PREVIEWS VOL. 9 #4 PREMIER VENDORS THE PREVIEWS HOME PAGE STAR SYSTEM SUMMER 1999 CATALOG With superhuman effort, the staff of Previews once again brings you that big ol' chunk of weighty comic cool we like to call...the Star System Summer Catalog! More than 3,000 items strong, this catalog is a cornucopia of comics and related merchandise, with everything from Aardvark to X-Men! Plus, this edition features an expanded Toys section with more info and artwork than ever before! NOTE: Due to the exceptionally large volume of product in the Star System, not all items will be pictured in the catalog. Catalog, 8.5x11, FC PI PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #6 (PREVIEWS VOL. IX #6) 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 May catalog for June/July/August shipping! Digest, 5x8, FC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS VOLUME IX #6 June is bustin' out all overŠ but in the pages of Previews, we're already lookin' at the cool stuff you can look forward to in August and beyond! Such are the quantum physics at work in these colorful pages, warping reality and giving you a peek at tomorrow today. Inside: all of your favorite characters ‹ including that Star Wars bunch! ‹ super-heroes, slackers, monsters, adventurers, wacky teens, funny animals, and many moreŠ all coming to you two months in advance! Previews is the ultimate source for news and information on the comic book industry. 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ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 8.5x11, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.75 DARK HORSE COMICS 300 HC by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley The armies of Persia‹a vast horde greater than any the world has ever known‹are poised to crush Greece, an island of reason and freedom in a sea of madness and tyranny. Standing between Greece and this tidal wave of destruction are a tiny detachment of but three hundred warriors. Frank Miller¹s epic retelling of history¹s supreme moment of battlefield valor is finally collected in a glorious hardcover volume in its intended format‹ each two-page spread from the original comics is presented as a single undivided page. Story and art by Frank Miller, painted by Lynn Varley. On sale July 7 HC, 88pg, FC (13" x 10") $30 bucks OFFERED AGAIN O/A SIN CITY: THAT YELLOW BASTARD TP‹2ND EDITION by Frank Miller; cover painted by Lynn Varley Hartigan¹s polishing his badge and working himself up to kissing it good-bye, it and the thirty-odd years of protecting and serving and tears and blood and triumph that it represents. Just one hour to go. Collecting the entire six-issue series, plus an additional 16 pages of story, an eight-page color cover gallery, and an all-new color cover! BE ADVISED: CONTAINS PROFANITY, NUDITY, AND EXTREME VIOLENCE. SC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w $15.00 ****************** BONELLI COMICS DYLAN DOG #4 by Tiziano Di Sclavi and Luigi Piccatto; cover by Mike Mignola Dylan Dog is called in to protect a woman who miraculously survived the murder of her entire family 16 years ago. Who the real killer is and who should be protected from whom is called into question as Dylan investigates further into the tragedy. And when he finds out the truth, it just might cost him his life. On sale June 9. SC, 5 1/4x8 3/4", 96pg, b&w (4 of 6) $4.95 MARTIN MYSTERY #4 by Alfredo Castelli and Giancarlo Alessandrini; cover by Dave Gibbons Residents of Manhattan are disappearing and Martin Mystery is on the case. ³Electronic² ghosts from a magic TV set are taking over Manhattan, causing machines and automobiles to work on their own, causing chaos. It¹s up to Martin to enter a strange dimension where people live ³in pages,² as in a book, to try and solve the mystery. On sale June 16. SC, 5 1/4x8 3/4", 144pg, b&w (4 of 6) $4.95 NATHAN NEVER #4 by Michele Medda and Stefano Casini; cover by Arthur Adams A human data bank, a rememberer, has been murdered and his head has been removed. Within the severed skull lies top-secret infomation and it¹s up to agent Nathan Never to find out who killed the man and where his head has gone. On sale June 23. SC, 5 1/4x8 3/4", 96pg, b&w (4 of 6) $4.95 CLASSIC STAR WARS: A LONG TIME AGO... #4 by David Michelinie, Gene Day, Tom Palmer, Jo Duffy, and Ron Frenz; cover by Ralph McQuarrie This black-and-white reprint collects Marvel Star Wars issues #68‹³The Search Begins,² #69‹³Death in the City of Bone,² #79‹³The Big Con,² and #81 ³Jawas of Doom.² On sale June 30. SC, 5 1/4x8 3/4", 96pg, b&w (4 of 6) PI ******************** AUSTIN POWERS PSYCHEDELIC SHOT-GLASS SET Did somebody say party? What¹s a party without cocktails, baby? Get it together with this set of three groovy Austin Powers shot glasses. Featuring your favourite characters from the original film and upcoming new film, these luscious glasses add that touch of class to any shagworthy gathering. Mix it up, baby, and keep Œem coming! Available in June 9 Austin Powers shot-glass set $19.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #34: FOOD by Hiroaki Samura; lettering and retouch by Tomoko Saito Shira, the pathologically sadistic assassin from the mysterious Akagi group, has come to Rin and Manji, and he has a proposal: join forces to kill Kagehisa Anotsu. Manji thinks it¹s worth a shot, but Rin is far from certain. With Shira, it¹s not at all clear who are the hunters, and who are the preyŠ On sale June 23. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS VIOLENCE AND ADULT LANGUAGE. b&w, 48pg (one-shot) $3.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ANGEL #2 by Christopher Golden, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea; cover by Jeff Matsuda Following an encounter with a figure from his past, Angel must now face a horror that he had thought long destroyed. The monster, however, could hold the key to Angel¹s salvation... or his destruction! Jumping from the pages of Buffy the Vampire Slayer comes the heroic, tortured vampire Angel in his own three-issue series! On sale June 9 FC, 32pg (2 of 3) (Direct) $2.95 FC, 32pg (2 of 3) (Newsstand) $2.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #10 by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham; cover by Chris Bachalo Buffy the next runway supermodel? Believe it! Buffy pursues a potential modeling career only to learn that beauty isn¹t only skin deep. Meanwhile, with Selke regaining her strength, she decides to pay a visit to the local vampire coven... with mixed results. All the action and drama of the weekly television series captured in a monthly comic book! On sale June 30 FC, 32pg $2.95 DARK HORSE EXTRA #13 This month Dark Horse Extra brings you the third installment of Buffy the Vampire Slayer by Christopher Golden and Hector Gomez. Also in this issue, Shannon Wheeler¹s Too Much Coffee Man makes another appearance and Sergio Aragonés entertains us with more ³Pantomimes.² This big, four-page tabloid also features the complete scoop on every Dark Horse title coming in July, plus a poster spotlighting the cover art from Frank Miller¹s Sin City: Hell and Back #1. On sale June 9 FC, 4pg, 14-3/4" x 21-1/2" (folded to 14-3/4" x 10-3/4") PI DARK HORSE PRESENTS #144 by Mike Kennedy, Phil Amara, Carlo G. Barberi, Rich Hedden, Mike McPhillips; cover by TBA* Three tales that run the gamut from superhero action to lighthearted adventure. First up, as a lead-in to his appearance in Ghost this month, Comics¹ Greatest World¹s Vortex battles monsters of his own making in a story by Mike Kennedy and TBA*. Also, introducing Philip Amara and Carlo Barberi¹s ³Burglar Girls², three students attending a very peculiar academy for would-be thieves; and the spacefaring, robot-battling ³Galactic Jack², the latest creation from Roachmill¹s Rich Hedden. On sale June 16 b&w, 32pg $2.95 DISNEY¹S TARZAN #1 by Greg Ehrbar and Mario Cortes; cover by Dark Horse is proud to present the comics adaptation of this summer¹s spectacular new animated feature from Walt Disney Pictures. Inspired by Edgar Rice Burroughs¹ jungle tale and adapted from the film by Greg Ehrbar and artfully illustrated by Mario Cortes. Be sure to catch this one before it swings away. On sale June 16 FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.95 EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS¹ TARZAN‹THE JEWELS OF OPAR TP by Russ Manning An amnesic Tarzan has been caught plundering the treasure vaults of the lost city of Opar. But a mysterious treasure hunter and a band of thieves have also learned of the hidden wealth. When a bag of jewels Tarzan had taken falls into the hunter¹s hands, a game of deadly double- and triple-cross begins‹and the winner claims the treasure! This extra- length, classic story is packaged in a handy, compact size (similar to Star Wars MANGA) and completely re-colored using state-of-the-art digital techniques. On sale June 16 SC, 5 3/4x8 1/4", 80pg, FC $10.95 EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS¹ TARZAN‹THE SAVAGE HEART #3 by Allan Gross and Mike Grell; covers by Mike Grell Tarzan encounters the stronghold of Abner Perry, the scientist who brought civilization to the hidden world at the Earth¹s core. But civilization is exactly what Tarzan doesn¹t want, especially when he sees how it has turned the Pellucidarians into lazy, fat slobs. When Tarzan frees one of Perry¹s prisoners from torture and death, he once again leaves civilization, but this time, civilization follows him... in the form of an angry army! On sale June 2 FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 GHOST #10: SHIFTER #4 by Chris Warner, Mike Kennedy, Christian Zanier, and Steve Moncuse; cover by Christian Zanier King Tiger is in a to-the-death battle with a brood of demons while Ghost has gone for help. But she may get more help than she bargained for when she comes face to face with the being known only as... Vortex! On sale June 23 FC, 32pg $2.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL CHILD #1 by Diana Schutz, Tim Sale, and Teddy Kristiansen; painted cover by Tim Sale and Matt Wagner Is it possible to live a normal, happy life when the breath of the Devil corrupts everything and everyone who exists within it? Can an innocent child remain untainted by the darkness that overwhelms her very being? This is the world that Stacy Palumbo, the tragic ward to the infamous Hunter Rose, finds herself drowning in. A world that begs the question: is she simply its victim or is it one of her own creation? From the haunted mind of long-time Grendel editor Diana Schutz and the visual talents of Tim Sale (A Superman For All Seasons) and Teddy Kristiansen (House of Secrets) comes an exploration into the mind of a child and the darkness that surrounds her soul. The Devil would be proud! On sale June 30. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS MATURE THEMES. FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GRENDEL CYCLE by Matt Wagner Grendel Cycle begins with an all-new, eight-page primer, written and fully painted by Matt Wagner, giving new readers an introduction to Grendel. This is followed by an extensive overview of the lost stories and the Grendel concept itself that combines text and new artwork by the original series artists‹Wagner, Arnold Pander (Triple€X), Bernie Mireault (The Jam), Ron Turner, John K. Snyder III (Harlan Ellison¹s Dream Corridor), Jay Geldhof, Tim Sale (Batman Halloween Special), and Pat McEown (Grendel Tales: Homecoming). BE ADVISED: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND BRIEF NUDITY. FC, 64pg (one-shot) $5.95 *********************** GRENDEL: DEVIL TALES TP by Matt Wagner Collecting Devil Tracks and Devil Eyes, two acclaimed Hunter Rose stories by Grendel creator Matt Wagner that originally ran in the Comico Grendel series in 1988. These tales of corruption, paranoia, vengeance, and the Devil feature the bold, experimental storytelling that cemented Wagner¹s reputation as one of the comics medium¹s leading innovators. Story, art, and new cover painting by Matt Wagner, colors by Eisner award-nominee Bernie Mireault. On sale July 23. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS MATURE THEMES. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $9.95 GUNSMITH CATS: BEAN BANDIT #6 by Kenichi Sonoda; lettered by Susie Lee & PC Orz Friends or foes? Rally may have saved Bean¹s life in his showdown with the double- crossing drug dealer Jones. But as far as Chicago¹s #1 underworld driver is concerned, beating Rally¹s efforts to get him out of drug running is almost as important as getting his load of drugs to New York on time. On sale June 16. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE AND SITUATIONS. b&w, 32pg (6 of 9) $2.95 HEART OF EMPIRE: THE LEGACY OF LUTHER ARKWRIGHT #3 by Bryan Talbot From the splendors of the Imperial palace and the new St. Paul¹s Cathedral to the dangerous streets of Alsatia, the cracks in Queen Anne¹s rule are beginning to show. The seeds of rebellion are taking root, a Papal assassin stalks the royal court, and Princess Victoria is discovering the extent of her own, possibly uncontrollable, psychic powers. On sale June 9. BE ADVISED: CONTAINS MATURE THEMES. FC, 40pg (3 of 9) $3.50 MADMAN COMICS #14 by Michael Allred Frank Einstein is enclosed in the giant, lifeless husk that was Dr. Boiffard¹s altered brain as it floats out to sea. But once fueled by revelations about his past, it¹s not long before Frank breaks out of his icky, makeshift jail and blasts away on his rocket pack to an island inhabited by... cannibals!? The excitement doesn¹t end there, as Frank is confronted by Stuie Stompero, a Robinson Crusoe-style sage that could bring Madman closer to his puzzling past than ever! On sale June 23 FC, 32pg $2.95 OUTLANDERS VOLUME 6 TP by Johji Manabe Kahm finds love with an earthling photographer and leads a rebellion against her father¹s empire. In Volume 6, the eight-million-ship space fleet of the Santovasku Empire has been dispatched to destroy Earth and the solar system in retaliation for Kahm¹s refusal to abandon her lover. But what the Santovasku don¹t know is that Earth¹s moon is an immense disguised battlestation built long ago by their rivals, the Yoma! Operation Phoenix has begun! Also included is the long out-of-print Outlanders #0, ³The Key of Graciale.² On sale July 14 SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $14.95 PREDATOR: HOMEWORLD #4 by James Vance, Kate Worley and Toby Cypress; cover by Joel Naprstek When Predators clash with other Predators, look out! It all comes to a head as the ancient, mysterious Predator warrior faces off against the young, merciless trio of his race. Will discipline and experience win out against youth and raw power? And what of Maya Bergstrom¹s chilling hypothesis that Predators were Earth¹s original inhabitants eons ago?! The answers will shock you! On sale June 30 FC, 32pg (4 of 4) (Belmont) $2.95 STAR WARS: THE RETURN OF THE JEDI‹MANGA #1 adapted from a screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan and George Lucas; art by Shin-ichi Hiromoto; cover by Adam Warren Jabba the Hutt has your best friend encased in carbonite and is using him as a decorative paperweight. You sent your two favorite droids, your best friend¹s Wookie sidekick, and your sister to try and free your pal and nothing has worked! Looks like it¹s time to step in and handle things yourself, doesn¹t it? Be here as the last chapter in the Star Wars MANGA saga begins in Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi ‹ MANGA #1! With covers by Adam Warren. On sale July 7 SC, 5x7, 96pg, b&w (1 of 4) $9.95 OH MY GODDESS!: THE FOURTH GODDESS #2 by Kosuke Fujishima; lettered by Susie Lee and PC Orz Most guys would be glad to have a bodacious babe promise to grant his every desire. But not Keiichi Morisato. At least, not when the little sex bomb from heaven is Peorth, and her competitive wiles are threatening to drive him away from his beloved Belldandy. He¹s doing his best. But how long can Keiichi resist this kind of full-court pressure? On sale June 2 b&w, 32pg (2 of 8) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A OH MY GODDESS!: 1-555-GODDESS TP by Kosuke Fujishima Morisato is spending another Friday night alone in his dorm room, plugged into the television, with his greatest aspiration a double-cheese pizza. When he misdials the delivery joint and gets the goddess Belldandy instead, he¹s unknowingly bitten off more than he can chew. Belldandy grants Morisato a single wish, and he jokingly wishes for a beautiful goddess like her. But the joke¹s on him when he gets what he wished for! This 152-page collection includes issues one through three of the first OMG! series, and issues three through five of the second series. SC, 7x10, 152pg, b&w $13.95 MASAKAZU KATSURA¹S SHADOW LADY: THE EYES OF A STRANGER #2 by Masakazu Katsura; lettered by Tomoko Saito Mysterious parts of a message are being left in the biggest banks of Gray City. So far the messages read, ³Shadow Lady is . . .² Can it be that someone is onto Shadow Lady¹s secret identity? When Aimi learns about the possible threat to her secret alter ego, Shadow Lady must try to head off this messenger-thief who could ruin her chances of getting together with Bright for good! On sale June 9 b&w, 24pg (2 of 5) $2.50 STAR WARS: EPISODE I THE PHANTOM MENACE‹QUEEN AMIDALA by Mark Schultz, Galen Showman, and P. Craig Russell; cover by Tim Bradstreet Her world has been blockaded and her people imprisoned, but the Young Queen Amidala, so recently elected to the throne of Naboo, is a teenager of uncommon wisdom. Exiled from her home and spirited away by a pair of Jedi, Amidala will look upon every experience as a potential key to her world¹s problems. But her salvation may rest in the hands of another... perhaps where she least expects it! On sale July 28 FC, 32pg (one-shot) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS: DROIDS‹REBELLION TP by Ryder Windham and Ian Gibson; cover by Kilian Plunkett Olag Greck is a con man and arch criminal, and he¹s hiding out exactly where you might expect: among his own wretched kind on the smuggler moon Nar Shaddaa. But knowing where he is and actually arresting him are two completely different matters, as the newly deputized Artoo-Detoo and See-Threepio discover! A follow-up to Droids‹The Kalarba Adventures trade-paperback collection, Dark Horse proudly presents Droids: Rebellion, featuring the galaxy¹s most famous droids! SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $14.95 ************************ STAR WARS: EPISODE I THE PHANTOM MENACE‹QUI-GON JINN by Ryder Windham, Robert Teranishi, and Chris Chuckry; cover by Tim Bradstreet Though he has been branded a maverick, a troublesome Jedi with a propensity to follow his own aptitude for the Force in all living things, Qui-Gon Jinn is undoubtedly a Jedi Knight of the first order. But his greatest critic is his own student, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Qui-Gon knows that now is the time for him to prove the strength of his own convictions, for nothing less than the fate of the galaxy rests upon his shoulders! On sale June 30 FC, 32pg (one-shot) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN STAR WARS: BATTLE OF THE BOUNTY HUNTERS POP-UP COMIC BOOK by Ryder Windham and Christopher Moeller The notorious bounty hunter Boba Fett is heading through hyperspace with priceless cargo. His destination: Tatooine, home of Jabba the Hutt. The cargo: one Han Solo, frozen solid in carbonite. But if Boba thought encasing Solo in carbonite was the hardest part of this mercenary mission, he¹s going to have his eyes opened. It seems Boba¹s not the only one who wants to collect this bounty... HC, 7x10, 12pg, FC $17.95 ************************ STAR WARS #7 by Timothy Truman, Tom Raney, and Mark Lipka; cover by Ken Kelly Don¹t miss the explosive first installment of ³The Outlander²! Ki-Adi-Mundi¹s first assignment after joining the Jedi Council will take him back to the fearsome deserts of Tatooine! The Jedi Council has tracked a long-wayward and powerful Jedi to the backwater world, and it¹s up to Ki to find him and convince him to return. Unfortunately, not only does he not want to return, but a powerful enemy has the Jedi in her sights, and a blaster bolt can travel a long way across the desert flats of Tatooine! On sale June 16 FC, 32pg $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS: CRIMSON EMPIRE TP by Mike Richardson, Randy Stradley, Paul Gulacy, and P. Craig Russell; cover by Dave Dorman Kir Kanos is the last surviving member of the elite Imperial Guard. He¹s on the run‹and the Empire will stop at nothing to destroy him! It¹s the combined might of the Empire against a single man. Crimson Empire combines the dynamic artistic talents of comics superstars Paul Gulacy (Batman vs. Predator III) and P. Craig Russell (Elric: Stormbringer) and features a new cover painting by master Star Wars illustrator Dave Dorman. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $17.95 **************************** THE TERMINATOR: DEATH VALLEY TP by Alan Grant, Steve Pugh, Guy Davis, and Frank Teran In a hellish future controlled by computers bent on exterminating the human race, John Connor will lead the remnants of humanity against the killing machines known as Terminators ‹ unless the Terminators can reach back through time and snuff out his existence before he grows to adulthood. Includes a bonus Terminator story from Dark Horse Presents in color for the first time. On sale July 21 SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $14.95 THE WORLD BELOW #4 by Paul Chadwick and Ron Randall; cover by Paul Chadwick They wanted technology... but not like this! The Team of Six must avoid becoming tonight¹s Tandoori special and somehow disable... ³The Stove²! On sale June 23 FC, 24pg $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CONCRETE: THINK LIKE A MOUNTAIN TP by Paul Chadwick Concrete was just going to observe a group of Earth First!ers ‹ to see firsthand what they were all about and to write about their efforts to save an old-growth forest. But that was before the group talked Concrete into illegally entering Canada, and before they monkey wrenched some logging equipment, and before the owners of that equipment unexpectedly showed up! This collected six-issue series explores the history of Earth First! and the moral questions it raises. SC, 160pg, FC $17.95 *********************** ZOMBIEWORLD: THE TREE OF DEATH #1 by Pat Mills and J Deadstock The 42,000-year-old sorceror from Mike Mignola and Pat McEown¹s ZombieWorld: Champion of the Worms returns, and this time his sights are set on London. With a plan to build a giant underground structure to call up the gods of hell, Azzul Gotha needs only one thing more to become the undead king of the world‹his queen, Rebecca Dean, who¹s under the protection of the ancient warrior Killcrop, revived to destroy Gotha and his zombie hordes. A wild and grotesque zombie tale is about to unfold in the four-issue ZombieWorld: The Tree of Death, as Dark Horse teams acclaimed Marshal Law writer Pat Mills with J Deadstock, one of the most dangerous and bizarre artists on the face of the earth. On sale June 23. FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ZOMBIEWORLD: CHAMPION OF THE WORMS TP by Mike Mignola and Pat McEown A small-town museum is plagued by odd disturbances and missing persons‹gifts from the new kid in town, Azzul Gotha, the 42,000-year-old Hyperborean mummy that just checked in. It¹s all-out zombie mayhem, complete with human sacrifice, a cemetery showdown, and the end of civilization. Collecting the three-issue horror series! SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $8.95 ************************** FRANK MILLER BACKLIST 300 EARRING AND LAPEL PIN 300 Earring $9.95 300 Lapel pin $12.95 300 LIMITED-EDITION LITHOGRAPH Full color, printed on Strathmore Bright white deckle-edge acid-free paper. Shrink- wrapped with oyster white backing board Black Wavy E-Flute Corrugated Envelope with gold-foil stamping, and signed by both Frank Miller and Lynn Varley. LTD./Lithograph, 30x22 $300.00 FRANK MILLER'S 300 ZIPPO® LIGHTER 300 Zippo® Lighter, high-polish brass-finish, engraved w/Spartan helmet and logo. Lighter $29.95 FRANK MILLER¹S 300 LIMITED-EDITION ZIPPO® LIGHTER We asked the folks at Zippo® to create a special numbered run of the first 300 of the 300 Zippo® lighter, as described on the relist page. The number is factory-engraved at the Zippo® plant on the reverse side of the lighter. This comes Zippo® Lighter ‹ featuring a high-polish brass-finish, engraved w/Spartan helmet and logo ‹ in a special one-color screen-printed tin. Limited supply. Lighter $39.95 BIG DAMN HARD BOILED TP by Geof Darrow and Frank Miller SC, 11x15, 128pg, b&w (STAR07290V) $29.95 GIVE ME LIBERTY TP AND S&N LTD. ED. HC by Frank Miller, Dave Gibbons, and Robin Smith BE ADVISED: CONTAINS VIOLENCE, NUDITY, AND MATURE LANGUAGE. SC, 208pg, FC (2nd printing) (STAR00275V) $19.95 LTD/HC, 224pg, foil-stamped cloth cover w/ slipcase, FC (STARO1824S) $114.95 HARD BOILED TP by Frank Miller, Geof Darrow, and Claude Legris BE ADVISED: CONTAINS MATURE THEMES AND EXTREME VIOLENCE. SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $14.95 KING SIZE BIG GUY AND RUSTY THE BOY ROBOT TP by Frank Miller and Geof Darrow SC, 11x15, 72pg, b&w (STARO6105V) $29.95 MARTHA WASHINGTON GOES TO WAR by Frank Miller and Dave Gibbons Issue #1 FC, 32pg (MAR940217D) $2.95 Issue #2 FC, 32pg (APR940172D) $2.95 Issue #3 FC, 32pg (MAY940221D) $2.95 Issue #4 FC, 32pg (JUN940171D) $2.95 Issue #5 FC, 32pg (MAR980083D) $2.95 MARTHA WASHINGTON GOES TO WAR by Frank Miller, Dave Gibbons, and Angus McKie SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC (STAR01448V) $17.95 SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR‹2ND PRINTING by Frank Miller SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w (STAR00873V) $15.00 SIN CITY: THE BABE WORE RED AND OTHER STORIES by Frank Miller b&w and red, 32pg one-shot (STAR02467D) $2.95 SIN CITY: THE BIG FAT KILL TP AND HC by Frank Miller; cover colored by Lynn Varley BE ADVISED: CONTAINS VIOLENCE AND NUDITY. SC, 7x10, 184pg, b&w (STAR01894V) $15.00 HC, 7x10, 184pg, FC/b&w (STAR01511V) $25.00 SIN CITY: FAMILY VALUES GN by Frank Miller BE ADVISED: CONTAINS NUDITY AND PROFANITY. SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w (STAR07008V) $10.00 SIN CITY: HAVING A BALL LITHOGRAPH by Frank Miller 20" x 16", 80# Conqueror High White Laid Finish acid-free stock (APR970078S) b&w, 20" x 16" $15.00 SIN CITY: BLAM LITHOGRAPH by Frank Miller 20" x 16", 80# Conqueror High White Laid Finish acid-free stock (APR970079S) b&w, 20" x 16" $15.00 SIN CITY SHOT GLASS by Frank Miller 1.5 oz clear glass w/ red and black illustration and logo. Shot Glass $5.00 SIN CITY: KADIE¹S CLUB PECOS ZIPPO® LIGHTER by Frank Miller High-polish chrome Zippo lighter w/ red-and-black illustration and logo. (STAR06820S) Lighter $29.95 SIN CITY: MOLLY¹S ESCORT SERVICE ZIPPO® LIGHTER by Frank Miller High-polish chrome Zippo® lighter w/black-and-red artwork. 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This ultracool watch features the Dark Horse logo on black metal, with silver minute and second hands, and raised hour markings; a unisex silver satin-finish watch case; and black-stitched Italian leather band. Comes with a lifetime limited warranty. unisex silver satin-finish watch case, black-stitched Italian leather band. Watch $39.95 DC COMICS DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #120 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY MIKE DEODATO, JR. AND SEAN PARSONS; COVER BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND SEAN PARSONS In stores June 2. Batman gathers his forces in "Assembly," a self-contained story that represents a critical turning point in the battle to reclaim "No Man's Land," beginning with the revelation of Batgirl's true identity! The Dark Knight has alienated those who once trusted him with their lives ‹ Robin, Nightwing and Oracle among them. After unmasking the new Batgirl and replacing her with another mysterious heroine and summoning Azrael to his side, Batman must now regain his former allies' trust and co-ordinate their efforts if his plan to regain control of Gotham is to succeed. (Note: Other aspects of the "Assembly" are revealed in NIGHTWING #34 and ROBIN #64, found elsewhere in this issue of Previews). FC, 32 PG. $1.99* BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT #88 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY DAN JURGENS AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK AND LAUREL BLECHMAN In stores June 9. The aftermath of the "Assembly" begins to take effect in Part 1 of the 3-part "Fruit of the Earth"! Since Gotham became a No Man's Land, Poison Ivy has maintained control of Robinson Park, turning it into a botanical Eden. But now Clayface has invaded the park and threatens to destroy Ivy's paradise. And unbeknownst to either villain, Batman and Robin need to retrieve something hidden deep beneath the park that could be the key to ending Gotham's time as a "No Man's Land." FC, 32 PG. $1.99* BATMAN #568 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY DAN JURGENS AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK AND LAUREL BLECHMAN In stores June 16. Batman and Robin face Clayface and Poison Ivy in Part 2 of the 3-part "Fruit of the Earth." After battling to enter Robinson Park, Batman and Robin must fight Clayface to free the enslaved Poison Ivy and gain access to a "Batcave" buried deep within Ivy's paradise. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* DETECTIVE COMICS #735 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART BY DAN JURGENS AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK AND LAUREL BLECHMAN In stores June 23. "Fruit of the Earth" concludes as Batman and Robin battle Clayface for the life of Poison Ivy! Gotham's future hinges on the outcome of this final showdown... an outcome that does not leave all the participants in one piece. Will Batman be able to claim the key to ending the state of No Man's Land in Gotham? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #55 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART AND COVER BY ROGER ROBINSON AND JAMES PASCOE In stores June 9. A serial killer threatens Batman's plans to save "No Man's Land"! Oracle faces a grisly death until her guardian angel, Azrael, steps in to stop the serial-killing "samaritan" who threatens one of the key players in Batman's plan to salvage Gotham. FC, 32 PG. $2.25* OFFERED AGAIN O/A BATMAN: NO LAW AND A NEW ORDER COLLECTION WRITTEN BY BOB GALE; ART BY ALEX MALEEV, WAYNE FAUCHER AND VARIOUS; COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 2. The sold-out first story arc of "No Man's Land" ‹ the 4-part "No Law and a New Order" ‹ is reprinted in an affordable collection! Reprinting the double-sized BATMAN: NO MAN'S LAND special, BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT #83, BATMAN #563, and DETECTIVE COMICS #730 ‹ all without ads, this extra-sized collection features readers' first glimpses of the turf-war driven "No Man's Land" that was Gotham and the mysterious heroine who adopted the name of Batgirl during Batman's three-month absence. As the city's criminals battle each other for territory, James Gordon leads what remains of the GCPD against the gangs that rule Oracle's sector even as reports of Batman's return to Gotham swirl around the ravaged city. This collection includes the original covers to the issues by Alex Ross (from BATMAN: NO MAN'S LAND #1 ‹ STANDARD EDITION), Tony Harris and Jim Royal, J. Scott Campbell, and Alex Maleev and Bill Sienkiewicz and an Alex Ross cover using a different image from the NO MAN'S LAND #1 lenticular cover. No interior ads. Note: Available quanitites are limited. Orders may be allocated. SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $5.95 **************** NIGHTWING #34 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND KARL STORY In stores June 9. The explosive conclusion to a 3-part story leads directly into Batman's efforts to save Gotham from its "No Man's Land" status! While Nightwing and the beautiful- but-deadly Double Dare collide with Electrocutioner, Stallion and Brutale on a runaway tractor-trailer, Nite- wing is captured by the police, and Blockbuster gets more bad news about his health from his doctor. (Continued in ROBIN #67.) Note: Nightwing guest-stars in BIRDS OF PREY #8, offered elsewhere in this issue of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* ROBIN #67 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY STAZ JOHNSON AND STAN WOCH; COVER BY JASON PEARSON In stores June 23. Robin and Nightwing team up to answer Batman's call to arms and rescue Gotham from its state as a "No Man's Land!" Using a treacherous, long-abandoned subterranean pathway to enter Gotham, Tim and Dick must defeat the tag-team of Gearhead and Tommy Mangles if they want to make it through. Meanwhile, a certain Ratcatcher is waiting in the wings. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* ANARKY #4 WRITTEN BY ALAN GRANT; ART BY NORM BREYFOGLE AND JOE RUBINSTEIN; COVER BY BREYFOGLE In stores June 2. Anarky faces one of the Dark Knight's deadliest foes in the heart of the Nation's capital! Now operating out of Washington, D.C., Anarky turns his attentions to stopping the crooked politics he finds there. But the crooked politics fight back ‹ hard ‹ when Anarky discovers Ra's al Ghul's nefarious plan to start World War III by igniting a Mideast conflict, and a squad of metahumans- for-hire try to ensure that Anarky doesn't live long enough to use the information. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: BULLOCK'S LAW WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY FLINT HENRY AND TOM PALMER; COVER BY PALMER In stores June 23. Gotham's toughest cop this side of Commissioner Gordon faces a mysterious serial killer in an extra-length one-shot. Set after the "Cataclysm" that put Gotham on the course that turned it into a "No Man's Land," Bullock and the rest of Gotham's Finest must foil the strange new killer called the Widow-Whacker. When the crimelord Black Mask offers Bullock the killer's true identity in return for the cop's helping to eliminate Black Mask's underworld competition, Harvey plays both ends against the middle, leading even Batman to question his innocence and putting Harvey in deadly danger from both Black Mask and the Widow-Whacker. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 64 PG. $4.95* BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #15 WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY TIM LEVINS AND ROB LEIGH; COVER BY BOB SMITH AND TERRY BEATTY In stores June 2. Bane returns! Pulling daring bank robberies throughout Gotham, there are no leads. And no criminal in town seems to know Bane's whereabouts. Why are his hideout's neighbors in a rundown part of town? Is it simply the threat of his vengeance...or is there some other force at work? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* STARS OF THE MONTH BATMAN: POISON IVY WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY BRIAN APTHORP AND STAN WOCH; PAINTED COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores June 9. Reoffered to coincide with Poison Ivy's role in this month's 3-part "Fruit of the Earth" storyline in the BATMAN ongoing titles, this stunning Prestige one-shot finds Ivy taking vengeance on a businessman who ravaged her island paradise. (STAR06516) FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 BATMAN: SCAR OF THE BAT WRITTEN BY MAX ALLAN COLLINS; ART AND COVER BY EDUARDO BARRETO ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 30. Timed to coincide with WILD TIMES: GRIFTER, this stunning reoffered one-shot imagines an "untouchable" Dark Knight in the Prohibition era, written by WILD TIMES: GRIFTER writer Max Allan Collins. (STAR01549) FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 BATMAN: THRILLKILLER TP WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY DAN BRERETON ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 16. Timed to coincide with the release of GIANTKILLER, this stylish trade paperback reprints the popular THRILLKILLER miniseries (and its sequel, THRILLKILLER '62), all featuring painted art by GIANTKILLER's Dan Brereton. (STAR08397) SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $12.95 ******************** BATMAN & SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #5 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART AND COVER BY DAVE TAYLOR AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores June 16. Introducing the new "World's Finest" team: Superman and...Batgirl! In the dark canyons of Gotham City, a new warrior has joined the Dark Knight. Now Superman crosses paths with the mysterious Batgirl, as does another costumed denizen of Metropolis: the Thorn! Thorn is obsessed with the Metropolis-based criminal organization called "The 100," and now that cartel is making inroads into Gotham. It's Batman, Batgirl, Superman, and Thorn on a collision course on the streets of Gotham City. FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 10) $1.99* BATMAN BEYOND #6 WRITTEN BY HILARY J. BADER; ART BY JOE STATON AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BRUCE TIMM AND JAMES TUCKER In stores June 16. The miniseries based on the stylish new animated series concludes! Leaping from the TV screen comes Inque, the mysterious villainess whose inky-black form changes at will. She's on a mission to steal top-secret data, but there's more to her plan than meets the eye. Pieces of her body left behind at the scene exhibit strange behavior and could lead Batman to Inque or to his own death, or both. (Note: The adventures of the future Batman continue in the BATMAN BEYOND ongoing series, coming this Fall. Consult future issues of Previews for more details.) FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 6) $1.99* BIRDS OF PREY #8 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY GREG LAND AND DREW GERACI; COVER BY LAND AND BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores June 2. Nightwing guest-stars in a special issue that offers intriguing insights into the relationship between Dick Grayson and Barbara Gordon! Prompted by Black Canary, Nightwing reflects on his confusing personal relationship with Oracle, recalling a date at the circus that generated serious sparks. (Note: This issue sets surprising events in motion that culminate in an upcoming issue of NIGHTWING.) FC, 32 PG. $1.99* CATWOMAN #71 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY JIM BALENT AND MARLO ALQUIZA; COVER BY BALENT In stores June 23. "I'll Take Manhattan" concludes as Catwoman faces the Trickster! The classic Flash foe has put the Feline Fatale in an awful bind, manipulating events so that she'll lose every ill- gotten dollar she's made during her career unless she abandons her Catwoman identity forever. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* GIANT BATMAN ANNUAL #1 ‹ FACSIMILE EDITION WRITTEN BY BILL FINGER, EDMOND HAMILTON AND VARIOUS; ART BY DICK SPRANG, SHELDON MOLDOFF, CHARLES PARIS, AND VARIOUS In stores June 2. One of the best-remembered Giants from the Silver Age is reprinted in a lovingly restored edition! Reprinting 1961's popular GIANT BATMAN ANNUAL #1, discover the "1,001 Secrets of Batman and Robin" in stories that include "The Strange Costumes of Batman," "Untold Tales of the Bat-Signal," "Origin of the Bat-Cave," "Batman's Electronic Crime-File," "Thrilling Escapes of Batman and Robin," "The Amazing Inventions of Batman," and more! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 80 PG. $4.95 MANHUNTER: THE SPECIAL EDITION TP WRITTEN BY ARCHIE GOODWIN; ART AND COVER BY WALTER SIMONSON In stores June 23. The award-winning story by writer Archie Goodwin and artist Walter Simonson is collected in a stunning trade paperback, featuring a brand-new, wordless Manhunter story illustrated by Simonson from a plot completed by Goodwin before his death. Reprinting the story of big-game hunter- turned-super-hero Paul Kirk from DETECTIVE COMICS #437-443 (guest-starring Batman in its conclusion), the volume features a new cover by Simonson (printed on gold-colored metallic cardstock) and the 23- page captionless, dialogueless tale by Goodwin and Simonson, providing the perfect conclusion to an already legendary story. For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. SC, 7x10, 104pg, FC $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES SC WRITTEN BY ARCHIE GOODWIN; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY SCOTT HAMPTON In stores June 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of MANHUNTER: THE SPECIAL EDITION TP, this gripping graphic novel is written by MANHUNTER's Archie Goodwin, with artwork by Scott Hampton (BATMAN: DARK KNIGHT DYNASTY). In NIGHT CRIES, a series of crimes involving child abuse force Batman and Commissioner Gordon to confront the spectres of their own pasts. SC, 8x11, 96pg, FC $12.95 BATMAN: DARK KNIGHT DYNASTY HC WRITTEN BY MIKE W. BARR; ART BY SCOTT HAMPTON, SCOTT MCDANIEL AND VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY BROM FROM A SKETCH BY MCDANIEL ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 23. This handsome reoffered hardcover features stunning art by a variety of artists ‹ including BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES' Scott Hampton ‹ telling a generations-spanning story of three heroes who bear the mantle of the Bat. HC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $24.95 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF TOMORROW #14 WRITTEN BY LOUISE SIMONSON; ART AND COVER BY PAUL RYAN AND DENNIS JANKE In stores June 2. It's the return of Riot, the super-villain who can multiply himself over and over again (he's his own fan club)! In this special issue, Superman puts an end to the villain's career...permanently! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* ACTION COMICS #756 WRITTEN BY JOHN ROZUM; ART BY VINCE GIARRANO; COVER BY STUART IMMONEN AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR. In stores June 9. A villain from the past stages a "Comeback" for one big score in Metropolis...and discovers that five even worse malefactors are already hard at work carving up the town! Will he make it an even half-dozen and finally get a shot at the Man of Steel? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #91 WRITTEN BY JOHN ROZUM AND MARK SCHULTZ; ART BY CHARLIE ADLARD, DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN; COVER BY MAHNKE AND NGUYEN In stores June 16. A sequence written by Mark Schultz ‹ with art by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen ‹ frames the oddest Superman story of the year! Over the course of his career, Superman has managed to trail, trace and track down countless fearsome foes and bring them to justice. But this story is about a guy who thinks the Man of Steel is after him and is sure that Superman is ruining his life at every turn! Is the hapless con imagining things? Or is our hero truly his "Nemesis"? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN #147 WRITTEN BY RON MARZ; ART BY TOM GRINDBERG AND BILL ANDERSON; COVER BY WALTER SIMONSON In stores June 23. The JLA guests in a 4-part story drawn by artist Tom Grindberg, featuring covers by Walter Simonson! In Part 1 (written by GREEN LANTERN's Ron Marz), we learn what would have happened if the infant Superman's rocket had landed on the planet Oa instead of Earth. Would he have become the greatest Green Lantern of them all? Has it already happened? It's not an Elseworlds...it's not a hoax...and it's up to the JLA to figure it all out. This story continues in ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #570, offered in next month's issue of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* A. BIZARRO #2 WRITTEN BY STEVE GERBER; ART AND COVER BY M.D. BRIGHT AND GREG ADAMS In stores June 9. Superman guests in the incredibly angry, absurdly funny miniseries from the writer of NEVADA and the artists of Quantum & Woody! Al Bizarro tries to end his miserable, misbegotten life by jumping in front of a truck...and gets rescued by the Man of Steel himself! Seems poor Al can't do anything wrong...er, right! Plus, Lex Luthor tries to reclaim his suicidal property and the Guardian tries to keep Al from embarking on a life of crime in Suicide Slum. FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 4) $2.50 SUPERBOY #65 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART AND COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND KESEL In stores June 16. A guest-star packed issue featuring Young Justice, members of the JLA, the Teen Titans, the Marvel Family, the original Challengers of the Unknown, and more! A certain DC landmark may be the key to Superboy and the original Challengers' return from Hypertime, but if they make it, the Kid's not gonna be too happy about what's been going on at Project Cadmus while he's been gone. Thinking their field agent might never return, they've got the "Help Wanted" sign out, and you won't believe all the people showing up to inquire about the position: Young Justice, Steel, Green Lantern, the Metal Men, the Creeper, Inferno, Risk, Damage, Hawk and Dove, Booster Gold, Heat Wave, Flamebird, and so on! With brief cameos from Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman on tap as well, how's Superboy going to fit back in his own book?! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERGIRL #35 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY LEONARD KIRK AND ROBIN RIGGS In stores June 30. In the conclusion of a 2-part story, Supergirl battles the Parasite in the City of Lights! Unfortunately, it may be lights out for the Maid of Might in Paris, as the Parasite keeps trying to absorb her powers...and her life essence! Meanwhile, watching from a safe distance are the mysterious Mr. Carnivean and Lex Luthor, which can't mean good things for Supergirl! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SUPERMAN: THE DARK SIDE TP WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY KIERON DWYER AND HILARY BARTA; WRAPAROUND COVER BY DWYER AND KARL KESEL ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 16. The popular miniseries ‹ following the Last Son of Krypton's life if he had been raised by Darkseid ‹ is collected in a stunning trade paperback, featuring a new wraparound cover by Kieron Dwyer and Karl Kesel! Rocketed from the doomed planet Krypton, the infant Kal-El's rocket ship crash-lands on Apokolips, forever changing the history of the DC Universe. After the Man of Tomorrow becomes an eager participant in the destruction of New Genesis and a willing disciple of Darkseid, what will happen when Kal-El brings the war against the New Gods to a new battlefield ‹ Earth? For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ELSEWORLD'S FINEST #1 WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART AND WRAPAROUND COVER BY KIERON DWYER AND HILARY BARTA ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 16. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the SUPERMAN: THE DARK SIDE collection, this 2-part Elseworlds tales teams Clark Kent and Bruce Wayne in the pulp-style adventure of a lifetime. (STAR06957) FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 2) PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 ELSEWORLD'S FINEST #2 WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART AND WRAPAROUND COVER BY KIERON DWYER AND HILARY BARTA ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 16. In the conlcusion to this Elseworlds saga by the team behind SUPERMAN: THE DARK SIDE, a new Batman and Superman embrace their heroic destinies. (STAR06958) FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 2) PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95 ******************* SUPERMAN: LAST GOD OF KRYPTON WRITTEN BY WALTER SIMONSON; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY GREG AND TIM HILDEBRANDT In stores June 9. Three living legends collaborate on a stunning, fully-painted Prestige one-shot as writer Walter Simonson (MANHUNTER, Thor) teams with fantasy artists the Brothers Hildebrandt for a tale of a menace to the Man of Steel ‹ and all of Earth ‹ from the dead planet Krypton! Something has survived the destruction of Krypton... and it's coming after that planet's last son, Superman! Cythonna ‹ a vengeful ice goddess from Krypton's ancient past ‹ is heading to Earth, hoping to destroy the last vestige of her homeworld's legacy. When Cythonna blankets the Earth in a deadly blizzard, Superman charges headlong into one of the greatest struggles of his career. For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $4.95* SUPERMAN ADVENTURES #34 WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART AND COVER BY MIKE MANLEY AND TERRY AUSTIN In stores June 2. The Man of Steel's been possessed, and only one man can save him...or at least stop him! An ancient evil is on the loose in Metropolis, and it's taken control of Superman! It's a job only the sorcerous Dr. Fate can handle. At least we hope so, or he may have to banish the Man of Steel to a place with extremely warm temperatures! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* DC UNIVERSE AQUAMAN #58 WRITTEN BY ERIK LARSEN AND GARY CARLSON; ART BY ANDY SMITH AND NORM RAPMUND; COVER BY ERIC BATTLE AND RAPMUND In stores June 16. It's the villain who killed Aquaman's "mother" vs. the villain who killed Aquaman's son, courtesy of guest penciller Andy Smith (SUPERBOY)! DemonGate battles Black Manta for the "honor" of killing Aquaman, who has to beat the winner without his ability to communicate with sea life! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* DC ONE MILLION TP WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON AND VARIOUS; ART BY VAL SEMEIKS, PRENTIS ROLLINS AND VARIOUS; COVER BY SEMEIKS AND ROLLINS In stores June 2. The event that brought the JLA face to face with their 853rd century successors is collected in a mammoth trade paperback! Telling the story of the JLA's first meeting with Justice Legion A ‹ an encounter that nearly became their doom ‹ the DC ONE MILLION collection reprints the issues #1-4 of the popular DC ONE MILLION miniseries, the #1,000,000th issues of JLA and STARMAN in their entirety, along with portions of the tie-in issues of DETECTIVE COMICS, GREEN LANTERN, SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF TOMORROW, and RESURRECTION MAN. The trade paperback also includes text pages summarizing the non-reprinted tie-in issues connected to this landmark event. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 208pg, FC $14.95 DC ONE MILLION 80-PAGE GIANT #1,000,000 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON, CHUCK DIXON, MARK MILLAR, AND VARIOUS; ART BY DUSTY ABELL, MIKE WIERINGO, NORM BREYFOGLE, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY VAL SEMEIKS AND PRENTIS ROLIINS In stores June 9. Return to the world of the 853rd century in an exciting one-shot! Worlds collide in "Crisis One Million" (written by Grant Morrison with art by Dusty Abell and Jim Royal), as Justice Legion A meets its Qwardian counterparts, rally the Simian Universe, and find hope in the past! Plus: The future's Superman and Batman team up for the first time in "System's Finest" (written by Mark Millar with art by Mike Wieringo and Richard Case); Superboy and Impulse try to help repair the damaged Toy Wonder (written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Drew Johnson and Rich Faber); and the Legion of Executive Familiars ‹ a team of super-hero animals ‹ looks for new recruits (written by Mark Schultz with art by Georges Jeanty and Dexter Vines). Also: The future's Aquaman explores his realm (written by Ian Edginton with art by Flint Henry); Superman and Resurrection Man join forces (written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning with art by Norm Breyfogle); and a new Atom makes his startling debut (written by Morrison, with art by Cully Hamner). This issue also features a stunning 2-page pinup by Phil Jimenez. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 80 PG. $4.95 ELSEWORLDS 80-PAGE GIANT #1 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER, CHUCK DIXON, D. CURTIS JOHNSON, AND VARIOUS; ART BY ARIEL OLIVETTI, ENRIQUE VILLAGRAN, AARON LOPRESTI, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY TY TEMPLETON ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 30. It's the most unexpected 80-page Giant of all time (or is that Hypertime?), arriving to turn the DCU on its head! Included: the KINGDOM parody "Dark Knight of the Golden Kingdom" (written by Tom Peyer with art by Ariel Olivetti); President Superman confronting the indignities of "Scandalgate!" (written by Peyer with art by Ty Templeton); and the return of legendary DC scribe Bob Haney (joined by artist Kieron Dwyer) to present an all-new tale of the "Super-Sons of Batman and Superman," a pair of groovy cats who haven't been seen in almost twenty years! Plus: Discover the bizarre BIRDS OF PREY newspaper comic strip "The Vigilantes in Apartment 3-B" (written by Chuck Dixon with art by Enrique Villagran); the Lovecraftian world of "The Reaching Hand," which teams Bruce Wayne, Harvey Dent and some surprising, stretchy super-guests (written by D. Curtis Johnson with art by Aaron Lopresti); the strange tale of "Superman's Babysitter" (written by Elizabeth Glass and YOU ARE HERE's Kyle Baker with art by Baker); and a look at the DCU through the eyes of the music-video industry (written by Bronwyn Carlton with art by Greg Luzniak)! Also: an "Elseworlds We'd Like To See" written by Mark Waid and drawn by Ty Templeton. You've seen Elseworlds tales before, but you've never seen anything like these tales of DC realities that might have been, if only the editors didn't have some sense. FC, 80 PG. $4.95 FANBOY #6 WRITTEN BY MARK EVANIER; ART BY SERGIO ARAGONÉS, STEVE RUDE AND DAN SPIEGLE; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND AND ARAGONÉS In stores June 16. The incredible adventures of Finster conclude as he meets Wonder Woman courtesy of legendary artists Sergio Aragonés, Steve Rude (LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE) and Dan Spiegle! How does a loveable loser like Finster wind up spending time with the most beautiful woman in comics? Find out as Evanier, Aragonés and Rude bring you Finster's date with Wonder Woman (well, Finster thinks it's a date, anyway). You'll have to see it to believe it! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 6) $2.50 THE FLASH #151 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY, MARK WAID AND BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART BY DUNCAN ROULEAU, AARON SOWD AND PAUL PELLETIER; COVER BY STEVE LIGHTLE In stores June 23. Robin and Aqualad guest-star in a flashback issue written by Joe Casey (Cable, WILD TIMES: GEN13), with art by Duncan Rouleau and Aaron Sowd! After the extra-special issue #150, Waid, Augustyn, Pelletier, and Russell take a one-issue break, so they just provide a framing sequence for this tale from early in Wally West's career, when he and a pal from his neighborhood had to head off an attempted Gorilla City invasion of America! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* GIANTKILLER #1 WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY DAN BRERETON; PAINTED COVER BY BRERETON In stores June 16. The artist of BATMAN: THRILLKILLER and The Nocturnals introduces a world of deadly, fantastic monsters in a fully-painted miniseries! When a mysterious comet spawns enormous monsters in the Northwestern United States, the government creates a human/monster hybrid to stop them: a "giantkiller" named Jack. But can Jack exterminate one side of his fantastic heritage, especially after he meets a beautiful loner named Jill, whose connection to the monsters is a mystery unto itself? For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.50 GIANTKILLER A TO Z: A FIELD GUIDE TO BIG MONSTERS WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY DAN BRERETON; PAINTED COVER BY BRERETON In stores June 16. Arm yourself with the facts you'll need to survive the new age of monsters with this stunning one-shot written and painted by GIANTKILLER's Dan Brereton! The only place to get the complete details on all twenty-six monsters that Jack ‹ the Giantkiller ‹ must defeat in battle to save the Earth, the FIELD GUIDE introduces the monsters (each corresponding to a different letter of the alphabet): from AKAI, BANJAX and CETHLU to XAX, YMIR and ZOMM, and provides valuable insight into their background and powers through the journal entries of Jack's mysterious ally, the crossbow-toting Jill. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GREEN LANTERN #115 WRITTEN BY DAN JURGENS; ART BY MIKE MILLER AND SALEEM CRAWFORD; COVER BY JURGENS AND AUSTIN In stores June 9. Plastic Man and Booster Gold guest-star in a 2-part story written by Dan Jurgens! A mysterious package is accidentally delivered to Kyle's apartment, and its owner ‹ surprisingly enough, a super-villain ‹ will do anything to get it back. It seems like your typical super-hero fun and games until Plastic Man is captured. Now GL and Booster may have to sacrifice the package's contents to save Plas' life! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* HITMAN #40 WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARRY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA In stores June 30. Part 2 of a 4-part epic revealing the unimaginable secrets of Tommy's rival, assassin Ringo Chen! The tension between Tommy and Ringo escalates, now becoming apparent even to the crew at Noonan's. Tommy pays a visit to Wendy to try and defuse the situation and explain that Ringo may even hang up his guns for her ‹ of course, that's when Ringo enters Wendy's apartment and finds them together. Meanwhile, Waterman and his gun-toting thugs are hot on Ringo's trail and hell is about to break loose! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 HITMAN: LOCAL HEROES TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA, CARLOS EZQUERRA AND STEVE PUGH; COVER BY MCCREA In store June 9. The most over-the-top HITMAN collection to date finds Tommy Monaghan battling Green Lantern, Western outlaws and an army of zombified sea creatures! Reprinting HITMAN #9-14 and the "Pulp Heroes" HITMAN ANNUAL #1, this volume includes the 4-part "Local Heroes," the 2-part "Zombie Night at the Gotham Aquarium," and the "Spaghetti Western"-style adventure "A Coffin Full of Dollars." For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HITMAN TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA, CARLOS EZQUERRA AND STEVE PUGH; COVER BY MCCREA In store June 9. Timed to coincide with the releae of HITMAN: LOCAL HEROES, rediscover the first appearances of Tommy Monaghan. (STAR02992) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $9.95 ******************* HOURMAN #5 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER; ART BY RAGS MORALES AND DAVID MEIKIS; COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND JOHN DELL In stores June 9. A critical turning point for the Man of the Hour! He's fought Amazo, cheated death with Tomorrow Woman, and gone toe-to-toe with the Lord of Time. Now Hourman faces his greatest challenge yet: reliving the entire life of the original Hourman, Rex Tyler, in a single hour! Taking the last of Rex Tyler's Miraclo pills, the legacy of the Golden Age, his place in the new JSA, and his quest to experience what it is to be human all come together in sixty unbelievable minutes. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 IMPULSE #51 WRITTEN BY TODD DEZAGO; ART BY ETHAN VAN SCIVER AND PRENTIS ROLLINS; COVER BY VAN SCIVER AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores June 9. The new creative team of writer Todd Dezago and artists Ethan Van Sciver and Prentis Rollins puts Bart through his paces! Forgetting a friend's birthday shouldn't be a problem for the fastest kid alive, right? The second he remembers, he can just run off and pick up the ideal gift. But when Bart forgets his buddy Preston's b-day, things don't work out quite like he hopes, since the villain known as the Fog Prince stands between Impulse and the perfect present...and the clock is ticking. (Note: Look for Impulse in LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #19, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews.) FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JLA #32 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID AND DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY MARK PAJARILLO AND WALDEN WONG; COVER BY HOWARD PORTER AND JOHN DELL In stores June 30. The first of two issues by guest writers Mark Waid (THE KINGDOM) and Devin Grayson (THE TITANS) and the team of Mark Pajarillo and Walden Wong (THE KINGDOM: KID FLASH) reveals the role the JLA has played in "No Man's Land"! With Gotham City cut off from the rest of the nation and crime running rampant on what's left of its streets, people across the land have wondered what the JLA is going to do about it. That question is answered as Batman's most powerful allies struggle to protect the innocent and punish an unexpected group of foes that is trying to use Gotham's misfortune for its own benefit. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* JSA #1 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON AND DAVID S. GOYER; ART BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI AND MICHAEL BAIR; COVER BY ALAN DAVIS AND MARK FARMER In stores June 23. The Original Super-Hero Team is reborn in an all-new ongoing series! Starman, Hourman, the new Star-Spangled Kid, Black Canary, and more rise to face a mysterious villain who has already killed a hero from the original JSA, and may kill at least one member of the new team to attain his ultimate goal: taking control of the sorcerous power of a new Dr. Fate! Who is the Dark Lord? And who will become the new Dr. Fate? For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.50* JSA SECRET FILES #1 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON, DAVID S. GOYER AND VARIOUS; ART BY SCOTT BENEFIEL, MARK PROPST, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI AND MICHAEL BAIR In stores June 16. A week before the all-new JSA monthly debuts, get the inside story on how the latest incarnation of the original super-team came together for the very first time in an exciting one-shot! Regular JSA writers James Robinson and David S. Goyer join the SENSATION COMICS art team of Scott Benefiel and Mark Propst to present the team's first gathering, along with the final fate of one of the Justice Society's original members! Plus: Black Canary meets Fate (written by Steven Grant with art by Eddy Newell); and Sentinel spends some time with the new Star-Spangled Kid (written by Ron Marz with art by Chris Weston). Plus, a look at the JSA's headquarters; and profile pages on the new lineup and some new foes, with art by Roger Robinson, Darryl Banks, Scott Benefiel, Jason Pearson, Alex Maleev, Tom Mandrake, Eric Battle, and more! FC, 64 PG. $4.95* STAR OF THE MONTH JUSTICE RIDERS WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 2. Timed to coincide with the release of PROMETHEA #1 from AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, this stunning Prestige one-shot features art by the PROMETHEA team of J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray and casts the members of the JLA in an Old West adventure. (STAR3084) FC, 64 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $5.95 ****************** LEGENDS OF THE DC UNIVERSE #19 WRITTEN BY JASON HERNANDEZ-ROSENBLATT; ART BY POP MHAN AND ROMEO TANGHAL; PAINTED COVER BY DUNCAN FEGREDO In stores June 9. Impulse stars in a self-contained issue that sets the stage for next month's JLA Annuals event! Meet Gorbul Mammit, the son of Gorilla Grodd. His goal? To restore apes as the dominant lifeform on Earth. Only Impulse and Max Mercury stand in the way of an army of apes looking to reshuffle the deck that evolution dealt them. FC, 32 PG. $1.99* LEGIONNAIRES #74 WRITTEN BY TOM MCCRAW AND ROGER STERN; ART AND COVER BY JEFF MOY AND W.C. CARANI In stores June 9. The battle between the Legion and the Elements of Disaster has powerful reprecussions for the Legionnaires as one hero faces punishment for derilection of duty, while others must deal with the deaths of their friends and allies. And what about Dragonmage, whose quest for power was responsible for the entire tragedy? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #118 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER AND TOM MCCRAW; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND RAY KRYSSING; COVER BY ALAN DAVIS AND MARK FARMER In stores June 23. The conclusion of the Legion's 3-part battle with Lord Pernisius, the villain super- charged by the collected fragments of the Rock of Eternity! Thanks to the Eternium, Pernisius has become an all-powerful giant, seeing the Legionnaires as nothing more than annoying fleas! But is there another force behind Pernisius' actions? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 MARTIAN MANHUNTER #9 WRITTEN BY JOHN OSTRANDER; ART AND COVER BY TOM MANDRAKE In stores June 2. The JLA guest-stars in the senses-shattering conclusion to "Justice For All." For months, J'onn has been plagued by the ruthless machinations of Malefic. Now, pushed to the edge of his endurance, the Martian Manhunter and his allies from the JLA battle J'onn's brother in one of the most astonishing showdowns of the year! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* PLASTIC MAN SPECIAL #1 WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON; ART BY AARON LOPRESTI, DEV MADAN, RICK BURCHETT, AND CLAUDE ST. AUBIN; COVER BY TEMPLETON In stores June 2. The JLA's wackiest warrior takes center stage in his own hilarious, extra-length special, written by Ty Templeton (BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES)! In "Plastic Fantastic" (with art by Aaron Lopresti), our star is transformed into a pop icon courtesy of his super-popular basketball-shoe commercial! Then, in "The Secreted Origin of Woozy Winks" (with art by Dev Madan and Claude St. Aubin), discover the origins of Plastic Man and Woozy, their past adventures as (sort of) super-spies, and the disgusting reason why Mr. Winks is so woozy! Finally, in "The Age of Crisis on Infinite Clones Saga, starring Plastic Man Red and Plastic Man Blue ‹ Chapter One Million: Onslaught of the Secret Genesis Wars Agenda" (with art by Rick Burchett), Plas stars in the ultimate crowd-pleasing saga that combines every mega-crossover comic you've ever seen ‹ in eight pages! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. $3.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PLASTIC MAN ARCHIVES VOLUME 1 HC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JACK COLE; COVER BY ALEX TOTH In stores June 2. Timed to coincide with the release of PLASTIC MAN SPECIAL #1, rediscover the groundbreaking Golden Age adventures that started it all, reprinted from POLICE COMICS #1-20. (STAR08602) FC, 224 PG. HARDCOVER BOOK $49.95 ******************* RESURRECTION MAN #27 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART AND COVER BY BUTCH GUICE In stores June 9. A guest-star packed final issue concludes the 3-part "Millennium Meteor." As Earth's mightiest heroes (Superman, Wonder Woman and members of the Titans and Young Justice) fall before the reality-altering power of Warp Child, it's up to Mitch Shelley, Vandal Savage and the Immortal Man to track down the monster. Can they succeed where the others have failed? More important, can these mortal enemies work together long enough to defeat a common foe? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES VOLUME 2 HC WRITTEN BY BILL PARKER, JOE SIMON AND VARIOUS; ART BY C.C. BECK, JACK KIRBY, PETE COSTANZA, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY BECK In stores June 30. The reprints of Captain Marvel's Golden Age adventures continue with this long-awaited hardcover collection! This handsome volume includes SPECIAL EDITION COMICS #1, CAPTAIN MARVEL ADVENTURES #1 (by the team of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby), and the Captain Marvel stories from WHIZ COMICS #19-20, as well as stories from WHIZ COMICS #15-18, which feature Cap's first- ever crossover with another character: fellow WHIZ mainstay Spy Smasher. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 232 PG. HARDCOVER BOOK $49.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE POWER OF SHAZAM! SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JERRY ORDWAY; PAINTED COVER BY ORDWAY In stores June 30. A timeless take on the origin of Captain Marvel is captured in this beautiful softcover, reoffered to coincide with the release of THE SHAZAM! ARCHIVES Volume 2. (STAR0925) SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $7.50 ******************* STARMAN #56 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON AND DAVID S. GOYER; ART BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI, PETER SNEJBJERG AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; PAINTED COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores June 2. Jack Knight's journey through space nears a surprising conclusion! Tracking former Starman Will Payton's energy signal, Jack and Mikaal arrive at Kranaltine, the Throneworld of the empire ruled by another former Starman. How are the two legacies related? Meanwhile, in Opal City, the O'Dare clan is in the middle of a massive murder investigation in which the prime suespect is none other than The Shade. Complicating the case further is the arrival of several costumed adventurers to the city, among them Phantom Lady, Black Condor, and last, but not least, the Elongated Man! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STARS AND S.T.R.I.P.E. #1 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART AND COVER BY LEE MODER AND DAN DAVIS In stores June 9. You've seen her in issue #0, you'll be seeing her in JSA #1, but here it is: the origin and first adventure of DC's newest Star! Freshly moved to Blue Valley (former home of Kid Flash!), Courtney Whitmore learns a secret about her new step-dad, Pat: he was once known as Stripesy, the Golden Age sidekick of the original Star-Spangled Kid! And what better way to irritate the new dad by forcing him to be a sidekick again... to her, as the new Star-Spangled Kid makes her action-packed debut at Blue Valley High? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH TEEN TITANS ANNUAL #1 (1967) WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY VARIOUS; COVER BY NICK CARDY In stores June 2. Timed to coincide with the release of GIANT BATMAN ANNUAL #1 ‹ FACSIMILE EDITION, this "lost" annual reprints classic Silver Age stories of the original Teen Titans, in the same format as the Batman collection. (STAR08739) FC, 80 PG. $4.95 **************** THE TITANS #6 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; COVER BY RICK MAYS In stores June 16. Green Lantern guest-stars as Red Panzer attacks Troia and Arsenal! The Panzer's willing to burn all of Harlem (with the help of his neo-Nazi commandos) to kill our heroes, but Kyle Rayner isn't about to let that happen! Plus: what's the secret about Arsenal's daughter Lian's babysitter, and how will it put Lian in jeopardy? FC, 32 PG. $2.50* VEXT #6 WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN; ART AND COVER BY MIKE MCKONE AND MIKE MCKENNA In stores June 2. Final tear-stained issue. What could be worse luck for the god of mishap than being cancelled? Well...open on a sweeping saga of Vext's time in heaven in the midst of a war between celestial realms. Pan down on Vext's neighbor, Coleen, being interrogated by the Zone Monitors looking for Vext. Pan down even further onto Aaron Caldwell, who's usurped the power of a god. What god...you don't wanna know. What follows is not going to be pretty, as VEXT goes out with a bang. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 WONDER WOMAN #147 WRITTEN BY ERIC LUKE; ART BY YANICK PAQUETTE AND BOB MCLEOD; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores June 23. The GodWar begins and the first casualty is Diana's powers! The Children of Cronus attack Olympus, and Cronus unleashes his newfound power, casting the Greek panthenon of gods from their throne...leaving Wonder Woman completely powerless! And as her gods desert her, Diana has to fight off an attack from the Cult of Cronus...alone! (Note: Look for WONDER WOMAN in FANBOY #6, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews.) FC, 32 PG. $1.99* YOUNG JUSTICE #11 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART BY ANGEL UNZUETA, JAIME MENDOZA AND LARY STUCKER; COVER BY TODD NAUCK AND STUCKER In stores June 2. The team goes undercover to rescue Red Tornado and his adopted daughter, but who are the bad guys they're trying to stop? It's Young Justice versus the government! FC, 32 PG. $2.50* DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE ANIMANIACS FEATURING PINKY AND THE BRAIN #51 WRITTEN BY JENNIFER MOORE, SEAN CAROLAN, JOE EDKIN, AND VARIOUS; ART BY LEO BATIC AND WALTER CARZON In stores June 9. All heckola breaks loose when the Warner sibs torment a best-selling horror novelist in "Away With Wurds!" Pinky and the Brain experience explosive decompression in "Crossed Signals!" And Katie Kaboom is a...bridesmaid? FC, 32 PG. $1.99* CARTOON NETWORK PRESENTS #24 WRITTEN BY TERRY COLLINS; ART BY JOHN DELANEY AND DAVE COOPER In stores June 16. Final issue. Scrappy Doo has arrived! Get ready for pizza, perky pooches, power punches, and a pesky phantom in "Puppy Power!" Plus, Goober and the Ghostchasers make their moves on a malicious movie-making monster! (Note: Look for the debut of the all-new CARTOON NETWORK STARRING... in the next issue of Previews.) FC, 32 PG. $1.99* LOONEY TUNES #55 WRITTEN BY VARIOUS; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ AND MIKE DECARLO In stores June 23. Be vewy vewy quiet ‹ Fudd's hunting wabbits! But that wascally wapscallion has a few twicks up his sweeve in "Twuce or Consequences!" Sylvester Jr. puts his frantic fah-ther through the wringer when a "baby brother" shows up on their door. Plus: Daffy! Wile E.! Taz! And more! FC, 32 PG. $1.99* SCOOBY-DOO #25 WRITTEN BY JOE EDKIN AND TERRANCE GRIEP; ART BY VINCENT DIPORTER AND DON PERLIN In stores June 2. Get down and get funky with the Phantom of the Mosh Pit! Can Mystery Inc. resolve the riddle of a boogying bogie before he discoes Daphne's pal's dance club to its doom? Plus, an ancient Irish feud leads to ghosts, ghosts and more ghosts in a creepy underground cavern in "The Caves of Castle Finn!" FC, 32 PG. $1.99* WILDSTORM: WILD TIMES WILD TIMES: DEATHBLOW WRITTEN BY NORMAN PARTRIDGE; ART AND COVER BY TOMMY LEE EDWARDS In stores June 30. Award-winning horror and mystery author Norman Partridge (The Ten- Ounce Siesta) teams with artist Tommy Lee Edwards (The Crow) for a Wild West adventure starring Deathblow! As the sun sets on the 19th century in a world that might have been, Michael Cray, AKA Deathblow, is one of the last of the old-time gunslingers, lamenting the loss of the open range. But if locomotives, barbed wire, and westward expansion seem to spell doom for the range, how much worse will it be when a ruthless industrialist gets his hands on an impossible invention: the steam-powered airplane? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG $2.50 WILD TIMES: DV8 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY KEVIN ALTIERI; COVER BY ALTIERI In stores June 30. The Deviants are caught up in the intrigues of World War II in an adventure set during the WildStorm century that might have been, courtesy of writer/artist Kevin Altieri (GEN13: GRUNGE SAVES THE WORLD)! A young Russian soldier unprepared for the horrors of World War II goes AWOL, only to be taken prisoner by the U.S. Forced to choose between being returned to the Russians for punishment or taking part in a secret military experiment, he joins other army "deviants" in a bold operation that will change the war's outcome. Can this timid grunt be transformed into the ultimate soldier he never wanted to be? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG $2.50 WILD TIMES: GEN13 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART AND COVER BY JASON JOHNSON AND EDWIN ROSELL In stores June 30. A way-out one-shot finds the Gen-Actives in the swingin' sixties, courtesy of Joe Casey (Cable) and artists Jason Johnson and Edwin Rosell (GEN13: INTERACTIVE PLUS!)! In a world that wasn't, five hipster teens ‹ the counterculture cats known only as GEN13 ‹ try to find peace and love and struggle to make the world happy by ‹ what else? ‹ stickin' it to the Man. But can even our heroes stop the Man? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG $2.50 WILD TIMES: GRIFTER WRITTEN BY MAX ALLAN COLLINS; ART AND COVER BY PAUL SMITH In stores June 30. The WILDCATS have some WILD TIMES during Prohibition in a gangbuster of a one-shot written by Max Allan Collins (ROAD TO PERDITION) with art by Paul Smith (LEAVE IT TO CHANCE, X-Men)! Standing out like a sore thumb in the free- wheeling extravagance of the 1920s, top cop Cole Cash fights to maintain order in a big city chock-full of hustlers and organized crime. While the mob lets loose with hot lead on every corner, temptation saunters through the city in the form of the seductive flapper known only as Voodoo. Grab your Tommy Gun, 'cause this "Grifter" is in for one wild ride. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG $2.50 WILD TIMES: WETWORKS WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY AARON LOPRESTI In stores June 30. The wettest heroes in comics fight atomic sea creatures in the 1950s, courtesy of writer Mark Waid (THE KINGDOM, THE FLASH) and artist Aaron Lopresti (GEN13 BOOTLEG)! In a 1950s that never was, atomic testing is vital to national security. But when that testing unleashes dangers of its own ‹ monsters more terrifying than any "Red Menace" ‹ the U.S. calls on WetWorks, the toughest team ever to brave the briny deep! Immerse yourself in aquatic action alongside Dane, Pilgrim, Jester, Grail, and the rest in a drama-drenched, water-logged adventure! For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG $2.50 WILDSTORM THE AUTHORITY #4 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY BRYAN HITCH AND PAUL NEARY In stores June 23. It's the explosive conclusion to the Authority's first mission as an army of superpowered terrorists approach Los Angeles! They're traveling at 700 miles per hour. They're only five miles from L.A. Now, only seven people stand between one of the most horrible threats ever seen on Earth and one of America's biggest cities in an unbelievably violent and destructive confrontation. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CRIMSON #12 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores June 9. Saint George visits the Templar Knights and tries to convince them to leave New York without a fight. But they're out for blood and make him confront his most dire nightmare: The Dragon. Also, Alex finds Ekimus, with whom he finally meets the eerie Lisseth. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 DARKCHYLDE SUMMER SWIMSUIT SPECTACULAR ART BY RANDY QUEEN, JIM LEE, BRANDON PETERSON, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY QUEEN AND JASON GORDER In stores June 2. Randy Queen and friends return to heat up the summer with some of the most stunning, modern pin-up images you'll ever see! Following in the steps of previous, sold-out swimsuit specials starring Ariel Chylde and friends, this exciting one-shot features sexy interpretations from today's most sizzling artists, including DARKCHYLDE creator Randy Queen, Jim Lee, and many, many more! For more information, see the feature article. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. NO INTERIOR ADS $3.95 DREAMS OF THE DARKCHYLDE #0 WRITTEN BY RANDY QUEEN; ART BY BRANDON PETERSON; COVER BY QUEEN AND JASON GORDER In stores June 16. An all-new DARKCHYLDE series debuts, featuring gorgeous art by Brandon Peterson (X-Men)! This special "zero issue" serves as a prelude to next month's terrifying issue #1, with an electrifying new story of Ariel Chylde written by series creator Randy Queen. Rounding out the issue are a sketchbook section, Peterson's computer-painted images of Ariel and a sneak peek at the new DARKCHYLDE toys. Note: A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH DARKCHYLDE TP WRITTEN BY RANDY QUEEN; ART AND COVER BY QUEEN AND JASON GORDER In stores June 9. Timed to coincide with the launch of the new DREAMS OF THE DARKCHYLDE ongoing series and the DARKCHYLDE SUMMER SWIMSUIT SPECTACULAR, this stunning trade paperback features over 100 gorgeous pages of Ariel in action! Reprinting DARKCHYLDE #1-5 ‹ the entire hit miniseries that introduced Darkchylde to the comics-reading world ‹ in one exciting volume, the DARKCHYLDE TP also includes a special "From Conception to Reality" feature chronicling the genesis of one of the most popular new comic-book characters of the 1990s. (STAR08704) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $19.95 DEATHBLOW/WOLVERINE TP WRITTEN BY ARON WIESENFELD; ART AND COVER BY WIESENFELD AND RICHARD BENNETT In stores June 30. Timed to coincide with the release of WILD TIMES: DEATHBLOW, rediscover the incredible Eisner Award-nominated crossover between two of the toughest contenders in comics! (STAR09150) SC, 7X10, 64PG, FC $8.95 ******************* DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY COLLECTED EDITION #3 WRITTEN BY JIM LEE; ART AND COVER BY LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 2. GEN13's Caitlin Fairchild and John Lynch guest-star in a Prestige one- shot reprinting issues #5 and #6 of the popular series. Updated by writer/penciller Jim Lee and inker Scott Williams, this issue is recommended for mature readers because of the intensity of the new material. Max and his trio of holographic "guardian angels" continue their search for his internet love interest, the mysterious Susanna Chaste. Traveling from a black-tie affair to a strange and beautiful world, Max begins to accept unfamiliar powers and his own potential godhood. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 56 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $5.95 STAR OF THE MONTH DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY COLLECTED EDITION #1 WRITTEN BY JIM LEE; ART AND COVER BY LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 2. Timed to coincide with the release of DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY COLLECTED EDITION #3, this handsome collection reprints the first two sold-out issues of the popular series. (STAR09163) MATURE READERS FC, 56 PG. PRESTIGE FORMAT $5.95 ********************* DV8 #29 WRITTEN BY MIKE HEISLER; ART BY AL RIO, PASCAL ALIXE, TREVOR SCOTT, AND ALEX GARNER; COVER BY JASON JOHNSON In stores June 23. It's downtime for the girls of DV8 as Sublime, Freestyle and Copycat head into nearby Washington D.C. for a day of shopping and an evening of recreation ‹ only to find that they're in town on the very same day that new patriotic hero Lieutenant Liberty has chosen to reveal his existence to the world! Meanwhile, Leon Carver's life as Frostbite comes to a definite close ‹ and his new life as an independent deep-cover agent begins ‹ when he's introduced to a surprising (and long-believed-dead) figure from WildStorm's past! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GEN13 #42 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN MAGUIRE In stores June 16. Following the traumatic events of the last few issues we find the Gen13 kids in a more lighthearted adventure, courtesy of fan-favorites writer Joe Casey and artist Kevin Maguire. While on the road, the team stops off in Atlanta and becomes embroiled in a misadventure that involves both spies and ‹ professional wrestlers?!? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH GEN13: INTERACTIVE PLUS! TP WRITTEN BY MIKE HEISLER AND VARIOUS; ART BY JASON JOHNSON, EDWIN ROSELL AND VARIOUS In stores June 30. Timed to coincide with the release of WILD TIMES: GEN13, relive the excitement of this choose-your-own-adventure experiment, featuring art by the WILD TIMES: GEN13 art team of Jason Johnson and Edwin Rosell! (STAR09166) FC, 104 PG. TRADE PAPERBACK $11.95 PLANETARY #5 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores June 23. Related from the bed of a secret hospital: an even more secret history. Discover the story of Doctor Axel Brass, the forgotten pre-war adventurer who spent fifty years guarding the multiversal door opened by a computer he couldn't shut off. It's an untold story of greatness in America, of jungle kings and covert operators and mad laughter in the night. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STORMWATCH: CHANGE OR DIE TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY TOM RANEY, RANDY ELLIOTT, OSCAR JIMENEZ, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY RANEY In stores June 2. An exciting trade paperback reprinting issues from writer Warren Ellis' run on STORMWATCH collects two classic adventures of the team that would evolve into The Authority! Reprinting STORMWATCH #48-50 and STORMWATCH Volume 2 #1-3, CHANGE OR DIE includes the compelling story of a legendary 1930s hero who emerges from solitude with a plan to start civilization anew with the help of a cadre of super-human idealists and the thrilling "Strange Weather," in which the 'Watch ‹ now under the command of a new, saner Weatherman ‹ can only save the world from a bizarre mutanegenic threat if it disobeys an edict that forbids the team from operating on U.S. soil. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $14.95 HOMAGE COMICS KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY VOLUME 2 #18 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 23. Steeljack's been trying to stay straight since he got out of jail. But now his only chance to find out who's been killing small-time super-villains may be to go back to the wrong side of the law! Can he do it? Can he discover the truth before the heroes close in? And if he goes back to his old life, will he ever be able to make it out again?" FC, 32 PG. $2.50 KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: FAMILY ALBUM HC WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 16. The third collection of the award-winning series is released in a stunning hardcover, featuring a brand-new painted cover by Alex Ross! Showcasing the First Family, Jack-in-the-Box, the Junkman, Loony Leo, and more, KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: FAMILY ALBUM collects KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY Vol. 2 #1-3 and #10-13, plus sketchbook material and an introduction by novelist/scriptwriter/essayist Harlan Ellison. A signed version is offered in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. Note: Available quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. All orders for the previously solicited SIGNED & NUMBERED hardcover edition of FAMILY ALBUM have been cancelled. FC, 224 PG. HARDCOVER BOOK $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY HC WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 16. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the FAMILY ALBUM hardcover, this striking collection reprints the groundbreaking ASTRO CITY miniseries in a hardcover edition. Note: available quanitities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR08681) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $29.95 ****************** AMERICA'S BEST COMICS PROMETHEA #1 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 2. Alan Moore and the art team of J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray (JUSTICE RIDERS, CHASE) introduce the first super-heroine from the world of AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, with a painted cover by Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME)! In the streets of a modern-day New York incredibly different from the one we know, college student Sophie Bangs is researching a centuries-old myth of a warrior-woman called Promethea. But the truth about Promethea is both stranger than the fiction and a fiction itself, and if Sophie can't figure it out in time, she'll be killed by one of Promethea's enemies. But if she does figure it out, Sophie will become the ultimate embodiment of the Promethea legend. For more information, see the feature article. (Note: 1 in 4 copies will feature a variant cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.) FC, 40 PG. $3.50 TOM STRONG #3 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY CHRIS SPROUSE AND AL GORDON In stores June 16. In the thrilling third issue of America's Best Comics' flagship title, the pulp-science- fiction powerhouse finds marvelous Millennium City ‹ and indeed his entire Earth ‹ menaced by the trans- dimensional terror of the Aztechs! In the first appearance of these sun-worshipping cyber-conquerors from a parallel world, Tom Strong must fight alone within the golden Ziggurat of Fear as he struggles to survive the perils and pitfalls of "Aztech Nights." FC, 32 PG. $2.95 WILDSTORM EMPORIUM OFFERED AGAIN O/A DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY POSTER ART BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores June 23. Join Max Faraday, Tobruk, and Brande in the heat of battle in this stunning 24" x 36" poster, reprinting the striking Jim Lee and Scott Williams cover to DIVINE RIGHT: THE ADVENTURES OF MAX FARADAY #2. Broadsword not included. Note: Available quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. FC, POSTER $6.95 **************** VERTIGO THE BOOKS OF MAGIC #63 WRITTEN BY PETER HOGAN; ART BY GARY AMARO; PAINTED COVER BY MICHAEL WM. KALUTA In stores June 9. A long-unseen character from THE SANDMAN returns for this special issue, guest-written by Peter Hogan (THE DREAMING) with art by original THE BOOKS OF MAGIC series artist Gary Amaro. When young mage Tim Hunter is kidnapped by mystically-inclined gangsters, he learns of an ancient power operating at the heart of London's underworld. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CRUEL AND UNUSUAL #3 WRITTEN BY JAMIE DELANO AND TOM PEYER; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND ANDREW CHIU; PAINTED COVER BY MCCREA In stores June 2. Stuck in a hellhole of a private Florida prison, Bobbie Flint reluctantly becomes "Warden Whiplash" ‹ the depraved, spike-heeled mistress of "Jail TV." But Bobbie's plans to shut the jail down aren't working out as she planned, and, when tragedy strikes, Warden Whiplash may find herself on the wrong end of the whip. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 4) $2.95 THE DREAMING #39 WRITTEN BY CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN; ART BY SHAWN MCMANUS, CHRISTIAN HØJGAARD AND TEDDY KRISTIANSEN; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores June 16. A bold, self-contained issue designed to serve as a jumping-on point for new readers, "The Lost Language of Flowers" features a new look courtesy of cover artist Dave McKean and a lead story ilustrated by Shawn McManus (THE SANDMAN: A GAME OF YOU), with a framing sequence drawn by THE DREAMING's Christian Højgaard and Teddy Kristiansen. A troubled teenager embarks on a surreal journey through The Dreaming to free her sister from the deadly grip of the Three Witches, encountering many of the fantastic inhabitants of the Dream King's realm along the way, including Eve, Lucien, Mervyn Pumpkinhead, and Goldie. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 FLINCH #3 WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS, JOHN ROZUM AND SCOTT CUNNINGHAM; ART BY KIERON DWYER, KELLEY JONES AND MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY SUE COE In stores June 23. VERTIGO's new ongoing horror anthology offers three offbeat horror stories to darken your summer days and nightmares. In "Satanic," that well-known star-crossed ship on its maiden voyage goes down yet again in a horrific yarn based on a nightmare (written by Garth Ennis, with art by Kieron Dwyer); in "Night Terrors," a young boy awaits his primal fear in front of a ticking grandfather clock (written by John Rozum and illustrated by Kelley Jones); and in "A Walk In the Park," a stroke-ridden old woman is taken for a sadistic spin through Central Park by her homicidal nurse (written by Scott Cunningham and illustrated by Marcelo Frusin). MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 HAPPYDALE: DEVILS IN THE DESERT #1 WRITTEN BY ANDREW NABB; ART AND WRAPAROUND COVER BY SETH FISHER In stores June 16. A small town that isn't quite what it seems comes to life in a profoundly different 2-issue Prestige Format miniseries. Happydale is a small mid-American town like many others...at least on the surface. But slightly below that placid surface, there's something...different. The residents are happy, they all get along, but there's something weird about pretty much all of them, from the circus-level fat ladies to the midgets and giants, from the three-eyed man to the three-headed boy. It doesn't seem like anything can break the peacefulness of Happydale's small-town life, at least until a depraved serial killer and his two psychopathic companions decide to take a break from their desert-wide killing spree and set out to take over the sleepy little town. But these newcomers have bitten off more than they can chew... For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 64 PG. (1 OF 2) PRESTIGE FORMAT $6.95 HELLBLAZER #140 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY FRANK TERAN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores June 23. A 6-issue sequence of self-contained stories by different artists begins with the claustrophobic terror of "Locked." Imagine a room that was irrevocably stained by the acts of bottomless evil that transpired within it, a room that was so impregnated with hate and death that anyone who entered would struggle not to succumb to its power. Now imagine John Constantine locked in that room with the man who committed those atrocities in the first place. The only way out is for one of them to crack. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE INVISIBLES VOLUME 3 #8 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY SEAN PHILLIPS AND JAY STEPHENS; PAINTED COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores June 30. The countdown to the year 2000 continues with Part 1 of the 4-part "Karmageddon!" Lady Edith Manning, King Mob's first love from the 1930s, takes center stage in a tantric quartet of lust, glory, revenge, and redemption. As the Marquis de Sade's vision of the future is exposed, King Mob travels to India, where he visits Lady Edith for the last time. The shocking truth is revealed about... the owner of the Hand of Glory, the identity of the Harliquinade, and which Invisibles team member attempted suicide ‹ and whether or not he was successful. FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 12) $2.95 NEIL GAIMAN & CHARLES VESS' STARDUST TP WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY CHARLES VESS In stores June 30. A stunning, oversized trade paperback collection of the critically acclaimed "fairy story for adults" by writer Neil Gaiman (THE SANDMAN) and artist Charles Vess (THE SANDMAN, The Book of Ballads and Sagas). Featuring a new cover by Vess, this beautiful edition reprints the contents of the sold-out hardcover (including early character sketches). The haunting illustrated prose story follows a young man with a magically mixed parentage and the quest he undertakes at a lover's bidding...a quest that takes him to realms he never imagined. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 224pg, FC $19.95 100 BULLETS #1 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores June 2. The writer-artist team behind the acclaimed JONNY DOUBLE returns with a gripping new ongoing series, featuring painted covers by artist Dave Johnson ("The Justice Society Returns!"). Everyone talks about "getting away with murder," but what would you do if you were given irrefutable proof of the identity of the one that "done you wrong," the opportunity to kill them and the means to get away with it, scot-free? When former gangbanger Dizzy Cordova meets the mysterious Agent Graves, she is given the opportunity of a lifetime in the form of an attaché case containing the proof, the gun, and the carte blanche immunity to exact revenge for the drive-by shootings that killed her family. Now she faces the hardest decision of her life in the form of a question that has no easy answer: If you could get away with murder, and your victim truly deserved it, what would you do? For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 PREACHER #52 WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY STEVE DILLON; PAINTED COVER BY GLENN FABRY In stores June 2. The 2-part story of Tulip's mysterious past concludes in "Even Hitgirls Get The Blues." Young Tulip receives the best Christmas present ever, and shares it with someone who really deserves it. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE SANDMAN: FABLES AND REFLECTIONS HC ‹ NEW PRINTING WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; ART BY P. CRAIG RUSSELL, BRYAN TALBOT, SHAWN MCMANUS, JILL THOMPSON, AND VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores June 16. The new hardcover reprintings of THE SANDMAN (featuring the numbered trade dress designed by Dave McKean for the trade-paperback editions) continue with this volume, reprinting THE SANDMAN #29-31, #38-40, #50, THE SANDMAN SPECIAL #1, and the Sandman story from VERTIGO PREVIEW. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 264pg, FC $29.95 THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: LOVE STREET #2 WRITTEN BY PETER HOGAN; ART BY MICHAEL ZULLI AND VINCE LOCKE; PAINTED COVER BY DUNCAN FEGREDO In stores June 30. A teenaged John Constantine has a life-changing adventure in a miniseries connected to Morpheus' imprisonment in the Waking World. On the eve of their dear friend's passing, HELLBLAZER'S John Constantine meets up with Ollie, an old mate from his teenager days. United by their awareness of a sinister magical threat, they take a trip down memory lane to uncover the terrifying events of the fateful 1968 occult garden party where the location of the imprisoned Lord Morpheus remained unknown to all but one vagabond dream whose brash ambitions had dire consequences in the Waking World and beyond. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 3) $2.95 SCENE OF THE CRIME #4 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY MICHAEL LARK AND SEAN PHILLIPS; COVER BY LARK In stores June 16. Facts, friction and familial double-cross are exposed as "A Little Piece of Goodnight" comes to a photo finish, concluding the stylish miniseries by writer Ed Brubaker and artists Michael Lark and Sean Phillips. When Detective Jack Herriman confronts his client's murderer face- to-face, it means not only putting his own life on the line, but braking a few rules, and faces, in the process. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4) $2.50 TRANSMETROPOLITAN #24 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY DARICK ROBERTSON AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY GEOF DARROW In stores June 9. "The New Scum" concludes with a drunken bang as Spider Jerusalem holds a depraved election-night party, and the future of the nation is decided. It's the Smiler vs. the Beast, winner-take-all ‹ and covering the political madness as usual is Spider, determined to write the truth no matter what. (Note: Look for a medium-sized statue capturing Spider Jerusalem in the DC Direct section of this issue of Previews.) MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 PARADOX PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH UNDERSTANDING COMICS SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SCOTT MCCLOUD In stores June 2. Now published under the aegis of PARADOX PRESS, rediscover the critically acclaimed illustrated study of the sequential art of comics, written and drawn by Scott McCloud (Zot!, SUPERMAN: ADVENTURES OF THE MAN OF STEEL). SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $19.95 ****************** MAD MAD STAR WARS SPECTACULAR WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS Retrosolicited; in stores May 12. A collection of MAD's finest Star Wars-inspired moments, presented for the first time in full color! Digitally remastered, with additional CGIs and super- surround sound...okay, it's really just the same stuff, parodies of the original trilogy, plus other pieces such as the MAD "Star Wars" musical and a brand-new feature: "Missing Dialogue from The Phantom Menace", with hues added by the (ahem) colorful folks at WildStorm FX. Note: This is a retrosolicitation. Orders for all other books with this in-store date were offered in Previews Volume IX, Number 3. MAGAZINE, 48 PG, FC $2.95* MAD MAGAZINE #383 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores June 9. Every legend has a beginning (and two covers!). Star Wars: The Phantom Menace is er... "honored" with two different covers, as well as several Phantom features inside. Note: Each shipment of MAD MAGAZINE #383 will be comprised of equal numbers of each cover version. MAGAZINE, 48 PG, b&w $2.50* MAD SUPER SPECIAL #138 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores June 16. The biggest SUPER SPECIAL ever reprints some things the Usual Gang of Idiots isn't too ashamed of! This issue of "Super Sized Mad" proves once and for all that size always matters. MAGAZINE, 128 PG, b&w $4.95* DC DIRECT BATGIRL MINI-STATUE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET; BASED ON DESIGNS BY BRIAN STELFREEZE Pre-solicited; in stores September 22. The classic image of Barbara Gordon as Batgirl is reproduced in a striking mini-statue! Measuring 3 3/4" h x 4" w x 2 3/4" d, this cold-cast porcelain sculpture is based on the popular full-sized statue, sculpted by William Paquet based on designs by Brian Stelfreeze. Retailers, please note: The BATGIRL MINI-STATUE is manufactured to order, up to a maximum production run of 3,000 units. Orders may be allocated. Final product may differ from picture shown. This item is PRE-SOLICITED. Orders must be placed with those for July-released product, solicited in the NEXT ISSUE of Previews. FC, MINI STATUE $39.95 BATMAN SNOW GLOBE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET Pre-solicited; in stores October 27. A Dark Winter's Knight is captured in a haunting snow globe! A first for DC DIRECT, this 7 1/2" tall, 4 1/2" diameter striking glass snow globe features a sculpted cold-cast porcelain miniature Batman standing somberly before the Wayne family tombstone within the globe, which rests on an inscribed, cold-cast porcelain base, which has a frieze-like scene of Gotham City encircling the circumference. The "snow" consists of both white and iridescent particles. Retailers, please note: The BATMAN SNOW GLOBE is manufactured to order, up to a maximum production run of 3,000 units. Orders may be allocated. Final product may differ from picture shown. This item is PRE- SOLICITED. Orders must be placed with those for July-released product, solicited in the NEXT ISSUE of Previews. FC, SNOW GLOBE $79.95 CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS OVERSIZED POSTER PAINTED BY ALEX ROSS OVER PENCILS BY GEORGE PÉREZ Advance-solicited; in stores July 7. The stunning wraparound dustjacket to the CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS hardcover is reproduced on a mammoth poster, featuring a key identifying all 562 characters! Painted by Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME) over pencils by original CRISIS artist George Pérez, the 65" w x 28" h poster features a 1/2" solid black border "framing" the image, which otherwise appears without any additional graphic elements or logos. Also included is a free 2-sided 11" x 17" black-and-white key naming all the meticulously painted figures on this amazing piece of artwork. For more information, see the feature article. Retailers, please note: The CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS OVERSIZED POSTER is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from picture shown. This is an advance solicitation. Orders must be placed with those for products solicited for June release, listed in this month's issue of Previews. FC, POSTER $24.95 JSA CLOISONNÉ PIN Advance-solicited; in stores July 14. The logo of the new JSA is reproduced on a stunning, 4-color pin, measuring 1 1/2" wide by 3/4" high. Retailers, please note: The JSA CLOISONNÉ PIN is limited to 1,500 units. Orders may be allocated. Final product may differ from picture shown. This item is advance- solicited. Orders must be placed with those for June-released product, solicited in this issue of Previews. FC, PIN $10.95 SPIDER JERUSALEM MEDIUM STATUE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET; BASED ON DESIGNS BY DARICK ROBERTSON Pre-solicited; in stores November 17. TRANSMETROPOLITAN's outlaw journalist is captured hard at work on his "office" in a cold-cast porcelain medium sculpture based on designs by TRANSMET's Darick Robertson! DC's exciting line of medium-sized statues captures its first VERTIGO subject: the irascible Spider, caught in a rather personal moment with his two-headed cat at his side. The 5" tall sculpture (seated) rests on a 5 1/2" wide base. Retailers, please note: The SPIDER JERUSALEM MEDIUM STATUE is manufactured to order, up to a maximum production run of 2,500 units. Orders may be allocated. Final product may differ from picture shown. This item is PRE-SOLICITED. Orders must be placed with those for July-released product, solicited in the NEXT ISSUE of Previews. FC, MEDIUM STATUE $89.95 WONDER WOMAN RING (STERLING SILVER) Advance solicited; in stores August 11. Continuing DC Direct's line of high-quality sterling-silver rings that began with Superman and Green Lantern-themed products, DC offers the Wonder Woman symbol ring. Made of solid .925 sterling silver, it features the distinctive WW symbol at the top of the ring with a star on either side. Available in sizes 6 through 13 (whole sizes only). Retailers, please note: The WONDER WOMAN RING is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Orders may be allocated. Final product may differ from picture shown. This item is advance solicited. Orders must be placed with those for June-released product, solicited in this issue of Previews. RING $79.95 IMAGE COMICS A DISTANT SOIL #28 An Image Comic (S/A) Colleen Doran, short story (W) Ellen Kushner (A) Colleen Doran Featuring award winning fantasy author Ellen Kushner's Red Cloak, the prequel to the renowned novel, Swordspoint! Continuing the A Distant Soil saga, the stern Major Kovar, who has given up everything to aid the embattled Avatar, including his Kingdom and throne as Prince of Teramis, leads Rieken's champions Below into the dangerous depths of the Siovansin warship. Their mission: to sabotage the ship's tachyon conversion drive and prevent its return to the planet Ovanan so that the Avatar's operatives can overtake the government. But the Irishai, the mysterious residents of the world Below, have their own agenda for the destiny of Ovanan and its people. Also in this issue: Ellen Kushner's brilliant novel Swordspoint dazzled fantasy fans with its wit, elegance, and fascinating characters. Swordspoint's two most memorable characters, Richard St. Vier and his companion, Alec, the acerbic scholar, return in Red Cloak, a prequel to Swordspoint and the first story Ellen Kushner ever wrote in the world of Riverside. This prose tale is lavishly illustrated by Colleen Doran and is a must for fantasy fans! Website: http://www.adistantsoil.com/DistantSoil.htm b&w, 40pg $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN A DISTANT SOIL: THE GATHERING GRAPHIC NOVEL A DISTANT SOIL: THE ASCENDANT GRAPHIC NOVEL ********************* ARIA #6 Avalon Studios (W) Brian Holguin (A)Jay Anacleto SUBTERRANEAN HOMESICK BLUES‹Something strange is lurking among the labyrinthine caverns of New York's subway system, something that isn't very friendly. Tabloid papers are reporting tales of a subterranean man-beast who shuns the surface world. When an urban legend turns out to be very real, Kildare and the Pug decide to investigate, and are more than a little surprised at who--and what--they discover. A stand- alone story, this issue of Aria is a perfect jumping-on point for new readers. FC, 32pg $2.50 ARIA POSTER #1 Avalon Studios (A) Jay Anacleto Because Fans Demanded It! Now experience the magic and detail of Jay Anacleto's work with this special poster offer. Acclaimed by Wizard as the "next Alex Ross". Don't miss this one time offer. This piece will never be printed as a poster again. FC, 24x36 $5.99 ASCENSION #17 Top Cow Comics (W) Davids Finch & Quinn (P) Brian Ching Why is Petra trying to create a schism between Lucien and Andromeda? The answer to that question will surely shock you, as the uneasy alliance Petra forged comes crashing down, and a new threat emerges who will mean nothing but TROUBLE! FC, 32pg $2.50 ATOMIC TOYBOX #2 An Image Comic (W/A) Aaron Lopresti, Alternate Cover by Terry Dodson Odyssey Line. The aliens are coming! The aliens are coming! And they're after Ken Logan's... Dad?! Ken learns the secrets of the Atomic Toybox on the run as he tries to stay one step ahead of the attacking aliens and save his father's life. Meanwhile, Dr. Cruel learns that good help can be hard to find and a backup plan is always a must--especially when your brain is dying. All this and Ken's dad reveals a really, really big secret. If you don't think this is enough action for one issue, you should try drawing it sometime! Note: This issue will feature an alternate cover (50/50) by Terry Dodson. FC, 32pg $2.50 AUSTIN POWERS ACTION FIGURES Todd McFarlane Toys The International Man of Mystery is back in swing! Only this time, he's shagging up with McFarlane Toys. Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me slides into theaters in June, and this line of groovy figures follows soon after. Each figure comes with a sound chip featuring the character's best known line. Yeah, Baby, yeah! Austin Powers ‹ Velvet Suit (#14101): The International Man of Mystery is back, and crikey, he's lost his mojo! With the help of time travel and a groovy bird named Felicity, Austin must return to the psychedelic sixties and reclaim his manhood from the square Dr. Evil! Austin Powers ‹ Union Jack Underwear (#14102): We all know that Austin Powers isn't bashful when it comes to exposing himself, but this figure's cheeky detail may take some getting used to! The frisky fellow comes complete with all the aphrodisiacs ‹ including some charming words to get you in the mood. Felicity Shagwell (#14103) ‹ Care for a ride? This leggy heroine isn't your typical bird from the States; she's a shagadelic spy for Uncle Sam. She teams up with Austin to help him recover his stolen mojo. Dr. Evil (#14105) ‹ "Why must I be surrounded by frickin' idiots?" Dr. Evil, the unhip arch-nemesis has returned, and this time he's stolen Austin Powers' mojo, rendering the swinging sixties spy defenseless! Mystery Figures (#14104 & 14106) ‹ Hey! This series has six figures in it, but the last two are so super top-secret, we can't tell you what they are! We can't even tell you their names! But we can tell you that these are the characters that everyone is gonna be talking about! Quit your whining, it'll be worth the wait. Oh, behave! This product will come randomly assorted in case packs of 12. Assortment #14100. Figure PI COSMIC RAY #1 An Image Comic (W/A) Stephen Blue At last! The creative force behind the critically acclaimed black & white classics Red River and The Awakening is launching his first ongoing full-color series: Cosmic Ray! Set in the future, Cosmic Ray follows the exploits of Raymond Mann, once a proud member of the Stellar Police Force who was kicked out for allegedly killing a man in cold blood. When we first meet him, Ray is working for a semi-legal businessman as a "bloodhound," searching for stolen merchandise and the person who did the stealing. Unbeknownst to Ray, he is being shadowed during his investigation by a small group of strangers. Little does he know that they may one day become his salvation... if he lives long enough, that is! Don't miss this intricate tale of the future. Note: This issue will feature two covers (50/50), both by renowned artist and series creator Stephen Blue. FC, 32pg $2.95 THE CREECH: RAGE AGAINST DEATH TRADE PAPERBACK Todd McFarlane Productions (W/P) Greg Capullo (I) Danny Miki (C) Tyson Wengler RAGE AGAINST DEATH‹When Greg Capullo's The Creech was published in 1997, it took readers by surprise. Everyone knew Greg was one of the best artists in comics, but no one knew if he could tell a compelling story. But he did by crafting an engrossing tale that combines the reality of today's science with his amazing imagination. When Dr. Battu created The Creech, he was trying to honor his wife, who died during childbirth, by making life from death. Unfortunately, the group that funded his project had a different goal--they wanted to create the ultimate weapon of war. When his creator helps him escape, The Creech ends up in the middle of a battle between the AGENCY, the group that funded his creation, and the alien race whose genetic material he shares. Here's your chance to get the whole story in one collection plus an all-new cover by Capullo, an introduction by Todd McFarlane, and a look at Greg's Sketchbook. SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $9.95 THE CROW #5 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Jon J Muth (A) Paul Lee (C) Mark Nicholas, Cover by Kent Williams IN THE SKIN OF AN ANGEL‹The first chapter of a two-part story, "In the Skin of an Angel" introduces a major new character into the Crow mythology ‹ The Walker. Does this mysterious being work for Sin or do they just have similar goals? And speaking of Sin, this issue will leave you gasping when you learn what she does with her victims. Eric Draven truly is her dream man. Jon J Muth continues as writer of the only ongoing, full- color monthly Crow comic book with art for this issue contributed by Paul Lee (The Dreaming, Hellblazer/Books of Magic, Dhampire). FC, 32pg $2.50 THE DARKNESS #25 Top Cow Comics (W) Scott Lobdell (P) Joe Benitez/Clarence Lansang What can we say? It had to be a double-size issue, just to fit in all the excitement and action and just plain weirdness that occurs as... The Darkness takes Las Vegas! Not that Jackie Estacado is a gamblin' man, but he finds himself in the city of sin when he tries to learn just who had the gall to steal his identity! The question is, can he get it back before the mysterious Angelus gets The Darkness in her sights?! Of course, the Angelus herself has her own problems when she comes tooth to claw with a long lost member of the Estacado family! And if you think she's surprised, imagine how Jackie feels?! This issue features just about every character seen in The Darkness and has an ending that will shock even the most hardened comic fan! FC, 48pg (Note Price) $3.50 DEITY: REVELATIONS #1 An Image Comic (A/co-W) Karl Altstaetter (co-W) Robert Napton (C) Brian Buccellato (I) Victor Olazaba The legend begins again! This series follows Jamie, a 16-year-old girl who races along the high-tech streets of 2027 Los Angeles, delivering Chinese food on her hover board. When Jamie makes the shocking discovery that she is to play a pivotal role in an ancient war for control of the universe, she encounters a diverse cast of interdimensional shape-shifters, soul crushing assassins, and teenage DJ's. Following the climactic events of the first Deity series and Deity: The Darkness and the Light, Jamie tries to pick up the pieces of her shattered life. Aided by Diamond Diaz, a hot-blooded gun-slinger; Lucius Ego, a dragon prince; and Tommy Lone, a cyber Shaolin monk; Jamie uncovers more shocking secrets about her destiny and the enemy that is obsessed with her destruction--the Ma'Shiva overlord Oris Ogden! This unique series combines manga-style fantasy, high-tech hardware, martial arts action, and a decidedly hip-hop sensibility. FC, 32pg $2.95 DERRING RISK #1 An Image Comic (W/I) Tom Simmons (P) Mathew Clark, Alternate Cover by Adam Warren The Odyssey Magic Continues! When salvager exraordinaire Derring Risk unearths a cache of relics from the extinct Kirantii race, she makes a shocking discovery that will forever alter her life ‹ provided she survives the assault of her arch-rival, Grinder! An all-new fantasy adventure series in the spirit of Final Fantasy VII and Battlechasers, Derring Risk features the storytelling debut of Tom Simmons (Elseworld's Finest: Supergirl & Batgirl) and the penciling prowess of Matthew Clark (Wonder Woman). Experience a new realm of high-octane fun with Derring Risk! Note: This issue will feature an alternate cover (50/50) by Adam Warren. FC, 32pg $2.50 EVIL & MALICE #1 An Image Comic (S/A) Jimmie Robinson How much damage can two twelve-year-olds do? Ask Evelyn and Malinda, twin daughters of the city's criminal mastermind, the Black Eye! When new super-villains move in on their dad's turf, the girls take action. Donning the identities Evil and Malice, they target the new villains and lay waste to everything in their path. But Evil and Malice aren't your father's superheroes. They're not even their father's superheroes! If their dad found out, they'd be grounded so long that they would miss their long-promised Disneyland vacation. Can Evelyn and Malinda save their dad's turf, and keep their secret long enough to make it to the Magic Kingdom? Find out when breakout talent Jimmie Robinson takes the controls of this four-issue thrill ride, where the line between heroes and villains is crossed in the most unimaginable ways! Evil & Malice is a must for fans of Leave it to Chance and Battle Chasers. Don't miss the action and adventure from this summer's most exciting new heroes and 1999's most exciting new creator! Highly recommended. FC, 32pg $3.50 FATHOM #7 Top Cow Comics (W/P) Michael Turner (co-W) Bill O'Neil (I) Joe Weems (C) Jonathan D. Smith The three-part finale begins HERE, so grab your lifejackets and take a deep breath!!! FC, 32pg $2.50 HELLHOLE #2 Top Cow Comics (W) Scott Lobdell (P) Adam Pollina (I) Mark Morales Death offers no respite for a recently deceased suspect, as Officer Michael Cabrini and Detective Wilson find themselves interrogating the ice cold corpse in the darkest recesses of the city morgue! But when these two Choir Boys investigate a recent drug shipment through the streets of Hellhole--the worst precinct in the inner city--they soon discover there's a reason why this new stuff is called "the Devil's candy"! More macabre mayhem from the madmen, Scott (The Darkness) Lobdell and ADAM (Witchblade Infinity and X- Force) POLLINA! FC, 32pg $2.50 JINX: TORSO #5 An Image Comic (W) Brian Michael Bendis & Marc Andreyko (A) Brian Michael Bendis Based on the shocking true story. Cleveland, 1935. The epic hunt for America's first serial killer brings Eliot Ness and his band of "Unknowns" to a fatal decision that changes the legendary crime fighter's life forever. Brian Michael Bendis, creator of Jinx and writer of Todd McFarlane's upcoming crime series, Sam & Twitch, recreates this riveting true crime story that cannot be forgotten. b&w, 48pg $4.95 KABUKI CLASSICS #6 An Image Comic (W/A) David Mack This issue presents Circle of Blood Act 4, featuring the first appearance of "Link" and Kai's hostile takeover of the underworld. Dove is unmasked and Kabuki prepares for her showdown with Kai. Kabuki Classics presents the entire Kabuki Saga from the beginning in single-issue format. Printed on high quality paper with a brand new cover painted by David Mack. b&w/Painted cover, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A KABUKI: CIRCLE OF BLOOD HARDCOVER HC $29.95 O/A KABUKI: CIRCLE OF BLOOD SIGNED & NUMBERED EDITION (Limited to 500) S&N/HC $49.95 Retailer Incentive: For every Kabuki: Circle of Blood HC ordered, retailers may order 1 copy of Kabuki #1 with a Jim Steranko variant cover. O/A KABUKI CLASSICS #1 $3.95 Retailer Incentive: For every 5 Kabuki Classics #1's ordered, retailers may order 1 copy of Kabuki #1 with a Jim Steranko variant cover. KISS: PSYCHO CIRCUS #21 Todd McFarlane Productions (P) Clayton Crain (I) Kevin Conrad (S) Brian Holguin (C) Brian Haberlin "Don't talk to strangers..." Faced with the crimes he's committed, every dark secret ripped from his soul, Mr. Makebelieve must face the judgment of the Four-Who-Are-One, a jury who demands the ultimate price for the ultimate sin. He has been stalking the Circus of Souls looking for unsuspecting children to prey upon, but the mysterious child thief soon finds himself on the wrong side of the curtain when he is subjected to the trials of the Psycho Circus. FC, 32pg $2.25 LADY PENDRAGON: DRAGON BLADE #3 An Image Comic (S) Matt Hawkins (A) John Stinsman (C) Brett Evans Featuring the first appearance of Alley Cat in a special 5 page preview story and a "flip" photo cover that will not be reprinted or collected anywhere else (this is in addition to the regular 22 page Lady Pendragon story)! The ongoing saga of the Pendragon continues as an ancient evil returns in the form of the fabled Black Knight to wield the sword Draconis. Jennifer Drake and Merlin confront Morgana and her loose alliance with this Black Knight in an aerial battle the likes of which has never been seen before. In the past, Guinevere resumes the quest for the Holy Grail to try to right the course of events she has set in motion. What is the connection between Guinevere and Jennifer Drake, and are they really descendants of Christ? Find out in this very issue! Also featuring Dragons, the 4th Reich, a knighting ceremony, and a whole lot more! FC, 32pg $2.50 MAGE: THE HERO DEFINED #14 An Image Comic (S/A) Matt Wagner The penultimate issue of Matt Wagner's popular epic fantasy at last finds Kevin Matchstick and his friends face to face with the monstrous golem, The Man-Mountain of ?????--a creature that is animated by the very power of Kevin's own weapon, Excalibur! A ferocious battle ensues which can only result in tragedy. Has the Pale Incanter at last wreaked his revenge? This issue is also available in a special variant cover edition. FC, 32pg $2.50 Note: (NOTE: For every 4 copies ordered of Mage: The Hero Defined #14, retailers will have the option to purchase one limited variant edition cover.) MEGADRAGON AND TIGER #4 An Image Comic (S/A) Tony Wong Tiger has to take on the Fiery Lord, who is vastly more powerful and experienced than he is. At stake are the lives of his mother and grandfather. But if that isn't bad enough, we find out what Red Dragon has been up to all these years. He works for the bad guys! FC, 32pg $2.50 Retailer Incentive: For every 10 copies of MegaDragon & Tiger #4 ordered, the retailer will receive one limited edition Solor Lord hologram trading card for free while supply lasts.) MONSTER FIGHTERS, INC. #2 An Image Comic (W) J. Torres (P) Logan Lubera (I) Craig Yeung (C) Arthur Dela Cruz Dirge holds the World Wrestling Championship title, but he's tired of playing the "bad guy" in the on-going theater known as professional wrestling. When the league's executives won't let him become a good guy, Dirge quits the ring... and decides to go into the music business. Little does he know that he's got a very frightening and powerful singing voice. Even more frightening than a Celine Dion/Michael Bolton lovechild, and powerful enough... to wake the dead! Will MFI be in time to stop Dirge's coast-to-coast live radio broadcast before he raises the dead across the country? FC, 32pg $2.50 MORE THAN MORTAL/LADY PENDRAGON #1 An Image Comic (W) Sharon Scott & Matt Hawkins (P) Dan Norton (I) Jag (C) Frank D'Armata Ever want to read a cross-over where the characters don't end up becoming bosom buddies? Two of the industry's hottest warrior-maidens, Liar Comics' Brigid the Protector and Image Comics' Lady Pendragon finally go head to head in a clever battle of swords and wits with the course of history hanging in the balance! A mysterious patriot from Ireland's future has come to the Dark Ages with the intention of preventing the isle from being colonized by England. In an epic story where good battles good, only the history books will record who was right and wrong. Don't miss out on your front row seat to the challenge of the century! FC, 32pg $2.50 MORE THAN MORTAL/LADY PENDRAGON CONVENTION PREVIEW EDITION An Image Comic (S) Sharon Scott & Matt Hawkins (A) Dan Norton The extremely limited convention preview edition of the cross-over features an original color cover by Dan Norton and Steve Firchow, preview pages of story and art, pencil sketches, layouts, and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of this cross- over. Also featuring an exclusive interview with writers Sharon Scott and Matt Hawkins! Supplies limited, allocations may occur. b&w, 16pg $4.95 TODD MCFARLANE PRESENTS: OZZY OSBOURNE MAGAZINE #1 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Paul Jenkins (A) Dean Ormston, Cover by Ashley Wood Todd McFarlane Presents returns with an issue focusing on the madman of heavy metal, Ozzy Osbourne! This 8" x 11" full-color magazine includes: * An all-new 38 page Ozzy Osbourne comic book story by Paul Jenkins and Dean Ormston. This twisted tale puts a new spin on the legends of Ozzy Osbourne by taking the stories that everyone already knows and putting them in a fictional setting. Dean Ormston, who just finished The Girl Who Would Be Death, provides the full-color artwork. * An all-new biography of Osbourne, including stories you haven't heard before. * An all-new interview with Osbourne. You thought Todd's interview with Gene Simmons was wild? Wait until you read this one... * An Ozzy Osbourne photo gallery and more! Magazine, 56pg, FC $4.95 SAVAGE DRAGON #62 An Image Comic by Erik Larsen The Savage Dragon gets married in this special anniversary issue! Seven years ago, Erik Larsen introduced the Savage Dragon to the breathlessly awaiting funnybook audience and it's forever changed the face of comics! People are jumping on board Savage Dragon in record numbers! That Wolverine, Aquaman and Nova writer must be onto something. Wizard calls writer/artist Erik Larsen a "name to look for" and calls Savage Dragon a "sleeper". In any case, this is yet another bold new direction for the Savage Dragon and kicks off the book going on a 3-week schedule for the summer. Comes with our Highest Possible Recommendation!! FC, 32pg $2.50 SAVAGE DRAGON #63 An Image Comic by Erik Larsen Is this any way to spend a honeymoon? We think not--or at least a really lousy honeymoon. A number of Dragon's worst enemies decide it's high time that they pooled their talents to kick the poop out of the guy. Yeah, yeah, it sounds lame as all hell but trust me--you'll think it's the coolest thing ever when you read it. Shipping a mere 3-weeks after the previous issue, this one keeps the excitement going! Expect this to be red hot! Dragon's ultimate showdown with his greatest foe: OverLord! It's all lead up to this one, folks-- prepare to be impressed! Highly recommended! FC, 32pg $2.50 SAVAGE DRAGON: REVENGE TRADE PAPERBACK An Image Comic by Erik Larsen From one of the most respected creative talents in comics comes one of the most talked about series in the comic book medium. The Savage Dragon must face his biggest challenges ever! See the Dragon face off against the Dragon-Slayer and gape in wonder as he faces the Fiend who has resurrected the dead to battle our hero! All this, plus the second awe-inspiring battle between the Dragon and OverLord! Savage Dragon #17-21 are collected for the first time in this handsome volume. Amazing art! A gripping tale of outrageous characters in extraordinary circumstances from Wolverine, Aquaman and Nova writer, Erik Larsen. SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $13.95 SOLAR LORD #4 An Image Comic (S/A) Khoo Fuk Lung Solar Lord is trying to stop five demonic servants of the Emperor of Darkness from destroying all life on Earth, but if that isn't bad enough, the Emperor himself arrives and the real battle begins in earnest. The fate of the world hangs in the balance! FC, 32pg $2.50 Retailer Incentive: For every 10 copies of Solar Lord #4 ordered, the retailer will receive one limited edition Solor Lord hologram trading card for free while supply lasts.) SPAWN #87 Todd McFarlane Productions (P) Greg Capullo (I) Danny Miki (S) Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin (C) Brian Haberlin As the mystery deepens and new revelations surface, Spawn doesn't know who or what to believe anymore, but he has little time to ponder such matters; there are new battles to fight, new foes to defeat and there's a new devil to pay. And Terry and Wanda must both try to make sense out of last issue's stunning revelations regarding the true fate of Al Simmons, the man who became known as Spawn. FC, 32pg $1.95 SPAWN: THE DARK AGES #4 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin (A) Liam McCormack-Sharp, Cover by Liam McCormack-Sharp Even the humblest soul cries out for liberty, yearns to cast off the shackles of oppression and breathe free, but at what price? With the fate of his kinsmen in his hands, Lord Covenant, the newly reborn HellSpawn, leads a rebellion against the tyrannical Count Rivalen. On a gray and muddy field in England, a ragged band of common men take arms against a fierce army. This shall be their finest hour, but it may also be their last. For Lord Covenant, any triumph may prove hollow. For what good is victory at the cost of humanity? FC, 32pg $2.50 SPAWN: THE UNDEAD #1 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Paul Jenkins (P) Dwayne Turner (I) Chance Wolf (C) Todd Broeker Here's what you've been waiting for: an all-new, monthly Spawn series that focuses on the Al Simmons version of the character. Everyone claims to publish books based on reader demand, but this time it's the truth. Todd asked what you wanted and you demanded to see more of Spawn--here's your chance. Unlike the regular Spawn series, this book will focus on Spawn and have self-contained, single-issue stories. You'll see the individuals that encounter Spawn and this series looks at the urban horror that exists in our world. As Spawn begins to become a champion of balance between Heaven and Hell, we'll examine the truly horrible things that people do to themselves and each other. A book this exciting deserves the best talent--written by Paul Jenkins, the blazing hot writer of Inhumans who just wrote the first Spawn Annual, penciled by Dwayne Turner, and inked by Chance Wolf, who just finished an amazing run on Curse of Spawn. FC, 32pg $1.95 SPIRIT OF THE TAO #11 Top Cow Comics (W) D. Tron & Billy Tan (P) Billy Tan (I) D. Tron (C) Jonathan D. Smith The race for the dragon ash is set in motion. If it falls into the wrong hands, it could spell doom for humanity. Can mankind survive the onslaught of Mother Earth if Lance, our last hope for survival, takes himself out of the race? Jasmine has already embraced the Spirit of the Tao ‹ will Lance soon follow? Let's hope not... FC, 32pg $2.50 STONE VOL. II #4 Avalon Studios (W) Brian Haberlin (P) Whilce Portacio (I) Gerry Alanguilan "A Rose by Any Other Name..."‹Having finally regained his daily foothold and made amends with Beth, Gerry attempts to return to a world of normalcy. The sudden appearance of "Rose," a beautiful outworld warrior from the Dianicus Shadoworld, casts what remains of his life into shambles. Beth is infuriated, storming away, but not before being challenged to a duel by Rose, who lays claim to Gerry as her mate. FC, 32pg $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STONE #1-4 Avalon Studios (W) Brian Haberlin (P) Whilce Portacio (I) Gerry Alanguilan Read it from the beginning. Still available: the first four issues of the much praised mini- series, Stone: The Awakening. Brian Haberlin and Whilce Portacio give you a super-hero tale in the spirit of Stephen King. Be aware that quantities on hand are limited in number. FC, 32pg $2.50Ea. ************************ TELLOS #2 An Image Comic (W) Todd Dezago (P) Mike Wieringo (I) Nathan Massengill "The Joining, part II" The Adventure begins as our three mismatched heroes, Jack, Serra, and Koj, encounter Thomestharustra, the Sage of Shades, who reveals to them the Legend of Light and sends them forth on the first leg of their journey! What is their quest...? Meet us here in Tellos #2 to find out...! FC, 32pg $2.50 WITCHBLADE #33 Top Cow Comics (W) Christina Z./David Wohl (P) Randy Green (I) D. Tron (C) Jonathan D. Smith Just what is the deal with Sara's new partner, Eric? He seems to know an awful lot about the Witchblade, and even more about Sara, herself. Sara now wonders, too, as she becomes embroiled in more trouble that seems to point back to him. But is Eric really the problem, or is Jake just making trouble because he's jealous? And just what is the secret behind Irons, Nottingham, and Gavin? We're not saying, but this issue will shed some more shocking light on the subject. FC, 32pg $2.50 ZORRO'S LADY RAWHIDE: OTHER PEOPLE'S BLOOD #5 An Image Comic (W) Don McGregor (A) Estaban Marato Our favorite lady with the whip is experiencing a little "whiplash" of her own. Trapped on a ship taken over by pirates, she finds an unlikely helper in the form of a stowaway vampire--the only one who can save Lady Rawhide from the poisonous Cadaver Blade of the femme fatale Scarlet Fever. But just when things couldn't get any worse, Lady Rawhide discovers the ship's deadly cargo--a cache of coffins. Coffins that are not empty, but full of corpses that could destroy a whole colony of unsuspecting innocents. Only Lady Rawhide can save them. Join us for this exciting series. Don't keep a Lady waiting! b&w, 32pg $2.95 DYNAMIC FORCES/IMAGE COMICS DEITY:REVELATIONS #1 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER Dynamic Forces (A/co-W) Karl Altstaetter (co-W) Robert Napton (C) Brian Buccellato (I) Victor Olazaba Karl and crew have been building this title over the last few years, and have now brought it over to Image Comics. This book is sure to come out #1 with a bullet, and DF is fortunate enough to work with Hyperwerks and to have the exclusive alternate cover. Especially since we were able to arrange for it to be created by none other than Pat (Darkminds, Punisher/Wolverine) Lee! Extremely Limited. STANDARD EDITION‹FC, 32pg $6.95 ( SIGNED ED. (by Karl Altstaetter) ‹FC, 32pg $19.95 MORE THAN MORTAL/LADY PENDRAGON #1 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER Dynamic Forces (W) Sharon Scott & Matt Hawkins (P) Dan Norton (I) Jag (C) Frank D'Armata With an incredible alternate cover by artist extraordinaire Brandon (Brando) Peterson which connects to last month's offering of More Than Mortal/Lady Pendragon #1 by Mr. Peterson as well! The first cross-over for the hot Lady Pendragon features the Characters from More Than Mortal, and not only was DF able to get an exclusive alternate cover, but we were able to get Brandon (Magneto, X-Men) Peterson to draw it as well. Extremely Limited. STANDARD EDITION‹FC, 32pg $2.50 ( SIGNED ED. (by Brandon Peterson)‹FC, 32pg $19.95 LADY PENDRAGON: DRAGON BLADE #3 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL PAT LEE COVER Dynamic Forces (S) Matt Hawkins (A) John Stinsman (C) Brett Evans With an alternate cover drawn by one of the hottest artists presently in the comics industry... Pat (Darkminds, Punisher/Wolverine) Lee! The hard to get one-in-four alternate cover by Pat Lee will be one of the hottest back issues out there come June, and DF has the ultra hot Gold Foil Edition! And as if that weren't incentive enough, don't forget that this issue comes with an Alley Cat story that won't be available anywhere else! FC, 32pg $2.50 LADY PENDRAGON: LOVELY & LETHAL PACKAGE! Dynamic Forces This package will feature 3 incredible comics at a DF anniversary price and is an incredible jumping on point for new readers and fans! This package will feature the DF Exclusive Lady Pendragon Action Figure, Lady Pendragon #1 DF Exclusive Alternate Cover by Joe Jusko (the mini-series) and the DF Premiere: Lady Pendragon Prelude #1 DF Exclusive Comic! What an incredible way for comic fans to start reading this incredible new comic from Matt Hawkins! And as an added bonus: you will also receive two Image limited edition comics, as a part of this package at no extra charge! And that's not all, as an even extra extra extra added special surprise, DF will also add in the Lady Pendragon #0 DF Exclusive Alternate Cover Gold Foil Edition! Extremely Limited. FC $29.95 LADY PENDRAGON #1 (ONE-IN-FOUR CHASE COVER) DF EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL EDITION! Dynamic Forces (S) Matt Hawkins (A) John Stinsman (C) Brett Evans The DF Exclusive Gold Foil cover to one of the hottest comics in the comics industry... Lady Pendragon, by one of the hottest artists in the comics industry... Mr. Joe Jusko! This is the retailer one-in-four cover which sold out everywhere, and is going for big bucks even without the foil enhancements! And here is the high end Gold Foil Edition from Dynamic Forces! Limited Edition of 5,000 WORLDWIDE! FC, 32pg $10.00 LADY PENDRAGON DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE PRELUDE COMIC LIMITED COVER Dynamic Forces (S) Matt Hawkins (A) John Stinsman (C) Brett Evans From Image Comics! Not a reprint! Not a repackaged story! Not just available as a magazine mail-in and another issue that you will miss out on! This all-new, all-cool adventure leads into the new #1 issue and is being written and drawn exclusively for Dynamic Forces, and we are bringing it directly to your home. Not only do you get a brand new story, but this issue also comes with sketches as well as behind the scenes information on the creative team! Again, this is the rare one-in-four alternate cover drawn by artist exraordinaire Karl Altstaetter. Extremely Limited. FC, 16pg $10.00 MARVEL COMICS Marvel Knights ON SALE JUNE 2 BLACK WIDOW #3 Devin Grayson/J.G. Jones It¹s the danger-drenched conclusion to BLACK WIDOW‹but is Natasha Romanov dead?! Knee deep in trouble, the new Widow finally uncovers Colonel Khan¹s heinous plans for the Super Soldier Serum. But not all is lost, for out of the shadows rises an ally‹but is it a ghost, or could Natasha be somewhere in the shadows?! ³Outstanding art, dialogue, action, suspense and surprise make this easily the best Black Widow story ever. (Devin) Grayson gets to the essence of the character, embracing Black Widow¹s history as it shapes her behavior, reactions and personality. The stunning art is realistic and fluid. This is a classic super-hero comic book in the making. Grade: A+² Comics Buyer¹s Guide (Marvel Memo: The BLACK WIDOW limited series is currently spotlighted in a ³Special Event² site at www.marvel.com/widow!) cover by j.g. jones FC (3 of 3) $2.99 ON SALE JUNE 9 BLACK PANTHER #10 Christopher Priest/Mike Manley Black Panther launches a political counter attack while fanctions from three different governments launch one of their own‹by trying to kill him! Plus: The origin of the White Wolf, and Achebe disolve his alliance with T¹Challa¹s step-mother. Why? Because his hand puppet told him to! Cover by Mike Manley. FC $2.50 ON SALE JUNE 16 DAREDEVIL #10 David Mack/Joe Quesada/Jimmy Palmiotti Introducing Echo, a new villain so unusual you¹ll swear you¹re hearing his name over and over and over...! Matt Murdock gets slapped upside the head by Cupid as a new romantic interest enters his still fragile life. But is this the lady of his dreams or a nightmare waiting to happen? Plus: Daredevil uncovers a deep dark secret that could finally destroy the Kingpin! ³Quesada¹s art is simply gorgeous. A classic in the making, and the best mainstream comic around at the moment, bar none. Score: 10 (out of 10).² (Comics International) Cover by Joe Quesada & Jimmy Palmiotti. FC $2.50 WOLVERINE/PUNISHER: REVELATION #3 Christopher Golden & Tom Sniegoski/Pat Lee/Alvin Lee As a mysterious illness continues to spread across Manhattan, Wolverine and Punisher uncover its evil origins. Unfortunately, they¹re a little tied up fighting the battle droids that were designed to stop the Morlock called Revelation! Been wondering what could bring down the Punisher? Let¹s just say that this issue proves that Frank Castle isn¹t as invulnerable as we all thought! It¹s more claw rakin¹, gun firin¹ action in the Lee¹s anime influenced style! Cover By Pat Lee & Alvin Lee. FC (3 of 4) $2.99 ON SALE JUNE 23 INHUMANS #10 Paul Jenkins/Jae Lee Look into the eyes of the Inhumans and take a journey inside their innermost thoughts and dreams‹as one cast member suffers the wrath of war! Under the city, Woz fights to survive as Medusa struggles to regain her freedom. Up above, the human attacks intensify as Maximus continues his stranglehold on Attilan. And as the battle rages on, one character will pay the ultimate price for an act of bravery! Now even the closest of Black Bolt¹s confidants will find themselves questioning their kind¹s leadership. ³Intelligent, almost frightening storytelling... the artwork and writing remain impressive in the beautiful, character-driven exposition of human reactions to the unknown.² (Comics International) Cover By Jae Lee. FC (10 of 12) $2.99 Marvel Universe ON SALE JUNE 2 CAPTAIN AMERICA: SENTINEL OF LIBERTY #12 Mark Waid/Doug Braithwaite/Dan Green € THE SCOOP: It¹s the ultimate Bucky story in this special double-sized final issue! € THE STORY: You know he perished in a blaze of glory, but what else do you really know about the kid sidekick by which all others would be judged? At last, we take a long- awaited, much-demanded look at the life of and times of the dearly departed Bucky Barnes! Little is known about the young man who fought alongside the living legend of World War II, and even less has been revealed about his partnership with Captain America. Now we spin the spotlight on this brave freedom fighter with an ending you know is guaranteed to make you cry! € THE CREATORS: Ongoing CAPTAIN AMERICA writer Mark Waid, teamed with penciler Doug Braithwaite, steps up to the plate to tell the tall he¹s always wanted to! € THE FORMAT: 48-page issue. FC, 48pg $2.99 FANTASTIC FOUR #20 Chris Claremont/Salvador Larroca/Art Thibert The good news: the Fantastic Four have returned to Earth! The bad news: the Ruined (the mysterious foes who return from issue #1) are waiting for them! Can Mr. Fantastic, the Thing, the Human Torch and the Invisible Woman stop Paris, the city of lights, from becoming the city of skulls and bones?! Cover by Salvador Larroca & Art Thibert. FC $1.99 FANTASTIC FOUR: HEROES RETURN TP Scott Lobdell/Alan Davis/Mark Farmer € THE SCOOP: Collecting the first three red-hot issues of FANTASTIC FOUR (vol. 3)! € THE STORY: The FF return from the pocket universe and must get their lives back in order, which leads to lots of family style bickering ‹ and in the FF¹s case, that means battles between the Thing and the Human Torch! But word of their return has spread, and before this three-issue collection is over, they¹ll face the Ruined, the Iconoclast and Red Ghost and his Super Apes! € THE CREATORS: Writer Scott Lobdell, known for his work on the X-Men, unites here with Alan Davis and Mark Farmer ‹ who also illustrate this volume¹s all-new cover! € THE FORMAT: 96-page trade paperback. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $10.95 THOR #14 Dan Jurgens/Mike McKone/Mark McKenna Revealed: the shocking secret behind Thor¹s recent troubles with his hammer! The Thunder God¹s difficulties with Mjonlir are exposed as Thor and special guest-star Iron Man clash with the Absorbing Man and Titania ‹ in a bout that leaves Jake Olson in dire straits! And it¹s all the prologue to the return of an ominous menace from the Odinson¹s past! Cover by Ladronn. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 9 AVENGERS FOREVER #9 Kurt Busiek & Roger Stern/Carlos Pacheco/Jesus Merino Kang the Conqueror has remained a mystery ‹ until now! Learn what brought Kang through his centuries-long life to this critical juncture! Discover how and why he allied himself with Libra and the Supreme Intelligence! Uncover how he intends to triumph in the Destiny War as he stands poised to face his greatest battle against his ultimate enemy ‹ who is revealed in this issue! It¹s a harrowing portrait of evil and ambition that is a lynchpin to the entire adventure! Cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino. FC (9 of 12) $2.99 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #279 The official magazine celebrating the phenom known the world over as Doctor Who! Magazine, FC $6.40 IRON MAN #19 Kurt Busiek & Roger Stern/Sean Chen/Larry Stucker Fan mail has been clamoring for the return of War Machine ‹ too bad for Iron Man that we listened to you! Is Sunset Bain behind the new War Machine? Tony Stark thinks so, and he¹s willing to work for her in order to uncover the truth! It¹s part two of a three part saga hurtling the Golden Avenger towards the ultimate showdown with his dark double! Cover by Sean Chen & Eric Cannon. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 16 CAPTAIN AMERICA #20 Mark Waid/Andy Kubert/Jesse Delperdang Revealed: The secrets of Captain America¹s shield! Ever since issue #2 we¹ve all wondered what happened to Cap¹s trusty weapon. Since issue #13 we¹ve wondered why it turned as brittle as a piece of balsa wood. Now, in this first installment of a two-part tale, the answers will be laid bare, as the super soldier must race around the globe in pursuit of something he can¹t even see! (Marvel Memo: Next month, the Black Panther will make a guest-appearance, which in turn will lead to Cap¹s starring role in the double-sized BLACK PANTHER #12!) Cover by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. FC $1.99 HULK #5 John Byrne/Ron Garney/ Dan Green It¹s mud wrasslin¹ time with the macabre Man-Thing! With blood on his hands, The Hulk is out of control and more dangerous than he¹s ever been before! Now the green goliath just wants refuge, so he heads to the Florida Everglades, but something is there‹ something sentinet, something deadly‹and we¹re not talking about the Man-Thing (although he shows up, too!) Cover by Ron Garney & Dan Green. FC $1.99 HULK #1 GOLD FOIL ALTERNATE COVER (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $10.00 THUNDERBOLTS #29 Kurt Busiek/Mark Bagley/Scott Hanna Can Jolt defeat a foe that has squashed the entire team?! The Thunderbolts and Archangel have been conquered by Graviton, who intends to have them executed as insurrectionists to his new Sky Nation! Now Jolt and Charcoal the Burning Man must grasp victory from the jaws of defeat ‹ if they can find a way to take down a foe who controls a primal force of nature! Guest-starring X-51, the Machine Man! Cover by Mark Bagley & Scott Hanna. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 23 DEADPOOL #31 Joe Kelly/Pete Woods/Walden Wong Deadpool wants T-Ray six feet under‹but will he invade his house to do it?! To stick it to the albino with a bandaid, Wade Wilson will have to go straight into T-Ray¹s pad, a place decorated with pieces of the past... namely, Deadpool¹s past! We¹re racing towards a cool revelation concerning our Merc-With-A-Mouth, and now there¹s no turning back! Plus: The return of an old, four-legged friend! Oh yeah... DEADPOOL: Still not cancelled! So there! (Marvel Memo: Keep ¹Pool hoppin¹ by voting online to save his sorry butt at www.marvel.com/savedeadpool!) Cover by Pete Woods & Walden Wong. FC $1.99 EARTH X #5 Jim Krueger/John Paul Leon/Bill Reinhold Hey! New Alex Ross sketches appear in the appendix in the back of every issue! The Inhumans are attacked by the Doombots while Reed Richards goes in search of the X- Men¹s mutant-locator, Cerebro! Meanwhile, Captain America comes face to face with his new partner, the all-new, all-unkillable Daredevil! Featuring the untold origin of the Asgardians and Thor¹s epic battle against the Frost Giants! Plus: the triumphant return of the Star Jammers ‹ and the fate of Wolverine! (Marvel Memo: EARTH X is currently being spotlighted by a ³Special Event² site at www.marvel.com/earthx!) Painted cover by Alex Ross. FC (5 of 12) $2.99 IRON MAN 1999 Kurt Busiek & Joe Casey/Terry Shoemaker € THE SCOOP: Who¹s been trying to kill the armored Avenger for the past year? Find out in this ³must read² Annual! € THE STORY: There¹s a vampire sucking the ionic energy out of his victims, and a pile of bodies is leading Iron Man towards his doom! Tony must solve this macabre mystery ‹ as we learn who¹s been sicking all of those villains on him! € THE CREATORS: Regular series writer Kurt Busiek teams scribe Joe Casey and artist Terry Shoemaker (X-FORCE #89) to answer a question that¹s been building in the ongoing series for a year! Cover by Terry Shoemaker. € THE FORMAT: 48-page trade Annual. FC, 48pg $3.50 ON SALE JUNE 30 AVENGERS #19 Kurt Busiek/George Pérez/Al Vey € THE SCOOP: Kurt Busiek and George Pérez return to kick off the four-part epic that you demanded! € THE STORY: The Grim Reaper has been kidnapped! Henry Pym is missing! An adamantium-sheathed robot is throwing around the Black Panther! To the assembled Avengers, it all adds up to one thing: Ultron is back! € THE CREATORS: They live in Wizard¹s Top Ten Creators list. They are Kurt Busiek and George Pérez. We think they¹re pretty cool. Cover by George Pérez. FC $1.99 AVENGERS #19 SIGNED Signed by George Pérez, Al Vey, and Tom Smith (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $29.99 NOVA #4 Erik Larsen/Joe Bennett/Armando Durruthy Nova¹s powers have gone haywire! Mr. Fantastic may be his only hope to figure a way to contain his destructive abilities ‹ but an attack by the Condor, puts a deadly roadblock to the Human Rocket¹s recovery! Cover by Erik Larsen. FC $1.99 ULTRON UNLEASHED! TP Roy Thomas & Jim Shooter/John Buscema & George Pérez With Ultron striking in AVENGERS #19, it¹s time to upgrade your knowledge of the metal monstrocity with this 80-page collection of his most infamous adventures! Featuring AVENGERS #57-58, which includes the origin of the Vision, and AVENGERS #170- 171! If you want classic continuity (see those titanic talents listed above?) at a nice price (see that low cost listed below?), then look no further! FC $3.50 Spider-Man ON SALE JUNE 2 SPIDER-MAN: CHAPTER 1 #10 John Byrne We¹ve seen connections made between Norman Osborn and several Spidey villains, including the Vulture and Sandman. What other mysteries of Norman will delve into for the first time? And as we climb inside the bewitched brain of the Green Goblin, we also get to watch Spider-Man foul up his big chance to make a positive impact on the public! Hey, it could only happen to our wonky web-head! Cover by John Byrne. FC (10 of 12) $2.50 SPIDER-MAN: CHAPTER 1 #2 LIMITED EDITION VARIANT COVER FC SRP: $4.95 SPIDER-WOMAN #2 (A) John Byrne/Bart Sears/Ray Krssyng & Randy Elliot What in the world has our sweet, young hero become?! With the startling result of the battle between the evil Spider-Woman and Mattie Franklin, the burning question of who will be the only Spider lady left standing takes on a whole new meaning! And just when you thought it couldn¹t get any worse, from the shadow steps the master manipulator‹the deadly Doctor Octopus! And how will J. Jonah Jameson react now that Mattie has taken up residence in his apartment?! (Marvel Memo: SPIDER-WOMAN is now spotlighted in a ³Special Event² site at www.marvel.com/spider-woman!) Cover by Bart Sears. FC $1.99 SPIDER-WOMAN #2 (B) Alternate cover by John Romita Jr. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 9 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #8 Howard Mackie/John Byrne/Scott Hanna REALITY BENT: A PERFECT WORLD‹It¹s the conclusion to our twisted tale as the mind-shattering mystery is revealed and the mastermind behind the unbelievable events steps out from behind the curtain! Flash Thompson is called upon to make the supreme sacrifice following the death of his idol‹Spider-Man! And how will the paraplegic Peter Parker find the strength to carry on?! No, you haven¹t lost your mind... you¹ve just stepped into a bizarre story that will have staggering repercussions for members of our cast! Cover by John Romita Jr. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 16 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #8 Howard Mackie/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna Spider-Man vs. Bullseye‹¹Nuff said! Oh, you want more info? Okay, it looks like the frightening phone calls that have plagued the Parker household reach a climax in this issue! Who is stalking the Parkers? Is it the return of Norman Osborn, or something even more insidious? And even worse, Peter takes the wrong photo of the wrong people at the wrong time. Now there¹s an underworld contract out on his life‹and you won¹t believe who¹s behind it! Cover by John Romita Jr. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 23 WEBSPINNERS: TALES OF SPIDER-MAN #8 Joe Kelly/Bart Sears/Mark Pennington Continuing the new tale of Spider-Man in high school! Senior prom is usually a pleasurable experience‹except where Peter Parker is concerned! A mutated Sandman is rampaging through the frightened city crying out for the wall-crawler, but Spidey can¹t respond because Peter is too busy with his showdown with high school nemesis Flash Thompson! And if Peter even gets to the prom you won¹t believe who he picks for his date! Cover by Bart Sears. FC $2.50 SLINGERS #9 Joseph Harris/Chriscross/Rob Stull Johnny Gallo was a mutant way before he became Ricochet. And we all know mutants are ripe targets for the deranged Nanny and her deadly Orphan Maker! And when they set their sites on adding Johnny to their fold, everyone he holds dear are drawn into the line of fire! ³Positive word-of-mouth on SLINGERS, the new Marvel Spider-Man spioff series, is building. Fans are turning on to the book¹s quirky team interplay, and new writer Joseph C. Harris is gaining new admirers every day... SLINGERS deserves to sell better.² (Wizard) Cover by Chrisscross & Rob Stull. FC $1.99 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN 1999 J.M. DeMatteis/Joe Bennet & Liam Sharp € THE SCOOP: Spider-Man and the macabre Man-Thing unite in an out-of-this-world adventure! € THE STORY: When we last left the shambling muck monster, all existence was on the verge of being wiped out! So what happened?! How can a little ol¹ web-spinner possibly save the Nexus of All Realities, the very fulcrum of existence? And what if the enigmatic and all-powerful Scrier decides to stop him? It¹s Spidey in the most outrageous adventure yet‹with only all of reality at stake! Let¹s hope he¹s up to snuff or we¹re in serious trouble! € THE CREATORS: J.M. DeMatteis and Liam Sharp (Spawn: The Dark Ages), the talented team from MAN-THING, unite once again, this time ably assissted by Joe Bennet (NOVA). And new sensation J.G. Jones (BLACK WIDOW) provides the cover! € THE FORMAT: 48-page Annual. FC, 48pg $3.50 X-Men ON SALE JUNE 2 CABLE #70 Joe Casey/Ladronn/Juan Vlasco Archangel guest-stars in a story that leads into next month¹s surprise X-Men event! Once, he was a follower of the Askani... now, he has renounced their ways‹and the laws of the Chosen One‹and has become the Heretic! And Cable must stop him from eliminating his small network of allies... simple, right? Except for the fact that Archangel, once the Horsemen of Death, is in deep trouble too‹trouble that could involve Apocalypse! Cover by Ladronn & Juan Vlasco. FC $1.99 UNCANNY X-MEN #371 Alan Davis/Jimmy Cheung/Mark Morales RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE: Part 1 € THE SCOOP: Beginning the three-chapter story that introduces the heroes of M-Tech! € THE STORY: The X-Men have returned from space, only to find a new menace looming over them! The Phalanx known as Douglock has disappeared, leaving behind a techno- organic ³ground zero² at the Muir Island Research Center. What has happened to him, and who is responsible for his disappearance? Meanwhile, something very wrong has happened to the team upon their return. What is the terrifying secret that only Professor Xavier suspects‹and how could it destroy the team? Continued in X-MEN #91! € THE CREATORS: Alan Davis is joined by the X-FORCE art team of Jimmy Cheung and Mark Morales‹while the great Adam Kubert supplies the cover (that links to the covers of X-MEN #91 and X-MEN 1999 to form a giant image)! FC $1.99 UNCANNY X-MEN #371 SIGNED Signed by Adam Kubert. (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $19.99 ON SALE JUNE 9 GENERATION X #54 Jay Faerber/Terry Dodson/Rachel Dodson When Generation X and guest-star Paladin hit Madripoor, it¹s all out Hong-Kong style action and adventure! Sent by their new Headmistress Adrienne Frost, the Gen X kids have gone to Madripoor to retrieve a special sword, but the all-new group of mutants called the Rising Sons are out to make sure that they don¹t leave with the sword‹or their lives! Meanwhile, back in Massachussetts, White Queen is none too pleased with how her sister is using her students! Cover by Terry & Rachel Dodson. FC $1.99 MUTANT X #11 Howard Mackie/Cary Nord/Andrew Pepoy It¹s Bloodstorm vs. Havok for the life of his son! The Goblin Queen¹s lust for power grows, and with the help of Reed Richards and a dimensional gateway, she may get whatever she desires! But before she begins, Madelyne wants her son at her side, and that means she has to steal him away from the protection of Havok and the X-Men. So who better to send against them than the former X-Man herself, the vampiric Bloodstorm! Cover by Cary Nord & Andrew Pepoy. FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 16 X-MAN #54 Terry Kavanagh/Luke Ross/Bud Larosa STRANGE RELATIONS: Part 2‹Cyclops and Phoenix team with X-Man to take on escapees from the Age of Apocalypse! Following the events of last issue, Nate, Scott Summers and Jean Grey travel to a remote mountaintop to investigate a breach from the Age of Apocalypse. Now the bizarre ³family² must find a way to stop the AOA Infinite Soldiers from replicating and escaping into our world! But stopping them won¹t be easy‹ since their powers have been nullified by Hatchet-9! Cover by Andrew Robinson. FC $1.99 X-MEN #91 Alan Davis/Andrew Robinson RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE: Part 2 € THE SCOOP: X-51 and the new Deathlock make their fantastic first appearances in the story that launches the M-Tech line! € THE STORY: Nightcrawler, Colossus and Shadowcat have infiltrated the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier‹which has been hijacked by someone or something using Douglock and the techno-organic virus to control the entire crew! Meanwhile, two wild cards roam the deadly halls of the floating fortress: the enigmatic X-51, a.k.a. Machine Man, and the all-new Deathlok! And back in Salem Center, something strange is going on with Professor X! € THE CREATORS: Writer Alan Davis teams with penciler Andrew Robinson (Dusty Star), while Adam Kubert supplies the cover that links with the covers of UNCANNY X- MEN #371 and X-MEN 1999 to form one giant image! Cover by Adam Kubert. FC $1.99 X-MEN #91 SIGNED Signed by Adam Kubert (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $29.99 ON SALE JUNE 23 GAMBIT #7 Fabian Nicieza/Steve Skroce/Rob Hunter You¹ve met the repulsive villain known as the Pig... you¹ve discovered his connection to Gambit¹s past... now watch as the ragin¹ Cajun squares off with the ugliest, meanest fiend this side of the Big Easy! Meanwhile, one of Remy¹s oldest and most bitter enemies has stumbled upon a startling secret within the X-Men, something that could swallow Gamit‹ and the entire team‹whole! ³GAMBIT is up and running, and mutant maniacs everywhere are turning in to Remy¹s solo adventures.² (Wizard) Cover by Steve Skroce & Rob Hunter. FC $1.99 WOLVERINE #141 Erik Larsen/Leinil Francis Yu Like CABLE #70, this issue leads into next month¹s surprise X-Men event! Something bizarre occurred when the X-Men returned from space last month... something that has created mistrust amongst the team. Now Wolverine finds himself hunted by someone he¹s long counted on as an ally‹and caught in a conflict that will result in the death of one of them! Cover by Leinil Francis Yu. FC $1.99 X-MEN 1999 Alan Davis/Rick Leonardi RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE: Part 3 € THE SCOOP: The giant-sized conclusion to the saga that leads directly into next month¹s launch of the new M-Tech heroes! € THE STORY: The X-Men¹s enemy stands revealed‹and he has control of the techno- organic virus, potentially the most deadly weapon on the planet! And if that wasn¹t bad enough, the X-Men find themselves fighting a battle on two fronts when the new Deathlock targets Douglock in an effort to contain the spread of the alien virus! Are even the combined forces of the X-Men, X-51 and Nick Fury enough to prevent the destruction of Deathlok and the enslavement of the world¹s populace?! € THE CREATORS: Alan Davis is joined by penciler Rick Leonardi, while Adam Kubert provides the cover that links with the covers of UNCANNY X-MEN #371 and X-MEN #91 to form one giant image! € THE FORMAT: 48-page Annual. FC, 48pg $3.50 ON SALE JUNE 30 X-FORCE #93 John Francis Moore/Mike Miller At long last, Domino returns‹and finds X-Force in a state of shock! Siryn has left the team, Sunspot is in government custody, and the remaining members of the team have joined up with the person you¹d least expect! Yes, Domino and X-Force have indeed reunited, but they¹ve done so in one of the most unpredictable stories of the year! FC $1.99 Marvel Comics 2 ON SALE JUNE 9 SPIDER-GIRL #11 Tom DeFalco/Pat Olliffe/Al Williamson Spider-Girl vs.... Spider-Man?! Still trapped in the past ‹ in an untold tale from the early days of Spider-Man ‹ our young hero is forced to battle J. Jonah Jameson¹s very first Spider-Slayer! And, as if that weren¹t enough challenge, she must also face off against the Human Torch ‹ and her very own father! All this, plus familiar faces such as Aunt May, Flash Thompson, Liz Allan, Betty Brant and Mary Jane! ³Very few people gave the MC2 line a chance... but Tom DeFalco proved that there¹s still a loyal market for entertaining comics with a sense of enthusiasm. You have to go back in time almost thirty years to find comics this consistently fun!² (Comic Shop News) FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 16 A-NEXT #11 Tom Defalco/Ron Frenz/Brett Breeding Guest-starring Captain America and Doctor Doom! Having journeyed to an alternate reality where they are forced to battle distorted versions of the original Avengers, the next generation of the Earth¹s Mightiest Heroes join with the Captain America! Can the young team stop the dastardly Doctor Doom? They better, or else the demented despot will extend his nightmarish empire across every plane of reality! Plus: American Dream finally gets her very own shield ‹ and the A-Next squad faces its first fatal casualty! FC $1.99 ON SALE JUNE 23 J2 #11 Tom DeFalco/Ron Lim/Al Milgrom J2 takes on Shang Chi, Iron Fist, the Sons of the Tiger, the Cat, the White Tiger and even Howard the Duck in ³The Master of Jug-Fu!² Lured into a martial arts tournament, Juggie faces some over-the-hill, but former all-time greats! But why have all these fighters come out of retirement? That¹s an answer only our surprise super-villain knows for sure! Plus: Wolverine insists that his daughter ‹ Rina, the Wild Thing ‹ join the Uncanny X-People! But Jubilee¹s test is a whole lot harder than taking the S.A.T.s! FC $1.99 DYNAMIC FORCES SPIDER-MAN: CHAPTER ONE #2 EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION COVER Unsigned. Extremely Limited! FC $4.95 THE HULK #1 DF EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL ALTERNATE COVER FC $10.00 X-MEN MILESTONE #1 SIGNED Signed by legendary co-creator Jack Kirby! FC SRP: $199.95 AVENGERS #1 EXTREMELY LIMITED CHROMIUM COVER TWO PACK! Marvel has sold out of this limited edition Avengers #1 Chromium Cover, but don¹t fret if you¹ve missed out on this milestone issue, because DF has a few copies of this ultra cool limited edition cover by none other than fan favorite... Mr. Top Ten artist himself... Mr. George Pérez! And not only that, but the ones supplied by DF will also be signed by Mr. Pérez! Now hurry up and reserve yourself a copy, before you miss out again on the opportunity of a lifetime. And in case you¹re wondering why it says two pack on top, it¹s because we are also throwing in the extremely limited and hard to get Heroes Reborn: The Return #1 with a Dave DeVries cover! Set, FC SRP: $25.00 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #95 "X-Men hater" Alex Ross paints his first X-Men cover for the Wizard: The Comics Magazine #95. See Ross' fantastic interpretation of Colossus, Cyclops, Storm, Phoenix, Nightcrawler, Banshee, and his first-ever painted image of Wolverine. This month Wizard presents its Giant Summer Preview Guide with all of the latest information on more than 50 of your favorite comic book titles. This summer, big plans are in the works for the X-Men, JLA, Battle Chasers, Danger Girl, Spawn, The Avengers, Wolverine, Spidey, and Daredevil. Which comics and creators should you be paying attention to? Which villains will wreak havoc? Which 10 characters should bite it? Find out here! Our countdown to Wizard 2000 continues as we meet with writer/television producer J. Michael Straczynski, who is another talent who continues the trend of creators that have entered the world of comics from the outside. 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Get the truth you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest CCG strategy guides, roleplaying adventure modules, and resources to put you at the top of your game. Plus, the only independent monthly Magic price guide that you can trust! EXCLUSIVES & CONTESTS: FREE‹Pokémon Import Booklet with complete translations of Pokémon CCG card sets that have only been released in Japan, and trace the development of the Pokémon CCG in the Far East! Get this crucial Pokémon information only in InQuest Gamer! FREE‹Magic: The Gathering Deck Stickers for you to label your decks, from Wizards of the Coast. Get these ONLY in InQuest Gamer! WIN‹All of the Pokémon CCG cards currently in print from WOTC! Magazine $4.99 WIZARD AUTHENTIC SIGNED LIMITED EDITIONS OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARCANUM #1/2 SIGNED Writer and artist Brandon Peterson tells an untold tale of Arcanum that takes place before issue #1! Plus: extra material that further explains the mysteries of the magical Arcanum! This special Gold edition is signed by creator Brandon Peterson! Each issue includes a certificate of authenticity. Signed $14.95 ********************* DIVIN RIGHT #1/2 SIGNED Wizard presents the special edition Divine Right #1/2, featuring art by Jim Lee! This incredible 1/2 issue features a previously untold tale of Divine Right that takes place before the start of the series. Wizard Authentic is making this limited edition available with the signature of creator/artist Jim Lee. Signed $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MAGE #0 EXCLUSIVE SIGNED Matt Wagner, the creator of Grendel, returns to the series that made him an industry superstar ‹ Mage! Mage #0 features an exclusive prelude story to the new series, plus you get the collectible signature of the creator! Signed $19.95 O/A GLOW IN THE DARK EVIL ERNIE FIGURE SIGNED Lady Death's devotee, Evil Ernie, is rendered in gruesome detail in this super-rare, variant glow-in-the-dark action figure! Plus, each toy comes signed by sculptor Claburn Moore and includes a certificate of authenticity. Signed $24.95 O/A X-FILES: DEEP THROAT #1 VARIANT SIGNED Deep Throat may be gone, but he's certainly not forgotten! Scully and Mulder's elusive informant stars in this fully-painted adaptation of the original "Deep Throat" X-Files episode! Actor Jerry Hardin has personally signed 2,000 copies of this scarce variant cover edition of Deep Throat #1! Don't miss out. Like Deep Throat, once they're gone, they're gone! Signed $24.95 ****************** WIZARD AUTHENTIC SIGNED LIMITED EDITIONS OFFERED AGAIN O/A DARKCHYLDE LITHOGRAPH SIGNED This is one Chylde of the Dark fans will love to have in their homes. Randy Queen's gorgeous creation appears in a revealing bikini swimsuit on this huge, 22" x 28" collectible lithograph! Plus, Wizard Authetic is offering a limited quantity of the original run signed by Queen. Includes a certificate of authenticity. Signed $49.95 ********************** MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER LITHOGRAPH SIGNED TV's most hilarious, most mysterious, most amazing science theater show enters the world of fine art! Now their countless fans can enjoy Mike and the 'bots on a huge, 22" x 28" litho! Not even Pearl could resist the lure of immortalization by the talented hand of artist Dave Dorman. This incredible lithograph is available here, thanks to the Wizard Authentic program, signed by the artist himself, Dave Dorman! Includes a certificate of authenticity. Signed $49.95 COMICS SECTION A-LIST COMICS JUMBO COMICS #2 The first issue of Jumbo Comics came out in 1938 ‹ 60 years ago! This concludes the reprinting of the first issue and contains material by Will Eisner and Jack Kirby. Jumbo Comics #1 is a fine collection of work done by artists who later became the trendsetters who literally changed the entire comics field. Published quarterly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 AARDVARK-VANAHEIM CEREBUS #243 GOING HOME: Part 12 (of 34) Cerebus decides to do a little fishing while Jaka has another conversation with F. Stop Kennedy about his book that he won't let her read. The subject of the artists' colony on Mealc comes up. Will it change the direction of Kennedy's book? The countdown to issue 300 (March 2004) continues: T-minus 57 and counting. b&w, 24pg $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH CEREBUS VOLUME 8: MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS BOOK 2 WOMEN TP "Women," the eighth volume in the best-selling Cerebus series, features the first appearances of Swoon and Snuff; the Sandman parody Cirin, and Astoria, as well as many revelations about the nature of ³Cirinism² and ³Kevillism.² (STAR00849) SC, 7x10, 248pg, b&w $17.00 ****************************** ABC STUDIOS HARD COPY #1 by Various Some of today's hottest artists help bring to life this first edition! "Poison Red" brings you tales of a vampire, with art by painter newcomer Ahmed Carralero. Also, Ricky Carralero's "Crime Boss" unfolds in a tale about a violent underworld crime family. Plus, art by Armando Huerta, Greg Narvasa, and more! Available also as Nude Alternate Covers drawn by artists Armando Huerta, Ricky Carralero, and Ahmed Carralero. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: The Nude Covers are not available in Hong Kong and Canada. MATURE READERS REGULAR‹b&w, 48pg $4.00 ARMANDO HUERTA NUDE‹b&w, 48pg $8.00 RICKY CARRALERO NUDE‹b&w, 48pg $8.00 AHMED CARRALERO NUDE‹b&w, 48pg $8.00 DOUBLE IMPACT ALIVE GOLD METAL EDITION by Ricky Carralero & Armando Huerta Now is your chance to get a hold of the collected edition of the popular Suicide Run mini- series. Agents China and Jazz go on a rescue mission to save agent Daisy Dukes from the clutches of mistress Barrona and her group of hellions. In a blink of an eye the tables are turned on China and Jazz in a double cross, so what happened? Also available in a Red Leather Gallery Edition. MATURE READERS REGULAR‹b&w, 32pg $3.00 RED LEATHER ‹b&w, 32pg $15.00 DOUBLE IMPACT RAW VOLUME 2 COLLECTION by Armando Huerta & Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹b&w, 32pg $3.00 GATEFOLD COVER‹b&w, 32pg $15.00 DOUBLE IMPACT HOT SHOTS GOLD METAL EDITION by Armando Huerta Double Impact celebrates five years with this collected edition of Hot Shots 1 & 2 all in one. Featuring a painted cover by Armando Huerta with a certifying God medal stamp. Also available in a Nude Cover Edition. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. MATURE READERS REGULAR $3.00 NUDE COVER $10.00 ARMANDO HUERTA LEATHER PORTFOLIO #1 Pin-up illustrations created by the master of erotic art, Armando Huerta. This special edition portfolio features a wraparound leather cover enhanced with a gold foil image. A Platinum Foil Cover Edition is also available. MATURE READERS LEATHER EDITION $25.00 PLATINUM COVER $25.00 ARMANDO HUERTA PORTFOLIO #2 Five more gorgeous prints featuring the amazing art of Armando Huerta. This is the second of five full-color portfolios printed on high gloss cardstock. A true collector's item! MATURE AUDIENCES Portfoio $24.95 ABIOGENESIS PRESS STRANGEHAVEN #12 by Gary Spencer Millidge Regular followers of the adventures of the weird inhabitants of England¹s most remote village really won¹t want to miss this climatic issue! And it¹s also a great jumping-on point for new readers. Billy leaves jail, the Knights discover who¹s been betraying their secrets and Peter desperately seeks a solution to his love triangle. Murder, mystery, romance, and intrigue come to the boil as Alex dreams of that girl again. Painted cover by Millidge. Quarterly. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ABSTRACT STUDIOS STRANGERS IN PARADISE VOLUME III #24 Freddie is livid when he discovers Francine is having a hot and steamy love affair with a married man. Why couldn't it be him? Little does he know his own wife, Casey, is pursuing another man, David, who only has eyes for Katchoo! Make sense? Of course not! Don't miss this decidedly torrid issue of SIP, guaranteed to raise your blood pressure! b&w $2.75 AC COMICS THE HAUNTED HORSEMAN #1 This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the original Magazine Enterprises' Ghost Rider title. Created by artist Dick Ayers and writer Gardner Fox, the original Ghost Rider remains one of the most original, unique, and exciting of all characters created for comics in the Western genre. In this issue you'll find three stories from the highly collectible Ghost Rider #1, plus an array of eerie adventures spanning the Spectral Rider's career. Packaged here as The Haunted Horseman, revisit some of the most thrilling Western exploits of the 1950s such as "Spook Justice!" "The Fire Ghost!" and "The Origin!" Monsters, devils, witches, vampires, and even the Frankenstein monster served as villains in this series. All stories feature Ayers art with script by Fox, Ray Krank, and Carl Memling. As a special bonus, this collection presents a "Tale of the Ghost Rider" drawn in 1954, but never before published! The cover is a classic by fantasy art legend Frank Frazetta. b&w, 44pg $5.95 GOLDEN-AGE MEN OF MYSTERY #15 Simon & Kirby Salute! Most readers have clamored for more in-depth articles, so this issue of Men Of Mystery delivers! Covered here in great detail are the colorful careers of some of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby's most awesome creations, including Stuntman, Captain 3-D, Bulls-Eye, and the celebrated Boy's Ranch. Each feature covers the subject issue by issue, and is profusely illustrated. The cover is a re-presentation of the cover art created for the unpublished Captain 3-D #2 by Kirby. In addition, this issue reprints a complete Jack Kirby Black Owl adventure from the early 1940s! Don't miss this one! b&w, 52pg $6.95 GOLDEN-AGE MEN OF MYSTERY COLLECTION #4 Some of the greatest artists and characters of the 1940s are represented in complete stories reprinted in sparkling crisp b&w! Will Eisner, Lou Fine, Bob Powell, Jack Cole, Bob Fujitani, Jerry Robinson, Mort Meskin, Dan Barry, Ruben Moreira, and others bring us Spy Smasher, Cat-Man, Phantom Lady, Black Terror, Rocketman, Yarko, The Human Bomb, and many more! Plus, there's also an extensive article on comic book heroes in the movie serials (illustrated with b&w photos), as well as Part 1 of a long interview with Blackhawk creator Chuck Cuideria. Collection (x4) $19.95 ROY ROGERS INSTANT COLLECTORS PAK Fan interest in the greatest movie cowboy of them all has suddenly increased, and here's your chance to jump on the bandwagon! To celebrate the success of AC's new ongoing Roy Rogers Western series (#1 was AC's best-selling book last year), here's your second chance to get a copy of the historic first issue, packaged together with some of AC's most colorful and attractive posters! These include one copy each of AC's exact replica reproductions of the 11" x 14" color lobby title cards from "Nighttime in Nevada" and "Song of Arizona" (both starring Roy); and one each of the color AC photo wall banners, "Happy Trails" and "King of the Cowboys." Get this one low-priced package, and you, too, can be a part of Roy-mania in 1999! Pack $22.95 ACG JAMES O'BARR'S TASTY BITS #1 by James O'Barr More than Gothic, more than sci-fi, James O'Barr hits hard with new and rare stories. This is James unleashed and ready to go. A must for all O'Barr and Crow fans. Also available signed and numbered by O'Barr! REG.‹b&w, 32pg $2.95 SIGNED‹b&w, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $9.95 ATOMIC MOUSE NUCLEAR EDITION #1 The adventures of Comicdom's favorite Super-Rodent is now available! The collection covers choice stories from his mid-fifties to sixties adventures. Cover by Al Fago! b&w, 32pg $2.95 A COP CALLED TRACY #6 by Chester Gould The adventure continues with the "Saga of Krome." Murder, mystery, and more with Dick Tracy, America's favorite detective. b&w, 32pg $2.95 SPACED OUT HERBIE #1 by Ogden Whitney Herbie rides again with a collection of bizarre space and dimensional travel stories, and a Star Trek spoof cover that will leave you rolling with laughter! b&w, 32pg $2.95 ACTIVE SYNAPSE CLAN APIS #5 by Jay Hosler, Ph.D Nyuki finally faces her fear of the unknown and assumes her role as a forager only to discover that she loves it! Nyuki works her wings to a nub as she collects pollen and honey for the new hive. Join our heroine as she learns about the ancient co-operative relationship between flowers and bees from her floral pal Bloomington. b&w, 24pg (5 of 5) $2.95 ADEPT BOOKS SWEET #4 by Leland Myrick Travel back to the beginning of the 19th century to experience the strange love story between a young woman and her Indian kidnapper, told through the pages of the girl's diary. Find out what happens to a young woman's mind and heart when she is taken away from everything and everyone she loves. b&w, 24pg $2.95 AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS Amaze Ink SKELETON KEY VOL. 2 #3 by Andi Watson Andi Watson¹s Skeleton Key returns for a brand new four-issue mini-series. This month, Kitsune turns her attention to the garden while preparing her cabin for the housewarming party. Her hard work pays off in an unexpected fashion and leads to a job opportunity. Meanwhile, Yale is finding his exercise regime a hard slog and starts to think it¹s not for himŠ especially since the work on Matt¹s website is much more fun. Yale feels increasingly guilty about Kitsune but can¹t muster the courage to face her. Tamsin makes some interesting discoveries of her own: that all is not rosy between Matt and his girlfriendŠ not when Tam and Matt get on so well. b&w, 24pg (3 of 4) $2.95 SKELETON KEY T-SHIRT #3 Designed by Andi Watson Celebrate the return of Skeleton Key with this adorable t-shirt! This white shirt features Tammy and Kitty just hangin¹ around on the front. Also features a Skeleton Key logo. Available in Medium, Large and Extra Large. M-XL SRP: $20.00 Slave Labor Graphics ACTION GIRL COMICS #18 edited by Sarah Dyer This issue features a new Blue Monday installment from Chynna Clugston-Major; new contributor Meaghan Dunn (of Zoey's Desk); new work from Che Gilson; the long-awaited return of Patty Leidy; and much more! The cover features the Blue Monday cast celebrating a visit from Action Girl and Ultra Girl, drawn by Chynna Clugston-Major. It's... um... fun-packed and ultra-swell! b&w, 24pg (Note Price) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A AWKWARD by Ariel Schrag Awkward covers Ariel Schrag¹s freshman year of high school in her usual poignant and humorous fashion. Awkward is the first installment of her high school stories that includes "Definition" (sophomore year), "Potential" (junior year), and her as-yet-unnamed senior year epic to be released later in 1999. This first Slave Labor edition of Awkward is a 56- page, magazine-sized, self-covered adolescent masterpiece. Magazine, 56pg, b&w $4.95 ************************** DIM-WITTED DARRYL #5 by Michael Bresnahan With the help of his friends, Darryl is introduced to the forbidden joy of girlie magazines. But mom is none too happy about his new discovery of the world of smut. She¹ll do anything in her power to rid Darryl of his impure thoughtsŠ even if that includes calling the priest over to exorcise the sexual demons from Darryl¹s genitalia! So much fun in a tale that could only be called, ³Satan Lives in My Pants!² b&w, 24pg $2.95 GLOOM COOKIE #1 by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Slave Labor Graphics presents the long-awaited, full-sized issue of Gloom Cookie #1. Enter a world filled with whimsical tales of social treachery, unrequited love, and monsters under the bed. Readers who enjoy titles such as Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Lenore will be drawn to the stylistic art and cynical storyline. This issue features Lex and Max and their vain pursuit of love, as well as a unique portrayal of nightclub intrigue. Not to mention Sebastian and his struggles with disappearing girlfriends and things that go bump in the night. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH HECTIC PLANET BOOK ONE: DIM FUTURE TP by Evan Dorkin This trade collection of Evan Dorkin¹s first solo comics work follows the misadventures of the hardluck Jersey Devil smuggling crew as they try to make a dishonest day¹s pay in a near-future filled with crazed politicians, killer robots, psychotic mercenaries, gun-toting lowlifes, angry ex-girlfriends, berserk club bouncers, skanking rude boys, rowdy skinheads, and an entire world of drunken slob revelers celebrating the destruction of a neighboring planet. Besides collecting the first four out-of-print Eternity issues of Dorkin¹s Pirate Corp$!, Dim Future also includes rarely seen promotional art and pin-ups from the early days of the book. (STAR08413) SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $12.95 HECTIC PLANET BOOK TWO: CHECKERED PAST TP by Evan Dorkin The Jersey Devil crew decides to go straight ‹ but old vendettas, old girlfriends, and plain old bad luck continue to make their lives a living hell! Their attempts to find gainful employment leads to a fiery McDonalds riot, a fist-fight on live television, and a massive hockey brawl that almost gets them killed. We also meet the confounding mental midget Fibby and The Trombone Girls, and an all-girl ska band squatting in a miles-long New Jersey supermarket filled with homeless people and gestapo-like security guards. (STAR08414) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 ********************** LENORE POSTCARD #3 by Roman Dirge This postcard features a reproduction of the cover of Lenore #3 ‹ Ain¹t She Cute!? Sure to spook out letter carriers worldwide! Postcard, 4x6, FC $1.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LENORE #2 CURRENT PRINTING by Roman Dirge The adventures of a cute little dead girl continue with Lenore attending her own funeral and being slightly confused about it. Lenore gets to battle the Possum King and practice ballerina dancing from the darkside. Also, ³The Crooked Man,² a kiddie nursery rhyme type story of death and desire. b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A LOVE IN TIGHTS #1 by J. Torres & Various Stories about knockin' boots after a day of knockin¹ around the bad guys! Tales of lovers who happen to be crime-fighters. Love literally taking flight. Romance, drama, action, plus more than a few laughs, brought to you by some promising new talent and critically- acclaimed alternative press favorites such as Jason Asala (Poe), Steve Conley (Astounding Space Thrills), John Gallagher (Buzz Boy), Greg Hyland (Lethargic Lad), Randy Reynaldo (Adventure Strip Digest), Jimmie Robinson (Amanda & Gunn), J. Torres (Copybook Tales), Andi Watson (Skeleton Key) and more! b&w, 32pg $2.95 ************************** ODDJOB #2 by Ian Smith & Tyson Smith It¹s never pretty when fast food promotions go wrong! When fast food magnate Burger Boy discovers that shipments of his irresistibly collectible "Funny Bunnies" are disappearing, Moe, Investigator of the Odd, knows that there¹s more at stake than the sales figures of Fun Meals. Who are the Happy Squad? Who has been fencing top secret Soviet Cold War technology? Moe must put together the pieces in this deadly game of Connect Four before all of Spiral City is trapped in a state of perpetual recess! b&w, 32pg $2.95 POTENTIAL‹UNIT FIVE: ANIMALS FORM AND FUNCTION by Ariel Schrag As our protagonist heads into the fifth month of her Junior year, one must remember that all organisms have comparative approaches to common problems. Whether it be the survival of a marriage, or the time and place for nubile bodies to copulate... or at least tribute, all systems are involved. From the rush of the circulatory when Sally consoles, to the drain of the digestive when she rolls away, the body struggles to adapt to its changing environment. MATURE READERS Magazine, 32pg, b&w $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SHIP OF FOOLS TRADE PAPERBACK by Bryan J. L. Glass & Mike Avon Oeming Ship of Fools is a sci-fi action/adventure saga described by writer Glass as ³Star Wars meets Pulp Fiction.² The characters are all outcasts, branded 'insane' by the controlling powers that be, and together form a misfit family who become symbols of individuality and hope for the universe. As artist Oeming says, ³being human, being an individual, is the most important thing in the universe.² SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.95 *************************** SQUEE T-SHIRT by Jhonen Vasquez This Squee black shirt features the ³Squee in the jaws of death² thingie on the front and the word ³Squee² on the back Available in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large. S-XL SRP: $20.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STRAY CATS #1 by L.G.X. Lillian Mousli Welcome dear readers, to the world of German cartoonist L.G.X. Lillian Mousli, creator of Stray Cats. This dark fairy tale tells the story of two children, Penny and Paul, who escape the unhappiness of their homes when playing with each other. When fate separates them, they suffer various hardships until an angel brings them the hope of being reunited. Penny becomes lost in the forest and is kidnapped by a dangerous stranger who imagines her as a princess and writes poetry for her. Paul escapes his abusive father, and is taken in by a boxer before becoming a champion fighter and celebrity. Both hide from their childhood pain and long for each other. It is a story of love and hate, suffering and hope, isolation and salvation. b&w, 24pg $2.95 ************************* AMAZING AARON PRODUCTIONS AARON STRIPS #10 by Aaron Warner A double-sized blow-out! Double the amount of "Adventures of Aaron" comic strips, and triple the excitement with a look at the past ten issues, and the stories behind each of their covers. Plus, a "Babes Gallery," a who's who of the various vixens who have passed through Aaron's pages, narrated by Aaron's Dad! A great jumping-on point for new readers! b&w, 48pg (Note Price) $3.95 GRRL SQUAD #2 by Aaron Warner The meat of this tree issue sandwich opens with GRRL Squad's main saboteur, Mayhem, taking on killer shark-men. Will she survive long enough to use her secret weapon prom dress to infiltrate Lady Malice's party? And what's with Silent Jane? Is she good or evil? b&w, 32pg $2.95 ANTARCTIC PRESS AREALA: ANGEL OF WAR #4 by Jim Gelvin, Craig Babiar, & Sam Delarosa This is it ‹ the earth-shaking finale of Areala: Angel of War! We've followed Areala from her youth as a girl on Earth, through her battles as a Valkyrie warrior maid in the service of Asgard, to her renunciation of the Norse gods and her new place as an angel in the service of Christianity. Now, the Twilight of the gods is upon the Norse pantheon ‹ the battle of Ragnarok itself! Can Areala stand idly by and watch the utter destruction of her former comrades and the deities she once served? Will she join the apocalyptic battle ‹ and if she does, will she survive it? b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.99 BETTI COZMO #2 by Dori Yamada & John Fang Betti lands on the planet Darvak in search of the Van Goths' kidnapped child, Bractchal. While searching the Van Goth chemical engineering plant, she quickly runs into trouble as the Intergalactic Royal Police pop in. If that wasn¹t enough, she also discovers that the Vampericons, the deadliest alien race ever recorded by intelligent life forms, have infested the entire plant! Oh yeah, her sidekick Croaker runs into some Martian hookers. Don¹t miss this action-packed second issue of the deadliest ray-gun-packin¹ mercenary in space, Betti Cozmo! FC, 24pg (2 of 3) $2.99 BOX OFFICE POISON #14 by Alex Robinson The fallout from the big eviction continues as Sherman and company search for a new place (or places?) to live. Meanwhile, Irving Flavor introduces his newest super-heroes: Meteon and the Comet Kid!! But who or what is GraNo-Sequon, and why didn't Flavor tell Ed about it? Meanwhile, Sherman receives yet another frightening call from his girlfriend Dorothy, but things get more complicated than a mere bus accident! Plus: the winners of the Box Office Contest! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.99 DARKSHRINE #2 by Shelby Robertson Laeticia and Valetta have been transformed by the dark magic of the Demi-Relics. Can their new powers save them from destruction in the abysses of the Demi-Worlds? Somewhere, across bridges of time and dimension, lies Earth. But can they find it? And will it ever be the same if they return? FC, 16pg (2 of 2) (Note Price) $2.50 DEADFORCE #2 by Roy Burdine Deadforce, the man whose touch is an instant ticket to the afterlife, has joined forces with the macabre crimefighter, Crazyface, to take on the criminal empire of Simon Jasper. As the two of them pick their way through the intricate twists and turns of Los Muertos' criminal underground, only one thing is certain ‹ sooner or later, they will come up against the human wall of The Mass. No enforcer is more terrifying, no killer more efficient! Can even the power of Deadforce get through him to Simon Jasper? FC, 24pg (2 of 3) $2.99 GOLD DIGGER #50 by Fred Perry It's a landmark in independent comics as Gold Digger reaches its 50th issue! We're celebrating with two versions of this ground-breaking issue ‹ a regular edition and a special variant with a separate cover and a breathtaking bound in full-color poster! Inside, Brianna finds herself jailed for destroying half the town during the war between her battling personalities. Knowing that she's all better now, though, Seance and Sheila break her free, allowing her to return to the mission that brought her to Jade in the first place. She strikes out on her own and discovers a golem-maker in the Iron Caves who may be able to remake her friend, the golem Raphael. But unbeknownst to Brianna and the golem-maker, right next door is the power-mad Tirant, hatching his master plan to absorb the power from all of the mages whom he's kidnapped or stolen magic items from. When these two powerful magical ceremonies go off at the same time, the result is totally unexpected: accidentally summoning the dreaded Spellvis to Jade ‹ 300 feet tall! Now, if there's to be any hope of stopping this monstrous arch-mage, Brianna and Raph will have to find Tirant and the devices he stole... before it's too late! REG.‹b&w, 32pg $2.99 DLX.‹b&w, 32pg $5.99 LUFTWAFFE 1946 #18 by Nomura, B. Dunn & J. Dunn SCHWEINFURT‹After the "Hamburg Holocaust" initiated by the RAF (Royal Air Force) in July 1943, the USAAF (US Army Air Force) concentrated the main bulk of its forces to attack Schweinfurt in August and October 1943. Despite the chaos of the German High Command, the Luftwaffe inflicted a heavy toll on the American bombers, which the Americans still believed could bomb without fighter escort. With casualties reaching 1,500 in those two raids, the Americans suspended all heavy bombing missions until the spring of 1944, rushing to prepare for D-Day. In this altered history, the He-280 and the British Mustang prototype are introduced in combat during the October raid and the Luftwaffe, as ordered by Hitler, develops the Me262 as a fighter-bomber, causing the slowdown of the Allied advance in Normandy and leading to Luftwaffe: 1946. This issue will be the last of the current black-and-white format ‹ Luftwaffe: 1946 episodes will continue monthly in the succeeding "World War II: 1946" title in full-color starting in July. b&w, 24pg $2.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #69 by Herb Mallette & Steven Henry It's a showdown on the sands of Guri-Guri Island! Akaru and his hulking opponent, Ogu, battle for Asrial's hand in marriage ‹ but she doesn't want to marry either one! Will Akaru be triumphant? Will Asrial be able to back out of a wedding without humiliating Akaru in front of his whole tribe? Heck, does she even care if he's humiliated or not? Things get nuttier and nuttier in this last issue before the return of Ben Dunn to NHS! b&w, 32pg $2.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SPECIAL #1 by Root, Drozd, & Sandel Fun in the sun plus senseless violence ‹ it¹s the very first Ninja High School Summer Special! On the hottest day in Quagmire history, Sammi¹s hard at work making deliveries for her uncle while the rest of her friends hang out at the pool. As the temperature climbs, Sammi¹s fuse grows dangerously short! So when Lendo does something unusually stupid to beat the heat ‹ like building a gigantic nuclear-powered air-conditioner that threatens to wipe Quagmire off the face of the Earth ‹ Sammi gets downright homicidal! All this, and the world¹s craziest, deadliest diving competition! b&w, 32pg $2.99 Venus Comics ULTRA VIXEN 2: DEMON SEED WINDOWS CD-ROM GAME SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, the U.K., and Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Windows CD-ROM $39.99 SPACE SIRENS WINDOWS/MAC HYBRID CD-ROM SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, the U.K., and Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Hybrid CD-ROM $39.99 Anthill Comics A-BOMB #1 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, the U.K., and Canada. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.99 SPACE GIRL #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, the U.K., and Canada. ADULT MATERIAL FC, 32pg $2.99 ANTI-BALLISTIC PIXELLATIONS GREMLIN TROUBLE #18 by E.T. Bryan & Elizabeth Bryan Mayhem abounds, as Cypher once again meets the gremlin-hating hench-babes in fairyland. Meanwhile, Hex discovers the secret of the Skystone, so Cypher can use its power. FC, 24pg $2.95 ARCANE COMICS PROPHECY OF THE SOUL SEARCHER #2 by Seaton, Blaine, & Owens When the army of darkness shadows the Earth, the chosen one will cast our fate by facing the evil before him. Issue #2 flashes back to just before Elijah Alexander learned he was "the Chose One," destined to cast our fate by facing Sirach, an evil Soul Sorcerer resurrected in Manhattan. MATURE READERS b&w, (2 of 4) $2.95 ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE #487 by Gladir Pellowski, & Goldberg In "Taking The Plunge!" by Mike Pellowski & Stan Goldberg, the gang takes action when they discover the old creek they used to swim in as kids is polluted. Then, Reggie's in more 'hot water' than usual when he challenges Archie to a jet ski race in "The Big Psyche" by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg. And in "Let's All Scream For Ice Cream," by Gladir & Goldberg, Archie finds out being an ice cream man isn't as "cool" as he thought it was when he fills in for the regular guy! Finally, getting your Christmas cards out early is one thing ‹ but July is ridiculous! "It's In The Cards" by Gladir & Goldberg. FC, 32pg $1.79 ARCHIE DIGEST #165 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, and many more! Digest, FC $1.99 ARCHIE DOUBLE DIGEST #110 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, Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, and many more! Digest, FC $2.99 BETTY #77 by Gladirm, H. Smith, & Goldberg With business slow at their summer job‹a boardwalk hot dog stand‹Betty and Nancy come up with a gimmick to attract more customers ‹ sand castles! ‹ in "Sand In Demand" by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg! Also: Betty plays diplomat when she volunteers to help out at the senior citizen center in "The Peacemaker," by Hal Smith & Stan Goldberg. FC, 32pg $1.79 BETTY & VERONICA #139 by Kathleen Webb & Dan DeCarlo Two worlds collide as summer meets winter! Has Dilton invented a weather machine? No, silly, the girls just decided to hike up a mountain ‹ a snow-capped mountain, that is! Also, in "Beauty Food," Betty shows Veronica how to make beauty cream from all natural ingredients ‹ including food! Hope Jughead isn't around to 'eat' the profits! FC, 32pg $1.79 BETTY & VERONICA SUMMER FUN SPECIAL #6 by Various Blondes, brunettes, beach balls and bikinis ‹ need we say more? It could only be Betty & Veronica Summer Fun! Riverdale's beauties romp their way through summer break in this 48-page special chock-full of beach stories and (of course) pin-ups! The most competitive game on the beach isn't volleyball when a hunky new lifeguard catches Betty and Veronica's eyes. Veronica uses a tidal wave approach, while Betty opts for ripples. Guess who wins? Find out in "The Act To Attract," by Barbara Slate & Dan DeCarlo! In "The Scene Stealer," by George Gladir & Jeff Schultz, Veronica brings her camcorder to the beach to shoot an 'improvised' movie of her friends. The only trouble is, with her ego, no one else can fit in the frame! Plus, the girls get a scare at the fair when the fortune teller's predictions actually seem to come true in "Fortune Told Off," by Mike Pellowski & Jeff Schultz! Plus: summer fun aplenty! FC, 48pg $2.29 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BETTY & VERONICA SUMMER FUN SPECIAL #2-5 by Various June is Betty & Veronica Summer Fun month! Put on your shades, head to the beach, and enjoy these classic back-issue comics you may have missed! #1-4 FC, 48pg $2.00Ea. #5 FC, 48pg $2.25 ************************ BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #37 by Dan Parent "Shakespeare Beware!" Move over, Gwyneth Paltrow ‹ Riverdale's teen dream queens, Betty and Veronica, tackle the beloved bard! While Betty knocks 'em dead with a 'Shakespeare In The Park' performance, Veronica comes up with a new wrinkle: 'Shakespeare On The Beach' (or 'The Bard Meets Baywatch'). Wherefore surf thou, sweet Romeo?! FC, 32pg $1.79 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #106 by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette ‹ teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales by Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, and more! Digest, FC $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #82 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, Dan DeCarlo, Henry Scarpelli, and many more! Digest, FC $2.99 CHERYL BLOSSOM #25 by Holly Golightly Watch out, bikini lovers ‹ here comes Cheryl in a summer-ific issue! Featuring flashy fashions from our radical readers! In "Creature Feature on Party Beach," Rick Goreman, a low-budget horror movie maker, stumbles upon Cheryl's beach party and comes up with a money-saving idea: set up hidden cameras and film the kids as they find his 'haunted' pirate ship! Plus: It's a 'fun day on the runway' when Cheryl enlists the gang to model in her rainforest benefit fashion show "Jungle Blossom!" And Cheryl gives her eyeballs a workout ‹ by watching the body builders on the beach in "Beauty And The Beach!" FC, 32pg $1.79 JUGHEAD #120 by Various The man of a thousand hamburgers returns in these all-new adventures! FC, 32pg $1.79 JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #151 by Various If you think Archie gets into trouble on his own, check out the action when he teams up with Jughead! Featuring new stories and classic tales by Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, and Dan DeCarlo. Digest, FC $1.99 KNUCKLES #28 by Penders, Allan, & Pepoy THE FIRST DATE: Part 3‹Knuckles is nervous as his big date with Julie-Su approaches, so he asks his mother for dating advice. His confidence is restored, but not for long: his dreams are shattered when Julie-Su changes plans! Is this the end of romance for everyone's favorite echidna, or does his gal-pal just have something else up her sleeve? FC, 32pg $1.79 PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #43 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 $2.99 STARS OF THE MONTH ARCHIE AMERICANA SERIES These volumes reprint some of the best of Archie comics from four decades of fun! 7x10, 96-128pg, FC. BEST OF THE '40S (STAR06845) $10.95 BEST OF THE '50S (STAR08201) $9.95 BEST OF THE '60S (STAR01270) $9.95 BEST OF THE '70S (STAR08202) $9.95 ARCHIE: LOVE SHOWDOWN COLLECTION (STAR00891) FC, 48pg $4.95 ********************** SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #29 by Michael Gallagher & Dan DeCarlo "A Fish Called Esmerelda": It's 'fintastic' fun when Cousin Esmerelda turns herself into a mermaid, but her parents expect her back with human feet, so Sabrina must net this fish ‹ or end up all wet! FC, 32pg $1.79 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH #11-15 by Various Add a little "magic" to your life this June ‹ don't miss these "spell-binding" Sabrina The Teenage Witch back-issues! FC, 48pg $1.75Ea. **************************** SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #74 by Bollers, Butler, & Eklund "Don't Call It A Comeback!": The intrigue continues as Sonic and the Freedom Fighters return to Knothole Village to find only his parents there! Where did everyone else go?! Fed up, Sonic and his pals take off for outer space in search of answers... and the culprit behind their friends' disappearance! But once they find out who the village-napper is, they may wish they'd never asked! FC, 32pg $1.79 SONIC SUPER SPECIAL #10 by Gallagher, Manak, & D. DeCarlo SOME ENCHANTRA EVENING: Chapter Two‹Special cross-over madness issue, guest-starring Sabrina The Teenage Witch and the cast from the upcoming Sonic Underground! animated TV series! Picking up where May's Sabrina The Teenage Witch #28 left off, the action continues as a mind-controlled Sonic invades Westbridge to do Enchantra's bidding! Will he snap out of it, or will Sabrina have to use every trick in her magical arsenal to stop the onslaught?! As if things couldn't get any worse, Enchantra left the portal to Mobius, Sonic's home planet, open ‹ who knows what diabolical super- villains may follow Sonic into Sabrina's world?! Also in this issue: "Zone Wars: A Tale of Two Hedgehogs (more or less...)," by Karl Bollers, Jim Valentino, & Harvey Mercadoocasio. Sonic goes zone-hopping in pursuit of Evil Sonic, who's been impersonating Sonic to retrieve Giant-Borg components for a fiendish plot! Along the way, he lands smack-dab in the middle of Sonic Underground's world ‹ where Sonic, his sister Sonia, and his brother Manic are rock stars. This alternate Sonic and his friends are swept into the adventure, and even run up against a Robotnik from their world! Can the blue blur save his guitar-slinging double? Will a new hero be born this day? The answers await in this thrill-packed issue! FC, 48pg $2.29 STAR OF THE MONTH O/A SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FIRSTS TP by Various This Prestige Format edition collects early Sonic The Hedgehog stories, including the first comic book appearances of Knuckles, Tails, and Sally! (STAR06846) FC, 48pg $4.95 ************************* VERONICA #91 by Various In "One UpGIRLship," by Hal Smith & Jeff Schultz, sometimes even rich Veronica must 'keep up with the Jones's'‹especially when the competition is wealthy like Cynthia! Also, when Veronica holds a gourmet barbecue, the only thing broiling is Mr. Lodge's blood ‹ when he gets the bill ‹ in "A Simple Fact" by Mike Pellowski & Jeff Schultz! FC, 32pg $1.79 ARROW COMICS LAND OF OZ #5 by Gary Bishop & Bill Bryan Join in the continuing adventures in the Land of Oz as our heroes search for Glenda the Good Witch and discover what has happened to the land to the north. We also join in as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way home from a new and dangerous land. What new mysteries await herŠ and where exactly is she? Painted cover by Bryan. b&w, 32pg $2.95 WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE MEMPHIS FRONT #2 by Zimmerman, Gulick, & Dzon The people of Memphis continue their preparations in anticipation of the Martian invasion, while their seemingly unstable leader, The Crump, is informed by his chief advisor (the ghost of Elvis) that another piece has fallen into place. Meanwhile, as our hero attempts to make a life for himself in his newly adopted home, he is revisited by memories of the horrors he witnessed when the Martians conquered St. Louis. Also, the question is raised: While defending themselves from Martian tripods and heat-rays, could the real killer in St. Louis have been stupid human politics? RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #4 (Apr98) b&w, 32pg (2 of 5) $2.95 SPANK THE MONKEY #1 by Randy Zimmerman The world as explained in humorous detail by an ornery little cartoon monkey and his brain-dead friend, Shock! Anything and everything will be covered in this new monthly humor series as creator Randy Zimmerman reaches back to the days of underground comics with his funny, and very poignant opinions. Though designed for anyone with a sense of humor to read, this series will include some adult subject matter and carries the following advisory: "Warning: This book contains actual opinions. Cranial stimulation may develop." Included in this issue are stories on SUV's, Jack Kervorkian, and TV, as well as the timely feature "Get To Know Your Monkey." Also included is a Korvus short story by Fernette, Rashid, and Zimmerman, plus other surprises! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 AVATAR PRESS PANDORA DEVILS ADVOCATE #1 by William Christensen & Mark Seifert Pandora returns with a stunning new cover by Top Cow superstar David Finch, and the fantastic interior art of Rick Lyon. Three of the Avatar Universe's most mysterious figures have formed an unholy alliance to destroy the Girl of Myth. Pandora is forced into enemy territory to rescue her old ally, the Gatekeeper, but can she survive long enough to find her? Also available as a Nude Cover Edition. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REGULAR‹b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50 NUDE COVER‹b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $6.00 PANDORA'S CHEST by Various The perfect companion for the all-new Pandora: Devil's Advocate series! Pandora's Chest contains the secrets of Avatar's Girl of Myth. It's the ultimate guide to Pandora's friends, foes, and exploits to date‹with sexy artwork by some of the greatest artists in independent comics. This book offers valuable insights into the inner workings of the Avatar Universe and is the perfect primer for readers of Pandora. Also available as a Nude Cover Edition. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REGULAR‹b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.75 NUDE COVER‹b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $6.00 QUANTUM MECHANICS #2 by Barry Gregory & Jacen Burrows Munhgo the basilisk, the former warrior-mechanic and protector of the girl Arisa Boddu, has taken possession of the mysterious quantum closet, but in so doing has been spirited from Arisa and now must rescue her from the deadly Proctors that have dispatched an indestructible, spider-like killing machine to recapture the quantum closet! MATURE READERS REGULAR‹b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.50 WRAPAROUND‹b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.95 SNOWMAN FLURRIES by Matt Martin Snowman is back in this exciting one-shot, featuring some of the rarest Snowman short stories that fans have been clamoring for! This special also features pages of all-new artwork by Matt Martin and new pinups from Bill Maus and Trent Kaniuga. Guest-starring Nira X and Vortex! Available in both a Gwynn cover and Snowman cover. MATURE READERS GWYNN COVER‹b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $4.95 SNOWMAN COVER‹b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $4.95 SNOWMAN COLLECTIBLE FIGURE PLATINUM A Previews Exclusive! Matt Martin's fan favorite ice monster comes to life with this giant 8" tall and a 7" wide collectible figure! Snowman comes with a full 13 points of articulation, as well as ice claws that can close around other figures, two ice puppets attached to the base, and three decapitated human heads! Limited to 1,000 figures. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. Figure MSRP: $16.95 GWYNN COLLECTIBLE FIGURE PLATINUM A Previews Exclusive! From Matt Martin's Snowman series comes the ravishing Gwynn in Indian attire! She stands 7" tall, features 10 points of articulation, and comes with her dog Harley, a spear, axe, dagger with sheath, and removable belt! Limited to 1,000 figures. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. Figure MSRP: $13.95 THRESHOLD #17 by Various Blythe is back! After several long years, David Quinn and Hannibal King are ready to once again unleash Nightvision! Chapter One of this all-new two-part story re-introduces all the principal characters and paves the way for the upcoming new series. Also this month is part two of Cimmerian by Tom Sniegoski and Jacen Burrows. The Cimmerian continues her furious battle against the monsters that have invaded and enslaved her world. Rounding out this issue is a new Harpy story, rendered in a photo-realistic style by Dan Parsons! NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS CIMMERIAN‹b&w, 48pg $4.95 CIMMERIAN NUDE‹b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 HARPY‹b&w, 40pg $4.95 NIGHTVISION‹b&w, 40pg $4.95 AVATAR ILLUSTRATED SUMMER 1999 by Various Cover by Tim Vigil. Featuring an all-new Faust: Singa's Talons cover by Tim Vigil! Plus, the debut of Primal by David Quinn! Avatar Illustrated serves as a "sneak peak" into the future of upcoming Avatar releases. This issue spotlights the new Faust: Singa's Talons series as well as Quin and Vigil's follow-up, 777: The Wrath. Also features Ravening, with art by Jacen Burrows, Quinn, and Hannibal King's Nightvision. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $1.25 MERCY NUDES by Bill Maus SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL REGULAR‹b&w, 32pg $3.50 NUDE COVER EDITION‹b&w, 32pg $6.00 NUDES ORGY COVER EDITION‹b&w, 32pg $6.00 WIDOW X #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REGULAR‹b&w, 40pg $3.95 XXX COVER EDITION‹b&w, 40pg $6.00 BEAN BAG VIXENS SERIES 1 SET A Hobby Exclusive! This is the easiest way to get the complete set of Pandora, Widow, Webwitch, Gwynn, and Mercy figures. These five figures are strictly limited to 6,500 copies each. (CAUT: 4) Set MSRP: $53.95 BEAN BAG VIXENS SERIES 1 FIGURES A Hobby Exclusive! Choose from these separate figures for your favorite Avatar butt- stomper! Figures include: the duel world-bound Webwitch; Avatar's own Girl of Myth, Pandora; Mercy, who comes with attached, quilted angel wings; and Widow, who comes with four attached spider-legs. All colorful, cloth-detailed, plush figures are limited to 6,500 copies. (CAUT: 4) MERCY‹Figure MSRP: $10.95 PANDORA‹Figure MSRP: $10.95 WEBWITCH‹Figure MSRP: $10.95 WIDOW‹Figure MSRP: $10.95 AWESOME ENTERTAINMENT NEW KABOOM #1 by Liefeld, Loeb, & Grant A new Kaboom disciple is introduced and will share the responsibilities of the Kaboom Cycle with Geoff and The Zang. Who is she and what is her dark secret? Ships with four variant covers by Keron Grant, Jeff Matsuda, Rob Liefeld, and Dan Fraga. Special incentive chase cover illustrated by Joe Madureira. FC $2.50 COVEN: DARK ORIGINS #1 The secrets behind the Coven members are revealed at last! Ships with three variant covers. FC $2.50 SUPREME THE RETURN #2 by Moore & Starlin The Ivory Icon continues his amazing adventures. Acclaimed award-winning scribe Alan Moore is joined by legendary fan-favorite illustrator Jim Starlin. Ships with two variant covers. FC $2.50 Awesome Classics Signature Series LADY PENDRAGON SIGNED SET #1 The first-ever appearance of Lady Pendragon in her inaugural Maximum Press comic book. Set includes both hard-to-find variants signed by cover artist Rob Liefeld. FC $40.00 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE GLORY EURO SKETCH COVER #0 A Dynamic Forces Exclusive! A sketch cover from both Dynamic Forces and Awesome Comics featuring beautiful artwork from Brandon Peterson. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 TOTALLY AWESOME STARTER SET This package features all 5 Awesome alternate cover comics! There will be a limited edition Glory #0 alternate cover, a Coven #1 alternate cover, an Alex Ross Awesome alternate cover, as well as two other Awesome alternate cover comics! As an added bonus, one of the two surprise comics will be a hard-to-get "Chrome" edition! (CAUT: 2) Set x 5 $29.95 BARE BONES COMICS GAROU THE LONE WOLF #1 by Purcess, Moya, & Leveaux After being bitten by a werewolf at the start of the Spanish Inquisition, does a Jesuit priest named Jon Loop have enough faith to fight the wolf pack that turned him into a werewolf? Or will he fall to the temptation of Satan and become a member of the wolf pack? $2.00 BATTLEBOOKS INC. Because you asked for it!! Battlebooks and Previews are issuing these exclusive "starter packs" featuring today's hottest comics stars! Heating up the summer sales rush will be Shi vs. The Darkness, Witchblade vs. Vampirella, Darkchylde vs. Tomoe, and, due to the incredible demand, a special pack including Alex Ross' Shi Battlebook vs. Randy Queen's Darkchylde Battlebook! These books where under-ordered everywhere, and now here's your second chance to jump on the Battlebooks bandwagon that's sweeping the industry! All four starter packs are exclusive to Previews readers and will come with two Battlebooks plus special "tag team rules" so you can do battle with multiple characters! Imagine the X-Men going up against Witchblade and the Darkness, but this time your strategy and knowledge of the characters will determine the outcome! This new addition to Battlebooks will enable players to actually develop "teams" of their favorite comic heroes, and is the first step to the expansion of the Battlebooks gaming system! SHI/DARKNESS BATTLEBOOK STARTER PACK by Billy Tucci & Al Leonardi; artwork by Billy Tucci Are you worthy to wield the Spirit of Benkei Naginata? Can you handle the most feared creature this side of Hell that is The Darkness? William Tucci's super-samurai, Shi goes head-to-head with one of the year's hottest books! From the ominous minds of Marc Silvestri and Garth Ennis comes the most mysterious and dangerous Battlebook ever! The Darkness! Also included: all-new Battlebook Multiple Player rules. Set (x2)‹FC, 32pg $6.99 WITCHBLADE/VAMPIRELLA BATTLEBOOK STARTER PACK by Tucci, Leonardi, Adrian, & Novin Here comes Top Cow's phenomenal Witchblade! Now the best-selling comic book enters the Battlebooks arena, and she's ready to battle one of the most successful and beloved characters in comic book history‹the all new Vampirella!! Also included: all-new Battlebook Multiple Player rules. Set (x2)‹FC, 32pg $6.99 DARKCHYLDE/TOMOE BATTLEBOOK STARTER PACK by Leonardi, Queen, Tucci, & Gorder Fans of the nightmare realm awaken! Comic's superstar Randy Queen brings his ultra-hot heroine, Ariel Chylde, to the Arena! Her opponent... Billy Tucci's fan-slashing femme fatale, Tomoe, returning in all her Naran glory! Also included: all-new Battlebook Multiple Player rules. Covers and gaming system by Billy Tucci. Set (x2)‹FC, 32pg $6.99 ALEX ROSS SHI/RANDY QUEEN DARKCHYLDE BATTLEBOOK STARTER PACK by Ross, Queen, Tucci, & Leonardi These two variant editions of the Darkchylde and Shi Battlebooks not only include covers by Alex Ross and Billy Tucci, but also maneuver cards which, in effect, actually create a completely different gaming system! These two super-hot artists lend their talents to Battlebooks by creating this very special starter pack! These books sold out immediately, and now Previews and Battlebooks are offering everyone a second chance to enter the arena and be the hero with Darkchylde and Shi! Also included: all-new Battlebook Multiple Player rules. Set (x2)‹FC, 32pg $7.99 BLINDWOLF COMICS GYRO€MAN: THE GYRO HERO #0 by Baltazar, Maurizio, & Jarvis Gyro€Man, Defender of Fried Foods in his very own action adventure! The nasty Toy Pirate comes to Pitaville with evil intentions, and the Jolly Beef Toy meals may never be the same again! Can Gyro€Man save his hometown city in time? Find out in this ultra-rare San Diego'98 special prelude to Gyro€Man #1, coming soon! b&w $2.95 YAHGZ: THE CRAYNOBI TALES by Art Baltazar Deep within the jungles of Yahgz are stories and legends of ancient times past. Join us as we relive the adventures of Yahgz's greatest saviour, Craybi Craynobi, as he matches wits with the untold mysteries of Yahgz and its mighty wonders. Journey with him as he takes on two of Yahgz's greatest titans ‹ The Giant Green Gorilla and the monstrous Crayzilla!! See what 'hatches' in this special 48 pager! For all great historic tales have heroes....... b&w, 48pg $3.95 BONEYARD PRESS DEVIL¹S FOOD CAKE by Dan Plegel It¹s about this slacker guy who meets this girl. They fall in love, but there¹s a slight catch. She likes to shop... for men¹s souls, and has horns growing from her forehead! All of which is making the guy's life a living hell. Well, that¹s love Boneyard-style! Nothing will ever be fate again. Based on the sultry curves of Boneyard Press¹s very own Ginger Hill! Cover by Dan Plegel and friends. No ads. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.95 YOUNG DRACULA PRAYER OF THE VAMPIRE #5 by Gary Francis & David Hutchison It is the end of time for the realm of Madness Prime, and Young Dracula is locked into the final battle with his immortal enemy Cartiphilus, now a god. A final battle to seal the Book of Fate foreverŠ shut with the blood of Saints. After this, nothing will ever be fate again. b&w, 32pg (5 of 5) (Note Price) $3.95 BONGO COMICS SIMPSONS COMICS #43 by McCann, Graff, Shaw, & Morrison Urban legends. The city has plenty of them. Take for instance, the story of Brain Freeze Steve, the kid whose head exploded when he drank a squishee with two straws. Rumor has it, he still haunts the Kwik-E-Mart to this very day. Plus, Roger Meyers Jr.'s spin-off ideas for the character, Poochie! FC, 120pg $2.50 BRAINSTORM COMICS VAMPEROTICA: DIVIDE & CONQUER #1 Featuring The Vampress Luxura! This issue: The Vampress Luxura is visited by a member of the Red Militia and is presented with some very disturbing news. It seems that she is to be put on trial for violating the ³Second Edict² of the Kith. Luxura stands accused of breaking one of the primary laws of all vampires, and the penalty for this transgression... is Death! Also available in a Nude Cover Edition. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.‹b&w, 32pg $3.00 NUDE‹b&w, 32pg $4.00 VAMPEROTICA MAGAZINE #10 Your very own inside guide to the dark world of Vampire Entertainment! This issue: Vamperotica talks with EI Independent Cinema, one of the most prolific vampire movie makers in America, and takes a close-up look at a few of their productions, including Vampires of the Titanic and Caress of the Vampire. This month¹s Nude Edition cover features Vamp of the Month, Tina Krause. If it¹s out there, and it¹s got anything to do with Vampires, you¹ll find it in Vamperotica Magazine. Also available in a Nude Cover Edition. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: The Nude Cover Edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.‹Magazine, b&w $5.95 NUDE‹Magazine, b&w $5.95 VAMPRESS LUXURA STATUE PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE A Previews Exclusive! At long last, The Vampress Luxura has been immortalized as a stunningly beautiful and detailed statue. The statue was sculpted by Shawn Nagel from an original design by Kirk Lindo, and depicts Luxura sitting on a marvelously detailed pedestal adorned with dragon heads. The statue comes fully painted and measures 9" wide by 7" tall. The production of the Luxura statue will be limited to initial orders received. Each statue is signed by Kirk Lindo. As a special bonus to Previews readers only, each Luxura Statue will also come with a Vamperotica Video, Vamperotica Soundtrack CD, Vamperotica: Flesh & Blood Card Set, and a Julie Strain as Luxura Photo at no additional cost! RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #4 (Apr98) Statue/Set (Note Price) $195.00 BROKEN HALOS GUNFIGHTERS IN HELL TP by Barbour, Vigil, & Vigil A bullets, blood, and mayhem showdown on the baddest badlands of them all. This collected edition features Joe Vigil's out-of-print masterwork all in one volume, from the first mind-shattering shot to the last. Plus, a first look at "Sinbuck," the long-awaited sequel illustrated by Tim and Joe Vigil. Also available as a signed and numbered Leather Cover Edition. MATURE READERS REGULAR‹168pg, b&w $19.95 S&N LEATHER COVER EDITION‹168pg, b&w $34.95 BUD PLANT OFFERED AGAIN O/A OMAHA THE CAT DANCER CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set SRP: $5.95 O/A WASHINGTON DCS BIG BUDGET CIRCUS CARD SET Biting political artwork and anecdotes about the most ridiculous, extravagant, irresponsible, and absurd actions of the U.S. government. Informative card notes on the backs. Set SRP: $5.95 O/A POEMTOONS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set SRP: $4.95 O/A TUNDRA SKETCHBOOKS Fine examples of each featured artist's unpublished, often private works. Each book is filled with b&w artwork, along with several pages in color, all hand-picked by the artist. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS JOHN TOTLEBEN‹Sketchbook SRP: $2.95 MICHAEL DOONEY‹Sketchbook SRP: $2.95 MICHAEL ZULLI‹Sketchbook SRP: $2.95 RICHARD FORG‹Sketchbook SRP: $2.95 RICK BRYANT‹Sketchbook SRP: $2.95 ********************* CALIBER COMICS KING ZOMBIE #2 by Sniegoski, Burrows, & Zahler King Zombie has taken control of the remnants of a world caught in the midst of a supernatural holocaust. Civilization as we know it has been plunged into a new dark age, filled with a few marauding pockets of humanity struggling to exist. His mindless hordes have become the dominant race on the planet, fed by an endless supply of fresh meat from breeding pits. His rule is absolute, yet he is plagued by a re-occurring vision; a vision of a dark rider possessing terrible weapons that could end King Zombie's empire. And what of the mysterious child who has been foretold by the oracles to lead humankind and topple the death reign of the King? RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #9 (Sep98) b&w, 32pg $2.95 DEADWORLD GRAB BAG by Various In conjunction with the relaunch of King Zombie, Caliber offers this special treat for Zombie lovers everywhere! This special grab bag features 10 different gut-ripping issues of Deadworld, including at least one issue from the original series from the 1980s! Get it now, or King Zombie will come to your house and eat your brain. Grab Bag (x 10) $10.00 THE LAND #1 by Donald Marquez Two warriors, destined to battle until death, find themselves shipwrecked together on a mysterious land. Their only hope of survival and returning to their own homelands is to band together with the oppressed village people of Thull against the might of the evil Lord Kuru. But can Aric put aside his blood feud with the mercenary Arnast, even if it's for his own survival? And what of the beautiful Lorana? Will she be the one to unite them, or force them into a final battle to the death? The Land is the set in the world of Caliber's cult- favorite series, The Realm, and will introduce never-before-seen lands and adventures! b&w, 32pg $2.95 THE REALM GRAB BAG by Various In conjunction with the release of the new fantasy title, The Land (set in the world of The Realm), Caliber offers this special grab bag of 10 different hard-to-find issues of The Realm! For a mere dollar a book you can be transported to the magical world of The Realm! Grab Bag (x10) $10.00 LEGENDS OF CAMELOT: MERLIN by Jeff Limke & Rob Davis The next installment in Caliber's series about the mythos of King Arthur focuses on the most powerful mage of his time ‹ Merlin! This is the tale of the young Merlin, before he became mentor to the legendary Arthur, delving into his mysterious beginnings, and revealing how he came to prophesize a future for the land of Britain. Each issue features a decided blend of contemporary fiction with Arthurian lore, while maintaining the authenticity of the Celtic Dark Ages Britain! b&w, 32pg $2.95 LIFEQUEST #5 by Matt Vanderpol Nominated for the Russ Manning Award for "Best New Talent!" Sometimes, if you want a job done rightŠ Maurice and Rundle return from their routine water chores with the shocking news of their temporary capture by a brood of Syrillians. As Samuel Meriy and Ridge search the canyon below for the Syrillians, Maurice relays the frightening details of his capture to 12-year-old Sarah, warning her of the impending danger the farm will face once the brood returns. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #11 (Nov98) b&w, 32pg $2.95 ROBYN OF SHERWOOD #4 by Paul Storrie & Rob Davis All the threads of the first three issues come together, revealing a stunning tapestry of action and intrigue! King John has arrived in Nottingham to bear witness as the sheriff springs a most devious trap. Now, Robyn is faced with a fateful decision: does she risk her own life ‹ and those of her men ‹ to save the life of the man who raised her? RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #9 (Sep98) b&w, 32pg $2.95 CARTOON BOOKS BONE LOGO JERSEY Cartoon Books is releasing the first-ever Bone logo jersey! This black, long-sleeved nylon mesh-jersey bears an embroidered appliqué of the Bone logo with Ted the bug so Bone fans everywhere can show off their true colors. The fine mesh jersey guarantees that you can stay cool and look cool during the hot summer months ahead. S-XL $54.95 XXL $59.95 BONE #37 Special Extravaganza Issue! This issue marks the end of "Solstice," the second act of the Bone saga, and Cartoon Books is celebrating with an all-out extravaganza issue! This issue will feature a special cover without the Bone logo which highlights the central characters and figures of the on-going saga. Bone #37 also unveils a pivotal link in the story thus far with the resolution of one of the story's central mysteries, why everyone is seeking "the one who bears the star," as well as a shocking development which no Bone fan will want to miss! RES. from Previews Vol. IX #1 (Jan99) b&w, 32pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BONE VOLUME 3 EYES OF THE STORM TP by Jeff Smith Get the conclusion of the ³Vernal Equinox² 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. (STAR02559) SC, 144pg, b&w. $16.95 **************** CATFISH COMICS SINNAMON SAGA #1 by Angelo Furlan & Nick Poliwko Back again for the first time! Sinnamon bursts into action with a brand new title! Taking up where the previous adventure left off, our heroine has to cope with the dire results of her battle with Heartbreaker ‹ she thinks a dose of non-stop action will be the cure! However, is she really in any condition to battle her most dangerous foe yet? This first issue kicks off a six-issue story arc which will reveal many of Sinnamon's secrets, including her origin, and newcomers to the character will be brought up to speed by "The Sinnamon Primer," an illustrated text piece. All this and an Aerobica back-up story illustrated by Pia Guerra, too! Quarterly. b&w, 32pg $2.75 CHANTING MONKS STUDIOS THE OFFICIAL BERNIE WRIGHTSON FAN CLUB PACKAGE Legendary horror artist Bernie Wrightson opens up a whole new world to those who have followed his work over the years. Harkening back to his detailed illustrative and creative ideas, Bernie has designed an exclusive print and postcard, as well as the official logo, for his Official Fan Club ‹ items which are available only through the club! The Fan Club Kit contents include an exclusive original 8 1/2" x 11" limited print, an exclusive limited original postcard, Official Fan Club sticker, Official Fan Club newsletter, Fan Club binder (signed by Bernie on spine!), Bernie Wrightson computer wallpaper (on disk), and more. Plus, obtain rare and limited Bernie Wrightson items‹ including original Wrightson artwork! Fan Club Kit $20.00 ******************* More Undertaker can be found in WWF Magazine and WWF RAW Magazine, listed under Wrestling magazines in Previews. ******************* CHAOS! COMICS LADY DEATH RAPTURE #2 by Brian Pulido & Len Kaminski The Final War between Heaven and Hell has been declared‹with Lady Death caught in the crossfire, as each side tries to claim her for their own. To avoid being recruited against her will, Lady Death must battle both the seductive Angel Aquiess and the Hellborn Demonatrix‹and should she fall, she will forfeit half her soul. Will Lady Death fight for Heaven, Hell, or Herself? Sensual and breathtaking artwork by Ivan Reis (Supernaturals). This is the detonating event that leads directly to the Armageddon of the Chaos! Cosmos in December '99. (LRA20) FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 LADY DEATH THE RAPTURE #1 PREMIUM EDITION This is the mind-blowing premium edition with art by fan favorite Monkeyman and O'Brien artist Arthur Adams. Strictly limited to 5,000 copies, this beautiful edition of Lady Death: The Rapture #1 with the cover printed on sturdy cardstock is simply irresistible! (LRA1P) FC, 32pg $10.00 UNDERTAKER #4 by Beau Smith & Manny Clark KANE. Out of the shadow, driven by his one and only thought, his one and only mission in life: To destroy the being that murdered his mother, destroyed the only home he ever knew, and disfigured him for life. That being is his-half brother‹The Undertaker. But to destroy him, he must save him. Paul Bearer has trapped The Undertaker using one of the members of the Ministry of Darkness. To complete his mission of taking the Undertaker's life, Kane must first save it. Come...embrace the family values of Chaos! REGULAR EDITION (WU040)‹FC, 32pg $2.95 PHOTO EDITION (WU04P)‹FC, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A UNDERTAKER #1 PROPHECY OF THE DEAD PREMIUM EDITION by Beau Smith & Manny Clark; colored by Jason Jensen This is the spectacular premium edition brought to you by Chaos! Collectibles. Strictly limited to 5,000 copies, this beautiful edition of Undertaker#1 features an exclusive variant photo cover printed on a sturdy cardstock cover with art by none other than fan favorite Greg Capullo! It doesn't get any better than this! (WU01P) FC, 32pg $10.00 ************* UNDERTAKER POSTER #4 Illustrated by Rob Bown. Colored by Jason Jensen Now you can have the amazing cover art to the Undertaker #3 hanging on your wall! This full-color poster of the Lord of Darkness measures a full 24" x 36". It's lights out! R.I.P. (WUPS4) Poster, 24x36, FC $7.95 CHASTITY: LUST FOR LIFE #3 by Phil Nutman & Ed Benes Chastity is propelled into the world of deceit as the Vampire War explodes in the midst of the Paris darkness around her. Hemlock, the ancient vampire known as The Nomad, bloodfather of Dracula, has vowed to destroy the European Council of Vampires. It's Werewolf vs. Bloodsucker, with an Immortal Fourth Reich as the prize. Now Chastity must choose sides or die! (CLL30) FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 EVIL ERNIE: DEPRAVED #1 Evil Ernie‹the undead teenage psychopath with the ability to re-animate and control the dead‹is back in his sickest and twisted blood-soaked tale to date: Depraved. The smell of Megadeath is in the air and Evil Ernie focuses his efforts on the destruction of the Mississippi Wall‹the massive structure which separates the human survivors from over 95 million murderous, undead ghouls! If the Wall falls, the entire nation will surely fall prey to the rampage of Ernie and his legions of the undead. Who will be foolish enough to stand in his way...and survive? Mary? Billy? Ramsey? Dr. Price? Ernest Fairchild? Mr. & Mrs. Fairchild? Find out! A tale of hopes squashed and dreams squandered. (EED10) FC, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95 PURGATORI GODDESS RISING #1 by Marck Andreyko & Mike Deodato, Jr. Purgatori is the most powerful vampire on earth, but the blood-thirsty vampiress seeks more than power on a human plane. Purgatori searches for the key to the prophecy that will make her a goddess and let her armies blacken the sky! While Pugatori uses her blood alchemy to unravel the arcane prophecy, her lover‹the sinister Satrina‹has plans of her own! The entire Chaos! cosmos trembles as a god-like entity awakens‹and wants Purgatori! This creature's identity is guaranteed to leave your mouth hanging open! Mike Deodato, Jr. unleashes all his artistic sensual glory on Purgatori, the vampire bitch goddess, in this landmark, take no prisoners limited series! (PGR10) FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 PURGATORI STICKER #1 Illustrated by Mike Deodato, Jr. Show the world your allegiance to Purgatori with this 4" x 5" sticker! Lavishly illustrated by Mike Deodato, Jr., this image is taken from the cover of Purgatori: Goddess Rising #1. Can you feel her fangs? Ouch! (PST01) Sticker $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PURGATORI: THE DRACULA GAMBIT #1 by David Quinn & Brian LeBlanc Purgatori, the primal vampiress, aspires to be a force of nature...a goddess. But Count Dracula, the fierce and proud warrior prince, the unparalleled lord of vampires, forwards an agenda for mankind that is all his own. This bloody pair has danced outside each other's grasp for centuries. Tonight they collide‹and the consummation of this "tango of treachery" will send aftershocks throughout the Chaos! cosmos! "Tonight," lusty Purgatori promises, "The Count's legend must die that mine may flourish!" Painted cover by Brom. FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A PURGATORI: DRACULA'S GAMBIT SKETCHBOOK by LeBlanc, Quinn, & Pulido See inside the intimate, creative details between editor Brian Pulido, writer David Quinn, and painter Brian LeBlanc. You will be surprised to witness the depths of thought and detail that went into "The Dracula Gambit." Starting with numerous faxes and e-mails between Brian and David, see the story take shape. Then painter Brian LeBlanc provides extensive character studies and sketches of Purgatori, Dracula, and the entire supporting cast. Also see the script translated into detailed breakdown sketches. Also includes: lush exploratory paintings of Purgatori. (PDGP0) b&w, 24pg $2.95 ******************** LUCIFER ZIPPO LIGHTER Illustrated by Mike Deodato, Jr. Lucifer on his very own Zippo Lighter! The latest in our series of collectible Zippo lighters, this matte black lighter features Lucifer, the lord of darkness. It's one hell of a lighter! Hey, what do you want? The devil made us do it! (LZL01) (CAUT: 4) Lighter $34.95 CHAOS! SHIELD CLOISONNE PIN Is your life always in Chaos? Well, if it isn't, it should be! What better way to show off your life of Chaos! than with the official Chaos! Shield Cloisonne Pin! Brought to you from your Fiends at Chaos!‹Where Darkness Dwells! (XPN01) Pin, FC $6.00 CHAOS! SHIELD EMBROIDERED CAP Illustrated by Ed Benes Celebrate Where Darkness Dwells with this one-size-fits-all 100% cotton-twill cap featuring the classic Chaos! Shield embroidered on the front! Perfect for that special fiend in your life, or show everyone that you're Sworn to the Black. (XCP10) Cap $19.95 DYNAMIC FORCES PURGATORI EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #1 This Dynamic Forces Exclusive alternate cover to this new series is drawn by the incredible up and coming artist on Dark Horse's all-new Xena series Joyce Chin with inker Art Adams! (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 DYNAMIC FORCES EVIL ERNIE DEPRAVED EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #1 This Dynamic Forces alternate cover to this bloody new mini-series is drawn by the incredible artist who leaves his mark everywhere he goes: Chris Bachalo and Tim Townsend! (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 PURGATORI & EVIL ERNIE #1 SIGNED PACKAGE Featuring both above mentioned cool Chaos! Comics signed by all three Dynamic Forces Excellent Alternate Cover artists ‹ Chris Bachalo on Evil Ernie #1, and Joyce Chin with Art Adams on Purgatori #1! And as an extra added bonus, you will recieive two very cool Valentine's Day Dynamic/Chaos! Expired/Prototype mint condition phone cards worth approximately $20.00 in the secondary market! (CAUT: 2) Collection $44.95 COOL CHAOS! SIGNED PACKAGE Featuring Detonator #1 Premium and Chaos! Gallery #1, signed by Lady Death artist Steven Hughes! (CAUT: 2) Package $39.95 CHERRY COMICS CHERRY NEW PRINTING #4 by Larry Welz SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w $2.95 CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #74 Danger-crazed chicks who race fast cars to escape the drudgery of their everyday lives as go-go dancers. Elvira's never heard of anything so absurd...and yet so fabulously alluring. Will a new career beckon‹or will the town's lobotomy-mad preacher rob her of all her fun? It's all in "Faster, Elvira‹Kill, Kill!" by Frank Strom, Dan Day, and Louis Lachance. Also, Elvira's showdown with the evil Skelloween comes to its thrilling conclusion‹in "The Children of the Candy-Corn," by Jo Duffy, Tod Smith, and Bob Wiacek. b&w, 32pg $2.50 DEADBEATS #36 Mason's never known a more important‹and frightening‹night than this one, his initiation into the secrets of the undead. Also, how does the mysterious vampire "alternative time-line" figure into the king's plans? Find out in "By His Majesty's Request" by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villigran, with a pass-the-torch pastiche of a cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND BUSTED! #5 The Newsletter of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Peter Kuper, the one and only cartoonist for The New York Times, contributes a compelling cover for the June issue of Busted! Full of Fund facts, Busted! is the best way to stay informed about First Amendment issues affecting the entire comics industry. Comic-sized and quarterly, the newsletter now comes in bundles of 50, bringing you double the Busted for your buck! Comic Size, 8pg MSRP: $0.00 COMIC CAVALCADE RE GEX #1 DOUBLE TROUBLE RED RUBY EDITION The hyper-scarce edition of one of the year's hottest books, featuring the return of Avengelyne! This special version has a ruby red logo and is limited to just 400 copies! FC MSRP: $29.95 KABUKI DANCE OF DEATH #1 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION Warehouse find of the very first special edition Kabuki book ever! Now is your chance to get this variant of the first printing with a stunning David Mack cover! Limited quantities. FC MSRP: $14.95 CPM MANGA MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO #1 by Kia Asamiya From the creator of Steam Detectives and Silent Möbius! Already a huge hit with fans in Japan and America, Kia Asamiya¹s mega-hit manga series will now be translated into English for very the first time! Set in 2142, Martian Successor Nadesico is a fast-paced, offbeat, science fiction manga reminiscent of classic anime of the past, combing elements of Macross and GundamŠ with an Asamiya twist! When Mars is attacked by alien invaders, the United Earth Government finds most of its defenses lacking. A large battleship, the Nadesico, is constructed and sent into space to fight the alien menace. Manned by a mostly female crew, the Nadesico is like no other ship ever seen before. However, it¹s up to lovely captain Yurika Misumaru to keep the crew in line as it seems they would rather fight amongst themselves than with the aliens. b&w, 32pg $2.95 DARK ANGEL #2 by Kia Asamiya The ultimate Japanese sword and sorcery tale brought to you by CPM and Kia Asamiya, creator of Steam Detectives and Silent Möbius! As seen in the pages of Japan's NewType magazine, Dark Angel has been one of the hottest manga series in Japan for years. In this issue: continuing their pilgrimage, Dark and Kyo discover that they have trespassed into the Eastern Territory of the Four Winds. And the penalty for such an intrusion is death! Now they must explain their actions to the ruler of the land, the lovely but lethal Lin and her henchman Xiao! b&w, 32pg $2.95 CALL ME PRINCESS #2 by Tomoko Taniguchi CPM is proud to continue its new shôjo (girls') manga line with Tomoko Taniguchi's creator-owned series, Call Me Princess. This issue, Mako is shocked to learn that Ryu (the mysterious bad boy around campus) is actually the younger brother of her brother-in-law. That means they¹re related! And what¹s more, Ryu is now moving in with her family into her sister¹s old room!! What are the kids at school gonna say about all this? b&w, 32pg $2.95 LODOSS WAR: THE LADY OF PHARIS #3 by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada Flaus, Wort, and Beld decide to travel from Moss to Allania in search of the legendary King Fahn. En route they encounter an injured dwarf who tells them of trouble in the highlands and a new demonic presence threatening the island. We also meet the beautiful maiden, Niece, who has traveled to Allania in order to find a way to conquer the evil embracing Lodoss. b&w, 32pg $2.95 GEOBREEDERS #4 by Akihiro Ito A harried Yoichi Taba finally receives a long overdue day off. However, his vacation is short-lived when he runs into Kagura Security member Eiko Rando, who desperately needs his help on a case. He grudgingly agrees ‹ but soon regrets it ‹ as she leads him into the sewers of Tokyo. He finds that computer geek Eiko is just as careless as the rest of the Kagura girlsŠ and that he¹s in for another night he¹ll never forget! Fans of Kenichi Sonoda (Gunsmith Cats) and Yuzo Takada (3x3 Eyes) are sure to enjoy Geobreeders! b&w, 32pg $2.95 LODOSS WAR: THE GREY WITCH #8 by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi The secrets of the Grey Witch revealed! We finally find out a little more about the mysterious Grey Witch and her past. And while she plots her next move, Deedlit, Ghim, and Slayn plan theirs. Their travels are interrupted, though, when they encounter a knight from the Holy Order of Valis... the order to which Parn¹s father had belonged! b&w, 32pg $2.95 LEGEND OF LEMNEAR #18 by Kinji Yoshimoto & Satoshi Urushihara The Final Issue! The final battle! It¹s Lemnear against a resurrected Mesh! Yes, that¹s right, as a final act of pure evil, Varohl brings Mesh back from the dead to battle Lemnear! How can Lemnear attack her childhood friend whom she already watched die once?! This is it! Find out how it all ends up! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 MIDNIGHT PANTHER BOOK THREE: THE SCHOOL DAZE YEARBOOK TP by Yu Asagiri The third Midnight Panther Graphic Novel! Collecting issues #1-5 of the original "School Daze" manga series! Lou, Kei, and Sonya are a popular trio of female singers who tour the country performing concerts and shows. However, the women have a secret ‹ a deadly secret. The singing act is only a guise for their true professionŠ as high-paid undercover assassins! In this third collection, we find the Pussycats enrolling at the Stella Maris Women¹s college. They have been hired to track the Dream Demon that haunts the campus. But as soon as they arrive, they are outcast by the other female students who feel the Pussycats are intruding on their lives. Catfights galore ensue in this devilishly daring college controversy! All the lust and bust you have come to love continues here in this beautiful collection! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.95 SLAYERS BOOK ONE: MEDIEVAL MAYHEM TP by Hajime Kanzaka & Rui Ararizumi The first Slayers trade paperback collecting the super popular Slayers #1-6! This is the hit manga series that inspired the anime series! With original story and art by Slayers series creators Hajime Kanzaka and Rui Ararizumi, the Slayers has been one of the biggest manga titles to hit the U.S. this year. Follow the adventures of Lina Inverse and Gourry Gabriev in these brand new stories! Lina and Gourry, troublemakers extraordinaire, are up to their ears in trouble after doing their thinking with their stomachs. Madcap hijinks abound in this comedy adventure manga! All Ages Manga! SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.95 CPM Manga X UROTSUKIDOJI: LEGEND OF THE OVERFIEND #12 by Toshio Maeda SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 CROSS PLAINS COMIC, INC. ROBERT E. HOWARD MYTH MAKER #1 Adaptations of Howard's stories, including "Spear and Fang," by Richard Corben and Roy Thomas, "Dream Snake," by Tim Sale and Roy Thomas, "Dermod's Bane," by Kelley Jones and Roy Thomas, plus an adaptation of Howard's poem "Song of the Race" by John Bolton and Roy Thomas. Plus, pin-ups by Mark Shultz, Mike Kaluta, and Rafael Kayanan. FC, 64pg $6.95 CRYPTIC PRESS QUICKEN FORBIDDEN #7 by Roman, Green & Dekraker In part two of "Trial Separation," Jax gets a pep talk by a certain patron saint of coffee and decides to return home. Meanwhile, the DAK scientists try to open Jax's magic book, and Nosteiries continues his investigation to locate the Quicken by tracking down a mysterious guild of thieves. Bimonthly. b&w, 24pg $2.95 CUP O' TEA STUDIOS XENOS ARROW #3 by Greg Beettam Xeno had disobeyed the rules of the Head Zookeeper by secretly befriending the skulking rachaat Clemens and the quivering neurotic Z'nyd'n. All of Civilization opposed such Uncouth behavior, but Clemens opposed all Civilization. b&w, 24pg $2.50 DANCING ELEPHANT PRESS KANE #27 by Paul Grist Time is running out for the Blind Man as he prepares to make his final killing before leaving New Eden for good. Detective Kate Felix is hunting the hitman for attacking Detective Kane. Crime Boss Oscar Darke is hunting him for disrupting his criminal operations. But who will be the first to find this mythical killer? And will they live to regret it? (CAUT: 4) b&w, 24pg $2.95 DANGLE COMICS & ILLUSTRATION TROUBLETOWN FUNKY HIPSTER TRASH CARTOONS #6 by Lloyd Dangle Sixth in the series of mini-collections from Lloyd Dangle's nationally-syndicated weekly comic strip, Troubletown. This issue looks back at the year of Monica, road rage, geezers in the movies, ex-gay ministries, and why the rich should never have to pay taxes. Plus, to celebrate Troubletown's ten-year anniversary, Funky Hipster Trash features a "deep and emotional" color section and a highly unusual "disco fever" hologram foil-stamped cover on heavy stock. SC, 7x7, 32pg, PC (Note Price) $6.95 DAVID G. BROWN STUDIOS STEPS TO A DRUG FREE LIFE by David G. Brown & Jeff Gaddy Produced in partnership with the Alcohol and Drug Council of L.A. This is the story of Alex who is combating a drug problem. When he goes to a group therapy session, he meets other teens combating the problem of drug dependency. Presented in a straightforward, sympathetic manner, Steps to a Drug Free Life explains the many reasons why teens become addicted to alcohol, drugs, and prescription drugs and shows how they can begin to change. Lists the steps of the acclaimed Twelve-Step program. FC, 16pg $2.00 TALES FROM THE KIDS #2 by Merhoff, Morris, Edwards, Ceballos, Aranda, Kennedy, Waine, Nesel, Hernandez, A. Walker, K. Walker, & Rodriguez A collection of tales created by teens and kids from the Los Angeles area. Tackling issues like smoking, graphitti, and drug use, these creators use a variety of styles ranging from simple cartoons to detailed action-adventure strips to get their point across. I guess the kids are all-right now! b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $2.50 DEATH COMICS HELLBENT ON PLEASURE #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹b&w, 24pg $4.50 PHOTO CVR & CD-ROM‹b&w, 24pg $10.95 VAMPIRE CHEERLEADERS MUST DIE #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹b&w, 24pg $3.95 PHOTO CVR & CD-ROM‹b&w, 24pg $10.95 DRAWN & QUARTERLY LOUIS RIEL # 1 by Chester Brown Brown is using his formidable talents to write and draw a 200-page biography on the rather unlikely subject of Louis Riel, a 19th century figure who led two rebellions against the Canadian government. Riel was known as the articulate and controversial leader of the French-speaking Mètis people in central Canada. After his first rebellion in 1869, he spent much of the next 15 years in exile in the United States. Finally, when he returned to Canada in 1884, Riel was a changed ‹ and some would say ‹ megalomanical man, likening himself to Jesus Christ. Quarterly MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 SOF' BOY #1 SECOND PRINTING by Archer Prewitt The first issue of this hugely-popular full-color series is back again in a new second printing! Here we follow the exploits of our plump protagonist as he attempts to deal with such urban calamities as prostitutes, taxi drivers, ice cream vendors, and crack-smoking youth gangs, all in good fun, of course. Archer Prewitt continues to receive acclaim, most notably from Chris Ware, who called him "one of the top five cartoonists working today." Who could argue with that? Card-stock covers. FC, 24pg $3.95 DREAMRIDERS WORKSHOP FLAT BLACK #3 by Andrew J. Lucas & Massimilano Bertuzzi Agent Watanabe continues his investigation of the Haden terrorist cell, while Sifuentes tries to help Crystal find her place after the loss of her husband. Flat Black created by Brett Evill. Bimonthly. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #11 (Nov98) b&w, 32pg $2.95 PERIPHERY #4 An anthology co-produced by Arch-Type Studios and Dreamriders, Periphery features a wide variety of creator-owned stories. This issue We've Got Millenium Fever! Do angels really exist? What would it be like to remain young forever? And, after all predictions are cast aside, what will the end of the world really be like? In the fourth issue of Periphery, we turn our attention to the spiritual realm ‹ both its light side, and its darker underbelly. Periphery: Twisted fantasy from twisted minds. Bimonthly. b&w, 48pg $2.95 DYNAMIC FORCES Each Dynamic Forces Exclusive Alternate Cover Edition 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! Alternates for Everyone DREAMS OF THE DARKCHYLDE DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #0 by Randy Queen & Brandon Peterson The new ongoing series written by Darkchylde creator Randy Queen and drawn by some of the hottest creators in the comics industry. This issue is drawn by none other than Brandon (Brando) Peterson. Don¹t miss out on this fantastic issue with an alternate cover which is exclusive to Dynamic Forces by ol¹ bad boy Brando himself! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 DREAMS OF THE DARKCHYLDE DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE EURO TOUR COVER #0 Only available through Dynamic Forces or through Randy¹s upcoming tour in August. This fantastic cover will feature a "Sketch" cover design by Randy, similar to the ultra-popular Wildcats #1 Euro cover by Charest. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER DARKCHYLDE Œ99 SUMMER SWIMSUIT This delightful comic has beautiful artwork of Ariel (Dark) Chylde in some very attractive positions. Don¹t be left hanging without a copy of the Dynamic Forces Exclusive Cover by the man himself . . . Mr. Randy Queen. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $6.95 DARKCHYLDE DIE-HARD SIGNED SET Featuring both the Darkchylde Swimsuit Œ99 and the Euro Cover to the Dreams of Darkchylde #0 both signed by Darkchylde creator Randy Queen. But since it¹s Darkchylde month (and Dynamic Force's Alternate¹s for Everyone Anniversary celebration), Dynamic Forces will also be throwing in a Darkchylde #1 Wizard Ace Edition and a random Darkchylde DF Exclusive Cover or comic. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) Set (x4) $39.95 DYNAMIC FORCES DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL: DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE DARKCHYLDE: THE LEGACY #1 "CHROME" EDITION Featuring an exclusive "chrome" cover by Jae Lee to the #1 issue of the new Legacy series! This cover by Jae is beautiful, but needs to be seen to be believed. The way the cover shines in the light, and the effect that light has for the artwork and colors is unbelievable. As a birthday bonus, every copy of the Darkchylde: The Legacy #1 Chrome Edition ordered will have an additional Darkchylde DarkChrome Sketchbook included for free! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) Set (x2) $15.95 CRIMSON DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER #12 Over the last year the extremely mysterious Lisseth has been appearing in Alex's dreams. Well, the wait is now over, as the truth about Lisseth will be revealed in this anniversary issue. Find out why Lisseth has been appearing in Alex¹s dreams over the last year, and what her role in the Crimson mythos will be. And the best part is, the DF Exclusive alternate cover is drawn by Crimson artist Humberto Ramos! Also available signed by Ramos. (CAUT: 2) REG.‹FC $6.95 SGN.‹FC $19.95 CRIMSON & DARKCHYLDE DOUBLE PLEASURE PACKAGE This package will feature the Crimson #2 "CrimsonChrome" cover, the Premiere Crimson #1 Dynamic Forces Exclusive Comic Euro Cover, the Darkchylde/Painkiller Jane Dynamic Forces Exclusive Euro Preview Book, and a Darkchylde #1 Sketchbook (the version previously available only to fan club members), and an additional 5th Wildstorm limited- edition comic to make this truly a Five-Star package! (CAUT: 2) Set (x 5) $27.95 CRIMSON "LET IT RAIN" LITHOGRAPH This beautiful lithograph is drawn by Humberto Ramos exclusively for this piece and features Alex and Ekibus looking up into the sky while it rains! Measures approximately 18" x 29". (CAUT: 2) Lithograph, 18x29 $19.95 DYNAMIC FORCES BIRTHDAY BASH SPECTACULAR ENCORE EDITION SET This package will feature (randomly inserted) six Dynamic Forces limited-edition comics, variant covers and other cool limited-edition comics! But wait, there¹s more! Since on every birthday there¹s always something added for good luck, DF will add a 7th random limited-edition chrome comic! Extremely limited. Set (x7) $16.95 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE QUI-GON JINN FOIL COVER #1 A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far, away . . . . but wait, before this happened, there was more to the story! Here¹s your chance to find out what happened before the movies. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE YOUNG QUEEN FOIL COVER #1 Who is the Young Queen, and what is her relationship and standing in the Star Wars mythos? This special edition will have more information! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 DYNAMIC FORCES¹ EXCLUSIVE STAR WARS: VADER¹S QUEST GOLD FOIL COVER SIGNED #1 Signed by THE original Darth Vader . . . David Prowse! Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) FC $59.95 DC Comics JSA SIGNED #1 The first issue to this fantastic new series, signed by artist Stephen Sadowski. (CAUT: 2) FC $15.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS HARDCOVER SIGNED Signed by writer Marv Wolfman and artists George Pérez, Dick Giordano, Mike DeCarlo, Jerry Ordway, and Alex Ross (cover). Limited to 2,500. (CAUT: 2) FC $250.00 ******************** MANHUNTER: THE SPECIAL EDITION TP SIGNED Signed by definitive Manhunter artist Walter Simonson! Limited to 1,500 copies. (CAUT: 2) FC $29.95 GIANT KILLER SIGNED #1 Signed by writer/artist Dan Brereton! Limited to 1,500 copies. (CAUT: 2) FC $15.95 SUPERMAN: LAST GOD OF KRYPTON SIGNED Signed by writer Walter Simonson and painters Greg and Tim Hildebrandt! Limited to 8,500 copies. (CAUT: 2) FC $34.95 JLA SIGNED #32 No Man¹s Land Tie-In! Signed by writers Mark Waid and Devin Grayson! This issue explains where the JLA has been during Gotham City's time of need. Limited to 1,500 copies. (CAUT: 2) FC $22.99 ASTRO CITY: FAMILY ALBUM HC SIGNED Signed by Mr. Astro City himself... Kurt Busiek with a little help from his fellow artistic friends, Brent Anderson and Alex Ross! (CAUT: 2) HC, 7x10, FC $44.95 EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS THE BIRTH CAUL by Alan Moore & Eddie Campbell In Neil Gaiman's words, "Alan Moore's The Birth Caul is a stunning piece of poetry, of autobiography, of magic, of invention... lit, as if by flashes of lightning, with moments of recognition." The serious and dark side of Alan Moore surfaces once again in this once- only journey from death back to conception. It will be rendered in a powerful range of painted greys by Eddie Campbell in this all-new graphic novel, reuniting the team of the widely celebrated and much-awarded From Hell. Having analyzed the innards of Victorian London, the pair now turns their scalpels upon modern life. Where did it all go wrong? One-shot. b&w, 48pg $5.95 EGMONT/FLEETWAY 2000 AD #1147-1149 Judge Dredd is accused of mass murder in "The Trial," by John Wagner and S. B. Davis. The deep space drama, "Mercy Heights II" (by John Tomlinson and Neil Googe), reaches its scorching climax. Future crime series Downlode Tales focuses on a new anti-hitman police squad in "The Asskickers," by Dan Abnett and Paul Johnson. Also, there's a new story for 27th Century swashbuckler Nikolai Dante. Plus, each issue features a fresh tale of Pulp Science Fiction. Weekly. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $3.25Ea. 2000 AD #1150 This sizzling special issue sets a scorching pace for the Summer of '99! There's an 18-page helping of Judge Dredd to reveal the shocking climax of "The Trial" by John Wagner and S. B. Davis. Sci-fi swashbuckler Nikolai Dante fights a notorious executioner in the 10- page story "Requiem for Lost Love" by Robbie Morrison and John Burns. Plus, freelance exorcist Devlin Waugh makes his 2000 AD debut in a 12-page prologue to his six-month- long mega-epic, by John Smith and Steve Yeowell. Weekly. (CAUT: 4) FC, 48pg (Note Price) $5.95 JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #55 Mega-City One faces its greatest crisis for seven years in Part Four of the gripping Judge Dredd story, "The Narcos Connection," by John Wagner and Andrew Currie. There's more classic Dredd action in the exclusive re-presentation of ultra-rare newspaper strips starring the future lawman by John Wagner, Alan Grant, and Ian Gibson. Plus, the Megazine presents Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon's award-winning series Preacher, reprinting issue #16 of the popular DC Vertigo series. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS FC, 52pg (Note Price) $6.95 EH! PRODUCTIONS FMF OF THE YEAR Œ98 GLORIA ANN TRADING CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Card Set (x18) $10.00 IVANNA RICHMAN TRADING CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Card Set (x18) $10.00 VOLUPTUOUS TRADING CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Card Set (x18) $10.00 ICE SCREAM UNRATED VIDEO Approximate running time: 85 minutes. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VHS $29.99 THE VICIOUS SWEET VIDEO Approximate running time: 90 minutes. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VHS $29.99 DARK ROMANCES: BORN EVIL UNRATED VIDEO Approximate running time: 140 minutes. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VHS $29.99 EL CAPITAN STRAY BULLETS #20 by David Lapham MOTEL‹How much does one man have to pay for a torrid affair with a girl half his age? Plenty. Before this single night in a roadside motel is through, Phillip McCary will throw away his whole life. And all that will happen before Monster and his gang of mean, ugly thugs arrive and catch Phillip and his mistress with their pants down... Then the real fun begins. "Motel² may just be the most bizarre issue of Stray Bullets yet! b&w, 32pg $2.95 STRAY BULLETS: INNOCENCE OF NIHILISM T-SHIRT EXTRA LARGE A very cool, wildly popular Stray Bullets "Innocence of Nihilism² T-Shirt. The damn thing comes in heather grey or black, and it's X-Large, so one-size-fits-you-or-not. Buy this shirt! BLACK‹XL $16.95 HEATHER GREY‹XL $16.95 ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTORS ARCANUM #1 SILVESTRI VARIANT COVER Cover by Marc Silvestri. Set in the Top Cow universe as The Darkness and Witchblade, Arcanum #1 introduces a team of characters who battle the forces of The Dark! (CAUT: 2) FC $5.00 ARCANUM #4 WITCHBLADE VARIANT COVER Special Witchblade variant cover by Michael Turner. It's the finale as Arcanum is joined by Witchblade in their battle against The Dark! (CAUT: 2) FC $5.00 ANGEL FIRE #1 SIGNED Features a "racy" limited cover! This new series follows agent Anastasia Pizer's adventures in the dark world of espionage! Signed by Robert Flores! (CAUT: 2) FC $9.95 BLACK MIST #1 EXCLUSIVE VARIANT by James Pruett & Mike Perkins Exclusive variant cover. Find out what happens when an innocent young woman is murdered and then resurrected with the ancient powers of the Black Mist! Written by James Pruett and art by Mike Perkins, this edition features an exclusive variant cover. (CAUT: 2) FC $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SERIES I LIMITED-EDITION COMPLETE TRADING CARD SET Now Buffy fans can satisfy their mania for the sexiest slayer on TV with all the original Buffy Season One Premium Trading Card Set! 72 cards per set. (CAUT: 2) Set (x72) $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #1 EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL PHOTO COVER This special collector's edition of the history-making comic book event features an exclusive foil logo not available anywhere else and a gorgeous photo cover of Buffy star Sarah Michelle Gellar! FC $10.00 O/A BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #2 LIMITED-EDITION BLOOD CHROME COVER Features an amazing "bloodchrome" cover. Halloween is "amateur night" for the vampires of the Hellmouth. So who says there aren't vampires who haven't lost their amateur status? Ask Willow, the vamps' unintended "guest!" FC $14.95 ***************** BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #2 EXCLUSIVE PHOTO COVER An exclusive photo cover variant of Buffy the Vampire Slayer #2 Halloween edition. (CAUT: 2) FC $5.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER TV GUIDE ISSUE Includes the original Buffy the Vampire Slayer comic that recently appeared in TV Guide. This exclusive mini-strip by Chris Golden and artist Hector Gomez will never appear anywhere else! (CAUT: 2) Digest $10.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER RARE VARIANTS SET Get both the exclusive Buffy The Vampire Slayer #1 gold foil cover and the exclusive Buffy the Vampire Slayer #2 variant photo cover. (CAUT: 2) Set (x2) $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DARKNESS HOLIDAY SPECIAL #1 Featuring brilliant full-page art by top creators like Marc Silvestri, Billy Tan, and Joe Benitez. It doesn¹t have to be a holiday for any comic book fan to enjoy this Top Cow special edition! FC $5.00 ************** DARKNESS #11 CHROMIUM EDITION Top Cow celebrates the return of Garth Ennis to The Darkness by producing eleven very special covers for Darkness #11, including this ultra-rare Chromium Cover by creator Marc Silvestri! Distributed at a ratio of only 1 per every 100 copies of Darkness #11! (CAUT: 2) FC $35.00 DARKNESS #11 VARIANT COVER SET Nine of the eleven Darkness #11 variant covers. Nine of the biggest names in comics help celebrate the return of Garth Ennis to The Darkness by producing an awesome series of special variant covers for Darkness #11. Top Cow and Darkness fans will love these rapidly disappearing collectors items! (CAUT: 2) Set (x9) $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DIVINE RIGHT PREVIEW EXCLUSIVE VARIANT COVER Exclusive variant cover by Jim Lee! Contains the original full-color story by Lee featuring the first appearance of Max Faraday and Divine Right! FC $9.95 EARTH X #0 RARE ALEX ROSS VARIANT Alternate cover by Alex Ross. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 17,500. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 EARTH X #1 RARE ALEX ROSS VARIANT Alternate cover by Alex Ross. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 GEN13/MONKEY MAN & O¹BRIEN #1 VARIANT New cover by Art Adams! It's a matchup between two of the best light-hearted super-hero titles out there! And on top of that, this book stars a talking monkey! (CAUT: 2) FC $9.95 STAR WARS #4 LIMITED CHROME COVER The new Star Wars series from Dark Horse gets knee deep in action as Jedi Ki-Adi-Mundi hops a starship full of bloodthirsty aliens to try and rescue his kidnapped daughter. Limited to 5,000 copies! (CAUT: 2) FC $15.00 STAR WARS #5 LIMITED CHROME COVER Ki-Adi-Mundi is in a battle for his life high above Tatooine. But things are about to get worse because he¹s soon going to have a run in with a little known gangster who calls this desert world his home! An exclusive metallic chrome variant. Limited to 5,000 copies! (CAUT: 2) FC $15.00 STAR WARS #6 LIMITED CHROME COVER In the race to save his daughter Ki discovers a massive war fleet in orbit above Tatooine! And the stage is set for Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. An exclusive metallic chrome variant. Limited to 5,000 copies! (CAUT: 2) FC $15.00 STAR WARS LIMITED CHROME SET II The chrome covers to Star Wars #4-6. (CAUT: 2) Set (x3) $39.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE REVISITED #1 Previously available from Image Comics. They're back! The beautiful duo which rocked the comic world last year is back and ready for business. This time Lara Croft has called her friend Sara for help on a case that reeks of magic. Michael Turner, the artist who brought you the first Witchblade/Tomb Raider crossover, is back, also! FC $3.00 ********* TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE REVISITED #1 VARIANTS The sexiest crossover of the year gets three hot variant covers. Now available are the Marc Silvestri variant, the Michael Turner Bikini Variant, and the Gold Foil Bikini Variant. (CAUT: 2) SILVESTRI VARIANT‹FC $10.00 BIKINI VARIANT‹FC $10.00 GOLD FOIL BIKINI‹FC $35.00 WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER #1 1ST SERIES VARIANT Sara and Lara first rocked the comic world in an issue that became the most popular crossover of 1997. You can still get first printings of that historic event with the rare Michael Turner variant cover. (CAUT: 2) FC $20.00 WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER SET Contains three different comics ‹ Witchblade/Tomb Raider Revisited #1 regular edition, Witchblade/Tomb Raider Revisited #1 Silvestri variant, and Witchblade/Tomb Raider #1 first series variant cover by Michael Turner. (CAUT: 2) Set (x2) $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A X-MEN: MAGNETO WAR #1 EXCLUSIVE VARIANT Fully painted by Nelson. Magneto prepares his army for the annihilation of the human race in the collectible first issue of Magneto War! FC $10.00 ******************* X-MEN #25 CHROMIUM Brand-new wrap-around chromium cover by artist Adam Kubert! This amazing comic features the historical confrontation between the X-Men and Magneto, a battle which ripped Wolverine's adamantium from his body! (CAUT: 2) FC $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WITCHBLADE/ELEKTRA #1 VARIANT COVER Witchblade takes on Elektra in this all-new story featuring art by red-hot artist Michael Turner! Part Six of the historic Marvel/Top Cow cross-over! Limited quantities. FC (Note Price) $5.00 Posters O/A ASCENSION LITHOGRAPH David Finch and Batt depict Lucien and Andromeda from Ascension #0 on this beautiful 22" x 28" lithograph. Limited quantities. Lithograph, 22x28, FC $24.95 O/A DARKNESS LITHOGRAPH This full-color Darkness lithograph features the art of Marc Silvestri from the cover of the extremely rare Darkness Ace Edition. Each litho is strictly limited and measures an impressive 22" x 28". Lithograph, 22x28, FC $24.95 O/A WITCHBLADE LITHOGRAPH This stunning, full-color lithograph features the art of Michael Turner from the cover of the Witchblade Ace Edition. Each litho is strictly limited and measures an impressive 22" x 28"! Lithograph, 22x28, FC $24.95 ************* Exclusive Toys FAIRCHILD EXCLUSIVE ACTION FIGURE Created by WildStorm Productions. An exclusive variant of this Gen-Active cutie in very Limited quantities. (CAUT: 2) Figure $14.95 MORE THAN MORTAL BRIGID EXCLUSIVE VARIANT ACTION FIGURE Out of the pages of the sleeper hit More Than Mortal. Now is the time to take another look at this hot little toy, because this exclusive variant features an all-white and silver paint scheme. Limited to 1,000. (CAUT: 2) Figure $19.95 EMERALD MEDIEVAL WITCHBLADE VARIANT ACTION FIGURE Previously limited only to the Japanese and Asian collector's market, the variant Emerald Medieval Witchblade Figure is not even part of the regular Witchblade series. Limited to 15,000 figures! (CAUT: 2) Figure $19.95 SCARLET MEDIEVAL WITCHBLADE VARIANT ACTION FIGURE From the stunning Witchblade Action figure line comes this incredible, limited-edition Scarlet Medieval Witchblade action figure! Limited to 14,500. (CAUT: 2) Figure $24.95 ÉRIC THÉRIAULT PRESS VEENA #2 by Éric Thériault Wouldn't you like to go back in time and revisit some hip parts of the '60s, '70s and early '80s ? Veena and professor Bob can. First, by meeting New Wavers in 1982 and Black Panthers in 1974, still looking for the startling origin of a pair of haunted sunglasses. This is the second of a three-part story. Also contains two short, almost true stories. All-new material by Éric Thériault, contributor to Fantagraphics' Real Stuff and Duplex Planet. The back cover is a Veena pin-up by The Jam's Bernie Mireault. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 ETERNAL STUDIOS ARCHANGELS: THE SAGA #7 In Book Seven, the Archangel's race to save Justin Griffin from certain ruin comes face to face with The Overlord's most powerful demons. A legion of merciless minions descends upon the angels and overpowers them, and Justin's fate seems sealed. Is it a Divine Plan or the ultimate demise? FC, 32pg (Note Price) $3.50 FANTAGRAPHICS FILTHY GN by Ted Jouflas Filthy is the apocalyptic follow-up to 1997¹s Scary. This full-length, stream of consciousness graphic novel features an unusual cast of characters, including the vicious brat, Janine De Bleu, and her billionaire parents, Mumsie and Popsie; her pet cat, Milo Maurice; her little rodent friend, Le Rat; the Slum Boy in the drudlepit and his evil uncle, Skunkle Sneaky! Rendered in Jouflas¹ striking, hilarious style and written with a perfect rhyme scheme, Filthy drags its characters from the slime of urban decay through the deforestation of a once-pristine Eden; from the garbage barges of old Shang-Hai, to the sewers of Los Angeles; from the bowl of dirty underwear that is the corporate world, to the royal media drunk on themselves. As creepy ‹ and filthy ‹ as it sounds! MATURE READERS SC, 72pg, b&w $9.95 MEASLES #3 by Various In the third all-star issue of Measles, Steven Weissman's "Olaf Oedwards" battles his new arch-enemy "Hotfoot," an arsonist whose feet are on fire; Rick Altergott's Professor Eggrodd and Niblet meet the Men in Black; Gilbert Hernandez's Venus participates in the ultimate soccer match; plus a story about cartooning and cartoonists by Mario Hernandez, a back cover by Ariel Bordeaux, and more surprises in the coolest all-ages comic since the days of Sugar and Spike! Cover by Beto, as always. b&w, 24pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MEASLES #1 by Various Disappointed over the lack of quality comics suitable for all ages, Gilbert has gotten together with his favorite cartoonists to produce this all-new, ongoing anthology comic aimed at readers of all ages. Features brand new work from not only Gilbert, but also Jim (Frank) Woodring, Rick (Doofus) Altergott, Steven (Tykes) Weissman, Lewis Trondheim and Mario (Love & Rockets) Hernandez! Young kids and jaded adults alike will thrill to ³The New Adventures of Venus,² ³Kid Firechief,² ³Black Bear,² and more. Cover by Gilbert Hernandez. b&w, 24pg $2.95 ************* NAUGHTY BITS #29 by Roberta Gregory Uh-oh! ‹ It looks like it may be "splitsville" for Bitchy and Chuck! (Don¹t take the cover art literally, though!) Meanwhile, millennial fever strikes the office ‹ Marcie searches for Signs of the End Times, and Sylvia begins stockpiling! Plus, another episode of ³Space Cadet.² MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ZERO ZERO #26 The last regular issue of Zero Zero is a special extra-length whopper with more than a few surprises! Al Columbia returns with another of his fantastically beautiful (albeit evil) two- color stories; Kim Deitch turns in another massive chunk of Smilin' Ed; two exciting newcomers, Christine Shields and Xeric award-winner Aaron Augenblick, have their Zero Zero debuts; Top Notch creator Ethan Persoff turns in a challengingly abstract seven-page story, also in two colors; Joe Sacco reports on the Rolling Stones' latest escapades; a double-length chapter of Homunculus by Mack White; P. Revess's District Attorney of 1,000 Faces presents Johnny Crybaby in "Zoo of Madness"; all this, plus a back cover by Peter Kuper, a full-color inside back cover by Mike Diana, and a front cover by the one and only Peter Bagge. MATURE READERS PC, 56pg (Note Price) $4.95 LOVE AND ROCKETS BOOK 3: LAS MUJERES PERDIDAS 3RD PRINTING by Los Bros Hernandez For the first time, all 15 volumes will be available in one, unified design! Las Mujeres Perdidas (³The Lost Women²) closes the book on Maggie¹s globe-trotting Mechanix adventures, and includes several Heartbreak Soup short stories from Gilbert as well as his fictionalized chronicle of the rise and fall of an L.A. punk band (³A Fan Letter²). MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 160pg, b&w $19.95 LUBA #1-3 PACK by Gilbert Hernandez The first three issues in the new ongoing series!chronicling the latest events for major heroine of his Love and Rockets s. Luba has moved to the United States, Pipo is a seductive TV producer, and the millennial omens are in bloom, warning of impending cataclysm! All issues black and white. MATURE READERS Set (x3) $8.85 OFFERED AGAIN O/A YOUNG HOODS IN LOVE by Ho Che Anderson Before Pop Life, Ho Anderson created this remarkable original graphic novel. The King creator looked to the streets of his own modern-day Black Toronto for this group of gritty, urban tales of explosive human relationships. Funny, profane, and authoritatively real. MATURE READERS SC, 80pg, b&w $9.95 O/A THE THEATRE OF CRUELTY by Marc Tessier & Alexandre Lafleur Tessier and Lafleur¹s debut graphic novel from Fantagraphics collects four striking stories each prefaced with an original tarot card illustration. ³The Sleeping Heart,² ³The Theatre of Cruelty,² ³The Lovers,² and ³To Chandra from Surya² filter autobiographical fragments through the dream world, plumbing the depths of the psyche, mining the mythology of our collective unconscious. MATURE READERS SC, 80pg, b&w $9.95 ******************** Eros Comix ************** All Eros Comix offerings are ADULT MATERIAL. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ********************** HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY #2 by Rebecca (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 SUBMISSIVE SUZANNE #7 by Guenther von Wegen (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $3.95 SUBMISSIVE SUZANNE PACK by Guenther von Wegen (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x5) $14.75 TREASURE CHESTS #1 by Art Wetherell (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 BLAZING FOXHOLES PACK by Art Wetherell (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x3) $8.65 SIZZLIN¹ SISTERS PACK by Art Wetherell (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x4) $11.80 STARS OF THE MONTH EROS GN 4: TWO HOT GIRLS ON A HOT SUMMER NIGHT by Terry Hooper & Art Wetherell (STAR08148) (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 88pg, b&w $12.95 ************************ Eros MangErotica Line THE ORIGINAL BONDAGE FAIRIES #8 by Kondom (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 THE SEX-PHILES #6 by Tamaoki Benkyo (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.95 SILKY WHIP EXTREME #2 by Oh! Great (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 LUST PACK by Tenjiku Ronin (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x9) $27.10 THE NEW BONDAGE FAIRIES #9 2ND PRINTING by Kondom (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 WINGDING ORGY: HOT TAILS EXTREME #4 2ND PRINTING by Toshiki Yui (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 40pg $3.95 FATHOM PRESS STAIN #7 by Tyler, Joseph, Specht, & Terrill In this issue, Tim Tyler unleashes his preview of the upcoming Blood Reign series along with a Blood Reign art gallery. Also, John Specht, Todd Terrill, and Mike Joseph bring you the conclusion of "Handyman 'Jack of All Trades'." Cover by Joe Vigil and Tim Tyler. Also available in an alternate nude cover by Tim Tyler and Mike Joseph. NOTE: The nude cover is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.‹b&w, 32pg $3.00 NUDE (CAUT: 3)‹b&w, 32pg $3.95 FREE LUNCH COMICS BIGGER: WILL RISON AND THE DEVIL'S CONCUBINE #4 Join Willie in the conclusion of his first four-issue limited series as he fights the ultimate temptation. Trapped in his room with the incredibly hot Miss Teri is one thing, but she brought a few friends with her, and all this means big trouble for Willie! Plus: Poor Slip questions his abilities, and the results of the Bigger Blind Date Contest! b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 GAMES WORKSHOP WARHAMMER MONTHLY #16 Featuring the first spectacular episode of The Redeemer, an awesome story set on the hiveworld of Necromunda ‹ and a pilot for a brand new comic series ‹ by Pat Mills & Debbie Gallagher, with art by Wayne Reynolds. Crossing the ash-wastes in his Pulpitek, the Redeemer preaches the Redemption to all, purging any heretical mutants who stand in his path. Make sure you don¹t miss the darkly humorous first episode. In another tale of slaughter and mayhem, Malus Darkblade is forced to admit that the Orb of Truths and Lies isn¹t all it¹s cracked up to be. Following the Orb¹s advice Malus heads north ‹ straight into the lair of a terrifying dragon! Also, there¹s a grim tale of Skaven sorcery as a regiment of bold Bretonnians defend their homeland against an incursion of the accursed ratmen in "Flesh & Blood." Plus, there¹s more intrigue and mystery with another superb episode of Dan Abnett¹s Inquisitor. b&w, 44pg $2.95 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING EC Comics ACES HIGH #5 Final issue! Four spectacular stories! "Ordeal" by Wally Wood, "C'est La Guerre!" by George Evans, "Iron Man" by Jack Davis, and "Spads Were Trumps" by Bernie Krigstein conclude this EC "New Direction" mini-series. Cover by George Evans. FC (5 of 5) $2.50 IMPACT #5 Final issue! The last four incredible stories of this EC "New Direction" mini-series are "Heart Interest" by George Evans, "The Travelers" by Joe Orlando, "The General" by Graham Ingels, and "So Much More" by Bernie Krigstein. Cover by Jack Davis. FC (5 of 5) $2.50 HAUNT OF FEAR #28 Final issue! This horror classic reaches the end of its run with a reprint of the November 1954 issue. "Ghastly" Graham Ingels handles the art on the lead story, while Bernie Krigstein depicts "Numbskull," Jack Kamen illustrates "Audition," and Jack Davis provides the final nail in the coffin with "A Work of Art!" This EC linchpin horror title sports one last cover by "Ghastly" Graham Ingels! FC $2.50 EC Library STARS OF THE MONTH 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! (STAR01395) HC $20.00 NEW DIRECTION SET 1: M.D. HC M.D. could just as well have meant "Medical Drama" as the EC crew jumped into the arena which has been a mainstay throughout the history of radio and television 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 ‹ M.D.! (STAR01391) HC $20.00 THE COMPLETE TALES FROM THE CRYPT HC SET Five individual hardcover volumes containing the complete 30-issue run of the greatest horror series in the history of comics! Comes in a slipcase. (STAR00582) Set (x5) $110.00 Overstreet Guides THE OVERSTREET INDIAN ARROWHEADS IDENTIFICATION & PRICE GUIDE #6 by Robert M. Overstreet The man who brings us the most established, best-documented price guide in comics is also the author of this extraordinary volume on Native American arrowheads. Published every two years and widely recognized as the premiere book in this field, this new edition contains more than 8,000 photo-illustrated entries. Also featured are informative articles, timelines, and regional reference guides. SC $24.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE #29 by Robert M. Overstreet; Covers by Alex Ross It's up to you! Will it be Earth's mightiest heroes, The Avengers, or the far-flung future of Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes? Take your choice of fantastic covers by Alex Ross (Kingdom Come, Marvels, Earth X) featuring recreations of two Silver Age landmarks, The Avengers #4 and Adventure Comics #247. Inside you'll find the most trusted, most comprehensive prices in the comic book business, Bob Overstreet's Market Report, and more! Check out the all-new features on the history of superteams, profiles of The Avengers and The Legion of Super-Heroes, and other articles. Find out who's new in the Overstreet Comic Book Hall of Fame, and see the brand new directory of fan-run websites. NOTE: The Superboy & the Legion of Super-Heroes cover is exclusive to the direct market, and Namor will only be visible on the direct market edition of The Avengers cover. LEGION HC‹SC $20.00 LEGION SC‹HC $27.00 AVENGERS HC‹SC $20.00 AVENGERS SC‹HC $27.00 STAR OF THE MONTH HAKE'S PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS 2ND EDITION by Ted Hake Huge new color section! More than 7,000 items, each with its own photo illustration, are packed into the 760+ pages of this second edition! Also included are new feature articles on collecting, a full 350 character categories, and more than 200 types of items. Batman, Superman, Buck Rogers, Dick Tracy, James Bond, Captain Marvel, The Beatles, Spider- Man, and 342 other characters included! This book is a must-have for any serious collector! (STAR07934) SC $24.95 Photo-Journal Guides STAR OF THE MONTH THE PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO MARVEL COMICS VOLUME IV (K- Z) Ernie Gerber's fantastic Photo-Journals are a serious collector's dream come true, and they're also the best visual reference available on comics! The Photo-Journal Guide To Comics (Volumes I & II) and The Photo-Journal Guide Volume IV (A Guide To Marvel Comics K-Z) is an 11" x 14" Hard Cover illustrating the lavish history of comics by showing reproductions of each comic book cover in full color. (STAR01779) HC $29.95 ************************ GUN DOG COMICS ASTRONAUTS IN TROUBLE: LIVE FROM THE MOON #4 by Larry Young & Charlie Adlard The X-Files artist Charlie Adlard joins the AiT Flight Crew for the penultimate chapter of this critically-acclaimed mini-series! When the Channel Seven News Team uncovers the HayesCorp Subtropolis, the moonbase security force holds the news crew against their will. It¹s the media held hostage as The Mob reveals itself to be a nuclear power, Christine shows her true eco-terrorist colors, and Hayes himself makes a slow news day faster. This fourth issue features a two-page back-up story by Young and newcomer Scott Johnson, as well as the cover colors of series colorist Matt (Preacher) Hollingsworth. b&w, 24pg (4 of 5) $2.95 GUNNER #4 by Eric Yonge With Chuck gone, Gunner returns to his military roots, accepting a mission to destroy a Central American drug cartel. Meanwhile, Gunner's friends fall prey to the sinister machinations of the Portrait! What is the horrible surprise that awaits Gunner when he returns? Writer/Artist Eric Yonge ups the ante for Gunner and his supporting cast in this explosive issue! b&w, 32pg $2.95 HAMSTER PRESS *********************** Check out the BOOKS section of this month's Previews for The Golden Age of Comic Fandom, also from Hamster Press ********************** EYE SPECIAL EDITION #1 by Bill Schelly & Bill Black The legendary costumed hero from the classic fanzines of the 1960s return in a "done-in- one" comic book, released to celebrate his 35th anniversary in print. In the all-new book- length epic, "Face to Face with Myopia!," the Eye battles his first female foe, a ninja with a special suit designed to thwart the Underworld Executioner. It's brimming with action, atmosphere, and thrills. Plus, special bonus features on the history of the "world's weirdest hero." With heavy cover stock and glossy interior pages. b&w, 32pg $2.95 HARRIS COMICS PANTHA #1/VAMPIRELLA MONTHLY #16 by Conway, Grant, Texeira, & Small, Jr. Mark Texeira, the artist behind the blockbuster Marvel Knights Black Panther series takes on Harris¹s hottest new star ‹ Pantha! In the year of the Cat, Pantha takes on the immortal goddess of the silver screen. It¹s the ultimate Cat-Fight with the future of humanity at stake. Part 1 (of 2). Also: straight from "World¹s End," this special issue also includes Vampirella¹s return from Drakulon. If she thought Hell was bad, just wait 'til she sees what's happened to her friends while she was gone! This issue is offered in two different cover editions ‹ one featuring a Pantha photo cover, the other featuring a pencilled rendition ofVampirella by Louis Small, Jr. PANTHA PHOTO COVER‹FC, 32pg $2.95 VAMPIRELLA COVER‹FC, 32pg $2.95 VAMPIRELLA/LADY DEATH #1 PENCILED EDITION by Conway, Grant, & Small Jr. Featuring pure penciled artwork by Louis Small, Jr.! This edition is limited to just 1,500 copies. FC, 40pg $9.95 PANTHA MINI-LITHOGRAPH by Mark Texeira A comic-sized, premium quality lithograph by painter Mark Texeira, measuring at 6 1/2" x 10 1/4" and printed on heavy-weight lithograph paper. Limited to 500 copies. Lithograph, 7x10, FC $8.95 VAMPIRELLA: REBIRTH LIMITED PREVIEW ASHCAN by Conway, Grant, Zircher, & Martin An all-new, three-part saga begins in issue #18 of Vampirella Monthly, featuring the return of the original Vampirella costume! Limited to 2,500. b&w, 16pg SRP: $6.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPIRELLA VS MISTRESS NYX CHROMIUM EDITION by Grant, Small Jr., & Martin This special collector's item issue of Hell On Earth #3 showcases Vampirella in her new costume for the first time! Featuring a wrap-around Chromium cover by Louis Small Jr., this edition is limited to only 2,500 copies. FC, 32pg $10.95 ***************** HARVEY ENTERTAINMENT HARVEY: THE MAGAZINE FOR KIDS #8 Harvey¹s 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! It¹s comics combined with great illustrated children¹s stories, innovative new games, puzzles, kid¹s jokes, and many never-before-seen features, both entertaining and educational! Magazine, FC $2.95 HEAVY METAL MAGAZINE LUIS ROYO 2000 WALL CALENDAR Featuring twelve stunning images by renowned artist Luis Royo. MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar $12.95 VAMPIRELLA 2000 WALL CALENDAR A dozen different images of the Harris Comics superheroine by artists including Joe Jusko, Joseph Linsner, Mark Texeira, Jae Lee, and more. MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar $12.95 F.A.K.K.2 2000 WALL CALENDAR With art from Manara, Royo, Boris Vallejo, Joe Jusko, Simon Bisley, and more! MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar $12.95 SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION! SHIPS IN JULY HEAVY METAL SEPTEMBER 1999 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $4.95 HEAVY METAL F.A.K.K.2 MOTORCYCLE JACKET A black leather jacket with a F.A.K.K.2 image and logo embroidered on the back and the Heavy Metal logo silk-screened on the sleeve. Plus, the inside of the jacket is signed by artist Simon Bisley, writer Kevin Eastman, and inspiration/model Julie Strain! Large and Extra Large available. L-XL $350.00 ****************** STAR OF THE MONTH F.A.K.K.2 LIMITED-EDITION MOVIE ART BOOK HC by Simon Bisley This hardcover book features art by Bisley as a black-and-white tip-in plate! (STAR07935) MATURE READERS HC, 80pg. FC $31.95 ******************* INSIGHT STUDIOS GROUP LIBERTY MEADOWS #1 by Frank Cho Liberty Meadows got dropped from the Washington PostŠ that is, until thousands of readers protested with letters, e-mail, and phone calls! It was the largest-ever response to a change on the Post's comic page. Now this syndicated strip is featured in the Washington Post every day ‹ and in newspapers around the world ‹ building a following of rabid fans who can't get enough of the sexy Brandy and the antics of her funny-animal friends. Issue One begins with the first Liberty Meadows strip and includes nearly eight weeks of dailies and Sunday strips ‹ all reproduced from the original art, large enough to see every loving detail from the master hand of Frank Cho! Bimonthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 UNIVERSITY2: THE ANGRY YEARS NEW EDITION by Frank Cho This book never stops selling! Everyone who reads Liberty Meadows in newspapers around the world wants to get their hands on this raw, uncensored college strip original, and this new edition features new covers and additional strips. NOTICE: No animals have been hurt or killed during the creation of this book, except for a baby seal, four stunt dogs, a rare albino African boa, a school of dolphins, a beagle, fifty-two Elvis impersonators, an alpha chimp, two African bull elephants, eighteen college students, seventeen cows, an Amish farmer, two condors, a fan boy named Wayne "Sheckey" George, a miniature pony, a rare black rhino, a lemur, a silver back gorilla, a family of savannah baboons, a leper from Calcutta, six pandas, eighty-seven domesticated house cats, and a spider monkey named "Chet." SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 IRONCAT CRUSHER JOE #6 by Haruka Takachiho The final issue of the timeless classic by the honorable Haruka Takachiho! A spaceship was shot down a year ago, called the "Kerlin Incident," and the man assigned to find the perpetrator is his former best friend. He enlists the Team's help because he has a hunch that a visiting dignitary is actually his old friend... b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 FUTABA-KUN CHANGE! VOL. 2 #6 by Hiroshi Aro More maniacal mayhem ensues in this, the final issue of Volume 2 of the hilarious hit comedy by Hiroshi Aro! Misaki, the girl in love with the male part of our lovable mixed-up Futaba, is about to join the battle of good vs. evil in the wrestling ring. It's a Battle Royale, and the opponents keep getting weirder and weirder! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 HYPER DOLLS VOL. 2 #5 Things get out of hand when the seemingly normal CHAOS chauffeur lets her true identity claw through as reporters come knocking on their door. Lucky for them, Maika, half of the Hyper Dolls, is there to help them. However, what will happen when she is exposed for who she really is? b&w, 32pg $2.95 IRONCAT #2 by Masaomi Kanzaki Dynamite Super-Cowgirl has arrived to lock horns with our feline hero. Can Ironcat and Cleopatra fight off this latest attack from their celestial arch-enemies? Has Tadasuke found a new perfect model for his photo-shoots? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 NEW VAMPIRE MIYU VOL. 4 #2 by Toshiro Hirano & Narumi Kakinouchi The quest to resurrect the fallen Vampire Princess ‹ and the battle to stop it ‹ continues! However, the lines between the two opposing Shinma groups is growing weaker. Yui saves Lemunia who has been after her because she is the last link to reviving Miyu. Now, with time running out, she must go back and do battle against the Western Shinma! b&w, 32pg $2.95 Sexy Fruit Label FEMME KABUKI #8 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 OGENKI CLINIC VOL. 4 #3 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 VALKYR VOL. 2 #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, Germany or the U.K.. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 JACK HAMMER PRODUCTIONS ************** All Jack Hammer Productions offerings are ADULT MATERIAL. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ********************** JACKHAMMER PRODUCTIONS MAXIMUM MANGA X COMIX #2 by Rumiko, Owens, Colvin, Takahashi (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL NUDE‹b&w, 48pg $4.95 EXPLICIT/XXX‹b&w, 48pg $5.95 MONEY SHOT‹b&w, 48pg $6.95 GIRLS OF SUMMER GALLERY by Various (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL NUDE ‹b&w, 32pg $3.95 EXPLICIT/LESBIAN‹b&w, 32pg $4.95 LEE RUMIKO SKETCHBOOK (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL NUDE ‹b&w, 32pg $3.95 EXPLICIT/LESBIAN‹b&w, 32pg $4.95 MAXIMUM MANGA X TRADING CARD SET 2 (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Card Set (x18) $10.00 TIGER TAILS TRADING CARD SET (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Card Set (x18) $10.00 KENZER & COMPANY ****************** Experience the Kingdoms of Kalamar for yourself. The game featured in Knights of the Dinner Table has arrived in the GAMES section of this month's Previews! ****************** KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #32 TALES FROM HAWG WALLERS‹The knights revisit Muncie's famous biker bar. Plus the fourth installment of Manny Vegas' fantasy strip Shardar. Now with four pages of full- color! PC, 40pg $2.95 AVELON #7 by Blaine Loyd & Manny Vega LEGACY OF THRAIN: Part 2 (of 5)‹Five adventurers have been chosen to enter the lost city of Helmsgard to search for the legendary Helm of Thrain, an artifact that will grant its wearer the powers of a god. Unfortunately for them, there are six people in the city. Who among them is a traitor? There won't be much time for questions when they're forced to battle two giant guardians of the city. Will the Avelin twins, Vardan and Vadra, be able to overcome their differences to combine their power, or will their mutual animosity spell doom for the entire party? Painted cover by Richard Boronat. b&w $2.95 KITCHEN SINK PRESS OFFERED AGAIN O/A LI¹L ABNER VOL. 27: 1961 DAILIES HC by Al Capp Mammy Yokum flies to Moscow to drive Nikita Kruschev crazy by winning an international music contest with her unique horn ‹ the Trumpappy, that is, Pappy Yokum! Back in the U.S.A., advice columnist Abigail van Homewrecker tells Daisy Mae that Abner is ³suffering from marital restlessness,² and soon all the women of Dogpatch are after him again! Limited to 600. (0-87816-296-8) HC, 12x9, 176pg, b&w $39.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE CROW: CITY OF ANGELS TRADING CARDS FOIL CARDS BOX This 90-card series features exciting shots from The Crow: City of Angels. Eight cards plus one tattoo per pack. (STAR02056) Box PI CROW CITY OF ANGELS CAPS These baseball style caps feature various pieces of Crow art. #1: LOGO (STAR02039)‹Cap (Note Price) SRP: $1.00 #3: ASHES (STAR02040)‹Cap (Note Price) SRP: $1.00 CROW: CITY OF ANGELS POSTERS A variety of images from the Crow: City of Angels movies. #1: TEASER LOGO (STAR02045)‹Poster (Note Price) SRP: $1.00 #8: COMIC COVER (STAR02048)‹Poster (Note Price) SRP: $1.00 (O/A) #10 SUPER SIZE‹Poster (Note Price) SRP: $1.50 ********************* KNIGHTSTONE TEKKEN 2 #2 by Kim, Guichet, McDaniel, Madison, & Paul One year has passed since Kazuya defeated his father Heihachi to gain control of the Iron Foundation and the Mishima Group. With an elite army at his command, Kazuya has secretly taken control over most of Japan. With his first and second dream realized, Kazuya has set his sights on the world! Gaining knowledge of Kazuya's sinister plans, Jun Kazman, along with Paul Phoenix, Lei Wulong, Nina Williams, King, and the others enter this year's Iron Fist contest to stop him. But, will the world's most powerful Toshin users be enough to bring an end to the hellish reign of Kazuya? Also available in a photo cover which brings the WWWC agent Jun Kazma to life! REG.‹FC, 32pg $1.95 PHOTO CVR.‹FC, 32pg $2.95 KOMICS, INC. ESP ULTRA VOL 1 GRAPHIC NOVEL by T.Y. Lee & J.H. Park JK is a special student of the highly secure ESP school. His life is about to become a whirlwind of survival as he and a group of his friends enter a world of science gone awry, where they are the only hope for the future. The evil Count Marximille is out to prove that his ESP powers are ultimate, by destroying the first surveillance satellite launch to Jupiter ‹ and no group of meddling kids (or even a whole school full!) is going to get in his way! Full of sci-fi action, this original Korean graphic novel is told in chapter chunks the way manga should be read! Get in now on the ground floor of this exciting new world of comics! SC, 5x8, 100pg, b&w $8.95 COMBAT-METAL HAEMOSU VOL 1 GRAPHIC NOVEL by E.K. Kim & J.H. Kim The year is 2130, and the human race is at war with the killing machines known as cyborgs. Poised on the edge of extinction, only a time-traveling boy named Kia, and the ultimate fighting machine, Combat-Metal Haemosu, can save mankind from its oppressors. Combat-Metal Haemosu is non-stop science fiction fantasy that will put other mecha comics to shame with the best mix of intense graphics and stimulating storytelling. A whole new world of manga awaits you within the pages of Combat-Metal Haemosu! SC, 6x9, 70pg, b&w $8.95 LAST GASP OFFERED AGAIN O/A WEIRDO #5 This issue features story and art by Harry S. Robbins, Drew Friedman; "Unsung Heroes in the History of Humor," and much more! MATURE READERS Magazine, 44pg, b&w $2.50 O/A WEIRDO #24 This issue: P. Gloeckner, Bill Griffith, J. Green, D. Seda, C. Tyler, Aline Kominsky- Crumb, Kim Deitch, C. Millet, and others. MATURE READERS Magazine, 52pg, b&w $4.95 ********************** LONDON NIGHT STUDIOS RAZOR¹S EDGE MONTHLY #0 by Everette Hartsoe & Jude Millien This new premiere anthology will feature an exciting Razor installment each month, plus stories from other London Night Studios¹ characters! This month features the new Jude Millien character, Night Vixen, plus the all-new Morbid Angel story, "Dead Calm." Available in four cover editions: Razor/Stryke (by Dorian), Razor Nude Photo, Night Vixen, and Stryke Nude Photo covers. NOTE: The Nude covers are not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS RAZOR/STRYKE‹b&w $4.95 NUDE RAZOR PHOTO (CAUT: 3)‹b&w $6.00 NIGHT VIXEN‹b&w $4.95 NUDE STRYKE PHOTO (CAUT: 3)‹b&w $6.00 SWITCH B.L.A.Z.E. MANGA #1/2 CONVENTION SPECIAL This promotional story is exclusive to this convention special and will be released at the Atlanta Dragon Con ¹99! If you are unable to attend, or just want to get the jump on everybody else, reserve your copy today of this hot new release from the all-new London Night Studios! Also available in a Japanese logo edition. You can¹t read it, but does it look cool! MATURE READERS REGULAR COVER‹b&w $4.95 JAPANESE COVER‹b&w $6.00 SHEENA QUEEN OF THE JUNGLE #3 MINISTRY EDITION The Alternate cover of the third installment of the Bound series is available in this two-for- one special offer! Buy one copy of this book and receive another copy free! b&w $3.00 RAVAGE VIDEO After witnessing the brutal murder of his family by a vicious killer, criminal psychologist Gregory Burroughs is engulfed in an obsession for revenge. He follows a trail of carnage and destruction to a violent underworld, becoming entangled in a web of brutality surrounded by an army of cold-blooded assassins. ³Maybe the best low-budget horror flick ever made!² says Dark Gallery Magazine. Approximate running time: 85 min. MATURE AUDIENCES VHS $29.99 SCREAMING FOR SANITY: TRUTH OR DARE 3 UNRATED VIDEO SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VHS $29.99 STARS OF THE MONTH RAZOR: BURN TP by Hartsoe, Slick, Millien, & Wolfer This collected edition of London Night¹s first color title deals with Razor¹s return to Queen City to track down her maniacal sister, Stryke! Relive the death of Razor as she falls to her sister¹s attack. (STAR01699) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg $14.95 RAZOR: THE SUFFERING COLLECTED by Everette Hartsoe This edition collects the critically acclaimed series dealing with Razor¹s addiction to morphine, and the nightmares that come with a person trying to rid their system of the dangerous drug. (STAR02108) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $12.95 ****************************** LONE STAR PRESS PANTHEON #4 by Willingham, Leeke, & Williams You are Tangaroa, the Polynesian Sea God, and your old teammate Daedalus has asked you to come out to Fort Silence in the Aleutian chain. You rise up out of the water to see Daedalus by the shore and you find yourself wondering two things: Why would he want to meet you on an island prison, and what would the most powerful telekenetic in the world need with a hunting knife? Wraparound cover by Mike Leeke. Ships end of May 1999. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #9 (Sep98) b&w, 24pg, (4 of 14) $2.95 PANTHEON #5 by Willingham, Leeke, Hagan, & Williams Daedalus visits Tangaroa's undersea homeland, and it isn't a social call. All the waters of the vast Pacific Ocean won't be enough to wash the blood off his hands. Meanwhile, our distracted Commander in Chief, Bill Clinton manages to clear the Oval Office of romantically-obsessed interns long enough to have a secret meeting with Johnny Venture of the Darkside Rangers. The topic of their meeting: The Superhero Problem. "Under Pressure" is written by Bill Willingham, penciled by Mike Leeke with Brian (Blade) Hagan, and inked by Bill Williams. Wraparound cover by Leeke & Williams. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #12 (Dec98) b&w, 24pg, (5 of 12) $2.95 MIXX PUBLICATIONS SAILOR MOON #9 In this action-packed issue, Black Moon Verche, a menacing new foe, appears on the scene in search of the Silver Imperium Crystal. In his plot for world domination and absolute power, Sailor Mars is captured. With Rini's mysterious appearance on the scene, Bunny suspects her as being an accomplice. The more Bunny tries to discover the secrets Rini holds, the more questions and suspicions she raises. b&w, 48pg $2.95 SAILOR MOON SUPER S POCKET MIXX VOL. 2 The exciting tale of good against evil persists as the Scouts and Rini continue their battle against the the Dead Moon Circus, the Amazon Quartet, and a host of other villains. This issue features a bonus book, "Final Exam Battles," in which the girls deal with the challenges of school, homework, and finals. Meanwhile, Amy gets her first crush. A must-have for any Sailor Moon fan! SC, 192pg, b&w $9.95 ICE BLADE MIXX MANGA VOL. 2 This powerfully drawn series continues with two more intriguing tales of murder and espionage. Since Ky feels responsible for a friend's suicide, he must track down her brother who is on a homicidal vendetta. Then, Ky is trapped on Kunashi Island when the Russian Mafia attack in search of nuclear weapons. Non-stop action and chilling drama fills the pages of this intense graphic novel! SC, b&w $11.95 SMILE #5 Check out the latest issue of the most awesome mag for the Next-Gen girl! Jam-packed with cool features for the hi-tech lifestyle ‹ including the best of the web, comics, video games, cool new products and other forms of "new entertainment." You are not going to want to miss the continuing sagas of Sailor Moon and Sushi Girl! In this thrilling installment of Sailor Moon, the Elysion priest Elios tells Bunny and Darien the history of the Dead Moon, and important information on how to defeat them before they destroy the Earth. In the quirky new futuristic manga Sushi Girl, Kemmy and the rest of the Rainbow Gang try to become rock superstars in-between making Rainbow Sushi a monster success for Big Ed. Magazine, 80pg, PC $3.99 MOJO PRESS OFFERED AGAIN O/A RED RANGE TP A Weird Western by Joe R. Lansdale & Sam Glanzman This original Western comic from the fertile mind of one comic¹s most innovative creators, Joe R. Lansdale, features an all-new hero in a no-holds-barred adventure that includes the KKK, dinosaurs, and the wildest bunch of characters to ever walk the West. The incredible artwork by the legendary Sam Glanzman is a stunning portrait of action in a strange and wonderful West. MATURE READERS SC, 78pg, b&w $10.95 ****************************** NBM BOOKS THE FALLEN VOL. 1 by Miran Kim & David Aaron Clark Underground phenom David Aaron Clark matches with the superlative X-Files cover artist Kim in a spark-producing creative encounter that will twist your mind! The scene: New York's Goth fringe on the Lower East Side and East Village. Tattoo artist John Savory witnesses a growing group of vampiric feeders taking advantage of the scene. Rena Mojica, an artist, is savagely raped by a gang lead by a feeder, but then seems miraculously rescued. Savory appears in her delirium as she recovers. Dominatrices Letha and Juliette compete for power. Feeder master Bob Gossamer drinks each night's collected horror from his human serial killer slave. The underbelly of New York has become a breeding ground for the most frightfully abject. Savory's tattooed cross is glowing... Gorgeous nightmarish art in a steaming brew concocted by ones who have lived the scene! MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 48pg, FC, (1 of 3) $9.95 MERCENARY TRIALS SACRIFICE NEW PRINTING The third and fourth stories of the incredible Mercenary series are now back in print! SC, 8x11, 96pg, FC, (Note Price) $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TARZAN IN COLOR VOLS. 1 & 2 SC With Disney's major new summer release of their animated Tarzan, now's the time to check out the classic comic strip done by the greatest master: Hal Foster! VOL. 1: (1931-1933) (1-56163-178-7)‹SC, 10x14, 128pg, FC $24.95 VOL. 2: (1933-1935) (1-56163-186-8)‹SC, 10x14, 128pg, FC $24.95 *************************** TARZAN VOLS. 5-8 (1935-1939) HARDCOVER SET Featuring the artwork of Hal Foster and Burne Hogarth, each presented in a full-color, dust-jacketed 10" x 14" hardcover format! Set (x4)‹HC, 10x14, FC $99.00 Eurotica I CAN SEE YOU COMIN'! by Juan Emilio SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BUTTERSCOTCH VOL. 2 NEW PRINTING by Milo Manara SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR02947) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $10.95 LOLITA 2 NEW PRINTING by Belore SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR02932) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 SPANISH FLY VOL. 3 NEW PRINTING by Tobalina SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR06396) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 56pg, b&w $8.95 ****************************** NEW ENGLAND COMICS TICK & ARTHUR #3 by Sean Wang THE RETURN OF THE THORN OF OBLIVION (Part 3 of 3)‹The ninjas have succeeded in reassembling the shattered pieces of the magical Thorn! Meanwhile, an army of super-villains has reached The City looking to steal the Thorn for themselves. Hot in pursuit are the super-heroes of The City, desperate to keep the magical Thorn away from both the ³ninjas² and the villains! Thrill to the action as The Tick, Arthur, Paul the Samurai (he¹s back now as a private eye!), Oedipus (in a sharp new costume!), The Running Guy, and Mighty Agrippa (Roman god of the Aqueduct) do battle with a horde of ninjas and an equally offensive group of super bad guys! Bimonthly. b&w, 32pg $3.50 TICK BIG BLUE DESTINY BONANZA #1-2 by Eli Stone Three complete comics (100 pages total) rebound in a square-bound format. Issue #1 contains the following: The Tick¹s Back #0; The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #1; and The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #2. Issue #2 contains the following: The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #3; The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #4; and The Tick: Big Blue Destiny #5. Each edition includes all three original color covers as well as a new four-color Big Blue Destiny Bonanza collection cover. Set (x3), 100pg, b&w $4.95Ea. TICK OMNIBUS DOUBLE-PACK by Ben Edlund The collected sets of both Tick Omnibus #2 and #3! These two trade paperbacks collecting reprints of The Tick #7-12, as well as 20 additional pages of original Ben Edlund previews and background artwork which have appeared nowhere else. Includes a sneak peek long- range preview of the long-awaited The Tick #13 by Ben Edlund. Also contains the eight- page 3/4-size two-color The Red Eye mini-comic. Double-Pack, 124pg $13.45 ONI PRESS JENNY FINN #1 by Mike Mignola & Troy Nixey Jenny Finn¹s new in town, and she's already gainfully employed. A brothel's most prized possession, our young lady is already the talk of the town. Those who don't fear her want to be near her; and some people feel a little bit of both! Secret societies, the battle between good and evil, some high sea adventures, and of course... tentacles. Hellboy creator Mike Mignola and Oni Double Feature/Grendel artist Troy Nixey have put their collective weirdness into one chowder. Set in the combined worlds of Louis Caroll, H.P. Lovecraft, and Captain Ahab, Jenny Finn is a comics experience you aren't likely to forget. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 GRRL SCOUTS #3 by Jim Mahfood It's hard being a Grrl Scout. All the boys at the comics shop want to paw you, all the hustlers on the street want to cheat you, and all the big corporations want to come down on you because you're a threat to their oppressive, money-making system. All you want to do is just have a good time, but wherever you turn, someone is harshing your vibe. Thankfully, you're part of the baddest pack of ladies around, so there isn't much any rich, white fatcat can do to drag you down! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PAUL POPE PRINT: ONI DOUBLE FEATURE #2 This tantalizing, hand-pulled silkscreen print is classic Paul Pope ‹ titillating, thought- provoking, and unlike anything else out there. As the cover for his popular story "Car Crash," this piece enticed readers into a stimulating world of eroticism and heartbreak. Printed on the highest qualtiy paper and limited to a run of 300, each copy of this 17" x 23" masterpiece will be signed and stamped by Pope. FC, 17x23 $25.00 O/A THE ADVENTURES OF RHEUMY PEEPERS AND CHUNKY HIGHLIGHTS #1 by Penn Jillette & Renée French Popular comedian and magician Penn Jillette teams up with artist Renée French to deliver the rarest of delights ‹ a "funny book" that is actually funny. Rheumy Peepers and Chunky Highlights are two vaudeville comedians who decide that their talents could best be used serving humanity. Donning garish costumes, they become superheroes dedicated to righting wrongs, serving justice, and driving saxophone players crazy. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 O/A ONI DOUBLE FEATURE #6 by Gaiman, Russel, Nidey, & Mahfood Featuring the first of Neil Gaiman¹s three-part story ³Only the End of the World Again,² a Lovecraftian werewolf tale adapted by P. Craig Russell and Tory Nixey. Plus, the Kickin¹ King Jim Mahfood spins his yarn of temptation to its finish as Zombie Kid faces down his personal demons, and another horde of the rascally beasts in ³Straight from Hell.² MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 O/A ONI DOUBLE FEATURE #9-10 by Winick, Shanower, Hart & Lewis, Seagle & Solheim, & Purcell Enjoy two of the latest slices of Oni Press' steaming hot anthology! Issue #9 features a new story by Barry Ween's Judd Winick, with a new cover by Peter Bagge, as well as material from Tom Hart & Jon Lewis and Eric Shanower. Under it's fabulous Teddy Kristiansen cover, #10 features the begging of "Drive-By" by X-Men scribe Steven T. Seagle and Jan Solheim, as well as the conclusion of Winick's "Road Trip" and a new "Sam & Max" strip by Steve Purcell. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95Ea. ************************* PENNY FARTHING PRESS VICTORIAN #4 by Houghton, Kindzierski, Luna, Buelna, & Beekman He¹s just been assigned some very eerie cases, and for detective Leviticus it¹s not going to get any better. He investigates a voodoo shrine in an old warehouse and discovers oddly fresh human remains. It¹s enough to test the mettle of any man. Thank goodness he has someone to talk to, his departed wife, Elizabeth. All this, and the search begins for the missing nuclear submarine, Stormbringer. Doug Beekman provides another new painting for the front-cover issue. FC, 36pg $2.95 DECOY #4 by Williams, Jensen, Huddleston, & Almond This final issue¹s got it all...with less than an hour until everything is thrown into total chaos! Luck¹s been left squirming like a worm on a hook in the clutches of Nabob and his goons. And with the mother-ship calling Decoy home, he has a tough decision to make ‹ catch his ride back home or save Earth from alien invasion. Tune in for this tumultuous issue as we learn what the heck Nabob has sticking out of his neck, and why the naked aliens are running around without sunscreen? b&w, 36pg, (4 of 4) $2.75 RADIO COMIX FURRLOUGH #78 by Various The only monthly anthropomorphic anthology keeps on going! This issue features a return to Furrlough's roots with "Siberia," a dark military drama set in an icy gulag, by rising-star Nami Jarrett! Yuri, Mikhail and Ivan are just average soldiers trying to do their job, but will they be able to cope with the true dangers of their posting ‹ tension, isolation and the never-ending grind of sub-human living conditions? Then to lighten the mood, Michael and Marci McAdam turn in a tale of modern '90s telecommuting in the hilarious "Tales of the Byzantium." Plus, funny yet disturbing shorts by Chris Whalen. Cover by Nami Jarrett. b&w, 32pg $2.95 HAVOC, INC. #6 by Mark Barnard & Terrie Smith Lambie, Deck and Chester's adopted daughter, returns from school on a mission: ³It's high time,² she suggests, ³that the firm actually make a profit!² Toward that end, she's already located (and all but wrapped up) a brand new, unsuspecting client. All the pair have to do is make nice and deliver one small parcel. Unfortunately, the near-dread Koroboromitsu Clan's efforts to steal a new cosmic Doomsday Weapon just happen to coincide with the visit and the mission. They'd prefer Havoc out of the picture, and kidnapping Lambie seems the simplest way to get the job done! Part 1 of a 3-issue story arc. Quarterly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 GENUS #36 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 STRANDED ON PLANET X #1 by Paul Way SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 REALM PRESS BATTLESTAR GALACTICA SEASON III #1 by James Kuhoric & Chris Scalf NO PLACE LIKE HOME‹The new ongoing title! Deep in uncharted space the Council of Twelve has declared that the human race is ready to start anew on an alien planet. Will this new home become a birthplace for the second coming of Kobol or end up as a death trap like Caprica? Starbuck, Apollo, Sheba, Adama, and the rest of the rag tag, fugitive fleet return in this all-new series. FC $2.99 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA SEASON III #1 JAE LEE VARIANT COVER A special deluxe version of the new Battlestar Galactica Season III #1 illustrated by Jae Lee with a cardstock cover and an ultra-cool, nostalgic Galactica mini-standees on the back cover. Relive your youth and experience a space opera like no other! Full color painted cinematic realism. FC $4.99 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA LIMITED EDITION PACK & PRINT This set includes the original Realm Press Battlestar Galactica #1-5 and Battlestar Galactica- Search for Sanctuary #1, and a limited edition Galactica mini-print by painter Chris Scalf exclusive to this set at no extra price. Limited to 300. Pack & Print, FC $17.95 RED HILLS PRODUCTIONS POST MORTEM #1 by S. Edmisten, K. Edmisten, Saltares, & Douzepis Post Mortem is a dark comedy about the rebound of a 20-year-old necrovirus in America. Zombies run amuck inside the concentration camp of Post Mortem (formerly North Dakota). Only the great zombie-hunter Mercutio Jones can contain the undead epidemic and avenge his brother¹s death at the hands of the virus¹ creator, the evil scientist Paxton Fitzroy. Cover by David Hollar. b&w, 22pg, (1 of 4) $3.25 RE-VISIONARY PRESS ****************************** All Re-Visionary Press titles are ADULT MATERIAL and are not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) ****************************** ANNABEL CHONG & RON JEREMY: SORDID STORIES (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹b&w, 32pg $3.50 DLX.‹b&w, 32pg $4.95 CARNAL COMICS: SUPERSTARS OF EROTICA COLLECTION (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL Set (x2)‹b&w, 32pg $4.95 CARNAL COMICS: SEXPLOITATION CINEMA CARTOON HISTORY COLLECTED SET (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL RES. from Previews Adult Vol. VIII #11 (Nov98) REG.‹Set (x2) $5.95 NUDE‹ Set (x2) $5.95 CARNAL COMICS: DEJA SIN #1 BOTTOM¹S UP NUDE PHOTO COVER (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹b&w, 24pg $3.50 SGN.‹b&w, 24pg MSRP: $10.95 CARNAL COMICS: SEVEN SINS SIGNED & NUMBERED ART PRINTS (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL #1: LUST‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #2: WRATH‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #3: VANITY‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #4: GLUTTONY‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #5: SLOTH‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #6: GREED‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 #7: ENVY‹Print, 18x22, FC $15.00 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS EXTINCTIONERS VOL. 2 #1 by Shawn Howard & Malcolm Earle This popular adventure series continues as Katherine Fela, after being rescued by a band of rogue vulpines, discovers the fate of her family, and her life is changed forever. Meanwhile, the planet Alden¹s destiny lies in the talons of a legendary Bird of Fire! The Road to Extinction continues onward! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT ANIMAL MYSTIC: KLOR #1 by Dark One The Dark One you know and love is back with a new series! Featuring to the popular gray- tone painting style that made him a star, Dark One presents the origin of Klor, the centaur from the first Animal Mystic series! Klor belongs to the Muishaa order of priests now, but in the good old days Klor was an arrogant, barbaric scoundrel ‹ and this is his story! Klor will knock you out! Bimonthly. b&w, 24pg (1 of 3) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ANIMAL MYSTIC TP by Dark One Follow the birth of Queen Jatarri from her humble roots as a California college student to the leader of a tribe of Amazon warriors. (STAR03104) SC, 7x10, 156pg, b&w $14.95 ***************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A ANIMAL MYSTIC POSTER #1 by Dark One Featuring the popular cover to Animal Mystic #1, in which Jatarri parades in full warrior attire, astride her white Bengal tiger Minguss. Printed on heavy stock and rolled. FC, 22x34 $5.95 ****************************** AKIKO #34 by Mark Crilley Trapped in rural Japan without a working spaceship, the race is on for Akiko and her friends to finish fixing the old woman's roof before the media arrive to help her celebrate her 100th birthday. Matters are made worse when Spuckler falls ill, and even Poog's healing powers are of no use. Akiko is forced to run into town and use her limited knowledge of the Japanese language to find some medicine. Just as she returns to the house, the television people arrive. Will the image of Poog and Gax soon be broadcast to every home in Japan and the world over? Find out in the thrilling conclusion of Akiko's first-ever Earthbound tale! b&w, 24pg $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH AKIKO VOL. 3 TP by Mark Crilley See what all the fuss is about and read the comic that launched a thousand all-ages books! Follow Akiko back to the planet Smoo where she must save the Prince from the clutches of Alia Rellapor. See our heroes crash in the Moonguzzit Sea (several times), survive a battle with the Sky Pirates, get swallowed by a water snake, attacked by a horde of Sleeslup worms, and that's just for starters! (STAR08814) SC, b&w $11.95 ****************************** ARTESIA #6 by Mark Smylie The epic conflict between Artesia and King Branimir reaches its climax! Under the watchful eyes of the gathered Citadel Kings of the Highlands, Artesia and her company lay siege to their former home, the Citadel of Dara Dess. Storming the gates, Artesia must confront Bran and his chief battlelord in order to claim the citadel as her own. This issue concludes the first chapter of Artesia's saga. Watch for the second Artesia mini-series ‹ wherein Artesia and her warriors answer the call to war in the Middle Kingdoms ‹ beginning early next year. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 DAWN: RETURN OF THE GODDESS #2 by Joseph Michael Linsner Dawn travels through space and time to see Il Marinen, blacksmith of the gods. She tells him she will trade a piece of her soul for a sword that will cut through heaven and hell. After acquiring the sword from the smith, Dawn is back on the trail of whoever is responsible for the brutal slayings of her followers, the witches. Is Lucifer, Prince of Lies, the one behind all the killing ‹ or does he who know who is? Does the genocide go even further than that? Bimonthly. FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 DAWN: RETURN OF THE GODDESS #2 LIMITED EDITION by Joseph Michael Linsner The limited edition versions of the original Dawn mini-series are highly sought-after collector's items. Sirius is now making it easier for you to get your copy of the Return Of The Goddess #2 limited from your favorite retailer! Featuring all-new cover art and a Certificate of Authenticity, each copy is bagged, boarded, and personally autographed by Joseph Michael Linsner. Strictly limited to 5,000 copies. Reserve yours today! FC, 32pg, (2 of 4) SRP: $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DAWN POSTER #1 by Joseph Michael Linsner Available again, this is still the most popular image of Joseph Linsner¹s Dawn available. Ships rolled and bagged. Poster, 22x34, FC $5.95 O/A DAWN POSTER #5 by Joseph Michael Linsner Features Dawn summoning Death, the Horned God, in a circle of masked skeletons! Originally used as the cover to Crypt Of Dawn Vol. 1, this image can now be seen without any of those pesky logos covering up the art. Original painting by Joseph Michael Linsner. Poster, 22x34, FC $5.95 ***************************** MOSAIC #4 by Kyle Hotz In this issue, Mosaic's plans to escape City Hel take an unexpected detour. Monica has been abducted, forcing Mosaic on a search-and-destroy mission. As his friends slowly disappear and his life deteriorates around him, Mosaic brings out the big guns ‹ literally! But even the ultimate weapon might not help Mosaic against the most evil man in Hel who stands in his way. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg (4 of 5) $2.95 POISON ELVES #46 by Drew Hayes THE HIGH PRICE OF UNEMPLOYMENT‹Petunia, the cute little pixie from issue #45, attempts to prove her worth to Lusiphur and Jace, a couple of hard-hitting thieves who regard themselves as too tough to hang out with a fairy with pink hair. But as the pair's money troubles worsen, Petunia finds a very interesting way to make herself a permanent addition to this small gang of misfits! b&w, 24pg $2.50 STARS OF THE MONTH POISON ELVES VOL. 5 TP by Drew Hayes This volume continues the reprint of the entire of Sirius' presentation of the Poison Elves series. (STAR08830) MATURE READERS SC, b&w $14.95 POE VOL. 1 TRADE PAPERBACK by Jason Asala The first six issues of Asala's self-published comics are collected in this first volume of Edgar's epic quest to find his lost love. Enter the bizarre world of Edgar Allan Poe as you've never seen it! In this series, Edgar begins a quest to find his lost Lenore. He searches the world over, and along the way encounters all of the strange and wonderful happenings that inspired his world-famous stories and poems, complete with twists and turns that make the familiar unfamiliar! Introduction by Tony Isabella. (STAR07686) SC, 128pg, b&w $14.95 WANDERING STAR TPS by Teri Sue Wood Personally designed by Teri Sue Wood, this third volume of the Wandering Star epic contains new, never before seen artwork! Join Cassandra, an adventurous outcast from Earth, on an star-spanning journey of interstellar war. As the villainous Bono Kiro launch their attack on the United Planets, Cassandra and her friends launch a prototype spaceship, The Wandering Star, and set out to defeat the overwhelming forces of the invading army. A unique tale crafted with beautifully intricate line art! (STAR08742) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $14.95 ************************** Jason Asala's Poe begins a new bimonthly schedule in September. Poe will return in September with a new storyline in Poe #19. ************************** 6 HANDED PRESS FAANS #4 The faans are trapped in a locked room with six mind-controlled laser assassins and a crowd so thick it¹s impossible to move. And the only one who might turn the tide is... oops, he just got blasted. Never mind. Meanwhile, evil hacker extraordinaire Thackerabiltus Sieughiewiecz continues his obsessive plans to become the last fan on Earth. Also featuring Harlan Ellison, Jeri Ryan, Fox Mulder, Dana Scully, and Agent K (Men In Black)...or people who bear an uncanny resemblance to them. b&w, 24pg, $2.95 SOLSON ENTERTAINMENT BEST OF NIGHTMARE AND PSYCHO #2 The very best comic art of the 70s by such great talents as Gardner Fox, Bill Everett, Rich Buckler, Dick Ayers, Gene Colen, Pablo Marcos, and others all in this book often referred to as ³The Screamer!² SC, 80pg $19.95 HOW TO DRAW JAPANIMATION by Tatsafuyu Koromoto From Manga to Anime to the newest developments in Japanese art & animation, this power-packed how-to book gives you the inside track on the latest techniques and how to apply them! Written by an industry insider with easy to follow examples and a plethora of step-by-step illustrations! SC, 80pg $19.95 HOW TO DRAW ROBOTS, CYBORGS, & ANDROIDS by Rich Buckler From the creator of Deathiok (the first cyborg in comics ‹ and inspiration for Robocop, Terminator, Universal Soldier, and scores of others) comes a totally innovative new book. Top Marvel and DC Comics artist Rich Buckler has put together on the most comprehensive and visually exciting how-to book ever! Forty years of expertise comes to life in this 80-page step-by-step guide to creating and drawing your own androids, cyborgs, and other bizarre futuristic mechanical creations. Plus, demonstrations of techniques for metal, glass, lights, textures ‹ and loads of examples, articulated action, how-to advice, insider tips, and an absolutely stunning gallery of finished works. SC, 80pg $19.95 SECRETS OF DRAWING EROTIC AND NUDE ART SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 80pg $19.95 HOW TO DRAW HORROR, SUPERNATURAL, AND GOTHIC ART Arcane secrets of the horror masters. Learn to draw shocking, disturbing, and graphic horror images. Over the top illustrations and step-by-step examples just oozing with gore, gratuitous violence and icons of truly bad taste. Not for the squeamish! MATURE READERS SC, 80pg $19.95 STUDIO CHIKARA LYDIA CRISS COLLECTION LIMITED-EDITION LITHOGRAPH #1B: KISS 1973 This is the first-ever limited-edition lithograph featuring the exquisite photography of Lydia Criss. Long before the rock group KISS became international superstars, they were a poor New York City band striving for success. Lydia, who was drummer Peter Criss¹ wife at that time, was the only photographer present to document KISS¹ early days. This scarce print, faithfully reproduced from the original negative, is considered to be the earliest photo ever taken of KISS in makeup. See their crude makeup designs and costumes from 1973. Limited to 800 copies, this version features a white border and is suitable for framing. Lithograph MSRP: $125.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BARRY LEVINE GALLERY LIMITED-EDITION CHROMIUM KISS LITHOGRAPH #1 World-renown 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 limited-edition of 2,500 pieces features a classic 1977 image of the rock group KISS taken from their Love Gun photo session. Unlike other lithographs, this is the first-ever rock print utilizing the patented chromium process. Authorized by Barry Levine himself. Lithograph, 24x36, FC (Note Price) $59.95 ***************************** THINKTANK COMICS HYSTERIA #1 by Mike Hawthorne Joshua Mucaro, an anti-terrorism agent for the island of Port Asteria, was given an easy assignment: stop two Neo-Nazi assassins from killing an important civil rights activist. So why did he botch the job? The reason involves a hungry rat, a psychotic street thug and his dog, an exploding motorcycle, and a couple of brutal helicopter policemen. Also, what is Joshua¹s connection to a Goat Sucker that¹s been running rampant in a small coastal village on the island? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 THORBY ENTERPRISES 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. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #10 (Oct98) PC, 16pg $4.95 THREE FINGER PRINTS PUBLISHING THREE GEEKS #11 by Rich Koslowski In part two of ³Happy Birthday Allen,² Keith and Jim have the daunting task of recovering Allen¹s Lost Soul. It¹s yet another disturbing chapter in Allen¹s enigmatic life. b&w, 24pg $2.50 TROMA COMICS TERROR FIRMER #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg, (2 of 2) $2.95 UNITED PUBLICATIONS WILD SIDE #6 by Various Continuing the showcasing of new artists and ideas (without super-heroes), presented here are 40 pages of the best and unique sci-fi/fantasy stories. Introducing ³Buddy Can You Spare a Drawing² by Dutch and Michael Russell, and more problems for ³Lark & Key¹s² by Mark Barnard & Terrie Smith. And back by popular demand, ³Third Eye,² by Paul Kidd & Freddy Andersson ‹ those fantasy detectives on the case Look Out. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $3.95 VANGUARD COMICS NEAL ADAMS SKETCHBOOK LIMITED EDITION HC Vanguard has earned a reputation for quality in presenting the work of comics¹ foremost talents, including Jim Steranko, Dave McKean, Wally Wood, and Bill Sienkiewicz. Now, Vanguard has enlisted Arlen Shumer to help compile the Neal Adams Sketchbook, which follows Adams¹ definitive Neal Adams: The DC Years for Comic Book Marketplace and his recent Neal Adams: The Marvel Years for Comic Book Artist magazine. The perfect way to get into Adams¹ thought processes that have gone into his brilliant work. Also available in a signed edition. REG.‹HC, 120pg $28.00 SGN.‹HC, 120pg $35.00 VEROTIK GRUB GIRL & AKUMA SHE ILLUSTRATIONS KIRBY VARIANT COVER ED. by Various Featuring a limited-edition Jack Kirby alternate cover. Two of Verotik¹s favorite female characters split their own illustration pin-up book: ³Grub Girl,² the corpse hooker and ³Akuma-She,² the rave-loving devil girl. This book features two front covers back to back, one of Grub Girl and one of Akuma-She by Jack Kirby. Other artists include Jason Pearson, Eric Canete, Martin Emond, Horley, Duke Mighten, Jason Blood, Donal Bryce, John Cebollero, Wingbird, and more. MATURE READERS FC MSRP: $10.00 SATANIKA #10 WINGBIRD VARIANT COVER EDITION by Glenn Danzig & Keu Cha Featuring Satanika and Morella together in WingBird's well-known trrademark style. In this prelude to the final issue of the series, the conflict begins on page 1 between Hell's assassin angel, Igrat, and Naekith, Satanika's treacherous half-brother; the prelude for the utter chaos to follow, made all the worse when Satanika, Morella, and Dalkiel crash the "party!" Also in this issue, the fan-favorite feature, "The Inquisitor," returns! Limited quantities available. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Japan. MATURE READERS FC MSRP: $5.00 DALKIEL COLD-CAST PORCELAIN STATUE Verotik¹s darkest villain, Lord Dalkiel, is beautifully sculpted with an amazing likeness of the art by Simon Bisley from Satanika #0. This 8² sculpture, originally available as a resin kit, is now an elaborately detailed, cold-cast porcelain statue, ready for display. Limited quantities. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES Statue MSRP: $89.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A AKUMA SHE T-SHIRT ³Do you have that Pearson Akuma-She on a t-shirt?² You asked for it, and we gave it to you. Jason Pearsons¹ rendition of Akuma-She in full color on a 100% cotton black extra- large t-shirt. XL $19.95 O/A WING BIRD VEROTIK GIRLS SUPER D T-SHIRT Satanika, Igrat, Venus Domina, Akuma-She, X¹alpen, Morella, and Grub Girl as only Wing Bird can do them. This fantastic 100% cotton, black t-shirt is available in x-large and features a full-color image! XL $19.95 ****************************** VIZ COMMUNICATIONS PULP VOL. 3 #7 New look! Free color poster in this issue! Discover the cinematic crime drama of Strain ; the explicitly funny sex comedy Dance Till Tomorrow; the surreal cityscape of Black & White; the shôjo manga classic Banana Fish; the dark humor of Heartbroken Angels and the new suspense thriller Voyeurs, Inc. Plus, each issue features our exclusive columns: "Hi-Fi, Lo-Fi" (Japanese music), "Pulp Cult" (retro and experimental Japanese film), "j- pop hard copy" (anime, video games and more), and the new "Shiratori's Laboratori" (manga news by the former editor of underground manga mag, Garo) and "Can't Sleep to Chase the Japanese Dream!!" (the confessions of a real-life Japanese manga editor). MATURE READERS b&w, 128pg $5.95 DANCE TILL TOMORROW VOL. 2 GRAPHIC NOVEL by Naoki Yamamoto The manga sex comedy from Pulp magazine! Suekichi is a college student with a problem: he's being chased by a mystery woman named Aya, who acts like she wants his body, but who may just be after the $4.5 million he'll inherit when he graduates! The woman Suekichi really loves is Miss Shimomura, leader of the college Theatre TroupeŠ but Aya is hard to resist. To keep the Theatre Troupe afloat through hard times, Suekichi accepts a $10,000 loan from Aya, but that only gets him into more trouble as she crashes at his pad, guilt-trips him with the debt, and shamelessly uses his body for "interest!² MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 216pg, b&w $15.95 STRAIN VOL. 2 GRAPHIC NOVEL by Buronson & Ryoichi Ikegami Shunichiro Kusaka, the billionaire heir to the Kusaka empire, won't rest until all his living relatives are killed. So he framed his only brother on drug charges and sent him to Malaysia to die. But now Shingo Kusaka is ready to fight back! After defeating the sadomasochistic cop Angel, Shingo vows to protect his niece Shion from his murderous brother, whose corporate empire is even now stretching out its arms to take total control of Asia. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 208pg, b&w (Note Price) $15.95 GALAXY EXPRESS 999 VOL. 2 GRAPHIC NOVEL by Leiji Matsumoto Tetsuro and Maetel's voyage across the Sea of Stars takes them to Technologia, the Utopia where science and nature exist in balance; Barkfish, the underwater planet; the frontier planet Heavy Melder; and Wao, the wild planet where hunters roam. But our heroes are dogged by killer robots, the deadly space knight Helmazaria, and a force of evil powerful enough to destroy the Earth in one blow. Soon the 999 itself is at risk as they head further into dangerous territory. With Earth obliterated, can their quest to save the universe go on? Features special guest appearances by Matsumoto's classic creations Captain Harlock and the Space Cruiser Yamato itself! SC, 5x7, 224pg, b&w $16.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA VOL. 2 #7 In Steam Detectives, while exploring the mansion of the famous horror author Steam King, Ling Ling stumbles upon a dangerous secret. In a new Short Program story, "At The Intersection," Takechi sees the girl of his dreams at the same place in the city at the same time every day. Can he work up the nerve to say something? In X/1999, Kamui fights the enigmatic psychic MoriŠ but can he protect his childhood friend Kotori, who has become caught in the battle's Spirit Shield? In Video Girl Ai, Takeshi calls Moemi! Will the two of them go out? Will Moemi be happyŠ and will Yota's heart be crushed? And in Fushigi Yùgi, Miaka stabs herself in order to prevent her own evil mirror image from harming Tamahome and Hotohori. Magazine, 128pg, b&w $4.95 ANIMERICA VOL. 7 #6 Idol singers is just one of the themes artistically examined in the unique anime thriller Perfect Blue, coming soon to theaters in the U.S.! Animerica takes a closer look at the film, plus the portrayal of "idols" in various anime productions. Plus featuers, news, columns, reviews, and Leiji Matsumoto's Galaxy Express 999 manga. Remember, If It's Anime in America, It's Gotta be Animerica! Magazine, 88pg, PC $4.95 SILENT MÖBIUS: INTO THE LABYRINTH #2 by Kia Asamiya Together, the six members of the A.M.P. can defeat any demonŠ but individually, they have weak spots ‹ and their newest foe knows it! When Katsumi Liqueur's sorcery outmatches it, the shape-shifting Entity seeks another targetŠ b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95 RANMA 1/2 PART 8 #3 by Rumiko Takahashi Ranma is determined to win the Martial Arts Eating Competition, even though it means becoming the fiancée of French gourmet Picolet to learn his tricks! But to play the part, "he" must wear an iron corset, endure the attentions of his continental husband-to-be, and suffer diet training you wouldn't believe. Has Ranma's pride gone down too far? b&w, 32pg (3 of 13) $2.95 RYOGA HIBIKI ANIME WORLD TOUR Œ99 T-SHIRT Sure, Ranma¹s the star of the show, but what about the other characters? Continuing the highly successful line of Ranma 1/2 ³theme² t-shirts, the 1999 Ryoga Hibiki Anime World Tour ³concert²-style tee is black (good for those formal occasions), 100% cotton, and 150% otaku. The ³map² on the back of the shirt shows Ryoga and his schedule of attending the year¹s major anime conventions across America. S-XL $17.95 INU-YASHA: A FEUDAL FAIRY TALE, PART 3 #3 by Rumiko Takahashi The great cleric Kikyo, who pinned Inu-Yasha to a tree, has been resurrected ‹ and now she wants to kill Inu-Yasha again! But to Kagome's surprise, Inu-Yasha doesn't fight back, and tries to persuade Kikyo to stop with tender words ofŠ love!? b&w, 40pg (3 of 7) $3.25 MAISON IKKOKU PART 9 #3 by Rumiko Takahashi Kyoko has had the last straw! She has left Maison Ikkoku forever, and every night, Godai goes to her parents' house to try to win Kyoko back. But when Godai's neighbor Akemi drunkenly calls him from a love hotel asking him to help her home, the stage is set for something more serious than a mere misunderstanding! Maison Ikkoku: The story of a boy, a girl, and the busybodies who interfere. b&w, 40pg (3 of 10) (Note Price) $3.25 NO NEED FOR TENCHI! PART 7 #3 by Hitoshi Okuda Mihoshi is called back to active duty by the Galaxy Police! No more cooling her heels on Earth with Tenchi ‹ she's got to go back into space with her old professor Bodai, who trained her at the Academy. Can these Keystone Kops even start their ship, let alone face a gang of space barbarians? b&w, 32pg (3 of 6) (Note Price) $2.95 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0079 #4 by Kazuhisa Kondo The White Base stops at the asteroid Lunar Two, but the colony's troubles are far from over when the refugees aren't allowed to disembark. They're ordered to go directly to the green hills of Earth, where Char Aznable, determined to destroy the Gundam, stands in their way. b&w, 32pg (4 of 8) $2.95 POKÉMON: PIKACHU SHOCKS BACK #4 by Toshihiro Ono Pikachu finds a whole herd of other Pikachu, and Ash must decide whether or not to let him return to his own kind. Meanwhile, Team Rocket has other plans: to capture as many Pikachu as they can! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A POKÉMON: THE ELECTRIC TALE OF PIKACHU #3 by Toshihiro Ono Traveling to the wilds of Mt. Moon, Ash and Pikachu stumble upon the elusive Pokémon Clefairy, along with Pokémon researcher Professor Oak. What is the secret life of the magical Clefairies...and can Ash "bring one back alive?" (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. b&w, 40pg (3 of 4) $3.25 O/A POKÉMON: THE ELECTRIC TALE OF PIKACHU #4 CURRENT PRINTING by Toshihiro Ono You've seen the video game and you've seen it on TVŠbut you've never seen Pokémon like this! Ash goes to Saffron City to challenge Sabrina, the teenage Pokémon gym leader, but the fight is cancelled when a bad dream sends Sabrina into a trance! Ash and Brock must climb the Pokémon Tower to stop the problem at its source: a giant Haunter Pokémon! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. b&w, 40pg (4 of 4) $3.25 ***************************** DRAGONBALL PART 2 #4 by Akira Toriyama Tired of being a 98-pound weakling? Kame-sen'nin, the Turtle Hermit, has a foolproof strength-improving method: you just have to run from dinosaurs, swim with sharks, and push boulders with your bare hands. Get ready, Goku and Kuririn! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. b&w, 32pg (4 of 15) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DRAGONBALL PART 1 #1-3 by Akira Toriyama Meet a young monkey-tailed boy named Goku, whose quiet life changes when he meets a girl named Bulma who is on a quest to collect seven "Dragon Balls." If she gathers them all, an incredibly powerful dragon will appear and grant her one wish. But the precious orbs are scattered all over the world. Could Bulma use the help of a certain super-strong boy? (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Available only in the U.S.. UK, Australia, & Puerto Rico. b&w, 32pg $2.95Ea. ****************************** DRAGONBALL Z PART 2 #7 by Akira Toriyama Goku returns to the land of the dead, but not in time to save most of his friends. Now Goku, alone, must fight Nappa ‹ and if he wins, there's the slight matter of a weak- looking fighter named VegetaŠ (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. b&w, 32pg (7 of 14) $2.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION BOOK 4 #5 by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto In order to defeat the Seventh Angel, Shinji and Asuka must share a room, take dance lessons, and live together 24 hours a day to gain perfect rhythm and teamwork. Neither are too pleased with the situation-but at least Asuka can get a little teasing mileage out of itŠ REG.‹b&w, 32pg (5 of 7) $2.95 COLL.'S ED.‹b&w, 32pg (5 of 7) $2.95 VIZ-IN MAGAZINE VOL. 11 #6 Your monthly guide to new releases from Viz Comics, Viz Video, and Viz Music, Viz-In is North America¹s manga and anime connection! Don¹t miss this free monthly full-color poster and sneak peeks at your favorite graphic novels, videos, music and merchandise! Tabloid SRP: $0.00 STARS OF THE MONTH STRIKER VS. THE THIRD REICH TP by Hiroshi Takashige & Ryoji Minagawa Around the globe a race is on for superpowered relics of an ancient civilization, and it's the job of the Arcam Foundation and its elite Strikers to keep that power out of the wrong hands. Now Arcam faces its most ruthless enemies ever ‹ an army of Neo-Nazis determined to use ancient super-artifacts to do again what they failed in 1945! With the Aryan superman Bo Brantze and dozens of Hitler clones on their side, will the Third Reich rule the world againŠor can Striker stop them once and for all? (STAR08834) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. SC, 160pg, b&w $15.95 MAISON IKKOKU VOL. 11: STUDENT AFFAIRS TP by Rumiko Takahashi The most romantic comedy yet by the creator of Ranma 1/2, Maison Ikkoku tells the story of a young student named Yusaku Godai, and his attempts to get closer to the beautiful manager of his boarding house, Kyoko Otonashi. Maybe his shyness (and youth and inexperience) wouldn't be such a problem if it weren't for the house's other wacky residents, whose only joy in life seems to be meddling in their affairs! (STAR08799) SC, 5x7, b&w $16.95 WARP GRAPHICS ELFQUEST READERS COLLECTION VOL. 12A: REUNION by Pini, McKinney, & Various Cutter and his Wolfriders have given all to win their way to the very center of Grohmul Djun¹s Citadel. Now they face not only the human warlord, but also his ally Winnowill, who will stop at nothing to keep the elves from resurrecting their ancient home. Can the power of love and family overcome the desire to conquer? Or have the Wolfriders already lost too much to regain the Palace? Features the story originally published in issues #9 through #16 of the out-of-print Elfquest‹Shards title. SC, 208pg, b&w $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ELFQUEST READERS¹ COLLECTION TPS by Wendy & Richard Pini The earliest stories on the Elfquest saga are available in an easily affordable phonebook- style format. VOL. 1: FIRE & FLIGHT (STAR08842)‹SC, 150+pg, b&w $11.95 VOL. 2: THE FORBIDDEN GROVE (STAR08841)‹SC, 150+pg, b&w $11.95 ****************************** WILDWOOD PRODUCTIONS STAR OF THE MONTH MYSTIC FUNNIES #1 by R. Crumb Flakey learns about love, sainthood, and the meaning of life as Mr. Natural explains things to him in graphic terms. Shuman the Human makes some dramatic entrances, definitely representing a baser point of view. And R. Crumb¹s women are as voluptuous and surprising as ever. (STAR07336) MATURE READERS FC, 32pg. $5.95 ****************************** XXXENOPHILE BOOKS OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE XXXENOPHILE COLLECTION #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pg $9.95 O/A THE XXXENOPHILE COLLECTION VOLUME 4 by Phil Foglio & Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (1889061093) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC $9.95 ****************************** MAGAZINES SECTION PREMIER VENDORS COMIC BOOK MARKETPLACE #72 From the Golden Age through the present, Marvel's first mutant, Namor, has played many roles ‹ hero, villain, man of mystery. Now explore the entire history of the Prince of Atlantis as only CBM can show it to you. And ‹ of course ‹ that's not all! The mighty Sub-Mariner shares the CBM spotlight with the invincible Iron Man! From his Silver Age origin in the jungles of southeast Asia and membership in the Avengers to the pages of his own long-running monthly, the exploits of the "Iron Avenger" are the stuff Marvel's legends are made of. Explore the life of Iron Man in CBM #72! Also in this issue, an in- depth look at pre-hero Tales of Suspense, and a veritable plethora of market reports covering the Platinum Age, Golden Age, Silver Age Bronze Age and more! Exclusively in CBM #72! Look for the Iron Man/Sub-Mariner cover! Magazine, b&w w/Color Gallery $5.95 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES ALTER EGO #1 Fabulous First Issue! From the pages of Comic Book Artist comes Alter Ego ‹ Roy Thomas¹ legendary fanzine ‹ now a solo magazine! Alter Ego #1 is an all-new 80-page giant with color covers by Jerry Ordway and Golden Age great Irwin Hasen! On the Silver Age side: Stan Lee gets roasted by Julius Schwartz, Chris Claremont, Peter David, John Romita, Sal Buscema, Jim Shooter, and others; ³Da Frantic Four² (a classic parody by Grass Green); Ordway and Thomas on Infinity, Inc., and more! On the Golden Age side: an interview with Irwin Hasen; unseen H.G. Peter Wonder Woman pages; a team-up of the original Captain Marvel and Human Torch; an ongoing FCA (Fawcett Collector¹s of America) section, this time with Fawcett artist Marc Swayze; a regular column featuring Michael T. Gilbert¹s Mr. Monster; plus plenty of rare and unpublished art! Don¹t miss it! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 80+pg, b&w $5.95 COMIC BOOK ARTIST #5 The theme is DC Comics 1967-74: The Daring & The Different, and it spotlights a new cover painting by legendary Aquaman and Teen Titans artist Nick Cardy! Inside you¹ll find unpublished and rarely-seen art by, features on, and interviews with such DC greats as Nick Cardy, Bernie Wrightson, Mike Kaluta, Sam Glanzman, Jim Aparo, Neal Adams, Marv Wolfman, and more! Then on the flip side, Roy Thomas provides the final installment of his groundbreaking fanzine Alter Ego (an All-Batman Special), as Alter Ego spins off into its own solo magazine starting this month! NOTE: See listing above for information on the first issue of Alter Ego. (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 100pg, b&w $5.95 COMIC RELIEF #118 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, 100pg, b&w $4.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #625-628 Featuring a new installment of CSN¹s exclusive Sonic the Hedgehog strip every week! Issue #625 is CSN's Summer Preview issue, covering hundreds of comics from dozens of publishers due from June through August. This handy guide will help readers pick from the best bets for the upcoming season. Issue #626 is the CSN Charts issue; #627 is the July Checklist; and #628 features the July Hot Picks. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PIEa. COMIC SHOP NEWS SUMMER PREVIEW The CSN Summer Preview covers hundreds of comics from dozens of publishers due from June through August. This handy guide will help readers pick from the best bets of the upcoming season. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, PC SRP: PIEa. COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1335 Tribute to Gil Kane! He started drawing comics in the Golden Age. He redefined characters in the Silver Age. He's worked on comic books, comic strips, and animation ‹ and he's still at it! He's Gil Kane, and you'll want to catch CBG's special issue on this superstar's work! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1336 Comics from strips! Comic books started out as comic-strip reprints ‹ and later comic- strip characters appeared in original comics stories of their own. CBG looks at some prominent (and not-so-prominent) examples in this special issue with an original Liberty Meadows cover from Frank Cho! Add CBG's regular columns by such fan faves as Tony Isabella, Peter David, and more, and you can't go wrong! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1337 Silver Age Cavalcade! The world's largest marketplace for Silver Age comics presents another in its popular series of issues devoted to the comics you'll remember forever. There'll be cartoons and columns by Craig "Mr. Silver Age" Shutt, Mark Evanier, Fred Hembeck, and more! Also, this issue includes CBG's price guide update and its retailer review panel's picks for August-shipping comics! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1338 Going Galactic! Find out what Jim Shooter has in store for Battlestar Galactica in this special issue spotlighting SF comics. There's a chance to win this issue's original Galactica cover from Realm Press in CBG's special contest! In addition, CBG previews Comic-Con International: San Diego, and there'll be more of CBG's retailer review panel's picks for August-shipping comics! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1339 X-Men X-travaganza! Only CBG's been around since the "old X-Men" were still new ‹ and X-fanatics will enjoy seeing this issue's perspective on the long-running Marvel phenomenon. Who un-killed Jean Grey? What about the long-promised movie? What's next for the teams? Find out this issue! All this, plus CBG's regular features make this issue a must for collectors, fans, and industry professionals! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $2.95 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #108 Top-selling U.S. comics news magazine in Europe. Covers both mainstream and indie titles with 22+ pages of all-company news, over 100 reviews of current on-sale titles, plus regular columns on Internet gossip; market overviews; comics to film reports; international festival guide; in-depth Q&A with many answers by top professionals; investment tips; heated comics debate; listings of all major mainstream and indie titles shipping next month ‹ with full credits and story synopses, plus "Hotshots" and "Closeups" on key titles. (Quality Communications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, PC $1.95 COMICS REVUE #159 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 MODESTY BLAISE #18 A Comics Revue magazine! Featuring a Modesty Blaise tale ‹ "Brethern of Blaise" ‹ by Peter O¹Donnell. (Manuscript Press) Magazine, 9x11 $5.95 SUBMEDIA #2 An exclusive inside peek at Stan Lee Media, the new interactive website and characters created by Stan "The Man" Lee. Character art, interviews with writers and The Man himself. Also this issue, interviews with Howard Chaykin, television producer, comic genius, and all-around cool guy, Wizard Top Ten writer Paul Jenkins (Inhumans, Spawn Annual), award-winning producer-writer Tom Fontana (Homicide, Oz), artist Kevin O'Neill on the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, and more. Includes reviews of comics, movies, music, and more. The only cool magazine in this dimension. (Woodhaus Studios) Magazine, 104pg, PC $6.00 TRIPWIRE MONTHLY #3 Under a Glenn Fabry Preacher cover, Tripwire takes a look at what Vertigo have planned for this summer and winter, with interviews with everyone from Executive Editor Karen Berger to the creators of titles like The Invisibles, Books of Magic, Preacher and more. We also have an overview of Preacher #1-50 and interviews with editor Axel Alonso and artist Steve Dillon.If you're a Vertigo reader, you can't afford to miss this! As well as our Vertigo coverage, we've got an exclusive interview with Stan Lee, talking about his new venture, Stan Lee Media. (Tripwire Comics & Music) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 24pg, b&w $1.75 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES ACTION FIGURE NEWS AND TOY REVIEW #81 Secrets of the Batcave ‹ Batman toys and collectibles worth thousands of dollars each. These are Bat-toys and collectibles, the likes of which you've never seen before, and may not ever see again! Plus Hot Wheels California Customs (some worth between $50-$60!) ‹ which ones are in your basement? ‹ along with "Chop Shop," "Toy-Toons," and "Cool Customs." And, as always, the latest-breaking toy news on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Image, G.I. Joe, and other top action figure lines. And don't forget the monthly Cool Giveaways, What¹s Your [Bean] Bag?, Altered States, and the long-running, highly trusted Action Figure Price Guide. (Action Figure News and Toy Review) Magazine, 64pg, FC $5.95 AMAZING FIGURE MODELER #15 AFM throws the hammer down on Gothic figure modeling with a wild tour of Hammer Studios' House of Horrors including a velvet smooth look at the top Hammer kits, the creation of Shapeshifters' UK Hammer Bust series, and a Christopher Lee customizing diorama. Then AFM's artist posse tracks down Jeff Yeagher, and, finally, things wrap up with a deep, dark look at the Marilyn Manson model kit. All this plus the unsurpassed modeling instruction that make AFM indispensable. (Amazing Figure Modeler) Magazine, PC $6.00 ANIMATION MAGAZINE JULY 1999 Check out Animation Magazine's Animation Executive Roster to find out who you need to be doing business with at animation companies around the world. See tips on how to grow your commercial production company or post house to compete with the big houses, and find the talent in the Graduate Showcase. Plus, find out the score on animation music with a guide to composers and music services. (Animation Magazine) Magazine, PC $4.95 ******************** Collectors ‹ don't forget to look in the MISCELLANEOUS MERCHANDISE section of this month's Previews for the latest bean bag and plush merchandise including Limited Treasures Football Bears, Comic Images WWF Three Stooges, and more Pokémon plushes! ********************* BEANIE WORLD AUGUST 1999 Make sure to order one of the sources for the most up-to-date news in the world of bean bag and plush collectibles. Each issue is filled with loads of color photos, the latest new releases, the hottest accessories, and tons of insight from Beanie Baby expert Mary Beth Sobolewski. The "Buyer's Guide" section provides details on past, present and future values of Ty and non-Ty bean bag toys. Beanie World strives to keep readers informed of the newest and hottest collectibles from such creators as Ty, Inc., Attic Treasures, Swibco, Liquid Blue, Salvino's, Warner Bros., and many more. Each issue includes pullouts and or posters. Monthly. (H&S Media, Inc.) Magazine, FC, 312pg (Note Price) $6.95 BEANS & BEARS! AUGUST 1999 Beans! is expanding its coverage to include teddy bears (owned an average of 27 years by each person ‹ now that's true love) and plushes. New features will include up-to-date information and pricing of Boyds, Attic Treasures, Gund, RUSS, Vermont Teddy Bear company, Sally Winey, and more, plus a monthly column on teddy bear shows, a monthly profile of a teddy bear collector, and other articles on a variety of teddy-bear related topics. Don't worry bean-bag fans. Beans & Bears! will not compromise its coverage on the hot bean-bag collecting hobby. You'll still 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 ³Beanie Bulletins,² ³Beanies We¹d Like to See,² ³CyberBeanies² with Internet coverage, ³Beanie Fashions and Accessories,² and much more! (Tuff Stuff) Magazine $4.99 BECKETT HOT TOYS #15 Each issue contains 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, Beckett¹s 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 BECKETT SCI-FI COLLECTOR #4 The new all-glossy, full-color monthly magazine for science-fiction collectors! Contains the latest news and most accurate pricing for the hottest collectibles in the sci-fi genre. Includes coverage of Star Wars, X-Files, Star Trek, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Spawn, Babylon 5, Xena, Lost in Space, and other popular sci-fi properties. Price guides included for action figures, collectible card games, figurines, entertainment cards, autographs, comics, and more. (Beckett Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 COLLECT! AUGUST 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 #31 The main theme for this issue will be Hammer Kits! Scheduled for this issue will be articles relating to Hammer movies and the model kits that have been created, based on Hammer movie characters. Also planned is another installment of our ongoing series ³Hobby History,² in which we take a look back to highlight some of the people, places, and events that have shaped and helped this hobby to grow. Plus our regular popular features: ³In My Opinion² (new kit and product reviews), ³Outer Letters² (reader¹s input), ³Xacto-Facto² (tips on diorama building), ³Cool New Stuff² (new products and kit releases), ³Some Assembly Required² (basic and advanced building tips), and the ³Morgue² (classified ads). (Gordy's) Magazine, 64pg, PC $5.95 TOMART¹S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #66 AFD visits the Art Asylum to get a behind-the-scenes look at a leading action figure design house which creates concepts and prototypes for several major toy companies. Also, get an advanced look at the third major release of Star Wars Episode I merchandise being released in September. Plus AFD's regular features including the Top 20 selling action figure lines, "Action News Briefs," "Star Wars Update," and other announcements. (Tomart Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOMART¹S DISNEYANA UPDATE #31 The thirty-first chapter in the history of Disney Merchandising. Disneyana visits Tokyo Disneyland and does a round-up of the 15th Anniversary merchandise, new theme park bean bags, and new merchandise from Tarzan, Disney's latest animated feature. 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 Publications) Magazine $6.00 TOY SHOP #205-206 Toy Shop offers you the only fully indexed toy and model marketplace in the hobby. Specializing in the ¹50s, ¹60s, and ¹70s, thousands of collector toys, models, dolls, and related items are for sale in the pages of Toy Shop every issue. You¹ll 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. WHITE¹S GUIDE TO COLLECTING FIGURES JULY 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 #262 Make way for The Wee Folk! The August issue of Dragon magazine proves that halflings, gnomes, and their vertically challenged brethren can measure up in any fantasy campaign, This issue presents the lowdown on the many characteristics and abilities of the puny, but plucky. Also the ARES section on the Alternity game, new magical items and player races, new fantasy fiction, and an apt crop of cartoons. Featuring an eye-catching Tony DiTerlizzi cover. (TSR) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.95 *********** Dungeon and Duelist are not listed this month. Look for them in the next issue of Previews. ************** GAMERS' REPUBLIC AUGUST 1999 Serious video game players turn to Gamers' Republic for the highest quality layout and editorial, covering the entire spectrum of electronic gaming. Gamers' Republic specializes in comprehensive, intelligent coverage of high profile PC games, games for the Nintendo 64 and Sony PlayStation, as well as extensive coverage of Sega's new 128-bit Dreamcast home console. In addition, GR also features in-depth coverage on the world of Japanese anime, and game-related movie news. Each issue also features behind-the-scenes interviews, extensive import game news and reviews, codes and tips, and much more! (Millennium Publications) Magazine, FC $5.99 SCRYE VOLUME 6 #3 One of the Bibles of the CCG industry, suitable for players of all ages and levels. Scrye gives accurate pricing information with a unique three-price system which includes a high, low, and median price. The "Mastyr Players" section includes tips, strategies, and other high-level articles on all the popular CCGs, plus check lists and player's guides. Scrye also lists an extensive tournament schedule from North America and around the world, including winner decks! Bimonthly. (Scrye, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.50 WHITE DWARF #233 Continuing coverage of your favorite fantasy games including Warhammer 40K, Dogs of War, and more with reviews, gaming tips, modeling how-tos, and rule listings. (Games Workshop) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. 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 ³Readers Write,² a forum for readers. Plus, one of the hobby¹s most reliable and relied-upon price guides for cards. (Beckett Publications) (CAUT: 4) BASEBALL (#172)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 BASKETBALL (#108)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 FOOTBALL (#112)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 HOCKEY (#105)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#59)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 SPORTS COLLECTIBLES & AUTOGRAPHS (#99)‹Magazine, FC $3.99 TUFF STUFF AUGUST 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. (Tuff Stuff) Magazine, FC $4.99 WRESTLING MAGAZINES ******************* Looking for more wrestling products? Turn to the TOYS and APPAREL sections in this month¹s Previews for tie-ins from the WCW, WWF, and other Wrestling products. ********************** Official Federation Magazines WWF MAGAZINE JULY 1999 The Official Magazine of the WWF for anyone who can smell what The Rock is cooking! Want the latest scoop on Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, and all of your favorite WWF Superstars? The background on the hottest feuds? An update of WWF news, tours, and merchandise? Then turn to the WWF, your pipeline to the World Wrestling Federation. (Titan Sports) Magazine, FC $3.99 WWF RAW MAGAZINE JULY 1999 Exploring the rawer side of the WWF. Featuring the stunts they can't show on TV, backstage info on the wrestlers, pin-ups of stars like The Undertaker, Mankind, and Sable, plus bonus provocative pin-ups of the ladies of wrestling. Hey, why should wrestlers get all the posters? So are you man enough for Raw? Officially licensed by the WWF ‹ and that¹s the bottom line! (Titan Sports) MATURE READERS Magazine, FC $3.99 ************************ For more original rough and tumble WWF action, check out the Undertaker comic from Chaos! offered in the COMICS section of this month¹s Previews. ************************ WCW MAGAZINE JUNE 1999 The official magazine of the WCW/nWo. It¹s everything you wanted to know about WCW, and more! With provocative interviews, extensive coverage of the WCW matches, spirited debates, and multiple star posters. Keep up with the exploits of Goldberg, Bret "The Hitman" Hart, and Ric Flair¹s Four Horsemen each month. It¹s more WCW than you can grapple. Monthly. (Howl, LTD) Magazine, FC $3.95 ************** RINGSIDE WRESTLING #20 The WWF has barely sorted itself out from the riot that was Wrestlemania, and already they are gearing themselves for SummerSlam! Who will come out of this pay-per-view extravaganza on top? Will it be Mr. McMahon, the evil owner; Mankind the self-mutilated geek hero; Stone Cold Steve Austin, anti-hero and bigtime mover of merchandise; or The Rock, one of the most charismatic men in sports entertainment today? Ringside Wrestling will provide their analysis. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC (Note Price) $4.99 SUPERSTAR WRESTLERS #14 Eight of the biggest superstars in pro wrestling will be featured! You'll get a fantastic three- page fold-out poster for your wall, along with an information-packed article on each. And it's all in color! You can't get a package like this from the competition. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 TV WRESTLERS #36 Continuing TV Wrestlers' ongoing analysis of the Great Monday Night War (Raw vs. Nitro). Raw is still ahead in the ratings, so what do the WCW folks in Atlanta have in mind to even things up? Plus twelve fantastic full-page, full-color pinups. With great photography of the greatest TV wrestling stars, and grappling journalism second to none! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Magazine, FC $4.99 WOW‹WORLD OF WRESTLING AUGUST 1999 Don't miss this issue of WOW! The World of Wrestling is heating up, and we are there to cover it all. Check out the hottest action photography and the most exciting coverage of the WWF, WCW, and ECW. WOW provides all event schedules and results, gossip, celebrity wrestlers, behind-the-scenes action, predictions of upcoming matches, and all the best of the women of wrestling! This oversized magazine will catch loads of attention with at least three pull-outs per issue ‹ including one 12-page monster pull-out! This is your complete source to the World of Wrestling! Bimonthly. (H&S Media, Inc.) Magazine, 144pg, FC $5.95 WRESTLING ALL STARS HEROES & VILLAINS #120 Wrestling will be hot, hot, hot in the Dog Days of summer. These days, even three rings can't hold the circus they call World Championship Wrestling. Ric Flair and Eric Bischoff are battling for control. Hollywood Hogan is trying to stay in control of the Wolfpac, despite the formidable presence of Kevin Nash and Scott Hall. Where is this headed, and who will be left when it's over? (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC (Note Price) $4.99 GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT AIRBRUSH ACTION MAY/JUNE 1999 In this special 14th Anniversary issue, Airbrush Action takes great pride in celebrating the best of the best with their annual "Airbrush Excellence Awards." Entrants from across America will be seen from the fields of commercial, industrial, automotive, and outdoor display art. Also featured are the winners of the prestigious Vargas Awards for 1999 which include Ed Big Daddy Roth (creator of Rat Fink), comedian-artist Martin Mull, Doug Johnson, Robert Grossman, David Willardson, and Roger Huyssen. Bimonthly. (SQP) Magazine $4.99 AMAZING STORIES #597 Featuring an exclusive Babylon 5 story from creator J. Michael Straczynski. Plus author Neal Barret, Jr. offers the hilarious "Ask Dr. Science" column, an irreverent look at science "and other stuff that's really hard to understand," regular columns on film, electronic games, and books, and more original and shared-world fiction. Oh...and they've got a little something for Star Wars fans, too. (WOTC) Magazine $4.95 ANIMEFANTASTIQUE #3 Is Princess Mononoke "The Greatest Anime Film Ever Made?" AnimeFantastique provides a comprehensive feature on the most eagerly awaited anime release from Hayao Miyazaki with art, insight, and exclusive interviews. Plus articles on the new South Park movie, Darkside Blues, Spawn, and Gen13. Capturing the color, excitement, and irresistible appeal of modern animation with bold graphics and edgy writing. (Cinefantastique). Magazine $5.95 BABYLON 5 VOL. 2 #13 Babylon 5 magazine continues its guide to the making of Crusade, the new Babylon 5 follow-up series with behind-the-scenes reports and cast interviews, including one with the "captain from the dark side," actor Gary Cole. Plus, news, a free poster, and up-to-the- minute exclusive columns from series creator J. Michael Straczynski and writer Fiona Avery. (Titan Magazines) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC, 68pg $5.99 BABYLON 5 VOL. 2 #14 As the new Crusade series begins, Babylon 5 magazine talks to actor David Allen Brooks who plays the manipulative Max Eilerson. Also, an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming Babylon 5 combat game from Sierra FX presented on a special cover-mounted CD (Windows only). Plus reviews, production features, and more from this definitive guide to the Babylon 5 universe. (Titan Magazines) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC, 68pg $5.99 CHILLER THEATRE #10 This issue includes features on horror flicks Mad Monster Party, Hypnotic Eye, Enemy from Space, plus a guide to visiting Transylvania in Romania. (Chiller Theatre) Magazine, b&w $5.95 CINEFANTASTIQUE VOLUME 31 #7 Go behind the scenes as Edgar Rice Burroughs' classic apeman Tarzan becomes an animated epic from Disney. It's Tarzan as you've never seen him before in the movies, the way the dynamic fantasy hero was envisioned by his creator. Coverage includes interviews with directors Kevin Lima and Chris Buck, plus the animators and effects artists. Also, a sneak peek at Fantasia 2000, director Jay Roach on the making of Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Barry Sonnenfeld on his epic big screen version of the Wild, Wild West, and continuing coverage of blockbuster Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace . (Cinefantastique) Magazine, FC $5.95 CINEFEX #78 Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace and an exclusive interview with George Lucas ‹ need they say more? From cover to cover, every article and photograph will detail the making of the long-awaited fourth installment of George Lucas' epic Star Wars saga. The Cinefex writers have spent months gathering information and interviewing over a hundred artists and technicians to bring you the full story of the most eagerly-awaited sci-fi film in Cinefex's history. Includes all the details on the new spaceships, droids, and characters (many of which were completely computer generated). Don't miss out on this collector's item. (Cinefex) Magazine, FC $8.50 CINESCAPE #41 You'll get behind-the-scenes looks at the making of Wild, Wild West and Deep Blue Sea, insider tips on the Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace and the next Star Wars prequel, and in-depth information on Mystery Men and Lost Souls. Also, the latest buzz on the latest Babylon 5 spin-off Crusade , and more than 35 previews of upcoming feature films. (M.V.P. Media Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 CULT TIMES #46 Plan the month with the ³Cult Times Out of the Box,² 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 ³Instant Guide² and review the highlights of the previous month in ³Times Past.² (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.99 CULT TIMES SPECIAL #10 Warrior Women Features and interviews covering cult TV's newest breed...Warrior Women! From the ancient world of Warrior Princess Xena through Buffy the Vampire Slayer and into the future. Plus other features and episode guides. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 DR. WHO IN-VISION #85 The Sun headlines screamed, ³Dr. Who axed in BBC plot!² But what really lay behind Michael Grade¹s decision to swing the axe? And what happened when he did? It¹s the full story of Doctor Who¹s fall, the subsequent protest campaign, and the reinstatement of Who a year later. Bimonthly. (Jeremy Bentham) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. IX #1 (Jan99) Magazine $5.50 DRACULINA #36 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Draculina Publishing) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, PC $6.95 DREAMWATCH #59 Whether your tastes lean towards Quantum Leap or Blake¹s 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 $6.95 FANGORIA #185 The horror boom continues into the late summer as a giant crocodile is on the loose in the quirky Lake Placid written by David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal, The Practice) and starring Bill Pullman and Bridget Fonda. From executive producer Steven Spielberg comes the eagerly-awaited remake of The Haunting of Hill House starring Liam Neeson and Catherine Zeta Jones, and the Headless Horseman lives in Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow written by Andrew Kevin Walker (Seven) and starring Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci. Plus, Deep Blue Sea with Samuel Jackson and L.L. Cool J., and Lost Souls with Winona Ryder and Ben Chaplin. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $5.99 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 8 #1 Forget press clips and PR friendly interviews. What really went on behind the scenes of the original Star Wars trilogy? Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia) offers a very candid chronicle including her casting, the other candidates for the Leia role, and a disgruntled Harrison Ford ad-libbing the series best-known line. Plus Tracy Scoggins reviews her career from Dynasty and Alien Intruder to Lois and Clark and Babylon 5, Australian actress Jacqueline McKenzie recalls production of Deep Blue Sea, an in-depth directory of web sites devoted to your favorite femme fatales, and more. (Cinefantastique) MATURE READERS Magazine $5.95 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 8 #2 The sultry vampiress of fantasy cinema, Denise Duff (Subspecies) offers behind-the-scenes insight on her femme fatale legacy and some racy stories on past films. She's not only effortlessly sexy, but wickedly funny. Then the alluring Ashley Laurence (Hellraiser, The Lurking Fear) discusses her career and her latest project, Warlock 3; Cesar award-winning French actress Emanuelle Beart discusses her latest film; and former "bad girl" Julie Michaels (Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday) discusses her career as a stuntwoman (Batman & Robin, Titanic) including her current gig doubling for Pamela Sue Anderson. (Cinefantastique) MATURE READERS Magazine $5.95 FORTEAN TIMES #124 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 JUXTAPOZ JULY/AUGUST 1999 Each issue, Juxtapoz examines the rich and varied world of popular art from photography and graphitti to essays on great artists and traditional arts around the world. (High Speed Productions) Magazine $4.95 LOCUS #461 The science-fiction and fantasy community¹s 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 #7 Perfect Blue is poised to blow the socks off the film world, but only Manga Max snagged an interview with director Satoshi Kon, and will give you a sneak peek into the follow-up novel, currently available only in Japanese. Also, Women's Wrestling Japanese style and the incredible connections it has to anime. Plus Takegami: Guardian of Darkness hits the U.K. with a take of schoolgirl possession, and more of the latest news, reviews, and gossip from the Land of the Rising Sun. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 ************* For more anime action and news, turn to Pulp, Animerica, and Animerica Extra listed each month in the Viz Communications listings of the COMICS section of this month's Previews. ************** OUTRÉ #17 Master comics artist Neal Adams tells all in an exclusive OUTRÉ interview. Also in this issue, former teen icon Shelley Fabares talks about working with Donna Reed and Elvis; a profile of Invasion of the Body Snatchers author Jack Finney; illustrated poetry by Ken Nordine, and more features, reviews, and leisure-time surprises from the Absolute Ground Zero of American Retro-Pop Culture! (Filmfax) Magazine $5.95 PENTHOUSE SEPTEMBER 1999 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Penthouse) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $5.99 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Warner) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of the United States and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL MAGAZINE (AUG)‹Magazine $4.95 PRESENTS (AUG/SEP)‹Magazine $6.95 PRIVATE COLLECTION #13‹Magazine $6.95 PREMIERE AUGUST 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 PROTOCULTURE ADDICTS #56 This issue will feature articles on Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, Magic Knight Rayearth 2 (the first series will be released in '99 by Media Blasters), and the new TV series of Record of Lodoss Wars (to be released in '99 by U.S. Manga Corps). Plus, short overviews of recent anime shows ("Anime Stories"), the usual "Anime World" articles, reviews of the latest Anime videos, books, CDs, Manga, live-action movies, and model kits to help you choose what to buy, and the latest news to know what is really going on in Japanese animation & manga! 8 pages in color! (Protoculture) Magazine, 64pg, PC $4.95 ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE #815 Rolling Stone, the authoritative voice on popular culture, speaks on music, movies, video, television, and social trends through irreverent journalism, bold photography, and cutting- edge design! Biweekly. (Straight Arrow Publishers) Magazine $3.00 ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE #816-817 SUMMER DOUBLE ISSUE Special squarebound double issue of Rolling Stone. (Straight Arrow Publishers) Magazine (Note Price) $4.95 SCI-FI & FANTASY MODELS INTERNATIONAL #37 Red Dwarf VIII ‹ major, exclusive coverage of the effects and miniatures for the new series; an interview with Global FX, makers of spacesuits for blockbuster movies; a special article on Star Trek hand props by the model makers who provide them for the series; a Deep Space Nine Runabout lighting conversion project; Gerry Anderson's UFO cars tracked down; a feature on a new video covering props, models, puppets, costumes, designs, and locations from the series of Gerry Anderson; kit reviews including The Black Beauty, ABC Warrior busts, and the Psycho House; plus FX stories, kit reviews, FX/kit/collectibles news, and much more! (Next Millennium) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.50 SCI-FI TEEN #7 Continuing coverage of Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace with an interview from Jedi Master Liam Neeson, who also talks about the upcoming Haunting of House Hill. This issue will also include an in-depth look at the third season of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and upcoming Buffy books. Then, Jean-Claude Van Damme returns for Universal Soldier II where he will face a legion of cybernetic enemies led by Michael Jai White (Spawn) and superstar wrestler Goldberg. Plus Lake Placid written by David E. Kelley (Ally McBeal) and starring Bill Pullman, Bridget Fonda, and Oliver Platt. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $3.99 SCREEN QUEENS ILLUSTRATED #3 Includes a talk with Gillian Anderson. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Market Square) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 68pg $6.95 SFX #54 The smashing, spirited sci-fi magazine from Britain. This magazine asks and answers the burning questions on all sci-fi fans¹ minds. Things like: What¹s really going to happen in the new Star Wars trilogy? Why has the Star Wars Holiday Special never been rebroadcast? Is 1980¹s Flash Gordon a noble failure or just plain awful? Which child genius is more annoying than Wesley Chrusher? And, oh yes, there¹s late-breaking news, in-depth interviews, behind-the-scenes reports, multi-media reviews (books, comics, games, videos, TV), and much more. What more could a sci-fi fan want? (Future Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.20Ea. SHE #12 The queen of kung-fu Angela Mao! Japanese b-movies! Anime Action and tons more! The editor now lives in Japan and the coverage is more intense and up to date than ever before! Full-color cover and centerfold! (Draculina Publishing) MATURE READERS Magazine, b&w $4.95 SHIVERS #67 The new Summer Horrors including the latest from Hollywood. Also, a look back at the Nightmare from Elm Street and an examination of dream stalker Freddy Krueger, and more fun from the Horrors of Hammer in Frankenstein Created Woman. Plus, a review of episodes from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, a preview of the upcoming Angel series, and the ³Pitt of Horror² from witty Horror Queen Ingrid Pitt. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 SPECTRUM #18 Hail to the King, baby! Actor/director Bruce Campbell talks at length about his work as Autolycus on Hercules and Xena, the X-Files, Homicide, American Gothic, and much more. Plus insightful articles and reviews from the worlds of film, comics, and cult TV including Homicide: Life on the Street. (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine $4.95 SPFX #8 This issue includes an interview with effects master Phil Tippett of Tippett Studios; an interview with Mala Powers and William Alland, stars of the SF film classic The Colossus of New York; an interview with Dee Wallace Stone, star of E.T. and The Howling; coverage of Disney's new Mighty Joe Young, and much more! (Special Effects Magazine) Magazine $6.00 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #123 This is the big Deep Space Nine farewell issue! In this issue you will glean insights and comments from the cast, the writers, the producers, and the designers! You¹ll also get all the news about our mail/on-line members poll of all time Deep Space Nine favorite episodes! In addition, meet the winners of the second ³Strange New Worlds² Star Trek amateur writing collection from Pocket Books! And much, much more! (Star Trek Fan Club) Magazine, FC $4.50 STARBURST #251 Starburst explores the acclaimed new SF movie Matrix starring Keanu Reeves, plus the debut of the Babylon 5 spin-off Crusade, more on Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace , and all the regular news, reviews, and features from the world of science fiction entertainment. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC (Note Price) $4.99 STARLOG #265 Make way for Wild, Wild West. James Bond meets Jules Verne and Jesse James in this big-budget sci-fi Western blockbuster based on the 1960s TV series and starring Will Smith, Kevin Kline, Kenneth Branagh, and Salma Hayak, and directed by Barry Sonnenfeld (Men in Black). Also meet the voice of Disney's Tarzan Tony Goldwyn; Jean- Claude Van Damme explains why he's back for the Universal Soldier prequel; and visits to the set of TV's new Crusade series and Deep Blue Sea (fondly known as "Jurassic Shark"), and more. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 TOON MAGAZINE #19 In this issue: a cover and feature article on Disney's summer release, Tarzan; a look at Mike Myer's Austin Powers live-action sequel and upcoming animated series; a look at the WB's hit series, Batman Beyond; and all the latest animation news! (Black Bear Press) Magazine, 64pg, PC $5.95 TV ZONE #116 The World¹s 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 readers¹ questions in ³Memory Alpha,² along with regular news, reviews and interviews. Perfect-bound with spine. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 WHITES GUIDE TO THE MOVIES #8 A monthly magazine geared to serious movie fans. Character-based reviews offer inside perspectives; revolutionary ³box office scores² give you complete movie info at your fingertips; and a fantasy movie game allows readers to pick their own ³teams² of Hollywood talent and compete against each other. Plus, scoops, news, quotes, and more. (Collecting Concepts) Magazine, 96pg $4.99 WRAPPED IN PLASTIC #41 The world¹s longest-running Twin Peaks/David Lynch magazine examines the similarities between the work of Lynch and Australian director Peter Weir (The Truman Show), especially between Twin Peaks and Weir's Picnic at Hanging Rock. Plus the latest news, reviews, and X-Files news. (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, b&w $4.50 XPOSÉ #36 As the sixth season of the X-Files draws to a close, Xposé looks into this pivotal year of the Chris Carter franchise. Plus all the latest on top cult movies and TV shows including Buffy, Xena, Hercules, The Pretender, Millennium, and Earth: Final Conflict. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 XPOSÉ SPECIAL #8 Celebrating a summer of fantastic movies including Austin Powers 2, Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace, The Mummy, and Wild, Wild West. Also the best in fantastic TV including Buffy the Vampire Slayer and The X-Files. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 BOOKS SECTION ANIME PRINCESS MONONOKE TPB This book coincides with the American release of The Princess Mononoke this summer! This gorgeously animated film is the brainchild of Hayao Miyazaki, one of Japan's most acclaimed directors ‹ and is Japan's most successful film ever, breaking the attendance records previously set by E.T. This lavishly illustrated volume tells the story behind the making of the film, and reveals the secrets behind anime. (Warner) (0-786883-85-5) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 224pg, FC $19.95 MAIDENS: THE ART OF MICHAEL MOORE VOLUME 1 This project has been a long-time labor of love for Moore, as he's been busy assembling all-new illustrations of his favorite subject matter ‹ awesomely gorgeous women ‹ into this very special collection. Behold a truly inspiring gallery of fantasy femmes at their most alluring from the mind of Michael Moore. We think you'll thoroughly enjoy the experience. (SQP) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC $9.95 ART BOOKS NIGHT DREAMS ILLUSTRATIONS OF FEMININE MYSTIQUE The artists Paco Diaz and Rafa Lopez attempt to discover what power women hold over men, as they portray "the weaker sex" in a variety of roles and poses. From super-hero to naughty minx, all the guises girls wear to liquidate our minds will be on display for discussion and decoration! (SQP) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC $5.95 BABE ZONE BAYWATCH RESCUE OF A LIFETIME HC by Gregory J. Bonann & Brad Alan Lewis The show's executive producer tells the complete, uncut, behind-the-scenes story of sun, surf, tanned lifeguards, and beautiful beach babes. Packed with photos of the stars at work and play, this tell-all features Pamela Anderson's "stripped-down" audition, Gena Lee Nolin's fear of the camera, and more. Includes 150 b&w and color photos. (General Publishing Group) (1-575441-22-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 208pg $29.95 PLAYMATE BOOK 5: DECADES OF CENTERFOLDS TPB by Gretchen Edgren SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (General Publishing Group) (1- 575441-28-4) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL TPB, 384pg $24.95 COLLECTING GI JOE IDENTIFICATION AND PRICE GUIDE 1964 TO 1998 by Vincent Santelmo A comprehensive look at nearly every GI Joe figure produced from 1964-1998. Each figure has values for the doll itself, along with values for every accessory it came with. These accessories themselves are very valuable! Superbly illustrated in color, each item is easy to identify. (Krause Publications) (0-873417-79-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 208pg, FC $25.95 OFFICIAL PRICE GUIDE TO COLLECTIBLE CARD GAMES FIRST EDITION by Timothy Brown & Tony Lee Contains all facts and figures on the tens of thousands of cards produced by major companies, including Wizards of the Coast, U.S. Games Systems, Heartbreaker Hobbies, Columbia Games, and Thunder Castle Games. Its comprehensive listings cover everything from starter and tournament decks, booster pack collections, and ultra-rare promotional cards to movie, TV, book, and game spin-off cards such as The Crow, Xena: Warrior Princess, Highlander, Mortal Kombat, and Imajica. More than 40,000 prices listed. (Ballantine) (0-676601-45-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 576pg $17.95 UFO AND ALIEN COLLECTIBLES PRICE GUIDE by Dana Cain This is the first guide to tackle this subject, covering everything from Japan-made tin space ships of the 1950s and 1960s to the latest Roswell collectibles. Includes memorabilia from movies such as E.T., Independence Day, Men In Black, and TV shows such as My Favorite Martian, The X-Files, and Third Rock from the Sun. Features an 8-page color section and 400 b&w photos. (Krause Publications) (0-873416-90-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 160pg, FC $19.95 ANIMATED/COMICS/CARTOONS ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMATED CARTOONS SECOND EDITION by Jeff Lenburg With a foreword by June Foray (the voice behind "Granny" and "Rocky the Squirrel"), more than 150 illustrations, and a nutshell history of American animation, this home reference details every cartoon and character ever created, from the provocative Betty Boop to the many creations of Mel Blanc for Warner Brothers. Includes more than 2,200 entries, with a 16-page full-color insert and 150 b&w photos. (Facts on File Publications) (0- 816038-32-5) (CAUT: 4) PB, 512pg, PC $24.95 FROM GIRLS TO GRRRLZ TPB by Trina Robbins Pop culture fans will delight in Robbins' chronological commentary (with attitude) on the authors, artists, trends, and sassy, brassy characters featured in comic books for the last half century. Meet the bubble-headed bombshells of the 40s, the love-lorn ladies of the 50s, the wimmin libbers of the 70s, and the grrrowling grrrlz of today. Trina's commentary is paired with a ton of rare comic book art pulled from the best girl comics since World War II. Includes 150 color and 30 b&w images. (Chronicle Books) (0- 811821-99-4) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 144pg $17.95 ******************* Look for Hamster Press in the Comics section of Previews. Check out The Eye in his first new story in 30 years! ******************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A GOLDEN AGE OF COMIC FANDOM by Bill Schelly This book-length history of Comic Fandom's early years was nominated for an Eisner Award in 1996, and now returns in revised and expanded form. Includes 40 extra pages, an 8-page color insert, and a brand-new cover by Michael Gilbert. Schelly's fascinating text tells how it all began in the 1960s: the fanzines, the dealers, the Comic Cons. Also included are over 75 photos, almost 200 gorgeous illustrations by Steve Ditko, Jim Starlin, Jim Steranko, Dave Stevens, R. Crumb, Bernie Wrightson, and an introduction by former editor-in-chief at Marvel Comics, Roy Thomas. (Hamster Press) TPB, 8x11, 184pg, b&w $14.95 *************** PEANUTS TREASURIES Good grief, Charlie Brown! Are these really the first new Peanuts Treasuries of daily comic strips to appear since 1995? And the first time the daily newspaper strips from 1991 to 1994 have ever been collected in book form? Yes! It's all true. Get 'em while they're hot. (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 4) DOGS ARE WORTH IT (0-061075-63-9)‹SC $7.95 I TOLD YOU SO BLOCKHEAD (0-061075-62-0)‹SC $7.95 NOW THAT'S PROFOUND (0-061075-61-2)‹SC $7.95 THE WORLD IS FILLED WITH MONDAYS (0-061075-64-7)‹SC $7.95 TRUE STORY OF A TEENAGE SINGLE MOM HC The best book of 1998, according to Entertainment Weekly. An unforgettable book from a mother who wants to provide information to other young Moms who often miss out on such simple things as high school guidance counseling. Done in a comic form, this book chronicles our heroine's struggle to overcome abuse, and choose hope, faith, and the possibilities of her great expectations. (Warner) (0-786864-20-6) (CAUT: 4) HC, b&w $16.00 DISNEY REMEMBERING WALT HC by Amy & Howard Green In this collection of remembrances, more than one hundred people recall the ways their lives were touched by this complex, remarkable man: animators who trained under him; directors inspired by his vision; actors who sought him out for advice and support; and family members who knew him best of all. Illustrated with rare color and b&w photographs, this is an intimate portrait of Walt Disney, created by people who were fortunate enough to call him a friend. (Warner) (0-786863-48-X) (CAUT: 4) HC, 224pg $29.95 TARZAN CHRONICLES HC by Howard E. Green This vibrant companion book records the making of the Disney movie which is scheduled for release in June 1999. Features rare insights into the animation process and thoughtful diary excerpts from many of the key players, including composer Phil Collins. Illustrated with photographs throughout, this colorful hardcover takes you through the action off-camera with scene stills that will both intrigue and delight readers. (Warner) (0-786864- 03-6) (CAUT: 4) HC, 192pg, FC $50.00 TARZAN POSTCARD BOOK Captured in high-quality detail, these colorful photographs that capture thirty memorable scenes are sure to delight animation buffs, Disney lovers, and Tarzan's many new friends. (Warner) (0-786884-19-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 72pg, FC $9.95 TARZAN SPECIAL COLLECTORS EDITION HC by Russell Schroeder & Victoria Saxon From story and character development to music and animation, this book is filled with vibrant illustrations and text that reveal the fascinating process of producing a full-length animated film. Divided into three parts, the book opens with a retelling of Disney's Tarzan. The book includes background information on Edgar Rice Burroughs, and concludes with a look at how the film was produced. (Warner) (0-786832-21-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 72pg, FC $15.99 FANTASY/SCI-FI OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE ESSENTIAL ELLISON Edited by Terry Dowling et al "The dark Prince of American letters" lets it all hang out in this 35-year literary retrospective, encompassing fiction, essays, personal reminiscences, reviews, photos, a full-length teleplay, and more. Includes such classic tales as "Repent, Harlequin!" Said the Ticktockman, A Boy and his Dog, The Deathbird, and many others, all penned by the wordsmith whom The L. A. Times has deemed "The 20th Century Lewis Carroll." A must for sci-fi bibliophiles and Ellison fans, wanna-bes, and worshippers. (Morpheus International) (0-9623447-4-5) SC, 1000+pg $19.95 ********** SOMETHING LUMBER THIS WAY COMES SIGNED LIMITED HC by Joe R. Lansdale A new children's book which was inspired by (and takes place on the scene of) the classic horror novel The Nightrunners. Features numerous full-page illustrations. Limited to 500 signed and numbered hardcover copies. (Subterranean Press) (1-892284-33-2) (CAUT: 4) HC $30.00 ULTIMATE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF FANTASY HC Foreword by Terry Pratchett! Headed by renowned fantasy and sci-fi editor/scholar David Pringle, this book looks at the characters, worlds, and people that make up the field through books, magazines, films, television, and games. This book's entries trace fantasy and sci-fi from its origins and earliest roots to the rich variety of modern forms. Fully indexed, this tome contains a wealth of informative facts and fascinating background, as well as 150 color and 30 b&w photos and illustrations. (Overlook Press) (0-879519-37-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, PC $35.00 WALTZ OF SHADOWS LIMITED HC A Novel of Suspense by Joe R. Lansdale The longest novel from the author of The Two Bear Mambo, Rumble Tumble, the cult classic The Nightrunners, contributor to Batman: The Animated Series, and writer of the most recent incarnation of Jonah Hex. Originally written seven years ago, then shelved, Joe has revised this novel for its first publication in an exclusive signed and numbered edition. Limited to 750 copies. (Subterranean Press) (1-892284-29-4) (CAUT: 4) HC $50.00 GAMES POKEMON TRADING CARD GAME GUIDE TPB Includes full-color reproductions of all 150 cards from the basic set and the first expansion set, Jungle. In addition, this book contains strategies for using each card, deck-building tips, rules for playing with more than two players, advice on card collecting, as well as an introduction to the world of Pokémon. (Publishers Group West) (1-560252-37-5) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 144pg $11.95 HOW-TO HOW TO DRAW BODACIOUS BAD BABES TPB by Frank McLaughlin & Mike Gold While this book focuses on drawing the female form, it is an excellent introduction to figure drawing of all sorts. Frank McLaughlin and Mike Gold ‹ luminaries in the world of comics ‹ teach techniques understandable to anyone about the difference between drawing the good girl and that bodacious bad babe of your dreams. (St. Martins Press) (1-580630- 68-5) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 144pg, FC $19.95 MOVIES AMC CLASSIC MOVIE COMPANION From the people at the American Movie Classics comes a companion that provides a new way of discovering the movies with a collection of over 4,500 films made between 1929 and 1979 and a treasury of other features. In addition to the individual film entries containing credits, ratings, running times, and synopses, the book includes filmographies of stars and directors; lists of Oscar winners; and more! Includes 100 b&w photos. (Warner) (0-786883-94-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 720pg $19.95 AUSTIN POWERS: HOW TO BE AN INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTERY by Michael McCullers All the tips you should know for his upcoming sequel! The ultimate how-to guide for groove-seeking missiles like yourself who wish to fight Evil (as in Dr. Evil), uphold Freedom (as in Free Love), and swing with the Birds (as in Chicks). Even if you don't know the difference between "jobblies" and "choppers"...don't have a thrombo! With Austin Powers' sure-fire tips, any randy cat can switch on and shag like a pro, baby! Black-and-white photographs throughout. (Putnam Publishing Group) (1-572973-17-X) SC, 101pg $10.00 CELLULOID MAVERICKS TPB by Greg Merritt This book ‹ illustrated with 50 black-and-white photographs ‹ shows what it meant to be an "independent" filmmaker in the 1930s, and what it means today. Merritt distinguishes between indie and semi-indie productions, explores the genres represented under the independent umbrella, and addresses the question of what makes a movie independent ‹ it's "spirit," or the budget backing its production. (Publishers Group West) (1-560252-32- 4) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 416pg $18.95 I AM JACKIE CHAN MMPB by Jackie Chan w/Jeff Yang The superstar of comic/action cinema tells the thrilling, touching, fascinating story of his early life, learning his art, and his rise to movie mega-fame. (Ballantine) (0-345429-13-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB $6.99 MEN IN BLACK GREEN SALIVA BLUES MMPB by Dean Wesley Smith Cistena and Autropur are a happy alien couple. They and 206 of their closest friends and relatives have come to Earth on a dinner cruise. They look just like the beautiful Flowering Plum Tree, and are primed to feast: on dogs, cats, pigeons, and people. Now, MIB agents Jay and Elle have a carnivorous catastrophe on their hands. (Bantam) (0-553577-68-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $5.99 WILD WILD WEST MOVIE NOVELIZATION MMPB by Bruce Bethke The year is 1869, and President Ulysses S. Grant is forging a brave new frontier in post- Civil War America. To combat espionage on the western front, he retains a brash and headstrong undercover agent, Army Captain James T. West, who is paired up with inventor and master of disguise, Artemus Gordon. Together they must track down the one man who is secretly building the military might of the south: Arliss Loveless, who is determined to rule the United States ‹ or destroy it in the process. Includes 8-page color insert. (Warner) (0-446607-67-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 256pg $6.99 POP CULTURE NEWS FROM THE EDGE: VAMPIRES OF VERMONT MMPB by Mark Sumner Global Query ace reporter Savvy McKinnon is in Vermont to verify the existence of Count Yorga, an alleged nosferatu. While conducting her "interview with the vampire," the supposed immortal drops dead ‹ after biting her on the arm! Now Savvy feels tired, pale, and sensitive to the sun, and she has to find out the truth behind the Count's fiction before she becomes a Global Query headline! (Putnam) (0-441006-28-0) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 208pg $5.99 UFO USA TRAVEL GUIDE Here's the first guide to every important UFO-related destination in the country. Organized by state, it list sites of alleged landings, crashes, fly-bys, abductions, and such unexplained phenomena as mysterious lights, crop circles, and cattle mutilations. Maps, illustrations, and photographs preview the highlights of each destination. Perfect for armchair travelers hungry for a new kind of odyssey, as well as for those in search of their own close encounter. Black-and-white photos throughout. (Warner) (0-786883-96-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 176pg $12.95 TIMOTHY LEARY THE DELICIOUS GRACE OF MOVING ONE'S HAND TPB by Timothy Leary Published for the first time, writings on the link between sexuality and the mind by counterculture guru Timothy Leary. Includes the author's personal accounts of taking acid, and his sexual escapades with the rich and famous. Learn to improve your navigational control over your pleasure cruises. Includes b&w and color photos. (1-560251-81-6) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS TPB, 275pg $13.95 STAR TREK BIOLOGY OF STAR TREK TPB by Robert Jenkins, M.D., Ph.D., & Susan Jenkins, M.D. The authors ‹ scientists and Star Trek fans ‹ use the phenomenally popular Star Trek universe to examine some of science's hottest topics. Why do Ferengi have such bad teeth? What might have resulted from Captain Kirk's trysts with alien species? (Harper Collins) (0-060929-24-3) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 224pg $13.00 MEANING OF STAR TREK TPB by Thomas Richards This book captures the essence of Star Trek by examining it in the context of literary and social history, anthropology, myth, and religion. Study how Trek grew from the tradition of great science-fiction writing; how the history of the show's Federation reconfigures our own; how its tales of magic, marvel, and miracles appeal to our sense and suspicion of Western religion. (Bantam) (0-385484-39-9) (CAUT: 4) TPB $12.95 STAR TREK: SPOCK MUST DIE! MMPB by James Blish When a transporter experiment goes horribly awry, suddenly there are two Mr. Spocks! One is the true First Officer of the Enterprise. The other is his complete opposite, a traitor whose very existence poses a grave threat to the crew, the ship, and the Federation itself. One of the Spocks must die. But which one? (Bantam) (0-553246-34-8) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 128pg $5.50 STAR WARS STAR WARS: I JEDI MMPB by Michael A. Stackpole This novel plunges readers deeper into the mysterious world of the Jedi than ever allowed: their training, their powers, and their souls. A secret cadre of pirates has banded together, posing a very real threat to the fragile New Republic ‹ and becoming a living nightmare to the only man who can stop them: Luke Skywalker. (Bantam) (0-553578-73-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 608pg $5.99 STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE EYEWITNESS VISUAL DICTIONARY The world famous visual style that brought you Star Wars through the Lucasfilm archives is now back to bring you The Phantom Menace. Annotated photos ‹ supported by stills from the films ‹ explain every important feature of characters, creatures, costumes, droids, and more. (DK Publishing) (CAUT: 4) HC, 64pg $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH STAR WARS: THE VISUAL DICTIONARY HC The Ultimate Guide to Star Wars Characters and Creatures This independent companion volume to Star Wars Incredible Cross-Sections focuses on the characters, equipment, weaponry, and creatures of the Star Wars series, offering basic information and the smallest details about the saga's best-known characters, and their equipment, in a lively format. This is one encyclopedia the kids won't want to put down! (DK Publishing) (0-7894-3481-4) (STAR08697) HC, 10x12, 64pg, FC $19.95 STAR WARS: ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO DROIDS by Daniel Wallace This comprehensive guide surveys all the myriad models and classes from the lowliest drone ships to the most sophisticated humanoid automatons. Discover the evolution of the R-series; learn the curious history of the MSE-6 "mouse" droids; explore the workings of the malevolent Shadow Droids; and more. Whatever its form or function, if it's a droid, you'll find the definitive data on its development, history, and technology in this ultimate owner's manual. (Ballantine) (STAR08850) (0-345420-67-5) SC $18.95 STAR WARS: INCREDIBLE CROSS-SECTIONS HC The Ultimate Guide to Star Wars Vehicles and Spacecraft by Reynolds, Jenssen & Chasemore The company famous for creating some of the world's finest and most detailed visual encyclopedias brings its talents to the Star Wars Universe with three-dimensional examinations of 13 vehicles made famous in the original film trilogy. From the smallest X- Wing Fighter to the colossal Death Star, this book contains exhaustively rendered cross- sections that show the tiniest inner workings of these spacefaring creations with exploded views, and in colorful detail. Created under the direction of Lucas Licensing, and utilizing items from Skywalker Ranch, this is the guide to getting around in the most exciting galaxy in movie history. (0-7894-3480-6) (DK Publishing) (CAUT: 4) HC, 11x14, 32pg, FC $19.95 ************************ SUPER-HEROES DAREDEVIL THE CUTTING EDGE MMPB by Madeline E. Robins A mysterious marauder called "The Cutter" is murdering innocent people in Hell's Kitchen ‹ Daredevil's turf. But the man without fear may find that this is a foe he cannot face, for the Cutter has been enhanced by a revolutionary new procedure that makes him immune to Daredevil's superhuman senses. (Putnam) (0-425169-38-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 272 $6.50 GEN13 NETHERWAR MMPB by Christopher Goiden & Jeff Marriotte Five teenagers brought together by the covert ops organization I/O to be the next generation of super-powered operatives. Unwilling to be I/O's pawns, the Gen team escapes their chains with the help of renegade I/O agent John Lynch. Now they must stop their creators from gaining access to the demonic power of the Hellgate. (Putnam) (0441006213) (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $5.99 X-MEN AVENGERS GAMMA QUEST BOOK MMPB by Greg Cox The X-Men and the Avengers must put aside their differences and join forces against the Leader, the gamma-powered evil genius who has already abducted one Avenger and two X-Men as part of his latest world-shattering plan. (Putnam) (0-425169-73-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $6.99 TUBE BABYLON 5: FINAL RECKONING MMPB by J. Gregory Keys In the stunning finale to the Psi Corps trilogy, the Corps' ruthless commander, Alfred Bester, watches as the monstrous telepathic police force he built is toppled by a new resistance movement. (Ballantine) (0-345427-17-3) (CAUT: 4) SC $5.99 DO YOU REMEMBER TV TPB by Michael Gitter & Sylvie Anapol This book resuscitates the most vivid moments of our couch-potato youth with 144 pages crammed full of television tidbits from the late 50s, 60s, 70s, and early 80s. Take a technicolor journey back to the days when cable and satellite were science fiction ‹ and the boob tube had three channels. Color photos throughout. (Chronicle Books) (0-811823-05- 9) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 144pg $10.95 SPEEDING BULLET The Life and Bizarre Death of George Reeves by Jan Alan Henderson The questions regarding his death have remained unanswered in the minds of many for forty years. It has caused people to want to learn about George Reeves' childhood in Iowa, to his theatrical career in Hollywood, to his starring role in the Superman television series. Here is the amazing story in full detail. (0-961959-64-9) (CAUT: 4) SC $19.95 X-FILES YOUNG ADULTS VOLUME 11 HOWLERS MMPB Mulder recognizes photos as "thoughtographs" ‹ a killer's dark, twisted thoughts projected onto film. As the investigation gets closer and closer to finding the killer, Mulder is shocked to see the next thoughtograph develop: a frightening photo of his partner, Agent Scully. (Harper Collins) (0-064471-85-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 144pg $4.50 VAMPIRE ******************* Look for other White Wolf products in the Games section of Previews. ******************* CLAN NOVEL SETITE MMPB by Kathleen Ryan The enigmatic Setite Hesha's quest for knowledge and treasures takes him from North America to Calcutta. But not before finding a surprising ally in a mortal woman and dealing with the disappearance of his agent, Vegel, shortly after the Summer Solstice party in Atlanta. What Hesha finds in India is crucial to the culmination of this series. (White Wolf Publishing) (1-56504-8-04-0) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $5.99 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE SETITE T-SHIRTS Corresponding with the release of the Clan Novel series, these black t-shirts are high- quality Fruit of the Loom attire ‹ and totally boss! (White Wolf Publishing) (CAUT: 4) LG (WW5859) $19.95 XL (WW5860) $19.95 XXL (WW5861) $22.95 CALENDARS SECTION ANIMATION, COMICS, & CARTOONS Matt Groening: The Simpsons & Life in Hell THE QUOTABLE BART 2000 366-DAY CALENDAR The human condition, the meaning of life, the nature of the universe ‹ it's all here in the musings of one of the 20th century's greatest philosophers...Bart Simpson, the Sage of Springfield. Loaded with chalkboard premises, telephone pranks, notable quotables, it's a complete year of the best of Bart Simpson. Note to Parents: Do not, repeat, do not allow your children to take Bart's advice. Each page measures 5 3/8" x 4 1/4". (0061075779) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 5x4 $14.99 THE SIMPSONS DAY IN THE LIFE OF SPRINGFIELD 2000 WALL CALENDAR One day so full of fun, it'll take you a year to get through it! Meet the residents of Springfield‹ unfairly dubbed "America's crudbucket" ‹ and judge for yourself as you witness the people of this humble hamlet at work and play, both day and night. Drop in at the local tavern or one of the town's many fine eateries. Rest a while at one of Springfield's two-star hotels, or shop at the attractive shoreline strip mall. And don't forget to check out one of the many garage sales, where a great deal on a Parcheesi set is always available. Each page measures 12" x 12". (0061075809) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12 $14.99 FUTURAMA 2000 CALENDAR Step into the 21st century ‹ the Simpsons way with this full-color 12-month 12" x 12 calendar. (0061073717) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $14.99 SCHOOL IS HELL 1999-2000 STUDENT PLANNER It's important to track every detail of your school years so you can have something to take to your therapist. This handy Student Planner lets you track it all ‹ day by day, month by month, grade by grade. There's even space for detention-inducing doodles and phone numbers to the popular kids, and best of all, other Life In Hell drones to share your pain with. Don't let another excruciating pain-filled trauma go by unrecorded! Measures 7" x 9" with 144 pages. Spiral Bound. (0768336414) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x9, 144pg $10.95 LIFE IS HELL 12-MONTH 2000 FUN WALL CALENDAR Spend a year in Hell with Matt Groening, Binky, Bongo, Akbar & Jeff, and the rest of the Life in Hell-ers. Featuring classic Life in Hell comic strips, puzzling philosophical questions, great dates in Life in Hell history, famous people's birthdays, and trivial, yet significant, recommendations on how to enrich your life. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0768334322) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12 $11.95 *************** MUTTS 2000 WALL CALENDAR The classic clean lines of Mutts have earned it the National Cartoonist Society's Best Comics Strip of the Year Award, and now Mutts appears in 400 daily newspapers. Enjoy twelve months of Earl the dog and Mooch the cat as the frolic about the neighborhood seeking snacks and squirrels, but usually finding mischief and mayhem. (0836219430) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 13x11 $10.99 MTV'S BEAVIS AND BUTT-HEAD "MASTERPIECES" 12-MONTH 2000 WALL CALENDAR The enfant terribles of the MTV cinema pay their unique homage to some of the greatest art works. Don't miss your chance for Beavis & Butt-Head to guide you through the great Masterpieces of Europe. Your parents and teachers will thank you for it. Each page measures approximately 12" x 11 3/8." (DDD2442800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12 $12.99 INTO THE MILLENNIUM WITH BETTY BOOP 2000 WALL CALENDAR Betty is turning 70 in 2000 (she doesn't look a day over 21!), but her star still shines brightly around the world. Enter the new millennium with the spunky "boop boop a doop" attitude only Betty has. (DDD1232800) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11 $12.99 South Park SOUTH PARK STUDENT PLANNER Don't let alien probes or the chicken pox upset your daily routine. With this neato South Park student planner, you can record your future plans both weekly and monthly while waiting for the bus. Also includes an address list, spelling list, Periodic table, common math formulas, and, of course, your pals from South Park. "Cool, Dude!" Measures 7" x 9" with 144 pages. Spiral Bound. (0768336422) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x9 $10.95 SOUTH PARK 16-MONTH 2000 WALL CALENDAR Sixteen months of South Park death, destruction, history lessons, school lunches, and politically incorrect hilarity. Will your system be able to handle it, or will you join Kenny at the Big Bus Stop in the sky? (DDD1872800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11 $12.99 SOUTH PARK 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR Your daily fix of the cruelly twisted universe that is South Park. With demented strips featuring Cartman, Kenny, Kyle, Stan, and the other South Park, CO citizens, it'll brighten each and every work day! (LMB1160000) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar $11.99 *********************** KING OF THE HILL 2000 WALL CALENDAR The breakthrough animated series of the late 90s gets its own calendar. Each full-color page features images of Hank and his brood and fun trivia facts about the King of the Hill show. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (LML4061000) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $11.99 WALLACE AND GROMIT 2000 WALL CALENDAR A full year of chaos and fun from the Oscar-winning claymation series. Each month features a still from the classic Wallace & Gromit adventures including A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, and A Close Shave. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12." (0737100869) (Portal Publications) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12 $12.95 CURIOUS GEORGE 2000 WALL CALENDAR & POSTER Comes with a bonus poster! His legacy is long, and his fan base is strong. He's Curious George, and he's been charming children and adults for generations. Enjoy him all year long with this lovely full-color 16-month calendar. Each page measures 12" x 11 3/8" (DDD1702800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11 $12.99 Looney Tunes LOONEY TUNES 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR Featuring a full-color still on every page! Who knows if your calendar software will be up on Jan. 2, 2000? Better be prepared with a full-color Looney Tunes calendar. You'll rest easier knowing that Wil E. Coyote will not catch Road Runner, Bugs Bunny will still say "What's up Doc?," and Pepe LePew will still fail to get the girl. A true constant in a world of change. (0768824893) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC $11.99 LOONEY TUNES 2000 MINI WALL CALENDAR The mini-calendar that's perfect "For All Seasons." For what's more timeless or American than Bugs Bunny causing an anvil to land on Elmer Fudd's head? Featuring Bugs, Tweety, Daffy, Taz, and your other favorites. Each page of this mini-calendar measures approximately 5 3/4" x 5 1/4". (DDMN192800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5 $3.99 LOONEY TUNES 2000 WALL CALENDAR Beautiful close-up shots of some of the most beloved Looney Tunes characters including Bugs Bunny himself. Each 12" x 11 3/8" page is fully colored. (DDD1772800)(Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 ********* Dilbert DILBERT 2000 WALL CALENDAR I'd Better Lie Down Until the Motivation Wears Off Comes with a free desk organizer! With this inspirational theme as your guide, the Dilbert calendar will put you on the path to a fully productive and joyous work year. Filled with plenty of classic strips and humorous full-page panels to renew your spiritual energies. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0836299957) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $10.99 DILBERT 2000 MINI WALL CALENDAR I Don't Apologize for Hiring the Best Inspired by Dogbert's crack consulting staff of trained monkeys, this calendar is designed for maximally efficient enjoyment. Perfect for areas where space is a premium ‹ say a cubicle? Page measures approximately 7" x 7". (0836299965) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x7, FC $5.99 DILBERT 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR 'Scuse Me, I Have Real Work To Do Featuring 366 Dilbert cartoons including an eight-panel Sunday Strip every week. Perfect for those whose "real work" consists of writing their first novel or surfing the web. Measures 6 1/8" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4". (0836289471) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5x2, b&w $10.99 DILBERT 2000 WEEKLY PLANNER I'm Scheduling Meetings to Fill the Void in My Life The solution to boring business planners ‹ this beauty combines functional weekly grids with full-color Dilbert Sunday cartoons. You'll want it, even if all your emotional voids are filled! Each page measures approximately 7 1/4" x 8 1/2". Spiral Bound. (0836299051) (Andrews & McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x8, FC $10.99 DILBERT 2000 MENTAL BLOCK CALENDAR A new twist to the desk calendar. The cubic calendar where each side shows one month, plus a classic full-color Dilbert image. To get the other six months, open, twist, and rearrange. More fun than the Rubik's cube! Cube measures 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 2 3/4". (0836221583) (Andrews & McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 3x3x3, FC $7.99 The Far Side THE FAR SIDE 2000 MILLENNIUM WALL CALENDAR Take a thousand years, distill them down to twelve representative cartoons, and you get The Far Side Millennium 2000 Wall Calendar. That's a dozen demented full-color Gary Larson cartoons pulling back the covers of humor and history and some quirky trivia, all presented chronologically to create a warped view of history only The Far Side could present. Plus there's plenty of space for recording the important events of the next millennium. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0836299973) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $10.99 THE FAR SIDE MILLENNIUM 2000 OFF-THE-WALL 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR Amid all the predictions of the next millennium, comes a refreshingly irreverent retrospective of the last thousand years from none other than Gary Larson. This collection of classic cartoons shows Larson stumbling his way through history supplemented with plenty of quirky, obscure trivia ‹ all arranged chronologically! Measures 6 1/8" x 5 1/4" x 1 3/4". (0836200918) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5x2, b&w $11.99 THE FAR SIDE MILLENNIUM 2000 WEEKLY PLANNER Few periods of history have been spared humiliation at the hands of The Far Side. Seize this opportunity to savor Gary Larson's ageless wit and glean a little bit of historical knowledge. This calendar gathers fifty-three watercolored images of classic Larson work (plus even stranger trivia) and arranges them chronologically to present a weird, but entertaining view of the last thousand years. Each page measures approximately 7 1/4" x 8 1/2". Spiral Bound. (0836299078) (Andrews & McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x8, FC $10.99 Peanuts & Snoopy SNOOPY BY EVERHART CALENDARS Painter Tom Everhart had a life-altering experience 15 years ago when he projected some of the Peanuts onto a 25-foot wall. Appearing larger than life, Charles M. Schultz's masterful pen strokes were transformed into magnificent painterly brush strokes that spoke directly to Everhart's artistic soul. Today, he is the only artist licensed by Schultz to reinterpret Peanuts strips in painting ‹ he (sometimes in collaboration with Schultz) has produced beautiful colorful Impressionistic interpretations of the Peanuts gang that have hung in the great museums from the Louvre to the L.A. County Museum of Natural History. These calendars reproduce some of Everhart's greatest Peanuts reinterpretations. Available in a full-color 12"x12" wall calendar or a 7" x7" mini calendar. (Portal Publications) (CAUT: 1) WALL CALENDAR (0737100796)‹Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 MINI CALENDAR (0737100079)‹Calendar, 12x12, FC $5.95 PEANUTS 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR Still the most widely syndicated strip, appearing in 75 countries, 366 selected strips will demonstrate the timeless appeal of Peanuts throughout the year. Each page measures 6 1/8" x 5 1/4". (0768818567) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5, b&w $10.99 PEANUTS 2000 WALL CALENDAR Homespun Holidays Includes a bonus poster. Share a year's worth of holiday cheer with the Peanuts gang. Each full-color page features a seasonal image of one of your favorites like "Ice Princess" Lucy. (DDD2292800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC $12.99 Walt Disney DISNEY DAYS 2000 BOX CALENDAR Every full-color page of this calendar presents a full-color scene from a Disney animated motion picture or short ranging from Disney's first Steamboat Willie to 1999's Tarzan. Each page also includes either historic text or a quote inspired by the film. Measures approximately 6 1/8" x 5 1/4" x 1 1/2". (0836219082) (Andrews and McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5x1, FC $11.99 DISNEY CLASSICS 2000 WEEKLY PLANNER Each weekly spread spotlights one of Disney's 38 full-length animated films from Snow and the Seven Dwarves to Fantasia 2000. Each full-color page shows two full-color images and extensive textual background on the film. Each page measures approximately 7" x 9" Spiral Bound. (0636223756) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x9, FC $10.99 MICKEY & FRIENDS 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR This year, spend some time with some friendly faces who've stood the test of time. Each full-color page spotlights one of the classic Disney characters ‹ Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and more! (LMB1020000) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC $11.99 MICKEY & FRIENDS 2000 MINI WALL CALENDAR Here's one mouse you won't mind in the house ‹ Mickey! This fun-filled 5 3/4" x 5 3/4" calendar features 12 full-color images of your favorite Disney characters. (DDMN142800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5, FC $3.99 MICKEY & FRIENDS 2000 WALL CALENDAR The Old Gang This special full-color 12" x 11 3/8" calendar celebrates the classic appeal of the Disney characters that have made people smile for over 70 years. (DDD2272800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11 $12.99 DISNEY'S PHOTOMOSAIC CALENDARS The Photomosaic process, blending thousands of small tiled images together to create a larger breathtaking picture, has been applied to the world of Walt Disney. From Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh to the 101 Dalmations and the Little Mermaid, Robert Silvers has created twelve breathtaking images ‹ all formed from the tiles depicting scenes starring these characters. Available in a 12" x 12" wall calendar or in a 6" x 9" engagement calendar which includes additional material on the Photomosaic process. (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) WALL CALENDAR (155811873X)‹Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.99 ENGAGEMENT (1558118748)‹Calendar, 6x9, FC $13.99 DISNEY CLASSICS 2000 WALL CALENDAR Showcasing the unforgettable characters and timeless stories brought to life in the classic Disney animated features including Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Sleeping Beauty Peter Pan, Cinderella, Pinocchio, Alice in Wonderland, The Jungle Book, Dumbo, Lady and the Tramp, and Bambi. Each image in full color. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0768333636) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 DISNEY'S TARZAN 2000 WALL CALENDAR The wonders of the tropical jungle will unfold all year long in this beautiful full-color calendar. A celebration of the breathtaking animation, breathtaking characters, and captivating Phil Collins soundtrack that takes Edgar Rice Burroughs classic to a place no one has gone before. Each page measures approximately 12" x 11 3/8" (DDD2072800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 A BUG'S LIFE 2000 WALL CALENDAR Featuring full-color stills from the second Disney/Pixar collaboration, A Bug's Life. Relive the "epic of miniature proportions" as the misfit ant Flik saves his colony from a greedy gang of grasshoppers led by Hopper. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0768333326) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar 12x12, FC $14.95 ****************** MTV'S CELEBRITY DEATHMATCH 2000 CALENDAR Once upon a time, being a celebrity meant looking the part and getting the part. In the world of Celebrity Deathmatch, it can mean getting torn apart! Welcome to the world of Celebrity Deathmatch where famous people resolve their petty differences and trivial grudges in pro- wrestling fights to the finish. Cause "It ain't over till somebody stops bleeding." One fun- filled, blood-drenched, full-color 12"x12" still per month! (0789303485) (Andrews & McMeel) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $11.95 Comic Book Heroes MARVEL UNIVERSE 2000 CALENDAR A Titanic Turn-of-the-Century celebration of the Marvel universe! Presenting twelve classic 12" x 12" images from the Marvel Silver age ‹ digitally enhanced to restore their original vibrant colors! Featuring the Amazing Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the Invincible Iron Man, the Mighty Thor, the Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Doctor Strange, and more! (0789303019) (Universe Publishing) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $13.95 BATMAN 2000 WALL CALENDAR Keeping vigilance over Gotham City since 1939! Commemorating sixty years of dedicated crime fighting with this beautiful full-color 12" x 12" calendar reproducing classic Batman art from every decade such as Batman #1, Detective Comics #27, and more! (0768333199) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 SUPERMAN 2000 WALL CALENDAR The superhero for all ages, Superman, is celebrated is this gorgeous full-color calendar reproducing classic Superman art and covers across the decades including Superman #1 and Man of Steel #1. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0768334926) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 *************** R. CRUMB'S MILLENNIUM 2000 WALL CALENDAR A collection of bizarre images from one of the greatest underground cartoonists, R. Crumb ‹ the creator of cultural icons including Fritz the Cat, Mr. Natural, and Keep On Truckin'. With his wry observational eye for humanity, Crumb has personally selected 12 creations, some never before published, to prepare us all for the next millennium. Each full-color page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0789303116) (Andrews & McMeel) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, FC $13.95 DARK HORSE PRESENTS: THE BEST OF MANGA 2000 WALL CALENDAR A stunningly beautiful and dynamic collection of full-color manga art culled from the very best Dark Horse manga titles. Includes images from The Dirty Pair (Adam Warren), Ghost in the Shell (Masmune Shirow), Appleseed, Gunsmith Cats, Oh ! My Goddess, What's Michael and more. Each page measures approximately 13 1/2" x 11 1/4". (1558117601) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 13x11,FC $11.99 DARK HORSE PRESENTS MORE MONSTERS AND ALIENS 2000 WALL CALENDAR More of the fantastic creations that leap, crawl, or slither off the Dark Horse pages. Includes twelve painted and drawn pages from Predator, The Terminator, Starship Troopers, The Mask, Red Rocket 7, The Hammer, and more from artists ranging from Mike Allred to Sergio Aragonés. Each page measures approximately 13 1/2" x 11 1/4". (155811761X) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 13x11,FC $11.99 FANTASY & SCI-FI Morpheus International THE 2000 KRUGER STARS CALENDAR Weird, wacky, surreal, and just plain fun! Sebastian Kruger is the world's leading caricature painter, and this year's calendar is further proof. Dazzling and hysterical parodies of Jack Nicholson, Clint Eastwood, Tina Turner, Neil Young, President Clinton, Mike Tyson, and other pop culture icons. Kruger's deft brush touches the heart as well as the funny bone! (Morpheus International) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC $12.95 THE 2000 GALERIE MORPHEUS CALENDAR This beautiful 12" x 12" art collection features the very best of today's masters of fantastic art. Fascinating quotes and dates from surreal literature, film, and art fill the colorful grids. Stunning fine art works by Clive Barker, H.R. Giger, Jacek Yerka, Judson Huss, De Es, Zdzislaw Beksinski, and others! (Morpheus International) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC, 12x12 $12.95 H.R. Giger THE 2000 H.R. GIGER CALENDAR BY MORPHEUS This large format 12" high x 14" wide calendar features a mix of classic images and recent works by this Alien master of the fantastic. Exotic women, alien creatures, and weird dreamscapes populate this beautiful portfolio of art. Each grid is filled with facts and tidbits from the world of dark fantasy and film, all reversed out against a deep black background. Foil Stamped cover. (Morpheus International) (CAUT: 1) FC, 12x14 $14.95 H.R. GIGER 2000 CALENDARS A gallery of gorgeous Giger calendars, all with beautiful full-color illustrations and a Euro- style calendarium. Choose from the monthly 14" x 20" giant wall calendar, the monthly 14" x 12" wall calendar, or the 112-page 7" x 8 1/2" engagement calendar with 54 illustrations. (Taschen America, LLC) (CAUT: 1) GIANT WALL (3822868922)‹Calendar, 14x20, FC $19.99 WALL (3822867411)‹Calendar, 14x12 $9.99 ENGAGEMENT (3822868868)‹Calendar, 7x8 $16.99 ************** BORIS VALLEJO 2000 CALENDAR WAITING FOR INFO WAITING FOR INFO WAITING FOR INFO WAITING FOR INFO ENCHANTED WORLDS OF MYLES PINKNEY 2000 WALL CALENDAR Named National Award winner for Best Contemporary Art from the Calendar Marketing Association two years in a row. These 12" x 12" full-color painted images highlight Pinkney's intricate, highly-stylized images of fantastic, richly costumed characters set against mystical ornate backgrounds. With gold ink. (0737100672) (Portal Publications) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 BORIS VALLEJO'S FANTASY CALENDAR 2000 Boris Vallejo is the "Michaelangelo" of fantasy painting; a brilliant conjurer of rippling muscle and talons stretched taut. Then Boris takes it one step farther ‹ adorning his subjects in golden filagreed armor, or setting them loose in a landscape swirling in tones of impending doom, challenging them with creatures of blood-chilling evil. And that is why he is America's best-known fantasy artist, and why his yearly calendar is indispensable! Moving even closer to the edge for the year 2000, Boris presents 13 all-new paintings. Each is a moment on the verge; the tension before battle, the fury during, the relief and exhaustion afterward. It is not the end of the world, but simply a different worldŠ gloriously different! (302/0-7611-1644-3) (CAUT: 1) FC, 12x12 $9.95 J.R.R. TOLKIEN 2000 WALL CALENDAR The Silmarillion Comes with bonus pull-out poster. Painter Ted Nasmith provides twelve incredible full- color paintings illustrating scenes from Tolkien's The Silmarillion along with quotes from Tolkien. Plus, twelve more Nasmith black-and-white sketches have been incorporated into the calendar grids, making this a true treat for Tolkien fans. (0061075795) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $14.99 TERRY PRATCHETT'S DISCWORLD 2000 CALENDARS Translated into over twenty-three languages, Terry Pratchett's quirky fantastic Discworld is a natural for great calendar tie-ins. Especially with full-color paintings from artist Paul Kidby. Choose from the 366-day Calendar (5 3/8" x 5 3/8" x 1 3/4"), the full-color wall calendar (12" x 12"), or the mini-calendar (7 1/8" x 7 1/8"). (CAUT: 1) DAY BOX (1876551003)‹Calendar, 5x5x2 $10.99 WALL (1876327898)‹Calendar, 12x12, FC $11.99 MINI (1876340894)‹Calendar, 7x7, FC $6.99 FAIRY FOLK 2000 WALL CALENDAR Artist Shirley Barber will enchant you with twelve beautiful full-color illustrations of the fairy folk in flight. From dancing among wild flowers to playing with children and forest creatures, these fairies will delight you throughout the seasons. (0768333733) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC, 12x12 $12.95 JULIE BELL SOFT AS STEEL 2000 WALL CALENDAR In a futuristic universe painted by Julie Bell, strong and sensual women will battle ‹ and befriend ‹ supernatural creatures in their quest for glory. See why Ms. Bell excels in a field dominated by male artists. Each full-color page measures approximately 13 1/2" x 11 1/4". (1558117539) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 13x11, FC $11.99 MOVIES, TV & MUSIC AUSTIN POWERS: THE SPY WHO SHAGGED ME 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR It's official baby, Austin has a smashing shagadelic sequel out for his fab first cinemetatic adventure. Just in time for the new millennium! Will Dr. Evil kill all the fricking idiots? Will Austin practice dental hygeine? Can Austin stop Dr. Evil from spreading a vicious Y2K bug? Does it all make you feel sexy? Oh behave! (Landmark Calendars) (CAUT: 1) Calendar $11.99 Buffy the Vampire Slayer BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER STUDENT PLANNER Students today are busier than ever, and no one understands that better than high-school student/slayer Buffy Sommers. With daily planners, monthly planners, and helpful references including state capitals, a list of U.S. Presidents, the Periodic table, and more, you'll be able to stay organized and out of the clutches of Darkness. Measures 7" x 9" with 144 pages. Spiral Bound. (0768336392) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 7x9, 144pg $10.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER 2000 WALL CALENDAR Kickboxing, bloodsucking creatures of the night put a crimp in Buffy's social life, but as the Chosen One, she has little choice. But maybe a calendar like this, featuring twelve full- color 12" x 12" action shots, can help her organize her social life, and remember the purpose of her sacrifices. Maybe you can use one, too! (0768333318) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 ******************* X-FILES 2000 WALL CALENDAR Experience twelve months of the most exciting and evocative images of the extraordinary X-Files. This 12" x 12" calendar features eerie montages of images and dialogue, some taken from the sixth season of The X-Files. (0061075752) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, FC, 12x12 $12.99 SNL 25 YEARS 2000 WALL CALENDAR After a quarter of a century, they're still ready for Prime Time (except for the occasional special), but Saturday Night Live is still required viewing for the late-night crowd. This full-color 12"x12" calendar spotlights twelve of the most notable Not Ready for Prime Time Players including Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, John Belushi, Chris Farley, Phil Hartman, Dana Carvey, Mike Myers, and more. Filled with classic loony stills and beloved catchphrases. (0768334837) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 SNL 25 YEARS 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR They're ready to pump...you up! Test your knowledge of the classic Saturday Night Live characters, sketches, and catchphrases that have made SNL a pop culture institution ‹ all year long. (0768335795) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x5 $9.95 KUNG FU CULT CLASSICS 2000 WALL CALENDAR Featuring twelve full-color collages of rare old posters and photos of your favorite Hong Kong stars including Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Chow Yun Fat, and more! Includes a bonus Shaolin Temple centerfold poster. Each page measures approximately 11" x 8 1/2". (Kung Fu Kult Classics, Inc.) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 11x8, FC $10.00 BEATLES 2000 WALL CALENDAR It doesn't matter that they last left the studio together almost thirty years ago. Loyal fans still love the timeless sights and sounds of the Beatles, and with this beautiful full-color 12" x 11 3/8" calendar filled with classic photos, they can get their fill all year long. (DDD1152800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 XENA WARRIOR PRINCESS 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR Ready to battle on in the new millennium? Xena's here to help with a brand-new full-color 16-month calendar. Filled with photos of the magnificent Lucy Lawless and the rest of the Xena cast, set against montages of the beautiful New Zealand landscape. Awesome! Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0737100745) (Portal Publications) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 Star Trek STAR TREK ORIGINAL SERIES 2000 WALL CALENDAR They're back ‹ uncut, remastered, and better than ever, on the Sci-Fi channel. Celebrate the coming of the third millennium with the 1960s series that started it all. Filled with classic images from the broadcast Star Trek series. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0671025759) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.00 STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION 2000 WALL CALENDAR Twelve thrilling images from the latest hit Next Generation movie, Star Trek: Insurrection. Featuring the beautiful poster art and stills from the movie. (0671025805) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.00 STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE 2000 WALL CALENDAR Featuring an all-new selection of photos from the seventh season of Deep Space Nine, including the new Dax, Ezri (Nicole deBoer). (0671025813) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.00 STAR TREK VOYAGER 2000 WALL CALENDAR Join Captain Janeway and the crew of Voyager for a year's journey into the unknown. With art of never-before-seen aliens and worlds. Comes with a special Captain Proton centerfold! (0671025821) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.00 STAR TREK STARDATE 2000 DAY CALENDAR All the incarnations of the Star Trek universe come together for a different adventure every day in this full-color day-by-day tear-away calendar. With hundreds of images on 640 pages. Each page measures approximately 4 1/4" x 5 1/4". (067102583X) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 4x5, 640pg, FC $12.00 WOMEN OF STAR TREK 2000 WALL CALENDAR The one fans across the generations have demanded for years. Deanna, Seven, Uhura. Their names conjure multifaceted images beauty and strength. Beloved by men and women alike, twelve of these beautiful icons are honored in a special 6" x 9" format. (0671032720) (Pocket Books) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 6x9, FC $12.00 Star Wars STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE CHARACTERS 2000 WALL CALENDAR Relive the excitement of the May 21 premiere with the Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace calendar filled with stills, character birthdays, their key events, and other fun events. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (1558118225) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.99 STAR WARS: IN THE CANTINA 2000 WALL CALENDAR One of the all-time bar scenes in cinema history, the Mos Eisley cantina scene, is commemorated in this 12" x 12" wall calendar. Filled with all the outrageous characters and memorable lines that make this scene a true classic. (1558118780) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.99 STAR WARS CLASSIC TRILOGY 2000 MINI WALL CALENDARS We haven't forgotten the great characters that made the first three Star Wars movies such a blast! Get twelve images of your favorites in four different calendars. Choose from the Droids (C-3PO & R2-D2), Darth Vader, Han Solo, or Yoda. Each page measures approximately 5 3/4" x 5 3/4". (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) DROIDS (1558118276)‹Calendar, 6x6, FC $4.99 DARTH VADER (1558118284)‹Calendar, 6x6, FC $4.99 HAN SOLO (1558118764)‹Calendar, 6x6, FC $4.99 YODA (1558118306)‹Calendar, 6x6, FC $4.99 STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE FILM ANIMATION 2000 366-DAY BOX CALENDAR The day-by-day calendar that's animated! When you flip through the color pages, the art comes together to form an animated scene, just like in the early days of animation. Plus, tons of illustrations and trivia to satisfy die-hard Star Wars fans! Each page measures 4 3/8" x 5 1/4". (1558118217) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 5x5, FC $11.99 STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 THE PHANTOM MENACE 52-WEEK 2000 ENGAGEMENT CALENDAR A larger-than-life 8 1/2" x 6 1/2" wirebound datebook filled with stunning imagery that retells the story of Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. Spiral Bound. (1558118241) (Golden Turtle Press) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 8x6 $14.99 *************** STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN 2000 WALL CALENDAR "If you want mercy son, then take your @$$ to church!" Twelve shocking images of the tougher-than-leather mega star in action. Some peers say the man is a suicide machine with little regard for authority or rules ‹ and little hesitation in assaulting Federation owner Mr. McMahon. Austin may go down in history as the only WWF champ to be arrested by the league owner! There's plenty of Whoop-@$$ chapters left to be written. Record them in this deluxe 12"x12" full-color calendar. (006988207) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.99 BABES MARILYN MONROE 2000 WALL CALENDAR Even almost forty years after her tragic death, fans are captivated by her unique combination of sensuality and vulnerability. This stunning 12" x 12" full-color collects a dozen rare photos from the archives of Milton H. Greene, each showing the allure that has made her an enduring legend (076833439X) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 VARGA GIRL 2000 WALL CALENDAR Between 1904 and 1947, Alberto Vargas used watercolor and innovative airbrush techniques to create his enormously popular pin-up girls! At the time they were so risqué that the U.S. Post Office attempted to revoke Esquire's mailing privileges! Now some of the best of his voluptuous all-American gals have been collected in this splendid 12" x 12" full-color calendar. With both a nostalgic and a timeless appeal. (0768335132) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95 HEAVENLY WHEELS 2000 WALL CALENDAR A collection of heavenly visions sure to make anyone sing glorious beatitudes ‹ to the invention of the cycle! Each month, you'll see one of these powerful full-colored chrome beauties adorned with an angelic maiden promising everlasting joy. A true reward for sufferers of a mundane earthly existence. Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (0768334004) (Cedco) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, FC $11.95 SABLE OFFICIAL 2000 WALL CALENDAR The WWF Women's Champ blazes gloriously in these twelve photos. Once the timid valet to Marvelous Marc Mero, this voluptuous vixen has been forced to throw him down on the mat on more than one occasion for acting jealous and disrespectful. Today, she has more important things to do than be a valet ‹ like defend her WWF championship. Follow her saga all year long in this 12" x 12" full-color calendar. (0060988215) (Harper Collins) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.99 CARMEN ELECTRA 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR Includes a bonus poster! This rising media star will grab your attention in this sizzling hot full-color 12" x 11 3/8" calendar. Baywatch babes beware! (DDD2122800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 HEIDI KLUM 1999 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR Includes a bonus poster! The 1999 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover girl, Heidi Klum, looks great all year round! Here she is in twelve full-color seasonal images that will all heat you up! Each page measures approximately 12" x 11 3/8" (DDD2252800) (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 SPORTS ILLUSTRATED SWIMSUIT 2000 16-MONTH CALENDARS Feel the heat of the tropics all year long with these glistening bathing beauties gleaned from the pages of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. Choose from a 12" x 11 3/8" wall calendar, the extra-large 15" x 15" wall calendar, or the full-color 6 1/8" x 5 1/4" day calendar. An unforgettable calendar! (Landmark) (CAUT: 1) WALL (DDD1842800)‹Calendar, 12x11, FC $12.99 LARGE WALL (DDD1832800)‹Calendar, 15x15, FC $14.99 DAY (LMB481000)‹Calendar, 6x5, FC $11.99 ANGELS 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR We don't mean the kind with wings ‹ we mean the celestial beauties who look ever better in black and white! Presenting a choice selection of renowned pin-up queens each in a glorious 12" x 24" (2 pages) image. Models include Echo Johnson, Barbara Moore, Bonnie Jill Lafflin, Deanna Merryman, and more! Each page measures approximately 12" x 12". (1890028266) (Infinity Studios) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, PC $12.95 LINGERIE 2000 16-MONTH CALENDAR Ladies and their lingerie ‹ what could be a more perfect union? Twelve of the loveliest models from the pages of Playboy, Frederick's, and other famous lingerie emporiums will light up your nights in these sensational full-color 12" x 12" calendar. Featuring Echo Johnson, Leann Tweeden, Nikki Schieler, and more. (1890028258) (Infinity Studios) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, PC $12.95 JENNIFER JANESKO 2000 LIMITED EDITION WALL CALENDAR One of the hottest artists today, Jennifer Janesko, has wielded her airbrush to create a dozen stunning images of some of the most gorgeous ladies. She why her works have appeared in Playboy and start at $3,000 for originals! Each page measures a jumbo 11" x 14" (1892473089) (RML) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 11x14, FC $12.95 BROOKE MORALES 2000 16 MONTH WALL CALENDAR This sizzling hot Latina beauty and former L.A. Raiderette has taken the world by storm. These twelve full-color 11" x 14" photos showcase the sultry brunette at her best! (18992473097) (RML) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, PC $12.95 STARTING LINE-UP 2000 16-MONTH WALL CALENDAR Admit it, guys. When the gridiron action gets a little stale, your eyes can't help but stray to the bodaciously beautiful NFL cheerleaders on the sidelines. Now you can get one full year's worth of some of the best cheerleaders in their own 11" x 14" full-color swimsuit calendar. Makes the pain of the off-season much more bearable. (1892473100) (RML) (CAUT: 1) MATURE AUDIENCES Calendar, 12x12, PC $12.95 OLIVIA 2000 WALL CALENDARS Superstar painter Olivia provides some of her most scintillating images to keep you awake and alert throughout the year! This wall calendar is available signed and unsigned! (O Card) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL REG.‹Calendar $12.95 SGN.‹Calendar $35.00 INTERNATIONAL SECTION 1000 EDITIONS THE LAST PAGES PRINT Here's the latest image from Francois Schuiten, one of Europe's leading comic artists. Schuiten's stirring, architecturally-imposing backgrounds provide a dramatic context for his images, and this is no exception. This month Previews features several Schuiten prints and graphic novels in a tribute to one of the world's most fascinating comic artists. Carefully printed in Spain on heavy art paper. (133/MEP-434) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 28x38, FC $24.95 BILIOTHEQUE PRINT A lone scholar reads a manuscript with the aid of a magnifying glass while all around him, giant stacks of books reach for the stars. A perfect image to contemplate while pulling that all-nighter before your exams. This is an older image, but has never been offered through Previews until now. (133/MEP-6) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 28x38, FC $24.95 LA CITE DES LIVRES PRINT This time it's not giant stacks of books, but huge volumes that dwarf the female protagonist ‹ and how do you explain the raging river that seems to run through the middle of this gargantuan bookshelf? Another mind-boggling image from Francois Schuiten. Offered for the first time through Previews. (133/MEP-33) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Print, 28x38, FC $24.95 FRENCH COMICS BRUSEL HC This giant 112-page full-color graphic novel is one of the key works in the Schuiten/Peeters series of volumes on Les Cites Obscures, a great panoply of alternate history in which the utopian architecture of the 19th Century reigns supreme in the hands of a ruling scientific/industrialist elite. French text. (133) (CAUT: 4) HC, 112pg, FC $29.95 LE GUIDE DES CITES HC This isn't a graphic novel, but a guidebook to the various cities created by artist Francois Schuiten and writer Benoit Peeters in their stunning Les Cites Obscures series of graphic novels. A fascinating guide to one of the most interesting imaginary worlds created in our time. French text. (133) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. 6 #12 (Dec96) HC, 176pg, PC $32.95 TINTIN IN THE LAND OF THE SOVIETS HC This early work by Herge demonstrates his genius for slapstick even if his clear line style hasn't been perfected here. Tintin and Snowy run afoul of a continuous stream of communist thugs and spies in this rollicking comic adventure. Available in an English language edition. (133) (CAUT: 4) HC, 142pg, b&w $19.95 MILO MANARA RESIN STATUE This leggy blonde vixen is the first statue ever created based on the works of Milo Manara. Only 300 of these cast resin statues will be created. Measuring an impressive 16-inches tall, each figure comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and packaged in a colorful box decorated with photos of the statue. Handpainted and sure to please, this sexy siren would look great on your desk or bookcase. NOTE: Adult Manara fans, be sure to check out this month's Previews Adult for some classic Manara titles available at surprisingly affordable prices! (133) (CAUT: 4) Statue $300.00 ITALIAN COMICS CINEFILES: SADISTIC AND SADEIAN MOVIES SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Profusely illustrated with b&w photos. Italian text. (88-8275-042-6) (4528) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x9, 100pg, b&w $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GLAMOROUS BETTY PAGE CULT MODEL OF THE 50'S BOOK 1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Text in English, Italian, and French. (4528) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 10x12, 120pg, PCÖ $34.95 ******************* IL DIARIO DI SANDRA F PORTFOLIO SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4528) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Portfolio, 12x15, FC $60.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MILO MANARA FOEMINA HC SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. English, French, and Italian text. (4528) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL HC, 12x16, 160pg, PC $100.00 SELEN #38 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Italian text. (6178) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 9x12, 70pg, PC $12.95 SINGAPORE COMICS RETURN OF THE CONDOR HEROES #14: LIFE AND DEATH This epic saga of an orphan swordsman's love for his beautiful master (the Dragon Girl) spotlights the outstanding art of Wee Tian Beng. Great sword and sorcery action set in China's Sung Dynasty. This series is available in a well-translated English edition. (981- 229-055-9) (6472) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 150pg, b&w $9.95 RETURN OF THE CONDOR HEROES #15: TALES IN THE NIGHT This Chinese manga series shares many storytelling devices with Japanese comics, but differs in the emphasis on a strong female protagonist as well as Chinese history and martial arts tradition. Great art and a fascinating story set in China's medieval Sung Dynasty. English text. (981-229-056-7) (6472) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 150pg, b&w $9.95 SPANISH COMICS ELVIBORA #227 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Spanish text. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Comic, 68pg, PC $7.95 KISS COMIX #87 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Spanish text. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Comic, 68pg, PC $7.95 BOOKS ON JAPAN Introducing the first three volumes of JTB's Illustrated Book Series. This handy series is perfect for new and old otaku alike who crave to learn more about the exciting culture and traditions of Japan. Each pocket-sized guide book covers the culture, tradition and lifestyle of Japan in great detail. Invaluable for tourists and those who wish to learn more about Japan. Clearly illustrated, highly relevant material which is sure to increase one's understanding and appreciation of Japan. Have "a look into Japan" with you always! All presented in the English language. JAPAN IN YOUR POCKET #1: A LOOK INTO JAPAN This first volume introduces the reader to a wide variety of Japanese traditions, customs and lifestyles. The perfect learning guide for those interested in learning more about the exciting ways of Japan. English text. (4-533-01381-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 192pg, b&w $14.95 JAPAN IN YOUR POCKET #2: LIVING JAPANESE STYLE Volume two explains what it is like to live in Japan, through the eyes of a foreigner. This handy illustrated guide takes a look at the basic customs that are essential for life in modern Japan including tips for avoiding social gaffes. English text. (4-533-01350-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 192pg, b&w $14.95 JAPAN IN YOUR POCKET #3: EATING IN JAPAN This third volume introduces both standard dishes and their many-colored local variations with easy-to-understand illustrations. Ideal for initiating novices to the pleasures of Japanese cuisine, but also includes a wealth of helpful hints for the seasoned Japanese hand. English text. (4-533-00456-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 192pg, b&w $14.95 MANGA BOOKS DEVILMAN LADY #4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Japanese text. (4-06-328571-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #9 (Sep98) SC, 224pg, b&w $9.95 FUSHIGI YUUGI #11 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- 136221-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 INU-YASHA MANGA #9 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. (4-09-125209-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 KAJIKA The latest offering by acclaimed manga artist Akira Toriyama (Dragonball Z) is here! Follow the adventures of young Kajika as he must undertakes a journey to lift the curse of the fox. Along the way he meets up with a young female companion named Haya and together they search for the legendary last egg of a long believed extinct dragon. Excellent art and an action-packed story brought to you in the famed Toriyama tradition. Japanese text. (4-08-872658-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 208pg, b&w $7.95 KIMAGURE ORANGE ROAD WIDE-BAN EDITION #4 Re-experience Izumi Matsumoto and Kenji Terada's Kimagure Orange Road with this hardcover wide-ban book series. An excellent romantic comedy about the love triangle between three school friends: Madoka, a tough girl, Hikaru, Madoka's naive friend, and Kyosuke, a boy whose family possesses secret psychic powers. Japanese text. (4-8342- 8074-8) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x8, 332pg, b&w $17.95 KINDAICHI SHOUNEN NO JIKENBO #4 Detective Kindaichi Jr.'s Cases. Follow the adventures of Hajime Kindaichi, the grandson of world famous Japanese detective Kosuke Kindaichi. In every day life, Hajime is just an ordinary high school student, but when a crime is committed, he uses his inherited talents to solve the case. Written by Yosaburo Kanenari and drawn by Fumiyas Sato. Japanese text. (4-06-311941-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 200pg, b&w $7.95 THE KING OF FIGHTERS '98 COMIC ANTHOLOGY Dream Match Never Ends. The first volume in an anthology based series featuring short stories on the popular video game The King of Fighters '98. Features various creators each with their own distinctive art styles. Includes 8-pages of full-color illustrations. Japanese text. (4-921066-03-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 186pg, b&w $16.95 THE LAST MAN #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Japanese text. (4-06-336773-8) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 228pg, b&w $9.95 MAISON IKKOKU WIDE-BAN EDITION #10 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. (4-09-192180-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 352pg, b&w $11.95 MORYOKIDEN #1 The Tale of a Monster Princess. The first of a two volume series by Akiyama Tomayo, one of the members of the CLAMP. The story takes place on a feudal world protected by the good witch Mikage against the attacks of the evil witch Reiki. One day Ayaka, Reiki's daughter, meets Kai, the leader of the good guardians, during a massive battle and they're quickly attracted to each other but unaware of each other's true identities. Proving his love for her, Kai breaks the block on the evil power, creates a new confusion and disappears into the land of the dead. Will Ayaka ever meet Kai again? And which force is truly good and which is evil? Recommended for those who enjoy beautiful shojo manga with a Japanesque taste. Includes a full-color foldout poster. Japanese text. (4-04-852471-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 MYSTERIOUS CERES #1 From the creator of Fushigi Yuugi comes Yuu Watase's latest fantasy manga series ‹ Mysterious Ceres (Ayashi no Ceres). Meet Aya Mikage who leads the life of a normal high school student until her 16th birthday when her own family tries to kill her and imprisons her twin brother Aki. Later Aya discovers she's the descendant of the tennyo (a heavenly angel), and when severely shaken she will transform into Ceres. If left to live, she is destined to bring ruin upon the Mikage family. Aya struggles to fight with her destiny and rid herself of Ceres so she can once again become a normal teenage girl. Japanese text. (4- 09-136354-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 POCKET MONSTERS GENERAL STORY Join Ash, Gary Oak, Pikachu and the rest of the Pokémon gang as they partake in an exciting journey to find and capture the elusive Mewtwo. This special stand alone "general story" provides plenty of laughs and adventure along the way and shouldn't be missed by any serious Pokémon Trainer. Includes 4-pages of full-color including a map. Japanese text. (4-09-259084-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 236pg, b&w $16.95 POCKET MONSTERS MANGA #6 The latest manga installment based on the phenomenally popular Pokémon Gameboy video game. Pocket Monster trainers are held in high regard and every child dreams of growing up to be one, a dream which young Satoshi will soon live as he gets his fist Pokemon, the pink creature called Pippi. Together, along with cute little Pikachu, they embark on madcap adventures of comical proportions. Art by award-winning manga artist Kosaku Anakubo. Japanese text. (4-09-142516-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A RANMA 1/2 #37 The comical adventures of Rumiko Takahashi's popular series continues. There's something terrible going on in Jusenkyo, the land of cursed springs. It's up to Ranma and the gang to make the travel there and uncover the truth about the impending crisis. Also, Ranma is being pressured to get married. Who'll be the lucky bride? Japanese text. (4-09- 123466-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 ******************* RUROUNI KENSHIN #13 The thirteenth 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. (4-08-872283-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 SAILOR X VOLUME 6 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 100pg, b&w $16.95 SHADOW SKILL: THE ASHLIANA SAGA #4 The fourth volume to Megumu Okada's Shadow Skill manga series set in a war torn world of deadly conflict where a small group of heroes must stand against the forces of darkness armed only with the superhuman martial art known as the "Shadow Skill." When 14-year- old Gau sets off to visit the graves of his parents, murdered by bandits when he was just ten, little does he know what is in store for him. In the company of his sister Ella, Gau quickly comes to realize that his journey is more than just a pilgrimage, and that his combat abilities as a student of martial arts are about to be pushed to their breaking point. Can Gau uncover the secrets of the "Shadow Skill" and battle the likes of the demonic Wolfman and Karuda Master Scarface? An excellent action packed series with great artwork. Includes 6 pages of color. Japanese text. (4-04-926127-8) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 6x8, 214pg, b&w $18.95 SHOUJO KAKUMEI UTENA #4 Revolutionary Girl Utena. Chiho Saito and Kazuko Tadano present the story of Utena Tenjou, an eighth grade schoolgirl at the Ohtori Academy, who is idolized by every boy and girl on campus. Very dear to her is a mysterious rose signet ring, given to her long ago by a young man whom she thinks of as her soul mate. But her classmates attribute other meanings to the ring. What mystery lies behind the rose? And how does this all tie in with Utena's faded childhood memories of a prince on a white horse? An excellent shojo series which deftly combines humor, action, romance and mystery into an irresistible saga. Japanese text. (4-09-136087-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 TRIGUN MAXIMUM #1 Deep Space Planet Future Gun Action! Yasuhiro Nightow's original manga based on the popular anime series following the adventures of a soft-hearted cyborg gunman named Vash the Stampede who just happens to cause mass destruction wherever he goes. With a bounty on his head, Vash must keep one step ahead of the numerous gangs and assassins who are after him, while helping the innocent. Although the setting is in the near-futuristic Dune-like planet, the atmosphere of the story is reminiscent of classic Western movies. Japanese text. (4-7859-1842-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 192, b&w $9.95 URUSEI YATSURA WIDE-BAN DIGEST EDITION #2 Shogakukan Bunko. A pocket size edition of Rumiko Takahashi's wonderful Lum€Urusei Yatsura series. Re-experience the story of lecherous high schooler Ataru Moroboshi who finds himself being selected by invading aliens as being Earth's champion and must face off against the beautiful Lum, a princess of a mysterious race of aliens called the Oni. The fun continues as Ataru must deal with the electrically shocking Lum and the hoard of demons and aliens that parade through his unlucky life. Japanese text. (4-09-193182-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 342pg, b&w $10.95 ZERO-MAN WIDE-BAN DIGEST EDITION #1 A legendary sci-fi story by the manga giant Osamu Tezuka (Tetsuwan Atom) originally created in 1959-1960. Meet Ricky, a little boy with a squirrel's tail and super human powers, who's part a new species named the "Zero-Man" ‹ a new form of humans evolved from squirrels who possess great intelligence and advanced technology. Planning on eradicating all human life, the Zero-Man will soon launch an invasion to conquer all of earth. It's up to the human raised Rocky to oppose the revolution and save mankind. Can he succeed? A great manga classic. Japanese text. 4-09-192261-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x6, 408pg, b&w $11.95 ANIME BOOKS BERSERK TV ANIMATION COLLECTION Kentaro Miura presents this story of the Golden Age which follow Gatsu, a dark knight wandering through medieval Europe, who carries a brand on the back of his neck which attacks creatures of the night and bleeds when they are nearby. In a world where one must fight to survive, Gatsu learns the art of the sword and must live the ways of a mercenary soldier. This softcover collection is dedicated to the first 25 episodes of the TV anime and includes a character guide, story guide, character model sketches, secret art, illustration gallery, interviews, and much more. Filled with full-color cel art and includes a two-sided foldout poster. Japanese text. (4-592-73157-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96pg, PC $54.95 BRAIN POWERD FILM BOOK #4 The latest anime creation in fourteen years from the reknowned Yuuki Tomino (Gundam), which features character designs by Mutsumi Inomata (Mobile Police Patlabor) and Mamoru Nagai (The Five Star Stories). Taking place in the near future, mankind is on the verge of extinction due to severe environmental damage. Enter Yuu Isami, a 17-year old boy, who discovers the "Brain Powered," a mysterious mobile suit that has a life of its own. It's up to Yuu and his companions to help save the world against the "Grand Childs," the evil counterparts of the "Brain Powered." Volume four presents episodes 16 through 26 in full-color cel art. Also features full-color character "mechanic" files as well as b&w model sheets. Japanese text. (4-04-852968-4) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 144pg, PC $23.95 COWBOY BEBOP COMPLETE TYPE II FILM BOOK Presented by Newtype Film Books, part two presents episodes 6 through 11 of the unique cable TV anime series Cowboy Bebop. Follow the adventures of bounty hunters in A.D. 2020 ‹ Meet Spike Spiegel, a cool young martial artist; Jet Black, a former policeman who loves flowers and animals; FayeValentine, a beautiful gambler; and Ein, the trusty dog. Together they must pursue the most notorious criminals in the galaxy. Features color cel art episode guide, character files and b&w character model sheets. Also includes a full- color foldout poster illustrated by Toshihiro Kawamoto. Japanese text. (4-04-853023-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 96pg, PC $13.95 THE GUNDAM CHRONICLES: THE HISTORY OF MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM ANIMATIONS 1979-1999 A complete chronicle covering the entire run of Mobile Suit Gundam stories from 1979 up until 1999 (including the TV anime series, the movies and the OVA's, but excluding the b&w manga adaptations). Provides timelines of the Universal Century, comments on characters, mobile suits, battleships, tanks and fighters. Also includes a section on Gundam model kits and staff/cast lists. Includes plenty of full-color cel art. A must for all Gundam fans! Japanese text. (4-8124-0426-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 240pg, FC $44.95 NADESICO THE MOVIE: THE PRINCE OF DARKNESS #2 Newtype Film Books presents the second of two book series for the Nadesico the Movie using full-color cel art. Released in the Summer of 1998, the movie is set three years after the end of the TV series where Yurika and Akito are apparently killed in a spacecraft accident during their honeymoon. Ruri Hoshino, now 16 years old, is the new Captain terrorist activities involving a mysterious warp method dubbed "Boson Jump." During the mission, Ruri discovers clues that Akito may not actually be dead! Japanese text. (4-04- 853022-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 128pg, FC $14.95 POCKET MONSTERS ANIME GUIDE PART 5 Kids Pocket Books #35. The latest volume in the Pocket Monsters (Pokémon) anime guide series presenting summaries for episodes 41 through 49 with full-color cel art. Also includes an updated Pocket Monster guide, highlights on Pocket Monster battle matches and character model sheets. Japanese text. (4-09-280035-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 90pg, PC $12.95 POCKET MONSTERS FILM COMIC #11 The latest anime comic for the hit Japanese Pocket Monsters (a.k.a. Pokémon) television program. Features Pikachu as the leading character, the cute yellow mouse-like creature who has captured the heart of many Japanese children and adults, along with Ash and Misty. Covers episodes 41 through 44 with full-color cel art and includes a character guide. Japanese text. (4-09-149411-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 176pg, FC $13.95 ILLUSTRATION BOOKS KENICHI SONODA ARTWORKS 1983-1997 A handsome softcover illustration collection dedicated to the wonderful works of Kenichi Sonoda (Gunsmith Cats), one of the premiere manga artists of Japan. This invaluable volume is filled with 152 full-color illustrations focusing on Sonoda's early OAV works ‹ Bubblegum Crisis, Bubble Gum Crash!, Riding Bean, Gall Force, and Otaku No Video. Also includes production notes. Japanese text. (4-07-310752-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 144pg, FC $44.95 NEUTRAL: YUKIRU SUGISAKI ILUSTRATED COLLECTION This illustration collection features the works of Yukiru Sugisaki who is the illustrator/manga creator for the manga version of the popular Brian Powerd anime. Features full-color works for D*N *Angel, Brain Powerd, and Another World. Also includes the 18-page b&w original manga story "Critical Kid" as well as an interview with the artist. Japanese text. (4-04-853034-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 96pg, PC $35.95 RUROUNI KENSHIN MATERPIECE ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION This softcover collection presents full-color cel illustrations used in the television and OAV episodes of Rurouni Kenshin anime. Features all of your favorite characters including many kimono-clad samurai as well as the plethora of beautiful maidens who inhabit the series. Includes a full-color two-sided foldout poster. Japanese text. (4-08-782027-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 96pg, FC $18.95 MISC. BOOKS BISHOJO FIGURE SUPER COLLECTION: BROME This full-color photo collection is dedicated to the super sexy bishojo figure creations by Bome ‹ one of the most talented modelers in Japan who's able to transforms two- dimensional anime beauties into three-dimensional works of art. Meet the Sailor Scouts, Cat Girl Nuku-Nuku, Miyuki & Natsumi (You're Under Arrest), Belldandy, Rei, and many other beautiful babes. Also includes a section dedicated to Brome's original and tantalizing adult model kits which features nudity. Japanese text. (4-07-311102-07) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 128pg, FC $44.95 COMBAT ACTION POSE COLLECTION #3: COSTUME-PLAY A gun is a girl's best friend! And if those girls just happen to be scantily then all the better! This third combat "pose collection" presents scores of black and white photos featuring lovely Japanese gals clad in sexy outfits and brandishing some of their favorite weapons of choice. Each model is featured in different angels and viewpoints. The female models were trained and posed by CAT (Combat Action Training team), who specializes in instructing actresses for action movies. Highly recommended for aspiring illustrators who desire to create realistic action scenes (as well as gun enthusiasts and those who appreciate the female form). Japanese text. (4-906436-99-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 160pg, b&w $55.95 GUNDAM CROSSOVER NOTEBOOK II SINCE UC.0083-0153 Kazuhisa Kondo, veteran manga artists who has been drawing Gundam illustrations and manga adaptations for more than 15 years, is spotlighted with this softcover collection commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Gundam world. Features numerous color illustrations including specifications for each mecha. Also includes a 48 page original black and white Gundam manga story. Japanese text. (4-07-31960-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, PC $28.95 The second in the Japanese "How to Draw Manga" series translated into English. This series provides a variety of manga techniques and skills enabling one to create Japanese style manga. Each installment is written by experienced manga artists and focuses on specific themes, such as characters, story making, perspectives, art utensils, etc. Each volume is independent from each other so one doesn't necessarily have to follow them in order. Highly recommended for all aspiring manga artists. HOW TO DRAW YOUNG GIRLS (ENGLISH EDITION) Now translated into English! This authentic instructional book is dedicated to the creation of young manga style female characters. Features step-by-step instructions along with insightful tips on how to draw curvaceous female characters beginning with their faces, hair styles, body parts, expressions, outfits, poses, and much more. English text. (4-7661- 1029-3) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $16.95 KANO'S PHOTOSHOP SUPER COMICS! SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Japanese text. (4-901054-03-1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x11, 112pg, FC $60.95 OSAMU TEZUKA CHARACTER ENCYCLOPEDIA #6 The sixth and final volume 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 final volume focuses on the popular Leo the Jungle Emperor (a.k.a. Kimba the White Lion) and other Tezuka animal characters. Also includes an index for the entire six volume series. Japanese text. (4-02-330225-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 256pg, b&w $34.95 POCKET MONSTERS CRAFT DX KIT #2 Here's your chance to create even more cool Pokémons out of colorful construction paper. Assemble all your favorite creatures with this marvelous kit imported directly from Japan. Includes full-color sheets for six Pocket Monsters ‹ Cubone (104); Exeggcutor (103); Tauros (128); Pinsir (127); Venusaur (003); and two versions of Pikachu (025). Also includes a full-color 20-page illustrated comic instruction booklet. (4-09-295212-0) (CAUT: 4) Craft Kit, 8x12, FC $16.95 MAGAZINES ANIMAGE #253 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 JULY 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 JULY 1999 An excellent monthly anime magazine published by Sony Magazines. This indispensable anime publication features superb full-color pages, the latest anime news from Japan, and a short manga serial. If you like Newtype then you'll love this one! Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.95 DENGEKI B-MAGAZINE JULY 1999 An informative 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 $11.95 FIGURE KING ENCYCLOPEDIA #18 The latest issue covering both American and Japanese figures, toys, and miscellaneous items. The main feature takes an extensive look collections of vintage children's toys. Other articles cover Transformers Generations, Pocket Monsters (a.k.a. Pokémon), Star Trek, Micronauts, various Banprestro toys and lots more. Japanese text. (4-8465-2183-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 196pg, PC $17.95 HOBBY JAPAN JUNE 1999 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 WINTER 1999 Hobby Japan's quarterly special spotlights the best of character garage model kits from the past year. The main focus in this issue is the models based on the upcoming Gamera 3 movie. Also features new sections dedicated to Mothra 3 (1999); Half Human (1955), classic Godzilla movies and Ultraman. Spectacular photography and dynamic diorama creations make this a must have publication for all robot and model fans alike. Japanese text. (T1108128031001) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 118pg, PC $18.95 HYPER PLAYSTATION AUGUST 1999 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 JULY 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 JULY 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 Macross 7 Trash, CLAMP's new Angelic Layer, MPD-Psycho, 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 $7.95 UCHUSEN QUARTERLY #87 A quarterly magazine dedicated to takusatu (special effects), toys, and kaiju based on Japanese Sci-Fi programs and movies. This issue focuses on the entertaining sci-fi shows of the 1980s through the 1990s. Also includes an update on Gamera 3 as well as coverage on various American movies. Japanese text. (T1101843030953) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 144pg, PCÖ $17.95 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 JULY 1999 Squarebound format. Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $14.95 LEMON CLUB JULY 1999 Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.95 MANGA BUMP JULY 1999 Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 PA PI PO JULY 1999 Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 PASOCOM PARADISE CHAT JULY 1999 Squarebound format. Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $15.95 PENGUIN CLUB JULY 1999 Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 YOUNG JAMBO JULY 1999 Japanese text. (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.95 CD-ROMS AMY'S FANTASY CD-ROM (WIN95/98) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Faithfully adapted from Japan and presented in English. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows95/98; 486SX- 33MHz processor or higher (Recommend Pentium); Minimum 8MB RAM (12MB recommended); Monitor that can display 256 colors with 640x480 resolution; Double- Speed CD-ROM; Windows95/98 Compatible soundboard; Double speed CD-ROm or faster; and Mouse. (9370/HS003) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM $35.00 KOTOBUKI CD-ROM (WIN95/98) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. As an added bonus, comes with a joystick. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows95/98; 486SX-33MHz processor or higher (Recommend Pentium); 8MB RAM (12MB recommend); Monitor that can display 256 colors with 640x480 resolution; Double-Speed CD-ROM or faster; Windows95/98 Compatible Sound Card; and Mouse. (9370/HS004) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM $39.00 THREE SISTERS STORY CD-ROM (PC) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Faithfully translated from Japanese without censorship, story changes or "dumbing down" for American audiences. Playing time approximately 7-10 hours. System Requirements: Microsoft Windows95/DOS PC; 486SX-33MHz processor or higher (Recommend Pentium); 16MB RAM; Soundblaster PRO or 100% Compatible sound card. (9370/SSC-001A) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM $35.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HIGH SCHOOL UNIFORM GRAND PRIX VOL. 4 CD-ROM (AYUMI FIGURE) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Also includes an 8-inch full- color PVC Real Type Figure of Ayumi Takahashi with a base. Compatible for Macintosh (7.0 above), Windows (3.1/95/98), and Sega Saturn (Japanese only). Japanese text. Note: Please be aware that there may be some compatibility differences with U.S. systems. (42/LY-PH006) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM (x2) $85.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HIGH SCHOOL UNIFORM GRAND PRIX VOL. 4 CD-ROM (NAOKO FIGURE) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Includes an 8-inch full-color PVC Real Type Figure of the green-haired Naoko Takanasi with a base. Compatible for Macintosh (7.0 above) and Windows (3.1/95/98). Japanese text. Note: Please be aware that there may be some compatibility differences with U.S. systems. (42/LY-PH007) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM (x2) $85.00 ********************* MERCHANDISE Apparel DEVIL ANGEL T-SHIRT Ooh-la-la, a provocative design that is just short of risquÈ. Here's a full frontal design presented on a black beefy T-shirt. (133/NUTS37) (CAUT: 4) MATURE MATERIAL L-XL $19.95 GUNDAM RX-78 T-SHIRT This powerful image will defend you to the last, and the striking design really looks good against the background of a black, 100% cotton shirt. (133/NUTS38). (CAUT: 4) L-XL $19.95 SAILOR MOON SLUMBER PARTY T-SHIRT The Sailor Scouts have never looked more fetching than in this group image which is screenprinted on a black, 100% cotton T-shirt. (133/NUTS6) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $19.95 Backpacks OFFERED AGAIN O/A P-CHAN PLUSH BACKPACK This 8-inch plush figure of the lovable P-Chan comes complete with backpack straps and a special secret compartment in which to store your valuables. A great gift for any Ranma 1/2 fan. (133/ZAI01). (CAUT: 4) Backpack $24.99 ********************* Coin Banks PIKACHU II FIGURAL COIN BANK #2 The second in a series of cool Pikachu figural coin banks. Let Pikachu stand guard over your precious coins and you'll be able to sleep comfortably at night. Measures 6-inches tall and comes fully painted. (6094/606045) (CAUT: 4) Bank $17.95 ROCKMAN X 8-INCH FIGURAL COIN BANK Measuring an impressive 8-inches tall, this fully painted figural bank is the perfect place to store your loose change. No one will dare mess with Rockman-X (known as Megaman in the U.S.) so your dimes and nickels are safe! Comes in three random colors: blue, green or red. (6094/608018) (CAUT: 4) Bank $21.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A P-CHAN FIGURAL COIN BANK Poor P-Chan has gone cross-eyed just counting your money, and there is no doubt that he can hold a lot of your change in this bulky 7.5" tall figure. (133/CB04) (CAUT: 4) Bank $21.95 *********************** Keychains OFFERED AGAIN O/A RANMA 1/2: P-CHAN KEYCHAIN ASSORTMENT This assortment includes five identical P-Chan keychains. These one-inch beauties are perfect gifts for your fellow anime-loving friends. (133/KR02) (CAUT: 4) Keychain Asst. (x5) $14.95 *********************** Models ANIME SLAVE CAT-WOMAN RESIN MODEL KIT SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Comes unpainted, assembly and steady hand required. Base and chain not included. (6094/A-0019) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Kit $59.00 BELLDANDY PORTRAIT BUST RESIN MODEL KIT Let the bedazzling Belldandy keep you company with this enchanting 1:8 scale resin kit. The perfect bookshelf decoration for all Ah! My Goddess aficionados. Comes unpainted and assembly required. (6094/569) (CAUT: 4) Kit $49.00 UTENA TENJOU RESIN MODEL KIT Measuring an impressive 14-inches tall, the lovely Utena from the exciting Revolutionary Girl Utena (Shoujo Kakumei Utena) anime is immortalized in this great resin model kit. Comes unpainted and assembly is required. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Kit $67.00 Playing Cards FUSHIGI YUUGI PLAYING CARDS #3 Play some high stakes poker with this handy deck of playing cards based on the popular Fushigi Yuugi anime. Styled after the standard poker deck, 2 1/2" x 3 3/8", with rounded corners. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Playing Cards $4.95 SAILOR MOON FOIL PLAYING CARDS Watch out Sailor Moon fans, this foil enhanced card deck features some of the most stunning images from the entire series. Styled after the standard poker deck, 2 1/2" x 3 3/8", with rounded corners. (4426/IM1003) (CAUT: 4) Playing Cards $6.95 YU-YU-HAKUSHO PLAYING CARDS #3 Show off with this deck of playing cards featuring images from the exciting Yu-Yu- Hakusho anime. Styled after the standard poker deck, 2 1/2" x 3 3/8", with rounded corners. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Playing Cards $4.95 Posters DARKSTALKERS GROUP POSTER A great full-color image from the exciting Darkstakers (Night Warriors) anime series. (133/NUMI11) (CAUT:4) Poster, 14x20, FC $4.95 DRAGONBALL Z POSTER #11 Another great image from Akira Toriyama's hugely successful anime and manga series. Arrayed above a Dragonball Z logo are Piccolo, Gokou, Gohan, and Gogeeta. (426/PDB1521-IM40011) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the United States. Poster, 15x21, FC $4.95 I"S BIKINI CLAD ITSUKI POSTER Here's an image from the latest series by the incomparable Katsura, creator of Video Girl Ai and Shadow Lady. Talk about your sexy anime babes! (133/NUMI06) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 14x20, FC $4.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION POSTER #5 This full-color laminated poster features the tantalizing image of Rei and Asuka leisurely lounging around in their skimpy sleepwear. (6094/2974) (CAUt: 4) Poster, 15x20, FC $4.95 POCKET MONSTERS POSTER #8 Ash, Pikachu, Misty and Brock are out to catch the big one on this full-color laminated poster. The perfect decoration for all Pokémon fans! (6094/2970) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 15x20, FC $4.95 POCKET MONSTERS POSTER #9 Here's a visual love potion for Pokémon fans, a glorious gathering of the little guys in all their glory. Get yours today because these little guys are bound to escape soon. (6094/3001) (CAUT: 4). Poster, 20x15, FC $4.95 RANMA 1/2: THE GANG'S ALL HERE POSTER All your favorite characters from Rumiko Takahashi's classic fantasy manga series are presented on this colorful poster. (133/NUMI05) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 14x20, FC $4.95 SAILOR MOON POSTER #5 Here's a portrait of the wedding party which includes Sailor Moon, Tuxedo Mask as well as the four faithful Sailor Scouts. (4426/IM019) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 15x21, FC $4.95 Puzzles DRAGON BALL GT 100-PIECE PUZZLE This 100-piece jigsaw puzzle features the heroes of the popular Dragon Ball GT TV anime ‹ Gokou, Trunks, Pan and Giro. Once assembled, this full-color image measures 10" x 15". (6094/100-91) (CAUT: 4) Puzzle, 10x15, FC $7.95 FUSHIGI YUUGI GROUP 100-PIECE PUZZLE Test your skills with this full-color 100-piece puzzle featuring a dazzling group portrait of the characters from the exciting Fushigi Yuugi anime. (6094/100-88) (CAUT: 4) Puzzle, 15x10, FC $7.95 Stickers POCKET MONSTERS STICKER SHEET #5 Decorate your most cherished notebooks with your favorite Pocket Monsters (a.k.a. Pokémon! 12 stickers total. (6094/PS208) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 POCKET MONSTERS STICKER SHEET #6 More Pokémon stickers! This sheet features 12 stickers of your favorite characters. (6094/PS200) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 RANMA 1/2 STICKER SHEET #9 Here's 15 stickers of Ranma and the gang for your sticking pleasure. (6094/1098) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $3.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION SEAL COLLECTION This extremely cool set of stickers from Studio Gainax's groundbreaking science fiction anime includes 6 sticker sheets containing 49 ultra cool Evangelion stickers plus a foldout color booklet. One of the coolest aspects of this sticker collection is that it comes packaged in a very official looking CD jewel case. (42) (CAUT: 4) Stickers $11.00 POCKET MONSTERS LASER CARD STICKER PACK #2 This pack contains nine different reflective foil "laser" sticker cards of your favorite Pocket Monsters. The backs all feature additional artwork. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Pack (x9) $3.50 Toys/Figures PIKACHU GIANT 14-INCH PLUSH FIGURE This terminally cute ball of yellow plush is the most disarming version of the playful Pikachu that we've seen yet. This imported 14-inch tall ball of spunky love is bound to please Pokémon fans everywhere. (6094/4329) (CAUT: 4) Plush Doll $54.00 POCKET MONSTERS PIKACHU 3-PIECE PVC SET A nifty boxed set featuring three 2" tall Pikachu PVC figures each featured in different poses. Also includes a decorative 5" x 2" cardboard background scene. (6094/4333) (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) $15.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A RANMA 1/2 P-CHAN PLUSH This 8" plush figure of the cute and cuddly P-Chan is a must for all Ranma fans. Get yours today and be sure to snuggle up with it while you sleep at night. Sweet dreams! (133/NUPL01) (CAUT: 4) Plush Figure $18.95 *********************** Wall Scrolls DRAGON BALL GT MINI CANE WALL SCROLL The most recent version of Akira Toriyama's Dragon Ball saga, is Dragon Ball GT, a deliberate return to the youthful characters that gave the earlier series such life and dynamism. Gokou is still the cutest little martial artist in the world, and he dominates this 12" x 16" cane wall scroll image. (6094/C-011) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 12x16, FC $7.95 FINAL FANTASY VIII WALL SCROLL #2 Enhance your otaku hideout with this decorative cloth wall hanging featuring a dynamic image along with the cast from the highly anticipated PlayStation game Final Fantasy VIII (already released in Japan). (6094/LC395) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 33x44, FC $19.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION WALL SCROLL #8 Decked out in gorgeous evening attire, the lovely and radiant Rei Ayanami displays a softer side to herself on this full-color cloth wall hanging. (6094/CL-389) (CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 33x44, FC $19.95 POCKET MONSTERS WALL SCROLL #6 Pocket Monsters attack! This colorful cloth wall hanging features a dynamic image of Pikachu along with his fellow Pocket Monsters. (6094/CL392) CAUT: 4) Wall Scroll, 33x44, FC $19.95 Misc. Items POCKET MONSTERS COLORING BOOK A cute image of Pikachu adorns the front and back covers of this 16-page coloring book. Whip out the markers and test your artistic talents on various Pocket Monsters. (6094/CB4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 16pg, b&w $4.95 LUM MOUSE PAD Another classic image from the delightful works of Rumiko Takahashi, Japan's leading female artist. Standard foam mouse pad with full-color graphics. (133/NUMP04) (CAUT: 4) Mouse Pad $10.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION W SEAL POSTCARD PACK This sealed package contains five full-color postcards from the most-heralded science fiction anime series of the 90s. The cards in this pack are part of a series of 25 great postcard designs from "Project EVA." (42) (CAUT: 4) Postcards (x5), 4x6, FC $10.95 FUSHIGI YUUGI LAMINATED IDOL CARD SET #1 A set of five trading card sized (2" x 3") laminated pictures featuring images from the Fushigi Yuugi anime series. Images taken from various sources. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION IDOL CARD SET #9 A set of five full-color laminated trading card sized (2" x 3") pictures featuring images from the popular Evangelion anime. Images taken from various sources. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 POCKET MONSTERS LAMINATED IDOL CARD SET #3 Admire your favorite Pocket Monsters and characters from the popular anime which are featured on this set of five trading card sized (2" x 3") laminated pictures. Images taken from various sources. (6094) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $4.95 Trading Cards FINAL FANTASY VIII CARDDASS MASTERS T/C BOX Based on the highly anticipated Final Fantasy VIII PLayStation game, this Carddass Masters trading card series captures the essence of the popular saga and the characters. Produced by Bandai, each box includes 15 packs, each of which contains 10 colorful cards. A complete set runs 139 cards. Great art and production values. (42) (CAUT: 4) Box PI VIPER SERIES I TRADING CARD BOX SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. There are 108 cards in the series altogether and each box contains16, ten-card foil packs. (42) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in the UK, Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Box PI TRADING CARDS SECTION COOL COLLECTIBLES ************** NOTE: The products listed below are often hand-collated by independent repackagers. Not all of these products will ship in factory packaging. **************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A 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: ³Slayer Speak,² ³Giles¹ Secret Library,² ³The Beastiary,² 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 (x73) PI ******************** BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON ONE CHASE CARD SET Six different chase cards from the Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season One Cards. (145) Set (x6) PI DAWN: ANOTHER CARD SET CHASE CARD SUBSET Now's your chance to get the entire set of ultra-rare chase cards from Joseph Michael Linsner's best-selling Dawn: Another Card Set! The set features landmark images of Dawn, as well as a few surprises! 6 cards per set. (8291) Set (x6) PI HEAVY METAL F.A.K.K.2 AUTOGRAPHED TRADING CARD COLLECTION This complete collection of 72 cards comes with three rare autographed chase cards ‹ B- movie queen Julie Strain, painter Simon Bisley, and writer Kevin Eastman. 75 cards. Per set. (145) Set (x75) PI JULIE STRAIN'S MARILYN 2000 ALL OMNICHROME COLLECTOR CARDS SET In the tradition of the Bettie 2000 set, Julie Strain serves up all-new steamy interpretations of Marilyn Monroe. Seventy-two different full-color All-Omnichrome cards. First issued in 1998 by Comic Images. (145) Set (x72) PI JULIE STRAIN MARILYN 2000 LUSTRE CHROME CHASE CARD SET All six Lustre Chrome chase cards from the Marilyn 2000 set featuring Julie Strain posing as Marilyn Monroe. (145) Set (x6) PI MADMAN PHONE CARD "A lot of me is in Madman." So in a way, each phone card will contain a little piece of creator Mike Allred (as well as five minutes of prepaid long distance). What a deal! Limited to 1,000. (7023) Card PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A SLIDERS CARD SET This complete set of Sliders cards features "The World of Acclaim" (with art and story synopses from the comics) and "Alternate World Visions" (featuring the most fascinating worlds visited on the show), as well as character cards, profiles, and more. 72 cards per set. (145) Set (x 72) PI ********** STAR TREK ORIGINAL SERIES 1, 2, AND 3 COMPLETE COLLECTION A very complete set of 246 different full-color cards from all three Star Trek sets (Season 1, Season 2, and Season 3) originally issued by Fleer/Skybox, plus the very rare Season One Error Promo card with the line "Coming Stardate 10.97". When the release of the Season One card was delayed, Fleer/Skybox reissued the Common Promo Card to read "Coming Stardate 12.97." (145) Set (x246) PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A TOPPS STAR WARS SERIES I STICKER SET From 1977. Included as an insert for the original Star Wars Series I card series, this eleven-sticker set includes all the most exciting Star Wars characters ‹ Luke, Han, Leia, Darth Vader, Obi-Wan, C-3PO, R2-D2, and more! (145) Set (x11) PI O/A STAR WARS 1997 KELLOGG'S JUMBO 3-D CARD SET This set contains three different full-color tri-pack premium cards utilizing state-of-the-art 3-D technology. Only test-marketed, these cards were originally available to less than 2% of North America! Each card measures a Super-Jumbo 5.75" x 7.5" and features a scene from one of the three Star Wars movies. 3 cards per set. (145) Set (x3) PI O/A STAR WARS DARTH VADER PROMOTIONAL CARD SET A collection of six different Mint Darth Vader promo cards, including: Star Wars WideVision #SWP5, Empire Strikes Back WideVision Promos #0 and #P1, Star Wars Galaxy I #0, Star Wars Galaxy II #00, and Star Wars Galaxy III #P3. 6 cards per set. Set (x6) PI STAR OF THE MONTH STAR WARS GALAXY III CARDS Thrill to this third 90-card series featuring Star Wars artwork from both the Lucasfilm Archives and some of comics¹ biggest talents! This 90-card set pays tribute to the 15th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back and brand new multiple layers of dynamic chase cards! 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (STAR01460) (8394) Box PI ****************** STAR WARS GALAXY III HAND COLLATED SET WITH LUCAS ARTS SET Includes the regular 90-card set plus the 12-card Lucas Art set. 102 cards per set. (8394) Set (x102) PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS GALAXY 3 CLEAR ZONE CARD SET Contains the 6-card Clear Zone set from Star Wars Galaxy 3. 6 cards per set. (8394) Set (x6) PI O/A STAR WARS GALAXY 3 FOIL ETCHED CARD SET Contains the 6-card foil-etched set from Star Wars Galaxy 3. 6 cards per set. (8394) Set (x6) PI ********** WOMEN OF JAMES BOND BOND'S BEST CHASE CARD SET Three of the most popular Bond women of all time on three different extra-large 4 1/2" x 2 1/2" chase cards. 3 cards per set. (145) Set (x3) PI WOMEN OF JAMES BOND EARLY ENCOUNTERS CHASE CARD SET The beautiful women from the classic first three James Bond films ‹ Dr. No, From Russia With Love, and Goldfinger ‹ on six chase cards. 6 cards per set. (145) Set (x6) PI WOMEN OF JAMES BOND MYSTERY CHASE CARD Who is the unknown Bond girl featured in the Mystery Bond Girl chase card ‹ hot actress Minnie Driver (Goldeneye)! Now she can be all yours. Card PI WOMEN OF JAMES BOND RARE AUTOGRAPH CARD INSERT SET Five of the beautiful foes and friends of James Bond lent their signature to these five chase cards. Set (x5) PI WRESTLEMANIA 1999 LIVE PHOTO CARDS COLLECTION Featuring 54 giant 4" x 6" glossy wrestling shots on photo quality stock. Features the stars of past and present Wrestlemanias including Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker, Bret "Hit Man" Hart, Owen Hart, Andre the Giant, Sable, Kanem Mankind, George the Animal Steele, Macho Randy Savage, Elizabeth Chyna, and more. Includes a bonus two-card Wrestlemania Promo Card set. 56 cards per set. (145) Set (x56) PI WRESTLEMANIA 1999 LIVE LEGENDARY CHAMPS FOIL-STAMPED CHASE SET Six giant 4" x 6" foil-stamped chase cards featuring the top stars of Wrestlemania ‹ Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Undertaker, "Heart Break" Kid Shawn Michaels, Hulk Hogan, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, and Yokozuma. (145) Set (x6) PI XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS SERIES II COMPLETE TRADING CARD COLLECTION Features 72 Xena Season II episode cards highlighting every show of the season, all six Chromium Chase cards, and a Promo Card. 79 cards per set. Set (x79) PI THE X-FILES SEASON ONE EPISODE GUIDE, POCKET PLANNER, AND LIMITED EDITION PRINT COLLECTION This very rare set from Photon Production was not even released in the United States. This collection features three different full-color X-Files Season One Collectibles including The X-Files Fold-A-Card Season One Episode Guide, The X-Files Fold-A-Card 1996 Pocket Planner, and a beautiful 8" x 10" full-color X-Files Limited Edition Print with David Duchovny. Set PI SPORTS CARDS BLEACHERS GEM OF THE NFL 23KT. GOLD SCULPTURED CARDS Originally inserted into packs of Pro Line Gems. These two 23-karat gold sculptured cards honor two of the finest players competing in the NFL today ‹ 1998 Super Bowl M.V.P. John Elway, and top running back Terrell Davis. Both are hand-etched and minted onto a 23kt. gold foil sheet. ELWAY‹Card PI DAVIS‹Card PI MARK MCGWIRE 70TH HOME RUN 23KT. GOLD SCULPTURED CARD Isn't 70 a nice round number? McGwire's record 70th single-season home run is commemorated in one of Bleachers' incredible 23kt. gold sculptured card. Each card is hand-etched and minted on a 23kt. gold foil sheet, then packaged in a clear acrylic card holder and put into a collectible gold foil-stamped box. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Card PI NOLAN RYAN FOUR-CARD TRIBUTE TRAIN SET All aboard for the "Ryan Express," now heading directly to Cooperstown! This unique collectible is a set of four H.O. scale die-cast train collection. But still not as fast as Ryan's famous fast ball. Set (x4) PI SAMMY SOSA 66TH HOME RUN GOLD SCULPTURED CARD A perfect tribute to the Dominican superstar with the heart of gold. Each card is hand- etched and minted on a 23kt. gold foil sheet, then packaged in a clear acrylic card holder and put into a collectible gold foil-stamped box. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Card PI FLEER FLEER 1999 BRILLIANTS BASEBALL CARDS Featuring the best and brightest major league stars. This 175-card set includes 125 veterans and 50 rookies (inserted in 1:2 packs). With three numbered parallel sets, Brilliant Blue (1:3 veterans, 1:6 rookies), 99 numbered Brilliant Gold, and 24 numbered 24kt. gold cards. Plus, this series includes three limited edition inserts: 15 Illuminators (1:10 packs), 15 Shining Stars (1:20 packs), and 15 Pulsars (1:400). Limited quantities. 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI FLEER 1999 MOLTEN METAL BASEBALL CARDS A hobby-only exclusive. Awesome metallic cards of the top players in baseball! Each player represented in the set will get two cards ‹ one basic and one Xplosion, plus, 50 of the selected players will have a third Fusion card. Cards will be seeded at different ratios. Limited quantities. 6 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI FLEER 1999 SHOWCASE NBA CARDS It's back to the courts with a new 270-card set featuring three versions of 90 top NBA stars, including the sequentially-numbered third tier. Includes a parallel foiled Legacy Collection (numbered to 99 sets) and the parallel Legacy Collection Masterpieces (limited to just one set!). And don't forget the two limited-edition inserts: 15 Class of 98 Rookies (numbered to 1,000) and 15 Take It 2 The Net top players (numbered to 500). Limited quantities. 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI FLEER 1999 ULTRA FOOTBALL CARDS With hobby-exclusive parallels. A series of 300 of the top NFL players made up of 247 regular players, three checklists, and 40 rookies (seeded in 1:4 packs), plus ten Super Bowl XXXIII cards, with photos from the past Super Bowl, seeded in 1:8 packs. Limited edition insert sets include 20 Over the Top (seeded 1:6 packs), 15 Caught in the Draft (seeded 1:18 packs), 15 Counterparts (seeded 1:36 packs), 15 Damage, Inc. (Seeded in 1:72 packs), and 15 As Good As It Gets (seeded 1: 288 packs). Also includes these three hobby-exclusive parallels ‹ Gold Medallion (one per pack with 1:25 ratio of rookies), Platinum Medallion (99 numbered regular players and 65 numbered rookies), and one of one foiled Masterpieces. Limited quantities. 10 cards per pack. 24 packs per back. Box PI JPP WWF "RAW IS WAR" LENTICULAR ACTION CARDS These cards really rumble! Jammed packed with head-slammin', power-driving moves, you'll see Stone Cold Steve Austin, the Undertaker, Chyna, Kane, Mankind, and more in incredible lenticular motion! A 40-card series with in-your-face action on every card! 4 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI PACIFIC PACIFIC INVINCIBLE BASEBALL CARDS A unique series of damage-resistant, high-tech, laminated cards! Each with a picture cel mounted within the card, and full foil and etching. Includes a base set of 150 cards and a parallel Platinum Blue set of 67 cards. The six insert sets will include 40 (2 of 20 players) partial foil/holographic gold cards (1 per pack); 40 (2 of 20 players) partial foil/holographic silver cards (1 per pack); 20 stars on full-foil, etched cards (2:37 packs); 20 home run hitters on full-foil cards (1: 145 packs); 10 partial foil cards (1: 73 cards), and 10 numbered redemption cards for a large blow-up card. Limited quantities. 3 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. Box PI PACIFIC MLB CROWN ROYALE BASEBALL CARDS Pacific's marquee series featuring 144 base cards with the traditional crown logo, with two more cards per pack! This year's series includes the brand-new Kramer's Choice jumbo card, packed one per box in six parallel sets ‹ 35 numbered sets of Dark Blue Foil, 30 numbered sets of Green Foil, 25 numbered sets of Red Foil, 20 numbered sets of Light Blue Foil, 10 numbered sets of Gold Foil, and just one serial-numbered set autographed by Mike Cramer. Other inserts include 20 Rookies (1:73 packs), 20 Master Performers (2:25 packs), 25 holographic silver foil Pivotal Players (1 per pack), 25 holographic gold foil Pillars of the Fame (1 per pack), and 10 Living Legends, limited to 375 sequentially numbered sets. Limited quantities. 6 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI PACIFIC 1999-2000 NFL REVOLUTION FOOTBALL CARDS With three hobby-only inserts. More stars, more often! These distinctively designed cards use two foils, etching, and embossing on all 150 base cards. Inserts include 36 holographic silver foil etched Touchdown Laser Cuts (1:49 packs), 20 Prime Time Performers Laser- Cuts (1:25 packs), 20 Touchdown Laser Cuts (1:49 packs), and 10 NFL Icons with full foil and etching (1:121 packs). Hobby-only inserts include 30 Rookies & Stars (20 rookies, 10 stars, seeded 4:25 packs), Parallels of 20 Rookies limited to 50 numbered sets, and the stamped "Shadow Series" off the main set, limited to 99 numbered sets. 3 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI TMI WCW/NWO PHOTOCARDS A set of 108 4" x 6" photos of the top battling behemoths. Grrrr! 6 cards per pack. 6 packs per box. (6 x 6 = "36 photos"?) Box PI WCW/NWO PHOTOCARD ALBUM A man-sized album designed for all 108 larger-than-life WCW/nWo photocards! Comes with a bonus pack of six cards. Comes shrink-wrapped. Album PI WCW/NWO STICKERS One hundred and fifty awesome high-quality stickers, featuring all the top WCW grapplers! 5 stickers per pack. 100 packs per box. Box PI WCW/NWO STICKER ALBUM Filled with high-quality album paper for all 150 WCW/nWo stickers. Includes a bonus pack of 18 stickers. Album PI TOPPS TOPPS 1998-99 CHROME BASKETBALL CARDS An all-chrome series of 220 cards featuring 118 players and two checklists with a parallel series of 220 refractor versions of the basic set. Inserts include 30 Season's Best, the top five players at each position, and the top five 1997-98 rookies; 30 Season's Best Refractors, 15 Coast to Coast, the top 15 players who can take it from one end of the court to the other; 15 Coast to Coast Refractors; 10 Hall of Fame Players, now in or due to be inducted; 10 Hall of Fame Refractors; 15 Apparitions, players who make you think you're seeing things; and the hobby-only Apparitions Refractors. 4 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (878-98H) Box PI TOPPS 1999 GALLERY BASEBALL CARDS Emphasizing the "Art of Baseball" with action photography, Serigraph textures simulating paint strokes, and inserts honoring the great artisans of baseball. Featuring UV coating and special fifth-ink logos to prevent counterfeiting. The 100 base cards each use an action photo emphasizing the art of baseball. The 50 subset cards feature traditional posed portraits. Subsets are divided into 17 Masters (1:3 packs), 17 younger Artisans (1:3 packs), and 16 rookie Apprentices (1: 3 packs). Inserts include 150 Players Private issue with foil stamp, each sequentially numbered to 250; 20 Exhibitions (1:48 packs) with embossed stimulated canvas texture; 20 Topps 1953 Heritage with foil stamp (1:12 packs), 10 chrome Awards Gallery (1: 12 packs), 10 die-cut Gallery of Heroes (1: 24 packs), 3 Topps Certified Autographs, 150 actual printing press plates, 100 Gallery Auction Points Card with Bifold Info Card (25- 5,000 points), inserted one to a pack. Limited quantities. 6 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (923-99H) Box PI BOWMAN 1999 CHROME BASEBALL CARDS The top picks of the 1999 Bowman Baseball Series I in specially designed deluxe cards. With 220 all-chrome cards in the basic set including 70 Veterans Stars and 150 Top Prospects. Parallel cards include 229 basic card Refractors; 220 Bowman International; 100 sequentially numbered International Refractors; 220 Bowman Gold; and 25 sequentially numbered Bowman Gold Refractors. Inserts include 21 Scout's Choice with another 21 Scout's Choice Refractors, and 18 Diamond Aces (9 veterans and 9 rookies) with another 18 Diamond Aces Refractors. Limited quantities. 4 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (821- 99H) Box PI TOPPS 1999 GOLD LABEL BASEBALL CARDS One hundred Major Leaguers on 35-point rainbow plastic stock and gold hot stamping. Each player will have three variations to his card ‹ background fielding photo, background running photo, and background hitting photo. Parallel cards include 100 Black Label cards with the three photo options, and 100 Red Label composed of 100 sequentially numbered fielding-photo backgrounds, 50 numbered running-photo backgrounds, and 25 numbered hitting-photo backgrounds. Inserts include 10 Race to Aaron (the five hitters closest to his hitting record), 10 Black Label Race to Aaron, 44 numbered Red Label Race to Aaron, and the One to One of each card, parallel, and insert printed on Super Bright Chrome (each sequentially numbered to 930). Limited quantities. 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (924-99H) Box PI UPPER DECK MICHAEL JORDON LUNCH BOX A cool Michael Jordon lunchbox packed with a bonus set of 30 Michael Jordan cards featuring his greatest shots of all time. Limited quantities. Box & Pack PI MARK MCGWIRE LUNCH BOX For the baseball fan comes the Mark McGwire lunch box filled with a set of 30 Mark McGwire cards spotlighting the best of his awesome home runs. Limited quantities. Box & Pack PI UPPER DECK 1999 IONIX FOOTBALL CARDS Introducing the new Upper Deck Ionix technology which creates a super-thick, double- laminated, metalized high-tech card ‹ just the way you like your football! The 90-card set includes 60 regular cards and 30 Rookie Firepower (1:4 ratio) cards of the 30 top 1999 NFL draftees. Inserts include 750 numbered Reciprocal of the basic 60 with front and back photos switched, and 100 numbered Rookie Firepower Reciprocals; 10 Power F/X cards (1:11 packs); 20 Electronic Forces Cards (1:6 packs), 25 Astronomix (1:23 packs) cards highlighting the statistics of the top 25 NFL stars; 15 holographic Warp Zone cards (1:108 packs); 10 rainbow foil HoloGrFX (1: 5,000 packs); and 100 numbered cards for 10 UD Authentic signed rookie cards. 4 cards per pack. 20 packs per box. Box PI UPPER DECK 1999 MVP BASEBALL CARDS With four hobby-only inserts. A 220-card series of the most collectible major league stars and rookies with autograph and game-used souvenir card inserts! Inserts include 12 Swing Time of great hitters (1:6 packs), 15 Scout's Choice, best performers on Light F/X cards (1:9 packs), 15 Power Surges of top sluggers (1: 9 packs), 15 Super Tools (1:14 packs), 15 Dynamics superstars (1: 28 packs, 1 per box), and 220 Silver Script with silver facsimile signature (1:2 packs),. Hobby-only inserts include 220 Gold Scripts, each sequentially numbered to 100, 220 Super Scripts with holo signature, each numbered to 25, 10 Game-Used Souvenirs with actual bat pieces in the card (1:144 packs), and 2 Autographed Editions, each numbered to the player's jersey number. 10 cards per pack. 28 packs per box. Box PI UPPER DECK ROAD TO THE CUP MOTORSPORTS CARDS Featuring a miniature die-cast car in every box! Other inserts include 20 NASCAR Chronicles (1: 2 packs); 10 A Day in the Life (1:6 packs); 15 Upper Deck Profiles (1:11 packs); 10 Road to the Cup Level 1 (1: 12 packs), Level 2 (1: 23 packs), and Level 3 (1: 48 packs); 999 sequentially numbered NASCAR Signature Collection Autographed; 5 Tires of Daytona (1: 525); 2 Tires of Daytona Autographed; and 5 miniature Die-Cast redemption cards (1:950 packs). 10 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. Box PI NON-SPORTS CARDS COMIC IMAGES BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE PHOTOCARD COLLECTOR'S CARDS The Beatles' mod odyssey sets sail again in 1999 with a collection of 72 4" x 6" glossy, high-quality images. Photocard fronts capture the eye-popping magic of this classic animated feature, while the backs provide information about all aspects of the film and the Beatles themselves. Includes six foil-stamped chase cards. Packed in envelopes. 6 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (15012) Box PI BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE PHOTOCARD COLLECTION ALBUM A custom-printed album with enough pages to hold the entire series of the Beatles Yellow Submarine 4" x 6" Photocards. (15312) Album PI JERRY SPRINGER SECURITY STUDS CHASE CARD SET The original series was canceled (censorship?!?), but the chase cards live on. This set includes six OmniChrome of the Jerry Springer Show Security Studs, Steve Wilkos, and Todd Schultz, and includes one signed card from either Wilkos or Schultz. Make war with sleaze, please. Limited to 400. (90611) Set (x6) PI STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN GOLD CARD Top WWF Wrestler Stone Cold Steve Austin looks even more impressive on this 23kt. Gold Sculptured card! Each sequentially numbered card is minted on over 17 square inches of pure gold foil, and comes with a crystal clear holder, and a collectible foil-stamped box. (90612) Card PI FLEER STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION SEASON 7 CARDS Featuring twenty autographed cards from the main cast inserted into one out of every 36 packs. The final season of The Next Generation is commemorated in this 100-card set featuring 72 Episode cards (3 of each Season 7 episode); one checklist; nine Timeline mural cards which together form a larger picture; and 18 character murals (9 each of Picard and Data from all seven seasons). Limited edition inserts include three Klingon cards (1: 12 packs), three character cards, Lursa, Hugh, and Tomalak (1: 12 packs), two flip holograms of the Enterprise, and the case from Season 1 and 7, and the 20 autographed cards (1:36 packs). 11 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. Box PI WILD, WILD WEST CARDS Based on the new movie starring Will Smith and Kevin Kline. This 81-card set includes 71 plot cards with scenes and quotes from the movie, and nine character profile cards. Limited edition inserts include 15 autographed cards (1:36 packs), nine Behind-The-Scenes Sketches (1: 4 cards), 9 Gordon's Gadgets (1:18 packs), and three Platinum Portraits of Will Smith (James West) on platinum foil. 9 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. NOTE: Autographed series does not include Will Smith. Box PI INKWORKS BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER PHOTOCARDS Sarah Michelle Gellar and the other beautiful young cast members of Buffy the Vampire Slayer look stunning on these 54 4" x 6" photocards. Made for you fans who just can't get enough of Buffy! 6 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (11580) Box PI BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 2 MINI PRESS SHEET Dark Destiny An all-new foil printed press sheet with a darkly romantic picture of Buffy and Angel. Sequentially numbered and limited to 999. (11525) Press Sheet PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 1 MINI PRESS SHEET The Chosen One An all-new foil printed press sheet with a stunning head shot of actress Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy). Sequentially numbered and limited to 3,500. (11550) Press Sheet PI ************* TMI NSYNC PHOTOCARDS You don't wait in line for hours to see the hot group NYSYNC. They'll be up close and personal in this series of glossy 4" x 6" photocards. Try not to faint. 6 cards per pack. 30 packs per box. Box PI NYSYNC PHOTOCARD ALBUM Especially designed to hold all your precious 4" x 6" NYSYNC Photocards. Includes a bonus pack of six photocards. Album PI TARZAN STICKERS From the upcoming Disney animated epic Tarzan, comes a new shipment of high-quality Tarzan stickers. Don't go into the jungle without 'em! 5 stickers per pack. 100 packs per box. Box PI TARZAN STICKER ALBUM Especially designed to withstand the rigors of Tarzan sticker storage. Comes with a set of original Tarzan stickers. Album PI TITANIC BEAR TRIPLEHEADER SET A set of three plush bears who miraculously survived the Titanic disaster. How did they do it? Well, that's a story for another time.... Set (x 3) PI TOPPS XENA WARRIOR PRINCESS SERIES 3 CARDS Featuring highlights from the third and fourth season of the hit TV show. Scheduled inserts include nine clear cards and two Omnichrome cards. 8 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. Box PI GAMES SECTION ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT Legend of the Five Rings MIDNIGHT¹S BLOOD ADVENTURES by John R. Pythyon, Jr. & Jim Moore Plagues have devastated the Phoenix lands, destroying villages and slaughtering thousands. Soon, it may spread to the lands of the entire Empire. Elsewhere, a lost sword is recovered from a watery grave, heralding doom for the Crane Clan. Two adventures of heroism and warfare to challenge your players. (4005) (CAUT: 4) SC $9.95 WAY OF THE DRAGON CLAN BOOK THIRD PRINTING It¹s the one re-stock you¹ve been looking forward to in 1999... back from out-of-print hibernation... The Way of the Dragon (third printing)! This fabulous first in the Way of the Clans series of sourcebooks for the Legend of the Five Rings role-playing game provides gamemasters and players with detailed information and a complete history of the Dragon Clan, along with advanced character generation rules, statistics for famous NPCs, character templates, the Clan's deadliest battles, and rules for creating Ise zumi‹the famous Dragon Clan Tatooed Men. (3003) (CAUT: 4) SC $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS RPG CORE RULEBOOK SECOND PRINTING Previously offered in Previews Update #318! This second printing allows players to enter the dangerous and mysterious world of Rokugan as valiant samurai, and spell-slinging shugenja. Face the horrible undead creatures of the Shadowlands, shadowy ninja, and the warriors of the enemy clans. Contains rules for character creations, magic, religion, and more. (3001) (CAUT: 4) HC, 256pg $30.00 ****************************** ATLAS GAMES UNKNOWN ARMIES ONE SHOT ADVENTURES This new anthology of scenarios for Unknown Armies is like a sleek hot rod with a full tank of gas ‹ all you gotta do is put the pedal to the metal, pop the clutch, and roll! Each scenario is a stand-alone adventure complete with pre-generated characters. Any one of them can be prepped and run on short notice, perfect for a no-strings-attached night of gaming, a convention one-off, or an in-store demo. No character creation, no lengthy prep, no big campaign commitments ‹ just lock, load, and get ready for a trip into Strangeville, U.S.A. Take your best shot! (AG6001) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $14.95 CORRUPTION CARD GAME You¹ve got to spend money to make money. In Corruption, you discreetly fork over bribes to the powers that be ‹ specifically, the powers that award lucrative construction contracts. If your bribes are sufficient, your firm will get good contracts and its bottom line will swell. If your competitors¹ lucre shines brighter, though, you¹ve lost opportunities, profits, and the satisfaction that some bureaucrat¹s Caribbean tour on your dime was at least good for something. Corruption is a card game of pure strategy. It combines poker¹s crafty deception with the crooked milieu of the Gilded Age. This airtight European design from French game creator Bruno Faidutti will tempt game players of all stripes. Includes 112 cards and rules in a tuckbox. (AG1220) (CAUT: 4) Card Game $18.95 CELL ENTERTAINMENT DARKNESS SOURCEBOOK This supplement deals with the tempting Darkness and its many manifestations in the world of Gemini. The possessed, the magicians, the heretic Knight Templars, Marquis Lazarus and the Desecrated Cathedral of Neremeth, and much, much more! (CE-1002) (CAUT: 4) HC, 112pg, PC $24.95 CHEAPASS GAMES DEADWOOD CARD GAME Welcome to Deadwood Studios, the best refuge for the worst actors in the Western world. Deadwood prides itself on volume, because that¹s pretty much all it ever creates. And for a genuine piece of talent like yourself, there¹s no better place to make a living. Complete with incredible artwork by Phil Foglio, Deadwood is a classic Cheapass-style board game in which players race to make money by taking roles on a cheesy Western backlot. Players walk from scene to scene trying to garner such coveted roles as ³Woman in Black Dress,² ³Man on Fire,² and ³Falls off Roof.² You can improve your acting status if you want, but at the end of the day it all comes down to whoever makes the most cash. Y¹know, just like life. (CAG020) (CAUT: 4) Game $5.00 RENFIELD CARD GAME Even wonder what the gravediggers in Parts Unknown do for fun? They get together every Friday and play a few hands of Renfield. This new card game incorporates elements of trick-taking and gambling games, with art by Cheapass artist Mike O¹Connor. Renfield is a savage money game, where the object is to achieve the lowest positive score, and every point you take costs money to the pot. It¹s crafty, mean, and brutal. What else would you expect from a bunch of mean-spirited gravediggers? (CAG019) (CAUT: 4) Game $6.00 CORSAIR PUBLISHING Sovereign Stone SOVEREIGN STONE RPG CORE RULEBOOK by Don Perrin & Lester Smith Here at last is the long-awaited role-playing game set in a world created by renowned fantasy artist Larry Elmore. It¹s a world of high adventure and deepest treachery, a world of fantasy like you¹ve never seen it before ‹ the world of Sovereign Stone. Dwarven nomads ride their shaggy ponies to a manifest destiny. Orken pirates sail the seas in pursuit of wealth and power. Elven warriors travel the land, answering only to their own code of duty and honor. Among them are the humans, trying to bring the races together in peace through the power of the Sovereign Stone. For if they fail, the coming war between the noble Dominion Lords and the vampiric Vrykyl will destroy them all. This rulebook includes everything needed to play a game in the exciting world of Sovereign Stone: the complete rules, a detailed world setting, and flavor text by Margaret Weis, co-author of the Dragonlance series. (2000) (CAUT: 4) SC $25.00 DECIPHER Star Trek OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR TREK CCG BLAZE OF GLORY BOOSTER PACKS Previously offered in Previews Update #365! This all-new black-bordered limited edition 130-card set is dedicated to battle! Look for realistic battles, capturing, hand-to-hand combat, new starship battle mechanic, bat¹leths, mek¹leths, more disruptor rifles, Klingons, Romulans and more! 9 cards per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.50Ea. ****************************** STARS OF THE MONTH STAR TREK CCG OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT SEALED DECK Each set features a fixed deck of twenty new and unique black border cards, and contains four white border expansion packs and one Alternate Universe expansion pack. Six box designs represent one of 6 different affiliations: Federation, Klingon, Romulan, Borg, Cardassian, and Bajoran. 50 cards per deck. (177/STAR08563) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $20.00Ea. STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION 2-PLAYER INTRODUCTORY GAMES Choose to play the Federation or the Klingon Empire... and the trial of your strategic powers begins! This set includes two pre-customized 60-card decks, one representing the Federation and the other representing the Klingon Empire. Also includes two randomly assorted 15-card expansion packs, two black-bordered premium cards, three black- bordered Federation premium cards, and a detailed rulebook and card lists. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. FEDERATION ED. (188/STAR07108)‹Game $25.00 KLINGON ED. (189/STAR07109)‹Game $25.00 STAR TREK CCG: DEEP SPACE NINE STARTER DECK Deep Space Nine represents the first set for the Star Trek Customizable CCG that is not based on The Next Generation property. The strength of the DS9 storyline along with its unique flavor makes it a natural for a new entry point into the game. Compatible with previous Star Trek CCG releases, or as a stand alone, this new expansion features 260 new cards! (176/STAR08007) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $9.50Ea. STAR TREK CCG: DEEP SPACE NINE BOOSTER PACK All of the new cards created from this set are fully compatible with the existing Star Trek Customizable CCG. 15 cards per deck. (175/STAR08008) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.50Ea. STAR TREK: DS9 DOMINION BOOSTER PACK The most fearsome enemy in the Alpha quadrant now invades the CCG! Besides being an awesome addition to the Star Trek Customizable Card Game universe, the Deep Space Nine booster pack has a few extra perks, including sixteen common Mission cards which are added to the starter decks to make the deck playable out of the box. Also includes the U.S.S. Defiant card, which replaces the rare card in random booster packs and is twice as rare as the other rare cards in this set. (STAR08849) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.50Ea. ***************************** Star Wars OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS EPISODE ONE CCG BOX GAME Introduce a new generation to the fun of customizable card games with the Star Wars Episode One CCG Box Game. Geared for players 8 years old and up, this game features a basic level of card game strategy and complexity. Two to four players can play, making it perfect for families. Also, to hold interest, gameplay will be quick (5-10 minutes), so more games can be played. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Game $24.99 O/A STAR WARS: THE MENACE OF DARTH MAUL STARTER DECKS & BOOSTER PACKS Containing all the main characters, starships, locations and themes from Episode I, Young Jedi introduces cards that focus on the action that takes place on one of the planets featured in the film. Now available are starter decks and booster packs that contain a mix of common, uncommon and rare cards. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $9.99Ea. Pack MSRP: $2.50Ea. ****************************** DEMONBLADE GAMES GWAR MINIATURES BOX SET Incorporating the same easy to learn, easy to play wargame engine as Shock Force, the GWAR miniatures game will be available right in time to play while listening to the new GWAR album, We Kill Everything! Complete with around 25 metal miniatures, dice, and rulebook, this one¹s perfect for GWAR fans everywhere! (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. Box Set $49.95 DREAM POD 9 Heavy Gear HEAVY GEAR: SOUTHERN MILICIA ARMY LIST The Southern Military Intervention/Counter-Insurgency Army (MILICIA) is the weapon arm of the Allied Southern Territories. A mismatched army composed of assorted troops and vehicles coming from the various leagues of the South, the MILICIA is a somewhat crude but nearly unstoppable steamroller that stands to crush anything in its path. The Southern MILICIA Army List provides Heavy Gear tactical players with all the information they need to run battles with the MILICIA and build their own units. MILICIA land forces are covered in detail, along with guidelines for building miniature armies, new tactical abilities for special units and some historical background. (DP9-048) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg $18.95 Tribe 8 TRIBE 8: WORD OF THE PILLARS SOURCEBOOK Joan the Warrior and Tera Sheba the Wise are arguably the most powerful of the Seven Fatimas and are the Fallen¹s most dogged enemies. Their tribes are also full and rich societies who play important roles in the history and shape of Vimary. Word of the Pillars serves as both a sourcebook and player¹s guide for these two important tribes. Learn their secret history, rites and rituals, meet their most important members, and understand just why they have adopted such a hard line against the Fallen. Word of the Pillars is the first of Wordbooks, which details all the tribes. (DP9-808) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $17.95 TRIBE 8: BOOK OF LEGENDS SOURCEBOOK Gathering around fires and hearths, the Fallen tell many stories. The creatures who haunt the night fight it out with the heroes who saved Vimary from the Z¹bri. These legends form a mythological background for Tribe 8 and can do so for your cycle as well. The Book of Legends is a special adventure sourcebook for Tribe 8. It regroups several of the key legends told in Vimary and provides complete guidelines for turning them into quests for your Player Circle. It also includes guidelines for creating your own legends. (DP9-810) (CAUT: 4) SC, 64pg $15.95 EDEN STUDIOS Conspiracy X BODYGUARD OF LIES 2: MOKELE¹ SOURCEBOOK Bodyguard of Lies 2: Mokele¹ is the second in a series of module/sourcebooks for the Conspiracy X RPG. As usual, the centerpiece of the book is a ready-to-run mission for any Aegis Cell. The agents travel to the Louisiana swamps to investigate the truth behind reports of a giant man-alligator called the Mokele¹. This cryptozoological adventure includes conspiracies, aliens, the supernatural, and a whole lot more. This sourcebook also contains a short story set in the world of Conspiracy X, new traits, trainings and character credentials, Alchemy Ritual tradition rules, and a new look at skills. (EDN00011) (CAUT: 4) SC, 132pg $16.00 BODYGUARD OF LIES 3: SYNERGY SOURCEBOOK Bodyguard of Lies 3: Synergy features a city-hopping investigation into advanced technology, mind-bending drugs, and military disappearances. The players must follow a trail of clues using wits more than gunplay. Otherwise, they risk jeopardizing the entire mission and bringing unwanted attention their way. The dangers to body and soul are large, but the payoff is potentially huge for Aegis and humankind. Also includes two extensive articles bringing to life (or death) toxins and viruses from around the world. This issue continues expanding Conspiracy X player information with new character professions, rituals, and much more. (EDN00012) (CAUT: 4) SC, 132pg $16.00 Witchcraft WITCHCRAFT RPG CORE BOOK Witchcraft is a game of modern magic and dark secrets. Player characters are the Gifted. Feared for their unique powers, they have been hounded for centuries, and forced to practice their Arts in secret. The time for hiding is over. A time of reckoning draws near. It marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new one ‹ or the destruction of all things. The choices the Gifted make will determine what the future will be like. Witchcraft is a complete roleplaying game, with rules to created Gifted and Mundane characters, an overview of a modern world beset by supernatural danger, and the Unisystem, a set of game mechanics that can use dice, cards, or be completely story driven to fit the needs and desires of your gaming group. (EDN40000) (CAUT: 4) SC, 250pg $28.00 MYSTERY CODEX SOURCEBOOK The long-awaited Mystery Codex, a sourcebook detailing new information on Covenants, new Invocations and Gifted powers, and new supernatural threats. The secretive war-like Knights Templar, the martial artists of the Secret Dragons, and the not-quite human pariahs are presented. Rules are also provided for playing the Relentless Dead, Phantasm, and Vampires as characters. (EDN4001) (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $23.00 FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES DISCWARS: MOON OVER THELGRIM Discwars is a new and completely unique type of game. To play, each player must have an Œarmy¹ of discs to go into battle. Discwars is played on any table-top, with any number of players. Using an intuitive and easy rules system, the Œarmies¹ are moved by simple ŒFlipping¹ of the Œarmy-discs¹. If two opposing discs overlap, the units engage in combat. Discwars uses no dice! Comes complete with personalities, magic, monsters, and much more. Each disc comes with fantastic fantasy artwork. Fast and easy to play, difficult to master. A truly new and unique type of game consisting of six separate Armies, each sold separately. (CAUT: 4) DWARVES OF THE RED ANVIL (DW06)‹Game $9.95 ORCS OF THE BROKEN PLAIN (DW05)‹Game $9.95 LOTHARIA ELVES (DW04)‹Game $9.95 KNIGHTS OF FALLADIR (DW03)‹Game $9.95 FARRENGHASTS UNDEAD (DW02)‹Game $9.95 DRAGONKIN (DW01)‹Game $9.95 ****************************** FASA CORPORATION Crimson Skies SPICY AIR TALES VOL. 1 NOVEL by Stackpole, Coleman, & Various Spicy Air Tales Vol. 1 offers a series of short stories set in the exciting world of Crimson Skies. These fascinating stories bring alive the action and adventures of the warriors of the air in turbulent times. (8801) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. MMPB $5.99 Shadowrun STAR OF THE MONTH NEW SEATTLE This much anticipated revision of Shadowrun's most successful sourcebook updates the home of Shadowrun. Find out how Seattle survived Dunkelzahn's election and assassination, as well as the on-going Mob and corporate wars and the Renraku Arcology Shutdown. (7216/STAR08829) SC $20.00 ****************************** GAMES WORKSHOP Warhammer 40,000 STARS OF THE MONTH DARK ELDAR CODEX NEW EDITION This army book tells the grim history of these fallen Eldar. New artwork, new stories, and of course the new army list not only attract those who want to play this army, but also those hobbyists who just want to read about this new threat in the universe. (0202/STAR08756) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the United States and Puerto Rico. SC $14.99 SPACE MARINE CODEX NEW EDITION Codex: Space Marines is the book entirely dedicated to collecting painting and gaming with a Space Marines army in the Warhammer 40,000 battle game. Expanding upon the army list in the Warhammer 40,000 rulebook and including all-new background material, special characters and more, Codex: Space Marines is a must for anyone who wishes to command a Space Marine legion on the battlefield. (0200/STAR08774) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the United States and Puerto Rico. SC $14.99 ****************************** GUARDIANS OF ORDER Sailor Moon STAR OF THE MONTH SAILOR MOON RPG AND RESOURCE BOOK Focuses on the characters, plots, setting, and themes presented in the first two seasons of the hit anime TV series Sailor Moon, with the rules and mechanics fully compatible with the Big Eyes, Small Mouth anime RPG. Resource book includes a comprehensive Sailor Moon reference section containing information previously unpublished in North America! (03-001/STAR08832) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Game $24.95 ****************************** HOGSHEAD PUBLISHING SOMETHING ROTTEN IN KISLEV SOURCEBOOK by Ken Rolston Something Rotten In Kislev is the fourth part of Hogshead¹s flagship ŒEnemy Within¹ campaign for Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay, and the first Warhammer FRP supplement to describe an area outside the game¹s main setting of The Empire. This intriguing sourcebook describes the Tsardom of Kislev, its fierce people and their strange magic skills, and includes three adventures with hand-outs and maps. (HP213) (CAUT:4) SC, 144pg $17.95 HOLISTIC DESIGN Fading Suns LEGIONS OF THE EMPIRE SOURCEBOOK by Bill Bridges, Andrew Greenberg and Co. In the far-future Fading Suns universe, might equals power. No one rules for long without military might to back him up ‹ even the Patriarch has a fleet of battle cruisers! The armies and navies of the Known Worlds are examined in detail, from life on an Imperial Cruiser to recruiting a mercenary unit. New weaponry and war tech provides numerous excuses to blow things up. Also, the secrets of the Stigmata Garrison are laid bare! The fourth in a series of Fading Suns factions books. (237) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $20.00 DREADNOUGHTS: DECADOS & IMPERIAL STARSHIPS BOX SET A dreadnought¹s spinal mount meson cannon is feared by captains the galaxy over ‹ and this set gives you two of them! Includes an Imperial Maestekulos class dreadnought (also used by House Hawkwood fleets), a Decados Anikrunta class dreadnought, two Hawkwood Vindicator class landers, and two Decados Defiler class landers. (503) (CAUT: 4) Box Set $24.95 FACE OFF BOX SET Firefight in the blasted city! The Gutter Gang is loose again, and only Grimm¹s Troopers stand between its anarchistic thugs and the city. Includes 10 miniatures (5 for each side) for fighting and feuding. (1001) (CAUT: 4) Box Set $24.95 ****************************** Please refer to the COMICS section for Knights of the Dinner Table #32, the 1998 Origins award-winning magazine for comics fans and gamers with a sense of humor in this month¹s Previews. ***************************** KENZER & COMPANY Knights of the Dinner Table KINGDOMS OF KALAMAR BOXED SET Experience the Kingdoms of Kalamar for yourself from the hit comic book Knights of the Dinner Table! In addition to both of the campaign sourcebooks (Mythos of the Divine and Worldly and Sourcebook of the Sovereign Lands), the Kingdoms of Kalamar boxed set contains two gorgeous 24² x 36² full-color maps depicting the lands of Tellene. These maps are printed on extra heavy stock and have been recognized as the finest fantasy maps on the market. A hex grid overlay is provided to protect these treasures. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $29.95 PALLADIUM BOOKS EASTERN TERRITORY SOURCEBOOK by Steve Edwards & Kevin Siembieda The Eastern Territory is the heart of the Domain of Man. A vast wilderness that is enjoying a boom-time with thousands upon thousands of human settlers spilling into the region, not unlike the settlers of the Old American West. And like the Old West, the Eastern Territory is often a wild and lawless place attracting heroes and villains, settlers and mercenaries, incredible opportunities for those bold enough to seize them, and terrible dangers for all. Join the excitement, intrigue, and adventure. (CAUT: 4) SC, 224pg $20.95 MOUNT NIMRO SOURCEBOOK by Bill Coffin There¹s no holding Bill Coffin back as he presents the companion book to The Western Empire and Baalgor Wastelands, with Mount Nimro ‹ Kingdom of Giants. That¹s right, the Mount Nimro region is the domain of giants: Jotan, Nimro, Gigantes, Cyclops, Gromek, Trolls, and others. A gathering of clans, tribes, and refugees that is quickly becoming a true ³kingdom² rather than a motley collection of misanthropes. A Kingdom of Giants that frightens the surrounding human, elf, and dwarf settlements, and is beginning to concern even the Western Empire. Get all the details for yourself. (464) (CAUT: 4) SC, 160pg $16.95 Rifts RIFTS DIMENSIONAL MARKET SOURCEBOOK by Mark Sumimoto and Kevin Siembieda Mark Sumimoto with Kevin Siembieda present one of the wonders of Rifts Earth ‹ the Dimensional Market at Slynn, in Atlantis. A place where it is said that one can find anything, and everything, including people, have a price. (836) (CAUT: 4) SC $16.95 RIFTS SONIC BOOM NOVEL by Adam Chilson The first novel is part one of a trilogy. It details the adventures of a Coalition troop out on a seek-and-destroy mission. (301) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. MMPB, 400+pg $7.95 PEREGRINE Murphy¹s World BOB LORD OF EVIL SOURCEBOOK Dire tales abound of the Dark Lands. They almost kept Sean Murphy, ex-space marine and now interstellar refugee from venturing over the mountainous, mist-shrouded border and into the gloomy forests and moors beyond. Almost. But since Tir Nan Bob and the surrounding territory is part of his planet, officially registered with Galactic Central Planetary Claims ‹ Murphy¹s World ‹ he felt obligated to see all of it. The Dark Lands, ruled by Bob, Lord of Evil, is a silly place where you can play light-hearted adventures with a techno-fantasy-horror theme. This book can be used with any existing system of rules ‹ you¹re not required to generate a new Character to visit the Land of Bob, as Characters from other worlds can easily be brought to the Dark lands via a crashed spaceship, magical backfire, or interdimensional teleportation gate. Characters could even suffer an individual or collective bout of unconsciousness and visit Tir Nan Bob in their dreams...or nightmares. (PGN 0102) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. SC $19.95 PINNACLE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP Deadlands: The Weird West BACK EAST: SOUTH SOURCEBOOK by Long, McGlothin, & Hite In this second and final of the Back East series, we delve into the Rebel side of the war that¹s torn America in two. Learn all about the weirdness that crept east and infested the cities and plantations of the Confederacy. (1026) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $20.00 Deadlands: Hell on Earth KILLER CLOWNS DIME NOVEL by John Goff In this third Dime Novel for Deadlands: Hell on Earth, Teller finds himself trapped in a supposedly abandoned amusement park. Soon after he arrives, the merriment turns to mayhem, and after that no one¹s laughing anymore. (9503) (CAUT: 4) SC, 64pg $6.95 PRECEDENCE PUBLISHING FORTUNE TELLER COLLECTABLE GAME Everyone has enjoyed playing with "finger fortunes" or "cootie catchers." Now a premium version of the game with awesome graphics, insightful fortunes, and helpful fun advice soars to new heights with these collectable "Legends" cards. Exciting characters and stories in the game relate the adventures of "Syrena the Mystic." Each game contains 1 folding oracle and 3 legend cards. (PDN3000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #7 (Jul98) Game MSRP: $3.99Ea. R. TALSORIAN GAMES Dragonball Z DRAGONBALL Z ROLEPLAYING GAME Begin your own quest for power and honor in the fantastic world of Dragonball Z! From R. Talsorian Games, publishers of the popular Cyberpunk and Castle Falkenstein lines, comes the first book in their next ANIMechanics line. This licensed core book contains everything you need to follow in the footsteps of Son Goku and friends, or choose your own path to fame. Dragonball Z, as do all the ANIMechanics lines, uses the Fuzion system for ease and flexibility for the referee and players. (9001) (CAUT: 4) Game $18.00 RIO GRANDE GAMES FOSSIL BOX GAME Fossils are petrified witnesses from ancient times and through these silent witnesses the past can live again. Fossils are able to tell us fascinating stories from our pre-historic past. Before such stories may be told, collectors must sift carefully through ancient sea-beds for scattered fossil pieces. Only when all the pieces are found and fit together like a puzzle, can the story be told. Then, those involved can share in the fame that goes with such discoveries. (105) (CAUT: 4) Box Game $29.95 REINHARD KNIZIA¹S SAMURAI Samurai is the latest game from award-winning author Reiner Knizia. The Samurai ‹ for centuries the name has represented unfailing courage, imperturbable loyalty, and internal harmony. In Japan, there were three Samurai forces ‹ peasants, clergy, and nobility ‹ which lead the way to power. To become a Samurai, one had to be supported by one of these forces and have strong connections to the other two. The three forces are represented by rice fields, Buddhas, and high helmets. They are presented in molded plexiglass, finely polished and in noble black. The board comes in four pieces, representing the four major Japanese islands. To win, players must skillfully position their fores to gain the majority surrounding the cities and villages to capture the figures. (116) (CAUT: 4) Game $39.95 SIESTA BOX GAME The sun shines over roofs to created shadows. That is the natural way of things. In this beautiful game, players use these natural and man-made elements to score points for long strings of roofs. It is simple, beautiful, and fun to play! (130) (CAUT: 4) Box Game $39.95 STEVE JACKSON GAMES Illuminati ILLUMINATI Y2K EXPANSION SET The ultimate new world order is here! A 110-card expansion set for Deluxe Illuminati! These 110 new cards include two more Illuminati groups and lots more Groups and Specials! (1325) (CAUT: 4) Set $14.95 GURPS STARS OF THE MONTH GURPS COMPENDIUM GURPs Compendium collects in one volume all the new rules that have been added to the GURPs character creation system since the GURPs Basic Set 3rd Edition was released in 1988. This book contains hundreds of advantages, disadvantages, skills, and other rules for character creation. (1-55634-290X/STAR08580) SC, 192pg $23.95 GURPS MARTIAL ARTS 2ND ED. SOURCEBOOK This sourcebook includes pre-generated, genre-specific characters that are perfect to use in any game system. All characters come complete with GURPS statistics. (STAR08582) SC $22.95 GURPS VEHICLES 2ND ED. SOURCEBOOK Planes, trains, and automobiles abound in this informative and entertaining sourcebook. Every vehicle you could ever want and how to use it or make it in your GURPS campaign is here in all its glory and detail. (6505/STAR08581) SC $24.95 ***************************** TSR AD&D SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 CORE RULES 2.0 EXPANSION CD-ROM New features offer increased flexibility and resources for character creation. Custom character classes are now supported as well as multiple non-player characters (NPC groups), and users can convert character record sheets into RTF or HTML files to customize them further. Resources include increased support for 150 Character kits, HTML and RTF versions of the nine core rulebooks, and 11 AD&D Complete Handbooks. There is also a new building interiors map set. You must own the original CD-ROM to use this product (excluding Macintosh use of the HTML and RTF books). (TSR11543) (CAUT: 4) CD-ROM $39.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A AD&D CD-ROM VERSION 2.0 SUPPLEMENTAL RULES A new and improved version of the original Core rules, this wonderful accessory provides Dungeon Masters and players with loads of handy tools for enhancing a campaign. Includes an improved map-making program, complete tables from all the books, a dice- rolling tool, character generation, plus the complete volumes of the core rules, the Players and DM¹s Option series, the full PHBR series, and the Monstrous Compendium Annuals are just a few of the treasures to be had on this CD-ROM, which augments the original. No AD&D fan should be without this! (02176) (CAUT: 4) CD-ROM $65.00 ****************************** DRAGON MAGAZINE ARCHIVE CD-ROM A collection of Dragon magazines from issues #1-250, plus the Strategic Review. Additional features include bookmarking, links from a table of contents, simple and advanced searches. This CD-ROM may also be updated via the Web. (11448) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #12 (Dec98) CD-ROM (Boxed) $59.99 Alternity SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 STAR COMPENDIUM: SYSTEMS OF THE VERGE SOURCEBOOK by David Eckelberry With each passing day, individuals seeking fame and fortune extend the body of information of what is known about the distant frontier of space called the Verge. Some of the discoveries lead to chances for new growth. Others represent a chance to make it rich. And still others are rediscoveries, as many colonies once lost now re-enter the folds of an interstellar civilization. Every star system entered has something new to offer and something new to teach us about the way the universe works. The Star Compendium provides detailed information on dozens of star systems. Includes both brand new and previously visited systems. These systems are places to adventure, to base a campaign around, or to visit during your campaign. (TSR11371) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $21.95 ****************************** STAR OF THE MONTH STAR DRIVE ALIEN COMPENDIUM CREATURES OF THE VERGE This compendium features the unique aliens intregal to the universe of the first Alternity campaign setting. These aliens are sure to be a gigantic hit with gamers of both science fiction and fantasy alike ‹ especially since these creatures are convertible into AD&D rules. (02805/STAR08089) HC, 128pg $21.95 ****************************** Dragonlance SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 DRAGONLANCE READER¹S COMPANION: ODYSSEY OF GILTHANAS ACCESSORY BOOK by Niles, Miller, & Stan! This is the crossover Dragonlance book that readers and game fans have been waiting for! Utilizing the talents of popular Dragonlance author Douglas Niles and game fan favorites Steve Miller and Stan!, the Reader¹s Companion follows the exploits of the elf prince Gilthanas as he searches Krynn¹s most mystical sites for his one true love, the silver dragon Silvara. An appendix provides background information and game scenarios based on the sites visited in the fiction. An excellent source of material for gaming enthusiasts, as well as an exciting novella revealing a previously untold tale about two of the most beloved characters from the Dragonlance saga. (TSR11446) (CAUT: 4) SC, 320pg $6.99 HEROES & FOOLS: TALES OF FIFTH AGE NOVEL by Various Some of TSR¹s brightest stars lend their talents to this collection of stories set in the Fifth Age of Krynn following the disasters of the Chaos War. Contributors include Douglas Niles, Roger E. Moore, Jean Rabe, Margaret Weis, and Don Perrin. (TSR21346) (CAUT: 4) SC, 384pg $6.99 ****************************** Forgotten Realms SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 BALDUR¹S GATE NOVEL by Philip Athans In this novelization of the best-selling computer game from Blizzard Entertainment, a young man struggles against shadowy foes as he travels through the Realms. At the heart of his quest is a terrible secret about his parentage ‹ a secret that may place all Faerun in peril. (TSR21525) (CAUT: 4) SC, 256pg $5.99 ****************************** Greyhawk SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 AGAINST THE GIANTS NOVEL by Ru Emerson In this adaptation of the classic AD&D adventure module, a famed warrior leads a band of daring heroes on a raid against the giants. The original D&D adventure module Against the Giants is considered a classic by gamers everywhere. (TSR21379) (CAUT: 4) SC, 320pg $5.99 ****************************** Magic: The Gathering SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 OFFICIAL URZA¹S DESTINY GAME GUIDE by Will McDermott A comprehensive guide to the cards of the Urza¹s Destiny expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this book includes card descriptions and playing tips to help players make the most of their deck. (TSR21400) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg $11.99 ****************************** Marvel Super-Heroes SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 REED RICHARDS¹ GUIDE TO EVERYTHING SOURCEBOOK by Mike Selinker & Penny Williams This is the book all Marvel fans have been waiting for ‹ the first-ever rules expansion for the Marvel Super-Heroes Adventure Game! Included are rules for space aliens, explosions, poisons, and dozens of other fascinating new concepts! In addition, there¹s a special color section on detailed event descriptions to throw some unexpected thrills into your game! In addition, all of it is united by the fascinating (and sometimes hilarious) prose of Dr. Reed Richards, the foremost super-genius of the Marvel Universe! Reed will tell you, the reader, everything you want to know about how the Marvel Universe really works. Want to know ³How does Archangel fly?² or ³How does Giant-Man stand up?² or even ³If I stand next to an exposed nuclear reactor core, will I grow wings?² Fret not, True Believer, because Mister Fantastic has got the answers for you! (TSR11340) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $16.95 ***************************** STAR OF THE MONTH MARVEL SUPER HEROES ADVENTURE GAME BOXED SET Now you can play Spider-Man, Wolverine, Iron Man, and others as you dive into this game's action and mayhem with simple rules but a wealth of strategy. Includes two 128- page books, one 65-page booklet, 100 cards, and a 6" x 3" x 2" setup. (6926/STAR08483) Boxed Set $24.95 ****************************** For more new White Wolf releases, check out the newest Clan Novel and matching t-shirt in the BOOKS section of Previews. ******************* WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING Aberrant ABERRANT UNLIMITED CORE RULEBOOK Baptized in quantum fires, reborn as incarnate gods, drunk with fame, sacrificed on the altar of power. We are your heroes, your legends, your icons. Beware. Your legacy is our future. This core rulebook and prequel to the Trinity science-fiction game deals with the Aberrant Era. Set in the early 21st century, before the devastating war against humanity, this new complete roleplaying game allows you to be one of these doomed beings of vast power. This softcover edition contains original art from comic book illustrators Tom Fleming, Mike Allred, and Christopher Mueller. Available also as a limited edition hardcover! (8500) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC‹296pg, FC $24.95 HC‹296pg, FC $29.95 ABERRANT DICE This box contains 10 uniquely designed blue-and-gold Aberrant dice. It also comes with a blue felt bag emblazoned with the Aberrant symbol. Now you have titanic tasks to accomplish. Are you and your partners ready to shape the very nature of the world? (8600)(CAUT: 4) Dice $6.95 Mage TRADITIONS GATHERED VOLUME 3 SWORDS OF FAITH SOURCEBOOK A collection of essential Tradition Books for Mage: The Ascension. These vital character sourcebooks define the very paths to magick and transcendence itself, and now the out-of- print Akashic Brotherhood, Celestial Chorus, and Euthanatos return in Swords of Faith. The Ascension War rages on. (4055) (CAUT: 4) SC, 216pg $20.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRADITIONS GATHERED: BLOOD AND DREAMS VOL. 2 The Council of Nine Traditions has stood for centuries as humanity¹s best hope for survival and freedom. Together the Traditions have strength, unity, and power. Divided they fall, and so would reality as we know it. The fate of the world lies in their hands. The Traditions Gathered is a collection of essential Tradition Books for Mage: The Ascension. (4054) (CAUT: 4) SC, 216pg $20.00 **************** STAR OF THE MONTH MAGE: THE ASCENSION 2ND ED. HC As a modern mage, you explore the meaning and potential of reality, attempting to shape the future of mankind against terrible adversity. Yours is power beyond human and even vampire and werewolf comprehension. The question is, do you control your power, or does it control you? (STAR01593) MATURE READERS HC, 320pg $28.00 ******************** Trinity ALIEN ENCOUNTER DECEPTION SOURCEBOOK Deception is the final installment in the two-part Alien Encounter adventure series that explores the Trinity universe's mysterious ‹ and dangerous ‹ alien races. It contains two stories in which the characters investigate the odd Qin and the malevolent Coalition. Source material included gives Storytellers a wealth of revealing information about both races that can be used in any scenario. (9105) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $17.95 Vampire TIME OF THIN BLOOD SOURCEBOOK Portray the hunted childer of high-generation vampires in the Year of Reckoning. The Final Nights are upon us and this book offers Storytellers a glimpse at one of the events of the unfolding Gehenna. Rich in story and character content, The Time of Thin Blood is the first step toward the world's ultimate demise...or salvation. (2101) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CLANBOOK: SETITE For Vampire: The Masquerade! All mythologies speak of the snake, and all depict him differently. He is the trickster, the seducer, the prince of lies. Vampires know him for what he truly is, and they know to fear him: He has powers of corruption and evil, spawned during the earliest of nights. This book presents the history of the clan, from the First City to the present day; establishes the rationale for the Setites quest for corruption in all its forms; and offers ten sample characters suitable for players and Storytellers. (2060) (STAR07988) MATURE READERS SC, 72pg $12.00 ************ Vampire: Dark Ages JERUSALEM BY NIGHT SOURCEBOOK Discover the ancient alliances and enmities that have outlasted kingdoms and Crusades. Meet the ³Cainites² who have witnessed history for millennia from their perch atop David's city, and have paid each ruler homage. But beware, for while everyone is drawn to Jerusalem, only one can posses it. (2821) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg $17.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CONSTANTINOPLE BY NIGHT Come to domed Constantinople, would-be Heaven on Earth and wonder of the dark Medieval world. Walk its torchlit streets and lavish bazaars. Indulge in the decadent pleasures of a thousand realms. This new sourcebook for Vampire: The Dark Ages details the city of the medieval world, and sets the stage for events to happen in the future. (2786) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES SC, 128pg $15.00 ************** Werewolf CHRONICLE OF THE BLACK LABRYINTH REPRINTED SOURCEBOOK This book is a compilation of Wyrm lore, collected from eye-witness accounts throughout the ages and presented in the tradition of Vampire's Book of Nod. Werewolves believe that this legendary and dread tome was destroyed long ago, but the book has resurfaced in the hands of a human cultist. (3404) (CAUT: 4) SC, 136pg $12.95 *********** WHITE WOLF BASIC T-SHIRT Support the company that brings you the hippest role-playing games out there! These shirts are high-quality black Fruit of the Loom heavy attire ‹ and they rule! (CAUT: 4) LG (WW5989) $19.95 XL (WW5990) $19.95 ******************* Check out the collectibles section in the BOOKS section of Previews for the newest toy price guide! ******************* WIZARDS OF THE COAST Battletech STARS OF THE MONTH BATTLETECH UNLIMITED EDITION STARTER DECK Guide your BattleMechs through the battlefield to wage war throughout the universe! The starter deck is ready for play straight from the box. 60 cards per deck. (WOC16304/STAR06063) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Deck MSRP: $8.95Ea. BATTLETECH UNLIMITED EDITION BOOSTER PACK Keep your Battletech game smoking with these essential booster packs! 15 cards per pack. (WOC16305/STAR06064) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Pack MSRP: $2.95Ea. ******************** Dilbert STAR OF THE MONTH 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/STAR06536) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Game $12.95 ************* Deadlands DEADLANDS MOUTH OF HELL In the Mouth of Hell expansion, the various Outfits begin warring openly, turning Gomorra into a very dangerous place. Sweetrock sends undead miners out to their strikes; the Law Dogs hunt down the last of the Blackjacks; and the Collegium tries to take control of the town. New cards are introduced to grant extra abilities to harrowed dudes! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before it ships to comic book specialty retailers. Not available outside North America. STARTER DECK (FRP07038) SRP: $8.99Ea. BOOSTER PACK (FRP07039) SRP: $2.49Ea. Family Games OFFERED AGAIN O/A GUILLOTINE CARD GAME Laugh at history with Guillotine, an irreverent card game set during the French Revolution. Players assume the parts of rival guillotine operators vying for the best collection of noble heads after a hard day's work. (WOC06401) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. Game MSRP: $9.99Ea. Legend of the Five Rings LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS HONOR BOUND Honor Bound, the latest 180-card expansion for Legend of the Five Rings, includes the anxiously-awaited return of the Scorpion Clan. Plus, the Crab Clan has also been updated and we've added an all-new faction: The Shadowlands. A new card type is introduced ‹ the Sensei card. Finally, foil-stamped cards that retell the entire Clan War Saga are also headed your way! Commence game play overload! 60 cards per deck; 15 cards per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. STARTER DECK (FRP05585) SRP: $8.99Ea. BOOSTER PACK (FRP05586) SRP: $2.49Ea. SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN JULY 1999 Magic: The Gathering MAGIC: THE GATHERING STARTER GAME Player's immediately familiarize themselves with collectible cards, strategies, and the best ways to challenge their friends! And, this game allows you to expand your playing options with expansions that build on this "user-friendly" edition. The Starter game is the recommended first step in learning how to play Magic: The Gathering. The Starter Game and J-Hooked Starter Game include two 40-card decks, a rulebook, and a play guide, along with a playmat and a life counter for each player. Booster Packs and Booster Blister Packs contain 15 cards. The Starter Gift Box includes the Starter Game with an instructional video. The Theme Decks and Blistered Theme Decks contain 40 colored cards with "Blinding Fury," "Time Curse," "Impaler," "Deadly Instinct," and "Goblin Assault" themes. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. STARTER (WOC17049)‹Game MSRP: $8.99 J-HOOKED STARTER (WOC17050)‹Game $8.99 STARTER BOOSTER (WOC17045)‹Pack MSRP: $2.99Ea. STARTER BOOSTER (WOC17046)‹Blister $2.99 STARTER GIFT BOX (WOC17054)‹Box $14.99 STARTER THEME (WOC17053)‹Deck MSRP: $6.99Ea. STARTER THEME (WOC17075)‹Blister $6.99 ****************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A POKÉMON JUNGLE EXPANSION You've seen the video game, an you've seen it on TV. Now...live it! What will happen when Pikachu evolve into Raichu? Will Team Rocket ever go straight? It's fast and furious clashes of lightning and pride! The Pokémon and their trainers are ready to give it their all. Are you? Dare you even begin the quest to find the legendary Pokémon Paradise? Play hard, and find out with Preconstructed Decks and Booster Packs! Booster Packs and Blister Booster Packs contain 11 cards. Preconstructed Decks, Power Reserve J-Hooked Preconstructed Decks, and Water Blast J-Hooked Preconstructed Decks contain 60 cards, 10 damage counters, 1 rulebook, and 1 Pokémon coin. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, and the U.K. BOOSTER (WOC06064)‹Pack MSRP: $2.99Ea. BOOSTER (WOC06062)‹Blister $2.99 PRECONSTRUCTED (WOC06067)‹Deck MSRP: $9.99Ea. POWER RESERVE J HOOK(WOC06068)‹Deck $9.99 WATER BLAST J HOOKED (WOC06069)‹Deck $9.99 ********************* VIDEOS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS VIZ VIDEO VIDEO GIRL AI VOL. 2: PRESENT The anime adaptation of the hit manga by Masakazu Katsura (Shadow Lady, Video Girl Ai)! An original screenplay by Satoru Akahori (Sorcerer Hunters)! Wearing the new outfit Yota bought her in thanks for her help with Moemi, Ai goes out with him on the town for an afternoon of fun while, at home, the VCR playing her tape starts to act strangely. Then, in the second episode of this volume, it's Takashi's birthday and the question of presents comes up. Can Ai ‹ who's starting to have her own romantic feelings ‹ stand by and watch a fumbling Yota and Moemi grow ever closer? DUBBED‹VHS, FC $24.98 SUBTITLED‹VHS, FC $29.98 RANMA 1/2, OUTTA CONTROL: YOU BET YOUR DOJO VIDEO/DUBBED Meet the strangely familiar Gambling King, whose poker face conceals the fact that he's the world's second-worst cardplayer. But since Ranma is the world's worst cardplayer, the Gambling King has the cards on his side in his plan to win the Tendo Dojo and turn it intoŠ a casino! Plus, Azusa Shiratori returns! Two complete episodes, approx. 52 mins. VHS, FC $24.95 MAISON IKKOKU, SUBTITLED EDITION: ALL'S SWELL THAT ENDS (IN A WELL) VIDEO/SUBTITLED When Kyoko gets stuck at the bottom of a well, the other tenants of Maison Ikkoku are literally falling over themselves to come to her rescue. Also: Okay, so maybe he was right to get the wrong idea, but when Godai overhears Kyoko and Mitaka talk about a wedding, does he really have to move out of the building? Two complete episodes, 52 minutes. VHS, FC $29.95 VIDEOS SECTION ANIME AI CITY (LOVE CITY) VIDEO SUBTITLED The time is ten minutes from now. The place is New York City. The skyline is very much as it appears today, with one exception: the gleaming Fraud towers. A desperate chase is taking place ‹ a biker gang is pursuing a man in a taxi ‹ and the destruction is huge, even for New York City standards. The skirmish results in the virtual rending of reality itself. Who (or more correctly "what") could cause this? The man is Kei, part of the omnipotent Fraud Corporation's experiment to increase Psi powers. With him is an enigmatic little girl, Ai. Kei and Fraud want her for different reasons, and the future of the Earth will be shaped by the winner of the chase. Approximate running time: 86min. In Stereo. Full Color. (7865/RS9004) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC SRP: $14.95 BATTLE ATHLETES VICTORY VOL. 5: NO LOOKING BACK VIDEOS Team Play Challenge! Akari and her teammates have struggled to win enough events to qualify for the Cosmo Beauty competition, but, fortunately, they are finally coming together as a team. Meanwhile, Lahrri, the reigning Cosmo Beauty, crushes Jessie, Akari¹s old rival, during the competition! Jessie¹s body can take the punishment, but can her spirit? Not everyone can make it to the next level, so there is no time for regrets! (8682) DUBBED (PIVA7145D)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 SUBTITLED (PIVA7145S)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.98 BATTLE ATHLETES: VICTORY VOL. 3: TRAGEDY & TRIUMPH DVD Now available in DVD! There can be only three! Nearly 200 girls attend the athletic prep- school with hopes to attend the University Satellite Sports Academy, but with only a trio of openings, the competition is brutal! Ichi-chan has been training Akari for the final event, the triathalon, but Jessie and Ayla are clear favorites ‹ leaving only one position open! Now that Akari is beginning to excel, can Ichi-chan handle the competition? Sci-fi sports melodrama! (8682/10200) DVD, FC SRP: $24.98 CITY HUNTER: THE MOTION PICTURE VIDEOS A mysterious soldier known only as Professor plots his revenge on the government that betrayed him, and Tokyo is brought to its knees! Unless the government pays Professor an impossible ransom, downtown Tokyo will be completely destroyed, and the Professor's beautiful sister will be the first to go! Only City Hunter, expert detective and shameless ladies' man, can keep Tokyo from being blown sky high! The bullets fly furiously, and the women have never been more tempting as City Hunter takes it to the edge in this action- packed animated feature. Explosive action will rock your senses as you witness City Hunter's greatest challenge ever! Approximate running time: 90min. In Stereo. Digitally Mastered. (76) MATURE AUDIENCES DUBBED (VHSCH001D)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (VHSCH001S)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 COCKPIT VIDEOS Based on Matsumoto's (Star Blazers, Captain Harlock, Galaxy Express 999) popular manga, Cockpit delivers a single prolific message in three intense, hair-raising acts, each directed by a different Animation master ‹ Yoshiaki Kawajiri, Takashi Imanishi, and Ryosuke Takahashi. In a time of war, three brave heroes will stop at nothing to accomplish their missions. All around them enemies lurk with a similar deep-seeded purpose ‹ to stop them at all costs. The first of these heroes, an ace German pilot, must put aside his personal feelings for the sake of humanity and fly into battle, guns blazing. The other, a kamikaze pilot, has but one goal ‹ to guide his flying coffin into the enemy fleet. And finally, a young boy must brave enemy fire to complete his assignment and return to his comrades with reinforcements. Driven by honor, loyalty, and tenacity, these three warriors exemplify courage and strength with their unparalleled talent, unwavering ethics and personal sacrifice. Containing a personal interview with each of these acclaimed masters, Cockpit is simply an anime lover's dream! Approximate running time: 90min. (6306) MATURE AUDIENCES DUBBED (UV1038)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 SUBTITLED (UV1039)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 DRAGONBALL Z VOL. 4: DOOM DVD DUBBED Now available in DVD. Includes episodes 11 ("Showdown in the Past"), 12 ("The End of Snake Way"), and 13 ("A Fight Against Gravity"). The mighty Saiyans are on the way, and the defenders of the Earth have a mere 158 days to get ready to rumble. Gohan continues working out with Piccolo despite having nearly killed him in another one of those zany metamorphoses into a giant ape. When Gohan finally conquers gravity, he's ready to train with King Kai himself! Approximate running time: 75 min. (8682/70164) DVD, FC SRP: $24.98 DRAGONBALL Z VOL. 5: PENDULUM ROOM DVD DUBBED Now available in DVD. Includes episodes 14 ("The Legend of the Saiyans"), 15 ("Black Day for Planet Earth"), and 16 ("The Battle Begins...Goku, Where Are You?"). Goku learns of his hidden Saiyan heritage. The evil Saiyans, Nappa and Vegeta, land and launch a diabolical wake-up call for the planet. Earth's special forces fight desperately, but can they hold out until Goku shows up? Approximate running time: 75 min. (8682/10211) DVD, FC SRP: $24.98 EATMAN VOL. 3 VIDEO SUBTITLED Collects episodes 5-6. As Bolt Crank travels from city to city, how will he deal with his latest set of adventures? A dancer dreams of performing at a major theatre, but a series of (mis)adventures have stalled her rise to the top. The beautiful Lily Swanson makes an unexpected request! What secrets lie in the depths of the Prohonoff Laboratory? Whatever the answer! Whatever the danger! Bolt Crank's got a few tricks up his sleeves! Approximate running time: 48min. (8682/70428) VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 ELF PRINCESS RANE VIDEOS Move over Indiana Jones! Here comes Go Takarada! He's brave. He's smart. He's handsome. But how many treasures can a high-school student find in his own hometown? His abundant enthusiasm pays off when, while running away from an aggravated priest whose shrine he's just trashed, he runs straight into an Elf Princess named Rane. Ignoring a language barrier of titanic proportions, Go tears through the city trying to find the secret treasure foretold to appear. So how much trouble can one Elf Princess cause? (6204) DUBBED (AWVD9937)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 SUBTITLED (AWVS9936)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR VOL. 3-4 VIDEOS Three episodes per volume. Volume 3 collects episodes 7-9. Volume 4 collects episodes 10-12. (4502) MATURE AUDIENCES VOL. 3 DUBBED‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.95 VOL. 3 SUBTITLED‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 VOL. 4 DUBBED‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.95 VOL. 4 SUBTITLED‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 GENOCYBER PARTS 4 AND 5 VIDEOS DUBBED Now available dubbed! From the director of M.D. Geist and Cybernetics Guardian. They never should have played God, blurring the boundaries between cybernetics and psychic potential. The Kuryo Group created it as its ultimate weapon ‹ but it was beyond their ability to control. Mankind paid the price. For 300 years, since the destruction of civilization, the Genocyber has slept. But the time for its rebirth is nearly at hand... Approximate running time: 60min. In Stereo. Full Color. (969/USM1784) VHS, FC SRP: $19.99 HAUNTED JUNCTION VOL. 2 VIDEO SUBTITLED Collects episodes 3-4. As the members of the Saints' Club go about their daily school life, the spirits are restless ‹ well, at least one spirit. Unable to depart to the other world when she died, Hanako couldn't forget her boyfriend's last words to her as she lay dying: "Stay with me tonight!" Can the Saints' Club help Hanako's possessing predicament and figure out the mysteries hidden with the space-time distortion in the principal's office? Just another day for the Saints' Club! Approximate running time: 48min. (8682/70445) VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 HAUNTED JUNCTION VOL. 3 VIDEO SUBTITLED Collects episodes 5-6. Ever since becoming the president of the Saints' Club, Haruto has to try and find ways to keep the school spirits happy. But alas, Haruto and the Saints' Club are in for a lot more than they bargained for. A exorcism gone bad? Comic books coming to life by the forces of evil?! Hanako challenged by her sexy rival Yamiko?! Haruto's high school life is anything but normal, but it sure beats studying! Approximate running time: 48min. (8682/70446) VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 HYPER SPEED GRANDOLL VIDEOS From the writers of The Slayers. Hikaru is a huge fan of anime heroes. Now, her fantasy is about to become reality. Rocketed to safety, when her world was plunged into a terrible world, Hirkaru is heir to Royal Brandoll Armor granting her powers far beyond those of ordinary anime fans! But Hikaru is about to discover that being an anime hero is far tougher than it looks! DUBBED (USM1786)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.99 SUBTITLED (USM1787)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.99 LEGEND OF CRYSTANIA: A NEW BEGINNING EXCITING FINALE! Risen again as the Gods' King, Barbas quickly makes his presence known. His former henchmen fall one by one, and the gods of Crystania are next. Resistance crumbles, and the enslavement of a world begins. Yet in the realms of Chaos, where Ashram is trapped, spirit matters as much as strength. The innocence of Redon and the love of Pirotesse free King Ashram's soul from bondage. Desperate for a means of escape, Ashram relies on Crystania. The sacred world must have one secret left. Can Crystania help Ashram provide "A New Beginning"? Approximate running time: 60min. DUBBED (VHSLC004D)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (VHSLC004S)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LEGEND OF THE FOREST VIDEO SUBTITLED This experimental film traces the early history of animation in the United States with a series of segments united by the music of Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony. Using dramatic shifts in style and color for impact, these vignettes illustrate Mankind's indiscriminate destruction of nature in his relentless expansion. Each story chronicles a different era in animation style from early black and white Winsor McCay to the Fleisher Brothers and Walt Disney. Created by Japan's Dr. Osamu Tezuka (Astro Boy, Komba, Blackjack), this experimental piece is stylish and subtle, but still accessible. (7865/RS9003) VHS SRP: $9.98 **************** MAGICAL PROJECT S VOL. 6 VIDEO SUBTITLED Magical Struggle! Sammy must find the love power needed to defeat Team Sexy Madam from inside herself. What can be the object of that love for a girl like Sasami? With Ryo- ohki¹s help, Sammy always has a chance for victory, but a new girl in school wants to take Ryo-ohki away! Finally, the biggest shock! The return of Misao¹s father will lead to a serious conflict when Sasami finds out Pixy Misa¹s true identity! Can Sasami continue to struggle with her best friend? (8682/70319) VHS, FC SRP: $29.98 MASTER OF MOSQUITON, THE VAMPIRE VIDEOS Although she's in love with a vampire, Inaho doesn't want to become one herself. Fortunately, there's another way to keep her love eternal: the O-Part, a legendary artifact rumored to bestow immortality on its possessor. Unfortunately, the O-Part has been lost to history. But when a golden pyramid suddenly appears in the middle of London, Inaho is certain the O-Part must be inside. Together with her pet vampire Mosquiton, Inaho takes off for London and finds herself pitted against mad monks, mummies, and immortal Egyptian queens. It's the adventure of a lifetime, no matter how long the lifetime is! Approximate running time: 60min. In Stereo. Digitally Mastered. (76) MATURE AUDIENCES DUBBED (VHSMM001D)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (VHSMM001S)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0083 VOL. 3 VIDEO DUBBED Collects episodes 5-6. Pursuing the stolen Gundam, Kou Uraki and his comrades follow Anavel Gato into space. Here, he experiences a crushing defeat and must turn to the unlikeliest of mentors ‹ a former Zeon soldier! As Kou regains his confidence, he once again takes control of Gundam Unit-01. Approximate running time: 58min. (8682/0372) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0083 VOL. 4 VIDEO DUBBED Collects Episodes 7-8. With Gundam Unit-01 undergoing Full Vernian modification, Nina and Kou are able to spend some time together, but as the Delaz Fleet completes its final preparations, will Kou admit to his growing feelings for Nina? The curtain rises upon the lives of soldiers whose destinies are forced into a fatal collision with Kou. Approximate running time: 58min. (8682/0373) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0083 VOL. 5 VIDEO DUBBED Collects episodes 9-10. As the Earth Federation's space fleet begins its naval review, the remnants of the Duchy of Zeon carry out their secret plan of vengeance. Will Kou Uraki's newfound confidence and upgraded Gundam enable him to stop Anavel Gato's nuclear strike? Now begins the ultimate battle of Gundam against Gundam! (8682/0374) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0083 VOL. 6 VIDEO DUBBED Collects Episodes 10-11. The renegade Zeon have almost completed their intricate revenge scheme and now a runaway space colony becomes their last and most terrible weapon against the Earth Federation. Defying orders, the Albion crew mutinies! Kou must hijack a third Gundam and pursues the runaway colony! Approximate running time: 58min. (8682/0375) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 MYSTERIOUS PLAY FUSHIGI YUGI VOL. 7 VIDEOS Miaka¹s broken arm hurts much less than her broken heart when Tamahome seems to try and kill her! Her dreams shattered, Miaka desperately hopes that her love will bring back Tamahome¹s memory, but time is running out! Nakago¹s power cancels out the Suzaku Seven¹s power, and even Chichiri¹s magic is not strong enough to let them escape! Miaka¹s Lesson: Sometimes, death is the only solution. Each volume contains collectible character cards (while supplies last). (8682) DUBBED (70264)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 SUBTITLED (70265)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.98 NIGHTMARE CAMPUS: THE MOVIE VIDEO DUBBED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (969/A181785) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K.. ADULT MATERIAL VHS, FC SRP: $29.99 SABER MARIONETTE J AGAIN VOL. 1 VIDEOS The direct-to-home video sequel release of the hit Japanese Animation TV series Saber Marionette J! Lime, Cherry, and Bloodberry, female-like androids called marionettes, have returned to Otaru¹s side. The somewhat reformed marionettes of Faust (Tiger, Luchs, and Panther) are sent to stay with Otaru and friends to learn more about being human. Enter a seventh marionette named Marine, who has mysterious power...and they all possess the special maiden circuit that allows a marionette to feel emotions! (8682) DUBBED‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (0570)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.98 SLAYERS NEXT VOL. 4: THE UNEXPECTED END? VIDEOS Collects episodes 36-39 of the fun hit Slayers Next series. The monsters Kanzel and Mazenda have placed a magical ward on Lina ‹ preventing her from using her powers! Lina's only hope is to find a legendary doctor who specializes in sorcery. Unfortunately, the doctor's granddaughter has taken over the practice ‹ and she's not exactly a medical school graduate. On the positive side, Lina's found a spell that makes her awesome Giga Slave spell look like a firecracker. Unfortunately, Lina's isn't exactgly sure how to control it...(969) DUBBED (SSVD6056)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.99 SUBTITLED (SSVS6057)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.99 SLAYERS NEXT VOL. 1-4 BOX SET VIDEOS Contains the first four volumes of the Slayers Next series. Approximate running time: 325 min. (969) DUBBED (SPVD6058)‹VHS, FC SRP: $69.99 SUBTITLED (SPVS6059)‹VHS, FC SRP: $69.99 SORCERER HUNTERS VOL. 3: FIRES OF PASSION Legend has it that someday a stone thrown into the Saint Light River will magically turn into a long-awaited savior. To date, 18,253 young women have sacrificed their lives waiting for this blessed event, but unfortunately no savior has yet appeared. This seems like a terrible waste to Carrot, who once again lets his overactive libido pull the Sorcerer Hunters into yet another bizarre adventure. Then, a sorcerer who's actually doing something good for a village turns out to have intentions of the blackest sort. When the warlock's new form of "child care" fails to meet local community standards, the Sorcerer Hunters are sent in to institute a little remedial education! Approximate running time: 60min. (76) MATURE AUDIENCES DUBBED (VHSSH003D)‹VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 SUBTITLED (VHSSH003S)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 STAR BLAZERS SERIES 3 PART XIII VIDEO DUBBED A Bolar proton missile collides with the Earth's sun causing it to overheat. The Argo and the Star Blazers set off to find a new home for humanity, but not before Homer says a touching farewell to his girlfriend. Meanwhile, the Gamilon leader Desslok is plotting to destroy the Bolar Empire. (482) VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 STAR BLAZERS SERIES 3 PART XIV VIDEO DUBBED The Argo aids a damaged ship as Galman forces attack, and heavy casualties are sustained in the battle. Then, as Earth's temperature continues to rise, the Argo investigates a distress call at Barnard's Star. (482) VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 STAR BLAZERS SERIES 3 THE BOLAR WARS BOX SET VIDEOS DUBBED Originally shown in only a few U.S. markets, the "Bolar Wars" is the 13-part sequel to the "Comet Empire" saga. It's 2203, and runaway nuclear fusion in the Earth's sun has forced the population into underground cities. As the Star Blazers seek a planet that will support life, they are drawn into an intergalactic war and guided to the lost planet of Gardiana. (482) Set (x6) MSRP: $159.95 TALES OF MISBEHAVIOR VIDEO SUBTITLED SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (6204/KVVS9904) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 TENCHI IN TOKYO VOL. 4: NEW ENEMIES DVD Now available in DVD. Yugi slowly builds her plot to divide Tenchi¹s group and bring her devious plan to fruition. First Ryo-ohki is seduced by another cabbit and taken to a colony of cabbits on the moon. Then, a stupid, love-crazy dopleganger of Tenchi¹s father tries to bring Tenchi and Sakuya together by kidnapping Sakuya. Then Yugi attacks Ryoko and sends two of her agents to protect Ryoko and to earn her trust. With everyone¹s loyalties going in different directions, will they be able to withstand a future onslaught? (8682/10194) VHS, FC SRP: $29.98 ANIMATION SUPERMAN: THE LOST EPISODES VIDEO AND DVD Eight of Max Fleischer's 1940s Superman shorts restored to their original breathtaking color. If you want to see a classic piece of animation history (and the inspiration for the 90s Batman and Superman TV series), or just wondered what the fuss was about, then look no further. Additional music and sound effects, all in enhanced Dolby sound. Available in VHS or DVD. (8057) VHS (WHE71148)‹FC SRP: $19.98 DVD (WHE73029)‹FC SRP: $19.98 MAX FLEISCHER'S SUPERMAN VIDEO Not seen in this pristine a form for generations. This collection presents ten of the classic Max Fleischer animated Superman adventures. These shorts were the most expensive animated shorts produced at the time, and has recently been restored to it full color with the audio track transferred to enhanced Dolby sound. "Great animation brought back from the dead," comments an anonymous Hip Dude fan. Approximate running time: 100min. (8057/WHE71103) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 GENERAL CHAOS UNCENSORED ANIMATION VIDEO & DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4502) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL VHS (400330)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.95 DVD (400323)‹VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 ASIAN ACTION THEATER Kung Fu Fightin' DRAGON FROM SHAOLIN LETTERBOXED VIDEOS Starring kung fu prodigies Sik Siu Loong and Fok Siu along with superstar Yuen Biao. This is the story of a very young monk's search for Buddha in the big city! Filled with chills, thrills, and laughs, Dragon from Shaolin is butt-kicking fare for the entire family! Approximate running time: 89min. (7816) DUBBED (60503)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (45893)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 RIGHTING WRONGS LETTERBOX VIDEOS The awesome martial arts action thriller at an awesome price! Also known as Above the Law, this kung-fu action flick showcases Cynthia Rothrock and Yuen Biao at their finest. And it features a death-defying stunt that's hard to surpass! (7816) DUBBED (56373)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SUBTITLED (56363)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 Japanese Action MOON OVER TAO ‹ MAKARAGA VIDEO SUBTITLED The latest monster movie from the director of the Zeiram and Hakaider movies, Keita Amemiya. Set in the 16th century in a Japan ravaged by constant war and brutal warlords, three heroes join forces to unravel the secret of a mysterious sword, opposed every step of the way by evil sorcerer Kakugyo. Little do any of them know that the original owners are an alien race from outer space on their way back to Earth to recover. When the alien monster Makaraga is unleashed, will the three heroes be able to stop him before the entire village is destroyed? Full Color. Approximate running time: 96min. (6204/TSVS9975) VHS, FC SRP: $29.95 GOLGO 13: ASSIGNMENT KOWLOON VIDEO DUBBED A hard-boiled live-action adaptation of Japan's all-time best-selling manga. Starring Sonny Chiba (Streetfighter, Return of the Streetfighter) as Golgo 13, the world's #1 hitman. As he attempts to complete his latest job of killing Hong Kong's top underworld kingpin, a relentless cop remains determined to stop him at all costs. Assignment Kowloon is a violent crime thriller loaded with shoot-outs, martial arts, and erotic action. Newly remastered in a widescreen edition. (969/CC0106) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS, FC SRP: $24.95 BABE ZONE VARGA GIRL VIDEO The Esquire Pin-Up Girl She was every man's dream girl, emblazoned on aircraft and in the hearts of American servicemen in World War II. Simply known as the Varga Girl, she was first created over fifty years ago with the remarkable airbrush of Peruvian immigrant Alberto Vargas. In this unique documentary, German filmmaker Wolfgang Haster examines the extraordinary images created by Vargas during the mid 1940s during the infancy of Esquire magazine. He examines over sixty Vargas originals and includes exclusive glimpses of Vargas' personal letters and photos, Vargas Girl calendar, and his other works. Full Color. Approximate running time: 55min. (4358/1722) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 THE SECRET WORLD OF SUPERMODELS It's not all glamour and parties! Learn what the daily life of the supermodel is like with behind-the-scenes glimpses of photo shoots, fashion shows, and more. You'll hear it from the experts ‹ agents and supermodels! Approximate running time: 48min. (198/MP7357) VHS, FC SRP: $14.98 PENTHOUSE: 30 PETS 60 VIDEO Approximate running time: 60min. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (8281/A57036) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong, Canada, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 COMICS HISTORY OF THE COMICS VOL. 1 VIDEO Over 60 years of comic book history collected in this four-volume color documentary. Volume 1 (WWI-Depression) shows how the first World War changed the world forever paving the way for more of the mass media of comics. Includes Betty Boop, Little Orphan Annie, Popeye, Gasoline Alley, Dick Tracy, and more. Approximate running time: 90min. (4538/1638) VHS, FC SRP: $12.95 HISTORY OF THE COMICS VOL. 2 VIDEO Superheroes were born shortly before World War II and saw active duty on the Allied Side. Plus, a look at the new cast of characters created in the 1950s and 1960s for the Baby Boom generation, and the beginning of the influence of pop art. Includes Superman, Batman, Captain America, Steve Canyon, Peanuts, Mad Magazine, James Bond, Andy Capp, and more. Approximate running time: 90min. (4538/1639) VHS, FC SRP: $12.95 HISTORY OF THE COMICS VOL. 3 VIDEO The underground movement of the late 1960s produced an alternative tradition using line art as a vehicle for a ferocious attack on society. These comics flowed through other channels including "prozines" and "fanzines." Plus, the superheroes of the 1970s and 1980s and the influence of punk. Includes Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Vampirella, Judge Dredd, Little Annie Fanny, and more. Approximate running time: 90min. (4538/1640) VHS, FC SRP: $12.95 HISTORY OF THE COMICS VOL. 4 VIDEO With coverage of Heavy Metal and manga, plus a prediction of what's next for the 21st century. Approximate running time: 90min. (4538/1638) VHS, FC SRP: $12.95 BABY HUEY'S GREAT EASTER ADVENTURE VIDEO Starring Maureen McCormick, David Leisure, Harvey Korman, and David Lander. He's big, he's huggable, and he's hilarious. Witness the rebirth of this 7'-tall, super-strong baby duck as he brings all the warmth and humor of his classic cartoon adventures into his first- ever live-action movie. Includes five new songs, and a bonus Baby Huey cartoon. (8727/03350) VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 SCI-FI & HORROR THEMES CASTLE FREAK DIRECTOR'S CUT VIDEO Hideous, hungry, and on the loose! Jeffrey Combs and Barbara Crampton star in Stuart Gordon's Award-winning tale of terror. (6395/0007) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS SRP: $9.98 VAMPIRE JOURNAL'S VIDEO "I am God's most desolate creature ‹ a vampire with a mortal's heart." From the writer and director of the Subspecies trilogy comes a gothic tale of bloodlust. (6395/0006) MATURE AUDEINCES VHS SRP: $14.95 THE ROAD WARRIOR WIDESCREEN SPECIAL EDITION VIDEO The widescreen edition of the Aussie post-apocalyptic classic starring Mel Gibson as Mad Max. This edition includes a behind-the-scenes documentary, original theatrical trailers, and a mini lobby-card reprint. Movie running time: 95 min. Extras: approximately 15 minutes. (8281/17299) VHS SRP: $19.98 SLAVE GIRLS FROM BEYOND INFINITY VIDEO They've made the great escape, but now the beautiful space fugitives have a new enemy! Starring Elizabeth Kaitan and Brinke Stevens. (6395/1003) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS SRP: $9.98 THE LAUGHING DEAD VIDEO Special Comic-Book Speciality Market Price! In a bleak, chaotic future, a young junkie, Hunter, emerges half dead out of a toxic river, not knowing where he is, or how he got there. The landscape is a diseased and post-apocalyptic Los Angeles populated by cannibalistic mutants, heavily armed survivalists, and terror-striken citizens who dare not wander the streets after dark. This literal "Hell on Earth" is controlled by Vincent, a genocidal madman, and worse, a monstrous ages-old vampire. As Hunter battles to stay alive, nothing can prepare him for Vincent...or the terrifying truth of his own existence. (7038/FS1298) VHS, FC SRP: $29.99 The Hammer Collection PREHISTORIC WOMEN WIDESCREEN VIDEO Beware the lash of the savage goddess! While on safari in Africa, big-game hunter David Marchant is captured by a hostile tribe and taken to a temple. When a lightning bolt splits the temple wall, he runs into a prehistoric world. He meets beautiful blonde Saria, one of a tribe of fair-haired women oppressed by a rival group of dark-haired vixens led by the evil Queen Kari. Kari's clan regards all men as evil, and David is the queen's target next target. Approximate running time: 90min. (7867/SV10657) VHS SRP: $14.98 THE VENGEANCE OF SHE WIDESCREEN VIDEO A young, beautiful woman, Carol, has been plagued by hallucinatory voices calling her "Ayesha" who draw her on a voyage to the east. During her voyage, she meets Dr. Philip Smith, and the two of them set out for her unknown destination. Eventually, the two reach the lost city of Kuma where Carol is greeted as the reincarnation of Queen Ayesha, the beloved of King Killikrates. But does the king love her, or is she a pawn in an evil deceitful plan for King Killikrates to gain the secret of immortality? (7867/DV10687) VHS SRP: $14.98 MOVIES RUSH HOUR VIDEO One's all talk, the other's all action. Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker mix punches and punchlines in this hilarious action-comedy. Assigned to a prominent kidnapping case, these two cops quickly discover they can't stand each other. But with time running out, they must join forces to catch the criminals ‹ before they kill each other. Approximate running time: 97min. (8281/N4687V) VHS, FC SRP: $14.95 BLADE VIDEO Wesley Snipes gives the Marvel Comics vampire hero a new edge! Half-human, half- immortal, he's all hero as he tries to save the world from the wicket undead. A riveting action spectacular loaded with breathtaking special effects. Against an army of immortals, one warrior must draw first blood. Approximate running time: 120min. (8281/N4685) VHS, FC SRP: $14.98 AVENGERS MOVIE VIDEOS The cult series of the 60s ‹ reinvented for the 90s! Secret agents John Steed (Ralph Fiennes) and Emma Peel (Uma Thurman) rely on their dry wit, unflappable cool, and fighting prowess to save the world from the high-tech meteorological meddling of an evil genius (Sean Connery). Available in a regular pan-and-scan or a widescreen edition. Approximate running time: 90min. (8281) PAN & SCAN (15873)‹VHS, FC SRP: $14.95 WIDESCREEN (17272)‹VHS, FC SRP: $19.98 TROMA VIDEO DEF BY TEMPTATION VIDEO Starring Samuel L. Jackson and Kadeem Hardison in a horrifying tale of vampires and lust. At odds with his calling, a young divinity student, Joel, comes to New York to sort out his future. Little does he know what terrors await him: a sexy succubus hell-bent on destroying him through her powers of satanic seduction. One by one, his friends all die, leaving Joel to face the temptress...and his destiny alone. Filmed by Ernest Dickerson (She's Gotta Have It, Do the Right Thing, Jungle Fever) with a hip urban soundtrack (Freddie Jackson, Najee). Approximate running time: 100min. (6097/2100) VHS, FC SRP: $14.95 VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED VIDEO An uproarious 90s look at the media-warped culture. Ted Smith watches far too much television, and one day, awakes to find himself the star of sexy public-service announcements, wild westerns, hair-raising horror stories, and goofy game shows! Tune in. Turn on. Crack up. Viewer Discretion is definitely advised. (6097/2800) VHS, FC SRP: $14.95 TUBE A PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE 50S TV COMICS: THE LOST SHOWS A Previews Exclusive! A great collection of rarely-seen episodes of comic strip shows from the 1950s. Includes episodes of Sheena Queen of the Jungle, Terry & The Pirates, Steve Canyon, and Joe Palooka. Plus a bonus short "Stamp Day for Superman," starring the cast of The Adventures of Superman, produced in cooperation with the post office to encourage school kids to buy saving stamps and bonds. (4341) VHS SRP: $19.95 **************** AVENGERS 65 SET I-II VIDEOS Each set contains six digitally remastered black-and-white episodes from 1965, the year that Mrs. Peel (Diana Rigg) and Steed (Patrick Macnee) became the quintessential Avengers! Set I contains the first six episodes on three cassettes total ‹ Vol. 1 ("The Town of No Return, The Gravediggers"), Vol. 2 ("The Cybernauts, Death at Bargain Prices"), and Vol. 3 ("Castle De'ath, The Master Minds"). Approximate running time: 312min. Set II contains Vol. 4 ("The Murder Market, A Surfeit of H2O"), Vol. 5 ("The Hour That Never Was, Dial a Deadly Number"), and Vol. 6 ("Man-Eater of Surrey Green, Two's a Crown, Too Many Christmas Trees"). Approximate running time: 364min. (CAUT: 4) SET I (AAE17249)‹Set (x3) MSRP: $29.95 SET II (AAE17250)‹Set (x3) MSRP: $29.95 AUDIO Babylon 5 BABYLON 5 SOUNDTRACK CDS 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 sci-fi series of all time ‹ Babylon 5. Each episodic CD features music from a single show in its entirety. Cues play chronologically as aired with an average total running time of 30 minutes. Available in this release are "Objects At Rest" and "Sleeping In Light" ‹ the final two episodes in the enduring Babylon 5 saga. (7840) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: These items may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book stores. OBJECTS AT REST (SID-0522)‹CD SRP: $13.98 SLEEPING IN LIGHT (SID-05223)‹CD SRP: $13.98 Fantasy/Sci-Fi/Horror Classics CONAN THE DESTROYER ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK CD Revisit the Hyborian age with Basil Poledouris' engaging soundtrack score to the 1984 sequel Conan the Destroyer (1984). Features 13 tracks including the main title theme. (7840/VSD-5392) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.99 HALLOWEEN II ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK CD Be sure to keep the lights turned on when listening to this chilling soundtrack score to John Carpenter's 1981 cult classic Halloween II. Music composed and performed by John Carpenter in association with Alan Howarth. (7840/VCD-47152) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.99 LOST IN SPACE ORIGINAL MOTON PICTURE SCORE CD Here's the original soundtrack score to the updated Lost in Space (1998) motion picture composed and conducted by Bruce Broughton. Features over 70 minutes of music including dialog bits and effects. Includes a full-color fold-out booklet. (7840/MAF-7086) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.99 OFFERED AGAIN The first two volumes of their critically acclaimed series of newly digital re-recordings of classic sci-fi and monster movies. Each contains almost a hour of previously unrecorded music, including music that was cut from the original films and is heard for the first time on these recordings. 32-page booklets are included with each CD including never-before-seen photos and information about these screen gems from yesteryear. Performed by the Radio Symphony Orchestra of Cracow, with Masatoshi Mitsumoto conducting. O/A MONSTEROUS MOVIE MUSIC CD Volume one features music from Them! (1954), The Mole People (1956), and It Came From Beneath The Sea (1955). Total running time: 68:38. (9040/MMM-1950). (CAUT: 4) CD $16.98 O/A MORE MONSTEROUS MOVIE MUSIC CD Volume two features music from Tarantula (1955), The Beast From 20,000 Fathoms (1953), The Monolith Monsters (1957), and Gorgo (1961). Total running time: 59:03. (9040/MMM-1951) (CAUT: 4) CD $16.98 ********************* PLANET OF THE APES ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK CD Newly expanded and revised. Re-experience the thrilling soundtrack score to the classic Planet of the Apes (1968) film which also features music from Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971). Music composed and conducted by Jerry Goldsmith. 18 tracks which includes previously unreleased material. Comes with a 12-page full-color booklet. (7840/VSD-5848) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.99 WING COMMANDER ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD You've played the game and experienced the recently released motion picture. Now you can also enjoy the soundtrack score to one of the most popular computer games of all time. Richly textured and incredibly layered, this score will surely be enjoyed by all Wing Commander fans. Theme by David Arnold and original score composed by Kevin Kiner. 38:22 total running time. (7870/SID-8905) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $17.98 Star Wars STAR WARS: EPISODE I MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK CD John Williams is back which should guarantee another stirring score for one of the most anticipated films of the Century. Naturally the sound quality will be breathtaking and the performance of the London Symphony Orchestra will surely evoke all the thrills, twists, and rousing moments of this latest Star Wars opus. (8137) (CAUT: 4) CD SRP: $18.98 STAR WARS: COCKTAILS IN THE CANTINA CD Here's the perfect mood music for all you swinging Rebel lounge lizards. This Star Wars tribute features 13 tracks of solid rhythms, inviting melodies and non-stop swing which makes this a unique listening experience. The cover is graced by the beautiful adult film superstar Jasmin St. Claire. Music performed by The Evil Genius Orchestra. (89110-2) (CAUT: 4) CD MSRP: $15.98 APPAREL SECTION PREMIER VENDORS COMIC IMAGES CENTRAL PARK MEDIA ANIME PIN-UP BEAUTIES: ARISA T-SHIRT The rain certainly does not dampen her style. And the stormy winds, in fact, do the same for Arisa as they did for Marilyn Monroe! This stunning white 100% cotton t-shirt proudly unveils this new side to Arisa¹s beauty amidst a wonderous storm background. (90605) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 DARK HORSE ALIENS VS. PREDATOR DEADLIEST OF THE SPECIES T-SHIRT With a gun like the one she¹s holding, it¹s no wonder why the Predator turns the other cheek. So just who is the deadliest of the species? This beautiful black 100% cotton tee, complete with superb art by John Bolton, is sure to keep you guessing. (90601) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 GHOST PAINFUL MUSIC TPB T-SHIRT The breathtaking art of Chris Warner found on the cover of the Ghost: Painful Music TPB has been flawlessly transferred onto this white 100% cotton tee. Now, all the fine artistic details are larger and more radiant than ever! (90603) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 SOCK MONKEY BATS T-SHIRT Sock Monkey and his feathered friend know not to monkey around at a time like this. Tony Millionaire¹s stunning art on this black 100% cotton t-shirt proves that bats are far more terrifying than Alfred Hitchcock¹s birds ever were. (90602) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 USAGI YOJIMBO GROUP SHOT T-SHIRT The small reptile on the left says it all ‹ ³Eep!² When you sport around this threatening gray 100% cotton tee featuring the group shot of the Usagi Yojimbo cast, passersby are sure to relish in Stan Sakai¹s masterful art. But don¹t be too surprised when they quickly move out of your way! (90604) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 GRAPHITTI DESIGNS MAGE: HERO DEFINED LTD. EDITION PRINT All of the elements of Matt Wagner's Mage: The Hero Defined all fall into place on the new Mage Limited Edition Print. Signed by Matt, each individually-numbered, high-definition print measures 26 1/2" x 16" with an image area of roughly 25" x 13 1/4". Limited to an edition-size of only 500, these special printed are subject to allocation if orders exceed the limitation. Kevin, Joe and Kirby have arrived!! Signed Print $59.95 MOOBY CORP. MAGNET SET The loveable cast from this year Mooby on Ice extravaganza make their magnetic debut on the cool new Mooby Corp Magnet Set. Features four full-color magnets that include Surly Duck, Little Eddy, Enoch and Silent Bob's favorite Bovine, Mooby. If you're in the know, you'll know where to stick these puppies and why. Supplies are limited, so order yours before it's too late!! Magnet Set $7.95 FORKED TONGUE T-SHIRT Silent Bob may love the cow, but Jay bows to the metal gods of the early 80's. Crack out your denim and leather, and sport the Forked Tongues T-shirt that Jay picks up in issue four of Oni's Jay & Silent Bob mini-series. Featuring the demented art of Walt Flanagan screenprinted in white on a black 100% cotton shirt, this is the shirt that Jay wears all the way through to...you know what. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 BLUNTMAN & CHRONIC T-SHIRT Take a bite out of crime with the new Bluntman & Chronic T-shirt. Features the art of Mike Allred screenprinted in full-color on a white 100% cotton shirt. You've seen them in the movies, you've read the comics, now it's time to wear the shirt. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 HARLEY QUINN & POISON IVY T-SHIRT Two of the baddest girls in comics have come together to help create the new Harley Quinn & Poison Ivy T-shirt. Features the painted art of Bruce Timm screenprinted in full-color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Double-trouble for the Dark Knight has never looked so good!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 PLASTIC MAN T-SHIRT Two classics come together to create the first-ever Plastic Man T-shirt. Artist Alex Toth creates the visuals for this full-color design screenprinted on a white 100% cotton shirt. After more than sixty years, the original rubber man stands alone among his peers. In lieu of the traditional gold watch, we honor him today with these ultra-cool shirts. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 BATMAN BEYOND SYMBOL T-SHIRT The TV hit of the year takes center stage on the new Batman Beyond Symbol T-shirt. Features the red futuristic bat-symbol screenprinted on the front of a black 100% cotton shirt. Tomorrow's Batman is here today!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 EARTH-X IV T-SHIRT A slightly different Thor takes center stage together with the Avengers on the cool new Earth-X IV T-shirt design. Features the art of Alex Ross screenprinted in full-color on a black !00% cotton shirt. Come see the existing visions of a future as interpreted by Ross, Jim Krueger and John Paul Leon. Earth-X is here!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 MARVEL CLASSIC: DR. STRANGE T-SHIRT The mystic arts take center stage this month on the new Marvel Classic Dr. Strange T-shirt. This faithful re-creation of the 60s shirt is screenprinted in process-color on a white 100% cotton shirt. Conjure up a shirt of your own while the magic is still in the air. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 THOR SYMBOL T-SHIRT The classic look of the God of Thunder can now be worn by all on the new Thor T-shirt. Inspired by the familiar Asgard-garb, the four familiar spheres are screenprint in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Approved by Odin himself!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 DAREDEVIL & BLACK WIDOW T-SHIRT Marvel Knights reach new heights on the new Daredevil and Black Widow T-shirt. Artist David Mack's artwork is screenprinted in process-color on this white 100% cotton garment. The new look for the Man Without Fear starts in issue #9...check it out!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 WOLVERINE II T-SHIRT One of the most popular alumni of Professor X makes a special appearance on the new Wolverine II T-shirt. Features the art of Jim Lee screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 € T-SHIRTS FROM GIANT MANUFACTURING € SW "EPISODE 1 LINE-UP" T-SHIRT (BAND DESIGN) SW: "THE EMPEROR" T-SHIRT SW: "YOUNG DARTH VADER" T-SHIRT (DYED VERTICAL TWO- TONES SHIRT) The much anticipated release of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace has brought with it a wealth of cool new shirt designs. Though we would like to show them to you, LucasFilms is keeping merchandise visuals under tight wraps and will not allow any to be published until the early May 1999 on-sale date. We have personally chosen a selection of what we think are the neatest and most saleable designs which we'll be offering to you over the next few month. All shirt feature full-color screenprinted designs on 100% cotton shirts. A $21.95 SRP has been assigned to shirts that are designated as "treatment" designs. These garments feature some type of value-added process that includes: controlled dying, large designs on both sides and/or special finishing. These shirts look great...trust us!! EPISODE 1 LINE-UP‹L-XL $18.95 THE EMPEROR‹L-XL $21.95 YOUNG DARTH VADER‹L-XL $21.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A REVERSE FLASH SYMBOL T-SHIRT One of Barry Allen Flash's coolest villain makes an encore appearance on the Reverse Flash Symbol T-shirt. Features the classic Flash icon screenprinted in red and black on a yellow 100% cotton shirt. A cool new twist on the classic Flash design. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A EARTH X II T-SHIRT The inspiration for the colorful cast that inhabit this new world are acknowledged on the new Earth-X II T-shirt. Features the art of John Paul Leon and Alex Ross screenprinted in full process-color on both the front and back of a white 100% cotton shirt. Evolution has never looked any better!! L-XL $19.95 XXL $22.95 O/A GAY & SILENT BOB T-SHIRT The Gay & Silent Bob Valentine's Day T-shirt has arrived. Features this "touching" moment screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Love may be fleeting but a good T-shirt lasys forever!! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A METAL MEN: TIN T-SHIRT O/A METAL MEN: LEAD T-SHIRT O/A METAL MEN: GOLD T-SHIRT O/A METAL MEN: MERCURY T-SHIRT O/A METAL MEN: PLATINUM T-SHIRT O/A METAL MEN: IRON T-SHIRT All six members of the original Metal Men are represented on the assortment of Metal Men T-shirts offered this month. Each symbol is screenprinted on an appropriate shirt color to create six of the classiest shirt designs around. Show your metal and wear the element of your choice today. L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A GRENDEL: HUNTER ROSE T-SHIRT The Grendel that started it all returns. Grendel: Hunter Rose T-shirt features the art of Matt Wagner printed in color on a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. An assortment of other Grendel action figures, shirts and magnets are still available. Check'em out today! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 O/A MAGE: THE HERO DEFINED SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A MAGE: JOE PHAT "BOLT" SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A MAGE: KIRBY HERO SYMBOL T-SHIRT The entire main entourage from Matt Wagner's Mage: The Hero Defined are represented on these three shirt designs. The Mage Bolt T-shirt features the white bolt screenprinted on the front of a white 100% cotton heavyweight black shirt. The Joe Phat T-shirt features Joe's bolt screenprint in blue and white on a royal blue 100% cotton T-shirt. The Kirby Hero T-shirt features a multicolor screenprint on the back of a Stone-washed blue 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. Wear the magic of your choice today! L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 ************************** APPAREL SECTION AUSTIN POWERS DR. EVIL: FRICKIN' IDIOTS CAP Would-be world dominator Dr. Evil decries "Why Must I Be Surrounded By Frickin' Idiots?" Why indeed?! This light brush cotton black cap features the embroidered image of Dr. Evil on the front as well as a small Austin Powers logo embroidered on the back. Features adjustable clasp. (6461/26-1005) Cap $14.95 AUSTIN POWERS: "DO I MAKE YOU HORNY BABY" PIN You'll be the topic of conversation when you wear this bright colored lapel pin featuring the popular mystery question from the man himself, Austin Powers: "Do I Make You Horny, Baby?" Wear it with caution! (870/AP-PIN1) (CAUT: 4) Pin $3.00 AUSTIN POWERS: "OH BEHAVE" PIN The popular Power's catch phrase "Oh, Behave" is captured within a bouquet of bright floral designs on this groovy lapel pin ready to upgrade your attire! (870/AP-PIN2) (CAUT: 4) Pin $4.00 AUSTIN POWERS: INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTERY T-SHIRT "Baybeee!!" What better way to announce your presence at a groovy party than by wearing this smashing two-sided white tee. The front features the image of the International Man of Mystery with the Union Jack flag in the background, while the back sports the "Austin Powers, International Man of Mystery" logo. 100% cotton, 100% groovy! (559/41-331-4) L-XL $16.95 DR. EVIL: I WANT YOU T-SHIRT This two-sided black T-shirt features the nefarious front image of Dr. Evil and his pet, Mr. Bigglesworth, inviting you to join Virtucon ‹ An Evil Corporation. The back sports the "The Few, The Proud, The Evil" motto. Join today and partake in sinister schemes of world domination! 100% cotton, 100% evil! (559/41-331-23) L-XL $16.95 AUSTIN POWERS C-WATCH ASSORTMENT These innovative C-watches can do what Dr. Evil can't ‹ capture everyone's favorite superstar secret agent! Relive the fabbest spy picture ever, right on your wrist, as you swing through time with shagadelic animation, smashing sound effects and a groovy Austin Powers that tells the time! Each watch features a decorative resin band, digital quartz time and date, alarm, stopwatch, sound control, and time-specific meal and wake-up calls. Pick between two band‹ both with Austin Powers. Battery included. (8632/31402) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. GO-GO CHEX BAND‹Watch SRP: $29.00Ea. FLOWER BAND‹Watch SRP: $29.00Ea. BRUCE LEE BRUCE LEE: JUMPSUIT T-SHIRT Clad in his patented golden yellow jumpsuit from Game of Death (1978) and armed with deadly nunchuks, "The Dragon" appears to be ready for anything on the back of this two- sided cotton navy colored tee. The front features a small "Bruce Lee" logo. 100% cotton, 100% action-packed! (7296/32116) L-XL $16.95 BRUCE LEE: SPLITTING IMAGES T-SHIRT Arguably the greatest martial artist of modern times, the spirit of Bruce Lee lives on with this dynamic two-sided black T-shirt featuring the five split images of "The Dragon" on the back. The front features a small "Bruce Lee" logo. 100% cotton. (7296/3212101) L-XL $16.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER ANGEL LOGO CAP Show up at the Bronze in style by wearing this stylish cap featuring the "Angel" logo embroidered on the front of this charcoal colored cotton twill cap, with black bill. Also features an embroidered logo on the back. (4237/SBVC03) (CAUT: 4) Cap $17.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BLUE LOGO CAP Declare your allegiance for one of the hippest shows around today with this black cotton twill cap sporting an embroidered blue Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo on the front. The back features a small embroidered logo. Wear yours today and start slaying away tomorrow! (4237/SBVC04) (CAUT: 4) Cap $17.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ANGEL DAMNED T-SHIRT Poor tormented Angel. He's the vampire cursed with a soul, forever denied to act upon his feelings for Buffy lest he risk losing his soul again and reverting back to the soulless and murderous Angelus persona. Two images of the handsome vampire heartthrob are presented on the front of this black 100% cotton T-shirt which will make the ideal gift for fellow Angel Testosterone Brigade members! (6028/080-016A) L-XL $16.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BUFFY INNOCENCE T-SHIRT Show up at The Bronze and knock them dead (assuming the vampires haven't beaten you to it) with this two-sided black 100% cotton T-shirt featuring the scrumptious photorealistic image of the slayer with the mostest ‹ Buffy Summers. The back sports a "slayer" logo. (6028/080-014A) L-XL $16.95 CHAOS! COMICS CHASTITY: KNIFE T-SHIRT She's a rocker, actress, vampire ‹ and reluctant assassin! Her name is Chastity, and now you can proudly wear this cool tee featuring the cover image for Chastity: Theater of Pain #1 premium edition by Justiniano which is screenprinted in full color on the front of a black 100% cotton T-shirt. (4232/3608) L-XL $16.95 EVIL ERNIE GLOW T-SHIRT The countdown to the end has commenced, so be prepared for final Armageddon by donning this cool black garment featuring the spectacular cover artwork from Evil Ernie #8 by David Brewer, Curtis Arnold, and Jason Jensen. (4232/3602) L-XL $16.95 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND OFFERED AGAIN The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF) has spent well over $100,000.00 in its eight years of existence protecting the rights of the comic book industry, rights which in other media circles are taken for granted. In order to stop censorship and make comics as free as any other form of expression, the CBLDF defends those who are singled out and egregiously prosecuted. Previews is proud to support this organization by offering their special items. O/A CBLDF: FRANK MILLER FIGHT CENSORSHIP! T-SHIRT Wear your heart on your sleeve with this classic Comic Book Legal Defense Fund T-shirt. This black tee sports a stunning color image by Frank Miller along with the bold words "Fight Censorship!"-simple, powerful, and for a good cause. 100% cotton, 100% censorship free. (8945) L-XLL SRP: $20.00 ************************* JAMES BOND JAMES BOND #3 LIMITED EDITION WATCH The third limited edition James Bond 007 quartz timepiece from Fossil. This secret agent's dream come true features a classy black dial featuring the 007 logo with a brushed sliver bezel and a PVC watch band which comes with removable compass and temperature gauges. Also comes with an extra black leather strap for those special black tie occasions. Limited to 5,000 pieces and comes in a decorative 007 tin. (427/LI-1678) (CAUT: 4) Watch $90.00 JAPANIMATION SAILOR MOON: SCOUTS T-SHIRT It's Sailor Moon and the Sailor Scouts to the rescue! Join the world's favorite teen super- heroines as they're presented on the front of this attractive two-sided black T-shirt. The back features a Sailor Moon logo/image. 100% cotton. (7294/SAI-152) M-XL $17.95 SAILOR MOON: FULL MOON BABY DOLL SHIRT This black 100% cotton baby doll style shirt sports the perky image of the perkiest crime fighter of them all--Sailor Moon. The perfect attire for all aspiring Sailor Scouts (females only please!). One size fits most. (7294/SAI-153) One size $16.95 STREET FIGHTER II GROUP T-SHIRT The popular characters from the Street Fighter II anime series are gathered and ready to rumble on the front of this black 100% cotton tee. A must for all Street Fighter II fans! (8343/2114) L-XL $16.95 MARVEL SUPER-HEROES SPIDER-MAN "CRAWL" TRIBAL TATTOO DESIGN T-SHIRT This oxford gray 100% cotton T-shirt presents an unique tattoo tribal inkings design of the amazing Spider-Man on the front as well as the back. Wear yours today and swing around town in style! (559/21-331-19) L-XL $16.95 SPIDER-MAN "SPIDER SENSE" TRIBAL TATTOO DESIGN T-SHIRT Treat yourself to a different look with this fashionable two-sided Spidey tee featuring tattoo tribal inkings and Asian inspired graphics. Screenprinted designs presented on the front as well as the back of a black 100% cotton T-shirt. (559/21-331-26) L-XL $16.95 MITCH O'CONNELL Good Taste Products is beside itself with joy to announce two brand new color Mitch O'Connell T-shirt designs! Both are being released in conjunction with his collected book of art ‹ Pwease Wuv Me! POODLEMAN BITES! T-SHIRT Here's your chance to choose the humorously heroic "Poodleman" from the pages of Pwease Wuv Me! and wear it proudly! Graphic presented in blue and screenprinted on a high quality Hanes Beefy-T 100% cotton white tee. The perfect gift for that ultra-cool but somewhat clueless super-hero in your life. (8127) XL $19.95 PWEASE WUV ME! T-SHIRT Proudly proclaim to the world your lack of good taste by wearing the disturbingly cute "Pwease Wuv Me!" design by Mitch O'Connell. Presented on a white high quality Hanes 100% cotton Beefy-T and pleasantly printed with pink. (8127) XL $19.95 PAGAN JEWELRY HALO CROSS PENDANT Imported from England, this finely crafted cross pendant measures 1 1/4" x 2" and comes with a silver plated chain. (8343/786) CAUT: 4) Pendant $12.00 ROSE ANKH PENDANT Finely crafted and made in England, this pendant measures an impressive 2 3/4" x 1 1/2". Comes with a silver plated chain. (8343/852) (CAUT: 4) Pendant $12.00 POKÉMON POKÉMON MONSTER LOGO CAP Every aspiring Pokémon trainer need a good hat! The embroidered image of Pikachu and his pals along with the Pokémon logo adorn the front of this light brush cotton black cap. Features adjustable clasp. (6461/27-1007) (CAUT: 4) Cap $14.95 POKÉMON FLIP-BOOK PIKACHU T-SHIRT Here's your chance to finally catch the elusive Pikachu with this 100% cotton navy colored T-shirt. The little guy is magnificently captured on the front of this tee in a full color screenprinted band of Pikachu images that will literally dance across your chest. (7295/POK3231) L-XL $16.95 POKÉMON GET THE POWER T-SHIRT Catch Pokémon fever with this two-sided steel blue T-shirt featuring the screenprinted image of Ash presented on the front. The back features the image of a Keshimon holder and the phrase "Get the Power." Don't be left out, here's your chance to secure your portion of the first wave of high quality, U.S. produced, licensed Pokémon apparel. 100% cotton. (7295/POK3341) L-XL $17.95 POKÉMON PIKACHU C-WATCH Gotta catch 'em all! Ash has his hands full telling the time and training to become the world's greatest Pokémon Master in this assortment of C-Watches! Exciting sound effects and animation bring to life #25 Pikachu, from the hit TV show and video game! Features digital quartz time and date, alarm, stopwatch, sound control, and time-specific meal and wake-up calls. Battery included. (8632/31555) (CAUT: 4) Watch SRP: $29.00Ea. PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING WWF WWF: MANKIND ASYLUM T-SHIRT Enter the deranged word of WWF sensation Mankind with this two-sided black T-shirt featuring the front screenprinted image of the wrestler once known as Mick Foley along with the words "Welcome to the Asylum." The back sports the phrase "Takes a Lickin' and Keeps on Tickin'!" 100% cotton. (4232/3360) L-XL $16.95 WWF: STONE COLD WHOOP ASS T-SHIRT Get ready to whoop ass with Stone Cold Steve Austin! This two-sided black tee features the screenprinted image of the WWF's professional ass kicker while the back sports an "Austin 3:16" logo. 100% cotton, 100% hell yeah! (4232/3268) L-XL $16.95 THE SIMPSONS BART ON FIRE T-SHIRT Aye-Carumba! It's an all-new look for the The Simpsons! Here's your chance to tear things up with the likes of evil Bart! Screenprinted image presented on the front of a black 100% cotton tee. (8615/SIB-1089) L-XL $16.95 KRUSTY TRUCKS T-SHIRT Thrash in style with some cool Krusty Trucks threads. The "Krusty Trucks" logo is presented on the front of this rad white 100% cotton tee. 100% "Springfield SK8 Club Appvd." (8615/SIB-1091) L-XL $16.95 HOMER SIMPSON LIMITED EDITION WATCH The perfect accessory to honor Homer's favorite pastime! This stylish Fossil quartz watch features the humorous image of Homer sitting with the remote in one hand and a can of Duff's beer in the other. Framed in a brushed silver tone bezel, this collectible timepiece comes with a sleek black leather strap. Housed inside a decorative polyresin case in the shape of a sofa with Homer sitting upon it. Limited to 2,500 pieces. (LI-1657) (CAUT: 4) Watch $85.00 STAR WARS Due to restrictions placed by the film studio, no Star Wars: Phantom Menace artwork is allowed to be shown to the public at this time ‹ although one can check out the latest issues of the Official Star Wars Magazine or visit the official Star Wars website and see the images of the characters. STAR WARS: EPISODE I ‹ JEDI COUNCIL TIE DYE T-SHIRT Liquid Blue presents this garment featuring the enticing front image of Qui-Gon Jinn, Anakin Skywalker, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Mace Windu ‹ all surrounding a scene of young Anakin Skywalker addressing the Jedi Council which overlooks the picturesque cityscape of Coruscant. One-sided presented on a charcoal ash-colored, 100% cotton vat- dyed tee. (7138/11922) L-XL $27.00 STAR WARS: EPISODE I ‹ LIGHTSABER BATTLE TIE DYE T-SHIRT Another stunning Liquid Blue shirt featuring a v-dye pattern along with fabulous photorealistic images presented on the front and the back. Both collage of images feature the action-packed lightsaber battles involving Darth Maul, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn. 100% cotton. (7138/11926) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $29.00 STAR WARS: EPISODE I ‹ YODA JEDI MASTER TIE DYE T-SHIRT This Liquid Blue aqua color-treated dyed T-shirt presents a stunning front portrait of Yoda, the renowned Jedi Master who faithfully serves the Galactic Republic as one of the 12 members of the Jedi Council. The diminutive green skinned Jedi Master has never looked more spry in his life! 100% cotton. (7138/11920) L-XL $27.00 TOP COW FATHOM T-SHIRT The artistic wizardry of Michael Turner's Fathom continues to deliver the goods. Make a big splash with your fellow Fathom fans by wearing this stately slate blue T-shirt featuring the front image of the lovely Aspen Matthews by Michael Turner, Joe Weems, and Jonathan D. Smith. 100% cotton. (8343/2336) L-XL $16.95 XXL $19.95 X-FILES THE X-FILES: BLUE SMOKING MAN T-SHIRT He's the man behind the cloud of smoke who has been involved in the affairs of The X- Files since the day Section Chief Scott Blevins assigned Scully to "assist" Mulder. The back of this two-sided 100% cotton black shirt will remind all nonconformists that the silent presence of the Cigarette-Smoking Man is keeping an eye on things and will stop at nothing to eliminate those that cross his path. The front features The X-Files logo over the left pocket area. (8615/XFB-2007) L-XL $17.95 THE X-FILES: WAR OF THE COPROPHAGES T-SHIRT Probably one of the best episodes from the third season, the episode "War of the Coprophages" is given tribute on the back of this two-sided black T-shirt. The front features The X-Files logo over the left pocket area. 100% cotton, 100% killer cockroach infested! (8615/XFB-2005) L-XL $17.95 XENA XENA PHOTDOME LAPEL PIN Enhance your attire with this gold tone lapel pin featuring a full color photo realistic image of the Warrior Princess gripping her mighty sword! Measures approximately 2 1/2" long. (870/XE-PIN5) (CAUT: 4) Pin $5.00 XENA: GABRIELLE PHOTODOME LAPEL PIN Show your appreciation for Xena's trusted sidekick and friend-the feisty Gabrielle! Standing her ground and holding her staff, Gabrielle is magnificently captured on this photodome style lapel pin. Measures approximately 2 1/2" long. (870/XE-PIN4) (CAUT: 4) Pin $5.00 XENA BABY DOLL SHIRT MEDIUM Celebrate Spring and Summer in style with this new baby doll tee as Xena balances her trusted weapon upon her fingertips across the front in beautiful photo realistic imagery! Black "Anvil" tee crops so those daring warrior princesses can show off just a little of their Amazon flesh! (870/XE-T13) Medium $19.99 MERCHANDISE SECTION TOYS SECTION BABYLON 5 BABYLON 5 6² ACTION FIGURES SERIES IV A Diamond Select Release! A Previews Shared Exclusive! Here¹s the fourth series of very cool, exquisitely sculpted B5 action figures ‹ available only through select outlets and Previews! Bring the excitement and intrigue of TV¹s Babylon 5 to life with these all-new 6² tall action figures, each depicted in his (or her) familiar dress uniform/costume, along with an insignia badge specific to their race. Choose from: PSI-Cop Bester, Ambassador Vlur/Nhur of the Pal¹Ma¹Ra, Ambassador She¹Lah of the Gaim Intelligence, Ambassador Juphar Trkider of the Drazi Freehold, and Captain Elizabeth Lochley! Previews readers should look for two special variant figures! (6275) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #10 (Oct98) Figure SRP: $11.99Ea. BARBIE/COLLECTOR DOLLS BARBIE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL DOLLS Baseball fans take note: Barbie loves the national pastimeŠ Baseball! This series of Barbie dolls features the blonde icon dressed in the uniforms of some of Baseball's greatest teams. This month, we offer Barbies in the uniforms of the Chicago Cubs, the New York Yankees, and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Window box packaging. (744) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Available in North America only. CHICAGO CUBS BARBIE‹Doll (23883) SRP: $41.50 L.A. DODGERS BARBIE‹Doll (23882) SRP: $41.50 N.Y. YANKEES BARBIE‹Doll (23881) SRP: $41.50 BARBIE THE FLAMINGO DOLL Part of the "Birds of Beauty" collection, Barbie glows in this stunning pink gown patterned after the Flamingo. Window box packaging. (744/22957) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Available in North America only. Doll SRP: $87.50 COMIC BOOK HEROES AVENGERS DELUXE BOXED GIFT SET Avengers Assemble!!! Following in the footsteps of Toy Biz's now classic Original X-Men and Uncanny X-Men team boxed sets, comes this all-new edition featuring the Avengers team line-up as seen in 1963's The Avengers #1! You get: The Incredible Hulk, Ant-Man, The Wasp, Giant-Man, Thor, and Iron Man (with removable helmet!). All six all-new figures (no re-casts or re-paints!) come packaged in a stylin' fifth panel window box, illustrated with classic Marvel Comics artwork. You need this! (49/43510) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in North America. Set SRP: $24.99 STARS OF THE MONTH X-MEN FIGURE GIFT PACKS No X-Men collection can be complete without these packs! In 1963, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby made history when they created the X-Men, and now Toy Biz offers two different sets, featuring two different teams of X-Men! The Classic X-Team set includes: Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast, and Iceman; the Modern X-Team includes: Colossus, Banshee, Nightcrawler, Storm, Sunfire, & Thunderbird. Each set of 5" articulated figures come packaged in an illustrated fifth panel window box. Now you can get all of the original X- Men in one set, with their original blue and yellow uniforms! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Available only in North America. CLASSIC X-TEAM‹Set (STAR07196) SRP: $37.50 MODERN X-TEAM‹Set (STAR08215) SRP: $36.00 ********************* BATMAN 1999 KNIGHT FORCE NINJAS DELUXE FIGURES The Dark Knight utilizes his years of martial arts training to bring down Gotham City¹s deadliest villains... and now these deluxe figures take Batman¹s war on crime to an all new level! This assortment may include the following figures: Arsenal Cape Batman, Battle & Blade Batman, Thunder Kick Batman, Hyper-Crush Robin, Tornado Blast Riddler, and Fist Fury Batman. Blister card packaging. (309/64235) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.75Ea. BATMAN BEYOND DELUXE FIGURES The WB's Batman Beyond has become the latest sensation in their ongoing family of DC- related animated series. Now take to the streets of future Gotham with this new series of deluxe figures, based on the hit TV series! This assortment may include the following figures: Neon Camo Batman and Strao-Defense Batman. Blister card packaging. (309/64365) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.75Ea. DC SUPER-HEROES 12-INCH ACTION FIGURES Previously available only through Kay-Bee Toys, these are the first in a series of 12" action figures bringing the heroes of the DC Universe to life! This month, we offer two of DC's best: The Flash and Green Lantern (Kyle Rayner). Each figure is fully articulated, with a cloth costume, and comes packaged in an illustrated window box. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in North America. FLASH‹Figure (26007) $24.95 GREEN LANTERN‹Figure (70757) $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A JAPANESE GEN13 FAIRCHILD FIGURE This stunning 6² figure was originally produced for the Japanese market, but is now being made available to American collectors! This version features a more revealing costume amd different paint than its American counterpart. (GEN13001) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Available only in North America. Figure $13.99 **************** LADY DEATH CLEAR PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FIGURE A Previews Exclusive! Some of you may have wished for that Lady Death figure with see- through clothing, but alas, the folks at Moore Action Collectibles took the see-through gimick in another direction! Sculpted by Clayburn Moore & Paul F. Moore, this Previews Exclusive Lady Death figure's body is totally clear ‹ only her armor, clothing, and accessories are solid! WeirdŠ but cool! Figure stands approximately 6" tall and features illustrated blister card packaging. (4151) (CAUT: 2 & 4) Figure $14.95 MARVEL GOLD BLACK WIDOW FIGURE Listen up, figure fans! You wanted her; you've got her! Super-hero and secret agent extraordinaire, Natasha Romanova, a.k.a. The Black Widow, has served in the Avengers and as an agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Previously a mail-order-only figure, the Widow comes with snap-on venom blasters and a removable Avengers team jacket. Figure stands approximately 6" tall and features illustrated blister bard packaging. (4303) (CAUT: 4) Figure $14.95 MARVEL GOLD IRON FIST FIGURE Feel the fury of Iron Fist by owning this limited edition action figure! Daniel Rand, the martial arts master from K'un L'un, comes with a removable cloth gi, and comes on an exclusive Marvel Gold collector's edition blister card. This previous mail-order-exclusive "Hero For Hire" can now be yours! Figure stands approximately 6" tall. (4303) (CAUT: 4) Figure $14.95 SPAWN: POACHER FIGURE IN DISPLAY From 1997's Total Chaos 2 Ultra Action Figures series comes the massive pachyderm "Poacher," featuring a host of hunting implements and accessories ‹ along with the elephant gun the original retail version didn't include! Previously an FAO Schwartz exclusive, this figure is now available through your favorite comics shop in deluxe packaging! You may have seen other deluxe McFarlane figures offered exclusively elsewhere, but the folks at FAO were the only ones to request the inclusion of a special overhead light built into the display's lid! Hit the button, and Poacher is illuminated from aboveŠ a very cool effect indeed! The figure stands approximately 8" tall and features a hard plastic display case with cardstock inserts. (4489) (CAUT: 4) Figure $25.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE SUPERMAN ANIMATED SUPERGIRL FIGURE A Previews Exclusive! Only released in miniscule numbers in Europe, Previews is proud to bring American fans our next exclusive DC animated female figure: Supergirl! Articulated at the neck, shoulders, and waist, the Maid of Steel comes in her trademark miniskirt and half-cape... along with a bunch of funky armor and missile launchers you¹ll relegate to your parts box the moment you get her!!! She¹s ultra-cool, ultra-collectible... and she¹s only available through Previews! Limited quantities remain. (6245/62981) (CAUT: 3) Figure SRP: $13.00 ************************ ROBERT TONNER WONDER WOMAN LIMITED EDITION PORCELAIN DOLL Designed by famed doll designer, Robert Tonner, this Silver Age Wonder Woman doll stands 19" tall and wears her classic costume with a gold embroidered eagle crest and her signature blue star-print shorts. Her white patent belt circles her waist, keeping her magic lasso of truth at the ready. Her silver wrist bands and golden tiara make her instantly recognizable as one of the first female super-heroes! Limited to an edition of only 500 hand-crafted dolls. (CAUT: 2 & 4) Doll $150.00 SPIDER-MAN SPIDER-POWER SERIES II ACTION FIGURES Peter Parker ha dedicated his life to protecting the innocent as the Amazing Spider-Man, using his radiation-spawned powers to battle such super-villains as the nefarious Doctor Octopus. This second series of 5" tall articluated "Spider-Power" figures features Spidey and some of his deadliest foes! This series may include: Flip & Swing Spider-Man (w/Action Lamppost & "wooden" Crates); J. Jonah Jameson (w/Transforming Spider- Slayer Desk); Doctor Octopus (w/Arm Assault Octobot), and Spider-Sense Peter Parker (w/Trashcan Attack Action). Blister card packaging. (49/47545) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $6.95Ea. DIE CAST NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all Die-Casts are sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. JOHNNY LIGHTNING CLASSIC GOLD SERIES II DIE-CASTS This is a whole new approach to classic cars! The Classic Gold II series features cars of all makes and models, from all eras and design groups. This series of popular cars is a limited edition, each featuring a different paint color in every release. This series may include the following die-casts in new paint schemes: 1984 Monte Carlo SS, 1969 AMX, 1970 Buick Stage 1, and 1978 Corvette. Each features a 100% die-cast metal body and chassis, and a photo of the actual car on the blister card packaging. (6243/404-01) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $3.00Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING FUNNY CAR LEGENDS SERIES III DIE-CASTS Relive those summer days at the drag strip with this line of vintage Funny Car Legends. A total of 12 brand-new castings is being used in this series ‹ six different limited edition designs in every series ‹ each with a new sponsor! Each features a die-cast body and chassis and rubber wheels. This series may include the following funny cars: Strip Blazer III, Kingfish, Phil Castronovo, Whipple & McCulloch, Blue Max, and Flash Gordon Mineo. Blister card packaging. (6243/471-03) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $4.00Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING MAGMAS 1:43 SCALE DIE-CASTS This series of larger, 1:43 scale die-cast cars, depicts some of the hottest show cars and real-life racers. In addition to the previously-released The Munster's Dragula, T'Rantula, and the Al Unser Indy Racer, this series may include: 1971 Roadrunner, 1968 Camaro, 1971 Mustang Boss 351, 1970 Challenger, and a 1971 Mustang Mach 1. Each features a 100% die-cast metal body and chassis, and a photo of the actual car on the blister card packaging. (6243/252-01) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $8.00Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING RACING DREAMS WAVE II DIE-CASTS Picture the colorful graphics of some of your favorite movies, snacks, and breakfast cereals emblazoned across the bodies and hoods of "sponsored" race cars. This creative line of 1:64 scale die-cast vehicles does just that! Each car sports graphics from well-known licensed properties to create "The Greatest Race Cars That Never Were!" This series may include the following cars: Reeses, Tony the Tiger, Zelda, Pennzoil, Fudgesicle, and Big Mac. Each car is a limited edition and will be produced only once! Blister card packaging. (6243/153-02) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $4.00Ea. ROCK AND ROLL DIE-CASTS WAVE II Are you ready to Rock?!? These 1:64 scale die-cast cars are ready. Emblazoned with pictures and logos of some of today¹s hottest rockers, these hot cars are limited to 25,000, each with a serial number printed on its chassis. Each is blister carded and comes with a display stand. (476/95700-4) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $5.00Ea. ELITE BRIGADE/GI JOE ELITE BRIGADE WWII SCOTS GUARDS AT NORMANDY ACTION FIGURE This Elite Brigade figure comes dressed in the uniform of a British WWII infantryman. Comes complete with jacket (with "Scots Guards" insigina), trousers, black boots, leggings, web belt, harness, ammo pouches, canteen, bandolier, helmet with netting, and Enfield rifle. (7093/GIEDF-33) (CAUT: 4) Figure $69.00 ELITE BRIGADE ROMAN LEGIONARY ACTION FIGURE Another in the Elite Brigade's classic "armor" series, featuring a standard Elite Brigade figure dressed in the leather and metal plate armor of a Roman Legionary, circa 1st century A.D. This figure comes with steel helmet, cuirass, shoulder plates, shield, leather belt, apron, tunic, sandals, sword, dagger, and javelin. (7093/GIEARM-04) (CAUT: 4) Figure $139.00 ELITE BRIGADE U.S. MARINE HELICOPTER PILOT ‹ VIETNAM ACTION FIGURE This Elite Brigade figure features an "Andy" head (w/black hair). Figure comes complete with helmet, microphone, flightsuit, t-shirt, boots, web belt, leather holster and .45 pistol, KaBar knife & scabbard. (7093/GIEDF-04) (CAUT: 4) Figure $49.00 G.I. JOE 1999 ARMED FORCES FIGURES This GI Joe series features a host of fighting men from America's various military branches. Each 12" tall figure is fully articulated, and comes in an authentic cloth uniform with appropriate accessories. This series may include: USMC Boot Camp and U.S. Navy Serviceman. Blister card packaging. (309/81160) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $17.00Ea. G.I. JOE 1999 ARMED FORCES ETHNIC FIGURES This GI Joe series features African-American versions of fighting men from America's various military branches. Each 12" tall figure is fully articulated, and comes in an authentic cloth uniform with appropriate accessories. This series may include: USMC Boot Camp and USAF Korean Conflict. Blister card packaging. (309/81180) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $17.00Ea. G.I. JOE 1999 CLASSIC ACTION FIGURES This GI Joe series brings a world of action and adventure to your collection! This series presents action-themed 12" tall figures, each dressed in an authentic cloth uniform with appropriate accessories. This series may include: Delta Force. Window box packaging. (309/81485) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $27.99Ea. G.I. JOE GREATEST HEROES COL. BUZZ ALDRIN FIGURE One of America's greatest space heroes, Col. Buzz Aldrin, is immortalized in plastic as a Classic Collection GI Joe figure. Decked out in one of the most authentic spacesuits produced by Hasbro to date, this is one cool figure you're not going to want to pass up! Window box packaging. (309/81525.3) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. Figure SRP: $35.99Ea. ULTIMATE SOLDIER UNIFORM SETS Perfect for outfitting your Ultimate Soldiers or other 12" action figures, these uniform/accessory sets feature realistic and authentic detailing. Each blister-carded set comes with various weapons and equipment pieces, as well as some of the most authentically constructed uniforms around. Choose from: U.S. Army Infantry, U.S. Army Ranger, U.S. Army RTO Infantry, and USAF CBT Control. (4141) (CAUT: 4) US ARMY INFANTRY‹Set (33020MODERN) SRP: $15.99 US ARMY RANGER‹Set (33040MODERN) SRP: $15.99 US ARMY RTO INFANTRY‹Set (33010MODERN) SRP: $15.99 USAF CBT CONTROL‹Set (33000MODERN) SRP: $15.99 FANTASY TRANSFORMERS 1999 MEGA TRANSMETALS 2 WAVE II FIGURES The Transformers are hotter than ever, and the Transmetals are some of the newest and most popular designs! Now you can take your Beast Wars encounters to the next level with these deluxe ³Mega Transmetals,² featuring multiple transformation modes ‹ animal, robot, vehicle ‹ vac-metallized detailing, and cool accessories! This series may include: Blackarachnia and CyberShark. Window box packaging. (309/80325) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹ please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $17.00Ea. TRANSFORMERS 1999 TRANSMETALS 2 ULTRA BEAST FIGURES These "Ultra Beasts" are some of the biggest Transformer Transmetals around! Each features cool metallic plating, high-tech designs, and at least three levels of transformation! This assortment may include: Depth Charge (Manta Ray) and Rampage (Killer Crab). Window box packaging. (309/80375) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $24.90Ea. FRANK FRAZETTA ARTIST SERIES FIGURES A Previews Shared Exclusive! Following in the heavy-heeled bootprints of Frank Frazetta¹s Death Dealer (offered again this month) comes a new batch of heroic figures, ripped from the savage canvasses of Frazetta's greatest works! Each finely-sculpted figure comes mounted on a custom display base, and features little or no articulation ‹ these are for displayin' not playin'! This series will include the Frazetta classics: The Princess, The Hun, and The Berserker. Each comes enclosed within an illustrated, domed blister card (allowing for a full 180š view of the figure), emblazoned with the original Frazetta artwork upon which the figure is based. Also, look for special variant figures, available only in case lots. (4387) (CAUT: 4) Figure $17.99Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A FRANK FRAZETTA¹S DEATH DEALER PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FIGURE A Previews Exclusive! Frank Frazetta¹s most enduring creation is now the lead release in a new series of semi-articulated fantasy figures. Similar in design and packaging to Hasbro¹s Epic Force line of display figures, the Death Dealer figure features limited articulation and comes within a dome-style blister package. If you¹re a Frazetta fan or sword & sorcery buff, you won¹t want to miss this, or the other figures in this exciting new line. (4387) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $19.99 ********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A MIDDLE EARTH TOYS SERIES II STANDARD ACTION FIGURES Specialty Market Only! J.R.R. Tolkien¹s timeless characters return for a second series of fantastic figures! The next two releases in this line of articulated figures are: Frodo Baggins (as he appeared after meeting the fair Elven lady Galadriel, Queen of Lothlórien) ‹ measures 3 1/2² tall with 10 points of articulation and comes with Elven belt, Elven cloak with hood, weather-stained breeches, tunic, fur-lined jacket, pack, stick, small sword ³Sting². Body-molded details include Mithril mail and ring, cloak, belt with scabbard, phial of Galadriel and packet of Galadriel. Uglúk (Orc Captain) ‹ measures 5² tall with 12 points of articulation and comes with bow, three arrows, and a quiver, and features molded body armor and tattered breeches. Each comes packaged on ³good² or ³bad² background blister cards. (4231) (CAUT: 4) FRODO BAGGINS‹Figure SRP: $14.95 UGLÚK‹Figure SRP: $14.95 O/A MIDDLE EARTH TOYS SERIES II PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE DELUXE ACTION FIGURES A Previews Exclusive! These variant figures feature unique paint designs and accessories not found with the standard figures ‹ and they¹re available only through Previews! Frodo Baggins comes dressed as he appeared after his capture by the Barrow-wight: in princely white clothes over his shirt of Mithril mail, and armed with a Barrow-sword. Uglúk (at war) comes armed to the teeth with bow, quiver & arrows, shield, sword, dagger, and helmet! Each figure also comes with a hexagonal display stand and comes packaged on ³good² or ³bad² background blister cards. (4231) (CAUT: 4) FRODO BAGGINS‹Figure SRP: $16.95 UGLÚK‹Figure SRP: $16.95 ********************* HORROR ON THE EDGE DEVILMAN ACTION FIGURES The super-cool Devilman action figure line continues with these two new additions to the line: Silene, the furious female devil and Devilman¹s arch-nemesis; and Jinmen, the hideous turtle demon who wears his victims' heads on his shell! Each figure stands approximately 6² to 7² tall ‹ both figures feature limited articulation. NOTE: The Silene figure features partial nudity, and is meant for Mature Audiences only! Blister card packaging. PLUS! Each figure also includes secret pieces to construct a glow-in-the-dark Devilman figure! Collect them all! (6268) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES JINMEN‹Figure $19.99 SILENE‹Figure $19.99 JAPANESE BIOHAZARD DELUXE FIGURE & VIDEO SET From Japan comes this highly-detailed figure of the hideous "G-Type 2" creature from BioHazard 2 (known in the U.S. and around the world as Resident Evil 2)! Standing approximately 9" tall, this figure features eight points of articulation and a beautifully grotesque paint job. Also included is a special video message from the Capcom design crew (in Japanese of course!). The figure comes on a Spawn-style blister card package, housed within a window box. All original Japanese packaging! (491) (CAUT: 4) Figure $54.00 PUPPET MASTER DECAPITRON 12-INCH FIGURE Specialty Market Only! Toy collectors, your 12" figures will be shakin' in their army boots when this guy hits your shelf!!! He's the biggest, most diabolical member of the award- winning Puppet Master series yet! Measuring 12" tall, Decapitron features 14 points of articulation and features three interchangeable heads ‹ Blank "Morphing" head, Weapons head, and that of the Puppet Master himself, André Toulon! Also included are real cloth pants, a knitted sweater, and a "leather" jacket. (6395) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. Figure SRP: $19.95 SIGNATURE SERIES UNIVERSAL MONSTERS 12-INCH SERIES II FIGURES They¹ll chill you to the bone! The classic monsters of Universal Studios are brought to terrifying life through Hasbro's Signature Series line of 12², fully-articulated figures! This second series of figures includes: Dracula, The Invisble Man, and everyone's favorite, The Creature from the Black Lagoon! Monsterific! Window box packaging. (6245/10921) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $26.50Ea. UNIVERSAL MONSTERS SERIES II ACTION FIGURES It¹s about timeŠ again! Here's a whole new trio of classic movie monster icons ‹ captured as superb articulated action figures! Each 8" figure features superb detailing and stunning sculpts bringing these classic characters to life! This assortment may include the following: The Bride of Frankenstein (w/cloth gown, electrode, display base with name plaque, and interchangeable bandaged head); The Phantom of the Opera (w/cloth cape, display base with name plaque, and interchangeable masked head); and The Creature from the Black Lagoon (w/speargun, display base with name plaque, and net). Each figure features 12 points of articulation, and comes on blister card packaging. (4310/32002) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.50Ea. MOVIE CLASSICS BRUCE LEE 12-INCH MEDICOM FIGURE From Medicom, one of Japan's leaders in limited edition 12" action figures, comes this remarkable figure of the late martial arts master, Bruce Lee. Featuring an awesome 33 points of articulation(!), this figure ‹ part of Medicom's "Real Action Hereos" series ‹ can be posed in 1,001 battle stances! Sculpted by Kyoichi Shimzaki, Bruce comes dressed in a real cloth costume, and includes three different snap-on weapons. Original Japanese window box packaging. (4368) (CAUT: 4) Figure $59.99 JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH PVC FIGURE SETS The James and the Giant Peach PVC Figure Collection series from Jun Planning of Japan (the company that brought you the Nightmare Before Christmas collection!) brings the characters of this cult classic to life as beautifully crafted, collectible figurines. Choose from the Grasshopper & Centipede and James, Glowworm, & Earthworm sets. Blister card packaging. (4368) (CAUT: 4) GRASSHOPPER & CENTIPEDE‹PVCs (J-110) $19.99 JAMES, GLOWWORM, EARTHWORM‹PVCs (J-111) $25.99 JAMES, GLOWWORM, & EARTHWORM COLLECTION DOLLS SET The James and the Giant Peach Collection Doll series is the best of what Jun Planning of Japan (the company that brought you the Nightmare Before Christmas collection!) has to offer. This set of beautifully crafted, articulated dolls look like they stepped right out of the cult classic animated movie! Included are James, the Glowworm, and the Earthworm. (4368) (CAUT: 4) Doll Set (J-100) $150.00 MOVIES & TV AUSTIN POWERS 10-INCH COLLECTOR DOLLS Yeah baby! These dolls are absolutely fabulous! This summer, Austin Powers returns to movie theaters to give George Lucas a run for his money, and the 10" tall Austin Powers dolls are here! Choose from superspy Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, or a sexy Fembot, each with real cloth costumes, accessories, and a special display stand which plays sound bites from the films. Groovy window box packaging! (8632/31458) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. Figure SRP: $17.75Ea. AUSTIN POWERS ULTRA ACTION FIGURES The International Man of Mystery is back in swing! Only this time, he's shagging up with McFarlane Toys! Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me slides into theaters in June, and this line of groovy figures follows soon after. This series will include: Austin Powers in Velvet Suit, Austin Powers in Union Jack Underwear, Felicity Shagwell, Dr. Evil, and two Mystery Figures! Each comes with a sound chip featuring the character's best known line. Yeah, Baby, yeah! See this month's IMAGE COMICS section for more information! AUSTIN POWERS HEADLINERS FIGURES Little bodies. Big heads. Such is the life of a Headliner figureŠ and now British superspy Austin Powers (and the nefarious Dr. Evil) have been transformed into these diminutive replicas of their cinematic selves! Each figure comes mounted on its own display base, with an articulated neck. Blister card packaging! (6351/369004-20) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $10.50Ea. KOJAK BUICK REGAL 1:36 SCALE DIE-CAST WITH FIGURE Who loves ya' baby? Telly does! And you're gonna love this reproduction of the original Corgi Kojak Buick Regal, complete with a hand-painted white metal figure of Kojak. Illustrated window box packaging. (6432/57403) (CAUT: 4) Die-cast $40.00 THE PROFESSIONALS FORD CAPRI 1:36 SCALE DIE-CAST WITH FIGURES From the BBC action series, The Professionals, comes this striking 1:36 scale replica of the stars' car of choice, a silver Ford Capri. Included are two white metal figures of the stars. Illustrated window box packaging. (6432/57401) (CAUT: 4) Die-cast $40.00 STARSKY & HUTCH FORD TORINO 1:36 SCALE DIE-CAST WITH FIGURES When you're talking about '70s-era cop shows, nothing compares to Starsky & Hutch, the quintessential buddy cop show! And there is no finer ride on the street than their customized Ford Torino! Comes complete with hand-painted white metal figures of Starsky and Hutch. Illustrated window box packaging. (6432/57402) (CAUT: 4) Die-cast $40.00 WIZARD OF OZ ACTION FIGURES Reenact your favorite moments from the MGM classic, The Wizard of Oz, with this series of all-new articulated figures! Each features superb sculpting of faces and costumes, authentic down to the last detail! This series includes: Dorothy (w/basket & flowers), Glinda the Good Witch (w/wand), Wicked Witch of the West (w/broomstick), Cowardly Lion (w/crown & medal), Tin Woodsman (w/axe and heart watch), and Scarecrow (w/diploma and crow). Blister card packaging. Also available is a boxed set, featuring the entire series in an illustrated window box! (6432/1000) (CAUT: 4) FIGURE SRP: $4.50Ea. BOXED SET (10210) $22.95 SPEED RACER MACH 5 VEHICLE Now you can send your Speed Racer action figures into dangerous races and perilous adventures with this all-new replica of the marvelous Mach 5! Scaled to fit the Speed Racer action figures, it features retractable buzz-saws and hyper-jacks, as well as a telescoping periscope and opening trunk! (6392) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. Vehicle $25.00 SPEED RACER REPAINT ACTION FIGURES As Pops Racer would say (read very quickly, in one breath): ³Speed! You¹re the best racecar driver in the world! Now go-go-go! Win-win-win!² Now, catch you¹re breath and get ready for more excitement with this newly decorated series of Speed Racer fugures! All come authentically detailed and feature new paint details. This assortment may include the following: Speed, Trixie, Pops, and Captain Terror. Blister card packaging. (6392) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside of North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.00Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A VIRUS ³SQUEAKY² PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FIGURE A Previews Exclusive! Our Exclusive figure is of the character ³Squeaky,² after being ravaged by the biomechanical entity that has taken over the Red Chinese spy ship. This creepy dude is not a repaint of an existing figure ‹ this figure is available exclusively from Previews! Stands approximately 6² tall and comes with accessory AK-47 rifle and flashlight. (6392/VS095070) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $9.95Ea. ******************** TALKING SPICE GIRLS 12-INCH DOLLS What could be better than a new series of Spice Girls fashion dolls? How about a new series of talking Spice Girls fashion dolls!? That's right, the world's favorite pop tart quartet is back, and now you can hear Baby, Posh, Scary, and Sporty Spice wax philosophic on all manner of subjects. (Well, okay, maybe not.) Each doll comes with a styling brush to tease and taunt her stylin' hair! (4408/62010) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $23.50Ea. NASCAR NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. NASCAR 1999 SIGNATURE SERIES DIE-CASTS WAVE VI Premier Racing Champions NASCAR 1:64 scale stock cars, each with an opening hood on a clear display stand. The Driver¹s replica signature is printed on the chassis of each car, while the blister card is decorated with images of the car¹s team and driver. (476/96100-7) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available oustide North America. Die-Cast SRP: $3.50Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1999 24K GOLD NASCAR DIE-CASTS WAVE V These 1:64 scale cars feature a gold finish with 2-piece rubber tires and display base. Choose from a variety of styles and assorted drivers. Limitation: Winston drivers are numbered 1 of 9,999; Busch drivers are numbered 1 of 4,999. Each is individually packaged in a blister card. (476/92464-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available oustide North America. Quantities are limited; allocations may occur. Die-Cast SRP: $9.99Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1999 DIE-CAST NASCAR CARS WAVE VI 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. Blister card packaging with a display stand. (476/91153-6) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available oustide North America. Die-Cast SRP: $2.75Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1999 GOLD CHROME NASCAR DIE-CASTS WAVE V 10th Anniversary Editions, complete with opening hoods, detailed engines and deluxe wheels. Choose from a variety of styles and assorted drivers. Limitation: 1 of 5,000. Serially-numbered chassis. Blister card packaging. (476/95052-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available oustide North America. Quantities are limited; allocations may occur. Die-Cast SRP: $6.70Ea. RACING CHAMPIONS 1999 PLATINUM NASCAR DIE-CASTS WAVE V These 1:64 scale cars feature a platinum finish with 2-piece rubber tires and display base. Choose from a variety of styles and assorted drivers. Limitation: Winston drivers are numbered 1 of 9,999; Busch drivers are numbered 1 of 4,999. Blister card packaging. (476/92564-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available oustide North America. Quantities are limited; allocations may occur. Die-Cast SRP: $9.99Ea. NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE BEFORE X-MAS JACK & SLEIGH SET Imported from Japan! And o¹er the fields they go, laughing all the way. This finely-detailed figurine set includes Santa Jack sitting regally in his coffin-sleigh, pulled by a team of three skeletal reindeer (with wreathes around their scrawny necks!), lead by the most famous "reindeer" of all ‹ Zero the Ghost DogŠ who glows in the dark! (4368) (CAUT: 4) Set $69.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE X-MAS OOGIE BOOGIE COLLECTION DOLL Imported from Japan! He's big, scary, and filled with a million crawling evilsŠ so why not take him home and make him a part of your NBX collection? This deluxe NBX Collection Doll measures 14" tall, and is semi-poseable. (4368) (CAUT: 4) Doll $289.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE X-MAS PVC SETS Here are more collectible PVCs featuring some of your favorite characters from Tim Burton's holiday classic, The Nightmare Before X-Mas! All are imported and come in their original Japanese blister card packaging! Choose from Jack & Behemoth and a NBX Set with Glow-In-The-Dark Zero. (4368) (CAUT: 4) JACK & BEHEMOTH‹PVC (N038) $30.00 NBX SET w/GITD ZERO‹PVC (N011) $60.00 NBX REMOTE CONTROLLED JACK IN SNOWMOBILE Imported from Japan! Now you can control how crazy Jack drives with this remote controlled snowmobile, complete with Jack O'Lantern Remote Control and trailer (loaded down with an over-stuffed sack). Comes in a colorful see-through package. Batteries not included. (4368/N061) (CAUT: 4) Snowmobile $200.00 POKÉMON POKÉMON 2-PACK PVC WAVE II FIGURES Gotta catch 'em all! Get ready for more Pokémon action with this second wave of collectible Pokémon two-packs! It's two different monsters per pack, each colorfully decorated and ready for display or play! This wave may include: Rattak/Raticate, Sand Shrew/Sand Storm, Psyduck/Gold Duck, Jiggleypuff/Wigglypuff, Geodude/Golem, Kakuna/Beedrill, and Mankey/Primape. Blister card packaging. (309/58015) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. 2-Pack SRP: $6.25 POKÉMON ELECTRONIC WAVE II FIGURES These Pokémon figures come alive with sounds and light! This wave may include: Charmander, Squirtle, Meowth, Psyduck, or Pikachu. Blister card packaging. (309/58050) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $9.50Ea. POKÉMON MINI PLAYSET It may appear like a simple case on the outside, but once opened, the world of Pokémon is at your fingertips! Filled with vibrant colors and various landscapes, each playset also includes two exclusive Pokémon figures! This series may include: Beach, Town, or Forest playsets. (309/58055) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Mini Playset SRP: $9.50 POKÉMON POKEBALL WAVE II Here's the second wave of pokéballs, each featuring a different Pokémon inside! Collect 'em all! This wave may include: Squirtle, Dragonite, Blastoise, Vaporeon, or Jolteon. Blister card packaging. (309/58005) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Pokeball SRP: $2.99 SPORTS SLU 1999 MARK MCGWIRE 12-INCH FIGURE Fans of famous slugger Mark McGwire are sure to jump at the chance to own this stunning 12" figure featuring an accurate likeness of this baseball sensation. A great way to show how proud you are of his extraordinary accomplishments! (6245/28135) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figure SRP: $29.50 SLU 1999 NFL CLASSIC DOUBLES FIGURES Classic NFL lives once again with these two-packs featuring two great football legends per pack. This assortment may include: J. Brown/B. Sanders, J. Lambert/J. Ham, E. Campbell/E. George, A. Munoz/B. Esiason, J. Elway/T. Davis, F. Harris/J. Bettis, M. Alstott/W. Dunn, K. Stabler/D. Casper, A. Manning/P. Manning, and J. Unitas/R. Berry. (309/71505) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Two-pack SRP: $15.50Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A SLU NFL 1998 SET This set of all 42 regular Starting Lineup figures (no extended set figures) includes football greats such as: John Elway and Terrell Davis of the Superbowl XXXIII-winning Broncos, Deion Sanders and Troy Aikman of the Cowboys, Brett Favre and Reggie White of the Packers, and many more! For fans of the gridiron, this is the set to commemorate the recently concluded 1998 football season. (309/71330.40) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Set SRP: $357.00 O/A SLU NHL STANLEY CUP DOUBLES ASST Commemorating five years of Stanley Cup winners, these limited edition two-packs feature not one, but two of the teams¹ stars with the first Starting Lineup Stanley Cup replica ever! Players/teams represented include: Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier of the Oilers, Jaromir Jagr and Tom Barraso of the Penguins, Patrick Roy and John Leclair of the Canadiens, Sergei Federov and Mike Vernon of the Red Wings, and Martin Brodeur and Scott Stevens of the Devils. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Two-Pack SRP: $16.50Ea. ***************************** SLU PRO ACTION DELUXE NFL ACTION FEATURE FIGURES Some of your favorite football players of the NFL have been beautifully immortalized in this assortment of action figures featuring really cool action poses. Choose from B. Favre (Packers), G. Anderson (Vikings), K. Stewart (Steelers), J. Elam (Broncos), and T. Aikman (Cowboys). (309/72530) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $11.75Ea. SLU PRO ACTION NFL ACTION FEATURE FIGURES More of your football favorites as awesome action figures! Choose from B. Sanders (Lions), J. Elway (Broncos), J. Rice (49ers), S. Young (49ers), N. Smith (Broncos), D. Sanders (Cowboys), E. Smith (Cowboys), and T. Davis (Broncos). (309/72505) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $9.50Ea. SLU PRO ACTION NHL DELUXE ACTION FIGURES Time to ³puck²er up for the loads of hockey fun you¹re sure to have with these action figures featuring the likenesses of some of your favorite NHL players. Choose from D. Hasek (Sabres), J. Van Biesbrouck (Flyers), P. Roy (Avalanche), M. Brodeur (Devils), O. Kolzig (Capitals), and M. Richter (Rangers). (309/72525) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $11.50Ea. SLU PRO ACTION NHL FIGURES More fantastic action figures featuring great NHL players! Choose from W. Gretzky (Rangers), J. Jagr (Penguins), E. Lindros (Flyers), J. Sakic (Avalanche), S. Yzerman (Red Wings), M. Messier (Canucks), and P. Kariya (Mighty Ducks). (309/72510) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $9.50Ea. STAR TREK STAR TREK 12-INCH COLLECTORS EDITION SERIES II ACTION FIGURES Ensign Pavel Chekov, Dr. McCoy, and The Mugato from the original Star Trek series and Seven of Nine from Star Trek: Voyager are brilliantly brought to life in the forms of these exquisitely detailed 12-inch action figures. Window box packaging. (222/65510) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $30.00Ea. STAR TREK MILLENNIUM ACCESSORIES To celebrate the Millennium, the standard issue accessories carried by Starfleet officers in the first two Star Trek TV series will be vacuum metalized and available in a two-piece collectible set! Each set contains two authentic replicas with working lights and sounds taken from the TV shows. Don¹t beam down without them! Includes two AA batteries. (222/65010) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Accessories SRP: $28.00 STAR WARS OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS POTF ACTION FIGURES A whole new era begins with this first installment of the ³Classic² figure line! Here are all your favorite characters, villains, and aliens ‹ many resculpted or improved from their previous incarnations! This assortment may include the following figures: Tatooine Luke with Hat (from the cut opening scenes of Star Wars!), Obi-Wan with Hood Up (as in his climactic light saber duel with Darth Vader!), Ceremonial Princess Leia (New sculpt!), Yoda with Rooted Hair (New sculpt!), Palpatine with Lightning Bolts (New Sculpt!), and R2-D2 with Launching Light Saber (New Action!). Blister carded. (309/69680) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figure SRP: $7.99Ea. ****************************** VIDEO GAMES TEKKEN 3 SERIES II GLOW-IN-THE-DARK FIGURES Featuring your favorite characters from that addictive fighting game, Tekken 3 ‹ now molded in glow-in-the-dark plastic! These highly detailed figures kick as much butt in real life as their counterparts do on screen! This series may include: Heihashi Mishima, Yoshimitsu (SRP: $9.99Ea.), Ogre Devil and Jin. (SRP: $14.99 due to their larger size). Collect them now and save on electricity by reading by the glow of these video game fighters! (8644) (CAUT: 4) Figures PI WRESTLING JESSE VENTURA 12-INCH ACTION FIGURES Jesse "The Body" Ventura is now "The Governor" ‹ the newly elected governor of Minnesota! And here¹s an all-new, superbly detailed 12" action figure of the man himself! Featuring an incredibly accurate likeness of Governor Ventura, this fully articulated figure is available in three distinct outfits: Jesse dressed in his governor¹s ³business as usual² suit; as a Navy SEAL in full camouflage fatigues; and in his volunteer strength and conditioning football coach¹s sweats. He's the real deal, baby! (491/1000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: The following items are sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $19.95Ea. WCW/NWO 1999 WAVE VI DIE-CASTS These collectible die-cast cars combine all the excitement of WCW action with the thrill of car racing! Each limited edition car comes with a collector card and display stand and features blister card packaging. (476/93300-6) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Die-cast SRP: $4.50Ea. WCW/NWO 9-INCH MUSCLE FLEXERS FIGURES This brand new assortment of 9" action figures lets you pose and flex your favorite wrestlers, just like they do in the ring. Each wrestler will scream as they tense their muscles in a trademark signature pose. This series may include: Goldberg, Lex Luger, and Scott Steiner. "Try-Me" open box packaging. Requires three button cell batteries (included). (49/77100) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figures SRP: $14.50Ea. WCW/NWO BRAWLIN' BIKERS The WCW wrestlers are famous for riding to their matches on their motorcycles. Now you can send your favorite wrestlers into the ring onboard one of these battery-operated motorcycles, featuring light-up headlamps, "bump-n-go" action, realistic sounds, and a semi-articulated wrestler/rider! This wave may include: Diamond Dallas Page, Goldberg, and Sting. Requires two "AA" batteries (not included). (49/77105) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Vehicle SRP: $7.99Ea. WCW/NWO DIE-CAST WRESTLERS GIFT SETS WCW wrestlers are transformed into miniature metallic warriors wth articulation for great wrestling poses. Each figure measures approximately 2 1/2" tall. Available in four and eight figure window boxed sets. (49) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. FOUR-PACK‹Set (77060) SRP: $7.00 EIGHT-PACK‹Set (77065) SRP: $11.99 WCW/NWO WRESTLERS ELECTRONIC TALKING KEYCHAINS Now you can take the excitement of WCW wrestling wherever you go with these miniature wrestling figures, each poised atop a miniature wrestling ring with built-in sound chips, which utter a key phrase from one of the grapplers. Blister card packaging. Button cell batteries included. (49/77010) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Keychain SRP: $5.75Ea. WCW/NWO ELECTRONIC TALKING BASHIN' BRAWLERS The red-hot line of Bashin' Brawlers expands with two brand-new wrestling superstars: "Big Sexy" Kevin Nash and undefeated heavyweight champion, Goldberg. The "built-in" referee can even tell when you've pinned the wrestler and the match is over. Each over- stuffed figure makes over 30 different wrestling sounds and sayings, and exclusive "Power Sense" technology that lets them recognize and react to whatever wrestling move you put on them. Open tray packaging. Requires three "AA" batteries (not included). (49/77110) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Bashin' Brawler SRP: $28.99Ea. WCW/NWO RUMBLE 'N ROAR WRESTLER FIGURES Each figure comes complete with a display base that replicates the entranceway to Monday Nitro. Just press the wrestler's nameplate and Michael Buffer will scream "Let's Get Ready to RUMBLE!!!," the spotlights will flash, and the wrestler's theme will play. Each superstar's head and arms will move as they Rumble 'n Roar in preparation to enter the ring! This series may include Sting or Godlberg. Requires three "AAA" batteries (included). (49/77055) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Figure SRP: $23.99Ea. WCW/NWO STREET RODS TAG TEAM STREET ROD TWO-PACKS These collectible die-cast cars combine all the excitement of WCW action with the thrill of car racing! Each limited edition 2-pack comes with two cars, collector cards and display stand for each. Blister card packaging. (476/93371-1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots‹please check with your retailer for availability. Two-Pack SRP: $3.50 WWF 2 TUFF SERIES 4 TWO-PACKS It's the superstars of the WWF in special two-packs! This series may include: LOD 2000 Rave & Animal, Kane/Corporate Mankind, The Rock/Own Hart, and Stone Cold Steve Austin/The Undertaker. Blister card packaging. (4301/81510) (CAUT: 4) Two-Pack SRP: $11.75 WWF MAXIMUM SWEAT FIGURES These WWF wrestlers with their notorious bad-boy attitudes sure know how to work up a sweat. Now you can see just how bad and sweaty they are with these fantastic action figures featuring the likenesses of wrestling greats Steve Austin, The Undertaker, Kane, HHH, the Rock, and Shawn Michaels. (4301/84500) (CAUT: 4) Figures SRP: $11.25Ea. WWF STOMP SERIES 4 CAMO CARNAGE FIGURES Feast your eyes on D-Generation X and the World Wrestling Federation¹s toughest Rattlesnake in camo gear! Battle-brawlin¹ accessories included. Choose from Steve Austin, HHH, Billy Gunn, Road Dog, X Pac, and Shawn Michaels. (4301/88300) (CAUT: 4) Figures SRP: $6.25Ea. MODELS ASIAN ACTION ADVENTURE DATE' MASAMUNE RESIN KIT Modeled on the real-life Japanese war lord Date' Masamune who lived from 1567-1636 at the height of the Senoku Wars in Shogun Era Japan. This detailed model of the armored Masamune charging on horseback measures approximately 10" tall. Comes with a convertible "kagemusha," the Shadow warrior bust, and, for you military history buffs, a detailed biography of Masamune. Model ships in forty pieces. Assembly and painting required. (544/600-155) (CAUT: 4) Kit $149.95 COMIC BOOK HEROES OFFERED AGAIN O/A WOLVERINE PAINTED ORNAMENT You¹d better not pout, better not cry ‹ Wolverine is coming to town! Originally released in November 1996 in a solid gold color. So popular, it¹s being re-released, but in a full-color painted version. Made of cold-cast porcelain, this ornament measures 6 1/2² long. Limited to 5,000. (8784/13019) Ornament $29.95 **************** BLACK PANTHER RESIN MINI-BUST The hot "Marvel Knight" Black Panther is now immortalized in his own Bowen Designs resin mini-bust! Painted and ready to be displayed with pride. Measures approximately 5" tall and comes in a collector's box. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Bust $30.00 MATT WAGNER'S GRENDEL PRIME STATUE From the pages of the Dark Horse comics by Matt Wagner comes the Bowen Designs rendition of Grendel Prime. This magnificent specimen measures approximately 12" tall and comes in a collector box. Painted and ready for display. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Statue $150.00 MAGE SIGNATURE EDITION RESIN STATUE Co-designed and Signed by Matt Wagner and Randy Bowen. Matt Wagner's unique twist on the King Arthur saga ‹ the Mage who wields the baseball bat Excalibur ‹ has been transformed into a beautiful Bowen Designs statue, complete with a genuine 14kt gold earring! A must-have for Matt Wagner fans. Limited to 200. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Statue $190.00 FANTASY BETTY GRABLE RESIN STATUE The multi-talented star and favorite Wartime poster gal, Betty Grable, has been immortalized in this 14" cold-cast porcelain in her seductively saucy rear-view pose. When the photographer on the publicity shoot wanted something different, Betty asked "How about this?" ‹ and a legend (plus one of the all-time most popular pin-ups ever) was born. That's why she'll always be more than a pair of great legs, even if Lloyds of London insured hers for $1.25 million! Painted and ready to display. Limited to 2,500. (99500) (CAUT: 4) Statue $250.00 CHRIS COOPER SPACE GIRL RESIN KIT SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong or Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Kit $160.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CONAN THE BARBARIAN 15² RESIN STATUE The original barbarian hero, Robert E. Howard¹s Conan, comes to life in this awesome 15² resin statue showing a glowering Conan preparing to unsheath his mighty sword. The statue features a custom ³rock² strewn base, and detailed accessories including Conan¹s armbands, and studded belt. Painted and ready to display. (374) (CAUT: 4) Statue $199.00 ******************* HORROR ON THE EDGE STAR OF THE MONTH LADY DEATH SNOW GLOBE Here is 13" of mind-blowing snow globular fantabulism! It¹s got a giant castle, it¹s got babes in epic battle, it¹s got a massive 5 1/2² globe, it¹s got bats swirling and floating, and it¹s got Wagner! That¹s right ‹ this is a musical snow globe, and nothing less than Wagner¹s ³Ride of the Valkyries² would do. It¹s designed by Clayburn Moore, and it stars no less than Chaos! Comics' own Lady Death (guest starring Purgatori), and is a Moore Creations product. Painted and ready to display. (STAR07526) (CAUT: 4) Snow Globe $159.95 ********** OFFERED AGAIN O/A SMILEY THE PSYCHOTIC BUTTON Smile kids! Smiley the Psychotic Button is back by popular demand! This new 2² version is fully painted and comes in a groovy polybag with a big header card, perfect for wall display. Painted and ready for display. (8734/8001-02) (CAUT: 4) Button SRP: $2.25Ea. ************* THE WAVE RELIEF STATUE Japanese import! "Greetings from the Hell!" Designed by Pushed, this cold-cast porcelain statue shows an overfriendly decaying corpse waving a hello to the visitors (or are they permanent residents?) to the Inferno. The ultimate greeting for pesky salespeople and relatives to welcome them to the "Land Down Under." ‹ Hope y'all come back soon! Painted and ready to display. (6268) (CAUT: 4) Model $158.00 MOVIES & TV AUSTIN POWERS SHAG-A-DELIC COLD-CAST RESIN STATUE Yeah, baby, yeah! Dark Horse and New Line Cinemas are going together to celebrate the sequel to last summer's smash hit Austin Powers. They've created a smashing 3D sculpture of the "International Man of Mystery" himself. This fully-painted, limited-edition statue captures Austin in a groovy crushed velvet suit and splendid white ruffle cravat. Produced in cooperation with Mike Meyers, this is the ultimate Austin Powers goody- good! Sexy! Painted and ready to display. (750) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Actual statue may vary ‹ prototype shown. Statue $99.95 BETTY BOOP LIMITED RESIN BUSTS Legends in 3-D celebrates the evolution of America¹s original cartoon diva with the release of two brilliantly crafted, hand-painted, cold-cast busts. Version ³A² (limited to 2,500 pieces), is sculpted by Greg Aronowitz and depicts Betty sharing a kiss with her too-cute puppy, Pudgey; Version ³B² (limited to 1,000 pieces) offers a b&w dance with Betty and her boyfriend Bimbo. Both measure 10² tall, and come packaged in illustrated collector¹s boxes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. Both are painted and ready to display. (7278) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. VIII #9 (Sep98) VERSION A/COLOR (BB1001)‹Bust $169.00 VERSION B/B&W (BB1002)‹Bust $169.00 CALLISTO RESIN STATUE The devious Callisto, the most popular villain to appear on the Xena series, has been granted her own cold-cast porcelain statue beautifully sculpted by Dene Musson. You'll notice Musson's attention to detail in capturing this unusual personality ‹ especially Xena's chakram which has been embedded in her custom rock base. Hand painted and individually numbered. Painted and ready to display. Limited to 2,500. (8784/14005) (CAUT: 4) Statue $75.00 DUKES OF HAZZARD DAISY'S JEEP MODEL It's not all a man's world. Daisy Duke more than held her own in the many car chases conducted through Hazzard County, and she did it with her snazzy custom-painted white jeep with a soaring eagle and her name "Daisy" on the hood. Relive the excitement with this cool 1:25 scale model jeep ‹ the way they were before city folk started buyin' them! Assembly and painting required. (598/30163) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Kit $12.95 SPECIAL ADVANCED SOLICITATION SHIPPING IN AUGUST GODZILLA MOVIE RESIN STATUE From Moore Creations, Inc. Sculpted by Susumu Sugita, this 11" tall statue captures the great Lizard turning to take a bite of New York City. Don't turn your back, or this amazing creature will disappear forever! Painted and ready to display. Limited to 2,000. (8734) (CAUT: 2 & 4) Statue $179.95 ************** JAMES BOND GOLDFINGER MODEL KIT From Polar Lights! Sean Connery's back to battle the nefarious Goldfinger again in this diorama. See Bond in his black camouflage suit stalk his way to spy on the master villain. Comes with custom stone wall and tree base, and the legend "James Bond 007" on it. Comes in an Aurora -style painted box. Some assembly required. (6243/5035) (CAUT: 4) Kit $16.95 ODDJOB GOLDFINGER MODEL KIT From Polar Lights! Part valet, part assassin, Oddjob always knew how to get the job done. Here, he's about down another unsuspecting victim with his razor sharp bowler hat. Simple, but effective. Custom rock base includes an "Oddjob" legend. Comes in an Aurora-style painted box. Assembly and painting required. (6243/5036) (CAUT: 4) Kit $16.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PSYCHO HOUSE MODEL KIT Before Amityville and Elm Street, audiences shuddered at the sight of the infamous Bates residence from Hitchcock¹s Psycho. The decrepit Victorian monstrosity has been recreated for audiences to enjoy again and again. With its detailed porch fixtures, faded exterior, and spooky windows (Is that Mrs. Bates inside?), this model is a joy for lovers of classic horror and fine architecture. Assembly and painting required. (6243/STAR08802) (CAUT: 4) Kit $16.95 ******************* MUSIC BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE MODEL KIT Legend says the charming, yet slightly odd "Yellow Submarine," was created in a cannabis-induced haze. Paul says it was just late-night madness. Peer at this funky Yellow Submarine (based on the movie, of course), and you'll agree ‹ it's definitely a product of unusual neural activity. Some assembly required. (598/30097) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Kit $12.95 STAR TREK PREVIEWS SHARED EXCLUSIVES SEVEN OF NINE RESIN STATUE A Previews Shared Exclusive! Previously available only through mail-order! It's not just a silver cat suit folks. It's a transitional mechanism to help Seven of Nine redevelop her human metabolism and immune syatem. And the famous machinery has been reproduced in fine detail on this gorgeous 12" tall resin statue. What does it mean to be human? Millions of fans will enjoy Seven of Nine's unique spin on that eternal question. Hainted painted and ready to display. (222) (CAUT: 4) Statue $99.95 CAPTAIN KIRK RESIN STATUE Previously available only through mail-order! This incredible resin statue creates that tragic moment in the pilot episode "Where No Man Has Gone Before," when Kirk is forced to hunt and kill his best friend and first officer Gary Mitchell. Trek fans will appreciate the authentic detailing of this statue including phaser rifle and pilot style tunic with two gold stripes on the cuff and no black collar. A fantastic addition to your collection (222) (CAUT: 4) Statue $99.95 ***************** STAR WARS STARS OF THE MONTH STAR WARS DARTH VADER¹S MEDITATION CHAMBER RESIN STATUE A Previews Shared Exclusive! Only through Previews and F.A.O. Schwartz! After Darth Vader's near fatal fall into a volcanic pit, he could only be free of his black armor and life support in a special ³meditation chamber² like the one built into his Star Destroyer (The Empire Strikes Back.) The chamber has been exactingly recreated in a stunning cold-cast resin diorama with a closeable ³clam shell² top. Comes gift boxed with a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited quantities. Painted and ready to display. (374/STAR08295) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Diorama $80.00 STAR WARS WAMPA ATTACK STATUE A Previews Exclusive! A native of the frozen planet Hoth, this Abominable Snowman is known for freeze drying his kill for future use and for his vicious attacks which have been known to bring down tauntauns and fledgling Jedi knights. A fully-painted, 8² high miniature specimen of this ferocious beast attacking Luke on his tauntaun can be yours ‹ just don¹t turn your back on him! (374/STAR08706) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Statue $60.00 VIDEO GAMES FINAL FANTASY SQUALL AND BAHAMUT 1:10 SCALE RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan. Designed with tons of detail, this cool statue shows hero Bahamut and giant sea serpent Squall Leonhart duking it out. From Bahamut's intricate pendant and studded apparel to his combination sword-rife and Squall's red scales, this statue screams quality. Painted and ready to display. (8644) (CAUT: 4) Statue $150.00 PRINTS & POSTERS SECTION ANIME OH! MY GODDESS CAST PICTURE CHROMA CEL Keiichi and the goddesses are featured on these reproductions of original Japanese animation cels created for one of the hottest video series around! Each full-color Chroma- Cel comes matted and shrink-wrapped, complete with a Seal of Authenticity printed on the front of the cel, and an individually wrapped numbered Certificate of Authenticity on the back of the mat. Each cel is limited to 5,000 copies. (730) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America, the U.K., Australia, and New Zealand. CAST PICTURE (63549)‹Chroma Cel SRP: $14.98 AWKWARD EMBRACE (63369)‹Chroma Cel SRP: $14.98 AUSTIN POWERS AUSTIN POWERS TALKING POSTER Yeah, baby! Austin's ready to make the moves on the babes. Are you? Hang this 18" x 26" talking poster on a bedroom wall, turn out the lights...and gaze at the seductive red lava lamp... (491/34568) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Poster, 18x26, FC MSRP: $12.99 DR. EVIL TALKING POSTER The elegant, finger-biting cueball known as Doctor Evil vants you to purr, dah-link. A 18" x 26" talking poster zat vill let you, too, control the world. (491/34567) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Poster, 18x26, FC MSRP: $12.99 AUSTIN POWERS TALKING STANDEE Dominate the dance floor with Austin as your Don Juan. Cut it up, tear it down, and run the spy-smashing show with this talking standee that's Mike Myers' long-lost twin. (865) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before is ships to comic book specialty retailers. Available only in North America. Standee, 18x26, FC $39.95 AUSTIN POWERS POSTER He's the hot cat walking down Ashbury. Let's go check out the Dead, man, and bring this Austin poster that magically scores with chicks and finds a party any hour, any day. (4498/1776) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 BOND, JAMES BOND OFFERED AGAIN O/A DR. NO SIGNED & NUMBERED LIMITED EDITION MOVIE ART LITHOGRAPH This 16" x 20" full-color lithograph celebrates the 35th Anniversary with new art featuring portraits of Sean Connery, Ursula Andress, and great action scenes. Signed by artist Jeff Marshall, matted, and shrink-wrapped. (4059) Lithograph, 16x20, FC $80.00 O/A JAMES BOND THUNDERBALL 30TH ANNIVERSARY POSTER This painting was designed during Thunderball 's 1965 premier engagement. To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of this movie, 5,000 individually numbered, limited edition 25" x 38" posters have been created. (4059) Poster , 25x38, FC $50.00 ************ BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER LIMITED EDITION CHROMIUM PRINT She's the little girl that's looking to take the bite out of crime‹crimes against humanity that is being drained by ruthless sharp-fanged vampires. The little-girl with the looks that kill has arrived to clean up town. Sarah Michelle Geller shows up on this print looking fine as ever. Limited to only 2,500 copies, this 11" x 14" matted chromium print showcases the vampire slayer surrounded by ivy‹and envy. (870/BVS-CHRSMG1) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 25x38, FC $50.00 MARVEL HEROES MARVEL HEROES LASER-MATS Comic artwork of ol' hornhead and the wallcrawler printed on a specially treated sheet of clear Mylar. This print is double matted with mat board that has been laser cut with intricate images. The Laser-MATs are produced as limited edition, hand-numbered masterpieces. Each Laser-MAT includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (8182) (CAUT: 4) DAREDEVIL‹Laser-Mat, 10x16, FC $44.00 SPIDER-MAN‹Laser-Mat, 10x16, FC $44.00 POKEMON POKEMON POSTERS A smash game, a hot comic book, and now a smoking poster that can help you spruce up the drab colors of your room or office cell! The Pokémon gang's all here on these bouncing 24" x 36" full-color paper picture windows. (4498) (CAUT: 4) CAUGHT THEM ALL‹Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 MAIN CHARACTERS‹Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 SAILOR MOON SAILOR MOON CHROMA CELS The wee sweet Sailor Moon lasses are on these matted and shrinkwrapped cels that are complete with Seals of Authenticity printed on the fronts. An individually wrapped Certificate of Authenticity is on the back of the mats. Each cel is limited to 5,000 copies. (730) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Puerto Rico. SAILOR MOON AND SCOUTS‹Chroma Cel $14.98 SAILOR MOON WITH LUNA‹Chroma Cel $14.98 SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK TALKING POSTERS Create the ultimate wall gallery with talking posters of the funny foul-mouth whelps from South Park! Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny have prepared their funniest one-liners for these officially licensed posters. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. CARTMAN (24511)‹Poster MSRP: $12.99 KENNY (24513)‹Poster MSRP: $12.99 KYLE (24512)‹Poster MSRP: $12.99 STAN (24514)‹Poster MSRP: $12.99 SPAWN NATURE MORTIS LIMITED PRINT Known for his killer painted images of Shadowman and Deadside for Acclaim, and his cover for Spawn Annual #1, Ashley Wood creates this fantastic print limited to only 1,000 copies! (4524) (CAUT: 4) Print $10.00 VIDEO GAMES CRASH BANDICOOT POSTER You see him on commercials. You see him in video games. Now you see him on this full- color 24" x 36" poster...it's too much! Crash Bandicoot has taken over your life! You live in the Truman Show‹all of you! Life is the boob tube! (4498/334) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 WRESTLING KEVIN NASH BIG SEXY POSTER Kevin Nash brings to mind the 80s rock bands which lived for hair, babes, and beer. Once you get locked into that lifestyle, the tendency is to push it as far as you can. Kevin takes it to the max, looking his sexiest for the gals on this 24" x 36" full-color poster. (332) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.00 MISCELLANEOUS MERCHANDISE SECTION AUSTIN POWERS AUSTIN POWERS MAGNET SET 1 Time to decorate your refrigerator or other metallic surface with this very colorful set of eight magnets featuring wacky characters and hilarious scenes from the hit comedy Austin Powers. Available in eight varieties: Austin¹s Face, Austin with Vanessa, Why Must I Be Surrounded?, Oh Behave, Austin Jumping, Austin Dancing, Do I Make You Horny?, and Austin with Fembots. Your refrigerator will never look dull or ordinary again! (7146) (CAUT: 4) Magnet SRP: $2.89Ea. AUSTIN POWERS MAGNETIC CLOCK Featuring International Man of Mystery Austin Powers and his arch nemesis Dr. Evil, this vivaciously colorful magnetic clock lets you know when it¹s time to be heroic or act a little naughty. Perfect for refrigerators, file cabinets, washing machines, and school lockers. Suitable for both home and office. Quartz movement. No assembly required. Runs on one AA battery (not included). (7146/30117) (CAUT: 4) Clock $14.00 AUSTIN POWERS BOBBING HEAD Mike Myers¹ famous Austin Powers character is brought to life with this exquisitely detailed 7 1/2² bobbing head complete with eyeglasses, blue suit, really ³cheeky² smile, and abilities to utter a few ³fab² phrases. Comes packaged in a see-through collector box. (4552/2114) (CAUT: 4) Bobbing head $11.00 AUSTIN POWERS ³DR. EVIL ‹ I¹M THE BOSS² MUG The beat goes on as the villain Dr. Evil showcases his pinky mannerism and spurts out his lingo across this groovy white 11 oz. ceramic mug stating ³I¹m The Boss, Need The Info.² (870/AP-MUG1) (CAUT: 4) Mug $6.99 AUSTIN POWERS SHOT GLASSES Get your ³shots² here without a sting! These new, two-sided decal shot glasses strike photo realistic imagery and the phrases from Austin Powers and his arch nemesis Dr. Evil in all their colorful glory as reflected in their popular spy adventure! Even the cool cat Mr. Bigglesworth gets a piece of the action! Choose from the tall, 2 1/2 oz. ³Phrases² and ³Dr. Evil/Phrases² shot glasses, or the 1 1/2 oz. shot glasses ³Dr. Evil-I¹m the Boss,² ³Dr. Evil-Shron Scrotum,² ³Dr. Evil-Mr. Bigglesworth,² ³Dr. Evil-Frickin Idiots,² ³Women Want Him,² ³Oh Behave!,² ³Yeah Baby,² and ³Very Shagadelic.² (870) (CAUT: 4) PHRASES (AP-SHTR1)‹Shot Glass $6.99 DR. EVIL/PHRASES (AP-SHTR2)‹Shot Glass $6.99 DR. EVIL I¹M THE BOSS (AP-SHOT2)‹Shot Glass $5.99 DR. EVIL SHRON SCROTUM (AP-SHOT3)‹Shot Glass $5.99 DR. EVIL MR. BIGGLESWORTH (AP-SHOT4)‹Shot Glass $5.99 DR. EVIL FRICKIN IDIOTS (AP-SHOT5)‹Shot Glass $5.99 WOMEN WANT HIM (AP-SHOT6)‹Shot Glass $5.99 OH BEHAVE (AP-SHOT7)‹Shot Glass $5.99 YEAH BABY (AP-SHOT8)‹Shot Glass $5.99 VERY SHAGADELIC (AP-SHOT9)‹Shot Glass $5.99 AUSTIN POWERS MARTINI GLASSES The International Man of Mystery says it all, and you can, too, when you grab these groovy ³Z² stem martini glasses! Each 7 oz. glass has its own unique Mike Myers slogan fired right on front so you¹ll be sure to carry on the crazy antics, too. Choose from ³Smashing Baby,² ³I Won¹t Bite Hard,² ³Stirred Not Shaken,² and ³Do I Make You Horny.² (870) (CAUT: 4) SMASHING BABY (AP-GLASS1)‹Martini Glass $7.99 I WON¹T BITE HARD (AP-GLASS2)‹Martini Glass $7.99 STIRRED NOT SHAKEN (AP-GLASS3)‹Martini Glass $7.99 DO I MAKE YOU HORNY (AP-GLASS4)‹Martini Glass $7.99 AUSTIN POWERS SILLY SLAMMERS Fashion Photographer, Secret Agent, Swinger, and International Man of Mystery ‹ Austin Powers ‹ is back from the 60s, this time as everyone¹s favorite Silly Slammer. Slam Œem down and hear the sounds of that shagadelic duo, Dr. Evil and Austin Powers. Don¹t be a square, Baby, be hip! (6239/QR6100080) (CAUT: 4) Slammer SRP: $6.99Ea. AUSTIN POWERS TALKING KEYCHAIN The irresistible International Many of Mystery Austin Powers now doubles as a take- everywhere keychain. Featuring an amazing 3-D likeness of the celebrated spy, the Austin Powers keychain features four buttons at the base of the head, and when pushed, you hear such shagadelic sayings as ³Yeah Baby,² ³Smashing Baby,² ³Oh Behave!,² and ³Do I make you horny Baby? Yeah, do I?² (6328/841-0) (CAUT: 4) Keychain $5.99 BEANIES & PLUSHES ****************************** Please refer to the COMICS section for Avatar Press¹ Series I of Bean Bag Vixens featuring bean bag versions of Pandora, Webwitch, Widow, and Mercy in this month¹s Previews. ****************************** Be sure to check out the MAGAZINES section in this month¹s Previews for the latest Beanie World and Beans & Bears! issues. ****************************** IDEA FACTORY WCW BEAN BAGS Sure, WCW wrestlers are tough, but these bean bags definitely soften them up a bit. They¹re much more huggable and lovable this way. Available in six varieties. Limited edition sequentially numbered 1-50,000 per style. (6505/8427001) (CAUT: 4) Bean bag SRP: $6.99Ea. JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH PLUSH SET A wonderfully collectible three-piece stuff doll set from James and the Giant Peach. Internal wire armature allows posing. Includes James, Grasshopper, and Centipede. (4368/J-100) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Set $290.00 THREE STOOGES BEAN BAG BEARS That infamous trio of mindless mishaps ‹ Moe, Larry, and Curly ‹ is back in the form of bean bag bears. Some of the Stooges¹ most famous sayings, such as ³You knucklehead!,² ³Hey, cut that out!,² and ³Nyuk, nyuk, nyuk² are embroidered on the backs. Each bear also contains a photo button of the Stooge he represents. (59/90609) (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) $32.95 WORLD WRESTLING FEDERATION ATTITUDE BEARS SET 2 Attitude may be part of their strategy, but this spectacular set of eight bears, containing the name of the wrestler embroidered on the front and the wrestler¹s saying on the back, displays their attitudes in a much softer way. Includes Mr. McMahon ³Don¹t cross the Boss,² Stone Cold Steve Austin ³Class of 3:16,² Mankind ³Have a nice day,² Al Snow with Head ³J.O.B. Squad,² Goldust ³Remember the name...,² The Rock ³Know your role,² Sable ³38 special,² and Road Dogg Jesse James ³Roll The Dogg a Bone.² (59/90608) (CAUT: 4) Set (x8) MSRP: $89.95 WWF MINI BEARS SET This limited-edition set of eight bears features some of your favorite WWF wrestler¹s names on the front with the WWF logo embroidered on the back. Includes The Undertaker, Kane, Godfather, Sable, Mankind, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Ken Shamrock, and New Age Outlaws. We always knew those madmen of wrestling had a soft side! (59/90610) (CAUT: 4) Set (x8) MSRP: $49.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A POKÉMON PIKACHU LARGE-SCALE PLUSH Previously offered in Previews Update #365! That adorable Pikachu is back! This time taking the shape of a 10² plush, ready to be captured by fans of the Gameboy game and Japanese television program. Also a popular comic character, Pikachu is but one Pokémon ready to be trained, or is it tamed? Fans will try to catch 'em all! Catch the phenomenon that is Pokémon with your very own soft and cuddly Pikachu! (309/58065) (CAUT: 4) Plush SRP: $9.45 ****************************** SIX-INCH WATERBELLIES Picking up where the winded Beanie-mania left off, these Waterbellies feature soft plastic water domes protruding from their bodies, which contain a plastic miniature of the animal itself amid glitter that flurries when the toy is shaken. Available in 12 varieties. (7180/91191) (CAUT: 4) Waterbellies SRP: 6.99Ea. PUFFKIN BEARS These snuggly puffkin bears bring with them loads of cheer as they color your world. Available in six varieties ‹ Buttercup (yellow), Mango (orange), Rosie (pink), Skylar (blue), Telly (teal), and Violet (purple). (4446) Puffkins SRP: $6.00Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A CHRISTMAS BAMM BEANOS SET Last opportunity to get this set under the old ³Bamm Beanos² name! Salvino is calling all his sets ³Bammer² now, so don¹t miss your chance to own the last of these Bamm Beanos depicting baseball greats Chipper Jones, Alex Rodriquez, David Justice, Cal Ripken Jr., Ken Griffey Jr., and Mark McGwire. (4385) (CAUT: 4) Set (x6) $53.95 O/A HOME RUN BAMM BEANOS SET Last opportunity to get this set under the old ³Bamm Beanos² name! Salvino is calling all his sets ³Bammer² now, so don¹t miss your chance to own the last of these Bamm Beanos depicting home run baseball greats Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Babe Ruth, and Roger Maris. (4385) (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) $35.95 ****************************** WALLACE AND GROMIT BEAN BAGS The hilarious antics of Wallace and Gromit make them a favorite among adults and children of all ages. Based on the successful videos featuring innovative claymation and brilliant scripts, these soft and life-like bean bags are available in the four key characters Wallace, Gromit, Shaun, and Feathers. (4009/7194) Bean bag SRP: $6.00Ea. LIMITED TREASURES NFL PRO BEARS These special 6-inch plush bean bears sure do take the roughness out of football. Each bear contains the NFL superstar¹s name and number embroidered on the back, as well as their number and and team name embroidered on the front. Choose from Troy Aikman, John Elway, Brett Favre, Dan Marino, Randy Moss, and Barry Sanders. (4533) (CAUT: 4) TROY AIKMAN (1)‹Bear $7.99 JOHN ELWAY (17)‹Bear $7.99 BRETT FAVRE (19)‹Bear $7.99 DAN MARINO (29)‹Bear $7.99 RANDY MOSS (33)‹Bear $7.99 BARRY SANDERS (39)‹Bear $7.99 CLASSIC MONSTER BEAN BAGS The monsters from the Universal era of classic horror don¹t look quite as threatening anymore ‹ now that they¹ve been transformed into soft, bean-filled 8² plushes. Available in eight varieties: Frankenstein, Wolf Man, Mummy, Dracula, Bride of Frankenstein, Phantom of the Opera, Hunchback of Notre Dame, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon. (4310/4300) (CAUT: 4) Bean bag SRP: $6.50Ea. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER THE WOMEN OF BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER PHOTO SET #3S Just a bunch of high school girls ‹ think not! These hot mammas will intrigue you as they face some of life¹s most difficult moments on the hit series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This set of five 8² x 10² glossy photos will catch your eyes with two striking poses of Buffy, as well as her friends Willow, Cordelia, and Faith. (870/BVS-SET3) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $24.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER ANGEL SHOT GLASS Buffy¹s love interest is Angel, a 242-year old vampire who adds the spice to each episode¹s drama, action, humor, and special effects ‹ and here he is right upon the front of this new clear 1 1/2oz. shot glass in photo realistic imagery at its best! The perfect companion to the Buffy shot glass. (870/BVS-SHOT3) (CAUT: 4) Shot glass $4.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER BUFFY SHOT GLASS Buffy is the Chosen One with the strength and skill to fight vampires, demons, and the forces of darkness. What better person to adorn this newest 1 1/2oz. shot glass than this striking teenager, the savvy destroyer of the undead! (870/BVS-SHOT2) (CAUT: 4) Shot glass $4.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER CAPPUCCINO MUG Take a load off and sip away the slayers with this one-of-a-kind, white ceramic, jumbo 14 oz. cappuccino mug featuring the hit series famous hang out¹s name ³The Bronze² one one side and the Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo on the other! You¹re sure to enjoy a hot, frothy brew in style! Great 17 oz. jumbo size suitable for soups, ice cream, and cereal, too! (870/BVS-MUG3) (CAUT: 4) Mug $8.99 BETTIE PAGE BETTIE PAGE DEVIL GIRL KEYCHAIN AND ZIPPO GIFT SET The legendary Bettie Page sizzles as the devil girl on both a keychain and Zippo lighter in this ultra-hot gift set. Bettie is beautifully pictured sporting a revealing red devil costume amidst a blue-moon background. Too tempting to resist! (7294/ZMP260248218) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES Set $47.95 BETTIE PAGE LTD. ED. TRADING CARD AND ZIPPO GIFT SET Included in this too-hot-to-miss gift set is a purple pin-up of the sexy Bettie Page brilliantly showcased on the face of a trading card and Zippo lighter. No wonder why Bettie Page remains so popular today! (7294/ZMP260249218) MATURE AUDIENCES Set $35.00 DC COMICS BATMAN LOGO MAGNETIC ACRYLIC CLOCK With this 3² x 1 1/2² clock featuring the Batman logo mounted conveniently on your refrigerator or other metallic surface, you¹ll have no trouble remembering to stay tuned at the same Bat time on the same Bat channel! Comes in a peggable clamshell. One AA battery required (not included). (7146/30106) (CAUT: 4) Clock $14.00 SUPERMAN LOGO MAGNETIC ACRYLIC CLOCK Even the Man of Steel needs to know when it¹s time to eat and sleep, and with the help of this handy 3² x 1 1/2² magnetic acrylic clock featuring the Superman logo, you¹ll be able to do the same. Comes in a peggable clamshell. One AA battery required (not included). (7146/30105) (CAUT: 4) Clock $14.00 DC SUPER HEROES LOGO MEGA-MAGS MAGNET SET You¹ll be forever reminded of what the power of good can do when you display this super magnet set featuring the logos of five of the greatest heroes in the DC universe. Includes the logos of Batman, Flash, Green Lantern, Superman, and Wonder Woman. (7146/08208FP) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $10.00 DC SUPER HEROES MEGA-MAGS MAGNET SET Batman, Flash, Green Lantern, Superman, and Wonder Woman are brilliantly captured on this stunning magnet set. See for yourself why this team of super-heroes sticks together so well! (7146/08209FP) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $10.00 KISS KISS FIRST EDITION COLLECTIBLE BEAN BAG SET Honoring their very successful Psycho Circus tour, the legendary ³Larger than Life² rock band KISS lives on in this highly collectible bean bag set depicting the quartet in all their traditional make-up glory. Each of the four band members comes individually tagged and numbered to ensure its value. (4548) (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) SRP: $119.95 KISS PSYCHO CIRCUS UNUSED CONCERT TICKETS PACK Ten different concert tickets from the 1998 Psycho Circus North American Tour. Includes the highly sought after October 31, 1998, Dodger Stadium ticket ‹ ³Halloween Night.² (7889) (CAUT: 4) Pack (x10) $24.00 KISS AUTHENTIC GUITAR PICKS ENCASED IN LEUCITE The roar of the crowd, the thunder of the guitar, the beat of the drum. Flying through the air comes the elusive prize everyone wants...the guitar pick. Encased in a Lucite holder to ensure their condition while you show them off! Choose guitar picks from Ace Frehley, Gene Simmons, and Paul Stanley. All picks include signatures. (7889) (CAUT: 4) ACE FREHLEY‹Guitar pick $12.00 GENE SIMMONS‹Guitar pick $12.00 PAUL STANLEY‹Guitar pick $12.00 POKÉMON POKÉMON DELUXE DESK TOP SET Sometimes, a cluttered desk looks good. Only when you display this Pokémon deluxe desktop set, of course. This set featuring four Pokémon characters does more than decorate your desk. Each is uniquely crafted as either a tape measure, tape dispenser, stapler, or pencil sharpener. Perfect for home or office. Packaged in a colorful window box. (8931/66700) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $10.49 POKÉMON MINI STATIONARY SET In the form of an eraser, Pikachu makes correcting all the more easier. And other Pokémon characters, in the shapes of an exclusive memo clip and magnet, make organizing a lot less difficult. Catch Œem all in this very handy mini stationary set. (8931/66400) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $2.85 POKÉMON PENCILS WITH TOPPERS TWO-PACK Why not have some fun when writing? This really cool Pokémon pencil and topper set sure does the trick. Includes two decorated pencils with two sculpted Pokémon character toppers. (8931/66100) (CAUT: 4) Two-pack SRP: $2.49 POKÉMON MECHANICAL PENCIL & TOPPER Pikachu wants you to enjoy writing and drawing, and with this mechanical pencil complete with a cute collectible Pikachu topper, he¹s there to make sure you do. (8931/66200) (CAUT: 4) Pencil & Topper SRP: $5.45 POKÉMON MEMO CLIPS THREE-PACK This three-pack of Pokémon memo clips has already caught Œem all for you, so now you can easily keep your papers straight. (8931/66300) (CAUT: 4) Three-pack SRP: $2.09 POKÉMON COLLECTIBLE ERASER FOUR-PACK Collect all these cute erasers or trade them with your friends. Whatever you decide, you¹ll love the way they make erasing easier and fun. Every pack includes Pikachu. (8931/66500) (CAUT: 4) Four-pack SRP: $2.85 SOUTH PARK SOUTH PARK CARTMAN FIGURE DESK CLOCK It¹s Cheesy Poofs time! And we all know how much Cartman loves this snack. Now you can share in his joy (despite his less than happy expression!) by displaying this unique desk clock featuring a realistic Cartman figure holding his box of Cheesy Poofs. (7640/SP- 29) (CAUT: 4) Clock SRP: $37.50 SOUTH PARK KENNY FIGURE DESK CLOCK Kenny lets you know when it¹s time to go home when you proudly show off this colorful desk clock featuring a life-like figure of Kenny completely bundled from head to toe in his traditional orange coat. (7640/SP-30) (CAUT: 4) Clock SRP: $37.50 SOUTH PARK KYLE¹S MOM IS A BITCH STEIN Fill up this 13-ounce glass stein with your favorite beverage, and you can make a toast to Kyle¹s popular mom. Get into that good Œole South Park spirit! (870/SPK-STEIN1) (CAUT: 4) Stein $9.99 SOUTH PARK CARTMAN BOBBING HEAD FIGURE So incredibly offensive, it¹s no wonder Cartman¹s everyone¹s favorite by a landslide vote. Selfish and rude, he¹s the big-boned kid you¹ve always wanted to swat. Well, now you can with this Cartman bobbing head figure. This self-standing figure comes with a self- adhesive strip of hook-and-loop tape, so it can be affixed to anything from computer monitors to dashboards. (4539/10004) (CAUT: 4) Figure $12.00 SOUTH PARK KENNY BOBBING HEAD FIGURE What kid loves to die more than Kenny? Give his head a whack, and you won¹t even hear a murmur out of his hooded mouth. This self-standing figure comes with a self-adhesive strip of hook-and-loop tape, so it can be affixed to anything from computer monitors to dashboards. (4539/10001) (CAUT: 4) Figure $12.00 SOUTH PARK KYLE BOBBING HEAD FIGURE Bop him when his mother cancels the Christmas Pageant. Watch him shake when aliens capture Ike. So realistic, you can almost hear him singing the Mr. Hankey song. This self- standing figure comes with a self-adhesive strip of hook-and-loop tape, so it can be affixed to anything from computer monitors to dashboards. (4539/10002) (CAUT: 4) Figure $12.00 SOUTH PARK STAN BOBBING HEAD FIGURE His dog is gay, his sister Shelly runs him over with a lawn mower, and he barfs whenever Wendy Testaburger comes his way. This is no clone ‹ whap him silly; he can take it. This self-standing figure comes with a self-adhesive strip of hook-and-loop tape, so it can be affixed to anything from computer monitors to dashboards. (4539/10003) (CAUT: 4) Figure $12.00 STAR WARS DARTH MAUL COMMUTER MUG With Darth Maul, the exotically evil new villain from Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, beautifully immortalized on this commuter mug, he promises to make your commutes much less of an ordinary routine. Includes a lid to keep your favorite beverage hot or cold (despite what Darth Maul says!). (374/43097-6) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Mug $12.00 DARTH MAUL CERAMIC FIGURAL MUG Enjoy your favorite beverage and get into the Star Wars spirit at the same time with this beautifully crafted ceramic mug featuring an uncanny likeness of Darth Maul. (374/43067- 9) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Mug $15.00 STAR WARS RETURN OF THE JEDI 70MM LIMITED FILM CELS FOUR-PIECE MATCH SET The long-awaited Return of the Jedi matched sets are finally here! Now you can watch this climatic finale to the original Star Wars trilogy in a whole new light. These authentic 70mm. film cels are individually numbered and come mounted inside a sealed acrylic mint keeper. Includes matching cel numbers and comes mounted on a beautiful display stand. (8134/50710) (CAUT: 4) Set $120.00 KEYCHAINS CLASSIC MONSTER LITTLE BIG HEAD KEYCHAINS Do you lose your keys often? Well, these colorful 3² keychains featuring incredible likenesses of Universal Studios¹ classic horror monsters in action poses make your keys a whole lot more noticeable. Includes lobster claw clasp and key ring. Available in six varieties: Frankenstein, Wolf Man, Mummy, Dracula, Creature from the Black Lagoon, and the Phantom of the Opera. (4310/9200) (CAUT: 4) Keychains SRP: $4.25Ea. BRUCE LEE LITTLE BIG HEADS KEYCHAINS The man of martial arts, Bruce Lee, is exquisitely immortalized on these 3² tall keychains featuring caricatures of Lee from his various action roles. Includes lobster claw clasp and key ring. Available in three varieties: Bruce Lee with Staff, Bruce Lee Traditional, and Bruce Lee Kicking. (4310/23002) (CAUT: 4) Keychains SRP: $4.25Ea. FURBY TALKING PLUSH CLIP-ON Now you can take a cute little Furby critter with you, wherever you may roam! Measuring approximately 2 1/2" tall, in a variety of colors, each Furby comes with a plastic clip allowing you to attach it to a keyring, backpack, or clothing. Plus, it speaks several unintelligible Furby phrases! (6125/94067) (CAUT: 4) Plush Clip $10.00 SUPPLIES EON READY TO INK SERIES #1 Get professional inking experience with The Ready-To-Ink Series #1. The project includes 10 pages of original comic art printed in non-repro blue ink. Inkers can embellish and not worry about having to erase the pages when finished. Every sheet is printed on EON Art Boards and is guaranteed inker friendly! Art Board PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A BLUE LINE INKER ART KIT The Inker Art Kit includes the following tools, papers, and supplies: one #102 Inking Pen, one 1 oz. Black Waterproof Ink, one #0 Round Brush, one #1 Round Brush, one Large Kneaded Eraser, one Pre-printed Pencilled Page ready to ink, four Pro Comic Book Pages, and one Non-photo Blue Pencil. Also includes travel box! (SUPPLY578) Kit PI O/A ULTRA PRO MAGIC: THE GATHERING CARDS SUPPLIES If you're serious about preserving the quality and improving the integrity of your Magic: The Gathering cards collection, then you'll want to order some of these licensed products that are made especially for MTG cards. Magic: The Gathering Deck Albums are archival- safe (no PVC) full size albums that resist cold cracking, have extra-strong reinforced hinges, and include 4-color graphics inserted in the cover, spine, and back of both the 3" D-ring album with MTG characters and the 2" D-ring album with a gold MTG hotstamp. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. 3" ALBUM MTG (SUPPLY203) PI 2" ALBUM MTG (SUPPLY204) PI O/A ULTRA PRO DECK PROTECTORS Protect your valuable game cards and conceal the back while you play! This revolutionary concept prevents wear and tear on collectible card game cards, while simultaneously allowing you to use all of your rare cards in the game. Made of archival quality heavy gauge polypropylene with super strong welds, these protectors also fit into Ultra Pro 9 Pocket Pages and Ultra Pro Deck Bynd'rs. Available as Red Shield or Black Deck Shield Protectors (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and the UK. BLACH SHIELD (SUPPPLY276)‹Deck protector PI RED SHIELD (SUPPPLY278)‹Deck protector PI O/A ULTRA PRO MAGIC: THE GATHERING DECK PROTECTORS Store and protect your precious MTG cards with these PVC-free archival safe protectors that feature super strong welds and the Magic: The Gathering Hologram Safe Storage symbol. (CAUT: 3)NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., UK, and Canada. (SUPPLY200) Deck Protector PI O/A ULTRA PRO DECK PROTECTORS 100 COUNT BOX Made especially for gaming cards that you can't bear to see dirty! These clear Deck Protectors are made of archival quality heavy gauge polypropylene with super strong welds. Fits Ultra Pro 9 Pocket Pages and Ultra Pro Deck Bynd'rs! 100 sleeves per box. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., UK, and Canada. (SUPPLY211) Deck Protector PI O/A ULTRA PRO DECK PROTECTORS 9 POCKET PAGES These 9 Pocket Hologram Pages are archival-safe (no PVC) with super strong welds and UV Barriers (SUPPLY205) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., UK, and Canada. Page PI