PREVIEWS VOL. XIII #2 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS COLLECTING SUPPLIES CATALOG 2003 What good is all the stuff you order from Previews if it ages ungracefully or succumbs to the elements? Protect your investment with the latest in collector supplies, including bags, boxes, card holders, and more! Catalog, PC $0.75 PREVIEWS #4 (APRIL 2003) 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 May 2003 through July 2003! Catalog, 8x11, 480+pg, PC $3.95 PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #4 Primo is the monthly publication featuring some of the best and most desirable items from Previews! This issue highlights items in the April 2003 catalog! Digest, 5x8, FC PI PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #4 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late March 2003 for items on sale in June 2003. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC PI PREVIEWS ADULT #4 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 (Note Price) $0.95 COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS BLACKBURNE COVENANT #1 (OF 4) FABIAN NICIEZA and STEFANO RAFFAELE On sale April 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 A new world of modern horror opens its pages in this sweeping saga of transformation and terror. Fabian Nicieza, one of the best-selling writers of superhero comics, teams with Italian horror artist Stefano Raffaele, for a story he's been waiting to unleash since the 1980's. Someone is following popular fantasy novelist Richard Kaine. Not a demented fan, not a jilted lover. Someone interested in finding out how Richard came up with his runaway bestseller first novel. Because unbeknownst to Richard, his book was really non- fiction. How could Richard have written about an event no one should have known about, because it was meticulously eradicated from human history? Who are the Blackburne Covenant? And how could the secrets they've been concealing for hundreds of years completely change life on Earth? They're willing to kill Richard Kaine in order to keep him quiet… SHREK #1 (OF 4) MARK EVANIER, RAMON BACHS and RAUL FERNANDEZ On sale April 30, FC, 32pg, (1 of 4), $2.99 The big green ogre is back—this time in COMICS! Join Shrek, Donkey, and the gang as they embark on their latest adventure. The tale begins as Shrek, Princess Fiona, and their constant companion, Donkey, set off for a honeymoon at Fairytale Tales. But the ghost of Lord Farguaad, intent on taking his fearsome revenge, interrupts the honeymooners' bliss. Written by master sribe Mark Evanier (Groo) and illustrated by Ramon Bachs and Raul Fernandez (Star Wars). Shrek is sure to please readers of all ages SPYBOY #13.1: THE M.A.N.G.A. AFFAIR PART 1 (OF 3) PETER DAVID, POP MHAN, and NORMAN LEE; cover by POP MHAN On sale April 23, b&w, 24pg, (1 of 3), $2.99 When Japan's premiere spy is both the nation's leading comedienne and an expert secret agent, it's often tricky to sneak away to spoil the latest evil villain's global plot…but SpyGirl does her best! The beautiful Yukio, A.K.A. SpyGirl, finds an old photograph on the set of her television show that throws her into a complete frenzy. Why was she photographed with Japan's Minister of Defense? More importantly, why doesn't she remember any of it? And what does SpyBoy have to do with it? This manga-inspired tale features a brand new art style from fan-fave Pop Mhan, hallucinating secret agents, close calls, high-speed chases, and hilarious quips from Peter David, the master of quirky plots and hilarious quips. Join us on this three issue excursion into madness, ninjas, action, and laughs! BLOOD WORLD #2 (of 3) EDDIE PARK and DIGITAL CHAMELEON On sale April 9, FC, 32pg, (2 of 3), $2.99 On Blood World contestants battle mutated freaks, giant monsters, and each other to win The Blood Bath, a galaxy-wide, free-for-all killing tournament. Here victory means prestige and power. Defeat equals death. See what contestants will do to survive in a world where there is no room for loyalty, friendship, or compassion. In this world, BLOOD RULES. Dark Horse Comics brings you the second issue of Blood World hyper- violent, sci-fi epic written and illustrated by Eddie Park, Korea's comics phenomenon. FOR MATURE READERS FRAY #7 (OF 8) JOSS WHEDON, KARL MOLINE, and ANDY OWENS On sale April 23, FC, 32pg, $2.99 The wait is over! Joss Whedon, creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, completes his vision of the future, the story of the future slayer. One of the fiercest battles in the history of comics, drawn in grand style by Karl Moline and Andy Owens, begins the climax to Dark Horse's runaway hit. So what do we have left for next issue? It just gets worse for this poor, young Slayer. FRAY RELISTS JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #1 You've never seen a world like this, and neither has she. She's Melaka Fray, a beautiful, young girl that's about to meet her destiny, whether she wants to or not. In the future, the world is a manmade, hopeless hell. When the forces of darkness come calling, Fray will be transformed from street urchin of a disposable society to its only savior. And, heaven help her if she fails. (STAR14949) FC, 32pg (1 of 8) . . . $2.99 JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #2 After finishing a routine breaking and entering job, she's returned to her apartment to find an eight-foot-tall demon. Now she's got another job proposal put in front of her, and her life will never be the same. (STAR14950) FC, 32pg (2 of 8) . . . $2.99 JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #3 Melaka learns some of the history of the Slayers and comes to understand a little about what it means to her. Ready or not, here she comes! She's taking on the forces of darkness like no one else can. (STAR14951) FC, 32pg (3 of 8) . . . $2.99 JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #4 Fray fends off an attack from the creep that killed her brother. Barely escaping with her life, she becomes determined to find the monster and stop him…forever! But she's being hunted as well…by a pack of blood-crazed vampires, and by the police led by her own sister. FC, 32pg (4 of 8) . . . $2.99 JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #5 Melaka's been keeping up the good fight. But, now that she knows the horrible truth about the vampire that's been stalking her, can she keep it up? Meanwhile, she's on the run from the thugs and the police. FC, 32pg (5 of 8) . . . $2.99 JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #6 After a crushing turn of events, Melaka's back on her feet, taking the fight into the pits of the city. But are these street-urchin vamps behind the recent murder that set Fray over the edge? FC, 32pg (6 of 8) . . . $2.99 ************************ KISS #9 SCOTT LOBDELL and MEL RUBI On sale April 30, FC, 32pg, $2.99 KISS continues to rock in part two of Scott Lobdell's story arc, "This Man, This Monster" in which the Four Who Are One explore their dual identities. Is there a man inside the Beast King, and is the Demon headed down the same inhuman path? And is the Celestial completely above the world of men, or can the Starchild bring him back? Who are the Four Who Are One? And who are they meant to be? "This Man, This Monster" part two is in your face this April from Scott (Buffy, Highroads, X-Men) Lobdell and monthly KISS artist Mel Rubi. Don't miss it! The cover to KISS #9 is part two of an amazing mini poster when combined with part one KISS cover #8! JUDGE DREDD/ALIENS: INCUBUS #2 (OF 4) JOHN WAGNER, ANDY DIGGLE, and HENRY FLINT cover by KEV WALKER On sale April 16, FC, 32pg (2 of 4), $2.99 Judge Dredd, the gritty, gruff hero of Britain's award-winning sci-fi anthology 2000 AD, faces off against 20th Century Fox Films' Aliens in a battle that just may bring Mega-City One to its knees! With a special extermination unit called The Verminators now on Dredd's side, it's lawmen versus nature's best killing machines in a bloody battle that leads straight to the packed Eisenhower General Hospital! The unflinching Judge Dredd and his elite group of Judges struggle to fend off an infestation of the deadly, acid- drooling Aliens and to discover their origins. Dredd initially thought that the Aliens were part of an illegal pit-fighting ring, but it's possible that they are linked to Mutant Jack and his anti-Judge activists…and only time will tell if more Aliens are hidden in the city! AL CAPP'S LI'L ABNER: THE FRAZETTA SUNDAYS VOLUME 1 (1954-55) TPB FRANK FRAZETTA On sale May 28, SC, 128pg, FC, $??? Before legendary artist Frank Frazetta became an American institution for his lush paintings, he was drawing muscular hillbillies and scantily clad women for an earlier American institution: the comic strip Li'l Abner, which boasted 60 million readers daily. From 1954 till 1961 Frazetta toiled as a ghost for Al Capp, the most famous and successful cartoonist of his era. Except for a brief 1954 dailies sequence (when Frazetta drew himself as "Frankie the Biker" in a send-up of Marlon Brando's contemporary motorcycle film The Wild Ones) Frazetta's energy was focused on the Li'l Abner Sunday strips. For the first time ever these gorgeous full-color Sundays are being collected! Dark Horse is publishing four comprehensive 9" x 12" volumes. Each quarterly volume will contain an introduction and extensive annotations by Li'l Abner expert Denis Kitchen. Volume 1 features The Bald Iggle (from Capp's Shmoo and Kigmy school of creatures with social messages), Loverboynik (a thinly disguised Liberace) and Milton the Masked Martian (an early superhero parody) as well as Indian princess Minnie Mustache, Moonbeam McSwine, The Tigress, Daisy Mae Yokum and Gloria Van Wellbilt as only Frank Frazetta can draw them!! RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT TPB HADEN BLACKMAN, CARY NORD, and MARK LIPKA; cover by CARY NORD On sale May 21, SC, 80pg, b&w, $9.95 Join us on a journey into the bizarre and unexplained as Dark Horse Comics presents Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Collecting a series of short stories that examines the mysterious disappearance of people down through history in "Into Thin Air," the ability of some individuals to seemingly cheat death in "Grim Reaping," oddities of humanity in "Human Wonders," and strange and otherworldly visitors in "Strange Invaders"! This is one volume of strangeness that you won't want to miss out on! XENOZOIC TALES VOLUME 2 TPB MARK SCHULTZ On sale May 28, SC, 176pg, b&w, $14.95 Dark Horse Comics is proud to present the second volume of Mark Schultz's award- winning Xenozoic Tales. Schultz's vision of our Earth's future includes guano-powered Cadillacs, warring factions of humanity battling for ruined cities, reborn dinosaurs, and their intelligent, humanoid descendants. The tough-as-nails shaman, Jack Tenrec, and the beautiful scientist, Hannah Dundee, seek to uncover the origins and secrets of their violent world while dealing with their own rocky relationship. Xenozoic Tales became a major network cartoon as "Cadillacs and Dinosaurs", and the storytelling talents of Mark Schultz earned him three Harvey Awards as Best Cartoonist. Schultz recently finished writing a critically-acclaimed run on Superman and is writing the upcoming Superman/Batman vs. Aliens/Predator series. Once you let the profound creativity of Xenozoic Tales sink its teeth in you, you'll be screaming for more! Featured in this volume are the grippings tales "Primeval," "Last Link in the Chain," and "The Growing Pool." Also, for the first time ever, Xenozoic Tales #13 and #14 are collected in book form. This volume has a new cover and additional sketchbook material by Schultz. THE DEVIL'S FOOTPRINTS #2 (OF 4) SCOTT ALLIE, PAUL LEE, BRIAN HORTON, and DAVE STEWART On sale April 2, FC, 32pg, (2 of 4), $2 99 Desperate measures for desperate times: Brandon Waite digs up his dead father in hopes of finding some clue to what's killing his family. While this supernatural force threatens those he loves, Brandon finds himself the victim of a good-old witch hunt, in the fine New England tradition. And this night's just getting worse. Before it's out, he'll be covered in blood, all too aware that he can't protect his girlfriend…without resorting to even more desperate acts. Brandon's own deal with the devil is just one issue away. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #56: SLAYER INTERRUPTED PART 1 (OF 4) SCOTT LOBDELL, FABIAN NICIEZA, and CLIFF RICHARDS; cover by PAUL LEE and BRIAN HORTON On sale April 30, FC, 32pg, (1 of 4), Lee/Horton or Photo cover, $2.99 Buffy returned from her runaway road-trip with Pike…only to discover that Dawn has read her diary, and shared what she found with their parents, who see no other choice: after she's burned down the school gym, run off to Vegas, and apparently lost her mind . . . they have her committed. Buffy #56 begins the first of a four-issue arc, "Slayer Interupted" by Scott Lobdell, Fabian Nicieza and Cliff Richards, in which we finally see what happened to Buffy in that mental institution. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER RELISTS 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 ************************* GRENDEL: GOD AND THE DEVIL #3 MATT WAGNER, JAY GELDHOF, and JOHN K. SNYDER III On sale April 9, FC, 32pg, $3.50 Still reeling from the social and political shock waves left behind by the appearance of the new Grendel, corrupt Pope Innocent XLII withdraws from the public eye, pulling his own circle tighter as he tries to figure out how to turn the deadly situation to his advantage. Meanwhile, as Orion Assante tightens his grip on the Church's shady dealings, so too does COP officer Pellon Cross put the squeeze on Assante and his associates. Convinced of a connection between Assante and the maniacal Grendel, Cross digs deeper into Orion's dealings. And unknown to all around him, poor Eppy Thatcher, the man behind the Grendel mask, slides further into despair and madness, his tortured soul forever caught in a tug-of-war between God and the Devil! ALSO AVAILABLE: GRENDEL CYCLE by Matt Wagner FC, 64pg (STAR01825) . . . $5.95 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE, & RED TP created and written by Matt Wagner; illustrated by John Paul Leon, Tim Sale, Duncan Fegredo, Paul Chadwick, David Mack, Jason Pearson, Chris Sprouse, and more! b&w&red, 200pg (STAR11757) . . . $18.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL'S LEGACY TP by Matt Wagner And Arnold & Jacob Pander FC, 328pg . . . $29.95 GRENDEL: DEVIL TALES TP by Matt Wagner SC, 96pg, FC (STAR10067) . . . $9.95 GRENDEL: PAST PRIME GN by Matt Wagner and Greg Rucka SC, 208pg, b&w (STAR11493) . . . $14.95 GRENDEL TALES: DEVILS AND DEATHS TP by Darko Macan, Edvin Biukovic, and Matt Hollingsworth SC,144pg, FC (STAR02375) . . . $16.95 GRENDEL TALES: HOMECOMING TP by Pat McEown and Dave Cooper; cover by Matt Wagner SC, 64pg, FC (STAR11494) . . . $7.95 GRENDEL: WAR CHILD TP by Matt Wagner and Pat Mceown SC, 304pg, FC . . . $24.95 ************************** HELLBOY: WEIRD TALES #2 JASON PEARSON, JOHN CASSADAY, MARK RICKETTS, RANDY STRADLEY, and others; cover by Jason Pearson On sale April 23, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Jason Pearson makes his grand return to Dark Horse with a story about firestarter Liz Sherman. Pearson writes and draws half this issue, plus provides the cover. John Cassaday continues his classic Lobster Johnson serial, while Mark Ricketts (Nowheresville) and Eric Wight (Art Director for Buffy Animated) reduce special agent Kate Corrigan to tears and temper tantrums at the hands of her dead mother. Finally, Randy Stradley and Seung Kim, artist from the Jackie Chan animated show, place Hellboy himself in a demonic hot spring. This eclectic mix of stories about the World's Greatest Paranormal Detective and his friends and foes continues, driven by some of the most interesting mainstream and up- and-coming artists in comics. ASTRO BOY 15 OSAMU TEZUKA; translation by FREDERIK L. SCHODT On sale May 28, SC, 232pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7", $9.95 With the rapidly expanding explosion of manga and anime, the vast creative and spiritual influence of the late, great Osamu Tezuka is being recognized worldwide, the skill, depth, and humanity of his storytelling placing him among the giants of the comics medium. Astro Boy is the action/adventure archetype for the 21st century, an action-packed roller- coaster ride for all ages imbued with humor, warmth, and wry commentary on humanity in the technological age. Translation by Frederik L. Schodt , author of Inside the Robot Kingdom and translator of Barefoot Gen. BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #78: FALL FROST PART 6 (OF 6) HIROAKI SAMURA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS On sale April 9, b&w, 32pg, (6 of 6), $2.99 Yaaaargh! Cliff hanger indeed. And so we return to the cliff and let the hanging begin. Hiroaki Samura has never been one to let a tense moment pass too quickly, and this issue is a testament to the art of hanging by a thread, for a little while longer. But rest assured, there will be a break to this tension, on of our dueling swordsmen will fall victim to a cruel fate, and then we'll even rejoin sad, lost little Rin on her grueling solo adventure in the woods of Kaga. Still seeking vengeance, poor samurai girl Rin is at wit's end, and only a surprise can save her from death by exposure. Another exciting and fantastically rendered samurai comic from the heavy metal sensei, Hiroaki Samura. FOR MATURE READERS GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: MAN-MACHINE INTERFACE #5 MASAMUNE SHIROW On sale April 2, FC, 32pg (no ads), $3.50 Cyber-agent Motoko Aramaki remains hot on the trail of the shadowy terrorists making life hell for Poseidon Industrial. Motoko deploys a cyborg surrogate, Chroma, for on-the- ground operations to pick up needed information, but while waiting for an e-brain private eye to pony up the data, Chroma is jacked into a no-holds-barred virtual combat game— at least she hopes it's virtual! The synapse-frying followup to the manga/anime heavyweight champion, Ghost in the Shell, Masamune Shirow's Man-Machine Interface crushes to powder any previous notions of what is or is not a comic book with its dizzying storyline and cutting-edge, digitally enhanced visuals, unlike anything comics have ever offered. Special deluxe format with no interior advertising! FOR MATURE READERS INTRON DEPOT 3: BALLISTICS MASAMUNE SHIROW On sale May 7, SC, 128pg, FC, $44.95 Dark Horse Comics is proud to present the third volume of Masamune Shirow's best- selling art book series Intron Depot. Ballistics features a treasure trove of spectacular full- color illustrations featuring high-caliber treatments. Often a sci-fi military theme is evoked, with special emphasis on detailed weaponry, but there is also a healthy batch of fantasy themes and outer space action. In addition to his traditional drawing and painting expertise, Shirow is also one of the foremost talents in computer graphics. Not only does he create exceptionally realistic backgrounds and vehicles, but in this volume presents alternate "takes" on the main image, presenting different color combinations, daytime/nightime versions and other variations on the primary theme. MATURE READERS ALSO AVAILABLE INTRON DEPOT I TP by Masamune Shirow FC, 148pg, SC, 9 1/2" x 13" (NOTE PRICE) . . . $44.95 INTRON DEPOT 2: BLADES TP by Masamune Shirow FC, 112pg, SC, 9 1/2" x 13" (NOTE PRICE) . . . $44.95 CYBERWORLD PORTFOLIO Six 13 1/2"x 10 3/8" color prints (STAR14983) . . . $19.99 INTRON DEPOT II: BLADES CD-ROM 2 CD-Rom set, packaged w/mouse pad (STAR10488) . . . $79.95 INTRON DEPOT COASTER SET 4" square, 1/8" thick, full color coasters . . . $12.99 INTRON DEPOT LUNCH BOX FC, 8" x 7" x 3 3/4" (STAR11684) . . . $19.95 MASAMUNE SHIROW 2003 CALENDAR 19 3/4" x 8 1/4", full color calendar . . . $19.99 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 *********************** OH MY GODDESS!: MYSTERY CHILD TPB KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS On sale May 7, SC, 272pg, b&w, 6" x 9", $18.95 It's not every day you get a call from the creator of the universe! But when the Almighty calls to summon Belldandy's goddess sisters, Urd and Skuld, back home to investigate a problem with the universe's time management program, it can only mean one thing: college boy Keiichi's alone with Belldandy at last! But don't get your hopes up, buddy. Who's this little boy who just appeared out of nowhere in the garden? He's certainly not human, but is he a god, a demon, or something in between. And why is he treating Belldandy like his long lost…lover? Oh My Goddess! is a frolicking fantasy like no other, a little bit naughty, a little bit nice, and a great big bit of full-on fun! SUPER MANGA BLAST! #31 MASAMUNE SHIROW, MOHIRO KITOH, MAKOTO KOBAYASHI, YUZO TAKADA, and HIROYUKI UTATANE & YO MORIMOTO; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS On sale April 30, b&w, 128pg, $5.99 We're still rolling out the best manga in America! Manga like Shadow Star which is entering its fifth fantastic volume by introducing new characters, and bringing Akira face- to-face with the evil dragon empath, Satomi Ozawa. And the mystery continues to slowly unravel and tie itself back up in Seraphic Feather where we'll learn a bit about the past while recovering from the explosive battle against the cold-as-ice Apep Heidemann. And speaking of battles, the quest to the sacred land has found Yakumo, Pai, and Jake in one heck of a spat. What's worse, now Yakumo has to face the incredibly formidable wu of the Kaiyan Wang. On the lighter side, "Hello"-chan is having a good time driving her pink Testarossa around town and partying down with manga artists, not a bad life, eh. But something has to go wrong. Count on it. Finally, we've got EVEN MORE APPLESEED HYPERNOTES to give you that Shirow fix you need for the month. We've got all of that stuff packed into 128 bursting pages. Come and get some! FOR MATURE READERS STAR WARS: A LONG TIME AGO... VOLUME 6 WOOKIE WORLD TPB BRETT BLEVINS, SAL BUSCEMA, JO DUFFY, JAN DUURSEMA, RON FRENZ, TOM MANDRAKE, DAVID MAZZUCCHELLI, BOB MCLEOD, ANN NOCENTI, TOM PALMER, RANDY STRADLEY, and others On sale May 21, SC, 360pg, FC, $29.95 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 and an amazing, "All Star" line-up of creators! Originally printed by Marvel Comics, these stories have been meticulously re-colored and are sure to please both new and old Star Wars fans. Wookie World collects issues 82 to 95 of the original Marvel run, taking place after Return Of The Jedi, as our beloved Star Wars gang establishes a base of leadership for their newly freed galaxy on the planet Endor. The stories in this volume take us on solo and team adventures with our favorite galactic heroes. In "The Alderaan Factor," a stranded Princess Leia fights for her life with another native of her destroyed home world…an Imperial trooper! Lando Calrissian goes to the aid of an old flame and becomes enmeshed in a planet's struggle between democracy and aristocratic rule in "Sweetheart Contract." Han Solo and Chewbacca set out on an old-fashioned treasue hunt in "Seoul Searching" and manage to twart an Imperial plot. And much more! Introduction by Star Wars writer and editor Randy Stradley! STAR WARS: EMPIRE #8 "Darklighter" part 1 of 4 PAUL CHADWICK, DOUG WHEATLEY, and CHRIS CHUCKRY On sale April 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Everybody remembers the scene in A New Hope where Biggs Darklighter heroically sacrifices himself during the attack on the Death Star. Fewer people know is that before that fateful battle, Luke and Biggs were childhood friends. In fact, it was Luke's dream to follow Biggs to the Imperial Academy. But what Biggs learns from his time with the Empire pushes him to become one of the earliest heroes of the Rebellion. Eisner and Harvey award winner Paul Chadwick (Concrete) writes, Doug Wheatley (Superman: Last Son of Krypton) and colorist Chris Chuckry provide the stunning artwork. STAR WARS: JEDI—SHAAK TI JOHN OSTRANDER, JAN DUURSEMA, and DAN PARSONS; cover by JAN DUURSEMA On sale April 16, FC, 48pg, $4.99 A Double-Sized Clone Wars Special! Among the Jedi, Master Shaak Ti is known as a peacemaker; the calm voice of reason. But caught on the ground on war-torn Brentaal IV with a rapidly dwindling platoon of clone troopers, Shaak Ti is forced to go on the offensive! A Magna-gun emplacement is preventing Republic ships from landing reinforcements, and to save the mission—and the lives of Ti's own troops—the guns must be silenced. To accomplish the task, Shaak Ti will accept whatever help she can get—even that of a killer convicted of murdering Ti's former pupil! Fire up you lightsabers and get ready for the biggest Clone Wars battle to date, with guest-stars from all over the Star Wars galaxy! STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #53 "Blast Radius" HADEN BLACKMAN and BRIAN CHING; cover by BRIAN CHING On sale April 19, FC, 32pg, $2.99 An all-Jedi strike force is assembled for a secret mission to infiltrate a Skakoan Techno Union base that is supporting the Separatists. Among those selected for the mission is Obi-Wan Kenobi, who finds himself teamed with several legendary Jedi Masters. Surrounded by so many powerful individuals, Obi-Wan feels there is little he can bring to the mission. But when the base turns out to be a trap designed to kill Jedi, Obi-Wan finds himself in a leadership position, fighting for the survival of the team! Jedi powers, Jedi sacrifices, and another surprising confrontation! HARD BOILED: NIXON STATUE On sale June 16, fully painted, limited to 500 copies, $175.00 Dark Horse Comics presents Nixon, the maniacal mercenary from Hard Boiled. Translating the meticulous intricacy of Geof Darrow's art into a visual masterpiece, master sculptor Kent Melton has created a sumptuous feast for the decadent imagination—guaranteed to make the hardcore collector drool. This piece was originally released in 1997 as an oversize, unpainted polyresin kit. Only 100 were made, and they sold out at a whopping $695.00 each. This new version is approximately 11" and was recreated in a collaboration between original sculptor Kent Melton and the talented team at Gentle Giant Studios. It comes prepainted, with all the detailing of the original statue. OFFERED AGAIN COWBOY BEBOP ZIPPO® LIGHTER Zippo® Lighter w/Spectrum finish (NOTE PRICE), $34.99 Cowboy Bebop is cool, slick, and quick with a light—just like anime hero Spike Siegel. This official Cowboy Bebop Zippo® lighter by Dark Horse is made using a never-before- seen super-sharp finishing process called Spectrum. So yeah, this is a Cowboy Bebop Spectrum-Finish Zippo® Lighter, each and every one has a unique finish, and that's all you need to know. MAAKIES STICKERS MAAKIES STICKERS Life is a bucket filled with joy, or so says Uncle Gabby from Tony Millionaire's Maakies. If your happy bucket has a hole in it, try plugging it with a Maakies sticker. It couldn't hurt. On sale May 14 Maakies Sticker #1 - Drinky Crow . . . $1.99 Maakies Sticker #2 - Boat . . . $1.99 Maakies Sticker #3 - My Poor World . . . $1.99 Maakies Sticker #4 - Maakies Logo . . . $1.99 Also available as a four-pack in a polybag and printed headercard with j-hook . . .$6.99 SPYBOY RELISTS SPYBOY VOL. 1: THE DEADLY GOURMET AFFAIR TPB by Peter David, Pop Mhan, and Norman Lee SC, 80pg, FC (STAR13010) . . . $8.95 SPYBOY VOL. 2: TRIAL AND TERROR TPB by Peter David, Pop Mhan, and Norman Lee SC, 80pg, FC (STAR13489) . . . $8.95 SPYBOY VOL. 3: BET YOUR LIFE TPB by Peter David, Pop Mhan, Carlos Meglia, and Norman Lee SC, 80pg, FC . . . $9.95 SPYBOY VOL. 4: UNDERCOVER UNDERWEAR TPB by Peter David, Pop Mhan, Sunny Lee, and Norman Lee SC, 88pg, FC (STAR15161) . . . $9.95 ********************** BOMBSHELL PVC FIGURE 6" PVC figure, packaged full-color window box . . . $19.99 "Super-deformed" Bombshell is irked! No-one takes a pint-sized super spy seriously when her belly pokes out and she's oh so gosh-darn cute. But be warned, for this 6" tiny tornado of incendiary excitement isn't to be toyed with. Featuring 3 points of articulation, the Bombshell figure leaps into the 3D world from the pages of Dark Horse's sleeper hit comic, SpyBoy. Ready to smack evil upside the head, this diminutive diva is crackin' heads ol' school style, and lookin' cute doin' it! STICKERS Bombshell sticker #1 (Shy mini-bombshell), FC (STAR15310) . . . $1.99 (each) Bombshell sticker #2 (Angry mini-bombshell), FC (STAR15443) . . . $1.99 (each) TOP 30 MUST READ TITLES AKIRA BOOK 1 by Katsuhiro Otomo SC, 364pg, b&w, 6-3/4" x 9-3/4" (STAR12302) . . . $24.95 ANCIENT JOE TPB by C. Scott Morse SC, 120pg, 6"x9", b&w (STAR16228) . . . $12.95 ASTRO BOY VOLUME 1 TPB by Osamu Tezuka SC, 224pg, b&w, 7" x 4 1/2" (STAR15434) . . . $9.95 BILLI 99 TPB by Sarah Byam and Tim Sale SC, 200pg, b&w (STAR16645) . . . $14.95 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: BLOOD OF A THOUSAND TPB by Hiroaki Samura SC, 136pg, b&w (STAR09342) . . . $14.95 COMICS BETWEEN THE PANELS HC by Steve Duin and Mike Richardson HC, 500pg, FC w/photos (STAR08507) . . . $49.95 THE COMPLETE CONCRETE TPB by Paul Chadwick SC, 320pg, b&w, 8-1/2" x 11" (STAR01622) . . . $24.95 COMPLETELY PIP & NORTON TPB by Dave Cooper and Gavin McInnes SC, 72 pg, FC, 8" x 7-1/2" (STAR16384) . . . $9.95 FLOOD!: A NOVEL IN PICTURES TPB by Eric Drooker SC, 160pg, b&w (STAR16496) . . . $14.95 GHOST IN THE SHELL TPB by Masamune Shirow SC, 352pg, b&w (STAR01697). . . $24.95 GO GIRL! TPB by Trina Robins and Anne Timmons SC, 136pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR16932) . . . $15.95 GRENDEL: WAR CHILD TPB by Matt Wagner and Pat Mceown SC, 304pg, FC (STAR00611) . . . $24.95 HARD BOILED TPB by Frank Miller and Geof Darrow SC, 128pg, FC (STAR11074) . . . $16.95 HARD LOOKS: ADAPTED STORIES TPB by Various SC, 250pg, b&w, 6" x 9" . . . $19.95 HARLEQUIN VALENTINE HC by Neil Gaiman and John Bolton FC, 40pg, HC, 7"x10" (STAR15245) . . . $10.95 HELLBOY: SEED OF DESTRUCTION TPB by Mike Mignola, John Byrne, and Mark Chiarello SC, 128pg, FC (STAR06740) . . . $17.95 KLING KLANG KLATCH GN by Ian McDonald and David Lyttleton SC, 80pg, FC, 9" x 12" (STAR01294) . . . $11.95 LAST DAY IN VIETNAM TPB by Will Eisner brown ink on antique paper, 80pg (STAR11500) . . . $10.95 THE LAND OF NOD - ROCKABYE BOOK TPB by Jay Stephens SC, 168pg, b&w, 6" x 9" (STAR09387) . . . $13.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB VOLUME 1: THE ASSASSIN'S ROAD TPB by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima SC, 304pg, b&w, 4" x 6"(STAR11783) . . . $9.95 MURDER MYSTERIES HARDCOVER original short story created & written by Neil Gaiman adaptation created and illustrated by P. Craig Russell HC, 7" x 10", 64pg, FC (STAR15851) . . . $13.95 THE NEVERMEN TPB by Phil Amara, Guy Davis, and Dave Stewart SC, 120pg, FC/b&w (STAR13439) . . . $14.95 THE RING OF THE NIBELUNG VOLUME 1: THE RHINEGOLD & THE VALKYRIE TPB by P. Craig Russell SC, 200pg, FC (STAR16520) . . . $21.95 SCATTERBRAIN HARDCOVER COLLECTION by Mike Mignola, Craig Thompson, Kilian Plunkett, Jim Woodring, Sergio Aragonés, Evan Dorkin, Steve Parkhouse, Steve Guarnaccia, Greg Clarke, Jay Stephens, Dave Cooper, & more; cover art by Craig Thompson FC, HC, 9" x13", 128pg (STAR14925) . . . $19.95 SIN CITY TPB by Frank Miller SC, 208pg. b&w (STAR12371) . . . 17 bucks SOCK MONKEY: THE GLASS DOOR KNOB HC by Tony Millionaire HC, 40pg, FC, 8"x10" (STAR16473) . . . $14.95 THE TALE OF ONE BAD RAT TPB by Bryan Talbot SC, 136pg, FC . . . $14.95 USAGI YOJIMBO: SHADES OF DEATH TPB by Stan Sakai; introduction by William Stout SC, 200pg, (STAR06915) . . . $14.95 VIOLENT CASES TPB by Neil Gaiman & Dave Mckean FC, 48pg, SC (STAR15926) . . . $12.95 WILL EISNER'S SHOP TALK TPB interviews by Will Eisner; illustrations by Kirby, Caniff, Kurtzman, and more b&w, 250pg (STAR13515) . . . $19.95 ********************** DC COMICS The 'Cats vs. The Birds! THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS Two of the greatest animated franchises of all time collide in THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS, a 48-page Special written and illustrated by Kaare Andrews (GEN13, Spider-Man: Tangled Web) with two covers: one by DANGER GIRL's J. Scott Campbell, and another by fan-favorite painter Alex Ross! THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS is co-published with Top Cow Productions and is a sister volume to Battle of the Planets/Thundercats, solicited elsewhere in this issue of Previews. And while the stories in each book aren't connected, the covers will join together to form one large image by each artist! The sudden appearance of a mystical portal between Earth and Thundera leads to chaos, confusion and adventure in this rollicking crossover between two of the most popular entertainment properties in comics today! Full of humor, action and suspense, this crossover will satisfy everyone from the casual reader to the most demanding fans of these classic characters. The trouble begins as G-Force's Mark finds himself magically transported to Thundera, where he's forced to crash land. Lion-O, seeing Mark's ship in trouble, heads to the site of the crash, urging the rest of the Thundercats to join him. But when they arrive and inspect the portal, they're teleported to Earth! Villains Mumm-Ra and Zoltar seize the opportunity to collaborate on some interdimensional mischief, and the lives of G-Force and the Thundercats are all in danger — unless they can figure out why their planets have been linked and how they can undo the damage! THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS is a 48-page WildStorm one- shot edited by Jeff Mariotte that arrives in comic-books stores April 23 with a cover price of $4.95 U.S. Note: THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with J. Scott Campbell (50%) and Alex Ross (50%). Co- published with Top Cow Productions; see Battle of the Planets/Thundercats solicited elsewhere in this issue of Previews. A mystery in space comes to Earth… ORBITER HC Why does mankind go to space? And what's waiting once we get there? Renowned writer Warren Ellis (TRANSMETROPOLITAN, THE AUTHORITY, PLANETARY) and indie favorite Colleen Doran (A Distant Soil, THE SANDMAN) explore the answers to these questions and more in ORBITER, a 104-page VERTIGO hardcover graphic novel that's both a psychological mystery and a science-fiction story set in the early 21st century. There's a sonic crack, 50 miles out. Something trailing fire, swooping down from the upper reaches of the sky. People look up, confused. It's coming down like a dirty comet. It seems slow, but there's no time for anyone but the most alert — or most terrified — to run away. At two miles out, some of them recognize the approaching object: a space shuttle. A craft that hasn't flown in 10 years. And its landing gear is locked, gliding home to the Cape runway…the runway full of people. The space shuttle Venture has returned after disappearing 10 years ago. Cruising to Earth on autopilot in a murderous fireball, its crew missing — save for the catatonic pilot — with new instrumentation, new engines, and covered in something very much like skin. And with Martian sand in the undercarriage. Now a team of three specialists cheated out of their own dreams of spaceflight is assigned to discover the mysteries of the Venture. Where has it been? What's been done to it? And what became of the crew — and the mind of the pilot? Doran, who spent hours researching for the project, told The Pulse (www.comicon.com/pulse), "A book like this is a dream project for me since I have always loved the space program and have been collecting astronaut memorabilia my whole life. I have loved every minute of this assignment." ORBITER is a 104-page hardcover VERTIGO graphic novel edited by Heidi MacDonald and Will Dennis and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic- book stores April 23 with a cover price of $24.95 U.S. Welcome to the Fun Factory! SWEATSHOP Fresh from the fertile imagination of Peter Bagge, the writer/artist responsible for the critically acclaimed, outrageously funny Hate, comes SWEATSHOP, the story of short-tempered cartoonist Mel Bowling! SWEATSHOP, which also features the art of Stephen DeStefano (BIZARRO COMICS) and Bill Wray (SAMURAI JACK SPECIAL), focuses on Bowling, an egotistical cartoonist who produces a successful, though hardly critically acclaimed, daily comic strip. The only catch is that he doesn't actually work on it. Instead, he employs a stable of assistants who help churn out his wretched comic, all the while feeling the brunt of their boss' notorious cruelty. Nonetheless, his four assistants remain eager and ambitious. Each produces his own comic on the side, each with a radically different style, and each issue of SWEATSHOP features "their" work, ranging from super-hero fare to alternative autobiographical comics. Mixing Bagge's indelible sense of humor with a refreshing sense of experimentation and indie cred, SWEATSHOP represents a unique expansion of the DC line. Don't miss the chance to get in on the ground floor of what's sure to be one of 2003's most talked-about projects! SWEATSHOP is an ongoing monthly series edited by Joey Cavalieri. The 32- page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores April 23 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. Quoth the Dark Knight… BATMAN: NEVERMORE What happens when the World's Greatest Detective joins forces with the inventor of the modern detective story? Writer Len Wein (SWAMP THING, Uncanny X-Men), artist Guy Davis (Deadline, SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE) and cover painter Bernie Wrightson (SWAMP THING, FRANKENSTEIN) come together for BATMAN: NEVERMORE, a 5-issue Elseworlds miniseries that teams Batman with classic horrorist Edgar Allan Poe. In Baltimore during the 1800s, the bodies of a number of high-ranking citizens have been found, the victims murdered in ways that defy explanation. The only element linking the murders is the sighting of a giant raven fleeing each crime scene. A young Poe, reporting for the Baltimore Sun, takes it upon himself to get to the bottom of the events, but so has the Batman! What Poe finds as he delves into the hidden lives of the city's rich and famous may leave his mind broken! His first steps bring him in touch with Professor Jonathan Crane, Roderick Usher's family and Bruce Wayne, the disaffected and aloof son of long- dead parents. When Poe comes face-to-face with Batman and realizes that nothing can be trusted at face value, he can't be too sure that the ever-resourceful Batman isn't the same raven-like figure that has been connected to the murders all along. BATMAN: NEVERMORE is a 5-issue Elseworlds miniseries edited by Matt Idelson. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores April 2 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. When darkness falls… BEWARE THE CREEPER Paris, 1925: a city of dreams…and a city of nightmares. A violent rapist prowls the city streets while the corrupt authorities, controlled by a wealthy right-wing family, turn a blind eye. From the burgeoning art scene emerges an enigmatic hero — the bizarre, brash and colorful creature of the night known as The Creeper. And she's got one word for the self-serving upper-class: Beware. BEWARE THE CREEPER is a 5-issue VERTIGO miniseries by an exciting, fresh creative team that takes on a DC classic and reshapes it with a VERTIGO twist: writer Jason Hall (co-creator of Pistolwhip, Wizard's Best Indie Book of 2001 and one of Time.com's Best Comics of 2001) and artist Cliff Chiang (JOSIE MAC, BATMAN: THE GOLDEN STREETS OF GOTHAM). In the aftermath of World War I, the bohemian art scene explodes onto Paris — much to the chagrin of the rich and powerful Arbogast family. Ravishing surrealist painter Judith Benoir wants desperately to make a splash — even if it means ignoring the warnings of her jilted lover Inspector Allain and her prudish sister Madeline. Amid the cultural clash among aristocracy, religion and the avant-garde, The Creeper escalates her simple cat burglaries into spectacular art crimes, establishing her as a cultural icon. But what are the true motivations behind The Creeper's actions? And how long before her antics spiral out of control and the law closes in? Set against the intriguing historic backdrop of 1920s Paris and full of action, drama and suspense, BEWARE THE CREEPER is a smart, sexy thriller with a visual flair inspired by films such as Moulin Rouge and The City of Lost Children. BEWARE THE CREEPER is a 5-issue VERTIGO miniseries edited by Will Dennis and is suggested for mature readers. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores April 16 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. PLANETARY #16 PLANETARY is back…and it's worth the wait! The acclaimed team of Warren Ellis (GLOBAL FREQUENCY, TRANSMETROPOLITAN) and John Cassaday (Captain America, DESPERADOES) are reunited in PLANETARY #16, marking the return of the bimonthly series embraced by fans and critics alike for its unique storytelling and exploration of the secret history of the 20th century. With The Four momentarily in disarray, Elijah Snow initiates the second part of his comeback plan: to hunt down and discover the truth about Anna Hark, daughter of the criminal genius of the '30s, who died in the Adirondacks with the rest of Axel Brass' associates. But as Snow soon finds out, Hark's story begins in medieval China and ends in the spires of modern America! Don't miss this spectacular new beginning for one of the most thought-provoking and engaging comic-book series published! PLANETARY is an ongoing bimonthly series edited by Scott Dunbier. The 32- page issue #16 arrives in comic-book stores April 2 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. Evil's not what you think it is… THE LEGION #19: "Dream Crime" Part 1 The 31st century just became a much more dangerous place… Prepare yourselves for "Dream Crime," an epic 5-part tale beginning in THE LEGION #19 that marks the return of some old friends as well as one of the DCU's darkest villains. Written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning, the team that has redefined the Legion for a new era, with art by Chris Batista (Thunderbolts) & Mark Farmer (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA: THE NAIL, ANIMAL MAN). "Dream Crime" also features five interlocking covers by new cover artists Tony Harris (STARMAN) and Tom Feister. In THE LEGION #19, Saturn Girl and Dreamer visit Titan, Saturn Girl's homeworld. Saturn Girl seeks the assistance of her telepathic mentors to repair damage to her mental powers caused by the strain of the last year. Meanwhile, Dreamer hopes the Titanet telepathic system will turn her own powers of prediction into a large-scale early-warning network for the United Planets. But as Saturn Girl discovers, the damage to her mind might be more extensive than she first believed…and Dreamer's first experiments with the Titanet show her terrible visions of an ancient darkness rising once more! The worst is yet to come for the Legionnaires, as they'll soon find out. Legion fans new and old can't afford to miss "Dream Crime!" THE LEGION is an ongoing series edited by Steve Wacker. The 32-page issue #19 arrives in comic-book stores April 30 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. Speed kills! THE FLASH: "Blitz" He was the yin to Barry Allen's yang…The Flash's opposite number, bearing the same powers, but without the same heroic underpinnings. Now, Professor Zoom — the Reverse Flash — is back from the dead! It all begins in THE FLASH #197, the kick-off to the 4-part story "Blitz," by critically acclaimed writer Geoff Johns with art by Scott Kolins and Doug Hazlewood and covers by Kolins. The secrets behind Zoom's origin are revealed in THE FLASH #197, a story that puts a dark new twist on an old adversary and offers a new look at the life-threatening clash between two men who can move at the speed of light. But what is Zoom's strange goal? It's not what you think…and he'll risk anything to achieve it! It all builds up to July's monumental THE FLASH #200, guest-starring Jay Garrick and Jesse Quick, in which Wally West faces a startling — and unexpected — change! THE FLASH is an ongoing series edited by Joey Cavalieri. The 32-page issue #197 arrives in comic-book stores April 16 with a cover price of $2.25 U.S. GREEN LANTERN/ GREEN ARROW: "Black Circle, Urban Knights" Once upon a time, there were two warriors in green: one, a cautious conservative, the other, a liberal hothead. Those unlikely allies were Green Lantern and Green Arrow. Yet, in spite of their radical differences — or maybe because of them — the adventures of these hard-travelin' heroes would become the stuff of legend. But that was then... "Black Circle, Urban Knights" is a 6-part crossover running weekly through the pages of GREEN ARROW #23-25, written by Ben Raab (Uncanny X-Men), and GREEN LANTERN #162-164, written by Judd Winick (BLOOD AND WATER). Each part features art and covers by Charlie Adlard (BATMAN: SCARFACE, Astronauts in Trouble). GREEN ARROW and GREEN LANTERN are released twice each in April to maintain a weekly schedule for this explosive storyline! The Black Circle, an interplanetary crime syndicate with an illegal empire spanning half the galaxy, is about to turn Earth into its latest cosmic crackhouse. But as our heroes soon discover, this operation isn't just business…it's personal! GREEN LANTERN and GREEN ARROW are ongoing series edited by Bob Schreck. The 32-page GREEN ARROW #23 arrives in comic-book stores April 9 and GREEN ARROW #24 arrives in comic-book stores April 23, each with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. GREEN LANTERN #162 arrives in comic-book stores April 16 and GREEN LANTERN #163 arrives in comic-book stores April 30, each with a cover price of $2.25 U.S. BROOKLYN DREAMS The four-volume Paradox Fiction title BROOKLYN DREAMS returns in a single 384-page softcover, bringing the story of 17-year-old Vincent Carl Santini's momentous senior year in high school back to life. Springing from the minds of writer J.M. DeMatteis (THE SPECTRE, Amazing Spider-Man) and artist Glenn Barr (REAL WORLDS: JUSTICE LEAGUE), the 384-page BROOKLYN DREAMS is a memoir and a meditation, a tale of growing up and an exploration of mortality. It was originally published in 1995 as part of DC's Paradox Press line, as were ROAD TO PERDITION and A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE. "No project I've worked on in my twenty-plus years in the business means more to me than BROOKLYN DREAMS," says DeMatteis. "I am absolutely delighted — and that's a huge understatement — that it's finally being collected together in one volume." Mixing the wry and the heartfelt, DeMatteis' narrative is perfectly complemented by Barr's expressive renderings — ranging from the somber to the ultra-cartoonish — as an older and (presumably) wiser Santini looks back on his childhood and adolescence in his native Brooklyn and how they led to the life-changing revelations of his senior year. Like ROAD TO PERDITION, BROOKLYN DREAMS is a visionary work, engaging to a wide variety of readers and creatively ahead of its time. BROOKLYN DREAMS is a 384-page Paradox Press trade paperback and is suggested for mature readers. It arrives in comic-book stores April 16 with a cover price of $12.95 U.S. DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN DETECTIVE COMICS #781 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND JON LEWIS; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND STEFANO GUADIANO; COVER BY TIM SALE In stores April 2. Part 5 of "Dead Reckoning" finds Batman in a desperate race to stop the Charlatan! Gotham City's newest — and possibly most dangerous — villain plans to take out more of Arkham's enemies. Can Batman — or anyone — stop him? Plus, in the back-up feature, Jon (ROBIN) Lewis and Stefano (BATMAN: FAMILY) Gaudiano team up for a tale that's truly out of this world! The mythos of Batman meets the tale of Robin Hood, as told with the sensibilities of a Grimm's Fairy Tale. The citizenry of the woodlands fear the creature known only as the "Bat King." But is he a demonic foe or a friend in need? FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #166 WRITTEN BY DWAYNE MCDUFFIE; ART BY VAL SEMEIKS AND DAN GREEN; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores April 9. "Don't Blink" Part 3 of 4. The baby merchant Blink's been inhabiting has been murdered by a guilt-ridden psychopath. Now Blink can do nothing more than watch through the eyes of a child as the maniac threatens to go ballistic! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #40 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND ROBERT RODI; ART BY ROGER ROBINSON, JOHN PROCTOR AND JOHN FLOYD; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores April 16. The conclusion to "Knight Moves!" Batman, the Huntress and Checkmate have been working in the same town, but from different angles, and the tension between them has come to an explosive end! After the Huntress' kidnapping, drugging and interrogation by Checkmate, Batman's no longer sure if can trust her. And now, time has run out: Checkmate is storming the Batcave! Plus, the black-and-white back-up story "Neighbor Hood," by Robert Rodi (CODENAME: KNOCKOUT), newcomer John Proctor & John Floyd that tells the tale of a small-time crook once busted by Batman who becomes convinced the Dark Knight now lives across the hall. Can he get Batman before Batman gets him? FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN #614 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores April 30. Batman takes on the villain you've been waiting for: The Joker! One is the Dark Knight…the other is The Clown Prince of Crime. Batman's oldest foe finally has gone too far, and Batman makes a vow: "Tonight, The Joker dies by my hand!" For all the crimes The Joker has commited, Batman seeks retribution. Will the Dark Knight finally do what needs to be done? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 OFFERED AGAIN BATMAN DOUBLE FEATURE WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores April 2. Collecting BATMAN #608 and 609, the sold-out first two installments of "Hush!" Loeb, Lee & Williams rocketed BATMAN to the top of the sales charts with their take on the Dark Knight, and now their first two issues can be enjoyed again. Featuring a new cover by Lee & Williams! FC, 48 PG. $3.95 ******************************* BATGIRL #39 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART AND COVER BY ADRIAN SIBAR AND ANDY OWENS In stores April 23. First issue by award-winning new regular writer Dylan Horrocks (HUNTER: THE AGE OF MAGIC, Hicksville)! Also making their BATGIRL debut are Planet of the Apes artist Adrian Sibar and SUPERMAN inker Andy Owens! A mysterious metahuman called Black Wind has turned Batgirl's world upside down. Not only is he more than a match for Batgirl on the battlefield, but he also seems to have swept her off her proverbial feet. The only solution, as Babs sees it, is a cruise. But when Black Wind and another familiar metahuman show up on the same ship, Cassandra's vacation takes a turn for the worse! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATGIRL: YEAR ONE #5 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY MARCOS MARTIN AND ALVARO LOPEZ In stores April 9. The Killer Moth has been beaten by one bat too many! But being bested by the fledgling Batgirl may have pushed the unstable wanna-be super-villain a little too far. To make things worse, Killer Moth's going to come across the path of the perfect partner in crime, or so he thinks. But the calculating Moth may be biting off more than he can chew when he throws in with the violent pyromaniac Firefly! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 9) $2.95 BATMAN: HARVEST BREED SC WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY GEORGE PRATT; PAINTED COVER BY PRATT In stores April 16. A series of grisly, demonic murders forces Commissioner Gordon to reopen a case file of similar unsolved murders from years past, leading Batman down a path towards stopping the killer before more bodies can pile up. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 96PG, FC $17.95 BATMAN: HUSH HC WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores April 30. The most-talked about story of the year, collected in one volume! Reprinting BATMAN #608- 612, this hardcover features the first arc of Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee & Scott Williams' acclaimed "Hush," including guest appearances by Superman, Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Killer Croc, Huntress, and more! Plus, four brand-new pages and two pages previously seen exclusively at www.dccomics.com! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $19.95 BATMAN: NEVERMORE #1 WRITTEN BY LEN WEIN; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY BERNIE WRIGHTSON ELSEWORLDS. In stores April 2. A 5-issue Elseworlds miniseries that brings the World's Greatest Detective together with the inventor of the modern detective story: Edgar Allan Poe! In Baltimore in the late 1800s, a number of high-ranking citizens have been murdered in ways that defy explanation. The only thing linking the murders are sightings of a giant raven fleeing each crime scene… For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5) $2.50 BIRDS OF PREY #54 WRITTEN BY GILBERT HERNANDEZ; ART BY CASEY JONES; PAINTED COVER BY PHIL NOTO In stores April 23. Tom seems more smitten with Barbara by the minute, but she's only got eyes for her new security system protecting the clock tower. Meanwhile, Black Canary gets increasingly frustrated by the lack of crimes to fight in Gotham…and the fact that other crimefighters always seem to arrive at the scene seconds before she does! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CATWOMAN #18 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART AND COVER BY JAVIER PULIDO In stores April 30. The 3-part "No Easy Way Down" continues! Catwoman's still keeping the people in Gotham's forgotten neighborhoods safe, but without anything in her personal life as Selina Kyle to keep her going, she becomes more dangerous to herself and the people around her. It'll take everything she has to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and her apathy could have dire consequences. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GOTHAM CENTRAL #6 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART AND COVER BY MICHAEL LARK In stores April 9. Greg Rucka commanders this latest arc, which focuses on the life of fan-favorite Renee Montoya! That life is about to be shattered to smithereens, revealing to colleagues and readers alike a side of Montoya we never even guessed at! It begins with Montoya being served a summons and unravels so quickly that before she knows what's happening, her deepest secret has been exposed and her personal life has become inextricably entwined with her professional life. And this is just the beginning of her fall! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 HARLEY QUINN #31 WRITTEN BY A.J. LIEBERMAN; ART BY NATHAN FOX; COVER BY MIKE HUDDLESTON AND TROY NIXEY In stores April 9. Featuring guest art by Nathan Fox (The New Yorker, Village Voice)! Harley gained powers beyond those of normal humans when she was the subject of Poison Ivy's experiments. But every gift has its price, and now Harley faces the consequences! When some of Gotham City's bottom feeders have something of Ivy's that Harley desperately needs, it becomes a race against time to get it back before Harley's health disintegrates! You've never seen Harley this desperate — or dangerous! Plus, Harley and Doc discuss love! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 NIGHTWING #80 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY RICK LEONARDI AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores April 16. Deathstroke's in town and he's here on business! Can Nightwing stop the DCU's premier "terminator" from taking out his target — a target who's close to home for Dick Grayson? It's Nightwing vs. Deathstroke…and this time, it's personal! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ROBIN #113 WRITTEN BY JON LEWIS; ART AND COVER BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY In stores April 16. Robin's out of Gotham and in deep trouble! Trailing arms dealers who've been flooding the streets of Gotham with illegal weaponry seemed easy, but now Robin has stumbled into a small town with some dirty secrets. Can he discover the connection among the gunrunners, biker gangs, special children and…chocolate? Back in Gotham, the Spoiler's looking for insight into her dead father's life from the last person who'll give her a straight answer: the Riddler! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN ACTION COMICS #802 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY TOM DERENICK, BOB PETRECCA AND NORM RAPMUND; COVER BY DAVE BULLOCK In stores April 2. "The Harvest" begins here in the first of a 5-part ACTION storyline! Get a look at the face behind the iron mask of the mysterious General Zod, as the secrets behind his shocking origins come into focus. Meanwhile, normal people across the U.S. begin to gain strange new powers and abilities far beyond those of mortal men! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #615 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DEREC AUCOIN AND JOHN STANISCI; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN In stores April 9. Superman's time in the pocket dimension Heroville — an idyllic town where everyone has superpowers — continues as he comes face to face with the Hollow Men! And introducing Kid Scout — a hero who's always prepared — whose life was traumatically affected by the Hollow Men. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN #192 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART AND COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND ANDY OWENS In stores April 23. Building directly from events in January's SUPERMAN: THE 10-CENT ADVENTURE, Metropolis' new Supergirl makes her presence known in the City of Tomorrow as she fights the villain Radion! Plus: introducing the Viceroy — a new hero out to make Metropolis safe! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN: METROPOLIS #3 WRITTEN BY CHUCK AUSTEN; ART AND COVER BY DANIJEL ZEZELJ In stores April 16. The 12-issue miniseries continues! Jimmy Olsen's investigation of the strange goings-on around Metropolis' futuristic Tech continues, as a strange creature wreaks havoc in the city…but what's so familiar about it from two past foes of Superman? Plus: more on Rebecca, Jimmy's photography rival in the city. FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 12) $2.95 SUPERMAN: RED SON #1 WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART BY DAVE JOHNSON AND ANDREW ROBINSON; COVER BY JOHNSON ELSEWORLDS. In stores April 30. An Elseworlds event by top-selling writer Mark Millar (The Ultimates) and artists Dave Johnson (100 BULLETS covers), Kilian Plunkett (SMALLVILLE) & Andrew Robinson! When Krypton explodes, the infant Kal-El is rocketed to Earth, where he lands on a Ukrainian farm during the 1950s! How will the Cold War effect the Man of Steel? Find out in this long-awaited 3-part Prestige Format miniseries. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48PG (1 OF 3) $5.95 SUPERMAN & BATMAN: GENERATIONS III #4 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JOHN BYRNE; COVER BY BYRNE ELSEWORLDS. In stores April 9. The death of Wonder Woman has unexpected consequences as John Byrne's maxiseries hits the 23rd century! Other surprises abound as the Super Twins team up with one of their heroes, an army of OMACs makes its debut, and Superman remembers a centuries-old adventure critical to his future! FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 12) $2.95 DC UNIVERSE ADAM STRANGE: THE MAN OF TWO WORLDS TP WRITTEN BY RICHARD BRUNING; ART AND COVER BY ANDY KUBERT In stores April 16. Collecting the 1990 three-issue Prestige Format miniseries with a new cover by Andy Kubert! Discover the man behind the myth, as Adam Strange's childhood on Earth is explored, his relationship with his estranged family is revealed, and secrets of Rann — and of Adam's new life — are uncovered! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X0, 160PG, FC $19.95 AQUAMAN #5 WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART AND COVER BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST In stores April 9. The King of the Seas quenches The Thirst! Aquaman learns the hard way that a brief moment of rage can have deadly consequences…by using his magical, watery hand as a weapon, he has inadvertently released The Thirst — a twisted parasite who feeds on the same Secret Sea that Aquaman has sworn to channel into this world! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BIG DADDY DANGER #9 WRITTEN BY ADAM POLLINA; ART BY POLLINA AND TYSON MCADOO; COVER BY MCADOO In stores April 2. The slam-bang conclusion is here! The lords of the wrestling ring converge as Big Daddy faces his greatest challenge yet! What will be the ultimate fate of Big Daddy, wife Dana, son Danny, and brother Diablo? Which masked champion will reign supreme? You'd have to be a heel to pass this one up! FC, 32 PG. (9 OF 9) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS TP WRITTEN BY GARDNER FOX; ART BY MIKE SEKOWSKY, BERNARD SACHS AND SID GREENE; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores April 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS POSTER, this trade paperback collects the earliest JLA/JSA crossovers, reprinting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #21-22, 29- 30, 37-38, and 46-47. Our heroes battle the Injustice Society, the Crime Syndicate of Earth-Three, the evil Johnny Thunder, and the Anti-Matter Man! (STAR16062) SC, 7X10, 208PG, FC $14.95 *********************** DOOM PATROL #19 WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY TAN ENG HUAT In stores April 2. The return of the blind monk, Tycho! He's got a new plan to get back the sword of the seven spirits…accompanied by an army of monkeys! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH ENEMY ACE: WAR IDYLL SC WRITTEN AND PAINTED BY GEORGE PRATT; PAINTED COVER BY PRATT In stores April 30. Reoffered to coincide with BATMAN: HARVEST BREED, also by George Pratt. In a small German sanitarium, a reporter who saw combat in Vietnam interviews the once-celebrated World War I German Ace, Baron Hans von Hammer. (STAR00103) SC, 8X11, 128PG, FC $14.95 ************************** THE FLASH #197 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS In stores April 16. "Blitz," Part 1 of 4, leading up to THE FLASH #200! Professor Zoom returns in a story that reveals the secrets behind his origin! But what's his strange goal? It's not what you'd think! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE FLASH: TERMINAL VELOCITY TP — NEW PRINTING WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY SALVADOR LARROCCA, CARLOS PACHECO, MIKE WIERINGO, OSCAR JIMENEZ, JOSÉ MARZAN, JR, AND SERGIO BORJAS; COVER BY WIERINGO AND MARZAN In stores April 2. This trade paperback collects the stories from FLASH #0 and #95-100 that made the title one of the most talked-about super-hero comics of its time! With Wally West seemingly gone, who takes over the mantle of the Flash? For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $14.95 FOREVER MAELSTROM #6 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY JOHN LUCAS AND EDUARDO BARRETO; COVER BY LUCAS AND JOHN CASSADAY In stores April 23. Nothing lasts forever...least of all Forever Maelstrom! As the battle to protect the timeline from Praetor reaches its fateful conclusion, our ragtag band of heroes must fight its way through a frozen landscape to restore the 21st century they know and love...well, the one they all know, at least! If time runs out now, it really runs out! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 6) $2.95 GREEN ARROW #23 WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB; ART AND COVER BY CHARLIE ADLARD In stores April 9. Part 1 of the 6-part weekly story "Black Circle: Urban Knights," running through the pages of GREEN ARROW and GREEN LANTERN. Green Arrow is in hot pursuit of brutal drug dealers in a fast and furious chase through the streets of Star City. Green Lantern is knocking around the Russian mob in a Soho nightclub with three models on his arms. But there's no such thing as an easy bust anymore! Join the celebrated reunion of two of DC's heroes on a quest for the truth behind an intergalactic crime and the consequences of history! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GREEN LANTERN #162 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART AND COVER BY CHARLIE ADLARD In stores April 16. "Black Circle: Urban Knights" Part 2 of 6. There's a mystery to be solved, an intergalactic crime organization to take down, and hostility brewing between Green Lantern and Green Arrow. Simple crimes become complicated, and the heroes' differences become blatant. This ain't Hal and Ollie! Connor Hawke may be the only person to stop them from killing each other, unless of course The Black Circle gets to them first… For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GREEN ARROW #24 WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB; ART AND COVER BY CHARLIE ADLARD In stores April 23. Black Circle: Urban Knights" Part 3 of 6. Green Arrow and Green Lantern are mystified when a lookalike of Hal Jordan's predecessor appears! What does this character have to do with Abin Sur and the original Green Lantern Corps? All they know is that this may be their only chance to get the upper hand on the intergalactic criminals known only as the Black Circle! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 GREEN LANTERN #163 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART AND COVER BY CHARLIE ADLARD In stores April 30. "Black Circle: Urban Knights" Part 4 of 6. All-out action ensues as Green Lantern and Green Arrow learn how to take a beating…and the education continues as they're taught that it's better to give than to receive! Now, we finally get to catch a glimpse at the inner workings of the Black Circle! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 GREEN ARROW: QUIVER TP WRITTEN BY KEVIN SMITH; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores April 2. Screenwriter and director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Dogma), successfully resurrects one of the world's classic heroes! In this softcover edition of the original hardcover, Green Arrow — a.k.a. Oliver Queen — reemerges after years of being presumed dead. But many, including Black Canary his ex-lover, Arsenal his ex- partner, Connor Hawke his son, and Batman the Dark Knight Detective, want to know how Green Arrow survived an airplane explosion and where he's been! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 232PG, FC $17.95 HAWKMAN #14 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY DONALD KRAMER AND PRENTIS ROLLINS; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON In stores April 2. Hawkgirl confronts the murderer of her parents — and the Hawks both want him dead! The question is: Who's going to do the deed? Plus, tragedy strikes the cast of St. Roch! Featuring guest-art by Donald Kramer and Prentis Rollins! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 H-E-R-O #3 WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY KANO; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores April 16. The reinvention of the Dial H for Hero concept continues! Jerry Feldon's learning that life as a super-hero isn't all it's cracked up to be! Jerry decides to share the secret of H-E-R-O with Molly, the girl he loves. But when a gunman robs their restaurant, Jerry's powers might be the only thing that can save Molly — if he doesn't screw things up and accidentally kill her instead! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JLA #80 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY DUNCAN ROULEAU & AARON SOWD; COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE & TOM NGUYEN In stores April 30. "The White Rage" Part 1 of 3! The JLA is caught in the middle of a tense standoff between a metahuman commune and the federal government. Will the Leaguers bring peace or set off a bloody conflict? Plus, Batman and Wonder Woman try to find some quiet time together, and Martian Manhunter embarks on a quest of self-discovery that may burn him in the end. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JLA: AGE OF WONDER #1 WRITTEN BY ADISAKDI TANTIMEDH; ART AND COVER BY GALEN SHOWMAN ELSEWORLDS In stores April 9. A two-issue ELSEWORLDS miniseries examines how Superman's nineteenth century debut turns the Industrial Revolution on its ear! Using his powers to aid scientific discovery and usher in an Age of Wonder, Superman forms the forward-thinking League of Science with backing from millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne. But when Lex Luthor and the radical group Rage Against the Machine rise up against him, can he prevent the coming of an Age of Chaos? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. (1 OF 2) $5.95 JLA: SCARY MONSTERS #2 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART BY JOSH HOOD AND SEAN PARSONS; COVER BY ART ADAMS In stores April 16. The action-packed miniseries continues! With Green Lantern and Flash down for the count, how will the JLA contend with the fearsome monsters that are exploding from the Earth's surface and besieging the Spirit Lake resort? And what happens when another unlucky Leaguer gets infected with the monster "virus"? FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.50 JSA #47 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY LEONARD KIRK AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY MICHAEL BAIR In stores April 16. Part 2 of "Princes Of Darkness," leading up to JSA #50! The battle for the light continues as Mordru and Obsidian attack the JSA, trapping Sentinel, Captain Marvel and Star-Spangled Kid in the Shadowlands and tearing apart the rest of JSA! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 JSA: FAIR PLAY TP WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY RAGS MORALES, STEPHEN SADOWSKI AND VARIOUS; COVER BY MICHAEL BAIR In stores April 2. Collecting JSA #26-31 and a story from JSA SECRET FILES #2, FAIR PLAY pits the JSA against Roulette, who runs the most dangerous gambling den on Earth — a club where costumed adventurers are lured to fight for their lives as super-villains bet on the outcome. Now she's turned her sights on the JSA, and she's got more than a professional interest in seeing the team destroyed! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JSA: THE RETURN OF HAWKMAN TP WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI, STEVE YEOWELL, RAGS MORALES, MICHAEL BAIR, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY MORALES In stores April 2. Re-offered to coincide with the JSA: FAIR PLAY TP. Hawkman's much-anticipated return to DC continuity is collected in this 256-page trade paperback reprinting JSA #16-25, that also includes the epic "Injustice be Done" saga that rocked the members of the DCU's Original Super-Team! (STAR17192) SC, 7X10, 256PG, FC $19.95 ************************** JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #18 WRITTEN BY STAN BERKOWITZ; ART BY CHRIS JONES AND DAN DAVIS; COVER BY ROB HAYNES In stores April 2. An alien race has established a beachhead on Earth in a most unexpected place and it's up to the miniscule Justice League ally, the Atom, to stop the invading force from taking down the League's most powerful member. Written by Stan Berkowitz of the Justice League animated show. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE LEGION #19 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY CHRIS BATISTA AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY TONY HARRIS AND TOM FEISTER In stores April 30. Introducing a new art team and kicking off "Dream Crime," a new 5-part storyline! Saturn Girl visits Titan, hoping to repair the damage to her mental powers, and Dreamer hopes the Titanet telepathic system will turn her powers of prediction into a large-scale early-warning network for the United Planets. But Saturn Girl learns the damage to her mind might be more extensive than she believed, and Dreamer's first experiments with the Titanet show her terrible visions of an ancient darkness rising once more. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES ARCHIVES VOL. 12 WRITTEN BY CARY BATES, JIM SHOOTER AND PAUL LEVITZ; ART BY MIKE GRELL, RIC ESTRADA AND MIKE NASSER; COVER BY MIKE GRELL In stores April 9. Reprinting SUPERBOY AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #213-223 and KARATE KID #1, featuring a score of classic Legion foes, including the Fatal Five, Tyroc, the Miracle Machine, the Time Trapper and more! Revisit a classic period of Legion lore! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 232PG, FC $49.99 THE POWER COMPANY #15 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY GARY CHALONER; COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND PRENTIS ROLLINS In stores April 30. Manhunter, the most popular member of the Power Company, travels to Gotham City on a deadly mission. But one thing stands in his way: an angry Dark Knight, who doesn't like armed mercenaries in his town! Featuring the stunningly moody art of Gary Chaloner (Planet of the Apes: Urchak's Folly). FC, 32 PG. $2.75 THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES VOL. 10 HC WRITTEN AND DRAWN BY WILL EISNER In stores April 23. Featuring nearly 200 pages of clasic Spirit adventures originally published from January to June 1945! The Spirit wrangles with jailbreaks, grifters, murderers, and more! Plus, a portfolio of Eisner's military- related artwork produced while he was in the Army! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $49.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SUPER FRIENDS! TP WRITTEN BY E. NELSON BRIDWELL, ALEX TOTH AND KURT SCHAFFENBERGER; ART BY RAMONA FRADON, ALEX TOTH, RIC ESTRADA, BOB SMITH, JOE ORLANDO, VINCE COLLETTA; COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores April 2. Superman! Batman! Wonder Woman! Aquaman! The Wonder Twins! Wendy! Marvin! Wonder Dog! They are the Super Friends, and the comic-book version of the classic cartoon show is spotlighted in this trade paperback, reoffered to coincide with the release of the SUPER FRIENDS! SUPERMAN AND LEX LUTHOR DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET and WONDER WOMAN AND CHEETAH DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET. Featuring a painted cover by Alex Ross, reprinting SUPER FRIENDS #1, 6-9, 14, 21, 27, and LIMITED COLLECTOR'S EDITION #C-41. (STAR13408) SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 ************************** SWEATSHOP #1 WRITTEN BY PETER BAGGE; ART BY BAGGE, STEPHEN DESTEFANO AND BILL WRAY; COVER BY BAGGE In stores April 23. From the creator of the highly acclaimed, outrageously funny Hate! SWEATSHOP tells the uproarious story of Mel Bowling — a nationally syndicated cartoonist who hasn't touched his strip in years. Instead, he uses a stable of aspiring young artists, each with a different career goal. This issue, Mel's nominated for an industry award…one that he'll stop at nothing to win! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 WONDER WOMAN #191 WRITTEN BY WALTER SIMONSON; ART BY JERRY ORDWAY AND P. CRAIG RUSSELL; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores April 23. "The Game of the Gods" continues as Diana's search for her missing memories takes her to Paradise! Has the menace responsible for taking Diana's costume and memories gotten to Themyscira first? And how is this connected to the havoc being unleashed both on Earth and at the center of the universe itself? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE STAR OF THE MONTH A LIFE FORCE SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY WILL EISNER; COVER BY EISNER In stores April 23. Reoffered to coincide with THE SPIRIT ARCHIVES Volume Ten, A LIFE FORCE tells the hard- luck story of a tenement dweller living in the same neighborhood that served as the setting for A CONTRACT WITH GOD. Eisner's everyman Jacob Shtarkah and his family and neighbors come to life in this moving urban portrait. "A LIFE FORCE is easily the best realistic graphic novel I've ever read." — Don Thompson, Comics Buyer's Guide (STAR10038) SC, 8X11, 144PG, FC $12.95 ************************** CARTOON CARTOONS #17 WRITTEN BY ROBBIE BUSCH, JIM ALEXANDER, JESSE MCCANN, BOBBI WEISS AND FRANK STROM; ART BY SCOTT ROBERTS, JEFF ALBRECHT, DAN DAY, ROBERT POPE AND SCOTT MCRAE; COVER BY SCOTT MCNEELY In stores April 23. Hiiiiii, Dexter! Everyone's favorite boy genius joins the all-star cartoon cast of the Cartoon Network anthology! Plus, romantic disaster with Johnny Bravo, and robot wars with Cow & Chicken! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 LOONEY TUNES #101 WRITTEN BY SHOLLY FISCH, SCOTT CUNNINGHAM, EARL KRESS, FRANK STROM AND BILL MATHENY; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ, MIKE DECARLO, NEAL STERNECKY, SCOTT MCRAE, LEO BATIC, RUBEN TORREIRO, WALTER CARZON AND HORACIO OTTOLINI; COVER BY ALVAREZ AND DECARLO In stores April 2. Bugs enters a beauty pageant as Miss Alberquerque, breaking emcee Elmer Fudd's heart — and his skull! Plus, a day in the life of Marvin the Martian's furry sidekick K-9, and Daffy Duck's escapades as soft-boiled detective Mike Mallard! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 MUCHA LUCHA #1 WRITTEN BY EDDIE MORT; ART BY RICARDO GARCIA FUENTES AND MIKE DECARLO; COVERS BY LILI CHIN In stores April 23. Based on the hit Kids' WB! show with stories and covers by its creators! Honor, family, tradition…and donuts! It's the Code of Masked Wrestling, and it's a way of life for best friends Rikochet, Buena Girl and the Flea. As students at the International School of Lucha Libre, they've got to learn to wrestle with skill and wit, develop a special signature move, and still find time just to be kids! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 3) $2.25 THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #37 WRITTEN BY ABBY DENSON; ART BY STEPHANIE GLADDEN, BILL ALGER, ANDREW PEPOY AND MIKE DECARLO; COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores April 16. Rock and roll with the Powerpuff Girls! Sugar, spice, and a butt-kicking back-beat save the day in two rockin' stories! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SCOOBY-DOO #71 WRITTEN BY ROBBIE BUSCH AND RURIK TYLER; ART BY JOE STATON, DAVE HUNT, KAREN MATCHETTE AND SCOTT MCRAE; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores April 9. A be-bop ghost haunting a troubled jazz club has Scooby-Doo singing the blues! Plus, why are jillions of goblins descending on a quiet little town where nothing ever happens? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WILDSTORM 21 DOWN #8 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESÚS SAÍZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO In stores April 2. "Roadside Attractions," Part 1 of 5. In the first installment of this new story arc, downtown Detroit is under siege from an angry weather god, while Mickey and Preston find themselves immersed in the mystery surrounding a young girl's disappearance. Strange things start to happen as Preston's powers begin growing in unexpected ways. With time running out, Preston must determine the connection among an eclipse, the number 19, and a mysterious ring of fire in order to save the missing girl! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE AUTHORITY: TRANSFER OF POWER TP WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR AND TOM PEYER; ART BY FRANK QUITELY, DUSTIN NGUYEN, ARTHUR ADAMS, GARY ERSKINE, TREVOR SCOTT, RICHARD FRIEND, JASON MARTIN, DEREK FRIDOLFS, AND TIM TOWNSEND; COVER BY NGUYEN AND FRIEND In stores April 30. Reoffered to coincide with SUPERMAN: RED SON. Just when the Authority is at the height of its power, in the blink of an eye its members are shattered and defeated. Taking their place is a new team with the same powers, looking vaguely similar, but possessing none of the original team's empathy, kindness, and humanity. Collecting THE AUTHORITY #22-29. (STAR16794) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $17.95 ************************** GEN13 #8 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART AND COVER BY ALÉ GARZA AND SANDRA HOPE In stores April 9. As Caitlin finds herself more and more enraptured with her mysterious new suitor, the kids grow alarmed at the emergence of a new race of beings called the Chrome, who threaten to destroy GEN13! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 GEN13: MEANWHILE… TP WRITTEN BY ADAM WARREN; ART BY YANICK PAQUETTE, ED BENES, RICK MAYS, LEE BERMEJO, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY ADAM WARREN In stores April 2. Adam Warren's groundbreaking run on Gen13 continues (after the stories collected in GEN13: SUPERHUMAN LIKE YOU) with an all-star artist, all-subplot issue, the 2-issue "Failed Universe" saga, and "Uncle Cloud," the in-depth examination of Sarah Rainmaker's family history and weather control powers. These stories are joined by an earlier Adam Warren-written Gen13 story showcasing pencils by Lee Bermejo (BATMAN/DEATHBLOW) and guest-starring Majestic. Plus, bonus art by Jim Lee, J. Scott Campbell, Terry Dodson, Whilce Portacio, Kaare Andrews, Brian Stelfreeze, and more! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH GEN13: SUPER-HUMAN LIKE YOU TP WRITTEN BY ADAM WARREN; ART BY WARREN, ED BENES, CARLOS MOTA, KAARE ANDREWS, VINCE RUSSELL, DEREK FRIDOLFS, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY WARREN In stores April 2. Reoffered to coincide with GEN13: MEANWHILE… TP, SUPERHUMAN LIKE YOU collects the first six issues of writer Adam Warren's run, reprinting GEN13 #60-65 and featuring some of today's finest artists! (STAR15241) SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $12.95 ************************** GLOBAL FREQUENCY #7 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY SIMON BISLEY; COVER BY BRIAN WOOD In stores April 23. "Detonation." Berlin, formerly an island city encased in a concrete reef, a victim of an East/West loggerhead. Today, it's a thriving metropolis — one that shortly will find itself under siege! A terrorist group plans to systematically exterminate high-ranking British, German and Russian intelligence operatives…unless Miranda Zero exterminates them first! FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 12) $2.95 OUT THERE #17 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores April 23. Everything the series has been leading up to begins to unfold at light speed with this all-silent issue! El Dorado City's final fate, the secret of the demise of Draedalus, the hidden dimensional key/talisman, and the final showdown between good and interdimensional evil are all unveiled in startlingly unexpected ways. And, as always, our four teen heroes find themselves stuck smack in the middle between vast cosmic forces for the fate of a multiverse. As the countdown to the ultimate battle begins, time is running out for ED City, the earth and reality itself! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 PLANETARY #16 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores April 30. The acclaimed team of Ellis and Cassaday is back! With The Four momentarily in disarray, Elijah Snow initiates the second part of his comeback plan; to hunt down and discover the truth about Anna Hark, daughter of the criminal genius of the '30s, who died in the Adirondacks with the rest of Axel Brass' associates. Her story begins in medieval China and ends in the spires of modern America! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH PLANETARY: ALL OVER THE WORLD AND OTHER STORIES TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores April 3o. Alan Moore provides the introduction to this handsome collection reprinting PLANETARY #1-6 and the PLANETARY PREVIEW that introduced the team. Re-offered to coincide with PLANETARY #16. (STAR10841) SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $14.95 ************************** THE RESISTANCE #8 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JUAN SANTACRUZ AND FRANCIS PORTELA; COVER BY CHRISTOPHER SHY In stores April 30. The new sci-fi series critics are calling "a fresh spin on classic themes" heads into its eighth issue with the conclusion to a 2-part story focusing on Version Mary. As the past comes back to haunt her, Mary tries to distance herself from the rest of the team, but the Resistance refuses to stay out of the fight! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 ROBOTECH #5 WRITTEN BY TOMMY YUNE AND JAY FAERBER; ART BY LONG VO AND STUDIO XD; COVER BY VO; VARIANT COVER BY CLAUDIO CASTELLINI In stores April 2. While recovering from injuries sustained in his crash, Roy learns the truth about the VF-1 program, and not a moment too soon! A traitor is revealed and attempts to sabotage the program…by hijacking the new Armor 1 space station! Roy must take the Veritech into space in order to salvage the entire program! Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by Long Vo (50%) and Claudio Castellini (50%). FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 6) $2.95 SLEEPER #4 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY SEAN PHILLIPS EYE OF THE STORM. In stores April 16. The game is in full swing and the rules of engagement are clear: wrong is right, black is white, deceit is truth. Tao, in the company of agents Holden Carver and Miss Misery, attend a meeting of the true power on the planet — the wizards behind the curtain. And once Tao's goals are achieved, the world will be a different place…or will it? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES #10 WRITTEN BY MICAH IAN WRIGHT; ART BY WHILCE PORTACIO AND SAL REGLA; COVER BY PORTACIO EYE OF THE STORM. In stores April 9. Khalid Tefibi is the resident computer geek of Team Achilles, a man who prefers the intel side of field work over on-site operations. But now he finds himself at the center of an operation to capture him — and he's on the run in a strange city from a Pentagon-based supergroup. How can this computer nerd hope to survive against the world's mightiest soldiers with no backup from his StormWatch compatriots? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH STORMWATCH VOL. 1: FORCE OF NATURE TP WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY TOM RANEY, PETE WOODS, MICHAEL RYAN, AND RANDY ELLIOTT; COVER BY RANEY AND SANDRA HOPE In stores April 23. Reoffered to coincide with the release of ORBITER, also by Warren Ellis, this trade paperback collects Ellis' debut storyline on the WildStorm team book STORMWATCH — which was the precursor to the fan- favorite series THE AUTHORITY. Reprints STORMWATCH Volume 1 #37-42. (STAR10456) SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $14.95 ************************** THUNDERCATS: THE RETURN #3 WRITTEN BY FORD LYTLE GILMORE; ART AND COVER BY ED BENES AND JOE PIMENTEL; VARIANT COVER BY TOMMY LEE EDWARDS In stores April 16. Is Lion-O too late to save Thundera? Under Mumm-Ra's rule, New Thundera is a dark and treacherous place, where evil lurks around every corner and the Thunderians are broken — maybe forever. Lion- O continues to learn the fates of his friends — beaten and enslaved at Mumm-ra's command — and even runs up against some old enemies in this installment. But Lion-O is not one to accept this situation without a fight and, in this issue, he brings it on! Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by Ed Benes & Joe Pimentel (50%) and Tommy Lee Edwards (50%). FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 5) $2.95 THUNDERCATS/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS WRITTEN BY KAARE ANDREWS; ART BY ANDREWS; COVERS BY J. SCOTT CAMPBELL AND ALEX ROSS In stores April 23. A rollicking crossover between two of the most popular entertainment properties in comics today! The sudden appearance of a mystical portal between Earth and Thundera leads to chaos, confusion and adventure as Lion-O and Mark rally their troops against the combined might of the villainous Zoltar and Mumm-Ra! And look out for the Battle of the Planets/Thundercats one-shot from Top Cow solicited elsewhere in this issue of Previews! For more information, see the feature article. Co-published with Top Cow Productions. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by J. Scott Campbell (50%) and Alex Ross (50%). FC, 48 PG. $4.95 WILDCATS VERSION 3.0 #9 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND; COVER BY NGYUEN AND RIAN HUGHES. EYE OF THE STORM. In stores April 16. With Grifter unable to kick his usual amount of butt, he's got to move before Spartan pulls him from active duty. Of course, that means there could be a new Grifter in town, hand- picked by Cole Cash himself! And you won't believe whom he picks as his temporary successor! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 AMERICA'S BEST COMICS OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 2: BUMPER COMPENDIUM EDITION PARTS 3 & 4 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN O'NEILL In stores April 2. Collecting the sold-out third and fourth issues of THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 2! Alan Moore's classic tale has captivated audiences from the start, yielding a series of sold- out issues. Now, the story of this band of world-famous heroes facing an otherworldly threat from the planet Mars can be enjoyed again! THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN VOL. 2: BUMPER COMPENDIUM PARTS 1 AND 2 is still available from the DC Backlist. (STAR FC, 48 PG. $5.95 ************************ PROMETHEA #26 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY; COVER BY WILLIAMS In stores April 23. "Later." Millennium City, three years later. Draw your own conclusions… FC, 32 PG. $2.95 TOM STRONG #20 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY JERRY ORDWAY AND KARL STORY; COVER BY CHRIS SPROUSE In stores April 9. Part 1 of an exciting new epic 3-part adventure! "What might have been" — just four melancholy words that conjure so many emotions. Four words that suddenly take on new meaning when Tom Strong learns what would have happened — who he would be — if things had been a fraction different. Journey back to the last days of the 19th century, to a time before Tom Strong was born, and learn what can happen in the blink of an eye…in a tale called "How Tom Stone Got Started!" For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 HOMAGE COMICS ASTRO CITY: LOCAL HEROES #2 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores April 9. The bimonthly miniseries continues! Take a trip to Astro City in the early '60s! What happens when a young woman becomes determined to uncover a super-hero's secret identity and nothing is going to stand in her way? Introducing Atomicus, the greatest hero of the atomic age — and showcasing a surprise or two about one of Astro City's modern-day heroes. Find out why this series has been so acclaimed from its inception! FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 5) $2.95 RELOAD #2 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY PAUL GULACY AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI; COVER BY GULACY In stores April 9. Warren Ellis' 3-issue tale of deceit and intrigue in Washington, D.C. continues! Chris Royal has just been through the worst day of his life. Under his watch, the President of the United States has been assassinated; Washington, D.C. is under siege from parties unknown; and no one believes the real culprit behind all the crime is still at large. But with a little help from a friend, Royal is putting the pieces together…and he's learning this crisis goes deeper than he'd first thought! FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 3) $2.95 VERTIGO STAR OF THE MONTH SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE: THE TARANTULA TP WRITTEN BY MATT WAGNER; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY WAGNER In stores April 2. Re-offered to coincide with the release of BATMAN: NEVERMORE, also with art by Guy Davis, this handsome collection reprints SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE #1-4, written by DOCTOR MID-NITE's Matt Wagner. (STAR01004) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 112PG, FC $14.95 ************************** 100 BULLETS #44 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores April 2. "Chill in the Oven" Part 2. Life in prison ain't easy, and for Loop Hughes, just staying alive might be the hardest thing he's ever done. Forced to deal with a psychotic thug looking for some lethal payback and a vicious guard with a chip on his shoulder, things go from worse to worst for Loop when he comes face to face with an animal more savage than anything he's come across behind bars. Which begs the question: How can you watch your back with a broken neck? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 AMERICAN CENTURY #24 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY JOHN SEVERIN; PAINTED COVER BY CHAYKIN In stores March 19. This Western one-shot introduces Harry Kraft's great-grandfather — an Eastern European immigrant who takes on an evil Kansas land baron to help save a little house on the prairie. Special guest-artist John Severin (DESPERADOES: QUIET OF THE GRAVE, Frontline Combat) handles the art chores, with a painted cover by Howard Chaykin. Note: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders have been cancelled. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 BEWARE THE CREEPER #1 WRITTEN BY JASON HALL; ART AND COVER BY CLIFF CHIANG In stores April 16. Get ready for a unique VERTIGO twist on one of DC's strangest characters. In this new 5- issue miniseries by Jason Hall (Pistolwhip) and Cliff Chiang (BATMAN: THE GOLDEN STREETS OF GOTHAM), a bizarre, colorful creature of the night stalks the streets of 1920s Paris: The Creeper. The enigmatic hero has her sights set on the upper class, but what are the true motivations behind The Creeper's actions? For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5) $2.95 BLOOD AND WATER #2 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY TOMM COKER; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores April 9. Judd Winick and Tomm Coker tap the vein of horror as BLOOD AND WATER continues. Adam's best friends are vampires; they're fast, fun and they live forever. A little Kool-Aid, a little blood and Adam is ready to go. But being "made" is the least of his worries when something awakens from the dark, forgotten places of the world. While Adam is busy living it up in his sexy new skin, an ancient monster is stirring…and it smells fresh blood. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 5) $2.95 CODENAME: KNOCKOUT #23 WRITTEN BY ROBERT RODI; ART BY JOHN LUCAS AND ANDREW PEPOY; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores April 2. Final Issue. For decades, G.O.O.D. and E.V.I.L. have waged battle with each other across the globe. Now one of these agencies is brought to a ruinous collapse, never again to rise. Join Angela, Go-Go and their friends for this climactic end of an era — and for the shocking personal revelations that set it all in motion. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. FINAL ISSUE $2.75 FABLES #12 WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY LAN MEDINA AND CRAIG HAMILTON; COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores April 9. Part 1 of a 2-part FABLES caper. She's gorgeous, fashionable and rich…and it's up to Bigby to keep Sleeping Beauty from pricking her finger, or Fabletown will go up in thorns. As if that weren't enough, Bigby has a shadow, in the form of a sleazy reporter intent on exposing the secret society of exiled fairy tale characters. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE FILTH #10 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHRIS WESTON AND GARY ERSKINE; COVER BY CARLOS SEGURA In stores April 30. Following last issue's revelations, it's time to meet Mother Dirt and learn the secret origins of the Hand organization and of life on Earth itself. What are we? Who are we? And why does it have to be this way? Amnesiac Hand officer Ned Slade recovers more horrors from his memory as the pieces of a vast, terrifying jigsaw fall into place. Learn the Hidden History of Existence in THE FILTH #10: "Man Made God." MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (10 OF 13) $2.95 HELLBLAZER #183 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY LEE BERMEJO; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores April 30. "Black Flowers" Part 2 of 2. Now that the door to the land of the dead has been kicked open, a horde of old souls is clawing its way back into flesh — pursued by something much more dangerous. Unfortunately, the cure that John comes up with may be worse than the disease. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 HUNTER: THE AGE OF MAGIC #22 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; COVER BY CHRIS BACHALO In stores April 9. Ever wish you could step into a picture? Wished it were a real place that you could visit and explore…dancing with the nymphs or singing with the angels? Well, here's your chance. An ambitious young artist has been exploring the relationship between art and magic, and at last his dream has become a reality. Now the art galleries of London have become gateways to a thousand alternate worlds and the whole fabric of reality is collapsing. But when art and life collide, there's bound to be trouble... MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG $2.75 LUCIFER #37 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS & RYAN KELLY; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores April 23. Part 2 of the epic 5-part storyline "Naglfar." Sailing beyond heaven, the ship made of dead men's fingernails encounters unborn universes, skeletal angels and deadly tensions among its mismatched crew members. Meanwhile, Lucifer confronts his brother Michael and they embark on a very different journey. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LUCIFER: THE DIVINE COMEDY TP WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS, RYAN KELLY AND DEAN ORMSTON; COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores April 9. Reprinting LUCIFER #21-28, the 192-page THE DIVINE COMEDY finds Lucifer Morningstar continuing work on his magnum opus — a new universe outside of the strictures of our own. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH LUCIFER: A DALLIANCE WITH THE DAMNED TP WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS, DEAN ORMSTON AND RYAN KELLY; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores April 9. Reoffered to coincide with LUCIFER: THE DIVINE COMEDY TP, LUCIFER: A DALLIANCE WITH THE DAMNED finds the Lightbringer hard at work on a New Creation — outside the bounds of any authority but his own, complete with a new pair of inhabitants for a new Garden of Eden. But as he tries his hand at universe-building, back on Earth (and in Hell) schemes and betrayals continue to grow. Reprints LUCIFER #14- 20. (STAR16299) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 160 PG, FC $14.95 ************************* ORBITER HC WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY COLLEEN DORAN In stores April 23. Renowned writer Warren Ellis (THE AUTHORITY, PLANETARY) teams up with indie fave Collen Doran (A Distant Soil) to produce a hardcover graphic novel that explores man's relationship with the last unexplored frontier: space. When a space shuttle missing for a decade zooms back to Earth with seemingly alien modifications and a missing crew, three specialists cheated out of their dreams of spaceflight are the only ones who can unravel the mysteries behind the bizarre situation. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS HC, 7X10, 104PG, FC $24.95 Y: THE LAST MAN #10 WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY PIA GUERRA AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR.; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores April 23. "Cycles" reaches its explosive conclusion with a sibling's madness, a firefight with a stolen helicopter, and a mysterious Russian who bears urgent news. All this, plus a truly startling development from Earth's orbit. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 PARADOX PRESS BROOKLYN DREAMS TP WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART AND COVER BY GLENN BARR In stores April 16. Long out of print, the four-volume Paradox Fiction title BROOKLYN DREAMS returns in a single 384-page softcover volume, bringing the story of 17-year-old Vincent Carl Santini's momentous senior year in high school back to life. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 5X8, 384PG, B&W $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A ON THE ROAD TO PERDITION BOOK ONE: OASIS WRITTEN BY MAX ALLAN COLLINS; ART AND COVER BY JOSÉ LUIS GARCÍA-LÓPEZ AND JOSEF RUBINSTEIN In stores April 2. Filling in the gaps of the ROAD TO PERDITION! This 96-page graphic mystery, the first in a series of three, tells the tales of the dangerous, exhilarating six-month journey undertaken by gangster Michael O'Sullivan and his son, Michael Jr. as they rob banks, evade capture, and seek revenge on Connor Looney. But when Michael Jr. contracts a life-threatening illness, the pair is forced to hide out in an oasis of tranquility. But as they wait out the sickness, the bounty hunters on their trail draw ever closer! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 5X8, 96PG, B&W $7.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ROAD TO PERDITION SC WRITTEN MAX ALLAN COLLINS; ART AND COVER BY RICHARD PIERS RAYNER In stores April 2. This much-demanded Graphic Mystery is reoffered to coincide with the release of ON THE ROAD TO PERDITION BOOK ONE: OASIS. Michael O'Sullivan is a hitman, but he's also an upstanding husband and father of two young boys. When his worlds collide, taking the lives of both his wife and the younger of his sons, O'Sullivan and his surviving son leave their sedate home life behind and embark on a startling father-and- son journey of revenge. Featuring a new introduction by Max Allan Collins. (STAR15955) MATURE READERS SC, 5X8, 304PG, B&W $13.95 ************************** MAD MAD MAGAZINE #429 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores April 2. This month, a MAD first — the all-silent, all-serious issue! Gotcha — April Fool's! Expect even more witty word balloons and general buffoonery! MAGAZINE, 48PG, PC $3.50 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 April-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. CLASSIC TEEN TITANS BOX SET Advance-solicited; in stores August 20. Get the entire Classic Teen Titans lineup in one boxed set, featuring for the first time ever Beast Boy & Beast Boy as a Monkey action figures! The CLASSIC TEEN TITANS BOX SET also includes re-colored versions of the sold-out Raven, Cyborg and Starfire figures! Raven is a vision in her white ensemble while Cyborg, in gold, can destroy anything with his guns-for-hands. The beautiful princess Koriand'r, also known as Starfire, features "light-up action." Touch the button on her belt and her hair and eyes magically light up! Beast Boy, Raven and Cyborg all come with multiple points of articulation and each include a base. These Action Figures are based on a 6" scale with Beast Boy as a Monkey measuring approximately 3" tall. With a new Teen Titans animated series set to debut on Cartoon Network, now is the time to get in on Titans fever with this amazing boxed set! Packaged in a 4-color gift window box. FIGURE SET PI GREEN LANTERN POSTER ART BY JIM LEE & SCOTT WILLIAMS Advance-solicited; in stores August 27. It's Kyle Rayner, the Green Lantern of the 21st century, illustrated by one of comics' hottest art teams! This full-color 24" x 36" poster features a stunning re-colored image of Kyle Rayner by Jim Lee from the cover of GREEN LANTERN #151. POSTER, 24X36, FC $7.95 JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE POSTER ART BY ALEX ROSS Advance-solicited; in stores August 27. In anticipation of November's JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE, the JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE POSTER features a new piece of painted art by fan-favorite Alex Ross created exclusively for DC Direct's poster collection! This is a full-color poster measuring 22"x 34" featuring members of the JLA including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, and Green Lantern! POSTER, 24X36, FC $7.95 JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: GREEN LANTERN WALL PLAQUE SCULPTED BY JOHN G. MATHEWS Advance-solicited; in stores August 13. The fourth in a series! DC Direct's series of sculpted wall plaques based on the super-heroic stars of the hit animated series on Cartoon Network continues! Other heroes featured in this series include Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Superman, Martian Manhunter, and Hawkgirl. This wall plaque, suitable for hanging, is fully sculpted, hand-painted, made of cold-cast porcelain and measures approximately 5" high x 7 1/2" wide x 3" deep. Packaged in a 4-color box. Liven up your walls! Collect all seven! PLAQUE $39.95 STARS OF THE MONTH GREEN ARROW ACTION FIGURE In stores April 2. Re-offered to coincide with the release of GREEN ARROW: QUIVER, the GREEN ARROW ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6" tall and features nine points of articulation and quiver on back. Accessories include bow and three trick arrows (boxing glove arrow, handcuff arrow and drill arrow). Packaged in a new, 4-color blister pack. Retailers please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR10682) FIGURE PI LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES PVC SET In stores April 9. Reoffered to coincide with the LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES ARCHIVES Volume Twelve, this 7- piece PVC set features classic Silver Age interpretations of Legionnaires including: Lightning Lad, Saturn Girl, Cosmic Boy, Chameleon Boy, Mon-El, Braniac Five, and Colossal Boy. Figures range from 3 7/8" to 4 1/8" in height and come packaged in a 4-color window box shaped like the Legion headquarters! Retailers please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR09924) PVC SET (X7) $39.95 PLANETARY: THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE In stores April 30. Re-offered to coincide with PLANETARY #16, THE DRUMMER ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the PLANETARY logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR14268) FIGURE PI PLANETARY: ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE In stores April 30. Re-offered to coincide with PLANETARY #16, the ELIJAH SNOW ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6.25" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the PLANETARY logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR14296) FIGURE PI PLANETARY: JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE In stores April 30. Re-offered to coincide with PLANETARY #16, the JAKITA WAGNER ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6.25" tall, features multiple points of articulation and can be posed on a pegged stand emblazoned with the Planetary logo. Packaged in a 4-color blister pack. Retailers please note: Quantities are limited. Orders may be allocated. (STAR14267) FIGURE PI ****************************** CLASSIC SILVER AGE BATGIRL & THE JOKER DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores August 27. Due to popular demand, DC Direct brings you the Silver Age Batgirl and Joker Action Figures together in one set! The original Batgirl — Barbara Gordon — comes with the Clown Prince of Crime in this classic 1960s-style Deluxe Action Figure Set. Batgirl measures approximately 6" tall and The Joker measures approximately 6 1/2" tall. The set includes a Batarang, a 12" long climbing string "Batrope" with suction cup and a cane accessory for The Joker. It also features a Gotham City rooftop display base that connects with the base from the SILVER AGE BATMAN & ROBIN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET, in stores February 2003. The set is packaged in a 4-color retro-style window box. FIGURE SET PI SUPER FRIENDS! WONDER WOMAN MAQUETTE SCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO Advance-solicited; in stores August 6. DC Direct continues the line of SUPER FRIENDS! MAQUETTES with Wonder Woman! The SUPER FRIENDS! MAQUETTES feature the heroes as they appeared on the legendary Super Friends! animated TV series that aired on network television from 1973 to 1986. The SUPER FRIENDS! WONDER WOMAN MAQUETTE is a limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measuring approximately 8 3/4" tall x 4" wide x 4" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. Collect all five in 2003! Own Super Friends! on DVD & Video from Warner Home Video! MAQUETTE $89.95 DC: SUPERMAN MINI-BUST SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER Advance-solicited; in stores August 20. The Man of Steel heads up the new line of DC mini-busts from DC Direct! Superman is one of the most popular super heroes in the world - a symbol of heroism and bravery at its finest. This SUPERMAN MINI-BUST is a hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain bust measuring approximately 5 1/4" tall with a 2 3/4" base. Packaged in a 4-color window box. MINI-BUST $45.00 IMAGE COMICS THE AGENTS #1 (W) Kevin Gunstone (A) Ben Dunn (Cover) Ben Dunn BW 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: From the ashes of nuclear devastation wrought on the cities of Washington and Moscow thirty years ago, a planet wide protectorate was formed in Britain called The Agency. As The Agency, they enforce their own brand of defensive guardianship through espionage and counteraction, although not all of the Earth is united in this New World Order as individual countries, states and rival organizations threaten to undermine and destroy all The Agency stand for. This Issue: Responsible for the destruction of the twin capital cities, the villainous Professor Daedalus has reappeared on the world stage. Suffering from a fatal tumor, Daedalus is offering his thirty years of scientific research for the benefit of mankind. In answer to Daedalus' message, Nigel Cord, former superspy and head of the Agency's spyschool, is dispatched to South America where he bids to erase the memory of his failed mission against Daedalus years earlier. ANGRY CHRIST COMIX: THE REVISED HARDCOVER EDITION by Joseph Michael Linsner BW 176pp $29.95 Hardcover HARDCOVER LIMITED EDITION Signed and Numbered Edition by creator Joseph Michael Linsner. Limited to 1000 Copies. BW 176pp $39.95 Hardcover In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: Before Joe Linsner gave the world his Goddess of rebirth, Dawn, there was "Cry for Dawn"; a black and white anthology featuring some of the darkest stories to ever see print in the medium of comics. "Angry Christ Comix" collects Linsner's finest work from that early 90's milestone, exploring such contemporary nightmares as AIDS, unplanned parenthood and corporate America. Out-of-print for several years, this new hardcover edition features a revised version of the infamous 22-page "tattoo" story from "Cry for Dawn #2". Lushly painted, all-Linsner artwork illustrates this 176-page collection of perfect bedtime stories for angry young souls. New cover and footnotes by JML. ARIA: THE USES OF ENCHANTMENT #2 (OF 4) (W) Brian Holquin (A) Lan Medina (cover) Jay Anacleto FC 32pp $2.95 Four-issue finite monthly series In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: Somewhere around the corner, just beyond the edge of perception, lies a world you never dreamed existed: A world where creatures of myth and gods long thought dead walk unnoticed among the crowded streets of Manhattan. Aria follows the adventures of Lady Kildare, a faerie princess living in Greenwich Village, and her strange circle of immortal friends. Combining sumptuous illustrations, deeply realized characters and deftly paced narrative, Aria is an unforgettable fairy tale for grown-ups. This Issue: Arriving in a mysterious magic kingdom tucked away in the Catskills, Kildare is the guest of honor at a wondrous feast. We meet a number of unique characters: Hans, a talking Hedgehog; Ember, the Burning Girl; The shadowy Hunter; the remote and icy Queen Joyous -- and a strange being claiming to be Oberon, one-time king of Faerie. But Kildare soon suspects that beneath the foundations of this enchanted land lies a dark and tragic secret. ATHENA INC.TP VOL. I: THE MANHUNTER PROJECT (W) Brian Haberlin (A) Jay Anacleto FC 240pp $19.95 Trade Paperback In stores the week of April 9th. 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 now she's a threat to the security of Athena Inc. and must be dealt with. But who will deal with whom first? Athena Inc: THE MANHUNTER PROJECT collects issues 1-6 of the regular series. This fully self-contained storyline is a perfect starting point for new readers as the regular series continues a new story arc. The collection includes a cover gallery of all alternate covers and a special MAKING OF ATHENA article by Brian Haberlin and Jay Anacleto taking you from the genesis of the idea through every step of the of making the comic…a great bonus for those fans who want to know how it all comes together. This critically acclaimed and fan favorite series collected here for the first time is a guaranteed page-turner. BUNKER by Bruce Mutard BW 96pp $9.95 Graphic Novel In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: Getting through high school is hard enough without being in love with the girl next door, especially when she just likes you only as a friend. Jason has this problem with Annie, but when late one night she sneaks into his room asking to sleep over in his bunk bed every night because she was afraid of a ghost in her room, he thought his luck was about to change. Alas, some mysterious shadow has fallen over Annie and their friendship starts to feel the strain. As he struggles to maintain a balance between his feelings of respect for their friendship and his yearnings for her, he realizes that there may be more to her silly ghost story than he knew and a dark and terrible secret from the past is revealed. The Bunker is a stark tale of adolescent trials and tribulations in modern suburbia where behind the front fence and picture windows lie the troubles of the human heart. CLOCKMAKER #3 (OF 12) (W) Jim Krueger (A) Matt Smith and Zach Howard FC 16pp (Folds out from standard comic size to glossy high-quality CSN/Marvel Treasury Edition size) $2.50 12 issue epic In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: Hidden within a hollow mountain in Switzerland is a giant clockworks. Hundreds of men that never age maintain the old behemoths operation. The clock is the cause and sustainer of the Earth's revolutions. And more, it is the gateway to Heaven itself. Which is why the Clockmaker and her family are about to go through hell. "The mouth is interesting because it's one of those places where the dry outside moves toward the slippery inside" -Jenny Holzer This Issue: Astrid discovers that her father's and brother's deaths may not have been an accident as she comes under attack from a creature spawned in the pits below the clockworks. Plus, Hans begins to wonder how such terrible deaths could happen at the gates of heaven. DEFIANCE #7 (W) Douglas Barre (A)Kano Kang and Zack Suh (Cover) Kano Kang and Zack Suh FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Bimonthly series In stores the week of April 9th. The Concept: The battle lines for the final war between Earth, Hell and Heaven have been drawn... but only the mortal man named Ivan can see them. He has been entrusted with the flaming angelic sword once wielded by Lucifer and all he has to do is to pass it on to Satan's daughter. Unfortunately, she's not interested in getting involved. Even more unfortunately, Satan's son Dirge is. Sometimes the only escape from destiny... is Defiance! This Issue: "The Scabbard" Part three of four—Sipher, the Devil's daughter, is the key to stopping Satan's plans for universal dominion... but when she's attacked by Dirge and his army of demons with only a retired Hellion and a dead man to protect her, well... there's no nice way to put this: she runs away. Meanwhile, both Ivan and Mayor Thibodeaux come to personal crossroads... and one of them makes the wrong decision. So wrong. So very, very, very wrong. DOMINION #4 (W) Ross Richie and Keith Giffen (P) Keith Giffen (I) Dave Elliot (Cover) Keith Giffen and Dave Elliot FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: What if super-heroes had no code of honor? What if they lived to protect themselves alone? What if super-powers corrupted -- absolutely? An alien virus, destroyer of millions of worlds, infects a handful of souls who begin to form a new world order – a dominion. Standing between them and the destruction of the planet is a band of ordinary people armed only with their wits, their courage, and the desperation to survive. This Issue: Fires raging across the night, cars strewn across the street like child's toys. The city a skeleton. Streaked over and landed, feet punching holes in the pavement. Eyes dancing with power, intoxicated by the sheer joy of all the chaos and mayhem. Then he noticed me. FIREBREATHER #4 (OF 4) (W) Phil Hester (A) Andy Kuhn (C) Andy Kuhn FC 32pp $2.95 Four issue finite series In stores the week of April 2nd. The Concept: Divorce is tough for any teenager, but when your mother is a typical suburban soccer mom and your dad is a 300 foot tall, city trampling, battleship devouring monster things get even tougher. This is Duncan Rosenblatt's reality. His mom wants him to get into a good college, his dad wants him to go into the family business, namely conquering the Earth and ascending to his rightful place as king of all monsters. This Issue: Duncan find himself trapped between two lives. Too humane to succeed in his father's world of conquest and battle, but too feral for the world of men, he abandons both and flees into the wilderness. His path is chosen for him when his mother is kidnapped and he must unleash his full fury to save her. Will the monster or the man triumph in the end? G.I. JOE #17 (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Brandon Badeaux (I) John Larter (Cover) Keron Grant & Cory Hamscher FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 16th. 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: During his seven year absence running from the United States government, Cobra Commander found sanctuary with others like him. Dictators, criminals, and corrupt officials. Unknown to them at the time, he was slowly converting THEIR troops to rebuild the Cobra army. Now they want payback, and what better way to do this than by teaming up, and kidnapping two people most likely to know where to find him – Flint and the Baroness! G.I. JOE FRONTLINE #7 (W) Dan Jolly (P) Drew Johnson & Tom Feister (I) Ray Snyder (Cover) Tony Harris FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 9th. 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: Still trapped inside the frozen arctic base with an unknown number of savage, bloodthirsty creatures, four of the Joes -- Duke, Snake Eyes, Scarlett, and Frostbite -- discover clues to the single human survivor lost somewhere deep within the caverns below the complex. Meanwhile, Airtight and Lifeline must deal with the question of Lifeline's possible infection by the creatures... It's explosive action and crawling paranoia as "Icebound" continues. GRRL SCOUTS: WORK SUCKS #3 (OF 4) by Jim Mahfood BW 32pp $2.95 Four-issue finite series In stores the week of April 9th. The Concept: The Grrl Scouts are back! Cute, independent, and full of attitude, Gwen, Daphne, and Rita are three girls doing what they have to do to survive in big bad Freak City. Whether they're painting graffiti, skateboarding, or just hanging out, the Grrls are the respected badasses of their neighborhood. The Grrl Scouts comic book experience mixes fresh artwork, underground hip-hop culture, witty dialogue and social satire into one unique book. See the characters that helped put hot indy artist Jim Mahfood on the map! This Issue: The reality of real jobs sets in as the Grrls settle into their new lifestyles. Rita finds happiness making money off of her art and a possible romance between her and Hectk. Daphne is shocked to learn the true trials and tribulations of working in a club. And Gwen, after being fired from yet another job, finds work at the community youth center. Could this be her true calling or will she simply be corrupting the minds of the youth of Freak City? HEIRS OF ETERNITY #1 (W) Jose L. Torres (P) Jae Tsai (I) Jim Royal (Cover) Jae Tsai FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: Music of the spheres, or the perfect order of art and science, rule our world. But what would you do if this music became discordant? If the cacophony of the cosmos shattered the thin veil of reality and rained the jagged shards of your whole world and all your preconceived notions of Heaven, Hell, good, evil and everything in between down on you, what would you have left? Sorry, but some questions have no answer. This Issue: There are few things worth dying for…Choose wisely. Love and hate are opposite ends of a two edged sword. When five beings take up this sword, they find that perhaps it is more than any one of them can handle. Their modest lives take high-speed turns as they slowly lose control of everything they hold dear. Caught up in the entropy that is extreme emotion, their lives come crashing together. Some may make it out and others… HELLSPAWN #24 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Steve Niles (A) Ben Templesmith FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 23rd. The 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: There is no escaping the shroud that follows the Hellspawn. Living as a semi- human, the Hellspawn has enjoyed an almost-normal life. Now the shadow has him and it will not let go. Will the Hellspawn escape or will he live to serve the darkness and take Earth with him? INVINCIBLE #4 (W) Robert Kirkman (A) Cory Walker (C) Bill Crabtree (cover) Cory Walker & Bill Crabtree. FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 9th. The Concept: Mark Grayson is just like most everyone else his age. He's a senior at a normal American high School. He has a crappy part time job after school and on weekends. He likes girls quite a bit… but doesn't quite understand them. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, and sleeping late on Saturdays… at least until the good cartoons come on. The only difference between Mark and everyone else is that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet, and as of late, he seems to be inheriting his father's powers. Which sounds okay at first, but how do you follow in your father's footsteps when you know you will never live up to his standards? This Issue: In this issue we finally find out what's going on with all those human bombs we've been hearing so much about. Unfortunately, Mark finds himself a hapless victim of a plot for revenge that was set in motion years ago, of which he has nothing to do with! Mark's life begins to take shape, as climactic events and situations cause him to rethink his regular course of action. Trust us, folks, all bets are off. After this one... everything will be different... in a good way, we promise. JACK STAFF # 2 by Paul Grist FC 32 pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series In stores the week of April 2nd. Concept: Jack Staff is Britain's Greatest Hero. At least he was. For years he fought the bad guys and all the weird stuff that followed him around. Then, twenty years ago, he disappeared, and everybody forgot about him. Now he's back, and all the old bad guys and weird stuff have started crawling back out of the woodwork too. They never went away. They just got a little bit more bad and a little bit more weird. This Issue: Twenty years ago, Jack Staff fought Hurricane, the British Army's unstoppable secret weapon, to a standstill. It was the most violent battle Castletown had ever witnessed. Twenty years on and the violence returns to the streets of Castletown as people become more prone to violent outbursts of anger - Rage Attacks - and no one is immune, not even Tom Tom the Robot Man. KARZA #3 (OF 4) (W) Jim Krueger (P) Steve Kurth (I) Ray Snyder (Cover) Steve Kurth F C 3 2 pp $ 2 . 9 5 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 2nd. The Concept: Ryan Archer faces the ultimate question as he must decide whether or not to kill Karza as a child. Meanwhile, the Time Traveler reveals the childhood of Karza, as he learns hard lessons in a hard world. As young Karza grows from slave to scientist, he gains all the tools necessary to become either a great savior or the greatest monster the universe has ever known. If Ryan doesn't stop him, thousands will die, but if he kills Karza, will he be destined to take his place? This Issue Ryan Archer and the mysterious Time Traveller witness Karza's bloody rise to power only to find that forces are conspiring in the future to keep them from changing the past. All this and Archer begins to suspect that his mysterious ally may want Archer's death instead of Karza's. KORE #1 (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Tim Seeley (I) Cory Hamscher Cover A Tim Seeley and Cory Hamscher Cover B Greg Capullo FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 9th. The Concept: Alex Crane has spent much of his life dodging responsiblity. But when a big mistake curses him with the power of the Mantikore, Alex has the weight of two worlds on his shoulders. Alex is sent to a strikingly familiar fantasy world of elves, dwaves and vampires, but one key element is gone. Magic. A stranger in a strange land, and a strange powerful body, Alex must escape from those that would exploit his dark powers. This Issue: An eons old wizard has finally found it...the tomb of the Mantikore...the universe's oldest, darkest power. Or has he? Enter Alex Crane, a slacker college student with a crappy job, and problems with his girlfriend. When Alex blunderingly releases an ancient evil, he'll have more to worry about than rent and his lovelife. KORE #1 introduces the title character and leads into the dark, fun and twsted world of KORE. LIBERTY MEADOWS #31 by Frank Cho BW 32 pp $2.95 Bi-monthly ongoing series In stores the week of April 16th. Concept: Life and love in Liberty Meadows animal sanctuary, where anything and everything can happen. This Issue: Part 2 of the heart wrenching "The Long Cold Winter" story. Trapped in an abandoned cabin as Frank fights for his life, Brandy discovers her true feelings for Frank. Jen complicates things as she wiggles into Frank's love life. And a special guest appearance by the Grim Reaper. New widescreen format. All the comic strips are completely remastered and uncensored. LOVEBUNNY AND MR. HELL: SAVAGE LOVE (W)Tim Seeley (P) Tim Seeley (I) Cory Hamscher (Cover) Erik Larsen and Tim Seeley FC 3 2 pp $ 2 . 9 5 One Shot In stores the week of April 2nd. The Concept: Your favorite 80's cartoon comes back to life... heh, just kidding. Meet the world's most dysfunctional super-duo, Lovebunny and Mr. Hell. Beth Bower, AKA Lovebunny, is a low rent superheroine struggling to realize her dreams in a cutthroat superhero eat superhero world! Having been a sidekick all her life, Lovebunny decides to strike out on her own, pairing with her unlikely partner/pet/annoyance, Mr.Hell-a cranky, eternally hungry demon. It's a superhero-romance-action-sitcom that you NEED to read! This Issue: The Savage Dragon hits the Twin Cities on a promotional tour, and his biggest fan, Lovebunny is there to meet him. The Dragon faces his biggest battle since...ummm...the last issue of the Savage Dragon as he faces...comic book fans. Meanwhile Lovebunny goes toe to toe with gothy cyber chick, Industrielle, in a comic book store showdown. Yeah, we got it all, man. But Wizard still hasn't called...maybe they have the worng number. It could happen. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE VOL. II #2 (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (I) Marco Failla Cover A - Emiliano Santalucia Cover B – JJ Kirby NOTE: Retailers, please see order form for incentive program. FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the onslaught of Skeletor 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 re-launched for a new era. This Issue: Skeletor's plans go awry, and his desperation could result in catastrophic consequences. Can He-Man and the Masters stop Skeletor before one warrior makes the ultimate sacrifice to keep hope alive on Eternia? But the Masters always win and no one gets hurt, right? Wrong... MCFARLANE'S SPORTS PICKS: DETROIT RED WINGS 3-PACK McFarlane Toys With the success of our hockey figures, a Red Wings special was a no-brainer. This deluxe, limited-edition three-pack features No. 19 Steve Yzerman, No. 17 Brett Hull and No. 31 Curtis Joseph, all in official Red Wings uniforms. All bases, equipment and goal are included. (#73110) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI MICRONAUTS #7 (W) Dan Jolley (P) Stefano Caselli (I) Barb Shulz (Cover) Stefano Caselli FC, 32pp $2.95 Monthly ongoing series In stores the week of April 2nd. 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: Having defeated the bounty hunter Ordaal and taken his ship, the Sunreaver, the Micronauts try to rendezvous with a contact that will tell them what Baron Karza's next move is. What they actually meet in the depths of outer space, however, stuns them all... Featuring the judgement of Azura Nova and a shocking visitation by a Time Traveler, the Micronauts' saga continues in "Star Chamber." MIRACLEMAN LIMITED EDITION RESIN FIGURE McFarlane Toys It's a miracle, man. One of the most-anticipated moments of the year is showing up early. Miracleman… by McFarlane Toys. This boxed limited-edition resin figure includes a base and stands approximately 12 inches tall. Miracleman is the first in a series of resin statues from McFarlane Toys in 2003. Get in on the action early… this one will be hot. (#13210) (CAUT: 4) Statue PI MOVIE MANIACS 5: LEGEND, LORD OF DARKNESS DELUXE FISHTANK McFarlane Toys The most popular figure from 2002's Movie Maniacs Series 5 lineup has been reproduced in very limited quantities in a deluxe fishtank. The figure is the same as last year, includes all accessories and features an added custom base inside the acrylic display case. (#17707) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI MUTANT EARTH TP VOL. I: TRAKK (W) Stan Winston and Francis Takenaga (A) Philip (Taleweaver) Tan (Cover) Simon Bisley FC 128pp $16.95 and $39.95 Trade Paperback LIMITED S&N SPECIAL EDITION Featuring an exclusive interactive multiplatform CD showcasing behind the scenes at the Stan Winston Studios. FC 128pp $39.95 Trade Paperback In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: Trakk came into a world bathed in blood. He travels the scorched remains of the earth to find the Helmet of Kyldran, rumored to hold the very balance between good and evil. Others -- some not of this world -- seek its awesome power as well. On this ruined planet, hope is the most precious gift of all, and a timeless warrior can only be saved by the subtleties of his own humanity. Issues 1-4 of the SOLD OUT Mutant Earth Saga collected for the first time in one issue. A complete story and the perfect place to prime new readers for the new TRAKK series coming later this year. Think of this collection as our sequel to the upcoming series and can provide invaluable incite into the character of Trakk and his history spanning curse and struggles. And as a very special bonus this collection features an interview with multiple Academy Award winner creator Stan Winston on the creative process and a sneak peek at Trakk's design and sketchbook by master artists Simon Bisley and Philip Tan. Put on your armor and helmet…this one kicks ass! The SPECIAL EDITION includes an exclusive interactive multiplatform CD with a behind the scenes look at Stan Winston's, Academy Award winning, creature creation studio. Learn about the creative magic that goes on at the home of JURASSIC PARK, TERMINATOR, PREDATOR and countless more amazing creations. The CD features video interviews with Stan Winston and other artists at his famed studio, the making of the MUTANT EARTH toys from sketches to sculpts, a step by step the creation of a digitally painted Simon Bisley cover for the book and much more. This is a unique opportunity to see behind the doors of the industries top creature creation studio. Each book is signed and numbered by Stan Winston himself and is sure to be a collector's item. MYTHSTALKERS #2 (W) Douglas Barré (A) Jiro (Cover) Jiro FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 2nd. The Concept: The myths are coming back. Trolls and faeries, giants and dragons, monsters and gods are no longer merely the stuff of legend. It's 1894, and in the dark corners and shadows of the world the myths are alive once more. The only hope to discover the truth is the Society for Cryptozoological Research, an explorers club dedicated to investigating and understanding the reappearance of creatures that " Should Not Be". Three things stand in their way: ancient gods with a sinister agenda, the mysterious disappearance of the last Society... and the British Empire. This Issue: The Mythstalkers' journey to the Labyrinth at Crete takes an unfortunate turn as they encounter the ghost pirates known as The Cheated. Of course, that's not nearly as bad as being shipwrecked on the island of the legendary Cyclops. Back in England things aren't much better. The time traveler, Coble, tightens his grip on London, and British mobsters, Batson and Quill, meet their new boss... the faerie witch, Valende. Confused? You won't be... if you read this issue of Mythstalkers! PARADIGM # 8 (W) Matt Cashel (P) Jeremy Haun & Seth Merriman (I) William Haun BW 40pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: A soap opera charting the final generation of mankind as we understand it. Where every scene counts and the status quo of times past is forgotten. Starring an ensemble cast and focusing on both their individual and connecting lives, Paradigm is a personal, yet epic exploration of a world where passions, nazis (what?), irish pubs, government cabals, talking cats, and naked shadow sprites that look like Woody Allen thrive. The barriers of reality are thinning as we sleep. Fight for the sitcom and stop the POP evolution today! This Issue: "SWIRLY THINGS"—Summer goes on the lamb,Andrew Dreiser returns, and Dick gets naked. Seth Merryman writer/artist/creator of the world's most influential comic book, "SWIRLY THINGS" finds his writing day circling the drain when Dick (leader and co-founder of the Presidents of the Apocalypse-and defender against the evolution invasion) arrives on his front door step; guns drawn, unconcious beauty thrown over his shoulder and a squad of militants on his tail. All this and Andrew Dreiser finds poison gas under the local "MeatyBurger". POWERS #31 (MR) (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Michael Avon Oeming FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 23rd. 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. This year Bendis scored the comic book trifecta by winning the Wizard Fan Award, Comics Buyer's Guide Fan Award and Eisner Award for 'Best Writer.' This Issue: THE SHOCKING NEW POWERS STORYLINE! "Forever Man": Part One—Yeah this is where we pretty much shock the crap out of you! Powers takes a dizzying 180 degree turn and we present our largest scale storyline yet. If this storyline were a movie, it wouldn't be... because the budget would be insane. This is an epic of the largest scale. Old school Powers fans will be thrilled with the full tilt boogie, while others looking for a jump on, looking for something new in their big pile of homogenized superhero comics, will be relieved to finally find something. Notice how we didn't tell you the hook. Well, the title says a lot, and anything past that will give it away. Also, miss your letter columns? We have one of the biggest and brashest right here. REX MUNDI #3 (W) Arvid Nelson (A) Eric Johnson FC, 32pp $2.95 Bimonthly ongoing series In stores the week of April 9th. The Concept: Paris, 1933. Europe is still in the grip of feudalism, sorcerers stalk the streets at night, and secret societies vie for power. It is the world of REX MUNDI. This Issue: The Archbishop and the Pimp The Holy Inquisition visits Dr. Saunière in his apartment, and he is dragged before the Archbishop for a brutal lesson on power in Paris. In other corridors of power Genevieve, Julien's ex-lover, reveals the reason for her renewed interest in Julien. Later, Julien confronts a dangerous thug about the missing scroll, and another layer of the mystery is revealed. And by issue's end, the body count rises by one… ROTOGIN: JUNKBOTZ #1 (OF 8) (W) Jason Lee (A) J. Korim (I) GJ Aguila Cover A by Jason Lee Cover B by J. Korim FC 32pp $2.95 Eight Issue bi-monthly finite series In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: Rotogin battles have been banned in Nalus City for the past 8 years. However, there is an underground organization known as the U.B.B., which sets up illegal robot tournaments using the city as their battleground. Building her own robot, Kaylin Dakota enters into the shady world of illegal robot battles and underground gambling, in the hope of saving her friend's life. His fate lies in the hands of this young girl and her junk bot. This Issue: When Asper doesn't show up for dinner, Kaylin makes her way to his auto shop with his dinner in hand. When she arrives at the shop, she finds that it has been taken over by Asian gangsters and turned into a battle location for the U.B.B. Hiding in the front row to a rumble of lightweight robot's, Kaylin learns some of the inner workings of the U.B.B. organization and just who is behind the scenes. SAMMY: TOURIST TRAP #3 (OF 4) by Azad B&W, 32pp $2.95 Four-issue monthly finite series In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: Samuel Little is one of the world's best catburglars. He's also one of the unluckiest person's on the planet! His only saving grace is his sidekick, Lucky: an over- protective black cat that appears to have turned his misfortunes around... well, sort of. Barely 2 weeks out of jail, Sammy breaks his parole to take a gig in sunny Acapulco. However, unforeseen circumstances leave Sammy stranded south of the border fighting for his life. This Issue: FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! Having finally learned the truth about who is behind his recent woes, Sammy takes it upon himself to exact revenge on those responsible in his own unique way... Well , maybe not so unique... It involves a lot of punching, kicking, biting, scratching and such. All that and a bag of nuts! SAVAGE DRAGON #110 By Erik Larsen Backup by Erik Larsen and Mark Englert FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: In a world where monsters dwell, Savage Dragon and his family fight to make the world a better place. This Issue: Lost in Dimension-X!! The Dragon and his family are hurled into the Void and must fight for their lives against the deadly menaces found therein. Meanwhile, Dragon's allies franticly search to find them! But what the heck—Angel gets out of having to do her homework so it's not ALL bad! Plus a NEW Mighty Man feature IN ADDITION to a full length Savage Dragon feature written and inked by erratic Erik Larsen and pencilled by marvelous Mark Englert! Over 30 pages of comic book goodness for the same low price! The biggest bargain in comics! Mighty Man is stalked by a foe determined to strip him of his powers—forever! SHADOWS #2 (W) Jade Dodge (A) Matt Camp FC 32pp $2.95 Bi-Monthly ongoing series In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: In the space between fantasy and reality lies the realm of the unknown. Four paranormal investigators have set out to explore this world and bring to light those things that hide in the shadows. But they find, along the way, that some creatures that live in the shadows will do anything to keep it that way. This Issue: What began as a routine Bigfoot expedition has quickly transformed itself into a fight for survival. When information of a menacing threat is brought to their attention, the team must decide if saving the life of one is worth risking their own. And while the presence of a well-informed stranger becomes indispensable, the presence of a hostile element could prove to be fatal. SOUL OF A SAMURAI #1 (OF 4) by Will Dixon BW 48 pp $ 2 . 9 5 Four issue finite series In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: In order to achive his ultimate goal of enlightenment, a young samurai is forced to face his four inner deamons, each of whom represent a different piece of his soul. With each new discovery bringing more agony than bliss, he realizes that sometimes knowledge of the self can come at a high price when you are your own worst enemy. This Issue: The journey begins when the eldest son in a samurai family forsakes rank and duty in favor of a spiritual quest. Soon the reprecussions from such a rash decision become clear, but it is too late to turn back now. The doorways into his soul have begun to open whether he is ready or not, and what is inside them remains to be seen. SPAWN #133 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 April 30th. The 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: "God is a Bullet, Part 3"—Held captive in a rotting prison in a distant war- torn nation, a broken and battered Al Simmons clings desperately to life. He came here to kill a tyrant -- a tyrant he had a hand in making -- but so far things haven't gone as planned. Now the betrayal of an old friend has put his life in peril. But Simmons still has one ace up his sleeve. Its name: Spawn. SPAWN REBORN: REPAINT ACTION FIGURES McFarlane Toys Limited-edition redecorations of six of the most interesting and visually appealing Spawn action figures from the last several years. * Curse of the Spawn * Clown 3 * Manga Freak * Raven Spawn * Redeemer * Wings of Redemption Spawn. (#13110) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI STRANGERS #2 (OF 6) (W) J.-M. & Randy Lofficier (P)Manuel Garcia (II) Eduardo Alpuente Cover A - Manuel Garcia Cover B – Stephane Roux FC 32pp $2.95 Six issue monthly finite series In stores the week of April 30th. The Concept: HOMICRON: a NASA physicist whose body is inhabited by a powerful alien; STARLOCK: the former servant of awesome cosmic entities, now a fugitive; FUTURA: a mysterious woman from another dimension; JALEB: the secretive agent of a race of telepaths; JAYDEE: the deadliest killing machine in the universe; These are STRANGERS to our world, brought together by Tanka, an "invariant" empowered by an unfathomably distant future to safeguard our time. This Issue: ("In the Inwards of the Night...") In the orbiting space station, Homicron, Starlock and Futura join the forces of Clash to do battle with Astaroth who plots to blackmail Earth with the deadly weapons stored in its cargo. In Paris, Tanka shares his knowledge of events to come with the comatose JALEB. However, all is not what it seems, as a new villain is revealed, one who was secretly pulling manipulating Astaroth all along: the deadly Tarantula. TECH JACKET #6 (W) Robert Kirkman (A) E.J. Su (Cover) E.J. Su FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 9th. 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: With the Geldarian/Kresh war resolved, Zack is trying to settle back into his normal teenaged life on Earth. It's a tough transition, especially when you're under constant attack! It seems word has gotten out about Zack, and it's drawing some rather unsavory characters to earth. It's up to our hero to keep our world safe from these otherworldly menaces. Looks like Zack's going to have trouble finding time to study for that math quiz... but, at least he's got his priorities straight. VENTURE #4 (W) Jay Faerber (A) Jamal Igle (Cover) Jamal Igle FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of April 2nd. The Concept: Enterprising young reporter Reggie Baxter has found the story of the century in Joe Campbell, a superhuman immortal with a "Good Samaritan" complex. Problem is, Joe wants to avoid the spotlight at all costs. Undaunted, Reggie comes up with a compromise: Joe will create a super-hero identity, and Reggie will document his activities. Now the attention-starved Reggie and the publicity-shy Joe have to work together to make this business venture succeed. This Issue: Venture is attacked by his arch-enemy, Argus. So why has he never heard of this guy before? And will an appearance by a vacationing Celeste Noble help -- or hinder -- Reggie's plans for Joe? WHIZ KIDS #1 (W) Gary Carlson, Ed DeGeorge (A) Jeff Austin, Chris Samnee, Chris Irving (I) Jeff Wiegel (Cover) Jeff Austin BW 48pp $4.95 One shot special In stores the week of April 23rd. The Concept: It's hard enough being a teenager without the added responsibilities of learning how to save the world and keep a secret identity secret. Friends make life bearable, so kid sidekicks Galahad, Cyclone and Moray banded together as the wondrous WHIZ KIDS, who were soon joined by Thunder Girl. This one-issue special from Big Bang Comics showcases stories from the beginning, middle and end of the team. This Issue: It's Spring Break and the fab foursome head for Florida for fun in the sun, but find a commotion in the ocean as the villainous GREAT BLACK SHARK is kidnapping vacationing college students and pressing them into slavery! Also, the now grown WHIZZARDS must protect the Statue of Liberty and deal with new teammate HOT PINK who doesn't follow orders. Plus a death in the family! Top Cow Productions BATTLE OF THE PLANETS MONTH!! BATTLE OF THE PLANETS/THUNDERCATS – "TRUST" (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Alvin Lee (C) Udon G-Force takes a mission to save a planet that is under attack by Spectra. The planet is New Thundera, home of the coveted ore, Thundrillium. Upon arrival, G-Force meets some unexpected allies who are also trying to fight off Spectra and save their planet – the Thundercats! When these two teams join forces, nothing can stand in their way and you're DEFINITELY going to want to see this explosive issue! Featuring a 50-50 cover split with art by Alex Ross and J. Scott Campbell. FC, 48pg $4.99 one shot special BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #9 (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C ) UDON MARK VS. ZOLTAR! Need we say more? Featuring a painted cover by Alex Ross. FC, 32pg $2.99 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: MARK (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) TBA Colonel Cronus is a famous war hero whose aerial prowess is world renown. Mark, the leader of G-Force, idolizes Cronus while simultaneously hating his own father for abandoning him. But no one is perfect and there are secrets that even our heroes hide – even men as great as Colonel Cronus. FC, 32pg $2.99 one shot special BATTLE OF THE PLANETS BATTLE BOOK (W) Jason Hoffieus For authorized personnel only! This is the essential sourcebook for G-Force fans. Get inside Chief Anderson's files to read the inside scoop on your favorite Battle of the Planets characters, and learn more about the world ofG-Force! Also includes G-Force pin ups by Top Cow artists! FC, 48pg $4.99 one shot special MACE: BOUNTY HUNTER #1 (W) Chris Oprisko/David Wohl (P) Cedric Nocon (I) Sal Regla ( C) Brian Buccellato Mace Griffin has had a hard life. Driven from his family home by the corrupt Enforcers, Mace joins up with the peace-keeping force known as The Rangers. But before Mace can use his training to it's fullest, he is framed for the death of his Ranger squad. Mace now has to face 5 years in a dangerous prison. If he survives his sentence, there is only one place left to turn, only one last hope of righting all the wrongs in his life. That hope is with the Bounty Hunters Guild, and with a new life, as Mace Griffin: Bounty Hunter. Based on the hit video game from Universal Interactive!! FC, 32pg $2.99 one shot special RISING STARS: BRIGHT #3 (W) Fiona Avery (P) Dan Jurgens (I) Jason Gorder (C) John Starr "Civilian Casualties": Part 3—Matthew Bright has been set-up by The Shepherd of Death, the serial bomber terrorizing the streets of New York. Familiar faces from Matt's past surface as the world of his former self, Brendan Miller, collapses around him. But his precinct isn't ready to turn their back on him yet, and in a surprising show of unity, they reinstate Matthew to the ranks of Police Officer. But can Matthew solve the case of The Shepherd of Death before the ultimate price is paid? FC, 32pg $2.99 Part 3 of 3 TOMB RAIDER #29 (W) John Ney Reiber (P) Gerardo Sandoval (I) Jonathan Sibal (C) JD Smith Lara's back--and she's really pissed off! In her absence, her nemesis, Lord Vymes has laid claim to everything she ever owned or held dear. But Lara has just been to hell and back and NOTHING is going to stop her from coming for Vymes and taking back what is hers. This is personal! FC, 32pg $2.99 continuing series TOMB RAIDER JOURNEYS #12 (W) Fiona Avery (P) Manny Clark (I) Marlo Alquiza (C) Tyson Wengler "Settling Old Scores" – Part 12"CROSSROADS"—Lara Croft returns from the Maori Underworld with information about her mentor's killer, Carleton. She promises Myles that she will take care of his killer because Myles must remain in the Underworld despite his desire for revenge. But killing Charles Carleton goes against everything Lara Croft stands for. Will she avenge her mentor and pull the trigger? And what will the spirits of the dead do if she fails to avenge one of them? This is the final chapter in the Tomb Raider: Journeys series. Don't miss it! FC, 32pg $2.99 Part 12 of 12 WITCHBLADE #64 (W) David Wohl (P) Francis Manapul (I) Jason Gorder (C) John Starr As Sara and Magdalena dig deeper into the mysterious homicide, they find themselves embroiled in the mysterious world of the Kabbalah. Someone has tapped into a great evil and the girls need to stop them before it's too late. They also run into the First Church of Holy Prosperity and Level 42, who are very interested in the Magdalena... FC, 32pg $2.99 continuing series MARVEL COMICS Tsunami NAMOR #1 Cover by Mizuki Sakakibara Bill Jemas & Andi Watson (w), Mizuki Sakakibara (a) THE PRINCE OF ATLANTIS IS BACK! Beneath the waves, well out of sight from human land dwellers, lies the undersea empire of Atlantis, and its heir is a young hero who yearns for the world above water even as he struggles to maintain his undersea birthright. Japanese manga sensation Mizuki Sakakibara brings the exotic undersea world of young Prince Namor to life in all of its lush and delicate splendor, and writers Bill Jemas (ORIGIN, ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN) and Andi Watson (BREAKFAST AFTER NOON) weave a romantic tale of a young hero who finds love above the waves while gradually coming to terms with who he is. 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/ALL AGES…$0.25! NAMOR #2 Cover by Mizuki Sakakibara Bill Jemas & Andi Watson (w), Mizuki Sakakibara (a) Namor #1 is just 25 cents! Be sure to stock-up on issue #2! Things get complicated for young Prince Namor when he meets a beautiful land-dwelling girl! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.25 VENOM #1 Cover by Sam Kieth Daniel Way (w)/Francisco Herrera (p) Venom's back and has popped up near the Arctic Circle, leaving a trail of dead bodies in his wake. Now able to jump from host-to-host with the greatest of ease, Venom is on the run from mysterious forces, each with their own agenda for the elusive alien. But is this the same Venom that we've come to know and fear? How does Eddie Brock figure in this? A big budget, sci-fi/horror, rollercoaster ride that reintroduces one of Spider-Man's most deadly foes into the Marvel Universe. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 SENTINEL #1 Cover by UDON Sean McKeever (w)/UDON (p) "SALVAGE" Part 1 Juston Seyfert is about to make a discovery that will change his life: the ravaged remains of a giant robot buried in his family's salvage yard! But what could a downtrodden, disillusioned high school sophomore possibly do with a 30-foot tall engine of destruction? Anything he wants! "SENTINEL is a teen sci-fi drama about finding your voice, learning to stand up for yourself without being irresponsible, and discovering what it means to be a hero in the 21st century," says writer Sean McKeever. "Oh yeah, it's also about a boy and his giant robot." 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 HUMAN TORCH #1 Cover by Skottie Young Karl Kesel (w)l/Skottie Young (p) "BURN" Part 1. Deep inside, Johnny Storm has a burning desire for … something … and not just when he bursts into flame as the Human Torch. Though rich, famous & privy to sights and experiences most people can't imagine, something's missing - A direction. A purpose. A spark… Writer Karl Kesel and future superstar artist Skottie Young reignite that spark and redefine the FF's youngest, most impetuous member. Now more fire-like than ever, Johnny is capable of great warmth, and even greater fury. Is he always on the edge of exploding into a raging inferno, or just having so much fun he wants everyone to think so?! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 MYSTIQUE #1 Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner Brian K. Vaughan (w)/Jorge Lucas (p) "DEAD DROP GORGEOUS" Part 1 Mystique can be anything you want her to be… In a world of intrigue and seduction, where mutants are feared and hated and the X-MEN are not enough to protect them, Mystique uses her shape-shifting abilities to further her own mutant rights agenda. And to get want she wants, she's not afraid to do WHATEVER's necessary. Mystique's true motives are put to the test in this brand new beginning for the mutant chameleon. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 RUNAWAYS #1 Cover by Jo Chen Brian K. Vaughan (w)/Adrian Alphona (p) At some point in their lives, all young people believe that they have something to runaway from home for? But what if it they REALLY do? When six young friends discover that their parents all share a deep, dark secret, the shocked teens find strength in one another and together run away from their homes and straight into the adventure of their lives. Smallville meets Harry Potter in this all-ages action/adventure series. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 X-Men WOLVERINE #189 Cover by Esad Ribic Daniel Way (w)/Staz Johnson (p) Part 2 of a 2-part story by guest writer Daniel Way and guest artist Staz Johnson. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 WOLVERINE: X-ISLE #1-5 Covers by Jorge Lucas Bruce Jones (w)/Jorge Lucas (p) Super-hot writer Bruce Jones (INCREDIBLE HULK) delivers the X-Men's lone wolf as you've never seen him before! At a carnival with his stepdaughter Amiko, Wolverine shows a violent side of himself that sends the young girl running. Unable to face what he's done, Wolverine is propelled into a soul-searching adventure he may not be able to escape. What did he do? What did young Amiko see? The mystery begins here! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 (each) X-MEN MOVIE ADAPTATION Cover by Michael Mayhew Chuck Austen (w)/Patrick Zircher (p) The adaptation of one of 2003's biggest blockbusters! Check out one of the summer's most anticipated films before its release! 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.50 ULTIMATE X-MEN #32 Cover by Adam Kubert Mark Millar (w)/Adam Kubert (p)/Danny Miki (i) It's the Ultimate fate of the Ultimate X-Men as humanity itself teeters on the edge of extinction and a new world order is waiting in the wings. The entire ULTIMATE X-MEN series has led up to this can't-miss issue! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.25 MARVEL MUST-HAVES: ULTIMATE WAR Cover by Chris Bachalo Still Available! Collecting three hot, sold-out issues – ULTIMATE WAR #1, ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #33 & ULTIMATE X-MEN #26! 80 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$3.99 UNCANNY X-MEN #421 Cover by Chris Bachalo Chuck Austen (w)/Ron Garney (p) Part 1 of 2 of a brand new story arc just in time for the X-Men movie! The X-Men face off against Alpha Flight! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UNCANNY X-MEN #422 Cover by Philip Tan Chuck Austen (w)/Ron Garney (p) Part 2 of 2 X-Men vs. Alpha Flight continues in this double-sized issue! 48 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.50 (Note Price) NEW X-MEN #139 & 140 Covers by Phil Jimenez Grant Morrison (w)/Phil Jimenez (p) "MURDER AT THE MANSION" Parts 1 & 2 (of 3) A perfect jumping-on point, drawn by fan-favorite Phil Jimenez! Bishop and Sage from the X-Treme X-Men guest star! Does an X-Man die? Will they be able to find the killer? 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 (each) X-STATIX #10 Cover by Philip Bond Peter Milligan (w)/Philip Bond (p) Special issue: "The Diaries of Edie Sawyer!" Your favorite team-member is back! Or IS she..? By special guest artist Philip Bond! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) WEAPON X #8 Cover by Georges Jeanty Frank Tieri (w)/Georges Jeanty (p) "THE UNDERGROUND" Part 2 (of 6) Soldier X, Domino, Meltdown, and the other members of the Underground resistance attempt to unravel the mystery of Neverland. What length will the Director go to in order to protect his sinister secret? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) X-TREME X-MEN #24 Cover by Salvador Larroca Chris Claremont (w)/Salvador Larroca (p) A special stand-alone issue featuring the return of CANNONBALL to the pages of the X- Men! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 GOD LOVES, MAN KILLS REPRINT EDITION Cover by Brent Anderson Chris Claremont (w)/Brent Anderson (p) The monumental X-Men tale that inspired X2! A special comic book reprint of perhaps THE preeminent X-Men story, this tale of the team's battle against the fear and hatred of the anti-mutant movement serves as the basis for this summer's blockbuster X-Men movie sequel. The special edition also features a look back at the original landmark graphic novel by writer Chris Claremont and a preview of a very special upcoming new X-Men project. 72 PGS/FC/Marvel PG…$4.99 X-MEN: RONIN #3 & 4 (OF 5) Covers by Tommy "Slayers" Ohtsuka J. Torres (w)/Makoto Nakatsuka (a) Marvel's Mutant Manga Madness Continues! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) AGENT X #10 Cover by Juan Bobillo & Marcelo Sosa Evan Dorkin (w)/Juan Bobillo & Marcelo Sosa (a) Part 1 of 2! What will Agent X do when he's hired to kill a man who wants to die but can't be killed? And why's that funny? Comics' funniest writer Evan Dorkin tells you why! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) SOLDIER X #10 Cover by Igor Kordey Karl Bollers (w)/Arthur Ranson (p) Soldier X brings the battle to United States soil, fighting the very idea of a racist militia by any means necessary! The more important question: for a proselytizing Nathan, will he destroy the racists, or turn them to his will? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) X-MEN UNLIMITED #45 Cover by Phil Noto Chuck Austen (w)/Pop Mhan (p) A tie-in with this month's UNCANNY X-MEN. Alpha Flight's in full force, and expanding their roster! Witness the birth of Vindicator's and Guardian's baby! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 X-MEN UNLIMITED #46 Cover by David Finch Ian Edgington, Bruce Jones (w)/ Simon Bisley, Sin Nagasawa (p) A Wolverine blowout issue! Marvel's bad boy is back in true lethal form in two hardcore stories! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 EXILES #25 Cover by Randy Green Judd Winick (w)/Kev Walker (p) "WITH AN IRON FIST" Concludes! Gambit and his reality-hopping team, Weapon X, face off against the Inhumans! But who will be left standing at the end of this epic battle? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) Spider-Man ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #39 Cover by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p)/Art Thibert (i) The aftermath of the Vemon Saga! Peter pays an unexpected visit to Nick Fury and gets some unexpected answers. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.25 SPIDEY & THE MINI MARVELS Cover by Chris Giarrusso Chris Giarrusso (w & i) Exploding from the panels of the BULLPEN BITS comic strip, here come the MINI- MARVELS in their very own full-length comedy/adventure one-shot. In the first of 2 stories, Spidey and Venom face off… for the right to have the biggest paper route! And in the second story, Wolvie wakes up to discover that his teammates, the X-Men, have betrayed him … They've finished off the last of his breakfast, leading Wolvie into a quest to the supermarket! (Rush solicited for sale in March!) 40 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$3.50 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #55 Cover by Francisco Herrera Zeb Wells (w)/Michael O'Hare (p) Part 3 of a 3-part story 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 SPIDER-GIRL#59 Cover by Pat Olliffe Tom DeFalco (w)/ Ron Frenz (p) "SEASON OF THE SERPENT" Part 6 of 6 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES..$2.99 (Note Price) AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #52 Cover by J. Scott Campbell. J. Michael Straczynski (w)/ John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (i) Part 2 of a 3-part story. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 Marvel Knights/Max DAREDEVIL #46 Cover by Alex Maleev Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Alex Maleev (p) "HARDCORE" Part 1 A classic Daredevil villain comes calling in this start of a new story arc. Can Daredevil take the heat? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 ELEKTRA #21 & 22 Painted Covers by Greg Horn Greg Rucka (w)/Carlos Meglia (a) Elektra vs. The Hand: The final showdown! (Note: These are both resolicitations – all previous orders for Elektra #21 & #21 have been canceled). 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.99 (each) PUNISHER #24 & 25 Covers by Tim Bradstreet Garth Ennis (w)/Tom Mandrake (a) "HIDDEN" Parts 1 & 2 (of 3) Tom Mandrake comes on board to illustrate one of Garth Ennis' most terrifying Punisher stories ever! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.99 (each) CAPTAIN AMERICA #12 Cover by John Cassaday John Ney Rieber & Chuck Austen (w)/Jae Lee (a) "ICE" Part 1 Jae Lee takes over art for Captain America! A mysterious package makes Captain America question is past, his memories and himself. 32 PGS. WITH ADS /FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 RAWHIDE KID #4 & 5 (OF 5) Covers by Darwyn Cooke (#4), J. Scott Campbell (#5) Ron Zimmerman (w)/John Severin (p) Marvel's newest surprise media sensation continues, as featured on CNN's Crossfire, the Howard Stern Show, Fox News and in The New York Times, The New Yorker, the Associated Press, and The Chicago Sun-Times. 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) ALIAS #21 Painted Cover by David Mack Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Michael Gaydos (a) "THE UNDERNEATH", Part 6 (of 6) Jessica continues to dig deeper into the disappearance of Mattie Franklin, the young Spider-Woman who invaded her home in this conclusion of "THE UNDERNEATH". But when an unexpected player also takes interest in the case, Jessica is in for the shock of her life! (Note: This is a resolicitation – all previous orders are cancelled) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL WARNING…$2.99 Marvel Heroes THE CALL #1 Painted cover by Gabriel Del'Otto Chuck Austen (w)/Patrick Olliffe (p) They saved Manhattan from certain doom...but will they be able to save themselves? The saga of Marvel's everyday heroes continues in THE CALL. As they become something more than human, the fight begins to retain their humanity. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 411 #1 (OF 3) Introduction by Dr. Arun Gandhi Stories by Mark Millar & Frank Quitely/Chuck Austen & Phil Winslade/ David Rees & Tony Salmons 32 PGS./FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/MARVEL PG...$3.50 On April 11, 2003, grief turns to hope and resolve when Marvel and its international creative community pay tribute to world's least-heralded heroes - peacemakers. Called simply "411", this special anthology project will tell uplifting stories of people choosing to fight aggression with information and non-violent resistance. This beautifully illustrated, positive publishing initiative will be filled with true and fictional stories about everyday heroes who are trying to bring peace to their part of the world, featuring the work of contributing artists and writers from Cleveland to Croatia … from Hollywood to Hong Kong. "411" will also feature diverse contributors from outside the comics industry, including Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winning playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America), anti-nuclear activist & Nobel Peace Prize nominee Helen Caldicott (The New Nuclear Danger), and political cartoonist David Rees ("Get Your War On"). A special introduction will be provided by Dr. Arun Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi's grandson and co- founder of the M. K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence. Bill Jemas President & COO THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF GUS BEEZER Gail Simone (w)/ Jason Lethcoe (p) A brand-new character enters the Marvel Universe… and he's just a kid! What would it be like to live in the Marvel Universe? How exciting would it be if SPIDER-MAN, the HULK and the X-MEN actually existed? Find out as we look at the Marvel Universe through the slightly skewed vision of Gus Beezer! Gus loves super heroes and spends his days living out his dream of becoming his idols… going on adventures that only he can see. But instead of saving the day, his imagination might just ruin it! Great super hero action for children of all ages in three brand-new adventures starring Marvel's most popular super heroes… THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF GUS BEEZER: STARRING SPIDER- MAN Gus imagines himself to be everyone's favorite wall-crawler as the opening of the new Spider-Man movie approaches. But what happens when Gus is forced to miss the movie and go to… a family reunion? Will even Spider-Man be able to save Gus from the horrors of a family car ride, potato salad, and square dancing? (Rush solicited for sale in March!) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.99 THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF GUS BEEZER: STARRING THE X- MEN Gus's baby sister Tilly is a nuisance. She destroys Gus's room, she steals his cookies, and basically makes his life a mess! But is Tilly a mutant? Gus sure thinks so, and he's called the mutant experts in to find out for sure! Will the X-Men discover the truth about Tilly … or will Gus be too annoying for them to even care? (Rush solicited for sale in March!) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.99 THE MARVELOUS ADVENTURES OF GUS BEEZER: STARRING THE INCREDIBLE HULK Gus's world comes crashing down around him when his evil neighbor buys the very last issue of the INCREDIBLE HULK from the comic book store. What will Gus be forced to endure to get a glimpse of his favorite comic… and will he be able to contain his Hulk- like rage in order to read the entire issue? Plus, to top it all off, the Hulk has been sighted in town and Gus will do anything to get a glimpse of the green goliath! (Rush solicited for sale in March!) 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.99 AVENGERS #66 Cover by J.G. Jones Geoff Johns (w)/ Olivier Coipel (p) Andy Lanning (i) "RED ZONE" Part 2 of 6 New regular artist Olivier Coipel's 2nd issue! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 THUNDERBOLTS #78 Cover by Francisco Ruiz Velasco John Arcudi (w)/ Francisco Ruiz Velasco (p) The controversial revamp of the Thunderbolts continues! Axum is forced to make a hard choice – does he walk the straight & narrow line, or does he cross it and never look back? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) THOR #62 & 63 Covers by the Lai Brothers Dan Jurgens (w)/ Ben and Ray Lai (a) "SPIRAL" continues, as the Thunder God's presence on Earth ruins the lives of three people... 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) (Note Price) INCREDIBLE HULK #52 & 53 Covers by Kaare Andrews Bruce Jones (w)/Mike Deodato Jr. (p) Parts 3 & 4 of a 5-part story featuring the return of the ABOMINATION! Get ready for a slugfest! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 (each) TRUTH: RED, WHITE & BLACK #6 (OF 7) Cover by Kyle Baker Robert Morales (w)/Kyle Baker (a) NOW 7 ISSUES! The secret history of Captain America continues, as seen in The New York Times and Entertainment Weekly, Spin and The Source magazines! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/MARVEL PG...$3.50 MARVEL MUST HAVES: TRUTH: RED, WHITE & BLACK Cover by Kyle Baker Still Available! Collecting TRUTH #1, along with CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 & ULTIMATES #1! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.99 CAPTAIN MARVEL #8 Cover by Leonardo Manco Peter David (w)/ Kyle Hotz (p) Guest-Starring THOR. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) MARVEL UNIVERSE: THE END #3 & 4 (OF 6) Covers by Jim Starlin Jim Starlin (w)/ Jim Starlin (p) Al Milgrom (i) The final tale of the Marvel Universe continues... 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) FANTASTIC FOUR #68 Cover by Mike Wieringo Mark Waid (w)/ Mike Wieringo (p) Karl Kesel (i) "UNTHINKABLE" Part 1 (of 4) DOCTOR DOOM strikes through the FF's weakest link! Now that's fighting dirty! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 IRON MAN #67 Cover by Gene Ha Robin Laws (w)/ Michael Ryan (p) Sean Parsons (i) "MANHUNT" Part 3 of 5 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (Note Price) PARADISE X #10 Cover by Alex Ross Alex Ross & Jim Krueger (w)/Doug Braithwaite (p) Matt Murdock is featured in this chapter of PARADISE X. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 BLACK PANTHER #57 & 58 Covers By Liam Sharp J. Torres (w)/Ryan Bodenheim (p) A two-part story featuring T'Challa, drawn by the Wolverine Art Contest Winner, Ryan Bodenheim! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) (Note Price) Hardcovers/Trade Paperbacks SPIDER-MAN: BLUE (HARDCOVER) COVER BY TIM SALE JEPH LOEB(W)/TIM SALE (P) Spider-Man: Blue is a lavish look back at a pivotal era — including the introduction of Peter's first love Gwen Stacy, his budding friendship with Harry Osborn and Spider- Man's startling final battle against the Green Goblin. Collecting SPIDER-MAN: BLUE #1-6 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG...21.99 DAREDEVIL LEGENDS VOL. I: DAREDEVIL: YELLOW TPB COVER BY TIM SALE JEPH LOEB (W)/TIM SALE (P) Still Available in Trade Paperback! The origin of the blind super hero — who, in the early days of his career, donned a yellow costume and sought justice outside the law and found hope in his love for Karen Page. Collecting DAREDEVIL: YELLOW #1-6 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…14.99 MARVEL ENCYCLOPEDIA VOL. 2: X-MEN (HARDCOVER) COVER BY GABRIEL DELL'OTTO • At last, a comprehensive, up-to-date fully illustrated biographies of more than 350 X- Men characters from the hit movies and beyond! •Available in time for the highly anticipated X-MEN sequel! •A must-have addition to the collections of die-hard fans ... or the perfect entry into the X-Men Universe for new readers! 128PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...29.99 MARVEL ENCYCLOPEDIA VOL. 1 (HARDCOVER) COVER BY ALEX ROSS Still Available! This fully illustrated, comprehensive hardcover includes biographies, statistics, essential reading on all Mighty Marvel's most popular characters. 240 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...29.99 X-MEN 2: THE MOVIE TPB COVER BY MIKE MAYHEW CHUCK AUSTEN & BRIAN VAUGHAN (W)/ KARL KERSCHL, PATRICK ZIRCHER & TOM MANDRAKE (P) It's the comic book adaptation of the hit movie X-MEN 2! Also featuring solo tales focusing on two of the stars of X-MEN, Wolverine and Nightcrawler in stories set immediately before X2. Collecting X-MEN MOVIE ADAPTATION and MOVIE PREQUELS. 152 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/….$12.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN VOL. 5: ULTIMATE WAR TPB 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, the government orders Captain America, Iron Man, Thor and the rest of the Ultimates to bring them down. But Professor X, hasn't been training his students for nothing -- and the young mutants just might take out the Ultimates first. Collecting the incredibly-hot ULTIMATE WAR #1-4 112 PGS./FC/ALL AGES/...10.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN 1-4 COVERS BY JOE QUESADA, ADAM KUBERT MARK MILLAR, CHUCK AUSTEN (W)/ ADAM KUBERT, ANDY KUBERT, CHRIS BACHALO (P) Still Available! VOLUME 1: THE TOMORROW PEOPLE…14.95 VOLUME 2: RETURN TO WEAPON X…14.95 VOLUME 3: WORLD TOUR…17.99 VOLUME 4: HELLFIRE & BRIMSTONE…12.99 INCREDIBLE HULK VOL. 3: TRANSFER OF POWER TPB COVER BY KAARE ANDREWS BRUCE JONES (W)/STUART IMMONEN (P) Stock up for movie! On the run . . . from the police . . . the government . . . clandestine forces with an agenda all their own . . . and the unbridled beast within, Dr. Bruce Banner knows the dread of the hunted. Now he faces the most unimaginable horror of all: a relentless, unkillable pursuer who knows all his weaknesses and will stop at nothing to bring him down. Collecting INCREDIBLE HULK #44-49 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...12.99 INCREDIBLE HULK VOL. I: RETURN OF THE MONSTER TPB COVER BY KAARE ANDREWS BRUCE JONES (W)/JOHN ROMITA JR.(P) Still Available! Blamed for the televised murder of a hapless child, Bruce Banner and his brutish alter ego are shunned by society, hunted by the law and targeted by a mysterious third party. Collecting INCREDIBLE HULK (Vol. 2) #34-39 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…12.99 INCREDIBLE HULK VOL. 2: BOILING POINT TPB COVER BY KAARE ANDREWS BRUCE JONES (W)/LEE WEEKS (P) Still Available! Bruce Banner is found hiding in plain sight at a roadside convenience store - caught abruptly between a gun-wielding madman, a constricting circle of local police and dark, predatory forces. Collecting INCREDIBLE HULK (Vol. 2) #40-43 96 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…8.99 HULK LEGENDS VOL. 1: HULK/WOLVERINE: 6 HOURS TPB COVER BY SIMON BISLEY BRUCE JONES (W)/SCOTT KOLINS (P) Two of 2003's biggest movie stars unite in one suspenseful adventure! Lost in the Canadian wilderness, Dr. Bruce Banner, a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk, and Wolverine only have six hours to rescue a woman and a boy from two desperate drug dealers. It's a race against time as these two Marvel icons attempt to control their tempers long enough to save the hostages! Collecting HULK/WOLVERINE #1-4; plus INCREDIBLE HULK #181 (the first-ever appearance of Wolverine!) 128 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...13.99 ESSENTIAL HULK VOL. 1 TPB (3RD) COVER BY BRUCE TIMM STAN LEE (W)/ JACK KIRBY, STEVE DITKO, JOHN BUSCEMA & GIL KANE (P) New Printing in time for the movie! Caught in the heart of a nuclear explosion, mild-mannered scientist Bruce Banner finds himself — during moments of extreme stress — transformed into the walking engine of destruction known as the Incredible Hulk. These stories include the evolution of the grotesque Abomination and the emergence of the gamma-irradiated super-genius known as the Leader. INCREDIBLE HULK #1-6, TALES TO ASTONISH #60-91 512 PGS./BW/MARVEL PG/...14.99 ESSENTIAL HULK VOL. 2 TPB (2ND) COVER BY MARIE SEVERIN STAN LEE (W)/HERB TRIMPE & MARIE SEVERIN (P) New Printing in time for the movie! The second volume containing the Hulk's early adventures with appearances by the Sub- Mariner, the Mandarin, Ka-Zar and Nick Fury. Collecting TALES TO ASTONISH #92-101; INCREDIBLE HULK #102-117; INCREDIBLE HULK ANNUAL #1 528PGS./BW/MARVEL PG/...14.95 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN VOL. 4: TRIALS & TRIBULATIONS TPB COVER BY MARK BUCKINGHAM PAUL JENKINS (W)/MARK BUCKINGHAM (P) Now a young man, Peter attempts to live a normal life while facing some of the most powerful -- and strangest -- villains ever. This volume includes of series a tales, including a three-parter in which Spider-Man faces off against an enigmatic new female villain, plus a special extra-length story in which Peter and Aunt May talk at length about some of the wall-crawler's most dangerous adventures. Collecting PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN #48-50; 35, 37 128 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/….$11.99 PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN VOL. 2-3 TPB COVERS BY J.G. JONES, KAARE ANDREWS, HUMBERTO RAMOS PAUL JENKINS (W)/MARK BUCKINGHAM, HUMBERTO RAMOS (P) Still Available! VOLUME 2: ONE SMALL BREAK …16.95 VOLUME 3: RETURN OF THE GOBLIN…8.99 SPIDER-MAN VISIONAIRIES: TODD MCFARLANE COVER BY TODD MCFARLANE DAVID MICHELINIE (W)/TODD MCFARLANE (P) Still Available! Check out the origin of VENOM – star of a new ongoing series in these classic stories drawn by Todd McFarlane Collecting AMAZING SPIDER-MAN Vol. 1, #298-305 208 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/….$19.95 ALIAS VOL. 1 TPB COVER BY DAVID MACK BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS(W)/MICHAEL GAYDOS (P) Meet Jessica Jones, one-time costumed heroine turned private investigator. After realizing that her powers were unremarkable compared to those of the icons in the Marvel Universe, Jones gave up being a super hero and eventually opened up a detective agency. While her intent to help others is intact, her personal behavior is anything but valiant: She is bitter, resentful and self-destructive. In lieu of professional help, Jessica battles her inferiority complex and depression with a chain-smoking habit and alcoholic tendencies. In spite of her self-imposed exile from the spandex crowd, Jessica's cases continually lead her back to her old circle of acquaintances, which only fuels her angst even more. Jessica is imperfect and human, and her textured personality is eloquently rendered by Bendis and Gaydos. Collecting the critically acclaimed ALIAS #1-9. 208 PGS./FC/PARENTAL WARNING/….$19.99 ALIAS VOL. 2: COME HOME TPB COVER BY DAVID MACK BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS (W)/ (P) MICHAEL GAYDOS Still Available! In "Rebecca, Come Home" Jessica travels to upstate New York to investigate the disappearance of a teenage girl rumored to be a mutant in a prejudiced small town. In "It's Raining Men," Jessica goes on a date with... Ant-Man? Collecting ALIAS #11-15 128 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…13.99 FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 1: IMAGINAUTS TPB COVER BY MIKE WIERINGO MARK WAID(W)/MIKE WIERINGO, MARK BUCKINGHAM (P) As Waid & Wieringo are redefining Doctor Doom in the monthly series, get on board their run from the beginning. Learn the truth behind Mister Fantastic's decision to turn his friends into the Fantastic Four. See our heroes face off against a sentient mathematical equation driven mad by love, an infestation of insects from another dimension, a cascading wave of molecular instability, and the Thing on a homicidal rampage that only the Human Torch can stop. Collecting FANTASTIC FOUR Vol. 3, #60-66; and #56 (a special Thing solo tale). 192 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/….$17.99 THOR VOL. 3: GODS ON EARTH TPB COVER BYCLAUDIO CASTELLINI DAN JURGENS, GEOFF JOHNS, MIKE GRELL (W)/ TOM RANEY, JOE BENNETT, ALAN DAVIS, MICHAEL RYAN (P) After taking on the role as ruler of Asgard, Thor has relocated his legendary home to float directly over New York City. But how will the citizens of the world -- including Thor's former allies in the Avengers -- react when a host of self-styled Gods decides to intercede in the affairs of man? Collecting THOR #51-58, AVENGERS #63, IRON MAN #64; MARVEL DOUBLE SHOT #1 240 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...21.99 THOR VOL. I: THE DEATH OF ODIN TPB COVER BY ARIEL OLIVIETTI DAN JURGENS (W)/ (P)STUART IMMONEN, JOE BENNETT Still Available! An ancient enemy walks the world of Midgard, know to us as Earth. Victory comes at a terrible price — one that will alter forever the very hierarchy of the gods … and thrust the son of Odin into a new and perilous role. Collecting THOR (Vol. 2) #36-44 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…12.99 THOR VOL. 2: LORD OF ASGARD TPB COVER BY TOM RANEY DAN JURGENS (W)/ (P)TOM RANEY, JOE BENNETT Still Available! After Odin's death, Thor becomes lord and master of the Asgard — leaving Earth in the hands of the untested Thor-Girl. Collecting THOR (Vol. 2) #45-50 176 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG…15.99 CAPTAIN MARVEL VOL. 1: NOTHING TO LOSE TPB COVER BY ALEX ROSS PETER DAVID (W)/CHRISCROSS, IVAN REISS, PACO MEDINA (P) He is the son of Mar-Vell, once the greatest warrior the galaxy had ever known. Spawned in a test tube and prematurely aged to maturity, Genis now struggles to fill the boots of his late father--the boots of Captain Marvel. Therein lies the problem. For Genis has inherited his father's greatest gift, the ability of Cosmic Awareness, a oneness with the universe that allows him to know what will happen, what may happen, and what should happen to every living thing in the universe. You might think such knowledge would drive a person mad... and you'd be right. Collecting CAPTAIN MARVEL V.4 #1-6. 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...12.99 MARVILLE VOL. 1 TPB COVER BY GREG HORN BILL JEMAS (W)/ (P) MARK BRIGHT A satirical look at the personalities and characters within the comics industry, both real and fictional. The series introduces a new teen character to the Marvel Universe and follows him on his epic journey through time. From comic books to the creation of the Universe itself, nothing is safe from the stinging wit and wisdom of MARVILLE. Collecting MARVILLE #1-6 144 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG/...12.99 DIAMOND SELECT TOYS DIAMOND SELECT TOYS THE ULTIMATE THOR BUST A Diamond Select Release! Ripped from the cover of The Ultimates #4 comes the God of Thunder himself, Thor! Sculpted by Gabriel Marquez, the Ultimate Universe version of Thor is a mystery man whose origin is largely unknown… but his powers are without question, god-like. This 6" tall sculpt captures Thor with his magic hammer whipping up a massive storm—all that's missing is the thunder, lightning, and driving rain! The Ultimate Thor Bust captures all the emotion and realism that Bryan Hitch does in the pages of the hit comic. We can be sure of that, because he personally oversaw the sculpting and design. This bust comes painted and ready to display, and is accompanied by a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 4,000 pieces worldwide. The Special Edition version is limited to 500 pieces and includes paint changes and a Certificate/print with original art by Hitch, hand signed by Hitch and Marquez. In stores in May 2003! REGULAR EDITION—Bust $45.00 SPECIAL EDITION—Bust $70.00 MARVEL SELECT: ULTIMATE IRON MAN ACTION FIGURE A Diamond Select Release! Toy Biz and Diamond Select present this awesome new Ultimate Universe action figure of Iron Man! Building upon Bryan Hitch's designs and the cover to The Ultimates #2, this Marvel Select masterpiece (sculpted by Steve Kiwus) depicts Iron Man in his full armor, complete with the rack system Tony Stark uses to put on the high-tech battlesuit. Featuring several points of articulation, Iron Man features removable armor on his arms and wires to interface his arms with the machine as depicted on the cover. Diamond Select's Ultimate Captain America was an instant hit, and this new Ultimate release should be just as popular! Not available in mass-market outlets and packaged in deluxe blister card package ! In stores May 2003! Figure $18.99 MARVEL UNIVERSE: HULK BUST A Diamond Select Release! Due to his exposure to deadly gamma radiation, whenever mild-mannered scientist Dr. Bruce Banner becomes angry or agitated, he transforms into the emerald juggernaut known as The Incredible Hulk! This all-new Marvel Universe bust from Diamond Select depicts that transformation, as Banner becomes the green- skinned goliath smashing his way though solid rock with all the rage and hate that boils beneath Banner's surface and bursts free as the Hulk. With excitement for the movie hitting a fever pitch could there be a better time to be a Hulk fan?! Sculpted by Rudy Garcia and measuring 6" tall including the base, the Hulk Bust is limited to 7,500 pieces, each accompanied by a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. In stores May 2003! Bust $55.00 SILVER AGE: ICEMAN MEDIUM RESIN STATUE A Diamond Select Release! The final release in Diamond Select's original Silver Age X- Men line! Jack "King" Kirby brought these characters to the comic pages in 1963, and for the first time ever, DST brings these timeless characters to life in 3 dimensions! 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, the frosty mutant slides into battle on an ice platform of his creation! Iceman measures over 8" from the bottom of the base to the top of his head. Sculpted by Rudy Garcia and limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, each statue includes a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. In stores in May 2003! Statue $75.00 MARVEL MILESTONES: THANOS STATUE A Diamond Select Release! Thanos, the mad god from Titan, loved Death so much, he did the only thing he could think of to get her/its attention: he instantaneously killed half the universe with the snap of his fingers. Sculpted by Art Asylum's Eli Livingston, this stunning 12" tall statue depicts Thanos armed with the dreaded Infinity Gauntlet (a glove encrusted with the gems of power), standing defiantly in his moment of triumph. Thanos comes mounted on a cosmic stone base with a startling, effect built in: Thanos appears to be floating in space with an expanse of stars stretching out beneath him! Also included are two hands for different poses: closed fist for classic Marvel villain posing, or snapping fingers! With Thanos back in the spotlight in Marvels The End, what better time to recall the classic Jim Starlin series that started it all and answered the question "What happens when pure evil gets absolute power?" Limited to 2,500 pieces worldwide, each accompanied by a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. In Stores May 2003! Statue $178.00 THE END #1 COVER POSTER A Diamond Select Release! Jim Starlin is back, and this time it's The End! Jim Starlin attempts to destroys the Marvel Universe again this March in the four-part mini-series, The End, and this poster reproduces the cosmic mayhem of the first issue's cover, featuring a sea of Marvel characters reeling from the onslaught of the mad god Thanos! This 22 ½" x 34 ¼" poster comes rolled and printed on 100lb stock and is ready to display! In stores April 2003! Poster, 22x34, FC $5.99 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #140 This issue of Wizard: The Comics Magazine is our special "X-Men 2" movie payoff issue. It features exclusive photos and material from the set of the new X-Men film as one of the screenwriters presents profiles of each of the X-Men from the files of the villain, Stryker. We celebrate X-Men 2 with three X-Men movie covers. The first features Halle Berry as Storm with James Marsden as Cyclops digitally rendered by Greg Horn. The second is a new photo of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine with Famke Jansen as Jean Grey and the third features Nightcrawler with Mystique drawn by New X-Men artist Frank Quitely. Preview Superman: Birthright by writer Mark Waid and artist Leinil Yu. Read 6 pages from the first issue of this DC Comic, which has a young Superman that travels the world and learns about his powers. Marvel Comics will present a special 13-page preview of the newest 4-1-1 #1 by writers Bill Jemas (Marville) and Chuck Austen (Uncanny X-Men) with artist Phil Winslade in this issue. Meet Geoff Johns the red-hot writer behind The Avengers, JSA, Flash and Hawkman in an exclusive Wizard Q&A interview. Learn about his new collaboration with artist Michael Turner (Fathom/Witchblade) and find out about his latest work in Hollywood. We didn't forget our annual April Fool's Day pranks. Find them if you can in this issue along with a hilarious look at the 25 Worst Comics Ever Published. 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 amazing price guide, which includes data on CGC (Comics Guaranty Corp.) graded books and more. Magazine (Cyclops/Storm by Greg Horn) $4.99 Magazine (X2 Wolverine/Jean Grey photo cover) $4.99 Magazine (Nightcrawler/Mystique by Frank Quitely) $4.99 WIZARD X-MEN SPECIAL EDITION As Marvel Comics' X-Men comic book titles continue to dominate comic sales across the nation—thanks to top creators like writers Grant Morrison (New X-Men) and Mark Millar (Ultimate X-Men), along with artists Frank Quitely, Adam Kubert and Kia Asamiya—Wizard Entertainment proudly presents the Wizard X-Men Special Edition. See more exclusive photos from X-Men 2. See Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, Halle Berry as Storm, Patrick Stewart as Professor X and many more. Learn more about the film from director Bryan Singer and the production team. We'll ask questions that comic fans are curious about. Will Wolverine kill? How will Wolverine's origin in the film differ from the comic version? Are Nightcrawler and Mystique going to be related? What will be the story for X-Men 3? Get a comprehensive preview the latest X-Men adventures and storylines as we talk to the editors and all of the creators who are working on the current and upcoming X- books, like Wolverine, Ultimate X-Men, X-Men 2: The Movie, X-Statix, X-Men Unlimited, Xtreme X-Men and the rest. Meet Wolverine writer Greg Rucka in an exclusive Wizard Q&A interview. Learn about his take on Wolvie and the whole X-Men universe as he discusses plans for Marvel's most popular mutant. This uncanny Wizard Special Edition will have it all including the Top 25 X-Men trade paperbacks of all time, a complete Wolverine checklist, a special X-Men episode of Twisted ToyFare Theatre and tons more. Look for Wolverine and Emma Frost drawn by Michael Turner (Fathom/Witchblade) on the cover of this Wizard X-Men Special Edition. Reserve your copy now! Magazine (Wolverine/Emma Frost by Michael Turner) $4.99 Magazine (X2 Wolverine/Storm Movie Photo cover) $4.99 TOYFARE #70 TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #70 presents 101 Toy Secrets in a tremendous feature that will unveil mysteries, behind-the-scenes information and top secrets from the world of toys from 1967 to present. Learn hidden truths about G.I. Joe, He-Man, Spider-Man, Simpsons and Mego figures along with many, many more! This issue of ToyFare takes you inside Hasbro, the home of G.I. Joe, Transformers and Star Wars toys. Meet the designers behind the biggest toy lines at their office in Rhode Island and get a photo preview all of the huge releases that are coming out later this year. Twisted ToyFare Theatre returns for another hysterical episode. Mego Spidey and the gang are back, and they're sure to be shocked and surprised by this issue's special guests. Find out why! This month's Specialty Price Guide features X-Men action figures. Track the latest prices for all of your favorite comic book, cartoon and movie action figures along with all of the newest releases from Toy Biz. See the latest Hugh Jackman/Wolverine figure from the new X-Men film on the cover to this issue of ToyFare. ToyFare #70 will also feature an exclusive Green Lantern DC Heroclix limited miniature offer from WizKids. 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! ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value! 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 (X2 Wolverine toy cover) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER #97 EXCLUSIVE GREEN LANTERN DC HEROCLIX LIMITED MINIATURE OFFER! InQuest Gamer #97 takes you inside the Heroclix: Xplosion! With the new HeroClix set debuting, we rate all the HeroClix superteams. Are the Avengers better than the X-Men? Can the Skrulls take out the Fantastic Four? We give you the scoop on all the new figures and showcase the ones that improves their respective superteams. Plus, the Top 25 Xplosion figures! What's still missing from the Marvel HeroClix line? Why isn't there a Silver Surfer figure yet? Artist Kaare Andrews creates a dazzling new Wolverine versus Hulk cover for this issue. Behold Magic: The Gathering's Coolest Formats! Four popular, but not tournament-standard, Magic formats are the most fun to play: Five Color, Peasant, Type 1.5 and Highlander. We'll explain what each one is, how to master the format and provide an affordable deck to jump right in. Check Out The Best Games You're Not Playing! Some games are no-brainer winners in their categories, like Decipher's Lord of the Rings for fantasy, Wizards of the Coast's Star Wars for science fiction and Upper Deck's Yu-Gi-Oh! for TV properties. But what about the other great games out there? We spotlight the games you should definitely be playing, the cream of the crop, the best of the rest. These include: Fantasy Flight's Game of Thrones for fantasy, Decipher's new Star Trek for science fiction and Comic Images' WWE: Raw Deal wrestling game. Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need as we provide the most up-to-date and complete news and previews of Magic: The Gathering, plus Yu- Gi-Oh! and HeroClix 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 (Wolverine/Hulk by Kaare Andrews) $4.99 WIZARD ALEX ROSS MILLENNIUM EDITION LIMITED DELUXE HARDCOVER—NEWLY UPDATED & EXPANDED Wizard Entertainment proudly presents the newly updated and expanded Wizard Alex Ross Millennium Edition Limited Deluxe Hardcover. Fully authorized by Ross, this 136-page hardcover book is lavishly illustrated with hundreds of Ross' paintings and artwork from his personal collection. Meet Ross in a new exclusive in-depth interview for this book. Learn about his influences, his early days as an unknown artist and how he first started to get work in the comic book industry. Then follow his career to its brilliant heights. Preview unpublished JLA: Liberty And Justice artwork from the new mega-saga for DC Comics and find out what Ross wants to do next. WOW! Get a complete illustrated checklist of every piece of Alex Ross art ever published from 1990 to 2003, including hard-to-find items like promotional posters, holiday cards, collector plates and convention program covers. Behold more of his unpublished works and see him at work on new material. Spend a day with Ross, visit his studio and watch him relate what goes on. Discover the secrets behind the techniques he uses to create his work. Top it all off with an amazing painted crossover cover featuring the Kingdom Come Superman with the Earth X Captain America and you have the ultimate official Alex Ross event that only Wizard could publish! HC, 136pg, FC $24.99 WIZARD ANIME INSIDER #7 Wizard Anime Insider #7 presents TRIGUN'S MOST WANTED! On the Planet Gunsmoke, Vash the Stampede has to fight the meanest, most dangerous villains the sci-fi wild west has to offer. All of 'em are wanted men and women, and this issue provides their wanted posters. Look for Trigun on the cover to this issue! Get ready for the return of the BIG O! American audiences loved the original Big O series so much, that the creators made a sequel. In an unprecedented move, this anime is coming to America first! We explore this amazing moment in anime and preview The Big O 2! As Dragon Ball Z continues to earn top ratings on Cartoon Network, Anime Insider #7 examines the power of the Dragon Ball worlds. Compare the power levels of earth's mightiest fighters including Goku, Vegeta and more. We'll crunch through all the numbers and tell you exactly how all the DBZ stars ranked for every saga of the show. Censorship Secrets are revealed as this issue of Anime Insider investigates the cuts that are made to anime features before they are broadcast on TV or put on American DVDs. We talk to the editors to find out what has to go, what can stay, and where the line is—and most of all, what you are missing! Check out Anime Insider's Guide To Spring Fashion! The flowers are starting to bloom, as are the fan-favorite characters of anime and manga! Find out what's hot and what's not, about the outfits today's anime characters are sporting from a real fashion designer. This issue of Anime Insider also gets you the latest news and info on the latest anime DVDs! Get the scoop on all of the newest releases from your favorite studios and creators, along with where the coolest anime easter eggs are hidden on these discs. Anime Insider has it all—Dragon Ball Z, Inu-Yasha, Astro Boy, Fist Of The Northstar and Yu-Gi-Oh! along with the best anime news, Websites, videos, toys, games, Japanese TV and more. It doesn't matter if you're new to anime or are a longtime fan—this magazine is the one to get! Magazine (Dragon Ball Goku cover) $4.99 Magazine (Trigun's Vash cover) $4.99 WIZARD EXCLUSIVES DAREDEVIL #1 WIZARD ACE EDITION Wizard presents another one of the most requested Marvel comics that fans have asked to get an ACE of—Daredevil #1. Artist Jeff Scott Campbell illustrates a dramatic all-new 2-part acetate cover featuring Daredevil and the Kingpin. In addition to the classic tale by writer Stan Lee and artist Bill Everett, this ACE will feature additional pages with a special Twisted ToyFare Theatre comic strip. FC SRP: $13.99 KERMIT 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE From the classic television series The Muppet Show, comes this exclusive Kermit the frog action figure. This ToyFare limited edition from Palisades features Kermit in a tuxedo and comes with a TV camera. Complete your Muppets action figure collection now and get this ToyFare exclusive figure. This figure will only be offered while supplies last! Figure PI O/A POSTERMANIA 2003 48 posters featuring your favorite comic book characters by today's hottest artists! PosterMania 2003 features your favorite comic characters, like Wolverine by Frank Quitely, Battle Of The Planets by Alex Ross, Daredevil/Elektra by Greg Horn, Dawn by Joseph Linsner, Ultimate Spidey by Mark Bagley, Fathom by Michael Turner, He-Man by Jeff Scott Campbell and Wolverine/Phoenix by Frank Cho. 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 Adam Hughes, Terry Dodson, Humberto Ramos, Art Adams, Dale Keown, Marc Silvestri, George Pérez, Mike Mignola, Andy Kubert, Ed McGuinness and many more! WIZARD AUTHENTIC ULTIMATE X-MEN #½ SIGNED Signed By the Ultimate comic creators of Marvel Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesad and regular Ultimate X-Men writer Mark Millar! This very special #½ storyline is signed, sealed and delivered to your doorstep by DF! No having to wait in a 6 hour line for Marvel Editor- In-Chief's signature, no having to fly to Scotland for Mark Millar's signature, here's your chance to get them both together on this rare #½ issue! Limited to only 99 copies in the world, this is definitely a Marvel Must Have book! FC SRP: $89.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN #22 SIGNED Signed By Ultimate Writer Mark Millar! The 5-part "Hellfire and Brimstone" storyline has SOLD OUT EVERYWHERE, and the 2nd part is the hardest to get (after all, the #2 syndrome hits again)! But DF and WA snatched a few copies and got them signed by everyone's ultimate favorite writer - Top 10 Wizard Magazine writer Mark Millar! This boy lives all the way in Scotland, so think of the money you'll save getting this cool collectible from Dynamic Forces! FC SRP: $29.99 DAREDEVIL #1 WIZARD ACE EDITION SIGNED Signed By Marvel Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada! Joe Quesada has revitalized the Marvel Universe! And since he really started with giving Daredevil the jump start that it needed (and some of the stories from issues #1-8 were added in to the movie), DF is bringing you this fantastic ACE Edition signed by Mr. Quesada! So don't miss out, as there are only 99 in the world of this baby! FC SRP: $89.99 WOLVERINE #181 SIGNED Signed writer Frank Tieri! DF is celebrating our 10th B-Day, and Wizard is getting in on the action! To help commemorate, DF is bringing you the firist issue of Frank Tieri's 6- part story signed by the man himself! But wait, there's more! This baby not only comes signed by Frank Tieri, but since it's DF's 10th Birthday, they're bringing this to you at the Birthday price of just $10.00! That's right True Believer, just $10.00 for this very special book! And if you order more than one, there's going to be a very special thank you incentive! Let the festivities begin! FC SRP: $10.00 COMICS SECTION A FINE LINE THE GRANDMOTHER'S HIVE SC by Donna Barr In 1982, Donna Barr completed a beautifully illustrated, full-color children's book, but other projects put publication of this book on hold. Now, after 20 years, she has decided to release it. A small boy is afraid of the haunted house down the street, but a new friend teaches him not to be afraid. Gorgeous watercolor illustrations for children and adults… but the poetry is for the grown-ups. SC, FC $19.99 A1 OREGON PUBLISHING KAMEELMAN #2 by T-Bone, Ron Randall & James Taylor Fly with Tiger, Wynter, Dakota, and Jenna as the camera jumpers film an action-packed four-way skydive formation. It all goes back to Kameelman. Zack comes front as Tiger taps him and his chameleon DNA to dig for true feelings. It's all about friendships, family, and sex. b&w, 24pg $2.99 AAA MILWAUKIE PUBLISHING CO. ARSENIC LULLABIES JUNE 2003 #3 A retired boogeyman tries to resist the temptation of scaring children. A large fast food company hires a witch doctor to scare from farmers into selling their land. A government scientist clones disabled children in order to scam charities. b&w, 24pg $2.65 AARDVARK VANAHEIM CEREBUS #289 by Dave Sim & Gerhard Latter Days: Part 24 (of 35) "Chasing YHWH V: The Final Twinkle!" Pages 5,760 through 5,780 of a 6,000-page story! The countdown to issue 300 (March, 2004) continues… t-minus 11 and counting! b&w, 24pg $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH CEREBUS VOLUME 4: CHURCH & STATE II TP Dave Sim's Cerebus began as a parody of Conan, but has expanded and grown into much, much more! Intellectual, entertaining, and thought-provoking! (STAR00322) SC, b&w $30.00 ******************** AARDWOLF PUBLISHING WEARING THE HORNS LIMITED EDITION GN by Clifford Meth & Dave Cockrum A brilliant study in human nature and vengeance, this noir-style psychological thriller marks Clifford Meth's long-awaited return to the genre. The artwork by Dave Cockrum (X-Men) and cover by Frank Brunner are simply stunning. Introduction by Pat Dinizio (Grammy-winning singer/songwriter of The Smithereens). Limited to 2500 copies. SC, 7x10, 100pg, b&w $13.95 STRANGE KADDISH: TALES YOU WON'T HEAR FROM BUBBIE GN Original stories by Neil Gaiman, Harlan Ellison, Bill Messner-Loebs, Clifford Meth, and others; illustrated by Gray Morrow, Dave Cockrum (X-Men), Mike Pascale, and others; painted cover by Gray Morrow. SC, 80pg $9.95 STRANGE KADDISH: MORE WEIRD BUBBIE TALES GN Original stories by Neil Gaiman, Harlan Ellison, Peter David, Bill Messner-Loebs, Clifford Meth, and others; illustrated by Mike Pascale, and others; cover by Dave Cockrum. SC, 98pg $12.95 ABLAZE MEDIA STAR OF THE MONTH TOZZER & THE INVISIBLE LAP DANCERS GN Tozzer is an 11-year old boy living in a trailer park. He's obsessed with becoming an illusionist. After he's accepted to the Boarboils School of Drama in Hollywood, he finds getting to Boarboils was easy. Now he has to solve the mystery of the vault before the school explodes. (STAR17209) MATURE READERS FC, 5x8, 80pg $8.95 ***************** ABSENCE OF INK COMIC PRESS FORLORN FUNNIES #4 by Paul Hornschemeier In the final chapter of "Mother, Come Home," a boy and his father are reunited after the father's escape from a mental institution. As they flee confinement, the boy becomes aware that something irreparable has occurred in his father... and that they will never return home together. MATURE READERS FC, 40pg $4.50 ABSTRACT STUDIOS STRANGERS IN PARADISE #58 by Terry Moore Katchoo faces her deadliest challenge ever when she uncovers the identity of the deadly DUCk who has been stalking her for two years! If you've ever wanted to get revenge on a stalker, this is an issue you must read! b&w, 24pg $2.95 TERRY MOORE'S PARADISE TOO! #13 by Terry Moore Oliver Wonderbee is a happy eight-year-old who falls asleep one night and wakes up 18- years-old; his parents are older, he has a girlfriend who wants to know where he's been, and a body he can't get used to! For nine straight days Timmy finds himself racing through his life a decade at a time until he reaches the end and discovers the terrifying challenge he has been brought forth to face! b&w, 24pg $2.95 AC COMICS FEMFORCE: RAMPAGING SHE-CAT #1 by Bill Black & Mark Heike The FF takes on one of their own when the snarling She-Cat is possessed by the cat deity that is the source of her powers! Can the Feline Fury be stopped before blood is spilled? b&w, 44pg $6.95 AMERICA'S GREATEST COMICS #6 A great collection of weird classic reprints, all reproduced in sharp detail from the 1950's featuring art by many of the era's greatest artists including: Joe Simon & Jack Kirby, Bob Powell, Steve Ditko, Jack Kamen, Jack Kirby, Bill Everett, Wally Wood, Reed Crandall and Dick Ayers. Cover by Wood. b&w, 52pg $6.95 BEST OF THE WEST #36 Western matinee hero Gene Autry is back in the saddle again in this authorized edition featuring color cover photos, a classic comic story, filmography and photo tour of the Autry Western Heritage Museum. Plus: Haunted Horseman, Durango Kid and Redmask! b&w, 44pg $6.95 MEN OF MYSTERY #41 Golden-Age heroes fly high in this quality reprinting of classic stories starring Spy Smasher, Bulletman, Ibis the Invincible, Nature Boy (by Buscema), the Golden-Age Blue Beetle and The Clock! b&w, 52pg $6.95 GOLDEN AGE GLAMOR AND ACTION PACK #1 Classic 1940's reprints by Ward, Barry, Cardy, Schaffenberger, Tuska & Fujitani; starring Sheena, Senorita Rio, Bulletman, Spy Smasher, Torchy, Redmask, Camilla and more! Includes one copy each of Jungle Girls #13, GGAQ #19, Rio Rita TP, Redmask #2 and America's Greatest #3, bagged together. Pack (x5), b&w $24.95 ACG COMICS THE BLONDES COLLECTION TP A special collection of "Dumb Blonde" strips including Moronica, Broadway Babes, and Bikini Luv, plus an added bonus of over two dozen swimsuit-clad ladies from the pen of Dale Messick of Brenda Starr fame! SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $10.95 STAR WESTERN #13 An issue of Western Sidekicks featuring the biography of the legendary Gabby Hayes, plus many more great b-western strips! b&w, 64pg $5.95 CHARLTON SPECIAL COLLECTION #2 More classic Charlton stories from the company who dared to be different! Includes works by Steve Ditko, Pat Boyette, and many more! Chilling pages of horror and mystery from the Charlton archives! b&w, 64pg $5.95 ACTIVE IMAGES THE SPIRAL CAGE TP by Al Davison Born with severe spina bifida, doctors considered Al Davison a hopeless case, condemned to the 'spiral cage' of his own DNA. In Al's own words and pictures, this book movingly portrays his struggle to overcome 'disability' and the prejudice that surrounds it. SC, 144pg, b&w $12.95 WASTE L.A. #1-5 PACK by Bill O'Neil & John Roshell Fathom writer Bill O'Neil, and Comicraft's John "JG" Roshell cast their gritty thriller in the mold of classic film noir cinema. Set in seedy Hollywood, this macabre black comedy photo comic series is now available as a set of all five issues, each including an exclusive new print signed by the artist! Limited to 150. Pack (x5), b&w $14.95 AIT/PLANET LAR JAX EPOCH AND THE QUICKEN FORBIDDEN VOLUME 1: BORROWED MAGIC TP by Dave Roman & John Green Disappointed with the life around her, teenager Jacqueline "Jax" Epoch, accidentally winds up falling through the Realmsend, a passageway into a different dimension. Expecting a lush, fantasy world, she instead finds a barren plain, devoid of the magic she's dreamed of. When she returns home she finds that everything that was magic in the other realm has leaked into her own, causing her reality to fall apart. Dragons fly over the streets of Manhattan, marshmallows talk back, snow falls in July, her boyfriend dumps her... and worst of all, Jax is put on trial for bringing about the end of the world... and only a robot lawyer can defend her. SC, 7x10, 156pg, b&w $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE MAKING OF ASTRONAUTS IN TROUBLE TP––NEW EDITION by Larry Young See the comic book production process by collecting the scripts, pre-production sketches, proposal notes, and even the mini-comics that started the whole thing! Featuring artwork by Brian Wood, Kieron Dwyer, Steve Weissman, and Scott Johnson, as well as an introduction by Ed Brubaker (Catwoman). (STAR11427) SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $10.95 BADLANDS: THE UNPRODUCED SCREENPLAY by Steven Grant; cover by Brian Wood You can't head down to your local metroplex and buy a ticket just yet, but you can do the next best thing: pick up a copy of his un-produced Badlands screenplay. It's all here: the tale of intrigue, conspiracy, sex, and murder... and the guy who really killed Kennedy... fashioned for the screen by the author himself. (STAR16010) SC, 5x8, 152pg, b&w $9.95 COME IN ALONE TP by Warren Ellis Part social commentary, part sitting-at-the-feet-of-Socrates, part kick in the ass, Come in Alone is a collection of all 52 columns, including Ellis' unique take on the comic book industry, features first-class interviews with top-flight comic book professionals, and even includes the legendary "Old Bastard's Manifesto." (STAR13674) SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $16.95 ****************** ALBATROSS EXPLODING FUNNY BOOK OFFERED AGAIN THE GOON #1 by Eric Powell The Goon is jumping to Dark Horse, but for those of you who missed it, you can still pick up the first Albatross issue featuring a giant poker-playing spider, a goat-headed demon with a funny hat, a swamp monkey monster with an identity crisis, a zombie priest who makes the swamp monkey eat a dead guy's head, and The Goon, who punches lots of stuff! b&w, 24pg $2.95 *********************** ALTERNATIVE COMICS FROM THE CURVE: GRAND GESTURES ONE-SHOT by Robert Ullman This stand-alone issue is the natural progression for Robert Ullman's acclaimed From The Curve series, begun as a mini-comic in 1995, with seven issues and a collection published to date. From The Curve: Grand Gestures focuses on three post-collegiate buddies and the romantic relationships (or lack thereof) that lend conflict and comedy to their lives. b&w, 48pg $3.95 BIPOLAR #4 by Tomer & Assaf Hanuka, & Etgar Keret Assaf, with writer Etgar Keret, continues the story of Pizzeria Kamikaze, about a guy with a broken heart who commits suicide, only to find himself in an afterlife where he must work a day job at the titular pizzeria. In this fourth installment, our heroes discover that miracles can happen but only if they don't matter. Tomer contributes Morocco, in which our hero, in the rehab unit of a hospital, examines his past. And when it gets uncomfortable, he rewrites it and keeps going to write his future as well… all on the lingering hope that it might change the present. b&w, 36pg $2.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BIPOLAR #1 & #2—FIRST ALTERNATIVE COMICS EDITIONS by Tomer & Assaf Hanuka, & Etgar Keret The first two issues of Tomer and Assaf Hanuka's critically acclaimed series get their first Alternative Comics printings, presenting the first two chapters of Assaf and Etgar Keret's Pizzeria Kamikaze, as well as a selection of short stories from Tomer, including "I Love You" (issue #1) and "Junior," "Squeeze," and "Zina+me." #1—b&w, 36pg $2.95 #2—b&w, 36pg $2.95 O/A BIPOLAR #3—FIRST PRINTING by Tomer & Assaf Hanuka, & Etgar Keret Pizzeria Kamikaze continues as suicide casualties Mordi and Ari, embark on a journey to find Mordi's lost love in their unique afterlife. Plus, a chronic stomachache and a picture that won't stay still pushes our hero to discover the legend of Shmilove, the world's first "Telekinetic." b&w, 36pg $2.95 *************** AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS Amaze Ink THE WRETCH VOLUME 1: EVERYDAY DOOMSDAY TP by Phil Hester Somewhere in America lies a small town haunted by every manner of bizarre horror. The only thing weirder than the dangers threatening Glass City is the silent hero who protects it. This volume collects every story from Phil Hester's original Amaze Ink series, plus previously unpublished material. This is the first in a three-volume series collecting the entire Eisner-nominated series. SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $13.95 PATTY CAKE VOLUME 3: LOVE IS ALL AROUND TP by Scott Roberts This new volume collects the remaining three issues (#7-9) of the original Permanent Press run of this long-running series. Originally published in 1996, and long-out-of-print, they are presented here with sixteen pages of rare and previously unseen material! SC, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $13.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PATTY CAKE VOLUME 2: ...AND EVERYTHING NICE TP by Scott Roberts This second paperback collection gathers issues #4-6 of the Permanent Press series from '95 and '96, plus rare and never-before-seen pages, including the introduction of sister Sandy. (STAR14439) SC, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $13.95 ************************ Slave Labor HSU AND CHAN #2 by Norm Scott Having proven their commercial longevity by making it to a second issue, Hsu and Chan take this one easy — or do they? See the boys battle supernatural forces unleashed during Spring Cleaning! Witness their attempts at empire-expansion as they try to purchase a parking lot! b&w, 24pg $2.95 LIKEWISE #2 by Ariel Schrag The 12th grade continues as Ariel gets accustomed to her new divorced family life. She starts out at mom's house, where she sneaks onto the computer to read her mother's insane chronicle of every single interaction between Ariel and her dad; and then takes the bus over to dad's house where he suspects that Ariel is spying for her mom. Magazine format. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $4.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LIKEWISE #1 by Ariel Schrag Ariel Schrag's return to comics since her acclaimed works Definition and Potential begins with this 40-page, magazine-sized first issue! MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $4.95 O/A POTENTIAL TP by Ariel Schrag This collection of the acclaimed series puts the entire story of this extraordinary young woman's Junior year in High School into its proper format and perspective. All of the personal trials and growth, the struggles and the discoveries are all here. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 232pg, b&w $24.95 O/A DEFINITION GN by Ariel Schrag 10th grade: anxiety in excess and frustration to the fullest. Definition is the tale of one girl's plow through this tumultuous year. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $12.95 O/A SQUEE T-SHIRT by Jhonen Vasquez This Squee shirt features the "Squee in the jaws of death" thingie on the front and the word "Squee" on the back. (CAUT: 4) S-XL SRP: $15.95 XXL SRP: $17.95 ******************** STARS OF THE MONTH SQUEE #2 & #3 by Jhonen Vasquez This series features familiar faces from JTHM, but focuses on poor little Squee. Squee reminds us all of what childhood was all about — witnessing vicious dog attacks, being abducted by aliens, and discovering that your schoolmates are all zombies. #2 (STAR14576)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 #3 (STAR14223)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 FILLER BUNNY #2: REVENGE OF THE FILLER BUNNY by Jhonen Vasquez Will Filler Bunny get revenge on those who torture him? Will Jhonen lose his mind as he struggles to complete this book before dawn? Only the Dooky-Covered Hypno-Moose- Beaver knows for sure! (STAR14537) b&w, 16pg $2.25 ********************* AMAZING AARON PRODUCTIONS A COLLEGE GIRL NAMED JOE #2 by Aaron Warner A true "girl gone wild," college freshmen Joe escapes the routine of college with one crazy adventure after another that takes her from making money selling her blood to facing death in a runaway car chase. b&w, 9x7, 20pg $5.95 ANARCHY STUDIOS XIN: JOURNEY OF THE MONKEY KING #1 by Lau, Ko, Faerber, & Dogan Picking up where the mini-series left off, Journey of the Monkey King tells the tale of Xin's attempt to set right all that he made wrong. Chosen by Sanzen, the purest of all the gods, to aid him in the journey west, Xin steps right back into his old ways making their quest all the more difficult to achieve. Kevin Lau pencils and co-plots with Erik Ko, Jay Faerber (Noble Causes) scripts, with colors by Udon's Omar Dogan and lettering by Comicraft. Two Covers available: Regular cover by Kevin Lau and an Alternate Cover by Udon Studios. LAU CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 ALT. CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 VAMPI: OMEGA #1 PROTOTYPE EDITION by McKeever & Lau Vampi Omega is a secret new project that will be launched in May. A brand-new concept by Sean McKeever & Kevin Lau! Featuring preview pages, interviews, and concept designs for the all new team starring the reborn Vampi... as never been imagined before! Limited Edition of 1,500. Printed with a card-stock cover. b&w, 16 pg $4.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPI #9 DELUXE EDITION Cover by Joe Benitez "Underworld" Part 3 (of 3): From the vault of Anarchy Studios, and available for the last time, it's Vampi #9 featuring a variant cover by Joe Benitez. Limited to 1,500 copies printed, with limited quantities remaining. FC, 32pg $9.95 O/A VAMPI VOLUME 1 DELUXE HC SIGNED GOLD COVER EDITION by David Conway & Kevin Lau This Vampi: Switchblade Kiss Gold Hardcover is limited to a mere 150 copies and features a gold-enhanced cover! Each copy comes signed by Vampi artist and creator Kevin Lau. This collection contains Vampi #1-6, the entire "Switchblade Kiss" and "Dark Angel Rising" story arcs, written by David Conway and featuring the art of Kevin Lau. Includes a dustjacket featuring a new cover by Lau! HC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $29.95 ***************** STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPI RESIN STATUE Sculpted by Kevin's studio with Profile Design, and designed and overseen by Kevin himself, this cold-cast resin statue captures the look and feel of Vampi down to the smallest detail. Standing approximately 10" tall and meticulously sculpted to 1/8 scale, each statue is hand-cast and painted. Limited production run. (STAR15006) Statue $99.95 *********************** ANGEL GATE PRESS 10TH MUSE VOLUME 1: MAZE OF THE MINOTAUR MMPB by Darren Davis & Thomas Misuraca In greek mythology, there were nine muses, the daughters of Zeus, but the history books forgot one –– the 10th muse, the muse of justice. Emma Sonnet's birthright! Emma Sonnet is on the debate team, cheerleader, and popular. Everyone is school has secrets –– her is being a super-hero. In this issue, several students on the swim team are missing. SC, b&w $7.95 BLACK TIDE #5 by Debbie Bishop, Norm Breyfogle, & Matt Nelson A secretive and high-powered conglomerate with unscrupulous ties, takes over security for the entire world. Believing they are responsible for a string of international murders and EMF bombings, and not knowing who to trust, Kaila infiltrates the dangerous organization on her own. BREYFOGLE CVR.––FC, 32pg $2.95 MILLER CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.95 ANTARCTIC PRESS COUNTER-OPS #2 by Peter Ang & Jin Song Kim The full-auto action and intrigue continues as the CTF-3 team attempts to thwart a cell of terrorists from unleashing a tide of destruction upon America! But how will the team succeed if politics and corruption within their midst interferes? FC, 32pg (2 of 5) $3.95 DRAGON ARMS #5 by David Hutchison Stone reveals his true power. Will he aid the heroes in their time of need, or join in the corruption of the Dragon Kings? Meanwhile, Captain Seele heads for his confrontation with General Ades. b&w, 32pg $3.50 GOLD DIGGER #42 by Fred Perry Having concluded that Brianna showed latent magical talent in the battle with the Lich King, Dr. Diggers begins instructing her in its use and control, for everyone's safety. The lessons bore Brianna… until she discovers an old "Unlimited Ammunition" spell for ancient ballistic weapons. Suddenly, "this magic stuff" has possibilities! FC, 32pg $3.50 HOW TO DRAW MANGA #23 Antarctic Press continues its series of how-to-draw-manga guidebooks! Artists like Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, Rod Espinosa, Joe Wight and David Hutchison continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style, emphasizing different, useful aspects every issue. b&w, 32pg $4.95 LUFTWAFFE: 1946 #8 (Families of Altered Wars #107) by Ted Nomura & Various This newest annual manga special issue features alternate and more comical versions of the regular series. Tigergirls are back, along with the new Afgangs and Retroman. There's Also manga versions of Luftwaffe:1946 and Tigers of Terra, plus a special Naughty Nazi High School, with a serious note about the Holocaust. b&w, 48pg $5.95 MANGAZINE #43 by Various Ninja High School, "Families of Altered Wars," Gold Digger and Warrior Nun Areala, together in one title every month! Plus: Dragon Arms! It's Mangazine, the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired comedy, action and adventure in America! SC, 7x10, 150+pg, b&w $9.99 NEOTOPIA #4 by Rod Espinosa Nalyn's life filling in as a princess isn't easy at the best of times, exhausting her and earning only thankless abuse from the real princess. She's been kidnapped and rescued, then had to lead her country's troops into battle. What could possibly happen next? Nalyn finds she shouldn't have asked. FC, 32pg $3.95 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #105 by Katie Bair Guru plays vid games, He is infatuated, With a ninja girl; Yumei knows ninja, Her skills are quite impressive, But won't help her now; Love is in the air, Psychos wish to date Yumei, Her life really sucks! b&w, 32pg $3.50 POSE FILE #1: BASIC POSES Expanding on their popular "How to" series, AP brings you the first issue of the mother of all photo reference series! Hundreds of pictures of both a male and a female models in numerous costumes, props and poses, photographed from multiple angles. Available in a Regular version, as well as a CD Edition — with a with a special CD that holds digital versions of every photo in the book, so you can zoom in for as much detail as you need. Hundreds of poses and camera angles to make your work shine that much brighter! REGULAR ED.—SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $21.95 CD-ROM ED.—SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $29.95 SPECTER 7 #3 by Craig Babiar As the threat of world domination looms, the leaders of a war-torn Earth gather to discuss the possibilities of surrendering the planet to the Gastuul Empire. But in Earth's darkest hour, the dead shall rise out of the rubble to aid a fallen Specter 7 against the Gastuul. FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $4.95 TWILIGHT X POCKET MANGA #1 by Joseph Wight The next of AP's new line published in the popular Japanese tankobon (TPB)-sized format — this time it's Joe Wight's incredible Twilight X! You get Episodes 1-4, the Mangazine stories, and TX: Interlude #1-6 in a hefty 208 pages! SC, 5x7, 208pg, b&w $14.95 ANITMATTER/HOFFMAN INTERNATIONAL MIKE HOFFMAN'S LOST WORLDS OF FANTASY AND SCI-FI by Mike Hoffman This is Mike Hoffman's special showcase title of all-new art and story, with fearless vampire women and the sexy mad scientist Octavia! Lost treasures of fantasy and sci-fi abound in this special new series launch. b&w, 24pg $2.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S "OCTAVIA'S LAB" ART PRINT By Mike Hoffman The voluptuous Octavia in her laboratory, surrounded by test tubes, tentacles, mutated monsters, and her personal pet black panther. A super-detailed masterpiece that's a veritable feast for the eyes! This high-quality 11" x 14" print is limited to only 500. Print, 11x14 MSRP: $16.00 APC MONSTER CLUB #5 by Kit Wallis So what is all the talk about? Monster Club has been on the lips of comic fans around the world. Mia and her team embark on yet another monster-mashing mission as they battle against hordes of flesh-eating beasts! Also look for the alternate cover by Skottie Young! Cardstock Cover. FC, 32pg $3.50 MONSTER CLUB FIVE-COMIC SET by Kit Wallis & Richard Emms This set includes Monster Club #1 and #2, all five covers –– Edu's (x1), Skott's (x2), and Kit's (x2). Set (x5) $15.00 ARCHAIA STUDIOS PRESS OFFERED AGAIN Mark Smylie founded Archaia Studios Press in 2002 as a new home for his epic fantasy comic book, Artesia, first published by Sirius Entertainment beginning in 1999. Mark is thrilled to make available the original Sirius printings of the first two Artesia series in preparation for the release of Artesia Afire, the third installment in the saga of the Queen of Dara Dess! O/A ARTESIA AFIELD #1-6 by Mark Smylie Now's your chance to recapture the magic of the second chapter of Mark Smylie's epic tale! The war against the Thessid Empire has begun in the Middle Kingdoms, and Artesia has placed her company at the heart of it. As a battle is waged against the dreaded Düméghal, warrior-servants of the Isliklids, Artesia is filled with a sense of unease that permeates the Middle Kingdoms as she struggles with her visions of guilty pasts and dark futures. These are the original Sirius first printings, now re-offered under the Archaia banner. MATURE READERS FC, 24pg $2.95Ea. O/A ARTESIA ANNUAL #2 by Mark Smylie Mark Smylie's second Artesia Annual is part story bridge and part sourcebook. In the first of two stories, titled "Hidden Hands," Urgrayne the Witch Queen and the severed head of Bran visit the Highland Citadel of An-Athark to pay a visit to King Renham. In the second story, "Right Hands, Left Hands," Artesia's chief-of-household, Sava, holds a staff meeting and tries to deal with a crippling blow. Also included is an illustrated guide to the "Known World," the complex fantasy setting for the Artesia saga. Original Sirius first printing, re-offered under the Archaia banner. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.95 ******************* ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE #535 by Various & Stan Goldberg "Good Deed, Bad Idea" (by DeCesare & Goldberg): Archie offers his services as a 'do- gooder' absolutely free — but by the time he's done 'helping,' people will pay him to stay away! "A Non-Starter (by Boldman & Goldberg)": It's a case of engine envy when Archie's car responds to Jughead's TLC more than it does to Archie! "Doin' Homework" (by Crosby & Goldberg): Archie tries to 'make the grade' by having Betty and Veronica tutor him on alternate weeknights... maybe on the weekend he'll actually get some studying in! "The Stilt-Man Cometh!" (by Boldman & Goldberg): Archie is determined to become a stilt expert before the fad makes a comeback — if Reggie doesn't 'stick' it to him first! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #70 by George Gladir & Rex Lindsey "Where There's a Will... there's $$$": Riverdale High's baseball team finds themselves batting for big bucks when a wealthy graduate's will grants them five million dollars — if they can defeat their arch-rivals, that is! It looks like 'game over' when the boys lose... until Betty goes over the fine print and realizes the next day's girl's softball game counts, too! Will the girls 'step up to the plate' and show the boys how it's done, or will they 'strike out' too?! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE DIGEST #198 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 ARCHIE'S DOUBLE-DIGEST #142 by Various Double your pages, double your Archie, and double your fun in this double-digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 BETTY #125 by Kathleen Webb & Stan Goldberg "In the Name of Science": It's an exercise in patience... and running for cover... when Archie 'helps' Betty with her science project! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA #187 by Various & Jeff Schultz "Rat Control" (by Webb & Shultz): Betty is on a mission to take care of all the 'random annoying things' in her life; when Veronica decides to do the same, Reggie and Jughead top her list! "The Troubles She's Seen" (by Webb & Shultz): Trouble is where you find it — and for Veronica that means 'agonizing' over what to wear, 'fending off' boys, and having other girls be jealous of her! This 'troubles' Betty, whose own problems are much less glamorous! "Well Coordinated" (by Webb & Schultz): Veronica calls the shots by calling Betty repeatedly and advising her what to wear. Will Betty be a fashion follower or develop a fashion sense of her own? "Birds of a Feather" (by Pellowski & Shultz): Veronica thinks Betty's new hobby is for the birds — and it is, when Betty joins a bird watching club! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA #188 by Various & Jeff Schultz "Club Snub" (by Boldman & Shultz): Feeling over-pampered, Veronica decides to visit an out-of-town spa where her father is less known, not realizing he owns that spa, too! Will the staff act naturally… or take her visit as a surprise inspection?! "The Scream Team" (by Pellowski & Shultz): The guys are having problems dealing with the girl's emotions — primarily their fear and screaming as they go on all the scary rides at the amusement park! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #138 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE-DIGEST #115 by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double- digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #60 by Dan Parent "A Vacation From Archie": Inspired by how well-rounded Ginger and Brigitte are, Betty and Veronica decide to expand their world by cutting back on Archie and taking up new hobbies... but everywhere they turn, Archie is there! Could it be he's a permanent fixture in their lives?! FC, 32pg $2.19 JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #183 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 #94 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 PALS 'N' GALS DOUBLE-DIGEST #75 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 THE TEENAGE WITCH #45 by Bill Golliher & Holly Golightly "Charm School": Sabrina gets an education in abracadabra when she enrolls in charm school. Can she pass the entrance exam without enchantment? More importantly, can she dodge the sabotage of a crafty rival? Move over, Harry — school is in session! FC, 32pg $2.19 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #122 by Various "Heart Held Hostage" Part One (by Bollers, Axer, & Tomas): The Sonic/Mina/Sally triangle comes to a head in this intriguing tale! Sally has been noticing Mina's attraction towards Sonic for many months now... and unfortunately she suspects that the feeling is mutual. Before she can confront them about their relationship, however, bounty hunter extraordinaire, Nack The Weasel kidnaps her! "Afterlife" Part Two (by Ken Penders & Art Mawhinney): This introspective story finds Knuckles pondering the early events of his past — from his parent's marriage to his infancy. Finally, Julie-Su and Vector the Crocodile have... a heart-to-heart!? Say it ain't so! By Ken Penders & Dawn Best. FC, 32pg $2.19 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #123 by Various "Heart Held Hostage" Part Two (by Bollers, Axer, & Tomas): After Nack the Weasel and his bounty hunter crew kidnap Sally, Sonic and Mina set out to rescue her together. Things get dicey as danger levels get high for the two girls Sonic cares about most in his life. The conclusion to last issue's story will force Sonic to choose between Mina and Sally once and for all in a take that can't be missed! "Afterlife" Part Three (by Penders & Mawhinney): Knuckles continues to reflect upon his past and how he was groomed to become the Guardian of the Floating Island. "The Last Robian" (by Bollers, Mawhinney, & Eklund): A mystery has engulfed the entire planet of Mobius — all the Roboticized Mobians have disappeared! FC, 32pg $2.19 VERONICA #139 by Dan Parent "Room & Bored": When the trials and tribulations of public school life prove too much for her, Veronica decides to go to boarding school! Will the grass be greener where the kids have more greenbacks? FC, 32pg $2.19 ARTWARETS COLOUR KAMIKAZE #1 by WON Now available in English! This comic is highly detailed and features the best and lifetime work of the famous Munich character artist. Great drawing, techniques, and contents, plus photos of the best trainz. Everything is packed in the comic story of the rabbit Santa Claus and his adventures. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 120pg, FC $29.95 AVATAR PRESS ALAN MOORE'S ANOTHER SUBURBAN ROMANCE GN by Alan Moore & Juan Jose Ryp An all-new graphic novel from the writer who defined modern comics, Alan Moore! For the first time ever, Alan Moore's performance works making up the play Another Suburban Romance are put in print and lavishly illustrated as full sequential stories. Comprised of three major pieces, adapted from Moore's original presentations by frequent collaborator Antony Johnston (The Courtyard), this original graphic novel is completely illustrated by the Spanish sensation, Juan Jose Ryp. Running from the 1920's Chicago-style killings in "Old Gangsters Never Die," to the ruminations on modern life in the namesake piece, "Another Suburban Romance," this powerful work is one that no Alan Moore fan will want to miss! Also available in a special hardcover edition (with new cover illustration by Ryp), limited to a print run of 1,250 copies. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w $7.95 HC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w (CAUT: 4) $17.95 LANSDALE & TRUMAN'S DEAD FOLKS #2 by Joe R. Lansdale & Timothy Truman The cult-favorite team of Joe R. Lansdale and Timothy Truman serve up more zombie mayhem as Wayne the bounty hunter gets taken prisoner by a nun who's tries to train the undead! Wayne has no interest in such nonsense, as the only good zombie is a dead one, and they'd best get out of his way if they know what's good for 'em! But of course, being dead, they don't… MATURE READERS REG. CVR/—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.95 WARREN ELLIS' SCARS #6 by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows This is it! The dynamic conclusion to Warren Ellis' brilliant crime opus, Scars, with the stunning art of Jacen Burrows! John Cain has been forced into the impossible position of having to watch a horrible man go free — the law cannot touch him. But John can't let it go at that; he has promised to bring the child killer to justice by any means. He is sure that this is the right man, but the evidence says otherwise. Does John go with his gut instinct, or follow the law he has pledged to serve? Which path brings true justice to little girl he found carved up? MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (6 of 6) $3.95 AVENGELYNE: BAD BLOOD BAGGED SET Cover by Al Rio Here's an easy way to get the first Avatar Avengelyne series with art by Rick Lyon. This special bagged set contains copies of all three issues of the Avengelyne: Bad Blood series, plus the Prelude #1 & #2. Bag Set (x3) $11.95 COVEN: SPELLCASTER/TOOTH AND NAIL BAGGED SET This special bagged set contains Coven: Spellcaster #½ and #1 (with art by Al Rio), plus Coven: Tooth & Nail #½ and #1 (with art by Ron Adrian). Bag Set (x4) $15.95 DEMONSLAYER VOLUME 1 HC ORIGINAL SKETCH EDITION by Marat Mychaels Get an original Demonslayer art sketch with each copy! This hardcover collects the original six-issue Demonslayer from Image Comics — as well as the ultra-rare issue #0 — into one mammoth 160-page volume! Limited to just 50 copies, with each copy shipped in a bag with a Certificate of Authenticity. HC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $44.95 HELLINA #0 HARD RULER EDITION by Robert Lugibihl & Rafa Lopez Hell's mistress is back and handing out punishment on this stunning new cover by interior artist Rafa Lopez! Perfect for fans new and old, this issue features Hellina's full origin and tons of never-before-revealed information about her secret past, allies, and those who want to kill her! This special edition is limited to just 1,000 copies. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $5.95 HELLINA: KISS OF DEATH BOX SET Cover by Paul Abrams Here's your chance to get many of the original first printing Hellina books in this limited edition boxed set. This deluxe edition set ships with copies of Hellina: In the Flesh #1A, 1B, 1 Nude A, 1 Nude B, Hellina: Kiss of Death #1, #1 Nude, Encore 1B, Encore Nude 1B. This special box set ships with all 8 listed books inside a special edition box with a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to a mere 100 boxed sets. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS Box Set (x8) $39.95 JUNGLE FANTASY #½—WINGED DEATH EDITION Cover by Juan Jose Ryp Fauna is threatended by a vicious flying dinosaur on this special new cover from Juan Jose Ryp, limited to just 1,000 copies! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $5.95 JUNGLE FANTASY #½—BATHING NUDE EDITION Cover by Juan Jose Ryp This luscious Fauna special edition Nude Cover from Juan Jose Ryp is limited to just 1,000 copies. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $6.00 PANDORA: LOVE AND WAR TP by Robert Lugibihl & Philip Xavier Pandora, the Girl of Myth, comes to her first trade paperback collecting the critically acclaimed three part "Pandora: Alexander the Great" story from the pages of Threshold. Pandora has lived for thousands of years fighting to put the evil she released back into the box she inadvertently released it from. But even an immortal must fall in love and Pandora falls for the legendary Alexander the Great as he conquers all he surveys. But can any human that powerful really be able to avoid the corrupting forces of evil that Pandora has sworn to defeat? Cover by Ron Adrian, with a special nude cover also available by Adrian, limited to 1,000 copies. NOTE: The Nude Cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—b&w, 48pg $5.95 NUDE CVR.—b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.95 SHI: PANDORA'S BOX #1 ROYAL BLUE EDITION Cover by Billy Tucci This ultra-rare royal blue edition is limited to just 100 copies, and every copy ships in a special protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $75.00 TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH BOX SET Cover by Tim Vigil This deluxe edition set ships with copies of Tim Vigil's Webwitch #1-3 in Vigil, Martin, Waller, Adrian, Nude, Wraparound and Platinum Foil cover versions (21 comics), plus the #1 Finch cover. This special box set ships with all 22 listed books inside a special edition box with a Certificate of Authenticity. This super packaged edition is limited to just 100 boxes. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. MATURE READERS Box Set (x22) $69.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ALAN MOORE'S MAGIC WORDS VOLUME 1 HC by Alan Moore, Juan Jose Ryp, & Various Hand-picked by Alan Moore, this book is a stunning adaptation of some of his songs, poems and writings, adapted into sequential art by an amazing group of European artists, most never-before-seen in America! This special edition hardcover features an all-new cover by sensation Juan Jose Ryp and is limited to just 1,250 copies. (STAR17446) HC, 7x10, 56pg, b&w $16.95 FROM THE DESK OF WARREN ELLIS VOLUMES 1 & 2 by Warren Ellis Peer into the twisted brain of the madman by seeing what arrived From the Desk of Warren Ellis! These two volumes collects Ellis's essays, columns, journals, lectures, travelogues and fragments written for an Internet audience. Volume 1 contains writings from 1995 to 1998; Volume 2 contains material produced between 1998 to 1999. Covers by Jacen Burrows. MATURE READERS VOL. 1 (STAR11421)—SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $6.95 VOL. 2 (STAR12038)—SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $6.95 ************************** BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT CAVEWOMAN: "HE SAID, SHE SAID" ONE-SHOT by Devon Massey Fan favorite Devon Massey takes over this delayed, but incredible Cavewoman one-shot! Bruce and Meriem join Professor Cook for a one-day jungle expedition. Would should have been an uneventful research trip soon becomes a situation that goes bad quickly, and then worse even quicker! Watch their frantic struggle to survive their harrowing adventure unfold from both points of view. Just what did happen out there? When they get back, Bruce tells his side of the story – but Meriem doesn't remember it that way! RES. from Previews Vol. XII #5 (May021857) b&w, 36pg $3.50 CAVEWOMAN: "SNAKE BOUND" PRINT by Budd Root It's one of the most controversial pieces of art Budd has ever done –– and not surprisingly, one of the most popular as well! "Snake Bound" is the name of this incredible limited edition art print. It's 11" x 14" and printed on high quality paper stock, housed in a large gray collector's envelope and is absolutely suitable for framing! Limited to only 500 art prints! Print, 11x14, FC MSRP: $16.00 KATALYNA #1 SPECIAL EDITION by Gary Petras & Federico Zumel With a dark heart and a darker soul the vampire Katalyna rules the shadowy and sinister world of the night. All of humankind is her prey! Well – prey on this: a great new special edition cover to Katalyna #1. Don't mess with this vampire bunch! Limited to 500 books, each accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) MSRP: $8.95 ROLLERFOX #1 SPECIAL EDITION by Devon Massey Devon Massey gives us this hip Special Edition cover to Rollerfox! She's a beautiful 18- year old Roller Derby Champ who's out to help her friend solve a murder and battle the evil doers in her city –– all while filling out her Spandex jumpsuit like no one else can. It's a 70's disco cheesecake adventure that must be seen to be believed! Limited to 750 books, each accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) MSRP: $8.95 WILDE KNIGHT #1 SPECIAL EDITION by Gary Petras & Dave Hoover Wilde Knight is the new hit from Basement/Amryl and this cover by Dave Hoover is an absolutely incredible follow-up for the Special Edition! Dave is one of the best out there, which is easy to tell from seeing this great piece featuring Cheyenne Wilde and her wolf companion Dakota! This limited edition of 750 is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 32pg MSRP: $8.95 BECKETT ENTERTAINMENT GENE FUSION #2 by Brandon, Vokes, & Geldhof "Monsters on Parade" Part 2: In Big Creek, genetically fused animal monstrosities battle it out in front of an audience of thousands. But when good ideas go wrong, Elyssa finds a hideous monster breathing down her neck... literally! Floating high above the ground with an angry abomination out to get her as the crowd watches on in terror... is this the gruesome end to a promising career? Cover by Eisner Award-winning artist Michael Avon Oeming (Powers) and Kelsey Shannon. FC, 32pg $2.95 BLACK LIBRARY WARHAMMER MONTHLY #67 The Black Library's all-action comic set in the worlds of Warhammer! In this month's action-packed issue: Kal Jerico blasts into action in "Above and Beyond!" More treachery and betrayal as Bloodquest continues to push the boundaries in this 12-page special installment! The Catachans blast out of the jungle in the awesome new strip "The 19'ers!" Plus, the usual blend of high-octane strips and features. b&w, 40pg $3.50 TITAN VOLUME 3: COLD STEEL GN Imperius Dictatio, god-machine of death and war. From this mighty weapons platform are worlds conquered and planets claimed in the name of the immortal Emperor. Princeps Hekate and his crew battles against the insidious forces of Chaos in all corners of the galaxy. Dan Abnett (The Legion) pens the script in the epic third installment of future war! SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $10.95 BLUE LINE PRO COMICS BASIC PERSPECTIVE FOR COMICS by Pat Quinn Artistic technician, Pat Quinn, dissects every aspect of perspective in comics for this ultimate handbook on creating the illusion of space on a flat surface. With this handbook, the mystery behind the techniques and principles of perceptive will be painstakingly revealed and fully broken down with step-by-step visuals. Simple concepts such as vanishing points and horizon lines will be demonstrated as the basic framework for placing anything in perspective as well as creating time honored dynamic storytelling effects. SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $12.95 LITTLE WHITE MOUSE: OPEN SPACE #4 by Paul Sizer Welcome to the Terminal Café, the diner at the edge of civilized space! This remote diner is home to the misplaced and lost souls of the galaxy, and Loo must decide whether to join them for the rest of her life. Loo's journey home has come to this one destination, and the most unlikely person of all will help Loo make her decision to return to her family or follow her fate to the stars. Plus, comics' legend Sergio Aragones contributes his unique style of humor to a short back-up story! b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95 COMICS EXPLORER VOLUME 2 #1 The eXtraordinary Grant Morrison comes to life in the most eXplosive issue of Comics eXplorer to date! As the writer of New X-Men, one of today's hottest titles, Morrison is on top of the comic world with fans itching in anticipation for his next story of mutant mania. Morrison explains his inspirations behind writing the New X-Men and some sneak-peeks of what fans can expect next from their favorite band of mutants. In addition, Comics Explorer premieres extensive previews and news briefs from all corners of the industry, keeping fans on the pulse of their favorite creators and titles as well as introducing them to some new favorites. FC, 64pg $5.95 BONEYARD PRESS PSYCHO HUNTER COMIC SET AND PRINT by Ju Gomez with Hart D. Fisher If you missed the most extreme horror title to hit the wracks since Faust, here's your prime opportunity to get all three issues signed by it's messiah, Ju Gomez, plus a special new cool black-and-white print! Deep in the heart of the last city on an Earth, now ruled by demons from Hell, there comes an ancient predator known in whispers as "The Great Beast"… and to the few remaining humans as The Psycho Hunter! Get this limited edition pack while you can! MATURE READERS Pack (x 3 w/Print), b&w $9.95 ZOMBIE COMMANDOS FROM HELL! COMIC SET AND PRINT by Steph Dumais & Jake Karns, with King Velveeda The Great Satan has unleashed the wrath of Mother Earth herself in the form of undead armies that roam the Earth exterminating the parasite known only as "man!" Boneyard's zombie-gore-fest-extravaganza of pain is here in a special signed edition for all those punks out there who missed the Commandoes in their initial release last year. Get 'em while their bloody! MATURE READERS Pack (x 3 w/Print), b&w $9.95 BONGO COMICS BART SIMPSON #12 by Shaw!, Yambar, & Lloyd Bart and Lisa prove that a little imagination is a dangerous thing when they go on a sensational rampage through the streets of Springfield. Then, in a "Li'l Homey" story, Homer saves Lard Lad Donuts from bankruptcy. And, finally, Bart and Homer enter a battle of wits and wills. Who will come out on top? Well, whose comic book is it? FC, 32pg $2.50 SIMPSONS COMICS #81 by Boothby & Morrison Lisa Simpson invites you to join the Springfield Book Club. Enjoy some "classic" comedy and literary laughter as the citizens of Springfield share their favorite books and stories with you! FC, 32pg $2.50 BRASS BALL COMICS BUBBA THE REDNECK WEREWOLF #1 by Hyman, Graham, Surface, Hayatt, & Hebbe Bubba goes to a local comic con and finds himself in the midst of a struggle between good sense and bad taste. Mayhem ensues on an epic scale and the hero finds unlikely allies who help prove that the comic industry is still the right place to put faith, hope, and paper route money. Each issue in this series is self-containted. b&w, 32pg $2.95 BROADSWORD COMICS LATEX RED/EVIL GENIUS T-SHIRT Designed by Jim Balent A totally wicked red T-shirt with the Latex Red logo on the front, and "Evil Genius" on back. An evil heart with a pitchfork through it dots the "i" in Evil! Offered in a snug fitting tee for gals or XL for all. WOMEN'S ONE-SIZE FITS ALL $19.99 XL FOR ALL $19.99 BROADSWORD/TAROT DECAL SHEET Art by Jim Balent Jim Balent's full-color art is reproduced on this 6 ½" x 10" decal sheet, featuring images of Tarot and Raven Hex, accompanied by various fairies and the BroadSword Girl silhouette. These static clings stick to your car or home windows. NOTE: Not all decals shown — more will be on sheet. Sheet $6.99 3 KITTENS: PURRR-FECT WEAPON #2 SIGNED EDITION. by Jim Balent This issue features the origin of the Kitten's evil rival, Latex Red, and features tons of Kitten kickin' action! Signed by Jim Balent, with a gold-stamped Certificate of Authenticity. FC, 32pg $10.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A 3 LITTLE KITTENS #2: PURRR-FECT WEAPONS by Jim Balent "Puss N Bullets"—Survival looks slim for the 3 Kittens when Latex Red and the Satanic Cheerleaders of Doom steal the latest killing machines from a military parade and set their deadly sights on vaporizing our heroines' nine lives. FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95 ******************** BUD PLANT OFFERED AGAIN O/A CREPAX: JUSTINE & THE STORY OF "O" HC by Guido Crepax SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL HC, 8x10, 440pg, PC SRP: $14.99 O/A RAYMOND CHANDLER'S: THE LITTLE SISTER GN The Little Sister, first published in 1949, finds Philip Marlowe searching for the missing brother of a young woman from Kansas who carries "one of those awkward-looking square bags that make you think of a Sister of Mercy taking first aid to the wounded." Marlowe's investigation draws him into the dark, dangerous world behind Hollywood's glittering facade, and enmeshes him in a web of betrayals and cold-blooded murders. This edition features 129 pages of full-color illustrations by Michael Lark, the creator of DC's Terminal City, who captures the film-noir vision of Los Angeles brought to life in the works of Chandler. SC, 7x11, 144pg, FC SRP: $8.99 O/A STAR WARS: EPISODE 2 ATTACK OF THE CLONES NOVELIZATION HC by R.A. Salvatore It is ten years after the events of Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. Now nineteen-year-old Anakin is torn between his personal dreams and his Jedi duties, as he and his Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi, struggle with the Machiavellian plots and secret deals that are slowly tearing the republic apart! Based on the screenplay of Star Wars: Episode 2, this novel continues the thrilling story of Anakin Skywalker and the path that will ultimately lead him to his transcendence towards the Dark Side, and his fate as Darth Vader. HC, 336pg $12.95 O/A TOY STORY: THE ART & MAKING OF THE ANIMATED FILM by John Lasseter & Steve Daly Toy Story is another landmark Disney achievement, whose importance goes far beyond the movie's box-office success. The first full-length computer animated feature ever, Toy Story's look and creation indicate nothing less than a revolution in the making of animated films. The authors take us through the entire extraordinary process of the film's creation, from the incredible artwork of the first 4,000 storyboards to the final transfer from video to film. Available in hardcover and Disney Miniature formats.) HC, 9x11, 192pg, FC SRP: $5.99 ***************** VENUS: MASTERPIECES OF MODERN EROTIC PHOTOGRAPHY HC by Michelle Olley SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x11, 96pg, FC SRP: $17.99 SINCE THE WORLD BEGAN: WALT DISNEY WORLD—THE FIRST 25 YEARS HC by Jeff Kurtti; Foreward by Roy Disney Originally published at $24.95! From the enchantment of the Magic Kingdom to the amazing multi-cultural EPCOT, Walt Disney World is a place like no other. Beautifully illustrated book details the history of the park from conception to the present. Includes original concept drawings and rarely seen photographs of the park's construction, plus a look at the visionary future. Lots of sidebars with insider stories. Published by Hyperion Books in 1996. HC, 9x11, 192pg, FC SRP: $8.99 ********************* CARTOON BOOKS BONE #53 by Jeff Smith Gran'ma Ben puts Smiley Bone in charge of watching over her two stupid, stupid prisoners. But is there a method to her madness? Also, Fone Bone and Thorn reach the end of the road. Only three issues left! b&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH BONE SC COLLECTIONS by Jeff Smith Three volumes of the simple and charming stories that continue to surprise and delight readers the world over. VOL. 1: OUT FROM BONEVILLE (STAR01700) $12.95 VOL. 2: THE GREAT COW RACE (STAR02377) $14.95 VOL. 3: EYES OF THE STORM (STAR02559) $16.95 ****************** CASTLE RAIN ENTERTAINMENT JACK THE LANTERN #2 by Michael Angelos & Scott Lee The Origin issue! Who is Lisa Frazer, and what role will she play in Jack's life? What are the "Books of the Yavlo"? Why did Frank Casper choose Jack? From where did Argotakar come? All these questions will be answered in this issue. Featuring an amazing cover by Tim Vigil (Faust). MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $3.00 CG ENTERTAINMENT Code 6 THE CROSSOVERS #4 by Robert Rodi, Mauricet, Ernie Colon, & Mark McNabb WORLDS COLLIDE! In Part 4 of the 6-part "Cross Currents," the war between the Bellekosin and Imperatrix Tyranna heats up… but Eradika has her hands full in Crosstown. Calista meets her first super-hero…and it's not who you think. Cliff discovers romance in a very unlikely setting. And Archetype unveils his surprising secret weapon! FC, 32pg $2.95 DEMONWARS: TRIAL BY FIRE #5 by R.A. Salvatore & Scott Ciencin, Ron Wagner, & Caesar Rodriguez A HERO DIES! The demon-wolf Managarm is made flesh by the vengeance-driven frost giants of Alpinador. Can the Ranger Andacanavar, the magic-wielder Moira and the bloody red-cap dwarf Grave Mungo stand against this horrifying fiend, or will the world of Corona be put to the torch by Managarm's fiery touch? One will fall in this exciting conclusion to the first DemonWars arc! FC, 32pg (5 of 5) $2.95 LADY DEATH #3 by Brian Pulido, Ivan Reis, Marc Campos, & Chris Blythe HOLY WAR! The "re-birth" of Lady Death attracts attention far and wide. In the Eldritch realm, news of Lady Death reaches her step mother Obsidia, who secretly vows to destroy her, while her father Tvarus plans to aid her. On earth, the Pope dispatches Warrior Priests to force Lady Death to submit to an inquisition. But none of them is prepared for Lady Death's next move as she is presented Blackheart – a unique magical sword made from metals of both worlds. FC, 32pg $2.95 CrossGen Universe BRATH #3 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Andrea Divito & Brad Vancata, colors by Rob Schwager The beginning of an epic tale of worlds in collision and an empire in decline. Brath Mac Garen is the warchief of a clan that rules the last free land in the known world. They are pitted against the numberless legions of an evil emperor who will stop at nothing to enslave them. Brath is tormented by visions of the God of Stags. What do these dreams mean and how will they aid him in the coming war with the numberless legions of a pitiless empire? Drusus is visited by his brother in a horrifying vision. The armies of the Outlanders march in force on Ureland. Brath struggles to bring the clans under one banner to face them. FC, 32pg $2.95 CHIMERA #3 Story by Ron Marz and Brandon Peterson; Scripted by Ron Marz, art by Brandon Peterson On a distant ice world, a young woman with a special gift hides from her past. But the rulers of the Chimeran Imperium, a brutal intergalactic empire, will stop at nothing to find her. This sci-fi miniseries features stunning, digitally painted artwork by Brandon Peterson! Sara pieces together her past and begins to understand the true nature of the power she's carrying. But the realization may well come too late as the Progeny - the super-evolved children of the Emperor – descend upon the ice world in order to capture Sara. The star-spanning sci-fi series by Peterson and Marz nears its climax! FC, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95 CRUX #3 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Steve Epting & Roland Paris, colors by Frank D'Armata The human race has vanished without a trace! Six 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. Verityn and Geromi go for a ride in a vintage 20th Century fighter plane. But what starts as a joyride turns to terror as an airborne menace from the Negation threatens to hunt them down and kill them. At the same time a vast Negation force marches on Atlantis. Will Thraxis survive long enough to warn the Atlanteans? FC, 32pg $2.95 THE FIRST #30 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? Persha and Ingra have different plans. One wants to unite the First, and the other won't reveal her true intentions. As the passionate natures of mother and daughter collide, the world of Elysia will tremble. FC, 32pg $2.95 MERIDIAN #35 Written by Barbara Kesel, art by Steve McNiven & 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? Ilahn of Cadador, the greatest businessman his world has ever known, has put aside the ruling of his island in order to prepare his revenge against his errant niece. How much is he willing to destroy just to cause Sephie pain? FC, 32pg $2.95 MYSTIC #35 Written by Tony Bedard , art by Paul Ryan; Colors by Wil Quintana On a world where society is based upon magic instead of technology, ultimate power rests in the hands of the last person who wants it. Party-girl Giselle Villard couldn't care less about magic until a mysterious symbol on her palm made her the mystic protector of planet Ciress. Now she must mature into her new role before a legion of newfound enemies can destroy her! As Giselle seeks to respond to the global chaos sweeping the magical world of Ciress, her enemies are busy plotting her ultimate downfall. When the Master of the Dark Magi Guild is reunited with the eternal spirit of his evil guild, he once again has the power necessary to take on Giselle one on one. But the Magus now has even bigger plans than Giselle's death – and his powerful new allies may soon regret ever making a pawn of the darkest wizard on Ciress! FC, 32pg $2.95 MARK OF CHARON #2 Written by Tony Bedard, art by Joe Bennet & Johnathan Glapion, colors by Dave Stewart Javi leads Charon's new team of Negation Sigil-Bearers against a rebel uprising on a Negation world. What they encounter on this war-torn world will set them on a road that will ultimately turn them against their glowing blue master, Charon himself. Discover how Good and Evil get twisted inside out in the dark universe known as The Negation! FC, 32pg (2 of 5) $2.95 NEGATION #17 Written by Tony Bedard, art by Luke Ross & Drew Geraci, colors by Dean White Gammid's tale unfolds as the NEGATION team's newest member reveals many secrets, both about his own origins, and about the origins of the CrossGen Universe! The balance of power in Negation Space radically shifts in this revealing look at the roots of a war between two universes! FC, 32pg $2.95 NEGATION VOLUME 2 TP Written by Tony Bedard, art by Paul Pelletier & David Meikis, colors by James Rochelle The rebellion against the Negation's emperor takes its first bold step in "Baptism of Fire." When one of their own is abducted and held prisoner by Emperor Charon, Kaine's fugitives must attempt a rescue against all odds. New enemies, unexpected allies, and epic battles highlight the most explosive NEGATION adventure yet! SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $15.95 ROUTE 666 #11 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? "You can't go home"…but that isn't stopping Cassie from trying as our heroine returns to her hometown to put her life back together. Unfortunately, something is very, VERY wrong with her folks, her friends, and her old haunts. Can Cassie notice the danger all around her before it's too late? Or will her desperate denial only speed her doom? FC, 32pg $2.95 ROUTE 666 VOLUME 1: HIGHWAY TO HORROR TP Written by Tony Bedard, art by Karl Moline & John Dell, colors by Nick Bell Take a cruel cruise down the "Highway of Horror" with Cassie Starkweather, a young psychic girl who discovers a supernatural invasion is taking place, but only she can see the enemy hidden among us! Branded as a lunatic, Cassie embarks on a lonely one- woman war against the creatures who stole her best friend's soul! SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $15.95 RUSE #19 Written by Scott Beatty, art by Butch Guice & Mike Perkins, colors by Laura Martin After just barely surviving a deflating dirigible, giant Gargoyles, and a marauding Miranda Cross, Simon Archard and Emma Bishop make their long-awaited homecoming to more friendly environs. But a divided city greets Partington's once favorite son and his intrepid partner. Simon's celebrity may in fact be his undoing as a sly new sleuth steals the spotlight to extricate one of our cast from a potentially deadly romantic triangle. FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION #35 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. Can it truly be? Are Ethan's sister Ylena and his most hated enemy Bron truly in love? And can Ethan do anything to stop it? Events on Avalon take a shocking turn, with a surprise ending that will leave everyone stunned! FC, 32pg $2.95 SOLUS #2 Written by Barbara Kesel, art by George Pérez & Rick Magyar, colors by Larry Molinar Audra Radiant is putting the pieces of her life back together. The problem is that they're all scattered on different worlds! Watch as Audra goes from pulp hero to barbarian warrior, changing identities as she tours the worlds of the CrossGen Universe in search of herself. The answers will change her life – and the universe – forever! Something has been hidden on the world of Quin for centuries, waiting for the day when Solusandra would return to claim it. But Andra cannot remember what to do with what she's given, and may not have time to remember with the Hound on her trail… FC, 32pg $2.95 SCION TRAVELER VOLUME 1: CONFLICT OF CONSCIENCE TP Written by Ron Marz, art by Jim Cheung & Don Hillsman II, colors by Caesar Rodriguez THE STORY THAT BEGAN IT ALL! In an age in which ritual combat has taken the place of real war, Ethan prepares to mark his passage into manhood by participating in his first tournament. Then an incident occurs which changes his life forever – and leads to the first open warfare in generations. Relive the exciting debut of SCION with this smart new Traveler Edition! SC, 6x9, 192pg, FC $9.95 SIGIL #35 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Scot Eaton & Andrew Hennessey, 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? KEY ISSUE! Sam, Zanni and the survivors of the Bitterluck are re-united, but their happiness lasts only nanoseconds as an unimaginably huge armada from the Negation universe threatens every living thing in the galaxy. And the secret of Roiya's resurrection is finally revealed in a horrifying climax that will leave you shaken. FC, 32pg $2.95 SOJOURN #22 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 quest continues as Arwyn ventures deep into the desert wastes of Oudubai, but her deadliest enemy may not be the sand, the heat or the troll pursuers dogging her every step. The greatest danger may well come from one of her own companions - a thief who has designs on the very Fragments Arwyn carries. FC, 32pg $2.95 FORGE #13 Alone. Stranded in hostile territory. Wearing a prehensile tail around his neck. He's Kaine, leader of an unlikely band of heroes and the star of Chapter 15 in the NEGATION saga. Meanwhile, there's also CRUX (Chapter 25), THE PATH (Chapter 12), MERIDIAN (Chapter 33), SOJOURN (Chapter 20), and ROUTE 666 (Chapter 9). But that's not all! As a bonus, we're re-presenting the very first CROSSGEN CHRONICLES and throwing in special previews of SOLUS and BRATH! What a bargain! SC, 6x9, 192pg, FC $7.95 EDGE #13 Strange attackers lurk on the event horizon of a systems-wide black hole, as Sam and the crew of the BitterLuck wander into an interstellar junkyard in SIGIL (Chapter 33). We've got the rest of our regular lineup – WAY OF THE RAT (Chapter 10), THE FIRST (Chapter 28), MYSTIC (Chapter 33), RUSE (Chapter 17), SCION (Chapter 33) – plus the classic first volume of CROSSGEN CHRONICLES, where it all began! Also look for special previews of the new series SOLUS and BRATH, coming to CrossGen's Compendia in May. SC, 6x9, 192pg, FC $7.95 THE PATH #14 Written by Ron Marz, art by Matthew Smith & 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. As Obo-san prepares for war, he is confronted by literally the last person he ever expected as his brother Todosi seemingly returns from the grave. Will Obo-san surrender the Weapon of Heaven to his brother, or is there something far more sinister at work here? FC, 32pg $2.95 THE PATH VOLUME 2: BLOOD ON SNOW TP Written by Ron Marz, art by Bart Sears & Mark Pennington, colors by Michael Atiyeh A monk now stripped of his faith possesses the most powerful weapon in an exotic land of samurai warriors. As merciless invaders advance across the countryside, Obo-san must decide where his true loyalty lies. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $15.95 WAY OF THE RAT #12 Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Jeff Johnson & Tom Ryder, colors by Chris Garcia THE STUNNING, DESTRUCTIVE AND EARTHSHAKING CONCLUSION to the Emperor Dragon arc as the secret to destroying the dragon proves more deadly than the curse. This spectacular climax to this epic tale will have sweeping implications for the life of Boon and Po Po as someone close to them dies and another reveals a long-hidden truth. FC, 32pg $2.95 CROSSGEN COVER SERES: WAY OF THE RAT DRAGON POSTER Art by Jeff Johnson & Tom Ryder, colors by Chris Garcia Featuring the Emperor Dragon portrait with all the cast from WAY OF THE RAT #7-12 as you were meant to see it! Poster, 12x44, FC $5.95 CHECKER BOOK PUBLISHING SUPREME: THE RETURN TP Alan Moore follows his Eisner Award-winning "The Story of the Year" supreme script with "The Return," presented here in its entirety for the first time. Featuring the art of Chris Sprouse (Tom Strong) and ingenious flashback sequences by Rick Veitch. Plus, cameos by Gil Kane and Jim Starlin. (CAUT: 4) HC, 258g, FC $24.95 SUPREME: THE STORY OF THE YEAR AND THE RETURN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE LEATHER BOUND EDITION The Story of the Year and The Return packaged together as a set. Limited edition, leather bound. (CAUT: 4) Set (x2) $125.00 CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #120 by Strom, Day, & Lachance The Anti-Elvira Revenge League (led by the Duke of A.E.R.L.) plans to destroy our Mistress — all without any violent language — in "Fright and Malice!" Also, Elvira investigates monsters hijacking nuclear waste, in "Bomb Warnings!" by Howell, Sutton, and Anderson. Color Photo Cover of Elvira. b&w, 32pg $2.50 DEADBEATS #59 by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran Two women have been transformed into vampires — and each of them has her own undead agenda. Plus, Brittany and Manny's baby demonstrates strange powers, in "Restless Spirits!" Cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 COLBURN COMICS SAMURAI GUARD #5 by Kirk Abrigo Raiden and Hachiman — two of the most powerful beings in the universe — fight on a mountaintop that nullifies their powers, leaving them to battle with nothing but their skills, wits and the strength of normal men. Meanwhile, another battle rages below between the Samurai Guard and the Shuto Ninja clan… FC, 32pg $2.95 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND BUSTED #14 It's convention time again and the CBLDF is on the road! In addition spreading the word about the current state of Free Speech in comics, this issue of Busted! will give you our schedule of events, who were bringing to which show, where the member parties will be, and how you can help in the fight against censorship in comics. Also, complete coverage of the Jim Lee Mile High Comics auction and a huge helping of First Amendment news. b&w, 32pg PI BARRY WEEN: "F*** CENSORSHIP" UNCENSORED T-SHIRT by Judd Winick Barry Ween has nothing good to say about censorship, and he says it loudly and without reserve on this all-new T-Shirt benefiting the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. You have seen the version of this tee with "!#$@" in place of the actual four-letter-word, but this time out Barry Ween creator Judd Winick holds nothing back as his foul-mouthed creation lets fly! Follow Barry's example and let everyone know your feelings while supporting the work of the CBLDF. Black tee shirt, 100% cotton. (CAUT: 4) XL-XXL $20.00 "TOO CUTE TO CENSOR" BABYDOLL T-SHIRT by Colleen Coover There are many ways to show your patriotism, and Nibbil, star of Colleen Coover's independent fan-favorite series Small Favors, does it with zest! "I'm too cute to censor!" she cries while showing the worlds her stars and stripes underwear. Sure to be a hit with the alternative comics crowd and mainstream alike. This full color image comes on a pink tee. S-L $20.00 COMIC CAVALCADE SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #1 DEATH SCROLL EDITION by Billy Tucci The Shi novel is finally in print with tons of new illustrations by Billy Tucci, who also provides our exclusive new cover for this special edition of just 1,000 copies! (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $5.95 SHI: ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #1 DEATH SCROLL RUBY RED COVER EDITION by Billy Tucci This special ruby red foil edition ships bagged and boarded and is ultra-limited to just 150 copies! (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $24.95 VAMPIRELLA #0 ROYAL BLUE COVER EDITION Cover by Joe Quesada Special warehouse find of the rare first printing of Vampirella #0 royal blue edition! This ultra-limited royal blue edition is limited to just 100 copies and every copy ships in a special protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $149.95 RAZOR: TORTURE PREQUEL Cover by Steven Sandoval Fully Painted! Every page of this special Prequel to the Razor: Torture series is fully painted by the now-retired master, Stephen Sandoval! All-new material, never-before- seen, and never-to-be-reprinted! If you are a fan of Razor, or luscious fully-painted artwork, then this is a must-have item for you! All copies ship bagged and boarded. FC, 16pg $4.95 KABUKI: MASKS OF THE NOH #1 SKETCHED EDITION Cover by David Mack Get an original sketch by David Mack! This special lettered edition of the rare first print commemorative cover is limited to just 26 copies, each with an original ink sketch on the inside front cover! Every copy ships in a special protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg $89.95 COMICSONE.COM CRAYON SHINCHAN GN #4 by Yoshito Usui Watch as Shinchan shaves off one of his eyebrows, takes a trip to the hair salon, visits with his Grandpa and goes on a family vacation. This volume is packed with hilarious high jinks! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABRE GN #6 by Louis Cha & Wing Shing Ma Wuji battles all the Masters, and yet no one recognizes that he is the son of Jay Shan Chang. Walking a fine line between good and supposed evil, Wuji must defeat the enemy but not injure anyone. The righteous clans demand justice, but his grandfather — his last known blood relation — is one of the Ming Sect's head officials. SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABRE GN #2 by Wing Shing Ma Jay Shan Chang, his wife Sue Ying, and young son Wu Ji Chang have begun their long journey home to Wu Tang. But it isn't long before their enemies catch up to them. Cornered, Jay Shan Chang does the unthinkable to keep his uncle's location a secret. Also the secret behind the crippled Di Yu is revealed. (STAR17304) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 ***************** IRON WOK JAN! GN #4 by Shinji Saijyo It's the All-Japan Cooking Competition finals, and the finalists are the jovial Serena, Kobe's Celine Yang, the uppity Kiriko (heiress to the Gobancho Restaurant), and the cocky Jan, who believes "Cooking is a Battle!" The theme of this final cook-off: Noodles! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 ONEGAI TEACHER: PLEASE! TEACHER GN #2 by Yosuke Kuroda (Please!) & Shizuru Hayashiya Now, not only must Kei deal with school, his friends, and the fact that he's married to his alien teacher, Mizuho, but now Mizuho's kid sister has come down to cause trouble for the happy couple. Can Kei and Mizuho find true happiness with this mini-menace around? SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 RED PROWLING DEVIL GN #4 by Toshimitsu Shimizu A secret terrorist organization wants the Red Prowling Devil grounded. But Naomi's skills are too much for them. Who funds the Red Prowling Devil's missions, and what's in it for him? Are Naomi's brother and boyfriend truly safe? SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH RED PROWLING DEVIL GN #1 by Toshimitsu Shimizu During a routine mission, Naomi (pilot for the Red Prowling Devil organization) accidentally shoots down two fellow R.P.D. pilots. The organization takes advantage of Naomi's incredible guilt and convinces her to become an assassin to make amends. (STAR17324) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 **************** STORY OF THE TAO GN #4 by Ding King Lau & Andy Seto Datura and company encounter Vapor, who is Dream Taiyi's lover. Who does she love most, Datura or Vapor? At the same time, Ivory sees Vapor for the first time and falls for him hard. Now she feels torn and doesn't know where her heart lies. The battle of love has begun! SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WEAPONS OF THE GODS GN #3 by Tony Wong The race for the mightiest weapons continues. The battle with the Demon Army rages on. Chai receives a serious wound and the evil Demon Army kidnaps Snow. Also, Iron Heart learns a tragic secret about his family. (STAR17334) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 ********************* CPM MANGA LET'S STAY TOGETHER FOREVER GN by Tomoko Taniguchi Love and Rockers! High school cliques can get very exclusive, and people will seldom cross these lines. Will Leo the Metal-Head, and Ayami the shy girl, ever realize that they were made for each other? Or will social dogmas keep them apart? A tale of love, loss, and hairspray! Japanese style right to left format book! SC, 5x8, 192pg, b&w $15.95 RECORD OF LODOSS WAR: WELCOME TO LODOSS ISLAND BOOK ONE TP by Rei Hyakuyashiki Journey back to Lodoss Island for tales of dragons and dwarves, paladins and princesses, magic and... madness?! All your favorite characters from Record of Lodoss War are back and sillier than ever in this series of madcap short strips that poke fun at all the high fantasy stereotypes you have come to love. SC, 5x8, 128pg, b&w $15.95 Manga 18 DEMON BEAST INVASION: THE ORIGINAL MANGA BOOK TWO TP by Toshio Maeda SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x8, 232pg, b&w $16.95 CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT GREMLIN EFFECT: GREMLINOLOGY by Billy Tucci & Mark Sparacio The latest creation from Shi creator Billy Tucci! In the summer of 1940, the Gremlins of Ashfordshire believe that the Royal Air Force has invaded their land — and they're not about to let a little thing like the Battle of Britain stand in their way! Except for one… who will take to the skies, battle bloodthirsty Goblins, and rally his fellows to "The Few" during freedom's "Finest Hour!" FC, 24pg $4.00 SHI COVER GALLERY TP by Billy Tucci & Various By popular demand, Crusade offers a complete catalogue of ever Shi cover ever produced! From the very first Way of the Warrior to this year's Illustrated Warrior, and every foreign and variant in between, The Shi Cover Gallery includes synopses, original ship dates, artist's commentary, and a complete checklist. This 200-plus-page testament to "SHIstory" is richly printed in full-color and is a must-have for every Shi fan! SC, 7x10, 206pg, FC $29.99 DEUX GRAPHICA STUDIO ASTIKA # 6 by Muñoz & Mantella, & Taborda Worlds collide as the titans Rig and Aranga clash in a shattering conflict that threatens to destroy the nation of India! But this is no battle to be won on the physical plane — this war takes place in simultaneous levels of reality! Hyper-mayhem and violence explode in the first story arc conclusion! FC, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.99 GENOME #6 by Muñoz & Mantella, & Ponce Special Issue! New Joe's Does are prepared; the mystery of Pluto revealed; Liv suspects that something does not walk well with the resurrection; plus epilogues, interludes, and preludes that presage the storm of the apocalyptic second saga! It's all here in "And We Play!" FC, 32pg (6 of 6) $2.99 DIGITAL WEBBING S.K.U.M.M. #1 Something Hazardous This Way Comes by Niveque Storm & Deon Nuckols It's the year 2102, the sports stars of the future are S.K.U.M.M..... bio-engineered, nanotech enhanced former soldiers seeking fame and fortune in the arena of motorized medieval combat. Jimmy "The Torch" endures fierce battle, faulty equipment, deadly loan sharks and the mysterious disappearances of his fellow S.K.U.M.M. FC, 24pg (1 of 4) $2.95 DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS #8 by Various This issue: A boy's fascination with a mysterious gunfighter, a delusional bicycle delivery boy, a sexy she-demon trapped in a hideous new body, two English lads on a magical sea adventure, the modern life and times of a classic monster, robot butt-kicking, and the exotic Voodoo Island. b&w, 48pg $2.95 GUTWALLOW #3 by Dan Berger In this final issue of the Gutwallow mini-series, a weapon of vast annihilation does what it was created to do. Meanwhile, Gutwallow's friend Miyoko learns to love her enemy. All's well that ends well... or is it? b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95 SHADES OF BLUE #1 by James S. Harris & Cal Slayton SHADOWS AND MASKS: Part 1 of an all-new series! Heidi and the gang have their hands full when a mysterious force comes to school and starts possessing students. Now they'll have the difficult task of tracking down the creature as it jumps from body to body — at a masquerade party! b&w, 24pg $2.95 DORK STORM PRESS DORK TOWER #24 by John Kovalic It's Matt's first stab at creating his own comic. But with Kayleigh and Gilly back in the picture, his mind may be elsewhere! The beginning of a new story arc, this issue is a great jump-on point , leading into the milestone 25th issue! b&w, 40pg $2.99 PS238 #2 by Aaron Williams PS238 is designed to handle visitors from all walks of life… on this planet. When a small spacecraft crashes into the playground bearing an alien child, the faculty and staff find that otherworldly beings can often present their own problems to education. And why was he sent to our world in the first place? Find out in PS238 #2! b&w, 32pg $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DORK TOWER: THE LORD OF THE RINGS SPECIAL by John Kovalic This giant-sized comic collects all of The Lord of the Rings material from the comic books and online strips, and includes a brand-new 10-page story, "The Death of Gandalf Part 3." b&w, 32pg $2.99 **************** DRAWN & QUARTERLY IT'S A GOOD LIFE IF YOU DON'T WEAKEN NEW PRINTING by Seth In his first graphic novel, Seth is disaffected by the crassness of contemporary culture. He takes refuge in a quest to uncover the life and work of Kalo, a forgotten New Yorker cartoonist from the 1940s. But this blinds him to his desperate family and withdrawn lover! MATURE READERS SC, b&w $19.95 LOUIS RIEL #10 by Chester Brown A 19th century rebel leader from the prairies, Louis is on trial for the crime of treason against the Canadian government. His life is on the line in the most violent and unstable period for the country! Find out in this final issue why Canadians still quarrel about Louis Riel! b&w $2.95 PAUL HAS A SUMMER JOB GN by Michel Rabagliati This book continues the story of Paul, a Quebecois teenager in the late 1970s, who stops his high school art training to be a counselor at a summer camp. There he finds himself guiding a motley band of kids, misfits, and troublemakers, much like himself! RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #6 (JUN022227) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A PAUL IN THE COUNTRY by Michel Rabagliati This story tells of a middle-aged man disenchanted with his adult life. As he travels for a weekend holiday in the country with his four-year-old daughter, he thinks back to his own childhood, a time when everything was seemingly different. b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $3.50 **************** DREAMWAVE PRODUCTIONS TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA # 10 by Furman, Guidi, To, Wang & Curtis Both Autobots and Decepticons lay siege to the Mini-Con moonbase. But do the Earthbound Mini-Cons want rescuing at all? Worse, the entrenched Mini-Con Destruction teams has a last gasp secret weapon: Rad! NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 32pg $2.95 TRANSFORMERS ARMADA VOLUME 1 TP by Sarracini, Raiz, Armstrong, & Garcia Collecting Transformers: Armada #1-5. Learn where the Mini-Cons came from, and why Optimus Prime and Megatron want them so badly! Starting out on Cybertron, this series moves quickly to Earth, where the battle between the Autobots and Decepticons rages on! NOTE: Not available outside North America. SC, 144pg, FC $13.95 TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION ONE VOLUME 2 #1 by Sarracini, Lee, Armstrong, Garcia, & Grundetjern A new ruler seeks to unify Cybertron and transform the planet into a utopia. Both Optimus and Megatron must pledge allegiance to his order, or risk execution as war criminals! Now Optimus and the Autobots are enemies of the planet they defended! Available in Alternate Autobot and Decepticon cover versions, as well as a limited edition Chrome Cover version. NOTE: Not available outside North America. REGULAR—FC, 32pg (1 of 6) $2.95 CHROME—FC, 32pg (1 of 6) $5.95 TRANSFORMERS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE OFFICIAL GUIDE #1 This first chapter in an eight-part compendium gives you the lowdown on all your favorite robots in disguise. From Alpha Trion to Omega Supreme, it's the quintessential guide that no fan should be without! NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 64pg (1 of 8) $5.25 SANDSCAPE #4 by Kato, Kang, Sander, & Ng Trapped deep within the subterranean city of Espri, Val and Aubrey's hopes are crushed by the invasion of the Paren Cascade. Deeper underground, Val must unlock the secrets of Axeton, the legendary "elder," before Kianna discovers her location! FC, 32pg $2.95 WARLANDS VOLUME 3 #6 by Augustyn, Guerrero, A. Jimenez, & Campus The army of darkness have hunted down the champions of light. Now slaughter is at hand. But the lost secrets of Warlands' greatest hero may turn the tide. In the end, it comes down to the bravery and intelligence of Laina. FC, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION 1 HOLOFOIL COVER POSTER by James Raiz An epic battle above Cybertron! Art by James Raiz, the regular penciller for Transformers: Armada, this was the first Transformers piece that he drew! (STAR17254) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Poster, 26x39, FC $6.95 TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION 1 INCENTIVE COVER POSTER by Pat Lee Given as an incentive to retailers that ordered a certain number of comics, this image features Devastator and Superion battling it out. Is there anything cooler than two giant robots fighting? (STAR17255) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Poster, 26x39, FC $6.95 *************** DYNAMIC FORCES DF X-MEN PHOENIX PAINTED LITHOGRAPH The first EVER Phoenix Lithograph for Dynamic Forces by the creator of Dawn, artist Joseph Michael Linsner! Measuring 18" by 24" and printed on archival 100 lbs. Gallerie Silk Stock, this masterpiece by Linsner will be a treasured addition to your collection! REG. —Litho, 18x24, FC $19.99 SGN. (CAUT: 2)—Litho, 18x24, FC $39.99 DF CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE ORIGIN LITHOGRAPH BY ALEX ROSS Artist Alex Ross' amazing painted pages from the Captain America: Red, White and Blue Hardcover is presented here as a high-quality Dynamic Forces Lithograph akin to WB lithos! Printed on 100lb. Gallerie Art Silk Stock, this masterpiece is limited to 299 units worldwide, and the signed version is limited to 199! REG. –Litho, 22x28, FC $49.99 SGN. –Litho, 22x28, FC $89.99 DFE BATTLE OF THE PLANETS PIN-UP BOOK It's the Battle of the Planets month from Top Cow, and DF is joining the party with this spectacular pin-up book featuring new and existing artwork by comic favorites ranging from J. Scott Campbell and Marc Silvestri to Michael Turner, Clarance Lansang, Jae Lee and John Cassaday! SC $6.99 DF BATTLE OF THE PLANETS PREMIERE TRADING CARD BOX This package features the premiere Battle of the Planets DF Trading Cards! Art by Alex Ross, Pat Lee, J. Scott Campbell, and more! This 72 card base set includes Autograph Cards, Sketch Cards, 6 Animation Cel Cards, and more! Each box comes with 40 packs per box and 7 cards per pack! This package includes two bonus signed cards. Box PI TRANSFORMERS: THE WAR WITHIN #1 LENTICULAR COVER SIGNED Signed by UK Transformers writer Simon Furman! The sold-out first issue of the War Within series is presented signed by long-time Transformers writer, Simon Furman! Featuring the extremely desirable lenticular cover. NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 32pg $29.99 TRANSFORMERS: GEN ONE VOLUME 2 #1 ALTERNATE COVER This special alternate cover edition features art by original Transformers cover artist, Bill Sienkiewicz! NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 32pg $6.99 SPIDER-MAN: HEAD BEHIND THE SHADOWS GICLEE SIGNED This depiction of the Wall-Crawler by Alex Ross is now available as a DF Giclee! Each print, hand signed by artist Alex Ross, is limited to just 99 in the world and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, sealed on the back of the frame. (CAUT: 4) Giclee $699.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DYNAMIC FORCES DAREDEVIL: DEATH OF ELEKTRA STATUE Sculpted and painted by Martin Canale, and based on designs by Greg Horn, this statue presents the moment of Daredevil's greatest loss! Limited to only 1982 production units worldwide, the Daredevil: Death of Elektra Statue measures 11" wide and 10" tall. Statue $189.99 O/A BLADE MOVIE BUST Dynamic Forces first Blade Movie bust features the detailed likeness of Wesley Snipes as Blade! Meticulously sculpted by Martin Canale, the Blade Movie bust stands 5 ½" tall and sits 3" wide. Bust $59.99 *************** ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1/2 Featuring a brand-new story by red-hot writer Brian Michael Bendis and artist Mark Bagley, this out-of-print story is a must-have for your Ultimate Spidey collection! Also features a sketchbook and Wizard certificate of authenticity! Supplies are limited! FC $16.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN #1/2 Featuring a brand-new story by red-hot writer Geoff Johns and artist Mark Aaron Lopresti this out-of-print story is a must-have for your Ultimate X-Men collection! Also features a sketchbook and Wizard certificate of authenticity! Supplies are limited! FC $16.99 WEAPON X #1/2 Featuring a brand-new story by writer Frank Tieri and artist George Jeanty this out-of- print story is a must-have for your Marvel collection!Also features a sketchbook and Wizard certificate of authenticity! Supplies are limited! FC $16.99 X-MEN COVER MAGNETS Classic cover images from Jack Kirby (Uncanny X-Men #1) and Jim Lee (X-Men #11) as nifty magnets! JACK KIRBY—Magnet $4.99 JIM LEE—Magnet $4.99 JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER'S DAWN PREMIERE 2003 T-SHIRT You've been staring at Dawn's chest for years, well now's your chance to wear her on your chest and get some stares of your own! This T-shirt features a jaw-dropping image of Joe Michael Linsner's Dawn on a high-quality cotton T-shirt! LG-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 SPIDER-MAN VERSUS GREEN GOBLIN MOVIE WALL SCROLL This fantastic movie image features the Spider-Man, caught in mid-swing facing-off against his most deadly foe – The Green Goblin! Measuring an unbelievable 27" by 34", this cloth masterpiece will be the ever-lovin' addition to your collection! Wall Scroll, 27x34 PI CAPTAIN AMERICA #12 SIGNED This new story arc features Cap's true origin, from when he was encased in ice! Aptly entitled "Ice", this first issue of this series will blow your mind away, and DF has the signed copies by award winning artist Jae Lee! FC, 32pg $19.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN HARDCOVER SIGNED Signed by writer Mark Millar! The first six issues of the Ultimate X-Men storyline are collected in this hardcover edition, limited to a mere 49 copies, all signed by Mark Millar all the way from Scotland. HC, 8x11, FC $149.99 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #33 SIGNED Signed by artist, Art Thibert! Venom enters the Ultimate Marvel Universe in this issue, signed by artist Art Thibert! FC, 32pg $19.99 ULTIMATE X-MEN #25 SIGNED Signed by writer Mark Millar! For those fans who loved the 5-part "Hellfire and Brimstone" storyline, here's the sold-out second anniversary issue, signed by superstar writer Mark Millar! FC $19.99 MARVEL MILLENIUM MILESTONE MOMENTS LITHOGRAPH With this being the 40th Anniversary of the X-Men and the Avengers, DF is releasing this lithograph by painter John Estes featuring all of your favorite Marvel characters! This beautiful litho is printed on 80LB Gallerie Art Silk Stock and measures 24" by 36"! Litho, 24x36 $24.99 JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE POSTER SIGNED The Liberty & Justice Poster is a new piece created exclusively for DC Direct's poster collection. This full-color poster measures 22"x 34"and features members of the JLA including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, and Green Lantern. Signed by Alex Ross! Poster, FC, 22x34 $39.99 MYSTIQUE #1 SIGNED Signed by Brian K. Vaughn! FC $19.99 EL CAPITAN BOOKS STRAY BULLETS #31 by David Lapham Beginning the fifth arc of tales! After two and a half years, little Virginia Applejack's about to go kicking and screaming all the way to home. Everything's the same, but her mom is filthy rich, owns seventeen cats, and has a new boyfriend who's slimier than the underside of a swamp rock. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 EUROCOMICS NAGA VOLUME 1 by Leone Frollo See Previews Adult for more information. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. See full-color art in Previews Adult. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.50 F52 DIFFUSION WELCOME TO THE DEATH CLUB GN by Winshluss Winshluss brings forth in Welcome to The Death Club a series of wordless tales revolving around unsatisfied, greedy and misunderstood characters who think themselves in control of their existence. (CAUT: 4) SC, 25pg, b&w $17.95 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS ART & BEAUTY #1 by R. Crumb Back in print after five years, and in a new format chosen by Crumb! Featuring 35 portraits of Crumb's ideal feminine forms. Art & Beauty features figures that have been at the root of Crumb's id-reflective art from the start, but presents each with rare tenderness and thoughtfulness. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $4.95 ART & BEAUTY #2 by R. Crumb Crumb turns his artistic eye towards a special section devoted to portraits of the athletic female figure in action. Included are portraits of tennis "champeen" Serena Williams, Playboy's Hugh Hefner, and over 30 other women who have struck Crumb's muse. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $4.95 CAT ON A HOT THIN GROOVE HC The Complete Collection of 78rpm Artwork from the Old Record Changer Magazine by Gene Deitch Collecting all of Deitch's Record Changer covers and "Cat" cartoons, reproducing his covers in the same gorgeous colors in which they first appeared as well as the black-and- white "Cat" cartoons. Deitch himself provides the commentary for the volume. HC, 11x14, 160pg, PC $39.95 THE COMICS JOURNAL #252 An exhaustive conversation with John Romita Sr.! Tom Spurgeon chats with the artist about his life, art, and career! Plus: an interview with Ron Regé Jr. (Skibber Bee-Bye, Boys) conducted by The Ganzfeld's Dan Nadel. MATURE READERS Magazine, 128pg, b&w $6.95 THE COMICS JOURNAL LIBRARY VOLUME 2: FRANK MILLER TP edited by Milo George A collection of interviews with the controversial and influential Frank Miller, drawn from the Journal's 26-year history. This book spans his professional career. Containing rarely seen Miller art, the book features an introduction by New York Times film critic Elvis Mitchell. SC, 12x12, 120pg, PC $18.95 JIMMY CORRIGAN: THE SMARTEST KID ON EARTH SC by Chris Ware An improvisatory romance which gingerly ignores all sense of plot and drama, the reader is unaccountably transported between 1890's Chicago and 1980's small town Michigan, helped along by thousands of colored illustrations and diagrams. SC, 380pg, FC $17.95 STARS OF THE MONTH POGO VOLUME 2 TP—SECOND PRINTING by Walt Kelly Fantagraphics' second volume in this classic reprint series highlights Kelly's masterful use of dialect and puns, his satirical gift and his "bee-yu-tee-ful" drawings of the swamp and its inhabitants. (STAR04572) SC, 80pg, b&w $9.95 POGO VOLUME 1 SC by Walt Kelly Relive the humor and beauty of Walt Kelly's timeless creation with the first volume, which includes not only the earliest syndicated strips, but also the pre-syndicated strips that Kelly created for the New York Star in 1948 (which are otherwise impossible to find). (STAR01356) SC, 80pg, b&w $9.95 ******************* PRINCE VALIANT VOLUME 47: "QUEEN OF THE AMAZONS" GN by Hal Foster & John Cullen Murphy In Volume 47, while traveling through the Middle East, Queen Aleta is ambushed, but saved at the last minute by a mysterious woman who brings her to a hidden valley — home of Petropolis, the City of the Amazons! Collects strips from the years 1977-1978. SC, 10x13, 48pg, FC $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SQUA TRONT EC FANZINE FALL 2002 Squa Tront is filled with fascinating historical and archival material for which the magazine has become famous! Includes interviews and little-seen art from the likes of Krigstein, Wood, Kurtzman, Feldstein, Williamson, Krenkel, and a gorgeous SF cover painting by Feldsten! Magazine, 48pg, PC $7.95 ********************* STARS OF THE MONTH CRUMB SKETCHBOOK VOLUMES 1, 2, 5-9 SC by R. Crumb Here are the collected scribblings and concepts penciled by the underground master who could never keep his hand still! MATURE READERS VOLUME 1 (STAR01339)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 2 (STAR04481)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 5 (STAR01064)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 6 (O/A)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 7 (STAR14778)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 8 (STAR14784)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 VOLUME 9 (STAR16721)—SC, 8x11, b&w $19.95 BEG THE QUESTION HC by Bob Fingerman Twenty-somethings Rob and Sylvia navigate the labyrinth of New York City life. Performance art, extended families, the comic book industry, and Screw magazine are just a few of the other topics subjected to Fingerman's satirical microscope. (STAR17168) HC, 7x10, 240, b&w $24.95 THE GANZFELD VOLUME 1 TP Edited by Peter Buchanan Smith; Illustration/Designs Dan Nadel The Ganzfeld is an annual book devoted to comics, illustration, and design by the world's leading graphic artists. Volume One concerns itself with Utopia, the struggle of adulthood, and includes a fascinating history of comics by Paul Karasik. (STAR17236) SC, 152pg, PC $10.95 *************************** Eros Comix The following are adult items. See Previews Adult for more information. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ALICE IN SEXLAND EXTREME #3 by Mashumaro Jvuubaori ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 BLOWJOB #2—SECOND PRINTING by Various ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY: MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS TP by Rebecca ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $9.95 REAR ENTRY #3 by Various ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 THE SEXUAL POSITIONS OF THE KAMA SUTRA #2 by Various ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 SEX WARRIOR ISANE #1 by Okawari ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 STAR OF THE MONTH HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY VOLUME 1 GN by Rebecca (STAR15841) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 ********************** ALICE IN SEXLAND #1-6 PACK by Mashumaro Jyuubaori ADULT MATERIAL Pack (x6), b&w $21.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GIRLS GREED GUNS AND GORE GN by Eric Wald ADULT MATERIAL SC, 96pg, b&w $13.95 O/A SEXUS GN by Veiko O.T. Jarvinen ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pg $9.95 O/A HUMMERS by Scorpio ADULT MATERIAL SC, b&w, 96pg $14.95 ************************ FUSEBOX COMICS FUSE #6 by Various TV's Morgus the Magnificent returns with more kooky inventions to take over the world. And in "Final Countdown," a funny-looking alien holds the key to the Earth's destiny! While young man quests to find his identity on Earth, a heartbroken alien is up to something evil! b&w, 32pg $2.99 FUTURE COMICS DEATHMASK #2 by Michelinie, Giordano, & Layton Mystic Marauder can manipulate quantum energies, resulting in miraculous feats that are perceived as magic. In this issue, Deathmask must escape the clutches of scientists who are determined to discover the secrets of how he taps into those quantum powers. FC, 22pg $2.99 FREEMIND #6 by Michelinie, Frenz, Breeding, & Layton There is a bullet with MacKinsey Flint's name on it — and the roguish assassin known as Chayne plans on delivering it in person! However, this high-tech gun-for-hire hasn't anticipated dealing with the psionic powers of Mac's android alter-ego — Edison Wilde! FC, 32pg $3.50 METALLIX #5 by Michelinie, Lim, & Layton "FOUR MINUS ONE!" This is the turning point for Team Metallix as the past catches up to them with deadly results! Which member will pay the ultimate price to prevent the power of Metal X from falling into evil hands? Cover by Ron Lim & Bob Layton. FC, 32pg $3.50 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING STARS OF THE MONTH THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE VOLUME 32 by Robert M. Overstreet The Overstreet Guide #32 includes the traditional features such as pricing, market report, key sales, and more, as well as a new look at Superman. Available in the standard softcover format featuring a Murphy Anderson's recreation of Action #1. (STAR15372) SC $22.00 THE BIG BIG OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE VOLUME 32 ALEX ROSS SPIDER-MAN COVER EDITION by Robert M. Overstreet. Cover by Alex Ross This 8½" x 11" version features stay-flat spiral binding, larger print, and room for notes. This version of the Guide features both Murphy Anderson's re-creation of Superman #1 and Rex Lindsey's Archie on the back cover! Spider-Man cover painted by Alex Ross. (STAR15376) SC, 8x11, b&w $35.00 THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK GRADING GUIDE––NEW EDITION by Robert M. Overstreet & Arnold T. Blumberg Understand grading, explore the concerns surrounding restoration, and see beautifully detailed examples of each type of defect and books in every grade. This book is a "how to" symposium for those new to grading and as a thorough, handy reference. (STAR17465) SC $24.00 THE PHOTO-JOURNAL GUIDE TO COMICS VOLUME 1: A-J HC These two volumes cover releases from the earliest Golden Age comics to the dawn of the Silver Age. Volume 1 covers comics A-J, with hundreds of pages of rare and little- seen comic covers! (STAR00176) HC, 10x14, FC $75.00 THE LITTLE LULU LIBRARY VOLUME VI HC This hardback set in a slipcase is similar to the EC Library in format, and reprints story pages in brilliant, large-size black-and-white (covers used are in full four-color). Includes extensive editorial and biographical data. Reprints issues 68-87. (STAR02525) Set $130.00 ***************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A EC PANIC ANNUAL PACK Includes Panic #1-3 Annuals. Pack (x3) $32.40 ***************** GIRL TWIRL COMICS JANE'S WORLD #4 by Paige Braddock Jane, Ethan, and some lower DNA form of Dixie return to Earth only to find that life is a bit more complicated than when they left. Jane's boss did not accept "alien abduction" as a reason to miss work, and Jane's girlfriend did not find the story particularly believable or compelling either. b&w, 24pg $2.95 GUTSOON! ENTERTAINMENT RAIJIN COMICS #17-20 by Various Romance and humor meet blistering basketball action in Slam Dunk! The dark underbelly of Tokyo in City Hunter! Martial arts mayhem in Fist of the Blue Sky! The crazy mixed up adventures of Guardian Angel Getten! Underground fighting in Baki The Grappler, and more! Squarebound. NOTE: Available in U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, U.K., and Australia only. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 190pg, PC $4.95 RGA MAGAZINE #17-20 RGA Magazine is America's weekly, up-to-date news and information title about anime, manga, video games, and Otaku culture, straight from the front lines of Japan! Issue #17: Overview of New Fall 2002 Anime Season; Issue #18: New Spring Programs; Issue #19: Otaku Web Links; Issue #20: Voice Actor Kamiya Akira. NOTE: Retailers must order in bundles of ten. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 16pg, FC SRP: $0.99Ea. HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA #20 by John Smith, Javier Pina, & Jimmy Palmiotti BLOOD & ROSES: Part 2 (of 3)—Caught in the spider's web, Vampirella is subjected to medical tests and treatments by Dr. Kessler, who believes that her blood is a magical elixir of sorts. Both the Limited Edition cover by Joyce Chin and Model Photo Cover are limited to 1,500 copies. REGULAR COVER—FC, 32pg $2.99 LIMITED COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 MODEL PHOTO COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPIRELLA VOLUME 2: FEAR OF MIRRORS/HUNGRY GHOSTS TP by J. Smith, Mayhew, & Brown Out in the badlands something terrible has been called into the world. Continuing from Mark Millar's "Nowheresville" story arc, this trade paperback collects Vampirella #4-10 featuring the "Fear of Mirrors" and "Hungry Ghosts" story arcs. (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $14.95 VAMPIRELLA #11-14—LIMITED MODEL COVER SET by John Smith & Mike Mayhew This set includes all four hard-to-find limited Model Photo Cover editions of the "Wilding Sanctions" story arc from Vampirella #11-14. Limited to only 1,500 copies each! These comics will not be offered again. Set (x4), FC $29.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPIRELLA #5 LIMITED COVER EDITION Cover by David Finch From the Vault of Vampirella, and available for the last time, comes Vampirella #5 featuring a variant cover by David Finch (The Call of Duty). 1,500 copies printed, limited quantities remain. FC, 32pg $9.95 ********************** HEAVY METAL BULLETS, BOMBS, AND BABES: THE FILMS OF ANDY SIDARIS HC A dash of James Bond, a pinch of Baywatch, and the reason late-night cable programming was invented can best sum up Bullets, Bombs, and Babes: The Films of Andy Sidaris. This retrospective of Sidaris' films and stars is filled with tons of photographs and insightful text. HC, PC, 96pg $19.95 HIGHWATER BOOKS TERATOID HEIGHTS GN by Mat Brinkman Mat Brinkman taps into the zeitgeist of modern suburban America with J.R.R Tolkein- style adventure, video-game inspired syncopation, and an endless barrage of cable- television nature films, all filtered through the reddened eyes of a marijuana-addled teenager. Squarebound. SC, b&w $12.95 KISSERS GN—NEW PRINTING by James Kochalka Magic Boy has finally lost the love of his wife, Amy (or so he thinks), and sets out to win back her affections. His cat Spandy also falls in love with a flighty starling who, he thinks, doesn't feel the same way. Includes a CD of related love songs sung by James himself. NOTE: Previously offered through Westhampton House. SC, b&w $16.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TINY BUBBLES GN by James Kochalka Magic Boy's hypochondria gets the best of him in Kochalka's first great graphic novel. A chance meeting with an action-painting robot forces Magic Boy to contemplate the meaning of art and his own technophobia. Heady stuff leavened with Kochalka's usual bratty humor and thick brushstrokes. MATURE READERS SC, b&w $12.95 *************************** HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING CHALAND ANTHOLOGY VOLUME 1 HC by Yves Chaland Join Freddy Lombard and friends on three adventures that span from Belgian medieval castles to the jungles of Africa! These classic stories exhibit the elegant design and expressive line that made Chaland a legend amongst cartoonists and animators worldwide. A must-have for older fans of Herge's Tintin. (CAUT: 2) HC, 10x13, 136pg, FC $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH INCAL VOLUME 1: ORPHAN OFF THE CITY SHAFT TP by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov; cover by Ladronn The tale begins with young John Difool, as he tries to survive riots and poverty in the days before the Presidential Cloning. It is here that John must learn to be his own man, as he is slowly drawn into events of cosmic proportions. Collects issues #1-6 of the series. (STAR17137) MATURE READERS SC, 151pg, FC $17.95 METABARONS: ALPHA/OMEGA GN by Jodorowsky, Charest, Moebius, & Gimenez Featuring short stories as well as missing pages from Incal and Metabarons. Also appearing in the story, "The Crest of the Castaka," by Jodorowsky and Gimenez, telling the origin of the tattoo that adorns the chest of every Metabaron! Prestige Format. (STAR17312) FC, 48pg $9.95 I.C. ENTERTAINMENT AMERIMANGA #5 by Various Tabby always wished she were far away... until she follows mysterious Philip to Rema, a world that's on the brink of interplanetary war and filled with powerful monsters. As Philip struggles to bring Tabby home, she gets sucked into Rema's escalating situation. Can he get her back before it's too late? Squarebound. b&w, 150pg $7.99 HYPER DOLLS VOLUME 4 GN by Shimpei Itoh Maika and Miyu have discovered that Traxx Corporation may have access to alien technology! And they're not the only ones investigating the monster invasions. But keeping the Hyper Dolls' identity a secret gets even tougher once agent Kogure becomes a substitute teacher at the high school! SC, 6x9, 200pg, b&w $15.95 VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 4 GN by Narumi Kakinouchi Yui is back in the human realm, alone without her protectors! But who's this human boy with the face of Nagi? And what is Shiki's sneaky scheme, delivering her to a school haunted by a great snake god that lives in the lake? Can Yui save herself from impending doom? SC, 6x8, 216pg, b&w $15.95 VAMPIRE MIYU & YUI PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE FIGURES These limited edition Vampire figures feature a 5 ½" tall Yui with a lovely pearlized pale pink coat. Miyu is approximately 3" tall, and has a white pearly kimono wrapped with her trademark red ribbon. Both come with stands and can be linked together as a set. (CAUT: 4) MIYU—Figure $18.00 YUI—Figure $18.00 YOU & ME VOLUME 3 GN by Hiroshi Aro The school holds a beauty pageant, much to the delight of all female students. However, the event brings yet another girl into Yuu's confusing life! And Maiko Ayamachi just adds more spice to mix cause there's more to her than meets the eye, especially during a full moon! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $11.95 Sexy Fruit NOTE: The following are adult items. See Previews Adult for more information. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. EDEN VOLUME 3 GN by Sen'no Knife ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $14.95 I LOVE YOU #4 by Lei Nekojima ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 28pg $2.95 ICARUS PUBLISHING A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY COMIC #7 by Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 64pg $4.99 IDW PUBLISHING C.S.I.: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION #4 by Collins, Wood, & Rodriguez Gil Grissom has finally interrupted the cycle of the Jack the Ripper copycat killer, and the evidence is beginning to mount — from a bat-shaped bruise to a prize-winning pooch. But can the CSI team put the puzzle pieces together before a madman rips again? MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (4 of 5) $3.99 FRANKIE STEIN! HC by Steven T. Seagle & Marco Cinello It's Halloween and all the kids in Transylvania, Pennsylvania are ready for a night of trick or treating. But when Frankie's father can't make good on his birthday wish, Frankie runs away from home. But in town Frankie finds a world full of monsters more scary looking than himself! (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 32pg, FC $19.99 TILTING AT WINDMILLS SC by Brian Hibbs Originally appearing in the industry periodical Comics & Games Retailer, Hibbs' columns are opinionated, influential, aggressive, and interesting. Learn how one man's quest changed the way you buy comics. Introduction by Paul Levitz, Publisher of DC Comics. (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 400pg, b&w $19.99 STAR OF THE MONTH GUNS, DRUGS, AND MONSTERS: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY NOVEL by Steve Niles & Ashley Wood Cal McDonald and Mo'Lock are back in the sequel to Savage Membrane, and this time they're in Los Angeles and up to their nostrils in monsters and trouble! It will take more then a bottle of hooch and a loaded .45 to get Cal out of this mess. (STAR17190) SC, 6x9, 200pg, b&w $15.99 ******************** ILLUSTRATION STUDIO WORON'S WORLDS SIGNED TRADING CARD EDITION #1 Compiles Steve Woron's acclaimed Bettie Page, barbarian, fantasy & romantic pieces. The back-up story is part 1 of Grunge Bunny, a product of animal testing gone wild. Available in Regular ("Tropical Temptress") and Adult ("Fatal Promises") cover editions, each with a signed trading card replicating the cover. NOTE: The Adult Cover Edition is not available in Hong Kong. TAME COVER—b&w (1 of 3) $8.70 ADULT COVER—b&w (1 of 3) (CAUT: 3) $8.70 INSIGHT STUDIOS GROUP STARS OF THE MONTH FRANK CHO ILLUSTRATOR SC by Frank Cho This over-sized book features heavy art quality pages covered with glorious images of beautiful women, god-like men in primitive conflicts, Liberty Meadows Sunday strips, and lurid pulp stories. Plus, Frank's Cavewoman strips, his science fiction, and erotic fantasy art. (STAR12854) MATURE READERS SC, 9x11, 96pg, PC $19.95 LIBERTY MEADOWS WEDDING ALBUM––NEW PRINTING by Frank Cho This is a major event for girl-watchers everywhere as Brandy attends a wedding… her own! Plus, Frank Cho recaps his years of stories, bringing new and old readers up to speed and ready for the wedding! (STAR15778) PC, 32pg $2.95 UNIVERSITY2: THE ANGRY YEARS NEW EDITION by Frank Cho Everyone who read Liberty Meadows in newspapers around the world will want to get their hands on this raw, uncensored college strip original, and this edition features new covers and additional strips. (STAR09773) SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 GRAY MORROW: VISIONARY HC Presents a huge sampling of his very best paintings, illustrations, comics, and personal works in a high-quality art book. This book brims with color and even includes a complete Buck Rogers story, fully painted by Gray! (STAR13896) HC, 9x12, 96pg, PC $29.95 ************************* JAY COMPANY THE DARKNESS: HEARTS OF DARKNESS SIGNED AND NUMBERED TP by Ennis & Wohl, Benitez, & Silvestri This trade paperback is part of a special signed-and-numbered series from Top Cow and Jay Company featuring the autograph of Joe Benitez. All copies come with Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a protective cover. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC MSRP: $24.99 DEVIL'S REIGN #½: SILVER SURFER & WITCHBLADE SIGNED AND NUMBERED EDITION by David Wohl & Adam McDaniel Special Warehouse Find! Witchblade Creator/Writer, David Wohl, autographs this rare crossover book! Each comes individually hand-numbered, with Certificate of Authenticity, sealed in a protective bag and board. FC, 24pg MSRP: $12.99 FATHOM WIZARD WORLD 2002 PREVIEW BOOK SIGNED AND NUMBERED SKETCHED EDITION by Michael Turner & Talent Caldwell This special edition Fathom Preview was limited to only 500 copies, and originally available at the 2002 Wizard World Chicago Convention. Each copy features a unique and original hand-drawn re-sketch by Talent Caldwell, and comes signed-and-numbered with a Certificate of Authenticity. b&w, 22pg MSRP: $49.99 MICRONAUTS #1 LIMITED MUSEUM EDITION by Wherle, Wolfe, Johnson, Rodriguez, & Various First time available through Previews! Includes an original cover made with museum parchment stock paper and archival inks. Individually numbered in a selective and short print run of 50; hand-lettered, embossed, and sealed. All copies come with Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg MSRP: $149.99 WITCHBLADE #51 CHING SIGNED & SKETCHED EDITION by Paul Jenkins & Brian Ching Top Cow artist, Brian Ching, provides a new and unique hand drawn sketch on each special comic. Each comes autographed and hand numbered, and sealed with a Certificate of Authenticity. FC, 32pg MSRP: $49.99 JIM VADEBONCOEUR, JR. PUBLISHING THE VADEBONCOEUR COLLECTION OF IMAGES #5 Originally published under Bud Plant Comic Art. This issue presents 70 color illustrations from 1895-1922, carefully culled from period books and magazines. Includes acknowledged masters like Coll, Christy, Leyendecker, Parrish, Pyle, and others. Never- before-reprinted! Limited to 2,000 copies printed on heavy stock. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 9x12, PC MSRP: $20.00 KEENSPOT ENTERTAINMENT EXPLOITATION NOW TP by Michael Poe Exploitation Now is an anime-influenced, mature readers-oriented serial combining comedy and sci-fi adventure, set in a world where the errant bastard offspring of Hello Kitty, ex-porn stars, and misunderstood teenage evil super villains all live together. Collects Michael Poe's entire webcomic. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 300pg, b&w $19.95 KENZER & COMPANY KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE MINI-SERIES PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL VOLUME 1 #2 A Previews Exclusive! The first-ever KODT mini-series is here! Whatever the game, the Knights of the Dinner Table come ready to play. Whether it's CattlePunk, HackMaster, or even a 'simple' board game, BA, Bob, Dave, Sara, and Brian take a game to a higher level! REGULAR COVER—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.99 ALTERNATE COVER—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #78 by Jolly Blackburn & Various Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic on the subject of games ever! Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara may play different characters in different games, their personalities always shine through. KoDT also features articles for gamers from a gamer's perspective. b&w, 112pg $3.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED #21 by Mark Plemmons, Brendon & Brian Fraim The Southern Orc League attacks! Teaming up with Thorina, their mysterious new companion, Knuckles, El Ravager and Teflon Billy fight back — but will the results be what anyone expects? b&w, 24pg $2.99 LAST GASP BAREFOOT GEN VOLUME 1 TP—NEW PRINTING by Keiji Nakazawa Cartoonist Keiji Nakazawa was 7-years-old and living in Hiroshima in the early days of August 1945 when the city was destroyed by an atomic bomb. Starting a few months before that event, the four volume saga of young Gen shows life in Japan after years of war and privations. SC, 6x9, 96pg, b&w $14.95 EYESORE TP Eyesore is the first-ever collection of the rock art of Firehouse and Allan Forbes. Long known to rock poster collectors, these highly sought-after artists have now made their works available in book format for the art-loving public. Full-color reproductions of rare posters and artwork adorn every page! SC, 9x12, 96pg, FC $24.95 LIGHTSPEED PRESS FINDER #31 The return of the long-awaited Mystery Date characters! Vary's life is full of belly- dancing, late-night carousing, crabby cultural-history professors, big feathery dinosaurs and unrequited love. And peanut butter, if she can find the time! MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 LINSNER.COM OFFERED AGAIN O/A DAWN EMERALD QUEEN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE PRINT A Previews Exclusive! Your favorite gorgeous goddess Dawn is back, lounging across a background of some of the symbols of her mythology. This classic good-girl centerfold pose, combined with the powerful "come hither" look on Dawn's face, makes for one sultry lithograph. Hotter than summer, and signed, numbered, and limited to just 1,500. Lithograph, 20x16, FC $30.00 **************** STAR OF THE MONTH DAWN: THE PHANTOM WINGS OF DEATH LIMITED SIGNED AND NUMBERED PRINT by Joseph Michael Linsner Both Linsner's Goddess figure and her consort, Death, take on a sleek, spectral and somewhat futuristic look on high-quality 100-pound art stock paper. Signed and numbered. Presented in a 16" x 20", standard framing size. (STAR17129) Print, 16x20, FC $30.00 **************** MANUSCRIPT PRESS MODESTY BLAISE LADY IN THE DARK TP Three complete Modesty Blaise stories by Peter O'Donnell and Romero! Includes "The Girl from the Future," "The Big Mole," and "Lady in the Dark." Cover by Tom Yeates. SC $19.95 METAPHROG STAR OF THE MONTH LOUIS: THE CLOWN'S LAST WORDS Back in Hamlet, where the Quidnuncs are up to no good as usual. Louis finds himself working with fruit. Everyone is looking forward to the Fun Day Out, but something sinister is definitely going on. Cheese, clowns, and crazy carrots for all ages! (STAR17114) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x8, 72pg, FC $19.95 ************************* MIRAGE STUDIOS TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #9 by Laird, Lawson, & Talbot; cover by Dooney & Lawson A desperate Donatello visits part of an old acquaintance; violence erupts on the mysterious South American tepui; and — enter the NanoTurtlebot! b&w, 32pg $2.95 MISC! MAYHEM PRODUCTIONS FIREBALL XL5 #0 by Day & Wolff, Erwin & Wilson, Robin & Pauline Day Based on Gerry Anderson's classic Supermarionation series! Captain Steve Zodiac, the lovely Dr. Venus, and the not-so-lovely-but-brilliant Professor Matt Matic return! Has Zodiac always been captain of the XL5? When did he first meet Venus? And just how did he become "The Fastest Man Alive?" Bi-Monthly. FC, 32pg $2.95 MONKEYSUIT PRESS MONKEYSUIT VOLUME 4: IN SEARCH OF MONKEYSUIT The critically acclaimed anthology series by some of New York's premiere animators and indy comics creators. Features Eisner-nominee Miriam Katin, Mo Willems (creator of Cartoon Network's Sheep in the Big City), Rex Steele co-creator Matt Peters, and other returning favorites! (CAUT: 3) MATURE READERS SC, 6x8, 128pg, b&w $9.95 MOONSTONE BOOKS THE SILENCERS #1 by Fred Van Lente & Steve Ellis For decades The Silencers have been the super-powered enforcers of New York's Provenzano Crime Family, protecting them from "The Tights." When Cardinal, their fearsome leader, makes plans to retire from their life of crime, a rival syndicate makes a move against him! FC, 32pg $3.50 WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: GET OF FENRIS GN by Joe Gentile & Fernando Blanco A group of young tribesmen of The Get of Fenris are sent to test their power and worth. They easily deal with the threats presented by the Black Spiral Dancers that stand before them. But the past, and the awful truth of an elder's betrayal so many years ago, proves to be their greatest foe! MATURE READERS PC, 48pg $5.95 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: CLAN PACK This pack includes one each of the first three issues of the Vampire the Masquerade Clan series: Toreador (by Rafael Nieves & Vince Locke), Nosferatu (Rafael Nieves & Kirk Van Wormer), and Ventrue (Rafael Nieves & Andy Bennett)! MATURE READERS Pack (x3), FC $16.95 STARS OF THE MONTH WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: FIANNA GN by Joe Gentile, Steve Ellis, & I. Daniel Scott 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. (STAR17335) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $5.95 MOONSTONE NOIR: THE HAT SQUAD GN by Jay Faerber & Eric Yonge 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 heat on the city's underworld! (STAR17314) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 48pg, b&w $5.50 MR. NIGHTMARE'S WONDERFUL WORLD VOLUME 1: THE GODS MUST BE CRAZY TP by Dave Ulanski It's time to break out some meringue-classics for a spin on the turntable. The round- headed wonder is back, collecting the story of the Keeper of Dreams and his posse of insane cosmic guardians. (STAR16500) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $18.95 MU PRESS WILD KINGDOM #16 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $3.50 MUTANT TOAST PRODUCTIONS STAR OF THE MONTH BUSTER'S NEIGHBOURHOOD: KID COMET VS. THE AGENTS OF DOOM TP by Kaja Blackley & Alex Hawley; colored by Christina Blackley In Buster Jones' neighborhood are aliens and monsters hiding in the shadows! When they emerge from the darkness, bringing terrible secrets to light, Buster is faced with a destiny that will ultimately champion the universe… or enslave the human race! (STAR17171) SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $15.95 ***************** NBM PUBLISHING BONEYARD #10 by Richard Moore The swimsuit issue is in the can, and the ladies are once again fully dressed (which in Nessie's case is relative). But don't frown — instead of near-nudity, how about jealousy, suspicion, and violence? Abbey digs into Roxanne's past and discovers that she doesn't have one. If she's right about who she thinks Roxanne really is, the most dangerous entity Abbey's ever known may have worked her way into Paris' life... and possibly his heart. Quarterly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 ODDBALLZ #7 by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet In Blacktown in the Far West, McConey has gotten himself in seriously deep trouble and just might get himself lynched! Also, the bad aliens have come and are destroying everything! Can the diminutive Astronauts of the Future stop the onslaught? Bi-monthly. b&w, 32pg $2.95 MAGIC FLUTE: LIBRARY OF OPERA VOLUME 1 HC Adapted by P. Craig Russell This first volume adapts P. Craig Russell's adaptation of one of Mozart's most famous operas, a farcical tale mixed with fantasy involving the Queen of the Night, who sets Prince Tamino on a quest to rescue her daughter, Pamina, from the evil Sarastro. (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 144pg, FC $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH FAIRY TALES OF OSCAR WILDE by Oscar Wilde & P. Craig Russell P. Craig Russell's delightful adaptations of Oscar Wilde's fairy tales will captivate your imagination and stir your soul! These volumes include: "The Selfish Giant," "The Star Child," "The Remarkable Rocket," and "The Young King." VOL. 1 (STAR01186)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $15.95 VOL. 1 SIGNED & NUMBERED (O/A)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $45.00 VOL. 2 (STAR01187)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $15.95 VOL. 2 SIGNED & NUMBERED (O/A)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $45.00 VOL. 3 (STAR08411)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $15.95 VOL. 3 SIGNED & NUMBERED (O/A)—HC, 8x11, 48pg $50.00 THE JUNGLE BOOK One of P. Craig Russell's best-noted achievements, his adaptations of stories from Kipling's Jungle Book are collected! This collection includes The King's Ankus and Red Dog, as well as the new adaptation of The Spring Running. (STAR07956) SC, 8x11, 88pg, FC $16.95 ********************* HOUSE OF JAVA VOLUME 2 by Mark Murphy Now in paperback! The newest collection of warm slice-of-life stories — without the cynicism. Some melancholic, some hopeful, some humorous; all are keenly and quietly observant. Main stories include "Steven," "Tide Pools," "May 27th," and "The Burial." SC—6x9, 96pg, b&w $9.95 HC (O/A)—6x9, 96pg, b&w $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HOUSE OF JAVA VOLUME 1 TP by Mark Murphy Thoughtful slice of life stories without the bleak cynicism. (STAR11016) SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $8.95 ********************* Amerotica IN A METAL WEB GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 96pg, b&w $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CATHEXIS GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 104pg, b&w $13.95 ********** STARS OF THE MONTH HYDROPHIDIAN GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR06887) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $10.95 LUMENAGERIE GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR03230) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 80pg, b&w $11.95 THE SPIDER GARDEN GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (STAR03183) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 96pg, b&w $12.95 *********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRANCEPTOR GN SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 72pg, b&w $11.95 *********************** NEKO PRESS THE ART OF FOO SWEE CHIN MINI PRINT EDITION by fsc Back by popular demand, Neko Press is proud to re-offer the debut issue of Fsc (Nightmares and Fairy Tales). This edition comes bagged, boarded, and shipped with a limited edition mini-print. b&w, 24pg $5.00 BRUTAL PLANET #1 MINI PRINT EDITION by Dark One & Matt Kimball There's only one more issue till the exciting conclusion of this cult-classic by Dark One and Matt Kimball. If you missed it the first time around, here's your second chance to get the first issue, with the added bonus of a limited edition mini-print painted by Dark One! b&w, 24pg $5.00 STAR OF THE MONTH LILY VOLUME 1: WHEN I WAS DEAD TP by Butch Adams Lily is an insane ride that's a cross between The Wizard of Oz and Beetlejuice! Anything is possible — the walking dead, crazy old grannies, and mad scientists — this books has it all! This collection contains a brand new sketchbook section and chapter art! (STAR17242) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.99 *************** NEW DIMENSION COMICS G.I. JOE SPECIAL MISSIONS #1—SKETCHED EDITION A fresh copy of this classic issue featuring an original sketch by cover artist Mike Zeck! The art showcases Torpedo with diving gear who is in action on the cover. Every copy comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is super limited to just 99 copies! NOTE: Quantities are limited. Allocations may occur. (CAUT: 2) FC MSRP: $34.99 MIRACLEMAN APOCRYPHA #1—SKETCHED EDITION An uncirculated copy of this classic Neil Gaiman comic featuring a bust sketch by artist Norm Breyfogle on the cover! Autographed too! Only 99 copies of this limited edition exist, each packaged with a Certificate of Authenticity. NOTE: Quantities are limited. Allocations may occur. (CAUT: 2) FC SRP: $34.99 ODDGOD PRESS ODDGOD ANTHOLOGY #2 by Various Featuring a wide array of talent, this anthology takes you to other galaxies, inside people's heads, and to all points in between. Come for the pretty pictures, and stay for the pathos, humor, excitement, and nachos. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $3.95 ZEBEDIAH HILLBILLY ZOMBIE REDNECK BITES THE DUST GN by Scott Mills Featured in this outrageous tale are zombies, singing elves, conjoined killers, and mad scientists all vying for a place in a post-apocalyptic world. Created by 2002 Ignataz Award winner, Scott Mills! Flesh-eating fun! SC, 96pg, b&w $10.95 OLIO PRESS CASTLE WAITING: THE CURSE OF BRAMBLY HEDGE TP—NEW PRINTING by Linda Medley Wittily reinterpreting a classic tale of love, enchantment, and sibling rivalry, Brambly Hedge set the stage for the ongoing Castle Waiting series. In addition to the original story, this edition contains thirty-two pages of supplemental material for all ages. Includes character profiles, storytelling activities, and resource lists that are suitable for library and classrooms. SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $9.00 ONI PRESS MR. GUM ONE-SHOT by Mike Allred & J. Bone Mike Allred (X-Statix) lets Mutant, Texas' J. Bone have all sorts of cartoony fun with the stretchy Mr. Gum! It's a blast of superhero whimsy, from two of comics' finest madmen. Colored by the Allreds! FC, 24pg $2.99 MUTANT, TEXAS: TALES OF SHERIFF IDA RED TP by Paul Dini & J. Bone The sleepy town of Mutant, Texas, has had its share of disasters, some of which have caused them to…well, mutate. When their special features catch the eye of a traveling freak show, it's down to Ida Red to find out who is attempting to harm the people of her town. SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $11.95 ATOMIC CITY TALES II: DOC PHANTOM TP by Jay Stephens This volume goes deeper into the oddball back streets of Atomic City, exposing the terrible insecurities of rockabilly superhero Big Bang. The criminal mastermind Doc Phantom has thrown a party and Bang wasn't invited—can he manage to crash it? SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $12.95 THREE STRIKES #1 by DeFilippis, Weir, & Hurtt The Skinwalker team is back! For every action there's an equal reaction. Rey's a good kid who's made some mistakes. Noah's an ex-cop who became a bondsmen in a failed attempt to save his marriage. One choice is about to send both their lives into chaos. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (1 of 5) $2.99 VISITATIONS GN by Scott Morse The classic Scott Morse (Soulwind) graphic novel finally returns to print! When a woman having a crisis of conscience enters a church seeking guidance, a kindly priest uses a newspaper to show her examples of a divine hand guiding our lives. SC, 6x9, 96pg, PC $8.95 KILLER PRINCESSES #3 by Gail Simone & Lea Hernandez The final issue of Killer Princesses is finally here! Gail Simone and Lea Hernandez return with deadlier birds of prey than the competition can handle. It's the thrilling conclusion to their tale of not-so-bright killers in cocktail dresses! RES. from Previews Vol. XII #1 (JAN022566) MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.99 MIDNIGHT MOVER #2 by Phillips, Love, & Wasson Danny Shaw was on the move, running from a murder investigation and from his past. Unfortunately, he didn't go fast enough or far enough and now he's in the custody of the LAPD. But will the caged bird sing or will Detectives Oh and Padilla find the real culprit? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.99 THREE DAYS IN EUROPE #5 by Antony Johnston & Mike Hawthorne Jack has one last chance to win back Jill! Pete Dollar has brought Jill to his Paris concert which means Jack has to find a way into the sold-out show! Even if he makes it in, will Jill leave behind her new rock lifestyle to give Jack another shot? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (5 of 5) $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A COURTNEY CRUMRIN & THE NIGHT THINGS TP by Ted Naifeh Courtney liked the life she had, but now her parents have dragged her out to a high-to-do suburb to live with her creepy Great Uncle Aloysius in his spooky old house. In this new place, instead of kids from the neighborhood, her only friends are ghastly ghouls and spooky spirits. SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $11.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ALISON DARE: LITTLE MISS ADVENTURES TP by J. Torres & J. Bone Alison Dare isn't your typical 12-year-old. The daughter of an archeologist/adventurer and the masked hero known as the Blue Scarab (and the niece of an international super- spy), Alison's life has always been different from other girls her age. (STAR15495) SC, 104pg, b&w $8.95 ********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A SPACEMAN ONE-SHOT by Mike Allred & Lawrence Marvit Rocketing out of the pages of The Atomics…it's Spaceman! The latest creation from the fevered-pen of Mike Allred (X-Statix) is a space-faring hero out to save the universe. Joining him for the ride is Sparks-creator Lawrence Marvit and Laura Allred. FC, 24pg $2.95 O/A IT GIRL ONE-SHOT by Mike Allred & Chynna Clugston-Major Mike Allred writes a story about The Atomics' most-popular chick for Chynna Clugston- Major (Blue Monday), to draw! This full-color action-romance sends It Girl on the trail of her missing boy toy, Adam Balm, to get him to the Atomics first band gig on time! FC, 24pg $2.95 ************************ STARS OF THE MONTH MADMAN ADVENTURES TP by Mike Allred Oni Press proudly reprints the second Madman mini-series in full color! And this is the cool one, too, where Madman goes back in time and you get to see Mike draw cool dinosaurs and stuff. Featuring a new cover, the first ever Frank Einstein story, and a special gallery section! (STAR15946) SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $14.95 ATOMIC CITY TALES VOLUME I: GO POWER TP by Jay Stephens With rockabilly good looks and an overabundance of good-time attitude, Big Bang is pretty fresh to the hero game, and pretty fresh to what appears to be unlimited powers. A chaotic ride through the finest in underground cartooning! (STAR15591) SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $12.95 SOULWIND II: THE DAY I TRIED TO LIVE TP by Scott Morse In Southern California, 1938, Weaver and Geraldine are on a trek through the desert. Along the way, they get sidetracked by strange creatures who have devious things in mind for Geraldine. Little did these creatures know, they're dealing with a couple of gangsters. (STAR11130) SC, 112pg, b&w $8.50 *********************** RADIO COMIX FURRLOUGH #124 by Various In this issue, Erick Melton and William Ruzicka's action-packed Neo-Bioform Go continues with more secrets revealed and fighting galore! Also, the medieval drama Ebin and May by Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia, plus another hilarious short by David Goodman. b&w, 32pg $2.99 FURRLOUGH'S FINEST VOLUME 1 by Various Radio Comix presents an all-new volume collecting the cream of the Furrlough crop in one handy book — all wrapped up in a shiny new cover by fantasy painter Heather Bruton! Reprinting the very best stories from the early years of Furrlough, including work by Joe Rosales, Brian Sutton, Kurt Wilcken, Phil Morrissey, Ted Sheppard, and many more! b&w, 64pg $5.99 Sin Factory GENUS #59 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $3.50 UPS AND DOWNS #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 $4.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SKUNKWORKS COLLECTION VOLUME 1 TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $15.99 *********************** REBELLION 2000 AD PROGS 1334-1338 Judge Dredd vs. Aliens: Incubus reaches its acid-spraying end. Star-troopers The V.C.s discover a threat to Earth that could destroy the very planet. Alien allied forces attempt to defeat the deadly UOS in Atavar II. Plus, The A.B.C. Warriors return, and agents of T.A.C.T.I.C Snow/Tiger lead the attack against terrorism. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea. JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #205 by Various The return of the Tartan Terror himself in Young Middenface: Mutopia. Also, Devlin Waugh: Red Tide; Family; and Black Siddha: Bad Karma. Plus: the final installment of Thrill-Power Overload, Secret History of 2000 AD, Sláine: Time Killer, and Darkie's Mob. (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99 RENAISSANCE PRESS AMELIA RULES VOLUME 1: IN WITH THE OUT CROWD TP by Jimmy Gownley This gorgeous edition collects the first 5 issues of the critically acclaimed hit series, Amelia Rules! Amelia's parents have split-up, and she is forced to deal with a new definition of family. Helping her through the transition are an odd group of friends and a really cool aunt. (STAR17117) SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $14.95 RPM COMICS RPM COMICS #2 by Rachel Masilamani The sequel to the Xeric award-winning RPM Comics #1! Bigger and better than the original! Magazine format. FC, 32pg $4.00 SAF COMICS BIRD VOLUME 2: THE MASK By Carlos Tillo & Juan Bobillo Though experiencing a huge success on the fashion catwalks, Bird is still hiding from her brothers and his underworld cohorts. When Punos, her secret ally, is found dead, Bird is left alone in the battle with the bloodhounds after her family fortune… (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, 48 pg, FC $12.95 CAIN GN by Richard Barreiro & Edward Risso Not fitting his mother's inheritance scheme, Cain is abandoned at birth at the city dump. Against all odds, he survives and struggles through life, unaware of his origin. But the day comes when he learns the truth about his family and his inheritance, and takes justice into his own hand. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 92 pg, b&w $9.95 MANHATTAN BEACH 1957 GN by Yves H. & Hermann John Reed is bored with his life and his uneventful police career in a sleepy town in Missouri—until a girl is found dead in the nearby forest. The event triggers in John the suppressed memories of the summer of 1957, when he met Daisy and witnessed her tragedy. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 8x11, 56 pg, FC $12.95 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS LAST KISS #4 by John Lustig, Ernie Colon, Dick Giordano, & Various What happens when a woman's engaged to a prison warden, but fantasizes about the inmates? Will her love be forever barred? Find out in this action-packed, passion satire! Other features include: a full-color "Martha Stewart in Prison" paper doll, Martha's guide to prison etiquette, and more! b&w, 48pg $4.99 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT AKIKO #50 by Mark Crilley A special 40-page celebration of all things Smoovian! Akiko and the gang go on a wild shopping spree in the exotic market town of Miz-ma-Gurgo. But in a twist, this story is placed alongside numerous supporting strips, each employing a different illustration style! b&w, 40pg $3.50 AKIKO WRITING PAD This 48 page, 8 ½" x 5 ½", full color writing pad features four fully painted images by Akiko creator, Mark Crilley. Pad $5.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A AKIKO KIMONO LIMITED EDITION PRINT by Mark Crilley This exquisite traditional Japanese rendering of Akiko has been a fan favorite since it first appeared. Signed and numbered by the artist, it is now available in an extremely limited quantity, shrink-wrapped and ready for display. Limited to 450 signed and numbered prints. FC, 16x20 $25.00 *********************** DOGWITCH LIMITED EDITION PORTFOLIO by Daniel Schaffer Dogwitch creator Daniel Schaffer proudly presents the Dogwitch Limited Edition Portfolio, a high-quality collection of six full-color art plates showcasing completely new images of the series' seductive vixen, Violet Grimm. Each art plate measures 8 ½" x 11", packaged in an illustrated envelope. (CAUT: 4) Portfolio, 8x11, FC $20.00 DOGWITCH 4-PACK by Daniel Schaffer This pack contains issues #1-4 of Dan Schaffer's hit comic, Dogwitch! It's Sex and the City meets Evil Dead, where outcast dogwitch Violet Grimm continues to stretch the boundaries of accepted 21st century witchcraft. MATURE READERS Pack (x4), b&w $10.00 POISON ELVES #73 by Drew Hayes A hero turns traitor! Weeks of torture and isolation have shattered Jace and Wisp, the two elves captured by the Fell Kingdom. The evil queen Morlagan offers an end to their suffering, but for a steep price. Which of Lusiphur's friends surrenders his immortal soul to serve the Dark Army? b&w, 24pg $2.95 SCARY GODMOTHER "WILD ABOUT HARRY" PACK by Jill Thompson This three-issue pack contains all three issues from the Scary Godmother: Wild about Harry story-arc. This was Jill Thompson's first-ever Scary Godmother mini-series. If you've never picked up a Scary Godmother storybook or comic before, this is the perfect place to start! Pack (x3), b&w $8.85 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SCARY GODMOTHER ACTIVITY BOOK #1 by Jill Thompson Comics, puzzles, and games – all with a spooky, fright-side twist! Join Scary Godmother, Hannah Marie, and all your favorite characters as they lead you through the first-ever Scary Godmother Activity Book! b&w, 24pg $2.95 *********************** STARS OF THE MONTH SCARY GODMOTHER HARDCOVERS by Jill Thompson Santa Claus? The Tooth Fairy? The Easter Bunny? Who can a child count on for the scariest holiday of the year? Why, a Scary Godmother, of course! VOLUME 1 (STAR06921)—HC, 40pg, FC $19.95 VOLUME 3: THE MYSTERY DATE (STAR10197)—HC, 40pg, FC $19.95 VOLUME 4: THE BLUE FLU (STAR11939)—HC, 48pg, FC $19.95 *********************** SKY DOG PRESS STAR OF THE MONTH BUZZBOY VOLUME 1: TROUBLE IN PARADISE TP by Gallagher, Hauk, & Tucker This Buzzboy trade paperback collects 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? (STAR17290) SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $11.95 *********************** SQP PUBLISHING CONAN THE ADVENTURER COMIC THREE-PACK Running just 11 issues from 1994 to 1995, this book contained fresh takes on the barbarian's butt-kicking ways. Every three-pack is randomly packed from issues #1-11 of the original series, and all comics are in excellent, direct-from-the-printer condition. Pack (x3), FC $9.95 THE MARVEL X-MEN COLLECTION BY JIM LEE 3-ISSUE SET Published in 1994, this three-issue series showcases Jim Lee's collector cards artwork. Reproduced in the larger comic-book format, Lee's dynamic design and artwork really shines. Every page features a different character from the massive X-Men mythos. Set (x3), FC $9.95 STARWARP CONCEPTS LORELEI VOLUME 2 #2 by Steven Roman, Geiger, Colón, Miehm, & Matthews Presenting Steve Roman, author of X-Men: The Chaos Engine! Part 2 of "The Architects of Fear" finds Lori up to her neck in monster-hunters and the cultists they've sworn to destroy, while "Building the Perfect Beast" continues the re-telling of her origin. Cover by Frank Thorne. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #8 (AUG022318) b&w, 56pg $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LORELEI VOLUME 2 #1 by Steven A. Roman & Various Lorelei is the story of an adventurous, soul-stealing femme fatale who travels the globe keeping humanity safe from the ghouls and creeps trying to rule the world. MATURE READERS b&w, 64pg $4.95 *********************** STICKMAN GRAPHICS STAR OF THE MONTH FESTERING SEASON GN by Kevin Tinsley Rene DuBoise has interrupted her Voodoo training and returned home to New York City to bury her mother, a victim in a bizarre police shooting. Now, they must race the clock to thwart the bizarre scheme of a deranged drug dealing Plaeros sorcerer before the city explodes. (STAR17234) SC, PC, 240pg $19.95 *********************** TEENAGERS FROM MARS TEENAGERS FROM MARS #6 by Rick Spears & Rob G. Things go from bad to worse. Macon's comic book is confiscated by the cops and deemed obscene. Now a fugitive, he's on the run and it's time for the Comic Book Liberation Army to lock and load. But instead, everything just falls apart. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (6 of 8) $2.99 THE GOLEM NETWORK MENDY AND THE GOLEM #1: THE KEY by Matt Brandstein, Stan Goldberg, & Joe Rubinstein Upon discovering news of their father's disappearance in Prague, the predictability of suburbia ends for twelve-year-old Mendy and his little sister Rivkie. Unsatisfied with a cover-up by their overprotective mother, the children go abroad in search of the missing professor on a journey that transforms their family and ultimately the world. FC, 32pg $2.95 MENDY AND THE GOLEM #2: BLACKOUT by Matt Brandstein & Ernie Colon Mendy and Rivkie are separated and must face grave danger alone as they individually seek out channels to prove their father's innocence. In Pavel and Ludmila's latest attempt to gain power, the scheming couple liberates notorious hacker Nadrogavich from a Czech insane asylum. The national power is ultimately at stake. FC, 32pg $2.95 TITAN BOOKS TRANSFORMERS: SPACE PIRATES GN by Furman, Reed, Hitch, Braithwaite, & Sullivan This Transformers UK comic material relates directly to the events of the DVD smash-hit Transformers: The Movie!. Collects Transformers UK #161-162, #172–173, and #180– 187. Cover by Geoff Senior. (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 136pg, FC $16.95 JUDGE DREDD: THE COMPLETE AMERICA GN by John Wagner & Colin MacNeil In Mega-City One, Judges act as judge, jury, and executioner. But how does its citizens feel about a system where they are powerless? Collected from the pages of Judge Dredd Megazine, featuring darker, more sophisticated takes on the world of Dredd. (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 120pg, FC $16.95 WALLACE AND GROMIT: CATCH OF THE DAY SC by Ian Rimmer & Jimmy Hansen From Aardman Animation, the Academy Award-winning creators of Chicken Run! In this first story, Catch of the Day, Wallace faces skullduggery from a rival at a fishing competition. What sinister mystery lies behind Albert Plunger's amazing success with fish? (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 48pg, FC $8.95 STARS OF THE MONTH ABC WARRIORS VOLUME 2: BLACK HOLE GN by Pat Mills & Simon Bisley The A.B.C. Warriors –– Hammerstein, Joe Pineapples, Mongrol, Mek-Quake, Blackblood, Deadlock, and Ro-Jaws –– have been summoned by Nemesis the Warlock, a co-zealot in Deadlock's Khaos-worshipping religion, for a very special task. (STAR17279) SC, 9x12, 144pg, b&w $17.95 JUDGE ANDERSON: DEATH'S DARK DIMENSION GN by Wagner & Grant, Ewins, Robinson, & Smith In Mega-City One, some cases — and some criminals — are too bizarre for even the feared Judges (including Dredd!) to crack. That's when they call for Psi Division, the élite psychic department of the Judiciary — and Psi's top judge, Cassandra Anderson! (STAR17306) SC, 9x12, 128pg, b&w $16.95 SLAINE: THE HORNED GOD VOLUME 1 by Pat Mills & Simon Bisely 2000 AD's ever-popular Celtic hero returns with a vengeance! In this full-color, fully painted new edition of Mills and Bisley's classic tale, Ukko the dwarf narrates the story of how Slaine came to be crowned High King of Tir-Nan-Og. (STAR17154) SC, 9x12, 104pg, FC $14.95 TRANSFORMERS: TARGET 2006 GN by Simon Furman, Geoff Senior, et al Collecting the "Target: 2006" from Transformers (U.K.) #78-88, which ties-in directly to the events of the DVD smash-hit Transformers: The Movie! Ultra Magnus, Autobot leader in 2006, is torn between two missions: to help his fellow Autobots in a last-ditch strike, or to confront Galvatron! (STAR16904) SC, 9x12, 136pg, FC $19.95 ************** TOKYOPOP AKIRA CINEMANGA VOLUME 3 by Katsuhiro Otomo Astounding secrets are revealed as Kaneda stumbles upon the top secret Akira project while he attempts to rescue Tetsuo. The military has stepped up its efforts to keep its experiments under the covers and has put into effect a zero tolerance policy to any who would disobey. SC, 5x7, 160pg, FC (3 of 5) $14.99 BATTLE ROYALE VOLUME 1 GN by Koshun Takami In the future, random Jr. High School classes are chosen to compete in a game called Battle Royale. The rules: only one student can survive after 3 days on an island or else they all perish. The classmates turn upon themselves in a battle for survival, treaties are made and broken, and former friends become foes as the relentless countdown continues. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 5) $9.99 DEMON DIARY VOLUME 1 GN by Jee-Hyung Lee Gods and demons wage a never-ending battle with the mortal realm as their battlefield. But it is foretold that one will arise who can restore harmony between gods and demons. Enter Raenef, heir to a set of demon royalty. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 4) $9.99 DIGIMON VOLUME 2 GN Now that every Digimon except Patamon has Digivolved, the Digidestined kids become the targets of the powerful and cruel Devimon. But the kids have discovered a hidden chest containing tags that will help their Digimon Digivolve to an even higher level. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 12) $9.99 ERIKA SAKURAZAWA'S ANGEL GN by Erika Sakurazawa Every day, we come across people who make a difference in our lives. Teachers, parents, friends. But for some people who are truly in distress, an angel is sometimes sent down to lend a guiding hand. Moving tales of sadness and humor that give insight to a world that could very well be your own. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 FAKE VOLUME 1 GN Ryo and Dee, two of New York City's finest, are called in to investigate the activities of some two bit street punk. The operation goes south rather quickly when Dee is kidnapped and Ryo must put all of his skill and training to the test to get his partner back in one piece. Their partnership is on the line as electrified emotions raise questions of attractions within them that are difficult to ignore. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 7) $9.99 GATEKEEPERS VOLUME 2 GN by Keiji Gotoh Reiji is determined to destroy the Gatekeepers and goes to battle against the collected might of Shun Ukiya's tribe of psychic warriors. Shun discovers a gifted Gatekeeper named Yukino and attempts to take her back to headquarters when he is attacked by Reiji in a battle to the death. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 7) $9.99 GTO VOLUME 11 GN by Tohru Fujisawa Onizuka is on the verge of being banished from Holy Forest and Miyabi and crew are to blame. Not wanting to see their teacher fired, Urumi orchestrates the ultimate payback by selling Miyabi out to an S&M group. The plan ultimately fails but all is not lost as Onizuka's good deeds come back to him with surprising results. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (11 of 25) $9.99 STAR OF THE MONTH 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. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (1 of 3) $9.99 **************** INVU VOLUME 2 GN by Kang-Won Kim Sey Hong's world has been topsy turvy since she can remember. Just as she thinks there's a glimmer of hope to be normal, she finds out her cross-dressing sister has a crush on the same teacher she's been in love with for years. How complicated is a girl's life supposed to be? RES. from Previews Vol. XII #5 (MAY022305) SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 4) $9.99 KARE KANO VOLUME 3 GN by Masami Tsuda Things are going well for Yukino and Soichiro. They have accepted each other for who they are, and have truly become boyfriend and girlfriend. But they've been concentrating more on each other than on their schoolwork. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (3 of 13) $9.99 LOVE HINA VOLUME 10 GN by Ken Akamatsu Voted Best U.S. Manga Release at Anime Expo 2002!! Naru and Keitaro take their first steps in the high-tension game of love when a power outage puts Hinata House in the dark. As old memories come to light, Naru realizes that she may be the girl from Keitaro's past after all. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (10 of 14) $9.99 STAR OF THE MONTH LUPIN III VOLUME 1 GN by Monkey Punch International master thief Lupin III comes from a long line of high-stakes bandits, all committed to stealing from the rich and giving to themselves! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99 ******************** MAN OF MANY FACES VOLUME 1 GN by CLAMP This shoujo romantic comedy follows a master thief and the girl who loves him, from grade school into adulthood. The story begins with Akira as a third grader, who lives with his two mothers and is ordered to steal bizarre items at their whim. When he's forced to hide from the police, he takes refuge in the room of a young girl… who falls in love with him. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 2) $9.99 MARS VOLUME 10 GN by Fuyumi Soryo Now that Rei and Kira are an "official" couple, Kira experiences a refreshing taste of freedom for the first time in her life. As the happy couple takes a deep look at what they have together, they find themselves at one of life's major crossroads. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (10 of 15) $9.99 MIRACLE GIRLS VOLUME 9 POCKET TP by Nami Akimoto The twins make a daring escape from Mr. X's laboratory, and Marie and Emma are reunited at last. However, an argument has left Toni and Mika unable to use their teleportation powers and the pair is left stranded. An unfortunate accident may be the only chance they have to make it back home. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (9 of 9) $9.99 POWER RANGERS NINJA STORM CINEMANGA VOLUME 1 GN by Katsuhiro Otomo The Power Rangers Cine-Manga series will launch with "Ninja Storm." Part of the ABC Family kids block, Power Rangers Ninja Storm tells the story of three rebellious students, who are the last ones remaining at their ninja academy after evil aliens attack the Earth. SC, 5x7, 100pg (1 of 3) $9.99 PRIEST VOLUME 6 GN by Min-Woo Hyung Belial Gabarre thought his faith was unbreakable. He was wrong. When an agent of Temozarela corrupts Belial's own son, he loses faith, but rather than join Temozarela, he gives his soul to the Lord of Darkness himself in order to fight Temozarela. SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (6 of 9) $9.99 RAGNAROK VOLUME 7 GN by Myung Jin Lee Himmelmez, a necromancer with the power to turn anyone into the living dead with his touch, has turned Matthew into a mindless zombie. As fate would have it, Chaos must now face his old friend in a final battle or suffer the same fate. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (7 of 10) $9.99 STAR OF THE MONTH REAL BOUT HIGH SCHOOL VOLUME 1 GN & DVD by Sora Inoue & Reiji Saiga Includes the very first Real Bout High School Graphic Novel and DVD! In the Manga, Samurai Girl Ryoko is the top fighter and most popular student around… or is she? In the DVD (Approximate running time: 100 minutes), Samurai Girl is in for the fight of her life when she is transported to an alternate dimension and must defeat a myriad of evil adversaries! Slipcase Set (GN & DVD) $29.99 ********************** REALITY CHECK VOLUME 2 GN by Tavisha Wolfgarth & Rosearik Rikki Collin Meeks thinks he's an Internet genius but his cat, Catreece, may be even smarter! One day Collin and Catreece happen upon an escaped computer rabbit named Riggi. Before Collin knows what's happening, Riggi starts up the largest Internet company ever. SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w (2 of 2) $9.99 REBIRTH VOLUME 2 GN by Kang-Woo Lee Kalutika, once an agent of goodness, now uses Light Magic in his plot for domination. Deshwitat is the only one who can possibly stand against him, but as proven 300 years ago, his Dark Magic is unable to defeat Kalutika. SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w (2 of 11) $9.99 SCRYED VOLUME 2 GN by Yosuke Kuroda & Yasunari Toda When Ryuhou confronts Kazuma, he is shocked to learn about the savage acts of George Tatsunani, but nevertheless intends to fulfill his duty as an officer of HOLY and arrest the reckless Alter User. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 5) $9.99 THE SKULL MAN VOLUME 6 GN by Kazuhiko Shimamoto & Shotaro Ishinomori Rasputin has captured Detective Hioka and Maria and holds them hostage in his command base. Hioka is subjected to Rasputin's psychic attacks but is so morally resolute that he is able to withstand them. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (6 of 7) $9.99 TONY RAIOLA CHARLIE CHAN: RETURN OF KEENO by Alfred Andriola Beginning on October 30, 1938, a Sunday comic strip featuring famous detective Charlie Chan first appeared in newspapers across the United States. Drawn by noted artist Alfred Andriola, the series lasted for nearly four years, ending on May 31, 1942.This collection features Dailies and Sunday strips dated 11/20/39 – 1/14/40. (CAUT: 3) SC, 7x9, 76pg, b&w $9.50 DICK TRACY CLASSIC COMIC STRIP COLLECTIONS by Chester Gould Through masterful storytelling, sharp plots, appealing panel layout, and memorable characters, no other strip could captivate the reader like Dick Tracy. Creator Chester Gould pulled no punches with his hard-edged approach in depicting the underworld as it truly was in the 1930's; rough, brutal, and dangerous. Three Dangerous Dolls features classic daily comic strips dated 3/8/37 – 5/30/37, while A Spoiled Brat collects strips dated 5/31/37 – 8/22/37. A SPOILED BRAT—SC, 7x9, 48pg, b&w $9.50 THREE DANGEROUS DOLLS—SC, 7x9, 48pg, b&w $9.50 LITTLE ORPHAN ANNIE: RICH MAN, POOR MAN by Harold Gray In 1924, Harold Gray created Little Orphan Annie for the Chicago Tribune, which stands as one of the most popular and long-lasting comic strips in history. This collection features comic strip dailies dated 3/7/37 – 5/27/37. SC, 6x8, 88pg, b&w $9.50 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS MONKEY VS. ROBOT & THE CRYSTAL OF POWER GN by James Kochalka Deep in the forest, robots are gathering plant and animal samples, and bringing them back to Mother Computer's Knowledge Extractor for analysis. When one spunky monkey breaks free of the device, a short circuit burns out the power Crystal in one of Mother's Cognitive Reactors. Now, the robots must find a replacement Crystal... but the one they dig up is a sacred relic from a monkey burial ground! Technology vs. Nature, Science vs. Religion, all wrapped up in the non-stop action and blistering follow-up to the smash hit Monkey VS. Robot! SC, 8x8, 144pg, b&w $14.95 HAPPY #3: ZIRKUS by Josh Simmons Not for the weak of heart, Josh Simmons hits us with the third issue of his disturbing exposé on the dark side of the American Dream. This issue offers a rare peek into the real-life underground, as it explores Josh's travels with a bohemian zirkus [circus] know for its crude performances. A brilliant glimpse of a world we never get to see. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HAPPY #1 by Josh Simmons Top Shelf Productions presents the debut of the all-new ongoing comic book series, Happy. Not for the weak of heart, Josh's incredibly drawn comics are a disturbing exposé on the dark side of the American Dream, pointing out the sometimes ludicrous underbelly of Democracy and Prosperity. MATURE READERS. b&w, 32pg $3.50 O/A HAPPY #2: ELEPHANT, BUNNY & CHICKEN by Josh Simmons Included in this all-new issue is a 17-page story, "Autobiographical Comix," where Josh 'celebrates' the existence of confessional autobio strips; a very detailed 10-page story, "The King of the World Makes a New Friend." MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 ******************************** MADBURGER by Stripburger Covered by a brainstorming painting by Matthias Lehmann, Madburger is filled with stories about living with madness, madness as a blind belief system, mad society, medical treatment and other acute psychotic phenomena. NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. MATURE READERS SC, 216pg, b&w $16.95 STARS OF THE MONTH MONKEY VS. ROBOT GN by James Kochalka Monkey vs. Robot is an exciting, action-packed rumble in the jungle! (STAR11581) SC, 8x8, 160pg, 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. 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. (STAR17257) SC, 4x6, 160pg, b&w $8.00 ****************************** VAMPEROTICA VAMPEROTICA ULTIMATE CARD SET COLLECTION This card full-color, 48-card set collects some of the most sought after trading cards that have ever been produced by Vamperotica. Contains Artistic cards by Kirk Lindo, plus Vamp cards of Lovette, Exotica, and many more. Each set also contains special hard to find Luxura Chromium bonus cards, plus an Original Art Sketch card. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Card Set, FC $25.00 VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS STARS OF THE MONTH CURT SWAN: A LIFE IN COMICS Filled with iconic and previously unseen pop art, this fascinating biography traces Curt Swan's career from the beginning on features like "Gangbusters" to his rise as the top Superman artist. SOFTCOVER ED. (STAR17228)––SC, 9x11, 196pg, PC $19.95 HARDCOVER ED. (STAR17128)––HC, 9x11, 212pg, PC $34.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CURT SWAN: A LIFE IN COMICS DELUXE SIGNED & NUMBERED HC Long-time Swan associates Julie Schwartz and Murphy Anderson signed the deluxe hardcover, which comes with a 16-page bonus portfolio/checklist! Also included in this never-to-be-reprinted limited edition is an exhaustive, 16-page portfolio index of Swans comic work! HC, 9x11, 212pg, PC $49.95 O/A SPACE COWBOY #1 Space Cowboy creator J. David Spurlock enlists the aid of the greatest sci-fi comics artists of all-time to add to the spectacle. Star Wars' Al Williamson, Star Trek's Gray Morrow, and Adam Strange's Carmine Infantino 48pg, PC (1 of 3) $4.95 ******************************** VEROTIK JAGUAR GOD: RETURN TO XIBALBA FAN CLUB COVER EDITION by Glen Danzig & Rafa Garres Simon Bisley provides the pulse-pounding cover, while writer Glen Danzig joins Spanish art sensation, Rafa Garres, for this special Jaguar God limited-edition one-shot! Camazotz, the bat-god of the underworld, brings back Jaguar God's worst nemesis, the Empress X'Alpen, from her dark dimension of death in search of vengeance. Can even the Jaguar God defeat them both? MATURE READERS FC $5.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WING*BIRD VEROTIK GIRLS PIN UP BOOK SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC $3.95 **************************** VIZ COMICS Magazines ANIMERICA VOLUME 11 #5 MAY 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! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 96pg, FC $4.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA VOLUME 6 #5 MAY 2003 The Anime Fan's Comic Magazine! Learn about Yû Watase's post-Ceres project, Imadoki. Plus the Manga serials: Short Program 2; Fushigi Yûgi; Video Girl Ai; Steam Detectives; Revolutionary Girl Utena; Marionette Generation; and Banana Fish. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 160pg, b&w $4.95 SHONEN JUMP VOLUME 1 #6 JUNE 2003 The World's Most Popular Manga! Features Dragon Ball Z, Yu-Gi-Oh!, YuYu Hakusho, Naruto, and Shaman King. Squarebound. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 328pg, PC $4.95 Comics & Graphic Novels THE BIG O PART 4 #2 created by Hajime Yatate, story & art by Hitoshi Ariga As Paradigm City's chief negotiator, Roger Smith makes a living helping people reclaim their forgotten memories. But thoughts of a mysterious woman, forces him to contemplate his own hazy past. Are the images of a forgotten romance enough to rekindle his long-dormant memories? (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 48pg, b&w (2 of 4) $3.50 THE BIG O VOLUME 2 TP created by Hajime Yatate, story & art by Hitoshi Ariga An android girl becomes a pawn in a master criminal's scheme to rob the city. A seductive blonde lures Roger Smith out onto the foggy ocean of Paradigm Port to encounter a ghost fleet from the past. A killer which may be man or machine resumes its hit contract from 40 years ago. And a journalist delves too deep into the catacombs beneath the city, where are kept things better left unremembered. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #12 (DEC022984) TP, 216pg, b&w (Note Price) $9.95 CHICAGO VOLUME 2: BOOK OF JUSTICE GN story and art by Yumi Tamura Rei, Uozumi, and Shin are dispatched on an emergency rescue mission when a madman goes on a killing rampage, finally taking a group of students hostage at a snowy mountain resort. But what started as a routine rescue operation turns into a bitter reminder of childhood tragedy for Rei. Will the ghosts of the past come back to haunt her on the frigid slopes of the Japanese Alps. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 200pg, b&w $15.95 DANCE TILL TOMORROW VOLUME 6 TP Story and art by Naoki Yamamoto Aya's dubious choice of bar hostess as her part-time job has both Suekichi and ex- husband Munakata worried for her safety as well as other things. But maybe it's not Aya that they should be worried about! Then, Munakata is the guest of honor as the winner of a small town's writing contest and he wants to take Aya with him! Is Aya so frustrated with Suekichi that she would turn to her lecherous ex? Or will she marry an even older man in hopes of getting an earlier inheritance? (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. MATURE READERS TP, 216pg, b&w $12.95 DRAGONBALL 2ND EDITION TP'S by Akira Toriyama Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z, the most popular manga in the world, is now available in a new economical graphic novel (5" x 7-1/2") format! Printed in the original right-to- left manga format, this series by acclaimed manga artist Akira Toriyama redefined martial arts comics throughout its original Japanese run in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 1984 to 1995. Son Goku, a super-strong boy with a monkey's tail, had never left his mountain home... until he met Bulma, a girl from the city, who invited him on her quest for the magic Dragon Balls that can grant any wish. Soon, Goku's natural inclination for martial arts led him to seek out the world's greatest trainers and tournaments, fighting bad guys and making friends around the world! The prequel to Dragon Ball Z combines adventure, fantasy and slapstick comedy with the skill of a master cartoonist. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 2—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 3—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 4—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 5—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 6—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 7—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 DRAGONBALL Z 2ND EDITION TP'S by Akira Toriyama Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z, the most popular manga in the world, is now available in a new economical graphic novel (5" x 7-1/2") format! Printed in the original right-to- left manga format, this series by acclaimed manga artist Akira Toriyama redefined martial arts comics throughout its original Japanese run in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 1984 to 1995. After years of training and adventure, Goku has become Earth's ultimate warrior—and his son, Gohan, shows even greater promise. But the stakes are increasing as more deadly enemies begin to appear, including Goku's greatest rival Vegeta, and the heroes must go into space to face menaces straight out of science fiction. More action- packed than the stories of Goku's youth, Dragon Ball Z is pure adrenaline. Get ready for action as time travelers, aliens and the mighty Super Saiyans clash over the fate of the universe! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 2—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 3—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 4—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 5—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 6—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 VOL. 7—SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $7.95 STARS OF THE MONTH EL HAZARD VOLUME 3 TP by Hidetomo Tsubura The forces of Roshtaria are not faring well in the battle for the Eye of God as a war on two fronts develops: on one side the Bugrom, the other, the Shadow Tribe and their two powerful demon gods. (CAUT: 3) (STAR17181) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 184pg, b&w $15.95 FIREFIGHTER!: DAIGO OF FIRE COMPANY M VOLUME 1 GN by Masato Soda In the sleepy town of Medaka-ga-hama, Daigo has just passed the near-impossible exam to enter the brotherhood of firefighters, and his beautiful former-teacher, Ms. Ochiai, will certainly be impressed by his new uniform! When a fire breaks out in the high school, 18- year-old Daigo must face the flames and his fears to make certain that his favorite teacher makes it out alive. Of course, he'll first have do is get over his childhood fear of fire! Also available in a special Collectors' Edition, which is printed in the original right-to- left Japanese format. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. REG. (STAR17183)––SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 COLLECTOR'S ED. (STAR17184)––SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 ********************* FUSHIGI YUGI VOLUME 8 GN story and art by Yû Watase In this volume, the magically conjured storm that wrecked their ship also left Miaka and the warriors of Suzaku stranded in Nucheng-Kuo—an extreme feminist state where men are the enemy! To compound their troubles, Seiryu Celestial Warrior Soi—mistress of lightning—is hunting the party as well. Will this delay give Yui the advantage in reaching Bei-Jia first? NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 200pg, b&w (Note Price) $9.95 FUSHIGI YUGI 2ND EDITION GN'S story and art by Yû Watase Viz is proud to announce our re-release of Yû Watase's most popular shôjo series, Fushigi Yûgi, at a new economical price and new size! When best friends Miaka and Yui open an ancient Chinese book, they find themselves transported to a parallel world. Trapped in the Universe of the Four Gods, Miaka is thrust in the role of priestess who must save an entire empire…and who falls in love with dashing martial artist Tamahome. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1—SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 VOL. 2—SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 GUNDAM THE ORIGIN #5 story & art by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko The world of Gundam 0079 like you've never seen it before! The White Base desperately races across the Zeon-infested deserts of the American Southwest bound ultimately for the Federation's headquarters at Jaburo in South America and safety. Hunting them though is none other than the commander of Zeon's terrestrial invasion force, Garma Zabi—and he's brought Char along with him! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 104pg, FC $7.95 GUNDAM WING GROUND ZERO 2ND EDITION TP story & art by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko Now packaged in a new slimmer size and a lower price! Ground Zero is one version of the events taking place in the interim between the TV series story and Endless Waltz, and explores a question important to the Gundam Wing series: when the war is over, what then?! A team of five Gundam are pitted against each other at a deserted space station. When assassination, mind control, and a loaded gun enter the picture, it's obvious they're not alone. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 136pg, b&w $9.95 HAMTARO, LET'S PLAY! VOLUME 3 GN 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. Place the Ham-Ham's where you want them in settings from the actual show! Let's play! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #11 (NOV022792) SC, 16pg, FC $7.95 INU-YASHA 2ND EDITION TP'S story & art by Rumiko Takahashi Start from the beginning with a re-release of one of Takahashi's greatest manga, an otherworldly fairy tale of ancient Japan, from the creator of Ranma 1/2 and Maison Ikkoku. Kagome was always just a typical Japanese high school girl. Her grandfather is obsessed with ancient myths; her home is crammed with mystical talismans…but none of it ever seemed to matter until one amazing day. The perfect companion to the anime currently running on Cartoon Network! Volume 2 is also re-released in a new 5 x 7 1/2" size and low price of $8.95! Inu-Yasha is an out of the ordinary historical fantasy adventure (with a touch of gothic horror) from the "Queen of Romantic Comedy", Rumiko Takahashi! Through a trick of fate, Kagome's destiny is linked to a doglike half- demon named Inu-Yasha, who remembers Kagome's previous incarnation as the woman who killed him…and the same trick of fate has tied her destiny to the mysterious "Jewel of Four Souls," which can fulfill the dreams of any person or monster. When the jewel is shattered into shards, they must work together to find the pieces before everyone's worst nightmare comes true. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1—SC, 178pg, b&w $8.95 VOL. 2—SC, 192pg, b&w $8.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MEDABOTS VOLUME 3: THE MEDAFORCE! TP by Horumarin In the third volume, Salty and Ikki meet a talking bird who asks them to take him to Dr. Aki, the father of Medabots. They go to the Medabot Corporation, and Metabee gets himself into a raging ro-battle with an experimental flying medabot. If Metabee wins, he'll get some flying medaparts of his own! Then, Koji throws a party and everyone's invited — a perfect opportunity for the Rubberobo Gang to cause some trouble! (STAR17243) SC, 136pg, b&w $9.95 ******************************** NEON GENESIS EVANGELION VOLUME 7 TP story & art by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto After Shinji resigns, not even the attack of the mighty Angel Zeruel can lure him back to pilot the Evangelion. The only person who might convince him is Kaji. But to do so, Kaji must reveal that he is equally guilty! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. REG.—SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 COLLECTORS ED.—SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 RANMA ½ 2ND EDITION TP'S story & art by Rumiko Takahashi Viz is pleased to re-release the first two volumes of Rumiko Takahashi's Ranma 1/2—in a handy new smaller size and great lower price! Ranma 1/2 is a martial arts/teenage romance comedy like nothing you've ever seen! When Ranma and his father Genma get splashed with cold water, dad transforms into a giant panda—and male Ranma becomes a young girl! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1—SC, 304pg, b&w $9.95 VOL. 2—SC, 224pg, b&w $9.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SILENT MÖBIUS VOLUME 9: TURNABOUT TP by Kia Asamiya The supernatural science-fiction thriller by Kia Asamiya! Yuki in the hospital and Katsumi now an agent of Nemesis, the A.M.P.'s numbers are dwindling. But Rally, determined not to let mankind's last hope fade away, recruits a new member to the cause — sorceress Lum Cheng, wielder of Gesso, King of Blades. Then, Lum Cheng is attacked in her own apartment and Lebia must face down a Lucifer Hawk in the A.M.P.'s computer core! (STAR17153) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 184pg, b&w $15.95 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? (STAR17332) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 192pg, b&w $15.95 ************************** X/1999 VOLUME 10: FUGUE TP story & art by CLAMP In the depths of the Clamp Academy a startling discovery is made—just as Kamui had a twin star, so does the sacred sword! Meanwhile, Hinoto's dream-gazing has become increasingly more disturbing and dangerous, and when Kamui joins her for a session, painful visions of the past are unearthed deep within his psyche; visions of carnage, visions of his lost friend Fuuma, and visions of his mother! Can Kamui's fragile sanity handle the flood of emotion? (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 192pg, b&w $9.95 X 1999 2ND EDITION TP'S story & art by CLAMP Viz is proud to re-issue CLAMP's greatest manga, X/1999, with an earthquake-shaking new size and price! X/1999, an occult science fiction fantasy, is a stunning work of shôjo (girls' comics) from the collective of CLAMP — a combine of four female shôjo artists who have taken all of Asia by storm! After a mysterious six-year absence, Kamui, a young man with mysterious psionic powers, returns to Tokyo. Now his childhood girlfriend Kotori and psychic Princess Hitono are having prophetic dreams about Kamui's role in the end of the world! What do these strange visions mean? Why does Kamui warn Kotori and her brother Fuma to stay away from him? And who are these psionically powered beings who keep picking fights with Kamui? In Volume 2, Kamui — returning to Tokyo years after the death of his own mother — is a changed man. He's moody and distant to his old friends, yet determined to protect them from the dark forces that swirl around him. For he is the nexus of a great cataclysm to come, and the inheritor of a strange destiny that could decide the fate of an entire world! Haunted by his tragic past, Kamui struggles to understand his role in the future...a terrible fate inexorably linked to his unique powers. Now, as seers and psychics across Japan turn their eyes to Tokyo and the drama beginning to unfold there, the lines between light and dark are being drawn. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. VOL. 1: PRELUDE SC, 184pg, b&w $9.95 VOL. 2: OVERTURE SC, 184pg, b&w $9.95 JUNKO MIZUNO'S HANSEL AND GRETEL GN story & art by Junko Mizuno Everyone knows the story of Hansel & Gretel. You all remember Hansel, the smart, squatty kid with a tuna can strapped over his mouth, lest his preternaturally loud voice make things crumble all around him. And of course, Gretel, the tall pink-haired schoolgirl in the sailor suit, striking down bullies with each blow of her handy bamboo practice sword. And if you don't remember the story going this way, rest assured you won't be able to forget Junko Mizuno's Hansel & Gretel! NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 152pg, FC $15.95 STAR OF THE MONTH ANIME ART GALLERY: THE ART OF FUSHIGI YÛGI by Yu Watase and the animators of Fushigi Yûgi The Art of Fushigi Yûgi collects color illustrations of Fushigi Yûgi for the first time in an English edition! (STAR17118) SC, 104pg, FC $22.95 WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS BOOTLEG #8 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 WINGNUT GAMES TRAVELERS: KEG O' FUN VOLUME 1 TP Keg o' Fun collects the earliest issues of The Travelers including the stories "Never Turn Your Back on a 500-pound Cello" and "Wizard Olympic Fever!" and "Veni, Vidi, Vici, Veni," previously only offered as a retailer incentive issue #0. Also included are six pages of strips that only appeared in Knights of the Dinner Table, and a previously unpublished Travelers two-page strip. SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.95 TONY DIGERLAMO'S TRAVELERS #21 First Wingnut Games issue! "The Mummy's Whacked!" When Father Shambles cleans the gutters of his church with a holy relic, he accidentally unleashes an ancient evil: a 1000-year-old Mayan mummy who is completely insane! Only a mysterious traveler and a secret weapon can turn the tide of undead. And what will the bishop say when he finds Shambles using a holy relic as a backscratcher? Bi-Monthly. b&w, 32pg $2.99 ZEN COMICS ZEN #0 by Steve Stern & Bill Maus The 80s phenomenon that spawned action figures, video games, and scores of other licensed items is back with a new look, a new level of excitement, and a thought- provoking storyline that signals his return to greatness! The all-new ZEN monthly series begins now! Zen is preparing to leave Earth for good, but something happens on 'The Fateful Day' that convinces him to stay. This issue features a wraparound cover by regular series artist Bill Maus and an alternate cover by exciting new discovery Thad Rhodes III, shipped in equal ratio. SC, 32pg, FC $2.95 ZEN INTERGALACTIC NINJA #1 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION By Steve Stern & Dan Cote Creators Steve Stern and Dan Cote will sign and number a total of 200 copies of this much sought-after reprint of 1987's airbrush-colored Zen Intergalactic Ninja #1! Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) SC, 32pg, FC $14.95 ALIEN HERO TP SIGNED & NUMBERED By Steve Stern & Dan Cote Individually signed and numbered by creators Steve Stern and Dan Cote and limited to 200 copies, this book collects a series of novellas and short stories, and includes "Jewel of Forgetfulness" based upon the events in Zen Intergalactic Ninja #1. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) SC, 60pg, b&w $12.95 GRAPHIC NOVEL SPOTLIGHT ALIEN LEGION: FORCE NOMAD TP by Chuck Dixon and Larry Stroman The brainchild of former Marvel Comics editor Carl Potts, Alien Legion chronicled the exploits of comic's first "Foreign Legion in Space" – a collection of brave heroes and vile criminals who battled under a single banner for riches, glory, and the sheer thrill of the fight. Collecting the first 11 issues of the comic book's second series, this four-color classic centers on Force Nomad, an elite squad of soldiers presumed dead after a disastrous foray into the barren Hellscape of Quaal. Only the squad's commanding officer, Major Sarigar, holds hope that there are any survivors. Resigning his commission, "Citizen" Sarigar sets out to discover the true fate of his men. Can he locate any surviving Nomad members and reassemble the universe's most renowned fighting force? A must- read! (STAR14635F) SC, 312pg, FC $24.95 "This is high-quality work from a gifted group of creators. I don't know what's better: that Checker managed to collect this series in such a handsomely done volume [very high quality paper with solid attention paid to the coloring], or that the liner notes indicated that there's more Alien Legion to come." – ShotgunReviews.com * * * THE ART OF DORIAN CLEAVENGER VOLUME 1 TP by Dorian Cleavenger No stranger to comics readers, master painter Dorian Cleavenger has supplied breathtaking covers to a treasure-trove of comics titles. Fans can now enjoy the artist's realistic renderings of fearsome beauties in this breathtaking collection published by SQP, which is printed on high-gloss stock with truly magnificent reproduction! This art book is sure to stir the imagination and delight the eyes – making it a trade that no true art lover should pass up. (STAR15557H) SC, FC $19.95 "Powerful, pulse-pounding, and utterly provocative." – Alliance Marketing Copywriter Todd Kaylor * * * THE ART OF MICHAEL MÖBIUS: SHEER DESIRE VOLUME 1 TP by Michael Möbius Born in 1968, famed Heavy Metal contributor Michael Möbius spent his formative years in the totalitarian confines of East Germany…but when that fabled wall came down, the artist's quest to become one of the world's premier masters of the female form began in earnest! Intended for adult readers, Sheer Desire contains a wealth of the illustrator's best-known erotic visions, resulting in a full-color collection of Möbius's finest works! (STAR16486H) SC, 48pg, FC $14.95 "Through the use of intelligent light and shadow I strive to create sensual moments in time that portray a heightened sense of reality. My work is about the mystery of emotion and the power of expression." – Michael Möbius * * * BLUE LINE PRO'S DIGITAL COLORS FOR COMICS by Aaron Hübrich This must-have guide from Blue Line Pro has Sketch columnist and comics veteran Aaron Hübrich walking readers through the process of digital coloring from start to finish. Broken down step by step, this easy-to-follow resource offers extensive commentaries to help readers achieve their desired coloring effects! A guide that no student of digital coloring should be without! (STAR15320E) SC, 8x10, 48pg, FC $9.95 "A wonderful manual for aspiring comic book colorists everywhere!" – Diamond Purchasing Brand Manager – Magazines Theresa Yung * * * BOX OFFICE POISON COMPLETE EDITION by Alex Robinson Talk about a "Complete Edition" – at 608 pages in length, this one might be the biggest trade paperback of all! Dealing with jobs, love, apartments, girlfriends, comic books, and life, this volume collects every panel, word, and line of Alex Robinson's critically acclaimed series for the first time ever. Box Office Poison is an eloquent story that playfully examines the nuances of human mating rituals and also provides a clever commentary on the comics industry itself – don't miss it! (STAR13562F) SC, 6x9, 608pg, b&w $29.95 "In years to come, Box Office Poison will be regarded as the acme of comic book drama, and will almost certainly be a strong influence on the current generation of creators. It's funny. It's touching. It even finds time to be a little coarse. For goodness sake, what more could you ask for?" – Matthew Craig, RobotFist.com * * * CHARM SCHOOL VOLUME ONE: MAGICAL WITCH GIRL BUNNY TP by Elizabeth Watasin From Slave Labor Graphics comes this very special fairy tale with an edge all its own. Introducing mature readers to Bunny – a good teen witch who lives in the enchanted town of Little Salem – the trade, on the surface, plays like a "Sabrina the Teen-Age Witch" for the Vertigo set. But upon closer inspection, one will soon find that there's more going on with this book than meets the eye. The author offers unsuspecting readers a very different love triangle that would feel right at home in the pages Terry Moore's acclaimed Strangers in Paradise and Los Bros. Hernandez's award-winning Love & Rockets stories. In short, the book pushes the envelope of mainstream comics, tackling the concept of romance and alternative relationships like few other titles published today – but with a sweetness and sophistication all its own. Within its pages, readers will find a supernatural world where likable characters of depth and real emotional power meet, greet, and fall in love . . . much like real life. (STAR16236E) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $11.95 "Charm School is a magical journey that will bewitch readers from all walks of life. Let its magic work for you." – Diamond Director of Purchasing Mark Herr * * * CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER COLLECTED BEST TP by Clive Barker, Neil Gaiman, Alex Ross, and Various One of the most popular horror movie series of all time spawned a landmark comic book anthology, which ran from 1989 to 1993. Featuring short stories from some of the best and brightest in the comics industry, this collection from Checker Book Publishing offers the crème de la crème of the horror comics series that shocked and entertained fans the world over! From Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean's "Wordsmith" to D.G. Chichester and Mike Mignola's "Dead Things Rot" to "The Threshold" by Scott Hampton, the dark treasures that are scared up in this haunting collection are sure to cast a spell over many an unsuspecting reader. Discover their dark mysteries for yourself . . . if you dare! (STAR16237F) SC, 232pg, FC $21.95 "There was a spark of inspiration to these stories . . . I, for one, wouldn't mind seeing a second volume." – Comic Book Galaxy: Made in Canada * * * THE COFFIN TP by Phil Hester and Mike Huddleston Looking for a mix of classic science fiction and super-heroics? If you're opening The Coffin, you've come to the right place! Written by Phil Hester – best known for his painted covers for DC Comics' Green Arrow – and illustrated by Mike Huddleston, The Coffin introduces Dr. Ashar Ahmad, the inventor of a high-tech suit that can keep the soul of a dead body alive indefinitely. But when circumstances go beyond Ahmad's control, his only choice is to climb into his own walking Coffin! (STAR13938E) SC, 112pg, b&w $11.95 "With The Coffin, Phil Hester and Mike Huddleston have successfully grafted the 1950s made scientist yarn to a canvas drawn from the best of Lovecraftian horror." – Artbomb.net * * * FROM HELL TP – MOVIE COVER EDITION by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell If you've only seen the blockbuster motion picture starring Johnny Depp and Heather Graham, then you don't know the full story of From Hell! Written by Alan Moore – the same genius behind Watchmen, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Swamp Thing, and a host of other acclaimed titles -- and illustrated by Eddie Campbell (Bacchus), this massive collection for mature readers presents the full, unedited saga of Moore's take on Jack the Ripper, and is presented with a special cover commemorating the hit film. (STAR16789F) MATURE READERS SC, b&w $35.00 "Alan Moore's masterpiece, with some of perfect collaborator Eddie Campbell's finest illustration. An essential edition for the shelf of anyone with an interest in the comics form." – Warren Ellis * * * GLOOMCOOKIE VOLUME ONE TP by Serena Valentino and Ted Naifeh A gothic romance for mature readers, Slave Labor Graphics' Gloomcookie follows the story of Lex, Max, Isabella, Sebastian, and Chrys – five Goths whose lives intertwine in a darkly seductive game of love, lust, and control. Collecting the first six issues of the much-lauded series, this smart social satire also contains sketches, Lex's dictionary, and a wealth of extras! Highly recommended! (STAR12671E) SC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w $18.95 "Gloomcookie has been one of the few comic books I read as soon as I get it home. Actually, I rarely wait that long; I read it while still in the store. – The Decatur Daily Online Editor Franklin Harris * * * JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC: DIRECTOR'S CUT SC by Jhonen Vasquez Before he used his dark genius to unleash the animated favorite, Invader Zim, critically acclaimed storyteller Jhonen Vasquez gave comics readers his hilariously twisted masterwork, Johnny the Homicidal Maniac. This special director's cut of the trade – which includes never-before-collected material from the Goth magazine, Carpe Noctem – introduces readers to the precocious young lad and his myriad homicidal tendencies. From documenting Johnny's constant terrorizing of his traumatized next-door neighbor, Todd (better known to fans as Squee), to chronicling his continuing quest to uncover the meaning behind his murderous existence, this trade offers readers nothing less than a killer read! (STAR07025E) SC, 7x10, 168pg, b&w $19.95 "Vasquez understands that shtick proceeds from character." – LA Weekly "You can't escape from Jhonen Vasquez; he's everywhere." – RevolutionSF.com * * * THE MAXIMORTAL COLLECTED EDITION #1 by Rick Veitch The Maximortal tells the origin of the ultimate super-heroic idea made flesh, and its secret influence on the 20th century. The critically acclaimed graphic novel also examines the mythology behind one of comicdom's greatest characters, its creators, and its place in popular culture. Beginning with a thunderous explosion over Siberia, through the atomic devastation of Hiroshima and beyond, the graphic novel is a dark epic told through the astonishing stories of those caught in its sprawling – and quite devastating – wake. A necessary addition to any library! (STAR16512F) SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $14.95 "Rick Veitch takes [Jerry] Siegel's life and mixes it with the invention of the atom bomb, the politics of mid-century America, and the Superman story itself to produce a . . . strangely compelling graphic novel." – Tucson Weekly * * * NOCTURNALS: BLACK PLANET TP by Dan Brereton It's time for some supernatural-heroes! Doc Horror! Starfish! Polychrome! Gunwitch! Halloween Girl! They are the Nocturnals – Pacific City's last, best hope against the unknown terrors of the unseen world! Brought to life by Brereton's lush, painted artwork, The Nocturnals combines the best aspects of horror and heroic comics storytelling, and the adventure begins in this volume! (STAR08600E) SC, 7x10, 194pg, FC $19.95 "No doubt, in the middle of some dark foggy night, the spirits of Raymond Chandler and H.P. Lovecraft invaded Dan Brereton's body and consumed his brain and employed his talent to make, of all things, fully painted pulp fiction horror comics. There's no other rational explanation for The Nocturnals." – Artbomb.net * * * PISTOLWHIP GN by Matt Kindt and Jason Hall Set in a by-gone era – the turn of the 20th century – Pistolwhip details the strange and fascinating connection between a naive bellhop's struggle towards his life's ambition, an expatriate musician on the run, a young woman's battle with her past, and a mysterious figure who wants to control their lives. Containing a feel that's somewhere between the Coen Brothers, James Ellroy, and David Lynch, this honest-to-God, albeit skewed, crime thriller is nothing less than extraordinary, and will have readers turning page after page. Following Samuel Goldwyn's advice and "starting with an earthquake…," Kindt and Hall begin big with Pistolwhip and never let up throughout the 127 pages that follow. By the time readers reach the last page, they won't just be happy with the fact that they've bought themselves a satisfying read; they'll also realize that they have experienced the amazing debut of two of comicdom's newest – and most promising – creators. (STAR13698F) SC, 8x11, 128pg, b&w $14.95 "With the kind of boldness born of inexperience, Hall and Kindt published their first comix as a full graphic novel. Using the tropes of film noir [private detectives, femme fatales] with a fresh, almost goofball expressionism, these guys more than justified their self-confidence." – Time.comix * * * PULPATOON PILGRIMAGE GN by Joel Priddy Hard to define and not to be ignored, this 2002 Ignatz Award-winning graphic novel from AdHouse Books introduces readers to an eccentric trio of pilgrims – a mechanical man, a minotaur, and a humanoid plant – who journey across empty vistas and into readers' imaginations. Offering a unique take on mankind's age-old quest for universal truths, this brilliant debut work by Joel Priddy resonates with strange echoes of Geoffrey Chaucer's classic The Canterbury Tales and Carl Sandburg's beloved Rootabaga Stories, as it introduces its characters (and the reader) to a weird new cosmology built upon physical certainties and vast whimsical charm. This is masterful mythmaking for mature readers that should not be missed! (STAR16624F) SC, 5x7, 160pg, b&w $12.95 "This graphic novel should be on every indy comics fan's must-read list." – TheFourthRail.com * * * QUEEN & COUNTRY VOLUME 1: BROKEN GROUND HC and SC by Greg Rucka and Steve Rolston; cover by Tim Sale and Matthew Hollingsworth Whether you were first introduced to acclaimed writer Greg Rucka through DC Comics' Detective Comics, Marvel Comics' Elektra, or Image Comics' Felon, you won't want to miss his Queen & Country! Featuring the continuing adventures of British Intelligence agent Tara Chance (originally introduced to readers as Lily Sharpe in Rucka's Whiteout), and illustrated by Steve Rolston (Jack Spade & Tony Two-Fist), Queen & Country is required reading for mature readers interested in a real world take on the shadowy business of espionage! (HC: STAR16040E; SC: STAR15478E) HC, 120pg, b&w $25.00 SC, 120pg, b&w $11.95 "Queen & Country is top-notch thriller writing in anybody's book, and can hold its head up high next to the very best examples of the genre, whether they be in film, television, or print." – NinthArt.com MAGAZINES SECTION PREMIER VENDORS MAGAZINES SECTION COMIC MAGAZINES ALTER EGO #23 Issue #23 focuses on Wonder Woman and the giants of MLJ/Archie! It sports two Golden Age covers: a never-before-published 1940s Wonder Woman cover by H.G. Peter, and a new Hangman drawing by Bob Fujitane! Inside, editor Roy Thomas spotlights unseen art from two "lost" 1940s WW stories by H.G. Peter, plus an analysis of the "Charles Moulton" scripts! Bob ("Fuje") Fujitani is interviewed by Jim Amash (with lots of rare art of The Hangman, Airboy, Dr. Solar, Shock Gibson, and more)! There's a talk with John Rosenberger, Silver Age artist of The Fly and The Jaguar! Editor Victor Gorelick discusses Archie & The Mighty Crusaders, with art by Ray Morrow, Rich Buckler, Paul Reinman, and others! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 BESK AND SCHAFFENBERGER: SONS OF THUNDER TP Beck and Schaffenberger: Sons of Thunder is a split-biography book (with a foreword by Ken Bald) on the careers and lives of two of comics' greatest and most endearing artists, C.C. Beck and Kurt Schaffenberger! Both men are known for their seminal work on the character Captain Marvel, and this up-close and personal retrospective journey takes us from their childhood years to the Golden Age of comic books and beyond! Co-written by FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) editor P.C. Hamerlinck and Mark Voger, this book is profusely illustrated with previously unpublished artwork by both artists, including pre- comic book work, art from Captain Marvel, Lois Lane, and more, plus hundreds of rare photographs! "Boom!" echoes the far-reaching thunder from the works of Beck and Schaffenberger — their artwork's impact forever clamoring attention with resounding tones! If you're a fan of either of these Golden and Silver Age greats, this is a book you can't miss! (TwoMorrows Publishing) SC, 9x11, 160pg, b&w $15.95 COMIC SHOP NEWS #825-829 Comic Shop News is the most popular weekly newsletter about comics. Each issue is full color, 8-12 pages with CSNsider, news, interviews, color art, and CSN Comics — an original Sunday-style comic. Only CSN has a complete monthly checklist, which includes Previews order numbers, plus exclusive CSN Hot Picks! "Fab Firsts," a monthly checklist of all the first issues due for the month, is also included. Sold in both 50-count and 100- count bundles. (Comic Shop News) Tabloid, FC PI Ea. COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1535 Legionnaires assemble! In April 1958, DC launched the careers of Cosmic Boy, Lightning Lad, and Saturn Girl, the core of what would become its largest group of teen heroes, The Legion of Super-Heroes. Now, 45 years later, CBG commemorates the anniversary. Columns by Tony Isabella, Andrew Smith, Craig Shutt, and Peter David round out this issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1536 Alpha Flight turns 25! In 1978, The X-Men faced Wolverine's former teammates, a Canadian super-group known as Alpha Flight. Revisit the team's early adventures with insight from artist John Byrne and writer Chris Claremont. Columns by Andrew Smith, Craig Shutt, Peter David, and Tony Isabella make this issue one you can't afford to miss! (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1537 A review of June-shipping releases. CBG's Retailer Review panel takes a look at some comics scheduled to ship in June. And, as the nation celebrates Free Comic Book Day May 2, CBG joins in. In addition, columns by Craig Shutt, Peter David, Tony Isabella, and Andrew Smith make this a can't miss issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1538 Fifteen years of Venomous vitriol. In 1988, Spider-Man got a makeover with a new black costume, courtesy of an alien machine on a distant planet. The costume later became the villainous Venom and CBG looks at the past decade and a half of the character's adventures. Columns by Peter David, Tony Isabella, Andrew Smith, and Craig Shutt add flavor to the mix. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1539 Mr. Silver Age's Summer Reading List! With the school year winding down and vacation planning in full swing, it's time to assemble your summer reading! Mr. Silver Age provides suggestions. And columnists Tony Isabella, Andrew Smith, and Peter David may have some additional items to pack along. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #156 Comics International is the news and comment bible for the comics industry! Includes hundreds of reviews of top titles, with plot synopses, plus an overview of scripts and art quality, as well as a directory of comic stores, specialists, events, and festivals. (Comics International) Magazine, PC $2.25 COMICS REVUE #205 Featuring: Featuring: Little Orphan Annie and Mr. Am by Harold Gray, Modesty Blaise by Peter O'Donnell and Romero, Gasoline Alley by Dick Moores, Flash Gordon by Dan Barry and Wally Wood, The Phantom by Lee Falk and Ray Moore, Tarzan and the Diamond of Ashra by Dan Barry, Alley Oop by V. T. Hamlin, Buz Sawyer by Roy Crane, Casey Ruggles by Warren Tufts, and Krazy Kat by George Herriman. (Manuscript Press) Magazine $6.95 COMICS SPOTLIGHT #5 Comics Spotlight #5 - Batman includes interviews and profiles of many of the great creators who have breathed four-color life into the Dark Knight Detective, including the current smash team of Jim Lee and Jeph Loeb, Joker and Robin creator Jerry Robinson, longtime writer and editor Denny O'Neil, veteran Bat-artist Jim Aparo, editor Bob Schreck, Greg Rucka, Ed Brubaker, Tim Sale, and others! Comics2Film's Rob Worley scopes out Batman at the movies, and ComicBookResources' Augie De Blieck Jr. rates the top ten Bat-stories, plus much more! This issue features a choice of two covers: one by Jim Lee and one by Claude St. Aubin and Jason Brunner! If you miss the days of fan magazines like Comics Interview, Amazing Heroes and others, don't miss Comics Spotlight! (Ground Zero) JIM LEE CVR.––Magazine, 80pg, b&w $4.95 ST. AUBIN/BRUNNER CVR.––Magazine, 80pg, b&w $4.95 DRAW #6 Start off with a bang by our terrific cover from former Ren & Stimpy cellmates Bill (Monroe) Wray and Stephen DeStefano! Inside, there are interviews and "How-To" demos on all aspects of creating comic imagery, including: an interview and demo on cartooning and painting by Bill Wray; working in the digital realm in comics and illustration with cover artist Celia Calle; Stephen DeStefano on crossing over and working in both comics and animation; and an inking tutorial by Draw! editor Mike Manley! Plus, the latest installment of our regular feature on figure drawing by Bret Blevins, a look at adding light and shadow to your work, new product reviews with Ande Parks, and even more of what's made Draw! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 9x11, 88pg, PC $5.95 SKETCH MAGAZINE #20 Sketch turns 20 with a feature interview of the storytelling sensation J. Michael Straczynski. As creator of the television sci-fi epic Babylon 5, Straczynski has became a major figure behind some of the biggest titles in the comic industry. From Midnight Nation to Spider-Man and his newest Marvel project, Straczynski gives a fascinating look into his process of transforming an idea from scratch into an unstoppable juggernaut of epic storytelling. As always, Sketch satisfies with plentiful "how-to" instructionals from tried-and-true industry talent, packed with penciling, computer coloring, and marketing tips to help you become an artistic rising star. (Blue Line Pro) Magazine, 64pg $5.95 TRIPWIRE MAGAZINE VOLUME 5 #7 Tripwire's full-color relaunch continues, as the magazine takes a look at the imminent release of X-Men sequel X2! With the aid of director Bryan Singer, some of its production crew and many of the comic line's creators! Tripwire's Film Diaries continue as does "Stripwire," its brand new comic strip section. There'll also be Ashley Wood's "Illustrators," "Studio Space" (a look at comic illustrators and painters), "Launchpad" (Tripwire's focus on new talent), "Company Profile," "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! With the new design and content direction, Tripwire will be the only comic magazine you'll ever need! (Tripwire) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 96pg, FC $5.95 WRITE NOW #4 Write Now!, the magazine that puts you into the minds of today's top comics, animation, and science-fiction writers and editors. This time around, editor Danny Fingeroth brings you interviews with and lessons from: Warren Ellis, writer of Transmetropolitan and The Authority! Howard Chaykin, creator of American Flagg (who graces this issue's new cover art by Howard), the upcoming Mighty Love, and writer of TV's The Flash and Mutant X! Paul Dini, the man behind Warner Bros.' Batman and Batman Beyond! Bob Schreck, a founder of Oni Press and group editor of the Batman line! Diana Schutz, Editor in Chief of Dark Horse Comics, and others! Plus, more writing lessons from Dennis O'Neil, nuts and bolts of writing comics stories, tips on craft from DC editor Joey Cavalieri, freelancer strategies from Steven Grant, reviews of books on writing, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 9x11, 80pg, b&w $5.95 COLLECTOR MAGAZINES ANIMATION MAGAZINE MAY 2003 The most current information on film, television, gaming, technology, commercials, conferences, events, and industry trends. Check out the resources for education, and training in the field of animation! (Animation Magazine) Magazine $5.95 BECKETT'S 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 (#218)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BASKETBALL (#154)—Magazine, FC $4.99 FOOTBALL (#158)—Magazine, FC $4.99 HOCKEY (#151)—Magazine, FC $4.99 RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#105)—Magazine, FC $4.99 SPORTS COLLECTIBLES & AUTOGRAPHS (#145)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BECKETT'S DRAGONBALL Z COLLECTOR #30 Each issue includes price guides and checklists, new release information, video game tips and tricks, coverage of all characters, contests, web site reviews, merchandise and cartoon reviews, and much more! (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 94pg $5.99 BECKETT'S POKÉMON AND ANIME COLLECTOR #45 Fresh, creative, and fun articles and columns on the latest and greatest Pokémon products. Find out the value of collectibles, and where to find conventions to buy, sell, or trade. Plus, words of wisdom from writers in the industry! Monthly. (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 72pg, FC $5.99 DIE-CAST DIGEST APRIL 2003 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 MAY 2003 Featuring an X-Men pull-out guide and a complete photo checklist of every Toy Biz X- Men toy ever done, as well as another 80s flashback, taking a look at one of the Big 80s toy brands and where it is now! Plus, the latest releases for G.I. Joe, Star Wars, Marvel, DC Direct, McFarlane, Dragon, and more. Includes' the Hot Wheels pricing guide, and news on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Image, G.I. Joe, Transformers, and more! (Lee Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #109 APRIL 2003 Featuring show coverage, price guides, and showcasing the best in toy lines! Plus, AFD's regular departments on new product announcements, international markets, Action News Briefs, and the Star Wars Update are all included in this issue (Tomart Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 TOY CARS AND MODELS MAGAZINE VOLUME 6 #6 Feature stories and columns concentrate on models of Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge and DeSoto automobiles. This issue also finishes up our coverage of the American International Toy Fair of New York. If you're into Hot Wheels, check out the "Hot Wheels Price Guide," listing values from 1995 and on. Toy Cars & Models provides comprehensive coverage of the model car hobby without bias toward scale, subject, manufacturer or material. Toy Cars & Models offers columns and news stories featuring models made of die-cast, white metal, plastic, resin, and more. Monthly giveaways, reader polls, and an active letters column give readers a chance to participate in their hobby.(Krause Publications) Magazine, FC $5.50 TOY SHOP #304-305 Spring is here, and that means toy shows and auctions are in full swing. Check out what's selling and for how much. We'll take you to some of the biggest toy auctions in the country. Also, see what your toys are worth in our new price guide. Toy Shop provides toy news, information, and product releases you won't find anywhere else. From vintage toys (tin, character, robots, etc) to new toys (action figures, die-cast vehicles, model kits), they all have a home in Toy Shop. Don't forget to check out the classified ads section, indexed alphabetically by category, making it easy for you to locate items of interest. (Krause Publications) Tabloid (Note Price) $4.99Ea. TUFF STUFF JUNE 2003 This fabulous issue features an "Entertainment Card Price Guide," which has been in high demand, and a free Upper Deck Game Face Baseball trading card! Tuff Stuff is a monthly price guide for sports cards in singles, packs, boxes, and sets along with prices for bobble heads, figures, limited edition collectibles, and much more. Find out what the top 10 hottest cards are as well as market reports for baseball, football, basketball and hockey. If you are looking for autograph pricing and information, Tuff Stuff has more autograph coverage than any other magazine. Also find coverage on Figures like McFarlane, a racing card preview and commentary article and the latest new card product previews. (Krause Publications) Magazine $4.99 GAME MAGAZINES DRAGON #308 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 DUNGEON #100 The official source for the third edition of D&D adventures! Dungeon Adventures #95 offers all-new adventures for all levels of play, each complete with maps, NPCs, new treasures and weapons, and more! (Curtis Circulation) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 GAMES UNPLUGGED MAGAZINE #27 Provides current news and reviews for the adventure gamer, 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! (Fast Forward Entertainment) Magazine, 64pg, FC $4.99 OFFICIAL X BOX MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM JUNE 2003 As well as providing news, reviews, and previews covering the whole world of X Box, the magazine's cover-mounted DVD is the source of exclusive playable X Box game demos. The future of game magazines! (Imagine Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC w/CD-ROM $7.99 PC GAMER MAGAZINE WITH CD-ROM JUNE 2003 The biggest stories in PC gaming! Hard-hitting reviews ensure you'll buy the right games. Your most pressing tech questions are answered in the incomparable Hard Stuff section. Plus, the biggest games are solved, with hundreds of cheats to help you get to the end. (Imagine Publishing, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC w/CD-ROM $7.99 PSM MAGAZINE JUNE 2003 100% Playstation. 100% Independent! 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 SCRYE #60 Full coverage of Legion, the new set for Magic: The Gathering, MechWarrior's Fire For Effect, and Lord of the Rings' Battle of Helm's Deep! Also, continuing coverage of: Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, Hero-Clix, Pokemon, Dragonball Z, Star Wars, Star Trek, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Magi-Nation, MLB Showdown, NFL Showdown, Warlord, WWF Raw Deal, Mage Knight, Buffy, and more. Scrye is the only magazine providing you with the most complete Magic price guide. Don't miss out on the latest news in "Card Collector Confidential." Check out the winning decks in the "Winners Circle." And plan your gaming schedule with the Scrye Convention and Tournament Calendar. (Krause Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $5.50 WHITE DWARF #279 Crammed with news, gaming articles, and pictures of miniatures. Includes the latest news releases of Citadel Models, in-depth features on armies, painting guides, modeling tips, rules clarifications, and battle reports. White Dwarf is the guide to the Games Workshop hobby (Games Workshop) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Magazine $4.99 GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINES AIRBRUSH ACTION MARCH/APRIL 2003 Airbrush Action brings you step-by-step articles from two of automotive airbrushing's top dogs, Vince Goodeve and Steve Vandemon. Also featuring the smokin' hot rod art of legendary flame painter Rod Powell. Also in this issue, the memory of kustom legend Ed "Big Daddy" Roth lives on with a sculpted tribute to the one and only Rat Fink. Bone up on the basics with our informative and in-depth look at how improving your drawing skills can take your airbrushing to the next level. Also featured: "2003 Compressor Buyer's Guide," "T-Shirt Tactics," "Q&A," and more! (Airbrush Action, Inc.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 ANIMATION REPORTER VOLUME 1 #5 Bill DuBay, Jr. takes an in-depth look at the upcoming Daredevil, Hulk, Sub-Mariner, Punisher, and Fantastic Four feature films. X-Men 2 Set Director Guy Dyas production designs. Preview of the new fall shows from Nickelodeon and the WB. First look at the films War of the Worlds and Chrome. (MUV Multitech Pvt. Ltd.) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 80pg, FC $4.95 BITE ME MAGAZINE #12 Enter the dark and mysterious world of vampires — but beware! There's a lot more to Bite Me! than simply sharp-toothed garlic-hating creatures who happen to sleep in coffins. Interested in all things spooky and weird, Bite Me! has even more scary treats! Inside is the usual news on film, books, the Internet, events, music, and competitions. Offering superb quality and beautifully designed, this and other issues have already become collectors' items! Magazine, PC $6.95 CASTLE OF FRANKENSTEIN PRESENTS TOME #8 Continuing "The New Adventures of Frankenstein," a Frankenstein feature-length novel with illustrations, (Denis Druktenis Publishing) Magazine $7.00 CINEFANTASTIQUE VOLUME 35 #2 The new CFQ features a cover story on the making of X-2 featuring an in-depth one-on- one with auteur Bryan Singer along who talks about his new mutants along with interviews with the cast and crew. Also, the first part of exclusive coverage of Matrix Reloaded, the eagerly anticipated sequel to The Matrix and writer/director Lawrence Kasdan unveils the secret of Stephen King's Dreamcatcher in The CFQ Interview while Michael Piller unlocks The Dead Zone. Plus, a retrospective on the landmark science fiction movie Tron and new columns on comics, video games, home theater and toys. Plus a complete listings and calendar section from Zentertainment's Sean Jordan. (CFQ Media) Magazine, PC $6.99 CINESCAPE #73 JUNE 2003 Cinescape covers the debut of Ang Lee's The Hulk, with interviews with the director and stars Eric Bana and Jennifer Connelly! Plus a retrospective of the Jad Giant's comic book history! Also: Freddy vs. Jason, Charlie's Angels 2; reviews, previews, and behind-the- scenes action on your favorite movie, TV, and media products! (Mania Entertainment) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $6.99 CULT TIMES #92 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 U.K. Highlights of the previous month's viewing are featured in Times Past. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 DOCTOR WHO IN-VISION #107 Trawling through the '90s, In-Vision covers the making of the BBC-sponsored documentary, 30 Years in the Tardis. Plus: BSB's Doctor Who Weekend, MOMI's "Behind the Sofa" exhibit, lost episode restoration, radio play scripts, and more. (Jeremy Bentham) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.00 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #329 In this issue, the final part of Gareth Roberts' "Guess Who?" as the Seventh and Eighth Doctors come in for a spot of character assessment. Andrew Pixley turns his researcher's eye onto "Whose Doctor Who" as the 1977 documentary is the subject of a special "Archive Extra." Influential musician Dudley Simpson recalls his days composing for the series, and Christopher Benjamin recalls his turn in classic tale "The Talons of Weng- Chiang." Plus a special, one-off full-color comic strip adventure "Where Nobody Knows Your Name" by Scott Gray and Roger Langridge, and all the usual news, reviews, and interviews. (Panini) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.80 DREAMWATCH #105 For the latest news and reviews from the world of sci-fi and fantasy entertainment, choose Dreamwatch magazine. Showcasing the latest films, TV shows, books and games, with incredible features from the world of sci-fi and exclusive interviews with the creators and stars. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 FEMME FATALES VOLUME 12 #2 The new Femme Fatales just got steamier with a provocative cover story on Rebecca Romajin Stamos talking about being an unnatural blue in X-2 while our team of photographers scours the earth for the hottest young up-and-coming talent in "Belles de Jour." Plus, Kelly Hu, Famke Janssen, Carrie Anne Moss, Monica Bellucci, Lizzy Strain and more. And if that's not enough, Andy Richter Controls The Universe's Paget Brewster returns with another installment of our sex advice for geeks column and an exclusive look at Charlies' Angels: Then & Now. Plus, all color, more pages and exclusive photography you'll be ripping out of the magazine and putting on your wall… if your wife let's you. (CFQ Media) Magazine, PC $6.99 FILMFAX #96 Special Tarzan features include an interview with 1930s Tarzan, Bruce Bennett (Herman Brix) who's still going strong at 96; 1960s Tarzan, Ron Ely; and a profile of Johnny Weismuller. Norman Lloyd on producing and directing Alfred Hitchcock Presents; the screen's first black singing cowboy Herb Jeffries; Ellen Burstyn on The Exorcist; and many more features, interviews, and reviews of the latest DVDs, books, and CDs from the worlds of science fiction, horror, and fantasy of the Golden Age through the '70s. (Filmfax) Magazine, 100pg $7.50 FLICK MAGAZINE WINTER VOLUME 3 #1 After a hiatus, Flick magazine is back, with improved quality and content! Featuring the long-awaited interview with Paul Jenkins who talks more than just comics. Elvira's new feature, the pin-up photography of the Tiki master Octavio, a thought provoking feature on women of color in the pin-up world, tattoos, comics, goth eye candy, and more! This is a subculture magazine for those interested in alternative, goth, industrial, retro, and all things in between. Bringing back the "cult" in subculture! (Acid Poptart Productions) MATURE READERS Magazine, 54pg, b&w $4.95 FORTEAN TIMES #170 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 $6.25 G-8 AND HIS BATTLE ACES #8 Reprinting the entire story from G-8 and his Battle Aces. Includes "The Invisible Staffel," originally published in May 1934. For two days that phantom Fokker had terrified the Front. A strange, weird ship of death, all men could see was its dim outline. The fuselage ––the wings, the pilot –– were invisible! How could men fight an invisible enemy? What good was Vicker's lead against a plane that was as transparent as air?" (Adventure House) Magazine, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $9.95 HIGH TIMES JUNE 2003 High Times is not only the premier journal of marijuana-related news, stoner culture, humor, and adventure, but a name brand instantly recognized by anyone who has ever been interested in that part of our culture. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (High Times) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 LOCUS #507 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 $5.95 NEWTYPE ENGLISH VERSION MAGAZINE #7 The English-language edition of Japan's #1 anime and manga publication. Oversized, glossay and like the original, it reads from right to left. Free bonus gear in every issue, including a 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. Each issue weighs in around 200 pages! Magazine $9.95 ORIENTAL FILM REVIEW #5 Issue #5 features the usual mix of news and reviews on the Asian film industry including Invincible Armour, Evil Dead Trap, Hypnosis and Pyrokenesis. And, there's an exclusive star interview! (Oriental Film Review) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 PHANTOM OF THE MOVIES VIDEOSCOPE #46 The Phantom of the Movies VideoScope –– the ultimate genre video guide, #46 is the Indie Auteurs a go-go edition! Exclusive interviews: Indie ace Larry Fessenden (Habit, Wendigo), British director Stuart Orme (The Puppet Masters) on The Lost World, director George Ratliff on Hell House! And, live from the Miami Film Festival! Digging up the 1910 Frankenstein, "Golden Silents," and "2003: The Best on DVD!" The Phantom's Annual "B"wards," and "Hounds of the Baskervilles!" Plus, over 100 new genre- video/DVD reviews! Action! Horror! Sci-Fi! Anime! Cult! Asian! Thriller! Exploitation! And much more! (Phanmedia) Magazine $5.95 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS The largest-selling, most respected men's magazine in the world — the one that gave you centerfolds, bunnies, and Jenny McCarthy! Millions of adults love Playboy's engaging mix of fun, fiction, superstar personalities, sports, top-name interviews, and sensually provocative photos of the most beautiful women in the world! 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 (JUNE 2003)––Magazine $4.99 PLAYBOY PRESENTS (JUN/JUL)––Magazine $6.99 PLAYBOY PRIVATE (#36)––Magazine $6.99 ROBOT WARS MAGAZINE #6 It's the most testosterone-filled magazine out there! Bringing you all the carnage direct from the arena, as well as behind-the-scenes looks at the House Robots. This month there's all the action from the final episode of the current Wars, and more gossip from Robot Wars' inside man, Craig Charles. And, clear a space for cool posters of your favorite battling brutes! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 SCARY MONSTERS MAGAZINE #46 In this issue: "A Century of Fantasy and Fright Films" Part 4 enters the 1940s; "Stalking Kin Kong," "Cosmic Drive-In 1959," tells what monster and sci-fi movies were playing then; "Double Vision: Creature with the Blue Hand meets Bests of the Yellow Night," revisiting the "Fright Factory," "Gammera," "Zakkorr!" "Monster Memories Presents: Monsterpiece Fiction," all within a wraparound painted cover by scary Terry Beatty! (Dennis Druktenis Publishing) Magazine $7.95 SCREEN POWER VOLUME 5 #2 Don't miss the world exclusive "Jackie Chan's Spartan X," the official Jackie Chan comic now premiering in every issue of Screen Power, starting now! This issue also includes an exclusive interview with Michael Golden, the artist of "Spartan X"; behind- the-scenes photos and report from the "Highbinders" Hong Kong re-shoots and press conference; an exclusive interview with Nicky Li, member of the Jackie Chan Stunt Team; Jackie's latest cameo role in "The Twins Effects"; on the set of Jackie's new movie in Thailand, Around the World in 80 Days! Plus, merchandise, reviews, readers' letters, competitions, and all the happenings in the Hong Kong movie world! (Screen Power) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.95 SFX #104 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 SHIVERS #104 Interviews with the creative people of the horror world! Regular features include writer Kim Newman's outspoken "Opinion" column, and Ingrid Pitt on horror fandom worldwide. Plus, up-to-the-minute news and reviews of all the latest horror on DVD, film, and TV. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #144 All Star Trek matter is explored, with regular news on actors, series, movies, books, video games, comics, and more, plus exclusive interviews, a catalog of merchandise. This issue features an excursion behind-the-scenes of Enterprise, into sound, graphics, props, and more. Plus, head back out to The Final Frontier on the 15th anniversary of Star Trek V with William Shatner, Harve Bennett, and others. (Decipher) Magazine, 100pg $5.95 STAR TREK MAGAZINE #49 In-depth news and information on Star Trek every month, complete with unique new pictures. Includes 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 #68 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 #298 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 #57 This action-packed issue features Keanu Reeves in The Matrix: Reloaded, the sequel to the Wachowski brothers ground-breaking blockbuster. Also, get a look at X-2, the further adventures of Marvel Comics' The X-Men starring Patrick Stewart and Halle Berry. Plus, exclusive features on everyone's favorite moody vampire Angel. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $9.99 STARLOG #311 Featuring information on upcoming movies and TV shows! In this issue: on the set of The Matrix: Reloaded and a preview; Michael Crichton's bestseller becomes a cinematic adventure in Timeline; Marvel's mutants are back in X-Men 2; Director Roland Emmerich ends the world once more in Day After Tomorrow; Director Andrew Stanton creates Pixar's new CGI masterwork with Finding Nemo; he's green, angry, and running amok in The Hulk; get a taste of Womrtongue as villainous Brad Dourif speaks from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers; America's favorite vampire killer from Buffy may have met the end of the road; and Stargate SG-1's Christopher Judge chats about acting alien. Plus, Enterprise, Angel, Smallville, and more! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 TV ZONE #162 Up-to-date news, features, and interviews for popular cult TV shows like Stargate SG-1, Angel, Enterprise, Farscape, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The League of Gentlemen, Blake's 7, Red Dwarf, and Doctor Who. Each issue features a full reviews section on the latest episodes to be broadcast, and episode guides to popular series. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 ULTIMATE DVD #42 Visual Imagination's entertainment magazine is devoted solely to DVD. 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. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $7.99 VIDEO WATCHDOG #95 If you're into horror, science fiction, fantasy films, Hong Kong action cinema, '60s sexploitation, or cult movies, Video Watchdog 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. (Video Watchdog) Magazine, 80pg $6.50 WRAPPED IN PLASTIC #64 The world's longest-running Twin Peaks-oriented magazine devotes this issue to actor/musician Chris Isaak with a look at his role in Fire Walk with Me as FBI Agent Chet Desmond, and a guide to The Chris Isaak Show on Showtime! Also, news and reviews of all the latest Lynchian happenings! (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, b&w $4.95 X-MEN 2 SOUVENIR MAGAZINE The war between mutants and mankind heats up, as the sequel to the massive X-Men hits! And the Official X-Men 2 Souvenir Movie Magazine is the place to read about 2003's hottest super-hero flick. Featuring interviews with cast and crew –– including director Bryan Singer and stars Patrick Stewart and Hugh Jackman –– and a slew of exclusive behind-the-scenes features, from production design to special effects! Plus, choose between the regular version and two special editions created exclusively for Previews. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) REG. CVR.––Magazine, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ED.#1––Magazine, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ED. #2––Magazine, FC $7.99 XPOSÉ #79 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 Dead Zone. Plus, all the latest movies and TV episodes reviewed. (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99 BOOKS SECTION ANIME ANIME FROM AKIRA TO PRINCESS MONONOKE TP by Susan J. Napier In this knowing and insightful introduction to anime as a cultural phenomenon, Susan J. Napier goes inside the world of anime to explore how it reflects and colors both Japanese society and our growing global culture. (256/0-312-23863-0) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. SC, 5x8, 312pg, PC $16.95 FUSHIGI YUGI ULTIMATE FAN GUIDE VOLUME 3 TP This authorized Ultimate Fan Guide features detailed episode summaries, character profiles, setting exploration, and theme analysis, including comprehensive character sheets for the popular Big Eyes, Small Mouth anime RPG, and stands as the definitive English-language resource book for Fushigi Yugi. (4333/1-894525-50-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg, FC $24.95 ART BOOKS ANDY WARHOL TIME CAPSULES 1968-73 TP text by David Chickey & Mario Kramer, Ph.D. Andy Warhol began boxing up personal items, art, letters, photographs, postcards, newspaper clippings, and diaristic notes into what he called "Time Capsules." This book displays all 32 capsules, introduced in a montage format, offering a fascinating study of an essential yet little-discussed aspect of Andy Warhol's immense creative output. (570/1-892041-72-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x12, 256pg, FC $45.00 THE ART OF DAVID NESTLER: WICKED INTENTIONS TP by David Nestler Dave Nestler's work is easily some of the most recognizable in the pin-up market today: a combination of glamour and fetish art where the implication of what you see is sexier than the exploitation of what you don't. Here for the first time is a collection of Nestler's most memorable images, including the entire "Glamourotica" Blonde & Gagged series for your own personal admiration. (232/0-86562-065-2) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 48pg, FC $14.95 BACK THE ATTACK POSTER BOOK by Micah Ian Wright This volatile collection of 40 one-sided political posters reworks classic American World War I and II propaganda into timely commentaries on war, peace, and patriotism in the post-9/11 era. (570/1-58322-584-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 96pg, FC $15.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DEVIL'S FORGE: THE ROEL SKETCHBOOK VOLUME 1 (STAR11920) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 DRAGONS, MYTHS, & MAYHEM TP (STAR14730) MATURE READERS SC $9.95 ************************* ENCHANTED WORLD: THE ART OF ANNE SUDWORTH TP text by John Grant Recognized for stirring the "new gothic" revival, this comprehensive collection of Anne Sudworth's fantastical works includes a selection of studies and roughs, an appendix featuring an illustrated treatment of her techniques, and incisive commentary by both award-winning writer John Grant and the artist herself. (567/1-85585-768-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 112pg, FC $21.95 STARS OF THE MONTH FATAL BEAUTY: THE BOADA SKETCHBOOK (STAR10524) MATURE READERS SC, 64pg, b&w $9.95 FLIRT! THE ART OF NAUGHTY VOLUME 1 TP SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the UK. (STAR15689) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 104pg, FC $19.95 ************************* GALACTIC GEOGRAPHIC ANNUAL 3003 EARTH EDITION TP by Karl Kofoed This handsome collector's volume brings together for the first time the best of Karl Kofoed's hugely popular and long-running feature in Heavy Metal magazine, Galactic Geographic. (567/1-84340-070-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 128pg, FC $21.95 GREAT FANTASY ART THEMES FROM THE FRANK COLLECTION HC by Jane & Howard Frank Owned and curated by husband-and-wife team Jane and Howard Frank, the Frank Collection is renowned as the largest and best collection of fantasy and science-fiction art in existence. Among the giants of the fantasy-art field whose work is represented here include Rick Berry, Jim Burns, Bob Eggleton, Frank Kelly Freas, Stephen Hickman, Tim Hildebrandt, Jael, Don Maitz, Rowena, Barclay Shaw, Boris Vallejo, Michael Whelan, and many others. (567/1-84340-073-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 128pg, FC $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH INFERNO — ART OF TOMAS GIORELLO VOLUME 1 Introduced to this country with his stunning work for SQP's Gallery Girls series as well as cover paintings for Heavy Metal, Argentina's young firebrand illustrator Tomas Giorello is really starting to heat up the fantasy art world! (STAR12719) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 72pg $9.95 ************************* THE JAPANESE EXPERIENCE: INEVITABLE HC by Margrit Brehm The Japanese Experience: Inevitable weaves a rich tapestry of complex visual imagery, drawing from the language of popular and traditional Japanese culture to comment on their relationship to contemporary life. Featured artists include Takashi Murakami (Mr. DOB, Hiropon), Aya Takano (Hot Banana Fudge), Yoshitomo Nara, Masahiko Kuwahara, Hiroshi Sugito, Jun Hasegawa, among various other contemporary Japanese impressionists and visionaries. (5291/0-9757-1254-2) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 208pg, FC $29.95 NODA: PORTRAITS OF PLEASURE TP by Shinichi Noda The shimmering line between pleasure and pain has never been so lovingly caressed as by the hand of Shinichi Noda. His paintings of beautiful women in bondage, leather, and restraints are as alluring as they are forbidden! A new king of kink has arrived—let us all bow down and polish our handcuffs! (232/0-86562-063-6) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 104pg, FC $24.95 SHAG'S AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DRINKS HC by Shag & Adam Rocke This irresistible blend of mixology and Shag-adelic art, in a handy gift book format, features 30 spreads of art from famed retro artist Shag, accompanied by 80 of Adam Rocke's most intoxicating cocktail creations. (570/1-57284-050-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x7, 88pg, FC $12.95 COMIC THEMES ANARCHY FOR THE MASSES TP – CURRENT PRINTING An Underground Guide to The Invisibles by Patrick Neighly & Kereth Cowe-Spigai Anarchy for the Masses features immensely detailed annotations and analysis of every issue of The Invisibles and ancillary releases, featuring linear biographies of the characters, and interviews and running commentary by creator Grant Morrison and many of the comic series' artists and editors, including Philip Bond, Phil Jimenez, Stuart Moore, Sean Phillips, Jill Thompson, Chris Weston, Steve Yoewell, and more. (9321/0- 9713942-2-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x10, 288pg $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH INSANELY TWISTED RABBITS HC by Michel Gagné Back in Print! In his fifth book, internationally acclaimed animation artist Michel Gagné (The Iron Giant) launches his imagination at warp speed. This exquisitely rendered collection hovers between the delightful and disturbing, the benign, and bizarre. Tender, amusing, Gagné soars to his signature best. Features 43 illustrations, with 24 in color. (4955/0-9666404-4-6) (STAR13219) HC, 8x10, 32pg $14.95 ********************************** THE LION GRAPHIC BIBLE GN by Jeff Anderson & Mike Maddox The Bible is a unique narrative of origins and cosmic powers, of the ageless battle between good and evil, of human potential and human treachery. Now, this award- winning book presents the entire span of the Bible in dramatic visual style to enthrall a new generation of readers. (6337/0-7459-4598-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 256pg, FC $16.95 R. CRUMB: GOTTA HAVE 'EM HC Portraits of Women by R. Crumb by Robert Crumb For the first time ever, the Robert Crumb's drawings of women are collected in one brilliantly offensive yet hilariously poignant volume, in chronological order, spanning the 38 years since his pen-and-ink beginnings. (5291/0-9672366-8-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x10, 224pg, b&w $55.00 TINTIN POCKET ESSENTIAL PB by Jean-Marc & Randy Lofficier Packed with facts as well as expert opinions, the TinTin Pocket Essential details all the key information you need to know about Herge's renowned Belgian strip through film, television, and cult fiction, plus extensive overview on its history, its impact on popular culture, controversial themes, satire, and more. (6337/1-904048-17-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 4x7, 96pg $6.95 FANTASY / SCI-FI BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: RESURRECTION MMPB by Richard Hatch & Stan Timmons Pursued by the inhuman warriors of the Cylon Empire, a ragtag fleet of spaceships containing the last remnants of humanity are led across the cosmos by Commander Apollo and the crew of the Battlestar Galactica in search of an earlier home of humanity. A place of legend. A place called Earth. (248/0-7434-5862-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.99 FAFHRD AND THE GRAY MOUSER BOOK 2: SWORDS AGAINST DEATH MMPB by Fritz Leiber Featuring cover art and design by internationally acclaimed artist Jim Steranko! Their hearts altered by the loss of their first true love, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser embark on a long and winding path of drunken debauchery and womanizing until they cross paths with two devious wizards, Sheelba of the Eyeless Face and Nigauble of the Seven Eyes, the backstabbing Thieves of Lankhmar, and The Slayer's Brotherhood! (248/0-7434-5828-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 240pg $6.99 FANTASY: THE BEST OF 2002 MMPB edited by Robert Silverberg & Karen Haber This collection of the best fantasy prose written in 2002 features some of the genre's most recognized and beloved writers including Ursula K. Le Guin, Robert Sheckley, and Brian Stableford. (248/0-7434-5867-2) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 400pg $7.99 H.G. WELLS: THE TIME MACHINE MMPB by H.G. Wells First puplished in 1895, H.G. Wells's famous novel of one man's astonishing journey beyond the conventional limits of the imagination earned him immediate recognition and has been regarded ever since as one of the greatest masterpieces in the literature of science fiction. (235/0-553-21351-2) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 128pg $4.95 H.G. WELLS: WAR OF THE WORLDS MMPB by H.G. Wells Visionary, shocking, and chilling, H.G. Well's science fiction classic, the first novel to explore the possibilities of intelligent life from other planets, is still startling and vivid nearly a century after its initial publication in 1898, and a half-century after Orson Well's infamous 1938 radio adaptation. (235/0-553-21338-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 176pg $4.95 PLANET OF THE APES: COLONY MMPB by William T. Quick A race of intelligent primates has made a distant world their home. Unfortunately, their numbers have overgrown their once fertile land, and with the threat of Man lurking in the shadows, the colony must encroach into unknown, potentially hostile ground. But, they shall learn that there are some things more terrifying than man! (120/0-06-008621-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.99 STAR OF THE MONTH 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! (8733/1-929527-06-3) (STAR17325) HC, 288pg, FC $24.95 ***************************** TERMINATOR 2: THE NEW JOHN CONNOR CHRONICLES MMPB by Russell Blackford Judgment Day is coming! The future war between the human resistance and the forces of Skynet takes an unusual twist as terminators from an alternate timeline invade the world of John Connor and his mother, Sarah, seeking to bring about the inevitable war that the Connors had merely delayed with their actions. But another cyborg has traveled across the dimensions to protect John, and nothing is going to prevent her from carrying out her mission! (248/0-7434-5863-X) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 TERRY PRATCHETT: LORDS AND LADIES MMPB by Terry Pratchett Introducing the 14th book in the Discworld series, now newly repackaged! It's a dreamy midsummer's night in the Kingdom of Lancre. But magic and romance aren't the only things filling the air. Magic and mischief are afoot, threatening to spoil the royal wedding of King Verence and his favorite witch, Magrat Garlick. Invaded by some Fairie Trash, soon it won't be only champagne that's flowing through the streets! (120/0-06-105692-8) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 400pg $6.99 TERRY PRATCHETT: SMALL GODS MMPB by Terry Pratchett In the 13th book in the Discworld series, internationally acclaimed author Terry Pratchett takes the name of religion humorously in vain in this classic tale of gods, miracles, and monsters. (120/0-06-109217-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 384pg $6.99 THE TWILIGHT ZONE BOOK 1: SHADES OF NIGHT, FALLING MMPB by John J. Miller Author John J. Miller continues the Rod Serling legacy with the first in a trilogy of all- new, original novels based on the classic series, The Twilight Zone! Geiststadt, New York has always been considered a strange place, beginning with the Dutch settlers in the 1650s. Centuries later, Thomas Noir—the thirteenth son of a thirteenth son—seeks power in all forms, whether it be physical, financial, or magical! (248/0-7434-5858-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 304pg $6.99 THE ULTIMATE DRAGON MMPB by Various From S.P. Somtow's dramatic tale of an ancient dragon owned by a family in modern Thailand to Ursula K. Le Guin's classic story of the power of a dragon's naming, from Tanith Lee's portrait of a dying dragon on to Harlan Ellison and Robert Silverberg's look at a dragon whose love for a human woman could spell doom for the whole Earth—here is a selection of spectacular dragon stories that transcend time and place. (248/0-7434- 5868-0) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $7.99 WARHAMMER 40,000: DAEMONWORLD MMPB by Ben Counter On a hellish world inhabited by the nightmare daemons of warp space, a new dark power has emerged as conflict erupts between the followers of the Slaanesh, Lord of Pleasure, and a brutal barbarian tribe. As savage war spreads across the whole planet, is soon becomes clear that a higher purpose is being fulfilled and even the evil forces of Chaos itself can be manipulated. (4245/0-7434-4353-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.95 WARHAMMER 40,000: WARRIORS OF ULTRAMAR MMPB by Graham McNeill When asked to honor an ancient debt, Captain Uriel Ventris and the Ultramarines find themselves standing shoulder to shoulder with brother Space marines and local Imperial Guard units, defending a vital industrial system from the terrifying threat of the Tyranids! (4245/0-7434-4352-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.95 WARHAMMER: RIDERS OF THE DEAD HC by Dan Abnett Two brothers-in-arms find their destinies thrown into turmoil as their fight against the hordes of Chaos tear them apart, and they soon become bitter enemies. No quarter is asked and none is given as they race towards a final cataclysmic showdown. (4245/0- 7434-4327-6) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x8, 288pg $19.99 WARHAMMER: GIANTSLAYER MMPB by William King The darkness is gathering over the storm-wracked isle of Albion. Evil stalks the lands once more and the omens foretell the coming of a great evil. Gotrek and Felix, with the aid of the mighty High Elf mage, Teclis, must decipher and utilize the mysteries of the Old Ones. Only then can they hope to save the innocent and vanquish the dark master. (4245/0-7434-4346-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WARHAMMER: TROLLSLAYER MMPB by William King Gotrek, the taciturn Dwarf warrior, is seeking his own death. His companion, Felix Jaeger, the disgraced son of a wealthy noble, has sworn an oath to record the epic story of Gotrek's heroic demise. (4245/0-671-78373-4) MMPB, 320pg $6.95 O/A WARHAMMER SKAVENSLAYER MMPB by William King Gotrek is a Dwarf Trollslayer, sworn to seek out an epic death in battle to make amends for an unspoken disgrace. His human companion, Felix Jaeger, is the disinherited son of a wealthy noble, who has drunkenly given an oath to follow the Slayer and record his doom in an epic poem. (4245/0-671-78385-8) MMPB, 288pg $6.95 **************************** THE WORLD OF THE RINGS TP REVISED by Jared Lobdell In this detailed look at The Lord of the Rings, Jared Lobdell examines Tolkien's methods and his worldview by following the thread of three influences: the science of philosophy, Roman Catholic theology, and the Edwardian adventure story. (570/0-8126-9533-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 166pg $22.95 GAMES GAME INVENTOR'S GUIDEBOOK TP by Brian Tinsman This practical how-to guide explains the step-by-step process inventors follow to publish roleplaying, CCG, miniature, and board games, presenting helpful hints to aid in game invention and design, plus business advice on selling, manufacturing, distributing, retailing, marketing, and self-publishing games. (143/0-87349-552-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 160pg, b&w $14.99 MAGE KNIGHT NOVEL #1: REBEL THUNDER MMPB by Bill McKay Fueled by magical Magestones, the Atlantean Empire enslave humans and dwarves to mine these powerful objects. Blaize, a spy for the Atlanteans, is sent on a covert assignment to gather information among the Black Powder Rebels, who are preparing to unveil a destructive new weapon that would free the slaves. As the line between good and evil is often blurred, Blaize is forced to decide where his allegiances lie. Each novel includes an original game scenario, to be played using Mage Knight rules, that recreates story elements. (235/0-345-45968-7) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 240pg 6.99 MAGE KNIGHT NOVEL #2: DARK DEBTS MMPB by Doranna Durgin Amid the chaotic backdrop of war between the dark masters of the Necropolis Sect and the imperial Atlantis Guild, a hapless assassin named Keraii finds herself imprisoned. Pressed into service in the Atlantean Magestone mines, she plots her escape from her new masters in order to exact her revenge on an old one: the Death Speaker Sarnen. Each novel includes an original game scenario, to be played using Mage Knight rules, that recreates story elements. (235/0-345-45969-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 240pg 6.99 SCRYE CCG CHECKLIST & PRICE GUIDE 2ND EDITION TP by John Jackson Miller & Joyce Greenholdt Now in its second edition, this guide is a one-of-a-kind source for checklists of every collectible card game, with accurate prices for more than 85,000 cards. (143/0-87349- 623-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 596pg, PC $22.99 HOW-TO HOW TO DRAW X-MEN TP by Steve Behling This full-color addition of the How to Draw series teaches children, step-by-step, how to draw the greatest X-Men, including Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, Professor Xavier, Beast, Gambit, Rogue, and their adversaries Magneto, Sabretooth, and Mr. Sinister. (18/0-8167- 7577-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 32pg, FC $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MECHA MANIA TP by Christopher Hart The third title in Christopher Hart's Mania series, Mecha Mania features step-by-step illustrations and instructions making it easy for anyone to master this wildly popular comic book genre, and render all of the coolest mecha designs and variations. (356/0- 8230-3056-3) (STAR17311) SC, 8x11, 128pg, PC $19.95 ********************** SOMETIMES THE MAGIC WORKS HC Lessons from a Writing Life by Terry Brooks Alternating chapters on his experiences in the publishing world with various aspects of the writing craft—plotting, characterization, how to outline, and much more—The Sword of Shannara bestselling author Terry Brooks offers an entertaining and inspiring guide to the requirements and rewards of a writer's life. (235/0-345-45828-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x8, 192pg $22.95 HUMOR STAR OF THE MONTH 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, reinforcing everything that makes the strip great, lampooning the people and processes of business. (18/0-7407-2663-3) (STAR17230) SC, 8x11, 224pg, FC $14.95 **************************** HOW TO BE A VILLAIN HC by Neil Zawacki, with illustrations by James Dignan Whether you choose to pursue a career as a Criminal Mastermind, Mad Scientist, Corporate Bastard, or just a Wanna-be Evil Genius, you'll find plenty of step-by-step tips for joining the forces of darkness and jumpstarting any evil enterprise. (334/0-8118- 4666-0) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x8, 166pg $12.95 IN ME OWN WORDS: THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF BIGFOOT HC written & illustrated by Graham Roumieu Roumieu hilariously recasts bigfoot as the modern everyman, revealing the hairy hominid's brave struggles with eating disorders, casual cannibalism, and philosophical quandaries. (570/0-916397-84-X) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 5x8, 44pg, FC $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH 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. What Now chronicles the most recent humorous happenings of Earl the dog and his feline friend Mooch. (18/0-7407-2321-9) (STAR17245) SC, 128pg $10.95 ************************* THE POWERPUFF GIRLS: MOJO AND MINI-MOJO PB by E.S. Mooney The Powerpuff Girls' archenemy Mojo Jojo has come up with his most sinister scheme yet. He's created a miniature clone of himself! Mini-Mo is only half Mojo's size, but unfortunately for the Girls, he's every bit as evil as his creator. Can Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup defeat Mojo plus one mo'? (7057/0-439-44225-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 64pg, FC $3.99 ZITS SUPER-SIZED TREASURY TP by Scott, Jerry & Jim Borgman Twice awarded the Reuben for Best Newspaper Comic Strip by the National Cartoonists Society in 1998 and 1999, Zits appealingly portrays the angst of being a 15-year-old male bursting with the questions, concerns, and insecurities of teenager-hood. (18/0-7407- 3307-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x8, 256pg, PC $14.95 MOVIES / TV BOND ON SET TP by Greg Williams This striking photographic companion to the making of Die Another Day, starring Pierce Brosnan and Oscar-winner Halle Berry, captures all the style, excitement, and complexities of bringing James Bond to the screen. (6337/0-7522-6499-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 160pg, PC $24.95 CHRONICLES OF TERROR: SILENT SCREAMS HC by Steve Haberman Award winning screenwriter and director Steve Haberman (Dracula Dead and Loving It, Life Stinks) introduces Silent Screams, covering the important horror films of the silent era of filmmaking including Nosferatu, Phantom of the Opera, and Vampyr, among others, plus the influence of Lon Chaney, Sr. on the decade of the 1920s. (575) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 320pg $35.00 DREAMCATCHER SHOOTING SCRIPT TP by William Goldman & Lawrence Kasdan This Newmarket Shooting Script book includes the complete screenplay, introduction and notes by the screenwriters, a section of b&w film stills, sections on production and creature design, storyboards, and complete cast and crew credits for the up-coming feature film Dreamcatcher. (770/1-55704-566-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x9, 160pg $18.95 FORGOTTEN HORRORS 3: DR. TURNER'S HOUSE OF HORRORS TP by Michael H. Price, John Wooley & George E. Turner The third volume in the highly acclaimed Forgotten Horrors series covers classic horror films from 1942-1946 and the heyday of Monogram and PCR shockers. (575) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 286pg $20.00 IT CAME FROM BOB'S BASEMENT TP by Bob Burns with John Michlig New Low Price! Originally priced at $24.95! Coined the "patron saint of special effects for B-movies," Bob Burn's basement houses the largest private collection of props, models, sketches, storyboards, and other bits of nostalgic debris from a century's worth of films. This insider's perspective details stories from the sets of cult favorite films, accompanied by more than 200 never-before-published photographs of rare movie artifacts. (7196) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x10, 144pg, PC $12.99 MARTIN SCORSESE: A JOURNEY TP by Mary Pat Kelly Featuring forewords by Steven Spielberg and Martin Powell, Scorsese's life and work are presented through interviews with the director as well as more than twenty major celebrity figures, providing a rare look at the process and inspiration behind the films of America's premier director. This up-dated edition also explores such directorial works as Kundun, Bringing Out the Dead, and Gangs of New York. (570/1-56025-470-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 320pg $15.95 THE PRISONER HANDBOOK TP by Paul Davies Recently marking its 35th anniversary, The Prisoner has puzzled and intrigued television viewers since it originally aired in the late 1960s. This unauthorized companion features interviews with stars Patrick McGoohan, Kenneth Griffith, Alexis Kanner, and Anton Rogers, revealing unprecedented information about the characters, the cast, and the production. Complete with a foreword by filmmaker Alex Cox and a full, episode-by- episode guide, this is the ultimate guide to television's most enigmatic series. (6337/0- 7522-1968-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 272pg, PC $19.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SHOCK MASTERS OF THE CINEMA TP by Loris Curci Enter the world of "Shock" Cinema as author Loris Curci interviews dozens of the world's greatest horror and fantasy filmmakers and celebrities as they speak out on the genre that made them famous. Among the filmmakers showcased are directors Wes Craven (Nightmare on Elm Street), John Carpenter (Halloween, The Fog), George Romero (Night of the Living Dead), Freddie Frances (Dune), and the late Lucio Fulci (Zombie), as well as actors Robert Englund (Nightmare on Elm Street), Angus Scrimm (Phantasym), Jeffery Combs (Reanimator), Kenneth Branagh (Mary Shelley's Frankenstein), and other horror luminaries. (8170/1-888214-00-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 152pg $19.95 ****************************** MUSIC BEATLES FOR SALE TP by David Rowley Marketed as cynically as any boy band of today, the Beatles may be the most extraordinary music phenomenon of the last century—but not everything is known about their songs. Here, for the first time, their songwriting and recording secrets are disclosed, including a chronological survey of every song released. (6337/0-84018-567-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 222pg $16.95 THE BEATLES' SHADOW TP Stuart Sutcliffe and His Lonely Hearts Club by Pauline Sutcliffe with Douglas Thomas Stuart Sutcliffe's strange, sudden death in Hamburg at the age of 21 is now a part of Beatles folklore, but his importance to the Beatles has never been fully examined. Now, after 40 years, his sister Pauline, a prominent psychologist, talks openly about her brother's life and death. Drawing on Pauline's memories, as well as the many letters in her possession, this fascinating memoir gives us a candid and insightful portrait of the Beatles' formative period, and stands as a loving tribute to Stuart Sutcliffe, whose contribution to the Beatles' legend lives on. (6337/0-330-48996-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x8, 248pg, PC $13.95 THE UNKNOWN PAUL MCCARTNEY TP by Ian Peel Immortalized in music's pantheon, ex-Beatle Paul McCartney nevertheless remains one of the least fully appreciated of modern icons. Now, music journalist Ian Peel looks at McCartney's surprisingly rich contribution to avant-garde music. (6337/1-903111-36-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 208pg, PC $19.95 POP CULTURE BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BUFFY & PHILOSOPHY TP edited by James B. South How can Buffy's religious symbolism be squared with creator Joss Whedon's professed atheism? Is Buffy truly a Kierkegaardian knight of faith? What does the show's treatment of vampires, demons, and other entities say about ethical attitudes toward nonhumans? These are some of the questions asked and answered in this lively collection of compelling essays that link classic philosophy to the long-running series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. (570/0-8126-9531-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x9, 288pg $17.95 GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS 2003 MMPB edited by Claire Folkard From the world's fastest speed skater to the world's fastest snail, the most coffee consumed to the longest strand of pasta—418 feet—Guinness World Records is the most complete, authoritative, and exciting guide to every record, statistic, and feat of human endeavor and natural wonder imaginable. (235/0-553-58636-X) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 560pg $7.50 SO CRAZY JAPANESE TOYS TP by Jimbo Matison When huge alien spiders or ocean-dwelling mutant dinosaurs hell-bent on destruction decide to pay a visit to humankind, they always seem to stop in Japan first. So Crazy Japanese Toys! Showcases a cast of totally cool, totally sugoi creatures culled from the most popular Japanese children's TV shows. Collectors have long-coveted the toys created from widely-watched live-action Japanese TV shows including Ultraman, Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, Space Giants, and Johnny Socko and His Flying Robot, and this massive tome stands as one big eye-candy show of the coolest, most innovative, and most adorable Japanese toys out there, complete with detailed origins, captions, and collector information. (334/0-8118-3529-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 132pg $18.95 PULP FICTION MY SHERLOCK HOLMES HC Untold Stories of the Great Detective edited by Michael Kurland As told through the perspective from the likes of Inspector Lestrade, Irene Adler, Dr. Moriarty, Dr. Fu Manchu, and Mycroft Holmes, authors Barbara Hambly, Cara Black, Peter Tremayne, Richard Lupoff, and Michael Kurland, among others, explore the myth and legend that is Sherlock Holmes in this collection of 13 original tales. (256/0-312- 28093-9) (CAUT: 4) HC, 5x8, 368pg $24.95 TENDER MURDERERS: WOMEN WHO KILL TP by Trina Robbins, with a foreword by Max Allen Collins From murderous moms and molls to plucky pirates and Appalachian ax-handlers, Firecracker and Lulu of the Year Award-winning cartoonist and acclaimed author Trina Robbins explores the true crime stories of 20 female killers. (570/1-57324-821-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x7, 224pg, b&w $15.95 STAR TREK STAR TREK DEEP SPACE 9: THE LEFT HAND OF DESTINY BOOK 2 MMPB by J.G. Hertzler & Jeffery Lang With the secret of his usurper exposed, Martok, the ousted Klingon chancellor, embarks on a desperate plan to retake the empire. But while Worf, Ezri Dax, and the crew of the IKS Rotarran go in search of the Klingon's most revered icon of power, Martok is dealt the most crushing blow of all, driving him to make his final stand on the ice-strewn cliffs of the Empire's most sacred world! (248/0-671-78494-3) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 STAR TREK S.C.E. BOOK 4: NO SURRENDER MMPB by Various When your ship falls under the thrall of the ancient Landru super-computer, or when you discover an alien device planted on your world before life evolved, call in Captain David Gold and the miracle workers from the Starfleet Corps of Engineers team on the U.S.S. da Vinci. Now the captain and Dr. Elizabeth Lense must face their greatest trials yet in this collection of stories from the bestselling eBook series culled from the creative minds of Mike Collins, Ian Edginton, Robert Greenberger, Glen Hauman, and Jeff Mariotte. (248/0-7434-6443-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 336pg $6.99 STAR WARS STAR WARS THE NEW JEDI ORDER: FORCE HERETIC II - REFUGEE MMPB by Sean Williams & Shane Dix Rife with hostile cultures and outright enemies, the Unknown Regions hold many perils for Luke Skywalker and the Jedi searching for Zonama Sekot, the living planet that may hold the key to dealing with the Yuuzhan Vong once and for all. Meanwhile, as Han and Leia journey on their quest to knit the unraveling galaxy back together, betrayal and deception await them. (235/0-345-42871-4) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 336pg $6.99 SUPER-HEROES HULK THE MOVIE NOVELIZATION MMPB by Peter David Based on the motion picture screenplay by Michael France, David Hayter, and James Schamus, and the upcoming feature film directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ang Lee! In a Berkeley lab, Bruce Banner, a bright scientist with repressed emotions and haunted by a murky past, and his colleague, Betty Ross, experiment with the body's ability to repair itself and fight disease. But their research draws unwanted attention when the power of regeneration catches the eye of the military. When Bruce is exposed to radiation in an accident that should have killed him, a ferocious truth about his past begins to emerge— along with something else, something deep inside his own body that is triggered when he is provoked…when he is pushed beyond reason…when anger takes over and he transforms into…Hulk! (235/0-345-45967-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 352pg $6.99 STAR OF THE MONTH THE SCIENCE OF SUPERMAN HC by Richard Raucci & Roger Stern His strength is legendary! He's faster than a speeding bullet! He can fly at great speeds! His abilities far exceed those of mortal men! This official guide to the science of Superman examines the last son of Krypton's "super" abilities through the lens of real, bona fide science. (248/0-7434-5273-9) (STAR17204) HC, 6x9, 304pg $22.95 ****************************** INTERNATIONAL SECTION CANADIAN IMPORTS SPOUTNIK VOLUME 4 This fourth volume features Craig Thompson, Matt Broesma, Nicolas Mahler, Chihoi Lee, Seeman Ho, Michel Rabagliati, and more. Featuring three different papers (including some color), this book has both French and English text. (4953/2-922585-11-5) (CAUT: 4) SC,.6x6, 96pg, b&w $10.95 GERMAN IMPORTS DIE VIELEN GESICHTER DES ROBERT CRUMB HC (The Many Faces of Robert Crumb) This catalog overviews the Austrian exhibition for Robert Crumb's art in February 2003. The book contains 70 pages of drawings and short stories from Crumb. Covers his work from the 60s to new drawings never released. English and German text. (133/3-85326- 207-4) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x10, 128pg, PC $30.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– BOOKS AI YORI AOSHI ANIME BOOK SC by Kou Fumizuki The original storyline of the anime series, Ai Yori Aoshi (Bluer Than Indigo)is set in Japan and tells the story of Kaoru, a second year university student who helps a woman at a train station. From this chance occurrence, they find that their lives are more intertwined than originally perceived. Japanese text. (8193/4-592-73204-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 114pg, FC $39.99 ALL ABOUT CHOBITS SC Fans will love the amount of information and images provided here. Includes storyboards, staff photographs, interviews, screens from the anime, sketches, illustrations, and even a cut-out stand-up figure! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334668-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, PC $29.99 AZUMANGA DAIOH ANIMATION BOOK #2 Based on Azuma Kiyohiko's humorous manga, Azumanga Diaoh is a wacky series about the lives of a group of high school girls and their equally eccentric teachers. Meet the adorable 10-year-old whiz kid Chiyo, the noisy and talkative Tomo, and others. Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-2290-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 96pg, PC $29.99 CYBORG 009 ANIMATION BOOK SC by Ishinomori Shoutarou Anyone familiar with manga and anime of the 60s and 70s recognizes Cyborg 009. Originally a 1963 manga, it went on to air as a Toei animation. The manga is still published in various magazines. Experience Ishinomori's distinct art style and legacy! Japanese text. (8193/4-04-853574-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $34.99 FULL METAL PANIC: ANIME MISSION SC The Mithril Soldiers are a special forces team dedicated to stopping terrorism and uncovering the secrets of an experimental project that somehow involves Kaname Chidori! Here are full-color character profiles and black-and-white mecha designs based on the anime series! Japanese text. (8193/4-04-893574-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $29.99 GODZILLA VS. MECHAGODZILLA FANTASTIC COLLECTION SC This incredible photo collection overviews the big Godzilla film just released in Japan's theaters! Japanese text. (8193/4-257-03668-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 82pg, PC $36.99 KAMEN RIDER AGIOTO ART WORKS SC by Yutaka Izubuchi & Takuhito Kusanagi A fascinating art collection of the various characters and monster designs used for the 2001 Kamen Rider series! Japanese text. (8193/4-8402-2232-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 111pg, PC $59.99 KANON VISUAL GRAFFITI SC No doubt, fans of romantic anime love Kanon! This self-contained universe of love is explored in a full-color art book that contains full-page illustrations, screencaps, character profiles, and more! Includes a color fold-out poster. Japanese text. (8193/4-05-603005-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 72pg, FC $39.99 ONIMUHSA 2 MAKING OF CG SC WITH CD-ROM This book shows you behind-the-scenes dynamics on the making of Onimusha 2. Features an interview with the game's producer, character designer, director, and more. As a bonus, preview half of the game's intro film on the CD-ROM! Japanese text. (7819/14214-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 144pg, FC $36.99 SAIYUKI SALTY DOG 1 ILLUSTRATIONS HC by Kazuya Minekura This new art collection picks up right where "Backgammon 3" left off, gathering Saiyuuki work from G Fantasy days and on through the TV series and movie! Japanese text. (8193/4-7580-3000-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 96pg, FC $49.99 SUBARU: MASAHITO SODA HC He made his manga debut in 1990 with Get Rock, and he's gone on to win the 42nd Shogakukan Award for Best Manga. He's Masahito Soda, and this book is about his current work featuring a young ballet dancer. Japanese text. (8193/4-7580-3000-6) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x12, 80pg, FC $49.99 TEACHER PLEASE VISUAL COLLECTION SC This beautiful art collection contains 64 tear-out sheets of high quality artwork from the "Onegai Teacher" series. Plus, there's a 27" tall cardboard stand-up display included with this special edition! Japanese text. (7819/4-05401730-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 64pg, FC $46.99 TROPICO: MASAHISA SUZUKI ILLUSTRATION COLLECTION 2 The long-awaited follow-up illustration collection from the famous artist Masahisa Suzuki. Fans of Paradise Play are in for another treat! Japanese text. (8193/4-257-03665- 6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 136pg, PC $55.00 YU SHIINA ILLUSTRATION VOLUME 2 SC Rapidly gaining popularity among manga fans and his peers, illustrator Yu Shiina's illustrious, breathtaking visuals literally shine in a veritable spectrum of brilliance in this new collection of images taken from some of his most cherished works! Japanese text. (7819/4-8402-2177-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96pg, FC $44.99 ********************** FIVE STAR STORIES FIVE STAR STORIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANGA #11 by Mamoru Nagano After a flashback to the time when Ladios Sopp and Chrome Ballanche first met and their encounter with swordsman sage Dimos Hiahraki, the stories turned to the Kingdom of Taika, doomed to war and tragedy for thousands of years in another universe. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! English text. (5454/4-88775-511-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96g, b&w $9.98 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FIVE STAR STORIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANGA #4 by Mamoru Nagano 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! English text. (5454/4-88775-504-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 80pg, b&w $9.98 ****************** GALAXY ANGEL GALAXY ANGEL RECIPE BOOK This Galaxy Angel film illustration book is composed of material that stems from the first and second story arcs in the Galaxy mythos. Features a gallery and character profiles. Plus an interview with the director of the future series! Includes a pin-up poster! Japanese text. (7819/4-19-720216-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x8, 133pg, FC $33.99 GALAXY ANGEL CAST CARD STORAGE CASE This trading card case features the full cast from the Galaxy Angel series. The front image is Mifeulle surrounded by SD images of Mint, Ranpha, Vanilla and Forte, and daisies. The card case is translucent pink with a divider inside with an image of SD Mifeulle. (5455) (CAUT: 4) Case $4.99 GALAXY ANGEL T-SHIRTS Here's the Second Lieutenant of the Angel Troop, 17-year-old Milfeulle! And check out 16-year-old Mint, operating the Angel Frame. She's the one addicted to junk food! The black Milfeulle T-shirt features line-art of Milfeulle on a raspberry background. On the back of the shirt, two raspberry stylized wings are placed in the middle of the back! This black Mint T-shirt features line-art of Mint on a sky blue background. On the back of the shirt, two blue stylized wings are placed on the perfect spot! (CAUT: 4) MILFEULLE (GA-MILL-03) —LG $17.99 MINT (GA-MINT-03) —LG $17.99 GUNDAM GUNDAM GOODS ALL CATALOG This latest Gundam toy buyer's guide separates, analyzes, and verifies the new additions to the Gundam toy universe. Also included is information regarding the latest Gundam- themed apparel. Essential info for the true Gundam enthusiast! 40 pages in color! Japanese text. (7819/03394-12) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11,130pg, PC $11.99 GUNDAM "A"ANTHOLOGY MANGA MAY 2003 This phonebook-style manga includes special binding inserts such as trading cards, postcards, and posters! Also, there's a special color section. Plus, this anthology features information on kits and toys from the Gundam universe. Bimonthly. Japanese text. (7819/12401-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 480pg, b&w $12.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GUNDAM: CHAR'S COUNTERATTACK Now on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim! This softcover presents a full color cel art film digest and the art of Gundam: Char's Counterattack with b&w character sketches and mecha designs. Also includes staff interviews (in Japanese) and a full color examination of show's Mobile Suits. Japanese text. (4-04-852983-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 98pg, PC $27.99 *************** GUNDAM THE SELECTION All Gundam characters and mechs you see on TV are here in this collectible magazine that introduces you to the wide world of Gundam culture, including merchandise from the brand new Gundam Seed series. Issue # 1 concentrates on collectible figures and electronic toys. Issue #2 focuses on MSIA (Mobile Suit In Action) and how to upgrade. Issue #3 concentrates on advanced MSIA figures. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) # 1 (4-8402-2170-7)—SC, 8x11, 82pg, FC $9.99 # 2 (4-8402-2227-4)—SC, 8x11, 82pg, FC $9.99 # 3 (4-8402-2241-X)—SC, 8x11, 82pg, FC $9.99 HOBBY JAPAN SPECIAL: I LOVE GUNPLA Famous model building instructors Max Watanabe and the Vanna White-esque presenter Tomoe Ogoshi leap from their monthly "how-to" column in Hobby Japan to explain the intricacies of building plastic models, aka "gunpla." Japanese text. (4-89425-280-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 122pg, FC $28.99 UNDER THE GUNDAM DOUBLE FAKE MANGA #1 This is the Gundam comic everyone is raving about! Created by one of the pioneering authors who first drew Gundam! This comic — based on an original draft by Yoshiyuki Tomino — features the D origin in the G generation series. Japanese text. (7819/4-8402- 2223-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 218pg, b&w $12.99 HOW TO DRAW HOW TO DRAW MANGA: MORE ABOUT PRETTY GALS by Hikaru Hayashi This book shows the techniques for drawing very charming and womanly enactment, and fully explains a woman's capricious poses and the expression of the bodyline. Also, clothes, make-up, and various other materials and how they rest on the body are explained. English text. (42/4-7661-1242-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $19.99 HOW TO DRAW MANGA VOLUME 7: AMAZING EFFECTS by Mikio Kawanishi Seventh in the best-selling series! The use and assembly of the frame effect all elements of the direction. In this volume, image, character, vocals, and the direction of the frame are thoroughly explained. English text. (8193/4-88996-084-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 152pg $18.99 STARS OF THE MONTH HOW TO DRAW MANGA VOLUME 5: DEVELOPING SHOUJO MANGA TECHNIQUES This volume shows the techniques used in manga for girls now so widely used that they have come to define modern manga style. These techniques are indispensable for drawing characters and backgrounds more realistically. Available now! English text. (8193/STAR16142) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $18.99 HOW TO DRAW MANGA VOLUME 6: MARTIAL ARTS & COMBAT SPORTS by Hikaru Hayashi This volume in the acclaimed How to Draw Manga series provides the reader with thorough explanations for drawing marital arts and combat sports. Available now! English text. (8193/STAR16246) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x7, 140pg, FC $18.99 ************************ NEW GENERATION OF MANGA ARTISTS VOLUME 3: THE RENGA PORTFOLIO From Graphic-Sha (How to Draw Manga series) comes the third volume in The New Generation of Manga Artists series. Featured in this volume is Renga, whose delicate and sensitive drawing style has gained overwhelming support from fans. Inside are many new illustrations, with 16 monochromatic pages that form a manga drawing lesson prepared by the author. No only do you get rough sketches, but thoughts during the creative process. English text. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5424/4-7661-1365-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 80pg, PC $14.99 TEZUKA SCHOOL OF ANIMATION VOLUME 1 by Tezuka Productions Before becoming an anime artist, one must learn the fundamentals of animation. Learn how, with the help of Osamu Tezuka! In this book, Tezuka's greatest character guides you step-by-step so you can master all the basics. With Astro Boy's help, you'll be drawing animation in no time at all! English text. (42/1-56970-995-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 104pg, b&w $19.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– MANGA ARC THE LAD II MANGA #3 by Hideaki Nishikawa A fantasy manga by Nishikawa Hideaki, originally serialized on Shounen GanGan — based on the hugely popular Enix RPG of the same name! Japanese text. (7819/4-87025- 340-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 186pg, b&w $9.99 DRAGONBALL: PERFECT EDITION MANGA #1 by Akira Torayama The famous manga DragonBall comes back as perfect volumes! Goku, Gohan, and all of the favorite DragonBall characters come back with a vengeance! Covers by Akira Toriyama, with the same contents as the previous comics. Includes stories 1-4. Japanese text. (7819/4-08-873444-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 220pg, b&w $18.99 KAMEN RIDER SPIRITS MANGA #3 by Kenichi Muraeda This manga features great detailed art, which was originally serialized in the Monthly Magazine Z. Stars the classic Kamen Rider henshin heroes created by Shotaro Ishinomori. Japanese text. (7819/4-06-349096-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 220pg, b&w $11.99 LOVE HINA INFINITY by Ken Akamatsu This book is a must-have item for fans of Love Hina! It's stuffed with high-quality color illustrations, sketches, and drawings, along with photographs of some of the creators of series. There are even two sheets of stickers: one with 12 calendar stickers and the other with four transparent stickers. Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334578-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 450pg, b&w $17.99 MASAMUNE SHIROW'S PILE UP E-MANGA Essential for all Masamune Shirow fans! Considered a "lost classic," this Shirow manga is presented on CD-ROM in "E-Manga" format. Also included is a screensaver and 40- page hardcover book! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-350405-0) (CAUT: 4) HC + CD-ROM, 50pg, b&w $37.99 SUPER ROBOT WAR "A" ACTION COMICS MANGA This is an anthology based on the popular game Super Robot Wars. Popular robot anime, such as Combatler V, Gundam, and more are collected, making this book ideal for any anime fan. Japanese text. (7819/4-575-93808-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 180pg, b&w $18.99 SUPER ROBOT WARS "R" ANTHOLOGY MANGA #1 Super-Deformed versions of the world's most famous robot heroes star in this manga series based on the best-selling Super Robot Wars series of computer and video game! 15 stories included in this mega-mecha anthology. Japanese text. (7819/4-334-80572-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 180pg, b&w $16.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A YU-GI-OH MANGA #6-#7 by Kazuki Takahashi Meet Yuugi Mutou, the beloved hero of the series, who's a slightly underdeveloped and tends to get picked on. One day, his grandfather gives him an ancient Egyptian puzzle called the "Millennium Puzzle." Once Yuugi puts it together, his life changed forever. Japanese text. (CAUT: 4) #6 (4-08-872505-0)—SC, 200pg, b&w $7.95 #7 (4-08-872530-1)—SC, 200pg, b&w $7.95 ************** MANGA ANTHOLOGIES MONTHLY COMIC DRAGON MAY 2003 Featuring the latest from 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. (7819/13691-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 400pg, b&w $12.50 MONTHLY MAGAZINE Z MAY 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. (7819/18341-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 670pg, b&w $9.99 SHONEN ACE MAGAZINE MAY 2003 Featuring 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). Japanese text. (7819/04879-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 500pg, b&w $8.99 ZERO SUM ANTHOLOGY MANGA MAY 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. (7819/13735-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 460pg, b&w $11.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — ANIME MAGAZINES ANIMAGE MAY 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. (7819/01577-05) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, FC $11.99 ANIMEDIA MAY 2003 Focusing heavily on television anime, each issue features full-color and black-and-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. Japanese text. (7819/01579-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 176pg, FC $8.99 FAN ROAD MAGAZINE MAY 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! Japanese text. (7819/07829-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 174pg, PC $10.99 MEGAMI MAGAZINE JUNE 2003 Now a monthly publication! Each issue includes pull-out posters, trading cards, or other premiums! From the publishers of Animedia comes this new magazine focusing on female anime and game characters. Japanese text. (7819/1580-06) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 174pg, PC $14.99 NEWTYPE MAY 2003 Newtype has been covering the anime scene for well over 15 years now, and the magazine still remains the fastest, most up-to-date source of information on new anime in Japan! Covering everything cool in the world of anime, it's packed with posters, postcards, booklets, stickers, and other assorted bonuses in each issue! Japanese text. (7819/07009- 05) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, FC $10.99 UCHUSEN MAGAZINE MAY 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! Japanese text. (7819/01843-03) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 138, PC $18.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — TOY PUBLICATIONS DENGEKI HOBBY MAY 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. (7819/16371-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 290pg, PC $15.99 FIGURE KING ENCYCLOPEDIA #66 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 G-DOLL #3 G-Doll is the Japanese collectors magazine dedicated to the building, sculpting, and collecting of sexy anime girl figures! Inside you'll find tons of full-color photos depicting the latest manufactured kits and statues, as well as scratch-built original creations! Japanese text. (8193/4-8130-0707-4) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x12, 128pg, FC $24.99 HOBBY JAPAN JULY 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. Also the premier source for new action figure news! Japanese text. (7819/08127-07) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 400pg, PC $12.99 HYPER HOBBY JUNE 2003 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. (7819/17465-06) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 138pg, FC $13.00 MODEL GRAPHIX MAY 2003 A monthly Japanese magazine for modeling fans, containing the usual features on cool car and robot models! Japanese text. (7819/18747-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 168pg, PC $15.99 QUANTO MAGAZINE MAY 2003 Quanto is the new magazine dedicated to the field of miniature toy and gashapon collecting. If you're a maniac for Shokugan, trading figures, Kubricks, and building block figures, candy toys, and gashapon, then this is the magazine for you! Japanese text. (7819/03393-05) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 140pg, FC $9.99 REPLICANT VOLUME 11 Replicant features color photo galleries and "how-to" sections on the construction and painting of character and garage kits, with an emphasis on sexy anime/manga girl figure kits! This features pics of many new sexy girl statues and kits. Japanese text. (7819/4- 8124-0995-0) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 114pg, PC $18.99 ULTRAMAN FINGER FIGURE COLLECTION BOOK Those cute and small Super-Deformed finger figures of Ultraman and the nasty kaiju that he battles are overviewed in this kid's collector's guide that also serves as a checklist. Heavy cardboard pages! Japanese text. (7819/4-19-970005-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x6, 38pg, FC $15.99 IMPORTED ADULT PUBLICATIONS All Adult Publications feature foreign language text unless otherwise noted: SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. Spanish Magazines EL VIBORA #274 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 68pg, PC $7.99 EROS COMIX SPANISH LANGUAGE MAGAZINES ADULT MATERIAL #5—Comic, 7x9, 68pg, PC $4.50 #13—Comic, 7x9, 68pg, PC $4.50 KISS COMIX #134 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 68pg, PC $7.99 Japanese Books PIA CARROT E YOKOSO VOLUME 3 ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 128pg, PC $49.99 Japanese Manga MOMO NEW TOWN MANGA #1 ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 128pg, PC $12.99 PURE MANGA #1 ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 128pg, PC $11.99 Japanese Magazines BUG BUG CG APRIL 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $14.99 CANDY CLUB JUNE 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.99 LEMON CLUB APRIL 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.99 PA PI PO APRIL 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 PENGUIN CLUB APRIL 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 TRADING CARDS COOL COLLECTIBLES STAR TREK: NEMESIS AUTOGRAPHED MICHAEL DORN CARD The official autographed card inserted in the Star Trek: Nemesis wax boxes. This is the only card Michael Dorn has signed for any Star Trek series! (145/NA-1) Card PI STAR TREK ANIMATED ADVENTURES CARD SET This set of 198 different, full-color 2 ½" x 3 ½" cards cover all 22 Star Trek Animated episodes, with nine cards per episode printed on 20pt. stock with high "wet" gloss UV coating. Features all of the original Star Trek characters, including Captain Kirk, Spock, Lt. Uhura, Scotty, Sulu, and more! Comes with bonus checklist cards (#1 and #2) and a promo card! (145) Set (x201) PI STAR TREK ANIMATED ADVENTURES CHASE SETS The James Doohan Tribute set includes cards D1-D9 and features all of the great characters that Mr. Doohan provided voiced for. The Enterprise Bridge Crew set includes cards BC1-BC9 and features Captain Kirk, Spock, Uhura, Nurse Chapel, Scotty, Lt. Arex, Sulu, and Lt. Ress. (145) JAMES DOOHAN TRIBUTE––Set (x9) PI ENTERPISE BRIDGE CREW––Set (x9) PI STAR WARS: EPISODE II LIMITED EDITION BINDERS Keep your Star Wars: Episode II—Attack of the Clones trading cards safe with the Power of the Dark Side with this pair of binders featuring two of the bad guys: Count Dooku (Christopher Lee) and Jango Fett! (145) COUNT DOOKU—Binder $25.00 JANGO FETT—Binder $25.00 XENA: BEAUTY AND BRAWN COSTUME CARDS These are the costume and autograph cards that were inserted into the Xena: Beauty and Brawn wax boxes. Choose from: Gabrielle from "Animal Attraction" costume card (DC7), Xena from "Destiny" costume card (DC8), Callisto from "The Bitter Suite" costume card (C5), Melinda Clark as Velasca autographed card (A23), and Eric Thompson as Hades autographed card (A29). (145) XENA (DC8)––Card PI GABRIELLE (DC7)––Card PI CALLISTO (C5)––Card PI MELINDA CLARK (A23)––Card PI ERIC THOMPSON (A29)––Card PI CROW: CITY OF ANGELS COLLECTOR CARD SET This set includes not only the 90 basic cards, but also 10 embossed chase cards and all 10 temporary tattoos. (145) Set MSRP: $14.95 SPORTS MEMORABILIA FLEER ENTERTAINMENT FLEER 2003 MLB DIE-CASTS Choose from: Jeter Mustangs, Garciaparra Mustangs, Yankee Corvettes, Red Sox Corvettes, Jeter Tractor Trailers, and Bonds Tractor Trailers. (CAUT: 3 & 4) JETER MUSTANG (02670)––Die-Cast PI GARCIAPARRA MUSTANG (02654)––Die-Cast PI YANKEE CORVETTE (02712)––Die-Cast PI RED SOX CORVETTE (02728)––Die-Cast PI JETER TRACTOR TRAILER (02476)––Die-Cast PI BARRY BONDS TRACTOR TRAILER (02486)––Die-Cast PI FOREVER COLLECTIBLES MLB 2003 BOBBLE HEAD DOLLS Collect some of baseball's greatest players as these 10" bobble head dolls! Choose from: Derek Jeter, Nomar Garciaparra, Barry Bonds, Shawn Green, Jason Giambi, and Miguel Tejada. (CAUT: 4) DEREK JETER (BHMBPLANYDJHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 NOMAR GARCIAPARRA (BHMBPLABRNGHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 BARRY BONDS (BHMBPLASGBBHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 SHAWN GREEN (BHMBPLALDSGHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 JASON GIAMBI (BHMBPLANYJGHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 MIGUEL TEJADA (BHMBPLAOAMTHM)––Bobbing Head MSRP: $19.99 SPORTS CARDS FLEER ENTERTAINMENT FLEER 2003 SHOWCASE MLB T/C BOX The Showcase 2003 baseball series focuses on specific awards and/or accolades bestowed upon the featured players in the set. 10 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. MSRP: $4.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and U.K. (No Puerto Rico). Box PI FLEER 2002-03 PLATINUM NBA T/C BOX Thrill to the highlights of the NBA 2002-03 season with Fleer Platinum basketball cards, featuring a cool retro design! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and U.K. (No Puerto Rico). Box PI FLEER 2003 FOCUS MLB T/C BOX 24 packs per box. MSRP: $2.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and U.K. (No Puerto Rico). Box PI FLEER 2003 ROUNDBALL NBA T/C BOX Fleer's 2002-03 Roundball NBA series features the sport's top players captured on unique, circular die-cut trading cards! 24 packs per box. MSRP: $3.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S. and U.K. (No Puerto Rico). Box PI SCHOLASTIC, INC. MLB CARD COLLECTOR'S KIT This kit includes four packs (one each from Fleer, Donruss, Topps, and Upper Deck) of all-new 2003 baseball cards and an updated book of collecting tips, all in a collectible tin. (CAUT: 4) Kit $9.99 TOPPS COMPANY TOPPS 2003 SERIES 2 MLB CARDS This 354-card base set consists of 262 Veterans, 30 Team cards, 25 Draft Picks and Prospects, 18 Gold Glove winners, two Cy Young Award winners, two Rookies of the Year. 11 Sporting News National League All-Stars, and two World Series Champions. Look for two parallel sets (in gold and blue) and several inserts, including: "Record Breakers," "Red Backs," relic cards, autographed cards, and more! 12 cards per pack. 26 packs per box. MSRP: $1.59 per pack. (363-032H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI TOPPS 2003 FINEST MLB CARDS This 110-card base set consists of 100 40-man roster subjects, and 10 autographed first year subjects. Look for a two-tiered parallel set, a 10th anniversary uncirculated parallel set, autographed cards featuring chrome refractor technology, game-used relic cards, and more! 12 cards per pack. 3 packs per box. MSRP: $6.00 per pack. (832-03H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI TOPPS 2002-2003 BOWMAN NHL CARDS This 165-card base set consists of 110 Veterans and 55 Young Stars. Look for two parallel sets and several autographs and relics, including: "Fabric of the Future," "Young Stars," and more! 10 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. MSRP: $3.00 per pack. (848-02H) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK UPPER DECK 2003 SP AUTHENTIC MLB CARDS The theme for 2003 SP Authentic Baseball for this year is autographs! Look for high- profile autographed cards, all of which are serially numbered to very low quantities! The sigs will be broken out into a multitude of themes, which include HOFers and Yankee greats, and more. Many of today's greats and future legends are also accounted for, including sigs of Ichiro, Giambi, Griffey, and may others. And don't forget, the SPA brand is also known for rookies! Look for awesome Matsui rookies! This also contains some incredible Ted Williams content, including different jersey cards and jersey combos, as well as cut signature cards! 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003 INSPIRATIONS NFL CARDS The NFL Inspirations has exciting content with similar "combo" themes of rookies and NFL stars, autographed rookie cards, dual and quad game jersey rookie cards that are part of the regular set. Look for jersey Inspirations cards, which feature a swatch of jersey from an incoming rookie and an NFL veteran, and signed cards that will either be single signed or dual signed by both a rookie and a veteran! On top of the truly unique rookie content, there are a host of other serially numbered cards, as well as some short printed base cards. 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2002-2003 INSPIRATIONS NHL CARDS Inspirations introduced the concept of having a rookie teamed up on his rookie card with a player that the young star is "inspired by." That concept is carried into hockey. As an added bonus, look for a special Rookie Update pack included as a box topper. These Rookie Update packs capture the late skating NHL rookies that were not captured in SPX, SP Authentic, Classic Portraits. They also include a Jason Spezza Foundations card. Every box also contains at least three serially numbered rookie cards, featuring a rookie and a veteran, one jersey Inspirations card, and one serially numbered jersey card. Also look for SPX redemption cards, good for rookies that skate next year! 5 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI NON-SPORTS CARDS ADVANCED PRINT & SHIP BEST DEFENSE SERIES 1 COLLECTOR CARDS This first 90-card foil set features a combination of the various types of equipment used by today's military. From the newest prototypes to everyday equipment, Best Defense features the most powerful aircraft, land vehicles, & ship-faring weapons on the planet. 9 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $49.95 (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #11 (DEC012945) Box PI ARTBOX ENTERTAINMENT DISNEY'S FINDING NEMO FILMCARDZ, BINDER, & VIEWER This 81 Filmcard set will feature 72 base Filmcardz and 9 bonus Filmcardz. The Disney – Pixar FilmCardz Finding Nemo set brings to life Father Marlin, Nemo, Dory, Gill, Bubbles, Bloat, Gurgle, Deb, Flo, Bruce, Chum, and Anchor. Each collectible Filmcard has an image reproduced onto transparent acetate held rigidly in a high quality, card-stock frame. This unique and collectible Filmcard is sure to bring a new awareness to the beauty and quality of the Disney classics filmed over sixty years ago. Ready for viewing out of the pack, viewing can be enhanced by using the new, Finding Nemo FilmCardz Lighted Viewer. Also available is the collector binder, which holds the entire 90-card set. This deluxe three-ring album contains four-color art on the outside and features the front, back, and spine puffy design. (CAUT: 4) BOX (17330) PI BINDER (17360) PI LIGHTED VIEWER (172340) PI T-2 JUDGEMENT DAY FILMCARDZ PREVIEWS SET This five-Filmcardz set previews the upcoming T2: Judgment Day FilmCardz series from Artbox. This set includes five dynamic FilmCardz previewing the full 72-FilmCardz set for the up-coming T2 film. Preview all the action, all the danger, and all the excitement of the T2: Judgment Day movie. Relive the mission of one lone Terminator sent back in time to protect earth's only hope of salvation, John Connor, from the deadliest killing machine ever created, the liquid metal T-1000 Terminator. (7047) (CAUT: 4) Set (x5) PI HERO FACTORY MICRONAUTS CARD SET WITH GLIDER FIGURE This 36-card base set features 18 designs based on the Devil's Due comic book, seven cards from the artwork of Dave Dorman, including a Braon Karza sketch, a short interview with the artist, four cards from toy designer Stephen Lee of original concept art, seven cards from fantasy artist Ken Kelly of the original packaging of the alien toy line, and a short interview with the artist. Also includes an exclusive Space Glider figure and collectible binder. (00005) (CAUT: 4) Set MSRP: $39.99 ROBOTECH CARD COLLECTIBLE BINDERS Two collectible binders to display your Robotech trading cards. Each 2 ½" D-ring binder comes with a pocket on the inside. (CAUT: 4) #1––Binder PI #2––Binder PI SILLY CDS CARD SET WITH BINDER This limited edition collector set includes a 36-card set, four autographed cards from artists (John Pound, Jay Lynch, Tom Bunk, and Strephon Taylor) all packaged in a binder. Silly CDs are the hilarious parodies of some of the most popular albums ever made. Every style is represented in this series. Look for Aaron Crater, Pariah Scary, Kid Wreck, Twoton John, Snuff Doody, and more! (00006) (CAUT: 4) Set MSRP: $39.99 ILLUSTRATION STUDIO WORON'S UNIVERSE PROMO CARD SET A small promo card set from the forthcoming, work-in-progress, Woron's Universe card set! The set features characters created by Steve Woron, Fred Rawles, Jim Taylor and Cesar Feliciano, including Lady Ninja, Magnum Girl, Hunter and others. This 5-card promo set also includes four additional bonus cards from other sets. Available signed by Steve Woron! REGULAR—Set (x5) PI SIGNED—Set (x5) PI INKWORKS BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: CONNECTIONS ULTRA PREMIUM CARDS Connections captures the love and hate, (and sometimes both!) relationships of your favorite characters. This 72-card series is printed on premium 18-pt holographic foil board, with each card etched and image enhanced with a special coating for ultimate gloss and premium feel. Look for a parallel set, and several inserts, including "Slayer's Circle," "Heartbreaks," and "Pieceworks" cards featuring dual-costumes! Also look for three box loaders and an ultra cool case loader card. To compliment your collection is the collector album, as well as the Slayer's Circle mini-press sheet! 5 cards and 1 parallel card per pack. 24 packs per box. MSRP: $3.29 per pack. (CAUT: 4) BOX (12420) PI ALBUM (12430) MSRP: $19.95 SLAYER'S CIRCLE MINI-PRESS SHEET (12425) MSRP: $69.95 TOPPS TOPPS X-MEN 2 MOVIE CARDS Here's a 72-card base set featuring hot artwork based on the new X-Men 2 movie! Sharp, slick art of Wolverine, Nightcrawler, and the rest of the X-gang! This set also features Autograph and Memorabilia cards! 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $1.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North American and Puerto Rico. Box PI APPAREL SECTION PREMIER VENDORS GRAPHITTI DESIGNS DR. STRANGE: SEPARATE REALITY LIMITED EDITION HARDCOVER BOOK by Steve Englehart & Frank Brunner One of the gems from the 70's returns. Dr. Strange: Separate Reality Limited Hardcover Book collects for the first time ever in hardcover format, the Dr. Strange material by Steve Englehart and Frank Brunner. Features 176 full-color pages that includes the first issues from Doctor Strange's Premiere 1974 series. Features new dustjacket and signature page art by Frank Brunner that will be exclusive to this edition. Limited to an edition size of 1000, each book will feature a sequentially numbered signature page signed by both Englehart and Brunner. Full-color dustjacket, smyth-sewn hardcover binding with debossed cover and special endpapers are combined to create the definitive collection of this classic storyline. Quantities are limited with orders subject to allocations based upon orders received. All prior orders have been canceled. HC, 7x10, 176pg, FC $69.95 O/A DR. STRANGE I T-SHIRT O/A DR. STRANGE SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A MARVEL CLASSIC DR. STRANGE T-SHIRT O/A MARVEL CLASSIC DR. STRANGE LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT Have a total "Strange" experience and accessorize with some shirts. Dr. Strange I T-shirt that features the full-color art of P. Craig Russell screenprinted on a black 100% cotton shirt. Also still available are the Marvel Classic Dr. Strange shirt (in both short and long- sleeve versions), featuring classic Ditko art screenprinted in color on a white 100% cotton shirt and the Black Knights Dr. Strange Logo T-shirt in black. S-XL $17.95 (short sleeve) XXL $20.95 (short sleeve) S-XL $23.95 (long sleeve) XXL $26.95 (long sleeve) STRANGERS IN PARADISE: LINE-UP T-SHIRT O/A STRANGERS IN PARADISE VI O/A STRANGERS IN PARADISE TRIANGLE T-SHIRT Terry Moore's colorful characters all get together for a group shot on the new Strangers in Paradise: Line-up T-shirt. Features a new piece of art by Terry screenprinted in color on a white 100% cotton shirt. Also still available are two classic SIP shirts, Strangers in Paradise VI (white) and SIP: Triangle (graphite). Stranger than fact!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 COURTNEY CRUMRIN T-SHIRT Graphitti Designs brings you the first Courtney Crumrin T-shirt. Designed by series creator Ted Naifeh, it's Courtney-style 'tude you can wear. Screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Don't forget to check the comic also from Oni Press!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SHAZAM! IV T-SHIRT The Big Red Cheese shows how it's done on the new Shazam! IV T-shirt. Features the art of C.C. Beck screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt Dr. Strangelove, here we come!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 BATMAN GOTHIC KNIGHT V T-SHIRT O/A BATMAN GOTHIC KNIGHT I T-SHIRT O/A BATMAN GOTHIC KNIGHT II T-SHIRT O/A BATMAN GOTHIC KNIGHT IV T-SHIRT O/A BATMAN GOTHIC KNIGHT SYMBOL T-SHIRT The nights are safer with Batman around on the new Gothic Knight V T-shirt. Features the Dark Knight screenprinted in color on a ???? 100% cotton shirt. Also still available are Batman Gothic Knight shirts I, II and IV, along with the Gothic Knight Symbol T- shirt. the knight-time is the right time!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SUPERMAN X-RAY T-SHIRT Get ready for your radiation dosage on the new Superman X-Ray T-shirt. Screenprinted in black on a white 100% cotton shirt. You're more transparent than you think!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 DAILY PLANET II T-SHIRT Be part of the team that keeps you abreast of what's happenin' with the new Daily Planet II T-shirt. Features the classic Planet logo screenprinted in color on a white 100% cotton shirt. All the news that's fit to print...and then some!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 CABLE SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A CABLE SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A X-MEN LOGO T-SHIRT O/A X-MEN LOGO LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A MARVEL CLASSIC X-MEN T-SHIRT O/A MARVEL CLASSIC X-MEN LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A XAVIER INSTITUTE I T-SHIRT Get prepared for the release of the X-Men movie next month with the new Cable Symbol Long-Sleeve Shirt. Features the highly-recognized "X" screenprinted in red and black on a royal blue 100% cotton long-sleeve shirt...short sleeve version also available!! Don't miss out on our wide selection of other X-men based shirt designs. The X-Men Logo, Marvel Classic X-Men and the Xavier Institute I shirts give you more choices than any mere mortal can handle!! S-XL $17.95 (short sleeve) XXL $20.95 (short sleeve) S-XL $23.95 (long sleeve) XXL $26.95 (long sleeve) PARADISE X PUNISHER T-SHIRT Alex Ross gives the classic Punisher symbol a great makeover on the new Paradise X Punisher T-shirt. Features a cool organic rendition of the skull screenprinted in black on a white 100% cotton shirt. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SPIDER-MAN SUN T-SHIRT J. Scott Campbell provides the art for this great new Spider-Man Sun T-shirt. Features the design screenprinted in full-color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. I little sun never hurt anyone!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 HULK FACE T-SHIRT Meet him nose-to-nose on the new Hulk Face T-shirt. Features the art of ???? screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton T-shirt. In the shadows or in full sunlight, the Hulk commands your attention!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SPIDER-MAN BLUE IV T-SHIRT The work of Tim Sale and Jeph Loeb continues on the new Spider-Man Blue IV T-shirt. The white 100% cotton shirt provides the backdrop for this snowy full-color piece by Sale. Very cool, possibly even cold!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A JLA IV T-SHIRT Features the painted art of Alex Ross screenprinted in full-color on a navy blue 100% cotton shirt. The Justice League of America has arrived!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A SUPERMAN SYMBOL III T-SHIRT Features the classic Superman "S" screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. dark, yet definitely cool!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A X-MEN SYMBOL T-SHIRT O/A X-MEN SYMBOL LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT O/A X-MEN I T-SHIRT (RUDE) O/A X-MEN II T-SHIRT BACHALO) O/A X-MEN III T-SHIRT (BYRNE) O/A X-MEN IV T-SHIRT (ADAMS) O/A X-MEN V T-SHIRT (COCHRUM) O/A XAVIER INSTITUTE II T-SHIRT O/A DAREDEVIL SYMBOL WOMEN'S TOP O/A NIGHTCRAWLER V T-SHIRT O/A X-BABIES T-SHIRT Here's your chance to stock up on all the great X-Men T-shirt designs in time for the movie. The X-Men have returned!! S-XL $17.95 (short sleeve) XXL $20.95 (short sleeve) S-XL $23.95 (long sleeve) XXL $26.95 (long sleeve) XS-L $17.95 (women's top) ********************** APPAREL SECTION ANIME FUSHIGI YUUGI SUZAKU SEISHI T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image. (133/FYTS02) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.99 FUSHIGI YUUGI TRAPPED IN LOVE T-SHIRT Black, 100% cotton. Front image. (133/ FYTS01) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.99 NEON GENESIS NERV LOGO PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE BASEBALL JERSEY Red logo and black sleeves on a white body. 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/BBJ1) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 XXL $22.95 NEON GENESIS REI & SHIJIN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE BASEBALL JERSEY Grey body with black sleeves on a 100% cotton T-shirt. Front image. (8343/BBJ3) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 XXL $22.95 NERV LOGO RIP STYLE WALLET Front embroidered design. Measures 3" x 5". Includes large section for bills, ID window, and 7 pockets. (5488/615B-NERVR) (CAUT: 4) Wallet $9.99 DC COMICS BATMAN LOGO WORKSHIRT Black body. Small yellow front logo. Large yellow back logo. (7294/BM385) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $29.95 BATMAN FLOCK LOGO WASHED COTTON TWILL PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CAP Washed cotton twill with back Velcro closure. Front yellow logo. (5209/BAT05062N10) (CAUT: 4) Cap $9.95 SUPERMAN ROYAL BASEBALL JERSEY Royal blue and yellow jersey with red highlights. (7294/SM593) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $70.00 SUPERMAN 3D EMBROIDERY STRETCH BRUSHED COTTON PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE CAP Light brushed cotton with embroidered 3D Superman logo. Embroidery on back and sandwich visor. Velcro closure. Rubber piping around top of visor. (5209/SP05072L08) (CAUT: 4) Cap $9.95 SUPERMAN SPORT NAVY HEAD BAND 100% cotton stretch navy terry. (7294/SM583B) (CAUT: 4) Head Band $8.95 SUPERMAN LOGO RED WRIST BAND 100% cotton stretch red terry. (7294/SM582A) (CAUT: 4) Wrist Band $8.95 G.I. JOE G.I. JOE COBRA POINTING WITH LOGO T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (559/85-301-99) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 G.I. JOE COBRA ATTACK T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (559/85-301-97) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 GOTH EVIL CLOWN T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/2730) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 NECROPOLIS T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/2728) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 AXEL WINGED EYE PEWTER RING Red eye pewter ring. (8343/1761) (CAUT: 4) Ring $27.95 CELTIC VISIONS RAVEN PENTACLE SILVER PENDANT Pendant is .925 sterling silver with 20" cord. (8343/1687) (CAUT: 4) Pendant $14.95 CELTIC VISIONS WITCHES RUNES PEWTER PENDANT Pewter pendant features mystic runes characters. (8343/812) (CAUT: 4) Pendant $14.95 SACRED TALISMANS RUNE DRAGON PEWTER PENDANT Pewter pendant features dragon icon. (8343/1460) (CAUT: 4) Pendant $14.95 MARVEL CAPTAIN AMERICA POW White body with cavier beans over design. 100% cotton. Front image. (5360/MVL-0036) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 XXL $16.95 DAREDEVIL DIGITAL WATCH GIFT SET Digital watch with lunchbox featuring Daredevil graphics. (5445) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 HULK MOVIE DIGITAL WATCH GIFT SET Digital watch with lunchbox featuring Hulk movie graphics. (5445/HK102MV) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 SPIDER-MAN DIGITAL WATCH GIFT SET Digital watch with lunchbox featuring Ultimate Spider-Man graphics. (5445/SMBX51) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 SPIDER-MAN WEB SLING T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Blue shimmer application. (5360/MVL-0007) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN IN DOC OCK'S CLUTCHES T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Holographic glitter application. (5360/MVL-0004) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 MOVIES & TV FLASH GORDON MENACING MING T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image logo, with Ming and Flash on back of shirt. (4125/5300) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 INVADER ZIM: ARE WE THERE YET? PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE T-SHIRT Grey 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/IZTD-A62502-7-B) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 XXL $19.95 INVADER ZIM: ZIM & DIM PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE T-SHIRT Olive green100% cotton. Front image. (6358/IZTD-A62102-7-C) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 XXL $19.95 INVADER ZIM DON'T BOTHER ME BABYDOLL T-SHIRT Red 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/480568) (CAUT: 4) LG $18.95 INVADER ZIM CAST LONGSLEEVE T-SHIRT Grey 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/480301) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 INVADER ZIM GIR CAP Black cap with front image. (6358/6844) Cap $20.95 SEVEN: GLUTTONY GREED SLOTH T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front and back lettering. (6028) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 WELCOME TO CAMP CRYSTAL LAKE STAFF T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front lettering. Back image. (6028/526006A) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $17.95 STAR TREK STAR TREK SILHOUETTE OF ENTERPRISE T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (559/98-301-3) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 STAR TREK SPOCK LOGO T-SHIRT Royal 100% cotton. Front image. (559/98-301-2) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SIMPSONS SIMPSONS EL BARTO PRICELESS T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. Front image. (559/95-301-276) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SIMPSONS SPRINGFIELD CHARACTER LINE-UP T-SHIRT Light olive with black trim. 100% cotton. Front image. (559/95-346-318) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $19.95 TOYS SECTION COMIC BOOK HEROES TRANSFORMERS ARMADA SUPERCON WAVE 3 FIGURES This wave is scheduled to include: Blurr (sleek vehicle) with Incinerator (race dragster), Optimus Prime (semi truck) with Over-Run (jet), Thrust (jet) with Inferno (missile carrier), Sideswipe (Sedan) with ATV Motorcycle, Airazor with mini-con, and Cheetor with mini-con. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (309/80702) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $15.49Ea. DIE-CASTS HOT WHEELS COCA-COLA TWO-CAR SET This 1:18-scale set includes a 1938 Ford truck and a 1932 sedan. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (744/57379) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Set (x2) $24.00 HOT WHEELS DEORA II SILVER DIE-CAST This vehicle is 1:18 scale. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (744/57299) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Die-Cast $29.00 HOT WHEELS HIGHWAY 35 WORLD RACE WAVE 1 DIE-CASTS Highway 35 is a mystical raceway that should not exist, but does. Five extraordinary teams race against each other twisting and turning through five extreme environments worldwide: desert, jungle, mountain, water, and city. There are seven cars on each team for a total of 35 cars with co-molded wheels. Each car comes with a comic book and collector token. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (744/B0862) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $4.80Ea. HOT WHEELS PREFERRED WAVE 1 DIE-CASTS Each 1:64-scale car features Real Riders tires and a detailed engine. This wave includes the Rod & Custom Magazine series, featuring 1932 Ford, Shoe Box, 1934 Ford Roadster, and Anglia Panel; Hot Rod Magazine series, featuring 1940 Ford, 1934 Ford Coupe, 1941 Willy's Coupe, and Elwoody; Motor Trend Magazine series, featuring Porsche 930 Turbo, Jaguar XKR, 1957 Oldsmobile, and Jaguar XKE; and Popular Hot Rodding series, featuring Pontiac Firebird, AMX, Mercury Cougar, and Chevy Camero. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (744/56566) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $4.20Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING CORVETTE 50TH ANNIVERSARY WAVE 3 DIE-CASTS This series is scheduled to include: silver/red interior 1957, green/white interior 1967 coupe Goodwood, gold/black interior NT 1969 convertible, Ontario orange/saddle interior Riverside NT 1972, light blue/medium blue interior NT 1984 coupe, silverbeige/black graphite interior NT 1986 coupe, white/white interior NT 1988 35th anniversary coupe, ruby red/ruby red interior NT 1993 40th anniversary convertible, admiral blue/red interior NT 1996 Grand Sport coupe, black/oyster interior 1998 convertible, white/black interior NT 1999 coupe, and yellow/black interior NT 2001 hardtop Z06. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (744/42903) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Casts SRP: $3.99Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTNING MUSCLE CARS V WAVE 1 DIE-CASTS This series is scheduled to include: blue NT 1961 Pontiac Catalina, black NT 1962 Plymouth Belvedere, yellow NT 1966 Buick GS340, red/black NT 1972 Chevy Chevelle SS, gold NT 1966 Dodge Hemi Charger, and a red/white NT 1967 Ford Fairlane. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (6243/20501) (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. HORROR LIVING DEAD DOLLS SERIES 5 This series features five dolls and a sixth mystery doll that comes in a black-and-white version. Each 9" doll comes in a coffin with a death certificate, colored tissue, and removable clothes. Choose from Hollywood, Vincent Vaude, Dahila, Jezebel, Siren, and the mystery doll. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (4830/99940) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Dolls SRP: $25.99Ea. STAR OF THE MONTH VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE FIGURES A Diamond Select Offering! Based on White Wolf Publishing's Vampire: The Masquerade Role-Playing Game, these figures stand over 5" tall and expertly replicate three of the World of Darkness' most popular Vampire characters. This series includes: Beckett (w/Book of Nod, satchel, and fedora), Lucita (w/Sabbat Anhk and base), and Theo Bell (w/shotgun, baseball cap, and stop sign weapon). Sculpted by Gabriel Marquez. Blister card packaging. Available now! (4667/71769) (STAR15551) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $10.99Ea. ******************** MILITARY FIGURES FRENCH FOREIGN LEGION LEON JAVERT ACTION FIGURE Originally created in 1831 by King Louis Lhillipe II as a way to rid France of immigrants and other "undesirables," today's Foreign Legion has evolved into an elite unit in the service of the French Army. Equipped and armed as the rest of the French army, they are primarily a rapid deployment force, with a strength of about 8,200 men. The Legion has seen numerous actions from the battlefields of WWI to its participation in "Desert Shield." Other famous actions include the long-running siege at Dien-Bein-Phu, in 1953 and the Battle at Camerone, Mexico in 1863. Stands 12" tall. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4851/21102) (CAUT: 4) Figure $47.00 G.I. JOE RC MUV This MUV is 1:18 scale. Window box packaging. (309/70443) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outisde North America and Puerto Rico. Figure $52.00 JAPAN SDF PILOT U UDEA ACTION FIGURE The 6th Air Wing, based in Komatsu, was established in 1961. The wing, charged with the defense of Japan Sea airspace, is composed of the F-15 equipped 303rd and 306th Flight Squadrons. The 6th was originally comprised of F-68s, but beginning in 1987 with the 303rd and 1997 with the 306th, individual units began to switch over to the F-15, the plane that the wing flies today. Each year, the Air Self-Defense Force hold the All Air Groups Combat Skills Competition to improve and hone the essential combat skills of the force's fighting units. Both squadron of the 6th are regular winners. Stands 12" tall. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4851/21112) (CAUT: 4) Figure $47.00 MISCELLANEOUS ADULT SUPERSTARS SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURES SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (5101/ASWP1) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Figures SRP: $19.99Ea. DOG PLUSHES Large plushes include: Dalmatian, Pug, Bulldog, Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and Doberman. Medium plushes include: Dalmatian, Pug, French Bulldog, Beagle, Labrador retriever, Poodle, Miniature Daschund, and Shin Tzu. Mini plushes include: Dalmatian, Pug, Bulldog, Beagle, Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Miniature Schnauzer, Miniature Dachshund, Shin Tzu, Shetland Sheepdog, Doberman, and Bull Terrier. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4850) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. LARGE (40200)––Plushes SRP: $27.25Ea. MEDIUM (40100)––Plushes SRP: $18.99Ea. MINI (40000)––Plushes SRP: $4.80Ea. MOVIES & TV ARMY OF DARKNESS S-MART ASH 12-INCH FIGURE This great character features the likeness of Bruce Campbell as Ash in his S-Mart employee uniform from the film, Army of Darkness. Figure stands 12" tall and comes with the S-Mart smock and shotgun with holster. Limited to 3,000. Window boxed packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 BEYBLADE ELECTRONIC TOYS WAVE 2 This series is scheduled to include: yellow Dragoon Storm, green Dragoon Storm, blue- green Dragoon Phantom 2, dark red Dragoon Phantom, purple Dranzer S 2, and yellow Dranzer S 2. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (309/82529) (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. Toys SRP: $15.50Ea. CARE BEARS 10-INCH RETRO PLUSHES Choose from: Grumpy Bear, Tenderheart Bear, Bedtime Bear, Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Love-A-Lot Bear, and Good Luck Bear. Each stands 10" tall. Scheduled to ship April 2003. (4973/31175) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Plushes SRP: $14.50Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A CARE BEARS BEAN BAG PLUSHES Small. Cute. Collectible. Now you can start your own Care Bears colony with these small bean bag toys of the classic 80s cartoon bears. This assortment is scheduled to include: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Wish Bear, Bedtime Bear, Grumpy Bear, Friend Bear, and Love-A-Lot Bear. Available now! (4850/31200) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Plushes SRP: $7.50Ea. O/A CARE BEARS CLASSIC PLUSHES These plush Care Bears toys will take you back to a safer, more innocent time, when bears were never brown or black, and had magic powers! These classic plush bears are ready to adjust your total attitude: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Wish Bear, Bedtime Bear, Friend Bear, America Cares Bear, Love-A-Lot Bear, and Good Luck Bear. Available now! (4850/31150) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Plushes SRP: $18.00Ea. ****************** CARE BEARS CUDDLERS Choose from: Cheer and Grumpy Bears, Love-A-Lot and Tenderheart Bears, Funshine and Friend Bears, and Wish and Bedtime Bears. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4850/31280) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Two-Pack SRP: $13.90Ea. CARE BEARS PLUSHES Jumbo plushes include: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Wish Bear, Funshine Bear, Bedtime Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Good Luck Bear. Micro plushes include: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Bedtime Bear, Friend Bear, Love-A-Lot Bear, and Grumpy Bear. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4850/31460) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. JUMBO (31460)—Plushes SRP: $45.98Ea. MICRO (31470)—Plushes SRP: $4.70Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A CARE BEARS PVC FIGURES Collect all of your favorite Care Bears characters as these un-bear-ably cute PVC figures! This assortment is scheduled to include: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Wish Bear, Bedtime Bear, Grumpy Bear, Love-A-Lot Bear, Friend Bear, and Good Luck Bear. Blister card packaging. Available now! (4850/31050) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $5.00Ea. O/A CARE BEARS PVC KEYCHAINS Those cute and cuddly Care Bears are back from the 80s as this assortment of solid PVC figural keychains! Show you "care" with one of these classic characters: Tenderheart Bear, Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Wish Bear, Bedtime Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Good Luck Bear. Blister card packaging. Available now! (4850/31000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Keychains SRP: $5.30Ea. ******************* HELLRAISER ACTION FIGURES This first series of Hellraiser action figures includes one character from each of the six films. Choose from: Pinhead, Chatterer, CD, Chatterer Beast, The Wire Twin, and Stitch. Each figure stands approximately 7" tall, is fully articulated, and comes with accessories and bases. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $9.99Ea. JAMES BOND 12-INCH SERIES 3 ACTION FIGURES Auric Goldfinger is smuggling vast amounts of gold throughout the world. MI6 agent, James Bond, is sent to investigate Goldfinger's master plan of conquering Fort Knox in the US and faces macabre adversaries like Oddjob. Choose from James Bond (Sean Connery), Oddjob (Harold Sakata), and Pussy Galore (Honor Blackman). Bond and Oddjob sculpted by Mat Falls; Pussy Galore sculpted by Oluf W. Hartvigson. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 4) JAMES BOND (7705)––Figure $40.00 ODDJOB (7706)––Figure $40.00 PUSSY GALORE (7721)––Figure $40.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A KING OF THE HILL SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Nominated for a "Best Animated Series" Emmy, 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! Blister card packaging. Available now! (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. Figures MSRP: $12.99Ea. ****************** THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS 6-INCH SERIES 4 ACTION FIGURES This series is scheduled to include: Helm's Deep Legolas with shield, Sam in Modor with rock and retractable rope, King Theoden in armor, Gollum, and Gandalf the White. Includes two button cell batteries. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (49/81170) (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: $9.99Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A MICRONAUTS: BARON KARZA DELUXE BOXED SET The Micronauts' deadliest enemy is the evil Baron Karza, supreme ruler of Innerspace! Accompanied by his trusted steed, Andromeda, Baron Karza can combine with Andromeda to become a classic centaur or a rolling juggernaut of destruction! Featuring magnetic ball-and-socket joints, Baron Karza is fully poseable and stands 6" tall! Both Karza and his horse featuring firing fists/missiles! Both come packaged together in one deluxe boxed set! Available now! (8644/11026) Set $29.00 O/A MICRONAUTS SERIES 1 FIGURES From the depths of Innerspace… welcome to the new and amazing world of the Micronauts! Originally created in the late '70s by Mego Corp., the Micronauts was a hugely successful toy line that featured awesome playability and interchangeable parts. Continuing the tradition of the classic line, the new Micronauts will be updated versions of the classic toys, along with all-new, never-before-seen characters. This first series of 3 ¾" action figures is scheduled to include: Time Traveler, Space Glider, Acroyear, and Membros. Blister card packaging. Available now! (8644/11028) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $9.75Ea. ********************** MOLE MAN 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE In the 1956 Universal Studios' release of The Mole People, intrepid archeologists John Agar and Hugh Beaumont explore caves in the mountains of Asia, only to discover an underground-dwelling race of albinos who keep as their slaves the hunchbacked, clawed and bug-eyed Mole People. Can they save themselves with only a flashlight for a weapon? This figure features the likeness of the Mole Man from the 1956 Universal Studios' release of The Mole People. This highly articulated 12" figure comes with a detailed outfit replicating the movie costume, mole sack and three mushrooms. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (9004/4422) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 MONTY PYTHON: KING OF SWAMP CASTLE 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE This figure features the likeness of Michael Palin. This highly articulated 12" figure comes with a detailed outfit replicating the movie costume, a knife, and a knotted bedsheet escape rope. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (9004/3712) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 MONTY PYTHON: PRINCE HERBERT 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE This figure features the likeness of Terry Jones. This highly articulated 12" figure comes with a detailed outfit replicating the movie costume, a feather quill pen, a long bow, and an arrow with a note. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (9004/3714) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 MONTY PYTHON: BABY KILLER RABBIT PLUSH From Monty Python and the Holy Grail, this 6" killer rabbit features spring-loaded jaws. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4231/15025) (CAUT: 4) Plush $9.95 TRON 2.0 ACTION FIGURES From the long-awaited sequel to the classic Disney movie and video game comes these action figures from NECA's Reel Toys. Choose from the hero Jet Bradley, sexy female Mercury, imposing IC, and evil villain Thorne. Each figure stands 7-8" tall, come equipped with accessories, and features over 12 points of articulation. Each figure is highly detailed. Look for glow-in-the-dark variants. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (6338) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $12.00Ea. WEREWOLF OF LONDON 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE The Werewolf of London is a thriller that stars Henry Hull as a botanist who is attacked in Tibet by a wolf man and returns to his native England to find he has inherited the affliction of the beast. This figure features the likeness of Henry Hull who portrayed the Werewolf in the 1935 Universal Studios' release Werewolf of London. This highly articulated 12" figure comes with a detailed outfit replicating the movie costume, eyeglasses, test tubes, and a test tube rack and a flask. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (9004/4421) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 WITCHBLADE ANIMATED SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Introducing the first ever Palisades action figures fro the Top Cow Universe! These animated figures feature multiple point of articulation and are extremely detailed. Choose from: Witchblade, Magdalena, and Darkness. Each figures stands approximately 4 ½" tall. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship May 2003. (8644/12131) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $13.00Ea. YU-GI-OH 2-INCH FIGURE THREE-PACKS These three-packs feature key figures from the Yu-Gi-Oh TV show. Each pack has at least one figure with unique decorations. Collect all three three-packs to re-create all the battle scenes from the how. Each pack comes with three holo-tiles. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship April 2003. (744/56462-966S) (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. Three-Packs SRP: $12.00Ea. YU-GI-OH WAVE 3 2-INCH FIGURES WITH HOLO-BASES Now kids can help Yugi unleash Millenium Puzzle's age-old powers and defeat his evil foes! Inspired by the hit TV show, these 2" figures feature all the main characters in the mystical, fantasy world of Yu-Gi-Oh. This wave features over 60 figures, including Yugi, his friends, and dueling opponents. Each figure comes with a collectible holo-tile. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship April 2003. (744/56451-966S) (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: $4.40Ea. YU-GI-OH 6-INCH ACTION FIGURES These 6" figures let kids feel just like Yugi, the King of Games! Each figure has a unique dueling feature and comes with an animation flipbook which highlights scenes from the TV series. Choose from: Yugi, Black Luster Soldier, Celtic Warrior, Summoned Skull, Rude Kaiser, and Magician of Black Chaos. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship April 2003. (744/56451-966S) (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: $12.00Ea. ZOIDS WAVE 2 DELUXE ACTION FIGURES This wave is scheduled to include: Z-Builder Ray Arrosaur with lights, Z-Builder Missile Tortise with lights, Z-Builder Gorilla with lights, and Z-Builder Missile Molga. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (309/83117) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $15.50Ea. MUSIC BARBIE SHAKIRA CELEBRITY DOLL Music pop star Shakira debuts as a Barbie doll! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (744/B4534) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Doll $15.00 VIDEO GAMES 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. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #10 (Oct023565) Sets SRP: $27.99Ea. OFFERED AGAIN O/A KINGDOM HEARTS SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURE TWO-PACKS Disney paired up with Squaresoft (Final Fantasy) to produce Kingdom Hearts, a new interactive RPG for PlayStation 2. The game features existing Disney characters and worlds, as well as new one developed by Tetsuya Nomura, known for his work on Final Fantasy. This first series of figure tow-packs includes: Sora with Jack Skellington, Kairi with Maleficent, Riku with Hook, Donald Duck with Guard Armor, Goofy with Heartless Soldier, and Darkside with Pluto. Available now! (4387/76000) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Two-Packs SRP: $14.99Ea. ****************** WARCRAFT ACTION FIGURES Based on the popular PC game, Warcraft, these highly detailed figures feature 14 points of articulation. Choose from: Prince Arthas Death Knight, Tichondrius Dread Lord, and Standris Feathermoon Night Elf Archer. Scheduled to ship May 2003. (4368) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. PRINCE ARTHAS––Figure $11.99 TICHONDRIUS––Figure $11.99 SHANDRIS FEATHERMOON––Figure $11.99 STATUES AND MODELS COMIC BOOK HEROES COLOSSUS MINI-STATUE Peter Rasputin, aka Colossus, stands 7 1/2" tall as a chrome-plated collectible statue! Sculpted by Randy Bowen, the X-Man comes fully-painted and ready to display! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Statue $45.00 G.I. JOE: COBRA COMMANDER MINI-BUST From Palisades! This hand-crafted mini-bust stands approximately 6" tall on an authentic G.I. Joe base. Includes window box packaging that features an original Dave Dorman painting! See Cobra Commander oozing with contempt! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (8644/20038) (CAUT: 4) Bust $45.00 HEROBEAR & THE KID B&W LIMITED EDITION AP MAQUETTE Officially licensed, this maquette features a grey tone paint scheme, with the only color HeroBear's red cape. Designed by Mike Kunkel and Tracy Mark Lee, the 7" tall maquette is limited to 100 units. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity and a signed sketch by creator Mike Kunkel. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $129.00 FANTASTIC FOUR INVISIBLE WOMAN MINI-STATUE This 5 ½" tall mini-statue sculpted by Thomas Kuntz shows the Fantastic Four's Invisible Woman in all her sexy feminine glory! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Statue $45.00 LITTLE DOT TEENY WEENY MINI-MAQUETTE Strictly limited to 500 pieces worldwide, Little Dot stands approximately 5" tall. Designed by Tracy Mark Lee and sculpted by Bruce Lau, the maquette comes individually numbered in a decorated box with a Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $39.00 STAR OF THE MONTH ROGUES' GALLERY: KRAVEN THE HUNTER BUST A Diamond Select Release! Designed and sculpted by Art Asylum! Measuring 6" high and 4" wide, the Kraven Bust is limited to 6,000 pieces worldwide and features a full- color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667) (STAR17009) Bust $45.00 *********************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A SILVER AGE X-MEN: THE BEAST 8-INCH RESIN STATUE A Diamond Select Release! The Beast ships with the letter "X", sculpted in the classic X- Men logo style! Measuring 8", The Beast is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, each including a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/20163) Statue $75.00 O/A SPIDER-MAN BLACK COSTUME BUST A Diamond Select Release! Sculpted by Sam Greenwell, this re-painted bust depicts Spidey's post-Secret Wars black costume. Stands just over 6" tall with a web-draped logo base. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667) Bust $45.00 *********************** MISCELLANEOUS H.R. GIGER SPELL 1 RESIN CROSS This limited edition cross is based on the popular Spell painting by Swiss master surrealist and Alien designer H.R. Giger. Expertly sculpted by VAP Studios in collaboration with Giger. When mounted, this exceptional work of art is certain to be the focal point of any wall. Cross measures 33" W x 24.5" H x 5.5" D. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4310) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #11 (NOV023469) Cross $749.00 WAYNE BARLOW THE DECURIAN INFERNO BUST Based on the cover illustration on the Barlow portfolio Brushfire. The highly detailed bust is created by Paul Mendoza, hand-cast and hand-finished in museum quality polystone. Measures 10 ½" W x 13 ¼" H x 5 ½" D. Limited to 1,000 pieces, each in an illustrated collector box. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4310) (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. 12 #11 (NOV023466) Bust $125.00 MOVIES & TV AL BUNDY TOONED-UP MAQUETTE Strictly limited to 2,500 copies, Al Bundy is approximately 10" tall, and comes individually numbered. Designed by Tracy Mark Lee, and sculpted by Steve Schumacher. Maquette includes a decorated box. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $79.00 ALIEN RESIN STATUE—THE ALIEN EGG Two Statues in One based on the egg from Ridley Scott's 1979 classic, Alien. Hidden inside is a face hugger. The egg has a light-up feature. 2 AA Batteries included. Stands approximately 8 inches tall, including a gruesome detailed base. Individiually numbered. (8644/25003) (CAUT: 4) Statue $100.00 MUPPETS SERIES 3 BUSTS The timeless crazy characters from Jim Henson's The Muppet Show are now available as collectible busts that are fully painted and ready to display! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4310) (CAUT: 4) CAPTAIN LINK HOGTHROB (8004)—Bust $70.00 JANICE (8015)—Bust $65.00 SCOOTER (8002)—Bust $60.00 SWEDISH CHEF (8013)—Bust $70.00 ADVANCE SOLICITATION! STAR TREK BUSTS The sci-fi series by which all others are judged, Star Trek continues to be the Big Daddy by which all others are judged. Here are two of the most famous Star Fleet captains and their best right-hand men, preserved forever as collectible fully-painted busts! Captain Kirk and Spock ship in May 2003. Captain Picard and Data ship in June 2003. (4310) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. CAPTAIN KIRK (8401)—Bust $45.00 CAPTAIN PICARD (8405)—Bust $45.00 LT. COMMANDER DATA (8401)—Bust $45.00 SPOCK (8402)—Bust $45.00 ************** STAR WARS JEDI TRAINING REMOTE REPLICA Fully authorized and endorsed by Lucasfilm Ltd. Recreated from original Lucasfilm archival materials. Includes a custom-designed display stand, a silver-toned metal laque, and a certificate of authenticity. When placed on the display stand the prop appears to magically levitate without a means of visible support. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (5305/SW107) (CAUT: 4) Replica $249.00 TRIGUN SOLID PEWTER MINI-BUST This is 9lb. of solid pewter metal in a custom wood box! Limited to only 100 numbered pieces, each is accompanied with a hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity from Palisades President and CEO. (8644/20056) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Allocations may occur. Bust $200.00 TRANSFORMERS GRIMLOCK BUST A top-shelf 6 ½" tall bust of Grimlock sculpted by Jason Ray. Bust comes in a full-color collector's box. Limited to only 2,500 copies! Painted and ready to display! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (4372) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Available only in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, and the U.K. Bust $49.95 XXX KITS Here are model kits based on the cars featured in the high-octane action flick, XXX! Choose from the classic 1967 GTO muscle car, or the gravel-eating 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. Painting and assembly is required. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (476) (CAUT: 4) 1967 PONTIAC GTO (31968)—Kit $12.99 1998 CHEVROLET CORVETTE (31969)—Kit $12.99 IMPORT TOYS SECTION Unless otherwise noted, all Import Toys & Models listings are (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. ALTERNATIVE COMICS RAT FINK JAPANESE ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on the popular character created by car customizing legend Ed "Big Daddy" Roth! This series is scheduled to include: Ratfink (variant hands with flowers & pen, and mini bonus figure), Surfink (w/ mini bonus figure), Crazy Girl (w/ dynamite and a mini bonus figure), and Beast (w/ mini bonus figure). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (6268) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #3 (MAR023153) Figure SRP:$16.95Ea. ANIME DI GI CHARAT TRADING FIGURES SERIES 3 Imported from Japan! The third in a series of Di Gi Charat trading figures! Collect all 9 figures: Dejiko, Nurse Outfit Dejiko, Puchiko, Rabi~en~Rose, and Piyoko. Each figure measures about 3" to 4" tall. Look for clear chase figures! Ships in mystery box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (5455/4510417042488) Figure SRP: $6.95Ea. GALAXY ANGEL FIGURINES Imported from Japan! PVC figurines based on the hit anime! Choose from: Milfeulle (8" tall) Second Lieutenant of the Angel Troop, dressed in her white, gold, and pink uniform; or Mint (6 ½" tall), the 16-year-old Second Lieutenant wearing her signature ears and dressed in her white, blue and gold uniform. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (5455/) MILFEULLE (GAMILL01)—Figurine $14.99 MINT (GAMINT01)—Figurine $14.99 LOVE HINA: MOTOKO RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Motoko Aoyama dramatically posed with a sword is a hand- painted, cold-cast resin statue measuring 13 inches tall and is 1/6 scale. Includes wooden base, and packaged in an attractive color box. Limited to 600 pieces. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (5506/TMLH003) Statue $139.99 LOVE HINA: NARU JUMBO VINYL FIGURE Imported from Japan! One of the most popular characters from the romantic comedy anime, Love Hina, Naru Narusawa stands an amazing 40" tall, comes painted and ready to display, and is limited to 300 pieces worldwide. Or for the do-it-yourselfers, this piece is also available as a model kit, limited to 400. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4818) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #11 (NOV023473) FIGURE SRP: $400.00 MODEL KIT SRP: $330.00 METROPOLIS RESIN STATUES Imported from Japan! Collectible resin statues based on the characters seen in the popular anime film event, Metropolis, based on the visionary manga of the Godfather of Japanese Animation, Osamu Tezuka. Kenichi, Rock, and Tiema each stand approximately 8" tall, and come painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368) KENICHI (RE090021)—Statue $39.99 ROCK (RE090031)—Statue $39.99 TIEMA (RE090011)—Statue $39.99 BUILDING BLOCK FIGURES OFFERED AGAIN O/A PLANET OF THE APES KUBRICK SETS E-F Manufactured by Medicom and imported exclusively by Diamond Select Toys! Set E features 2 ½" tall Caesar w/Bridge, General Aldo, and Caesar Land's Ape. Set F features 2 ½" tall Cornelius, Zira, and Milo in spacesuits, with variant helmet heads and space ship. Figures disassemble into their component, modular pieces. Window box packages. Available Now! (4239) SET E (MEDKUB014)—Set $14.99 SET F (MEDKUB015)—Set $14.99 *************** QEE DESIGNER SERIES BUILDING BLOCK FIGURES #1 Imported from Hong Kong! This collection features a selection of 2" poseable figures of mice/bears, cats and dogs, each created by a popular designer, and featuring a removable keychain attachment. Each figure includes a mini collector stand and a trading designer card. Ships in mystery box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5587) Figure SRP: $2.99 EDWARD SCISSORHANDS EDWARD SCISSORHANDS 11-INCH LIMITED EDITION ACTION FIGURE Manufactured by Medicom and imported exclusively by Diamond Select Toys! The ultimate Edward Scissorhands collectible figure! Designed by Hiroshi Sawada, this deluxe collector's edition figure stands approximately 11" tall and features rooted hair, authentically styled leather-like outfit, fully-articulated body, and articulated scissorhands. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4239/SC35) Figure $250.00 HONG KONG VINYL OUT OF TOWN: CHUN SHAN VINYL FIGURE Imported from Hong Kong! From Jason Choy, creator of Ching Head, comes the first in the "Out of Town" Hong Kong urban vinyl figure series, featuring several points of articulation, beads, and baseball bat accessory. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5252) Figure $19.99 CHING HEAD: POTATO WHEEL VINYL FIGURE Imported from Hong Kong! Second in the Ching Head series, here's Potato Wheel — executioner for Ching City! The part-time butcher is yours with his trademark meat cleaver, club, apron, vest, and removable shoes! Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. Limited edition. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5252) Figure $45.00 GARBAGE ROBOTS VINYL ACTION FIGURES Imported from Hong Kong! HyperChild introduces the first two figures in their new Garbage Robots line: Rubble the robo-waiter and Rhythm the robo-dancer. Rubble is 5" tall, and Rhythm stands 6" tall, each with 4 to 5 points of articulation, and including their special recharge-battery. Each is limited to 500 pieces worldwide and comes packaged in specially designed boxes! Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4522) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Figure SRP: $39.99Ea. HORROR DAWN OF THE DEAD FIGURES Imported from Japan! Now, for the first time ever, you can own these grotesque replicas of zombies (and characters) from George A. Romero's Dawn of the Dead, the now- classic second film in his Living Dead trilogy! Each figure comes blister carded with a display base strewn with carnage. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368) BALD HEAD ZOMBIE (RE502011)—Figure $8.99 HATCHET HEAD ZOMBIE (RE502031)—Figure $8.99 MOTORCYCLE RIDER (RE502041)—Figure $8.99 STEPHEN (RE502021)—Figure $8.99 HORROR DEVILMAN DIE CAST METAL ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Special Low Price! Go Nagai's classic anti-hero stands approximately 6" tall and features multiple points of articulation. These heavy, die-cast metal figures are essential collectibles for the die-hard Devilman buff! Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368) BLUE (RE521101)—Figure $12.99 GREEN (RE521111)—Figure $12.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HELLSING ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on the hit anime, Hellsing! Seras Victoria comes with Long Rifle & Bipod. Arucard includes two pistols, variant hands, and blood bag! Both figures feature articulation at the neck, shoulders, and feet, and stand approximately 7" tall. Available Now! (4368/311657) ARUCARD (311657)—Figure $14.99 SERAS VICTORIA (311664)—Figure $14.99 ************* MASAMUNE SHIROW APPLESEED REPAINT ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on Masamune Shirow's anime/manga classic! Briareos the cyborg comes with a machine gun and features articulation at the neck, shoulder, elbow, and hand. Duenan in a Gasium Body Suit comes with a Gong gun, and features articulation at the neck, shoulder, elbow, and hand. Duenan in Orc Armor comes with two head styles and a Sebro J9 gun, and features articulation at the neck, shoulder, elbow, hand, and crotch. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368) BRIAREOS (31191-6)––Figure $14.99 DUENAN GASIUM SUIT (31189-3)––Figure $14.99 DUENAN ORC ARMOR (31190-9)––Figure $14.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: MASS PRODUCTION EVA WITH WINGS ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! The latest release in Kaiyodo's best-selling Neon Genesis Evangelion action figure series! Standing approximately 7" tall, the Mass Production Eva is the soldier unit of NERV appearing in the recently released NGE movie, End of Evangelion! This winged wonder features Kaiyodo's trademark articulation, and includes variant hands, weapons, and the aforementioned poseable wings! Sculpted by Katsuhisa Yamaguchi, the amazing detail and paint application will make this crew of EVAs (Units 05-13) the most sought-after Neon Genesis Evangelion toys yet! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4673) Figure $19.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION REI AYANAMI SWIMSUIT RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Sculpted for Kotobukiya by Makoto Kotobukiya bayashi, this pre- painted and pre-assembled cold-cast statue comes with a base, and is perfect for fans of anime and bishoujo collectibles. Statue measures approximately 10" in height. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4898) Statue $64.95 SUPER ROBOTS DANGAIOH ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! The ultimate robotic weapon from the anime series Hajyakyosei G Dangaioh! Three battle robots united! This vinyl action figure stands approximately 7 ½" tall, and features multiple points of articulation. (4368/RE871671) Figure $13.99 JUMBORG ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on the classic Tsuburaya Productions TV series! These figures are made in the style of the old "Mego" figures. Both Jumborg Ace and Jumborg 9 feature cloth costumes and articulated bodies. Ace comes with a mini "Phoenix 1" ship, while 9 comes with a "Phoenix 3" ship. Window box packaging. (4368) JUMBORG ACE (RE871691)—Figure $12.99 JUMBORG 9 (RE871681)—Figure $12.99 MIKAZUKI: SHINGETSU ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! Based on the six-episode mini-series, Mikazuki, directed by designer Keita Amamiya, the creator responsible for the live-action Zeiram and Hakaider movies! Shigetsu ("New Moon") is the rival robot to Mikazuki ("Crescent Moon"). This 7" tall vinyl figure features limited articulation and includes a Mikazuki keychain mascot. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368/TA074371) Figure $9.99 TRI-ZENON ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! This 7 ½" tall articulated figure depicts the robot from the anime, Tri-Zenon (Muteki Oh Tri-Zenon)! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368/RE871631) Figure $12.99 TRYDER G-7 RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Named for the seven gravity-defying transformations embodied in the title character, Tryder G-7 is ready to add to your Super Robot collection as this fully painted, ready-to-display resin statue measuring approximately 8" tall. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368/RE871521) Statue $49.99 ULTRAMAN ULTRASEVEN ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on the classic UltraSeven manga designs of the Ultra Hero, supporting cast, and his kaiju (monster) and seijin (alien) foes. Each figure stands approximately 6" tall with six points of articulation, featuring great detail and paint! Each figure comes blister carded with manga images on the package. Previews is proud to offer these classic kaiju at a special low price! Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4368) (CAUT: 3 & 4) ANNE YURI (RE520531)––Figure $3.99 ARON (RE520761)––Large Figure $3.99 BORG SEIJIN (RE520741))––Figure $3.99 COOL SEIJIN (RE520671)––Figure $3.99 CULASO SEIJIN (RR520821)––Figure $3.99 ELEKING (RE520601)––Figure $3.99 GABURA (RE520721)––Large Figure $3.99 GUTS SEIJIN (RE520541)––Figure $3.99 ICARUS SEIJIN (RE520681)––Figure $3.99 KING JOE (RE520581)––Figure $3.99 MICRAS (RE520571)––Figure $3.99 PEGASSA SEIJIN (RE520641)––Figure $3.99 PEROLINGA SEIJIN (RE520591)––Figure $3.99 PITT SEIJIN (RE520661)––Figure $3.99 PROTE SEIJIN (RE520731)––Figure $3.99 SHADOW SEIJIN (RE520711)––Figure $3.99 SHAPURAY SEIJIN (RE520701)––Figure $3.99 ULTRASEVEN (RE520512)––Figure $3.99 WINDAM (RE520521)––Figure $3.99 VIDEO GAMES DEVIL MAY CRY ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Featuring characters from the hit Playstation 2 video game! Choose from two different figure assortments: Dante (w/ handgun & sword), or Trish (w/ removable handgun). Also available are four different styles of Marionettes (w/ weapons & interchangeable heads). Each figures stands approximately 6" tall and features limited articulation. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4268/DMC) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. DANTE—Figure $9.99 TRISH—Figure $9.99 MARIONETTE—Figure $9.99Ea. DEVIL MAY CRY DANTE RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Dante, the lead character from the hit Playstation 2 video game, Devil May Cry, is captured in astounding detail as this collectible 7" tall resin statue, fully painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4368/31187-9) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Statue $149.99 METAL GEAR SOLID 2 12-INCH JAPANESE ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Based on the hit game by Konami, these are highly flexible, highly articulated –– over 15 points –– figures with accessories and weapons, that come packaged in their original Japanese window box packages. Choose from Solid Snake, Liquid Snake (black outfit), Sniper Wolf, and Meryl Silverburgh. The Japanese editions of these toys feature higher quality fabric outfits and include a large bonus weapon (not found with figures previously imported to the U.S.). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (4368) (CAUT: 3 & 4) LIQUID SNAKE––Figure $29.99 MERYL––Figure $29.99 SNIPER WOLF––Figure $29.99 SOLID SNAKE––Figure $29.99 STREET FIGHTER CHUN LI RESIN STATUES Imported from Japan! Chun-Li, one of the original (and most popular) Street Fighter characters ever, is captured as this stunning 9" tall statue, striking a pose to deliver a rib cage-shattering sidekick! Painted and ready to display. Choose from Chun-Lin in a Blue Dress, or the Previews Exclusive Red Dress edition! Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (4818) (CAUT: 3 & 4) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #9 (Sep023075-3076) BLUE DRESS—Statue $79.99 RED DRESS—Statue $79.99 TEKKEN 4 12-INCH FIGURES Imported from Japan! These 12" tall figures are based on the video game hit Tekken 4 by Namco, and feature superb sculpting and detailing! The first series includes: Jin Kazama, Tiger-Head King, Steve Fox, and Hwoarang. Series 2 includes: Brian Fury, Paul Pheonix, Violet, and Yoshimitsu. Each figure is fully articulated for a variety of action poses, and features a detailed cloth outfit. Schedule to ship in June 2003. (4818/5400) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These items are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Series 1 RES. from Previews Vol. XII #6 (Jun023294) SERIES 1––Figures SRP: $24.99Ea. SERIES 2––Figures SRP: $24.99Ea. PREVIEWS TOY STORE BACKLIST CINEMA OF FEAR MEZ-ITZ 3-PACK JUL022943 $13.99 FINAL FANTASY 9: OGLOP 4-INCH PLUSH MAR023143 $9.99 FINAL FANTASY X: SEYMOUR MONSTER DELUXE ACTION FIGURE JAN023349 $24.99 FINAL FANTASY X: TIDUS 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE OCT013410 $34.99 FINAL FANTASY X: TONBERRY 10-INCH PLUSH NOV013224 $21.99 FINAL FANTASY X: YOJIMBO DELUXE ACTION FIGURE JAN023350 $24.99 FINAL FANTASY MOVIE: GRAY EDWARDS BUST MAR012877 $39.99 HELLSING: ARUCARD ACTION FIGURE JUL023025 $14.99 HELLSING: SERAS VICTORIA ACTION FIGURE JUL023026 $14.99 JINKI MORIBITO ACTION FIGURE MAY025085 $24.99 PRINTS & POSTERS SECTION COMIC BOOK HEROES DAWN WALL SCROLL #3 A Diamond Select Release! Joseph Michael Linsner's red-haired goddess is portrayed on this sweet 100% satin 24" x 36" wall scroll!(4667/62004) Wall Scroll, 24x36, FC $14.95 KABUKI WALL SCROLL #1 A Diamond Select Release! David Mack's Asian assassin is featured on a captivating 100% satin 24" x 36" wall scroll! (4667/61001) Wall Scroll, 24x36, FC $14.95 DISNEY FANTASIA 2000 IMAX DOUBLE-SIDED ORIGINAL MOVIE POSTER Originally an IMAX Theater Exclusive, this is the original IMAX theatrical movie poster for Fantasia 2000. Double-sided and rolled, this 27" x 40" poster is protected in a plastic poly-tubing sleeve. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $43.99 FANTASY OFFERED AGAIN O/A BETTIE PAGE "DON'T TREAD ON ME' PRINT BY OLIVIA A sexy and seductive Bettie Page is portrayed by master painter Joel Barren on the full- color "Don't Tread On Me" print! (128/0211) Print $9.99 ********************* BUTTERFLY MAIDEN LIMITED EDITION PRINT A butterfly beauty shown on a large 12" x 15" full-color print on acid free archival 100lb. paper. Limited to only 600 copies signed and numbered in gold! (5329) (CAUT: 4) Print, 12x15, FC $19.99 LEOPARD QUEEN LIMITED EDITION PRINT Officially endorsed by model fitness star Amy Fadhli! Each 15" x 12" print on acid free archival 100lb. paper is signed and numbered in gold! Only 500 copies available! (5329) (CAUT: 4) Print, 12x15, FC $19.99 KEN KELLEY POSTERS Fantastic artwork by master painter Ken Kelley can now be yours with these 24" x 36" posters! (4945) (CAUT: 4) DEATH'S END (24044)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 KINGDOM OF THE KNIGHTS (24123)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 NORTH WATCH (24043)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 SHEILA WOLK POSTERS Whether it's a mermaid, or a temptress hidden underneath the field flowers, the images of Sheila Wolk are always breathtaking. Here are three 24" x 36" full-color posters featuring her stunning painted artwork! (4945) (CAUT: 4) CHAMELEON (24122)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 FIELD OF DREAMS (24120)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 METAMORPHISIS (24121)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 FINAL FANTASY FINAL FANTASY ADVANCE STYLE DOUBLE SIDED MOVIE POSTER This is the original advance style theatrical movie poster for the animated film based on the popular video game series. This 27" x 40" rolled poster is double-sided. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $17.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FINAL FANTASY X WALL SCROLLS Exclusively distributed in North America through Previews! More stunning CGI images from Final Fantasy X Playstation 2 RPG! One scroll features FFX hero Tidus, while the other features his love, Yuna. (4498) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan TIDUS—Wall Scroll, 24x36, FC $17.99 YUNA—Wall Scroll, 24x36, FC $17.99 ***************** MOVIES & TV DIE HARD ADVANCE STYLE ORIGINAL MOVIE POSTER This original single-sided theatrical movie poster for the first Die Hard movie starring Bruce Willis is an extremely rare find! (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $53.99 STAR WARS STAR WARS ORIGINAL MOVIE POSTERS These individually rolled posters are protected in a plastic poly-tubing sleeve. The Phantom Menace poster was the first movie poster to have the anti-counterfeit backlit "Lucasfilm" watermark embedded to prevent bootleg copies. (8846) (CAUT: 4) ATTACK OF THE CLONES—Poster, 27x40, FC $39.00 PHANTOM MENACE —Poster, 27x40, FC $39.00 TRANSFORMERS OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRANSFORMERS: AUTOBOT LOGO POSTER The sworn enemy of the Decepticons, the Autobots, led by the venerable Optimus Prime, have their logo on this 24" x 36" poster. You stand with the good guys when you stand with this poster. (4945/24053) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 24x36 $5.99 O/A TRANSFORMERS POSTERS Choose from the two notorious leaders from the Transformers! Megatron, the leader and founder of the Decepticons appears on one poster, and Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, is the star of the other one. Which side are you on? (4945) MEGATRON (24087)––Poster $5.50 OPTIMUS PRIME (24086)––Poster $5.50 O/A TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE POSTER A poster from the movie adaptation of one of the biggest children's television shows of the 80s, Transformers. The Autobots and Decepticons do battle for as long as you care to watch on this 24" x 36" poster. (4945/24055) Poster, 24x36 $5.50 ***************** VOLTRON VOLTRON UNIVERSE POSTER The characters which make up the action in the Voltron universe are all featured on this large full-color poster! (4971/VOL-POS-1) (CAUT: 4) Poster, FC $6.95 COLLECTIBLES & NOVELTIES SECTION ANIMATION DISNEY SPRING ROBOTS All your favorite Disney characters have gone robotic as this line of Disney Spring Robots! Choose from: Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, or Pluto, each measuring 2" to 3" tall. Figures available separately or in a full set. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. TOY SRP: $1.99Ea. SET (x5) $8.49 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FUTURAMA ZAPP BRANNIGAN ATOMIC RAY GUN Use the faux destructive sparkling action to impress any human, Neptunian, or Omicornian in your universe. Retro-styled tin ray gun with color lithography. (4870/610) Toy $12.99 O/A FUTURAMA TIN SIGN SERIES 1 & 2 New lower price! Featuring everyone's favorite loser, Fry; self-centered robot, Bender; and the rest of the humorous cast! (4870) (CAUT: 4) SERIES 1 (675) SRP: $9.75Ea. SERIES 2 (676) SRP: $9.75Ea. ******************* GARFIELD 25TH ANNIVERSARY 550-PIECE PUZZLE TIN Celebrate the fat-cat's 25th Anniversary with this 550-piece puzzle in a collector's tin. The puzzle image features a hidden 25. (4173) (CAUT: 4) Tin $12.99 LITTLE ASIA MOUSE PAD Little Asia is sculptor/designer Tracy Mark Lee's original creation, based on actress/model Asia Carrera. Mouse pad measures 7 ½" x 9" in full-color and is limited to 250 pieces. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Mouse Pad $15.99 BETTY BOOP BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK 14OZ SCULPTED MUG Features Betty and "Kiss the Cook" on the front and "Hey Good Lookin', What's Cookin'?" on the back. Measures 4 ¾" x 3 ½" x 5 ¾". (6500/102111) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Mug $11.99 BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK CEREAL SALT & PEPPER SHAKERS Salt and pepper shakers shaped like a cereal box depicting Betty, along with an old- fashioned milk bottle. (6500/10231) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Shakers $15.99 BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK COOKIE JAR WITH SOUND Betty and her pal Bimbo are featured on this unique cookie jar shaped like a stove. Measures 7 ½" x 6 ¾" x 7 ¾". (6500/10242) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Jar $81.49 BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK ICE CREAM SALT & PEPPER SHAKERS Shaped like a hot fudge sundae and carton of ice cream with Betty on the label. Measures 2 ½" x 2 ½" x 3 ½". (6500/10233) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Shakers $15.99 BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK MEASURING SPOON HOLDER Betty and Bimbo hold several measuring spoons, making them handy for use. (6500/10110) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Holder $27.99 BETTY BOOP SPOON REST Features Betty on a checkered background. Measures 8 ¾" x 3 ½" x ¾". (6500/10111) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Spoon Rest $10.49 BETTY BOOP: KISS THE COOK TEAPOT Features Betty standing next to the stove. Measures 10" x 6 ½" x 9". (6500/10151) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Teapot $32.49 BIKER BETTY COOP CELEBRIDUCK Rubber duck featuring biker Betty. Measures 5" x 5" x 4". (4750/CD1726) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Toy $12.99 BOBBLE HEADS THE DUKES OF HAZZARD BOBBLE HEADS Yeehawww! Choose from Bo Duke, Daisy Duke, and Luke Duke. Each stands 7 ½" tall. Window box packaging. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. BO (042007)—Bobble Head $10.99 DAISY (042205)—Bobble Head $10.99 LUKE (042106)—Bobble Head $10.99 FARSCAPE LIMITED EDITION RESIN BOBBLE HEADS Based on characters from the critically acclaimed Sci-Fi series! Choose from John Crichton, Chiana, Scorpious, and P'au Zotoh. Each limited to 999. (4629) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Bobble Heads SRP: $19.99Ea. MY LITTLE PONY BOBBLE HEADS Classic '80s equine icons! Choose from Applejack or Sundance. Each measures 7 ½" tall. Window box packaging. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. APPLEJACK—Bobble Head $10.99 SUNDANCE—Bobble Head $10.99 SIKE O'SHRINER BOBBLE HEAD Previously available at Less Thank Jake concerts, here's Sike O'Shriner! Shake dem bones! (4552) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Bobble Head $10.99 SNAP, CRACKLE, & POP BOBBLE HEAD SET Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal mascots together as a bobble head set! (4552) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set $28.49 THE THREE STOOGES BOBBLE HEADS Classic comedy icons! Choose from Moe, Larry, or Curly, each standing 7 ½" tall. Window box packaging. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. CURLY—Bobble Head $10.99 LARRY—Bobble Head $10.99 MOE—Bobble Head $10.99 CANDY & CONFECTIONS MARVEL MOVIE HEROES DECORATED GUMMY CANDY Fruit flavored candies decorated to resemble Daredevil, Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, Wolverine, Storm, and Elektra. (867/21611) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. MARVEL MOVIE HEROES GUMMY HEROES CANDY Choose from six gummy Marvel heroes: Daredevil, Storm, Spider-Man, Cyclops, Wolverine, and Elektra, available in chillin' cherry, blue raspberry rage, orange dream, and fierce lime. (867/21590) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. MARVEL MOVIE HEROES POWERPOPS Candy lollipops encased in vibrant translucent colored cases. Press the switch and out pops a delicious candy lollipop. Available the following flavors: Spider-Man/bursting blueberry, Daredevil/succulent strawberry, Hulk/green apple, Elektra/succulent strawberry, Storm/busrting blueberry, and Wolverine/chillin' cherry. (867/21601) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. MARVEL MOVIE HEROES SLINGER GUM Slingers attach to your wrist and is leaping with a roll of super sour power bubble gum. Choose from: Wolverine, The Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, Elektra, and Storm, available in sour apple stinger or sour strawberry pucker. (867/21620) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. DAREDEVIL & ELEKTRA CANDY BARS Four different chocolate bars featuring Daredevil and Elektra on the wrapper! Four styles: Daredevil: Milk Chocolate & Caramel, Milk Chocolate & Peanut Butter; Elektra: Pure Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate & Rasperry. Wrappers feature are by Greg Horn and other Marvel artists. (4505) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. COCA-COLA COCA-COLA COOLER BEAR 1000-PIECE PUZZLE TIN Featuring Coca-Cola's signature polar bear. Measures approximately 8" x 8" x 3 ¼". (6146/11071) (CAUT: 4) Tin $11.99 COCA-COLA DELIVERED 700-PIECE PUZZLE TIN Featuring a montage of delivery trucks and logos. Measures 5" x 5" x 6". (6146/11057) (CAUT: 4) Tin $7.99 COCA-COLA HISTORY 1000-PIECE PUZZLE TIN Featuring the history of Coke in puzzle form. Measures 8" x 8" x 2 ¼". (6146/11074) (CAUT: 4) Tin $11.99 COCA-COLA PLAY REFRESHED 700-PIECE PUZZLE TIN Featuring a montage of 1950s coke ads. Measures 5" x 5" x 6". (6146/10062) (CAUT: 4) Tin $7.99 DC HEROES SUPERMAN ACTION ALARM CLOCK When Superman Action Alarm Clock kicks into action, Superman flies in a circle around the top of the clock! Requires one AA battery—not included. (6124/SMAC) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Clock $5.99 SUPERMAN SHIELD PINBALL A hand-held bagatelle game emblazoned with a montage of classic Superman iamgery. (6124/SMSPB) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Game $10.49 WONDER WOMAN HEAD-SHAPED TIN CARRY-ALL Measures 8" x 7" x 2 ½". (4475/481107) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Tin $7.99 WONDER WOMAN TIN WASTE BINS Choose from three different designs. Measures 8 ¾" in diameter and 10" tall. (4475/482207) (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. Tins SRP: $5.50Ea. FANTASY BARRY MOSER GOTHIC NOTECARD SET Featuring four images in full-color and black-and-white, measuring 4 ¾" x 7 1/8" with matching envelopes. Descriptive copy of the medium used, the size of the original work, and which classic the image is from is noted on the back of each card. The 16 cards come in a decorated keepsake, magnetic closure box. (5306) (CAUT: 4) Set (x16) $14.95 BROM: DARKWERKS AND OFFERINGS NOTECARD SET Featuring four full-color images form Darkwerks and Offerings, measuring 4 ¾" x 7 1/8" with matching envelopes. Descriptive copy of the medium used, the size of the original work, and which classic the image is from is noted on the back of each card. The 16 cards come in a decorated keepsake, magnetic closure box. (5306) (CAUT: 4) Set (x16) $14.95 DRAGONS BY CIRUELO CARBAL NOTECARD SET Featuring four full-color images by Spanish artist and author Ciruelo, measuring 4 ¾" x 7 1/8" with matching envelopes. Descriptive copy of the medium used, the size of the original work, and which classic the image is from is noted on the back of each card. The 16 cards come in a decorated keepsake, magnetic closure box. (5306) (CAUT: 4) Set (x16) $14.95 FINAL FANTASY OFFERED AGAIN O/A FINAL FANTASY X LUNCHBOXES Sporting high-quality character graphics and action sequences based on the hit Playstation video game! (4898) (CAUT: 4) #1—Lunchbox $7.99 #2—Lunchbox $7.99 ****************** HELLBOY HELLBOY NOTECARD SET Featuring four full-color images by Mike Mignola, measuring 4 ¾" x 7 1/8" with matching envelopes. Descriptive copy of the medium used, the size of the original work, and which classic the image is from is noted on the back of each card. The 16 cards come in a decorated keepsake, magnetic closure box. (5306) (CAUT: 4) Set (x16) $14.95 HULK HULK COTTON CANDY Measures 11 ½" x 7" x 3". (5198/58249D) (CAUT: 4) Candy SRP: $1.50Ea. HULK SOUR GUMMI CANDY Measures 5 7/8" x 3 ½" x ¾". (5198/56153) (CAUT: 4) Candy SRP: $1.25Ea. HULK ACTION BANK WITH CLOCK When it comes to savings, The Hulk is a smash! This motorized coin bank springs into action when a coin is placed in the slot — Hulk swings his arms, yells "Hulk Smash!" and he breaks down the brick wall! When finished, the wall re-sets itself for another deposit! Measures 10" x 8" x 13". Window "try me" box packaging. (6404) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Bank $24.99 HULK: THE MOVIE LARGE CARRY-ALL TINS Choose from two different designs. Measures 7 ½" x 6" x 2 ¾". (4475/797607) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Tins SRP: $5.50Ea. HULK: THE MOVIE LARGE WORKMAN TINS Choose from three different designs. Measures 7" x 3 ½" x 5 ¼". (4475/794507) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in outside the U.S. Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Tins SRP: $5.50Ea. HULK: THE MOVIE TIN BACKPACK CLIPS Choose from three different designs. Measures 3 3/8" x 1 3/8" x ½". (4475) NOTE: Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Clips SRP: $1.99Ea. HULK: THE MOVIE TIN PENCIL BOXES Choose from three different designs. (4475/707807B) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Tins SRP: $2.25Ea. HULK: THE MOVIE TINS WALL SIGNS Choose from two different designs. Measures 11" x 17". (4475/793107) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Signs SRP: $4.50Ea. INCREDIBLE HULK JOURNAL Keep a journal, sketch, or doodle away with this Incredible Hulk Journal, featuring classic Hulk graphics from Marvel Comics! (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. HC $6.99 THE LORD OF THE RINGS THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS MAGNET SET Includes six different magnets. Each measures 2 ½" x 3 ½". (7146) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Set (x6) $20.49 MARVEL HEROES DAREDEVIL MAGNET SET Includes seven different magnets, each measuring 2 ½" x 3 ½". (7146) (CAUT: 4) Set (x7) $23.99 SPIDER-MAN JOURNAL Keep a journal, sketch, or doodle away with this Spider-Man, featuring classic Spidey graphics from Marvel Comics! (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. HC $6.99 X-MEN LIMITED EDITION 6-INCH RESIN CLOCKS Choose from Magneto, with light-up eyes and magnetic ball around clock and in his hands; Cyclops, with light-up visor and melting metal around the clock; and Wolverine, with light-up eyes, X-Men badge, and tops of sliced I-beams. Measures 3" x 3" x 6". Limited to 10,000. Window box packaging. (5497) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. CYCLOPS (369306)––Clock $24.99 MAGNETO (369206)––Clock $24.99 WOLVERINE (361906)––Clock $24.99 MUSIC ROCK LEGENDS 24KT GOLD LP PLAQUES Choose from Jimi Hendrix Are You Experienced, measuring 18" x 24"; and Ozzy Osbourne Etched, measuring 16" x 20". Limited to 2,500. (4155) (CAUT: 4) HENDRIX (LP100002)—Plaque $199.99 OSBOURNE (LP2012)—Plaque $199.99 JOHN LENNON LIVE IN NEW YORK PHOTOGOLD PLAQUE Measures 12" x 15". (4155/PG2002) (CAUT: 4) Plaque $34.99 KISS CELEBRIDUCK SET Includes all four KISS members as rubber ducks! Window box packaging. (4750) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set (x4) $49.99 THE OSBOURNES FAMILY CLELBRIDUCK SET Includes the whole Osborne family as rubber ducks! Window box packaging. Ozzy also sold separately. (4750) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. SET (CD1728) $49.99 OZZY (CD1727) $12.99 OLIVIA OLIVIA COMPLETE NEW GREETING CARD PACK Contains Olivia's complete new card pack and 10 new Bettie Page cards, as well as 15 all-new cards and envelopes. Also available with a hand-signed card. (128) (CAUT: 4) REG.—Pack $24.99 SGN.—Pack $39.00 REPLICAS JACKAL 1999 HIBBEN KNIFE Designed by world-renowned weaponsmith Gil Hibben, this design was used in Star Trek: Nemesis and was pictured prominently on the one-sheet poster! Overall length measures 15 1/8"; blade measures 8 ¼". Includes leather sheath. (4792/UC1169) (CAUT: 4) Replica $126.99 JACKAL COLLECTIBLE PIN Collector's pin replicating a classic blade by designer Gil Hibben. Measures 2" overall. (4792/UC1169PIN) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Pin $5.99 JACKAL DISPLAY STAND Display your Gil Hibben Jackal blade on this stylish stand, measures 8 5/8" x 4 7/8" x ¾". (4792/UC1168STD) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Stand $17.49 A KNIGHT'S TALE: STEEL HELMET WITH MOVABLE VISOR AND STAND As seen in the hit film starring Heath Ledger, this helmet is constructed of 18-gauge steel and features a movable visor and leather liner. Display stand included. (5465) (CAUT: 4) Replica $249.99 SEA MONKEYS AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS EXECUTIVE SET Whether or not they had Sea Monkeys when they were kids, these "office pets" are perfect for the mogul or captain of industry in your life. Includes growth food, feeding spoon, magnifying glass, live sea monkey eggs, Plasma II, gold-top aquarium, and more! (5584/6804) (CAUT: 4) Set $17.99 AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS MAGIC CASTLE NINE-PIECE SET This set includes: magic castle shaped aquarium, water purifier, live sea monkey eggs, growth food, Amazing Plasma III, feeding spoon, and more! (5584/6608) (CAUT: 4) Set $10.99 AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS MAGIQUARIUM SET Made visible in complete darkness! This set includes: illustrated instructions, phosphorescent aquarium kit, live pet sea monkeys, and feeding spoon. (5584/6015) (CAUT: 4) Set $8.99 AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS SPACE SHUTTLE EXPEDITION SET Sea Monkeys were actually used by NASA in experiments in zero gravity, so this Space Shuttle-shaped "expedition" set makes perfect sense! Set also includes: water purifier, sea monkey eggs, growth food, Living Plasma III, feeding/plasma dosage spoon, illustrated instructions, Sea Monkey Life Insurance Policy, built in-magnifier, bubbler, and a high beam light switch. Window box packaging. (5584/6601) (CAUT: 4) Set $19.99 AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS SHAKY THE SEA MONKEY BOBBLE HEAD Easy to care for, because it doesn't require food or water. And its very agreeable! (5584/6014) (CAUT: 4) Bobble Head $4.99 THE SIMPSONS THE SIMPSONS: POWER PLANT BENDABLES SET Simpsons collector's will glow with delight with this new set featuring the crew from Springfield's volatile nuclear power plant! Set includes Homer, Mr. Burns, Smithers, Lenny, and Carl. Figures measure approximately 6" tall. Window box packaging. (4750/SF302) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set (x5) $17.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE SIMPSONS FAMILY BENDABLES FIGURE SET Springfield's finest family can be bent and put in any positions you please! Homer (6" tall), Marge (6 ¾" tall), Bart (4 ½" tall), Lisa (3 ¾" tall), and Maggie (2 ½" tall). And, as a bonus, included is the family dog, Santa's Little Helper! (4750/SF301) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set (x5) $17.50 ****************** THE SIMPSONS: HOMER JACK-IN-THE-BOX D'oh goes the Homer! Turn the crank on the side and hear The Simpsons theme. When it finishes, Homer pops out. Features Homer artwork on all sides. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Toy $18.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE SIMPSONS TIN SIGNS New lower price! This collection of tin signs covers nearly every facet of life in the crazy town of Springfield. From the Comic Book Guy, to the Power Plant, to the Kwik-E-Mart, to Krusty the Clown's Chat Line, you've got your bases covered when you grab all of these cool signs. Each measures approximately 11" x 17". (4870) (CAUT: 4) COMIC BOOK GUY—Sign $9.75 GREETINGS FROM SPRINGFIELD—Sign $9.75 KWIK-E-MART—Sign $9.75 KRUSTY CHAT LINE—Sign $9.75 ******************** TIN TOYS ROBOT WIND-UP TOYS New and classic designs of tin toy robots from yesteryear! Choose from Lilliput, Roxy the Robot Maid, and Robot X27 Explorer. Window box packgaging. (6124) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. LILLIPUT (MS393)—Toy $6.99 ROXY THE MAID (RRM)—Toy $6.50 X27 EXPLORER (MS398)—Toy $8.99 GAMES SECTION ALLIANCE GAME DISTRIBUTORS GAME TRADE MAGAZINE #38 WizKids unveils their "Top Secret" game on the cover of this issue, plus a prize drawing for Warcry, a mass-combat CCG set in the immensely popular Warhammer Fantasy universe, and much more! GTM 38 $1.99 ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS CCG: HEAVEN & EARTH The samurai of Rokugan learn a terrible truth - the Dark Kami, Fu Leng, has been released into the Celestial Heavens and now wages a war against his brethren! Meanwhile, the struggle for the throne becomes violent as war erupts between two of the Four Winds. Heaven and Earth includes over 150+ brand new cards and new Lion, Phoenix, and Shadowlands strongholds, as well as a new, 5th Wind! This L5R CCG expansion is introduced in 84-card decks packaged in 6-count displays, and 11-card booster packs offered in 48-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please check with your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) Booster Pack AEG 12630-S $2.99 Booster Display AEG 12630-D $143.52 Starter Deck AEG 12620-S $11.99 Starter Display AEG 12620-D $71.94 SWASHBUCKLING ADVENTURE: FORTRESSES & HIDEOUTS Fortresses and Hideouts contains a plethora of exciting Thean locations suitable as campaign settings, dungeon crawls, or adventure seeds in any d20 campaign, including beautiful maps, extensive statistics, and adventure hooks. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) AEG 8555 $24.95 ALIEN MENACE GAMES NIGHT OF THE ILL-TEMPERED SQUIRREL Pawn off the best actors on your fellow movie makers while leaving the absolute worst to work on your film in this card game where making a B-Movie has never been so hard. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP ANM7356 $7.95 SHRIMPIN' Mount special shrimp-catchin' equipment and cause events and malfunctions to slow down your opponents in this fast-paced card game where players vie for the biggest shrimp catches through the course of several days. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP ANM7358 $7.95 WITCH HUNT Protect your own villagers from the hangman's noose while incriminating others with false accusations, planted toadstools, and bribes in this satirical non-collectible card game rooted in the Salem Witch Trials. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP ANM7357 $7.95 ATLAS GAMES PENUMBRA: DYNASTIES & DEMAGOGUES Fraught with plots and counter-plots, assassinations, duels, and political intrigue, Dynasties and Demagogues is a 160-page d20 toolkit featuring details on eight distinct political settings, blueprints for political adventure and campaign construction, six sample adventures, plus new spells, magic items, feats, and prestige classes to help enhance your political savvy and power brokering in any fantasy campaign. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) ATG 3220 $28.95 AVALANCHE PRESS AMERICA TRIUMPHANT: THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE From Origins Award-winning designer Brian L. Knipple comes this fast-playing d20 Modern game focusing on the American victory over Nazi Germany in December, 1944. Take command of the German Fifth and Sixth Panzer Armies or the American First and Third Armies in this climactic battle of World War II. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 023 $34.95 AMERICAN CRUSADE: THE WAR AGAINST NAZI GERMANY This comprehensive d20 Modern guide details the tanks, weapons, and troops of the United States and Nazi Germany during the war torn years between 1944-45. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 928 $34.95 EMPIRE'S END In 2012, a rogue comet destroys Earth's moon, forcing the last vestige of humanity to flee out into the stars, forming a new stellar empire in the shadows of an ancient prophecy naming humans as the mysterious Sixth Race that would destroy the old order to bring about a new Golden Age. Now, the galaxy stands on the brink of destruction. Empire's End is the new d20 roleplaying game detailing the last great struggle of the human race and the ultimate fate of the galaxy. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 927 $34.95 VIKING AGE Add the real barbarians to your d20 campaign, or start a new one among the Norse raiders or their gods! From the team that brought you Celtic Age comes the ultimate guide to Viking reality. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 929 $34.95 BASTION PRESS FAERIES This 96-page d20 supplement provides new rules and an understanding of fairy folk, the fey races, and creatures more ancient than dragons, featuring new skills, spells, magical artifacts, monsters, lore, and secrets from the fey. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS BAS1010 $24.95 BOTTLED IMP GAMES LORDS OF THE NIGHT: LICHES The second in the four-part Darkness Rising d20 campaign series, now players can portray liche-based characters based in the City of Lost Souls, Kethak, with the innovative Arcane character creation system. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP BIP1001 $20.99 CABIL DIRT CHEEP: CITYSCAPES CD-ROM CaBil is proud to introduce, in association with MicroTactix Games, the first of the Dirt Cheep line, Cityscapes. Included in this CD-ROM are all the files you need to build a city in the heroic scale, perfect for use in collectible miniature games. This set contains city block maps, skyscrapers that can be built to any height, a wide variety of vehicles, and all of the little details to make your city complete. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP CIL0701 $25.00 CITIZEN GAMES MASTERSCREEN QUAD This new MasterScreen is a traditional quad-fold GM screen constructed of durable vinyl with a rigid chipboard interior, featuring eight clear plastic pockets on each face specially designed to allow for easy customization and resource document storage. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP CIT2100 $24.95 CRITICAL HIT SQUADS & LEADERS: BUSTING THE BOCAGE (REPRINT) This historical Advanced Squad Leader module focuses on the 2nd Ranger Battalion at Pointe du Hoc, and includes six scenarios, analysis, a newly remastered map, and counters. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRI 3013 $16.95 COMBAT! RANGERS 2ND EDITION Combat! Rangers 2nd Edition features six brand-new scenarios, a new map of the hedgerow country of Pointe du Hoc, 450+ color die-cut counters, a 32-page Combat 2nd Edition rulebook, three newly designed play aids, and a complete Combat! Normandy upgrade kit with all the counters, rules, and information to play using all your previous Combat! Normandy scenarios and maps. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRI 4015 $29.95 COMBAT! RANGERS GAMERS GUIDE This 44-page publication introduces players to the history and extensive play options of Combat! Rangers and the state-of-the-art Tobruk system. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRI 4016 $19.95 SQUADS & LEADERS: HERO PAX 1 - HURGTEN HELL TO BULGE NIGHTMARE This first offering in the brand new Squads & Leaders Hero Pax series features eight new, tournament-sized scenarios on heavyweight cardstock, plus quickstart rules. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRI 3007 $11.95 SQUADS & LEADERS: JATKOSOTA - FINLAND AT WAR This new edition of Jatkosota: Finland at War features 10 scenarios, 106 die-cut counters of Finnish personnel and equipment, and a special rules play aid. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRI 3014 $19.95 DARK AGES MINIATURES USAGI YOJIMBO MINIATURES For use with any Super Hero RPG. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) USAGI DIA 311131 $5.00 GEN DIA 311132 $5.00 KATSUICHI DIA 311133 $5.00 JEI DIA 311134 $5.00 SCARED PEASANT DIA 311135 $5.00 SUPER ROLEPLAYER MINIATURES For use with any Super Hero RPG. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) SUMO NAMI DIA 311136 $3.00 ARSON OF A GUN DIA 311137 $3.00 HEAD HONCHO DIA 311138 $3.00 GAZE OOKS DIA 311139 $3.00 BEE MASTER DIA 311140 $3.00 ELECTRIC HEEL DIA 311142 $3.00 HALFLING MINIATURES For use with any Super Hero RPG. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) PACK A DIA 311143 $8.50 PACK B: TOWNSFOLK DIA 311144 $7.50 PACK C DIA 311146 $7.50 DAYS OF WONDER FIST OF DRAGONSTONES Fist of Dragonstones is an exciting, closed-fist, bidding game where players try to outwit their opponents by using gold and magic coins to buy control of an ever-changing cast of enchanted character cards. Components include 33 character cards featuring the brilliant illustrations of French artist Julien Delval, 119 wooden coins, 36 glass Dragonstones in red, blue, and yellow, six special wooden scoring dice, six full-color Player Screens, a storage bag, and a Days of Wonder Web-Card, providing you with instant access to Dragonstones Online. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DOW 5001 $24.95 GANG OF FOUR From the gambling backstreets of Hong Kong comes this exciting, addictive card game of cunning, strategy, and power. Gang of Four features a special 64-card deck illustrated with traditional Chinese themes, plus two rules summary cards, a full-color rules booklet, scorepad, and a Days of Wonder Web-Card, providing you with access to Gang of Four Online. For 3-4 players, ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DOW 2001 $19.95 DECIPHER LORD OF THE RINGS CCG: BATTLE OF HELM'S DEEP Battle of Helm's Deep is a 128-card expansion series for the Lord of the Rings CCG, introducing new depth and options to existing strategies and exciting new challenges as well. Look for Gollum, Sauron sentries patrolling the parapets of the Black Gate, the Warg riders from Isengard, and the Knights of Gondor defending Osgiliath. The huge Uruk berserkers make their debut, while Gimli and Legolas receive cards making them strong as a duo, and much, much more! The series is introduced in two unique 60-card starter decks (Eowyn and Legolas) featured in 12-count displays, as well as 11-card booster packs packaged in 36-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please check with your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) Booster Pack DCR 103443-S $3.29 Booster Display DCR 103443-D $118.44 Starter Deck DCR 103448-S $9.99 Starter Display DCR 103448-D $119.88 DECISION GAMES CAPTIVATION BOARDGAME Capture your opponent's cones through stacking and strategic maneuvering while simultaneously avoiding being captured yourself in your quest to move all of your cones safely into your homebase. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DCG 1900 $25.00 DER WELT KRIEG: ITALIAN FRONT 1915-1918 Designed to be linked with the East Front and West Front game series, Italian Front contains these five separate battle scenarios: 1st Isonzo, Strafexpedition, 10th Isonzo, Caporreto, and Albrecht & Radetzky. Components include a 22" x 34" mapsheet, 560 die-cut counters, scenario books, player aid cards, and standard rules. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DCG SPW105 $39.95 REBELS & REDCOATS VOLUME 3 The Rebels & Redcoats game system recreates battlefield conditions with a move-fight- rally play sequence to simulate the grand tactics of these featured battles: Brooklyn, Harlem Heights, White Plains, Trenton, Princeton, Stony Point, and King's Mountain. Components include two 22" x 34" regional maps, 560 counters, dice, a storage bag, and a comprehensive rulebook. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DCG 4013 $49.95 DREAM POD 9 JOVIAN CHRONICLES: CISLUNAR SPACE Starting from the history of cislunar exploration and settlement to the uneasy reality of modern-day CEGA domination, this planet sourcebook for Jovian Chronicles examines the complicated relationship between the lunar and oribital colonies. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DPN 328 $19.95 FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES A GAME OF THRONES CCG: A FLIGHT OF DRAGONS The land of Westeros is in great danger. Out of the Eastern lands the mother of dragons, Danery's Stormborn, is returning to Westeros to claim what is rightfully hers. Offered in 36-count displays, the A Flight of Dragons expansion introduces the fifth and final House, House Targaryen, to the popular A Game of Thrones CCG, as well as a wealth of new card options for the existing four Houses, Greyjoy, Lannister, Baratheon, and Stark. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please check with your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) Booster Display FFG GOT-05 $118.44 Booster Pack FFG GOT-05S $3.29 MIDNIGHT: AGAINST THE SHADOW The first supplement for the Midnight fantasy campaign setting, Against the Shadow is a 128-page d20 sourcebook providing a wealth of rules information and game options, plus new feats, prestige classes, spells, and equipment, as well as new options for the heroic paths. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) FFG MN-02 $21.95 THE PRINCE - THE STRUGGLE OF HOUSE BORGIA Relive the treachery, deceit, backstabbing, and war of Cesare Borgia and the other states and leaders that surrounded him in this strategic card game where players represent one of the great, powerful Italian families in your quest to attain the one position that will guarantee you fame, wealth, and power: The Papacy! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) FFG PHL-04 $19.95 FAST FORWARD ENTERTAINMENT SUNDERED EMPIRES CAMPAIGN SYSTEM Created by veteran game designers William W. Connors and James M. Ward, Sundered Empires is the imaginative d20 campaign setting that draws characters together from every genre - fantasy, science fiction, super-hero - and pits their skills and abilities on a harsh and unforgiving planet. Will history remember your character as a brave hero or just another dead outlander? Only time will tell! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) FAF 2600 $24.99 FIERY DRAGON PRODUCTIONS ATOMIC CITY With detailed character creation, supplemental rules, background history, and over 40 sample character stats, Atomic City introduces a d20 Modern setting based on the comic book series Atomic City Tales by Jay Stephens. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP FDP4100 $26.95 GAMES WORKSHOP BATTLE FLEET GOTHIC: IMPERIAL GUARD APOCALYPSE CLASS BATTLESHIP Battle Fleet Gothic Miniatures. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) GAW BG27 $30.00 BLOOD BOWL ANNUAL 2003 Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) GAW BBANN02 $15.00 NECROMUNDA: HIVE PRIMUS Necromunda Miniatures. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) GAW N001 $30.00 TALISMAN: THE MAGICAL QUEST GAME Players will once again be able to venture through fantasy realms filled with dangerous monsters, treacherous traps, stalwart followers, and more as they quest for the magical Talismans necessary to defeat the powerful Dragon King! Talisman comes complete with everything needed to play, including a full-color playing board, cards representing the encounters facing the players, (11) plastic Citadel Miniatures to represent each player's character, dice, and more! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) GAW 0190 $75.00 WARHAMMER 40,000 MINIATURES Warhammer 40,000 is a game of tabletop warfare set in the dark nightmare future of the 41st Millennium. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) DAEMONHUNTERS ACCOLYTE AND CHERUB GAW 8047C $8.00 DAEMONHUNTERS DEATH CULT ASSASSIN GAW 8047E $10.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT CAPTAIN STERN GAW 8047L $15.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT TERMINATOR GAW 8047M $10.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT TERMINATOR WITH INCINERATOR GAW 8047N $10.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT TERMINATOR WITH PSYCANNON GAW 8047P $10.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT WITH INCINERATOR GAW 8047J $8.00 DAEMONHUNTERS GREY KNIGHT WITH PSYCANNON GAW 8047K $8.00 DAEMONHUNTERS IMPERIAL SERVITOR GAW 8047F $8.00 INQUISITOR DAEMONHUNTER GAW 8047D $10.00 WARHAMMER FANTASY MINIATURES Warhammer is a tabletop miniatures game of grim adventure where mighty warriors, wizened mages, and savage monsters struggle for supremacy and survival! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) DARK ELVES BLACK GUARD GAW 1651 $40.00 DARK ELVES WITCH ELVES GAW 1652 $35.00 EMPIRE DETACHMENT GAW 3069 $30.00 EMPIRE WARRIOR PRIEST OF ULRIC GAW 8557E $13.00 HIGH ELVES PHOENIX GUARD GAW 1654 $40.00 TERRAIN FARM GAW 64-25 $40.00 GEO-HEX BATTLEGROUND TERRAIN Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) FORTIFIED ENTRENCHMENTS (4) (DESERT) GHX GH-9031 $16.95 FORTIFIED ENTRENCHMENTS (4) (GRASS) GHX GH-8031 $16.95 FORTIFIED HILLTOP WITH TRENCHES (DESERT) GHX GH-9034 $27.95 FORTIFIED HILLTOP WITH TRENCHES (GRASS) GHX GH-8034 $27.95 LARGE BUNKER WITH ENTRENCHMENTS (DESERT) GHX GH-9033 $27.95 LARGE BUNKER WITH ENTRENCHMENTS (GRASS) GHX GH-8033 $27.95 SMALL BUNKER WITH ENTRENCHMENTS (DESERT) GHX GH-9032 $16.95 SMALL BUNKER WITH ENTRENCHMENTS (GRASS) GHX GH-8032 $16.95 DESPERADO 25MM WESTERN CHARACTER SERIES MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CALAMITY JANE GHX MKP35010 $2.25 CISCO KID GHX MKP35011 $2.25 EX-REBEL SCOUT WITH HENRY RIFLE GHX MKP35003 $2.25 GUNMAN IN DUSTER WITH RIFLE GHX MKP35017 $2.25 RANGER WITH PISTOL GHX MKP35018 $2.25 SHERIFF WITH EYE PATCH GHX MKP35002 $2.25 TEMPLE Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CENTRAL AMERICAN PYRAMID OF THE WARRIORS A two tier rectangular pyramid with jaguar and eagle relief. GHX GT99602 $25.00 EGYPTIAN PYRAMID WITH EYE OF HORUS GHX GT99701 $18.00 TEMPLE OF THE WARRIORS A large temple building with jaguar and eagle relief. GHX GT99652 $20.00 TEMPLE PLATFORM MODULAR SET (5) This modular set features five small platforms and two resin stairs to link temples or use as stand alone items. GHX GT99604 $20.00 WARRIOR PYRAMID COMPLETE SET The Warrior Pyramid Complete Set contains a two tier rectangular pyramid with jaguar and eagle relief, plus a three-piece foam platform set complete with two resin stairs. GHX GT99691 $62.50 WARRIOR PYRAMID EXPANSION SET (5) This three-piece foam set complete with two resin stairs adds two levels to the pyramid to create a colossal monument. GHX GT99603 $20.00 GOODMAN GAMES THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO LICHES The Complete Guide to Liches looks at all stages in a lich's life, including details on the lich's lair, the process of creation, combat strategies, several new lich variants, and more. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP GMG3003 $11.00 DINOSAUR PLANET: DINOSAURS THAT NEVER WERE This monster manual presents d20 stats for 50 dinosaurs that could have evolved on Earth - but didn't. These "dinosaurs that never were" can be found in Storm Valley on the planet of Cretasus, where they have diverged fantastically from their Earth ancestors. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP GMG1004 $18.00 GREEN RONIN PUBLISHING TALES OF FREEPORT Return to the city of Freeport and tangle with the dreaded Soul of the Serpent in this brand new anthology of four d20 adventures. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1020 $18.95 TESTAMENT: ROLEPLAYING IN THE BIBLICAL ERA Play a wandering Babylonian magus, a sorcerer in the service of Pharaoh, a Canaanite maker of idols, or a Prophet of the God of Israel, and walk the streets of Jerusalem, stand beside King David, smite Philistines, and battle the legendary beasts of Babylon in this d20 campaign setting that brings the world of the Bible to vivid life! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1019 $27.95 TODD GAMBLE'S CARTOGRAPHICA: JOURNAL OF MAPS ENnie Award-winning cartographer Todd Gamble (Return to the Temple of Elemental Evil, Manual of the Planes) crafted this impressive selection of full-color maps detailing a host of dungeons, subterranean lairs, overland routes, fantasy buildings, and castles suitable for any fantasy roleplaying campaign. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR1021 $16.95 GUARDIANS OF ORDER BIG EYES, SMALL MOUTH D20 RPG HC The two-time Origins Award nominated multi-genre Japanese anime RPG is now available for the d20 System! BESM d20 includes exciting new character classes and feats, an exhaustive point-based attribute list, and a detailed cost assignment for the core Third Edition fantasy races and classes. Also available in a special limited edition version boasting a foil-stamped leatherette hardbound cover captured in an exquisite dust jacket, complete with a cloth bookmark. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) Limited Edition GOO 02-699 $59.95 Regular Edition GOO 02-600 $29.95 SILVER AGE SENTINELS: STINGY GAMER EDITION RPG This compact edition of the Silver Age Sentinels d20 rulebook contains everything you need to play the entire range of superhuman power levels in your adventures, introducing numerous superhero character classes and new skills, plus an exhaustive add-on mechanic for superpowers, dozens of sample characters, and the complete world setting of Empire City. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) GOO 13-299 $9.95 HOLISTIC DESIGN FADING SUNS D20: CHARACTER CODEX This Fading Suns d20 compendium features new player character factions, prestige classes for knightly orders, Church sects, new psychic and theurgic powers, plus new equipment, weapons, independent guilds, military units, and more. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) HDI 0255 $25.00 THE INNER CIRCLE DENIZENS OF AVADNU HC Over 175 strange and outlandish creatures lurk within the pages of this vast d20 System tome, showcasing highly-detailed creature profiles, new monster types, Monster Class Templates, and an extensive appendix devoted to new special qualities, supernatural powers, and extraordinary abilities for GMs to easily design their own monstrous creations. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #7 (JUL023456) IMP INC1000 $39.95 IONIAN GAMES STUDIO XRO DINN CHRONICLES RPG 2ND EDITION HC The Xro Dinn Chronicles is an epic science fiction campaign centering around the mysterious Xro Dinn, an ancient race of historians seeking to gather information about the surfacing races within the Frontier. This Second Edition expands the scope of the game to include the basic concepts of nanotechnology and the role that psionics plays in the galaxy. It also includes the long awaited mystery of the Sharr'Dann. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT:4) IMP IGS1000 $34.95 IRON WIND METALS BATTLETECH MINIATURES Classic BattleTech hurtles you onto the battlefields of the 31st century in the cockpit of a mighty BattleMech! Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) ARCHER MECH IWM 20-211 $8.50 BLOOD HOUND MECH IWM 20-214 $6.95 KARNOV UR TRANSPORT IWM 20-727 $6.25 NAGA OMNIMECH IWM 20-633 $8.75 NIGHTSKY MECH IWM 20-622 $5.95 OSTSCOUT MECH IWM 20-213 $6.75 PENETRATOR MECH IWM 20-219 $8.95 SHADOWHAWK MECH IWM 20-212 $7.95 SPARROW HAWK (REMAKE) IWM 20-701 $6.95 STALKER MECH IWM 20-862 $7.95 VIPER MECH IWM 20-663 $6.75 KENZER & COMPANY DWARVEN DIG! Dwarven Dig! is the fast-paced, hard-hitting, cave-smashing game of dwarves on the hunt for treasure. With the wise, grit-generating elder, the savvy engineer, the hell-raising blaster, and the stout warrior, can you lead your team safely through the perils of the mountain to retrieve the treasure before your opponents do the same? Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 3000 $49.99 HACKMASTER Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) GAWDS & DEMIGAWDS The Gawds of Twilight Last represent the last rag-tag survivors of an epic war that raged for thousands of years between all the various pantheons of deities. When the smoke cleared and the dust settled, only a few gawds out of thousands retained a significant hold on power and exalted status among mortals. The HackMaster: Gawds & Demigawds sourcebook gives you the lowdown on the current state of affairs among all the Gawds of Twilight Last and their servants. KEN 2111 $29.99 HACKLOPEDIA MAGICA VOLUME 1 This massive tome is the first of a two volume set detailing thousands of magic items for the HackMaster game, featuring over 3,500 unique items and a wealth of ideas on how to introduce the fantastic elements of magic into your campaign. KEN 2109 $29.99 MILITARISTIC ORC 4-PACK Strike fear into the hearts of your players with the HackMaster 36mm militaristic orc miniatures 4-pack! KEN 4119 $18.99 PLAYER CHARACTER MAT Whether you want easy access to commonly referenced charts, virtually effortless tracking for key game statistics, or just to clearly define your personal gaming zone, this innovative mat includes a wealth of information and useful features designed to enhance the role-playing experience for all HackMaster players. KEN 2110 $19.99 SIR ROBILAR'S CITY OF BRASS From the mighty pen of its original author sprouts the one and only City of Brass! This HackMaster sourcebook includes everything you ever wanted to know about the legendary city of the efreeti, its history, its surrounding, its people, and things. KEN 2212 $24.99 TOMB OF UNSPEAKABLE HORRORS An ancient tomb within a skull-shaped mountain tempts adventurers with tales of riches and glory. But surely a place such as this must have traps, guardians, and mysteries that would foil the weak minded. This new HackMaster adventure is based on the classic Tomb of Horrors adventure with plenty of new twists, turns, and dungeon levels. KEN 2207 $11.99 KOPLOW GAMES TRANSPARENT POLY DICE Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) ASSORTMENT 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03023 $4.20 ASSORTMENT 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03011 $4.20 BLUE/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03024 $4.20 BLUE/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03012 $4.20 CLEAR/BLACK 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03025 $4.20 CLEAR/BLACK 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03013 $4.20 GREEN/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03026 $4.20 GREEN/WHITE 7 SET (PLUS TOP) KOP 03014 $4.20 ORANGE/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03028 $4.20 ORANGE/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03016 $4.20 ORCHID/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03027 $4.20 ORCHID/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03015 $4.20 RED/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03030 $4.20 RED/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03018 $4.20 SMOKE/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03031 $4.20 SMOKE/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03019 $4.20 VIOLET/WHITE 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03032 $4.20 VIOLET/WHITE 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03020 $4.20 YELLOW/BLACK 7 SET (HOOK TOP) KOP 03033 $4.20 YELLOW/BLACK 7 SET (PLUG TOP) KOP 03021 $4.20 LOUIS PORTER JR. DESIGNS HAVEN: CITY OF VIOLENCE CORE RULEBOOK Haven: City of Violence is an innovative roleplaying game of modern violence where your worst urban nightmares are rolled up into one hardboiled city ripe for adventuring. Features include Character Creation Rules, over 60 Benefits, Drawback, and Special Abilities, several Firearm and Hand-To-Hand Combat rules and techniques, a history of the city of Haven and its important NPCs, background of influential organizations in Haven, plus a pack of four miniatures and rules for the Haven: Concrete Jungle urban warfare miniatures game. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS LPJ1000 $25.00 MISGUIDED GAMES CHILDREN OF THE SUN: KRACE - NORTHLANDS Leave the wilds of southern Krace and enter the urban sprawl of the massive port city of Tengaia. Wander through commercial centers, ethnic districts, and residential areas with Angela Smithsdaughter, Poet and Elf-breed. Players and guides will find new skills, equipment, and plenty of goodies for their Children of the Sun characters and campaigns. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) TSO MSG1002 $20.00 MOMENTS IN HISTORY ADVANCED TOBRUK 2ND EDITION The classic wargame that started it all is back in a completely new design and ready for a new generation! Advanced Tobruk 2nd Edition features 24 scenarios covering 1940-43, including remakes of the 'original nine' classics, 40+ AFV Cards detailing all of the armor in the game, six Play Aids on scenarios and six Play Aids on heavyweight 125lb. stock, a 40-page rulebook, two Geomorphic maps of the North African desert that connect to depict battlefields of any size you choose, 1025 color die-cut counters providing the men, AFVs, and ordnance of the Italian, British, and German combatants, 39 terrain overlays, and two ten-sided dice. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) MIH TB-22A $79.95 ADVANCED TOBRUK 2ND EDITION RULEBOOK This 40-page rulebook for Advanced Tobruk 2nd Edition comes complete with examples of play and historical material. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) MIH TB-22B $7.95 MONGOOSE PUBLISHING ARMAGEDDON 2089: EARTH 2089 Earth 2089 expands on information offered in the main Armageddon 2089 RPG rulebook to fully detail the war-torn countries of the world in 2089. Included in this 128-page d20 sourcebook you'll find an array of prestige classes, weapons, details on WarMek academies, optional rules for military, corporate, and mercenary campaigns, plus expanded information and scenario hooks for players and game masters alike. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 1203 $24.95 ENCYCLOPAEDIA ARCANE: DIVINATION Bringing the divination school to the fore, Encyclopaedia Arcane: Divination offers a host of new spells, feats, prestige classes, and optional d20 rules for players and game masters to utilize in their games. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 1015 $14.95 THE ULTIMATE GAMES DESIGNER'S COMPANION The Games Designer's Companion is a 256-page hardback toolkit that utilizes the plug and play nature of the d20 System, providing a whole set of standardized rules for various forms of combat, plus calculations and formulae for modifying skills, feats, and combative tactics that can be easily inserted into any game or campaign setting. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 1300 $34.95 JUDGE DREDD RPG: THE ROOKIE'S GUIDE TO THE UNDERCITY This d20 sourcebook for the Judge Dredd RPG stands as a comprehensive guide to the Undercity, detailing the geography, habitats, population, dangers, and wonders of Mega- City One's subterranean urban myth. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 7015 $14.95 THE QUINTESSENTIAL BARD This 128-page d20 sourcebook takes the bard class to new heights, introducing new feats, spells, tricks, and player options, plus enhanced rules for masterworked instruments, songs, and musical abilities. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 4015 $19.95 THE SLAYER'S GUIDE TO KOBOLDS The Slayer's Guide to Kobolds allows Game Masters to dismiss player's often over- confident approach to this frequently misrepresented and underrated monster. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 0018 $9.95 MONKEY GOD ENTERPRISES DEMON'S GATE Your party of brave heroes is hurled headlong into a desperate race to recover crucial magical artifacts to foil the second rise of the evil Cult of Yex. The first in a trilogy of d20 adventures, each a part of the epic "Cult of Yex" Campaign, Demon's Gate contains three episodes meant to take your adventurers from 1st to 7th level. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP MKY1125 $29.95 19TH CENTURY MINIATURES 25MM ANCIENT BATTLE HONOR MINIATURES These 25mm Ancient Battle Honors miniature packs are suitable for use with Warhammer Ancient Battles and other rules systems. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) EARLY ROMANS COMMAND NCM GBIR-1 $15.00 EARLY ROMANS LEGIONARIES ADVANCING NCM GBIR-3 $15.00 EARLY ROMANS LEGIONARIES DEFENDING NCM GBIR-2 $15.00 EARLY ROMANS LEGIONARIES MARCHING NCM GBIR-4 $15.00 NORMAN CROSSBOWMEN NCM GBNM-7 $15.00 NORMAN MEDIUM INFANTRY IN RESERVE NCM GBNM-5 $15.00 NORMAN WILLIAM/ODO & CAVALRY COMMAND NCM GBNM-9 $15.00 SAXON SHIELDWALL PART 1 NCM GBSAX-6A $15.00 SAXON SHIELDWALL PART 2 NCM GBSAX-6B $15.00 VIKING HUSCARLES WITH 2-HANDED AXES NCM GBVK-11 $15.00 25MM VIETNAM WAR BATTLE HONOR MINIATURES These 25mm Vietnam War Battle Honors miniature packs are suitable for use with Battleground and other rules systems. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NVA COMMAND NCM VNAM-9 $15.00 NVA MORTARS NCM VNAM-11 $15.00 U.S. MARINES COMMAND NCM VNAM-15 $15.00 U.S. MARINES M60 MG & CREWS NCM VNAM-14 $15.00 ONE SMALL STEP DAN VERSSEN'S JAUNTY JALOPIES Jaunty Jalopies is a madcap card game of wacky auto racing in the Roaring 20s where players portray one of six race car drivers, each with unique personalities, skills, and cars that give them special advantages. Use your racer's advantages and skillful card play to dodge Mishaps and Sub-Plots and win the race! The Jaunty Jalopies set comes with 63 Playing Cards, four Racer Pawns, four Racer Tokens, six Racer Character Sheets, and complete rules. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20202 $24.95 OSPREY PUBLISHING BOER WAR 1899-1902 Victorious in its previous campaigns in Africa against native armies, Britain now confronted an altogether different foe. The Boers proved to be formidable opponents, masterfully compensating for inferior numbers with grim determination, resourcefulness, and strong religious faith. Despite marshalling the immense resources of their empire, the British were to be severely tested in a war which one general described as "the graveyard of many a soldier's reputation." Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP ESS052 $14.95 BRITISH INFANTRYMAN FAR EAST 1941-45 This title focuses on the experience, tactics, training, and weapons of the British soldier from the Fall of Malaya and Singapore until the Reconquest of Burma. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP WAR066 $16.95 DARBY'S RANGERS 1942-45 This title follows one recruit through commando, raiding, and amphibious training in Scotland, and into action. Packed with first hand accounts, and many unpublished photographs, it provides a vivid description of life among the elite soldiers of Darby's Rangers. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP WAR069 $16.95 JAPANESE CASTLES 1540-1640 The landscape of 16th and 17th-century Japan was dominated by the graceful and imposing castles constructed by the powerful "daimyo" of the period. In this the most turbulent era in Japanese history, these militarily sophisticated structures provided strongholds for the consolidation and control of territory, and inevitably they became the focus for many of the great sieges of Japanese history. This title traces their development from the earliest timber stockades to the immense structures that dominated the great centres of Osaka and Edo. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP FOR005 $16.95 M4 (76MM) SHERMAN MEDIUM TANK 1943-53 The M4 Sherman tank was the mainstay of the Western allies between 1942 and 1945. This title covers the M4 version armed with the 76 mm gun, examining developments such as the HVSS suspension, using much new archive material. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP NVG073 $14.95 NAPOLEON'S RED LANCERS The legendary Dutch 'Red' Lancers, the 2nd Light Horse Lancers of Napoleon's Imperial Guard, were formed in 1810 after the emperor annexed Holland and its army to France. The former hussars of the Dutch Royal Guard got a handsome new uniform, a new weapon, and a hard-driving new colonel in Baron Edouard Colbert. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP MAA389 $14.95 QUEBEC 1759 When Major-General James Wolfe's army scaled the cliffs above St. Lawrence to stand with the French Canadian capital before them, they tumbled the Marquis de Montcalm's French army into bloody ruin. Sir John Fortescue famously described it as the "most perfect volley ever fired on a battlefield," and this book explores how in just a few hectic minutes, one of the British Army's most consummate professionals decided the fate of a continent. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP CAM121 $18.95 ROMAN MILITARY CLOTHING (2) The armour and weapons of the Roman army have long been the subject of intense research and speculation. In this second part of a rigorous study of literary, sculptural, pictorial, and archaeological evidence, the author examines the clues which enable us to attempt reconstructions of tunics, cloaks, trousers, and other items worn by officers and men all over the empire during the two centuries between the reign of Septimius Severus and the twilight years of Stilicho. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP MAA390 $14.95 TOWTON 1471 On a bitterly cold Palm Sunday, March 29, 1461, the army of King Edward IV met that of his Lancastrian enemies on a snow-covered battlefield south of the village of Towton in Yorkshire. The struggle lasted all day in the longest and bloodiest battle of the Wars of the Roses. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP CAM120 $18.95 THE UNITED STATES ARMY 1917-19 Before the mid-1916 National Defense Act the US Army had a few tens of thousands of men, but by November 1918 there were nearly a million and a half American combat troops in France. This book details the organization, uniforms, equipment, and campaigns of the US Army in World War I. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP MAA386 $14.95 WARS OF THE ROSES The Wars of the Roses were a series of civil wars fought in medieval England from 1455 to 1487 between the House of Lancaster and the House of York, and featured sixteen invasions and six times kings lost their thrones. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP ESS054 $14.95 OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING CITYSCAPE Build to make your view of the city match your aspirations! Secretly plan the shape of this city from its primary view on your side. Then take turns building it to meet your plan, and/or thwart your opponent. For 2-4 players, ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 2714 $29.95 FIRE AND ICE A mystic struggle for a great Line of Power! Capture three islands by controlling three points in a row on each. A strategic, move-and-place game with shifting strategies, that increases in complexity until one player wins. A 2-player game for ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 2707 $29.95 OCTILES Win the race across a growing maze in Octiles! Replace tiles to create paths for your runners and send them in a punctuated journey across the board. Place your pieces, plan your paths, and race to the finish! For 2-4 players, ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 76020 $29.95 QUADTRIA Shift the spheres to form a triangle in the ruins of the Pyramids. A 2-player game for ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 0801 $29.95 PRIVATEER PRESS WARMACHINE RPG & MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) WARMACHINE RPG Combining the best of traditional fantasy with steam power and gunpowder, Warmachine allows players to take on the role of elite soldier-sorcerers known as Warcasters who harbor the ability to magically control and coordinate mighty warjacks - massive steam- powered combat automatons that represent the military might of the Iron Kingdoms world. This 120-page core rulebook features in-depth history and background of the Iron Kingdoms, details on dozens of characters, warjacks, and army units, plus a full modeling section introducing paint schemes, modeling techniques, and diorama photos. PIP 1001 $14.99 CRYX DEATHRIPPERS/LIGHT WARJACK (2) PIP 34005 $12.99 CRYX DEFILERS/LIGHT WARJACKS (2) PIP 34006 $12.99 CRYX NECRO-TECH & SCRAP THRALL PIP 34002 $8.99 CRYX SCRAP THRALL (3) PIP 34003 $7.99 CRYX SLAYER/HEAVY WARJACK PIP 34004 $19.99 CYGNAR CHARGER/LIGHT WARJACK PIP 31005 $11.99 CYGNAR IRONCLAD/HEAVY WARJACK PIP 31004 $19.99 CYGNAR LANCER/LIGHT WARJACK PIP 31006 $12.99 CYGNAR MECHANIK/GOBLIN BODGER PIP 31002 $6.99 EIRYSS HUNTER OF IOS MAGE PIP 41001 $7.99 GOBLIN BODGERS (2) PIP 31003 $5.99 KHADOR DESTROYER/HEAVY WARJACK PIP 33003 $19.99 KHADOR JUGGERNAUT/HEAVY WARJACK PIP 33002 $19.99 MENOTH CRUSADER/HEAVY WARJACK PIP 32002 $19.99 MENOTH REPENTER/LIGHT WARJACK PIP 32003 $11.99 MENOTH REVENGER/LIGHT WARJACK PIP 32004 $12.99 QUIKLINK INTERACTIVE O/A TRAVELLER D20 RPG HC Adventure into the Far Future with the original, award-winning Traveller science fiction roleplaying game revised for the d20 System! This 256-page core rulebook features everything you need to explore the uncharted regions of space and beyond, including starship design and combat, rules on world and universe development, vehicles, high technology, new classes, feats, skills, alien races, psionics, and more! QLI T20000 $44.95 REAPER MINIATURES COMBAT ASSAULT VEHICLE MINIATURES The Combat Assault Vehicle miniatures line is the ultimate science fiction and mecha- combat tabletop game experience. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) GRUNDOR HOUSE HUNTER RPR 07056 $9.99 MITSO TA ARCHER RPR 07055 $9.99 RMI SULTAN RPR 07052 $9.99 DARK HEAVEN MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) CHIMERA RPR 02674 $8.99 ELIA SHADOWFEET, FEMALE HALFLINGTHEIF RPR 02676 $2.99 GIANT SNAKE RPR 02675 $3.99 GROA TARGUMS, SWAMP HAG RPR 02678 $2.99 MUSHROOM MEN (2) RPR 02679 $5.99 SELMARINA, WITCH RPR 02682 $2.99 TOLZAR THE RIGHTEOUS, ADVENTURING CLERIC RPR 02681 $2.99 TOWNSFOLK IV - BANDITS & LOOT (4) RPR 02677 $7.99 TYRAN VISGAAL, BLACK LEGIONNAIRE RPR 02683 $2.99 UNDEAD TROLL RPR 02680 $3.99 HEROIC SCULPTING BLANKS (4) Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) RPR 75004 $5.99 TYRANNOSAURUS REX BOX SET Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) RPR 10013 $34.95 WARLORD 25MM HEROIC SCALE MINIATURES Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) BANSHEE RPR 14053 $3.99 MARCUS GIDEON, UNDEAD HUNTER RPR 14055 $3.99 OGRE WITH POLE AXE RPR 14054 $7.99 WARLORD WEAPONS RPR 14056 $4.99 REX GAMES MEGALLO Megallo introduces a new generation of spatial reasoning and strategic thinking. With four playing boards designed in a three-tier format, this alignment game challenges players to place game chips onto the playfield in any one of six winning combinations. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX MEG01 $20.00 TANGOES Tangoes is the modern version of the 4,000-year-old Chinese tangram puzzle where players attempt to form the shape on a Tangoes card using all seven geometric puzzle pieces. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) Blister Pack REX BT111 $11.00 Original REX T100 $11.00 TANGOES ADDITIONAL CARD SET #2 Each Tangoes card set features 54 different puzzle images and solutions, all stored in a vinyl box. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX P200 $5.00 WORD TREK Inspired by author/mathematician Lewis Carroll, Word Trek is the challenging word game where players attempt to transform the first word into the second by either replacing or rearranging letters in a step-by-step process. Comes complete with two decks of cards for a total of 216 word puzzles. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX WT216 $10.00 ROOK STEEL STORAGE O/A CMG ENDURA The Rook CMG Endura with Combination Lock is designed to safely contain from thirty to sixty collectible miniature game figurines with its foam layers inside. Crafted of .22 gauge durable cold-rolled steel, the Rook CMG Endura features a nickel-plated handle, two drawbolt latches, and combination lock making it easy to transport and secure for storing valuables. Celestial White RSS 13101 $59.95 Fortress Black RSS 13100 $59.95 O/A TOURNAMENT ENDURA Crafted from .22 gauge cold-rolled steel, the Tournament-Series Rook Endura is a steel carrying case designed to securely store up to eight Rook Capsules, 560 sleeved cards, or 960 un-sleeved cards. The nickel-plated drawbolt latch and handle makes it secure and portable. Celestial White RSS 11201 $39.95 Fortress Black RSS 11200 $39.95 O/A PRO SERIES ENDURA Comprised of .22 gauge cold-rolled steel, the Pro-Series Rook Endura is a steel carrying case designed to hold up to four Rook Capsules, 380 sleeved cards, or 480 un-sleeved cards. The nickel-plated drawbolt latch and handle makes it secure and portable. Fortress Black RSS 11100 $29.95 Royal Blue RSS 11102 $29.95 O/A DELUXE ENDURA Fashioned from .22 gauge cold-rolled steel, the Deluxe-Series Rook Endura is a steel carrying case designed to securely store up to sixteen Rook Capsules, over 1100 sleeved cards, or over 1900 un-sleeved cards. The nickel-plated handle and two drawbolt latches makes it secure and portable. Celestial White RSS 11301 $49.95 Fortress Black RSS 11300 $49.95 RPG OBJECTS GM MASTERY: NPC ESSENTIALS Written by Johnn Four of RolePlayingTips.com and Dragon Magazine fame, NPC Essentials is a collection of tips, techniques, and aids designed to help game masters inject detailed NPCs into any d20 role-playing campaign. Also included are NPC archtypes, encounters, charts, and an example NPC centric adventure. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP RPO2001 $14.95 SKIRMISHER PUBLISHING TESTS OF SKILL Survey new frontierlands, excavate hidden quarries, retrieve lost tomes, and survive the fury of the elements in this series of geographically-linked d20 scenarios designed for character levels 3-7. Additional features include new skills, feats, equipment, and a comprehensive list of skill-oriented adventure hooks. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP SKP0303 $19.95 WARRIORS FANTASY SOURCEBOOK This comprehensive d20 sourcebook expands upon the Warrior class, detailing numerous military and non-military warrior subtypes, dozens of prestige classes, and a variety of new weapons, armor, equipment, monsters, magic items, skills, feats, and specialized combat rules. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP SKP0301 $19.95 STEVE JACKSON GAMES GURPS: AGE OF NAPOLEON GURPS brings the age of Napoleon to life, focusing on 18th and 19th-century Europe, including the beginning of the end of colonialism. GURPS players will find a wealth of roleplaying information about commoners, soldiers, nobles, spies, privateers, and revolutionaries, breathing life into bloody battlefields and the equally bloody political intrigue of Napoleon's Europe. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6539 $22.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A GURPS: BLUE PLANET Prepare for a compelling journey into humanity's future on a distant planet where GEO Marshals enforce the peace and wired mercs patrol deep waters in deadly fighter subs. A place where corporate greed and human desperation ravage an alien ecology, threatening to plunge humanity into a war of survival with an ancient legacy. The groundbreaking, critically acclaimed roleplaying game, Blue Planet, gets the GURPS treatment! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6721 $22.95 O/A GURPS: UPLIFT 2ND EDITION Author David Brin's award-winning Uplift series gets the GURPS treatment with complete descriptions of the alien races and the Terragen planets they inhabit, plus rules for creating - and Uplifting - new species, and details on developments of the Uplift Storm trilogy! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (Caut: 4) SJG 6035 $27.95 O/A TRANSHUMAN SPACE: DEEP BEYOND Transhuman Space: Deep Beyond includes expanded descriptions of the outer system's worlds and asteroids, a host of Transhuman inhabitants, numerous Organizations, plus new character types, vehicles, and technologies. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6703 $24.95 ************************ GURPS UPLIFT MINIATURES SET (6) David Brin's Uplift world comes alive with this selection of Chims, Neo-Dolphins, and Tymbrimi miniatures. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 13-0600 $24.95 POKETHULHU MINIATURES SET (6) Prepare yourself for Dork Storm Press' parody Pokethulhu RPG with this insanely funny miniatures set based on John Kovalic's cartoons. There's a giant Pikathulhu, his demented young trainer, and four small 'thulhus, all lurking in a plastic storage box. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. GTM #14 SJG 14-0101 $24.95 TOY VAULT CCG DECK BOXES Created to protect your collectible game cards, these sturdy, beautifully-designed deck boxes boast original fantasy art themes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) ANGEL OF VENGEANCE IMP TYV06001 $4.99 MITHRIL DRAGON IMP TYV06002 $4.99 TROLL LORD GAMES GARY GYGAX'S LIVING FANTASY HC From the encampments of common folk and wanderers to the teeming streets of walled cities and castles, to pirates and palace life and villains and vagabonds, this d20 sourcebook brings the Gygaxian Fantasy World series to life. Living Fantasy breathes strength into the arms of your imagining as everything found in the daily "life" of a typical fantasy world is covered herein. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP TLG3003 $24.95 UNITED PLAYTEST GAMING FRONTIERS VOLUME 4 United Playtest brings you a plethora of d20 goodness including an exclusive first look at Armageddon 2089, new guilds for both the Hunt: Rise of Evil and Dragonstar campaign settings, details on original wererats, new Freeport fiction, and numerous d20 adventures courtesy of some of the best publishers in the business. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS UPI004 $19.95 THE UPPER DECK COMPANY YU-GI-OH CCG: JOEY & PEGASUS Introduced in 10-count displays featuring two unique 50-card decks complete with a rule booklet and game mat, the Joey and Pegasus starter decks are an exciting new addition to the Yu-Gi-Oh CCG lineup. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please check with your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) STARTER DECK UDC 29903-S PI STARTER DISPLAY UDC 29903-D PI WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING ADVENTURE ATLAS: DRAGON'S LAIR The second installment in the Adventure Atlas series, Dragon's Lair adds a new dimension to roleplaying, introducing nine 11" x 17" full-color maps detailing a dragon's hideaway, a cavernous pit formed by the collapse of an ancient ruin. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 16701 $15.95 DARK AGES: LASOMBRA CLAN NOVEL #5 The situation in Constantinople has degenerated into sheer chaos, as vampires of every stripe prey on the ruined metropolis. Lucita, the young envoy of Clan Lasombra, is caught in the middle and cut off from her elders in Europe. Alone, she faces the impossible task of making the city her own, lest she become another victim in the War of Princes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 11208 $6.99 EXALTED: THE ABYSSAL Black disciples of the Deathlords, the Abyssal Exalted are the mailed fist of the dead. And yet they are also human, and many are tormented by the curse of their unholy power. Exalted: The Abyssal includes extensive detail on the underworld and the Deathlords; and the Abyssal Exalted as players' characters. Inside is everything needed to portray these servants of darkness, from their black curse to rules for their powerful necromancy. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08813 $29.95 O/A EXALTED: THE LUNARS Cunning, ruthless, and barbaric, the shapechanging Lunar Exalted are feral scourges who lurk at the edge of civilization. The next in a series of Exalted core rulebooks, Exalted: The Lunars includes extensive details on the world and society of these new character types. Inside is everything needed to portray these savage shapeshifters, from guides to their tribal societies to rules for the mind-twisting lunacy of the Deep Wyld. WWP 08812 $29.95 MAGE ETHERGOGGLES Journey through Etherspace with the help of your trusty Ethergoggles. Onward to Victoria Station! These high-quality goggles are manufactured by Ford Halcyon and have been custom modified into Ethergoggles. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 05606 $64.95 SWORD & SORCERY: RAISE THE DEAD Occasionally, a player character dies. Raise the Dead turns this death into a chance for adventure! This DM Utility d20 product contains four thrilling quests to return a fallen hero to life, including options for non-good aligned characters and other "difficult to raise" characters such as druids, rangers, and non-humans. You'll also find interesting options for the deceased character's player. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08377 $13.95 RAVENLOFT GAZETTEER #3 The third installment in the Ravenloft Gazetteer setting sourcebook series provides in-depth information on the domains of Dementlieu, Mordent, Richemulot, and Borca. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 15022 $24.95 SCARRED LANDS: SERPENT CITADEL A ritual gone horribly awry leads to a pursuit through the warped Hornsaw, where the Serpent Mother herself was torn asunder. With their own might and the assistance of unlikely allies, the heroes must recover a lost treasure and somehow stop the machinations of Mormo's children, lest they awaken the titan. An epic d20 adventure for characters of 7th to 8th levels, The Serpent Citadel stands alone or serves as the dramatic final chapter in the Serpent Amphora Cycle. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08334 $10.95 VAMPIRE: THE WOUNDED KING - VICTORIAN AGE TRILOGY BOOK #3 Regina Blake and Victoria Ash return to London to find its night society in chaos. Mithras, the city's ancient and powerful Kindred prince has come unhinged and hungers for the blood of his own kind. The Tremere of England move to depose the mad prince, and his aids and take power for themselves. Can one woman restore order before the streets run red with blood? Does she even want to? Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 11192 $6.99 VICTORIAN AGE COMPANION The Victorian era witnessed the birth of the vampire, raising him from a marauding fiend of the night to a figure of Gothic eminence. The era's secrets, however, still lurk in darkness like terrors shrouded by London's fog. The Victorian Age Companion picks up where Victorian Age: Vampire leaves off, detailing further aspects of Victorian life and unlife by unveiling such concepts as bloodlines, Kindred interests in mortal trends, and the technology of the times. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 02472 $21.95 WINGNUT GAMES O/A STUPERPOWERS DELUXE Jam-packed with 100 fully playable powers, all-new character advancement rules, a full- length, four-adventure campaign, Live-Action rules, and the Instaventures! Random Scenario Generation system, StuperPowers Deluxe is the fully revised version of the RPG in which you play a superhero endowed with silly, useless, and downright gross superpowers. (CAUT:4) IMP WNT4000 $16.95 WIZARDS OF THE COAST DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: FIEND FOLIO HC The Fiend Folio gives Dungeon Masters and players information on creatures of every type, including dragons, but with an emphasis on fiendish monsters such as demons and devils. This title debuts new creatures and updates those taken from earlier editions of the game and from other sources such as magazine articles. There is specific information on how to integrate these monsters easily into a campaign of any level, in addition to new abilities, magic items, and spells. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 88661 $29.95 DRAGONLANCE: DARK THANE MMPB Following the Chaos War and the death of his father, Tarn Bellowsgranite led his people back into the ruins of Thorbardin to rebuild and to make a new life. But forty years have passed and war once again threatens the world. An army led by the girl Mina under the banner of the One God marches north, while the huge green dragon Beryl stirs in her forest lair. But the young thane, born of a Hylar father and a Daergar mother, chooses not to abandon the world and seal himself inside the mountain, but instead reaches out to the young king of the Qualinesti elves and aids in the evacuation of their city as Beryl's army approaches. But it may cost him his crown! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17878 $6.99 DRAGONLANCE: KENDERMORE MMPB Tasslehoff Burrfoot is snared by a lady bounty hunter, whose assignment it is to ensure the return of the light-fingered escape artist to his homeland. Beloved Uncle Trapspringer is being held prisoner by the venerable council of elders until Tas honors the Kender marriage tradition. Not only must Tas dodge matrimony, but he must elude a capricious wizard set on pickling one of every creature on Krynn, cheer up the last existing woolly mammoth, foil a most determined deadly assassin, and in the end save Kendermore. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17880 $6.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: WINDWALKER - STARLIGHT & SHADOWS BOOK 3 HC The release of Windwalker brings to a close the Starlight & Shadows series first begun by New York Times bestselling author Elaine Cunningham more than eight years ago with Daughter of the Drow, followed by Tangled Webs, continuing the story of the rogue dark elf princess, Liriel Baenre. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17970 $24.95 STAR WARS TCG: BATTLE OF YAVIN This exciting 105-card set for the Star Wars TCG gives players the opportunity to take control of characters, troops, and ships from one of the most pivotal moments in the Star Wars saga. Debuting much anticipated cards such as The Death Star, Han Solo, Chewbacca, The Millennium Falcon, and Grand Moff Tarkin, and boasting new mechanics, the Battle of Yavin expansion series will be an explosive addition to every player's collection. This series is introduced in 11-card boosters packaged in 36-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please check with your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) BOOSTER DISPLAY WOC 96415 PI BOOSTER PACK WOC 96415-S PI STAR WARS RPG: ULTIMATE ALIEN ANTHOLOGY HC The Ultimate Alien Anthology is a revised and updated collection of over 125 alien species suitable for play as characters in the Star Wars roleplaying game. This information is useable for gameplay in all eras of the Star Wars timeline and includes expanded universe aliens and new prestige classes and feats tied to those aliens. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17751 $27.95 WIZKIDS MECHWARRIOR DARK AGE NOVEL #3 On the world of Mirach, a schism in the military has grown between those who would remain loyal to The Republic and those who would break away. Once a formidable MechWarrior, Mirach Governor Sergio Ortega believes that only diplomacy can win the day and keep his planet united. But unrest wracks the capital and Ortega's highest officials plot against him. Unsure whom to trust, Ortega enlists his sons to help maintain order. When older son Dale is killed and Ortega's own military is turned against him, younger son Austin must step up to protect not only his father, but also an entire world. Veteran science-fiction author Robert E. Vardem scribes The Ruins of Power, the third novel based on the MechWarrior: Dark Age collectable miniatures game. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 2802 $6.99 O/A MAGE KNIGHT: CASTLE TOWER This beautifully sculpted and fully painted 9" tall tower is perfect for any adventure or miniatures game, and the combat dials built into the piece help keep track of damage and abilities when used in Mage Knight campaigns. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0410 $24.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT: UNLIMITED This series of 160 pre-painted and fully assembled Mage Knight figures contains a selection from the Rebellion and Lancers sets, including 24 resculpts and 16 beautifully sculpted Unique figures with game stats. Starter Sets feature 10 randomly inserted, painted, plastic figures, a Mage Knight rulebook, full-color Special Abilities Card, a Mage Knight comic book, two dice, 18" flexible ruler, 10 I.D. stickers, and a Mage Knight Ring. Booster Boxes contain five randomly inserted, painted, plastic figures, a randomly inserted, foil-stamped Legends & Lore card, and five I.D. stickers. (CAUT: 3) BOOSTER PACK WIZ 0204 $6.95 STARTER SET WIZ 0102 $17.95 MAGE KNIGHT: UPRISING BOOSTER PACK You command the armies as old kingdoms crumble, new alliances are formed, and the future of the Land is determined in Mage Knight: Uprising! Uprising features 96 new figures, including seven new Elite dual-faction figures, and 10 new Elite Hero figures! Each Mage Knight: Uprising booster pack contains four randomly inserted, fully assembled, prepainted plastic miniatures for use with Mage Knight. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 0208 $6.95 VIDEOS SECTION ANIME AI YORI AOSHI VOLUME 2: MY DEAREST DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! Miyabi, Tina, and Taeko are now living in the Sakuraba Mansion with Kaoru and Aoi. Between ferrets, wild bathhouse parties, clumsy housekeepers, and romantic evenings alone with women he's trying not to date, Kaoru can't stay out of trouble! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.98 BABEL II VOLUME 4: FALL OF THE TOWER DVD From AnimeWorks! Guided by Ferris, Leon is absorbed into Valdouk and proceeds to lay waste to the entire Earth. At the moment of destruction, Babel is saved by his former nemesis, Yomi, who now possesses the ancient power of the Monolith, making him more dangerous than ever! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.95 BANNER OF THE STARS VOLUME 2: BASROIL UNLEASHED DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Lafiel and Jinto find themselves on the front line of a battle against the Empire! However the two must face a different type of battle, politics! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. DVD $29.98 BANNER OF THE STARS VOLUME 3: ONLY THE BEGINNING DVD From Bandai Entertainment! The Imperial Star Forces have suffered a catastrophic blow under the might of the United Mankind's new weapon! On the front lines, the Basroil's doing the best it can, but despite their valiant efforts it looks like the battle may be lost! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.98 BIG WARS DVD From U.S. Manga Corp.! It is the dawn of the 21st century. Mankind has terra-formed and colonized Mars. But, an ancient race of alien beings, known only as "The Gods," has been watching mankind's progress...and waiting. Now, these mysterious aliens have returned to halt mankind's expansion into space…by force! Approximate running time: 70 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $19.99 BRIGADOON VOLUME 1: MARIN AND MELAN DVD From Tokyopop! Marin Asagi is an orphan who becomes the target of an incessant wave of attacks by mysterious mecha. Just when she is about to lose all hope, a Gun- Swordsman comes to her aid and protects her from the invading forces of Brigadoon. This action-packed, hyper-comedic Japanese sci-fi series features stunning animation from Sunrise (Gundam Wing). Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $29.99 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 15: REALIZATIONS DVD SUBTITLED From Pioneer Entertainment! Would there be an earth-shaking battle if Spinel met Keroberous? If Sakura and Li were trapped alone together in an elevator, could Li confess his feelings to Sakura? How could Keroberous and Yue stay hidden if they couldn't take on their mundane disguise? And what if Tomoyo disappeared? Many trials lie in store for our heroine and her friends. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD/SUBTITLED $29.98 CHANCE POP SESSION VOLUME 3: SESSION 3 DVD From A.D. Vision! Caught in a whirlwind of publicity and fan adoration, the girls discover that the reality of stardom is even better than their dreams! R3 sing their hearts out at the awards show, but will even their best effort be enough to beat superstar Reika? And what of the final missing link to the girls' past? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.98 CHOBITS VOLUME 2: THE CITY OF SILENCE DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! Chi decides to get a job to help out with the bills, but when her "good job" turns out to be in a peepshow, the shocking outcome will be more than anyone can handle! This DVD contains four bilingual episodes. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 CITY HUNTER VOLUME 3: .357 MAGNUM DVD From A.D. Vision! A beautiful pianist comes to Tokyo for a charity concert, and City Hunter is there. But music isn't his forte. He wants lessons in the language of love. Unfortunately, diplomatic infighting swirls around the upcoming concert, and City Hunter is the only hope! Approximate running time: 80 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 COMPILER DVD From A.D. Vision! When a world of 2-D beings discovers the existence of our universe, they send a team of beautiful Domni-Matrixes into our world to prepare it for total integration. However, once liberated from their flat and dreary 2-D existence, Compiler and Assembler quickly discovered that cyber-sex with a couple of 3-D guys is a lot more fun than world conquest. Now, in-between interfacing with their boyfriends, Assembler and Compiler must protect the Earth from being deleted by their former masters and an army of killer programs! Approximate running time: 110 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.98 COMPLETE CRUSHER JOE DVD From AnimEigo! The galaxy is a strange and dangerous place, and there are times when even the United Space Force can't help. That's where the Crushers come in-skilled troubleshooters who will deal with any problem, large or small, for a fee. And there's no better Crusher than Crusher Joe! This 2-Disc DVD Set collects Crusher Joe: The Movie and the two-episode Crusher Joe OVA series featuring "The Ice Prison" and "The Ultimate Weapon-Ash." Approximate running time: 238 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.95 DAI-GUARD VOLUME 5: IN THE RED DVD From A.D. Vision! The Dai-Guard pilots have more than enough reason to look for new jobs. But a real hero never lays down his robotically enhanced weaponry until the last foe falls. Can they prove themselves as the final battle for humanity becomes even scarier? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.98 DESCENDANTS OF DARKNESS: TAROT CURSE DVD From U.S. Manga Corp.! A musician inherits a haunted violin, and Detective Tsuzuki is called in to investigate. But before he can vanquish the demon, he himself is possessed, and it's up to his brash young partner to solve the mystery and save him. Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 THE DEVIL LADY VOLUME 3: THE STRENGTHENING DVD From A.D. Vision! Jun is desperate. Will anyone be able to stop her from becoming The Beast again? As Jun clings to the last shreds of her humanity, she discovers that she is part of a plan that threatens to erase all traces of humanity from the Earth. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 DIRTY PAIR FLASH COLLECTION DVD From A.D. Vision! Look out universe! When the galaxy-wide World Welfare & Works Agency unleashes the infamous Dirty Pair, it's every sentient being for itself! Meet Kei and Yuri, two junior level agents with a proclivity for being in the wrong place at the wrong time with just enough firepower to blow their way out of a bad situation into something worse! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $39.98 DNA2 VOLUME 2: TURBULENCE DVD From U.S. Manga Corp.! Junta has a problem: he's deathly allergic to girls! All this changes when a beautiful woman arrives from the future and transforms him into the super-suave Mega-Playboy. But the transformation is unstable, and if Junta can't unravel the time traveler's mystery, he (and the fate of the world) will never be the same! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 DRAGONBALL GT (GRAND TOUR) VOLUME 1 & 2 DVDS From Funimation Productions, Inc.! 10-years after the climatic events of DragonBall Z, Goten, Gohan, and Trunks are grown up living out their daily lives in the big city. Gohan is married to Videl, Mr. Satan's daughter, and have a daughter of their own, Pan, while Goku has continued his training with Uubu under the watchful eyes of Mr. Popo and Dende. Unfortunately, ghosts of the past surface to haunt our heroes in the form of Emperor Pilaf, who has gathered the Ultimate Dragonballs and, having conjured the Dragon, wishes that Goku become a child again! Upon granting the terrible wish, the Dragonballs scatter across the universe. Now, Goku, Trunks, and the Z-Warriors must quest deep into the far cosmos for the fabled Black Star Dragonballs if they hope to remove the curse placed upon Goku and save Earth from imminent destruction! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. VOL. 1—DVD $24.95 VOL. 2—DVD $24.95 DRAGONBALL Z WORLD TOURNAMENT BOX SETS From Funimation Productions, Inc.! The World Tournament begins! Combatants collide, fists fly, kicks explode, powers erupts, and as the dust settles and the victors advance to the finals, Goten and Trunks stand atop the ranks, now prepared to face against each other. To the victor go the spoils! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. UNCUT DVD—Box Set $42.95 UNCUT VHS/DUBBED—Box Set $33.95 EXCEL SAGA VOLUME 6: GOING WAY TOO FAR DVD From A.D. Vision! Just when you thought the plot would never thicken, the whole thing congeals and Excel finds herself in the fight for her lives! With the Great Will held hostage, the city in ruins, the Puchuu running amuck, and Pedro joining forces with Nabeshin to combat the nefarious That Man, the action is fast and hilarious as ACROSS finally makes its move in the final unbelievable volume of Excel Saga! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 FANCY LALA VOLUME 6: PASSING DREAM DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Just when Miho thought she's experienced it all, she learns that her pretty sister might cheat on her boyfriend, just as Lyrical Production informs her that Lala will be having her first concert! Will she survive the negative criticisms, not to mention the tough dance training? And what would happen if she lost her magic sketchbook and pen? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $24.98 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR DVDS From Manga Entertainment! Nuclear war has devastated the planet, turning once fertile ground into a barren, inhospitable landscape on which mankind struggles desperately to stay alive. In a world so cruel and bleak, only the chosen one can restore civilization to its former self. Kenshiro - master of the Hokuto Shinken fighting technique; a martial art so awesomely brutal that only a single being can be entrusted with its full power! Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES RES. from Previews Vol. XII #7 (JUL023667) VOL. 1—DVD $29.95 RES. from Previews Vol. XII #7 (JUL023668) VOL. 2—DVD $29.95 FOUR PLAY DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.99 GENESHAFT VOLUME 1 DVD From Bandai Entertainment! From the director of Escaflowne! In a final attempt to save the human race, a genetic engineering program was initiated in hopes of creating a new breed of humans with special skills and abilities to benefit all of society. However, this newfound peace is interrupted as an artifact of unknown origin surfaces between the Earth and the moon. Selected to investigate, and armed with a prototype ship and mecha known only as 'Shaft', this elite strike team may be the only thing standing between peace and the total destruction of the Earth! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.98 GIGANTOR DVDS From Rhino Home Video! His power is in your hands! Created as Tetsujin 28-go by Mitsuteru Yokoyama in 1956 and first introduced to American television in the mid- 1960's by Speed Racer/Astro Boy producer Fred Ladd, Gigantor follows the harrowing adventures of boy crime-fighter Jimmy Sparks and the giant jet-propelled flying robot, Gigantor! Scheduled to ship in April, 2003. (CAUT: 4) VOL. 1—DVD $14.95 VOL. 2—DVD $14.95 G-TASTE VOLUME 2: HEAT WAVE DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.98 GTO VOLUME 7 DVD From Tokyopop! Tomoko is exposed to the harsh reality of professional pageantry, while Onizuka tracks down a missing student after he is accused of theft. Plus, to make up for past mistakes, Onizuka promises to take the entire class to Okinawa. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $29.99 GTO VOLUME 8 DVD From Tokyopop! Miyabi incurs Urumi's wrath and gets caught between a rock and a hard place. Onizuka goes head to head with his most antagonistic pupil and forces her to decide between her pride and saving her own skin. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.99 GUN FRONTIER VOLUME 1: HOPALONG HARLOCK DVD From AnimeWorks! Sea Pirate Captain Harlock and the errant samurai, Tochiro, arrive in the United States on the Western Frontier. Along with a mysterious woman they meet along the way, the two friends challenge sex rings, bandits, and corrupt sheriffs as they search for a lost clan of Japanese immigrants. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.95 .HACK//SIGN VOLUME 2: OUTCAST DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Tsukasa has been captured by the Crimson Knights! Tensions mount within the group as Mimiru confronts BT about her betrayal of Tsukasa. As the clues unfold, everything points to a powerful legendary item called 'The Key of the Twilight'. Could this be the source of all the trouble in The World? Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.98 IDOL PROJECT VOLUME 2: FINAL CONCERT DVD From AnimeWorks! Mimu and the Excellent Idols have landed in the Idol Dimension, home of super-idol Yuri, and must once again save the universe with their unbound stage skills! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.95 IF I SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS OVA COLLECTION VOLUME 1 DVD From AnimeWorks! Destined by a wizened fortune-teller to be alone for his entire life, college student Misou sees the beautiful Nagisa, and his heart is awakened for the first time. Determined to succeed, Misou is stalled by his knack for ending up in compromising situations with other women at exactly the wrong moment. Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.95 INU-YASHA VOLUME 5: SECRET OF THE NEW MOON DVD From Viz Video! For half-demons, there is a period of time when their powers and abilities disappear. Inu-Yasha has lived with this secret all his life. But now, in his weakened state, he has to face a demon possessing a shard of the sacred jewel! Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $24.98 INU-YASHA VOLUME 6: DEADLY LIASONS DVD From Viz Video! Inu-Yasha, Kagome, and Shippo encounter a young monk named Miroku who, for reasons of his own, also seeks the sacred jewel. When the shards Kagome carries are stolen, Inu-Yasha must act to retrieve them from Miroku, but this thieving monk has more mystical ability than anyone expected! Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $24.98 KIKAIDER VOLUME 1: LONELY SOUL DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Based on the live-action works of Shotaro Ishinomori (Kamen Rider, Power Rangers)! The genius robotics professor, Dr. Komyoji has created Kikaider - a humanoid robot tasked with the protection of Dr. Komyoji's son and daughter. Can Kikaider protect Dr. Komyoji's children and battle against the evil Dr. Gill and his army of androids? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #5 (MAY023595) DVD $29.98 MAGIC USER'S CLUB: THE MAGIC BOX SET DVD From AnimeWorks! Earnestly clueless Sae Sawanoguchi must challenge the most powerful force in the universe, keep up with her homework, and thwart the bouncing bust of the evil queen of girl's comic-books, Miyama. Most importantly, however, Sae must stumble through her first love and find the true power of magic sealed away inside her soul! This set collects the entire Magic User's Club saga! Approximate running time: 505 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD Box Set $89.95 MAMA MIA DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.99 NEO RANGA VOLUME 2 DVD From A.D. Vision! When Neo Ranga first appeared in Tokyo, he was on a mission. Now, the mighty monster-god has been reduced to a marketing gimmick. Now, criminal forces are working behind the scenes, and as corruption runs rampant, the conflict grows, and the mystery escalates. Plus some rather interesting characters - including strange visitors from Barou and a newer, more powerful ASE robot - join in the action. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 NIGHTMARE CAMPUS VOLUME 2 DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.99 NOIR VOLUME 2: THE HIT LIST DVD From A.D. Vision! The mysteries deepen as professional assassins Mireille Bouquet and Yuumura Kirika, now working together under the code name "NOIR", must mesh the plying of their trade with the search for the enigmatic link that binds their hidden pasts. Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 NUTECH HENTAI 3-PACK DVD SETS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL VOL. 1—DVD SET $59.95 VOL. 2—DVD SET $59.95 VOL. 3—DVD SET $59.95 ORPHEN COLLECTION DVD BOX SET From A.D. Vision! When the most prestigious university of magic in the land loses Orphen, their most talented student, they'll do anything to get him back. Unfortunately for them, Orphen has bigger plans than majoring in spell casting-namely tracking down a mysterious dragon, the Bloody August. Together with his young apprentice, a spoiled heiress, and two cranky trolls, Orphen must battle both the Bloody August and his old teachers, advanced sorcerers who possess frightening power and even more dangerous secrets! Experience the magic, adventure, and excitement that spawned the hit video game of the same name. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD Box Set $89.98 PATLABOR MOBILE POLICE TV SERIES VOLUME 5 DVD From U.S. Manga Corps! After a surprise farewell party, Kanuka leaves for the airport to catch a plane back to New York. As luck would have it, she winds up sitting next to a terrorist who's planning to hijack the plane, and Kanuka checked her gun at the gate! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.99 PLEASE TEACHER VOLUME 1: HOT FOR TEACHER DVD From Bandai Entertainment! From the director of Ah! My Goddess! Kei Kusanagi isn't your typical 15-year-old high school student. He's actually an 18-year-old with a rare disorder that puts him into what he calls, a "standstill". Mizuho Kazami isn't your typical teacher, either. She's actually an alien sent by the Galaxy Federation to observe the Earth! As the sole human with knowledge of Ms. Kazumi's secret, Kei must…marry the alien?! Homework, dating, and a gorgeous wife - going to school has never been quite this fun! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $29.98 DVD LTD. BOX $54.98 PROFESSOR PAIN DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.99 PROJECT ARMS VOLUME 4: TULGEY WOOD DVD From Viz Video! The ARMS boys finally gain entrance to the Egregori lab, and the mystery behind their creation is revealed at last. But how dearly will this information end up costing them? As the battle with the aptly named "Crimson Triad" draws to its inevitable conclusion, lines are crossed, tempers flare, and the Lewis Carroll Alice connection is indelibly established. Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.98 RANMA ½ FOREVER VOLUME 6: BATTLE FOR MISS BEACHSIDE DVD From Viz Video! It's the return of Martial Arts Tea Ceremony master, Sentaro. This time, he needs Ranma and Akane's aid to rescue his kidnapped grandmother, and now it's Sentaro's turn to prove his worth! Then, the Hikaru Gosunkugi has met the girl of his dreams, and she even seems to like him back! And finally, Akane, Shampoo, Ukyo, and Kodachi, plus girl-type Ranma and Tsubasa Kurenai, enter a bathing-suit competition like you've never seen! Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $24.98 REI REI DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.98 REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA: THE BEGINNING OF THE END DVD From Software Sculptures! Utena faces her most cunning opponent yet-the abusive ex- fiance of her best friend Anthy. But when her mystical sword vanishes in the heat of battle, Utena must learn to depend on her own inner power, or lose everything! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA: THE BLACK ROSE SAGA DVD From Software Sculptures! This 4-disc DVD Set contains episodes 14-26 of Sailor Moon director Kunihiko Ikuhara's Revolutionary Girl Utena. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 RUNE SOLDIER VOLUME 1: ENTER THE KLUTZ DVD From A.D. Vision! Armed with Merrill's cunning, Genie's strength, and Melissa's prayers, this all-female band has no trouble raiding ancient ruins-that is, unless a magic seal blocks the way. As an investment, the girls decide to hire a magician, the hapless Louie, who gives them all the adventure they can handle! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 SAILOR MOON SUPER S VOLUME 13: THE FINAL DREAM From Pioneer Entertainment! Pegasus sacrifices his freedom and the Golden Crystal to save Mini-Moon's life, but just as everyone begins to fear that Queen Nehelenia has won, the Queen is betrayed! Will Mini-Moon's idea defeat Nehelenia, and even if it does, can Sailor Moon and Mini-Moon avoid being trapped on the dark moon? Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in May 2003. DVD $14.98 VHS/Dubbed $9.98 SAINT TAIL VOLUME 6-8 DVD BOX SET From Tokyopop! Meimi Haneoka is a seemly ordinary student at St. Paulia's Catholic school by day, but at night, she becomes the mysterious and magical thief Saint Tail, who steals back the treasures that were stolen from the innocent. This boxed set contains Volumes 6-8, concluding the Saint Tail saga! Scheduled to ship in May 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD Box Set $69.99 SAIYUKI VOLUME 1 DVD From A.D. Vision! Once, demons and man lived together in harmony. But when a band of rogue demonic forces seeks to resurrect a diabolical monster, the demons decide mankind is no longer friend, but food! Now, it's up to a renegade priest, a monkey king, a lecherous water sprite, and a sympathetic demon to stop the resurrection and return harmony to the dangerous land. The Saiyuki DVD is also available in a Collector's Edition featuring Volume One, a Custom Art Box, and T-shirt. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.98 DVD w/T-Shirt & Artbox $44.98 SAMURAI DVD From A.D. Vision! Takeshi Chimatsuri is many things, but one thing the young samurai is not is a ladies man. In fact, he tends to go into a catatonic state whenever confronted with naked, female flesh. But his difficulties with the fairer sex have never been a problem, at least not until the Tokai Twins, Akari and Kagiri, blew back into town. That's bad news for Takeshi, because they've come back for their family's ceremonial sword, now in his possession, and they'll stop at nothing to get it back, including sorcery, sneak attacks and a little well-timed nudity! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 SAMURAI SHOWDOWN DVD From A.D. Vision! One hundred years after their deaths, six legendary holy warriors are reborn to seek justice against the former comrade who betrayed them into the hands of an evil god! Join Charlotte, Wan Fu, Nakoruru, Galford, and Tam Tam as they search the feudal province of Edo questing for the last Saint Soldier, Haohmaru, and their sworn nemesis Amakusa Shirou. Approximate running time: 80 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. DVD $19.98 STREET FIGHTER VOLUME 1 DVD/DUBBED From A.D. Vision! Colonel William Guile is a martial arts expert who travels the global tournament circuit to conceal his top secret mission as leader of an elite group of international crime fighters known only as Street Fighter. Their code of honor: Discipline, Justice, Commitment! With these three principles, the Street Fighters are able to defeat the mightiest opponents in five kicking episodes! Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD/DUBBED $29.98 SUKEBAN DEKA DVD From A.D. Vision! When Saki left high school, she changed her uniform for prison grays. Now, however, the Feds need someone to infiltrate a ruthless crime syndicate that masquerades as an exclusive high school and they think Saki's the girl for the job. Armed with a secret weapon that only looks like a yo-yo, Saki is lovely, lethal, and back on the streets! Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. DVD $19.98 SUPER DUPER SUMOS VOLUME 3: DEEP SUSHI From A.D. Vision! Booma, Kimo, and Mooma defend the phat: the principles of Peace, Honor, and Truth. Aided by the street savvy Prima, and flashbacks to training with Wisdom San, the big bellied sumos fight Dr. Stinger's giant tadpole, uncover a secret Bad Inc. plot to substitute robots for teachers, and honoring Genghis Fangus, who is masquerading as Kimo's long lost father. Approximate running time: 115 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD/DUBBED $14.98 VHS/DUBBED $12.98 TOKYO BABYLON DVD From U.S. Manga Corp.! Shinji Nagumo seems to lead a charmed life amidst the inherent dangers of building a skyscraper. Unfortunately, everyone around Nagumo has been rather unlucky - fatally so. It's up to Subaru Sumeragi, the most powerful medium in Japan, to piece together the clues before there's another death. Are the accidents due to just bad luck and random chance, or is there something more sinister at work? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 TROUBLE CHOCOLATE VOLUME 4 DVD From Viz Video! When a "mecha" Deb assembled by Mint is confused by everyone at school with the real one, blood runs cold and Deborah's temper runs hot! Then, chaos erupts when Murakata is transformed into a giant carp, Green Tea and Red Bean run out of material, and Cacao gets a big dose of chocolate. Meanwhile, Almond learns the hard way that nobody loves a destructive personality, and Papaya has a new admirer. Approximate running time: 104 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.98 WILD ARMS VOLUME 3: RETURN OF LAILA DVD From A.D. Vision! After Sheyenne and Kiel help an ace safecracker who wants to go straight get out of the business, a mysterious woman out of Sheyenne's past appears to trouble his dreams. Her name is Laila, but she doesn't stay in his dreams for long. But there are sinister forces in motion with their sights set on Sheyenne and his Wild ARMS, and they aren't above using anything or anyone to get to him. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $29.98 ANIMATION FAMILY GUY SEASONS 1 & 2 DVD SET From Fox Home Entertainment! The satirical and irreverent brain-child of creator, executive producer, and voice artist Seth MacFarlane, the Emmy Award-winning Family Guy is the delightfully-twisted animated comedy that follows the riotous travails of boisterous, loveable oaf Peter Griffin and his Quonochontaug, Rhode Island dysfunctional, middle-class family including his saintly, matriarchal wife Lois, their dullard son Chris, angst-ridden daughter Meg, precocious 1-year-old Stewie with single- minded, world-dominating aspirations, and Brian, gentleman, scholar, and undeniably the most eloquent member of the Griffin household who also happens to be the family dog. All 28 episodes from the first two seasons are featured, uncut and uncensored, in this four-disc DVD collection. Approximate running time: 390 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD Set $49.98 FUTURAMA VOLUME 1 DVD SET From Fox Home Entertainment! Set in the year 3000, Futurama is the Emmy Award- winning acme of sci-fi animated sitcoms from Simpsons creator Matt Groening. Transferred to the 31st century in a cryogenic mishap, hapless pizza delivery boy Fry wakes up 1,000 years into the future and joins the beautiful, one-eyed alien babe Leela and the incorrigible alcoholic robot Bender to work for Fry's great (x30) nephew Professor Farmsworth's intergalactic delivery service. This three-disc set features all nine first-season episodes, plus three more from season two. Approximate running time: 300 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD Set $39.98 SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: LOST AT SEA DVD From Paramount Home Video! SpongeBob and his pals discover hilarity and adventure in this 9-episode collection featuring DVD features including audio commentary and storyboards for "The Sponge Who Could Fly," as well as SpongeBob's "7 Life Strategies." Approximate running time: 110 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $19.99 ASIAN CINEMA DRAGON BLUE VOLUME 1: BENEATH THE WAVES DVD From A.D. Vision! When a beautiful young spiritualist arrives on a remote island paradise, she discovers more than just a new form of life. Joining forces with a local detective, she must surrender her body to an entity as old as time itself in order to defeat the ultimate in biological horror. Dragon Blue is a sexual horror featuring spectacular creature effects by Steve Wang (Relic, Predator). Approximate running time: 80 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.98 KUNOICHI - LADY NINJA DVD From Tokyo Shock! Starring Yuuko Moriyama (Zeiram) and based on the novel by Fuutaro Yamada. In feudal Japan, the evil lord Akinari Katou ruled Aizu prefecture. When "The 7 Spears", Katou's trained assassins, destroyed the Hori clan, seven daughters were left in Edo. Swearing revenge using the power of 'Kunoichi' inside each one of them, and trained by the sword-master Jyubei Yagyuu, they travel to Aizu to confront their enemies. Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.95 TOKYO - LAST MEGALOPOLIS DVD From A.D. Vision! A thousand years ago, Masakado was executed for crimes against humanity, but his malevolent spirit refuses to die. It is the attraction of this dark soul that makes Tokyo the most haunted city in the world. Through Yukari, a young female medium, rogue psychic Kato intends to revive Masakado and use his evil energy as a weapon to destroy the city. Disaster follows disaster as, one by one, Kato gathers the strands of fate that will cause the ultimate destruction of Tokyo - The Last Megalopolis! The total devastation of Tokyo and creature designs by H.R.Giger (ALIEN, Species) highlight a grim tale of ambition, supernatural horror, and undying evil that surpasses the boundaries of physical existence. Approximate running time: 135 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.98 ZERO WOMAN: THE ACCUSED R-RATED EDITION DVD From Asian Pulp Cinema! Rei is a woman without a past. Only a handful of people know who she really is: a lethal undercover agent working for the Zero Department, a deadly shadow division of the police force. Men are turning up dead, brutally murdered with a skill worthy of the Zero Department's finest assassin. Now Rei's on the run, hot on the trail of a killer who is her equal in every way. Approximate running time: 77 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 FANTASY / SCI-FI BABYLON 5 SEASON 2 DVD SET From Warner Home Video! Introducing all 22 original episodes of the second 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, history clips, character files, make-up and Special FX exploration, plus several making-of behind-the-scenes documentaries. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD Set $99.98 DOCTOR WHO: THE AZTECS DVD From Warner Home Video! The TARDIS lands the First Doctor (William Hartnell) and his companions inside an Aztec tomb. Their explorations outside its walls provide a Mexican holiday steeped in pageantry, intrigue, and even a little romance for the good Doctor. Approximate running time: 98 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $24.98 DOCTOR WHO: VENGEANCE ON VAROS DVD From Warner Home Video! In search of a rare mineral which can restore power to his TARDIS, the Sixth Doctor (Colin Baker) and Peri (Nicola Bryant) take their chances on Varos, a dystopian planet where state executions are the chief source of televised entertainment. Approximate running time: 89 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $24.98 FARSCAPE VOLUME 3.1 - SEASON 3 DVD From A.D. Vision! Escape through uncharted territories in this series collecting the first two complete episodes of Season 3 from Sci-Fi Channel's far-flung, far-out Farscape! Episodes featured are "Season of Death" and "Suns and Lovers". Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $39.98 FIREBALL XL5 COMPETE DVD SET From A&E Home Video! In the year 2063, the World Space Fleet is extending mankind's reach beyond the solar system. Leading the charge is the incredible spaceship Fireball XL5, commanded by Colonel Steve Zodiac, patrolling the vast reaches of Sector 25, where strange races inhabit distant planets. All 39 episodes of producer Gerry Anderson's (Captain Scarlet) classic series is collected in this DVD set, digitally restored and remastered. That's over 17-hours of Fireball XL5 Supermarionation action! Scheduled to ship in March 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD SET $99.95 GENE RODDENBERRY'S ANDROMEDA VOLUME 2.1 - SEASON 2 DVD From A.D. Vision! A determined Captain Dylan Hunt (Kevin Sorbo), a sentient warship, and an eclectic crew wage an urgent battle to save the universe on Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda. Volume 1 of Andromeda Season Two is loaded with three exciting episodes: "The Widening Gyre," "Exit Strategies," and "A Heart of Falsehood Framed." Approximate running time: 200 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $39.98 LORD OF THE G-STRINGS DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $19.98 THE MUMMY'S KISS DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $19.98 RED DWARF SERIES 1 & 2 DVDS From Warner Home Video! After a massive radiation leak wipes out the entire population of a mining ship in space, chicken soup machine repairman Dave Lister is the only living person in the universe after coming out of a 3,000,000-year state of suspended animation. He now spends his time on the ship with a holographic projection of Arnold Rimmer (his dead bunkmate), Cat (a life-form that evolved from Dave's cat), Holly (the ship's senile computer), and Kryten (a service mechanoid). Boldly going where no one in their right mind would ever go, this popular BBC cult Sci-Fi spoof takes you on a joyride three- million-years into the future. Each DVD has an approximate running time of 180 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. SERIES 1-DVD $34.98 SERIES 2-DVD $34.98 SERIES 1 & 2-DVD SET $69.92 HORROR MY DEAR KILLER DVD From Shriek Show! Renowned Euro-action auteur Tonino Valerii directs this gruesome giallo where a spectacularly graphic decapitation and a questionable suicide sets the stage for a police inspector's search for a deranged killer responsible for a series of gruesome murders and a kidnapping! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.95 PATRICK STILL LIVES DVD From Shriek Show! From Mario Landi, director of the infamous Giallo A Venezia, and Gabrielle Crisanti, producer of Burial Ground: Nights of Terror, comes a cinematic onslaught of carnage and sensuality! A young man, bed-ridden and in a strange coma, uses his dangerous telekinetic powers to unleash violence and terror upon unsuspecting victims! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES EDITED DVD $24.95 UNCUT DVD $24.95 KAIJU GAMERA VOLUME 2: ATTACK OF LEGION DVD From A.D. Vision! When a meteor strikes Japan, the city of Sapporo comes face-to-face with Armageddon as the terror of Legion comes to town! It's up to Earth's number one giant fighting turtle to save the day in this blockbuster motion picture event! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. DVD $19.98 STAR TREK STAR TREK IV: VOYAGE HOME COLLECTOR'S EDITION DVD From Paramount Home Video! Leonard Nimoy directs one of the most acclaimed and intriguing Star Trek adventures in the "classic Trek" series of feature films. It is the 23rd century, and a mysterious alien power is threatening Earth by evaporating the oceans and destroying the atmosphere. In a frantic attempt to save mankind, Kirk and his crew travel back to 1986 San Francisco to retrieve the one species that can save the future: the humpback whale! This special 2-disc DVD collector's edition contains over 6 ½ hours of brand-new bonus material including audio commentary by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy, numerous production featurettes, original cast interviews, a Gene Roddenberry tribute scrapbook, and more! Approximate running time: 118 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $29.99 SUPER-HEROES BATMAN ANIMATED: TALES OF THE DARK KNIGHT From Warner Home Video! The legend of the fabled Dark Knight continues, in five thrilling episodes from the award-winning Batman: The Animated Series! Featured episodes include: "The Underdwellers," "P.O.V.," "The Forgotten," "Be A Clown," and "Two Face Part 1." Approximate running time: 112 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $19.98 VHS $14.95 JUSTICE LEAGUE: JUSTICE ON TRIAL From Warner Home Video! Includes Justice League animated series Season One two-part episodes "In Blackest Night, Parts I and II" and "The Enemy Below, Parts I and II." Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $19.98 VHS $14.95 CHALLENGE OF THE SUPER FRIENDS: ATTACK OF THE LEGION OF DOOM From Warner Home Video! Included in this Super Friends cartoon collection are "Wanted: The Super Friends," "Invasion of the Fearians," "The World's Deadliest Game," "The Time Trap," and "Trial of the Super Friends." Approximate running time: 109 minutes. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $19.98 VHS $14.95 X-MEN EVOLUTION: MUTANTS RISING DVD From Warner Home Video! Includes unedited, never-before-seen versions of X-Men Evolution animated series episodes "Growing Pains," "Power Surge," "Bada-Bing Nada- Boom," "Fun and Games," and "Beast of Bayville." Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $19.98 TUBE BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: ANGEL SEASON 1 DVD SET From Fox Home Entertainment! Buffy may be hot, but she's no Angel! The vampire Angel (David Boreanaz) leaves Sunnydale for Los Angeles, where he uses his powers to help people. Meanwhile, spoiled Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) is trying to make her way in the City of Angels, and her path is destined to cross with Buffy's true love. This 6-disc DVD set collects all 22 Season One episodes, as well as bonus features including episode commentary by series creator Joss Whedon, behind-the-scenes featurettes, original scripts, photo galleries, and more! Approximate running time: 502 minutes. Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD Set $59.98 FRIENDS SEASON 3 DVD GIFT SET From Warner Home Video! This 4-disc DVD set contains all 24 episodes plus never- before-seen extra footage of the complete Third Season of the top-rated 2002 Emmy Award-winning Friends. Approximate running time: 528 minutes. Release Date: April, 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD Set $44.98 MARILYN CHAMBER'S BEDTIME STORIES DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $19.95 THE MONKEES SEASON 1 DVD BOX SET From Rhino Home Video! This DVD Set collects all 32 episodes, fully restored from the original 35mm prints, for the Emmy Award-winning first season of The Monkees, the 60's television series featuring the zany antics of the infamous pop/rock band whose fame ballooned with their world-wide breakout in 1965! Join Peter Tork, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Davy Jones in this time-tripping tour through their madcap adventures and music videos. Scheduled to ship in April 2003. (CAUT: 4) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #11 (NOV024031) DVD Set $89.95 THE OSBOURNES FIRST SEASON UNCENSORED DVD SET From Buena Vista Home Entertainment! Collect the entire first season of The Osbournes, MTV's most outrageously fun reality television show ever! Starring legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne, his amazing wife Sharon, and their incorrigible kids Kelly and Jack, The Osbournes First Season 2-disc DVD set includes all 10 episodes of the first season with commentary tracks and bonus footage, plus four never-before-seen episodes, new cast interviews, Ozzy's Ten Commandments, "Too Oz For TV" blooper reel, an Osbournes bingo game, and lots more! Scheduled to ship in March 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD Set $29.99 PREVIEWS VIDEO SHELF BACKLIST STAR14633 AH! 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