feats and amazing accomplishments, stretching the bounds of truthfulness until they twang. Contains a full set of rules, background information, and everything else to get you started. (HP400) (CAUT: 4) Game $5.95 WARHAMMER FANTASY ROLEPLAY RULEBOOK This fascinating roleplaying system is set in the Old World, which bears some resemblance to late medieval/renaissance Europe. The world is threatened by the forces of Chaos. The major power in the Old World is the Empire, in which most of the adventures are located. The Empire itself is a country full of intrigue, conspiracies, and dark plots. (HP200) (CAUT: 4) SC $29.95 INNER CITY GAMES DESIGN CHALLENGE OF ARMS SOURCEBOOK The epic first module in the Wolfmoon Adventure Module Series! Designed for parties of two or more characters of skill levels 1-5, this intriguing sourcebook includes three pull-out parchment maps and numerous pull-out illustrations for use by the character players. A generic module for use with practically any Fantasy RPG system. Developed with the assistance of Gary Gygax, creator of AD&D! (7201) (CAUT: 4) SC, 106pg $14.95 FUZZY HEROES CORE BOOK Fuzzy Heroes is the original game of tactical combat for stuffed animals and toys. A deathless and gore-free system, Fuzzy Heroes is easy to learn but comes complete with optional rules that can be added so that the game grows with the gamer. Artillery, Siege, and Morale rules, to name but a few, ensure that this game has enough punch to attract even the most veteran miniatures gamer. (7101) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $10.95 IRON CROWN ENTERPRISES Middle-Earth MIDDLE-EARTH CCG: BALROG PRECONSTRUCTED DECKS I.C.E.'s next expansion of its award-winning Middle-earth Collectible Card Game allows you to play the terrible Balrog of Moria and lead a host of Orcs and Trolls! This huge deck of 132 cards contains over half of the new expansion cards, multiples of basic Balrog cards, and enough cards from earlier expansions to play a well-tuned Balrog deck right out of each box. There is also a booklet that provides the deck list-along with tips for its play-brief Balrog player rules, and the easy to learn Challenge Deck rules. 132 cards per deck. (3080) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before it ships to comic book specialty shops. Deck MSRP: $18.95 KOPLOW GAMES 16 MM BRASS DICE You can never have enough nice dice. Imagine the sound of throwing this pair of beautiful brass dice on a wooden table...you'll be the envy of dice-throwing gamers everywhere! Packaged as a pair of dice in a bag. (01863) (CAUT: 4) Dice $10.00 HEX-O-DICE BOWL 300 assorted Marble, Pearl, and Glitter polyhedral dice in a hex-shaped plastic bowl for easy display. Colors and sizes are randomly mixed. 300 dice per bowl. (02299) (CAUT: 4) Die MSRP: $0.70 JUMBO PEARLIZED 6-SIDED DICE Two 36mm-sized dice each of 6 different colors (charcoal, emerald, ivory, navy, purple, and red) in a platic display box. (08417) (CAUT: 4) Dice MSRP: $3.50 LAST UNICORN GAMES ******* OFFERED AGAIN STAR TREK THE NEXT GENERATION: CORE RPG GAME BOOK This core rulebook sets the tone for other forthcoming RPGs that will focus on the planets, races, and technology of the Star Trek: The Next Generation universe. As a member of Starfleet, you are invited to become the actors in your own ST:NG episodes and stories! Venture into the final frontier as a Starfleet officer, explorer, or diplomat.. (247/STAR8138) SC, 304pg $35.00 ******* PAGAN PUBLISHING Cthulhu CALL OF CTHULHU ANTHOLOGY: MORTAL COILS An anthology of eight unconnected scenarios set in the 1920s, Mortal Coils traces missing archaeologists in South America, investigates the death of a union agitator at a coal mine in rural Kentucky, encounters a long-lost Scythian tribe on their way to bury a king, and much more! (1007) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before it ships to comic book specialty shops. MATURE READERS SC, 224pg $20.95 PINNACLE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP Deadlands RIVER OF BLOOD BOX SET by John Goff The latest boxed set for Deadlands: The Weird West rolls down the mighty Mississippi. Includes rules for riverboat gamblers, voodoo, and all sorts of other stuff, all the way down to the delta itself. Cover by Allan Pollack. (1020) (CAUT: 4) Set $30.00 DOOMSAYERS SOURCEBOOK by Barry Doyle This 128-page sourcebook for Deadlands: Hell on Earth concentrates on the radiation priests of Hell on Earth. Learn more about the mysterious Cult o'Doom and their enigmatic disciples. Cover by Tom Fowler. (6003) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $20.00 RAID ON ROSWELL BOX SET by Barry Doyle The first boxed set for Deadlands: The Great Rail Wars is crammed full of scenarios and all sorts of cards and counters to help you recreate the legendary Union raid on the secret Confederate base in Roswell, New Mexico. Cover by Tom Fowler. (5006) (CAUT: 4) Set $24.95 THUNDER CASTLE GAMES Highlander OFFERED AGAIN O/A HIGHLANDER CCG: MOVIE ED. EXPANSION: THE GATHERING A 100-card expansion that lets you join Kane and other Immortals from the Highlander movie trilogy as they assemble to contend for The Prize. The Gathering is interplayable with the other Highlander expansion sets, so it's never too late to join The Game. Pit eternal foes or great allies against each other as you challenge your own personal deck against your friends. Starter Decks contain a mixture of both cards from the Original Movie Edition. (CAUT: 4) STARTER DECK (TCG2042) MSRP: $9.95 O/A HIGHLANDER CCG: WATCHER'S CHRONICLE BOOSTER PACK This expansion set offers 200 exciting images from the very popular Highlander television series. This set also includes 100 reprinted cards from the limited edition Highlander: The Card Game and chase cards. Features photo stills from the first three seasons of the television series and showcases Thunder Castle's high-quality screening process. 15 cards per pack. (TCG2037) (CAUT: 4) Pack $2.95 ******* TSR SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JANUARY 1999 AD&D WRATH OF THE MINOTAUR STARTER ADVENTURE by Jeff Grubb Everything you need to play-including fast-play rules and a full adventure-and all the tips & tricks for running a dungeon adventure! The perfect product for introducing new players to the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons game, roleplaying, and the fine art of Dungeon Mastering. Includes the celebrated D&D Fast-Play Game, an extended step-by-step tutorial for new DMs by one of the top designers in the industry, and an exciting adventure that takes starting heroes into a terrible dungeon to face the wrath of its guardian-a dreadful minotaur! Use this as a stand-alone introduction or combine with Eye of the Wyvern for a more epic story. (11331) (CAUT: 4) SC, 48pg $4.95 SHATTERED CIRCLE ADVENTURE by Bruce Cordell The ancient circle of standing stones has existed untouched for centuries-until now. A strange force has destroyed part of the circle, breaking its ancient wards. Can your heroes solve the mystery of its destruction and determine what the wards held at bay before it's too late? Find out with this exciting adventure-perfect for beginners! (11325) (CAUT: 4) SC, 32pg $8.95 Alternity STARSHIPS EXPANSION by David Eckelberry From the co-author of the Star Drive campaign comes Starships, providing both players and Game Masters a wealth of information regarding the processes and possibilities of spaceship construction. Includes a list of new equipment for campaigns ranging from the Fusion Age (PL 6) to the Energy Age (PL 8), as well as more than 16 different floor plans for ships ranging from one-man fighters to military corvettes. Starships also further explores the properties of drivespace and alternate methods of FTL travel for campaigns, such as jump gates and hyperspace. Usable for any Alternity game campaign setting. (11319) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg $18.95 ******* STAR OF THE MONTH ALTERNITY CAMPAIGN KIT Everything players and gamemasters need to keep track of their Alternity game campaigns. Includes all kinds of forms and worksheets inside a 4-panel gamemaster screen, including hero sheets, starship record sheets, and more! (2808/STAR7996) Kit $12.95 ******* SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JANUARY 1999 Dragonlance SOULFORGE NOVEL by Margaret Weis Margaret Weis, the New York Times best-selling author of the Dragonlance Chronicles and Legends trilogies, returns to Krynn to tell the story of her favorite character, the archmage Raistlin Majere, in this revealing and important tale. The Soulforge is the story of Raistlin's formative years, of the trials and tribulations that shaped his character, of the loyal friends who gathered around him, and of the soul-searing test he underwent in the Tower of High Sorcery. (21314) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $6.99 SILVER STAIR NOVEL by Jean Rabe For Goldmoon and her followers, Schallsea Island is a place of bright beginnings where they can find their school for the study of new magic. The Silver Stair, a translucent spiral that leads to visions and revelations, marks the site of a new beginning. But danger threatens them, both from a Solamnic knight and from a mysterious mage. A fascinating tale by Jean Rabe, whose Dragons of a New Age Trilogy twice landed on the USA Today best-seller list, and whose Goldmoon is among the most important of the Heroes of the Lance created for the original Dragonlance setting. (21315) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $5.99 Forgotten Realms CLERIC QUINTET HC NOVEL by R.A. Salvatore Here for the first time in a single volume are the books by the New York Times best-selling author R.A. Salvatore that chronicle the adventures of the scholar- priest Cadderly of the Edificant Library. Faced with a terrifying threat, Cadderly must enter the catacombs far below to save himself and his brothers. He and his companions battle Castle Trinity's plans for regional conquest, as they fight to preserve their world and turn back the threat of the Chaos Curse. Contains a new foreword by R.A. Salvatore, as well as new cover art. (21313) (CAUT: 4) HC, 1056pg $24.99 RISING TIDE VOLUME 1 NOVEL by Mel Odom From the murky depths of the Shining Sea rises a prehistoric menace who commands a rising tide of invasion to crash over the shores of Faerun. Iakhovas has plotted for long, bitter years to regain the powers that were torn from him by an angry goddess. Now, nothing will stand in his way, and the face of Toril will never be the same again. Oblivious to the growing danger of the undersea civilizations, the surface world is about to awaken to a new, horrifying threat... Showcases the fantasy art of acclaimed artist Don Maitz! (21312) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $5.99 DEMIHUMANS OF THE REALMS CAMPAIGN SETTING by Roger E. Moore Forgotten Realm 3 players and Dungeon Masters alike can use this volume to create demihuman characters like elves, half-elves, dwarves, gnomes, and halflings, with a distinct Realmsian flavor. The many kits included account for local cultures and customs, historical influences and modern fashions, unique class abilities and proficiencies, social class, and lots of other information pertaining to the creation of a character with a complete, realistic past. Roleplaying notes help players breathe additional life into their creations. This product completes the series of kit-based releases for the Forgotten Realms campaign setting. (11316) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg $18.95 ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A FOUR FROM CORMYR: FORGOTTEN REALMS CAMPAIGN Four adventures centered around the kingdom of Cormyr, a well-known area of the Realms. The adventures themselves are unrelated, but elements exist within each that permit the DM to tie them together into a greater story arc. For characters of levels 10 to 14. (9531) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $20.00 ******* STARS OF THE MONTH Greyhawk GREYHAWK: THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ADVENTURE Enter the fabled city of Greyhawk, a melting pot of the ancient and arcane. It seethes with adventure, and explores the lands of the Wild Coast, the unfathomable Nyr Dyv, and the deadly Bright Desert. Features infamous dungeons, ruins, and fabled sites with independent adventures which can be customized to challenge your player's heroes. (09577/STAR8125) SC, 48pg $19.95 GREYHAWK: PLAYERS GUIDE TO GREYHAWK An indespensible guide to the heroes, horrors, and legends of Greyhawk. Featuring new legends and deadly dungeons for your heroes to explore. Included are special classes, national backgrounds, and new kits unique to Greyhawk. (9578/STAR8112) SC, 48pg $13.95 ******* U.S. GAMES SYSTEMS MYSTERY RUMMY: CASE #1 JACK THE RIPPER CARD GAME For three months in 1888, the district of Whitechapel in East London was terrorized by a killer known as Jack the Ripper. Players of this exciting new strategic card game are challenged to succeed where Scotland Yard failed, and uncover the identity of Jack the Ripper. Each time you play, a different suspect is caught or the Ripper escapes. An innovative game concept which combines the elements of an exciting mystery with the strategies of rummy. Many levels of strategy make this game enjoyable for beginners and challenging for more advanced tournament players. On Games Magazine's Top 100 Games list! 62 cards per deck with instruction booklet. (MR100) (CAUT: 4) Game $8.95 ******* USAOPOLY OFFERED AGAIN Star Trek O/A STAR TREK THE NEXT GENERATION: COLLECTOR'S EDITION MONOPOLY GAME Move the custom pewter tokens around the game board at warp speed to explore strange new worlds and seek out new life and civilizations from the most memorable episodes of Star Trek: The Next Generation with this exciting new collector's version of Monopoly! Aliens and alternative lifeforms replace traditional Monopoly properties, "Captain's Log" and "Starfleet Orders" replace Chance and Community Chest cards, while Starships and Starbases replace traditional houses and hotels. Limited to 250,000 games. (66) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Update Vol. IX #34 (August 26, 1998). Game MSRP: $50.00 ******* WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING Mage: The Ascension TALES OF MAGICK I: DARK ADVENTURE CHRONICLE GUIDE by Phil Brucato and Ken Cliffe Some people think the Awakened sit around dreaming about Ascension. Wrong. Dead wrong! When reality itself is on the brink of destruction, you don't contemplate your navel. You fight-and sometimes die-for the sake of the future. Tales of Magick takes Mage from the realm of abstraction and kicks it screaming into high gear. If you ever wondered how to run an epic, exciting modern sorcery chronicle, Dark Adventure is for you! (4021) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg $14.95 ******* STAR OF THE MONTH MAGE: THE ASCENSION SECOND EDITION HC As a modern mage, you explore the meaning and potential of reality, shaping the future of mankind against terrible adversity... rogue wizards who seek to impose their will upon the world! (247/STAR7985) HC, 320pg $29.95 ******* Trinity TRINITY FIELD REPORT: PSI LAWS by Bryant Durrell The birth of psions sent shock waves throughout society. Although these enhanced humans are a boon to human space, their powers raise disturbing questions. How can we protect ourselves from people who can read thoughts, peer through walls or even tap into computers with but a thought? Some want psions outlawed, others believe psions should become the law. Who's right? Or are they all wrong? The third in the series of Trinity Field Reports, Psi Laws explores the impact psi powers have upon 22nd-century society. (9203) (CAUT: 4) SC, 24pg $4.95 Vampire WOLVES OF THE SEA SOURCEBOOK by Grabowski, Langlois, & Ranieri Wolves of the Sea is the complete sourcebook for Vikings in the Dark Medieval world. From the heyday of the Norse raiders to the years of centuries-old survivors plying a trade the world has left behind, this book covers everything you need to know to add norse marauders to your chronicle. Even if the mortal Vikings have long since gone to dust, their immortal counterparts are still out there, hungry for vengeance and thirsting for blood. Everything fans need to know to play a Viking character-or run a Viking chronicle-for Vampire: The Dark Ages is in here! (2820) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg $14.95 ******* STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPIRE: THE DARK AGES RPG With this edition players take the role of vampires of the Middle Ages, when the Kindred ruled the night as lords! Also includes the mini-chronicle "Constantinople by Night." (2800/STAR1590) MATURE READERS HC, 272pg $28.00 ******* Werewolf RAGE ACROSS THE WORLD VOL. 3 by Greenberg, Moore, Spencer-Hale, & Bridges The War of the Apocalypse rages across the globe as the Wyrm seeks to destroy Gaia. The Garou preserve the legends of an idyllic world that existed before the corruption brought about by humanity and the Wyrm. They battle those evils to the death to bring about a new Golden Age, but can Gaia still be saved? Now you can fight the War of the Apocalypse from its earliest days. Rage Across the World Volume 3 is a compilation of two classic Werewolf sourcebooks: Rage Across New York and Rage Across the Amazon. (3071) (CAUT: 4) SC, 228pg $18.00 ******* OFFERED AGAIN O/A RAGE ACROSS THE WORLD VOLUME 2 For Werewolf: The Apocalypse! Now you can fight the War of the Apocalypse from its earliest days. This book is a compilation of two classic Werewolf sourcebooks: Rage Across Russia and Dark Alliance: Vancouver. Not just a chronicle book, this volume details the world in which the Garou live, including the caerns which they make home. Features art by Richard Kane Ferguson and Tony Harris. (3070) (CAUT: 4) SC, 272pg $20.00 ******* STAR OF THE MONTH WEREWOLF: WENDIGO TRIBEBOOK Players and Storytellers alike can learn the secrets and ways of the purest of the Pure Ones. Learn the special battle techniques of these fierce warriors, or listen to their tales of winter magic. This Tribebook closes out the series in fighting form! (3078/STAR8168) SC, 72pg $10.00 ******* WIZARDS OF THE COAST STARS OF THE MONTH Arc System ARC SYSTEM C*23 STARTER DECK All new artwork by Wildstorm Productions! Mesh cold steel, comic books, trading card games, and the unique vision of Jim Lee-one of today's hottest comic artists-and you get the exhilarating, futuristic setting in C€23. By combining challenging and fun game mechanics with popular and original settings, each ARC System game is compatible with all other ARC System games. 40 cards per deck. (WOC15301/STAR7618) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $5.99 ARC SYSTEM C*23 BOOSTER PACK Show the other gamers how it's done, by grabbing up these booster packs for Jim Lee's new science-fiction action/adventure world game that bridges the gap between game players and comic book collectors! 12 cards per pack. (WOC15304/STAR7619) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.49 Dilbert DILBERT THE CORPORATE SHUFFLE GAME The humor of Dilbert creator Scott Adams and the game-designing expertise of Richard Garfield have come together for this great new game based on The Great Dalmuti. Each card features a different color Dilbert Cartoon and is sure to tickle the funny bones of frustrated office workers everywhere! (WOC5201/STAR6536) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Game $12.95 ******* SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JANUARY 1999 Five Rings Publishing Group Dune DUNE CCG: SECOND MOON RISING EPISODE 3 COMBO Enter the vividly realized far-future world of Dune! Set against a backdrop of galactic intrigue where alliances shift constantly and victory on the battlefield can lead easily to bitter defeat in the chambers of the Lanstraad Council. Lead your minor House in an epic struggle to gain status and rise in the eyes of the Imperium. 60 cards per starter deck. 8 cards per booster pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4). NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. STARTER DECK MSRP: $8.99 BOOSTER PACK MSRP: $2.99 DUNE CCG: SECOND MOON RISING EPISODE 3 BOOSTER PACK Struggle for supremacy against your mortal enemies with these booster packs that feature images from one of the most popular science fiction epics of all time! 8 cards per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4). NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.99 Legend of the Five Rings LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: HIDDEN EMPEROR EPISODE 8 COMBO Power in the Empire of Rokugan is dictated to some degree by the lands controlled by the Clans. Now with the sudden upheaval resulting from the return of Fu Leng and the end of the Hantei Dynasty, all the Clans struggle for control of not only their own borders but those of their neighbors. The word arrives from the Imperial palace that Toturi has vanished, and now peace is in doubt. Players and collectors have the thrill of seeing the adventures of various Clans in Rokugan trying to take control of an Empire in transition. 60 cards per starter deck. 8 cards per booster pack. (FRP05544) (CAUT: 3 & 4). NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. STARTER DECK MSRP: $8.99 BOOSTER PACK MSRP: $1.99 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: HIDDEN EMPEROR EPISODE 8 BOOSTER PACK Keep your warring factions pressing forward in battle as you take control of the Empire with these booster packs. 8 cards per booster. (FRP05545) (CAUT: 3 & 4). NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $1.99 ******* STARS OF THE MONTH Magic: The Gathering MAGIC: THE GATHERING MIRAGE STARTER DECK Mirage reveals the lush continent of Jamuraa, a land filled with peoples and creatures who thrive in the rich, tropical climate. The majestic civilizations boast magical traditions dating back countless centuries beneath the burning sun. Mirage is an entire trading card game in itself, and contains more than 300 unique cards. It can also be played with other Magic: The Gathering cards! 60 cards per deck. (WOC16521/STAR3072) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $8.95 MAGIC: THE GATHERING MIRAGE BOOSTER PACK Don't think this Mirage is an illusion, because it's not. These booster packs are guaranteed to give you the cards you need to create a killer Mirage deck, or to augment your existing Magic deck. 15 cards per pack. (WOC16522/STAR3073) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.95 MAGIC: THE GATHERING UNGLUED BOOSTER PACK An unorthodox game mechanics with 5 different lands and 6 token caps. A limited edition social play supplement for the Magic: The Gathering, Unglued is intended for casual play, not tournament legal. Features 94 new cards that are playable with standard Magic cards. 10 cards per pack. (WOC16020/STAR8146) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $1.99 Net Runner NETRUNNER STARTER DECK Each 2-deck Netrunner starter pack includes "Corporation" and "Runner" decks. Over 350 images project you into the electric heart of cyberpunk terrain. Who will you serve, the corporation or yourself? 60 cards per deck. (WOC16201/STAR1969) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $8.95 NETRUNNER BOOSTER PACK Each booster supports the Netrunner CCG and contains a mixture of both Corporation and Runner cards! 15 cards per pack. (WOC16202/STAR1968) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.95 NETRUNNER: PROTEUS BOOSTER PACK These cards-an expansion for Netrunner-explore this new technology in this new 154-card series, featuring cutting-edge artwork by world-renowned artist Moebius and other Magic artists. 15 cards per pack. (WOC16203/STAR6403) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.95 ******* VIDEOS SECTION PREMIERE VENDORS VIZ VIDEO RANMA 1/2 OUTTA CONTROL: HAPPY'S HEART Happosai falls in love! The object of his affections is a grade-school teacher who absolutely won't put up with any kind of perversity, but that's just the kind of thing Happosai loves most. There's only one way to win her heart, but how long can the world's most perverted martial arts master go without stealing women's underwear? Then, a surprise romance erupts between Nabiki and Kuno! Ranma 1/2 from Viz Video: Yin and Yang Was Never So Much Fun! Two complete episodes, approx. 52 mins. ENGLISH, VHS, FC $24.95 MAISON IKKOKU SUBTITLED EDITION: MY BEST RIVAL'S WEDDING New subtitled edition! Even the most slow-paced of courtships reach critical mass sooner or later, and when a chance encounter with an old friend from school-now married and with baby-starts Kyoko's internal clock ticking, things are really gonna blow! How can Kyoko decide which of her two suitors-starving student Godai, or rich bachelor Mitaka-will be the best match for her? Two complete episodes, approx. 52 mins. SUBTITLED, VHS, FC $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN NIGHTWARRIORS: DARKSTALKERS' REVENGE: THE ANIMATED SERIES (LOGO) "The best fighting game-derived anime thus farŠ top-quality animeŠfirst class all the way"-Gamefan "The finest video game-based anime produced to dateŠspectacular and vibrantly coloredŠbreathtaking"-Gamers' Republic Based on the fighting game from Capcom! Long ago, vampire prince Demitri Maximoff was exiled from the demon world and set up a reign of terror on Earth. Now, 100 years later, the Darkstalkers have gathered to fight for victoryŠfor revengeŠand for their lives! Celebrate Christmas with all four volumes of the hit series! 45 mins. each. O/A VOL.1 It is a dark age as Demitri Maximoff, vampire prince, rules the world in a grip of eternal night. While succubus queen Morrigan tries to stop Demitri's evil ambition, catwoman Felicia and zombie Lord Raptor must defend themselves against hunters sworn to stop all the Darkstalkers, both the good and the evil! ENGLISH, VHS, FC $19.95 SUBTITLED, VHS, FC $24.95 O/A VOL. 2 Think there's only one vampire hunter in town? Say 'nihao' to Mei-Ling and Hsien-Ko, ghostly sisters who travel the Demon World, defeating evil on their way. Then, vampire hunter Donovan Baine challenges the undead samurai Bishamon to exorcise his cursed soul. Can he win a battle where the blood of the Dark is the only thing that stands between him and death? ENGLISH, VHS, FC $19.95 SUBTITLED, VHS, FC $24.95 ******************* O/A RESIDENT EVIL ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK REMIX Relive the experience of Capcom's hit PlayStation game Resident Evil with this pulse-pounding CD soundtrack! Contains all the terrifying and exciting themes from the game. MUSIC CD, 34 tracks, approx. 66 mins. $16.95 O/A STREET FIGHTER ALPHA 2 UNDERGROUND MIXXES: "DA SOUNDZ OF SPASM" Rave to these exciting techno dance tracks remixed from Capcom's mega-popular video game Street Fighter Alpha 2! Includes your favorite fireball-firing characters, from Sakura to Dhalsim, Ryu to Dan. MUSIC CD, 7 tracks, approx. 41 mins. $16.95 O/A RANMA 1/2 OPENING SONGS COLLECTION Keep on singing with the fast-paced, catchy anime music of RANMA 1/2! Contains all the opening sequences to the entire RANMA 1/2 TV series. MUSIC CD, 8 tracks, approx. 28 mins. $16.95 ******************* VIDEOS SECTION ANIME ANGEL OF DARKNESS 4 VIDEO SUBTITLED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) (76/VHSAD004S) ADULT MATERIAL VHS MSRP: $29.95 BASTARD! VOLUME 3: EXODUS VIDEOS The shocking conclusion to the fantasy epic: Meta-Rikan holds the last seal preventing the resurrection of Ansla-Sax, the Demon of Apocalypse, and Abigail's unholy army of the dead is marching on the helpless city. Meanwhile, Dark Schneider is locked in a fight to the death with his ex-lover Arshes Nei! An epic story featuring great animation, strong characters, tongue-in-cheek humor, and just a touch of graphic, heart-stopping violence. Don't miss out! (8682) NOTE: Not available in Canada. (CAUT: 3 & 4) DUB (70214)-VHS SRP: $19.98 SUB (70215)-VHS SRP: $24.98 BATTLE ATHLETES GO! VOLUME 3 VIDEOS The battle for the title of Cosmo Beauty is on, but this futuristic beauty pageant isn't about cheesecake swimsuit competitions or boring talent shows! At the United Space Sports Academy, the beautiful young women compete in full contact sports events that test their strength, skill, agility, and, most importantly, their will to win. Don't miss the conclusion to the OVA series as the treachery of a fellow athlete endangers the competition, and Akari is shown the true goal of competition. (8682) NOTE: Not available in Canada. (CAUT: 3 & 4) DUB (PIVA1572D)-VHS SRP: $24.98 SUB (PIVA1572S)-VHS SRP: $29.98 BEAST CITY: VAMPIRE MADONNA VIDEOS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL DUB (A18-1734)-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 SUB (A18-1699)-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 BEST OF KITTY VOL. 1 3-PACK VIDEOS SUBTITLED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (6204/K3PS9850) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x3) MSRP: $59.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS COLLECTION ARC 1: MASON VIDEOS Collecting Bubblegum Crisis Episodes #1-3. The Knight Sabers are hired by the USSD to recover the "Black Box" which can remotely control their particle beam satellites. But Quincy, chairman of GENOM, and his devious assistant Mason have other ideas. When the Knight Sabers thwart Mason's plans, he makes it his personal project to find and eliminate them. Approximate running time: 113min. (524) DUB (1565671821)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 SUB (1565671856)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS COLLECTION ARC 2: LARGO VIDEOS Collecting Bubblegum Crisis Episodes #4-6. A mysterious black car is hunting down motorcycle gangs, but when one of the Knight Sabers eats asphalt, the hunter becomes the hunted. Then, a group of desperate women escape from an orbital facility and crash-land their stolen shuttle outside of Mega Tokyo. Is there a connection between them and a string of "vampire" murders? Finally, a mysterious figure known as Largo is out to discredit the Knight Sabers using look-alike Boomers - and he seems to know altogether too much about them! Approximate running time: 132min. (524) DUB (156567183X)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 SUB (1565671864)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS COLLECTION ARC 3: MINOR WARS VIDEOS Collecting Bubblegum Crisis Episodes #7-8. Vision, a reclusive rock star is coming out of retirement - to avenge the death of her parents and sister by killing, among other people, Quincy, chairman of GENOM! When the Knight Sabers get hired to protect one of their targets, things get very complicated. Then, a young would-be VidReporter decides to expose the Knight Sabers after they smash her favorite camera. Can they protect their secret? Approximate running time: 99min. (524) DUB (1565671848)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 SUB (1565671872)-VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS COLLECTION: THE COMPLETE 8 EPISODE DVD Available for the first time on DVD, the Bubblegum Crisis Collection gives you the complete eight-episode cyberpunk anime classic series in one package, plus two bonus extra music videos! Powered by a hard-rock soundtrack, the action is set in an all-too-probable future where humanity is pitted against machine. Join the Knight Sabers as they risk their lives, protecting the public from rampaging Boomers and trying to keep the evil corporate entity GENOM from taking over the world. With Dolby Digital sound. Approximate running time: 399min. (524/1579482392) DVD, FC MSRP: $59.95 DEMON CITY SHINJUKU DVD Now available in a bilingual DVD format! The demonic forces of the evil Levih Rah are assembling against the people of the world...and nowhere is this more apparent than in Shinjuku - the very heart of Tokyo. For years, none has dared cross the moat around the Demon City. Now Sayaka Rama and her streetwise friend Kyoya must rescue her father from Rah's monstrous minions and defeat the growing evil within three days...before Rah destroys the world! (969/USMD1732) DVD MSRP: $29.95 DIRTY PAIR FLASH: MISSION 3, ACT 2 VIDEOS The destructive climax to Dirty Pair: Flash Mission 3! When Kei inadvertently beheads a Yuri look-alike robot, it upsets a young Yuri fan so much that his rich grandfather threatens to withdraw his financial support of the 3WA! Can a real flesh and blood Yuri save the 3WA from financial ruin? Then, a galactic terrorist seeks revenge against the man who put him away - Chief Poporo. Will the Lovely Angels risk their lives to save their chief or get some paperwork done instead? Available dubbed or subtitled. Approximate running time: 60min. (76) DUB (VHSDF007D)-VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 SUB (VHSDF007S)-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 DOMAIN OF MURDER VIDEO SUBTITLED Masao Endo: wanted for the shooting of his lover and a gangster. One woman believes that Masao Endo is actually Tsuyoshi Toyama, who disappeared three years ago. Goro Nanase, a private investigator hired by Toyama's wife, must stop Toyama before he returns to correct a terrible mistake. Full Color. In Stereo. Approximate running time: 51min. (969/USM1712) VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 DRAGON KNIGHT: ANOTHER KNIGHT ON THE TOWN VIDEO SUBTITLED The classic sequel to Dragon Knight is back with a lower price! If you're looking for a Knight in Shining Armor, choose someone else! Takeru, a not-so- noble knave who's proven you don't have to be pure of heart to make it big in this business, is back. With evil wizards, elven witches, and horned demons barring his path, this outing looks to be even wilder than the first one! (76/VHSDK002) VHS, FC MSRP: $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A EL HAZARD VOLUME 4 VIDEOS New Lower Pricing! Collecting Episodes 6-7. The grand finale to the popular series. In Episode 6, the three princesses, having been defeated by Ifleata, are injured and tired, and El Hazard is in danger of being ruined. Then, in Episode 7, Jinnai abducts Princess Fatora from the Phantom tribe to use as a human shield! Available dubbed or subtitled. (8682) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada. DUB (70221)-VHS, FC (Note Price) MSRP: $19.98 SUB (70220)-VHS, FC (Note Price) MSRP: $24.98 ********************** FUSHIGI YUGI VOLUME 2 VIDEOS Trapped in an ancient mystical China, Miaka, a young Japanese school girl, must become the legendary high priestess of Suzaku in order to return home. Facing this hostile new world without money or hamburgers, Miaka must gather together the seven legendary warriors to protect her from the enemies who would stop her. Her quest will introduce her to true love, grave danger, and absolute betrayal. And even if she survives, she still has to pass her Entrance Exams! Available dubbed or subtitled. NOTE: Not available in Canada. (8682) (CAUT: 3 & 4) DUB (70254)-VHS, FC MSRP: $24.98 SUB (70255)-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.98 GATCHAMAN VIDEO GIFT SET DUBBED This three volume mini series updates and continues the story from the hit 1970s TV series Gatchaman - known in the U.S. as Battle of the Planets and G-Force - to the ultimate confrontation between the Alien Gallacters and the Human Race. The new OVA's manage to modernize the characters without compromising the design of the original series. Full Color. In Stereo. Approximate running time: 260min. (6306/UV1034) MATURE AUDIENCES Set (x3) MSRP: $44.95 GPAPPLER BAKI DVD Now available in bilingual DVD format! His name is Baki Hanma. No one knows where he came from or where he learned his unique fighting style. He can defeat an opponent with a single blow, and he's taking the Karate Championship by storm. But now he's in for the fight of his life. Anything goes and his opponent can rip his nerves out - literally. If he wins, he's the best. If he loses... he's dead! Full Color. In Stereo. Approximate running time: 45min. (969/USMD 1733) DVD MSRP: $24.95 LEGEND OF THE CRYSTALS VIDEO GIFT SET DUBBED Based on the best-selling Japanese RPG series, Final Fantasy, and directed by the acclaimed Rin Taro, Legend of the Crystals will dazzle your senses with vibrant colors and innovative character designs. The destiny of Planet R's luminous existence is in the hands of Prettz and Linaly, the youthful and energetic descendants of ancient heroes. Their duty and destiny is to stop the sacred crystals from falling into the hands of the ultimate evil. Each set contains Legend of the Crystals Volumes 1 & 2 and a free limited edition phone card. (6306/UV1035) Set (x2) MSRP: $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LUNA VARGA VOL. 1 VIDEO SUBTITLED New Lower Pricing! What comes between a girl and her dragon? If she's Princess Luna, absolutely nothing! Of course, it's not that Luna's really crazy about Varga. After all, what can you do with a 200-foot tall dinosaur with a really lethal case of bad breath? Subtitled in English. Approximate running time: 60 minutes. (76/VHSLV001) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC (Note Price) MSRP: $19.98 ****************** MARRIAGE EPISODES 1 & 2 VIDEOS Based on the popular Japanese Sony Playstation and Sega Saturn RPG video game! Includes both episodes on one tape. Couples may be unfaithful, divorce rates may soar, but marriage is still popular somewhere in the world. In Episode 1, a perky group of romance-minded classmates set up shy Shizuka on a blind date who turns out to be...well, watch and find out. Then, in Episode 2, a group of married sisters try to match their stubbornly single sister Kiyomi with her co- worker Mikimaro. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (CAUT: 3) MATURE AUDIENCES DUB (AWVD9845)-VHS, FC MSRP: $24.95 SUB (AWVS9844)-VHS, FC MSRP: $24.95 NEW ADVENTURES OF KIMBA THE WHITE LION VIDEO DUBBED Volume 2 The animals of the jungle are threatened by hunters, and Kimba strives to protect his fellow animals from this deadly threat! As Kimba struggles to find allies to defeat the human invaders, Kimba vows to his father's spirit that the animals will learn to help each other again, so that they can all protect the beautiful jungle they call home. Join in the heartwarming adventures of a young lion cub as he learns the laws of nature and struggles to fulfill his father's legacy and become a worthy King of the Jungle. NOTE: Not available in Canada. (8682/PIKB0002D) (CAUT: 3 & 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 NEW ANGEL 5 VIDEO SUBTITLED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (76/VHSNA005S) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 THE PING PONG CLUB: LOVE & COMEDY VIDEO SUBTITLED Die! Die! Die! The funniest comedy since Monty Python's Flying Circus and South Park! The boys are invited to play against a women's team, and the thought of girls in skimpy gym shorts has the boys scrambling for the gym. Reality slaps them hard though, when they find themselves paired up against a team of women somewhat more mature than they'd hoped...! Can Kyoko's "incentive" keep the guys motivated? Contains 4 complete episodes. Full Color. In Stereo. Approximate running time: 120min. (969/SSVS-6021) VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PRINCESS MINERVA VIDEO SUBTITLED When a Tournament for Female Warriors is announced, the residents of the quaint little kingdom of Wisler find themselves up to their hips in combative members of the fairer sex, all but one of whom are after the cash prize that could allow the winner to live like a princess! Subtitled in English. Approximate running time: 45min. (76/VHSPM001) VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 ******************** STAR BLAZERS SERIES 1 PARTS I-II VIDEOS DUBBED First Time Available Individually! Relive the first adventures Derek Wildstar, Mark Venture, Lt. Nova, Captain Avatar, and the rest of the crew of Argo. It's 2199, and radiation from Gamilon bombing threatens to destroy life on Earth. Space cruiser Argo races against time to find the planet Iscandat for the advanced technology that will reserve the deadly contamination. Part I contains the first Episodes 1-5 (112min.) on one tape, and Part II contains Episodes 6-9 on one tape (90min.). (482) (CAUT: 4) PART I-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 PART II-VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH STAR BLAZERS COLLECTORS SERIES I: QUEST FOR ISCANDAR VIDEO SET DUBBED The entire 148,000 light year adventure to obtain the Cosmo DNA from Iscandar and save the planet Earth from deadly radiation poisoning is available in a 13- video set. Two episodes per tape. (482/STAR4054) Set (x13) MSRP: $159.95 ****************** TAMAGOTCHI THE VIDEO DUBBED Now Museum, Now You Don't Marvel with the Tamagotchi as they travel to Earth on their historical search for posterity. Adventure and laughter abounds as these new friends encounter everyday objects, games, and machines and see them in a brand new light. Also includes an Original Music Sing Along and a segment on how to draw Tamagotchi. NOTE: Not available in Canada. (CAUT: 3 & 4) (8682/70268) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 WAKE UP ARIA VIDEO SUBTITLED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. (6204/KVVS9823) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL VHS, FC MSRP: $29.95 ANIME APPAREL OFFERED AGAIN O/A CUTEY HONEY T-SHIRT Wrap this gorgeous black tee featuring Go Nagai's magnificent multibodied heroine caught in the coils of an extremely sticky predicament around yourself, and you need never again fear the nefarious forces of Panther Zora! The catch phrase on the back really sums it up: "Everybody has a crush on Honey...but this one could prove fatal!" (76/MD004) L-XL $15.95 O/A SUPER ATRAGON T-SHIRT All of the major characters and mecha from the anime movie based on the classic Japanese sci-fi novel are featured in a glorious full-color front illustration, while the back spotlights one of the Subterranean's dreaded Gravity Rings and the ominous words "Our Only Hope Is The Secret Weapon Never Used In World War II" in vibrant bronze tones against black. (76/MD005) L-XL $15.95 **************** ANIMATION SOUTH PARK VOLUME 4 VIDEO Two episodes per tape. In "Pink Eye," a mishap at the morgue involving embalming fluid and Worcestershire sauce transforms the residents of South Park into brain-eating zombies. Also on hand are an 80s sitcom celebrity and a midget wearing a bikini. Then, there's a new kid in town from the seventh layer of Hell, and his name is "Damien." When the son of the Prince of Darkness arrives in South Park, a bizarre chain of events culminates in everybody's favorite cable access host Jesus duking it out with Beelzebub at the South Park Forum (live on Pay Per View). (8281/36556) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 SOUTH PARK VOLUME 5 VIDEO Two episodes per tape. In "Starvin' Marvin," the spirit of Thanksgiving (and the promise of a free digital watch) inspire Stan, Kyle, Kenny, and Cartman to sponsor a starving African child. But, a mix-up in shipping sends Cartman to Africa, and brings "Starvin' Marvin" to South Park. Meanwhile, a batch of genetically altered turkeys escape the South Park Genetic Engineering Ranch and threaten to take over the town...and the world. Then, in "Mecha-Streisand," the gang finds a magical triangle, but a certain superstar/singer/actress/director/nasty person needs it to fulfill a prophecy and become the most threatening thing known to mankind - the Mecha-Streisand. (8281/36557) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 SOUTH PARK VOLUME 6 VIDEO Two episodes per tape. It's Christmas time in South Park, and the school attempts to give a non-denominational pageant guaranteed not to offend (or entertain) anyone. At this joyous season, Kyle (a self-described depressed fecalphilliac) is committed to a mental institution, Cartman sings "Kyle's Mom is a Stupid B****" in D-Minor, nothing happens to Kenny, and the day is saved by "Mr. Hankey, the Christmas Poo." Then, with love in the air on Valentine's Day, Mr. Garrison goes to "Tom's Rhinoplasty" and comes out a lady killer thinking of a career change. His substitute is pretty Ms. Ellen who captures the heart of Stan, much to the disconcert of his girlfriend, Wendy Testaberger. (8281/36558) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 SOUTH PARK VOL. 4-6 THREE-PACK VIDEOS Celebrate the holidays, the South Park way! Get all six episodes from South Park Volumes 4-6, including the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Valentine's episodes in this three-pack video set. (8281/36562) MATURE AUDIENCES 3-Pack Block MSRP: $39.88 SPIKE AND MIKE'S SICK AND TWISTED FESTIVAL OF ANIMATION VOL. 5 VIDEO Fifteen great titles from Spike and Mike's collection including the cult classic "Bambi Meets Godzilla," "Sick and Twisted Special Games," Lloyd in "How to Get Pronged," "Devil Went Down to Georgia," and "Sloaches Fun House." MATURE READERS VHS MSRP: $29.95 ASIAN ACTION THEATER Les Femmes Fatales Action Series LADY HUNTER VIDEO DUBBED Charlie (Anthony Wong) is a private detective with a lust for beautiful women hired to investigate a millionaire. He instantly falls for the millionaire's policewoman daughter Cecilia (Cynthia Khan). When her father is hunted by a mysterious killer, Cecilia and Charlie team up to trap the assassin. Little do they know that the killer is after her! Filled with goofy comedy, gory violence, and thrilling martial arts action. Approximate running time: 87min. (7816/58063) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 THUNDER MISSION VIDEO DUBBED Japanese kickboxing star Michiko Nishiwaki stars in this murder mystery. When half-sisters Shannon and Annie become a killer's target for no apparent reason, they enlist the help of Annie's boyfriend Henry, and Shannon's husband, Suzuki, in finding the killer. However, the sisters soon realize that your closest companion may also be your deadliest enemy! Filled with explosive action and Nishiwaki's deadly kicks! (7816/58033) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 KICKBOXER'S TEARS VIDEO DUBBED Supreme martial arts goddesses Moon Lee and Yukari Oshima star in this action thriller. When Lee's brother was killed by his opponent Billy Chow, she took revenge and killed him in a furious match. Now Billy's boss is determined to eliminate Lee for good, with a little help from his fight-hungry Japanese mistress Oshima. High-kicking, femme fatale bloodshed action at its finest. (7816/58593) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.95 LES FEMMES FATALES 3-PACK VIDEOS DUBBED Get all three femme fatale action videos, Lady Hunter, Thunder Mission, and Kickboxer's Tears, in one convenient pack. (7816/58677) Set (x3) MSRP: $44.85 ******************* EASTERN CONDORS WIDESCREEN VIDEOS A tough, gritty, martial arts version of The Dirty Dozen starring and directed by Sammo Hung. Three years after the end of the Vietnam War, a group of Chinese convicts are recruited by the U.S. Army to return to Vietnam. Their mission - to destroy a missile ammunition dump left behind by the Marines before it falls into the Viet Cong's hands. With the vicious enemy in hot pursuit, this bunch of misfits must rely on their firepower and themselves to finish the mission and get out of the treacherous jungle alive. With wall-to-wall gunfire action, extraordinary fight sequences, and an all-star cast including acrobatics sensation Yuen Biao, martial arts legend Yuen Woo Ping, and Dr. Haing S. Ngor (The Killing Fields) Available dubbed and subtitled. Approximate running time: 94min. (7816) DUB (49923)-VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 SUB (49926)-VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 SOUL BROTHERS OF KUNG FU VIDEO Starring Carl Scott and Bruce Li. Two Chinese immigrants form a close friendship with an African-American kung fu enthusiast until one of them is lured away by the Triads. Includes an alternate ending. Approximate running time: 90min. (688/XEXA2082) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 TOP FIGHTER 2: DEADLY CHINA DOLLS DOCUMENTARY VIDEO Director Tony Russell's documentary on the history of women in martial arts highlighting the careers of Michelle Yeoh, Moon Lee, Angela Mao, Polly Shang Kwan, Lin Fong, Michiko, Cynthia Luster, and many more. Approximate running time: 90min. (688/XEXA6042) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $59.98 WU TANG CLAN VIDEO It's the original martial arts classic that started a dynasty! When the Ching Dynasty bans all kung fu teachings, a young Shaolin apparently working for the Chings, tortures other Shaolin students to persuade them to join the Ching army. Yet when one of his prisoners finally breaks down and agrees to join the Ching army-he kills him! Could this former Shaolin have a secret agenda of his own...? Starring Ti Lung and Tan Tao Liang, Wu Tang Clan (688/XEXA6076) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND NEIL GAIMAN: NOTES FROM THE UNDERGROUND VIDEO Acclaimed writer Neil Gaiman (Sandman, Stardust) gives an exclusive interview in which he talks candidly about his comics work, his BBC television series Neverwhere, and his support of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. No Gaiman fan will want to miss this insightful, thought-provoking interview. Approximate running time: 60min. (8945) VHS MSRP: $14.95 COLLECTING OUR FAVORITE TOYS VIDEO As seen on The Discovery Channel. Actor Daniel Stern narrates this fascinating collection of stories about the birth of some of America's favorite playthings. From the groundbreaking introduction of the Barbie doll to the happy manufacturing mistake that gave us the Slinky to the process of turning a Corvette into a Matchbox car, this nostalgia program will delight children of all ages! Also starring LEGO, Etch-A-Sketch, G.I. Joe, Radio Flyer Wagon, Twister, original TV commercials, catchy jingles, and more. (4144/AMP2441) VHS MSRP: $19.95 HORROR AMERICA'S MOST HAUNTED VIDEO You'll never believe the images captured on Generation III Night vision manifesting right in front of your eyes! A real-life drama like never before! (482/7-03747-10043-8) VHS MSRP: $19.95 BASKET CASE VIDEO For the first time in over a decade, the uncut cult classic is back on VHS in a new, digitally remastered, director-approved transfer. Duane Bradley, a young man who always carries a wicker basket by his side, comes to Manhattan to search for the doctors who performed an unorthodox surgery on him many years ago. Aiding him is the occupant of the basket, a very small, very twisted, very mad creature. (487) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS MSRP: $20.00 DREAMSTALKER VIDEO This tongue-in-cheek parody carries you right along laughing all the way to the bloody, gory end. Someone is slaughtering young women working for the Atlanta City Government, and two citizens, new municipal employee and heroine Lisa (Maria Cabibi), and scruffy Vietnam Vet Body (Patrick Parker). He blames the killings on a strange disease contracted by one of his platoon mates, but is this homeless drug addict to be believed? Meanwhile, corpulent County Coroner Mitchell (Tony Brown) continues to eat throughout his autopsies... (482/0-72254- 61595-6) VHS MSRP: $19.95 MASTERS OF HORROR VIDEO 3 PACK Three vintage horror films, each starring one of the greatest horror actors in Hollywood history. In The Ape Man, when mad scientist Dr. Brewster (Bela Lugosi) injects himself with a serum derived from gorilla spinal fluid, he is dismayed to discover himself growing a bushy beard and displaying a simian posture. Rare British horror film The Ghoul casts Boris Karloff as an Egyptologist obsessed with the power of ancient Egyptian gods, and searching for a sacred jewel...even on his deathbed. Finally, Lon Cheney, Jr. stars in The Indestructible Man as a criminal brought to life after being sent to the gas chamber. (89007) Set (x 3) MSRP: $19.95 SCREAM 2 VIDEOS Someone has taken their love of sequels one step too far! Scream 2 picks up a few months after the original Scream, with young Neve Campbell off to college. But it seems that someone wasn't quite finished with her... or her friends! As the bodies pile up, and the mystery deepens, you'll be ready to scream by the shocking conclusion of this hit sequel! Also starring Courtney Cox (Scream, Friends), Jerry O'Connell (Sliders), and Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy the Vampire Slayer). Directed by Wes Craven, screenplay by Kevin Williamson.Available in standard (15581) and widescreen (15583) versions. (487) STANDARD-VHS, FC MSRP: $22.95 WIDESCREEN-VHS, FC MSRP: $22.95 THE VEIL VOL. 1 VIDEO "Good evening, I'm going to tell you another strange and unusual story of the unexplainable which lies behind The Veil..." was how Boris Karloff began every episode of his horror anthology series, The Veil. This video collects three of those episodes, "Vision of Crime," "Girl on the Road," and "Food on the Table" - all co-starring Karloff himself. With vengeful ghosts, psychic visions, and poisonous spouses, The Veil will keep you up very late at night. (487) VHS, b&w MSRP: $20.00 KAIJU GARGANTUA VIDEO The original 1998 Fox TV movie starring Adam Baldwin. Marine biologist Jack Ellway (Baldwin) and his son are drawn to an obscure Polynesian island to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's marine life. But, a string of mysterious drownings turn their research project into a beachfront catastrophe when Ellway discovers that a nearby underwater trench is home to a family of giant reptiles. He's seen the 2' baby, and Mom and Dad can't be far behind. (749/0134) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GODZILLA THE MOVIE STANDARD EDITION Previously offered in Previews Update. From the creators of Independence Day comes the huge special effects extravaganza starring Matthew Broderick as an intrepid biologist studying the effects of radiation on a Polynesian reptile who has evolved into...Godzilla! (8727) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $19.98 ***************** MIGHTY GORGA VIDEO A movie worthy of Ed Wood himself starring the "Cross-Eyed" gorilla. To save his bankrupt circus, Mark Remington (Anthony Eisley) journeys to the Congo where he and April (Megan Timothy), a sexy white huntress, search for "a rare species of giant ape." Soon they find him, as well as a goofy-looking tyrannosaurus rex. Featuring recycled animation , a schlocky cast, human sacrifice, and an outrageously bad battle between gorilla and dinosaurs, this 1970 "classic" has everything you need for a night of B-movie entertainment. (487) VHS, FC MSRP: $20.00 MARVEL HEROES The Marvel heroes may be born again, but they'll live on forever in these classic works of animation. Six Marvel Universe characters are featured in these 1960s animated classics. With two episodes per tape, often including the origin episode, kids and kids at heart will see why Marvel heroes have endured the decades. CAPTAIN AMERICA ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "The Origins of Captain America" and "The Fantastic Origin of Red Skull." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 INCREDIBLE HULK ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "Power of the Banner" and "Origin of the Hulk." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 IRONMAN ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "The Death of Tony Stark" and "The Crimson Dynamo." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 MIGHTY THOR ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "Enter Hercules" and "Battle of the Gods." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 SUBMARINER ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "Atlantis Under Attack" and "To Conquer a Crown." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 SPIDER-MAN ANIMATED 60S VIDEO Featuring "The Kilowat Kaper" and "The Origin of Spider-Man." (749) (CAUT: 4) VHS, FC MSRP: $14.98 MARVEL ANIMATED 60'S TRIPLE PACK VIDEOS Why choose among the best of the best when you can have three in one bite? Choose from the "Avengers" pack featuring Captain America, the Incredible Hulk, and Ironman or the "Superheroes" pack with Might Thor, Submariner, and Spider- Man. Two episodes per tape, three tapes per pack. Plus: Each 3-pack comes with a collectible silver medallion (a $40 value!) and a reproduction '60s comic! (749) (CAUT: 4) AVENGERS (PACK 1)-Set (x3) MSRP: $59.98 SUPERHEROES (PACK 2)-Set (x3) MSRP: $59.98 STRANGE SCIENCE ONE STEP BEYOND VIDEO 5-PACK Five episodes from the classic TV anthology One Step Beyond that explored true cases of the strange and supernatural, featuring early performances of such legends as William Shatner, Warren Beatty, Charles Bronson, Elizabeth Montgomery, and more. This five-video collection showcases 40 episodes from the classic series. Eight half-hour episodes per tape. Set (x5) MSRP: $49.95 TOO GOREY BANNED FROM TELEVISION VIDEO It was real life, but these events were too graphic, too titillating, too violent to make it onto your TV...until now. With real-life hostage situations, footage from live sex shows, scenes of horrific train wrecks, and more, you'll be shocked! Available in a milder Censored form or an all-out deluxe Uncensored tape. MATURE READERS CENSORED (1773)-VHS, FC MSRP: $12.99 UNCENSORED (4173)-VHS, FC MSRP: $24.99 TUBE THE AVENGERS '67 SET IV VIDEOS Never legally available before, The Avengers-and their fans-have long been victimized by leprous bootleggers. Now those malefactors are SOL thanks to A&E Home Video, which has remastered six sterling episodes from 1967, the year Mrs. Peel and Mr. Steed were first needed on US TV! This slipcased three-pack contains six digitally remastered episodes of The Avengers on three tapes. Over 300 minutes of quality entertainment! (AAE-17155) Set (x3) MSRP: $29.95 X-FILES OFFERED AGAIN O/A X-FILES: THE MOVIE VIDEOS Previously available in Previews Update. The cult TV show that became one of the block busters of 1998, the X-Files: Fight The Future movie is now available on video! In this thrilling adventure, FBI Agents Mulder (David Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian Anderson) are joined by Skinner and The Lone Gunmen to fight a future that would be controlled by a conspiracy involving Cigarette Smoking Man, a prehistoric black ooze, and an alien device in the Antarctic. And in their quiet moments, Mulder and Scully begin to ponder the nature of their relationship...Available in a Widescreen with additional footage (135min.) and in a regular pan-and-scan edition (122min.) (749) WIDESCREEN (4109018)-VHS, FC MSRP: $24.98 REGULAR (0448)-VHS, FC MSRP: $22.98 *************** AUDIO BABYLON 5 BABYLON 5: THIRD SPACE SOUNDTRACK CD Experience J. Michael Straczynki's sci-fi masterpiece with this original music soundtrack for the second Babylon 5 TV movie-Third Space. Music written and composed by Christopher Franke. Includes a 12-page booklet featuring color photographs from the show. (7840) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.98 The Babylon 5 episodic soundtrack series continues. Christopher Franke, one of the pioneers of electronic music, and former member of Tangerine Dream, presents an audio journey that captures the soul of one of the best science fiction series of all time--Babylon 5. Each of these episodic CDs features music from a single show in its entirety. Cues play chronologically as aired, with an average running time of 30 minutes. (CAUT: 4) (7840) NOTE: These items may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book stores. BABYLON 5: CHRYSALIS SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #112 (SID-0112) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: THE COMING OF SHADOWS SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #209 (SID-0209) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: ENDGAMES SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #420 (SID-0420) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: LINES OF COMMUNICATION SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #411 (SID-0411) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: THE LONG NIGHT SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #405 (SID-0405) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: WAR WITHOUT END, PART 1 SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #316 (SID-0316) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: WAR WITHOUT END, PART 2 SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #317 (SID-0317) CD SRP: $13.98 BABYLON 5: WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MR. GARIBALDI SOUNDTRACK CD Episode #402 (SID-0402) CD SRP: $13.98 DC HEROES TOTAL JUSTICE: THE ULTIMATE WEAPON AUDIO ACTION ADVENTURE An all-new Audio Action Adventure featuring Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and other super heroes. Together they must travel around the world-to China, Egypt, England, and even the bottom of the ocean--in a race against time to stop the evil Darkseid from destroying the Earth. Eight tracks featuring different adventure locations and different musical styles--including rock, funk, hip-hop and techno! (7135/72644) (CAUT: 4) CD $11.98 SPACE GHOST OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPACE GHOST MUSICAL BAR-B-QUE: 25 HICKORY-SMOKED HARMONIES CD Space Ghost-the first superhero so cool, he recorded his own soundtrack! Take that, Batman! It's a feast of tasty treats from Cartoon Planet featuring Space Ghost, Brak, and Zorak groovin' to zippy, zingy, any tracks featuring catchy tunes and laid back one-liners. (7135/72876) (CAUT: 4) CD $15.98 ********************* STAR TREK STAR TREK: INSURRECTION ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD The crew of the Enterprise-E are back and starring in the ninth Star Trek theatrical release--Star Trek: Insurrection. Re-experience the breathtaking and riveting musical score with the original soundtrack featuring music composed and conducted by Jerry Goldsmith. (913/GNPD-8058) (CAUT: 4) CD $15.95 TUBE THE BEST OF SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK! CD Indubitably! Relive the wonderful memories of Saturday morning's Schoolhouse Rock with this "best of" collection featuring 17 memorable tracks. Includes four "Money Rock" songs never released on audio. Also features all new front and back cover and tray illustrations by famous original Schoolhouse Rock animator Tom Yohe. (7135/R2-75315) (CAUT: 4) CD $16.98 MISC. BEYOND BLUE: LIVE AT ETTA'S CD Harken back to the glory days of blues rock with this hard blues/rock album, starring the "world's foremost blues guitarist," Joe Norwood, who is the lead guitarist of the rock group The Apollos. Beyond Blue is Joe's own band, featuring the vocals of Virginia "BG" Norwood, along with vocals by Joe and the other band members. Stand out tracks include, "Make Me Sweat" and "Waiting in the Wings." 10 tracks recorded live in a small club setting, with two additional bonus studio tracks. Cover art by illustrator Linda Fritz. (4354) (CAUT: 4) CD $15.98 MAGAZINES SOUNDTRACK MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER 1998 The music industry's premiere magazine dedicated to soundtracks and those who collect them. This British import features scores of soundtrack reviews, new release lists (for multiple countries), interviews, and more. An excellent resource for soundtrack aficionados. This issue features articles on famed composers Jerry Goldsmith (Star Trek) and John Williams (Star Wars). Published quarterly. (7840) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.00 SOUNDTRACK MAGAZINE DECEMBER 1998 Tentatively scheduled for this issue: feature articles on Jerry Goldsmith and the upcoming GNP Crescendo release of the Star Trek: Insurrection movie soundtrack. Magazine $4.00 MERCHANDISE SECTION PREMIERE VENDORS COMIC IMAGES All Comic Images t-shirts are heavyweight, pre-shrunk 100% cotton garments with larger graphics and brighter colors. Available in 3 sizes-Large, Extra Large, and Extra Extra Large. CENTRAL PARK MEDIA BATTLE ARENA TOSHINDEN #4 T-SHIRT Show how much Battle Arena Toshinden means to you by strutting around garbed in this gray tee featuring Ellis and Sophia proudly standing back-to-back. They definitely support your decision, as will other fans of this fascinating series. (81206) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 DARK HORSE TERMINATOR: HUNTERS & KILLERS #2 COVER T-SHIRT He's the road warrior on a rampage! Be afraid, be very afraid as the Terminator streaks across a road of skulls, setting his sights on future victims-whoever dares to look at this killer white tee! (81202) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 GHOST: DOUBLE GUNS T-SHIRT She's back...so watch out! You can warn the world by wearing this white tee complete with beautiful photo-realistic art. Never can trust a pretty face- especially when she's holding a gun in each hand! (81203) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 PREDATOR LOGO DESIGN T-SHIRT The Predator logo electrifies you as you put on this really cool black tee. People everywhere will surely know a Predator fan when they see one! (81204) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 HILDEBRANDTS HILDEBRANDTS: KING THEODON AND WORMTONGUE T-SHIRT Originally created by Greg and Tim Hildebrandt for the 1998 J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar, this stunning white tee showcases an intense, dramatic scene between King Theodon and Wormtongue. You'll be the envy of every Tolkien fan around. (81207) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA: BATS T-SHIRT Just when you thought it was safe to venture outside...think again! It's night time, and Vampirella is out on the prowl followed by her army of loyal bats illuminated by the full moon. This spellbinding, terrifying scene is superbly captured on this navy tee by cover artist Joe Jusko. (81205) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 THE TICK THE TICK: BIG GRIN T-SHIRT Someone looks happy today! The Tick probably got a clean bill of health from the dentist, and you can share in his pride over his pearly whites by sporting this black tee complete with The Tick grayscale face and logo. Don't be surprised if people smile back at you! (81201) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 GRAPHITTI DESIGNS GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE & RED MAGNET SET With the release of the comic of the same name from Dark Horse, we are pleased to announce the availability of the Grendel: Black, White & Red Magnet Set. Each set contains four two-color (black & red) magnets that picture: Grendel, Hunter Rose, Stacy and Argent. Grendel has arrived!! Magnets (four magnet assortment) $6.95 MAGE: LOVE CHARM T-SHIRT Inspired by events that take place in Mage: The Hero Defined #11, the Mage: Love Charm T-shirt is here. Based on the traditional white Mage bolt, this shirt design features the magically protected love charm that Kevin receieves from the enchanting witch Magda. Screenprinted on a black 100% cotton shirt. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 STARMAN II T-SHIRT The power of Starman continues with this cool new shirt release. Starman II T- shirt features the Starman logo printed on the left chest with the zodiac Starman symbol screenprinted in color on the back. Catch the power of James Robinson and the rest of the Starman creators today!! L-XL $17.95 XXL $19.95 GOLDEN AGE GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT Alan Scott, the hero for all seasons, returns for the cold winter ahead on the new Golden Age Green Lantern Symbol Long-Sleeve Shirt. Features the original Green Lantern symbol screenprinted in full-color on a red 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. 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This is what makes America great!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 PUNISHER SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT Keep yourself warm this winter with this cool long-sleeve Punisher Symbol shirt. Features the white skull icon screenprinted on a black 100% cotton shirt. Now no matter how dismal the weather, nothing can stop the Punisher!! L-XL $22.95 XXL $25.95 MAGNETO T-SHIRT One of the most powerful mutants ever is featured on the new Magneto T-shirt. Inspired by the art of John Byrne and Terry Austin, the striking face of Magneto is presented in full-color on a scarlet 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. The attraction is overwhelming!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 DAREDEVIL III T-SHIRT Marvel Knights' main man makes a return engagement on the new Daredevil II T- shirt. Features the art of Quesada and Palmiotti screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. The Man Without Fear is back!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 GRRL SCOUTS T-SHIRT Be part of the coolest group around with Jim Mahfood's Grrl Scouts T-shirt. Features Jim's art screenprinted in full-color on a white 100% cotton ringer shirt. Check out Jim's work on Clerks: The Comic Book and the forthcoming Grrl Scouts mini-series...both from Oni Press!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 MADMAN BOLT LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT Prepare for the cool weather ahead with the new Madman Long-Sleeve Exclamation Bolt Shirt. Features the classic red Madman bolt screenprinted in red and black on a white 100% cotton shirt. Have a warm winter!! L-XL $22.95 XXL $25.95 € T-SHIRTS FROM GIANT MANUFACTURING € LOONEY TUNES: "GIMME SPACE" T-SHIRT LOONEY TUNES: "SMILING WILE" T-SHIRT Marvin the Martian and Wile E. Coyote make a special appearance on this month's Giant shirt designs. All designs are screenprinted in color on heavyweight 100% cotton shirts. L-XL $17.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A JAY & SILENT BOB II T-SHIRT The boy's have stooped to an all-time low on the new Jay & Silent Bob II T- shirt. Features the "good-primate art" of Duncan Fegredo screenprinted in full- color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Find out what Jay & Bob and Mr. Monkey are up to in the new comic series from Oni Press. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A LEAVE IT TO CHANCE T-SHIRT Chance and St. George have come back for a return engagement on the Leave it to Chance T-shirt. Features art by Paul Smith screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt. See what everyone is talking about and check out the critically acclaimed comic from Homage Studios!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A LOBO II: BITE ME FANBOY T-SHIRT The classic has returned. The infamous Lobo II T-shirt features the "Bite Me, Fanboy" notation on back with the Lobo logo on the front left chest of a navy blue 100% cotton shirt. They just don't get any classier than this!! L-XL $17.95 XXL $19.95 O/A NEW GREEN LANTERN II SYMBOL T-SHIRT The lineage of the Green Lantern Corp continue with the New Green Lantern II Symbol T-shirt. Features the stylish new lantern design screenprinted in green and white on a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. The Corp lives on!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A ANIMATED BATMAN: SEARCHLIGHT T-SHIRT Though a creature of the night, Batman springs into action on the new Animated Batman: Searchlight T-shirt design. Screenprinted in white on a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt this shirt shows you just how bright Batman really is!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A UNCLE SAM T-SHIRT Uncle Sam has returned! The Uncle Sam T-Shirt features new artwork by Alex Ross screenprinted on the front of this natural-color 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. With the distinctive Uncle Sam "US" logo printed in full-color on back, this shirt is the perfect companion to DC Comics Uncle Sam hardcover collection!! L-XL $17.95 XXL $19.95 O/A THE FANTASTIC FOUR (SYMBOL) T-SHIRT Be a part of the world's greatest team with this cool new Fantastic Four T- shirt. Based on the renowned foursome's costumes, the famous "4" symbol is printed in white and black on a navy blue 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. The Fantastic Four are here!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A DR. DOOM T-SHIRT The infamous lord of Latveria makes his Graphitti Designs T-shirt debut on this devious Dr. Doom T-shirt. Features the art of John Byrne screenprinted in full- color on the front of a forest green 100% cotton shirt. Become a loyal Doom subject with this great new shirt design. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A DAREDEVIL SYMBOL II SHIRT The new attitude for the Man Without Fear is captured in the Daredevil Symbol II T-shirt. Features a variation of the "Double-D" symbol screenprinted on the front of a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. It's dark, it's classy, it's the cleanest looking shirt around!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 ************************* APPAREL SECTION BABYLON 5 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BABYLON 5: IVONOVA IS GOD T-SHIRT Who is Commander Susan Ivanova? No one says it better than herself, "Who am I? I am Susan Ivanova, Commander, daughter of Andrei and Sophie Ivanova. I am the right hand of vengeance and the boot that is going to kick your sorry butt all the way back to Earth, sweetheart! I am death incarnate and the last living thing that you will ever see! God sent me!" Whew! The back features the Babylon 5 logo. Blue denim colored, 100% cotton tee. (8615/2102) XL $16.95 O/A BABYLON 5: SEASON FIVE CAST T-SHIRT J. Michael Straczynski's Babylon 5 lives on in its fifth and final season. Show your support for the Emmy award-winning sci-fi program with this black 100% cotton tee featuring the season five cast - Michael Gerabaldi, Delenn, President John Sheridan, Captain Elizabeth Lochley, Security Chief Zach Allen, and Lennier. The back features the "B-5" sword logo. (8343/2120) XL $16.95 **************************** BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ANGEL SHADOW T-SHIRT With the image of her beloved Angel in the background, the lovely Buffy Summers appears as radiant as ever on the front of this two-sided black T-shirt. The back features the Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo. 100% cotton. (6028/080-011A) L-XL $16.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BUFFY PORTRAIT T-SHIRT Vampires beware! She may look all sweet and innocent, but she wouldn't hesitate for a minute to drive a stake though your blackened heart! This to-die-for two- sided black tee features the stunning photorealistic image of Buffy Summers-the teen vampire slayer of the '90s. The word "Slayer" is printed on the back. 100% cotton. (6028/080-013A) L-XL $16.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BLUE ANGEL T-SHIRT Angel, he's cute and funnyŠand 241 years oldŠand a vampire! Oh, as Cordelia would say, "but the cute and cuddly kind... like a Care Bear with fangs." And it's true, Angel is cute and cuddly... well... was. This black two-sided tee sports the photorealistic image of the handsome Angel on the front along the Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo screenprinted on the back. 100% cotton. Wear this garment with caution because you wouldn't want Buffy getting jealous! (6028/080- 010A) L-XL $16.95 JAMES BOND JAMES BOND #2 LIMITED EDITION WATCH Set your sights on this ultra cool and ultra secretive limited edition watch and become a suave and sophisticated secret agent just like James Bond. This Fossil timepiece features silver tone bezel, black leather strap, and watch lid which opens and closes over the face dial. Limited to 5,000 pieces and comes with a decorative 007 tin case. (427/LI-1637) (CAUT: 4) Watch $80.00 JERRY SPRINGER JERRY SPRINGER SHOW: SECURITY T-SHIRT You'll need to get yourself one of these tees if you expect to work alongside Steve and maintain some semblance of order on the "Jerry Springer Show." Black, 100% cotton tee featuring the "Security" logo on the back and a small "Jerry Springer Show Security" logo on the front left chest. (4114/JS1007XL) XL $17.99 JERRY SPRINGER SHOW: THEY KILLED JERRY T-SHIRT "Oh, my God, They killed Jerry!" Controversial talk show host Jerry Springer gets the South Park treatment on the front of this hilarious black 100% cotton T-shirt. (8615/JSB-1015) XL $16.95 KISS KISS PSYCHO CIRCUS T-SHIRT You wanted the best, you got the best. The hottest band in the land-KISS! Straight from their successful McFarlane Productions comic book, not to mention their new album and upcoming world tour, comes the KISS Psycho Circus. Join Gene, Paul, Ace, and Peter on a thrill ride of a lifetime with this two-sided black tee featuring awesome comic art on the front along with each band member's icon presented on the back. (8465/9KIB153) L-XL $17.95 KISS PSYCHO CIRCUS: THE FOUR WHO ARE ONE T-SHIRT The hottest band in the world is back and will be taking the world by storm with another world tour in support for their latest album, KISS: Psycho Circus. Show your support by donning this awesome two-sided navy colored tee sporting the screen printed comic book art images of the members on the front. The back features the screen printed images of the member's personal icons. 100% cotton. (8465/9KIN155) L-XL $17.95 MARVEL SUPER-HEROES SPIDER-MAN: JUMP T-SHIRT Swing around town with Spidey on your chest with this hip new T-shirt design featuring the spectacular wall-crawler on the front. Design presented on a navy blue, 100% cotton tee. (559/21-301-18) L-XL $16.95 X-MEN: BIG X T-SHIRT In the merry mutant tradition of Marvel Comics comes Professor Xavier's original X-Men! Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Iceman, Beast and the Angel are assembled and ready to save humanity once again on the front of this black 100% cotton tee which is highlighted with an eerie orange glow. (559/21-301-12) L-XL $16.95 PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING WCW/NWO NWO: MAKE A CHOICE T-SHIRT It's time to make the ultimate choice. Which side of the nWo will you align yourself with when you enter the squared circle? Will it be under the leadership of Hollywood Hogan or that of Kevin Nash? Screen printed on a black, 100% cotton tee. (4125/3541) L-XL $16.95 NWO: RUN WITH THE PAC T-SHIRT Are you man enough to run with the "big boys?" If so, then proudly don this black 100% cotton tee featuring the screen printed images of the Pac-Kevin Nash, Lex Luger, Sting, Randy "Macho Man" Savage, and Konnan. (4125/3528) L-XL $16.95 WCW: GOLDBERG LOGO CAP Pay your respects to champion Bill Goldberg with this black cotton twill cap featuring the Goldberg logo embroidered on the front, along with the WCW logo embroidered on the back. (6031/3011) Cap $15.95 WCW: GOLDBERG WHO'S NEXT T-SHIRT Former NFL and college football player Bill Goldberg has risen to the top of his profession in the WCW by brutalizing his opponents. Adopt Goldberg's no-nonsense attitude and get this black 100% cotton tee which is emblazoned with the mighty image of Goldberg on the front. (6031/1015) L-XL $16.95 WCW: GOLDBERG WHO'S NEXT LONG SLEEVE SHIRT In case it's a little chilly out, you'll be prepared with this long sleeve shirt featuring the image of WCW's master grappler Bill Goldberg. The left sleeve sports "Who's Next?" screen printed on it. Black, 100% cotton. (6031/1215) L-XL $23.95 WWF WWF: UNDERTAKER LIGHTNING T-SHIRT Be afraid. Be very afraid, because out of the dead of night comes the terror often referred to as the Lord of Darkness-the Undertaker! 100% cotton black T- shirt featuring the image of the Undertaker bathed in a flurry of lightning. The back sports the Undertaker's logo. Black, 100% cotton. Not recommended for the faint of heart. (4232/3158) L-XL $16.95 WWF: STEVE AUSTIN MONATGE T-SHIRT Become one of the toughest S.O.B's in the business with this two-sided black tee featuring the screenprinted images of Stone Cold Steve Austin on the front along with the words "...And That's The Bottom Line" appearing on the back. 100% cotton. (4232/3163) L-XL $16.95 WWF: UNDERTAKER LIGHTNING T-SHIRT Be afraid. Be very afraid, because out of the dead of night comes the terror often referred to as the Lord of Darkness-the Undertaker! 100% cotton black T- shirt featuring the image of the Undertaker bathed in a flurry of lightning. The back sports the Undertaker's logo. Black, 100% cotton. Not recommended for the feint of heart. (4232/3158) L-XL $16.95 RESIDENT EVIL 2 RESIDENT EVIL 2: COVER T-SHIRT Unless you've been living in a cave for the past few months, then you should know that Resident Evil 2 rocks! Impress your friends by wearing this cool tee for the top selling PlayStation game-Resident Evil 2. A two-sided tee featuring the RE2 cover art on the front and a gruesome zombie corpse pictured on the back. Black, 100% cotton. (6028/670-001A) L-XL $16.95 RESIDENT EVIL 2: G-3 T-SHIRT The Umbrella Corporation has unleashed a flesh eating virus upon Raccoon City. Do you have what it takes to survive in this plague infested city and avoid the hideous mutations from rendering the flesh from your bones? If not, then you'll just have to settle for this black 100% cotton tee featuring the monstrous abomination known as the 'Tyrant" on the front. (6028/670-004A) L-XL $16.95 THE SIMPSONS THE SIMPSONS: THE FAT GUY T-SHIRT The cynical views of Bart Simpson shine through on the front of this black 100% cotton tee featuring the statement, "There's only one fat guy that brings us presents and his name ain't Santa." Ho ho ho. (8615/SIB-1085) L-XL $16.95 SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK: FIVE DEAD KENNYS T-SHIRT What's better than one dead Kenny? How about five dead Kenny's! Woo woo! That's right, South Park's resident death magnet appears in five various modes of postmortem on the front of this 100% cotton navy tee along with the phrase "They Killed Kenny!" (4125/7244) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the United States. L-XL $16.95 SOUTH PARK: PISSIN' ME OFF T-SHIRT "You're Pissin' Me Off Over Here." Jeepers, what's crawled up Cartman's big rear and died? Something sure must have as evident on the back of this two-sided 100% cotton black T-shirt. The front sports a small Cartman image along with the South Park sign. (4125/7241) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the United States. L-XL $16.95 SOUTH PARK CARTMAN WATCH Let South Park's very own big boned lad, the dubious Eric Cartman, keep you apprised of the time with this spiffy quartz timepiece. Framed in a silver tone bezel and highlighted with a black leather band. (7640/SPC-3) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the United States. Watch $32.00 SPAWN SPAWN SCULPTED CLOWN POCKET WATCH Spawn's hellish nemesis, the evil Clown, is paid tribute with this handsome pocket watch. Encased in a silver tone casing, this soon-to-be classic timepiece features an electro-luminescent dial with the head image of the Clown along with bone style lumibrite hands. The sculpted skull flip-top is stylized with a logo skull and the mouth part is cut out of the flip-top which allows the E.L. dial enhancement to glow through. Also features a sculpted chain bow; an embossed Spawn back cover casing; and oversized chain. (6051/202-SP) (CAUT: 4) Pocket watch $39.99 STAR TREK STAR TREK: KIRK & SPOCK BACK TO BACK T-SHIRT Photorealistic imagery of the classic Star Trek heroes Kirk and Spock beam out through the atmosphere of fiery space encompassing the Enterprise ship on this all new black T-shirt. A true pleaser for any Trek fan! (870/ST-T83) L-XL $17.00 STAR WARS STAR WARS: SLAVE I T-SHIRT Watch out! It's the Boba Fett's notorious Slave 1 literally bursting through a blue print design background on the front of this cool shirt. Originally presented on a tie dye version, but now available on a solid powder blue heavyweight tee. 100% cotton. (7138/61916) L-XL $21.00 STAR WARS #5 LIMITED EDITION WATCH The fifth in a series of handsome limited edition Star Wars timepieces produced by Fossil. Features silver tone casing, genuine black leather band and featuring the droid duo of C-3P0 and R2-D2 on the dial face. Makes a great gift for any Star Wars aficionado. Comes in a decorative polyresin R2-D2 figurine and limited to 3,000 pieces. (427/LI-1665) (CAUT: 4) Watch $95.00 WAR HAMMER 40,000 WAR HAMMER 40,000: NO PEACE T-SHIRT There may still be hope yet for your worthless and meaningless life, but only if you choose to wear this two-sided black Warhammer 40,000 tee sporting a menacing Chaos symbol on the front. The back features the upbeat and cheerful saying, "There is no peace among the stars, only an eternity of carnage and slaughter and the laughter of the thrusting gods." 100% cotton. (6028/280-004A) XL $17.95 X-FILES THE X-FILES: SCHIZO MULDER T-SHIRT Attend those sci-fi conventions in style with this X-citing two-sided black T- shirt featuring an unique "schizo"/split image of Agent Fox Mulder on the back. The front features The X-Files logo over the left pocket area. This "schizoness" effect may just explain Duchovny's latest round of outspoken negativity towards the show. (8615/XFB-1023) L-XL $17.95 THE X-FILES: SCHIZO SCULLY T-SHIRT Special Agent Dana Scully, portrayed by the beautiful Gillian Anderson, gets the "schizo" treatment on the back of this two-sided black tee, which also features The X-Files logo over the front left pocket area. (8615/XFB-1027) L-XL $17.95 XENA XENA: THE DEBT T-SHIRT Grab the latest and greatest Xena T-shirt design capturing imagery from the ever-popular Xena: Warrior Princess episode "The Debt" which showcases Xena and Lao Ma face to face in emotion. (870/XE-T14) L-XL $17.00 TOYS SECTION NOTE: Your retailer cannot guarantee receiving specific items-such as action figures-when they must be ordered in case or "assortment" quantities. Today, many of the most desirable figures are, unfortunately, being short-packed (meaning only one or two pieces of any specific item may be packed into a case lot), which means "hot" figures may or may not even be included in your retailer's order. Please be aware of this when ordering action figures and other items designated as cases or assortments. ANIMATION Voltron NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. CLASSIC VOLTRON DELUXE ROBOT FIGURE This all-plastic version features all five Lions, which form into the giant robot Voltron. Includes Blazing Sword, Star-Cross Shield, and single weapons for each lion. Lion arms feature shooting heads/hands. Comes packaged in an illustrated window box. NOTE: This version features no functioning missile launchers. (8632/31296) (CAUT: 4) Figure $16.75 CLASSIC VOLTRON ROBOT FIGURE Standing approximately 6" tall, this fully-poseable Voltron figure features light-up eyes and weapons! Accessories include: Blazing Sword and Cross-Beam Shield (which light up when placed in Voltron's hands!), Firing Missile Launcher, and a poseable pilot figure (that fits inside opening chest cockpit). Articulated at the shoulders, hips, knees, neck, and wings-does not break down into component lions. Batteries included. Blister card packaging. (8632/31375) (CAUT: 4) Figure $9.25 GIANT VOLTRON ROBOT FIGURE Voltron is back! The original lion force Voltron robot returns with the same features as the version released years earlier! This 11" tall die-cast and plastic version features all five Lions, which form into the giant robot Voltron. Includes Blazing Sword, Star-Cross Shield, single weapons for each lion, and a host of functioning missile launchers. Comes packaged in an illustrated window box. (8632/30994) (CAUT: 4) Figure $35.95 VOLTRON DELUXE LIGHT & SOUND ROBOT FIGURE This giant Voltron figure features cds-triggered lights, sound, and motion! Standing approximately 12" tall, this poseable (non-transformable) Voltron figure features light-up eyes, and four different sounds-Lion Roar, Clashing Sword, Missile Launch & Explosion, and Voltron Voice. Articulated at the waist, neck, and wings, comes with Blazing Sword and Shield, and features firing fists and a three-way activation switch (push-button/CDS/off). Requires 2 "AA" batteries (not included). Open window box "try me" packaging. (8632/31270) (CAUT: 4) Figure $27.95 VOLTRON HUMAN ACTION FIGURES Here are the Heroes and Villains of the all-new Voltron: The Third Dimension computer generated series! These fully poseable 6" figures each come with their own deluxe battle gear, and firing missile launchers. This assortment may include the following figures: Captain Keith (w/pivoting, twin-firing jet pack & helmet), Pidge (w/speeder bike with firing lion head missile and helmet), Lance (w/sniper missile launcher, transforming jet pack & helmet), Hunk (w/firing gauntlet missile launcher & helmet), Princess Allura (w/missile launcher and plasma shield with hand generator, & helmet), and Prince Lotor (w/missile launcher & snap-on buzz-saw hand). Blister card packaging. (8632/31294) (CAUT: 4) Figure $5.99Ea. VOLTRON MIGHTY LIONS WITH PILOT FIGURE SETS Here's an assortment of five lions with deluxe features, that join together to form the giant Voltron robot! This assortment may include the following robot/pilot figure sets: Black Lion (w/firing attack ship with cockpit for pilot figure & fold-out deflector wings), Red & Green Lions (w/pull-back mechanism that propels lion forward and launches head; hatch on backs open to accept pilot figure. Includes Sword and Shield accessories.), Blue Lion and Yellow Lion Sets (both feature pull-back mechanisms that propel the lions forward and trigger missile launchers to pop up, fire, and then return to starting position. Cockpits in lion's heads open to accept pilot figures.). Blister clamshell packaging. (8632/31447) (CAUT: 4) Figure $6.50Ea. BATMAN NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. BATMAN ANIMATED MISSION MASTERS ACTION FIGURES Cooler than cool, the Animated Batman figure series continues with this all-new assortment of figures! These new "Mission Masters" animated-style figures are outfitted to take on any dangerous mission (or, in the case of the bad guys, outrageous capers)! This assortment may include the following figures: Cave Climber Batman, Glider Strike Batman, Slalom Racer Batman, Insect Armor Mr. Freeze, and other previously released styles. Blister card packaging. (309/64115) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $7.75Ea. BATMAN "HEADQUARTERS" PORTABLE PLAYSETS Portable busts convert to awesome fortresses in the shape of Batman and the most dangerous villains of Gotham City! Each playset comes with fortress, two launchers and three micro figures. This assortment may include the following playsets: Batman Headquarters (w/missile launcher & catapult), Joker Headquarters (w/launching Batmobile & firing clown pistol), Robin/Two Face, Batplane Fighter Fortress, and Batman/Scarecrow. (309/64275) (CAUT: 4) Playset SRP: $6.25Ea. BATMAN KNIGHT FORCE NINJAS MEGA FIGURES You have to see them to believe them! Each "Mega" figure comes complete with special attack functions and a full arsenal of martial arts weapons and accessories! This assortment may include the following figures: Multi-Blast Batman and Mega Batman Tomorrow. Open box "try me" packaging. (309/64285) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $17.25Ea. BABYLON 5 BABYLON 5 6" ACTION FIGURES SERIES IV Here's the fourth series of very cool, exquisitely sculpted action figures- available only through Toys R Us and Previews! Bring the excitement and intrigue of TV's Babylon 5 to life with these all-new 6" tall action figures, each detailed figure is depicted in his (or her) familiar dress uniform, and also comes with a spaceship miniature, specific to their race. Choose from: PSI Cop Bester, Ambassador Vlur/Nhur of the Pal'Ma'Ra, Ambassador She'Lah of the Gaim Intelligence, Ambassador Juphar Trkider of the Drazi Freehold, and Captain Elizabeth Lochley-available only through Previews! Previews readers should also note these Previews Exclusive figures feature different packaging and are not available through Toys R Us-also look for two special Previews Exclusive paint variants! (6275) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots- please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.99Ea. COMIC BOOK HEROES LADY DEATH PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE 12" ACTION FIGURE A Previews Exclusive! Based on the 6" sculptures by Clayburn Moore, Moore Action Collectibles presents this exclusively decorated 12" Lady Death figure! This extremely limited figure comes in a metallic blue outfit (replacing the standard black outfit) and features a real cloth cloak. This 12" Lady Death figure comes in special collector's packaging. (4151) (CAUT: 4) Figure $29.95 LARA CROFT IN WET SUIT 9" FIGURE Tomb Raider is one of the most popular video game series available for home computers and the Sony Playstation. Now you can bring home a super-cool rendition of video game hotty Lara Croft with this aggressively-styled, limited- articulation action figure! Lara stands 9" tall and features world-class detailing, complete with two removable handguns and a fully-detailed display base. Window box packaging. (222/72001) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item will ship in waves, please check with your retailer for for availability. Figure $24.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A JAPANESE GEN13 FAIRCHILD FIGURE This stunning 6" figure was originally produced for the Japanese market, but is no wbeing made available to American collectors! This version features a more revealing costume than its American counterpart. (GEN13001) (CAUT: 4) Figure $13.99 **************** MAC PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE SIGNED COLLECTOR CLUB CHAOS! FIGURE SET Moore Action Collectibles is pleased to announce another Previews Exclusive! From the award-winning Chaos! Action Figure line, comes this set of Chaos! Premium figures signed by the master sculptor himself, Clayburn Moore. This special set of three figures includes the Glow-in-the-Dark Evil Ernie, Purgatori Metallic, and Glow-in-the-Dark Lady Demon-collected for the first time as a signed set. These figures were all previously available from other sources- limited quantities are available. (4151) (CAUT: 4) Figure Set $99.00 STAR OF THE MONTH MAC WITCHBLADE REVISED ACTION FIGURES Newly Revised Mix-Now More Female Figures! You've seen what M.A.C. did for the Chaos! Comics characters, now see what they have done for Marc Silvestri's Witchblade! Witchblade, one of the most popular female characters in comics today, couldn't be any more incredible as the lead figure in this hit series, which also includes Medieval Witchblade, Nottingham, and the sinister Kenneth Irons in full battle-armor! Each figure features up to five points of articulation, and comes packaged on an illustrated blister card. (4151) (STAR 8015) Figure SRP: $9.95Ea. ************************ OFFERED AGAIN O/A MERCY CONVENTION VARIANT FIGURE Originally available only at this year's Wizard World Chicago ComiCon-now available to all via Previews! Bill Maus's stunning Cyberangel from the pages of Nira X springs to life in this hyper-detailed figure! Limited to 1,000 figures, the exclusive white costume Mercy figure stands 7" tall and comes with two special weapons, giant wings, and a total of thirteen points of articulation! Limited quantity available. (9341) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in the UK. Figure $15.95 **************** SUPERMAN ANIMATED SUPERMAN ANIMATED BIZARRO & METALLO FIGURES A Previews North American Exclusive! Last June, when we offered the assortment of Superman Animated action figures released only in Europe, everyone was pleased as punch that we pulled out Supergirl as a figure for individual sale. Then we heard this: "Yeah, Supergirl's great and all, but Bizarro and Metallo sure are cool." "Whaddya mean there's no guarantee my retailer will get more than one of 'em even if they order a case!?!" "That sucks! Previews-I've gotta have 'em!!!" Well, never let it be said that we don't listen to our readers! Here they are: Bizarro (with Car Axle and super-"tantrum" action) and Metallo (with Jet Cycle accessory that flips over to act as a BIG gun!)-now both available for individual sale! Each comes in blister card packaging and are available in North America only from Previews! (6245) (CAUT: 4) BIZARRO (64863)-Figure SRP: $13.00 METALLO (62982)-Figure SRP: $13.00 QUAKE ACTION FIGURES First came Wolfenstein. Then came Doom and Duke Nukem. Finally, after the smoke cleared and all of the spent shell casings ceased their slow-mo dance of death, there was only one first-person shooter left... QUAKE! Now... lock, load, and get ready for blazing action with this all-new series of highly-detailed action figures based on the hit video game! This assortment may include the following figures: Male Marine (w/Technician Robot buddy, Rocket Launcher & Hyper Blaster), Female Marine (w/Parasite Buddy, Grenade Launcher & Super Shotgun), Iron Maiden (w/Barracuda Shark Buddy, & a detatchable left arm with either a gun-arm or a spike-arm), and Tank. (691) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $8.00Ea. TUROK 6-INCH ACTION FIGURES Based on the hit N64 video games! Bring the excitement of Turok (both the comic and the hit video games) to life with these highly-detailed, fully articulated 5 3/4" action figures! Sculpted with world class detail, these figures each come molded in an action pose along with an arsenal of weaponry. Each figure also comes with an all-new, never-before-revealed Turok 2 game code! This series may include the following: Turok (Joshua Fireseed), Adon, and Primagen. (222/71000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Diorama SRP: $8.50 DIE CAST JOHNNY LIGHTNING EVEL KNIEVEL COLLECTOR'S DIE-CAST VEHICLES During the 1970s, he was the undisputed "King of the Stuntmen"; a daredevil beyond anyone's imagination. This new series of detailed die-cast vehicles recreates the fantastic vehicles (used both on and off the daredevil circuit). This series may include the following die-cast vehicles: Motorcycle #1, Motorcycle #2, X-2 Sky Cycle, and Evel Knievel's Lagonda. Blister card packaging. (6243/241-00) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Die-cast SRP: $3.50Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS HOT COUNTRY STEEL SERIES II DIE-CAST CARS Country Music's hottest stars can now be found emblazoned on this new line of 1:64 scale die-cast cars, each with its own display stand and collector card. Featuring such stars as Lee Ann Rimes and Alan Jackson, each blister-carded car is limited to only 19,998 pieces and feature opening hoods and detailed engines. Assorted vehicle styles of different makes and eras. (476/05055) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Cast SRP: $5.00Ea. ELITE BRIGADE/GI JOE ELITE BRIGADE 24TH FOOT AT RORKE'S DRIFT, 1879 ACTION FIGURE This figure recreates one of the embattled soldiers of the 24th Foot, who fought off the entire Zulu Nation at Rorke's Drift in 1879. This Elite Brigade figure comes dressed in scarlet tunic with sleeve embroidery, helmet with helmet plate, trousers with red striping, leather leggings, boots, belt with pouches, belt buckle, bayonet and scabbard, shoulder belt, and Martini Henry rifle. (7093/GIEDF-36) (CAUT: 4) Figure $69.00 ELITE BRIGADE ZULU WARRIOR AT RORKE'S DRIFT, 1879 ACTION FIGURE This authentically outfitted Elite Brigade figure features all of the weaponry and decorations of the fabled Zulu warriors. Figure includes "cow tail" festoons, stabbing assegai (spear), large isihlangu (leather shield), kilt, and feathered headband. (7093/GIEDF-67) (CAUT: 4) Figure $59.00 ELITE BRIGADE VIET CONG GUERILLA ACTION FIGURE The Viet Cong were guerilla soldiers of the Vietnamese communist movement. Seemingly outnumbered and outgunned, they held American forces at bay for the duration of the Vietnam war. This Elite Brigade figure captures the look of these tenacious guerilla fighters, and includes black "pajama" shirt and trousers, "coolie" hat, scarf, Russian AK-47, ammo chest pouch, and sandals. (7093/GIEDF-64) (CAUT: 4) Figure $49.00 GI JOE ARMED FORCES U.S. COAST GUARD FIGURE Protecting America's shores and joining the Modern Forces series is this U.S. Coast Guard Recruit! The Coast Guard Recruit comes with an incredible number of accessories, including shotgun, pistol, clipboard and sunglasses to name a few! (309/814919) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $23.50 FANTASY SPEED RACER ACTION FIGURES As Pops Racer would say (read very quickly, in one breath): "Speed! You're the best racecar driver in the world! Now go-go-go! Win-win-win!" Now, catch you're breath and get ready for excitement with these ultra-cool articulated action figures based on the anime import classic, Speed Racer! All come authentically detailed and decorated just as they appeared all those years ago (and daily on the Cartoon Network)! This assortment may include the following: Speed, Trixie, Pops, and Captain Terror. Blister card packaging. (6392) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.00Ea. TRANSFORMERS ANIMORPHS MEGA FIGURES These aliens change from centaur-like creatures into extraordinarily strong beasts, ready for battle! This assortment may include the following: Heroic Ax (with snapping claws and a stinger launcher when in scorpion mode), Evil Visser 3 (changes from Andalite form into a horrific beast ready to defeat all forces of good he encounters), and Tobias/Hawk. Window box packaging. (6392/64315) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $17.25Ea. HORROR ON THE EDGE RESURRECTION OF THE MONSTRESS JAPANESE ACTION FIGURES Created and sculpted by Japan's Yasushi Nirasawa, these sexy import action figures bring a fresh new appeal to the classic movie monsters! Each figure comes carded with a detailed base and a host of accessories. Choose from: Franken Steela-a man-made maiden featuring a wild hairdo, a greenish tan, and a lab table display base (filled with various lab implements and experiments gone awry!), and Howling Wolfinica-a hard rockin' lady werewolf, complete with guitar, wall of speakers display base (and various weapons, armor, and critters). Created with the mature collector in mind, these are sexy action figures with an edge! (9370) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES FRANKEN STEELA-Figure (YSRM001) MSRP: $21.98 HOWLING WOLFINICA-Figure (YSRM004) MSRP: $21.98 PUPPET MASTER JAPANESE EXCLUSIVE FIGURES OFFERED AGAIN Produced for the Japanese market, Previews is proud to offer this figure through special arrangement with the Japanese vendor. Quantities are limited; allocations may occur. NOTE: The following items have been previously listed on a Previews Update. O/A PUPPET MASTER JESTER JAPANESE EXCLUSIVE FIGURE The leader of the Puppets! This Japanese exclusive features a blue jester cap, red tunic with gold and blue checked metallic sleeves, and blue legs. (4239) (CAUT: 4) Figure $22.95 O/A PUPPET MASTER TORCH JAPANESE EXCLUSIVE FIGURE Armed and ready! This version features a camouflaged jacket, tan pants, and black boots. (4239) (CAUT: 4) Figure $22.95 O/A PUPPET MASTER LEECH WOMAN JAPANESE EXCLUSIVE FIGURE The deviously nasty Leech Woman comes complete with glow in the dark leeches. This version features a purple gown with red highlights. (4239) (CAUT: 4) Figure $22.95 O/A PUPPET MASTER PINHEAD JAPANESE EXCLUSIVE FIGURE See just why they call him Pinhead. This Japanese exclusive features a blue sweater, wool cap, and black boots with mud splattered on them. (4239) (CAUT: 4) Figure $22.95 O/A PUPPET MASTER TOTEM GLOW IN THE DARK COMIC CON FIGURE A glowing example of a great value! This version of the Puppet Master Totem figure is visible day or night! Previously available only to attendees of the San Diego Comic Con International, this figure is now available to Previews readers! (6395) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $14.95 *********************** MARVEL HEROES MARVEL COLLECTOR SERIES ALPHA FLIGHT ACTION FIGURES Canada's premiere superhero team are now cool new action figures from Toy Biz, the latest releases in their popular Collector's Series! This assortment may include the following: Sasquatch, Snowbird, and a two-pack featuring Northstar & Aurora. Blister card packaging. (49/49760) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $10.50Ea. MARVEL FAMOUS COVERS AVENGERS 8-INCH ACTION FIGURES The Mego-style madness continues with this all-new line of Famous Covers 8" action figures, each decked out in a real cloth outfit and fully articulated! The focus now turns to Earth's Mightiest Heroes, The Avengers! This assortment may include the following: Hulk, Iron Man, Vision, and Hawkeye. Die-cut, third panel box packaging. (49/47525) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $29.95Ea. MARVEL GOLD VISION ACTION FIGURE This limited edition figure was originally created as a mail-order only exclusive-now it's available through Previews for all Marvel/Toy Biz collectors! It's the android Avenger, The Vision, complete with cloth cape! (491) (CAUT: 4) Figure $13.95 MARVEL UNIVERSE SHAPE-SHIFTERS ACTION FIGURES They're two figures in one! Now you can transform some of your favorite Marvel Universe characters into... ? Well, we won't know until Toy Fair. But 'til then, you can rest assured that they'll be just as cool as the previously released Spider-Man Shape-Shifters series. This assortment may include the following: Spider-Man, Hulk, Sabretooth, and The Rhino. Blister card packaging. (49/48045) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $7.25Ea. SPIDER-MAN "SPIDER-POWER" ACTION FIGURES How does Spidey take on his toughest, deadliest foes? With Spider Power, of course! This new line of Spider-Man figures each come with their own "Spider- Power" action, plus accessories and weapons. This assortment may include the following: Street Warrior Spider-Man, Spider-Sense Spider-Man (w/Web Clobberin' Action), Classic Venom (w/ symbiote-blasting backpack), and Triple Threat Copter Spidey (w/Tri-Copter Disk launching backpack). Blister card packaging. (49/47525) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $7.25Ea. SPIDER-MAN "SPIDER-POWER" WEB CYCLE VEHICLE Take Spidey's battle against crime to the streets with this sleek, spider-styled motorcyle that shoots actual webbing! Just load the can of Spider Webbing into the sidecar and let the webbing fly! (49/47615) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Vehicle SRP: $14.95 SPIDER-MAN "WEB-SPLASHER" HYDRO JET VEHICLES It's more wonderful, waterful excitement as Spidey faces off against his deadliest foes on the water! These high-powered watercraft are propelled by fat, paddle-style wheels. This assortment may include the following: Spider-Man Hydro Jet and Venom Hydro Jet. Closed box packaging. (49/47750) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Vehicle SRP: $10.50Ea. SPIDER-MAN "WEB-SPLASHERS" SERIES III FIGURES You can take the Spider out of the city-and drop him in the middle of the ocean, too! Especially if he's outfitted with a Web-Splasher accessory! It's an all-new series of sea-going Spider-Man figures, each with its own inflatable vehicle. This assortment may include the following: Sea Web Spider-Man, Hydro Float Spider-Man, Wet Suit Spider-Man, and Aqua Carnage. Blister card packaging. (49/47605) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $7.25Ea. MOVIE CLASSICS JOHNNY LIGHTNING JAMES BOND DIE-CAST VEHICLES Here it is, Bond-o-philes: the most complete collection of Bond rides ever assembled into one die-cast collection! They're all here, from Dr. No to Goldeneye... the cars James Bond used to tool across Europe doing "Her Majesty's" bidding. This assortment may include the following: Sunbeam, '87 Aston Martin, Ford Mustang Convertible, Toyota 2000GT Convertible, Mercury Cougar Convertible, Ford Mustang Mach 1, Lotus Esprit, and the ultra classic, silver 1964 Aston Martin DB5! Each die-cast features real rubber tires and die- cast body and chassis. Blister card packaging. (6243/261-00) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Cast $4.25Ea. JAMES BOND STROMBERG HELICOPTER DIE-CAST WITH NAOMI FIGURE From the Roger Moore era comes this die-cast helicopter, as seen in The Spy Who Loved Me. The helicopter also comes with a nicely sculpted figure of "Naomi," one of Stromberg's beautiful helpers. Window boxed. (6432/65501) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $45.00 JAMES BOND MOONRAKER SHUTTLE DIE-CAST WITH HUGO DRAX FIGURE In his bid to cleanse the world and repopulate it with his "perfect" society, Hugo Drax stole the Moonraker space shuttle to ferry his people to his orbital Eden, there to await the dawning of his new age which, thanks to Bond, never sees the light of day! This shuttle miniature features opening payload doors, retractable landing gear, and a detailed mini-fgire of villain Hugo Drax. Window boxed. (6432/65401) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $45.00 TWO BY BURTON Batman and Pee Wee's Big Adventure director Tim Burton is one of America's most creative and imaginative film directors. Fans of his unique vision are legion. And now Previews is proud to offer these great new toys from Japan based on one of his most popular releases... and one of his most recent works. NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JAPANESE BERSERK JACK DOLL Relive the offbeat humor and touching tale of the Nightmare Before Christmas with this figure of Berserk Jack imported from Japan! Features Jack in his pinstripe suit and two different heads, one happy, one "berserk!" (N-057) (CAUT: 4) Doll $62.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JAPANESE JACK & SALLY GLOW IN THE DARK DOLLS Jack and Sally, in detailed costumes, as they appeared in Tim Burton's classic film. Jack features two different heads, Sally's stitching matches exactly the film figure. Both dolls glow in the dark, for added fun! (N-057) (CAUT: 4) Doll Set $135.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JAPANESE JACK IN PAJAMAS DOLL Sleepy-time Jack lounges in his pajamas while reading the sure-to-put-anyone-to- sleep bed time story, "The Scientific Method." Oddly enough, although dressed for bed (complete with a night cap), Jack still has his shoes on! (N-010) (CAUT: 4) Doll $70.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JAPANESE LOCK SHOCK & BARREL DOLL SET These little demons are all dressed for Halloween, each with a mask and costume. Lock is the devil, Shock is a witch, and Barrel is a skeleton. Window box packaging displays each figure and their accessory. (N-006) (CAUT: 4) Doll Set $120.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JAPANESE ZERO WITH TOMBSTONE DOLL The cute little Zero strangely resembles a ghost, but the best part is the pumpkin on his nose (or is it his nose?)! (N-051) (CAUT: 4) Doll $70.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS ROLL ALONG TOYS Two toys to choose from! Lock, Shock, and Barrel pile in a walking tub as one toy, while Zero the ghost dog is the other. Two vintage toys originally released with the film-you'll want them both! (CAUT: 4) LOCK, SHOCK, & BARREL (NBX3)-Toy $11.75 ZERO (NBX4)-Toy $11.75 MARS ATTACKS SPACE SHIP Carry out Martian search and destroy missions with these classic and movie edition flying saucer toys! Each saucer features "Try Me" sound, removable pilot figures, opening cockpits, flashing lights, and glow-in-the-dark firing missiles. This assortment may include the following: Movie Flying Saucer (with extendable landing gear) or Classic Doom Saucer (w/removable Scout Ship). These are the same toys released in conjunction with the film. (8632/30722) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Vehicle SRP: $9.95 MARS ATTACKS SUPER FLEX ACTION FIGURES Bendable, twistable, and generally flexible alien invaders from Mars! This assortment may include the following: Doom Robot (w/spring-loaded weapon and rotating cockpit), Doom Spider (w/snap-on armor), and Doom Trooper (w/poseable tentacles)! So scary, they glow in the dark! These are the same toys released in conjunction with the film. (8632/30733) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $3.95 MARS ATTACKS BRAIN BLASTER Blast the puny Earthlings into oblivion with these super cool space guns! Features rheostat-controlled space sounds and pulsating squishy brains under the dome. This assortment may include the following: Classic Mars Blaster (green) or Movie Mars Blaster (blue). Batteries included. These are the same toys released in conjunction with the film. (8632/30722) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Blaster SRP: $10.95 SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION! SHIPPING IN JANUARY 1999 UNIVERSAL MONSTERS ACTION FIGURES It's about time! The classic movie icons are back as articulated action figures- each bearing an exact likeness to the original actor under the make-up! This quality line of action figures features superb detailing, and stunning sculpts bringing Karloff and Chaney Jr. to life again! This assortment may include the following: The Frankenstein Monster (Boris Karloff), The Wolfman (Lon Chaney, Jr.), and The Mummy (Karloff again, with real cloth bandages!). (4310) (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $??.??Ea. MOVIES/TV ANTZ 5 INCH FIGURE Five different characters from the upcoming Dreamworks CGI animated film, Antz! Each figure features its own distinct personality and expression! Each 5 1/2" figure comes with accessories and its own display base, including four removable phrases. Collect them all! (222/11500) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before it ships to the comic book specialty market. Figure SRP: $8.50 CAPTAIN ACTION LONE RANGER AND TONTO FIGURES The first Captain Action character figures are here! The Lone Ranger and Tonto, the legendary crime-fighting team of the old West, returns as the first Captain Action updates, each complete with real cloth costumes, plenty of accessories, and realistic vinyl masks. Hi Yo Silver! (6243) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $29.99 Ea. MUSIC SPICE GIRLS 3 INCH FIGURES Baby, Scary, Sporty and Posh: if ya' wanna get with them, then get them! Each 3" Spice figure ships in three different poses, each in a different outfit! What's more, these independent gals stand on their own two feet... with their own figure stands! (491/62015) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $3.50Ea. SPICE GIRLS 6 INCH FIGURES The Spice Girls are back, with added features and height (and we're not talking about the platform shoes)! These 6" figures come with microphones, jewelry, their own stands, and a membership card. Featuring three points of articulation, this new series of figures features the four remaining Spices in three different poses each! (491/62025) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $8.99 Ea. NASA NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. NASA ASTRONAUT & SHUTTLE PVC BOXED SETS Based on authentic NASA designs, these are ready for real deal space fun! Land on the moon, or just your living room table, and let your imagination run wild with these space sets! This assortment may include three different boxed sets, each with two large toys and 4 mini figures/vehicles. (491/200016) (CAUT: 4) Boxed Set SRP: $15.00Ea. NASA LARGE AND SMALL SIZED SPACE PVC BOXED SETS This assortment is made up of five different sets, each featuring 1 large toy- such as the Space Shuttle-and 2 smaller miniatures. Each set includes a NASA Insignia Sticker, so you can feel like a real part of the space program! (491/20013) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $10.00Ea. NASA LARGE SIZED SPACE PVC BOXED SETS Two large models for easy play and maneuverability, recreate space scenarios or just display these window boxed sets. Three styles available. (491/20014) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $13.00Ea. NASA MINI SIZED SPACE PVC BOXED SETS Eight different miniatures for more detailed entertainment! Each includes a NASA Insignia Sticker, and comes in two different collections. (491/20015) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $15.00Ea. NASCAR NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. HISTORY OF NASCAR DIE-CAST CARS WAVE VII This 1:64 scale car series captures the history of NASCAR from 1948 to 1998, with one car for each year of NASCAR! Check out a variety of the circuit's coolest cars, each of which comes on its own display stand with a fact card about the car and the year in which it raced! Each chassis is serial-numbered. Limited to 19,998 cars. (476/050508) (CAUT: 4) Vehicle SRP: $4.25Ea. NASCAR GREATEST LEGENDS DIE-CAST CARS WAVE VIII Driver legends and their cars are brought back by Racing Champions in this special 50th Anniversary series. Each blister-carded, serially numbered (on chassis) car is 1 of a limited edition of only 19,998! (476/05051) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $2.50Ea. NASCAR 50TH ANNIVERSARY SIGNATURE SERIES DIE-CAST WAVE VIII Premier Racing Champions NASCAR 1:64 scale stock cars, each with an opening hood on a clear display stand. The Driver's replica signature is printed on the chassis of each car, while the blister card is decorated with images of the car's team and driver. (476/06100) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $2.50Ea. NASCAR 50TH ANNIVERSARY SIGNATURE SERIES 1:24 SCALE DIE-CAST WAVE VII These are 1:24 scale Racing Champions NASCAR stock cars, each with an opening hood, detailed engine, painted interiors, and die-cast chassis. Each package features individualized decorations specific to each driver and a replica signature. (476/06200) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $19.00Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1998 DIE-CAST NASCAR CARS WAVE XII These smaller, more traditional sized cars have been produced in celebration of the 50th anniversary of NASCAR and come on special 50th Anniversary-decorated blister cards. Choose from a variety of styles and assorted drivers. Each car is limited to 19,998 pieces and has a serial number printed on its chassis. Each is blister carded and comes with a display stand. (476/01153) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $2.50Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1998 1:24 SCALE NASCAR CARS WAVE XII These large size cars have been produced in celebration of the 50th anniversary of NASCAR, and come in a specially decorated 50th Anniversary window box. Choose from a variety of styles and assorted drivers. Each is individually packaged in a window box. (476/09050) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $14.95Ea. WINNER'S CIRCLE 1998 1:43 WAVE II NASCAR CARS Every new vehicle in this 1:43 scale series features updated paint schemes of racing's top drivers, like Jeff Gordon, Dale Earnhardt, Darrell Waltrip, Dale Jarrett, Bobby LaBonte, Ward Burton, and many more! (309/55580) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $7.90Ea. WINNER'S CIRCLE 1998 DIE CAST NASCAR WAVE VIII These all-new vehicles for 1998 feature updated paint schemes of the top drivers in racing! Includes promotional cars of top drivers which feature paint schemes of such Hasbro brand names as GI Joe, Nerf, Tonka, and Monopoly. Also features race stars like Jeff Gordon, Dale Earnhardt, Darrell Waltrip, Dale Jarrett, Bobby LaBonte, Ward Burton, and many more! (309/55500) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $3.99Ea. WINNERS CIRCLE 1998 DIE CAST MECH SERIES Authentic high level deco on today's top NASCAR cars. Driver figures are seated behind the wheel for that realistic driving look. Hoods open to show engine detail, and each features a display base. Look fro such top drivers as Jeff Gordon, Bobby Labonte, Dale Earnhardt and others. (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $3.99Ea. SCOOBY-DOO NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. CREEPER PVC FIGURINE One of the many villians in the animated cartoon, the Creeper stands 2 7/8" high and rests on a lime green base. And he would of gotten away with it too if it hadn't been for those meddling kids! (374/37322) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $3.00 MYSTERY MACHINE PVC FIGURINE Dig the van that carried those crime solving kids-and dog-around town, racing from one mystery to the next. The orange flowers really complete the paint job on this 3" long vehicle figurine. (374/373323) (CAUT: 4) Figurine SRP: $3.00 SCOOBY-DOO PVC FIGURINE Scooby-Doo, where are you? Now you can collect that lovable, mystery-solving, food-stealing, cowardly-yet-brave canine! Scooby stands 2 7/8" tall, on a base to keep him from raiding your fridge in the middle of the night! (374/37324) (CAUT: 4) Figurine SRP: $3.00 SHAGGY PVC FIGURINE Always one to hide behind Scooby (and race him to any available food source), Shaggy has the height advantage, as he stands 3" tall. The look of fright on his face could stem from the Creeper, or maybe he's watching Scooby-Doo eat that last Scooby Snack! (374/37325) (CAUT: 4) Figurine SRP: $3.00 SPORTS NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. NWO SMASH AND BASH 6 INCH FIGURES Get ready to rumble with these highly detailed, articulated 6" NWO wrestling figures, each with its own "Smash & Bash" fighting feature! This series may include the following figures: Hollywood Hogan, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Kevin Nash, and Scott Hall. (49/77020) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $7.50Ea. WCW SMASH AND BASH 6 INCH FIGURES If they are to stop the NWO from taking over the wrestling world, the tough-as- nails men of the WCW will need every ounce of their strength and fortitude! These articulated 6" WCW wrestling figures each come with its own "Smash & Bash" fighting feature and a high level of detail! This series may include the following figures: The Giant, Sting, Diamond Dallas Page, and Lex Luger. (49/77050) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $7.50Ea. WCW GOLDBERG CHAMPIONSHIP GOLD CARS Here's a spectacular new series of Nitro Street Rods-in two scales-each painted gold! This very limited series is to commemorate the undefeated WCW Heavyweight Champ, "Goldberg." The 1:24 scale version is available in three designs and are limited to only 4,998 pieces; the 1:64 scale versions are available in nine different styles, each limited to 9,998 pieces. (476) (CAUT: 4) 1:24 SCALE (00358)-Die-Cast SRP: $41.95Ea. 1:64 SCALE (00308)-Die-Cast SRP: $9.99Ea. WCW DIE CAST WAVE VIII Are you ready to rumble? (Your engine, that is!) Check out these cool 1:64 scale WCW Street Rods-big wrestlers on fast cars! Each die-cast car features real rubber tires and comes with a die-cut wrestler card and a display stand. Limited to 19,998 cars. (476/03300) (CAUT: 4) Vehicle SRP: $4.50Ea. SLU 1999 BASEBALL MLB ALL STARS MIX 1 Your favorite major league baseball players, gathered together in one collection. Collect one or collect them all! (309/71445) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Mix of player figures unavailable at press time. Figure SRP: $9.50Ea. SLU 1999 BASEBALL MLB ALL STARS MIX 2 This mix includes all the rest of your favorite major league baseball players, to make your collection complete! (309/71450) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Mix of player figures unavailable at press time. Figure SRP: $9.50Ea. STAR TREK STAR TREK INSURRECTION 9 INCH SERIES II FIGURES Authentic, character-specific accessories is but one of the technically correct aspects of this series of Star Trek figures. Trek fans will notice the fully articulated figures wear real fabric outfits and includes its own display base. Each package serial-numbered for collectability. This assortment may include: Riker, Worf, Ad'har Ruafo, and Anij. (222/65360) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $19.50Ea. STAR TREK INSURRECTION ENTERPRISE E VEHICLE The flagship of the Star Trek universe, this 18" highly detailed replica of the Enterprise features realistic lights and sounds from the film! Display stand and bonus Captain's Yacht mini-ship included! Each package serial-numbered for collectibility. (222/65091) (CAUT: 4) Vehicle SRP: $19.50 STAR TREK INSURRECTION TYPE II PHASER With two different settings: Stun and Disrupt, this is the weapon of choice in the Star Trek universe! With realistic lights and sounds, made possible by the included AA batteries. (222/65088) (CAUT: 4) Phaser SRP: $16.99 STAR WARS OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS ELECTRONIC AT-AT WALKER WITH FIGURE PLAYSET This fearsome Imperial Walker has poseable legs, manually reciprocating guns, and electronic lights! Features 6 different electronic phrases and sounds, 2 positionable projectile launchers a manually operated winch, and a remote- operated head that pivots. Also features a light-up, electronically triggered "holographic" transparency of Darth Vader inside the passenger bay. Includes AT- AT Driver and AT-AT Commander figures, both of whom fit in the cockpit. (309/69733) (CAUT: 4) Playset SRP: $93.50 ************************* STAR WARS CLASSIC COLLECTION 12 INCH FIGURES Here's a trio of 12" collector's figures from the original mega-hit, Star Wars: A New Hope! This assortment may include the following: Obi-Wan Kenobi (w/Lightsaber 7 Helmet), Ponda Baba (Rude Cantina Alien w/removable arm), Luke in Stortrooper Gear (w/Trash Monster Tentacle). Window box packaging. (6245/57111) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $38.00Ea. STAR WARS EXPANDED UNIVERSE WAVE III ACTION FIGURES Take your Star Wars collection to a new level with these special "Expanded Universe" figures depicting characters from sources other than the films. This assortment may include the following: Luke in Black Cloak, Clone Emperor, Leia in Black Cloak, Grand Admiral Thrawn, Spacetrooper, Mara Jade, Kyle Katarn, Dark Trooper, and more! (309/69605.95) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots-please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $7.99Ea. MODELS ANIME Gundam GUNDAM 20TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL 10-PACK MODELS Mobile Suit Gundam, with its memorable characters and plot twists, was the beginning of something that would last for 20 years and stay as popular as ever. Ten of the most important characters from that series (Kai Shiden, Matilda Ajane, Blight Noah, Frau Baw, Amuro Ray, Sayla Mass, Char Aznable, Lalah Stone, Garma Zabi, and Icelina Eschobach) have been rendered into these 1:20 scale plastic kits. Requires gluing and painting. (544/111-111) (CAUT: 4) Set (x10) $31.00 GUNDAM HEAVY ARMS CUSTOM 1:100 SCALE MODEL KIT The XXXG-01H2 suit customized by pilot Trowa Barton. Comes with Vulcan machine cannons, double Gatling gun, and Gatling cannons. Take that modelers! (9370/BA59767) (CAUT: 4) Model $30.00 DAUGHTRESS 1:144 CUSTOM LM MODEL KIT From the Japanese anime series Gundam X. The "Daughtress" is the standard issue mobile suit for the UNE Army. Comes equipped with standard rifle, 500mm cannon, and shield. Requires gluing and painting. Measures approximately 5 1/2" tall. (544/117-11) (CAUT: 4) Kit $7.25 JENICE 1:144 CUSTOM LM MODEL KIT Also from the Japanese anime series Gundam X. The "Jenice" is the mobile suit for the revolutionary Army. Comes equipped with standard rifle, "heat hawk" axe, and decals. Requires gluing and painting. Measures approximately 5 1/2" tall. (544/117-10) (CAUT: 4) Kit $7.25 GUNDAM MS RB-79K BALL MODEL KIT This General Maintenance mobile suit used in both the original Gundam series and in the 08th Mobile (Platoon Gundam). Now recreated in the LM model kit series, this kit really allows the past to meet the present. Requires painting and gluing. Measures approximately 3 1/2" tall. (544/118-3) (CAUT: 4) Kit $5.75 Neon Genesis Evangelion NEON GENESIS EVANGELION EVA-05 MP HG MODEL One of the bio-organic EVA's defending the Earth from the invading alien "Angels," this model features movable head, detachable wings, and wicked awesome sword accessory longer than the EVA mechanism! (9370/BA55850) (CAUT: 4) Model $37.50 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION SACHIEL 3RD ANGEL 1:400 SCALE MODEL One of the deadly Angels seeking to destroy Earth, this black beauty features triple clawed hands and detailed skull-white ornamentation. (9370/BA55166) (CAUT: 4) Model $18.00 COMIC BOOK HEROES COMIC BOOK CHAMPIONS PEWTER MARVEL STATUES Leaping from the pages of Marvel comics (literally), come two of their most beloved icons - the Human Torch and Iron Man. Each detailed statue shows the pewter hero in a dynamic action pose mounted on a bronze-colored metallic base featuring a replica of a comic book cover. Two figures that bring comics to life! (476) (CAUT: 4) HUMAN TORCH (12103)-Statue SRP: $24.95 IRON MAN (12144)-Statue SRP: $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FRANK MILLER'S MARV FROM SIN CITY BUST Miller's steel-gutted, tough-as-nails "Marv" stands 5 1/2" tall and reveals every wound, every wrinkle, and every scar to ever mar the ugly mug of one of the most unstoppable men in Sin City! Painted in black, white, and gray (with splotches of color), it's almost like owning an original piece of Frank Miller art. Limited to 4,000 copies. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Bust $42.00 ***************** ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JANUARY, 1999 DAREDEVIL LIMITED RESIN STATUES Inspired by the style of Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti. Old Hornhead is back with a vengeance, and now he comes in, not one, but two limited edition sculptures. Randy Bowen has given Matt Murdock (Daredevil) three dimensional reality with this hot new 1:8 scale sculpture measuring over 14" overall. Available in a "Year One" yellow 2,000 piece edition, and a red version limited to 4,000. Don't let the first sculptured rendition of DD pass you by! (8824) (CAUT: 2 & 4) YELLOW-Statue $150.00 RED-Statue $150.00 *************** STARS OF THE MONTH HULK LIMITED EDITION FIGURINE This figurine depicts the transformation of mild-mannered scientist Bruce Banner to the rampaging Incredible Hulk! This hand-painted, museum-quality piece measures over 12" wide x 10" high, and weighs almost 9 lbs! Comes with a hand- numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 1,500. (374/STAR7918) Figurine SRP: $175.00 SPIDER-MAN COLD CAST RESIN BUST From high atop the skyline of the Big Apple comes everybody's favorite web- slinger, Spider-Man, by master sculptor Greg Aronowitz. This pre-painted cold- cast porcelain bust stands 10" tall and is limited to just 3,000 pieces. Includes a signed and numbered Certificate of Authenticity. (7278/STAR7593) Bust $149.00 GREEN GOBLIN COLD CAST BUST Peter Parker's camera couldn't have captured Norman Osborn's evil streak as true-to-life as sculptor Greg Aronowitz's interpretation of the Green Goblin! This pre-painted cold-cast porcelain icon stands a menacing 9 1/2" tall and is limited to just 2,500 pieces. Includes a signed and numbered Certificate of Authenticity. (7278/STAR7590) (CAUT: 4) Bust $159.00 ***************** WITCHBLADE SNOW GLOBE Moore Creations proudly announces another fabulous musical snow globe, this time featuring Sara Pezzini, the stunningly beautiful street-wise detective who possesses the mystically powerful Witchblade. Sculpted by the talented Gabriel Marquez, the fabulous Witchblade stands regally in a musical globe of swirling green mist measuring over 10" high. Officially licensed by Top Cow, this bearer of the symbiotic harbinger of justice is limited to 3,000. (8734) (CAUT: 4) Snow Globe $139.50 FANTASY CARINA THE HUNTRESS 1:12 RESIN MODEL They say the female is deadlier than the male, and this huntress Carina is proof of that. With a deadly spear in hand, this fiery-haired 1: 12 scale resin barbarian is set to go out and hunt down her prey. She stands here on a custom cliff-side perch on a wooden base. A beast of a beauty! (4175) (CAUT: 4) Model $47.00 COCRUM 1:6 RESIN STATUE Part of Kotobukiya's "Art Figure Collection" of cold cast resin statues. Master sculptor Takayuki Takeya presents another dangerous damsel, Corum. This beautifully painted cold-cast resin figure shows Corum holding a bloody sword standing on top of a pile of unfortunate corpses. Ready for display right out of the box. (8644) (CAUT: 4) Statue $175.00 KISS DESTROYER MODEL KITS Admit it, this band cries out to be immortalized in a detailed painted model! Now here's the first two in a series of kits based on the individual band members as they appeared on the classic album cover Destroyer. When all four pieces are assembled, the four band members will be posed just like on the album cover. Available this month: rhythm guitarist Paul Stanley and drummer Peter Criss. Party on modelers! Comes in an Aurora style box. (6243) (CAUT: 4) PAUL STANLEY (5051)-Kit $16.99 PETER CRISS (5052)-Kit $16.99 MAGIC: THE GATHERING SPIRIT LINK STATUE The third of four Magic: The Gathering statues from Dark Horse is slated for January 1999 release. This elaborately-detailed statue is sure to occupy a place of honor on any collector or Magic player's shelf. Each fully-painted statue is individually numbered and in 1:8 scale to match the other statues in the collect, the Spirit Link is actually the name of a spell that allows its caster to create an empathic link with another creature. The creator of this spell is Jolrael, a wizard who has lived for centuries secluded in a series of palaces hidden in the heart of a Jamuraan jungle. Jolrael has spent most of these years with only animals for company, preferring their simple honesty and lack of corrupting ambition. This statue represents Jolrael with one of her animal friends. (750) (CAUT: 4) Model $125.00 NIGHTMARE 1:6 RESIN STATUE The first in Kotobukiya's "Art Figure Collection" of cold cast resin statues. Masterfully sculpted by Takayuki Takeya, NightMare is a fluid masterpiece. Based unofficially on Vampire Hunter D, anime fans will instantly recognize the character. Statue fans will instantly appreciate the skill and detail. (8644) (CAUT: 4) Statue $129.00 SOLOMON KANE RESIN STATUE Robert E. Howard's Solomon Kane was an extraordinary hero blazing a trail in the 1500s through primordial jungles and lost cities, pitting his strength and righteousness against vampire queens, monsters, and other horrors. Randy Bowen collaborated with renowned illustrator Gary Gianni to bring Howard's swashbuckling hero to 1:8 scale three-dimensional reality as a companion to The Savage Tales of Solomon Kane illustrated by Gianni. This cold-cast sculpture of the bleeding Kane standing over a slain monster is painted to resemble the look and feel of bronze-without the sticker shock! Limited to 550. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Statue $125.00 SPIRIT OF TITANIC SNOW GLOBE Just five days after setting sail on her maiden voyage in 1912, the Titanic, dubbed "The Unsinkable Ship" steamed full ahead into an ice field despite warnings of danger. This telling tale of man's arrogance is commemorated in this beautifully sculpted cold-cast resin figure of the listing ship encased in a 5" globe mounted in a custom "iceberg/wave" base with the "Spirit of Titanic" logo. Stands 7" and measures 3 pounds. (272/TSG001) (CAUT: 4) Globe $49.95 A PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE SPIRIT OF TITANIC PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE TITANIUM MASTERS SNOW GLOBE A Previews Exclusive! The same beautiful sculpture of the sinking Titanic in the iceberg base all painted in a gorgeous metallic titanium paint! Captures the icy majesty of the Titanic and the North Atlantic. Limited to 1,000. (272/TSG002) (CAUT: 4) Globe $99.95 ************ HORROR ALIENS RIPLEY 1:8 SCALE RESIN KIT Actress Sigourney Weaver scrutinized this model for six months before giving the green light for this 1:8 scale model of Weaver in her most famous role as Ripley from the sci-fi blockbuster Aliens. The perfect antagonists to your Alien monsters. (714/VHO66) (CAUT: 4) Kit $49.99 MUMMY 1:8 SCALE RESIN KIT Sculpted by William Paquet, this 1:8 scale kit depicts the legendary Boris Karloff as he appeared in 1932's The Mummy. Officially licensed by the Karloff estate. (714/VHO80) (CAUT: 4) Kit $49.99 MOVIES JAMES BOND 1:16 SCALE MODEL FIGURES It's Bond...James Bond as portrayed by Pierce Brosnan in his first feature film GoldenEye (in tuxedo with watch and silencer pistol). Also available dressed in a classic tuxedo carrying his trademark pistol (no silencer). Both models come packaged like action figures fully painted with detachable arms and head for limited poseability. Slightly over 4" tall. (9370) (CAUT: 4) GOLDENEYE (DR36002)-Figure SRP: $10.00 TUXEDO (DR36001)-Figure SRP: $10.00 JAMES BOND WAI LIN COMBAT DRESS 1:16 MODEL FIGURE The beautiful Chinese secret agent Wai Lin (Michelle Yeoh) from Tomorrow Never Dies was more than a match for Bond. Here she is ready for all kinds of action in her trademark black combat jumpsuit and machine guns. Comes with detachable arms and head for limited poseability. Slightly over 4" tall. (9370/DR36003) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $10.00 THE OUTLAW RESIN KIT When Civil War veteran Josey Wales (Clint Eastwood) lost his family and home to roving bandits, he could have given up. Instead, he fought back as the Outlaw Josey Wales. His fighting spirit is captured in this lavishly detailed resin model kit showing Eastwood standing in the desert brandishing his two pistols in front of his own wanted poster and a war-torn Confederate flag. Stands 15" tall when completed and comes with 12 pieces, poster, name plate, and flag. Kit $140.00 X-FILES ALIEN RESIN MAQUETTE Wonder no more - here's what those mysterious beings really look like! Designed in close conjunction with creator Chris Carter. The craftsmen of Amalgamated Dynamics, Inc., who also did the special effects for the X-Files: Fight the Future films, have created this 16" handcrafted resin masterpiece showing incredible attention to anatomical detail. (CAUT: 4) Maquette $160.00 STAR TREK SNAP FAST U.S.S. ENTERPRISE MODELS SET Not one, but three versions of the immortal U.S.S. Enterprise in this set of detailed colored SnapFast kits. Features the Enterprise-B (Star Trek: Generations), Enterprise-E (Star Trek: First Contact), and Enterprise-C (Commanded by Capt. Rachel Garrett). Created with all-new tooling. And since they're SnapFast, you can assemble them at warp speed (or at least full impulse). (598/8002DO) (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) $22.00 STAR TREK CHAMPIONS PEWTER KIRK STATUE It's Admiral Kirk as he appeared in Star Trek: The Motion Picture, standing in his beloved bridge. Molded in detailed pewter, this statue shows Kirk in his ST:TMP uniform on a custom base showing a view screen (showing a barren desert planet) and bearing an official logo. (476/12303) (CAUT: 4) Statue SRP: $24.95 STAR WARS A PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE STAR WARS LUKE SKYWALKER IN BACTA TANK STATUE A Previews Exclusive! After a brutal Wampa attack and severe frostbite in The Empire Strikes Back, Luke needs the serious healing (and body temperature raising) only a bacta rejuvenation tank can provide. This limited edition, exquisitely detailed, hand-painted cold-cast resin diorama shows Luke in the bacta tank, being monitored by the medical droid Onetoobee (1-2B) at his console. Flip a switch, and the bacta tank is cast in an eerie blue glow signifying the healing in progress. Limited to 1,500 worldwide. Comes gift boxed with a Certificate of Authenticity. (374/42988) (CAUT: 4) Statue $125.00 *************** VIDEO GAMES TEKKEN 3 1:6 SCALE RESIN STATUES Called by many the best fighter game ever made, Tekken 3 features the third generation of some of the coolest characters in the video game world. Two of the sexiest (and toughest) women in the electronic world - Nina Williams (in purple combat outfit) and Anna Williams (in strapless red evening gown) - have been designed by Hiroki Hayashi and masterfully sculpted in excruciating detail in cold cast resin. Each stands approximately 12" tall and comes completely pre- assembled and pre-painted with a solid base. Just take out of the box and proudly display. (8644) (CAUT: 4) NINA WILLIAMS-Statue $129.00 ANNA WILLIAMS-Statue $129.00 FINAL FANTASY VII 1:8 SCALE STATUES The most popular game ever on the Playstation, Final Fantasy VII combines action, fantasy, role-playing, compelling characters, and a great storyline to create a video game frenzy. Starting off thisseries is the lovely Aerith Gainsborough (with battlestaff) and bold Cloud Strife (with mega cleaver) astride his Hardy Daytona motorcycle. At a whopping 1:8 scale, the beautiful models come pre-painted and pre-assembled, ready for display right out of the box. (8644) (CAUT: 4) AERITH GAINSBOROUGH (FF7-03)-Statue $99.00 CLOUD STRIFE (FF7002)-Statue $185.00 PRINTS & POSTERS SECTION BABES GILLIAN ANDERSON SILK SHIRT POSTER The blue-eyed dynamic diva with a penchant for figuring out clues in out-of- this-world mysteries is splashed on this full-color 24" x 36" poster for your eyes only.! (4138/M229) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $6.00 SARAH MICHELLE GELLER BLACK DRESS POSTER Drop-dead gorgeous Sarah Michelle Geller is one fine baby doll you'd always want your Mom to meet. Keep dreaming about the good life with Sarah with this stunning 24" x 36" full-color poster. (4138/M233) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $6.00 FANTASTIC ART FALLEN ANGEL SIGNED AND NUMBERED PRINT The demonic glowing eyes and bloody sword of the Fallen Angel mark her as one adversary not to be taken lightly. Originally done as a cover for a Magic: The Gathering comic book, this popular painting is now available as a 12 1/2" x 15 3/4" signed and numbered full-color print. Limited to 1,000 copies. (6433/0001) (CAUT: 4) Print, 12 1/2x15 3/4, FC $25.00 MEDUSA MINI OIL PAINTING This chick fell off the ugly tree, and hit every branch on the way down. Not exactly prom queen material, she's a stone-cold killer guaranteed to freeze you with her charm. The beautifully horrific Medusa is captured on this 9" x 12" full-color painting by the master of brush strokes, Joe Jusko. (59/81217) (CAUT: 4) Painting, 9x12, FC $39.95 TARZAN MINI OIL PAINTING The king of the jungle is portrayed in all his savage masculinity on this fine 9" x 12" mini oil painting by gifted artist Joe Jusko. Him painter. You customer. Buy painting, or Cheetah bite fingers. (59/81216) (CAUT: 4) Painting, 9x12, FC $39.95 HIGHLANDER HIGHLANDER POSTER There can be only one...poster that is, which you should have on your wall as a shrine to this classic film. Let the Highlander movie live forever with the aid of this commemorative 24" x 36" full-color poster. (4138/M221) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $6.00 JERRY SPRINGER APPLICATION FOR THE JERRY SPRINGER SHOW POSTER A hilarious 24" x 36" full-color poster that acts as a step-by-step checklist to help you determine if you're the right sort of meat puppet who can headline an episode of the Jerry Springer Show. (4215/3202) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 KISS KISS LIMITED EDITION SIGNED LITHOGRAPH Makeup-powered glam performers who look like Pez Candy dispenser nightmares are nevertheless the coolest hard rockers to still keep the beat going. Famous for doing things their way-and inspiring an "army" of fans who follow every tour date-Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are the Lennon and McCartney of the hard rock generation. Now that both musicians have taken time to autograph this killer lithograph that sports the same image which graced their 1973 debut album cover, you can own collectible Kisstory memorabilia that's preserved for eternity! Limited to 550 pieces. (7889/1132) (CAUT: 4) Lithograph, 22x26, FC $170.00 NASCAR EARNHARDT POSTERS Earnhardt's spinning wheels can always be counted on to speed past the checkered flag in neck-breaking record time. These 24" x 36" full-color posters presents the image of a determined race car professional who is known for his nerves of steel, driving finesse, and legendary victories that make him a repeat king of the road. (4215) (CAUT: 4) DETERMINATION (SM8)-Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 VICTORY (SM7)-Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 WRESTLING GOLDBERG POSTER Big burly Goldberg with his insatiable desire to crush enemies against his chest poses for this poster while he does his best Lou Ferrigno growl-minus green paint. (4215/284) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 SABLE POSTER This bodacious babe plays with the big boys! Captured in three luscious poses, Sable will smoke anyone in her way. (201/3485) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 STEVE AUSTIN 3:16 POSTER Convinced that he should be voted in as the new lead singer of thrash band Pantera, Stone Cold Steve Austin shows off his feminine good looks and his compassion for wrestling match referees. (201/3486) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 UNDERTAKER POSTER Chairman and loyal activist for the Rob Zombie fan club, the Undertaker also babysits and acts as a motivational speaker on occasion. Always one to show his support for right-to-life pressure groups, the Undertaker does his best smile for what is sure to be his best glamour shot to date. (4215/W08) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 MISCELLANEOUS MERCHANDISE BABYLON 5 BABYLON 5 PEWTER FIGURES The next set of beautifully detailed 3" x 2" high pewter figures. Not available at the Zocolo. Choose from Security Chief Garibaldi, Vorlon Ambassador Kosh, or Centauri Ambassador Londo Molari. (915) (CAUT: 4) GARIBALDI (1601004)-Figure $20.00 KOSH (1601006)-Figure $20.00 LONDO (1601002)-Figure $20.00 BABYLON 5 CENTAURI EMPEROR INSIGNIA PEWTER KEYCHAIN Nothing says security like knowing you have a might of an interstellar monarch (who may be just a little touched in the head) to back you up. This is a keychain that says "Don't mess with me...or else." Starburst yellow and black logo on pewter. Measures approximately 1". (915/1603004) (CAUT: 4) Keychain $7.00 BABYLON 5 SIGMA SQUADRON PEWTER KEYCHAIN Celebrate the future legacy of the valiant Babylon 5 station Sigma fighter squadron whose motto is "Bats Out of Hell." Comes in rich detailed pewter showing the full-color red and white logo. Measures approximately 1". (915/1603003) (CAUT: 4) Keychain $7.00 BABYLON 5 PEWTER SHIPS Decorate your universe with these gorgeously modeled pewter ships from the 23rd century Earth Force. Choose from the Babylon 5 station or the Starfury fighter ship. Each measures approximately 4.5" x 4.5" and comes on a removable display base with rotating character disk. (915) (CAUT: 4) BABYLON 5 (1602000)-Ship $60.00 STAR FURY (1602002)-Ship $50.00 BEANIES & PLUSHES DISNEY CLASSIC PLUSHES Hey Mousketeers! Five of your favorite Disney characters have been turned into huggably soft 7" plushes. But you don't have to be a member of the Mickey Mouse Club to get one! Choose from Donald Duck, Goofy, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, or Pluto. (374) (CAUT: 4) DONALD (34077)-Plush $5.00 GOOFY (34078)-Plush $5.00 MICKEY (34079)-Plush $5.00 MINNIE (34080)-Plush $5.00 PLUTO (34081)-Plush $5.00 TWISTED LOONEY TUNES SLAMMER BEANBAGS Sure, they look cute, but those wacky Warner Bros. animated characters sound even funnier. Finally, a beanbag that lets their vocal charms sing out...over and over and over. Slam one of these on the floor and they yell out one of their classic sayings. Choose from Marvin the Martian, Sylvester the Cat, Taz, Tweety Bird, or Wile E. Coyote. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. (374/41536) (CAUT: 4) Plush SRP: $7.00Ea. RUGRATS SAFARI PLUSHES These adventurous 7" Rugrats plushes are ready to go anywhere, from a cross- country trip to a voyage upstairs for nap time. With these by your side, you'll be able to take on anything. Choose from Angelica, Chuckie, or Tommy. (374) (CAUT: 4) ANGELICA (37312)-Plush $7.00 CHUCKIE (37311)-Plush $7.00 TOMMY (37310)-Plush $7.00 SCOOBY DOO MINI BEANBAG PLUSH Are you being haunted by a ghost or a zombie? Don't worry Scooby Doo is here. Even if this mini beanbag plush can't tell you what to do, at least it'll make the perfect decoy for whatever elaborate trap you design. (374/37335) (CAUT: 4) Plush $5.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY CAST AND LOGO MUG Accent your late-night coffee breaks with this stunning new 21 oz. ceramic mug featuring the cast of the awesome hit on the front and the striking Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo in vampy shimmery purple on the back. (870/BVS-MUG1) (CAUT: 4) Mug $12.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER PHOTO SET Be the first to get these officially licensed photos from the hit Buffy the Vampire Slayer series. This set of four 8" x 10" glossies includes two striking images of teen slayer Buffy and individual stills of Spike and Willow. (870/BVS- SET1) (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) $20.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER CAST PHOTODOME KEYCHAIN Your keys will hang proudly from this beautiful 1 1/2" photodome keychain featuring the cast portrait of the six teens starring in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. (870/BVS-KEY2) Keychain $10.00 CBLDF CBLDF WALL CLOCK Do you know what time it is? It's time to support the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund! You can do your part with this stylish wall clock sporting the red, white, and blue Fund logo. Framed in classic black, this timepiece features quality quartz movement and comes with "AA" battery and a lifetime warranty. Perfect for home, office, or comic shop. Wall Clock MSRP: $14.95 CD-ROMS PUPPET MASTER MOVIE CD The cult horror classic Puppet Master can now take over your computer in this innovative movie CD-ROM. With the new Motion Pixels video compression technology, you'll see great-looking images on the screen, and the on-screen remote lets you control the play just like on a VCR. Preferred requirements: Windows 95, 16MB RAM, quad speed CD-ROM, Soundblaster Pro compatible sound card, mouse, speaker, 256 K level 2 cache. Can be run with Windows 3.1 on a 486 computer. Approximate running time: 90min. (4072/4027) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES CD-ROM MSRP: $14.98 ************** Look for Other Puppet Master products in the TOYS section of Previews. ************** DC COMICS SUPERMAN NOSTALGIC RADIO Before the animated series, before the movie, before the TV show, there was...the Superman radio show. This beautiful vintage Art Deco style radio captures the charm of that radio series which helped launch Superman as one of the first multimedia stars. This 10" x 14" honey-colored wood radio comes with a back-lit analog AM/FM tuner and sports two antiqued brass-colored metal logos - The traditional S logo (about 5" tall) on the speakers and the Superman logo on the base. Even if you didn't hear the original show, this beauty will make you think you did! (4376/47811) (CAUT: 4) Radio $89.95 SUPERMAN MOUSEPAD WITH CALCULATOR If a 300 lb. Kryptonian hurls himself at 100 M.P.H. towards a 500 lb. transdimensional criminal, how wide will the crater be? You can either calculate the result in the built-in solar-powered mousepad calculator, or just guess- timate from the image shown on this full-color 7" x 7" full-color mousepad. (4376/32441) (CAUT: 4) Mousepad $7.99 LOONEY TUNES LOONEY TUNES BEAN-BAG KEYCHAINS Your favorite Looney Tunes characters are here to introduce classic cartoon violence into your life. Do not buy if your car is made by Acme. Keychains measure approximately 6". Choose from Taz, Tweety, Marvin the Martian, or Porky. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. (4342/4218TPM) (CAUT: 4) Keychains SRP: $5.00Ea. LOONEY TUNES TALKING JARS Make snack time an even more fun time with these full-color cookie jars. These dual action jars talk when you lift the lid or push the button on the back. Choose from Taz (8 1/2" x 5 1/2" - "Taz Hungry. Feed Me #$%!") or Tweety Bird (7" x 5" - "I Taut I Taw a Puddy Tat."). Their attitude will add extra freshness to your cookies and treats. (4337) (CAUT: 4) TAZ (45101)-Jar $23.50 TWEETY (45100)-Jar $23.50 LOONEY TUNES GOODIE BUDDIE CANDY DISPENSER The candy dispenser with character motion. Press the top of these clear globe machines, and your candy comes out while Taz swings his arms or Tweety swings on his perch. Dispensers measure 10" tall and come with a removable top lid. Suitable for candies measuring 3/8" to 3/4". (374) (CAUT: 4) TAZ (41405)-Dispenser $10.00 TWEETY (41406)-Dispenser $10.00 LUNCH BOXES ROCKY AND BULLWINKLE TIN LUNCH BOX Your favorite animated moose is back for more lunch time adventures on this full-color tin lunch box. Features a dramatic confrontation between Boris and "Mr. Know-it-All" on one side and, on the other side, a treacherous magic show with magician Bullwinkle, assistant Rocky, and an unhappy lion being stuffed into a hat. Measures approximately 7" x 7 1/2" x 9". (6500/56070) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $10.00 WINNIE THE POOH TIN LUNCH BOX "It's a very good thing to have a garden." It's even better to have your very own Winnie The Pooh Garden full-color lunch box to have a picnic. One side features classic Winnie planting a geranium and the other a montage of Winnie sayings and characters including Tigger and Eyeore. Measures approximately 6 3/4" x 5 1/2" x 3". (4285/50081) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $15.00 XENA TIN LUNCH BOX Hey kids, still looking for the coolest lunch box in the cafeteria? Check out this awesome black-rimmed, full-color tin lunch box featuring two photos of the lovely Lucy Lawless (Xena) on each face, and the Xena Logo on the side. Just remember not to gloat...too much Measures approximately 7" x 7 1/2" x 9". (6500/56070) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $10.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS ************ Look for Nightmare Before Christmas collectors dolls and PVC's in the TOYS section and a poster book in the BOOKS section of this month's Previews. ************** NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS PLUSHES From Tim Burton's 1993 claymation masterpiece, Nightmare Before Christmas, comes two lovely plushes of the protagonist Jack and his paramour Sally. (4368) (CAUT: 4) JACK (N-100)-Plush $20.00 SALLY (N-102)-Plush $20.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS PVC KEYCHAINS For you faithful Nightmare Before Christmas fans, Previews offers a virtual horde of full-color PVC keychains from Tim Burton's masterful, yet bizarre, vision of the holiday season. Choose from Jack, Sally, Barrel, Lock, Mayor, Oogie Boogie, Shock, or Zero (4368) (CAUT: 4) JACK (N-021)-Keychain $8.50 SALLY (N-022)-Keychain $8.50 BARREL (N-025)-Keychain $8.50 LOCK (N-023)-Keychain $8.50 MAYOR (N-027)-Keychain $8.50 OOGIE BOOGIE (N-028)-Keychain $8.50 SHOCK (N-024)-Keychain $8.50 ZERO (N-026)-Keychain $8.50 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS LIMITED MOUSE PAD The hauntingly beautiful scene of Jack speaking to his followers under a full moon has been captured on this beautiful 8 1/2" x 7 3/4" foam mouse pad. Limited to 5,000, so get yours before another holiday sprite kidnaps Santa. (4371/0105) (CAUT: 4) Mouse Pad $12.00 WINNIE THE POOH POOH AND FRIENDS RESIN SCENE FIGURINE WITH GLASS DOME The perfect woodland Sunday brunch scene in hand-sculpted, painted resin. This 4 1/2" tall figure shows Piglet reading while Pooh finishes off his honey. Each sculpture sits in a 4" wooden base and comes under a glass dome. (4285/66833) (CAUT: 4) Figure $25.00 WINNIE THE POOH HONEY POT RESIN FIGURINE Uh-Oh! Pooh's into the honey again, and he's spilling it everywhere! This 7" tall hand-painted sculpted resin perfectly captures the mischievous spirit of classic Winnie the Pooh. And no mess to clean up! (4285/66610) (CAUT: 4) Figure $45.00 TIGGER RESIN FIGURE Tigger is always ready to pounce on unwary passerbys in this 7 1/4" x 4 1/2" hand-painted sculpted resin figure showing England's favorite tiger poised on a downed log. (4285/66613) (CAUT: 4) Figure $42.00 WRESTLING WCW MONDAY NITRO STICKER Are ready to rumble? Let the world know what true wrestling fans watch on Monday nights with this awesome larger-than-life 4" x 5" sticker showing the WCW/TNT Monday Nitro logo on a fiery background. (4122/S-WCW-13) (CAUT: 4) Sticker SRP: $2.09Ea. NWO HOLLYWOOD HOGAN STICKER There's only one Hollywood Hulk Hogan, and he's perfectly captured on this huge 4" x 5" full-color photo sticker showing the man against a thundery sky. Now that's power! (4122/S-WCW-1) (CAUT: 4) Sticker SRP: $2.09Ea. XENA XENA CHAKRAM PLAYSET Finally, a chakram replica you can safely throw! Xena's weapon of choice, the beautiful chakram, has been transformed into an 11" wide white vinyl disk with mustard and aqua trim. Each playset also comes with two flexible 5" wide chakram bracelets and a belt clip holder. Everything a beginner warrior princess needs! Comes in a blister pack. (4283/1371) (CAUT: 4) Set $9.99 XENA THE WARRIOR PRINCESS CLOCK Develop a well-honed sense of time with this glorious 10" round analog clock featuring a dramatic color photo of Xena and the show's logo. (4379/1312) (CAUT: 4) Clock $30.00 SUPPLIES SECTION PROTECH MIRRORED BACK ACRYLIC DISPLAY This 10" mirrored back display gives a professional presentation for dolls, action figures, bobbing-head collectibles, and other coveted treasures. (CAUT: 4) (PT20000) Display SRP: $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CAR CASE SOFT-SHELL This soft-shell storage case holds Mattel carded Hot Wheels vehicles as well as the more popular "Blackwall" series. (PHWSS00) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $1.00Ea. O/A STAR TREK ACRYLIC DISPLAY CASE This special hard acrylic display case protects carded Playmate Star Trek figures, from 1992 to the present, with black bottom doors. (PSTH005) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $10.95Ea. O/A STAR TREK SOFT-SHEL DISPLAY CASE "The Playmate Protector!" This soft-shell cases protects carded Playmate Star Trek figures from 1992 to the present. (PSTS005) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $2.95Ea. O/A STAR WARS ACRYLIC DISPLAY CASE These hard acrylic cases feature black bottom doors and will protect any carded Kenner Star Wars figures made from 1977 to the present. (PSWH005) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $10.95Ea. O/A STAR WARS SOFT-SHELL DISPLAY CASE Your carded Kenner Star Wars figures are safe in this soft shell case, so don't worry about those occasional bumps and bruises caused by clods who can't get it together. (PSWS005) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $2.95Ea. O/A STARTING LINEUP ACRYLIC DISPLAY CASE Protect your Kenner, carded Starting Lineup figures (from 1988 to the present) in these hard acrylic displays, available with red, green, blue, and white bottom doors. (PSLUH01) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $12.95Ea. O/A STARTING LINEUP SOFT SHELL DISPLAY CASE Protect carded Kenner Starting Lineup figure manufactured from 1988 to the present in these soft shell cases! (PSLUS04) (CAUT: 4) Case SRP: $2.95Ea.