PREVIEWS VOL. XII #10 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS PREVIEWS #12 (DECEMBER 2002) Previews is your ultimate source for all the merchandise available from your local comic book specialty retailer… approximately two months in advance! Hundreds of comics from a myriad of publishers, merchandise, and exclusive editorial content available nowhere else! This issue features items scheduled to ship from February 2003 through April 2003! Catalog, 8x11, 400+pg, PC $3.25 PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #12 Primo is the monthly publication featuring some of the best and most desirable items from Previews! This issue highlights items in the December 2002 catalog! Digest, 5x8, FC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #12 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late November 2002 for items on sale in February 2003. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC MSRP: PI PREVIEWS ADULT #12 Previews Adult features Adult-oriented art, info, and related news not found in Previews. NOTE: Due to customs and international restrictions, adult material may not be available in some international markets. Please check with your local comic book specialty retailer for availability. ADULT MATERIAL Catalog, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.75 COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS MIKE MIGNOLA'S B.P.R.D. COLLECTION by MIKE MIGNOLA and others Last spring's sensational miniseries Hollow Earth, by Mike Mignola, Chris Golden, Tom Sniegoski, and Ryan Sook, revealed the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense's struggle to save agent Liz Sherman, and their struggle to deal with life without Hellboy. That story is collected here with rare Hellboy related stories, long sought after by fans of the Mignola's hit comic, which is soon to be a major motion picture! Reprinted here for the first time are the first solo Abe Sapien comic, Drums of the Dead, by Brian McDonald and Derek Thompson, as well as the short stories "Abe Sapien versus Science" and "Lobster Johnson: Killer Inside My Skull." If these names mean nothing to you, you've been missing out on the greatest adventure saga comics has to offer. If you do know these names, then this is the collection you've been asking for. On sale January 15 SC, 120pg, FC . . . $17.95 Maverick REID FLEMING/FLAMING CARROT CROSSOVER #1 (OF 1) created by BOB BURDEN & DAVID BOSWELL written by BOB BURDEN; illustrated by DAVID BOSWELL & BOB BURDEN Come take a spin in the sturdiest, dirtiest milk truck you've ever seen, as Flaming Carrot, Iron City crime fighter and founding member of the Mysterymen, and the World's Toughest Milkman, Reid Fleming, roll right through the traffic jam that is popular culture. Whether it's going toe-to-toe with the unholy trinity of Fabio, Pavarotti, and Christopher Walken on the TV game show Celebrity Standoff, or pillaging the vaults of the Major Motion Picture movie studios, Fleming and the Carrot find more than their share of high jinks and mayhem on their madcap journey of comedy and cognitive dissonance. See, you're getting smarter already! On Sale December 26 SC, 32pg, b&w . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.99 SPECIAL ADVANCE SOLICITATION USAGI YOJIMBO: THE SHROUDED MOON TP & LTD. ED. HC created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI Throughout his journeys across feudal Japan, rabbit ronin Usagi has faced many dangers, crossed paths with some who have become his sworn enemies, and forged bonds of friendship stronger than any threat that might cross his path. Collected here are six tales featuring those companions Usagi holds dear. "Showdown" finds Usagi traveling with master swordsman Gen, as the two disrupt the dueling influences of a pair of corrupt families. Neko ninja clan leader Chizu finds herself betrayed and on the run in "Escape!" In "Three Seasons," Usagi is forced to defend himself with the most unlikely of weapons. The beautiful thief Kitsune's tragic history is revealed in "The Shrouded Moon" and "Kitsune's Tale." And in "Lesson in Courtesy," a hot- headed young Usagi incurs a debt that takes nearly a lifetime to repay! Once again, Stan Sakai masterfully weaves together the many threads of intrigue, adventure, humor, and heart in another endearing Usagi Yojimbo collection. Special introduction by Capt. Carrot & his Amazing Zoo Crew creator Scott Shaw! On sale January 8 SC, 184 pg, 6"x9", b&w . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.95 On sale January 22 LTD. ED. HC, 184 pg, 6"x9", b&w w/dust jacket and individually signed and numbered tip-in plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $56.95 SPECIAL ADVANCE SOLICITATION ISOLATION AND ILLUSION: COLLECTED SHORT STORIES OF P. CRAIG RUSSELL TP created, written, & illustrated by P. CRAIG RUSSELL Since the 1970s, P. Craig Russell (Murder Mysteries, The Ring of the Nibelung) has created some of the most sophisticated and lavishly drawn stories ever to hit comics shops. Dark Horse is proud to present a rare sampling of the work spread over his long career, including early masterpieces like "Dance on the Razor's Edge" and "The Starship Remembrance," along with more recent adaptations of H.P. Lovecraft's "From Beyond" and O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi." If you're a lover of fine illustration and masterful storytelling, these long out-of-print stories are an essential addition to your comics collection. On sale January 2 SC,120 pg, FC . . . . . . . . . . . . $14.95 GRENDEL: RED, WHITE, & BLACK #4 (OF 4) created & written by MATT WAGNER; illustrated by CLIFF CHIANG, FAREL DALRYMPLE, DARICK ROBERTSON, JOHN K. SNYDER III, & MICHAEL ZULLI It's the Devil you don't know that proves to be most deadly, and in this, the explosive finale to this compelling series, the light is shined on the never-before-seen moments in Hunter Rose's life. During the few short years Rose terrorized the city as his alter-ego Grendel, he left a trail of tragedy and a sinister legacy that echoes throughout following generations. From the early first sightings of the nefarious Devil to his final breath on a rooftop with his nemesis, writer/creator Matt Wagner and his team of artists illuminate the life of Hunter Rose and the death of Grendel. From start to finish, these stories will set your heart racing and blow you away! NOTE TO RETAILERS: CONTAINS VIOLENCE AND HARSH LANGUAGE On sale December 11 SC, 48 pg, bw&r (4 of 4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.99 NOW BACK IN PRINT! USAGI YOJIMBO: GRASSCUTTER I TP created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI When the fates place Grasscutter, the lost sword of the Gods, in the hands of Usagi Yojimbo, the masterless samurai becomes the focus of a deadly struggle for possession of the dread blade. Multiple Eisner Award winner! SC, 256pg, b&w (STAR09937) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: THE BRINK OF LIFE AND DEATH TP created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI Exorcising demons and fighting off ninja is all in a day's work for Usagi Yojimbo, as the rabbit ronin walks the thin line on the brink of life and death in this powerful collection of exciting tales. SC, 200 pg, b&w (STAR08246) . . . . . . . . . . . . $14.95 ************************* KISS #5 by JOE CASEY and MEL RUBI; cover by MEL RUBI It's robot madness as our mad scientist sets in motion his plan for the ultimate revenge against the boys of KISS. Internal troubles are more dangerous, as the Starchild takes a psychedelic journey into the Celestial's alien mind to save him, and the Demon's evil robotic double has infiltrated the Simmons Foundation to take on the Beast King. Joe Casey writes and Mel Rubi draws the action-packed fifth issue of the hard rockin' new Kiss comic! On sale December 18 FC, 32pg (Rubi cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (Photo cover) . . . $2.99 RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT!: STRANGE INVADERS #4 (OF 4) by HADEN BLACKMAN and CARY NORD Strange Invaders, the fourth installment of the Ripley's Believe It Or Not! series takes a close look at otherworldly visitors to our planet. Join the Flatwoods Monster — an alien said to have visited the Earth in 1952 as it takes us on a tour of the strange and bizarre! Featuring topics including Atlantis, The Great Pyramids, The Face on Mars, as well as a menagerie of famous and infamous aliens throughout history! On sale December 18 b&w, 24pg (4 of 4) . . . $2.99 MAC RABOY'S FLASH GORDON VOL. 1 TPB by MAC RABOY Dark Horse is proud to present this collection of Mac Raboy's run on Flash Gordon. Continuing Dark Horse Comics' tradition of fine reprint books, this tome is the first ever collection of Flash Gordon work by Raboy. Beginning his comics career in 1940, after taking government-funded drawing classes, Emanuel 'Mac' Raboy drew comics for the Harry "A" Chesler Studio and for Fawcett Publications. He's perhaps best known for his work on Captain Marvel, Jr. and the Green Lama in the 1940s. In the Spring of 1948 he signed on with King Features to illustrate the 'Flash Gordon' Sunday page, following in the footsteps of his idol, Alex Raymond, and drawing the strip until his death in December of 1967. On sale January 15 SC, 256pg, FC. . . $19.95 SPYBOY/YOUNG JUSTICE TP by PETER DAVID, NORMAN LEE, JAMIE MENDOZA, POP MHAN, and TODD NAUCK; cover by POP MHAN and TODD NAUCK The deadly duo of REMbrandt, the artist of dreams, and Annie Mae, the diminutive Japanese crime boss who looks like a child but is hundreds of years old, has hatched a plan to control the dreams of their victims and give these nightmarish incarnations physical form. Only SpyBoy, his spy-pals, and the Young Justice team have experience with these threats. They'll have to join forces if they hope to defeat this villainous alliance, thwart a plan to bring about international chaos, and discover REMbrandt's true identity. Super-teens unite in this first ever inter-title crossover featuring both creative teams from Dark Horse's SpyBoy and DC Comics' Young Justice! Featuring a new jam-cover by Mhan and Nauck. On sale January 2 SC, 80pg, FC . . . $9.95 TOOTH FAIRY (ONE-SHOT) By JOE HARRIS and CHARLIE ADLARD Dark Horse Comics is proud to publish the comic book prequel to this fall's horror film hit-in-the-making! The Tooth Fairy: The Tragic Life of Matilda Dixon serves as a prologue to the film, recounting the century-old events that set a horrifying cycle of violence in motion. The movie stars Emma Caulfield (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and is slated for January 2003 release. The comic book is written by Joe Harris (X-Men) and drawn by Charlie Adlard (The X-Files). The comic focuses on a defining moment in the history of Port Fairy, a small fishing village. Matilda Dixon, a once-beautiful, now-disfigured widow has developed a special relationship with the children of Port Fairy. They bring her their recently shed baby teeth in exchange for coins. However, the mask-clad Dixon's familiarity with the town's children alarms their parents, and when two children go missing a lynch mob gathers to make Matilda pay… In The Tooth Fairy: The Tragic Life of Matilda Dixon, Joe Harris and Charlie Adlard have crafted a horrifying yet heartbreaking tale of loss and loneliness. The claustrophobic small-mindedness of Port Fairy conjures up images of the Salem witch trials and the tragic ending of the book sets the stage for the vengeance and neo-gothic horror of the upcoming Tooth Fairy film. On sale January 1 FC, 32pg (one-shot) . . . $2.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #52: VIVA LAS BUFFY PART 2 (OF 4) by SCOTT LOBDELL, FABIAN NICIEZA, and CLIFF RICHARDS; cover by BRIAN HORTON and PAUL LEE "Viva Las Buffy"! Before Buffy ever arrived in Sunnydale, she did a little stint in Vegas. Not exactly doing what we have her pictured here, but we couldn't resist … Frightened and confused by her new-found powers as the Slayer, Buffy has picked up and left her mom and little sister behind. Hiding out in Sin City is no way to avoid trouble, though, especially when the city's gentle citizens are being terrorized by just a few of the many bodies buried without headstones in Vegas's seedier strips. Perfect for Christmas! On sale December 26 FC, 32pg (2 of 4) (Norton/Lee cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (2 of 4) (Photo cover) . . . $2.99 ALSO AVAILABLE: BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: AUTUMNAL TP by Chris Boal, Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC (STAR14936) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BAD BLOOD TP by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham SC, 88pg, FC (STAR11048) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE BLOOD OF CARTHAGE TP by Christopher Golden, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 128pg, FC (STAR13030) . . . $10.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: CRASH TEST DEMONS TP by Andi Watson, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC (STAR11415) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE DUST WALTZ GN by Dan Brereton, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea SC, 80pg, FC (STAR08424) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: FOOD CHAIN TP by Doug Petrie, Christopher Golden, Cliff Richards, Christian Zanier, and others SC, 168pg, FC (STAR13996). . . $17.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE ORIGIN TP by Chris Golden, Dan Brereton, and Joe Bennett SC, 80pg, FC (STAR10112) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: OUT OF THE WOODWORK TP by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 112pg, FC (JAN020036) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PALE REFLECTIONS TP by Andi Watson, Doug Petrie, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 88pg, FC (STAR12027) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PAST LIVES TP by Christopher Golden, Tom Sniegoski, Christian Zanier, and Cliff Richards SC, 96pg, FC (STAR14727) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE REMAINING SUNLIGHT TP by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham SC, 88pg, FC (STAR08974) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: RING OF FIRE GN by Doug Petrie and Ryan Sook SC, 80pg, FC (STAR11743) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE AND DRU TP by James Marsters, Christopher Golden, Ryan Sook, and Eric Powell SC, 96pg, FC (STAR13673) . . . $11.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: TALES OF THE SLAYERS TP by Joss Whedon, Tim Sale, Gene Colan, P. Craig Russell, and others SC, 96pg, FC (STAR15013) . . . $14.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: UNINVITED GUESTS TP by Andi Watson, Dan Brereton, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea SC, 96pg, FC (STAR10282) . . . $10.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SUPERNATURAL DEFENSE KIT Slipcase w/deluxe, hardcover "Claddagh" ring, vial of "holy" water with silver flakes, and gold cross (STAR10675) . . . $19.95 ************************ 3X3 EYES: KEY TO THE SACRED LAND TP by YUZO TAKADA, produced by STUDIO PROTEUS Pai, the beautiful 300-year-old amnesiac mystic, and her companion-cum-immortal slave, Tokyo student Yakumo Fujii, search China for ancient relics to provide clues to the location of Pai's hidden Tibetan homeland, where Pai's memories can be restored. But the two are not the only ones in search of these objects. Both the dashing relic-hunter Jake McDonald and the nefarious Choukai, are trying to get their mitts on a certain mystic incense burner. And when Choukai traps Pai within a sorcerous binding circle, Yakumo is torn by the fateful decision of whether or not to pay the artifact as ransom to free Pai and by doing so, dooming Pai's memories and his own chance of returning to his mortal existence. FOR MATURE READERS On sale January 2 SC, 136pg, b&w…$13.95 ASTRO BOY VOLUME 11 TP By Osamu Tezuka; translation by Fredrick L. Schodt Fifty years after his creation, Astro Boy continues to lead the manga and anime charge, his adventures still fresh and exciting as when first crafted by master storyteller/cartoonist/animator Osamu Tezuka. In this volume: Astro Boy must help a robot bomb escape his creators and prevent earth from being destroyed; Astro battles a deadly underground tank controlled by an evil general bent on world conquest; a famous police detective enlists Astro to help him to solve a murder—with the detective's father as the prime suspect! On sale January 22 SC, 216pg, 4 ½" x 7", b&w . . . . . . $9.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #74: FALL FROST PART 2 (OF 6) by HIROAKI SAMURA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS Nastier opponents and meaner battles are the two things that come to mind when trying to describe this story arc. You'd think by now Manji would have sliced his way through the most sinister personalities of feudal Japan. But instead of thinning out the vicious herd, removing the worst and most depraved, he's only shaken loose the meanest characters. And it looks like Manji and Magatsu are in for a killer collision with one of the baddest. They've been hunting down Shira, but they're not the only ones on the prowl. The hunters have become the hunted and Shira has nothing but dishonorable intentions for his prey. The fuse is burning fast on this confrontation and it's anyone's guess who will be left standing after it explodes. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 11 b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) . . . $2.99 CANNON GOD EXAXXION #12 by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS So you think it would be cool to control a giant, anti-matter powered robot? You think you can handle the ramifications of killing innocent bystanders in a struggle to keep an entire planet from being overrun by deceptive colonizing aliens? Like they say, with power comes responsibility, and young Hoichi is discovering exactly how difficult it can be to deal with his newfound heroism. From Kenichi Sonoda, creator of the fantastic GUNSMITH CATS, comes the exciting and dramatic story of giant robot wars, but with a solid anchor in reality. Cannon God Exaxxion goes way beyond comics conventions, anime stereotypes, and typical storylines. And it promises to keep delivering for years to come. Get in on the action, because it just gets better and better. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 18 b&w, 48pg . . . $3.99 GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: MAN-MACHINE INTERFACE #3 by MASAMUNE SHIROW; translation by Frederik L. Schodt Cyborg cyber-agent Matoko Aramaki has dispatched a humanoid surrogate — call her "Clarice" — to investigate an apparent terrorist attack on a herd of genetically-engineered pigs designed for human organ cloning. And no sooner does the surrogate hit the ground in a vehicle assembly plant halfway around the world than she's wrangling a herd of a different kind — no- nonsense security cyborgs bent on sending her to the cyber-scrapheap. But when Clarice/Matoko jacks into the brain of the facility's supervisor and breaks through network firewalls into the level 6 "ghostline," Motoko discovers that the pig slaughter may have been only a strike against a deeper conspiracy — and yet another hidden enemy! • Special deluxe format with no interior advertising! FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 18 FC, 32pg (no ads) . . . $3.50 LONE WOLF 2100 #6 by MIKE KENNEDY and FRANCISCO RUIZ VELASCO Rumors of Sanctuary lead Itto and Daisy on a perilous journey across the open Asian desert in hopes of escaping the mercenary tracker Prescott and his deadly band of Vapor Fist Soldiers. But the enemy behind them is not as immidiate as the enemy in front of them…When they cross paths with a nomadic tribe of cyborg outcasts, they learn many new lessons in survival, including the importance of finely-tuned paranoia… On sale December 26 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 OH MY GODDESS! #93: TRAVELLER PART 3 (OF 5) by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS Skuld labs, the folks who first brought you such magnificent modern marvels as the knowledgeable and nomadic greeting girl automaton, are proud to announce their latest invention. If your house is just too small, and your closets are busting at the hinges with your collection of Banpei marionettes, have we got the must have item of the year for you! We're excited to announce Skuld Lab's head designer Skuld's latest discovery, an extra-dimensional infinite room. You'll never run out of room again! You'll be the envy of all you friends as you accumulate more and more stuff.What do you get the man who has everything? A place to put it and finally that place is here. Like most ideas it works really well on paper, but the reality is an infinite nightmare in which Belldandy and Keiichi are trapped. How do you find the door out of a room that has no walls? It does give these two love birds a chance to be alone however. Keiichi, you lucky dog! On sale December 4 b&w, 32pg (3 of 5) . . . $2.99 SUPER MANGA BLAST! #28 by MASAMUNE SHIROW, MOHIRO KITOH, MAKOTO KOBAYASHI, YUZO TAKADA, and HIROYUKI UTATANE & YO MORIMOTO; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS Let's face it your Aunt Eleanor isn't going to get you anything you want for the holidays. It will probably be another sweater, like the one last year that she found at a garage sale. And your siblings aren't gonna do much better with the piece of crap they grabbed at the dollar store at the last minute. It's time to take matters into your own hands and get what you really want! This year the frustration will the soothing knowledge that you can retreat to your room having already purchased the one thing you really wanted, 128 pages crammed so full of manga goodness. It's like opening 128 presents you really want. With an Appleseed Hypernotes story that's never been published in English, the brightly wrapped Club 9, Shadow Star which is always the perfect fit, Seraphic Feather that wont clash with anything in your wardrobe and the always tasteful 3x3 Eyes you'll be set. FOR MATURE READERS • Newly translated material from Ghost in the Shell creator, Masamune Shirow! • Highspeed action, sweeping romance, charming comedy. . . Super Manga Blast! has something for everyone! • Still the best manga bang for your buck — 128 pages of story and art for only $5.99! On sale December 18 b&w, 128pg . . . $5.99 STAR WARS: EMPIRE #4 BY SCOTT ALLIE, RYAN BENJAMIN, AND CURTIS ARNOLD; COVER BY BRIAN HORTON A proposition is made for Lord Vader and a powerful young Jedi to join forces and overthrow the Emperor. But this offer comes from the young Jedi to the Dark Lord of the Sith! Meanwhile, the Emperor and his elite Royal Guards are facing other would-be usurpers — the secret, traitorous cadre of Imperial officers and their loyal Stormtroopers! This story reveals the events in the days and weeks just prior to A New Hope. On sale December 4 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #49 by JOHN OSTRANDER and JAN DUURSEMA; cover by RYAN BENJAMIN The Clone Wars begin here! With the Battle of Geonosis, the galaxy is officially plunged into war. As the Jedi Council struggles with their new role as leaders of the Republic's clone army, other Jedi operatives have taken on the job of intelligence gathering. On a vast space station known as "The Wheel," Jedi knight Aayla Secura is searching for a notorious gun-runner who can help her intercept the Separatist's latest secret plans. But spying is a dirty business, and operatives are often more expendable than the information they possess. Is this what being a Jedi has come to? With this issue, Star Wars: Republic jumps into the as yet unrevealed events in the time period between Episode II and Episode III — the Clone Wars! If you're wondering what happens next after Attack of the Clones, this is where you find the answers! On sale December 18 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99 STAR WARS TALES #14 Featuring STAN SAKAI, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, RAMON BACHS, RAUL FERNANDEZ, JASON HALL, CHRISTIAN READ, CLAYTON HENRY, and others; cover by PAT LEE Who shot first? Han or Greedo? Depending on which version of Star Wars: A New Hope you watch either answer is correct. Now, for the first time in Star Wars Tales #14, the question goes before a court of law! Han Solo is sued for the wrongful death of Greedo by the Rodian's mother in "The Emperor's Court!" Also featured is Stan Sakai's tale of a young Anakin Skywalker in "Urchins" and a unique look at the battle of Endor in "We Were Stormtroopers." Plus much, much more! Featuring a cover by Dreamwave's Pat Lee! On sale December 4 FC, 64pg . . . $5.99 STAR WARS: TALES VOLUME 3 TP Featuring RON MARZ, RICK LEONARDI, TERRY AUSTIN, DAVE MCCAIG, JAY STEPHENS, GARTH ENNIS, JOHN MCCREA, JIMMY PALMIOTTI, MIKE KENNEDY, FRANCISCO RUIZ VELASCO, CHRISTIAN READ, CHRIS SLANE, JASON HALL, CHRISTINA CHEN, BRETT MATTHEWS, VATCHE MAVLIAN, KIA ASAMIYA, JON FOSTER, AMANDA CONNOR, LEINIL FRANCIS YU, CHRIS BRUNNER, JAN DUURSEMA, KEVIN RUBIO, and RICK ZOMBO; cover by TSUNEO SANDA Collecting issues nine through twelve of the quarterly anthology smash sensation! Star Wars Tales Volume 3 features the thrilling Vader versus Maul story "Resurrection" as well as comics sensation Garth Ennis' take on the life of a Stormtrooper in the riviting "Trooper." Tales has explored every corner of the Star Wars galaxy and kept readers coming back for more! Collected for the first time into one prestigous volume, Star Wars Tales Volume 3 is sure to delight fans both young and old! On sale January 2 SC, 224pg, FC . . . $19.95 STAR WARS: A LONG TIME AGO....VOL. 4: SCREAMS IN THE VOID TP by CHRIS CLAREMONT, CARMINE INFANTINO, WALTER SIMONSON, THOMAS PALMER, RON FRENZ, ALLEN MILGROM, MICHAEL FLEISHER, JOE BROZOWSKI, and others Dark Horse Comics presents the latest volume of Star Wars: A Long Time Ago... featuring classic Star Wars stories not seen in over twenty years! Originally printed by Marvel Comics, these stories have been re-colored and are sure to please both new and old Star Wars fans. Screams in the Void collects issues 54 to 67 of the original Marvel run, along with Star Wars Annual #2. These stories take place after The Empire Strikes Back, as Han Solo's friends continue to search for their lost scoundrel – and Lando Calrissian joins Luke, Leia, Chewie, and the droids on their continuing, galaxy-spanning adventures. Also highlighted are several tales focusing on Luke Skywalker and such classics as "Coffin in the Clouds," "The Mind Spider," and "Serphidian Eyes." Introduction by Geoff Johns! On Sale January 22 SC, 376pg, FC . . . $29.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #37: EUGENE THE JEEP STATUE Weirdly cute, this yellow, dog-sized critter was a gift to Olive Oyl from her Uncle Ben. Segar described Jeep's magical powers as being the result of having a "fourth-dimensional brain." Able to answer questions regarding the past, present, or future, he was, unlike other Segar fantasy creatures, a good little guy with a happy-go-lucky demeanor. Jeep lived on a diet consisting entirely of orchids. He had the power to disappear and re-appear in a different location, making him one of the earlier comic- strip advocates of teleportation. Sculpted by Yoe! Studios, each statue comes packaged in a full-color tin box with pinback button and booklet as extras. Each piece is limited to only 600 numbered copies, so allocation may occur. • Classic Comic Characters — Winner of the 2002 Eisner-Award for Best Comics Related Merchandise. See our complete list of available statues in our relist section or our full color ad on the Previews inside back cover. On sale December 4 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet. Limited to only 600 numbered copies . . . $49.95 FELIX THE CAT COASTER SET Felix adorns this charming set of four coasters, purrfect for any occasion. Each coaster is 4" square, about 1/8" thick cork with very nice laminated tops, and the set comes packaged in a full-color box. On sale January 29 Felix Coaster Set 4 full color coasters, 4" square, 1/8" thick cork, laminated tops . . . $12.99 DHORSE DELUXE JOURNALS Each journal features a color cover and specially designed endpapers. On sale January 15. TIM BISKUP JOURNAL Biskup's beautiful illustrations and design ethic are already a part of our Stationery Exotique line, and now we're happy as clams to be able to bring you this original journal design by Biskup as well. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" spiral bound journal, 128pg . . . $9.99 COOP JOURNAL Coop is not only busy designing another hot and fast stationery set for us, but in the meantime, we're putting the pedal to the metal with this slick new Coop-designed Journal. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" spiral bound journal, 128pg . . . $9.99 OBEY JOURNAL Shepard "OBEY GIANT" Fairey has turned the urban landscapes of the world into art galleries with his poster and sticker crusade and taken over your local skate store with his line of clothing. OBEY your impulse and pick up a journal right away. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" spiral bound journal, 128pg . . . $9.99 ********************** ROCCO VARGAS STATUE We are pleased to offer to U.S. and Canadian collectors the definitive sculptural version of one of the all-time great European comics characters, Rocco Vargas. Created by the great Daniel Torres, the intrepid Rocco is an interstellar adventurer, noted bon vivant, sophisticated lady's man, and two-fisted tough guy. His exploits take him on a space age tour of the galaxy, with alien adversaries (and a dame!) in every port. This outstanding sculpture, meticulously sculpted under the direct supervision of Mr. Torres, was completely handcrafted in his native Spain. No expense was spared to create this piece, which is limited to only 500 pieces for worldwide distribution. Measuring approximately 11" on its polished chrome metal base, this elegant cold- cast porcelain, hand painted work of art will lend panache and a hell-bent-for-leather sensibility to discriminating libraries and display cases everywhere. On sale December 11" tall on chrome base, limited to 500 pieces . . . $350.00 DHORSE DELUXE T-SHIRTS: OH MY GODDESS! Adorn yourself with the beautiful goddesses from Kosuke Fujishima's fun-filled, manga romp Oh My Goddess! Unleash the goddess within and bedazzle all who cross your path! The shirts have been designed to capture the power and beauty of a Goddess First Class (unlimited). On sale January 15 URD/BABYDOLL/FUSCIA S, M, L . . . $17.99 ANGEL/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M, L, XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 SKULD/PLAIN TEE/DUSTY BLUE/ADULT M, L, XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 SKULD/BABYDOLL/WHITE S, M, L . . . $17.99 4 HEADS/PLAIN TEE/BLACK/ADULT M, L, XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 4 HEADS/WOMAN'S TEE W/CAP SLEEVES/WHITE S, M, L . . . $17.99 COMPLETE PRODUCT RELISTS Action Figures & Statues BEETLE BAILEY BOOK AND FIGURE SET b&w, 128pg, 5" x 8" (STAR12169) . . . $10.95 BEETLE BAILEY BOXED PVC SET 7 PVCs, packaged in a full-color box (STAR12171) . . . $34.95 BETTIE PAGE ACTION FIGURE Figure w/detailed box (STAR11260) . . . $19.95 BETTIE PAGE FIGURE #2: PHOTO BETTIE 6 1/2" tall, 50's motif, packaged in a full-color window box (STAR13250) . . . $24.99 THE BIG GUY & RUSTY THE BOY ROBOT STATUE 12" tall fully painted, packaged in a full-color box (STAR10135) . . . $125.00 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #5: IGNATZ STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 750 (STAR11787) . . . $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, limited to 750 (STAR11788) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR11880) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR11881) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR12089) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR12180) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR12028) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #14: FLASH GORDON STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12308) . . .$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, limited to 950 (STAR12307) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #15: TERRY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12664) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #16: THE DRAGON LADY STATUE 4 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info. booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12665) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #17: FEARLESS STATUE FOSDICK STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR12666) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #19: DAGWOOD STATUE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13492) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #20: BLONDIE STATUE STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13491) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #21: SMOKEY STOVER STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13495) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #22: WIMPY STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13307) . . .$49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #23: BLUTO STATUE 5 1/2" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 950 (STAR13308) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #25: ALBERT STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14981) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #26: NANCY STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14036) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #27: SLUGGO STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR14038) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #28: ALLEY OOP STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15139) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #29: LITTLE NEMO STATUE 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15140) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #30: THE YELLOW KID 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR15332) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #31: SHMOO STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 (STAR16180) . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #32: LITTLE LULU STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 . . . $49.95 CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #33: TUBBY STATUE 4" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet, limited to 600 . . . $49.95 THE DIRTY PAIR STATUE 10" tall, prepainted . . . $175.00 FLAMING CARROT ACTION FIGURE 6" figure w/pogo stick, stink bomb, and lighted flame on his head (STAR10480) . . . $11.95 GREEN GOBLIN™ BRONZE STATUE 10" tall bronze statue w/removable mask, limited to 250 pieces . . . $300.00 GUNSMITH CATS: RALLY AND MINNIE MAY ACTION FIGURES Rally Action Figure 6 1/2" tall, 12 points of articulation (STAR15149) . . . $14.99 Minnie May Action Figure 6" tall, 10 points of articulation (STAR15193) . . . $14.99 GUNSMITH CATS STATUE 8" tall, fully painted and assembled (STAR14603) . . . $150.00 HELLBOY PVC SET Seven piece set, packaged in a full color window box (STAR13684) . . . $39.99 HELLBOY SOFT VINYL FIGURE 13 3/4" tall, fully painted, soft vinyl figure, packaged in a full-color window box (STAR13505) . . . $59.99 MAGIC: THE GATHERING® HURLOON MINOTAUR STATUE Fully painted, assembled, and individually numbered, stands 14" high, packaged in a full- color box (STAR10039) . . . $125.00 MAGIC: THE GATHERING® SERRA ANGEL STATUE Fully painted, assembled, and individually numbered, packaged in a full-color box (STAR08290) . . . $125.00 MAGIC: THE GATHERING® SHIVAN DRAGON STATUE Fully painted, assembled, and individually numbered, stands 22" high, packaged in a full- color box (STAR08986) . . . $195.00 MAGIC: THE GATHERING® SPIRIT LINK STATUE Fully painted, assembled, and individually numbered, stands 14" high, packaged in a full- color box (STAR09454) . . . $125.00 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S MORNING STAR STATUE 12" tall, fully-painted and packaged in an illustrated box (STAR10489) . . . $150.00 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S REQUIEM STATUE: 22" tall on base w/wings and hand-painted (STAR11825) . . . $150.00 MONKEYBONE STATUE 8" tall, fully painted and assembled (note price) . . . $45.00 PLANET OF THE APES LIMITED-EDITION ATTAR STATUE 12" tall, fully painted, limited-edition, packaged in a full-color collectors box (STAR13914) . . . $150.00 PLANET OF THE APES LIMITED-EDITION THADE STATUE 12" tall, fully painted, limited-edition, packaged in a full-color collectors box (STAR14616) . . . $150.00 SARGE BOOK AND FIGURE SET b&w, 128pg, 5" x 8" (STAR12051) . . . $10.95 SERGIO ARAGONÉS GROO PVC SET Seven-figure PVC set . . . $39.99 STAR WARS MINI-BUST: ANAKIN SKYWALKER 6" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 STAR WARS MINI-BUST: MACE WINDU 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust (STAR15958) . . . $45.00 STAR WARS MINI-BUST: OBI-WAN KENOBI 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 STAR WARS MINI-BUST: PADMÉ AMIDALA 5 1/4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00 USAGI YOJIMBO STATUE #1: USAGI AND DINO 8" Usagi and Dino, fully painted, full-color box w/mini-sketchbook (STAR10805) . . . $79.95 USAGI YOJIMBO STATUE #2: USAGI AND KATSUICHI 8" Usagi and Katsuichi statue, full-color box w/mini-sketchbook (STAR11446) . . . $79.95 Lithographs, Portfolios, & Posters 300 LIMITED-EDITION LITHOGRAPH Full color, printed on Strathmore Bright white deckle-edge acid-free paper. Shrink-wrapped with oyster white backing board Black Wavy E-Flute Corrugated Envelope with gold-foil stamping, and signed by both Frank Miller and Lynn Varley (STAR08969) . . . $300.00 AKIRA PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2" x 10 3/8" color prints in folder . . . $19.99 ARTS FESTIVAL POSTERS FC, 24" x 32" (The Spirit) . . . $10.00 (each) FC, 24" x 32" (Concrete) . . . $10.00 (each) FC, 24" x 32" (Battle Gods) . . . $10.00 (each) FC, 24" x 32" (Sock Monkey) . . . $10.00 (each) CYBERWORLD PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2"x 10 3/8" color prints (STAR14983) . . . $19.99 SIN CITY DAMES PRINT #5: AVA b&w, 24" x 36" (STAR09822) . . . 20 bucks SIN CITY DAMES PRINT SERIES II #1: DELIA b&w&blue, 24" x 36" (STAR11144) . . . 25 bucks SIN CITY DAMES PRINT SERIES II #2: MARY b&w&red, 24" x 36" (STAR11438) . . . $25 bucks SIN CITY DAMES PRINT SERIES II #3: GILDA b&w&gold, 24" x 36" (STAR11437) . . . 25 bucks LUIS ROYO'S CHAINS PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2" x 10 3/8" color prints in folder . . . $19.99 TATTOOS PORTFOLIO 6 13 1/2" x 10 3/8" full-color plates, packaged in a deluxe illustrated folder for safe storage (STAR11868) . . . $19.95 Lunch Boxes BETTIE PAGE LUNCH BOX #1 FC, embossed metal lunch box, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 BETTIE PAGE LUNCH BOX #2: AMUSEMENT FC, embossed metal lunch box, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR15235) . . . $19.99 BONE LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11644) . . . $19.95 CHRIS WARE'S RUSTY BROWN LUNCH BOX FC, embossed metal (STAR15237) . . . $19.99 DEVIL GIRL LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12577) . . . $19.99 FELIX THE CAT LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 FLASH GORDON LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12314) . . . $19.99 FUTURAMA LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR12315) . . . $19.99 GROO LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR10347) . . . $19.95 HELLBOY LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR10349) . . . $19.95 INTRON DEPOT LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11684) . . . $19.95 LITTLE NEMO IN SLUMBERLAND LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR13905) . . . $19.99 MADMAN LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11005) . . . $19.95 MILK & CHEESE LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3-3/4" (STAR10355) . . . $19.95 OLIVIA LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3-3/4" (STAR11006) . . . $19.95 SOCK MONKEY LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11660) . . . $19.95 SPIRIT LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" . . . $19.99 THUNDERBIRDS LUNCH BOX FC, embossed metal lunch box, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR15226) . . . $19.99 Shot Glasses BEETLE BAILEY SHOT GLASS SET 3-glass set in custom box, each with character image and logo (STAR11673) . . . $19.95 THE DIRTY PAIR SHOT GLASSES Kei shot glass, FC, art on front, logo on back (STAR13310) . . . $5.99 Yuri shot glass, FC, art on front, logo on back (STAR13309) . . . $5.99 DRAKUUN SHOT GLASS Clear glass shot glass w/FC image on one side and logo on the other a (STAR09474) . . . $5.95 FLAMING CARROT SHOT GLASS Clear glass shot glass w/FC image on one side and logo on the other (STAR08978) . . . $5.95 GHOST JADE SHOTGLASS Jade green shotglass, illustration by Brian Apthorp and Gary Martin (STAR11143) . . . $6.95 GRENDEL CERAMIC SHOT GLASSES Grendel ceramic shot glass (white) (STAR08982) . . . $6.95 Grendel ceramic shot glass (black) (STAR08981) . . . $6.95 GUNSMITH CATS SHOT-GLASS SET 3-glass set in custom box, each with character image and logo (STAR10230) . . . $19.95 HELLBOY SHOTGLASS Clear shot glass w/ red & white art, Hellboy on one side, logo on the other (STAR09241) . . . $5.95 SIN CITY SHOT GLASS 1.5 oz clear glass w/ red-and-black illustration and logo (STAR06693) . . . 5 bucks TONY MILLIONAIRE'S SOCK MONKEY & MR. CROW SHOT GLASSES FC, graphic on front, logo on back (Sock Monkey) (STAR12361) . . . $6.99 FC, graphic on front, logo on back (Mr. Crow) (STAR12360) . . . $6.99 T-Shirts & Watches DARK HORSE DELUXE T-SHIRTS BETTIE PAGE T-SHIRTS: BETTIE X3/PLAIN TEE/INDIGO/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 BETTIE X3/RINGER TEE/WHITE W/BLACK/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 HAWAIIAN BETTIE IN HEART CIRCLE/BABYDOLL/WHITE S-L…$17.99 HAWAIIAN BETTIE IN HEART CIRCLE/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 DEVIL BETTIE/LONG SLEEVE TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL…$17.99 XXL…$19.99 DEVIL BETTIE/SPAGHETTI STRAP TANK/RED S-L…$17.99 BETTIE IN LEOPARD BIKINI/RAGLAN TEE/WHITE W/RED/YOUTH S-XL…$17.99 BETTIE SITTING IN SAND/ALL-OVER-IMAGE TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XXL…$24.99 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL T-SHIRTS: ANOTSU, MANJI, & RIN/PLAIN TEE/WHITE M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 MANJI & RIN/PLAIN TEE/BLACK M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 FLASH GORDON T-SHIRTS: MING THE MERCILESS/PLAIN TEE/BLACK M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 WE'RE TRAPPED!/PLAIN TEE/WHITE M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 FLASH ALONE/PLAIN TEE/RED M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 HELLBOY T-SHIRTS: BPRD - BUREAU FOR PARANORMAL RESEARCH AND DEFENSE/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 RED HELLBOY WITH FIRE/PLAIN TEE/BLACK/ADULT TEE M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 HELLBOY TRIPTYCH/PLAIN TEE/BLACK/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 HELLBOY ICONS/PLAIN TEE/BLACK/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 LONE WOLF AND CUB T-SHIRTS: ITTO OGAMI JUMPING W/SWORD/PLAIN TEE/WHITE M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 OGAMI & DIAGORO WALKING/PLAIN TEE/BROWN M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 OGAMI & DIAGORO BY MOONLIGHT/PLAIN TEE/BLACK M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 OGAMI & DIAGORO SIDE SHOT/PLAIN TEE/BLACK M-XL . . .$17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN T-SHIRTS: COFFEE CUP WITH WINGS/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 SKULL WITH COFFEE CUP/PLAIN TEE/BLACK/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 COFFEE CUP STAIN/PLAIN TEE/WHITE/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN W/LOGO/PLAIN TEE/ASH/ADULT M-XL . . . $17.99 XXL . . . $19.99 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 OH MY GODDESS! WRIST WATCH FC, vinyl (STAR08991) . . . $14.95 RUSTY THE BOY ROBOT WATCH Full-color watch in aluminum box, limited to 1,000 pieces (STAR12826) . . . $49.95 USAGI YOJIMBO LIMITED-EDITION WRISTWATCH Silver etching against black watch face, black leather band, each w/numbered certifiate (STAR12476) . . . $49.99 ZIPPOS 300 ZIPPO® LIGHTER High-polish brass-finish, engraved w/Spartan helmet and logo (STAR08825) . . .$29.95 ALIENS ZIPPO® LIGHTER 3-color Zippo® lighter with gun metal finish (STAR12259) . . . $29.99 ALIEN: NOSTROMO ZIPPO" LIGHTER Black matte lighter with brass etching (STAR13311) . . . $29.95 HBO: BAND OF BROTHERS ZIPPO® LIGHTER STANDARD AND COLLECTOR'S EDITIONS Standard edition, black matte finish, olive green logo (STAR14987) . . . $39.99 Collector's edition, high-polish chrome, engraved logo w/gold inlay . . . $100.00 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #1: QUEEN OF HEARTS Full-color box w/trading card (STAR010783) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #3: CLEOPATRA Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10785) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #4: BACK IN BLUE Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10786) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER SERIES II #2: LEOPARD BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR12305) . . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® SERIES II #3: DEVIL BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR13097). . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® SERIES II #4: RED BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR13497). . . $39.99 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL ZIPPO® LIGHTERS Black and red on chrome zippo® lighter (STAR10111). . . $29.95 Laser-etched brass on black-matte zippo® lighter (STAR10110). . . $29.95 DARK HORSE ZIPPO® LIGHTER Black-matte Zippo® lighter with color-etched logo (STAR08977) . . . $24.95 DRAKUUN ZIPPO® LIGHTER 4-color, silver Zippo® lighter (STAR09716) . . . $29.95 FLAMING CARROT ZIPPO® LIGHTER Matte-white finish (STAR08824) . . . $29.95 GHOST ZIPPO" LIGHTER Matte-white Zippo® illustrated by Adam Hughes (STAR11007) . . . $29.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE & RED ZIPPO® LIGHTER Matte-black lighter w/red-and-white design (STAR08983) . . . $29.95 HELLBOY ZIPPO® LIGHTER Three-color chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR06649) . . . $29.95 MADMAN ZIPPO® LIGHTER Four-color chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR09480) . . . $29.95 SIN CITY: KADIE'S CLUB PECOS ZIPPO® LIGHTER High-polish chrome lighter w/ red-and-black illustration and logo (STAR06820) . . . $29.95 SPYBOY SPYLIGHT high-beam flashlight that fits into metal Zippo® casing (STAR11073) . . . $24.95 TONY MILLIONAIRE'S SOCK MONKEY ZIPPO® LIGHTER FC, chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR12362) . . . $29.99 ZOMBIEWORLD ZIPPO® LIGHTER Illustrated logo design, brushed chrome finish (STAR09216) . . . $29.95 Miscellaneous BABE RUTH LIMITED-EDITION PAINTED BASEBALL Limited to 714 baseballs, each hand-signed and numbered, packaged in a ready-to-display plastic cube (STAR13134) . . . $59.99 BIG GUY AND RUSTY THE BOY ROBOT MAGNET SET 4 full-color magnet in polybag w/header card (STAR11953) . . . $8.00 BETTIE PAGE AIR FRESHENERS Back in Blue (Dave Stevens art) #3, Lemon scent (STAR13669) . . . $1.99 BETTIE PAGE BEACH TOWEL FC, 30" x 60", 100% cotton (STAR15878) . . . $24.99 BETTIE PAGE COASTER SET Set of 4 full-color photo coasters (STAR13136) . . . $12.99 BETTIE PAGE COASTER SET #2 Four coasters, 4" square, 1/4" thick, full color, package in a full color box (STAR15766) . . . $12.99 BETTIE PAGE DRESS-UP MAGNET SET Full-color magnet set (STAR12265) . . . $19.95 BETTIE PAGE ORNAMENT FC, packaged in a window box (STAR13093) . . . $19.99 B.P.R.D. EMBROIDERED PATCH 3" FC, embroidered patch (STAR16058) . . . $4.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SUPERNATURAL DEFENSE KIT Slipcase w/deluxe, hardcover "Claddagh" ring, vial of "holy" water with silver flakes, and gold cross (STAR10675) . . . $19.95 CHARLES ATLAS MAGNET SET FC, 8-piece magnet set (STAR13142) . . . $12.99 DHORSE DELUXE STATIONERY EXOTIQUE DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Shag's Supersonic (STAR16184) . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Shag's Tiki (STAR16185) . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Martin's Cowbot n' Cactus (STAR16187) . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Lisa Petruccia's Kick-Ass Kuties (STAR16186) . . . $4.99 DARK HORSE COFFEE MUGS Gray mug with black logo (STAR12031) . . . $7.95 Matte-black mug with gray logo (STAR12030) . . . $7.95 DARK HORSE STICKER COLLECTION Bombshell sticker #1 (Shy mini-bombshell), FC (STAR15310) . . . $1.99 (each) Bombshell sticker #2 (Angry mini-bombshell), FC (STAR15443) . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #1 (Devil Bettie), FC (STAR15175) . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #2 (Black Bettie), FC (STAR15176) . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #3 (Leopard Bettie), FC (STAR15177) . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Page sticker #4 (Red Bettie), FC (STAR15178) . . . $1.99 (each) Bettie Sticker #5 — Leopard print, FC (STAR15387) . . . $1.99 Bettie Sticker #6 — Ocean, FC (STAR15388) . . . $1.99 Bettie Sticker #7 — On a pony, FC (STAR15389) . . . $1.99 Bettie Sticker #8 — Yellow bikini, FC (STAR15390) . . . $1.99 Bunny Yeager sticker #1 — Beach, FC . . . $1.99 Bunny Yeager sticker #2 — Kneeling in bikini, FC . . . $1.99 Charles Atlas sticker #1 (posing on yellow), FC (STAR15179) . . . $1.99 (each) Charles Atlas sticker #2 (posing on red w/sword), FC (STAR15180) . . . $1.99 (each) Charles Atlas sticker #3 (Charles Atlas on blue background), FC (STAR15181) . . . $1.99 (each) Charles Atlas sticker #4 (Charles Atlas in white trunks), FC (STAR15182) . . . $1.99 (each) Grendel Sticker #1 — Grendel logo, 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COLLECTOR'S VIDEOS Vol. 1: Collector's Guide to Marx Playsets, 45 min, VHS video, full color . . . $21.99 Vol. 2: The Playset Spectaculars, 50 min, VHS video, full color (STAR15213) . . . $21.99 Vol. 3: The Combat Sets, 45 min, VHS video, full color . . . $21.99 Vol. 4: Peacetime Sets, 45 min, VHS video, full color . . . $21.99 Vol. 5: The TV Play Sets, 45 min, VHS video, full color (STAR14997) . . . $21.99 Vol. 6: Return to Glen Dale, 45 min, VHS video, full color (STAR14998) . . . $21.99 Vol. 7: Epic Times, 45 min, VHS video, full color (STAR15254) . . . $21.99 Vol. 8: The Space Sets, 46 min, VHS video, full color (STAR15255) . . . $21.99 THE RING OF THE NIBELUNG: RHINEGOLD WATER GLOBE 5 1/2" tall on base, multi-colored flakes, plays "Ride of the Valkyries" (STAR12346) . . . $99.99 SHAG COASTER SET 4 piece, full color coaster set packaged in a tin . . . $12.99 SIMPSONS POP-OUT PEOPLE FC, pop-out characters (Classic set) (STAR13871). . . $2.99 FC, pop-out characters (A Fish Called 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Mark Young, Steve Duin, and Mike Richardson; introduction by Harlan Ellison HC w/dust jacket, 256pg, FC, 8 1/2" x 11" (STAR14037) . . . $34.95 BUBBLEGUM CRISIS: GRAND MAL TP by Adam Warren SC, 112pg, FC (STAR01257) . . . $14.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: AUTUMNAL TP by Chris Boal, Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC (STAR14936) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BAD BLOOD TP by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham SC, 88pg, FC (STAR11048) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE BLOOD OF CARTHAGE TP by Christopher Golden, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 128pg, FC (STAR13030) . . . $10.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: CRASH TEST DEMONS TP by Andi Watson, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 80pg, FC (STAR11415) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE DUST WALTZ GN by Dan Brereton, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea SC, 80pg, FC (STAR08424) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: FALSE MEMORIES TP by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 96pg, FC (STAR15880) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: FOOD CHAIN TP by Doug Petrie, Christopher Golden, Cliff Richards, Christian Zanier, and others SC, 168pg, FC (STAR13996). . . $17.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE ORIGIN TP by Chris Golden, Dan Brereton, and Joe Bennett SC, 80pg, FC (STAR10112) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: OUT OF THE WOODWORK TP by Tom Fassbender, Jim Pascoe, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 112pg, FC (STAR15560) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: OZ TP by Christopher Golden and Logan Lubera SC, 80pg, FC (STAR15561) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PALE REFLECTIONS TP by Andi Watson, Doug Petrie, Cliff Richards, and Joe Pimentel SC, 88pg, FC (STAR12027) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: PAST LIVES TP by Christopher Golden, Tom Sniegoski, Christian Zanier, and Cliff Richards SC, 96pg, FC (STAR14727) . . . $12.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THE REMAINING SUNLIGHT TP by Andi Watson, Joe Bennett, and Rick Ketcham SC, 88pg, FC (STAR08974) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: RING OF FIRE GN by Doug Petrie and Ryan Sook SC, 80pg, FC (STAR11743) . . . $9.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: SPIKE AND DRU TP by James Marsters, Christopher Golden, Ryan Sook, and Eric Powell SC, 96pg, FC (STAR13673) . . . $11.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: TALES OF THE SLAYERS TP by Joss Whedon, Tim Sale, Gene Colan, P. Craig Russell, and others SC, 96pg, FC (STAR15013) . . . $14.95 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: UNINVITED GUESTS TP by Andi Watson, Dan Brereton, Hector Gomez, and Sandu Florea SC, 96pg, FC (STAR10282) . . . $10.95 COMICS BETWEEN THE PANELS HC by Steve Duin and Mike Richardson HC, 500pg, FC w/photos (STAR08507) . . . $49.95 THE DARKNESS BEHIND HC by Stefano Casini HC, 48pg, FC (STAR13324) . . . $14.95 DIGIMON: DIGITAL MONSTERS TP adapted by Dark Horse Comics, Daniel Hdr, Andy Kuhn, Nigel Dobbyn, and Ryan Hill SC, 88pg, FC (STAR12167) . . . $9.95 THE DIRTY PAIR: A PLAGUE OF ANGELS TP by Adam Warren and Toren Smith SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR01289) . . . $12.95 THE DIRTY PAIR: SIM HELL 3RD ED TP by Adam Warren SC, 128pg, FC . . . $14.95 DISNEY'S ATLANTIS THE LOST EMPIRE Adapted from the animated feature film by Greg Ehrbar; by Claudio Sciarrone, Sonia Matrone, and Matteo De Benedittis FC, 56pg (STAR13567) . . . $6.95 DOMINION TP by Masamune Shirow SC, 224pg, b&w (STAR11014) . . . $16.95 DOMU: A CHILD'S DREAM 2ND ED. TP by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 240pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR01537) . . . $17.95 DRAKUUN: THE REVENGE OF GUSTAV TP by Johji Manabe SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR09380) . . . $14.95 DRAKUUN: SHADOW OF THE WARLOCK TP by Johji Manabe SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR10114) . . . $14.95 FLAMING CARROT COMICS: FLAMING CARROT'S GREATEST HITS TP by Bob Burden SC, 216pg, b&w (STAR07613) . . . $17.95 FLAMING CARROT COMICS: FORTUNE FAVORS THE BOLD! 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THE TERMINATOR: DEATH TO THE FUTURE TP by Alan Grant, Steve Pugh, and Mike Perkins SC, 96pg, FC (STAR12215) . . . $10.95 EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS' TARZAN OF THE APES TP adapted by Russ Manning with Gaylord DuBois SC, 104pg, FC (STAR09278) . . . $12.95 EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS' TARZAN THE UNTAMED TP adapted by Russ Manning with Gaylord DuBois SC, 96pg, FC (STAR10391) . . . $11.95 THE TENTH: BLACKOUT TP by Tony Daniel SC, 128pg, FC (STAR10139) . . . $14.95 TONY DANIEL'S F5 TP by Tony Daniel, Romano, Rich Bonk, Marlo, and Kevin Conrad SC, 128pg, FC (STAR15997) . . . $14.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN'S AMUSING MUSINGS by Shannon Wheeler b&w, 144pg (STAR15312) . . . $12.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN'S GUIDE FOR THE PERPLEXED TP by Shannon Wheeler SC, 144pg, b&w (STAR08167) . . . $10.95 TOO MUCH COFFEE MAN'S PARADE OF TIRADE TP by Shannon Wheeler SC, 144pg, b&w (STAR10415) . . . $12.95 THE TOWERS OF BOIS-MAURY VOL. 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VOLUME 5: MICHAEL'S FAVORITE SPOT TP by Makoto Kobayashi SC, 88pg, b&w (STAR15489) . . . $8.95 XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS — BLOOD AND SHADOWS TP by John Wagner, Ian Edginton, Davidé Fabbri, and Mike Deodato, Jr. SC, 96pg, FC (STAR12744) . . . $11.95 XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS — SLAVE TP by John Wagner, Joyce Chin, Mike Deodato,Jr., Clint Hilinski, Fabiano Neves, and Walden Wong SC, 80pg, FC (STAR11968) . . . $9.95 XENA WARRIOR PRINCESS: WARRIOR WAY OF DEATH TP by John Wagner, Joyce Chin, and Walden Wong; SC, 88pg, FC (STAR11526) . . . $9.95 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST!: THE WILD ONES TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 152pg, b&w (STAR07031) . . . $12.95 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST! : LIGHTS AND SIREN! TP by Kosuke Fujishima SC, 120pg, b&w (STAR10419) . . . $10.95 ZACHARY HOLMES CASE 1: THE MONSTER HC by Carlos Trillo and Juan Bobillo HC, 48pg, FC, 9" x 12" (STAR15370) . . . $14.95 ZACHARY HOLMES CASE 2: THE SORCERER HC by Carlos Trillo and Juan Bobillo HC, 48pg, FC, 9" x 12" . . . $14.95 DC COMICS The return of the King! AQUAMAN Banished from Atlantis! Branded a traitor! Every denizen of the deep programmed to deliver him a death sentence… It's Aquaman as you've never seen him before! The King of the Seven Seas makes his long-anticipated return to monthly comics with AQUAMAN — a new ongoing series that combines the talents of acclaimed storyteller Rick Veitch (GREYSHIRT: INDIGO SUNSET, Brat Pack), hot young penciller Yvel Guichet (JLA, BATMAN: HARLEY QUINN), inker Mark Propst, and stunning cover artist Alex Maleev (Daredevil, BATMAN: NO MAN'S LAND), to deliver an exciting new era in the life of the underwater crusader. The aftermath of the epic JLA storyline "The Obsidian Age" has left Aquaman hated by his former subjects and exiled from the life-giving ocean he once called home. The king they called Orin is judged guilty of high treason for crimes committed during "The Obsidian Age." His sentence: death. Left to perish on an exposed reef, Aquaman discovers — to his horror — that all the creatures of the sea are instructed to attack him without mercy, and that he must now turn to other bodies of water for sanctuary. In a mysterious freshwater lake he finds refuge and much more, as he is granted amazing new powers and a brand-new mission in life! The oceans may be off-limits, but the Lady of the Lake has presented him with his true destiny. AQUAMAN presents a refreshing new take on this classic, fan-favorite character — delivering amazing new adventures that readers never expected to see, and surprises as only Veitch can provide! This project is supported with a full-color poster, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. AQUAMAN is an ongoing series edited by Dan Raspler. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 11 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. The '80s sensation returns! ROBOTECH An alien spacecraft crash-lands in the South Pacific. Over the next ten years, scientists study and adapt the alien technology into powerful "mecha" — much needed in a large, looming interplanetary war into which the Earth is unwillingly drawn… Welcome to ROBOTECH — a new #0 issue and 6-issue miniseries from WildStorm Productions featuring characters from the wildly popular animated series! Debuting with two issues in December, this highly anticipated return of Robotech features stories from the Macross Saga — focusing on the original cast of characters: Roy Fokker, Rick Hunter, Lynn Minmei, Claudia Grant, Henry Gloval, and the arrival of the SDF-1. First up, Tommy Yune — the man behind DANGER GIRL: KAMIKAZE and SPEED RACER: BORN TO RACE — teams up with co-writer Jay Faerber (Noble Causes, THE TITANS) to bring you a special 12-page story in ROBOTECH #0. And getting just one fan-favorite artist wasn't enough for this important tale, so we've got four: Jim Lee (BATMAN), Lee Bermejo (BATMAN/DEATHBLOW: AFTER THE FIRE), Alé Garza (GEN13), and Carlos D'Anda (RESIDENT EVIL) — all combining their talents in a "jam" story that needs to be seen to be believed! After a rescue mission, Captain Rick Hunter comes across Roy Fokker's Veritech, set to be dismantled. The sight of Roy's "old bird" takes Rick back to the day Roy left Pop Hunter's Air Circus to fight in the world war. If that doesn't whet your appetite for Robotech excitement, this issue also features a special pinup section featuring the eye-popping artwork of Adam Warren, Kaare Andrews, Randy Green, Long Vo, Dustin Nguyen, and Keron Grant! Plus, a text piece by Yune (who provides the cover) exploring Robotech's past, present, and future! Then, just two weeks later, it's ROBOTECH #1 — the beginning of a 6-issue monthly miniseries written by Yune & Faerber and featuring art by Long Vo (X-Men: Evolution, Last Shot: First Draw) & Udon, a cover by Yune, and a variant cover by Steve Skroce (Wolverine). In issue #1, Ace fighter pilot Roy Fokker has gone to war and is making himself a legend through his tenacity and raw ability. But skills in the air alienate him from his comrades, as he often outlives his wingmen. His next mission, though, tests even his ability and brings him into conflict with someone familiar to any Robotech fan: Captain Gloval! And there's a new challenge on the horizon for both of them...one that's about to crash onto Macross Island! This project is supported with a full-color poster, house and trade ads, a co-op ad slick, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. ROBOTECH #0 is a 32-page WildStorm Productions one-shot edited by Ben Abernathy, arriving in comic-book stores December 4 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. ROBOTECH is a 6-issue WildStorm Productions miniseries also edited by Abernathy. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with Tommy Yune (50%) and Steve Skroce (50%). GOTHAM CENTRAL They are Gotham City's finest! And living in the shadow of the Dark Knight just makes the detectives of Gotham's police force determined to prove they have what it takes to enforce the law in a city rife with criminals…with or without Batman's help. GOTHAM CENTRAL is a powerful new ongoing series that debuts with two issues in December! Masterfully written by Greg Rucka (DETECTIVE COMICS, Queen & Country) & Ed Brubaker (BATMAN, CATWOMAN), and beautifully brought to life by artist Michael Lark (BATMAN: NINE LIVES), GOTHAM CENTRAL focuses on the daily grind of the police detectives of Gotham — taking readers to a part of Batman's world they've only glimpsed before. Fan favorite characters like Renée Montoya, Crispis Allen, Maggie Sawyer, and Commissioner Aikens (the man who replaced James Gordon) are joined by an expanded cast of both familiar and new faces. Readers learn just how difficult it is to solve crimes and prevent murders in Gotham, especially when the biggest obstacle is Batman! In issue #1, a tense drama begins in rapid-fire fashion with the all too familiar cry of "officer down!" — and the race is on to stop a major Batman villain while solving the crime before the Dark Knight intervenes. But between the emotion of losing one of their own and the labyrinth of clues left behind, the chances of success for Montoya, Allen and Co. don't look good… Then three weeks later in issue #2, the detectives' best lead to solving the murder of their fellow officer has reached a dead end, and time is running out. When they discover the killer's real target, can they hope to arrive in time? Issue #3 follows in January only two weeks later, and then the title maintains a regular monthly schedule, with Rucka and Brubaker writing solo on alternating story arcs thereafter. This project is supported with a full-color poster, house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. GOTHAM CENTRAL is an ongoing series edited by Matt Idelson. Issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 4, and issue #2 arrives in comic-book stores December 26. Each issue is 32 pages with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. WAR STORY: J FOR JENNY "No enemy aircraft will fly over the Reich territory." — Herman Goering It's late 1943, and with the war now turning towards victory for the Allies, great firebombing raids are being launched against German cities and industries. The Americans bomb by day and the British by night — up to a thousand bombers at a time hitting cities like Hamburg, Bremen and Berlin, razing them all. But no matter how tough you are as part of a bombing crew, sooner or later you find yourself wondering who is underneath you when you drop the mother lode… Writer Garth Ennis returns for another hard-hitting tale of war in WAR STORY: J FOR JENNY — a 64-page VERTIGO one-shot reuniting Ennis with legendary artist David Lloyd (V FOR VENDETTA, WAR STORY: NIGHTINGALE), with a cover designed by Terry Marks. The Americans may have had the B-17 Flying Fortress, but the English had the Lancaster bomber — a built-to-spill flying tank that was loaded to the gills, punching Swiss-cheese holes in German industrial facilities. Jenny is one of Britain's tough-as-leather Lancaster bombers, and this is her tale — as her crew wreaks havoc on cities all across Nazi Germany. J FOR JENNY — the second tale in the latest wave of WAR STORY one-shots — shows the very human side of war, living up to the brutal realism and in-your-face storytelling that made the first WAR STORY chronicles such a hit. This project is supported with house ads. WAR STORY: J FOR JENNY is a 64-page VERTIGO one-shot edited by Will Dennis and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores December 11 with a cover price of $4.95 U.S. HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: LADY CONSTANTINE "I have, in my time, found little use for convention — especially insofar as it involves being dictated to by men..." — Johanna Constantine The year is 1785, and Johanna Constantine is a woman way ahead of her time. Ancestor of HELLBLAZER's John Constantine, and herself a dabbler in the shadowy world of the occult, Johanna finds herself embroiled in a desperate battle to locate the world's most coveted — and deadliest — mystical prize. An infernal box which, if opened, could reveal the secrets of the universe, or unleash all the savage powers of Hell...or both. HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: LADY CONSTANTINE is a 4-issue VERTIGO miniseries written by Andy Diggle (2000AD) with art by award-winning artist Goran Sudzuka (OUTLAW NATION), and super-sexy painted covers by Phil Noto (BIRDS OF PREY, Beautiful Killer). After being hired by British Secret Intelligence to hunt down the box, Johanna must enlist the aid of allies both human and otherwise if she is to seize the prize from an ancient and unstoppable foe — as the very fate of the world hangs in the balance. And being a Constantine, she knows that if you play with Hellfire, you're liable to get burned... LADY CONSTANTINE combines the horror of HELLBLAZER, the wit and charm of THE SANDMAN and the otherworldly imagination of SWAMP THING in a sweeping supernatural action-adventure. Johanna Constantine: magician, adventurer, rogue. She may be many things, but she's no lady... This project is supported with house ads. HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: LADY CONSTANTINE is a 4-issue VERTIGO miniseries edited by Will Dennis and is suggested for mature readers. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. THE AUTHORITY: SCORCHED EARTH WildStorm's most powerful super-team, the Authority, has faced alien threats, rogue super-humans and even the Earth itself in its quest to protect the planet. But can even the powerhouse members of this group stop an oncoming supernova? The widescreen action and intense characterization you've come to expect from the Authority continues in THE AUTHORITY: SCORCHED EARTH — a 48-page Eye of the Storm one-shot brought to you by writer Robbie Morrison and artist Frazer Irving. Both creators are best known for their phenomenal work on 2000AD and are on the fast track to comics stardom! Topping this one-shot is a gorgeous cover painted by Ashley Wood (AUTOMATIC KAFKA). In SCORCHED EARTH, the birth of a new being has caused the Sun to rapidly age, causing a potential supernova five billion years early! While the easy solution would be to kill the newborn entity, the consequences of such an action could spell doom for the entire solar system! Will the return of a long-forgotten ally turn the tide of battle? Will our heroes prevail against incredible odds? Or is mankind doomed to extinction? SCORCHED EARTH is a one-shot that will be on fire, as the story — and its creators, Morrison and Irving — are sure to be talked about for some time to come! This project is supported with house and trade ads. THE AUTHORITY: SCORCHED EARTH is a 48-page WildStorm Productions one-shot edited by Ben Abernathy and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $4.95 U.S. BATMAN/ALIENS II They're the most dangerous creatures in the universe. Relentless and bloodthirsty, these Aliens will stop at nothing to sate their constant hunger. But in the human hero known as Batman, they may have met their match again. BATMAN/ALIENS II is a 3-issue Prestige Format miniseries written by Ian Edginton (Aliens vs. Predator: Eternal), with art by Staz Johnson (ROBIN, CATWOMAN) & James Hodgkins (JENNY SPARKS: THE SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY), that finds a Gotham City construction crew uncovering a sealed vault that houses an unspeakable horror. Eighty years ago, an expedition to the South Pole uncovered a crashed spaceship — a spaceship containing the savage Aliens. Now, after years of lying dormant in hibernation, a nearly desiccated Alien escapes into the modern world. And it's very, very hungry! Now the Alien has been unleashed upon an unsuspecting Gotham City. And only one man has a chance of stopping this murderous beast — the Dark Knight Detective known as Batman! This project is supported with house and trade ads. BATMAN/ALIENS II is a 3-issue Prestige Format Elseworlds miniseries edited by Michael Wright. The 48-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 26 with a cover price of $5.95 U.S. Copublished with Dark Horse Comics. BATGIRL: YEAR ONE Barbara Gordon is currently known throughout the DC Universe as the information powerhouse called Oracle. But before that, she was better known to the world as Batgirl! The creators of ROBIN: YEAR ONE return with another look into the past of one of comics' most popular characters! BATGIRL: YEAR ONE is a 9-issue miniseries written by Chuck Dixon (Way of the Rat, BIRDS OF PREY, NIGHTWING) & Scott Beatty (BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS), with art and covers by Marcos Martín & Alvaro Lopez (BIRDS OF PREY, ROBIN). Barbara, following her chance meeting with the Boy Wonder at the end of ROBIN: YEAR ONE, aspires to become a vigilante herself. But between the skepticism of Batman and the watchful eye of her adoptive father, James Gordon, she's finding entry to the hero biz difficult at best. And in her first time out of the gate, she must take on Killer Moth! Laugh if you want, but there's a reason they call him "Killer" — and this is one enemy who'll come back to haunt Barbara! YEAR ONE tells the full story of Barbara Gordon's rise as a super-hero, chronicling the lessons she learned and the powerful choices she made that continue to make her one of the most captivating characters in comics today. This project is supported with house and trade ads, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. BATGIRL: YEAR ONE is a 9-issue miniseries edited by Matt Idelson. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. WONDER WOMAN ANNUAL #1 (1967) 80-PAGE GIANT During the 1960s, 80-Page Giants were a popular comics format that contained a fistful of stories in one jam-packed issue for a modest price. Most of DC's iconic characters had an 80-Page Giant, save for one curious exception: Wonder Woman. That is…until now! Rescued from the vault of lost annuals, WONDER WOMAN ANNUAL #1 (1967) is an 80-page one-shot collecting four of the Amazon Princess's classic adventures! First up is a tale that is considered one of her best Golden Age escapades: "Villainy Incorporated," reprinting WONDER WOMAN (first series) #28. This story inspired the recently concluded serial in the current incarnation of WONDER WOMAN. Also included are "Eagle of Space" from issue #105, "Wanted: Wonder Woman" from issue #108 and "Revolt of Wonder Woman!" from issue #144! With the writing talents of Robert Kanigher and Wonder Woman creator William Moulton Marston, and the fine art of Ross Andru, Mike Esposito and Golden Age great Harry G. Peter, this is one Annual you don't want "lost" again — so don't be caught without it! This project is supported with house ads. WONDER WOMAN ANNUAL #1 (1967) is an 80-page one-shot arriving in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $4.95 U.S. April 2003 is… SUPER FRIENDS MONTH! "Their mission: To fight injustice. To right that which is wrong. And to serve all mankind!" Relive those fond memories of the Super Friends in April, 2003 — as DC Comics brings you a slew of new goodies for "Super Friends! Month" — items that you won't be able to pass up! If you grew up watching the Saturday morning adventures on TV, then you'll be happy to stroll down memory lane with the SUPER FRIENDS! TRUTH, JUSTICE AND PEACE! trade paperback — a 144-page follow-up to last year's successful collection, starring Superman, Batman & Robin, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Wonder Twins, and others. Written by E. Nelson Bridwell, this volume showcases the art of Ramona Fradon, Bob Smith and Vince Colletta — with a dynamic cover portraying the Super Friends by legendary artist Alex Toth! TRUTH, JUSTICE AND PEACE! reprints material from SUPER FRIENDS #10, 12, 13, 25, 28, 31, and 37, plus the backups from #29 & 36 — featuring appearances by the likes of Supergirl, the Demon, Swamp Thing, the Global Guardians, TNT & Dyna-Mite, Man-Bat, Bizarro, Solomon Grundy, Felix Faust, Black Orchid, Gorilla Grodd, and more! Then look out for an exciting new series of Super Friends DC Direct product starting in April! First up is the SUPER FRIENDS!: SUPERMAN AND LEX LUTHOR DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET — featuring articulated action figures of the Man of Steel and his archenemy as they appeared on the classic animated show. Then get set for the SUPER FRIENDS!: WONDER WOMAN AND CHEETAH DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET — featuring figures of the Amazing Amazon and her feline-inspired nemesis. Both Deluxe Action Figure sets include Super Friends logo bases, a variety of cool and fun accessories (see DC Direct listings for full details), and are packaged in newly designed, full-color window boxes. Four more SUPER FRIENDS! DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SETS are scheduled for release in 2003! Still want more Super Friends? Then be sure to catch the SUPER FRIENDS!: BATMAN MAQUETTE — the first in a line of five limited-edition Super Friends maquettes due in 2003, based on the character designs of the animated show. This cold-cast porcelain maquette stands approximately 8 3/4" tall x 5" wide x 4 1/2" deep and is packaged in a full-color box. Plus, no Super Friends fan's wall is complete without the SUPER FRIENDS! POSTER, showcasing the exciting artwork of Alex Toth (comic-book great and character designer for the original Super Friends animated show), originally published as the cover for 1976's LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION #C-41. This 24" x 36" poster features a cheerful depiction of the Super Friends and is perfect for framing! Finally, look for upcoming news about Super Friends from Warner Home Video! With so many Super Friends items in April, you'll be in nostalgia heaven! "Super Friends! Month" is supported with a full-color poster and house ads. SUPER FRIENDS!: TRUTH, JUSTICE AND PEACE! is a 144-page trade paperback, advance-solicited and arriving in comic-book stores April 2, 2003, with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. SUPER FRIENDS!: SUPERMAN AND LEX LUTHOR DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET and SUPER FRIENDS!: WONDER WOMAN AND CHEETAH DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET are both advance-solicited and arrive in comic-book stores April 2 and 30, 2003, respectively. Please consult your retailer for pricing information. The SUPER FRIENDS!: BATMAN MAQUETTE is advance-solicited, arriving in comic-book stores April 9, 2003, with a price of $89.95 U.S. The SUPER FRIENDS! POSTER is advance-solicited, arriving in comic-book stores April 23, 2003, with a price of $7.95 U.S. BIRDS OF PREY #50 With the debut of the much anticipated Birds of Prey live-action TV series on The WB! this fall, exciting changes are in store for its comic-book inspiration! BIRDS OF PREY #50 is the debut of a 6-issue run by a creative team that will take the lives of Black Canary and Oracle to new heights! Critically acclaimed creator Gilbert Hernandez, Time Magazine's "Hot Pick for comics creator of 2001" (along with his brother Jaime, for their legendary comic Love and Rockets) hops on board as writer, with Casey Jones (Excalibur) providing art and Phil Noto continuing on covers. In issue #50, a perfect jumping-on point for new readers, we discover that Black Canary's had it! After one exhausting adventure after another, she's ready for some "Dinah downtime." First stop: the hairdresser's to get her roots done and to mull over the fact that she's…growing younger? But before you can say "Silver Age," Canary's abducted by an apelike creature in protective body armor. After a fierce battle, the creature turns out to be Java — the caveman bodyguard of industrialist Simon Stagg (and longtime DCU readers know that if Stagg is around, a certain DCU fan-favorite character is sure to be close by). The normally slow-witted Java appears even more deluded than usual, mistaking Canary for his unrequited love, Sapphire Stagg! Meanwhile, Barbara is "bothered" by an old acquaintance… The action and adventure continues for our pair of heroines, with an added touch of unpredictability! BIRDS OF PREY is an ongoing series edited by Lysa Hawkins. Issue #50 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. BIRDS OF PREY DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET The upcoming Birds of Prey TV show has inspired DC Direct to create action figures of the comic-book versions of the characters! The BIRDS OF PREY DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET features The Huntress, Oracle and Black Canary packaged together so that all the action and excitement of these beautiful crusaders for justice can be yours! BLACK CANARY — wearing her latest costume from the BIRDS OF PREY comic book — features twelve points of articulation, stands approximately 6" tall and comes with a removable belt. THE HUNTRESS features twelve points of articulation, stands approximately 6" tall and comes with two crossbows (each approximately 1" long and 1/2" wide) and a soft vinyl, non-removable cape. ORACLE features seven points of articulation and sits approximately 4 3/4" tall in a wheelchair (the figure and wheelchair are one piece), that features functioning wheels and a laptop computer. The set also comes with two bases (approximately 5" wide x 2 3/4" deep) featuring the BIRDS OF PREY logo and is packaged in a 4-color window box. The BIRDS OF PREY DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET is advance-solicited and arrives in comic-book stores March 5, 2003. Please consult your retailer for pricing information. Will Eisner's THE NAME OF THE GAME SOFTCOVER Following the success of MINOR MIRACLES (the first original addition to DC's Will Eisner Library), one of comics' most influential and groundbreaking storytellers presents the 176-page softcover version of the acclaimed, Eisner Award- winning THE NAME OF THE GAME. Written and illustrated by Will Eisner, THE NAME OF THE GAME is a tumultuous generational saga of a wealthy Jewish family's assimilation into New York society, spanning the first half of the 1900s. It's also the story of the American Dream, and the game of marrying for social advantage. With this book, the author relates in modern form the classic fairy tale story of the pauper's hope of advancement by marrying into royalty. Conrad and Alex Arnheim are two rich sons who inherited their family's successful garment business, and over the years, they each, in turn, destroy the family legacy. Conrad, the adored eldest son, grows up to be a ruthless businessman and womanizer, true to no one but himself. Alex becomes a life-long alcoholic, destroying himself and those who love him. An emotionally rich tale, THE NAME OF THE GAME delves into the lives of the many people who are connected to the Arnheims, painting a compelling picture of life, family, religion, and social status from the turn of the century through post- World War II America. This project is supported with house and trade ads. THE NAME OF THE GAME is a 176-page softcover edited by Karen Berger, arriving in comic-book stores December 26 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. "Cycles," Part 1 Y — THE LAST MAN #6 "...this book blew us away..." — Wizard: The Comics Magazine Critics and readers have been raving about the new VERTIGO series that takes a look at what the world would be like if the entire male population died out…save for one man and his pet monkey. Y — THE LAST MAN #6 begins an all-new 5-part story "Cycles," and is the perfect jumping-on point for new readers who are just hearing about this exciting new series. Written by Brian K. Vaughan, with art by Pia Guerra & José Marzan, Jr., and painted covers by J.G. Jones, Y #6 reveals more about the mystery of why the men may have died out — while throwing more puzzling questions into the mix. In "Cycles," Yorick Brown and his companions embark on an important quest. Riding the rails across a radically transformed America, the last man on Earth is pursued by several competing factions, including the deadly Daughters of the Amazon. Meanwhile, things get worse for Hero, Yorick's missing sister. Fans have been won over by this refreshing new series — and just look at what some critics have to say: "This is easily Vertigo's best offering since LUCIFER, and possibly even PREACHER. Yes, it's that good." — RevolutionSF.com. "Vaughan introduces a far-flung and quirky cast of characters, builds tension very effectively and sets up a status quo where literally anything could happen next." — The Fourth Rail. "This book is going to be the next big thing... Get in on the ground floor now. You won't be sorry." — Ain't It Cool News. Y — THE LAST MAN is an ongoing VERTIGO series edited by Steve Bunche and is suggested for mature readers. Issue #6 is 32 pages and arrives in comic-book stores December 18 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. SWAMP THING: DARK GENESIS — NEW EDITION TRADE PAPERBACK He has become a modern legend, this mysterious creature of the Louisiana bayou. Feared as a monster, hailed as a god, by turns wonderfully benevolent and pitiless in his wrath, the Swamp Thing has carved his unique niche in the American Landscape. Writer Len Wein and legendary horror artist Bernie Wrightson, the original creators of the most complex creature in comics, brought the "Swamp Thing" to life in an 8-page story from HOUSE OF SECRETS #92. Now that classic story, plus the first ten issues of SWAMP THING Volume One, are reprinted in a new edition of SWAMP THING: DARK GENESIS — a 240-page VERTIGO trade paperback. In DARK GENESIS, learn the astonishing secret of Swamp Thing's "birth"; share the forbidden passions of Anton Arcane and the measureless sorrow of the Patchwork Man; shiver to the timeless horror of the witch named Rebecca Ravenwind and of a tortured Scottish werewolf. These eleven stories are not merely acknowledged classics of the comics field; they are an incredible reading experience, and the ideal introduction to the many-faceted creature known as Swamp Thing. SWAMP THING: DARK GENESIS is a 240-page VERTIGO trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores December 11 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. No More Happily Ever After… FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE TRADE PAPERBACK Her apartment's a bloody crime scene. Her body's nowhere to be found. And it's not a simple case of murder. What horrifying thing has happened to beloved fairytale character Rose Red? You'll be surprised to learn the answer, as VERTIGO's new hit series gets its first collection with FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE — a 128-page trade paperback collecting the first five issues of the sold-out, critically acclaimed, fan- favorite title. Created and written with predatory wit by Bill Willingham (Coventry, THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: MERV PUMPKINHEAD — AGENT OF DREAM), LEGENDS IN EXILE features the art of Lan Medina (Aria, WONDER WOMAN SECRET FILES), Steve Leialoha (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: PETREFAX) and Craig Hamilton (THE SPECTRE). This collection also includes a new FABLES prose story by Willingham and a new painted cover by James Jean. When a group of fairytale characters are exiled from their respective homelands, they're forced to take up secret residence in modern day New York City. But life in the "real" world among the "mundanes" isn't easy for these displaced refugees — especially after their community is rocked by the apparent murder of Rose Red. The primary suspect in Red's death is her latest boyfriend, Jack — an unrepentant rascal who's caused no end of trouble for the Fable community since his beanstalk-climbing days. It's up to Deputy Mayor Snow White and a reformed Bigby Wolf, Fabletown's one-man police force, to sniff out whodunnit to Snow's estranged, party-girl sister. Can the reluctant partners solve the mystery of Rose Red's murder without killing one another in the process? This project is supported with house ads. FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE is a 128-page VERTIGO trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores December 11 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. GREYSHIRT: INDIGO SUNSET TRADE PAPERBACK From the pages of TOMORROW STORIES comes one of AMERICA'S BEST COMICS' most intriguing characters: Greyshirt! Who is Greyshirt and how did he come to be? What is the real story behind Indigo City's champion? Where did his career begin? The answers are found in GREYSHIRT: INDIGO SUNSET, a 224-page trade paperback collecting the 6-issue miniseries from AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, written and illustrated by Greyshirt co-creator Rick Veitch (AQUAMAN, Brat Pack). The savage and startling origin of Greyshirt is revealed in a decades-spanning epic, as Veitch takes the character he co- created with Alan Moore and gives him greater depth and purpose. INDIGO SUNSET follows our hero through a variety of adventures, with an added twist: Each 24-page chapter is supplemented by an 8-page installment from the Indigo Sunset newspaper (including such comic strips as "Weeping Gorilla!"). The chapters and newspaper articles are interrelated, offering a different view of events occurring in the lead chapters. INDIGO SUNSET also features contributions by some of comics' finest creators, including Russ Heath, David Lloyd, Al Williamson, Dave Gibbons, and Frank Cho! This project is supported with house ads. GREYSHIRT: INDIGO SUNSET is a 224-page AMERICA'S BEST COMICS trade paperback arriving in comic-book stores December 11 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. PROMETHEA BOOK TWO TRADE PAPERBACK The second volume of the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning series PROMETHEA is every bit as good as, if not better than, the first volume — and we don't make that statement lightly! PROMETHEA BOOK TWO is a 176-page trade paperback from AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, written by Alan Moore and illustrated by J.H. Williams III, Mick Gray, and José Villarrubia, with a cover pencilled by Williams and painted by Villarrubia. BOOK TWO follows Sophie Bangs, the latest in a long line of Prometheas, on a winding journey of discovery as she continues to learn the secrets of the Immateria...and herself. Her transcendental adventure brings young Sophie to realms of magic and wonder that none have experienced before. Collecting PROMETHEA issues #7-12, BOOK TWO contains such fan-favorite stories as "Rocks and Hard Places," where Sophie learns about the Promethea named Bill, and "Sex, Stars, and Serpents," where Sophie learns some…er…valuable lessons. Moore — the most lauded writer in the history of comics — and the fan-favorite art team of Williams & Gray combine their talents for a unique vision in comics that Entertainment Weekly has given an "A-" — describing the creative team as "seemingly hell-bent on reinventing the art of comics storytelling." This project is supported with house ads. PROMETHEA BOOK TWO is a 176-page trade paperback from AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, arriving in comic- book stores December 11 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK FOUR TRADE PAPERBACK The most faithful adaptation of a video game ever seen in comics comes to a shattering conclusion in this volume, translated into English (from the original Hong Kong manga) by Ted Adams and Kris Oprisko (RESIDENT EVIL: FIRE AND ICE). RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK FOUR is a 144-page WildStorm Productions trade paperback originally written by Lee Chung Hing and illustrated by Hui King Sum that finds Chris Redfield tracing his sister Claire to Antarctica, where she and Steve have run afoul of the insane Alexia Ashford. Of course, landing in the midst of an Umbrella base and actually rescuing his sister are two different things — even for someone who's tangled with as many of Umbrella's sinister creations as Chris. And not only are there monsters to battle, but Alexia has an evil plot of her own, which ties into long-hidden secrets of her upbringing. Before this tale is over, everyone is changed, for better or for worse… This project is supported with house ads. RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK FOUR is a 144-page WildStorm Productions trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores December 4 with a cover price of $14.95 U.S. THE J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK NEW PRINTING The first time we offered this sought-after volume, it was an instant sell-out — so don't let it slip through your fingers twice! Fans thirsting for more of artist J. Scott Campbell's juicy artwork now have a second chance with THE J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK — a 64-page Prestige Format one-shot of glorious Campbell DANGER GIRL art and other goodies that fans won't be able to live without. This jam-packed collection includes tons of behind-the-scenes material, such as ultra-rare production drawings from the DANGER GIRL video game, action figures and PVCs. Plus, there are breakdowns for DANGER GIRL pages, rarely seen covers, two amazing Danger Girl animation flip-books that run along the inside corner flaps, and many more enticing treasures to discover and drool over. The DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK is a treat for any and all who appreciate terrific comic-book art — and especially helpful for the aspiring comics artist who desires a glimpse of those cool behind-the-scenes secrets that we always hear about but have never gotten to see…until now! This book is printed on two different stocks of paper — one glossy, the other matte — to enhance your viewing experience. With approximately half of the sketchbook in color and the rest in black-and-white, the art in the DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK — some created exclusively for this volume — amply proves why Campbell is one of the most sought-out artists in the business! THE J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK is a 64-page CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS Prestige Format one-shot arriving in comic-book stores December 26 with a cover price of $6.95 U.S. THE FLASH: THE RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN — NEW EDITION TRADE PAPERBACK During Mark Waid's popular run on THE FLASH, the fan-favorite writer penned the now-classic story "The Return of Barry Allen" — featuring the miraculous reappearance of the Scarlet Speedster of the Silver Age! Now the previously sold-out collection of this storyline returns in a new printing of THE FLASH: THE RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN — a 192-page trade paperback by Waid and artists Greg LaRocque & Roy Richardson. This fast-paced volume reprints THE FLASH #74-79, where current Flash Wally West faces his uncle Barry — seemingly back from the dead — with open arms. But what is the incredible secret behind his reappearance? The RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN features a host of other super-speedsters, including Golden Age Flash Jay Garrick, the reintroduction of Johnny Quick, and the first reappearance of the zen master of speed, Max Mercury! Capping off this volume is a sensational cover by Brian Bolland — an homage to the cover of SHOWCASE #4, Barry Allen's first appearance! THE FLASH: THE RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN is a 192-page trade paperback arriving in comic-book stores December 4 with a cover price of $12.95 U.S. SUPERMAN: "Lost Hearts" Metropolis reporter Lois Lane may have won Superman's heart, but she was not the Man of Steel's first love. Growing up in Smallville, young Clark Kent believed that one day he would marry his high school sweetheart, Lana Lang. Now, as adults, Lana has suddenly disappeared, and Superman is determined to find her. Before it's over, their relationship will take an unexpected turn. "Lost Hearts" is a 4-part storyline running through all the Superman books in December, with chapters alternately written by Geoff Johns and Joe Kelly, and featuring stunning painted covers by John Van Fleet! In SUPERMAN #189 (with art by Pascual Ferry), Lana answers a call for help from the slums of Washington D.C. and mysteriously vanishes! Her husband, Vice President Pete Ross, calls Clark Kent to help. But this might not be a job for Superman, as he realizes there are darker forces at work. Then in ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #611 (with art by Dwayne Turner & Danny Miki), Superman — who has been forced to go underground in his quest for Lana — encounters a mysterious young woman calling herself Girl 13. Does she hold a clue to Lana's disappearance, or will her presence drag Superman further into the underworld? In SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #133 (with art by Tom Raney & Scott Hanna), Superman is gravely affected by the things he's seen and has given in to despair. Could the world be losing its greatest hero? Finally, in ACTION COMICS #798 (with art by Ferry), the search for Lana ends, but not as you'd expect. Will the two lost souls of Lana and Clark rekindle the romance from their childhood in Smallville? And what key does Girl 13 have to saving them? SUPERMAN #189, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #611, SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #133, and ACTION COMICS #798 are all 32-page issues edited by Eddie Berganza. They arrive in comic-book stores December 4, 11, 18, and 25, respectively, with a cover price of $2.25 U.S. each. BATMAN: FAMILY BATMAN: FAMILY #6: THE TECHNICIAN WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY STEFANO GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG; COVER BY HOBERG In stores December 4. The weekly miniseries continues! His name says it all: The Technician creates weapons for Athena's super-villain group, and he's also inserted himself into Gotham's underground, unleashing a panoply of new weaponry to the crime families that tear the city apart. Batman's caught wind of the arms escalation, however, and he wants it stopped, now! But the G.C.P.D. is running its own investigation, and Detectives Montoya and Allen are looking to break the case themselves. Which means goodbye Batman and hello Matches Malone! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 8) $2.25 BATMAN: FAMILY #7: MR. FUN WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY STEVE LEIBER AND STEFANO GAUDIANO; COVER BY GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG In stores December 11. On the outside, he's all that's wholesome — the all-American man, sadly out of time. In reality, it's his victims who are out of time. Mr. Fun has been assigned a surprising target, and it's up to Batgirl and Nightwing to stop him. Batman, meanwhile, discovers a deadly clue to Athena's past, but he may be too late as Athena and her gang are about to put their master plan into action! FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 8) $2.25 BATMAN: FAMILY #8: BLACKOUT WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART AND COVER BY STEFANO GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG In stores December 18. BATMAN: FAMILY concludes in an extra-sized issue! Batman and his "family" launch an all-out assault on Athena and her "family." But even if they win the battle, can they hope to save Gotham from a long and deadly night? All secrets are revealed, all scores settled — and when it's over, Gotham will be shaken to its very core, with the future of Wayne Enterprises determined once and for all! FC, 48 PG. (8 OF 8) $2.95 DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN DETECTIVE COMICS #777 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND J.C. GAGNÉ; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, MICHEL GAGNÉ, AND WADE VON GRAWBADGER; COVER BY TIM SALE In stores December 4. The new creative team of writer Ed Brubaker, artists Tommy Castillo & Wade von Grawbadger, and cover artist Tim Sale debuts! In "Dead Reckoning," Part 1, someone is picking off Gotham's Rogues — starting with one of Killer Moth's ex-henchmen who's decided to pick up the mantle now that his former boss has become Charaxis. At the scene of the crime, a clue is found, one of Two-Face's marred coins…except this time, both sides are marred. Plus, Part 2 of the 5-part backup feature, "Spore," written by J.C. Gagné and illustrated by renowned children's book and indie comics artist Michel Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbits). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #162 WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY ROGER LANGRIDGE In stores December 11. "Auteurism," Part 1 of 2. Once, he was a star...then he was a drunk. Now, he's poised to get to the top once again. But to do it, he'll need the Joker's help! A truly unusual 2-part Batman story by writer John Arcudi (DOOM PATROL) featuring the unique art of Roger Langridge (Fred the Clown). FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #36 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND MIKE MIGNOLA; ART BY ROGER ROBINSON, TROY NIXEY AND JOHN FLOYD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores December 18. Guest-starring Robin and Nightwing! Bane has made a startling claim, and this issue we learn the truth about his parentage once and for all. First, he and Batman must stop Gotham's newest villain, Pix, whose quest for vengeance already has spilled blood. And wait until you see the suprising decision Batman makes about Bane's fate! Plus, a Batman Black & White backup, "Gotham Gasworks," written by Mike Mignola (Hellboy) and illustrated by Troy Nixey (Trout, HARLEY QUINN). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN #610 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores December 26. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 3 of the 12-part "Hush." Even Arkham can't hold Killer Croc, or at least that's what Batman and Amanda Waller want him to believe. It seems tracking Gotham's most voracious reptile is the only way to find out who stole the 10 million clams. The problem is keeping Croc contained. The streets burn in this City of Shadows as Catwoman turns up the heat. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #97 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO; COVER BY MIKE ZECK AND JERRY ORDWAY In stores December 11. The countdown to Azrael's ultimate destiny is ticking away, so the time is right for...a new costume? What strange twist causes the fading angel to don this familiar — yet different — costume? And what strange path is his dementia leading him down now? There's an avalanche of answers this issue! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 BATGIRL #35 WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores December 11. Batgirl helps Batman hunt for the mysterious killer code-named Alpha. What she finds is a guy with amnesia — wanted by several gun- running goons of Gotham — who has planted a nuclear weapon in Gotham City. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATGIRL: YEAR ONE #1 WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND SCOTT BEATTY; ART AND COVER BY MARCOS MARTÍN AND ALVARO LOPEZ In stores December 18. The creators of ROBIN: YEAR ONE return with a look into the past of another of comics' most popular characters! Barbara Gordon, following her chance meeting with Robin at the end of ROBIN: YEAR ONE, aspires to become a vigilante herself. But between the skepticism of Batman and the watchful eye of her adoptive father James Gordon, she's finding the hero biz to be an uphill battle! And in her first time out of the gate, she must take on Killer Moth! For more information, see the feature article. For a signed version, see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews! FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 9) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ROBIN: YEAR ONE TP WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND SCOTT BEATTY; ART JAVIER PULIDO, MARCOS MARTIN AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA; COVER BY PULIDO AND CAMPANELLA In stores December 18. Reoffered to coincide with the release of BATGIRL: YEAR ONE #1, this trade paperback recounts the earliest adventures of Dick Grayson, the first Robin. Batman gave Robin purpose, but the evil of the world would shape Grayson's destiny. YEAR ONE is the tale of Robin's tragic beginning that shaped him into one of the world's greatest heroes! Collects the 4-issue miniseries. (STAR15479) SC, 7X10, 200PG, FC $14.95 ****************************** BATMAN/ALIENS II #1 WRITTEN BY IAN EDGINTON; ART AND COVER BY STAZ JOHNSON AND JAMES HODGKINS In stores December 26. A Gotham City construction crew uncovers a sealed vault housing an unspeakable horror! Eighty years ago, an expedition to the South Pole uncovered a crashed spaceship — a spaceship containing the bloodthirsty Aliens. Now, after years in hibernation, a nearly desiccated Alien is unleashed upon the modern world. And it's very, very hungry! Only one man has a chance of stopping this murderous beast — the Dark Knight Detective known as Batman! For more information, see the feature article. Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 3) $5.95 BATMAN: GOTHAM ADVENTURES #57 WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY TIM LEVINS AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BOB SMITH AND BEATTY In stores December 26. Riddle me this! Bent on proving he's the smartest of all villains, the Riddler goes one-on-one with Robin, preying on the teenager's worst fears. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 BIRDS OF PREY #50 WRITTEN BY GILBERT HERNANDEZ; ART BY CASEY JONES; COVER BY PHIL NOTO In stores December 18. Critically-acclaimed creator Gilbert Hernandez and artist Casey Jones begin a 6-issue run! Black Canary's had it! After one exhausting adventure after another, she's ready for some downtime. But first she's abducted by an apelike creature in protective body armor — the caveman bodyguard of industrial entrepreneur Simon Stagg! Meanwhile, Barbara is "bothered" by an old acquaintance… For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ******************************* Look for the BIRDS OF PREY DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. ******************************* CATWOMAN #14 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores December 26. Catwoman's world is falling apart! As her good works in Gotham crumble, readers learn which close friend of Selina's was behind the recent destruction. And Slam Bradley meets with a most unfortunate fate, knock-knock-knockin' on heaven's door. All of this is pushing Holly to the edge, and time is running out for her sanity. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GOTHAM CENTRAL #1 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART AND COVER BY MICHAEL LARK In stores December 4. The detectives of Gotham's police force star in their own ongoing series! A tense, driven story begins in rapid fashion with the all-too familiar cry of "officer down" — and the race is on to stop a major Batman villain while solving the crime before the Dark Kinght intervenes. But between the emotion of losing one of their own, and the labyrinth of clues left behind, the chances of success for Montoya, Allen and co. don't look good… Continued in issue #2 in three weeks. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GOTHAM CENTRAL #2 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART AND COVER BY MICHAEL LARK In stores December 26. Picking up where issue #1 left off, the detectives' best lead to solving the murder of one of their own has turned up dead, and time is running out. When they learn the killer's real target, can they even hope to arrive in time? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GOTHAM GIRLS #5 WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES In stores December 18. The action-packed miniseries concludes! As the clock runs out on gaining possession of a dangerous chemical, Batgirl finds herself torn between fighting and feeling — for Harley's loneliness, Poison Ivy's protectiveness, and Catwoman's love of danger. But she and Detective Reneé Montoya have to come down on the side of the law. Can they do it in time? FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.25 HARLEY QUINN #27 WRITTEN BY ANDY LIEBERMAN; ART AND COVER BY MIKE HUDDLESTON AND TROY NIXEY In stores December 11. Harley gets down to business in her guise as a psychiatrist, but the parade of troubled folks she encounters make her look sane! Meanwhile, Harley's still wanted for the murder of a police officer, and she's got some very hot stolen goods on her to boot! Plus, don't miss her all-new (sort of) costume, and delight as she gets shot not once, but twice! All the action, all the drama and a few jokes thrown in for good measure! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 NIGHTWING #76 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY MIKE LILLY AND ANDY OWENS; COVER BY MICHAEL GOLDEN In stores December 11. As the powers that be in the Blüdhaven P.D. crumble to the ground, the heat intensifies on the clean cop cabal, who are unknowingly relying on Nightwing to vigilantly keep them from getting framed — or killed — by the remaining corrupted forces in the 'haven. Lots of bullets a'flyin'! Featuring the guest-art team of Mike Lilly (The Punisher) & Andy Owens (BATMAN). FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ROBIN #109 WRITTEN BY JON LEWIS; ART BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY; COVER BY KEVIN LAU In stores December 18. It's the final showdown with Charaxis, but he's not the only threat waddling around Gotham! Even with guest-stars Nightwing and Oracle, Robin's got his hands more than full with the giant, aforementioned bug, and a very real, very deadly threat that imperils Spoiler. And learn at last what's been troubling her lately. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN SUPERMAN #189 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores December 4. "Lost Hearts," Part 1 of 4 begins, continuing throughout all the Superman books this month! Lana Lang answers a call for help from the slums of Washington D.C. and mysteriously disappears! Her husband, Vice President Pete Ross, calls Clark Kent to help. But this might not be a job for Superman, as he realizes there are darker forces at work. Featuring guest cameos by Batman and Power Girl! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #611 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY DWAYNE TURNER AND DANNY MIKI; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores December 11. "Lost Hearts," Part 2 of 4. While searching for Lana, Superman — who has been forced to go underground in his quest — encounters a mysterious young woman calling herself Girl 13. Does she hold a clue to Lana's disappearance, or will her presence drag Superman further into the underworld? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #133 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY TOM RANEY AND SCOTT HANNA; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores December 18. "Lost Hearts," Part 3 of 4. Gravely affected by the things he's seen on his search for Lana Lang, Superman has given in to despair. Could the world be losing its greatest hero? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ACTION COMICS #798 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores December 26. The conclusion of the 4-part "Lost Hearts!" The search for Lana ends, but not as you'd expect. Will the two lost souls of Lana and Clark rekindle the romance from their childhood in Smallville? And what key does Girl 13 have to saving them? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERGIRL #77 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI; COVER BY ROB HAYNES In stores December 18. Linda Danvers, a.k.a. Supergirl, gets a gig as a substitute art teacher at the local high school, while Kara Zor-El, a.k.a. Supergirl, takes the opportunity to experience life firsthand as a normal Earth teenager. The girls better enjoy the moment, because The Fatalist is coming — and he's out to eliminate Supergirl! Of course, now he has a choice of targets... FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STARS OF THE MONTH SUPERMAN: THE SUNDAY CLASSICS—1939-1943 TP WRITTEN BY JERRY SIEGEL; ART BY JOE SHUSTER; COVER BY PETE POPLASKI In stores December 4. Reoffered in time for the holidays, this handsome, 4-color paperback edition of the sold-out hardcover collects the first three years of the Siegel and Shuster Superman Sunday comic strips from 1939 to 1943! This stunning volume includes an introduction by Roger Stern and reprints the Siegel and Shuster Look magazine feature "How Superman Would End World War II." (STAR11134) SC, 12X9, 192PG, FC $19.95 SUPERMAN: OUR WORLDS AT WAR VOLUME ONE TP WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB, JOE CASEY, MARK SCHULTZ, JOE KELLY, AND PETER DAVID; ART BY ED MCGUINNESS, MIKE WIERINGO, DOUG MAHNKE, KANO, RON GARNEY, LEONARD KIRK, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY MCGUINNESS AND CAM SMITH In stores December 11. Reoffered to coincide with the release of AQUAMAN #1, this massive first volume of last year's epic crossover event reveals the fate of Aquaman and his mysterious disappearance before returning in "The Obsidian Age." Reprints SUPERMAN #171-172, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #593-594, SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #115-116, ACTION COMICS #780-781, SUPERGIRL #59, and JLA: OUR WORLDS AT WAR #1. (STAR16263) SC, 7X10, 264PG, FC $19.95 DC UNIVERSE AQUAMAN #1 WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY ALEX MALEEV In stores December 11. It's Aquaman as you've never seen him before! The aftermath of JLA's "The Obsidian Age" has left Aquaman hated by his former subjects and exiled from the life-giving ocean he once called home. Battered and left to perish on an exposed reef, Aquaman discovers — to his horror — that all the denizens of the deep are instructed to attack him without mercy. But though his beloved ocean is off-limits, a mysterious freshwater lake may give him more than just sanctuary. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BIG DADDY DANGER #5 WRITTEN BY ADAM POLLINA; ART AND COVER BY POLLINA AND TYSON MCADOO In stores December 4. With the forces of hell overrunning every corner of the globe, Big Daddy Danger decides to take the battle to their home dimension! Now he must face the demons' champion in pitched combat for no less than the fate of the world! Hell's a poppin' as Big Daddy Danger faces what may be his final bout! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 9) $2.95 DOOM PATROL #15 WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY TAN ENG HUAT In stores December 4. It starts with a dream...and ends with a curse, as Robotman's dim memories finally send him over the edge! Unfortunately, he vents his anger and frustration on his fellow Doom Patrol members! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE FLASH #193 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS In stores December 26. "Run Riot," Part 2 of 3! The Flash battles to save the lives of everyone in Iron Heights — villains and heroes alike — as he takes on Grodd! Meanwhile, Hunter Zolomon gets the brunt of one of Grodd's horrible attacks. And at the end of it all, Grodd…well, that would be telling! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE FLASH: THE RETURN OF BARRY ALLEN TP — NEW EDITION WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY GREG LAROCQUE AND ROY RICHARDSON; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores December 4. The previously sold-out collection of this now-classic story returns in a new printing! Current Flash Wally West faces the return of his uncle and predecessor, Barry Allen — the Silver Age Flash! But what is the incredible secret behind the return of the beloved hero, once presumed dead? Featuring a host of other super-speedsters, including Golden Age Flash Jay Garrick, the reintroduction of Johnny Quick, and the first reappearance of the zen- master of speed, Max Mercury! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $12.95 FOREVER MAELSTROM #2 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY JOHN LUCAS AND EDUARDO BARRETO; COVER BY LUCAS AND JOHN CASSADAY In stores December 18. Time is running out...and in...and sideways as the twisted, millennia-spanning miniseries continues! As timelines fold in on themselves, only Forever and his pals — including a band of strange, teenaged mutants — have any hope of making things right. But first they're going to have to survive a 21st-century Roman Empire, where turbo-charged chariot races are to the death! Romance, road races and really bad puns abound! FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.95 GREEN ARROW #20 WRITTEN BY BRAD MELTZER; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores December 26. "The Archers Quest," Part 5 of 6 — guest-starring the JLA! The Archer's Quest continues as New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer take us deeper into the Green Arrow rabbit hole. Green Arrow and Arsenal are still on the hunt. But for what? We're not telling! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GREEN LANTERN #157 WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER; ART BY JAMAL IGLE AND SCOTT ELMER; COVER BY ARIEL OLIVETTI In stores December 11. In "Girl Talk," Jade and Troia — longstanding rivals in love for Kyle Rayner — must put aside their differences to hold back a menace of chilling proportions. But when our heroic ladies move to put out a fire, they find a Killer Frost in heat. Featuring the guest-creative team of Jay Faerber, Jamal Igle & Scott Elmer. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 HAWKMAN #10 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY RAGS MORALES AND MICHAEL BAIR; COVER BY MORALES In stores December 4. The Hawks journey to Tibet in search of a kidnapped Speed Saunders. Together, Hawkman and Hawkgirl battle their way through a herd of monstrous, giant Yeti to meet their mysterious guide in an all-out attempt to rescue Kendra's grandfather — from an evil force that not only may destroy Speed, but also the Hawks themselves! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JLA #76 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN In stores December 26. The JLA finally has a moment to catch its breath, as the aftershocks of "The Obsidian Age" slowly begin to fade. But once one of the Leaguers announces that he'll be taking an extended leave of absence, others soon follow, and when the dust settles, the new nine member line-up is confronted with an embarrassing question: "Where's Plastic Man?" FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JSA #43 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY LEONARD KIRK AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY RAGS MORALES In stores December 18. Thrown back into Ancient Egypt, Hawkgirl, Captain Marvel and Mister Terrific team up with the "JSA B.C.": Prince Khufu, Teth-Adam, and the powerful mage, Nabu. Our time-lost heroes must convince these ancient heroes to trust them and prevent a murderous dictator from taking control of Teth- Adam's homeland of Kahndaq. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #14 WRITTEN BY MATT MANNING; ART BY JOHN DELANEY AND JOHN K. SNYDER III; COVER BY BUTCH LUKIC In stores December 4. For months it's been rumored that Aquaman may be joining the animated adventures of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes, so readers will be shocked to find the Sea King fighting for the League's very defeat! It's an Aqua-adventure you won't soon forget! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE LEGION #15 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY KEV WALKER AND LANNING; COVER BY KILIAN PLUNKETT In stores December 26. Welcome to Timber Wolf's first few days in the Legion fold! Relationships both personal and galactic are strained, one Legionnaire contemplates a leave of absence, a long-overdue memorial takes place, and Brin's first official mission goes awry — and not just because he's on the mission with a jealous husband and father in Ultra Boy! He sure could use some super-menaces to fight right about now... FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE POWER COMPANY #11 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND PRENTIS ROLLINS In stores December 18. Who is the Power Company's newest member? In the wake of losing Josiah Power, the Company recruits an established DC Universe hero. But is it Firestorm? Superboy? Batgirl? Booster Gold? The Haunted Tank? Find out here, as the Company takes on a reborn terrorist cell! Plus, discover Manhunter's newest scheme to drum up business, and see Witchfire discover something about her powers that will change her forever! FC, 32 PG. $2.75 THE SPECTRE #24 WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART BY LEW LAROSA AND DENNIS JANKE; COVER BY P. CRAIG RUSSELL In stores December 4. Guest-starring a host of DCU characters! The Spectre and some old friends reunite to celebrate his niece's birthday. With people like Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Arrow, and Zauriel on the guest list, you can be assured that this won't be an ordinary party. And who's behind the mysterious package left in the corner? FC, 32 PG. $2.75 SUPER FRIENDS!: TRUTH, JUSTICE & PEACE TP WRITTEN BY E. NELSON BRIDWELL; ART BY RAMONA FRADON, BOB SMITH AND VINCE COLLETTA; COVER BY ALEX TOTH Advance-solicited; in stores April 2. Timed for "Super Friends Month" in April, 2003, this collection features more of your favorite stories inspired by the Saturday morning animated show! Volume 2 reprints material from SUPER FRIENDS #10, 12, 13, 25, 28, 31, and 37, featuring appearances by the likes of Supergirl, the Demon, Swamp Thing, the Global Guardians, TNT & Dyna-Mite, Man-Bat, Bizarro, Solomon Grundy, Felix Faust, Black Orchid, Gorilla Grodd, and more! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 THE TITANS #48 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER; ART BY BARRY KITSON AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY JOSÉ LUIS GARCÍA-LÓPEZ In stores December 26. "Murder By Consensus," Part 1 of 3. Starfire makes her dramatic reappearance on the American super-heroic scene…by going on a rampage in a vain attempt to destroy every satellite dish in America. The Titans have no choice but to stop her. But what happens to America if they succeed? FC, 32 PG. $2.75 WONDER WOMAN #188 WRITTEN BY PHIL JIMENEZ; ART BY JIMENEZ AND ANDY LANNING; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores December 26. It's the end of an era, as writer/artist Phil Jimenez bids a fond farewell to Wonder Woman — in a "Day in the Life" issue that will bring a smile to longtime Wonder Woman fans! And as we get further insight into the life of Trevor Barnes, will he end up as Wonder Woman's new beau? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WONDER WOMAN ANNUAL #1 (1967) WRITTEN BY WILLIAM MOULTON MARSTON AND ROBERT KANIGHER; ART BY H.G. PETER, ROSS ANDRU, AND MIKE ESPOSITO; COVER BY PETER In stores December 18. Rescued from the vault of lost annuals, this 80-page one-shot collects four of the Amazon Princess's classic adventures! First up is a tale that is considered one of her best Golden Age escapades: "Villainy Incorporated," reprinting WONDER WOMAN (first series) #28. Also included are "Eagle of Space" from issue #105, "Wanted: Wonder Woman" from issue #108 and "Revolt of Wonder Woman!" from issue #144! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 80 PG. $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD ANNUAL #1 (1969) WRITTEN BY BOB HANEY, JACK KIRBY AND DAVE KALER; ART BY GEORGE ROUSSOS, CARMINE INFANTINO, JOE SIMON, STEVE DITKO, CHARLES PARIS, KIRBY, AND ROCKE MASTROSERIO; COVER BY DICK GIORDANO In stores December 18. Reoffered to coincide with the WONDER WOMAN LOST ANNUAL, this "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). (STAR13498) FC, 80 PG. $5.95 ******************************* YOUNG JUSTICE #52 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY TODD NAUCK AND LARY STUCKER In stores December 4. It's the Real World done Young Justice-style! Will the gang take up an offer of $2 million to allow cameras to broadcast their every move? Meanwhile, Secret learns some startling secrets about her dad. FC, 32 PG. $2.75 DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE THE NAME OF THE GAME SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY WILL EISNER; COVER BY EISNER In stores December 26. One of comics' most influential and groundbreaking storytellers returns with a softcover version of last year's Eisner Award-winning hardcover, telling the tumultuous generational saga of a wealthy Jewish family's assimilation into New York society spanning the first half of the 1900s. It's also the story of the American Dream, and the game of marrying for social advancement. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 8X11, 176PG, FC $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH MINOR MIRACLES SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY WILL EISNER; COVER BY EISNER In stores December 26. Reoffered to coincide with the softcover release of IN THE NAME OF THE GAME, this graphic novel was Will Eisner's first original work for DC! These four tales recall the magic of everyday miracles as Eisner returns to the New York City of his youth. (STAR11934) SC, 8X11, 112PG, B&W $12.95 THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY WILL EISNER; COVER BY EISNER In stores December 11. Reoffered to coincide with THE SPIRIT MINI-BUST (solicited in Previews Vol. XII no. 7), this first-ever full-color hardcover edition of Will Eisner's The Spirit reprints the earliest weekly comics featuring lawman Denny Colt, from his debut on June 2, 1940 through the end of that year. (STAR11179) HC, 8X10, 240PG, FC $49.95 ******************************* DEXTER'S LABORATORY #33 WRITTEN BY CHUCK KIM; ART BY MIKE MANLEY; COVER BY BILL WRAY In stores December 26. Dexter's latest plan to get Dee-Dee out of his laboratory — sending her on a wild-goose chase to the Center of the Earth — works! But when he has to go fetch her for dinner, he discovers a magical all-girl city where his sister is the queen of everything — and boys are executed on sight! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 LOONEY TUNES #97 WRITTEN BY EARL KRESS, SHOLLY FISCH, SCOTT CUNNINGHAM AND FRANK STROM; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ, MIKE DECARLO, WALTER CARZON, HORACIO OTTOLINI AND NEAL STERNECKY; COVER BY ALVAREZ AND DECARLO In stores December 4. A special holiday issue jam-packed with shenanigans! Adventures starring the Three Bears, Stupor-Duck, Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam are topped off with a lot of mayhem and a little tinsel! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #33 WRITTEN BY SEAN CAROLAN & JENNIFER MOORE, SHERYL SCARBOROUGH & KAYTE KUCH; ART BY CHRISTOPHER COOK AND MIKE DECARLO; COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores December 18. Special Mojo Jojo spotlight issue! Mojo gets stuck between a rock and a fuzzy place in "Like It or Lumpkins." And then the monkey clones his big-brained self in "Eenie Meanie Mini Mojo"! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SCOOBY-DOO #67 WRITTEN BY FRANK STROM; ART BY JOE STATON, DAVE HUNT, ANTHONY WILLIAMS AND JEFF ALBRECHT; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores December 11. Scary Christmas, one and all! The Mystery Inc. gang investigates the haunting of an unhappy fellow named Ebenezer Scrooge. Plus, it's Scooby-Doo on ice, in a spooky skating story! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WILDSTORM 21 DOWN #4 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESÚS SAEZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO In stores December 4. In the wake of the terrifying events at Bear Mountain, Preston returns home with more questions than answers regarding Agent Mickey Rinaldi and her Genie initiative. Seeking the advice of his friend Sam, Preston attempts to explain his problem when he receives an urgent call regarding another grisly murder, one that may be tied directly to Herod. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 THE AUTHORITY: SCORCHED EARTH WRITTEN BY ROBBIE MORRISON; ART BY FRAZER IRVING; PAINTED COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 18. The Authority returns in an intense new one-shot! The birth of a new being has caused the Sun to rapidly age, causing a potential supernova five billion years early! While an easy solution would be for the Authority to kill the newborn entity, the consequences of such an action could spell doom for the entire solar system! Will the return of a long-forgotten ally be enough? Will our heroes prevail against incredible odds? Is mankind doomed to extinction? For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $4.95 AUTOMATIC KAFKA #6 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 18. Now that Automatic Kafka has discovered his drug of choice, it's time to indulge in more carnal pleasures...with a former teammate! Introducing Helen of Troy, holy purveyor of toxic sex-magic. Also, a child's nightmares leads to the arrival of a former $tranger$ adversary. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 BLACK SUN #4 WRITTEN BY MARC ANDREYKO; ART AND COVER BY TREVOR SCOTT EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 18. Maggie Sun may be in trouble with her father and the Hong Kong police force, but she discovers that when she has only herself to rely on, she can fend for herself just fine! In addition to an amazing revelation about her own abilities, she has to face new knowledge about her family history — knowledge that threatens everything she's ever believed! And those Wrist Dragons prove to be more than just toys…much more! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.95 GEN13 #4 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART BY ALÉ GARZA AND SANDRA HOPE; COVER BY GARZA In stores December 11. Something evil stalks the hallways of one of New York's greatest hospitals. And Ethan, Gwen and Ja'nelle realize its intended victim is none other than Hamza, the comatose fourth Gen-Active teen. Will their newfound abilities be enough to stop this creature? And why do they believe that it may hold the key to the being called Herod? FC, 32 PG. $2.95 GLOBAL FREQUENCY #3 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY GLENN FABRY AND LIAM SHARPE; COVER BY BRIAN WOOD In stores December 26. Two hours ago the world's first truly bionic man woke up and didn't like what he saw in the mirror. Two-hundred-plus bodies later, Miranda Zero and the specially-chosen field experts from Global Frequency are on a collision course with a nuclear-powered cyborg programmed to get his kicks…from killing people. FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 12) $2.95 THE J. SCOTT CAMPBELL DANGER GIRL SKETCHBOOK—NEW PRINTING WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY J. SCOTT CAMPBELL; COVER BY CAMPBELL CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores December 26. A new edition of this previously sold-out, jam-packed collection features rare DANGER GIRL sketches, filling this 64-page one-shot to the brim! Included are ultra-rare production drawings for the Danger Girl video game, action figures and PVC's. Plus, there are breakdowns for DANGER GIRL pages, rarely-seen covers, and many more enticing treasures to discover and drool over. For more information, see the feature article. Prestige Format. FC, 64 PG. $6.95 OUT THERE #15 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores December 26. The entire town of El Dorado City — bricks, boards and human occupants — has been transported to the mystical wasteland of evil Draedalus's domain. While the trauma of this bizarre exile weighs heavily on the townsfolk, somehow they're surviving. But are they being cared for, or kept like laboratory rats? Meanwhile on Earth, Becky struggles with her injuries after Megan's attack and the loss of the four teens. Haunted by her failures, she receives a visit from a very surprising ghost. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 POINT BLANK #5 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY COLIN WILSON; PAINTED COVER BY SIMON BISLEY EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 11. The grand finale of this gripping miniseries! You know the old saying: "Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger?" That's not always true. After months of pursuing leads, Grifter finally finds out what happened to John Lynch — and what his connection to Holden Carver was. Don't miss this thrilling conclusion that leads into the newest Eye of the Storm title, SLEEPER #1, on sale in January! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 RESIDENT EVIL: CODE VERONICA BOOK FOUR TP WRITTEN BY LEE CHUNG HING; TRANSLATED BY TED ADAMS AND KRIS OPRISKO; ART AND COVER BY HUI KING SUM In stores December 4. The hot-selling videogame that spawned a hit movie concludes its spine-tingling comic-book saga, as WildStorm Productions adapts the Hong Kong version of the Resident Evil comics into English! Chris Redfield traces his sister Claire to Antarctica where she and Steve have run afoul of the insane Alexia Ashford. Of course, landing in the midst of an Umbrella base and actually rescuing his sister are two different things — even for someone who's tangled with as many of Umbrella's sinister creations as Chris! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 THE RESISTANCE #4 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JUAN SANTACRUZ AND FRANCIS PORTELA; COVER BY CHRISTOPHER SHY In stores December 26. After discovering that recycled DNA is being used to manufacture humanoid cattle, Resistance fighters Surge, Version Mary and Brian Sturm decide to take down the Helios-Carrier and expose the horror of what the general population is eating. Unfortunately, the 150 GCC agents and Androids onboard have other ideas. Meanwhile, the GCC is preparing to unleash the new nano-drug Lust on the unsuspecting citizens of Manhattan. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 ROBOTECH #0 WRITTEN BY TOMMY YUNE AND JAY FAERBER; ART BY JIM LEE, LEE BERMEJO, ALÉ GARZA, CARLOS D'ANDA, ADAM WARREN, KAARE ANDREWS, RANDY GREEN, LONG VO, DUSTIN NGUYEN, AND KERON GRANT; COVER BY YUNE In stores December 4. Robotech lives, in this prelude special containing a 12-page story illustrated in "jam" style by Jim Lee, Lee Bermejo, Alé Garza, and Carlos D'Anda! After a rescue mission, Captain Rick Hunter comes across Roy Fokker's Veritech, set to be dismantled. The sight of Roy's "old bird" takes Rick back to the day Roy left the Pop Hunter's Air Circus to fight in the world war. Plus, a pin-up section featuring the eye-popping artwork of Adam Warren, Kaare Andrews, Randy Green, Long Vo, Dustin Nguyen, and Keron Grant! And Tommy Yune discusses Robotech's past, present, and future! For more information, see the feature article. For a signed version, see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 ROBOTECH #1 WRITTEN BY TOMMY YUNE AND JAY FAERBER; ART AND COVER BY LONG VO AND UDON; VARIANT COVER BY STEVE SKROCE In stores December 18. The highly-anticipated return of Robotech is here in an all-new 6-issue miniseries! Ace fighter pilot Roy Fokker has gone to war and is making himself a legend through his tenacity and raw ability. His skills in the air also alienate him from his comrades, as he often outlives his wingmen. His next mission, though, will test even his ability and will bring him into conflict with a face familiar for any Robotech fan, Captain Gloval! But there's a new challenge on the horizon for both of them...and it's about to crash onto Macross Island! For more information, see the feature article. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with Long Vo & Udon (50%) and Steve Skroce (50%). For signed and re-marked versions, see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews! FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.95 STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES #6 WRITTEN BY MICAH IAN WRIGHT; ART BY WHILCE PORTACIO AND SAL REGLA; COVER BY PORTACIO AND SCOTT WILLIAMS EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 11. The 3-part saga guest-starring The Authority concludes! StormWatch finds itself between a rock and hard place...and another hard place! The plot within the United Nations to eliminate StormWatch is revealed, while the ground team finds itself squaring-off against the Authority, Chechan super-terrorists, and now the Russian Army. Could their day get any worse? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 THUNDERCATS #5 WRITTEN BY FORD LYTLE GILMORE; ART AND COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND JASON MARTIN; VARIANT COVER BY RICK MAYS In stores December 18. The first Thundercats miniseries concludes! Lion-O has to do battle with Grune the Destroyer, armed by Mumm-Ra with the Sword of Plundarr, when Grune challenges Lion-O for the very throne of Thundera itself! The struggle that ensues when these mighty warriors meet brings WildStorm's first smash-hit Thundercats miniseries to a powerhouse conclusion — and sets the stage for more adventures to come! Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by Ed McGuinness & Jason Martin (50%) and Rick Mays (50%). FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 WILDCATS VERSION 3.0 #5 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND; COVER BY NGUYEN AND RIAN HUGHES EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 26. Could anything possibly get worse for Grifter? A botched mission, his legs shredded in machine gun fire...and the return of Agent Orange! After nearly getting killed in their first meeting, will our hobbled hero stand a chance? Also, the sinister secret of the family that has been housing Orange... it'll blow you away! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 AMERICA'S BEST COMICS GREYSHIRT: INDIGO SUNSET TP WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY VEITCH, FRANK CHO, DAVID LLOYD, RUSS HEATH, JOHN SEVERIN, HILARY BARTA, AL WILLIAMSON; COVER BY VEITCH In stores December 11. Who is Greyshirt and how did he come to be? What is the real story behind Indigo City's champion? Where did his career begin? This collection of the 6-issue miniseries reveals the savage and startling origin of Greyshirt in a decades-long epic, with each 24-page chapter supplemented by an 8- page installment from the Indigo Sunset newspaper (including such comic strips as "Weeping Gorilla!"). Plus, contributions by some of comics' finest creators, including Russ Heath, David Lloyd, Al Williamson, Dave Gibbons, and Frank Cho! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $19.95 THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. II #5 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN O'NEILL In stores December 26. In this issue, a League member dies! As Allan and Mina meet a mysterious doctor and witness his miraculous experiments, the Martian attack of London intensifies. Meanwhile, serious scores are settled once and for all. Plus, for your reading pleasure, an additional almanac feature takes you to even more fantastic places. FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 6) NO ADS $3.50 PROMETHEA #24 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY In stores December 26. Everything goes wrong. It sounded good on paper: Sophie is back on Earth and back as Promethea. All is right in the world, all are happy...except, perhaps, for the person who has taken her place. It's a battle of best friends who both happen to be Prometheas. Also, new information is revealed about several Prometheas from the past. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 PROMETHEA BOOK TWO TP WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III, MICK GRAY AND JOSÉ VILLARRUBIA; PAINTED COVER BY WILLIAMS AND VILLARRUBIA In stores December 11. The second trade paperback of the critically acclaimed, multiple award-winning series PROMETHEA collects issues #7-12. Find out why Entertainment Weekly has given this series an "A-" — describing the creative team of Alan Moore, J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray as "seemingly hell-bent on reinventing the art of comics storytelling." For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PROMETHEA BOOK ONE TP WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III, MICK GRAY AND CHARLES VESS; COVER BY WILLIAMS AND GRAY In stores December 11. Reoffered to coincide with the release of PROMETHEA BOOK TWO TP, the first six issues of the acclaimed series are collected here — featuring the incredible, genre-bending tales of the imagination by writer Alan Moore and artists J.H. Williams III & Mick Gray (with one passage by guest-artist Charles Vess). See why PROMETHEA is one of the most talked-about series! (STAR13586) SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* TOM STRONG #19 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE AND LEAH MOORE; ART BY CHRIS SPROUSE, HOWARD CHAYKIN, SHAWN MCMANUS, KARL STORY, AND STEVE MITCHELL; COVER BY SPROUSE AND STORY In stores December 11. A trio of tales in this issue, including a look at the final days of Tom Strong's arch-villain, Saveen, illustrated by Shawn McManus. Plus, Tom takes a wild romp through the 1970s courtesy of artist Howard Chaykin. And artist Chris Sprouse brings it all home with a story of Tom in the present. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 HOMAGE COMICS MEK #2 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY STEVE ROLSTON AND AL GORDON; COVER BY ROLSTON In stores December 11. Sarissa Leon has returned to the city that spawned her and the latest, controversial craze sweeping the nation...Mek. She's investigating the murder of her former lover, RJ Coin, in an apparent black-market Mek deal gone sour. But is all as it seems? How far is Sarissa prepared to go to get the answers she seeks? FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 3) $2.95 ZERO GIRL: FULL CIRCLE #2 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SAM KIETH; PAINTED COVER BY KIETH In stores December 4. Amy Smootster continues to be pursued by Nicky, Tim's stepdaughter, who shows an alarming proclivity for squares. Meanwhile, Nicky's mom is all jacked up, with a big square head and a truck full of microwaves! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 5) $2.95 VERTIGO 100 BULLETS #41 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores December 4. "A Crash." This fifth in a series of standalone issues shines the spotlight where it's needed most: directly into the black eyes of Agent Graves. What is it that drives this mysterious man? Is it a quest for justice, or perhaps something deeply personal? And what does he hope to gain? Moving between the corridors of power and the back alleys of the underworld with an unshakeable confidence, Graves appears to be in complete control — to everyone but The Trust. It may be Graves' game, but does he really hold all the cards? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 AMERICAN CENTURY #21 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY MARC LANNING AND JOHN STOKES; PAINTED COVER BY JIM SILKE In stores December 18. "Coming Home" Part 5 of 5. Blackmail, theft, arson, destruction of private property, assaulting a police officer, and impersonating a ghost. These are just a few of the crimes committed, as Harry Kraft's return to his hometown of Chicago comes to an explosive — and deadly — conclusion. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 CODENAME: KNOCKOUT #19 WRITTEN BY ROBERT RODI; ART BY MARK A. ROBINSON AND ANDREW PEPOY; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores December 4. "Fleshback '69: Queen, Castle, Pawn." Finally: the origin of the Kevins! In this "Fleshback" to 1969, the original Kevin teams up with sizzling superspy Godiva Priestly to save the lives of the British Royal Family…and unknowingly lays the groundwork for his own peculiar brand of immortality. Featuring the sizzling pencils of newcomer Mark A. Robinson! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 FABLES #8 WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores December 18. "Animal Farm," Part 3 of 5. The Fables at the Farm are now in open revolt, and the always practical, always proper Snow White finds herself at the top of the radicals' hit list. Her adversaries number in the hundreds, while her only ally seems to be the crass and wily Reynard the Fox. Together, to get to the truth, the two fugitives have to make their way to the caves beyond the Valley of the Sleepers. But first they have to survive crossing the tall grass, which inhabits sleeping giants and belongs to the ravenous Shere Khan. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE TP WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY LAN MEDINA, STEVE LEIALOHA AND CRAIG HAMILTON; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores December 11. VERTIGO's hot new series gets its first collection. When a group of fairytale characters are exiled from their respective homelands, they're forced to take up secret residence in modern day New York City. But life in the "real" world among the "mundanes" isn't easy for these displaced refugees — especially after their community is rocked by the apparent murder of Rose Red. It's up to Deputy Mayor Snow White and a reformed Bigby Wolf, Fabletown's one-man police force, to sniff out whodunnit to Snow's estranged party-girl sister. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $14.95 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 December 11. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE TP, this hilarious one-shot — also written by FABLES's Bill Willingham — features everyone's favorite pumpkinhead as a daring super-spy Agent of Dream…or is that all just in his head? Prestige Format. (STAR11938) MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $5.95 ********************************* FIGHT FOR TOMORROW #4 WRITTEN BY BRIAN WOOD; ART BY DENYS COWAN AND KENT WILLIAMS; COVER BY NATHAN FOX In stores December 26. Cedric Zhang can never escape his past. He and Little Brother's street gang take to the streets to rescue the victims of Sivan's underground fighting ring — only to find out it's far, far worse than they could have imagined. Cedric must face himself and his past before he can take down Sivan. The fight continues... MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 6) $2.50 THE FILTH #7 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHRIS WESTON AND GARY ERSKINE; COVER BY CARLOS SEGURA In stores December 26. The Libertania — an experimental utopian ocean-going community. A mega-liner with a population of 100,000, its own government and its own army. A floating city of tomorrow for people who want to escape the rat race of dry land life. What happens when the Libertania declares war on the world? And what happens when Ned Slade and the officers of The Hand arrive on the scene too late to prevent the President of the USA from being given 34DD breast implants? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 13) $2.95 HELLBLAZER #179 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores December 26. "Red Sepulchre," Part 3 of 4. The bond that ties Constantine to the red sepulchre is revealed at last. But John is caught between two evils: a demon imprisoned in dead flesh and the sadistic mage named Josh Wright. To get both himself and his niece Gemma free, he may have to sink a knife into an old friend's back. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: LADY CONSTANTINE #1 WRITTEN BY ANDY DIGGLE; ART BY GORAN SUDZUKA; COVER BY PHIL NOTO In stores December 18. The year is 1785, and Johanna Constantine — ancestor of John Constantine — finds herself embroiled in a desperate battle to locate the world's most coveted and deadly mystical prize. An infernal Box which, if opened, could reveal the secrets of the Universe, or unleash all the savage powers of Hell...or both. After being hired by British Secret Intelligence to hunt down the box, Johanna must enlist the aid of allies both human and otherwise if she is to seize the prize from an ancient and unstoppable foe — as the very fate of the world hangs in the balance. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 4) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE SANDMAN: THE DOLL'S HOUSE TP WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; ART BY VARIOUS; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores December 18. Reoffered to coincide with HELLBLAZER SPECIAL: LADY CONSTANTINE #1, this extraordinary collection reprints THE SANDMAN #8- 16, "The Doll's House" — which includes the first appearance of Johanna Constantine. Follow young Rose Walker's remarkable adventure featuring a dazzling array of characters. (STAR09372) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 232PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* HUNTER: THE AGE OF MAGIC #18 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; PAINTED COVER BY CHRIS BACHALO In stores December 11. Mr. Lily is a man on a mission. His goal: the restoration of Paradise on Earth. From the trenches of World War I to the Gestapo's torture chambers, from the secret vaults of the Vatican to the sunken halls of Atlantis, Lily's quest has consumed his every waking moment for the better part of a century. Now, with Tim Hunter at his mercy, the prize is at long last within his grasp. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 LUCIFER #33 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY DEAN ORMSTON; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores December 18. In this standalone issue, the dying owner of a Manhattan convenience store is caught in the crossfire of a robbery. His savior is a beautiful young woman whose hunger for life is matched only by a terrifying need for something only he can give. When he follows this strange woman into a terrifying world of darkness, like Lucifer, he learns that sometimes there is no such thing as having nothing left to lose. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH SCENE OF THE CRIME: A LITTLE PIECE OF GOODNIGHT TP WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY MICHAEL LARK AND SEAN PHILLIPS; COVER BY LARK In stores December 4. Reoffered to coincide with the release of GOTHAM CENTRAL #1, this trade collects the hard-boiled VERTIGO hit featuring GOTHAM CENTRAL's Ed Brubaker and Michael Lark. "A consistently excellent series…one of a kind." — Comics International (STAR10917) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 112PG, FC $12.95 ******************************* SWAMP THING: DARK GENESIS TP—NEW EDITION WRITTEN BY LEN WEIN; ART AND COVER BY BERNIE WRIGHTSON In stores December 11. Back in print by popular demand, this trade paperback volume features the 8-page origin story of Swamp Thing from HOUSE OF SECRETS #92, plus the first ten issues of SWAMP THING Volume One. Featuring the writing talents of Len Wein, and the incredible art of legendary horror artist Bernie Wrightson, this volume contains the secret of Swamp Thing's "birth," the forbidden passions of Anton Arcane, the measureless sorrow of the Patchwork Man, and much more. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 240PG, FC $19.95 VERTIGO POP!: LONDON #2 WRITTEN BY PETER MILLIGAN; ART AND COVER BY PHILIP BOND In stores December 4. The latest VERTIGO POP! miniseries continues. Over-the-hill rock legend Rocky Lamont's plan to recapture his lost youth moves forward, leaving behind a trail of the lowest deceit imaginable. As the hapless would-be rock star Sean is brought into Rocky's glamorous world, his ambition blinds him to the fact that he is being prepared for a fate possibly worse than death. And the apple of Rocky's eye — his lovely daughter, Zoe — reveals a hidden dark side that could spell trouble for her unwitting daddy... MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 4) $2.95 WAR STORY: J FOR JENNY WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY DAVID LLOYD; COVER DESIGN BY TERRY MARKS In stores December 11. The second tale in the latest wave of WAR STORY one-shots shows the very human side of war, as the firebombing raids of late 1943 continue with relentless fervor. The Americans bomb by day and the British by night — up to a thousand bombers at a time hitting cities like Hamburg, Bremen and Berlin, razing them all to the ground. But no matter how tough you are as a part of a bombing crew, sooner or later you find yourself wondering who is underneath you when you drop the motherload… For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 64 PG. $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WAR STORY: NIGHTINGALE WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY DAVID LLOYD; PHOTO COVER In stores December 11. Reoffered to coincide with WAR STORY: J FOR JENNY, this previous entry in the WAR STORY series is also illustrated by the inimitable David Lloyd. The crewmembers of the Nightingale are the only survivors of a vicious attack at sea, and they're now under the superstitious belief that they are a cursed ship — shunned by the rest of the navy as bad luck and a "ship of the damned." (STAR14757) MATURE READERS FC, 64 PG. $4.95 ******************************* Y — THE LAST MAN #6 WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY PIA GUERRA AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR.; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores December 18. A new story arc begins with Part 1 of the 5-part "Cycles." In this perfect jumping-on point for new readers, Yorick Brown and his companions embark on an important quest. Riding the rails across a radically transformed America, the last man on earth is pursued by several competing factions, including the deadly Daughters of the Amazon. Meanwhile, things get worse for Hero, Yorick's missing sister. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 MAD MAD MAGAZINE #425 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores December 4. It's the holiday season, and you know what that means! It's time to give the gift that keeps on giving. No, we're not talking about that! Who do you think we are? Sheesh! We're talking about MAD MAGAZINE! It's on everybody's holiday list, so why bother fighting the crowded lines at the department stores? Get a copy of MAD for everyone you know! In fact, get a copy for everyone you don't know too! MAGAZINE, 48PG, PC $3.50 MAD XL #19 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores December 11. More Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL, a Readers' Choice poll winner, a MAD Moldy Oldie, and a special creator of the month highlight this holiday fun issue! MAGAZINE, 96PG, B&W $4.99 DC DIRECT Retailers, please note: Unless otherwise specified, the following items are manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final products may differ from images shown. These items are advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for December-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. Some of these products may also be offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market. STAR OF THE MONTH BAT-SIGNAL PROP In stores December 4. In time for the holidays, DC Direct reoffers this reproduction of the well-known device, in the form of an 9" tall x 8" wide rotating BAT- SIGNAL PROP which lights up to form the silhouette of a Bat. Create your own Gotham City emergencies! Batteries are included — cloud-filled sky is not. Retailers, please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR13090) PROP $149.95 ******************************* BIRDS OF PREY DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores March 5. With the debut of the much-anticipated Birds of Prey live-action TV series on The WB, DC Direct presents action figures of the comic-book versions of the characters! This set features The Huntress, Oracle and Black Canary packaged together so that all the action and excitement of these beautiful crusaders for justice can be yours! BLACK CANARY — wearing her latest costume from the BIRDS OF PREY comic series — features twelve points of articulation, stands approximately 6" tall and comes with a removable belt. THE HUNTRESS features twelve points of articulation, stands approximately 6" tall and comes with two crossbows (each approximately 1" long and ½" wide) and a soft vinyl, non-removable cape. ORACLE features seven points of articulation and sits approximately 4 ¾" tall in a wheelchair (the figure and wheelchair are one piece), that features functioning wheels and a laptop computer. The set also comes with two bases (approximately 5" wide x 2 ¾" deep) featuring the BIRDS OF PREY logo, and is packaged in a 4-color window box. For more information, see the feature article. FIGURE SET PI CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS BY ALEX ROSS POSTER PAINTED ART BY ALEX ROSS Advance-solicited; in stores April 23, 2003. Alex Ross's striking image, originally published as the cover of the CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS trade paperback, is now a stunning 24" x 36" poster! Featuring various members of the Justice League of America, the Justice Society of America, the Crime Syndicate of Earth Three, and much more! POSTER, 24X36, FC $7.95 SUPER FRIENDS!: BATMAN MAQUETTE SCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO Advance-solicited; in stores April 9, 2003. In celebration of "Super Friends Month" in April, DC Direct brings you the first in a new line of Limited Edition SUPER FRIENDS! MAQUETTES — a total of five in 2003! Featuring the super heroes as they appeared in the legendary Super Friends animated show, these cold-cast porcelain statues are based on models designed for the series. Now DC Direct is making these special maquettes available to fans. The BATMAN MAQUETTE stands approximately 8 ¾" tall x 5" wide x 4 ½" deep, and is packaged in a 4-color box. For more information, see the feature article. MAQUETTE $89.95 SUPER FRIENDS! POSTER ART BY ALEX TOTH Advance-solicited; in stores April 23, 2003. Super Friends make the best friends...especially when they're drawn by legendary artist Alex Toth! April's "Super Friends Month" takes a classic turn with this stunning piece of art by the comic book legend who also served as character designer for the original Super Friends animated TV show. This image was originally published as the cover for 1976's LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION #C-41 — a collection of Super Friends comics stories. This 24" x 36" poster features all the original Super Friends: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquman, Robin, Wendy, Marvin, and Wonderdog! The gang's all here and suitable for framing! For more information, see the feature article. POSTER, 24X36, FC $7.95 SUPER FRIENDS!: SUPERMAN & LEX LUTHOR DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores April 2, 2003. Kicking off the excitement of "Super Friends! Month" is the first SUPER FRIENDS! DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET (of a total of six to appear in 2003), featuring the Man of Steel and his arch-enemy — just as they appeared on the classic animated TV show! SUPERMAN stands approximately 6 ½" tall while LEX LUTHOR stands approximately 6 ¼" tall. Both figures have multiple points of articulation and can be placed on included Super Friends logo bases (approximately 4" wide x 2" deep x ¾" tall). This set also includes a piece of faux Green Kryptonite and Luthor's ray gun (from the animated episode "Super Friends Wanted: Dead or Alive"). Also included is a miniature model of the villainous Legion of Doom's Hall of Doom (approximately 1 ¾" tall x 2" wide x 2" deep). Packaged in a newly-designed, full-color window box. For more information, see the feature article. FIGURE SET PI SUPER FRIENDS!: WONDER WOMAN AND CHEETAH DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores April 30, 2003. April's "Super Friends! Month" excitement continues with the second SUPER FRIENDS! DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET (of a total of six to appear in 2003), featuring the Amazing Amazon and her feline-inspired nemesis — just as they appeared on the classic animated TV show! Both WONDER WOMAN and CHEETAH stand approximately 6" tall with multiple points of articulation, and can be placed on included Super Friends logo bases (approximately 4" wide x 2" deep x 3/4" tall). This set also includes Wonder Woman's Golden Lasso (scaled-to-size), a miniature model of the Invisible Jet (approximately 3 1/2" long x 3 1/8" wide x 3/4" tall on a removable 1 1/4" wide x 2" tall x 1 1/4" deep stand), and a bag of money (approximately 1" tall x 3/4" wide x 3/4" deep) for Cheetah to steal away. Packaged in a 4-color window box. For more information, see the feature article. FIGURE SET PI IMAGE COMICS ARIA TP VOL. II: THE SOULMARKET (W) Brian Holguin (I) Jay Anacleto, David Yardin, and Lan Medina Cover by Jay Anacleto FC 144pp $16.95 Trade paperback In stores the week of December 18th. The Concept: The Magic of Aria Returns... With the second chapter in the award-winning, unforgettable comic book series ARIA finally collected, all six hard to find issues, in one beautiful edition. The world of Kildare, expatriate princess of Faerie and star of Aria, gets turned upside down when Goodfellow, the deadly, mischievous sprite immortalized in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, comes to New York. Convinced that Goodfellow's intentions are considerably less than pure, Kildare sifts through his trail of riddles and lies, trying to figure out just what is he is up to. Her search leads to an underground soul market, where the immortal spirits of humans are bought, sold and traded — and to the memory of Kildare's long forgotten love. Written by Brian Holguin with art by stunningly talented newcomer David Yardin and covers by Russ Manning winner Jay Anacleto. ATHENA INC. #5 (W) Brian Haberlin (A) Jay Anacleto Cover A by Jay Anacleto Cover B by Jay Anacleto FC 32pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Athena Inc., the blackest of black ops, has come up with the perfect operative. She can't be caught. And even if she could be, there is no way to link her to any action because she doesn't even know she's an agent. Heck, she doesn't even look like their agent. She was hailed as a success…that was until…the genetic trigger that enables her to switch personas began to break down. Now she can switch forms more or less on her own. And is now she's a threat to the security of Athena Inc. and must be dealt with. But who will deal with whom first? This Issue: "The Belly of the Beast"—Welcome to Athena Inc. the place where they wanted Gwen dead or alive. Gwen has finally arrived and is now in the warm, fatherly embrace of Morgan Castle. She is told that Morgan only wants to help her…that here they can remove the troublesome Mary from her consciousness… forever… and give her back her peace of mind. Right! Like I believe that one for a second! But you'll never know for sure unless you pick up this copy of ATHENA INC. BASTARD SAMURAI TP VOL I: SAMURAI NOIR (W) Michael Avon Oeming, Miles Gunter (A) Kelsey Shannon (I) Michael Avon Oeming (Cover) Kelsey Shannon FC 112pp $12.95 Trade Paperback In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: Bastard Samurai takes place in present day Manhattan and focuses on Jiro, a killer at the top of his class at the KoZu sword school. The underground training camp in midtown takes in orphans and twists them into Bushido warriors used by the Yakuza in death matches staged across the city rooftops where Japanese businessmen gamble heavily on the always- fatal outcome. The Bastard Samurai trade collects the sold out critically acclaimed miniseries with a special bonus section packed full of kick@$$ $#%!. For starters we've thrown in the killer five page preview from Powers #17 that started it all as well as a pinup gallery featuring visionary masters like Brian Steelfreeze, David Mack, Dave Johnson, Rick "son of Ikegami" Mays, Andy Lee and other amazing badasses. The trade also features an extensive look behind the scenes into the creative process of Oeming, Gunter and Shannon. You'll see how things go from concept to execution as well as deleted material deemed too weird by Mike. We at Bastard Samurai love well executed DVD extras as much as the next gaijin, so we're approaching the trade with this goal in mind. If you missed the issues the first time around then this is your chance to get the full monty. Don't delay- preorder today. G.I. JOE #13 (W) Josh Blaylock (A) Kevin Sharpe (I) John Larter (Cover) Joe Benitez FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: G.I. JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: "He's one of the most dangerous men alive. Feared by members of G.I. Joe and Cobra alike, he hasn't been seen in years. This December marks the return of the enigmatic saboteur known as FIREFLY. But whose side is he on?" G.I. JOE: FRONTLINE #3 (W) Larry Hama (A) Dan Jurgens (I) Bob Layton (Cover) Dave Dorman FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: G.I. Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action, action, action! This Issue: With the McGuffin device now in the hands of Cobra, G.I.Joe must attack Destro's Castle head on to retrieve it! Snake-Eyes, Duke, Scarlett, Stalker, and the gang face off against Destro, Baroness, Cobra Commander, Billy, and Dr. Mindbender. Even worse, the Jugglers refuse to answer any Joe pleas for help. G.I.JOE TP VOL. II: RECKONINGS (W) Josh Blaylock (A )Steve Kurth with others (Cover) Mike Norton FC 96pp $12.95 Trade paperback In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Last year, Image brought G.I. JOE back to comic books, sparking an entire book of 1980's retro properties. We are now proud to offer the second collection of this breakout series, featuring everyone's favorite characters from the popular G.I. JOE: REAL AMERICAN HERO comics, cartoons and toys This Issue: Collecting issues #6-9, the story arc that not only brought back Cobra Commander to the new G.I.JOE series, but also everyone's favorite COBRA Ninja, STORM SHADOW! What starts out as the return of Cobra Commander leads to the showdown of the year - Snake-Eyes VS Storm Shadow! HAWAIIAN DICK: BYRD OF PARADISE #1 (W) B. Clay Moore (A) Steven Griffin (Cover) Steven Griffin FC 32pp $2.95 Three issue finite series In stores the week of December 18th. The Concept: 1953, Hawaii. WWII vet Byrd is thrown off his stateside police force after an "incident" with a suspect. Having nowhere else to go, Byrd turns to his Army buddy, Mo Kalama, a detective in Hawaii. He now spends his days drinking tropical concoctions and his nights helping Mo with cases that fall just beyond the jurisdiction of the police. And in Byrd's Hawaii, the supernatural manifestations of the islands' myths and legends lie just around every corner. This Issue: When Byrd is pulled away from a lazy afternoon of jazz and cocktails to track down a stolen '49 Buick Roadmaster, the case seems simple enough. Yet he's soon immersed in a dark paradise of swank tiki lounges, exotic bar girls, murdered beauties, high speed chases along the scenic Hawaiian coast, and the mysterious Night Marchers of the Pali Highway. Now Byrd and Mo must untangle this tropical web of tiki terror without becoming ensnared themselves. HELLSPAWN #20 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (A) Ben Templesmith (Cover) Ben Templesmith FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 18th. Concept: Featuring the same core character as the long-running Spawn comic book, Hellspawn mires the protagonist in a dark, foreboding world of grime and dirty secrets. While Spawn highlights a battle between the dark and the light, Hellspawn is struggling mightily to keep the blackness at bay. This book is the stripped-down ugly essence of Todd McFarlane's Hell-born creation. This Issue: "The Collection"—In the future a man will exist in darkness and collect the nightmares of the past. But there is one thing missing from his collection, a hole in the darkness. What the man craves is a creature of pure evil; a thing that has touched the bowels of Hell. That which the man desires is the Hellspawn and he will send his Riders through the flames of time to capture him. Who is the collector and who are The Riders? KABUKI TP VOL. VI: SCARAB (W) David Mack (A) Rick Mays (Cover) David Mack BW 256pp $19.95 Trade paperback In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: Growing up in the subcultures of urban Japan, a young woman journeys through the underworlds of organized crime, secret societies, government operatives, awkward friendships, and young romance. A Mix of crime fiction and personal duality, elegantly told through the masks and metaphors of Japanese Mythology. This Issue: Kabuki: Scarab (collects Kabuki Agents 1-8) picks up right where KABUKI: Metamorphosis left off and answers all the mysteries left dangling from that series. AndScarab is still a self-contained story, so even new readers can start with it. More than the original issues, this handsome 256 page collection includes a gallery of covers (including the Quesada variant), new pin-ups, sketches and character designs, afterword and story commentary by David Mack, an insightful introduction by Paul Pope, and a brand new cover painting by David Mack. LIBERTY MEADOWS #29 by Frank Cho BW 32pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 25th. The Concept: Life and love in Liberty Meadows, animal sanctuary, where everything and anything can happen. This Issue: Brandy's having the worst day of her life. The animals are out of control. Jen rips her favorite sweater. Dean's wrecking the Christmas party. Her parents and relatives are coming to town. And she, unwittingly, breaks poor Frank's heart...Maybe forever. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE #2 (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (I) Marco Failla Cover A by Emiliano Santalucia Cover B by Francis Manapul and Joe Weems FC 32pp $2.95 Four issue mini-series In stores the week of December 25th. The Concept: In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the evil onslaught of Skeketor and his evil forces. It's an epic tale of good versus evil, where there is new danger and suspense at every turn. The story we all loved from the 80's is reborn and relaunched for a new era. This Issue: Under the direction of the Sorceress, He-Man sets forth on a mission to destroy an ancient artifact before it can fall into the wrong hands. But things don't go as the heroes had planned when He-Man faces opposition of an unexpected origin. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE STORE Don't miss out on your chance to get everything He-Man. From posters to T-Shirts to wall tins and more. By the power of Eternia - stock up now! HE-MAN WALL SCROLL He-Man readies for battle in front of the grandeur of Castle Grayskull. Capture the feeling of this moment with this beautiful wall scroll. FC 31"x43" $19.95 SKELETOR WALL SCROLL Skeletor stands triumphant in from of Snake Mountain, his fortress of terror. Immortalize the moment with this captivating wall scroll. FC 31"x43" $19.95 HE-MAN WALL TIN The classic transformation comes to life! This epic image from the extremely hard to find promo comic can now hang proudly on your wall for all to see! FC 12"x16" $19.95 SKELETOR WALL TIN The master of dark magic stands ready to defy all who oppose him. This epic image from the extremely hard to find promo comic can now hang proudly on your wall for all to see! FC 12"x16" $19.95 HE-MAN STANDUP He-Man stands proud in this amazing life-size stand-up. Let him guard your room, bring him to parties, or just amaze your friends! FC 6'tall $29.95 SKELETOR STANDUP Skeletor stand defiant in this spectacular life-size stand-up. Let him guard your room, bring him to parties, or just amaze your friends! FC 6'tall $29.95 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE – BATTLE ROYALE POSTER The epic battle rages on! This image straight from the cover of the Masters of the Universe cover displays many of your favorite characters locked into battle! FC 24"x36" $6.95 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE – HEROIC WARRIORS POSTER The guardians of Grayskull stand ready! This image straight from the cover of the Masters of the Universe cover displays many of your favorite heroic warriors! FC 24"x36" $6.95 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE – LET THE POWER RETURN POSTER The image of He-Man's crest stands electrified as we celebrate the return of the Masters of the Universe! FC 24"x36" $6.95 HE-MAN T-SHIRT This iconic representation bursts out of it's beautiful design on this quality 100% cotton black tee. Show everyone you are fan of the most powerful warrior in the universe! Available in sizes M, L and XL. FC $17.95 SKELETOR T-SHIRT This iconic representation bursts out of it's beautiful design on this quality 100% cotton black tee. Show everyone you are fan of the most evil skull-faced tyrant in the universe! Available in sizes M, L and X FC $17.95 CREST SYMBOL T-SHIRT This stunning design of the new He-Man logo shines out on this quality 100% black tee. Then let everyone know that you have the power with the classic phrase inscribed on the back! Available in sizes M, L and X FC $17.95 ********************** MICRONAUTS #4 (W) Scott Wherle (A) E.J. Su Cover A - Joseph Michael Linsner and Eric Hanson – Karza Cover B – Joeseph Michael Linsner and Eric Hanson – Acroyear FC 32pp $2.95 Bimonthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 25th. The Concept: Within our own universe lies another universe unbeknownst to us... until now. The realm of the MICRONAUTS - a place ruled by evil tyrant, Baron Karza, whose scientific marvels offer his people immortality, at the cost of their humanity. When unsuspecting, Ryan Archer is thrown into their world, we find that not only are things about to change, but Ryan will have much to do with it. This Issue: The action heats up as Ryan and Koriah, the Galactic Defender, meet up with a band of infiltrating revolutionaries intent on helping them escape Baron Karza's iron grip. Besieged by a troop of Harriers, the group is forced under the streets of echopolis where they make a shocking discovery! Meanwhile, Acroyear and Knave, released from the IsoPen by an unknown benefactor, are discovered and forced to fight for their lives. And what does the inert Micronaut probe have to do with the resuscitation of the deadly automaton called Biotron? NOBLE CAUSES: FAMILY SECRETS #3 (W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Jon Sommariva (I) John Wycough & Jon Sommariva Cover A by Mike Avon Oeming Cover B by Jim Valentino FC 32pp $2.95 Four issue monthly finite series In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land — an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. This Issue: It's guest-stars galore as Rusty goes on a rampage, interrogating various Image super-heroes who he thinks may have gotten Zephyr pregnant! Meanwhile, Doc makes a startling discovery of his own, and Liz has a confrontation with the person who leaked the latest Noble scandal to the press. Australian artist Jon Sommariva illustrates the back-up story, which provides a glimpse into Frost's troubled childhood. PARADIGM #4 (W)Matt Cashel (A)Jeremy Haun BW 40pp $3.50 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: A comic book for everyone. Drama, comedy, adventure, sci-fi, horror, and fantasy. Talking cats, trolls, nutballs with big guns, and the seemingly ordinary men and women who populate our everyday lives. Paradigm is a time capsule full of history and future prophesies intended to change the world. Read carefully. This Issue: Behind closed doors, engulfed in a cloud of paranoia, Zeke Moore questions his role in the upcoming "evolution" of Bogsdale and the world. However, in an apartment of talking shadows, stinky air vents, and mean women the questions may not be his and the answer not one he wants to hear. "The Stillest Hour" with its summary of times past and clues to the future provides a perfect jumping on point for those readers who missed the first wave of Ultimate Sanity. So what are you waiting for? Read Zeke Moore's journal today! POWERS #27 (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Mike Avon Oeming FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Heroes glide through the sky on lightning bolts and fire. Flamboyant villains attempt daring daylight robberies. God-like alien creatures clash in epic battle over the nighttime sky. And on the dirty city streets below, Homicide Detective Christian Walker does his job. Walker is teamed up with spunky rookie Detective Deena Pilgrim to investigate murders specific to superhero cases. investigations that takes them from the seediest underbelly a city has to offer, to the gleaming towers that are home to immortal beings. From super hot and EISNER award winning team of Brian Michael Bendis (Ultimate Spiderman titles, Daredevil, Alias) and full color, art deco comic artist Mike Avon Oeming (Bastard Samurai, hammer of the gods) This Issue: THE SELLOUTS Part 3—Hi- this is Powers writer Brian Bendis. I am in one of those situations, again, that anything I say in here in solicitation will ruin the events of issues you haven't read yet. So, please, trust us on this one. But basically, Walker and Deena are in New York City to investigate the dirty underside of one of the seventies classic super teams. Murder, scandal, lawsuits, sex tapes, innuendo feed a decades long feud between some of the world's greatest superheroes. Brace yourselves! It is superheroes like you have NEVER seen them. RADISKULL AND DEVIL DOLL: RADISKULL HATE CHRISTMAS ONE-SHOT (W) Josh Blaylock and Tim Seeley (A)Mike Norton and Tim Seeley (Cover) Mike Norton BW 32pp $2.50 One-Shot In stores the week of December 4th. The Concept: Deep below, in the depths of the underworld, lives the Radiskull, a giant, floating, Mohawk sporting skull, determined to kill EVERYONE and destroy EVERYTHING. If only he wasn't so distracted by anything shiny or tasty. His companion, Devil Doll, hopes to one day be just like him. Together they rampage, they rap, and they rock. It's just what they do. You TOO can now "Kick It" with these internet cartoon superstars in their new comic book series. This Issue: It's Christmas time, and everyone's happy. Everyone, that is, except for Radiskull. What happens when the world's most jolly, altruistic man meets evil incarnate in a skull? The answer may surprise you, as this is a rivalry older than history, and Santa Claus is not unfamiliar with the rap rocking demonic duo. REX MUNDI #1 (W) Arvid Nelson (A) Eric J FC 32pp $2.95 Bimonthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Murder, blasphemy, intrigue, the occult… welcome to the world of Rex Mundi. Jazz is all the rage in the smoky nightclubs of Paris, but kings still rule Europe, and the Holy Inquisition maintains order with an iron fist. Far from prying eyes, sorcerers practice magical arts rumored to have been founded in Biblical times. Amidst this setting, thunderheads of a cataclysmic war are gathering… This Issue: Master Physician Julien Saunière makes a horrific discovery in the slums of Paris while investigating the theft of a medieval manuscript from his longtime friend, Catholic priest Gérard Marin. Sorcery and organized crime are implicated in the theft, and Julien seeks the advice of an old friend. Meanwhile, Father Marin has an unexpected visitor at his home… SAVAGE DRAGON #106 by Erik Larsen FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 18th. The Concept: Former police officer Dragon fights to make the world a better place. This Issue: When Santa Claus goes missing it's up to the World's Greatest Superhero to fill in for the Fat, Jolly Old Elf in order to save Christmas! While the REST of the world's heroes franticly search for the missing gift-giver, the Savage One prepares for the busiest night of his life! Can Christmas be saved and order restored? Who knows?! This is the Savage Dragon - the book where darned near anything can happen! You're guess is as good as mine! A soppy, sentimental self-contained issue celebrating the holiday. Fun for the whole family. A great jumping-on place for new readers. SAVAGE DRAGON VOL VIII: TERMINATED HARDCOVER EDITION by Erik Larsen FC 176pp $28.95 Hardcover HARDCOVER LIMITED EDITION Signed & numbered with original signing plate! Limited to 250 copies FC 176pp $54.95 Hardcover Both in stores the week of December 25th. The Concept: The Savage Dragon's final days as a member of the Chicago Police force. Beaten down by the man, the Dragon must take extreme measures to stay alive. This Issue: This book collects Savage Dragon #34-40 (including Savage Dragon #1/2), this seven issue run includes an appearance by Mike Mignola's Hellboy as well as the superhero Star and the introduction of Zeek, plus Martians attacking, Chaos & Control and more villains that you can possibly keep track of. Featuring a rambling, incoherent introduction, a sketchbook section that sheds little light on the creative process, and Dung — you can't live without Dung! This critically acclaimed series is collected here for the first time. A guaranteed high-octane blast! SPAWN #129 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin and Todd McFarlane (P) Angel Medina (I) Danny Miki (Cover) Greg Capullo and Todd McFarlane FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 25th. Concept: Al Simmons, once the U.S. government's greatest soldier and most effective assassin, was mercilessly executed by his own men. Resurrected from the ashes of his own grave in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, Simmons is reborn as a creature from the depths of Hell. Disfigured, homeless and alone, this warrior now known as Spawn wanders the shadowy alleys of New York City in search of his past life. This Issue: "Loose Threads, Part III"—While tracking his Freakish nemesis through the tunnels beneath New York, Spawn discovers a top-secret government facility. Inside he finds a file detailing a covert mission performed by Lt. Col. Al Simmons a decade before. A mission which involved unspeakable atrocities against scores of innocents. A mission he doesn't remember ever going on. Is it a trick? Who would plant such a file for him to find? And what if it's true? The revelations force Spawn to re-evaluate his entire life as Al Simmons. TECH JACKET #2 (W) Robert Kirkman (A) E.J. Su (B) Val Staples (Cover) E.J. Su FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 18th. The Concept: The Geldarians are a race of incredibly intelligent, yet physically weak and fragile beings. To compensate for their frailty they have invented the "Tech Jacket," a vest that every Geldarian is equipped with upon birth. Each jacket grows and matures with its host, specializing in tasks that the host will find most useful. A fully developed Tech Jacket is considered to be one of the most powerful weapons in the universe. Zack Thompson, through an event of sheer chance, has come to possess a Tech Jacket of his own. Now it appears that the fate of the entire universe rests on his shoulders as he learns that with infinite power comes infinite responsibility. This Issue: Zack, now is possession of a Geldarian Tech Jacket, attempts to return to his every day life. He finds it makes some things easier while it makes others much more difficult, such as maintaining a normal life. All seems to be going well until The Geldarians learn that he has the Jacket. They must uphold an ancient law, which states that any non-Geldarian to wield a Tech Jacket must be put to death. This puts a damper on Zack's plans for Saturday night. TOTAL SELL OUT by Brian Michael Bendis BW 184pp $14.95 Trade paperback In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Three time Eisner award winning Brian Michael Bendis (Powers, Ultimate Spider-Man titles, Daredevil, Alias) didn't just appear out of thin air, you know! He worked his tuchas off at all aspects of the medium before totally losing his hair in mainstream comics. Compiled in this exclusive collection are dozens of short stories that are widely considered his best work, handpicked by the author. Ranging from the 'Fortune and Glory' style autobiographical anecdotes, to some of the darkest crime noir stories he has yet to tell. Also included is a smattering of his favorite short work collaborationswith Warren Ellis, Mark (Nowheresville) Ricketts, James Hudnall, and Mike Avon Oeming. And a portfolio of line art and multi-media illustrations that have rarely been seen before. A fun and must have collection of rarely seen or never seen material. Top Cow TOMB RAIDER #26 (W) John Ney Rieber (P) Randy Green (I) Jonathan Sibal (C) Jonathan D. Smith Lara is drifting between life and death -- as a Tomb Raider she's been dealing with the line between life and death all her life but never before has she been so vulnerable! When an evil, ancient Egyptian decides that Lara would be a nice addition to his afterlife, how is she going to escape? FC, 32 pages $2.99 TOM JUDGE: END OF DAYS #1 (W) Paul Jenkins (P) Clayton Crain (I) Jonathan Glapion (C) Tyson Wengler Imagine you were given a key to unlock the most devastating power in the Universe. Imagine the fate of all Creation hanging upon a single decision yet to be made. Now, imagine you had to make this decision by lunchtime on Friday. The devil has left Hell, God has gone missing and all the angels and demons are ready to scrap over the remains. But one mere mortal may have the ultimate say in the fight for control of the Universe — a sinister government official named Black. And the only man standing in his way is Tom Judge, a lapsed Catholic priest who controls the most significant power in creation — the Rapture. Join Tom, his precognitive partner, Tilly, and his misfit band of messiahs as they attempt to wring the eternal Answer out of a question nobody bothered to ask. The fate of the Universe hangs in the balance — does anybody have a solution? FC, 40 pages $3.99 Double-Sized Special BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #6 (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C) Shane Law (COV) Alex Ross This issue marks the first of a four part story called "Under a Blood Red Sky!" Zoltar has unleashed a weapon far more lethal and devastating than the Iron Terrapin. Rain over Central West brings with it a dangerous alien virus. This virus, designed by Zoltar, will give him the ability to control the minds of the super city's vast population. How will G-Force overcome such insurmountable odds? FC, 32 pages $2.99 TOP COW CLASSICS: BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #1 (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C) Shane Law and Udon Studios The smash hit of the summer returns in classic form as Top Cow is proud to present Battle of the Planets #1 in it's original black-and-white format. Join Mark, Jason, Princess, Keyop and Tiny in their premiere comic book adventure brought to you by Wilson Tortosa and Alex Ross!! BW, 32 pages $2.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #2—ANIMATION COVER EXCLUSIVE (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C) Shane Law and Udon Studios The battle rages on with this exclusive Animation Edition Cover of the highly sought after second issue of Battle of the Planets. A previous convention exclusive, this first ever animated edition cover is sure to make your Battle of the Planets collection complete! Limited quantities of this great cover remain though, so make sure to pick yours up today! FC, 32 pages PI MARVEL COMICS ULTIMATE WAR #1 & #2 (OF 4) Cover By Chris Bachalo Mark Millar (w)/Chris Bachalo (p) The Ultimates vs. The Ultimate X-Men: the battle begins! When the X-Men do the worst thing they could to humanity, Nick Fury orders The Ultimates to bring them down! But Xavier hasn't been training his soldiers for nothing, and the mutants just might take out The Ultimates first! And best of all, fight fans, two issues of this brawl ship this month! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES.......2.25 each ULTIMATE ADVENTURES #4 (OF ?) Cover By Kaare Andrews Ron Zimmerman (W)/Duncan Fegredo (p & i) The Ultimates recruit Hawk-Owl & Zippy for the Ultimate War! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/MARVEL PG 2.25 X-MEN, ULTIMATE #26 Cover By Adam Kubert Mark Millar (w)/Adam Kubert (p) Prologue to the next big story! Two years before the events of ULTIMATE X-MEN #1, how did Professor X's greatest friendship dissolve into hatred? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES.......2.25 THE ULTIMATES #9 Cover By Bryan Hitch Mark Millar (w)/Bryan Hitch (p)/Andrew Currie (i) (Note: This is a resoliciation. All previous orders for THE ULTIMATES #9 and #10 have been canceled.) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/ FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 X-Men X-MEN, UNCANNY #416 Cover By Kia Asamiya Chuck Austen (w)/Kia Asamiya (p)/ J.D. Smith (i) It's the first issue illustrated by international superstar Kia Asamiya! Wait until you see Kia's redesigns! Plus: what is Juggernaut's dark secret? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 X-MEN, NEW #135 Cover By Frank Quitely Grant Morrison (w)/Frank Quitely (p)/Tim Townsend (i) Frank Quitely returns as "Riot At Xavier's" begins! Generation battles generation as the eternal showdown of youth vs. experience hits Xavier's Institute! Pupils against teachers! Children against parents! Who lives? Who dies? Who betrays whom? Be warned: Grant Morrison has promised that this four-part shocker will change the X-Men even more than "E is for Extinction" did! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 X-STATIX #6 Cover By Mike Allred Peter Milligan (w)/Mike Allred(p & i) A new, four-part story begins here! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 WOLVERINE #184 Cover By Essad Ribic Frank Tieri(w)/Sean Chen(p) 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 X-MEN, UNLIMITED #40 Cover By Josh Middleton Chuck Austen, Steven Grant & Nick Bertozzi (w)/ Clayton Henry, David Finch & Dean Haspiel (p) All evil issue! Mystique, Sabretooth and the Juggernaut storm the stage in three bad-to-the-bone stories! 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......3.50 AGENT X #6 Cover By UDON Gail Simone (w)/UDON (a) It's Agent X vs. a legion of mercs in the action-packed conclusion to this title's first story arc! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 EXILES #20 Cover By Dale Keown Judd Winick (w)/J. Calafiore (p) A new, three-part story starts now! To save a world overrun by the Legacy Virus, what will the Exiles sacrifice? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 SOLDIER X #6 Painted Cover By Igor Kordey Darko Macan (w)/Igor Kordey (p) It's the explosive conclusion to SOLDIER X's first story! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 WEAPON X #4 Cover By Georges Jeanty Frank Tieri (w)/Georges Jeanty (p)/Dexter Vines (i) It ends here: the hunt for Sabretooth! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 X-TREME X-MEN: X-POSE #2 (OF 2) Painted Cover By Rodolfo Migliari Chris Claremont (w)/Arthur Ranson (p) The media exposes mutantkind for what it really is! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.99 WOLVERINE: NETSUKE #4 (OF 4) Painted Cover By George Pratt George Pratt (w & a) Wolverine goes samurai in this fully-painted story by George Pratt (Enemy Ace: War Idyll)! 32 PGS. WITH NO ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......3.99 MEKANIX #3 (OF 6) Cover By Celia Calle Chris Claremont (w)/Juan Bobillo (p)/Marcelo Sosa (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.99 Marvel Knights ULTIMATE DAREDEVIL & ELEKTRA #2 & #3 (OF 4) Cover By Salvador Larroca Greg Rucka (w)/Salvador Larroca (p) The Ultimate look at comics' ultimate couple continues – with 2 issues this month! Elektra hungers for revenge, but when the person she hunts is connected to the world's richest man, justice doesn't come cheap! 32 PGS. W ADS EACH/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 each ELEKTRA #18 & #19 Painted Covers By Greg Horn Greg Rucka (w)/Carlo Pagulayan (p)/Danny Miki (i) It's double the action as ELEKTRA hits twice this month! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG plus ...2.99 each DAREDEVIL #40 Cover By Alex Maleev Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Manuel Gutierrez (p & i) The shocking conclusion to "Trial of the Century!" 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 CAPTAIN AMERICA #7 Cover By John Cassaday John Ney Rieber (w)/Trevor Hairsine (p)/ Danny Miki (i) A new story arc begins – and it features art by the new Marvel Knights' star, Trevor Hairsine (Cla$$war)! (Note: This is a resoliciation. All previous orders for CAPTAIN AMERICA #7 have been canceled.) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 PUNISHER #20 Painted Covers by Tim Bradstreet Garth Ennis (w)/Steve Dillon (p & i) Beginning a new 3-part story arc! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PGplus..2.99 ALIAS #17 Painted Cover By David Mack Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Michael Gaydos (a) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING...2.99 Spider-Man SPIDER-MAN, ULTIMATE #32 Cover by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p)/Art Thibert (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES.......2.25 SPIDER-MAN, ULTIMATE #33 Cover by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p)/Art Thibert (i) You asked for him, you got him: Ultimate Venom! Spider-Man's ultimate villain gets the Ultimate treatment! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES.......2.25 SPIDER-MAN, AMAZING #48 Cover By Frank Cho J. Michael Straczynski (w)/ John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 SPIDER-MAN, PETER PARKER #51 Cover By Francisco Herrera Zeb Wells (w)/Francisco Herrera (p)/ Wayne Faucher (i) The Shocker and Hydro-Man strike as a new two-part story begins here! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.25 SPIDER-MAN: LEGEND OF THE SPIDER CLAN #3 (OF 5) A MARVEL MANGAVERSE STORY Cover By Kaare Andrews Kaare Andrews (w)/Skott Young (p) Get ready for the Green Goblin– Manga style! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 SPIDER-MAN, TANGLED WEB #21 Cover By Darwyn Cooke Darwyn Cooke (w)/Jay Bone (p) A standalone story written by Darwyn Cooke (Catwoman: Selina's Big Score)! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.......2.99 SPIDER-GIRL #54 Cover By Pat Olliffe Tom DeFalco (w)/Pat Olliffe (p)/Al Williamson (i) You've read the good reviews for months, so jump on here as a new story begins! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES.......2.25 MARVILLE #4 (OF ?) Cover By Greg Horn Bill Jemas (w)/M.D. Bright (p)/ Paul Neary (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.25 CAPTAIN MARVEL #4 (OF ?) Cover By Andy Kubert Peter David (w)/ChrisCross (p)/Chris Sotomayor (color) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 Marvel Heroes TRUTH #2 (OF 6) Cover By Kyle Baker Robert Morales (w)/Kyle Baker (a) In the tradition of ORIGIN, Marvel reveals the shocking secret history of Captain America! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......3.50 AVENGERS #61 Cover By Gary Frank Geoff Johns (w)/Gary Frank (p)/ Jon Sibal (i) The old order changeth as a new team line-up is created — and it's penciled by Gary Frank (Midnight Nation)! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 AVENGERS #62 Cover By Gary Frank Geoff Johns (w)/Gary Frank (p)/ Jon Sibal (i) A standalone story illustrated by Gary Frank! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 FANTASTIC FOUR #64 Cover By Mike Wieringo Mark Waid (w)/Mike Wieringo (p)/Karl Kesel (i) It's the chilling conclusion to "Sentient"! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 THOR #57 Cover By Claudio Castellini Dan Jurgens (w)/Joe Bennett & Various (p) A special "storybook" issue featuring full-page pin-ups by a host of cool creators! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG.....2.25 INCREDIBLE HULK #47 Cover By Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones (w)/Stuart Immonen (p)/Scott Koblish (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 BLACK PANTHER #52 Cover By Andy Kubert Christopher Priest (w)/Jorge Lucas (p)/Larry Stucker (i) The brand-new direction continues! Who wears the mask of the Black Panther? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.50 MARVEL DOUBLE-SHOT #2 (OF 4) Painted Cover By Joe Jusko Christopher Priest & Bill Morrison (w)/Paolo Rivera & Bill Morrison (p) Two classic characters in one cool comic, featuring the Avengers by Bongo's Bill Morrison! Plus: Dr. Doom by Priest! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG......2.99 IRON MAN #62 Cover By Michael Ryan Mike Grell (w)/Michael Ryan (p)/Sean Parsons (i) Part one of "You Can't Always Get–!" 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 IRON MAN #63 Painted Cover By Paolo Rivera Mike Grell (w)/Michael Ryan (p)/Sean Parsons (i) The conclusion to "You Can't Always Get–!" 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...2.25 THUNDERBOLTS #75 Cover By Juan Bobillo, Marcelo Sosa & Jose Villarrubia Fabian Nicieza (w)/Manuel Garcia & Scott Hanna (p) You cannot miss the double-sized conclusion to THUNDERBOLTS vol. 1! 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG..3.50 PARADISE X #8 (OF 13) Painted Cover By Alex Ross Alex Ross & Jim Krueger (w)/Doug Braithwaite (p)/Bill Reinhold (i) The saga of the EARTH X alternate timeline continues! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/ CARDSTOCKCOVER/FC/MARVEL PG...2.99 EDEN'S TRAIL #2 (OF 6) Cover By Steve Uy Steve Uy & Chuck Austin (w)/Steve Uy (a) Continuing a brand-new anime adventure of sci-fi action delivered in the widescreen MarvelScope format! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG..2.99 SHANG-CHI: MASTER OF KUNG FU #4 (OF 6) Cover By Paul Gulacy Doug Moench (w)/Paul Gulacy (p)/Jimmy Palmiotti (i) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING.....2.99 KILLRAVEN #3 (OF 6) Cover By Alan Davis Alan Davis (w & p)/Mark Farmer (i) Continuing the all-new sci-fi thriller by the great Alan Davis! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG..2.99 Graphic Novels: Hardcovers DAREDEVIL VOL. 2 HARDCOVER Cover By Alex Maleev Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Alex Maleev (p & i) The red-hot writer of ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN and ALIAS takes on Marvel's Man Without Fear! What will happen when Daredevil's greatest secret is exposed on the front page of New York City's tabloids? This deluxe hardcover collects an entire year's worth of acclaimed DAREDEVIL issues (#26 - #37), plus tons of behind-the-scenes extras! 288 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...29.99 Graphic Novels: Trade Paperbacks ELEKTRA VOL. 1: INTROSPECT Cover By Greg Horn Greg Rucka (w)/Joe Bennett, Carlo Pagulayan & Greg Horn (p) Acclaimed crime novelist Greg Rucka takes on Elektra! Who has set out to destroy the assassin's career – and why? Elektra is determined to discover the truth – that is, if she doesn't go mad first! Reprinting ELEKTRA (vol. 2) #10 - #15, plus Greg Horn's short story from MARVEL KNIGHTS: DOUBLE SHOT #3! 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG+...16.99 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 3 Cover By John Romita Jr. J. Michael Straczynski (w)/John Romita Jr. (p) The world-famous wall-crawler faces evil old and new as the Eisner-Award-winning team of J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. continue their acclaimed run! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (vol. 2) #40 - #45. 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...12.99 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 1: COMING HOME Cover By J. Scott Campbell J. Michael Straczynski (w)/John Romita Jr. (p) Still available! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (vol. 2) #30 - #35. 152 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...15.95 AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VOL. 2: REVELATIONS Cover By John Romita Jr. J. Michael Straczynski (w)/John Romita Jr. (p) Still available! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (vol. 2) #36 - #39. 152 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...15.95 THE CALL OF DUTY VOL. 1: THE BROTHERHOOD Cover By David Finch Chuck Austen (w)/David Finch(p) Marvel turns the spotlight on the world's real heroes! In the wake of 9/11, the world watched as firefighters, police officers and EMS workers selflessly risked their lives to save others. These are the brave men and women that answered THE CALL OF DUTY. Now, the series that received national press coverage introduces you to Lieutenant James MacDonald, a veteran firefighter who, despite all his years on the job, may not be prepared for the unexpected. Collecting THE CALL OF DUTY: THE BROTHERHOOD #1 - #6. 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 NEW X-MEN VOL. 3: NEW WORLDS Cover By Ethan Van Sciver Grant Morrison (w)/Frank Quitely, Igor Kordey, Ethan Van Sciver, John Paul Leon & Phil Jimenez(p) It's another mind-blowing volume from the great Grant Morrison! Who is Xorn? What is Weapon XII? Is Magneto really dead? Find out as we collect NEW X-MEN #127 - #133! 176 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 NEW X-MEN VOL. 1: E IS FOR EXTINCTION Cover By Frank Quitely Grant Morrison (w)/Frank Quitely (p) Still available! Collecting NEW X-MEN #114 - #117! 176 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 NEW X-MEN VOL. 2: IMPERIAL Cover By Frank Quitely Grant Morrison (w)/Frank Quitely, Ethan Van Sciver, & Igor Kordey (p) Still available! Collecting NEW X-MEN #118 - #126! 224 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.99 X-TREME X-MEN VOL. 2: INVASION! Cover By Salvador Larroca Chris Claremont (w)/Salvador Larroca(p) Storm, Rogue, Gambit and the X-Treme Team stand as Earth's only defense against an invading alien armada! Reprinting X- TREME X-MEN #10 - #18. 224 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...19.99 X-TREME X-MEN VOL. 1 Cover By Salvador Larroca Chris Claremont (w)/Salvador Larroca(p) Still available! Collecting X-TREME X-MEN #1 - #9. 224 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...19.95 G.I. JOE VOL. 5 Cover By J. Scott Campbell Larry Hama (w)/Rod Whigham(p) Can Cobra actually create their own country? Who is Serpentor? Find out as we reprint G.I. JOE #42 - #50! 240 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...24.99 ESSENTIAL AVENGERS VOL. 1 Cover By Stuart Immonen Stan Lee (w)/Jack Kirby & Don Heck (p) New printing! Reprinting AVENGERS (vol. 1) #1 - #24 in one gigantic bargain-priced volume. 528 PGS./B&W/ALL AGES...14.99 ESSENTIAL SPIDER-MAN VOL. 5 Cover By John Romita Jr. Stan Lee (w)/John Romita, Sr. & Gil Kane (p) New printing! Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (vol. 1) #90 - #113 in one gigantic bargain-priced volume. 528 PGS./B&W/ALL AGES...14.95 ESSENTIAL SPIDER-MAN VOL. 1 - 4 Cover By Igor Kordey Darko Macan & David Tischman (w)/Igor Kordey & Mike Hyddleston (p) All four volumes are still available! 528 PGS./B&W/ALL AGES...14.95 Each SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB VOL. 2 Cover By Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones, Kaare Andrews & Darwyn Cooke (w)/ Lee Weeks, Kaare Andrews & Darwyn Cooke (p) New printing! Some of today's hottest creators visit Spider-Man's not-so-friendly neighborhood as we once again reprint TANGLED WEB #7 - #11. 128 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...14.95 SPIDER-MAN'S TANGLED WEB VOL. 1 Cover By Duncan Fegredo Garth Ennis, Greg Rucka & Peter Milligan(w)/ John McCrea, Eduardo Risso & Duncan Fegredo (p) Still available! 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...15.95 ULTIMATE X-MEN X VOL. 2: RETURN TO WEAPON X Cover By Adam Kubert Mark Millar (w)/Adam Kubert, Tom Derenick & Tom Raney(p) New printing! The mutants confront the evil enterprise that created Wolverine in ULTIMATE X-MEN #7 - #12. 144 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...14.95 ULTIMATE X-MEN X VOL. 1: THE TOMORROW PEOPLE Cover By Joe Quesada Mark Millar (w)/Adam Kubert (p) Still available! 160 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...14.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN X VOL. 2: WORLD TOUR Cover By Adam Kubert Mark Millar & Various (w)/Adam Kubert & Various (p) Still available! 192 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...14.99 P.O.P. Posters DAREDEVIL POSTER Herald the arrival of DD's film – and the official comic book adaptation -- with this full-color poster! 36" X 24"...5.95 UNCANNY X-MEN POSTER There's a new international sensation joining the X-Men… and his name is Kia Asamiya! Check out his version of the mighty mutants with this full-color poster! 36" X 24"...5.95 Diamond Select THE ULTIMATES #2 COVER RE-IMAGINED (IRON MAN) POSTER by Bryan Hitch A Diamond Select Release! Marvel's runaway hit for 2002 is far-and-away The Ultimates, and Bryan Hitch's amazing artwork and character designs are two of the biggest reasons why. After seeing the Ultimate Iron Man Bust from Diamond Select, Bryan decided to re-create the cover to The Ultimates #2 to represent DST's design! Here it is, True Believers, for the first time anywhere: The Ultimates #2 Cover Re-Imagined by Bryan Hitch! With more wires and more interfaces between Tony Stark's body and his amazing suit of armor, the man/machine known as Iron Man stands ready to do some good for the world in the short time he has left. Pick up one now and see what one of today's top artists can do when given a chance to re-create history. This poster is printed on 100lb paper stock for longer life. Guaranteed on sale in December 2002! Poster $5.99 SPIDER-MAN'S ROGUES' GALLERY: THE SCORPION BUST A Diamond Select Release! You think you've seen it all? All that Art Asylum and Diamond Select have to show? What more could they do to make people stand up and take notice? How about taking on one of Spidey's oldest and most established villains and showing him in a way never seen before? The next generation is here! This month the Scorpion makes his appearance in the Rogues' Gallery! With his deadly tail poised, ready to strike, and rising up from a base of broken cabin flooring, the Scorpion is ready to take his place on your shelf next to the other nemeses that haunt young Peter Parker's dreams! This bust features a metallic paint style to accurately portray the cybernetic armor that J. Jonah Jameson had bonded to Scorpion's flesh in an effort to "Kill the Spider!" Join the revolution! This bust measures 6" tall from the base to top of his head, and is in scale with the rest of the Rogues' Gallery line. Limited to 6,500 pieces worldwide, each packed with a hand- numbered, full-color Certificate of Authenticity. Guaranteed on sale in February 2003! Bust $45.00 SILVER AGE X-MEN: ANGEL 8 INCH RESIN STATUE A Diamond Select Release! The Third release in Diamond Select's original Silver Age X-Men line! Jack "King" Kirby brought these characters to the comics page, and for the first time ever, someone is bringing these timeless characters to life in 3 dimensions! From the folds in his costume to the details in each feather, it's all here for the true fans that remember when the Marvel Universe was taking its first steps. Each statue in this line links together to form a diorama of the team, and each statue ships with a different "X-Men" letter that can be used when displaying the team as a whole. Or, if you choose to, you can display each piece on its own without the letter (though why you'd want to is beyond us!). When placed together, Angel soars from behind the rest of the team and measures almost 11" tall from base to tip of his wings. Angel, like the rest of the line, is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide and comes with a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. A new piece is added to the line every other month—guaranteed! Angel is guaranteed on sale in January 2003! Statue $75.00 MARVEL SELECT BLACK WIDOW FIGURE A Diamond Select Release! Toy Biz and Diamond Select present the Black Widow (sculpted by Steve Kiwus), the fifth release in their continuing line of deluxe action figures! These are not the normal action figures that crowd toy store shelves across the country; these are larger, more detailed collectibles, each packed with large bases to help create diorama displays. Not only that, but they are all 100% original sculpts. The original Black Widow has gone from hero to villain and back to hero again… which doesn't make Natasha Romanov's Russian masters all that happy with her. In response to her "desertion," they assign Yelena Belova as the new Black Widow… whose first mission is to hunt down and eliminate Natasha! Star of the hit Marvel Max mini-series, this is the new Black Widow, done for the first time as an action figure with mountain base and biological weapons containers. Yelena comes complete with a handgun as well as an automatic rifle — more than enough firepower for this trained assassin to get the job done. Beware this replacement killer…! Not available in mass market outlets and packaged in deluxe blister card package. Guaranteed on sale in February 2003! Figure $18.99 Dynamic Forces THE ULTIMATES: THE ULTIMATE WAR #1 SIGNED Signed by writer Mark Millar! It's an ultimate event as The Ultimates take on the X-Men in this first-ever, brand-new, Ultimate Marvel crossover series! Writer Mark Millar signs this historic first issue for Dynamic Forces, and They're offering it at a special Introductory Price of just $19.99 until December 31st (then it goes back up to the regular MSRP of $29.99)! Also available as a CGC 9.6 Graded Edition, signed by Mark Millar! REGULAR—FC, 32pg $19.99 CGC 9.6 GRADED—FC, 32pg PI THE ULTIMATES: THE ULTIMATE WAR #2 SIGNED Signed by writer Mark Millar! Writer Mark Millar signs the second issue of this awesome Ultimate Marvels crossover for Dynamic Forces, offered at the special Introductory Price of just $19.99 until December 31st (regularly $29.99)! FC, 32pg $19.99 WOLVERINE/CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 SIGNED Signed by artist Tom Derenick! Marvel's two veteran warriors meet again in this brand-new limited series featuring both Captain America and Wolverine! Artist Tom Derenick provides the art, and the signature, on this special Dynamic Forces signed edition! FC, 32pg $19.99 CAPTAIN AMERICA AND WOLVERINE LIMITED EDITION LITHOGRAPH Created by hot, up-and-coming artist, Tom Derrenick! Captain America (a.k.a Steve Rogers) and Wolverine (a.k.a Logan) have been in more than their fair share of scrapes together over the years. Now, the awesome team-up between the Mutant Canadian Secret Agent and the American Super-Soldier has been captured by artist Tom Derrenick as this high-quality Dynamic forces lithograph! Both warriors stand in the midst of urban destruction as they face their unseen foe — Cap with shield in hand and Wolverine with claws extended! It's been quite a year for these two Marvel heroes, and DF is proud to bring this team-up to your collection! Also available as a double DF Re-Marked edition with Wolverine and Captain America head-sketches by artist Tom Derrenick! REGULAR—Lithograph, FC $19.99 RE-MARKED—Lithograph, FC $100.00 WOLVERINE: XISLE #1 SIGNED Signed by writer Bruce Jones! Veteran horror writer (and current Incredible Hulk scribe) Bruce Jones, takes on the mysterious mutant known as Wolverine for the very first time! FC, 32pg $19.99 CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE NEW DEAL HC SIGNED Signed by writer John Ney Reiber and artist John Cassaday! Reiber and Cassaday have forever changed the way we look at Marvel's most decorated soldier, Captain America! Now, this special hardcover edition collects their first story arc along with extra material, and both creators will be signing this monumental piece of work exclusively for Dynamic Forces! HC, 7x10, FC $99.99 THE HULK PREMIERE COLLECTOR'S PLATE by Greg & Tim Hildebrandt It's the Hulk's Birthday, and DF has got just the plate for his Birthday cake (although this is a collector's plate, and not for use with food or cake, but it shouldn't hurt the Hulk any)! Featuring incredible art by the Brothers Hildebrandt, each 10 3/8" porcelain plate features a full-color image, complimented by a gold border accent around the rim! Each plate will be boxed, and limited to a total production run of 400 plates. Not for eating, but meant for display, these collector plates will be the pride of your collection! Plate $49.99 THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN COLLECTOR'S PLATE by Greg & Tim Hildebrandt The third release in DF's series of high-quality Collector Plates is their second offering to feature the Wall-Crawler! Featuring incredible art by the Brothers Hildebrandt, each porcelain plate, measuring 10 3/8", will feature the full-color image, complimented by a gold border accent around the rim! Each plate will be boxed, and limited to a total production run of 400 plates. Not for eating, but meant for display, these collector plates will be the pride of your collection! Plate $49.99 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #136 Wizard: The Comics Magazine #136 is our annual upsized, Year-End spectacular issue! More pages, more news, more stuff. In the grand tradition of Wizard year-enders, check out the biggest events of the year jam-packed with comic goodness like, the Best of 2002. What are the year's best book, hero, villain, artist and writer? We take a look at the best that 2002 had to offer from Marvel, DC, Image, Dark Horse, CrossGen and everyone else, including a few books you wouldn't expect. With the announcement of 2002's best writer, this issue of Wizard will offer a profile of the creator that wins our vote for Best Writer of 2002. Find out what the winner of our toughest category is up to next. Is it J. Michael Straczynski, Kevin Smith, Brian Bendis or Brian Azzarello? You have to get this issue to find out! Superstar artist Andy Kubert (Origin) pits Ultimate Wolverine vs. Ultimate Captain America for a dazzling cover. 2002 was definitely the year of '80s Mania. Wizard rates the best of the bunch from Transformers, G.I. Joe, Thundercats, Battle of the Planets, He-Man and more! Our alternate cover is a collage with G.I. Joe by J. Scott Campbell, the Transformers by Pat Lee and the Thundercats by Ed McGuinness. Check out the Top 10 Breakout Events of the year—From Hulk's hit maker Bruce Jones, to the million dollars comic auctions from Heritage, to the blockbuster Spider-Man movie. Visit the set of the Daredevil movie! Get the inside scoop on all the plot details, fighting techniques, reshoots and behind-the- scenes secrets here! Our third cover will showcase a DD movie photo with Ben Affleck! Wizard Magazine is the only place to get all the news you need to know about your favorite comic books, artists and creators along with information on related media like movies and television. Check out the Top 10 Hottest Comics and find out how comics are trading in the current market place with our price guide, who includes data on CGC (Comics Guaranty Corp.) graded books and more. Magazine (Ultimate Wolverine/Captain America cover by Andy Kubert) $4.99 Magazine (G.I.Joe/Transformers/Thundercats cover by Jeff Campbell/Pat Lee/Ed McGuinness) $4.99 Magazine (Daredevil movie photo cover) $4.99 TOYFARE #66 TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #66 presents the definitive look at X-Men toys. Which characters still haven't been immortalized as action figures? See the newest X-Men costume designs and behold new X-Men figures in this exclusive photo feature! The latest Wolverine figure from Toy Biz will make his premiere appearance on this month's cover. Toys of musical figures continue to gain popularity at stores. The latest musical entry into the toy world are The Osbournes, lead by their patriarch, Ozzy Osbourne. Get the ultimate music-inspired action figure extravaganza. Snoop Dogg, KISS, Marilyn Manson, Eddie from Iron Maiden, Eminem and a ton of others will be here. Ozzy's newest figures will appear on our alternate cover. Where will the cast of Twisted ToyFare Theatre show up next? Find out right here in another shocking and hilarious episode! This month's Specialty Price Guide features G.I. Joe figures from both the Real American Hero and 12-inch lines. As nostalgia-mania for all lines of Joe continues to grow, see which figures are gaining special market attention. ToyFare's MARKETPLACE gets you inside the latest trends, happenings and more. Get the latest Ups 'n' Downs, Expert Analysis, the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures and more! Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value! ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Whether you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine. Magazine (New Wolverine toy cover) $4.99 Magazine (New Ozzy Osbourne toys cover) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER #93 InQuest Gamer #93 invites you to enter "Ultimate Chaos" as we pit HeroClix vs. Mage Knight vs. MechWarrior...the hottest releases of 2002 battle it out for #1! Using 400-point armies from all three games—teams of superheroes, minions and giant robots—we duke it out to see which really is the best game. This issue will also include new killer armies for each game! With the "creature set" debuting in the Magic: Onslaught expansion, we pit the various Magic creature races against each other as they battle for total supremacy. The Top 50 (goblins, zombies, soldiers, beasts, etc.) slug it out for a little respect. See the hysterical results of these epic battles and learn how to use these creatures to your best advantage in our "Magic: Monster Mash." Get exclusive Lord Of The Rings coverage in our Two Towers Big Movie Issue! Our ultimate "Lord of the Rings Nitpicker's Guide" covers both the films along with the Decipher card game. Learn why Sauron orcs won't be in "The Two Towers." Review specific details in the films like, Legolas' walk above the snow in the Caradhras scene and how the Cave Troll was different from the book. We run through everything and point out all the things you might have missed. Yu-Gi-Oh! is red hot! Get the latest on Magic Ruler coming from Upper Deck. Check out our complete Yu-Gi-Oh! card price guide and complete lists of all the Yu-Gi-Oh! CCG cards sets that have been released. Plus, trace the latest price changes! Get this crucial Yu-Gi-Oh! preview information ONLY in InQuest Gamer! This month's specialty price guide focuses on Lord of the Rings collectible card game. See complete lists—every single card!—for Decipher's three existing Lord of the Rings sets, plus a full checklist for the new Two Towers expansion! Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh and Mage Knight price guides. InQuest Gamer is THE ONLY MAGAZINE THAT FEATURES THE MOST COMPLETE MAGIC PRICE GUIDES and resources to put you at the top of your game. Magazine (LOTR cover) $4.99 WIZARD POSTERMANIA 2003 48 posters featuring your favorite comic book characters by today's hottest artists! Wizard's annual PosterMania is back with yet another astounding collection of super-cool posters to cover your walls. This year's PosterMania 2003 will feature your favorite comic characters, like Wolverine by Frank Quitely, Battle Of The Planets by Alex Ross, Daredevil/Elektra by Greg Horn, Sojourn by Greg Land, Ultimate Spidey by Mark Bagley, Fathom by Michael Turner, Brandi of Liberty Meadows by Frank Cho along his original Wolverine/Phoenix cover. John Cassaday's fantastic Captain America and Avengers covers will also be here. Look for both of the amazing covers to the Spider-Man Special and Wizard #131—The Truth by Joe Quesada! These superstars are joined by other artistic giants like Andy Kubert, J. Scott Campbell, Ed McGuinness, Phil Noto, Bart Sears, Mike Mayhew, Dale Keown, J.G. Jones, Mike Avon Oeming and many more! Some of these posters have appeared as Wizard: The Comics Magazine covers, some were commissioned as Wizard covers but never saw print, and still others are exclusive preview posters of the hottest new comic book properties that will be coming in 2003! Don't miss this red-hot art special from Wizard Special! Magazine $4.99 WIZARD EXCLUSIVES TRANSLUCENT SHINING GUNDAM TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE This limited edition Gundam figure is sculpted in translucent plastic and features over 14 points of articulation. This figure was originally offered in ToyFare magazine and comes with two swords, replaceable hands, and an extra head from Bandai. Complete your Mobile Suit Gundam collection now with this figure in an exclusive collector box. Figure PI FANTASTIC FOUR #48 WIZARD ACE EDITION This Wizard ACE features the very first appearance of the both the SILVER SURFER and GALACTUS in this immortal comic tale by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Current Fantastic Four artist Mike Weiringo illustrates a dramatic all-new 2-part acetate cover featuring the F.F., the Surfer and Galactus. In addition to the classic tale that no comic collection is complete without, this limited ACE Edition will feature additional pages with a special Twisted ToyFare Theatre comic strip. FC $13.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WIZARD TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE COLLECTERS EDITION VOLUME 2 By overwhelming popular demand, Wizard Entertainment presents the second TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE trade paperback! This 104-page book collects more of the best and funniest episodes from ToyFare magazine's monthly Twisted Mego Theatre (TMT) comic strips. In addition to the 14 strips re-presented here, this book will feature the Top 10 Most Violent Moments that were edited out of ToyFare magazine. See these scenes as they were originally photographed. Seth Green, star of Austin Powers, writes the introduction to this landmark collection.If you loved the first Twisted ToyFare Theatre trade paperback, you'll flip for this volume! Prestige Format. SC, 7x10, 104pg, FC $9.99 O/A BEAUTIFUL KILLER #1 Jimmy Palmiotti the co-founder of Marvel Knights and editor of Just A Pilgrim joins animator Phil Noto for Black Bull's newest high action series — Beautiful Killer. Meet 19 year-old, Brigit Cole, the albino daughter of two expert secret agents and begin her exciting adventure lavishly painted by Phil Noto, best known for his fantastic painted covers to Birds Of Prey and Codename: Knockout. Noto is joined by writer/creator, Jimmy Palmiotti (21 Down/The Resistance), and cover artist Adam Hughes (Wonder Woman). FC, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.99 ********************* WIZARD AUTHENTIC AND DYNAMIC FORCES XIN #1 DF/WA BLUE FOIL EDITION SIGNED Signed by writer Erik Ko! A jam-packed adventure series kicks off right here and Wizard Authentic is proud to offer an exclusive Blue Foil Edition! From the high grounds of an ancient land, a lone warrior fights to regain his place among the gods. This is Xin, who ran from his respected duties only to return and lay claim to the major seat of power. His former allies, the 8 Saints, and the one who replaced him block his way. The fate of the world hangs in the balance of their battle! KEVIN LAU pencils and co-plots with Udon Studios' Erik Ko scripting along with Jay (Noble Causes) Faerber; colors and backgrounds by Udon's Omar Dogan and lettering by Comicraft. The MSRP on this bad boy is $29.99, but we're offering it at an "Introductory Price" of just $16.99 until December 31st! FC MSRP: $16.99 GI JOE: FRONTLINE #1 DF/WA BLUE FOIL CGC GRADED EDITION The awesome first issue of the G.I. Joe: Frontline series by Larry Hama, Dan Jurgens and Bob Layton is available with a special Wizard Authentic Blue Foil Cover and slabbed and certified by CGC! CGC Graded 9.6 Edition PI CGC Graded 9.8 Edition PI ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1/2 SIGNED Signed by Artist and Marvel Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada! Limited to only 99 in the world! FC $69.99 COMICS SECTION A1 OREGON PUBLISHING KAMEELMAN #1 by T-Bone, Ron Randall, & James Taylor Zack Zielger is Kameelman. Created by the evil fertility specialist, Doctor Gor Menchin, Zack is the first transgenic clone concocted from a cocktail of chameleon and human genes. Zack has the unique ability to morph his physical characteristics to look like a different human –– just like a chameleon does in his environment –– to hide his real identity. But Zack goes far beyond the physical to also assume the feelings and emotions of the person he morphs into. Everyone has been picked on, whether by the bully at school, by a big brother, or by the pest in the next cubicle. See how maturely — or immaturely — Kameelman handles it as Zack, along with his teammates, springs into action to fight social injustice! Kameelman is a hero with a role rather than a hero with a goal. Cover by David Hahn. b&w, 32pg $2.99 AAA MILWAUKEE PUBLISHING ARSENIC LULLABIES #4 JANUARY 2003 This is the king of all funny books. If you haven't tried it yet, this is the perfect issue to get on board. In this exciting episode, the tooth fairy and her hired thug roam the backroads to collect children's teeth by any means necessary. A man with no skin tries to work as a receptionist, and many others. b&w, 24pg $2.65 AARDVARK VANAHEIM CEREBUS #285 by Dave Sim & Gerhard Latter Days: Part 20 (of 35) "Still Chasing YHWH IV: The Final Chapter"—"Dazzling!" "Invomparable!" "The funniest Cerebus in years!" Just a few of the unsolicited comments received from a bunch of comic book journalists that were put up in a four-star hotel and piled with free food and alcohol on the recent press junket celebrating Cerebus' 25th anniversary issue! The countdown to issue 300 (March, 2004) continues… t-minus 15 and counting! b&w, 24pg $2.25 ABSENCE OF INK COMIC PRESS FORLORN FUNNIES #3 by Paul Hornschemeier In this second chapter of "Mother, Come Home," a father and son, both trying to cope with the untimely death of the family's mother, are separated when the father is forced into a mental institute by the boy's uncle. The boy's world sinks deeper into a cartoon-ish fantasy as he devises a plan to escape and take his father with him. His escape brings him, garbed in a lion mask, to the darkest points of his father's asylum. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.95 ABSTRACT STUDIO STARS OF THE MONTH STRANGERS IN PARADISE VOLUME 11: BRAVE NEW WORLD TP by Terry Moore This new trade paperback collects issues #44, 45, 47 & 48, and completes the "Tropic of Desire" story from the previous collection, Tropic of Desire. (STAR16218) SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $8.95 STRANGERS IN PARADISE VOLUME 3 PART FOUR HC by Terry Moore The latest edition in the Complete SIP Deluxe Hardcover Series is the sixth book in the series collecting issues #39-48 (excluding #46), the entire "Tropic Of Desire" and "Tropic of Cancer" story arcs! A special color section features the original cover art for every issue, plus notes, illustrations and writings by Moore during the making of the book. (STAR16262) HC, 7x10, 192pg, PC $39.95 TERRY MOORE'S PARADISE TOO! VOLUME #1: DRUNK DUCKS TP by Terry Moore From the bizarre world of SIP creator Terry Moore comes the first collection of his cartoon series, Paradise TOO!, collecting the first seven issues. (STAR16325) SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $15.95 ******************** AC COMICS FEMFORCE #118 Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of AC Comics with its most successful title, Femforce! As Dr. Mara delves into Synn's diminishing/expanding intellect, fantastic forces snatch the Girl From LSD into the far-flung future where, if you can believe it, "Synn Saves the Solar System!" by Bill Black and guest starring The Starmasters. After sucking soul energy from countless lost beings, the monstrous Kraken awakens and rises from the deep sea depths to ravage the planet. Only Nightveil, sorceress supreme, and She-Cat, feline cat goddess, stands in its path to block its conquest in the cataclysmic climax to "The Curse of the Kraken" by Tony Bruno and Scott Nemmers. There's at lot at stake but our gals won't disappoint their palpitatin' fans! Also available in a Special Edition version, featuring the addition of a 16-page section that includes scads of sexy pin-ups and the textual account of how Bill Black created Synn and the Femforce, profusely illustrated with art and photos! This Special Edition is signed by Bill Black and Mark Heike and bagged with a color min-poster of Ms. Victory by Jackson Guice. REGULAR EDITION—b&w, 44pg (Note Price) $6.95 SPECIAL EDITION—b&w, 60pg $9.95 GOLDEN AGE TREASURY VOLUME 1 TP AC introduces a new bookshelf-format title to showcase their industry-renowned, top quality vintage reprints. This landmark first volume celebrates the diversity of comic's formative years. This volume starts off with Simon and Kirby; an interview with Joe Simon himself, and features on Fighting American, Boy's Ranch and Bullseye, plus reprints of Captain 3-D and The Black Owl! Then, it's Western comics from Al Williamson, Dick Ayers, and John Severin, on The Cheyenne Kid, The Haunted Horseman and The Latigo Kid respectively! See Captain Flash, The Green Lama, Mr. Scarlet, Blue Bolt, The Yellowjacket, Miracle Man, Bulletman, and Spy Smasher! Plus: Ibis the Invincible, Son of Sinbad, Frankenstein, The Black Ace, Nyoka, and more! Stories featuring the art of Will Eisner, Joe Kubert, Dan Barry, Kurt Schaffenberger, and a dozen other greats. Plus, a text feature on British comic book great, Denis McLoughlin. SC, 240pg, b&w $29.95 BEST OF THE WEST #33 Zorro, legendary masked avenger of Old California, crosses swords with the fat sergeant to learn the secret of "Garcia's Package!" by Warren Tufts. The Durango Kid comes knocking at "The Mansion of Murder!" by Fred Guardineer. Foul murder lurks, and the shadow of a killer falls across the Haunted Horseman when "Terror Travels North!" by Dick Ayers. Tom Mix solves "The Doctor's Dilema!" by Carl Pfeufer. Redmask of the Rio Grande dares to challenge the "Terror Over The Border!" by Frank Bolle! b&w, 44pg (Note Price) $6.95 COLLECTIBLE CLASSICS PACK #1 Golden Age fans will love the variety in this fascinating conglomeration including some of the most unique characters and stories of the 1940's. Includes Matt Baker's The Phantom Lady and Sky Girl, Charles Biro's Little Wise Guys, and rarely-seen super-heroes like The Ghost, The Eagle, Flagman, and The Dart; Nina Albright-drawn costumed heroines Miss Victory and Black Venus; Spy-Smasher, Cave Girl (by Bob Powell ), The Purple Claw, Jungle Jo, Frankenstein, and The Mysterious Traveller. Contains one copy each of Young Hero #1, Men of Mystery #'s 33 and 34, and Good Girl Art Quarterly #'s 15 and 16, all bagged together. Pack (x5), b&w $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN GOLDEN AGE MEN OF MYSTERY DIGEST SPECIAL #1 This special-format annual features 12 full vintage Golden Age stories, including three adventures of M. E.'s The Avenger, all drawn by Bob Powell, two stories starring Holyoke/Tem's Cat-Man and Kitten, including the origin and first appearance of Kitten, and the origin of Cat-Man; four tales of Harry "A" Chesler's Rocketman and Jetgirl, a pair of Bill Ward-drawn Bulletman mysteries, and a Powell Strongman story. SC, 8x6, 120pg, b&w $15.95 ACG COMICS WARRIORS TP cover by Sam Glanzman A wonderful collection of classic Charlton Hercules stories from the brush of Sam Glanzman. Starts with the origin and work its way up to the Battle of the Gods. As an added bonus, a Joe Staton and a Ditko story are included, plus an early Robin Hood story from Sam himself. SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $11.95 TERRY & THE PIRATES 3 GENERATIONS COLLECTION Get three generations of Terry & The Pirates, including the origin of Terry, The Dragon Lady. Five issues by Milton Caniff, the three George "Charlton" issues and the full set of the New Terry & The Pirates by Hildebrandt. Pack, b&w $49.94 SHOTGUN HARKER #1 A special collector's edition of the very first adventures of Charlton's longest running Vietnam War series. Shotgun Harker and Chicken. Taken from the original film, reprints include the origin, as well as some stories never before printed. Best known for Fighting Five, Montes and Bachle shine in this wonderful collection. b&w, 64pg $5.95 STAR WESTERN #11 Another Masked Man issue. Included is ACG's Hooded Horseman, Charlton's Gunmaster, Masked Rider, and much more. Also included is a John Hart Bio and photo cover. b&w, 64pg $5.95 VENGEANCE SQUAD #1 The elite special force is back in print. See the wonderful stop action crisp art by comics' Milton Caniff Pete Morisi (Pam). Truly a special collection combining three issues of the Original Vengeance Squad. Men with a mission and great art from the Charlton collection. b&w, 64pg $5.95 ACTIVE IMAGES OFFERED AGAIN O/A HIP FLASK: UNNATURAL SELECTION Comicraft's critically acclaimed Hip Flask: Unnatural Selection is available again for those who missed out on this summer's sleeper hit! Described by Cinescape as, "the most fully-realized sci-fi reality this side of nightmares since H.R. Giger!" and by 4Color Review as, "the best art of any book released this summer, and quite possibly the whole year!" Hip Flask: Unnatural Selection has also been named as one of the Top Ten books of the year by U.K. style magazine, The Face. The story of the origin of Hip Flask is brought to you by Richard Starkings, Ladronn, and Joe Casey. Covers by Ladronn, Joe Madureira, J Scott Campbell, and Ian Churchill. FC, 32pg $2.99 *********************** HIP FLASK: UNNATURAL SELECTION CD-ROM Now available on CD-Rom! Check out the book that everyone's talking about — as it was meant to be seen –– widescreen! Yes, those awfully nice chaps at Comicraft have put together a CD-Rom version of their smash hit comic book, Hip Flask: Unnatural Selection. Available for Windows 95 or higher and Mac OS 8 or higher, the Hip Flask CD-Rom features the entire comic in English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian, and allows readers to Zoom in to 200% on any panel and see all the detail! Many panels have additional artwork not seen in the printed comic! Includes all four covers, plus the digital ashcan and flash movie trailer in a handsome DVD case! Read the story, take it all in, and study the artwork as you've never been able to before! CD Edition cover by Nathalie Gavet. CD-ROM $29.95 HIP FLASK: UNNATURAL SELECTION T-SHIRT It may not be bulletproof, but the Hip Flask: Unnatural Selection tee provides excellent cover! Screen-printed in white on a black Hanes Beefy Tee, the front of this shirt features the Elephantmen from Hip Flask by Ladronn and the legend "There is nothing like a man for bringing out the animal in an animal" on the back. XL-XXL $19.95 AFTER HOURS PRESS VISUAL REFERENCE FOR COMIC ARTISTS VOLUME 2 CD-ROM All new photos! New models! The VRCAV2 is a CD-ROM (PC or Mac) containing over 500 original photographs created specifically for the needs of comic book artists. Included are photos of new male and female models set in dynamic heroic poses, with dramatic lighting; posed with guns, weapons, and other objects that allow an artist to get perfect perspective and anatomy. Other shots include straight-on, birds-eye, worms-eye, etc., plus hundreds of useful photos of everyday objects like vehicles, New York City buildings, nature, and more. There are also useful facial poses of people kissing, drinking, and smoking. Many of the photos featured in this volume were created based upon the recommendations of professional comic artists who used Volume 1. "I wish I had this disk when I was first starting out. This is perfect for aspiring artists and professionals working on a monthly book." -Jimmy Palmiotti, artist, writer, editor CD-ROM $10.00 AIRSHIP ENTERTAINMENT STAR OF THE MONTH GIRL GENIUS COLLECTION VOLUME 1 TP by Phil & K. Foglio, P. Foglio, Snoddy & McNabb Adventure! Romance! Mad Science! Meet Agatha Clay, Transylvania Polygnostic University student with the drive to create… and the worst luck in the world! This collection reprints issues one through three of Phil & Kaja Foglio's "Gaslamp Fantasy" series, and includes eight pages of bonus color material — all in a large art-book format. (STAR16193) SC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $10.00 ******************* AIRWAVE COMICS MR. MAGOO'S CHRISTMAS CAROL COMMEMORATIVE COMIC #1 The world's most lovable, nearsighted old man, Mister Magoo, made his first on-screen appearance in 1949. Since then, he has appeared hundreds of times in theatrical cartoons, full-length movies, and television. Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol is the first- ever animated special produced exclusively for television. Originally aired on NBC-TV in 1962, this delightful program remains a staple of all-time-favorite holiday specials. To commemorate the fortieth anniversary of this landmark program, NBC-TV will air Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol this holiday season. Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol Commemorative Comic Book contains the following stories and editorial features: a 24-page comic-book adaptation of Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol; an eight-page "behind-the-scenes" comic strip showing "deleted" scenes; a four-page "History of Mr. Magoo" including original character designs, listing of Magoo's appearances in animation, comic books, and more; an eight-page reprint of a classic Mr. Magoo comic-book story from the 1950s; a four-page preview of Nub-Nub, The Christmas Elf comic book; an afterword by an animation artist that contributed to Mr. Magoo. Also available as a limited edition, which is packaged with the official 60-minute DVD containing the original television classic with special DVD features including instant chapter access, interactive menus, a history of Mr. Magoo in film and television, and the classic animated short, "Mr. Magoo Meets Gerald McBoing Boing." REG.––FC, 48pg $7.98 DVD ED.––FC, 48pg w/DVD $22.98 EL MUCHO GRANDE #1 by Yambar, Broderick, Wheaton, & Kazaleh Mucho Grande was so huge as a newborn that it took two women to birth him into our world. Now, after 80 years of fighting monsters, aliens, madmen, and those sexy vampire and zombie women, the 1 1/4 ton masked muscle mass has left the ring and has headed north. His destination: Wisconsin. But before he can settle into his new trailer park headquarters, El Mucho Grande must travel to Saturn, battle the gods of Asgard, and rumble with giant Japanese monsters off the coast of Florida. How else can he and his meat-eating chuppacabra prove that they are worthy to become citizens of the United States? If you dig the adventures of Santo, Blue Demon, and other B-Movie heroes then you're gonna love El Mucho Grande! He's the next big thing! b&w, 48pg $5.95 STACY WALKER "THE GLEN KEEPER" LIMITED EDITION SIGNED LITHOGRAPH Supermodel Stacy E. Walker and artist Alex Horley share a passionate vision of art and imagination that has put their collaborations in high demand amongst collectors around the world. This litho was specially designed by Alex and Stacy as a special tribute to Gene Simmons of KISS, to thank him for all his support and will be prominently featured in the second issue of Gene Simmon's Tongue Magazine. This lithograph is limited to 800 and comes either signed or unsigned. Print measures 18" x 24". (CAUT: 2) Lithograph, 18x24, FC $35.00 AIT/PLANET LAR THE ANNOTATED MANTOOTH TP by Matt Fraction, Andy Kuhn, & Tim Fisher They say the star that burns twice as bright burns half as long. In the case of Rex Mantooth!, he burned five or six times as bright for, like, ten minutes or so. Ape Super-Spy Rex Mantooth blazed across three stories to inexplicable critical acclaim. These blistering bits of nonsense are now lavishly collected with corrected and re-toned art, the official text, covers, essays, scripts, annotations, pinups, and more. Featuring a foreword, a preface, an introduction, and publisher's note by some of comics' most notable luminaries and more exclusive material than anyone can possibly imagine. The Annotated Mantooth is exactly like a DVD about a museum that's full of monkey comics about stuff that 'splodes and dudes gettin' kicked… just not round, or shiny. SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SKY APE TP Kirk Madge isn't just another six-foot gorilla with a taste for Michelob, Armani suits, and authentic Texas barbecue — he's Sky Ape, the jetpack-propelled millionaire crime-buster who doles out whuppings like the President hands out free cheese. If you dig action, adventure, and a full-day's supply of obscure pop-culture references, saddle up with Kirk and crew. (STAR12686) SC, 7x10, 128pg , b&w $12.95 SKY APE: WAITING FOR CRIME TP by Amara, McCarney, Russo, & Jenkins Fed up with saving the world, Kirk Madge –– also known as Sky Ape, millionaire gorilla and freelance detective –– doffs his jetpack to become a certified public accountant. But as the malevolent force known only as O'Donnelly's Roofing sets the world teetering on the brink of destruction, you can bet it won't be long till Kirk stops crunching numbers and starts bustin' heads! (STAR14669) b&w, 56pg $6.95 ***************** ALABTROSS EXPLODING FUNNY BOOK THE GOON #3 by Eric Powell It's the first annual Goon Christmas Special entitled "The Goon, A Christmas Story." This replaced their first title of "The Goon, A Nondescript, Politically Correct, Winter Holiday Festival of No Religious Intent Story." b&w, 24pg $2.95 ALTERNATIVE COMICS MAGIC WHISTLE #8 by Sam Henderson Glistening and fresh from the success of Magic Whistle #7 and this year's earlier Magic Whistle #6, Sam Henderson brings you... Magic Whistle #8! The latest edition of this multiple Harvey and Ignatz-nominated series, has more of the gags and strips you've come to love, and the lead feature "Night of the Chug-bot!" Sam Henderson is a comic genius and is still one of the funniest cartoonists working today, no doubt about it. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 GOD HATES CARTOONS DVD The first-ever collection of its kind! God Hates Cartoons brings together 20 cartoon shorts from some of the most original voices in alternative comics and animation today! The stellar lineup includes includes Jim Woodring (Frank), Tony Millionaire (Sock Monkey), Kaz (Underworld), Sam Henderson (Magic Whistle), Ivan Brunetti (Schizo), Mark Newgarden (Garbage Pail Kids), Walt Holcombe (Poot), Tim Maloney (Underwear Girl), Lance Myers, and more! You'll see mechanical birds, unruly cats, unnecessary surgery, high-sea high jinks, bizarre and religious visions, freaks, lunatics, and much more! We've gathered the most nefarious animations and the debut of new works to bring you a DVD compilation you can't find on TV, in a theatre, or anywhere else. Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Bonus Material includes Creator Bios, Comics, Galleries, and Hidden "Easter Eggs". DVD keep case with full-color insert with art by Tony Millionaire. (Produced by Bright Red Rocket.) DVD $25.00 AMAZE INK/SLG PUBLISHING Amaze Ink HALO & SPROCKET T-SHIRT designed by Kerry Callen Spirituality, logic, and real-life all come together peacefully on this Navy blue, 100% cotton shirt! A two-toned image of Halo, Sprocket, and Katie adorns the front, while the logo spans across the back. All-new art by critically acclaimed series creator, Kerry Callen. (CAUT: 4) S-XL MSRP: $17.95 XXL MSRP: $18.95 Slave Labor GLOOM COOKIE: A MONSTER'S CHRISTMAS COLOR SPECIAL by Serena Valentino & Breehn Burns Join GloomCookie's Monster for a hauntingly cute full-color holiday special! The poor little Monster is on Santa's "bad list" due to his voracious appetite for young boys and girls, but desperately wants Santa to visit him... Spend a sad and lonely evening with the Monster as he tries to draw Santa's attention with elaborate Christmas decorations on his roof, waiting for Santa to bring him some yummy gifts to fill his monster-sized stocking! This special issue also contains a back-up story about Lex, GloomCookie's feisty-but-lonely heroine. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.95 STARS OF THE MONTH GLOOM COOKIE TP'S by Serena Valentino & Ted Naifeh Volume 1 collects GloomCookie #1-6 (illustrated by Ted Naifeh), Volume 2 collects issues #7-12 (illustrated by John Gebbia). Both volumes feature sketches, Lex's dictionary, and more from this popular gothic soap opera! MATURE READERS VOL. 1 (STAR12671)––SC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w $18.95 VOL. 2 (STAR16290)––SC, 7x10, b&w $16.95 *************** LITTLE GLOOMY ADVENTURES #1 by Landry Walker, Eric Jones, & Rusty Drake This full-color special collects rare Little Gloomy stories from Disney Adventures Magazine in comic book form for the very first time! In "The Witch's Cauldron," an old friend with evil intentions pays Gloomy a visit — can Gloomy combat the relentless evil of dozens of tiny, purple cats? Then in "The Curse of the Mummies," Mummy falls dangerously ill, and the one thing that can save him is a rare tea, grown only in the forbidden city of Mummyville! What vile fate awaits those who trespass into this mysterious land? Featuring an introduction by Disney Adventures Magazine editor Steve Behling. FC, 24pg $3.95 ANNABELLE STUFFED DOLL designed by FSc Annabelle, the adorable-but-eerie doll from the pages of Nightmares & Fairy Tales by Serena Valentino and FSc, can now be yours to love and cherish… and to frighten icky people away! The doll measures 19" long, wears a tattered white dress, striped stockings, faux-patent leather shoes, and wears a pretty red bow in her purple hair. Comes packaged in her very own coffin shaped box! (CAUT: 4) Doll MSRP: $28.95 STARS OF THE MONTH CHARM SCHOOL VOLUME 1: MAGICAL WITCH GIRL BUNNY TP by Elizabeth Watasin Collecting the first three issues of Charm School and the story, "The Wrecking Faerie," which introduced the dark and gorgeous faerie, Fairer Than. Also included is the first appearance of Bunny the Teen Witch from Action Girl Comics, and an all-new Bunny & Fairer Than story called "Radiate." (STAR16236) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.95 JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC HC––-NEW PRINTING by Jhonen Vasquez Slave Labor reprints the popular Johnny the Homicidal Maniac hardcover collection for the latest members of this rising star's fan base! (STAR12966) HC, 7x10, 168pg, b&w $35.95 JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC NEW PRINTINGS by Jhonen Vasquez #5 (STAR14548)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 #6 (STAR14549)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 SOMETHING AT THE WINDOW IS SCRATCHING—NEW PRINTING by Roman Dirge Lenore creator Roman Dirge's collection of "children's tales for disturbed children," filled with his haunting and amusing imagery in classic storybook style! (STAR10104) SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $9.95 SPARKS: AN URBAN FAIRY TALE GN by Lawrence Marvit Lawrence Marvit's critically acclaimed series is presented in the graphic novel format he always envisioned! Containing all five original issues, plus 170 pages of all-new, unpublished material! This modern take on Pinocchio comes with an introduction by writer, artist, and animator, Paul Dini. (STAR16261) SC, 440pg, b&w $35.95 SQUEE #4—NEW PRINTING by Jhonen Vasquez (STAR14182) b&w, 24pg $2.95 ***************** STAR OF THE MONTH WHERE'S IT AT, SUGAR KAT?: THE THIN OF THE LAND TP by Ian Carney & Woodrow Phoenix Collecting the hit mini series! Sugar Kat, the most popular girl in the world, and her overachieving sister Rebecca, investigate a series of hobo disappearances in the small town of Bumrush, PA. Can our girls stop the undead before they resurrect an army of vampires to dine on Middle America? Plus: An unpublished 16-page Sugar Kat story and a new interview with Carney and Phoenix! (STAR16266) SC, 7x10, 104pg, b&w $12.95 ******************** ANARCHY STUDIOS XIN: LEGEND OF THE MONKEY KING #2 by Lau, Faerber, & Udon Studios The hottest new adventure in comics continues! Xin must face a furious retribution for the evils he has caused. And his fight is up against... the Five Fairies? But Xin, the greatest warrior his world as ever known (or should know!), comes to the conclusion that you cannot judge a fairy by its cover. It's an elemental battle that ends in the hands of Sanzen, the young master who has been patiently watching Xin's destruction. Kevin Lau pencils and co-plots with Udon Studios' Erik Ko, Jay Faerber (Noble Causes) scripts, with colors and backgrounds by Udon's Omar Dogan and lettering by Comicraft. Regular cover by Kevin Lau and limited edition cover by Mike Avon Oeming (Powers). Limited to 1,500 copies. LAU CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 OEMING CVR.—FC, 32pg $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPI PEWTER FIGURINE Missed out on the highly sought after Vampi statue? Then do not miss your chance to get this beautiful 4 ½" tall Vampi pewter figurine! Each is hand cast in the finest grade of white metal pewter, the Vampi mini pewter figurine stands 4 ½" tall. Comes complete with base and collector's box. Available in an unpainted chrome version with her holding a sword and a special edition, which is fully hand-painted with her holding the laser rifle. CHROME––Figurine $39.95 PAINTED––Figurine $49.95 O/A VAMPI #4 DELUXE EDITION by Lau & Finch From the vault of Anarchy Studios, and available for the last time. Vampi #4 features a variant cover by one of the hottest artist in comics, David Finch. Limited quantities of the 1,500 remain. FC, 32pg $9.95 ****************** ANTARCTIC PRESS DRAGON ARMS #1 by David Hutchison In the tradition of Lord of the Rings, Bastard!! and Dark Angel comes the ultimate tale of swords and sorcery! Millennia ago, the Dragon Kings held the world in their iron grip. The most powerful warriors waged a final battle against these monsters and freed humanity. Now, a new breed of warriors must destroy the corrupt heroes of old, who have become as hideous and tyrannical as the kings they once overthrew! Five legendary heroes have been assembled by the ancient wizard Anrack, who instructs them in the use of the Dragon Arms — powerful and ageless weapons. But even new blood and steel may not be enough to topple the indestructible might of timeless masters of death! b&w, 48pg $3.95 GOLD DIGGER #38 by Fred Perry With Gina captured by Dreadwing, the Lich King is ready to take the next step in his plan and restore his undead form to life. But before the Lich King can send Brendan after the last spell component, Brendan runs off on his own to follow a personal agenda: revenge! He finds Jetta and Thabian's home, and in the dead of night takes their children captive. Brendan's true target, however, is Jetta, and his hostages are actually bait for a trap, a trap designed to pull Jetta into the abyss forever! FC, 24pg $3.50 HOW TO DRAW MANGA COMPILATION VOLUME 3 TP The blockbuster instructional series from Antarctic Press continues to be in high demand — so much so that they're doing a third informative collection! The manga masters at AP dig up another gold mine of valuable instruction in assorted aspects of the manga medium, 128 more pages worth brought to you by such stellar talents as the Godfather of American Manga, Ben Dunn (Ninja High School, Marvel Mangaverse), multitalented creator/illustrator/animator Fred Perry (Gold Digger, Legacy), Eisner/Ignatz nominee Rod Espinosa (Courageous Princess), American manga sensation David Hutchison (Dragon Arms, Ninja High School), and legendary creator and illustrator Joe Wight (Twilight X). Learn the rules of the school from the people who built it! For anyone who missed out on issues #9-12 of the regular series, this is your chance to catch up on those missed lessons! Antarctic's How to Draw Manga books have all been selling out quickly, so reserve your copy now! SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $17.95 KILLBOX #1 by Brian Denham No fuel, no supplies, no luck. A Marine Corps M-1 tank is trapped behind enemy lines. Four brave men and 60 tons of American steel must break out of the Killbox! Sgt. Lalone leads his crew across the hellish Iraqi desert — swarming with Russian armor, mines, and tank-killers — determined to get through… or get some before he goes down. He must choose between destroying a main enemy supply line or rescuing two U.S. missionaries fleeing the desert carnage. Can he jeopardize thousands of American lives for the sake of the two women? The "tip of the spear" has gone too deep, and even the awesome power of the tank and the souls of iron within won't be enough to see home again! But the enemy has a tiger by the tail, and the gods of war will take a heavy toll. Story and artwork by Marine Corps veteran Brian Denham (The Darkness, Evil Ernie, The Undead). The Technical Advisor is an active-duty Marine tank instructor at Ft. Knox, so this book will be dead-on accurate. b&w, 32pg $5.00 LUFTWAFTE 1946 #4 by Ted Nomura & Various The main feature, Tigers of Luftwaffe: Rocketmen, involves the development of the world's first operational rocket fighter unit, the JG400. In Luftwaffe: 1946, Mika faces Condorcet again, and this time she's ready to use his weakness to her advantage by sending her special SS shock girls to his base in Milano, Italy to steal his special B-29! In Tigers of Terra, Captain Estes orders her Force-H space fleet to destroy the Southern Alliance space fleet in order to prevent it from being surrendered to the Viragonian empire! All this, plus additional works by Magnette of Belgium and the Miranda/Mercado team of Spain! b&w, 48pg $5.95 MANGAZINE #39 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 — and more! — makes Mangazine the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired adventures in America! Wrap it up in a spectacular cover by Brian Denham (Killbox), and you've got Mangazine! Squarebound. SC, 7x10, 100+pg, PC $8.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #101 by Robby Bevard & Katie Baer Consider everything else a prologue. Yumei Katana, a ninja in training, learns of an assassin who's out to kill her. He's a master of both samurai and ninja skills and is totally unstoppable. Fortunately, he's blind, so he has no clue what she look like! On top of that, Yumei's classroom has turned into a "blackboard jungle," with punks and ne'er-do-wells blackmailing her teacher. The girls in her class live in fear under the tyrannical rule of Akito, the demon boy. (He's not really a demon, honest!) Poor Yumei is also accosted by a confused god of rain, a master video gamer, and a deceptively ordinary girl who runs a restaurant — but has a dark, dark secret. One or all of the above have fallen madly in love with Yumei… who's just trying to get through the day! Your problems simply pale compared to hers! b&w, 32pg $3.50 WARRIOR NUN AREALA #13 by Craig Babiar "Dissension" Part 3—The hunt for Areala continues as Father Crowe and the remaining Magic Priests close in on her, even as she continues to cause mass destruction throughout St. Illumine's church due to the side effects of Seethe's techno virus. At the same time, Father Gomez desperately seeks the aid of the church's supercomputer, Gabriel, to find a cure for the virus that has all but consumed the rest of Areala's humanity. Unfortunately, the cure he finds might heal Areala, but could cause the demise of a brave Magic Priest willing to forsake his life to save hers. b&w, 24pg $2.99 ARCADE COMICS ALIAS: AGENT BRSITOW #0 by JJ Abrams, Andy Park, & Rob Liefeld Alias creator/director/producer JJ Abrams makes his comic book debut with the original series based on the hit ABC television program. Agent Sydney Bristow finds her way into new covert missions, high adventure, and deep conspiracies in two tales with art by Andy Park (Tomb Raider) and Rob Liefeld (Youngblood). As a special bonus, a host of comics creators provide an all-star pin-up gallery. Available with a standard art cover, photo cover, deluxe foil photo cover, chromium cover, and a remarked and signed art cover edition. ART CVR.––FC, 32pg $2.99 PHOTO CVR.––FC, 32pg $2.99 DLX. FOIL PHOTO CVR.––FC, 32pg (CAUT: 2) $9.99 CHROMIUM CVR.––FC, 32pg $14.99 SGN. & REMARKED ART CVR.––FC, 32pg $49.99 YOUNGBLOOD: BLOODSPORT #1 LIMITED EDITIONS by Mark Millar & Rob Liefeld The first issue of the smash hit by Mark Millar (The Ultimates, Authority), is now available in this special format featuring new black-and-white cover art by Rob Liefeld. Limited to only 500 copies, this book comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and comes bagged and boarded. Also available as a signed and re-sketched edition by Leifeld. LTD. CVR.––FC, 32pg $19.99 SGN. & RE-SKETCHED CVR.––FC, 32pg $49.99 ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE #531 by Greg Crosby & Stan Goldberg "My Pal Reggie": Reggie figures out a nasty new way to get under Archie's skin –– by not being nasty at all! Can Archie handle Reggie's newfound "kindness" or will it drive him bonkers per Reggie's plan?! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #66 by George Gladir & Rex Lindsey "The Big Show": Wax those hoods and polish those hubcaps –– everyone in Riverdale is out to win the big prize money in the local auto show! Mr. Lodge's Doozenbird is a favorite of course, but watch out for tricky Tex Rex –– he's got enough devious schemes to fill the state of Texas! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE DIGEST #195 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 BETTY #121 by Kathleen Webb & Stan Goldberg "And Her Name Was Alice": Betty's sister Polly and her brother Chic return home to Riverdale –– which can only mean intrigue since he's a government agent and she's a top investigative reporter! And the reason they're in town? A mysterious new transfer student named Alice! What kind of secret could a sweet teenage girl possibly hold? You won't believe the answer! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA #183 by Various "So Cool They're Hot" (by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz): Given a rare opportunity to see their favorite Icelandic band, Betty packs her warmest clothes for the trip... wait till she finds out they're not performing in Iceland! "Cozy Campground" (by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz): Too cold to camp out in the winter? Not if you're Veronica Lodge! With climate-controlled room temperature, heated pool, indoor trees, and stars painted on the ceiling, it can snow all it wants outside! "Smelling the Roses" (by George Gladir & Jeff Shultz): Betty and Veronica go to the mountains hoping to relax and smell the roses –– until Veronica fractures her leg on the slippery slopes! "Object of Affection" (by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz): Veronica shudders at the notion that Jughead's pranks may actually be a sign of affection and decides to be as obnoxious to him as possible –– as if she isn't already! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #135 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $2.39 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #112 by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty and Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $3.59 BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #58 by Dan Parent "Switching Places": In this spoof of the popular TV show, "Trading Spaces," Betty and Veronica are given two days each to redecorate each other's bedrooms! But are they just out to makeover their rooms... or makeover each other, too?! You don't need a TV to learn the answer –– just pick up this colossal comic! FC, 32pg $2.19 JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #180 by Various If you think Archie gets into trouble on his own, check out the action when he teams up with Jughead! Featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #91 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 $3.59 LAUGH DIGEST #181 by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #72 by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $3.59 SABRINA VOLUME 2 #40 by Holly Golightly "Spell Trouble": Worried about the lackadaisical way she's casting her spells, Sabrina's aunts have no choice but to enroll her in Spelling School! FC, 32pg $2.19 SABRINA VOLUME 2 #41 by Holly Golightly & Bill Golliher "Sabrina, Who?": Sabrina learns to be careful what she wishes for when she wishes she wasn't part of the Spellman family! Now she must find a way to reverse the spell and help both Salem and an enchanted squirrel at their transformation hearings! FC, 32pg $2.19 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #118 by Various "Robotnik Returns" (by Benny Lee, Steven Butler, & Jim Amash): Robotnik returns? Weren't he & Snively destroyed last issue? Well, unless you missed it you know they downloaded themselves into new bodies. Sonic and the Freedom Fighters are ready to "receive" the fiends but there's an unexpected side effect: Sonic & Tails find they've reversed roles with Robotnik & Snively as they turn mecha and the villains are now human! "Heart to Heart" (by Karl Bollers, Ron Lim, & Pam Eklund): That's exactly what St. John and Hershey have... but can it change decisions they've made that will radically change their lives forever? "Ultimate Power, Part 4" (by Ken Penders & Dawn Best): It's a literal fight to the finish as Knuckles takes on Mammoth Mogul in this climactic battle! Featuring a rollicking cover by Spaz and Ribeiro! FC, 32pg $2.19 VERONICA #135 by Dan Parent Bedside Manner": In bed with a bad cold, Betty asks Veronica to sub for her as a nursing home volunteer. At first the seniors are happy to have someone give them make-up and fashion tips, but a little Veronica ultimately goes too far! Will the seniors need a diversion from their latest diversion?! FC, 32pg $2.19 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARCHIE COMICS FUN PACKS Due to many requests, these affordable fun-packs of Archie-published titles are available once more. Each features at least two fun-filled, full-color, 32-page Archie titles for the perfect reading value! ARCHIE FUN-PACK (x2) $2.49 BETTY & VERONICA FUN-PACK (x2) $2.49 CHERYL BLOSSOM SUPER-PACK: ORIGINAL MINI-SERIES (x3) $3.59 CHERYL BLOSSOM SUPER-PACK: CHERYL'S NEW JOB (x3) $3.59 STAR OF THE MONTH THE SHIELD: AMERICA'S FIRST PATRIOTIC COMIC BOOK HERO TP by Various Relive the early days of comics' first super-patriot — a hero with great power, strength, and courage who donned the colors of the American flag, lived for democracy, and protected the world from foes of freedom! No, it's not who you think... it's The Shield! Leaping from the pages of Pep Comics #1 in January, 1940, The Shield bested his better-known counterpart by over a year. This historic edition reprints his first eight stories from Pep and Shield/Wizard Comics, including his first appearance and origin, along with the covers of the comics in which they originally appeared. Featuring a foreword by Golden Age comics' historian, Robert M. Overstreet. Cover by Stephanie & Mark Heike. (STAR16002) SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $12.95 ***************** STARS OF THE MONTH SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FIRSTS TP by Various Included in this slick volume are: "Don't Cry For Me, Mobius!" (by Michael Gallagher & Scott Shaw!): The first Archie- produced Sonic comic story, originally published in Sonic The Hedgehog #0 and the Sonic The Hedgehog #¼ ashcan! "Rabbot Deployment" (by Michael Gallagher & Dave Manak): The first comic book appearance and origin of Bunnie Rabbot from Sonic The Hedgehog #3! "Lizard Of Odd" (by Gallagher & Manak): The first time in comics that Sonic is transformed into Super Sonic, from Sonic The Hedgehog #4! And "This Island Hedgehog" (by Mike Kanterovich & Ken Penders, and Dave Manak): The first comic book appearance of Knuckles, originally presented in Sonic The Hedgehog #13! Prestige Format. (STAR06846) FC, 48pg $4.95 ******************** ARCHIE AMERICANA SERIES TRADE PAPERBACKS Archie Andrews made his debut in Pep Comics #22 in 1942, and for over 60 years, the light-hearted and comedic exploits of Archie and the gang have entertained generations of readers. More than simple high school high-jinx, Archie Comics also commented and reacted to the pop culture and fads of the various eras. Archie Comics' Archie Americana Series collects some of the best adventures of America's oldest comic book teenager! Perfect for any age! BEST OF THE 40s (STAR11042)—SC, 7x10, FC $11.95 BEST OF THE 60s (STAR01270)—SC, 7x10, FC $9.95 BEST OF THE 80s (STAR13520)—SC, 7x10, FC $10.95 BEST OF JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS VOLUME 1 TP Grab yourself a backstage pass and rock around the globe with the greatest all-girl band the world has ever known! Witness the group's formation and the first time they wore their cat suits! Travel to Tinseltown as the girls shoot their first movie! (STAR13522) SC, 96pg, FC $10.95 ************************* ART ATAK PRODUCTIONS VESIL VOLUME 2 #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 ASTONISH COMICS AWESOME MAN #1 by David Oshima & Joe Mateo A pilot. A fireman. An astronaut. These are some of the things that kids wish to be when they grow up. For Joey, it is his favorite fictional superhero, Awesome Man. In admiring his strength and power, Joey lives and breathes all things Awesome Man, and daydreams about his adventures constantly. Then one evening, Joey's childhood changes forever when his pretend world becomes reality, and his fantasies unexpectedly come true. Astonish Comics invites you to come join us for the beginning of an "awesome" adventure with the new full color, all ages book from the team of writer David Oshima and creator Joe Mateo. All presented in the true Astonish Comics' "animation way" style! FC, 24pg $2.95 ASYLUM PRESS THE VAMPIRE VERSES #3 by Frank Forte Angelika battles the vicious street gang known as the Splatterpunks in the back alleys of New York. Swill, Straightedge, and Nefarai give the heroine the fight of her life. Angelika's journey continues to The Flamingo Club where she questions a pimp named Sharkey about her killer. The Splatterpunks again intervene and chaos ensues as the club is turned into a bloody battlefield. Lord Vaa'd and his high priest, Athonokus, discuss the future and what their arcane magicks can bring to the battlefield against the rival factions of vampire growing to oppose them in New York's subterranean caverns. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ATOMIC BASEMENT ENTERTAINMENT MAC AFRO "DANGEROUS CANDY" SIGNED & NUMBERED LIMITED ART PRINT by Rafael Navarro Funkdify any wall in your house with this beautiful, vibrant piece by award-winning artist Rafael Navarro (Sonambulo), featuring Candy Kane dressed to thrill and ready for action! This piece is limited to 500 copies, each individually signed and numbered by Navarro, artist on next year's Mac Afro one-shot! (CAUT: 2) Print, 17x22, FC $12.95 AUTUMN PRESS COMICS MONSTER CLUB #1 by Kit Wallis & Richard Emms Monster Club... a club you won't want to join, but one you'll want to be part of! This brand new, full-color monthly comic of moody, monster mayhem and madness will have you coming back for more, with the dynamic manga-esque art style of Kit Wallis! Cardstock cover and full gloss interior. FC, 32pg $3.50 AVATAR PRESS WARREN ELLIS' BAD SIGNAL TP by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows Collected for the first time, this graphic novel features the Bad Signal columns profusely illustrated with dozens of stunning new illustrations by celebrated artist Jacen Burrows. Warren Ellis's e-mail column shows that he is a modern master of the short form essay as his biting wit makes even the most esoteric of topics must reads. Ellis describes the work as "Bad Signal is me on the move, emptying my head of thoughts and shoving them into a handheld computer with a wireless modem plugged into it, so that I can instantly bug four thousand people with useless email from public toilets all over the world." SC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w $6.95 ENNIS & MCCREA'S DICKS 2 #4 by Garth Ennis & John McCrea We have long known those deviantly twisted ballocks, Garth Ennis and John McCrea, hold little sacred, yet nothing else has ever been so foul as this issue! Imagine if a Godzilla-like lizard and a King Kong-like gorilla went at it in the middle of Belfast! Now imagine if they were gay. Oh yes, the most prized of icons are defiled in this insane conclusion to the most offensively entertaining series in all of history! It is up to Dougie and Ivor to save the whole human race, which pretty much means we are dead ducks. But we'll die laughin'! Keeping proud traditions alive, this issue is also available in an amazingly offensive cover! MATURE READERS REG. CVR.––b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $3.50 OFFENSIVE CVR.––b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $3.95 ENNIS' & MCCREA'S DICKS 2 #1 CONDOM COVER Now available in Previews for the first time, you can buy the legendary limited edition Dicks 2 #1 Condom cover that features an all-new John McCrea cover and comes polybagged with the actual Dicks condom! This special edition is limited to just 2,000 copies. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $6.95 WARREN ELLIS' SCARS #2 by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows Warren Ellis serves up his long-awaited brilliant crime opus, Scars, with the stunning art of Jacen Burrows (Dark Blue, Bad World)! John Cain is a hard man. Years of working Homicide would do that to anyone. But when he has to tell a family about the horrific death of their daughter, it becomes emotionally overwhelming. Today, he found out the young girl was tortured, mutilated and beaten for weeks on end, and somehow still alive when the killer disassembled her to fit into boxes. It was the first crime from a man teaching himself to become a monster. And he liked it. Cain will find the killer using any means necessary. And the killer will not get away with it. Whatever happens. How much of a monster do you have to become to hunt monsters? A crime novel in six issues by Warren Ellis and Jacen Burrows. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $3.95 WARREN ELLIS' STRANGE KILLINGS: THE BODY ORCHARD #6 by Warren Ellis & Mike Wolfer Warren Ellis and Mike Wolfer blow the doors off this all-action final chapter of Body Orchard! As SAS team Alpha One Four closes in for a mass attack on The Pentagon, with the full backing of a ruthless SAS high command that wants America to stay scared, William Gravel must enter the weird mystical martial forest of The Body Orchard to take out his own excomrades, or else no one on the planet will be safe... and he'll end up with four bullets in his brain. Available in Regular and Wraparound cover editions, both by Mike Wolfer. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $3.95 JUNGLE FANTASY #1 by Al Rio & Juan Jose Ryp Clear the way for powerhouse artist Al Rio to return to Avatar interior art with this story introducing the new characters he developed, the Vixens! Set on a planet populated by all the ages of dinosaurs, two young women find themselves trapped in a time long lost. This special first issue also features the fan demanded return in Fauna with art by amazing newcomer Juan Jose Ryp. Your every jungle fantasy is finally granted, with this new ongoing series! Wall-to-wall jungle girl action awaits you with nothing but the greatest artists of the female form! Available with covers by Al Rio, Juan Jose Ryp, Carrie Hall, a wraparound cover by Sean Shaw, and a nude cover edition by Al Rio. NOTE: The nude cover edition is not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. MATURE READERS RIO CVR.—b&w, 32pg $3.50 RYP CVR.—b&w, 32pg $3.50 HALL CVR.––b&w, 32pg $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.––b&w, 32pg $3.95 RIO NUDE CVR.––b&w, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 THRESHOLD #48 DEMONSLAYER CONNECTING COVER by Marat Mychaels, Dan Parsons, & Ivan Abraini Marat Mychaels and his creation, Demonslayer, continue her extended run in Threshold with some unusual demon trouble. It seems that the Roman Catholic church has some unexpected visitors underneath Vatican City and Jaclyn may be the only one who can help. But when her old foe Irkala turns out to be behind it all, the sparks really start to fly! Marat Mychaels' Demonslayer has been heating up the pages of Threshold for the past several issues. Now available for the first time is each chapter of the Demonslayer saga in this special connecting cover. There is one of these connecting covers on each of the first six issues of Threshold with Demonslayer that are all beautiful works of art on their own, but combine to create one huge image! This special edition is limited to just 750 copies. b&w, 48pg $5.95 SHI: POISONED PARADISE #1 PRISM COVER by Billy Tucci & Karl Waller This limited prism foil edition ships bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. Poisoned Paradise is the first of Billy Tucci's all-new stories of Shi through the ages and is set in the Feudal times of warlords, samurai and wandering Ronin. After a vicious sword battle, an injured Shi is taken in by a small village to recover. But there will be little time for rest as Shi must defend these innocents against an incoming samurai army! The time period is brought back to life with the luscious artwork of Karl Waller and vibrant colors by Nimbus. This prism foil edition is limited to just 400 copies. FC, 32pg $12.95 TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH #1 STRIKE COVER by Matt Martin & Tim Vigil Matt Martin brings on the carnage in this special new cover! Fans of horror rejoice, because Vigil is back and better than ever! Nina has a special place in the evolutionary ladder, she is the bridge between the alien Spidernation and humans. And her choices can help determine who controls the globe in the next century. Biologically part of both worlds, but not fully embraced by either, she is torn between the desire to help the Spidernation expand and the human's quest to rid the world of the greatest predators the Earth has seen! This special edition is limited to just 1,000 copies. b&w, 32pg $5.95 GOON #1-3 BAGGED SET by Eric Powell Eric Powell's crazed humor series has won fans over for years. Now, the Goon is back and now you can get his early adventures in this bagged set of all three issues of the first Avatar series from several years ago! Set (x3) $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WARREN ELLIS' BAD WORLD TP by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows Warren Ellis and Jacen Burrows, the creative team of the critically acclaimed Dark Blue, bring to life this sick descent into the foulest reaches of the world in which we live. It is a world of beauty in the eyes of many, but to bleeding-edge writer Warren Ellis, it's a world filled with evil, sin, decay, and filth. A "Bad World" indeed. Told in a unique format of text and illustrations, 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. This collection of all three issues also features a gallery of the stunning artwork of Jacen Burrows and a new introduction by Warren Ellis. (STAR16317) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $10.95 DEMONSLAYER VOLUME 1 TP by Marat Mychaels The entire pre-Avatar Demonslayer saga is now available in one volume! Collected within are all six of the original Demonslayer issues published by Image Comics (including the ultra-rare #0), all in one mammoth, 160-page volume! The start of Marat Mychaels' breakout series is not to be missed; from her origin and boyfriend getting turned into a demon, to the breach of Hell itself. (STAR15430) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $19.95 ****************** Tidal Wave Studios OFFERED AGAIN O/A ATLAS #1A by Darren Davis & Mark Brooks From the pages of The 10th Muse springs Atlas! After commanding the Titans in their war against the Olympians, Atlas was forced to hold up the heavens on his shoulders. His life was a tragic story of a lone God fighting boredom on Mount Olympus. However, monitoring the Earth from above, Atlas watched as the planet changed, and witnessed the emergence of super- powered beings donning capes and tights. Growing restless and craving adventure, Atlas decided to take the world in his hands… becoming one of the Earth's newest heroes! Learning the superhero game is not going to be easy for him, as Atlas fights against one of the oldest superpowers in history! The 10th Muse makes an appearance to help Atlas in his first solo adventure, and thankfully, Atlas has help from the newest TidalWave sensation, Judo Girl! Cover by Christian Gossett FC, 32pg $3.50 O/A BLACK TIDE #1A by Debbie Bishop & Mike S. Miller The critically acclaimed super-spy story, Black Tide, relaunches at Avatar in a new ongoing series with continuing art by Mike Miller (Superman)! As operatives of a Special Ops unit called Deceivers, super-terrorists and wanted criminals were no match for them. Now, as unseen evil works against them and dangerous enemies resurface, three conflicted heroes must choose sides in a fight for their lives. A Black Ops mission turns out to be a trap when one operative is exposed to a deadly biochemical agent. While our three heroes face an evil new opponent who uses their fears against them, two other villains have conspired to destroy them. Cover by Andy Park. FC, 32pg $3.50 O/A THE ODYSSEY #1A by Various The entire TidalWave universe comes together for an amazing series that shines the spotlight on the characters that you demanded to see more of! Every member of the superhero group that was introduced in The 10th Muse #1 will be featured in this self-titled series called The Odyssey. The series features many characters that needed extra pages to tell their tales, from Orion the Hunter and Ares, to Judo Girl and Medusa. The Odyssey will feature the hidden gems of TidalWave in their own adventures! Also included in the series is a "Who's Who of the TidalWave Universe." Several amazing comic book artists are making their mark on the TidalWave universe, and we can't wait until you see the amazing new work from industry pros like Norm Breyfogle and Craig Rousseau, and talented newcomers such as Sean Murphy, Patrick Blaine, and many more! Cover by Roger Cruz. FC, 32pg $3.50 ******************* BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #6 by Budd Root Part Two of Meriem's expedition into the bowels of hell! Alone in what can only be called "monster heaven," Cavewoman faces the legendary creatures of the night, but nothing that wants to suck her blood, eat her flesh or gnaw on her bones, can compare with the awesome Werebear of hell! Meanwhile the rest of the expedition finds themselves dining with one "helluva guy" (and just wait until you see what's on the menu). This issue is literally finger licking bad! b&w, 32pg $3.25 BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL SAN DIEGO 2002 JAM BOOK by Budd Root, Devon Massey, Mike Hoffman, Dan Parsons, & Frank Cho Talk about a book stocked full of talent! This limited edition jam book was created specifically for the 2002 San Diego Comic Convention and was offered for sale only at the Basement Comics/Amryl Entertainment show booth. Fans were treated to a special book that featured four different sections by four great artists! Budd Root provides a sneak preview of his upcoming Cavewoman Prehistoric Pinups Book 3, Mike Hoffman has a four-page preview of his new book Tigress Hidden Lands, Devon Massey unveils scenes from his next Cavewoman book and Dan Parsons previews his incredible new sci-fi book Autumn Dawn! There are two versions of the show book – Version A features a flip cover with Frank Cho, Budd Root, and Dan Parsons, and Version B features a flip cover with Mike Hoffman and Devon Massey! Both versions contain all four sections, plus room for sketches. CVR. A––b&w, 16pg $5.00 CVR. B––b&w, 16pg $5.00 CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #5 RED FOIL COVER by Budd Root This super-limited foil edition of Pangaean Sea #5 continues Meriem's adventure in New York. Limited to only 350 copies, each accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Bagged and boarded. b&w, 32pg $11.50 BALLAD OF UTOPIA #5 by Barry Buchanan & Mike Hoffman Utopia heats up as deputy Sam David and bounty hunter Brigham Love take on the corrupt cadets of the Kurtzburg Juvenile Workcamp for Betterment and Reform! Meanwhile, simple-minded Birdy is slowly driven mad by a possessed owl, a shocked Johanna uncovers what her husband Captain Hale has really been painting, and the desert erupts in a bloody battle royale. The mysteries thicken in the weirdest Western tale you'll ever read! b&w, 24pg $2.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S SEA LAIR PRINT by Mike Hoffman A beauteous and scantily-clad figure of a woman emerges from a hidden portal carved from a rocky cliff face, flanked by two killer cats as an angry ocean roars around them. An astounding mood combined with flawless craftsmanship –– the latest in a series of fine art prints by the modern master of fantasy! This high-quality 11" x 17" print is limited to only 500. Print, 11x17, FC SRP: $16.00 OCTAVIA #1 RUBY RED FOIL COVER EDITION by Mike Hoffman Octavia is Mike's red-hot new creation! Watch the beginning adventures of this mysterious white-haired beauty in the dungeons of the Marquessa Octavia's remote Spanish castle. Limited to only 250 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg SRP: $11.50 BIG UMBRELLA EL MUERTO AZTEC ZOMBIE #1 by Javier Hernandez, Michael Aushenker, Rafael Navarro, & Rhode Montijo In this premier issue, Javier Hernandez introduces you to El Muerto, the Aztec Zombie! When Diego De La Muerte is abducted by the Aztec god of Death, trouble befalls the hapless hero. Turning 21 on the Day of the Dead may not be all that it was cracked up to be! Included with the 32-page origin story is an amazing pin-up gallery, a three-page Elastico story, and other surprise features! Guest contributors include: Michael Aushenker (El Gato, Crime Mangler), Rafael Navarro (Sonambulo), and Rhode Montijo (Pablo's Inferno), who provides a beautifully painted cover. b&w, 48pg $3.95 BLACK LIBRARY WARHAMMER MONTHLY #62 The action-packed Warhammer Monthly returns, crammed full of explosive strips, features and a whole lot more! The awesome Lone Wolves continues at breakneck speed with the swarming Tyranids pressing home their tireless assault against the battle-weary Imperial guardsmen. Dan Abnett (Legion & X-Men) and Karl Richardson continue to set the standard! Also in this issue, Dan Abnett teams up with Colin MacNeil (Judge Dredd, Batman & Predator) to recount the tale of the Warhammer and its bloody journey through the epic battles across the Old World and mercenary Hellbrandt Grimm continues his brutal adventures across the Empire! b&w, 40pg $3.50 DAEMONIFUGE VOLUME 2: THE LORD OF DAMNATION TP by Rennie, Richardson & Quilliams Ephrael Stern — Sister of Battle — Daemonifuge. Is she a tainted soul… or a living weapon against the dark forces of Chaos? Once again she is being hunted, but this time pursued by her would-be saviors and the staunchest defenders of humanity — all convinced of her evil! As she gets ever closer to her inescapable destiny, a final, desperate showdown looms! With art by Karl Richardson & Chris Quilliams, and scripted by Gordon Rennie (Missionary Man and Glimmer Rats), this is one story not to be missed! SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $10.95 THE REDEEMER TP by Pat Mills & Debbie Gallagher The dank Necromundan Underhives have long been known as a safe hiding place for heretics, mutants and the general scum of the Imperium. That's all set to change as Klovis the Redeemer and his brutal gang of Redemptionists begin their wrathful crusade to convert the unbelievers or kill them trying! Presented in awesome full-color, The Redeemer is an action-packed adventure with a dark vein of humor, scripted by Pat Mills (Marshal Law, Nemesis the Warlock and Slaine) and Debbie Gallagher (Slaine, Batman). SC, 7x10, 104pg, FC $14.95 WARHAMMER MONTHLY #63—CHRISTMAS SPECIAL From the insane ramblings of the madman comes the giant Warhammer Monthly Christmas Special! The worlds of fantasy and science fiction collide, leaving your favorite Warhammer characters as you're never seen them before! Don't miss Ephrael von Stern — Sister of Sigmar, Ulli & Marquand of the Penal Legion, Bloodquest with a twist and many, many more! Plus, there's a fantastic mix of strips, features and a whole lot more! As well as a double cover featuring stunning artwork, this issue is even longer than usual, allowing us to cram in even more carnage, mayhem and adventure! b&w, 68pg (Note Price) $5.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ETERNAL WAR TP A bolt-blasting collection of the finest Space Marine adventures from the pages of Inferno! and Warhammer Monthly! From alien-infested space hulks to the endless killing fields on countless battlefields, the Space Marines stand at the forefront, staunchly defending humanity against the heretic, mutant, and daemon! Including high-octane carnage from Bill Kaplan and Jeff Rebner in the classic Ravenwing, and works by such mighty talents as Logan Lubera, Dan Abnett, Gordon Rennie and many, many more! (STAR15020) SC, 7x10, 68pg, b&w $10.95 ****************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A KAL JERICO VOLUME 2: CONTRACTS & AGENDAS GN Never a borrower or a lender be, especially not from Nemo, the most powerful crime-lord in the Necromundan hive city! With fanatical Redemptionists behind, a sadistic renegade in front, and Nemo's hit men all around, Kal Jerico's odds don't look good. But then, that's just the way he likes it! SC, 7x10, 68pg, b&w $6.95 ********************** BLUE LINE PRO COMICS LITTLE WHITE MOUSE: OPEN SPACE #2 by Paul Sizer "The Perfect Bubble"—Imagine a perfect world; perfect landscape, perfect weather, and a single perfect man who lives there. A man you've fallen in love with the moment you lay eyes on him. Why would you ever leave this idyllic situation? Loo must ask herself this question as her journey home takes her to a small planet whose sole inhabitant is everything she's ever desired. Will her quest to reunite with her family be replaced by her dreams coming true in this paradise, or is there a flaw in this perfect world? Open Space continues the long journey home for Little White Mouse, expanding the rich characterization and art that makes this book a critical and fan favorite. b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95 BONEYARD PRESS BONEYARD B@#CHES GONE WILD! VIDEO Forget about all those other punk publishers at the show! Boring! You need to party down with the boys and girls at Boneyard Press! This is the video diary of a Boneyard Rampage through WizardWorld 2002! Bear witness to fanboys flogged and beaten with a riding crop by latex-clad Boneyard Betties Ginger Hill and Leyla, while the Christian book publisher in the booth next to us sweats! Cringe as the Boneyard ladies make an old man get down on all fours and bark like a dog in the middle of the convention! Giggle as Hart Fisher grills the Christians! Shiver as Hart D. Fisher goes on a drunken rampage at his poetry reading, kicking chairs into fans, throwing books, and verbally abusing the president of Wizard Publishing in a string of expletives that'll make your ears melt! And what happens when a fanboy puts his hands on the master of destruction's hot Japanese wife? You've gotta buy the video to find that one out pal! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Also available in a Special Signed Edition, signed by the models and Mr. Fisher and including a bonus Ginger Hill poster in each box — limited to 150 copies! MATURE AUDIENCES REGULAR ED.—VHS $29.95 SPECIAL ED.—VHS (CAUT: 2) $39.95 BONGO COMICS FUTURAMA/SIMPSONS: SPECIAL CROSSOVER CRISIS #2 by Boothby, Lloyd, & Morrison When we last saw our fearless Planet Express crew, they were trapped in a Simpsons comic book for all eternity by the evil Brain Spawn! Professor Farnworth had been committed! Fry was trapped at Springfield Elementary School! And Nibbler, the only one holding together the delicate fabric of reality together, was having his brain lactified! Is all lost? Is there any future drama for the Futurama crew? Are they finally, truly and totally boned? Find out for yourself in the senses shattering finale of the epic we could only call… Chapter Two! FC, 32pg (2 of 2) $2.50 SIMPSONS COMICS #77 by Dixon, Blackburn, & Ortiz Sideshow Bob has been released from prison… again! This time he's embarking on a new life with a new face, but with the same goal in mind… the destruction of Bart Simpson! He could be anywhere! He could be anyone! Or perhaps he is one of three, seemingly innocent, visitors to Springfield: the new substitute teacher, the wealthy socialite, or the homeless bum from Ogdenville. It's a story that will keep you guessing until the truth is told… at the end! FC, 32pg $2.50 BON-VUE ENTERTAINMENT KOMIC FANTASIES VOLUME 3 #3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. (CAUT: 3) ADULT MATERIAL SC, b&w $6.95 BROADSWORD COMICS 3 LITTLE KITTENS #3: PURRR-FECT WEAPONS by Jim Balent "Puss & Bullets" Part 3 (of 3)—New York City and the nation hang in the balance in this Final issue of the 3 Little Kittens' mini-series! Latex Red challenges the Catress to a high heeled death match, while the rest of the kittens fight for their lives against the Satanic Cheerleaders of Doom! No more pussyfooting around! The mittens are off! This is it! Will anyone survive? Will New York Survive?! Find out in part three of "Puss & Bullets!" Shipped equally with two Jim Balent Covers! Also, note that all the Cover "B's" from the series match up for a panoramic Kitten Collage! The Deluxe Edition for this issue features the cute and clever Kitty Pop, the youngest kitten in the litter! Purrr-fectly penciled by Jim Balent, this black-and-white litho measures 6 ½" x 10" and is limited to a run of 500. REG.—FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 DLX.—FC, 32pg (3 of 3) (CAUT: 2) $19.99 KITTEN TAG Yeah, yeah, we know they're "dog" tags, but these are for Kitten Lovers! Jim Balent's 3 Little Kittens: Purrr-fect Weapons logo on one side in color and the BroadSword Girl logo (sporting kitten ears and tail), on the other side! Printed on Gold toned aluminum. Includes beaded chain. Join the Kitten feline freedom fighters and wear your Kitten tag with pride! A grrreat stocking stuffer! (CAUT: 4) Tag $6.95 TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE MOUSE PAD Here's a little springtime for your winter holiday! A beautiful image of Jim Balent's Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose as a Maypole, with flittering fairies wrapping pastel ribbons around her. This 8" x 9 ½" hard-surface mouse pad features an unedited version of Tarot's Beltane Bliss (visit jimbalent.com for an unedited version). Make your mouse happy today! Mouse Pad $19.99 BROKEN TREE PUBLICATIONS THE ZODIAC #2 by Zeller, Ryp, & Vasquez The McKinnley Brothers catch up to Jenny and Jeremy finally gets a display of the power he somehow knows he possesses. Without so much as a hint of was it to happen, Jeremy and Veronica's world is turned upside down. And the Jeremy pays dearly for the power he is to wield. Don't miss the shocking ending to the second installment of Broken Tree Publications' first super-hero title. Bi-monthly. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 BUD PLANT GLAMOUR INTERNATIONAL #25 Crimes 'n' Gals in the USA—A Pictorial History, 1930s-1960s Special price: Originally published at $39.00! Surveys the "bad girls" from U.S. comics, pulps, and paperbacks from 1930 to the 1960s. Unlike most issues of GI, this is not adults-only. Mature readers of all ages will find this a treasure trove of crime comics and sexy Good Girl art. Many paperback covers by Bob Maguire, Robert McGinnis, Ronnie Lesser, Belarski, plus most of the top pulp artists. Great color wraparound cover, mostly in color. Oversized, squarebound. 1998. Note: These come from Italy and occasionally copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Through a bindery error, pages 109-112 were never bound in but are included separately. SC, 12x12, 84pg, PC SRP: $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SANTA: MY LIFE AND TIMES illustrated by Bill Sienkiewicz Special price: Originally published at $25.00! Everyone's favorite comic book artist, unbeknownst to most fans, produced a beautifully drawn children's book, with full-color art on nearly every page, reproduced from brilliant watercolors. Santa tells all in this "autobiography": his origins, how his reindeer fly, Mrs. Claus, the elves… all those things you always wanted to know about the fat man who could squeeze into the smallest of chimneys. Santa also tells of his magical adventures in the beginning when things weren't so easy! Published by Avon in 1998. HC, 9x11, 128pg, FC SRP: $14.99 ****************** ILLUSTRATION ART AUCTION: MAY 9, 1998 SC Special price: Originally published at $24.00! Fully illustrated auction catalog from the prestigious Illustration House in New York — owned by the legendary Walt Reed — the #1 source for the finest in original drawings and paintings by American illustrators for the last 100 years. Packed with well-known artists and a wonderfully broad spectrum of work; mostly color images from illustrated children's stories, magazines, novels, comic strips, pin-ups, pulp and paperback covers, calendars, advertisements, and more. Includes rarely seen and even unpublished work by major names. Some highlights are works by Charles Schulz, Jessie Wilcox Smith, Dean Cornwell, James Bama, Bernie Fuchs, Haddon Sundblom, James Montgomery Flagg, Windsor McCay, Rolf Armstrong, Frank Frazetta and Norman Rockwell. More than 160 images! A listing of the prices realized is included with each catalog. Published by Illustration House in 1998. SC, 8x11, 162pg, PC SRP: $9.99 ILLUSTRATION COLLECTOR: SET A Special price: Originally published at $20.00 for this two-issue set! Beautiful Illustration House catalogs, these are devoted entirely to single artists. Volume #37 is dedicated to an exhibition of the works of Al Parker (1906-1985), who defined the progressive look of illustration from the 1940s through the '60s. Often imitated, he nonetheless kept ahead of other artists by continually reinventing his style, often in the same issue of a magazine! Here are 31 illustrations for Ladies' Home Journal, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan and more. Volume #38b: This volume features the work of Wilmot Emerton Heitland (1893-1969). Though trained classically, Heitland incorporated the fashionable style of Art Deco into his magazine illustrations. The striking use of bold lines and strong purples, red-violets, and blues added a fresh dynamism to his work. This showcases 19 pieces, including his masterful watercolors. Published by Illustration House in 1997, 1998. Set (x2), PC SRP: $9.99 ILLUSTRATION COLLECTOR: SET B Special price: Originally published at $32.00 for this three-issue set! Beautiful Illustration House catalogs, these are devoted entirely to single artists. Volume #32 is dedicated to the works of E.F. Ward (1892-1990), a popular magazine illustrator and cover artist for countless pulp magazines. 52 illustrations, with one study, all of which are printed in b&w except the cover image. Volume #34: The era of paperbacks and pulps prompted a new style of art — a dynamic, visceral form that warned the reader to beware, the road ahead is unknown. These bright, attention-grabbing covers were sometimes the only draw to a publication, and consequently were the leading edge in lurid, horrific imagery. This catalog presents 120 outrageous and often amazing covers by Robert A. Graef, J. Allen St. John, Rudolf Belarski, Norman Saunders, Rafael DeSoto, Jack Levine, Robert McGinnis, Willard Downes, and many others. Volume #38a features an exhibition of the works of Walter Baumhofer (1904- 1986), an extraordinarily prolific illustrator, who worked for nearly every major general interest magazine of the 1920s to the '50s. Though he spent only a brief period as a cover illustrator for the pulps, he made over 500 cover illustrations, including Ace-High, Dime Detective, and all 43 covers for Doc Savage from March 1933 to September 1936! Contains 39 illustrations, all but three in color. Published by Illustration House in 1995-96, 1998. Set (x3) PC SRP: $14.99 SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES: BRANDING AND DESIGN IN CIGARETTE PACKAGING Special price: Originally published at $29.95! For more than 100 years the cigarette industry has hired some of the world's cleverest designers to make smoking appeal to as many people in as many cultures as possible. This collection of more than 300 cigarette packs shows a startling range of images from saints to skeletons, golden bats to butterflies, tartans to top hats. Also included are chronicles of such major and minor campaigns, including oddities like Fems, Fez, and Wooden-Kimona Nails. Flavorful text explores what factors distinguish successes from flops — who smokes Life cigarettes and who picks up a pack of Death instead? What makes certain symbols universally popular? An addictively entertaining resource for designers, typographers, commercial artists, as well as collectors featuring more than 300 color illustrations. Co-author Thibodeau, now a graphic designer, is a long-time comics fan that occasionally collaborated with Jack Kirby. A great collection of images! Published by Abbeville in 2000. HC, 8x10, 144 pages, FC SRP: $14.99 BILL SIENKIEWICZ'S BIG BUDGET CIRCUS CARD SET Warehouse find! Ten-year-old 36-card set, complete in a handsome illustrated box. Still at the original, pre-inflation price! Written by Peggy Gordon and illustrated by Bill Sienkiewicz in his wild and highly detailed style. Biting political artwork and anecdotes about the most ridiculous, extravagant, irresponsible, and absurd actions of the U.S. government. A great collectible for any Sienkiewicz fan. Published by Kitchen Sink/Tundra in 1992. Card Set, FC SRP: $8.95 CARTOON BOOKS BONE LIMITED EDITION FONE BONE & RAT CREATURE BOOKENDS GIFT SET Cartoon Books presents this highly detailed set of bookends perfect for any Bone collector. These maquette-quality sculpts depict Fone Bone being chased by one of those "Stupid, Stupid Rat Creatures!" This set is a great addition to your Bone cold- cast statue collection. Each piece measures 5 ½" wide by 6" tall, perfect for your Bone library! Plus a free bonus! A hardcover copy of the first Bone collection, Bone: Out From Boneville! And a super special extra bonus: A full-color bookplate signed by cartoonist Jeff Smith! (CAUT: 2) Gift Set $199.99 CG ENTERTAINMENT Code 6 THE RED STAR VOL. 2: NOKGORKA LIMITED HARDCOVER EDITION Written by Christian Gossett & Bradley Kayl; art by Christian Gossett, colors by Snakebite This numbered edition features a beautiful all-white cover with a foil Red Star and is limited to only 1800 copies. It is a must have for the holiday season! Be sure to catch this dynamic second chapter in The Red Star epic that relates the bloody conflict of Nokgorka, a republic fighting viciously to win its independence from the United Republics of the Red Star. This leather bound, hardcover edition of the second RED STAR trade paperback is 176 pages, oversized (9" x 12"), and contains a never- before-published art page signed by the entire creative team of Goss, Kayl and Snakebite. On sale December 4 HC, 9x12, 176pg, FC $49.95 DEMON WARS: TRIAL BY FIRE #1 Story by R.A. Salvatore & Scott Ciencin, scripted by Scott Ciencin, with art by Ron Wagner and colors by Caesar Rodriguez Code 6's first DemonWars mini-series centers on one of R.A. Salvatore's most popular and enigmatic characters — the barbarian ranger Andacanavar. In Trial by Fire, we meet a young Andacanavar as he embarks on one of his earliest adventures. With his Elven-forged blade and improbable allies, the ranger fights to save a world of magic from the ravages of a DemonWar. This story by R.A. Salvatore and Scott Ciencin expands the DemonWars mythos and is a must-read for fans of fantasy's greatest modern day epic! On sale December 4 FC, 32pg (1 of 5) $2.95 CrossGen Comics CRUX #21 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Ivan Reis & Roland Paris, colors by Caesar Rodriguez The human race has vanished without a trace! Five mighty Atlanteans awaken from the sleep of ages to solve the disappearance of an entire species. But to answer this riddle, their leader Capricia must confront an invading universe of evil, and discover the shocking fate that destiny has in store for her. A hundred thousand years later and it's an Aristophanes and Thraxis rematch! While Capricia and the others are away, the legendary warrior priest of ancient Atlantis is up to no good. And only the 10-foot-tall not-so-cuddly furball from another planet can stop him! What is Aristophanes plotting and how will it change the future forever? On sale December 18 FC, 32pg $2.95 FORGE #9 Prepare for a shootout at the CrossGen Corral, courtesy of CRUX (Chapters 18 & 19)! When Zephyre and Verityn visit an Old West theme park, Gannish and Yala show up for a little Cowboys vs. Aztecs. Think Westworld meets Clash of the Titans. Meanwhile, this issue also includes THE PATH (Chapter 8), MERIDIAN (Chapter 29), SOJOURN (Chapter 15), NEGATION (Chapter 11), and ROUTE 666 (Chapters 3 & 4). On sale December 11 SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $7.95 EDGE #9 From the many hands of Ervulsh to the spooky trees that assail our cover boy Trenin, the lives of The First are fraught with many dangers! In this month's double-shot of THE FIRST (Chapters 23 & 24), Pyrem runs to Ingra's rescue. Meanwhile, we also have RUSE (Chapter 12), SCION (Chapter 29), MYSTIC (Chapter 27 & 28), WAY OF THE RAT (Chapter 6), and SIGIL (Chapter 29). On sale December 26 SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $7.95 THE FIRST #26 Written by Barbara Kesel, art by Andy Smith & Rob Hunter, colors by Sumi Pak Driven apart by immortal intrigue and titanic treachery, the rival houses of the godlike First must reunite to avert doomsday. Heirs to world-shaking power, Persha and Seahn each seek to lead the pantheon toward a glorious destiny. But will it be Persha's Golden Age… or Seahn's Epoch of Evil? The last time Ingra set foot on the House Dexter side of Elysia, it was part of a conspiracy that brought down the Golden Age of the First. Now she returns…. Will the deposed Leader of House Sinister bring doom to House Dexter from within? On sale December 4 FC, 32pg $2.95 MERIDIAN #31 Written by Barbara Kesel, art by June Brigman & Tom Simmons, colors by Morry Hollowell A princess's fairy-tale childhood is shattered by the death of her father… and a gift of terrifying power. Branded by marks of supernatural origin, Sephie and her wicked uncle Ilahn will either bring renewal or destruction to the poisoned world of Demetria. Young Sephie must now grow into the role of global savior, but will defeating her uncle cost her her innocence? Reesha makes her triumphant return to Cadador! Since she considers the island more hers than Sephie's, she'll do what it takes to knock the Sigil-Bearer from power. Ambition, charisma and a little lightning — a gift of power from one of the First — have brought Reesha to this point. Now a secret ally will help ensure she gets what she wants! On sale December 26 FC, 32pg $2.95 SINISTER MOTIVES: THE FIRST VOL. 3 TP Written by Barbara Kesel, art by Andrea Di Vito, Bart Sears, Rob Hunter & Andy Smith, colors by Rob Schwager & Michael Atiyeh Tensions boil over into open warfare as the upstart godling Seahn leads a coup against the leader of House Dexter. Will Seahn succeed, or will the red witch Ingra put down this unforeseen shift in the balance of power? Collecting issues #14-19 of THE FIRST, Sinister Motives explodes with all the passion and fury of the self-styled gods of the CrossGen Universe. Sporting a dramatic cover by Brandon Peterson, this volume marks a turning point in CrossGen's most cosmic series of all! On sale December 4 SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $15.95 NEGATION #13 Written by Tony Bedard, art by Paul Pelletier & Dave Meikis, colors by James Rochelle Trapped in a twisted universe ruled by the Negation Empire, an ordinary man named Obregon Kaine pits his extraordinary cunning and courage against the greatest foe imaginable. Escaping the prison planet was just the beginning — can Kaine's fugitives win a war for freedom when every star in the sky belongs to the god-king Charon? This is it — Kaine leads a strike directly at the heart of the Negation! It's a desperate raid on the Throneworld itself that brings our heroes face to face with Emperor Charon and his fiercest guardians. Don't miss this turning point for Kaine's hardy band of fugitives, as a year's worth of breakneck adventures come to a very explosive head! On sale December 11 FC, 32pg $2.95 ROUTE 666 #7 Written by Tony Bedard, art by Karl Moline & John Dell, colors by Nick Bell Is Cassie Starkweather a crazed killer or a psychic savior? Wanted for murder, Cassie is an escaped mental patient who claims to have uncovered a vast supernatural invasion. As she fights a lonely war to keep the monsters and evil spirits from stealing innocent souls, one question haunts her: Are the creatures she fights real… or are they her own inner demons? There's a time for running, but now Cassie must fight or die. She turns for help to the one man who may hate her more than anyone. But can Sheriff Fernandez forgive Cassie for the death of his son? Plus: meet the mysterious "Board of Directors" who will soon make Cassie's life even more of a living hell! On sale December 18 FC, 32pg $2.95 MYSTIC #31 Written by Tony Bedard, art by Aaron Lopresti & Matt Ryan, colors by Wil Quintana Beyond the Guilds, beyond magic, there lurks an even greater power bent on the annihilation of Ciress and its mystic protector. With this Key Issue, Giselle confronts the enigmatic faction bent on her downfall from the very beginning. Unlock a world of magic with MYSTIC #31, as new regular series artist Aaron Lopresti joins writer Tony Bedard on a strange new tale that will surprise long-time fans and thrill new readers! On sale December 4 FC, 32pg $2.95 RUSE #15 Written by Scott Beatty, art by Paul Ryan & Drew Geraci, colors by Val Staples In times of trouble, the city of Partington looks to its favorite son — the greatest detective ever known. But just who are Simon Archard and his lovely partner, Emma Bishop? That is the burning question behind each fantastic case solved by these stylish sleuths. In a world where a veneer of Victorian finery hides mammoth mysteries, Simon and Emma may be the biggest mystery of all. After the affair of the Wreckers, Simon and Emma return to a Partington still reeling from Malcolm Lightbourne's subterranean attack. But home is merely a stopover for our intrepid detectives. Even as they prepare for an airship voyage in search of Miranda Cross, Simon and Emma are faced with a shadowy blackmailer extorting Partington's elite. On sale December 26 FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION #31 Written by Ron Marz, art by Jim Cheung & Don Hillsman II, colors by Jason Keith In a world whose medieval culture hides its high-tech roots, a young prince fights to liberate his world. He is Ethan, scion of the Heron Dynasty, bearer of a mark that grants him unmatched power and a chance to make things right. Together with his intrepid allies, Ethan battles to free the genetically engineered "Lesser Races" and erase the scourge of slavery from his world. Regular series penciler Jim Cheung returns! A man claiming to be Bron, long presumed dead, returns to the Raven Kingdom. Is he really the missing monarch, or something else altogether? And even if he is who he says he is, will his brother Kort relinquish the throne so easily? On sale December 18 FC, 32pg $2.95 RUSE: ARCHARD'S AGENTS #1 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Mike Perkins, colors by Laura Villari Detective Comics veteran Chuck Dixon lends his talents to the world of CrossGen's greatest detective! Delve deeper into the world of RUSE with this story focusing on the many agents in Simon Archard's employ. Meet the diabolical menace of the Consortium of Aggrieved Manservants — gentlemen's gentlemen who are no gentlemen at all! On sale December 26 FC, 32pg $2.95 SIGIL #31 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Scot Eaton & Andrew Hennessy, colors by Andrew Crossley Humanity's last hope for survival is a grizzled space-soldier with a second chance at glory! After centuries of interstellar warfare, the humans of the Planetary Union have a new weapon against the man-eating Saurians. He is Samandahl Rey, galactic mercenary, who wields the world-changing power of the glowing Sigil burned into his chest. Could it be that this interspecies death-match is but a prelude for an even more momentous conflict? Sam is back, but where's The Bitterluck? Zanni, JeMerik, and both Roiyas have crash-landed on a planet somewhere on the far side of the universe. A planet inhabited by species after species of the hungriest critters alive. They're outnumbered by a global population that sees them only as dinner. On sale December 11 FC, 32pg $2.95 SOJOURN #18 Written by Ron Marz, art by Greg Land & Jay Leisten, colors by Justin Ponsor The undead warlord Mordath rules the Five Lands with a fist of iron… and sorcery most foul. Fierce and beautiful, Arwyn the archer lost her family to Mordath's unstoppable troll armies. Now Arwyn journeys in search of a mythic hero's arrow of power — the one weapon that can forever end Mordath's reign of fire! The final bloody battle for Ankhara is joined, as Arwyn, Gareth and the winged rebels confront the occupying troll army. But even if victory is achieved, can Arwyn convince the Ankharans to surrender the Second Fragment? The future of the quest hangs in the balance! On sale December 11 FC, 32pg $2.95 THE PATH #10 Written by Ron Marz, art by Bart Sears & Mark Pennington, colors by Michael Atiyeh He swore to destroy the gods he once served! The holy monk Obo-san embodied the feudal ideals of piety, honor and duty. Then his samurai brother called upon the gods to save his nation, only to be slain by to the petty, spiteful deities. Now, armed with the Weapon of Heaven, Obo-san seeks the death of the gods who betrayed him and the rebirth of his own shattered faith. While Obo-san contemplates rebellion, Wulf and Aiko undertake a perilous journey. In order to rescue Wulf's lover from the clutches of the mad Emperor Mitsumune, the pair must return to the capital of Yazaki and slip unseen into the royal palace. But they cannot begin to imagine what awaits them within the shadows… On sale December 18 FC, 32pg $2.95 WAY OF THE RAT #8 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Jeff Johnson & Tom Ryder, colors by Chris Garcia The future of a kingdom lies in the hands of the thief who stole it! Boon Sai Hong, the infamous "Jade Rat," never aspired to be more than a thief. Then he met Po Po, the wisecracking monkey master, who taught Boon the truth about the magical ring he stole, the forces of darkness arrayed against his homeland, and Boon's own destiny as the hero of his world! In another case of Boon being too clever by half, the Book of the Hell of the Hungry Dragons has fallen into the hands of Judge X'ain and the results will prove disastrous for the city of Zhumar. Meanwhile: Princess Zheng returns to her father's palace only to find treachery. On sale December 4 FC, 32pg $2.95 CHANTING MONKS STUDIOS STUFF OUT'A MY HEAD TP by Joseph M. Monks & Bernie Wrightson Horror legend Bernie Wrightson lends his nightmare-inspiring talents to this paperback anthology of short stores written by cult underground writer Joseph M. Monks (Cry For Dawn, The Night Terrors). Stuff Out'a My Head features, among others, the long-awaited original version of the story "Tokens" (originally adapted for the comic book Cry For Dawn); the revolting inner-city gang-initiation tale, "Brutal"; and Monks' latest work, "Porn," the story that will have you cringing at its conclusion. Wrightson, who has supplied illustrations for the likes of Stephen King and David J. Show novels, offers up his own full-page illustrations for each story in this 128-page anthology that's perfect for any horror buff on the holiday list! Also available in a Hardcover edition, featuring a numbered bookplate signed by both Wrightson and Monks. Limited to 1,200 copies. MATURE READERS SC––6x8, 128pg, b&w $10.95 HC––6x8, 128pg, b&w (CAUT: 4) $27.95 CHECKER BOOK PUBLISHING GROUP STAR OF THE MONTH CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER COLLECTED BEST TP One of the most popular horror movie series of all time spawned a landmark comic book anthology, which ran from 1990- 1993. Featuring short stories from some of the best in the comics industry, this series shocked and entertained fans across the country. Checker BPG collects for the first time the absolute best from this stellar series into one trade paperback collection. The stories include: "The Harrowing" Part 1 by Clive Barker and Alex Ross, "The Harrowing" Part 2 by Barker and Tristin Shane, "Wordsmith" by Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean, "Mazes of the Mind" by Mark Nelson, "To My Son" by Frank Lovece and Bill Koeb, "Death Where is Thy Sting" by Malcom Smith and Paul Johnson, "The Lesson" by D.G. Chichester and Mark Evans, "Dead Man's Hand" by Sholly Fisch and Dan Speigle, "Dead Things Rot" by D.G. Chichester and Mike Mignola, "Dear Diary" by Sholly Fisch and Colleen Doran, "The Threshhold" by Scott Hampton, "The Girl in the Peephole" by Del Stone Jr. and Marc Hempel, and "Losing Herself in the Part" by Murray/Dwayne McDuffie and featuring artwork by comics legend Gray Morrow. (STAR16237) SC, 232pg, FC $21.95 CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #116 by Strom, T. Smith, & Villagran When Elvira and Spooky Suzie face off against each other in the Supremes Court (you can't hurry the law — no, you just have to wait), they find out that the trials of horror hosts, like those of the Norse gods, involve being transported to a distant, hostile magical land and seeing who makes it back alive! This particular journey into misbehavior is titled "Trial and Terror!" and it's by Frank Strom, Tod Smith, and Ricardo Villagran. Also: Elvira is a contestant on a wacky cable game show in "Stein Full of Dough!" by Janet Hetherington, Chuck Frazier, and Louis Lachance! Elvira photo cover. b&w, 32pg $2.50 DEADBEATS #57 by Richard Howell with Ricardo Villagran The vampire Southie's got a secret — and he's keeping it bound and terrified in a cave by the beach. Meanwhile, government forces move into Mystic Grove to take charge of the initiative against the undead, while the holidays bring several town residents surprising news about their missing loved ones. It's all in "Upheavals!" — written and drawn by Richard Howell, with gorgeous embellishment by Ricardo Villagran, and featuring a torturously good cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH DEADBEATS VOLUME 1 TP by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran Five fearsome newcomers arrive in Fear City, and their first outreach is to murder four teen-agers on the beach. They're the Deadbeats, a cruel and crafty vampire gang, and their mission could result in utter destruction of the entire town! This volume collects all the vital early issues of the story, and features a foreword by Kathryn Leigh Scott, one of the stars of the original Dark Shadows TV series! Wraparound cover by Howell and Villagran. (STAR14380) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $12.95 ************************ COLONIA PRESS COLONIA #8 by Jeff Nicholson "In One Door… and Out the Other" Part 2 (of 2)—Uncle Richard barges his way into an alternate reality that Sally has accidentally swept herself, Jack and Kelsey into. While the world of Colonia has seemed devoid of any Native Americans, now our travelers are lost in the winding alleys of a grand Seminole Empire! b&w, 24pg $2.95 COMICSONE.COM BRIDE OF DEIMOS #4 by Etsuko Ikeda & Yuuho Ashibe Will Deimos ever leave Minako to live her own normal life or is she forced to watch as all of her friends and loved ones die a horrific death. This is the punishment Minako must endure for becoming the Bride of Deimos. In the first chapter of this book, Minako is transported back to the time of the Gods and through the eyes of Venus; she serves as witness to a couple's betrayal. And where adulterous deities travel, chaos is sure to follow. A severed hand, a ghost looking for love and a tragic tale of murder are awaiting Minako and her teacher when they are forced to seek shelter at an old mansion, in Chapter 2. What do the death of one fellow student and the arrival of a bloodthirsty newcomer have in common? Minako aims to find out in the final chapter of Bride of Deimos #4! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 CRAYON SHINCHAN #2 by Yoshito Usui The adventures of that mischievous five year old continue in Crayon Shinchan #2. Follow Shinchan as he discovers new things, fights with his mother, and causes mayhem at Action Kindergarten. Watch as he helps his mom cook, clean, and shop. Will Shinchan ever act like a normal five year old kid? Or will his parents realize "normal" is not in his vocabulary? Check out the hilarious mis-adventures of everyone's favorite crayon drawn kid in Crayon Shinchan #2. SC, 5x8, 200pg, b&w $9.95 HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABER #4 by Louis Cha & Wing Shing Ma The apparent forces for good are on a trek to topple the evil Ming Clan. On their journey, Pristess Ruin and her Omei Sect stumble upon an injured WuJi and new friend Spider. The two are taken captive, unable to defend themselves against such skilled opposition. But before they reach the Ming Clan a blood thirsty, vile creature has come to feast on their life's blood. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 IRON WOK JAN GN #2 by Shinji Saijyo That cocky cook Jan is back continuing his non-stop quest in being the best chef in the world. In this volume, Jan takes his first step towards becoming the world's greatest cuisine master, by entering the first All Japan Cooking Tournament. Hundreds of chefs, including Jan's uppity rival Kiriko, flock to the Tokyo Dome for the competition. Will these chefs show Jan what true flavor is? Or will he turn the tables on them and become culinary king of Japan? Remember, "Cooking is a battle!" Well, according to Jan it is. Printed in its original Japanese right-to-left format. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 RED PROWLING DEVIL #2 by Toshimitsu Shimizu Naomi is forced once again to fly as the Red Prowling Devil. The Indian air force has hired their newest killer, ensign Vishnu Samil Shin. Vishnu's goal is to become the best fighter pilot in the world. His next target? The Red Prowling Devil! In their first dogfight Naomi gains the advantage and manages to shoot Vishnu down. This only feeds his desire to kill her. How can Naomi manage her friends and love life while this new ace pilot is intent on seeing her dead? SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 STORM RIDERS GN #9 by Wing Shing Ma Epic Kung Fu actions continues in Storm Riders #9! Wind leaves the cave only to find the Flame Kylin returning — seeking shelter from the harmful rain that causes explosions on its skin. Cloud has something important to do but no one knows what it is. Sitting in a restaurant he spies the crime fighter Bu Sun, arresting three wanted men. Cloud too is wanted but Bu Sun gives him six months to take care of his "business." What is this mysterious unfinished business Cloud must attend to? SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 STORY OF THE TAO #2 by Ding Kin Lau & Andy Seto The dust has settled from the last chapter's grueling battle and Devout Shingon rises victorious. Elsewhere, Datura is trapped in a fantasy world. He finally meets Dream Taiyi, the beauty from his youth. On their journey together they come across the Dark Ghost Clan and are sealed in a false yet perfect world. Can they escape this utopia before they are trapped there forever? SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 WEAPONS OF THE GODS #5 by Tony Wong The battle for the grade-A weapons continue. Now both Snow and her new friend are being held captive by Earth Lord at his lair. There they witness the vile and grotesque process for creating Hell Clan's Demon Army. Meanwhile, Zheng Bei learns that Uncle San is aware of his secret. This knowledge immediately places Uncle San in grave jeopardy. Also, Tian and Blackheart Nan meet face-to-face. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 KAZAN VOLUMES 1-7 SET by Gaku Miyao Kazan is the story of a young boy trapped in time. He was only eight when the mysterious water demon kidnapped his best friend Elsie and destroyed his village. The only thing left was a dagger given to him by Elsie's father and a small eagle hatchling, Kamushin. Ten years have passed since the incident and he still looks like an eight-year-old boy. During his search for Elsie he meets Fawna, a magical girl who can create water from thin air; Arbey, a strange old woman who has a knack for creating explosives; and Litomo, a streetwise thief with a good heart. Their quest takes them to the legendary city of Goldene. What meets them in the city of Goldene? How is Fawna connected to this city? Will Kazan ever find Elsie and discover the mystery behind his body trapped in time? Find out in this complete set of Kazan! Set (x7), b&w (Note Price) $61.25 STARS OF THE MONTH STORM RIDERS #4 by Wing Shing Ma After Cloud is badly beaten, Wind is left alone to face the combined might of Wu Buddha, DuGu Ming, and Sword Saint. Yet more troubling to Wind than the strength of his enemies is his best friend Duan-Lang's complicity in their plot to kill him! Hop on-board this growing Kung Fu comic sensation while it's still early! With fully painted interiors and a brilliantly realized cast of hundreds, the Storm Riders adventure is only beginning! (STAR16311) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $11.95 WILD 7 #4 GN by Mikiya Mochizuki In this volume, Backfire, an explosives specialist for Wild 7 goes to report to Chief, the founder of Wild 7. Backfire observes the Chief having a secret meeting with a rival crook. Once Wild 7 hears this news, they begin to question the Chief's loyalties. Is he friend or foe? (STAR16318) SC, 256pg, b&w $9.95 WOUNDED MAN #8 by Kazuo Koike & Ryoichi Ikegami Keisuke and his squad decide to stand their ground and fight the Veterans' Army that has overrun Little Italy. After the battle, only two ex-Green Berets are left, but they seem determined to cause as much trouble for Keisuke as possible. They chase Keisuke's group onto an aircraft carrier where the final showdown between Keisuke and the Veterans' Army takes place. Can Keisuke's men defeat the brutal Indian Joe and allow Keisuke a final chance for vengeance? (STAR16321) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 ******************** COM.X CODENAME: BABETOOL TP by Deighton, Taborda & Gaitan The first-ever trade paperback collection published by Com.X! Featuring the acclaimed art and writing skills of Argentinian talents, Walther Taborda and José Luis Gaitan, and transcribed by Eddie Deighton. This is the first time this story has been seen outside of their native country of Argentina and collects issues #1 and #2, as well as the never-before-published #3, concluding the first story-arc in the Babetool series. 74 pages of story and art, plus behind-the-scenes sketch pages and exclusive full-color posters by Com.X artists and some of Argentina's leading comic talents! All presented with the usual high production values and consideration that only Com.X supply! (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 100pg, PC $12.99 STAR OF THE MONTH BAZOOKA JULES BUMPER EDITION Reprinting the first two sell-out issues of Bazooka Jules, this perfect-bound collection also includes exclusive sketches, pin- ups, and a brand new cover from upcoming star, Neil Googe! Also included within this edition: preview art from Joshua Middleton's Sky Between Branches. (STAR15174) (CAUT: 4) FC $5.99 ******************** CLA$$WAR #1 METAL EDITION Originally produced as a retailer/fan "thank you" edition in the U.K., this very rare metallic foil version of Cla$$war #1 is a must-have for fans of the series, as well as those looking for rare collectibles from hot, new talent, Trevor Hairsine. Limited to 200 copies. (CAUT: 4) FC $50.00 COM.X SAN DIEGO COMICON 2002 SKETCHBOOK Didn't make it to Comicon 2002? Don't worry! Com.X is offering it's exclusive Sketchbook through Previews for one month only! This edition features sketches from Neil Googe (Bazooka Jules), Ben Oliver (Puncture), Mick McMahon (Judge Dredd/Heavy Plant), Joshua Middleton (Sky Between Branches), and upcoming Com.X star Daniel Boultwood (Monkey-Boy and Boosh)! Limited to 2,000 copies. Also available in a signed and numbered edition, limited to 199 copies and including three creator signatures and a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) PC $15.00 PRIMAL: THE COMIC BOOK—SIGNED & NUMBERED EDITION by Uttley, Deighton, Oliver & Middleton Based on a brand-new PlayStation 2 game from Sony, this special signed and numbered edition comic is strictly limited to only 999 copies worldwide. Featuring full-color art from Joshua Middleton (Sky Between Branches) and Ben Oliver (Puncture). Each copy comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) FC, 20pg $15.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SKY BETWEEN BRANCHES #0 by Joshua Middleton This is your last chance to obtain a first printing of one of this year's most talked about comic books! Joshua Middleton's Sky Between Branches has been a sell-out in every comic book store and demand just keeps growing. Even industry professionals are in awe of this beautifully crafted masterpiece. Don't miss out! (CAUT: 4) FC, 24pg $2.99 ***************** COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND CBLDF NEWSLETTER BUSTED! #13 Three years ago Texas authorities arrested a comic shop manager for doing his job. After selling an adult manga comic book to an adult, Jesus Castillo was arrested and later convicted of promoting obscenity. The state 's reason? "Comics are for kids." Read the full, frightening story of the Fund's continuing battle to keep Castillo out of prison and defend comics' place as protected free speech in this issue of Busted! Also inside, see how the professional community is helping the Fund in feature articles about Frank Miller, Sam Kieth, Andy Mangels, and George Perez, including never before seen Perez artwork! Plus First Amendment news, convention reports, and more in the biggest issue of Busted ever! Newsletter, 24pg, b&w MSRP: $0.00 CBLDF FRANK MILLER DEFY CENSORSHIP T-SHIRT Raise a defiant fist against censorship when you proudly wear this striking new image by outspoken comics advocate Frank Miller. Depicting a fist raised against a lightning bolt on a blue 100% cotton tee, Miller's image evokes the CBLDF's unwavering commitment to keep fighting the forces who would inhibit your right to read comic books. Join the fight, wear these colors and show your commitment to defending the First Amendment in the comics field. (CAUT: 4) L-XXL $20.00 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND POSTER SET Fight for your rights with this inspiring poster series from your freedom-loving friends at the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. This set collects all four patriotic posters designed by Randy Dahlk. Censorship may be un-American, but it's still a constant threat, waiting to strike at the comics industry unaware! How can you protect your loved ones and your comics from such a dire threat? By supporting the industry's best defense, the CBLDF. Show your solidarity by proudly displaying these CBLDF posters in your shop, home, school, or office. Set of four full-color posters, each measuring 18" x 24" and printed on heavy cardboard stock. (CAUT: 4) Set (x4), 18x24, FC $34.95 COMIC CAVALCADE JUNGLE FANTASY #1/2 by Robert Lugibihl, Jack Jadson, & Al Rio This special #1/2 issue features the first appearance and story with Lorelei, an all-new jungle babe! Newcomer Jack Jadson provides the beautiful art on this all new story! This new regular series is one you won't want to miss with art from Al Rio, Ron Adrian, Sean Shaw, Juan Jose Ryp, and more! Wall-to-wall jungle girl action awaits you with nothing but the greatest artists of the female form! Available with covers by Al Rio, Ron Adrian, Matt Martin, and two nude editions, one by Al Rio and the other by Matt Martin! These special covers are limited to just 3,000 copies each! NOTE: The nude cover editions are intended for mature readers and are not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. RIO––b&w, 16pg $3.95 ADRIAN––b&w, 16pg $3.95 MARTIN––b&w, 16pg $3.95 RIO NUDE––b&w, 16pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 MARTIN NUDE––b&w, 16pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 WEBWITCH COMPANION MARTIN SKETCH EDITION by Tim Vigil & Matt Martin This very special sketch edition features an original ink Webwitch sketch on each copy and is the first ever by fan favorite artist Matt Martin! Tim Vigil's all new Webwitch series is coming soon, and this special Companion provides a special new prelude story! That's right, an exclusive lead-in to the #1 issue can only be found in this limited Webwitch Companion featuring luscious art by the one and only Tim Vigil. This book also includes a special look at the characters of the upcoming series and at the Webwitch adventures before now. All copies ship bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity and this edition is limited to just 200 copies. b&w, 16pg $29.95 COMICS CONSPIRACY GENERIC COMIC BOOK #11 by Miers, Santos, Silva, & Thomas Generic Man takes a name! This issue starts a multi-issue story arc in which Generic Man joins a superhero team. No longer a loner, he must find a name by which to distinguish himself from the hordes of superheroes already out there. Featuring the return of Bad Girl, Up Man and his Fruity Sidekick, and more costumed kooks than you can swat with a copy of Previews! If they ever stop fighting each other, maybe they can save the world… but probably not. b&w, 16pg $2.95 CPM MANGA JERRY ROBINSON'S ASTRA TP by Robinson & Cohn, Oishi, & Tanaka Astra is a beautiful, blonde interstellar princess who has never seen a man, since her Amazonian race has evolved to a point where they only bear females. Now their supply of "seed" is running out, and Astra must find a male savior...before her sisters all die out! Can Astra find the right combination of brains and brawn to repopulate her world, or will she just have to settle...like every...other...woman? MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $15.95 Manga 18 DEMON BEAST INVASION: THE ORIGINAL MANGA—BOOK ONE TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 232pg, b&w $16.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DARK ANGEL VOLUME FOUR: LEGEND OF THE SACRED BEAST TP Dark has fought and won despite the odds against him. An unlikely Phantom Saint of the Red Phoenix, he keeps getting lost and can't even spread his wings at will, but there's something about him that keeps winning him allies. Now he's got an immeasurable desert to cross before he can get to Oukoku where his destiny awaits. What mysteries await him... and just who or what is the danger known as the Gairana? (STAR16063) SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $15.95 GEOBREEDERS BOOK 4: UNFRIENDLY SKIES TP by Akihiro Ito The ongoing feud between Kagura Security and the Phantom Cats has been legendary, but the stakes are raised even higher when one of our heroes is kidnapped! Making matters worse, hostage and hijackers alike are trapped on a jet airplane that the army is trying to shoot out of the sky! Getting stuck between the government and the Phantom Cats isn't the best place for any self-respecting action hero to be! Written and illustrated by the mega-talented Akihiro Ito, Geobreeders is a high-octane slugfest that never runs short on action, thrills, and cute girls with machine guns! (STAR16287) SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $15.95 ************** CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #6 by Billy Tucci with Craig Shaw Gardner The time of Battle is upon us. Ana Ishikawa dons the ancient Kyoto armor her mother had forsaken as she attempts to halt the Nara Sohei once and for all. One by one the Nara assassins are sought out and destroyed, and Shi will finally purge New York of such bloodshed. She will duel against the leader of the black-cloaked warriors atop the Queensborough/59th Street Bridge. But Ana's best friend, the lethally beautiful Tomoe, leads the Nara. Tomoe's mantra is that of the butterfly, and she wields her bladed war-fans in a delicate-but-deadly sweep of a song. Bound by honor, a broken-hearted Tomoe must deliver the head of Shi to the ruthless Yakuza crime lord, Masahiro Arashi. Stinging rain and striking lighting slash as embattled friends clash 400 feet above the East River in an incredible dance of death. There will be only one victor, but two lives will be destroyed. The Illustrated Warrior combines the best aspects of New York Times best-selling author Craig Shaw Gardner's novelized verse and Shi creator Billy Tucci's dynamic and richly detailed illustrations. Warrior is based on the legendary Way of the Warrior story arc but with an added twist that forever alters the Shi universe we've all come to know. b&w (6 of 7) $2.99 SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #1 ANTIQUITIES EDITION by Billy Tucci with Craig Shaw Gardner Crusade offers a special limited edition "Antiquities Edition" of Billy Tucci's latest series, Shi: The Illustrated Warrior! These extremely rare editions are signed, numbered and painstakingly hand-made by Billy using premier Arches heavyweight watercolor paper. A must for every Shi collector and limited to only 99 copies! (CAUT: 4) b&w $99.00 SHI: KYOTO SOHEI COLLECTOR'S KATANA The ancient ceremonial weapon of Ana Ishikawa's Sohei ancestors is here! Each of these beautiful 39 ¼", 440 stainless steel bladed katanas are meticulously hand-crafted and coordinate with last year's Shi Tanto Dagger. This stunning sword features a tortoise shell saya (sheath) and red braided hilt. All swords are engraved with the Shi logo and limited identification number. A must-have for every Shi, Martial Arts, and samurai weapons collector! (CAUT: 4) Katana $199.00 CURTIS COMIC BARCHETTA VOLUME 2 #1 By Seongkyu Lee "Kill" is a criminal who lives to fight. "Barchetta" is the name of the weapon he has attached to his arm. He's going to need it when he's offered immunity from his crimes if he can defeat the evil pope who is reigning over the village. Because at the same time another band of people are marching into the village! A fast-paced western-style fantasy comic that will have you reeling! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 BLOODY SCHOOL VOLUME 1 #5 by Seonmo Yang & Kyongwon Yoo This is a school horror story involving vampire students. The chairman of the school, who is also a vampire, has created and fostered a group of four vampire students as the "Four Bloods." The leader of the group, Josh, is the chairman's favorite. The group's rebel, Ray, disregards the group's rules and indiscriminately kills female students for blood. When the bodies are found, the police start to investigate the school and the cases of increasing missing students. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ESP VOLUME 2 #1 by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee This is a story of super-powered kids fighting a group of evildoers who want to rule the Earth. Max is the leader of the evil group and is super-strong. But the kids under his training are getting stronger by the day. Who will have the last laugh? b&w, 32pg $2.95 ETERNAL MIRAGE VOLUME 2 #1 by Miro In the city of the Pope, 100 boys and girls comprising the Centurion System are trained to fight against an evil tribe. But the tribe invades the training ground one day and annihilates the whole Centurion System, including its leader, Irian. But one mysterious man and his assistant resurrect Irian using sorcery. b&w, 32pg $2.95 EXTREME VOLUME 2 #1 by Haeryong Chong & Ha Chae Sean is a genius when it comes to inline skating. He looks like an easy-going, care-free guy, but there is a sad secret behind this facade. He's skating to find someone. b&w, 32pg $2.95 INTO THE STORM VOLUME 2 #2 by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee Ryan is an average kid with a below-average school performance. His grades are always at the bottom. And he constantly gets into fights with others. But he's a great race car driver. His dream is to be the best. But it seems as though something is always standing between him and his dream! What's a dreamer to do? b&w, 32pg $2.95 KNIGHT GUNNER VOLUME 1 #5 by Kiho Jeon & Jeongwook Ko A legendary knight who has the gift for handling both the sword and gun! Only Isle Grindt can save Jerusalem from its tragic war. He was born and raised in Jerusalem, the "Holy Land," which has been the battleground between the Crusaders and the Natives. One group wants to revitalize the Holy Land, while the other is fighting to stay in charge! Isle's father, Philip, and uncle, Stern, had been allies and war heroes. But a certain "incident" drove them to take opposite sides of the Crusaders and Natives. Who will Isle favor? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 MINOS VOLUME 1 #5 by Jongil Kim Flying Ax invades Demons' territory in search of General Black Sword, who has a reward on his head. When Black Sword's subordinate, Lea, find out that Flying Ax is the one who had killer her brother, she attacks him. Lea with Black Sword then takes down Flying Ax. When Demons oppose Lea's decision to return to her hometown, they plot to kill her. But will her decision to spend the night in a nearby hut prevent her untimely demise? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 MOON VOLUME 2 #1 by Yoojeong Lee Earth is under the attack of aliens. And as a result, people have been relocated to live on the moon! There are three girls born on the moon on the same day, the same hour. They become members of the Pink Club. They fight against other gangs to widen their territory. One day, they will rule the moon. Or, so they think. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 PANDEMONIUM VOLUME 2 #1 by Jeongtae Lee Lemai is a bionic cyborg that belongs to CPR, which is assigned to fight a group of resistants. These resistants are beastmen, though. So CPR has its hands full! As the fight goes on with the beastmen, Lemai is getting suspicious of the real reason behind his battles! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 PSI VOLUME 2 #1 by Yongha Hong & Dongsan Kim Psi is murdered while trying to save his girlfriend. But he's been resurrected! And there is this sexy web magazine reporter that is following the mysterious serial murder cases involving PSI and others! This cyber horror masterpiece will keep you on the edge! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 SLASHER VOLUME 1 #5 by Jinwoo Lee & Chulhee Lee A brutally slashed female body is found on a rainy night near the railroad. On the chest of the corpse is an inscription "XII." A rookie cop in charge of the case, Sia, realizes that this murder is a continuation of serial killings that had stopped 4 years ago. All the victims' bodies form that case also had numbers inscribed on their chests. The nature of the killings get progressively more gruesome as the killer seems to enjoy torturing and mutilating the bodies with increased frequency. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ZERO TAKER VOLUME 1 #5 by Yoonyul Choi A neo-city jointly controlled by the U.S. and Japan must have their "creatures" destroyed! These creatures — mutant humans that resulted from an unidentified new virus—will be met by the new countermeasure, Zero Taker. The new line of defense, Zero Taker must not only save the human race from the creatures, but also face the conspirator of yet another group! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 CYBEROSIA PUBLISHING CLOCKWORK ANGELS TP by Lea Hernandez Destinies converge in 1897 New Orleans when Temperance, a magician who can read the last thoughts of the dead, and her companion Amy, who hasn't slept since she was born, are drawn into a pact between a murderer and his accomplice. Doomed by her weak heart, Amy is fated to perform a wonder to rival Temperance's feat and possibly save them all. This completely remastered edition is the second volume in the "Texas Steampunk" saga and has an all new cover as well as commentary by creator Lea Hernandez. Introduction by Warren Ellis (Planetary, Transmetropolitan). SC, 5x7, 120pg, b&w $10.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CATHEDRAL CHILD GN by Lea Hernandez What if the year was 1897, and you lived in a church in a Texas that might have been — a frontier of steam technology and old magic? For young lovers Glory and Sumner, tutors to the giant computer, Cathedral, this world is real. It's also about to end when a wish to free Glory's virtual friend, Camille, from Cathedral is granted in a way none of them expects. This new edition of Cathedral Child features digitally re-mastered art and an all-new cover and author's commentary by Eisner Award- nominated (1999, 2000) creator and YALSA Popular Paperbacks finalist Lea Hernandez. Introduction by Kurt Busiek (Astro City). (STAR16177) SC, 6x8, 120pg, b&w $10.95 **************** DANCING ELEPHANT PRESS JACK STAFF #12 by Paul Grist There is a Time Leech loose on the streets of Castletown. Has time finally run out for Britain's greatest hero? This is the last Dancing Elephant Press issue! Next month, check out the Image Comics listing for for the all-new, all-color Jack Staff! (CAUT: 4) b&w, 24pg $2.95 DEATH RAY GRAPHICS WEAPON BROWN by Jason Yungbluth He's a blockheaded, wishy-washy killing machine, and he's out to rescue his redheaded girlfriend and settle some old scores along the way! Weapon Brown is the most outrageous parody ever, spoofing Peanuts, Mad Max, Hellboy, and more! This special one-shot collects the entire "A Peanut Scorned" saga from issues #1-4 of Jason Yungbluth's Deep Fried, with new material added. Also, includes a brand new short story, "A Weapon Brown Christmas." Funny, gritty, and absolutely demented! b&w, 48pg $4.99 DEE VEE PRESS DEEVEE: MOLOTOV edited by Daren White & Michael Evans DeeVee: Molotov, Australia's top comics anthology, returns, again featuring all-new self--contained stories from some of today's most internationally successful and critically well respected creators! DeeVee: Molotov contains works from DeeVee regulars Eddie Campbell (From Hell), James Kochalka (Fantastic Butterflies) and Gary Chaloner (The Spirit: The New Adventures), Mandy Ord (Top Shelf, Wilnot), Daren White (Bacchus), and Amber Carvan (Milkbar, Silent Army), and features the international debuts of Christie McMurray and David Tang. b&w, 48pg $4.95 DEUX GRAPHICA STUDIO ASTIKA #4 by Muñoz & Mantella, & Taborda Rig and its team continue facing terrible threats. To the Gupta power and the perfect machine to kill (Aranga), the Nasticos seems to add a new model of perfect robot. But the new enemy is a being created by the Nasticos? Many surprises hope in this new chapter of best comic book style "anime". A special occasion to celebrate the new year 2101 in the Empire of India. Regular Cover by Griffo and Alternate Cover by Juanmar. FC, 32pg $2.99 GENOME #4 by Muñoz & Mantella, Rearte, & Taborda Joe Doe lives a very special celebration of Christmas in Saint Joan City. The West Coast does not offer one Christmas White, all the opposite. Colonel Yates will deal with which the called clone Joe Doe undergoes one Christmas very dark. Bonus: A Christmas Tale in charge of the tender and sweet Martin Generis! Regular Cover by Gabriel Rearte and Alternate Cover by Diego Greco. FC, 32pg $2.99 DIGITAL WEBBING OFFERED AGAIN O/A BURN #1 ONE-SHOT by Rich, Jerry, & Jimmy Ma Previously previewed in the pages of Digital Webbing Presents, Burn: Rain is the first book from the creative team at Epic Proportions Art Studio. Troy and Marlon are ambushed by their former gang members in a nightclub while the heartbroken Meiling awaits Troy's return. Love, honor, violence, betrayal and brotherhood take place in a stylish and moody gangland Chinatown. Two Variant covers, blue and red. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.50 ********************** DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS #6 by Various Acclaimed fantasy author, Michael Moorcock, along with Marvel newcomer Vatche Mavlian, gallop the Masked Buckaroo through the pages, and there's quite a posse riding alongside him in this issue! Digital Webbing's cyborg covergirl, Digital Widow, stars in her own action-packed story; Amber & Alley conclude their behind-the-scenes look at the world of costumed crime fighters; a WWII Sharpshooter sees more than his targets through his rifle's scope; the adventurous Elven girls, Arazel & Xarenia, put their "kick me" signs through their paces; and a cute little gingerbread man by the name of Gutwallow seeks a magical talisman. Wraparound cover reunites the team of Deon Nuckols (Thor), James Taylor (Decoy), and Val Staples (Masters of the Universe) for this giant-sized 48-page first anniversary issue! b&w, 48pg $2.95 GUTWALLOW #1 by Dan Berger In the first book of the new three-issue Gutwallow mini-series, the stalwart Gingerbread Man meets Miyoki, sole survivor of a Fox civilization that has just been wiped out by their warring neighbors, a mob of humans following the orders of the evil wizard Garloff the Grey. As Gutwallow befriends the traumatized Furry, his friends Leafale and J'Sika make an ally of their own — a soldier named Angus, member of the human army! The enraged Fox plots her revenge against mankind while Leafale and J'Sika struggle to find their lost companion, none other than Gutwallow himself. Medieval mayhem ensues! Also in this issue, Gutwallow's origin is told at last! b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95 DORK TOWER PRESS DORK TOWER COLLECTED VOLUME 5: UNDERSTANDING GAMERS TP by John Kovalic Expanded, and with new material, it's Understanding Gamers from Dork Tower #18, back as a full-sized trade paperback! One of the most hilarious comic books of the year just got bigger and better, with 20 more pages of "Understanding Gamers," as well as tons of never-before collected Dork Tower comic strips from dorktower.com, Dragon Magazine, Scrye, Games Magazine, and msn.com! Also includes "The Death of Gandalf, Part III" from the Dork Tower: Lord of the Rings Special, and lots of other features, as well as a complete eight-page role-playing game! "Understanding Gamers" is sure to join the rest of the Dork Tower collections as a bestseller, and just in time for the holidays! SC, 7x10, 134pg, b&w $15.99 DORK TOWER #22 by John Kovalic "DAILY CARSON"—It was only a matter of time before fan-favorite Carson the Muskrat got his own issue of Dork Tower, and look at all the Muskrat Love that needs to be spread around! Trapped in a world he never rolled up, Carson's day is a hilarious in-depth look at the character that launched Dork Tower! And keep an eye out for some special cameos! Plus, back-up features from Greg Hyland (Lethargic Lad), Rich Koslowski (The 3 Geeks), Aaron Williams (Nodwick, PS 238), and Scott Kurtz (PvP), as well as classic Wild Life strips (Carson's first gig) by John Kovalic, a free game, and a beautiful cover painted by award-winning cartoonist Steve Sack! The best value in comics just keeps getting better! b&w, 48pg $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DORK TOWER #20 by John Kovalic "GILLY'S GIANT-SIZE BOOK OF THE DEAD"—This issue is devoted to everyone's favorite Perky Goth, Gilly! Now that Matt's blurted out his feelings for her, what's a Goth to do? And how can she avoid Matt's girlfriend, Kayleigh? Spend a whole day with the princess of Perky, and put the Romance back into Necromancy. Plus, Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks, Greg Hyand's Lethargic Lad, Aaron Williams' Nodwick and PS 238, and Scott Kurtz's PvP. And don't miss the brand-new roleplaying game by James Wallis: Afterlives, a role-playing game where your dead characters take on a whole new life! A huge 48-page special issue, still only $2.99! b&w, 46pg $2.99 ********************** PVP #8 by Scott R. Kurtz Let's all go to the lobby... and get ourselves a treat! Can you survive watching the latest Hollywood blockbuster with the biggest movie geeks in the universe? Join the PvP gang as they examine our obsession with the silver screen. This month's cover presented in Widescreen (not that pathetic pan and scan)! b&w, 32pg $2.99 DRAWN & QUARTERLY COLLIER'S VOLUME 2 #2 by David Collier The weirdest member of the D&Q family, David Collier, has a knack for telling the strange-but-true stories of people. His idiosyncratic style has earned him a cult following in comics. This is pure Collier, wandering through old memories and the filthy downtown streets, in the latest in his series of biographical sketches. Collier takes us back 20 years to his rocky friendship with an old Brit punker and fellow cartoonist named Brat X, and Collier's first letter from Robert Crumb. MATURE READERS b&w $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A COLLIER'S VOLUME 2 #1 by David Collier On the heels of his recent book collection, Portraits From Life, David Collier returns with Volume 2 of his eponymous comic book series! In this feature-length story, "Dennis Was Good and Bad," Collier writes about the tragic life of an old friend. Find out why people like Chris Ware, R. Crumb, and Joe Sacco consider Collier one of the best cartoonists working today! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $3.50 O/A PORTRAITS FROM LIFE by David Collier In 2001, Collier hit his stride with this selection of biographies of outsiders: The sweetheart of the prairies becomes an Olympic champion… but fame will sour her; Grey Owl is an early enviromentalist — and an Englishman!; Canada's infamous 21 year imprisonment of an innocent young man; Collier's charmingly weird Grandfather (in case you wondering where Collier gets it from); and finally, the man who gave mescaline to Aldous Huxley and coined the word "psychedelic." "I don't think there's a cartoonist whose new work I approach with such anticipations as David Collier." -Joe Sacco (Palestine) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, b&w $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SUMMER OF LOVE by Debbie Drechsler Debbie Drechsler pens this moving story of a young girl coming to terms with her sexual identity after she moves to a new town and awkwardly tries to make friends at high school. The painful teenage experiences of broken love and alienation are eloquently explored here by Drechsler and her drawings are printed in somber hues of green and brown. This story, winner of an Ignatz Award for best series, will finally be collected together in one stunning cloth edition! (STAR16160)(CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 7x10, PC $24.95 ************************* DREAMWAVE PRODUCTIONS TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA #6 by Furman, Lee, Armstrong, Wang & Yeung Writer Simon Furman (Transformers: The War Within) and Transformers: Generation 1 artist supreme Pat Lee present a special, two-part Armada story! You'd think that Megatron — powerful beyond measure in his own right and now further augmented by Minicon might — would be content. Well, you'd be wrong. Now, Megatron is looking to forge the ultimate Minicon weapon, the Star Saber! As for Optimus Prime and the Autobots, their own Minicons are missing — and with them their only chance of survival! FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: THE WAR WITHIN #3 by Simon Furman & Don Figueroa Deep within Cybertron, Optimus Prime faces his first and greatest test: an ordeal by fire against five lethal Decepticon warriors. Wounded, on the run, Prime must plumb personal depths of strength and character he didn't even know he possessed. But even if he survives, waiting in the wings is Megatron…whose agenda is more terrifying and far-reaching than anyone had imagined! FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: PROFILE BOOK #1 by Various Dreamwave Productions brings you an amazing collection of Transfromers artwork in December. The first of four profile books, Dreamwave will deliver original art depicting only Generation One characters. Various artists, whose art you have already experienced in G1 calendars and posters, have signed on to fill the first book. This book lists the names and traits of your favorite G1 characters, and the exceptional coloring and artistic quality you have come to expect from all DreamWave products enhance simple nostalgia. We won't say you have to get this first of four profile books, you'll simply regret it. Great for the holidays as an introduction to the Transformers: Generation 1 characters, or simply as a refresher for those who were around the first time. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC (1 of 4) $12.95 ARKANIUM #4 by Lee, Easton, Thomas, Stull, & Walker Rowan and Shing, demoralized and shell-shocked after the devastating attack from Moukie and his Children of the Damned, realize that they have no time to regroup because a United Nations special-forces unit is hot on their trail. Shing's life-long friend and confidant, Sasha, is now a captive of the Children. Yet she uses her hostage situation as a way of learning more about the dark designs of Moukie and his mad lust for the power of the Arkanium scrolls. Sash uncovers the puzzle of the bizarre connection that links the destinies of Rowan, Shing, and Moukie while one member of the Children of the Damned makes his play for dominance. As Act One of Arkanium comes to a senses-shattering conclusion, secrets are revealed, ghosts from the past are resurrected, and the bounds of heroism are pushed to their ultimate limits. This is the crucial issue that propels our heroes onto the road of their uncertain fate. FC, 32pg $2.95 FATE OF THE BLADE #5 by Sarracini, Yamen, Sander, & Bergkvist Mya's runs into some of the most bizarre characters she's ever laid eyes on as she continues her journey to avenge the loss of her soulmate. Just wait until you meet...the Ladies of Eden! You'll hardly believe your eyes! But what is their plan and why do they want Mya to be involved…whether she likes it or not? The action continues in Fate of the Blade #5! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 WARLANDS VOLUME 3 #2 by Augustyn, Guerrero, & Jimenez; colored by Dreamwave Colors From the snow covered mountains in Warlands' frigid north, to the world's storm-tossed southern seas, a band of heroes struggles to come together to face the planet's greatest threat — the dark soul of Warlands itself. Threatened by the rise of these diverse heroes, this evil force summons a rag-tag army of those inclined toward darkness to its defense. If Warlands is to be exorcized of its ever-present spectre of war and death, our heroes must embark on a quest toward the light, surviving the attacks of a berserk barbarian army — and an ever-stranger array of fierce, unstoppable, supernatural monsters. FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION 1 #2—AUTOBOT COVER POSTER by Pat Lee with Rob Armstrong While all the Transformers: G1 #1 covers are now nearly impossible to find, it seems that the same plague is occurring for the #2 covers! So the folks at Dreamwave, not liking anyone to miss out, are offering it to you as a poster! Featuring perhaps the three coolest cars out there , now you can have Jazz, Prowl, and Mirage plastered on your wall at four-times the size! If you're collecting all the Transformers posters, then this one is a must-have! And if you aren't collecting them… what are you waiting for?! Poster, 26x39, FC $6.95 TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION 1 #6—AUTOBOT COVER POSTER by Pat Lee with Armstrong & Sunga Red Alert and Inferno, the saviors of the Autobot race (and the coolest looking ambulance and fire truck around!) are now available as a poster! This is one of Pat Lee's finest Transformers covers, rendered in a painted style and fully capturing the Autobots' need for restoration, this is the cover to the series finale! Get this poster now and relive the memorable conclusion to the most anticipated comic series of 2002! Poster, 26x39, FC $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION ONE 2003 WALL CALENDAR Can't get enough of Dreamwave's stunning Transformers art? Here are 12 all-new Generation 1 images, featuring art by fan- favorites J. Scott Campbell, M.D. Bright, Keron Grant, and more, plus a stunning cover by Pat Lee! Calendar, 11x12, FC $14.99 O/A TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA 2003 WALL CALENDAR It's the Armada 2003 calendar, featuring the all-new Transformers! Inside are 12 original images by some of Dreamwave's best! Having a hard time deciding between the G1 calendar and the Armada calendar? Don't lose any sleep over it — buy 'em both! Calendar, 11x12, FC $14.99 O/A TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA #2 by Sarracini, Raiz, Armstrong, & Wang With enhanced strength on their side, and visions of planetary domination on their minds, the Decepticons declare war on all of Cybertron, determined to rule the planet! Optimus Prime and the Autobots courageously try to defend Cybertron, but will they be enough to stop the Mini-Con-enhanced Decepticons?! FC, 32pg $2.95 ********************** DREAM WEAVER PRESS TALL TAILS: THIEVES' QUEST #11 by J.D. Calderon & Daphne Lage With the Great Seal now in the hands of the Kalizarians, time begins to run out for the entire realm. Silvermain is wounded thanks to a hapless scout and Raulph tries to put together his own plan concerning Prince Christian. Yet in the midst of chaos life springs anew as Pandora makes the final choice to keep the child saved from the burning inn. But will an extremely hesitant Ravenwood still be by her side? b&w, 32pg $3.50 THE COMPLETE TALL TAILS: THIEVES' QUEST VOLUME 2 TP by J.D. Calderon & Daphne Lage The adventure continues as the Ravenwood cousins join forces in their quest for the Seal of Iberion and unwittingly end up in the center of an escalating war! While we discover more facts about our heroes, their loves and pasts come together to create turmoil and tragedy. Collects issues #5-9 of the epic fantasy. SC, 7x10, 148pg, b&w $14.95 DYNAMIC FORCES DF THOR 40TH ANNIVERSARY 10" BIG BUST Presented in his classic costume — and just in time for his 40th Anniversary! — The Mighty Thor rests atop a base inscribed with the image of his mighty hammer, Mjolnir! Standing 10" tall from the base to the tip of the wings atop his helm, Thor is steeled for an unseen foe; the essence of the mightiest warrior in the Marvel Universe, captured here by sculptor Tony Cipriano and paint-mastered in vivid detail by Dan Lane! The MSRP on this beautiful bust is $99.99, but since it is Thor's 40th, Dynamic Forces is offering this piece at the special "Introductory Price" (until December 31st) of just $89.99! Limited to just 1,962 production units in the world (the year of Thor's debut in Journey into Mystery #83), this is an awesome deal on an awesome bust — don't miss out! (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Bust $89.99 DF GRAY HULK 40TH ANNIVERSARY BIG BUST Bruce Banner, a man of science, caught in the heart of a Gamma Bomb blast of his own creation. Reborn as The Incredible Hulk! Now, the Hulk is reborn once again, as this massive, incredible "Big" Bust, released in time for 40th Anniversary of the gray-skinned goliath's first appearance! The "Gray" Hulk, who, along with his massive build and strength, maintained his intelligence and awareness, as well as a hatred for most things human (including Bruce Banner), sits in a contemplative pose atop a mound of discarded books. Yet the one he holds in his massive hands seems to have captured all of his interest… an apropos piece by Robert Louis Stevenson entitled "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde!" Designed by Pablo Viggiano and Juan Bobillo, sculpted by Pablo Viggiano, and painted by Alejandra Jorquer, the Gray Hulk "Big" Bust stands over 8" tall and 9" from front to back! Strictly limited to just 400 production units in the world, this 40th Anniversary Bust will truly be the centerpiece of your collection! (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Bust $295.00 DF THE LEADER 40TH ANNIVERSARY 8-INCH BIG BUST Appearing way back in Tales to Astonish #62 and #63, "The Leader" went on to establish himself as one of the Incredible Hulk's deadliest foes! Created by the same Gamma Rays that turned Bruce Banner into the Hulk, The Leader turned his newfound, deadly intellect towards a quest for total world domination! Now, the first-ever Leader Bust is being produced by Dynamic Forces! Standing 8" tall, atop a very cool, and very retro base, designer, sculptor and painter Tom Snyder, has created the ultimate tribute to the mad genius of The Leader! Strictly limited to just 1965 production units in the world (the year the Leader first appeared in Tales to Astonish), this magnificent creation is set to dominate your bust collection (just keep him away from your Hulk Busts, these two have never gotten along)! (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Bust $89.99 DF HAVOK 8-INCH BUST Alex Summers, brother of Scott "Cyclops" Summers of the Uncanny X-Men, first appeared in X-Men #54, but donned his now familiar guise as Havok in X-Men #58. Channeling the solar radiation that stored up in his body, his suit was specially designed to harness and release his deadly mutant power! Now, designer Juan Bobillo, and sculptor Pablo Viggiano have created the first-ever Havok Bust! This piece screams with power from the base, which duplicates the swirling energy feeding into Havok's body, to the defiant stance of Havok as he prepares top let loose against an unseen foe! Strictly limited to just 1,969 production units in the word (the year Havok first appeared in the pages of Uncanny X-Men), this magnificent creation will make an awesome addition to your collection (just keep him out of the sun, as that's how Havok gets his power, and we don't want him blowing up the rest of your busts!) (CAUT: 2 & 4) NOTE: Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Bust $89.99 DF G.I. JOE: "V FOR VICTORY" 20TH ANNIVERSARY LITHOGRAPH By G.I. Joe: Frontline artists Dan Jurgens and Bob Layton! Continuing their line of newly-commissioned G.I. Joe lithographs, featuring all-new art, the "V For Victory" piece is truly a masterwork! Penciller Dan Jurgens (artist of the blockbuster G.I. Joe: Frontline), along with inker Bob Layton (founder and creator of Future Comics), have packed 20 of your favorite Joes and nefarious members of Cobra into this piece, measuring 24" wide x 18" tall, printed on 100lb Gallerie Silk Stock! Featuring Duke, Snake-Eyes, Stalker, Scarlett, Strom Shadow, Cobra Commander, and many more, the "V For Victory" Litho presents the end of a deadly battle, with the Joes standing victorious, while the Cobra's slink away into the smoke and mist! The regular MSRP for this Lithograph would be $24.99, but DF is offering it at a special Introductory Price of just $19.83 (the year that G.I. Joe debuted as an animated series) until December 31st! Also available Signed by Dan Jurgens and Bob Layton! REGULAR—Lithograph, 24x18, FC $19.83 SIGNED—Lithograph, 24x18, FC (CAUT: 2) $49.99 DF G.I. JOE COLLECTOR PLATE: BECK COBRA COMMANDER by David Michael Beck Dynamic Forces is proud to present their newest offering form the phenomenal world of G.I. Joe! This first offering features an incredible image of Cobra Commander, sitting regally atop his self-made throne image! Each porcelain plate, measuring 10 3/8" in diameter, features the full-color Beck image, complimented by a gold border accent around the rim! Each plate will be boxed, and limited to a total production run of 1,983 plates (the year G.I. Joe made its animated debut on television!)! Not for dining use, but meant for display, these collector plates will be the pride of your G.I. Joe collection! (CAUT: 4) REGULAR—Plate $49.99 DF STAR TREK: KIRK AND SPOCK LITHOGRAPH by Brian Rood Just in time for the release of Star Trek: Nemesis, DF's classic Star Trek Lithograph series continues with this brand-new piece featuring Captain Kirk and Mister Spock! Painter Brain Rood has outdone himself with this photo-realistic rendering of the two most famous space explorers ever known! The regular MSRP for this Lithograph would be $24.99, but DF is offering it at a special Introductory Price of just $19.66 (the year that Trek debuted on Television) until December 31st! REGULAR—Lithograph, FC $19.66 DFE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ALTERNATE COVER #1 The next big hit from the '80s is here: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! Following the smash success of the brand-new animated series on Cartoon Network, Image Comics unveils the new Masters of the Universe, and Dynamic Forces has an exclusive alternate cover, offered at the special Introductory Price of $6.99! Also available as a Gold Foil Edition! REGULAR ED.—FC, 32pg $6.99 GOLD FOIL ED.—FC, 32pg $10.00 DFE MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ALTERNATE COVER PREVIEW BOOK You've thrilled to the all-new animated adventures of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Cartoon Network. Now get ready for Image Comics' all-new ongoing comics series with this exclusive Prelude issue, featuring an exclusive story and art! FC PI DFE YOUNGBLOOD: BLOODSPORT ALTERNATE COVER #1 Rob Liefeld returns to comics, and he's bringing writer Mark Millar (The Ultimates) along for the ride! Rob Liefeld has been a long-time friend of DF, and they knew that they wanted to be onboard for the historic, anniversary re-launching of the Youngblood team, so they've put together this exclusive alternate cover edition featuring all-new art by Rob! Also available as a Gold Foil Edition, as well as a Signed Edition, autographed by writer Mark Millar — all the way from the U.K.! REGULAR—FC, 32pg $6.99 GOLD FOIL—FC, 32pg $10.00 SIGNED—FC, 32pg $19.99 DFE YOUNGBLOOD: BLOODSPORT PREVIEW BOOK Don't miss out on what's sure to be one of the most talked about comics of 2002 as Rob Liefeld returns to comics (with writer Mark Millar) for the debut of the all-new Youngblood series! Get the inside scoop on this hot new series with this DF Exclusive Preview Book, packed with sketches, behind-the-scenes details, and more! b&w $5.00 DYNAMIC FORCES MEGA '80S MEGA-MICRONAUTS PACK The Dynamic Forces Mega-Micronauts Package features the DF exclusive cover to Micronauts #1 and the DF Exclusive Time Traveler Glow-In-The-Dark Action Figure! Plus, since it 's all about the '80s these days, DF is throwing in eight bonus random comics! They're not telling us what they are, because the surprise is half the fun! Pack $19.80 DF FATHOM FANTASTIC HOLIDAY PACKAGE The Fathom Premiere Trading Card Series Box was a huge hit upon its initial release! Each box of Fathom trading cards came with 36 packs of cards and, randomly inserted in each box, were two signed cards, three "Chrome" cards, and one hand-drawn sketch card! Now you can get all that, plus as a bonus, each order of this special Holiday Package will come with a free box of James Bond trading cards, just in time for the new movie and James Bond's 40th Anniversary! With the Fathom series going strong, and Bond celebrating his Anniversary this year, now is the perfect time to jump in on this premiere trading card series! Package PI DF CAPTAIN AMERICA ACETATE "CEL" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED Signed by artist John Cassaday! Featuring the "pure" cover image to the incredible (and smash, sold-out, hit) Captain America #1, DF's acetate "cel" lithograph is a must-have for your collection! Measures 18" x 24", and will be an item that you will treasure forever! (CAUT: 2) Lithograph, 18x24, FC $89.99 ULTIMATE MARVEL MAGNET SET Dynamic Forces presents some of the greatest Marvel Comic characters of all time in this "ultimate" magnet set! Featuring Ultimate Spider-Man, Ultimate Wolverine, Ultimate Magneto and The Ultimates — from Ultimate Hulk and Ultimate Captain America to Ultimate Iron Man! This premiere series of Ultimate magnets will have Marvel fans rethinking their refrigerator décor! Each Magnet measures approximately 2 ½" x 3 ½" and feature some of your favorite Ultimate Marvel characters with your favorite Marvel artwork! (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Magnet $4.99Ea. DF BATTLE OF THE PLANETS TRADING CARDS HOLIDAY BONUS BOX The Battle of the Planets Premiere Trading Cards featuring the fantastic art of Pat Lee (Transformers), J. Scott Campbell, Jae Lee, Jose Villarrubia, Angel Medina, Brian Rood, Alex Horley, Dan Parsons, Mike Allred, John Cassaday (Captain America), Kevin McCarthy, Marc Silvestri, Greg Horn, Yanick Paquette, Mike Turner, BOTP serie sartist Wilson Tortosa, and many more artistic luminaries, plus classic images from the original cartoon itself! Alex Ross has created an amazing new set of BOTP images, including a special nine-card subset that, when united, form one awesome, fully painted image of the team descending in action! Other special additions to this trading card release include: Autograph Cards, Sketch Cards, 6 Animation Cel Cards, and more! 72 card base set — with each box loaded with 40 packs (that's 4 more per box than the standard trading card release) and 7 cards per pack! Each box will come with a minimum of two (2) signed cards one sketch card per box! Some lucky collectors will strike G-Force gold when they uncover one of the unmarked "hot" boxes distributed randomly in case lots! These special boxes include five (5) signed cards and 2 Sketch cards per box! Each Box will also come with a holiday bonus: a 5" x 7" Comic Con International: San Diego promotional card! BONUS: Each box will include one copy of the BOTP #1 Pat Lee cover edition! Box PI DF BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: "PURE PRINCESS" TRADING CARD SET Featuring six collector's trading cards of everyone's favorite female butt-kicker, Princess! These six images are available exclusively on these trading cards and nowhere else! This premium set comes packaged in a collector's box with a Certificate of Authenticity, and is limited to only 1,000 sets. Set (x6) $10.00 DC Comics DF ROBOTECH SIGNED #0 Signed by writer Jay Faerber! Robotech lives in this prelude special containing a 12-page story illustrated in "jam" style by Jim Lee, Lee Bermejo, Ale Garza, and Carlos D'Anda and featuring a special pin-up section! Series writer Jay Faeber signs a limited amount of copies in conjunction with Dynamic Forces! Don't miss out on the next hot retro revival! Also available as a CGC 9.8-Graded Edition, signed by Jae Faerber. (CAUT: 2) REGULAR—FC, 32pg $19.99 CGC 9.8 GRADED—FC, 32pg PI DF ROBOTECH SIGNED #1 Signed by Long Vo! The highly-anticipated return of Robotech is here! Ace fighter pilot Roy Fokker has gone to war and is making himself a legend through his tenacity and raw ability. His next mission, though, will test even his ability and will bring him into conflict with a face familiar for any Robotech fan, Captain Gloval! But there's a new challenge on the horizon for both of them... and it's about to crash onto Macross Island! Hop on board for the next hot retro revival as series artist Long Vo (of Udon Studios) signs a limited amount of copies in conjunction with Dynamic Forces! Also available as a Re-Marked comic with sketches by Udon Studios! (CAUT: 2) REGULAR—FC, 32pg $19.99 RE-MARKED—FC, 32pg $69.99 DF BATGIRL: YEAR ONE SIGNED #1 Signed by writer Scott Beatty! The creators of Robin: Year One return with a look into the past of another of comics' most popular characters! Barbara Gordon, following her chance meeting with Robin at the end of Robin: Year One, aspires to become a vigilante herself. But between the skepticism of Batman and the watchful eye of her adoptive father James Gordon, she's finding the hero biz to be an uphill battle! Series writer Scott Beatty signs a limited amount of copies in conjunction with Dynamic Forces! (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg $19.99 EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS EGOMANIA MAGAZINE #2 by Eddie Campbell Includes an Alan Moore interview! This has a big conversation between comic book writer and magician extraordinaire, Eddie Campbell and Alan Moore. Learn about al of Moore's most forward-thinking ideas, with previously unseen art and photos. Plus, the next chapter of Eddie's complex new graphic novel, The History of Humour, and other stuff. b&w, 48pg $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH AFTER THE SNOOTER GN by Eddie Campbell An autobiographical graphic novel in which Eddie Campbell faces his demons, including his grotesque cartoon creation; the annoying insectoid nag known as The Snooter! The book includes at least seven never-before-seen pages. The rest have appeared in the monthly Bacchus comic and other places, but in their new arrangement reveal unexpected plot complexities and surprises, all the way up to Campbell's showdown with The Snooter in Hollywood at the From Hell premiere! (STAR16227) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $14.95 ********************** EUREKA PRODUCTIONS STAR OF THE MONTH GRAPHIC CLASSICS VOLUME 3: H.G. WELLS by Various Ten great stories by H.G. Wells presented in comics and illustration. Includes The Invisible Man by Alex Nino, In the Abyss by John Pierard, and The Man Who Could Work Miracles by ex-Air Pirate, Dan O'Neill. Plus, a Time Machine portfolio by E-Man creator Nicola Cuti; a comics presentation of Orson Welles' radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds by Nick Miller & Antonella Caputo; and comics adaptations by Skip Williamson and Brad Teare. (STAR16195) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $9.95 ********************* EXHIBIT A PRESS MAVIS #4 by Batton Lash Wolff & Byrd's intrepid secretary goes forth — in her fourth solo issue, featuring four all-new stories! See Mavis at work and play, from dusk to dawn, with monsters, friends, and lovers! Featuring a super-cool cover by Jaime Hernandez (Love & Rockets) and a gallery of guest pin-ups! b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH SONOVAWITCH! & OTHER TALES OF SUPERNATURAL LAW TP by Batton Lash This deluxe trade collects "Sonovawitch," the acclaimed three-issue story arc from Wolff & Byrd, Counselors of the Macabre issues #18-20, along with issues #17, #21, and #22, plus Mavis #1. In these stories, Wolff & Byrd handle cases for a young man accused of "hexual harassment"; a Japanese high priest entangled with a reptilian monster; a nice guy whose soul is stuck inside a demon; and an assortment of other supernaturally afflicted clients. Introduction by Neil Gaiman. (STAR11661) SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $14.95 THE VAMPIRE BRAT & OTHER TALES OF SUPERNATURAL LAW TP by Batton Lash This high-quality trade paperback collects eight comics: Mavis #2, Wolff & Byrd, Counselors of the Macabre #23, and Supernatural Law #24-29. In these self-contained stories, attorneys Alanna Wolff and Jeff Byrd counsel a teenage vampire who believes he's being harassed by "Myrtle, the Vampire Hater"; the wife of a Vincent Price-style mad scientist; and a young boy who seems to be able to control a rampaging purple monster. Introduction by Will Eisner. (STAR14580) SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $14.95 ************************ EXTREME IMAGES THE ART OF RICKY CARRALERO SIGNED & NUMBERED TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, PC SRP: $24.95 RICKY CARRALERO'S ELECTRIC IMAGES—NAUGHTY EDITION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL FC, 32pg $20.00 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS BLACK HOLE #10 by Charles Burns Ten years in the making, Charles Burns' magnum opus careens towards its inevitably apocalyptic conclusion, with only two issues remaining! This tenth issue is printed with the bleakest and blackest of ink to date: ripe with the stench of infection, the home that Keith's been sitting all summer is now a safe house for kids with the bug. Meanwhile, his courtship of Chris having turned irrevocably black, Keith's futility is palpable until he bumps into a (seemingly) well Eliza at the supermarket. And what of those tadpoles growing out of Keith's ribs? The story of a mysterious plague that strikes mid-70s Seattle, only affecting teenagers. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $4.50 COMICS JOURNAL WINTER SPECIAL 2003 edited by Gary Groth William Stout is one of the most accomplished, critically acclaimed, and commercially successful illustrators, painters, and cartoonists in America today. He has, for over 30 years, brought consummate draftsmanship, impeccable craft, painterly nuance, and a mature vision that is, by turns, riotously Rabelaisian and awe-inspiringly naturalistic to virtually every form of visual popular culture — from comics to film to gallery exhibitions. The Comics Journal Winter 2003 Special spotlights Stout's work with a beautiful cover, painted especially for this volume, and an interview with the artist in which he proves to be not only a great artist but an engaging raconteur and high-flying theorist as well. The interview covers his long career, which includes, among other highlights, his solo comics as well as his collaborations with Jack Kirby, Moebius, Al Williamson, Russ Manning, and Harvey Kurtzman; his various film work for Jim Henson, Walt Disney, and others; his album covers for Firesign Theatre, The Rolling Stones, and more. Essays included in the special are: R. Fiore on The Simpson's; Paul Gravett on "Whatever Happened to the Escape Artists", with new strips by the most prominent artists who appeared in that groundbreaking '80s British comics anthology (Escape), including Eddie Campbell and Carol Swain; Donald Phelps on Lynda Barry; Tom Spurgeon on Tom Hart; and Bill Blackbeard on Milt Gross. "Patriotism" informs the comics section this time around with the comics of Joe Sacco, Bill Stout, Kim Deitch, R. Crumb, Bill Griffith, Phoebe Gloeckner, Jack Jackson, Sam Henderson, Tom Toles and many others! SC, 12x12, 156pg, PC $22.95 LUBA'S COMICS AND STORIES #3: "OFELIA" by Gilbert Hernandez The third issue in the always entertaining and intriguing series from Love & Rockets co-creator Gilbert Hernandez is all about La Familia: When Luba and Ofelia aren't getting along, it's up to Luba's children to try to cheer Ofelia up; Ofelia's start to her book about Luba is interrupted by a soul-searching bout of writers block; and Luba discovers from her sisters Fritz and Petra that she was abandoned by her mother (or was she?). Gilbert's ability to create beautiful stories with a rich depth of character around Luba and her family and continue to develop best-selling comics in the Love & Rockets series is simply amazing. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. XII #1 (JAN022439) b&w, 24pg $3.50 NAUGHTY BITS #37 by Roberta Gregory This fine issue from one of comics' premiere female cartoonists continues the "It's a Bitchy, Bitchy, Bitchy, Bitchy World" storyline in which Midge finds herself reunited with Kenney. She discovers what he's been doing with some very revealing photographs he took of her! Also, Marcie returns after a long absence and launches another crusade. This time the target is Midge's lesbian friend Barb and her family. It seems everyone joins the fight in this story. Plus, for this winter issue, Roberta re-lives some summer fun and presents a short story by Bruce Taylor — and some other suprises! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 NOTES FROM A DEFEATIST TP by Joe Sacco Before Joe Sacco crafted his two major works of "cartoon journalism," Palestine and Safe Area Gorazde, he created a number of shorter pieces, ranging from one-page gags to 30-page "graphic novelettes." This massive book finally collects the entirety of Sacco's earlier journalistic and autobiographical work, plus a sizable serving of his satirical strips, many of them never before collected in book form. The centerpieces in Notes from a Defeatist are a triptych of war stories: "When Good Bombs Happen to Bad People," a history of aerial bombing that specifically targets civilian populations; "More Women, More Children, More Quickly," in which Sacco relates his mother's harrowing experiences during World War II in Malta; and, most personally (and closest to Sacco's later work), "How I Loved the War," Sacco's impassioned but sardonic reflection on the Gulf war, the surrounding propaganda and media circus, and his own ambivalent feelings as both a spectator and commentator: The book derives its title from this sequence, which has acquired a painful new relevance in the past half-year. Notes from a Defeatist also includes a roadie's-eye view of an American punk band's eventful European tour, a reminiscence of an awful season spent in his native Malta, Sacco's hilarious recollections of his career as a librarian, a selection of satirical strips about slackers, artists, and American salarymen, and much more. MATURE READERS SC, 216pg, b&w $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE COMICS JOURNAL WINTER 2002 SPECIAL edited by Gary Groth This edition of the successful new series from The Comics Journal cover-features Joe Sacco. Sacco contributes a new cover, a new strip, and is the subject of a long interview. The special edition also features new strips done especially for the magazine by today's best cartoonists, including: Dave Cooper, Bill Griffith, Charles Burns, Gary Panter, R. Crumb, Ivan Brunetti, Jaime Hernandez, Justin Green, Mary Fleener, Gilbert Hernandez, Phoebe Gloeckner, Carol Tyler, Richard Sala, Jordan Crane, Dylan Horrocks, Roger Langridge, and Chris Ware. The theme of the cartooning section is the art and profession of cartooning itself. (STAR15142) SC, 12x12, 120pg, PC $19.95 THE COMPLETE PALESTINE TP by Joe Sacco 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. Introduction by Edward Said. (STAR14596) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 288pg, b&w $24.95 SAFE AREA GORAZDE TP by Joe Sacco In 1995-1996, Joe Sacco spent four months in Bosnia immersing himself in the human side of life during wartime, researching stories rarely found in conventional news coverage. This book focuses on the Muslim enclave of Gorazde, where Sacco spent four weeks, entering before the Muslims trapped inside had access to the outside world, electricity or running water. (STAR14887) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w $19.95 THE STRANGE CASE OF EDWARD GOREY TP by AlexanderTheroux This is Alexander Theroux's second monograph for Fantagraphics Books (following The Enigma of Al Capp), on the world- class cartoonist and illustrator whose wide-ranging career spans 50 years and nearly 100 books. Drawing on exclusive interviews with Gorey over the years, Theroux explores Gorey's artistic impulses, his vast and eclectic interest in popular culture, and examines the nooks and crannies of Gorey's career. (STAR11831) SC, 6x9, 96pg, b&w $7.95 *********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A ARNOLD ROTH: FREE LANCE TP by Arnold Roth Fantagraphics Books is proud to publish the coffee-table style art book to accompany the traveling Arnold Roth exhibition celebrating 50 years of cartooning. The exhibit showcases almost 100 pieces of Roth's work, drawn over the last 50 years, and will be on the road through 2004. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 120pg, PC $22.95 O/A B. KRIGSTEIN HC by Greg Sadowski A gigantic retrospective/biography/critical assessment of one of the most important cartoonists in the history of comics, who went on to become a renowned fine arts teacher in New York. The author had full access to Bernard Krigstein's archives and files and has written a compelling biography of the artist. Krigstein is renowned as one of the great innovators working within the commercial comics industry. This book reproduces many of Krigstein's comics stories as well as many of his commercial assignments (such as the line of paperback covers he did for the reissues of Joyce Cary's novels) as well as his fine art paintings. HC, 240pg, FC $49.95 *********************** STARS OF THE MONTH BOOK OF CHANGES: A COLLECTION OF INTERVIEWS by Kristine McKenna With interviews from music legends like James Brown, Captain Beefheart, Ray Charles, George Clinton, Leonard Cohen, Bo Diddley, Willie Dixon, Al Green, Merle Haggard, Brian Eno, Nico, Iggy Pop, Nina Simone, Artie Shaw, Tom Waits, Neil Young and Pete Townshend, to noted beat authors William Burroughs, Allen Ginsburg and others, this collection reveals numerous insights into some of the greatest artistic minds of the 20th Century. PLUS each interview is accompanied by a portrait of the subject, drawn by the cream of the cartoonist crop! (STAR14803) MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, 300pg, b&w $14.95 THE COMICS JOURNAL LIBRARY, VOLUME ONE: JACK KIRBY TP edited by Milo George Kirby's dynamic art and limitless imagination were responsible for much of what made comics great from the 1940s through the '70s. In The Comics Journal Library Voume. 1: Jack Kirby, the first of a series of collections of interviews and essays from the medium's premier magazine of critical commentary for the past 25 years, Fantagraphics Books presents a comprehensive look at the man and the creator through a series of exclusive in-depth interviews and critical essays. (STAR16181) SC, 12x12, 120pg, PC $18.95 YOUR VIGOR FOR LIFE APPALLS ME SC by R. Crumb Spanning the most important era of his life, from the painful formative years of his early adolescence to the fame and fortune of his adulthood, this collection of Robert Crumb's personal correspondence sheds light on the artistic development, bitter struggle, and ultimate triumph of the greatest cartoonist of the twentieth century. A powerful literary view into the mind of an artistic genius, and an entertaining read even for those few not familiar with the cartooning giant's work. It's Crumb's sketchbook of words! (STAR10508) SC, 6x9, 256pg, b&w $14.95 THE ENIGMA OF AL CAPP TP by Alexander Theroux Acclaimed writer Alexander Theroux (the former Harvard, Yale, and MIT professor best recognized for his novel Darconville's Cat and last year's The Primary Colors, which John Updike called "a unique gem") delves into the well-known, yet often glossed over, dark side of one of our most celebrated funnymen, Al Capp, creator of Li'l Abner. Compassionately, but with a keen eye, Theroux traces Capp's transformation from a brilliantly funny social advocate creator of the American myth, into a much darker haunted man who adopted the conservative politics he once criticized. By juxtaposing his art with his life, Theroux offers a rich and compelling analysis of this complex icon of American culture. (STAR14822) SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $6.95 LOVE & ROCKETS #37-40 by Los Bros. Hernandez Classic, magazine format back-issues of the original run of Love & Rockets are still available. Get them while they last! #37 (STAR04936)—Magazine, b&w $2.75 #38 (STAR04938)—Magazine, b&w $2.75 #40 (STAR04944)—Magazine, b&w $3.50 NAUGHTY BITS VOLUME 6: BURN, BITCHY, BURN TP by Roberta Gregory In "Fallout," Bitchy Bitch believes she is going into menopause, causing her to flash back to her childhood in the '60s, complete with memories of bomb shelters, school, and backstabbing kiddies. "Adult-Erated" provides more insight into the past of the permanently PO'd and PMS'd protagonist, focusing on Bitchy's post-college years. The title strip, "Burn, Bitchy, Burn," centers on "Witchy Bitch," a 12th-Century medicine woman accused of being a witch and sentenced to burning at the stake! Includes an all-new strip created especially for this collection. (STAR16254) MATURE READERS SC, 72pg, b&w $9.95 *********************** Eros Comix ALICE IN SEXLAND #8 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 ALIENZKIN GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $9.95 ALRAUNE #2—CURRENT PRINTING SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 ELIZABETH BATHORY #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 ORIENT SEXPRESS #4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 REAR ENTRY #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY #3—THIRD PRINTING 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 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LUST IN SPACE GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $14.95 O/A HUMMERS GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $14.95 O/A RAZMATAZ GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 48pg, b&w $8.95 O/A SPACE STATION 6969 GN 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 O/A TRYX: SLUTS IN SPACE SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95 ************************ WERE-SLUT PACK (#1-8) SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x8), b&w $27.00 STAR OF THE MONTH SMALL FAVORS VOLUME ONE TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (STAR16213) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 128pg, b&w $14.95 ********************** FUNK-O-TRON STARS OF THE MONTH BATTLE POPE VOLUME 1 TP by Robert Kirkman & Tony Moore It's the end of the world, and few are worthy of passage to heaven, not even the Pope. God leaves behind Saint Michael, the leader of his army, to act as a guardian for the humans. He fails, and is held captive by Lucifer. God then enlists the aide of the Pope to rescue Michael, and leaves his son Jesus H. Christ to assist him in his quest. (STAR12700) SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $12.95 BATTLE POPE VOLUME 2 TP by Kirkman, Roberts, & Moore Picking up right were Volume 1 left off, this trade paperback collects the entire Battle Pope: Mayhem mini-series and the 48- page first issue of Battle Pope: Shorts. Featuring the downfall of HellCorp and Pope's rise to local celebrity status, plus as many fights, guns, jokes, chicks, and violence as you can fit in a 120-page trade! Also included are 16 new story pages by Robert Kirkman and Tony Moore! (STAR15325) SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $12.95 BATTLE POPE PRESENTS VOLUME 1 TP by Robert Kirkman & Terry Stevens Set before the first Battle Pope mini-series, this prequel deals with St. Michael's adventures before his defeat at the hands of Lucifer! It's the end of the world, and as a result of God's abandonment, all Hell breaks loose on Earth. God, feeling sorry for the humans that He has condemned, sends the wizened general of His army, St. Michael, to act as guardian for all of humanity. Reprinting the complete Battle Pope Presents mini-series with 10 new story pages by Kirkman and Stevens! (STAR16173) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95 ******************* FUNNYPAGES PRESS OPPOSITE FORCES #2 by Tom Bancroft Something strange has happened to Marty and Alexis and it might destroy their lives-or at least Alexis' social calendar! Part 2 in a 4-part story arc about two people forced to be together, like it or not! Created by former Disney animator Tom Bancroft. Included in this issue is a preview of animator Rob Corley's, "Boyrobo" and bonus pinups by Francisco Herrera and Humberto Ramos! b&w, 24pg $2.95 OPPOSITE FORCES 2002 CONVENTION EXCLUSIVE COVER #1 by Tom Bancroft Featuring a Convention Exclusive variant cover! Don't miss this one a second time! Meet Marty and Alexis, two very different people whose lives are about to be turned upside down! They are opposites forced to attract! Created by former Disney animator Tom Bancroft. Included in this issue are development sketches and a pin-up by Mike Wieringo. b&w, 24pg $2.95 FUSEBOX COMICS FUSE #4 by C. Lee, Guidry, & Boone Do you believe in the supernatural? What would you do if you had x-ray vision? These are the questions our leading man Nick, a young deejay in Chun Lee's "Supernatural," must answer. A startling conclusion reveals the truth behind Nick's power. Psychedelically poisoned hoolahoops and orgasmic oscillators are what Marissa Byum and Simon Risk, better known as "Wildrose" and "Kid Valentine", face in Creator L. P. Guidry's "This is the End," written by George Boone. b&w, 32pg $2.99 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING STARS OF THE MONTH THE PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO COMICS VOLUMES 1 & 2 HC Back in stock!!! These two volumes cover releases from the earliest Golden Age comics to the dawn of the Silver Age. Volume 1 covers comics A-J, while Volume 2 finishes out the alphabet. Hundreds of pages of rare and little-seen comic covers! VOL. 1 (STAR00176)—HC, 10x14, FC $75.00 VOL. 2 (STAR00177)—HC, 10x14, FC $75.00 ************************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE COMIC ART PRICE GUIDE by Jerry Weist; Cover by Alex Ross Whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced enthusiast, this book is an invaluable guide to the ins and outs of collecting original comic art. With detailed listings (many of them fully illustrated!), articles illustrating how to bid at auction, how to buy rare comic art, and much more, this book is indispensable for any serious collector! The Comic Art Price Guide also includes a Pulp Price Guide, a Fanzine Price Guide, a Monster Magazine Price Guide, Market Reports, a huge Science Fiction & Pulp Artist listing, a special color insert and an amazing, collectible cover by Alex Ross featuring Golden Age great Bill Everett and his best-known creation, the Sub-Mariner. Available in Hardcover and Softcover editions! HC, 6x9, b&w $45.00 SC, 6x9, b&w $26.95 ************************ STARS OF THE MONTH THE BIG BIG OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE VOLUME 32 ALEX ROSS SPIDER-MAN COVER EDITION by Robert M. Overstreet. Cover by Alex Ross It's The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide #32 in a special limited edition! This 8½" x 11" version features stay-flat spiral binding, larger print, and room for notes. It contains only the pricing, top ten charts, and selected glossary matter. This version of the Guide is essential for all comic book specialists! Features both Murphy Anderson's re-creation of Superman #1 and Rex Lindsey's (Archie America Series) Archie on the back cover! Spider-Man cover painted by Alex Ross. (STAR15376) SC, 8x11, b&w $35.00 HAKES PRICE GUIDE TO CHARACTER TOYS 4TH EDITION "The Definitive Visual Guide and Checklist" returns with a new edition and power-packed exploration of the phenomenal history of comic character collectibles. Presented in a format larger than The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide with more than 900 pages, this book is the definitive visual guide and checklist for character toys! This edition includes more than 13,000 photo illustrated entries and more than 39,000 prices in 360 unique categories! It's all in here! Toy Story, Uncle Scrooge, Spider-Man, Superman, Small Soldiers, Superhero Resins, Batman, Muhammad Ali, Disneyana, Roy Rogers, Buck Rogers, KISS, Mickey Mouse, The Lone Ranger, Puppet Master, Elvis, The Phantom, X-Men, Charlie Chaplin, The Cisco Kid, Donald Duck, Captain Marvel, Laurel & Hardy, Howdy Doody, Planet of the Apes, MAD, Hopalong Cassidy, Captain America, Toy Guns, and more! Many rare and one-of-kind collectibles are included and thousands of new toys have been added since the previous edition! All this and more! (STAR15977) SC $35.00 CARL BARKS LIBRARY SETS VOLUME 3 by Carl Barks The work of Carl Barks, the premier comic book "duck" artist, is collected in this fine, hardcover volume. Reprints Uncle Scrooge #1-20. (STAR02003) HC $130.00 LITTLE LULU LIBRARY VOLUMES III & V HC by Marjorie Buell The humorous mis-adventures of Marjorie Buell's Little Lulu and her friends are re-printed in these gorgeous hardcover collections. Each set includes three volumes, and reprints the stories as they appeared. VOLUME III—Set (STAR02523) $130.00 VOLUME V—Set (STAR01946) $130.00 ******************************** GUTSOON! ENTERTAINMENT RAIJIN COMICS #1 by Various The first weekly manga magazine in America explodes into action, featuring a Dream Team of Japan's finest creators! In Hara Tetsuo's Fist of the Blue Sky (a prequel to Fist of the North Star), Kenshiro returns to the City of Devils in the 1930s to avenge the murder of his brothers by the opium Triads! Also in this issue: the gritty underworld of Tokyo meets Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; the sexy antics of Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl; and the American debut of the international manga phenomenon, Slam Dunk, by Inoue Takehito! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Squarebound. MATURE READERS Magazine, 214pg, b&w $4.95 RAIJIN COMICS #2 by Various Another weekly dose of Global Infiltration Manga awaits you in the pages of Raijin Comics! Featuring the debut of Itagake Keisuke's Baki the Grappler, the story of a mysterious young fighter who enters the world of underground and championship martial arts fighting with a bang! Also beginning in this issue: Tsugihara Ryuji & Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan. When Japan elects its first president in history, the political climate of Asia becomes full of turmoil and intrigue! Plus: Hara Tetsuo's Fist of the Blue Sky, Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter, Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl, and Inoue Takehito's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Squarebound. MATURE READERS Magazine, 214pg, b&w $4.95 RAIJIN COMICS #3 by Various Another story joins the titanic lineup of America's first weekly manga magazine! In this issue, Japan's latest magical girl super-hit invades America: Sakurano Minene's Guardian Angel Getten! Plus: Itagake Keisuke's Baki the Grappler, Tsugihara Ryuji & Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan, Hara Tetsuo's Fist of the Blue Sky, Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter, Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl, and Inoue Takehito's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Squarebound. MATURE READERS Magazine, 214pg, b&w $4.95 RAIJIN COMICS #4 by Various America's first and only weekly manga magazine continues! Starting in this issue: Ono Yoichiro & Ueno Jiro's Revenge of the Mouflon! In the skies over Tokyo, a typical passenger flight turns into a political flashpoint when terrorists take over the plane! Plus: Sakurano Minene's Guardian Angel Getten, Itagake Keisuke's Baki the Grappler, Tsugihara Ryuji & Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan, Hara Tetsuo's Fist of the Blue Sky, Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter, Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl, and Inoue Takehito's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Squarebound. MATURE READERS Magazine, 214pg, b&w $4.95 FUJIN MAGAZINE #1-4 America's first weekly manga magazine, Raijin Comics, presents it's sister publication, Fujin Magazine! Every week, Fujin Magazine will bring you the latest news on anime, video games, manga, and Japanese pop culture, straight from Japan! Written from the front lines of Japan's creative renaissance, Fujin Magazine is the premiere news source for up-to-the-millisecond developments in otaku culture! Published in the Japanese right-to-left format. MATURE READERS Magazine, 16pg, FC $0.99Ea. HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA #16 by Jay Faerber & Matthew Clark THE PACK: Part 2 (of 4)—There's been another vicious and bloody attack, and the police haven't got a clue as to what's going on. Vampirella follows up her own investigation, but finds herself hauled into jail based on one of the detective's general suspicion of her. The werewolves, though, regroup and intend to seek out and destroy the one person that's been getting in their way: Vampirella! Written by Jay Faerber (Noble Causes), with the art of Matthew Clark (Felon). Regular Cover by Amanda Conner (The Pro), with a special Limited Edition cover by Karl Waller (Obergeist). A Vampirella Model Photo cover is also available. Both "limited" cover versions are limited to 1,500 copies. REGULAR COVER—FC, 32pg $2.99 LIMITED COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 PHOTO COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPIRELLA: FEAR OF MIRRORS/HUNGRY GHOSTS DELUXE HARDCOVER #2 by Millar, Mayhew, & Brown There are worse things out there than vampires… After years of battling the hordes of the undead, Vampirella finds herself facing the most deadly threat yet! Out in the badlands, something terrible has been called into the world, and only Vampirella can stop it! Continuing from Mark Millar's "Nowheresville" story arc, this Deluxe Hardcover collects Vampirella #4-10, featuring the "Fear of Mirrors" and "Hungry Ghosts" story arcs. Written by John Smith, with artwork by Mike Mayhew and Dawn Brown, and featuring a complete cover gallery. New dust-jacket illustration by Mike Mayhew. (CAUT: 4) HC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $19.95 GOLDEN VAMPIRELLA SIGNED & NUMBERED CONVENTION FIGURE The Golden Vampirella Action Figure was originally released as an exclusive collectible at Comic Cons during the summer of 2001! Now this limited edition beauty is available to Previews readers! Each figure will come signed (and numbered) by Vampirella model Maria Di Angelis! This version features Vampirella in a bronze costume with matching base and accessories. Extremely limited quantities! This one will never be offered again! (CAUT: 4) Figure $29.95 VAMPIRELLA #07-10 MODEL PHOTO EDITION SET by John Smith & Mike Mayhew This set includes all four hard-to-find Limited Model Photo covers of the "Hungry Ghosts" story arc. Limited to only 1,500 copies each, these comics will not be offered again! Set (x4), FC $29.95 VAMPIRELLA: LEGENDARY TALES #1-2 LIMITED SET Art by José Gonzales From the Vault of Vampirella, this set includes both issues of the Vampirella: Legendary Tales series! Each issue re-presents the original Vampirella series in retro black-and-white. Art by the famed José Gonzales, and featuring painted covers by Mike Mayhew and Dorian Cleavenger. Presented in Harris' Retro Series Format with a deluxe heavy-stock cover. Set (x2), b&w $9.95 HEAVY METAL HEAVY METAL MARCH 2003 The fantasy comic for adults, paralleled by none. All the over-the-top graphic sci-fi/fantasy madness you always expect in each and every issue of Heavy Metal. New short stories by some of Europe's greatest masters of modern fantasy and science fiction comics! MATURE READERS Magazine $5.99 THE ARK BY AZPIRI HC by Azpiri Lorna and her crew embark on another adventurous journey! This time they find themselves thrown in a strange land where they encounter various different life forms, and many obstacles along the way… HC, 46pg, FC $14.95 HEROES FOR SALE STAR OF THE MONTH WHITE TRASH TP by Gordon Rennie & Martin Emond Re-collecting the original four-part White Trash mini-series from 1992, and the extremely hard-to-find pair of back-up, prequel stories that appeared in the pages of Heavy Metal. More of Martin Emond manic art, and Gordon Rennie's over-the-top storytelling, filled with a pair of hillbillies, an FBI agent, a southern preacher, and a bunch of crazed Vietnam vets! (STAR16054) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 130pg, FC $16.95 *********************** HIPPY COMIX CHERRY PRIME #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 $6.00 HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING DEICIDE BOOK ONE: RAGE AGAINST THE GODS GN by Carlos Portela & Das Pastoras Based in the same universe as "The Lion's Share" (from Metal Hurlant #1), Deicide is a bold new graphic album from Humanoids Publishing! Set in a world where gods walk the lands, and tribal villagers pay bloody sacrifices to a seemingly never-ending pantheon of good and evil deities, Deicide tells the story of what happens when one man stops worshipping the gods… and starts killing them! Angered by the unnecessary sacrifice of his love, Aldara, to the hideous Grand Madorak, Agon sets out on a journey to reclaim her soul. Along the way, Agon is aided by Beluch, a man with the head of a lion, as the two kill local gods and other monsters as they travel in search of Aldara's soul. A unique and raucous mix of action and art, from two of Spain's premiere graphic novelists! MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $15.95 NEGATIVE EXPOSURE TP by Thierry Smolderen & Enrico Marini This manga-meets-Europe masterpiece — featuring art by Enrico Marini (Raptors, Black Pearl) —collects the four-issue mini- series, along with two issue's-worth of bonus material, all completely redone re-colored for this volume! Follow the exploits of investigative reporter Oliver Varese, who has a knack for attracting both beautiful women and danger, as he travels the globe on assignment. From Red Square, to Hong Kong, to Geneva, Oliver chases down the truth amid international intrigue ripped from today's headlines. Investigative journalism is harder than it seems: beautiful women, fast cars, dangerous assignments… and other things Oliver Varese can't handle can all be found in Negative Exposure! SC, 7x10, 150pg, FC $18.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ANTE GENESEM VOLUME ONE: PROPHET HC by Xavier Dorison & Mathieu Lauffray Jack Stanton is the sole-survivor of an expedition gone horribly wrong. Against all odds, he has returned with proof of a monolith, 1,500 feet tall, built 20,000 feet above sea level. Inside this monolith is proof that an advanced civilization walked the Earth before man… a civilization of immense power, and incredible evil. (STAR16229) HC, 8x11, 46pg, FC $15.95 EXTERMINATOR 17 HC by Jean-Pierre Dionnet & Enki Bilal For generations, warrior robots called, "Exterminators", have fought in deadly environments across the galaxy. When the soul of the man who created the Exterminators is transferred into one of his killing machines, a series of events is set into motion that will lead to the liberation of his creations from their human masters. (STAR16191) HC, 8x11, 66pg, FC $15.95 SANCTUM VOLUME 1: USS NEBRASKA HC by Xavier Dorsion & Christophe Bec In 2025, the American sub Nebraska detects a homing beacon of unknown origin. They discover that the signal is coming from a Russian submarine grounded inside a giant undersea cave. The Russian sub is from the WWII era, and lies at the foot of what appears to be the ruins of a submerged civilization. The situation gets stranger when it is learned that the crew of the Russian sub died of the Bubonic Plague. (STAR16211) HC, 8x11, 56pg, FC $15.95 ************************ ICARUS PUBLISHING A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY COMIC #6 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 64pg $4.99 IDW PUBLISHING POPBOT COLLECTION by Ashley Wood with Sam Kieth The Popbot Collection provides the first three books of Ashley Wood's ongoing Popbot graphic novel series in one handsome edition! Seen here for the first time in full-color, the large format Popbot Collection contains the entire first act of the offbeat story re-mixed by Wood. Also includes Popbot paintings by Wood and additional bonus material. With a rock star cat and his robot bodyguard, Sherlock Holmes, samurai, and pleasure robots on the prowl, a blind gunslinger, and an Andy Warhol clone, this one's got it all! MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 160pg, FC $35.00 MAGE KNIGHT: STOLEN DESTINY #3 by Todd Dezago & David Cabrera Based on WizKids' ground-breaking collectable miniatures game! Magus Jadron Medaan continues to hurl his Atlantean forces at the quickly diminishing Black Powder Rebels, desperate to keep the armies of Rajidon and Jarl Frostriven apart; for, in their unity, they would surely destroy him! Meanwhile, Kerraii and Jason must battle a horde of evil Mage Spawn as they attempt to rendezvous with Frostriven's band of warriors. More and more of the battle-scarred Land of Mage Knight is revealed as the story continues! Cover art by Alex Garner. FC, 32pg (3 of 5) $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH THE ART OF ARMITAGE Featuring never-before-seen production art from both Armitage III: Poly Matrix and Armitage III: Dual Matrix, The Art of Armitage is a must-have for any fan of the hit anime series. Included in the book are character designs and turnarounds, weapon and machine designs, backgrounds, production sketches, and much more. (STAR16171) SC, 8x11, 96pg, FC $19.99 DOS FANTAS: MORE ART OF ASHLEY WOOD by Ashley Wood A companion volume to the popular Uno Fanta: The Art of Ashley Wood, Dos Fantas features 96 pages of full-color illustrations, including many never-before-published pieces, and a look at designs for upcoming issues of Wood's Popbot. Introduction by Sam Kieth. (STAR16240) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 96pg, FC $19.99 ILLUSTRATION STUDIO THE DON PARESI TREASURY PART 2 Welcome to Volume 2 of Don Paresi's exotic worlds, this second treasury in the series will focus on the Glamorous side of Paresi's works. From "Bad" girls to "Good" girls, you can own the entire spectrum of Don's work! Included are bathing beauties and femme fatales from the past, present, and future. Seduction on paper is more thaN a talent of Don Paresi's, it's a lifestyle. The Don Paresi Treasury includes art, sketches, commentary, an art essay, and Part Two of the artist's checklist of published works. Showcased art will carry a detailed commentary on the art to offer some insight to this artist's darker mind. The Don Paresi Treasury is offered with two different covers — a "Tame" all-ages cover, and an "Adult" cover. Each edition will contain a new unique Guest Artist Art gallery of three additional pages, and No Ads! Printed on quality paper to faithfully reproduce Don's unique pencil art! NOTE: "Adult" cover version is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS TAME COVER A—b&w, 24pg $3.25 NUDE COVER B—b&w, 24pg $3.50 IMMEDIUM NINE OF ONE: A WINDOW TO THE WORLD #1 by Oliver Chin Nine California teenagers attempt to make sense of the tumult following an international crisis, looking for answers amongst the aftershocks of the catastrophe. To do so, they must confront strangers from their own diverse communities. Can the next generation sort out a world, growing smaller by the day, but yet more divided? Our future may well depend upon it. b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95 INFOSPECT PRESS SWELL TP by Various An anthology of comics by some of today's best independent artists, including Donna Barr, F.C. Brandt, Peter S. Conrad, Kevin Croall, Dearand, Neil Fitzpatrick, Sylvain Gerand, Mike Getsiv, John Hankiewicz, Sam Henderson, James Kochalka, Keith Knight, David Lasky, Carrie McNinch, Tim Miller, Ted Rall, Jesse Reklaw, Zack Soto, and Shannon Wheeler. MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $7.95 IRONCAT AMERIMANGA VOLUME 1 #1 This month, Studio Ironcat presents the first issue of Amerimanga, compilation of four awesome manga-style comics by American artists! Jen Quick's Soul Union tells the tale of Mikail Black, a good-hearted boy adopted and raised by a family of noble wolf tribe, and his quest to appease a disgruntled spirit. Other titles include Beth Westmoreland's Without Darkness, Christopher Seaton's Last Ditch, and Jacqui Moore's Kouseki (featured as this month's cover). So pick up your copy this month and support our new American artists! b&w, 96pg $7.99 MEGATOKYO CHAPTER ZERO: "RELAX, WE UNDERSTAND J00!" Since debuting in August 2000, Megatokyo has grown into one of the most popular online comics on the web, with a community large enough to wreak havoc on the poor servers hosting it. Now, Studio Ironcat is proud to present Megatokyo Book One, collecting Chapter Zero and extra material not available on the website! Go back to the beginning, when Piro (avid anime/manga/dating sim fan) and Largo (hardcore gamer/l33th4x0rm4st3r) fly to Japan on a whim and find themselves stranded, unable to afford the trip home. In their struggles to find places to crash and money for tickets home, we experience Tokyo from their uniquely — and drastically — different points of view. SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $9.95 VAMPIRE PRINCESS MIYU VOLUME 4 TP Miyu's seen all sorts of Shinma in her long lifetime, hunting down each dark spirit and sending them back to the darkness. However, Miyu is faced with a different sort of Shinma, one with a human ally named Yuma. Yuma cares deeply for her Shinma friend, not truly understanding what sort of creature he is, but she will do whatever it takes to send Miyu away... SC, 7x10, 216pg, b&w $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPIRE PRINCESS YUI VOLUME 1 TP by Narumi Kakinouchi From esteemed artist Narumi Kakinouchi, who brought you New Vampire Miyu, comes the gothic tale of Vampire Princess Yui, a young half-human/half-vampire who does not yet understand her fate. Yui has been sick for some time and doesn't know why. It turns out that it is because of her cravings… for blood. (STAR14078) SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $17.95 *********************** VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 5 #4 Things finally come to a head in an all out battle between Yui, Shiki, and the serpent Jagiri. Thankfully, Nagi shows up and Yui may have the chance to save Madoka's savaged spirit and will to live! b&w, 32pg $2.95 YOU & ME VOLUME 1 #6 This month, winter time slows down life for Yuu, giving him a chance to reflect on his life at the moment. How much does he truly know about Mii? Or the ghosts and fellow freaky residents at the Yaninarisou boarding house? Will Yuu get the chance to delve into her past, to learn more about Mii's history? b&w, 32pg $2.95 Sexy Fruit EDEN VOLUME 1 #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 HEARTCORE #3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 4 TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, b&w $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 2 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (STAR13542F) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $15.95 ************************* OH MY! #1 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 JAY COMPANY COMICS BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #2 SAN DIEGO '02 VARIANT COVER WITH SKETCH by Ross & Sharieff, & Tortosa Top Cow presents one of the hottest exclusive comics on the market with this 2002 Comic Con: San Diego edition of Battle of the Planets. Offered exclusively through Previews, Jay Company presents this special premium sketch edition, featuring a new an unique color drawing and signature by artist Clarence Lansang. Each copy is individually hand-numbered, with a Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a bag and board. FC, 32pg $69.99 EVO #1 LIMITED FOIL EDITION by David Wohl & Marc Silvestri Image legend Marc Silvestri returns to the drawing table with his newest evolution of the Cyberforce mythos, EVO! Top Cow and Jay Company team up to bring you this exclusive Premium Foil Edition, that comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a bag and board. FC, 32pg SRP: $12.99 FATHOM PREVIEW WIZARD WORLD CHICAGO '02 LIMITED SIGNED EDITION by Michael Turner Fresh from its debut at the 2002 Wizard World: Chicago comic con, the Fathom Preview Edition is packaged with a brand new black-and-white cover, with art by Talent Caldwell. Signed by the artist and limited to only 500 copies worldwide, each with a Certificate of Authenticity. Sealed in a bag and board. (CAUT: 2) b&w, 22pg MSRP: $24.99 G.I. JOE #1 2002 CONVENTION SPECIAL by Blaylock, Beck, Kurth, & Various The Devil's Due crew debuted the new G.I. Joe series at conventions throughout 2002, and also revealed the Devil's Due studio process in this special Convention-only premium edition. Each copy includes a Certificate of Authenticity and comes sealed in a bag and board. b&w, 22pg $12.99 MICRONAUTS #1 PREVIEW ANIMATE CEL ARCHIVE EDITION by Wherle, Wolfe, Johnson, Rodriguez, & Various First time offered in Previews! Jay Company presents one of the most sought-after collectible in the market: the Animate Cel Archive (ACA)! This Special Edition Micronauts Preview includes an original cover that is an interactive animation-style cel, printed in archival-quality inks. Each copy is individually numbered in a selective short print run; hand-lettered, hand- embossed, and sealed. All copies include a Certificate of Authenticity and come bagged and boarded. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 22pg MSRP: $149.99 TOMB RAIDER: JOURNEYS #2—SAN DIEGO COMIC CON LIMITED SIGNED EDITION by Fiona Avery & Drew Johnson; Cover by Andy Park Fresh from its debut at the Comic Con International 2002: San Diego, Tomb Raider: Journeys #2 is packaged with a brand new black-and-white cover, with art by Andy Park. Limited to only 500 copies worldwide, every copy is signed by the artist and includes a Certificate of Authenticity, and comes bagged and boarded. (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg MSRP: $24.99 WITCHBLADE #52 SAN DIEGO CON '02 LIMITED BLACK-&-WHITE COVER EDITION by David Wohl & Francis Manapul Top Cow artist Brian Ching provides a brand new "Babe in Blades" black-and-white cover for this special edition of Witchblade #52, released at this year's Comic Con International: San Diego. Limited to only 500 copies, this must-have variant cover edition comes bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. FC, 32pg MSRP: $19.99 WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER #1 SAN DIEGO CON '02 LIMITED BLACK-&-WHITE COVER EDITION by Michael Turner Top Cow artist Clarence Lansang provides a brand new "deadly duo" black-and-white cover for this special edition of Witchblade/Tomb Raider #1, released at this year's Comic Con International: San Diego. Limited to only 500 copies, this must-have variant cover edition comes bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg MSRP: $19.99 KEENSPOT ENTERTAINMENT L33T: COMICS FOR GAMERS #9 by Various Some of the best gaming-related comics team-up under one cover in L33T: Comics For Gamers! In this issue, more funny animal gaming with Ront & Mewn; the geeky gang's all here in Multi-Platform Gaming League; comical RPG-style fun with Adventurers!; the never-lagging satire of Newshounds; a peek into Greg Dean's own Real Life; and a gaggle of other kick-ass "comics for gamers!" b&w, 48pg $4.95 KENZER & COMPANY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BLACK AND WHITE #6 by Jeff Limke & Rod Pereira In this issue, Tinélith skulks the lower levels of the Royal Castle of Rel Mord, pursued by Darzhellim, Bernleough, and other unsuspected allies. Can Tinélith get the scrolls to King Lynwerd before they do? Or will the rebels capture her first, spinning the incident into one that incriminates her and exonerates them? Everything comes together in "Coming Home," the final issue of this exciting six-issue mini-series! b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.99. KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #74 "So Long, and Thanks for all the Crits"—It's no wonder that Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic book on the subject of games and gamers - ever. Even though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara may play different characters in different games, their essential characteristics and hilarious interactions always shine through whatever roles they're playing. In addition to the comics, KoDT features articles about and for gamers from a gamer's perspective. A fantastic and hilarious slice of (fantasy) life in strips and a funny, wonderful celebration of the gaming culture. Share a copy just once and a new reader is born. Guaranteed! b&w, 112pg, b&w $3.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED #17 by Mark Plemmons, Brendon & Brian Fraim Turned evil by a cursed ring, the beautiful barbarian Zayre sets in motion the second stage of her plan to rule the Wurld! Can her comrades, El Ravager, Knuckles and Teflon Billy, find a way to stop the most dangerous opponent they've ever faced — or will they even notice? Don't miss this shocking issue of the most surprising K.ILL storyline ever, in "The Big Splash!" b&w, 24pg $2.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: BUNDLE OF TROUBLE VOLUME 10 TP Because you demanded it: it's the newest compilation of Knights of the Dinner Table, collecting issues #28-30! This perfect- bound book also comes with approximately 20 pages of extra material. That's almost like getting an extra issue of KoDT for free! SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: TALES FROM THE VAULT VOLUME 4 TP by Jolly Blackburn This latest book in the Tales from the Vault compilation series brings together the hilarious strips that have tickled the online community day in and day out, and includes never-before-published KoDT strips from various, hard-to-find sources. This book is for fans both old and new, and no prior knowledge of the group is necessary. Come join the celebration of gaming that is the Knights of the Dinner Table! SC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w $9.99 SPACEHACK #3 by Doug Curtis All-New! You begged! You pleaded! Now the beloved SpaceHack strips you've seen in the Knights of the Dinner Table comic magazine become a story of their own! Join the ongoing mission of Captain Queeze and his intrepid (and more than a little insane) crew in this amazingly funny three-issue mini-series! b&w, 24pg (3 of 3) $2.99 TONY DIGEROLAMO'S THE TRAVELERS #19 by DiGerolamo, Moreno, & Dunn His name is Bard... Dan Bard. "Double-seven-oh" is back in his most exciting adventure to date! It's 1966, the Cold War rages, and only America's top spy, Dan Bard, can stop the Atomic Centurion's plot for world domination! It all starts with an accident in Locust the Wizard's lab, that sends our heroes spiraling into the future — it's the Travelers as you've never seen them before! b&w, 32pg $2.99 KIM-REHR PRODUCTIONS TUESDAY #2 by Henrik Rehr Tuesday Part Two is the conclusion of Henrik Rehr's gripping eyewitness account of the 9/11 terrorist attack on New York City, relating how the author came to terms with the shock of that fateful morning, and with his first-hand experience at Ground Zero just a week later. Tuesday is not "inspired by a true story" or "suggested by actual events." Tuesday is simply real. b&w, 24pg (2 of 2) $2.95 LAST GASP OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROBERT CRUMB'S ZAP COMIX #9-11 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL ZAP COMIX #9 $3.95 ZAP COMIX #10 $3.95 ZAP COMIX #11 $3.95 **************************** LIGHTSPEED PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH FINDER VOLUME 4: TALISMAN TP by Carla Speed McNeil This fourth volume of the acclaimed series collects Finder #19-21, featuring the Eisner-nominated "Talisman" story arc. "Talisman" is about a kid and a book; the kind of book you crave when you're too young to pay for it yourself. It's the kind of book you fall in love with at the bookstore and buy in the certainty that it will imbue you with the abilities of the author or illustrator. "Talisman" is about hunger and magic. (STAR16138) SC, 7x10, 104, b&w $13.95 ************************ LONE STAR PRESS BEOWULF: THE MONSTER MAKER by Bill Willingham It's not easy being immortal. Mighty Beowulf, world famous hero of old, is down on his luck, living in a dive, deep in the bad part of Coventry. He's been out of work since his private hero's license was revoked. Then fate comes calling in the person of a lovely young woman named Janet Garrow. She works for a private organization called the Saint George Group, dedicated to the difficult and dangerous task of hunting down the world's deadliest monsters. She wants Beowulf to reenter the heroing trade by joining them. It seems that the entire population of a small Montana town has decided to commit suicide — all in the same night — and its up to Beowulf and Miss Garrow to find out why. But before he even has a chance to solve that mystery, Beowulf has to survive his appointment with the Monster Maker! Bill Willingham makes the classic character a pulp hero for the new millennium in this new series of fantasy adventure novels. Willingham first used the licensed professional hero, Beowulf, in the short- lived Coventry series. The Beowulf books are a series of short novels, with Hyde & Seek coming soon! SC, 5x8, 108pg $9.00 MAELSTROM GRAPHICS NETHER: THE AGE OF MAGA #3 by C.D. Regan Kepf and the others find a boy infected with the demonpox. As the group travels into the mountains to return the boy to his village, they realize that he was bitten by a thousand-year-old walking corpse called a "manikin" — a creature thought to be extinct. There is more to the boy and his village than meets the inner eye… b&w, 32pg $2.95 MEANWHILE STUDIOS CHIAROSCURO #5 by Troy Little "Patchwork V"—A new day sees a battered Steven Patch brooding over a coffee about a number of recent mysterious encounters. The direction of the conversation begins to shift upon the arrival of an old acquaintance who¹s have a run of good fortune. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.75 CHIAROSCURO #1-4 LIMITED EDITION 4-PACK—SIGNED W/SKETCH by Troy Little Pick up this collection of the "Patchwork" storyline and see what you've been missing! Steven Patch is a down and out artist with a lot of time on his hands when some unusual events begin to take place in his life. Now's your chance to catch up on this Xeric winning comic series. Limited to 200 signed copies, each pack will contain a hand drawn sketch by writer / artist Troy Little. Don¹t miss this one! MATURE READERS Pack (x4 w/Sketch) $14.95 MID-WEST COMIC CO. NOTE: All comics come bagged and boarded for protection. BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #2—ANIMATION EDITION This limited edition alternate cover to the second red-hot issue of Battle of the Planets comes straight from the Comic Con International: San Diego 2002! It features a brand-new, never-before-seen animation-style cover illustration, and is limited to only 5,000 copies. FC, 32pg SRP: $8.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #2 SKETCH COVER Get your favorite Battle of the Planets character — or any character! — sketched on this limited edition Comic Con International: San Diego 2002 Exclusive. Only 1,000 copies of this edition were printed, each featuring a blank area for you or your favorite artist to draw a sketch! FC, 32pg SRP: $15.99 WITCHBLADE #40 KEU CHA ALTERNATE COVER EDITIONS This awesome alternate cover by Top Cow superstar artist Keu Cha — featuring Sara Pezzini checking out here work after target practice — is available in two different versions: a Signed edition and a special "Stormchrome" edition! REGULAR SIGNED—FC, 32pg SRP: $9.99 STORMCHROME—FC, 32pg SRP: $6.99 MIRAGE STUDIOS TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #7 by Laird, Lawson, & Talbot Super-hero Turtles?! What the heck is going on here?! Plus: Michael Dooney's first new Gizmo story (six pages!) in almost a decade! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MISC! MAYHEM PRODUCTIONS SUPERCAR #1 by Wilson & Wolff, E. Colon, & Wilson Comic book great Ernie Colon joins Team Supercar to bring Gerry Anderson's classic Supermarionation series roaring into the new Millennium. Mike Mercury launches into the top-secret project known only as "Leap Frog," but his landing is anything but easy! Mr. Colon provides the breakdown layouts for the book, with finishes by Kez Wilson. FC, 32pg $2.95 MOONSTONE BOOKS KOLCHAK, THE NIGHT STALKER: FEVER PITCH GN by Kaminsky, C. Jones, & Schulz Moonstone's first all-original Kolchak story! Guts! Mayhem! Kolchak! For three nights straight, some poor innocent spontaneously combusts in front of horrified witnesses. Like links in a supernatural chain, the previous night's witness becomes the following night's victim. But who or what is behind these fiery deaths? The Wolfman? An Anaconda? A Giant Spider? According to police reports, these three monsters were spotted at the scene. Kolchak, hot with the flu, makes a little report of his own that adds up to some life saving advice: never turn your back on fear!!! Written by award-winning mystery novelist, Stuart M. Kaminisky (Toby Peters Mysteries)! Cover by Doug Klauba. Squarebound. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $6.95 MOONSTONE NOIR: THE HAT SQUAD GN by Jay Faerber & Eric Yonge Moonstone continues its new line of crime books with an all-new, original classic! The Hat Squad — four tough cops who deliver justice their way on the streets of Raymond Chandler's L.A.! When actress Sheila Rivers calls "The Squad" because she fears a hit has been put out on her, they blow her off as a flake that watches too many Edward G. Robinson movies. But when she ends up murdered, they snap, and put a heat on the city's underworld that would make the devil burn! A crisp, hardboiled tale by The Titans' Jay Faerber, with dynamic jump-off-the-page toned art by Eric Yonge! Cover by Tim Seelig. Squarebound. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $5.50 WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: FIANNA GN by Joe Gentile, Steve Ellis, & I. Daniel Scott The next volume in the noir universe of White Wolf's Werewolf: the Apocalypse role-playing game! Turn it up to "eleven" as a pack of strong-willed Fianna rock-n-rollers try to maintain their peace and sanity at an out of the way blues bar. Agents of the Wyrm have no intention of allowing this, or to allow the Fianna cause for a Wolf Sanctuary to happen. The tension in their ranks becomes a danger more powerful than any Black Spiral Dancer, as their camaraderie dissipates into a mess of drunkenness and frustration. The bad guys take full advantage of this, and try to pit the werewolves against each other, and plan an all-out assault as well, just for fun! Told through the expressive art of Steve Ellis, with gray-scale tones by renowned graffiti artist I. Daniel Scott! Cover by Eddy Newell. Squarebound. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $5.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: CHILDREN OF GAIA GN by Joe Gentile & Jerry DeCaire When a member of the "Children of Gaia" tribe hands a videotape (depicting a fellow tribe member shape-changing) over to a local television station, a bloody battle erupts, leaving many Lupine dead. The "Children of Gaia" cavern-elders send five peacekeepers to track down their Judas and bring him back for questioning. Unfortunately, these five members — members of the "pacifist" tribe of the Werewolf mythos — follow a trail littered only with violence and frustration. (STAR16224) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $6.95 *********************** MU PRESS WILD KINGDOM #14 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 MUTANT TOAST PRODUCTIONS BUSTER'S NEIGHBOURHOOD: KID COMET VS. THE AGENTS OF DOOM TP by Kaja Blackley & Alex Hawley; colored by Christina Blackley Buster Jones is no ordinary eleven-year-old boy, and his quiet suburban life is about to change forever! Nestled in his gentle neighborhood are aliens and monsters hiding in the shadows! When they emerge from the darkness, bringing terrible secrets to light, his fragile world crumbles, and Buster is faced with a destiny that will ultimately champion the universe… or enslave the human race! Perfect Bound. SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $15.95 NBM PUBLISHING THE YELLOW JAR HC by Patrick Atangan Introducing the delightfully precise and beautifully designed art of Patrick Atangan in a new series of adaptations of traditional Asian tales. This book, drawn in the ukiyo-e style (world of floating pictures), presents "The Yellow Jar," which centers around a simple fisherman and a beautiful maiden he takes as wife, after finding her in a magic jar. However, she is abducted by a demon warrior, who is considerably more powerful than the simple fisherman. But the fisherman's resolve, even after many unsuccessful attempts to rescue her, does not falter. In "Two Chrysanthemum Maidens," a monk is faced with two rather strange wild flowers in his carefully tended garden. They are wild and have planted themselves there at will. They are weeds… but they are lovely like women. HC, 8x6, 48pg, FC $12.95 ODDBALLZ #5 by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet A new set of stories takes off in this great, jump-on point issue! McConey takes a diversion and gets in the middle of the Wild West in "Blacktown." That's right! McConey is duelin', outlawin' and hard pokerin'! Plus: The Astronauts of the Future, after recovering from the shock of the revelation at the end of the first story, now bounce back to take control of their destiny! Bi- monthly. b&w $2.95 ODDBALLZ #1-4 SET Get the complete first stories of McConey and the Astronauts of the Future in one specially priced package! A combined value of $11.80, now just $9.95! Set (x4), b&w $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH LUIS ROYO: DREAMS SC—NEW PRINTING 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 $19.95 A TREASURY OF VICTORIAN MURDER VOLUME 4: THE FATAL BULLET by Rick Geary Geary explores the first assassination of one of our presidents in the hands of an obsessive-compulsive stalker, a deluded loser who thought his action would bring him national glory. Once again, beyond a mere presentation of facts, the author surreptitiously peels for us a bit of our national psyche. (STAR16219) SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $8.95 *********************** Amerotica GIRL: SECOND COMING VOLUME 2 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $10.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GIRL: SECOND COMING VOLUME 1 GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR 15190) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, FC $10.95 GIRL GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR 08952) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 144pg, b&w $15.95 GIRL: RULE OF DARKNESS GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR 12989) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $9.95 GIRL PRESENTS: BODY HEAT GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR 12805) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 Eurotica GRIN & BARE IT MAGAZINE #7 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 48pg, FC $5.95 NEKO PRESS THE LOST STOCK OF CHILDREN by Fsc Best Known for her lavish art in Nightmares and Fairytales from Slave Labor, this new story brings that same edge and suspense that you would hope to expect in this type of comic. Two friends find themselves going in circles as they discover they are lost in unknown surroundings. The two must find a way out of this insane world before they find themselves eaten by an unknown entity! b&w, 24pg $2.99 LILY (WHEN I WAS DEAD) TP by Butch Adams Lily returns to print in this brand new edition collecting the first series, originally published by Straitjacket Studios. This collection contains a brand new sketchbook section and chapter art. Lily is an insane ride that takes you to a world that can only be described as a cross between The Wizard of Oz meets Beetlejuice! From page to page you will see that anything is possible — the walking dead, crazy old grannies, and mad scientists — this books has it all! And let us not forget the adorable Lily herself! The new Lily series will be hitting stores early in 2003, so this is a starter collection to get readers up to speed for the things to come! SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.99 NEKO PRESS MINI-PRINT SET Neko Press has assembled this collector's print set from some of their favorite artists and their roster of titles. Each print features all-new art from Dark One, Billy Martinez, Fsc and Butch Adams. Each print measures 4" x 6"—with one random print per set being signed by the artist! All sets come packaged in a protective sleeve and are strictly limited to 1,000 sets. The perfect gift for that Neko-maniacs in your life! Set (x4), FC $8.00 KICKASS GIRL (SHUT UP AND DIE!) PRINT by Billy Martinez Rumors abound… and they're all true: 2003 will be the launch of the long-awaited Kickass Girl series! After two long years it will finally happen. To mark this occasion, Neko Press is presenting this classic piece from the Shut Up and Die! series from artist Billy Martinez. This black-and-white, 11" x 17" glossy print, comes bagged and ready for display. Limited to 500 copies, each signed by the artist. Print, 11x17, FC $5.00 NEW DIMENSION COMICS HOBBIT #1 SKETCHED EDITION This special limited edition features a huge (4" x 6") original sketch by series artist David Wenzel on the inside of the front cover. Limited to a mere 99 copies, this collector's edition will arrive in stores just in time for the debut of Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and the holidays! NOTE: Allocations may occur. FC SRP: $39.99 NEW ENGLAND COMICS THE TICK'S GOLDEN AGE COMIC #3 by Silvia, Garcia, Kazybrid, & Atkinson NEC Press continues its celebration of the Golden Age of comics with the third issue of their tribute series, printed in the "extra-wide" Golden Age format! This issue honors two of the comic genres which dominated the Golden Age of comics in the late 1940's and early 1950's — Romance and Crime — each versions available for order separately. The epic story concludes as the Tick and his super-hero assistants trail Herr Comrade Doktor Skar from South America back to The City, where the sinister super-villain disappears into the cesspool that is the evil underworld of this huge metropolis. In order to track down the wily bad guy, The Tick goes "undercover" as a private eye. And then a mysterious — but strangely gorgeous — woman walks into his office, desperate for his help... BLEEDING HEART COVER—FC, 40pg $4.95 CRIMINALLY MANIACAL COVER—FC, 40pg $4.95 THE O.S.S. IN WW2 #2 by Ron Ledwell The all-new second issue of The O.S.S. in WW2 focuses on covert warfare in the Far North, as Allied commando forces trek across the frozen wasteland of Arctic Norway to destroy a vital German weather installation. If you like stories of espionage and behind-the-lines action in World War II, this comic book is for you! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. b&w $3.75 NICE ONE ENTERTAINMENT OFFERED AGAIN O/A GET CARTER! THE LAST DRAGON SCOUT #1 by Hinds, Meihan & Tan Definitely not a movie-to-comic adaptation of the hit 1960's Hollywood classic, Get Carter! But it is a Singapore-produced, comical, lighthearted, superhero roller-coaster-of-a-romp, suitable for most age groups. A 14-year-old cosmic prophecy, Carter Chan, who is biblically hailed as "The Last Dragon Scout, Protector of the 9th Column," finds himself in a new city with his somewhat accident-prone DragonProtect, Bowbalee the Magnifique. Carter needs to keep a low profile until his tremendous PowerViscos matures, but he still manages to find himself in confrontation with city bullies, outer-galactic death warriors, and overzealous local law enforcement officers! FC, 40pg $3.50 *********************** NW STUDIOS SPIRIT OF THE AMAZON #1 by Orlando Paes Filho You won't want to miss this highly acclaimed comic! The second best-selling title in Brazil behind X-Men, this new action- packed story by Orlando Paes Filho brings not only a powerful plot but stunning visuals. Based in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, six extraterrestrials engage in a secret mission to battle the world's greatest danger: Man! The fight is intense as these creatures use their powers to affect all facets of nature against the multinationals, government bodies and industrial conglomerates that have formed a conspiracy to put the planet in grave danger. Join NW Studios for their U.S. debut edition; a tale involving a planetary battle against the rotten capitalism of our day. What you are going to read here is not that far from what our planet is currently facing. Ponder that while you are thinking about this new comic release from Brazil… FC, 32pg $2.95 OMEGA 7 INC. ZENITH/PROJECT OMEGA FLIPBOOK by Alonzo L. Washington In a future world, trapped under the boot of alien rule, a dark hero steps forward to lead a rebellion against the Techno-Kuhl and the Over Lord. These aliens feed off of humanity's very soul, and only Zenith, the Omega Man Beyond (descendant of the original Omega Man), is the Earth's last hope for freedom, justice, and survival! Also: in Project Omega, the Mighty Ace and his Hip Hop partner, Popsicle, are hired by the government to uncover the identity of Omega7's most mysterious anti-hero, Dark Wolf! In their investigation, Omega7's dynamic duo encounters vampires, witches, and demons, and gets some help from special guest-star, Shadow Knight! This special flipbook marks the 10 year anniversary of Omega 7 Comics—a feat no other African American comics series has ever met! 18 color pages of comic stories! FC, 24pg $5.00 ONI PRESS COURTNEY CRUMRIN & THE COVEN OF MYSTICS #1 by Ted Naifeh Comics' favorite curmudgeonly kid returns in her second mini-series! Just as Courtney was getting used to her new suburban existence (and the night things that inhabit it), things have gone topsy-turvy — again! Sure, her parents are still clueless. And no, the kids at school haven't changed their snobbish ways. Then there's Uncle Aloysius. He still spends most of his time in their house's grand library, but the frequency of his coven "business" trips has increased dramatically since Courtney and her family first arrived. What's behind this rise in mystic activity? You can bet Courtney's going to find out! Written and illustrated by Ted Naifeh (Gloomcookie), this new Courtney Crumrin mini takes the grumpy girl to a whole new level of mischief and misadventure! b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 COURTNEY CRUMRIN & THE NIGHT THINGS TP by Ted Naifeh Courtney liked her life. She had friends scattered throughout her city neighborhood. She enjoyed school, and her teachers and classes were the best. But that was before. Now Courtney's parents have dragged her out to a high-to-do suburb to live with her creepy Great Uncle Aloysius in his spooky old house. And while her parents have slipped easily into their new social status, Courtney now has to deal with snobby classmates and the strange shadowy visitors that often come to visit her uncle. In this new place, instead of kids from the neighborhood, her only friends are ghastly ghouls and spooky spirits. Hmmm… Maybe this won't be so bad after all! SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $11.95 ONI PRESS PATCHES Is your scooter jacket looking a little plain these days? Need something to spruce up your messenger bag? Oni Press has the answer with four all-new embroidered patches perfect for that warm winter coat, or as a little stocking stuffer for your favorite Oni fan. Featuring logos from Greg Rucka's Queen & Country, Chynna Clugston-Major's Blue Monday, Brian Wood & Steve Rolston's Pounded, as well as the Dave Gibbons-designed Oni head, these die-cut, heat-sealed patches are the perfect accessory for hip kids and old nerds alike! Each patch measures from 3" to 4". BLUE MONDAY—Patch $7.95 ONI HEAD—Patch $7.95 POUNDED—Patch $7.95 QUEEN & COUNTRY—Patch $7.95 QUEEN & COUNTRY: DECLASSIFIED #2 by Greg Rucka & Brian Hurtt Paul Crocker has gone to Prague, leaving his wife and any notion of a normal life far behind him in England. It's "make-or- break" time, as one Minder is already down, and Paul's last mission fizzled in failure. If he doesn't remove the Soviet defector safely this time around, it could be the end of his career — or even the end of his life! In this first-ever Queen & Country spin- off, Oni and Greg Rucka flash-back to the '80s to reveal the early days of Paul Crocker, one of the Eisner-winning series' most popular characters. See how the young man became the hard-bitten spy he is today! Drawn by Brian Hurtt (Skinwalker) with painted covers by Scott Morse (Elektra). MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 JASON & THE ARGOBOTS #4 by J. Torres & Mike Norton Jason hasn't had his robot for long, but their short time together certainly has been exciting! Together they've faced-down the amped-up Voltes Shockley, the fast and furious Go Go Diablo, and even the combined might of the Army! But Jason's first series of "robo-rumbles" aren't over yet! The insane, rock-eating Geo Slab is laying waste to poor, beleaguered Shimmer City, and the local police force doesn't stand a chance against this granite foe. Can Jason send Geo Slab back to the quarry and save his hometown without handing over Chiron to the military? What does a futuristic army need a robot for anyway? Will Jason ever let Juni tag along? Find out the answers in this conclusion to the Argobots' first mechanical mini-series by J. Torres (Sidekicks) and Mike Norton (The Waiting Place)! b&w, 24pg (4 of 4) $2.95 THREE DAYS IN EUROPE #2 by Antony Johnston & Mike Hawthorne Jack and Jill had such a wonderful vacation planned. Actually, they had two splendid trips completely plotted out. There's just one problem — they're both scheduled for the same three days! Now Jack's in Paris and headed for the gallery opening meant for Jill, while she gets ready to see Jack's all-time favorite band in London. Will their unexpected separation end in a greater appreciation of each other… or will the couple find new love abroad? The cross-continent ride continues with Antony Johnston (Frightening Curves) and Mike Hawthorne (Grendel: Red, White, & Black)! Cover by J. Bone. Check out a preview at www.onipress.com! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 5) $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A JASON & THE ARGOBOTS #1 by J. Torres & Mike Norton Every kid fantasizes of a mechanized friend that can tower over bullies and adults alike, take you to strange new places, and basically make you into the coolest kid on earth. Well, Jason's dreams are about to come true, or at least that's what he thinks when he finds a giant cybernetic hand sticking out of a crevasse near his desert home. What will his inventor grandfather and stubborn kid sister think of his ultimate toy? And what other trouble will the earthquakes that unearthed the giant machine man cause? b&w, 24pg (1 of 4) $2.95 ********************** STARS OF THE MONTH JETCAT CLUBHOUSE TP by Jay Stephens There are no rules in the Jetcat Clubhouse — unless you count the mandate to have a good time! But what can you expect from a secret society that includes the world's youngest rock star, an eight-year-old superhero, a dead boy king, and a monkey from outer space with bowel-control problems? Whether it's Oddette fighting big monsters through song, Tutenstein searching for what's going bump in the night, or Jetcat forming her own superhero team (the Two-Fisted Five!), Jetcat Clubhouse is a guaranteed laugh for kids of any age — be they in elementary school or the old folk's home! (STAR16449) Digest, 80pg, PC $10.95 CUT MY HAIR ILLUSTRATED NOVEL by Jamie S. Rich & Various Mason is young, and he hangs out with kids that are into bad music and bad haircuts. He lives in sunny California, where he spends his nights acting stupid in punk rock clubs and his days aimlessly reading comics and listening to tunes. The two most important things in his life are the girl who makes his heart beat at erratic speeds and the band with the strange boy he knows from high school—both of whom lead lives far more interesting than the one he leads himself. Unfortunately, his life is about to come crashing down on him in a barrage of angry fists and stomping feet! The debut novel by Oni editor in chief Jamie S. Rich, featuring illustrations by Scott Morse, Andi Watson, Judd Winick, Renee French, and Chynna Clugston-Major. Cover by Mike Allred (X-Force). Co-published by Crazyfish/MJ-12. (STAR16333) MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, 236pg, b&w $15.95 GUNWITCH: THE OUTSKIRTS OF DOOM TP by Dan Brereton & Ted Naifeh When the pistol-packing Gunwitch and his young charge, Evening Horror, find themselves in a small town ravaged by undead outlaws and true Hell's Angels — motorcycle ridin' vampires — The Gunwitch takes it upon himself to bring down both groups before any more innocents can be hurt. But as the undead protector embroils himself in the conflict, what once seemed to be an old fashioned turf war is revealed to be something much more sinister. (STAR15609) SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $9.95 SOULWIND IV: THE WAY THINGS NEVER HAPPENED TP by Scott Morse In volume IV, it's 1921, and near Yorkshire, England, 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, never-before-published material! (STAR12582) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $8.50 FORTUNE & GLORY: A TRUE HOLLYWOOD COMIC BOOK STORY TP by Brian Michael Bendis Marvel once again at the stupidity of Hollywood producers; the vanity of stars like Uma Thurman and Clint Eastwood; and the enthralling mood swings and ego nosedives of a little indy comic-book creator caught up in the maelstrom of the motion picture industry! Presented in a handy 6" x 9" format, this collection features brand-new pages left on the cutting room floor and not included in the original comics. The individual issues are becoming increasingly hard to find, and that's because everyone who read it didn't like it, they loved it. Introduction by Paul Dini. (STAR11570) MATURE READERS SC, 6x9, 128pg, b&w $14.95 ************************ PENNY-FARTHING PRESS THE VICTORIAN #18 by Houghton, St. Aubin, & Moussa As Act III of this epic mystery comes to a close, Leviticus "Doc" Shumpert realizes that the New Orleans police station harbors an evil secret that he cannot fully comprehend. For Eudora, that threat can inflict mortal consequences if the Victorian does not act on the girl's behalf. Featuring a vivid cover by Langdon Foss, this issue of The Victorian sets the stage Act IV's shocking revelations! FC, 32pg $2.95 ZENDRA #6: THE MERCY OF HIS MEANS by S. Moore, Montiel, & Buelna Penny-Farthing's epic science fiction miniseries concludes! As the planet Zendra faces a massive invasion on its surface, Halle — Zendra's champion — battles an unexpected enemy, thousands of miles below at the planet's core. Is there a connection? And can Halle find it in time to save her world? Cover by Keu Cha. FC, 24pg (6 of 6) $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH LOCH VOLUME 1 HC by Marlaine Maddux & Courtney Huddleston Hidden deep beneath the surface of Loch Ness, a young plesiosaur and her friends are preparing to take on the most difficult task of their lives — growing up. Nessandra, the last of her kind within the Loch, and the heir apparent to Loch leadership, must live up to her responsibility and guide her friends on the dangerous Knowledge Journey where they will discover new wisdom about the Drywalkers (humans) and the changing environment outside the Loch. (STAR16199) HC, 64pg, FC $17.95 LOCH VOLUME 2: KNOWLEDGE JOURNEY HC by Maddux, Huddleston, Johnny B., & Chuckry Having left the comfort of their home beneath the Loch in Part 1, Nessandra, Krakey, Bolt, and Allura are filled with a mixture of excitement and fear as they must meet new creatures and go on new adventures. The Knowledge Journey begins. Part II introduces them to the unforgettable character Mon Louie and his wisdom. What lies ahead of them will test the limits of their strength, intelligence, and maturity. (STAR16200) HC, 64pg, FC $17.95 LOCH PART 3: DISCOVERY HC by Maddux, Huddleston, Beware, & Chuckry In Part 3 of Loch, new mysteries abound as the explorers find a hidden, magical city that reveals the answer to a longstanding mystery. The discovery changes the future for one Loch resident and offers new insights into the process of growing up for the others. As the journey continues, though, more changes affect the travelers and forever alter the Loch's destiny as well as its leadership. Join Nessandra, Krakey, Bolt, and Allura as they encounter the Shimmering Solons on the legendary, sunken island of Atlantis, and confront the villainous giant squid, Horgum. Part 3 unveils the true importance of the Knowledge Journey and offers the promise of homecoming to the explorers. (STAR16249) HC, 66pg, FC $17.95 POORHOUSE PRESS STARS OF THE MONTH WILL EISNER'S 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. (STAR14721) SC, 8x11, 158pg, b&w $22.99 WILL EISNER'S GRAPHIC STORYTELLING by Will Eisner & Various Graphic Storytelling undertakes to discuss the principles of conveying stories and narration with the sophisticated combination of text and imagery. While the comic book medium is the main focus, Graphic Storytelling also recognizes the influence of film and electronic dissemination. (STAR14722) SC, 164pg, b&w $22.95 ********************** RADIO COMIX GOLD DIGGER: EDGE GUARD TP by John Barrett with Fred Perry At long last, the complete Gold Digger: Edge Guard mini-series is collected into one big volume! In the mystical world of Jade, a proud group of adventurers called the Northern Edge Guard are sent on dangerous missions to keep the peace. But one of their own has mysteriously deserted ranks during the traditional Festival period. Can Tirga unlock the mystery of the sinister Eastern Guard of Kitsune before Sheila's heart is stolen away by their cunning? All seven issues of the only official Gold Digger spin-off series are collected into this trade paperback, plus Barrett's original Edge Guard story from Gold Digger Annual, and an all-new cover! SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $19.99 FURRLOUGH #120 by Various Furrlough: Your Only Monthly Source For Anthropomorphics! Inside, you'll find the great story-telling you've come to depend on over the years, with more of Roz Gibson's "Jack Salem", filled with more dark suspenseful drama. Also, the romantic "Ebin and May" by Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia, and Curt Werner's "Wahzoo Underground". Cover by Roz Gibson. b&w, 32pg $2.99 MANGAPHILE #18 by Various The "Magazine for Manga Fans" continues with plenty of comics, articles and American manga artwork! This issue features "Fists of Whimsy" by Powerpuff Girls writers Sean Caroline and Jen Moore, with art by Eddie Perkins. Schoolgirls were never so cute — or so packed with evil! Also in this issue: "Tobias" by Jessica Moffett, and shorts my Aimi Tokutake, Diana X. Sprinkle, and Brandom Graham. Articles include another educational chapter of Pat Duke's "Photoshop for Comics," Daniel Kanemitsu's "Doujin World," plus manga reviews and news. Painted cover by Susan Meyer. b&w, 48pg $3.99 Sin Factory GENUS #57 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 REBELLION BUTTON MAN: THE KILLING GAME GN by John Wagner & Arthur Ranson Harry Exton was a hired gun, a soldier of fortune… but that was before he was offered the chance to earn even more money by taking part in The Game. Bored millionaires each hire a "Button Man" and set these trained killers against each other in a fight to the death. Vast sums of money are bet between the names as to who would win each contest. But when Harry decides to quit the game, he finds the only way out is death. Trouble is, nobody bothered to tell Harry exactly whose death they meant… (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, FC $24.00 HEWLIGAN'S HAIRCUT GN by Peter Milligan & Jamie Hewlett With just a pair of plastic safety scissors, Hewligan crafts himself the haircut to end all haircuts, little realizing it could be the haircut to end the existence of, well, existence! Join him and Scarlet O'Gasmeter as they run from the laws of physics and rational page layout, on a quest to find the big stone heads that keep turning up in Hewligan's fevered dreams, and return the world to (relative) normality (and find out why the hole in Hewligan's Haircut looks the same from any angle)! Hewligan's Haicut was drawn by Jamie Hewlett, who was not only responsible for the legendary Tank Girl, but the globally renowned cartoon pop band, Gorillaz! This book is a collectors' edition of material that has been unavailable for over ten years. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, FC $16.00 JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #201 The biggest and best Megazine yet — 100 pages of entirely new material, plus a 48-page supplement containing the complete vampires-at-war classic, Fiends of the Eastern Front—plus a huge double-sided poster and wall planner! In this issue: A complete 20-page Dredd thriller from legendary creators John Wagner & Carlos Ezquerra; Vampire adventurer Devlin Waugh returns in "Red Tide" by John Smith (Vampirella) & Colin Macneil (America); The Family by Rob Williams (Cla$$ War) & Simon Fraser (Nikolai Dante); and Bad Karma by Pat Mills (Slaine, Marshal Law) & Simon Davis (Sinister Dexter)! All this plus masses more, including and a few surprises and two more installments of Thrill-Power Overload!, David Bishop's secret history of 2000 AD. (CAUT: 4) FC, 100pg/48pg $10.99 2000 AD PROGS #1320-1321 The Autumn Offensive comes to an explosive climax as Captain Jack Dancer faces the final battle with the evil Dr. Orlando Doyle and his zombie henchmen in "The Red Seas: Under the Banner of King Death" by Ian Edginton (The Establishment) & Steve Yeowell (The Invisibles); Alos: Alien Hunter Marshall Holt in "Asylum" by Rob Williams (Cla$$ War) & Boo Cook; and Sinister Dexter in "The Off-Lode Experience" by Dan Abnett and Simon Davis. Plus: Judge Dredd by John Wagner and various guest artists! (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea. 2000 AD CHRISTMAS PROG 2003 2000 AD celebrates Christmas with a bumper issue, featuring both new and classic characters by some of the biggest talents in the business! The lead story is Part 1 of Judge Dredd vs Aliens: Incubus , a massive new 16-part serial by John Wagner, Andy Diggle and Henry Flint, in which the future lawman must battle against an infestation of the deadly creatures in Mega-City One! Also in this issue: Celtic warrior Slaine stars in "The Books of Invasion" Part 1 by Pat Mills and Clint Langley; Russian rogue Nikolai Dante by Robbie Morrison and John Burns; Banzai Battalion in "Save the Fitz!" by John Wagner & Ian Gibson; Rogue Trooper in "Angels" by Gordon Rennie & Simon Coleby; The V.C.s in "Escher's Well" from Dan Abnett & Anthony Williams; and new horror series, Caballistics, Inc., makes its debut, by Gordon Rennie and Dom Reardon! Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99 RENAISSANCE PRESS AMELIA RULES: IN WITH THE OUT CROWD—ORIGINAL ART EDITION by Jimmy Gownley This special edition of the first Amelia Rules trade paperback comes with a page of original art randomly selected from issues #1-5 of Amelia Rules! These are the original Pen-and-Ink drawings by series creator Jimmy Gownley, used in the production of the Amelia comic books. Plus, each copy of the book is signed by Gownley! A perfect gift for the Amelia Rules fan, or for fans of original comic art. All packed flat in a decorative Amelia folder. Limited to 100 sets. (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC (+Art) $60.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A INDIAN SUMMER: THE AMELIA RULES LITHOGRAPH This gorgeous full-color lithograph depicts the entire gang rocking out to Aunt Tanner's tunes. Measuring 18" x 24" and printed on heavy Acid-Free paper, this would make a great addition to any wall! REGULAR EDITION—FC, 18x24 $14.00 SIGNED EDITION—FC, 18x24 $23.50 SADDLE TRAMP PRESS HOLLIDAY #3 by Dave Samuelson & Jason Wright This issue: the final showdown between Doc and Ringo and the Horsemen! The boys take the battle straight to the Horsemen's home, and if the two come out of this scrape alive, they'll have an even bigger problem… each other! b&w, 24pg $2.50 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS THE HUMPTY DUMPTY CHRONICLES by Perkins & A. Williams, Garcia, & Gray In a new twist to an old character with a magical blend of epic storytelling, Humpty Dumpty has been proclaimed King protector for all the magical creatures living in Lady Gwendolyn's enchanted forest. A glorious pact has been signed by the pixies, elves, and animals living in Hidden Hedge, creating an alliance as these wonderful inhabitants of the "Hedge" await the advance of a horrible specter known only as Black Rolph and his army of forest trolls! Hidden Hedge is a timeless village nestled in the heart of an ancient forest. For years, King Godwyn has protected Humpty Dumpty and Lady Gwendolyn from the encroachment of humans into this magical realm. But now King Godwyn must journey to a distant land on an unwelcomed crusade. And in his absence, he has asked Humpty Dumpty to keep a watchful eye on the meager trail that leads to the very heart of Hidden Hedge. This stand-alone story features exquisite art and will serve as a wonderful holiday present for the comics fan! Squarebound. b&w, 48pg $5.99 NEW HORIZONS #14 by Kacey, Doove, Asche, Addlesee, & Payne Bernard Doove's legendary Chakat characters make their comic book debut! These feline versions of centaurs and "foxtaurs" have been furry favorites for years, and artist Kacey Maltzman brings them to comic life in this issue. Also, the continuing features Beans N' Hay, Fawn, and St. Georgie. Plus, whatever else comes in through the pet door! MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.99 SFA SPOTLIGHT #15: WOMEN IN FUR 2002 by Various It's time again for a look at all the female creators in anthropomorphic comics. Unlike mainstream comics, the majority of furry writers and artists are female, and they bring a completely different outlook to the field. From the pioneering Terrie Smith to new talents like Cindi Harrington (this issue's cover artist), it's a kaleidoscope of talent! MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $4.99 SHOOTING STAR COMICS SHOOTING STAR COMIC ANTHOLOGY #1 by Various With a Special Introduction by Denny O'Neil! Featuring eleven original stories by nine writers, these stories cover a wide array of genres and taste. Find tales of Action and Adventure with Tsalosha, Aym Geronimo, and the Post Modern Pioneers; stories of costumed heroes with Fishnet Angel, Bedbug, The Defender, Yellow Jacket and the Emerald Mantis. Some off-the-beaten path tales also come to you with Nick Landime and Mike Von Fange. This 80-Page Giant also gives readers the much- anticipated original Western Tale by Chuck Dixon (Birds of Prey, Way of the Rat) and Enrique Villagran. Cover by Steve Lieber (Detective Comics). b&w, 80pg $5.95 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT BANZAI GIRL #3 by Jinky Coronado & Wilson Tortosa Writer/model/co-artist Jinky Coronado and Battle of the Planets artist Wilson Tortosa present the third full-color chapter in the Banzai Girl saga! In this issue, as the dreaded Shadow Whisperers take over the bodies of the town's adults, Jinky and Katie uncover a weakness that may give them the edge against the alien invasion. But that's only the beginning: The shopping mall monster — a hideous snake creature — continues to capture and consume lovely, unsuspecting schoolgirls… including Michelle! She's arguably in good company: Miss Miko, one of Asia's biggest female movie stars, is also on the plate for dessert, and only Banzai Girl can save them! All this, plus a swimsuit beauty pageant! Plus, look at these bonuses: Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Will Conrad contributes a sizzling Banzai pin-up; another page from Jinky's Photo Album; more strips from "Katie's World"; and a babe-a-licious back cover from artist Al Rio! Bi-monthly. Also available in as a special limited edition photo cover featuring Jinky Coronado in costume, signed and numbered to 1,000 copies by Jinky herself! (CAUT: 2) REGULAR—FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 SIGNED/PHOTO—FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $12.00 DOGWITCH #3 by Daniel Schaffer Shrieking Violet Grimm goes to the town of Bane to deliver her latest video and drops in to a bar where she ends up drinking with a bunch of blokes/fans who recognize her. It turns out one of them is an incubus, and he convinces her to get into his witchgrinder (a big... well... sex machine). However he doesn't mention that the machine will drain all her energy in order to keep him ticking over and entertain the rest of the boys. But, you've guessed it!, they all get more than they can handle from Violet in an overload of kinky brainsex— all done incredibly tastefully of course! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 THE POISON ELVES COMPANION Compiled by Keith J. Davidsen While Poison Elves is on hiatus, as Drew Hayes recuperates from his recent hospital stay, Sirius is proud to offer The Poison Elves Companion. This is an abridged print edition of The Poison Elves Encyclopedia for the PC-challenged, featuring a massive 40-pages, jam-packed with detailed descriptions and illustrations of all things under the Amrahly'nnian sun. It's got illustrated histories, biographies, weapons, maps and more — plus a few new surprises! It's the perfect jumping-off point for creating your own Poison Elves role-playing game. Drew has also created an all-new cover for this project! b&w, 40pg $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH POISON ELVES: THE MULEHIDE YEARS TP by Drew Hayes This phonebook-sized trade paperback collects the entire 20-issue run of Drew Hayes' original self-published Poison Elves series. As an added bonus, Sirius has restored Drew's original versions of I, Lusihpur #1 and #2 to this collection. (STAR13974) SC, 7x10, 480pg, b&w $34.95 POISON ELVES VOLUME I: REQUIEM FOR AN ELF TP by Drew Hayes The first volume in the high-quality, trade paperback reprints #1-6 of Drew Hayes' breakthrough I, Lusiphur comics, the pre- cursor to Poison Elves. The painted cover is provided by Janine Johnston. (STAR01803) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.95 SCARY GODMOTHER: GHOUL'S OUT FOR SUMMER TP by Jill Thompson This epic story centers on the origin of Scary Godmother and the lives of her Fright Side friends during one extended Summer Break. As Hannah goes off to suffer through a summer camp nightmare with her cousin Jimmy, Bug-a-Boo spends a horrible vacation with his nagging parents, and Orson is shipped off to Summer Ghoul with the Dark Master — an ancient and demented vampire whose pupils never graduate! But Scary Godmother gets the worst deal of all when her school days chum, Tinkaree, kidnaps her and takes her place as the Queen of the Fright Side! (STAR 16258) SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $14.95 DARK ONE'S ANIMAL MYSTIC FIELD GUIDE illustrated by Dark One In Dark One's Animal Mystic Field Guide, you'll find 64 pages of full-color pin-ups by one of the masters of comic and fantasy illustration; many of them focusing on Animal Mystic's star, Queen Jatarri! (STAR12847) SC, 4x6, 64pg, FC $9.95 BROM'S LITTLE BLACK BOOK This book has it all: demons, monsters, automatons, brigands, and loads of Brom's signature subject: femme fatales! At times horrific and frightening, other times stunningly beautiful (and sometimes both), Brom's paintings never cease to enthrall the viewer with a glimpse of another, far more dangerous world. (STAR13563) SC, 4x5, 64pg, FC $9.95 ********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A BROM POSTER #5: VEXATIOUS by Brom Popular fantasy and horror artist Brom releases his third set of posters from Sirius! In Vexatious, the mesmerizing stare of this seductive demon will have you staring back for hours. So hang this enthralling image on your wall to help build your very own legion of minions. Printed on heavy bond paper. Comes rolled in a plastic tube. Poster, 19x25, FC $6.95 ************************ SKY DOG PRESS BUZZBOY: TROUBLE IN PARADISE TP by Gallagher, Hauk, & Tucker The Washington Post calls Buzzboy "Part Seinfeld-like humor, part slam-bang superhero action." After a triumphant debut at the 2002 San Diego Comic-Con, Sky Dog Press presents this newly-remastered Buzzboy trade paperback, collecting the original, critically-acclaimed Buzzboy mini-series, with over 20 pages of extra art and features! Buzzboy is a teen sidekick that never grew up; a too-much-TV-watching, junk-food-eating super hero — and Earth's only hope?! Teamed up with a sarcastic young sorceress, and an ex-mad scientist (who gave up being evil for baking), Buzzboy must battle his Elvis-impersonating ex- mentor, Lord Ultra, for the fate of the world! Get in on the pop-culture-loving, upbeat fun of Buzzboy! With a cover by Michael Avon Oeming (Powers). SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $11.95 SLEEPING GIANT COMICS ALTERCATIONS #1 by David Yurkovich with Alfred Pinchley Writer/artist David Yurkovich returns to comics with his first full-color album. With Altercations, Yurkovich redefines the super-hero icon, and chronicles the real history of super-heroics in 20th century North America with a separate story from each decade. Award-winning essayist Alfred Pinchley provides introductory commentary to each chapter. SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC (1 of 2) $8.95 SQP PUBLISHING SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN 3 PACK Three different copies of Savage Sword of Conan (3 random issues from #118-215) and/or Conan Saga (3 random issues from #2-97), pre-packed in a clear plastic bag! For those devotees of their favorite Cimmerian berserker, this is a terrific and low- cost way to fill in their collections, or find copies they've never found before! All are out-of-print issues of these long-running Marvel magazines (from the mid-Eighties onward), and are varied from pre-pack to pre-pack. Pack (x3), b&w $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN JUDGE DREDD: HALL OF JUSTICE by Various Some people are born to become Judges. Others are drawn to it for reasons of their own. But the best kind of Judge is cloned at the peak of purity, when his or her genetic make-up kit is in perfect working order! Such a Judge is the fabled (and foul- tempered) Joe Dredd! Stories of his, and other Judges perhaps not as good at their jobs, are featured in this full-color collection. Story and art by John Wagner, Alan Grant, Pat Mills, Ian Gibson, Mike McMahon, Cliff Robinson, and Ron Smith. Cover painting by Steve Fastner and Rich Larson. SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $7.95 *********************** SUGARLAB ÜBERBABE: SAME AS IT EVER WAS #2 by Lisa Voldeng & Gerry Fournier "Without being hit by shrapnel or injured in any way, totally as a result of the violent shock… a so-called cataleptic state develops, a dreamlike benumbed consciousness, in which the patient appears disoriented about place and time, making all sorts of confused remarks, often tied to the shock experience." -Alois Alzheimer, professor of neurology, University of Breslau Germany, 1915. The outer edges of the First World War: A woman, shell-shocked, confused, stands naked in front of a tomb. Time to wake up! Überbabe is a very smooth, very smart, very stunning ascended babely master. She traverses universes with her babely accoutrements (cutting wit, curvaceous splendor, panther agility, and an armory of advanced physical and mental weaponry), battling (or beguiling!) bad boys, bad girls, and bad aliens alike. Full-color cover, red, black and white interiors. Printed 7" square, the cover mimics a double-record cover: one side holds a companion CD containing Überbabe theme songs, the other side holds the interior pages of the comic. Interior pages printed on glossy paper. Cover art by Fish Griwkowsky; design and layout by Melina Chen Lew. MATURE READERS PC, 24pg (2 of 4—Note Price) $6.95 ÜBERBABE: "SAME AS IT EVER WAS" ICON POSTER Überbabe icon poster measuring 18" square, printed in black, red and white on glossy stock. Poster, 18x18, PC $10.00 ÜBERBABE: BIG BOY LOGO STICKER Classic Big Boy logo sticker, measuring 2" x 3". Feel his power. Sticker SRP: $2.00 ÜBERBABE: BIG BOY CLASSIC FITTED TEE Classic Big Boy Logo tee, for your wearable pleasure. Feel his power. Pre-shrunk, 100% cotton crewneck tee, red and white on black. L-XL $28.00 SUMMERTIME COMICS THE INVINCIBLE ED #2 by Ryan Woodward Is Ed Dead?! Hardly. In fact, a semi-truck, a car explosion and a falling tree don't even leave a mark! But it sure does hurt! So how could a high school geek train to be a superhero in the morning and chill with the girl of his dreams in the evening? Life couldn't get any better for Edward… that is, until Lance Lundgrin rears his ugly head. Introduction by Sam Raimi, director of Spider-Man! FC, 32pg (Note Price) $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE INVINCIBLE ED #1 by Ryan Woodward An alien race has decided to grant superhuman powers to one human in order to preserve the planet Earth. However, in a botched-up plan, Lance Lundgrin, an all-American jock/bully, must share his new powers with the ultimate geek at Chesterton High School, Ed! FC, 24pg (1 of 6) $3.50 ************************ TERRA MAJOR PREY #1 by Shane L. Amaya & Bruno D'Angelo The deaths of soldiers from four different time periods are examined in bold vignettes by the writer of Roland: Days of Wrath. Introducing Brazillian artist Bruno D'Angelo! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ROLAND: DAYS OF WRATH TP by Amaya, Ba, & Moon Roland is a moving and poignant story of war and vengeance, fraternity and betrayal, and faith and wisdom that will take them into a vivid medieval world of tenuous politics and treacherous pagan citadels. All four issues have been re-bound in a new, durable 10pt.-paperback cover. (STAR12247) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC SRP: $17.95 ************************ TITAN BOOKS JUDGE DREDD: THE DAY THE LAW DIED HC by Wagner, Bolland, & McMahon When Judge Dredd returns from the Cursed Earth, he's convicted of murder! Now, with Dredd out of the way, the stage is set for the ascent to power of the crazed head of the Special Judicial Service — Judge Cal! With the insane Cal in charge of Mega- City One, the law soon becomes a nightmare as the Judges turn on the citizens. Only Dredd, aided by a handful of wounded Judges, can stop the madness — and save Mega-City One from its darkest hour yet! Featuring work by fan-favorite Brian Bolland (Batman: The Killing Joke) and classic Dredd artist Mike McMahon (Sláine, A.B.C. Warriors), this deluxe hardcover edition is a must for every Judge Dredd and 2000 AD fan! Cover by Brian Bolland. (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 144pg, b&w $24.95 TANK GIRL VOLUME 4: THE ODYSSEY TP by Peter Milligan & Jamie Hewlett A twisted take on Homer's classical Greek epic — brought to you by Peter Milligan (X-Force) and Tank Girl co-creator and artist, Jamie Hewlett (Gorillaz) — Tank Girl: The Odyssey makes a few "minor" changes to the original. Booga, husband of Tank Girl, is being wooed by countless Hollywood producers, and without his wife there, his resolve is crumbling. Tele, their TV-headed son, knows that he must contact his mother... setting off a chain of events that will see Tank Girl face death itself, the siren call of gothic rock, a cyclopean hotel proprietor, and a host of other scenes and characters from The Odyssey... given the — ahem — "idiosyncratic" Tank Girl treatment! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 104pg, FC $15.95 TRANSFORMERS: RAGE IN HEAVEN TP by Furman, Senior, & Galan The galaxy-spanning saga of Transformers: Generation 2 continues! As Jhiaxus and the new Cybertronians continue their remorseless advance across the universe, colonizing and mecha-forming planets as they go, the Autobots and the Decepticons enter a wary alliance against this common foe. But the threat of Jhiaxus and all he represents pales in comparison to the Swarm, a faceless mass consuming Transformers wholesale. What is it? Where did it come from? The answers strike close to home, and for Optimus Prime, only one course of action remains... he must die! Plus: treachery from Starscream (of course), Megatron unleashed, and the most shocking ending of all time! Cover by Andrew Wildman. Collects Transformers: Generation 2 issues #7-12. (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JUDGE DREDD: THE CURSED EARTH by Mills & Wagner, McMahon, & Bolland When a lethal plague devastates Mega-City Two, Judge Dredd volunteers to deliver the vaccine that will save its last remaining inhabitants. But first he must make the 1,000 mile journey across the Cursed Earth, the lethal radioactive wasteland which separates the cities. With cannibals, dinosaurs, mutants and criminals of every stripe between the Judges and their goal, it's not going to be a smooth journey...! Cover by Brian Bolland. (STAR16248) HC, 9x12, b&w $24.95 ********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A TANK GIRL 2 by Alan Martin & Jamie Hewlett Join Tank Girl as she escapes from the asylum, goes back to comics school with Hewlett and Martin, meets Sheriff Harry Poussini, enjoys a 'Summer Love Sensation', and goes on the road with Jack and Neal in 'Blue Helmet'! Plus, detective adventures with Booga in 'Askey & Hunch', Hewlett and Martin's Guide to Joy, and much more - including a priceless chance to join Booga's Treehouse Club! Who could ask for more? Who would? MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $16.95 ********************* TOKYOPOP Graphic Novels AKIRA CINEMANGA VOLUME 1 TP by Katsuhiro Otomo In 2019, Neo-Tokyo rises from the ashes. But the government is beset with corruption and barely maintains control over the powerful military. Childhood friends Tetsuo and Kaneda become entangled in Neo-Tokyo's secret past when their motorcycle gang encounters a military operation to retrieve an escaped experimental subject. In the conflict, Tetsuo is captured and subjected to similar experimentation that grant him psychic powers. When Tetsuo's emotional stability breaks down and his powers rage out of control, Kaneda must do everything in his power to stop him! The widely popular anime classic from the mid-eighties, from renowned director Katsuhiro Otomo, is serialized utilizing images digitally captured from the re-mastered source material for the movie! SC, 5x7, 160pg, FC (1 of 5) $14.99 ANGELIC LAYER VOLUME 4 TP by CLAMP Nobody thought Misaki Suzuhara would make it this far in the Angelic Layer tournament. After a rocky start and some less than honorable opponents, she's well on her way to victory. But her latest opponent is her most difficult yet. Ohjiro Mihara is called the Prince of the Layer, and for good reason. With his speed-type angel, Wizard, he's unstoppable. Has Misaki reached the end of the road? SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (4 of 7) $9.99 GTO VOLUME 8 TP by Tohru Fujisawa GTO (Great Teacher Onizuka) continues to hammer the three R's (Recklessness, Raucousness and Bottle Rockets) into Holy Forest's Sophomore Class 4! Just when things are looking peachy, one of his students — who happens to be a genius gone bad — returns to school just in time to blackmail him! GTO needs to crack this nut before she cracks him, and his plan involves a motorcycle, an incomplete high suspension bridge and Vice-Principal Uchiyamada's brand new Toyota Cresta! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (8 of 20) $9.99 GUNDAM WING: LAST OUTPOST VOLUME 1 TP by Hajime Yadate A.C. 195. Earth and its surrounding colonies were fighting the bloodiest war mankind has ever known. But on the remote asteroid colony of MO-V, life continues as normal. It's not long, however, before OZ agents come to enlist the colony in the battle for independence from Earth rule. Now the once neutral colony not only finds itself lending resources to OZ, but they are under attack by a mysterious group who call themselves the Stardust Knights. When Odel Bernett, the colony's top pilot, is shot down in combat, his younger brother, Odin, must don the experimental new Mobile Suit, the G-Unit, and fight to defend his home! SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (1 of 3) $9.99 INITIAL D VOLUME 5 TP by Shuichi Shigeno The street racing scene in Gunma Prefecture is fierce, sporting some of the best racers in all of Japan. But the winds of change have started to blow as Tak and his Eight-Six go head-to-head against Ryosuke "Ry" Takahashi and his Mazda RX-7. Can Tak defeat the best racer in Gunma Prefecture, or will the Red Suns conquer Akina on their way to glory? SC, 5x7, 208pg, b&w (5 of 20) $9.99 ISLAND VOLUME 7 TP by In-Wan Youn & Kyung-Il Yang In this final climatic volume, Pan and Aikawa are ready for a showdown as John and Monk Seinana still fight insanely. Kyoichi observes silently, thinking everyone has lost their mind. Miho's been asked by the criminal to expose the bones to the world, but she finds herself in deeper trouble before the dirty deed is done. While Investigator Chong seeks out Miho to make her claim responsibility for the criminal's wrongdoings, Kyoichi helps find the displaced bones a suitable location that will become their final resting place. SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w (7 of 7) $9.99 KARE KANO #1 by Masami Tsuda Straight A's, athlete and overall "Ms. Popularity," Yukino, is the perfect student. Or at least that's how she appears to the outside world. But when the curtains are drawn, a lazy young egomaniac lurks who will do anything and everything to be the top student in her school. Yukino finds her resolve put to the test as after years as the Idol of her class a threat emerges in the more perfect Soiichiro. A good-natured, studious and athletic boy he is her equal in every way but one — that behind the act is a genuine heart driven to succeed. Yukino is desperate to regain her status anyway she can, but through embarrassing flub-ups at every turn, Soiichiro remains untouched even as they find respect for one another, and maybe, after all the dust has cleared, something more. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #3 (MAR02 2421) SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 13) $9.99 KODOCHA VOLUME 5: "SANA'S STAGE" TP by Miho Obana Kodocha is the smash-hit comedy series from Japan about what happens when child star Sana Kurata tries to "fix" the problems of everyone around her. And there are a lot of problems to solve! In Volume 5, Sana has zero confidence in her budding romance with Hayama, and is unsure if their relationship is destined to sizzle… or fizzle. When Hayama pretends to be Fuka's boyfriend while Sana is on location, rumors fly and tempers flare. Then when a sleazy tabloid prints a false story about her alleged "hot-and-heavy romance" with Naozumi, Sana is forced to fight back — especially when she is attacked by Naozumi's jealous fans! Sana won't give up either, until these kings of sleaze eat their words… and clear her name once and for all! SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w (5 of 10) $9.99 LOVE HINA VOLUME 8 TP by Ken Akamatsu Keitaro Urashima made a promise to his childhood sweetheart that he would get into Tokyo University. Well, he's failed three times and the girl of his past has been replaced with six girls in his present. Keitaro has taken the entrance exam once again and having fallen asleep halfway through, he fears the worst. Consumed with embarrassment and shame, he flees on a journey of introspection and redemption. It's up to the crew at Hinata House to track him down and bring him back to face reality. Time is running out, and Naru falls ill at a critical moment. Why is Naru trying so hard to find him? SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (8 of 14) $9.99 MARS VOLUME 8 TP by Fuyumi Soryo A bad boy can change a good girl forever. Rei is the school delinquent. Kira is shy and studious. What they see in each other is a mystery to their friends. What they find in each other is a miracle to themselves. With a style that is artistic and chic, this tale of restless and confused high school love will appeal to young girls everywhere. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (8 of 15) $9.99 PEACH GIRL VOLUME 8 TP by Miwa Ueda When Sly Sae blackmails Toji with incriminating pictures of Toji and Goro, he feels the only way he can protect Momo is to go along with Sae's scheme and distance himself from her. Momo can't believe that her red-hot romance has cooled so suddenly and quickly falls into a deep depression. Kiley does his best to cheer her up, and Momo soon questions her fiery feelings for him. As the new school year begins, Momo and Kiley are assigned to the same homeroom -- and so are Toji and Sae. Everything comes to a head at a school field trip in the mountains, when sneaky Sae can't resist pulling another dirty trick on Momo. When Kiley heroically saves the day, Momo can't help but wonder if he's her knight in shining armor… SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (8 of 13) $9.99 PRIEST VOLUME 4 TP by Min-Woo Hyung Temozarela, a fallen archangel with plans to upset the supernatural order, has sent his strongest minions to battle Ivan Isaacs. The last corrupt preacher to battle Ivan, Jarbilong, was defeated at Isaacs' hands. Now Temozarela must find a new way to stop Isaacs. The fourth volume of the controversial Korean horror series begins to explain the origins of Ivan Isaacs, a priest who sold his soul to the devil Belial. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (4 of 9) $9.99 RAGNAROK VOLUME 5 TP by Myung Jin Lee & Richard A. Knaak Loki, greatest of the Assassins, returns to his guild only to find that his people have been slaughtered. His only clue points to Chaos, so Loki sets off to find and kill him. Yet, he's not the only one looking for Chaos — Skurai, himself, wants to hunt him down. Now Chaos, who recently discovered that he is the reincarnation of the god Blader, must fight two of the most deadly warriors in Midgard. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (5 of 10) $9.99 SORCERER HUNTERS VOLUME 13 TP by Satoru Akahori & Ray Omishi In the land of Spoolner, there are the sorcerers, who possess magical abilities, and the lowly parsoners, who do not. For ages the parsoners have been the subject of abject cruelty at the hands of rogue sorcerers. Enter the Sorcerer Hunters! Things are getting complicated for our heroes. It turns out that Carrot is actually the reincarnation of the Lord of Destruction! As if that isn't bad enough, the body of Carrot and Marron's late mother Apricot, has been inhabited by the evil Almond Rassel, and Tira and Chocolat have just fallen at the hands of Lord Sacher — their father! Revelations and action abound and the fate of the world hangs in the balance! SC, 6x8, 184pg, b&w (13 of 13) $12.99 STARS OF THE MONTH CARDCAPTOR SAKURA: MASTER OF THE CLOW VOLUME 1 TP From CLAMP, the same team that brought you Magic Knight Rayearth, Clover, Chobits and Angelic Layer! A whole new adventure begins! Though Sakura has completed her quest and collected all of the Clow Cards, she must now face an even greater challenge. A new boy has appears at her school claiming to be the reincarnation of Clow Reed, the powerful magician who made the Clow Cards. What does he want? Is Sakura strong enough face the cards' creator? (STAR16277) SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 COWBOY BEBOP VOLUME 2 GN by Hajime Yatate & Yutaka Nanten The exciting misadventures of the motliest crew of bounty hunters this side of Ganymede, as currently seen on Cartoon Network! Spike Spiegel, Jet Black and Faye Valentine are on the hunt for new targets, inspired by the hit anime series. Cowboy Bebop blends science fiction, spaghetti westerns, film noir, and jazz music into a new genre that's all about style. As each volume features four stand-alone adventures, this is the perfect time to find out what all the excitement is about. (STAR16282) SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 GTO: GREAT TEACHER ONIZUKA VOLUME 4 GN by Tohru Fujisawa When trouble at school reaches the boiling point, Eikichi Onizuka is left to wonder if his job, and all of his teaching dreams, are history. But the promise of a date with a cute co-worker means he can't give up now! It'll take more than violent kids and the killer school sports meet to keep Onizuka from crossing the finish line. And if can get through this big mess, he may finally become the Great Teacher he's destined to be. (STAR16291) SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 GUNDAM WING: ENDLESS WALTZ GN by Yadate & Tomino, & Tokita The Gundam pilots are back, and their Mobile Suits are better than ever as they wage one last battle for permanent peace! The year is After Colony 195, and the Gundam boys have taken a stand for eternal peace by deciding to destroy their robotic weapons, Gundams. The peace is broken, however, when Mariemaia Khushrenada, who claims to be the daughter of the late Oz leader Treize, kidnaps Relena and declares a war of independence against the United Earth Sphere Nation. Perhaps it's time to pull those Gundam units out of retirement… (STAR16292) SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w $9.99 MARMALADE BOY VOLUME 2 GN by Wataru Yoshizumi Miki's boy-trouble spills onto the tennis courts in the second volume of Marmalade Boy! When hotheaded Ginta's doubles partner is injured, his rival, Yuu, is the only one with the skills to fill in. It's a big game for both parties, as they're playing against Ginta's cousin Tsutomu, who also happens to hate Yuu for stealing the girl that he liked in junior high! Things get even more heated when Yuu's former girlfriend Arimi shows up at the game and becomes affectionate with Ginta to make Yuu and Miki jealous. Confused? You won't be once you pick up the most addicting teen soap opera on the market! (STAR16301) SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 ********************** TONY RAIOLA LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE REPRINT EDITIONS Collecting dailies from 1929! Newspaper strips never before published! Choose from "The Pro and Con," from 6/12/1929- 9/19/1929; and "The Man of Mystery" from 1929. MAN OF MYSTERY—SC, 88pg, b&w $9.50 PRO & CON—SC, 88pg, b&w $9.50 TERRY & THE PIRATES CANADA DRY GIVEAWAY REPLICA SET This set replicates three classic giveaway comics featuring Terry and the Pirates strips from the '40s, presented in an exact reprint of the original format , but with more durable, heavy stock covers. These 7 ¾" x 3 ¼" comics were originally 1953 premiums given away to purchasers of Canada Dry sodas. All three replica editions come sealed together in a protective plastic bag. Set (x3), FC $9.50 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS PISTOLWHIP: THE YELLOW MENACE TP by Jason Hall & Matt Kindt The Pistolwhip boys are back with a thrilling new graphic novel that's really going to make your Pistolwhip machine hum! Jack Peril is the beloved hero of radio, comics, and the silver screen, but is his existence merely fictional? What does a series of grisly murders and a new lecture series condemning the pulse-pounding parables of said Mr. Peril have to do with it all? And just who is The Yellow Menace? Mitch and Charlie, along with Ray (the luckless cop) and Isla (the inquisitive maid), plan to find out! The two-time Harvey Award nominated Pistolwhip made TIME Magazine's 2001 Top Ten list of best comics, and was also named the best Indy comics of 2001 by Wizard Magazine. Don't miss this exciting new Pistolwhip release! SC, 8x11, 144pg, b&w $14.95 WHERE HATS GO GN by Kurt Wolfgang Top Shelf is proud to present Kurt Wolfgang's self-published graphic novel, Where Hats Go. Most recognized for his mini comics Lowjinx #2: Understanding Minicomics and Lowjinx #3: The Big Rip-Off!, this time the Xeric grant and Ignatz award recipient, Kurt Wolfgang, has created a 160-page wordless masterpiece. In a city where the wind never ceases, a young boy loses his most prized possession to a mischievously swirling gust. From the windy streets to the punishing halls of elementary school, to the musty lair of a fortune telling gypsy, the boy presses on to find the elusive destination of his cherished cap — and finds much more. Combining a classic "cartoony" style with formal innovations, Kurt Wolfgang gently nudges the boundaries of the wordless novel in this imaginative, poetic and timeless tale of lost and found. SC, 4x6, 160pg, b&w $8.00 STAR OF THE MONTH PISTOLWHIP by Matt Kindt & Jason Hall Tune-in your dial to the smashing debut of Pistolwhip! A naïve bellhop's struggle towards a life's ambition…an expatriate musician on the run…a young woman's battle with her paranoia and her past…and the mysterious figure who wants to control their lives. Set in an exotic atmosphere of a by-gone era, Pistolwhip is a marvelous tale crafted with a crime noir feel and an artistic style reminiscent of the best European graphic novelists. We promise you will be rewarded with each re-reading of this elaborate narrative. (STAR13698) SC, 8x11, 128pg, b&w $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A MEPHISTO AND THE EMPTY BOX by Jason Hall & Matt Kindt Exciting news: Singer/Jensen Entertainment has optioned the rights to Mephisto for feature film development. Mephisto is part of the well-renowned Pistolwhip series of books. On the night of their wedding, John and Carolyn Flynn attend the performance of a stage magician called Mephisto. But what dark and sinister secrets does Mephisto's devilish magic box hold for the newlyweds that will forever change their lives? Mephisto… a moody and enigmatic tale of one man's obsession with lost love and newfound magic. SC, 8x11, 24pg, b&w $3.95 ********************** TYNDALE HOUSE PUBLISHERS STAR OF THE MONTH TRIBULATION FORCE VOLUME 4 GN by Augustyn, Ryan, & McLeod Two prophetic strangers continue to proclaim disturbing truths as Carpathia's plan for world domination begins to be unveiled. Strong covert governmental opposition and startling discoveries combine to shatter the seemingly calm surface of the world. The Trib Force stands firm against the ever-increasing evil that threatens their very future! Cover by Aaron Lopresti & Randy Emberlin. (STAR16220) SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $5.99 *********************** VAMPEROTICA ENTERTAINMENT VAMPEROTICA: LUST FOR LUXURA #2 by Kirk Lindo The origin of Luxura continues as she recounts her beginnings as a Vampire to her ally — and enemy — The Bloodhunter. The story continues as Luxura meets the ancient Vampire who will change the course of her existence forever. Longtime fans of Vamperotica will surely want to read this chapter of Luxura's origin! This issue also continues the extensive, reader-friendly "The Story So Far…" section to get readers, old and new alike, caught up with the "Red Reign" storyline. Plus: "Kirk Lindo's Vamperotica Notes," aimed at giving readers inside hints and a clearer view of the dynamics between all the characters involved in the "Red Reign" saga. Also available in a Nude Cover Edition! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Nude cover not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. MATURE READERS REGULAR—b&w, 32pg $2.95 NUDE (Adult)—b&w, 32pg $3.95 VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS STERANKO: ARTE NOIR The largest, most comprehensive volume of the controversial creator's work ever published, packed with hundreds of color and black-and-white images — some never before collected in book form! This massive publication incorporates eleven chapters of behind-the-scenes stories and analytical insights about the controversial artist/writer/performer in a high-quality, perfect-bound deluxe format edition, printed on 80lb coated matte stock with a heavy, full-color, laminated cardstock cover with flaps, and housed in a hard-surfaced leatherette, crimson-foil embossed slipcase. Each copy will be autographed by Steranko. Limited to 3,000 copies worldwide, with no other editions planned. The book will ship on December 1, 2002. NOTE: Not available in Spain. SC, 8x10, 200pg, b&w $50.00 JOE SIMON'S THE COMIC BOOK MAKERS SC by Joe & Jim Simon Readers have been enchanted with the Golden Age of comics through Michael Chabon's The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay. The Comic Book Makers tells the real stories of the era, written by a participant of the age. After creating Captain America, Simon became Marvel's (Timely) first editor-in-chief and teamed with Jack Kirby to produce Captain America and various comics, and produced the first Captain Marvel comic book. With Young Romance and Young Love, Simon & Kirby created the entire genre of romance comics. Simon created and published Sick Magazine, the original Spider-Man, The Prez, Brother Power, The Geek, and edited for Fox, Archie, Harvey, and Crestwood. In his book, Simon tells the compelling, definitive history of the creators. Meet the crime comics editor who would himself be accused of a gruesome murder, the horror artist who was periodically released from a mental hospital in order to meet his publishing deadlines, the famous Senator Estes Kefauver, whose subcommittee investigated comic books as a cause of juvenile delinquency, and dozens of other fascinating personalities. Joe co-wrote The Comic Book Makers with his son Jim Simon, who grew up knowing many of the great artists, writers, and publishers. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #3 (MAR022450) SC, 8x11, 200pg, PC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH EYES OF LIGHT: THE FANTASY DRAWINGS OF FRANK BRUNNER SC The work of Frank Brunner reflects a unique sensibility, combining heroic design, and lush eroticism with touch of whimsy. After a long career of work for many top animation studios, this seminal illustrator of the classic Dr. Strange, Warp, Elric, and Howard the Duck is showcased in this prestige retrospective of his comics and fantasy art. Compiled by Dean Motter and J. Davie Spurlock, with an introduction by Elric creator Michael Moorcock. (STAR15885) MATURE READERS SC, 112pg, b&w $16.95 ********************** VEROTIK THE INQUISITOR #1 by Glen Danzig & Various Expanding the Satanika Mythos, Verotik brings Hell's regal troublemaker and confidante, The Inquisitor, in his first-ever solo book! Featuring three separate stories by Glenn Danzig, with art by Ted Naifeh (Gloom Cookie, Gunwitch), J.H. Williams III (Promethea), and Rafa Garres (Lobo, Judge Dredd). All with chapter headings by the Mighty "Biz," Simon Bisley! Painted cardstock covers by Simon Bisley. MATURE READERS FC $3.95 VENUS DOMINA VS. AKUMA-SHE CANDLEMASS SPECIAL ALTENRATE COVER EDITION by Glenn Danzig & Tim Vigil Verotik's ultimate beauty against Verotik's ultimate monstrosity. Venus Domina goes head to head with the red devil rave-girl from Hell, Akuma-She! Story by Glenn Danzig, and art chores provided by Tim Vigil (Faust). Features an alternate cover by Ted Naifeh (Gloom Cookie). (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS FC SRP: $10.00 SATANIKA #5 FAN CLUB COVER EDITION by Glenn Danzig & Eric Canete Newly resurrected, Satanika emerges from Hell, only to face an attack by a phalanx of angels! Find out how much the "new" Satanika has changed. Limited edition Fan Club cover by Eric Canete. Cardstock covers. MATURE READERS FC SRP: $5.00 STAR OF THE MONTH THE INTENSE ART OF SIMON BISLEY The first-ever mind-blowing collection of Bisley paintings and artwork! This beautiful coffee table book features some of Bisley's best paintings and also includes a section with some of his pen-and-ink and sketch work. Cardstock cover. (STAR07185) MATURE READERS SC, FC $24.95 ****************** VIZ COMICS Magazines SHONEN JUMP VOLUME 1 #2 FEBRUARY 2003 The world's biggest comic, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color info on Yu-Gi-Oh!, Dragon Ball Z and other CCGs, video games and anime, plus amazing manga stories! Inside: NEW! Naruto: Growing up in the village of Konohagure, trained in the ninja arts, the attention-seeking orphan Naruto never seemed to fit in. Little did he know the reason why he was feared, for crimes committed by his previous self...! Dragon Ball Z: Out of nowhere, a Super Saiyan with a sword destroys Freeza and King Cold, saving the Earth! Who is Trunks, and where did he come from? Yu-Gi-Oh!: The King of Games takes control of Yugi, avenging him against crooks and bad guys by challenging them to the weirdest games ever! Yu Yu Hakusho: Yusuke is taken to the other world to face the dread King Enma, judge of the dead! Will he possess his old enemy Kuwabara to deliver a message to his friends in the world of the living? One Piece: On his quest to become King of the Pirates, Luffy decides to put together his crew... and his first choice is the imprisoned bounty hunter Roronoa Zoro! SandLand: Sheriff Rao and Beelzebub are attacked by a gang of desert bandits! Squarebound. (CAUT: 3) Magazine, 304pg, PC $4.95 ANIMERICA VOLUME 11 #1 JANUARY 2003 Fascinating features on the latest and greatest anime, exclusive interviews, news on what's new in Japan and what's arriving soon in America, plus exclusive columns, interviews with voice-actors, anime reviews, video games, model kits and how to build them, anime soundtracks, and more! Remember, If It's Anime in America, It's Gotta be ANIMERICA! Squarebound. Magazine, 96pg, FC $4.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA VOLUME 6 #1 JANUARY 2003 The greatest shôjo and shônen manga! 160 pages of beautiful art and stunning stories, plus fan art, and manga features! In this issue: It's Christmas time in Mangaland! Find out some of the Japanese customs surrounding this western tradition. Then, take an In Depth look at Katsura's other hit, I"s! Manga serials in this issue include: Short Program 2: An odd get-together at the 5X4P; Fushigi Yûgi: Nuriko stands between Ashitare and Miaka's death! Video Girl Ai: Ai's almost erased! But before Yota can find her, he bumps into Nobuko! Steam Detectives: The Steam Detectives take steps to battle Le Bread. Chicago: Back to Bay District D to find...the new world! Revolutionary Girl Utena: The seduction of Utena! Marionette Generation: Izumi has a heart-to-heart with Lunch. PLUS! The return of the PULP hit, Banana Fish! Magazine, 160pg, b&w $4.95 VIZ IN MAGAZINE JANUARY 2003 Your monthly guide to new releases from Viz Comics, Viz Video, and Viz Music, Viz-In Magazine is North America's manga and anime connection! Don't miss this free monthly full-color poster and sneak peeks at your favorite graphic novels, videos, music, and merchandise. Tabloid MSRP: $0.00 Viz Kids DRAGON BALL PART 5 #7 by Akira Toriyama Tenshinhan has turned from the evil teachings of the Crane Master, but now beating Goku is nothing less than a matter of pride! Using every technique at his disposal, he grows four arms, then levitates into the air and prepares to destroy the entire arena — Goku into a "ring out" if he survives at all! (CAUT: 3) b&w, 48pg (7 of 7) $2.95 DRAGON BALL VOLUME 10 TP by Akira Toriyama The early adventures of monkey-tailed hero Son Goku, now available in the original right-to-left Japanese format! After finally finding the seven Dragon Balls, Goku and his friends go their separate ways, promising to meet again in three years — at the 22nd Tenka'ichi Budokai martial arts tournament! But Yamcha, Kuririn, Goku and Kame-Sen'nin won't be able to breeze through the tournament this time, because their opponents are Tenshinhan and Chaozu, the mysterious disciples of Tsuru- Sen'nin, the "Crane Hermit", Kame-Sen'nin's old rival! Will Crane style kung fu beat Turtle style? (CAUT: 3) SC, 192pg, b&w $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH DRAGON BALL Z VOLUME 9 TP by Akira Toriyama Now available in the original uncensored right-to-left Japanese format! Goku and Captain Ginyu — trapped in each other's bodies due to Ginyu's mind-swapping powers — fight it out to the end! Then, Kuririn and Gohan use the Dragon Balls to summon the true Eternal Dragon and wish Piccolo back to life. But the evil emperor Freeza has discovered how they tricked him to get the Dragon Balls, and rushes across the planet to punish the fools who stole HIS wish! Together, Kuririn, Gohan, and Vegeta — and Piccolo??! — must fight Freeza, the deadliest fighter in the galaxy! (STAR16090) (CAUT: 3) SC, 192pg, b&w $12.95 *********************** HAMTARO: LET'S PLAY! VOLUME 2 TP by Ritsuko Kawai Full-color games, puzzles, and original Hamtaro picture book stories! Stick 'n' Play reusable stickers that can be put on the pages in different spots. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for kids to learn all they can about the lovable creature Hamtaro by using their imaginations and their hands! SC, 16pg, FC $7.95 POKÉMON ADVENTURES VOLUME 7: POKÉMON ELITE TP by Hidenori Kusaka & MATO Pokémon comics based on the original Game Boy game...not the TV series! As Bill and Lt. Surge face their darkest hour, help comes from a most unexpected direction — Red returns! Then, high above the caves of Cerise Island Blaine and Yellow's battle against Lance intensifies as both side bring out the most powerful Pokémon in their arsenals. But just as victory seems within reach, Blaine's time runs out with Mewtwo and now it's up to Yellow to finish the job. Can this spunky yet inexperienced trainer defeat one of the most powerful trainers in the world? SC, 208pg, b&w $13.95 ZOIDS: CHAOTIC CENTURY VOLUME 11 TP by Michiro Ueyama Van, Zeke and Caesar fought Hanna Hanna and her Death Stinger to a standstill, but the Death Stinger can be repaired, and with Doctor F helping with the upgrades, the destructive ZOID comes back even more terrifying than before! Is there anyone who can help Van stop the murder-machine? b&w, 72pg $5.95 Comics & Graphic Novels THE ALL-NEW TENCHI MUYÔ! PART 2 #3 by Hitoshi Okuda Sasami's new elementary school has been invaded by... alien space bunnies?! But the kawaii beings are actually ferocious killers, and it's up to Tenchi and Co. to stop them and save the hapless humans! b&w, 32pg (3 of 5) $2.95 BASTARD!! #13: EMPRESS!! PART 3 by Kazushi Hagiwara As Dark Schneider continues his duel with Arshes Nei—his onetime lover and fellow master of elemental magics—the Efreet, spirit of flames, attacks the Nue, spirit of water, consuming them both. Castle Metallicana buckles under the intense heat as the two wizards race towards a fiery collision which only one will survive! (And if it isn't D.S., how will he ever return the 500 yen he borrowed from Yoko?) MATURE READERS b&w, 64pg $3.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BASTARD!! VOLUME 1 TP by Kazushi Hagiwara The kingdom of Metallicana is under attack by the dark forces of four evil armies sweeping the world. As orcs and giants besiege their citadel, the desperate defenders turn to a legend that a virgin's kiss may awaken "Dark Schneider," an ancient evil wizard sealed within the body of Lucien, a seemingly normal 14-year-old boy! Dark Schneider, the chaotic, lecherous wizard, has returned to life… only barely restrained by the magic that forces him to obey his host body's teenage stepsister, Yoko! (STAR16087) MATURE READERS SC, 200pg, b&w $14.95 *********************** BATTLE ANGEL ALITA: LAST ORDER PART 1 #4 by Yukito Kishiro Alita's now…sixth replicant appears to take her on and tries to attack with a titant blade! Will our Alita's molecule splitting, Damascus blade be enough to fend off Número Seise?! b&w, 32pg $2.95 THE BIG O PART 3 #2 by Hitoshi Ariga In a run-down loft in Paradigm City, a starving artist—black clothes, beret and everything—finds a new muse for his paintings: Dorothy! But can he keep it to a painter-model relationship, or is he in love with the android? b&w, 48pg (2 of 4) $3.50 CERES, CELESTIAL LEGEND PART 4 #3 by Yû Watase Strange things are happening at the hospital where young Shota Kuruma is receiving treatment. Patients are having uncontrollable outbreaks of rampant telekinesis leaving a trail of carnage and destruction. Will Ceres be able to gain control of the situation? Meanwhile, Aki is beginning to realize that he has the most inappropriate feelings for his twin sister Aya — and he is appalled at himself. b&w, 48pg (3 of 4) $3.50 INU-YASHA PART 7 #5 by Rumiko Takahashi Koga kidnaps Kagome in order to use her for her special powers to see fragments of the Jewel of the Four Souls. Not only that, but now he also starts to develop feelings for her. Oh dear! Will Inu-Yasha appear and be able to save her from this dangerous man, or is she really in trouble this time… emotionally and physically?! b&w, 40pg (5 of 8) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JUNKO MIZUNO'S CINDERALLA TP by Junko Mizuno Junko Mizuno's Cinderalla is this uniquely styled artist's take on the classic fairytale. Her delirious color illustrations, while displaying super-flat cuteness, also incorporate elements of grotesquerie and politically sharp black humor. Her style has been described as "cute-but-deadly" and "grotesque-cute." Dad and the stepsisters are zombies, "Cinderalla's" family runs a yakitori restaurant, and the sickly Prince is on permanent I-V support! Mizuno turns this classic story about class, labor, and the social role of women on its head with a distinctly post-pop, post-feminist consciousness. (STAR16197) SC, 120pg, b&w $15.95 *********************** MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 0079 VOLUME 8 TP by Kazuhisa Kondo After a fierce battle at the Federation's headquarters at Jaburo, the White Base is launched to Side 6 ahead of the rest of the fleet to act as a decoy. On the colony, Amuro meets and befriends gifted "Newtype" Lala Sun—a girl with abilities not unlike his own. But the relative peace is about to be shattered when Zeon admiral Conscon comes hunting for the White Base with a seemingly insurmountable force of Mobile Suits! Can even Amuro fight his way out of this trap? SC, 184pg, b&w $9.95 PROJECT ARMS PART 1 #4 by Ryoji Minagawa Ryo Takatsuki and Hayato Shingu's arms can transform into grotesquely deformed superweapons. They discover the third ARMS — and he just transferred into their high school. But Takeshi Tomoe turns out to be a snivelling kid who is prone to getting beat up by bullies — that is, until his ARMS activate...! b&w, 40pg (4 of 16) $3.25 RANMA ½ PART 11 #10 by Rumiko Takahashi Yay! A magical bucket is found, that acts like a homing device of sorts, and will lead everyone to the magical tea kettle containing the water needed to get them un-trapped from their wrong forms. We've got P-Chan in pig form, Mousse as a duck, Ranma in his female personac — but it's Herb that makes it there first and successfully gets back to the man he wishes to be. Will he prevent the others from getting that sacred water, too? b&w, 32pg (10 of 11) $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH RANMA ½ VOLUME 20 TP by Rumiko Takahashi In this volume: Genma receives a letter in the mail one day from none other than Ranma's mother… and she's coming to visit! In a state of panic, Genma tries to flee with Ranma in tow only to be stopped by Soun. Why is Genma so terrified of his former wife? Maybe because he promised her that Ranma would grow up to be the manliest of men or face seppuku (ritual suicide)! (STAR16209) SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA VOLUME 2: TO PLANT TP by Chiho Saito In this volume: Jealous of Utena's abilities, Juri faces off against her supposed rival in another bizarre duel. But against Juri's superior skill, it will take a miracle for Utena to beat her! Then, Utena has become good friends with Miki, another member of the mysterious student council. But due to the manipulations of the enigmatic entity known as World's End, Miki chooses to challenge Utena to a duel! Can Utena bring herself to raise a sword against her friend? (STAR16156) SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 SHORT CUTS VOLUME 1 TP by Usumaru Furuya So what is this fascination with that extreme variant of the Japanese teenage girl; that highly evolved creation of Japan's frenetically trendy consumer culture... the ko-gal? Short Cuts is the comic strip that takes you on a bizarre illustrated journey into the ko-gal's world. In his American book-publication debut, creator Usumaru Furuya takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the ko-gal with his characteristic bizarre, irreverent, and often surreal humor! (STAR16260) SC, 5x7, 120pg, b&w $12.95 *********************** SILENT MÖBIUS: HELL PART 12 #1 by Kia Asamiya It's the beginning of HELL! Tokyo is under seige and an gigantic Lucifer Hawk ravages the A.M.P. headquarters building! Meanwhile, Katsumi Liqueur puts Lum Cheng under a hypnotic spell and is about to move in for the kill. As per usual, things aren't looking good for the A.M.P. b&w, 40 pages (1 of 5) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SILENT MÖBIUS VOLUME 8: ADVENT TP by Kia Asamiya It has been a full year since Roy's death and the A.M.P. each receive and e-mail from a woman claiming to be Katsumi. Suspicious of a proposed junkyard rendezvous, their old friend's appearance only confirms that Katsumi has become corrupted by Nemesis! Now, the A.M.P. must develop strategies against an enemy that knows them better than they know themselves! (STAR16260) SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 ********************* VAGABOND #14 by Takehiko Inoue Musashi must come to terms with what is perhaps the greatest obstacle he has faced in his young swordfighting career — an opponent he cannot defeat. He strives to become invincible, but will the sublime skill of Hozoin Inshun be more than he can handle? Instead of giving up, he must train harder, and Musashi turns to Hozoin In'ei, for guidance. But will his greatest rival's master provide him with the wisdom that he seeks? MATURE READERS b&w, 80pg $4.95 VAGABOND VOLUME 4 TP by Hayao Miyazaki Amidst new powerful government in Japan, a young man sets out on a journey seeking spiritual enlightenment by the way of the sword, prepared to slay anyone who might get in his way! After Musashi single-handedly takes on the Yoshioka School, Gion Toji, one of the schools strongest fighters, is out for revenge. Meanwhile, Mushashi and his wild young disciple set out for Nara to face the challenges presented by the ferocious spear technique of the monks of Hozoin Temple. All the while, Musashi is struggling between his growing feelings of love for Otsu and his devotion to the way of the sword. SC, 208pg, PC $12.95 VIDEO GIRL AI VOLUME 5: SPINOFF TP by Masakazu Katsura Naoto's wildest dreams come true when he gets a video girl of his very own—Video Girl Mai! But this video girl is on a shadowy mission for Ai's creator, and she's gunning for the aberrant video girl! Then, Ai discovers her true nature and goes back to living with Yota, but how will Nobuko feel about this new living arrangement? SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 X/1999 VOLUME 9: REQUIEM TP by CLAMP Fuma's relentless assault on the utterly unprepared Kamui continues and finally the unthinkable happens—Fuma cements his status as a Dragon of Earth. Afterwards, Kamui resolves to join the Dragons of Heaven, but recent events cause him to regress into a cryptic dreamstate. Only Subaru Sumeragi has the ability to tear Kamui from these visions, but will he make it in time? SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 STARS OF THE MONTH X 1999 GN'S by Clamp Separated by death from his only family, handsome high school student Kamui Shiro returns to Tokyo, where he grew up, and rediscovers his childhood friends, brother and sister Fuma and Kotori Monou. But Kamui's homecoming leads to more than just a reunion—Kamui is inheritor to a strange destiny that could decide the fate of the entire world! b&w, 5x7 VOL. 1: PRELUDE (STAR04709) $15.95 VOL. 2: OVERTURE (STAR03150) $15.95 VOL. 3: SONATA (STAR07343) $15.95 VOL. 4: INTERMEZZO (STAR07632) $15.95 VOL. 5: SERENADE (STAR10054) $15.95 VOL. 6: DUET (STAR11004) $15.95 VOL. 7: RHAPSODY (STAR16425) $15.95 VOL. 8: CRESCENDO (STAR16426) $15.95 ************************* MAGAZINES SECTION PREMIER VENDORS GEMSTONE PUBLISHING COMIC BOOK MARKETPLACE #97 In this issue of Comic Book Marketplace Superman artist Curt Swan is profiled by author Edward Zeno, who has just written a new book: Curt Swan: A Life in Comics, which is being published by Vanguard, who brought us that super book on Hal Foster by Brian Kane. Paul Gravett will review the book and author Zeno will discuss the making of the book. Also in CBM #97, we uncover the future of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents as PULSE's Jennifer Contino interviews John Carbonaro about the upcoming archive and statues. Look for our regular columns: Oddball Comics by Scott Shaw!; Inspiration Central by Bill Baker; Nolan's Notebook by Michelle Nolan; Collectable Character Statues by Mike Wilbur; CBM Marketwatch by our Advisors; The Naiman Report by Michael Naiman; Marketplace Mail and much, much more! B&W with Color Gallery. COVER A (Curt Swan) $5.95 COVER B (T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents) $5.95 MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES ALTER EGO #19 Editor Roy Thomas' Alter Ego kicks off its new monthly schedule with a bat-signal spotlight on Dick Sprang, the ultimate Golden Age Batman artist! Behind two fabulous full-cover covers (by Sprang and Fred "Tomahawk" RAY), you'll find Dick Sprang profiled and interviewed — with classic and unseen art! There's rare Batman art and artifacts by Bob Kane, Charles Paris, Shelly Moldoff, Max Allan Collins, Jim Mooney, Carmine Infantino, Alex Toth, and other Golden/Silver Age greats! Vintage Batman illustrator Jerry Robinson is interviewed about Tomahawk and 1940s cover artist par excellence Fred Ray! Plus: There's FCA with Marc Swayze, C.C. Beck, et al.—Michael T. Gilbert on Wally Wood's Flash Gordon, Part 2, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 COMIC BOOK ARTIST #25 Learn the ABC's of Alan Moore's America's Best Comics in our December issue! Behind a new J.H. Williams III cover featuring Promethea and her mentor, the Wizard Moore, there's a massive, in-depth interview with the superb, award-winning writer, as well as talks with many of his ABC collaborators, including Chris Sprouse, J.H. Williams III, Gene Ha, Rick Veitch, Jim Baike, Kevin O'Neill, and even letterer Todd Klein and editor Scott Dunbier! On the flipside, we give the spotlight to Jack B. Quick's superb artist, Kevin Nowlan, with a new cover, extensive interview, and definitive checklist. The Great Moore speaks in December! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 116pg, b&w $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A COMIC BOOK ARTIST COLLECTION VOLUME 2 TP Compiling the sold-out Comic Book Artist #5-6, TwoMorrows Publishing is proud to present Comic Book Artist Collection Volume 2 featuring celebrations of the great Marvel and DC Comics creators of the 1970s! It includes over 20 pages of new features including an in-depth examination of Steve Englehart and Marshall Rogers' Batman masterpieces from the 1970s, and a comprehensive look at the rarely seen Cancelled Comics Cavalcade, perhaps the most collectible DC Comic of that decade! The contents of this latest trade paperback also include great interviews and artwork by Neal Adams, Bernie Wrightson, John Romita Sr., Marie Severin, Mike Kaluta, Sergio Aragonés, Nick Cardy, Frank Brunner, Dave Cockrum, P. Craig Russell, Tom Sutton, Sam Glanzman, Howie Post, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) SC, 8x11, 208pg, b&w $19.95 ******************** COMIC SHOP NEWS #808-811 Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly publication about comics. Each issue is eight pages, full color. Weekly features include "CSNsider" (the latest in comics news) and "Ins & Outs," which chronicle major comings and goings. Other features include the "CSNquiry: What's Next?," monthly Hot Picks, gaming news, First Issue Checklist, and the only monthly, alphabetical checklist of everything available including Diamond item codes for easier ordering! Fresh, fast, and fun, CSN proves every week why it has been comics #1 publication for 15 years. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PI Ea. COMIC SHOP NEWS WINTER PREVIEW This CSN Winter Previews covers hundreds of comics from dozens of publishers due from December 2002 through February 2003. This handy guide will help readers pick from the best bets for the upcoming season. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PI COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1518 Mr. Silver Age's wish list! See what Mr. Silver Age (a.k.a. Craig Shutt) suggests for holiday giving for comics fans. And regular columnists Tony Isabella, Peter David, and Andrew Smith warm readers with their commentary they can't get anywhere else. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1519 Fawcett firsts. In December 1942, Golden Age publisher Fawcett Publications introduced two new characters to its line with the first appearances of both Mary Marvel and Hoppy the Marvel Bunny. Mary's intro also completed the triumvirate known as The Marvel Family. CBG focuses on those seminal events in this special issue. In addition, Craig Shutt, Peter David, Andrew Smith, and Tony Isabella provide columns and insight that you just can't miss. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1520 February focus. As 2003 dawns, CBG's retailer panel looks at comics scheduled for February shipping. In addition, check out CBG's in-depth analysis of the sales of CGC-graded comics versus their non-graded counterparts. Plus, check out what columnists Peter David, Andrew Smith, Tony Isabella, and Craig Shutt have to say this week! (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1521 DC 2003 preview! CBG checks in with the folks at DC to see what's in the works for early 2003. In addition, columns by Andrew Smith, Tony Isabella, Craig Shutt, and Peter David round out the issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1522 Marvel 2003 preview! Make merry with Marvel's early 2003 plans. Plus, check out CBG's in-depth analysis of the CGC sales market. And columns by Andrew Smith, Tony Isabella, Craig Shutt, and Peter David round out the issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $3.50 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #152 This is the top-selling U.S. comic news magazine in Europe! This magazine covers both mainstream and indie titles with 22+ pages of all-company news, over 100 reviews of current on-sale titles, plus regular columns on Internet gossip, market overviews, comics and film reports, international festival guide, in-depth Q&A with many answers by top professionals, investment tips, heated comics debates, and listings of all major mainstream and indie titles shipping next month — with full credits and story synopses. Plus, "Hotshots" and "Close-ups" on key titles. (Comics International) Magazine, 84pg, PC $2.25 COMICS REVUE #201 Featuring Modesty Blaise by Peter O'Donnell and Jim Holdaway, Mandrake the Magician by Lee Falk and Phil Davis, Alley Oop by V. T. Hamlin, Steve Canyon by Milton Caniff, Flash Gordon by Dan Barry, Gasoline Alley by Dick Moores, Krazy Kat by George Herriman, Tarzan and the City of Ashra by Dan Barry, Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, Buz Sawyer by Roy Crane, and a full color Casey Ruggles Sunday by Warren Tufts. (Manuscript Press) Magazine, 100pg $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PANEL DISCUSSION TP Don't miss this second chance to read the combined knowledge of more than a dozen of the industry's top storytellers, covering all aspects of the art of writing and designing comics, from pacing, story flow, and word balloon placement, to using color to convey emotion, spotting blacks, and how gutters between panels affect the story! Learn from the best, as Will Eisner, Scott Hampton, Mike Wieringo, Walter Simonson, Mike Mignola, Mark Schultz, David Mazzucchelli, Dick Giordano, Brian Stelfreeze, Mike Carlin, Chris Moeller, Mark Chiarello, and others share hard-learned lessons about the design of comics, complete with hundreds of illustrated examples. When should you tilt or overlap a panel? How can sound effects enhance the story, and when do they distract from it? What are the best ways to divide up the page to convey motion, time, action, or quiet? If you're serious about creating effective, innovative comics, or just enjoying them from the creator's perspective, this in-depth guide is a must-read! (TwoMorrow'\s Publishing) SC, 8x11, 208pg, b&w $19.95 ********************* SKETCH MAGAZINE #18 Despite their disguises, the 80's pop culture sensation Transformers has made no effort to hide its wave of comic success. Pat Lee and Dreamwave have made millions of 21st century bot-fan dreams come true. Join Sketch Magazine as Transformer's illustrator Pat Lee demonstrates that there is more than meets the eye at Dreamwave Productions. Adding to the excitement, Sketch supplies instructional columns on digital coloring, penciling, scripting, etc. –– all the "how-to" both Autobots and Decepticons alike need to transform themselves into the ultimate artist, all explained in an eye-catching, informative, and attractive format. (Blue Line Pro) Magazine, 64pg, b&w $5.95 SPECTRUM SUPER SPECIAL #2 Interviews with Tim Bradstreet (Batman/Deathblow), Gary Gianni (Solomon Kane), Adam Hughes (Wonder Woman), Chris Sprouse (Tom Strong), and Barry Windsor-Smith (Storyteller) from past issues of Spectrum have been collected into one volume, and all have been updated with new art and follow-up discussions! Plus: an all-new interview with supreme movie poster artist Drew Struzan (Star Wars; Indiana Jones)! This volume also includes an analysis of the art and career of Michael Golden, and a special color section featuring prime examples of work from most of the artists. (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, 144pg, b&w $24.95 TRIPWIRE MAGAZINE VOLUME 5 #3 Tripwire's full color relaunch continues, as the magazine turns its focus to Joss Whedon and his new Firefly series! In this Joss Whedon special, the magazine will be getting the full lowdown on the new series, talking to its producers as well as Whedon himself. It'll also be looking at the future of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel. Rick Veitch reveals all about the new Aquaman series and Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker talk about DC's Gotham Central series. Tripwire also takes a look back at 2002, nominating the successes and the stinkers in the worlds of comics, TV, film, and animation. There'll also be Ashley Wood's Illustrators, "Studio Space" (a look at comic illustrators and painters, with John Van Fleet this time around), "Launchpad" (Tripwire's focus on new talent), "Company Profile" on Oregon's Dark Horse Comics, "What Were They Thinking?" (a look at the comic, film, and TV series that should never have been), "Sounding Off," "Past Perfect" (retro looks at comic and film classics), and much more! Under the powerhouse design team of superstar illustrator Ashley Wood (Automatic Kafka, Sam & Twitch, Pop Bot) and Tom Muller, Tripwire will be the only genre magazine you'll need! (Tripwire) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 96pg, FC $5.95 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES ANIMATION MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2002 All grown up and still watch cartoons? Got carpal tunnel in both hands from playing video games? Ever see a wicked effects shot in a movie and wonder how they do that? Trying to decide which animation software to blow your kids' college funds on? Animation fans know Animation Magazine is their #1 source for the most current information on film, TV, gaming, technology, commercials, conferences, events, and industry trends. Animation Magazine also covers the best resources for education and training in the animation field. Don't miss out on the special year-end Anniversary issue, highlighting major players in the animation industry for the last 50 years. (Animation Magazine) Magazine $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 (#214)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BASKETBALL (#150)—Magazine, FC $4.99 FOOTBALL (#154)—Magazine, FC $4.99 HOCKEY (#147)—Magazine, FC $4.99 RACING COLLECTOR (#151)—Magazine, FC $4.99 VINTAGE SPORTS COLLECTIBLES (#141)—Magazine, FC $3.99 BECKETT DRAGONBALL Z COLLECTOR The latest issue of Beckett Dragonball Z Collector magazine — and another great "Best of" collection! — 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) ISSUE #26—Magazine, FC $5.99 BEST OF #8—Magazine, FC $9.99 BECKETT'S FOOTBALL CARD PLUS #5 A new quarterly publication packed with essential collecting information. Help yourself bridge the information gap that exists between monthly and yearly Beckett price guides. This "Card Plus" edition contains pricing information, including commons and parallels. Plus, card photos, in-depth set information, and related editorial coverage complete the package. (Beckett's Publications) SC $9.99 BECKETT POKÉMON COLLECTOR #41 Delivering the two hottest collectible properties in one power-packed magazine, featuring a special Yu-Gi-Oh flip cover and content each month! Offering fresh, creative, and fun articles and columns on the latest and greatest Pokémon products. Fans and collectors still receive Yu Gi Oh coverage, with checklists, video game tips and tricks, merchandise, cartoon reviews, and an extensive guide to card types and rules for playing the Yu-Gi-Oh trading card game. Also includes monthly contests, prizes, and posters! Monthly. (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 COLLECTING 007 MAGAZINE #19 Don't miss this latest action-packed issue full to brimming with news and articles on the latest 007 actioner Die Another Day. Includes extensive behind-the-scenes photos from Pinewood Studios and on location in Iceland. Plus, get a look at the latest 40th anniversary merchandise, and products from the new movie. A must for anyone interested in the world of James Bond. (Solo Publishing) Magazine $8.95 DIE-CAST DIGEST DECEMBER 2002 Die-Cast Digest is the best racing collector magazine around, dedicated to racing die-cast and Hot Wheels collectors. DCD features the latest pricing in the monthly "Price Guide Pull-Out" section, along with articles and news from the world of imports, Hot Wheels, Johnny Lightning, and what's new in NASCAR and other types of racing. (Die-Cast Digest) Magazine $4.50 LEE'S TOY REVIEW JANUARY 2003 Featured in this issue: "2003 Toys, First Look!" This is the issue where you'll get a peek at what's coming for the NYC Toy Fair! Plus, a look at what's hitting stores got spring 2003 –– your favorite lines and manufacturers! Inside is a Hotwheels give- away, plus you see the next installment of "Lee's Hot Wheels Casting Call," along with a "Hot Wheels Price Guide." Also in this issue are G.I. Joe and Transformer files. Learn breaking news on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Image, and G.I. Joe figure lines. And don't forget the longest-running "Action Figure Price Guide!" (Lee Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #105 DECEMBER 2002 Providing "at the show" coverage of the San Diego ComicCon, a Spawn price guide, and voting for AFD's Figure of the Year with great prizes. Returning this issue will also be "Action News Brief" on the latest industry happenings and "Star Wars Update." (Tomart Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOY CARS AND MODELS MAGAZINE VOLUME 6 #2 Toy Cars & Models provides comprehensive coverage of the model car hobby without bias toward scale, subject, manufacturer, or material. Each month, Toy Cars & Models offers columns and news stories featuring models made of die- cast, white metal, plastic, resin, and more while bringing readers in touch with the manufacturers, distributors and retailers who sell these model cars. Monthly giveaways, reader polls, and an active letters column give readers a chance to participate in their hobby. From model kits to die-cast, Toy Cars & Models will satisfy even the most discriminating collector. (Krause Publications) Magazine, FC $4.99 TOY SHOP #296-297 Find the toys you want, from vintage tin and character toys to action figures, die-cast cars, model kits, and more in each biweekly issue of Toy Shop. Plus great vintage toy auction coverage in every issue. You'll find classified ads indexed alphabetically by category, making it easy for you to locate items of interest. Through editorial coverage and more than 115 separate advertising classifications, Toy Shop puts the entire spectrum of collectible toys and models at your fingertips every issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid, PC $4.50Ea. TUFF STUFF FEBRUARY 2003 #2 The monthly price guide contains prices for sports cards in singles, packs, boxes, and sets, along with prices for racing, golf, and limited edition collectibles. Plus, autographs and memorabilia, as well as a figures section including Starting Lineups. Also, lively feature stories, the latest in hobby news, Top 10 lists and Market Reports in all four major sports, and regular monthly columns from experts in the field. (Krause Publications) Magazine $4.99 GAME MAGAZINES DRAGON #304 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 features things that are sure to excite D&D fans. (Curtis Circulation) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 GAMES UNPLUGGED MAGAZINE #25 This full-color, 64-page entertainment magazine is for the adventure gamer. Provides current news and reviews, with entertaining features covering a variety of games. Covers role-playing games, card games, board games, miniatures, tabletop miniatures games, novel based on game worlds, game-related accessories, and new SnarfQuest comics! (Dynasty Presentations, Inc.) Magazine, 64pg, FC $2.99 OFFICIAL X BOX MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM FEBRUARY 2003 With faster graphics, better hardware, and the full resources of the largest software company in the world, Microsoft's X Box will soon be the platform of choice for gamers around the globe. And to provide these gamers with everything they need to know about their new system, Imagine Media is proud to introduce the Official X Box Magazine. As well as providing news, reviews, and previews covering the whole world of X Box, the magazine's cover-mounted DVD will be the source of exclusive playable X Box game demos. The X Box is the future of gaming. The Official X Box Magazine is the future of game magazines. (Imagine Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC w/CD-ROM $8.99 PC GAMER MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM FEBRUARY 2003 The World's Best-Selling PC Games Magazine! Every month PC Gamer has the biggest stories in PC gaming. With style and enthusiasm, our editors give you everything you need to know about the hottest upcoming titles, as well as hard-hitting reviews that ensure you'll buy the right games. Your most pressing tech questions are answered in the incomparable Hard Stuff section, where we also provide reviews of the latest PC systems, add-in cards, and peripherals. And get more out of your games by delving into the delights of our strategy section — the biggest games solved, with hundreds of cheats to help you get to the end. PC Gamer is your one-stop monthly guide to the very best in PC gaming! (Imagine Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC w/CD-ROM $7.99 PLAY MAGAZINE JANUARY 2003 Reviewed in this issue is Tomb Raider: Angel of Darkness. Will the reigning queen of gaming keep her crown? Plus, a look at Shinobi Lands on PS2. Then there's news on Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring and The Hobbit. Check out Suikoden III, as Konami's RPG franchise blossoms. Is MechAssault the ultimate mech game? Rygar returns. Learn of new screens and information on Ninja Gaiden. Check out the top ten games of Christmas. And don't forget the comic by Ashley Wood! (Play Magazine) Magazine $5.99 PSM MAGAZINE #1 FEBRUARY 2003 100% Playstation. 100% Independent! PSM Magazine is the place to turn to for everything in the world of Playstation 2! Each issue includes the latest news from the U.S. and Japan, software reviews and previews, strategy guides to the hottest games, cheats and codes, letters, and exclusive covers illustrated by some of the comic industry hottest creators! (Imagine Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $4.99 WHITE DWARF #275 White Dwarf is Games Workshop's premier magazine, crammed with news, gaming articles, pictures of great painted Citadel Miniatures, and much more! Each month, White Dwarf contains all the latest information about the Games Workshop hobby including the latest news releases of Citadel Models, in-depth features on armies, painting guides, modeling tips, rules clarifications, battle reports, and loads more. White Dwarf is the guide to the Games Workshop hobby, and always contains news and views of use to beginners and seasoned gamers alike. (Games Workshop) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Magazine $4.99 GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINES BLACK GATE MAGAZINE #5 The gladiators of Ancient Rome face a werewolf from the mysterious north... a small band of men mount a desperate island defense against the Mages of the Orient... a mother risks everything to rescue her only child from the clutches of a cursed tree... and a barbarian awakens an ancient horror deep in the ruins of a crumbling temple. All this and much more in the latest issue of Black Gate, your home for the finest in modern fantasy! As always, the columnists and reviewers seek out the very best in fantasy comics, games and novels and report back in detail. And don't miss the latest exclusive installment of Knights of the Dinner Table from Jolly Blackburn and Co! (New Epoch Press) Magazine, 208pg $9.95 CINEFEX #92 Featuring The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers! New Zealand director Peter Jackson returns with the second film installment in J.R.R. Tolkien's classic trilogy about a fellowship of hobbits, wizards, drawfs, elves, and men who battle the forces of darkness to destroy the One Ring and preserve Middle Earth. Weta Digital, which won the visual effects Oscar for the first film, turns its attention to creating the epic-scale battle of Helm's Deep, the assault on the fortress Isengard by the Ent tree beings, and an all-digital character of great dramatic range, Gollum. Director Rob Cohen reinvents the secret agent film with actor Vin Diesel as an extreme athlete recruited by the U.S. government to infiltrate an international terror organization bent on world domination. Effects for the film, including an enormous avalanche, have been created by the Oscar-winning visual effects team at Digital Domain. (Cinefex) Magazine $9.50 CINEFANTASTIQUE VOLUME 35 #3 Go behind the scenes of your favorite Science Fiction, Horror, and Fantasy films! Cinefantastique takes a microscopic view of the people that make these films and the techniques they use. They interview everyone involved: effects people, directors, producers, actors, writers, designers and more. They also feature reviews, analytical and retrospective pieces too. Each issue of CFQ is filled with juicy insider information and loads of full-color photos! (Cinefantastique) Magazine $5.99 CINESCAPE FEBRUARY 2003 #69 Featuring a look at the latest big screen Star Trek adventure, Nemesis; Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets; continuing coverage from the set of Die Another Day; Disney's latest, Treasure Planet; and more! And if that weren't enough, get up-to- the-minute news from the world of comics, music, books, toys, games, and DVD. (Mania Entertainment) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $9.99 CULT TIMES #88 The month ahead of Cult TV starts here! Plan viewing with Cult Times' Out of the Box, the indispensable listings guide of Cult TV programs to watch out for on terrestrial, cable, and satellite. Read interviews with the stars, and features on shows currently airing in the UK. A classic series is given a light-hearted but informative look in our Instant Guide, and the highlights of the previous month's viewing are featured in Times Past. Cult Times is the complementary magazine to TV Zone, and together they provide the ultimate guide to the many worlds of Cult Television. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #325 Doctor Who Magazine is the only official source for news, features, interviews, and full-color comic strip action devoted to BBC Television's immortal traveler in time and space! In this issue, get a look at he coverage that Doctor Who has received from that other TV institution, Blue Peter. Plus, the Fourth Doctor picks up a new friend as "Full Circle" comes under the scrutiny of the archive. Meanwhile, things are heating up for the Eight Doctor and Izzy in the third part of the full-color comic strip adventure "Oblivion," by Scott Gray and Martin Geraghty. (Panini) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.80 DRACULINA #43 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Draculina Publishing) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, FC $6.95 DREAMWATCH #101 For the latest news and reviews from the world of science fiction and fantasy entertainment, choose Dreamwatch magazine! Showcases the latest films, TV shows, books, games, with incredible features on the world or sci-fi and exclusive interviews with the stars. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2003 Entertainment Showcase provides special reports that give a deeper look at topics of interest. These tailored features cover a wide range of topics including: regional reports on local organizations; industry outlooks on comic books, films, toys, television, video games, and animation; industry awards; markets and festivals; film and television reviews; and current information on industry-related grand openings and special events. (Entertainment Showcase) Tabloid PI Ea. FANGORIA #220 Fangoria, the world's best-selling and longest-running horror magazine, takes you behind the screams of the films and TV shows that you're dying to read about! In this sizzling issue, go behind the scenes on the set of Jeepers Creepers 2 and Dreamcatcher; and learn more about the occult thriller Sin Eater. Plus, there's info on The Tooth Fairy, a new movie about a supernatural evil that won't have you leaving your teeth under the pillow, and May, a dark horror comedy in which a friendless girl decides to build a friends and sets out to collect parts. All this, plus all the latest news, TV updates, gossip and video, DVD and book reviews you've come to expect from Fangoria! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $7.99 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 12 #2 XXX-posed! When adult film stars are able to go from porn to B-movies, it's considered quite an accomplishment. This month, FF talks exclusively to adult film superstars Ginger Lynn Allen, Jenna Jameson, and Taylor Hayes, stars of the newest independent horror film, Sam Hain. FF photographer Julie Strain captures all three girls in a breathtaking photo-shoot you won't want to miss! FF also features "Pulchritude In Plastic," a special section on the latest in adult and female action figures. Only Femme Fatales brings you the latest news, profiles and pictorials on the luscious ladies of horror, fantasy and science fiction that you won't find anywhere else! (Femme Fatales) Magazine, FC $5.99 FILTHY HABITS VOLUME 1 #2 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Stigmata Press) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America, South America, and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $6.00 FORTEAN TIMES #166 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! (I Feel Good) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $5.95 G-8 AND HIS BATTLE ACES #6 Reprints the entire story from G-8 and His Battle Aces in facsimile format. Also includes the story, "The Skeleton Patrol." (Adventure House) Magazine, 7x10, 112pg $9.95 HIGH ADVENTURE #67 Reprints the Black Cat Mysteries, and includes the story "The Coney Island Murders," by Murray Leinster. (Adventure House) Magazine, 112pg $7.95 HIGH TIMES FEBRUARY 2003 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (High Times) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 THE JOURNAL OF MADNESS #15 & THAWK #4 DOUBLE ISSUE Get two great magazines for the price of one! This special 64-page bonus edition contains all new material from both The Journal of Madness and Thwak, featuring a double cover. The Journal of Madness #15 celebrates 50 years of MAD as both a comic book and a magazine. Relive 50 years of MADness with Harvey Kurtzman, Will Elder, Jack Davis, Wally Wood, Al Feldstein, Bill Gaines, Don Martin, Antonio Prohias, Dave Berg, Norman Mingo, Kelly Freas, Al Jaffee, and more! Explore the creative mind of MAD's original Art Director John Putnam. Reprinted for the first time are many rare Putnam creations meant for the "usual gang of idiots." Putnam was a true Renaissance man and a real New York Bohemian. His story is told via friends, colleagues, and through his art and written work. Alfred E. Neuman's origin in Part Two of "America Loves and Idiot: The Alfred E. Neuman Story." Part Two begins in 1894 and Alfred's first commercial uses through 1914 and the copyrighted image of Stuff and Wilson and documents the second great Alfred transition into American pop-culture icon. Flip over our bonus issue and Thwak #4 starts off with a bang! Cover art by Kent Gamble features an incredible humor mascot reunion and the complete chronological listing of all humor/satire magazines with an accompanying article. Plus, more nutty artwork by Dave Newton as he visits an "Amusement Park," Billy Genius's "Psalm Pilot," Marten Jallad's "A Thwak look at Prehistoric Dentistry," Mike Morse's "Soprano Image Catalog," and many more! With influences ranging from Don Martin to Wally Wood, Robert Crumb to Gary Larson, there's sure to be something to tickle your funny bone in this laugh packed original humor magazine! (Tool Publications) Magazine, 64pg $3.99 KITBUILDERS MAGAZINE #44 It's Monster Madness this issue of Kitbuilders! Jorgensen bashes Dracula, the Dane creates Dreature, Kaju Korner attacks Monster Island, reviews of horrible kits, and more Halloween creepiness! (Kitbuilders) Magazine $6.50 LOCUS #503 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 MEMORABILIA #8 If you want it come and claim it! The Lord of The Rings merchandise is set to become the hottest thing in collecting. This issue shows you the coolest Two Towers gear. Get your fix of Muppets mania with a look at this year's toys, and check out all the latest collecting scoops in "The Wire." Whatever you love collecting, we've got what you need! Plus, all the latest collecting news, the world's rarest chase cards, online auctions, and more! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #15 The 15th issue of Monsters from the Vault features a rare Creature from the Black Lagoon photo on the cover. This image should whet the reader's appetite for a sneak peak at Steve Kronenberg's and Tom Weaver's forthcoming McFarland book, Universal Horrors 2. In honor of the Gillman, their Creature chapter is excerpted. Also, Gary Prange provides a humorous look at a Creature prop that didn't make it into the final film! The late Herman Cohen (producer of such exploitation classics as I Was a Teenage Werewolf, I Was a Teenage Frankenstein, How to Make a Monster, Horrors of the Black Museum, and many more) is remembered by his niece, Gail Cohen. Gary Don Rhodes examines "The Horror Crisis of 1932," when the horror film almost met an early demise. As usual, Gary provides many rare facts and stories about the "near" death of the horror film long before the British ban of 1936. Rounding out the issue is Bryan Senn's look at a classic Universal double bill from the 1940s, Son of Dracula and The Mad Ghoul, and an analysis of "Great Supporting Performances in the Horror Film" by Stephen Thornton. All this, plus editorial comments, letters, DVD reviews, book reviews, and more than 100 photos, makes Monsters from the Vault the premiere publication for "Monster Lovers" everywhere! (Monsters from the Vault) Magazine, 64pg, PC $7.95 MOVIE IDOLS MAGAZINE #31 Once voted one of the sexiest movie stars in film history, Johnny Depp gives new emphasis to the word 'smoldering'. But his dark good looks and chiseled cheekbones aren't the only things from which he could hang a fantastic movie career — his biggest asset is his talent and probably his most admirable quality is his lack of predictability. Depp is at home in mainstream fare such as Chocolat, to smaller independent features such as John Waters' Cry-Baby, to such fantasy epics as Sleepy Hollow and Edward Scissorhands. This issue of Movie Idols celebrates his life and movies in this issue, featuring a pull-out 33" x 23" poster! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $3.99 MYSTIQUE MAGAZINE #2 The second issue of the table-top high quality magazine everybody is talking about. Issue #2 features cover model Diana Kauffman, as well as Lisa Marie Scott, Anna Marie Goddard, Felicia Tang, Trisha Campbell, Deanna Merryman, Kalin Olson, and more! (Infinity Studios) MATURE READERS Magazine, 100pg $9.95 NEWTYPE ENGLISH VERSION MAGAZINE #3 Introducing the English-language edition of Japan's #1 anime and manga publication, with all of the best Japanese content translated PLUS loads of original material. Oversized, glossy, premium in every way. And like the Japanese original, it reads from right to left. How big is it? Twelve monthly issues, over 200 pages each. Bonus gear in every issue: posters, a centerfold spread, a 16-page manga special and an exclusive DVD insert. Contents include anime, manga, music, game, toy and model reviews, feature articles with incredible original illustrations by the industry's leading artists, director interviews, voice talent profiles, and regular columns by industry experts, tastemakers, and deep-cover insiders. There's never been anything like this on these shores, and there's no better way for fans to stay on the cutting edge of the world of anime and manga. (A.D. Vision) Magazine $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN OUTRÉ #3 Outre #3 features a stunning cover photo of icon Bettie Page, and a full-color poster-sized painting of her by Robert Blue. The issue includes an interview with Bettie and an illustrated overview of her pin-up career. Also features interviews with Edd "Kookie" Byrnes and Ed "Big Daddy" Roth, a surrealistic trip through America down Route 66, "Elvis Can't Dance" fiction by Stoker nominees Robert Weinberg and Tina Jens illustrated by Mitch O'Connell, legendary SF author William F. Nolan profiles Rod Serling, Disney's Tomorrowland, reminiscences of the Beat Generation, and much more! Pristine mint copies of this classic issue, originally published in 1995, were discovered in the warehouse so don't miss this rare opportunity to get one, for a limited time only, at the original cover price! (Filmfax) Magazine $5.95 **************** PENTHOUSE MAGAZINE MARCH 2003 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 $8.99 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 PLAYBOY (FEBRUARY 2003)––Magazine $4.99 PLAYBOY PRESENTS (FEB/MAR)––Magazine $6.99 PLAYBOY PRIVATE (#34)––Magazine $6.99 ROBOT WARS MAGAZINE #2 The second stunning issue! More from Craig Charles in our exclusive update from the presenter! Then we put our metal to the test and find out how they decide who wins and who loses. Plus, a melee of stuff from the arena floor — all the action, aggression, and chaos of the latest battles! Plus competitions, news, all the latest robot revelations from the experts, and more! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 SCARLET STREET #47 Get the buzz on The Fly (the original and the remake), Return of the Fly, Curse of the Fly, and The Fly II, including an exclusive interview with screenwriter Charles Edward Pogue about his work on the remake, Psycho III, and the Sherlock Holmes telefilms The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Sign of Four. All this, plus exciting DVD, compact disc, and book reviews — and Forry Ackerman's popular "Crimson Chronicles," in the latest and greatest issue of Scarlet Street! (Scarlet Street) Magazine $7.95 SFX #100 In this issue of the great sci-fi magazine from the U.K., not only will all the most important and exciting happenings in the world of science fiction be covered, but also the issue is cover mounted with a massive poster of one of the hottest women in sci-fi! (Future Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.75 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #142 For nearly 20 years, The Official Star Trek Fan Club's bi-monthly magazine has had its finger on the pulse of the Star Trek universe. It explores all Star Trek matter, transmitting regular news on actors, series, movies, books, video games, comics, and more. Star Trek Communicator "opens a channel" to the stars in exclusive interviews. Plus, "Starfleet Supply" offers exclusive merchandise! This issue, 10 years after the debut of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, a look back at Star Trek's "middle child." Interviews with DS9 creator/executive producer Michael Piller, writer/producer Ira Behr, Avery "Sisko" Brooks, and Nana "Kira" Visitor are planned. Plus, how they wowed you — the visual effects team behind Star Trek: Nemesis! (Star Trek Fan Club) Magazine, 100pg $5.95 STAR TREK MAGAZINE #45 This magazine brings you the very best, new, up-to-date, and in-depth news and information on Star Trek every month, complete with unique new pictures. Every 112-page issue brings you spectacular gatefolds with detailed technical drawings and full-color artwork, plus full analysis of the characters, races, and starships, as well as 24th century technology. (Fabbri Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 STAR WARS INSIDER #64 The most informative Star Wars fanzine around! With in-depth coverage of the movies, stories, art, and the people that make the Star Wars universe so amazing — you will always be an insider with Star Wars Insider! (Curtis Circulation) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. Magazine, FC $5.99 STARBURST #294 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 $6.99 STARBURST SPECIAL #55 This year's Starburst yearbook takes a look back at the major events in the world of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror in 2002. This was the year that Attack of the Clones gave Star Wars fans a film they could love, Spider-Man brought new credibility to movie super-heroes, and Minority Report united Spielberg and Cruise on a cerebral action adventure hit. On TV, Buffy struggled through her third season, Enterprise brought new life to the Star Trek franchise, and favorites such as Roswell and Dark Angel met premature ends. Plus, the most exhaustive preview of 2003 to be found anywhere, including a look at Daredevil, The Hulk, X-Men 2, The Matrix: Reloaded, and many more! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.99 STARLOG #307 For over 25 years, Starlog has taken readers behind the scenes, previewing the latest sci-fi and fantasy movies, TV series, and literature with the writers, artists, directors, special FX wizards, and actors who create them. In this issue: a preview of Daredevil starring Ben Affleck; behind the magic of the latest chapter of Harry Potter & the Chamber of Secrets; Bond's next assignment in Die Another Day; Tom Hardy as Picard's foe in Star Trek: Nemesis; meet the newest cast member joining the cinematic trilogy, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, why George Clooney signed on for the remake of the Russian sci-fi classic, Solaris; and on the set of Michael Crichton's novel being filmed, Timeline! And, Firefly, Andromeda, Enterprise, and more! Starlog explores the science-fiction universe like no other magazine! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg, FC $7.99 STOCK CAR REV MAGAZINE #3 Dedicated to keeping fans informed of all the latest racing news while providing some of the greatest stock car photographs anywhere! Includes stats and travel information regarding your favourite NASCAR tracks, plus personality profiles of the best drivers. Meet owners and crew chiefs from around the world, and look under the hood of the hottest cars on the track. Eight fold-outs are included! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TEASE #8 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Pure Imagination Publishing) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $6.95 ****************** TV ZONE #158 Now in its 13th year of publication, TV Zone continues to features the most up-to-date news, features, and interviews for popular cult TV shows like Stargate SG-1, Angel, Enterprise, Farscape, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lexx, and Doctor Who. Each issue features a full reviews section on the latest episodes to be broadcast, and episode guides to popular series. Readers' questions are answered in "Memory Alpha," and a look back to an old favorite in "Fantasy Flashback." With a chance to win DVD prized in each issue, it's the best cult TV magazine around! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 ULTIMATE DVD #38 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! Now includes more Region 1 discs! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $7.99 VIDEO WATCHDOG #91 If you're into horror, science fiction, or fantasy films, Hong Kong action cinema, '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 WRAPPED IN PLASTIC #62 The world's longest-running Twin Peaks-oriented magazine covers the latest Lynchian happenings with essays and interviews! Also, a davidlynch.com update; and the usual letters and news updates! (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, b&w $4.95 WWE MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2003 #52 The official magazine of the WWE is for anyone who can smell what The Rock is cooking! Want the latest scoop on Kurt Angle, The Rock, and all of your favorite WWE superstars? The background on the hottest feuds? An update of WWE news, tours, and merchandise? Then turn to the WWE Magazine, your pipeline to the World Wrestling Entertainment. (Kable News Company) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $4.99 WWE RAW MAGAZINE FEBRUARY 2003 #2 Exploring the rawer side of the WWE! Featuring the stunts they can't show on TV, backstage info on the wrestlers, pin-ups of stars like The Undertaker, Chris Jericho, 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 WWE — and that's the bottom line! (Kable News Company) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Magazine, FC $3.99 XPOSÉ #75 Interviews, features, and news from the weird world of fantastic movies and TV, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG-1, Roswell, Smallville, and The X-Files. Plus, all the latest movies and TV episodes reviewed. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $5.99 XPOSÉ SPECIAL #22 Interviews, features and news from the weird world of fantastic movies and TV, including Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Stargate SG-1, Roswell, Smallville and The X-Files, plus all the latest movies and TV episodes from the edge of reality reviewed. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.99 BOOKS SECTION ART BOOKS STARS OF THE MONTH THE ART OF JENNIFER JANESKO TP by Jennifer Janesko There are few fantasy artists who can capture the sensuality of the female form like Jennifer Janesko. Showcased in magazines like Playboy and Maxim, her insight into the feminine mystique gives her a distinct advantage over her male counterparts. Containing well over 120 paintings, this prestige format book also features a fascinating step-by-step tutorial, showing the intricate stages of development Janesko goes through to make each illustration a masterwork. (232/STAR16172) MATURE READER SC, 8x11, 144pg, FC $29.95 THE ART OF MITCH BYRD VOLUME 1 TPB Artist/creator Mitch Byrd has long been a fan-fave, and The Art of Mitch Byrd contains dozens of sketches, ideas, and finished pieces that can only hope to show a glimmer of his endless abilities. If you like your action two-fisted, and your girls nicely twisted, this book will not disappoint! (232/STAR13318) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 144pg, b&w $9.95 BATTLE AX: THE SAVAGE ART OF BROCAL REMOHI One of Europe's better-known and much-in-demand fantasy greats, Brocal's brand of non-stop barbarian action has graced the covers of many a paperback and magazine. If you like your savage barbarians feral, and your Amazon beauties breathtaking, then the artwork of Brocal will fill your needs quite nicely! (232/STAR12381) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 72pg, b&w $9.95 FASTNER & LARSON: ARCHITECTS OF FANTASY VOLUME 1 For almost 20 years, the airbrush team of Steve Fastner and Rich Larson has created some of the most imaginative fantasy illustrations ever committed to paper. This paperback collection of some of their finest works showcases paintings originally created for science- fiction and fantasy paperbacks, album sleeves, comic and card projects, and fantasy portfolios. (232/STAR02834) SC, 8x11, 72pg, b&w $9.95 ***************** THE NEW WORKS OF DORIAN CLEAVENGER 2 TP by Dorian Cleavenger Showing no signs of slowing his ascent to the pinnacle of his profession, Dorian Cleavenger's prolific, profound, and provocative work is the new state-of-the-art in fantasy illustration! This oversized volume is a veritable feast for the senses, containing a fresh selection of full-color masterworks, brilliantly reproduced in stunning color on supreme heavy-weight coated stock. (232/0-86562-050-4) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 128pg, FC $24.95 PETTY: CLASSIC PIN UP ART OF GEORGE PETTY by Reid Austin; foreword by Hugh M. Hefner Originally published at $39.95! In the 1930s and '40s, George Petty's airbrushed beauties were the most popular pin-up illustrations in America. This volume traces the evolution of the "Petty Girl" (and Petty's career) from her start in Esquire to ads, the war (including wildly popular WWII "nose art"), magazines, calendars (including the complete 1947 edition), a movie (The Petty Girl), and more! Profusely illustrated with art images, advertisements, posters, magazine covers, and photographs — many full-page. Includes a three-panel fold out pin-up not found in the regular edition! (7196) MATURE READERS HC, 9x12, 192 pg, PC $24.99 THE PRINCE OF EGYPT: A NEW VISION IN ANIMATION by Charles Solomon Originally published at $45.00! A behind-the-scenes look at the painstaking artistry and latest digital technology used in the animated feature film from DreamWorks. The drawings and sketches appear in the same order as the film, so you have a good idea of each episode and all the ideas and work that went into it. Includes interviews with key individuals, plus the contribution of animated character acting, scene design, visual effects and music. 500 illustrations, 350 in color, show the inspirational paintings, color keys, early sketches and stills from the completed film. Copies may have a small remainder mark and slightly worn dust jackets. Published by Abrams in 1998. (7196) HC, 10x12, 192 pg, PC $19.99 STAR OF THE MONTH SANJULIAN: MASTER VISIONARY TP Most fondly credited for putting the "vamp" in Vampirella, Manuel Sanjulian started his career in a Spanish ad agency, doing movie poster work for Twentieth Century Fox. He has been rightly called "an artist's artist" for his brilliant sense of composition and use of color — it's the kind of thing civilians just enjoy, while fellow illustrators make furious mental notes for future reference. Now, for the first time, you get to see the planning, the research, and the magic that goes into Sanjulian's flawless creations. Also featured is a full-color gallery of Sanjulian's favorite paintings, as well as an introduction by the equally legendary Jim Warren. (232) (STAR 14019) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, b&w $14.95 ********************** SKETCHBOOK: BORIS VALLEJO & JULIE BELL TP by Boris Vallejo & Julie Bell In this eagerly awaited trade edition, Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell, the masters of fantasy art, reveal the creative process behind their finished masterpieces. The sketches, in a variety of different media, give an insight into the artistic imagination of Boris and Julie - some were produced for pure pleasure and experiment, others as preliminary ideas for commissioned work. They are stunning works of art in their own right, and an invaluable addition to the collector's portfolio. Over 130 sketches and finished paintings are included, plus previously unpublished sketches. (570) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 160pg, FC $21.95 COLLECTING BEAST WARS: TRANSFORMERS UNOFFICIAL GUIDE TP by J.E. Alvarez Both American and Japanese Beast Wars Transformers toys, popular from 1995 to the close of the millennium, are discussed and displayed in this all-encompassing guide. Robots from Armordillo and Cheetor to Megatron and Optimus Primal, are shown both in their original packaging and loose, in over 870 color images. The development and distribution of Beast Wars characters and TV shows is provided, along with current market prices for the figures. (9354/0-7643-1512-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 176pg, FC $29.95 COLLECTING CLASSIC VIDEO GAMES TP by Bill Galaxy Here is a grand review of the home video games that entertained the nation, and much of the world, during the 1970s and 1980s. In over 1000 color photographs, many of the video games for the extremely popular Atari, Colecovision, and Intellivision systems are displayed, ranging from Asteroids and Donkey Kong to Pac-Man and Zaxxon. Games from less familiar systems, such as Bally's Astrocade, GCE's Vectrex, Magnavox's Odyssey, and RCA's Studio II, are featured as well. Also included are examples of each system for which games are displayed, a wide variety of hand-held, table-top, and stand- alone games, video game memorabilia, and current market. (9354/0-7643-1456-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 144pg, FC $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS COLLECTIBLES PRICE GUIDE—SECOND EDITION TP by Stuart W. Wells III The force will be with all collectors who own this comprehensive guide to one of today's hottest collecting fields. Star Wars fans will find more than 600 photos and over 2,000 listings of collectible items related to the popular series from 1976 through 2001, including Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. Features include photos, up-to-date pricing, and accurate descriptions for more than 40 categories such as action figures, books, clothing, food collectibles, games, trading cards, vehicles, wall art, statues, comics, coins, and more! (143/0-87349-415-6) TP, 8x10, 288pg, FC $29.95 O/A TOYS & PRICES 2003 TP edited by Dan Stearns & Sharon Korbeck Reformatted and completely updated, this special 10th anniversary edition features all new editorial and 5,000 descriptive photographs, plus 25,000 listings containing up-to-date pricing and detailed descriptions of the most popular toys including View-Master reels, action figures, coloring books, Weebles, Star Wars collectibles, lunch boxes, and more. (143/0-87349-468- 7) TP, 7x10, 720pg, PC $19.95 O/A STANDARD CATALOG OF COMIC BOOKS TP by Jackson Miller, Brent Frankenhoff, Maggie Thompson, & Peter Bickford Years in the making, this is the "Manhattan Project" of comics collecting books, covering more than 180,000 comic book listings published in North America since 1900! This extensive catalog details and references pertinent facts, after-market prices, writers, artists, original print runs, character appearances, and story titles for each individual selection, and includes comics graded by the Comics Guaranty Corporation. (143/0-87341-916-2) SC, 8x11, 1,104pg, b&w $34.95 *********************** FANTASY / SCI-FI BILBO'S LAST SONG HC by J.R.R.Tolkien, with illustrations by Pauline Baynes Considered by many to be Tolkien's poignant epilogue to The Lord of the Rings, Bilbo's Last Song is a poem written by Bilbo, hero adventurer of The Hobbit, prior to his departure from Middle Earth to take a ship to the Undying Lands beyond the sunset at the end of The Lord of the Rings. Stunningly illustrated by Pauline Baynes, her magical, jewel-like paintings depict the journey that brings the ring bearers and the company of elves to The Grey Havens, and the ship that is waiting to take them on their final journey. (235/0-375-82373-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x7, 32pg, FC $12.95 DHAMPIR MMPB by Barb & J.C. Hendee Part Vampire. Part Human. Perfect Hunter! She hunts the realm's most dangerous game. Her fees are exorbitant. She's worth every coin she receives. Or, is she? Magiere has earned a reputation as the most formidable vampire slayer in the land. Now, weary of the game, Magiere and her partner, the half-elf Leesil, are ready to hang their weapons and settle down in a place they can finally call home. But their newfound peace will not last. For Magiere has come to the attention of a trio of powerful and dangerous vampires who recognize her true identity — who fear the birthright that flows through her veins— and will stop at nothing to keep her from fulfilling her destiny! (230/0-451-45906-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $5.99 THE EYES OF THE DRAGON MMPB by Stephen King, with b&w interior illustrations by David Palladini There is a far-away land where dragons still live, a land where magic still works, a land where hope and courage still hold true. In this land there is a kingom called Delain. And in this kingdom, there lives a magician, a dark man known as Flagg. And so trouble must come to Delain. The king is poisoned and a prince wrongly imprisoned....just as Flagg had planned. Yet someone knows the truth, for he has seen through the Eyes of the Dragon. (230/0-451-16658-2) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $7.99 JOE LANSDALE'S CAPTAINS OUTRAGEOUS TP A Hap Collins and Leonard Pine Novel by Joe R. Lansdale Hap Collins and Leonard Pine, the bad ol' boys of Bad Chili and Mucho Mojo, return for another rumble tumble adventure. Now feeling the fresh gust of mortality and the biting edge of fighting-mad, the East Texas duo head down to Mexico way straight into a pungent guacamole of danger definitely not on the tourist's menu! (295/0-446-67963-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 336pg $12.95 ONE MORE FOR THE ROAD MMPB by Ray Bradbury Introducing 18 brand-new stories and seven previously uncollected stories by the master tale-weaver, Ray Bradbury! This rich elixir distilled from the pungent fruit of experience and imagination, expertly prepared by a superior mixologist, the glass overflows with a heavy brew: a house where time has no boundaries; the comforts of arguments eternal; the ghosts of dear friends, errant sons, and lost fathers; the addictive terror of a pre-dawn phone call. It is a superb refreshment served with wit, heart, and flair by the incomparable Bradbury, and every satisfying swallow brings new surprises and revelations. (120/0-06- 102203-4) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 368pg $6.99 THE SALT SORCERER OF OZ AND OTHER STORIES HC by Eric Shanower Journey to the Land of Oz in six exciting adventure stories by Eisner Award-winning writer/artist Eric Shanower! This clothbound hardcover collection of short prose stories comes beautifully illustrated, nestled in a full-color wraparound dust jacket. (8733/1-929527-06-3) (CAUT: 4) HC, 288pg, FC $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE PARADOX IN OZ HC by Edward Einhorn A brand-new Oz book, Paradox in Oz recaptures the magic by featuring odd but lovable characters, exciting adventures, and the wonder of Emerald City. Paradox in Oz pays homage to all the Oz phenomena that has come before, but it's no rehash of the original Wizard of Oz. Suddenly in the land of Oz where no one grows older, everyone begins to age. Ozma, the lovely girl ruler of Oz, must save her people and restore the enchantment that keeps them young and vibrant. Ozma travels backwards in time to meet the Wizard of Oz, just as Dorothy journeyed to meet the Wizard after being blown to Oz by the famous Kansas cyclone. Before Ozma can unravel the perplexing complexities, she visits a marvelous city in the clouds reminiscent of artist M.C. Escher's logically impossible optical images. Old friends make appearances throughout the story — the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, the Wizard of Oz, and Glenda the Good Witch. All this makes for a terrific tale! (8733/1-929527-04-7) HC, 6x9, 240pg $24.95 O/A THE RUNDELSTONE OF OZ HC by Eloise McGraw & Eric Shanower The Rundlestone of Oz is the final Oz book by Newbery-honor author Eloise McGraw. This beautiful, full-length hardcover is profusely illustrated by Eisner Award-winning cartoonist Eric Shanower, providing over 100 pen-and-ink illustrations and a full-color cover painting. Everyone who loves Oz will enjoy this mystical tale of magic stones, enchantments, rundles, and rhymes. 101 years after the publication of The Wizard of Oz, Eloise McGraw caps the classic Oz series with a triumphant children's novel for the new millennium. (8733/1-929527-01-2) HC, 6x9, 224pg $24.95 ******************** THE SHAPING OF MIDDLE-EARTH MMPB by J.R.R.Tolkien Poems and prose, maps and chronologies, detours and diversions along the road to Middle-Earth! Christopher Tolkien has gathered archival materials that his late father, J. R. R. Tolkien, used to create the world and the history behind his classic stories. This fourth volume of The History of Middle-Earth presents early versions of those first tales, from the creation myth to the fall of Morgoth. Writings include a chronology of the events in Beleriand, the first Silmarillion map, and the only known description of the physical nature of Middle-Earth's universe. Detailed annotations highlight changes ranging from the spelling of Elvish names to pivotal emendations whose effects reach even to the war of the ring. (235/0-345-40043-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 480pg $6.99 THE SORCERER'S COMPANION TP A Guide to the Magical World of Harry Potter by Allan Zola & Elizabeth Kronzek Who was the real Nicholas Flamel? How did the Sorcerer's Stone get its power? Did J. K. Rowling dream up the terrifying basilisk, the seductive veela, or the vicious grindylow? And if she didn't, who did? Millions of readers around the world have been enchanted by the magical world of wizardry, spells, and mythical beasts inhabited by Harry Potter and his friends. But what most readers don't know is that there is a centuries-old trove of true history, folklore, and mythology behind Harry's fantastic universe. Now, with The Sorcerer's Companion, those without access to the Hogwarts library can school themselves in the fascinating reality behind J.K. Rowling's world of magic. (235/0-7679-0847-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x9, 304pg $15.00 WARHAMMER 40K: CHAOS CHILD MMPB by Ian Watson Book Three of the Inquisition War trilogy! Devastated by the death of his closest friend, renegade Inquisitor Jaq Draco prepares to surrender himself to the dark powers of Chaos, hoping to make the dead rise again. Only by renouncing his fanatical faith in the God-Emperor can he hope to achieve his ultimate goal… and an eternity of damnation. (4245/0-7434- 4324-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.95 WARHAMMER: THE DEAD AND THE DAMNED MMPB by Jonathan Green Badenov's mercenaries are a group of hard-bitten fighting men. Drawn from the length and breadth of the Empire, they are held together solely by a lust for gold and a thirst for glory. Vampires, ghouls, rat-men and the Dark Knights of Chaos all abound in this land, but Badenov will battle on until the last of his men joins the Dead… or the Damned! (4245/0-7434-4329- 2) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.95 HORROR DREAMCATCHER MMPB by Stephen King Now a major motion picture from Castle Rock Entertainment! Once upon a time, in the haunted city of Derry, four boys stood together and did a brave thing. It was something that changed them in ways they could never begin to understand. Twenty-five years after saving a Down's-syndrome kid from bullies, Beav, Henry, Pete, and Jonesy — now men with separate lives and separate problems — reunite in the woods of Maine for their annual hunting trip. But when a stranger stumbles into their camp, disoriented and mumbling something about lights in the sky, chaos erupts. Soon, the four friends are plunged into a horrifying struggle with a creature from another world where their only chance of survival is locked in their shared past — and in the Dreamcatcher! (248/0-7434-6752-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 896pg $7.99 WAKE UP SCREAMING MMPB by H.P. Lovecraft, with an Introduction by Poppy Z. Brite Welcome to the world of H.P. Lovecraft, the undisputed master of terror. His work has inspired countless nightmares, and this collection of some of his most chilling stories is likely to inspire even more! Featured in this collection you'll find Cool Air, The Case of Charles Dexter Ward, The Terrible Old Man, Herbert West — Reanimator, The Shadow Over Innsmouth, The Lurking Fear, plus ten other spine-chilling tales! (235/0-345-45829-X) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $6.99 HOW-TO STAR OF THE MONTH ANIME MANIA TP by Christopher Hart Renowned cartoonist, teacher, and best-selling author Christopher Hart demonstrates how to render the coolest anime characters from the widest selection of popular styles and genres. Brimming with hundreds of spectacular examples, illustrations, and step-by-step exercises, Anime Mania details how anyone can become a real anime artist without having to reinvent the art of drawing. (356/0-8230-0158-X) (STAR16123) SC, 8x11, 144pg, FC $19.95 ***************** DARE TO DRAW IN 3-D #1: MONSTER MANIA TP by Mark Kistler Get the step-by-step inside scoop on how-to-draw 3-D cartoons with Mark Kistler's unique sense of humor, imagination, and recognizable quirky style, complete with cool backgrounds, crazy creatures, and imaginary monsters! (7057/0-439-38073-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 40pg, PC $4.99 DARE TO DRAW IN 3-D #2: CARTOON CRITTERS TP by Mark Kistler Dream it! Draw it! Do it! World renowned cartoonist Mark Kistler introduces simple step-by-step tips on drawing imaginative animals, sea creatures, and bugs in 3-D! (7057/0-439-37989-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 48pg, PC $4.99 STAR OF THE MONTH MANGA: THE ART OF MANGA TP by Katy Coope Sixteen-year-old author and illustrator Katy Coope has turned her love of Japanese comic art into a super-cool, step-by-step process for kids. Easy-to-follow with text and pictures, this how-to-draw book will find an audience with fans of anime, manga, and all budding comic-book artists. (7057/0-439-31745-2) (STAR16251) MATURE READERS SC, 9x11, 64pg, FC $6.99 ***************** PART-TIME GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAPHY TP Originally published at $29.95! This fully illustrated guide gives you detailed tips on breaking into the glamour photography market: how to create and sell eye-catching images, ideas for studio and location shots, finding models, posing tips, budget, marketing, Internet promotion, and the perks and pitfalls of "this glamorous" business. More than 100 color photographs of gorgeous models wearing sheer lingerie, bathing suits or nothing at all. Published by Silver Pixel in 1999. MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 136 pg, FC $11.99 HUMOR DILBERT: WHAT DO YOU CALL A SOCIOPATH IN A CUBICLE? TP (Answer: A Co-Worker) by Scott Adams The sixth Dilbert treasury brings together all of the office psychos who have annoyed Dilbert and entertained millions over the past 13 years. This compilation pays homage to some of the most annoying and outrageous characters Adams has ever drawn—characters he likes to call office "sociopaths." This full-color treasury reinforces everything that makes the strip great, lampooning the people and processes of business. (18/0-7407-2663-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 224pg, FC $14.95 MR. POTATO HEAD UNPLUGGED TP by Jim Davis & Brett Koth He's the man, the myth, the legend...the potato! Mr. Potato Head, one of America's all-time favorite toys, is fast becoming one of the most beloved cartoons. Mr. Potato Head Unplugged is the first collection of the comic strip brainchild of legendary cartoonist Jim Davis and Garfield collaborator Brett Koth. Together, the two blend their humor-writing and artistic talents to create a strip that tips a hat — as well as a nose, mustache, and a couple ears — to the classic situation comedy! So get hip to the chive and be like Mr. P.! Plant yourself on the nearest couch, peel back the cover, dig in, and join Mr. And Mrs. Potato Head and their lil' spuds, Chip and Julienne, for a heapin' helpin' of three-panel jocularity, tuber style! (18/0-7407-2667-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg, FC $10.95 MUTTS VOLUME 7: WHAT NOW? TP by Patrick McDonnell In its eight short years, comic strip Mutts has won the National Cartoonists Society's coveted Comic Strip of the Year Award, its author Patrick McDonnell has earned the NCS's Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year Award, and the strip has topped a circulation of 500 papers. So, what now for Mutts? That's exactly what the title of McDonnell's latest cartoon collection asks. What Now? chronicles the most recent humorous happenings of Earl the dog and his feline friend Mooch. (18/0-7407-2321-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 128pg, b&w $10.95 MOVIE/TV 24: THE HOUSE SPECIAL SUBCOMMITTEE'S FINDINGS AT CTU TP compiled by journalist, Marc Cerasini Fans of 24 know that every second counts, and that every detail does too! This special subcommittee report puts them in the know with Jack Bauer's complete grand jury testimony, David Palmer's transcripts, interview statements, and campaign finance reports. In addition to memos, readers will also find Victor Drazen's arrest, detainment, and transport records, autopsy reports, previously sealed files on CTU activities in Central Europe, and more! (120/0-06-053550-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 224pg $16.95 ALIAS: DECLASSIFIED TP by Mark Cotta Vaz Alias is the hottest new drama of the year. Now, for the first time, fans have an authorized all-access behind-the-scenes look at the making of the smash TV show, with reflections and anecdotes from cast members, writers, and creator/executive producer J.J. Abrams. Also includes exclusive photos, a complete episode insider guide, and a guidebook to the amazing gadgets and top-secret pages torn from the SD-6 handbook. (235/0-553-37597-0) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. SC, 7x9, 224pg $12.95 ALIAS: RECRUITED MMPB by Lynn Mason Terror-filled eyes. Lungs choked with water. A pounding heartbeat. For Sydney Bristow, it's a typical day in her not-so-typical after-school job – she's an agent for SD-6, a top-secret division of the CIA. Or, so she thinks. This prequel to the first in a new series based on the smash ABC show Alias – it's Sydney's life before she discovers she's working for the bad guys, juxtaposing normal college life against her fabulous exploits as a working spy. (235/0-553-49398-1) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MMPB, 208pg $5.99 STAR OF THE MONTH THE ART OF FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING HC by Gary Russell Alan Lee, the beloved illustrator of many of Houghton Mifflin's Tolkien editions, and a talented team of other artists, including the renowned Tolkien illustrator John Howe, have spent more than three years creating the sets, props, creatures, and locations that truly bring Tolkien's Middle-Earth to life. Featuring everything from pencil sketches to the finished objects, complemented with more than 400 full-color pictures and numerous interviews featuring the likes of director Peter Jackson, special effects guru Richard Taylor, art directors Paul Lasainne, Dan Hennah, and Chris Hennah, and costumer Ngila Dickson, this book chronicles the extraordinary vision of the blockbuster movie. (853/0-618-21290-6) (STAR16124) HC, 8x11, 192pg, FC $35.00 *********************** BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ONCE MORE WITH FEELING MUSICAL SCRIPTBOOK TP Loosely based on the Hans Christian Anderson tale, "The Red Shoes," this Buffy episode finds Buffy tackling a new demon on the loose in Sunnydale, one who forces the gang to sing (and dance!) all of their hidden secrets! Here, in one volume, you'll find the complete shooting scripts for "Becoming, Part One," and "Becoming, Part Two," song lyrics, sheet music, production notes, humorous asides, never-aired scenes and dialogue, a 4-page full-color photo insert, and interviews with the show creator Joss Whedon and producer Doug Fry. (248/0-689-85918-X) (CAUT: 4) SC $9.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: THESE OUR ACTORS MMPB by Ashley McConnell & Dori Kooger Evil is set for an encore! Willow Rosenberg is disappointed when her best friend Buffy decides to drop drama class in order to concentrate on her Slaying. Regardless, she decides to pitch in with the drama club's latest production, and soon discovers a link between drama and magic! Spike, who in his pre-vamp days had been a great patron of the arts, confirms this fact, and takes an unusual level of interest in Willow's extracurricular activities. But, when strange paranormal occurrences threaten Willow's safety, the witch starts to wonder if its time to exit, stage left! (248/0-7434-0037-2) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MMPB $6.99 SAMURAI JACK: THE LEGEND BEGINS PB by Michael Teitelbaum In the distant past, and evil shape-shifter named Aku has brought destruction upon the land. As the citizen's last hope, a youngster is sent away to train as a Samurai warrior. But when he returns as an adult to confront Aku, the warrior finds himself flung into the future, landing in an unknown time and place. There, the locals dub him "Jack," and help him in his heroic quest to return to the past and undo the evil wrought by Aku. (7057/0-439-40972-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 80pg, FC $4.50 SAMURAI JACK CHAPTER BOOK #1: THE LEGEND BEGINS PB by Tracey West In his first original chapter book adventure, Jack must travel over a perilous mountain range to find a wise man who can help him return to his own time. Along the way, he'll battle the mysterious Shen – mischievous spirits who can work for good and evil – and come face-to-face with his shape-shifting nemesis, Aku! (7057/0-439-40975-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 80pg, FC $4.50 SAMURAI JACK CHAPTER BOOK #2: THE SEVEN LABORS OF JACK PB by Tracey West Jack has a new challenge to face – he must perform seven deadly labors straight from Greek mythology! The tasks are nearly impossible, even for a trained samurai, and Jack has his suspicions about who's behind it. Is it really the fearful Goddess Divina, or is she just another minion of Aku sent to punish him? (7057/0-439-40974-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 80pg, FC $4.50 SMALLVILLE: HAUNTINGS MMPB by Nancy Holder When Clark and Lana befriend Ginger, a new student whose mother has just rented a farmhouse, they find themselves in the path of a sinister menace. For although many old houses are rumored to have ghosts, this is Smallville, and here the apparitions are very real and dangerous! Now the situation worsens as Smallville's meteor rocks are transforming restless unseen phantoms into deadly engines of vengeance. But can even Clark's superpowers fight the disembodied spirits of the dead? (295/0-446-61215-4) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 240pg $5.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPAGHETTI NIGHTMARES TP by Luca Palmerini & Gaetano Mistretta This book takes you on a 40-year journey through Italian films of fear, violence, dreams, and the unconscious. The authors interview producers, directors, screen-writers, makeup artists, and actors to hear their views and opinions. Includes an extensive filmography plus rare and uncensored stills. Over 150 color and black-and-white photos. (8170/0-9634982-7-4) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 192pg, PC $25.95 ******************* NEIL GAIMAN NEIL GAIMAN: ADVENTURES IN THE DREAM TRADE TP by Neil Gaiman Neil Gaiman is most widely known for his graphic novels, short stories, and recent novels. Adventures in the Dream Trade shows other sides of the writer. The majority of the book is a journal — a web log — covering February to September 2001. This daily material was posted to the web so that his fans could see just what happens after a book is accepted. Join Neil in his proofreading, rewriting, grueling promotional tours, signing endless autographs, and being polite to thoughtless people. This is a fascinating look inside the black box—a manuscript goes in and a book pops out at your neighborhood bookstore. Plus: Selected poems and song lyrics, rare short stories, essays, and more. (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 286pg $15.95 STARS OF THE MONTH NEIL GAIMAN'S CORALINE HC by Neil Gaiman, with illustrations by Dave McKean London native Coraline resides in a middle-class flat with her mother and father, and eccentric old neighbors nearby. This seemingly ordinary young girl has been keeping quite an extraordinary secret: there's a door hidden in her home which leads to a nightmare mirror image of her house, neighborhood, and family. Unfortunately, it's governed by a cruel presence that has set its hungry gaze on Coraline! Neil Gaiman weaves this haunting, otherworldly children's tale, complemented with bone-chilling interior illustrations rendered by Dave McKean. (120) (STAR16204) HC, 176pg $15.99 A WALKING TOUR OF THE SHAMBLES SC by Neil Gaiman & Gene Wolfe Just a little distance from Fairie, in Dark Chicago...is "The Shambles." Chicagoans don't ever mention it. You won't find it in Fodors. The Mayor will never award it "Best Neighborhood". But if you must go there— (We strongly recommend that you don't) — then you must carry, A Walking Tour of the Shambles, Neil Gaiman's and Gene Wolfe's indispensable guide to the most mysterious and horrific neighborhood in Chicago. It may save your life. The Shambles is a place of hidden torments and wonders, and our authors are the perfect Tour Guides. Who better than Gene Wolfe, the author of Shadow of The Torturer and Neil Gaiman, the author of Neverwhere, to bring this hidden place to life? Featuring a cover by cartoonist Gahan Wilson. (5265) (STAR16223) SC $15.00 *********************** POP CULTURE 1,000 GAME HEROES TP by David Choquet From cute, furry little rodents to gnarly, sword-wielding giants, video game heroes are the stars of this new book which catalogs 1,000 characters, from the most famous to the most obscure, spanning the history of video games from their very roots to the present day. Arranged and indexed by categories, this character encyclopedia is designed as a veritable "Who's Who" in the digital battlefield. (8075/3-8228-1633-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 608pg, FC $40.00 THE 500 BEST URBAN LEGENDS EVER! MMPB by Yorick Brown & Mike Flynn From phantom hitchhikers to deadly clouds of floating flatulence, to the Boneless Idiot and the Reincarnated Rabbit, these brain-mangling, credibility-straining tall tales of extremely dubious origin will expose you to the fascinating and incredibly bizarre world of urban legends. (248/0-7434-4539-2) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 BUNNY YEAGER'S PIN-UP GIRLS OF THE 1950S TP by Bunny Yeager Before Bunny Yeager was old enough to be one, she fantasized about becoming a Pin-Up girl. She realized her dream and much more. After building a successful modeling career, she moved behind the camera, in the 1950s, to become one of the most renowned glamour photographers in the 20th century. Featuring nearly 200 photographs, all reproduced as Bunny captured them, including full-color and beautiful black-and-white works, this is a celebration of all the emancipated women with beautiful faces and figures who posed for her in the 1950s. (9354/0-7634-1473-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 128pg, FC $24.95 TV GUIDE: 50 YEARS OF TELEVISION HC Featuring more than 350 full-color and black & white photographs from TV Guide's vast archive, this riveting, fun, oversized coffee-table book celebrates the most influential and entertaining mediums of them all — television — gathering a gallery of images and memories for the ages of fascinating and unforgettable personalities, shows, and events that have illuminated the TV screen. (235/1-40004685-8) (CAUT: 4) HC, 10x12, 272pg, FC $50.00 THE WONDER OF AMERICAN TOYS: 1920-1950 HC by Charles Dee Sharp Something happens when playing with, or even simply looking at or admiring a classic toy. The Wonder of American Toys reflects not only the toys of perhaps the most formative era of American history, but what they meant to the children who played with them, and to the society that produced them. Compellingly presented, each of the 584 color pictures and accompanying text offers a fascinating and glorious primer of life in 20th century America. (8679/1-888054-70-0) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x10, 336pg, FC $49.95 STAR TREK STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE—RISING SON MMPB by S.D. Perry On a desperate mission to find his missing father Captain Benjamin Sisko, young Jake finds himself hurled across the universe after he enters a wormhole, only to end up on a bizarre alien ship with an even stranger crew. Joining an adventure he can hardly begin to comprehend, Jake soon discovers that his search leads him in a most unexpected direction, and to worlds beyond his wildest imagining. (248/0-7437-4838-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE—THE LIVES OF DAX MMPB by Various Nine incredible lives, one amazing anthology! This enthralling cadre of solid science fiction tales centers around the unique alien Trill called Dax, who has lived many lives and experienced untold adventures through the many human hosts it has inhabited. One of Star Trek's most acclaimed anthologies, this collection features the work of popular Star Trek authors S.D. Perry, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, L.A. Graf, and Michael Jan Friedman. (248/0-7434-5682-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 432pg $6.99 STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION—NEMESIS HC by J.M. Dillard Here it is: the official adaptation of the tenth, exciting Star Trek feature film, this time pitting Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the Enterprise against old foes… and a startling new Nemesis! (248) (CAUT: 4) HC $20.00 STAR WARS STAR WARS: THE APPROACHING STORM MMPB by Alan Dean Foster The Republic is decaying, even under the leadership of Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, who was elected to save the galaxy from collapsing under the forces of discontent. On the tiny but strategic planet of Ansion, a powerful faction is on the verge of foining the growing secessionist movement. At the Chancellor's request, the Jedi Council sends two Jedi Knights, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luminara Unduli, along with their Padawans Anakin Skywalker and Barriss Offee, to stabilize the planet's population. To succeed, the Jedi will have to fulfill near impossible tasks, befriend wary strangers, and influence two great armies, stalked all the while by an enemy sworn to see the negotiations collapse and the mission fail! (235/0-345-44299-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $6.99 SUPER-HEROES WILD CARDS V: DOWN AND DIRTY TP edited by George R.R. Martin The simmering streets of Jokertown have erupted, as gang war breaks out between ruthless rivals: the Shadow Fists and the Mafia. As the violence rages out of control, even the metahuman Aces and Jokers alike are forced to go underground and wage their own war against the powers of the netherworld! Introducing the fifth volume in the Wild Cards alternate universe saga set in the New York City of 1986 featuring stories by Roger Zelazny, Melinda M. Snodgrass, George R.R. Martin, and Arthur Byron Cover, with illustrations by Tom Mandrake. (248/07434-4544-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 320pg $14.00 WITCHBLADE: DEMONS MMPB by Mike Baron When a well-respected antiquities dealer is decapitated, the case falls to Sara Pezzini. The trail of clues leads to an odd assortment of suspects, including a professional sword polisher, a former NBA star, and the owner of the basketball team on which the star played. But, it's not until the killer strikes again that the possible motive behind these murders becomes clear. Based on Japanese legends, a 16th century master sword maker named Takeyasu was thought to have imbued supernatural powers in all the weapons he crafted, each sought after by Oji – a warrior rumored to have made a pact with a demon in exchange for exceptional fighting skills! Could this ancient warrior have returned from the dead to renew his quest, this time on the streets of New York? (248/0-7434-4520-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 X-MEN/MAGNETO: THE CHAOS ENGINE BOOK 2 MMPB by Steven A. Roman One week: That was all the time given the X-Men to correct a universe-threatening flaw after it was discovered that unknown forces have severely altered the structure of the heroes' home dimension. The source of the disruption? The tyrannical Doctor Doom, in possession of the reality-twisting Cosmic Cube! But now their old nemesis Magneto has the cube, and the danger has only gotten worse! (248/0-7434-4546-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 INTERNATIONAL SECTION EUROPEAN IMPORTS—BOOKS OFFERED AGAIN O/A FATHOM VOLUME 1: WAR BENEATH THE WAVES TP by Michael Turner & Bill O'Neil Aspen Matthews is an ex-Olympic swimmer, marine biologist, and a girl with a past shrouded in mystery. At the age of eleven, she had been found on a cruise ship, with no memory of who she was, or how she got there. Now, as the crew of a top secret U.S. military Deep Marine Discovery platform encounters a strange, alien craft, something is stirring at the back of Aspen's mind, flashes of her earlier life… a life under the waves. Produced by Titan Books in the UK this collected edition features a variant cover, and collects not only Fathom #1-6, but the hard-to-find Fathom #0, previously available only to readers of Wizard magazine! (1-84023-230-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $16.99 O/A FATHOM VOLUME 2: CHILD OF TWO WORLDS TP by Michael Turner, Bill O'Neil, & Joe Weems From the depths they rose in search of the child who walked among the air-breathers, but was part of the world below. Her name is Aspen Matthews, and they revealed to her her heritage, the beauty of the oceans. But behind their concern lurked a darker agenda, a brewing war with mankind and an ancient mystery! Aspen is the key, a vessel of immense power, and she stands at a crossroads… torn between the world that birthed her and the world that raised her. Guest-starring Witchblade and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider! English text. (133/1-84023-292-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 152pg, FC $18.99 *********************** LIBERATORE: FROM QUADRI TO PARIS TP Drawings and Illustrations: 1975-1999 by Tanino Liberatore Imported from Italy! This collection of drawings and illustrations, most of which have never before been published, provides a comprehensive overview of Liberatore's work, from his beginnings in the province of Pescara, through the tumultuous years of Cannibale and Frigidaire, and up to today's retreat of Ville Lumiere. Liberatore: From Quadri to Paris is a must-have for all enthusiasts of Italian and European comics! (133) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 98pg, FC $19.99 LIBERATORE'S WOMEN TP by Tanino Liberatore Imported from Italy! This book brings together a splendid series of drawings and illustrations of women by Tanino Liberatore. These one-hundred pages of color illustrations, representing years of work, are absolutely unique. A must for fans of Liberatore and illustrated eroticism! (133) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 98pg, FC $23.99 RANX VOLUME 3 TP by Tanino Liberatore Imported from Italy! This volume collects the latest adventures of the soft-hearted Ranx Xerox, including 16 pages of as-yet unpublished sketches! Ranx waves his way past a host of depraved and implacable — not to mention terrifying — characters, through extraordinary, apocalyptic landscapes that only Liberatore's lines and colors are capable of creating! (133) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 68pg, PC $23.99 EUROPEAN IMPORTS—MERCHANDISE DOCTOR WHO: LOUISE JAMESON SIGNED PRINT & COVER Imported from England! Choose from a full-color print or first day of issue Cover, both signed by Louise Jameson, who played "Leela" opposite the fourth Doctor, Tom Baker! (133) (CAUT: 4) Cover, FC $21.99 Print, 8x11, FC $24.99 DOCTOR WHO: MATHEW WATERHOUSE SIGNED PRINT & COVER Imported from England! Choose from a full-color print or first day of issue Cover, both signed by Mathew Waterhouse, who played "Adric" on the Doctor Who TV series! (133) (CAUT: 4) Cover, FC $22.50 Print, 8x11, FC $25.50 DOCTOR WHO: SONIC SCREWDRIVER Imported from England! As seen on the BBC's Doctor Who TV series, here's the official Sonic Screwdriver replica! Cast in pewter, the Doctor's multipurpose tool also serves as a writing implement, hiding a ballpoint pen at its point! Measures approximately 6" long. (133) (CAUT: 4) Sonic Screwdriver $21.99 THE PRISONER MOUSE PAD Imported from England! Patrick McGoohan graces this mouse pad, featuring The Prisoner's bold declaration: "I am not a number, I am a free man." (133) (CAUT: 4) Mouse Pad, FC $10.99 RED DWARF: CRAIG CHARLES SIGNED PRINT & COVER Imported from England! Choose from a full-color print or first day of issue Cover, both signed by Craig Charles, who plays the curry-loving last Earthman in the universe, Dave Lister on the campy Sci-Fi comedy, Red Dwarf! (133) (CAUT: 4) Cover, FC $23.99 Print, 8x11, FC $23.99 RED DWARF MOUSE PAD Imported from England! Navigate your mouse with ease using this import mouse pad depicting that victim of poor navigation, the Red Dwarf spaceship! (133) (CAUT: 4) Mouse Pad, FC $10.99 RED DWARF: NORMAN LOVETT SIGNED COVER Imported from England! This full-color first day of issue Cover comes signed by actor Norman Lovett, who plays "Holly," Red Dwarf's tenth generation holographic computer. (133) (CAUT: 4) Cover, FC $23.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– BOOKS ANIME BIBLE 2002 SC This comprehensive volume presents over 1,000 anime titles, from the "classics" like Astro Boy and Gigantor, to modern hits such as Gundam, Nausicaa, and Neon Genesis Evangelion. This definitive edition covers Japan's animated history completely, with entries on over 200 anime works, profiles of over 300 anime heroes, heroines and mecha; a look at animated overseas comics work, 200 comics and 200 creators! Japanese text. (7819/4-05-602906-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 175pg, FC $29.99 ARAISO PERFECT GUIDE SC The Perfect Guide to the series Araiso Private High School Student Council, Executive Committee, contains many screenshots from the OVA, original illustrations, character descriptions and sketches, a map/blueprint of the school, merchandise info, creator interviews and photographs, storyboards, and a mini-manga! Japanese text. (8193/4-19-720211-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 100pg, FC $17.99 BISTRO CUPID ILLUSTRATION & GUIDE BOOK The official guide book to the Japanese Xbox roleplaying game, Bistro Cupid, a combination restaurant sim, fighting game, and dating sim. Includes a color fold-out poster. Japanese text. (8193/4-7577-0937-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 144pg, PC $49.99 DI GI CHARAT: FANTASY PERFECT COLLECTION SC An illustration collection based on the Di Gi Charat game. Included are original illustrations drawn by Kogedonbo, a collection of character faces and expressions, detailed biographies of all characters, and more! Plus: details of the game's eight different scenarios, scoring the game, and more! Japanese text. (7819/4-938867-81-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 150pg, FC $48.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ESCAFLOWNE NEWTYPE 100% COLLECTION From the publishers of Newtype magazine comes this exciting guide to the hit TV anime and theatrical release, Escaflowne! Originally broadcast on Japanese TV in 1996, Escaflowne later went on to debut as a major motion picture in 2000. The story revolves around a high-school girl, Hitomi, who is transported to a medieval-like parallel world called Gaia, where knights wear giant robot armors known as Guymelefs. Features a color story guide, official artwork, and more! Japanese text. (7819/4048532162) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96pg, PC $35.99 *********************** GENSOSUIKODEN III OFFICIAL GUIDE SC The official guide books to the upcoming Playstation 2 RPG, GensoSuikoden III, featuring 400 pages of color screen shots, character profiles, maps, chapter details, behind-the-scenes coverage, and more! Profusely illustrated. Japanese text. (7819/4- 7753-0093-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 400pg, FC $25.99 GROWLANSER: CHARACTER COLLECTION HC Official character guide to the hit Growlanser video game series on Playstation and Playstation 2. Cover all three installments of the series, with profiles of all the lead characters, illustrated by the famous Satoshi Urushihara. Includes a fold-out color poster. Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-1918-4) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 168pg, PC $39.99 GUMDAM FIX: THE WORKS OF HAJIME KATOKI SC This new softcover volume is a visual chronicle of the future as presented by Hajime Katoki--the mecha designer of Gundam 0083, V Gundam, G Gundam and Gundam W. Katoki presents full page photorealistic computer graphic illustrations of various Gundam mechs in various settings. You can see Gundams flying in space, landing in the middle of a crowded city, maintained in the factory, and more! A must-have for all Gundam and mecha fans. Japanese & English text. (7819/4-04-853511-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x11, 96pg, FC $37.99 KATSUYA TERADA: PAINTERBON SC This volume presents a host of illustrations by the genius painter, Katsuya Terada. Delve into Terada's artistic process with page after page of beautiful, full-color illustrations, each one more amazing than the next. Included is an interview (in Japanese) with Katsuhiro Otomo. Anyone studying the art of painting and illustration should check this one out by all means! Japanese text. (7819/4-947752-22-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x12, 192pg, PC $56.99 KOUYASAI: A SHARD OF YOUTHFUL MEMORIES SC The Playstation game Kouyasai was created by world-famous anime/manga artist, Haruhiko Mikimoto, who was in charge of character design and all original illutrations for this love simulation game. It contains original animation frames from the game along with tons of color artwork! Plus: details such as original ads, game-based merchandise, and behind-the-scenes details about the staff and a conversation with Mikimoto. Japanese text. (7819/4-901159-00-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 120pg, FC $48.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION TRADING CARD BOOK Featuring artwork by Yoshiyuki Sdamoto, this set includes four shrink-wrapped card packs (8 cards per pack) inserted into the book in a unqiue cardboard package. Plus, six pages of illustrations and a fold-out poster. (8193/4-04-900748-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, FC $39.99 NOUVEIS LOGIC SC This volume features a retelling of Koh Kawarajima's manga "Shikkoku no Paparatio," originally serialized on the home page of this anime world star (ending in March 1999), and now collected in this perfect issue! In addition to the serial, you'll also find a host of new illustrations plus merchandise shots of figures, a limited telephone card , and other goods! Also included is a special pin-up of Nagisa Shien! Japanese text. (7819/4-938343-41-X) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x12, 118pg, FC $42.99 PERSONA TRIBUTE ILLUSTRATIONS SC The official guide book to the Playstation survival horror RPG series, Persona, in which the player takes the role of a young reporter investigating the supernatural. Includes character profiles, screen shots, game strategies, and more! Japanese text. (8193/4-334-90101-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 100pg, FC $39.99 SAKURA WARS 4 ILLUSTRATION & GAME GUIDE SC Featuring numerous images, screen captures, conceptual character designs, production stills, and extensive story and character background information, this visual guidebook is the perfect companion to the fourth and final installment in the epic Sega Dreamcast Sakura Taisen (Sakura Wars) game series! Japanese text. (7819/4-7973-2010-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 250pg, FC $50.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SERIAL EXPERIMENTS LAIN—AN OMNIPRESENCE IN WIRED HC by Yoshitoshi Abe One of the most unusual and innovative anime programs to come out of Japan in a long time, Serial Experiments Lain presents a stylized, frightening, and surreal story of a lonely 13 year-old student named Lain Iwakura. When she mysteriously receives e-mail from a student who committed suicide, she begins her journey into the world of the wired. But what is "the wired" and will she lose her identity? This gorgeous hardcover volume presents many of the haunting illustrations appearing from numerous sources such as VHS/LC/CD covers, poster art, game illustrations, production sketches, and original works. Also features "The Nightmare of Fabrication" manga story and a sketchbook. Comes in a plastic slipcover. Japanese & English text. (4-7897-1343-1) (CAUT :4) HC, 9x12, 128pg, PC $70.95 *********************** SUPER SENTAI ART COLLECTION SC This cool new guide book features color illustrations of every robot and vehicle from the long-running Super Sentai series, known in the U.S. as the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers! Also includes a section of black-and-white concept and design art, used to develop the look of this popular live-action genre, that has thrilled a generation of kids around the world! Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-2139-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 160pg, PC $64.99 TEACHER PLEASE!: MIZUHO'S LOVER SC Full-color guide book to the Japanese video game, featuring an illustration gallery, character and story guides, and more! Includes a fold-out color poster. Japanese text. (8193/4-04-853528-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 96pg, FC $39.99 TENCHI MUYO!: KANZEN KONPO!? SC Fully illustrated guide book to the Tenchi Muyo! series, comprising every TV episode, OVA, and movie, and including episode synopses, voice actor profiles, and more! Japanese text. (8193/4-04-721383-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 125pg, FC $39.99 THUNDERBIRDS ILLUSTRATIONS SC by Shigeru Komatsuzaki This volume collects the exciting painted images of Shigeru Komatsuzaki, depicting the various vehicles from Gerry Anderson's classic puppet series, Thunderbirds. These dynamic and vibrant images originally graced the box lids of Japanese model kits, and are now reproduced here in all their glory, sans box copy and logos. Japanese text. (8193/4-87278-991-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 112pg, PC $49.99 YOSHITAKA AMANO: COMPLETE PRINTS—1991-2000 SC Before striking video game gold as the character designer for the hit Playstation RPG series, Final Fantasy, Yoshitaka Amano was famous for his stunning fantasy art prints. This volume collects more than 900 of his painted images, produced from 1991 through 2000. Presented in a bi-lingual format of Japanese and English, this is one art collection that should not be missed by Amano's many fans! (7819/4-568-10339-8 ) SC, 9x10, 286pg, FC $96.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — FIVE STAR STORIES FIVE STAR STORIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANGA #5 & #6 by Mamoru Nagano; English adaptation by John Wisnom Available for the first time in English! First appearing in New Type in 1986, this series continues into the new millennium. Across the five star systems, known as the "Joker Systems," kingdoms dot the heavens like stars. Knights, known as "Headliners," control giant robots called Mortar Heads to protect the sanctity of each kingdom. Bound to the knights are the fatimas, fabricated humanoids who possess expanded mental abilities that make it possible for Headliners to control their robotic armor. One of the Galaxy's most prestigious fatima meights, Dr. Chrome Ballanche, completes the work on his final two masterpieces, Lachesis and Clotho, only to have to take them into custody by the local lord! He is a depraved upstart merchant by the name of Grand Duke Juba Bardiam, and he covets the two fatimas to satisfy his outlandish lecheries. Ballanche has no one to turn to for help, but his longtime friend Ladios Sopp to save his two daughters from Juba's slimy clutches. English text. (5454) (CAUT: 4) #5 (4-88775-505-1)—SC, 9x11, 80pg, b&w $9.98 #6 (4-88775-506-1)—SC, 9x11, 80pg, b&w $9.98 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– HAYAO MIYAZAKI The Cat Returns ("Neko no Ongaeshi") The latest animated feature by Studio Ghibli, the studio that has produced the features of Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata — Kiki's Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro, Porco Rosso, Pom Poko, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, etc. — was recently released in Japan on July 19th. Directed by Hiroyuki Morita, The Cat Returns, tells the story of a human girl who is transported to a fantasy world of anthropomorphized cats, and is herself transformed into one of them. She must decide whether she wants to remain in the cat-world, or return home… if she can once again return to her human form! THE ART OF THE CAT RETURNS SC Fully illustrated art book to the latest anime creation from Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli! Included are never-before-seen illustrations, design sketches, character designs, and more! Japanese text. (8193/4-19-810008-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 207pg, FC $54.99 THE CAT RETURNS ANIME COMICS #1 & #2 These full-color volumes serialize this all-new feature film from Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli through full-color screen captures and cel art, designed in fumetti style. Japanese text. (8193) (CAUT: 4) #1 (4-19-770089-X)—SC, 5x7, 144pg, FC $10.99 #2 (4-19-770092-X)—SC, 5x7, 144pg, FC $10.99 THE CAT RETURNS CARD COLLECTION Includes 33 color postcard images from the new film, plus a sheet of color stickers! Minimal Japanese text. (8193/4-8203- 9821-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x6, FC $17.99 THE CAT RETURNS ROMAN ALBUM SC A full-color guide book to the new Miyazaki fantasy film, filled with color cel art, character sketches, behind-the-scenes details, and much more! Japanese text. (8193/4-8203-9821-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 130pg, FC $17.99 EXHIBITING ANIMATION: SPIRITED AWAY AT THE GHIBLI MUSEUM SC This book takes you to the special exhibition at the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Japan, created exclusively to display the conceptual and production artwork that went into the creation of Studio Ghibli previous feature film, Spirited Away. Includes lots of interesting bits of information and insight provided by the creators — presented in both Japanese and English—for every exhibit shown in the book. Just like being there! (8193/4-8203-9821-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 96pg, FC $39.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– HOW TO DRAW COMICKERS QUARTERLY #32 & #33 Japan's quarterly magazine of comic art and illustration returns with a new issue of galleries, how-to tips, and artist profiles. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 172pg, PC $25.99Ea. HOW TO DRAW MANGA: COLORFUL COSTUMES—ENGLISH EDITION by Tadashi Ozawa From the publisher of the world's foremost series of English-language books on drawing Japanese-style comics comes the first all-color volume, How to Draw Manga: Colorful Costumes. More than a simple "how to" book, Colorful Costumes offers a close-up look at the whimsical costumes and elaborately tailored uniforms worn by the young women who work in Japan's cafes, restaurants, hotels and other service-industry venues. Featuring 136 full-color pages showing manga characters in a variety of costumes and poses. English text. (4979/4-7661-1337-3) (CAUT: 2 & 3) SC, 7x10, 136pg, FC $21.99 STARS OF THE MONTH HOW TO DRAW MANGA VOLUME 3—ENGLISH EDITION Compiling Application & Practice Now translated into English! The popular "How To Draw Manga" series continues with volume three that provides more advice to aspiring manga artists. Chapter one covers interiors and exteriors and provides tips for placing characters into scenes and backgrounds. The second chapter features how to draw mechanics. Chapter three covers drawing nature scenes and animals. The fourth chapter features "How to create a short manga story." English text. Available now! (8193/4-88996-045-7) (STAR12106) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $18.99 HOW TO DRAW MANGA VOLUME 4—ENGLISH EDITION Casual Wear Fourth in the best-selling series! This volume shows the shape of pants, jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and skirts of plain clothes and undergarments in a series of different poses and angles. The drape and change in shape of clothing is diagrammed in various photo-realistic illustrations. English text. Available now! (8193/4-88996-046-5) (STAR13613) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $18.99 ******************* JAPANESE IMPORTS –– MANGA 3X3 EYES MANGA COLLECTION #3 & #4 by Yazo Takada Yazo Takada's popular manga series is collected in this massive, 700-page volume! The story centers on Pai, the last of mysterious race of immortals — the Sanjiyan Unkara — who is seeking an ancient supernatural artifact, the Ningen, which can change her into a true human being, which is her fondest wish. Seeking the help of Yakumo Fuji, an ordinary 16-year-old and the son of an archaeologist who devoted his life to the secrets of the Sanjiyan, Yakumo agrees to set off with Pai on what will be one fantastic journey of a lifetime! Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #3—SC, 5x7, 674pg, b&w $25.99 #4—SC, 5x7, 674pg, b&w $25.99 ALICE 19TH #4 by Yuu Watase The latest creation from Yuu Watase, creator of Fushigi Yugi! Alice is a high school student, living a normal, day-to-day life like the rest of her classmates. But when she meets a talking white rabbit… her whole world is turned upside down. Naturally, this is no ordinary rabbit. He's called Nyosega, and he's come to teach Alice how to become a "Lotus Master," a powerful ability utilizing words as weapons! Japanese text. (7819/4-09-135433-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 190pg, b&w $7.99 THE BIG O #3 & #4 Roger Smith lives in a city where all the residents lost their memories in an accident that occurred over 40 years ago. He is a "negotiator" who deals with memory thieves. Follow his adventures as he drives his super-robo, Megamouth, to protect the memory archives, regarded as precious because nobody in the city can remember anything! Story by Hajime Yadate, the creator of the Gundam series. Includes a bonus foldout color poster. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #3—SC, 5x7, 212pg, b&w $10.99 #4—SC, 5x7, 212pg, b&w $10.99 CHOBITS #6 by CLAMP The latest work by popular manga artist group CLAMP (Cardcaptor Sakura). In this world, CLAMP ventures into a market quite new to them: young male readers. It's a near future where personal computers are shaped into beautiful androids. One day, a poor young student Hideki finds a super-cute bishojo PC in a dumpsite. The only sound the girl PC can make is "Chii…," so Kideki names her Chii. Chii has no OS, and no software. In this issue, Chii gets a part time job to make Kideki happy. Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334590-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w $10.99 CHOBITS ANIME COMIC #1 The comic based on the anime television show in book form! This supplement follows the TV version and includes a sticker in the front of the book! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-310154-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 128pg, FC $13.99 CUTIE HONEY: LEGEND OF AN ANGEL MANGA #3 by Go Nagai! Cutie Honey and the detective Seiko actively solve cases. Features several erotic scenes, nudity, and great costumes. Japanese text. (7819/4-575-82672-3) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 226pg, b&w $11.99 ELNA SAGA MANGA #2 by Tsutsumi Shouko As legend speaks, when the Beast Demon fluttered its gigantic wings, causing Evil Wind, people were cornered to the crisis of extinction. A Hero appeared, and after a desperate battle, he buried the Beast in the Magical Sphere of Nols. Yet, the corpse of the Beast still breathed the Evil Wind from its wound, so the Hero thrust his Holy Sword atop the sphere and into the heart of the Mountain, whereupon the vast protected land, the world of Gimery, was born. Now, the winds of change grow fierce and angry. Gimery begins to fall into another crisis, and a new legend surfaces from the ashes of war: the sacred sword-wielding princess, Elna! Join Elna as she journeys to define herself and the course of her destiny midst a quest to stop the onset of a terrible war. Japanese text. (7819/4-7575-0724-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 310pg, b&w $12.99 GENJI STORY MANGA #2 adapted by Chikae Ide The Tale of Genji was written in the early 11th century by Murasaki Shikibu. She was the daughter of Fujiwara Tametoki, one of the provincial governors at the time. The Tale is regarded as one of the world's greatest novels and depicts the life and many loves of a handsome son, Hikaru Genji, known more popularly as 'The Shining Genji', born to an Emperor during the Heian Period. Japanese text. (7819/4-88388-206-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 200pg, b&w $14.99 GUNDAM A ANTHOLOGY MANGA JANUARY 2003 From the beginning to the most recent, this anthology covers everything Gundam completely! Includes info on the original series by Yosikazu Yasuhiko, plastic model kits, and illustrations, and more! Great those new to Gundam as well as current fans! Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 480pg, b&w $12.99 INU-YASHA ANIME COMIC #17 by Rumiko Takahashi When Japanese schoolgirl Kagome stumbles through a boarded-up well within an ancient shrine, she falls back in time to monster-infested sixteenth-century Japan, where awaits the legendary dog-like half-demon Inu-Yasha, serving a term of eternal imprisonment for the crime of stealing the magical Shikon Jewel. There he waits, till Kagome frees him... and becomes the unwitting master of the rebellious, super-strong dog-boy! Together, Kagome and Inu-Yasha must fight against wicked monsters with the magical sword "Tetusaiga" and reclaim the shattered Shikon Jewel! Reproduces cels from the anime in fumetti style. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) (7819/4-09-126797-1) SC, 5x7, 206pg, FC $16.99 J BOY MANGA #2 by Jyunichi Nojyo Sequestered on the solitary Taiwan green island jail, a lone boy, suffering from amnesia, seeks to find his place midst the inmates. Adopting the name "J Boy", he yearns for purpose and meaning to his life. He finds it through his mastery of doukyo (billiards), upon which he is bestowed an ancient wool cloth emblazoned with 10 ornamental spheres. What is the origin of these spheres, and what hidden powers do they contain? Japanese text. (7819/4-09-186492-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 198pg, b&w $10.99 JO-JO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE #6 & #7 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) (CAUT: 4) #6 (40885113001)––SC, 4x7, 188pg, b&w $7.99 #7 (4-08-873126-3)––SC, 4x7, 188pg, b&w $7.99 MAHORABA MANGA #3 by Akira Kojima This brand-new manga from Akira Kojima follows Kozue, the owner of an apartment building. She is very pretty and polite, but with one big difference from everyone else… Japanese text. (7819/4-7575-0750-x) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $11.99 MONTHLY COMIC DRAGON JANUARY 2003 Here's a new monthly manga anthology featuring some of the most exciting manga stories around today! Features the latest from such stories as Real Bout Highschool, Full Metal Panic, and Chrono Crusade, among others! 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) SC, 7x10, 400pg, b&w $12.50 MONTHLY MAGAZINE Z JANUARY 2003 Here is another big, beautiful phonebook-style monthly manga anthology featuring manga stories such as Big O, Kamen Rider Spirits, Devilman Amon, WildArms, and many more! Japanese text. (7819/18341-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 670pg, b&w $9.99 SAIYUKI MANGA #1 & #2 by Kazuya Minekura Based on the Chinese legend comes Saiyuki! Togenkyo is a holy land where humans and demons lived together in relative peace. When someone attempts to raise Gyumao, a powerful demon king, chaos ensues. Demons go insane and start attacking innocent people. Genjo Sanzo journeys west to discover the cause of their behavior. Joining him are three demons –– Goku, Gojou, and Hakkai –– who have maintained their sanity though magical items. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #1 (4-87025-592-8)––SC, 6x8, 190pg, b&w $14.99 #2 (4-87025-287-2)––SC, 6x8, 190pg, b&w $14.99 SAIYUKI RELOAD MANGA #1 by Kazuya Minekura Another story of Saiyuki by Kazuya Minekura! Bishonen adventure — hugely popular with female readers! Japanese text. (7819/4-7580-5001-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 190pg, b&w $14.99 SEVEN OF SEVEN MANGA #2 & #3 by Yasuhiro Imagawa Nana has a problem. She's in possession of an exotic crystal stone that her father bestowed to her. So, what's the big deal? Unfortunately, she held it up to the moonlight to scrutinize it, and now there's "seven" of her walking around, each with their own, individual personalities culled from aspects of her own emotional psyche. One Nana is bad enough, two's company, but seven's just downright insane! Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #2—SC, 4x7, 190pg, b&w $8.99 #3—SC, 4x7, 190pg, b&w $8.99 SHONEN ACE MAGAZINE JANUARY 2003 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. (7819/04879-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 500pg, b&w $8.99 SUPER ROBOT COLLECTION MANGA by Ken Ishikawa Created by Go Nagai, the robots that we've all come to love get together for a rough and tumble dirt-kicking battle! See Mazinger Z, Getter Robo, UFO Grendizer, Geag and others in a comic story that dazzles the senses. These comics are reprinted from special edition manga created and distributed exclusively with robot toy figures from Marmit. Japanese text. (4- 575-93793-2) SC, 5x7, 248pg, b&w $18.99 SWITCH MANGA #1 It's not medicine in the skies we smell. It's pollution. And it spreads throughout the city. A young elite group of government service workers travel north and south to try and isolate the source of the evil responsible for pumping filth into the city. It's breakneck action and suspense in this new monthly manga! Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $11.99 TENJO TENGE #8 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. (7819/4-08-876326-2) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 TOUCH MANGA #2 by Mitsuru Adachi First serialized in the magazine Shounen Sunday in 1981, "Touch" revolves around three neighborhood friends and Junior High School students: Asakura Minami, and the twin brothers Uesugi Tatsuya and Kazuya. Kazuya, the younger, dependable brother, is the ace pitcher on the baseball team. Tatsuya, the older brother, is sloppy, lazy, and gives up his ambitions secretly so that his younger brother can have what he desires. Minami is graceful, well mannered, and much admired by her schoolmates. She has two dreams: one is to marry the one she loves most and the other is to be at Koushien, the annual high school baseball tournament that Kazuya is aiming for. Ultimately, fawning for Minami's attentions, the brothers find rivals both on and off the field. Japanese text. (7819/4-09-162135-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 510pg, b&w $11.99 WXIII PATLABOR THE MOVIE 3 ANIME COMIC Introducing the ultimate visualization of one of Japan's hottest robot anime series: Patlabor! Directed by Fumihiko Takayama (Gundam 0080), WXIII Patlabor 3 took the animated 'mech' genre to a new level of sophistication. Now that same excitement is rampant in this manga adaptation the tells the complete story of the Patlabor movie, plus an additional story that grips you by the funny bone! Japanese text. (7819/4-09-101560-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 222pg, FC $29.99 ZERO SUM ANTHOLOGY MANGA JANUARY 2003 This popular Japanese manga anthology is on sale in Japan on the 25th of every month, and is the exclusive publication serializing Kazuya Minekura's bishonen adventure, Saiyuki Reload, plus Loveless, Magical X Miracle, Magi Magi, Angel Tact, Night Fang, and much more! A very popular title with manga fans! Japanese text. (7819/13735-09-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 460pg, b&w $11.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — ANIME MAGAZINES ANIMAGE JANUARY 2003 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 scoop on the hottest anime around. Japanese text. (7819/01577-01) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, FC $11.99 ANIMEDIA JANUARY 2003 Now available through Previews! For over a decade, Animedia magazine has been a reliable source for the latest news and images of new and upcoming anime in Japan! Focusing heavily on television anime, each monthly issue of Animage features full color and black & white articles and stills of vintage, new, and upcoming anime releases, fold out and insert anime posters, postcards, fan art, manga serials, video game reviews, and more — everything a discriminating anime junkie yearns for! Japanese text. (7819/01579-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 176pg, FC $8.99 FAN ROAD MAGAZINE JANUARY 2003 The comics and anime cartoon magazine that's composed of material from the fans! Most pages are composed of illustration sent in on postcards from Fan Road's readers. A monthly magazine essential for the true anime maniac! (7819/07829-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 174pg, PC $10.99 MEGAMI MAGAZINE VOLUME 28 This companion magazine to Animedia features 2 big stories — "Chobits" and "Machan!" Includes a special appendix featuring Aiyoriaosi and Galaxy Angel. (7819/1580-09) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 174pg, PC $14.99 NEWTYPE JANUARY 2003 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. (7819/07009-12) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, FC $10.99 UCHUSEN MAGAZINE JANUARY 2003 Now bi-monthly! Famous magazine on Japanese live-action sci-fi movies, TV, toys, and American films and TV releases. This magazine covers the world of Tokusatsu, Sentai, Sci-Fi, Horror, and more! (7819/01843-01) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 138, PC $18.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — TOY PUBLICATIONS DENGEKI HOBBY JANUARY 2003 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 FIGUMANIA #3 A complete catalog/book listing some 70 character figures, showcasing the ladies of Neon Genesis Evangelion, Ghost in the Shell, Sailor Moon, and more! This issue is a summer special, and it's packed full of your favorite anime ladies in swimwear! Also, an overview of the most popular characters in the first half of 2002! Japanese text. (7819/4-7747-0093-2) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 180pg, PC (Note Price) $22.99 FIGURE KING ENCYCLOPEDIA #63 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 FIGURE MANIACS SPECIAL #5 From the publishers of Dengeki Hobby! Thrill to a host of superbly crafted and painted sexy anime and manga girl figures, statues, and garage kits in this Figure Maniacs special. Featured contents for this issue include the limited Chobits figure line. Plus, information on the Azumanga Daiou kit, and the original figure line based on Sister Princess. Japanese text. (7819/4- 8402-2137-5) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 120pg, FC $29.99 G-DOLL #2 G-Doll is the new Japanese collectors magazine dedicated to the building, sculpting, and collecting of sexy anime girl figures! Inside is tons of full-color photos depicting the latest manufactured kits and statues, as well as scratch-built original creations! Japanese text. (7819/4-8130-0671-X) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x12, 128pg, FC $24.99 HOBBY JAPAN MARCH 2003 New Lower Price! 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. (7819) (CAUT: 3 & 4) SC, 7x10, 400pg, PC $12.99 HYPER HOBBY VOLUME 53 Japan's monthly magazine on toys, models, and collectibles! Packed with full-color pictures of the latest and greatest toy and action figure releases from some of Japan's favorite manufacturers. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 138pg, FC $13.00 KIKAIDER 00 SC S.I.C. Official Diorama Story The beautiful story of Kikaida 00 is composed of letters and photos of action figures. All work is based on the Bandai SIC (Super Imaginative Chogokin) toy series. Collected from the pages of Hobby Japan, this is the complete photo-diorama from the long-running feature in the premier modeling and hobby magazine. Japanese text. (4-89425-276-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 114pg, FC $37.99 MODEL GRAPHIX JANUARY 2003 A monthly Japanese magazine for modeling fans. Tons of cool super car and robot models. Now available through Previews every month! Japanese text. (7819/18747-01-CONFIRM) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 168pg, PC $15.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — MERCHANDISE DI GI CHARAT FANTASY PERFECT CLEAR POSTERS These illustrated posters by Koge-Donbo showcase the artist's artwork for the popular CG computer game. Expressive, sharp, and tight, these posters are an expression collection of work that charts up to eight different kinds of game scenarios! Press them up to the window, and watch these clear posters filter sunlight past the colors! The Dejiko Wink Clear Poster has Dejiko wearing a black summer dress and hat while she's standing in a garden full of flowers. Also available is Dejiko's Night Walk. This poster has her straddling a broomstick, leaving sparkles, surfing along the night sky high over the head of a city. Puchiko's Summer Day Clear shows Puchiko and Hokke-Mirin outside on a summer day. DEIJIKO WINK (4510417171058)—Poster, FC $12.99 DEIJIKO NIGHT WALK (45104171710440)—Poster, FC $12.99 PUCHIKOS SUMMER DAY (4510417171065)—Poster, FC $12.99 I'M A STRANGE FOREIGNER T-SHIRTS These wacky new Japanese T-shirts offset the expression "Hen na Gaijin" ("I'm a strange foreigner") with words printed in kanji and katakana on beautiful blue and brown shirts. The word "gaijin" is written in katakana, giving the shirt a unique Japanese look. (5484) (CAUT: 4) BLUE LG. (SHIRT-GAIJIN-BL-L) $17.99 BLUE XL. (SHIRT-GAIJIN-BL-XL) $17.99 BROWN LG. (SHIRT-GAIJIN-BR-L) $17.99 BROWN XL. (SHIRT-GAIJIN-BR-XL) $17.99 IMPORTED ADULT PUBLICATIONS All Adult Publications feature Japanese/Spanish text: SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. European Books BIZARRE SINEMA: CULTISH SHOCKING HORRORS HC (4528/88-8275-048-5) ADULT MATERIAL HC, 10x12, 176pg, FC $44.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BIZARRE SINEMA! HORROR ALL'ITALIANA (4528/88-8275-023-X) ADULT MATERIAL HC, 10x12, 180pg, PC $49.99 O/A BIZARRE SINEMA SEXPLOITATION FILMMAKERS (4528/88-8275-022-1) ADULT MATERIAL HC, 10x12, 160pg, PC $44.99 O/A BIZARRE SINEMA JESS FRANCO: EL SEXO DEL HORROR HC (88-8275-040-X) ADULT MATERIAL HC, 10x13, 190pg, PC $44.99 ************************** LE MIE RAGAZZE (MY GIRLS) TP by H. H. Capor (133/88-8355-017-X) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x5, 112pg $20.00 European Magazines EL VIBORA #269-270 (9046) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 100pg, PC $7.99 EROS COMIX SPANISH LANGUAGE MAGAZINES (491) ADULT MATERIAL #2—Comic, 7x9, 68pg, PC $4.50 #10—Comic, 7x9, 68pg, PC $4.50 KISS COMIX #129 (9046) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 100pg, PC $7.99 JAPANESE BOOKS ELFINA ILLUSTRATED SC (7819/4-87763-094-5) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 180pg, PC $44.99 SHA GIRL 2001 & 2002 (42) ADULT MATERIAL 2001 (4-89011-411-4)—HC, 8x12, 184pg $39.99 2002 (4-89011-406-8)—HC, 8x12, 184pg $39.99 Japanese Manga EIKEN MANGA #6 by Seiji Matsuyama (7819/4-253-20095-8) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $7.99 ENOMOTO NARIKO PLUS NOBI NOBITA #3 (7819/4-575-93783-5) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w (Note Price) $22.99 HIGH SCHOOL LADY PATTY by Inui Haruka (7819/4-8211-9971-8) (CAUT: 4) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 198pg, b&w $10.99 PEACH #6 by Yu-Jin (7819/4-09-152566-0) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 Japanese Magazines BUG BUG CG JANUARY 2003 (7819) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $14.99 CANDY CLUB DECEMBER 2002 (7819) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.99 LEMON CLUB JANUARY 2003 (7819) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.99 PA PI PO JANUARY 2003 (7819) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 PENGUIN CLUB JANUARY 2003 (7819) ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 HYPER ANIMATION VIPER LIMITED EDITION CD-ROM (5484) ADULT MATERIAL CD-R $14.99 I'M GONNA NURSE YOU CD-ROM (5484/4-580122-610036) ADULT MATERIAL CD-R $49.99 TRADING CARDS COOL COLLECTIBLES STAR WARS EPISODE II UK COLLECTION CARD SET 80 different full color 2 ½" x 3 1/2" cards from the latest chapter of the Star Wars saga, Episode II: Attack of the Clones! This set features the story line that follows Anakin Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi, Senator Padme Amidala, R2-D2, C-3PO, Yoda, Mace Windu, and the Jedi Knights, as they fight the Evil Sith Lord Count Dooku to keep the galactic Republic from falling apart! Two special bonuses include: a "Planets of the Republic Chase Card Set," consisting of five different chase cards featuring scenes and biographies of Corusant, Naboo, Tatooine, Kamino, and Geonosis; and four original 1980 Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back cards, featuring Boba Fett, Slave 1, R2-D2, C-3PO and Yoda, for a total of 89 cards! (145) Set (x89) PI STAR WARS EPISODE II UK LIMITED EDITION CHASE CARD SETS Here are two exciting chase sets featuring characters and vehicles from the second installment in the Star Wars saga! The Character set consists of 10 cards, and features all of your favorite Star Wars: Episode II characters: Padme Amidala, Jango Fett, Anakin Skywalker, C-3PO, R2-D2, Mace Windu, Count Dooku, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Super Battle Droid, Clone Trooper, and Supreme Chancellor Palpatine; while the Ships and Vehicles chase set includes 10 cards that focus on all the usual ships and vehicles included in Attack of the Clones, from Anakin's Speeder, to Jango Fett's Slave 1 and much more! (145) CHARACTER (C1-C10)––Set (x10) PI SHIPS AND VEHICLES (V1-V10)––Set (x10) PI ENTERPRISE SEASON ONE CARD SET ENTERPRISE SEASON ONE LIMITED EDITION CHASE CARD SETS The Season One set features 81 different full-color 2 ½ " x 3 ½ " trading cards highlighting the thrilling premiere season of the next Star Trek show, Enterprise! This exciting card set covers all 26 of Enterprise's first season episodes, with three cards per episode, plus a complete plot synopsis! An Enterprise promo card is included as bonus, bringing the total to 82 cards! Also available are two chase card sets, 22nd Century Technology, and First Contact, highlighting the futuristic spacecraft, and races that Capt. Archer and the Enterprise crew encounter! (145) SEASON ONE—Set (x82) PI 22ND CENTURY TECHNOLOGY CHASE—Set (x9) PI FIRST CONTACT CHASE—Set (x12) PI THE COMPLETE STAR TREK: VOYAGER AUTOGRAPHED PHILLIPS AND LIEN CARD Ethan Phillips (Neelix) and Jennifer Lien (Kes) from Star Trek: Voyager teamed up to sign this highly collectible card! No self-respecting Trekker or Trekkie should be without it! (145) Card PI ANGEL SEASON 3 PREMIUM CARD SET ANGEL SEASON 3 LIMITED EDITION CHASE CARD SETS The Angel Season 3 Premium set features 90 different full color 2 ½" x 3 ½" collector cards highlighting the breakout third season of Angel! This all new set includes complete episode coverage from the third season, with subsets such as: "Angel Investigations," "Wolfman & Hart," "Demon Compendium," "Vengeance Returns," and more. Also included is an Angel promo card! Also available are two Chase card sets, Prophesies Unfold and Triangulation! (145) (CAUT: 4) SEASON 3 PREMIUM—Set (x91) PI PROPHESIES UNFOLD CHASE—Set (x9) PI TRIANGULATION CHASE—Set (x6) PI SPORTS MEMORABILIA 23 KT GOLD COLLECTIBLES 2002 BARRY BONDS 600 HOME RUN 23KT GOLD CARD This is an exclusive commemorative Barry Bonds 600 Home Run 23Kt Gold Card! One side features Bonds in a deep raised relief three dimensional sculptured image. The other side features a special "real life" laser line technique of Bonds during his 600th home run. To ensure authenticity, each card is slabbed and graded a GEM-MINT 10! (8584) (CAUT: 4) Card MSRP: $24.95 ALEXANDER GLOBAL PROMOTIONS DISNEY CHARACTERS BOBBING HEADS Walt Disney's characters are now available as collectible bobbing heads dressed in a variety of NFL uniforms! These figures are made of a heavy, durable polystone blend and are hand-painted. Appearing in the following team attire, choose from Quarterback Mickey (Broncos, Packers), Running Back Goofy (Broncos, Packers), and Center Donald (Broncos, Packers). (5425) (CAUT: 4) Bobbing Head $13.99Ea. FLEER COLLECTIBLES FLEER 2002 BARRY BONDS 600 HOME RUN THUNDERBIRD To commemorate the historic 600th career home run of San Francisco Giants slugger Barry Bonds, this specially painted 1957 Ford Thunderbird has rolled off the assembly line! Designed in 1:18 scale with a limited production run, this vehicle's design celebrates Barry Bonds's 600th home run, hit on August 9th, and is numbered to just 2002 units! Don't miss this! (546) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and U.K. Die-Cast MSRP: $65.00Ea. FOREVER COLLECTIBLES NFL BOBBING HEADS Some of NFL's biggest stars of today are here as bobbing heads. Choose from: Emmitt Smith, Terrell Owens, Donovan McNabb, Warren Sapp, Brett Favre, Randy Moss, Ricky Williams, Jerome Bettis, Michael Vick, and Tim Couch. (5370) (CAUT: 4) SMITH (BHNFPLDCES)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 OWENS (BHNFPLSFTO)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 MCNABB (BHNFPLPEDM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 SAPP (BHNFPLTBWS)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 FAVRE (BHNFPLGPBF)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 MOSS (BHNFPLMVRM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 WILLIAMS (BHNFPLMDRW)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 BETTIS (BHNFPLPSJB)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 VICK (BHNFPLAFMV)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 COUCH (BHNFPLCLTC)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED MICHAEL JORDAN DUAL NUMBER FRAMED AUTOGRAPH Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest basketball player in the history of the NBA, and this special collectible combines the jerseys of the two teams he's played for, the Chicago Bulls and the Washington Wizards. With a split nameplate and number, this unique item features Jordan's autograph! (4407) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and U.K. Autograph PI UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED KOBE BRYANT NUMBERS FRAMED AUTOGRAPH Some say that Kobe Bryant is the "Air Apparent" to Michael Jordan. Whether you agree with that statement or not, there's no denying that this autographed item is a fantastic piece of Kobe Bryant memorabilia! Kobe's jersey number is signed by the man himself, with a background commemorating Kobe and the Los Angeles Lakers' third consecutive championship. (4407) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and U.K. Autograph PI SPORTS CARDS IN THE GAME INC BE A PLAYER 2002-2003 MEMORABILIA SERIES NHL CARDS This 300-card base set includes 200 Veteran Players, 30 Rookies, 30 Franchise subset cards, 40 "Big Deals" subset cards, and contains a 6" tall Stanley Cup replica in each box! There are 40 cups, each distinguished with an image of a prominent player from the Stanley Cup winning team of the last 40 years. The "He Shoots, He Scores" redemption series continues! Each card has a point value. Accumulate enough points and you can redeem them for a game-used jersey card of an NHL star! Five cards per pack, 24 packs per box. (133) (CAUT: 4) Box PI PACIFIC TRADING CARDS PACIFIC 2003 ATOMIC NHL CARDS This 125-card base set includes 100 Veterans and 25 Rookies, as well as Gold, Blue, and Hobby Variations, and a number of inserts, including: Authentic Game-worn Jerseys; Cold Fusion; Denied; Power Converters; Super Colliders; and U.S. National Pride, an insert only available in the United States! Five cards per pack, 20 packs per box. (477) (CAUT: 4) Box PI TOPPS COMPANY TOPPS 2002 BOWMAN CHROME NFL CARDS This 250-card base set includes 110 Veterans and 110 Rookies, as well as parallel cards, refractor and X-fractor versions of the base set! Also featured are relic cards consisting of the 15 best performing rookies of the 2002 season to date! MSRP: $4.00Ea. (247) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI TOPPS 2002-2003 HERITAGE NHL CARDS This 180-card base set includes 100 Veterans, 25 Rookies, 25 High Numbers (free agents and traded players), 12 All Stars, 10 League Leaders, 7 Award Winners, and 1 Stanley Cup card, as well as special game-worn jersey cards if Calder Trophy winners, goalies, and great skaters, along with a tribute to the 1966-67 Stanley Cup Champion Toronto Maple Leafs! MSRP: $3.00Ea. (247) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI THE UPPER DECK COMPANY UPPER DECK 2003 VINTAGE MLB CARDS Go right back to the glory days of card collecting with 2003 Upper Deck Vintage Baseball. The 280-card, throwback-designed series is again printed on clay-coat cardboard stock and features 80 short-printed cards for maximum collectibility. The overall ratio for short-prints is 1:2 packs, but the 80 cards will range from 1:2 to 1:40 packs. New to this year's Vintage is "lentricular- style" cards that are similar in design to the Kelloggs cards from the 70's and 80's. Also look for game-used cards as well, which will be comprised of game-used bat cards and game-used cap cards. "Timeless Teams" quad bat cards will only be found in hobby packs of Vintage Baseball, and also exclusive to hobby will be a UD Giants bonus pack featuring one 3x5 of one of baseball's best. Also look for McGwire/Sosa combo bat cards! Eight cards per pack, 24 packs per box. (513) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003 PLAYBALL MLB CARDS Introducing Upper Deck's first foray into an all hand-painted set! Upper Deck now owns the rights to the Playball name, a name synonymous with the 1930's and 40's. This product pays tribute to those great sets of the time, specifically the 1941 set that many consider the most beautiful baseball card set ever produced. The 120-card hand-painted set includes a few seeded subsets, as well as an insert entitled "The Yankee Clipper: 1941 Streak," which is seeded at three per box, with each card featuring the box score from one of the game from his famous 56-game hitting streak. There is also a one per pack parallel of the base set that utilizes the same card size as the original Play Ball cards from 1941. There are game-used jersey cards, seeded at one in every other box, and original buybacks of actual 1941 Play Ball cards seeded one per case. Finally, look for redemptions for the original pieces of artwork from all 120 cards in the set! Five cards per pack. 28 packs per box. (513) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico Box PI UPPER DECK 2002-2003 CHAMPIONSHIP RUN NBA CARDS Upper Deck NBA Championship Drive features a first in basketball collectibles… a mini replica NBA trophy in every box! Each mini-trophy includes an NBA champion team logo as well as the year that team won the prize! There are 25 different mini-trophies available, some tougher to find than others. In-pack content include 30 jersey rookies numbered to 1,000 (at least one per box), one serial numbered regular rookie card (on average one per box), another memorabilia card per box and one serially numbered parallel per box! If you like new and unique products, this one's for you! Five cards per pack. 18 packs per box. (513) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2002-2003 SP GAME USED NHL CARDS SPGU hockey returns for a second year, once again delivering one game-used jersey card per pack! New for this year is the addition of serial numbering on every jersey card! There is also, on average, two rookies per box, numbered to 799. Jersey cards are culled from a variety of themed groups, and patch cards as well! Falling 1:12 are signed cards of the NHL's best names. Don't miss out on what will be the most limited and sought after hockey product of the season! Three cards per pack. Six packs per box. (513) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2002-2003 SERIES 2 NHL CARDS Time to update your 2002-2003 Upper Deck Hockey set! In addition to a base set that includes some of your favorite traded players and rookies (1:4) in their new NHL uniforms, UD2 Hockey also includes two jersey cards per box! Jersey cards come in a variety of different themes, many of which are hobby-only. There are also signed jersey cards (#d to 50), patch cards, and the new UD Playbooks fold-out jersey cards. Another exciting first-time promotion will be included in UD2 Hockey… "Dinner With the Stars!" Collectors lucky enough to pull a special redemption card will enjoy dinner with one of the top names in the NHL! Eight cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI NON-SPORTS CARDS ARTBOX ENTERTAINMENT OFFICIAL HAMTARO AND MORE CARDS & BINDER An all new series based on the picture books of Ritsuko Kawai, and the animated series now appearing on the Cartoon Network! The story centers on Hamtaro and his hamster pals, known as Ham-Hams. Ten year old Laura, Hamtaro's owner, and her friends are not aware that when they head to school, their pet hamsters gather together in their Ham-Ham Clubhouse and plan their next adventure. The cards have a puzzle feature that allows you to build the entire Ham-Ham Land by connecting the roads together with the cards. Contains 30 cards and five rare prism cards randomly inserted, along with a parallel sticker set based on the standard 30 card set. Five cards per pack, 12 packs per box. Also available is the official Hamtaro Trading Card 3-Ring Binder, the perfect accessory to keep your cards organized! Padded on both sides with Hamtaro graphics featured, this binder is a must-have! (7047) (CAUT: 4) BOX PI BINDER PI YU YU HAKUSHO JAPANESE IMPORT EDITION CARDS Yu Yu Hakusho follows the adventures of 14-year-old Yusuke Urameshi, a young rebel with no direction in life, the toughest kid in town. When Yusuke saves the life of a young child in a deadly traffic accident and ultimately gives up his own life to do so, his noble sacrifice earns him a second chance, and he is permitted to return to Earth from the Afterworld with amazing powers that must only be used for good. This awesome series of cards includes images from the hit anime television show, with character profiles, action shots, battle scenes, and much more! 10 cards per pack, 24 packs per box. (7047) (CAUT: 4) Box PI BENCHWARMERS BENCHWARMER 2002 SERIES 2 CARDS Over 40 new gorgeous models adorn this second series of Benchwarmer cards, including special swatch cards featuring Son of the Beach star Amy Weber! The set consists of 100 new cards, as well as five more insert sets! (296) (CAUT: 4) Box PI INKWORKS ALIAS SEASON ONE PREMIUM CARDS & COLLECTOR ALBUM From the intriguing television series comes this premiere series of trading cards! This highly anticipated series captures all the excitement of the hit ABC spy series, with episode cards, character cards, behind-the-scenes cards, and more! Each card in the base set is printed on premium mirror foil board, giving each card an amazing mirror finish, and the backs include embedded messages in secret ink — pull out your black-lights to reveal the secrets! Also featured are four exciting levels of chase cards including: six different autograph cards (including star Jennifer Garner); three "Pieceworks Cards" featuring Jennifer Garner's most memorable undercover outfits; a "Secret Lives" puzzle set that you can put together to see some of Sydney's undercover looks; a six-card "Double-Agent Files" set; and six heat-sensitive cards that reveal secret messages and clues! Also available is a collector's album, ideal for keeping your intriguing Alias cards all together in one place. 6 cards per pack, 12 packs per box. MSRP Per Pack: $2.99. (8970) (CAUT: 4) Box PI Album MSRP: $19.95 ALIAS SEASON ONE "SECRET LIVES" MINI PRESS SHEET It's your favorite double agent, Sydney Bristow! Jennifer Garner's sexy spy is the star of this Alias press sheet, of which only 299 sequentially numbered sheets will be made. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime trading card collectible! (8970) (CAUT: 4) Press Sheet MSRP: $69.95 RITTENHOUSE ARCHIVES XENA: BEAUTY & BRAWN CARDS & COLLECTORS ALBUM This 72-card base set is printed in silver satin finish and features Xena, Gabrielle, Callisto, Ares, and more! Packed with a hand-signed autograph card and two costume cards in every box, these cards are not to be missed by any fan of the Warrior Princess. Bonus cards include a nine-card "Kevin Smith Tribute," "Xena Scrolls," "Amazon Queen," and much more. Nine cards per pack, 40 packs per box. Once you've got all your cards, why not keep them safe and secure in a Xena collector's album? It's custom designed to store the entire collection, and includes a bonus autograph card signed by Brittney Powell (Brunnhilda)! 9 cards per Pack. 40 Packs per Box. MSRP Per Pack: $2.00. (4629) (CAUT: 4) Box PI Album PI SERIOUS USA LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS CD CARDZ SET Follow Frodo and friends on their continuing journey through Middle-earth with this new set of CD Cardz, featuring: movie trailers, movie imagery, character and actor profiles, behind-the-scenes stills, screensavers, e-mail postcards, soundtrack highlights, and more! (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) MSRP: $14.95 STRICTLY INK LTD DOCTOR WHO: THE MOVIES CARDS & BINDER The Daleks, TARDIS, and the venerable Doctor Who, time-travelling extraordinaire, are all here in these exciting cards, featuring Widescreen images from the two classic Doctor Who feature films: Doctor Who and the Daleks and Daleks: Invasion Earth 2150AD! Featuring many previously unseen images, this series also includes hand-signed actor cards, and three levels of chase cards, including collectible foil cards! 100-card series, limited to 3,999 sequentially-numbered display boxes. An essential addition for any Doctor Who or Sci-Fi enthusiast. (133) (CAUT: 4) Box PI Album PI FRIDAY THE 13TH CARDS PREVIEW SET The Friday the 13th series of horror films are among the most popular in the history of the genre. See the exploits of Jason Voorhees and those who would try to stop his murderous rampage through campgrounds and neighborhoods alike by picking up these high-octane cards! (133) (CAUT: 4) Set PI APPAREL SECTION PREMIER VENDORS GRAPHITTI DESIGNS POWERS LIMITED-EDITION HARDCOVER BOOK by Brian Michael Bendis & Michael Avon Oeming O/A POWERS: KAOTIC CHIC T-SHIRT O/A POWERS II T-SHIRT O/A POWERS POLICE ATHLETICS T-SHIRT O/A POWERS ZIPPO LIGHTER The Powers Limited Edition Hardcover Book is happening!! After a few delays, the long-awaited deluxe edition of the book featuring story and art by Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Avon Oeming, is here!! This 207 page, Smyth-sewn hardcover book collects collects issues #1-6, the complete "Who Killed Retro Girl" storyline. Packaged together with a special section that contains an Oeming sketchbook, Bendis' original script for issue #1 and a gallery of unused art and covers, this is the definitive Powers collection. Limited to only 750 copies, this book features new dustjacket and signature page art by Oeming, illustrated endpapers and all of the features you've come to expect from a Graphitti Designs hardcover book...and all in a deluxe protective slipcase to boot!! Signed by Bendis & Oeming, quantities are limited and are subject to allocation. Check ou all of the other cool Powers-goodies. Find out for yourself what everyone is talking about and check out Powers today!! 240 pgs, hardcover book with slipcase $69.95 S-XL................................$17.95 XXL................................$20.95 Zippo lighter................................$29.95 THE PRO T-SHIRT The world's oldest profession comes to comics as with the new Pro T-shirt. Features the art of Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti screenprinted in color on black 100% cotton shirt. If you have not seen the book yet written by Garth Ennis, check it out...it's published by Image Comics and is incredible!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 E.C. COMICS LOGO II T-SHIRT The classic logo from the '50's returns on the new E.C. Comics Logo II T-shirt. Features the Entertainment Comics logo screenprinted in black on a white 100% cotton shirt. "Entertainment" never looked better!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 THE FLASH SYMBOL II T-SHIRT The dark side of the Fastest Man Alive becomes apparent on the new Flash Symbol II T-shirt. Features the classic Flash bolt screenprinted in white and yellow on a black 100% cotton shirt. Blows the red version in the dust!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 JUSTICE LEAGUE III T-SHIRT The heroes fro years gone by reunite of the new Justice League III T-shirt.Features an earlier JLA lineup screenprinted in full color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Name all the characters pictured, and win a price!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 THE JOKER VII T-SHIRT The Purple Punster stands all alone of the new Joker VII T-shirt. Features the incredible art of Kyle Baker screenprinted in color on a forest green 100% cotton shirt. The Joker returns!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 BATMAN B & W T-SHIRT ANIMATED BATMAN SEARCHLIGHT T-SHIRT Batman gets back to basic on thses two cool Dark Knight offerings. Batman B & W features the art of Alex Toth screenprinted in white and grey. The Animated Batman Searchlight shirt features the animated styling printed in basic white. Both designs are are imprinted on a black 100% cotton shirt and look great. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 PARADISE X: CAP SHIELD T-SHIRT The Earth X universe shows it's color on the new Paradise X: Cap Shield T-shirt. Features the classic Captain America stars & stripes with a whole new color twist. Printed on a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt, this is pretty snappy stuff!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SPIDER-MAN BLUE III T-SHIRT The series by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale provides the art and inspiration for the new Spider-Man Blue III T-shirt. Features Tim's art screenprinted in color on a denim blue 100% cotton shirt. It's not too late to catch the great series from Marvel Comics...now!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 DAREDEVIL VI T-SHIRT The Man Without Fear takes on a great new look on the Daredevil VI T-shirt. Features the art of Glenn Fabry screenprinted in full color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Daredevil is lookin' good!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN XII T-SHIRT Spidey is hangin' on the rooftops again on the new Ultimate Spider-Man XII T-shirt. Features the art of Mark Bagley screenprinted in color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Spider-Man is ready to make his move..are you? S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 HULK II T-SHIRT INCREDIBLE HULK LOGO T-SHIRT The Hulk gets ready for his Hollywood premiere with these two definitive shirt designs. Hulk II features the art of Jack Kirby and is screenprinted in full color. The Incredible Hulk Logo features a great logo treatment and is also printed in full color. Both are printed on a dark forest green 100% cotton shirt and both are completely overwhealming!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CLERKS LUNCHBOX O/A NAILS ZIPPO LIGHTER O/A MALLRATS: DORK KNIGHT T-SHIRT O/A JAY & SILENT BOB I T-SHIRT O/A CLERKS T-SHIRT O/A CLERKS LOGOT-SHIRT All sorts of View Askew swag is available this month. All shirt designs are screenprinted on heavyweight 100% cotton garments. Watch the skies, cool new View Askew products are coming soon!! tin box, color, approx.. 8" x 6 3/4" x 3 3/4"...................$19.95 S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 S-XL (Jay & Silent Bob I) $19.95 XXL (Jay & Silent Bob I) $22.95 O/A WOLVERINE BLACK & WHITE T-SHIRT Features the art of Andy Kubert screenprinted on black on a white 100% cotton shirt. A great piece of art. Wolvie is colorless!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A NEW GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL II T-SHIRT O/A NEW GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL II LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL III T-SHIRT O/A NEW GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A GOLDEN AGE GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A GOLDEN AGE GREEN LANTERN SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT All of the Green Lantern's are represented this month in our GL Symbol assortment. All designs are screenprinted on heavyweight 100% cotton T-shirt...many are available in Long-Sleeve also!! Get your favorite Green Lantern shirt(s) now!! S-XL $17.95 (short-sleeve) XXL $20.95 (short-sleeve) S-XL $23.95 (long-sleeve) XXL $26.95 (long-sleeve) *********************** APPAREL SECTION ANIME BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: G-FORCE PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FOOTBALL JERSEY Black with red lettering. Front image, back number. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $40.00 XXL $41.00 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: SPECTRA PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FOOTBALL JERSEY Black with green lettering. Front image, back number. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $40.00 XXL $41.00 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: MARK & JASON PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE SOCCER SHIRT Black with white stripe. Front image. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $25.00 XXL $26.00 COWBOY BEBOP: "SHATTER" T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton, gel ink. Back image, chest logo. (7296/3901111) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $17.95 COWBOY BEBOP: "SHOWDOWN" T-SHIRT Red, 100% cotton, gel ink. Front and sleeve images. (7296/3901211) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $17.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: "CHILD" LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Black, 100% preshrunk cotton. Front image. (8343) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $24.95 XXL $25.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION COLLAGE LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Black, 100% preshrunk cotton. Front image. (8343) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $24.95 XXL $25.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION LOGO LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Black, 100% preshrunk cotton. Front logo, back image. (8343/5094) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $24.95 XXL $25.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: NERV LOGO BLACK MESSENGER STYLE BAG Black with red embroidery. Adjustable shoulder strap, dual plastic closures, large interior pocket with Velcro closure, exterior phone pocket with adjustable plastic clip closure, open exterior mesh accessory pocket. (5488) (CAUT: 4) Bag $29.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: NERV LOGO SILVER SLING BAG Silver with red embroidery. Reinforced with additional stitching, measures 10" x 12" x 4", removable cell phone holder on strap, two large inner pockets, large hidden zippered outer pocket. (5488) (CAUT: 4) Bag $34.99 DC COMICS BATMAN KNIT YOUTH STEEP HAT Black. Acrylic knit with rubber mold. (5209/02-05-0265-00-YTH) (CAUT: 4) Hat $7.95 BATMAN: WHITE, GOLD, & BLACK PRO STYLE HOCKEY JERSEY White, gold, and black with twill applique, 100% polyester, 150 Denier Heavyweight mesh. Front image. (7294/BM-245) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $50.00 JUSTICE LEAGUE MESH EMBLEM YOUTH CAP Black, mesh. Front woven label badge, back embroidered logo. Stretch fit. (5209/02-05-0351-00-YTH) (CAUT: 4) Cap $10.95 SUPERMAN: "FLAMES" LOGO T-SHIRT Black, heavyweight 100% cotton. Front image. (7294/SM-428) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 YOUTH $14.95 SUPERMAN LOGO RED, WHITE, & BLUE PRO-STYLE JERSEY Red, white, and blue with twill applique, 100% polyester, 150 Denier Heavyweight mesh. Front image. (7294/SM-426) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $50.00 SUPERMAN BLACK COTTON STRETCH FIT CAP Black with metallic embroidery, brushed cotton. Stretch fit. (5209/02-06-0137-00-OSF) (CAUT: 4) Cap $12.95 SUPERMAN THREE PANEL KNIT YOUTH HAT Black and royal blue with embroidery, acrylic knit. (5209/02-06-0090-00-YTH) (CAUT: 4) Cap $8.95 SUPERGIRL BLACK KNIT STEEP JUNIOR HAT Black with embroidery, acrylic knit. (5209-02-07-0096-00-714) (CAUT: 4) Hat $7.95 DRAGONBALL Z DRAGONBALL Z: "SAIYAN BROTHERS" T-SHIRT N.C. blue with crystalina ink, 100% cotton. Back image, chest logo. (7296/2428411) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z: "TRIBAL PROFILES" T-SHIRT White with crystalina ink, 100% cotton. Back image, chest logo. (7296/2430611) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 YOUTH $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z: "BLOODLINE BLAST" LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Blackwith crystalina ink, 100% cotton. Back image, chest and sleeve logo. (7296/2419212) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $20.95 XXL $21.95 DRAGONBALL Z: "GOKU FACE" ANALOG RED BAND WATCH Red band, face image. (4631/DBZ-W03) (CAUT: 4) Watch $19.95 DRAGONBALL Z: GOKU STANDING ON BAND DIGITAL WATCH Band and face images. (4631/DBZ-W19) (CAUT: 4) Watch $10.95 DRAGONBALL Z: GOKU KNIT ENVELOPE HAT Black with embroidery, acrylic knit. Woven label and piping. (5209/10-07-0007-00-OSF) (CAUT: 4) Hat $9.95 MARVEL CAPTAIN AMERICA ANALOG WATCH GIFT SET Comes in a lunchbox container. (5445/CA654LB) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 CAPTAIN AMERICA AMERICAN UNIFORM LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Navy, 100% cotton. Front and sleeve image. (5360/MVL-0095) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 XXL $22.95 DAREDEVIL OVER FIGURE AND TITLE T-SHIRT White with crystalina ink over clear gel and cavier beads with silver shimmer, 100% cotton. Large back image, small front logo. (5360/MVL-0034) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 DAREDEVIL DIGITAL WATCHES Choose from three different designs. (5445) (CAUT: 4) Watches SRP: $9.99Ea. DAREDEVIL DIGITAL WATCH GIFT SET Comes in a lunchbox container. (5445/DD666LB) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 HULK: "SHRED" T-SHIRT White, 100% cotton. Front image. (5360/MVL-0067) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 MARVEL: AMERICAN HEROES NAVY T-SHIRT Navy, 100% cotton. Front image. (5360/MVL-0089) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 YOUTH $15.95 MARVEL TEAM-UP LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front and sleeve image. (5360/MVL-0064) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 YOUTH $21.95 PUNISHER WITH SKULL ON SLEEVE T-SHIRT Black with clear gel overlay, 100% cotton. Front and sleeve image. (5360/MVL-0037) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 XXL $16.95 PUNISHER ANALOG WATCH GIFT SETS Comes in a lunchbox container. (5445/PN456LB) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 SPIDER-MAN: JUMBO VILLAIN LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Red, 100% cotton. Front and sleeve image. (5360/MVL-0029) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 MOVIES & TV ARMY OF DARKNESS: "L'ARMATA DELLE TENEBRE" T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image, back phrase. (4038/A1701) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $17.95 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA POSTER T-SHIRT Gray ringer with black trim, 100% cotton. Front image. (7280/2608A01) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 BATTLESTAR GALACTICA SHIP LOGO T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image. (7280/2607A01) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 G.I. JOE: DESTRO & THE BARONESS T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image. (4971/85-301-98) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 XXL $21.99 G.I. JOE: SNAKE EYES & STORM SHADOW T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image. (4971/85-301-96) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.99 XXL $21.99 GUMBY WITH BENDABLE PVC T-SHIRT White, 100% cotton. Front image. (4750/TS101) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 INVADER ZIM NAVY HOODIE Navy. Front image. (6358/480005) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $40.95 XXL $41.95 INVADER ZIM: "TACOOOOS" T-SHIRT Navy, 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4802) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 YOUTH $18.95 INVADER ZIM TWO-TONE ¾ RAGLAN T-SHIRT Red with black raglan, glitter heat transfer. Front image. (6358/479834) (CAUT: 4) L-XXL $21.95 INVADER ZIM STRIPE CAP Navy with white stripe. (6358/6845) (CAUT: 4) Cap $20.95 POPEYE: FIST T-SHIRT Blue, 100% cotton. Front image. (4750/TS808) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 POPEYE: NEW YORK T-SHIRT White, 100% cotton. Front image. (4750/TS813) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 SAMURAI JACK: AKU RED FLAMES LOUNGE SHIRT Rust. Front, back, and sleeve images. (4688/4713) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $36.95 SAMURAI JACK: JACK & AKU IN FLAMES LOUNGE SHIRT Black. Front, back, and sleeve images. (4866/4720) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $36.95 MISCELLANEOUS SIN CITY: "CHOPPERS" LONG-SLEEVED T-SHIRT Black, 100% preshrunk cotton. Front image. (8343/5088) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $24.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A "I ACT THIS WAY" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #538! Black, 100% cotton. (4125/1372) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 O/A "IT WASN'T ME" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #538! Dark Ash, 100% cotton. (4125/1148) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 O/A "GIRLS LOVE ME. PARENTS FEAR ME" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #538! Red, 100% cotton. (4125/1329) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 O/A "I'M OUT OF BED" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #538! Gold, 100% cotton. (4125/1332) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 O/A "IT'S MY PARENT'S FAULT" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #538! Gold, 100% cotton. (4125/1386) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 O/A "REALLY BAD" T-SHIRT Previously offered in Previews Update #536! Red, 100% cotton. 4125/1328) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 ****************** TOYS SECTION BARBIE BARBIE: PRINCESS OF THE PORTUGUESE EMPIRE DOLL Capturing all the splendor and beauty of the era, Barbie looks spectacular in a Renaissance-style gown. Celebrating cultures from around the world and throughout time, Dolls of the World—The Princess Collection features Barbie dolls as beautiful, fantasy princesses. Barbie is a standout at court, wearing a glorious gown of jacquard and panne velvet that shimmers with golden trim. A delicate cap of golden metallic lace is the finishing touch to her royal ensemble. Packaging features educational information about the Renaissance and Portugese culture. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/56217) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll $27.99 BARBIE: PRINCESS OF SOUTH AFRICA DOLL Reflecting her colorful history and rich tribal culture, Barbie proudly wears traditional Ndebele-inspired dress. Celebrating cultures from around the world and throughout time, Dolls of the World—The Princess Collection features Barbie dolls as beautiful, fantasy princesses. Barbie doll looks radiant in a black-and-white patterned dress, topped by an ngurara, a colorfully decorated cape. Around her neck and legs, Barbie wears golden-colored rings called izixolwana, an essential accessory for Ndebele women. To complete her exotic look, Barbie has golden hoop earrings and a spectacular golden and red headpiece. Finally, she carries her own dancing mace to carry on her heritage. Packaging features educational information about African culture. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/56218) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll $27.99 COMIC BOOK HEROES **************** See this month's Marvel section for the Diamond Select Marvel Select Black Widow Action Figure. **************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A BATTLE OF THE PLANETS SERIES 1 FIGURES A Diamond Select Release! Diamond Select Toys proudly presents their first series of G-Force action figures, featuring Mark, Princess and Keyop! Sculpted by Gabriel Marquez these figures feature multiple points of articulation and stand approximately 6" to 7" tall. Each character includes their signature weapons as well as mini-replica of their G-Force vehicle (sculpted by SOTA). Blister card packaging. Available Now! (4667/63000) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $10.99Ea. ************************ OFFERED AGAIN O/A ETERNAL TOYS DARK ALLIANCE SERIES II LADY DEATH RE-SCULPT ACTION FIGURE Designed and sculpted by The Art Asylum, this 7" tall figure is not a "repaint" — this is an all-new variant version of the Series II figure, featuring all-new sculpting and accessories! Lady Death includes a wicked scythe and a vicious wolf (articulated)! Blister card packaging! Available Now! (4667/20072) Figure SRP: $13.99 ********************** EDDY TABLE FIGURE Eddy Table, star of "Television Show x32" as seen in the pages of Dave Cooper's Weasel, and is now a 5 ½" tall collector's figure sculpted by Colin Batty. Eddy features bulgy eyes, spiky hair, and three points of articulation! The roto-molded toy comes packaged in an astonishingly beautiful box that features a two-page comic on the back! Limited to 3000 pieces. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5476) (CAUT: 4) Figure $19.99 PIP + NORTON FIGURE SET The PIP + norton boxed set is the ultimate collector's toy! Based on the comic series co-created by Dave Cooper and Vice Magazine's Gavin McInnes, these high-quality toys come packaged in a premium collector box that converts into a Walking Robot Car! PIP measures 7 ½" tall, Norton measures 2 ½" tall. Limited to 3000 sets. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5476) (CAUT: 4) Figure $29.99 TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA MAX-CON WAVE 2 FIGURES Each large-scale Max-Con figure includes a companion transforming Mini-Con figure! This wave is scheduled to include: Starscream (with Swindle), Red Alert (with Longarm), and Scavenger (with Rollbar). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/80703) (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. Figures SRP: $29.99Ea. TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA MINI-CON WAVE 2 FIGURES The ultimate in Transformers excitement! Each Mini-Con changes into a robot! Some 3-packs combine together while others have special features! Plug any Mini-Con into a regular-size transformer to add a new battle feature! This wave is scheduled to include: Race Team — Downshift (Race Car), Dirt Boss (Vehi-X), Mirage (Le Mans) — that combines to create the shield, Skyboom; Destruction Team — Buzzsaw (Cutting Vehicle), Drill Bit (Drilling Vehicle), & Dualor (Tank); Street Speed Team — Sureshock (Scooter), Highwire (BMX Bike), Grindor (Skateboard) — which combine to create the robot Perceptor; Adventure Team — Wreckage (Rocket Launcher), Knockout (Personnel Carrier), Bonecrusher (Missile Loader Truck); and Space Team — Jetstorm (Concord), Sonar (Shuttle), Runway (Jumbo Jet) — which combine to create the sword, Star Saber! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/80701) (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. Figures SRP: $10.49Ea. TRANSFORMERS ARMADA SUPER-CON FIGURES The Super-Con figures include: Optimus Prime (with Mini-Con Over-Run), Sideways (with Mini-Con twins Rook & Crosswise), Blurr (with Dragster), and Smokescreen (with Mini-Con Tractor). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/80702) (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. Figures SRP: $15.49Ea. DIE-CAST THE BLUES BROTHERS: BLUESMOBILE DIE-CAST Forget all of those movie cars with the gadgets, bells and whistles, and fancy paint jobs, there's only one car that can defy the laws of physics (and those of the state Illinois): the Bluesmobile! More than just an ex-Cop car, the Bluesmobile was a blessed vehicle… because its passengers were on a mission from God! Now you can own your own miniature version of the Bluesmobile (along with figures of Jake and Elwood Blues), with this 1:25th scale replica of the movie car! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship December 2002. (6432/CC06001) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast SRP: $17.99 ELVIS PRESLEY'S 1955 PINK CADILLAC 1/18 SCALE DIE-CAST Authorized and authenticated by Graceland, Elvis Presley Enterprises, and the Cadillac Motor Car division of General Motors Corporation! This 1/18-scale die-cast collectible replicates the classic 1955 Cadillac which The King bought and painted for his dear mother… who never learned how to drive! Measuring well over a foot in length, this detailed miniature replica features opening driver and passenger doors, opening hood, and detailed dashboard… even the steering wheel turns the tires! Comes packaged in an illustrated window box, featuring photos of the King and a facsimile of his signature. Certificate of Authenticity included. Scheduled to ship December 2002. (429) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $69.98 JETFORCE MINITECH SERIES 1 DIE-CASTS Only Jetforce offers some of the most detailed die-cast warbirds around! Authentically styled, and including such action features as retracting landing gear, removable missiles, bombs, and drop-tanks, and display stands. This series is scheduled to include: F-14 Tomcat, F-16 Falcon, F-15 Eagle, F-18 Hornet, A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-4 Phantom, M-3, and Su-27. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4387/15001) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Cast $4.25Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING CAMAROS II 35TH ANNIVERSARY SERIES 3 DIE-CASTS Yet another Chevy classic celebrates an anniversary! The Camaro turns 35, and Johnny Lightning has the die-cast replicas of its many looks! This series is scheduled to include: '68 Yenk Camaro (Cameo White), '67 Camaro Convertible (Tor-Red), '69 Camaro RS/Z28 (Daytona Yellow), '70 Camaro Z28 (Lime Mist), '76 Camaro RS (Blue Fire), '98 Camaro SS (Shelby Red). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (6243/427-03) (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-Cast SRP: $3.99Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING DIORAMAS SERIES 9 Series content details unavailable at press time. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (6243/222-09) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Dioramas SRP: $9.99Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING GASSERS II SERIES 2 DIE-CASTS One of the most recognizable hotrods ever to hit American asphalt is the Willys. Ahead of its time in design, this aerodynamic classic always turns heads with its streamlined body and unique front end. This series may include: '33 Coupe, '33 Coupe, '41 Coupe, '41 Coupe, '33 Pickup, and '41 Pickup. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (6243/365-02) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $3.99Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING VOLKSWAGENS SERIES 4 DIE-CASTS That marvel of German engineering returns in a fourth series featuring several different Volkswagen models from which to choose! This series is scheduled to include: '65 VW Beetle (Orange Metallic), '64 VW Beetle (Ralley Green), '01 VW Beetle (Flame Red), '02 VW Beetle (Fathom Blue), '64 VW 21 Window Bus (Primrose Samba), and '66 VW Type 2 Pick-Up (Toga White). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (6243/359-04) (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-Cast SRP: $3.99Ea. MATCHBOX LICENSED DIE-CASTS Collectible die-cast Matchbox cars featuring original graphics and decos featuring some of today's hottest media licenses, including Crocodile Hunter, Saturday Night Live, The Osbournes, Masters of the Universe, and more! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/91565) (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-Cast SRP: $5.99Ea. SCOOBY-DOO ATV DIE-CAST Emblazoned with groovy, Scooby Doo graphics and colors, this 1/18th scale die-cast ATV is perfect for tackling any terrain! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (476/76296) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $14.99 SCOOBY-DOO TRANSPORTER WITH CAR DIE-CASTS When they're not eating foot-tall sandwiches or uncovering yet another fake ghost, Scoob and the gang travel the race circuit, and here's their official 1/87th scale car and transport, both emblazoned with groovy Scooby Doo graphics and colors! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (476/76292) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $5.99 XXX 1967 PONTIAC GTO VERSIONS I & II DIE-CASTS XXX 1998 CORVETTE II DIE-CAST From this past summer's mega-hit spy-flick, xXx, comes this pair of 1/18th scale replicas of the awesome '67 Pontiac GTO that Xander Cage drives throughout the film. Choose from the "pre-gadget" stock version of the car, or get extreme with the tricked-out version featuring custom rims with BFG tires, side-pipes, and the detailed instrument cluster as seen in the movie. Also available is the '98 Corvette that scorched the movie screen! All three cars feature opening hoods and doors, detailed engines and interiors, and functional steering. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (476) (CAUT: 4) VERSION I (33340)—Die-Cast $42.99 VERSION II (33402)—Die-Cast $42.99 CORVETTE II (33341)—Die-Cast $42.99 FANTASY MEGA BLOKS DRAGONS: SORCERER'S LAIR SET Sorcerer's Lair creates a magician's altar with standing stones and a hidden dungeon. The set includes a Dragon with light-up eyes, flapping wings and magnetic claws; plus two complete armies (a total of 10 highly-detailed warriors), a functional war machine, and multiple accessory pieces. The included "Power Stone" activates the Dragon's eyes, and also controls the secret door that opens to reveal the magic scepter! Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5437/9886) (CAUT: 4) Mega Bloks $39.99 MEGA BLOKS DRAGONS WARRIORS FORTRESS SET The Warrior's Fortress set is an epic battle scene featuring a large, built-up fortress, and two Dragons with light-up eyes, flapping wings and magnetic claws. Also included are two complete armies (a total of 12 highly-detailed warriors), plus two functional war machines, horses and multiple accessory pieces! The included two Power Stones activate the Dragon's eyes, and also control the dragon statues that move to reveal the magic dragon helmet! Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5437/9890) (CAUT: 4) Mega Bloks $49.99 HARRY POTTER HARRY POTTER ACTION FIGURES WAVE 2 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets hits theaters this November, and here is the second wave of Harry Potter action figures just in time for the debut! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/50845) (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. Figures $11.99Ea. HARRY POTTER DELUXE CREATURE FIGURES WAVE 2 These fully articulated large-scale figures bring to life the magical creatures from the world of Harry Potter! Each figure comes with themed accessories. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/50846) (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. Figures $19.99Ea. HARRY POTTER LEGO: ARAGOG IN THE DARK FOREST SET Help rescue Harry and Ron from the giant spider Aragog in the Dark Forest! If the secret lever is pulled they'll get trapped in the cobweb! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4727) (CAUT: 4) Set $22.99 HARRY POTTER LEGO: CHAMBER OF SECRETS SET Gather up your courage and follow Harry to the Chamber of Secrets! But take care — the entrance gate doesn't allow anyone to escape! Enter the chamber and watch out for the giant Basilisk! The phoenix Fawkes and the Gryffindor sword are your only allies in this mysterious place, and only you can help Harry free Ginny! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4730) (CAUT: 4) Set $81.99 HARRY POTTER LEGO: DUELING CLUB SET Join Gilderoy Lockhart's Dueling Club! Will Harry win the duel, or will Malfoy's spell make him fall over? Turn the armor- clad ghost and a fearsome snake will enter the scene! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4733) (CAUT: 4) Set $22.99 HARRY POTTER LEGO: DUMBLEDORE'S OFFICE SET Can you unlock the hidden entrance to Dumbledore's magnificent office where he, Professor McGonagall and Harry are waiting for you? You will love all the magic functions hidden away in this office! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4729) (CAUT: 4) Set $58.99 HARRY POTTER LEGO: ESCAPE FROM PRIVET DRIVE SET Watch out! Ron is flying to Harry's rescue in his father's flying car! Don't forget to get all of Harry's school supplies from under the stairs! Turn the chimney and letters will drop into Harry's room! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4728) (CAUT: 4) Set $35.99 HARRY POTTER LEGO: QUIDDITCH PRACTICE SET Harry and his friends have to practice a lot to become even better Quidditch players! Try catapulting the Quaffle through the ring and see whether you could qualify for a place on the Gryffindor team alongside Fred and George Weasley! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (5178/4726) (CAUT: 4) Set $14.99 MILITARY FIGURES AVIATOR U.S. ARMY APACHE PILOT "MARSHALL" ACTION FIGURE The Apache AH-64 is the Army's primary attack helicopter. "Marshall" comes with uniform, t-shirt, body armor, OVI vest with life-preserver, fire cap, boots, flight helmet, .38 revolver & pouch, survival knife & sheath, walkie-talkie, flare launcher, signal flares & holder, signal mirror, whistle and sunglasses. Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4851/21094) (CAUT: 4) Figure $47.00 G.I. JOE NEW ALPHA 12-INCH FIGURES WAVE 4 More realistic military collectibles from the G.I. Joe 12" line! The New Alpha assortment is scheduled to include: S.W.A.T. Sniper, Green Beret, Vietnam Special Forces (African American), and S.W.A.T. Sniper (Hispanic). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/81071) (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. Figures SRP: $21.99Ea. G.I. JOE VS. COBRA 8-PACK COLLECTION WITH COMIC BOOK Now you can re-live the adventures of the Real American Heroes as they battle the forces of Cobra with this limited edition collector's pack featuring eight exclusive 3 ¾" G.I. Joe (Dial Tone, Roadblock, Wetsuit, Snake Eyes) and Cobra (Undertow, Firefly, Fast Blast Viper, & Storm Shadow) figures, with complete bio cards for each character on the back. Plus, this set comes with a copy of G.I. Joe #1 from Image Comics! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/53227) (CAUT: 4) Set $41.99 RICHARD MARCINKO COMBAT SWIMMER ACTION FIGURE Richard Marcinko's career with the US Navy spans more than 30 years and is highlighted by his command of the legendary SEAL Team Six and Red Cell counter terrorist teams. The Marcinko Combat Swimmer figure is dressed in a black diving "drysuit" and comes with a woodland camo jacket, gray life vest, dive mask, swim fins, dive boots and an automatic weapon. Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4851/21069) (CAUT: 4) Figure $47.00 STIKFAS COLLECTOR FIGURES WAVE 2 Now Available in More Colors! Stikfas Action Figure Kit (AFK) is a super-articulated 3" figure you can assemble and configure in numerous ways. With its unique design and solid parts, the Stikfas AFK is both playable and customizable. Armed with incredible poseability and 44 interchangeable parts, accessories, and labels, Stikfas aim to lead the way in a whole new toy revolution! Available in Green, Tan, or original Black. Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (309/85114-0002) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.00Ea. TERMINATE!: CARLOS THE ENFORCER ACTION FIGURE An enigmatic and shadowy figure with a mysterious past; the master terrorist with a genius for planning and manipulation; his skills are for sale to the highest bidder. Highly skilled with weapons, munitions and espionage, Carlos controls a web of willing terrorists. He has no morals, no scruples and it seems, no past. He is well known but rarely seen. He is both legend and myth, and number one on the most-wanted lists of all authorities. But they cannot catch what they cannot see... Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4851/34274) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 TERMINATE!: SCAR THE ENFORCER ACTION FIGURE An ex-Navy Seal who was discharged from the service for conduct un-becoming. During one of his missions, things went horribly wrong killing some of his team and leaving him with a hideous scar. He blames the Seals and not himself and has changed his name to Scar to remind him of his hatred. He works with Carlos for the sole purpose of vengeance. He is a very twisted individual and his Seal training makes him a very skilled and dangerous adversary. Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4851/34273) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 WWII LUFTWAFFE FIGHTER PILOT MJR. WAGNER ACTION FIGURE From the Elite Force's WWII series come this authentically styled military collector's figure depicting "Major Ernst Wagner" of Germany's Luftwaffe. The 12" figure comes complete with flight suit, boots, cap, shirt with tie, clipboard, satchel, flare gun, pistol with leg holster, and more. Fifth panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4851/21093) (CAUT: 4) Figure $47.00 MOVIES/TV THE CROW 12" ACTION FIGURE WITH SOUND Perfect for Halloween or anytime comes this 12" figure of Eric Draven as The Crow! This fully poseable action figure features a removable trench coat and accessories. In addition, it also features four electronic voice phrases pulled from the original Crow film, including: "It's not a good day to be a bad guy," "Victims, aren't we all?," "And I say I'm dead. And I move." and "It can't rain all the time." Limited to 10,000 pieces. Window box packaging. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Figure $29.99 DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN MADONNA ACTION FIGURES The 1985 comedy, Desperately Seeking Susan was a breakout role for the then pop sensation, Madonna, who played the title role of "Susan", a free-spirited New York punkette. Now, Vital Toys presents this new series of figures based on her many costume changes in the film. Choose from: "Pink" (from Bathroom Scene), "White" (from Bedroom Scene), "Orange" (from Club Scene), and "Black" (in Pyramid Jacket). Each figure stands approximately 12" tall and features limited articulation. Blister card packaging. (4844) (CAUT: 3 & 4) BLACK (DSS04A)—Figure $19.99 ORANGE (DSS03A)—Figure $19.99 PINK (DSS01A)—Figure $19.99 WHITE (DSS02A)—Figure $19.99 ENTERPRISE: BROKEN BOW T'POL SCIENCE STATION DELUXE FIGURE From the inmates at The Art Asylum! Broken Bow Deluxe figures feature realistically sculpted figures and Enterprise NX-01 Bridge consoles modeled directly from the blueprints! Featuring bridge crew audio and sound effects from the Enterprise premiere episode, "Broken Bow," all the bridge consoles from this Deluxe series can connect to form a huge bridge scene! Scheduled to ship December 2002. (4850/85302) (CAUT: 4) Figure $33.99 GODZILLA ADVENTURE SET 2 The Godzilla Adventure Set comes with everything you need to create your own Godzilla battles! Included is a 5" figure, five 2 ½" figures, and a plastic diorama play area for the figures! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (9036/91832B) (CAUT: 4) Play Set SRP: $19.99 GODZILLA COLLECTOR'S ACTION FIGURES WAVE 2 Collect the entire family of Toho mon-stars with this series of 6 ½" action figures including the Kaiju King, his friends, and enemies! This wave is scheduled to include: Space Godzilla, Mecha-Godzilla, Mecha King Ghidorah, Anguirus, and Godzilla 2001. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (9036/91822B) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $5.99Ea. THE INCREDIBLE HULK MOVIE SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES 2003 will be a big year for Marvel Movies, and none will be bigger than Ang Lee's The Incredible Hulk, starring Eric Bana (Black Hawk Down) as mild-mannered scientist Bruce Banner! Bring home the power of the Hulk with this series of fully poseable action figures! Each 6 ½" scaled figure has an action feature and accessories that bring to life key action sequences from the Hulk movie! Figures vary in size from just over 4" to 6 ½" to capture true character scale. Super-Poseable Hulk (with Bungee Leaping Action), Smashing Hulk (with Smash and Crush Action & Collapsing-Hood Car), and Punching Hulk (with Punching Action & Breakaway Wall). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (49/70500) (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. Figure SRP: $10.49Ea. THE INCREDIBLE HULK MOVIE 13-INCH ROTO-CAST FIGURES Collectors will love these massive, 13" fully poseable, roto-molded figures with realistically torn fabric pants! Each figure perfectly captures a different Hulk expression from the motion picture! This assortment is scheduled to include: Hulk and Raging Hulk! Open tray packaging. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. (49/70525) (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. Figure SRP: $11.99Ea. THE INCREDIBLE HULK MOVIE SMASH 'N' GO ACTION TOYS These action toys features the rampaging Hulk doing what he does best: smashing stuff! These battery operated "Bump-n-Go" Hulk toys each comes with a different action feature that depicts the mammoth super hero in full rage! This assortment is scheduled to include: Hulk on Tank (with Smashing Action) and Hulk on Rubble (with Punching Action). (Requires 2 "AA" batteries, not included.) Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (49/70520) (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. Action Toy SRP: $8.99Ea. KING OF THE HILL SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Nominated for a "Best Animated Series" Emmmy, Mike Judge's hilarious slice of Lone Star State life series, King of the Hill, finally has its own collectible action figure series! Hank, Peggy, Dale, and Bill make up the first series, and each character comes with themed accessories, including a portion of the King of the Hill fence seen in the show's opening credits. Collect all seven figures to complete the fence! The fence is also a portion of a bigger playset, scheduled for release in 2003! Blister card packaging. (4368/24127) (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. Figure MSRP: $12.99Ea. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE DELUXE FIGURES WAVE 2 Mattle's revamped Masters of the Universe toy line continues with an all-new wave of deluxe figures! When you turn their waists, these mighty warriors talk and emit sword-slashing/clashing sound effects! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/B1510) (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. Figures SRP: $15.99Ea. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE HEROES/ENEMIES FIGURES With the help of his allies, He-Man takes on Skeletor and his evil henchmen in a desperate battle to save Eternia from destruction. Each figure has its own power and special feature. The Heroes (Wave 3) include He-Man (with a cool new action feature) and Ram Man (with spring-loaded upper body & ramming action); while the Enemies (Wave 2) Tri-Klops (with sword-swinging action & 3 different translucent eyes) and Trap Jaw (with spring-loaded, jaw-crushing action, interchangeable arm & weapons), plus Beast Man, Mer-Man, and Skeletor! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744) (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. ENEMIES WAVE 2 (B1509)––Figures SRP: $11.99Ea. HEROES WAVE 3 (B1508)––Figures SRP: $11.99Ea. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: ULTRA ETERNIA WAVE 1 Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (744/56705) (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. Figures SRP: $22.49Ea. THE MUPPET SHOW ACTION FIGURES SERIES 3 ASSORTMENT It's the third series in the hot new Muppet Show line! The Muppet Show Series 3 Action Figures are fully articulated and blister carded. The lineup includes Rowlf (with Baby Grand Piano, Candelabra, Logo Base), Scooter (with Skateboard, Clipboard, Megaphone, Soda Cup & Holder, Chinese Take-Out Box, Portable Radio, Logo Base), Zoot (with Saxophone & Case, Music Stand, Logo Base), and fan-favorite Lew Zealand (with Kenneth Fish, Swordfish, Small Mouth Bass, Minnow Bucket, Logo Base)! Blister Card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (8644/12103) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.99Ea. THE MUPPET SHOW ACTION FIGURES SERIES 3—SWEDISH CHEF KITCHEN DELUXE PLAYSET Move over Emeril Lagasse, step aside Julia Child. It's the original TV chef in action: The Swedish Chef! "Bork! Bork!" The third awesome Muppet Show playset not only includes the great Swedish Chef (a 6-inch figure with 10 points of articulation), but a fully loaded kitchen featuring well over 30 accessories, including: working cabinets, refrigerator doors, oven, pots and pans, and (of course) the Lobster Bandits! This is the first in the Deluxe Playsets line (larger and with more accessories than the standard playsets)! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (8644/14003) (CAUT: 4) Playset SRP: $34.99 ROCKY ACTION FIGURE Sylvester Stallone made cinema history in 1976 with his staring role in Rocky, the story of a Philadelphia meat packer who overcomes adversity and rises to the chance at capturing boxing's heavyweight title. This figure captures Rocky in his classic "Victory" pose, at the top of all those steps he fought during his rigorous training. Figure stands approximately 12" tall, and features limited articulation. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4844/R01A) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Figure $19.99 THE SIMPSONS: MOE'S TAVERN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT A Previews Shared Exclusive with Electronics Boutique! All your favorite Simpsons barflies will be drawn to this Previews Exclusive playset, recreating Springfield's one and only watering hole, Moe's Tavern! And look who's dropped in to spread the word about Duff Beer (and Duff Lite!), why it's the exclusive Duffman action figure, available only with this set! Plug him onto the Tavern floor and he (and any other Simpsons figure), will utter original dialog from the hit TV series! Includes three AAA batteries. "Try Me" window box packaing. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (222/199185) (CAUT: 4) Playset SRP: $45.99 THE SIMPSONS: EPISODIC THEMED MINI-FIGURES WAVE 2 These episodically themed miniature Simpsons action figures from the popular TV show are fully articulated and stand approximately 3" tall. This wave is scheduled to include: "Homer the Heretic" and "Brother from the Same Planet." Window box packaging featuring episode-specific trivia! Scheduled to ship in August. (222/142084) (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: $14.99Ea. STAR TREK: BORG ASSIMILATION ACTION FIGURES From the inmates at The Art Asylum! "We are the Borg. Resistance is futile." Star Trek's biomechanical terrors, the Borg, have assimilated countless species across the galaxy, moving from one planet to the next, assimilating all that these worlds have. This new series of figures shows the results of the Borg's assimilations of various alien races, including Cardassians, Hirogens, and the Klingons! Each 7" tall figure features all the trademark signs that make a Borg a Borg, including replaced limbs, implants, and deathly coloration. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship January 2003. (4850/85950) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $12.99 STAR WARS: EPISODE II––ATTACK OF THE CLONES 12-INCH FIGURES WAVE 3 A third wave of authentically detailed 12" scale action figures, based on this past summer's blockbuster, Episode II! This series may include: Anakin Skywalker, Padme Amidala , and Geonosian Warrior. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (309/84940) (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. Figures SRP: $29.99Ea. MUSIC KISS GRUNTZ FIGURES KISS's "farewell" continues, and America (and the rest of the world) just can't get enough of the boys! These "Gruntz" collectible 7" tall figures capture the boys of KISS in their full regalia, and feature bobble-head action on articulated bodies. This series will include: Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, and Ace Frehley. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2003. (5096/SGA205) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $14.99 SNOOP DOGG ACTION FIGURES Snoop Dogg has gone from rap/hip-hop sensation to Hollywood star in such films as Bones and The Wash. Now here are three different 12" tall versions of Snoop, sporting the latest fly threads. This series is scheduled to include: "Street", "Suit", and "Bandana". Each figure is fully articulated and features a real cloth outfit. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4844/SDA) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Figure $34.99Ea. MINI MOSHERS GRUNTZ FIGURES These "Gruntz" collectible figures replicate a motley bunch of moshers, all appropriately decked out in black t-shirts, bad haircuts, and the prerequisite bumps, bruises, black eyes, and missing teeth that identify the great American Mosher. Bobble- heads will never be the same again! This series will include: Max von Dubnut, Donnie Brooks, and Jarvis Wayne! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2003. (5096/SGA202) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $7.99Ea. OUTKAST GRUNTZ FIGURES Outkast — the hip-hop team of Dre and Big Boi — gets the "Gruntz" treatment with these cool 7" tall figures, featuring two different versions of Dre and Big Boi, each with bobble-head action! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (5096/SGA202) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $14.99 SPORTS PRO-ZONE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL SERIES 1 FIGURES Pro-Zone presents highly detailed, articulated action figures of today's greatest baseball players! Sport Talk technology brings the game to life when the figures are placed on a compatible environment. A chase figure will be included in every wave adding to the collectibility! This series is scheduled to include: Derek Jeter, Sammy Sosa, Alex Rodriguez, Mike Piazza, Pedro Martinez, and Curt Schilling. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (222/142120) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $14.99Ea. PRO-ZONE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL SERIES 1 PLAYSETS Highly detailed pitching mound and batters box dioramas that bring the Pro-Zone MLB figures to life! Each player's greatest moments in baseball will be called out when a compatible figure is connected to an environment. Each environment contains an exclusive, highly detailed articulated figure, available nowhere else! ESPN's Stuart Scott will voice and callout the players greatest moments! This series is scheduled to include: Batter's Box (with Barry Bonds) and Pitchers Mound (with Randy Johnson). 3 AA Batteries included. "Try Me" window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (222/142140) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $27.99Ea. WWE FINAL COUNT SERIES 6 SMACKDOWN 2-PACKS The smackdown comes on like a hammer when you get in the ring with these bad boys! Each pack features two WWE figures! This series is scheduled to include: Triple H vs. Hulk Hogan, Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit, and Chuck vs. Billy. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4301/W92085) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. 2-Pack SRP: $21.50Ea. WWE TRASH-TALKIN' CHAMPIONS SERIES 3 ACTION FIGURES These 6" tall electronic Trash-Talkin' Champions utter some of their trademark phrases as heard on the various WWE programs! This series may include: Triple H, The Rock, Hulk Hogan, RVD, Kurt Angle, and Chris Jericho. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4301/W94055) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $16.99Ea. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES 12" ACTION FIGURES The TMNT return in this all-new series of toys based on their return to TV screens this fall! Each figure will be fully articulated and meticulously detailed, right down to the detailing on their shells. All figures will include their authentic ninja gear as seen on the show. This series will include: Leonardo, Donatello, Michaelangelo, and Raphael. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (222/154140) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $28.50Ea. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES DELUXE ARMORED TRUCK A deluxe armored truck vehicle as seen on the new TMNT animated series! Highly detailed and decorated, this battle wagon features free-rolling wheels, opening doors, sliding ramps, and seats up to four 5" tall TMNT figures. Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (222/154123) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Vehicle $30.00 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES VEHICLES ASSORTMENT The Turtles can roll into battle on one of these one-ma… er… one-Turtle vehicles! All feature free-rolling wheels and TMNT- styling. This series is scheduled to include TMNT Motorcycle and TMNT Sewer Sled. Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (222/154150) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Vehicle SRP: $15.00Ea. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES 5" FIGURES WAVE 1 The TMNT are back, and so are their cool and collectible action figures! Featuring multiple points of articulation and meticulous detailing, these 5" tall figures will have you shouting "Cowabunga!" Dude, this wave is scheduled to include: Leonardo, Donatello, Michaelangelo, Raphael, Splinter, April O'Neil, Shredder, and a Foot Soldier. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (222/154020) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.00Ea. VIDEO GAMES OFFERED AGAIN O/A DRAGON'S LAIR 3-D SERIES 1 FIGURES Classic arcade characters from Don Bluth's Dragon's Lair come to life for the first time in action figure form! This series will include: Dirk the Daring (6" tall with 12 points of articulation, Eyeball Tentacle bendable creature, sword & sheath, blue & green keys, and magic health bottle, and opening backpack), Princess Daphne (5" tall with 6 points of articulation, golden treasure base and magic medallion), and Mordoc the Dark Wizard (5" tall with 10 points of articulation, two wacky Dingbats & magic staff). Blister card packaging. Available Now! (5343) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $9.99Ea. O/A DRAGON'S LAIR 3D SERIES 1 DELUXE FIGURE The evil dragon Singe measures approximately 16" long from head to tail! He features eight points of articulation including two inner armatures — one in the neck and one in the tail — allowing for exceptional movement and poseability! Includes a jewel treasure base with a removable sword. The sword can also be placed in Dirk's sheath. In addition, Singe comes with the golden key around his neck. Window box packaging. Available Now! (5343) Figure SRP: $16.99 ********************** MECH WARRIOR SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Designed by JoyRide Studios! From the hit computer game, Mech Warrior, comes this new line of robotic action figures, expertly replicating the gargantuan robots that battle for supremacy in the far future. Cast in high impact plastic and die-cast metal, these 9" tall Mechs are fully articulated, and include various weapons and armaments that can be removed and used by other Mechs. This first series is scheduled to include: Mad Cat, Jupiter, and Legionnaire. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. (476/76314) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $27.99Ea. MECHWARRIOR SERIES 1 ACTIVITY SETS Designed by JoyRide Studios! If you're a Mech Warrior player, then you probably have your own favorite skins to use with your Mechs. Now you can re-create your in-game Mechs with these Mech Warrior Activity Sets, awesome robots from the game in kit form. You build them! You paint them! You arm them! You're the Mech Commander with this series, scheduled to include: Mad Cat, Forestry Mech, Jupiter, and Legionnaire. When completed, each articulated figure stands approximately 9" tall. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. (476/76315) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $27.99Ea. STATUES & MODELS SECTION COMIC BOOK HEROES JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER'S DAWN MINI-BUST A Diamond Select offering! The first ever Dawn mini-bust! Fan-favorite and award-winning Dawn creator, Joseph Michael Linsner, has joined forces with Diamond Select Toys to create this highly detailed bust! Joe was involved in every step of the process, from the design of the bust to supervising the paint. Under Joe's watchful eye, sculptor Andy Bergholtz has captured the essence of the goddess. Dawn sits atop a highly detailed heart-shaped base in her leather suit and striking red tie. The base features the iconic red rose crafted in loving detail down to the thorns. This piece measures over 7" tall from top to bottom. The famous tragedy and comedy masks are held in each hand. Each bust comes with an individually hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticly. Guaranteed in stores In January 2003! (4667/20164) (CAUT: 4) Mini-Bust $50.00 G.I. JOE: ROADBLOCK MINI-BUST Originally planning to become a chef, Roadblock instead chose the path of the Army in the hopes of receiving culinary training there. Now Roadblock has traded in his spatula for an M-2 Browning .50 cal, and he's cookin' up some hot lead for the minions of Cobra! This hand-painted and ultra-detailed mini bust will be an awesome addition to your G.I. Joe Mini-Bust Collection! Mini-bust measures over 6" tall and sits on an authentic G.I. Joe symbol base. This is the fourth piece in a brand- new ongoing series of G.I. Joe licensed resin collectibles, and is strictly limited to initial orders only. Features individual, corresponding serial numbering on both the box and the statue itself. Window box packaging, featuring another brand new original painting by G.I. Joe legend Dave Dorman! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (8644/20025) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Mini-Bust $45.00 KABUKI ARTIST PROOF EDITION BUST Moore Creations presents this extremely limited Artist Proof Edition version of the previously offered Kabuki Bust, based on the lead character appearing in David Mack's award-winning Image Comics series! The run on this 5" tall bust is less than 300 pieces (decorated with real diamonds!) each fully painted and presented in 1/6th scale for a more elegantly detailed visual appeal. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (8734) (CAUT: 4) Bust $75.00 YELLOW JACKET MINI-BUST From the Avengers, Yellow Jacket makes a comeback as this 5 ½" mini-bust! With his fists clenched, Yellow Jacket is ready for his opponent! Sculpted by Bowen Designs! Also available in a special "Gold" variant edition! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (8824) (CAUT: 4) REGULAR—Mini-Bust $45.00 GOLD—Mini-Bust $45.00 MEDUSA BUST Like the legend, one can't help but to look at Medusa, Queen of the Inhumans! She first appeared in Fantastic Four #36 back in 1965 and has been turning heads ever since, including as this new 5" tall mini-bust. Sculpted by Bowen Designs! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Mini-Bust $45.00 NICK FURY MINI-BUSTS Nick Fury: Agent of the Shield combined James Bond with super-heroism, in which the enemy was HYDRA and Nick was equipped with all kinds of high-tech gadgets. Fittingly, this bust depicts Nick Fury with a chest strap, utility belt, his eye patch, cigar in mouth, and of course, gun in hand! Sculpted by Bowen Designs, this piece stands 5 ½" tall and is available is two versions, the Shield Insignia version, featuring Nick in white gloves, and a Stealth version, wearing black gloves. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (8824) (CAUT: 4) SHIELD INSIGNIA––Mini-Bust $45.00 STEALTH––Mini-Bust $45.00 BLACK CAT MINI-BUST Whether using her powers of probability-alteration or simply relying on her athletic prowess, Felicia Hardy, a.k.a. The Black Cat, always lands on her feet! Giving up her previous criminal tendencies to work for the "good guys" (and spending some quality time as Spider-Man's girlfriend), The Black Cat is a sexy and seductive crime fighter you don't want crossing your path! This mini-bust is sculpted by Bowen Designs and stands 4 ½" tall. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Mini-Bust $45.00 THE RED STAR: MAKITA BUST Gentle Giant Studios presents the first-ever 3D sculpture based on Archangel Studios' critically acclaimed, cinematic historical fantasy series, The Red Star! And what better subject to begin with than the plucky young fighter, Makita! Stunningly designed and decorated, this bust measures approximately 6 ½" tall and depicts the raven-haired character from this series chronicling the struggles of a very different Soviet Union. Scheduled to ship in December 2002 (491) Bust $29.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROGUES' GALLERY: CARNAGE BUST A Diamond Select Release! Designed and sculpted by the Art Asylum! Carnage, one of Spider-Man's deadliest foes, was a convicted serial killer empowered by the alien symbiote that created Spidey's other deadly foe, Venom! Sculpted by the inmates of the Art Asylum, this piece features Carnage ripping free of his padded cell, ready to make Spider-Man pay! Sculpted in exacting detail — including parts of the symbiote virtually growing out of him — Carnage will not be denied! Measuring 6" high and limited to 6,500 pieces worldwide, the Carnage Bust includes a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Available now! (4667/71611) Bust $45.00 O/A ROGUES' GALLERY: THE SANDMAN MINI-BUST A Diamond Select Release! Sculpted by Art Asylum! Who better to sculpt the inmates of Spider-Man's Rogues' Gallery than the inmates of the Art Asylum? From the detailed grains of sand to the realistic expression on his face, this piece must be seen to be believed! This bust measures over 6" high from the 3" wide sand base to the top of his sand fist! Spidey better keep one eye open against this Sandman! Featuring a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and limited to a 10,000-piece production run. Available now! (4667/71609) Bust $45.00 ***************** STRANGERS IN PARADISE: BATHING BEAUTY KATCHOO STATUE Moore Creations presents another stellar product based on characters from Terry Moore's critically acclaimed comic, Strangers in Paradise! Bathing Beauty Katchoo was sculpted in exquisite detail by Clayburn Moore, and measures 7" long, 5" wide and 5" tall. This bubbly beauty will be an eye-catcher for any shelf or desktop! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (8734) (CAUT: 4) Statue $59.00 STARS OF THE MONTH ULTIMATE MAGNETO RESIN BUST From Diamond Select! Straight from the pages of Ultimate X-Men –– and the imagination of Adam Kubert –– comes this stunning, action-posed bust of the X-Men's greatest nemesis, Magneto! Diamond Select's 7"-plus sculpture of the Mutant Master of Magnetism, is posed gesturing at unseen foes, while clutching the crumpled Xavier School flag in the other! Magneto is the second in Diamond Select's line of Ultimate Marvel busts, and comes packaged in a collector's box featuring artwork from Adam Kubert, inspired by his first look at the finished piece. This bust is limited to 10,000 pieces and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Available now! (STAR15549) Bust $50.00 ULTIMATE STORM RESIN BUST A Diamond Select Release! First in the Ultimate X-Men line! Straight from the pages of Ultimate X-Men — and the imagination of Adam Kubert — comes this beautiful action-posed bust of the X-Men's resident weather manipulator, Storm! Diamond Select has taken the concept of the resin bust to the next level with this 7-inch-plus sculpture of the mutant weather witch, frozen in the midst of battle! The box features brand new original artwork by Adam Kubert, based on his first look at the completed piece. Available now! (STAR15165) Bust $50.00 ****************** FANTASY ORIENTAL DRAGON STATUES Straight from the orient come these oriental dragon statues. The bright orange dragon statue stands 10" tall and is ready to pounce, and the fire dragon is perched, waiting to spew fire breath! These mythical creatures will add character to any room. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (4432) (CAUT: 4) ORANGE DRAGON (69532)––Statue $40.00 PERCHED FIRE DRAGON (69515)––Statue $38.00 MOVIES & TV ARMY OF DARKNESS ASH BUST A Diamond Select Release! Another first from Diamond Select—The awesome Army of Darkness Ash Bust! Look pal, this is no "mini" bust, and you won't have to go to S-Mart to buy one! What can you say, except… Groovy! Ash has just been dropped into the pit by a bunch of Medieval screwheads, and trouble lurks in the murky waters! But this Deadite hag has never met a chainsaw… or Ash's pal, Remington! Sculpted by Andy Bergholtz, this bust features exacting detail — from Ash's Chainsaw left hand to his "boomstick" in its holster. This is Ash as he has never been seen before, measuring over 7" tall from the bottom of its skull strewn base to the top of his head. Limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide, each featuring an individually hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Guaranteed in stores in January 2003! (4667/20182) (CAUT: 4) Bust $55.00 ANGEL SERIES 3 ORNAMENTS Moore Creations, in collaboration with 20th Century Fox, bring you a third series of ornaments based on characters from Fox's hit television show, Angel. Based on designs from the soon-to-be-released Angel Series 2 Action Figures, Wesley, Darla and the Host are perfect for the tree, shelf, or desktop. Adding to the ever-growing collection of previously released Buffy and Angel ornaments, fans can truly aspire to have their tree "Buffed" out with an "Angel" on top! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (8734) (CAUT: 4) DARLA––Ornament $14.95 HOST––Ornament $14.95 WESLEY––Ornament $14.95 THE MUPPETS SERIES 2 BUSTS The daredevil "performance artiste" of the Muppets, Gonzo is willing to try anything once (he'll try it again if it's painful). This lover of art, culture, pain, and poultry (and not necessarily in that order) has made the unusual routine and the routine unusual. Little is known about Waldorf, except that he completes the heckling team of Statler and Waldorf. (and is always seen screen left of Statler). When not saying bad things about the Muppets, Waldorf spends time with his wife, Astoria (and we presume he heckles her, too). As a symbol of the United States of America, Sam takes his patriotism quite seriously–so seriously, that he has become the self-appointed patriotic watchdog of The Muppets. Always trying to ensure a program of high patriotic and cultural content, his efforts are usually futile and Sam watches the shows in disgust. Each bust is hand cast in heavy weight polystone and meticulously hand painted to the highest standards. Each sits on a Corinthian-inspired plinth that evokes the image of a classical sculpture while also hearkening to the decorative motifs of the Muppet Theatre. The base also bears The Muppet Show logo and the character's name, while on the underside is listed the sculptor's name and signature, ensuring that this beautiful piece will be treasured item for many years to come. Scheduled to ship January 2003. (4310) GONZO THE GREAT (8010)––Bust $50.00 SAM THE EAGLE (8006)––Bust $50.00 STATLER (8011)––Bust $50.00 WALDORF (8005)––Bust $50.00 SPACE GHOST PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE RESIN MAQUETTE A Previews Exclusive! Debuting in 1966 in the Hanna-Barbara cartoon Space Ghost and Dino Boy, Space Ghost was designed by comic book legend Alex Toth. Space Ghost is a black-hooded, caped interplanetary crusader who rockets through space behind the controls of his sleek Phantom Cruiser. This Previews Exclusive resin maquette (a 3-D figure employed by animators as reference tools) comes painted and ready to display, and is limited to 500. Scheduled to ship December 2002. (4748) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $150.00 SPOOKY TEENY WEENY MINI-MAQUETTE Electric Tiki presents the third character in their salute to the classic Harvey Comics characters: Spooky, the tuff little ghost! Spooky measures 5" tall, and stands poised and ready to scare! Just in time for Halloween, Spooky will make a perfect companion to Harvey's other classic bad boy, Hot Stuff, coming soon! Designed by Tracy Mark Lee and sculpted by Jim McPherson, Spooky is fully painted cold cast resin. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $35.00 STAR WARS: DARTH VADER COLLECTOR'S EDITION LIGHTSABER Master Replicas presents Darth Vader's lightsaber in two versions –– the regular version, and one that comes in a display case. This replica is constructed from durable machine aluminum. Each replica is hand polished to a lustrous sheen, with a metal belt clip, as seen in the movie, attached to the lightsaber. Measures 11" x 1 ¾" x 2" and weighs approximately 1 ½ lb. Scheduled to ship January 2003. (5305) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item may be available through other retail outlets before shipping to comic book specialty shops. REG. (SW106)––Lightsaber $299.99 WITH DISPLAY CASE (SW106D)––Lightsaber $349.99 TRANSFORMERS: HOTROD BUST Hotrod may be younger than most of his Autobot brothers, but his lack of experience is eclipsed by his bravery, bold personality, and willingness to take whatever action is necessary to take the fight to the Decepticons! Hotrod is the seventh release in the ongoing Transformer bust series and measures approximately 6" tall, packaged in a full-color collector's box. Sculpted by Jason Ray. Scheduled to ship in October 2002. (4372) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., U.K., and Puerto Rico. Bust $49.95 WARHAMMER 40K: SPACE MARINES MINI-STATUES They are the most feared and respected of the Imperial Warriors! This limited edition collectible line celebrates the characters of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. These pieces capture the essence of the various chapters of the Space Marines in 4 ½" tall polystone figures. The armor and weapons are rendered in fine detail and are hand painted to exacting standards. The base features the Space Marine logo as well as the hand written edition number. Each figure comes packed individually in a full color window box with detailed character biographies and statistics. Choose from Blood Angels, Dark Angels, Space Wolves, and Ultra Marines. Each is limited to 5,000. Scheduled to ship December 2002. (4310) (CAUT: 4) BLOOD ANGELS (8101)––Mini-Bust $24.99 DARK ANGELS (8103)––Mini-Bust $24.99 SPACE WOLVES (8102)––Mini-Bust $24.99 ULTRA MARINES (8104)––Mini-Bust $24.99 IMPORT TOYS Unless otherwise noted, all Import Toys & Models listings are (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. ANIME LOVE HINA: NARU NARUSEGAWA—BIKINI STATUE Imported from Japan! After selling over 6 million copies in Japan, Love Hina is one of the hottest manga and anime properties to hit the U.S. this year! This hand-painted, cold-cast resin statue depicts one of the most popular Love Hina characters, Naru Narusegawa, a special edition North American exclusive statue, limited to only 600 pieces. Each 1/8th scale statue displays beautifully on a sandy base, and comes carefully packaged in an attractive color box. Don't miss this stunning collectible! Measures approximately 7 ½" tall. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (491/TMLH001) Statue $129.99 SILENT MOBIUS: KIDDY PHENIL PEWTER STATUE A former special detective, Kiddy Phenil was critically injured by Wire, a combat megadyne, in 2020. Her life was saved by a Cyber-Graft (three-quarters of her body is now artificial), which she later had changed to a Combat Graft so she could go after Wire. Thanks to the Graft, she is the only one in AMP to be able to take the recoil from a Pulse Cannon without wincing. Kiddy is the second in a series of mini-pewter statues based on characters from the highly popular anime/manga series Silent Mobius by Japanese manga superstar Kia Asamiya (Uncanny X-Men, Dark Angel). Asamiya was personally involved in the production of this figurine, and closely supervised every step. Made with the highest grade of white metal pewter, each statue is individually hand-cast and hand-painted. Packaged in a handsome collector's box. Limited to 2,000 pieces. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. (8533) (CAUT: 4) Statue $39.99 ANIME TRADING FIGURES The fun is in the hunt! Smaller toy figures and collectibles purchased in "blind" or "mystery" box packaging have become all the rage in Japan. From favorite anime and manga characters, to real-life animals and vehicles, "trading figures" are the next wave in hot Japanese collectibles. Look for Previews to offer more Trading Figures in the coming months! THE CANVAS: MINI CAR TRADING FIGURES Imported from Japan! This new series of import trading figures features 13 different styles of mini-cars (featuring pull-back motor action), each designed by a different Japanese celebrities, including surrealist Yoko d'Holbachie, artist Kikuzo Hayashiya, actor Akira Nakao (Godzilla film series), and artist Jun Miura. Styles include "Dinosaur," "Baby Gang," "Eureca Set," "Flolet Pug," "Snail's House," "High/Low Pressure," "Summer Vacation," "Dreamy Asher," "Border," "Kikuzo Hayashiya," and two more designs! Each individually boxed trading figure (Mystery Box) includes a mini-trading item in 13 styles. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4672/V505) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $5.99Ea. DI GI CHARAT TRADING FIGURES PART 1 Di Gi Charat is the name of the cute mascot character for Gamers, a chain of stores that sell game and anime related goods in Japan. Di Gi Charat became very popular with fans, and spawned two TV series and a host of collectibles. This series of trading figures features one of the following fully painted, 3" to 4" tall figures: Rabi~en~Rose (posed running, in mid-stride), Puchiko (with her hair down, hands in lap, accompanied by Majin-Gappa), Rabi~en~Rose (dressed in her original pink and white dress, ballerina shoes, white hair dice, and bunny ears), Dejiko (with white cat-ear hat, large hair bells, and paws), Puchiko (with orange cat-ear hat, pigtails tied in hair bells and paws on each foot, accompanied by Gema and Hokke-Mirin figurines; display stand included), and Dejiko (in dark blue swimsuit with white bow, cat ears, tail and hair bells, Gema- innertube included). All figures come fully painted and feature minor articulation. Look for randomly packed clear variants! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (5455/801975276212) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $6.50Ea. KUBRICK BOWBRICK SERIES 1 FIGURES Imported from Japan! Shipped in the same format as the Special Forces Kubrick series (randomly packaged in single-figure mystery boxes), Bowbricks are collectible Kubrick Dogs! This first series features six breeds: Miniature Pinscher, Japanese Shiba Dog, Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, Black American Short Hair, and Sony's AIBO ERS-110 robot dog! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4239/YMJAW25044) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $4.50Ea. BERSERK BERSERK BEFFERIT COLLECTIBLE RESIN PENDANTS Imported from Japan! As seen in the popular manga series, these pendants depict the magical pendant in two versions, Face A ("Tears") or Face B ("Silent"). Both are hand-painted and hang from a sturdy cord. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4672) FACE A—Pendant $11.99 FACE B—Pendant $11.99 BERSERK: BLACK SWORDSMAN MILLENNIUM ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! The third action figure based on the Dreamcast video game and hot Japanese manga title, Berserk, the Black Swordsman "Millennium" stands approximately 8 ½" tall and features 16 points of articulation! This figure includes a huge sword, variant head, and knife accessories! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4368) Figure $18.99 BERSERK: GRIFFITH MILLENNIUM RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! This resin statue depicts the handsome and powerful leader of the Hawks, the mercenary group in the anime/manga hit Berserk. Sculpted by the Art of War, the Griffith Statue stands approximately 10 ¼" tall (including the rock outcropping base) and expertly depicts the fallen hero who was transformed by his own folly into the red-winged demon, Femto! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4368/YMJAW25040R) Statue $139.99 BERSERK: KURI-PUCK RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! This is a 1/1 scale resin statue of Puck, the cheerful elf who lives inside Guts's bag. Measures 4 ¼" tall, complete with base and dandelion. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4368/YMJAW25018) Statue $24.99 FIVE STAR STORIES Across the five star systems, known as the "Joker Systems," kingdoms dot the heavens like stars. There are knights within these kingdoms. Known as "Headliners," they control giant robots called Mortar Heads. Bound to the knights are the Fatimas, test tube humanoids (mostly female) who possess expanded mental abilities that make it possible for the Headliner to control their robotic armor. Created by Mamoru Nagano, Five Star Stories, was originally begun in 1986 in the Japanese anime magazine, Newtype, and is still being serialized today. FIVE STAR STORIES 1/144 SCALE PLASTIC MODEL KITS Imported from Japan! These detailed scale model kit — once assembled — are highly articulated and come with a variety of accessory weapons. Choose from LED Mirage Colus Version (1/144 Scale—almost 7" tall) or Patraqushe Mirage (1/144 scale—approx. 7" tall) or. Each requires painting and assembly. Original Japanese packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5035) LED MIRAGE COLUS (FS-101)—Kit $29.99 PATRAQUSHE MIRAGE (FS-069)—Kit $19.99 KAIJU OFFERED AGAIN O/A GODZILLA RAIDS AGAIN: ANGUIRUS 12-INCH RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! From Godzilla Raids Again, the second Toho kaiju epic from 1995 (known in the U.S. as Gigantis the Fire Monster), comes this pre-painted, ready to display statue depicting Godzilla's nemesis in the film, Anguirus! Anguirus measures approximately 12" long, and comes mounted on a detailed landscape display base (which can be linked with the previously released Godzilla Raids Again statue). Painted and ready to display. Available now! (4878) Statue $99.00 *********************** GAMERA PRE-PAINTED VINYL MODEL KITS Imported from Japan! The recent Gamera film series from Japan easily surpassed their '60s predecessors in action, pacing, and all-out kaiju action! Now, here are three different pre-painted vinyl figure kits from all three Gamera films to date! Choose from: Gamera (from Gamera 3, 1999), measuring 12" long; Gyaos (from Gamera, 1995), measuring 7" long x 14" wide x 7 ½" tall; and the Legion Soldier (from Gamera 2, 1996), measuring 4" long x 6" wide x 4" tall with a real glass eye. No painting or glue needed! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (4878) GAMERA 3 (00503)—Kit $22.99 GYAOS (00505)—Kit $25.99 LEGION SOLDIER (00504)—Kit $22.99 MOVIES/TV THE AVENGERS TV: STEED & MRS. PEEL 12-INCH DOLL SET Imported from England! A mysterious man in a bowler hat and immaculately tailored suit carrying an umbrella. At his side, a stunning (and armed) woman in a leather cat suit. This image immediately brings to mind the quintessentially English secret agent duo, The Avengers, whose TV series typified the mood of the Sixties in Britain. The man: John Steed; the woman: Emma Peel. Now these larger-than-life characters are brought to life as this wonderful pair of collectible dolls! Each 12" doll features detailed likenesses of Patrick Macnee and Diana Rigg, are fully articulated (over 40 points!), and include their trademark accessories and real fabric clothing! Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (133) (CAUT: 4) Doll Set (x2) $69.99 WINDTALKERS 12-INCH ACTION FIGURES Imported from Hong Kong! From John Woo's WW2 action film, Windtalkers, comes this trio of 12" tall military action figures from Dragon of Japan. Based on the characters in the film, and featuring the likenesses of the actors, these figures feature the eye for detail and overall quality you've come to expect from Dragon. Choose from: Corporal Joe Enders/Nicholas Cage (with helmet, jacket, trousers, green tank top, boots, belt, canteen, first aid pouch, K-bar knife, and dog tag), Ox Henderson/Christian Slater (helmet with camo cover, jacket, trousers, OD green tank top, boots, pistol belt, canteen, .30 M1 carbine ammo, .45 ammo pouch, first aid pouch, M3 fighting knife, and dog tag), and Ben Yahzee/Adam Beach (helmet, jacket, trousers, OD green tank top, boots, M1 carbine, TBY radio with backpack, ammo pouch, canteen, belt with M1 carbine ammo, first aid pouch, K-bar knife, and dog tag). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. (9370) Adam Beach as BEN YAHZEE—Figure $44.99 Nicholas Cage as CORP JOE ENDERS—Figure $44.99 Christian Slater as OX HENDERSON—Figure $44.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEON GENESIS EVANGELION EVA UNIT FIGURES IN LAUNCH TUBE PACKAGING Imported from Japan! These dynamic and deadly mechs feature awesome articulation and each come with an arsenal of accessories and variant parts (heads, hands, arms, etc.)! Now, these awesome action figures come enclosed in stylish new "Launch Tube" packaging! Choose from EVA Unit 00 Blue, Unit 00 Yellow, Unit 01 Purple, EVA Unit 02 Red, EVA Unit 03 Black, and EVA Unit 04 Silver. Original Japanese packaging. Available Now—Exclusively in North America through Previews! O/A EVA 00 BLUE—Figure $14.99 O/A EVA 00 YELLOW—Figure $14.99 O/A EVA 01 PURPLE—Figure $14.99 O/A EVA 02 RED—Figure $14.99 O/A EVA 03 BLACK—Figure $14.99 O/A EVA 04 SILVER—Figure $14.99 *********************** NIGHTMARE BEFORE XMAS OFFERED AGAIN NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON ACTION FIGURES A Previews Exclusive! Imported from Japan! These Jack Skellington action figures feature multiple points of articulation, and authentic detailing and design. This month, we're re-offering five different Jack figures (each with a different head sculpt), accompanied by two NBX collectible PVCs! Choose from: Jack #2 (w/Easter Bunny & Corpse Boy), Jack #3 (w/Behemoth & Vampire #2), Jack #4 (w/Oogie Boogie & Mummy), Jack #5 (w/Vampire #3 & Zero), and Jack #6 (w/Mayor & Batboy). Measuring 12" tall, each Jack is cast in high-impact plastic and comes carded with a figure stand! Blister card packaging. Available Now—Exclusively through Previews! (4672) JACK #2 (STAR13353)—Figure $28.99 JACK #3 (O/A)—Figure $28.99 JACK #4 (O/A)—Figure $28.99 JACK #5 (O/A)—Figure $28.99 JACK #6 (O/A)—Figure $28.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS SANTA JACK ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! He's the Halloween King who wants to bring a little Christmas cheer to the Dark Side! This 12" tall Santa Jack comes with a smaller coffin package. But don't let that fool you into thinking Jack's downsizing for the New Year! He's barely begun to spread his brand of Halloween/Christmas cheer! Available Now—Exclusively in North America through Previews! (4672/STAR13360) Figure $24.99 ************************** PLANET OF THE APES OFFERED AGAIN O/A PLANET OF THE APES CLASSIC JAPANESE ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan by Diamond Select Toys and manufactured by Medicom! Based on the 20th Century Fox classic starring Charlton Heston and Roddy McDowell, here's your chance to grab a bunch of these high-quality action figures from Japan! Featuring features six points of articulation and amazing detail, these 6" tall figures have never before been available in the U.S.—until now! Choose from: Cornelius, Dr. Zaius, General Urko, General Ursus, Lucius, Soldier Ape, Zira, and Soldier Ape (TV Version). Available now—Exclusively in North America through Previews! (4667) CORNELIUS (UDF05)––Figure $12.99 DR. ZAIUS (UDF13)––Figure $12.99 GENERAL URKO (UDF14)––Figure $12.99 GENERAL URSUS (UDF09)––Figure $12.99 LUCIUS (UDF08)––Figure $12.99 SOLDIER APE (UDF06)––Figure $12.99 SOLDIER APE TV (UDF15)––Figure $12.99 ZIRA (UDF10)––Figure $12.99 *********************** SEXY SIRENS MARCUS GRAY RESIN STATUES The first two sexy figurines from artist Marcus Gray! Two bare-breasted delights in black shiny gloss costumes sculpted by ICONIA and based on the artwork of Scotland's Marcus Gray. Known for his "retro-futuristic" style, and coupled with his love for fetish imagery (as seen in the Gray art books Emily's Secret and Skintight: The Art of Marcus Gray), these resin and metal figurines, entitled "Bound" (9" tall) and "Whip" (10 ½" tall) sexily capture the essence of Gray's work. Real cheeky eye- catchers! Fully painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL BOUND—Statue $69.99 WHIP—Statue $69.99 STEPPING OUT RESIN STATUE This retro-glamour statue is available in two costume/color schemes: either cutie-pie pink and white, or vampish glossy black and red. She's a real beauty either way, with all the attention to detail one would expect from Iconia. This cold-cast resin beauty stands approximately 8" tall and comes fully painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in February 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES BLACK—Statue $69.99 PINK—Statue $69.99 SUPER ROBOTS KAIYODO GETTER ROBO OVA ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! Here's an all-new figure from the recent hit anime OVA's, Getter Robo: Armageddon and Getter Robo vs. Neo Getter Robo! This 5" tall figure was sculpted by master robot sculptor/designer Katsuhisa Yamaguchi, who also sculpted the Neon Genesis Evangelion EVA Figures and the Trigun Monev the Gale Figure! The Getter Robo Action Figure is highly detailed and features multiple points of articulation for a wide variety of action poses. It also includes a machine gun, two Getter Tomahawk axes, four extra hands, and the Mach Wing attachment. Be on the lookout for the rare variant Getter Robo Battle-Damaged Action Figure, featuring weathered weapons, five extra hands, a "torn out" power core, removable arm and replacement stump, and a display base featuring a fallen enemy. The latest release in Kaiyodo's "Yamaguchi Super Robot Museum Plus" line, whose previous releases include GaoGaiGar and Jinkie Moribito! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4673) Figure $15.99 MAZINGER Z: SAYAKA YUMI FIGURE Imported from Japan! Sayaka Yumi was the love interest of Mazinger Z pilot Koji Kabuto, and later went on to pilot a robot of her own, Aphrodite A! This static figure of the anime cutie stands approximately 6" tall and features a removable helmet! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5121/924514) Figure $12.99 PREVIEWS TOY STORE BACKLIST BATTLE OF THE PLANETS/GATCHAMAN BUILDING BLOCK FIGURES 6-PIECE SET JUL015095 $19.99 DARKNESS RESIN STATUE STAR10139 $199.00 KELLOGGS SERIES 1 KUBRICKS FEB023335 $7.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION KUBRICK BOX SET "E" MAR012837 $12.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION KUBRICK BOX SET "F" MAR015051 $12.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION KUBRICK BOX SET "G" MAR015052 $12.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION KUBRICK BOX SET "H" JAN025160 $12.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION KUBRICK BOX SET "I" JAN015161 $12.99 PLANET OF THE APES KUBRICKS ASSORTMENT 1 JAN023363 $14.99 PLANET OF THE APES KUBRICK SET "H" JAN023362 $14.99 RESERVOIR DOGS KUBRICK SET "A" JAN023365 $12.99 RESERVOIR DOGS KUBRICK SET "B" JAN023366 $12.99 PRINTS & POSTERS SECTION FANTASY EXTATIQUE WITH BETTIE PAGE POSTER For some of us, dreams came true when we were bestowed with pix of the pinup goddess, Bettie Page. This month, we're happy to tell you the dream never ends, as this large 22 ½" x 30" poster of Bettie painted by Olivia can now be yours for the taking! (128/209) Poster, 22x30, FC $9.95 SOME DAMES PACK HEAT POSTER Real cowgirls don't sit around the campfire cooking beans and hot dogs. They pack heat. Especially if they've got the looks of B-Movie Queen Julie Strain. This 22 ½" x 30" poster is illustrated by none other than Olivia. And it's essential cheesecake! (128/205) Poster, 22x30, FC $9.95 THOMAS FLEMING CHAOS! LADY DEATH PRINT The incredible artwork of Thomas Fleming gives life to the white-skinned diva of death on this 12" x 17" print that pulses with electricity. Skulls, a bloody scythe, and cleavage. What more could you want? Beauty such as this demands wall space! (5329) (CAUT: 4) Print, 12x17 $27.99 GREAT EASTERN DRAGONBALL Z POSTERS Fans of Dragonball Z believe that if you aren't living on the edge, you're taking up too much room. Every minute counts. Which is why they won't think twice about picking up these hot new posters that feature both Trunks and Goku! (4632) FUTURE TRUNKS (GE9031)—Poster, 31x43, FC $17.99 SS GOKU (GE9011)—Poster, 31x43, FC $17.99 GHOST IN THE SHELL WALL SCROLLS In the 90s, anime fans experienced the brilliantly executed Ghost In The Shell. Technically striking, this audio/video masterpiece soon became the anime film by which many would be compared to in years to come. Celebrate the precedent with these beautiful 31" x 43" wall scrolls! (4632) CITY (GE1020)—Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 OVERSEE (GE1016)—Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 JIN-ROH ARMOUR WALL SCROLL No one is safe. Through the ruins of twisted metal and dark billowing smoke, you see the masked figure and the rifle aimed at your forehead. This is the image that haunts you. This wall scroll is what makes your blood freeze! It features the lead character, Fusé, from the hit anime film, Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade! (4632/GE1778) Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 SPIDER-MAN AND DAREDEVIL WALL SCROLL Two of Marvel's scarlet-clad costume crimefighters are featured on this large wall scroll — depicting the heroes in crisis mode! It's surrealistic color eye-candy for Wallcrawler and Hornhead fans far and wide! (4632/GE9188) Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 SPIDER-MAN VERSUS KRAVEN WALL SCROLL Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man appears to have his hands full fighting the jungle-trained bruiser, Kraven the Hunter! Camera crews are most certainly nearby to capture the brawl. But you can watch the fight in your home via this full-color wall scroll! (4632/GE9190) Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 HULK MAD WALL SCROLL He's not looking to play with cute furry animals. And you won't find him standing in line for ice cream. The Hulk goes where he wants, and that means cutting in front of anyone. Give him your undivided attention — and leave him alone! This mean green 31" x 43" image of the Hulk is lethal! (4632/GE9219) Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 SPIDER-MAN AND VENOM WALL SCROLLS Venom is not what you would call the ideal conversationalist. No, the big black brute is quite rude. For instance, on a 31" x 43" wall scroll, he's ready to bite off the head of your friendly neighborhood Wallcrawler! On yet another wall scroll, we see his beautiful GQ face ready to give you a big smooch. Brush your teeth, and pucker up. He's an excellent kisser. (4632) SPIDER-MAN AND VENOM (GE9167)—Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 VENOM ATTACKS (GE9158)—Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 MARVEL ULTIMATE WALL SCROLLS Without a doubt, the new Marvel Ultimate line is bringing new readers into the world of comics. History is being written. Comics are being collected. And two of the Marvel Universe's biggest heroes have been re-fashioned for a new generation. Here's both Spider-Man and Wolverine in their new incarnations on large 31" x 43" wall scrolls! (4632) SPIDER-MAN CONFRONTATION (GE9170)—Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 WOLVERINE (GE9209) —Wall Scroll, 31x43, FC $17.99 GI JOE GI JOE POSTERS The latest releases from Devil's Due is GI Joe's hero, Snake-Eyes, and the malicious megalomaniac, Cobra Commander! Silent and deadly, Snake Eyes stands vigil, protecting the innocent, and defending the world from the clutches of Cobra. But Cobra Commander has yet to throw down a losing hand. The masked madman still lives! Wotta man! Illustrated by David Michael Beck, these 24" x 36" full-color posters are essential wallpaper for the Joe fans! (4971) (CAUT: 4) SNAKE EYES (GI-POS-1)—Poster, 24x36, FC $6.95 COBRA COMMANDER (GI-POS-2)—Poster, 24x36, FC $6.95 MOVIES & TV ABBOTT AND COSTELO MEET FRANKENSTEIN MASTERPRINT Heyyyyyy A-bbotttttttttt! It's a nostalgic look back at the poster used for promoting the wacky black-and-white classic movie that matched the comic duo of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello against the monster threats of the Wolfman, Dracula, and Frankenstein monster! This 11" x 17" print is a true collector's item! (5329) Masterprint, 11x17, FC $9.99 MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE MASTERPRINT Before the title was used for the Iron Maiden song, "Murders In the Rue Morgue" was a story by Edgar Allan Poe. And it was also the title for the classic black and white movie which starred Dracula himself, Bela Lugosi. Here's the movie's poster art on a 11" x 17" print! Masterprint, 11x17, FC $9.99 FRANKENSTEIN THE MAN WHO MADE THE MONSTER MASTERPRINT Horror cinema history points to the release of Frankenstein as the moment when the public embraced its love of monster movies. Here is a beautiful full-color print showing off the poster art used to promote the classic flick! (657/MP300) Masterprint, 11x17, FC $9.99 DRACULA MASTERPRINT It's Bela Lugosi's countenance and eyebrows, back from the tomb! The man who first donned the tux, teeth, and cape to put the bite on his human soft drinks is featured on this 11" x 17" masterprint, recreating the original movie poster! (657/MP2518) Masterprint, 11x17, FC $9.99 AL PACINO SCARFACE MASTERPRINT Say hello to my little friend! It's Al Pacino back in the role of Tony Montana on this 11" x 17" color masterprint that recreates the movie poster used for the Brian De Palma film! (657/MP4825) Masterprint, 11x17, FC $9.99 MOVIES & TV MICRONAUTS: ACROYEAR POSTER Fans of the Micronauts comic have an opportunity to display their favorite comic on their walls with this image of the hero Acroyear. See him emerge from the darkness of Baron Karza's prison to help found the rebellion on this full-color 24" x 36" poster. (4971/MIC-POS-1) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36, FC $6.95 MONTY PYTHON POSTERS Bring out your dead! It's the sun, moon, and clouds jumping up and down on two legs! The world's gone crazy, mixed up in a medieval tale of King Arthur and his knights! It's a story of a man named Brian! And now for something completely different: you can look on the bright side of life with these full-color posters that recreate images used on opening day Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Monty Python: Life of Brian! (4945) (CAUT: 4) HOLY GRAIL (24-090)—Poster, 27x40, FC $5.50 LIFE OF BRIAN (24-091)—Poster, 27x40, FC $5.50 SIMPSONS THE SIMPSONS STAND UPS Standing at 5' 10" tall, it's America's favorite dysfunctional dad, Homer Simpson. Here's is the role model for all young boys who want to live as a dim-wit, living only for donuts and a swig of Duff beer! But for those boys who prefer to stay young and short, Homer's mischievous son Bart is also available as a 4' 8" tall standup! (865) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. HOMER (381)—Standup, FC $34.99 BART (382)—Standup, FC $25.99 COLLECTIBLES & NOVELTIES CANDY & CONFECTIONS AIR HEADS Taffy with a sweet kick! Introduced in a delectable selection of cherry, green apple, and watermelon. (867) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. CHERRY—Candy PI GREEN APPLE—Candy PI WATERMELON—Candy PI BUBBLE TAPE KEYCHAIN The world's most popular novelty bubble gum is now available as a take-everywhere keychain! Comes complete with a mini roll of gum stored inside a hand-held dispenser. Pull the gum roll out and close the dispenser to cut the gum pieces. Snap shut for take-anywhere fun! (6328) (CAUT: 4) Candy PI CARAMEL CREAMS TUB The original caramel candy with the cream center now comes in a handy 100 count tamper resistant tub for tons o' chewy goodness! (867) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI DUBBLE BUBBLE KEYCHAIN Dubble Bubble, the classic bubble gum treat everybody loves, now goes everywhere you go! This cleverly designed keychain candy dispenser features classic Dubble Bubble graphics and a spring-loaded refillable case. Each keychain dispenser comes packed with six pieces of gum. (6328) (CAUT: 4) Candy PI ATOMIC FIREBALL LOLLIPOPS Say goodbye to "FireBall Fingers" and hello to new FireBall Lollipops! The confectionary geniuses have added a stick to the Red-Hot flavor you've come to love! (8848) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI ICE CREAM DUM DUM POPS These tiny ball lollipops offered in a variety of ice cream flavors and colors are sure to delight your tastebuds! (8848) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI LEMONHEAD LOLLIPOPS Tangy LemonHeads in a convenient lollipop form! (8848) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI SUPER DUM DUM POPS The super treat in a super size! Dum Dums come in an assortment of mouth-watering flavors including Cream Soda, Cherry, Butterscotch, Root Beer, Watermelon, Peach, Grape, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry, Sour Apple, and the Mystery Flavor. (8848) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI ORIGINAL COW TALES Introducing an old Baltimore favorite! Soft, chewy caramel with a delicious, creamy, vanilla flavored center. (867) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy PI SPIDER-MAN SWEETS SPIDER-MAN NERDS CANDY DISPENSER Topped with a colorful Spider-Man PVC, each see-through plastic skyscraper comes filled with sweet and tangy Wonka Brand Nerds candies! (5497/1145-6) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Dispenser PI SPIDER-MAN SPIDER-BITERS SOUR GUM BITES DISPENSER Topped with a colorful Spider-Man PVC, each screen-printed tin is filled with sour gum "Spider-Bites" that'll have your Spider-Senses (and taste buds) tingling! (5497/1285-6) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Dispenser PI SPIDER-MAN SPIDER-SMASH BUBBLE GUM SNACKS Each box features 20 individually wrapped pieces of "Spider-Smash" bubblegum, each with a collectible comic strip in each wrapper! (5497/1350-6) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Box PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPIDER-MAN SPIDEY SNACKS No, the box is not full of bugs and other assorted critters that got caught in Spidey's web. This is a box full of yummy cookies, but with a special spider zing! Snack up with Spidey, dude! (6411) 2 OZ. BOX (1424)—Snack SRP: $1.75 12 OZ. BOX (1425)—Snack SRP: $3.50 ******************* DC HEROES BATMAN LARGE TIN TOTE Now every caped crusader can carry around their important files and villain dossiers in this handy, portable tin tote emblazoned with Batman's signature emblem. Measures 10" x 3.25" x 7.5". (6500/76070) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Tote $13.99 SUPERMAN LARGE TIN TOTE Headed for your Fortress of Solitude? Brandishing the Man of Steel's super insignia, here's the perfect carry-all to tote along your valuables or an extra set of clothes. Measures 7.5" x 3.25" x 5.75". (6500/74070) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Tote $13.99 WONDER WOMAN LARGE TIN TOTE This sturdy, oval tin tote boldly bearing Wonder Woman's dynamic logo can easily stash your magic lasso and golden tiara when you're adventuring about town. Secret identity not included. Measures 10.5" x 3.25" x 8.5". (6500/75070) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Tote $13.99 SUPERMAN DESK CLOCK It's time for justice! This super clock features the Man of Steel's logo on a field of blue. Measures 6" x 1.25" x 4.5". (6500/74124) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Clock $20.99 WONDER WOMAN DESK CLOCK Time flies when you're out bustin' baddie's heads! And, there's no better way to keep track of it with this circular timepiece boasting the amazing amazon's bold logo on its face. Measures 4.25" x 2.25" x 5.25". (6500/75124) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Clock $20.99 DRAGONBALL Z DRAGONBALL Z BOBBING HEAD FIGURES Based on the extremely popular DragonBall Z animated series, these hand-crafted, hand-painted DragonBall Z Series 1 Bobbing Head dolls measure approximately 8" tall and come in their own window boxed packaging. Choose from Super Saiyan Goku, Super Saiyan Vegeta, and Piccolo. (6144) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Bobbing Heads SRP: $13.99Ea. DRAGONBALL Z SUPER SAIYAN SHOOTER SET Toast your ultimate victory in your quest for the elusive Dragonballs with this set of two shot glasses featuring images of everyone's favorite Super Saiyan! (4632) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Shooter Set $10.99 DRAGONBALL Z TIN COASTER SET And, there's no better place to rest your shot glasses after a hearty victory toast than atop one of these four fine coasters, each boasting imagery from DragonBall Z, all packaged together in an immaculate tin case. (4632) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Coaster Set $7.99 HORROR HALLOWEEN HEAD KNOCKERS What goes "bump" in the night? These fiendishly frightening crypt-creepin' Mummy, cacklin' Witch, spooky Skeleton, and pumpkin-headed Scarecrow Halloween Head Knockers are sure to give you a serious case of the heebie-jeebies. (6338) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Head Knockers SRP: $10.99Ea. HORROR LIGHT STRANDS Let these horror icons brighten up your holiday decorating. This assortment of light strings featuring Freddy, Jason, and Leatherface will shed ample light into the darkest of shadows. Each strand runs 10' in length and contains ten light units measuring a full 3" in diameter. Freddy lights not pictured. (6338) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Light Strands SRP: $17.99Ea. NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS TIN LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER Jack, Sally, and the freaky citizens of Halloweentown want to join you for lunch…literally…with this lunchbox and thermos combo featuring ghastly images captured from Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas crawling across its surface. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $17.99 THE LORD OF THE RINGS THE LORD OF THE RINGS ARGONAUTH LIMITED EDITION SNOW GLOBE Standing at the floodgates of Gondor, even the Dark Lord Sauron's armies cannot hope to hide within the shadows and escape the ever-watchful gaze of these massive ancient stone monoliths. Now, their eternal vigil comes closer to home with this highly-detailed, hand-painted, digitally-sculpted snow globe recreation of these colossal guardians as experienced in The Lord of the Rings film adaptation. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Snow Globe $41.99 THE LORD OF THE RINGS BATTLE SCENE TIN LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER The valiant Elves of Middle-Earth and the Dark Lord Sauron's Orc hordes storm the battlefield in an epic confrontation between good and evil in The Lord of the Rings. Relive those thrilling moments on the brink of clashing swords through images displayed on this lunchbox and thermos combo. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $17.99 THE LORD OF THE RINGS TWILIGHT RINGWRAITH TIN LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER The Nine Nazgul, or Ringwraiths, were the most loyal and terrible servants of the Dark Lord, terrifying undead creatures existing in a terrible twilight world between life and death, with no thought or desire save that of the Sauron himself. Catch a glimpse behind their shadowed shroud with these haunting, spine-chilling images of the Nazgul's ethereal form displayed prominently on the surface of this lunchbox and thermos combo. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $17.99 THE LORD OF THE RINGS TWILIGHT WITCH KING VOTIVE CANDLE HOLDER Sculpted by master artist Kyle Windrix, this hand-painted resin bust of the eerie Witch King from The Lord of the Rings doubles as a votive candle holder. Place your votive candle or tea light in its crown and watch it glow with preternatural life! (6338) (CAUT: 4) Candle Holder $13.49 MARVEL HEROES INCREDIBLE HULK FOIL STICKER SET The green goliath smashes in grand Marvel tradition in this set of nine stylish Hulk foil stickers, each measuring 4.5" x 6". (4632) (CAUT: 4) Sticker Set (x9) $22.50 SPIDER-MAN FOIL STICKER SET Spider-Man isn't the only thing that can cling to walls! These six unique foil stickers give the wall-crawler a run for his money, each measuring 4.5" x 6". (4632) (CAUT: 4) Sticker Set (x6) $15.00 SPIDER-MAN & VENOM INSULATED TUMBLER Spider-Senses tingling? They should be, 'cause Venom's on the Spidey's tail, and clinging to the sides of this insulated tumbler! (4632) (CAUT: 4) Tumbler $8.99 SPIDER-MAN INSULATED TUMBLER After a hard day of serious web-slinging, chase down your favorite refreshment with this insulated tumbler sporting web- head's amazing image. (4632) (CAUT: 4) Tumbler $8.99 SPIDER-MAN LIGHT STRAND The forces of evil can't hide in the shadows when you string up these festive glowing web-heads. Each strand runs 10' in length and contains ten light units measuring a full 3" in diameter. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Light Strand $17.99 SPIDER-MAN MINI ALARM CLOCK You won't need any handy spider-senses to stir you awake with this snazzy Spider-Man mini alarm clock by your bedside. Featuring a classic analog clock with quartz movement and exciting Spider-Man sound effects, you won't be late for school, stints at the Daily Bugle, or a night of crime-stopping! Measures 16.25" x 10" x 14.5". (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Clock $14.99 SPIDER-MAN MUG This hearty mug features Spidey's mug plastered on it. Fill'er up with your favorite beverage and chug away. (4632) (CAUT: 4) Mug $8.99 SPIDER-MAN PS2 STARTER KIT Everything a true Spidey fanatic needs to complement their Playstation 2 video gaming experience! Included in this portable Spider-Man themed kit you'll find a Spider-Pad PS2 Dual-Shock2 compatible controller, a Spider-Man DVD wireless Remote Control, a Spider-Man CD/DVD case sporting web-heads dynamic image, and a Naki Extension cable. (5135) (CAUT: 4) PS2 Starter Kit PI OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPIDER-MAN RESIN BOBBING HEAD Your friendly neighborhood superhero is even friendlier now, bobbing his head along with you as you share some good times or hilarious moments. Always one step ahead of the bad guys, this bobbing head is similarly one bob ahead of its competition! (6338) Bobbing Head $10.99 O/A SPIDER-MAN STRING KEYCHAIN Spider-Man, Marvel's web slinging wonder and coolest super-hero, spins, swings, and climbs in mini-keychain form. This detailed Spider-Man keychain features articulated arms, plus incredible web action! Pull Spider-Man down from logo tag for web slinging action! Button on back of logo controls the web –– push to retract and send Spidey climbing! (6328/3770) (CAUT: 4) Keychain $5.49 **************** SPIDER-MAN TIN COASTER SET This selection of four coasters packaged in a lavish tin case features a prominent Spidey motif. (4632) (CAUT: 4) Coaster Set $7.99 WOLVERINE KEYCHAIN Wolverine, the most notorious X-Man, takes the form of a working keychain. This detailed figure features retractable claws and light-up action, revealing his translucent body with a hidden skeleton. (6328/375-0) (CAUT: 4) Keychain $5.49 MOVIES & TV AUSTIN POWERS GOLDMEMBER WALL CLOCK This shagadelic wall clock features all of your Austin Powers favorites as they appear in the new movie Goldmember, including Mini-Me, Dr. Evil, Austin, and Frau, among others. Yeah, baby! (6338) (CAUT: 4) Wall Clock $17.99 CARE BEARS MINI BOBBLE HEAD CLIP-ONS The Care Bears are a roly-poly collection of loveable animated little bears each of which captures and expresses a unique human emotion. Collect all the Care Bear Bobble Bears: Cheer, Friend, Grumpy, Funshine, Tenderheart, and Bedtime. Each "Bob-A-Long" is 4" tall, stands on a character themed base, and features a unique clip-on feature. (59) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Clip-On SRP: $4.99Ea. CHEECH & CHONG UP IN SMOKE TIN LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER This tin lunchbox and thermos combo features black & white imagery from the classic comedy movie Cheech & Chong's Up in Smoke. (6338) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE Lunchbox $17.99 G.I. JOE PARTY LIGHTS G.I. Joe is the All-American Hero, and now they can be the heroes of your party with this series of light fixtures. Measuring a full 9' in length, this light string set comes with two standing soldiers, two kneeling soldiers, five G.I. Joe logo light covers, and one TVToys light cover. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Party Lights $12.99 G.I. JOE TIN LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER This lunchbox and thermos combo features classic artwork and characters from 1985's G.I. Joe collection, including Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow, and is limited to 5,000 individual units. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $17.99 JACKASS THE MOVIE SHOT GLASS Join Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, Steve-O, and the rest of the zany MTV Jackass crew of misfits and devilish daredevils for a hair-raising nip with this shot glass featuring outrageous images from the up-coming feature film. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Shot Glass $9.99 JACKASS THE MOVIE LUNCHBOX WITH DRINK CONTAINER Straight from the MTV television sensation, Jackass slams head-on into this lunchbox and thermos combo plastered with mind-numbing, heart-stopping images from the feature film. (6338) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE Lunchbox $17.99 SIMPSONS TIN TV TRAY A celebration of the serious couch potato in all of us, this sturdy, retractable TV tray featuring everyone's favorite junk food junkie Homer Simpson stands 23" high, with a 16" x 22" tin tray surface. (4921) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Tray $29.95 TRANSFORMERS PARTY LIGHTS More than meets the eye, this Transformers light string set measures a full 9' in length and features two Optimus Prime, two Megatron, five Autobot, and one TVToys light covers. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Party Lights $12.99 MUSIC INSANE CLOWN POSSE SHOT GLASS The Dark Carnival has arrived! This shot glass showcasing a dastardly image of the wicked clown duo of Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope is the perfect means to celebrate the occasion in pure psychopathic-style! (6338) (CAUT: 4) Shot Glass $9.99 MISFITS: CRIMSON GHOST SHOT GLASS The skeletal icon of the rebel band of Misfits claws his way onto this shot glass. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Shot Glass $9.99 RAMONES SHOT GLASS This shot glass pays homage to Punk Rock icons The Ramones, with caricature renditions of Johnny, Joey, Mark, and DeeDee prominently printed on its surface. (6338) (CAUT: 4) Shot Glass $9.99 POP CULTURE BARREL OF MONKEYS PARTY LIGHTS Hook 'em together and hang 'em! This 9' light string set contains nine unique colored monkey fixtures (three red, three yellow, and three blue) reminiscent of the classic Barrel of Monkeys game. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Party Lights $12.99 MONOPOLY PARTY LIGHTS Illuminate your way to Park Place and Boardwalk with this selection of Monopoly-themed light fixtures. Each set measures 9' in length and comes complete with two dog token, two car token, one $20, one $50, one $500, and two Monopoly game board light covers. (491) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Party Lights $12.99 POPEYE CANISTER PUZZLE He's strong to the finish 'cause he eats his spinach, he's Popeye the Sailorman! And, you'll need plenty of spinach to piece together this challenging puzzle packaged in this handy tin canister featuring a classic image of Popeye! (6500) (CAUT: 4) Puzzle $7.99 POPEYE SALT & PEPPER SHAKERS Liven up your spinach with a healthy dose of spice from these hand-crafted Popeye-motif salt & pepper shakers. (6500) (CAUT: 4) Salt & Pepper Shakers $15.99 SANTA AROUND THE WORLD HEAD KNOCKERS This assortment of Santa Head Knockers showcases unique design interpretations and elements specific to jolly ol' St. Nick's various homelands from around the world, including Germany, Italy, Dutch, United Kingdom, France, and the United States. (6338) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Head Knockers SRP: $10.99Ea. REPLICAS HERON MARK SWORD WITH CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY From The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan, comes this exciting high quality replica sword brandishing the "Heron Mark" insignia denoting its hand-forged blade-master quality. Superbly balanced, this sword is exquisitely crafted of tough high carbon steel, with a blade measuring 32" in length, coupled with a brass guard and pommel. Comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity. (5465) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE Sword $275.00 THE LORD OF THE RINGS: SWORD OF THE RINGWRAITHS Wielded by the dreaded Ringwraiths in The Lord of the Rings films, this massive officially licensed reproduction sword features authentic battle worn metal handle parts and genuine leather-wrapped grips. The acid-etched, tempered 420 J2 stainless steel blade is false-edged and measures 39" in length. A wood wall display plaque adorned with screened Nazgul runes and the mark of the Eye of Sauron is also included. (4792) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE Sword $348.99 PRINCE VALIANT SINGING SWORD LIMITED EDITION WITH CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY Prince Valiant's faithful "Singing Sword" is brought to vivid life with this stunning authorized reproduction. Limited to 1,000 individual castings, this battle-worthy museum replica sword measures a full 39" from hilt to tip, brandishing a 31" high carbon steel tempered blade. The leather-wrapped wooden grip compliments the polished brass pommel and guard, as does the richly decorated scabbard and matching studded leather belt. Comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity. (5465) (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE Sword $275.00 THE OSBOURNES OSBOURNES SQUEEZIES Are The Osbourne's crazy television antics driving you mad? Worries and frustrations making you bark at the moon? Squeeze 'em into oblivion with these whimsical foam squeezie toy adaptations of the Osbourne family, and watch your stress fade to black. (6262) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. JACK—Squeezie $5.49 KELLY—Squeezie $5.49 OZZY—Squeezie $5.49 SHARON—Squeezie $5.49 OSBOURNES BOBBLE HEAD AIR FRESHNERS Looking for the sweet smell of success? Then, let the Osbournes brighten up your pungent atmosphere with these Bobble Head air freshners! Choose from Ozzy (Musk), Sharon (Citrus), Kelly (Strawberry), and Jack (Vanilla). (4838) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Air Freshners SRP: $5.99Ea. OSBOURNES BOBBLE HEAD PENS Even though you don't have Ozzy Millions, you'll feel like a million bucks when you sign your checks with these Bobble Head pens designed in the delightful caricature likeness of the Osbourne family members Ozzy, Sharon, Kelly, and Jack. Crafted from hand-painted poly resin, each pen measures 6.5" tall. (4838) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. Pens SRP: $5.99Ea. TIN TOYS ACROBAT TIN TOY Wind up the motor and marvel at the acrobatics these two perform! This classic circus action toy measures 19" tall. (6124) (CAUT: 4) Tin Toy $19.99 ATOMIC ROBOT TIN TOY He's back! Wind the key and switch to go, and away he's off! This limited edition tin toy stands 5" tall. (6124) (CAUT: 4) Tin Toy $14.99 DISNEY TIN TOYS Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Pluto all have their own unique movements. Wind them up and let them parade around together. Each classic tin toy measures 5" tall. (6124) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. DONALD DUCK—Tin Toy $19.99 MICKEY MOUSE—Tin Toy $19.99 MINNIE MOUSE—Tin Toy $19.99 PLUTO—Tin Toy $19.99 DUCK ON BIKE TIN TOY Measuring a full 7.5" tall, this great classic performer pedals his bike and spins his cap propeller when you wind him up. (6124) (CAUT: 4) Tin Toy $9.99 TIN SPEEDWAY AUTO RACER SET These great looking wind-up race cars feature hand-painted drivers, plated radiators, On-Off switches, and beautifully detailed printing. Measuring 4" in length, each car is designed to race around the enclosed 14" circular track. (6124) (CAUT: 4) Tin Toy $39.99 SUPPLIES COLLECTING COMICBASE 7 STANDARD & DELUXE CD ROMS ComicBase 7, the ultimate software for comic book collectors, keeps track of what you have, what it's worth, and what's worth buying, thanks to its integrated price guide, encyclopedia, and collection management system. Containing the largest price guide in any format, ComicBase 7 collects current prices, value histories, and information on over 200,000 issues and 15,000 titles from the 1890s to today. Catalogue your collection quickly and simply with the user-friendly features. Then you can evaluate your collection, print reports, and easily search the incredibly thorough database for work by favorite creators, first appearances, duplicate issues, variant covers, and much, much, more. Additional user-defined fields and checkmarks let you customize the program even more, and if you want to sell online, ComicBase also includes features for easily posting issues for sale to eBay, Amazon, and Yahoo. New with version seven is the ability to export to Palm or Pocket PC so you can take your collection with you wherever you go! ComicBase 7 Deluxe also adds Bonus Disk 3, an additional CD-ROM stuffed from edge to edge with additional cover art (mainly from Golden Age titles such as Planet Comics, Flash Comics, Marvel Mystery Comics, and more), and exclusive creator video interviews, including Dan DeCarlo, Erik Larsen, Mike Allred, Joe Quesada, Jimmy Palmiotti, and Matt Wagner! For Windows and Macintosh. Windows 98/ME/XT or later with 100MB free disk space, 32MB RAM, and CD-ROM drive; or Mac OS 7.1 or later with 50MB free disk space, 32MB RAM, and CD-ROM drive. (8309) STANDARD $129.00 DELUXE $149.00 COMICARE OFFERED AGAIN 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 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 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 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 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 COMIC DEFENSE SYSTEM O/A COMIC DEFENSE SYSTEM BACKING BOARDS Back those expensive old comics with an all-white board guaranteed not to prematurely age your investment! These boards are acid-free at time of manufacture and made of pure virgin 24 pt. stock. New and Silver Age sizes are sold in packs of 100, and Golden Age & Magazines sold in packs of 50. NEW (SUPPLY360) — 6 ¾" x 10 ½" PI SILVER AGE (SUPPLY361) — 7" x 10 ½" PI GOLDEN AGE (SUPPLY362) — 7 ½" x 10 ½" PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY363) — 8 ½" x 11" PI O/A COMIC DEFENSE SYSTEM NEW SHORT TERM BACKING BOARDS These economical comic-size backer boards help keep those precious comic books from bending! Made of 22 pt. material. Sold in quantities of 1000. (SUPPLY358) Board— 6 ¾" x 10 ½" PI O/A COMIC DEFENSE SYSTEM BOXES Don't let your magazines and comic books sit around unprotected. Keep them in these boxes with lids where you know they'll be safe! These boxes feature double-walled bottoms with single-walled box lids. Available in: Long Size (350 comics), Regular Size (200 comics), and Magazine Size (100 magazines). LONG (SUPPLY369) — 26 1/16" x 7 ½" x 10 7/16" PI REGULAR (SUPPLY370) — 13 1/8" x 7 3/8" x 10 5/8" PI MAGAZINE (SUPPLY371) — 15" x 8 15/16" x 11 ½" PI ********************** GAMES SECTION ALLIANCE GAME DISTRIBUTORS GAME TRADE MAGAZINE #34 Wizards of the Coast will grace the cover of this month's issue, plus an article on the rebirth of Talisman from Games Workshop, Fantasy Flight give us a look at their 2003 release of Midnight d20 Fantasy Setting, plus a drawing to giveaway Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers Helm's Deep Fortress with painted figures donated by Games Workshop. Scheduled to ship in November, 2002. (CAUT: 4) GTM 34 $1.99 ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT GOOD As the armies of evil rise, only a handful of heroes dare to oppose them. New paladins and clerics rise to fight against the darkness that would turn men from the path of good. With new classes, holy artifacts, magic, prestige classes, and details for running holy and good campaigns as well as rules for creating temples, this d20 sourcebook opposes everything Evil! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) AEG 8513 $24.95 SWASHBUCKLER ADVENTURES RPG: ISLANDS OF GOLD - MIDNIGHT ARCHIPELAGO At the far end of Thean civilization lies the Midnight Archipelago - a tropical island chain on the edge of the Great Western Ocean. There, brave explorers chart the lost ruins of alien civilizations, pirates carve personal empires in blood and gold, and hidden jungles hold monstrous beings unseen since the dawn of man. Come venture to the furthest reaches of unknown seas, and see what thrilling adventures await. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) AEG 7154 $24.95 SPYCRAFT: GENTLEMAN'S AGREEMENT A gentleman's agreement and a dangerous game of brinksmanship threaten to plunge the world into disaster. Gentleman's Agreement contains an entire season of play in one book, featuring several missions that take your agents from the blinding snowfields of Siberia to the murky depths of the Pacific Ocean. Included in this volume are complete backgrounds and statistics for a powerful new threat to the world, plus new locations, gadgets, feats, and an all-new prestige class! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) AEG 1804 $24.95 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: SECRETS OF THE SCORPION The clan of secrets and deception, the Scorpion Clan has allies in every court in Rokugan. Rare is the daimyo who does not have a friend among the Scorpion. The Scorpion recognize the need for subtlety like none other; those who think they know the full truth had best think again. The ruthless Bayushi, the devious Soshi, the sinister Shosuro, and the despised Yogo all strive for the same goal: gaining the trust of their enemies. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT:4) AEG 3027 $24.95 ATLAS GAMES NYAMBE: DIRE SPIRITS The fearsome kosan orc bounty hunter KanUk's savagery knew no bounds among the helpless slaves of his land until he was defeated in the Great Rebellion, and his spirit shunted into his own still-beating undead heart. When this malignant heart begins to assemble animal slaves intent on locating a new body for their evil master, a group of brave warriors must find and destroy it before it orchestrates KanUk's rebirth, and all of Nyambe-tanda falls beneath his claws! A d20 System adventure for use with Nyambe: African Adventures. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) ATG 3701 $12.95 AURAN D20 SANCTUARY The rural backwater of Cherrimoor is a place far from the intrigue of the towns and cities but it has its own secrets, it's own stories. A search for a fallen paladin, a family curse, and a strange new tenant of Tharlen Keep builds to a crescendo in this gothic adventure for 4th-5th level characters. Included are detailed local settings, maps, and a core plotline that can be used with most d20 fantasy games, plus a bonus CD-ROM containing key scenes and buildings rendered in 3D. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS AUG1003 $19.95 BADAXE GAMES HEROES OF HIGH FAVOR: ELVES Ancient, alien, immortal, as angels to men, the elves have lived since the world was young and magic was new. What mortal could contest with the oldest and wisest of races, the most powerful of all wizards? This d20 toolkit contains new Elven- specific feats and skills, plus 10 unique "multi-class" prestige classes for Elven wizards of all kinds. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS BA02103 $9.95 HEROES OF HIGH FAVOR: HALF ORCS Shunned by humanity, half-orcs have learned to survive on their own, through savage barbarism. The half-orc does not seek pity nor compassion, but fear and respect. This d20 toolkit introduces background information and role-playing tips for ten unique half-orc prestige classes, as well as new feats and new uses for old skills specific to barbarians. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS BA02102 $9.95 BARD'S PRODUCTIONS COMMON GROUND II: GUARD TOWERS, THIEVES GUILDS, & PRIVATE CLUBS This useful d20 kit allows DMs to create and populate key structures quickly and efficiently. Common Ground II quickly lets you map and populate Guard Towers, Thieves Guilds, and Private Clubs with fully-equipped NPCs of any race or alignment, including domain and spell information in handy reference sheets. It's handy, useful, and simple, the way all DM supplements should be. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS BPR10002 $11.95 BONEMAN PRESS D20 RANGER (2) The d20 Ranger is a transparent, laminated, flexible, durable, vinyl range finder for use with 25mm miniatures and d20 campaign systems. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP BNP100 $10.00 CAFE GAMES LIMITED AGE OF STEAM Based on the popular Early Railways System created by Martin Wallace, Age of Steam recreates the era of the pioneering US railroads building the track that transformed America's economy. Finance extensive networks, acquire the most advanced locomotives, devise lucrative trade routes, and oversee industrial powerhouses in your quest to build your track to the future! Scheduled to ship in December, 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAF WAR1011 $44.95 CELL ENTERTAINMENT AB 1999 MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HOUNDS (2) CEL 3-4401 $5.95 MASTER OF THE HUNT MERCENARY CEL 3-4400 $5.95 PROPHET CEL 3-4110 $5.95 KRASH MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) MOTORCYCLES & RANDOM WEAPONS/EQUIPMENT (2) CEL 3-1023 $9.95 CHAOSIUM INC. BASIC ROLEPLAYING This beginner's guide to roleplaying games features an excellent, time-tested game system with easily-comprehensible rules, many examples of play, and an introductory scenario. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHA 2006 $5.95 CHEAPASS GAMES AGORA In Agora, players buy shops and collect income in an ancient Greek marketplace, racing to make the most money. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 961 $4.00 CUBE FARM Vie for spots nearest the Fax, Coffee, and Copy Machine in this fast-paced game of office management in a cubicle existence. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 962 $4.00 LIGHT SPEED Master game designer Tom Jolly brings Light Speed to tabletop gaming, as players seek to build the largest space ship armada and destroy their opponent's in this fast-paced 2-player card game. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 964 $4.00 NEXUS Nexus is an abstract game of strategy and control where players build a board out of cards and try to capture "Nexuses" by controlling the nodes and endcaps on the cards. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 959 $4.00 STEAM TUNNEL Build your steam tunnel through strategic card flipping and devious stone placement in this abstract card game. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 963 $4.00 VERY CLEVER PIPE GAME First introduced in 1997 as a standard envelope game, this Hip Pocket edition of the abstract game of connecting loops of pipe is cleaner, more balanced, and cheaper, plus it comes complete with a second game contending with closing sets of fields. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CAG 960 $4.00 CHESSEX MANUFACTURING BATTLEMATS W/1.5" HEXES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 96171 $13.95 BATTLEMATS W/1.5" SQUARES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 96151 $13.95 DS BATTLEMAT W/ 1.5" SQUARES/HEXES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 96257 $19.98 DS MEGAMAT W/ 1.5" SQUARES/HEXES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 97257 $34.98 MEGAMAT W/ 1.5" HEXES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 97171 $29.98 MEGAMAT W/ 1.5" SQUARES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHX 97151 $29.98 COLUMBIA GAMES, INC. LIBERTY: AMERICAN REVOLUTION Liberty is a fast-playing game covering the Americam Revolution from 1775-1783, depicting the various roles of British, American, and French forces, as well as the Indians and Navies that influenced the war. Comes complete with a full-color (11" x 32") mapboard of the Eastern seaboard of North America, (50) Hardwood blocks representing forces, and 16-pages of rules. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) COL 3021 $49.98 WIZARD KINGS 2ND EDITION This second edition of Wizard Kings features exciting new packaging with advanced rules, and comes complete with four full- color geomorphic maps, plus two Armies containing 28 units crafted on 25mm hardwood: Eldryn (Elves) and Jurlak (Orcs). Each army also comes with a card with unit types and abilities summarized. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) COL 8501R $39.98 COMIC IMAGES WWE: RAW DEAL CCG—RUTHLESS AGGRESSION 2-PLAYER COLLECTOR'S EDITION Take six of World Wrestling Entertainment's most popular superstars, divide them into two 3-man teams, toss 'em all into the ring, and what do you have? Ruthless Aggression! Packaged in a limited-edition deluxe gift box, WWE Raw Deal: Ruthless Aggression includes (2) exclusive 77-card decks featuring "The People's Team" (Hulk Hogan, The Rock, and Edge) and "Dangerous Alliance" (The Undertaker, Brock Lesner, and Kurt Angle). Each 77-card deck also contains (6) never-before-seen Foil and (3) Rare cards. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CIM 33010 $29.99 CREATIVE ILLUSIONS THE SEVENTH SEAL RPG The Seventh Seal, the roleplaying game of prophetic revelations explores biblical horror set in the modern world of the New Millennium. Players assume the roles of Sentinels; mortal guardians of humanity who have been graced with Divinity and Insight under one of the four Celestial Orders of Archangels. Invested with these supernatural "gifts", the Sentinels become the last echelon of light, the final righteous stroke against the infernal Legion that seeks to claim the souls of humanity in preparation for the ascension of the Antichrist. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP CTV10000 $24.95 CONQUEST GAMING CONQUEST OF THE PACIFIC Beginning in early December 1941 just before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Conquest of the Pacific is a grand strategy game that pits the United States against the Empire of Japan in the largest theater of war the world has ever seen: the Pacific Ocean! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WZA CQG1000 $26.95 CRYSTAL CASTE ORIENTAL BLADES SET 2 MINIATURES This miniatures set features (1) male Shugena, (1) female brandishing a two-handed katana, and (3) katana-wielding males. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CYC 40011 $19.99 DARK PORTAL GAMES WHITE ROBES, BLACK HEARTS: VEIL OF MALICE The heroes embark upon a dangerous quest to rescue Prince Vidair of Calrendia from imprisonment in a Mhulnish death camp nestled in the heart of the Tharnkirst mountains. A d20 adventure of unique perils and opponents for characters levels 6-8. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS DPG002 $14.99 DECISION GAMES DRIVE ON STALINGRAD Drive on Stalingrad is a two-player strategic-level simulation of Fall Blau (Operation Blue), the German attempt to conquer Stalingrad and the Caucasus area of the southwest Soviet Union in 1942. Components include (420) die-cut counters, (2) 34" x 22" regional maps, (1) die, plus a complete rule/scenario book. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DCG 1013 $48.00 DREAM POD 9 GEAR KRIEG: FIGHTING VEHICLES OF THE MODERN AGE This Gear Krieg field manual details the many types of fighting vehicles fielded by the armies of both the Axis and the Alliance. Each vehicle is detailed with background information, variants (both factory and field), and modeling guides. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DPN 515 $22.95 GEAR KRIEG: ZOMBIES (10) Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DPN 650 $9.95 TRIBE 8: PLAYER'S HANDBOOK The Tribe 8 Player's Handbook contains a brief overview of the world, followed by extensive tips on atmosphere, character design, equipment, Synthesis, and more. The Handbook also features Open Gaming License conversion guidelines. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DPN 825 $22.95 DWARVEN FORGE DIAGONAL WALL (4) Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DWF J $12.00 EDEN STUDIOS BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER RPG: MONSTER SMACKDOWN Birds gotta fly, fish gotta swim, and a slayer's gotta have something to slay. Fortunately for her, there's no shortage of vamps, demons, nasties, and Big Bads wandering around out there. The keys to combating these charmless creatures of nightmare in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer RPG are all here, in vivid detail, including background and specifics on Buffy's major villains, unique demons, hellgoddesses, and human villains, plus rules, guidelines, and ideas for creating monsters, and a complete Episode. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) EDN 06003 $30.00 ELMORE PRODUCTIONS SNARFQUEST GRAPHIC NOVEL For almost a decade, Larry Elmore's SnarfQuest has delighted and entertained readers of Dragon Magazine. This compilation includes every SnarfQuest episode ever to appear in Dragon Magazine, including 80 additional pages of material that has yet to be reprinted in any previous collected format. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) ELM 8411 $25.00 SNARFQUEST CARD GAME Meet Allies, discover treasure, endure events, and avoid monsters in your quest to create your own personalized SnarfQuest misadventure! Each game comes with a 100-card deck, complete rules, and one Snarf miniature. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) ELM 8412 $18.00 SNARFQUEST D20 WORLD BOOK Looking to add some humor to your current d20 campaign, or need to reacquaint yourself with the misadventures of your favorite Zeetva? This 64-page sourcebook is packed full of SnarfQuest-specific d20 material including new and unique prestige classes, feats, skills, DM advice, and comical adventure hooks. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) ELM 8410 $20.00 EUROGAMES/DESCARTES-USA DRAKE & DRAKE It's "Yo-Ho-Ho" and a race to the rum as players portray cutthroat pirates seeking to conquer the greatest number of territories in their quest for fortune and infamy in this high-stakes game of conquest, treasure hunting, and skullduggery. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) EGD 2732 $16.95 MARE NOSTRUM Sail the Mediterranean Sea, conquer opposing provinces, cultivate cities, and erect pyramids and immense "wonders" to stand the test of time in this world-building game where players vie for power and dominion over the greatest civilization in an ancient world. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) EGD 2749 $49.95 FINAL SWORD PRODUCTIONS PSIBERTROOPERS: DEAD NIGHT OF SPACE Welcome to Ceybrodin, a star system inhabited by a Diaspora group known as the Psibers. Enter a world where giant mecha, psionics, and space opera intersect! Using the classic D6 System, this first book in the Dead Night of Space series features quick-start rules, variant rules for Psi Powers and "Chesspiece Goons," adventure seeds, plus the necessary source and background material to begin campaigning in the Psibertroopers universe. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) FSP 1005 $18.00 FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES A HOUSE DIVIDED CIVIL WAR BOARDGAME A House Divided recreates the entire US Civil war from the first gunshots at Fort Sumter to its bitter end. Produced in Germany, this easy-to-play, high-impact, high-quality boardgame contains hundreds of beautiful components and full-color rules sets complete with variants and alternative game setups. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG PHL-01 $39.95 DRAGONBALL Z BATTLE GAME: FUSION SAGA Take on the roles of Vegeta, Gotenks, Babidi, and Super Buu in the Fusion Saga set for use with the Dragonball Z Battle Game. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG DBZ-02 $19.95 DRAGONBALL Z BATTLE GAME: MAJIN BUU SAGA In the Dragonball Z Battle Game, two to four players take control of their favorite heroes and villains from the Dragonball Z television show, then battle for control of the seven Dragon Balls. Power-up, search the board for Dragon Balls, and attack your opponents with the world-famous punches, kicks, and energy blasts that have made Dragonball Z famous! The Majin Buu Saga set allows players to take on the roles of Goku, Vegeta, Dabura, or Majin Buu. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG DBZ-01 $19.95 DRAGONSTAR: GALACTIC RACES Galactic Races presents a selection of new races for use in the Dragonstar campaign setting. Players can now play a centaur in full power armor, a doppelganger spy, or even a lizardfolk mercenary, as well as races unique to Dragonstar, such as the wily Qasta and the Tarn Idoun. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG DS-05 $14.95 LEGENDS & LAIRS: PATH OF FAITH HC Characters of faith such as druids, clerics, and paladins will now have all the tools they need to defeat their enemies and spread the word of their patrons! Path of Faith presents a host of new and exciting d20 options for these characters, including new class abilities, ecclesiastical organizations, new feats, prestige classes, high-level legendary classes, and rules for paladin mounts, holy symbols, cults, and much more. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG DD-36 $24.95 WATERLOO BOARDGAME Printed and designed in Germany, Waterloo is an exciting boardgame interpretation of the important battle of Waterloo. Fast, furious, with easy-to-learn rules and a gorgeous mounted map, full color rules, and high quality components, Waterloo ushers in a new age of wargames. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) FFG PHL-02 $39.95 FAST FORWARD ENTERTAINMENT CONQUISTA DE MAGICO RPG: HIDDEN LANDS Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) FAF 1494 $26.99 DEEP IN THE TROLL FENS (D20) Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) FAF 2019 $12.99 FIERY DRAGON PRODUCTIONS COUNTER COLLECTION III This counter set features 14 full-color, cardstock counter sheets containing multiple vehicles, characters, and creatures, plus 24- pages of expansion rules for the new d20 Modern rules system. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP FDP4005 $18.99 GATES OF OBLIVION Enter a world divided between the forces of Order and Chaos in this thrilling d20 adventure. The King has decreed that some crimes are punishable by death, but the worst crimes are punishable by exile through the Gates of Oblivion! Unfortunately, the king's own son has been kidnapped and taken through the gates to the World Divided, providing the heroes a chance to prove their might and test their mettle in a barren, brutal world of outsiders and savages. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP FDP4010 $16.95 GAMES WORKSHOP WARHAMMER 40,000 MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) CHAOS MARINE HAVOC WITH HEAVY BOLTER GAW 8012J-N $8.00 CHAOS MARINE HAVOC WITH MISSILE LAUNCHER GAW 8012L-N $8.00 CHAOS SPACE MARINES DAEMON PRINCE GAW 0480 $25.00 FROM THE MOTION PICTURE THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) FORCES OF DARKNESS DICE GAW 65-10 $7.00 FREE PEOPLES DICE GAW 65-09 $7.00 GANDALF ON SHADOWFAX GAW 05-68 $9.00 HELM'S DEEP FORTRESS GAW 05-26 $75.00 SARUMAN GAW 05-66 $8.00 URUK-HAI SIEGE TROOPS GAW 05-21 $20.00 WARRIORS OF ROHAN GAW 05-22 $20.00 HALDIR'S ELVES WITH BOWS GAW 05-60 $9.00 WARHAMMER FANTASY BATTLE MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) TOMB KINGS ARMY DEAL GAW 1938 $225.00 TOMB KINGS BONE GIANT GAW 1642 $40.00 TOMB KINGS LICHE PRIESTS GAW 8586A $13.00 TOMB KINGS SKELETON REGIMENT GAW 3066 $25.00 TOMB KINGS ARMY BOOK GAW 0143 $20.00 GEO-HEX DESPERADO 25MM WESTERN CHARACTER SERIES MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) BANDITO WITH RIFLE GHX MKP35207 $2.25 BANDITO WITH SHOTGUN GHX MKP35202 $2.25 BANDITO WITH TWO PISTOLS GHX MKP35205 $2.25 BRAZIERS (4) GHX GT99651 $6.00 DESPERADO THIRD EDITION RPG Star in your own Spaghetti Western with the Desperado 3rd Edition RPG, introducing a fast-play set of Wild West Skirmish Rules to compliment Geo-Hex's line of 25mm Western Character miniatures. Desperado features a Simple Character Generation System, an Innovative Random Card Initiative System, a unique Combat Chart System, plus a full range of weapons from Bow & Arrows to Buffalo Rifles. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) GHX MKP99100 $15.00 GUNMAN IN DERBY WITH SHOTGUN GHX MKP35005 $2.25 HERO WITH PISTOL GHX MKP35023 $2.25 HERO WITH RIFLE GHX MKP35022 $2.25 TEMPLE Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) STARTER TEMPLE GHX GT99600 $30.00 TEMPLE EXPANSION GHX GT99601 $30.00 TEMPLE OF THE RAIN GHX GT99650 $9.00 GREEN RONIN PUBLISHING DENIZENS OF FREEPORT Enter Denizens of Freeport, a rogue's gallery of more than 75 ready-to-use characters, complete with backgrounds, personalities, portraits, adventure hooks, and accurate d20 stats. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1017 $18.95 MUTANTS & MASTERMINDS: FREEDOM CITY HC Presenting a complete and detailed city setting for Mutants & Masterminds! Freedom City includes an extensive history, an overview of the city's diverse neighborhoods, scores of locations and backdrops, a cast of supporting characters, adventure hooks, three complete hero teams, and dozens of villains prepared to unleash havoc upon the good people of Freedom City! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR2002 $32.95 O/A MUTANTS & MASTERMINDS RPG Bring four color action to your tabletop with the Mutants & Masterminds RPG! Mutants & Masterminds has been designed from the ground up to be the definitive treatment of d20 superheroes. This lavishly illustrated, 192-page book contains everything you need to enter the world of comic book heroics. The game also includes an adventure that introduces Green Ronin's Freedom City setting and a selection of Hero Templates that let you jump right into the action. Featuring a stunning cover by Wildstorm/DC artist and Ninja Boy creator Ale Garza, Mutants & Masterminds! OSS GRR2001 $32.95 ULTRAMODERN FIREARMS HC Chameleon Eclectic's original Ultramodern Firearms was a marvel of research and illustration. Now author Charles Ryan (Wheel of Time RPG, d20 Modern) has revisited Ultramodern Firearms and updated it for the d20 System. Focusing on the features, advantages, and uses of over 300 weapons and sights, complemented with over 200 precise illustrations, the Ultramodern Firearms is an indispensable resource for any contemporary d20 campaign. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1016 $27.95 MASTER CLASS: WITCH'S HANDBOOK The witch is a "naturalist" spellcaster who casts arcane spells using time-honored hearth wisdom rather than the arcane formulae and elaborate theories of wizardry. The Witch's Handbook presents a brand new core class and an array of associated prestige class, including new feats, spells, and magic items. Explore the deeper secrets of the The Craft, learn of covens and their ritual magic, charms and their making, and herbs and their magical applications in this insightful d20 sourcebook. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1302 $14.95 GUARDIANS OF ORDER BIG EYES, SMALL MOUTH: DUNGEON Six levels of mayhem, packed with a multitude of bizarre NPCs and hideous monsters, await you in this dungeon-crawl supplement for Big Eyes, Small Mouth! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) GOO 02-108 $16.95 SILVER AGE SENTINELS: SHIELDS OF JUSTICE The definitive handbook for heroes for Silver Age Sentinels, featuring dual stats for the d20 and Tri-Stat systems, Shields of Justice explores in-depth the facets of playing a champion. From the qualities of the valiant and heros methods, to the tools of the trade and dealing with the law, everything is tied together in a discussion of archetypes, with new character examples from the world of Empire City. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) GOO 13-007 $24.95 GUILDHALL PRESS SCARED STIFF RPG Showcasing the innovative RPG-13 B-Movie Game System, the Scared Stiff RPG explores the cinematic brilliance and campy fun of the B-Movie horror world, offering extensive roleplaying information on Traditional Terrors, Mega Monsters, Alien Invasions, and Paranormal Conspiracy sub-genres. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP TGP1000 $19.95 GUILDHOUSE GAMES BATTLE DRAGONS Claw and Fang! Wit and Subterfuge! Breathweapon and Magic! These are the instruments at your disposal to rule the Seven- Tiered World. This is your Destiny. This is your Fate. Field the most awesome engine of destruction ever crafted by the gods, The Dragon! Battle Dragons introduces combat and construction rules for the eight Dragon races, hundreds of Powers and Abilities, plus construction guidelines for humanoid armies. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) GHS SUB1000 $24.95 HOLISTIC DESIGN BATTLEFIELDS COMPUTER GAME Battlefields! Combined Arms Land Operations in World War II, is a 1km hex-based battalion-level simulation of World War II combat that puts the wargamer in the role of the operational commander. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1017 $59.99 COMBAT LEADER: CROSS OF IRON COMPUTER GAME Combat Leader breaks new ground for classic turn-based, hex map tactical wargaming. Focusing on the problems of command and the flow of battlefield information, Combat Leaders are the means by which the player influences the action as individual squads, tanks, and guns can be maneuvered individually, or by platoon, based on a variety of stances and morale states. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1008 $59.99 EUROPA FLEET ACTIONS COMPUTER GAME Europa Fleet Actions is an overhaul of two classic Simulations Canada World War II naval wargames combined into one full Atlantic and Mediterranean campaign. Originally released separately as Fleet Med and Kriegsmarine, these wargames were a highly realistic, viewpoint-oriented, grand strategic simulations of naval combat. Simulations Canadas excellent system is now being transformed into a Windows-compatible wargame for the current generation of computers. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1015 $34.99 FADING SUNS NOBLE ARMADA COMPUTER GAME Introducing a real-time starship fleet command PC gaming experience in the Fading Suns universe! In 4996, the Emperor sent the Questing Knights to the far reaches of the Known Worlds, investigating old legends, studying ancient lore, battling fiendish enemies, all to discover the routes to these missing planets. Those who succeeded discovered a universe even more fractured than they feared. Now the other denizens of the heavens have become aware of the Empire. Join these adventurous souls in their voyages and carve out a new empire, or die in the attempt. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1021 $59.99 KORSUN POCKET: DECISIVE BATTLES WWII COMPUTER GAME The long-awaited sequel to The Ardennes Offensive in the Decisive Battles system, Decisive Battles of World War II: Korsun Pocket uses a greatly improved version of the Ardennes Offensive engine to recreate the desperate German attempt to escape encirclement on the Russian Front early in 1944. The battle is a tense and exciting struggle, with neither side having a decisive advantage as the Russians struggle to form the pocket, then try to resist successive German rescue efforts and last ditch attempts at breakout. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1016 $59.99 TITANS OF STEEL: WARRING SUNS COMPUTER GAME Titans of Steel: Warring Suns is more than a combat game. It is also designed to be an open-ended roleplaying system for up to four battle squads using four separate races and pilots of either gender. In the Titans of Steel Universe the main fighting unit is the Titan Attack Tech better know as the Titan-AT. Titan-ATs are generally humanoid in appearance and can have an array of weapons including lasers, auto cannons, missile launchers, and other specialty weapons and defensive systems. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HDI MGX1012 $34.99 STARSLAYER: UNIVERSAL Starslayer is a science-fiction, skirmish-level miniatures wargame that chronicles the larger events of our own galaxy. This core rulebook describes the state of the Perseus Arm at the midpoint of Terra's 20th century. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP MJG0403 $29.95 IRON WIND METALS BATTLETECH MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) ARCAS MECH IWM 20-985 $8.25 BATU (OMNI AEROSPACE FIGHTER) IWM 20-714 $6.25 BEHEMOTH HEAVY TANK (2) IWM 20-740 $7.95 BERSERKER MECH IWM 20-642 $7.95 BOWMAN MECH IWM 20-984 $8.50 HELLSPAWN MECH IWM 20-989 $7.25 KAGE BATTLE ARMOR (16) IWM 20-986 $7.50 KANAZUCHI BATTLE ARMOR (4) IWM 20-952 $5.25 LIGHTRAY IWM 20-990 $7.95 LNX-9Q LYNX MECH IWM 20-766 $5.95 LOCUST (LCT-5M) IWM 20-987 $6.25 MARAUDER (MAD-5L) IWM 20-994 $8.75 MARS ASSAULT VEHICLE IWM 20-938 $6.75 PHOENIX HAWK (PXH-4L) IWM 20-988 $6.95 RAVEN IWM 20-992 $6.50 SHADOWCAT IWM 20-991 $6.95 SUNDER MECH IWM 20-665 $7.50 THUNDERBOLT (TDR-9M) IWM 20-993 $7.95 VINDICATOR MECH IWM 20-932 $7.50 WARRIOR HELICOPTER IWM 20-723 $5.25 WYVERN IIC MECH IWM 20-649 $5.25 KENZER & COMPANY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: KINGDOMS OF KALAMAR—SANDS OF THE KHYDOBAN Welcome to the Khydoban - a mysterious land of desert nomads and tribal settlers who live among the ruins of once-mighty ancestors, terrorized by hordes of undead who emerge from a ruined desert city. The ancient burial sites, the human and humanoid settlements, new variant classes, independent organizations, languages, codes of law, items, arms and equipment, and other features of the desert are fully detailed in the same fashion as the best-selling Kingdoms of Kalamar campaign setting sourcebook. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) KEN 1010 $23.99 HACKMASTER MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) ELVARIEL GLADIATOR KEN 4090 $2.99 ELVARIEL ILLUSIONIST KEN 4092 $2.99 ELVARIEL MAGIC-USER KEN 4093 $2.99 ELVARIEL RANGER KEN 4091 $2.99 ELVARIEL SHAMAN KEN 4094 $2.99 ELVARIEL THIEF-ASSASSIN KEN 4095 $2.99 ELVARIEL VETERAN KEN 4096 $2.99 HACKMASTER: ROBINLOFT This HackMaster version of the classic RavenLoft adventure is sure to keep your players on edge with plenty of twists and turns as they try to escape from Count Vlad'Neer. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) KEN 2204 $11.99 KOPLOW GAMES OPAQUE 55MM D20 COUNTDOWN DIE Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) BLACK/WHITE KOP 11676 $5.00 IVORY/BLACK KOP 11664 $5.00 RED/WHITE KOP 11677 $5.00 TWO TONED D30 POLY DIE Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) BLACK/WHITE KOP 10533 $2.00 BLUE/WHITE KOP 10531 $2.00 GREEN/WHITE KOP 10532 $2.00 PURPLE/WHITE KOP 10534 $2.00 RED/WHITE KOP 10535 $2.00 YELLOW/BLUE KOP 10536 $2.00 TWO TONED POLY ASSORTMENT Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) 24/7 SET DISPLAY KOP 10510 $120.00 24/7 SET SAMPLER KOP 10478 $84.25 DICE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10739 $3.50 BLACK/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10493 $3.50 BLUE/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10491 $3.50 GREEN/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10492 $3.50 PURPLE/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10494 $3.50 RED/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10495 $3.50 YELLOW/BLUE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10496 $3.50 BLACK/WHITE 10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10519 $5.00 BLUE/WHITE 10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10517 $5.00 GREEN/WHITE10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10518 $5.00 PURPLE/WHITE10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10520 $5.00 RED/WHITE10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10521 $5.00 YELLOW/BLUE 10 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 10522 $5.00 LIVING ROOM GAMES EARTHDAWN: SCOURGE UNENDING Scourge Unending revisits the 15 most powerful astral-spawned abominations lurking in the shadows of Barsaive, and includes plot hooks, game mechanics, and everything you'll need to unleash a whole new set of horrors to your Earthdawn campaign. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP LRGED204 $18.00 MAJESTIC TWELVE GAMES SOVEREIGN STARS The Sovereign Stars introduces and adapts the various races, starship designs, weapons, and equipment of Twilight Imperium to the Starmada rules system! Now players can control the ultimate destiny of the Terran Empire, the Arcturan Federation, and the major players of the Starmada universe through multiple levels of tactical and strategic gameplay. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP MJG0302 $14.95 STARMADA COMPENDIUM A fast-paced, highly-adaptable, easy-to-learn board game of starship combat, Starmada features dozens of optional rules, exotic special equipment, menacing weapons, and a vast compendium to the world of the Imperial Starmada. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP MJG0110 $29.95 MONGOOSE PUBLISHING QUINTESSENTIAL SAMURAI From character concepts to an in-depth look at the weapons, tools, traditions, and depth of the samurai, this 128-page d20 sourcebook builds upon and develops this highly popular class for gamers looking to add a touch of the orient to their characters. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WZA MGP4011 $19.95 SLAINE RPG: RAGNAROK BOOK The third part of the epic Horned Lord and Moon Sow campaign for Slaine: The Roleplaying Game of Celtic Heroes, the 128- page adventure The Ragnarok Book reveals new perils, enemies, and goals in the quest to defeat the evil King Adamastos, the hideous drune lords, and the loathsome fomorians. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WZA MGP8007 $19.95 SLAINE RPG: SESSAIR The Sessair are one of the four great tribes of the Earth Goddess, found in northern Eriu. They are famed throughout Tir Nan Og for their ferocity and courage, and have more warped ones among their number than any other tribe. The second of a series of 32-page tribal sourcebooks for Slaine: The Roleplaying Game of Celtic Heroes, The Sessair - The Tribe that Stands Up covers the tribe that Slaine hails from, and includes game stats for the warped warrior himself. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WZA MGP8008 $9.95 SLAYER'S GUIDE TO YUAN TI One of the more enigmatic and disturbing races known to adventurers, the Yuan-ti are an evil serpentine race whose subtle plans and developed machinations threaten all those around them. Full details of this oft-hidden and unsettling race are uncovered in this d20 sourcebook, including new feats, spells, and prestige classes unique to the Yuan-ti. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WZA MGP0015 $9.95 MYSTIC EYE GAMES THE HUNT RISE OF EVIL: DIMITRI'S JOURNAL GRAPHIC NOVEL The first in a series of graphic novels that explore the unique, dark fantasy world of Gothos and The Hunt: Rise of Evil, Dimitri's Journal is expertly Illustrated by Hunter Fredrick McFalls and co-written by Hunter and Doug Herring. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS MYG8001 $19.95 NBOS SOFTWARE CHARACTER SKETCHER 3.0 CD-ROM Over 350 professionally rendered, full-color facial features and four random portrait generators are included in Character Sketcher. Additional features include NBOS Online and NBOS's map and portrait sharing system. Uses Win 98 or higher platform. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP NBO302 $34.95 19TH CENTURY MINIATURES 25MM WORLD WAR II BATTLE HONOR MINIATURES These 25mm World War II Battle Honors miniature packs are suitable for use with Battleground and other rules systems. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) GERMAN AFRIKA KORPS 81MM MORTARS & CREWS NCM AFRK-4 $15.00 ITALIAN ALPINE COMMAND NCM ITAL-13 $15.00 ITALIAN ALPINE HEAVY WEAPONS NCM ITAL-15 $15.00 ITALIAN ALPINE RIFLE SQUAD NCM ITAL-14 $15.00 ITALIAN BERSAGLIERI COMMAND NCM ITAL-10 $15.00 ITALIAN BERSAGLIERI HEAVY WEAPONS NCM ITAL-12 $15.00 ITALIAN BERSAGLIERI RIFLE SQUAD NCM ITAL-11 $15.00 ITALIAN COMMAND (NORTH AFRICA) NCM ITAL-6 $15.00 ITALIAN HEAVY WEAPONS (NORTH AFRICA) NCM ITAL-8 $15.00 ITALIAN RIFLE SQUAD (NORTH AFRICA) NCM ITAL-7 $15.00 JAPAN 70MM HOLWITZER & CREWS NCM JIMP-10 $15.00 JAPAN MULE TRAIN NCM JIMP-9 $15.00 JAPAN SUB-MACHINE GUN TROOPS NCM JIMP-4 $15.00 NVA RIFLE SQUAD NCM VNAM-8 $15.00 US ARMY RIFLE SQUAD These 25mm Vietnam Battle Honors miniature packs contain (10) figures or (1) gun and (6) figures. NCM VNAM-1 $15.00 US MARINES RIFLE SQUAD NCM VNAM-13 $15.00 VIET CONG RIFLE SQUAD NCM VNAM-6 $15.00 PERPETRATED PRESS ARSENAL Don't bring a longsword to a gunfight! Bring an incinerator! Give your d20 campaign a techno-magical boost into a future age of magical enlightenment and proliferation with this d20 sourcebook detailing hundreds of scientifically advanced magic items with a technological slant, plus new combat rules options, feats, and spells. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) OSS PTD1000 $19.95 PLAYROOM ENTERTAINMENT CHIAMO! The Italian game of excitement and betrayal! Chiamo! is a strategic 3-player trick-taking game where your partner changes each round. Call out "Chiamo!" and prepare to challenge the two opposing players as they team up to stop you from winning enough points to take the hand. Also includes instructions for Chiamo! per Quattro, where players partner up, vying for the most possible points. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 92100 $10.00 EYE OF HORUS With beautifully illustrated cards crafted in an ancient papyrus design, Eye of Horus crosses the sands of time, bringing players back to the mysterious and majestic days of the pyramids with this ancient "fishing" game of matching and mathematics. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 35100 $10.00 GOLDEN DEUCE Golden Deuce combines classic trick-taking card play with strategic boardgame action as players race to lay down all their cards, thus earning points to apply to pawn movement on the game board. With special spaces to send you back, move you forward, or "warp" your pawn to another space on the board, it's a race to the finish to win the game! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 88100 $22.00 HANDY MAD TRIAD It's Mad Triad on the go in this hand-shaped, hand-held version of the incredibly maddening puzzle game. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 90200 $7.00 KILLER BUNNIES Can you keep from being attacked by the whimsical Whisk or the torching Flame Thrower? Defend your Bunnies with the Magic Spatula, or use a Feed the Bunny card to starve out an opponent! It's off-the-wall strategic fun in this fast-paced card game where the goal is to survive and claim the Magic Carrot to win the game! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 40100 $25.00 KOOKY KALOOKI Kooky Kalooki is the fun family game based on Jamaican Contract rummy where players scramble to lay down all their cards first. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 56100 $10.00 MAD TRIAD CHALLENGE This brain-teasing puzzle will drive you mad! Twist and turn the different dials on this challenging puzzle game to create six same color wheels, mixed color wheels, or numerous other mind-boggling combinations. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 89200 $14.00 SEANOCHLE Complete with a unique, customized deck, this ocean-themed, phenomenal nautical game features all the trick-taking strategies of classic Pinochle, plus new bonus cards that can "make a splash" or "leave you all wet!" Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) PLE 17100 $10.00 RAVENSBURGER SPELLBOUND WIZARD PUZZLE Manufactured for generations in Germany, Ravensburger jigsaw puzzles are renowned worldwide for their consistently high quality and vivid images. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) RAV 78013 29.99 REAPER MINIATURES CAV MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) HEAVY INFANTRY HEAVY MORTARS RPR 07062 $5.99 HEAVY INFANTRY LIGHT MORTARS RPR 07061 $5.99 MITSO TA REGENT RPR 07012 $8.99 POLTERGEIST TANK (2) RPR 07035 $8.99 DARK HEAVEN MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) COCKATRICE RPR 02631 $2.99 FROGMEN (3) RPR 02630 $7.99 MARCUS STARSONG YOUNG WIZARD RPR 02637 $2.99 VANDORENDRA FEMALE DEMON RPR 02633 $4.99 WELL OF DOOM RPR 02634 $8.99 WINGED TIGER RPR 02635 $5.99 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS ROKUGAN MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) ARAMORO RPR 04407 $.00 CRAB CLAN SAMURAI I RPR 04401 $.00 CRAN CRAB SAMURAI II RPR 04402 $.00 CRANE COURTLER RPR 04403 $.00 MIRIMOTO TAKI RPR 04408 $.00 NINJA I RPR 04404 $.00 NINJA II RPR 04405 $.00 SHIBA TSUKUNE RPR 04406 $.00 WARLORD MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) ARGANOX GLADIATOR RPR 14034 $3.99 BALTHON EVIL PRIEST RPR 14035 $3.99 BLACKSTING THE WYVERN RPR 02636 $13.99 JAHENNA VAMPIRE SEDUCTRESS RPR 02632 $2.99 HALBARAD GOOD PRIEST RPR 14036 $3.99 WRAITH LORD RPR 14033 $3.99 RIO GRANDE GAMES HEAVE HO Play cards instead of using your muscle-power in this Scottish tug-of-war game! Devious traitors, nasty tricks, rope breaks, and even Nessie herself can tip the tides of tugging in this 2-player game for ages 10 and up! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) RGG 203 $19.95 ROGUE PUBLISHING FUDGE: THE COLLECTORS Incorporating FUDGE (Freeform, Universal, Do-it-Yourself Gaming Engine), in The Collectors, players portray demons sent to the mortal realm to collect souls which have come due. Failure to complete their task means a trip back to the infernal pits! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP ROGP7113 $17.95 ROOK STEEL STORAGE CAPSULES Designed to hold 80 sleeved cards, the Rook Capsule is a new steel-alloy CCG deck case featuring a precision wire-hinged lid that allows for easy insertion and removal of decks. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) CELESTIAL WHITE CAPSULE RSS 23201 $7.95 FORTRESS BLACK CAPSULE RSS 23200 $7.95 FORTRESS BLACK ENDURA Comprised of 22. gauge cold-rolled steel, the Pro-Series Rook Endura is a steel carrying case used to hold up to four Rook Capsules, or 380 sleeved, or 480 un-sleeved cards. The nickel-plated drawbolt latch and handle makes it secure and portable. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) RSS 11100 $29.95 LIMITED INTRODUCTORY ENDURA/CAPSULE SET This introductory set features (1) Fortress Black Endura and (4) Fortress Black Capsules. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) RSS 88002 $39.95 SHOOTING IRON TALISLANTA FOURTH EDITION HC Imagine a world beyond the realm of traditional fantasy roleplaying. A world of strange and exotic cultures, fantastic flora and fauna, ancient magics, and lost civilizations. Then, imagine Talislanta! This 4th Edition of Talislanta features "The Traveler's Guide," introducing over 300-pages of detailed information covering the history, cultures, creatures, and geography of Talislanta, plus additional material including the easy-to-use Action Table system, over 120 character archetypes, and a comprehensive Game Master's guide. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT:4) WZA IRN1001 $39.95 STEVE JACKSON GAMES CARDBOARD HEROES CASTLES: THE KEEP Cardboard Heroes Castles are great-looking 3-D cardboard structures that fold up for play, and fold down again for travel and storage! This set can be used by itself to create either a castle with enclosed courtyard or a massive towered keep. Or use it as an expansion to the Walls and Towers set. "The Keep" comes with 16 die-cut cardboard pages plus instructions. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) SJG 2151 $24.95 FRAG PVP Join Francis, Cole, Jade, Brent, and Skull as they blow each other away in this supplement for FRAG! This set features metal miniatures of the five PvP characters, sculpted by Richard Kerr, and 56 Frag cards illustrated by Scott Kurtz! Three original PvP comic strips are also showcased. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) SJG 1344 $29.95 GURPS MAGIC ITEMS 3 Enchanted handguns, sorcerous spaceships, and clockwork golems! GURPS Magic Items 3 is full of intriguing and exciting artifacts for magical adventures. Also included are several more weird and wonderful ways to create magic items, a dozen new guilds, organizations, and corporations involved in the magic item trade, and much more! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6531 $22.95 GURPS TRAVELLER 2ND EDITION HC GURPS Traveller, Second Edition is the official alternate universe for Traveller, the premier Sci-Fi roleplaying game. The vast scope of the Third Imperium is yours to explore: merchants, mercenaries, spies, mega-corporate troubleshooters, pirates and pirate-chasers! Find out for yourself why this game is a classic. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6602 $29.95 IN NOMINE: ETHEREAL PLAYER'S GUIDE Now you can play those mysterious "neutrals," the ethereal spirits - pagan gods, creatures of myth, and even the dancing toothbrushes from the last time you ate anchovies on your pizza. Woven from essential strands of concept, they have their own supernatural powers, Song affinities, and personalities. They also have their own weaknesses and flaws. But whether you wish to assume the mantle of a god or a minor spirit of the Marches, this book has what you need to make your ethereal character more than just a collection of Forces. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) SJG 3318 $24.95 THIRD WORLD GAMES BATTLE OF THE BANDS: ENCORE EDITION Mom left the band. The Gorilla crashed his mortorcycle. Your Smash Hit has been summoning demons. What are you going to do? Put the Zombie on lead air guitar and get this party started! You're gonna rock with this special Encore Edition of the Battle of the Bands card game, featuring everything from the first edition, plus a whole lot more! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP TWG0202 $16.95 BATTLE OF THE BANDS: BACKSTAGE PASS K'tulu on lead fog machine. A crossdressing Elvis impersonator on bass. Your opponent's sexy mom! This is your band. Either you're going to the top, or you're going to hell! This expansion for the rockin' Battle of the Bands card game introduces exciting new cards to play with both the first and Encore Edition set. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) IMP TWG0204 $10.00 WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING DARK AGES: INQUISITOR Blood-drinking demons and savage creatures prey on good Christians or lead them to heresy. But God Almighty has seen fit to choose some to stand against. Dark Ages: Inquisitor is a complete book for playing members of the Inquisition in the Dark Medieval world. Members of secret orders operating by papal sanction, Inquisitors hunt the devils and degenerates who prey on men and defy God, from bloodcrazed vampires to pagan warlocks. Inquisitor provides complete systems for making characters, a whole new system for blessed abilities, and much more. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 20004 $26.95 DARK HORROR TOOLKIT This d20 rules supplement introduces information on incorporating eldritch terrors into an existing or beginning campaign, and features new PCs, organizations, monsters, NPCs, counters, items, and tons of plot hooks. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT:4) WWP 16007 $12.95 DEMON STORYTELLER'S COMPANION The seals of Armageddon are sundered and the damned shake off their chains. While the lords of the abyss marshal their forces and rekindle ancient ambitions, they are unaware that darker forces lurk in remote parts of the world. The Demon Storyteller's Companion pulls back the veil of secrets on the Earthbound and the reasons for their relentless campaign to enslave the fallen. Expanded information on political factions, storytelling tips on interacting with greater demons, and an overview of the events that shape the course of the game are included. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08201 $15.95 DEMON THE FALLEN: LUCIFER'S SHADOW At the dawn of creation, Lucifer ignited the fires of rebellion and a third of the heavenly host rallied to him. The Fallen defied the armies of Heaven for a thousand years, never questioning their leaders resolve. Even in defeat, they chose to suffer the fate of their prince rather than betray their convictions. They went into the abyss with their heads unbowed, but when the gates of Hell slammed shut, Lucifer the Morningstar was not among the damned. Lucifers Shadow is an anthology of stories tied to Demon: The Fallen. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 11904 $6.99 ENGEL: PANDORAMICUM The Engel: Pandoramicum graphic novel leads us into the past of the angelic orders in the post-apocalyptic world of Engel. The Dramseed launches a devastating attack on the Raguelites Heaven. The mysterious Wanderer appears to warn the Raguelites of the imminent catastrophe. Lle, Sister of Angels, a little girl who grew up under the Raguelites wing, heeds the warning and faces the Dreamseeds onslaught with the help of the Pandoramicum. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 17002 $4.95 EVERQUEST GAMEMASTER'S GUIDE The third of three core rulebooks for the EverQuest Roleplaying Game, this Game Master's Guide details the world of Norrath and provides you with all the tools for starting a campaign. The hundreds of awesome magic items alone make this an essential book for any fantasy roleplayer. Plus, new systems introduced by the online game, such as the Quest and Faction systems, are completely detailed. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 16502 $29.95 O/A EVERQUEST RPG: PLAYER'S HANDBOOK The worlds #1 RPG setting meets the worlds #1 fantasy roleplaying system! The EverQuest RPG puts the entire world of Norrath in your hands for the first time, and the Player's Handbook contains everything you need to create characters and begin experiencing EverQuest in a whole new way. All the character classes and races, plushundreds of spells, skills, feats, equipment and more are packed into this essential volume. WWP 16500 $29.95 MAGE: THE ASCENSION—MANIFESTO What is the Rogue Council? That's the question asked by nearly every Tradition mage in councils, chantries, and nightclubs across the world. Yet the Rogue Councils messages keep coming through, delivered by magic to most chantry houses no matter how hard Tradition leaders try to stop them. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 04255 $16.95 MIND'S EYE THEATRE: LAWS OF THE RECKONING Laws of the Reckoning contains all the material you need for creating, playing, and Storytelling those mortals who have been imbued. From creating preludes, to the hunter creeds, to Abilities and Attributes, to hunters edges, this book has it all. All that remains is the choice: to take up the good fight or to stand on the sidelines. There is no turning back. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 05037 $19.95 RAVENLOFT GAZETTEER II The latest in a series of setting sourcebooks, Ravenloft Gazetteer II examines the northernmost regions of the central continent. Herein lies the feudal domain of the wizard-king Azalin Rex, the damned city of Necropolis, and the tyrannical military realm of Falkovnia. Adventure awaits those bold enough to risk their lives and souls in these hostile lands. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 15021 $24.95 SCARRED LANDS: HORNSAW - FOREST OF BLOOD Hornsaw: Forest of Blood offers an in-depth look at the hoary wilderness that was once the Broadreach Forest in central Ghelspad in the Scarred Lands d20 campaign setting. It details the various factions that dwell within it as well as those forces seeking to reclaim the forest from the taint of the Mother of Serpents. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT:4) WWP 08323 $17.95 SCARRED LANDS: SERPENT AND THE SCEPTER Armed with lore gained from ancient ruins, the heroes seek the true ritual that will destroy the unwholesome relic, the Serpent Amphora. Doing so may prove more difficult than they anticipate, however, for the dead keep many secrets, and are loath to give them up. The Serpent and the Scepter is a d20 adventure for characters of 5th or 6th level. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08333 $10.95 SWORD & SORCERY: BOOK OF TAVERNS From the Trireme, a quiet hillside establishment serving world-renowned wines and haunted by a pair of lovelorn ghosts, to The Four Winds, an interplanar watering hole, the inns of The Book of Taverns can be used on the fly as impromptu resting spots or as the foundation for entire adventures. The Book of Taverns contains 10 fully fleshed-out taverns, fully-mapped and detailed with numerous adventure hooks, plus 40 new NPCs and a host of new magic items! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08374 $19.95 SWORD & SORCERY: SKREYN'S REGISTER—BONDS OF MAGIC This d20 character book is packed with 50 pre-generated sorcerers, wizards, clerics, druids, rangers, and paladins. Each one comes complete with full statistics, illustration, description, and background, plus a unique spell, magic item, or feat. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 16130 $12.95 TRIBE NOVEL #7 The Garou face a harbinger of the Apocalypse in a great Wyrmbeast in Bosnia. Their backs against the wall, they must fight or die. In Tribe Novel: Black Spiral Dancer, the mad Lord Arkady comes face to face with the Wyrm itself. In Tribe Novel: Wendigo, John North Winds Son and his Silver River Pack find their destiny revealed at last. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 11156 $6.50 TRIBEBOOK: SHADOW LORDS (REVISED) The revised Tribebook series now comes to the dark horse of the Garou Nation with Tribebook: Shadow Lords. Explore the hidden paths of power within Grandfather Thunders tribe, and learn the secrets that drove them down their dark road. Just be careful; there's nothing your fellow Lords dislike more than someone who cant keep a secret. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 03858 $15.95 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: STATE OF GRACE Faith in the Final Nights sometimes tends to polarize people, and the Kindred are no exception. Despite the cynical lack of faith that all too often characterizes the modern nights, a rare few find strength in reverence of a higher power. For these Kindred, spirituality is often a harrowing road as they are forced to reconcile their undead natures with the tenets of a God they may well feel has abandoned them. The next in the Year of the Damned series, this book looks closely at those Kindred, determining how they exist in the face of their obvious damnation. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WWP 02427 $17.95 WIZARDS OF THE COAST DRAGONLANCE: DRAGON ISLES MMPB The Dragonlance "Crossroads" series continues! Author Stephen D. Sullivan (L5R: The Lion, The Phoenix) is your guide as Dragon Isles ventures into an area of the Dragonlance world that has never before been explored in any novel or short story. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) TSR 88626 $6.99 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: DRAGONS I BOX SET Four fierce hand-crafted, lead-free creature miniatures lurk within this Dungeons & Dragons Dragons I boxed set: a very young Red Dragon, (2) Abyssal Skulkers, and a Tiefling Fighter. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WOC 96288 $24.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: DRAGONS II BOX SET These five hand-crafted, lead-free draconic creature miniatures are anxiously waiting to be unleashed into your fantasy campaign. The Dungeons & Dragons Dragons II boxed set contains a very young Brass Dragon, a spitting Felldrake, (2) Crested Felldrakes, and a Half-Dragon Mage (A). Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WOC 96289 $24.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HEROES III BOX SET The Dungeons & Dragons Heroes III boxed set contains six hand-cast, lead-free pewter miniatures for use with any campaign: a Human Sorcerer, Half-Orc Fighter, Gray Elf Snakestrike Duelist, Human Glaiver, Wood Elf Scout, and Dwarf Zealot (B). Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WOC 96291 $19.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: MONSTERS III BOX SET Featured in this Dungeons & Dragons Monsters III boxed set you'll find three hand-cast, lead-free mighty creature miniatures ready to do battle: Hill Giant, Orc Berserker, and Goblin Scout. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WOC 96290 $19.95 FORGOTTEN REALMS: INSURRECTION HC Menzoberranzan. City of grandeur and cruelty, home of deadly swordsmen and diabolical necromancers, the brightest jewel of the vast subterranean world called the Underdark, and proudest achievement of the sinister race known as the drow, Menzoberranzan is a place with a mystery at its heart, a secret flaw that threatens to destroy it! Author Thomas M. Reid continues the dread legacy in the second volume in the epic War of the Spider Queen series. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) TSR 88613 $24.95 LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS: WIND OF WAR MMPB Author Jess Lebow (Colors of Magic) delves deeper into the Legend of the Five Rings world with this latest title in the Four Winds saga. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) TSR 88621 $6.99 MAGIC THE GATHERING: ASSASSIN'S BLADE MMPB Assassin's Blade, written by Scott McGough (Chainer's Torment), launches the Magic Legends Cycle Two, an all-new trilogy series based on key characters and events from the Magic: The Gathering universe. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (Caut:4) TSR 88627 $6.99 WIZKIDS LLC DC HEROCLIX: SINESTRO Sinestro, one of the most terrible villains ever faced by Green Lantern and the heroes of the DC Universe, is coming to HeroClix! Standing 6 3/4" tall, in the form of a golden translucent figure from Greek mythology with his thunderbolt spear held nearly 8" off the ground, the Sinestro construct is the biggest HeroClix figure yet! Floating within the constructs' chest sits Sinestro himself, the master of the yellow power ring. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) WIZ 4400 $19.95 MAGE KNIGHT CONQUEST: DOOM BLADE ORC CYCLOPS Drawn to the terrible conflicts in the Land like a dragon to a fine jewel, the first Doom Blade Orc Cyclops strode out of the mysterious mountains to the north, driving the Orcs of the Fist before him. Pre-painted and measuring 5" tall when fully- assembled on its 3" combat-dial base, the Mage Knight Conquest: Doom Blade Orc Cyclops is the perfect centerpiece for a large Orc Raider army, or for any warlord looking to add serious power to their offense. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 3&4) WIZ 0415 $15.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT: CONQUEST BOOK PACK This 48-page campaign book introduces complete rules for devising large-scale Mage Knight battles and skirmishes with armies running from hundreds of points per side to truly epic games of thousands of points! Also includes scenarios, tournament structure outline, castle designs, campaign rules, fear rules, information on flying figures, and an illustrated introduction. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0800 $19.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT CONQUEST: HILL GIANT The Hill Giant is the first Mage Knight Titan, large single-base creatures for use in Mage Knight and Mage Knight Conquest games. This incredibly detailed monster is 4" tall standing atop a 3" combat-dial base, and sports surly dwarven gunners mounted on his shoulders for deadly ranged attacks. Contents include complete Titan and Conquest rules and a Point Value sticker. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0414 $15.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT CONQUEST: SIEGE PACK These Mage Knight figures and game aids are designed for the large-scale Mage Knight Conquest game and are especially useful for full-frontal castle assaults. Included in this Siege Pack you'll find Ballista, Mortar, Cannon, and Catapult siege pieces on combat-dial bases, (2) Ladders, (15) 2" x " and (30) 1" formation movement tokens marked "Active" and "Pushed". (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0906 $14.95 WONDERWORLD PRESS DRAGON BALL UNIVERSE RPG BOX SET Based on the most popular Japanese anime of all time, Dragon Ball Universe allows you to assume the role of Goku on his quest for the dragon balls, or to create your own powerful character from the Dragon Ball saga. Utilizing the best martial arts gaming system, Dragon Ball Universe features over 150 totally unique martial arts maneuvers you can use to defeat your opponents. A comprehensive Judges Handbook, Player's Guide, (8) figures, Battle Grid-map, sample module, and dice comes standard in every Dragon Ball Universe box set. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) WON 001 $34.95 ZN GAMES HYPERBOREAN AGE MINIATURES Welcome to the once peaceful world of Tearlon, a fantastic realm where adventure awaits at each turn, and something wicked lurks in every shadow. Here the races have lived in peace for millennia, until now! A box of unknown origin was discovered, and enlightened seers sought to open it to covet the immense power contained within. But what was unearthed should have been left alone! Unearthed Hyperborean Chronicles is a Role-playing game set in the epic fantasy world of Tearlon, where players take on the roles of heroes set against all odds... and the dead! Scheduled to ship in November, 2002. ENLIGHTENED PALADIN ZNG 23-041 3.50 GOBLIN GOVERNOR ZNG 23-042 3.50 DWARVEN GOTH ZNG 23-043 3.00 MASTER MONK ZNG 23-044 2.95 LIVING FOREST ZNG 23-045 9.95 SPIDER SWARM (3) ZNG 23-046 6.95 DVDS & VIDEO SECTION ANIME AKIRA DTS EDITION DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! Neo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of World War III to become a dark and dangerous megalopolis infested with gangs and terrorists. Childhood friends Tetsuo and Kaneda plunge into Neo-Tokyo's darkest secret when their motorcycle gang encounters a military operation to retrieve an escaped experimental subject. Tetsuo, captured by the military, is subjected to experiments that make him a powerful psychic, but, unfortunately for Neo-Tokyo, Tetsuo's powers rage out of control and he lashes out at the world that has oppressed him! Nothing can stop the destructive forces that Tetsuo wields except possibly the last boy to destroy Tokyo - AKIRA! The landmark anime film Akira is now available with the newly re-mixed Japanese 5.1 DTS (Digital Theater System) Mix to compliment the fully restored video! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (PNE 11726V) $24.95 BANNER OF THE STARS VOLUME 1 DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Banner of the Stars continues the space saga from Crest of the Stars as depicted in the best selling novel by Hiroyuki Morioka. The war between the Abh Empire and the Mankind continues to rage across the galaxy! Caught within the intergalactic struggle is a lone human, Jinto, and the Abh Princess, Lafiel. Together, will their efforts be enough to bring about peace? Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD (PNE TBA007) $29.98 BURN UP EXCESS VOLUME 3: UNDER THE GUN DVD From A.D. Vision! When a group of killer drag queens get out of jail, they've got their eye shadow fixed on Nanvel's new "makeover" device that renders the wearer beautiful or, on high setting, invisible! Then, in an exciting cliffhanger, Rio and Team Warrior must escort a top-secret tank across the globe. But when the transport plane is attacked, Rio finds herself alone in a hostile desert, with the supertank as her only ally, and her only hope of survival! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (ADV DVDBX003) $29.98 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 13: STAR CARDS DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Without the power to use the Clow Cards, Sakura must discover a new method of using her magic and new staff. But will she be able to do this while being attacked by Eli's traps: a possessed piano, a giant Teddy Bear, and her own friend, Li Shaoran?! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD/Subtitled (PNE N-11755V) $29.98 CHANCE! POP SESSION VOLUME 1: SESSION 1 DVD From A.D. Vision! Brought together from distinctly different worlds, a choir girl, a street musician, and a pampered aristocrat meet by chance at the concert of their idol, the glamorous and sophisticated prodigy of an illustrious music school. The concert strikes a chord in each of their hearts and unites them with a common dream of stardom. As their voices come together in harmony, the girls realize that they share more than just a passion for song. A mysterious blue stone, a hauntingly beautiful melody... what do these traces of the past have to do with the uncertain future of this gifted trio? Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (ADV DVDTR001) $29.98 DANGAIZER 3 VOLUME 1 DVD From Right Stuf International! Avid gamer Hina Mitsurugi loves the fast-paced action of battle. Whether it's blasting away the competition on her favorite arcade game or watching the latest kickboxing match, she's always ready for a good fight. When an innocent outing with friends turns into an all out battle for survival, Hina must put her virtual battle skills to the test in the real world! Hunted by assassins and thrown into a battle between ancient gigantic robots, Hina is in for the shock of her life - it seems she's one of the pilots of Dangaizer, the most powerful robot of all time! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. DVD (RST RDVD8003) $24.95 DRAGONBALL Z CELL GAMES: ULTIMATUM DVD From Funimation Productions, Inc.! In the wake of his defeat, Trunks learns of Cell's goal to propose a World's Martial Arts Tournament to gather forth the greatest fighters together in one place. Is Cell interested in competition, or does he have a more sinister plan? And, are there any challengers left with the strength and courage to step into the ring with the scheming serpent? As the citizens of Earth flee to escape Cell's looming vengeance, Goku steps up for the challenge! Approximate running time: 62 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. DVD (FUN FN-03033) $24.95 DRAGONBALL Z KID BUU: REGRESSION UNCUT From Funimation Productions, Inc.! Approximate running time: 62 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. DVD/Uncut (FUN FP-03068) $24.95 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-03633) $19.95 DRAGONBALL Z KID BUU: SAIYAN PRIDE UNCUT From Funimation Productions, Inc.! Approximate running time: 62 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. DVD/Uncut (FUN FP-03069) $24.95 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-03653) $19.95 FANCY LALA VOLUME 4: DOUBLE DUTY DVD From Bandai Entertainment! While meeting a happy five-year-old boy, whose parents are divorced, Lala gains new perspective and the reassurance that her parents will continue loving her no matter what happens! Then, upon visiting her grandparents for the first time, will she fall prey to the mysterious water imp and the labyrinth of thick woods? Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD (PNE BN-1333V) $24.98 FRUITS BASKET VOLUME 1: GREAT TRANSFORMATION UNCUT DVD From Funimation Productions, Inc.! After the death of her mother, 16-year-old Toru Honda moves in with her paternal grandfather, working as a housekeeper in order to help him supplement his modest savings and to pay her own way through high school. Not wanting to burden, she buys a tent and begins living in a forest, which happens to belong to the Soma family. She is quickly invited to live in the Soma residence with the other household members, Yuki, the most popular boy at Toru's high school, and his cousins, Shigure and Kyo. But the Soma family has a long kept secret - each member is possessed by an animal and they turn into their true selves when they are embraced by the opposite sex! Toru promises not to tell a soul, but the "cat" may already be out of the bag. Approximate running time: 123 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (FUN FP-03095) $39.95 GTO VOLUME 6: HOLY FOREST DVD From Tokyopop! Vice Principal Uchiyamada had a quiet home life, until GTO showed up to tutor his daughter. Will he find a way to reconcile his rivalry with GTO, or will things get out of control? As if that wasn't enough, the new school nurse just happens to be "The Queen of Hakosuka," a legendary biker whose popularity is matched only by her illegal side business! Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (TKP DV-1632) $29.99 HAMTARO VOLUME 3: A SURPRISE PARTY From Viz Video! Sandy discovers she has a lost twin brother, and all the Ham-Hams take part in the big search! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD/Dubbed (VIZ DHA03) $14.98 Video/Dubbed (VIZ VHA03) $12.98 HAMTARO VOLUME 4: A HAM-HAM CHRISTMAS From Viz Video! The Ham-Hams are looking forward to Christmas trees and lost of presents. But, poor Boss and Snoozer are wild hamsters, and don't have anyone to receive presents from. Perhaps, Santa will pay these two a special visit! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD/Dubbed (VIZ DHA04) $14.98 Video/Dubbed (VIZ VHA04) $12.98 HELSING VOLUME 3 DVD BLISTER PACK WITH ALUCARD FIGURE From Pioneer Entertainment! The Hellsing Organization's war against the undead intensifies! The organization suffers major losses in battle and Arucard must face Paladin Alexander from Iscariot again! Then, the stakes are raised as he prepares to face one of the original undead - and Integra fights for her life against her own sister! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (PNE 11932V) $44.98 HYPER POLICE VOLUME 2 DVD From Image Entertainment, Inc.! The balance of law and order is torn apart for crafty futuristic Police Company cops, Natsuki Sasawara and Nine-Tail Fox Sakura, by a botched assassination, the arrival of a young female apprentice, and financial peril for their employer! Contains episodes 5-8. Approximate running time: 96 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA 1592DVD) $19.99 INU-YASHA VOLUME 2: GIRL'S BEST FRIEND DVD From Viz Video! The precious, priceless "Jewel of Four Souls" has been taken by Yura of the Demon-Hair, and Kagome and Inu-yasha must fight to regain it! Later, a confrontation with the cruel Sesshomaru, Inu-yasha's older brother, reveals to Kagome another, more human side of her half-demon, not-always-quite-so-faithful companion. Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (VIZ DIY02) $24.98 IRON VIRGIN JUN DVD From Anime Works! In the Asuka Family, nothing is more important then family tradition, but for their lovely young daughter Jun, it means she must get married on her 18th birthday! What's a girl to do? She runs away with Kurate, a trusted servant! Convinced that Jun's aversion to marriage comes from her unfamiliarity with sex, Mrs. Asuka hires an unruly gang to hunt down Jun. Their orders are to catch her, bring her back home, and show her that sex isn't all that bad! This DVD is for viewers ages 17+. Approximate running time: 45 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. DVD (MDB AWD-0241) $17.95 JOJO'S BIZZARE ADVENTURE VOLUME 1 DVD From Super Techno Arts, Inc.! More than 100 years have past since the battle between Jonathan Joestar and the vampire, Dio Brando. Dio's escape from the ocean depths awakens the psychic power known as "Stand" within Jonathan's descendants, Joseph Joestar and Jotaro Kujo (JoJo). They join forces with other Stand Users to face the ultimate evil to save JoJo's mother from the deadly curse. Through his new powers, Jotaro discovers the destiny bestowed upon his family. They must find Dio and destroy him at all costs! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. DVD (DIA DVD00031) $29.99 DVD With Artbox (DIA DVD00032) $44.99 KAMA SUTRA DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (MDB KVD-0228) $19.95 KIRBY VOLUME 1: KIRBY COMES TO CAPPYTOWN EDITED From Funimation Productions, Inc.! From Nintendo and 4 Kids Entertainment comes the popular pink video game hero! Kirby, a Warpstar knight in training, crash lands on Planet Popstar and accidentally ends up as the pink protector of the villagers. When King Dedede conjures up all his maniacal monsters, Kirby inhales their powers and gives them back a taste of their own medicine! Loaded with action, it's a cosmic comic adventure you won't want to miss! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (FUN FN-7003) $19.95 Video/Dubbed (FUN FP-7002) $14.95 KUROGANE COMMUNICATIONS: MEMORIES OF EARTH DVD COLLECTOR'S SET From Anime Works! In the near future, Earth has been truly devastated by an immense war. Haruka, a girl living in the ruins of Japan with five robot companions, may truly be the last person on Earth. Amid the desolation and constant attacks from Combat Machines whose war will never end, Haruka fights to find a way of life, and track down other human survivors. Scheduled to ship in December, 2002. DVD (MDB AWD-0245) $39.95 LEVEL C DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (MDB KVD-0227) $24.95 MEDABOTS VOLUME 6: THE FACE OF DR. META-EVIL From A.D. Vision! It's an all out robattle to the finish as the Rubberobo's throw every medabot they have at Metabee. Dr. Aki, the Screws, and even Space Medafighter X join Ikki and his friends as they attempt to thwart the evil plans of the Rubberobo Gang and the surprising Dr. Meta-Evil. Don't miss the exciting climax of Medabots! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD/Dubbed (ADV DVDME006) $19.98 Video/Dubbed (ADV ME-006D) $14.98 MELTY LANCER VOLUME 1: ALPHA DVD From Bandai Entertainment! New from GONZO (Gate Keepers, Hellsing)! The Galaxy Police Organization has battled intergalactic terrorism for years! Finally achieving peace in the universe, the world was deemed safe, until a new alien criminal menace appeared! Answering the call of duty a group of six specially trained officers have been organized. Codenamed: Melty Lancers! The face of justice just got cuter! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD (PNE TBA006) $29.98 PATLABOR MOBILE POLICE TV SERIES VOLUME 3 DVD From U.S. Manga Corp! Join the Patlabor police as they drown their sorrows in high-spirited camaraderie and gun-slinging action! Together, they prove there's no problem that can't be fixed with a giant robot and a few good friends! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (CPM USM-2174) $29.99 PING PONG CLUB COLLECTION DVD From Software Sculptures! Dirty jokes, girl trouble, and other dumb things - these are the trials and tribulations of the boys' Ping Pong Club! A sick, twisted company of losers, they fight for the rights of slackers and weirdos everywhere! Follow the misadventures of these misfits as they lose their minds, their hearts, and their sanity in the wacky game of life. Think you can handle the over 10 hours of Ping Pong Club animated mayhem in this special DVD collection?! Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (CPM SVS-6199) $119.99 PING PONG CLUB: GOES TOO FAR DVD From Software Sculptures! A new teacher has arrived who's so cheerful, so perky, and so completely annoying, that Maeno and the team just have to take action. The twisted freaks of the Ping Pong Club unite to form the Losers Community, a class of losers, for losers, and by losers. Together, they fight for slackers and weirdos everywhere! Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (CPM SVS-6197) $29.99 PROJECT ARMS VOLUME 2: NICE NEW RATTLE DVD From Viz Video! The Egrigori will stop at nothing to get their hands on ARMS, and now they're pulling out the big guns. Meet the Chapel Twins - young, intelligent, deadly. With the help of their ultra-powerful cyborgs, Plus and Minus, the Twins convert the high school into their private gameboard. Now, Ryo, Hayato, and Takeshi must find and rescue Takeshi's sister from the cyborgs, before the cyborgs find and destroy them! Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (VIZ DPA02) $24.98 RANMA FOREVER VOLUME 4: ROCK-A-BYE RANMA DVD From Viz Video! In the life of every father, there must eventually come a time when the son challenges his authority, tests his own strength, declares himself a man. But is Cup Ramen worth losing your dad for!? Meanwhile, a vat of forbidden, blue wine is having a strange effect on Picolet Chardin. Fearing for her charge, Mme. St. Paul asks for help, though she may wish she hadn't! And finally, held every year on July 7th, Japan's "tanabata" festival celebrates the celestial reunion of the Weaver Princess and her beau, the Cowherd. When the two descend from the sky, their story seems suddenly so much less romantic. Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (VIZ DRRF04) $24.98 RONIN WARRIORS VOLUME 10: THE FATE OF EVIL DVD From Bandai Entertainment! With everyone taken prisoner, Anubis is left to fight alone. His effort is valiant, but he is overpowered and taken prisoner. However, just as Talpa is about to complete a ceremony that would merge the netherworld with the mortal world, Anubis uses the last of his power to free Kayura from her possession. Yuli, meanwhile, manages to free the Warriors and the stage is set for the final showdown! Approximate running time: 200 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD (PNE BN-1959V) $24.95 TROUBLE CHOCOLATE VOLUME 2: SUGAR TOOTH DVD From Viz Video! Fascinated by Deborah and Cap'n Murakata's strange need to always touch each other, Hinano uses the fire in their hearts to destroy the latest enemy. Meanwhile, Truffle tries to woo Hinano with the largest cat he can find, but only succeeds in causing a CATastrophe! Then, time for school's Olympics and first prize is an all-you-can-eat month-long coupon! And finally, Mozzarella unleashes his strongest soldier to destroy all sorcerers in MicroGrand Academy. Somehow Cocoa becomes his one and only target! Approximate running time: 104 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (VIZ DTC02) $24.98 TSUKIKAGE RAN - CARRIED BY THE WIND VOLUME 3: BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE NIPPON DVD From Bandai Entertainment! When a mysterious cult catches Meow's fancy, its up to Ran to discover the group's secret. Plus, the group just got a lot bigger when a foreigner from across the seas decides to follow Ran around Japan! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003. DVD (PNE BN-1932V) $29.98 TWIN ANGELS DVD COLLECTION SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (CPM A18-2189) $59.99 TWIN ANGELS VOLUME 3 & 4 DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (CPM A18-2188) $29.99 YU YU HAKUSHO SPIRIT DETECTIVE VOLUMES 7 & 8 UNCUT From Funimation Productions, Inc.! Yukina is a beautiful Ice Apparition whose tears transform into priceless jewels. Now, a filthy human crime lord named Tarukane has kidnapped Yukina, planning to extract her tears through torture and make a fortune! Struggling their way to the front gates of Tarukane's stronghold, Yusuke, Kuwabara, and Botan now face a much greater challenge: three notorious demon fighters known throughout Spirit World as the Triad, and the immensely powerful, and bizarre, Toguro Brothers! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. Volume 7 DVD (FUN FP-06203) $24.95 Volume 7 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-06183) $19.95 Volume 8 DVD (FUN FP-06233) $24.95 Volume 8 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-06213) $19.95 YU-GI-OH VOLUMES 3 & 4 From Funimation Productions, Inc.! Meet Yugi, and his best buds, Joey, Tristan, and Ta. They share a love for the newest game that's sweeping the nation: Duel Monsters! This card-battling game pits players against one another using different mystical creatures. But there's more to this card game than meets the eye! Solving an ancient Egyptian puzzle granted to him by his grandfather, Yugi uncovers the "Game King." Now this duo has become the ultimate dueling force in Duel Monsters! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. Volume 3 DVD (FUN FN-05472) $19.95 Volume 3 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-05473) $14.95 Volume 4 DVD (FUN FN-05482) $19.95 Volume 4 Video/Dubbed (FUN FN-05483) $14.95 ANIMATION THE CONTRACT DVD From Warner Home Video! Produced simultaneously with its live-action feature film equivalent, Screen Gems' feature film Love and a Bullet, The Contract follows the story of Bishop, a professional assassin who works his way up the ranks from an enforcer to a low-level drug dealer to the point man for international crime lord, Damien Wiles. Bishop's world is thrown for a loop when he is assigned to watch and eventually kill Damien's beautiful innocent girlfriend, Cynda. For over a month he watches over her, wrestling with his stirring emotions, and haunted by a supernatural presence, The Milkman, that may be real or a figment of his tortured imagination. This ain't no kid's cartoon! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD (DIA A56135) $19.95 MR. MAGOO'S CHRISTMAS CAROL DVD A family favorite for forty years, this animated special marks a merry marriage between one of the screen's greatest cartoon characters, Mr. Magoo, and the heart-warming holiday tale, A Christmas Carol. Jim Backus (Gilligan's Island) lends his unmistakable voice to the lovably nearsighted Magoo. The official 60-minute DVD contains the original television classic with special DVD features including Instant Chapter Access, Interactive Menus, A History of Mr. Magoo in Film and Television, and the classic animated short, "Mr. Magoo Meets Gerald McBoing Boing." Scheduled to ship in December, 2002. DVD (DIA LVD54333) $14.98 SOUTH PARK SEASON 1 DVD SET From Warner Home Video! Mr. Hankey! Mecha Streisand! Cartman's mom! It all started here, in Comedy Central's groundbreaking first season of South Park! Included in this 3-disc set are all 13 original uncut episodes, plus audio commentary by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, original on-air promos, Jay Leno's South Park appearance originally airing on The Tonight Show, plus two classic Christmas music videos: Cartman's "O Holy Night," and Ned's "O Little Town of Bethlehem." Approximate running time: 325 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (DIA DVD27633) $39.98 ASIAN CINEMA CODE OF HONOR DVD From Tai Seng Marketing! Chow Yun Fat (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) heads an excellent ensemble cast in this raw, unflinching gangster action thriller! When an aging godfather is framed for several brutal murders, only one man will seek ruthless revenge and fight for his code of honor! Approximate running time: 88 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (DIA DVD10934) $14.95 KUNG FU MASTER DVD From Tai Seng Marketing! Donnie Yen (Iron Monkey, Blade II) stars and choreographs the fighting sequences in this spectacular epic saga based on the character that inspired the Jet Li film Legend of the Red Dragon! Righteous and nationalist martial artist Hung Hei-kwun (Yen) has always idolized his hero, the mysterious "Red Dragon." Much to his surprise, the Red Dragon turns out to be his father Hung Ting-nam, who has been plotting to murder the current Ching Emperor. But, when Ting-nam's plan fails, and he is killed in the process, Hei-kwun travels to Shaolin Temple to advance his kung fu and avenge his father's death! Approximate running time: 200 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA DVD15954) $24.95 REBORN FROM HELL COMPLETE LEGEND DVD From Tokyo Shock! Introducing the live-action Reborn From Hell: Samurai Armageddon and Reborn From Hell: Jubei's Revenge together in one DVD set! In the Edo period of old Japan, powerful feudal lords battle for supremacy. Now, evil has a new advocate, the sorcerer Yui Shosetsu. He seeks control of the entire world, and plans to enlist the help of seven resurrected samurai warriors by sacrificing seven virgins. One valiant warrior, Jubei Yagyu, blocks their path to conquest. But, Yui has the perfect undead warrior to stop the legendary hero, the former leader of the Yagyu and Jubei's own father! Approximate running time: 180 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (MDB TSD-0218) $29.95 STREET FURY CHROME DVD From Tokyopop! Hosted by Asia DeMarcos, Street Fury Chrome is your ticket to the races! This episode gives you a first person experience of a real-life street race, looks at all the latest upgrades available to your ride, and lets you meet the people who live the lifestyle of the Fast & The Furious! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. MATURE AUDIENCE DVD (DIA TPDV1402) $19.99 FROM THE BOX OFFICE THE DANGEROUS LIVES OF ALTER BOYS SPECIAL EDITION DVD From Columbia Tri-Star Home Video! Based on Chris Fuhrman's 1994 posthumously published novel, The Dangerous Lives of Alter Boys stars Emile Hirsch and Kieran Culkin as two bright but rebellious boys, Francis Doyle and Tim Sullivan, fighting boredom, hormones, and harsh teachers as they struggle to find something meaningful beyond the walls of their parish school in mid-1970s Savannah. Francis, an exceptional artist whose imaginative forays into a fictional universe of good and evil fills his notebooks with comic-book imagery, creates a netherworld of superhero alter egos for the two boys. When the ultra-strict Sister Assumpta (Jodi Foster) seizes their artwork one day, the boys embark upon an obsessed trail of revenge that ultimately changes their lives. Features over-the-top animated sequences from acclaimed Spawn creator Todd McFarlane. Approximate running time: 105 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA DVD10383) $27.96 POWERPUFF GIRLS THE MOVIE DVD From Warner Home Video! This full-length adventure features an animated epic so big, so funny, and so spectacular that only the Powerpuff Girls can handle it! Created by a perfectly powerful experiment, Bubbles, Buttercup, and Blossom are unintentionally blessed with superpowers, and can't help but fight evil rebels with their incredible strength, infrared vision, and kung fu moves in order to save Townsville before bedtime. Approximate running time: 87 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD (DIA DVD23016) $26.98 REIGN OF FIRE DVD From Buena Vista Home Entertainment! Matthew McConaughey and Christain Bale star in director Robert Bowman's post- apocalyptic thriller set in a not-so-distant future England, where an American militia leader (McConaughey) and a British "Fire Chief" (Bale) must team up to fight off a brood of fire-breathing dragons that have emerged, seeking to return to dominance over man after a centuries-long rest. Approximate running time: 102 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA DVD00033) $29.99 HORROR BLOOD OF THE ZOMBIE: THE DEAD ONE DVD From Shriek Show! A vengeful voodoo priestess revives and controls a hideous, rotting zombie to do her foul bidding and commit unspeakable acts of murder! Not seen in its original release since 1961, Blood of the Zombie is a historically important missing link in the cadaverous canon of modern zombie cinema. Unearthed from a long-forgotten film vault, Blood of the Zombie has been restored from its original camera negative, and, for the first time, presented in its original scope aspect ratio! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (MDB SSD-0231) $24.95 OTHER HELL DVD From Shriek Show! When a brutal series of murders plague a convent, a priest is brought in to investigate the tragedies. As the remaining nuns become increasingly disturbed, he must wonder if this is the work of a psychopath, or that of the devil. Bruno Mattei (Hell of the Living Dead, Shocking Dark) and Claudio Fragasso (Zombi 3) unite once again to ensure this tale of "nunsploitation" and possession rises above the rest. Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (MDB SSD-0230) $24.95 HUMOR BAT THUMB DVD From Image Entertainment! Super-hero Wuce Bane (a.k.a. Bat Thumb) and his trusty sidekick, Blue Jay, are called upon to save Gaaathumb City from the evil, despicable, and poorly dressed "No Face." Will the city survive? Will Bat Thumb's true identity be revealed? Will Vicky Nail learn to control her unruly waves? Find out the answers to all these questions in this latest comic adventure from master storyteller Steve Oedekerk (Ace Ventura, Jimmy Neutron). Approximate running time: 28 minutes. Scheduled to ship in October 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA DVD00017) $9.99 THE GODTHUMB DVD From Image Entertainment! Family loyalty! Political intrigue! Mafia HitThumbs! Steve Oedekerk's "thumbmation" genius grabs hold of The Godfather legacy and shakes the mafia world for a loop with this hilarious parody. Approximate running time: 28 minutes. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. DVD (DIA DVD00034) $9.99 ALL THUMBS COLLECTION DVD SET From Image Entertainment! Thumb's up for this DVD set collecting six of Steve Oedekerk's outrageously funny spoofs - Bat Thumb, Frankenthumb, Godthumb, The Blair Thumb, Thumbtanic, and the classic Thumb Wars! Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) DVD (DIA DVD00035) $49.95 RETRO I LIKE THE GIRLS WHO DO SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (DIA SMT-041) $19.98 Video (DIA SMT-042) $14.98 INN OF 1000 SINS DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. ADULT MATERIAL DVD (DIA SMT-043) $19.98 Video (ADV SMT-044) $14.98 SCI-FI BABYLON 5 SEASON 1 DVD SET From Warner Home Video! In the year 2258, ten years after the Earth-Minbari War, Commander Sinclair (Michael O'Hare) takes command of a monolithic, five-mile-long cylindrical space station, orbiting a planet in neutral space. At the crossroads of interstellar commerce and diplomacy, Sinclair seeks to establish peace and prosperity between various interstellar empires, all the while fighting forces from within the Earth Alliance. Introducing all 22 original episodes of the first season of the award- winning Sci-Fi series, Babylon 5, digitally remastered on 6 DVDs! Features include an introduction and audio commentary by series creator J. Michael Straczynski, an interactive guide to the station and universe, plus several making-of behind-the-scenes documentaries. Scheduled to ship in November 2002. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD Set (DIA DVD22855) $99.98 FARSCAPE SEASON 2 VOLUME 4 From A.D. Vision! Escape through uncharted territories in this series collecting four complete episodes of Sci-Fi Channel's far-flung, far-out Farscape! Featured episodes include: "Beware of Dog," "Won't Get Fooled Again," "The Locket" and "The Ugly Truth." Approximate running time: 260 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. DVD (ADV DVDFS204) $39.98 Video (ADV FS-204) $19.98 STAR TREK THE NEXT GENERATION SEASON 7 DVD SET From Paramount Home Video! The entire seventh season of Star Trek: The Next Generation is collected on DVD! That's over 20-hours of Star Trek excitement! Additionally, exclusive never-before-seen featurettes exploring various aspects of Season Seven, from extensive production staff and cast interviews, to details on props, sets, and a historical analysis of the series are included: "Mission Overview: Year Seven," "Selected Crew Analysis: Year Seven," "Departmental Briefing: Year Seven Production," and "Memorable Missions: Year Seven." Scheduled to ship in January, 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. DVD Gift Set (DIA DVD61244) $139.99 PREVIEWS VIDEO SHELF BACKLIST STAR16271 ADVS. 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