PREVIEWS VOL. XI #3 THE PREVIEWS HOME PAGE PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #5 (PREVIEWS VOL. XI #5) The Unique Boutique for Discriminating Collectors! Previews Primo is the monthly publication featuring some of the very best and most desirable items from Previews! Each month, Primo ships alongside its sister publication, Previews, offering you an easy, customized look at some of the finest products offered that month. This issue highlights items in the May 2001 catalog for July/August/September shipping! Digest, 5x8, FC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS ADULT VOLUME XI #5 Discerning adult readers looking for more information and artwork on those other comics and cardscan find what they're looking for in Previews Adult. Inside each issue, you'll find additional artwork and information not found in Previews. Plus, Previews Adult features editorial coverage of the adult industry — with its own Mature Readers news page! NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions, adult material may not be available in some international markets. Please check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability. ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 8.5x11, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.75 PREVIEWS VOLUME XI #5 Previews is your ultimate source for news and information on the comic book industry. In it, you'll find all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer shipping in approximately two months. Everything you need in order to enjoy the comic book hobby is right here under one smashing cover! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, merchandise, and exclusive editorial content available nowhere else! Catalog, 8.5x11, 400+pg, PC $3.25 PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM BOOKLET VOLUME XI #5 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form publication! Use the order form to tally up your order and make sure that everything you want is accounted for! This issue ships in late April 2001 for items on sale in July 2001. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC MSRP: PI COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS STAR WARS: INFINITIES — A NEW HOPE #1 by CHRIS WARNER, DREW JOHNSON, and JIM ROYAL; cover by TONY HARRIS A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...The events and players are very familiar, but something isn't quite right. Luke Skywalker valiantly attacks the Death Star, fires his torpedoes and … they miss their mark! Welcome to a Star Wars you never imagined, a Star Wars shattered, where the possibilities are ENDLESS! The first in a series of non-continuity Star Wars stories which are sure to delight fans of all ages. Taking off from the end of events in the movie, readers will follow Luke, Han, Leia, C-3P0, and R2-D2 on a journey every bit as action-packed and fantastic as the original trilogy. Make sure you don't miss out on the Star Wars event of the year! On sale May 2 FC, 32pg (1 of 4) . . . $2.99 Dark Horse Maverick HELLBOY: CONQUEROR WORM #1 created, written, & illustrated by MIKE MIGNOLA Hellboy joins with Roger the Homunculus to investigate the ruins of the Nazi space program and prevent the coming of the Conqueror Worm. Special guest appearance by Lobster Johnson (sort of). on sale May 9 FC, 32 pg (1 of 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.99 HELLBOY RELISTS HELLBOY BASEBALL CAP One size fits all, black/red/yellow, embroidered logo. (STAR09192) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: THE CHAINED COFFIN AND OTHERS TP by Mike Mignola SC, 176pg, FC (STAR08240). . . $17.95 HELLBOY: THE LOST ARMY by Christopher Golden with illustrations by Mike Mignola SC, 208pg, squarebound, b&w (STAR06384) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR10349) . . . $19.95 HELLBOY: ODD JOBS by Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden, and others SC, 216pg, FC, 6" x 9" (STAR10486) . . . $14.95 HELLBOY: THE RIGHT HAND OF DOOM TP by Mike Mignola FC, 144pg, SC (STAR11164) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY: SEED OF DESTRUCTION TP by Mike Mignola, John Byrne, and Mark Chiarello SC, 128pg, FC (STAR06740) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY SHOTGLASS Clear shot glass w/ red & white art, Hellboy on one side, logo on the other (STAR09241) . . . $5.95 HELLBOY: WAKE THE DEVIL TP by Mike Mignola SC, 144pg, FC (STAR06597) . . . $17.95 HELLBOY WRISTWATCH Analog quartz, water-resistant dial, brass casing, black leather band, packaged in a black-matte wood box, certificate of authenticity (STAR10685) . . . $49.95 HELLBOY ZIPPO® LIGHTER Three-color chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR06649) . . . $29.95 ************************** USAGI YOJIMBO #48 created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI Chizu's in trouble! It was inevitable that, as the tireless leader of the fearsome Neko Ninja Clan, she would eventually be embroiled in its dark politics. Chizu has often favored her clansmen over her master, Lord Hijiki, but they sure don't seem to appreciate it. Caught in a trap sprung by her own comrades, Chizu faces her most challenging task ever, to escape the stronghold of a new enemy — those who were once her friends. on sale May 23 b&w, 24 pg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.99 SERGIO ARAGONÉS ACTIONS SPEAK #5 created, written, & illustrated by SERGIO ARAGONÉS More silent laughs and uproarious smiles from the master of the pantomime gag! Audiences are lining up around the block (which explains the empty seats) for the latest showing of Mad veteran Sergio Aragonés's silent revue. The legendary cartoonist brings his unique wit to bear on 25 new gags, not counting the one he's just unveiled here! on sale May 9 b&w, 24 pg (5 of 6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN 300 HC created, written, & illustrated by FRANK MILLER Now back in print, under the Dark Horse Maverick imprint for the first time! 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 Miller's multiple award-winning retelling of history's supreme moment of battlefield valor is finally available again, in an epic "widescreen" hardcover volume, with lush painted color by Lynn Varley. HC, 13" x 10", FC, 88 pg with painted endcovers . . . . . . $30.00 *********************** DARK HORSE EXTRA #35 Joss Whedon, the creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, makes his comics debut this summer with Fray! Don't miss your first glimpse in Dark Horse Extra #35 at this epic, new, eight-issue series by one of the hottest creative talents in or out of comics! Also this month, the debut of an all-new Star Wars strip, packed full of Jedi action you've come to know and love! Plus part two of the cult-hit The Nevermen! And if you're crazy 'bout Akira, this is the must-have issue with our killer poster! All this, plus the dish on every upcoming Dark Horse May title and the latest news from www.darkhorse.com. On sale May 2 FC, 4pg, 14-3/4" x 21-1/2" folded to 14-3/4" x 10-3/4" . . . PI GHOST/BATGIRL: THE RESURRECTION ENGINE TP by Mike Kennedy and Ryan Benjamin; cover by RYAN Benjamin Some people would like to have a new life, but they'd rather not have to die to get it! The recently dead are walking the dark streets of Gotham City, and Batgirl must journey to the Deco canyons of Arcadia to find who's responsible for these creepy reanimations. But Arcadia's spectral avenger, Ghost, is also hot on the trail of the zombie maker, one Malcolm Graymater, and Batgirl had better not get in Ghost's way! And when the murderous Two-Face gets in on the act to reclaim several of his reanimated henchmen, a deadly four-corner showdown headlines the fight card! Collecting the hit four-issue series. Co- published with DC Comics. On sale June 20 SC, 96pg, FC…$11.95 HEART OF EMPIRE: THE LEGACY OF LUTHER ARKWRIGHT LTD ED HC by Bryan Talbot; colors by ANGUS McKIE Nominated for three Eisner Awards and five Eagle Awards, Bryan Talbot's internationally acclaimed graphic novel, Heart of Empire: The Legacy of Luther Arkwright is now available in a deluxe limited-edition slipcased hardcover, signed by creator Bryan Talbot. Heart of Empire is a truly epic work, both viscerally intense and scathingly funny, transcending genre and shattering the boundaries of graphic narrative. Power, mysticism, history, murder, romance, politics, religion, sex, conspiracy, spectacle, and heroism are the multiverse that makes Heart of Empire one of the most challenging, thought-provoking, and purely entertaining works of graphic fiction, truly deserving of this royal treatment! FOR MATURE READERS On sale May 2 HC w/slipcase, 296pg, FC, signed & numbered . . . $99.95 ROCCO VARGAS: THE DARK FOREST HC by DANIEL TORRES He's back! Rocco Vargas: writer, bon vivant, man of mystery, and fearless hero of the future! Created by international comics superstar Daniel Torres, Rocco Vargas' adventures blend heady science-fiction and ironic humor with avant-garde graphics and retro-modern design to form a one-of-a-kind treasure of graphic fiction as cool as the ultra-suave Vargas himself! Available for the first time in an English-language edition, The Dark Forest follows Rocco and his gal-pal, the brilliant Doctor Jill Covalsky, as they track a cryptic computer message that could well be the key to unlocking a shocking plan to turn the future evolution of mankind upside-down! Vargas is on the case, and a gang of bizarre adversaries are onto Vargas! Co-published with NORMA Editorial, Spain. On sale May 9 HC, 56pg, FC…$14.95 SPYBOY #17 by PETER DAVID, POP MHAN, and NORMAN LEE;cover by POP MHAN Who's the boy, who's the man? Who's the kid with the plan? With the girls by his side? Come along for the ride. SpyBoy! Who's the scourge of all crime? Who'll be there in time? With a smirk and a stare? To no villain, he's fair. SpyBoy! But now something's not right. Alex, hold on tight. When a friend is a foe, the rules gotta go. Butch thinks he's hot, but SpyBoy he's not. It's a clash of best friends. Know how it all ends? Bet you don't. Bet you won't. But soon you'll discover. Once friends, now foes, could these buddies be...brothers?! On sale May 16 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 THE TENTH: RESURRECTED #2 by TONY DANIEL and ROMANO; covers by ROMANO Will the real Sam Jaffee please stand up? Killkrow, posing as Sam Jaffee, attempts to kidnap Esperanza and take her to Rhazes Darkk. With The Tenth still missing, Rhazes can utilize the new powers that Esperanza now harnesses. But an eager Esperanza has nothing to lose, since she's already dead! Meanwhile, Zorina, with the help of two special agents, infiltrates the newly rebuilt Darkklon complex in Springdale, Colorado. There, they uncover unbelievable horrors: Rhazes Darkk is up to his old tricks, but now he seems unstoppable! Will Zorina and co. escape Darkklon alive? Plus, The Tenth is loose under Springdale, but he will have to fight his way past several of Darkk's supermonsters in order to reach the one thing that will bring him peace...Rhazes Darkk's death! On sale May 16 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #33 by TOM FASSBENDER, JIM PASCOE, CLIFF RICHARDS, and JOE PIMENTEL; cover by CLIFF RICHARDS and P. CRAIG RUSSELL Giles' new girlfriend is still missing and possibly in the clutches of the bugmen. Willow and Tara come across a possible solution to Sunnydale's insect problem in a dusty volume called Demonic Entomology. Giles, worried that he's about to lose another lover to Sunnydale's prolific obituary page, isn't able to conjure up the requisite magical pesticide, leaving Buffy to face the hive on her own! On sale May 23 FC, 32pg (Richards/Russell cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (Photo cover) . . . $2.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE AND DRU TP by JAMES MARSTERS, CHRISTOPHER GOLDEN, RYAN SOOK, and ERIC POWELL Four tales of the most vile, murderous, and destructive — not to mention codependent — couple ever to visit Sunnydale are presented in one volume, covering an entire century of bloodshed, from China in 1900 to Rio in 1999. This 96-page book collects the original Spike and Dru one-shot by TV star James "Spike" Marsters, Christopher Golden, and Ryan Sook, which was heralded by Buffy creator Joss Whedon as the model for future Buffy comics. Also included are the two follow-ups by Golden and artists Sook and Eric Powell, plus the final word on the duo, the 10-page epilogue "Who Made Who?" telling the story of their final farewell in Brazil, refered to but never delved into on the show. On sale June 27 SC, 96pg, FC . . . $11.95 AKIRA VOL. 3 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo In the 21st century, the glittering Neo-Tokyo has risen from the rubble of a Tokyo destroyed by an apocalyptic telekinetic blast from a young boy called Akira — the subject of a covert government experiment gone wrong now imprisoned in frozen stasis. But Tetsuo, an angry young man with immense and rapidly growing psychic abilities, has done the unthinkable: he has released Akira and set into motion a chain of events that could once destroy the city and drag the world to the brink of Armageddon. Resistance agents and an armada of government forces race against the clock to find the child with godlike powers before his unthinkable destructive abilities are unleashed! One of the true international classics of graphic fiction and unavailable for nearly a decade in America, Akira has once again taken America by storm, its first Dark Horse volume selling out almost overnight in comic shops and bookstores across the country! On sale June 27 SC, 288pg, b&w . . . $24.95 STILL AVAILABLE: AKIRA VOL. 1 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 364pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12302) . . . $24.95 AKIRA VOL. 2 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo Available March 21! SC, 304pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" . . . $24.95 *********************** BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #57: THE GATHERING PART 15 by HIROAKI SAMURA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS "The Gathering" concludes with this powerful, gripping chapter! Rin has almost won her way through the checkpoint with her tear-filled story of the death of the parents of the mother she's pretending to be. But as she and Nakaya prepare to leave, the head of the checkpoint has one last question: how could a young woman like herself really have given birth to two children? Before he'll believe her, he wants her to show him the proof, written on her body! If she's caught, it's death for the both of them. How can Rin prove that she's given birth with such a child-like body? Be ready to ride the edge of your seat in the latest issue of this Eisner Award-winning series! FOR MATURE READERS On sale May 23 b&w, 32pg (15 of 15) . . . $2.99 GUNSMITH CATS: MISTER V #8 (OF 11) by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS With Goldie out of the picture, you might expect things to settle down with the Gunsmith Cats, but what fun would that be? Apparently, Misty feels the same way, as she breaks the unwritten code of the underground professionals, stealing Bean Bandit's car right out from under his nose — with Rally watching! Rally and Bean must band together to save Misty and the merchandise in Bean's car, but now they're up against a whole new gang, and the trouble is just getting started! FOR MATURE READERS On sale May 16 b&w, 32pg (8 of 11)…$2.99 OH MY GODDESS! PART X #4: HAND IN HAND part 1 (of 2) by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS It's opening day for Chihiro's new automotive shop, Whirlwind, and it's also party time for all her friends and colleagues. Once the alcohol's gotten things going, the foxy Chihiro has an idea: why not try to get innocent little Belldandy rip-roaring drunk?! What happens when a Goddess First Class gets a little tipsy? One hint: the last thing in the world you can say about Belldandy is that she's a mean drunk. In fact, she's such a kind drunk that she'll use her powers to give everyone what they want — and every time she gives happiness to someone else, her boyfriend Keiichi is visited by an equal or greater unhappiness! Can he survive long enough to protect Belldandy from herself until she sobers up?! On sale May 30 b&w, 40pg (1 of 2) . . . $3.50 THE DIRTY PAIR: SIM HELL REMASTERED #1 (OF 4) by ADAM WARREN This four-issue "remastering" of the popular, long-out-of-print b&w miniseries "blows it up" for the new millennium with new eye-popping, state-of-the-art coloring by hot coloring studio GURU eFX! Every issue also features an additional 8 pages of new, never-before-seen Dirty Pair artwork by writer/artist Adam Warren (Gen 13, Battle Chasers, etc.) and friends! The story? The Dirty Pair face their greatest challenge yet when Kei confronts the awesome horror of…her employee evaluation! It looks simple: simulations are generated by the Central Computer to test her responses to different situations. But when a mysterious malfunction traps Kei in virtual reality, Yuri must enter the sim to save her… • All-new front & back cover art! On sale May 2 FC, 32pg (1 of 4) . . . $2.99 THE DIRTY PAIR RELISTS THE DIRTY PAIR: A PLAGUE OF ANGELS TP by Adam Warren and Toren Smith SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR01289) . . . $12.95 THE DIRTY PAIR: BIOHAZARDS TP by Adam Warren and Toren Smith SC, 112pg, b&w (STAR08423) . . . $12.95 THE DIRTY PAIR: FATAL BUT NOT SERIOUS TP by Adam Warren and various SC, 128pg, FC (STAR02117) . . . $14.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 10: SEPARATE PATHS TP by KAZUO KOIKE and GOSEKI KOJIMA; cover by FRANK MILLER and LYNN VARLEY The six paths and four lives are split asunder, as Itto Ogami and Daigoro become separated in one of this series' most powerful stories to date! The Lone Wolf's arch-enemy, Yagyu Retsudo, pursues Ogami to retrieve the secret letter stolen from him, only to watch dozens of his men fall victim to the Lone Wolf's hungry sword! But Yagyu drives father and son apart as they tumble down a cliff and must survive on their own! Little Daigoro must begin his honorable search for his father. But with Yagyu's henchmen hunting high and low for the Lone Wolf and his cub, the net drags closer and the danger wraps tighter, but the blood flows ever freely… FOR MATURE READERS On sale June 27 SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF & CUB RELISTS LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 1: THE ASSASSIN'S ROAD TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima; cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley SC, 296pg, b&w, 4" x 6"(STAR11783) . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 2: THE GATELESS BARRIER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima; cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley SC, 296pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 3: THE FLUTE OF THE FALLEN TIGER TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima; cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley SC, 296pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 4: SHISHOGAN EYES TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima; cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 5: BLACK WIND TP by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima; cover by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley SC, 288pg, b&w, 4" x 6" . . . $9.95 ******************** OH MY GODDESS!: THE DEVIL IN MISS URD TP by Kosuke Fujishima; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS When the goddesses Belldandy, Skuld, and Urd win a free trip to a hot springs resort, it turns out they're not the only deities off on vacation. Demon First Class Mara is checked into the same rustic retreat! The old enemies call a truce, but the malicious Mara is once again up to no good. She builds an Urd clone from a lock of the half-demon Urd's hair that she swipes at the hot- springs resort. The purpose of the clone: Mara wants to merge the 50% demon blood of Urd and the 50% demon blood of her clone to make a 200 Proof Demonic Urd, who's hell-bent on seducing mortal earth-guy Keiichi and sending a brokenhearted Belldandy back to heaven! Collecting the five-issue series. On sale June 20 SC, 176pg, b&w…$14.95 FUTURAMA: LEELA AND KIF KROKER BENDY TOYS More bendy toys! Dark Horse is busy at work on more bendable characters from Matt Groening's Futurama (to accompany our smashing Bender bendable!): Leela, an attractive humanoid cyclops with purple hair, is also a star of the show as captain of a Planet Express ship. Leela comes packaged with a gun accessory, which fits into her hand. Kif Kroker is the somewhat downtrodden first officer under Zapp Brannigan. A true alien's alien, Kif is tall and green and super bendable. He comes packaged with an inferiority complex. Each comes packaged on a printed blister card. On sale June 20 Futurama: Leela Bendy Toy . . . $9.99 On sale June 20 Futurama: Kif Kroker Bendy Toy . . . $9.99 THE DIRTY PAIR ZIPPO® LIGHTER AND SHOT GLASSES Genetically enhanced super-babes Kei and Yuri are always heating things up — now you can keep it hot or cool it down with the new Dirty Pair Zippo® lighter and shot glasses. Adam Warren brings all-new artwork showing Kei and Yuri's more innocent sides, each looking sweet and sexy in their schoolgirl outfits from Meizuru University. On sale June 13 Kei shot glass, FC, art on front, logo on back . . . $5.95 Yuri shot glass, FC, art on front, logo on back . . . $5.95 FC Dirty Pair at on Chrome Zippo® lighter . . . $29.99 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #23: BLUTO He's a schemer, a thug, and a ladies' man. Popeye's worst nightmare and Olive's dream boat. He's Bluto and he's bad! Previous Popeye Classic Comic Character statues have been among the fastest characters to sell out. On sale July 4 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet. Limited to only 600 numbered copies. . .$49.99 OFFERED AGAIN CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTER #5: IGNATZ STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTER #6: OLIVE OYL STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #7: MANDRAKE THE MAGICIAN STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #8: LI'L ABNER STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #9: DAISY MAE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #10: DICK TRACY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #11: BEETLE BAILEY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #12: SARGE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #13: LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.99 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #14: FLASH GORDON STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet . . .$49.99 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #15: TERRY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, limited to 950, comes in litho tin box with pinback button and booklet . . .$49.99 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #16: THE DRAGON LADY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, limited to 950, comes in litho tin box with pinback button and booklet . . .$49.99 *********************8 STAR WARS #30: THE HUNT FOR AURRA SING #3 by TIM TRUMAN, DAVIDÉ FABBRI, and CHRISTIAN DALLA VECCHIA; cover by JON FOSTER Aurra Sing tracks her current target and former mentor, the Dark Woman, to a lush jungle world which is being bombarded by a seasonal meteor shower. On this beautiful yet dangerous planet, the Dark Woman seeks respite from the rigors of Jedi life and peace from her past, but her past failure has now been paid to hunt and kill her! Converging onto the same planet, Adi Gallia, Ki-Adi-Mundi, and A'Sharad Hett accompany a suspicious Quarren expedition from Mon Calamari to the surface, questioning the Quarren senator's motives and prepared to uncover the hidden reason behind his expedition! "The Hunt for Aurra Sing" continues in this exciting third chapter! On sale May 30 FC, 32pg (3 of 4) . . . $2.99 STAR WARS: JEDI COUNCIL — ACTS OF WAR TP by Randy Stradley, Davidé Fabbri, and Christian Della Vecchia; cover by DAVID MICHAEL BECK Even in the days before the shadow of the Phantom Menace falls upon the Republic, the rule of the Senate is no guarantee of peace. When conflicts arise, it is the duty of the Jedi Knights, under the guidance of the Jedi Council, to protect the innocent and restore order. When the warlike Yinchorri threaten the stability of the Republic, a Jedi task force led by Mace Windu and including Qui-Gin Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi is sent to the Yinchorri system to settle matters, and they soon find themselves facing overwhelming odds on three different worlds. Collecting the four-issue series. On sale June 6 SC, 96pg, FC…$12.95 STAR WARS: JEDI VS. SITH #2 (OF 6) by DARKO MACAN, RAMON F. BACHS, and RAUL FERNANDEZ; cover by ANDREW ROBINSON As the war between the Jedi Army of Light and the Sith Brotherhood of Darkness rages, Tomcat, Bug, and Rain — three cousins drawn to the battle in search of adventure — find that they are in for more than they expected. Far more. Brought to the planet Ruusan by a scout gathering troops for the war, the family desperately tries to stay together in the midst of an epic war between good and evil. But individual desires may prove greater than family ties as the three seek their fates among the battlefields of Ruusan and head toward a destiny controlled by the Sith Lord DARTH BANE! On sale May 16 FC, 32pg (2 of 6) . . . $2.99 DYNAMIC FORCES VARIANTS STAR WARS: INFINITIES — A NEW HOPE #1 GOLD FOIL ALTERNATE PHOTO COVER Luke Skywalker valiantly attacks the Death Star, fires his torpedoes and they Miss their mark! Welcome to a Star Wars you never imagined! Taking off from the end of events in the movie, readers will follow Luke, Han, Leia, C-3P0, and R2-D2 on a journey every bit as action-packed and fantastic as the original trilogy. Make sure you don't miss out on the Star Wars event of the year! To commemorate this new series, Dynamic Forces and Dark Horse have teamed up to bring you a limited gold foil edition! Don't miss out on what may be one of the coolest limited edition books around! Dynamic Forces gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited to 2,500 copies. . . $12.99 STILL AVAILABLE: STAR WARS: QUI-GON & OBI WAN — LAST STAND ON ORD MANTELL #1 GOLD FOIL COVER Dynamic Forces gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $14.99 STAR WARS: JEDI COUNCIL #1 EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE GOLD FOIL COVER Dynamic Forces exclusive alternate gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $10.00 STAR WARS: CHEWBACCA #1 EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE GOLD FOIL COVER cover drawn by Dan Jurgens and Jerry Ordway Dynamic Forces exclusive alternate gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $12.99 STAR WARS: UNION #4 EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE GOLD FOIL COVER Dynamic Forces exclusive alternate gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $10.00 ROCKSTAR GAMES' ONI #1 EXCLUSIVE ART COVER Dynamic Forces exclusive art edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $6.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ORIGIN #1 EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL COVER The sold out origin issue with a DF Exclusive Gold foil logo cover! Dynamic Forces exclusive gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $12.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #12 EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL COVER The first Anniversary issue with a DF Gold Foil logo cover! Dynamic Forces exclusive gold foil edition, FC, 32pg, limited edition . . . $12.99 *********************** DC COMICS The evolving history of the JLA JLA: INCARNATIONS The JLA has been DC's preeminent super-hero team for over four decades — saving the DC Universe countless times in each of its many versions. Now its rich and exciting history is fully explained, examined and expanded in the generations- spanning JLA: INCARNATIONS, a 7-issue miniseries written by John Ostrander (MARTIAN MANHUNTER) with art and covers by Val Semeiks & Prentis Rollins (DC 2000, DC ONE MILLION). Picking up where JLA: YEAR ONE left off, JLA: INCARNATIONS is more than a retelling of past JLA adventures. Instead, it focuses on the many different rosters of the JLA throughout the years and illustrates exactly what made the League special at that moment in history. INCARNATIONS begins with an extra-length tale set in the earliest days of the original JLA — where the Justice League meets the venerated Justice Society of America, the super-group that started it all. Two generations of Black Canaries are at odds as the younger Canary's new team tries to pull itself out from under the shadow of its predecessors. Unfortunately, victory proves to be impossible when the world suffers an attack from the mysterious sorcerer known as Wotan. Each extra-length issue of INCARNATIONS focuses on a different era of the JLA — from its early days in Happy Harbor, to the majestic days in its satellite headquarters, to the short-lived Detroit-based team, to its humor-filled days as an international force for good, and back to the present day, with the mightiest incarnation of all stationed in the team's lunar base. Grand adventure and deep characterization combine for a powerful, insightful and landmark miniseries that will chronicle the League since its inception, filling in gaps and putting a grand perspective on the intricate history of a team that has been beyond the universe and back. This project is supported with house and trade ads. JLA: INCARNATIONS is a 7-issue miniseries edited by Dan Raspler. The 48-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores May 2 with a cover price of $3.50 U.S. There's something not quite right… OUT THERE El Dorado City. Almost every citizen of this idyllic town would agree that it's a perfect place to live and raise a family, with its bucolic setting, tight-knit community, and lack of crime. But beneath the surface of this pastoral town lies a deadly secret. At what cost was this paradise made? Four adventurous high school students are about to find out… CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS is proud to present a new ongoing series from superstar Humberto Ramos. OUT THERE is a fun, sexy, comics adventure that returns Ramos to a more lighthearted action genre that first garnered him so much attention on books such as IMPULSE, yet retains the suspenseful elements of the popular CRIMSON series. Co-written and pencilled by Ramos, OUT THERE reunites Ramos with the team on his hit CLIFFHANGER series CRIMSON: co-writer Brian Augustyn and inker Sandra Hope. As a bonus, issue #1 ships with a variant cover (25% of the print run) by Carlos Meglia (WILDCATS, CRIMSON SPECIAL: SCARLET X — BLOOD ON THE MOON). A pact has been made between the mayor of El Dorado and the masters of the Draedrealm — an otherdimensional plane. Demon invaders have been taking over the small town, and the citizens are trading their services for a better life. Only outcast Jessie Santiago, bookish Mark Wexler, quarterback Zach Mullins and his girlfriend, the popular, beautiful Casey Phillips seem to realize what's going on — and they are thrust together to uncover El Dorado's secret and save their hometown from its looming fate. But to face the dark forces that threaten everything they hold dear, the four teens first must learn to bridge their own differences. "OUT THERE is a story about distinctly normal kids facing strange, fantastical forces," says cowriter Augustyn. "The key to victory will be their innate goodness, their innocence. They'll need to maintain their humanity in the face of the other (dark forces). We're all proud of how CRIMSON went, but I think OUT THERE will take Humberto's work to the next level." Says Ramos: "OUT THERE is a story about characters. It's about the relationships that these kids have with each other and the very exciting and extraordinary circumstances they find themselves in — and how these situations affect them as they grow up. It's about people you'd enjoy meeting and hanging out with." This project is supported with a 4-color promotional poster and house and trade ads. OUT THERE is an ongoing series from CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS, edited by Scott Dunbier. Issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores May 23 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will consist of covers by Humberto Ramos & Sandra Hope (75%) and a cover by Carlos Meglia (25%). Imagine a world where anything can happen. GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD HC Hal Jordan was one of the most legendary Green Lanterns who ever existed. But how did Hal master the most powerful weapon in the universe, the Green Lantern ring? A key moment in Hal's early days of training unfolds in GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD, an imaginative 96-page hardcover written by J.M. DeMatteis (THE SPECTRE), with stunningly beautiful artwork by Seth Fisher (HAPPYDALE: DEVILS IN THE DESERT). Fisher's amazing linework, with its painstaking attention to detail, is guaranteed to blow readers' minds. Early in his Green Lantern career, Hal finds himself alone on a strange, surrealistic, almost hallucinatory world — but has no memory of how he got there. In this topsy-turvy world, where beautiful creatures coexist with frightening horrors, the only thing that's right is Hal's sense of justice. This twisted reality needs cleaning up, and Hal's just the lawman to do it! But in doing so, Hal discovers how he can truly learn to focus his will and master the astonishing power he's been given. And it is here that Hal, following the trail of an old friend, sets off on one of the most astonishing adventures of Green Lantern's career! This project is supported with a 4-color poster and house and trade ads. GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD is a 96-page hardcover edited by Joey Cavalieri. It arrives in comic-book stores May 23 with a cover price of $24.95 U.S. Tired of Spandex? Try polyester. BAY CITY JIVE It's not even 72 hours into the new year and already Sugah Rollins has tangled with karate-master assassins, Chinese demon lords, outlaw bikers, vigilante cops, hippie occultists, genius gadgeteers, and a curvaceous but deadly cat burglar. Yes, it's shaping up to be quite a year. But the year is 1976… Welcome to BAY CITY JIVE, a 3-issue WildStorm miniseries that's a madcap romp through the streets of bicentennial San Francisco. Written by THE AUTHORITY and PLANETARY editor John Layman (GEN13) with art and covers by Jason Johnson (IMPULSE: BART SAVES THE UNIVERSE) & Sean Parsons (BATMAN: NO MAN'S LAND), BAY CITY JIVE turns the clock back a quarter century, to a time of big guns, big cars and, well…bad fashion. And for a really cool treat, issue #1 ships with a variant cover (25% of the print run) by DANGER GIRL creator J. Scott Campbell! San Francisco resident tough-guy Sugah Rollins has an eye for the ladies and a knack for finding trouble. An investigation into the horrific murder of a cult of flower children takes Rollins to the seamy underbelly of Chinatown, and into the heart of a mystical conspiracy to destroy the world. To stop it, Rollins must find four jade statues and discover the secrets of their mysterious powers — even if it requires teaming up with both San Francisco's meanest cop and a lovely, lethal, leather- clad mystery woman whose allegiances are suspect. BAY CITY JIVE is a fast-paced comics smorgasbord of '70s cop flicks and high-octane martial-arts action. This project is supported with house ads. BAY CITY JIVE is a 3-issue WildStorm Productions miniseries edited by Aaron Watanabe. Issue #1 arrives in comic- book stores May 2 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will consist of covers by Jason Johnson & Sean Parsons (75%) and J. Scott Campbell (25%). JENNY SPARKS: THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY TP When the United Nations' force known as StormWatch met its untimely end from an alien threat, a new team — the Authority — rose from its ashes, facing threats on a global scale and beyond. But what happened between the death of one team and the birth of another? The answers are found in JENNY SPARKS: THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY, a 120-page trade paperback collecting last year's hit miniseries that delved deep into the characters that comprise the most powerful team in the WildStorm Universe. Written by Mark Millar (THE AUTHORITY, Ultimate X-Men) with art and cover by John McCrea (THE MONARCHY, HITMAN) and James Hodgkins (LUCIFER), this trade also includes an introduction by the creator of Jenny Sparks and THE AUTHORITY, Warren Ellis. THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY spotlights the long life and times of Authority spearhead and team leader Jenny Sparks, who met her demise in THE AUTHORITY #12. Known as "The Spirit of the Twentieth Century," Jenny is featured in this collection at pivotal points in her history detailing her first meetings with the new team's members. Not so coincidentally, these meetings also correspond to pivotal points in 20th-century history. Jenny's time-tripping adventures include: her encounter with an 80s government covert-op who introduces her to Apollo and The Midnighter; working with a young alien abductee to defend against an invasion force of sentient cities from the future; stealing a mystical artifact from the Nazis during the 40s; and crossing the Bleed to Sliding Albion for an alternate- reality wedding. This project is supported with house and trades ads. JENNY SPARKS: THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY is a 120-page WildStorm Productions trade paperback, arriving in comic-book stores May 9 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. SUPER FRIENDS! TP "Their mission: To fight injustice. To right that which is wrong. And to serve all mankind!" They are…the Super Friends! And if you grew up watching their Saturday morning adventures on TV, then you're probably humming the show's theme song as you read this. This spring, you'll have a chance to relive those fond memories with the SUPER FRIENDS! trade paperback, collecting stories written by E. Nelson Bridwell and Alex Toth, and featuring the art of Ramona Fradon, Alex Toth, Kurt Schaffenberger, Ric Estrada, Bob Smith, Joe Orlando, and Vince Colletta. To top off this volume, KINGDOM COME's Alex Ross provides an all-new painted cover! In 1973, the World's Greatest Super-Heroes — Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and more — were masterfully reinterpreted by Hanna-Barbera Animation Studios, legendary artist Alex Toth and others to become a network TV cartoon phenomenon that continues to air on the Cartoon Network to this day. Three years later, the team came full circle and returned to the comic-book medium that gave birth to them. SUPER FRIENDS! collects some of the most entertaining and exciting comic-book adventures of the Super Friends — reprinting stories from SUPER FRIENDS #1, 6-9, 14, 21, 27, and LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION #C-41. Along with super-hero trainees the Wonder Twins, Wendy, Marvin & Wonder Dog, the Super Friends teach and learn lessons of life, honor and friendship! This project is supported with house and trade ads and a co-op ad slick. SUPER FRIENDS! is a 176-page trade paperback, arriving in comic-book stores May 9 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD ANNUAL #1 (1969) Imagine there existed one more 80-Page Giant from the Silver Age — a "lost" annual that had never seen print, chock- full of adventure and featuring super-hero team-ups galore from DC's classic team-up book of the 60s, THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD! Imagine no longer, as DC Comics presents THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD ANNUAL #1 (1969), an 80-Page Giant featuring a new cover by Dick Giordano! The team-up gems reprinted in this edition include: ? Martian Manhunter & Green Arrow — in "Wanted — the Capsule Master!" from THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #50 (1963), written by Bob Haney with art by George Roussos. The two heroes ally themselves to combat the Martian criminal Vulkor, who has come to Earth to steal elements he needs to create the ultimate weapon! ? Batman & the Flash — in "The Death of the Flash!" from THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #67 (1966), written by Bob Haney with art by Carmine Infantino & Charles Paris. Batman calls on the curiously ailing Flash for assistance facing the super-speed gang called The Sneaker Thieves that is threatening Gotham! ? The Boy Commandos, Sandman & Sandy, and the Guardian & the Newsboy Legion — in "The Invasion of America," a hero-packed Golden Age Simon & Kirby team-up from DETECTIVE COMICS #76 (1943), written by Jack Kirby with art by Joe Simon & Kirby. The heroes fight Fifth Columnists on America's World War II homefront! ? Captain Atom & Nightshade — in "Strings of Punch and Jewelee," a Charlton Comics story reprinted from CAPTAIN ATOM (first series) #85 (1967), written by Dave Kaler with art by Steve Ditko & Rocke Mastroserio. The powerful duo join forces to stop the mayhem of the mysterious Punch and Jewelee! THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD ANNUAL #1 (1969) is a one-shot in the 80-Page Giant format, arriving in comic- book stores May 30 with a cover price of $5.95 U.S. How to kill a Man of Steel SUPERMAN: WHERE IS THY STING? Three words: Superman versus death! If you were the embodiment of death, wouldn't you be hungry for that noble guy who always seems to cheat you and rob you of victory? The super-human with the potential to live forever? The man who was actually killed by Doomsday but somehow returned? Death's pursuit of the Man of Steel is the focus of SUPERMAN: WHERE IS THY STING? — a 64-page Prestige Format one-shot written by J.M. DeMatteis (THE SPECTRE) and illustrated by Liam Sharp (X-Men: Magik) that also explores the deep psychological ramifications of Superman's constant awareness that he may outlive everyone on Earth. Untold millions of people died when Krypton was destroyed, leaving Kal-El the sole survivor. Deep within the Man of Steel's psyche lies a terrible survivor's guilt. Add to that the knowledge that all of his loved ones (especially Lois — his heart, his soul, his balance) will eventually perish; that the Earth itself will die as Krypton did, while Superman will likely survive. How does the daily presence of death on our world affect a man who is beyond death as we know it? As Superman engages in a slam-bang epic battle with his own personal version of death, the Man of Steel finally discovers what it would take to die and stay dead. But it is ultimately what death learns in the end that will leave the outcome of WHERE IS THY STING? a complete surprise. High-stakes action and drama combine with the deep-rooted emotional psyche of an American icon to deliver a truly rewarding tale of courage, determination and hope. This project is supported with house ads. SUPERMAN: WHERE IS THY STING? is a 64-page Prestige Format one-shot, edited by Joey Cavalieri. It arrives in comic-book stores May 16 with a cover price of $6.95 U.S. LUCIFER: DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY TP He's handsome. He's charming. He's powerful. So why is he one of the most feared individuals on the planet? Lucifer Morningstar, one of the most popular supporting characters from THE SANDMAN, takes center stage in LUCIFER: DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY — a 160-page VERTIGO trade paperback featuring writer Mike Carey (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: PETREFAX) and five of comics' finest artists. DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY contains the opening chapters of the former Lord of Hell's exploits among the living (and the dead). DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY reprints THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: LUCIFER 3-issue miniseries, as well as the first four issues of the LUCIFER ongoing series, wrapped in a painted cover by Duncan Fegredo. "The Morningstar Option" (with its lavishly painted art by Scott Hampton), details an unexpected turn in Lucifer's fortunes as Heaven calls him out of retirement to carry out one final mission — by any means, at any cost, and for a prize of his own choosing. But the Lord of Hell has his own agenda, and the reward that he demands shakes the foundations of Heaven and Hell. In "A Six-Card Spread" (illustrated by Chris Weston & James Hodgkins) the repercussions begin to have an impact, and enemies, old and new, move to forestall Lucifer's plans while the Prince of Darkness begins to assemble his forces for the ultimate revolution. "Born with the Dead" (illustrated by Warren Pleece & Dean Ormston) adds a further twist to the knife, as Lucifer crosses the path of English schoolgirl Elaine Belloc, whose budding magical talents take her into a place so terrible that the devil may be her only hope of escape. Readers who get hooked with DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY can then make the leap two weeks later to LUCIFER the ongoing series, with issue #14 — the first in a series of three interlinked but freestanding stories. Lucifer has finally taken the irrevocable step from leader of the opposition to practicing deity and he's got something definite to prove: that he can do it better. Plus, British schoolgirl Elaine Belloc, introduced in DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY, has learned her true origin as a hybrid angel. This project is supported with house and trade ads. LUCIFER: DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY is a 160-page VERTIGO trade paperback suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores May 2 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. LUCIFER #14 is a 32-page issue edited by Shelly Bond and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores May 16 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. He still hates it here… TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY He's bald, he's angry, and his words alone can do more harm than bullets. He's outspoken journalist Spider Jerusalem — and TRANSMETROPOLITAN writer Warren Ellis (PLANETARY) once again shows readers the other side of Spider's life on the street in TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY, a VERTIGO Prestige Format one-shot (taking the place of a monthly issue of TRANSMETROPOLITAN). FILTH OF THE CITY features the best of Spider's columns from his residency in the City newspaper The Word, running from where the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: I HATE IT HERE one-shot left off and concluding with Spider's ultimate departure from the paper. With a cover by TRANSMETROPOLITAN artist Darick Robertson, FILTH OF THE CITY offers remarkable insight into the series' lead character, with Ellis's edgy prose accompanied by artwork from an array of comics finest luminaries from both mainstream and indie comics, among them Brian Michael Bendis (Jinx, Fortune & Glory), Michael Avon Oeming (Powers, Hammer of the Gods), Chris Weston (THE AUTHORITY), Jill Thompson (THE INVISIBLES, Scary Godmother), Steve Lieber (Whiteout), and Carla Speed McNeil (Finder). This side of TRANSMET is one we rarely see: Spider's day-to-day struggle to come to grips with a city that doesn't make sense in a future gone mad. This project is supported with house ads. TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY is a 48-page Prestige Format VERTIGO one-shot edited by Tony Bedard, and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores May 9 with a cover price of $5.95 U.S. THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: EVERYTHING YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT DREAMS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK The world of THE SANDMAN and its spinoff title, THE DREAMING, have featured a panoply of unique characters that have captured readers' imaginations. Now, THE SANDMAN PRESENTS, the umbrella title that was originally conceived as an intermittent run of specials and miniseries starring characters from THE SANDMAN and THE DREAMING, goes monthly starting with THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: EVERYTHING YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT DREAMS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK. This hilarious 48-page VERTIGO one-shot teams writer Bill Willingham (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: MERV PUMPKINHEAD — AGENT OF DREAM) with regular THE SANDMAN PRESENTS cover painter Dave McKean and some of the finest artists in comics. Inspired by the Woody Allen film with a similar name, EVERYTHING... poses the frequently asked questions about the nature of dreams and provides answers in satirical short stories that promise to change the way you fall asleep. Fan-favorite characters from The Sandman mythos star, including Merv Pumpkinhead, Lucien, Nuala, Goldie, and Gregory, who realize their human forms in "Do Dreams Dream Sleep and Have Dreams of Their Own?" (illustrated by Duncan Fegredo). Other questions to be addressed in this charming series of vignettes include: "What Causes Nightmares?" (illustrated by Albert Monteys), "Why Are So Many Dreams Sexual in Nature?" (illustrated by Kevin Nowlan), "Why do Some People Dream in Color and Others in Black and White?" (illustrated by Jason Little), "Are There Really Universal Symbols Which Occur in Dreams and Can be Interpreted by Experts?" (art by Little), "Why Aren't You Supposed to Wake a Sleepwalker?" (illustrated by Nico Henrichon), "Why is it Often So Hard to Remember Your Dreams?" (art by Little), and "What Causes Recurring Dreams?" (illustrated by Mark Buckingham). This new refocusing of THE SANDMAN PRESENTS into a monthly presence gives a diverse talent pool of writers and artists the chance to tap into THE SANDMAN's mythos while exploring modern takes on traditional genres. Upcoming projects include THE DEAD BOY DETECTIVES (a 4-issue miniseries by Ed Brubaker, Bryan Talbot & Steve Leialoha), THE CORINTHIAN: DEATH IN VENICE (a 3-issue miniseries by Darko Macan and Danijel Zezelj), THE THESSALIAD (a 3- issue miniseries by Willingham and Shawn McManus), and THE FURIES (a 96-page hardcover written by Mike Carey and painted by John Bolton). This project is supported with house and trade ads. THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: EVERYTHING YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT DREAMS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK is a 48-page VERTIGO one-shot edited by Shelly Bond, and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores May 23 with a special cover price of $3.95 U.S. MONSTER WORLD Four young tots are sent on what should be a decades-long mission into deep space to colonize a distant planet. The plan was for the kids to sleep through the journey, awaken in their early twenties, and have all the information they need for the job already implanted in them by the time they landed at their precharted destination. But something has gone horribly, horribly wrong. MONSTER WORLD — a 4-issue WildStorm Productions miniseries written by Scott Lobdell (X-Men, STRAY) with art and covers by Carlos Meglia (WILDCATS) — finds young astronauts Dex Riley, Ling Lo, Geo Rendoza, Dallas Bean, and Julie Nulie awakening three years into their trip…at the age of only seven. With the ship's hull damaged and helpless, air and power running out fast, and half the rescue pods unavailable, the kids have precious little time to figure out solutions to the very real problems facing them. And when they find out how the ship was damaged and where in space they are…that's when things get really grim! MONSTER WORLD presents a story of high adventure, wild humor and breathtaking suspense. This project is supported with house and trade ads. MONSTER WORLD is a 3-issue miniseries edited by Jeff Mariotte. Issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores May 9 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. HITMAN: WHO DARES WINS TP Tommy Monaghan, the Hitman, has always called the shots on who he hits and where. But when you hit the wrong guy, there's hell to pay! HITMAN: WHO DARES WINS is a 144-page trade paperback continuing the collection of the ultraviolent, ultrafunny series by writer Garth Ennis (PREACHER, Punisher) and the artists of THE MONARCHY, John McCrea & Garry Leach. Featuring a cover by McCrea, this volume contains HITMAN issues #23-28. WHO DARES WINS ups the ante as Tommy and Natt find themselves targeted by the S.A.S. (Special Air Services) and Don Ferretti (Men's Room Louie). The sparks fly on Tommy's heels as he tries to avoid the big hit that's coming down on him. This time it's not only a matter of business, but honor as well. Plus, the story you thought you'd never see: Hitman gets a conscience! It's a bullet-riddled roller coaster of a read! HITMAN: WHO DARES WINS is a 144-page trade paperback, arriving in comic-book stores May 16 with a cover price of $12.95 U.S. THE ATOM ARCHIVES Volume 1 HC In the 1960s, following the successful revival of The Flash, Green Lantern and Hawkman, DC's legendary editor of the time, Julie Schwartz, turned his attention to another classic DC character — the Atom — giving the diminutive hero an exciting new Silver Age spin! The first daring adventures of Ray Palmer, the science-hero who could shrink in size (thanks to his belt of White Dwarf Star material), are presented in THE ATOM ARCHIVES Volume 1 — a 224-page hardcover reprinting SHOWCASE #34-36 and THE ATOM #1-5 (first published in 1961-1963). Written by Gardner Fox, with art and cover by Gil Kane and Murphy Anderson, this volume features an introduction by Les Daniels, author of The Complete History line of books. THE ATOM ARCHIVES Volume 1 details the Atom's exciting origin and features appearances by JLA mascot "Snapper" Carr, the villainous time-bending Chronos, and the debut of Jason Woodrue, the Floronic Man — who would later appear in Alan Moore's classic SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING run. Other tales include the Atom confronting a tiny planet-hopping alien thief, who seeks only to find his way home; solving the mystery of a modern-day curse held over from the Salem Witch Trials; preventing a communist spy from stealing America's secret plans for blowing up any incoming missiles (long predating the "Star Wars" defense plan); and stopping a telekinetic thief in his tracks! THE ATOM ARCHIVES Volume 1 is a 224-page hardcover arriving in comic-book stores May 16 with a cover price of $49.95 U.S. STAR TREK®: DIVIDED WE FALL For thousands of years, Trill society has been dominated by the Joined — those few Trill who have been selected to carry within them a worm-like symbiont whose mind merges with each of theirs. Joined Trill run the government, lead in the arts and sciences, and generally decide how society works for the entire race. But their time in power now may be coming to an end… The crews of The Next Generation® and Deep Space Nine® unite for an exciting crossover that ignites the Trill conflict and features the comic-book debut of the brand-new members of the Deep Space Nine crew introduced in Pocket Books' new line of Star Trek novels. STAR TREK®: DIVIDED WE FALL is a 4-issue WildStorm Productions miniseries cowritten by well-known Pocket Books Star Trek editor and scriptwriter John Ordover & Deep Space Nine scriptwriter David Mack, with art and covers by Andrew Currie (STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION® — THE KILLING SHADOWS) and Richard Bennett (BRASS). The U.S.S. Enterprise™ NCC-1701-E, under the command of Captain Jean-Luc Picard, receives an urgent distress call from a shuttle carrying Odan, a Trill ambassador. At the same time, Lieutenant Ezri Dax, stationed on Deep Space Nine, receives word that Lenara Kahn, her spouse in a previous lifetime, has been kidnapped. Ezri must return home to Trill at once or Lenara will die. The Enterprise also finds itself drawn to Trill, bringing the wounded Ambassador Odan — for whom the planet represents a last chance at survival. When they arrive at the planet, they find all is not well. A revolutionary group of unjoined Trill is out to destroy all the symbionts on the planet and with them, the hosts they are joined to. Captain Picard and the Enterprise must work with Elias Vaughn, the new commander of the U.S.S. Defiant, to stop a civil war that might cost Dax and Odan their lives and bring Trill to the edge of destruction. This project is supported with house ads. STAR TREK®: DIVIDED WE FALL is a 4-issue miniseries from WildStorm Productions, edited by Jeff Mariotte. Issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores May 9 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE Some days a man can't even drink himself to death in peace. For Gideon Brood, tired of endangering the only friends he has, the bottom of a bottle or the end of a dusty trail seem to be the only avenues of salvation open to him. But in the hot, dry Arizona border town he lives in, things are about to change…for the worse. Gideon soon will wish that boredom were the only thing that could kill him. DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE is a 5-issue miniseries from HOMAGE COMICS, bringing back the critically acclaimed horror/Western series cocreated by Jeff Mariotte and John Cassaday. Written by Mariotte (DESPERADOES: A MOMENT'S SUNLIGHT), QUIET OF THE GRAVE features the return of legendary artist John Severin (OUR ARMY AT WAR, King Kull) as the illustrator and cover artist. "If John Severin didn't invent comic-book Westerns," says Mariotte, "they were invented with him in mind." When Brood faces down the teenaged son of a local family, even their seemingly idyllic stay in this remote locale takes a dark twist. What seems like a straightforward adventure turns suddenly grim, as odd disappearances point toward something more sinister than initially meets the eye. Now Gideon, along with his fellow adventurers Abby DeGrazia, Jerome Alexander Betts and Race Kennedy, must face a family who wants revenge and a lynch mob that is closing in. The world of DESPERADOES returns as our heroes enter new depths of darkness. They may find the light again, but they'll never — ever — be the same. This project is supported with house and trade ads. DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE is a 5-issue miniseries from HOMAGE COMICS, edited by John Layman. Issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores May 2 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: TARNISHED ANGEL TP The longest single storyline to date in KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY is collected in a remarkable HOMAGE COMICS trade paperback, KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: THE TARNISHED ANGEL. Written by Busiek (The Avengers, Marvels) with art by Brent Anderson (GEN13: MEDICINE SONG) and Will Blyberg, THE TARNISHED ANGEL reprints issues #14-20 of the popular ASTRO CITY series, and features a painted cover by KINGDOM COME's Alex Ross, sketchbook material by Ross and interior artist Anderson, and an introduction by Frank Miller (BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, Sin City). When recently paroled super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets, he quickly discovers that life outside prison may be even harder than life as a prisoner. Trying to make good, he is still unable to find work that won't violate his parole. Desperate, Steeljack takes a more dangerous job: investigating the murders of several super-villains in his own neighborhood. But when Steeljack discovers the plan behind the killings, will the answers he finds cost him his life? KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: THE TARNISHED ANGEL is a 224-page trade paperback from HOMAGE COMICS. It arrives in comic-book stores May 30 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. PLANETARY ACTION FIGURES Planetary — mystery archaeologists tracking down evidence of a vast array of superhuman activity that the rest of the world never knew existed! Now the characters from Warren Ellis and John Cassaday's hit WildStorm comic are an exciting new trio of action figures from DC DIRECT! The Drummer is a man on the losing side of the fight for sanity who can communicate with machines by tapping in the air with his drumsticks. But who else can Planetary call upon to communicate with the bizarre alien technology they too often confront? The PLANETARY: THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6" tall and features multiple points of articulation. For a guy who's 100 years old, Elijah Snow, mystery man of Planetary, makes a great action figure! Since joining the mysterious team, Elijah Snow has traveled the world, uncovering its secret history and mysteries one by one — using his ability to generate freezing temperatures to help him in uncovering mysteries. The PLANETARY: ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6 1/4" tall and features multiple points of articulation. Rounding out the trio of PLANETARY ACTION FIGURES is the one woman whose bad side you don't want to be on! Jakita Wagner is a super-powered dynamo — strong enough to punch out trucks, invulnerable enough to take incredible punishment...and trying desperately to keep from dying of boredom even as her work with Planetary takes her to places no human has ever seen! The PLANETARY: JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6 1/4" tall and features multiple points of articulation. All three PLANETARY ACTION FIGURES come with pegged stands emblazoned with the PLANETARY logo upon which the figures may be posed, and are individually packaged in 4-color blister packs. The PLANETARY: THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE, PLANETARY: ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE and PLANETARY: JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE are all advance-solicited, sold separately, and arrive in comic-book stores September 19. Consult your retailer for pricing information. WONDER WOMAN: GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION The Joker. Scarecrow. Poison Ivy. They are three of Batman's deadliest villains — and they're about to get even deadlier thanks to a mysterious alliance with some sinister characters familiar to Wonder Woman fans. When the Amazon Warrior faces the terrifying amalgamations in Gotham City, she's in for a deadly and unexpected surprise! WONDER WOMAN: GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION is an affordable introduction to superstar writer/artist Phil Jimenez's critically-acclaimed run on WONDER WOMAN — similar in format to the BATMAN: NO LAW AND A NEW ORDER COLLECTION that reprinted the first story arc from "No Man's Land." The GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION reprints Jimenez's first amazing story arc from WONDER WOMAN #164-167 (with no interior ads), cowritten by Jimenez and J.M. DeMatteis (THE SPECTRE) and illustrated by Jimenez and Andy Lanning (LEGION WORLDS), with a cover by Adam Hughes. The GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION teams up guest stars such as Batman, Nightwing, Robin, Oracle and the Huntress with Wonder Woman's own supporting cast of Troia, Wonder Girl, the Amazon Oracle and Artemis. The GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION allows readers an entry into what is quickly becoming a major turning point in the history of one of the greatest characters in comics, as Jimenez produces the most personal and passionate artwork and stories of his career! WONDER WOMAN: GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION is a 96-page collection arriving in comic-book stores May 16 with a cover price of $5.95 U.S. DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #143 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY JIM APARO AND JOHN CEBOLLERO; COVER BY CEBOLLERO In stores May 2. Part 2 of the 4-part "The Demon Laughs." Ra's al Ghul wants a perfect world — a world devoid of any and all human beings. The Joker, on the other hand, wants to see a world devoid of just a single person — Batman — and the Joker's agreed to help Ra's with his plan if Ra's returns the favor. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 BATMAN #591 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND KARL STORY; COVER BY MCDANIEL In stores May 16. Ed Brubaker returns as ongoing writer with "Shot Through the Heart!" One of Batman's deadliest foes — the assassin known as Deadshot — returns with his crosshairs aimed directly at a bigshot mafia mouthpiece. Will the Dark Knight intervene in time? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DETECTIVE COMICS #758 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, STEVE LEIBER, STEVE MITCHELL; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores May 9. Crooked cops in Gotham City are committing daring and deadly crimes. Has GCPD Blue been corrupted, or are there darker forces at work? The Dark Knight's determined to get answers. Plus, a special backup tale written Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Steve Leiber (Whiteout). Months after "Officer Down," Oracle takes a look at the effects that her father's departure has on Gotham's police force and the crime they strive to stop. Is there life after Gordon? FC, 40 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #17 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON AND JOE KELLY; ART BY ROGER ROBINSON, ARON WIESENFELD AND JOHN FLOYD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores May 30. Part 2 of the 2-part "Matatoa." Batman battles for his life with the eternal shaman whose destiny includes killing the Dark Knight and taking on his nocturnal crimefighting duties…forever! It would secure Batman a safe, crime-free Gotham for all eternity — but at what cost to him and his city? This issue contains a shocking revelation! Plus, a black-and-white backup "A Moment In The Light," written by Joe Kelly and illustrated by Aron Wiesenfeld (DEATHBLOW/WOLVERINE). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #78 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY TONY HARRIS In stores May 9. When a long-forgotten movie serial inspires a rash of grave robberies, only Azrael can get to the bottom of the crimes. Why is this movie so important to the criminals? And who is the secret mastermind behind their ghoulish deeds? Learn the shocking answer in "The Amazing Adventures of Captain Death!" FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATGIRL #16 WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores May 2. When a young boy's father plans to commit a robbery in order to put food on the table, the boy turns to Batgirl for help in stopping him. But the crime takes a deadlier turn than expected — and Batgirl must decide whether to restore the boy's family or take the father down for good. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN BEYOND #21 WRITTEN BY HILARY BARTA; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND DAN DAVIS; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores May 30. The Justice League Unlimited make their comic-book debut! One of the most popular episodes of the Batman Beyond cartoon show featured a futuristic version of the JLA — the Justice League Unlimited — and now they appear for the first time in the BATMAN BEYOND comic-book! Batman teams up with the JLU in a high-voltage adventure as they battle a new villain called Blacklight! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #38 WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART AND COVER BY BOB SMITH AND TERRY BEATTY In stores May 2. Robin and Batgirl track down a ski-masked criminal who is targeting middle-aged males and sending them to the hospital. But what connection does this have to little-league hockey games? FC, 32 PG. $1.99 BATMAN: LEAGUE OF BATMEN #2 WRITTEN BY DOUG MOENCH; ART BY MARK D. BRIGHT AND ROMEO TANGHAL; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET ELSEWORLDS. In stores May 23. The Elseworlds miniseries concludes! Tallant's crime-fighting force, the League of Batmen, has been helping humanity survive a world ravaged by war and disease — but now it's time for a final confrontation with true evil. Tallant and the League prepare for an all-out assault on the man who killed Tallant's father: the demonic Ra's al Ghul. Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 2) $5.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores May 23. This tabloid-sized book (which features an image on the back cover used for the BATMAN BY ALEX ROSS POSTER) is the second collaboration of the award-winning team of Paul Dini and Alex Ross — showing the Dark Knight and his war on crime, both on the streets of Gotham and in its shining corporate towers. (STAR10280D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ***************************** ***************************** Look for the BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME SIGNATURE SERIES SIGNED PRINT SET BY ALEX ROSS, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ***************************** BIRDS OF PREY #31 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY MICHAEL MCDONNELL AND BUTCH GUICE; COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores May 23. It's star-crossed love and the gentle art of…stalking your friends?!? Jason Bard, detective extraordinaire, is called in to track the movements of Black Canary. But who called him onto the case, and why? And speaking of Canary, who's that tall, dark stranger she seems to have formed a special friendship with? We'll give you a hint: He's old. He's really, really old. Featuring gorgeous guest-pencils by newcomer Michael McDonnell. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CATWOMAN #94 WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART AND COVER BY STAZ JOHNSON AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores May 30. Final issue. It's the end of Catwoman as you knew her, as the series goes out with a bang! Selina may have beaten back the source of the inner demons that have plagued her, but that doesn't mean she's cured. Time is running out, and she's got to get out of Gotham — quickly! Meanwhile, Deathstroke is in town, and he's got more than sight-seeing planned. Note: Be sure to check out the 4-part backup serial starting next month in DETECTIVE COMICS #759, as legendary DC character Slam Bradley begins his search for Catwoman. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 HARLEY QUINN #8 WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART BY PETE WOODS AND MARK LIPKA; COVER BY TERRY DODSON AND RACHEL DODSON In stores May 9. Guest artists Pete Woods (ROBIN) & Mark Lipka illustrate a special issue that delves into Harley's past! Ex-FBI profiler Dr. Cary Chispazo and her cohorts in bounty hunting, Surley and Donner, think they've found the start of the mess that grew up to be Harley Quinn. A field trip to Gotham State University uncovers some rather disturbing and unknown facts about Miss Harleen Quinzell. Plus, a plot against Harley begins! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 NIGHTWING #57 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY RICK LEONARDI, JESSE DELPERDANG AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY GREG LAND AND DREW GERACI In stores May 9. Captured by the minions of Shrike, Nightwing comes face-to-face with the one man who has dedicated his life to exterminating the former Robin. Chained in a warehouse, surrounded by deadly ninjas and staring into the face of his archenemy — how in the world is Nightwing going to get out of this one? This issue is illustrated by the stellar guest art team of Rick Leonardi (Green Lantern/Aliens), Jesse Delperdang (ROBIN) & Mark Farmer (SUPERBOY'S LEGION). FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ROBIN #90 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND SCOTT BEATTY; ART AND COVER BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY In stores May 23. Robin must survive the savage attack of many, many…mini-yeti?!?! OK, so they look goofy — but they're extremely deadly, and Robin's going to need some help. Problem is, he's in the middle of infiltrating an enemy's stronghold — a very powerful, globe-spanning, off-their-rockers enemy stronghold. Meanwhile, the object of Robin's quest, Danny Temple, falls further under the seductive spell of power and evil. Will this be the one mission where Robin won't be bringing anyone home? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN STAR OF THE MONTH ACTION COMICS #252 (MILLENNIUM EDITION) WRITTEN BY OTTO BINDER AND ROBERT BERNSTEIN; ART BY AL PLASTINO AND HOWARD SHERMAN; COVER BY CURT SWAN AND STAN KAYE In stores May 30. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the SUPERMAN AND SUPERGIRL STATUE (solicited in Previews Vol. X no. 12), this classic issue features the very first appearance of the Maiden of Steel — Supergirl! The cover of this issue by Curt Swan & Stan Kaye inspired the design of the SUPERMAN & SUPERGIRL STATUE. (STAR11236D) FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ****************************** SUPERMAN #170 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART BY DALE KEOWN AND CAM SMITH; COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND SMITH In stores May 2. Guest pencils by Dale Keown (Pitt)! Mongul is back to settle the score with Superman and he's not alone. He's brought his lovely sister, Mongal, to share in the kill. But the Man of Steel is not without his own backup, and Krypto's bite is far worse than his bark! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #592 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY MIKE WIERINGO AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR.; COVER BY WIERINGO AND TERRY AUSTIN In stores May 9. New regular penciller Mike Wieringo (Tellos) joins the book! Jimmy Olsen and his pals are out to play the ultimate video game, but Metropolis's advanced technology soon transports Superman's pal into a deadly virtual world, one that Strange Visitor may be helping to empower. In this game, you don't get extra lives. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #114 WRITTEN BY MARK SCHULTZ; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN In stores May 23. It's the return of the Eradicator, and he brings with him prophesies of the end of our world. If Superman can survive the latest encounter with his old ally, he may learn the startling truth behind the Eradicator's madness. Plus, how does the Eradicator fit into what Superman has just learned about his true origins? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ACTION COMICS #779 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY DUNCAN ROULEAU, JAIME MENDOZA AND MARLO ALQUIZA; COVER BY KANO AND ALQUIZA In stores May 30. Superman finally comes face-to-face with the man who's been trying to kill him for over a year — and if Strike Force Superman doesn't come to the rescue, the killer may finally succeed! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ******************************* Look for an appearance by Superman and Lois Lane in WONDER WOMAN #170, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* SUPERBOY #88 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY AND EDDIE BERGANZA; ART AND COVER BY PASCUAL FERRY AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE In stores May 16. Out of respect for his friend's wishes, Superboy took the Guardian's DNA, preventing Project Cadmus from carrying out the U.S. government's orders to clone the fallen super-soldier! Unfortunately, the Kid's gonna have to face the DNAngels, a trio of genetically spliced lethal ladies, as well as pay the serious consequences for his actions...especially since he was a wee bit too late, and he's the guardian of a baby Guardian! Hoo-boy... FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERGIRL #58 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY LEONARD KIRK AND ROBIN RIGGS In stores May 23. Linda Danvers has a serious problem. Her traveling companion, Buzz, has been poisoned and is close to death. As Supergirl, she can only call on one man to save him, none other than Doctor Fate of the JSA! With Fate intervening, perhaps we'll learn just what's kept Buzz...um…buzzing for so long — and how he might be saved! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH SUPERMAN & BATMAN: WORLD'S FUNNEST WRITTEN BY EVAN DORKIN; ART BY FRANK MILLER, ALEX ROSS, DAVE GIBBONS, DAVID MAZZUCCHELLI, PHIL JIMENEZ, BRUCE TIMM, TY TEMPLETON, FRANK CHO, SHELDON MOLDOFF, JIM WOODRING, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND ELSEWORLDS. In stores May 9. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the BAT-MITE STATUE (solicited in Previews Vol. X no. 11), this imp-lausible one- shot is by writer Evan Dorkin and a host of comics' greatest artists — showcasing the impish Bat-Mite and Mr. Mxyzptlk cutting a swath of destruction through DC Universes ranging from CRISIS to KINGDOM COME and from THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS to the "Fourth World." Prestige Format. (STAR12012D) FC, 64 PG $6.95 ******************************* SUPERMAN ADVENTURES #57 WRITTEN BY DAN SCOTT; ART BY CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY MIKE MANLEY AND TERRY AUSTIN In stores May 16. In "Four-Point Perspective," four eyewitnesses recount a battle between Superman and Kalibak of Apokolips, and how their lives have been affected by what they've seen! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 SUPERMAN: WHERE IS THY STING? WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART AND COVER BY LIAM SHARP In stores May 16. Death comes for the one person who has the potential to live forever: Superman! Even Doomsday couldn't kill the Man of Steel — and this version of death is hungry to finally claim him! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 64 PG. $6.95 DC UNIVERSE THE ATOM ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC WRITTEN BY GARDNER FOX; ART BY GIL KANE AND MURPHY ANDERSON; COVER BY KANE In stores May 16. The mighty Atom's first Silver Age adventures are chronicled in his first-ever Archive Edition featuring battles with such foes as Chronos and the Floronic Man! This volume reprints SHOWCASE #34-36 and THE ATOM #1-5. For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $49.95 THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD ANNUAL #1 (1969) WRITTEN BY BOB HANEY, JACK KIRBY AND DAVE KELAR; ART BY GEORGE ROUSSOS, CARMINE INFANTINO, JOE SIMON, STEVE DITKO, CHARLES PARIS, KIRBY, AND ROCKE MASTROSERIO; COVER BY DICK GIORDANO In stores May 30. A "lost" 80-Page giant presents classic team-ups of Martian Manhunter & Green Arrow (THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #50), Batman & the Flash (THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #67), The Boy Commandos, Sandman & Sandy, the Guardian & the Newsboy Legion (DETECTIVE COMICS #76), and Captain Atom & Nightshade (CAPTAIN ATOM #85 — first series). For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 80 PG. $5.95 THE FLASH #174 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores May 30. In "Moving Right Along," the Flash (Wally West) and his lovely bride Linda take a break from all the recent action, watching their favorite hockey team play a game. But the fun is interrupted when the latest addition to the Rogues Gallery debuts! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GREEN ARROW #4 WRITTEN BY KEVIN SMITH; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores May 30. The JLA guest-stars as the "Quiver" storyline continues, reestablishing the Emerald Archer into the DC Universe. Oliver Queen reunites at last with his former JLA teammates, but the League is quite confused, to say the least. Meanwhile, the Star City Slayer continues his murder spree. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GREEN LANTERN #138 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY DARRYL BANKS AND RICH FABER In stores May 2. "Away From Home," Part 1 of 4. Kyle and Jade are sent to an exotic planet as ambassadors of peace. But when a terrorist act plunges an alien civilization into Civil War, will our heroes choose peace or will they choose to fight? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ******************************* Look for the GREEN LANTERN ALAN SCOTT SOFT TOY and the GREEN LANTERN HAL JORDAN RING PROP, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* GREEN LANTERN: DRAGON LORD #2 WRITTEN BY DOUG MOENCH; ART AND COVER BY PAUL GULACY AND JOSEF RUBINSTEIN In stores May 16. In ancient China, Jong Li wields the power of the Green Lantern — the greatest power ever known to man — but refuses to use it, either to help others or to save his own life from the evil General Shan. But when the mysterious and beautiful concubine Jade Moon is threatened with torture and death, can even Jong Li resist taking advantage of the ultimate weapon? Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 3) $4.95 GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD HC WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART AND COVER BY SETH FISHER In stores by May 23. How did a young Hal Jordan master one of the most powerful weapons of the universe as Green Lantern? One of Hal's earliest adventures is finally revealed, as he finds himself alone on a world formed entirely of the imaginations of other Green Lanterns. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. HC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $24.95 HITMAN: WHO DARES WINS TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARRY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA In stores May 16. The latest HITMAN collection, reprinting issues #23-28 of the ultraviolent, ultrafunny series by Garth Ennis (PREACHER), John McCrea (THE MONARCHY) & Garry Leach, finds hitman Tommy Monaghan and his friend Natt targeted by the S.A.S. (Special Air Services) and Don Ferretti (Men's Room Louie). Plus, the story you thought you'd never see: Tommy gets a conscience! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HITMAN: TEN THOUSAND BULLETS TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART AND COVER BY JOHN MCCREA In stores May 16. Reoffered to coincide with release of the HITMAN: WHO DARES WINS TP, this collection reprints issues #4-8 of Ennis' and McCrea's over-the- top, funny and violent series, featuring the complete "Ten Thousand Bullets" storyline. Plus, find out what Tommy was doing during FINAL NIGHT! (STAR07448D) SC, 7X10, 112PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* IMPULSE #74 WRITTEN BY TODD DEZAGO; ART BY CARLO BARBERI AND JUAN VLASCO; COVER BY ETHAN VAN SCIVER AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores May 9. In Part 2 of "The Dark Tomorrow," Impulse has gone to the far future, where he's not the only super-speedster! The President has created an army of henchmen with accelerated metabolisms, giving them Impulse's speed! Plus, we meet Impulse as an adult! Just what is he like? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH IMPULSE: RECKLESS YOUTH TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY HUMBERTO RAMOS, CARLOS PACHECO, MIKE WIERINGO, WAYNE FAUCHER, JOSE MARZAN, JR.; COVER BY RAMOS AND FAUCHER In stores May 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of Humberto Ramos' new CLIFFHANGER series OUT THERE, this trade features Ramos' early work that catapulted him into superstardom! Reprinting Impulse's first appearances in FLASH #92-94, as well as IMPULSE #1-6, RECKLESS YOUTH also features the talents of writer Mark Waid (JLA) and artists Carlos Pacheco (Fantastic Four) and Mike Wieringo (Tellos). (STAR06256D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* JLA #54 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY BRYAN HITCH AND PAUL NEARY In stores May 30. "Man and Superman" concludes as Leaguers fall against an unstoppable weapon, leaving the earth's fate in the hands of the World's Greatest Secret Identities. With six Leaguers fissioned off from their alter egos and their personalities split to dangerous extremes, it might be the end of the JLA (and the world) as we know it!! Don't miss the conclusion of the storyline brewing since last year's "Tower of Babel!" FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ******************************* Look for appearances by the JLA in GREEN ARROW #4 and ORION #14, both offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* JLA: BLACK BAPTISM #3 WRITTEN BY SEAN SMITH AND RUBEN DIAZ; ART BY JESÚS SAIZ AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores May 9. The Black Baptism is upon us! The JLA desperately searches for a way to save Zatanna, Deadman and the Sentinels of Magic as even more heroes fall to the demon mobsters, the Diablos. Meanwhile, the soulless mage Faust has disappeared as the clues to the one behind the sadistic sorcery point straight at him. Has Faust's battle against his evil nature been a ruse? Plus, the terrible fate of Blue Devil! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 4) $2.50 JLA: INCARNATIONS #1 WRITTEN BY JOHN OSTRANDER; ART AND COVER BY VAL SEMEIKS AND PRENTIS ROLLINS In stores May 2. The generations-spanning miniseries begins! Set in the earliest days of the original JLA, the new team tries to pull itself out from under the shadow of the venerated Justice Society of America. Unfortunately, this proves to be impossible when the world suffers an attack from the mysterious sorcerer known as Wotan! For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 7) $3.50 JSA #24 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI AND MICHAEL BAIR; PAINTED COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores May 23. "The Return of Hawkman" Part 2 of 3! The new Hawkman and Hawkgirl meet for the first time, only their relationship is not what anyone on the JSA expected — especially Hawkman himself! Meanwhile, the Sineater enlists the aid of Crypt and Phade to help him annihilate the Justice Society's presence on Thanagar. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ******************************* Look for an appearance of JSA member Dr. Fate in SUPERGIRL #58, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* LEGION WORLDS #2 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY ENRIQUE BRECCIA; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores May 16. The universe-spanning miniseries continues! Ayla Ranzz, the former Legionnaire known as Spark, returns to her home world Winath. Because the planet is populated by twins, Ayla's "solo" status — ever since her twin brother became one of the Legion Lost — makes her something of an outcast. Even worse, Winath's crops are being destroyed by freak electrical storms and twisters, and the person responsible for the damage may tie in with the return of another one of Ayla's family members! Plus, eight pages of backup material. FC, 48 PG. (2 OF 6) $3.95 STAR OF THE MONTH LOBO'S GREATEST HITS TP WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY SIMON BISLEY In stores May 23. In celebration of the release of the LOBO SOFT TOY (solicited in Previews Vol. X, No. 11), DC reoffers this unique trade paperback — collecting a haphazard selection of some of the best of the Main Man's appearances throughout the DCU, plus material created specifically for this collection and interactive stories that allow you to choose Lobo's adventures! (STAR00279D) SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $12.95 ******************************* MARTIAN MANHUNTER #32 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY TOM MANDRAKE; COVER BY MANDRAKE In stores May 2. Deep under the Colorado Rockies J'onn J'onzz discovers an ancient enemy of his people — the only natural predator of the Martian race, the B'ool Sporath, the Bloodworms of Mars! Now he must do what no Martian has ever done, defeat these relentless killers...alone! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ORION #14 WRITTEN BY WALTER SIMONSON; ART BY JOHN BYRNE, SIMONSON AND TERRY AUSTIN; COVER BY SIMONSON In stores May 16. Concluding the 2-part story guest-illustrated by John Byrne & Terry Austin, guest-starring the JLA and Captain Marvel! Orion travels to Earth while the New Gods are hot on his heels…to see Orion dead! Meanwhile, the armed troops of New Genesis thunder through the Himalayas to confront the most powerful man in the universe — the man with the anti-life equation! Plus, a backup written and illustrated by Simonson! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE OVERSIZED SC WRITTEN BY PAUL DINI; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores May 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the SHAZAM! BY ALEX ROSS POSTER (solicited in last month's Previews), this is the third entry in the acclaimed series of tabloid one-shots by the award-winning team of Paul Dini and Alex Ross, starring Captain Marvel as he makes wishes come true for the children of a local hospital. (STAR12211D) SC, 10X13, 64PG, FC $9.95 ******************************* THE SPECTRE #5 WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART BY CRAIG HAMILTON AND JIM ROYAL; COVER BY RYAN SOOK In stores May 2. Of all the damaged and villainous souls in the DC Universe, the one most divided and torn apart by the never-ending war between good and evil is Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face. What happens when the new spirit of redemption, Hal Jordan, comes face-to-face-to-face with this most twisted and insane of Batman's foes? Can the Spectre find the goodness within him? Or will Dent's dementia and dark obsessions drive the new Spectre mad? Featuring guest art by Craig Hamilton (STARMAN) and Jim Royal. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STARMAN #79 WRITTEN BY JAMES ROBINSON; ART BY PETER SNEJBJERG; PAINTED COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores May 9. The conclusion to the 3-part "1951." The Mist's true plans for Opal's stolen science are revealed. Jack, Hourman and the Starman of 1951 know that danger and madness lie ahead if they are to defeat the villain. But is there more to uncover? And with no one left to do so, is the mentally broken Ted Knight up to the job? Old secrets are uncovered and old heroes return to glory in the thrilling penultimate chapter of STARMAN. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 SUPER FRIENDS! TP WRITTEN BY E. NELSON BRIDWELL, ALEX TOTH AND KURT SCHAFFENBERGER; ART BY RAMONA FRADON, ALEX TOTH, RIC ESTRADA, BOB SMITH, JOE ORLANDO, VINCE COLLETTA; COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores May 9. Superman! Batman! Wonder Woman! Aquaman! The Wonder Twins! Wendy! Marvin! Wonder Dog! They are the Super Friends, and the comic-book version of the classic cartoon show is spotlighted in this trade paperback — featuring a new painted cover by Alex Ross, reprinting SUPER FRIENDS #1, 6-9, 14, 21, 27, and LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION #C-41. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 THE TITANS #29 WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER; ART BY PAUL PELLETIER AND BUD LAROSA; COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS, III AND MICK GRAY In stores May 23. Have you ever had a house guest that just wouldn't leave? The titans have five of 'em — a group of clever young orphans who've decided the Titans are destined to save them — from what, they won't say! And if a Titans Tower full of young troublemakers weren't enough, just wait and see what happens when an argument breaks out among them! Meanwhile, a character from Tempest's undersea past resurfaces. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 WONDER WOMAN #170 WRITTEN BY PHIL JIMENEZ AND JOE KELLY; ART BY JIMENEZ AND ANDY LANNING; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores May 30. ACTION COMICS writer Joe Kelly co-writes a "day in the life" tale of the amazing Amazon as documented by the intrepid Lois Lane. Lane joins Diana on a trip to the United Nations, to the White House for official business with President Luthor, on a visit with Steve Trevor and Etta Candy, as a guest on a talk show, and more. Before the day is over, Lois finally confronts Diana on her relationship with Superman. But it's not the Man of Steel who seems to have captured Diana's heart… FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WONDER WOMAN: THE GODS OF GOTHAM COLLECTION WRITTEN BY PHIL JIMENEZ AND J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART BY JIMENEZ AND ANDY LANNING; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores May 16. An affordable introduction to superstar writer/artist Phil Jimenez's first amazing story arc from WONDER WOMAN! Reprinting issues #164-167 with no interior ads, GODS OF GOTHAM features Wonder Woman, Troia, Wonder Girl, and Artemis facing possessed versions of the Joker, Poison Ivy and the Scarecrow — guest-starring Batman, Nightwing, Robin and the Huntress! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 96 PG. $5.95 YOUNG JUSTICE #33 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY TODD NAUCK AND LARY STUCKER In stores May 2. Wonder Girl and Empress join the former Arrowette on the set of the hit TV show "Wendy the Werewolf Hunter." But things get hairy when they find themselves facing real werewolves. Uh-oh — what some folks will do for ratings! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE STAR OF THE MONTH STAR TREK®: THE ASHES OF EDEN SC WRITTEN BY WILLIAM SHATNER AND JUDITH AND GARFIELD REEVES-STEVENS; ART BY STEVE ERWIN AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY NICHOLAS JAINSCHIGG In stores May 9. This long-unavailable graphic novel is back in stock, co-written by TV's first Star Trek captain William Shatner. Capt. James T. Kirk finds himself without a ship, a home or a mission — until he becomes entangled in a web of intrigue that reaches from the halls of Starfleet to the home world of the Klingon High Council. Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR01074D) SC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $14.95 ****************************** CARTOON CARTOONS #5 WRITTEN BY CHRIS NIERATKO, SHOLLY FISCH AND SCOTT CUNNINGHAM; ART BY MIKE KAZALEH, MIKE WETTERHAHN, TIM CHI LY, DAN DAY, AND TIM HARKINS; COVER BY HARKINS In stores May 23. Cow and Chicken get mixed up with organized crime in "The Delivery Boy;" Courage the Cowardly Dog gets trapped in his owner's deadly dreams in "Scream a Little Dream;" and Baboon and Weasel become ocean castaways in "Water on the Brain!" FC, 32 PG. $1.99 DEXTER'S LABORATORY #23 WRITTEN BY BOBBI JG WEISS AND JAMES DENNING; ART BY JOHN DELANEY, MATT JENKINS AND JEFF ALBRECHT; COVER BY CHRIS SAVINO AND BILL WRAY In stores May 30. Uh-oh! Dexter has Dee-Dee Vision! Could he be stuck with his stupid sister's eyesight forever? Plus, summer vacation has left the school science lab all scummy, and Dexter's determined to tidy it up — even if his clock gets cleaned in the process! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 LOONEY TUNES #78 WRITTEN BY DAVID CODY WEISS, FRANK STROM, MIKE DECARLO, AND TERRY COLLINS; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ, HOWARD SIMPSON, JOHN COSTANZA, AND DECARLO; COVER BY ALVAREZ AND DECARLO In stores May 2. Beginning this issue, a classic Looney rivalry hits prime time as Elmer hosts a TV fix-it show and Bugs throws a monkey wrench into the mix! Plus, Daffy and Porky become superspies, and Sylvester is forced to guard Tweety with his life! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #15 WRITTEN BY ABBY DENSON AND TRINA ROBBINS; ART BY RICARDO GARCIA FUENTES, BILL ALGER AND MIKE DECARLO; COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores May 16. Surf's up! The only thing that'll get Buttercup into the water at Townsville Beach is a bunch of increasingly deadly dares by arch-rival Princess! Plus, Bubbles becomes a famous artist, but Mojo Jojo's out to color her blue! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 SCOOBY-DOO #48 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND TERRANCE GRIEP JR.; ART BY JOE STATON, ANTHONY WILLIAMS, DAN DAVIS, AND DAVE HUNT; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores May 9. Mystery Inc. digs a reenactment of an 11th-century Viking battle, but those ghost Vikings roaring through the British countryside aren't part of the show! Also, the gang's personalities get all mixed up by a mad scientist. Can they escape a moat monster while trapped in one another's minds? FC, 32 PG. $1.99 WILDSTORM BAY CITY JIVE #1 WRITTEN BY JOHN LAYMAN; ART AND COVER BY JASON JOHNSON AND SEAN PARSONS In stores May 2. Sugah Rollins must deal with karate-master assassins, Chinese demon-lords, outlaw bikers, vigilante cops, hippie occultists, genius gadgeteers, and a curvaceous but deadly cat burglar! Did we mention the year's 1976? For more information, see the feature article. This issue will ship with a variant cover. All orders will be comprised of covers by J. Scott Campbell (25%) and Jason Johnson & Sean Parsons (75%). FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 3) $2.95 GEN13 #65 WRITTEN BY ADAM WARREN; ART BY KAARE ANDREWS AND JASON MARTIN; COVER BY WARREN In stores May 16. The action-packed conclusion to the 2-part "Superhuman Like You." At a hotel party gone horribly wrong, Gen13 finds itself in superhuman battle with other enraged members of the "young, hot and gen-active" community. Heavy-duty property damage abounds, amazing and uncanny powers are unleashed, already skimpy clothes get torn, bystanders' mouths are left agape, and…you'll have to buy the issue to find out more. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JENNY SPARKS: THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY TP WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART AND COVER BY JOHN MCCREA AND JAMES HODGKINS In stores May 9. Last year's hit miniseries follows former Authority leader Jenny Sparks at pivotal points in her history detailing her first meetings with the new team's members — which, not so coincidentally, correspond to pivotal points in 20th-century history. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 120PG, FC $14.95 JEZEBELLE #5 WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB; ART AND COVER BY STEVE ELLIS AND LUKE RIZZO In stores May 23. "Séance and Sensibility," Part 2. For centuries, Harper Harrison's family has fought the many faces of evil. But never before had her ancestors encountered a menace as bizarre as the extradimensional terror known as the Cretin! There's only one thing in the universe that can satisfy this mechanized monster's lust for conquest: magic. In order to achieve his twisted goals of revolution on his homeworld, he must have the power of the Soulstone. And the only way he's gonna get it is over Jezebelle's dead body! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.50 THE MONARCHY #4 WRITTEN BY DOSELLE YOUNG; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARRY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA In stores May 16. In Part 2 of "Vox Populi," Addie Vochs comes face to face with misplaced destiny, but a century squandered is an awfully long time, and Addie may have come into her new life too late. Meanwhile, Jackson King takes a trip into the head of his comatose ex-boss, Shinya Hoshino, and sows the seeds for the future of the Monarchy. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 MONSTER WORLD #1 WRITTEN BY SCOTT LOBDELL; ART AND COVER BY CARLOS MEGLIA In stores May 9. Four tots are sent into space to hibernate, grow and learn before they reach their destination — but their journey is cut short and they're awakened at only seven years old! Now they must face a world of monsters all on their own. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 4) $2.95 OUT THERE #1 WRITTEN BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores May 23. A brand-new CLIFFHANGER adventure from Humberto Ramos begins! A small town has been taken over by demons, and the townsfolk are trading their services for a better life! But four youths rebel against the underworld underlings, using their newly received mystical powers to try to save the day! For more information, see the feature article. This issue will ship with a variant cover. All orders will be comprised of covers by Carlos Meglia (25%) and Humberto Ramos & Sandra Hope (75%). Look for a signed version as well as a "head sketch" version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ******************************* Look for the trio of PLANETARY ACTION FIGURES, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* STAR TREK®: DIVIDED WE FALL #1 WRITTEN BY JOHN ORDOVER AND DAVID MACK; ART AND COVER BY ANDREW CURRIE AND RICHARD BENNETT In stores May 9. The crews of The Next Generation® and Deep Space Nine® must stop a Trill Civil War from causing any more harm and destruction! This exciting crossover features the comic-book debut of brand-new members of the Deep Space Nine crew introduced in Pocket Books' new line of Star Trek novels. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 4) $2.95 WILDCATS VOLUME 2 #23 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART AND COVER BY SEAN PHILLIPS In stores May 2. Grifter, tracking a group of Coda to New York, has a sexy, and unexpected, close encounter of the bone-breaking kind with an old flame. Meanwhile, can Spartan save Void after she is trapped in otherspace? And what about Agent Wax? This issue will ship with a variant cover. All orders will be comprised of covers by Whilce Portacio (25%) and Sean Phillips (75%). FC, 32 PG. $2.50 AMERICA'S BEST COMICS TOM STRONG #14 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY CHRIS SPROUSE, HILARY BARTA AND AL GORDON; COVER BY TOM MCWEENEY In stores May 30. This issue begins with "Space Family Strong," illustrated by acclaimed artist Hilary Barta, where Tom Strong and company find themselves at the far end of the universe discovering the hazards of space travel. Then fasten your seat belts for another rocket ride when artists Chris Sprouse & Al Gordon explore a different side of the cosmos in which we take a candid glimpse at…Tom and Dhalua's honeymoon! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 TOMORROW STORIES #11 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY HILARY BARTA, RICK VEITCH, JOYCE CHIN, ARTHUR ADAMS, AND JIM BAIKIE; COVER BY BARTA In stores May 23. Guest artists Joyce Chin & Arthur Adams contribute a shocking — yes, shocking — rendition of Cobweb! Meanwhile, Hilary Barta delves into the elastic realm of Splash Brannigan, Rick Veitch feels his way through the dark world of Greyshirt, and Jim Baikie, well…you'll just have to wait and see what he has in store for the funky First American! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 HOMAGE COMICS DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE #1 WRITTEN BY JEFF MARIOTTE; ART AND COVER BY JOHN SEVERIN In stores May 2. The critically-acclaimed horror/Western series, created by Jeff Mariotte and John Cassaday, returns with an all-new miniseries featuring the return of legendary comic-book Western artist John Severin! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH DESPERADOES: A MOMENT'S SUNLIGHT TP WRITTEN BY JEFF MARIOTTE; ART AND COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores May 2. Reoffered to coincide with the release of DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE, this trade paperback collects the first miniseries by Jeff Mariotte (COUNTDOWN) and John Cassaday (PLANETARY) that mixed classic Western adventure with supernatural horror. (STAR09165D) SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $16.95 ******************************* KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: TARNISHED ANGEL TP WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores May 30. The longest ASTRO CITY storyline ever is collected, reprinting issues #14-20 of the popular series. A recently paroled Steeljack finds that life outside of prison may be even harder than his life as a prisoner. This volume features a painted cover by Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME), sketchbook pages by Ross and series artist Brent Anderson, and an introduction by Frank Miller (BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS). For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: FAMILY ALBUM TP WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores May 30. Reoffered to coincide with the release of KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: TARNISHED ANGEL SC, this trade paperback reprints issues #1-3 and #10-13 of the popular series. Relive the wonder and terror experienced by a new family in town, of a world-famous super-hero's first day at school, and a crimefighter and his wife facing momentous decisions about the future. (STAR09174D) SC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* VERTIGO 100 BULLETS #24 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores May 2. "Red Prince Blues," Part 2 of 2. As the families of The Trust hold their summit, Agent Graves carefully prepares to make a move against one of the members. Unbeknownst to him, there's another man with his own grudge against a member of the mysterious shadow organization. He may not have the resources at his disposal that Graves does, but he certainly has the nerve. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ANIMAL MAN TP — NEW PRINTING WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHAS TRUOG, TOM GRUMMETT AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores May 2. The much-demanded collection from writer Grant Morrison is back in print, in a new edition from VERTIGO! Morrison is all set to breathe new life into the X-Men, and has already helped revitalize the JLA, making it DC's #1 title. But before all that, Morrison produced a ground-breaking run on ANIMAL MAN that's since become a cult fan-favorite. Buddy Baker is more than just a second-rate super-hero. He's also a devoted husband, a loving father of two and a fierce animal activist. But just as he's attempting to jump-start his super-hero career again, his life takes some unexpected and bizarre turns. Reprinting the first nine issues of one of the most original, innovative, and thought-provoking super-hero comics of the last dozen years, the ANIMAL MAN TP showcases some of Morrison's early genius in storytelling — including the infamous "Coyote Gospel" story and featuring appearances by Superman and Martian Manhunter. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 240PG, FC $19.95 AMERICAN CENTURY #3 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY MARC LAMING AND JOHN STOKES; PAINTED COVER BY CHAYKIN In stores May 16. The Guatemalan Revolution's in full swing as rebels invade the capital city and bodies start piling up. But when one of the bodies turns out to one of Harry Kraft's close friends, it's time for Harry to get out the big guns and start a little revolution of his own. It's two-gun, two-fisted action south of the border where the key to ultimate victory rests on a blood-red pair of stiletto heels. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CODENAME: KNOCKOUT #1 WRITTEN BY ROBERT RODI; ART BY LOUIS SMALL, JR. AND MARK FARMER; PAINTED COVER BY JOE CHIODO In stores May 30. VERTIGO's sexy, action-packed new monthly continues, featuring a variant cover by Frank Cho (Liberty Meadows)! Part 1 of the 3-part "The Devil You Say." After last month's tantalizing #0 issue, VERTIGO's very own "bad girl" returns for more sexy, subversive, super-spy satire! Angela St. Grace faces a horde of unusual ninjas who hold the key to an astonishing secret about her origins. Also, discover what happened to the original Girl Who Made G.O.O.D. — and meet a villain whose appearance will alter Angela's life forever. All this, plus the irrepressible Go-Go Fiasco! This issue will ship with a variant cover. All orders will be comprised of covers by Joe Chiodo (50%) and Frank Cho (50%). MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE CRUSADES #3 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART BY KELLEY JONES, JASON MOORE AND MARK BUCKINGHAM; PAINTED COVER BY KENT WILLIAMS In stores May 2. As the mysterious Knight's brutal rampage continues in contemporary San Francisco, everyone plays detective. Venus bribes a homeless man for his account of the violence and, unfortunately, gains a new boyfriend in the process. Television might kill the ever-obnoxious radio star as Anton Marx meets his match in a beautiful but ruthless reporter. And the Pope makes Father Trinidad an offer he can't refuse — unless the Father wants to see God immediately. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH HAPPYDALE: DEVILS IN THE DESERT WRITTEN BY ANDREW DABB; ART AND COVERS BY SETH FISHER In stores May 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD hardcover, this offbeat 2-issue miniseries showcased the intricately detailed artwork of WILLWORLD artist Seth Fisher. 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 of Happydale. But oh, what a mistake they've made! Something's just not quite right about this town… MATURE READERS #1 (STAR09606D)—FC, 64 PG. $6.95 #2 (STAR09795D)—FC, 64 PG. $6.95 ******************************* HELLBLAZER #162 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores May 30. Guest artist Guy Davis (SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE) illustrates "Lapdogs and Englishmen." As John Constantine continues his journey across America, he reminisces about his days in the London punk scene as a member of Mucous Membrane. Drunk and on the dole, he and his mate Chas meet an American tourist who may have a mean streak to rival even John's. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LUCIFER #14 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS AND RYAN KELLY; PAINTED COVER BY DUNCAN FEGREDO In stores May 16. The second year of LUCIFER fires up with "Triptych" — a series of three interlinked but freestanding stories. Lucifer has taken the irrevocable step from leader of the opposition to practicing deity and he's got something definite to prove: that he can do it better. Meanwhile, Mazikeen faces trial by ordeal and the ultimate in sibling rivalry as she strives to remake her new face in its lost image. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LUCIFER: DEVIL IN THE GATEWAY TP WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY SCOTT HAMPTON, CHRIS WESTON AND JAMES HODGKINS; PAINTED COVER BY DUNCAN FEGREDO In stores May 2. The Prince of Darkness is spotlighted in this collection containing THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: LUCIFER 3-issue miniseries, as well as the first four issues of the LUCIFER ongoing series. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $14.95 OUTLAW NATION #9 WRITTEN BY JAMIE DELANO; ART BY GORAN PARLOV AND GORAN SUDZUKA; PAINTED COVER BY GLENN FABRY In stores May 16. Story and his growing band — fugitives from federal justice — hide out in "Hell Holes." But once Sheriff John Law learns that Kid Gloves is family and Big Buck is still alive, it's Johnson-justice that Story needs sanctuary from. Meanwhile, trying to do right by his militant cousins and rescue his Mom and Rosa, Sonny walks straight into Kid Gloves' trap. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: EVERYTHING YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT DREAMS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY DUNCAN FEGREDO, KEVIN NOWLAN, JASON LITTLE, MARK BUCKINGHAM, ALBERT MONTEYS, AND NICO HENRICHON; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores May 23. The first of the monthly THE SANDMAN PRESENTS Specials and miniseries begins. Have you ever wondered if Dreams have dreams of their own? Or what causes nightmares? Or why you should never wake a sleepwalker? These satirical short stories reveal it all. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $3.95 ****************************** Look for the MERV PUMPKINHEAD SOFT TOY, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ****************************** STAR OF THE MONTH THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: MERV PUMPKINHEAD — AGENT OF DREAM WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND JOHN STOKES; PAINTED COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN In stores May 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT DREAMS… one- shot, this Prestige one-shot, also comically written by Bill Willingham, features everyone's favorite pumpkinhead as a daring Super-spy Agent of Dream — or is that all just in his big gourd of a head? (STAR11938D) MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $5.95 ****************************** SWAMP THING #15 WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY GIUSEPPE CAMUNCOLI AND MARC HEMPEL; PAINTED COVER BY DAVID MACK In stores May 9. Part 5 of the 7-part "Red Harvest." How did a human Samurai become a lethal assassin working for the Green? We finally learn the origin of Kudzu, the vine-covered warrior whose been tracking Tefé since issue #6. Also, the strange connection between the DDI director and Tefé's past is revealed. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS, MICHAEL AVON OEMING, CHRIS WESTON, JILL THOMPSON, STEVE LIEBER, CARLA SPEED MCNEIL, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY DARICK ROBERTSON In stores May 9. More of Spider Jerusalem's columns from his residency in the City newspaper The Word are featured, running from where the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: I HATE IT HERE one-shot left off and concluding with Spider's ultimate departure from the paper, accompanied by artwork from an array of the finest luminaries from both mainstream and indie comics. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $5.95 WEIRD WESTERN TALES #4 WRITTEN BY JEN VAN METER, BRUCE JONES AND PETER MILLIGAN; ART BY DAVE TAYLOR, CULLY HAMNER AND DUNCAN FEGREDO; COVER BY JORDI BERNET In stores May 9. The weirdness rides into the sunset with three new stories. Jen Van Meter (Blair Witch Chronicles) writes and Dave Taylor (SUPERMAN & BATMAN: WORLD'S FINEST) illustrates "Bury Me Not on the Lone Prairie," a hilarious story of three ne'er-do-well cowboys on an ill-fated cattle drive. In "Savaged," written by Bruce Jones (FLINCH) with art by Cully Hamner (THE AUTHORITY ANNUAL 2000), a western traveler learns what dark depths the human soul is capable of reaching. And in "What a Man's Gotta Do," writer Peter Milligan (HUMAN TARGET) and artist Duncan Fegredo (Jay & Silent Bob) tell the darkly comic story of a (sub)urban cowboy's mid-life crisis. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4) $2.50 PARADOX PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH THE BIG BOOK OF LITTLE CRIMINALS WRITTEN BY GEORGE HAGENAUER, CARL SIFAKIS, TOM PEYER, JOEL ROSE, LOU STATHIS, AND JUDY MAGUIRE; ART BY VARIOUS; COVER BY TOM TAGGART In stores May 30. Reoffered to coincide with the release of THE BIG BOOK OF WILD WOMEN, this BIG BOOK collection offers over 60 tales of real-life convicts, killers, connivers, and con men that have taken their place in criminal history. MATURE READERS SC, 8X11, 192PG, B&W $14.95 ****************************** MAD MAD MAGAZINE #406 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores May 2. Every month MAD delivers its usual load of bad jokes, tasteless humor and crass visuals. And yet you keep coming back for more, don't you? Face it, you're an addict. The first step is admitting you have a problem. The second step involves saying: "Eh? So's what! You'ze gotta problem wit dat?" The third step involves feeding that addiction before it overcomes you. So order this issue already! MAGAZINE, 48PG, PC $2.99 MAD XL #9 WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores May 9. Artist of the month Al Jaffee is featured with classic articles and a new interview with never-seen photos. Plus, Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL and other outrageous stuff! MAGAZINE, 96PG, B&W $4.99 DC DIRECT BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME SIGNATURE SERIES SIGNED PRINT SET BY ALEX ROSS PAINTED ART BY ALEX ROSS Advance-solicited. In stores June 20. DC DIRECT introduces its "Signature Series" print sets with the BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME SIGNATURE SERIES SIGNED PRINT SET BY ALEX ROSS. This limited-edition print set, framed and printed on mylar, features Alex Ross' stunning portrayal of Batman watching over Gotham City from the oversized painted graphic novel BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME, with Alex Ross supplying new background art for the piece. The print is 10" by 16" (mounted on a 16" by 20" mat) and displays an authentic artist's signature — packaged with a DC Comics Certificate of Authenticity. Retailers, please note: The BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME SIGNATURE SERIES SIGNED PRINT SET BY ALEX ROSS is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. PRINT SET, FC $99.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SPIDER JERUSALEM GLASSES PROP In stores May 9. Reoffered to coincide with the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY one-shot, the distinctively psychedelic glasses worn by TRANSMET outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem are recreated in this unique DC DIRECT prop. The gold frame glasses feature one rectangular green lens and one circular red lens. These UV-coated glasses are for display only and are not intended to be worn. Each prop comes in a 2 1/2" h x 6 1/2" w x 3" d metal case. Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR10920X) FC, PROP $49.95 ******************************* BAT-SIGNAL PROP REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULB PACK In stores May 2. Packaged in a set of five, these extra light bulbs are perfect for replacing bulbs that may have burned out over time in the BAT-SIGNAL PROP from DC DIRECT. These 2.4V 0.7A watt bulbs may also be used as replacements in other upcoming products from DC DIRECT (which will specify as using this specific type of bulb). BULB SET (X5) $3.99 GREEN LANTERN BATTERY PROP REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULB PACK In stores May 2. Packaged in a set of five, these extra light bulbs are perfect for replacing bulbs that may have burned out over time in the GREEN LANTERN BATTERY PROP from DC DIRECT. These 4.5V x 200mA watt bulbs may also be used as replacements in other upcoming products from DC DIRECT (which will specify as using this specific type of bulb). BULB SET (X5) $3.99 GREEN LANTERN ALAN SCOTT SOFT TOY Advance-solicited; in stores September 12. Engineer Alan Scott discovered the magical battery of power that led him to become the Golden Age Green Lantern! Now, Earth's original Green Lantern becomes DC DIRECT's first Green Lantern soft toy, a cuddly recreation of one of DC's first and most enduring heroes! The GREEN LANTERN ALAN SCOTT SOFT TOY stands approximately 7.5" high and features embroidered facial features and chest emblem. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Retailers, please note: The GREEN LANTERN ALAN SCOTT SOFT TOY is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. SOFT TOY $14.95 GREEN LANTERN HAL JORDAN POWER RING PROP SCULPTED BY SAM GREENWELL Advance-solicited; in stores September 12. "In brightest day, in blackest night...!" The legendary Hal Jordan, greatest hero of the intergalactic Green Lantern Corps, becomes the second in this new series of Green Lantern power ring props! Hal Jordan's ring is faithfully recreated in green-coated metal, set in a base against a fully sculpted, cold-cast porcelain bust of the hero himself (standing approximately 5" tall and 3.5" wide). The ring is removable from the base but is not intended to be worn. Inscribed around the base is the legend "The Earth's Greatest Green Lantern — Hal Jordan." Comes with a DC Comics Certificate of Authenticity. Packaged in a 4-color box. Retailers, please note: The GREEN LANTERN HAL JORDAN POWER RING PROP is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. PROP $89.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GREEN LANTERN PVC SET #1 In stores May 2. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the GREEN LANTERN PVC SET #2, this first set includes seven figures ranging from 3" to 4.5" tall. Alan Scott, Hal Jordan, Kyle Rayner, Guy Gardner, John Stewart, and Sinestro all are featured here in their original Green Lantern uniforms — plus, a Guardian of the Universe is included! Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR10869X1) PVC SET (X7) $39.95 ******************************* KINGDOM COME FULL-COLOR SHAZAM! STATUE SCULPTED AND DESIGNED BY ALEX ROSS Advance-solicited; in stores August 29. Based on the spectacular original KINGDOM COME SHAZAM! STATUE designed and sculpted by KINGDOM COME artist Alex Ross, this statue is now available in a new, full-color version! The KINGDOM COME FULL-COLOR SHAZAM! STATUE is a powerful portrayal of the World's Mightiest Mortal as he appeared in the epic and groundbreaking comic-book series. The statue is cold-cast porcelain, standing approximately 9" tall (smaller than the previously-offered monochrome version) on a base with a brass nameplate and comes with a DC Comics Certificate of Authenticity. Packaged in a 4-color box. Retailers, please note: The KINGDOM COME FULL-COLOR SHAZAM! STATUE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. STATUE $149.95 MERV PUMPKINHEAD SOFT TOY Advance-solicited; in stores September 12. Wake up! From the Dreaming, the realm of the Sandman, comes Merv Pumpkinhead, now as a cuddly soft toy! For centuries, Merv Pumpkinhead has served as the caretaker of the Sandman's castle. Sweeping the floors, washing the windows, polishing the silver...Merv Pumpkinhead doesn't live the soft life. But he is a soft toy. The MERV PUMPKINHEAD SOFT TOY stands approximately 7.375" high and features embroidered facial features. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Retailers, please note: The MERV PUMPKINHEAD SOFT TOY is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May- released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. SOFT TOY $14.95 PLANETARY: THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores September 19. PLANETARY — mystery archaeologists tracking down evidence of a vast array of superhuman activity that the rest of the world never knew existed! Now they're a trio of action figures from DC DIRECT! The Drummer is a man on the losing side of the fight for sanity who can communicate with machines by tapping in the air with his drumsticks. But who else can Planetary call upon to communicate with the bizarre alien technology they too often confront? THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the PLANETARY logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers, please note: The PLANETARY: THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance- solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. FIGURE PI PLANETARY: ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores September 19. For a guy who's 100 years old, Elijah Snow, mystery man of PLANETARY, makes a great action figure! Since joining Planetary, Elijah Snow has traveled the world, uncovering its secret history and mysteries one by one — using his ability to generate freezing temperatures to help him in uncovering mysteries. Elijah Snow stands approximately 6.25" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the PLANETARY logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers, please note: The PLANETARY: ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. ACTION FIGURE PI PLANETARY: JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores September 19. Rounding out the trio of PLANETARY action figures is the one woman who's bad side you don't want to be on! Jakita Wagner is a super-powered dynamo — strong enough to punch out trucks, invulnerable enough to take incredible punishment... and trying desperately to keep from dying of boredom even as her work with Planetary takes her places no human has ever seen! Jakita Wagner stands approximately 6.25" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the Planetary logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers, please note: The PLANETARY: JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. ACTION FIGURE PI PLASTIC MAN PEWTER FIGURE Advance-solicited; in stores August 22. We may be stretching the point when we present the PLASTIC MAN PEWTER FIGURE, the seventh pewter figure to be showcased in DC DIRECT's line of pewter figures modeled on the heroes of the JLA! Measuring 3.625" tall, the pliable hero stands atop a circular base emblazoned with the JLA logo. Retailers, please note: The PLASTIC MAN PEWTER FIGURE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. PEWTER FIGURE $24.95 THE SANDMAN SANDGLOBE SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER Advance-solicited; in stores September 5. A memorable moment of history from THE SANDMAN becomes the latest snowglobe from DC DIRECT. In THE SANDMAN #1, Morpheus, the Sandman of the Endless, was shown to be imprisoned for years in a glass cage by Roderick Burgess. Burgess, who had intended to capture Morpheus' sister Death in order to never grow old, imprisoned the master of Dreams instead. Now this sorrowful moment in the Sandman's existence has been faithfully recreated in THE SANDMAN SANDGLOBE, standing approximately 5.75" tall, and packaged with a DC Comics Certificate of Authenticity in a 4-color box. Retailers, please note: THE SANDMAN SANDGLOBE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. SNOWGLOBE $79.95 TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER JERUSALEM ACTION FIGURE — VARIANT VERSION In stores May 9. Offered separately for the first time, DC DIRECT offers the variant version of the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER JERUSALEM ACTION FIGURE — just in time for the release of the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: FILTH OF THE CITY one-shot. This intricately-detailed action figure of everyone's favorite outlaw journalist shows every single one of Spider's tattoos, and features eight points of articulation. This version also comes packaged with Spider's two-headed cat and a Bowel-Disrupter Gun™! Pretend you're giving all your other action figures a messy time! Oh, and one of Spider's hands is making, um, a certain gesture. Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. ACTION FIGURE PI STAR OF THE MONTH TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER JERUSALEM ACTION FIGURE In stores May 9. The standard version of the TRANSMETROPOLITAN: SPIDER JERUSALEM ACTION FIGURE is still available and has all the features of the variant version, but comes with a laptop computer instead of a gun, and a normal, non-gesturing hand. Note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. ACTION FIGURE PI ******************************* POISON IVY MEDIUM STATUE SCULPTED BY BARSOM; BASED ON DESIGNS BY BRUCE TIMM Pre-solicited; in stores September 26. Based on designs by Bruce Timm from Batman: The Animated Series comes the POISON IVY MEDIUM STATUE. Batman's femme fatale and criminal protector of the world of vegetation poses invitingly on a base of winding ivy and strewn roses. The POISON IVY MEDIUM STATUE is a companion to DC DIRECT's other animated-style statues based on Harley Quinn and Batgirl — but they are not designed to fit together. The statue is hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain, stands approximately 5" tall x 9" wide x 3 7/8" deep and comes with a DC Comics Certificate of Authenticity. Packaged in a 4- color box. Retailers, please note: The POISON IVY MEDIUM STATUE is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is pre-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for June-released product, solicited in next month's issue of Previews. STATUE $89.95 IMAGE COMICS 10TH MUSE #4 (W) Marv Wolfman, (A) Ken Lashley This is THE BIG ONE! In order to learn about her past, Emma Sonnet and her friends return to Greece, the place where her life was suddenly turned upside down. The trouble is, there are those who need for her past to remain hidden, even at the cost of her life. Also introducing the menace called MEDUSA. FC 32pp $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN: 10TH MUSE #1 (KEN LASHLEY ART COVER) 10TH MUSE #1 (RENA MERO PHOTO COVER) Quanities are very limited. Allocations may occur. FC 32pp $2.95Ea. ********************8 APHRODITE IX #0 Top Cow Comics (W) David Wohl David Finch (P) David Finch (I) Joe Weems (C) Liquid! Get your hands on Aphrodite one more time as Top Cow is pleased to offer you the stunning Aphrodite IX #0, complete with an all new cover by David Finch! Take a glimpse into the amazing world that surrounds this green haired beauty and see for yourself why Aphrodite became such a tremendous success! Also included, an Aphrodite pin-up gallery and a free mini pull out poster! FC 24pp $2.95 AREA 52 #4 (W) Brain Haberlin (A) Clayton Henry The beginning of the end! As all seems bleak for our reject, heroes. Not only has everything they've tried failed to stop the monster, but now they find out that if the beast can get to a certain container in a far flung part of Area 52, that the entire world will be so much toast on a stick! This is not what they signed up for, video games, yes! Defending the Earth!?! No Way! Be there for the pulse pounding conclusion of the first Area 52 story arc. It will make you laugh, make you scream, make you kiss 2.95 good-bye! FC 32pp $2.95 ARIA: THE SOUL MARKET #3 (W) Brian Holguin (A) David Yardin A Dark Rider Approaches... Goodfellow's lethal game of cat and mouse grows ever more tangled, forcing Kildare to take some drastic measures in order to free the trapped soul of her former lover. A powerful, malevolent force is hunting the roguish Goodfellow, bent on revenge, and Goodfellow wants Kildare to stop it. But the cost of doing that may be even higher than she can imagine. Unsure of what his real game is, Kildare is certain of only one thing: Nothing Goodfellow says can be trusted. Meanwhile, another soul close to Kildare goes missing. FC 32pp $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN: ARIA #1 (MICHAEL TURNER COVER) ARIA #2-4 The first four issues of Aria featuring the award-winning interior artwork of Jay Anacleto. Quanities are very limited. Allocations may occur. FC 32pp $2.50Ea. ******************8 BUTCHER KNIGHT #4 Top Cow Comics (W) Charles Holland (P & I) Dwayne Turner (C) Steve Firchow Merlin (aka Barnabus London) has escaped Daria's murderous trap and is hell bent on exacting his revenge. What Merlin doesn't know is Daria's got a lot of people on her side and his plans will be foiled. Will Daria and the Butcher Knight succeed and destroy Merlin's empire? The exciting final issue of this series will reveal all including just who Luther Washington is and his connection to Butcher Knight. FC 32pp $2.95 CITY OF SILENCE SET (W) Warren Ellis (A) Gary Erskine The future is STILL bad for you. Image Comics re-offers fan-favorite writer Warren Ellis's first creator-owned title published under the Image banner, this time as a complete three-issue set. In a future whose citizens possess the technology to create brand new weird sciences, there are policemen called Silencers who will hunt you down for having a Bad Idea. The investigation of a dead kid with a silicon pentagram on his neck opens up a whole box of Bad Ideas, eventually leading the Silencers all the way to the gates of Hell itself... FC 3 issues 32 pp. Each $6.95 CURSE OF THE SPAWN VOL. V: PENUMBRA (W) Brian Holguin & Alan McElroy (P) Dwayne Turner (I) Danny Miki, Chance Wolf & Todd McFarlane (C) Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas (Cvr) Ashley Wood "Penumbra" The fifth Curse of the Spawn trade paperback reprints five big Curse of the Spawn issues and encompasses two complete and well-written story arcs. The first (originally issues 15 and 16), tells the story of the angel Abdiel and his secret battle with Malebolgia in Hell's eighth plane. With the Al Simmons Hellspawn tied up in the plot as well. The second arc (issues 17-19), is about New York mobster Antonio Twistelli and his deadly battle with the shadowy Vatican Secret Police over his use and abuse of their weapon, Overtkill. FC 120pp $12.95 DISICPLES #2 (W) Chris Dows & Colin Clayton (A) Laurence When a young girl, wielding incredible power, is tormented by inanimate objects, it is left up to the outcast magician to convince the Disciples that she is a vessel for a much greater force. His pleas fall on deaf ears and compel him into action on a course of no return. Just how much is he willing to sacrifice in order to prove his worth? And just how far will the other Disciples let him? FC 32pp $2.95 A DISTANT SOIL TPB VOL III: THE ARIA (W/P) Colleen Doran Rieken, the leader of the Ovanan rebellion has gathered a team of champions to help him save the child Avatar, Liana, from certain death at the hands of the corrupt Hierarchy. But Rieken has a terrible secret, a secret he is no longer able to hide from his companions. And now, he must face the deadly consequences of his deceit at the hands of Liana's brother, a rebel assassin. Then, on to the long awaited ultimate showdown with the Hierarchy, in a battle to the death for an unpredictable finale! This third volume of A DISTANT SOIL collects issue #26-31. FC 164pp $16.95 DOUBLE IMAGE #4 CODEFLESH (W) Joe Casey (A) Charlie Adlard The maintenance of a secret identity can be the most anxiety-filled aspect of a masked adventurer's lifestyle. For Cameron Daltrey, the bail bond industry is nothing compared to the rigors of keeping his secrets from the world, including his girlfriend. Another Joe Casey-Charlie Adlard modern masterpiece of malicious mayhem! THE BOD (W) Larry Young (A) John Heebink Everybody's learned a little something about how the world works, about themselves, about where they're going, about the things that mean the most... everyone's learned a little something... except the Girl Who Wasn't There. NOTE: Recommended for mature readers. FC 32pp $2.95 ELECTROPOLIS #1 (W/A) Dean Motter Welcome to the world of 2001 as envisioned in 1941. An experimental community built at the beginning of the electric age, Electropolis is characterized by skyscraper-sized Van Der Graaf generator towers and Strickfadden machines, as well as a distinctive modernist architectural style. From above, the city resembles nothing so much as the interior of an old radio or television. Machines as buildings…Electricity as commerce. Set against this backdrop, ELECTROPOLIS is a vintage murder mystery that goes to the heart of the power industry in this brave new world. ELECTROPOLIS is written and illustrated by DEAN MOTTER ( The Prisoner, Mister X, Terminal City) It picks up, one could say, where Mister X and Terminal City both intersect, and left off. ELECTROPOLIS continues his explorations in the unique retro-futuristic genre he created in these books. FC 32pp $2.95 E.V.E PROTOMECHA TPB VOL I: SINS OF THE DAUGHTER (W) Aron Lusen and Christian Lichtner (A) Ale Garza E.V.E ProtoMecha, the story of a cold and calculating cybernetic tool of destruction that progresses to embody the powerful essence of humanity as it has never been witnessed before. Don't miss this opportunity to get the entire first arc of E.V.E collecting all six hard-to-find issues in one deluxe trade paperback. Relive the smash hit series of E.V.E ProtoMecha in its entire run as this fantastic collection will include all of those hard to find books that flew off the shelves, plus a cover gallery, never before seen sketches, and other special inserts exclusive to this deluxe trade paperback edition. FC 168pp $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN: JOE MADUREIRA'S E.V.E PROTOMECHA POSTER #1 Joe's stunning image from the alternate cover to E.V.E PROTOMECHA is available again as a poster. FC 24" x 36" $5.95 ******************* HELLSPAWN #10 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (A) Ashley Wood (Cvr) Ashley Wood "Clash" The Hellspawn is caught in the cross hairs of the raging beast Gy-Gor and begins to unravel an insidious plot that leads back to his own deadly past. Meanwhile, an aging reporter has uncovered a secret that has been in the shadows for years and he plans on dragging it into the light of day for all to see. And in the darkest corners of the city, where the dead have eyes, a young girl has become the vessel for perhaps the greatest evil to ever walk the Earth. FC 32pp $2.50 LAST SHOT: FIRST DRAW #1 (W) Ken Siu-Chong & Studio XD (A) Long Vo "First Draw Revolver" In the world of LAST SHOT, death is currency and everyone's a greedy bastard. The only enforced law of the land is this: if you get a price on your head, you die. Thousands of Gunners, bounty hunters who've modified their bodies to kill, are always eager to see to that. LAST SHOT details the exploits of Revolver, one of these Gunners who's been nicknamed for his weapon of choice, as he travels the continent to complete a job that may be his last. It is a universe where crude cybernetics and gunpowder technology coexist with cowboy-knights, bounty hunters, mystic creatures and gun play. FC 32pp $2.95 MECH DESTROYER #2 (W) Robert Chong (A) Jae Kim Reese Taylor receives a crash course on XR5000, the Mech Destroyer. Meanwhile, Colonel Shaw leads his forces on a mission to intercept a convoy escorted by the fearsome androids. As the battle ensues, it becomes evident that the Rebels are outmatched by the massive droids led by Kru-Såk, an Overlord of the Jådak Empire. FC 32pp $2.95 MIDNIGHT NATION #8 Joes Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Gary Frank (I) Jason Gorder (C) Dan Kemp Will David Grey ever reach his goal? Not if he can't reverse the metamorphosis that is turning him into one of the Walkers! If he can't stop it, David may be a slave to "The Man" forever. Don't miss this issue written by critically acclaimed writer J.MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI, and drawn by fan-fav artist GARY FRANK. FC 32pp $2.50 OBERGEIST: RAGNAROK HIGHWAY #2 Minotaur Press (W) Dan Jolley and Tony Harris (P) Tony Harris (I) Ray Snyder (C) Matt Hollingsworth Jurgen awakens from his bizarre gestation in the mass grave to find himself haunted by the voices of his past victims, commanded by a presence that may be God Himself, and facing the reality that Armageddon has already come to pass. Can two mysterious angels give him the chance to atone for his sins? Find out as "Ragnarok Highway" continues. FC 32pp $2.95 POWERS #12 (W) Brian Michael Bendis (P) Mike Avon Oeming GROUPIES! Hey! Rock stars have groupies! Well, guess what? So do Superheroes. And when the biggest horndog in superherodom is found dead in his undies, guess who is called into investigate? That's right, Bat-Man. No, no, of course not Bat-Man, Bat-Man isn't anywhere in this book. That would be like the most massive copyright infringement in the history of history. But screw Bat-Man, because Walker and Deena are on the case!! And they are taken through the seedy and sexy underbelly of superhero fame on the trail of the groupie turned killer. FC 32pp $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN: POWERS #7 ("Ride Along" featuring Warren Ellis, the comic character.) POWERS #8 (Part One of an all-new story arc.) Quanities are very limited. Allocations may occur. FC 32pp $2.95Ea. ***************** RANDY O'DONNEL IS THE M@N #1 (W) Tom DeFalco (A) Ron Lim Bollucidar is a magical land of wizards, warriors and creatures of legend--hardly the place you'd expect to find a typical, all-American comic book fan! And yet, when invaders from deep space cast their ravenous eyes upon this hapless world, it demands a new kind of super-hero. Unfortunately, it gets Randy O'Donnell who's still learning how to control his amazing new powers! Join our present-day hero as he's suddenly zapped to a world of wonder, a land under siege where only his power and knowledge of super-hero cliches can save the day! Also meet Tesca, an axe-wielding woman warrior, and Gemel, the sarcastic barbarian, in this COMPLETE SINGLE-ISSUE STORY! If you're only going to be one comic this month, it should be SPAWN but if you're getting more than one, please consider Randy O'Donnell Is The M@N #1! BONUS FLIP-BOOK! MR. RIGHT #0 (W) Tom DeFalco (A) Ron Frenz A complete five-page story that features the very first appearance of Mr. Right, the world's greatest super-athlete! When video gamer Jeffery "Player One" Lopez's detective mother is attack by the Dead Presidents gang, he turns to the one man who can bring her assailants to justice--Mr. Right, the new champion of split-second action! FC 32pp $2.95 RISING STARS #16 Joe's Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Christian Zanier In the FINAL ISSUE of the second arc story in this series, the Specials find themselves with a difficult task at hand. Having realized they ABUSED their powers, the Specials take responsibility for their actions and and now want to clean up the MESS they made of the WORLD. Have they learned their lesson, or will one of the Special succumb to the temptations that come with such great power? FC 32pp $2.50 SAM AND TWITCH #22 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Todd McFarlane (A) Alex Maleey (C) Jay Fotos (Cvr) Ashley Wood "The Jon Doe Affair, Part III" The killer hits home! There was a reason Sam was hand-picked by the killer, and now the murderer plans on showing him why. With Twitch still dealing with grief over his slain girlfriend, Sam is trying to snap his partner out of depression while having his own personal life invaded by a madman. And victim No. 4 appears. FC 32pp $2.50 SAVAGE DRAGON #87 by Erik Larsen. "Havoc in the Hidden City" Introducing: The SEEKER-- the deadliest bounty hunter alive! He's determined to bring in the Savage Dragon-- dead or alive! Meanwhile the Dragon finds himself in a strange city with very familiar unearthly inhabitants. The pieces of the large puzzle that Dragon's life has become are falling into place in this all-out action epic. This (and EVERY) issue of Savage Dragon is COMPLETELY accessible to old and new readers. Savage Dragon comes with our Highest Possible Recommendation! FC 32pp $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN: SAVAGE DRAGON #80 ("The Lurkers Beneath Lake Fear") SAVAGE DRAGON #81 ("The Land Down Under") Two wonderful self-contained adventures. Two more reasons to read comics. Quanities are limited. Allocations may occur. FC 32pp $2.95Ea. ******************* SHIDIMA #4 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Warui Namakemono (I) Ramil Sunga As a sinister plot begins to unfold beneath the thin guise of the Shidiman Rebellion, Aldaran faces an inner struggle between trying to save the woman he loves, and allowing her the freedom to live her life. After forging a makeshift alliance with the Emperor, Aldaran sets off with his companions to track down the elusive rebels. FC 32pp $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN: WARLANDS #10 (The very first Shidima story ever appeared in this handsome flip book. This Shidima flip cover and story are exclusive to Warlands #10 and have never been reprinted any where else.) Quanities are extremely limited. Allocations may occur. FC 32pp $2.95 *************** SHREK 6 – INCH ASSORTMENT Item #20000-3 Shrek Dragon Battlin' Shrek Lord Farquaad Donkey Fiona Big Head Guy Full assortment of fully detailed and articulated figures of the major characters in the new DreamWorks animated family film Shrek. 12 figures per case. No guarantee of mix. (CAUT: 4) Please inquire about pricing. SHREK 3 – INCH MINI ASSORTMENT Item #20100-0 Assortment A Assortment B Assortment C Three assortments of multi-pack figures that encompass almost every character in the Shrek universe. Based on the new DreamWorks animated family film Shrek. 6 packs per case. No guarantee of mix. (CAUT: 4) Please inquire about pricing. SHREK DELUXE PLAYSET ASSORTMENT Item # 20200-7 6" Dragon w/ figures 6" Wrestlin' Shrek w/figures 3" Shrek's Swamp House w/figures These unbelievably detailed playsets allow you to re-create several scenes from the new DreamWorks animated family film Shrek. Includes deluxe boxed Dragon, the Wrestling Ring (with figures) and Shrek's house (with figures ). No guarantee of mix. (CAUT: 4) Please inquire about pricing. SHREK DULOC DUNGEON PLAYSET Item #20604-3 This deluxe playset includes sound, play action and figures. It re-creates a scene from the new DreamWorks animated family film Shrek. No guarantee of mix. (CAUT: 4) Please inquire about pricing. SHREK BEANIE ASSORTMENT Item #20400-1 Shrek Fiona Donkey Farquaad Gingerbread Man A McFarlane Toys first: Beanie figures from the new DreamWorks animated Family film Shrek. 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But even if he succeeds, it could be too late for little Max Williams – son of NYPD detective Twitch Williams - who may be lost forever to the vampiric kingdom cult. FC 32pp $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN: SPAWN #86 (Al Simmons vs. Spawn to the death!) FC 32pp $1.95 ***************** SPAWN: THE DARK AGES #27 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (P) Nat Jones (I) Kevin Conrad (C) Todd Broeker (Cvr) Ashley Wood "Bubonic Nights" BIG ACTION ISSUE The worst thing that could possibly happen has, of course, happened. The Necroplasm has fallen into the wrong hands and only Covenant, Cog and the Druid can stop the horror before it spreads. A monster of hideous proportions threatens to destroy everything Spawn has worked to create. But it is not the Hellspawn who will lose his life in the ensuing battle. FC 32pp $2.50 TOMB RAIDER MAGAZINE #2 Top Cow Comics You want it? You got it! The second issue of the Tomb Raider Magazine will feature the latest on the TOMB RAIDER FILM and a preview of a very special story written and drawn by none other than the legendary ADAM HUGHES! Not to mention an exclusive interview! Special OVER-SIZED versions of issues 3 and 4 of the "Medusa Mask" story arc are also included. Why? So you can see all that glorious artwork in detail. FC 56pp $4.95 TOMB RAIDER TPB VOL II: MYSTIC ARTIFACTS Top Cow Comics (W) Paul Jenkins (P) Andy Park (I) Jonathan Sibal (C) Jonathan D. Smith "Mystic Artifacts" Two of the most action packed Tomb Raider stories are gathered together here for the first time in the second great Tomb Raider TPB: Mystic Artifacts. First, from the sold out issues 5 and 6, Lara finds herself facing the powerful Merlin Stone and prehistoric dinosaurs in a story the defies time itself! Then, what is the Eye of Shaharettin and why do the mysterious Midnight Squires want it so bad? Find out as the story unfolds from issues 7, 8, 9 and 10. With an all new cover by series artist Andy Park, complete your Tomb Raider collection and pick up Mystic Artifacts today! FC 136pp $14.95 TOP COW SHOT GLASSES: SET #1 Top Cow Comics For the first time ever, TOP COW will be releasing their very own line of SHOT GLASSES. This premiere set will include: APHRODITE IX, with artwork by top artist DAVE FINCH; a super sexy WITCHBLADE image drawn by KEU CHA, and the DARKNESS' arch enemy, ANGELUS, drawn by the top "Cow" MARC SILVESTRI. Imagine how cool you'll look when you bust out this little number the next time your buddies are over. Well, at least they'll think you have cool stuff, even though they still think your a geek. Ha! Set of 3 shot glasses for $19.95 WITCHBLADE #47 Top Cow Comics (W) Paul Jenkins (P) Keu Cha (I) D-TRONo (C) Steve Firchow Sara Pezzini returns to the business of detective work, hoping to gather enough evidence against the Impossible Killer to convict. But her life becomes all the more complicated with the return of an old foe who is hotter than ever before. There must be a way to stand against these adversaries... but is Sara willing to accept her place in the society of the supernatural without protest? And how much will the Witchblade ask for in return? FC 32pp $2.50 DYNAMIC FORCES OFFERINGS APHRODITE IX #0 DF EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER The limited edition Aphrodite IX #0 and DF has the extremely limited alternate cover! Don't miss out on one of Top Cow's baddest bad girls of them all! $6.95 Suggested Retail Price. RANDY O'CONNEL IS THE M@N #1 DF EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL COVER Tom DeFalco joins artist Ron Lim to kick off their brand spanking new image series. $10.00 Suggested Retail Price. Also available signed by co-creators Tom DeFalco and Ron Lim at the suggested retail of $29.99! TOMB RAIDER BLACK & WHITE #1 DF BIG BONUS PACKAGE This package features the #1 sold out issue of Tomb Raider #1 B&W - but with the extra bonus of the DF cover, and as an extra added bonus, this package will have 4 additional out-of-print Image comics at no extra cost! What a big bonus! $6.95 Suggested Retail Price. TOMB RAIDER/WITCHBLADE LINGERIE GOLD FOIL COVER The extremely limited Tomb Raider/Witchblade Lingerie with the cool Gold Foil cover! $10.00 Suggested Retail Price. AREA 52 #1 DF EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL COVER The new series from Brian Haberlin and DF has the limited Gold Foil cover! $10.00 Suggested Retail Price. Limited to only 400 DF Foil Editions. MIDNIGHT NATION & MORE MEGA STARTER SET! This package features Midnight Nation #1 DF Exclusive Alternate Foil Cover! But as an extra added bonus, this package will also have at least 7 additional out-of-print Image books to extend DF's 8th Anniversary celebration! $10.00 Suggested Retail Price. WITCHBLADE #48 DF EXCLUSIVE GOLD FOIL COVER The countdown to issue #50 begins by Paul Jenkins! $10.00 Suggested Retail Price. Limited to only 1,500 Gold Foil Editions. FATHOM #12 FUN FILLED BONUS PACKAGE - FEATURING THE 1ST PART OF 3 connecting covers by creator and artist extraordinaire Mike Turner! The first issue of the sold out Triple Threat Mini-Series featuring not only Fathom but also Tomb Raider and Witchblade! This first of 3 DF covers helps to connect to form one ultra cool image and features The Witchblade on this issue! And as an extra-added bonus - since their's two special guest characters in this issue, DF will be adding in twice as much bonus books - two additional out-of-print Top Cow comics at no extra cost!!! Suggested Retail Price - $6.95 RISING STARS #1/2 LIMITED EDITION WHITE COVER The extremely limited edition Rising Stars #1/2 with the white cover! Originally only available as a mail in offer, but now available through this DF offer! $14.95 Suggested Retail Price. FATHOM: KILLIAN KILLER PACKAGE! Featuring the fantastic Fathom: Killian #1 DF Exclusive Alterante (non-Gold Foil cover) Cover plus 4 additional random Limited Edition Image Covers! Each of these packages will be worth over $40.00, but as part of DF's 8th Anniversary celebration, this package will be available at the package price of just $19.93! $19.93 Suggested Retail. SHIDIMA #1 DF EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE GOLD FOIL COVER! With an alternate cover by Pat Lee and the crew from Dreamwave Productions with extremely limited Gold Foil enhancement! $10.00 Suggested Retail. Limited Edition of 999 copies. MARVEL COMICS X-Men UNCANNY X-MEN NO. 394 cover by ian churchill joe casey/ian churchill/mark morales • THE SCOOP: The new era for the Children of the Atom begins here! • THE STORY: A wild, new evil mutant comes of age, celebrating his 18th birthday with all-out mutant mayhem! Who is Warp Savant, and what famous event in X-Men history is he trying to recreate? Plus, the event that X-fans have wondered about for 25 years... a stolen moment of passion that will change the personal lives of the X-Men forever! New creators, new uniforms, a new logo, new surprises, a new direction... X-Men Month is here, and this time it really is all-new and all-different! • THE CREATORS: Welcome the new team of writer Joe Casey (X-MEN: CHILDREN OF THE ATOM, Wildcats), penciler Ian Churchill and inker Mark Morales! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-02461-2-39411 2.25 X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: The X-Men's evergreen adventure is back in print! • THE STORY: The classic creative team of Chris Claremont and John Byrne take the saga of Jean Grey — and her startling transformation — to an emotional conclusion in this shocking saga! Can the Children of the Atom save their own teammate — or have her destructive actions doomed her? Reprinting UNCANNY X-MEN #129 - #137! • THE FORMAT: 192-page trade paperback. 7-59606-76696-3-00212 19.95 X-MEN: THE HIDDEN YEARS NO. 20 cover by john byrne john byrne/john byrne/tom palmer Super-villain team-up: the Sub-Mariner and Magneto! Namor, King of Atlantis, joins forces with the Master of Magnetism! Can even the X-Men stop this deadly duo from triggering all-out war? 7-59606-04799-4-02011 2.50 CABLE NO. 93 cover by michael ryan robert weinberg/michael ryan Their power is unseen, yet it reaches across the globe. They fight a war in which no shot is fired — and yet the casualties number in the billions. They are the Dark Sisterhood — and they have laid waste to Cable's life! Now, Nathan Summers is taking the war to them... but in order to win, he'll have to be as ruthless as they are! Plus: the identity and motives of the Dark Mother are revealed! 7-59606-01362-3-09311 2.25 X-TREME X-MEN NO. 1 cover by salvador larroca chris claremont/salvador larroca • THE SCOOP: Ready for cutting edge heroes by a cutting edge team? Then get set for X-TREME X-MEN! • THE STORY: Humanity is at a crossroads, and will choose a future of glory... or of utter annihilation. The path they face was mapped a century ago by the blind mutant seer known as Destiny, and recorded in her 13 voumes of The Books of Truth. As seen in X-MEN #109, one volume has come into the possession of Professor X's charges — and now Rogue, Beast, Bishop, Thunderbird, Psylocke, Sage (an all-new character) and Storm choose to leave the safety of the X-Mansion and search for the missing volumes. But what they don't know is that another force is embarked on the same quest, a man who is the first manifestation of the true homo sapiens superior — the rightful inheritors of Earth — and he considers mutants his mortal enemies... to be killed on sight! • THE CREATORS: Written by Chris Claremont, the man that helped shape the X-Men into what they are today: the most popular comic franchise in history! Penciled by Salvador Larroca, one the best-regarded and most exciting artists in the field! If you thought their work on FANTASTIC FOUR and UNCANNY X-MEN was something, wait'll you get a load of this! • THE FORMAT: While their are ads on the inside covers and back cover of this issue, there's not one single ad in its 48 pages! 7-59606-05109-0-00111 2.99 NEW X-MEN NO. 114 "e is for extinction" part 1 cover by frank quitely grant morrison/frank quitely/tim townsend • THE SCOOP: The future is now as the X-Men are remade! • THE STORY:Humankind's time on Earth is nearly at its end. Within a half decade, they will be extinct, replaced by their genetically gifted cousins: mutants! With this discovery, the very fabric of society begins to fray. And as fear and paranoia grows by the day, it will soon tear! Charles Xavier has been forced to evolve his X-Men. But in the shadows, something beckons to him. A mutant more powerful — and more depraved — than he ever could have foreseen. And very soon, that mutant will threaten his people, his world and his every perception! New creators, new characters, new costumes, a new logo, a new direction... this is the start of it all! • THE CREATORS: Grant Morrison remade the JLA. Frank Quitely made Authority a must-read. Just imagine what they'll do together to the X-Men! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-01772-0-11411 2.25 ULTIMATE MARVEL MAGAZINE NO. 5 Because you demanded it: ULTIMATE MARVEL MAGAZINE is now available through the Direct Market! This 70-page, full-color magazine reprints ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #7 as well as the double-sized debut issue of ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP (starring Spidey and Wolverine)! Plus: updates on cool licensed stuff — and more inside dirt on our upcoming movies! 071486-01849-06 3.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN NO. 6 cover by adam kubert mark millar/aNDY kubert/art thibert • THE SCOOP: It all hits the fan in the conclusion of the Ultimate X-Men's first adventure! • THE STORY: Magneto takes his war to the very steps of the White House as the Sentinels attack Washington D.C.! As mass hysteria explodes in the streets of the nation's capital, the X-Men must somehow defeat an army of the Master of Magnetism's zealots — one of whom, until very recently, was on their side! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads — printed on that nice, slick paper! 7-59606-05047-5-00611 2.25 ESSENTIAL X-MEN VOL. 4 TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: It's another affordable volume of classic mutant action! • THE STORY: The return of the Dark Phoenix! The rise of the Morlocks! The marriage of Scott Summers and Madelyne! The Japanese adventure of Rogue and Wolverine! It's all here as we reprint UNCANNY X-MEN #162 - #179, plus X-MEN ANNUAL #6! • THE CREATORS: Featuring the wondrous work of Chris Claremont, Paul Smith, John Romita, Jr. and many more! • THE FORMAT: 528 pages of bold, black-and-white action! 7-59606-10775-9-00111 14.95 X-FORCE NO. 116 cover by mike allred peter milligan/mike allred • THE SCOOP: It's a new era for X-FORCE as writer Peter Milligan (Shade The Changing Man, Human Target) and penciler Mike Allred (Madman, Atomics) bring an exciting, controversial and innovative vision to the title! • THE STORY: Professor X had a dream, that mutants and humans could live in peace and harmony. A new squad of operatives calling themselves X-Force are living that dream. These eight mutants are cashing in on their special skills to preserve the Free World from the Forces of Evil, but at no small cost to themselves. Adored by humans, reviled by their fellow mutants, X-Force has successfully "crossed over." Problem is, there may be no going back! Meet the new team: Zeitgeist, U- Go Girl, The Anarchist, Battering Ram, Plazm, Gin Genie, La Nuit and their amorphous assistant Doop! Eight mutants who've teamed together to do the big dirty jobs that others can't. Eight mutants who shine in the blinding lights of the media — but strike in the dark of night. Eight mutants who've agreed to burn brightly and — as you'll see — burn fast! • THE CREATORS: Take the dark and paranoid writings of Peter Milligan. Blend with the pop surreal stylings of Mike Allred. Mix in the special spice that is X. Serve over ice and enjoy! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-01766-9-11611 2.25 THE BROTHERHOOD NO. 1 cover by bill sienkiewicz x/essad ribic/kent williams • THE SCOOP: The dark side of the mutant war gets their own ongoing series! • A MESSAGE FROM THE FRONTLINES: "Perhaps you think you know us. That costumed charlatans such as Magneto and his ilk are representative of our people. You are wrong. We are your neighbors. Your co-workers. The homeless you callously step over on your way to your safe, meaningless jobs. We will not announce ourselves with bright red uniforms or gloating public pronouncements. We will simply strike. When you see your streets run scarlet with blood, and your cities aflame, you will know your time is at an end. "You have taken our homes from us. Our families. Our future. You despoil the world we were meant to inherit, plundering the resources that rightfully belong to our children. No more... from this day forward, The Brotherhood declares open war on humanity. Its end will not come until the power to govern rests in our hands. Or until you are, once and for all, extinct." • THE CREATORS: Who is X? We don't know what his or her real name is, but we do know that he or she is writing one heck of an intense comic book! Joining this secret scribe is Essad Ribic, whose fine pencil work has been seen recently in CABLE and X-MEN 2000. And dig that wild cover by Bill Sienkiewicz! • THE FORMAT: The first issue of this new monthly series is 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05114-4-00111 2.25 WOLVERINE NO. 164 cover by sean chen & norm rapmund frank tieri/sean chen/norm rapmund Guest-starring the Beast! Accused of a crime he didn't commit, Wolverine unlocks "The Cage." But is it a person, place or thing? The answer may shock you... but not as much as it will Logan! 7-59606-02254-0-16411 2.25 Marvel Knights PUNISHER: WELCOME BACK, FRANK TRADE PAPERBACK painted cover by TIM BRADSTREET garth ennis/steve dillon/jimmy palmiotti • THE SCOOP: Still available! The series of 2000 is collected in one bullet-flyin', flame-throwin', polar bear-maulin' volume! • THE STORY: Nominated for just about every Wizard Fan Award there is, the 12-part saga by the twisted team of Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon brought back Frank Castle with a vengeance. Uzis, knives, thermite explosives, the Empire State Building... whatever it takes to put the scum of Manhattan down, the Punisher will use it. The scourge of the underworld returns to clean up the city—inspiring three insane vigilantes to imitate him—and raising the ire of the dreaded (and hysterical) Ma Gnucci. And do we even have to mention... Spacker Dave?! • THE BUZZ: "PUNISHER is proving to be an excellent examination of extreme characters, but more importantly, it's just a bloody mess of fun." -Comics Newsarama • THE FORMAT: 272-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10783-4-00111 24.95 MARVEL KNIGHTS MAGAZINE NO. 2 The Marvel Knights leap into their own magazine — that's available through the Direct Market! This 70-page, full-color magazine reprints DAREDEVIL #2, MARVEL KNIGHTS #2 and PUNISHER #2! 071486-01849-06 3.99 MARVEL KNIGHTS NO. 13 cover by trent kaniuga & danny miki chuck dixon/eduardo barreto/Nelson Marvel's street-level team: under assault from double dangers! Daredevil, Luke Cage, Shang Chi and Moon Knight must defend Spector Tower, and their own lives, from a murderous army! Meanwhile, Black Widow and Dagger square off against... Nick Fury? Plus: What is Dagger's terrible secret? 7-59606-04878-6-01311 2.99 DAREDEVIL NO. 18 painted cover by david mack brian michael bendis/david mack Daily Bugle reporter Ben Urich discovers a strange connection linking a child to Daredevil! (Marvel Memo: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders are canceled.) 7-59606-04706-2-01811 2.99 MARVEL BOY TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the hit Marvel Knights series! • THE STORY: They shot your spaceship out of the sky and performed autopsies on your friends. Yeah, that's enough reason to declare war on Earth! • THE CREATORS: Written by Grant Morrison (JLA), with art by J.G. Jones (BLACK WIDOW)! • THE FORMAT: 144-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10781-0-00111 15.95 BLACK PANTHER: THE CLIENT TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the first story arc from the critically acclaimed Marvel Knights series! • THE STORY: Government agent Everett K. Ross thought he had it easy. Afterall, how difficult could it be to guard an African king? Pretty darn difficult — if that king is T'Challa, a.k.a. the Black Panther! Reprinting BLACK PANTHER #1 - #5. • THE CREATORS: Writer Christopher Priest and artist Mark Texeira unite for a story that reads as good as it looks! • THE FORMAT: 128-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10789-6-00111 14.95 DAREDEVIL: NINJA TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the hit Marvel Knights adventure! • THE STORY: Who would want a seemingly worthless piece of wood? That's the burning question that leads the Man Without Fear to Japan — and into the arms of danger! • THE CREATORS: Written by the hottest writer going, Brian Michael Bendis, with widescreen, cinematic art by Rob Haynes. • THE FORMAT: 80-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10780-3-00111 8.95 DAREDEVIL YELLOW UPDATE: Due to the creation process, the shipping dates of DAREDEVIL: YELLOW have been updated. Issue #1 will now go on sale March 21st. Issue #2 will now go on sale April 25th. Issue #3 will be solicited in next month's catalog. Spider-Man ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN NO. 9 cover by mark bagley brian michael bendis/mark bagley/art thibert • THE SCOOP: Our young hero takes on the big man of crime, the Kingpin! • THE STORY: Spider-Man wants a piece of the Kingpin, but to get to him he'll have to go through his hired hitmen, the Enforcers! Introducing Montana, Fancy Dan and the Ox—three guys you definitely don't want to meet in a dark alley... or anywhere! It's time Peter Parker got an out-of-school civics lesson by learning just how powerful and connected the Kingpin really is! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05031-4-00911 2.25 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN NO. 31 cover by j. scott campbell j. michael straczynski/ john romita jr./scott hanna A new era continues as red-hot writer J. Michael Straczynski (Rising Stars, Midnight Nation) teams with all-star John Romita Jr. on Marvel's flagship title! Peter Parker embarks on a new career that will take him back to his roots — and possibly unearth them! Meanwhile, dark forces rally against our favorite wall-crawler! Now featuring covers by J. Scott Campbell (Danger Girl)! 7-59606-04716-1-03111 2.25 SPIDER-GIRL NO. 34 cover by pat olliffe tom defalco/pat olliffe/al williamson Guest-starring Psi-Lord, Human Torch, The Thing, Lyja and Big Brain, a.k.a. the Fantasitc Five! While the F5 attempts to save the world from destruction, Spider-Girl must contend with the surprising return of Mr. Nobody! 7-59606-03503-8-03411 2.25 SPIDER-MAN: TORMENT TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: One of Spider-Man's most popular adventures is back in print! • THE STORY: The lethal Lizard and a vengeful face from the past target the wall-crawler in this fast-paced tale written and illustrated by Todd McFarlane! Reprinting SPIDER-MAN #1 - #5. • THE FORMAT: 128-page trade paperback. 7-59606-35805-2-00114 15.95 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN NO. 31 cover by humberto ramos paul jenkins/mark buckingham/wayne faucher The new villain named Fusion — who has the ability to absorb any hero's power — also has a deep burning hatred for Spider- Man! If Spidey wants to survive, he must find the kink in Fusion's formidable armor — that is, if he even has one! Now featuring covers by Humberto Ramos! 7-59606-04717-8-03111 2.25 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the critically acclaimed Spider-Man stories by Paul Jenkins and Mark Buckingham! • THE STORY: Reprinting PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #20, #21, #22, #23 and #26, plus WEBSPINNERS #10 - #12. • THE CREATORS: Writer Paul Jenkins (SENTRY) is joined by a trio of titanic talents: Mark Buckingham, Sean Phillips (Wildcats) and J.G. Jones (MARVEL BOY)! • THE FORMAT: 160-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10777-3-00111 14.95 SPIDER-MAN: KRAVEN'S LAST HUNT TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: One of Spider-Man's greatest adventures is back! • THE STORY: The great hunter known as Kraven has made up his mind. If he is to truly defeat his hated enemy, he must not just capture him — he must kill him and become him! Reprinting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #293 & #294, SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #131 & #132 and WEB OF SPIDER-MAN #32 & #33. • THE FORMAT: 160-page trade paperback. 7-59606-35691-1-00113 15.95 TANGLED WEB: THE THOUSAND NO. 2 (OF 3) painted cover by glenn fabry garth ennis/john mccrea/James hodgkins Our first story arc continues as red-hot writer Garth Ennis (PUNISHER, Preacher), penciler John McCrea (HULK SMASH, Hitman) and inker James Hodgkins (Jenny Sparks) take a twisted tour of Spider-Man's "friendly" neighborhood! The web- slinger is being pursued by a relentless foe who gives new meaning to the adage "beauty is only skin-deep" — and who decides that the best way to snare its enemy might be to hide in plain sight! 7-59606-05106-9-00211 2.99 ULTIMATE MARVEL TEAM-UP NO. 4: SPIDER-MAN & IRON MAN cover by mike allred brian michael bendis/mike allred • THE SCOOP: Spider-Man meets industrialist Tony Stark—and his super high-tech "bodyguard" named Iron Man! • THE STORY: Suave millionaire Tony Stark, head of his cutting edge company Stark Industries, possesses the unique Irontech technology, from which springs his greatest achievement: the armored assault suit codenamed Iron Man! And despite how carefully Stark guards his invention, a certain maniacal Latverian dictator is determined to have it! To ensure that it is his, the monstrous monarch sends his deadly Mandroids to enforce his will! And that's when Stark's young admirer, Peter Parker, shows up at Stark Industries... and it all hits the fan! • THE CREATORS: Written by Wizard's "Best Writer of 2000," Brian Michael Bendis—with art by Madman's Mike Allred! • THE BUZZ: "You won't get a second chance on this one, so grab it while you can!" -Comic Shop News • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. Printed on that slick ULTIMATE paper and thick cover! 7-59606-05088-8-00411 2.25 SPIDER-MAN: THE DEATH OF GWEN STACY TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: One of Spider-Man's most memorable and shocking adventures is back in print! • THE STORY: It's the story that broke all the rules. The girlfriends of super heroes don't die... do they? Gerry Conway and Gil Kane stunned everyone with AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #96, #98, #121 and #122. • THE FORMAT: 112-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10716-2-00112 14.95 Marvel Heroes CITIZEN V NO. 2 (OF 3) cover by michael ryan/sean parsons fabian nicieza/michael ryan/sean parsons Leaping from the pages of THUNDERBOLTS! From Atlantis to Paris, from Attuma to Fenris, Citizen V and the V-Battalion are stretched to their limits! And at every step of the way, at every point across the globe, the question keeps nagging at the peace-keeping militia: "Would the world be better off if the villains succeeded?" And what if the answer is... "Yes"?! 7-59606-05060-4-00211 2.99 FANTASTIC FOUR NO. 43 cover by carlos pacheco & jesus merino carlos pacheco, rafael marin & jeph loeb/ joe bennett/jesus merino With Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman and The Thing marooned in the Negative Zone, Johnny Storm forms a new FF! His goal: to take the battle to the Gideon Board in an effort to rescue his family! His problem: the Gideon Board has most of Reed Richards' technology... and will use it to stop intruders! So who joins the Torch's team? It's all revealed here! "This is currently Marvel's best continuing series, and you should kick yourself if you're not reading it." -Comics International 7-59606-04456-6-04311 2.25 THOR NO. 37 cover by jim starlin & al milgrom dan jurgens/jim starlin/al milgrom As Thor grapples with the Destroyer — now animated by the one being he dare not fight — the appearance of the Watcher in the halls of Asgard portends a dire future for the god of thunder! And, as the very heavens shake, a member of our cast breathes his or her last! "These are some really solid, and sometimes groundbreaking, stories from Dan Jurgens... wake up and take notice, people! The book is good! Read it!" -Slush Factory 7-59606-03506-9-03611 2.25 BLACK PANTHER NO. 32 cover by sal velluto & bob almond christopher priest/sal velluto/bob almond People are dropping dead all over New York City—and Malice is to blame! And unless Black Panther gives himself fully to her she's going to kill everyone he's ever loved! All this—plus super sleuth Dakota North—in part two of "Seduction of the Innocent!" "The characterization, dialogue and plot are some of the best in comics." -Comics Newsarama 7-59606-03876-3-03211 2.50 DEFENDERS NO. 5 cover by erik larsen/klaus janson erik larsen & kurt busiek/erik larsen/klaus janson While Dr. Strange wrestles with the Defenders' curse, Namor storms the bastions of Atlantis, determined to take his kingdom back from the conqueror Attuma! And with the Hulk and the Silver Surfer dealing with upheavals in their own lives, only Nighthawk, Valkyrie and Hellcat are available to meet the threat posed by the horrific Headmen! "It's the interaction between the four main characters that makes the book. They really don't like each other and Kurt Busiek and Erik Larsen make a good point of that very early on, with examples that are hilarious." -Comic Book Resources 7-59606-05063-5-00511 2.25 IRON MAN NO. 42 "big bang theory" part 1 cover by keron grant & rob stull frank tieri/keron grant/rob stull • THE SCOOP: Introducing Hogan Potts — whose connection to Tony Stark will astound you! • THE STORY: Who is the anonymous tech-guy named Hogan Potts? Why does he work for the research corporation named Askew? What is his connection to Iron Man? And how does he get caught up in the evil intentions of the Shocker and a certain mad bomber? Plus: by the time this startling story is over, Iron Man will have a new suit of armor — and the readers will have helped create it through a Wizard contest! • THE CREATORS: The new team of writer Frank Tieri (WOLVERINE), penciler Keron Grant and inker Rob Stull kick off this four-part adventure. • THE BUZZ: "Tieri does a great job of giving this unreal story of armored heroes and irradiated villains some credibility by developing the real-world aspects of the plot and characters, like business dealings, media relations and human failings." - Comics Newsarama • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04457-3-04211 2.25 CAPTAIN AMERICA NO. 43 cover by dave ross dan jurgens/dave ross/bob layton The mystery of David Ferrari is revealed — and Captain America doesn't like what he finds! Perhaps that's because he learns the truth while hanging over a missile silo! You think telling Connie Ferrari, David's sister — and Cap's current girlfriend — will be any easier? Featuring guest art by David Ross (DAREDEVIL, JLA: Act Of God)! 7-59606-04455-9-04311 2.25 CAPTAIN MARVEL NO. 19 cover by chriscross/anibal rodriguez PETER DAVID/chriscross/anibal rodriguez Guest-starring Thor and Thanos! Due to the staggering events of last issue, Genis finds himself moving through his own future lifetime, experiencing events that have yet to be! Can he return to his own era? And what has happened to Rick Jones? "Book of the Month: CAPTAIN MARVEL. Funnyman Peter David turns a rookie cosmic super hero and a professional sidekick into the odd couple of comics." -Wizard 7-59606-04815-1-01911 2.50 FANTASTIC FOUR: THE WORLD'S GREATEST COMIC MAGAZINE NO. 6 cover by michael golden Continuing Marvel's star-studded celebration of the FF's 40th Anniversary! Everyone from the Black Panther to Nick Fury to the Silver Surfer guest stars as Mr. Fantastic races against time to unravel the master plan of Dr. Doom! Featuring the talents of Erik Larsen, Keith Giffen, Ron Frenz, Jorge Lucas, Joe Sinnott, Al Gordon, Bruce Timm and more! 7-59606-05064-2-00611 2.99 INCREDIBLE HULK NO. 28 cover by john romita jr. & tom palmer paul jenkins/john romita jr. & tom palmer Has Bruce Banner's worst nightmare become reality? You've waited to see what his release would mean to the jade giant! Now the Devil Hulk — the sum total of all of the evil and malice in Banner's soul — makes his move to dominate The Hulk's future! But how does his plan involve giving Bruce everything he desires? 7-59606-04745-1-02811 2.25 INCREDIBLE HULK: GROUND ZERO TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: One of the Hulk's best adventures is back in print! • THE STORY: The U.S. government is stockpiling gamma bombs, and Bruce Banner isn't going to let anything stop him from destroying them. Not the Leader, not Rock and Redeemer, not Halflife... and not even Wolverine! Reprinting INCREDIBLE HULK #340 - #346, by Peter David, Todd McFarlane, Erik Larsen and more! • THE FORMAT: 176-page trade paperback. 7-59606-35792-5-00113 17.95 THUNDERBOLTS NO. 52 cover by patrick zircher & al vey fabian nicieza/patrick zircher/al vey Due to the explosive events of issue #50, THUNDERBOLTS is experiencing an information blackout! All we can tell you is that special guest star Captain America will be forced to confront a figure from his past, while Dr. Doom pulls the strings! So what does this have to do with the T-Bolts? Read it and find out! 7-59606-09566-3-05211 2.25 DEADPOOL NO. 54 cover by steve dillon & jimmy palmiotti jimmy palmiotti & buddy scalera/ georges jeanty/jon holdredge Deadpool vs. The Punisher—Round 1! Deadpool takes on the hit-job of the century when he's hired to take out the man who whacked Ma Gnucci—none other than Frank Castle! Grab your machine guns, kids, this should be a doozy! 7-59606-03703-2-05411 2.25 IRON MAN: THE MASK IN THE IRON MAN TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the hit storyline that pits Iron Man against his ultimate enemy: his own suit of armor! • THE STORY: What will Tony Stark do when his greatest invention — his own armor — gains life? Whatever it is, he better do it quick, because if he doesn't stop the suit, it will kill again and again... and not even Tony himself is safe! Reprinting IRON MAN (Vol. 3) #26 - #30, plus the hard-to-find Wizard #1/2 issue! • THE CREATORS: Written by Marvel's EIC himself, Joe Quesada! Featuring art by Sean Chen (WOLVERINE) and newcomer Alitha Martinez! • THE FORMAT: 136-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10776-6-00111 14.95 U.S. AGENT NO. 1 (OF 3) cover by jerry ordway jerry ordway/jerry ordway/karl kesel • THE SCOOP: The U.S.Agent returns in a new adventure that springs out of MAXIMUM SECURITY! • THE STORY: John Walker is back — and this time, he's the Commission's hand-picked operative in charge of superhuman incarceration! It's the chance he's been waiting for to get out from Captain America's shadow and kick bad guy butt! That is, if a deadly super-villain conspiracy, a woman from his past and his own lousy attitude don't louse it all up! • THE CREATORS: He redesigned U.S.Agent in MAXIMUM SECURITY; now Jerry Ordway returns to write and pencil his solo story! • THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05110-6-00111 2.99 AVENGERS NO. 42 cover by alan davis & mark farmer KURT BUSIEK/alan davis/mark farmer Meet the world's savior... Kang the Conqueror?! The time-traveling warlord has a message for humanity: he's seen the future, and humanity is destined to come to ruins — but he's ready to save us! The Avengers stand ready to take action, but their team is divided within! "Kurt Busiek still proves he's the best AVENGERS writer in years... instilling this book with a feeling it has not had since its heyday." -Comics International 7-59606-04458-0-04211 2.25 THUNDERBOLTS: LIFE SENTENCES fabian nicieza/charlie adlard • THE SCOOP: The T-Bolts' evolution continues in an extra-sized, extra story that flows directly from the ongoing series! • THE STORY: Due to the events of THUNDERBOLTS #50, we're still suffering an information blackout! But we can tell you that four members of the T-Bolts will reach a dramatic turning point in their lives! Plus: Captain Marvel returns to challenge a member of the team! It's everything you love about the monthly series — but more of it! • THE CREATORS: Written by THUNDERBOLTS ongoing scribe Fabian Nicieza, with pencils by Charlie Adlard! • THE FORMAT: 48 pages, with ads. 7-59606-05100-7-00111 3.50 UNIVERSE X NO. 10 (OF 12) painted cover by alex ross alex ross & jim krueger/doug braithwaite Death strikes another champion in this dangerous alternate future! Captain Marvel, Thor and Venom gain two allies on their mission. Meanwhile, in New York, Creel is finally assembled, bringing back to life the monster that killed the Avengers! Finally, in the land of the dead, the heroes face off against Death, Thanos and Mephisto! 7-59606-04897-7-01011 3.50 INCREDIBLE HULK: THE DOGS OF WAR TRADE PAPERBACK • THE SCOOP: Collecting the searing story by Paul Jenkins (SENTRY, INHUMANS) and Ron Garney (CAPTAIN AMERICA) in one volume! • THE STORY: The cold-blooded killer known as General Ryker wants The Hulk dead... and he'll use everything at his disposal, including mutated soldiers, irradiated hounds — and even the green goliath's own body! Reprinting INCREDIBLE HULK (Vol. 2) #12 - #20! • THE FORMAT: 224-page trade paperback. 7-59606-10790-2-00111 19.95 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT Black Bull Entertainment SHADOW REAVERS LIMITED PREVIEW EDITION Cover by DOUG WHEATLEY Written by PAT McCALLUM and MIKE SEARLE Art by NELSON DeCASTRO, DOUG WHEATLEY and GREG LUZNIAK Preview the third comic launch from Black Bull Entertainment—Shadow Reavers! Get the very first appearances of the enigmatic characters from this new series that will debut in August 2001. See dramatic conceptual artwork by Nelson DeCastro, Doug Wheatley and Greg Luzniak. Their art will astound you! This special preview will feature the first 5-pages of the story, and an additional 8-pages of special effect photography made just for this limited preview which will set the stage for the series. Behold Ascendant, Exile and the Warlocks. Go behind-the-scenes with exclusive material on this all-new supernatural action adventure saga that will debut in August 2001 In stores May 23, 2001 EXTREMELY LIMITED 24 pgs $5.00 JUST A PILGRIM #3 Cover by KEVIN NOWLAN Written by GARTH ENNIS Art by CARLOS EZQUERRA Colors by PAUL MOUNTS Behold the outrageous origin of the Pilgrim in "Bloody Baskets." You'll be mortified and amused as the Pilgrim tells his unbelievable tale. Learn how he survived impossible circumstances. Find out who he was before The Burn, how he found salvation in the Holy Bible, got his cross-shaped facial scar and began his journey of discovery! Learn the story behind the striking cover by Kevin Nowlan (Hulk Smash/Jack B. Quick). Written by Garth Ennis (Punisher/Preacher),Just A Pilgrim features dramatic artwork by Carlos Ezquerra (Judge Dredd/Adventures In The Rifle Brigade), vivid colors by Paul Mounts and is edited by Jimmy Palmiotti (co-founder/editor Marvel Knights). In stores May 16, 2001 FC, 32pg $2.99 Wizard Entertainment WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #117 Marvel Comics' new Wolverine is drawn by Frank Quitely on the cover to Wizard: The Comics Magazine #117. Take a peak at some of the new X-Men designs by Frank Quitely and Ian Churchill from the forthcoming X-Men comics written by Grant Morrison and Joe Casey. Preview the return of the real Spirit of Vengeance, Johnny Blaze as this issue of Wizard presents the first seven pages of Marvel Knights' Ghost Rider #1 illustrated by Trent Kaniuga (Creed) and written by Devin Grayson (Titans, Black Widow). Remember the Green Arrow pages by Kevin Smith and Phil Hester that ran in Wizard #113, we're doing the same kind of preview again! As more Spider-Man movie photos are released, visit the movie set with us and get more of the scoop from on the film. Plus, preview other top comic book inspired films on the way like, Hulk, Blade 2 and Rising Stars. Meet big-shot Hollywood producer turned hot up-and-coming comic writer Geoff Johns who has worked on great Flash and JSA books for DC Comics. Learn more about his work with director Richard Donner of "Superman The Movie" and " Lethal Weapon" fame. What are this summer's Hottest 5 Buzz Books? Want a hint? Wonder Woman by artist Phil Jimenez is one of them. Find out the others in Wizard #117! Get the latest news you need, along with the greatest coverage of every aspect of comic book entertainment only in Wizard: The Comics Magazine! On sale April 25, 2001 Magazine (X-Men cover by Frank Quitely) $4.99 Magazine (Spider-Man Movie cover) $4.99 WIZARD NEW X-MEN SPECTACULAR FREE NEW X-MEN MARVEL COMIC BOOK! As Marvel Comics revitalizes their X-Men comic book titles with new creators—writers Grant Morrisson (JLA/Marvel Boy) and Joe Casey (Adventures of Superman), along with artists Frank Quitely (JLA Earth 2/The Authority) and Ian Churchill (some Lifeld book)— Wizard Entertainment proudly presents the Wizard NEW X-Men Spectacular. Get everything you need to know about the latest X-Men adventures and story lines as we talk to editor Mark Powers and all of the creators who are working on the current and upcoming X-books, like the Wolverine, Ultimate X-Men and others. Check out exclusive artworks and sketches by Quitley and Churchill. Meet writers Grant Morrison and Joe Casey in an exclusive Wizard Q&A. Other creators like Chris Claremont, Adam Kubert and Mark Millar also offer info, art and clues on some of the shocking surprises that the X-Men will face this year, including deaths, disputes, departures and more. Plus, get the latest on plans for the next X-Men movie. This uncanny Wizard special will have it all. Look for Wolverine, Iceman and Nightcrawler drawn by Ian Churchill on the cover of the Wizard New X-Men Spectacular. Reserve your copy now! This Special will ship before the new X-Men comic book titles from Marvel. EXCLUSIVES & CONTESTS: FREE NEW X-MEN Marvel comic book PREVIEW! This all-new Wizard Pre-Press Edition explodes from pages of Uncanny X-Men #394 and X-Men #114, with the first 4 pages from each of these new Marvel comic books. That's 8 pages of all-new X-Men, with a special bonus art gallery section of new X-Men character design sketches by ALEX ROSS. On sale April 25, 2001 Magazine $4.99 TOYFARE #47 ToyFare: The #1 Action Figure Magazine presents a special report with more coverage from the Toy Fair TOKYO industry event. See all the amazing sites and new toys from the hottest property lines including Final Fantasy, Gundam, Transformers, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Kubricks along with cool stuff from Bandai, Medicom, Takara, Fewture Models, Kaiyodo and more! This month's Specialty Toy Price Guide features Mego action figures. Find out with photos and prices, how Mego figures are trading. From Marvel/DC superheroes to Planet Of The Apes and Star Trek, they're all gonna be here! Spidey and the cast of TWISTED MEGO THEATRE get into more trouble in another all-new sensational episode. Our IMPORT REPORT looks overseas at new toys from Japan and other countries. See the Import Product of the Month, Japan's Top 10 Hottest Toys, a spotlight on an amazing foreign toy line and the hilarious Horrible Knock-Off of the Month! ToyFare's MARKETPLACE gets you inside the latest trends, happenings and more. Get the latest Good Tip/Bad Tip, Regional Reports, a Short Pack Breakdown, the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures and more! ToyFare has the most complete full-color action figure price guide. It doesn't matter if you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super-collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The #1 Action Figure Magazine! Magazine (Final Fantasy Movie Toys cover) $4.99 Magazine (Japanese Optimus Prime Toy cover) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER #74 InQuest Gamer #74 is our special Hollywood issue. Get more on movies that gamers want to see. Visit the set of the new Tomb Raider film starring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. See what's up with Lord Of The Rings, Planet Of The Apes, Harry Potter, Mummy II and much more! Prepare for Magic Apocalypse! The next Magic set hits in June and this issue of InQuest Gamer previews the cards with vital information on who lives and who dies. In the battle to end all battles, we give you the survival odds on which characters will make it through. Plus, all the top secret card information that we can discover. This month's specialty price guide will feature Mage Knight. Get the prices for all of the Mage Knight miniatures and see which ones are the hottest. Magic goes to the movies as InQuest Gamer #74 presents cards based on movies like Jaws, The Terminator and Alien along with other top movie monsters. Examine the future of Magic and learn 10 things the game must do to soar into the 21st century. We'll talk to players, retailers along with the Magic brand team and designers to get input/info on how the game should evolve. This feature will include a discussion of proposed game changes and the addition of a sixth color. Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon and Dragon Ball Z price guides. InQuest Gamer is THE ONLY MAGAZINE THAT FEATURES THE MOST COMPLETE MAGIC PRICE GUIDES and resources to put you at the top of your game. Magazine $4.99 TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE ACTION FIGURES! BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER FROM SEASON 2 Get this all-new Buffy figure with an exclusive short hair style from season II that features a newly sculpted head. Exquisitely sculpted by Clayburn Moore of Moore Action Collectibles, this ToyFare exclusive comes in a special collector box. Complete your set of Buffy figures now with this ToyFare exclusive and get this ToyFare exclusive figure now!This figure will be an extremely limited edition that will only be offered while supplies last! Figure PI O/A TRINITY FROM THE MATRIX From the blockbuster hit film The Matrix, comines this exclusive Trinity action figure. This ToyFare limited edition from N2 Toys features a newly sculpted head without sunglasses. 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This is also the first King-size edition of The Atomics printed on the "fancy-schmancy" paper as well, giving you the finest spotlight for Laura Allred's award-winning colors. This saga is where Luna "It Girl" Romy is kidnapped by the dangerously confused Electric Eel and stolen away to the mysterious "Innerverse." Will he successfully sell her into intergalactic slavery? Can she save herself? Or will the hot pursuit of the rest of the gang arrive in time to save the day? This collection is also of note with the distinctive debut of Spaceman, the greatest sci-fi adventure hero since Flash Gordon (or so says the guy who unboxes the comics at our local comic shop)! The book has got it all! Makes a great gift! Guaranteed to fit on your shelf next to the other squarebound comic books that you may have on a shelf! Act now! Squarebound. FC, 96pg $8.95 AAAARGH! COMICS DESPERATE TIMES VOLUME 2 #4 They say that to make yourself feel better, you should look at someone whose life is more pathetic. Well, we've got what you're looking for! Two guys and the folks around them have lives more pathetic than they care to admit. Everyday humor with great art! The first issue sold out and has been reordered a number of times — don't miss out! b&w, 16pg $2.35 AARDVARK VANAHEIM CEREBUS #266 "Latter Days" Part 1 of 35 — The final Cerebus story arc begins here! Having spent a number of years in the privileged life of a bartender in Cirinist Territory, and having then traveled from plush accommodation to plush accommodation as the traveling companion of the Princess of Palnu, the first thing Cerebus finds outside Cirinist is that he has to find a job in "This Aardvark, This Shepherd!" b&w, 24pg $2.25 CEREBUS VOLUME 14: FORM & VOID TP Reprints Cerebus #251-265. In the concluding half of the "Going Home" storyline, meet Ham Ernestway, the only writer capable of turning Cerebus into a complete drooling fanboy. Ham and his wife Mary guide Cerebus and Jaka along The Chesmi River Trail, north to Sand Hills Creek, Cerebus' boyhood home. Includes the collected notes on Form & Void, "To Ham & Ham Not. Also available as a deluxe limited signed and numbered edition. REG.—SC $25.00 DLX—SC $37.00 STARS OF THE MONTH CEREBUS TP'S Dave Sim's Cerebus began as a parody of Conan, but has expanded and grown into much, much more! Intellectual, entertaining, and thought-provoking, Cerebus is the longest running independent black-and-white comic being published today! SC, b&w VOL. 1 (STAR00070) $25.00 VOL. 2: HIGH SOCIETY (STAR00071) $25.00 VOL. 3: CHURCH & STATE PART I (STAR00271) $30.00 VOL. 4: CHURCH & STATE PART II (STAR00322) $30.00 VOL. 5: JAKA'S STORY (STAR00359) $25.00 *************** ABSTRACT STUDIO STRANGERS IN PARADISE SLIPCASE #1 At last, the perfect SIP Starter Kit! The Strangers In Paradise Slipcase is designed to hold the first three books in the SIP saga containing the entire Volume One and Volume Two library. That means The Collected SIP Vol One, I Dream Of You, and It¹s A Good Life can finally be stored together in one attractive setting, the way they were meant to be. With its beautiful wrap around cover and sturdy construction, this handsome slipcase is the perfect parking place for used or new editions and is available with or without books! EMPTY—Slipcase $12.95 FILLED (SIP 1-3TPs)—Slipcase & Books $47.95 AC COMICS GOLDEN AGE MEN OF MYSTERY SPOTLIGHT SPECIAL #1 This Men of Mystery Special focuses exclusively on this pulp-magazine influenced line, with full-story reprints of Nedor's most important characters, including The Black Terror, Fighting Yank, Doc Strange, Miss Masque, Princess Pantha, and others, as drawn by the likes of Mort Meskin, Jerry Robinson, George Tuska, Frank Frazetta, and Artie Saaf. Plus, text history on the company, a tale starring the very first costumed female adventurer in comics –– The Woman In Red –– and capsule descriptions of additional characters. b&w, 96pg $14.95 BEST OF THE WEST #22 Two newcomers join the B.O.T.W. ranks this issue, with a pair of vintage reprints from Fawcett Comics stable –– real screen cowboy Ken Maynard in "Battle For Black Gold," with art by Carl Pfeufer, and The Golden Arrow in "Return of the Black Arrow," by Ruben Moreira. And of course, three former Magazine Enterprises classics- Frank Bolle's Redmask in "The Girl Who Saw Double," Dick Ayers' Haunted Horseman in "The Scourge of Guilt," and Fred Guardineer's Durango Kid in "The Disappearing Stagecoach." High-quality Western action from the genre's heyday. Cover by Fred Guardineer. b&w, 44pg $5.95 VINTAGE VILLAINS PAK #1 The most notorious bad guys of the 1940's and '50's, both fictional and real, are covered in this nostalgic value pack. See the hideous giant mutant known as The Claw battle his arch-nemesis, Daredevil, as drawn by Jack Cole; Dick Briefer's foreboding Frankenstein monster, the brutal Iron Jaw, Dr. Macabre, Singapore Sal, Bob Powell's disgusting Wall of Flesh, plus, the worst villain of all time –– Adolf Hitler, in both Golden Age and chilling contemporary stories. Art by Wally Wood, Joe Kubert, Dick Ayers, Mike Sekowsky, Bill Black, and more. Includes Reddevil #1, All Hitler #1, Wall of Flesh #1, and Golden Age Greats: Heroes vs. Villains, bagged together as a set. Pak (x4) $21.00 ACG COMICS SHERLOCK HOLMES/TERRY AND THE PIRATES PACK The last issues of Milton Caniff's Terry and the Pirates #5 and the Great Detective Sherlock Holmes #8. Two great 32-page issues with art by Milton Caniff and Frank Giacoia! Pack (x2) $5.90 GIL KANE STAR HAWKS TWIN ISSUES #5-6 Continuing ther series of Gil Kane's rare science fiction strip. Action suspense and wonderful art by the late Gil Kane in two great 32-page issues. Pack (x2) $5.90 JOE KUBERT'S GREEN BERETS TWIN PACK #9-10 It's Berlin in the mid-sixties and the situation is tense. The East Germans and Soviet soldiers all play a role in what is perhaps the best story of the series. More great art by one of the best in the business, Joe Kubert. Pack (x2) $5.90 ADEPT BOOKS STAR OF THE MONTH SWEET COLLECTION TP by Leland Myrick This special edition paperback collects the first five issues of the critically acclaimed series by Ignatz Award-nominated creator Leland Myrick: five tales of quirky love and weird romance that prove love can bloom anywhere — from the dark cell of a women's prison to a human colony on Mars. Perfect-bound. (STAR11734) TP, 128pg, b&w $12.95 ***************** AIT/PLANET LAR COME IN ALONE TP by Warren Ellis "They want me to entertain you bastards," Warren Ellis began his series of columns for the comic book Internet destination website Comic Book Resources. Part social commentary, part sitting-at-the-feet-of-Socrates, part kick in the ass, Come In Alone was the column that would zig when you thought it would zag. This collection of all fifty-two columns includes Ellis' unique take on the comic book industry, features first-class interviews with top-flight comic book professionals, and even includes the legendary "Old Bastard's Manifesto." Wrap this all up in an evocative and spooky cover by Brian Wood, and you've got a collection of commentary that mid-wifed the birth of the comic book industry into the 21st century. SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $16.95 AKF COMICS LINT MCCREE SHADOWS WITHIN SHADOWS #1 by Nate Piekos Lint McCree is startled in the middle of the night by a strange assailant, a speechless child, devoid of emotion. His recent problems with the authorities are compounded when he and Norm must deal with a new hero sent by the Special Resources Department to oversee things, and together they begin to uncover a terrible secret older than the city itself. b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.95 ALTERNATIVE COMICS SLOWPOKE: CAFE POMPOUS by Jen Sorensen Jen Sorensen returns with this hilarious Xeric Award-winning collection of alternative newsweekly strips. Jam-packed with gags, Slowpoke tackles the absurdities of present-day American life with rib-tickling gusto. Uptight Mr. Perkins, jaded Little Gus, and horny Drooly Julie provide a witty commentary on the politics and culture of our times. Find out whether evil scientists succeed in cryogenically freezing Julie's libido. For the finest in absurdist humor and sharp artwork from one of the most talented woman cartoonists working today, Slowpoke: Cafe Pompous is a must! Droll. Squarebound. MATURE READERS b&w, 64pg $5.95 AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS Slave Labor LENORE LUNCH BOX by Roman Dirge Entrust your lunch or other favorite goodies to America's Favorite Little Dead Girl, Lenore, in this great new lunch box designed by Lenore creator Roman Dirge. On one side, she implores you to "Experience my dark muffins," and on the other, announces "I've been embalmed!" Along the edges are other images, including the Taxidermy character, Lenore in her Little Bunny Foo Foo outfit, and a mysterious little piggy. Roman's fans loved the Lenore Doll, and finally have something new to fill their Lenore needs while Roman works on the Lenore feature film from Sony Family Entertainment. (Dark muffins not included) Lunch box MSRP: $19.95 DREADSTAR VOLUME 4 TP by Jim Starlin Is the Monarchy¹s mysterious advisor Z really Dreadstar's old friend Akhnaton? Find out as Z and Vanth Dreadstar face-off in "The Secret of Z," collected from Jim Starlin¹s classic Dreadstar series, collected for your reading pleasure by Slave Labor. SC, 184pg $16.95 ODD JOB #8 by Ian & Tyson Smith Final Issue! For such a small town, Spiral City attracts some of the oddest happenings ever. Moe is hot on the secret to why the city is plagued by the bizarre, but his past is catching up to him. It doesn't help matters that his past includes an 80ft. mutated armadillo. Oddjob #8 sees the return of Armagon, the end of the series, and cameos from thousands of Spiral City's less-known inhabitants. Is this the end for Moe? Will all be answered? Are there any answers, or have the creators been piecing the plots together from Bazooka Joe wrappers and re-runs of Benson? One thing is for certain, buildings will crumble like cardboard and plaster! b&w (8 of 8) $2.95 PHOENIX SQUARE TP by Paul Barlow At the turn of the last century, our hero, Troy is reunited with his long-lost sister Lucinda, and together they take up residency at Phoenix Square. Amongst the labyrinthine buildings, Troy must confront Pygmalion, Master of the Arts and Creator of Life, fight the terrifying Wolf-Man, and escape the clutches of the wretched and ruined Mr. Mycroft in his Warehouse of Terror. Join Troy's journey through this 200-page tale of Victorian folly as he learns to accept that his sister may not be the saviour he had been searching for. A stirring tale of innocence corrupted, daemons, monsters, and old-fashioned family values. SC, 200pg $16.95 PRIVATE BEACH #2 by David Hahn Why are there so many mean women named Rebecca in the world? After a snide encounter with the office 'Rebecca', Trudy leaves work early to have the afternoon to herself. Her afternoon of relaxation is thwarted when she gets a phone call from an irritated Sharona, who has locked herself out of her apartment. Trudy reluctantly agrees to forsake her afternoon off so she can walk over to Sharona's with a spare key. On the way, things take a turn for the strange when Trudy is confronted by the same two Black Suited Men she saw at the beach weeks earlier. What they say to her will change Trudy's life forever. At least that's what they are hoping. Also this issue: a Sharona backup story by Archie and The Simpsons artist, Mike Worley. b&w, 24pg $2.95 RARE CREATURE TP by Kelley Seda Join Amelia Mire, a fragile girl on a bizarre journey through love, surprises, and paranoia with the boy next door, who is anything but, and his cast of unusual friends and mysterious secrets. Will this journey help her start a new life? Or will it be the last piece in the puzzle of her undoing? Pin ups by Jim Mahfood, Mike Huddleston, Scott Morse, Andi Watson, Troy Nixey and more. SC, 96pg $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GLOOM COOKIE #1 CURRENT PRINTING by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Enter a world filled with whimsical tales of social treachery, unrequited love, and monsters under the bed. Readers who enjoy Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Lenore will love the stylistic art and cynical storyline. This issue features nightclub intrigue, Lex and Max's vain pursuit of love, and Sebastian's struggles with disappearing girlfriends. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC CURRENT PRINTING #4 by Jhonen Vasquez A new printing of this Johnny classic. b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A LENORE CURRENT PRINTING #1 by Roman Dirge Part humor, part pathos, Lenore is a unique combination of cuteness and creepiness. Lenore tackles everyday life with a perverted innocence that makes you want to give her a big hug ... then stand back and check that you still have everything attached. Sporting a slick, computer-enhanced art style. b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A LENORE #6 CURRENT PRINTING by Roman Dirge The adventures of America's Favorite Cute Little Dead Girl continue in her sixth big issue. Lenore is cute. Lenore is dead. And, much, much more! b&w, 24pg $2.95 O/A SKELEBUNNIES #1 by Tommy Kovac This brother and sister bunny duo were once living, giggling bunnies — now that they are supernatural horrors, they're giggling even more! Watch as they horrify the creatures of the forest with their strange and inappropriate behavior. See Satan try to bring the Skellies to the dark side — are their attention spans too short to follow him? b&w, 24pg $2.95 **************** STARS OF THE MONTH LENORE VOLUME 2: WEDGIES TP by Roman Dirge Collecting issues #5-8 of this triple-Eisner nominated series, plus an all-new eight page full-color Lenore tale by Roman Dirge. Also includes other Lenore-related tidbits, art, and introduction. (STAR12524) PC, 104pg $13.95 SKELETON KEY TP VOLUME 4: CATS & DOGS by Andi Watson Collecting Skeleton Key #25-30. One problem leads to another when Tiddles, the giant cat visits Tamsin & Kitsune's home. The feline's presence is kept a secret from everyone except their friend Yale, he's left confused (to say the least) by the revelation. The search is then on to find Kitsune a new home. It's a task that requires impersonations, counterfeit cash and dyed hair. (STAR12250) SC, 104pg, b&w $12.95 STITCH TP by Tommy Kovac This edition collects issues #1-4 of the Stitch mini-series (minus the Skelebunnies material). This gothic toy story spins a tale of dolls trapped in an old woman's house, one of whom thinks they might once have been real children. Follow Stitch and his companion, Sock Monkey, as they brave skeleton marionettes, spool soldiers, smelly teddy bears, and a lonely old woman's witchcraft, as they try to escape this disturbing playland! (STAR12422) SC, 7x10, b&w $11.95 ************** ANCIENT STUDIOS LEAGUE OF SUPER GROOVY CRIMEFIGHTERS #4 by Campbell, Massey, & Taylor After running the League out of town Scott Simmons must defend New York from a prison break all by himself. After getting creamed by the inmates he challenges the League to another battle. This time if the League loses, they must forfeit the items of power that make them heroes. But if they win, they can help protect New York. Rockin' round two begins this issue, but how can the League lose again when Scott isn't even trying? All this, plus an eight-page story starring the original Dark Detective! b&w, 32pg $2.95 ANDROMEDA ENTERTAINMENT FIRST WAVE: IN THE BEGINNING by James Anthony, Michael Malbrough, & Matt Busch Cade Foster (Sebastian Spence) was the only human to survive the psychological torture of the GUA endurance tests. Before Crazy Eddie (Rob LaBelle) and Jordan Radcliffe (Traci Elizabeth Lords) joined his cause to reveal the alien invasion plans to the world, Cade was a master thief. What about this man caught the attention of the GUA and turned a reformed criminal into the prototypical human warrior? Join us as we delve into the past and unearth the ghosts of fate to find out how the Twice Blessed man was chosen. Features an illustrated First Wave Season I Episode Guide stocked full of secrets and photos from the show. Meet Traci Elizabeth Lords in an exclusive interview to find out why she is so passionate about her role in First Wave. Lastly, you've enjoyed his phenomenal painted covers on First Wave, Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars. Also available in a photo cover showing Sebastian Spence (Cade Foster), Traci Elizabeth Lords (Jordan Radcliffe), and Rob LaBelle (Crazy Eddie). PAINTED—b&w, 32pg $2.99 PHOTO—b&w, 32pg $2.99 FIRST WAVE: JORDAN RADCLIFFE LTD FOIL CVR ED by James Anthony, Greg LaRocque, & Matt Busch Traci Elizabeth Lords makes her debut in style in this special tie-in issue that reveals behind-the-scenes info about the Raven Nation! Set in the middle of the Raven Nation episode of First Wave, this issue fills in the gaps of who Jordan Radcliffe is and why her connection to Cade Foster, the Twice Blessed Man, is so strong. This special foil cover edition is severely limited and is a perfect keepsake for fans of the show and Traci Elizabeth Lords. FC, 32pg $10.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FIRST WAVE: HEART OF A KILLER #1 Both versions of the exciting first chapter in the First Wave series are available again for a limited time. Get in on the ground floor of the Sci-Fi Channel's original paranormal series as Cade Foster (Sebastian Spence) is lead to Riker's Island by the mysterious writings of Nostradamus to uncover an alien experiment. What he finds may destroy him and end his quest to save earth from the Second Wave! REG. COVER—32pg $2.99 PHOTO COVER—32pg $2.99 Exiled Studios GREG LAROCQUE'S: THE EXILED ZONE #1 by Greg LaRocque, Scott Lobdell, & Dan Parsons Crybaby is back! Forged in fire and brimstone the one woman with the power to change the universe is thrown into an explosive adventure when she arrives on Earth. Continuing the odyssey presented in the Crybaby series, she must team up with her rebellious companions Trouble & Centarian to uncover the forces that expelled her to this strange new world. Unbeknown to the inhabitants of New York, an entire alien world full of amazing abilities and powers are unleashed from the rip in the cosmic fabric. Before long the Out of Towners are born and come face to face with Earth's premiere super team, the Dreamwatch Team! Greg LaRocque (First Wave) is the man who revolutionized DC's Flash series. Together with Scott Lobdell (X-Men) and Dan Parsons (Warren Ellis Strange Kiss, Battlestar Galactica) he brings a fantastic dream world to life with innovative stories, beautiful art, and a love for sequential story telling! Join him on this ride of a lifetime for true comic book enthusiasts! b&w, 32pg $2.99 ANTARCTIC PRESS BENZINE #7 by Ben Dunn & Various All the stuff that's fit to talk about from the maven of modern Ameri-manga, Ben Dunn. The latest news, reviews, opinions and commentary from Ben about comics, manga, movies, and whatever else he wants to talk about. Features on a rotating basis: Asrial: Salusian Armored Corps, Tiger-X, Mighty Tiny, Ninja High School, and much, much more! See why this is the anthology everyone's talking about! Bimonthly. b&w, 48+pg $4.95 GOLD DIGGER MONTH! It's Gold Digger Month! Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Gold Digger with special items being offered this month only! GOLD DIGGER #22 by Fred Perry AP Core Title. GD Month! Gina Diggers is called to the Library of Time in Shangri-la to help Kahn with an enigmatic section of the library that has suddenly made itself available. Empress Lynn, ever mindful of priorities, decides Gina's visit is the perfect opportunity to rub her engagement to Kahn in her face. Gina's got plenty else to distract her, though—while exploring, the three find a book written by the Library of Time's creators: the Shadows, the Nomad Artificers and the Gardeners of the Stars! See why this series gets more and more readers every issue! FC, 24pg $2.95 GOLD BRICK COLLECTION #2 by Fred Perry GD Month! What's better than a brick of 25 Gold Digger issues in one volume? How about TWO bricks? That's right, it's a second titanic tome of ticklish tales, trials and tribulations of Gina, Cheetah and the rest of the GD cast. The first Gold Brick was a huge success, leaving fans clamoring for more, and by Jade, AP delivers! This second monster volume collects issues #26-50 of the black-and-white Gold Digger series. Another 600 pages of fun and adventure to amuse and entertain, to bring back memories or discover for the first time, and to swat any pesky were-gerbils that might be nibbling on your collection. SC, 7x10, 600pg, b&w $49.95 GOLD DIGGER SWIMSUIT SPECIAL 2001 by Fred Perry, Ben Dunn, & Various GD Month! Back for more fun in the sun, the popular Gold Digger Swimsuit annual is a bucket-load of stories and pin-ups featuring characters based on Fred Perry's popular series in all their beachwear best! See your favorite AP artists or fans drawing all their favorite GD characters in this summer fun issue! b&w, 48pg $4.50 GOLD DIGGER POSTER SIGNED by Fred Perry GD Month! Miss out on celebrating Gold Digger Month last year with this? Well, now's your chance for an even better deal! Get your copy of this gorgeous 22" x 34" reproduction of the cover to the full-color Gold Digger #1, signed by Fred Perry himself! Quantities are limited and allocations may occur, so reserve yours soon! FC, 22x34 $12.95 GOLD DIGGER 10TH ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRT GD Month! Gold Digger Month is off and running with this newest T-shirt offering, featuring everybody's favorite archeologist/super-scientist/adventurer! This full color T-shirt was designed by series creator Fred Perry. As always, AP's T- shirt runs are limited by initial orders, so once they sell out, they won't be reprinted! L-XL $17.99 XXL $18.99 GOLD DIGGER 10TH ANNIVERSARY EMBROIDERED CAP GD Month! What a way to "cap" things off for Gold Digger month! For the first time in 5 years, AP is proud to offer a new, fully embroidered, full-color cap featuring the famous Gold Digger logo seen in the Gold Digger color series. The first cap sold out completely in almost no time, and we expect no less this time around. We will be producing this cap based on initial orders, so once they're gone... just hope you don't have to wait another 5 years! Authorized by the man himself... creator Fred Perry! Cap $19.99 ************************* FRED PERRY POWER PACK You don't want to miss this chance for a choice selection of the back-issues of the title that made Fred Perry famous. Get a six- pack of six different Fred Perry-based comics for one low price! Some of the titles which may be randomly packed are: Gold Digger, Robotech, Furrlough and many more! Pack (x6) $6.95 HOW TO DRAW MANGA #5 Antarctic Press continues its series of "how-to-draw-manga" guidebooks! Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, Adam Warren, and Joe Wight continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style and will emphasize layout in this issue. Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. Some topics we will cover in the series are advanced figure study, costumes, mecha, comic storytelling and composition. If you don't get it... you'll regret it! b&w, 32pg $4.95 KAMIKAZE: 1946 #6 by Ted Nomura AP Core Title. "Fortress Japan"—The final battle of the invasion of Japan occurs in Tokyo in December 1946. With chemical and biological weapons being introduced to stop the tide of the Allied juggernaut, Sgt. Morrow and his team of X Company spearhead the mission to capture the Emperor of Japan alive! Unfortunately, they are faced with a new league of Japanese suicide troops, including a female motorcycle team dubbed the "Wild Angels." This is the final issue of the current Kamikaze series. In August AP will start a 48-page anthology series titled the Tigers of the Luftwaffe, which will expand the format to cover the entire 150-year range of the "Families of Altered Wars" saga! Bimonthly. b&w, 24pg $2.95 MANGAZINE #22 by Various All the hijinks of Ninja High School, all the action of the "Families of Altered Wars" saga, all the outlandish exploring of Gold Digger and all the holy heroics of Warrior Nun Areala! All this plus extra stories and art to round out the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired adventures in America! Wrap it up in a spectacular cover by Joe Wight (background painter for Star Wars: The Manga) and you've got Mangazine! As always, more than 100 pages of comics and new features every month! Squarebound. SC, 7x10, 140+pg, PC $8.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #84 by Ben Dunn & Hiro-san AP Core Title. Continuing the "Past, Present and Future" story arc, this issue focuses on Ichi. Ever since Asrial left Earth, Ichi has been a different person. Having learned the cruel lessons of humility, she has taken on the responsibilities of being clan leader. But that position came with a price, a price that she continues to pay. Now a ninja tournament is coming up, and the honor of her clan is on the line. However, as a clan leader, she is forbidden to participate. Can Ichi find a champion to help her, and what is the wager Lendo makes? FC, 24pg $2.95 WARRIOR NUN AREALA: GHOSTS OF THE PAST #3 by Anthony Zicari & Craig Babiar AP Core Title. "Ghosts of the Past": Part 3—The scavenger hunt that began last issue continues as everyone fights to gain control of the four artifacts scattered to the four corners of New York City! It's a knockdown, drag-out, no-holds-barred contest! Whoever wins holds the power of the artifacts, and with them, the power to control the full might and menace of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse! Eleanore, the Four Horsemen, and the secret criminal organization match wits and fists as the all-out free-for-all reaches a fever pitch. Running on empty, Eleanore continues to fight towards the final goal, knowing she cannot rest until the task at hand is complete. Meanwhile, the clandestine, shadowy organization known only as The Twelve begin to let their presence be known and felt. Are they Eleanore's friends or foes? And what do they want with her? b&w, 24pg (3 of 4) $2.95 ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS ARCHIE AMERICANA SERIES: BEST OF THE EIGHTIES TP by Various By popular demand, the fifth installment of this popular paperback series is finally here, highlighting the wild decade of the '80s! This 96-page trade paperback features the best stories of the 1980s collected into one, high-grade volume. Computers! New Wave! Urban cowboys! Preppies! E.T.! Roller Boogie! Michael Jackson! Cabbage Patch Kids! Break-dancing! Trivial Pursuit! Music videos! It's all here in this amazing volume! Foreword by Diamond Comic Distributors founder Steve Geppi. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $10.95 ARCHIE #510 by Various & Goldberg "The Mary-Go Round": Archie tries to make his mom feel like a teenager on her birthday — by inviting her to hang out with all his friends! "Job Juggling": Some people will eat you out of house and home, but if you're one of the unfortunate employers to hire Jughead, he'll eat you out of business! "Mr. Lodge & I": If Mr. Lodge had a penny for every time he threw Archie out of his mansion, he'd be a gazillionaire! "A Tale of 2 Similars": Jughead finds out Archie's mechanic has the same car as Archie — except for a radical, custom-painted design! Naturally, he plays a practical joke and pulls a switch! FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #48 by Bill Golliher & Rex Lindsey "Giving Them the Business": Mr. Lodge convinces the kids to start their own businesses, but with Archie and friends at the helm, it definitely won't be business as usual! FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE'S WEIRD MYSTERIES #14 by Paul Castiglia & Fernando Ruiz "The Return of the Mighty Crusaders": Because the fans demanded it: after their triumphant return in Archie's Weird Mysteries #3, those daring do-gooders are back — but they might not be for long! When the Eraser perfects a device that sends every Crusader except Black Jack into limbo, Black Jack must travel back to Archie's dimension and enlist the aid of none other than the Super Teens to be substitute Crusaders. He'll need all the help he can get, as the Monster Master and his scary army of Monstroids join forces with the evil Eraser! Can Pureheart, Capt. Hero, Superteen, Evilheart, Miss Vanity and Mighty Moose rise to the challenge of rescuing the world's mightiest heroes? FC, 32pg $1.99 ARCHIE DIGEST #181 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, Jon D'Agostino, and more! Digest, FC $2.19 ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #126 by Various Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, Jon D'Agostino, and more! Digest, FC $3.29 BETTY #100 by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg "The Big Break-Up" Part Two: Part Two of a Very Special Story! Last issue, readers were shocked and astonished to see Betty dump Archie! Will the break-up stick? Is Betty's new beau here to stay, or will Archie work his way back into Betty's heart? You won't want to miss the stunning conclusion to the most romantic story of the year! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA #162 by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Schultz "Bad Girl Gone Good": Veronica is in another rip-roarin' mood, but her bad behavior is sure to backfire! "The Best Policy": Archie decides that total honesty will impress the girls... but someone should have told him holding your tongue beats brutal honesty any day! FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA #163 by Various "The Big Scene": Betty gets a summer job at the Riverdale Library and starts a "teen lounge" where teens can enjoy not only books but magazines, comic books and CD's, too! "Digging For Buried Treasure": It's buccaneer fun when Betty and Veronica flash back to the "Little Archie" days, reminiscing about how they used to pretend they were pirates and made Archie "walk the plank!" "A Cold Day In July": On the hottest day of the year, Mr. Lodge employs a snow-making machine to cool the girls off — but when it gets out of control, the whole town is in the "deep freeze!" FC, 32pg $1.99 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #121 by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette — teen dream queens Betty and Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #98 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 Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, Jon D'Agostino, and more! Digest, FC $3.29 JUGHEAD #137 by Craig Boldman & Rex Lindsey "Lemon Harangue": Jughead agrees to mind a lemonade stand for a neighborhood kid, but winds up convincing all the customers not to buy it — more for him to drink! FC, 32pg $1.99 JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #77 by Various It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.29 LAUGH DIGEST #167 by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales by Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, Jon D'Agostino, and more! Digest, FC $2.19 SABRINA VOLUME 2 #20 by Mike Gallagher & Dave Manak Based on the all-new animated series from DIC, airing on the ABC and UPN networks! It's another magical day in the life of everyone's favorite almost-a-witch, Sabrina, and her wacky teenage aunts and uncle! And don't forget Salem. Will Sabrina steal another spell from her aunt's "Spookie Jar" and turn her Junior High upside down? Is Archie's hair red? FC, 32pg $1.99 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #97 by Karl Bollers & James Fry "My Secret Identity": Geoffrey manages to piece together half of Uncle Chuck's message from the damaged Shadow-Bot, and he and his secret service team embark on a mission to Robotropolis to retrieve it. Meanwhile, an incognito Sonic begins his quest for Arachnis and Tails, but is sidetracked by Geoffrey's mission. The intrigue thickens when both the secret service and Sonic are captured by Overlanders, and Sonic does his best to maintain his anonymity in the midst of his cellmates. Can Sonic aid in their escape without blowing his cover? All this plus surprising, unexpected revelations about Robotnik and Tails! And what's with all the missing Overlanders? PLUS!: Another thrilling Knuckles back-up story by Ken Penders and Ron Lim, this time guest-starring everyone's favorite, Sonic's buddy Tails! FC, 32pg $1.99 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #98 by Karl Bollers & James Fry "Blow By Blow": This thrill-a-minute issue is not to be missed! After returning to Knothole, Geoffrey informs Elias that Robotnik still has robotization on his mind. Sally disguises herself as a servant and manages to sneak out of Castle Acorn in order to go see Sonic, but Sonic has his hands full trying to stay incognito while he continues his quest for Arachnis and the Sword — not to mention Mina, Sally's latest rival for Sonic's affections! The intrigue never ends in a plot where Kodos, Doctor Quack, Tails, Nate, Elias and Knuckles all play a part! And just like the previous issue — what's with all the missing Overlanders? PLUS!: Another thrilling Knuckles back-up story by Ken Penders and Ron Lim, guest-starring Tails! FC, 32pg $1.99 VERONICA #114 by Various & Dan Parent "Trouble By the Yard": Mr. Lodge hopes to get Veronica's mind off Archie by encouraging her to take up landscaping — but wait till he sees her topiary tribute to ol' carrot top! "To Thy Own Self Be Veronica": Veronica is determined to win over the new boy in town — even if she has to keep changing her personality to do it! FC, 32pg $1.99 STARS OF THE MONTH Relive each hilarious decade in Archie Comics' history with the Archie Americana series! In honor of the upcoming Best of the Eighties volume, Archie makes these companion volumes available once more! ARCHIE AMERICANA SERIES CURRENT PRINTINGS by Various These volumes contain some of the best of classic Archie comics! By re-presenting the stories exactly as they appeared in their era, readers get a sense of the history and tradition of Archie, as well as an idea of how much things have changed. SC, 7x10, 96-128pg, FC BEST OF THE '40S (STAR06845) $11.95 BEST OF THE '50S (STAR08201) $9.95 BEST OF THE '60S (STAR01270) $9.95 BEST OF THE '70S (STAR08202) $9.95 ****************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARCHIE'S VACATION SPECIALS #5-8 Take a vacation with Archie and his friends! Summer is right around the corner, and families will be packing up for vacations while other kids will be off to summer camp. What better way to pass time on those trips than by reading the timeless adventures of Archie and his friends? We make it easy, by making these popular issues available once more! #5—FC, 48pg $2.00 #6—FC, 48pg $2.25 #7—FC, 48pg $2.29 #8—FC, 48pg $2.49 ASIAPAC BOOKS THE CELESTIAL ZONE VOLUME 13: ASSAULT ON MT. DREAM-CLOUD Danian Chuyi has learned that the evil forces are heading for Mt. Dream-Cloud for an all-out assault. But before she could warn Wang Chan and the rest, she was poisoned by Three-Star Toad, who had infiltrated the fortress and disclosed crucial information of Mt Dream-Cloud to the three honchos of the evil realm. After a failed bid to stop Three-Star Toad, Wang Chan got Xing Ling to lead women, elderly folks, and children out of the fortress through a secret passage, while he and other combat-fit men prepared for the impending battle. Unfortunately, Xue Wu and Wei Qi, both of whom would have been a great help, were taken captive by Red Phoenix and Xuan Hua Tian Yuan on their way to Mt Dream-Cloud... (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, b&w $9.95 ****************** ASTONISH COMICS ZOOM'S ACADEMY FOR THE SUPER GIFTED #1 by Jason Lethcoe What if you were thirteen years old and everything in your life was going wrong? What if your Dad suddenly let you in on a secret so big that it would change your life forever? What if you tried on a magic ring that began to glow mysteriously with blue fire? What if you found yourself in a place where the kids can run faster than a speeding bullet and lift 100 times their own body weight? There's only one answer. Your name would be summer and you would be at Zoom's Academy for the Super Gifted. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $3.50 HEROBEAR BEANBAG PLUSH TOY Tyler's magical inheritance is reproduced here in a nostalgic stuffed version of Herobear! This little bear is perfect for protecting all of your Herobear and the Kid stuff from wandering fingers that don't have permission to touch! Toy SRP: $15.00 HEROBEAR AND THE KID #3 by Mike Kunkel With X-5, the wind-up Robot Menace, running amok in the city Tyler and Herobear have their hands full for their first adventure. But is this too much for them to handle? And what about the strange "broken" pocket watch that led them there? What else can it do? For that matter, what can Herobear actually do? Tyler learns some lessons in trust and friendship … and what it takes to be a hero. PC, 32pg $3.50 HEROBEAR T-SHIRT #2: FLYING Have fun flying with Tyler and Herobear in this bold image from issue #2. A sweet shirt, to say the least! KIDS LG SRP: $17.00 ADULT XL SRP: $17.00 *************** AVATAR PRESS WARREN ELLIS' BAD WORLD #1 by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows Warren Ellis unleashes his latest masterpiece! From the creative team of the critically acclaimed Dark Blue, comes a three issue descent into the foulest reaches of the world we live in. A world of beauty in the eyes of many, but to bleeding-edge writer Warren Ellis, a world filled with evil, sin, decay and filth. A Bad World indeed. In this mini series, Ellis explores the far edges of humanity, the people who are hanging to reality by the thinnest of threads, and those that are simply off their rockers. Stunning hyper-detailed art by Jacen Burrows. Also available in an eye-popping wraparound cover! MATURE READERS REG.––b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50 WRAPAROUND––b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.95 DEMONSLAYER: VENGEANCE #2 by Marat Mychaels Demonslayer catches fire as this pulse-pounding second issue kicks the action into high gear. Xan unleashes his secret plan to get vengeance on Demonslayer once and for all with a shape shifter who turns into a clone of Demonslayer! Even her closest allies can't tell them apart and it's the cat fight of the year as the stunning Jacyln has to fight a mirror image of herself in a battle to the death. Marat Mychaels keeps turning up heat on his stunning artwork that made this series a smash hit at Image and is now burning up the charts at Avatar! Also available in Bikini and Jungle Girl covers. REG.—b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.50 BIKINI COVER—b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.50 JUNGLE GIRL COVER–– b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) $3.50 THRESHOLD #40 Mike Wolfer's Razor opus continues in this scorching second chapter. As Pandora gets sucked into the mix, investigating a bizarre robbery, she gets tangled up in Widow's web yet again! All the while Razor is transforming into... Emma's worst fear! Tim Seeley continues on the art for the second chapter of writer Robert Lugibihl's Lookers tale of a rouge Yakuza assassin who has embarrassed both the girls one time to many! Rounding out the issue is a penultimate Nira X story, and one of the classic Cyberangels dies! NOTE: The Razor cover is not available in Hong Kong or Canada. MATURE READERS LOOKERS COVER—b&w, 48pg $4.95 NIRA X NUDE COVER—b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 RAZOR COVER—b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 4) $4.95 RAZOR DULT COVER—b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 AVENGELYNE: REVELATION ROYAL BLUE #1 by Christensen, Seifert, & Shaw The next in our sell-out series of ultra-rare Royal Blue editions! An unknowing pawn of a powerful demon, Avengelyne finds herself thrown into the sordid, sensual, barbaric world of ancient Rome! Persecuted along with the other Christians, the Earth Angel is forced into Gladiator combat in the Coliseum! But it's not humans she has to fight, the combatants are all horrific demons and monsters! Can Avengelyne conquer the other supernatural opponents to prevent the most ancient of prophecies — the apocalypse itself? Limited to a scant 100 copies. All copies ship specially packaged to prevent damage. Comes with a certificate of authenticity. FC, 32pg MSRP: $75.00 AVENGELYNE: DARK DEPTHS HEAVENLY BODY EDITION #1 by Robert Lugibihl & Rick Lyon As if there was any doubt, Avengelyne's stunning figure is proudly displayed on Matt Martin's cover for this Heavenly Body Edition. Avengelyne gets swept into an underwater adventure as carnivorous creatures emerge from the sea and start eating innocent beach-goers. But they are only the tip of the iceberg, as all sorts of underwater monsters are on the loose, and the mysterious and sultry Coral has something to do with it. Can Avengelyne stop these horrific ocean creatures, much less their master on the sea floor? Limited to just 1000 copies. FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $5.95 COVEN: SPELLCASTER #1/2 BEWITCHED EDITION by Christensen, Seifert, & Rio Matt Martin is unleashed on this sexy variant of the blockbuster re-launch of Coven!! The all-new action starts right here with this special issue featuring new color art by Al Rio! When the forces of Hell have trapped the soul of her mother, Spellcaster is ready to unleash all of her magic to get it back! Limited to 1000 copies. FC, 16pg $5.95 COVEN: SPELLCASTER AL RIO PRISM FOIL #1 by Christensen, Seifert, & Rio Avatar's Previews Exclusive Prism foil editions continue to sell-out as fans everywhere realize they are incredibly rare variants and an incredibly great price! Coven is back, better than ever! The legendary series returns in full color with all new art by Al Rio! This first issue focuses on the sexy Spellcaster as she must fight the forces of Hell to rescue the soul of her murdered mother. But what if the ruler of Hell has other plans for Spellcaster? Limited to 500 copies. All copies ship bagged and boarded. FC, 32pg MSRP: $12.95 DEMONSLAYER SIGNED #0 by Robert Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels Here is your chance to get the elusive origin story of Jaclyn the Demonslayer that was previously available only from Tower Records! Now this all-new, never reprinted, story is available from Previews for the first time, and limited to just 1000 copies signed by the creator and artist, Marat Mychaels! All for a special low price! All copies ship bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. FC, 16pg MSRP: $5.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DEMONSLAYER #1-3 by Marat Mychaels First printing copies of the original Image series are available once again! FC, 32pg $2.95Ea. ***************** LUSCIOUS: THE COLLECTED ART OF AL RIO—PANDORA COVER The Luscious Al Rio art book is now available with this stunning Pandora cover. Al Rio has established himself as one of the most popular artists in the industry with his curvaceous women and powerful storytelling. This square bound art book covers his entire illustrious career from his early years drawing for the Brazilian Playboy magazine to his most current work on Avengelyne and more. Collected inside is choice material from the two sold out issues of Exposed: The Erotic Art of Al Rio as well as tons of new and unseen material! This art book will, for the first time, reveal some of his unpublished top secret projects that are coming out in 2001! This special Pandora cover is limited to 500 copies. MATURE READERS SC, b&w, 96pg $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WARREN ELLIS' STRANGE KISS TP by Warren Ellis & Mike Wolfer Finally, the entire Strange Kiss series is back in print and collected in one volume! Featuring an all-new introduction by Warren Ellis, and new pin-up art by Mike Wolfer. Strange Kiss is best described by Ellis himself: "A horrific murder-suicide in the middle of a busy city street at midday; an old man rotting and bloating in a hospital bed, something sick gestating inside him; in a darkened place close by, people screaming, impregnated, doomed. Something beautiful and awful is trying to reproduce, and its strange kiss is only to be feared." (STAR12541) MATURE READERS SC, b&w, 72pg $8.95 ******************** BASEMENT COMICS CAVEWOMAN: KLYDE & MERIEM "BEAUTY, BLIZZARD & THE BEAST" by Budd Root Budd Root is back for this beautiful special edition cover to the Klyde & Meriem One-Shot, entitled "Beauty, Blizzard & The Beast." This is one of the best Cavewoman stories to come along in quite some time, and this special edition has the cover to match! Meriem is caught in a furious and deadly winter storm, and only the mighty Klyde can save her! This special edition is limited to only 950 copies worldwide! Each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded. b&w, 24pg SRP: $8.95 CAVEWOMAN "BUDDIES II" LIMITED NUMBERED EDITION PRINT by Budd Root Basement Comics presents the second limited numbered edition of a two-print set! Entitled "Buddies II," this awesome print features Meriem and her baby T-Rex buddy stalking through the jungle at night! Incredible artwork by the one-and-only Budd Root, with coloring by Tusk Colors! This 11" x17" print is limited to 400 copies, and comes numbered with a Certificate of Authenticity. Printed on high-quality 80lb white enamel stock and enclosed in a large gray envelope imprinted with the Cavewoman logo! Quantities are limited. Allocations may occur. b&w, 11x17 $17.00 BIG HAIRY APE COMICS THE "STRANGE" TRILOGY 3-PACK The comics debut of 2000, available again in a handy, reduced-price 3-pack! The "Strange" Trilogy, consisting of Strange Pirate Tales, Strange Fairy Tales, and Strange Battle Tales, marked the raucous and riotous debut of Big Hairy Ape Comics, with creator Steve Mannion (Detective Comics, Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty, DC's Big Books) letting loose with his zany interpretations of three classic genres. Dirty Pirates! Valiant Heroes! Hot Babes! Smoking Dinosaurs! Wicked Demons! Dastardly Villains! Big Guns! Alternate History! It's all here, done in a wacky, irrepressible style as only Steve Mannion and Big Hairy Ape Comics can do. If you like stylish MAD Magazine and EC-style stories done tongue-in-cheek with a wink of the eye, then don't miss out on this fantastic deal! This will be the last chance to order these hard-to-find books! Pack (x3) $8.00 BLACK LIBRARY WARHAMMER MONTHLY #42 All hail the God-Machine! Imperius Dictatio leads the charge on this issue's awe-inspiring cover by Mark (Durham Red) Harrison! Inside, Princeps Hekate and his crew bulldoze into the first episode of Titan: Ground Zero — stomp it to pieces and incinerate the remains! Meanwhile, Gravier wakes to a horrific sight in Inquisitor, and Malus Darkblade becomes embroiled in the power politics of Hag Graef. And don't miss the first installment of Crusade, as a storm of Puritanical wrath descends upon Ulli & Marquand, courtesy of an old embittered enemy. Plus: interviews, features, letters, and more! (CAUT: 4) b&w, 40pg $2.95 INFERNO! #24 Awesome science fiction and fantasy from the darkest corners of the Warhammer universe. This infernal issue sees the return of Flight Commander Jaeger as Gav Thorpe's Raptor Squadron roar back onto our pages. A dark elf assassin plots the death of a defiant Bretonnian noble. Meanwhile, it's Business as Usual for one ganger as he tangles with his rivals, the law, and... Tyranids!? Also in this action-packed issue, the deviant filth of Chaos are unleashed in an epic battle feature by Ralph Horsley, and much, much more! b&w, 68pg $6.95 INQUISITOR: ASCENDANT GN by Dan Abnett & Simon Coleby Chaos blights the Imperial world of Nicodemus, and Inquisitor Defay and his young apprentice Gravier are dispatched to investigate its cause. All the evidence suggests that the Chaos taint is limited to the bloodline of the Matheldas family. Aided by Sarthos, an Ecclesiarchy cardinal, the two Inquisitors set about dispensing the Emperor's divine retribution upon the heretic scum. But the infestation of Nicodemus runs deeper than even Defay could have imagined. Storming Warhammer 40,000 action from the pens of Dan (Magik, Legion Lost) Abnett and Simon Coleby. SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $10.95 BLINDWOLF STUDIOS CAPTAIN CAMEL AND THE SPACE CHICKEN #1 by Art Baltazar Finally, the fearless space adventurer, Captain Camel, and his daring young sidekick, the Space Chicken, star in their very first Super Action Special! Join in the fun as our heroes travel to far and distant worlds, see new and exciting places, fight terrifying creatures… and meet mysterious waitresses! Action-packed with bounty hunters, aliens, monsters, witches, rocks, bugs, and slugs! This super-fast-paced space thrill-ride will have you laughing your asteroids off! From those wacky guys who brought you Patrick the Wolf Boy! b&w, 64pg $6.95 BLUE LINE PRO COMICS PARTS UNKNOWN COLLECTION HC by Beau Smith & Brad Gorby This hardcover volume collects the original Parts Unknown series by Beau Smith and Brad Gorby! See where the Parts Unknown series all began with this hardcover collection, featuring a never-before-seen wraparound cover by Gorby in full, deep color! Limited to 100 copies. Also available signed by writer/creator Beau Smith! REGULAR—HC, 7x10, 114pg, b&w $24.95 SIGNED—HC, 7x10, 114pg, b&w (CAUT: 2) $39.95 PARTS UNKNOWN: KILLING ATTRACTIONS #1 SIGNED by Beau Smith & Brad Gorby Published by Image Comics, this first issue comes autographed by colorful Parts Unknown creator Beau Smith! Each issue will be signed, bagged, and include a Blue Line Pro Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 300 copies. Full color cover by Flint Henry. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $9.95 WARLACE POSTER SIGNED by Bob Hickey An 11" x 17" full color poster signed by Warlace creator Bob Hickey! Shipped flat and includes a Blue Line Pro Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 500 copies. (CAUT: 4) Poster, 11x17, FC $4.95 BONGO COMICS BART SIMPSON COMICS #4 by Shaw, Simone, Worley, Ho, & Morrison First, Lisa goes on a game show in order to settle a bet with Bart and capture Homer's attention. But when she gets sick, Lisa discovers that cold medicine is the great intellectual equalizer. Then, Milhouse decides its time to learn how to defend himself by taking karate classes. Finally, another Professor Frink invention in Bart's hands gives Maggie the ability to fly! FC, 32pg $2.50 SIMPSONS COMICS #58 by Bates, Gonzalez, & Morrison When Mayor Quimby, caught in yet another scandal and up for re-election, decides to curry the favor of the religious right in Springfield by enacting Sunday Blue Laws, he suddenly finds himself in the political fight of his life. The hastily assembled Keg Party is championing their own candidate… Homer Simpson! But how low will Homer stoop to win the election? Just ask his campaign manager, Fat Tony! FC, 32pg $2.50 BROADSWORD COMICS TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #8 by Jim Balent "The Return of the Dark Witch" Part 2—Raven Hex is ambushed by the Shadow Coven, who has marked her for death. It's Dark Magick versus Darker Magick as Raven fights for her survival. Meanwhile, eerie events continue in Salem. Tarot and Jon come face to face with the legendary specter The Headless Horseman, as the ghost, Crypt Chick, tempts the new apprentice, Willowry, to betray her Dark Mistress, Raven Hex. This issue comes three ways: Regular, Signed, and as a Deluxe Edition which features a 6 ½" x 10" black-and-white penciled lithograph of the sultry specter, "Crypt Chick," from the drawing board of Jim Balent himself! Also signed by the artist and numbered, limited to 1000.The comic book and lithograph come bagged and boarded together. Ships with a 50/50 variant cover. REG.—FC.32pg $2.95 SIGNED—FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $10.00 DLX.—FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $19.95 RAVEN HEX LITHOGRAPH & FRAGRANCE PACK This pack includes a ravenous Raven Hex black-and-white lithograph for your wall, and two uninhibited half-dram scents to wear. The 6 ½" x 10" litho has been penciled by the Master of Dark Mistresses, Jim Balent, and the two scents that accompany it are: Raven Hex: a sensual, naughty fragrance tempting you with a blend of Amazon lily, musk, and pumpkin; and Crypt Chick: with the bouquet of a gothic graveyard, a ghostly elixir of wild flowers with an echo of crypt dusk will haunt your nights. Litho signed by Jim Balent and limited to 1,000 copies. MATURE READERS Pack $20.00 BUD PLANT OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPIRIT CASEBOOK VOLUME 2: ALL ABOUT P'GELL TP by Will Eisner Originally published at $18.95. The ultimate femme fatale –– the beautiful but deadly nemesis of Eisner's classic detective, The Spirit. Collected here, 17 of the greatest Spirit stories featuring that seductive criminal, whose eight husbands all met mysterious, untimely deaths: from "The Portier Fortune" to The Capsitrano Jewels," classic crime noir tales. Includes extra outtakes and a rare 1973 final appearance. SC, 160pg, b&w $8.40 O/A OMAHA THE CAT DANCER COMIC & CARD SET by Reed Waller & Kate Worly SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set SRP: $8.99 O/A SILENT CITY by Erez Yakin Originally published at $24.95. Silent City tells the story of a barren industrial landscape, its solemn inhabitants, and a young boy who sparks a revolt against his amoral rulers. But it is much more. Completed when the author was only eighteen, Erez Yakin's wordless graphic novel is an allegory for the human mind. Inspired by the Fritz Lang film Metropolis and the work of renowned woodcut artist Lynd Ward, it is an exploration of suppressed human emotions. Featuring an introduction by acclaimed Russian poet and political voice Yevgeny Yevtushenko. This new edition features new quad-tone printing on exceptional paper, producing rich tones and exquisite detail. SC, 104pg, FC SRP: $10.99 O/A MR. MONSTER: HIS BOOKS OF FORBIDDEN KNOWLEDGE VOLUME 1 HC by Michael T. Gilbert Originally published at $22.95. This first volume in the saga of Mr. Monster resurrects an obscure Golden Age cartoonist's character named Mr. Monster, and continues his adventures in an all-new version of this creepy, monster-fighting hero! With a healthy dose of contemporary reality and black humor, this volume introduces the character with such tales as "Case of the Reluctant Werewolf," "The Hemo-Horror," "Yellow Death," and "Demon of Destiny Drive." HC, 6x9, 145pg, FC SRP: $8.99 ***************** CARTOON BOOKS BONE #43 by Jeff Smith At long last, the heroes reach the sacred wall of the old capital –– but what will they find there? Join the Bone cousins as they continue their journey in one of the most popular adventure in comics! b&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BONE VOLUME FOUR: THE DRAGONSLAYER by Jeff Smith Collecting issues 20-27, plus a four-page prequel that appeared in the 20th Anniversary Heavy Metal Deluxe Edition, this book covers some of the most exciting, suspenseful, and fantastic chapters of the Bone saga ever produced! From the nighttime journey of Fone Bone, Thorn, and Gran'ma Ben and their terrifying encounter with Kingdok, to the ridiculous manipulation of the villagers and Phoney Bone's sunrise ceremony to sacrifice the Great Red Dragon! Packed with new illustrations by Jeff Smith! HC (STAR06528)—184pg, b&w $24.95 SC (STAR06702)—184pg, b&w $16.95 ***************** CHAOS! COMICS THE MUMMY: VALLEY OF THE GODS #1 by Marv Wolfman & Matt Broome; Colored by Digital Broome. The Mummy comes to Chaos! and it's time for you to unwrap the suspense! It began thousands of years ago in ancient Egypt, and now a new year begins in 1927, when the inimitable Rick O'Connell returns with his new wife, Evelyn, her brother, Jonathan and the man named Ardeth Bay to face a menace even more deadly than Imhotep, "The Mummy." But can they stop what lurks beneath the "Valley Of The Gods?" An action-packed, all-original comics novel in three thrilling chapters. Also, introducing the menace of "The Scorpion King," played by the WWFs The Rock — a powerful force of nature featured in the upcoming blockbuster movie, The Mummy Returns! Available in a painted cover version, or a Variant Photo cover edition, featuring the "People¹s Champion," The Rock, as the menacing Scorpion King! PAINTED COVER—FC, 32pg $2.99 VARIANT PHOTO—FC, 32pg $2.99 MUMMY: VALLEY OF THE GODS #1 PREMIUM EDITION Cover by Mike Weiringo, Rick Koslowski, & Digital Broome Mike Wieringo illustrates a detailed premium cover for The Mummy: Valley of the Gods #1! Set against the ancient backdrop of the Great Pyramids at Giza as well as the high rises of New York City, the cover features all the major players from The Mummy, like our hero Rick O'Connell, the menacing Mummy himself, and even a band of mummified zombies! One look at this cover and you know you're in for an adventure of unworldy proportions! Limited to 3,000 copies, printed on premium cardstock! FC, 32pg $9.99 THE ROCK #1 by Steven Grant & Fabiano Nieves Finally, The Rock has come to comics — in the most electrifying book on the market today! With his rep on the line, the WWF's Brahma Bull takes on a horde of the world's toughest fighters in a no-holds-barred all-out brawl! But who's behind it, and why? When the Great One is outnumbered and outmaneuvered, will he finally fall? Or will everyone smell what The Rock is cookin'? FC, 32pg $2.99 ROCK #1 PREMIUM EDITION Cover by David Michael Beck The Rock lays the smackdown on paper with this electrifying premium cover! Painted by David Michael Beck, The Rock gives his trademark eyebrow salute. He's the "People's Champion," and as you can tell, he ain't no jabroni! So don't mess with this superstar! A slammin' issue for any true WWF fan! Limited to 3,000 copies. FC, 32pg $9.99 LEGEND OF THE SAGE PREVIEW BOOK Illustrated by Romano Molenaar & Curtis Arnold Travel inside the mystical world of Legend of the Sage with this insightful preview book. Fantasy meets reality, as you're confronted with pages of detailed preview artwork, sketches, interviews and plot points from this brand new mythical story from Chaos! It will be a world you've never seen, and this is your first sneak peek! PC $1.99 LEGEND OF THE SAGE PREVIEW BOOK PREMIUM EDITION Illustrated by Romano Molenaar & Curtis Arnold Grab a hold of this magnificent premium cover illustrated by the talented Romano Molenaar. Featuring the menacing demon elf upon his thrown surrounded by his band of ghoulish henchmen, it will open your imagination to a whole new world! Begin to see what will unravel from Chaos! this July! A great collectable previewing the upcoming breakthrough fantasy series! Limited to 2,000 copies! PC $6.00 JADE #2 by Sniegoski & C. Golden, Lashley, & Arnold The high-speed action and suspense explodes, with supernatural intrigue getting even hotter! Jade, the 4000-year-old vampire crime-lord continues with her plans to unify all the Triads of China beneath her rule… but something is horribly amiss! Why has Jade been suddenly plagued by strange dreams of a lover from her troubled past, and of a powerful, inhuman enemy believed long vanquished? This startling second issue has it all as the mysterious Mr. Ko and the forces of Kuei put plans in motion that will lead to the utter destruction of the vampire Jade and bring about the rebirth of the fearsome White Dragon, Pai Lung. Jade is a quick, dark, high-octane thriller that never lets up! Are you ready?! Cover by Ken Lashley, Curtis Arnold, and Fotos. FC, 32pg $2.99 LADY DEATH: ALIVE #2 by Pulido & Kaminski, Reis, & Pimentel A new Lady Death for a new generation of readers! The shocking saga continues with Lady Death as real flesh-and-blood… mortal! In search of an abused runaway, Lady Death confronts Aynguish, Mistress of Despair. But can she save herself from the worst nightmares and terrors of her own past in order to rescue the helpless teenager? Without her immense power, will Lady Death embrace her newfound humanity? Find out for yourself! Cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Pimentel, and Roy Young. FC, 32pg $2.99 CHASTITY: SHATTERED #2 by Pulido & Kaminski, Batista, & Koslowski The new chapter in Chastity's life continues, as she returns to her roots filled with new allies and deadly villains! But Chastity's barely had time to get the hang of her new life when she has to go up against her own dark reflection, the maniacal laughing vampire called Razorsmile — not to mention the mysterious anti-supernatural warrior known as MidKnight! Can Chastity deal with her vampire life and learn the truth? We know for sure, but hell, that would be telling! FC, 32pg $2.99 INSANE CLOWN POSSE: THE PENDULUM #9 by McCann, Beck, & Florea "A Glimpse Of Crystal Death"—As the Clownz and Jesus draw ever-closer to the demon Killnor, new allies come to aid them; new allies who were once sworn enemies! After all they've been through, how can Shaggy 2 Dope, Violent J, and the faith healer Jesus trust the shadow demons known as Twiztid? What starts out as an errand of assistance, turns into a hotel-smashing Battle Royale that deposits them all into Killnor's hands. All this, and the surprising return of The Great Milenko! It's fast- fallin', name-callin', ass-hauling brawlin', y'all! Comes polybagged with an exclusive ICP CD single that's available nowhere else in the known universe! Cover by Jerry Beck. FC, 32pg $5.99 LADY DEATH: THE CRUCIBLE COLLECTED EDITION VOLUME III TP by Pulido, Hughes, & Gray "Genocide's Hammer"—a weapon designed to wipe out the cosmos — is complete! The Chaos Lord's intricate gambit has paid off and his extinction agenda is at hand. Order will cease and finally Chaos will rule the cosmos again! Asgard lies in ruin, major characters are dead and others are imprisoned. Lady Death, the ravishing seductress, can't stop Genocide because she's beaten down, and mortally infected by the Magistrate plague. She can only watch and know that she and her Valkyrie sisterhood are the cause of the universe's downfall. Who will save them? The fate of all that is lies in the shaky hands of... Brock, the drunken elf?! The conclusion of this epic tale alters Lady Death's existence forevermore, as the Diva of Death battles to save everything in Creation! But... at what cost? Here are the facts, Fiends: Genocide's Hammer—a weapon to wipe out the cosmos and restore primordial chaos — is not only finished, it's launched! What becomes of Lady Death, Vandala, Vulnavia and the Asgardians?! How about Genocide and Wrathworld? Will anything be left in the aftermath? Heck, that would be telling. Collects issues five and six of the richly detailed, tumultuous saga of Lady Death: The Crucible! Cover by Steven Hughes & Jason Jensen. RES. from Previews Vol. X #9 SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC (Note Price) $5.99 PURGATORI: VAMPIRE'S MYTH #1 SCRIPT Written by Brian Pulido Purgatori fans — get the official script that shot Purgatori into the Chaos! stratosphere! Each and every page of this 32-page script of Vampire's Myth #1 is very detailed and it's the perfect item for up-and-coming, cutting-edge supernatural writers! Limited to 3,000 copies. b&w $4.99 PURGATORI: VAMPIRE'S MYTH #1 SCRIPT PREMIUM EDITION Own the official Purgatori: Vampire's Myth script in this exclusive signed edition. Witness all of the details of her origins as prophesized by Chaos! mastermind, Brian Pulido! A wicked collectable for true novelty seekers of the Vampire Goddess! Limited to 250 copies. Script $20.00 PURGATORI LOGO PANTIES Victoria Secrets — we have your number! The Purgatori Logo Panty is here, from none other than Chaos! This tasteful, yet seductive black panty is the perfect gift for the lover in your life. Get one for your mate or even for yourself. With the Purgatori logo embroidered below the waistline, these cozy panties are made of 100% cotton. S-L $20.00 PURGATORI 1/2 DIE-CUT STICKER Need some Purgatori in your life? Then get the Purgatori "Miss Fortune" die-cut sticker, featuring art from the "tattoo" cover of Purgatori #½ Chromium Edition. Purgatori looks majestic as ever in her exquisite Egyptian attire! A fiendish sticker for any Purgatori fan! Vinyl Sticker $3.50 PURGATORI "MISS FORTUNE" TEMPORARY TATTOO This 2½" x 3" rub-on tattoo features the famous "Miss Fortune" art used for the cover of Purgatori #½ Premium Edition. Simple to apply, this temporary tattoo is a great way to showcase your loyal support for the ever-stunning Vampire Goddess! It's definitely sure to turn some heads, and rubs off easily without a mess! Temp. Tattoo $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CHAOS! CHRONICLES SIGNED PREMIUM EDITION by Brian Pulido & Matt Brady Join creator Brian Pulido as he and writer Matt Brady chronicle every storyline and major event within the Chaos! Cosmos! Also included: an extensive character appearance index and a comprehensive list of all Chaos! comic books and merchandise. Lavishly illustrated by every major artist to ever contribute to Chaos! FC, 40pg $15.00 O/A LADY DEATH IN LINGERIE PREMIUM EDITION Lady Death, the ravishing seductress from the Netherworld, returns in her first all-ages Lingerie Special, featuring this premium leather cover edition. The challenge for each contributor is to design some lingerie for the Lady. Contributors include: Steven Hughes, Jim Balent, Joe Quesada, Mike Deodato, Jr., Joseph Linsner, David Mack, Kirk Lindo, Dark One, Val Semeiks, Tom Mandrake, Buzz, Kyle Hotz, Kevin Taylor, Louis Small, plus a few heavyweight mystery artists, and the winner of the "Create A Lady Death Swimsuit" Contest! FC, 32pg $40.00 O/A LADY DEATH: BETWEEN HEAVEN & HELL VELVET EDITION A delicious collectible for any true Lady Death fan! This velvet premium cover for Lady Death: Between Heaven and Hell #1 is a truly rare find! Get this limited edition that tells the story that made Lady Death the Diva she's become! FC, 32pg $30.00 O/A EVIL ERNIE PRINT #1 The "evil" one never looked so good! Decorate your wall with this wicked Evil Ernie print measuring 11" x 17". It's perfect for framing, fiends! Limited to only 1,000 copies! Print, 11x17, FC $10.00 O/A HOMICIDE: TEARS OF THE DEAD #1 PREMIUM EDITION Cover by Jim Balent Learn Homicide's chilling origin in this billion dollar supernatural action epic on the comic book page, set in a cataclysmic, war torn Washington DC that's dead, destroyed and overrun with hordes of undead zombies. The central story is simple: Homicide must survive and get out of town. Add to this straight ahead storyline fear, violence, madness and confusion. The Demonic General controls the CIA and the Pentagon and intends to raise Hell on earth. The maddening Dead Mind speaks to Homicide. Undead gangs looking for fodder for their pay-per-view death matches sweep the streets. FC, 32pg $15.00 ***************** STAR OF THE MONTH CRYPTIC WRITINGS OF MEGADETH TP It's a mind-warping visual assault as Chaos! adapts the lyrics of the Grammy nominated, multi-platinum metal band Megadeth in Cryptic Writings of Megadeth! See killer songs such as "Peace Sells," and "Wake Up Dead," come into life in this unblemished collection! Experience the birth of Vic Rattlehead in "Skull Beneath the Skin!" Witness havoc in such songs as "Rattlehead," "Good Mourning/Black Friday," "Killing Is My Business...," and many more! It's rock 'n roll for the eyes! Chaos! style! Also included, Cryptic Writings cover gallery. (STAR08587) FC, 108pg $12.95 ****************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A LADY DEATH: TRIBULATION #1 Written by Len Kaminski. Illustrated by Ivan Reis. Inked by Joe Pimentel. Colored by Roy Young. Cover by David Michael Beck. As a veil of eternal night relentlessly engulfs the earth, the ravishing diva of the netherworld, Lady Death, struggles to decode an ancient Grimoire to prevent the coming darkness. Time is running out and the situation is dire indeed. Extreme circumstances call for extreme measures and Lady Death allies herself with her mortal enemies. (#LDT10) FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A LADY DEATH: TRIBULATION #2 by Kaminski, Reis, & Pimentel; colored by Roy Young Lady Death has been betrayed, and this time it's personal — for the traitor is none other than her blood-sister, the Valkyrie, Vandala! Enraged, the Avatar of 'He Who Reaps' puts aside her battle against the threat of the Dark Millennium, consumed by a raging thirst for vengeance. But she soon finds that Vandala's power has grown to equal her own, and while the two are locked in a battle to the death, Abaddon's reign of darkness gains new allies. FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A INSANE CLOWN POSSE: PENDULUM #4—KILLERS IN THE MIST by McCann, Beck, & Florea The clownz have been dissed, now they're pissed, and they're going commando (no, not that kind of "commando." The military commando!) Car-crashing, head-bashing, throat-slashing divertissement! PLUS: the return of Father Jesus and The Amazing Jeckel Brothers! Each issue features an ICP CD single that is available nowhere else! So what are you waiting for, Juggalo? Get down with the clownz! Cover illustrated by Jerry Beck and colored by Jason Jensen. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg/CD $5.95 O/A CHYNA #1 by Steven Grant You've seen her in the ring, but you've never seen her like this! The WWF's "9th Wonder of the World," Chyna, returns to her bodyguard roots in a gripping tale of good against evil. Can Chyna protect a wealthy industrialist's daughter from a diabolical Death Cult and their scheming leader, Kassandra? Find out as Chyna stands alone against a murderous mob of assassins in all- out WWF action! Photo cover. (WC010) FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF PURGATORI #1 by Steven Grant & Al Rio An untold tale of Purgatori, set at the birth of "Halloween." In ancient, dark-ages Britain, someone or something is slaughtering druids as the Autumn Samhain feast approaches. To avenge her Druid lover's murder, a witch enslaves the Vampire Goddess Purgatori to use her as a weapon against the unspeakable horror behind the deaths. But the "cure" may be worse than the "disease" when Purgatori breaks free, and her vengeance alters western civilization forever… defining the very essence of Halloween for ages to come! FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF EVIL ERNIE: PIECES OF ME #1 by Pulido, Beck, & Arnold The tale Evil Ernie fans have been screaming for! What were the tragic events that led to Ernest Fairchild murdering his parents — and then 35 people on his block? Why does Evil Ernie refer to Dead Onez as "friends?" What unspeakable horrors… what legacy of pain, haunts his past? Doctor Leonard Price must answer these questions and more because he's running out of time: his sixteen-year-old patient has escaped Clearview institution — and the terror is about to begin! A story of pure, undiluted horror, not for the squeamish! Recommended for the insane. Cover by Jerry Beck. b&w, 32pg $3.50 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF CHASTITY #1 by Steven Grant & Peter Vale It's Halloween in New York, 1982. Sweet talkin' ladies man, Slade, lost his life — and his world — in a gangland hit that stole his niece's young life as well. On the anniversary of his death, Slade returns from the dead to exact his revenge. Can Chastity Marks, the lovable vampire assassin, save her dear friend Slade from a head-on collision with a life of crime? Or is it too late already? Regardless, she's gonna have to go undercover to get the job done. It's a pop-cultural melting pot as the goth scene meets blaxploitation (with a dash of hip hop thrown in for good measure!), all with a supernatural twist! FC, 32pg $2.95 O/A UNTOLD TALES OF LADY DEATH #1 by Len Kaminski & Romano Molenaar A critical, untold tale set during Halloween in Hell! Centuries ago, when a young girl named Hope came to the Netherlands, she was transformed, becoming Lady Death, the queen of all that is dead and dying. How did Hope survive — and excel — in those early years? How did she overcome the insurmountable odds, treachery, and savagery, and learn to command the vast powers at her disposal? And what is the untold story of Cremator, Lady Death's trusted ally? These mysteries and more are finally told! Cover by Romano Molenaar. FC, 32pg $2.95 ****************** CHISELED COMICS WANDERLUST #4 by Bryant Shiu, Brett Wedele, & Michael Halbeib The Novahawk Squadron takes an unrelenting pounding as bogies skewer the skies of Brimstone and threaten a populated area. A few Novahawks who are making their way through inhospitable terrain might have a shot at saving the colonists –– if they can get past the soldiers who block them. When a fire breaks out, hopes of arriving in time become the next causalities. They aren't the last. FC, 24pg $2.95 CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #97 Elvira befriends a lonely teenage girl –– one with rage, repressions, and… telekinesis! When the Mistress of the Dark tries to help, in song and dance, copies will be flying off the shelves because it's "Sacrrie: The Musical" by Frank Storm, Dan Day, and Louis Lachance. Also, Elvira searches for the sinister secret behind a showroom full of androgynous models in "My Little Runaway" by Richard Howell and Anna-Maria Cool. b&w, 32pg $2.50 SOULSEARCHERS #48 The Soulsearchers have their work cut out for them this time, since with the turn of the millennium, the Greco-Roman gods have their moment in which they might be able to return –– and rule the world! Hot-to-trot's the key, but which way will she turn? "Window of Opportunity" by Peter David (with Richard Howell), with a zingy art job by Al Bigley and Kim DeMulder, and a cover by Amanda Corner and Steve Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 COLBURN COMICS SAMURAI GUARD #3 The Ninja make their move, and it's in the form of a brutal onslaught of one of the villages on Bushido Island. The Samurai Guard is there and faces a new threat head on. Can the Samurai Guard even be a match for the mystical powers of the Ninja, or will their skills and swords not be enough? To top it off, Captain Miamoto Shindo is charged with treason and suspended from duty. Will the Samurai Guard stand a chance against such a powerful enemy, even though its greatest warrior is inactive? Find out in this highly charged issue! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (Note Price) $2.99 COM.X BAZOOKA JULES #3 by Neil George & Leonard O'Grady The well-endowed heroine finds herself in over her head as "The Family" arrives to take the symbiote home. Jules finds herself caught between self-preservation and protecting the people she cares about when her closest friends, and a couple of hundred bystanders, get stuck right in the middle. But help is at hand, enter C.H.U.M. (Captain Hyper Ultra Man) No. 1 super-hero of InteN City, but Jules quickly discovers he is a book not to be judged by his cover. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (3of 6) $2.95 PUNCTURE #3 by Russell Uttley & Ben Oliver A young Puncture is torn from his family in the night by the dread "Night Stealers." His life ended, black terror awaits… A lone figure stands against the Holy Word; Knights of the Lord come to "cleanse." Denying them his people. His violent defense begins a thousand year myth, tearing its way out of Eastern Europe and harrying humanity's darkest moments through history and into the heart of New Jerusalem. Samantha Keen shares toast with "the old gods" and demands an explanation. Puncture's pursuit of the "canimal" killer begins to unravel a truth that threatens to implicate the shattered world from which he fled. The manic streets of New Jerusalem are about to explode under the pressure of the approaching menace and only Puncture can stand against it. Fire with fire. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS PC, 32pg (3 of 12) $2.99 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND CBDLF NEWSLETTER: BUSTED! #11 by Randy Dahlk "What Scares You?" Police raids on comic shops? Undercover investigations instigated by your town council? Corporations too powerful to be parodied? If you care about the future of comics, you must read Busted!, the newsletter of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Get the inside information on America's ongoing war on comics with detailed case updates, incident reports, complete convention coverage, and much more. Redesigned for the 21st Century by Randy Dahlk, Busted! now gives you twice as many pages in each comic-sized issue. Tabloid, 16pg MSRP: $0.00 NEIL GAIMAN: LIVE AT THE ALADDIN VIDEO Spend an evening with a master storyteller. Recorded on the Last Angel Tour, this video captures the unique magic of Neil Gaiman's live performances. Reading before a packed house at Portland's Aladdin Theatre, Gaiman brings to life short stories, poems, old favorites, and new works, including a spellbinding performance of "Chivalry." The video also includes a lively Q&A segment, behind-the-scenes documentary footage, and interviews shot throughout the tour. A must-have for every Neil Gaiman fan! Approximate running time: 100min. VHS $19.95 COMIC CAVALCADE TALES OF THE DARKNESS #1/2 CAVALCADE EXCLUSIVES The original Top Cow master himself, Marc Silvestri, provides this sexy exclusive cover for our special Siren edition. This neo-classic issue of Darkness has two stories, one by the killer team of Ennis and Silvestri! Limited to 4000 copies. Also available with an exclusive platinum foil logo over Marc Silvestri's stunning cover. Limited to a scarce 750 copies. All copies shipbagged and boarded. SIREN RED MSRP: $5.95 PLATINUM MSRP: $15.95 TOMB RAIDER GALLERY PLATINUM EDITION Tomb Raider fans want to be sure not to miss this stunning platinum foil that is limited to just 750 copies. FC, 32pg MSRP: $15.95 DEMONSLAYER ASHCAN FLIPBOOK SIGNED Special warehouse find of the original first appearance of Demonslayer! You don't want to miss your chance to get this special book never before offered in Previews! Limited to just 500 copies, all signed by creator and artist Marat Mychaels. All copies ship bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. Ashcan MSRP: $6.95 AVENGELYENE DARK DEPTHS FRENZY EDITION #1 cover by Al Rio Original first printing copies from 1987! One of the very first Tim Vigil books now available signed from the master himself! An exclusive new cover by Al Rio makes this limited edition a must-have for Avengelyne collectors! The riveting Dark Depths series gets off to a bang as Avengelyne gets swept into a underwater adventure when carnivorous creatures emerge from the sea and start eating innocent beach-goers. But they are only the tip of the iceberg, as all sorts of underwater monsters are on the loose, and the mysterious and sultry Coral has something to do with it. Can Avengelyne stop these horrific ocean creatures, much less their master on the sea floor? Limited to just 1500 copies. Also available as a special Ruby Red edition limited to 250 copies. All copies come bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. REG. MSRP: $5.95 RUBY RED MSRP: $29.95 COMIC LIBRARY INTERNATIONAL STARDUST & THOR: HEROIC TAILS VOLUME 1 TP by George Broderick, Jr. One's here to save the planet from the forces of evil… the other one just wants to chase his tail! From the pages of Comic Library International comes one of its most popular features of the past year in an all-new solo visions book collecting the super-powered adventures of boy and his dog –– Captain Stardust and his irrepressible puppy Thor! In addition to the origin of the masked and muzzled team, you'll meet Carmine and tour his delectable pizzeria, thrill to the eurudite musings of the justice guys, gasp at the evil doings of El Toro Negro, and enjoy 30 pages of all-new material, seeing print here for the very first time! Super-heroics, pizza, flea dip and licking crime on the hard to reach places –– because they can! TP, 128pg, b&w $12.95 COMICS CONSPIRACY GENERIC COMIC BOOK #2 by Miers, Santos, Lean, & Thomas The guy who wears his underwear outside his pants is back for another round of super-hero hilarity. The world economy is in the grip of a comics spectacular gone mad, a despot who collects corporation and governments the way other people collect baseball cards. When the fate of the free world rests on the outcome of a video game, don't be short on tokens. The virgin white cover veils only the finest interior art. b&w, 16pg $1.95 COMICSONE.COM KAZAN VOLUME 1 #1 by Gaku Miyao This is the first book of an ongoing series, which introduces the boy wonder Kazan and his adventures with the mysterious water conjuror Fawna, and a wise old explosives specialist/granny named Arbey, on an arid desert world teaming with ruffians and strange beasts. Kazan is the heir to the leader of Red Sand, a once peaceful tribe of nomads. Adversity befalls Red Sand and Kazan is forced to wander the desert world with his trusted eagle Kamushin, looking for his friend Elsie. b&w, 188pg $9.95 MAICO 2010 VOLUME 1 #1 by Toshimitsu Shimizu This first book in the four book series introduces the sexy android Maico 2010, her beautiful and brilliant creator Masudamasu, and the handsome Matsuo. Maico was designed for sex, but ends up becoming the first android DJ at Japan broadcasting and becomes an overnight success. For some mysterious reason, there are men trying to destroy Maico. And whom will Matsuo eventually date? He loves Masudamasu, but Maico and another DJ, Yuriko, love Matsuo. MATURE READERS b&w, 187pg (1 of 4) $9.95 CPM MANGA TIME TRAVELER AI BOOK 2: SEXY PIRATES by Ai Ijima & Takeshi Takebayashi 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea was never like this! The beautiful Miss Ai in the year 3994, a world where oceans cover the Earth. Lovely actress Ai Ijima has joined forces with a female Captain Nemo, the beautiful Lenn, to find the mysterious Ship of Light, which may be her only way to escape this future world. But will the Ship of Light destroy all land, and mean the end of everything for both the land dwellers and the ocean dwellers in this divided future world? Laughs and adventure combine as these gorgeous gals in wetsuits –– or swimsuits that show off Ai's famous tan –- save the world! Written by Japanese erotic superstar, Ai Ijima, with gorgeous, sexy, and action-packed art by Battle Arena Toshinden artist Takeshi Takebayashi! MATURE READERS b&w, 208pg $15.95 DARK ANGEL #25 by Kia Asamiya This powerful and moving issue of Dark Angel finds Dark in the battle of his life when he and his allies meet a bandit gang in the Roman Coliseum. Kyo, Dark's beautiful Tinkerbelle-sized spirit helper, has been tied up and nailed to a wall, so her friend Sekka joins Dark in his battle. Her tiny body contains powerful magic forces, and she takes on the biggest bad guy, while the beautiful, longhaired Sen tackles a ship-wielding chick in chain mail! Dark Angel is the hottest fantasy action adventure manga around with gorgeous art and pulse-pounding storytelling by manga superstar Kia Asamiya (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Nadesico, Batman.) b&w, 32pg $2.95 DARK ANGEL PACK WITH O'BARR PRINT #2 by Kia Asamiya & James O'Barr It's a limited edition pack, including six Dark Angel comic books, issues 6-12, with a 64-page saddle-stitched publication, the Kia Asamiya Sketchbook containing Asamiya artwork, plus a limited edition print of Dark Angel by James O'Barr (The Crow). This never-before-published drawing is the second of two gorgeous concept drawings for O'Barr's alternate cover. This print is free and only available as this limited edition pack. Packs include eight publications plus the free black-and-white, 6" x 10" limited edition print. Pack (x8) w/print $14.95 GEOBREEDERS #27 by Akihiro Ito Nobody loves a nice, big, hot weapon more than the gorgeous sexy women of Kagura Security and when Maki brings by a few samples from a friend's arms company, it's time to try out the merchandise. While the Kagura girls are having fun blasting their own offices, their supernatural friend, Phantom Cat Girl Maya, is in deep trouble, getting chased through Tokyo streets by her old compatriots. Mr. Taba and the team get to give their new toys a real workout when they go to her rescue. Geobreeders is a cross between Sailor Moon and The X-Files, with a beautiful team of super-heroines who are ready to spring into action to keep the world safe from supernatural evil, and who investigate the dark and mysterious forces that menace the modern world. b&w, 32pg $2.95 LODOSS WAR: CHRONICLES OF THE HEROIC KNIGHT #9 by Ryo Mizuno & Masato Natsumoto The dark elves have attacked Spark, the Heroic Knight, and the group of heroes he is leading to reclaim the Crystal Ball of Souls, stolen by the evil sorcerer Vagnado. Laina, the beautiful leather-clad adventuress, leads the brave band into battle. It's non-stop action as swords cross, arrows fly, and good and evil spells meet when the magicians and heroes and villains of Lodoss meet on their rocky battleground. Laina and Gallec are grievously wounded, and only the intervention of Neece, the elf, can save Spark from certain death! Lodoss is one of the great anime series of all time, and writer Ryo Mizuno, the creator of the world of Lodoss, and artist Masato Natsumoto bring us another action-packed series that Lodoss fans will love! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO #24 by Kia Asamiya Yurika Misamaru, former captain of the Nadesico, has become the Shaman Princess of the Yamato Clan, ancient Japanese in space, and the Nadesico and her leaders, young genius Ruri Hoshino and pilot Akito Tenkawa, are surrounded by huge space ships that look like ancient Japanese temples! It's the wildest space battle you've ever seen, and it's even wilder when the fiction anime action hero Captain Government joins the fray! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MAXION #18 by Takeshi Takebayashi Is it love or is it evil magic? After the beautiful Ms. Nishimura, the school's health teacher, is attacked by the new student who is really an evil supernatural, she seems to have lost her mind –– or gained a whole new kind of libido! This issue of Maxion is romantic and sensual, but also threatening, as the teacher acts on her impulses toward the handsome Yuichiro, who has been suffering with a deep crush on his gorgeous teacher. But does she really want him, or is she being controlled and humiliated by dark forces? Maxion has exciting good girl art by Takeshi Takebayashi (Battle Arena Toshinden), who draws some of the best girls in manga. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 PRINCESS PRINCE #8 by Tomoko Taniguchi In the stunning climax to this all-new magical mini-series from America's best-loved shojo artist, the lovely princess Livia has been attacked by dark and mysterious birds, and falls ill from the poison they were sent to deliver. The young prince to whom she is engaged must undertake a quest to confront the Spirit of Darkness to save his beloved. He meets the Spirit, and the evil birds who live in its kingdom, but discovers that good and evil are never completely different, that life is not black and white, but shades of gray. Like all of Taniguchi's stories, this magical romance also offers strong characters and powerful messages, here combined with beautiful fantasy art. It's a must for all readers who want the best shojo (women's and girls') manga can provide –- character-driven stories that relate to personal and social issues. b&w, 32pg (8 of 8) $2.95 TIME TRAVELER AI #20 by Ai Ijima & Takeshi Takebayashi Ai Ijima's a mixed-up, shook-up girl in a mixed-up past world, when Samurai Japan is invaded by war-painted Indians from the Old West, and Medieval knights in armor come riding to the lovely Miss Ai's rescue! Ai Ijima, ex-porn star and favorite pin-up has traveled back to Medieval Japan in one of the funniest, sexiest comics around, with beautiful good-girl art by Takeshi Takebayashi and a wild script by Ai Ijima, the Tracy Lords of Japan! It's steampunk action ,as well as the battle royale. Also includes a gigantic wind-up toy robot –– in the shape of Ai herself! It's one wild ride, where blood flows and weapons –– and Ai's clothes –– fly! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DARK ANGEL VOLUME 2 TP by Kia Asamiya In volume Two, Dark faces the three great challenges that will confirm him as a Phantom Saint: a skilled human martial opponent, a magical demon, and a rite of passage in the Underworld. First, he faces Rin, a deadly master swordsman. Then, Dark joins forces with Shou, Phantom Saint of the White Tiger, and his beautiful sidekick Bee, in a fantastic battle with Gou, the murderous bear demon. Suddenly, after the climax of the battle, Dark is swallowed up by the earth and Kyo is assaulted by the gorgeous and powerful Bee, who mocks her and her quest to guide Dark to his destiny! But the Dark Angel rises transformed in a powerful volcanic eruption, with immense dark wings and bleeding black blood, like the true Phoenix that he is! (STAR12309) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.95 TIME TRAVELER AI BOOK 1 by Ai Ijima & Takeshi Takebayashi Follow Ai's adventures as she discovers a magic Time Machine and dons a leather catsuit to show Cleopatra how to really rule her subjects, duels with a female Western gunfighter (but then they kiss and make up), and teaches Leonardo da Vinci some really interesting uses for his flying machine! (STAR11964) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 216pg, b&w $15.95 **************** Manga-18 IMMORAL ANGEL #17 Reimi, an innocent college co-ed, is transformed into a sleek, sexy, and powerful woman in spandex after a series of pseudoscientific sexual experiments were carried out on her by an evil scientist who is also the master of supernatural powers. This captive young girl was forced into a variety of sexual acts with her captor, who is fascinated with the psychological reactions of animals –– and humans –– to stimulation. Reimi's surprising transformation, after endless rounds of sexual experimentation, means she can begin to get her revenge. Sensuous and gorgeous art by new Japanese manga sensation Koh Kawarajima, creator of Fantasy Fighters! 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 CROSSGEN COMICS THE FIRST #7 by B. Kesel, Sears, & A. Smith; Atiyeh Gannish, plagued by the unexplained phenomenon he witnessed — the creation of a new being by Enson — now makes the difficult journey to the far side of the Eidolon rift to question him about it. Meanwhile, Ingra's set her sights on Seahn, thinking that they might be useful to each other. FC, 32pg $2.95 MYSTIC #12 by Marz, Sharpe, & Baumgartner; Isanove Despite their uneasy truce, the Guild Masters begin to realize they've unleashed an evil they can't control in the demonic Animora. Moving against Giselle, Animora sends her ancient minions to test Giselle's mettle. The outcome pushes Darrow to finally choose where his loyalty will ultimately lie — with Giselle or Animora. FC, 32pg $2.95 CRUX #2 by Waid, Epting, & Magyar The human race has disappeared, leaving behind an Earth weirdly littered with jigsaw pieces of times past. How can 21st Century Times Square, 13th Century Beijing, the land of the Norse Vikings, and Ancient Greece exist side-by-side? Are Capricia and her teammates caught in a time vortex, a dimensional fracture... or is there an even more startling explanation? FC, 32pg $2.95 SIGIL #12 by Waid, Eaton, & Hennessy; Quintana Sam's eyes are on the wrong prize. Busy chasing Zanni's assassins across Delassia, Sam is unaware that he's made a bitter enemy of one of the craftiest men in the galaxy — one who today will take from Sam, with a cold and calculating precision, something very dear to his heart. FC, 32pg $2.95 CROSSGEN CHRONICLES #3 by Kesel, Pérez, Wiacek, & DePuy Long ago on the floating island of Meridian, a young Minister-to-be named Turos first laid eyes on a beautiful young artist named Ideria. The only impediment to their romance is Ideria's other suitor...Ilahn, Turos' younger brother. A tale of Meridian's more recent past brought to life by the master of imagination, George Pérez. FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION #12 by Marz, Di Vito, & Hunter; Mounts A more powerful Bron makes his bid for the Raven throne. The only thing standing in his way — his own father! Meanwhile, still intent on taking his revenge against Bron, Ethan clandestinely makes his way into the Eastern capital and attempts to steal into the very heart of the Raven Keep. But instead of finding his enemy, Ethan discovers an unexpected captive. FC, 32pg $2.95 MERIDIAN #12 by B. Kesel, McNiven, Simmons; Hollowell In the mysterious caverns beneath the surface of Meridian, Sephie finds a link to her past and a hint of her future. Meanwhile, Reesha tests her limits and Ilahn's patience, while the refugees from Meridian set foot on their new home and Jad helps mark the occasion with a wedding. FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION VOLUME 1 TP by Marz, Cheung & Leonardi, Hillsman II & K. Kesel Reprinting the first story arc contained in issues #1-7, this trade paperback is the perfect introduction for readers who have yet to try this action-packed series. The trade paperback tells the story of Ethan, a young prince on the cusp of manhood, who is forced to truly become a man when he is granted the power of the sigil, and his actions during a ritual combat tournament become the catalyst for war. On this world where a medieval façade hides high-tech advancement, follow Ethan and his second, Skink, as they are sent to the dungeon of their sworn enemy, Bron, only to be freed by the mysterious Ashleigh. Hunted by Bron, as well as the bounty hunter Exeter, Ethan tries to find his place in this world now on the brink of war. Does he return to his family and fight in a war he helped instigate, or does he follow Ashleigh and her Underground movement to free the Lesser Races? Ethan never thought his first days of manhood would be so complicated and filled with so much excitement. Loads of action, intrigue and some of the most spectacular battle scenes ever portrayed on the four-color page make Scion a must read for comic fans everywhere. Also included is a complete cover gallery, and humorous anecdotes by Ron Marz, Jim Cheung, Don Hillsman II, and Caesar Rodriguez on the making of this great storyline. Colored by Caesar Rodriguez, Paul Mounts. Fully painted cover by Adam Hughes. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95 MERIDIAN VOLUME 1 TP by B. Kesel, Middleton & McNiven, Vines & Ensign Reprinting Meridian issues #1-7, this trade paperback is the perfect introduction for readers who have yet to try this fantastic series. The trade paperback tells the story of 16-year old Sephie, who lives on a world where cities float in the sky and ships travel through the air. Her city, Meridian, is a city with an economy based on shipbuilding and made up of the finest craftsmen. All is well on Meridian until Sephie's Uncle Ilahn comes to visit his brother Turos, Meridian's Minister. Ilahn is the Minister of the sky city of Cadador. All his life he has dreamed of taking control of Meridian away from his brother and ruling the greatest empire on the planet. When both Turos and Ilahn are engulfed in a strange light, both are granted the sigil, the strange mark of power. Unfortunately, that power is too much for Turos to bear and his mark is transferred to his daughter, Sephie. What does the sigil mean? How did they both come to get it? What type of power does it bring? And with Turos out of the way, how can Sephie stop her Uncle from fulfilling his dreams of conquest? Follow Sephie's plight as she is whisked away from her homeland and realizes it is now her responsibility to find her way home to save her people from the oncoming invasion by Cadador. Also included is a complete cover gallery and humorous anecdotes from Barbara Kesel and other creators who have worked on this title. Colored by Mike Atiyeh, Morry Hollowell, and Paul Mounts. Fully painted cover by Steve Rude. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN Celebrate CrossGen's first anniversary with a look at the early issues of The First! O/A THE FIRST by Kesel, Sears, Smith, & Atiyeh They thought they were the only, but now that these Sigil-Bearers have appeared, it is clear the First are not alone. Both of the Houses agree that something should be done. The first task is to find a Sigil-Bearer and probe the mystery of its creation. In issue #1, learn who the First really are. Visit their homeworld. And find out what role they play in the CrossGen Universe. In issue #2, the First decide to abandon their hunt and return to their homeworld, Elysia, while a new character with orange eyes is left behind. In issue #3, learn the story of Altwaal, the original Leader of the First. #1—FC, 32pg $2.95 #2—FC, 32pg $2.95 #3—FC, 32pg $2.95 ****************** CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT SHI. G. I PREVIEW EDITION by Tucci & Inky Dinky Studios The technical prelude to the first ongoing Shi series is available in May! This book includes sketches, storyboards, photos, and actual CGI images of the characers and stories involved in Shi's upcoming adventures! Tucci brings his seductive sohei to three-dimensional life after more than a year of pain-staking, detailed work, creating the perfect Shi in cyberspace. Don't miss this book that will revolutionize comics! 24pg $4.99 SHI: SENRYAKU SIGNED COLLECTION by Billy Tucci & Gary Cohn This extremely groundbreaking series, depicting the 36 stratagems of the Art of War and their relevance in Ana's life as Shi, still receives accolades! Senryaku includes artistic contributions by Marc Silvestri, Joe Quesada, Adam Hughes, Joe Jusko and more. Available in May is a collection of all three issues, encased in an acrylic comic case, and signed by the creator and writers, Billy Tucci and Gary Cohn. Each issue is stamped and numbered for authenticity by Crusade Collectables. Limited to 500. Set (x3) $15.99 STAR OF THE MONTH SHI: WAY OF THE WARRIOR VOLUME 3 TP — NEW PRINTING by Tucci, Gutierrez, & Ascensio The first edition of Volume 3 sold out in record time, so don't miss it again! This edition features collected copies of Shi: Way of the Warrior #9-12, under a new cardstock cover. (STAR12469) SC $14.95 *************** DANCING ELEPHANT PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH KANE BOOK 2: RABBIT HUNT by Paul Grist Collects Kane #5-8. Mister Floppsie Whoppsie is having a Bad Bunny Day. He is attacked in his office and chased through the gridlocked streets of New Eden by a gun-wielding homicidal maniac, only to end up getting arrested by the police. And that's when things start to go downhill. It's up to Detective Kane to find out who is trying to bump off the Freelance Rabbit, but since everyone in the city from the Mayor on down seems to hold a grudge, it looks like a busy day. Also contains the poignant tale of New Eden's suicidal super-hero, The Mighty MegaMan! (STAR07026) (CAUT: 4) SC, 136pg, b&w $12.50 ************** DARKCHYLDE ENTERTAINMENT DARKCHYLDE REDEMPTION #2 by Randy Queen Randy Queen provides both the art and the story for Chapter 2 of Darkchylde: Redemption! The evil Silencer has been circling Ariel since she left Salem, and maybe even before; always lurking in the shadows, evasive, and out of reach. But in issue #2, Ariel's out for justice and redemption, confronting the horror head on in a battle that will rock the very foundation of the nightmare realm! And as if that weren't enough, guess which trusted allies show up to betray her and make matters even worse? The answer will surprise and shock you! Darkchylde: Redemption #2, "Breach of Trust," will shatter all your expectations and leave you clamoring for more! FC, 32pg $2.95 DORK STORM PRESS DORK TOWER #15 It's everything but fair as the Mud Bay Renaissance Fayre sets up shop for the summer. Historical hilarity ensues as Igor and Carson decide to get medieval on their grass. And look! It's Gilly and Perky behind that booth! Plus, Dork Tower discwars! This major, new, ready-to-play game from Fantasy Flight comes free with every issue! And if adding the hottest game around isn't enough, there are the usual Dorky back-ups, including Wild Life, PvP, Nodwick, Murphy's Rules, and a surprise new regular comic feature! b&w, 48pg $2.95 DORK COVENANT: THE COLLECTED DORK TOWER VOLUME 1 TP by John Kovalic At last! Every Dork Tower strip from the first six issues of award-winning, critically acclaimed, sold-out fan-favorite comic book! Relive the classic moments as Matt, Ken, Igor, Carson the Muskrat, and Gilly the Perky Goth return in their first trade paperback! See Igor prowl the night and take on the vampires of the Clan Gangrene! Feel the gang's pain as they count down the days to the new Star Wars movie! Watch Matt make a fool of himself in search of romance! Witness Carson's characters get slaughtered again and again. And play the free Cheapass boardgame Escape from Dork Tower! This magnificent collection is a must-have for gamers and comic fans alike. Also available as a hardcover edition, limited to 1,000. O/A TP––160p, b&w $15.95 HC––160pg, b&w $29.95 NODWICK CHRONICLES COLLECTED NODWICK VOLUME 1 TP It's the first collection of the world's favorite henchman and his adventuring employers! This book is jam-packed with hilarious adventures about insane gods, megalomaniacal magicians, pretentious immortals, Hench Games, and more! If you missed any of the first six issues of Nodwick, here's your chance to see what all the laughter is about! TP, 160pg, b&w $15.95 PVP #2 by Scott Kurtz Includes original art by Mystic artist Brandon Peterson! The PvP crew takes a stab at super-hero role-playing and get a little too caught up in their super-powered personas. Watch as Brunhilde, Silly Putty, and Chessmaster take on the evil and nefarious Blue Skull. Also contains your favorite PvP comic strips from the website, as well as Dork Tower and Nodwick back-ups. b&w, 32pg $2.95 DRAWN & QUARTERLY LOUIS RIEL #6 by Chester Brown Selected by Time Magazine as one of the top ten comics of 2000! This issue carefully documents the events leading up to the second Metis Rebellion against the Canadian government. Meanwhile, as these tragic events unfold, Canadian Prime Minister John A. MacDonald tries to exploit the battle with the Metis to gather support, and money, to finance his controversial plan to build an intercontinental railway. b&w, 24pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MY NEW YORK DIARY HC by Julie Doucet In 1991, Julie Doucet abruptly packed her bags and moved to New York. The excitement of this new beginning was short- lived. Gradually, her new boyfriend's over-bearing jealousy became increasingly evident, and the confines of her surroundings slowly became more suffocating. Doucet documents these compelling events in graphic detail in her longest and most accomplished work to date, collected here for the first time. (STAR09393) MATURE READERS HC, 96pg, b&w $24.95 ****************** DYNAMIC FORCES FATHOM FANTASTIC PREMIERE TRADING CARD SERIES This summer will sizzle when Dynamic Forces teams up with Michael Turner and Top Cow to present one of the most beautiful females in comic history in her Premiere Trading Card series — Aspen Matthews, a.k.a. Fathom! This trading card series will feature art drawn by some of the most popular artists in the comics industry today… and amazing set of 90 cards, featuring new artwork — appearing for the first time anywhere — along with classic Fathom images by creator and artist Mike Turner! Contributors include: Marc Silvestri, Keu Cha, David Finch, Jae Lee, Jose Villarrubia, Greg Horn, Joe Benitez, Talent Caldwell and many others! And if that isn't enough, this series also features at least two randomly inserted signature cards in every box, plus an original hand- drawn sketch card in EVERY box! This Premiere series will also feature six randomly inserted glow-in-the-dark chase cards, and six randomly inserted "Chrome" cards illustrated by Mike Turner himself! That's approximately three chromes and three glow-in-the-dark cards per box! And as a special, extra-added bonus, each full box will include an exclusive "Box Topper" — one of six different 4" x 6" cards featuring Fathom images by Mike Turner! These six Box Toppers will be randomly inserted and shrink-wrapped on top of each box! Don't miss getting the hottest new trading card series of this or any millennium! Six cards per pack. 36 packs per box. Limited to only 7,000 boxes! Box PI FATHOM FANTASTIC TRADING CARD BINDER This binder features beautiful artwork by Top Ten artist Mike Turner, this fantastic binder is a "must have" addition to your Fathom Premiere Trading Card Set! As a bonus, you'll also find an exclusive Fathom Signature Series card signed by Mike Turner! This Signature Series card was created exclusively for this binder, limited to only 1,500 binders worldwide! Also included are 11 binder pages to safely hold your magnificent new cards! Binder $39.99 WITCHBLADE "BE-WITCHED" LUNCHBOX Be the ruler of the cafeteria with this one! One of the coolest Witchblade products ever created, this heavy-duty, all-metal lunchbox is the perfect addition to any collection! Perfect for display, as a carrying case, supply holder, or even as a lunchbox, this first in a collection of ultra cool lunchboxes just has to be yours! Measures 6 5/8" h x 7 15/16" long x 3 7/8" wide. Limited to 5,000 pieces. Lunchbox $14.99 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE HUMBERTO RAMOS OUT THERE SIGNED #1 Signed by writer Brian Augustyn and creator/co-plotter/artist Humberto Ramos! Humberto Ramos follows up on his incredible Crimson run with his new, ongoing series for Wildstorm, Out There! Also available as a "Re-Marked" edition with a head sketch by Humberto Ramos! (CAUT: 2) SIGNED—FC, 32pg $39.99 RE-MARKED—FC, 32pg $69.99 HUMBERTO RAMOS ULTIMATE AWESOME FAN FUN PACKAGE What happens when you combine the launch of Humberto Ramos' new series Out There, with the anniversary of his mega-hit Crimson? You get the Humberto Ramos Ultimate Awesome Fan Fun Package! This package includes a box of Crimson trading cards (with an exclusive Out There Preview Card subset), an uncut press sheet of the six Out There trading cards not available anywhere else, and a DF Crimson Premiere #1 Exclusive comic, signed and re-sketched by variant cover artists Jae Lee and José Villarrubia! Package PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A CRIMSON SCARLET X BUST Sculpted by master sculptor Sam Greenwell from creator Humberto Ramos' fantastic design. This all-new, fully painted 1:8 scale miniature bust measures approximately 5.5" and comes directly from Dynamic Forces and Palisades Marketing! Scarlet's body, shaped by years of training, is an incredibly lethal weapon. An expert with the crossbow, her arrows are sanctified by the Red Hood monks. Limited to 5,000 pieces and comes in a full-color collector's box. (CAUT: 4) Bust $35.00 O/A CRIMSON ALEX ELDER BUST Before his "death," Alex was a normal teenager with a love of hockey. In fact, he planned to play professionally in the NHL. Attacked and bitten by a gang of biker vampires, Alex has reluctantly accepted his fate and his new "un-life." However, his greatest desire is to become a human being again. This bust is the perfect companion piece to Scarlet and makes a perfect pair in any collection. Sculpted by master-sculptor Sam Greenwell from a fierce design by creator Humberto Ramos! This all-new, fully painted 1:8 scale miniature bust measures approximately 5.5" and comes directly from Dynamic Forces and Palisades Marketing! Limited to 5,000 pieces and comes in a full-color collector's box. (CAUT: 4) Bust $35.00 ***************** DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE SCARLET X ACTION FIGURE PLUS BONUS The Dynamic Forces limited edition boxed Scarlet X Action Figure is still available, and the timing could not be better with this month being Crimson's anniversary, as well as the launch month of Humberto Ramos' newest series Out There! And as an extra added bonus, DF is adding in a bonus: the hard-to-get Fairchild Action Figure! Figure (+bonus) $19.95 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE THE MUMMY: VALLEY OF THE GODS ALTERNATE COVER #1 It began thousands of years ago in ancient Egypt, and now a new year begins in 1927, when the inimitable Rick O'Connell returns with his new wife, Evelyn, her brother, Jonathan, and the man named Ardeth Bay, to face a menace far deadlier than Imhotep, The Mummy! But can they stop what lurks beneath the Valley of the Gods? Find out in the first part of this action- packed, all-original comics novel in three thrilling chapters. Also, introducing the menace of The Scorpion King (played by the WWF's The Rock), a powerful force of nature featured prominently in the upcoming summer blockbuster, The Mummy Returns! This Dynamic Forces Exclusive features an alternate photo cover, available nowhere else! FC, 32pg $6.99 MUMMY MOVIE LITHOGRAPH Featuring Brendan Fraser and the movie cast, as painted by Matt Busch! This lithograph measures 18" x 24" and is printed on high-quality 80 pound Gallerie Art Silk stock. A must-have item for every fan of this cult-classic horror adventure film! Litho, 18x24, FC $19.99 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE THE ROCK "RUDY POOH" RED FOIL COVER #1 Finally, The Rock comes to comics — in the most electrifying book on the market today! With his rep on the line, the WWF's Brahma Bull takes on a horde of the world's toughest fighters in a no-holds-barred all-out brawl! But who's behind it, and why? When the Great One is outnumbered and outmaneuvered, will he finally fall…or will everyone smell what The Rock is cookin'?! Don't miss out on the DF "Rudy Pooh" ultra limited Red Foil cover! Limited to 500 Copies. FC $12.99 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE THE ROCK "RUDY POOH" RED FOIL COVER #1 Finally, The Rock comes to comics — in the most electrifying book on the market today! With his rep on the line, the WWF's Brahma Bull takes on a horde of the world's toughest fighters in a no-holds-barred all-out brawl! But who's behind it, and why? When the Great One is outnumbered and outmaneuvered, will he finally fall…or will everyone smell what The Rock is cookin'?! Don't miss out on the DF "Rudy Pooh" ultra limited Red Foil cover! Limited to 500 Copies. FC $12.99 DARKCHYLDE: REDEMPTION HARD-TO-GET-INCENTIVE COVER #1 The extremely limited edition "Rainbow Chrome" cover to Darkchylde: Redemption #1! Don't miss out on this incredible cool comic! Limited to 2,000 Incentive Covers. FC $14.99 THOR #1 RARE SKETCH COVER "RE-MARKED" EDITION Signed and sketched by Dan Jurgens! The almost impossible to get rare first issue sketch cover! But to make it even rarer, this issue is not only signed by Dan Jurgens but it is also re-marked with Thor's hammer on each cover by Dan "The Man" Jurgens! Limited to 300 Re-Marked Editions. SC $69.99 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1 CGC GRADED Three times the ultimate excitement! Ultimate Spider-Man #1 –– the rarest new comic available in the industry today! CGC –– the ultimate grading system in which fans can wait up till two months to get books back! When you combine the three today –– you get the Ultimate collectible comic available today –– but not for long! Don't miss out, as there are only a few of each version available today. You can now order either the regular cover CGC graded –– with a minimum grade of 9.4, or you can order the DF Cover! But don't miss out, as this will sell out! Limited to 300 Re-Marked Editions. DYNAMIC FORCES ED. $69.99 REG. $69.99 BUFFY: JONATHON #1 EXTREMELY LIMTED PLATINUM FOIL COVER The "Superstar" gets his very own one-shot! Don't miss out on this extremely limited "Platinum edition" limited to only 300 units in the WORLD! SC $14.99 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE WITCHBLADE "CHROME" COVER #40 Signed by new ongoing writer Paul Jenkins! This issue presents Part 1 of Paul Jenkins' run as the new ongoing Witchblade writer! Limited to only 500 signed editions. (CAUT: 2) FC $24.95 WITCHBLADE/DARKNESS/ALIENS & PREDATOR –- OH, MY! Featuring the first sold out issue of Mindhunter (featuring Witchblade, The Darkness, Aliens and Predator - but you knew that!) as well as two additional extremely limited Top Cow or Dark Horse comics! So don't miss out on this summer's sizzlin' package! SC $14.95 WOLVERINE LIMITED TOWER RECORDS EDITION The hard-to-get Tower Records cover to this limited special book! SC $14.95 DYNAMIC FORCES X-MEN #100 RE-MARKED EDITION The nearly sold out DF cover to the centennial issue of the X-Men! Signed by Jae Lee and Jose Villarrubia and with two extremely limited head sketches on each cover by DF Alternate Cover artists Jae Lee and Jose Villarrubia! Limited to only 199! SC $99.95 VAMPIRELLA: RE-BIRTH #1 BONUS PACKAGE The first issue to Vampi Re-Birth with the DF Exclusive cover and to commemorate DF is including two bonus books at no extra cost! Hey, it's a party, why not have some extras!? Package $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WOLVERINE #150 DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE "CHROME" COVER Steve Skroce is the new ongoing writer and artist! And he starts on this pivotal issue! Extremely Limited! FC SRP: $14.95 FATHOM #12 FUN FILLED BONUS PACKAGE Featuring the first part of three connecting covers by creator and artist extraordinaire Mike Turner! The first issue of the sold out Triple Threat mini-series featuring not only Fathom but also Tomb Raider and Witchblade! This first of three DF covers helps to connect to form one ultra cool image and features The Witchblade on this issue! And as an extra-added bonus, since their are two special guest characters in this issue, DF will be adding in twice as much bonus books –– two additional out-of- print Top Cow comics at no extra cost! SC $6.95 BRAVE & THE BOLD: 80-PAGE LOST ANNUAL Signed by cover artist and Silver Age maestro Dick Giordano! Featuring classic DC reprints, including Brave and the Bold #50 and #67, Detective Comics #76 by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby and featuring the Boy Commandoes, Sandman & Sandy, the Guardian and the Newsboy Legion; and Charlton's Captain Atom #85. 80pg, FC $29.99 GREEN LANTERN: WILLWORLD HC Signed by artist Seth Fisher! A key moment in Hal Jordan's early days of training unfolds in Green Lantern: Willworld, a 96- page hardcover written by J.M. DeMatteis (The Spectre), with stunningly beautiful artwork by Seth Fisher (Happydale)! HC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $59.99 JLA: INCARNATIONS #1 Signed by artist Val Semeiks! The JLA has been the pre-eminent super-hero team for over four decades. Now their rich and exciting history is fully explained, examined and expanded upon in the generation-spanning JLA: Incarnations, a seven-issue miniseries written by John Ostrander (Martian Manhunter) with art and covers by Val Semeiks and Prentis Rollins! FC $19.99 STAR TREK: TNG/DS9 — DIVIDED WE FALL SIGNED #1 Signed by artist Andrew Currie! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 BATMAN ARCHIVES VOLUME 1 LIMITED SIGNED HC Signed by creator Bob Kane! Dynamic Forces is proud to bring you one of the most desirable signatures in the world, and deliver it in time for Christmas! This archive features the Dark Knight Detectives first forays into battling crime. SC $299.99 EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS EDDIE CAMPBELL'S BACCHUS #60 by Eddie Campbell Six years of self-publication this month! The newly styled Eddie Campbell's Bacchus magazine continues to develop its idiosyncratic design approach with an assortment of comics and articles. The issue starts with a new autobiographical story, probably featuring the triumvirate of terror, the infamous Jack the Ripper, the insectoid nag known as the Snooter, and the Labrador pup named Monty, a Christmas present. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 EL CAPITAN BOOKS STRAY BULLETS VOLUME 5 TP This fifth volume trade paperback reprints issues #17-20 of the critically acclaimed and Eisner Award-winning series Stray Bullets! Including the twisted noir story "Motel" featuring everybody's favorite brooding killer... Monster! The Stray Bullets series collected trade paperbacks are a perfect introduction for new readers and a great way for fans to complete the series! MATURE READERS b&w, 132pg $11.95 STRAY BULLETS SOMEWHERE OUT WEST PACK The ultimate Stray Bullets starter set! The second seven issues of David Lapham's critically-acclaimed series, comprising the entire "Somewhere Out West" story arc, available for the first time together poly-bagged with a bonus Stray Bullets sticker! Pack (x7) $14.95 ENDLESS HORIZONS STARK RAVEN #8 by Smith, McDaniel, Perotta, & Sotomayor Will Stark Raven, Cobretta, and Stephanie survive the DeathShadow's onslaught? Will Stark Raven's extraordinary will to survive overcome his tortured inner psyche as he faces death? And finally, Stark Raven's identity revealed! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 ENTERTAINMENT DISTRIBUTORS OFFERED AGAIN O/A ELESSA EXCLUSIVE ROYAL ARMOR VARIANT ACTION FIGURE Pat Lee's hot Warlands series has spawned an even hotter line of action figures! Grab Elessa the Elf Girl Warrior, dressed in her white and gold royal armor, as this exclusive limited edition action figure! Figure (Note Price) $14.95 O/A WOLVERINE 25TH ANNIVERSARY EXCLUSIVE RESIN GOLD BUST From his first appearance ever comes the new Wolverine Exclusive Gold Bust! Featuring a new golden base, this five-inch scale piece is a new addition to Bowen Designs' line of Marvel busts! Bust $44.95 O/A X-MEN MOVIE ACTION FIGURES: LADIES OF X-MEN SET Enjoy a four-way fling with the women of X-Men with this set of the all-new X-Men: The Movie action figures! These 6" articulated action figures are cast in dynamic poses and feature incredible detail. This set of four includes the super-sexy Mystique and Storm figures, plus the short-packed Rogue and Jean Grey! Set (x4) (Note Price) $39.95 O/A HALLOWEEN EXCLUSIVE GLOW-IN-THE-DARK VARIANT PHOTO COVER #1 The secret origin of Halloween terror Michael Myers is revealed for the first time in this new tale from Chaos! Comics. But what's truly frightening about this book is this exclusive glow-in-the-dark variant cover, featuring a photo image of the "Shape" himself! It's a Halloween treat limited to a print run of only 4,000 copies! FC $12.95 O/A WARLANDS PRELUDE EXCLUSIVE The time has come for war! Go behind the battle lines in this exclusive prelude issue to Pat Lee's hot new series, Warlands! FC (Note Price) $4.00 O/A BUFFY II: BUFFY & ANGEL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH This beautifully painted work of art depicts Buffy the Vampire Slayer (as portrayed by Sarah Michelle Gellar) embraced by her one and only Angel (David Boreanaz). And now it's even more valuable because it's been signed by its creator, renowned artist Boris Vallejo! Lithograph, FC (Note Price) $29.95 *************** EPOCH THE DOOR #1 by Rick Lundeen The eccentric Professor Bledfill introduces his new "Temporal Investigation Squad" and leads them on an odd, time-traveling adventure through… the door. His team includes an All-American girl, an ostrich, and…who?! b&w, 32pg $3.95 EXHIBIT A PRESS SUPERNATURAL LAW VAMPIRE BRAT PACK by Batton Lash Mavis #2 introduces Buford, the teenage vampire brat, a client of attorneys Alanna Wolff and Jeff Byrd. In Wolff & Byrd #24, meet "Myrtle the Vampire Hater" and her A-V (Anti-Vampire) squad, who are out to get Buford and his kind, aided by Niles, the high school librarian. The big showdown occurs in Supernatural Law #24, when Wolff and Byrd go up against Myrtle's skinny, man-hungry lawyer named Ally! Pack (x3) $7.95 F 52 DIFFUSION GALERIE KING CAT COLLECTION by John Porcellino The creator of the King Cat comics and stories delivers his first graphic novel. A book that shows his talent in narration and his unique way of showing off his feelings. Published by B.L.U.B Comix. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. b&w, 52pg $13.00 R. CRUMB SKETCHBOOK REPORTS by Robert Crumb An original sketchbook by Robert Crumb printed in a magnificent fashion by Cornelius this book includes works dating from 1963 when he was collaborating for the magazine Help. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. b&w, 46pg MSRP: $16.00 SPOUTNIK VOLUME 2––FRENCH WITH TRANSLATION BOOK Finally the number of this international anthology is available. The number includes work by Pascal Rabaté, Christophe Blain, Morvandiau, Guy Delisle, Michel Rabagliati, Ulf K., and many others. The beautiful cover is from Seth. A translation booklet is alongside the book. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. b&w, 160pg $13.00 WHO'S AFRAID OF ROBERT CRUMB SC ENGLISH/FRENCH A brilliant book from Le Mussée de la bande dessinée in Angouleme about Robert Crumb, In this bilingual publication, the recollects all the works that were showed at the exhibition last year at the museum alongside a very long and detailed interview with him. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. b&w, 60pg MSRP: $15.00 FANBOY COMICS THE COPYBOOK TALES COLLECTION TP The Copybook Tales follows the lives of two young, aspiring comic creators trying to break into "the biz." For inspiration, the writer, Jamie, turns to his old journal, his copybooks, where he recorded the tales of his youth while growing up. In the pages of his copybooks, Jamie reminisces upon his youth and relives the days of his childhood exploits with his friends. Follow Jamie as he comes of age, looks back on what he knew then and what he knows now, and realizes how all his past experiences helped shape him into the person he is today. The Copybook Tales Collection will collect the original six issue Slave Labor series, the five Copybook Tales mini-comics, all the short stories, all the covers, all the pin-ups, the promotional art, the ads, the T-shirt designs, and of course, the now-classic Copybook short story, "How I Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love John Byrne." It will also feature an all-new Copybook Tales story as well as several unused and never-before-printed stories and artwork. b&w, 240pg $18.95 MOBIUS KLEIN #5 by Kia Asamiya Meet Therese Baji, a beautiful but mysterious secret agent following the every move of the Magician's Guild. While her interests and allegiances are still unclear, she seems to be getting closer and closer to Ganossa Maxmillian. And while Fuyuka continues to be haunted by nightmares of the woman in black leather, Gigelf Liquer and Stephan Maverick take their fateful first steps and enter the halls of the Cyclotron! b&w, 32pg $2.95 WHITE RAIN #1 by Yoshitoshi ABe White Rain follows the lives of two young girls who appear to be identical twins. They do not have names but on their foreheads they have numbers; one is 328 and the other is 329. The story takes place in a maze-like building that seems to have no exits. The two girls have lost their memories and have no idea who they are or where they are. All they know is that there is no food and if they do not get out, they will die... ABe's sensitive linework and attention to detail was first seen in Serial Experiments LAIN, the hit anime series of last year. White Rain is a bit of an artistic departure for ABe, as he uses only pencil and zipatone to illustrate this entire comic. The result is quite breathtaking and sure to surprise, amaze, and delight readers. b&w, 40pg $4.95 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS LOVE & ROCKETS VOLUME II #2 by Gilbert, Jaime, & Mario Hernandez The second great issue of the second volume of the comic that revolutionized comics —Love & Rockets! Los Bros. Hernandez are back and better than ever! In Beto's "Julio's Day," Julio goes to school, encounters bullies, difficult school work, attention deficit disorder, and the slow destruction of passion and creativity by the school system. Mario gives us part two of "Me for the Unknown," a story filled with crooked politicians and revolution in the Comprachican bayou. And in Jaime's tale, Maggie asks herself, "Does the world suck or do I suck? That is the question." while Izzy is still in her apartment and someone called The Frogmouth wants to be her best friend. Cardstock cover. Quarterly. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.95 PALESTINE TP by Joe Sacco Prior to Safe Area Gorazde: The War In Eastern Bosnia 1992-1995 (Joe Sacco's breakthrough novel of graphic journalism published earlier this year), the acclaimed author was best known for Palestine, a two-volume graphic novel that won an American Book Award in 1996. Fantagraphics Books is pleased to present, for the first time, a single-volume collection of this 288-page landmark of journalism and the artform of comics. Based on several months of research and an extended visit to the West Bank and Gaza Strip in the early 1990s (where he conducted over 100 interviews with Palestinians and Jews), Palestine was the first major comics work of political and historical nonfiction by Sacco, whose name has since become synonymous with this graphic form of New Journalism. This new edition also features a new introduction from renowned author, critic, and historian Edward Said (Peace and Its Discontents and The Question of Palestine), one of the world's most respected authorities on the Middle Eastern conflict. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 288pg, b&w $24.95 NO MORE SHAVES: A DUPLEX PLANET COLLECTION TP by David Greenberger & Various By turns poignant, hilarious, and confounding, David Greenberger's interviews with nursing home residents have made his 'zine, Duplex Planet, a cult-favorite for over 20 years. In addition to over 150 issues of the flagship 'zine, under Greenberger's reverent watch the material has also spawned a multi-media empire encompassing radio, films, music, theater, lectures, and a traveling art exhibit. And now there's No More Shaves, a collection of comic strips written by Greenberger and drawn by some of the best cartoonists in comics. No More Shaves focuses on six of the Duplex's most prominent residents, including the ever- cranky Arthur Wallace and the hard-living Larry Green, with an introduction by Greenberger. The line-up of cartoonists is a Who's Who of contemporary talent: Dave Cooper, Jason Lutes, Rick Altergott, Doug Allen, Pat Moriarty, Dame Darcy, Ron Rege, and many more, making No More Shaves a must-have for fans of Duplex Planet and contemporary comic art! Each artist interprets one of Greenberger's interviews in wildly imagined ways, adding depth to the words and giving form to the people who lived in the Duplex Planet Nursing Home and many other locales he has frequented through the years. MATURE READERS SC, 144pg, b&w $18.95 WEASEL #4 by Dave Cooper In the ongoing serial, Ripple, Martin tries to mend his and Tina's sickly relationship. But eventually his jealousy sets Tina off in rage. It all leads to a surreal night of antagonism and debauchery. There's also another wonderfully disjointed "television program x-32b" dream story, this time starring Eddy Table, a goat, and a 12-foot Amazon with immense breasts! As an added treat, comix genius and Hellboy creator Mike Mignola contributes a gorgeous and mystifying five-page nonsense story and a back cover illustration, both colored by Dave Cooper. Finally, four pages of "Encyclopedia Nonsensica" and several beautiful design elements fill out this extra-long 40-page issue with cardstock covers. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. X #1 (Jan00) b&w, 40pg $4.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BLAB VOLUME 11 edited by Monte Beauchamp Volume 11 features ten extra pages of color than previous volumes, and welcomes ten new artists to the BLAB! family. It also features the return of BLAB!'s most popular favorites, including comics giants, as well as illustration legends, and more! (STAR12306) MATURE READERS SC, 112pg, PC $19.95 FEAR OF COMICS by Gilbert Hernandez Fear of Comics is a collection of short stories penned with Beto's signature surrealistic and often experimental style. Fear of Comics collects for the first time, the very best of Gilbert Hernandez's short fiction from the pages of his New Love comic book series, eight New Love covers, as well as stories from Zero Zero, rare Vortex Comics stories, and a piece from Goody Good #1! (STAR11952) MATURE READERS SC, 120pg, b&w $12.95 LOCAS IN LOVE by Jaime Hernandez Penny Century is the title of Hernandez's current ongoing Harvey Award-winning comic book series and this is the first collection, reprinting the first four issues of the series. The mood is set with the opening story, "Penny Century," in which a lonely man named Ray Dominguez, newly relocated to Los Angeles, can't get the affair he had last year with our titular heroine out of his head. Ray's stories are interspersed throughout other shorts from Hernandez's extended cast of characters. One of the book's centerpieces is the stand-alone "Home School," an enchanting tale of sibling love and rivalry starring two of Hernandez's favorite characters — Maggie and Izzy — as little girls. Plus, this volume also includes the complete Maggie & Hopey Color Fun, a 24-page full-color romp starring Hernandez's two most popular characters. (STAR11981) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 120pg, PC $14.95 ************** PSYCHONAUT #1 & #2 PACK by Aleksandar Zograf Aleksander Zograf provides some of the most insightful and personal reportage on everyday life inside the former Yugoslavia. Zograf's work runs in the same vein as Joe Sacco's highly successful Safe Area Gorazde, but as written by an insider rather than an American reporter-at-large. With entries on his wartime experiences as a Serb civilian, Psychonaut also includes a series of back ups including "Women and War," "Hitler 1995," and "(Not a Sad) Story About Death." Fans of Joe Sacco and Peter Kuper will love Zograf's work, as his unique art style adds a whole new dimension to his comics/journalism. Check out the cutting-edge of political, autobiographical comics with the Psychonaut pack! MATURE READERS Pack (x2) $7.45 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THEATRE OF CRUELTY by Marc Tessier & Alexander Lafleur Tessier and Lafleur's debut graphic novel from Fantagraphics collects four striking stories each prefaced with an original tarot card illustration. "The Sleeping Heart," "The Theatre of Cruelty," "The Lovers," and "To Chandra from Surya" filter autobiographical fragments through the dream world, plumbing the depths of the psyche, mining the mythology of our collective unconscious. Written and drawn over a five-year period, each tale in The Theatre Of Cruelty is a rollercoaster ride through hell and heaven, fueled by a quest to capture the truth through the power of imagination. MATURE READERS b&w, 80pg $9.95 ************** STAR OF THE MONTH BARRY WINDSOR-SMITH'S ADASTRA IN AFRICA HC by Barry Windsor-Smith Adastra In Africa, a stand-alone 56-page hardcover, including a complete, beautifully rendered 39-page black-and-white graphic story features the most popular member of Young Gods, from Windsor-Smith's ground-breaking Storyteller series. The younger, exiled goddess returns to an African village, striving to bring salvation to the famine-stricken area, and helps a defiantly proud people regain their vitality. This never-before-seen story is augmented by a fresh, amusing interview with Her Royal Highness, Princess Adastra, as well as background material about this beloved character. (STAR09490) HC, 56pg $15.00 *************** Eros Comix BIZARRE BONDAGE #4 by Dementia SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg (Note Price) $3.50 MARA 10TH ANNIVERSARY GN by Dennis Cramer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL GN, 120pg $16.95 STARS OF THE MONTH EROS GN 17: MARA OF THE CELTS by Dennis Cramer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR06987) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 136pg, b&w $17.95 EROS GN 36: MARA, CELTIC SHAMANESS VOLUME 2 by Dennis Cramer SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR08221) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 160pg, b&w $19.95 *************** MELODY ON STAGE: MELODY VOLUME 2 #1 by Sylvie Rancourt & Jacques Boivin SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.95 SEXUS GN by Veiko O.T. Jarvinen SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL GN, 64pg $9.95 SEXY SYMPHONY #2 by F. Solano Lopez SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL FC, 24pg $3.95 YOUNG WITCHES VOLUME 3: EMPIRE OF SIN TP by F. Solano Lopez & Eduardo Barreiro SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL FC, 72pg $16.95 Eros MangErotica NEW BONDAGE FAIRIES #8––CURRENT PRINTING by Kondom SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 NEW BONDAGE FAIRIES #12––CURRENT PRINTING by Kondom SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $2.95 COMPLETE SEXHIBITION PACK by Suehirogari SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x8) $23.60 FELIX COMICS, INC. FELIX'S BLOCKBUSTER MOVIE BONANZA #1 by Various Felix goes to the movies, and the movies will never be the same! Join Felix and the gang as they spoof some of your favorite big budget blowouts. First, Agent Felix is on an improbable mission in "MI 62 ¼." Then, get ready for a groovy time with "Austin Purrs – International Feline of Mystery." Yeah baby! Next, Felix is the one… check out "The Catrix." All this, plus "The Six Cents," puzzles, letters, pin-ups, and more! b&w, 32pg $2.50 FIVE O'CLOCK SHADOW BIPOLAR #1 by Tomer Hanuka, Assaf Hanuka, & Etgar Keret "Time Strips" examines the different identities we wear as our life evolves and the way these identities interact if they were to exist on one time line. "Pizzeria Kamikaze" is about a guy with a broken heart who committed suicide only to find himself at Pizzeria Kamikaze, a regular day job in a world where everyone died before and now it's about passing time. "I Love You" examines how much of ourselves we project onto others. By using story lines, the myth of relationships is explored under highly opposite environments. b&w, 32pg $2.95 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING Guidebooks & Reference Works STARS OF THE MONTH HAKE'S PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS––THIRD EDITION Presented in a new, larger 8 ½" x 11" format and 928 pages, this book is the definitive visual guide and checklist for character toys! This edition includes more than 10,000 photos, more than 360 unique categories and more than 220 different types of items! It's all in Hake's Price Guide To Character Toys! Toy Story, Uncle Scrooge, Pokémon, Small Soldiers, super-hero resins, Batman, Muhammad Ali, Disneyana, Superman, Spider-Man, Roy Rogers, Buck Rogers, KISS, Mickey Mouse, The Lone Ranger, Puppet Master, Elvis, The Phantom, X-Men, Charlie Chaplin, The Cisco Kid, Donald Duck, Captain Marvel, Laurel & Hardy, Howdy Doody, Planet of the Apes, MAD, Hopalong Cassidy, Captain America, toy guns and more! From the publishers of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide! (STAR11611) SC, 928pg $35.00 TALES OF TERROR! THE EC COMPANION HC Tales of Terror! is a visual checklist, creator index, guidebook and more, with every EC cover reproduced in full color. See the work of creators like Wally Wood, Al Feldstein, Al Williamson, Harvey Kurtzman, Graham Ingels, Bernie Krigstein, and others. Encounter the other events that shaped the comics world for decades to come in this fitting presentation of one of the most important companies in comics history. Co-Published by Gemstone Publishing and Fantagraphics Books. This hard cover edition is in The Complete EC Library format! (STAR11041) HC, 9x12, PC $39.95 ************** EC COMICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A HAUNT OF FEAR ANNUAL COLLECTOR'S PACK Collect the entire Haunt of Fear series in six trade paperback size volumes. Set (x 6) $65.25 O/A VAULT OF HORROR ANNUAL COLLECTOR'S PACK Collect the entire Vault of Horror series in six trade paperback size volumes. Set (x 6) $67.25 **************** CARL BARKS LIBRARY STAR OF THE MONTH CARL BARKS LIBRARY SET VOLUME III Like the deluxe EC Library sets, this set reprint the classic Disney stories by Carl Barks in a deluxe, hardbound, oversized format. Shot from the original art and presented in crystal clear black-and-white (with covers in color), this volume collects the works of one of the most beloved comic artists ever. Set is slip-cased and features Reprints Uncle Scrooge #1-20. (STAR02003) Set (Note Price) $130.00 *************** PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDES STARS OF THE MONTH PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO MARVEL COMICS VOLUMES III & IV HC 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 Marvel Comics Volumes III & IV are 11" x 14" hardcover books that illustrate the lavish history of Marvel Comics by showing reproductions of each comic book cover in full color! VOLUME III (A-J)—HC (STAR00178) $29.95 VOLUME IV (K-Z)—HC (STAR00179) $29.95 *********************** LITTLE LULU LIBRARY STAR OF THE MONTH LITTLE LULU LIBRARY VOLUME III Available again after what seems like an eternity and in a deluxe format similar to the Complete EC Library or the Carl Barks Library, Little Lulu is widely considered to be one of the most important comic series of all time. Contains the complete Little Lulu from 1950-51, issues #22-36. Includes three volumes in slipcases. (STAR02523) Set (x3) (Note Price) $130.00 ********************** HAMLYN JUDGE DREDD: PIT GN by John Wagner & Carlos Ezquerra When Judge Dredd is sent to take over as Chief of Sector House 301 in the isolated North-West Hab Zone, it's an unwelcome posting for him and his new charges! Nicknamed the pit, the sector house has been a dumping ground for every misfit and renegade Judge in Mega-City One. They fear Dredd will uncover their secrets. Unused to operating behind a desk, Judge Dredd yearns to be back cracking heads on the mean streets of Mega-City One. But when a rogue judge accuses five colleagues of corruption, life for Dredd in the Pit suddenly becomes very interesting! Unsure of whom he can trust, he summons an investigative team of judges from Mega-City One. Together, they uncover a trail of deceit and murder that leads to the very top levels of command! MATURE READERS GN $15.99 JUDGE DREDD: FETISH GN When four raiders steal a sacred relic from a village in Africa and take it back to Mega-City One, they unwittingly bring a deadly curse with them. From half a world away, vengeful witch doctor Kigishu uses the supernatural powers of the thrusting mask to strike them down. The murders attract the attention of Judge Dredd. He tracks the causes to a wooden idol, a fetish, held at the Museum of Mankind, and is himself attacked by its spirit. Determined to bring the perpetrator to book, Dredd travels to Africa to confront Kigishu. The events that await him include a series of supernatural attacks in the stifling heat of the jungle together with the reappearance of an old adversary… MATURE READERS GN, 88pg $9.99 HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA MODEL SEARCH SPECIAL Vampirella's back — in the flesh! The fans have spoken. They've seen the pictures of the models in Wizard Magazine, Vampirella Genesis and vampirella.com and have voted for their favorite model! And this is the first place they can see her. Featuring interviews and pictures of the top contestants and premiering the new photos of the new official Vampirella. This book also features tons of behind-the-scene info from the Vampirella 2001 Model Search. The model will be featured on the cover of the new series beginning in June as well as appear at upcoming conventions! Features a foil-enhanced cover. FC, 32pg $2.95 DIGITAL VAMPI #1 PREVIEW EDITION by David Conway & Kevin Lau The most revolutionary comic ever! Combining state-of-the-art technology with incredible art and story, Digital Vampi is the future of comics. Preview Vampi #1 as you've never seen her before in this completely computer rendered comic produced by Brian Haberlin. The book will include special "making of" pages and actual artwork to be used in the issue. FC, 24pg $2.95 VAMPI #4-6 SET by David Conway & Kevin Lau All three issues of the Dark Angel Rising story arc signed and numbered by Kevin Lau! Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 250 sets. (CAUT: 2) Set (x3) $39.95 VAMPIRELLA GENESIS #1 VARIANT PREVIEW EDITION by Mark Millar & Mike Mayhew Vampirella returns to comics in this magazine comic. This edition features an alternate cover by Mike Mayhew! Featuring preview pages from the new Vampirella series premiering in June, written by Authority's Mark Millar and artwork by Mike Mayhew. Also includes a sneak peak of the models who auditioned to become the new official Vampirella! Limited to only 1,500 copies! Also available signed and numbered by Mike Mayhew! REG.––FC, 24pg $9.95 SIGNED––FC, 24pg (CAUT: 2) $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPI LIMITED CHROME EDITION #2 by David Conway & Kevin Lau Following her explosive debut, Vampi descends further into the heart of darkness in Vampi #2. Featuring a new chrome cover by Kevin Lau! Limited to only 2,000 copies! FC, 32pg $14.95 O/A VAMPIRELLA/LADY DEATH: THE REVENGE LIMITED CHROME EDITION #1 by David Conway & Dorian Cleavenger This edition features an etched MetalTex chrome cover by Dorian Cleavenger. Harris Comics and Chaos! Comics bring you the ultimate rematch between comics' reigning bad girls in a fight only one will survive! Limited to only 2,000. FC, 32pg $14.95 O/A VAMPIRELLA/LADY DEATH END #1 CHROME EDITION by David Conway & Dorian Cleavenger This edition features an etched MetalTex chrome cover by Dorian Cleavenger. Harris Comics and Chaos! Comics bring you the final battle between comics' reigning bad girls. Limited to only 2,500 pieces. FC, 32pg $14.95 *************** HEAVY METAL HEAVY METAL JULIE STRAIN'S GREATEST HITS HC The collected works of "It's Only Art if It's Well Hung and Six Foot One and Worth the Climb" is combined with 40 new pages containing 100 new photos. A total of 296 pages are yours, featuring the Amazon pin-up model, Julie Strain! Also available as a deluxe signed edition! MATURE READERS REG.—HC $25.95 DLX.—HC $39.95 HEAVY METAL SUMMER 2001 SPECIAL Deadly as a loaded gun! This special issue features the 46-page graphic novel, "Alien Arena," by Alex Horley. Plus, more over- the-top graphic sci-fi/fantasy madness you always expect in each and every issue of Heavy Metal. Includes a 15 ½" x 21" poster! MATURE READERS Magazine $5.95 HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING INCAL #2 by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov Continuing the complete adventures of John Difool! Brought back from the brink of suicide after last issue's tragedy, John goes off with Snail Head to discover the real truth about his mother. On city level 30.042, John joins the Church of the Neuroemotional, where he starts to finally be happy with his new life. A surprise character returns in time to ruin all of this for John, and just may cost him his newfound love. Cover by fan favorite Ladronn (Marvels Inhumans, Cable). MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 METABARONS #13 by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Juan Gimenez Find out why Fandom.Com calls The Metabarons "comics' growing cult-hit!" The Metabaron Steelhead is pitted against Don Nicanor and his army of Philodendrans. Dona Vicenta throws herself into the middle of the conflict with a desprate ploy that has no prayer of working. Even if she is successful, will anybody be able to survive the effects of Steelhead's dual personality? FC, 32pg $2.95 SHIP OF STONE HC by Enki Bilal & Pierre Christin The Grand Large property developers are planning to build a large resort by Trehoet Castle and the tiny fishing village that lies by its shores. As the fishermen begin to realize the problems this poses to their lives, the developers find out that the occupant who lives in the castle is the greatest danger. The castle is of great importance to the town's ancestry, and the old man who lives there will stop at nothing to keep it from being demolished. When the town's people learn of this protector, they are able to finally rally against the greedy developers. HC, 8x11, 60pg, FC $14.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DORMANT BEAST GN by Enki Bilal New York 2023. Nike, the hero of The Dormant Beast, has a prodigious memory, and he uses his gift to try to understand his past as a Yugoslav orphan, as well as his violent and chaotic present, where obscurantism has become a flourishing business of worldwide manipulation. A haunting and captivating work by one of the foremost graphic novel artists in the world! Prestige format. (STAR10936) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 72pg, FC $10.95 TECHNOPRIESTS VOLUME 2: NOHOPE PENITENTIARY SCHOOL HC by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov Albino must undergo many trials before becoming the supreme TechnoPriest, master of games and virtual reality. In this new episode, Albino recounts his days in the Nohope Penitentiary School, where he had to compete against his fellow classmates in a series of nightmarish virtual games from which there can be only one winner. Once again, Albino transcends the laws of the cosmos by becoming able to make virtual reality function in the real and material world. A truly original and compelling sci-fi adventure by the writer of The Metabarons! (STAR12358) MATURE READERS HC, 56pg, FC $14.95 ***************************** I BOX PUBLISHING THIEVES & KINGS #36 by Mark Oakley It's winter time in Oceansend, and Heath, Rubel and Kim have been forced to live in the streets! Dodging the forces of the dread pirate Black Casper and the vile machinations and ever growing power of the dark witch Locumire, this, the first episode of the fifth story arc of Thieves & Kings, launches the tale into unexpected directions. Set within the Dickensian alleys and canals of the old city, the three friends must depend on their wits and upon one another in order to survive amidst that cast of new and dangerous characters populating the gritty underside of Oceansend. b&w, 24pg $2.50 INSIGHT STUDIOS GROUP LIBERTY MEADOWS #19 Don't miss this rare chance to see Brandy and all the critters through the eyes of Adam Hughes! Also, see an unusual series of strips by Frank Cho that document one of his disastrous book signings as he comes face to face with his fans. These strips will convince you that comedy is not pretty. Plus, Frank is on hand to answer your letters and comment on the never-before-seen uncensored versions of his strips! This issue contains strips from Sept. 27, 1999 through Nov. 13, 1999. b&w, 32pg $2.95 IRONCAT GALACTIC ACTION PAK: CRUSHER JOE & HYPER DOLLS GN SET This is a special fan appreciation sale on Ironcat's pair of sci-fi adventure graphic novels, Crusher Joe — by Fujihiko Hosono and Haruka Takachiho — and Hyper Dolls by Shimpei Itoh, the creator of Moldiver. Join Joe and his valiant crew as they chase after a a mysterious ghost ship and battle for their lives in outer space against galactic intrigue. Then, laugh along with other Japanese monster movie fans at an unlikely pair of robotic super-heroes, Miyu and Malika, sent to pose as innocent school girls while they protect Earth from genetically-engineered monsters. Set $29.99 STARS OF THE MONTH DRAGON WARS VOLUME 1 TP Ryukihei's tale of the boy that would become King of the Dragon Clan is collected in this handy, carry-anywhere graphic novel format! This is the story of Lufiak Duel and his quest to rid the land of the evil that plagues it, with the help of several dragons. This volume features a revised translation and new, never-before-seen artwork from the manga master who draws dragons like no one else! (STAR10644) SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $17.95 FUTABA-KUN CHANGE! VOLUME 1 GN Studio Ironcat's first graphic novel collects the first volume of the wildly popular and hilariously zany manga Futaba-kun Change! All six issues are reprinted in one spiffy volume. (STAR10868) SC, 6x9, 192pg, b&w $15.95 NEW VAMPIRE MIYU VOLUME 1 GN The long anticipated New Vampire Miyu graphic novel. This 180-page book collects all seven issues of volume one, with a revised translation and art. Comes in a handy size so you can carry it anywhere and share it with your friends! (STAR09285) b&w, 32pg $17.95 *************** KENZER & COMPANY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: IN THE SHADOWS OF DRAGONS #2 by Donovan, Walpole, Brase, Fidler, and Mac As the adventurer's journey into Greyhawk continues, Rel Astra's champions must now navigate past the hidden dangers of the Lone Heath. However, they do this with the addition of a mighty Hammerback dwarf joining the mission… much to Kiernan's dismay.Will the heroes be able to endure the treacherous swampland, or will it swallow them up one by one? Perhaps the key to their suvival lies with a hidden stranger tracking them since their departure from the metropolis? Bimonthly. FC, 32pg (2 of 8) $2.95 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #55: PUTTIN' ON THE CRITS Knights of the Dinner Table is a comic book for gamers. The principal characters –– B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, Sara and the dastardly Black Hands, play numerous characters in their role-playing games, but their essential characteristics and hilarious interactions always shine through whatever roles they're playing. In addition to the comics, KoDT features articles geared to a gamer's perspective. A fantastic and hilarious slice of (fantasy) life in strips. b&w $2.95 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: HACKMASERS OF EVERKNIGHT #7 by Greg Rucka & Manny Vega Greg Rucka, everyone's favorite Bat-writer, flexes his funnybone and takes a stab at the HackMasters of EverKnight, and we're not talking about no wussy paper cut. If you thought the HackMasters left a trail of death and destruction in their wake, imagine what happens when one of them snaps. With two down and one to go, the EverKnights are being taken out one-by-one by their greatest foe — one of their own. Poadrus Fallow strikes again in "Dark EverKnight Returns." b&w, 32pg $2.95 KOMICS, INC. DEMON HUNTER ETON VOLUME 5 GN by S.M. Han & M.S. Kim The final volume! Eton is almost dead, and Medusa hangs over him waiting to take his soul. Junah is devastated and tries to save him but to no avail. Eton's prescribe power of omnipotent eviel soul leaves his body and is taken by Soucon. Soucon kills Eton's father, the Emperor of Evil to take over the reigns as the new Emperor of Evil. But meanwhile, Eton returns to avenge his death by eating the sacred egg of the Evil Emperor. In the deadly battle between Soucon and Eton, the world's future is at stake… but Eton selflessly gives up his life to save the world. But what about the unrequited love for Junah and Eton? (CAUT: 4) SC, 159pg (5 of 5) $9.85 NEON: FUTURE WARRIOR VOLUME 9 GN by Yaseoulrok Production The final volume! Houstonians are celebrating the 176th anniversary of their beloved city and the passing of Comet Pamus. No one is aware that the passing comet could bring the end of the world. Meanwhile, the evil Lord Rudolph is set to reanimate in three hours, and Neon is still fighting his way through the Cyborgs and 72 warriors of Habaspa, to decipher Camelot's forefathers' message and reach the Sun Mirror before NASA. Dr. Suzy Min gets there just in time to save him from Cyborg Number 1. Neon finally retrieves the entire message from the Roseland forefathers warning of Lord Rudolph and his evil plot. He joins forces with NASA to save the world but NASA's Dr. Silver wants both Rudolph and Neon dead! (CAUT: 4) SC, 185pg (9 of 9) $12.85 PROJECT ACAEA VOLUME 5 GN by Moon Jong Ko The final volume! Khan has ordered Lucipher to obliterate the human race, but Lucipher has experienced the warmth and love of humans and refuses his orders. Meanwhile Khan has already sent 30,000 trained killers to attack the entire eastern seabord. Lucipher decides to help the humans to save Earth but Khan has killed Haesoo and absorbed her powers. Lucipher, devastated by the loss of his love is hopeless but decides to avenge her death and rescue the human race by fighting Khan to death forever into the Black Hole. SC, 187pg (5 of 5) $12.85 LAST GASP, INC. THE #*@!VK COLORING BOOK by Krystine Kryttre Krystine Kryttre has been published in Raw, Weirdo, Artforum, Go Naked, and other high-quality comics anthologies. Her solo comic-book, Death Warmed Over, compiles more obscure shorts she placed in various magazines. But Krystine Kryttre has vanished from the comics pages she used to haunt. Instead she has been concentrating on paintings, animation, and experimental taxidermy, and she now shows her works in art galleries. As her Summer 2001 show at La Luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles approaches, Last Gasp (as the gallery's publishing partner) will offer this excellent coloring book that tells a maybe-not-completely autobiographical story of the apprenticeship of a graphic artist. Printed on the rough paper of old-time coloring books, this Freudian fable will show that Kryttre can tell a deep and meaningful (not to mention hilarious) story in a few panels and no text. MATURE READERS SC, 24pg, b&w $5.95 NAÏMAH by Fildor & Shiny Beast SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 46pg, FC $12.95 LIGHTSPEED PRESS FINDER #22 by Carla Speed McNeil In "Fight Scene" (rescheduled from issue #21), barstools and broken bottles fly as Jaeger recounts his personal history of belligerence and how he learned the fine art of being left alone. He says the most important fights in his life never happened; find out why in this issue of Finder. B&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH FINDER: SIN-EATER VOLUME TWO TP by Carla Speed McNeil This second trade paperback collects issues #8 through #14 of the award-winning series Finder, plus exhaustive behind-the- scenes notes by the author, an art gallery, a new painted cover, and a brand-new eight-page story! Volume Two completes the first major story arc, "Sin-Eater," wherein Jaeger, an aboriginal detective, wrestles with the moral dilemma of what to do with a man who seems to be dangerously crazy, but hasn't done anything yet. He's trying to steer an 'accident-waiting-to-happen,' and he's not entirely certain that he didn't start its engine himself! (STAR12392) SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $19.95 ********************* LONE STAR PRESS FORCE SEVEN #6 by Wright, Moy, de la Rosa, & Zahler Washington, D.C. in ruins! An army of conquering K'strell Amazons! Not one, but two Winter's Knights, each one phasing in and out of reality! What the heck is going on?! That's exactly what Force Seven wants to know. For the past week, they've been looking for the one person who can help them undo the situation and make everything right again… the arch-mage, Atlas! With reality pulled inside out, the bad guys are good, and the good guys are very bad. Force Seven's only hope lies in making contact with the leader of the resistance, Faith's sister, Charity! Jeff (Legionnaires) Moy guest-pencils this all-action issue! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MID-WEST COMIC COMPANY THE DARKNESS #33 SAN DIEGO COMIC CON LIMITED FOIL-STAMPED COVER EDITION Are you one of the many Top Cow fans that couldn't make it to San Diego last year? Tired of paying premium prices for con exclusives? Then here's your chance to score this very limited edition of The Darkness #33, featuring a foil-stamped logo and limited to 1,500 copies. Ships bagged and boarded. FC, 32pg SRP: $9.99 RISING STARS #9 WIZARD WORLD CON 2000 EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER EDITION Another 2000 convention exclusive, this version of the hot Image Comics series, Rising Stars, features an alternate cover available only at Wizard World Chicago 2000. Limited to 2,500 copies, each shipped bagged and boarded. FC, 32pg SRP: $9.99 TOMB RAIDER #1 E3 CON EXCLUSIVE MICHAEL TURNER FOIL-STAMPED EDITION This limited edition of Tomb Raider #1 was originally available at last year's E3 video & computer game/consumer electronics show, and features a stunning cover by Michael Turner, as well as foil stamping. Limited to 2,500 copies, each shipped bagged and boarded. FC, 32pg SRP: $15.99 MIGHTY GREMLIN STAR OF THE MONTH ELECTRIC GIRL VOLUME 1 TP by Mike Brennan This trade paperback collects the first four issues of the Electric Girl comic book. All this, plus a never-before-seen story — the origin of Electric Girl! (STAR12452) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $9.95 ************************** NBM EVOLUTION SC by Luis Royo An artist of the spectacular. Each collection sparkles with pieces seen on book covers from around the world. Fantasy, science fiction, erotica, and more... Royo has devised a special personal mix of media that makes his work so uncannily real, so beguilingly engaging as to make him a best-selling star. This is his newest collection, consisting mostly of original, never- before-seen pieces! MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE BEST OF ROYO! DREAMS TP by Luis Royo Dreams, is the book that collects the intense and electric works by Luis Royo that were created in the last 10 years. These works, never-before-published in a single book, include sketches, comments by the artist, and new illustrations. (STAR10209) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 III MILLENIUM TP by Luis Royo Another collection of stupendously scintillating scenes of women, beasts, and machines, with a theme of approaching the new millennium! (STAR08068) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 MALEFIC TP by Luis Royo Sexy, sensuous, horrific fantasy art as done for the covers of Heavy Metal and other leading mass market publishers. (STAR10190) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 SECRETS TP by Luis Royo A collection of beautifully painted fantasy pieces often seen on the front cover of Heavy Metal and on leading fantasy paperbacks. In turn, sensuous, frightening and mysterious, Royo's luminescent pieces sparkle in this luxuriously presented full- color trade paperback. (STAR08773) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 WOMEN TP by Luis Royo This book contains works of fantasy, hard SF, and sensuality, with covers done for Berkley, Tor and Warner, and even some of his early comics work. (STAR08783) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $18.95 **************************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A STRIPTEASE: 10 POSTCARDS BY ROYO SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Set (x10), FC $11.95 **************************** 2024 HARDCOVER EDITION by Ted Rall Move forward two decades. See a world where the giant media moguls and software companies have become our new "big brothers." They want the best for us. They know what's best for us. And what's best for us we have chosen ourselves… a consumer heaven with no questions asked! It's a terrifying future where the past doesn't matter and no one cares! The motto to live by: "Yes, no, whatever!" Ted Rall updates and spoofs 1984 in a scathing look at where we could be headed. All Rall, guaranteed to kick your butt! Thought provoking? Try thought incensing! His best and most chillingly funny work yet! HC, 6x9, 96pg, b&w $16.95 SECRET MESSAGES #1: THE SILENT INVASION—ABDUCTIONS by Michael Cherkas & Larry Hancock Michael Cherkas and Larry Hancock return to regular comic book publishing with a new ongoing quarterly title! This first issue presents The Silent Invasion: Abductions Part One (of Four). This new installment in the popular, award-nominated series focuses on troubled, down-and-out private eye, Phil Housley. Racked with guilt over having to kill Matt Sinkage, Housley is reluctantly drawn into a missing person case involving philandering husbands, sexy housewives, UFOs, aliens, Matt Sinkage and very top-secret government organizations! This issue reprints The Silent Invasion: Abductions #1 (originally published by Caliber Comics in May 1999), but with a new cover and additional story pages and other new material. NOTE: Caliber published no further issues past this one. bw, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE SILENT INVASION by Michael Cherkas & Larry Hancock Matt Sinkage, a reporter in the Fifties, is sure aliens are taking over people's bodies and our society. Others aren't so sure... Mixes humor and an involving suspenseful yarn. O/A VOL. 1 & 2: SECRET AFFAIRS/RED SHADOWS TP SC, 8x11, 160pg, b&w (O/A) $16.95 VOL. 3: TARNISHED DREAMS TP SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w (STAR04734) $9.95 VOL. 4: THE GREAT FEAR TP SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w (STAR04735) $9.95 ***************************** A TREASURY OF VICTORIAN MURDER: THE MYSTERY OF MARY ROGERS by Rick Geary Now in softcover! Rick Geary presents yet another true crime tale of the 19th century, very carefully researched and based in fact, but with his usual tongue-in-cheek look at the lurid details. Mary Rogers was a compellingly beautiful lass employed in a cigar store in New York City in the mid-nineteenth century. She had a few suitors. Then, she suddenly disappeared, her body recovered in the Hudson off the Jersey side. The press had a field day with all the possible shocking possibilities… but the case was never solved. Now you can examine the facts behind this mysterious murder, whose details are fascinatingly recreated here by Geary, and make up your own mind! SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $8.95 Eurotica SIZZLE #10 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 48pg, b&w $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH EX LIBRIS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR12390) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 48pg, FC $9.95 **************************** NEW ENGLAND COMICS THE TICK COLOR #3 by Silvia, Kazybrid, & Toyoshima Rocket Men From The Moon continues in this all-new full-color issue! The Tick, Arthur and the gang have learned that Crazy Blue Rocket has a Secret Rocket Moon Base, but an even bigger secret is revealed! The delusional hero's blown-up sidekick, Johnny Wingless, is alive! The reunion is tainted though, as The City is still in danger from an ominous onslaught of moon meteors. Can The Tick and Arthur stop the missiles while there's still a The City to save? Why has Johnny remained hidden on the moon? What is his secret agenda? And most important of all, can Johnny speak? Find out the answers to these questions and more in The Tick Color #3 as our heroes come face-to-face with the most evil and dangerous thing they have ever come face-to-face with! FC, 32pg $3.95 IN-COUNTRY NAM #4 by Ron Ledwell Recon teams were an important part of MACV's (Military Assistance Command Vietnam), intelligence-gathering operation. These teams, Marine, Army and Navy, were inserted by helicopter or small boat behind enemy lines to gather as much information on the movements of Viet Cong and North Vietnamese units. If they were not detected the mission went fine. If they were, all hell broke loose and the Viet Cong and N.V.A. spared no effort to destroy the infiltrating Americans! b&w, 32pg $3.50 WAFFEN SS # 4 by Ron Ledwell The Waffen-SS won its spurs at the Battle of Kharkov, and proved once and for all to the German General Staff that they were a combat force that could be counted on when all else failed. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd SS panzer divisions evacuated the Russian city of Kharkov in advance of a massive Red Army attack. Although this was contrary to Hitler's "No Retreat!" orders, the plan worked perfectly. The three elite Waffen-SS divisions counter-attacked and routed the celebrating Russian soldiers. Wehrmacht tank expert General Guderian described this engagement as "one of the most masterfully crafted victories of World War II." Experience the ebb and flow of armored warfare on the Eastern Front in the fourth issue of Waffen-SS! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. b&w, 32pg $3.50 NICKELODEON RUGRATS COMIC ADVENTURES VOLUME 3 #2 Nickelodeon's too-cool toddlers return in their latest issue featuring games, puzzles, and an all-new Rugrats adventures! Magazine format. FC, 32pg $2.95 ONI PRESS, INC. THE LAND OF NOD TREASURY TP by Jay Stephens No way! After all this time, the very first collection of Jay Stephens' Land of Nod is finally back in print! Nod is a place full of strange kids that like comic books, root beer, and going on surreal adventures. There's Merv and Dave, goofball buddies who spend their time playing mean tricks on each other and thwarting the invasions of Devil Martians. There's Val, the cute girl who woos all the boys in the clubhouse; Joey, the toothless expert on the greatest comic book ever, Jumbo Head; and Hector, the skeleton boy with the bad smell. There's giant bugs, talking dolphins, and Captain Rightful, the incompetent superhero. And presiding over it all is Nod, the pointy-eared king with the Cheshire-cat grin. From Jay Stephens, creator of the Oni's all- new series Jetcat Clubhouse! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $11.95 BLUE MONDAY: ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS #3 by Chynna Clugston-Major Bleu begins losing her mind. Her inability to wrest the video of her in the bath out of the hands of the sweaty boys who took it, and with Clover suddenly acting weird around her, the stress and pressure takes the form of a giant Otter. She can see it and hear it, but can anyone else? Is someone slipping something crazy in her cereal, or has she just watched Harvey one too many times?! To make matters even stranger, Alan asks Bleu out on a date, and she shocks everyone — including herself — by saying yes! Continuing the hyper-charged new series by industry sensation Chynna Clugston-Major! One part screwball comedy, two parts fantasy, 100% cool comics! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 FRUMPY THE CLOWN VOLUME II: THE FAT LADY SINGS TP by Judd Winick In this year of new beginnings, with a new President in the White House and the dawn of the true millennium, a new patriot will come to the fore — Frumpy the Clown! Like all great patriots of old, you may not realize his true American spirit initially. He seems cranky, paranoid, even a tad smelly. But it is these very qualities that have signaled true visionaries of the past. The iconoclast is always the delusional crackpot who lives in a shack and looks like he belongs in a mental institution as he lurks through normal society, shaking things up from the inside. And Frumpy is doing just that! You have been warned! The future revolution starts here! In these very reprints of Judd Winick's classic newspaper comic strips, the hilarious Frumpy The Clown. This is the second of two volumes, reprinting the Frumpy series in its entirety! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $15.95 QUEEN & COUNTRY #2 by Greg Rucka & Steve Rolston In London, the MI6 building, the center of British intelligence, has been attacked! A rogue terrorist has fired a missile into the offices from right across the street and gotten away clean. Is this retaliation for the assassination Tara Chace committed in Kosovo, or just a random act? Whichever, it's up to Tara to follow the bloody trail to its source! A tale of action and intrigue from the pen of Greg Rucka, the award-winning writer of Whiteout, Detective Comics, and the "Atticus Kodiak" novels, with art by newcomer Steve Rolston and covers by Tim Sale (Daredevil: Yellow). MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH FRUMPY THE CLOWN I: FREAKING OUT THE NEIGHBORS TP by Judd Winick Before Green Lantern, before Barry Ween, there was Frumpy the Clown, the main character of the alternative comic strip by Judd Winick! And hey, isn't it true that every child wants his or her own clown? Forget ponies and puppy dogs and hamsters, a clown is the true prize. And not the creepy kind that's gonna freak you out and make you soil your shorts either, but a chain- smoking, cynical, anarchist clown who's more interested in sticking it to the stuffed-shirt establishment than getting a job or focusing on the finer points of personal hygiene. When Frumpy enters the home of a typical American family, the children, Brad and Kim, are ecstatic. Their parents, neighbors, and local law enforcement, on the other hand, wish he would go away. Sized at 9" x 10" to preserve the original newspaper proportions. (STAR12600) SC, 9x10, 136pg, b&w $15.95 ************************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A BREAKFAST AFTER NOON #6 by Andi Watson The finale of Andi Watson's delectable delight! What will be the ultimate fate of Rob and Louise's relationship? Will they find new jobs? Will the wedding actually happen? Is the future a wide-open realm of possibility or a bitter reality where opportunity is nowhere to be seen? Say good-bye to these two new friends in the last issue of the brilliant Breakfast After Noon. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.95 O/A THE COFFIN #3 by Phil Hester & Mike Huddleston Beset by a horde of coffin zombies like himself, Ahmad is unable to prevent the abduction of his former partner by the evil corporation that stole his technology. As if killing Dr. Ahmad and pilfering his research wasn't enough, Heller sets out to destroy the scientist's last link to humanity…his daughter! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 ************************* STAR OF THE MONTH SOULWIND IV: THE WAY THINGS NEVER HAPPENED TP by Scott Morse In volume IV, it's 1921, near Yorkshire, England, where a kindly fellow tells a young girl a series of faerie tales, detailing The Way Things Never Happened. These tales not only tell a very different version of legends she thinks she knows like the back of her hand, but also tell the tale of the lineage of the Chosen One, and how she may be next! The penultimate chapter in Scott Morse's epic saga, this volume contains all-new material, never before published anywhere! (STAR12582) MATURE READERS SC, 6x8, 96pg, b&w $8.50 PACK RABBIT PRESS VOX #3 by Leland Purvis Teenage terrorists with second thoughts; a riot in the park; swimming in the trees; and three women who call to tell you who's died. Are you in the dark with the jumpbrush? Magazine, 48pg, b&w $4.95 PENNY FARTHING PRESS VICTORIAN #9 by Wein, Baikie, & Pepoy Intrigue abounds in this issue, as the world of voodoo, nuclear submarines, marked currency, and computers weave together to deepen the mystery of The Victorian! Fitz continues his search for the origin of the Victorian-era "Jackass note" that was found at the scene of the voodoo shrine. The U.S. President is organizing a task force to investigate the recent developments in the disappearance of the HMS Stormbringer. Cover painting by Rick Berry. FC, 36pg $2.95 ZENDRA #5 by S. Moore, Luna, & Buelna The Ancients have foretold that One shall rise; that One shall defeat the Jekkaran Empire and restore balance to the universe. The time of the prophecy is at hand. Halle and Tau have merged into one being and have grown in strength. But is it enough to stop the powerful force that Abathor wields? With the secrets of Zendra on the line, Halle knows she must fight to save the planet on which the universe depends. What she doesn't know is that Abathor has his own secret… one that could crush Halle's will to go on. Cover by Seth Fisher. FC, 32pg (5 of 6) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ZENDRA #1 by Montiel & Buelna, Luna, & Buelna Zendra, a six-issue, sci-fi space opera tells the story of a far future where humans have been hunted to extinction, and one lone genetically engineered woman, H.A.L.L.E. (Humans Analog Life-Link Experiment), holds the key to the rebirth of the race! Painted cover by acclaimed fantasy artist Louis Royo. FC, 32pg (1 of 6) $2.95 ******************* PLAYDIGM ENTERTAINMENT GALACTIC GLADIATORS #1 by Sandford Tuey & Scott Lee The galaxy's most advanced race, the Psions, are searching the cosmos for planets with developed life-forms that can be used in their struggle against the Chaons, an evil race from outside the galaxy, threatening to bring an end to the Psions' long and peaceful reign. A Psion research and military vessel discovers planet 878:3 — Earth — and finds that one large, intelligent predator may provide particularly good genetic material for the Psions' genetics project. Humans are about to become the genetic platform for the creation of a superior warrior race controlled by the Psions. What will be the result of these experiments? Will these soldier follow orders… or turn on their masters? FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 POORHOUSE PRESS STARS OF THE MONTH COMICS & SEQUENTIAL ART SC by Will Eisner This is the best single book on how to tell a story with words and pictures, by the master of the form, and the father of the graphic novel. Will Eisner covers all the bases in this guide to creating your own comics, profusely illustrated with his own work. Highly recommended by Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics). Includes 158 pages, and has a black-and-white softcover. A must for every store and every fan who wants to draw or write comics, or has an insight into the process. (STAR00077) SC, 8x11, 158pg, b&w $19.95 WILL EISNER'S GRAPHIC STORYTELLING SC by Will Eisner While the comic book medium is the main focus, Graphic Storytelling recognizes that the mastery of graphic narration involves the influence of film and electronic dissemination. Designed for the young professional as well as the seasoned practitioner or teacher, anyone interested in comics as literature will find this work to have enduring value. Illustrated by scores of drawings by Eisner as well as Al Capp, Milton Caniff, and other masters of the medium. (STAR02075) SC, 164pg, b&w $24.95 ***************** RADIO COMIX FURRLOUGH #101 by Various Furrlough — your only monthly source of anthropomorphics! Each issue of Furrlough contains a mix of short and serialized stories from some of the top creators in the field of funny animals. This issue, Daphne Lage and Jose Calderon's popular fantasy adventure Tall Tails continues on its epic path! Plus, more of Scott Mills' (Big Clay Pot) hilarious Bubba and Smoot: Dogs of War, Patrick J. Moran's Tunesia and Erick Melton and William Ruzicka's Time Venturer! Cover by Diana Harlan Stein. b&w, 32pg $2.95 XENO'S ARROW BOOK 2 #3 by Greg Beettam & Stephen Geigen-Miller Intrigue and betrayal are the order of the day in this issue, as we learn the truth about Kobb and his relationship with the would- be ecoterrorists of A.L.F.A.L.F.A. (Alien Life-Forms Animal Liberation Front Anonymous)! Confrontation, mayhem and violence break out aboard the run-down service station known as Checkpoint Chuck. The spotlight in this issue is on the snide intellectual Okiris, as she must engage in a battle of wits with a band of whiny, self-important college kids… who happen to have guns. Meanwhile, back at the Zoo, Morrowbury makes a startling discovery that will change his life forever. Bimonthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MECHANICAL MAN BLUES TRADE PAPERBACK by Tsukasa Kotobuki From the designer of Saber Marionette J and Battle Arena Toshinden comes a fast-paced, action-packed sci-fi manga adventure! In the distant future, a small rag-tag band of humans fight to save the last remnant of humanity against the deadly machines. Their only hope lies in a newly revived mechanical man and his unknown powers. Recommended for fans of Battle Angel Alita. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 104pg, b&w $9.95 ****************** BIG FUNNIES #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 48pg $3.95 MILK #23 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 WILD ZOO #6 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 REBELLION 2000 A.D. #1240-1244 The award-winning Brit-Pack cult anthology continues to combine the hottest new comics talent with some of the most respected names in the industry. Where 2000 AD leads, others follow! A war in Hell spills onto the streets of London in the new supernatural gangland thriller, Carver Hale, courtesy of Mike Carey (Lucifer) and Mike Perkins (Green Lantern vs. Aliens). Future lawman Judge Dredd braves the radioactive wasteland known as the Cursed Earth in "Relentless," by Robbie Morrison (White Death) and Colin Wilson (Blueberry), followed by a tense cat-and-mouse game of political assassination in "The Chief Judge's Man" by Dredd creator John Wagner and Will Simpson (Hellblazer, Vamps). Veteran artist Mike McMahon (The Last American) illustrates the next arc of Pat Mills' A.B.C. Warriors epic, returning to the characters he helped create 20 years ago! There's also a new gothic fantasy saga by Steve Moore (Young Tom Strong) and Carl Critchlow in Tales of Telguuth; the premiere of the gore-soaked horror series A Love Like Blood, by John Smith and Frazer Irving; and the micro- defense druids, Banzai Battalion, get their own series, by John Wagner and Ian Gibson (Boba Fett: Enemy of the Empire). (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea. JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #78 22nd Century cop Judge Dredd breaks more heads as he deals out the Law in another John Wagner-scripted tale of future justice, illustrated by Richard Elson! Plus, there's a new Missionary Man tale by Gordon Rennie and Wayne Reynolds, and another chance to see Mean Machine Angel starring in classic Thrill Travels With Muh Shrink, by John Wagner and Richard Dolan! (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 48pg, FC $6.95 RPM COMICS RPM COMICS #1 by Various A Xeric grant recipient! This Xeric Award-winning collection of short comic stories focuses on such diverse topics as childhood fears, romantic relationships, fame, and American culture, usually with a humorous twist. RPM Comics #1 was named "Best Comic Book" of 2000 by the Baltimore City Paper. Magazine, 24pg, b&w $3.00 SEQUENTIAL PUBLICATIONS SEQUENTIAL #6 by Paul Hornschemeier The spectrum of emotion is bent to curious effect in this sharply designed anthology-esque collection. Discover the intricacies of "The Peculiar Mr. Williams"; ponder exhaustively at the winding tale of "The Devil's Lonely Day"; laugh until something pops at "The Beauty of Foreign Worlds"; and continue on the unfortunate life story of "The Suppression of William T. Andrews: Part Two, Act One." NOTE: This item will be available in some markets before shipping to Previews-served retailers. MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, 64pg, b&w $4.00 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS SFA SPOTLIGHT #10: SFA'S ATOMIC MOUSE by Various From out of the quarter bins of yesterday comes… SFA's Atomic Mouse! The famous Charlton Comics superhero returns in new and reprinted adventures brought to you by the best names in funny animal comics! Mike Curtis, Charles Ettinger, George Broderick Jr., Chris Yambar, Micheal-Scot McMurry, Dann Phillips, Marc Schirmeister, Steve Addlesee, Carl Gafford, and last but not least, AM's creator and original artist from 1953, Vince Fago (who is interviewed in this issue)! Cover by Mike (Mighty Mouse) Kazaleh. b&w, 48pg $4.99 SHANDA THE PANDA #32 by Curtis, Maranda, & Addlesee Remember starting college and how much things changed? Sissy, Missy, and several of the theater kids pre-register for college and meet some new cast members. Some will chase them romantically, and others just want to chase them away! New talent find Heather Maranda illustrates "School Daze" from a Mike Curtis script. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.99 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT SCARY GODMOTHER #1 by Jill Thompson Give your summer vacation a spooky twist with this hilarious new monthly series by the undisputed queen of Halloween, Jill Thompson! As Hannah heads off for summer camp, Orson gets stuck in summer-ghoul, and Bug-a-Boo takes a dreaded road trip with his parents, Scary Godmother packs her bags for the Annual Witches' Convention! But what lies in wait for her when she gets there? You'll just have to find out! This series is Jill's first feature-length "Fright Side" story, and as such it has the honor of being the very first Scary Godmother #1! So join all your favorite characters (along with a couple new ones) for six straight months of Scary Godmother fun! b&w, 24pg (1 of 6) $2.95 BROM POSTER #3: "ALLURE OF DAMNATION" Illustrated by Brom Popular fantasy and horror illustrator, Brom, releases his third in a brand-new line of posters from Sirius! Avoiding sunlight and angry guys with stakes may not sound like much fun, but with the sultry vampire who adorns this poster sucking on your neck, how could you possibly say 'no' to an eternity of living death? This poster is unique in that Brom foregoes his traditional palate of earthy reds and browns for the deep sapphire blues of a castle's dungeon — perfect for your own den of iniquity! Printed on heavy bond paper. Comes rolled in a plastic tube. FC, 21x27 $6.95 BROM POSTER #4: "PEACE" Illustrated by Brom Another all-new poster by popular fantasy and horror illustrator Brom! This one's got it all: a flock of doves, a big handgun, and a tastefully rendered nude figure. So hang this beautiful tattooed vixen on your wall and let everyone know that you prefer to make love, not war. Printed on heavy bond paper. Comes rolled in a plastic tube. FC, 21x27 $6.95 KREEKY PLAYGROUND #2 by Aaron Bordner This issue features three new installments of Aaron Bordner's unique take on the land between dreams and reality. In "Alice and the Waking Dream," Alice battles her arch-nemesis, Springheel Jack. In "Evil Voodoo," the Pumpkin King dispatches his airborne automaton squadron to terminate the rag doll with the monster attitude. Finally, in "Big Al," Aaron's crazy brother steals their nephew Alex's gum and shoves a Koosh Ball in his mouth, instead. (Please note that Big Al is indeed certifiably crazy.) Cover colors by Vince Locke. b&w, 24pg (2 of 3) $2.95 POISON ELVES #65 by Drew Hayes On their way to the port city of Sanrova, Lusiphur, Jace and Wisp seek shelter from a raging snow storm. Deep in the Gravewoods, they stumble upon an old abandoned house out in the middle of nowhere. As they dry off and settle down for the night, Wisp's powers accidentally trigger some long-dormant energies in the house — and this house doesn't like uninvited guests! Fans take note: this is Drew's very first "haunted house" story in Poison Elves, so you know it's gonna be good! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SCARY GODMOTHER VOLUME 1 HC by Jill Thompson Santa Claus? The Tooth Fairy? The Easter Bunny? Who can a child count on for the scariest holiday of the year? Why, a Scary Godmother, of course! This is the story of Hannah Marie, a young girl whose rotten older cousin is babysitting her for Trick or Treats one dark Halloween. Unhappy to be saddled with Hannah, her cousin cooks up a scheme to frighten her home. But his scheme backfires when Hannah gets help from the coolest spooks around! (STAR06921) HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $19.95 SCARY GODMOTHER VOLUME 2: THE REVENGE OF JIMMY HC by Jill Thompson Last Halloween, Scary Godmother helped Hannah Marie teach her mean cousin Jimmy a lesson. Now Jimmy knows that monsters really exist (he saw quite a few of them last year)! He's positive they're coming back this Halloween to get him… and the only way to ensure his safety is to stop Halloween from coming! Will Jimmy's dreadful plan succeed? Or will Hannah save her monster pals from The Revenge of Jimmy!? (STAR08293) HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $19.95 SCARY GODMOTHER VOLUME 3: THE MYSTERY DATE HC by Jill Thompson In this third volume, Scary Godmother has a secret admirer! Anxious to determine the identity of this mysterious suitor, Hannah-Marie and Orson, the Vampire boy, set out doing some detective work. Meanwhile, all the local monsters and creatures of the night do their best to win Scary Godmother's affection! Will you discover her secret admirer's identity before Scary Godmother does? Find out in The Mystery Date. (STAR10197) HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $19.95 SCARY GODMOTHER VOLUME 4: THE BOO FLU HC by Jill Thompson Oh no! The scariest day of the year is just around the corner, and Scary Godmother has come down with the terrible Boo Flu! Will Halloween come at all this year?! Of course it will, thanks to Scary Godmother's good friend, Hannah Marie! This plucky little girl bites off a bit more than she can chew when she bravely volunteers to become the substitute mistress of all things Spooky! (STAR11939) HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $19.95 ************************** SCARY GODMOTHER: WILD ABOUT HARRY #1-3 SET by Jill Thompson When Harry the freeloading werewolf gets booted out of his cozy basement dwelling and is forced to make his way in the world, he decides to live off the hospitality of others. But even Scary Godmother and her friends can only tolerate so much! This was Jill Thompson's first-ever Scary Godmother mini-series, and now you can have the entire three-part storyline in one set! Set (x3), b&w $8.85 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SCARY GODMOTHER HOLIDAY SPOOKTACULAR by Jill Thompson Join Hannah Marie and her Scary Godmother in a very special quest for the Last Autumn Leaf! In order to appease Mr. Boogeylegs, the dragon who guards all the gifts you've ever wanted, Hannah Marie sets out on her quest during the longest night of the year, the Vampire Solstice. How scary can Winter be? You'll find out in this holiday treat. Features a wrap-around cover by Jill Thompson, plus the usual round of super-star guest artists. Have a spooky holiday! b&w, 32pg $2.95 O/A SCARY GODMOTHER VALENTINE'S DAY POSTCARD SET by Jill Thompson Five 4" x 6" full color Valentine's Day-themed postcards, illustrated by Jill Thompson and packaged in an illustrated envelope! Set (x5), FC $4.95 SCARY GODMOTHER WRITING PAD Jill Thompson created four new painted designs featuring Bugaboo, The Count, Ruby and Scary Godmother, to illustrate this 48-page notepad! Let your friends and family know how spooky and cool you are when you send them letters and notes on these quality, four-color tear off sheets. Pad, 8x5, 48pg $5.00 *********************** STAR OF THE MONTH DARK ONE'S 3RD EYE by Dark One Sexy, dangerous and violent, this full-color, squarebound collection of all-new paintings by Dark One features a balanced overview of where this influential young artist comes from, and where he is going. (STAR01832) MATURE AUDIENCES SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $4.95 ********************** STUDIO CHIKARA BARRY LEVINE GALLERY LIMITED-EDITION LITHOGRAPH #3: SPIRIT OF '76 World-renowned photographer, Barry Levine, known for his classic photography featuring rock celebrities like Abba, Queen, and Cher, releases his third lithograph featuring the rock group KISS. This limited edition of 500 numbered pieces features Mr. Levine's stunning image of KISS celebrating the bicentennial in 1976! Authorized by Barry Levine himself. Litho measures 24" x 36" and is printed on 100lb matte stock with varnish and black border. NOTE: This product is not authorized nor endorsed by KISS. Mr. Levine owns copyright of image used herein. FC, 24x36 $39.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BARRY LEVINE GALLERY LIMITED-EDITION LITHOGRAPH #2: KISS EMPIRE STATE BUILDING This limited-edition of 500 numbered pieces features Mr. Levine's most-popular photograph ever — KISS atop New York's Empire State Building in 1976. This shot is considered by fans to be the quintessential KISS photograph! Authorized by Barry Levine himself. Litho measures 24" x 36" and is printed on 100lb matte stock with varnish and a black and silver border. NOTE: This product is not authorized nor endorsed by KISS. Mr. Levine owns copyright of image used herein. FC, 24x36 $39.95 ************************ STUDIO G 7TH SEA #2 by Pinto & Vaux, & T. Moore A Previews Shared Exclusive! The popular 7th Sea Collectable Card Game by Alderac Entertainment comes to life in this new mini-series event! This official comic book adaptation delves into the beginnings of one of the game's most important storylines — the first meeting between pirates Bonnie McGee and Captain Reis. This swashbuckling three-issue series will excite both new readers and longtime game fans alike, and is a must for any serious 7th Sea game player! To make this sea- faring event even more exciting, each issue is packed with a CCG playing card, usable and unique for the card game! Not available anywhere else, these three new cards are officially sanctioned by Alderac Entertainment and ready for immediate play. FC, 24pg $2.95 MURCIÉLAGA/SHE-BAT SPECIAL A Previews Exclusive! She's back! Studio G reintroduces its flagship character in this 32-page Murciélaga/She-Bat Special! First, in a new story, Murciélaga recalls her history while pursuing an elusive thief. Then, long-time fans and new readers are treated to a colorized reprint story from the 80s, when she had the "Big Boots." This special will also include some of the incredible fan art received over the years. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.50 TOKYOPOP PRESS Comics CARDCAPTOR SAKURA #16 by CLAMP All is right with the world as Sakura and her classmates go on holiday at the beach. Or is it? There might be more than meets the eye when Sakura and Li both sense the presence of a Clow Card! Caves right near their camp are rumored to swallow up all of those who enter… That definitely sounds like the work of a Clow Card! Now it's up to Sakura and Li to find the truth that lies beneath… b&w, 48pg $2.95 MIRACLE GIRLS #8 by Nami Akimoto A mysterious new student at Mika's school, Mason Templar, challenges Jackson to see who will be the fastest runner on the track team. But when an earthquake disrupts the race, the twins suspect that Jackson may have used psychic powers to make it happen... but could Jackson really be psychic as well?! When Mika and Toni suspect that Mason might know about their powers, they fear that Mason may want to exploit them for his own plans! b&w, 48pg $2.95 SAILOR MOON #31 by Naoko Takeuchi Even with Sailor Moon and Sailor Chibi Moon's life forces gathered together, they are no match for the power of Master Pharaoh 90! As all of the Sailor Scouts' powers become sucked into the darkness of evil, Sailor Moon makes one last-ditch effort to save Earth from certain destruction. But it may be too little, too late as Sailor Saturn awakens to fulfill her predestined role as the destroyer of Earth…! b&w, 48pg $2.95 SAINT TAIL #7 by Megumi Tachikawa A new enemy for Saint Tail appears on the scene, as Lina Takamiya has set her sights on the wily thief as well! But what does she want with Asuka Jr? Is she a rival for his affections as well? When Lina sets a trap for Saint Tail, she snares both Saint Tail and Asuka Jr. at the same time! When the two are trapped together, Asuka Jr. has his best chance yet to reveal Saint Tail's real identity! b&w, 32pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SAINT TAIL #1-3 by Megumi Tachikawa By day, Meimi Haneoka is an ordinary student at St. Paulia's Catholic school, but by night, she pulls off fantastic heists as the mysterious thief Saint Tail! With the guidance of her best friend, Seira Mimori, a nun-in-training, Saint Tail steals back treasures that were unjustly taken from the innocent. The son of a famous detective, who is also a classmate, pursues her. Saint Tail respects her opponent and, because she has a crush on him, leaves clues for the young detective. Will the young sleuth catch her this time? b&w, 48pg $2.95Ea. ************************* Magazines SMILE VOLUME 3 #6 The critically acclaimed SMILE magazine is the first all-shoujo (girls' comics) anthology in America. It features four diverse titles that will appeal to a wide variety of readers: Sailor Moon Stars by Naoko Takeuchi; Peach Girl by Miwa Ueda; Clover by CLAMP; and Juline. Magazine, 128pg, b&w $4.99 Graphic Novels CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 3 POCKET MIXX TP by Clamp Cardcaptor Sakura is the engaging tale of Sakura, an average 4th grade school girl, who accidentally finds an enchanted book called The Clow in her father's library. The book once contained a set of magical Clow Cards, but they all escaped while the guardian of the book fell asleep. Now, Sakura is thrust into a mystical journey to capture all the Clow Cards before they wreak chaos and destruction! SC, 4x6, 186pg, b&w $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 2 POCKET MIXX TP Sakura continues her mission to collect all the mischievous Clow Cards before they cause more chaos and destruction. But her world changes when a mysterious boy named Li transfers to her school. Sakura discovers that Li is also on the hunt for Clow Cards. Is Li an ally, or using the Clow Cards' powers for his own use? This volume collects Cardcaptor Sakura #6-10. (STAR12384) SC, 185pg, b&w $9.95 ************************** HARLEM BEAT VOLUME 7 POCKET EDITION GN by Yuriko Nishiyama The only sports manga in America! Nate Torres has finally earned respect on the B-ball courts, having led his street hoops team, Scratch, to the 3-on-3 championships. But in the competitive world of high school basketball, it takes more than street smarts and cool moves to get to the top. Can Nate integrate and get the respect he deserves in a team of bigger, older, and more experienced players? SC, 4x6, 190pg, b&w $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN HARLEM BEAT POCKET MIXX GRAPHIC NOVELS by Yuriko Nishiyama Away from the spotlight and the glory of organized basketball. Nate Torres discovers street hoops. All through school, Nate was known as a quitter. But after sinking his first basket in a tucked-away, back-alley half-court, Nate's got a shot at making something of and for himself. Welcome to the world of Harlem Beat, where street hoops is more than just a friendly pick-up game of basketball. It's a whole other subculture. O/A VOL. 1—SC, 4x6, b&w $9.95 VOL. 2 (STAR10328)—SC, 4x6, b&w $9.95 O/A VOL. 3—SC, 4x6, b&w $9.95 O/A VOL. 4—SC, 4x6, b&w $9.95 *********************** MIRACLE GIRLS VOLUME 2 POCKET MIXX TP by Nami Akimoto Meet Toni and Mika — identical twins as different as night and day. Although they look ordinary, when they unite, these wonder twins produce Miracle Powers. Telepathy and teleportation are used to help the girls get through the day. Can the twins keep their powers a secret, or will they be exposed to the world? SC, 4x6, 184pg, b&w $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SAILOR MOON VOLUME 8 POCKET MIXX TP Everything's not all sweet dreams when Bunny is haunted by nightmares of doom and destruction. Are these just bad dreams or apocalyptic prophecies? The latter seems true when the Witches 5, a new form of evil, confronts the Scouts! Then things get even worse when new Scouts Sailor Uranus and Sailor Neptune are reborn on Earth, turning against Sailor Moon! This volume collects Sailor Moon #22-25. (STAR12467) SC, 4x6, 192pg, b&w $9.95 SAILOR MOON NOVEL #8: DIAMOND'S NOT FOREVER Based on the story by Naoko Takeuchi The evil Queen Beryl instructs Nephilite to hunt down the magical Imperiam Silver Crystal that is in the possession of Princess Diamond. Meanwhile, Luna sends the Scouts out to rescue Princess Diamond who she believes is the Moon Princess. But nothing is what it seems in this action-packed tale of mistaken identity. (STAR12347) SC, 5x7, 120pg, b&w $4.99 TONY RAIOLA BOOKS SMILIN' JACK HELPS G-MEN SOLVE THE CASE by Zack Mosely Golden Age hero for millions of children who read the Sunday funnies, Smilin' Jack returns in a collected adventure that will take you on a flight to yesteryear! Relive those retro memories with this essential reprint collection for comic strip and nostalgia buffs! SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $9.50 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS A COMPLETE LOWLIFE TP—REVISED EDITION by Ed Brubaker Witty and poignant, this collection of semi-autobiographical tales focuses on love, despair, lost friendships, and the murky morality of stealing from work. Known for being one of the funniest series ever published in comics form, Lowlife dissects the Slacker/Gen X lifestyle from the inside out, bringing a great amount of humanity to the process along the way. Ed Brubaker is a critically acclaimed cartoonist and writer whose work has been translated into ten languages and nominated for the Eisner, Harvey, and Ignatz Awards. He has also recently written several comic books for DC Comics, including Scene of the Crime, The Deadenders, and a current run on Batman. Perfect Bound. SC, 6x9, 112pg, b&w $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BIG CLAY POT by Scott Mills This historical novel — set in ancient Japan, and with panel-by-panel Japanese language translations to boot! — is the first full-length graphic novel from the Xeric Award-winning writer/artist, Scott Mills. It has been several thousand years since the end of the last ice age. The waters have warmed and risen, excising great portions of East Asia, while simultaneously creating the cluster of islands we now know as Japan. Across this modest new body of water came many immigrants. Some sought freedom. Some sought fortune. When Sun Kim came from Korea to Kyuushuu, the southernmost of the four largest islands of Japan, she was simply looking for a fresh start... This is a story told with heart and a bellyful of laughs. (STAR12266) SC, 6x9, 144pg, b&w $12.95 THE COLLECTED HUTCH OWEN by Tom Hart The Collected Hutch Owen is at once hilarious and enraged, snotty, and smart. These acclaimed dregs-of-society farces skewer the multinational, mega-merging, corporate forces that control our lives. Tom Hart's popular vagrant/rebel, Hutch Owen, rages while the world around him builds, merges, attends marketing seminars and goes IPO. And his may be the only dissenting voice left! Here are the two previously published tales, with two brand new, full-length, never-before-seen stories. (STAR12449) SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $14.95 THE PERFECT PLANET & OTHER STORIES by James Kochalka The Perfect Planet, clocking in at 208 pages, represents James Kochalka's largest graphic novel to date. Including the Ignatz Award-winning story, "The Perfect Planet," and the two brand- new stories "Nonironic Futuropolis," and "Frog & Fly," this portends to be the best Kochalka book yet! Miss this at your own peril! Perfect Bound. (STAR12465) SC, 7x7, 208pg, b&w $14.95 ************************ VAMPEROTICA ENTERTAINMENT OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPEROTICA: SLAVE TO LOVE TP Featuring Kirk Lindo's Luxura! This trade paperback collects issue #4-6 of Vamperotica Illustrated, including the complete "Slave To Love" storyline, in which Luxura is held captive by Pontius Vanthor and used as a Love Slave! Also featured are the popular "Vamp of the Month" features, filled with photos of Savannah Powers, Melissa Wolf, and Tina Krause! Plus: a Kirk Lindo Luxura art gallery, reprints from the early issues of the original Vamperotica comic series, a 32-page erotic art gallery. Cover and interior artwork by Kirk Lindo, Mitch Byrd, and others. This trade paperback is an excellent buy for any Vampire fan! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $7.95 ************************ VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS OFFERED AGAIN O/A ECHOES: THE DRAWINGS OF MICHAEL WM. KALUTA LIMITED SIGNED HC compiled by Dean Motter; edited by J. D. Spurlock Echoes collects drawings from the myriad periods of Kaluta's notable career, featuring his most memorable characters and illustrations, along with compelling new and heretofore-unseen studies and projects. This Limited Edition, gold-foil-embossed, leatherette hardcover is signed by Kaluta, and features a 16-page bonus portfolio section not found in the softcover edition! Also features a 100-word endorsement by Neil Gaiman! HC, 128pg, PC $37.95 ************************* VEROTIK MARTIN EMOND MORELLA PORTFOLIO Four exquisitely rendered erotic illustrations of Verotik's new main Satanika villainess, Morella, all created exclusively for this limited edition portfolio! Emond's last Satanika portfolio is nearly sold-out, and as this edition is limited to a mere 1,000 sets, it should sell out very quickly as well! Emond's work in the comic field has dwindled since he has been doing more record covers and gallery showings, but leave it to Verotik to lure him back to his original comic art roots. The plates in this portfolio are suitable for framing and should quell the appetite of all Emond's starving fans! Printed on high-quality stock. MATURE AUDIENCES Portfolio, 10x13, FC $19.95 THE DARKER HORROR OF MORELLA by Danzig, Bisley, & Naifeh Hot on the heels of last summer's Dark Horror of Morella, comes The Darker Horror of Morella, featuring two more tales of the twistedly macabre Satanika villainess, Morella! The first delves deeper into Morella's origins, with story by Glenn Danzig and art by Simon Bisley. The second story is a wicked little bedtime tale with art by Ted (Gloom Cookie) Naifeh. Don't miss this next dark entry in the Morella mythos. Cardstock cover, illustrated by Dan Brereton (Nocturnals). MATURE READERS FC $3.95 VITAL COG RECORDS STEVEN OUT WEST RECORD WITH COMIC by Doug Allen Steven creator Doug Allen presents this classic read-along comic book/7" for old and new Steven fans alike. Mix equal parts Shaft, Clint Eastwood, and Charlie Brown, and you've got yourself a steamin' mug of "Steven Out West!" It doesn't get any more interactive than this! So eat some paste, drink some sauce, and laugh out loud as Steven and all the usual suspects leave the big city to tame the Wild West in the beautifully printed 16-page book and 7" record set! Two bonus songs are included on the B-side, also written by Doug Allen! Book & Record Set—b&w, 16pg SRP: $6.00 VIZ COMMUNICATIONS ANIMERICA VOLUME 9 #5 The best magazine for anime fans! Fascinating features on the latest and greatest anime, exclusive interviews, news on what's new in Japan and what's arriving soon in America, plus exclusive columns, interviews with voice-actors, anime reviews, games, model kits, anime music, and Leiji Matsumoto's Galaxy Express 999 manga. Remember, "If It's Anime in America, It's Gotta be Animerica!" In this issue: The animated version Rumiko Takahashi's Inu-Yasha series has premiered in Japan and Animerica has all the details! Get the lowdown on the storyline, characters, and whether or not this exciting series will be released in America. Magazine, 96pg, PC $4.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA VOLUME 4 #6 The greatest shojo and shonen manga! A brave young swordswoman who wants to be a prince; an artist, his kissin' cousin, and a doll that came to life; adventure in a fantasy world not unlike ancient China; crime and mystery in the Gothic metropolis of Steam City; a girl who came from a video tape; and the psychic occultists who wage war over the fate of the world… its 128 pages of beautiful art and stunning stories, plus fan art, manga features and more! Fushigi Yûgi: Chichiri and Tasuki escape back to Hong-Nan finally, but Tamahome remains under Yui's spell. Will he ever be able to return as himself? Video Girl Ai: Nobuko and Yota hop into bed together, but do they really plan to go all the way? Steam Detectives: Ling Ling flees in terror as she is pursued by a Megamaton! Who else is behind this than the wily Dr. Guilty! X/1999: As her life slips away, Kotori says her final farewell to dream-walking Harbinger Kakyo. What message does she leave behind? Revolutionary Girl Utena: Utena faces the fencing master Sayonji in a match to the death! Let the steel fly! Marionette Generation: Lunch's origins are revealed! Is she really a live being or just a schism in space/time? b&w, 128pg $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MARIONETTE GENERATION VOLUME 1: GIRL, GUY, & LIVING DOLL TP by Haruhiko Mikimoto, Illustrator Izumi Morino may not be able to find work, but his life is still very complicated. Kinoko, a cute junior-high student, has become his de facto assistant, and attempts to run his life through whining and wheedling. Things get weird one morning when she catches him in bed with a doll... not an adult doll, but a cute rag doll. Embarrassing to be sure, but Izumi has no idea how it got there... and even less idea what to think when the doll starts to walk, talk and call him names! This trade paperback collects the stories from Animerica Extra Part 3 #3-10. (STAR12567) SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $15.95 *********************** PULP VOLUME 5 #6 The only true adult-oriented manga magazine in America! PULP features 184 pages of sexy, tough, surreal, violent, hilarious manga, plus columns and features written by some of the premier experts in Japanese pop culture. Movies, books, manga, true crime and Warren Ellis — it's all in every issue of PULP! Banana Fish: Ash's gang starts their rampage of revenge, while Ash, Max, and Abe try to work their way out of Papadino's chains; Voyeurs Inc.: The stalker has Miyuki backed into a corner and he wants to cover her with cockroaches for his ultimate production! Does the Voyeurs Inc. team have the guts to face this many bugs? Dance Till Tomorrow: The plans are set and tonight is the night for Suekichi's big date with Miyuki, but Aya and Freddy are behind every corner! Can Suekichi and Miyuki get even a single moment alone? Cinderella-Chan: Junko Mizuno's twisted fairytale begins! Cinderella-chan and her father run the best Yakitori restaurant in town until he shows up dead one day. Even A Monkey Can Draw Manga: Learn the intricacies of panel bordering! Uzumaki: Lovers Kazunori and Noriko share a youthful romance, but are kept apart by strict parents until Kirie shows them a way to be together forever... MATURE READERS b&w, 184pg $5.95 BENKEI IN NEW YORK, VOLUME 1 TP by Jinpachi Mori & Jiro Tanaguchi Manga doesn't get any more "noir" than this! Benkei is just another expatriate Japanese artist living in the Big Apple… or so it appears. As these "diabolical hard-boiled stories" show, surfaces aren't always what they seem. Flashbacks delve into sordid, secret past lives, and old scores, long festering, emerge without warning, asking to be settled. And Benkei's secret? Maybe it's just that he's the only artist in town who isn't dreaming of being a hitman-for-hire… he is one. Each self-contained episode in this complete Benkei collection is a tightly plotted, beautifully rendered, and psychologically harrowing ride into the heart of urban darkness. A hard boiled tale of revenge, rendered in the tight-lipped, fine-line style of the estimable Jiro Taniguchi, one of the creators of Hotel Harborview. Haggis, anyone? SC, 5x7, 224pg, b&w $16.95 HEARTBROKEN ANGELS VOLUME 2 TP by Masahiko Kikuni Four-panel manga are the Japanese equivalent to the traditional American comic strip... but you won't find these comics in your daily newspaper any time soon! Torn from the pages of the monthly magazine PULP, Heartbroken Angels is a hilarious strip that is one of the funniest comics ever seen in any country! MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 144pg,. b&w $15.95 EAGLE VOLUME 16: THE GENERAL by Kaiji Kawaguchi In the aftermath of the Democratic National Convention, Yamaoka has become the Democratic Party's presidential candidate and now he must confront his next opponent: Republican presidential candidate and astronaut hero, General Grant! But when both men are invited to a dedication ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial, can Yamaoka outmaneuver his opponent at the podium and gain the support of this largely military audience? SC, 5x7, 104pg, b&w $6.95 PIKACHU MEETS THE PRESS VOLUME 1 TP From shore to shore, Pokémon has become a newspaper sensation, and now you can collect each weekday comic strip (plus color Sunday strips!) in one convenient book! Written by renowned comics writer Gerard Jones, and drawn by Creatures' Ashura Benimaru, one of the original creators of Pokémon, the Pokémon comic strip is chock-full of lighthearted comedy that follows the everyday life of Ash, Misty, Pikachu, and the rest of the Pokémon cast! If you're a Pokémon fan and haven't seen this strip yet, you won't want to miss this book! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America & Puerto Rico. SC, 5x7, 112pg, PC $9.95 YELLOW CABALLERO #3: THE GYM LEADERS' ALLIANCE by MATO The tense battle between Yellow and Elite Four member Lorelai comes to it's gripping conclusion! Afterwards, Celadon City gym leader Erika teams up with Yellow and together the two find Red! But is this person the real Red, or just another rouse by mysterious forces? Squarebound. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America & Puerto Rico. b&w, 40pg (3 of 4) $2.95 MAGICAL POKEMON JOURNEY PART 4 #3 by Yumi Tsukirino Mischevious Gramps is at it again! This time Hazel is his guinea pig for a new shrinking potion he invented. Soon enough, Hazel is knee-high to a Pikachu and no one knows the antidote! Will the Pokemon take this opportunity to torment their now tiny master? Also, Peanut is sick in bed and the Pokémon want to help him pass the time with a friendly game of cards. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America & Puerto Rico. b&w, 40pg (3 of 4) $4.95 INU-YASHA PART 6 #1 by Rumiko Takahashi Sango has joined the group after her and Inu-Yasha recover from their battle wounds and the search for the Shikon Shards continues. While bedding down for the night though, Inu-Yasha discovers a spy lurking in the forest that turns out to be a boy in search of help. A local temple has taken his brother for mysterious reasons and the group moves to investigate. But have they bitten off more than they can chew? b&w, 40pg (1 of 15) $2.95 RANMA ½ PART 10 #2 by Rumiko Takahashi The fight between father and son has to stop or else the Tendo household may not last much longer — and Genma intends to be the one to end it! Through rigorous secret training and a strict daily regimen, Genma has perfected his personal secret technique. Will Ranma be able to adapt to dad's newfound strength, or will he be tossed out on his ear into the street? b&w, 32pg (2 of 11) $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH RANMA 1/2 TPS by Rumiko Takahashi Ranma is a mighty martial artist… and quite a catch (even though he's just a teenager)! Unfortunately, he's got a problem: because he fell into a cursed pond, whenever he's splashed with cold water, he changes into a girl! It's gender-twisting humor from one of manga's most popular creators! VOL. 1 (STAR00778)—SC, 5x7, b&w $16.95 VOL. 2 (STAR00779)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 3 (STAR00780)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 4 (STAR01139)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 5 (STAR01653)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 6 (STAR04708)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 7 (STAR02355)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 VOL. 8 (STAR06212)—SC, 5x7, b&w $15.95 SILENT MOBIUS: LOVE AND CHAOS #6 by Kia Asamiya Kiddy and Katsumi are in trouble, and the rest of the A.M.P. is nowhere to be found! During a tense battle with the Lucifer Hawk Damia, even Kiddy's powerful cyborg is knocked out of commission by the sheer hellish strength of this demon. Now, with Roy's life in the balance, only Katsumi stands between the stricken officer and one of Nemesis' most powerful. Can the fledgling sorceress summon the strength to return Damia? b&w, 32pg (6 of 7) $2.95 ************************ AQUA KNIGHT PART 3 #3 by Yukito Kushiro He's a genius, a conqueror, and a total nut to boot! Travel back in time to the youth of Alcantara for a romp down memory lane in the land of Ybur Knom. See the origin of his problems with authority, his spoiled home life, and the first time he met Zygote aboard a hot-air balloon! Plus, see the beginnings of Zykey's debilitating disease that left her at the mercy of Alcantara. b&w, 48pg (3 of 5) $3.50 DRAGONBALL VOLUME 5 TP by Akira Toriyama In this volume: The battle between Goku and Jackie Chun for the title of "Greatest Martial Artist Under the Heavens" rages on, without either combatant gaining a clear advantage! But wait! Is that a moon we see rising over there? Goku's transformation almost turns the Tenka'ichi Budôkai into a disaster area, that is, until Jackie Chun destroys the moon itself!!! Who will take home the title in this over-the-top battle? Then, Goku sets out alone to look for his Grandfather's DragonBall and soon makes enemies with the murderous Red Ribbon Army. It's Goku versus Colonel White and his legions of cronies at Muscle Tower! Collects Dragon Ball Part 2 #14 through Part 3 #3. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $12.95 DRAGONBALL PART 3 #12 by Akira Toriyama With the dangers of the Pirates' Cave neatly taken care of, Goku, Kuririn, and Bulma are free to plunder the pirates' treasure and the Dragon Ball-or so they think! While Goku is rustling up some food in another part of the cave, Commander Blue ambushes Kuririn and Bulma! Will Goku arrive in time to help Kuririn against the powerful Commander Blue? b&w, 32pg (12 of 14) $2.95 DRAGONBALL Z PART 4 #6 by Akira Toriyama Vegeta has collected six of the seven Namekian Dragon Balls and he's on his way to the Great Elder's house for the last one! With no one of sufficient strength to stop Vegeta from gaining control of the last Dragon Ball, Namek's Great Elder bestows Gohan with the power to fight back the invader. But will this gift be enough to stop the inhuman fighting machine? Then, Freeza's reinforcements have arrived — and they're even more powerful than the initial invasion force! b&w, 32pg (6 of 15) $2.95 EL-HAZARD VOLUME 1 TP by Hidetomo Tsubura Good-natured Makoto Mizuhara was liked by all — a fact that arrogant class president Jinnai could not abide. But that was before he met a strange woman in the depths of Shinonome High School and was whisked away to the even stranger world of El-Hazard! Along for the ride, Jinnai, his sister Nanami, and teacher Masamichi Fujisawa also join Makoto. While Makoto and company befriend the royal family of Roshtaria and the Muldoon Priestesses, Jinnai has allied himself with the seductive Deva, queen of the hive-like Bugrom Empire. Now, with the fate of El-Hazard in the balance, three factions vie for control of the most feared weapon ever created... the Demon-Goddess Ifurita! In this volume: Makoto Mizuhara is a high school student who has been transported to a fantastic world called El-Hazard where he encounters beautiful priestesses with elemental powers, Demon-Gods, ferocious giant bugs, and his classmate Katsuhiko Jinnai, who is intent on using the powerful dark forces of El- Hazard to take over this strange world. Will Jinnai succeed or will he destroy El-Hazard in his quest for ultimate power? Will Makoto be able to stop him? Will they ever make it back home? SC, 5x7, 168pg, b&w $15.95 EL HAZARD PART 2 #4 by Tsubura Hidetomo Despite the efforts of Ifurita and the Muldoon Priestesses, the two powerful Demon Gods that attacked the royal convoy have succeeded in capturing Rune Venus. But for whom do they work and what ultimate goal do they hope to accomplish? Makoto and the group must formulate a hasty search and rescue plan to save the imprisoned princess before it's too late! b&w, 40pg (4 of 5) $2.95 GUNDAM WING: BLIND TARGET #4 by Sakura Asagi & Akemi Omoide The shocking conclusion to the Blind Target series! Chris' treachery is revealed when she betrays Ralph at the space station rendezvous point! Who can Heero and Relena trust on this seemingly doomed mission? Plus, Trowa and Duo have finally shaken loose of their pursuers, but where do they go from here? Based on Mobile Suit Gundam Wing by Hajime Yadate and Yoshiyuki Tomino. b&w, 40pg (4 of 4) $2.95 GUNDAM WING: EPISODE ZERO #2 by Reku Fuyunagi As a Gundam pilot, Heero Yuy is as good as they get. But as an eight-year-old boy, he was already as skilled an assassin as any professional in the business. What could turn a young child into such a deadly weapon? Visit a tumultuous time in Heero's youth when the events of a universe gone mad makes desperation just another part of daily life… b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 NO NEED FOR TENCHI! PART 11 #2 by Hitoshi Okuda Worse than space pirates. More dangerous than an alien armada. Only one thing can pull the inhabitants of the Masaki household away from the pressing matters of the galactic realm-THEY'RE OUT OF FOOD! With all food depleted, and local stores closed, if the gang can't go for food, Washu's going to use a time machine to bring it to them from other time periods! What could possibly come through that crazy invention!? b&w, 48pg (2 of 4) $3.50 SILENT MOBIUS: LOVE AND CHAOS #6 by Kia Asamiya Kiddy and Katsumi are in trouble, and the rest of the A.M.P. is nowhere to be found! During a tense battle with the Lucifer Hawk Damia, even Kiddy's powerful cyborg is knocked out of commission by the sheer hellish strength of this demon. Now, with Roy's life in the balance, only Katsumi stands between the stricken officer and one of Nemesis' most powerful. Can the fledgling sorceress summon the strength to return Damia? b&w, 32pg (6 of 7) $2.95 VIZ-IN MAGAZINE VOLUME 13 #5 Your monthly guide to new releases from Viz Comics, Viz Video, and Viz Music. Viz-In is North America's manga and anime connection! Don't miss this free, monthly, full-color poster and sneak peeks at your favorite graphic novels, videos, music, and merchandise! Tabloid MSRP: $0.00 WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS THE MAGNIFICENT MILKMAID #1 DELUXE EDITION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 48pg $4.95 ZEROMAYO STUDIOS PALEO: TALES OF THE LATE CRETACEOUS #1 by Jim Lawson & Peter Laird 70 million years ago in the Judith River region of Alberta, Canada, a young female Triceratops finds herself separated from her herd. Struggling against nature itself and hungry predators of every size and shape, she must learn that fear is the real enemy as she attempts to rejoin her family. Written and illustrated by Jim Lawson, with inks by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Peter Laird. Cover by Lawson and Michael Dooney. b&w, 24pg (1 of 6) $2.95 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES COMIC BOOK ARTIST #13 This issue: The Marvel Horror Show! CBA's terrifying 13th issue features a special focus on the superb creative team of Marv Wolfman, Gene Colan, Tom Palmer, and John Costanza — the "Drac Pack" — who produced over 65 issues of Tomb of Dracula, perhaps the most consistently excellent 1970s comic series! Behind a new Colan cover, CBA present interviews with Gene, Marv, Tom, Roy Thomas, Gary Friedrich, Don Perlin, Pablo Marcos, Tony Isabella, Herb Trimpe, and others who contributed to Marvel's extensive horror line of that era, from Son of Satan to Ghost Rider, Man-Thing to Werewolf By Night, and more! Plus: a spotlight on those weird anthologies, Tower of Shadows and Chamber of Darkness! And the usual amazing array of unpublished art and oddities you've come to expect from CBA. (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 116pg, b&w $6.95 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1435 Saluting Dark Horse's Planet of the Apes! Take a trip to an Earth where simians rule and man is the beast, with J. Scott Campbell's adaptation of Tim Burton's upcoming remake of Planet of the Apes. Columnists Peter David, Mark Evanier, Tony Isabella, and Andrew Smith round out this issue with commentary you can't get anywhere else. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1436 Celebrating 25 years of company crossovers! In 1976, DC and Marvel published the first company crossover with the oversized Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man, leading to numerous crossovers between the two giants and other companies. CBG examines a quarter-century of crossovers and previews upcoming collaborations. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1437 John Romita Sr. hits the jackpot! Following Steve Ditko's departure from Amazing Spider-Man with #38, John Romita Sr. came on board for a memorable run beginning in 1966. Now, Marvel is poised to release Spider-Man Visionaries: John Romita Sr., and CBG examines the career of the remarkable artist. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1438 Hailing heroes! In honor of Memorial Day, CBG tips its hat to heroes with a look at the 50th anniversary of E.C.'s Frontline Combat. All this, plus columns by Andrew Smith, Tony Isabella, Mark Evanier, and Peter David make this a can't-miss issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1439 Take time off with your favorite characters! With the school year ending and families heading for summer vacation, CBG looks at comics devoted to vacation fun. Columnists Tony Isabella, Mark Evanier, Peter David, and Andrew Smith go along for the ride. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.50 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #133 Now featuring Jim Kreuger's Appendix to Marvel's Universe X each issue, Comics International enters its 11th year of up-to- the-minute award-winning US comics news coverage – over 20 pages per issue – plus reviews of over 100 current titles, new title previews, close-ups, regular columns on investment tips, comic-to-film adaptations, fantasy news, toy news, international festival guide, US and world store details, publisher index, in-depth Q&A with many answers by top professionals, heated comics debates, Internet news overview and reviews, full listings of over 300 coming comics from the top 25 publishers — with full credits and story synopses, top 100 sales on last months comics plus Judge Dredd Megazine editor and Warrior/Marvelman/V for Vendetta co- creator's monthly industry overviews. (Quality Communications Ltd.) Magazine, 84pg, PC $2.25 COMIC RELIEF #141 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 Publishers) Magazine, 100pg, b&w $4.95 COMICS REVUE #182 Featuring: Tarzan at the Earth's Core by Burne Hogarth! Also featuring: Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, Flash Gordon by Dan Barry, Casey Ruggles by Warren Tufts, Alley Oop by V. T. Hamlin, Modesty Blaise by Peter O'Donnell, Steve Canyon by Milton Caniff, Barnaby by Crockett Johnson, The Phantom by Lee Falk & Ray Moore, Gasoline Alley by Dick Moores, Krazy Kat by George Herriman, and Buz Sawyer by Roy Crane. (Manuscript Press) Magazine $5.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #725-728 Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly newsletter about comics. Each issue is full color, 8-16 pages with CSNsider, news, interviews, color art, and CSN Comics — an original Sunday-style comic. Only CSN has a complete monthly checklist, which includes Previews order numbers, plus exclusive CSN Hot Picks! "Fab Firsts" — a monthly checklist of all the first issues due for the month — is also included. Sold in both 50-count and 100-count bundles. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PI Ea. CRACKED MAGAZINE #358 Cracked goes all out in doing silly, stupid things to make you laugh, and leak brain matter from your ears! Hilarious parodies, satires, and more guaranteed for hours of belly laughs. (American Media, Inc.) Magazine $2.95 FUNNY TIMES MAY 2001 Funny Times features the best cartoons and stories by America's funniest cartoonists and writers. Besides well-known features such as Dave Barry, Molly Ivins, Life in Hell, Lynda Barry, Nicole Hollander, and also the most interesting and funny new talent. The monthly format allows for topical political humor and social satire. (Funny Times) Magazine $2.95 HOGAN'S ALLEY #9 Hogan's Alley #9 looks at Archie Andrews: his jump from comic books to comic strips, and back. Plus, a never-published interview with the late "Duck Man," Carl Barks. Also, Fred Flintstone turns 40; cartoons of WW I; Disney's secret genius; and more! (Hogan's Alley) Magazine (Note Price) $6.95 SKETCH MAGAZINE #8 Star Wars cover artist Dave Dorman is featured in an in-depth interview that shares Dave's story of success and how he tries to maintain it and keep it going. Dorman also gives us a sneak peak of his current project, Rail. In addition to the interview, Sketch supplies all of the "How To's…" and fills the niche of comic creation with columns on the comic industry such as inking, coloring, writing, penciling, promotion, packaging, and more. Written by some of the most respected professionals in the business. Sketch is a trade publication; the material included is not dated, thus each article offers fresh information that can be used over and over again. (Blue Line Pro) Magazine $5.95 TRIPWIRE MAGAZINE #6 Under a cover by Tony Harris, Tripwire lifts the lid on Top Cow's new eagerly-awaited Obergeist series. Interviewed are the creators of the series, plus preview art and character designs from the series are shown as well. Also, a look at the remade X- Men line, with info on writers Grant Morrison and Joe Casey. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 48pg $3.95 Collector Magazines ACTION FIGURE NEWS & TOY REVIEW #103 Featuring the latest news on what's coming out in the summer of 2001. Plus, a Lord of the Rings review, a look at Planet of the Apes figures, and the next installment of Lee's "Best of the '80s." Also, a vintage Hot Wheels review and giveaway, and breaking news on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Image, G.I. Joe action figure lines. (Action Figure News & Toy Review) Magazine, FC $5.95 BECKETT SPORTS CARDS MAGAZINES These magazines cover the superstars of sports and sports-card collecting with insightful articles and colorful action photos. Regular features include looks at the most popular players and cards; tips on card collecting; and "Readers Write," a forum for readers. Plus, one of the hobby's most reliable and relied-upon price guides for cards. (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) BASEBALL (#195)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BASKETBALL (#131)—Magazine, FC $4.99 FOOTBALL (#135)—Magazine, FC $4.99 HOCKEY (#128)—Magazine, FC $3.99 RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#82)—Magazine, FC $3.99 SPORTS COLLECTIBLES & AUTOGRAPHS (#122)—Magazine, FC $3.99 BECKETT DIGIMON COLLECTOR #14 From the publishers of Beckett Pokémon Collector magazine, Beckett Publications brings you Beckett Digimon Collector! Filled with colorful photos of the most popular Digimon collectibles, this great new magazine includes many popular features that have proven to be highly collectible in the Beckett Pokémon Collector magazine. Each month there are exciting contests with prizes, a Digimon hot card list, price guides for Digimon collectibles, and monthly Digimon character profiles. So don't be left behind. Step into Digiworld today with Beckett's Digimon Collector. (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 64pg, FC $3.99 BECKETT DRAGONBALL Z COLLECTOR #7 The latest issue of Beckett Dragonball Z Collector magazine is here! Each issue includes price guides and checklists, new release information, video game tips and tricks, coverage of all characters, contests, web site reviews, merchandise and cartoon reviews, and much more! (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $3.99 BECKETT POKÉMON COLLECTOR #22 Each issue of Beckett Pokémon Collector offers fresh, creative, and fun articles and columns on the latest and greatest Pokémon products on the market. Fans and collectors will be able to find out not only the value of their collectibles, but also where to find conventions and shows at which they can buy, sell, or trade them, and tournaments where they can play Pokémon! Plus, readers are offered words of wisdom from some of the best and most knowledgeable writers in the toy industry. Monthly. (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 72pg, FC $4.99 MARY BETH'S BEAN BAG WORLD MAY 2001 #105 Mary Beth's Bean Bag World remains the top source for hot news in beanbag plush collectibles and is now produced under a license from Ty, Inc. This colorful bean bag extravaganza keeps readers coming back for more with the best coverage of bean bag news, events, charities, and contests. Bean Bag World gives readers of all ages loads of color photos and expert advice from Mary Beth Sobolewski, Editor-In-Chief and renowned staff writers such as Claudia Dunne, Peggy Gallagher, Sara Nelson, Janet Leopold, and many more. Don't miss out on the most accurate price guide around. (H&S Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 132pg, FC $5.99 MARY BETH'S TEDDY BEARS & MORE JULY/AUGUST #107 The publishers of Mary Beth's Bean Bag World and Editor-In-Chief Mary Beth Sobolewski invite you to take a peek at their latest creation, Mary Beth's Teddy Bears & More. This unique publication is created for the true teddy bear connoisseur as well as the serious collector of other handmade plush. The targeted reader is the kind of collector who sees teddy bears as works of art worth investing in and preserving. Mary Beth's Teddy Bears & More provides the reader with a variety of information from the world of teddy bears and other fine plush. (H&S Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 MODELER'S RESOURCE #40 Bill Craft goes Kaiju, with build-ups and a history of Gamera, Super Turtle! Plus, Jim Bertges profiles sculptor, Daniel Horne. Jim also presents some great build-ups on three new gothic kits from Down Under. In addition, a Punisher sculpt comes from Ertl's Cpt. Kirk vinyl kit; a diorama is based on the comic book hero, Blade; the Morgans dive deep with Artistic License's Deep Trespass kit, and they've got another installment of their new column, Krafty Korner, called "Stick It!" Plus, more figure kit, sci-fi, fantasy reviews and how-to's, profiles, and more. (Modeler's Resource) Magazine $5.99 NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 12 #3 Now that Non-Sport Update is more than 10 years old, there's no resting. The last issue of the year will have a Rosewell cover, feature card, and promo card. There will be two interesting internet-related stories. Regular features include "New Card Review," "Non-Sports Shorts Timeline," "We Hear You," "Finders Keepers," and the "Promo Column." There is a 32-page price guide in each issue. Non-Sport Update is issued bimonthly (Non-Sports Update) Magazine, 88pg, PC $4.50 POJO'S UNOFFICIAL POKÉMON NEWS & PRICE GUIDE #106 H&S Media Inc. has joined forces with www.pojo.com, the hottest Pokémon website, to create PoJo's Unofficial Pokémon News and Price Guide. It provides the most comprehensive, current and in-depth coverage of Pokémon card and video game strategies, as well as up-to-the-minute Pokémon news and information. (H&S Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 116pg, FC $5.99 POJO'S VIDEO GAME REVIEW SUMMER #106 Things have heated up even more in the video-game market since Sony's PlayStation 2 joined the ranks of top gaming systems. Clearly you need help wading through the vast number of games out there competing for your attention. This magazine provides the answers you need to see what's worth playing. Included are game previews and reviews, tips, a buyer's guide, and information on gaming networks. (H&S Media) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 132pg, FC $6.99 SPORTS CARDS MAGAZINE #8 Each month, for six months, Fleer and Sports Cards Magazine are teaming up for six exclusive trading cards, available only with the magazine. The design of the cards is "Greats of the Game," honoring, for the first time, current players. This edition includes part of this series. (Krause Publications) Magazine $3.99 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #89 Action Figure Digest #89 features a behind-the-scenes look at a premier toy designer, another in AFD's series, with a behind- the-scenes look at the action figure toy industry, plus the second periodic feature on old manufacturer toy catalogs, showing the actual pages on which important action figure lines were introduced! AFD's regular departments on International Toy Fairs, Action News Briefs, and Star Wars Update are all included in this issue. (Tomart Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOMART'S DISNEYANA UPDATE #42 This issue features Mickey Mouse '30s merchandise such as story books, rare early Mickey tin and celluloid toy auction results, previews of the new Tokyo Disney Seas Theme Park, and theme park pin trading. In addition to the regular departments, this issue contains the 42nd chapter in the history of Disney Merchandising of Disney's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. (Tomart Publications) Magazine, FC $6.00 TOY SHOP #255-256 Find the toys you want! Thousands of collector toys, models, dolls, and related items are for sale in the pages of Toy Shop every issue. You'll find classified ads indexed alphabetically by category, making it easy for you to locate items of collectible interest. Containing more than 115 separate classifications, Toy Shop puts the entire spectrum of collectible toys and models at your fingertips every issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.98Ea. TUFF STUFF JULY 2001 #7 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, and promo cards. Plus, autographs and memorabilia, as well as a Kenner Starting Lineup section. Also, lively feature stories, the latest in hobby news, and regular monthly columns from experts in the field. (Krause Publications) Magazine, FC $4.99 GAME MAGAZINES DRAGON #285 Dragon Magazine is the only magazine solely dedicated to D&D, so there's no coincidence that it's the finest role-playing game magazine in the industry! This magazine will feature things that are sure to excite D&D fans. (TSR) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 DUNGEON #87 The official source for the third edition of D&D adventures! Dungeon Adventures #87 offers all-new adventures for all levels of play, each complete with maps, NPCs, new treasures and weapons, and more! (TSR) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 132pg $5.99 GAMES UNPLUGGED MAGAZINE #7 Humor Me: Doc Cross of "Tooniversal Tour Guide" fame helps GU celebrate April Fool's Day with a trip down funny RPG lane! Also: The annual "50 Most Influential People in the Gaming Industry" survey reveals the heavyweights in gaming! Plus, Mission: Incognito, an exclusive first insight on AEG's big summer release, Series Archer, from designer Patrick Kapera! (Dynasty Press) Magazine $3.99 STAR WARS GAMER MAGAZINE #5 Every other month, Star Wars Gamer brings you all the new articles ad adventures for the Star Wars role-playing game, LucasArts electronic game coverage, and Star Wars fiction by the best-selling authors, all the while exploring new corners of the galaxy! This is the only magazine that puts you in the Star Wars galaxy! (Wizards of the Coast) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 GENERAL MAGAZINES BLACK GATE MAGAZINE #2 A dying sorcerer exacts a twisted revenge, Cupid confronts a world of cyberpunks, and a Mayan craftsman discovers that the love of a princess is a very dangerous commodity — all in this issue of Black Gate, the magazine of epic fantasy literature. This issue includes "Bones of the Dead" by Julia Blackshear Kosatka and stories from Rick Bowes, Amy Sterling Casil, Leslie What, and many others. Artists include Jolly Blackburn (Knights of the Dinner Table), Bernie Mireault (Blair Witch Project), Denis Rodier (The Demon), and others. Plus, news, interviews, and reviews of the latest in fantasy books, comics, and games. (New Epoch Press) RES. from Previews Vol. X #12 (Dec00) Magazine, 224pg $7.99 CASTLE OF FRAKENSTEIN PRESENTS TOME #2 The Frankenstein feature-length novel picks up where Tome #1 left off. Features not only horror, but also 1960s spy action, sci-fi, a robot, and a "Yellow Peril" all in one issue! In true 1930s and 40s pulp fashion, The Monster joins Wu Lang Lee to destroy everything beautiful in the world. The monster of Frankenstein has been received at Castle Frankenstein and lives again in Castle of Frankenstein, Tome #2! (Dennis Druktenis Publishing) Magazine $7.00 CULT TIMES #69 The month ahead of cult television starts here! Plan your viewing with Cult Times' "Out of the Box" –– the indispensable listing guide of cult television programs to watch out for on terrestrial, cable, and satellite. Read interviews with the stars and features on cult shows currently airing in the U.K. Take a light-hearted but informative look at a classic series in the "Instant Guide" and review the highlights of the previous month's viewing in "Times Past." Cult Times is the complimentary magazine to TV Zone, and together they provide the ultimate guide to the many worlds of cult television. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 DARK SIDE #91 The latest fear-packed issue if Britain's most popular horror magazine features more DVD reviews than ever before, plus a look at how some of the most notorious "Video Nasties" are being reissued on the new format. There are also exclusive interviews with the directors of some of the nastiest of them, including a world exclusive chat with Roger Watkins, director of the notorious Last House on Dead End Street. (Stray Cat Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 DOCTOR WHO IN-VISION #96 The opening serial of the 25th season takes the Doctor and Ace back to London in 1963, where his adventuring began. He has had to deal with some unfinished business involving his old adversaries, The Daleks, and the creator, Darvos. (Jeremy Bentham) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.00 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #304 & #305 Doctor Who Magazine is the only official source for news, features, interviews, and comic strip action devoted to BBC Television's immortal traveler in time and space! In issue #304, the third Doctor plunges into the "Inferno," plus a one-off comic strip installment, "Beautiful Freak." And in issue #305, the fourth Doctor rubs up against "The Creature from the Pit" and there's an all-new comic strip adventure. (Panini Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.60Ea. DRACULINA #40 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Draculina Publishing) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, FC $6.95 DREAMWATCH #82 The best in popular science fiction and fantasy entertainment. (DWB) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 FANGORIA APRIL 2001 #204 Each issue of Fangoria features the bloodiest makeup secrets and the most chilling interviews with the all-time greats of horrordom. This issue features coverage of Jurassic Park III, The Mummy Returns, House of 1000 Corpses, and a look at the new wave of Italian horror! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg, FC $7.99 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 10 #2 All-Jungle Girls Issue! This issue features an interview with Sheena, Queen of the Jungle star Geena Lee Nolin, as well as an overview of the Sheena legend, from the comics to the 50s TV series starring Irish McCalla, to the 80s feature film starring Tanya Roberts. Also, a look back at the women who have portrayed Tarzan's mate, Jane, in serials, movies and TV. Plus, a classic cheesecake pictorial of Phyllis "Lois Lane" Coates as Nyoka, the "original Edgar Rice Burroughs serial jungle girl." Plus, a retrospective of the "Jungle Girl Legacy" and some of today's hottest models pay homage to jungle girls! (Cinefantastique) MATURE READERS Magazine $5.95 FILM REVIEW SPECIAL #35 Jump aboard for the preview of the upcoming releases to hit the big screen this summer. Be sure not to miss the motion picture-packed issue featuring all the must-see films this season, including the live-action video game romp Tomb Raider, plus the all-star line-up in Michael Bay's Pearl Harbour! (Visual Imagination) Magazine $9.99 FORTEAN TIMES #147 Become a student of American iconoclast Charles Fort with this expansive guide to the bizarre. Features news, reviews, and research on strange phenomena, experiences, and curiosities from the intricacies of crop circles to phantom hitchhikers. It's wild, it's funny, it's open-minded yet skeptical — and it's true! (JB Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $4.95 G-FAN #51 A special in-depth retrospective of Godzilla vs. Monster Zero leads off another great issue of G-Fan, the western world's only magazine devoted to Japanese giant monsters. Also, information pertaining to July's G-Fest 2001 in Chicago, news on Toho's next giant monster film, product reviews, fan fiction, and much more! (Daikaiju) Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.95 GAUNTLET #21 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Gauntlet) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $6.95 HIGH ADVENTURE #60 King could scarcely believe his eyes when he first saw those huge mongrels slinking down the darkened street. Big as horses, yet they were dogs! And ferocious as man-eating tigers! New York City fought madly, desperately, against the onslaughts of these mammoth beasts. But only the Secret 6 guessed the full significance of the monsters, realized they were the forerunners of a more horrible menace –– a menace that might crush the whole world in its crimson hands. (Adventure House) Magazine, 112pg, FC $7.95 HORROR BIZ #5 This issue features an interview with William F. Nolan (Logan's Run). Special effects makeup artist Vincent J. Guastini discusses his career and his work in Dogma. Brinke Stevens is also interviewed. Universal Horrors explores the Mummy series from Universal Pictures. Plus, much more! (Horrorbiz Enterprises, Inc.) Magazine $5.95 JUXTAPOZ JULY/AUGUST 2001 Each issue, Juxtapoz examines the rich and varied world of popular art from photography and graffiti, to essays on great artists and traditional arts around the world. (High Speed Productions) Magazine $4.95 LOCUS #484 The science fiction and fantasy community's journal, with news and reviews on new and upcoming releases, as well as articles and columns by noted authors. (Locus Magazine) Magazine, 70pg, b&w $4.95 MODEL IDOLS MAGAZINE For some, fame can be gone in 60 seconds, but new-comer actress to the silver screen, Angelina Jolie, is out to prove her name, Landing the role as the live-action version of virtual babe Lara Croft in the forth coming Tomb Raider movie, she's the key for turning many a video game player's dreams into reality. (Diamond U.K.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $3.99 OUTRE #24 An all-new issue of the adventure magazine of the 50s! Features Richard Powers, a profile of Charles Beaumont by William F. Nolan, 50's starlet Judy Bamber, and George Carlin! Plus, lots more on the movies and popular culture of the early days of the 50s. (Filmfax) Magazine $5.95 PENTHOUSE AUGUST 2001 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (General Media Publishing Group) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, FC $7.99 PERFECT 10 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2001 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Perfect 10 Publishing) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, FC $6.99 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Warner Publisher Services) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL MAGAZINE (JULY)—Magazine $5.95 PRESENTS (JUN/JUL)—Magazine $6.95 LINGERIE (JUL/AUG)—Magazine $6.95 PIN-UP MAGAZINE #8 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Draculina Publishing) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, FC $6.95 PROTOCULTURE ADDICTS #66 Protoculture Addicts is one of the main anime and manga magazines in North America and is also the oldest one –– it has been around for over 12 years! It is dedicated to keeping fans informed on what's going on in the anime industry in Japan and North America, and to help them choose the best titles. It's the best guide to anime culture! This issue offers spotlights on the TV series The Big O, the third and last part of the coverage of Rurouni Kenshin, as well as a feature on Hidemari no Ki, short overviews of recent anime shows, the usual reviews, and the latest news! (Protoculture) Magazine, 64g, PC $4.95 PSYCHOTRONIC VIDEO #34 Interviews with actors Sybil Danning Bluebeard (Battle Beyond the Stars), Dan O'Herlihy (Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, Robocop), Paul Koslo (The Omega Man, Vanishing Point), singer/drummer Dick Dodd from The Mickey Mouse Club, several surf bands and The Standells, plus rare photos by Monica Dee (Spin, Rolling Stone) of famous rock bands playing in Hoboken during the 80s –– and more surprises. (Psychotronic Video) Magazine $5.00 SCI-FI VOLUME 8 #1 The August issue of Sci-Fi Magazine gets you ready to begin the summer movie season. The issue will cover A.I.: Artificial Intelligence, Steven Spielberg's anticipated new film, starring Haley Joel Osment, Cate Blanchett, and Jude Law; Evolution, starring David Duchovny of The X-Files; Jason X, number 10 in the Friday the 13th franchise; Jurassic Park III, which takes place between the other two films; and Planet of the Apes, which is neither a sequel or a remake of the earlier films. On TV, we preview The Mists of Avalon mini-series on TNT. Our regular columns will contain gossip, reviews, news, and a look into sci- fi's past. (Soverign Media Company) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.99 SFX #78 The smashing, spirited sci-fi magazine from Britain! This magazine asks and answers the burning questions on all sci-fi fans' minds. And, late-breaking news; in-depth interviews; behind-the-scene 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 $7.20 SHIVERS #90 Every month, Shivers contains an exciting mix of interviews with the creative people of the horror world. Regular features include write Kim Newman's outspoken opinion column, Ingrid Pitt on horror fandom worldwide, and a favorite fright from the archives in "The Fright of Your Life." Plus, up-to-the-minute news and reviews of all the latest horror on DVD, film, and TV, as well as a pull-out poster of the cover artwork! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $599 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #134 Does Voyager ever make it back to Earth? How does it end for Captain Janeway and her intrepid crew? It's Star Trek: Voyager's edge-of-your-seat last season, and we want to know! This dramatic issue of Star Trek Communicator is Part Two of the two-issue Voyager Finale Coverage and Look Back. Count on Communicator #134 to give you exclusive interviews with prominent Star Trek players, as is our golden tradition. Voyager's adventures are recounted and remembered, but Star Trek Communicator looks to the future (as always) with the latest buzz on the brand-new Star Trek series and Next Generation movie! (Star Trek Fan Club) Magazine $4.95 STARBURST #274 With nearly 25 years of publishing behind it, Starburst continues to offer its unique blend of the latest news, features, and interviews combined with a look back at science fiction classics of the past. Plus, the finest reviews section known to man, with the cream of films, books, soundtracks, television, comics, and DVDs all scrutinized for you. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 STARBURST SPECIAL #48 Summer special! Starburst takes a look at the blockbuster releases heading to the big screen this summer. Don't miss the coverage of sure-fire hits to be this season, including the third Dino-movie Jurassic Park 3, Steven Spielberg's eagerly awaited AI, and Tim Burton's Planet of the Apes! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.99 STARLOG #287 Explore science fiction, the mythology of the New Millinnium, in the pages of Starlog! This issue features "farwell" coverage of Star Trek: Voyager and Xena: Warrior Princess's final seasons, with interviews with cast members from both series. Also, additional coverage of Buffy & Angel, Farscape, The X-Files spin-off series The Lone Gunmen, monster hunters Special Unit 2 (UPN), The Mummy Returns, Shrek, A.I., Tomb Raider, Disney's Atlantis, and more! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 STAR TREK MAGAZINE #27 Star Trek: The Magazine provides news and information every month on all aspects of the four series and all the movies. It also contains detailed information from the stars, producers, directors, and writers, as well as production, make-up and costume designers, and everyone involved in the Star Trek universe — past and present. Every issue is packed with special briefings that include gatefold pages featuring technical information on the ships, weapons, and technology of Star Trek, plus in-depth studies of the characters, organizations, races, planets, and all the space phenomena related to the Star Trek universe. (Fabbri Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 TOMB RAIDER #2 There's no let up in the action in issue two! There are 52 packed pages of comic strip chaos and fantastic features, exploring every nook and cranny of Lara Croft's world. Trace the development if Tomb Raider into the multi-million selling, multi- media phenomenon it is today, and Tomb Raider is giving away tons of Tomb Raider merchandise, including games, books, and graphic novels. Plus, there's a fab free poster too! (Titan) NEWSSTAND ED.—Magazine, 52pg $4.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 52pg $4.99 TOMB RAIDER #3 The third issue of this hit magazine features an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Tob Raider: Next Generation PlayStation 2 game! There's also a super-sexy Lara Croft poster, and more non-stop comic strip insanity of Lara being thrown headfirst into danger. Plus, win a truckload of Tomb Raider swag! (Titan) NEWSSTAND ED.—Magazine, 52pg $4.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 52pg $4.99 TV ZONE #139 Up to the minute news, features and interviews, plus continuing coverage of popular cult TV shows like Stargate SG-1, Xena: Warrior Princess, Angel, Star Trek: Voyager, Farscape, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Doctor Who. Also, our ongoing episode guides to popular series and answers to readers' questions in "Memory Alpha," along with regular news, reviews, and interviews. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 TV ZONE SPECIAL #41 Farewell to Voyager –– It's been a long journey for Captain Janeway and the gallant crew of the Voyager, but as they enter the final leg before coming home, TV Zone celebrates seven years of the epic series, Star Trek: Voyager. Packed with interviews and features, this 100-page magazine is a must for all Star Trek fans, and also features articles from other favorite fantasy shows such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG-1 and Farscape! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $9.99 ULTIMATE DVD #18 As the DVD market continues to grow, Visual Imagination's entertainment magazine —now in its second year — is devoted solely to this format. Every issue contains the latest news, DVD reviews, star interviews, production notes, and a diary of forthcoming releases. Plus, a look at the latest players. Not to be missed! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 VIDEO WATCHDOG #72 If you're into horror, science fiction, or fantasy films; Hong Kong action cinema or 60s sexploitation; or other cult movies with an alternative bend, Video Watchdog is the magazine for you! Each 80-page issue is jam-packed with in-depth reviews of all the latest releases on VHS, DVD, and LaserDisc, including coverage of rare mail-order and import titles. Want to know if a new release is complete, correctly letterboxed, or otherwise worth your investment? Only Video Watchdog gives you the lowdown — regularly comparing new releases to earlier versions, and illustrating reviews with actual frame enlargements to show you what you're getting! And each issue is built around compelling feature articles about exciting releases, restored footage, lost classics, career interviews, and other essential reading! Now monthly! (Video Watchdog) Magazine, 80pg $6.50 WCW MAGAZINE #73 The official magazine of World Championship Wrestling! It's everything you wanted to know about the WCW and more! With provocative interviews, extensive coverage of the WCW matches, spirited debates, and multiple star posters. Keep up with the exploits of Kevin Nash, Sting, and Ric Flair each month. It's more WCW than you can grapple. Monthly. (Kable News Company) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 WOW: WORLD OF WRESTLING JUNE 2001 The wrestling scene is hotter than ever and WOW will be there to cover all the action. Check out the hottest action photography and the most exciting coverage. WOW provides all event schedules and results, gossip, celebrity wrestlers, behind the scene action, and predictions of upcoming matches. WOW reveals personal interviews and exclusive photos. This is your complete source to the World of Wrestling. Monthly. (H&S Media, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 164pg, FC, $699 WOW X-TRA WOW - World of Wrestling, the world's #1 independent wrestling magazine, is proud to present its new spin-off publication, Bill Apter's WOW X-tra! The first full-color, biweekly wrestling magazine on the market, WOW X-tra promises to deliver the extra, up-to-date information all wrestling fans need. It's the perfect tag team, WOW and WOW X-tra, the total package to keep readers on top of the world of wrestling. Bi-weekly. (H&S Media, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) X-TRA #121—Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 X-TRA #122—Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 WWF MAGAZINE JULY 2001 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. (Kable News Company) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 WWF RAW MAGAZINE JULY 2001 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 HHH, 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 that's the bottom line! (Kable News Company) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Magazine, FC $3.99 XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS MAGAZINE #20 & #21 One of the few remaining gods in the Xenaverse, the extremely well proportioned Kevin Smith (a.k.a Ares) talks love and war. Ares isn't the only god on the agenda though –– there's also a special guide to Gods of the Ancient World, revealing everything you ever wanted to know about meddling omnipotent beings and how they're all strangely interbred… Plus, as the end of Xena looms tantalizingly closer, go behind the scenes on some of the final installments of the show's sixth show last year. Also, guest star interviews aplenty. And, in issue #21, a monstrous celebratory special to wave off Xena in style. As the show bids a fond farewell to U.S. television screens and the cast and crew move on to pastures new, there's an all-access, no holds-barred, fantastically fact-filled issue focusing on Xena's grand finale. The show's cast and crew is pinned down for their immediate thoughts on the end of an era, and take a trip down memory lane as the legendary journeys of Xena and Gabrielle are chronicled… Plus, all the latest news and reviews. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) #20 NEWSSTAND ED.—Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 #20 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 #21 NEWSSTAND ED.—Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 #21 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.99 THE X-FILES OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #19 A Previews Exclusive Cover! Looking for the inside line on science fiction's number one series? The X-Files Official Magazine, the only publication devoted to the popular television show (and officially licensed by 20th Century Fox and Ten Thirteen Productions), provides fans with up-to-the-minute news, in-depth interviews, and insider information. In this issue, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the internal workings of The X-Files' dark world, with a visit to the Los Angeles set featuring dozens of new, color photos and revealing interviews with the show's award-winning creative team. Plus, don't miss the detailed Season Eight episode guide, packed with plenty of insightful commentary from the cast and crew! This issue is also available in a Newsstand cover version. (TotalFan.Com, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: The Newsstand edition is not available in the U.K. (U.K. may purchase from U.K. vendors.) NEWSSTAND ED.—Magazine, 68pg, FC (CAUT: 3) $5.95 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pg, FC $5.95 XPOSÉ #57 Interviews, features, and news from the world of fantastic movies and TV, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG-1, The Pretender, Xena: Warrior Princess, and The X-Files. Plus, all the latest movies and TV episodes reviewed. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 BOOKS ANIME STARS OF THE MONTH ANIME ESSENTIALS: EVERYTHING A FAN NEEDS TO KNOW TPB by Gilles Poitras What makes Japanese animation Japanese? What are the top not-to-be-missed films? Who's got the anime goods? What's it all mean anyway? Answering just about every question a fan (or curious parent) has, Anime Essentials is an easy to read and fun to look at overview of the pop culture phenomenon sweeping America. It discusses the major players, where to get your anime fix, otaku (devoted fan) etiquette, how to run an anime club (and get prerelease screenings!), how to "talk" anime to outsiders, and lots more of interest to both veterans and newcomers. (Consortium Book Sales) (STAR12387) TPB, 7x9, 144pg $14.95 ANIME: A GUIDE TO JAPANESE ANIMATION (1958-1988) Protoculture Addicts magazine presents the most essential anime reference available in English! Plenty has been written on how anime became popular in North America, but there isn't an English-language reference work detailing how anime started in Japan… until now! This comprehensive volume serves as a filmography for the first 30 years (1958-1988) of anime in Japan, featuring nearly 300 pages of information — chronologically listing over 1,200 titles, including movies, OVAs and TV series! Each year is introduced, highlighting the themes or titles that marked that particular year. It also features several indispensable indexes to make research easy. Written by Andrea Baricordy, Massimiliano de Giovanni, Andrea Pietroni, Barbara Rossi, and Sabrina Tunesi; translated from the Italian by Adeline d'Opera. (Protoculture) (STAR12377) SC, 300pg, b&w $25.00 *************** ART BOOKS ART FANTASTIX: THE WORKS AND VISIONS OF DORIAN CLEAVENGER A former student of The Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts, the tedium of what Dorian Cleavenger learned was something that came quickly. He quit after a few weeks to make his way into the commercial world, and has since gone on to render comic book covers (like last year's crossover Vampirella/Lady Death: The End) and magazine covers (like Heavy Metal). This book has selected works from his own portfolio, and it reproduces his paintings in full color. (133/AF01) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 104pg, FC $13.99 THE ART OF CHESLEY BONESTELL HC by Ron Miller & Frederick C. Durant III Foreword by Sir Arthur C. Clarke! A major retrospective of the life and work of the most influential space artist of all time. Over 300 illustrations chart the extensive career of Chesley Bonestell, from his architectural drawings to his fantastic visions of the remotest parts of the universe. Includes a biography and commentary on each illustration. (Sterling Publishing) (1-85585- 884-3) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 256pg, FC $49.95 THE ART OF RICHARD POWERS HC by Jane Frank Foreword by David G. Hartwell! Widely credited as the single most influential artist in the history of paperback illustration, Richard Powers is credited with single-handedly revolutionizing the look of science fiction. His moodily imaginative and distinctive style abounded with abstract and surrealist imagery, helping to define the genre's coming-of-age. His career spanned over four decades, in which he produced jacket illustrations for more than 1,200 novels. This book of his art is a fitting retrospective. (Carol Group) (1-85585-884-3) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 128pg, FC $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BATTLE AX — THE SAVAGE ART OF BROCAL REMOHI TPB by Brocal Remohi One of Europe's better-known and much-in-demand fantasy greats, Brocal's brand of barbarian non-stop action has graced the cover of many a paperback and magazine. His ability to imbue his work with all the power and terror of a true berserker in mid-killcraze is something that has to be seen to be believed! If you like your savage barbarians feral and your Amazon beauties breath taking, then the artwork of Brocal will fill your needs quite nicely! Contains cover-to-cover carnage, with brain- splitting scenes of swords, sorcery, and sinister mayhem! A must for fans of non-stop savagery! (SQP) (STAR12381) MATURE READERS TPB, 8x11, 72pg $9.95 ******************* BEAUTIFUL CREATURES: THE ART OF JAMES RYMAN TP A games designer and art director by day, James Ryman has a not-so-secret nighttime mission: to draw the perfect woman. He's also got this thing for horrific beasts, and works like a police sketch artist from the lowest circle of Hell. With females fully inviting, and monsters most forbidding, this book satisfies both your erotic dreams and your worst nightmares. (SQP) MATURE READERS TP, 68pg, b&w $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE FANTASTIC ART OF JACEK YERKA SC This extra-large portfolio art book contains 21 of Polish fantasy artist Jacek Yerka's most amazing images. Each painting is beautifully reproduced in full color, and in a size that enables the viewer to fully appreciate the meticulous detail and abundant, surreal, Dali-esque strangeness. Also contains several giant poster-sized spreads, a foil-stamped cover and smythe-sewn binding, and commentaries on the paintings by Yerka. (Morpheus International) (1-883398-05-3) SC, 12x14, FC $19.95 *************** STARS OF THE MONTH FATAL BEAUTY: THE BOADA SKETCHBOOK A long time collaborator on the many Gallery Girl Books for SQP, international illustrator Boada has been gearing up his own collection of fantasy art for this book and has amassed a stunning gallery of work! From the raw energy of the penciled rough to the lush mastery of the final oils, Boada makes this impossible journey look like an effortless walk in the park. SQP is honored to introduce this fantasy master to an American audience. (SQP) (STAR10524) MATURE READERS 64pg, b&w $9.95 INFERNO — THE ART OF TOMAS GIORELLO VOLUME 1 by Tomas Giorello Introduced to this country with his stunning work for SQP's Gallery Girls series as well as cover paintings for Heavy Metal, Argentina's young firebrand illustrator Tomas Giorello is really starting to heat up the fantasy art world. What better title for his first showcase than Inferno? Giorello's style is both fluid and sensual, with an attention to detail that is matched by his sense of composition and ability to convey action. Tomas is an artist on the fast track to super-stardom, and this initial gallery of illustration contains sketches, studies, and fully finished pieces done specifically for this book. (SQP) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg $9.95 H.R. GIGER H.R. GIGER'S TAROT SET ENGLISH EDITION This collectible group of 22 beautifully designed Tarot cards is available in a handsome boxed set. Each card is a careful reproduction on one of Giger's paintings, and is interpreted by philosopher-magician Akron in a booklet of instruction, included with the set. To Akron, Tarot is like an inexhaustible mine of symbols, suited to manifest Giger's aesthetics of apocalypse in literary style. Akron resorts to the tradition of the Tarot in order to convey the messages of Baphomet – a medieval secret symbol – that is of special significance in Giger's work. H.R. Giger is a painter, Oscar-awards winner and cult figure of an international artistic community, for which his aesthetics of the apocalypse represent inspiration and spiritual healing. His pictures are gripping, indeed sometimes shocking visions – they shake us from our unconsciousness as they relentlessly point to the hidden inner world of all things. The art of Giger is a journey to the most ancient destination of mankind: to birth and death, love and war, hope and the destruction of life. (Taschen America) (3822858501/STAR12398) Set $14.99 H.R. GIGER'S BIOMECHANICS This huge volume features H.R. Giger's art through much of the 1980s and 1990s. Included are nearly 300 paintings and photos of otherworldly creatures, elegantly alien females, and weirdly surreal landscapes. (Morpheus International) (STAR01526) HC, 12x17 $69.50 H.R. GIGER'S NECRONOMICON II The remarkable, eye-popping companion volume to Giger's Necronomicon, this large format volume contains nearly 200 reproductions of haunting paintings, sculptures, and photos, centering on the life and art of premier fantasy artist and Alien designer, H.R. Giger. The text is written by Giger, and delves in his work habits, as well as many biographical details. This elegant, coffee-table book includes many of Giger's otherworldly designs for Alien and other film projects, such as the as unproduced film, The Tourist. (Morpheus International) (STAR00361) MATURE READERS HC, 12x17, FC $69.50 ******************* INSANELY TWISTED RABBITS HC by Michel Gagné In his fifth book, internationally acclaimed animation artist Michel Gagné (The Iron Giant) launches his imagination at warp speed. This exquisitely rendered collection hovers between the delightful and disturbing, the benign, and bizarre. Tender, amusing, Gagné soars to his signature best. Features 43 illustrations, with 24 in color. (Gagne International Press) (0-9666404- 4-6) HC, 8x10, 32pg $14.95 SIRENS TP by Chris Achilleos Introduction by Ray Harryhausen. Collecting 120 full-color paintings, many full page and double spreads, and 20 black-and- white drawings, showing how Achilleos plans and executes a picture. Subject matter includes glamour, military, historical, fantasy, science-fiction, Dr. Who, and Star Trek. Large sections are devoted to Amazons, warrior women, and pinups. (1- 903676-01-0) (CAUT: 4) NOTE : This book is not available in the mass market. MATURE READERS SC, 128pg, PC $24.99 STAR OF THE MONTH XOTICA: THE ART OF ESTEBAN MAROTO In the ever-burgeoning pantheon of fantasy illustrators, room must be made for one of the premiere international masters who ever picked up a pencil, pen, and brush — Esteban Maroto! For decades he has illuminated new worlds of fantasy, science- fiction, sword and sorcery, and action-adventure illustration. If you think you know the worlds of Maroto, be ready for a most enjoyable surprise! The best is about to be presented! Perfectbound. (SQP) (STAR02343) MATURE READERS SC, 8½x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 ********************* COLLECTING THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING TP by Kristian Pope & Ray Whebbe Jr. This all-color book features 400 photos and history, interviews, a listing of every professional wrestler (including ring name), commentary on title changes, sold-out arenas, fans, behind-the-scenes drama, and a "collector's corner" in each chapter that highlights the top wrestling collectibles available on the market. Covers every known wrestler in the history of the sport! (Krause Publications) (0-87349-233-1) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 176pg, FC $21.95 FURTHER ADVENTURES IN THE SIMPSONS COLLECTIBLES: AN UNAUTHORIZED GUIDE TP by Robert Getz The author of the world's first guide to Simpsons stuff follows up from his previous book, The Unauthorized Guide to the Simpsons. This book features 460 brand new, full-color photographs of dolls, figurines, glasses, games, music, comics, promos, and more. (Schiffer Publishing) (0-7643-1231-6) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 160pg, FC $29.95 MEGO ACTION FIGURE TOYS TP by John Bonavita This revised and expanded third edition, super hero figures from comics, television, and movie stories are shown with their original packaging in over 400 color photos, with newly updated values. Prototypes, never-produced figures, and foreign exclusives join the regular production in this reference book that sports 425 color photos. (Schiffer Publishing) (0-7643-1264- 2) (CAUT: 4) TP, 6x9, 192pg, FC $19.95 THE UNOFFICIAL GUIDE TO JAPANESE AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSFORMERS TP by J. E. Alvarez Learn about the variations between the Transformers of Japan, America, and Europe through 536 gorgeous color photos of Transformers from all over the world. This in-depth guide delves into such Japanese toy lines as Headmasters, Masterforce, Zone, and the Return of Convoy. There is discussion of many of the European figures including the Turbomasters, Predators, and the Obliterators. Also appearing are early Pre-Transformers like the Diaclones and Kronoforms. (Schiffer Publishing) (0- 7643-1282-0) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 160pg, FC $29.95 COMIC THEMES THE CLASSIC ERA OF AMERICAN PULP MAGAZINES HC by Peter Haining They gave us sordid tales of greed, lust, envy — all the wants and desires that we weren't supposed to embrace, as they made us "undesirables," the dregs of society, evil, and untrustworthy. All the more reason to love the pulps! Illustrated with many colorful (and lurid) images, this book looks at those magazines that peeked into the dark side of our nature. The book gives you a solid and well-written history and examination of classic pulp magazines, and why they're still desirable to this day. Includes 200 color photos. (Independent Publisher Group) (1-55652-389-0) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x11, 240pg, PC $39.95 COMIC BOOK NATION HC The Transformation of Youth Culture in America by Bradford W. Wright Wright's lively study finds that writers and illustrators used the comic book medium to address racism, economic injustice, fascism, nuclear war, drug abuse, and teenage alienation. The author also notes the role comic books played in transforming children and adolescents into consumers. This is not only a study of popular culture, but an entertaining look at an enduring American art form. Includes 43 halftones and 10 line drawings. (Johns Hopkins University Press) (0-8018-6514-X) HC, 7x10, 352pg $34.95 DITKO PACKAGE SC In 1989, they published a distinctive book that's now out-of-print. It's a collector's item now. For those who missed it, here is a second printing in the same format. Just what you would expect from the mind of the man who created Mr. A, The Mocker, Static, The Avenging World, Tsk! Tsk!, and others. (Robin Snyder Publisher) (CAUT: 4) SC, 80pg, b&w $7.00 ROCKET'S BLAST AND THE COMICOLLECTOR #2 Front and back covers by Frank Frazetta! This is a special Edgar Rice Burroughs issue which will cover the worlds of ERB in and out of comics. Bill Stout, Dave Stevens, and Mike Royer pay tribute to Tarzan artist Russ Manning. The Sunday comics Tarzan art of Hal Foster & Burne Hogarth is discussed. "Gene Roddenberry & ERB" examines the completed but never filmed Tarzan movie script which Roddenberry wrote in 1968. All this, plus an interview with The Shadow and Solomon Kane artist, Gary Gianni. (Midnight Graffiti) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 128pg $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROCKET'S BLAST & THE COMICOLLECTOR #1 This first issue has a focus on the horror and sci-fi comics of the 1950s, particularly comic work of Steve Ditko (like his prolific output at Charlton, including The Thing, Fantastic Fears, and many others). There is also a detailed look at the E.C. science fiction comics and at the E.C. fanzines of the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. On the modern front is a feature on the new film classic, The Iron Giant. (Midnight Graffiti) SC, 9x11, 120pg $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SLOW CHOCOLATE AUTOPSY TPB by Iain Sinclair & Dave McKean Draws on the dark and paranoid images of the city, from the Renaissance through Dickens and Jack the Ripper to the 60s gangsters and current decay. This is a geography that Iain Sinclair has made his own, and Dave McKean's graphics create a haunting and unsettling landscape that only really exists in the mind. Sometime novel, sometime poem, sometime collage, and sometime comic strip. This is wonderful production between beautiful covers. (Diamond U.K.) (STAR12471) TPB, 6x9, 190pg $15.00 **************** FICTION THE BRIDE WORE BLACK TP by Cornell Woolrich First in the definitive series of this American genius. A tale that became a classic noir film in 1968. No one knew who she was, where she came from, or why she had entered their lives. All they really knew about her was that she possessed a terrifying beauty — and that each time she appeared, a man died horribly. Cover and illustration/design by Steranko! (Pocket Books) (0- 7434-1316-4) (CAUT: 4) TP, 5x8, 224pg $12.00 KURT VONNEGUT: GOD BLESS YOU DR. KEVORKIAN HC by Kurt Vonnegut Vonnegut plays the role of an "afterlife reporter," bravely allowing himself to be strapped to a gurney by Jack Kevorkian, and dispatched round-trip to the Pearly Gates. Or at least that's what he claims in the introduction to these thirty-odd comic and irreverent "interviews" with the likes of Isaac Newton, William Shakespeare, Adolf Hitler, and Clarence Darrow, taking readers to an entirely new place in literature. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 5x8, 80pg $9.95 NEIL GAIMAN AMERICAN GODS by Neil Gaiman Before his prison release, Shadow's wife and best friend are killed in an accident. On the plane home to the funeral, he meets a beguiling stranger who knows everything about him. Furthermore, "Mr. Wednesday" wants to be his bodyguard. When Shadow accepts, this is when Mr. W's schemes become far more dangerous and dark than Shadow could have imagined. For beneath the surface of everyday life is a war fought for the very soul of America. Also available on Harper Audio. Audio book contains 12 cassettes, unabridged. (Harper Collins Publishers) (CAUT: 4) HC (0-380-97365-0)—6x9, 432pg $26.00 AUDIO (0-694-52549-9) $44.95 SMOKE AND MIRRORS TP by Neil Gaiman An elderly widow discovers the Holy Grail hidden beneath an old fur coat in a second-hand shop. A frightened little boy bargains for his life with a very persistent troll, under a rail road bridge. And a stray cat endlessly repeats a terrible nightly fight to protect his adopted family from unimaginable evil. These dazzling inventions and many more await in this definitive collection of short stories — all revealing one of the world's most gifted fantasy writers at the peak of his form. (Harper Collins Publisher) (0-06-093470-0) (CAUT: 4) TP, 5x8, 352pg $13.00 STARDUST TP by Neil Gaiman In the sleepy English countryside of decades past, in the town of Wall, Tristran Thorn has lost his heart to the beautiful, Victoria Forester. One crisp October evening, Tristran makes a foolhardy promise that sends him through the only gap in the high stone wall, for which the village is named. He heads across the meadow … and into the most unforgettable adventure of his life. For readers who love enchanting tales like The Princess Bride, Stardust is guaranteed to win their hearts. (Harper Collins Publisher) (0-06-093471-9) (CAUT: 4) TP, 5x8, 352pg $13.00 SF U.K . TP How British Science Fiction Changed The World by Daniel O'Brien An illuminating survey of British science fiction and its powerful influence on film, television, literature, art, and other media. See how U.K. sci-fi frequently presents a dark and dangerous vision of the future. This book incorporates a remarkable range of interviews and sources, and includes a provocative introductory chapter by author Kim Newman, placing the story of British science fiction in a wider context. Features 100 black-and-white photos. (Trafalgar Square) (1-903111-16-1) (CAUT: 4) TP, 7x10, 160pg $22.95 WARCRAFT BOOK 2: LORD OF THE CLANS MMPB by Don Perrin The award-winning #1 best-selling computer game magically combines the triumph, tragedy, and visceral battles of Braveheart, with the spirit and adventure of Star Wars. (Pocket Books) (0-7434-2690-8) (CAUT: 4) MMPB $6.50 YEAR'S BEST SF 6 MMPB The sixth volume of this impressive, enormously popular series contains contributions from David Brin, Ursula K. Le Guin, Robert Silverberg, and many more of the greatest writers in the field of speculative fiction. This is the first time these stories have been colleted in book form, having previously appeared in magazines such as Analog, Asimov's, and others. (Harper Collins Publishers) (0-06-102055-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 496pg $7.50 HOW-TO STAR OF THE MONTH ARTISTS ON COMIC ART SC by Mark Salisbury Some of today's most respected comic book artists discuss the secrets of translating comics script into graphic storytelling. For the first time ever, this book features in-depth and revealing interviews with comic legends such as Brian Bolland, John Byrne, Steve Dillon, Dave Gibbons, Jim Lee, Frank Miller, Alex Ross, and others. Technique, style, layouts, approach, penciling, inking… no facet of the artist's craft is left unexplored, and this is just the beginning. Author Mark Salisbury gets to grips with the lovely creative genius behind the pencil and ink, presenting an unparalleled insight into the widescreen mind of the comic book artist. Revealing, instructional, shocking, and humorous, Artists on Comic Art has something for comics fans, budding artists, and hardened professionals. (Titan) (STAR12440) SC, 256pg $23.99 ************* HUMOROUS ILLUSTRATIONS TP The Top Artists of Our Time Talk About Their Work by Mark Salisbury Written by the co-editor of MAD Magazine, this book provides a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the top illustrators and artists of the 20th century translated a comic point of view into a graphic reality. See how the masters of pen and pencil capture the spontaneity and essence of their wit on paper. See how the illustrators create and render memorable cartoon figures, hilarious caricatures, innovative animals, "serious" humorous illustrations, gag and panel cartoons, advertisements, and illustrations for graphic novels and children's books. Discover the secrets of Norman Rockwell, Maurice Sendak, Jules Feiffer, Will Eisner, Jack Davis, and others. Includes 200 black-and-white illustrations. (Watson Guptill Publications) (0-8230-0270-5) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x10, 160pg, b&w $24.95 LORD OF THE RINGS J.R.R. TOLKIEN: LORD OF THE RINGS VOLUME 1 NOVELIZATION by J.R.R. Tolkien What's been called the greatest book of the 20th century, J.R.R. Tolkien's epic adventure The Lord of the Rings is coming to the theaters. This is the official novelization of the story that's a brilliant tale of heroism and hardship, magic and loss, and grace and grandeur. (Houghton Mifflin Company) (CAUT: 4) SC (0-618-12902-2)—5x8, 1,216pg $20.00 HC (0-618-12901-4) —5x8, 1,216pg $38.00 J.R.R. TOLKIEN: THE HOBBIT TPB by J.R.R. Tolkien; illustrated by David Wenzel First published in the United States more than 60 years ago, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit has become one of the best-loved books of all time. Tolkien's fantasy has now been adapted into a fully-painted graphic novel, which has become a classic in its own right. (Random House) (0-345-44560-0) (CAUT: 4) TPB, 6x10, 144pg, FC $15.00 MOVIES JAMES BOND: DOUBLESHOT by Raymond Benson Seeing double makes life twice as dangerous for James Bond –– when an organized crime group makes him believe he's going insane. It's a mad but brilliant plot that forces Agent 007 into the ultimate face-to-face confrontation… with himself! (Putnam Publishing Group) (0-515-13061-3) SC, 304pg $7.50 THE SATANIC SCREEN TP An Illustrated Guide to the Devil in Cinema by Nikolas Schreck The Satanic Screen documents all of Satan's cinematic incarnations, covering now only the horror genre, but also many examples of mainstream cinema, as well as a whole range of sub-genres including hardcore porn, mondo documentaries, and underground film. Heavily illustrated with rare still photographs, poster, and arcane, The Satanic Screen also investigates the perennial symbiotic interplay between Satanic cinema and leading occultists, making is essential reading for anyone interested in the black arts and their continuing representation in populist culture. (Diamond U.K.) (1840-680-43-1) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS TP $19.95 SHREK Shrek is the story of a non-nonsense ogre whose swamp has been over-run by annoying fairytale creatures. Shrek sets out to save his home from this infestation, and along the way befriends a wisecracking donkey, slays a fire-breathing dragon, and saves a beautiful princess with a deep dark secret. Composed of hundreds of stills from the CGI movie due out this May and dialogue taken directly from the script, Shrek is an extremely faithful adaptation and a delight besides. (LPC Group) (0- 897520-14-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x7, 96pg, FC $7.95 POP CULTURE BODIES OF SUBVERSION TP A Secret History of Women and Tattoo Second Edition by Margot Mifflin Bodies of Subversion traces the history of women and tattoo in Western society from the early 1880s to the present, charting the special significance tattooing has for women as a powerfully transgressive form of self-expression. (Publisher's Group West) (0-890451-10-X) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS TP, 8x11, 192pg, PC $23.95 IRON CHEF OFFICIAL BOOK HC With pro-wrestling style theatrics, bad dubbing, and high-intensity plate-by-plate commentary, Iron Chef has boiled over into a bona fide phenomenon. This book features full-color photographs, an episode guide, recipes, interviews with all the Iron Chefs, and much more. The heat is on as cook-offs ensue between the valiant Iron Chefs, and a guest chef bold enough to challenge him. (Putnam Publishing Group) (0-425-18088-3) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 224pg $21.95 KIDS' LETTERS TO HARRY POTTER HC An Unauthorized Collection complied by Bill Adler Kids from all over America share their hopes and dreams with their best and newest friend, the phenomenally popular Harry Potter. In addition to a generous sampling of children's enthusiastic, candid, often humorous messages that illuminate the wizardry in America's love affair with Harry, this winning book also offers interviews with a number of the letter-writers themselves. For with Harry Potter, they discover the sorcery that lies in friendship. (Publisher's Group West) (0-7867-0890-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x8, 160pg $20.00 TOKYO VERTIGO TP by Stephen Barber In Tokyo, the compelling power of the contemporary city is visible to its maximum degree. Moving from district to district –– from wild Shinjuko to the austre Imperial Palace –– and from day to night, Tokyo Vertigo is the first book to catch all the sensations of Tokyo: its vast avenues and building masses, its digital image screens and neon arcades, and its concurrent cultures of sex, death, and ecstasy. Tokyo Vertigo also looks back at the vital defining moments in the city's recent history: the earthquake devastation of 1923, the firebombing of 1945, and in particular, the uproar of the late 1960a with its experiments in art and film and its street riots protests. Above all, the book evokes a futuristic city space composed of delirious, engulfing images. It is an exhilarating account of Tokyo, mixing together the delicate and raw textures of the city into a unique reading experience. (Diamond U.K.) (1840-680-369) (CAUT: 4) TP $17.95 STAR TREK STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION SECTION 31: ROGUE MMPB by Andy Mangels & Michael Martin Six months before their ultimate battle against the Borg for the fate of Earth, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise face a very different kind of crisis. A world in turmoil becomes a focal point of conspiracies and betrayal as an unexpected reunion brings with is startling revelations. Old friends become bitter enemies, and one young officer reaches a crossroad when he's forced to choose between the greater good of the Federation and the ideals for which it stands. (Pocket Books) (0-671-7747-8) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES SECTION 31: CLOAK MMPB by S.D. Perry They are the self-appointed protectors of the Federation. Amoral, shrouded in secrecy, answerable to no one, Section 31 is the mysterious covert operations division of Starfleet, a rogue shadow group committed to safe guarding the Federation at any cost. Once, in order to preserve the galaxy's balance of power, Captain Kirk carried out a dangerous mission to capture a cloaking device from the Romulans. Months later, Kirk discovers that the same technology he obtained for the sake of peace is being put to sinister purposes, as Section 31 sets in motion a plan that could bring the major powers of the galaxy to their knees. (Pocket Books) (0-671-77471-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 STAR WARS STAR WARS: CLOAK OF DECEPTION HC by James Luceno This exciting Episode I-related novel goes back to a time just before The Phantom Menace, to tackle the truth behind Chancellor Valorum's fall from power, in an adventure starring the Chancellor and Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn. (Random House) (0-345-4498-9) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 352pg $26.00 SUPER-HEROES STAR OF THE MONTH BATMAN UNMASKED: ANALYZING A CULTURAL ICON HC by Will Brooker A highly readable academic monograph that traces the various ways in which Batman has been interpreted over the years — by wartime film producers, gay teenagers, pop artists, Internet fan communities, and so on. Written from both an academic and a fan's perspective, this is a fascinating examination of how a character can be a brand and a myth at the same time. This book draws on substantial research from the DC Comics archives, as well as interviews with DC editors and writers. Also included is a hugely comprehensive Batman iconography, listing examples of how Batman has been used as a reference in to other TV shows, movies, fast-food restaurants, etc. (Continuum) (STAR12551) (CAUT: 4) HC, 256pg $27.95 ************** GEN 13: TIME AND CHANCE MMPB by Jeff Mariotte & Scott Ciencin Five teenagers brought together by the covert operation organization I.O become the United States government's next generation of super-powered operatives: GEN 13. Unwilling to be I.O.'s pawns, the teens escaped the organization's clutches with the help of renegade agent John Lynch, who soon became their mentor and friend. But now the I.O has been disbanded and a dangerous new enemy threatens GEN 13's existence. A villain known only as Wager has obtained on the black market a top secret GEN factor formula that gave GEN 13 its powers and is planning to use it to gain control of the New York City underworld! To stop the growing crime spree that is destroying the city, GEN 13 has to find Wager. And that is exactly what Wager wants… (Putnam Publishing Group) (0-441-00856-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 272pg $5.95 TOMB RAIDER LARA CROFT: TOMB RAIDER NOVELIZATION MMPB by D. A. Stern Their existence is dismissed as rumor; their supposed powers and influence as paranoid delusions. But the Illuminati are real, and for 5,000 years they have conspired in secret, working their will on the affairs of mankind. Now the last remnant of an ancient civilization –– the key to absolute power that was hidden ages ago to prevent its misuse –– is something the Illuminati will stop at nothing to possess. But from the jungles of Cambodia to the frozen wastelands of Siberia, one woman will risk her own life, time and again, to thwart the Illuminati's evil desires. Her name is Lara Croft –– her occupation: Tomb Raider. (Pocket Books) (0-7434-2429-8) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 392pg $6.99 LARA CROFT—TOMB RAIDER: TECH MANUAL TP by Michael Jan Friedman Here's your chance to dig behind-the-scenes and see how Lara Croft came by her devastating array of gear gadgets and gravel spitting vehicles. Illustrated throughout, with plans, designs, and photos of all of Lara's cutting-edge equipment –– from her trademark gun belt or her custom bike –– Lara Croft: Tomb Raider Tech Manual takes you inside Lara's world and serves as the perfect way for readers to extend the non-stop ride that the Paramount Pictures' summer smash delivers. (Pocket Books) (0- 7434-2354-2) (CAUT: 4) TP, 144pg, FC $15.95 TUBE BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE & DRU –– PRETTY MAIDS ALL IN A ROW MMPB by Christopher Golden Turn back the clock to the early 1940s and meet Sophie the Vampire Slayer. Sophie has learned that the notorious Spike and Drusilla have managed to seize the Watcher's Council list of all the Slayers-in-Waiting. Spike and Dru plan to use the list to track down and kill all Slayers to come. Sophie is more than a little worried, naturally. At least one Slayer in-training is already dead, and if Spike and Drusilla make it even halfway down the list of the Chosen Ones, then the "pretty maid" who is called up next will be unavoidably weak, untrained… and unprepared to fulfill her destiny! (Pocket Books) (0-7434-1892-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 352pg $6.99 FARSCAPE: HOUSE OF CARDS MMPB by Keith R. A. DeCandido The pleasure planet of Liantac was once the greatest gambling resort in the Uncharted Territories. Even now, having fallen on hard times, it remains a spectacle of glitz and greed. Astronaut John Crichton and his fellow interstellar fugitives see Liantac as a source of much-needed supplies, except Rygel, whose boundless avarice is tempted by the promise of easy riches. Imagine his shock when he loses Moya is a game of chance! To discharge the debt, and liberate the ship from the planetary authorities, Crichton, Aeryn, and the others must take on a number of challenging assignments. But all is not what it seems, for treachery and deadly intrigue hide within this… House of Cards. (St. Martin's Press) (0-812-56162-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 224pg $6.99 INTERNATIONAL SECTION ITALIAN IMPORTS BALDAZZINI & SAUDELLI'S BIZARRERIES SC SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4528) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 64pg, PC $16.99 LEVITATIONI SC by Sergio Cavallerin Born in the late 50s by the Tiber in a town called Perugia, north of Rome, Sergio was soon upsetting everyone by scribbling small drawings on everything. A boy of few words, he continued to draw all the way through L'Instituto D'Arte di Perugia and on into his 'adult' career with his work appearing in numerous Italian and foreign newspapers and magazines. His sense of humor is incorrigible and his appetite for putting it in a drawing seemingly inexhaustible. In this volume you'll find well over 200 pieces of his mind, as he tears into sword swallowers, penguins, and Adam & Eve alike, with hardly a word being said. Over 100 works in color, most are full page. Published in Italy by Edizioni Di in 2000. (133) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x10, 240pg, FC $25.99 SPANISH IMPORTS EL VIBORA #250 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Comic, 68pg, PC $7.99 KISS COMIX #110 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (9046) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Comic, 68pg, PC $7.99 ANIME BOOKS AKIRA ANIME COMIC #5 Cel art anime comics of Akira the movie, based on Katsuhiro Otomo, (director of the movie's classic manga in the 80s). Young Kaneda and his friends form a team of juvenile delinquents in Neo Tokyo, the remnant of Tokyo after the nuclear hit in the World War III. Tetsuo, one of the teammates, is attacked by a strange kid/old man who has super-human power. Tetsuo is taken to a military laboratory where the military is leading a secret study to unleash the superhuman power from these "old kids." Superb anime art. This is a great chance to get the anime comic version of this manga/anime classic. Japanese text. (7819/4063101258) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x5, 158pg, FC $15.99 BLOOD: THE LAST VAMPIRE OFFCIAL VISUAL BOOK This is the official visual book of the Playstation video game based on the hit full-length anime film, Blood: The Last Vampire. Utilizing actual animations from the film, players follow the trail of vampires and hunt them down. Features plenty of screen shots, walk-throughs, and tips. Japanese text. (8194/4-04-707058-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $36.99 GATCHAMAN GRAFFITI (1972-2000) SC by Asahi Sonorama A complete guide to the super-hit classic anime, Gatchaman, a.k.a. Battle of the Planets and G-Force! It covers the three Gatchaman series of the 70s, the new OVA series from 1994, and the DVD in 2000. Gatchaman are 5 high-tech ninja who fight against the evil organization Galactor. Learn about the series that served as the prototype for all heroic animes to follow! Includes official art, story guides, staff interviews, and more. Japanese text. (7819/4-257-036241-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 144pg, PC $51.99 LOVE HINA ANIME COMIC #5 A colorful look at the popular shounen manga/TV anime, featuring the exploits of Keitaro Urashima, a loser high-school graduate who fails the entrance test to Tokyo University three times, and is forced to live in his grandma's hotel to save money. Of course, he is unaware that the hotel is now an all-girl dormitory! This issue includes three stories of the TV anime, plus special collection cards! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-310130-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 142pg, FC $13.99 SAKURA WARS TV ANIME BOOK A guidebook to the TV series Sakura Wars (Sakura Taisen), featuring color art, design works, and more! Japanese Text. (8193/4-19-720137-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 98pg, PC $42.99 SRC FILE: SUNRISE ROBOTS COMPLETE FILE VOLUME 2 by Take Shobo The second volume of full-color illustration files on the robots of Sunrise Animation. This volume features more than 500 robots from 54 series, including Zambot 3, Daitarn 3, and GaoGaiGar. This is the second volume of the "Complete File" series, focusing on super robots in heroic animations (volume 1 featured more 'realistic' robots). Highly recommended for those who love Japanese mecha anime! Japanese Text. (7819/4-81240661-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 210pg, FC $37.99 HOW TO DRAW HOW TO DRAW ROBOTS by Akira Hayashi Here's another in the popular "How to Draw" series. Learn how to draw robots, an essential part in manga and anime! This book teaches you the basics, followed by part-by-part instructions to give your mecha and robots that authentic look! Highly recommended for aspiring manga artists. Japanese text. (7819/4-7661-1206-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $27.99 ILLUSTRATION BOOKS BITCH'S LIFE HC SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (7819/4-7661-1209-1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x12, 120pg, FC $58.99 COMIC ILLUSTLOGY 2001 A collection of new illustrations and drawings by some of Japan's hottest new manga artists. Includes many full-page illustrations, plus interviews and articles on coloring. Japanese text. (8193/4-89799-481-0) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 136pg, PC $32.99 THE COMPLETE WORKS OF YASUHIKO YOSHIKAZU SC A volume commemorating Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's 30-year-long career as an animator. Yasuhiko, the character deesigner of Gundam, has had a deep impact on the Japanese anime style, and this is the first collection of the artist's work in twelve years. Included are more than 200 illustrations, including 146 pages of color, commentary from famous illustrators such as Haruhiko Mikimoto (Macross), Yutaka Izubuchi, and more! Japanese text. (7819/4-8401-0198-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 200pg, FC $54.99 FAREWELL TO SPACE BATTLESHIP YAMATO DATA BOOK This is an illustrated guide to the Japanese Playstation strategy game, based on the classic sci-fi anime, Space Battleship Yamato (StarBlazers). Utilizing actual animations from the film, players chart their course across the cosmos, battling alien fleets. Features plenty of screen shots, walk-throughs, and tips. Japanese text. (8193/4-921066-84-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 128pg, FC $45.99 GENSO SUIKO GAIDEN SC This album presents cel art, pencils, and design works for the Konami Playstation game, Genso Suiko Gaiden. Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-1659-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $36.99 HOJO TSUKASA ILLUSTRATIONS HC by Hojo Tsukasa An illustration collection commemorating the 20-year-long career of artist Hojo Tsukasa. Hojo created such popular mangas as City Hunter and Cat's Eye, both of which have been made into anime series. Best known for his illustrations of beautiful lady characters, you find plenty in this slip-cased hardcover volume! Japanese text. (7819/4-08-782598-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 108pg, FC $46.99 HONENO SAKI: HIROYUKI ASADA ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION HC SET by Hiroyuki Asada A set of 2 hardcover books in a clear slipcase with inner illustrated band to hold both volumes together. Book One (full color) contains more than 100 illustrations using special paper to recreate the original works' delicate tones. Book Two (black-and- white) contains Asada's short manga and rough sketches as well as comments by the author. Japanese text. (7819/4-08- 782133-1) (CAUT: 4) HC Set (x2), 9x12, 200pg, PC $83.99 KAO: HIROTAKA KISARAGI ILLUSTRATIONS HC Includes a host of full-page, full-color illustrations depicting beautiful young men and women, mostly from book and CD cover illustrations. Mostly "real world" artwork, with some fantasy images included. Japanese text. (8193/4-88302-545-4) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 72pg, PC $64.99 LET'S CHAT! ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION SC SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (7819/4-87763-066-X) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 130pg, FC $48.99 PERFECTION: SNK CHARACTERS ILLUSTRATIONS SC An illustration collection of SNK's popular video game characters, made up of computer graphics and illustrations. Meet the characters from such popular titles as King Of Fighters and Garou Densetu! Japanese text. (7819/4-939110-10-9) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x12, 126pg, FC $54.99 KODANSHA BILINGUAL COMICS Here's your chance to experience original Japanese novels and comic stories translated into English. Since Japanese readers are so familiar with these characters and stories, they find it an easier and more inspiring way to learn English. For linguistically-challenged Americans, these volumes are a great way to fully enjoy the Japanese story experience! SAZAE-SAN BILINGUAL EDITION #4 The Wonderful World Of… has sold more than 62 million copies since it was first published in a Japanese comic strip in 1946, and has produced other adaptations in the form of radio programs, an animated television series and even movies. This post WWII comedy centers on a cheerful heroine, Sazae, and was produced by Machiko Hasegawa Japan's first successful female comic artist. For readers unfamiliar with Japan the strip offers a glimpse into the daily life of the average family with insights into the cultural customs and events that mark their lives. Available in Japanese and English text for the first time! (42/4770020945) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, b&w $17.99 MANGA BASTARD!! SPECIAL EDITION #1 by Kazushi Hagiwara A thoroughly retouched and revised edition of the Kazushi Hagiwara's manga masterpiece, originally published in 1988! This is the story of DS (Dark Schneider), an evil sorcerer who is deprived of his magical power by the High Priest of the Meta Llicana Kingdom. DS's soul is placed within a baby boy named Loosh, and is then adopted by the High Priest. 15 years later, in a time of a crisis, DS is released by a kiss from Yoko, the daughter of the High Priest, to protect the Kingdom. However, DS tries to kill the High Priest and re-conquer the world! The only one who can stop him is Yoko! Fantastic artwork. Highly recommended for all manga fans! Stunning front cover art by Yasushi Nirasawa (Nira Works). Japanese text. (7819/4-08- 782661-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 300pg, PC $54.99 ************************ See this month's IMPORT TOYS & MODELS section for the new Bastard!! Action Figure from Koto Inc. ************************ DAUGHTER OF BASILIS #4 Shoujo manga by Chiho Saito (Girl Revolution Utena)! It's 1925; a daughter of a groom falls in love with a young viscount. Seventy years later, their great granddaughter and a wealthy descendant of the viscount's child from the other marriage meet and fall in love again. This is a romantic story with beautiful artwork. Japanese text. (7819/4091367100) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 190pg, b&w $8.99 DEVILMAN LADY #16 An excellent continuation of Go Nagai's Devilman series, but with a new and exciting twist! Meet the mightiest, most cruel, yet merciful heroine ever – Devilman Lady! Earth is being threatened by the "Devil Beasts," a mutated species, and it's up to Jun Fudo, the beautiful ex-Olympian high school teacher, to face her destiny as the "Devilman Lady" – a new type of devil beast which retains all human thought. Will she be able to cope with her newfound powers and save humanity? Or will she end up destroying all? Includes a two-sided color foldout mini-poster. Japanese text. (7819/4063286983) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 224pg, b&w $10.99 EDEN'S BOWY #7 A fantasy manga by Kitsune Tennoji (Olfina). Meet Jorrne, a poor farm boy, who aspires to visit the floating city of Eden ("Heaven"), a place where the people prosper and possess both sophisticated culture and technology. Raised by his stepfather, Jornne is actually the son of Reveal Maiden, a highly respected lady in Eden. Although he's unaware of the fact, it's believed he possesses special powers to destroy gods. During his journey to Eden, he meets a mysterious girl named Elyssis, who falls in love with him and has sworn to protect him from the residents of Eden who think he's the mighty "god-slayer". Japanese text. (7819/404713323X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 206pg, b&w $11.99 ESCAFLOWNE MANGA #3 A Japanese high-school girl Hitomi is drawn into a middle-age-ish other world, where one kingdom invades the neighboring countries. Hitomi happens to have a special power to inject energy into a fighting mecha, and is asked to protect the country with Barn, the prince of the invaded kingdom. Thus starts the story of her love and adventure. Illustrated by Katsu Aki, a popular and talented bishoujo manga artist. Based on the TV anime version (following the basic storylines). Japanese text. (7819/4-04-7131237-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $9.99 GOOD KISS VERSION 2 VOLUME 3 A collection of four romantic short manga based on the experiences of teenage readers. Cute artwork, Japanese text. (7819/4- 06-312590-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4.5x7, 200pg, b&w $8.99 JINKI #1 by Shirou Tsunashima The latest manga by Shirou Tsunashima (Life Errors)! Aoba is a lonely teenage girl who is good at building plastic model robots. One day, she is kidnapped by her own mother to the jungles of South America, where an organization called "Angel" is preparing a robot named Moribito ("the Guardian") against ancient jin-ki ("human machines"). Follow Aoba's exciting adventure! Great shonen manga with a classic robot anime taste! Japanese text. (7819/4-7575-0285-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $11.99 ************************ Look for a Jinki Moribito Robot Action Figure coming from Kaiyodo later in 2001! ************************ JO-JO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE #5 by Hirohiko Araki This is one of the longest-running mangas ever — now a video games and an amine! Jonathan "Jo-Jo" Joester is a son of prosperous Joester family in the late 19th-century England. His father adopts Dio Brando, a son of a bum who saved his life many years ago. Dio tries to take the Joesters's wealth from their only heir Jo-Jo, and tries to kill Jonathan and his father. Meanwhile, the Joester family has a special antique mask from ancient Mexico, which has unknown occult power. Follow their quest for the super-human power. Japanese text. (7819/40885113001) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x7, 188pg, b&w $7.99 ************************ See this month's IMPORT TOYS & MODELS section for the newest JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Action Figure 2-Pack:Avdol & Magician's Red. ************************ THE LAST MAN #10 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Japanese text. (7819/4-06-336914-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 224pg, b&w $10.99 REYUI #3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (7819/4-87287-450-1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 6x8, 166pg, b&w $17.99 SAIYUKI GAIDEN #1 by Kazuya Minekura A fantasy based on the classic Chinese tale, The Westward Odyssey. Meet Goku, a strange child-creature born from rock, his mentors, and the gods in heaven. There's a conspiracy brewing up in heaven, and Goku and his friends are getting involved! Beautiful artwork. Japanese text. (7819/4-757703737-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 180pg, b&w $15.99 SERAPHIC FEATHER #5 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (7819/4063141985) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 225pg, b&w $9.99 TENJO TENGE #3 by Oh! Great Bob and Nagi are new students in a high school for martial artists. They want to prove that they are the mightiest of all students, but the seniors in the student union decide to exterminate the new kids. Who's the winner? Great action scenes. Color foldout poster. Japanese text. (7819/40888758080) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 THOSE WHO HUNT ELVES #16 The original manga version of Those Who Hunt Elves, the popular TV/OVA anime series. The mayhem starts when a martial art genius, an actress, and a high-school girl (with a tank) accidentally get transported to a magical world. Their only way home is to collect five pieces of a magic spell, but these spells are printed on the skin of female elves. It's up to the intrepid trio to search out the five pieces by finding Elven maidens and disrobing them to see if they have part of the spell. Japanese text. (7819/4-8402-1731-9) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 194pg, b&w $10.99 TRIGUN MAXIMUM #4 The new series of Trigun. Near-future western. After the first series, our gentle gunman Vash the Stampede is tired of the battles and hides in a frontier town. Under a false name, he manages to spend two years in peace and happiness, until he is forced to confront his nemesis, Knives. Exciting story and great artwork. Highly recommended for all manga fans! (7819/4- 7859-2012-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 Z MAZINGER #5 by Go Nagai The mightiest Shogun Warrior returns! Original creator Go Nagai has returned to the drawing table to reinvent Mazinger for the new millennium as Z Mazinger! This is an all new Super Robot laying the smack down on the Kikaiju's candy asses, and is not a reprint of older Mazinger manga! Includes a color foldout poster. Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334358-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 216pg, b&w $12.99 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA CARDCAPTOR SAKURA ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION 3 by CLAMP The third illustration collection of Card Captor Sakura, the fantastic manga by CLAMP. Includes 80 full-color illustrations with commentary by CLAMP. Enjoy the beautiful colors and delicate touches from this fan-favorite manga studio! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-324534-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $37.99 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA BOOKMARKS Maybe Sakura needs to mark her place in the Clow book to remember which cards are still missing… or maybe she just wants to send lovely greetings to her friends. Always keep your place with these colorful bookmarks! Each comes individually wrapped and measures approximately 5½". (133/MM427) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item ships in an assortment, styles may vary. Bookmark SRP: $0.40Ea. CARDCAPTOR SAKURA: CERBERUS KEYCHAIN From the moment he sprang from the cover of the strange Clow book and transformed from "beast" to "cute", he was always going to be a favorite in this Clamp Studios shojo! In this set of eight figural keychains, Cerberus (better known as Kero-chan, guardian of the Clow and Sakura's guide) appears always jolly, laughing and joking. But fear not; if anyone should challenge your right to those keys, he's just as likely to turn beast! Eight different styles, measuring from 1½" to 2" tall. (133/KR70) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item ships in an assortment, styles may vary. Keychain SRP: $2.99Ea. CARDCAPTOR SAKURA DVD HOLDER Like any 10-year-old schoolgirl, Sakura enjoys visiting her friends and bringing along her favorite game disks, DVDs, or CDs. Here's a wonderful way of keeping them all together: a CD/disk holder with a clear plastic printed cover that opens to reveal six double pockets to hold a dozen of the best! Cover emblazoned with color graphics of Sakura and friends! Measures 5½" square. (133/MM429) (CAUT: 4) CD Holder $7.99 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA FIGURAL BANK While she's out collecting cards with Kero-chan, her guide and protector, let Sakura look after your coins as this colorful, 6 ½" tall plastic figural bank! (133/MM421) Figural Bank $22.99 GUNDAM GUNDAM WEAPONS: M.G. MS-07B GOUF SPECIAL EDITION Published by Hobby Japan, this is the latest in their series of Gundam Weapons specials, depicting various robot kits from the long history of Mobile Suit Gundam. This edition focuses on the Master Grade model kit of the enemy Mobile Suit, MS-07B Gouf. The all-purpose fighting mech is shown in various diorama settings, and in variant versions, many scratch-built or customized by talented Japanese modelers. Heavily illustrated with mostly color photos of the kits. Japanese text. (7819/4- 89425-240-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 134pg, PC $28.99 GUNDAM WING: ENDLESS WALTZ FIGURAL KEYCHAIN SET Endless Waltz is the continuation of the Gundam Wing storyline, in which the Mobile Suits come together to form a rescue mission, and to prevent the evil Mariemaia from dominating the Earth's sphere. This set of seven keychains was produced by Banpresto and come individually wrapped, just as they were offered in arcades across Japan. The set includes both mobile suits and pilot figures, all perfect to keep your locking gear in check. Each one packaged with a header showing the whole collection. Each PVC figure measures up to 2½" wide and 1½" tall. (133/KR63) Keychain Set (x7) $33.25 JAPANESE TOY PUBLICATIONS AURA BATTLER DUNBINE 3-D MODELING MANUAL The classic anime series, Aura Battler Dunbine is currently enjoying a resurgence in popularity in Japan, and with the re-release of the many Bandai model kits (originally produced in the 80s), this photo-filled manual shows the insect-like biomechanical robots of the series in various incarnations, including some impressive scratch-built designs! Includes a fold-out color poster. Includes original anime design sketches, CGI, and more! Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-1727-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 118pg, PC $46.99 DENGEKI HOBBY JUNE 2001 This magazine features illustrated articles on scratch-building and customizing model kits of robots, figures, military vehicles, and more. Also covered are current toy releases from the U.S. and Japan, convention coverage, and more! Japanese text. Monthly. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 290pg, PC $15.99 FIGURE KING ENCYCLOPEDIA #43 The latest issue covering American and Japanese figures, toys, and various premium/crane toy items. Each issue is jam-packed with the latest release information, plus interviews, anime reviews, figures, and more! Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, FC $18.99 GANGU JINSEI #3 Gangu Jinsei ("Toy Life") is an all-new magazine devoted to new and classic toys, each issue filled with photos of the latest Japanese releases, as well as classic lines. Each issue features an incredible mix of both new and classic kaiju (monster), tokusatsu (live-action hero), sentai (team), and robot toy features! This issue features an overview of Godzilla vinyl figures, and a look at classic Popy toy catalogs of the 70s! Japanese text. (7819/T1104528021601) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 100pg, PC $31.99 HOBBY JAPAN MAY 2001 The key source for modeling in Japan (where the art of model kit building and customizing has reached an art form in itself), Hobby Japan covers almost every aspect of modeling in every issue. Filled with hundreds of full-color pictures and illustrations. Japanese text. (544) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 7x10, 400pg, PC $14.99 HYPER HOBBY VOLUME 30 Japan's monthly magazine on toys, models, and collectibles! Packed with full-color pictures of the latest and greatest toy releases from some of Japan's favorite manufacturers. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 138pg, FC $13.00 MODEL GRAPHIX JUNE 2001 A monthly Japanese magazine for modeling fans. Tons of cool super car and robot models. Now available through Previews every month! Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8.5x11.5, 168pg, PC $15.99 SOUL OF CHOGOKIN II SC Get the lowdown on the latest die-cast toys releases from 1997 through 2000 in this pic-filled guide book. You'll find everything from Super Robots, Kamen Riders, Ultraman, Power Rangers/Sentai, and much more! It's a Japanese toy yearbook unlike any other! Japanese text. (7819/4-19-720136-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 115pg, FC $33.99 THE COLLECTION #1 This is the debut issue of The Collection, a new Japanese magazine dedicated to anime and character collectibles both new and classic. This issue features a look at Kamen Rider Kuuga, Bio-Hazard/Resident Evil collectibles, movie-related items, classic tin, and the latest figures, toys, and premium/prize items. Japanese text. (7819/4-7669-3680-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 112pg, PC $25.99 TOKYO ROBOT NEWS #6 This issue counts 'em down: the Top Twenty robots of Japan… live-action, anime, manga… they're all here! Also, a look at Zeiram creator Keita Amamiya's latest hit, the giant robot series Mikazuki! Plus, original robot manga, robot anime design drawings, and full-color photos of the latest robot toys, models, and collectibles from Japan! If it has anything to do with Japanese robots, you'll find it in Toyko Robot News! Japanese text. (7819/4-7669-381-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 100pg, PC $23.99 MAGAZINES ANIMAGE #275 Animage is an excellent source for all the latest news on Japanese anime. Each issue is packed with full-color and black-and- white pages, giving you the latest scoops on the hottest anime around. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $11.99 ANIME MONO CATALOG: ANIMEDIA YEARBOOK 2001 Animedia presents their annual year-end roundup of related merchandise items for popular Japanese anime shows. Features such goods as models, trading cards, arcade prizes, videos, CD-Roms, CD's, laser discs, DVD's, video games, and much more. Spotlights items from such series as Love Hina, Genso Maiden Saiyuki, Card Captor Sakura, Sakura Wars, Ah! My Goddess, Digi Charat, Gate Keepers, Infinite Ryvius, Cowboy Bebop, and Tri-Zenon. Includes a color two-sided foldout poster. Japanese text. (8193/4-05-0602448-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 120pg, PC $21.99 AX ANIMATION MAGAZINE FROM TOKYO JUNE 2001 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. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $13.99 COMICKERS QUARTERLY #27 Comickers is dedicated to and for aspiring Japanese comic artists, and includes numerous insights for those interested in the various technical aspects of manga art. Japanese text. (8193/T1107612021207) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 192pg, PC $25.99 DENGEKI ANIMATION MAGAZINE JUNE 2001 This expanded monthly publication offers an informative look into the latest anime programs and SFX from Japan. Also includes a serialized manga story. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $12.99 MONTHLY COMIC DRAGON JUNE 2001 Here's a new monthly manga anthology featuring some of the most exciting manga stories around today! Read the latest stories such as Olfina by Kitsune Tennoji, Tenchi Muyo!, Ranto Mashoroku, and more. Printed on traditional multi-colored paper in black-and-white (and some full-color pages), each issue averages about 400 pages. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 7x10 $12.50 NEWTYPE JUNE 2001 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. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $10.99 SHONEN ACE MAGAZINE JUNE 2001 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 black-and-white (and some full-color pages), each issue averages about 500 pages. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $8.99 MAGAZINES (ADULT) All Adult Magazines feature Japanese text and are: (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. BUG BUG CG JUNE 2001 $14.99 LEMON CLUB JUNE 2001 $7.99 PA PI PO JUNE 2001 $8.99 PENGUIN CLUB JUNE 2001 $8.99 APPAREL ANIME TEES: "HOOD WINKED" T-SHIRT Not the usual occupant of your average parking lot. This must be the model with the "go faster" stripes! Sure looks like it's ready to take you for a ride, if only you can get that girl off the hood! Another excellent, 100% black cotton tee combining Italian design with Japanese longing. (133/DRBR03) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES L-XL $17.99 BESERK: "OUTCOME AWAITS" T-SHIRT It seems that both good and evil are awaiting the outcome of the battle as Guts wields Dragon Killer past the very edges of your chest in his constant fight against the God Hand from Kentaro Miura's brutal manga, here depicted in a full-frontal design! Wear it while you battle with the video game Sword of the Beserk: Guts' Rage. Full-color image on a black, 100% cotton T- shirt. (133/NUTS111) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.99 DRAGONBALL WATCH #6 The second of the water/shock resistant watches in this great series. Shown here in all its glorious full-color window box packaging, this is a full-sized watch with a 9" clear strap, illustrated face, and bright red second hand… so Goku can tick you off! Hands and second hand can be seen in the dark. (133/DBW06) (CAUT: 4) Watch $24.99 SAMURAI TROOPERS: "STAND FIRM" T-SHIRT Equipped with their mystical armor, the five young men known as the Samurai Troopers (known in the U.S. as Ronin Warriors) stand their ground on this 100% cotton, black tee. (133/NUTS113) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.99 STONE ALTAR DRAGON T-SHIRT Even dragons make sacrifices. Only, in their case, they tend to be quite bloody! This design is filled with evil and malice depicted in no less than 14 colors –– many of them red! This is a black shirt you must see to believe! (133/NUFF01) L-XL $17.99 MERCHANDISE ASTRO BOY CHARM KEYCHAINS These charming miniature figures of Osamu Tezuka's Astro Boy strike six of the best poses as they look after your keys –– either singly or collectively! These are lovingly rendered depictions of the young robot boy –– you can even count the eyelashes! (133/KR76) (CAUT: 4) Keychain SRP: $2.99Ea. ASTRO BOY DVD HOLDER CDs weren't around when Tezuka first started drawing Astro Boy in the early 1960s, but you can bet Astro Boy's inventor knew all about them! This CD/DVD holder displays the making of Astro Boy and family on a clear plastic cover printed over with six double pockets for your CDs inside. (133/MM428) (CAUT: 4) CD Holder $7.99 GODZILLA FOIL STICKER SETS The world's largest and scariest reptile terrorizes on these foil stickers. Each set features four different stickers, including scenes of Godzilla wreaking havoc or Japanese poster art. (4632) (CAUT: 4) SET 1 (GE2021) $3.50 SET 2 (GE2022) $3.50 SET 3 (GE2023) $3.50 TOKIMEKI MEMORIAL TWO-SIDED UNDERLAY SET These laminated pencil boards are modeled after the very popular Konami dating simulation video game. They have an image of a different character on each side. Each measures 7¼" x 10". Set contains three underlays; two images per underlay. (42) Set (x3) $16.50 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION NEON GENESIS EVANGELION LENTICULAR KEYCHAINS These two sided keychains feature a lenticular scen from Neon Genesis Evangelion on one side, and two panels featuring color art on the back. A metal key chain is attached to both. (888/EVAKH001) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Orders will be filled randomly with various colors and styles. Keychains $4.50Ea. NEON GENESIS EVANGELION TRANSPARENT MUGS Now you can enjoy your favorite beverage in one of these lightweight 8oz plastic mugs, featuring a stand-out NERV crest and Neon Genesis Evangelion logo. (888/EVACC001) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Orders will be filled randomly with different colors. Mugs SRP: $7.99Ea. POSTCARDS AQUA MIZUTO POSTCARD BOOK This postcard book features shojo manga illustrations from Aqua Mizuto! She writes manga for girls, and the stories generally have cute, funny, loveable characters, with the plots revolving around female-related topics like love and friendship, and adventure. Contains 16 full-color postcards, featuring artwork from Milk Crown and Milk Crown H (originally serialized in the pages of Shocomi magazine). Minimal Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Postcard Book, 4x6, FC $11.99 MATI KLAEWEIN OVER-SIZED POSTCARD SET 1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (133/BPMK01) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. Warehouse find — conditions may vary. ADULT MATERIAL Set, 6x8½ $7.50 MAYU SHINJO POSTCARD BOOK Delight your friends by sending them a postcard featuring the artwork of Mayu Shinjo. The Japanese author writes shojo manga (girls' manga) for older girls, always starring a hunk of a hero. Or, if you can't bear to part with any of these 16 postcards, then just keep them for yourself! Minimal Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Postcard Book, 4x6, FC $11.99 RODNEY MATTHEWS OVERSIZED POSTCARD SET 2 Time has not yet worn the delight in seeing Rodney Matthews' imaginative and creative fantasy artwork gracing these oversized postcards from the innovative British company, Big O. They have rested dormant in a warehouse for years… but Matthews' work stands out now, as in the 70s, as amongst the most stimulating fantasy art ever to have been produced. Every picture tells a story, and here you have six endless stories told with Matthews' timeless skill and beauty. Set includes "Warriors from the Sky," "Twelve Towers at Dawn," "Contemplation," "On Leathern Wings," "Sentinel Peaks," and "The Leavetaking." (133/BPRM02) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Warehouse find — conditions may vary. Set (x6), 8½x6, FC $7.50 VIRGIL FINALY GREETING CARD SET 2 It was at the turn of another decade –– from the war-torn 40s to the rock & roll 50s –– that Virgil Finlay produced these wonderfully detailed black-and-white drawings. His style and technique were well ahead of his contemporaries, and time has not diluted our appreciation of his imaginative work. In this second series of cards from a recent warehouse find, a slightly darker side of Finlay's genius is portrayed on these 6" x 8" greeting cards. They're printed on heavy weave card stock, and open up double size to a blank interior! Set contains "Ishtar – Women within the Bubbles" (1949), "Ishtar – Sharane Beneath the Veils" (1949), "Black Butterflies" (1949), "The Dwellers in the Mirage" (1949), "The Time Machine" (1950), "Drink We Deep" (1951), and "Full Moon" (1953). (133/BPVF02) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Warehouse find — conditions may vary. MATURE AUDIENCES Set (x7), 6x8, FC $8.75 YUMI TAMURA POSTCARD BOOK Yumi Tamura is best known for her incredibly popular 27-volume manga Basara. In her works, Yumi Tamura explores the motivations that govern life, death and war. The beautiful artwork from Yumi Tamura's mangas has been collected in this postcard book! Contains 16, full-color postcards. Minimal Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES Postcard Book, 4x6, FC $11.99 YUU WATASE POSTCARD BOOK From the acclaimed creator of Fushigi Yuugi comes this postcard book, featuring art from Yuu Watase's shojo mangas on 16 different, full-color postcards! Minimal Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) Postcard Book, 4x6, FC $11.99 TRADING CARDS DRAGONBALL Z PART 3 FOIL STICKERS The third in the series of imported Dragonball Z foil stickers are here! There are a total of 24 styles of DBZ prismatic stickers featuring Goku, Gohan, and the rest of the Z fighters! One could even be a Gold Limited Edition sticker! Two prismatic foil stickers per pack. (4632/GE22019) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Pack (x2) MSRP: $2.99Ea. MACROSS PERFECT COLLECTION CARDS This stunning trading card series presents anime cel and design art from the classic anime series, Macross, produced by Studio Nuo in 1982, and featuring the designs of Yasuhiko Yoshikazu. 10 cards per pack. 15 packs per box. (544/16319) (CAUT: 4) Pack PI TRADING CARDS COOL COLLECTIBLES DR WHO: THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION RARE BOX TOPPER CHASE SET This stunning collection of 12 different, full-color 5" x 7" box topper Chase cards showcases all 8 Dr. Who's actors (William Hartnell, Patrick Troughton, Jon Pertwee, Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, and Paul McGann) , plus other supporting characters of the popular long-running BBC TV series and Fox telemovie. (CAUT: 4) Set (x12) PI NEW OLIVIA MODELS REGULAR AND CHASE CARD SET COLLECTION Showcasing the provocative, sensual allure that is Olivia's internationally renowned trademark, this 72-card set printed on deluxe 24pt. stock features never-before-seen works and simply ravishing models who continue to inspire her brushstrokes. Also included in this exclusive offering is the set of 6 rare, randomly inserted Chase Cards initially inserted in packs of the new Olivia Models trading card series. (HG03102) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Set (x78) PI OFFICIAL OUTER LIMITS ORIGINAL REPRINT COLLECTION "There is nothing wrong with your television set. You are about to participate in a great adventure. You are about to experience the awe and mystery which reaches from the inner mind to THE OUTER LIMITS!" Those few chilling words, when first heard on September 16, 1963, introduced what many consider the best anthology series of its kind to American audiences. Now's your opportunity to stray to The Outer Limits with this Reprint Collection Set of 50 full-color glossy cards, originally issued in 1964, capturing the fascinating essence of this cult-classic Sci-Fi television series. Plus, a bonus Outer Limits Reprint Wrapper Card, and the official Premium 4-Card Set featuring full-color, high-gloss, 5" x 7" images from "Man from Tomorrow," "The Mind Stealer," "Not of This World," and "Fangs of Death," is also included. Limited to 5,000 individually serial numbered sets! (CAUT: 4) Set (x55) PI STAR TREK: ORIGINAL SERIES SEASON 1 TRADING CARD WAX BOX Originally released in 1997 by Skybox, this series boasts a full, 90-card set, plus added inserts as Character Log cards, Behind- The-Scene cards, Profile cards, and rare Commemorative Gold Plaque cards. Additionally, rare Autographed cards from such renowned First Season Episode actors and actresses as Stewart Moss and Madlyn Rhue are also randomly inserted. (CAUT: 4) Box PI STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION EPISODES SEASON II COLLECTION SET & ALBUM Detailing every episode of The Next Generation's second season, this 96-card set documents the 22 episodes, plus two nine- card subsets highlight both Troi and Riker, as well as forming an episodic mural, all collected in a commemorative album. (CAUT: 4) Card/Binder Set PI THE X-FILES: SEASON 4 & 5 PREMIUM CARD SET This 90-card set highlights images, characters, and profiles from previously unreleased episodes of the X-Files Season 4 and 5. Each card is jam-packed with information, featuring episode synopses, behind-the-scenes spotlights, and comprehensive details on the X-Files mythos. Also included with this set are 2 Special Bonus X-Files Season 4 & 5 Promo Cards, #P1 & #P2. (CAUT: 4) Set (x92) PI THE X-FILES: SEASON 4 & 5 I WANT TO BELIEVE CHASE CARD SET For those who truly "Want To Believe." Originally offered as a selection of rare cards randomly inserted throughout the series, this 3-card Special Foil-Puzzle set is collected for the first time, capturing the eerie ambience of the X-Files. (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) PI XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS SEASON 4 & 5 REGULAR SET Gabrielle in Hades! Callisto Reborn! Archangels! Lost Memories! Broken Chakrams! Xena Pregnant! The dawn of Eve! Just a taste of what awaits you in this exciting 72-card set collecting popular images, characters, and events from Season 4 & 5 of Xena: Warrior Princess. (CAUT: 4) Set (x72) PI XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS SEASON 4 & 5 CHASE SETS What do you get when you combine Allies, Enemies, and a Warrior Bard? An incredible series of chase sets, that's what! Now's your chance to add to your collection these rare cards originally offered as 3 unique levels of random inserts in the initial Xena Season 4 & 5 series. Assembled together for your convenience is the 9-card Allies, 6-card Enemies, and 9-card Warrior Bard set, capturing Gabrielle in her exhilarating best! (CAUT: 4) Set (x24) PI SPORTS CARDS AUTHENTIC IMAGES MARK MCGWIRE 500TH HOME RUN 24KT GOLD SIGNATURE COLLECTIBLE The Mark McGwire 500th Home Run 24kt Gold Signature Collectible features the August 5, 1999 action photo of Big Mac as he reached yet another milestone in his historic baseball career. Highlighted by a genuine 24 Karat Gold facsimile signature of Mark McGwire scribed on the card front, each collectible is individually numbered from a limited edition of only 25,000 worldwide, and comes encased in a protective acrylic holder with a display stand, packaged in a gift box. Card measures 5 ½" x 3". (CAUT: 4) Card SRP: $19.95 FLEER OFFERED AGAIN O/A FLEER 2000-2001 TRADITION NBA CARDS Continuing the "tradition", this series consists of an all-inclusive 300-card set featuring 206 regular cards, 25 "Rookie Singles," 29 "Floating Head Team Checklists," and 20 "Unsung Heroes." Additional exceptional inserts include "Hardcourt Classics," "Courting History," "Rookie Retro," the popular "Vince Carter Rookie Remnants,", and "Rookie Genuine Coverage Nostalgic" cards featuring 16 of the top NBA draft picks with a swatch of an authentic NBA Throwback Jersey worn by the player. The series is mirrored by a "Sticker Parallel" set. 10 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. $1.49 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in U.S.A. and the U.K. (No PR) Box PI O/A FLEER 2000 GREATS OF THE GAME NFL CARDS Greats of the Game football returns with a star-studded lineup, which features "Game-Used Cards," "Coaches Corner," and "Rookie Cards" sequentially numbered to 1500, plus "Autographed Cards" showcasing more than 80 players, including 50 Hall of Famers, making it one of the largest collections of Hall of Famers available outside of Canton! 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. $4.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in U.S.A. and the U.K. (No PR) Box PI ********** FLEER 2001 EX MLB TRADING CARDS This lineup is loaded! Taking yet another E-Xceptional leap forward, E-X Baseball 2001 is sure to be a hit with fans and collectors alike. This year's release highlights "Behind the Numbers" (1:32)— featuring autographed jersey cards of 45 current and retired players as Ryan, Schmidt, and Jackson – and extremely rare Game-used wall cards, incorporating pieces of the outfield wall of Mark McGwire, Ken Griffey Jr, and more into the series (One per box!). Additional premiums include Game- worn jersey cards showcasing player's specific jersey numbers and rare, "Autographed Game-Worn Jersey" cards featuring 20 retired superstars, plus Rookie/Prospect autographed cards (1:97), and sequentially-numbered rookie/prospect cards (ranging from 1,999 to 2,999 of each player) It's all here in E-X Baseball 2001! 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. SRP: 4.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in U.S.A. and the U.K. (No PR) Box PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A FLEER 2001 FOCUS TRADITION MLB CARDS Look for the three-tiered "ROY Collection" honoring baseball's top rookies of all time, plus "ROY Collection Memorabilia" cards showcasing game-used items from the greatest Rookies of the Year, including Jackie Robinson, Johnny Bench, Thurmon Munson, Mike Piazza, Mark McGwire and more! Additional inserts and subsets include sequentially numbered "Prospects," "Batting Avg./ERA Parallel" cards, "BigInnings" VIP edition cards, and "Diamond Vision". 10 cards per pack. 24 cards per box. $2.99. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in U.S.A. and the U.K. (No PR) Box PI ************ FLEER 2001 GENUINE MLB CARDS Fleer 2001 Genuine Major League Baseball cards contain everything a collector can ask for in a set! With rare hobby-favorite "Genuine Coverage" and "Autographics PLUS" cards (either one per box), "Tip of the Cap" inserts showcasing the "Best of the Best," "Names of the Game" offering a sparkling roster of great veteran and contemporary players, 3 special die-cut inserts, 2-3 numbered rookies and memorabilia cards, not to mention the chance at "Fleer Genuine Memorabilia Redemption," baseball fans and collectors will be clamoring for this series! SRP per pack: $5.99. (CAUT 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside U.S.A.and the U.K. Box PI FLEER 2001 TRADITION WNBA CARDS Following the popular Tradition "retro" look, designed with a sense of nostalgia and printed on old-fashioned cardboard, Fleer 2001 Tradition WNBA cards add a traditional flare to a contemporary element. Comprising the largest, most comprehensive Women's National Basketball Association set ever produced, this 2001 series offers popular and innovative premiums as "Autographics" and rare "Redemption Cards" for uncut sheets and WNBA game tickets. 10 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. SRP: $1.49 per pack. (CAUT 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. the and U.K. Box PI HIGHLAND MINT CARL YASTREZEMSKI GAME WORN JERSEY PHOTO MINT FRAME The Highland Mint has acquired one of Yaz's last game worn road jerseys, and now you can own a piece of history too! Known to be one of his last uniforms worn at Yankee stadium verses the Bronx Bombers, each mounted piece of jersey is a single, square swatch measuring 1 ½" x 1 ½", showcased in a custom white and black double-mat, a glass inlaid panel and a 15" x 17" wood frame. Combined with a 24kt Gold Medallion plated on the official Highland Mint Authentic Game Used Coin, the Photo-Mint comes complete with a numbered and matted Certificate of Authenticity, as well as a color photo crafted of the Jersey on the back before it was cut into sections. Also available in a limited edition format featuring an 8" x 10" photo of Yaz at the plate in his classic batting stance, strictly limited to 500 individual units. (CAUT: 4) Card SRP: $119.95 NOMAR GARCIAPARRA GAME WORN JERSEY PHOTO MINT FRAME As he threatens to be the first player to hit .400 since Ted Williams, Nomar's value as a future Hall of Famer is rising. Highland Mint has acquired a piece of potential history, as each mounted piece of jersey is a single, square swatch measuring 1 ½" x 1 ½", showcased in a custom laser-cut red on white matting, a glass inlaid panel and a 12" x 15" wood frame. Combined with a 24kt Gold Medallion plated on the official Highland Mint Authentic Game Used Coin, the Photo-Mint comes complete with 2 Certificates of Authenticity, one prominently matted on the front, and a gold Highland Mint Seal etched on the back of each frame, accompanying a color photo of the Jersey crafted on the back before it was cut into sections. Accompanying this unique collector's item is an 8" x 10" photo featuring Nomar making one of his many spectacular defensive plays at shortstop. Strictly limited to 650 individual units. (CAUT: 4) Card SRP: $119.95 PETE ROSE GAME USED BAT PHOTO MINT FRAME Otherwise known as Charlie Hustle for the intensity and effort he gave every time he hit the field, Pete Rose holds 19 Major League records, among the most prominent being the All-Time Hit King with 4,256. The Game Used Bat, and H&B Pro Model 125, is dated 1965, the year in which he had 209 hits, a feat he would accomplish 9 more times. This extremely unique and rare collectible highlights a quarter-sized sliver taken from the original Signature Contract Bat, eloquently captured in a custom laser-cut red on white matting, a glass inlaid panel and a 12" x 15" wood frame. Combined with a 24kt Gold Medallion plated on the official Highland Mint Authentic Game Used Coin, the Photo-Mint comes complete with 2 Certificates of Authenticity, one prominently matted on the front, and a gold Highland Mint Seal etched on the back of each frame, accompanying a color photo of the Bat crafted on the back before it was cut into sections. Also, 3 different 8" x 10" photos featuring Pete Rose as a Cincinnati Red is offered to complement this exceptional collectable. Strictly limited to 400 individual units. (CAUT: 4) Card SRP: $119.95 SEIDMAN PRODUCTIONS, INC. 2001 BROWN'S BOXING CARDS SET The 2001 Brown's Boxing Card Set, released in conjunction with Seidman Productions, Inc., is projected to be its hottest selling set ever. The 88-card set, which is the company's 13th and also its biggest set ever, features great color photos of the current top fighters. Plus, as a bonus, each set contains one autographed card. Browns has printed twelve previous sets dating back to 1985, which gives them the distinction of being the longest current consecutive-running producer of boxing cards. Featured in the 2001 set are current and former champions, numerous world-rated fighters, many of today's pro prospects, and the rookie cards of eight 2000 Olympic fighters. The set includes: heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis; superstar Roy Jones, Jr.; English sensation Naseem Hamed; pound-for-pound champion Shane Mosley; top champions Floyd Mayweather Jr., Zab Judah, and Dariusz Michalczewski; popular Butterbean, "The King of the Four Rounders"; and many other outstanding fighters. Also featured are two old-time heavyweight greats – Jack Johnson and Jess Willard – as part of Brown's ongoing former heavyweight champions series. The face of the cards sport vibrant color photos, and pertinent information including their bio and pro record is printed on the back. Set PI TOPPS BOWMAN 2001 MLB CARDS Bowman Baseball, the "Home of the Rookie Card" from The Topps Company, opens the 2001 season with an exciting card series. Combined with 140 top veteran stars, including 300 specially selected rookies and prospects with Foil colors differentiating "Veterans and Prospects/Rookies," the 440-card base set is mirrored by rare Bowman Gold cards, one each inserted per pack. Additional highlights include Rookie Reprints from 1948-55, rare "Autographed Memorabilia" and "Rookie Reprints," 2 tiers of "Autographed Proofs" (current and retired players), 3 tiers of "Future Game Memorabilia/Autograph" cards, "Rookie of the Year" dual jersey cards, "Autographed Box Loaders," and redemption cards for "Autographed Prospect Game Baseballs." 24 packs per box. SRP: $3.00 per pack. (316-01H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI TOPPS 2001 CHROME MLB SERIES II CARDS Created in shimmering chrome technology and Refractor parallel, Topps Chrome reinvents the Topps base set and dazzles with its updated photography, new insert sets and sequentially numbered rookie cards. Series II continues the tradition of excellence with this selection of 330 18pt. finished Chrome stock cards highlighting 265 veterans, 30 Team Photos, 25 "Draft Picks & Prospects," and 10 "Golden Moments." Additionally, notable inserts include 5 "Topps Originals Chrome," 5 "Originals Refractor," 3 "King of Kings" with mirrored Standard and Golden Edition Refractors, 10 "Topps Combos" influenced by the 1959 design, 10 "Combo Refractors," 10 "What Could've Been" with matching Refractors noting the top Negro League players, and 10 "Before There Was Topps" standards and Refractor cards featuring the best players before Topps' entrance into baseball. 24 packs per box. SRP: $3.00 per pack. (866-012H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A.and Puerto Rico only. Box PI TOPPS 2001 GOLD LABEL MLB CARDS Every sports fan and collector wants to possess the best of their sport. Topps Gold Label, the Gold Standard of cards, captures each preeminent player on its elegant, double-photo, gold-stamped card! With a base set of 115 players (100 Veteran and 15 True Rookies), showcasing 3 unique variations of each player, and reflected by a Parallel Set utilizing a brilliant, gold sparkle texture, this 2001 series is truly worth its weight in gold! Popular inserts include "Gold Fixtures" and "Timeless Treasures" (Relic/Autograph Cards), as well as "One on One" rares cast in a red sparkle texture (115 in all). 24 packs per box. M $5.00 per pack. (924-01H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI TOPPS 2001 FACTORY HOBBY MLB SET Included in this 2001 Factory Hobby Major League Baseball 810-count card set based off the 50th Anniversary release of Series 1 & 2, you'll find 660 Regular, and 150 rare subset cards. The subsets are broken down as follows: 30 "Manager Cards" (Series 1), 30 "Team Photo Cards" (Series 2), 7 "Post-Season Highlights Cards" (Series 1), 8 "League Leaders" (Series 1), 50 "Draft Picks and Prospects" (25 each from both Series 1 & 2), 5 "Season Highlights Cards" (Series 1), and 20 "Golden Moments" (10 each from Series 1 & 2) (996-01H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box SRP: $54.99 TRILLENIUM MINT BALTIMORE RAVENS AND NEW YORK GIANTS TMX CHAMPIONS CARDS In the wake of the confrontational clash of The Super Bowl, the divisional champions AFC Baltimore Ravens and NFC New York Giants are commemorated in this limited-edition collectible format. Each team is represented in 2,000 individually- numbered team cards, and are ultrasonically welded in a protective clear case. Cast in thin metal holographic film, the image captures the pure essence of the team and its most prominent players. Measures 4" x 5". (CAUT: 4) BALTIMORE RAVENS CARD SRP: $34.95 NEW YORK GIANTS CARD SRP: $34.95 SUPER BOWL XXXV CARD SRP: $34.95 PEYTON MANNING CRYSTAL FX COLLECTOR CARD After setting NFL rookie records for completions (326), attempts (575), yards (3,739), and breaking a 50-year-old mark for touchdowns (26) and consecutive games with a touchdown pass (13), Quarterback Peyton Manning is destined for the Hall of Fame. Etched by using a proprietary process photo image on crystal prominently displayed on a clear base, and strictly limited to 2,000 individually-numbered units, this crystal card commemorating his athletic excellence and professional achievements is a hallmark to his road to football glory. Measures 4" x 5". (CAUT: 4) Card SRP: $79.95 UP FRONT SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT STARS OF THE CENTURY MLB 3D POP UPS The newest, most original look on the collector market today, Star of the Century PopUp cards boast a unique 3D feel, enhanced by holographic foils. The most prominent Hall of Fame and superstar players of Major League Baseball history lead the forefront of this extraordinary, patented 3D collection, showcasing such immortal standouts as Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Ty Cobb, as well as living legends "Yogi," "The Duke," "Ryan," and "Seaver." Autographed Real Action PopUp Cards and Baseballs are randomly inserted throughout the series (1:720), and subsets focus on such "Alumni Association Hall of Fame" members as Nolan Ryan, Tom Seaver, and Willie Stargell, "Cooperstown Collection," denoting such talents as Lou Brock, Brooks Robinson, and Don Drysdale, "Greats of the Game" players as Bucky Dent, Sparky Lyle, and luis Tiant, and "Nostalgic Stars of the Century" Ty Cobb, Jackie Robinson, and Babe Ruth. 5 PopUps per pack. 36 packs per box. SRP: $3.50 per pack. (CAUT: 4) Box PI UPPER DECK COMPANY UPPER DECK 2001 MIDSUMMER CLASSIC EDITION II MLB CARDS Formerly known as the Game Jersey Edition, the Midsummer Classic takes the Upper Deck brand to an all-new level. Consisting of 180 cards, the basic set is liberally peppered with inserts dominated by a number of game-used insert sets. Look for Signed "UD Game Jerseys" (1:288), "Subway Series Game Jersey 2000 World Series" (1:144), "All-Star Heroes Game Jerseys" of the past (1:144), "1971 All-Star Game Salute Game Jerseys" (1:288), "Big League Challenge Game Jerseys" (1:288), and "Game-Used Ball" cards (1:288), plus rare UD Game Jersey Patch cards (1:5,000) and the popular e-Card (1:11). 8 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI UPPER DECK 2000-2001 SP GAME FLOOR NBA CARDS The ultimate set for any fan of NBA game-used memorabilia, the premiere edition of SP Game Floor consists of a 90-card base set showcasing 30 rookies numbered to only 300 each! In addition, every pack will contain one game-used card! The breakdown is as follows: "Authentic Floor" cards (1:1), "Authentic Floor Combo" cards (1:15), "Autographed Authentic Floor" cards (numbered to 200), and "Authentic Fabric/Floor Combo" cards (1:15). Look for "Special Edition Authentic Floor Combo" cards (numbered to 100) and "Authentic Floor/Fabric Combo" cards (numbered to 25), as each series parallels their regular combo counterparts. 3 cards per pack. 16 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A.and Puerto Rico only. Box PI UPPER DECK 2001 LEGENDS NBA CARDS The place to come to NBA's greatest former and current players is Upper Deck Legends NBA Basketball. 2001's set highlights 90 greats, plus new to this year's edition is the addition of "Future Legends Trading Cards." These 42 unique cards are individually numbered and are redeemable for the 2001 NBA Draft Pick that is chosen at the draft position listed on the card! Also look for the introduction of the "Fiorentino Collection" 15-card subset (1:15), as well as "Legendary Jersey" cards (1:23), "Legendary Signatures" (1:71), "Legendary Floor" cards (1:23), and signed versions of both inserts, numbered to 100 (Floor) and 25 (Jersey). 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI UPPER DECK 2001 MVP NFL CARDS The most power-packed, value-filled base brand product on the market just got better with 2001 MVP Football! 2001 features a more comprehensive basic set (330 cards), as well as an upgraded insert lineup. Look for "College Jersey Cards" featuring swatches of many of the NFL's best college-worn jerseys (1:144)(Hobby Only!), plus autographed versions numbered to 25. "MVP Souvenirs" returns at a much-improved ratio (1:48), and features pieces of game-used footballs, as well as signed versions numbered to 25. In addition, keep an eye open for "Authentic Peyton," featuring a multitude of different Peyton Manning game-used items as jersey cards, ball cards, sideline cap cards, autograph cards, and many others (1:288).10 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI UPPER DECK 2001 SP GAME-USED MLB CARDS Following in the footstep of its predecessors with one game-used card per pack, SP Game-Used Baseball offers collectors equal incentive, highlighting 42 different jersey cards, with ultra-rare signed variants numbered to 25, as well as two-player jersey cards numbered to 50, and three-player cards numbered to 25. Additionally, every display box contains one "Joe DiMaggio Authentic Pinstripes" bonus pack hobby exclusive, in which collectors can find DiMaggio bat, cut signature, and rare combo jersey Joe / Dom DiMaggio cards. 3 cards per pack. 10 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in U.S.A. and Puerto Rico only. Box PI UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED NBA MINI CARD CLIPS Cast in durable injection plastic, these full-color mini trading card clips showcasing the premiere players in the National Basketball Association, are the perfect tag-along for backpacks, belt loops, and key rings. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available in the U.S.A.and Puerto Rico only. ALLEN IVERSON — Clip SRP: $5.00 CHRIS WEBBER — Clip SRP $5.00 KOBE BRYANT — Clip SRP $5.00 VINCE CARTER — Clip SRP $5.00 NON-SPORTS CARDS ARTBOX ENTERTAINMENT OFFERED AGAIN O/A POWERPUFF GIRLS CARDS Evil never sleeps in the big city of Townsville, not even during nap time. Join Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup in their battle against the forces of badness and all that is wrong in the world. Don't miss the girl's greatest hits and battles against the likes of the Mojo Jojo and the evil Roach King, all before bedtime, in this 72-card trading card series featuring 12 randomly inserted foil cards and enough punch to daze the most stalwart of baddies! 6 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (14570) Box PI ************** POWERPUFF GIRLS SAVING THE WORLD BEFORE BEDTIME SERIES II CARDS Armed with incredible powers accidentally bestowed upon them by their creator Professor Utonium, the Powerpuff Girls are three of the cutest crime-busting superheroes you'll ever see! Filled with Powerpuff attitude and action, this new 72-card series brings the baddies Gangreen Gang, Fuzzy Lumpkins, and Sedusa to challenge our Pint-sized powerhouses as they continue to save the world before bedtime! Also to add some serious punch to your Powerpuff Girls collection, randomly inserted Motion Cardz (1 per pack) are introduced, as well as randomly inserted Special Bonus cards to keep you on your dainty toes. 5 standard cards and 1 Motion Card per pack. 24 packs per box. (15000) (CAUT: 4) Box PI POWERPUFF GIRLS SUPER COLLECTION ALBUM The new Powerpuff Girls trading card set is filled with all kinds of great images of Blossom, Buttercup and Bubbles as they battle the forces of sheer badness in the city of Townsville. Now, you can capture them all and keep 'em safe from the villainy in this handy full-color album filled with high-quality, 4-pocket sheets with enough room to store all 72 cards and all the special Motion Cardz as well! (14810) (CAUT: 4) Album PI COMIC IMAGES OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROCK SOLID: THE PEOPLE'S TRADING CARDS Rock Solid: The People's Trading Card series is a 72-card series devoted entirely to the most electrifying superstar in sports entertainment today — The Rock! This series presents a biographical look at The Rock from his early years through his current reign atop the pop-culture popularity charts. Printed on 24-pt. stock, this series includes six randomly inserted holo-foil cards, "all time match" chase cards, and randomly inserted autographed cards. 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (49050) (CAUT: 4) Box PI *************** SLAYERS PREMIERE COLLECTORS CARDS Already an anime sensation on home video, with scheduled U.S. syndication later this year, this 72-card series introduces little Lina Inverse, the fireball-throwing sorceress who steals from the rich and mostly keeps it for herself! On the road to fame, fortune, and food, she joins with Gourry, a handsome young swordsman who's as loyal as man's best friend, but not quite as smart. Throw in a princess and a golem/human/demon compatriot, and you have the makings of a great, collectible trading card adventure. Three levels of chase cards, plus rare Autograph and foil cards, round out the series. 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (79050) (CAUT: 4) Box PI SLAYERS PREMIERE COLLECTORS DELUXE 3-RING BINDER Lina Inverse needs a place to call home, and this unique custom printed 3-ring binder packed with nine 9-pocket pages, plus an uncut 6-card press sheet, is the perfect place to keep her card series safe from the forces of evil that seek her out. SRP: $19.95 per binder. (79350) (CAUT: 4) Binder SRP: $19.95 ILLUSTRATION STUDIO OFFERED AGAIN O/A STEVE WORON FEMALE FANTASY TRADING CARDS Now at a lower price! Feel the enduring chill of a she-vampire's stare, taste the cold steel of a barbarian's broadsword, and experience the subtle allure of Betty Page with this set of 72 full-color, full-bleed, UV-coated trading cards from the mind and imagination of Steve Woron. Also: Look for randomly inserted Peek-a-Boo, foil-stamped, and rainbow prismatic cards. 8 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS Box PI O/A STEVE WORONS BETTY PAGE #1 & #2 REGULAR ART AND CARD PORTFOLIO Steve Woron's illustrative eye renders the pin-up queen in all her sensual, and titillating, allure. Set #1 highlights 8 alluring 6" x 9" black & white plates, while Set #2 offers seven sexy 6" x 9" black & white plates with an illustrated cover plate, each portfolio continuing Woron's Betty Page tradition. Also, Each set includes 3 full-color Betty trading cards, numbered and limited to 500. MATURE READERS #1 (BPG1R-Port) — Portfolio PI #2 (BPG2R-Port) — Portfolio PI *************** INKWORKS THE MUMMY RETURNS PREMIUM CARDS In 1999, audiences everywhere were swept away by the power, the mystery and the adventure of The Mummy. Now, the adventure is reborn! Inkworks announces the release of The Mummy Returns trading cards, based on the newest epic movie, arriving in theatres in May 2001. Brendan Fraser and the entire original cast are reunited, and are joined by WWF Superstar "The Rock" in the role of the Scorpion King! The sheer excitement of the movie is captured in this 90-card set, and incorporates behind-the-scenes coverage, character profiles, and, of course, The Rock, plus added incentives as three levels of bonus chase cards: "The Scorpion King" (9-card puzzle), "Sands of Time" (6-card sand-textured series), and "Pieceworks Cards" (2 specially-designed cards incorporating an actual piece of Brendan Fraser and The Rock's costumes worn in the movie). Also, limited-edition Scorpion King promo cards are sealed in each display box. With all the excitement brewing, The Mummy Returns Trading Cards will Rock! 8-cards per pack. 36 packs per box. (11920) (CAUT: 4) Box PI THE MUMMY RETURNS PREMIUM COLLECTORS ALBUM Even though The Mummy has returned to exact vengeance upon those who sought to imprison him, he can't escape having his images from The Mummy Returns trading card series captured in the confines of this special collectible album, with plenty of card sleeves to keep the entire set, chase cards, and his eternal wrath, entombed. (11930) (CAUT: 4) Album PI THE MUMMY RETURNS SCORPION KING UNCUT FOIL MINI PRESS SHEET Thousands of years ago, the Scorpion King led his army against the city of Thebes but was badly defeated. On the brink of death, he made a pact with Anubis, the god of the dead, to spare his life. With his soul now owned by Anubis, and his body transformed into a half-man/half-scorpion, the Scorpion King conquered Thebes and became the first pharaoh of Egypt. Or, so the story goes. Now, with the onset of "The Rock's" portrayal of this mythic character on-sceen in the much-anticipated sequel to The Mummy, Inkworks offers us an exciting view with this 9-card Uncut Foil Mini Press Sheet, sequentially numbered and limited to 500 units. SRP: $69.95 per uncut sheet. (11925) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $69.95 MOTHER PRODUCTIONS MOTHERS MAIDENS LIMITED EDITION CARD SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Set PI NOVEL TOY CARDCAPTORS LASER CUT CLOW BOOK CARD COLLECTOR ALBUM DISPLAY Help Sakura, the adorable Cardcaptor, keep the demons in check by capturing images from her card series in these collector albums. These detailed, laser-cut Clow Books contain durable vinyl pages with metal snap closures, able to hold 24 trading cards, and feature the popular Clow icon on the face. (00138) (CAUT: 4) Album Display PI RITTENHOUSE ARCHIVES THE FIRST WAVE PREVIEW SET Reformed thief Cade Foster discovers that aliens are among us in the form of genetic clones, intent on enslaving the population. Pursued by the police and a mysterious government agent, Foster discovers the quatrains of Nostradamus, which tells of three waves which will destroy the planet, unless a "twice blessed man" can stop them. Aided by a quirky cyber- journalist, Foster investigates strange occurrences which have ties to Nostradamus' quatrains, hoping to find what he needs to forestall the aliens' plans. Now, you can get an insiders look at First Wave with this 6-card preview set collecting images from the popular SciFi Channel series. (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $12.00 THE WOMEN OF STAR TREK VOYAGER TRIFEX CARDS Captain Kathryn Janeway (Kate Mulgrew), B'Elanna Torres (Roxann Dawson), Kes (Jennifer Lien), Seven of Nine (Jeri Ryan), Seska (Martha Hackett). This stellar cast of women are at the forefront of the Star Trek: Voyager Universe. Women of strength, character, determination, a spirit of wonder, and undeniable beauty. And now, they're yours to admire at your leisure with this new Trifex card series. Printed on Heavy Laminated, Holofoil Card Stock with Gold Foil Stamping and Dual Photography on every card front, the initial 72-card is certain to entice a favorable eye. Additionally, bonus inserts include 9 "Galaxy Class Cards" (1:3), 9 "Reflecti-fex Cards" (1:10), and 9 "ARTifex Cards", featuring original artwork created especially for the series (1:5), plus rare "ARTifex Sketch Cards" showcasing personally hand-drawn, original sketches rendered by the artists (1:120). And, to seriously bait you into a collectable frenzy, rare "From the Archives" Costume and Hand-Signed Autograph Cards will be included in every box! Limited to a sequentially-numbered production run of 8,000 units. 6-cards per pack. 20 packs per box. SRP: $4.00 per pack. (CAUT: 4) Box PI THE WOMEN OF STAR TREK VOYAGER TRIFEX OFFICIAL COLLECTORS ALBUM This custom-designed album is specially made to store the entire Women of Star Trek Voyager Trifex collection of cards. Each album comes complete with 12 plastic card sheets, plus a Bonus Autograph card (TBA) exclusive to this album. Limited to a production of 1, 500 albums. (CAUT: 4) Album PI STELLAR COLLECTIBLES PLAYBOY 2001 WET AND WILD COLLECTOR CARDS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL BOX PI PREMIUM SET PI STANDARD SET PI COMIC IMAGES CENTRAL PARK MEDIA ANIME PIN-UP BEAUTIES: YELLOW T-SHIRT So much for skipping class! These innocent looking schoolgirls will make your heart race! Anime pin-up beauties make a beauty of this yellow shirt! (59/10505) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 CHAOS! COMICS CHAOS! SHIELD T-SHIRT People will think twice before messing with you when you're wearing the Chaos! Shield black T-shirt. Enough to frighten the rest of your shirts out of your closet, this tee has an evil skull in front of a black background on the front. (59/10502) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 EVIL ERNIE T-SHIRT Evil doesn't even begin to describe Evil Ernie. But one look at this finely detailed black T-shirt and no words will be necessary at all. This Evil Ernie T-shirt depicts Ernie in a graveyard with knives and a wicked grin. (59/10504) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 SMILEY T-SHIRT No more Mr. Nice Guy! With bushy eyebrows, fangs, and a menacing look this number will let the world know you're happy for all the wrong reason! The black smiley face appears in front of cross bones on a white tee. (59/10501) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 COMPUTER SMILEY T-SHIRT You can't but help but to smile yourself when you lay your eyes upon this massive smiley face –– with a bullet through its head on this black T-shirt. See if smiling is contagious now! (59/10503) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 SQ PRODUCTIONS EVERLASTING T-SHIRT With its captivating artwork by Arantza, the Everlasting natural T-shirt captures an ancient Egyptian, seductively standing in front of a mummy's coffin with snakes standing guard on both sides. (59/10507) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 TRIBAL T-SHIRT This is one woman you don't want to mess with! This sexy warrior straddles a wooden paw while holding her sword, surrounded by skulls on long sticks. This Tribal gray tee by Fastner and Larson is dangerously titillating. (59/10506) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $20.95 APPAREL/GRAPHITTI DESIGNS Pending… APPAREL CARDCAPTOR SAKURA CARDCAPTOR 4 PACK RINGS You can't go outside without your finger wear. You'll feel naked! Perish the thought if you went out uncovered. After all, the detailed 3D Cardcaptor sculpted rings are practically symbiotic. They're adjustable to fit all sized fingers! And you've got 4 different characters to sport! (4838/00139) (CAUT: 4) Pack SRP: $3.50Ea. CARDCAPTOR LASER JEWELRY GIFT SET Now here's something classy. This bracelet and necklace set is adorned with detailed laser-cut pendants, and packaged in an attractive gift box, for that special someone. No self-respecting fan of the Cardcaptors should be caught without this jewelry! (4838/00140) (CAUT: 4) Set SRP: $6.50 CARDCAPTORS BONUS GIFT BOX Simply put, this gift box is an embarrassment of riches. Jam-packed with 3 3-D Sakura pendants, four 3-D sculpted finger rings, one crystal beaded bracelet, and two hair ornaments. And as if that weren't enough, there's also a bonus Clow collectible card holder! All you need to start and finish a collection of Cardcaptors goodies is right here! (4838/00141) (CAUT: 4) Box SRP: $6.50 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND FRANK MILLER "BLAM" T-SHIRT Marv says "Thanks." And now, so can you with this classic image from Frank Miller's first Sin City novel. Fight for your right to free speech alongside Marv, Miller, and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Black and white artwork, simple and powerful. On a black t-shirt, just as it should be. 100% cotton, 100% censorship-free. (8945) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $20.00 CROW PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CROW "I'M NOT DEAD" YET T-SHIRT This Previews Exclusive black shirt is a two-color, first edition of the new 2 Gun series by The Crow creator James O'Barr. (350) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CROW PIN This exclusive pin features a crow with striking detail, peering to its left. Makes a great fashion accessory to any dark ensemble! (350) (CAUT: 4) Pin $4.95 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CROW "VICTIMS AREN'T WE ALL" T-SHIRT A particular sinister image of The Crow by its creator, James O'Barr. This Previews Exclusive black shirt will have you looking sharp as a feather. (350) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 DC HEROES BATMAN FULL-SIZE BAT LOGO T-SHIRT Unless your name is Bruce Wayne, you can't be Batman. You can, however, be the next best thing: someone with a Batman shirt. This black t-shirt has the famous "bat" logo on the front, sure to steer the bad guys away from you. (7294/TL-288) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 GREEN LANTERN T-SHIRT The universally recognized symbol of the Green Lantern is featured on a green, one-sided t-shirt. Wear this one enough and you might be able to sneak into the Halls of Justice! (559/48-301-50) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SUPERMAN GOLD STUD JUNIOR SHORT-SLEEVE BABY TEE Here's a shirt designed with female fans of the "Man of Steel" in mind. This black, short sleeve "baby tee" has the Superman symbol drawn on the front in golden studs! One size fits all. (7294/SM-285) (CAUT: 4) Baby Tee $17.95 SUPERMAN LOGO ON SCARLET T-SHIRT The symbol of Krypton's finest is emblazoned on a bold, red t-shirt here. Perfect for fighting crime and looking good at the same time! (559/23-301-59) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z OFFERED AGAIN O/A DRAGONBALL Z BANDANAS Practice your fighting in style, and keep your hair out of your eyes with these awesome Dragonball Z bandanas. Full of action, color, and character, these bandanas make a great addition to your Dragonball Z collection! Available in four different styles! (6031) (CAUT: 4) Bandanas SRP: $4.50Ea. O/A DRAGONBALL Z NAVY VISOR Keep the hot sun out of your eyes by looking cool with this stylish, navy blue Dragonball Z visor. It features an action-packed picture of the brave Goku prepping for yet another thrilling rumble! To the left of the little hero is the "DBZ" logo and Japanese lettering. (6031/DB3908) Visor $14.00 ***************************************** DRAGONBALL Z BLUE FLAME T-SHIRT A Saiyan leaps into battle on this black shirt, with a cool design on the front and back, complete with Japanese lettering! (7296/DB408I1) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z SAIYAN POWER T-SHIRT Four Saiyans are staring you down from the front of this dazzling t-shirt. Don't make any sudden movements. This white shirt with crystalina ink is certain to make you the center of attention at any number of functions. (7296/DB407I1) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 G.I. JOE G.I. JOE ARMY GREEN PARACHUTE T-SHIRT Yo Joe! One of the Army's finest grunts is coming down to Earth with a parachute on the front of this patriotic green tee. G.I. Joe had the best action figures in the 80s, and the tradition of excellence continues with this shirt. (559/85-301-52) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 G.I. JOE RED, WHITE, & BLUE LOGO T-SHIRT This black t-shirt doesn't have anything it doesn't need. The G.I. Joe logo in red, white, and blue. Front and center. (559/85- 301-7) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 HE-MAN HE-MAN WITH AXE IN HAND T-SHIRT He-Man stands poised for action on the front of this blue t-shirt. He's got his shield at his feet, his battle axe in his hand, and a look on his face that ought to stop an enemy in his tracks. (559/37-301-2) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 MARVEL HEROES GHOST RIDER T-SHIRT The flaming skull on the front of this black shirt could only be one character: the seminal Ghost Rider, arguably the most mysterious hero ever in the Marvel Universe. His logo and face are featured here. (559/21-301-81) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SPIDER-MAN ALIEN COSTUME T-SHIRT The front and back of this black T-shirt are embossed with the twisted logo of the alien symbiote that Peter Parker briefly dallied with, who later joined with Eddie Brock to become Venom, Spider-Man's fiercest enemy! Take a walk on the dark side with this evil garment. (559/21-331-200) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 MOVIES & TV MTV JACKASS KNOXVILLE T-SHIRT The craziest show on television, MTV's Jackass, and its star Johnny Knoxville, are featured on this black T-shirt. A picture of Knoxville is on the front, with the name of the show on the back. (6358/4108) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.50 MTV JACKASS T-SHIRT A simple black T-shirt for an insane television show. The front of the shirt features the MTV logo along with the Jackass title. (6358/4083) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.50 SPONGEBOB "LEAVE MY BRAIN ALONE" CAP Spongebob Squarepants is one of the most popular shows on the Nickelodeon channel, and the title character is featured on this embroidered cap, with one of his catch-phrases. Wear this hat with pride. (6358/6681) (CAUT: 4) Cap $20.95 SPONGEBOB "LEAVE MY BRAIN ALONE" T-SHIRT The coolest sponge underwater these days, Spongebob Squarepants, is featured on the front of this hilarious T-shirt, with his head in his hands, stressed out as always. (6358/4122) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.50 MUSIC PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE MISFITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY JERRY ONLY BY LUKIC T-SHIRT A Previews Exclusive! In honor of the 25th anniversary of legendary horror-rock band The Misfits, this T-shirt features a picture of Jerry Only by Butch Lukic, (Batman Beyond). Don't miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime piece of memorabilia! (CAUT: 4) L-XL $20.00 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE MISFITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY LUKIC FIEND SKULL T-SHIRT Legendary artist Butch Lukic (Batman: The Animated Series) has rendered the classic Misfits symbol, the Fiend Skull, on this black T-shirt. Scare people and show your allegiance towards your favorite band, all at the same time! (CAUT: 4) L-XL $20.00 SAILOR MOON SAILOR MOON MOONGLOW T SHIRT Sailor Moon and all her friends are pictured here, sitting on a crescent moon, glowing on a starry night. A full-color image on a royal, 100% cotton T-shirt. (7294/SAI-202) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SAILOR MOON STANDING YOUTH T SHIRT Sailor Moon stands facing her logo here, looking back over her shoulder at you. Full-color image on a black, 100% cotton T- shirt. (7294/SAI-200) (CAUT: 4) L $14.95 SIMPSONS SIMPSONS BARNEY WHITE & BLACK BASEBALL JERSEY Step up to the plate with Springfield's lovable alcoholic on your back, Barney! Wearing this jersey is sure to spur you onto hitting home runs! (6031/SM2514) L-XL $19.95 SIMPSONS BARNEY RED SOCCER JERSEY You'll be scoring goals left and right in this dashing red jersey, featuring Homer's best friend and drinking buddy, Barney! One size fits all. (6031/SM5518) Jersey $19.95 SIMPSONS DUFF BEER WHITE BLACK BASEBALL JERSEY Proudly endorse the official beer of Homer Simpson while you trot the basepaths, with a Duff Beer Baseball Jersey! (6031/SM2509) L-XL $19.95 SIMPSONS HOMER SIMPSON DADDIO BLACK & WHITE JERSEY The patriarch of the Simpson clan, Homer, is emblazoned on this black and white jersey. Suitable for all sports and occasions. One size fits all. (6031/SM2525) Jersey $19.95 SPEED RACER OFFERED AGAIN O/A RACER X MELTON WOOL/BLACK CAP Racer X is immortalized on this black wool cap. It features Racer X's smiling face on the front, with his name stitched onto the side. Keep your head warm while it's thinking about Speed Racer! (6031/SR3008) Cap $18.00 O/A RACER X WHITE/BLACK BASEBALL JERSEY Speed Racer's brother, Racer X, looks mad as hell! It couldn't be over a race, could it? This awesome baseball jersey features a full-color image of Racer X's angry face surrounded by flames. The jersey is white, and the sleeves are black. (6031/SR2502) L-XL $18.50 O/A SPEED RACER BASEBALL JERSEY Here he comes! Here comes that high energy teen, Speed Racer! He'll be driving the Mach 5 in style wearing this super cool baseball jersey. White with red sleeves. (6031/SR2501) L-XL $18.95 ***************************** SPEED RACER X BLACK COTTON SLOUCH CAP Keep your head warm and stylish at the same time, with this sleek slouch cap. Go Speed Racer, go! (6031/SR3005) Cap $16.00 TOMB RAIDER PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE TOMB RAIDER T-SHIRT This black Previews Exclusive T-shirt features the star of the upcoming Tomb Raider film, Angelina Jolie, as Lara Croft, fully armed and staring down whoever chooses to glance at you. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.99 TOMB RAIDER "ALL SEEING EYE" SILVER NECKLACE Grab a piece of the hot summer feature Tomb Raider and wear it around your neck! The ever-so-popular "All Seeing Eye" icon necklace will keep you feeling safe — and will remind you of the adventurous action flick it originated from! The silver-plated, embossed, two sided, triangular design presented on a beautiful, silver plate chain is sure to be the next craze in jewelry… maybe a few just won't do! (870/TR-NECK1) (CAUT: 4) Necklace $12.00 TOMB RAIDER SIGNATURE T-SHIRT The Tomb Raider logo is featured on the front of this black T-shirt, with an image of Lara on the back, with the movie logo in the background. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.99 TOMB RAIDER MOVIE LOGO T-SHIRT Here's a black tee with the movie logo in red, white, and blue. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE TOMB RAIDER DOUBLE PISTOLS T-SHIRT This Previews Exclusive black T-shirt features an image from the upcoming motion picture Tomb Raider, with Lara Croft (Angelina Jolie) aiming at a bad guy with a double-barreled attack! (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.99 TRANSFORMERS TRANSFORMER AUTOBOT IN JAPANESE CHARACTER T-SHIRT The symbol of the "good guys," from the classic 80s animated television series, accompanied by the Japanese spelling of the name. Show your support of Optimus Prime and Bumblebee with this bright yellow shirt. (559/78-301-51) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 TRANSFORMER HORIZONTAL LOGO T-SHIRT The symbols of both opposing forces of robot, the Autobots and the Decepticons are featured here, in a stripe across the chest. This bright orange shirt is sure to get you compliments. (559/78-301-124) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 VIDEO GAMES ATARI T-SHIRT It's the symbol of the first widely-popular video game system, Atari, emblazoned on a t-shirt! This is the company that started it all, and they've still got the best-looking logo around! Show your old-school credentials with this brand-new shirt! (559/91- 301-16) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 TOYS SECTION BARBIE/COLLECTOR DOLLS BRIDE BARBIE II DOLL Barbie is the quintessential blushing bride in her beautiful wedding gown. She wears a lovely ensemble that brings together elements of traditional bridal motifs with modern day touches. The gown is off-white with a soft yellow floral design. To compliment the gown, she wears a faux pearl necklace and hand ring. A veil with pink and yellow flower accents sits atop her golden hair. And to complete her ensemble, she carries a beautiful flower bouquet. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29438) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $45.00 AUTUMN ROSE BELLE DOLL Belle from Disney's Beauty and the Beast pays tribute to the beauty of autumn, wearing a persimmon dress with a dark red crepe cape and burgundy panné velvet hood. Scheduled ship in May 2001. (744/29612) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $35.00 SUMMER SEAS ARIEL DOLL Mermaid Ariel is the embodiment of summer with her beautiful tail, and signature seashell bikini top. Her stuffed tail is made of crushed velvet and is decorated with sea flowers, iridescent beads, and "seaweed." Ariel's long red hair is styled with a piece of vinyl so it appears to be floating, and wears a coral headpiece adorned with her "treasures" from the human world. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29192) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $35.00 WIZARD OF OZ PORCELAIN SCARECROW DOLL The Scarecrow porcelain doll commemorates one of the most beloved films of all time, The Wizard of Oz. The authentic doll is a faithful re-creation of the lovable character, sculpted to capture all the good-natured personality of the character who wanted to get a brain, wearing a reproduction of the authentic costume. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29190) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $132.00 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER STARS OF THE MONTH BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER 9-INCH FIGURES A Diamond Select item! From the hit WB series comes the first figures in an exciting series of 9" tall collector dolls, bringing the sexy young stars of Buffy the Vampire Slayer to life! Each comes in a full-color window box package and features authentic cloth costumes, accessories, and a striking likeness of the actors. Choose from: Buffy (w/rooted hair, "leather" jacket, pink shirt, combat pants, & stake), Angel (w/maroon shirt, black pants, biker boots, and detailed belt), or Willow (w/rooted hair, sweater, floral mini-skirt, and backpack). Available now! (4667) (CAUT: 4) BUFFY (STAR10637)—Figure SRP: $14.99 ANGEL (STAR10673)—Figure SRP: $14.99 WILLOW (STAR10683)—Figure SRP: $14.99 ****************** MAC BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SERIES 3 FIGURES Moore Action Collectibles and Fox Licensing and Merchandising bring you the Buffy the Vampire Slayer Series 3 action figures. This series adds to the character line-up of Fox's popular television series featuring Cordelia Chase and Xander Harris. The lovely and sarcastic Cordelia comes with what every Sunnydale gal needs: a handbag, cell phone, and stakes. Xander, the wisecracking and lighthearted Scooby gang jester, is equipped with an ax, tranquilizer gun, and two fearsome stakes. Each figure comes with a fully sculpted graveyard base that matches the Series 2 figure bases. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4151) (CAUT: 4) Doll SRP: $12.95Ea. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER "HUSH" 12-INCH FIGURES These figures feature authentic likeness of Sara Michelle Gellar as Buffy and the likenesses of the three 'Gentlemen' characters from the infamous Season 4 episode, "Hush." Each figure comes with over 20 points of articulation, highly detailed clothing and accessories, and stands 12" tall. Packaged in a full-color display box. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4310/2000) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Doll SRP: $25.00Ea. COMIC BOOK HEROES OFFERED AGAIN O/A BONE 2000 ACTION FIGURES From Cartoon Books comes an awesome new line of Bone action figures! Continuing where the first line of toys left off, the new assortment includes Phoney Bone, Gran'Ma Ben, and The Hooded One. Each figure is loaded with accessories like Smiley Bone's "Mystery Cow" suit, included with Gran'Ma Ben, that fits over the existing Smiley toy! The Hooded One comes with a soft hooded cloak that can be peeled back to reveal the evil beneath! Phoney Bone has several accessories, including Smiley and Phoney puppets that really fit over his hands! Each figure comes with an exclusive comic book featuring brand-new art! Blister card packaging. Available now! (117) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $12.99 ****************** STAR OF THE MONTH JLA 12-INCH AQUAMAN FIGURE A Previews Shared Exclusive with KB Toys! This 12" tall figure brings DC's King of the Seas to life, complete with molded beard and long hair, and hook! An amazing addition to your 12" JLA figure collection! Window box packaging. Available now! (4572/STAR12320) Figure $29.99 ****************** DIE-CASTS HOT WHEELS COOL 'N CUSTOM II SET 100% Hot Wheels presents two cool, 1:64 scale cars –– one with showroom beauty, and the other, a tricked-out custom classic! These newly tooled 1937 Chevy models come in an open window box with an acrylic display case. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29214) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Set (x2) SRP: $19.25 JOHNNY LIGHTNING TRI-CHEVY SERIES 2 DIE-CASTS Car fans know that the 50s belonged to Chevrolet, and this series pays homage to some of the most classic designs ever to hit the highway! This series may include: 55 Chevy Convertible (red), 56 Chevy Convertible (blue), 57 Chevy Convertible (orchid), 55 Nomad (black), 56 Nomad (blue), and 57 Nomad (gold). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/454-02) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $3.50Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING CLASSIC GOLD RELEASE 10 DIE-CASTS This is a whole new approach to classic cars! The Classic Gold 2 series 10 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 scheme in every release. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/404-10) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $3.50Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING BASSIN' USA DIE-CASTS Nothing goes better with bass fishing than a rock-steady Chevy truck and a beautiful fishing boat! The Bassin' USA line features the truck/boat/trailer combos of some of Bass fishing's heavy-hitters! Each set comes with a different colored Chevy Silverado, bass boat, and trailer, all with hard tires. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/244-00) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. RES. from Previews Vol. XI #1 (Jan01) Die-casts $8.50Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING HOT RODS RELEASE 3 DIE-CASTS Johnny Lightning's Hot Rods series continues with this third release series, which may include: 23 T-Bucket (white), 27 T- Roadster (green), 32 Hi-Boy (Passion Pearl), 37 Ford Coupe (red), 33 Delivery (yellow), and 34 Ford Coupe (black). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/442-03) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-casts SRP: $3.50Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING POPULAR HOT RODDING DIE-CASTS Classic "Hot Rods" in a host of colors and styles! This series may include: 67 Olds Cutlass 442 (Roman Red), 64 Chevy Nova (Banana), 57 Chevy Bel Air (Cherry Red), 68 Chevy Camaro SS (McLaren Yellow), 69 Chevy Camaro (Sunburst Yellow), and 69 Chevy Camaro SS (GTS Blue). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/291-09) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-casts SRP: $3.50Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTING CUSTOM DIE-CASTS This series may include: 67 Camaro Convertible (White), 68 Camaro Convertible (White), 67 Camaro (Red), 68 Camaro (Red). Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6243/482-01) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-casts SRP: $8.50Ea. PRO RACING FORMULA ONE 1:18 DIE-CASTS These Hot Wheels 1:18 scale F1 vehicles are carefully crafted and highly detailed 2001 racecar replicas. All F1 vehicles have detailed features with functional steering, opening fuel filler caps, helmet decorations, and realistic tires. Choose from: Ferrari, Jaguar, Jordan, McLaren, and Williams. Each vehicle comes mounted on an upscale display box. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/50193) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-casts SRP: $39.99Ea. SPEED RACER SPRINT CAR DIE-CASTS No, its not the Mach V, it's the compact but quick sprint car driven by racer Kasey Kahne! Emblazoned with Speed Racer images and graphics, this racer is a real crowd pleaser! It's available in both 1:18th and 1:50th scale versions. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4947) 1:18th SCALE (7117)—Die-cast SRP: $93.99 1:50th SCALE—Die-cast SRP: $20.99 DRAGONBALL Z DRAGONBALL Z 2001 SERIES 4 FIGURES Collect all of your favorite Dragonball Z characters with this next set of figures! This series may include: Super Saiyan Goku, Goku's former rival Piccolo, the part good/part bad Vegeta, a female android, and a male android. Each figure comes with a collectible DBZ metal medallion! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8827/60680) (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. Figures SRP: $7.99Ea. DRAGONBALL Z 12-INCH FIGURES From the hit TV series seen on Cartoon Network comes this super-sized series of 12" tall figures of your favorite Dragonball Z stars! Choose from: Trunks or Tien. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8827) (CAUT: 3 & 4) TIEN (43305)—Figure SRP: $22.50 TRUNKS (43306)—Figure SRP: $22.50 MILITARY FIGURES ARMED FORCES NAVY SEALS 4-INCH FIGURES These Navy Seal figures come with a removable hat and backpack, as well as a pistol that can be detached from the side of the leg. All figures are fully articulated at various points of the body. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4942/00110) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.99Ea. ARMED FORCES SWAT TEAM 4-INCH FIGURES The SWAT team figures come with a removable helmet, vest, and radio, as well as a pistol that can be detached from the side of the leg. Various accessories include gas masks, goggles, and a hood. All figures are fully articulated at various joints of the body. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4942/00100) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.99Ea. ARMED FORCES WWII GERMAN 4-INCH FIGURES Choose from a Panzer Grenadier, Eastern Front, Normandy Infantry, and Infantry soldiers. All figures are fully articulated at various joints of the body. Several styles available, shipped randomly. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4942/00200) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.99Ea. ELITE BRIGADE: D-DAY 7TH NAVAL BEACH BATTALION FIGURE The NBB's role was to handle all shore to ship communications, clear and mark sea lanes for landing craft, and treat and arrange for evacuation of all causalities from the beach. On D-Day, the 7th NBB was responsible for the western of Omaha Beach in North Africa. This replica figure wears an M41 field jacket over HBT overalls, demolition satchel, tan web belt with grommets, entrenching tool and cover, canteen and cover, tan cloth and first aid pouch, and MI helmet bearing the insignia of the 7th Beach Battalion. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (7093/GIEDF90) (CAUT: 4) Figure $72.99 ELITE BRIGADE: HENRY, EARL OF PEMBROKE FIGURE This hand-hammered 20 gauge steel armor makes this 1:6 scale armor as real as the scale allows. The original armor was made for the Henry, the Earl of Pembroke in 1570. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (7093/GIEARM25) (CAUT: 4) Figure $219.99 ELITE FORCE MILITARY 12-INCH FIGURES These various military figures feature exquisite detailing and lifelike articulation and equipment. Choose from: U.S. Ranger, U.S. Sniper, British Royal Marine, Navy Seal, and British SAS (Special Air Service) officer. Each figure comes with related accessories and stands 12" tall. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4851) (CAUT: 4) U.S. RANGER (34297)––Figure SRP: $44.50 U.S. SNIPER (34298)––Figure SRP: $44.50 BRITISH MARINE (34299)––Figure SRP: $44.50 U.S. NAVY SEAL (34221)––Figure SRP: $33.25 BRISTISH S.A.S. (34222)––Figure SRP: $33.25 OFFERED AGAIN O/A G.I. JOE/SGT. ROCK ACTION FIGURE GIFT BOX A Previews Shared Exclusive with WB and the Hasbro Collector's Site! Hasbro pays tribute to DC Comics' hard-bitten WWII hero, Sgt. Rock, with this extremely limited, deluxe action figure set! Utilizing the original 1964 G.I. Joe body (with classic "hard hands"), Sgt. Rock features a newly-sculpted, hand-painted/hand numbered resin head; and a custom-designed uniform by G.I. Joe customizer Augustine Romero, using fabrics that are correct to scale and hand-dyed for authenticity. Rock's equipment details include a leather holster, pewter grenades, a cloth web belt, and boots with real laces. The figure comes with "Winter Combat" and "U.S. Army EM Uniform" accessories, packaged in exact, hand-made reproductions of Hasbro's distinctive 1964-era long box and tray packaging. Also included in this set (featuring outer box art by comics legend Joe Kubert) is an 80-page giant Sgt. Rock reprint comic. Fifth-panel window box packaging. (702) Figure SRP: $250.00 *************** THE VILLAINS: JAQUELINE FIGURE What's better than a black-clad, raven-haired goddess of villainy and destruction? How about her crimson-clad, golden-haired twin sister of destruction?! That's right, the Queen of The Villains figure line, Matilda, has some competition in the form of her twin sister Jaqueline! This beautiful-but-deadly terrorist babe comes dressed to kill with: a black cat suit, red knee-high boots, long red coat, shoulder holster, SIG-228 (with magazines), Scorpion silenced pistol (with magazines), F&S fighting knife with sheath, grenades (2), belt, break-down sniper rifle with back-pack. Fifth-panel window box packaging. (4141/CP33605) (CAUT: 4) Figure SRP: $31.50 MOVIES AND TV ATLANTIS: CRYSTAL PRINCESS KIDA DOLL The 11½" tall Princess Kida fashion doll — sporting her signature costume from Disney's upcoming adventure epic, Atlantis: The Lost Continent — has a unique light-up feature that brings to life her special powers. She comes with a blue faux crystal necklace that you place around her neck. When the "crystal" is pressed, Kida's chest illuminates with synchronized pulses of flashing blue light. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29327) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $19.25 ATLANTIS: MILO THATCH DOLL The 11½" tall Atlantis Milo Thatch basic fashion doll comes dressed in his Expedition outfit, and also comes with his Atlantean costume. Milo also comes with his sweater, jodhpurs, gaiters, boots, Shepherd's journal, and glasses. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (744/29810) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll SRP: $14.50 JAMES BOND ICON METAL FIGURES A rogue's gallery that has kept James Bond in peril throughout his long cinema adventures. Mike Myer's Dr. Evil parody wouldn't exist if Donald Pleasence's performance as the fiendish Bond villain, Blofield, hadn't given us such a memorable bad guy. Now available is the despicable Blofield with his trademark white cat! Also available is Hugo Drax, poised with a gun, plus Oddjob with his head-chopping boomerang-type derby. And Jaws, the poster child for orthodontia from The Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker, is also available to put the bite on Bond whenever a sequel demands it! All metal versions of these James Bond villains come fully-painted! Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (6432) (CAUT: 4) BLOFIELD (FO4141)—Figure $19.99 HUGO DRAX (FO4171)—Figure $19.99 JAWS (FO4161)—Figure $19.99 ODD JOB (FO4151)—Figure $19.99 JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS SERIES 2 FASHION DOLLS From the upcoming live-action adaptation of the cartoon classic comes this second series of articulated fashion dolls, featuring the likenesses of Josie McCoy (Rachael Lee Cook), Melody Valentine (Tara Reid), and Valerie Brown (Rosario Dawson). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4301/D33005) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Doll SRP: $16.50Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A MAD MAX: THE ROAD WARRIOR FIGURES Limited Release! From the creators of the ultra-hot Matrix action figures comes this exciting new series of action figures based on the classic post-apocalyptic epic, The Road Warrior, starring Mel Gibson! All your favorite heroes and villains from this action/adventure classic are brought to vivid miniature life in this series, including: Max (with dog), Max (with The Feral Kid), Gyro Captain, Warrior Woman, Wez, and The Humungous! Each figure features several points of articulation, as well as accessories and weapons specific to the characters. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. Figure SRP: $9.25Ea. ************* MONKEY BONE 10 INCH BEANIE From the upcoming 20th Century Fox film! Monkey Bone is a comic strip monkey who's more fun than a barrel of you-know- what's. When his cartoonist creator Brendan Fraser is injured and comatose, Monkey Bone gets the opportunity commandeer his creator's body and journey to the real world… where comedy ensues! This 10" bean bag figure features a rotocast vinyl face, expertly capturing the manic monkey's personality. It features a soft cloth body, sporting a highly detailed pajama outfit. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4310/6801) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Beanie $14.00 MONKEY BONE LITTLE BIG HEADS Here comes a slew of familiar characters from the 20th Century Fox feature film Monkey Bone, starring Brendan Fraser. This set of six, 3½" tall Little Big Head figurines — cast in durable PVC — includes: Miss Kitty, Stu Miley, Hypnos, Betty Bovine, BBQ Pig, and Monkey Bone. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4310/6300) (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. Figurine SRP: $9.50Ea. POPEYE THE SAILOR MAN FIGURES Based on the classic cartoon hero, Popeye the Sailor Man, created by the Fleischer Studios. One of the most recognized cartoon characters of the 20th century, the sailor man with his can of spinach made his way into many households through both color and black-and-white cartoons. Now the squinty-eyed sailor and his companions, are a new series of collectible figures! This series may include: Classic Popeye (with punching action, anchor, spinach can, and shark jaws), Peacoat Popeye (with "Twister Fisker" punching action, shoreman duffle bag, spinach can, and sea chart), Olive Oyl (with Swee'Pea figure, bendy arms and legs), Bluto (with Underhanded Uppercut punching action, barbells, casting iron), and Whimpee (with a bunch of hamburgers and Jeep the Dog action figure). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4830/44000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $7.99Ea. RESERVOIR DOGS FIGURES Quentin Tarantino's breakthrough cult hit was an instant film classic for fans of crime-noir cinema. Gritty. Bloody. Realistic. Now you can re-create the infamous diatribes and Mexican standoffs with these figures of the black-suited dogs themselves! This series may include: Mr. White/Harvey Keitel (with pistol & lighter), Mr. Orange/Tim Roth (with badge & pistol), Mr. Blonde/Michael Madsen (pistol, straight razor, drink cup), and Mr. Pink/Steve Buscemi (with satchel & pistol). Each figure features removable sunglasses and 18 points of "attitude articulation!" Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4830) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures $13.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE MATRIX 12-INCH ACTION FIGURES Here's something big for all of you fans of the sci-fi hit, The Matrix: 12" tall, highly detailed figures of Neo (Keanu Reaves) and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss)! Each figure features multiple points of articulation, authentic cloth outfits just like they wore in the film, and a host of accessories and weapons to battle the Matrix-spawned Agents! Each figure also features a great likeness of the stars! Window box packaging. (4387) NEO (28014)—Figure $28.99 TRINITY (28016)—Figure $28.99 *************** SCOOBY-DOO 5-PIECE BENDABLE GIFT SET They're the coolest crime fighters around saving the planet from ghosts and ghouls with that loveable Great Dane, Scooby- Doo! These soft, bendable figures stand approximately 5" tall, and can be posed in 1,001 positions. Gift set includes the whole gang — Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred — all ready to take on any adventure you throw at them! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6351/02736420) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Set (x5) SRP: $10.50 YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN 12-INCH FIGURES Featuring actual likenesses of the characters from the Mel Brooks comedy classic, Young Frankenstein! Series includes Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (with scalpel, stethoscope, goggles, and "How I Did It" book), Eyegore (with "Abby Normal" brain and jar, huntsman's horn, and satchel) and The Monster (with broken stein and soup bowl). Each highly detailed 12" figure highly articulated, and features a black-and-white color scheme to match the look of the movie. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4310/3600) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $25.00Ea. ROBOTECH ROBOTECH SUPER-DEFORMED MORPHERS The Super Deformed craze eventually touches every popular anime that comes out of Japan, and the mighty mechas of the cult- classic Robotech/Macross series were not immune! These miniature Robotech Valkyrie fighters can be morphed from jet mode to battroid mode in a couple of moves… both in Super Deformed style! This series may include: VF-1A, VF-1D, VF-1J Max, VF-1S Skull Leader, VF-1J Rick, and VF-1J Miriya. Each blister carded morpher comes with a miniature gun. (4522/2500) (CAUT: 4) Morpher SRP: $5.99Ea. SPORTS STARS OF THE MONTH STARTING LINE-UP 2000 ELITE FOOTBALL FIGURES They're the "Elite" stars of the NFL, captured as these highly-detailed Starting Line-Up collectibles! Choose from Peyton Manning (Colts), Brett Favre (Green Bay Packers), and Joe Montana! (309) NOTE: Not available outside North American and Puerto Rico. BRETT FARVE (STAR12349)—Figure $13.50 JOE MONTANA (STAR12350)—Figure $13.50 PEYTON MANNING (STAR12353)—Figure $13.50 STARTING LINE-UP 2000 ELITE BASEBALL FIGURES They're the "Elite" stars of Major League Baseball, captured as these highly-detailed Starting Line-Up collectibles! Collect all of your favorite Major League Baseball stars with these all-new Elite figures! Choose from: Ken Griffey Jr., Sammy Sosa, and Mark McGwire. Blister card packaging. (309) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. KEN GRIFFEY JR. (STAR12351)—Figure $13.50 MARK MCGWIRE (STAR12352)—Figure $13.50 SAMMY SOSA (STAR12354)—Figure $13.50 ******************** VIDEO GAMES RESIDENT EVIL SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Straight from the most popular horror video game ever, here comes this new series of Resident Evil action figures! These sick puppies each measure between 6¼" to 8¼" tall, and feature amazing articulation and lots of accessories. This series may include: Nemesis (The main villain from Resident Evil 3 towers a mighty 8¼" tall, features a hefty missile launcher, and has over 16 points of articulation), Soldier Zombie (The meanest army man you'll ever encounter, this nasty specimen features all kinds of rotting details, sports 14 points of articulation, a removable Colt .45, and as a special bonus, comes with an extra gross rotting Zombie Dog!), Nosferatu (the first action figure from Resident Evil: Code Veronica, truly brings to life his pitiful being! Chained to a wall in a dungeon for countless years, Nosferatu has grown a set of tentacle arms with which to fight. This 6¼" figure shows them in all their gruesome detail!). Rounding out the first series is one of the heroes, Leon S. Kennedy (with 12 gauge shotgun, VP70 with holster stack, mach10, and combat knife). Figures sculpted by Jon Matthews and S.O.T.A. Sculpture & Design. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/12020) (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure PI FINAL FANTASY MOVIE 12-INCH FIGURES Sure to make cinematic history this summer, Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within features an amazing combination of beyond- cutting-edge CGI technology, intense storyline and characters, and the most popular title in video game history. This month we offer the first series of these high-end, super detailed 12" collectable action figures based on the film! This series may include: Aki Ross (the heroine of the film), Gray Edwards (Captain of the Deep Eyes combat unit who shares a mysterious past with Aki), and Dr. Sid (whose theories hold the key for the salvation of the Earth). Each 12-inch collectible figure is fully articulated with super detailed clothing and accessories. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/13030) (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure PI FINAL FANTASY 8: GUARDIAN FORCE SERIES 2 CLEAR FIGURE SET Final Fantasy VIII has taken the gaming world by storm, surpassing its video game ancestor, Final Fantasy VII, in technology, creativity, and design. This special edition of the second series of Guardian Force figures brings the god-like creatures summoned to do battle for our heroes, to life… cast in clear plastic! This assortment may include: Shiva, Diablos, Bahamut, and Gilgamesh. All feature superior detailing and limited articulation. Window boxed, blister card packaging. (4898/77405) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots — please check with your retailer for availability. RES. from Previews Vol. X #8 (Aug00) Figure Set (x4) SRP: $79.94 WRESTLING LEGENDS OF PRO WRESTLING 2001 SERIES 2 FIGURES Here are the main men, ready to duke it out on the canvas. Steel chairs are going to go flying! And no one is safe from being tossed into a table. This wave of wrestling rough-house boys includes Ricky Steamboat, Eddie Gilbert, Wahoo McDaniel, Original Sheik, Ox Baker, and Abdullah the Butcher. Look for "Bloody" variant version in case lots! Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (6127/LEGEND20012) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $10.00Ea. IMPORT TOYS & MODELS ANIME ASTRO BOY 12-INCH PLUSHES Imported from Japan! From Bandai! He may go out battling evil to save humanity from destruction, but he's a real softy inside –– especially when he meets up with Astro Girl! Tezuka Productions and Bandai bring you these two gorgeous 12" plushes from the 1960s manga/anime, Astro Boy. Astro Girl looks up, concerned, as Astro Boy appears from behind a bush with jets firing. Astro Boy has a cord attached so he can be posed in a flying position, whereas Astro Girl prefers to remain standing! Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (133) (CAUT: 4) ASTRO BOY (PT124)––Plush $33.99 ASTRO GIRL (PT125)––Plush $33.99 BASTARD!! DARK SCHNEIDER ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! He's bad. He's beautiful. He's also a 400-year-old wizard with an attitude! Dark Schneider has been trapped in the body of a young boy for 15 years after his defeat at the hands of the Dragon Prince. And now, Dark Schneider, the lead character of classic manga, Bastard!!, by Kazushi Hagiwara, is now an awesome new action figure! Figure measures 7½" tall, with 10 points of articulation, and includes a sword with sheath, and a variant hand. Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (4898) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure $22.99 COWBOY BEBOP SPIKE SPIEGEL DOLL Imported from Japan! In the hit anime series, Cowboy Bebop, Spike Spiegel is a deadly bounty hunter with a dark past, and an uncertain future, wandering the cosmos for money and glory! Now, Medicom unleashes this daring hero as a stylish 12" tall collection doll, complete with a real cloth outfit and over 14 points of articulation! Original Japanese packaging! Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4239/SC05) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. RES. from Previews Vol. X #6 (Jun00) Figure $34.99 LAPUTA FIGURE SET Imported from Japan! The 1986 animated feature Laputa: Castle in the Sky by Hayao Miyazaki, traces the quest of two orphans to locate the magical kingdom of Laputa. The two, Sheeta and Pazu, stand 3" tall, while the battle robot stands 4" tall. Figures cast in durable PVC. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (544/LAPUTA) (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) $24.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MASAMUNE SHIROW: BLADES "CROSSBOW" STATUE Imported from Japan! As seen in the best-selling art book Intron Depot 2: Blades featuring the artwork of fan-favorite Masamune Shirow, creator of Ghost in the Shell, Appleseed, and Dominion: Tank Police! This pre-painted, pre-assembled statue is a must for any fantasy or anime collector! Includes base. Available now! (4368/ALBL01) (CAUT: 4) Statue $159.99 *************** MAZINGER Z DESKTOP MODEL Imported from Japan! No assembly required! Go Nagai's Mazinger Z is one of the most famous Super Robots in the world, and now you can peer beneath the surface of this monstrous mech in the form of this 9¼" tall, clear acrylic figure of the fan- favorite robot! This high-quality collectible features thin metal sheets encased within a clear plastic figurine, depicting Mazinger Z's internal circuitry and machinery. The plate in his back is etched with name, specs, and various details of his construction… mostly in English! Ready to display! Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (4014/543418) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Model $169.99 SAKURA WARS 6-PIECE PVC SET Imported from Japan! These girls are superb! Just 2" tall and ready to fight any demon or devil alongside Sakura! Join Iris and her teddy friend Janpol, Sakura before the Demon War that claimed her life, Ri Kohran (who looks like she just invented something), and the others and help them fight their way out of the blister pack! Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (133/MM420) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Set (x6) $23.94 EPOCH OH! MY GODDESS BUST MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! Now available as a model kit! The beautiful goddess, Belldandy, is the subject of this delicate and alluring model kit! Mounted on a flower-covered display base, the head and shoulders of Belldandy can look down at you from any shelf! Model stands approximately 7" tall and requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4818) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Model Kit $39.99 SOUL CALIBUR NIGHTMARE RESIN MODEL KIT AND STATUE Imported from Japan! From Soul Caliber, the hit video fighting game, comes the hellish combatant, Nightmare! Standing a huge 20" tall (with base), the demon knight features his monster arm gripping his living blade! The detailed base depicts a rough-hewn brick outcropping, stained with the blood of his victims! Model kit requires painting and assembly; statue comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (4818) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. MATURE AUDIENCES MODEL KIT $59.99 STATUE $140.00 SUSUMU SUGITA HOLY WAR RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! Now offered as a model kit! Gnashing fangs and razored steel clash in a cacophony of hatred, venom, and violence with this highly detailed kit of mythical Chinese creatures locked in combat. Created by famed and respected Japanese sculptor, Susumu Sugita, this 19" tall model kit requires painting and assembly, and includes an optional breastplate to make the the female creature suitable for all-audiences. Original Japanese packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (4818) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. MATURE AUDIENCES Model Kit $59.99 FEWTURE MODELS Now available for the first time through Previews are the Fewture model kits based on the wild designs of artist Yasushi Nirawsawa –– these are re-issues of the garage kits that became famous in the modeling industry during the mid-1990s! DEVILMAN SKULL RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! This extremely detailed and lifelike Devilman skull is slightly smiling. Sculpted by Hiroshi Sagawa, this 11" x 16" skull is a chillingly unique addition to any collection. Requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $168.00 GUILLOTINNA 1:6 RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! Guillotinna is one of Nirasawa's most popular creations, and this model kit is sure to delight Nirasawa's many fans! Guillotinna, holding a weapon that's almost as tall as she is, stands 12" tall and requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $78.00 NIRASAWA'S DEATH RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! This multi-skulled figure carries several decapitated heads, along with slicing tools to get the job done! The Death model kit, one of Nirasawa's original characters (sculpted by Nirasawa himself), stands 7" tall and requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $68.00 NIRASAWA'S DEVILMAN RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! This sensational model kit depicts Nirasawa's interpretation of Go Nagai's classic anime/manga character, Devilman. Wearing leather pants and draped with chains, his arms are crossed defiantly across his chest. This incredible model kit stands a monstrous 23" tall and requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $98.00 ONIKI'S DEVILMAN RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! Similar to "Amon" from the Devilman AF series, this Devilman resin model kit was sculpted by Yuji Oniki and stands 7" tall. Requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $98.00 WOMAN-BEE RESIN MODEL KIT Imported from Japan! This original Nirasawa character design depicts a woman with bee attributes, accessorized with dangling chains. The kit includes several metal parts as well as clear-cast wings. Measures 16" x 12" and requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (6268) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Model Kit $98.00 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR FIST OF THE NORTH STAR 2000 SHIN FIGURE Imported from Japan! The latest mondo-articulated Fist of the North Star figure is the villainous Shin! This wild-haired, post- apocalyptic warlord features multiple points of articulation and includes a removable cape. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4673.KD1408) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure $17.99 G-TASTE G-TASTE: MOE YAGISAWA RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Mini-skirt has no meaning until you set your eyes upon this Moe Yagisawa resin statue. She stands approximately 12" tall and comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (4869/YAGISAWA) (CAUT: 4) Statue $215.00 G-TASTE: NURSE ASUKA RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Going to the hospital wouldn't be so bad if your nurse looked like Asuka! This resin statue featuring nurse Askua stands approximately 8" tall and comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in August 2001. (4869/SENOU) (CAUT: 4) Statue $199.99 JO JO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE JO JO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE AVDOL FIGURE 2-PACK Imported from Japan! Muhammad Avdol is a fortune-teller from Myanmar (Burma), friend of Joseph Joestar's and, due to his occult background, one of the first people to understand the "Stands." His Stand, Magician's Red, is a djinn-like bird-headed being that can breathe flames. Avdol, who has something of the Punjab stereotype about him, is a brave and loyal friend and advisor; a man of war and peace and, unfortunately, self-sacrificing. In Vol. 15 of the manga, he appears to be killed by Hol Horse and J. Gail, but is obviously not destined to stay dead for long — apparently because grieving Shonen Jump readers demanded his return! The Muhammad Avdol figure is a 6" tall non-articulated PVC; Magician's Red is a fully articulated 7" tall figure. Original Japanese window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4898) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure 2-pack $29.99 KUBRICKS BLAIR WITCH PROJECT 2 KUBRICK BOX SET A Imported from Japan! The sequel to the surprise horror hit of 1999 has spawned a Kubricks sequel of it own! This second Blair Witch set features the five Gen-X'ers who go on a tour of the Blair Witch movie locations, only to awaken something evil and very real! This boxed set includes: Erica, Jeff, Kim, Stephen, and Tristen, all featuring the now famous Kubrick articulated body with various add-ons and accessories. Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (4239/MEDKUB38) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Set (x5) $16.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION BOX SET E Imported from Japan! The Neon Genesis Evangelion Kubrick series continues with this fifth set of figures! This set includes: Jet Alone (an ill-fated EVA replacement project), Toji Suzuhara the 4th Child, EVA-03 Production Model (which includes extended arms to transform him into Bardiel The 13th Angel), and an EVA Transport Rack. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4239) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Set (x3) $12.99 MICROMAN MICROMAN ROBOTMAN FIGURE Imported from Japan! From Takara of Japan comes this re-issue of the classic Microman figure, Robotman (recognizable to most U.S. fans as "Biotron" of the Mego Micronauts line of the late 70s). Standing approximately 12" tall, Robotman is fully modular, and can be assembled into various modes. The clear panel on his chest opens to seat one Microman or similar 3¾" action figure (not included). Flip the switch and he can walk forward into battle, or flip him over to utilize the working tank treads on his back! Batteries not included. Original Japanese packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4671/52122) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure $85.00 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK COFFIN DOLL WITH LOCK PVC Imported from Japan! The full-sized, 14" tall articulated coffin dolls make a surprise reappearance for 2001 with this all-new Jack Skellington collection doll, which includes a bonus Lock PVC figure. Jack (and Lock) come packaged in a lavendar coffin box with two die-cuts and silhouettes of Halloween Town imprinted on the lid! This is the first in a series of coffins that link together to form a Halloween Town scene! Look for upcoming Jack dolls accompanied by PVCs of Shock and Barrel in future issues! Guaranteed in stores 05/16/01! (4672/N239) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Doll w/PVC $54.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK GOLD MILLENNIUM COFFIN DOLL Imported from Japan! Undoubtedly, Nightmare Before Christmas was one of the most impressive examples of 20th century animation. To commemorate everyone's favorite Halloween/Christmas crossover classic, we're offering this collectible gold Jack doll that solidifies his popularity and staying power in the previous millennium, and ushers him into the new millennium! Jack is decorated in gold, with a gold costume, and gold coffin box. Solid gold baby!!! Guaranteed in stores 05/09/01! (4672/N195) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Doll w/PVC $54.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON ACTION FIGURE #3 A Previews Exclusive! Imported from Japan! His gentle heart yearns for something more than Halloween Town has to offer him. Using his own instincts and scientific know-how, he's off on another mission to investigate the unknown as the Jack Skellington Action Figure, which comes with a green logo and stand. As an added bonus, the third Jack action figure comes with Behemoth and Vampire #2 PVCs, along with unique blister card artwork! Blister card packaging. Guaranteed in stores 05/02/01! (4672/N233) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure $28.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS SANTA JACK MEDIUM PVC STATUE Imported from Japan! He's off to jump down your chimney, and deliver boxes of ghoulies and ghosties that want to play with you, eat your cookies, and munch on your parents for breakfast! It's Jack Skellington playing Santa as this cool medium-sized PVC, fully painted and mounted on a brick-style base with NBX logo! Guaranteed in stores 05/23/01! (4672/N256) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Figure $19.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK DIE-CAST KEYCHAINS Imported from Japan! No sense in losing those car keys! These are what you need: funky Jack Skellington die-cast keychains. Ones that you can brag about. Choose from: Regular Jack or Santa Jack. Guaranteed in stores 05/02/01! (4672) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. JACK (N184)—Keychain $4.99 SANTA JACK (N185)—Keychain $4.99 RAY HARRYHAUSEN FILM LIBRARY HARRYHAUSEN SERIES 4: 4-INCH RESIN FIGURE 5-PIECE SET Imported from Japan! The Ray Harryhausen Fantasy Series continues with this five-piece set of figures showcasing creature creations featured in Ray's fantasy film classic, The Golden Voyage of Sinbad! This set includes Kali, Homonculus, Cytaur (cyclops/centaur), Griffin, and Wooden Woman. Each figure stands approximately 4" tall, and comes individually boxed, painted, and ready for play/display. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4878) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Set (x5) $60.00 HARRYHAUSEN SERIES 5: 4-INCH RESIN FIGURE 7-PIECE SET Imported from Japan! Here's yet another set in the Ray Harryhausen Fantasy Series, featuring monsters from the Harryhausen classic, Sinbad & The Eye of the Tiger! This set includes The Minoton, Ghouls (x3), Troglodyte, Giant Walrus, and the Guardian of the Shrine. Each figure stands approximately 4" tall, and comes individually boxed, painted, and ready for play/display. Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (4878) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Set (x7) $70.00 VIDEO GAMES OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARMORED CORE 2 ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Produced by Kotobukiya! From the upcoming Playstation 2 video game! Armored Core 2 takes the awesome robots of the original Armored Core to the next level, and these exciting new figures bring them home to your robot collection! Standing approximately 5½" tall, these figures accurately replicate the robots seen in the game. Each comes pre- assembled with 25 points of articulation, and includes the following weapons: EWG-RF-M35 gun, EWC-CNG4000 chaingun, EWM-S612 missile pod, and EFX-AM-45 missiles. These awesome action figures are sculpted by Japan's Ryoichi Itoh. Choose from High-End Action Model #1 and High-End Action Model #2. Original Japanese blister card packaging. Available now! (4898) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. ROBOT #1—Figure $26.99 ROBOT #2—Figure $26.99 O/A FINAL FANTASY VII: AERITH RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Perky, faithful, steadfast… Aerith is but one of the members of the band of heroes that players gather together in the Playstation classic, Final Fantasy VII. Now you can add the beautiful battler to your collection in the form of this stunning, resin statue. Highly detailed and expertly decorated, this resin statue stands 10" tall. Available now! (4898/77104) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Statue $74.99 O/A FINAL FANTASY VII: SEPHIROTH RESIN STATUE Guaranteed in stores! Imported from Japan! Standing strong, cool, and resolute, Sephiroth was the epitome of SOLDIER. Possessing exceptional skills of swordsmanship with his deadly Masamune companion blade, Sephiroth walked the world on behalf of Shinra Inc. Now you can add this deadly warrior from Final Fantasy VII to your collection as this highly detailed, expertly decorated resin statue standing 12" tall. Available now! (4898/77103) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Statue $74.99 ****************** MODELS SECTION ANIME DRAGONBALL Z GOKU BUST From the wildly successful anime television program Dragonball Z comes this first release in a new series of mini-resin busts of those defenders of the Earth and their greatest villains! Goku, the main hero of Dragonball Z and Earth's greatest champion, starts the series off. This cold-cast resin bust measures approximately 6½" tall and comes mounted on a beautifully sculpted logo base, all packaged in a collector's window box. Individually numbered for extreme collectibility! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/20030) (CAUT: 4) Bust $45.00 TENCHI MUYO RYOKO RESIN BUST A demon is imprisoned in a cave inside the ancient Masaki Shrine. When Tenchi Masaki, a student in the local high school, accidentally breaks the shrine's seal, he discovers that the stories of a demon are not just legend! Awakened from a deep sleep, Ryoko, the "demon" in the form of a beautiful young girl, is furious to discover that she has been imprisoned for over 700 years, and launches an all-out attack on Tenchi! Ryoko is splendidly captured as this mini resin-bust! At 6½" tall and packed in a collector-friendly window box, this amazing statue is a great addition to anyone's anime collection! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/20009) (CAUT: 4) Bust $45.00 TRIGUN HYPER-RELIEF: VASH THE STAMPEDE Following on the heels of the successful Trigun: Vash Mini Resin-Bust come this new product featuring the most feared gunslinger ever known. The Trigun: Vash Hyper-Relief is a fully painted cold-cast relief sculpture that you hang on your wall or place on an easel. It's a 3-dimensional recreation of the $$60,000,000,000 reward poster featured on the cover of the first DVD release. Measuring 6" x 9½", this new and unique collectible is a must-have for all Trigun fans and resin collectors alike. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/21001) (CAUT: 4) Hyper-Relief $75.00 CHAOS! COMICS LADY DEATH & PURGATORI BOOKENDS A Diamond Select Offering! Lady Death, the ravishing Goddess of the Netherworld, and her demonic nemesis, Purgatori, strike a pose in this stunning bookend set! Sculpted by Barsom Manashian, this bookend set features Purgatori and Lady Death both resting atop a mound of skulls, with a "stone" wall — complete with the Chaos! Shield, behind them. Painted and ready to display, the bookend are limited to 3,000 sets. Also available is a Special Edition version, which features the skull mounds cast in clear resin, with red jewels set in the eye sockets of the Chaos! Shield skull, and golden nameplates. The Special Edition has a limited run of 300 sets. Lady Death and Purgatori measure approximately 6" tall, wall measures 6½" tall. Comes packaged in a custom box with a Certificate of Authenticity. Guaranteed in stores 6/27/01! Special Edition to ship soon after! (4667) (CAUT: 4) REGULAR ED.—Bookend Set $199.00 SPECIAL ED.—Bookend Set $300.00 COMIC BOOK HEROES DAWN BUST Joseph Michael Linsner's Dawn, the goddess of life and renewal, is immortalized as this stunning bust, created by Fewture Models! Designed by Dawn creator Linsner, and sculpted by Shigeru Yamazaki (the talented Japanese sculptor responsible for last year's Dawn 10th Anniversary Statue!), this amazing ½ scale bust stands approximately 14'' tall, with a clear breast plate featuring a clear cover with a lace design. This is Dawn as you've never seen her before! Painted and ready to display! Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (6268) Bust $198.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A UNDERDOG RESIN DIORAMAS "When there is trouble, I am not slow, so its hip-hip-hip, and away I go!" With these immortal words, Underdog leapt into action… usually to rescue his sweetheart, Sweet Sally Purebred, from the clutches of the villainous Simon Barsinister or Riff Raff! Now you can collect three cool 8" tall, cold-cast resin figures of Underdog, Simon Barsinister, or Riff Raff, all sculpted by Tony Cipriano and able to join together to form one giant diorama! Each comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. UNDERDOG—Diorama $150.00 RIFF RAFF—Diorama $150.00 SIMON BARSINISTER—Diorama $150.00 ************************* FANTASY BEAUTIFUL WARRIOR ON SKULL RESIN STATUE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4432/FG1306) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in North America and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL Statue $39.99 MARVEL HEROES MISTER FANTASTIC STATUE Bowen Designs continues their Fantastic Four statue series (begun with The Thing and Invisible Woman) with their latest release, Reed Richards, a.k.a. Mr. Fantastic! He's the brains of the FF, coming up with all of their super-science gadgets and vehicles. Stretching his rubbery frame, the 14" tall Mr. Fantastic is ready for battle — and his base can be combined with the previously released Thing and Invisible Woman statues to form a massive action diorama! Designed by Randy Bowen and sculpted by Tony McVey, this statue is painted and ready to display, and features an illustrated collector's box. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8824) (CAUT: 2 & 4) Statue $150.00 X-MEN: ANGEL MINI BUST The X-Men's high-flying "Angel," Warren Worthington III, has been through some major changes since he first joined Professor Xavier's team of mutants. This mini-bust depicts the winged mutant as we will always remember him, before Apocalypse transformed him into one of his Horsemen! Designed by Randy Bowen and sculpted by Sam Greenwell, the Angel Bust stands 5½" tall with base, and comes painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Mini-Bust $40.00 CAPTAIN AMERICA LEVEL 2 PLASTIC MODEL KIT If there's one thing we've come to expect from Cap, its that he doesn't mess around when it comes to dealing with those who make hate their #1 priority. And there's been no villain to surpass the evil and malice of the Nazi ideal, the Red Skull. Here, Captain America gives skull-boy a red glove in the puss, putting an end to his threat… for now! This "level 2" plastic model kit is meant for intermediate-level modelers and requires painting and assembly. Measures approximately 9" tall. Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (6393/48622) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Kit $9.99 THOR LEVEL 2 PLASTIC MODEL KIT By Mjolnir! The God of Thunder screams to the heavens in sweet victory over a foul beast. The mightily-muscled Asgardian is depicted in all his godly splendor, arms rippling, hammer held high over his head, one boot rested firmly on the decapitated noggin' of a fallen monster. Grisly but good! This "level 2" plastic model kit is meant for intermediate-level modelers and requires painting and assembly. Measures approximately 8¾" tall. Scheduled to ship in July 2001. (6393/48621) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Kit $9.99 MOVIES & TV HEAVY METAL 2000 STATUE From Moore Action Collectibles, who recently brought all of you F.A.K.K.2 fans their incredible action figures, now brings you Kevin Eastman's killer Heavy Metal cold-cast resin statue! This three-dimensional replica of Simon Bisley's Heavy Metal artwork is sculpted by Clayburn Moore and the Shiflett Brothers, this statue is limited to 1,500 pieces, and depicts F.A.K.K.2, Lord Tyler, and Zeek, standing atop a highly-detailed mountain of decimated warriors, creatures, and rubble. Statue measures 13" long, 9" wide, and stands 10½" tall. Painted and ready for display. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8734) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES Statue $119.99 I LOVE LUCY: "VITAMEATAVEGAMIN" MUSICAL SNOWGLOBE One of the all-time classic episodes of I Love Lucy finds the raucous redhead taking a job as a commercial actress for the health tonic, "Vitameatavegamin"… which just happens to have a high alcohol content. When Lucy blows take after take, and is forced to belt down dose after dose of the tonic, comedy magic ensues! This musical snowglobe features a hand-painted resin figure of Lucy inside the globe, and is set atop a table-style base. Snowglobe measures 5½" tall and plays the I Love Lucy theme song! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2001. (82/ILLGL2) (CAUT: 4) Snowglobe $34.99 MAD MONSTER PARTY: UNCLE BORIS (KARLOFF) STATUE From the cult-classic Rankin/Bass movie (creators of Rudolph) comes the first in a series of statues based on Mad Monster Party! Standing approximately 10" tall, with base, this caricature of horror movie legend Boris Karloff (who also lent his voice to the film) is sculpted by Tony Cipriano (Underdog statue series), and is limited to 500 pieces. Comes packaged in a full-color collector's box with a Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (4748/CS5) (CAUT: 4) Statue $100.00 STARS OF THE MONTH BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE FIGURE KITS John, Paul, George, and Ringo get animated as these wonderful model kits, depicting the Beatles as they appeared in the 1968 full-length cartoon feature, Yellow Submarine! Each comes with an instrument, as well as a variant head to turn them into Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band! Each comes packaged in its own illustrated long box. Painting and assembly required. (6243) (CAUT: 4) JOHN LENNON (5071/STAR10633)—Model $18.99 PAUL MCCARTNEY (5071/STAR10634)—Model $18.99 GEORGE HARRISON (5071/STAR10426)—Model $18.99 RINGO STARR (5072/STAR10427)—Model $18.99 **************************** SCI-FI & HORROR THE TIME MACHINE: MORLOCK BUST From George Pal's 1960 classic comes this bust kit depicting the cannibalistic Morlocks, the underground dwellers of a post- apocalyptic future who feed upon the docile and beautiful surface dwellers. Sculpted by Joe Simon, this ¼ scale bust kit requires painting and assembly. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (714/RBS11) (CAUT: 4) Kit $54.99 TRIGUN VIDEO GAMES FINAL FANTASY: THE SPIRITS WITHIN AKI ROSS MINI-BUST Released in conjunction with the of the Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within feature-length, all-CGI epic, this is the first in a series of highly detailed mini-resin busts of the main characters from the film. Aki Ross, the soft-spoken scientist, measures approximately 6¼" tall and sits atop a Final Fantasy logo base. Each bust is packaged in a collector-friendly window box and is individually numbered. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/20037) (CAUT: 4) Bust $39.99 FINAL FANTASY: THE SPIRITS WITHIN GRAY EDWARDS MINI-BUST The second character in the series of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within mini resin-busts depicts Gray Edwards, the leader of the Deep Eyes military combat unit. Gray is decked out in full armor, measures approximately 6¼" tall, and sits atop a Final Fantasy logo base. Each bust is packaged in a collector-friendly window box and is individually numbered. Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/20041) (CAUT: 4) Bust $39.99 FINAL FANTASY IX VIVI MINI-BUST The first in this highly collectible mini-bust series featuring the characters from the smash hit Playstation game, Final Fantasy IX. The magical Vivi stands 6¼" tall with arm extended, ready to cast a spell. Bust comes mounted on a special FFIX logo base. This cold-cast mini resin-bust comes packaged in a collector window box and is individually numbered! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/20021) (CAUT: 4) Bust $45.00 RESIDENT EVIL RESIN STATUE COLLECTION: CLAIRE REDFIELD Straight from the streets of Raccoon City comes the second in the highly detailed Resident Evil Statue Collection! From the second Resident Evil game comes the ever-popular Claire Redfield, the young girl who finds herself in a series of bizarre events, struggling to unravel the mystery of the city's zombie-infestation, and the insidious plans of the Umbrella Corporation. This cold-cast statue stands 8½" tall on a detailed re-creation of a Raccoon City street, where Claire first finds herself trapped and alone! Scheduled to ship in June 2001. (8644/25010) (CAUT: 4) Statue $99.99 PRINTS & POSTERS ADULT RICKY CARRALERO'S EYE CANDY COLLECTED WORKS PLEASE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (8626) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL SC, FC $24.95 RICKY CARRALERO LITHOGRAPHS PLEASE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (8626) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL NAUGHTY CHEERLEADER— Lithograph, 11x17, FC $34.95 STAR— Lithograph, 11x17, FC $34.95 1000 EDITIONS SCHUITEN POSTER SET Gaze into the deepest depths of an imaginative file cabinet, and you'd be surprised at what you would find. This set of 26" x 38" surreal fantastical Schuiten posters that feature the works "Vol de Nuit," "Vol de Jour," and "Shadow of Doubt." (133/MEP746) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Spain. Set $39.99 JAMES BOND GOLDFINGER SIGNED AND NUMBERED LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH Officially licensed by the 007 producers, this 16" x 20" lithograph commemorates the 35th anniversary of the third James Bond film. There were only 1,500 of these produced worldwide. Each print is signed and individually numbered by artist Jeff Marshall and actress Shirely Eaton ('Jill Masterson'). (4059/0220) (CAUT: 4) Lithograph, 16x20 $89.99 CARTOONS POWERPUFF GIRLS POSTERS Blue, pink, and green rays of light color our sky as the Professor unleashes the knuckle-swinging Powerpuff girls on all evil doers who think they can take over our town. Whether they're mad scientists, or big orange beasties with horns on their head, they don't have a chance of standing up next to the gals who can clean their clocks — and do it before bedtime! (4799) (CAUT: 4) PROFESSOR (1996)—Poster $5.99 FIGHTING EVIL (1994)—Poster $5.99 SIMPSONS BLACKBOARD POSTER It's time for Bart Simpson to atone for all his antics in the classroom, and that means coming clean on the blackboard via this large full-color poster! (4799/1945) (CAUT: 4) Poster $5.99 CBLDF CBLDF STOP THE TERROR POSTER Fight for your rights with the third of four posters in this inspiring new series from your friends at the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Pencil in hand, our brave soldier of freedom stands ready to defend your loved ones and your comics from the terrors of censorship. Designed by Randy Dahlk, this beautiful full-color poster measures 18" by 24" and is printed on heavy cardboard stock. Show your solidarity and support by proudly displaying it in your shop, home, school, or office. (8945/#3) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 18x24 $9.95 COMIC ART LEA HERNANDEZ RUMBLE GIRLS SIGNED LITHOGRAPH Lea's beautiful painted art is too beautiful to be contained in comic book size! Here is the cover to Rumble Girls #3, printed directly from the original art. Perfect for framing. Printed on 11" x 17" sturdy 80lb. paper with a gloss varnish. (4685/LHP02- FBY) (CAUT: 4) Lithograph, 11x17 $14.95 MARVEL WALL SCROLLS Her art is world-renowned. She makes flesh look like cool, smooth metal. She's Julie Bell, and if there's one thing she does well, it's draw superheroes. Here Julie shows her talents by rendering the Punisher, the fan-favorite X-Man, Gambit, Spider- man and the Green Goblin, and ol' Shellhead himself, Iron Man, on large 29" x 40" wall scrolls. (4464) (CAUT: 4) GAMBIT Wall scroll, 29x40 $19.95 IRON MAN Wall scroll, 29x40 $19.95 PUNISHER Wall scroll, 29x40 $19.95 SPIDER-MAN/GREEN GOBLIN Wall scroll, 29x40 $19.95 GREAT EASTERN DRAGONBALL Z WALL SCROLLS Dragonball Z fans know you can never get enough authentic DZ art to decorate the house. And if you're going to start a Dragonball Z theme for a particular room, you'll want to consider these wall scrolls that measure a whopping 31" x 43". Practically billboard size! (4632) (CAUT: 4) #1 (GE1004)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 #2 (GE1009)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 #3 (GE1066)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 DRAGONBALL Z BAMBOO BLIND #12 Not one to throw up road signs and bed sheets around the joint? Need some décor which bespeaks your choice in anime excitement? Pick up this colorful Dragonball Z Bamboo Blind (4632/GE55015) (CAUT: 4) Bamboo blind, 35x44 $27.00 NAZCA WALL SCROLL Art of Nazca is now yours to display on a 31" x 43" wall scroll. This is art that is soothing, and meant for ambience. For the reserved, low-key anime enthusiast who doesn't require a lot of background noise in his atmosphere, this is the wall scroll perfectly tailored for quiet-time. (4632/GE1053) (CAUT: 4) Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 RESIDENT EVIL WALL SCROLLS With unbelievable horrific graphics that can peel paint off of hospital walls, the Resident Evil video games take you into feeding frenzy adventures where undead creatures fight over the turn to bite you in the head. Our strong and determined RE heroes and heroine stand ready for the next zombie challenge on these 31" x 43" wall scrolls. (4632) (CAUT: 4) #4 (GE1067)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 #5 (GE1068)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 SAILOR MOON WALL SCROLLS Bright days with young girls that like to hang out on the beach or at a picnic? Where do we sign up? When the leggy, perky, cheeky girls in the Sailor Moon clan come around to make you smile, you don't say no. So scarf up on these 31" x 43" full- color wall scrolls that help you decorate your home or office in style, and let the Sailor Moon gals provide the entertainment. (4632) (CAUT: 4) #4 (GE1059)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 #5 (GE1060)—Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 TENCHI MUYO WALL SCROLL #11 Fun in the sun and sand just took on a whole new meaning now that you can get this 31" x 43" Tenchi Muyo wall scroll that's great for belly laughs! (4632/GE1024) (CAUT: 4) Wall scroll, 31x43 $19.95 X-MEN X-MEN STANDEE SET With the arrival of these gene-benders, the world of comics became a different playing field. A new brand of heroes, heroines, and bad guys started changing the rules for four-color adventure. We all caught X-Men fever, and we've always been left wanting more. Now's your chance to pick up something X-tra special. This set of standees lets you hang out with Storm/Wolverine and Cyclops/Sabretooth. Check 'em out. (CAUT: 4) Set $24.99 COLLECTIBLES & NOVELTIES CANDY BARS OFFERED AGAIN O/A CHOCOLATE BARS Enjoy these delicious candy confections are in a wrapper emblazoned with original illustrations featuring some of you favorite characters! Choose from the Bode, Bogey, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Handy Man, PMS, Hot Head Paisan, Scooby-Doo, Tomb Raider Lara Croft, Lady Death, WWF Bad Guys, and Betty Boop candy bars. Flavors may include: milk chocolate, milk chocolate with caramel, milk chocolate with crispy rice, dark chocolate with raspberry crème, milk chocolate with peanut butter filling; milk chocolate with almonds, creamy white chocolate bar, and plain dark chocolate. (4505) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. BODE––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. BOGEY––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. BUFFY––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. HANDY MAN––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. PMS––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. HOT HEAD PAISAN––Chocolate Bars (Mature Audiences) SRP: $2.00Ea. SCOOBY-DOO––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. TOMB RAIDER––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. LADY DEATH––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. WWF BAD GUYS––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. BETTY BOOP––Chocolate Bars SRP: $2.00Ea. ************** CARDCAPTOR SAKURA CARDCAPTORS LARGE HEART CARRY-ALLS These heart-shaped large tin carry-alls all feature fourth grader Sakura! Each box measures 7" x 6 ½" x 2 ½" and has a handle, perfect for "carrying all." Go after these like they were Clow Cards! (4475/627007) (CAUT: 4) Carry-all SRP: $4.50Ea. CHAOS! COMICS SMILEY SHOT GLASS The evil smiley face on this shot glass is daring you to take another. The silver smiley face in front of cross bones appears on a black shot glass. (4922) (CAUT: 4) Shot Glass $6.00 PURGATORI BELT BUCKLE WITH BELT This black belt comes with a buckle with the Purgatori logo in silver. Make your fashion statement in support of the half demon, half vampire –– and 100% woman! (4922) (CAUT: 4) Buckle & Belt $28.00 PURGATORI CHROME LIGHTER This Purgatori chrome lighter is as hot as fire itself! For a woman who went to the flames of hell to meet Lucifer, Purgatori knows a thing or two about fire, and has her name on the front of this zippo. (4922) (CAUT: 4) Lighter $6.00 PURGATORI COFFIN FLASK This ingeniously shaped flask resembles a coffin, like one used by the ultimate vampire herself –– Purgatori! It has her name on the front of it, but you won't find Purgatori inside. It's all drink in here. (4922) (CAUT: 4) Flask $34.99 PURGATORI GOBLET What a month for Purgatori! Fans will not be able to resist adding this silver Purgatori goblet to their collection! (4922) (CAUT: 4) Goblet $20.00 SMILEY BELT BUCKLE WITH BELT This Smiley belt with buckle will gladly hold your pants up –– and do it with a smile! The devious grin of the face is in front of silver cross bones. (4922) (CAUT: 4) Buckle & Belt $28.00 SMILEY CHROME LIGHTER Show off this Smiley chrome lighter when you light up for your friends. Plain silver, how boring! This isn't your typical happy smiley face, this one means business! (4922) (CAUT: 4) Lighter $6.00 CLASSIC FILM & TELEVISION BETTY BOOP BIKER BETTY COOKIE JAR Betty Boop turned biker babe! The cute, big-eyed babe of the 1930s is the shape of this ceramic cookie jar. Fill it up with cookies as sweet as she is! Measures 6 ¾" x 9 ½" x 10 ½". (6500/11142) (CAUT: 4) Cookie Jar $64.99 BOZO PLUSH He's the oldest clown around –– Bozo! This 17" Bozo the Clown plush doll has a soft body and head. Let the laughs continue! (4417/14122) (CAUT: 4) Plush $23.99 I DREAM OF JEANNIE COOKIE JAR Inside you won't find Jeannie, but cookies! This cookie jar is shaped like the bottle Jeannie slept in on the television show. Measures 9" x 9" x 12 ½". (6500/69042) (CAUT: 4) Cookie Jar $54.00 MIGHTY MOUSE WORKMAN CARRY-ALL TIN "Here I come to save the day!" It's Mighty Mouse, the flying mouse super-hero that can sing too! This retro looking workman carry-all tin depicts Mighty Mouse as he's flying to the rescue. (4475/554507) (CAUT: 4) Tin $8.99 POPEYE SMALL TIN BOXES The man who almost got children to eat spinach –– and like it –– appears on these small tin boxes. Choose from three different designs: one orange and red box with Popeye and Olive Oyle sailing; one blue with the whole gang form the cartoon; and a green and blue box with Popeye throwing a punch. Measures 5 ½" x 4" x 2 ¼". (4475/603407) (CAUT: 4) Tin SRP: $3.99 WIZARD OF OZ BOBBERS The loveable stars from one of the most popular films of all time, The Wizard of Oz, have been made into bobbers. Each bobber is two pieces and has a related phrase on the base. Collect all four: Dorothy, "Friendship is like a rainbow"; Tin Man, "Have a Heart"; Cowardly Lion, "It takes courage to be King"; and the Scarecrow, "Great Minds Think Alike." Each measures approximately 3" x 3" x 7". (6500) (CAUT: 4) DOROTHY (71053)––Bobber $25.99 COWARDLY LION (71453)––Bobber $25.99 SCARECROW (71253)––Bobber $25.99 TIN MAN (71153)––Bobber $25.99 DOCTOR WHO DOCTOR WHO COMMEMORATIVE COVER EDITIONS The Doctor Who television series started in 1963; it's success spanning some 30 years. It revolved around Doctor Who, a man exiled from his own world, traveling through time and space in a TARDIS (Time and Relative Dimensions in Space) with its hill stock in the shape of a battered blue London Police box. Now, two special cover editions of Doctor Who are available: Battle of the Daleks, signed by Elizabeth Sladen with battling Daleks and sparks flying, and TARDIS First Day, signed by Tom Baker. (133) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (U.K. may purchase from U.K. vendors.) BATTLE OF THE DALEKS $12.00 TARDIS FIRST DAY $12.00 FARSCAPE FARSCAPE CAST TRAVEL MUG Join in the excitement of having travel ware fit for galactic journeys! The new Farscape stainless steel travel mug featuring colorful decal imagery of the cast won't spill your fill as you travel the world and keep your liquid concoction as hot as its first pour! (870/FSMUG7) (CAUT: 4) Mug $24.00 GAMES SHOOT A LOOP TIN MARBLE GAME This fun action marble game has thrilled several generations! Shoot-A-Loop is a classic game that allows you to play a variety of games. Comes with some basic games to get you started, but don't hesitate to create your own! Game comes with a Shoot-A- Loop game and three marbles. Suitable for ages five and up. (4870/925) (CAUT: 4) Game $15.00 SPACE TARGET MAGNETIC TIN GAME Hey Space Explorers! Space Target is an out-of-this-world magnetic dart game that allows you to create your own space rules. Board measures 8 ½" x 6 ½". (4870/902) (CAUT: 4) Game $8.00 GUNDAM WING GUNDAM WING LARGE COLLECTOR BOX The possibilities are endless with what you can store in this large collector's box. Features Gundam Wing art all over it, along with the Mobile Suit Gundam logo. Measures 12" x 8" x 3 ½". (4921/6040) (CAUT: 4) Box $16.99 HARRY POTTER HARRY POTTER QUIDDITCH COOKIE JAR Flying amongst the clouds on his broomstick, Harry plays Quidditch, the favorite game pf the kids at Hogwarts. Lift off Harry and the scene is magically turned into a cookie jar! (587/870587) (CAUT: 4) Cookie Jar $48.99 HARRY POTTER TROLL BATTLE FIGURINE Harry and his friends fight the humongous troll! This is the second issue in the Masterpiece Collection Series. Figurine stands 7 ½" tall and is made of cold cast resin and brass. So keep up Harry fans, don't let your Harry Potter collection fall behind! (587/836249) (CAUT: 4) Figurine $48.99 HARRY POTTER HERMIONE'S MAGIC COVERED BOX This trunk shaped box opens to reveal magic books and Hermione's other magic necessities. The second level opens up to reveal empty space beneath, room for you to store your own magical secrets! Stands 3" tall and is made of cold cast resin. (587/870838) (CAUT: 4) Box $13.99 HARRY POTTER MUGS Some of your favorite Harry Potter characters are now available as ceramic mugs, featuring just their faces and measuring approximately 4" tall. Choose from Hedwig (Harry's owl), Fluffy (the three-headed dog), and Harry himself! And if you simply can't pick a favorite, no problem! Just collect them all! (587) (CAUT: 4) HEDWIG (870781)––Mug $13.99 FLUFFY (870633)––Mug $13.99 HARRY (870595)––Mug $13.99 HARRY POTTER WALL PLAQUES Dress up your walls with these Harry Potter wall plaques. Choose from the 5 ½" Ron Weasley plaque that reads, "Warning, Potions Class in Session," the 6 ¾" Hermione plaque that reads, "Caution, Witchcraft Practiced Here," and the 5" Hogwarts plaque that reads, "Student, 1st year."(587) (CAUT: 4) RON WEASLEY (878154)––Plaque $13.99 HERMIONE (878170)––Plaque $13.99 HOGWARTS (878189)––Plaque $13.99 HARRY POTTER WATERBALLS These highly detailed Harry Potter figures incorporate glass waterballs. Choose from Harry with Norbert, or Ron Weasley with cauldron. Both stand approximately 5" tall and are made of cold cast resin and glass. (587) (CAUT: 4) HARRY (865877)––Waterball $21.99 RON (865893)––Waterball $21.99 HEROES KNIGHT'S DAGGER This finely detailed Knight's Dagger has a cast metal handle, twisted wire grip, and a cast metal scabbard. The blade is made with 420 stainless steel, and the entire dagger measures 16 3/8" long. (4792/UC1144) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Dagger $81.99 MASK OF ZORRO LIMITED EDITION SWORD An authentic reproduction of the actual sword used in the film. The cast metal handle has a 24 kt gold plated finish and simulated leather grip. The blade is made from 420 stainless steel with a false edge. Each sword is individually serialized and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Also comes with a hardwood wall plaque with a brass cloisonné medallion. Measures 36 ½" total length. (4792/UC1222) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Sword $250.00 MOVIES & TV CROW LUNCH BOX The Crow full-sized, metal lunch box is done in classic retro-style, heavy-duty construction. Comes complete with metal thermal container. Metal hanger built into box to hold drink container. From the original movie! Measures 9" x 7" x 4". (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $21.00 MR. CLEAN 12-INCH LIMITED EDITION FIGURE He's powerful, dependable, and makes tough jobs easier. He'll also clean your whole house. Mr. Clean was included in People Magazine's 1998 annual list of "Sexiest Men Alive." After 40 years, he is still as sexy as ever! Your favorite cleaning icon is now available as a collector's limited edition action figure! (4838/00159) (CAUT: 4) Figure $16.99 POWERPUFF GIRLS POWERPUFF GIRLS LARGE STORAGE BOX This large box features Bubbles, Blossom, and Buttercup shooting off into action. Whenever there's trouble in town, they're there to help! Features more art on the inside! Measures 12" x 8" x 3 ½". (4921/5651) (CAUT: 4) Box $16.99 POWERPUFF GIRLS LUNCH BOX The three kindergarten cuties appear in this small storage box, along with the Powerpuff Girls logo. Plus, more art on the inside! (4921/5551) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $9.99 POWERPUFF GIRLS STAR BOX The stars of the Powerpuff Girls cartoon on the Cartoon Network adorn this star shaped box. A star for stars! (4921/5851) (CAUT: 4) Box $9.50 SCOOBY DOO SCOOBY DOO DOME LUNCH BOX This old-fashioned dome lunch box features none other than… Scooby Dooby Doo! Be sure to pack a big enough lunch for Scooby to share too! Measures 8" x 4 ½" x 7 ¾". (6500/10676) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $13.99 SIMPSONS SIMPSONS HOMER LUNCH BOX An upset Homer points to his butt and asks, "Oh, cruel fate. Why do you mock me?" This embossed metal lunch box measures 9" x 7" x 4" and comes with a drink container with an image from the upcoming motion picture on the front. A metal hanger is built into the box to hold the drink container. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $24.99 STAR TREK STAR TREK "BORG BOMBSHELLS" PHOTO SET Long live the Queens! Long live the Borgs! Celebrate intelligence, power, courage, and sexuality with this set of official 8" x 10" photos worthy of stimulating the love-hate relationship the bombshells give us! Set includes a first-offered photo of the Voyager Borg Queen, Star Trek: First Contact's Borg Queen, and Voyager's sexy and sultry half-human, half Borg "Queen of Space" –– Seven of Nine! (870/VGRSET9) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $30.00 SUPER-HEROES SPIDER-MAN WORKMAN CARRY-ALL TIN This oval workman carry-all has none other than the master web slinger himself –– Spider-Man! Image is in front of a purple background with a yellow handle. Watch out, he's ready for action! (4475/704507) (CAUT: 4) Tin $8.99 SUPERMAN LARGE TIN BOXES One of America's favorite super-heroes is on these two embossed large lunch boxes. One has the Man of Steel breaking chains, and the other has Clark Kent tearing off his clothes to reveal his Superman outfit. Measures 7 ½" x 6" x 2 ¾". (4475/297607) (CAUT: 4) Box SRP: $4.99Ea. UNDERDOG PLUSH There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! One of the most exciting characters to arise from the classic cartoons of the 1960s, Underdog premiered in 1964 and aired 120 episodes until 1973. Through his exposure in global syndication, Underdog continues to reign with super-hero status in the hearts of fans everywhere! Stands 13" tall. (4417/14100) (CAUT: 4) Plush $16.99 TENCHI MUYO TENCHI MUYO 3D FIGURAL PUSH LIGHT Ryo-Ohki, the half cat and half rabbit that can pass through solid objects, lights up when you tap the top! Sasami's cute friend is a 3D sculpted vinyl figure! (4838/00177) (CAUT: 4) Plush Light $7.00 TENCHI MUYO PLUSH CLIP-ON Take Ryo-Ohki everywhere with you! This clip-on can fasten onto your keys, purse, belt loops, or almost anywhere with its strong plastic clip. Plush figure comes with a plastic jewel. (4838/00174CD) (CAUT: 4) Clip-On SRP: $3.50 TENCHI MUYO PUSH LIGHT PAL Everyone's favorite cabbit (cat/rabbit) is now your push light pal! Ryo-Ohki has a push light in his belly, just push it and he lights up! (4838/00176) (CAUT: 4) Push Light Pal $20.00 TOMB RAIDER TOMB RAIDER "CRAFTY CROFT" PHOTO SET She's hot! This officially licensed photo set features the first female video game action hero icon (Lara Croft) to make it to the big screen. Model/actress Angelina Jolie has what it takes –– bravery, strength, and passion for knives and guns! So hold on tight to this set of five 8" x 10" movie photos of the gal who'll keep the box office busy! (870/TRSET1) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $30.00 TOMB RAIDER LUNCH BOX #1 This classic style 9" x 7" x 4" lunch box is made of heavy duty construction. Comes complete with metal thermal drink container with a metal hanger built into box to hold it. And, the best part, it's covered with art from the upcoming Tomb Raider motion picture starring Angelina Jolie! (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunch Box $21.00 WACKY WOBBLERS BOZO WACKY WOBBLER Since his first television appearance in 1955, Bozo the Clown has entertained both children and adults alike. Now you can clown around with Bozo, with this official Bozo the Clown Wacky Wobbler. Let the fun begin! (4552/4008) (CAUT: 4) Wobbler $11.00 BEATNICK WACKY WOBBLER Can you dig? With sandals, a buree, go-tee, and drums around his neck, this Beatnick has the life we'd like to have again. (4552/4007) Wobbler $11.00 THE WB ANGEL UNDERGROUND PHOTO SET Angel and his confidants represent some of the most influential residents of the Los Angeles "underground," and this official set of five 8" x 10" color glossy photos featuring Doyle, Cordelia, and Angel is perfect for Angel fans everywhere! (870/ANGSET1) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) $29.95 BUFFY ICONS COBALT SHOT GLASS SET Beautiful silver, metallic, two-sided logo imagery from the ever-so-popular series Buffy the Vampire Slayer compliments this new, 1 ½ oz. Cobalt blue shot glass four pack! Metallic flames, hearts, crests, and stakes set a dazzling contrast across the cobalt blue glass –– the perfect way to impress your friends and Buffy fans alike! (870/BVSSHOTSET3) (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) $6.00 BUFFY HEART IN FLAMES VOTIVE GLASS The perfect way to keep your burning desire alive! This new, two-sided votive features the Buffy the Vampire Slayer logo on one side and purple flames surrounding a red heart across the other! Just add candle, fire, and leave the rest up to your imagination! (870/BVSVOT2) (CAUT: 4) Votive $6.00 CHARMED THREE WITCHES TRAVEL MUG An enchanting way to travel awaits you with this beautiful decal imagery of the Charmed trio across the front of this new stainless steel travel mug! (870) (CAUT: 4) Mug $24.00 VIDEO GAMES SNK VS CAPCOM KEYCHAINS The popular characters of SNK and CAPCOM collided in a pivotal battle of game history. And now they have been brought together again –– as awesome plush keychains! (4522/3100) (CAUT: 4) Keychain SRP: $3.99Ea. SUPPLIES SECTION ART BOOKS EON PENCILLERS AND INKERS COMBO PACK #2 The second installment of EON Productions' new project designed for Comic Book Artists. The Penciller's and Inker's Combo Pack #2 includes 12 pages of EON Professional Series Comic Art Boards, as well as 12 ready-to-ink pages of artwork. Inkers can ink the continuation of "Amber," EON's original story created exclusively for the Combo Pack Series. This installment features the artwork of Studio 3 artists Jack Jadson and Amorim. Excellent material to use for submissions! (4553) (CAUT: 4) Pack PI SUPPLY CARD BOXES CARDBOARD STORAGE BOXES Gone are the days when your trading cards were damaged as a result of being left in the sun, from somebody ripping them apart, or from anything else. These storage boxes are the solution to all collecting problems. You and your cards can both feel safe and secure knowing that the utmost protection has been secured, when using one of these storage boxes. All are sold 25 per bundle. Available in 5000Ct, 3200Ct, 2400Ct, 1600Ct, 800Ct, 660Ct, 500Ct, 400Ct, 330Ct, 200Ct, 45Ct. Graded. (4666) Box PI COMICARE OFFERED AGAIN O/A COMICARE PLASTIC TITLE DIVIDERS Everyone knows that when you keep those boxes of comic books organized, they're much easier to browse through! With these durable, plastic dividers, you can easily flip through your box to quickly find the title you want. They fit neatly inside all ComiCare and Comic Defense boxes. Dividers come in white or black. Sold in quantities of 100. (797) WHITE (SUPPLY033)—Divider PI BLACK (SUPPLY034)—Divider PI O/A COMICARE POLYETHYLENE BAGS The perfect (and economical!) way to protect your valuable comics! Made of 100% virgin material, these 3 mil. thick bags are resealable pre-counted bags sold in packs of 100. CURRENT (SUPPLY105)—Bag PI SILVER (SUPPLY106)—Bag PI GOLDEN (SUPPLY107)—Bag PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY108)—Bag PI O/A COMICARE TREASURY SIZE PE BAGS The people have triumphed again! In a stunning show of hands, fans have shown the publishers just how crazy they are for the huge tomes of yesteryear. You remember those big books that we used to mail order like crazy when we were kids. We were crazy for movie adaptations of Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica, and 2001. The recent surge in nostalgia has made many retailers unearth these beauties, and now publishers are back to printing these colossal comics, as we've recently seen with Superman: Peace On Earth and Superman-Fantastic Four. Fortunately, ComiCare has released 3 mil. 10 1/4" x 13 3/4" polyethylene bags that fit the old and new treasury editions alike. It's about time, eh? Get 'em while they're hot, or be left out in the cold! (797/SUPPLY199) Bag PI O/A COMICARE POLYPROPYLENE BAGS Lighter and less expensive than their Polyethylene counterparts, these bags are ideal for keeping your comics safe! Made of 100% virgin material, these 2 mil. thick bags are resealable pre-counted bags sold in packs of 100. CURRENT (SUPPLY109)—Bag PI SILVER (SUPPLY110)—Bag PI GOLDEN (SUPPLY111)—Bag PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY112)—Bag PI O/A COMICARE VENDING BOARDS The perfect companion for the Comic Covers bags, these boards are designed specifically to fit snugly inside! Current and Silver boards are sold in quantities of 100, and Magazine and Golden boards are sold in quantities of 50. CURRENT (SUPPLY115)—Board PI SILVER (SUPPLY116)—Board PI GOLDEN (SUPPLY119)—Board PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY117)—Board PI O/A COMICARE PRIVACY VIEW CURRENT POLYPROPYLENE BAGS Now you can showcase your adult material and have them protected at the same time. With only the title showing, this bag keeps your personal items private! Great for retailers to display adult comics on their shelves! Made from polypropylene in current size. Sold in packs of 100. Measures 6 7/8" x 10 ½". (SUPPLY118) Board PI O/A COMICARE COMIC BOXES These durable, double-walled "oyster white" boxes come in three sizes – perfect for any collector's needs. Boxes feature double-walled bottoms with single-walled box lids. Available in Long (300 comics), Short (150 comics), and Magazine (150 comics). Sold in quantities of 10. LONG (SUPPLY123)—Board PI SHORT (SUPPLY124)—Board PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY125)—Board PI O/A COMICARE SAMPLER If the big show is just around the corner, and you've procrastinated to the last minute again, you need to bag, board, and store your books fast – and still look like the professional! Use this ComiCare Sampler to get the job done right without the hassles of hunting down individual supplies. This package contains 500 Current bags, 50 Current boards, and 3 Short Comic boxes! Sampler (SUPPLY 126) PI ************************************** GAME SECTION AMARILLO DESIGN BUREAU, INC. CAPTAIN'S LOG 22 Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) ADB 05722 SRP: $14.95 ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP WARLORD COLLECTIBLE CARD GAME: SAGA OF THE STORM Warlord: Saga of The Storm is a skirmish-level, fantasy battle game on cards incorporating 6 major legions: Elves, Dwarves, Nothrogs (rather orcish), Deverenian Empire (Evil Humans), the Free Kingdoms (Good Humans) and the Mercenaries (A sixth faction only available in the booster packs). Each player represents an opposing Warlord commanding their army on the battlefield using a pyramid-scale formation, deploying troops into battle and strengthening their ranks with reinforcements of warriors, rogues, clerics, and wizards. With a simple, fast-paced D20-dice based combat system that allows for elements of "fortunes of war", a vast array of character cards and profiles touting unique and specialized abilities and equipment, and a measure of unprecedented strategic implementation, Warlords will take you into the heat of battle, and beyond! This series is introduced in 50-card, pre-constructed "Legion Decks" of 10-count Displays, and 11-card, 48-count Booster Pack Displays. Also, Two-Player Starter Sets containing two pre-constructed decks showcasing armies of the Free Kingdoms and Nothrog legion, a full playmat and complete rulebook are available in 6-count Displays. Release Date: April, 2001. AEG 6100-D Starter Display SRP: $99.90 AEG 6100-S Starter Deck SRP: $9.99 AEG 6101-D Booster Display SRP: $133.92 AEG 6101-S Booster Pack SRP: $2.79 AEG 6102-D 2-Player Starter Display SRP: $119.94 AEG 6102-S 2-Player Starter Deck SRP: $19.95 AGENTS OF GAMING EARTH BALDUR INF VEHICLE PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5102 SRP: $19.95 EARTH DISMOUNTED INFANTRY PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5103 SRP: $14.95 EARTH LOKI ARTILLERY PLATOON (4) GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5104 SRP: $19.95 EARTH RECON & COMMAND PACK GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5105 SRP: $19.95 EARTH THOR TANK PLATOON (4) GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5101 SRP: $19.95 FLEET ACTION DILGAR THORUN DARTFIGHTER Fleet Action Miniature. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG FA-2703 SRP: $9.95 MINBARI DISMOUNTED INFANTRY PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5203 SRP: $14.95 MINBARI INFANTRY VEHICLE PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5202 SRP: $19.95 MINBARI RECON & COMMAND PACK GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5205 SRP: $19.95 MINBARI SUPPORT PLATOON (4) GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5204 SRP: $19.95 MINBARI TANK PLATOON (4) GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5201 SRP: $19.95 NARN D'KA'TAL ARTILLERY PLATOON (3) GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5304 SRP: $14.95 NARN DISMOUNTED INFANTRY PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5303 SRP: $14.95 NARN D'VA'KORAC INF VEHICLE PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5302 SRP: $14.95 NARN D'VA'TREN TANK PLATOON GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5301 SRP: $14.95 NARN RECON & COMMAND PACK GROPOS Miniatures. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) AOG GP-5305 SRP: $19.95 CHAOSIUM INC. LUNAR IMPERIAL HANDBOOK/PLAYER GUIDE This tome offers an insider's look at the vast Lunar Empire, tearing aside the facade of evil and decadence, and revealing the brilliance and liberty of the great Empire. From the skeptical Carmanian Know Learner School to the savage Deshkorgos worshippers, the Empire is a fusion of many disparate regions, each harboring particular magics and customs. Now is your opportunity to explore the numerous customs, traditions, people, and regions that permeate this fantasy world. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) CHA WA1302 SRP: $19.95 DREAM POD 9 GEAR KRIEG: MINIATURE GAME STARTER PACK This Gear Krieg introduction pack includes 3 major Rulebooks, 18 miniature blister packs, a one-panel wall mount peg board display with pegs, a book holder, and header card to top it all off. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) DPN GKM SRP: $268.00 HEAVY GEAR: MINIATURE GAME STARTER PACK This Heavy Gear introduction pack supplies you with 4 major Rulebooks, 66 miniature blister packs with a mix of 35 different units of miniatures, decals and terrain, and a three-panel wall mount peg board display with pegs, a book holder, and header card to top it all off. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) DPN HGM SRP: $546.65 JOVIAN CHRONICLES: MINIATURE GAME STARTER PACK This Jovian Chronicles introduction pack comes complete with 4 major Rulebooks, 44 miniature blister packs, and a two-panel wall mount peg board display with pegs, a book holder, and header card to top it all off. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) DPN JCM SRP: $383.70 FASA CORPORATION SHADOWRUN: SHADOWS OF NORTH AMERICA This Shadowrun sourcebook details all the the Shadowrunner hot spots and players in each of the nations of North America, including Native American, and the elven state Tir Tairngire and the dragon-ruled city of Denver. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) FAS 7218 SRP: $20.00 FAR FUTURE ENTERPRISES CLASSIC TRAVELLER REPRINT 9 This sourcebook collects modules (1-5) for Traveller, and includes these five modules titled Tarsus (originally boxed), Beltstrike (originally boxed), Spinward Marches Campaign, Alien Realms, and Atlas of the Imperium, which includes newly created Atlas star data maps not previously available for the original product. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) FFE 009 SRP: $38.00 FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES LEGEND & LAIRS D20 SYSTEM ADVENTURES Introducing a series of exciting adventures for the Legends & Lairs D20 System fantasy line. Each 16-page booklet presents a complete fantasy adventure, including maps, illustrations, and new monsters, traps, and treasures! Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) Black Stairs FFG DD-12 SRP: $3.95 Dark Tribe FFG DD-11 SRP: $3.95 Lost Hunt FFG DD-10 SRP: $3.95 Sign of the Skull FFG DD-15 SRP: $3.95 Thiefs Gold FFG DD-14 SRP: $3.95 Tuggarth Gauntlet FFG DD-09 SRP: $3.95 Voyage to Storm Isle FFG DD-13 SRP: $3.95 Wreyland Serpent FFG DD-16 SRP: $3.95 GAMES WORKSHOP INQUISITOR DAMIEN 1427 Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 70-07 SRP: $19.99 INQUISITOR DEATHWATCH BATTLE BROTHER Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 70-06 SRP: $24.99 INQUISITOR EISENHORN Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 70-09 SRP: $24.99 INQUISITOR RULEBOOK Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 70-01 SRP: $39.99 INQUISITOR TERRAIN PIECE Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 64-15 SRP: $44.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS ARMY BOOK Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 0141 SRP: $19.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS FELL BATS Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8572R-N SRP: $8.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS GRAVE GUARD Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8572T-N SRP: $6.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS GRAVE GUARD COMMAND Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8572Z SRP: $9.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS LAHMIAN VAMPIRE Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8572V-N SRP: $14.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS NECRARCH LORD ON ZOMBIE DRAGO Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 1598 SRP: $44.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS VON CARSTEIN VAMPIRES Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8572W SRP: $14.99 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE: VAMPIRE COUNTS WIGHT STANDARD BEARER Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GAW 8571D SRP: $8.99 GREEN KNIGHT PUBLISHING MERRIEST KNIGHT Under the guidance of editor Mike Ashley, The Merriest Knight gathers for the first time all of Canadian author and poet Theodore Goodridge Roberts' tales of Sir Dinadian, possibly the most practical of the Knights of the Round Table, and includes the previously unpublished "Quest's End", and several other long-lost Arthurian works by this master of the stylish adventure yarn and historical romance. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) GKP 6210 SRP: $21.95 KENZER & COMPANY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS COIN'S END (D20 SYSTEM) The third and final chapter in the "Evil Coin" series playable in the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting, Kingdoms of Kalamar 3rd Edition. The epic story comes to a head as the players, now armed with the means to destroy the Evil Coin, tread cautiously into frozen northern barbarian lands to confront the evil nemesis in her own territory. With a vast, humanoid army, and the awesome power of the Wicked Coin of Darkness by her side, can the player's hope to stop her before her power grows beyond control? A D20 SYSTEM fantasy adventure for 6th Level characters. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 1102 SRP: $12.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS FORGING DARKNESS (D20 SYSTEM) Introducing the second new adventure module in the "Evil Coin" series playable in the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting, Kingdoms of Kalamar 3rd Edition. The epic story continues as the players quest for three ingredients to forge magic coin to use to defeat an evil wizard. Which will prove the most dangerous to acquire? The mysterious diamond touched by death, the blood of an outsider spilled by a coward, or a hint of blue dragon's breath? A D20 System fantasy adventure for 3rd - 4th Level characters. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 1101 SRP: $12.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS IN THE SHADOW OF DRAGON COMIC #2 As the adventurers' dramatic journey in Greyhawk continues, Rel Astra's champions must now navigate past the hidden dangers of the Lone Heath. However, they do this with the addition of a mighty Hammerback dwarf joining the fray...much to Kiernan's dismay. Will the heroes be able to endure the treacherous swampland, or will it swallow them up one by one? Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 502 SRP: $2.95 FAIRY MEAT CLOCKWORK STOMP The slapstick-slaughter world of Fairy Meat just got a tad more violent! A new level of mayhem is introduced in this first supplement to the wee folk insanity, as gnomes, clock-fairies, gremlins and pixies enter the bloody fray. Share in gnomic technology and crank up the Hackfactor with high-tech weapons ranging from sawed-off shotguns to flame-throwers and chainsaws! Learn first-hand why the gnomes of Krimptit are such a secretive, antisocial lot, and meet Gunkdunder Albany's breakthrough invention, the Clock-Fairy: an insidious creation that allows you to build your own fairys with propellers instead of wings, with weapons instead of hands! Now, you can boldly go where no fairy has gone before! Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 404 SRP: $19.95 HACKLOPEDIA OF BEASTS VOLUME 1 This comprehensive set of reference manuals is a must for HackMaster GM's and players alike. The first in a series of volumes, beginning with the letters A-D, the 4th Edition Hacklopedia has been revised, edited, and updated, and details a slew of terrifying monsters, their social structures, activity cycles, diets, attack modes, and morale, as well as specific rules in salvaging monster remains of potential value. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 2001 SRP: $24.95 HACKLOPEDIA OF BEASTS VOLUME 2 The second volume of creature reference manuals for the HackMaster 4th Edition RPG, continues your horrifying tour into the horrors and monstrosities that plague your campaign world. Only the stout of heart need apply. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 2002 SRP: $24.95 HACKMASTER RPG 4TH EDITION PLAYERS HANDBOOK The game of choice for all the Knights of the Dinner Table! Originally released by Hard 8 Enterprises, HackMaster brings you back to your roleplaying roots with the game that started it all! It's about killing and breaking things in this hilarious, yet fully playable RPG of mad sorcerers, armies of orcs, and wicked weapons, and this tome contains everything a player needs to delve into the wonderful violent world of HackMaster. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 1200 SRP: $24.95 ROOT OF ALL EVIL (FOR D20 SYSTEM) The first adventure module for 1st Level characters set in the new Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting, Kingdoms of Kalamar third edition, begins in the northern country of Shynabyth where the players are assembled to locate the remnants of a meteor said to be comprised of the rare substance mithril. However, what they uncover is an evil rooted deeply in the depths of Reanaaria Bay, and an insidious plot to construct a magic relic of unimaginable destructive force...power that may ultimately destroy them all! Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) KEN 1100 SRP: $12.95 OSPREY BOOKS BRITISH ARMY 1939-45 (1) NW EUROPE The importance of the British Army's contribution to World War II - and of WWII in the history of the British Army - is impossible to overstate. This first of three titles covers the introduction of new uniforms and equipment, based on a new tactical doctrine, in the 1930s; the costly lessons of Norway and France, 1940; the grim period when Britain stood alone in the world against Hitler's Germany; the slow build-up to the Second Front; and the army which crossed the Channel on D-Day 1944, and liberated huge areas of Western Europe by spring 1945. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP 0354 SRP: $14.95 F-80 SHOOTING STAR UNITS OVER KOREA The USAF's first successful jet fighter, the F-80 actually made a name for itself in combat as a strike bomber during the Korean War. A Shooting Star also shot down the first MiG-15 lost during the campaign in what is believed to have been the world's first ever jet-versus-jet engagement. Read in this volume how the 8th and 49th Fighter Bomber Wings in Korea, F-80Cs completed an amazing 98,515, combat sorties, shot down 37 aircraft (including six MiG-15s), dropped 33,266 US tons of bombs and fired off 80,935 air-to-ground rockets. Aside from the fighter-bomber F-80C, photo-recce RF-80A/Cs and 'hack' two-seat T-33s are also featured. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP FC-05 SRP: $19.95 ITALIAN ARMY 1940-45 (3) ITALY 43-45 This final book in our three-volume series on WWII Italian Army organization, uniforms and equipment covers the division of Italy's forces after the Armistice of 1943. Many units were raised by Mussolini's RSI to fight on beside the Germans, with entirely new and often impressive uniforms. Others joined and were equipped by the Allies; and simultaneously, a bitter civil war pitched Fascist security units against the partisan bands of the large and diverse pro-Allied guerrilla movement. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP 0353 SRP: $14.95 MESSERSCHMITT BF109 With number 17 the Osprey Modeling Manuals start a regular sub-series on modeling specific aircraft types. The first covers the standard Luftwaffe single-seat fighter of the early years of WW2, the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the mount of aces such as Adolf Galland and Werner Mšlders. With detailed step-by-step model photography, specially commissioned walkround photography, scale drawings and wartime shots, these books will provide all the details needed to model the main Bf109 version, "the 109E 'Emil', and other variants, particularly the "Gustav", the most numerous of all Bf 109 types, and the strange double-deck Mistel. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP CMM-17 SRP: $15.95 PEKING 1900 In the 19th century, China was gradually becoming another colony of the European powers which recognized her many riches that were ripe for the picking. From 1860 when Britain went to war with her, until the end of the century, China was constantly at odds with the world powers and her neighbors. By 1897, the Chinese were desperate to remove all foreigners from their land and used the Boxers as a tool for this purpose. Numerous atrocities were committed against foreigners, particularly missionaries, and in the middle of 1900 they turned their attention on the diplomatic missions in Peking. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP CS-85 SRP: $18.95 PRIVATEERS & PIRATES Following the pirate scourge of the early 18th century, sea captains took to privateering as a means of making money. A form of nationally sponsored piracy, it reached its peak during the American Revolution, with captains like John Paul Jones. Indeed, the fledgling American navy had to rely on privateers to disrupt British shipping between England and the rebellious colonies. Following peace in 1815, many former privateers turned to piracy, spawning the last great piratical wave, which would last for a decade. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP E-074 SRP: $16.95 UNION INFANTRYMAN 1861-1865 The Union Infantrymen were the 1,700 regiments of foot soldiers who became the mainstay of 'Mr. Lincoln's Army'. It was these long-suffering, hard-fighting Yankees from farmsteads, hamlets, and urban centres, that saved the Union. Their hopes and fears, joy and sorrows, cowardice and bravery were recorded in diaries, letters, memoirs and legions of histories. This title draws on these narratives, and together with contemporary images and photographs and meticulous archival research, provides a vivid account of how the common Union infantryman was recruited and trained, and how he lived and fought. The soldier's struggle was not insignificant - it was to preserve a nation torn asunder, where brother fought against brother. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP W-031 SRP: $16.95 US ARMY 1783-1811 The immediate 'prequel' to Men-at-Arms 'United States Army 1812-14', covering the crucial period between the end of the Revolutionary war and the resumption of war with Britain in 1812. It was in this period that the decision was taken (just!) that the USA should even have an army. It was a colorful transitional force, 'Mad Anthony' Wayne's Legion fought some significant battles against the Indians; a regular army was founded, and grew from scattered wilderness garrisons to a conventional force able to face the British regulars and Canadian volunteers in 1812-14. An interesting, detailed and well-written volume. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) OSP 0352 SRP: $14.95 PARADIGM CONCEPTS FIRES OF INSURRECTION (D20 SYSTEM) The final installment of the "Canceri Chronicles" for the Arcanis D20 System campaign setting continues the series' plot of deadly intrigue and macabre horror, thrusting the characters deeper still into the foul depths of the nation of Canceri and the terrors that lurk within its shadows. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) PCI 1003 SRP: $9.99 RIO GRANDE GAMES BABEL In this two-player game, players compete to erect temples on the five building sites displayed using cards accrued and played on their side of the gameboard adjacent to the sites. Representing the various tribes that inhabited the region at the time of Babel, players introduce cards that implement their tribe's unique skills and powers to gain prestige, influence, and property, enhancing their status among the region. Garner the most building points and win! For players ages 12 and up. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RGG 179 SRP: $19.95 REAPER MINIATURES AMBER DRAGON Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02457 SRP: $11.95 ANTI PALADIN Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02456 SRP: $2.95 ARAMIL, MALE ELVEN MAGE Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02473 SRP: $2.95 AVA FEMALE TEMPLAR KNIGHT Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02459 SRP: $2.95 BLACK LEGIONNAIRE W/2 HANDED SWORD Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02464 SRP: $2.95 BLACK LEGIONNAIRE W/SWORD/SHIELD Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02465 SRP: $2.95 BOREN BACKSLAP, DWARVEN RATCATCHER Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02474 SRP: $2.95 BORIS THE BLACK OF THE BLACK GAUNTLET Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02463 SRP: $3.25 BUGBEAR WARRIORS (2) Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02469 SRP: $6.95 CARNIVOROUS APE Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02466 SRP: $3.95 CAV ASSASSIN Combat Assault Vehicles Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 07020 SRP: $9.95 CAV SOVEREIGN Combat Assault Vehicles Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 07018 SRP: $9.95 CAV THUG Combat Assault Vehicles Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 07021 SRP: $9.95 CAV WARLORD Combat Assault Vehicles Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 07019 SRP: $9.95 CHRISTINA THE DEVOUT, FEMALE CLERIC Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02475 SRP: $2.95 COBART MALE HUMAN MAGE Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02461 SRP: $2.95 DISTRIBUTOR PACK 2ND QUARTER 2001 Dark Heaven Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 0007-J SRP: $100.00 ELDEST SON (FOR D20 SYSTEM) The first Dark Heaven Legends D20 System fantasy adventure, Eldest Son finds the characters in search of the oldest brother of a noble family who has gone missing in a prominent city. They will explore its most seedy of regions, and trawl its hidden depths, to uncover the dark secret behind his absence. Finding him is a certainty...whether dead, or alive, remains to be seen. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 11001 SRP: $9.95 FELIX, MALE WARRIOR Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02471 SRP: $2.95 GNOLL MARAUDERS (2) Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02467 SRP: $6.95 GUN METAL 3/4OZ Reaper Pro Paints. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 08111 SRP: $1.99 INK EXTENDER 3/4OZ Reaper Pro Paints. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 08208 SRP: $1.99 ISABELLA FEMALE VAMPIRE HUNTER Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02462 SRP: $2.95 KOBOLD RAIDERS (5) Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02470 SRP: $6.95 LIRIEL SILVERLOCKS FEMALE BARD Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02458 SRP: $2.95 RED METALLIC 3/4OZ Reaper Pro Paints. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 08110 SRP: $1.99 THAIN GRIMTHORN, DWARVEN WARRIOR Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02472 SRP: $2.95 TROLL FLESH 3/4OZ Reaper Pro Paints. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 08049 SRP: $1.99 UNHOLY WARRIOR Dark Heaven 25mm Heroic Scale Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02468 SRP: $2.95 VERNICIA FEMALE DARK ELF WARRIOR Dark Heaven 25mm Fantasy Miniatures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) RPR 02460 SRP: $2.95 STEVE JACKSON GAMES CARDBOARD HEROES Another often-requested reprint is the Cardboard Heroes line...beautifully drawn full-color stand-up figures. Much cheaper than miniatures, and more convenient too! Steve Jackson is reissuing all 13 sets of fantasy-themed Cardboard Heroes in one pack, and adding duplicates of some of the cannon-fodder figures like orcs and undead. Over 400 stand-up figures, plus over 300 flat counters for traps, dropped weapons, creepy crawlers and the like! Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 2100 SRP: $19.95 GEV PANEUROPEAN SET 4 LUFTPANZER COMPANY Following up the Paneuropean Starter Set in Deluxe G.E.V., here's the first Company Set for the Paneuropean forces. The reusable plastic case contains five 3-vehicle lances: 9 "Galahad" GEVs and 6 of the new "Cossack" Light GEVs. This set adds 72 points to your Ogre Miniatures force. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 10-2204 SRP: $19.95 GURPS TRAVELLER ALIEN RACES 4 Enough aliens to fill a cantina! GURPS Traveller Alien Races 4 brings 17 strange species to life, including the winged Ael Yael, the bureaucratic Bwaps, the nonviolent Virushi, and the newest species to be recognized as sentient, the aquatic Shalli. Compiled and edited by Loren Wiseman and Steve Jackson, this book features the creations of several favorite Traveller authors, including Phil Masters, David Pulver, and David Thomas. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 6609 SRP: $21.95 GURPS TRAVELLER PLANETARY SURVEY 2 The second of this new GURPS Traveller series, Planetary Survey 2 presents the homeworld of a recently discovered intelligent race, the Shriekers. Unfortunately, all that most of Humaniti cares about the Shriekers is that their eggs are precious jewels. Will you help the Shriekers, or help wipe them out for profit? Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 6802 SRP: $6.95 GURPS UNDEAD This popular GURPS title by Sean Punch returns as the opening scream in Steve Jackson's "Summer of Horror." Undead covers everything from subtle hauntings to undead necromancers, from Gothic vampires to brain-eating zombies, and features a history of the undead, guidelines for creating new undead, and a dozen classic undead archetypes with variants and sample characters. Additionally, you'll find details on using the undead as scenery, plot devices, monsters, villains, or heroes. Not to mention tombs, death gods, embalming, funerary rites, grave robbery, necromancy, pathology, souls, the afterlife, spells, symbolism, and more. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 6086 SRP: $19.95 TDP 2 EMPRESS MARAVA The Empress Marava-class Far Trader is a tough, long-range cargo ship, a favorite of many adventurous traders. This huge package showcases every extensive detail of a Marava on 16 two-sided maps, with hexes on one side and squares on the other, to fit any campaign! Also included is a sheet of Cardboard Heroes miniatures to crew your Marava, and a large cargo-hauling air/raft. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SJG 6621 SRP: $22.95 SCRYE MAGAZINE / KRAUSE PUBLICATIONS SCRYE COLLECTIBLE CARD GAME CHECKLIST & PRICE GUIDE With over 400 releases for over 100 games, showcasing an amazing 60,000 individual card listings, this is the first comprehensive price guide to catalog every collectible card game ever released. Included within this 464-page reference book, you'll find information on complete set descriptions highlighted by over 600 photos and complemented with text scribed by the gaming experts. You'll also find appendices detailing foreign card games, cross-references for Magic:The Gathering and Pokemon, plus current, accurate price lists for individual sets, boxes, and unopened packs. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) SRY SCCG SRP: $18.95 USAOPOLY NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION MONOPOLY It's the first and only Monopoly boardgame to celebrate 50 years of NHRA Drag Racing, featuring the hottest Top Fuel dragster, Nitro Funny Car, Pro Stock Car, Bike and Truck drivers in drag racing today! This game is sure to ignite fun and excitement as you vie to rule the NHRA by buying, selling, and trading championship drag racing teams. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 3) USO 134 SRP: $35.00 STAR TREK THE ORIGINAL CREW MONOPOLY Become a member of the "Original" U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 and "boldly go where no man has gone before!" Monopoly, the world's most popular board game, has been beamed to the Beta Quadrant. Your mission is to explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and create alliances. In your quest to own it all, you will encounter aliens from some of the most memorable episodes of the original Star Trek television series, including Kor, The Keeper, Tribbles and Gorn. This special limited edition Star Trel edition includes a Numbered Certificate of Authenticity bearing William Shatner's signature, and exclusive Alien Species Identification guide and U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Ship's Manifest, 8 collectible pewter tokens showcasing Captain Kirk, Commander Spock, Dr. "Bones" McCoy, Chief Engineer Scotty, Lt. Sulu, Lt. Uhura, Ensign Chekov, and Nurse Chapel, and more! Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 3) USO 111 SRP: $40.00 WEST END GAMES METABARONS GAMEMASTERS SCREEN This supplement provides gamemasters with a screen filled with useful charts and an 80-page rules companion for the Metabarons Roleplaying Game, including greater detail on the Honor system. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WEG 60002 SRP: $12.00 WIZARDS OF THE COAST DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: TOME & BLOOD GUIDE This accessory expansion for the D&D 3rd Edition campaign setting contains extensive guidelines for creating unique and innovative variations on wizard and sorcerer themed characters, allowing players a broader scope in customizing their characters with specific abilities, skills, and personalities. Release Date: July, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 11845 SRP: $19.95 DARK MATTER: OF AGED ANGELS PAPERBACK Escorting a mystic computer hacker to the Hoffman Institute plunges Jeane, Fitz, and Ngan into a desperate life-or-death struggle to recover the legendary, long-lost Holy Grail! Another horrific chapter in the Dark Matter series of novels. Release Date: July, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21876 SRP: $6.99 DRAGONLANCE: BETRAYAL HARDCOVER All our hero wants is a cure for the painful dragon scale embedded in his leg. All his motley crew want are adventure and riches. Shadowed by evil, and having sworn off heroism, he can't escape the horrors convulsing Krynn, or the betrayal that stalks him. The second hardcover volume in the Dhamon Saga set in the New Age Era of Dragonlance. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21860 SRP: $24.95 DRAGON LANCE: DRAGONS BLUFF PAPERBACK The son of one of the prominent Heroes of the Lance and his wizard companion journey to Flotsam to recover the body of the wizard's father, and soon discover that the rumors of his death are misconceived. Feared missing, the two adventurers seek to learn of his whereabouts, yet their search is compounded by the presence of a red dragon that is terrorizing the region. Another volume in the Crossroads series of novels exploring the previously uncharted regions of the Dragonlance world. Release Date: July, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21877 6.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: NEVERWINTER NIGHTS PAPERBACK Based on the computer game from BioWare, and rooted in the campaign realm of D&D 3rd Edition, Neverwinter Nights is an epic and unforgettable tale of faith, war, and betrayal along the windswept Sea of Swords nestled in the Forgotten Realms. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21816 SRP: $6.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: SERVANT OF THE SHARD PAPERBACK Servant of the Shard is the latest offering from New York Times bestselling author R. A. Salvatore, best known for his immensely popular Forgotten Realms novels. Join a cunning drow mercenary to the Crystal Shard, the evil sentient artifact of Icewind Dale, and all the land should tremble. Artemis Entreri, best assassin in all the Realms, watches with trepidation, knowing his position among the hated drow rests on the fate of the one dark elf he has come to trust. His fortunes rest upon a knife edge. Now in paperback form. Release Date: July, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21878 SRP: $7.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: SHATTERED MASK PAPERBACK When the matriarch of one of Sembia's oldest and most powerful merchant families is duped into an assassination attempt on her own husband, her family is thrown in turmoil. Yet, once the truth surfaces, both she and her husband must struggle to save their family against the evil sorcerer responsible for the deception, and the dark powers at his disposal. The third book in the open-ended Sembia series chronicling the Uskevren family in the world of Forgotten Realms. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21862 SRP: $6.99 GREYHAWK: RETURN TO THE TEMPLE OF ELEMENTAL EVIL The Temple of Elemental Evil is one of the most well-remembered adventure series from the early days of the Dungeons & Dragons game. Now, veteran designer Monte Cook revisits this legendary setting in an all-new adventure written for the third edition Dungeons & Dragons roleplaying game. Players will enjoy countless hours of play as they race against an evil band of priests attempting to unleash the dark god upon the world. The Return To series of adventures is a collection of tremendously popular adventures that revisits the most infamous dungeons from the early days of the D&D game. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 11843 SRP: $29.95 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: CRAB PAPERBACK For centuries, the Crab Clan has protected the Empire against the demon armies of the Shadowlands. Now, faced with a showdown against all the other clans, the Crab Clan abandons its history and allies itself with the very evil it has so long opposed. The fifth installment in the Clan War novel series for Legends of the Five Rings. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21879 SRP: $6.99 MAGIC THE GATHERING: APOCALYPSE PAPERBACK Urza Planeswalker has spent 3,000 years preparing for this very moment - the finale to the bloody Phyrexian invasion - standing at the ready to learn if all his planning, training and stockpiling will pay off. Apocalypse will be an all-out war where even heroes must pay the ultimate price. Book III of the Invasion Cycle in the series of Magic:The Gathering novels. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 21880 SRP: $6.99 STAR WARS: CREATURES OF THE GALAXY Did you know that it is believed by some xenologists that "Jawas" have human origins? Or, that the blood of the "Peko Peko" contains an anti-venom that is an ingredient in Gungan folk medicine? Or, even, that "Mynocks" are silicon-based parasites that are nurtured by stellar radiation? If not, now you can stray from the ranks of the unenlightened as you peruse the pages of this comprehensive guide to the Star Wars Universe. Within the pages of this sourcebook for the Star Wars RPG, Creatures of the Galaxy reveals new, previously unknown details and statistical information on numerous monsters, aliens, and powerful creatures that inhabit the vast cosmos, offering expanded Gamemaster options for NPC's, plus additional details on incorporating the various alien race specifics for player characters. Release Date: June, 2001. (CAUT 3) TSR 11844 SRP: $21.95 WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING CLAN NOVEL TRILOGY: TREMERE BOOK 2 In the Aftermath The Camarilla lost much ground along the East Coast in its recent war with the Sabbat. But the sect claimed one of the greatest prizes in the world - control of New York City. Of course, the Camarilla was never entirely absent from the city, but in recent years no clan held so firmly there, among the enemy, as did the Tremere. Now the story of their covert activities and greatest victory is told. Book Two in the Clan Novel Trilogy series. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 11118 SRP: $6.50 VAMPIRE: CLANBOOK RAVNOS Long held in ill regard by other Kindred, the Deceivers nonetheless claim one of the oldest legacies of all the race of Caine. A young, vibrant clan, the Ravnos adapt, making the most of a hostile world and turning it to their advantage as best they can. To that end, was their near-total annihilation a Biblical punishment or a rebirth from the ashes of the impending Gehenna? As the next entry in the revised lineup of clanbooks, Ravnos takes one of the classic Vampire sourcebooks and brings it into a modern context. All-new information accompanies revised material, inviting you to add as much depth to your character as you like. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 02364 SRP: $14.95 HUNTER THE RECKONING: PLAYERS GUIDE Now that your hunter knows the truth of the World of Darkness - that monsters lurk in the shadows, prey upon helpless victims and oppress humanity - he goes well armed into the night. Finally, the predator will know what it means to be the prey. The Hunter Players Guide is an essential resource for the game that offers all kinds of new rules, options, advice and tricks to bring to bear against the supernatural, whether your character intends to bring monsters back into the human fold, or destroy them with extreme prejudice. It's time to take back the night. A Hunter core rules supplement for players and Storytellers. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 08120 SRP: $25.95 HUNTER THE RECKONING: INHERIT THE EARTH PAPERBACK Unknown to most humans, the world is ruled by supernatural forces. Werewolves once corralled people like cattle. Vampires still refer to humanity as their herd. And there are mages who, though mortal themselves, utterly dismiss the unenlightened masses. But now a force turns its attention to the world and imbues a select few humans, not only with knowledge of the evil, but with the power to fight back. This anthology collects stories of these imbued, these hunters, and is based on the Hunter: The Reckoning Storyteller game. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 11903 SRP: $6.50 KINDRED OF THE EAST: KILLING STREETS THE MIDDLE KINGDOMS glimmering high-rises and endless slums provide a vast tapestry for the Cathayans who prey on the living. Violence, abuse and death crowd together in a sea of pain and filth, in which the Kuei-jin swim like sharks. Killing Streets explores the dark corners of Asian cities, and the places Cathayans lurk. From international crime cartels like the Yakuza to the dictators' work camps, from the glamorous clubs of Tokyo to the slums of Manila, this book provides an array of characters, resources and story seeds. A sourcebook for Kindred of the East. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 02930 SRP: $15.95 MAGE THE ASCENSION: LOST PATHS I Standing amid complex designs are magicians who've seen the rise and fall of empires. The mysterious Ahl-i-Batin skirt the edges of magical society, tugging at the strings of politics and religion to broaden human consciousness. Meanwhile, the stubborn Taftni refuse to give up their blatant magic in the face of increasingly hostile modern realities. Two siblings, opposite in nature, both desperate to survive in a world that has passed them by Ñ or will they rise like a sudden sandstorm and return to prominence? The first in the Lost Paths series explores the joint history of the Middle East's native mages, then explores their separate traditions, enchantments and allies in the aftermath of the Reckoning. This character sourcebook for Mage: The Ascension is the next volume in the Year of the Scarab series. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 04030 SRP: $17.95 WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: SILENT STRIDERS & BLACK FURIES BOOK 2 At a Concolation called by the Karin Jarlsdottir of the Get of Fenris, the Garou deem it time to confront a dangerous Wyrm beast at the heart of Serbia. In "Silent Striders", one of this book's two novellas, this foe is sought within the Umbral spirit world. In "Black Furies", the Garou attempt to gain information on the creature in the physical world, which demands a journey through blighted lands. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 11151 SRP: $6.50 WORLD OF DARKNESS: GYPSIES The supernatural creatures of the World of Darkness tend to think of humans as little more than animals, ignorant of what really goes on in the shadows. The Gypsies think this of the supernaturals. The Gypsies have seen things that would turn a werewolf's fur white, that would make a vampire cringe in terror. World of Darkness: Gypsies details the Rom of the Gothic- Punk world. Here's your chance to play one of the spiritual people who can contend with the monstrous horrors of the night, without compromising your humanity. This book provides all the information, rules and statistics you need to become a Gypsy in the World of Darkness. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WWP 02223 SRP: $15.00 WIZARD'S ATTIC BATTLE CATTLE LIGHT COW Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA RFM1001 SRP: $5.95 BATTLE CATTLE MEDIUM COW Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA RFM1002 SRP: $5.95 BATTLE CATTLE WEAPONS PACK #3 Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA RFM1007 SRP: $2.50 CARAVAN OF HOPE (D20 SYSTEM) In the small town of Singer Falls, a dilemma is brewing. A caravan of mercy is in need of some worthy adventurers to accompany it to the beleaguered Elves of Northwood. Easy enough, right? Wrong! The trail strays across the dreaded Blood Plateau, home of bloodthirsty Nomadic Orcs with evil intentions of their own. This 3rd Level supplement for the D20 System fantasy campaign setting is the first installment in the "Tales From the Blood Plateau" series of adventures. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA MKY1101 SRP: $8.95 DORK COVENANT / COLLECTED DORK TOWER VOLUME 1 (HARDCOVER) Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA DT2031 SRP: $29.95 LEGIONS OF HELL (D20 SYSTEM) Chris Pramas, the author of the popular AD&D Guide To Hell sourcebook returns to the pit in this 64-page tome focusing on the inhabitants of the nine layers. You'll find page after page of new foes culled forth from the Legions of Hell for the D20 System game system. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA GRR1005 SRP: $14.95 MASK OF MARRUK (D20 SYSTEM) A kidnapping, a besieged army, an ancient artifact, and a town on the brink of destruction. Just a taste of what you'll find lurking within the dark shadows of Fanghorn View. Charged with the task of finding the Baron's daughter, supposedly kidnapped and held for ransom in exchange for a legendary bronze mask, the player's task is only hindered by the presence of a rogue army that lays siege to the fateful town and its people. A D20 System fantasy adventure. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA MKY1102 SRP: $8.95 ROBOTANKS The arena sport of the future! Originally published by Gamesmiths in 1992, Robotanks is a strategy boardgame for 2-4 players using military simulations to program your tanks to defend your command post and destroy your enemies with displacers, viruses or plain, old-fashioned cannons. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA FMG4020 SRP: $14.95 THE GRIM (D20 SYSTEM) Elven Queen Galatea of House Ashque is hosting an elaborate gathering to celebrate the impending birth of her second child, her daughter Aviana. Things do not always go as planned, and the baby turns out to be a boy! The joy is cut short as the guests quickly learn of the Curse of the Secondborn Son, and that in the land of Faerie not all tales have a happy ending. A D20 System adventure for character levels 5-8. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA FDP1002 SRP: $9.95 TO STAND ON HALLOWED GROUND (D20 SYSTEM) The first in the "Bronze" line of D20 System fantasy game supplements, To Stand on Hallowed Ground features two haunting adventures in a flip-book double-cover style, offering twice the excitement! The two thematically-linked, 16-page adventures touches on a supernatural vein, and includes a series of Black & White counter sets to enhance your campaign setting. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA FDP2000 SRP: $7.95 WITCHFIRE 1 LONGEST NIGHT (D20 SYSTEM) Centering around the city of Corvis, in the Kingdom of Vorgod, and under the employ of a merchant caravan, the Player's find themselves in the 'City of Ghosts' where evil is afoot, long-hidden tombs release their secrets, and the roots of darkness grow deeply in the lineage of the priesthood. The first in a series of adventures set in the Iron Kingdoms D20 System fantasy world. Release Date: April, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA PIPWF001 SRP: $9.95 WITCHFIRE 2 FALL OF CORVIS (D20 SYSTEM) In Part II of the Witchfire Trilogy, the city of Corvis is seized by a dark army bent on conquering the realm. The PCs will have to use all their wits to help defeat the invaders! This scenario, designed for characters of levels 3-4, continues to develop the Iron Kingdoms game setting - a gritty fantasy world with a touch of steam power and black powder. Release Date: May, 2001. (CAUT 4) WZA PIPWF002 SRP: $9.95 VIDEO SECTION VIZ VIDEO MAISON IKKOKU, VOLUME 30: THE MARRY-GO-ROUND Mitaka's proposed to Kyoko! But what about his arranged marriage to Asuna? And is Godai gonna take Mitaka's proposal to Kyoko sitting down? Throw in a pack of dogs, a little girl coincidentally named Kyoko who has a major crush on Godai, and the rest of the Ikkoku gang into the mix and you have another wacky and romantic volume of Maison! 2 episodes, 52 mins. SUBTITLED, VHS, FC $28.95 RANMA 1/2, MARTIAL MAYHEM, SUBTITLED EDITION: ONE LUMP OR TWO It's another trip back to the land of martial arts tea ceremony as Sentaro makes a play for an all-new bride: Akane! Then: Martial arts gymnastics a girls-only sport? Not if three cloaked challengers have anything to say about it! The stakes are high but the panty-lines are higher… 2 episodes, 52 mins. SUBTITLED, VHS, FC $28.95 RANMA 1/2, RANDDOM RHAPSODY VOLUME ONE: WHO DO? VOODOO! All-new episodes by fan-favorite Rumiko Takahashi, the most popular female manga artist in the world! In these three episodes, see Ranma battle with Sotatsu, master of Marital Arts Calligraphy! Witness upperclassman Kuno and his sister, Kodachi, contend with their father, Ranma's kooky Hawaiian high school principal! And thrill to the strange, new kid with a crush on Akane and a creepy affection for voodoo dolls! 3 episodes, 78 mins. DUBBED, VHS, FC $24.95 DUAL FORMAT, DVD, FC $29.95 THE BEST OF RANMA 1/2 New to Ranma? Then what better way to learn about the strange household that is the Tendo Dojo, and the even stranger things that happen when Ranma and his friends get splashed with cold water! The Best of Ranma 1/2 is a collection of three tapes including the best episodes featuring Ranma, the best of his rival, Ryoga, and a volume containing series-creator Rumiko Takahashi's favorite storyline of all time! Running time: 182 mins. DUBBED, VHS, FC $39.95 ANIME AD POLICE VOLUME 3: PUZZLES VIDEO DUBBED From ADV Films! At first glance, the current rash of bizarre techno-crimes befalling Genom City seems haphazard and unconnected. But, as the A.D. Police investigate, they discover surprising coincidences linking the crimes and a sinister master plan begins to unfold. The surviving A.D. Police team takes some time to regroup following the string of tragedies they have recently endured, and as investigators get closer to the truth, Special Officer Hans Klief begins to realize that he is a critical piece of the puzzle. Approximate running time 75-minutes. (ADV AP-003D) VHS SRP: $19.98 AGENT AIKA FINAL BATTLE DVD From US Manga Corps! Aika's on vacation and ready to let her hair down. But she's seduced by a master manipulator intent on revenge. Can Aika fight her way to freedom without losing her heart, and her inhibitions? Frills will fly tonight! 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(PNE TBA003) DVD SRP: $24.98 ESCAFLOWNE VOLUME 7: LIGHT AND SHADOW DVD AND VIDEO From Bandai! Hitomi surrenders to the fortune-enhanced soldiers Naria and Eriya, but the enhancing process has some unpredictable side-effects. After her escape, Hitomi and Van are summoned to the ruins of Fanelia by Folken, where they must face the menace of the dragons and the shadows of the past that have haunted Van's elder brother since the days of his dragon- slaying ceremony. Approximate running time 75-Minutes. (PNE TBA004) DVD SRP: $29.98 (PNE 71149D) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.98 ESCAFLOWNE VOLUME 8: FOREVER AND EVER DVD AND VIDEO From Bandai! Wishing to escape the fighting, Hitomi finds herself suddenly transported to Earth on the very day she originally left! She has one chance to return to Gaea, but it will mean endangering her friends again. Meanwhile, on Gaea, the war escalates as the Doomsday Weapon is deployed. 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Pursued by the Gowas, they seek a key to the mystery in their shattered pasts, but will they find it in time to stop the fires of war? Kugutsu faces Kugutsu in deadly combat as monstrous Kugai crush their enemies underfoot and armed rebellion sweeps the nation! The gates of hell have been unlocked! Approximate running time 75-Minutes. (ADV DVDGK005) DVD SRP: $29.98 (ADV GK-005D) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.98 HARLOCK SAGA VOLUME 1 DVD From US Manga Corps! A killer has stolen a legendary treasure, magical gold! Now, as the universe spirals into chaos, the gods have awakened to avenge the theft. Noble space pirate Captain Harlock must restore the gold to its rightful heirs before humanity is caught in the crossfire! Collecting all 6 episodes of the epic series, this DVD format includes exclusives as a Behind the Scenes Video, interviews with the cast and creators, a Harlock Glossary, art gallery, scripts, and more! Approximate running time 180-Minutes. (CPM USM-2032) DVD SRP: $29.99 HARLOCK SAGA VOLUME 2: WRATH OF THE GODS VIDEO DUBBED From US Manga Corps! Space becomes a battlefield as warships descend upon the planet of gods! As the gods retaliate in fury, a terrible secret is revealed, and only Captain Harlock can solve the mystery and save the universe from interstellar war! (CPM USM-2025) VHS SRP: $19.99 MAGIC USERS CLUB VOLUMES 3 & 4 DVD AND VIDEOS From Anime Works! Akane's magic powers have finally attracted the wrong kind of attention, as the mysterious Bell seeks to capture her for study! Later, the Magic Club takes a vacation to the beach, but their plans are ruined as Miyama and her evil comic book club enter the scene. Can the hapless Magic Club president, Takahura, overcome the threat of his arch-nemesis Miyama and her deadly, tremendous bouncing chest?! Approximate running time 60-Minutes. (MDB MTD-4005) DVD SRP: $24.95 (MDB MT-4003) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.95 (MDB MT-4004) SUBTITLED —VHS SRP: $19.95 MARTIAN SUCCESSOR VOLUME 10: FRIEND OR FOE VIDEOS From ADV Films! Armed with a horrifying new weapon, the Nadesico heads towards a decisive engagement with the Jovian forces, but the mission becomes a living nightmare when the pilot team starts seeing ghosts! Then, a new hope for peace is sabotaged when an unexpected visitor arrives and new revelations about the origin of the war leave the Nadesico and her crew in the hands of the enemy! Approximate running time 60-Minutes. (ADV ND-010D) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.98 (ADV ND-010S) SUBTITLED —VHS SRP: $29.98 ************ OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEON GENESIS EVANGELION COLLECTIONS DVD From ADV Films! The year is 2015, and over half of Earth's population is devastated, victims of the first initial assault by a mysterious race of beings known as the Angels. To cultivate what little remains of Mankind, the human race must now place its lingering hopes and trust in the hands of the mysterious NERV agency and its awesome avatars, the giant bio-mechanical Evangelions. Our first and last defense, these monstrous creations are the only force on Earth that can stave the Angels' threatening presence and confront the massive invaders, head-on, in bloody hand-to-hand combat. However, even with these technological miracles, the future of humanity looms bleak, for only a handful of teenagers are capable of piloting an Evangelion, each of whom was born exactly nine months after the Angels' first attack. The ultimate battle for the future of Mankind has begun! Collection 1 contains episodes 1-4,120 minutes. Collection 2, episodes 5-8, 100 minutes. Collection 3, episodes 9-11, 75 minutes. Collection 4, episodes 12-14, 75 minutes. 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Approximate running time 180-Minutes. (CPM USM-2054) DVD SRP: $29.99 RUROUNI KENSHIN VOLUME 8: ICE BLUE EYES DVD AND VIDEOS From Anime Works! As the ambitious Shishio circles Japan in flames, Kenshin is forced to leave behind everything he loves and become a wanderer anew. After joining forces with Misao Makimachi, a young ninja and member of the Oniwaban group, Kenshin comes across a rural area that has already fallen into Shishio's grip, controlling the villages with public executions and random acts of terror, and drawing Kenshin closer and closer to the true heart of darkness. Yet, as he prepares to face off with Shishio, another opponent reappears after a long absence – a relentless warrior with a heart of ice and no hopes or dreams other than to defeat Kenshin! Approximate running time 100-Minutes. (MDB RKD-2007) DVD SRP: $29.95 (MDB RK-0314) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $24.95 (MDB RK-0315) SUBTITLED —VHS SRP: $24.95 SAMURAI: HUNT FOR THE SWORD VIDEO AND DVD From Anime Works! Shinjuro may be a little young to be the master of a swordsmanship school, but fate didn't give him a choice. Now his position and martial arts skill land him in the middle of serious trouble when the rogue samurai Mikage faces off against the Tokugawa government, and Shinjuro and the small group of swordsmen who train at the school must now protect the town from harm. However, the group won't be challenged until the Tokugawa house calls in a favor, and the young swordsman is forced to duel Mikage himself! Approximate running time 60-Minutes. (MDB AW-0103) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.95 (MDB AW-0104) DVD SRP: $24.95 STREET FIGHTER 2 V COLLECTION 3 DVD From Manga Entertainment! Ken verses Balrog for the life of Chun Li! Cammy attempts to assassinate Dohrai! Ryu captured by Vega and the forces of Shadowlaw! More action than you can possibly imagine! Contains episodes 15-21. Approximate running time 200-Minutes. Not available in Canada. Note: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic specialty stores. (CAUT 3 & 4) (MGA TBA001) DVD SRP: $29.95 STREET FIGHTER 2 V COLLECTION 4 DVD From Manga Entertainment! Fight to the finish! Hadou vs Psycho Power! Corrupted by Vega's influence upon the dark hadou that festers within him, Ryu confronts Ken with one, singular goal: to destroy him utterly! But, as the fight ensues, Ryu's inner powers awaken, shattering Vega's control over him. Now, joined together as a single fighting unit, they must gather forth their remaining strength and power to take down the all-powerful Vega before he unleashes utter genocide upon the world! The knuckle-busting, senses-shattering conclusion to the most talked about OVA in recent years! Contains episodes 22-29. Approximate running time 240-Minutes. Not available in Canada. Note: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic specialty stores. (CAUT 3 & 4) (MGA TBA002) DVD SRP: $29.95 TRIGUN VOLUME 8: HIGH NOON DVD AND VIDEOS From Pioneer Entertainment! The choices one makes. The excuses one uses. What do they mean in the end if you don't get what you want? The time for the ultimate showdown has arrived, but will Vash be able to save everyone? Can he save anyone? The stunning conclusion to the series! Approximate running time 100-Minutes. (PNE MT-0008V) DVD SRP: $29.98 (PNE MT-0008D) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $24.98 (PNE MT-0008S) SUBTITLED —VHS SRP: $29.98 VOLTRON 3RD DIMENSION DUBBED VIDEOS From Vidmark! The daytime Emmy award-winning, top-rated Voltron series continues! Volume 3 contains episodes "A Rift in the Force" and "Shades of Gray", while Volume 4 highlights episodes "Bride of the Monster" and "Descent Into Madness". Approximate running time 45-minutes. (VM-7618) Volume 3 VHS SRP: $14.99 (VM-7619) Volume 4 VHS SRP: $14.99 VOLTRON DEFENDER OF THE UNIVERSE DUBBED VIDEOS From Vidmark! More action-packed episodes of the animated mega hit! Volume 2 contains episodes "Space Explorers Captured" and "Escape to Another Planet", while Volume 3 showcases episodes "A Ghost and Four Keys" and "The Missing Key". Approximate running time 45-minutes. (VM-7620) Volume 2 VHS SRP: $14.99 (VM-7621) Volume 3 VHS SRP: $14.99 VOTOMS DVD'S From NuTech Digital! Classic mecha animation returns with a vengeance! In a distant galaxy, a centuries-old battle rages on between two warring factions, and in the center of it all is Chirico, a former VOTOM pilot of the elite robot attack troop, forced to journey thru a ravaged universe locked in perpetual war. A down to earth gritty war story that becomes a full scale space opera, VOTOMS is the series that spawned generations of mecha fans, and laid the groundwork for the Robotech and Gundam craze! (NDI 0191) Volume 5 – DVD SRP: $19.95 (NDI 0192) Volume 6 – DVD SRP: $19.95 (NDI 0193) Volume 7 – DVD SRP: $19.95 (NDI 0194) Volume 8 – DVD SRP: $19.95 ADULT ANIME SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or UK. CAN CAN BUNNY VOLUME 8: SUMMER FUN VIDEO/SUBTITLED From Softcel! (ADV CC-008S) (CAUT 3 & 4) (Adult Material) VHS SRP: $19.98 MYSTERY OF THE NECRONOMICON BLACK CHAPTER VIDEO/DUBBED From Anime-18! (CPM A18-2028) (CAUT: 3 & 4) (Adult Material) VHS SRP: $29.99 MYSTERY OF THE NECRONOMICON DVD From Anime-18! (CPM A18-2043) (CAUT 3 & 4) (Adult Material) DVD SRP: $29.99 OFFICE & CO-ED AFFAIRS DVD From Kitty Video! (MDB KVD-0111) (CAUT 3 & 4) (Adult Material) DVD SRP: $39.95 SEX DEMON QUEEN VIDEO/DUBBED From Kitty Video! (MDB KV-0109) (CAUT 3 & 4) (Adult Material) VHS SRP: $24.95 ANIMATION SHADOWRAIDERS VOLUME 4: ALLIANCE ATTACK DVD AND VIDEO From ADV Films! As the marauding Beast Planet tightens its grip, four disparate planets of the rebel Alliance struggle to maintain solidarity. With one planet defecting, another world destroyed, their only hope is the discovery of an ancient defensive weapon buried deep within their home worlds. But can a planetary battle system protect them from a traitor within their own ranks? Approximate running time 90-minutes. (ADV DVDSR004) DVD SRP: $24.98 (ADV SR-004D) VHS SRP: $14.98 TRANSFORMERS HEROES VIDEO AND DVD "Rebirth", Parts 1-3. The Decepticons attack Autobot City in an attempt to steal the key to the plasma chamber on Cybertron. After succeeding, they attack Cybertron and try to gain access to the chamber, but, a stalwart group of Decepticons and Autobots steal away with the key, ending up on the planet of Nebulos, inhabited by two warring Nebulon factions. As each group of Transformers fall within their respective camps, the Nebulons nearly destroy the Autobots in the process, while the remaining half are captured by the Decepticons. The Autobots now must plot to save themselves, but there may not be enough of them to succeed. (FFM R3970050) VHS SRP: $9.95 (FFM R2970050) DVD SRP: $19.95 TRANSFORMERS VILLAINS VIDEO AND DVD "The Ultimate Doom", Parts 1-3. Megatron plots to bring Cybertron into Earth's orbit, and harness the resulting destructive energy. With the help of a human scientist, he plans to use hypnotized humans to assist him. Sparkplug is captured as a guinea pig for the experiment and is the one to press the button bringing Cybertron into Earth's orbit. On Earth the Autobots are plotting to rescue Sparkplug and journey to Cybertron. While there, Wheeljack develops a countermeasure for the 'hypno-chips' which are making the humans serve the Decepticons. The Autobots then target Megatron's ship that is loaded with energon. But if the ship is ravished, it will result in an explosion powerful enough to destroy the Earth! (FFM R3970049) VHS SRP: $9.95 (FFM R2970049) DVD SRP: $19.95 X-MEN EVOLUTION VIDEOS X-Men: Evolution is the story of a small group of adolescents who, as they mature, develop super-human powers. They are the world's new mutants, and Professor Charles Xavier is the only man who can identify them, train them to control their special abilities, and unite them to defend Earth. Explore the early days of yore with Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Wolverine, Rogue, Shadowcat, and Nightcrawler in this selection of videos, each collecting 3 episodes of the X-citing Kids WB animated series! Approximate running time 78-minutes. UnXpected Changes VHS SRP: $12.95 Xplosive Days VHS SRP: $12.95 ASIAN ACTION THEATER FISTS AND GUTS DVD DUBBED From Tai Seng Marketing! The Master Killer himself, Gordon Liu, stars in this kung-fu comedy directed by the legendary Lau Kar-Wing! While searching for a fugitive, the Master uncovers a scheme to steal the priceless Jade Buddha. But, in order to stop the theft, he must fight his way through a labyrinth of booby traps and powerful opponents first! Filled with sensational fight sequences choreographed by the renowned Lau Brothers, Fists and Guts is pure, gutsy fighting for kung fu aficionados! Approximate running time 90-minutes. (DIA 82904) DVD SRP: $14.95 SHAOLIN DRUNKEN MONK DVD DUBBED From Tai Seng Marketing! Gordon Liu returns in this dazzling kung-fu classic directed by the legendary Lau Ka-Liang. After a Shaolin master is murdered by his own students, his son flees for his own life. When he meets up with a mysterious hermit, he is taught the unique Drunken Kung- Fu, and now must take ruthless revenge on his father's murderers. Approximate running time 85-minutes. (DIA 82924) DVD SRP: $14.95 TOKYO MAFIA YAKUZA WARS VIDEOS From Asian Pulp Cinema! It's suicide to defy Japan's traditional Yakuza. But the former mobster has founded the Tokyo Mafia, a renegade crime syndicate dedicated to vengeance and a new brand of lawlessness. Starring Riki Takeuchi (Blowback: Love & Death), blood and bullets will explode over Tokyo tonight! Approximate running time 80-minutes. (Mature Audience) (CPM APC1991) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $29.99 (CPM APC1977) SUBTITLED —VHS SRP: $29.99 WARRIOR FROM SHAOLIN DVD DUBBED From Tai Seng Marketing! Gordon Liu stars in this non-stop kung-fu adventure, portraying a Shaolin master who has vowed not to use his superior fighting skills. But, when he's needed to transport a secret map to the allies in Dragon Town, the Master must unleash his deadly martial arts powers on his ruthless enemies! Classic kung-fu fighting choreographed by the legendary Lau Brothers. Approximate running time 90-minutes. (DIA 82884) DVD SRP: $14.95 ZEIRAM 2 VIDEO AND DVD From Tokyo Shock! In this sequel to the cult classic Zeiram, the beautiful bounty hunter Iria (Yuko Moriyama) once again finds her way to Earth, accompanied by her supercomputer Bob, and a new combat android assistant. Unbeknownst to her, the research team that developed the combat android implanted its brain with a vicious Zeiram alien! Gaining consciousness, the alien seizes control of the android, unleashing its deadly array of weapons against Iria and her old human accomplices, Teppai and Kamiya. Now, trapped in a dimensional Zone, together they will have to destroy it if they ever want to escape alive! (Live- Action) Approximate running time 90-minutes. (Mature Audience) (MDB TS-0108) DUBBED —VHS SRP: $19.95 (MDB TS-0107) DVD SRP: $24.95 CLASSIC FILM AND TELEVISION AVENGERS '63 SEASON SET 3 & 4 VIDEO & DVD BOXED SETS Armageddon, asphyxiation, arbitration and assassination are but a few of the challenges tackled with aplomb by the beautiful and brilliant Mrs. Cathy Gale (Honor Blackman) and the dashing and deadly John Steed (Patrick Macnee), THE AVENGERS! Deceptively delicate and dapper, cool under fire, ready with a bon mot or a bullet, a flippant joke or a judo flip, Cathy and Steed stand ready to defend the world against outlaws and opportunists, mobsters and mad scientists. THE AVENGERS '63 Sets include 6 complete black and white episodes, including the first appearances of the unforgettable Cathy Gale. Set 3 showcases episodes "Intercrime", "Immortal Clay", "Box of Tricks", "Warlock", "The Golden Eggs", and "School For Traitors". Set 4 introduces episodes "The White Dwarf", "Man In The Mirror", "A Conspiracy Of Silence", "A Chorus Of Frogs", "Six Hands Across The Table", and "Killer Whale". (DIA AE18041) SET 3 VHS 3-Pack SRP: $29.95 (DIA AE70193) SET 3 DVD 2-Pack SRP: $39.95 (DIA AE18045) SET 4 VHS 3-Pack SRP: $29.95 (DIA AE70196) SET 4 DVD 2-Pack SRP: $39.95 THE PRISONER SET 3 & 4 VIDEO & DVD BOXED SETS THE PRISONER, brainchild of Emmy award-winning actor Patrick McGoohan, is the most studied television series of all time. Revolving around a man who is kidnapped after resigning from his top-secret job, The Prisoner unfolds in a secure seaside Village, wherein residents are stripped of their identity and called only by number. Now the complete series is digitally re-mastered, offering the clearest glimpse yet into the strange world of The Village and Number Six. Continuing in the fan- preferred viewing order, the three episodes contained within each set show an increasingly shrewd Number Six. As identities unfold and schemes unfurl, the Prisoner begins to establish his independence-although escape still eludes him. Set 3 highlights episodes "The Schizoid Man", "Many Happy Returns", and "It's Your Funeral". Set 4 contains episodes "A Change of Mind", "Hammer Into Anvil", "Do Not Forsake Me Oh Darling", with a Bonus episode, "Living In Harmony". Approximate running time 156-minutes. (7279) (DIA AE70159) SET 3 VHS 3-Pack SRP: $29.95 (DIA AETBA001) SET 3 DVD 2-Pack SRP: $39.95 (DIA AE18013) SET 4 VHS 3-Pack SRP: $29.95 (DIA AE70178) SET 4 DVD 2-Pack SRP: $39.95 COLLECTOR'S EDITIONS BULLITT COLLECTORS EDITION DVD SET Steve McQueen is "Frank Bullitt", a no glitter, all guts cop selected by Chalmers, a politician with ambition, to guard a Mafia informant. His friend is shot and the witness left at death's door by two hit men who seem to know exactly where the the witness was hiding, Bullitt begins a search for both the killer and the leak, and still keep the witness alive long enough to make sure the killers return. This DVD Special Limited Edition Collectors Set captures the true, gritty essence of the film, and includes 8 original limited edition lobby cards, an exclusive Senitype image and 35mm film frame from the movie, an original one-sheet 27" x 40" movie poster reproduction, an original shooting draft script by Alan R. Trustman and Harry Kleiner, plus all the DVD amenities to enhance your viewing experience! Approximate running time 114-minutes. (DIA CA002) DVD SET SRP: $79.99 PERFECT STORM LIMITED SIGNED & NUMBERED COLLECTORS EDITION DVD SET Based on the engrossing nonfiction work by Sebastian Junger about the Andrea Gail--a commercial swordfishing boat lost at sea in October 1991--Wolfgang Petersen's The Perfect Storm brings the pages to life. Touting a star-studded cast with the likes of George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Diane Lane, and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, coupled with jaw-dropping visual effects, and a riveting story of courage and the strength of the human spirit, The Perfect Storm will leave breathless. Included in this Deluxe Collectors Set you'll find a complete set of 8 lobby card prints, an exclusive Senitype image and 35mm film frame from the movie, an original one-sheet 27" x 40" movie poster, 6 original limited edition B&W photograph stills, plus all the added incentives for experiencing this incredible feature film on DVD. Approximate running time 130-minutes. (DIA CA003) DVD SET SRP: $200.00 TIME MACHINE COLLECTORS EDITION DVD SET "Can man change the future?" That's the question asked by a scientist (Rod Taylor) who invents a time machine and travels some 50 centuries into the future in this, one of director George Pal's last and possibly most riveting movies, based on the book by H.G. Wells. This DVD Deluxe Collectors Set includes 8 lobby card prints, an exclusive Senitype image and 35mm film frame from the movie, an original one-sheet 27" x 40" movie poster reproduction, and all the special features you've come to appreciate in DVD. Approximate running time 103-minutes. (DIA CA004) DVD SET SRP: $79.99 FARSCAPE FARSCAPE VOLUME 3 DVD AND VIDEO Two complete episodes: In "Back and Back and Back to the Future", Crichton and D'Argo fall victim to a rather strange effect after rescuing two aliens from their disintegrating ship. And, in "Thank God It's Friday, Again", Moya's crew follows D'Argo to the planet Skylar, where they find a strange, almost Utopian society centered around a certain plant. But, as the true purpose of the plant and the planet are revealed, Crichton finds the Uncharted Territories to which they've escaped are not so uncharted as they seem. Approximate running time 100-minutes. (76) (ADV DVDFS003) DVD SRP: $24.98 (ADV FS-003) VHS SRP: $14.98 SUPERHEROES COMPLETE SUPERMAN COLLECTION DVD & VIDEO BOX SET All four feature-length theatrical films are collected in this gift set, emblazoned with the Superman logo. Digitally remixed and remastered, with a super-powered array of fan pleasing extras as behind-the-scenes documentaries, screen tests, audio tracks, unseen footage, cast and director highlights and commentary, theatrical trailers, and more, this gift set is the perfect complement for every Man of Steel aficionado, and anyone who ever dreamed of flying! (DIA DVD21305) DVD SRP: $79.92 (DIA 21271)VHS SRP: $39.92 SUPERMAN THE MOVIE SPECIAL EDITION VIDEO & DVD Relive the excitement! Believe that a man can fly! Christopher Reeve, Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman and Margot Kidder star in this enduring, newly enhanced, adventure spanning the Man of Steel's life from his Krypton infancy and Midwest boyhood upbringing to his career as Daily Planet reporter Clark Kent and through his titanic struggle with arch-nemesis Lex Luthor in his battle for truth, justice, and peace for all mankind! Direct from the 1st Quarter 2001 Theatrical Re-release, this super offering is newly digitally enhanced and Dolby Stereo remixed, with additional added bonuses as previously unseen footage added by Director Richard Donner, 2 Original Theatrical Trailers, Superman and Lois Lane Screen Tests, and more! Approximate running time 151-minutes, plus an extra 24-minutes of additional material. (DIA 21090) VHS SRP: $14.95 (DIA DVD1013) DVD SRP: $24.98 SUPERMAN II VIDEO & DVD The adventure continues with Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman and Margot Kidder! Picking up where "Superman: The Movie" left off, three criminals from the planet Krypton are released from the Phantom Zone, and venture to Earth. Superman, meanwhile, falls in love with Lois Lane, who ultimately learns his secret. Also, determined to destroy Superman, Lex Luthor escapes from prison and joins forces with the three outlaws as they descend upon Earth to confront the Man of Steel in a cosmic battle for world supremacy. Approximate running time 127-minutes. (DIA 21298) VHS SRP: $9.94 (DIA DVD11120) DVD SRP: $19.98 SUPERMAN III VIDEO & DVD Wealthy businessman Ross Webster (Robert Vaughn) discovers the hidden talents of Gus Gorman (Richard Pryor), a mischievous computer genius. In a scheme to advance his plans for economic control, Ross takes full advantage of Gorman, devising a megacomputer with machinations of its own. Synthetic Kryptonite, ecological disasters, and devastating missiles all play a role in this cat-and-mouse game that pits the Man of Steel against a world-dominating super-computer, and himself! Approximate running time 125-minutes. (DIA 21299) VHS SRP: $9.94 (DIA DVD11320) DVD SRP: $19.98 SUPERMAN IV VIDEO & DVD Superman's "Quest for Peace" expands as he seeks to rid the globe of nuclear weapons, inspiring Lex Luthor to become a black-market arms profiteer. Stealing a strand of hair of Superman's head from a museum, he uses it to create the Nuclear Man, a virtually indestructible, super-powerful android that absorbs energy from the Sun, implanted with one sole purpose: the utter destruction of Superman! Unleashed upon an unsuspecting world, can even Superman hope to stand against this unstoppable force, and change the face of world peace in the process? Approximate running time 90-minutes. (DIA 21300) VHS SRP: $9.94 (DIA DVD11757) DVD SRP: $19.98 THE SPECIALS DVD The Specials, comprised of the seventh greatest superhero team in the world, need to improve their image. Unfortunately, they spend more time bickering about love affairs, finances, and publicity, then they do capturing Super Villains. The Specials' luck may soon change! The Weevil (Rob Lowe), The Strobe (Thomas Hadden Church), Amok (Jamie Kennedy) and the rest of The Specials hope to gain immortality with their own line of action figures! Yet, there dreams are shattered as the line is a complete bust, and this band of misfits superheroes must now decide whether to go their separate ways and disband, or reunite, realizing that whether or not the world needs the Specials, The Specials need each other. Before they can save the world, they have to save themselves! Approximate running time 82-minutes. Note: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic specialty stores. (Mature Themes) (PNE 11518) DVD SRP: $24.98 X-MEN EVOLUTION VIDEOS X-Men: Evolution is the story of a small group of adolescents who, as they mature, develop super-human powers. They are the world's new mutants, and Professor Charles Xavier is the only man who can identify them, train them to control their special abilities, and unite them to defend Earth. Explore the early days of yore with Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Wolverine, Rogue, Shadowcat, and Nightcrawler in this selection of videos, each collecting 3 episodes of the X-citing Kids WB animated series! Approximate running time 78-minutes. (DIA 21220) UnXpected Changes VHS SRP: $12.95 (DIA 21221) Xplosive Days VHS SRP: $12.95 AUDIO POPPIN WHEELIES CD Fan-favorite comic book artist Ale Garza, with colors by Liquid! Graphics, provides the cover artwork for "The Poppin' Wheelies", a new CD featuring a fictional band of teenagers created by former Gin Blossoms frontman Robin Wilson. (DIA UR002) AUDIO CD SRP: $11.99 GAS GIANTS QUITTER CD SINGLE Yearning for those days of Gin Blossom and the vocals of Robin Wilson and the pulsating drum beat of Phil Rhodes? Now you can get your Blossom fix with a bit of hard edge and contemporary pop feel, with the debut CD of Gas Giants. Sporting a Geoff Darrow Cover, this is a rocking update for any Gin Blossoms fan! (DIA UR001) AUDIO CD SRP: $4.99 POWERPUFF GIRLS MOJO JOJO RISING BOOK AND TAPE From Kid Rhino! Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup save the world before bedtime with their first book and audiotape release, chronicling the creation of The Powerpuff Girl's arch-rival Mojo JoJo! Read along and join in the fun and adventure! (DIA R476728) BOOK & AUDIO CASSETTE SRP: $8.98 TENCHI MUYO CD One of the most successful and celebrated animated series in history, hailing twenty-four volumes on VHS and DVD, three full-length feature films and a top-rated series on the Toonami Block of the Cartoon Network, Tenchi Muyo the Album is a collection of the "best of the best" theme songs and music from this much loved anime series. This CD captures the dynamic sound, and melodic and rhythmic edge that has allowed Tenchi Muyo to dominate the cartoon and anime market for almost a decade. Like the millions of enchanted Tenchi fans the world over, once you've experienced the excitement of Tenchi Muyo's magic, there's no doubt that you, too, will fall prey to its hypnotic spell! (DIA PIO51572) AUDIO CD SRP: $19.98 TOONAMI SOUNDTRACK CD From Kid Rhino! Looking for something to complement your cartoon viewing experience? Look no further! Now you can hip- hop, jig and jam to the hippest tunes that ring in your weekday afternoon Cartoon Network fix. You'll dance 'til dinnertime with this CD compilation highlighting electronic-based theme music from your favorite Toonami Block animated cartoons like Dragonball Z, Gundam Wing, Tenchi Muyo, Sailor Moon, The Powerpuff Girls, and Batman! (DIA R276730) AUDIO CD SRP: $13.98