PREVIEWS VOL. XIII #5 PREVIEWS PUBLICATIONS VIDEO VAULT: ANIME BACKLIST SUMMER 2003 CATALOG More DVDs than ever before! The Video Vault: Anime Backlist catalog features hundreds of titles available for fans of every age, including everything from action and adventure to comedy and erotica. Many of these titles are dubbed in English or, for the purist, in their original language with English subtitles. It's like finding the coolest video store on Earth… but without the crowds! Catalog MSRP: $0.75 PREVIEWS #7 (JULY 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 August 2003 through October 2003! Catalog, 8x11, 480+pg, PC $3.95 PREVIEWS PRIMO FLYER #7 Primo is the monthly publication featuring some of the best and most desirable items from Previews! This issue highlights items in the July 2003 catalog! Digest, 5x8, FC PI PREVIEWS CONSUMER ORDER FORM #7 Previews makes it easy for you to order every item in the catalog with this separate order form booklet! This issue ships in late June 2003 for items on sale in September 2003. Comic-sized, 62pg, PC PI PREVIEWS ADULT #7 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 $0.95 COMICS SECTION PREMIER VENDORS DARK HORSE COMICS GO BOY 7: HUMAN ACTION MACHINE #1 TOM PEYER/JON SOMMARIVA/PIERRE-ANDRE DERY cover by FRANCISCO RUIZ VELASCO On sale July 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Ready, Set, GO! While on a trip to visit his uncle at a top secret facility known as the Go Base, Jonny Zero is critically injured and his parents killed when their plane is shot out of the sky by a mysterious attacker. Now the only thing that can save Jonny's life will leave him changed forever! Don't miss out on this first issue in what is sure to be one of the runaway hits from ROCKET COMICS—GO BOY 7! Featuring scripts by Tom Peyer (Hourman, The Authority, Punisher, Batman) and pencils by hot, young newcomer Jon Sommariva! Don't let Go Boy 7 pass you by! HELL #1 BRIAN AUGUSTYN/TODD DEMONG/TIME KANE cover by CARLOS MEGLIA On sale July 16, FC, 32pg, $2.99 Once you step foot on the island known as Hell you may never be able to leave! Corey Rolllins has tried his best to take care of himself and his mother since his father disappeared ten years ago. The military claimed that Corey's father went AWOL and vanished, but Corey and his family have never believed the official story. After being visited by a mysterious stranger who tells him his father is still alive, Corey sets out on an adventure that will take him to the island known only as HELL! And once he's there, he may NEVER be able to leave! Written by Brian Augustyn (Out There, Crimson, JLA) and penciled by the sensational Skottie Young (Spider-Man: Legend of the Spider Clan and Human Torch). THE BLACKBURNE COVENANT #4 OF 4 FABIAN NICIEZA/STEFANO RAFFAELE On sale July 9, FC, 32pg (4 of 4), $2.99 The bizarre conclusion to the supernatural conspiracy finds author-turned-messiah Richard Kaine out for vengeance—but how will he find the solution when he's part of the problem? How can he change civilization without destroying our way of life? And since when can firepower be overcome by flower power? The Blackburne Covenant #4 on sale this July from Fabian Nicieza (Buffy: The Vampire Slayer) and Italian newcomer Stefano Raffaele (Metal Hurlant)! B.P.R.D.: DARK WATERS ONE-SHOT BRIAN AUGUSTYN/GUY DAVIS On sale July 16, FC, 32pg, (one-shot), $2.99 Abe Sapien and Roger the Homunculus find a small town in Massachusetts where the perfectly preserved bodies of three puritan witches have been uncovered in a drained pond. When the waters rise again, it spells doom for the town, and a colossal battle ensues between the mystical forces in the town, the local churches, and the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense. Brian Augustyn, who worked with Mignola on the seminal Gotham by Gaslight, and Guy Davis, artist of this spring's Nevermen and Fantastic Four: Unstable Molecules, deliver a story as bizarre and thrilling as any Hellboy adventure you've read before. CRIMINAL MACABRE: A CAL MCDONALD MYSTERY #3 OF 5 STEVE NILES/BEN TEMPLESMITH On sale July 9, FC, 32pg, (3 of 5), $2.99 The plot and the darkness thicken as detective Cal McDonald and his ghoul-in-the-know partner, Mo'Lock, delve further into the deadly horror unraveling around them. Strange experiments are being conducted by a mysterious and unknown madman, and it's up to Cal to track him down before an unholy and, frankly, quite annoying Hell is unleashed on Los Angeles. McDonald will be forced to rethink everything he has ever known about monsters … or die trying. Niles and Templesmith's last book, 30 Days of Night, scared the pants off comics readers … so grab yourself a belt and get ready for the next wave of nightmares. THE DARK HORSE BOOK OF HAUNTINGS HC MIGNOLA, RUSSELL, CHADWICK, DORKIN, THOMPSON, and others cover by GARY GIANNI On sale August 20, HC, 96pg, FC, $14.95 Dark Horse's horror line launches its new prestige format with this hardcover book filled with original short stories by some of the most respected names in comics. The longest story in The Dark Horse Book of Hauntings is also Mike Mignola's only new Hellboy adventure in 2003! Come along as Hellboy investigates a haunted house and discovers his own unexpected connection to the spirits within. P. Craig Russell (Sandman, Murder Mysteries) adapts Dark Horse publisher Mike Richardson's story about a child who leads friends and family into an abandoned house, and Paul Chadwick and his longtime Concrete editor Randy Stradley team up for a creepy short about a haunted suit. In the strangest entry in the book, Jill Thompson (Scary Godmother) and Evan Dorkin (Hectic Planet) recount the legend of a haunted doghouse. With a Victorian ghost story illustrated by Gary Gianni, and an interview with real-life séance medium L.L. Dreller, plus a new Devil's Footprints story and outstanding contributions from international artists Uli Oesterle (Germany) and Lucas Maragnon (Mexico), this is the ultimate book for horror-comics enthusiasts and fans of fantastic artwork. SCARLET TRACES HC IAN EDGINTON/D'ISRAELI On sale August 20, HC, 88pg, FC, $14.95 A decade after the Martians abortive assault on the Earth and their attempt to establish an invasion bridgehead on the British Isles; the industrious Victorians have assimilated the Martian technologies into their everyday lives. Hansom cabs now scuttle along the Capital's streets on multi-limbed crab legs and the terrible monopoly of the Martian heat- ray has assured the dominance of the British Empire over two-thirds of the Earth's surface, and whose benign tyranny looks to continue to do so far into the next century. However, there is something rotten at the heart of the empire… When the bodies of several young women are found washed up on the Thames, drained of blood, enter Captain Robert Autumn (retired soldier turned gentleman adventurer) and his former Sergeant Major now manservant Archie Currie. Together they are drawn into the mystery which leads them from the gin palaces of the East End, and the grinding poverty of North, to Whitehall's corridors of power and the very Hall of the Martian King! A scientific adventure by Messrs Ian Edginton & D'Israeli. Purveyors of fantastic fiction for young gentlefolk and the mentally deficient. AMERICAN SPLENDOR: UNSUNG HERO TPB HARVEY PEKAR AND DAVID COLLIER On sale August 20, SC, 80pg, b&w, $11.95 Few authors are able to capture an honest snapshot of everyday life the way Harvey Pekar can. From ruminations on jazz musicians to back problems and traffic tickets, Pekar writes in a clear, unsentimental voice that not only explores the mundane, but celebrates it as well. This time out, Pekar focuses his sharp literary eye on Robert McNeill, an ordinary man who's lived an extraordinary life. McNeill recounts his time spent as a G.I. in Vietnam, on a tour through that surreal and horrific landscape that even now, thirty years later, we're struggling to define. Unsung Hero is a tale of cynicism and endurance, tempered by McNeill's distinct sense of humor and Pekar's touching wit. • American Splendor: Unsung Hero is the first Dark Horse collection from the long- running comic-book series that inspired the upcoming American Splendor feature film! • The film version of American Splendor won the prestigious Grand Jury Prize at this year's Sundance Film Festival and has earned both critical and popular acclaim! ALSO AVAILABLE AMERICAN SPLENDOR #17 by Harvey Pekar, Joe Sacco, Frank Stack, Jim Woodring, Joe Zabel, Gary Dumm, Paul Mavrides, John Stats, Alex Wald, Gerry Shamray, and Carole Sobocinski This issue of the first and best of the autobiographical genre features stories from Pekar's life, with a focus on his childhood as the son of communists in Cold-War America, as well as a look at the aftermath of his successful battle with cancer. b&w, 40pg . . . $4.95 AMERICAN SPLENDOR: BEDTIME STORIES by Harvey Pekar, Frank Stack, Joe Sacco, Dean Haspiel, Spain Rodriguez, and David Collier Harvey Pekar is back with another installment of everyman life struggles. Pekar wades through parenting woes and Hollywood hopes, reminding you that even if you've got it bad, you probably don't have it harder than Harvey. b&w, 24pg . . . $3.95 AMERICAN SPLENDOR: UNSUNG HERO by Harvey Pekarand David Collier This time out, Pekar focuses his sharp literary eye on Robert McNeill, an ordinary man who's lived an extraordinary life. McNeill recounts his time spent as a G.I. in Vietnam, on a tour through that surreal and horrific landscape that even now, thirty years later, we're struggling to define. Issue #1, b&w, 24pg . . . $3.99 Issue #2, b&w, 24pg . . . $3.99 Issue #3, b&w, 24pg . . . $3.99 AMERICAN SPLENDOR: WINDFALL #2 (OF 2) byHarvey Pekar, Joyce Brabner, Gary Dunn, Scott A. Gilbert , Joe Sacco, Frank Stack, and Joe Zabel As an encore to his Eisner-nominated graphic novels Our Cancer Year and American Splendor Special, American Splendor: Windfall catches up with Harvey in the aftermath of his grueling bout with cancer and his subsequent hip surgery. Along with his wife Joyce, Harvey finds that moving on from the trauma is difficult and that so-called "normal" life contains its own trials. b&w, 32pg (2 of 2) . . . $3.95 *********************** BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #59: SLAYER, INTERRUPTED PART 4 OF 4 SCOTT LOBDEL/FABIAN NICIEZA/CLIFF RICHARDS cover by PAUL LEE and BRIAN HORTON On sale July 23, FC, 32pg, (4 of 4), (Lee/Horton or Photo cover), $2.99 Don't miss the final chapter of the four-issue story arc, "Slayer Interrupted" as Buffy discovers the horrible secret being kept deep in the bowels of one of Los Angeles's premier mental institutions. Committed by her parents, Buffy finds herself not knowing whom to trust. Now it's up to her to save a group of young girls from the demon that feeds off the sick teenagers hospitalized within. The second book of the Buffy: Year One trilogy wraps up, leading into her parents' divorce, and her arrival in Sunnydale. USAGI YOJIMBO #68 STAN SAKAI On sale July 23, b&w, 24pg, $2.99 Destroy All Monsters! It's the can't-miss conclusion of "Sumi-e"—Stan Sakai's thrilling three-part homage to giant monsters of Japanese cinema! After a tense and disturbing monster hunt, Usagi and the sorcerer Sasuke attempt to rescue young Jotaro and a group of other children kidnapped by a demon-possessed artist. Whatever this diabolical artist paints with his ink set becomes reality, and when a monstrous stone warrior from legend is conjured up, Usagi must combat it with a creature of his own creation. Meanwhile, Jotaro leads an escape and is pursued by the artist's feral familiar. GRENDEL: GOD AND THE DEVIL #6 OF 10 MATT WAGNER/JAY GELDHOF/JOHN K. SNYDER III With newly remastered color by JEROMY COX On sale July 9, FC, 32pg (6 of 10), $3.50 As the Devil descends into a hallucinogenic search for greater truth, Pellon Cross—newly appointed footsoldier of God—embarks on a long, strange trip of his own. Sent by the increasingly power-crazy Pope Innocent XLII to the Sahara Desert, Cross is charged with raiding a nuclear depot and retrieving its hidden cache for the Church's use. Meanwhile, under the sickening streets of Vatican Ouest, the Rat gets his revenge. Matt Wagner's hell-bent romp through the 26th century hits full-throttle with this sixth issue, and it only gets wilder from here! KISS #11 MIKE BARON/MEL RUBI On sale July 16, FC, 32pg, (Rubi or Photo cover), $2.99 The Demon, Starchild, Beast King, and the Celestial probe the genetic mysteries behind the bizarre transformations of the young woman named Christine 16; meanwhile all Hell breaks loose across Manhattan as a storm of hideous monsters rains down on a terrified city. This monstrous maelstrom might be a bit much for even KISS to handle, but when has that ever stopped them from putting up a fight? Ever closer to unraveling the dark secrets of the Unholy—and restoring the lost humanity of the people he's victimized — The Four Who Are One embark on a mission of terrifying and apocalyptic proportions. Mel Rubi does it up monster-style in the wildest issue of KISS yet, in a story conceived by Nexus creator Mike Baron and Gene Simmons himself! THE INVINCIBLE ED: LANCE LUNDGRIN UNLEASHES #3 OF 4 RYAN WOODWARD On sale July 9, FC, 32pg, $2.99 This issue gets serious! Down in the dumps, Ed the geek, takes the blame for the accident with Robin on the football field. Will Ed give up on his training and super hero destiny? Just when Ed is about to walk away from it all, High School football star, Lance Lungrin shows up and threatens Nod, the alien, with his demands for power. The forests of Chesterton have never seen such power displayed as they will when Nod and Lance battle it out! ALSO AVAILABLE THE INVINCIBLE ED: LANCE LUNDGRIN UNLEASHES #1 & #2 (OF 4) FC, 32pg,. . . $2.99Ea. *********************** SHREK #2 (OF 4) MARK EVANIER/RAMON BACHS/RAUL FERNANDEZ On sale July 23, FC, 32pg, (2 of 4), $2.99 Something is stinky in the neighborhood, but it's NOT coming from Shrek's swamp! When Shrek and Donkey go to investigate the funky smell they find it coming from a gingerbread house that's gone rancid. The house is owned by a sweet lady who's thrilled to have their company and keeps feeding them the most delicious food they've ever tasted. What Shrek and Donkey don't know is that the woman is a witch, and she's fattening them up for her dinner! "If you loved the movie, you'll enjoy spending a little more time with Shrek and Donkey in the comic book while you wait for the sequel."—Mark Evanier in an interview with Newsarama 3 X 3 EYES: THE SHADOW OF THE KUNLUN YUZO TAKADA On sale August 13, SC, 224pg, b&w, $17.95—MATURE READERS Pai, the beautiful 300-year-old amnesiac mystic, and her companion-cum-immortal slave, Tokyo student Yakumo Fujii, may have found the clues they seek to help them discover the secrets of the Sacred Land. Joined by the dashing relic-hunter, Jake MacDonald, Yakumo and Pai discover an ancient temple that may hold the key to returning the Pai and Yakumo to their human forms. However their journey of exploration becomes a fight for survival as the pair are once again pitted against the evil forces of Kaiyan Wang. ASTRO BOY VOLUME 18 OSAMU TEZUKA On sale August 27, SC, 216pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7", $9.95 As Japanese popular culture and entertainment continue to explode in popularity around the globe, the signal inspiration of the late Osamu Tezuka - master cartoonist, animator, and storyteller - cannot be underestimated, and Astro Boy is perhaps the most influential work of graphic fiction of the last fifty years. Each volume of his collected adventures is an all-ages treasure trove of action, comedy, and humanity...not to mention monsters, aliens, and giant robots! "One explanation for the popularity of comics in Japan is that Japan had Osamu Tezuka, whereas others did not."—Japan's Asahi Newspaper (quoted in Wizard Magazine) BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #80: PETALS ON THE WIND ONE-SHOT HIROAKI SAMURA On sale July 9, b&w, 32pg, (one-shot), $2.99—MATURE READERS Hiroaki Samura's Blade of the Immortal has gained world-wide recognition for its rough yet graceful art, its modern attitude coupled with a detailed, archaic setting, and uncertain innocence mixed with brutal bloodletting. This issue brings the reader into the midst of something out of the ordinary for Blade of the Immortal—a highly detailed traditional Japanese ceremony. These hidden politics, this tentative romance, age-old traditions, surprises, heartbreak, anger, fear—so much emotion packed into a single issue! And not a single sword is drawn. But that doesn't mean the tension and action are not present; rather they are hidden, gestating behind thin veils and quiet patience. This issue, as well as #79, are the crux of a long, mysterious story—a winding path that will soon begin its descent into the complex chaos you've come to expect from Blade of the Immortal! Winner of Japan's prestigious Media Arts Award and America's own Will Eisner Award. CLUB 9 VOLUME 2 MAKOTO KOBAYASHI On sale August 20, SC, 192pg, b&w, $15.95—MATURE READERS When country girl Haruo Hattori left the farm and her nutty family for college in the big city—and we're talking Tokyo big, folks—she promised to remain true to her high school sweetheart, but that was before she began work at Club 9, one of the hottest hostess bars in the Ginza, where temptation rears its ugly head on a nightly basis. Club 9 is a hilarious slice-of-life, fish-out-of-water romp from the pen of What's Michael? creator Makoto Kobayashi. CANNON GOD EXAXXION #15 KENICHI SONODA On sale July 2, b&w, 40pg, $3.50—MATURE READERS Gunsmith Cats creator, Kenichi Sonoda, a certified gun-nut and veteran of the Japanese manga and anime industries, continues his run of non-stop action and drama with the sexy yet surprisingly serious Cannon God Exaxxion. As we enter the third volume of giant robot action and teen angst confusion, our young hero moves in on Tokyo city after assisting in the escape of his mom and his high school crush, Akane. But the two haven't escaped the clutches of the technologically superior aliens, who may prove to be more clever and conniving than hero Hoichi's rake of a grandfather ever imagined. Better buckle up, because the action, intrigue, and sexy drama is just getting started! CANNON GOD EXAXXION: STAGE 2 KENICHI SONODA On sale August 13, SC, 184pg, b&w, $14.95—MATURE READERS It ain't easy being the savior of Mankind when you're still in high school, but Hoichi Kano will have to make due. Luckily, he has a super-cool integrated gunsuit at his disposal, just the ticket to take on the monstrous mechanical horrors of a pesky group of all-powerful alien invaders. But eventually, fire must be fought with fire, and luckily Earth may have the biggest beat-stick in the playground, the massive, anti-matter- powered robot, Exaxxion. And of course, all it needs is someone crazy enough to pilot it. Oh, Hoichi… From Gunsmith Cats creator Kenichi Sonoda comes Cannon God Exaxxion, a screaming roller-coaster ride of high-tech, over-the-top, manga action. If you like giant robots, beautiful babes, and breakneck action—and what's not to like!—then get ready to pull the pin of Cannon God Exaxxion! OH MY GODDESS! #99: THE PHANTOM RACER PART 4 OF 4 KOSUKE FUJISHIMA On sale July 2, b&w, 32pg, (4 of 4), $2.99 The cover says it all. This comic is about motorcycle racing action! But not your simple, everyday racing stuff. Oh no—this is Oh My Goddess! after all, so along with the super speed and teeth-gritting turns, you get charming kids, supernatural happenings, and love, love, love, love, love! Keiichi, his sister Megumi, and Belldandy are investigating a mysterious ghost. Odd thing is, it's a ghost motorcycle, and a darn fast one at that! Megumi tried to race it, but the apparition almost blew her off the cliff! Now it's Keiichi and Bell's turn, as they challenge the racy ghost while riding master mechanic Chihiro's new love, a little tandem racer. The race is on…see you at the finish line! SUPER MANGA BLAST! #34 by MASAMUNE SHIROW, MOHIRO KITOH, MAKOTO KOBAYASHI, YUZO TAKADA, and HIROYUKI UTATANE & YO MORIMOTO On sale July 30, b&w, 128pg, $5.99 Featuring the best creators and a variety of action, adventure, drama, comedy, and cuteness, Super Manga Blast! is the perfect place for the uninitiated to see what manga is all about. Five regular manga titles and a special section of Masamune Shirow's Appleseed Hypernotes fill up this 128 page marvel! What's Michael? takes center stage this month with...oh golly, a big fight scene? Well, okay, there's some cuteness, too. But before you get used to that, Seraphic Feather will riddle you with sexy suspense and frenetic action. And to add to that, 3x3 Eyes continues with a battle in the holy land, Kunlun. Shadow Star furthers its journey through the youth psyche gone madly awry, and to settle things down a bit, Club 9 continues to charm your socks off. STAR WAR: DARK EMPIRE 3RD EDITION TPB TOM VEITCH/CAM KENNEDY cover by MARK ZUG On sale August 27, SC, 152pg, FC, $16.95 The epic-length story that re-energized the Star Wars franchise is now available in a new edition, with a new cover by Magic the Gathering artist Mark Zug! Join Luke, Leia, Han, and Chewie as they battle the Empire's latest super-weapons: the gigantic, planet-destroying World Devastators! Six years after the Battle of Endor, the Empire has been reborn, guided by a mysterious new leader. With a price on their heads, our heroes are on the run. Han and Leia struggle to protect their unborn child from the bounty hunters and Imperial troops that dog their steps. But their greatest danger my lie in the troubled heart of a hero—as Luke succumbs to the lure of the dark side! STAR WARS: EMPIRE #11 PAUL CHADWICK and TOMÁS GIORELLO cover by KILIAN PLUNKETT On sale July 2, FC, 32pg, $2.99 "Yavin Base" Part 2 (of 2)—While establishing the Rebel base on Yavin IV, General Dodonna clashes with fellow Rebel commander Roons Sewell over plans for the future of the still fledgling Alliance. Sewell is a charismatic leader who has won the hearts and minds of the rebel rank and file, but his flair for the dramatic worries the more pragmatic Dodonna. It's age and experience versus youth and vigor. But with the Empire searching for the new base, and ready to swoop in and destroy the rebels at the first opportunity, the behind the scenes struggle between Dodonna and Sewell could have unexpected – and unwanted – results for the Alliance! The "Darklighter" story line returns with issue #12! STAR WAR: REPUBLIC #56 HADEN BLACKMAN and BRIAN CHING cover by TOMÁS GIORELLO On sale July 16, FC, 32pg, $2.99 "The Battle of Jabiim" Part 2 (of 4)—Obi-Wan Kenobi is MIA, presumed dead. When his master is killed in a battle with Jabiimi rebels, Anakin Skywalker finds himself assigned to a squad of similarly "orphaned" Padawans. The non-stop rain and violent storms on Jabiim suit Anakin's mood of despair punctuated with rage. Some of the other Padawans feel the same way. Whether they're aware of it or not, they all have chips on their shoulders and are looking for either revenge…or a way to follow their dead masters in death. When a routine re-supply mission turns into a life or death fight, Anakin is faced with a choice: either set his feelings aside and follow his training, or give into his anger and use the power of the dark side! STAR WARS: JEDI—AAYLA SECURA ONE-SHOT JOHN OSTRANDER/JAN DUURSEMA/DAN PARSONS cover by JAN DUURSEMA On sale July 30 FC, 48pg, (one-shot), $4.99 A Double-Sized Clone Wars Special! Beautiful twi'lek Jedi Aayla Secura goes undercover to ferret out a Separatist enclave. But when her cover is blown, Aayla finds herself going up against famed bounty hunter (and infamous Jedi killer) Aurra Sing! This is the battle that Star Wars fans have been begging for, by the creative team that was born to bring it to them! FRAZETTA DEATH DEALER MINI STATUE On sale September 10 6" tall, fully painted, packaged in full color box, $64.99 One of the most successful statues that Dark Horse has ever distributed is the excellent rendition of Frank Frazetta's Death Dealer as sculpted by Randy Bowen with the participation of Frank Frazetta. A limited edition of 5,000 pieces was sold out, and is now long gone. We are pleased to announce that by special arrangement with Frank Frazetta we are able to offer this classic in a miniature size at an affordable price. This miniature version stands approximately 6" tall, and retains all of the fabulous detail of the original oversize piece. It represents the first in a series of new licensed Frazetta products that Dark Horse will be producing. This is truly a piece that no collector or fan of fantasy art will want to be without. Packaged in full-color box. FRANK FRAZETTA: MAN THE ENDANGERED SPECIES BRONZE STATUE On sale August 14, 12 1/2"(H) x 18"(L) x 9"(W), mounted on a deluxe base (not pictured), and limited to 50 statues worldwide, $1,800 Dark Horse Comics is proud to announce a very bronze sculpture inspired by one of Frazetta's most significant paintings, Man the Endangered Species. Which originally appeared as cover art to author L. Ron Hubbard's classic novel Battlefield Earth. The piece depicts a savage alien confronting one of the last human heroes, Jonnie Goodboy Tyler and his partner and mate Chrissie. The drama and dynamic tension of this savage moment, are "frozen" in time as only Frazetta can do it. The challenge of bringing this painting forward in three dimensions fell to master sculptor Jeffrey Scott, with an assist from his colleagues at Gentle Giant Studios. He captured the excitement of the original, while extrapolating hidden details as he finished the work from all angles. The results are a tour-de-force of human anatomy and science fiction vision. The sculpture was supervised and approved by both Frank Frazetta and Authors Services, Inc., which is L. Ron Hubbard's international rights agency. FRAZETTA WARRIOR WOMAN ZIPPO® On sale July 30, Chome zippo® w/black image, $29.99 We celebrate the release of the Frank Frazetta statues (see listings on previous page) with the first in a series of collectible Zippo® lighters featuring Frazetta art. Frank is a master of both painting and pen and ink, and of course his fabulous renderings of the female form are world-famous. This illustration brings together all his strengths, with a savage female warrior from an imaginary past…or future! Applied to a brushed chrome zippo®, this is the start of a series sure to inspire collectors and casual fans alike. ALSO AVAILABLE ALIENS ZIPPO® LIGHTER 3-color Zippo® lighter with gun metal finish (STAR12259) . . . $29.99 ALIEN: NOSTROMO ZIPPO? LIGHTER Black matte lighter with brass etching (STAR13311) . . . $29.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #1: QUEEN OF HEARTS Full-color box w/trading card (STAR010783) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #3: CLEOPATRA Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10785) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER #4: BACK IN BLUE Full-color box w/trading card (STAR10786) . . . $44.95 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER SERIES II #1: BLACK BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR12087) . . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® LIGHTER SERIES II #2: LEOPARD BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR12305) . . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® SERIES II #3: DEVIL BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR13097). . . $39.99 BETTIE PAGE ZIPPO® SERIES II #4: RED BETTIE Chrome lighter w/photo, packaged in a tin w/full-color sleeve (STAR13497). . . $39.99 BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL ZIPPO® LIGHTERS Black and red on chrome zippo® lighter (STAR10111). . . $29.95 Laser-etched brass on black-matte zippo® lighter (STAR10110). . . $29.95 COWBOY BEBOP ZIPPO® LIGHTER Zippo® Lighter w/Spectrum finish . . . $34.99 THE DIRTY PAIR ZIPPO® LIGHTER FC Dirty Pair art on Chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR13312) . . . $29.99 GRENDEL: BLACK, WHITE & RED ZIPPO® LIGHTER Matte-black lighter w/red-and-white design (STAR08983) . . . $29.95 GUNSMITH CATS ZIPPO® LIGHTER FC Gunsmith Cats art on Chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR08305) . . . $29.99 HELLBOY ZIPPO® LIGHTER Three-color chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR06649) . . . $29.95 MADMAN ZIPPO® LIGHTER Four-color chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR09480) . . . $29.95 SIN CITY: KADIE'S CLUB PECOS ZIPPO® LIGHTER High-polish chrome lighter w/ red-and-black illustration and logo (STAR06820) . . . $29.95 SIN CITY: MOLLY'S ESCORT SERVICE ZIPPO® LIGHTER High-polish chrome lighter w/ red-and-black illustration and logo (STAR02469) . . . $29.95 TONY MILLIONAIRE'S SOCK MONKEY ZIPPO® LIGHTER FC, chrome Zippo® lighter (STAR12362) . . . $29.99 ROCKET COFFEE HAT AND COFFEE MUG On sale July 16 ROCKET COFFEE MUG Holds liquid fuel in style Black mug w/Rocket comics logo . . . $12.99 ROCKET KNIT HAT Black, red, White hat, embroidered Rocket Comics logo $17.99 ROCKET COMICS MERHCANDISE Rocket Comics is an exciting new action-adventure comics line from Dark Horse, launching in summer 2003. Rocket Comics will feature high-energy adventure stories that focus on strong characters in extreme situations, who at their core are just like the people reading their stories. Now you can show your Rocket pride with these hip, cool t-shirts, hat, mug, and zippo® lighter. The Rocket Comics logo was designed by OBEY / GIANT artist Shepard Fairey. Check out this line of cool Rocket products featuring the logo! ROCKET T-SHIRTS AND ZIPPO® LIGHTER On sale July 16 ROCKET ZIPPO® LIGHTER The official Rocket Made-In-The-USA ZippoTM Lighter. Accept no substitutes! Black matte zippo® lighter w/Rocket logo . . . $29.99 ROCKET LOGO/BLACK SHORT SLEEVE TEE/ADULT M-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 ROCKET LOGO/BLACK LONG SLEEVE TEE/ADULT M-XL $17.99 XXL $19.99 ******************** USAGI YOJIMBO SOFT VINYL FIGURE On sale August 14 8" tall pvc figure, fully painted and packaged in a full color box . . . $24.99 This highly detailed 8" soft vinyl figure of Usagi Yojimbo is sure to impress. We've worked closely with Stan Sakai to perfect the sculpting and painting of this figure. This ronin rabbit is ready for battle and has a stare that can pierce right through you. You can almost hear Usagi's thoughts about how he is going to dice you up into rabbit bite-sized pieces. You'd best mind your manners. ALSO AVAILABLE USAGI YOJIMBO STATUE #1: USAGI AND DINO 8" Usagi and Dino, fully painted, full-color box w/mini-sketchbook (STAR10805) . . . $79.95 USAGI YOJIMBO STATUE #2: USAGI AND KATSUICHI 8" Usagi and Katsuichi statue, full-color box w/mini-sketchbook (STAR11446) . . . $79.95 USAGI YOJIMBO STICKERS Usagi Yojimbo sticker #1 (Usagi logo), FC . . . $1.99 (each) Usagi Yojimbo sticker #2 (Chop), FC . . . $1.99 (each) USAGI YOJIMBO LIMITED-EDITION WRISTWATCH Silver etching against black watch face, black leather band, each w/numbered certificate (STAR12476) . . . $49.99 ******************** THE MATRIX MINI-BUSTS On sale August 20 MATRIX MINI-BUST: TWIN #1 6 1/4" tall, fully painted mini-bust . . . $50.00 MATRIX MINI-BUST: TWIN #2 6 1/4" tall, fully painted mini-bust . . . $50.00 Gentle Giant Studios continues their outstanding series of mini-busts based on the upcoming Warner Brothers film The Matrix: Reloaded. The Twins are the ultimate, chaotic nemeses of the last humans of Zion. They are essentially a virus inserted into The Matrix as savage berzerkers. They embody danger and evil for Neo, Trinity, Morpheus, and their crew. Since much of the data on the Twins is still under wraps, we are soliciting with images of prototypes that are significantly different from the finished products. In the final versions, the twins will have different arms and signature weaponry. The Twins are captured in exquisite detail, thanks to the participation of the actors themselves who posed for the three-dimensional computer scanning. This data was then refined through traditional sculpting and painting to arrive at a superior finished product. The Matrix busts will feature special deluxe packaging. THE MATRIX MINI-BUST RELISTS Gentle Giant Studios is once again setting a new standard for sculpted mini-busts. This new series, distributed by Dark Horse, features characters from the most influential film in decades, The Matrix. The series will concentrate on characters from the original film and the two sequels scheduled for 2003. Each 6 ¼" tall, fully painted mini-bust will be packaged in deluxe special packaging, and will be a numbered, limited edition. NEO $50.00 TRINITY $50.00 MORPHEUS $50.00 AGENT SMITH $50.00 TOP 30 MUST READ TITLES AKIRA BOOK 1 TPB 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 BLAST OFF!: ROCKETS, RAYGUNS, ROBOTS, AND RARITIES FROM THE GOLDEN AGE OF SPACE TOYS HC by S. 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You don't know anything… SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT The origin of Superman is the stuff of legends…a modern mythology that has become part of the unique fabric of American society. Now, two of comic's hottest creators — writer Mark Waid and artist Leinil Yu — take on that classic tale, retelling the legendary story for a new generation! SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT, a 12-issue maxiseries written by Waid (KINGDOM COME, JLA) with art and covers by Leinil Yu & Gerry Alanguilan (HIGH ROADS, Wolverine), sheds new light on Superman's timeless origin tale, revealing unseen facets of the Last Son of Krypton's birth and evolution into Earth's champion. "What makes SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT exciting to write is how we take nothing for granted about the legend. Why does Clark Kent wear a costume? Why THAT costume? How could you possibly meet Superman and not recognize him as Clark? And, most importantly, WHY does Superman do what he does?" Waid says in regards to the upcoming series, which kicks off with an extra-sized 40-page first issue at no extra cost. "BIRTHRIGHT isn't just a dream project — it's a Superman I promise you've never seen before and one you ABSOLUTELY never EXPECTED to see!" Return to Krypton as Jor-El wrestles with the idea of sending his son into the unknown, unsure whether young Kal-El will make it to Earth. Travel back to Smallville, as young Clark Kent becomes aware of his alien origins and meets the man who will become his greatest foe. Journey with Clark as he travels the globe seeking answers about his adopted world and the feelings and morals that define him…answers that lead him to Metropolis, and the beginning of a legend! The definitive origin of Superman begins here! This project is supported by trade and house ads, a full-color poster, a preview in Wizard #141, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT is a 12-issue maxiseries edited by Eddie Berganza. The 40-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 2 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. Subsequent issues will be 32 pages each with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. It's World War I, and there's magic in the air! ARROWSMITH Welcome to the world of Fletcher Arrowsmith…a world very much like our own, but with one big difference. In his world, tales of folklore and legend — wizards, trolls, dragons, magic — are real! It's 1915, and the world is at war, and Fletcher aims to stay alive! ARROWSMITH is a 6-issue Cliffhanger! miniseries that reunites the acclaimed Avengers team of writer Kurt Busiek (ASTRO CITY: LOCAL HEROES) and artists Carlos Pacheco & Jésus Meriño (JLA/JSA: VIRTUE & VICE) to create a coming-of-age story set in a magical new world filled with exciting new characters! Join teenager Fletcher Arrowsmith as he runs away from home and takes his first faltering steps into a confusing world, shedding his romantic illusions as he discovers the dangers of unstable alliances and ancient, unleashed evil. World War I is just getting underway, and more advanced weaponry and armament are proving to be as important as magical power and creatures. Arrowsmith needs to choose sides in the struggle, but he soon realizes that if the so-called good guys win, the world will be forever changed. But will it be for better, or worse? Will he be able to find his place — and himself — in this world? This project is supported by house and trade ads, a full-color poster, a preview in WildStorm Horizon, and a minisite at www.wildstorm.com. ARROWSMITH is a 6-issue Cliffhanger miniseries edited by Scott Dunbier. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 16 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. It's The Party From Hell… DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR SOFTCOVER Get ready for an authentic manga take on the Sandman mythos — at a unique manga digest size — by Jill Thompson, based on Neil Gaiman's "Season of Mists" storyline and featuring appearances by every member of the Endless. DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR is a 208-page VERTIGO softcover written & illustrated by Jill Thompson (THE SANDMAN, THE INVISIBLES) and published in a manga-style digest size of 5" x 7 1/2" in black-and-white with gray tones. Told as a traditional girls' manga tale — or shojo — DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR is replete with family drama, tragic love stories, strong interpersonal relationships, dramatic pacing, symbolism, and a cast of alluring, androgynous characters with a flair for fashion. DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR reveals what Death and her sisters were up to as Morpheus decided what to do with the key to Hell. After the Sandman cut off Lucifer's wings, the Morningstar abdicated his kingdom and left the Key to Hell in Morpheus's hands…which meant that Hell's nastiest denizens were free to evacuate the premises. Unfortunately for Death, they ended up in her apartment. Little sisters Delirium and Despair decide to throw a party for the dead — which quickly gets out of control. It's up to Dream's older sister Death to figure out how to save the day and the afterlife — not to mention the carpet. This project is supported by trade and house ads, a (PROMOTIONAL ITEM TBD), and a minisite at www.vertigo.com. DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR is a 208-page black-and-white VERTIGO softcover measuring 5" x 7 1/2" and edited by Shelly Bond. It is suggested for mature readers and arrives in comic-book stores July 16 with a cover price of $9.95 U.S. Most kids fight to party on the weekends…they fight to save lives! TEEN TITANS What do teenage super-heroes do on the weekends? They hang with the Teen Titans! TEEN TITANS, a new monthly series written by fan-favorite scribe Geoff Johns (JSA, THE FLASH), marks penciller Mike McKone's (SUPERMAN, Exiles) first regular series for DC and features inks by Marlo Alquiza (ACTION COMICS, The Tenth). The series kicks off with an extra-sized first issue at no extra cost, as Superboy, Wonder Girl, Robin and Impulse jump back into the super-team business! These teen heroes have gone through some tough times, losing friends in battle and seeing their teams splintered. But they're resilient…and they're out to prove that the DC Universe ain't just a teenage wasteland! As the series begins, Superboy, Wonder Girl, Robin and Impulse seek advice from their mentors, and each is inspired to come together under the "leadership" of Starfire, Beast Boy and Cyborg — founding members of the original New Teen Titans. But these kids aren't used to taking orders — and the older Titans aren't used to giving them. Don't miss the dawn of a new era for the Teen Titans, guest-starring Superman, Batman and both The Flash and Jay Garrick, the Golden Age Flash! This project is supported by house and trade ads, a full-color poster, a preview in Wizard #141, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. TEEN TITANS is an ongoing series edited by Eddie Berganza. The 40- page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 16 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. They were once the World's Greatest Super-Heroes. Now they're just… FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE Unscrupulous businessman Maxwell Lord never misses the chance to cash in on a scheme, no matter how hare-brained. And his latest plan may be his wackiest yet: reuniting the classic '80s super-team Justice League! The creative team responsible for JUSTICE LEAGUE — Keith Giffen (LOBO, LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES), J.M. DeMatteis (THE SPECTRE, BATMAN: ABSOLUTION), Kevin Maguire (JLA: CREATED EQUAL, JUST IMAGINE STAN LEE CREATING THE FLASH) and Joe Rubinstein (SUPERMAN) — returns for FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE, a 6-issue miniseries that reunites Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Fire, Elongated Man, Captain Atom and…Mary Marvel? Lord plans to set the former JLIers up as a super-team for hire in a suburban strip mall, but his scheme is met with with hostility from neighborhood locals. And who knows what villains will crawl out of the woodwork to exact revenge on the former Justice League? Can this ragtag band of reluctant heroes convince Max to stop this madness? This project is supported by house and trade ads, a preview in DC Horizon, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE is a 6-issue miniseries edited by Dan Raspler and Mike Carlin. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic- book stores July 2 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. For these demons, it's all about souls! THE POSSESSED Last year, there were over 765 cases of demonic possession reported. Already this year, that number has doubled. Welcome to the demon-infested world of THE POSSESSED, a 6-issue Homage Comics miniseries from the fertile mind of writers Geoff Johns (JSA, THE FLASH) & Kris Grimminger (Witchblade) and artist Liam Sharp (GLOBAL FREQUENCY, The Incredible Hulk) that marks Johns' first original concept developed for comics! Since the dawn of mankind, spirits and demons of hellish origin have infested the Earth through the possession of human hosts. The world's religions have striven to develop a means to combat this evil: exorcism. But today, the battle for a soul's salvation must take on a new, militant form. With a combination of ancient tools and advanced, technological firepower, an elite group of men and women face these unseen horrors without hesitation — an army of exorcists in soldiers' clothing, putting their souls on the line for all humanity. As children, each of them was possessed. As adults, they have become our world's greatest force against the evils of the afterlife. They have become…The Possessed! This project is supported by trade and house ads, a preview in WildStorm Horizon, and a minisite at www.wildstorm.com. THE POSSESSED is a 6-issue Homage Comics miniseries edited by Ben Abernathy and is suggested for mature readers. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 23 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. Will she change your fate…or seal it? FALLEN ANGEL Welcome to Bete Noire, a mysterious city not far from New Orleans, with origins shrouded in tales of black-hearted cutthroats and mystic priests. Quiet, almost mundane by day, Bete Noire's shadows seem imbued with life by night. Criminals conduct their business unafraid and the uncommon is commonplace. And moving through it all like broken glass — smooth, yet cutting — is the woman called the Fallen Angel. FALLEN ANGEL, a new ongoing monthly series created and written by New York Times bestselling author Peter David with art by David Lopez (BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT) & Fernando Blanco (Star Wars), explores the world of Bete Noire and its most enigmatic inhabitant: the hooded woman nicknamed the "Fallen Angel," who helps people in need when they find themselves at a crossroads in their lives. But the Fallen Angel's help isn't always what it seems. If she deems you worthy, she can be your savior. If not, you'll walk away from her worse off than you were before…if at all. When a desperate woman seeks her aid in locating her runaway teenage son — rumored to have become a prostitute — the Fallen Angel realizes that neither mother or son are what they claim to be...and that puts her in direct conflict with the androgynous Bumper Ruggs and her crew, the Muscle Men! This project is supported by house ads, a preview in DC Horizon, and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. FALLEN ANGEL is an ongoing series edited by Lysa Hawkins. The 32- page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 9 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. A hunter becomes the hunted! RED Everyone has a talent…a special ability or proficiency to be exploited or used for personal gain. Some people possess artistic or athletic talent…but Paul Moses has a talent for murder. RED, an explosive 3-issue Homage Comics miniseries written by the critically acclaimed Warren Ellis (PLANETARY, ORBITER) with art by Cully Hamner (THE AUTHORITY), tells the tale of Paul Moses, a man whose taste for violence was matched only by his ability to dish it out. As a C.I.A. operative, Moses made use of his unique talents for a lifetime, shuttling around the world from one hotspot to the next, dealing justice in its harshest form. Then he retired, content to live out his remaining years in peace. Moses thought he could put it all behind him. Moses was wrong. When a new administration takes over the White House, it brings about a political change that directly affects the C.I.A. The new regime decides Moses knows too much, and has to die…but killing him is easier said than done. Don't miss this action-packed story of survival and revenge! This project is supported by house ads, a preview in WildStorm Horizon, and a minisite at www.wildstorm.com. RED is a 3-issue Homage Comics miniseries edited by Ben Abernathy. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 30 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. The dawn of a new era for Cutter and the Wolfriders! ELFQUEST: 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION Celebrating both the 25th Anniversary of Elfquest's debut and the beginning of DC's line of Elfquest publications and products, DC is proud to present ELFQUEST: 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION, a 40-page one-shot created by Wendy and Richard Pini that reprints the introductory story from the now- classic Elfquest #1, originally published in 1978! Newly re-lettered and re-colored by Wendy Pini and featuring the classic cover image from Elfquest #1, this story introduces readers to the Wolfriders and their proud leader, Cutter. It begins a story that has become the most successful fantasy/adventure saga the comics world has ever seen, well-known for its unique visual appeal and inventive characters. This issue is the inaugural item in an expansive Elfquest line from DC that will include color hardcover archives, black-and-white trade paperbacks and collected editions, and new, original material! ELFQUEST: 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION also features an interview with the Pinis discussing DC's publishing plan for Elfquest's rich library of stories and previewing the first all-new Elfquest story in years, THE SEARCHER AND THE SWORD. ELFQUEST: 25th ANNIVERSARY EDITION is a 40-page Special that arrives in comic-book stores July 2 with a cover price of $2.95 U.S. Retailer note: A limited quantity of copies will be distributed at Elfquest events and at ComiCon International: San Diego, from July 17-20. If you're waiting for a super-hero to save you…abandon hope! EMPIRE For 10 long years, he has dominated the world, crushing humanity beneath his iron heel. Now, with 6 billion people in his totalitarian grasp, Golgoth is finding out that running a global empire is no easy task! The result of the creative fusion between critically acclaimed creators Mark Waid (KINGDOM COME, THE FLASH), artist Barry Kitson (JLA: YEAR ONE, THE TITANS) & James Pascoe (BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS), EMPIRE is an atypical comic-book tale…one told from the perspective of a villain rather than a hero. Get ready for the return of EMPIRE, debuting in June with a #0 issue that collects the two previously released Gorilla Comics issues under a new cover by Kitson, leading into a new 6-issue miniseries beginning in July! The masked Golgoth has proven himself to be an unstoppable tyrant, commanding armies that have marched across the globe and back, eradicating every significant military force on Earth and crushing all who opposed his will. But now that Golgoth holds the world in his steely grasp, he wonders…can his closest staff members be trusted? Golgoth must contend with a never-ending onslaught of those seeking to oppose his reign, from aliens to freedom fighters. EMPIRE mixes political intrigue with all-out action, as seen through the cold eyes of a ruthless dictator! This project is supported by trade and house ads and a minisite at www.dccomics.com. EMPIRE #0 is a retro-resolicited 64-page one-shot that arrives in comic- book stores June 25 with a cover price of $3.95. EMPIRE is a 6-issue miniseries edited by Joey Cavalieri. The 32-page issue #1 arrives in comic-book stores July 30 with a cover price of $2.50 U.S. JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY TRADE PAPERBACK Jack Kirby took comics fandom by surprise with his move to DC Comics in 1970…and then used the monthly comic SUPERMAN'S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN to introduce his Fourth World concepts to the DC Universe! The full-color JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY, written and pencilled by Kirby with inks by Vince Colletta and others, collects SUPERMAN'S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN #133-139 and #141 in a handsome, 192- page trade paperback. This full-color volume — the first DC archive offered at a new, smaller size with a new, smaller price — features an introduction by comics historian and former Kirby assistant Mark Evanier as well as a new cover — based on an unused Kirby cover sketch from 1971 — newly inked by Steve Rude! JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY includes the explosive debut of a number of major characters who would become players in Kirby's Fourth World, including the unforgettable Darkseid as well as the cloned Guardian, Morgan Edge, Dubbilex, and the Cadmus Project. This is a volume no DC reader or Kirby collector should be without! This project is supported with house ads. JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY is 192-page trade paperback that arrives in comic-book stores July 23 with a cover price of $19.95 U.S. CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN ARCHIVES Volume 1 HARDCOVER Four years before Jack Kirby and Stan Lee created Marvel's Fantastic Four, there was another adventurous foursome presented by Kirby that set forth to discover the secrets of the universe…the Challengers of the Unknown! CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN ARCHIVES Volume 1 is a 168- page hardcover that collects SHOWCASE #6-7, 11-12, and CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #1-2, circa 1957-1958, written by Jack Kirby and Dave Wood with art and cover by Kirby and others and an introduction by Paul Kupperberg! The Challengers were test pilot Ace Morgan, daredevil/mountain climber Red Ryan, heavyweight boxing champ Rocky Davis, and Professor Haley, a scientist specializing in underwater exploration — four men who barely survived the crash of a small aircraft and considered themselves to be living on borrowed time! After avoiding such a devastating fate, they dedicated themselves to a life of harrowing adventures, all in the name of good. Nothing was deemed too dangerous for the Challengers — after all, they should have been dead already! The fearsome foursome faced the impossible and the unimaginable at every turn — don't miss this chance to relive their earliest adventures! This project is supported with trade and house ads. CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN ARCHIVES VOLUME 1 is a 168- page hardcover that arrives in comic-book stores July 2 with a cover price of $39.95 U.S. DC UNIVERSE: BATMAN DETECTIVE COMICS #784 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY PATRICK ZIRCHER, AARON SOWD, AND CLIFF CHIANG; COVER BY TIM SALE In stores July 2. "Made of Wood," Part 1 of 3, guest-starring JSA's Golden Age Green Lantern Alan Scott! A serial killer has scrawled an eerily familiar message on the statue of the city's most hallowed Golden Age hero…but to what demonic place will the trail lead? Only one light can illuminate the diabolical destination — that of the Green Lantern! Plus, a back-up story by Judd Winick (GREEN ARROW) and Cliff Chiang (BEWARE THE CREEPER) that features the return of Josie Mac, who gets transferred to the pages of GOTHAM CENTRAL! FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #169 WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER; ART AND COVER BY TONY HARRIS In stores July 9. Part 1 of "Irresistible," a 3-part story arc by Tom Peyer (LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES, HOURMAN) and Tony Harris (JSA: THE UNHOLY THREE, STARMAN)! Frank Sharp wasn't blessed with good looks…in fact, he's probably one of the ugliest men alive. Fortunately, nature balanced that by giving him the unique ability to make people do whatever he wants, just by shaking their hands. Frank uses his gift to work his way through Gotham's worlds of politics and crime…but how long will it be before Batman comes calling? FC, 32 pg. $2.50 BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #43 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND JOHN OSTRANDER; ART BY DAVE ROSS, JOHN FLOYD AND PHILIP BOND; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores July 16. A new arc begins, as events in the present force Bruce Wayne and Barbara Gordon to reflect on the short life of Jason Todd, the second Robin. Thrill to an untold tale of the original Batgirl and that era's Robin in a story that brings new details and perspective to the Jason Todd tragedy, plus learn about a pivotal event in Batman's life which may cost him dearly in the present! And in the black-and-white backup, "Snap," rival paparazzi vie for a coveted shot of the Batman. But will their fierce competition for a scoop have lethal repercussions? FC, 40 PG. $2.75 BATMAN #617 WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores July 30. With just three issues to go, the mystery of "Hush" deepens! For months, the relationship between Batman and Catwoman has been heating up. Everyone seems happy about it, except for Robin, the Boy Wonder! Robin's got some issues with Catwoman and the secrets she knows. Does Batman's young partner have the stuff to take out Catwoman? Or will the Cat swallow the little bird? It all leads up to Batman making the most startling discovery of all…and here's a hint: The story is titled "The Grave!" For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ARKHAM ASYLUM: LIVING HELL #3 WRITTEN BY DAN SLOTT; ART BY RYAN SOOK AND JIM ROYAL; PAINTED COVER BY ERIC POWELL In stores July 2. Humphry Dumpler had a bad life. Humphry Dumpler caused lots of strife. With all the destruction and mechanical mayhem, can Batgirl (Barbara Gordon) put everything back together again? It's the shocking origin of Arkham's most well-behaved inmate! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.50 BATGIRL #42 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY ADRIAN SIBAR AND ANDY OWENS; COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores July 23. The all-new, all-diabolical Dr. Death debuts! A scientist who studies murder in all its most painful and hideous manifestations puts his new formula for chemical terror on the auction block in Gotham City! Can Batman and Batgirl find the auction in time to prevent the sickest minds in the world from laying their hands on "Death in a Bottle?" Featuring a cover by FABLES' James Jean! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATGIRL: DEATH WISH TP WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT AND CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores July 30. Collecting BATGIRL #17-20, 22, 23, and 25! Batgirl fights the good fight in a fistful of adventures guest-starring Batman, Robin and Spoiler! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH BATGIRL: A KNIGHT ALONE TP WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART BY DAMION SCOTT, COY TURNBULL, ROBERT CAMPANELLA, DAN DAVIS, AND JOHN LOWE; COVER BY SCOTT AND CAMPANELLA In stores July 30. Reoffered to coincide with BATGIRL: DEATH WISH TP, this second collection of BATGIRL reprints issues #7-11, 13, and 14. Batgirl's powers have gone haywire, and Lady Shiva's looking for a fight! (STAR14229D) SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $12.95 ******************************* BATGIRL: YEAR ONE #8 WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY MARCOS MARTIN AND ALVARO LOPEZ In stores July 16. The miniseries nears its thrilling conclusion! Ah…a night out for Batgirl and Robin. Dinner and a movie? Flowers and whispered sweet nothings? Meaningful sidelong gazes? Nah. How about a runaway subway train, a hostage situation and the super-powered maniac called Blockbuster? FC, 32 PG. (8 OF 9) $2.95 BATMAN ADVENTURES #4 WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON AND DAN SLOTT; ART BY RICK BURCHETT, TEMPLETON, AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BRUCE TIMM In stores July 16. Featuring two exciting tales of the Dark Knight! Batman confronts an old foe — Ra's Al Ghul — in a very old place: Easter Island! Plus, in the back-up story, see the World's Greatest Detective squeeze info out of a bad guy in a scary but scientific way! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT ARCHIVES VOL. 4 HC WRITTEN BY BILL FINGER AND DON CAMERON; ART BY BOB KANE, JERRY ROBINSON, GEORGE ROUSSOS, JACK BURNLEY AND VARIOUS; COVER BY ROBINSON In stores July 30. The latest hardcover collection of Batman's Golden Age adventures! Collecting BATMAN #13-16 from 1942-1943, featuring the very first appearance of Bruce Wayne's faithful butler Alfred! The Batman and his trusty sidekick Robin once again face off against the Joker, Catwoman, and the Penguin! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 224PG, FC $49.95 BATMAN: NEVERMORE #4 WRITTEN BY LEN WEIN; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY BERNIE WRIGHTSON ELSEWORLDS. In stores July 2. Edgar Allan Poe's investigations into the Raven Murders have brought him closer to madness than he could have ever imagined. With the body count rising, The Batman and Poe learn the killer has marked them for death! FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 5) $2.50 BIRDS OF PREY #57 WRITTEN BY GAIL SIMONE; ART AND COVER BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI In stores July 23. The new creative team of Gail Simone, Ed Benes and Alex Lei puts the Birds through their paces! Black Canary, seriously injured in last issue's ambush, is used as leverage in a contest of wills between Oracle and the brilliant extortionist, Savant. Backed into a corner and faced with the demand to turn over her secret files on everyone — including Bruce Wayne — Babs reluctantly calls for help from a person she trusts only slightly more than Savant himself: the Huntress! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CATWOMAN #21 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART AND COVER BY CAMERON STEWART In stores July 30. Selina and Holly continue their no-rules, no-holds-barred road trip with a stopover in Keystone City! It's supposed to be a simple vacation, until a certain member of The Flash's Rogue's Gallery blackmails Selina into helping him pull off a major score. And with Captain Cold on one side and the law on the other, how can our feline fatale escape unscathed? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 CATWOMAN: SELINA'S BIG SCORE SC WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY DARWYN COOKE; PINUPS BY MIKE ALLRED, SHANE GLINES, JAIME HERNANDEZ, ADAM HUGHES, MIKE MIGNOLA, KEVIN NOWLAN, STERANKO, AND DANIEL TORRES; PAINTED COVER BY COOKE In stores July 16. The acclaimed hardcover that earned a 10-out-of-10 rating on TheFourthRail.com returns in a gorgeous softcover edition! This tale takes place just prior to CATWOMAN #1, as Selina is presumed dead and desperate for cash. Can her assembled crew of thieves pull off one big heist? For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $17.95 STAR OF THE MONTH CATWOMAN: THE DARK END OF THE STREET TP WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY DARWYN COOKE AND MIKE ALLRED; COVER BY COOKE In stores July 16. Reoffered to coincide with CATWOMAN: SELINA'S BIG SCORE SC, this trade paperback collects the first four issues of the hit CATWOMAN series, plus the lead-in backup tales from DETECTIVE COMICS #759-762! Last seen at death's door, Selina Kyle — Catwoman — has disappeared and is presumed dead. But the mysterious circumstances of her death draw the attention of a certain roughneck private eye: Slam Bradley! (STAR16235D) SC, 7X10, 136PG, FC $12.95 ******************************* GOTHAM CENTRAL #9 WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA; ART AND COVER BY MICHAEL LARK In stores July 16. "Half a Life," Part 4 of 5! Renee Montoya finds herself behind bars and out of options until an old admirer comes to her temporary rescue. But the disgrace she's suffered is nothing compared to the horror she's about to face, as the true manipulator behind her fall from grace reveals himself in devastating fashion! Meanwhile, Crispus Allen finds himself with a new partner, as Josie Mac joins the cast of GOTHAM CENTRAL! Could she be the one person who can save Montoya before her hidden stalker's revenge is complete? Be sure to check out the GOTHAM CENTRAL back-up story in DETECTIVE COMICS #784! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 HARLEY QUINN #34 WRITTEN BY A.J. LIEBERMAN; ART AND COVER BY MIKE HUDDLESTON AND TROY NIXEY In stores July 2. Harley Quinn ain't exactly the loving, nurturing type. She's more the stab-you-and-pick-your- pocket-before-you-hit-the-floor type. So why is she feeding and protecting an orphaned 11-year-old girl? And why not, when Harley's after a score worth $500,000? Can she keep the kid away from the bounty hunters hot on her trail? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH HARLEY & IVY: LOVE ON THE LAM WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY JOE CHIODO In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with THE HARLEY QUINN STATUE (offered in Previews Volume XIII #1). Before Harley Quinn got her own monthly series, she teamed up with Poison Ivy for an unforgettable night on the town filled with wacky hijinx and unfortunate scenarios. These two ladies of Gotham are lovingly brought to life by writer Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN, OUTSIDERS) and painter Joe Chiodo (DANGER GIRL SPECIAL, The Mechanic). Prestige Format. (STAR14163D) FC, 48 PG $5.95 ******************************* NIGHTWING #83 WRITTEN BY DEVIN GRAYSON; ART BY RICK LEONARDI AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS III In stores July 9. Amy knows Dick Grayson's secret…but what will she do with that information? Will she turn her former partner in to the Blüdhaven P.D.? Will she turn a blind eye to his nocturnal activities? Whatever the outcome, Dick's life will never be the same! Meanwhile, Nightwing tries to solve the murder of Chief Redhorn, but sometimes an investigation uncovers answers better left hidden… FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ROBIN #116 WRITTEN BY JON LEWIS; ART BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY; COVER BY JO CHEN In stores July 23. A new phase in Robin's life is about to begin! A very special day for Tim Drake turns terrifying when it becomes apparent one of his enemies has learned his identity and is striking back! Even Batman can't decipher the true mystery behind this apparent first volley against Robin, and it's not until the Teen Wonder unravels the puzzle that the devastating truth becomes clear! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 DC UNIVERSE: SUPERMAN ACTION COMICS #805 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY, JASON PEARSON, AND CAM SMITH; COVER BY DAVE BULLOCK In stores July 2. The breathtaking conclusion to "The Harvest!" This is it: the final battle between Superman and General Zod! Who will reign supreme? There can be only one winner…and Lex Luthor is looking to fix the outcome! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #618 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY CHARLIE ADLARD; COVER BY LEE BERMEJO In stores July 9. The Mxy Twins have gotten rid of Earth's gravity, with devastating consequences. Superman must find a way to restore order to the world, and the solution isn't as easy as getting the twins to say their names backwards. Can he find the answer before it's too late? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SUPERMAN #195 WRITTEN BY STEVEN T. SEAGLE; ART AND COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND ANDY OWENS In stores July 23. From the pages of SUPERMAN: THE 10-CENT ADVENTURE, Superman enters the fortress of the Futuresmiths — only to be caught in a time loop! But a new Supergirl is there to help, setting the stage for what's to come in SUPERMAN #200! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY TP WRITTEN BY JACK KIRBY; ART BY KIRBY AND VINCE COLLETTA; COVER BY KIRBY AND STEVE RUDE In stores July 23. Collecting SUPERMAN'S PAL JIMMY OLSEN #133-139 and #141, circa 1970-1971, featuring appearances by Superman, the cloned Guardian, Morgan Edge, Dubbilex, and the Cadmus Project, plus the first hint of Darkseid! All recolored material with a new cover showcasing an unused Kirby cover sketch from 1971, newly inked by Steve Rude. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH JACK KIRBY'S FOURTH WORLD TP WRITTEN BY JACK KIRBY; ART AND COVER BY KIRBY AND MIKE ROYER In stores July 23. Reoffered to coincide with JIMMY OLSEN: ADVENTURES BY JACK KIRBY VOLUME 1. The concluding trade paperback collection of Kirby's legendary "Fourth World" saga reprints MISTER MIRACLE #11-18 (in black-and-white, with gray tones). FOURTH WORLD finds New Gods Scott Free, Big Barda and Oberon facing a mind-bending menagerie of villains including Mystivac, Granny Goodness, Doctor Bedlam, Vermin Vunderbar and Kanto, the master assassin! (STAR13651D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, B&W $12.95 ******************************* SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN In stores July 2. A 12-issue maxiseries that marks Mark Waid's return to DC and Leinil Yu's DC Universe debut, kicking off with an extra-sized first issue at no extra cost! Everyone knows Jor-El sent his infant son to Earth to avoid death on Krypton…now, BIRTHRIGHT takes a closer look at Jor-El's emotional struggles with the decision. Plus: Kal-El's early days on an alien world, and the discoveries that set him on the path to becoming a legend! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 40 PG. (1 OF 12) $2.95 SUPERMAN: METROPOLIS #6 WRITTEN BY CHUCK AUSTEN; ART AND COVER BY DANIJEL ZEZELJ In stores July 16. Believing it's really Lena Luthor, the Tech takes human form and leaves the city's machinery to run uncontrolled. Plus, Jimmy's falling in love with the ghost in the machine! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 12) $2.95 SUPERMAN & BATMAN: GENERATIONS III #7 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY JOHN BYRNE; COVER BY BYRNE ELSEWORLDS. In stores July 9. In the 26th century, Superman returns to Earth after 500 years of exile… but what he finds is a world he barely recognizes! Who is the mysterious Superwoman who looks so much like his long-lost Lois? And how did the attacking Parademons become so powerful? The answers are revealed in a 2-part story! FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 12) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SUPERMAN #1 CHROMIUM MILLENIUM EDITION WRITTEN BY JERRY SIEGEL; ART AND COVER BY JOE SHUSTER In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT #1. The Man of Steel's phenomenally successful debut in 1938's ACTION COMICS #1 was followed one year later by this incredible first issue — the first time a single character carried an entire comic book by himself! (STAR11899D) FC, 64 PG. PI ******************************* SMALLVILLE #3 WRITTEN BY MARK VERHEIDEN AND CLINT CARPENTER; ART BY RENATO GUEDES AND OCLAIR ALBERT; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores July 16. A special issue devoted to fan-favorite Lex Luthor! What makes the young Lex tick? Find out in this issue's lead story as he finds an old friend murdered and his life turned upside-down! Plus, an interview with actor Michael Rosenbaum and the continuing episode guide to season 1. FC, 48 PG. $3.95 SUPERGIRL: MANY HAPPY RETURNS TP WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI In stores July 9. Collecting the hard-to-find final 6 issues of SUPERGIRL, #75-80, in one handy volume featuring an intro by Peter David and a new cover by Ed Benes! There are two Supergirls…but which one's the real deal? Linda Danvers isn't sure whether Kara Zor-El is for real, but she plans to find out. Can both of them survive the confrontation? For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 144PG, FC $14.95 DC UNIVERSE AQUAMAN #8 WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY ETHAN VAN SCIVER In stores July 16. Aquaman faces the unexpected return of his greatest foe, Black Manta! The King of the Seas is faced with the ultimate choice: to save the villain who killed his only son, or let him die? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 BATMAN/SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN: TRINITY #2 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY MATT WAGNER; COVER BY WAGNER In stores July 30. Matt Wagner's (Grendel, Mage) tale of Superman and Batman's first encounter with Wonder Woman continues! Superman pursues a nuclear threat as the Purge comes to Gotham, and the villain's plot to bring about global chaos creeps closer to fruition! Wonder Woman finds herself alone against the twisted fury of Bizarro! And can Batman find a rogue missile in time to avert catastrophe in the city he has sworn to protect? FC, 64 PG. (2 OF 3) PRESTIGE FORMAT $6.95 CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC WRITTEN BY JACK KIRBY AND DAVE WOOD; ART BY JACK KIRBY, ROZ KIRBY, MARVIN STEIN, BRUNO PREMIANI, AND GEORGE KLEIN; COVER BY JACK KIRBY In stores July 2. Four years before Jack Kirby and Stan Lee created Marvel's Fantastic Four, there was another adventurous foursome co-created by Kirby that set fourth to challenge the unknown. Now witness those early adventures again in a specially priced hardcover volume that collects SHOWCASE #6, 7, 11, and 12, and CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN #1 and 2, originally published in 1957-1958. For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 168PG, FC $39.95 DOOM PATROL #22 WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY TAN ENG HUAT In stores July 9. Final issue! In a desperate attempt to save a team member's life, the Doom Patrol turns to Doc Magnus…but is it too late? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 EMPIRE #0 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY BARRY KITSON AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY KITSON Retro-resolicited; in stores June 25. Collecting the first two issues of EMPIRE, originally published by Gorilla Comics! For 10 years, one man has marched forward, unflinching in his desire for world domination. Golgoth's monarchy spans the globe and holds 6 billion people in its totalitarian grasp. Now that he has achieved his dream, his nightmares are just beginning, as he realizes that running a massive global empire is no easy task! For more information, see the feature article. Retailer note: This issue is resolicited; all previous issues are canceled. FC, 64 PG. $3.95 EMPIRE #1 WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY BARRY KITSON AND JAMES PASCOE; COVER BY KITSON In stores July 30. Continuing the Empire saga with a bold new start! The unstoppable tyrant Golgoth and his conquering armies have eradicated every significant military force on Earth, bringing the world into the grasp of a dictator. But can the members of his staff be trusted? Heavy is the head that wears the crown! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.50 ENEMY ACE: WAR IN HEAVEN TP WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS AND ROBERT KANIGHER; ART BY CHRIS WESTON, RUSS HEATH, CHRISTIAN ALAMY AND JOE KUBERT; PAINTED COVER BY JIM DEITZ In stores July 2. From 1914 to 1918, Hans Von Hammer earned the nickname "The Hammer of Hell" in the bloody skies of World War I. Now it's World War II, and blood rains from the skies once again! Von Hammer, the finest pilot Germany has ever known, is now a 46-year-old man with plenty of enemies in the Nazi regime. This edition also includes a classic World War One Enemy Ace tale by creators Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert, reprinted from STAR-SPANGLED WAR STORIES #139! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $14.95 FALLEN ANGEL #1 WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART BY DAVID LOPEZ AND FERNANDO BLANCO; COVER BY BRIAN STELFREEZE In stores July 9. A new monthly series by fan-favorite writer Peter David and the hot new art team of David Lopez & Fernando Blanco! Welcome to Bete Noire, a city that superstition claims to be the City that Shapes the World. And Bete Noire's most mysterious inhabitant is the Fallen Angel! When a mother turns to her for help finding her son, it puts the Angel in direct conflict with Bumper Ruggs and the Muscle Men! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE FLASH #200 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; WRAPAROUND COVER BY KOLINS In stores July 30. The conclusion of "Blitz" hits like a ton of bricks as The Flash faces his final confrontation with his opposite number, Zoom! If The Flash manages to stop Zoom, he'll pay a horrible price. Only with the help of his friends from the past can Wally put his life back on track…but in a way you'll never anticipate! The biggest change in the life of Wally West since he first donned the Flash costume happens in this special, extra-sized anniversary issue! FC, 48 PG. $3.50 FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE #1 WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN AND J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART AND COVER BY KEVIN MAGUIRE AND JOE RUBINSTEIN In stores July 2. Reuniting the creative team behind the classic '80s JUSTICE LEAGUE! Maxwell Lord tries to base a super-team-for-hire in a suburban strip mall, but his plan is met with hostility by the locals. Can reluctant heroes Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Fire, Elongated Man, Captain Atom and Mary Marvel convince Max to stop the madness? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.50 GREEN ARROW #28 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores July 9. "Straight Shooter," Part 3 of 6! After a tough battle with the ogre of the Lamb Valley District, things begin to heat up between Ollie and Joanna Pierce…but can our torn, tattered hero step up to the challenge? Meanwhile, Connor has concerns over a lack of communication from their favorite medical examiner, so it's off to the morgue! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH THE GREEN ARROW BY JACK KIRBY WRITTEN BY DAVE WOOD, ED HERRON AND BILL FINGER; ART BY JACK KIRBY AND ROZ KIRBY; COVER BY JACK KIRBY In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with CHALLENGERS OF THE UNKNOWN ARCHIVESVOLUME 1, also featuring work by Jack Kirby. Eleven little-seen adventures of Green Arrow by one of comics' greatest creators ever — Jack Kirby — are collected here in this special "annual." Reprinting the Green Arrow stories from ADVENTURE COMICS #250-256 and WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #96-99 (1958-1959). (STAR14476D) FC, 72 PG. $5.95 ******************************* GREEN LANTERN #167 WRITTEN BY BEN RAAB; ART BY RICK BURCHETT AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY ARIEL OLIVETTI In stores July 30. "The Blind," Part 2 of 2! Set to consume Earth, Green Lantern must thwart The Blind and Shiro Nova in space combat! But just when things are going well, Lianna joins the party…and everything goes straight down the drain! Meanwhile, on Earth, John Stewart comes home from saving the world to find Merayn's made a life-changing decision! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 HAWKMAN #17 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY RAGS MORALES AND MICHAEL BAIR; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN WATSON In stores July 9. The conclusion to the 3-part story "The Thanagarian," guest-starring Animal Man! Hawkwoman has finally tracked down the final fate of her ex-partner, and what it means to the world of the Animal Avatars. But an unexpected tag-along will send Shayera's life in an entirely new direction! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 H-E-R-O #6 WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY KANO; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores July 16. Young Andrea Allen has found the H-E-R-O device! Just in time, too, because her middle school has been overrun by super-heroes, super-villains, and invaders from another dimension. Can she sort this mess out before she gets expelled? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A H-E-R-O DOUBLE FEATURE WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER; ART BY KANO; PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET In stores July 16. Collecting the sought-after, sold-out H-E-R-O #1 and 2! Jerry Feldon sees Superman in action and, realizing he can never be like the Man of Steel, falls into a deep depression…until he happens upon the H-E-R-O device, which grants him the powers that separate super-heroes from normal men! Retailers please note: This item is available in limited quantities; orders may be allotted. FC, 48 PG. $4.95 ******************************* HUMAN DEFENSE CORPS #3 WRITTEN BY TY TEMPLETON; ART AND COVER BY CLÉMENT SAUVE JR. AND JUAN VLASCO In stores July 16. The 6-issue miniseries spotlighting the exploits of Earth's human defenders continues! The Corps contends with bloodsucking demons, a raging inferno, and razor-sharp barbed wire…and what happens when they open their eyes is pretty scary, too! Join America's last defense against the forces of the unexplained as they discover "What Dreams May Come!" FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.50 JLA #83 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY CHRISCROSS AND TOM NGUYEN; COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND NGUYEN In stores July 30. President Luthor has Qurac on his hit list, and heaven help any hero who stands in the way! Now Superman finds himself in a living nightmare as his fellow Leaguers fall one by one to Lex's executive order: support the war or be "neutralized!" FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JLA: SCARY MONSTERS #5 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART BY JOSH HOOD AND SEAN PARSONS; COVER BY ARTHUR ADAMS In stores July 23. The Justice League questions Wonder Woman's loyalty as the Amazon's monstrous transformation continues unabated. Faced with the horrifying reality of the demons invading the Carmody house, the JLA's only hope may lie with the unfolding story of Kishana's origin! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 6) $2.50 JSA #50 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY LEONARD KIRK AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; WRAPAROUND COVER BY CARLOS PACHECO AND JESÚS MERIÑO In stores July 9. The giant-sized climactic chapter of "Princes of Darkness!" Mordru and Obsidian continue their reign of darkness over the world, threatening to destroy it. But the JSA has allies that will help turn the tide of this war! The final battle between Sentinel and Obsidian — father and son — concludes. Plus, Power Girl makes a shocking discovery, and a member of the JSA makes the ultimate sacrifice! FC, 56 PG. $3.95 JSA: ALL-STARS #3 WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER, GEOFF JOHNS AND DARWYN COOKE; ART BY BARRY KITSON AND COOKE; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY AND MARK LEWIS In stores July 2. The landmark miniseries continues! In the 16-page lead story, travel to Salem, Massachusetts — home to legends both good and evil, including Hector Hall, this generation's Doctor Fate! The DC Universe's ultimate sorcerer takes center stage as he confronts the one power of Fate he's been trying to ignore. Plus, a back-up tale of the Golden Age Doctor Fate, Kent Nelson, written and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (CATWOMAN: SELINA'S BIG SCORE). FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 8) $2.50 STAR OF THE MONTH JUST IMAGINE STAN LEE WITH KEVIN MAGUIRE CREATING THE FLASH WRITTEN BY STAN LEE AND WITH MICHAEL USLAN; ART BY KEVIN MAGUIRE, KARL STORY, AND SERGIO ARAGONÉS; COVERS BY MAGUIRE AND STORY AND ADAM HUGHES In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE #1, also featuring art by Kevin Maguire. Mary Maxwell thought her father was just a dreary scientist. Little did she know that his research would transform her into a super-fast adventurer and make her the target of a covert group with the ability to travel through time! Plus: a backup story written by Michael Uslan with Lee and art by MAD-man Sergio Aragonés! Prestige Format. (STAR14605D) FC, 48PG $5.95 ******************************* JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #21 WRITTEN BY JOHN OSTRANDER; ART BY MIN S. KU AND ROB LEIGH; COVER BY ERIC WIGHT In stores July 2. An escaped prisoner is being chased by the alien Dominators, and the Justice League is split down the middle whether to provide Sanctuary or give her over to this alien authority...on the other hand, she may have diabolical plans of her own for the League! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 JUSTICE LEAGUE: A NEW BEGINNING TP — NEW PRINTING WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN AND J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART BY KEVIN MAGUIRE, AL GORDON AND TERRY AUSTIN; COVER BY MAGUIRE In stores July 2. A perfect companion piece to July's FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JLA #1! This new printing of the classic trade paperback collects JUSTICE LEAGUE #1-6 and JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #7, featuring the initial adventures of the unlikely super-team made up of Batman, Blue Beetle, Martian Manhunter, Guy Gardner, Black Canary, Mister Miracle, Dr. Fate, Booster Gold, Doctor Light and Shazam! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH KINGDOM COME TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX ROSS ELSEWORLDS. In stores July 16. Timed to coincide with the release of the KINGDOM COME: SUPERMAN, WONDER WOMAN, HAWKMAN and GREEN LANTERN ACTION FIGURES (offered in Previews Volume XIII #1), this best-selling trade paperback reprints the miniseries that introduced a bold new future for the DC Universe. (STAR06816D) SC, 7X10, 232PG, FC $14.95 THE KINGDOM TP WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART BY VARIOUS; COVER BY MIKE ZECK AND JOHN BEATTY ELSEWORLDS. In stores July 16. Timed to coincide with the KINGDOM COME: SUPERMAN, WONDER WOMAN, HAWKMAN and GREEN LANTERN ACTION FIGURES (offered in Previews Volume XIII #1), this handsome collection reprints the miniseries and one-shots that served as a follow-up to KINGDOM COME and introduced the concept of Hypertime to the DC Universe. (STAR15171D) SC, 7X10, 232PG, FC $17.95 ******************************* THE LEGION #22 WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY CHRIS BATISTA AND MARK FARMER; COVER BY TONY HARRIS AND TOM FEISTER In stores July 30. "Dream Crime" Part 4 of 5, featuring the return of a pair of lost Legionnaires! Evil has gained control of the entire United Planets, and Dreamer is down! Who's left to help? Hold on tight for the return of Karate Kid and Ferro! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 LOBO UNBOUND #2 WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN; PAINTED ART AND COVER BY ALEX HORLEY In stores July 2. The miniseries following the exploits of the galaxy's badder-than-ever bastich continues! Lobo finds himself on a planet of ticking time bombs! For these beings, self-explosion isn't just a form of expression — it's a way of life! And things go from bad to worse when a new villain steps in to menace everyone's favorite anti-hero! Featuring all the vulgarity and sheer cheekiness you know and love, plus so much more! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.95 THE NEW T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #2 WRITTEN BY MARC ANDREYKO; ART BY MANUEL GARCIA AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores July 2. A bold new era for the T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents continues! The team comes together as danger looms on the horizon. While the Dynamo and No-Man take center stage in the fight against the Alpha- Human threat, tempers flare as the rest of the Agents get reacquainted! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 OUTSIDERS #2 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART AND COVER BY TOM RANEY AND SCOTT HANNA In stores July 23. Continuing the edgy new series that reinvents the Outsiders for a new generation! The Gorilla Fighters bust up New York as their battle with the Outsiders continues, and the madman behind it all is revealed as he kidnaps President Luthor! Plus, Jade's debut on the team! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 THE POWER COMPANY #18 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND PRENTIS ROLLINS In stores July 9. Final issue bonanza! As the series ends, the heroes of the Power Company are left wondering whether the firm will survive a hostile takeover. Plus, the battle-scarred final fate of the Haunted Tank! FC, 32 PG. $2.75 SWEATSHOP #4 WRITTEN BY PETER BAGGE; ART BY JOHNNY RYAN, STEPHANIE GLADDEN, AND JIM BLANCHARD; COVER BY BAGGE In stores July 30. This isn't your father's "Freddy Ferret!" Mel Bowling's lovable, huggable, furry comic-strip character has been updated for the '80s! Unfortunately, the '80s are long gone. Freddy's now dark, edgy, nasty, grim and gritty! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 TEEN TITANS #1 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY MIKE MCKONE AND MARLO ALQUIZA; COVERS BY MCKONE & ALQUIZA AND MICHAEL TURNER In stores July 16. The debut issue of DC's hottest new super-team, featuring guest appearances by Superman, Batman, The Flash, and Jay Garrick! What do teenage super-heroes do on the weekends? They hang with the Teen Titans! The invitations go out to a handful of reluctant heroes: Superboy, Robin, Impulse and Wonder Girl. Walk into the new Titans Tower with Cyborg and Starfire as they gather together the next generation of Titans in this explosive extra-sized issue at the regular-issue price! For more information, see the feature article. All orders will be filled with covers by Mike McKone and Marlo Alquiza (50%) and Michael Turner (50%). FC, 40 PG. $2.50 ****************************** Don't miss the CLASSIC TEEN TITANS ACTION FIGURE BOX SET, advance-solicited in the February 2003 Previews for August release. ****************************** WONDER WOMAN #194 WRITTEN BY WALTER SIMONSON; ART BY JERRY ORDWAY AND P. CRAIG RUSSELL; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores July 23. "The Game of the Gods" concludes! At the center of the universe, the ancient threat known as the Shattered God stands on the brink of bending all existence to his will. Restored to full power, Diana learns the secret behind her recent transformation, but will it be enough to turn the battle? Or will an unexpected champion be forced to make an incredible sacrifice? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH YOUNG JUSTICE: SINS OF YOUTH TP WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID AND VARIOUS; ART BY TODD NAUCK, LARY STUCKER AND VARIOUS; COVER BY MIKE WIERINGO AND TERRY AUSTIN In stores July 9. Reoffered to coincide with FALLEN ANGEL #1, also written by Peter David. Featuring all 12 parts to this age-switching epic featuring Young Justice, the JLA, the JSA, and more! (STAR11944D) SC, 7X10, 320PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE ELFQUEST: 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WRITTEN BY WENDY AND RICHARD PINI; ART AND COVER BY WENDY PINI In stores July 2. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Elfquest and the beginning of DC's new line of Elfquest publications! This special issue reprints 1978's now-classic Elfquest #1, a story that introduced Cutter and the Wolfriders and launched what has become the most successful fantasy/adventure series the world of comics has ever seen! Plus, a sneak-peek at a future Elfquest project! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 40 PG. $2.95 CARTOON CARTOONS #20 WRITTEN BY MICHAEL KRAIGER, SHOLLY FISCH, JIM ALEXANDER AND JOE EDKIN; ART BY ROBERT POPE, NEAL STERNECKY, ENIS TEMIZEL, SCOTT UNDERWOOD, DAN DAVIS, TIM CHI LY AND ANGUS BUNGAY; COVER BY NEELY In stores July 23. Johnny Bravo puts on a spellbindingly disastrous magic show, and Ed Edd & Eddy build a water slide that turns out to be a real washout! Plus, Cow & Chicken and Courage the Cowardly Dog! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 LOONEY TUNES #104 WRITTEN BY JESSE LEON MCCANN, DAN SLOTT, FRANK STROM AND ROBBIE BUSCH; ART BY DAVID ALVAREZ, NEAL STERNECKY, SCOTT MCRAE, PABLO ZAMBONI, RUBEN TORREIRO, WALTER CARZON AND HORACIO OTTOLINI; COVER BY ALVAREZ & MIKE DECARLO In stores July 2. Foghorn Leghorn rigs a beauty contest, Sylvester and Tweety go on safari, and Daffy Duck hunts the fabled "Treasure of Ali's Mama!" FC, 32 PG. $2.25 THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #40 WRITTEN BY IAN BOOTHBY; ART AND COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores July 16. A hot debate breaks out in Pokey Oaks Kindergarten: How did the Powerpuff Girls come to be? Every kid's got a different story…just wait til you hear 'em! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 SCOOBY-DOO #74 WRITTEN BY JOHN ROZUM; ART BY JOE STATON AND HORACIO OTTOLINI; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores July 9. A salute to classic Scooby-Doo villains, featuring "Who's Who"-style entries on some of the weirdest bad guys ever! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 WILDSTORM 21 DOWN #11 WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESÚS SAÍZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO In stores July 2. "Roadside Attractions," Part 4. By all appearances, the town of Big Tuna, Texas is average…but strange, almost magical things are happening on its lonely backroads. Mickey and Preston have no idea that their time together is running out and death is lurking around every curve! Meanwhile, in a secret underground laboratory, Mickey's daughter Alex stares down The Company Man, a metahuman assassin unleashed to stop her at all costs! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 ARROWSMITH #1 WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY CARLOS PACHECO AND JESUS MERÍNO CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores July 16. A bold new 6-issue miniseries from two of the industry's most acclaimed creators: Kurt Busiek and Carlos Pacheco! It's 1915, and young Fletcher Arrowsmith lives in a troubled times, where magic is every bit as important as arms in the first World War! Arrowsmith longs for adventure in a world in which the highest call to answer is a call to duty, and the loftiest goal is to maintain one's honor! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.95 THE AUTHORITY #3 WRITTEN BY ROBBIE MORRISON; ART BY DWAYNE TURNER AND SAL REGLA; COVER BY TURNER AND REGLA EYE OF THE STORM. In stores July 2. Widescreen action continues! Reality Incorporated's horrifying shock troops have begun their assault on the Carrier! Caught unaware and separated, the Authority fights a desperate battle for survival. But the odds are against them, and the foes they face have a few tricks up their sleeve. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 EXTINCTION EVENT #1 WRITTEN BY ROBERT WEINBERG; ART BY BRETT BOOTH AND SAL REGLA; COVER BY BOOTH In stores July 2. What if humans weren't the first intelligent species on Earth? Since the dawn of time, man has believed himself to be the most advanced species to ever inhabit the planet. We were wrong. When a Texas earthquake unearths evidence of an advanced civilization thousands of years old, a team of specialists is dispatched to investigate. But what they find will turn this mission into an adventure of Jurassic proportions! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5) $2.50 EYE OF THE STORM ANNUAL WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS, MICAH IAN WRIGHT, AND WHILCE PORTACIO; ART BY PORTACIO, TOMM COKER, CARLOS D'ANDA, AND JASON PEARSON; COVER BY PORTACIO EYE OF THE STORM. In stores July 23. An action-packed, double-sized extravaganza featuring the return of Wetworks! A special anthology featuring some of the WildStorm Universe's hottest characters and some of comics' top creators! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $4.95 GEN13 #11 WRITTEN BY CHRIS CLAREMONT; ART AND COVER BY ALÉ GARZA AND SANDRA HOPE In stores July 9. Two Caitlin Fairchilds — both look real, but only one of them is real! The new Gen13 team must choose which one to trust, which one to fight for…and if they choose wrong, more than their own lives will be forfeit! Plus, more on the mysterious Gaby Sabian: Whose side is he really on? More on the malevolent Chrome; who are they, what are they and what's their deadly agenda? And most of all, what the heck does all this have to do with Victory Comics and its publisher, Meghan Ford? FC, 32 PG. $2.95 GLOBAL FREQUENCY #10 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART BY TOMM COKER; COVER BY BRIAN WOOD In stores July 30. "Superviolence." It's a title that says it all, and then some! In a secret BIOWAR facility somewhere in Texas, a security breach has occurred. Under cover of night, a single agent has been sent to kill all personnel and release floating terror into the skies. In response, Miranda Zero sends in her own lone agent. Now two men are locked in deady hand-to-hand battle, enduring unimaginable pain! FC, 32 PG. (10 OF 12) $2.95 ROBOTECH: LOVE AND WAR #2 WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER AND KEN SIU-CHONG WITH TOMMY YUNE; ART BY LONG VO AND JO CHEN; COVERS BY LONG VO AND ADAM WARREN In stores July 2. The miniseries featuring two stories in each issue continues! After the climatic events surrounding the Zentraedi assault on Earth, Max's life on the SDF-1 returns to a certain degree of normalcy. Drafted into flight school, he becomes fast friends with Ben Dixon. But the Zentraedi have plans for the rogue battleship, and the beautiful Miriya has a hand to play in it! In the backup, the filming of Little White Dragon continues! Lynn Kyle revels in his role as Kai-Fun, and Minmay is enjoying the production and attention, too. But she misses Rick, and decides to surprise him with a picnic lunch! All orders will be filled with covers by Long Vo (50%) and Adam Warren (50%). FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.95 ROBOTECH: THE MACROSS SAGA VOL. 3 TP WRITTEN BY JACK HERMAN, MARKALAN JOPLIN; ART BY MIKE LEEKE, MIKE CHEN AND HARRISON FONG; PRODUCTION ART COVER In stores July 9. The digest-size reprinting of Comico's classic "Robotech: The Macross Saga" continues! Reprinting issues #13-18, we follow the lives of the crew of the SDF-1 through their amazing trials and tribulations! The battle for possession of the massive ship heats up as the Zentraedi desperately fight for supremacy. Meanwhile, the distance between Rick and Minmay grows with the arrival of her anti-war cousin, Lynn Kyle! Plus…the death of a legend! SC, 6X8, 176PG, FC $14.95 SLEEPER #7 WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY SEAN PHILLIPS EYE OF THE STORM. In stores July 16. Just when Holden Carver thought his life was complicated enough, things get worse! Someone on the right side of the law is trying to contact him, and they're using Lynch's old codes. Is it a trick, or has Lynch emerged from his coma? The only way to find out may be to risk everything! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES #13 WRITTEN BY MICAH IAN WRIGHT; ART BY C.P. SMITH AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ; COVER BY WHILCE PORTACIO EYE OF THE STORM. In stores July 9. The story of Project Entry continues in this action-packed issue featuring guest art by C.P. Smith and Bill Sienkiewicz! Through the horrors of Project Entry, we learn what put Ben Santini on his path to forming Team Achilles. Secrets revealed! A comrade laid to rest! A new threat introduced! And enter…The Suiciders! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 THUNDERCATS: DOGS OF WAR #2 WRITTEN BY JOHN LAYMAN; ART BY BRETT BOOTH; COVERS BY BOOTH AND BEN OLIVER In stores July 30. The exciting new Thundercats miniseries continues with New Thundera in jeopardy! The Thundercats are at war with alien invaders! Thundera is in ruins after the initial War Dog assault, and an ultimatum has been delivered to Lion-O: surrender or face extermination! In order to survive, the 'Cats must turn to the one helping hand no one expects — Mumm-Ra! All orders will be filled with covers by Brett Booth (50%) and Ben Oliver (50%). FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 5) $2.95 TOKYO STORM WARNING #2 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY JAMES RAIZ AND ANDREW CURRIE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores July 9. The miniseries pitting giant robots against nuclear monsters continues! What would really happen if a giant robot was thrown into a building? Zoe Flynn, a U.S. pilot on a military exchange program, may just find out, as she's thrust into a war between machines and monsters! Training on simulators didn't prepare Zoe for the awesome challenge of piloting an ARCangel, and now she'll need every weapon at her disposal to save Tokyo — and herself — from the immense creatures that seem to randomly appear, mysteriously drawn to the center of the city! FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 3) $2.95 WILDCATS VERSION 3.0 #12 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND; COVER BY NGUYEN AND RIAN HUGHES. EYE OF THE STORM. In stores July 23. Jack Marlowe may be advancing his plans to make HALO a global brand name, but humanity isn't necessarily happy about it! A number of cast members return to the fold as Version 3.0 closes out its first year in style…but the best is yet to come! Don't miss the comic Comics International calls "insightful, intelligent and action-packed!" MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 AMERICA'S BEST COMICS PROMETHEA #27 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III & MICK GRAY; COVER BY WILLIAMS III In stores July 23. An ABC crossover, as Tom Strong makes a guest appearance! Sophie Bangs, still in Millennium City, lives a quiet but happy life. She's left the guise of science-heroine behind and now revels in routine daily pleasures. But all things must pass, and that time has come for Sophie! The subject of an intensive manhunt for the last three years, she's been traced to Millennium — where a confrontation with Tom Strong forces her to once again take on the form of Promethea…no matter what the cost! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 PROMETHEA BOOK 4 HC WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III & MICK GRAY; COVER BY WILLIAMS III & JOSE VILLARRUBIA In stores July 2. The conclusion of Promethea's sprawling tour of the higher realms of the spirit is collected in this hardcover reprinting PROMETHEA #19-25! Alan Moore's and J.H. Williams III's highly acclaimed, Eisner-winning saga has been lauded by the mainstream press in such publications as Entertainment Weekly and on Time.com. For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $24.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PROMETHEA BOOK 3 SC WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY; COVER BY WILLIAMS III AND JOSE VILLARRUBIA In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with PROMETHEA BOOK 4 HC, this volume features the first half of a cosmic road trip from issues #13-18. Promethea and Barbara travel an unlikely, but not necessarily inimagined path, as their wanderings take them through the many realms of Heaven and Hell. (STAR SC, 7X10, 160PG, FC $14.95 ******************************* TERRA OBSCURA #2 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE AND PETER HOGAN; ART AND COVER BY YANICK PAQUETTE AND KARL STORY In stores July 23. The adventurous ABC miniseries continues, torn from the pages of TOM STRONG! Enter private detective Grant Halford, a.k.a. former science hero The Magnet. His friend and former partner, Lance Lewis, has been murdered in Las Vegas, and the magnetically charged gumshoe intends to find the culprit responsible! But his investigation takes an unexpected turn and he crosses paths with old friends! Meanwhile, the mysterious blackout plague is spreading, causing more death and destruction…where are S.M.A.S.H. when their world needs them? FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.95 TOM STRONG'S TERRIFIC TALES #8 WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE AND STEVE MOORE; ART BY JASON PEARSON, ARTHUR ADAMS, ALAN WEISS, AND KEVIN NOWLAN; COVER BY ADAMS In stores July 30. Jason Pearson returns to the pages of TOM STRONG'S TERRIFIC TALES! Remember the Tom Strong Adventure Hour cartoon? The good one, from the 1960s? This issue takes readers behind the scenes for a look back at that show to reminisce and find out what it was really like! Plus, brand new adventures of Jonni Future and Young Tom Strong! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 TOMORROW STORIES BOOK 1 TP WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY JIM BAIKIE, HILARY BARTA, MELINDA GEBBIE, KEVIN NOWLAN, AND RICK VEITCH; COVER BY NOWLAN In stores July 30. Alan Moore's multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning anthology is collected here in all its glory! Read about the secret goings-on at the sleepy Kansas hamlet, Queerwater, as boy genius Jack B. Quick wreaks havoc while studying for his arithmetic exam! Thrill to the daring escapades of Indigo City's most mysterious science-hero citizen, the man called Greyshirt! Plus, gasp at the sheer naughtiness of the radiant Cobweb, shake your head in utter disbelief at the First American and USAngel, and don't ask us how Splash Brannigan got in here! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $17.95 HOMAGE COMICS STAR OF THE MONTH KURT BUSIEK'S ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY TP WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON AND WILL BLYBERG; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores July 16. Reoffered to coincide with ARROWSMITH #1, also written by Kurt Busiek, this handsome trade paperback collects the original award-winning 6-issue ASTRO CITY miniseries that introduced Samaritan, the Honor Guard and more. (STAR08671D) SC, 7X10, 192PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* THE POSSESSED #1 WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS AND KRIS GRIMMINGER; ART AND COVER BY LIAM SHARP In stores July 23. A shocking new series from red-hot writers Geoff Johns (JSA, HAWKMAN) and Kris Grimminger (Witchblade) featuring the incredible art of Liam Sharp (The Incredible Hulk)! Since the dawn of mankind, demons have sought to infest the Earth using humans as host bodies. Now the demons are upping the ante, and only a group of people once possessed as children can stand against them! They are…THE POSSESSED! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) $2.95 RED #1 WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY CULLY HAMNER In stores July 30. From fan-favorite scribe Warren Ellis and artist Cully Hamner comes a story of survival and revenge! Everyone's got a talent, but Paul Moses has a talent for murder… and the CIA has taken full advantage of that talent for much of his life. Now that he's in retirement, though, they want him dead, and it sends him on a furious path for revenge… and survival! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 3) $2.95 VERTIGO 100 BULLETS #46 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores July 2. "Chill in the Oven," Part 4. Hell breaks loose, as Loop finds himself caught between a rock, a hard place, a psychotic animal, and a sadistic guard. His only chance of survival is to throw in with one of them for the throwdown, but which one? Three will kill him; one will help him live. It's a wild stab in the dark that lies at the heart of Graves' plan. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 AMERICAN CENTURY #26 WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN; ART BY LAN MEDINA AND JOHN STOKES; PAINTED COVER BY GLEN ORBIK In stores July 23. In "Smackdown," Harry creates Starburst Comics' newest costumed hero, and Tiny Tim wrestles with his conscience…for the championship belt. Plus, the return of an old flame as a familiar Hollywood starlet takes on Broadway. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR SC WRITTEN BY JILL THOMPSON; ART AND COVER BY THOMPSON In stores July 16. A manga digest, printed in black, white, and gray tones, featuring appearances by Sandman and all his siblings. In an original story that parallels the events of SANDMAN: SEASON OF MIST, the minions of Hell end up in Death's apartment. Sisters Delirium and Despair decide to throw a party for the dead — which quickly gets out of control. It's up to Dream's older sister, Death, to figure out how to save the day and the afterlife… not to mention the carpet. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 5X7, 192PG, B&W $12.95 ******************************* STAR OF THE MONTH THE SANDMAN: BRIEF LIVES SC WRITTEN BY NEIL GAIMAN; ART BY JILL THOMPSON AND VINCE LOCKE; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores July 16. Reoffered to coincide with DEATH: AT DEATH'S DOOR, also featuring art by Jill Thompson, this haunting volume collects THE SANDMAN #41-49, issues containing Morpheus' and Delirium's search for their missing brother. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 256PG, FC $19.95 ******************************* ******************************* Look for the MORPHEUS MINI-BUST, offered elsewhere in the DC section of Previews. And be on the lookout for the DC Direct DEATH MANGA STATUE, solicited in next month's Previews. ******************************* BEWARE THE CREEPER #4 WRITTEN BY JASON HALL; ART AND COVER BY CLIFF CHIANG In stores July 16. Pursued through the lively Parisian nightlife above and the murky sewers below, The Creeper continues to stay one step ahead of the police as secrets are discovered and lives are lost. But has The Creeper taken her "art crimes" too far? And when innocents start dying, can a drop in her popularity be far behind? These shocking answers and much more, all in the penultimate chapter of this scandalous tale. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 5) $2.95 BLOOD AND WATER #5 WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY TOMM COKER; COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND In stores July 9. The pulse-pounding conclusion to the 5-part miniseries. Adam and Nikki will stand and fight, but are they ready to face the most ancient and terrifying form of their Vampire heritage? Adam may be ready to defend his eternal life, but the real reasons these monsters have come looking for him may be the most horrifying realization of all. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 FABLES #15 WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores July 9. "Storybook Romance," Part 2 of 4. Romance is in the air… well, sort of. When Bigby and Snow White wake up in the middle of the woods, they don't know where they are, how they got there, or why the hell they went camping with only one sleeping bag. But they've got bigger problems, as a sniper's bullet sends their car over a cliff. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 FABLES: ANIMAL FARM TP WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores July 23. Collecting FABLES #6-10, the second story arc of the fan-favorite, critically acclaimed VERTIGO series. Travel to upstate New York, where the non-human Fable characters have found refuge on a farm, miles from mankind. But all is not well on the farm — and a conspiracy to free them from the shackles of their perceived imprisonment may lead to a war that could wrest control of the Fables community away from Snow White. Starring Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Plus, a sketchbook section featuring art by Willingham, Buckingham and Jean. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH FABLES: LEGENDS IN EXILE TP WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY LAN MEDINA, STEVE LEIALOHA AND CRAIG HAMILTON; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores July 23. Reoffered to coincide with FABLES: ANIMAL FARM TP. When a group of fairytale characters are exiled from their respective homelands, they're forced to take up secret residence in modern day New York City. But life in the "real" world among the "mundanes" isn't easy for these displaced refugees — especially after their community is rocked by the apparent murder of Rose Red. It's up to Deputy Mayor Snow White and a reformed Bigby Wolf, Fabletown's one-man police force, to sniff out whodunnit to Snow's estranged party-girl sister. (STAR17300D) MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 128PG, FC $9.95 THE FILTH #12 WRITTEN BY GRANT MORRISON; ART BY CHRIS WESTON AND GARY ERSKINE; COVER BY CARLOS SEGURA In stores July 23. The penultimate issue of the 13-issue miniseries! 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? Why did it have to be his 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 #12 - "Schizotype." Note: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders have been cancelled. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (12 OF 13) $2.95 HELLBLAZER #186 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores July 30. "The Third Worlds" trilogy reaches its climax in "The Pit," with John and Angie traveling to Tasmania to nail down the details of the shadow dog's last appearance on Earth. But when John becomes trapped in the nightmares of the dead, an ancient warrior queen rises with a deadly agenda of her own…and Angie is left alone to pick up the pieces. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.75 HUNTER: THE AGE OF MAGIC #25 WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; PAINTED COVER BY CHRIS BACHALO In stores July 9. Final issue. As the series draws to a close, a new Age of Magic has dawned, and at its heart stands a young man named Tim Hunter. After years of struggling to make sense of the world and his place in it, Tim has finally embraced his destiny as the voice of magic. As Tim as explores the landscapes of his world — a world where ancient spirits walk the streets of London, faerie ride on the Underground and paintings come to life — he learns that the greatest magic of all is the magic of everyday life. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG $2.75 IN THE SHADOW OF EDGAR ALLAN POE SC WRITTEN BY JONATHAN SCOTT FUQUA; ART AND COVER BY STEPHEN JOHN PHILLIPS AND STEVEN PARKE In stores July 9. When a journal purported to be written by Edgar Allan Poe falls into the hands of Poe scholar Sterling Tuttle, the voice of the long-dead author reaches out from beyond the grave to give a chilling account of his tortured life. Haunted by the ghosts of his tragic past and the burden of relentless alcoholism, Poe soon finds that his creativity may depend on actual demons who have an unsavory agenda of their own… For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 96PG, FC $17.95 THE LOSERS #2 WRITTEN BY ANDY DIGGLE; ART AND COVER BY JOCK In stores July 30. The edgy new series kicks off its first extended story arc with "Goliath" part 1 of 5. Shoot to kill. Play to win. Nothing to lose. It's time to up the ante as the outlaw Special Forces unit known as The Losers turns its attention to the global oil conglomerate Goliath. What is the company's sinister secret, and how is it connected with the conspiracy at the heart of the C.I.A.? The Losers plan to find out, and use the information to buy back their lives. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 LUCIFER #40 WRITTEN BY MIKE CAREY; ART BY PETER GROSS AND RYAN KELLY; PAINTED COVER BY CHRISTOPHER MOELLER In stores July 23. The thrilling conclusion to the 5-part "Naglfar." It's Armageddon from all angles as Lucifer and Michael confront their father. And ably abetted by what remains of her crew, Mazikeen brings the airship home, only to face some nasty surprises. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 SWAMP THING: REUNION TP WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE, STEVE BISSETTE, AND RICK VEITCH; ART BY RICK VEITCH, ALFREDO ALCALA, JOHN TOTLEBEN, STEVE BISSETTE, TOM YEATES; COVER BY JOHN TOTLEBEN In stores July 30. The concluding trade paperback collecting Alan Moore's groundbreaking run on SWAMP THING, REUNION reprints issues #57-64 of this legendary VERTIGO foundation title. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 200PG, FC $19.95 STAR OF THE MONTH SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING TP WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY STEVEN BISSETTE AND JOHN TOTLEBEN In stores July 30. Reoffered to coincide with SWAMP THING: REUNION TP, this volume contains issues #21-27 of Alan Moore's acclaimed run on SAGA OF THE SWAMP THING. Included among these stories is "The Anatomy Lesson," the story that forever redefined the long-established character. MATURE READERS SC, 7X10, 176PG, FC $12.95 ******************************* VERTIGO POP!: BANGKOK #3 WRITTEN BY JONATHAN VANKIN; ART AND COVER BY GIUSEPPE CAMUNCOLI AND SHAWN MARTINBROUGH In stores July 2. After they snatch Taeng from the possessive clutches of American sex-tourist Benny, Marz and Tuze go on the lam from corrupt policemen who demand the young prostitute's return. Meanwhile, Tuze sets her own dangerous plan in motion, while Marz and Julien embark on an all-night journey to find the white elephant. Retrieving the sacred animal is the only way to keep Benny out of Bangkok prison, but the lovesick Benny may have already slipped beyond the point of salvation. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 4) $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WAR STORY: JOHANN'S TIGER WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY CHRIS WESTON AND GARY ERSKINE; PHOTO COVER In stores July 2. Reoffered to coincide with ENEMY ACE, WAR IN HEAVEN TP, also written by Garth Ennis, is the first of Ennis' WWII stories that tell it like it really was. JOHANN'S TIGER is the tale of a German Tiger tank commander and his crew. (STAR14140D) MATURE READERS FC, 64 PG. $4.95 ******************************* Y: THE LAST MAN #13 WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY PIA GUERRA AND JOSÉ MARZAN, JR.; PAINTED COVER BY J.G. JONES In stores July 16. "One Small Step," Part 3 of 5. As a Soyuz escape vehicle leaves the International Space Station, chaos erupts below. Five women risk their lives to make sure that Yorick Brown, the only man on Earth, is not the last. And the terrifying, true motivation of Yorick's foreign pursuers is finally revealed. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 MAD MAD MAGAZINE #432 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores July 2. In honor of Independence Day, we humbly suggest that you show your independence by using your hard-earned cash to liberate as many copies of this issue of MAD from newsstands and book stores as possible! MAGAZINE, 48PG, PC $3.50 MAD XL #23 WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY THE USUAL GANG OF IDIOTS In stores July 9. More Best of the Web, MAD Marginals XL, a Readers' Choice poll winner, a MAD Moldy Oldie, and a special creator of the month highlight this summer fun issue! MAGAZINE, 96PG, B&W $4.99 DC DIRECT Retailers, please note: Unless otherwise specified, the following items are manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final products may differ from images shown. These items are advance- solicited. Orders must be placed with those for July-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. GREEN LANTERN: HAL JORDAN STATUE SCULPTED BY WILLIAM PAQUET Advance-solicited; in stores November 5. Summoned to a crashed spaceship by the dying alien Abin Sur, Hal Jordan was presented with the ring of power and became Green Lantern, one of a band of intergalactic peacekeepers. The GREEN LANTERN STATUE is a limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measuring approximately 12" tall x 4 ½" wide x 7 ½" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box. STATUE $195.00 JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: MARTIAN MANHUNTER MINI-MAQUETTE SCULPTED BY JOHN G. MATHEWS Advance-solicited; in stores November 12. Third in the series of mini-maquettes that includes Wonder Woman, Superman, Green Lantern, Hawkgirl, The Flash, Batman and Aquaman, based on the highly collectible, sold-out 2002 maquette line! J'onn J'onzz is the sole survivor of an ancient Martian race who came to Earth to warn of an impending invasion and helped to form the Justice League! Martian Manhunter is a hand- painted, cold-cast porcelain mini-maquette measuring approximately: 6" tall x 2 ½" wide x 1 ¾" that features a newly designed, sculpted base and is packaged in a 4-color window box. Collect all eight! MINI-MAQUETTE $29.95 JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: SUPERMAN WALL PLAQUE SCULPTED BY JOHN G. MATHEWS Advance-solicited; in stores November 19. DC Direct's exciting line of sculpted wall plaques based on the super- heroic stars of the hit Justice League Animated series on Cartoon Network continues! Bursting free of the strongest chains forged by man, the Justice League Animated: Superman Wall Plaque proves that nothing on Earth can hold back the MAN OF STEEL! Other heroes featured in this series include Batman, Green Lantern, Superman, The Flash, Hawkgirl and Martian Manhunter. The JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED SUPERMAN WALL PLAQUE is a fully sculpted, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain wall relief, measuring approximately 5" tall x 7 ½" wide x 2" deep. Packaged in a 4-color box. Liven up your walls! Collect all seven! WALL PLAQUE $39.95 SUPER FRIENDS!: BATMAN & SCARECROW DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores November 19. Continuing the line of Super Friends! Deluxe Action Figure Sets! Gotham City's Caped Crusader may not know the meaning of fear…but is even Batman immune to the Scarecrow's fear-inducing toxin? Batman and Scarecrow both measure approximately 6 3/4" tall, feature multiple points of articulation, and include a Super Friends logo base. Scarecrow features a Belt Magnet Ray, and the set also includes a miniature Batplane measuring approximately 3 ½" long. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Collect all six Super Friends! Deluxe Action Figure Sets! ACTION FIGURE SET PI SUPER FRIENDS!: ROBIN & THE RIDDLER DELUXE ACTION FIGURE SET Advance-solicited; in stores November 19. Next in the line of Super Friends! Deluxe Action Figure Sets! He's the junior half of the Dynamic Duo, the boy wonder known as Robin! But the last laugh is on the Riddler if he thinks that just because he's still a kid, Robin isn't a force to be reckoned with! Robin and the Riddler both measure approximately 6 ¼" tall, feature multiple points of articulation, and include a Super Friends logo base. The Riddler comes with a remote control "mind device" measuring approximately 1" from side to side, and this set also includes a miniature Batmobile measuring approximately 3 ½" from front to back. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Collect all six Super Friends! Deluxe Action Figure Sets! ACTION FIGURE SET PI VERTIGO: SANDMAN MORPHEUS MINI-BUST DESIGNED BY KEVIN NOWLAN, SCULPTED BY BARSOM Advance-solicited; in stores November 26. Continuing the new line of Vertigo Mini-Busts! He is known by many names: Sandman, Dream, Lord Shaper…Morpheus, the melancholy ruler of the Dreaming, where dreams can reward…or punish. Asleep or awake, there isn't a being alive whose fate Morpheus has not touched! The VERTIGO: SANDMAN MORPHEUS MINI-BUST is a limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measuring approximately 6" tall packaged in a 4-color window box. The VERTIGO: MORPHEUS MINI-BUST also features a ruby clasp on Morpheus's cloak made of red translucent resin. MINI-BUST $45.00 IMAGE COMICS THE AGENTS #4 (OF 6) (W) Kevin Gunstone (A) Ben Dunn (Cover) Ben Dunn BW 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly finite series In stores the week of July 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. The Agency enforce their own brand of defensive guardianship through espionage and counteraction, but 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: As Lady Pippa and Douglas Chance arrive in New York to assist Haiku, things take a strange turn as the mystery killings continue. Meanwhile, having escaped Professor Daedalus clutches in South America, Nigel Cord is delivered to Commander Grol and the mysterious ringleaders of The C.A.B.A.L. at a secret underwater base. The C.A.B.A.L.'s aim is a simple one - to recruit Cord himself to lead the fight against the British imperialism of The Agency! ARIA: THE USES OF ENCHANTMENT #4 (OF 4) (W) Brian Holguin (A) Lan Medina (Cover) Jay Anacleto FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly finite series In stores the week of July 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: Kildare's visit to a mysterious magical kingdom hidden away in the Catskill Mountains of New York comes to a cataclysmic end. Queen Joyous unleashes her revenge and the beast beneath the castle is set free. As the House of Entyre comes crashing down, Kildare finally learns the identity of the enigmatic Oberon and discovers the stunning lie at the heart of this strange little wonderland he has created. Don't miss the conclusion to this unforgettable series. BRIT #1 (W) Robert Kirkman (A) Tony Moore (Cover) Tony Moore & Ron Riley BW 48pp $4.95 One-Shot In stores the week of July 2nd THE CONCEPT: Sex and Violence have never looked so... OLD. Meet the government's last line of defense when it comes to the really messy parts of keeping the world safe, BRIT. He spends his time passing down the wisdom of the ages and giving beatings from the day. When super-powered menaces threaten our home soil, send in Brit. When mad dictators take over neighboring countries in order to control their resources, send in Brit. When aliens take over the moon, planning to use it as a staging ground for an all out invasion... bomb it to hell with nuclear missiles... then send in Brit to clean up the leftovers. Brit is a one man killing machine, indestructible, unstoppable... and eligible for a senior citizens discount. THIS ISSUE: "Send in Brit." It's an order that has echoed the halls in the most secret areas of the Pentagon many times over in the last 40 years, but as they say... all good things come to an end. When the government feels that their most useful asset has come to the end of his usefulness, will it turn their most powerful weapon against them? He's fought armies, monsters, aliens, and super-villains but when the people that have been giving Brit his orders suddenly become his enemies... his entire world is turned upside down and the only solution he can think of for all his problems is killing a lot of people. Brought to you by the team behind hit Indy sensation Battle Pope. Brit promises violence like you've never seen in the pages of a comic before! Needless to say, Mature readers only. CASEFILES: SAM AND TWITCH #3 Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Marc Andreyko (A) Scott Morse (Cover) Scott Morse FC 32pp $2.50 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 9th THE CONCEPT: This is the second spinoff book featuring New York City police detectives Sam Burke and Twitch Williams, popular characters originally introduced in the core Spawn title. Casefiles: Sam and Twitch takes the crime noir world of Sam and Twitch to a darker level, feature unique artwork and storytelling from Marc Andreyko and Scott Morse. Intended for mature audiences only. Art shown is the cover THIS ISSUE: "Have You Seen Me, Part 3?" Part 3 of 6-part story arc—As Twitch reels from the reappearance of someone long thought dead, another body blow strikes -- an event so tragic and life-changing that it will change the lives of Sam and Twitch forever. Det. Twitch Williams on trial for first-degree murder? And the star witness? Sam! CLOCKMAKER #6 (OF 12) (W) Jim Krueger (A) Matt Smith and Zach Howard (Cover) Matt Smith FC 16pp (Folds out from standard comic size to glossy high-quality CSN/Marvel Treasury Edition size) $2.50 12 issue monthly epic In stores the week of July 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. THIS ISSUE: The discovery of all the dead Clock Keepers leads Hans to comb the lava pits below the clockworks for answers. There he finds himself facing a devil he did not know existed, a creature that threatens the very structure and purpose of the clockworks that turns the world. A DISTANT SOIL #36 by Colleen Doran BW 48pp $3.95 Ongoing quarterly series In stores the week of July 16th THE CONCEPT: A young girl is born the heir to an alien religious dynasty, an Avatar, pawn to warring factions of a world of powerful and decadent psionics. With the ability to draw on the life force of all of the beings on her planet, she is both a weapon and a child who must survive the covert war that is coming. A small group of rebels, some human, others culled from far off worlds, attempt to free her from the dominion of an ageless race that has cruelly ruled their corner of the galaxy for eons, and now has an eye on assimilating Earth as well. By the artist of Vertigo's hit graphic novel Orbiter and the new DC Comics fantasy series Reign of the Zodiac! THIS ISSUE: If you've never read A Distant Soil before, this is an excellent place to start! The opening pages of this issue give new readers an excellent overview of the series thus far as the young Avatar Liana and her now deposed predecessor find themselves prisoners of the evil Hierarchy who intend to groom her into becoming the ultimate weapon. But though she is no more than fifteen, Liana has spent enough time around the scheming and sinister aliens of her home world and she has plans of her own for how to deal with them. Meanwhile, far beneath the glittering spires of the floating alien world, the rebels gather to stage their final assault on their Hierarchy masters. G.I. JOE #20 (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Brandon Badeaux (I) John Larter (Cover) Mike Zeck and HI-FI FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 9th 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: What would happen if Storm Shadow finally broke free of Cobra Commander's mind control? Find out in this issue! When a weakened, but fully coherent Storm Shadow flees the forces of Cobra, old friends come to help him. This story teams up Snake-Eyes, William and Kamakura on an unauthorized mission to save their peer from the clutches of evil, and free him from his mental prison. It's an action packed thrill ride that takes us from Snake-Eyes' cabin in the High Sierras to the mean streets of Los Angeles, leading up to the all new SILENT ISSUE one month later. This is definitely going to go down as one of the most important G.I. Joe stories of all time. G.I. JOE FRONTLINE #10 (W) Sean McKeever (P) Francis Portela (I) Pierre-Andre Dery (Cover)Francis Manipul FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 16th 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, it's full of action, action, action! THIS ISSUE: Despite her tough heart and quick fists, Zanya can't seem to help but bend to the will of her man, Kevin. Will she become a weak and damaged monster like her mother, or can Zanya break the cycle? And can she prove to Zartan that she's really his daughter? Join writer Sean McKeever (Sentinel, Inhumans) and artist Francis Portela (Star Wars Tales) for the finale to this two-part tale chronicling the early years of Zartan's daughter. G.I. JOE VS. TRANSFORMERS #2 (OF 6) (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Mike Miller (I) Armando Durruthy (Cover) Mike Miller and Hi-Fi FC 32pp $2.95 Six-issue finite monthly series In stores the week of 23rd THE CONCEPT: The crossover of the decade is here! Featuring the two big players of the 80's, this story chronicles what happens when an infant COBRA organization stumbles upon an alien spacecraft full of damaged robots - the TRANSFORMERS. With these new weapons under their control, they will conquer the entire planet, unless a newly formed Special Forces unit called G.I. JOE can stop them. THIS ISSUE: Now that COBRA has made itself known to the world, things heat up in this alternate reality crossover. In an effort to stop this new threat and their army of transforming robots, the United States Government forms G.I. JOE - a task force of the world's most elite soldiers. Will members Hawk, Snake-Eyes, Flint and crew be pummeled by Cobra's Transformer army, or will two Autobots offer a welcome hand? Maybe a little bit of both. Meanwhile, the hateful relationship between Cobra Commander and a small talking gun named Megatron is explored, and a mysterious chrome-headed arms dealer causes trouble for the team with Cobra's newest menace, SOUNDWAVE. HEIRS OF ETERNITY #4 (OF 5) (W) Jose L. Torres (P) Jae Tsai (I) Jae Tsai (Cover) Jae Tsai FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly five issue finite series In stores the week of July 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: The series races toward its climax at breakneck speeds as mysteries unravel and hunters find their prey. Hell overtakes the Earth and the safety of all humanity is placed in the hands of a few unlikely heroes. Can they find what little strength they have left, put aside their differences and face their destinies? INVINCIBLE #6 (W) Robert Kirkman (A) Cory Walker (Cover) Cory Walker & Bill Crabtree. FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 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: Mark and his good buddy, William go on a trip to Upstate University to see if they want to attend college there next year. All seems to be going well, they spend the day touring dorms, meeting faculty and checking out all the hot college chicks. The only problem is something has gone wrong at Upstate... something terribly wrong. Luckily for them the world's coolest new superhero, Invincible, is on hand to save their bacon. This stand-alone story is a perfect jumping on point for new readers, a great opportunity to find out what all the buzz is about! KORE #3 (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Tim Seeley (I) Cory Hamscher (Cover) Tim Seeley and Cory Hamscher FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of 2nd 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: Alexander Crane is still reeling from his journey to the strange world of Abaddon, but the locals don't seem to be too sympathetic. Before long, he finds himself caught between a gang of vampire bikers, a small blue fairy with a real attitude problem, and a group of soldiers just like the ones who tracked him down on Earth. It doesn't take long for the local Dwarven Police Department to arrive to break up the squabble. Meanwhile, on Earth, we learn more about the bizarre team of rag tag magicians trying to stop the ARCHEAN from capturing Alex. If they're going to do so, one of their most powerful allies will have to go to Abaddon to stop him! LEGACY #2 (W) Carmen Treffiletti (A) Edu Francisco and Lynx Studio (I) Lithium Pro (Cover) Pat Lee FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing bi-monthly series In stores the week of July 2nd THE CONCEPT: Zelandria is a patchwork world of magical lands and technologically laden cities, where age-old myths collide with futuristic wonders, and mystical creatures dwell among ordinary men. A place where power is contingent on nobility and feudalistic hierarchies govern widespread provinces. It is here where the seeds of legend are sown and the paths of heroes are paved. It is here where a Legacy will be born. THIS ISSUE: War hangs thickly in the air as Lucian and his new ally, Duncan, begin their lengthy journey towards the Shore Mountains and enlist the services of a gambler named Junzo. Meanwhile, across the Great Continent, one of Zelandria's most honored leaders is developing a plan that will unwittingly aid Eridan's evil agenda. And, as Eridan's agents discover the location of the final shard, the hope for Zelandria wanes with every passing moment. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE VOL II #5 (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (Cover) Emiliano Santalucia FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stotes the week of July 30th THE CONCEPT: In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the evil onslaught of Skeketor and his evil forces. It's an epic tale of good versus evil, where there is new danger and suspense at every turn. The story we all loved from the 80's is reborn and relaunched for a new era. THIS ISSUE: A friend falls into danger, and the Masters rush to their aid. But what do the forces of Evil have in store for this fallen hero? And is the rescue mission by the Masters a means to aid their fellow warrior, or something far more complex than they originally anticipated? Join the most powerful warriors in the universe as we take one more step closer to the conclusion of the newest exciting story arch of the Masters of the Universe! MICRONAUTS #9 (W) Dan Jolley (P) Steve Kurth (I) Barb Schulz (Cover) Steve Kurth FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 9th THE CONCEPT: Ryan Archer returns to Earth with his Micronauts companions to find his world locked in a massive war with the forces of Baron Karza. THIS ISSUE: With Karza's Earth invasion well under way and the team splintered and lost, it's up to Ryan Archer to re-unite them. And all he'll have to do to accomplish that is deal with Karza's genocide machines, the fearsome winged warrior called Red Falcon, his own body's mysterious molecular flux, and... his ex-girlfriend. It's wall-to-wall action and intrigue as "Invasion" continues. MISPLACED #2 (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Josh Blaylock w/ Clint Hilinski (I) Clayton Brown (Cover) Josh Blaylock FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing bi-monthly series In stores the week of July 9th THE CONCEPT: A fugitive from a dimension called the Realm, Alyssa appears to be a normal, cute girl with a thing for spiked bracelets and combat boots. But as her robotic dog, Tink, reveals she's much more. Alyssa just wants to blend into a small college town in the Midwest, but certain powers of the Realm want her back. Fortunately, this so- called normal girl will find she has the ability to not only save herself, but stop the Realm entirely, and finally get back to a life of rock shows, parties and her comic shop job. THIS ISSUE: It appears that people Alyssa thought were friends were nothing more than assigned guardians. Or at least that's the hint she gets when three of them try to KILL her. A high paced chase away from the bloodthirsty servants of the Elders leaves Alyssa no options but to take a head first dive into the mouth of a portal whale - a risky move that lands her straight in the middle of the Midwestern United States. She's taken in by the rockabilly greaser who owns the comic shop she wakes up in front of, but his intentions are questionable. Meanwhile, the whereabouts of Alyssa's Robo-dog, Tink, and the guardian who follows her through the portal, are still unknown. THE MOTH (W) Gary Martin (P) Steve Rude (I) Gary Martin (C) Steve Rude FC 48pp Price $5.95 One-Shot In the week of July 16th Incentive: The top 20 retailers with the most orders will receive a free original drawing by Steve Rude of the Moth. THE CONCEPT: 10 time comic industry award winner Steve Rude (Nexus, Thor, Captain America), along with writer/inker Gary Martin (The Art Of Comic Book Inking), have delivered an action packed adventure that reminds us of what comics are all about. With this project, Image has allowed Steve unrestricted creative freedom. And he responds with some of the best work of his career! The Moth is a complicated character, who posses extraordinary strength and agility. But because of his troubled past, using these powers responsibly is a constant struggle. The temptation for personal gain sometimes triumphs over civic duty. THIS ISSUE: The Moth, who is living with a touring circus troop, finds himself in a battle for his very life, against a savage creature known as the Lionman of Botswana. If you're looking for Outlaw Bikers, Circus Clowns, African Witch Doctors, Blood Thirsty Monsters, and Bearded Ladies, then this story is for you! NOBLE CAUSES: DISTANT RELATIVES #1 (OF 4) (W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Andie Tong (I) Ian Richardson & Le Beau Underwood (Cover) Ian Richardson & Ken Wolak FC 32pp $2.95 Four-issue monthly finite series In stores the week of July 30th THE CONCEPT: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land -- an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super- heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. THIS ISSUE: Liz enjoys some quiet time catching up with an old friend. But back at Noble Manor, the melodrama continues, as Celeste uses the media to her advantage as she divorces Rusty; Krennick feels pressure to take over Draconis' kingdom; and Frost confronts his father. Newcomer Andie Tong pencils the back-up story, which highlights a happier time for Rusty and Celeste. PARADIGM #11 (W) Matt Cashel (P) Jeremy Haun (I) William Haun BW 40pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 16th THE CONCEPT: A soap-opera charting the final generation of mankind as we understand it. Paradigm is an experiment in encapsulating all the talking cats, BEASTIALS, dwarves, conspiracy theorists with big guns, and seemingly ordinary men and women who populate our everyday lives into one gonzo outlined tangent that will one day explain just how important the eighties truly were. THIS ISSUE: Ethan considers reading the scrapbook of information and discusses history with the Stranger only to be faced with a revelation from a most unexpected source. Nick and Zeke enter the underworld and begin the quest that will bring them face to "face" with the "HUB" of Bogsdale himself. And Dick throws Abe out of the garage. STRIPPERS, TUPPERWARE, and MAGIC POTATOES: A stop on the road to what comes next. POWERS #33 (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A) Mike Avon Oeming FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of 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. From super hot and EISNER award winning team of Brian Michael Bendis (Ultimate Spiderman titles, Daredevil, Alias) and full color, art deco comic artist Mike Avon Oeming (Bastard Samurai, hammer of the gods). This 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: FOREVER MAN PART THREE! THE SHOCKING NEW POWERS STORYLINE!! POWERS meets Chinese kung fu!! New legends are born as the history of the Powers is revealed! Where did the powers come from? Why are they here? This is the largest powers arc ever and every issue builds and builds. So hop your ass on to the comic everyone you know has told you they love yet you just haven't gotten around to buying it yet. And don't forget the best letter column in comics. Ok, it's the only letter column in comics, but its still funny. RETAILER WARNING: Intended for Mature Readers. PUFFED #1 (OF 3) (W) John Layman (A) Dave Crosland (Cover A) Dave Crosland (Cover B) Frank Quitely B&W 32pp $2.95 Three-issue monthly finite series In stores the week of July 16th THE CONCEPT: Think you've had bad days? Aaron Owens has it worse. Much worse. He's got the lousiest job in the world, and is about to have the longest night of his life. In fact, take your worst job, your worst enemy, your most pathetic unrequited loveÄand add to it the most dangerous predicaments you've ever been in. THEN stuff it inside a sweltering, cramped, ridiculous-looking dragon costume. One that you can't get out of. That's right. A dragon costume. That's PUFFED. THIS ISSUE: Piss off the wrong psychopathic amusement park janitor and what do you get? You get: Trapped in an dragon costumeÄ Beat upÄ Dumped in the 'hoodÄ Hounded by weirdosÄ Hunted by killasÄ and that's just the beginning of Puffed, a tale of suspense, drama, desperation, murder, mistaken identity, sexual longing, loss, revenge, regret, impotence — even incontinence! Written by John Layman, ex-editor of The Authority and Planetary, with eye-popping art by comics newcomer Dave Crosland (whose illustrations have been seen in Spin magazine and Tastes Like Chicken,) and featuring variant covers by some of the biggest superstars in comics, Puffed is the hilariously off- kilter antidote to the typical guy-in-a-costume comic. Well, guy-in-a-SPANDEX-costume, anyway. RETAILER WARNING: Don't let the cuddly dragon suit fool you. Puffed is full of bad people, using bad language and doing bad things. PVP #3 by Scott Kurtz BW 32pp $2.95 Ongoing bi-monthly series In stores the week of July 2nd THE CONCEPT: In a world where nerds evolved from man, the staff of PvP Magazine rule as kings. Join Brent, Cole, Francis, Jade and Skull the Troll as they chronicle the world of video games, movies, comics and pop-culture. The hit internet comic strip leaps from the World Wide Web into its own image title! THIS ISSUE: "Lost and Found!" Fed up with Brent's constant bullying, Skull the troll runs away from home. Afraid that Skull won't survive long on his own, the PvP gang force Brent out into the cold after him. Features some unexpected cameos from familiar Image titles as well as the now infamous PANDA ATTACK! SAVAGE DRAGON #109 (RES) By Erik Larsen Backup by Erik Larsen and Mark Englert FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 23rd THE CONCEPT: Savage Dragon and his family and friends fight to make the world a better place. Savage Dragon! Smasher! Mighty Man! SuperPatriot! Battle Tank! Angel! The Liberty League! This one has it all! THIS ISSUE: Danger in Dimension-X!! Menaced by a creature that was hauled out of the Void, the Dragons family is in peril! Will they be able to thwart this new menace and save the day? All bets are off! Plus it begins here! A NEW Mighty Man feature that will run IN ADDITION to a full length Savage Dragon tale! Written and inked by Erik Larsen and pencilled by sensational newcomer Mark Englert. Mighty Man is sure to be a big hit with young and old alike! Over 30 pages of comic book goodness for the same low price! The biggest bargain in comics! THIS IS A RESOLICITATION. ALL PREVIOUS ORDERS ARE CANCELLED. SPAWN #136 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 July 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. Art shown is not the cover THIS ISSUE: "Mad Shadows, part 2"—Werewolves, zombies, vampires, ghosts and ghouls -- creatures of legend have seemingly come to life to commit horrible bloodthirsty crimes and then disappear again into the realm of imagination. With the help of Nyx, an urban witch, Spawn sets out to follow the trail of these horrifying acts … a trail which will lead him to the unlikeliest place imaginable. STRANGERS #5 (OF 6) (W) J.M. & Randy Lofficier (P) Manuel Garcia (I) Eduardo Alpuente (Cover A) Manuel Garcia (Cover B) Aleksi Briclots FC 32pp $2.95 Six issue monthly finite series In stores the week of July 9th 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: "Icy till the Evening"—The NECROMANCER's threat to Earth is not over -- the villain has now taken refuge in his ultimate citadel: a station in orbit around the Sun, from which he plans to cause our star to go nova, using STARLOCK's precious starseed. The STRANGERS follow, and the final battle against the arch-villain takes place against the background of the Sun's murderous rays -- but can it be that it was all in vain? TECH JACKET TP VOL. I: LOST AND FOUND (W) Robert Kirkman (A) E.J. Su (Cover) E.J. Su BW 144pp $12.95 5"x 7" Trade paper back In stores the week of July 2nd 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: In the far reaches of space, past any regions known to man, a war rages on. The Geldarians, a peaceful race, have been defending their home world against the violent and savage Kresh for nearly a millennium. When it begins to look as though neither side can gain the upper hand, the Geldarians dispatch a scout team to search the neighboring galaxies for civilizations that may aid them. Disaster strikes and one of the scout ships is forced to crash land on earth. When mild mannered teenager, Zack Thompson comes across the wreckage… things really get interesting. Collecting the first six issues of Tech Jacket (including the sold out issues 1-3) in one handy volume. A must have for fans of high adventure sci-fi! TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES ACTION FIGURES McFarlane Toys The next phase in the Terminator franchise is coming and it holds the fate of all humanity in its hands. A true franchise in every sense of the word – the previous two Terminator films earned more than $550 million at the worldwide box office – Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines is one of 2003's most anticipated films. Arnold Schwarzenegger reprises his role (T-850 Terminator) alongside a new villain, the T-X Terminatrix. Each action figure in this series is stunningly detailed to be accurate to the film. Figures are fully articulated and include accessories and bases. T-850 Terminator (with Coffin), T-850 Terminator (with Weapons), T-X Terminatrix, and T-X Terminatrix Endoskeleton! Blister packaging. (#18210) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES DELUXE BOXED SET McFarlane Toys The next phase in the Terminator franchise is coming and it holds the fate of all humanity in its hands. A true franchise in every sense of the word – the previous two Terminator films earned more than $550 million at the worldwide box office – Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines is one of 2003's most anticipated films. Arnold Schwarzenegger reprises his role (T-850 Terminator) alongside a new villain, the T-X Terminatrix. This deluxe boxed edition – in addition to a standard-scale series of figures and a deluxe 12-inch figure with sound – features a battle-damaged T-850 with sound, a T-X Terminatrix Endoskeleton and a custom helicopter diorama which re-creates a pivotal scene from the film. Battle-damaged T-850 and T-X Endoskeleton with custom diorama. (#18230) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES DELUXE 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE WITH SOUND McFarlane Toys The next phase in the Terminator franchise is coming and it holds the fate of all humanity in its hands. A true franchise in every sense of the word – the previous two Terminator films earned more than $550 million at the worldwide box office – Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines is one of 2003's most anticipated films. Arnold Schwarzenegger reprises his role (T-850 Terminator) alongside a new villain, the T-X Terminatrix. This deluxe 12- inch T-850 action figure – in addition to a standard-scale series of figures and a deluxe boxed set – features several accessories and a sound chip from the film. 12-inch T-850 Terminator with sound and weapons. (#18220) (CAUT: 4) Figure PI VOLTRON: DEFENDER OF THE UNIVERSE #3 (W) Dan Jolley (P) Mike Norton and Clint Hilinski (I) Clayton Brown (Cover) Mike Norton FC 32pp $2.95 Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of 16th THE CONCEPT: Hidden in the depths of the planet Arus are five giant mechanical lions. Together, with the aid of magics long forgotten, they form Voltron: Defender of the Universe, an immensely powerful robot that will give the people of Arus the means necessary to restore their war-torn galaxy to peace. At the helm of the lions: five courageous pilots who have sworn themselves to protect this alien world, and the princess who commands it. THIS ISSUE: "Revelations": Chapter 3—The myth has been proven real: the legendary mechanical lions believed to make up the body of Voltron do exist. But when a squadron of Drule warships suddenly attacks, will Keith, Lance, Sven, Hunk and Pidge be able to "use" the Lions... or will they be defeated before they can even begin? Learn the answer - - and witness the beginning of the terrible price Sven will pay. TOP COW WITCHBLADE ANIMATED ACTION FIGURES Introducing the first ever Palisades action figures for the Top Cow Universe! Palisades has taken the most popular characters from the smash hit comics group Top Cow and created them in a fully animated style. These Witchblade: Animated figures feature multiple points of articulation and all the attention to detail you've come to expect from Palisades. Witchblade, Magdalena and Darkness round out the three figure assortment. Each figure in approximate 4.5 inch scale. (CAUT: 4) Figure MSRP: $9.99Ea. MAGDALENA VOL. II #1 (W) Brian Holguin (P) Eric Basaldua (I) BATT (C) Beth Sotelo For 2000 years, the Madgalenas have battled in secret, protecting humanity from supernatural menaces of all types. Now Patience, a young and untrained beauty, must take on the role of the new Madgalena, perhaps even before she's ready. And wouldn't ya know it, Eric Basaldua, a young and well-trained penciler, takes on the responsibility of becoming Top Cow's next artistic superstar! He's ready. SHIPS WITH TWO COVERS IN A 50/50 SPLIT. Cover A by Joseph Michael Linsner. Cover B by Eric Basaldua. FC 32 pages $2.99 mini series MAGDALENA VOL. II #1 - JIM SILKE ACTOR COVER (W) Brian Holguin (P) Eric Basaldua (I) BATT (C) Beth Sotelo (Cover) Jim Silke Magdalena #1 is also avilable with a special variant cover by master illustrator Jim Silke! Best of all, all proceeds from the sale of this edition benefit ACTOR, A Commitment To Our Roots, the only charity dedicated to helping old-time comic cretors in need. Same action-packed issue, stunning new cover, and a great cause are are rolled up in one! FC 32 pages Please inquire about pricing ($5.00 net) mini series BATTLE OF THE PLANETS #1/2 (W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa & Edwin David (C) Udon Join us for a re-printing of the popular 1/2 issue, previously only available through Wizard magazine. Travel back in time to witness the training of the Battle of the Planets crew, and the start of the legend. Join Mark, Jason, Tiny, and Keyop as they develop the deadly skills needed to keep the wicked Spectra at bay, and protect us all. With an all new cover by fan-favorite artist Joe Benitez. FC 24 pages $2.99 one-shot special THE DARKNESS ONE SHOT – "WANTED DEAD" (W) Frank Tieri (P) Mark Texiera © Matt Milla Darkness bearer Jackie Estacado betrayed his Mafia roots and ratted out his bosses. So what happens when a grizzled mob veteran takes it upon himself to get revenge by placing a million-dollar bounty on Jackie's head? Find out in this special Darkness one- shot written by two-fisted goomba and underworld expert (don't ask) Frank Tieri (Wolverine)! FC 32 pages $2.99 one-shot special THE DARKNESS #2 MEGACON CONVENTION EDITION (W) Paul Jenkins (P) Dale Keown (C ) Matt Milla So you couldn't make it to Orlando's Megacon this year? Well, now you can get this convention exclusive without the cross country trek. Francis Manapul's beautiful sketch cover is now available in stores. Get yours today! FC 32 pages PI SIGNED EDITION BY FRANCIS MANPUL $19.95 TOMB RAIDER #32—"ANGEL OF DARKNESS" (W) Adam Hughes (P) Tony Daniel (I) Jonathan Sibal (C )Jonathan D. Smith Top Cow joins together with Eidos to tell the story of the upcoming game, ANGEL OF DARKNESS. If you're a fan of the game, or if you've never held a joystick in your life, you'll love this action filled story arc starring the world's hottest philanthropist, Lara Croft! FC 32 pages $2.99 continuing series WITCHBLADE #67 – "MOTHERS MEAT" (W) Johns/Grimminger (P) Scott Benefiel (I) Jasen Rodriguez (C) John Starr Meet Mother Mary, the newest adversary for Witchblade-wielder Sara Pezzini. Mary is hungry for Sara, but she's after more than just a meal. Mary wants the Witchblade for herself and is willing to consume Sara's very flesh in an effort to steal the Witchblade's power! This stand-alone chiller is written by the tag-team combo of fan-fave Geoff Johns (Avengers, JSA) and new rising star Kris Grimminger! FEATURES A 1 IN 4 COVER BY POP MAHN FC 32 pages $2.99 continuing series WITCHBLADE TRADE PAPERBACK—BLOOD RELATIONS (W) David Wohl (P) Francis Manapul (I) Jason Gorder (C ) John Starr As war rages between the Yakuza and the Mafia in New York City, the body count is quickly rising among criminals and innocents alike. Enter NYPD Detective Sara Pezzini, the wielder of an ancient and powerful weapon called the Witchblade, who must quickly discover who REALLY is behind all the bloodshed. This tale also features guest appearances by Sara's longtime nemeses Ian Nottingham and Kenneth Irons, as well as the infamous Tora No Shi... Collecting issues #54-58. FC 128 pages $12.99 Trade Paperback MARVEL COMICS Comics EPIC TROUBLE #1 (OF 5) Special Photo Cover Mark Millar (w)/Terry Dodson (p) The EPIC imprint is launched with a story we couldn't tell in the Marvel Universe. Again at the forefront of telling stories for contemporary teens about the REAL issues they face, Mark Millar, Terry Dodson & Epic Comics present the story of four teenagers who spend a summer of love and romance, and then face consequences they will never forget … and neither will the comic book world! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605464-00111 "We really have to be as radical in our thinking here as Stan, Steve and Jack were back in the 60s. Just as Stan reinvented the superhero comic, Terry and I want to completely rewrite the book on what people might think of the ROMANCE comic. Yes, there's going to be plenty of very pretty and very horny people running around doing what comes natural, but I also want to add a level of sophistication to that sexuality, examine the consequences and produce a story that's going to have people talking for the next ten years. Marvel has always been the company that took the big risks, and this is their chance to make people outside our general market rethink their understanding of comic books all over again." – Mark Millar, February 2003 CRIMSON DYNAMO #1 Cover by Steve Ellis John Jackson Miller (w)/Steve Ellis (a) Once the crown jewel in the former Soviet Union's high-tech weapons arsenal, the Crimson Dynamo was an armored killing machine fusing mechanical might with electrical power. But what the Kremlin never knew was its inventor left a secret legacy: a SPARE! Now the Russians, U.S. weapons inspectors & ruthless arms smugglers all know – and they ALL want it for themselves. But whose hands it finally winds up in may be the ultimate worst-case scenario! Global power politics meets high-stakes action & intrigue as a new Cold War threatens to engulf the globe! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605473-00111 SPIDER-MAN SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #1 & 2 Covers by Humberto Ramos Paul Jenkins (w)/Humberto Ramos (p) The fan favorite team of writer Paul Jenkins and artist Humberto Ramos reteam for the newest ongoing series starring the Amazing Spider-Man. And the series kicks off with a bang, as Spidey faces off against his deadliest foe, Venom! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 (each) UPC: 5960605427-00111 UPC: 5960605427-00211 VENOM #3 Cover by Sam Keith Daniel Way (w)/Francisco Herrera (p) "SHIVER" Pt. 3 Why is Venom Back? Why's it in the Artic? Who or what could Venom be afraid of? The mysteries of 2003's hottest new series continue! [This is a resolicitation. All previous orders are cancelled.] 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG…$2.25 SPIDER-GIRL #62 Cover by Ron Frenz Tom DeFalco (w)/Ron Frenz (p) PART 1 (of 6) She's Baa-aack..!! Marvel's Die-Hard hero bucks the odds to live again…AGAIN!! Find out why SPIDER-GIRL refuses to go quietly into the night and has THE most loyal fan- base in comics in this start of a brand new six-issue story arc!! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES…$2.99 UPC: 5960603503-06211 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #43 Cover by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p) It's ultimate bedlam as all the female members of the ULTIMATE X-MEN team up with SPIDEY to defeat the latest addition to the Ultimate rogues' gallery. And if you thought fighting the Green Goblin was hard on Spider-Man, you should see him try to talk to older women. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.25 UPC: 5960605031-04311 MARVEL MUST HAVES: ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN Collects Ultimate Spider-Man #1-3 by Brian Bendis & Mark Bagley! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$3.99 (UPC: 5960605248-00811) AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #55 Cover by Mike Deodato Jr. J. Michael Straczynski & Fiona Avery/John Romita Jr. (p) More secrets of the enigmatic Ezekiel are revealed in this first part of a 2-part story co- written by J. Michael Straczynski & his protégé Fiona (Tomb Raider, Rising Stars) Avery! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-05511 MARVEL MUST HAVES: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN J. Michael Straczynski's first story arc!! Collects Amazing Spider-Man #30-32 by Straczynski & John Romita Jr.! 80 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.99 99 (UPC: 5960605248-01311) KINGPIN #2 Cover by Esad Ribic Bruce Jones (w)/Sean Phillips & Klaus Janson (a) NOW AN ONGOING SERIES! The brutal rise from young gun to top dog is chronicled in this gritty ongoing crime drama set in a not-so-friendly neighborhood. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605435-00211 KINGPIN #1 There's still time to order issue #1 of this hot new ONGOING SERIES! Available for order in the APRIL PREVIEWS! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605435-00111 MAX ALIAS #24 Cover by David Mack Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Michael Gaydos (p) "PURPLE" Pt. 1 Here it is! Secrets of one of the darkest chapters in Marvel Comics history are revealed in the story that changed Jessica Jones' life forever! A perfect jumping-on point for new readers guest-starring the Avengers! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL ADVISORY...$2.99 UPC: 5960605124-02411 THOR: VIKINGS #1 (OF 5) Cardstock cover by Glenn Fabry Garth Ennis (w)/Glenn Fabry (a) It's more "ENNIS TO THE MAX" in this debut of another MAX mini-series by comics' most outrageous writer. Ennis! Fabry! Zombie Vikings! And THOR! What else is there to say!? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/PARENTAL ADVISORY...$3.50 UPC: 5960605428-00111 BORN #2 (OF 4) Cardstock cover by Wieslaw Walkuski Garth Ennis (w)/Darick Robertson (p) The birth of the Punisher continues in another pulse-pounding issue as Captain Frank Castle stares down the darkness inside of him. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/PARENTAL ADVISORY...$3.50 UPC: 5960605390-00211 US WAR MACHINE 2.0 #3 (OF 3) Cover by Christian Moore Chuck Austen (w)/Christian Moore (a) The cataclysmic conclusion as Rhodey and Tony Stark put aside their differences to save Jolly Old England from a nuclear bomb! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/PARENTAL ADVISORY...$2.99 UPC: 5960605399-00311 THE ETERNAL #2 Cover by Kev Walker Chuck Austen (w)/Kev Walker (p) "GIFT OF THE GODS" Pt. 2 The Eternals have come to Earth, but will they lead it into an age of paradise... or destruction?! And what will Ikaeden do now that he has broken the sacred rule of the Celestial Order? 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WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605153-01511 ELEKTRA #25 Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz Robert Rodi (w)/Sean Chen (a) PART 1 of a new 3-part story arc that takes Elektra around the globe in the hunt for an elusive African dictator. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.99 UPC: 5960605132-02511 SPIDER-MAN & WOLVERINE #2 (OF 4) Cover by Vatche Mavlian Brett Matthews (w)/Vatche Mavlian (p) "STUFF OF LEGENDS" Pt. 2 Spider-Man and Wolverine's adventure takes them to Japan as they investigate an international mystery. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605437-00211 X-MEN ULTIMATE X-MEN #35 Cover by David Finch Brian Michael Bendis (w)/David Finch (p) "BLOCKBUSTER" Pt. 2 THE ULTIMATES' Black Widow guest-stars as Spider-Man tries to work closely with Wolverine to discover who was behind the near-fatal attack on the X-Man last issue! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$2.25 UPC: 5960605047-03511 MARVEL MUST HAVES: ULTIMATE X-MEN Collects Ultimate X-Men #1-3 by Mark Millar & Adam Kubert! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...$3.99 99 (UPC: 5960605248-01111) UNCANNY X-MEN #427 Cover by Philip Tan Chuck Austen (w)/Steve Kim (p) Jubilee, Angel and Husk star in this stand-alone story! The X-Men deal with the recent death of a former teammate. Plus, Angel's powers take a surprising turn in an unexpected direction. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960602461-42711 UNCANNY X-MEN #428 Cover by Karl Kerschl Chuck Austen (w)/Sean Philips (p) A stand-alone prelude to next month's major new story arc, "THE DRACO"!! Learn secrets about the origin of Nightcrawler in this issue guest-starring Mystique! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960602461-42811 NEW X-MEN #144 Cover by Chris Bachalo Grant Morrison (w)/Chris Bachalo (p) "ASSAULT ON WEAPON PLUS" Pt. 3 (of 4) Wolverine, Cyclops and Fantomex continue their mission in search of clues to Wolverine's mysterious past! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960601772-14411 MARVEL MUST HAVES: NEW X-MEN Grant Morrison & Frank Quitely's first story arc!! Collects New X-Men #114-116! 80 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.99 99 (UPC: 5960605248-01211) EMMA FROST #1 Cover by Greg Horn Karl Bollers (w)/Randy Green (p) "HIGHER LEARNING" Pt. 1 (of 6) Get in on the ground floor as Marvel explores the early life and times of the NEW X- MEN's Emma Frost! Witness the first time her powers manifested and how she blossomed from an innocent teenager into the ruthless woman we know her as today! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.50 UPC: 5960605432-00111 X-STATIX #11 Cover by Mike Allred Peter Milligan (w)/Mike Allred (a) X-STATIX resumes its regularly scheduled program, following the 2-part WOLVERINE/DOOP special, featuring the team's newest member - Latino heartthrob El Guapo! Ay papi! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605332-01111 SENTINEL #4 Cover by UDON Sean McKeever (w)/UDON (p) "SALVAGE" Pt. 4 IT'S ALIVE!!! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605447-00411 MYSTIQUE #4 Cover by Joseph Michael Linsner Brian K. Vaughan (w)/Jorge Lucas (a) "DEAD DROP GORGEOUS" Pt. 4 (of 6) Professor X has sent the mutant chameleon Mystique on a clandestine operation to Cuba. To what lengths will Mystique go to recover the stolen Sentinel technology that threatens the lives of Cuban mutants? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605431-00411 EXILES #29 & 30 Covers by Clayton Henry Chuck Austen (w)/Clayton Henry (p) "UNNATURAL INSTINCTS" Pt. 2 & 3 (of 3) The EXILES/X-MEN crossover continues! Will the EXILES be forced to kill an X-Man in order to save the life of a child? The EXILES' first adventure in the Marvel Universe ends with lasting consequences for BOTH teams! 32 PGS. WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) Issue #29 UPC: 5960605108-02911 Issue #30 UPC: 5960605108-03011 X-MEN: PHOENIX — LEGACY OF FIRE #3 (OF 3) Cover by Ryan Kinnaird Ryan Kinnaird (w & a) Jena and Madelyne finally learn the truth about the Sword of Limbo and the hold it has over their family in this steamy conclusion! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.99 UPC: 5960605460-00311 WOLVERINE: SNIKT! #3 (OF 6) Cover by Tsutomu Nihei Tsutomu Nihei (w & a) In an alien land, against an army of inhuman enemies, Wolverine's own humanity threatens to slip away as he's overcome by a berserker rage! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605450-00311 WOLVERINE #3 Cover by Esad Ribic Greg Rucka (w)/Darick Robertson (p) Putting his unique skills to the ultimate test, Logan edges closer and closer to the identity of Lucy's murderer. 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960605458-00311 DOMINO #3 (OF 4) Cover by Brian Stelfreeze Joe Pruett (w)/Brian Stelfreeze (a) Domino's search for her past has led her to a remote area in the Florida Everglades where an unforeseen enemy is waiting to make she doesn't have a future! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605134-00311 X-MEN UNLIMITED #50 Cover by Katsuya Terada Kazuo Koike (w)/Paul Smith (p) Renowned creator of the classic Japanese manga LONE WOLF AND CUB, Kazuo Koike steps in to bring his feudal flair to X-MEN UNLIMITED. In this special issue, Koike- sensei explores Wolverine's deep-rooted connections to Japan. 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WITH ADS (each)/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 (each) Issue # 29 UPC: 5960605109-02811 Issue # 29 UPC: 5960605109-02911 NEW MUTANTS #3 Cover by Josh Middleton Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir (w)/Keron Grant (p) Dani Moonstar recruits a new student for Xavier's school for mutants. But would she have agreed to do it if she knew the secret Professor X was keeping from her? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605429-00311 MARVEL HEROES SILVER SURFER #1 Cover by Joe Jusko Dan Chariton & Stacy Weiss (w)/Milx (p) Children all around the world are vanishing, spirited away by a gleaming figure from the stars! Are these just routine cases of alien abduction, or the harbinger of something far more sinister? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960605439-00111 FANTASTIC FOUR #500 Cover by Paolo Rivera Mark Waid (w)/Mike Wieringo (p) Not a misprint! Marvel celebrates its first series to reach 500 issues by returning FANTASTIC FOUR to its original numbering! 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WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$4.99 UPC: 5960604456-50021 FANTASTIC FOUR #501 Cover by Mike Wieringo Mark Waid (w)/Casey Jones (a) "FIFTH WHEEL" Pt. 1 (of 2) The start of a new storyline, as the aftermath of the FF's terrifying battle with Dr. Doom finds one member of our cast thoroughly traumatized, and another horribly changed... 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960604456-50111 HUMAN TORCH #4 Cover by Skottie Young Karl Kesel (w)/Skottie Young (p) "BURN" Pt. 4 To find the combustion killer, the Torch must train to become everything he's not! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50 UPC: 5960605438-00411 INHUMANS #3 Cover by J.H. Williams & Jose Villarrubia Sean McKeever (w)/Matthew Clark (p) "LUNAR" Pt. 3 Worlds collide as the Inhumans travel to their new home: Earth! 32 PGS. 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Collects the critically acclaimed 4-issue limited series! 128 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG+...$13.99 UPC: 5960611112-00111 ESSENTIAL FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 1-3 Still Available! Volume 1…$14.95 (UPC: 59606-10660-00112) Volume 2…$14.95 (UPC: 59606-10731-00112) Volume 3…$14.95 (UPC: 59606-10787-00111) MARVEL UNIVERSE ROLEPLAYING GAME GUIDE: GUIDE TO THE X-MEN HC Cover by CHRISCROSS Still Available! X-pand your Universe. The first supplement to the Marvel Universe Roleplaying Game is bursting with dozens of new profiles, maps, diagrams and descriptions of all things X-Men. Plus a brand new Marvel Universe Adventure! 96 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...$19.99 UPC: 5960611035-00111 MARVEL UNIVERSE ROLEPLAYING GAME GUIDE HARDCOVER COVER BY MARK BAGLEY Still Available! Get the must-have guide that gets you started playing your own Marvel Universe adventures! Contains everything you need to learn and play, including full game system rules, character profiles, briefings and background for the Marvel Universe, pull- out Character Action Display, and a beginning adventure complete with maps. 128 PGS./FC/ALL AGES...$24.99 UPC: 5960611028-00111 MORE MARVEL MUST HAVES MARVEL MUST HAVES: DAREDEVIL Cover by Alex Maleev Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Alex Maleev (a) Collects DAREDEVIL #41-43 in one low-priced volume 80 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...&3.99 UPC: 5960605248-00711 MARVEL MUST HAVES: ULTIMATE VENOM Cover by Mark Bagley Brian Michael Bendis (w)/Mark Bagley (p) Reprinting the first four sold-out issues of the ULTIMATE VENOM saga, in one low- priced volume, ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #33-36! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/ALL AGES...&3.99 UPC: 5960605248-00611 MARVEL MUST HAVES: ULTIMATE WAR Cover by Chris Bachalo 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 UPC: 5960605248-00511 MARVEL MUST HAVES: TRUTH: RED, WHITE & BLACK Cover by Kyle Baker Collecting TRUTH #1, along with Captain America #1 & Ultimates #1! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$3.99 UPC: 5960605248-00411 MARVEL MUST HAVES: THE CALL OF DUTY Cover by David Finch Reprinting Call of Duty: The Brotherhood #1 & Daredevil #33! 96 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.99 UPC: 5960605248-00311 ************************* DIAMOND SELECT TOYS MARVEL SELECT: ULTIMATE VENOM ACTION FIGURE A Diamond Select Release! Toy Biz and Diamond Select present this awesome new Ultimate Universe action figure of one of Spider-Man's greatest foes - who just recently made his Ultimate Universe debut… Venom! The monstrous 8" tall Venom is scaled to the standard 7" size of the rest of the Marvel Select action figure line, and can stand toe- to-toe with the massive, previously offered Ultimate Hulk, or the first figure in the line, Spider-Man! Sculpted by Sam Greenwell, the Ultimate Venom features awesome articulation and includes a deatailed display base featuring a full-sized Peter Parker figure webbed to the wall! Not available in mass-market outlets and packaged in deluxe blister card package ! In stores August 2003! Figure $18.99 MARVEL UNIVERSE: ELEKTRA BUST A Diamond Select Release! Introduced to the Marvel Universe during Frank Miller's historic run on Daredevil, Elektra quickly became one of Marvel's most popular characters, and now stars in her own comic series and, following her silver screen debut in the Daredevil feature film, will soon be the subject of a solo film! Now Diamond Select captures the sultry assassin in all her glory, beautifully sculpted by Rudy Garcia & Andy Berkholtz and measuring 6" tall. Painted and ready to display, the the Elektra Bust is limited to 7,500 pieces, and is accompanied by a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. In stores August 2003! Bust $45.00 THE ULTIMATE NIGHTCRAWLER BUST A Diamond Select Release! We've know the "fuzzy blue elf" for years through his appearances in the pages of Marvel's Uncanny X-Men… but Nightcrawler made his Ultimate Marvel debut in Ultimate X-Men #7, and he's become a fan-favorite member of this series. Diamond Select brings the teleporting mutant home to your Ultimate X-Men bust collection with this all-new 6" tall design by sculptor Jeff Feligno. The base is reproduced semi-clear to replica his teleporting powers. This bust comes painted and ready to display, and is accompanied by a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide. The Special Edition version is limited to 500 pieces and features a Certificate/print with original art by artist Adam Kubert hand-signed by Kubert & Feligno. In stores in August 2003! REGULAR EDITION-Bust $50.00 SPECIAL EDITION-Bust $75.00 AVENGERS & ADVERSARIES: SCARLET WITCH STATUE A Diamond Select Release! When the Scarlet Witch first debuted in Uncanny X-Men #4, she was on the side of the bad guys as a member of Magneto's Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. Later, after a turn to the side of right, Wanda joined the Earth's Mightiest Heroes in in Avengers #16. Now, Diamond Select adds another "Avenger" to their Avengers & Adversaries line of medium statues with the Mutant Mistress of Mysticism, The Scarlet Witch! Sculpted by Sam Greenwell, the Scarlet Witch measures 8" tall (with base) and is captured in a classic "hex-throwing" pose with glow in the dark hex bolts! The Scarlet Witch is designed to stand against soon to be released Quick Silver and comes fully painted and ready to display. Limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide, accompanied by a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. In Stores August 2003! Statue $75.00 WOLVERINE CLAWS REPLICA A Diamond Select Release! No other X-Man is as popular as the mutant scrapper known as Wolverine! Born with a super-human healing ability, Logan can take a world of punishment and come back for more! It was this amazing ability (which has kept him alive and kicking since before WW2) that drew the attention of a secret government project looking to create the next level of soldier. Lacing his skeleton with nigh- indestructible Adamantium, Logan was transformed from a mere mutant to Weapon X! Now, Diamond Select and Industrial Zoo present this life-sized, 1:1 scale replica of Wolverine's forearm, complete with extended claws and simulated deployment mechanisms! The skeletal arm comes encased in a clear plexi-glass tube, as if it was a relic of some secret government warehouse from the dark future! Measuring over 2-feet in length, this is the ultimate Wolverine collectible! Limited to 2,500 pieces, each comes fully assembled, painted, and ready to display. Full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity included. In Stores August 2003! Replica $250.00 WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #143 Wizard: The Comics Magazine #143 presents 2 Earth-shattering comic previews! Behold the first 5 pages from the crossover event of a lifetime—JLA/Avengers #1 by artist George Pérez and writer Kurt Busiek from DC and Marvel Comics. Our second preview is 7-pages from the all-new Supreme Power #1 by writer J. Michael Straczynski and artist Gary Frank. Marvel Comics Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada creates a dazzling new Supreme Power cover to this issue of Wizard. What are the 50 Greatest Comic Movies of All Time? Find out as we rank all of the best comic flicks ever made from obvious superhero hits like "Spider-Man" to mainstream hits like "Men In Black" and "Road To Perdition" along with cult favorites like "Akira" and "The Crow." Get the ultimate list right here! Our alternate cover features movie photos from "Spider-Man," "X-Men" and other top comic inspired films. Artist Michael Turner (Fathom/Dragonfly/Witchblade) creates a special Last Man Standing with Spider-Man versus Batman. Who will win? Find out in this issue! As Vertigo Comics celebrates their 10th anniversary, Wizard #143 runs down the 10 creators that made the line what it is today. Read interviews with Neil Gaiman, Garth Ennis, Grant Morrison, Mark Millar and others, as well as from Vertigo founder Karen Berger's point of view in an exclusive interview. Learn which titles were her favorites and which were disappointments and who are the next 5 rising stars at Vertigo. Plus, get a complete timeline with the greatest moments along with other key events. BASIC TRAINING IS BACK! Join the father of comic art instruction Joe Kubert for the second of six all-new comic illustration lessons that will be running in Wizard. This month Kubert, the founder of the Joe Kubert School of comic art, explains how to best utilize reference material to create better comic art. One of the most important things that a cartoonist must learn is to use the reference and not allow the reference to use him. Check out our Dr. Doom Checklist! As the Fantastic Four celebrates its 500th issue, we look at the comic highlights of this villain who has been there from the very beginning raising a ruckus against the entire Marvel Universe. He's probably the greatest villain of all time, and we'll present all of his biggest moments and evil deeds! 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 (Supreme Power cover by Joe Quesada) $4.99 Magazine (Spider-Man/X-Men Movies cover) $4.99 TOYFARE #73 TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #73 proudly presents the ultimate Marvel versus DC toy crossover as we match the entire Marvel action figure library against the entire DC library. That's all of your favorites, Spider-Man, Batman, X-Men, Justice League and more from Toy Biz, Diamond Select, Mattel, DC Direct and Hasbro, in one epic battle for toy supremacy. See how these gigantic toy lines compare on a variety of levels in a competition to the finish. Only one toy company will emerge victorious. Wolverine from the new X-Men film takes the stage on the cover to this issue of ToyFare. This month's ToyFare Specialty Price Guide features Transformers toys and action figures. The Transformers are back on TV with all-new adventures and more battles. Behold the most complete Transformers price guide ever published, including prices from Japan along with all of the figures available in the U.S.! The new Dreamwave-style Optimus Prime statue from Palisades is featured on our alternate cover this month. TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE smashes into another hysterical episode when the Human Torch seeks revenge on HERBIE the robot for replacing him on the old Fantastic Four cartoon that no one remembers anymore! How does G.I.Joe's perennial foe, the terrorist group known as Cobra, stay in business? Get a glimpse into the bankrolling of Cobra with Cobra Commander and his account in this ToyFare exclusive! Kodiak and the Bearriors return in ToyFare #73. Return to the 1980's when this line of bear-themed figures hit the market and see how they are returning in an all-new form. 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 (New Movie Wolverine toy cover) $4.99 Magazine (Transformers Optimus Prime cover) $4.99 INQUEST GAMER #100 FREE MAGIC: THE GATHERING 32-PAGE 10TH ANNIVERSARY BOOKLET! 2 FREE CARDS FROM THE DRAGON BALL Z & WARLORD GAMES! InQuest Gamer: The Gaming Magazine #100 arrives in July! This milestone event issue features an all-new HeroClix versus MechWarrior cover by artist Gene Ha. Behold the Top 100 HeroClix Figures of all time as we present the definitive rankings for every figure released to date. See every figure, from Amazing Spider-Man to the Uncanny X- Men, with stats and learn why it made this top 100 list. Plus, get more info on the latest HeroClix set, Cosmic Justice! Don't miss this! In this 100th issue we present Magic: Reloaded! We revisit the greatest Magic Killer Decks of the past 10 years and update these decks with some of the newer cards to improve on the strengths of these now-classic decks. Imagine Necropotence with Life Bursts or Rebels with Whipcorder. The old powerhouses are now insanely better. What will be the next Lord Of The Rings? After the success of these films based on the classic books by J. R. R. Tolkien, the big screen doors are now open to many other classic fantasy properties like Michael Moorcock's Elric, Dragonlance, Drizzt and many more. We'll explore the top fantasy properties that should be made into feature films and give you the inside read on which have the best odds of appearing at a theatre near you. Our special 100th issue celebration will affect every single page of InQuest Gamer #100. Relive the past 10 years in gaming as we review the best decks, the biggest train wrecks along with the wackiest , most monumental events in gaming history. All of our columns and departments will be improved to join this celebration! 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 (HeroClix/MechWarrior cover) $4.99 Magazine (Yu-Gi-Oh! cover) $4.99 WIZARD TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE COLLECTORS EDITION VOLUME 3 By overwhelming popular demand, Wizard Entertainment proudly presents the third TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE trade paperback! This new 104-page book collects more of the best and funniest episodes from ToyFare magazine's monthly Twisted ToyFare Theatre comic strips. Join Mego Spidey and the gang in hilarious episodes like, "Von Doom Christmas," "Defenders Assemble," "That '70s TTT," "Secret Wars" and many more! In addition to the 13 strips re-presented here, this book will feature the The Official Handbook of the TTT Universe! The inner-secrets of Megoville's favorite characters will be revealed in the classic style of the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe. Star Wars' Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill, writes the introduction to this new landmark collection! There're more bonus goodies, including "Make Your Own TTT" activity cut-outs— everything you need to make your own episode (characters, clothes, offensive word balloons and more). Plus, an insider's guide to favorite TTT moments. If you loved either of the first two Twisted ToyFare Theatre trade paperbacks, you can't miss this volume! FC, 104 pages, Prestige Format $9.99 Black Bull Entertainment BEAUTIFUL KILLER TP Cover by PHIL NOTO Written by JIMMY PALMIOTTI Painted interior art by PHIL NOTO Black Bull's fantastic Beautiful Killer mini-series written by Jimmy Palmiotti (21 Down/The Resistance)and featuring painted art by Phil Noto (Danger Girl) is finally collected in one handy volume. Noto, best known for his fantastic painted covers to Birds Of Prey and Codename: Knockout, perfectly captures the 60's spy-thriller tone of this exciting series. With a dazzling cover by Noto and an introduction by Wizard Publisher Gareb Shamus this trade collects the entire 3-issue series that introduced Brigit Cole along with all of the covers. See where it all started with the exclusive sketch pages by artist Adam Hughes (Wonder Woman). FC, 80 pgs. (Phil Noto cover) $9.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WIZARD ALEX ROSS MILLENNIUM EDITION 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 152- 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. 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. Discover the secrets behind the techniques he uses to create his work. Top it all off with an amazing painted crossover cover featuring Superman versus Spider- Man and you have the ultimate official Alex Ross event that only Wizard could publish! Hardcover, 152pg $24.99 INCREDIBLE HULK #1 WIZARD ACE EDITION Get the very first appearance of the Hulk. Artist Andy Kubert illustrates a dramatic all- new 2-part acetate cover featuring Bruce Banner transforming into the Incredible Hulk. In addition to the classic tale of the Hulk's origin by writer Stan "The Man" Lee and artist Jack "King" Kirby this ACE will feature an intro by current Hulk writer Bruce Jones. FC SRP: $13.99 MUPPETS SUPER HERO SCOOTER TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE From the classic television series The Muppet Show, comes this exclusive Super Hero Scooter action figure. This ToyFare limited edition from Palisades features Scooter in a hero costume with a cape and "How To Be A Superhero" book. 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 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. 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. This Wizard Special will also have 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. Magazine (Wolverine Emma Frost cover by Michael Turner) $4.99 Magazine (X-Men 2 Wolverine/Storm Movie Photo cover) $4.99 ************************** COMICS SECTION A1 OREGON PUBLISHING KAMEELMAN #3 by T-Bone, Ron Randall, & James Taylor It's a case of mistaken identity –– literally –– Pepper, Zack, Todd, Dakota, Sharon, and Kevin. Who belongs and who will be excluded? Who says they're doing it and who really is? Watch fireworks explode in bright sunshine at the pool party! b&w, 24pg $2.99 AAA MILWAUKEE PUBLISHING THE ARSENIC LULLABIES #4 by Douglas Paszkiewicz Dark humor at its best –– you either love it or hate it. Ingenious stories, bizarre characters, and crisp writing and artwork make this a must-read. This issue features a post-WWII Adolf Hitler on the lamb, drowning his sorrows in a bar in Idaho, alien centaurs blackmailing a four-year-old, and more! MATURE READERS b&w $2.75 AARDVARK VANAHEIM CEREBUS #292 by Dave Sim with Gerhard LATTER DAYS: Part 27 (of 35) There was something really important Cerebus was just thinking about. What was it again? The countdown to issue 300 (March 2004) continues... t-minus 8 and counting. b&w, 24pg $2.25 STAR OF THE MONTH CEREBUS VOLUME 7: FLIGHT TP by Dave Sim Dave Sim's Cerebus began as a parody of Conan, but has expanded and grown into much, much more! Intellectual, entertaining, and thought provoking, Cerebus is the longest running independent black-and-white comic being published today! (STAR00543) SC, 7x10, b&w $17.00 ******************** A-BOMB LANDIS #1 by Rob Potchak Jr. & Owen Gieni The immortal swordswoman gets news from Rashin Lyght. What will happen as Elisa Landis pieces together a dangerous puzzle? How are Guy and Janus involved? Who is the mysterious informant? Features covers by Ethan Van Sciver (X-Men), and the other by series artist Owen Gieni! MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 ABOUT COMICS THE LIBERTY PROJECT VOLUME 1 TP by Kurt Busiek, James W. Fry, & Doug Hazlewood When four convicted super-crooks are given the chance to become heroes, things become wilder than they, or the government, expect. This classic Busiek/Fry series is collected for the first time, with nine full issues. Manga-sized. SC, 6x8, 232pg, b&w $11.95 ABSTRACT STUDIOS STAR OF THE MONTH STRANGERS IN PARADISE VOLUME 12: FIELD OF GOLD TP by Terry Moore Francine has canceled her wedding and returned to Houston to find herself but finds Katchoo instead. While they try to repair their relationship, a deadly anonymous Parker Girl stalks Katchoo from the wings. Collects issues #50-54. (STAR18084) SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w $12.95 ********************* OFFERED AGAIN TERRY MOORE'S PARADISE TOO VOLUME 2: CHECKING FOR WEIRDOS TP by Terry Moore This perfect-bound trade paperback is the second of Moore's other comic book series, Paradise TOO, collecting six issues (#7-12) of his cartoons, plus SIP sketchbook work, in one tidy package. SC, 7x10, 184pg, b&w $15.95 ******************** AC COMICS FEMFORCE #120 by Various "Superbabes" Part 1 (of 3)— First, the 1950s FF faces the villainous Rathschilde! Then, see Nightveil solo in "Machinations," followed by a previously unseen Miss Victory tale. Plus, a guest story by Will Meugniot, starring his creation, Mary America! Also available with an alternate cover edition by animation and comics great Will Meugniot! REG. CVR.—b&w, 44pg $6.95 ALT. CVR.—b&w, 44pg $9.95 GOLDEN AGE GREATS SPOTLIGHT VOLUME 1 by Matt Baker & Various The most celebrated "good girl art" feature of the Golden Age —Phantom Lady! The biggest volume of vintage Phantom Lady reprints ever offered, dating back to her first appearance in Phantom Lady #13, and packed with lots of Matt Baker artwork! Squarebound. SC, 7x10, 150pg, b&w $22.95 BEST OF THE WEST: READERS RODEO ROUNDUP PACK by Various Simply the best of the Western comic book's finest era — the late '40s and early '50s, in 50 perfect vintage reprints starring Redmask, Haunted Horseman, Durango Kid, John Wayne, Rocky Lane, Tex Ritter, Sunset Carson, and more! Set includes Best of the West #5-14! Pack (x10), b&w $49.95 MEN OF MYSTERY: MASTERWORKS COLLECTION #3 by Various Thirty seven crisp, full-story '40s reprints (364 pages total!) starring Skyman, Manhunter, Rocketman, Quicksilver, Spider Widow, and more, with art by Eisner, Wood, Cole, Swayze, Powell, and others! Set includes Golden Age Men of Mystery #19-24 and #26! Pack (x7), b&w $49.95 ACTIVE IMAGES STRANGE EMBRACE TP by David Hine David Hine's tortured modern gothic tale of madness, death, and sexual longing! The world is one of pain and sorrow, obsession, and damnation; a world that pollutes the lives of all that enter it. Introduction by Peter Milligan. Cover painting by David Hine. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $14.95 HIP FLASK: ELEPHANTMEN #1 by Richard Starkings & Ladronn, with Joe Casey; covers by Ladronn The story of Hieronymous 'Hip Flask" — begun in Unnatural Selection — continues. Twenty years after the genetic program that created them was brought to an end, Nikken's half-human creations struggle for survival and acceptance in the world of Man. Features four covers — all by Ladronn! FC, 32pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A HIP FLASK: UNNATURAL SELECTION by Richard Starkings & Ladronn, with Joe Casey This debut release tells the story of the origin of Comicraft's tragic hero, Hip Flask. Named by The Face as one of the "Top Ten Comic Books of 2002," Unnatural Selection ships with covers by Ladronn, J. Scott Campbell, Joe Madureira, and Ian Churchill! FC, 32pg $2.99 ************************** ACTOR ACTOR DEFINITIVE DAWN FACTORY SEALED CARD SET These babies are sold out almost every where, but here's your chance to get the factory sealed set, and a chance to help out ACTOR (A Commitment To Our Roots)! This series features the best images of Joseph Michael Linsner, each painted! Limited to 500. Set $19.99 ACTOR MICRONAUTS GLOW-IN-THE-DARK TIME TRAVELER FIGURE From the late 70s, the Micronauts have been brought back to life! The DF Exclusive Time Traveler Glow-in-the-Dark Variant Figure is limited to only 5,000 pieces, and is almost sold out! Features glow-in-the-dark accents on a black body. Figure $14.99 ACTOR FOUR RANDOM CARD SET To Help ACTOR raise money for the creators in the comics industry in need, DF has placed together an assortment of trading cards that features four boxes of trading cards! Each assortment is filled with random boxes of DF and non-DF product. Set $49.99 ACTOR HEROES COMIC SET DF has placed together four books: Marvel Heroes, Lady Death Aschcan, limited edition Darkchylde, and a limited edition Top Cow book. Set $6.99 ACTOR SNAKE EYES AP EDITION BUST DF has the only A/P editions, limited to 100. The regular series edition of the busts sold out, so here's your chance to get the really rare ones directly from the source, and contribute to ACTOR at the same time! Bust $89.99 AIT/PLANET LAR SWITCHBLADE HONEY GN by Warren Ellis & Brandon McKinney Earth, losing its first war in space, pins its last hope on giving a new vessel to a crew of naval officers court-martialed for dissent –– a crew just as likely to abandon Earth to the alien Chasta and the guns it makes out of stars. SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $9.95 SCURVY DOGS #1 by Andrew Boyd & Ryan Yount Fearsome pirates try to carve out a living in a world where they don't belong –– ours! Captain Blackbeard and his crew set out for adventure and romance, but when their ship is impounded by the Coast Guard, they're forced to take on real jobs. b&w, 24pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH AVAILABLE LIGHT HC by Warren Ellis This collection of short writings and digital photography includes 30 photographs taken with a camera plugged into a handheld computer. Its eerie, grainily vérité images are coupled with 30 prose pieces inspired by the pictures, ranging from science fiction to observational writing. (STAR15269) HC, 7x10, 66pg, b&w $24.95 BLACK HEART BILLY TP by Dwyer, Remender, & Jaten; cover by Brian Wood Billy Black is an average 20-something punk with a robot head! Evil Nazi scientists have reincarnated Hitler, housing his evil soul in the corpse of Jerry Garcia! Their goal: to turn the world into mindless hippie zombies! It's up to Billy to fight the evil Garcia/Hitler robot, Deadhead! (STAR16232) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95 ***************************** ALTERNATIVE COMICS FANCY FROGLIN VOLUME 1: SEXY FOREST GN by James Kochalka Fancy Froglin is an ineffably cute happy little frog that loves being in state of perpetual arousal. He's highly sexual, yet purely innocent. And he loves bunnies. Most important, he's really funny. Also available as a signed and limited hardcover edition! A portion of the proceeds for each copy will be donated to the CBLDF. MATURE READERS REG.––SC, 7x7, 96pg, FC $12.95 SGN.––HC, 7x7, 96pg, FC $24.95 YELLOW BABY #1 by Jed Alexander "Turtle, Turtle" Part 1 (of 3): An Mexican island is believed to house a giant living turtle. Cesar spends one summer there with his grandmother, then returns as an adult. "Turtle, Turtle" explores ideas of racial, social, and global identity. Also features very funny, sad, and odd stories, all rendered in a range of methods and styles. SC, 8x8, 32pg, 2C $3.95 KRAMERS ERGOT VOLUME 4 TP Edited by Sammy Harkham Showcasing upcoming new talents side-by-side with established creators. Includes new works from Renee French, Ron Rege Jr., Mat Brinkman, Anders Nilsen, David Lasky, Genevieve Castree, Souther Salazar, Ben Jones, Jeff Brown, Marc Bell, Josh Simmons, Sammy Harkham, Jim Drain, David Heatley, and more! SC, 9x11, 340pg, FC $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH KRAMERS ERGOT VOLUME 3 TP Edited by Sammy Harkham Showcases the very best new cartoonists in comics, including Anders Nilsen, Mat Tait, Neil Fitzpatrick, Sara Varon, Stefan Gruber, Mark Burrier, Zack Soto, Hans Rickheit, Kathleen Lolley, Ben Jones, Sammy Harkham, Joe Grillo, and Luke Quigley. (STAR17573) SC, 128pg, b&w $8.95 FANTASTIC BUTTERFLIES GN by James Kochalka Magic Boy wanders drunkenly through a hallucinogenic nightmare world of Cancer Robots, softball showdowns, dance parties, barbecues, time machines, testicular injury, and cake-baking kung-fu cuties! Squarebound. (STAR16427) SC, 192pg, b&w $14.95 ************************ AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS Amaze Ink KITSUNE TALES #1 by Woodrow Phoenix & Andi Watson Samurai Jack meets the Brothers Grimm as Kitsune (Skeleton Key), the fox spirit with a sweet tooth travels ancient Japan preparing ghost soufflé's and battling Wolf Things along the way. b&w, 48pg $4.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A REPLACEMENT GOD TP by Zander Cannon This collects the entire Amaze Ink run of the Harvey award nominated series. Zander Cannon is now best known for his work on Alan Moore's ABC comics. This is an early look at his work that will especially appeal to fans of fantasy books and good old- fashioned adventure tales. SC, 216pg, b&w $19.95 ************************ EVENFALL #3 by Pete Stathis Trying to escape her inner demons, Phoebe drives out into the night on a binge of self- destructive behavior. But mysterious forces catch up with her, and take her on a revealing and life-threatening trip through a world of nightmare. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 HSU AND CHAN #3 by Norm Scott Wasting no time, this series jumps the shark at a mere three issues out of the gate -- and we pass the savings on to you! Experience for yourself the startling event which shall change the boys' lives forever! More laughs and terror from Electronic Gaming Monthly! b&w, 24pg $2.95 LENORE #10 by Roman Dirge Lenore has to survive a mice attack and help a disease ridden pal...from a distance... maybe with a long stick. Could this issue be any more amazing? Yes. It might involve feminine products. This issue has issues. b&w, 24pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH LENORE LUNCH BOX by Roman Dirge Designed by Lenore creator Roman Dirge. On one side, Lenore implores you to "Experience my dark muffins," and on the other, announces "I've been embalmed!" (STAR13904) Lunchbox MSRP: $19.95 **************** MY MONKEY'S NAME IS JENNIFER VOLUME 1 TP by Ken Knudtsen Collecting the first six issues of the amazing and bizarre story of a little girl and her monkey, who is crazy. There are ninjas! Evil Doctors! Pirates! Lesbians! Plus 2 1/2 new stories! Nice things said by Klaus Janson and Walter Simonson. SC, 160pg, b&w $15.95 MY MONKEY'S NAME IS JENNIFER T-SHIRT #1 by Ken Knudtsen Two-sided, 100% cotton t-shirt featuring a small image of Jennifer on the front and the phrase "Say Goodbye to your fleshy testicles," on the back. A must have! (CAUT: 4) S-XL MSRP: $16.95 XXL MSRP: $17.95 MY MONKEY'S NAME IS JENNIFER T-SHIRT #2 by Ken Knudtsen This black, three-color shirt features Jennifer, clinging to the side of the shirt and taking a bite out of it. On the back are the words "Damn you, I'm a crazy monkey." (CAUT: 4) S-XL MSRP: $16.95 XXL MSRP: $17.95 HAPPY NOODLE BOY BABYDOLL AND REGULAR T-SHIRTS by Jhonen Vasquez Two sided, the front with a big image of Happy Noodle Boy's head, and the back with the many faces of Johnny's little comic genius. (CAUT: 4) BABYDOLL––S-L MSRP: $17.95 REG.––S-XL MSRP: $15.95 REG.––XXXL MSRP: $17.95 PRIVATE BEACH #8 by David Hahn In the hands of The Network, Trudy's world is about to come apart... and come together. She learns that she has been working for The Network for years! As part of her "re- education," Trudy must run a surreal gauntlet through a town with no name. b&w, 24pg $2.95 SAMURAI JAM TP by Andi Watson Marking his 10th Anniversary in comics, Andi Watson's first ever comic series of skateboarding, punk rock, and hockey is available in one handy trade. Collects the four issue series from the early 90's as well as the mini-comics and pin-ups. SC, 144pg, b&w $14.95 TUPELO #1 by Matt De Gennaro & Phil Elliott From Greenwich Village comes the world's greatest junkie super-hero, Captain Tupelo! Champion and savior of the homeless and oppressed of New York City, he resurfaces along with post-punk revolutionary The 11' O Clock Man to do battle with television psychic Boz Williams. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH CARL CTHULHU FIGURINE This 8" hard plastic figurine comes with articulated head and arms, and light-up eyes –– a must for both fans of Little Gloomy and collectors of all things Cthulhu. (STAR14687) Figurine MSRP: $18.95 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. (STAR17731) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $12.95 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 discoveries are all here. (STAR17769) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 232pg, b&w $24.95 I FEEL SICK #1 by Jhonen Vasquez This book chronicles the history of Devi (the girl who kicked Johnny's ass in the pages of Johnny the Homicidal Maniac) and her life-degenerating relationships with other human beings, told in the form of several delightful, mercifully short stories. (STAR14165) FC, 32pg $3.95 JOHNNY THE HOMICIDAL MANIAC #1-#2 & #5 by Jhonen Vasquez The classic sick blood-spilling adventures of Johnen Vasquez's timeless teen maniac are re-presented in these essential reprints! #1 (STAR14546)—b&w, 24pg $2.95 #2 (STAR15066)—b&w, 24pg $2.95 #5 (STAR14548)––b&w, 24pg $2.95 SPARKS: AN URBAN FAIRY TALE GN by Lawrence Marvit Lawrence Marvit's critically acclaimed series is presented in the graphic novel format he always envisioned! Containing all five original issues, plus 170 pages of unpublished material! This modern take on Pinocchio comes with an introduction by Paul Dini. (STAR16261) SC, 440pg, b&w $35.95 ****************** ANARCHY STUDIOS VAMPI VICIOUS #1 by McKeever, Dogan, & Lau A brand-new spectacular jump into the future. Sean McKeever takes the reigns of Vampi and plunges her into the harsh reality of New Chicago, a corporation-run mega-city that has more dark secrets than anyone is willing to admit. Some new young faces join Vampi in her crusade to simply try and make right what has gone so horribly wrong. Regular covers by series creator Kevin Lau and Omar Dogan, and a Limited cover by fan-favorite Phil Noto, limited to only 1,500 copies. REG. LAU CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 REG. DOGAN CVR.—FC, 32pg $2.99 LTD. NOTO CVR.—FC, 32pg $9.95 XIN: LEGEND OF THE MONKEY KING TP by Lau, Ko, Faerber, & Dogan Collecting issues #1-3. Revisit the first meeting with Xin, the young, obnoxious godling who's out to try to bite off more than he can chew, and gets caught up in all the action. See the Eight Saints, discover the wonders of another world and see what happens when General 2 and Xin first went at it. Includes a complete cover gallery and featuring never before seen sketches and character designs! SC, 88pg, FC $12.95 XIN: JOURNEY OF THE MONKEY KING #1 LIMITED EDITION by Lau, Ko, Faerber, & Dogan Available for the first time. This limited Edition of Xin: Journey of the Monky King #1 features a new cover by artist Todd Nauk (Young Justice). Limited to only 1,500 copies FC, 32pg $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPI #13 DELUXE EDITION by Pearson From the vault of Anarchy Studios, and available for the last time. Vampi #13 featuring a variant cover by Andy Park. 1,500 copies printed, extremely limited quantities remain. FC, 32pg $9.95 O/A VAMPI #14 DELUXE EDITION by Platt From the vault of Anarchy Studios, and available for the last time. Vampi #14 featuring a variant cover by Kaare Andrews. 1,500 copies printed, extremely limited quantities remain. FC, 32pg $9.95 ********************** VAMPI #19-22 SIGNED-AND-NUMBERED SET Includes all four issues of the "Serpent's Kiss" story arc, signed and numbered by Kevin Lau. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 150 sets. Set (x4), FC SRP: $29.95 ANTARCTIC PRESS COUNTER-OPS #5 by Peter Ang & Jin Song Kim It all comes down to the last moment as Team JTF-3 must make the ultimate sacrifice in order to save North America from total annihilation. Time is up and ammo is low... will the end it all end in nuclear devastation? FC, 24pg (5 of 5) $3.95 GOLD DIGGER VOLUME 11 POCKET MANGA by Fred Perry In Brianna's quest to save Raphiel, her deadly Grave Digger personality has been revived! G'nolga and crew kidnap the wizards. Meanwhile, Ace, Gina, and crew have to get tickets home. But Dark Boid's around to make sure Ace is flying the unfriendly skies! SC, 5x7, 124pg, b&w $12.95 HOW TO DRAW MANGA SUPERSIZE VOLUME 3 TP by Various; cover by Ben Dunn Six more issues' worth (#13-18) of incredible art and insightful comments from Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, Joe Wight, Rod Espinosa, and David Hutchison, all in one manga- monster of a collection! SC, 8x10, 192pg, b&w $21.95 JUNCTION 17 #1 by Dave Hutchinson Fifteen years from now, the latest virtual addiction is the fighting game Black Wave. Using cell phones, players link minds to do battle in the game. A deranged fan is stalking and killing the game's champions. As the players use the game to track him down, it becomes increasingly difficult to discern the game from reality. FC, 32pg $3.50 LEGACY: SECOND INHERITANCE GN by Fred Perry As the ancient Wrath begins to consume the souls of the world, the Legacies of the Priest, Paladin, Rogue, and Assassin awaken, but much too late. The Wrath is aware and descends to crush the heirs before they can realize their full potential. The streets become a nightmare as the battle for the souls of the Earth escalates. SC, 72pg, FC $12.95 STAR OF THE MONTH LEGACY: FIRST INHERITANCE COLLECTION VOLUME 1 TP by Fred Perry Joe and Vicky Dumar find themselves heir to powerful fighting skills as well as a battle with the Archessence and his Wrath forces. Their friend, child genius and mighty mage Shiva, is there to guide them, but they'll need more help to survive. (STAR15574) SC, 6x8, 144pg, FC $16.95 *************** LUFTWAFFE: 1946 #11 (Families of Altered Wars #110) by Ted Nomura & Various AP Core Title! In these altered wars, the U.S. faces a series of deadly Nazi "Amerika" bombers. The WASPs deploy their own "Air Guard" to protect American airspace. Plus, more of the Tigers of Terra's war in 2040 A.D. and additional works by Magnette and the Miranda/Mercado team. b&w, 48pg $5.95 MANGAZINE #46 by Various Ninja High School, Families of Altered Wars, Gold Digger, and Warrior Nun Areala, together in one title every month! PLUS the all-new Rehd! It's Mangazine, the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired comedy, action, and adventure in America! SC, 7x10, 150pg, PC $9.99 NEOTOPIA VOLUME 2 #1 by Rod Espinosa Nalyn leads the exhausted crew of the Intrepid Explorer. Pursued by the evil Krossian Army, she must keep her secret identity intact for their sake. Will they find allies willing to struggle alongside them against the malevolent Krossians? FC, 32pg $2.99 NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #108 by Katie Bair AP Core Title! Michael has gotten into too many fights and pushed his principal too far. Now he can't fight for a week, or all his friends will be suspended! Somehow, he has to avoid fighting when he has valkyries, blind samurais, obsessed schoolgirls, and mop-fu janitors getting on his case! b&w, 32pg $3.50 POSEFILE MONTHLY #1 Posefile is now a monthly series! Now you can get hundreds of pictures every month of dynamic poses, stylin' costumes and killer props, shot from more angles than you can handle! See exactly what you need for the perfect perspective to perfect your skills! b&w, 48pg $4.95 TWILIGHT X: STORM #4 by Joseph Wight Richard and Melissa have discovered a terrible island of death, controlled by the forces of the Neo-Nazis. They must launch an assault to try to free the island people and topple the warlord in charge. They alone must face impossible odds, yet they cannot afford to fail. b&w, 32pg $3.50 WARRIOR NUN AREALA #19 by Craig Babiar AP Core Title! "Soul Reaper" Part 3—Ivan Seethe's plan to use the Soul Reaper to steal Areala's soul was a success! Areala is broken. Without a soul to keep the balance, her dark side is unleashed! How can she defeat herself, but still win? b&w, 32pg $3.50 ANTI-BALLISTIC PIXELATIONS GREMLIN TROUBLE SUPER SPECIAL #1 by E.T. Bryan & Elizabeth Bryan Newlyweds Hex and Cypher find that "living happily ever after" isn't all it's cracked up to be. The Dark Forces may have been defeated, but the Gremlin Prince and Princess remain outcasts from Gremlinland. But worst of all, the house is a mess after months of partying and the relatives are due any minute! b&w, 24pg $2.95 ANTIMATTER/HOFFMAN INTERNATIONAL NEW REALMS OF SORCERY: THE ART OF MIKE HOFFMAN SKETCHBOOK by Mike Hoffman Mike Hoffman pushes the limits even further with a plethora of the gorgeous women he's famous for plus a heaping helping of fearsome monsters, barbarians, mutants, crashed spaceships, and hitherto unknown worlds! High quality squarebound, oversized 8.5" x 11" format. SC, 8x11, 64pg, PC $16.95 THOR VS BEASTWOMEN FROM THE CENTER OF THE EARTH #1 by Mike Hoffman The original Rock Warrior ,Jon Mikl Thor, joins Hoffman again for their first new Sword and Sorcery tale since 2001! Thor lay trapped forever in the "Moon Pool" –– now, he's in the frying pan with hordes of bestial beauties whose unsheathed claws await at the very core of our planet! b&w, 24pg $2.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S TIGRESS COVER GALLERY by Mike Hoffman An amazing tour-de-force edition showcasing each and every Tigress cover art painting that Hoffman has ever done, plus never-before-seen developmental art! Mike's personal commentary adds priceless artistic insights for each gorgeous piece. b&w, 24pg $3.50 MIKE HOFFMAN'S LOST WORLDS OF FANTASY AND SCI-FI #4 by Mike Hoffman The action and adventure continue in the dangerous and strangely beautiful realms of Mike Hoffman's flagship title. There's masterful artwork and story from fantasy to sci-fi and everywhere in between, plus new projects and previews seen nowhere else. b&w, 24pg $2.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S TIGRESS VOLUME 1: JOURNEY TO CALDATHREA TP by Mike Hoffman Combines the three-part epic from "Tigress Tales" with a new cover and new material! The asteroid-dwelling Cal-DATH-erans adopt Tigress as one of their own, returning to a decimated Earth in grand style at a tropical resort where a robot orchestra brawls with government forces! SC, 64pg, b&w $9.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S DUST AND DEATH MUSIC CD by Mike Hoffman Twelve Spaghetti Western songs based on the cult gothic Western comic "The Ballad of Utopia." Hear bullwhips cracking, desert winds moaning, Indians chanting, and blazing guitars that sear your eardrums! Check out unforgettable tunes composed and performed by Mike Hoffman himself! CD $9.95 APC MONSTER CLUB #8 by Kit Wallis This issue features two short stories. In the first, see Mia and Shelly on a hiking holiday. But there's more to worry about on this holiday than just the bad weather! In the second, a group of teenagers stay in an isolated lodge. Scream-style gore fest ensues. FC, 32pg $3.50 ASSASSIN SCHOOL #1 by Phil Littler, Edu Francisco, & Lynx Studios The world is under threat and the government has a new secret weapon: specially selected, highly skilled students all under the age of 16. It's a mix of Danger Girl and Girl's of St. Trinians. Art from fan favorite, Edu Francisco (Legacy, Victory) and written by TV/film scribe Phil Littler. FC, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50 DARKHAM VALE #1 by Jack Lawrence Ryan Harris and his Dad begin a new life in Darkham Vale. But from the moment he arrives, Ryan feels the hidden town, deep in the British countryside, is more sinister than it appears at first glance. From up and coming writer/artist, Jack Lawrence. Card stock cover. FC, 32pg (1 of 10) $3.50 ARCHAIA STUDIOS PRESS ARTESIA AFIELD TP by Mark Smylie As Artesia seeks to join the northern army led by the High King's marshal, they are confronted with the myriad dangers and distractions of life on campaign. They encounter the Thessid enemy and learn of the Empire's terrifying allies. Includes all six issues of the Artesia Afield mini-series and the prologue of the first Artesia Annual, collected for the first time. MATURE READERS SC, 192pg, FC $24.95 ARTESIA AFIRE #2 by Mark Smylie To celebrate a battle won, Artesia and her captains host the lords of the Middle Kingdoms in a night filled with wine, loot, and lust. But in the middle of the celebration returns the Grand Duke and his wife, a seer whose visions portend a darker turn in their future. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $3.95 ARCHANGEL STUDIOS ASSASSIN #1 by Bradley Kayl, Jet Henderson, Aaron Horvath, & Christian Gossett 100 years into the future democracy has been slain by greed. The U.S. is no more. In its place stands an empire more powerful than any other. Defending it is an army of heartless, relentless, unstoppable assassins. This is the story of the deadliest of them all: Samuel. And the night he murdered a messiah. MATURE READERS GOSSETT CVR.––FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.99 HENDERSON CVR.––FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.99 THE RED STAR VOLUME 2 #3 by Christian Gossett, Bradley Kayl, Snakebite, & Paul Schrier The return of Marcus Antares! For ten years he has wandered alone in the spirit realm, a Knight trapped in hell, fighting to keep his soul. Meanwhile, fighting for their lives against Skymarshall Volkov, the crew of the Konstantinov will have only one chance to save themselves and their world. FC, 32pg $2.99 STAR OF THE MONTH THE RED STAR VOL. 2: NOKGORKA LIMITED EDITION HC by Christian Gossett, Bradley Kayl, Christian Gossett, & Snakebite This numbered edition features an all-white cover with a foil Red Star and is limited to only 1800 copies. Nokgorka is a republic fighting to win its independence from the United Republics of the Red Star. This leather bound hardcover contains a never-before- published art page signed by the entire creative team. (STAR17506) HC, 9x12, 176pg, FC $49.95 ******************** ARCHIE COMICS ARCHIE #538 by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg "A Con to Remember": Get set for star-studded comics cameos when Archie and his pals attend the San Diego ComicCon! While Mr. Lodge searches for hot properties, Archie gets autographs, Chuck gets his portfolio reviewed, and Betty and Nancy enter the costume contest. FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE #539 by Craig Boldman & Stan Goldberg "It's All Downhill": Archie demonstrates what happens when an immovable object of art meets an accident-prone force... and Mr. Lodge's backyard sculpture garden will never be the same! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE & FRIENDS #73 by Mike Pellowski & Rex Lindsey "At Your Service": Archie is inspired by the spirit of volunteerism, but his klutziness makes the worst of his good intentions –– until he's forced into a situation that requires him to be a hero and makes his path ever clearer! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE'S MYSTERIES #30 by Paul Castiglia & Barbara Jarvie, & Fernando Ruiz "No Day at the Beach": A trip to the beach becomes an experience in terror –– or at least an intriguing mystery for the TSI team as they try to uncover the secret behind sightings of an alleged sea creature! FC, 32pg $2.19 ARCHIE DIGEST #200 by Various Special 200th Issue Anniversary Edition! "The New Concept": "Tune in" as Archie attempts to shoot a "video yearbook" for Riverdale High. Will Archie create a new form of "reality TV," or will his broadcast be met with a "bad reception?!" Digest, FC $2.39 BETTY #128 by Kathleen Webb & Stan Goldberg "Cultivating Affection": Archie is disappointed when Betty turns down a boating expedition to tend to her garden... until he comes up with a way for them to be together after all! See love "grow" in this sweet story! FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA #191 by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Schultz "Ditched": Veronica wants to hit the beach, but ends up hitting the road when Archie's car gets stuck in a ditch. Luckily Betty comes along and picks up the debutante in distress, but what will become of klutzy Archie? FC, 32pg $2.19 BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #140 by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette teen dream queens Betty and Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! FC, 32pg $2.39 BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #117 by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty and Veronica? A double-digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 BETTY & VERONICA SUMMER FUN VOLUME 1 TP by Various Now you can cherish the innocence of summer days gone by with this paperback collecting the Silver Age stories from the Betty & Veronica Summer Fun editions! Whether chasing after hunky new lifeguards, modeling the latest swimwear or putting up with Archie and Reggie's goofy rivalry for their affections, Betty and Veronica are truly the queens of Riverdale Beach. SC, 96pg, FC $10.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BETTY & VERONICA SUMMER FUN SPECIALS by Various Blondes, brunettes, beach balls, and bikinis! Riverdale's beauties romp their way through summer break in these 48-page specials chock-full of beach stories and (of course) pin- ups. #3––FC, 48pg $2.00 #4––FC, 48pg $2.00 #5––FC, 48pg $2.25 #6––FC, 48pg $2.29 *********************** JUGHEAD #153 by Craig Boldman & Rex Lindsey "The Trula Trap!": Jughead is bound and gagging when an unfortunate encounter with finger cuffs leaves him stuck to Trula Twyst! Will this commingled condition confound Jughead all summer?! Also, "Pop! Goes Jughead." FC, 32pg $2.19 JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #185 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 #96 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 $2.39 LAUGH DIGEST #186 by Various The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $2.39 PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #77 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 #48 by Bill Golliher & Holly Golightly "Salem's Reward": When Salem saves her daughter, Lilith, head witch Enchantra must swallow her pride and grant Salem his wish to be human again... but will it only be a passing spell? FC, 32pg $2.19 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #126 by Various "Tossed in Space": Sonic finds himself on a strange planet. While seeking a way home is his priority, his heroic instincts take over as he helps defend an alien race from their aggressors. "Better Read than Dead": Sonic and The Editor face the evil of... Deadline! Can they get the issue done on time before Sonic is erased from existence? FC, 32pg $2.19 SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: BEGINNINGS TP By Michael Gallagher, Scott Shaw & Dave Manak Now you can enjoy his earliest comic book adventures with this special edition that reprints Sonic #0-#3. Collects the first appearance of Tails, Princess Sally, Antoine, Rotor, Uncle Chuck, and Muttski. SC, 96pg, FC $10.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SONIC'S FRIENDLY NEMESIS KNUCKLES #1-3 Relive the early adventures of Sonic's friendly nemesis, Knuckles! When it comes to action, Knuckles wrote the book! Enjoy some of Knuckles earliest, most exciting adventures in this thrilling three-issue mini-series! FC, 32pg $1.50Ea. ********************* STAR OF THE MONTH SONIC THE HEDGEHOG FIRSTS TP by Various Reprints classic stories from Sonic #¼ Ashcan, #0, #3, #4 and #13! Prestige Format. (STAR06846) FC, 48pg $4.95 ******************** VERONICA #142 by Dan Parent "Ron Across America!": Veronica gets the urge to purge and starts offering her possessions in Internet auctions. She makes a bundle, until she spends all her newfound cash traveling across the country to visit all the folks who bought her goods! FC, 32pg $2.19 VERONICA #143 by Dan Parent "I'm Going to Super-Duper Land": The gang are the first to check out all the rides at Mr. Lodge's new amusement park –– and they may be the last, as the park is sabotaged! Who's the "thrilljoy" behind it all? FC, 32pg $2.19 ARIEL PRESS RAVEN #2 by Vince Danks, Roger Gibson, & Ian Forster The latest issue of the magazine of new British graphic fiction… and real-life mystery! This monthly black-and-white anthology features all new comic strips in the thriller/mystery genre. b&w $1.95 ASPEN ENTERTAINMENT MICHAEL TURNER PRESENTS ASPEN #2 by Geoff Johns; Michael Turner, & Peter Steigerwald Aspen Matthews has visions of her clouded past but before she can discover the truth, she must survive her encounter with the deadly warrior Kiani! The Black hold the world in fear by removing the water from the Great Lakes! Includes a special sneak peek at the upcoming Fathom mini-series, an exclusive interview with Jeph Loeb, company news, a new pull out mini-poster FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.99 MICHAEL TURNER PRESENTS ASPEN #3 by Geoff Johns; Michael Turner, & Peter Steigerwald Aspen is the only being capable of standing up against the Black. What sacrifice will she have to make in order to stop these godlike foes and will Kiani be able to pick up the pieces in the aftermath? Events from this lead directly into this fall's Fathom: Dawn of War. Includes an exclusive interview Talent Caldwell, product previews, company news, a new pull out mini-poster and tons more! FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.99 ASPEN POSTER by Michael Turner & Peter Steigerwald An amazing work of art featuring characters old and new from Fathom, Dragonfly: Soulfire and Ekos! Includes several never before seen characters, both friend and foe. All posters come rolled and tubed, ready for display or hanging. Poster $5.99 AVATAR PRESS FRANK MILLER'S ROBOCOP #1 by Frank Miller & Juan Jose Ryp At long last, Frank Miller's never-before-seen full Robocop epic finally sees light of day! Robocop was one of the truly great bits of movie and pop culture magic from the 80s, and the cult of Robocop continues to grow strong to this day. In full-on action, the Robocop is told as Frank Miller always intended, composed straight from the master's original writings and scripts! The vast majority of Miller's insane ideas, vicious black humor, and robotic mayhem never made it to the screen, but every last bit is finally unleashed in this series. With sequential adaptation from Steven Grant and art by superstar Juan Jose Ryp, the series features covers by Frank Miller, who is also personally signing the creation of the entire project. The "Robosteel" edition features an all-new steel foil wraparound cover with new art by series artist Juan Jose Ryp, limited to 3,000 copies. MATURE READERS MILLER CVR.––FC, 32pg (1 of 9) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.––FC,32pg (1 of 9) $3.50 ROBOSTEEL CVR.––FC, 32pg (1 of 9) $14.95 WARREN ELLIS' STRANGE KILLINGS: STRONG MEDICINE #2 by Warren Ellis & Mike Wolfer With no good leads from traditional detective means, Gravel has to use his magic to piece together who is pulling the strings behind this all before London turns into a war zone. And if Gravel can't stop him, many more children will die to create a black magician with very strong medicine. MATURE READERS REG. CVR—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.—b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.95 DEMONSLAYER: LORDS OF NIGHT PREVIEW MONSTER EDITION by Marat Mychaels; cover by Rafa Lopez Marat Mychaels brings back the magic with this thrilling new series that pits the Demonslayer against the vampire hordes of Dracula himself! This special preview book takes a look at the development of this new story. Limited to just 1,000. MATURE READERS b&w, 16pg $5.95 HELLINA: SEDUCTION #1 by Doug Miers, & Javier Aranda; cover by Juan Jose Ryp Hellina's alter-ego Sandra Lords has her life falling apart as Hellina keeps taking over her body and supernatural foes won't leave her alone. Hellina is presented with a unique opportunity to bring down one of heaven's mightiest warriors, all she has to do is seduce him! NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Adult Cover Edition. The Adult Cover Edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.––b&w, 32pg $3.50 WRAPAROUND CVR.––b&w, 32pg $3.95 CABRERA CVR.––b&w, 32pg $3.50 ADULT CVR.––b&w, 32pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 JUNGLE FANTASY PREVIEW SHAW SKETCH EDITION Sean Shaw has blown away fans with his luscious pages in Jungle Fantasy and now has done a limited number of these awesome original sketched covers! Limited to just 200 copies, each with an original drawing on the front cover, packaged in a bag and board with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $24.95 JUNGLE FANTASY #3 JAM NUDE COVER EDITION by Claudio Aboy, Ron Adrian, & Sean Shaw Al Rio and Sean Shaw teamed up to produce this exclusive new nude cover featuring a hot Jungle Fantasy babe in serious dino-trouble! Limited to just 1,000. (CAUT: 3 ) NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Edition. Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $6.00 SHI: SEMPO #1 by Billy Tucci & Rafa Lopez Shi is back with an all-new series that takes place during WWII! Shi must escort Japanese General Sempo Sugihara while he provides an escape for thousands of Jewish refugees. But she is going to have to protect him from rogue Japanese samurai, Russian soldiers and Nazi spies who all want him dead! Featuring art by sensational newcomer Rafa Lopez and an all star lineup of covers including Shi creator Billy Tucci, David Finch (Ultimate X-Men), Al Rio (Coven), and Juan Jose Ryp (Robocop). REG. CVR—b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $3.50 RIO CVR.—b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $3.50 RYP CVR.—b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $3.50 TUCCI CVR.––b&w, 32pg (1 of 2) $3.50 THRESHOLD #51 by Jeremy Rock, Gabriel Reorte, & Juan Jose Ryp Threshold continues with the second chapter of "Lookers" by writer Doug Miers and new artist Jeremy Rock as the sisters find themselves in some zombie trouble! Gabriel Rearte serves up his final chapter of the western Pandora epic in this issue. Juan Jose Ryp offers a few more delicious tales of Monique and Denisse, his wordless sensual sequential stories. NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Editions. The Nude Cover Editions are not available in Canada or Hong Kong. NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Editions. Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS PANDORA CVR—b&w, 48pg $4.95 PANDORA NUDE CVR.—b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 LOOKERS CVR.—b&w, 48pg $4.95 LOOKERS NUDE CVR.––b&w, 48pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 777: THE WRATH BOX SET by David Quinn & Tim Vigil Features the first printings of 777: The Wrath #1, #1 Nude, #1 Wraparound, #1 Commemorative, #1 Agony Edition, #2, #2 Nude, #3, #3 Nude. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Editions. Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS Set $49.95 STARS OF THE MONTH WARREN ELLIS GN'S by Warren Ellis & Various Get a dose of Ellis therapy with these riveting graphic novels from Avatar Press! ATMOSPHERICS (STAR16086)––SC, 7x10, b&w $5.95 BAD WORLD (STAR16317)––SC, 7x10, b&w $10.95 DARK BLUE (STAR13064)––SC, 7x10, b&w $8.95 ******************** CUDA #0 GOLD FOIL EDITION by Tim Vigil This limited gold foil edition is limited to 850. Contains 80 pages of Tim Vigil and the vicious masked barbarian known as Cuda! Ten years in the making, this is the full never- before-told story of Cuda's origin. Between myth and memory, metal meets magic. b&w, 32pg $7.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CUDA PORTFOLIO by Tim Vigil Features a full-color envelope with a stunning new piece by Vigil. Inside are five full- color art prints lusciously printed on durable cardstock! Printed at super-high resolution, these prints vividly bring the power of Tim Vigil's work to life! Limited to 1,000. MATURE AUDIENCES Portfolio, FC MSRP: $24.95 O/A LUSCIOUS: COLLECTED ART OF AL RIO HC This art book covers Al Rio's entire illustrious career, from his early years drawing for the Brazilian Playboy magazine to his work on Avengelyne and more! Collects material from Exposed: The Erotic Art of Al Rio, as well as tons of new and unseen material! Deluxe leather-bound hardcover edition, limited to 500 copies. MATURE READERS HC, 96pg, b&w $29.95 BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT CAVEWOMAN: JUNGLE TALES #2 SPECIAL EDITION by Budd Root Cavewoman: Jungle Tales is back after an absence spanning years! A super sexy cover to a fantastic issue where Meriem is trapped in the lair of a pack of raptors! Lots of mayhem ensures! Limited to 750 copies, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and bagged and boarded for protection. NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Edition. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.––b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95 NUDE CVR.––b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95 MIKE HOFFMAN'S LOST WORLDS OF FANTASY & SCI-FI #3 SPECIAL EDITION by Mike Hoffman This special edition cover features a brand new painting from Mike Hoffman! Limited to 350 copies, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95 AXE OF THE MINOTAUR #1 SPECIAL EDITION by Mike Hoffman The deadliest warrior of a time-lost world stands accursed by a defeated Sorceress –– now he's doomed to haunt a labyrinth of bloody battlefields for all eternity! Limited to 450 copies, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95 SQUID GIRL ART GALLERY SPECIAL EDITION by Mike Hoffman Squid Girl surfaces yet again in this special edition art gallery book! Each and every full- page art masterpiece teems with all the loving and lustful detail due her! Limited to 450 copies, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. Squarebound. SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w MSRP: $8.95 LATEX ALICE BIKINI BASH ART GALLERY #1 by Shelby Robertson Latex Alice in her first swimsuit pin-up gallery book! Creator Shelby Robertson provides page after page of incredible art for this special issue! In addition, this issue features pin- ups by other well known artists and the first appearances of other Alice characters! b&w, 32pg $3.25 HEAVY METAL LIVE VOLUME 1: PHOTO OF JULIE STRAIN SC Amryl Entertainment, under license from Heavy Metal, presents a brand-new series of photo pin-up books featuring the photography of Julie Strain. Each full-color squarebound book is full of sensual women in a variety of exotic poses and settings, with different themes presented in each issue, all under the artistic direction of internationally known model and actress Julie Strain! Features a good dose of Julie Strain images as well, many never seen anywhere before! NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Edition. MATURE READERS REG.––FC, 32pg $8.95 NUDE––FC, 32pg $8.95 MERMAID VOLUME 1: FANTASY PHOTO OF JASON GOLD SC Stories of mermaids have been told for centuries as the mysterious, beautiful, and erotic creatures were brought to life in story and legend. Now photographer Jason Gold has brought these beautiful creatures to life. This high quality, full color, oversized squarebound photo art book of works that seamlessly blur the line between fantasy and reality. NOTE: See Previews Adult for the Nude Cover Edition. MATURE READERS REG.––SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $19.95 NUDE––SC, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $19.95 ANUNNAKI #1 by Julie Ann Sczesny Theresa Collins lived her life happily as a school teacher, until she rescues a little girl from the side of the freeway. Suddenly she is thrust into a clandestine world of cult conspiracies. Her fate rests with the Anunnaki named Lilith, who becomes her judge and jury, weighing her soul. Can she survive? What about the rumblings of something ancient, something evil, not dead yet dreaming, waiting to take earth back as their own? FC, 32pg $3.25 BECKETT ENTERTAINMENT TERMINATOR 3: BEFORE THE RISE #2 by Jeff Amano, Ivan Brandon, Goran Parlov, Salgood Sam, & Paul Mounts A T3 movie tie-in! Part 2 of a two-part story arc that leads into the summer movie! While Jonah's wife, Alexa, struggles for life in a coma after last issue's Terminator attack, Jonah finds himself trying to repair the killing machine instead of destroying it! You'd think getting a computer to change its mind would just be a matter of reprogramming it... and you'd be wrong! The humans are forced to wrestle with the soul of a machine, and the stakes are bigger than just the future — they're fighting for the past, too! Covers by Jeff Amano and Essad Ribic. Squarebound format. MATURE READERS AMANO CVR.—SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $5.95 RIBIC CVR.—SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $5.95 BEYOND COMICS WRITER'S BLOCK 2003 #1 by Mark Waid, Roger Stern, Jo Duffy, & David Neal Miller Three writers are given the same six-page chapter to script without knowing anything about the plot or being allowed to speak to each other. The authors let their muses take them on a literary trip. Think of it as a comic book game show… where everybody wins. b&w, 24pg $3.50 BLACK LIBRARY WARHAMMER MONTHLY #70 This month sees the start of a cool "Eye of Terror" strip. Readers will get to vote for the ending of this awesome story after part two. More Deathwatch action in Tyranid Directive! Titan IV continues and bounty hunter Hellbrandt Grimm comes to the end of the line! b&w, 40pg $3.50 WARHAMMER 40K: BATTLE FOR ARMAGEDDON TP This lavish background book is the definitive guide to the Imperium's heroic wars against the Orks on Armageddon's fiery shores. Jam-packed with facts, figures, maps, strategies and info on the wars for one of the Imperium's most contested planets, this invaluable tome is not to be missed! SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $29.99 INFERNO #37 The bi-monthly fiction magazine of dark fantasy and grim adventure set in the worlds of Warhammer! Dan Abnett's storming tale of pirates and gold continues! James Wallis's tale of action and adventure in the grim Old World. Blast into the fray with Andy Hoare's "Eye of Terror" story. Plus, more future-war action from Mitchel Scanlon and much more! b&w, 68pg $6.99 ETERNAL DAMNATION In the nightmarish 41st millennium, the galaxy spanning Imperium of man is besieged by a multitude of savage alien races. But the biggest threat comes from within by the ruinous forces of Chaos. Mankind's only hope of survival is to battle until the last daemon, heretic and alien is destroyed. SC, 96pg, b&w $10.99 BLUE LINE PRO COMICS HOW TO BREAK-IN TO THE COMIC BOOK BUSINESS #3 Learn useful knowledge on how to conduct yourself with an editor, prepare your portfolio, and handle that first assignment. There is more to the comics business then writing, drawing, and coloring. Learn the dos (and many don'ts) of becoming a professional comic book creator. b&w, 32pg $5.95 BONGO COMICS HEROES ANONYMOUS #1 by Morrison, Gimple & Jothikumar Action! Comedy! Anxiety! Capes! Welcome to the world of Heroes Anonymous — a new bi-monthly black-and-white mini-series from Bongo that explores the inner psyche of super-types gathered together to work out their problems, support one another, and save the world. Our series begins with the tale of Attaboy; a former kid sidekick and current twenty-something convenience store employee, obsessed with a bad '80s sitcom and perhaps, his past superheroic failures. What could possibly bring him out of his slacker- funk? A girl, a breakfast cereal, and a villain known only as the Arbiter! From Bill Morrison and Scott M. Gimple, the minds that brought you Roswell: Little Green Man and ABC Saturday Morning's Fillmore! — make your appointment today! b&w, 32pg (1 of 6) $2.99 FUTURAMA COMICS #14 by Verrone & King Bongo Comics proudly presents the first comic in history that can be read seven different ways. Six characters unleash a handful of Professor Farnsworth's better to be forgotten inventions on the third planet from the Sun for a sequential tour de force that you'll never forget. FC, 32pg $2.50 SIMPSONS COMICS #84 by Boothby & Morrison Superintendent Chalmers fired? Principal Skinner promoted? Has the world gone crazy? Well, we are pretty sure the Springfield School Board knows what they are doing. It's not like they would hire just anyone off the street to run Springfield Elementary, would they? FC, 32pg $2.50 BON-VUE ENTERTAINMENT BIZARRE COMIX #6 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC $14.95 THE BONDERS #3 by Lee SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC $9.95 BROADSWORD COMICS TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #21 by Jim Balent From the Realm Beyond the Mist, the Warpigs mass, ready to invade the Modern World of Man. Azure, the Dark Elf, stands at the head of the army, poised to give the attack command! Tarot, Raven Hex, and their Mother, chained and helpless, can do nothing but watch in horror! Also available in a Deluxe Litho Edition, featuring Tarot #21 bagged- and-boarded with a 6 ½" x 10" black-and-white lithograph of Tarot bound to her Sword, entitled "War Bonds." Signed by Balent and limited to 500 copies. MATURE READERS REG.—FC, 32pg $2.95 DLX.—FC, 32pg $19.99 TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE T-SHIRT by Jim Balent Here's some summer "Magick" for your wardrobe! BroadSword's new Tarot image is reproduced in full-color, printed on black 100% cotton tank-tops for women, and regular fitting black T-shirts for guys and gals! TANK $19.99 T-SHIRT—L-XL $17.95 T-SHIRT—XXL $20.95 BROKEN HALOS BROKEN HALO MODEL SEARCH SUBMISSION SPECIAL by Dave Nestler, Tim Vigil, Darrell Donald, & Various The beautiful vixens from Broken Halo come to life in this photo book featuring dozens of live photographic pictorials of the sexy angel Andora and the street savvy Avril. Your vote decides the winner in this international photo contest and awards them $2,000 and a contract for a full photoshoot. NOTE: Adult Variant Cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.—FC, 44pg $5.95 ADULT CVR.—FC, 44pg (CAUT: 3) $6.95 BUD PLANT OFFERED AGAIN O/A GLAMOUR BOOK: LEONE FROLLO SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 100pg, FC SRP: $24.95 O/A GLAMOUR BIZARRE LIFE #3 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 96pg, PC SRP: $16.99 GLAMOUR BIZARRE LIFE VOLUME 4 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. NOTE: These come from Italy and occasionally copies have small scrapes or a corner bump. Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x12, 84pg, PC SRP: $16.99 O/A GUSTAVE DORE: ADRIFT ON DREAMS OF SPLENDOR by Dan Malan Previously $39.95! The first comprehensive bibliography of one of the 19th century's most popular artists. The author is a noted expert on Classics Illustrated comics. He considers Dore's story-telling work a precursor of this famous comic book series. Dore's pictures, created for steel-engraved books, were incredibly popular from 1860-1900, and many are still in print today, such as Paradise Lost, Dante's Inferno, Rime of the Ancient Mariner, The Raven, and Idylls of the King. This illustrated bibliography finally makes clear the publishing history of all of Dore's works, from first French and British editions, to the myriad reprints over the years from around the world. 500 black-and-white reproductions. MCE, 1995. HC, 8x11, 352pg, b&w SRP: $9.99 ******************* JACK KATZ SKETCHES: VOLUME 1 SC This collection of studies and sketches highlights the kinetic line work of Katz, perhaps best known for his 24 issue opus "The First Kingdom", considered the first graphic novel. He also worked for Fawcett in the 1940s, Atlas and Marvel in the '50s and '60s. He's a master of anatomy, and draws from memory, not reference. This contains full-page drawings of characters alone or in groups, with several nudes. Spiral bound. Exclusively available from Bud Plant and Previews. Brian Miller, 2002. Comes signed and limited. MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 42pg, b&w SRP: $14.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A NATIONAL CARTOONISTS SOCIETY ALBUM 1980 Previously $12.95! Warehouse find from 1980! A catalog of artist members of The National Cartoonist Society--includes hundreds of artists. What makes this special is each artist has written their own autobiography –– actually hand-lettered –– and included a choice sample of their work. Who's who in 1980: Neal Adams, Gil Kane, John Romita, Wolverton, Trudeau, Messick, etc. Much of the art was done especially for this! SC, 8x11, 174pg, b&w SRP: $9.99 O/A ZORRO UNMASKED by Sandra Curtis Previously $14.95! From the Douglas Fairbanks/Mary Pickford film that launched United Artists, to the successful film sequels, the wildly popular 1950s Disney television show, the animated cartoons, the memorabilia, the comic books, pulps, and the stage production, this has the full story of the original masked avenger. Includes background on the making of Spielberg's The Mask of Zorro. Features 75 photos and illustrations. Hyperion, 1998. SC, 6x9, 282pg, b&w SRP: $6.99 ******************* CARTOON BOOKS STARS OF THE MONTH ROSE HC by Jeff Smith & Charles Vess In the old days, when Bone's Gran'ma Ben was a teenager, a terrifying dragon laid siege to the small towns of the Northern Valley. Rose seeks the advice of her advisor, who tells the young princess how to destroy the dragon… but at a terrible cost. HC (STAR15259)––FC, 7x10, 160pg $29.95 SC (STAR15412)––FC, 7x10, 160pg $19.95 ***************** CASTLE RAIN ENTERTAINMENT JACK THE LANTERN BOOK # 3 by Tim Vigil & Michael Angelos After learning certain revelations concerning the history of the treatment, Jack awakes to find himself face to face with Argotakar in his dreamscape. Jack decide to either except his gift or face the consequences. Elsewhere, Jadugar is presented with gift from the mysterious London Dirk. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $3.00 CG ENTERTAINMENT FORGE #16 Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Sword & Sorcery, Magic, and Samurai Action… all in one portable book! Thanks to the $1.00 issue, tons o' folks will want to join Arwyn's journey… and here's another chance! In addition to chapter 23 of SOJOURN, this bad boy also includes BRATH (chapter 2), CHIMERA (chapter 2), CRUX (chapter 26), MERIDIAN (chapter 35), NEGATION (chapter 17), THE PATH (chapter 14), and ROUTE 666 (chapter 11)! 192 pgs, full color, Traveler-sized, on sale July 16 $7.95 VECTOR #16 Kung-Fu, Sword & Sorcery, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Magic, Mystery, and Action/Adventure…all in one portable book! With the movie on the way, Boon and Po Po take the spotlight as we present chapter 13 of WAY OF THE RAT, as well as CHIMERA (chapter 2), THE FIRST (chapter 30), MYSTIC (chapter 36), RUSE (chapter 20), SCION (chapter 36), SIGIL (chapter 36), and SOLUS (chapter 3)! 192 pgs, full color, Traveler-sized, on sale July 30 $7.95 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE TRADE PAPERBACK VOL. 1: THE SHARD OF DARKNESS Val Staples (w), Emiliano Santalucia (p), Marco Failla (i) '80s Mania comes to CrossGen as the hit cartoon is reborn for a new era! When an ancient crystal resurfaces on the world of Eternia, the heroic Masters of the Universe are beset by strange events! Now the mighty He-Man must set forth on a dangerous quest to end the gem's evil once and for all—but the sinister Skeletor and his merciless minions have other ideas! It's science meets sorcery starring the characters we all love—energized for a new age! 116 pgs, full color, trade paperback, on sale July 9 $12.95 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE — ICONS OF EVIL: MER-MAN #1 Robert Kirkman (w), E.J. Su (p & i), Cover By E.J. Su & Val Staples Introducing the ICONS OF EVIL series, revealing key chapters in the lives of He-Man's most fearsome foes! How did a once great ruler of all the oceans become the lowly servant that we know today? Dive into Mer-Man's tragic past and experience his fall from grace as the creators of Tech Jacket spin an epic standalone story! 48 pgs, full color, on sale July 16 $4.95 THE CROSSOVERS #7 Robert Rodi (w), Joe Staton (p), Ernie Colon (i), Mark McNabb (c) New Story Arc! New Artist! Same Cross-Genre Goodness! In chapter 1 of the 3-part "Cross Your Hearts," the Greek goddess of discord pays a visit to Crosstown—and no one's love life is safe… not even Cubby's! Plus: a permanent addition to the Crossover household! Can a modern family survive the rigors of 4 genres—and only 1 bathroom? Find out as a new adventure begins! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 23 $2.95 BRIAN PULIDO'S LADY DEATH: A MEDIEVAL TALE #6 Brian Pulido (w), Ivan Reis (p), Marc Campos (i), Chris Blythe (c) The senses-shattering conclusion to the first story arc! Locked on a collision course: the lethal Lady Death, the blood-thirsty Brotherhood of the Sword, and the evil Eldritch lord Throm Gara! Three forces will charge into the village of Novgord… but who will emerge alive? "A great read if you're looking for something new…give this book a shot." – Zentertainment.com 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 16 $2.95 R.A. SALVATORE'S DEMONWARS: EYE FOR AN EYE #3 (OF 5) R.A. Salvatore & Scott Ciencin (w), Greg Tocchini (p), John Holdridge (i), Tad Ehrlich (c) The new DemonWar story continues! Andacanavar falls under the seductive sway of harem girl, Sagara, leaving the barbarian ranger vulnerable to the dark magics of a demon djinn! Now only Grave Mungo is in a position to save him—but the bloody redcap dwarf has an ax of his own to grind! Can't get enough of R.A. Salvatore's worlds of swords and sorcery? This DEMONWARS tale reveals a previously untold adventure! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 2 $2.95 BRATH #6 Chuck Dixon (w), Alcatena (p & i), Rob Schwager (c) World-renowned artist Alcatena brings his epic vision to BRATH! While gladiators die in the sands of the arena, the depraved Imperial family squabbles and schemes. What fate will they choose for the warchief Brath and his endangered clan? The action continues as one man defies an evil empire! "This book is breathing new life into a genre long ignored by a medium it once dominated." –Broken Frontier.com 32 pgs,full color,on sale July 30 $2.95 CRUX #28 Chuck Dixon (w), Sergio Cariello (p), Roland Paris (i), Laura Villari (c) The next chapter in the CRUX epic begins here! Atlantis is under attack by the largest Negation force ever, and the famous city's only chance is a risky experiment that will change the world…forever! Jump on board as the arrival of Sergio Cariello (Azrael) kicks this apocalyptic Sci-Fi adventure into overdrive! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 23 $2.95 THE FIRST #33 Barbara Kesel (w), Andy Smith (p), Rob Hunter (i), Sumi Pak (c) Will the shocking secret of The First be exposed? Returning to immortal intrigue of Elysia, the tortured Gannish is driven to share his world-shattering discovery with the one man who can act on the knowledge: the leader of House Dexter, Pyrem! But when truth is a heavy burden, even a god can fall! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 2 $2.95 MERIDIAN #38 Barbara Kesel (w), Luke Ross (p), Tom Simmons (i), Morry Hollowell (c) A young princess struggles to become a global savior—but who will tell her tale? The unity voyage of the sunship continues—and the task of chronicling the troubled teen's amazing deeds falls to the unlikeliest person of all! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 30 $2.95 MYSTIC #38 Tony Bedard (w), Arron Lopresti (p), Matt Ryan (i), Wil Quintana (c) Giselle's greatest victory—with the most unlikely ally—begins here! Panic rules the streets as Geomancer Guild's Master Archemus prepares to reshape the entire world of Ciress! Meanwhile, Giselle is locked in a dungeon—without of her magical powers! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 9 $2.95 THE PATH #17 Ron Marz (w), Matthew Smith (p), Mark Pennington (i), Michael Atiyeh (c) A duo in danger! They say that the enemy of your enemy is your friend… and now the former monk Obo-san and the deadly beauty Aiko must test the adage—with their lives! When our intrepid tag-team ventures deep into the heart of treacherous territory, what will the Nogawa clan take: Obo-san's offer… or his head?! "What we have here is a heroic epic worthy of Frank Miller in his heyday." –Comics International 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 30 $2.95 NEGATION #20 Tony Bedard (w), Paul Pelletier (p), Dave Meikis (i), James Rochelle (c) Will the fugitives break into jail?! Obregon Kaine and his motely crew discovers another prison planet filled with captives from throughout the CrossGen Universe! But the question is: will they infiltrate this world to use its Negation technology to go home…or is the risk too great to dare? 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 16 $2.95 MARK OF CHARON #5 (OF 5) Tony Bedard (w), Joe Bennett (p), Jonathan Glapion (i), Dave McCaig (c) The revelations continue as the universe-shaking miniseries reaches it's chaotic conclusion! Javi and his Negation Sigil-Bearers take on Charon himself in a cosmic battle pitting man against god! Don't miss the finale that will rock the entire CrossGen line! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 30 $2.95 RUSE #22 Scott Beatty (w), Butch Guice (p), Mike Perkins (i), Laura Martin (c) Is Simon's home haunted? Simon Archard's headquarters has been rebuilt, but someone—or something—is visiting the cathedral's sleeping residents…with thoughts of revenge! "The new writer of RUSE (Scott Beatty) has carried on the fine blend of storytelling and witty characterization that made this comic so unique." –Comics International 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 30 $2.95 RUSE TRADE PAPERBACK VOL. 3: CRIMINAL INTENT Scott Beatty (w), Butch Guice (p), Mike Perkins (i), Laura DePuy (c) A new collection of Victorian mystery with a supernatural twist! Leaving their home base of Partington, master sleuth Simon Archard and his intrepid partner Emma Bishop traverse the globe in an attempt to capture the elusive Baroness Miranda Cross! It's burning zeplins, rampaging gargoyles, and marauding monkeys… oh my! 160 pgs, full color, trade paperback, on sale July 16 $15.95 STARS OF THE MONTH RUSE V. 1: ENTER THE DETECTIVE STAR15987 E …$15.95 RUSE V. 2: THE SILENT PARTNER STAR17898 E…$15.95 ****************** ROUTE 666 #14 Tony Bedard (w), Karl Moline (p), Drew Geraci (i), Nick Bell (c) A new Dark Spirit arrives to spin Cassie Starkweather's crusade in a frightening new direction! Our girl goes wild when Cassie journeys to swamps of the Deep South—and faces the ghosts that haunt the black-water bayous! "A compelling and terrifying ride from start to finish--The Sixth Sense can only wish it had been this creepy." - Cinescape.com 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 23 $2.95 SCION #38 Ron Marz (w), Jim Cheung (p), Don Hillsman II (i), Jason Keith (c) The hunt for King Dane begins! Prince Ethan and his siblings Kai and Ylena search for their missing father, but with all of Avalon to search, can they find him before it's too late? "SCION does a great job of blending fantasy with science fiction…fans of both (genres) will love this title, as will anyone who just enjoys a good story and beautiful art." –NeedCoffee.com 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 23 $2.95 SIGIL #38 Chuck Dixon (w), Dale Eaglesham (p), Andrew Hennessey (i), Andrew Crossley (c) The Negation strikes! The human race faces a new threat, and the only person who knows it's true nature is Sam! Every living thing in the Saurian Empire and the Planetary Union is targeted for extinction by the numberless army of the Negation…. but has Sam's time as their prisoner left him too crippled to stop their reign of conquest? "Chuck Dixon has re-energized this Sci-Fi saga with gripping stories and incredible action." – BrokenFrontier.com 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 16 $2.95 SOLUS #5 Barbara Kesel (w), Paul Ryan (p), Rick Magyar (i), Larry Molinar (c) Andra fights The First! With one of the seven weapons of Atwaal in her possession, Andra Radiant's hunt for the other six takes her to Elysia, home of The First! Waiting for her: a legion of angry gods who aren't eager to hand over their toys! Be there as some of CrossGen's most powerful characters collide! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 23 $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SOJOURN V. 1: FROM THE ASHES STAR15861…$19.95 SOJOURN V. 2: A DRAGON'S TALE STAR17377…$15.95 SOJOURN V. 3: A WARRIOR'S TALE MAR032090…$15.95 ************************ SOJOURN #25 Ian Edginton (w), Greg Land (p), Jay Leisten (i), Justin Ponsor (c) Join the new journey with a special stand-alone $1.00 issue! Captured by sinister soldiers serving the wicked warlord Mordath, Arwyn the archer must turn to her hated enemy, the troll warrior known as Bohr! Surrounded and outnumbered, they former foes will have to find a way to fight together... or die together! This is it: your chance to jump onboard one of the industry's best-reviewed titles as new writer Ian Edginton (Kingdom of the Wicked), Greg Land, and the rest of the acclaimed creative team kick off a brand new story arc! 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 30 $1.00 WAY OF THE RAT #15 Chuck Dixon (w), Jeff Johson (p), Tom Ryder (i), Chris Garcia (c) An assassin attacks! Spirits haunt Zhumar, but when the city's population attempts to flee, they face the many guns of Hyun Joon! Who is this killer, and why has he targeted Boon Sai Hong? "Between Boon's Jackie Chan-esque martial arts sequences, the diverse and entertaining supporting cast, and the hilarious nagging of Po Po, WAY OF THE RAT continues to prove itself one of the best action movies put on paper." –Aint It Cool News.com 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 9 $2.95 SILKEN GHOST #3 (OF 5) Chuck Dixon (w), Will Rosado (p), Chuck Gibson (i), Michael Atiyeh (c) The secrets of the Silken Ghost…revealed! As the masked warrior moves closer to her goal, her shrouded past is laid bare! What is the true nature of this mistress of the martial arts, and what is at stake should she and her comrades fail to defeat the Laughing Ghost? 32 pgs, full color, on sale July 16 $2.95 GRAPHIC NOVELS BACKLIST WAY OF THE RAT V. 1: THE WALLS OF ZHUMAR JAN032070 $15.95 ROUTE 666 V. 1: HIGHWAY TO HORROR FEB 031841 $15.95 NEGATION V. 1: BOHICA! STAR16819 $15.95 SCION V. 1: CONFLICT OF CONSCIENCE STAR13450 $19.95 *********************** CHECKER BOOK PUBLISHING CLIVE BARKER'S HELLRAISER COLLECTED BEST VOLUME 2 TP Comics greatest talent (Wachowski, Bolton, McDuffie, Dorman, Conrad, Nutman, Villagran, Can Fleet) unleashed in Barker's horrifying world of warring order and chaos. MATURE READERS SC, 200pg, FC $19.95 CLAMNUT COMIX MBLEH #1 by Bob Byrne The first comic made in Ireland! "Clam Land": Shrink rays, ant farms, and organ poachers. "Adictos": A bunch of glue addict street kids are hired to steal a robotic power suit. Also includes seven single page stories. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (1 of 5) $2.95 CLAYPOOL COMICS ELVIRA #123 The future Elvira and her sister face the sinister Skelloween and his plot to destroy Playcool Comics' shipment to Diamondopolis Dimensional Distribution, in "The Elvira of 2052, Part Two," by Frank Strom, Tod Smith, and Terry Austin. Also, Elvira encounters the shape-changing "Alter Boys!" b&w, 32pg $2.50 SOULSEARCHERS #61 Today's the day for Bridget and Baraka's wedding, and their most deadly, implacable enemies are not invited. The ceremony's bright and joyous, but with one shocking, climactic surprise, in "Bells and Whistles!" by Peter David, Gordon Purcell, and Bruce Patterson, with a cover by Conner and Leialoha. b&w, 32pg $2.50 COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND SPX 2003: TRAVEL GN cover by Jaime Hernandez This year's anthology is a focus on travel – a look at the exotic locales and everyday mishaps that make traveling an enlightening and transformative experience. Every year the SPX anthology assembles a broad variety of up and coming names in the comics world. SC, 7x9, 260pg, b&w $9.95 STAR OF THE MONTH MURDER BY CROWQUILL TP This collection features the most diverse assortment of cartoonists every to tackle whodunnits, bizarre paradoxes, hilarious pastiches, and compelling crime dramas. Top notch talent like Baton Lash, Alex Robinson, Tim Truman, and Joe R. Lansdale. (STAR09583) SC, 190pg, b&w $9.95 ******************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A NEIL GAIMAN'S GOD AND TULIPS by Neil Gaiman & Chester Brown; cover by Michael Kaluta Drawing parallels from seemly unrelated places, Gaiman finds a connection between the tulip bloom in 16th century Holland and the modern state of comics. Gaiman also offers his view on in-store signings and the art of comic writing. MATURE READERS b&w, 34pg $3.00 ******************* COMIC CAVALCADE HELLINA: SEDUCTION #1/2 by Juan Jose Ryp, Doug Miers, & Javier Aranda Hellina is back and the balance of heaven and hell will never be the same! Her unknowing alter-ego Sandra Lords has her college life falling apart as Hellina keeps taking over her body and supernatural foes just won't leave her alone. NOTE: Please see Previews Adult for the adult cover edition. The Adult Cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG. CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 WRAPAROUND CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 HERNANDEZ CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 ADULT CVR.––b&w, 16pg (CAUT: 3) $6.00 SHI: SEMPO #1/2 by Billy Tucci & Rafa Lopez This all-new series that takes place during WWII and leads directly into the new Shi epic series! Shi must escort a Japanese General while he provides an escape for thousands of Jewish refugees. But she is going to have to protect him from rogue samurai, Russian soldiers, and Nazi spies who all want him dead! ADRIAN CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 RYP CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 TUCCI CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 WRAPAROUND CVR.––b&w, 16pg $3.95 SHI: ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #4 TOMOE STRIKES EDITION by Billy Tucci The stunning beauty of Tomoe is captured on this special edition cover! 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. Also available as a ruby red edition, which ships bagged and boarded and is ultra-limited to just 150 copies. (CAUT: 4) REG. CVR.––b&w, 32pg $5.95 RUBY RED CVR.––b&w, 32pg $24.95 SNOWMAN #3 CHROMIUM EDITION by Trent Kaniuga & Matt Martin Special warehouse find! From the original first Snowman series, this special chromium cover edition of just 1,000 copies has a variant cover by Trent Kaniuga! All copies ship bagged and boarded. (CAUT: 4) b&w, 32pg $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A WITCHBLADE: DESTINY'S CHILD #3 PLATINUM EDITION cover by David Boller Limited to only 750 copies, all of which ship bagged and boarded. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg SRP: $14.95 **************** COMICS CONSPIRACY BEELZA BOB #1 by Miers, Black, & Volo Meet Beelza Bob, an unimposing demon, always ready to help with a spiritual mortgage. He and his family quietly terrorize suburbia, along with Lucy Phur, androgynous ruler of the underworld. This comic will warm your soul, perhaps forever. Variant cover by Shannon Wheeler. FC, 32pg $3.95 COMICSONE.COM STORM RIDERS COLLECTED ILLUSTRATIONS BOOK 3 HC by Wing Shing Ma Never before seen in the United States, this most recent collection of enlarged illustrations reveal Mr. Ma's great attention to artistic detail. He blends enhanced computer graphics with watercolors, paints, and pencils with brilliant results. Limited to 250. SC, 8x11, 136pg, FC $29.99 STARS OF THE MONTH BRIDE OF DEIMOS GN #3 by Etsuko Ikeda & Yuuho Ashibe During the New Year period Minako takes Hagoita to a play. Accidentally he discovers one of the actresses has a dormant ghost named Osichi living within her. Who is this strange apparition and the lost love she seeks? What will happen when she reveals herself? (STAR17869) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 CRAYON SHINCHAN GN #3 by Yoshito Usui The adventures of that mischievous five year old continue in Crayon Shinchan Book 3! What is Shinchan's favorite food you ask? Well, he samples a wide variety of snacks and foods. From the exotic Natou to gardening seeds, but by far his favorite snack is Oreo Cookies! (STAR17872) SC, 5x8, 120pg, b&w $9.95 CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON GN #2 by Wang Du Lu & Andy Seto The fuedal period of China heats up in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon #2. The Green Destiny sword has been stolen and a grand hunt begins to retrieve it! (STAR17616) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABRE GN #3 by Louis Cha & Wing Shing Ma From a boy to a man. This volume depicts WuJi's ascension into manhood. Poison seems to be the byword for this volume… (STAR17361) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 IRON WOK JAN GN #2 by Shinji Saijyo Jan takes his first step towards becoming the world's greatest cuisine master, by entering the first All Japan Cooking Tournament. Will these chefs show Jan what true flavor is? Or will he turn the tables on them and become culinary king of Japan? (STAR17571) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 THE LEGENDARY COUPLE GN #3 by Louis Cha & Tony Wong Kuo Yung lays to rest his friend and companion, the woman known only as "Grandma." Before she passes, she instructs a mysterious beauty to care after Kuo Yung and teach him Kung Fu. What is the background of this young woman and what is her connection to Kuo Yung? (STAR17989) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 MEGA DRAGON & TIGER GN #3 by Tony Wong New light is shed on the secret President Bates harbors regarding the downed alien space craft. And Tiger discovers what he thinks is his lost Grandfather lying in the forest. But it looks as though Morphing Ninja is up to his old tricks again. (STAR17683) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 ONEGAI TEACHER: PLEASE TEACHER GN #1 by Yosuke Kuroda & Shizuru Hayashiya Kei Kusanagi was your typical ordinary senior, until the new teacher. She seemed normal until Kusanagi saw her floating unaided. To his surprise she winds up also being his next door neighbor. Now can Kei balance the craziness? (STAR17836) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 RED PROWLING DEVIL #3 GN by Toshimitsu Shimizu This time Franz instructs Naomi to carry out a secret mission that takes her into hostile skies. Does she have what it takes to stay aloft or is this her final mission? Find out in Red Prowling Devil #3. (STAR17897) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95 SAINT LEGEND GN #1 by Andy Seto Alarmed that temple destruction is plunging the world into chaos, the eight most powerful immortals unite to eliminate the evil spirit. These eight select Chai Blue, an azure-haired immortal, to comedown to earth to help the people break free of evil's control. (STAR17375) SC, 120pg, FC $13.95 STORM RIDERS GN #7 by Wing Shing Ma Before Cloud can lay Kong-Chi to rest, Cloud runs into Conquer, who is distraught and furious over the loss of Kong-Chi. The long-awaited battle between master and pupil ensues… but is Cloud up to the challenge? (STAR17379) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 THE STORY OF TAO GN #1 by Ding King Lau and Andy Leto A dying king wishes that his young son be tutored – and protected – by representatives from the religious sects of Buddhism, Mysticism, Shingon, and Taoism. But can the priests teach the boy what they know before the dark powers claim him for their own? (STAR17644) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 WEAPON OF THE GODS #5 by Tony Wong Now both Snow and her new friend are being held captive by Earth Lord at his lair. Meanwhile, Zheng Bei learns that Uncle San is aware of his secret. This knowledge places Uncle San in grave jeopardy. Also, Tian and Blackheart Nan meet face-to-face. (STAR17911) SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95 ******************** CPM MANGA ALIEN NINE BOOK 2 GN by Hitoshi Tomizawa Aliens keep dropping from the skies and they're getting more ferocious with every wave! Where are they coming from, and why does the school depend on sixth grade girls to fight the vicious beasts? SC, b&w $15.95 RECORD OF LODOSS WAR: CHRONICLES OF THE HEROIC KNIGHT BOOK FIVE by Ryo Mizuno & Masato Natsumoto The destructive forces of Marmo are on one side and the noble forces of Valis are on the other. Can Spark and his friends rescue Neece before the forces of evil use her to resurrect the Goddess of Destruction? SC, b&w $15.95 Manga 18 UROTSUKIDOJI BOOK FIVE: GATE OF HELL by Toshio Maeda Jealous of Nagumo's life, another college student has sold his soul for power and a huge tool... to destroy Nagumo... and with him, The Chojin. From the creator of the "Erotic Grotesque" style of manga and anime: Toshio Maeda! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, b&w $16.95 CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT SHI: OWARI TOUR BOOK SKETCH EDITION by Billy Tucci Billy will personally draw, color, sign, and number a very limited special edition exclusive to Previews. Limited to only 299 copies, this edition features the very best artwork of past tour books and all-new illustrations of up-coming "Shi" projects. "Owari" is the last Shi tour book ever, and no two are alike. (CAUT: 4) SC, 96pg, b&w $19.99 SHI ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR SIGNED AND NUMBERED ARTIST PROOF LITHOGRAPH by Billy Tucci & Christina Strain This lithograph "Masks" depicts everyone's favorite Sohei warrior adorned in war helmet and face shield. This stunningly detailed artist proof lithograph is signed by artist and Shi creator Billy Tucci and served as the cover to Shi - The Illustrated Warrior #2. limited to 99. Produced on premium linen paper and signed/numbered. (CAUT: 4) Lithograph $39.99 DENIS KITCHEN PUBLISHING STAR OF THE MONTH THE GRASSHOPPER AND THE ANT HC by Harvey Kurtzman A Lost Kurtzman Classic! In 1960, comics genius Harvey Kurtzman reinterpreted Aesop's ancient fable, "The Grasshopper and The Ant," with a beatnik perspective. One of Kurtzman's best. Introduction by Denis Kitchen. Color dust jacket. (STAR13895) HC, 10x10, 80pg, FC $25.00 ************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A MR. NATURAL POSTCARD BOOK Robert Crumb's most famous and time-tested character, Mr. Natural, is back with an all- new set of 24 postcards. All cards are printed on a stiff card stock and includes guess appearances by Devil Girl and devotee Flakey Foont. Postcard book $11.95 ****************** DEUX GRAPHICA STUDIO ASTIKA TP by Pablo Muñoz & Mauro Mantella, & Walther Taborda This 180-plus-page trade paperback collects Astikos and Nastikos Saga, from the beginning to the conclusion where Rig Godavari risks his life. This stellar Sci-Fi and Anime crossbreed collects Astika #0 and #1-6, along with a gallery of all the covers. Containing material never-before-seen in the U.S.! (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 180pg, FC $15.00 DIGITAL WEBBING ARCHEON #3 by Ed Lavallee & Jon Hook, & Erfan Fajar Our heroes face new dangers in the city streets and gain valuable allies as they uncover clues to Darkmere's quest for the Scepter of Kings. Questions are answered when Sabrik & Darkmere venture to the Busty Wench Tavern for a few pints. There they encounter the mysterious sage, Aegir. b&w, 24pg (3 of 4) $2.95 S.K.U.M.M. #4 by Niveque Storm, Deon Nuckols, & Hi-Fi Design Jimmy enters the City-wide Finals Challenge for his chance to become a professional jouster on the LA Lasers team. With actual working equipment and Jauf and Jenna to help him, will Jimmy finally be able to show his true skill? Not if Biohazard and Manson Paine have anything to say about it. Regular Cover by Deon Nuckols, with a Variant Cover by Greg Horn. REGULAR COVER—FC, 24pg (4 of 4) $2.95 VARIANT COVER—FC, 24pg (4 of 4) $2.95 DORK STORM PRESS NODWICK #22 by Aaron Williams Thanks to the Orb of Omniscience, our heroes have located Rowen, a woman who plays a mysterious role in Yeagar's past. Unfortunately, she's up to her sword-hilt in trouble. A mysterious creature haunts the adventurer's guild, and it's taken a shine to one of its members. b&w $2.99 LETHARGIC LAD JUMBO-SIZED ANNUAL #2 by Greg Hyland Reprinting over a year's worth of comic strips! See Lethargic Lad fight villains like the Evil Smiley Face Guy, Ghoulita, Goddess of the Dancing Dead, and Dark Green Boy! Plus an all-new Lethargic Lad story by Greg Hyland, a superhero-y edition of Dork Tower by John Kovalic, and more! b&w $3.99 DRAWN & QUARTERLY DRAWN & QUARTERLY VOLUME 5 by Various Last year, Time called this yearly collection a "luxurious-yet-affordable coffee table book." This year's volume has old favorites and new discoveries. Depuy & Berberian join a new Paul story from Michel Rabagliati, plus a post-modern trickster R. Sikoryak's EC/Wuthering Heights parody! MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, FC $26.95 STAR OF THE MONTH DRAWN & QUARTERLY VOLUME 4 Nominated for "Best Single Issue," "Best Publication Design," and "Best Anthology." Stories include a 55-page, full-color biography of famed Tintin creator Hergé along with a 30-page retrospective of Frank King's early Gasoline Alley Sunday pages. (STAR14287) SC, 9x12, 160pg, FC $24.95 ******************* FIVE IS A PERFECT NUMBER GN by Igort This is a Mafioso revenge story set in the mean streets of Italy in the 1970s, when a young handsome hitman is killed and his elderly mob father comes out of retirement to hunt down the murderer. Moody and grim tones of blue and black make this a crime story with a sophisticated twist. MATURE READERS SC, 176pg, 2C $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH THE GOLEM'S MIGHTY SWING—NEW EDITION by James Sturm The classic baseball story is back with new design! Set in the 1920s, a barnstorming Jewish baseball team travels from town to town, sporting beards, playing local squads, and making a living. With a real live golem, the baseball games transform into a mythical pageant. (STAR16933) MATURE READERS SC, PC $16.95 ******************* OFFERED AGAIN O/A WAITING FOR FOOD: CRUMB PLACEMAT DRAWINGS VOLUME 3 HC by R. Crumb This third installment in the popular series from R. Crumb is a deluxe hardcover collection of Crumb's placemat drawings and sketches. Here's yet another book of placemat drawings done while sitting in restaurants. HC, b&w $26.95 **************** DREAMWAVE PRODUCTIONS NECROWAR #1 by Simon Furman, Adi Granov, & Linda Bergkvist In a war without limits, against an enemy without number, a radically new breed of soldier is the only possible response. As the Dark Matter forces of the Progeny sweep through the universe, deconstructing the very stuff of space itself, five recruits step into the firing line, wrapped in living battle-suits. Unknown to them, though, they've been selected not to do... but rather to die! All-new, sweeping Sci-Fi action from Simon Furman (Transformers: The War Within) and hot new talent Adi Granov! NOTE: This issue ships with two covers in equal ratio—a Triple-Gatefold cover by Adi Granov, and a variant by Pat Lee! FC, 32pg $2.95 TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ANIMATED #2 by David, LeSean, Sander, & Ruffolo April O'Neil is not another pretty face. This lab tech has brains to rival her beauty! But she's working for the wrong man in the wrong place at the wrong time. To make matters worse, our heroine's life is about to go straight down the sewer — literally. Lucky for her, there's four mutated turtles waiting to catch her! FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: MORE THE MEETS THE EYE # 4 Dreamwave's Official Guide To The Transformers by Adam Patyk & Various This issue gives you the ultimate insider's look at the greatest Autobot leader of them all: the original, unconquerable Optimus Prime! This series continues to provide all-new bios re-establishing the true essence of the G1 characters in the Dreamwave continuity, all illustrated with striking original art from the Dreamwave team! Check out fan-favorites like Nightbeat and the Predacons, along with classics like Mirage and Omega Supreme, to see how they all fit in the Transformers comic universe! NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 64pg (4 of 8) $5.25 TRANSFORMERS GENERATION ONE VOLUME 2 #4 by Mick, Lee, Armstrong, Garcia, Grundetjern, & Wang Battered, bruised, and fleeing for their lives, Optimus Prime and the Autobots's "great escape" is cut short when they run into some familiar faces. But what is the true purpose of this splintered faction of Transformers, and why are they so shocked to discover that Optimus Prime is still alive after all these years? Meanwhile, back at Iacon, things come to a boil when Ultra Magnus uncovers Shockwave's sinister intentions for unifying Cybertron. But one question remains: How will the treacherous Starscream use this latest development to his advantage? NOTE: Not available outside of North America. FC, 32pg (4 of 6) $2.95 TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA #13 by Simon Furman, Guido Guidi, Elaine To, Shaun Curtis & David Cheung Megatron turns up the heat in the all-out Alaskan conflict... literally! Trapped in soaring temperatures and collapsing ice sheets, the Autobots, Mini-Cons, and yes, a few Decepticons too, may well be facing a cold, deep watery grave. Can the various Mini-Con teams at last unite for one concerted response to the Decepticon threat? Plus, the prelude to the biggest, most shocking Armada story of all! Things are about to get BIG! NOTE: Not available outside North America. FC, 32pg $2.95 STARS OF THE MONTH TRANSFORMERS GENERATION 1 VOLUME 1 TP by Pat Lee & Chris Sarrachini This reprints Generation 1 #1-6, as well as some additional material. Included in the book are all of the covers, as well as a special preview on the upcoming Generation 1 book (12 pages). (STAR17541) SC, 168pg, FC $17.95 TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA BATTLE SCENE POSTER Now you can capture all the action of Transformers: Armada in this epic battle scene poster, as the valiant Autobots duke it out with the evil Decepticons for control of the mysterious Mini-Cons. (STAR17908) Poster, 24x36, FC $5.95 DARKMINDS: MACROPOLIS VOLUME 1 TP by Chris Sarracini, Jo Chen, Christina Chen, & Dreamwave Colors A sadistical serial killer is on the loose and it's up to Agents Nafawa and Nakiko to find him before his kills again. But this killer is as twisted as they come. Before every murder he announces exactly where and when the murder will take place. (STAR17976) SC, 112pg, FC $9.95 ************** DREAM WEAVER PRESS TALL TAILS THIEVES QUEST #12 It's sad farewells as the two Ravenwood groups split up, one to chase the Rats, the other to deal with the Earl. It's now up to Klea to find the Seal but a new face joins the group to raise the odds. Pete was skilled enough to be a Lifdell guard, but can he ride into battle with the legendary E.F. Ravenwood? b&w, 48pg $4.95 DYNAMIC FORCES TRANSFORMERS GI JOE PREMIERE LITHOGRAPH Featuring GI Joe's arch nemesis — Cobra — and the Transformers big bad guys — the Decepticons! This is the first time that Pat Lee has drawn these two groups of characters together! Limited to 1,000 unsigned copies. Also available signed by Pat Lee. REG.—Lithograph, 18x24, FC $19.99 SGN.—Lithograph, 18x24, FC (CAUT: 2) $49.99 DF VAMPIRELLA TRADING CARDS & BINDER This vibrant set features fantastic art by such great comic artists as J. Scott Campbell, Mike Mayhew, Joseph Michael Linsner, Jae Lee, Marvel Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada, Art Adams, Joyce Chin, painter Joe Jusko, painter Matt Busch, painter and artist Bill Sienkiewicz, painter Adam Hughes, Mark Texeira, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti. Also look for current cool contemporary Vampirella art by Tim Sale, Gary Frank, Ray Lago, Joe Quesada, David Mack, Rick Mays and others. Each box has 6 signed cards and 3 Chrome Cards. In addition to normal signatures, there's "Blood Red" and "Blue Blood" signatures. PLUS one of the cards in each box will be signed by former Vampirella Model and fan-favorite B-Queen, Julie Strain! Limited to 3,000 boxes worldwide. Collector's binder limited to 1,000. (CAUT: 4) BOX PI BINDER $19.99 DF SPIDER-MAN: KRAVEN'S LAST HUNT—FROM THE GRAVE DIORAMA STATUE One of the greatest Spider-Man tales of all time is the inspiration for this beautiful diorama statue! Inspired by one of the most striking cover images ever — Spider-Man clawing his way out of the grave! This big diorama statue measures in at 12" wide, 9" deep, and is 10" high! Again, this one is BIG, as big as the story arc that inspired it! This was Kraven's last hunt, and he bagged the big one… Spider-Man! Design adapted by Juan Bobillo, with Spider-Man sculpted by Pablo Viggiano, and the base sculpted by Martin Canale and Hernán Azcárate. Paint-master by Alejandra Jorquera. Limited to only 1,962 copies (in honor of Spidey's debut year)! (CAUT: 4) Statue $195.00 DF BLACK CAT 8-INCH BEAUTIFUL BUST WITH PUSSYCAT Not THAT kind of bust, fanboy! But still, this is the best and most beautiful Black Cat Bust of all time! And wait till you see the up-close photo of the pussycat! Its perfect! Measuring an unbelievable 8" High and 4" wide from the cat's tale to chest! This beautiful bad girl was sculpted and paint-mastered by Pablo Viggiano, with designs by Juan Bobillo and Pablo Viggiano! Limited to 1,978 pieces (in honor of her debut year)! (CAUT: 4) Statue $89.99 DFE TOMB RAIDER SCARFACE'S TREASURE SIGNED #1 Featuring a beautiful, painted cover by Mark Texiera, Scarface's Treasure is 24 pages of full color action telling an untold tale of Lara Croft as she infiltrates Chicago's underworld. Signed by Mark Texeira. (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 DFE DARKNESS PRELUDE GOLD FOIL COVER #1 An exclusive gold foil edition of the DF exclusive story by Paul Jenkins and Jae Lee! Limited to only 500 copies each. FC $29.99 DF INCREDIBLE HULK KAARE ANDREWS LITHOGRAPH This premiere painted image of the Hulk holding up an incredibly heavy load is homage to Jim Staranko's classic cover. Kaare's premiere cover gets reproduced as an 18" x 24" limited edition lithograph! Lithograph, 18x24, FC $19.99 DF INCREDIBLE HULK DALE KEOWN LITHOGRAPH Dale Keown is a man who brought the Hulk to new heights with his artwork. This powerful rendition of the Hulk is available now for the first time as a Dynamic Forces exclusive lithograph! Lithograph, 18x24, FC $19.99 DF EMMA FROST SIGNED #1 Get in on the ground floor as Marvel explores the early life and times of Emma Frost in a new series! Signed by cover painter Greg Horn! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 DF SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN SIGNED #1 Featuring Spider-Man versus Venom! Signed by writer Paul Jenkins! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 DF BATMAN LOEB SIGNED #617 Signed by writer Jeph Loeb! Each signed copy is hand-numbered, features a Certificate of Authenticity and is sealed with a DF Holo-Foil sticker! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 DF SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT SIGNED #1 Signed by Mark Waid! Each signed copy is hand-numbered, features a Certificate of Authenticity and is sealed with a DF Holo-Foil sticker! (CAUT: 2) FC $19.99 DF FLASH SIGNED #200 Signed by Geoff Johns! Each signed copy is hand-numbered, features a Certificate of Authenticity and is sealed with a DF Holo-Foil sticker! (CAUT: 2) FC $10.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DYNAMIC FORCES EARTH X: CAPTAIN AMERICA STATUE A full-size 13" tall statue atop a base measuring 6" by 9". Cap stands defiant, his body covered in scars, his forehead forever marked with the jagged "A," a battered flag covering his massive build. Strictly limited to 1999 production units worldwide. Statue $149.99 O/A EARTH X: DAREDEVIL MEGA-BUST Dynamic Forces paired Alex Ross with sculptor Tony Cipriano to transform this "daredevil" one more time into a cool 5 ½" tall resin bust that continues the limited edition Earth X mega-bust line! Bust $49.99 O/A JOHN CASSADAY'S CAPTAIN AMERICA 8" BUST Artist John (Planetary, Captain America) Cassady himself designed this dramatic 8" Bust! bust for Dynamic Forces. Sculptor Tony Cipriano has captured every detail of Cassady's original design! (CAUT: 4) Bust $89.99 **************** EDUCATION COMICS INC. THE ADVENTURES OF SCOOTER MCDOOGAL #1: SCOOTER TAKES FLIGHT Scooter McDoogal becomes the owner of Wisdom 1, a super scooter with infinite knowledge and the ability to travel through time and space. But the scooter was a birthday present for the grandson of Zeus. And mythological monsters are enlisted to get the scooter back! FC $4.99 THE ADVENTURES OF SCOOTER MCDOOGAL #1: RED, WHITE, AND COOL Scooter goes back in time to see how the American flag was made. Then he travels everywhere from the Boston Tea Party to how the flag was put on the moon. You as a reader have to help Scooter answer questions so he can pass through the Knowledge Portal and return home! FC $4.99 EL CAPITAN STRAY BULLETS VOLUME 4 DARK DAYS HC by David Lapham An evil babysitter drags a lost boy through a tour of hell. Mental patient Amy Racecar travels the universe in search of a forgotten truth but finds a mean-spirited conspiracy of revenge. And a woman consumed by guilt will commit a desperate act that could prove fatal for two innocent children! This hardcover also contains scripts, sketches, and behind-the-scenes extras! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 264pg b&w, $34.95 STRAY BULLETS #34 by David Lapham A stupid bet goes awry with Tony Cazzola, and his girlfriend has to pay the ultimate price. A terrifying nightmare becomes a stone cold reality and there's no one in the world who can help him. Can Tony find the courage to do what he knows he must? MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 EXTREME IMAGES RICKY CARRALERO'S DANGEROUS CURVES. SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. REGULAR COVER—FC, 40pg SRP: $20.00 PHOTO COVER—FC, 40pg SRP: $20.00 WILD THINGZ COLLECTOR'S PLAQUE These plaques are produced using a brand new process of polished wood imaging and feature three of the best covers ever published by Ricky Carralero. The detail on each piece is astonishing. Each piece has a limited production. (CAUT: 4) Plaque, FC, 8x10 $39.95 FANBOY ENTERTAINMENT ANGEL'S WING #2 by Tetsuya Aoki The exciting follow-up to last year's surprise hit manga Angel's Wing! Join earthbound angels Mary and Shion as they help the orphaned boy Ken on his quest to find his long- lost father. Written and drawn by Japanese manga sensation Tetsuya Aoki, one of the original designers/creators of the Transformers and the Power Rangers! SC, 80pg, FC $7.95 NOZOMI VOLUME 1 GN by Nao Yazawa Follow the adventures of Nozomi, a shy young girl whose life changes the day she wishes on a falling star. Her wish is unexpectedly granted but not in the way she expected. A playful demon comes to Earth to teach her about love… the hard way. Written and drawn by the creator of shojo manga Wedding Peach! SC, 56pg, FC $5.95 FANFARE/PONENT MON YUKIKO'S SPINACH GN (La Espinaca de Yukiko) by Frederic Boilet This overcharged love story is available in both English and Spanish editions! A young Japanese woman must choose a path between safety and stability—one her parents encourage. The other is hidden. Unexpected. And crazy. Can't have both, can she? (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS ENGLISH EDITION—SC, 6x8, 144pg, b&w $13.99 SPANISH EDITION—SC, 6x8, 144pg, b&w $13.99 FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS THE COMICS JOURNAL #254 The definitive interview with the inimitable Will Elder! And, along with award-winning news and criticism, a hard-hitting "Critical Focus" section on the state of comics culture and criticism. "Critical Focus" is headed by the long-awaited return of Gary Groth! Cover by Elder! MATURE READERS Magazine, 128pg, b&w $6.95 LOVE & ROCKETS VOLUME 2 #8 by Los Bros Hernandez Maggie, Hopey, Doyle, and others reminiscence about the strange history of their friend's residence in this issue's "Maggie" installment. In "The High Soft Lisp," Fritz's happy marriage begins to unravel. In "Julio's Day," Julio and his brother find work out of town, and the coming finale of "Me for the Unknown." MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.95 RAISIN PIE #2 by Rick Altergott and Ariel Bordeaux The plot thickens in Episode two of "Blessed Be," Rick Altergott's amazing new Doofus epic. Also, "Maple Valley Public Library" continues. Ariel's new teenage saga, "Queen of the Geeks," begins. Plus, a super-compressed career overview of porn star John Holmes by Altergott. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 OFFERED AGAIN O/A RAISIN PIE #1 by Rick Altergott & Ariel Bordeaux Pull a chair up to the table for heapin' helpin's of Doofus, Henry Hotchkiss, pissed off Christian Fundamentalists, sulky eavesdroppers, and a side of happy sex enthusiasts. More than a movable feast, more like a movable food fight! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 *************** BLACK IMAGES IN THE COMICS by Fredrik Stromberg This wide-ranging little book spotlights over 100 comics strips, comic books, and graphic novels to feature black characters from all over the world over the last century. A broad jump from the horrendous caricatures of yore! Foreword by Charles R. Johnson. MATURE READERS SC, 6x6, 240pg, b&w $15.95 THE BRADLEYS TP—CURRENT PRINTING by Peter Bagge Meet the Bradleys, America's most dysfunctional family! Created in the 1980s while Bagge was also editing R. Crumb's Weirdo magazine, this family for the ages has its roots firmly planted in All In the Family's Bunker family, punk rock anger, and MAD magazine. MATURE READERS SC, 160pg, b&w $16.95 DICKS AND DEEDEES HC by Jaime Hernandez The first new Jaime Hernandez collection since relaunching Love & Rockets featrures stories from Love and Rockets and Penny Century. Maggie and Hopey are featured in "Election Day," "Everybody Loves Me, Baby" (featuring extensive flashbacks to their early punk days) and the surreal dream story "The Race." Also, Ray D. is the recipient of a rude surprises in "Frog Mouth". Plus "Bay of Threes," chronicles Penny Century's romance. MATURE READERS HC, 96pg, b&w $18.95 THE IRON WAGON SC by Jason An evocative murder mystery set in the Norwegian countryside, boiling with passion, buried past crimes, revelations, and ambiguous characters. Translated into English, it's drawn in two-color, re-casting the story with Jason's iconic animal characters from his previous graphic novel Sshhhh! SC, 80pg, PC $12.95 STARS OF THE MONTH THE DOOFUS OMNIBUS by Rick Altergott Altergott is a master craftsman with a compulsion for the strange; his most famous character, Doofus — a panty-huffing hillbilly with a Dutchboy hairdo — is the star of this show. The book collects almost every Doofus story from the character's long history. (STAR17355) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 112pg, PC $16.95 SSHHHH! GN by Jason Entirely told in pantomime, this suite of short tales veers from the funny to the terrifying to the surreal to the touching. Like Chris Ware, Jason's clean, deadpan style (featuring animal-headed characters with mask-like faces) hides a wealth of emotion and human complexity. (STAR16524) SC, 8x11, 120pg, b&w $14.95 LOVE & ROCKETS: LOCAS IN LOVE by Jaime Hernandez Reprinting the first four issues of the Penny Century series. The mood is set with the opening story, "Penny Century." Also features the stand-alone "Home School," plus the complete Maggie & Hopey Color Fun, a 24-page full-color romp starring Hernandez's two most popular characters. (STAR11981) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 120pg, PC $14.95 ****************** 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. PEE SOUP #1 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.95 BARBARIENNE #6 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 DILDO #3 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 CASUAL SEX #2 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 BANG BANG GIRL TP ADULT MATERIAL SC, 64pg, b&w $12.95 ALICE IN SEXLAND EXTREME #6 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 SEX WARRIOR ISANE #4 ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 24pg $3.50 STARS OF THE MONTH MANGEROTICA GN 6: HOT TAILS VOLUME 2 (STAR08592) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 176pg, b&w $19.95 EROS GN 17: MARA OF THE CELTS (STAR06897) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 136pg, b&w $17.95 EROS GN 36: MARA CELTIC SHAMANESS VOLUME 2 (STAR08221) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 160pg, b&w $19.95 SEX INC. GN (STAR08045) ADULT MATERIAL SC, 128pg, b&w $14.95 ******************** OFFERED AGAIN CO-ED SEXXTASY PACKS ADULT MATERIAL #1-7—Pack $24.50 #8-14—Pack $24.50 ******************** FINTAN STUDIOS THE FORGOTTEN TP by Young & Grealish, Forcucci, Cheeseman-Meyer, & Luna The acclaimed 2002 series collected in trade paperback format, including many great extra features: a behind-the-scenes glimpse of production, breakdowns of the Philly-based settings against their real-life backdrops, creator interviews, unreleased original artwork and a fresh pinup gallery. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $11.95 FUTURE COMICS PEACEKEEPER #1 by Bob Layton, Pat Broderick, Terry Austin, & Tom Smith Future Comics presents its fourth new title from the minds of Michelinie & Layton! The Brahman Objective is a computer-generated blueprint that could lead the population of Earth into a utopian existence. But in the wrong hands, it could be perverted into a plan to control the world's governments and economies. The benevolent Peacekeepers have clandestinely existed for over forty years, slowly manipulating global events to conform to the Brahman Objective — until today! Betrayed by one of their own, the Peacekeepers are all but eliminated. And from the ashes of an unthinkable holocaust, a single survivor rises: a reluctant hero obsessed with justice, retribution ...and retrieval of the Brahman Objective! This spectacular first issue heralds the Future Comics debut of two of our industry's premiere talents — Pat Broderick (Micronauts) and Terry Austin (X-Men)! Cover by Pat Broderick & Terry Austin. FC, 24pg $2.99 DEATHMASK #5 by David Michelinie, Dick Giordano, José Marzan, & Brad D. Nault Is it magic, or merely a science so different we can't comprehend it? Whatever the Deathmask represents, mystically powered relic-hunter, Blitz Jager, is determined to make it his own — even if that means prying it from Jacob Nakai's cold, dead body! Cover by Dick Giordano. FC, 24pg $2.99 FREEMIND #9 by David Michelinie, Bob Hall, Brett Breeding, & Tom Smith Mac Flint is in deep trouble — deep space trouble, that is! Trapped in orbit, too far to trigger a return to his human body, Mac must use the Edison Wilde android to counter an insidious threat to global security--before his mind, and his life, fade forever! Cover by Pat Broderick & Bob Layton. FC, 24pg $2.99 METALLIX #8 by David Michelinie, Ron Lim, Bob Layton, & Moose Baumann Someone, or something, is in the Metal X armor--and it's not Team Metallix! What lurks in the nanite nation? A mystery for the ages begins in this issue! Cover by Ron Lim & Bob Layton. FC, 24pg $2.99 GEMSTONE PUBLISHING DONALD DUCK ADVENTURES #1 Three long Disney adventure stories: Donald Duck in "The Deep"; Mickey Mouse in "Panicking Pachyderm"; and Uncle Scrooge in "End of Days." Donald Duck cover by William Van Horn. SC, 5x7, 128pg, FC $7.95 UNCLE SCROOGE #320 by Various This issue features a new cover by William Van Horn illustrating his story, "Fools of the Trade," which leads the book. Also in this issue is a Gyro Gearloose story by Carl Barks, as well as Scrooge McDuck adventure stories by Carl Fallberg and Romano Scarpa, and Geoffrey Blum and Daniel Branca! SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $6.95 WALT DISNEY'S COMICS AND STORIES #635 by Various "Hound of the Moaning Hills," a Carl Barks story drawn by Daan Jippes from Barks' layouts, leads this issue. Also: Don Rosa's "The Three Caballeros Ride Again" — the first installment of a three-part epic reuniting Donald with Panchito and José Carioca — wraps the book, which sports a Rosa cover illustrating the tale. SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $6.95 EC AL WILLIAMSON SETS Al Williamson appeared in various EC titles. These sets reflects on his work that appeared in Weird Science and Weird Science Fantasy. WEIRD SCIENCE—Set $20.00 WEIRD SCIENCE FANTASY—Set $15.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A THE OVERSTREET COMIC BOOK PRICE GUIDE #33 It's the biggest ever edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide, and that's not just referring to pages! Thanks to the brand-new information being added to the Guide, it's increasing in size to 6 ½" x 9 ¼" and now features six pricing columns! ALL-STAR COMICS #8 HC––HC, 7x9 $32.00 ALL STAR COMICS #8 SC––SC, 7x9 $25.00 MARVEL COMICS #1 HC––HC, 7x9 $32.00 MARVEL COMICS #1 SC––SC, 7x9 $25.00 ****************** O/A THE COMIC ART PRICE GUIDE by Jerry Weist; Cover by Alex Ross With detailed listings (many of them fully illustrated!), articles illustrating how to bid at auction, and information on how to buy rare comic art. Includes a Pulp Price Guide, a Fanzine Price Guide, a Monster Magazine Price Guide, Market Reports, a huge Science Fiction & Pulp Artist listing, and more. Cover by Alex Ross! HC (STAR17452)—6x9, b&w $45.00 SC (STAR16983)—6x9, b&w $26.95 GREAT LAKES NINJA BROTHERHOOD INFINITE KUNG FU #5 by Kagan McLeod Only one student will be accepted into the legendary Shaolin Temple, and with both Yang Lei Kung and General Li Zhao's armies waiting at the door, it will take a dazzling display of martial skills to prove who is worthy! Kung fu movie reviews included as an added bonus! b&w, 32pg $3.00 GUTSOON! ENTERTAINMENT BAKI THE GRAPPLER VOLUME 1 TP by Itagaki Keisuke Filled with awesome, action-filled scenes of fighting and wrestling, Baki the Grappler is the story of a young man committed to becoming the strongest person on Earth! NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, U.K., Australia, and New Zealand. (CAUT: 3) MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 190pg, b&w $9.95 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR: THE MASTER EDITION VOLUME 5 GN by Hara Tetsuo & Buronson In a post-apocalyptic nightmare, a lone wanderer named Kenshiro protects the innocent from evil with the ultimate assassin's fighting style, Hokuto Shinken! This third volume of the Master Edition series features genuine brand new translation and stunning full- color artwork on every page! The ultimate version of the internationally celebrated classic story! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 190pg, FC $17.95 RAIJIN COMICS #29-32 by Various The championship weekly manga magazine continues it's triumphant run! Featuring the prescient international intrigue of First President of Japan! Also: Fist of the Blue Sky, Slam Dunk, City Hunter, Revenge of the Mouflon, Guardian Angel Getten, Keiji, Bow Wow Wata and The Climber's Saga, with breaking video game and anime news of RGA Magazine, plus more! Squarebound. NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, U.K., Australia, and New Zealand. (CAUT: 3) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 190pg, PC $4.95Ea. HARRIS COMICS VAMPIRELLA #22 by Dan Jolley & Stefano Caselli A special stand-alone story! Vampirella's at the Emerald Isle to aid a Circus member's family drama. They say the banshees sing to warn those they like of an impending death. But what if you hear a mocking wail?. Regular Cover by Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti; also available in a Limited Cover by Joe Chiodo as well as a Photo Cover edition, both limited to 1,500 copies. REGULAR COVER—FC, 32pg $2.99 LIMITED COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 PHOTO COVER—FC, 32pg $9.95 VAMPIRELLA VS HEMMORHAGE #1-3 SET by Ian Edginton & Michael Bair From the Vault of Vampirella, this set includes all three out-of-print issues of the Vampirella vs Hemmorhage mini-series. The Red Death! The psychokinetic assassin is back in the spotlight in a tale of mind games, bloodshed, and untold obsession. The object of his desire: Vampirella! Set (x3), FC $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A VAMPIRELLA #1 1969 COMMEMORATIVE EDITION The fans have been demanding it forever, and it's finally here. The original Vampirella #1 reprinted for the first time in its entirety, using the original film from 1969! This 64-page magazine features the first appearance of Vampirella and is replicated to the exact specifications as the original. Magazine, 64pg, b&w $4.95 O/A VAMPIRELLA #8 LIMITED COVER EDITION by Smith, Millar, Brown, & Texeira "Hungry Ghosts" Part 2 of 4, Vampirella makes her way into the Red House where horrors of magic have gone awry. In Part 2 of the 4-part "Pantha" story, the Wehrmacht begin their assault on Las Vegas! Amanda Conner does this Limited Cover Edition! FC, 32pg $9.95 O/A VAMPIRELLA #9 LIMITED COVER EDITION by Smith, Brown, & Texeira In the Red House, Vampirella's past comes up and bites her! Also, in Pantha Part 2 (of 4), the beasts are out for blood, and Pantha hunts the werewolves in Las Vegas! Limited Cover Edition cover by Joe Chiodo! FC, 32pg $9.95 ************************* HEAVY METAL HEAVY METAL SEPTEMBER 2003 The fantasy comic for adults, paralleled by none. All the over-the-top graphic sci- fi/fantasy madness you always expect in each and every issue of Heavy Metal. New short stories by some of Europe's greatest masters of modern fantasy and science fiction comics! MATURE READERS Magazine $5.99 HEAVY METAL ALFONSO AZPIRI WET DREAMS HC #2 Four independent stories linked together by a necklace or key that gives access to the sacred city of Sinna, that is none other than the mythic Shangrilah. It is an undetermined time where sex and fantasy play the ultimate role! MATURE READERS HC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HEAVY METAL: ALFONZO AZPIRI'S WET DREAMS HC In his latest collection of short stories, Alfonzo Azpiri has been inspired by "The Thousand and One Nights," the Middle Ages, and the far future, all rendered in the sensual style that he has made all his own! (STAR13260) MATURE READERS HC, FC $14.95 ************************ HIERONYMOUS PRESS/WANDERING STAR ROBERT E. HOWARD'S CONAN: DRAWINGS & SKETCHES by Gary Gianni Gary Gianni, the Spectrum and Eisner Award-winning illustrator turns his attention to R.E.H.'s legendary barbarian king — Conan! Get behind-the-scenes look at preliminary designs, oil paintings, and illustrations created for the upcoming set, The Complete Conan of Cimmeria. SC, 8x7, 36pg, b&w $9.95 HIGHWATER BOOKS CRUMBUMS GN by Brian Ralph Brian Ralph's wordless follow-up to Climbing Out finds his hapless monkey in a post- apocalyptic landscape ruled by gangs of Mohawk-sporting punk rockers, trying to figure out a way home! Squarebound. SC, b&w $12.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CAVE-IN GN by Brian Ralph Find out why Brian received numerous award nominations for this influential and popular wordless adventure comic. Bats, mummies, and zombies all stand in the way of a little moleman who's just looking for some breakfast. Squarebound. SC, b&w $12.95 O/A QUEEN OF THE BLACK BLACK TP by Megan Kelso Features all non-Bottlecap stories from Girlhero, and stories from Action Girl and Dark Horse Presents. Bicycle messengers, venereal diseases, infidelity, unwanted pregnancies, temporary work assignments, family reunions, and classroom daydreams. Includes two new stories. MATURE READERS SC, b&w $12.95 **************** HOUSE OF USHER NANTUCKET BROWN ROASTERS: THE SECOND LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS GN by Jason Asala Aaron Burr and a mysterious agent called "The Phantom Limb," battle it out. Learn more about Fish's future, both good and bad. Features failed expectations, mortality, revenge, American history, destiny, Ichthyology, and the art of collecting. Squarebound. SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $7.50 HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING METAL HURLANT #7 by Various; cover by Stefano Raffaele New Format! Includes eight pages of MH's newest ongoing serial, Fragile, a zombie tale by Stefano Raffaele (Hellboy, Blackburne Covenant); and R.E.M., an espionage story written by Dan Curtis Johnson (Chase) and illustrated by Mark Vigouroux (Miss). (CAUT: 2) MATURE READERS FC, 64pg $3.95 STARS OF THE MONTH NOGEGON HC by Luc Schuiten & François Schuiten Nogegon is governed by an inescapable law of symmetry, which leads Nelle to live through the same events that marked her friend's journey before she disappeared. The logic behind the world of the Hollow Grounds seems familiar to us, but it is in fact giddily booby-trapped. (STAR12558) HC, 8x11, 72pg, FC $14.95 SON OF THE GUN VOLUME 4: SINNER AND SAINT HC by Jodorowsky & Bess Juan is dying, literally crucified for his sins. How can there be any atonement for his life? A life in which murder was the least of his crimes? This series has shocked fans with its disconcerting ability to mix grim reality with artistic beauty! (STAR15994) MATURE READERS HC, FC $15.95 ****************** I BOOKS HONOUR AMONG PUNKS PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC by Gary Reed & Guy Davis A Previews Exclusive! Collecting Baker Street material in one volume! Baker Street is the center of England's punk movement in an alternate reality London, a city terrorized by a series of ghastly murders. Will Sharon Ford unmask the killer, or be his next victim? This Previews Exclusive hardcover edition includes an exclusive art gallery section reprinting the long-out-of-print covers from the original Guy Davis classic. Signatures from both Reed and Davis are included in the exclusive material section of this collector's edition hardcover! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, b&w $29.95 VIC & BLOOD PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC by Harlan Ellison & Richard Corben A Previews Exclusive! The only volume to ever collect all of Ellison's the "Boy and His Dog" material! Vic is a boy; Blood is his telepathic dog. Together, they face the dangers of a post-apocalyptic world. This Previews Exclusive hardcover edition includes exclusive, all-new original text by Harlan Ellison revisiting dialogue between Vic and Blood! Other features include an original Richard Corben painting done exclusively for this Collector's Edition. Signatures from both Ellison and Corbin are included in exclusive material section of the book! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, FC $29.95 I.C. ENTERTAINMENT AMERIMANGA #8 by Various Currently in Last Ditch, the battle for the colony is about to begin. One question remains... Who is in charge?! Will the battle of command cause the entire fight for the colony to be sidetracked? Squarebound. SC, 6x10, 160pg, b&w $7.99 HANAUKYO MAID TEAM VOLUME 1 GN by Morishige Obeying his deceased mother's wishes, Tarou Hanaukyo journeys to Tokyo to live with his wealthy grandfather. But life is anything but normal at the mansion, kept in order by a horde of beautiful maids bent on showering their young master with love and devotion! Right-to-left format. SC, 200pg b&w $12.95 HYPER DOLLS VOLUME 5 GN by Shimpei Itoh After a little "clean-up" job, taking apart Centipede monster apart section by section, the Hyper Dolls go to Taiwan for a brief vacation. Far from Jonan City, the girls enjoy a moment of relaxation... until trouble arrives again! This time, it's a gigantic crab and a flying sea turtle bent on destruction! SC, 208pg, b&w $15.95 VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 5 GN by Narumi Kakinouchi The battle for Madoka's living soul comes to a head, as Yui desperately fights against Jagiri's serpentine hold over the despairing human. But Shiki's malicious interference in Yui's quest finally weakens, as past secrets are revealed, turning his remaining ally into a vengeful enemy. Right-to-left format. SC, 216pg, b&w $15.95 YOU AND ME VOLUME 6 GN by Hiroshi Aro Having unwittingly assumed leadership of a coalition of high school gangs, Yuu comes face to face with a young woman name Mikage Main. Curious about Yuu, Mikage stages a kidnapping of innocent Maiko, hoping to discover how such a hapless-looking boy could have power over so many people! SC, 200pg, b&w $11.95 Sexy Fruit I LOVE YOU #7 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL b&w, 32pg $2.95 IDW PUBLISHING THE ART OF SAM KIETH SC by Sam Kieth w/John Layman Sam Kieth creates compelling, original new concepts. In addition to reprinting brilliant art from throughout Sam's career, this book includes never-before-seen art, sketchbooks, and interviews with virtually everyone whose careers have intersected Sam's. (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 352pg, FC $50.00 CSI: THICKER THAN BLOOD by Jeff Mariotte & Gabriel Rodriquez Old Las Vegas crashes against new, high-tech crimebusting as two cases make life tough for the CSIs. When an Elvis impersonator disappears and a mobster's life is threatened, only science and smart criminalists can save the day. Signed by novelist Jeff Mariotte. Prestige Format. MATURE READERS FC, 48pg $6.99 DOS FANTA: MORE ART OF ASHLEY WOOD SC—SECOND PRINTING by Ashley Wood A companion volume to Uno Fanta, the Art of Ashley Wood, this volume contains 96 pages of full-color art, including designs for Wood's Popbot. Now in a second printing, with a brand new cover by the Gold Spectrum Award-winning artist. MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 96pg, FC $19.99 JANET HARVEY'S JUNGLE GIRL #1 by Janet Harvey & Eduardo Muller 1916: In the midst of the South American, a young girl is leading Indian insurrections. Englishman Nicholas Carston is sent in to find out if she is a British citizen. But she's in a cage, can't speak English, and attacks any white man who comes near her… MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $3.99 STAR OF THE MONTH THE VANISHERS GN by Chuck Dixon & Andrés Klacik; cover by Ashley Wood In an age of high-tech computer-designed characters, The Vanishers bring true high adventure back in a huge way. A mix of Tom Sawyer, Spy Kids, and Harry Potter, all camping out together on the printed page. (STAR15790) SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $12.99 ************************ ILLUSTRATION STUDIO WORON'S WORLDS #3—REVISED/SIGNED TRADING CARD EDITION Collects artist Steve Woron's best works from 1987 to the present. In addition to compiling Woron's most acclaimed Bettie Page, barbarian, fantasy, and romantic fantasy pieces, it also features the next installment of the updated Woron checklist. Plus: Grunge Bunny Part 3! Comes with a free signed trading card of the cover image. NOTE: The Adult Cover Edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. See Previews Adult for Adult Cover Edition MATURE READERS TAME CVR.—b&w (3 of 3) SRP: $8.75 ADULT CVR.—b&w (3 of 3) (CAUT: 3) SRP: $8.75 IMPERIUM COMICS TRAILER PARK OF TERROR #2 by Various; cover by Nelson DeCastro Beware of your next visit to the Trailer Park of Terror! It seems that Norma has murder on her mind as she spins several tales of murderers, victims, and the macabre. Plus, she answers the burning question from last issue: "What happened to Teddy anyway?" MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 JAY COMPANY THE DARKNESS VOLUME 3: SPEAR OF DESTINY SIGNED & NUMBERED TP by Garth Ennis & Joe Benitez The first meeting of Magdalena and The Darkness! Featuring the signature of artist Joe Benitez. All copies come with Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a protective cover. SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC MSRP: $24.99 MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE #1—MUSEUM EDITION by Val Staples & Emiliano Santalucia; cover by J. Scott Campbell This special edition includes an original cover crafted from museum-quality parchment stock paper and archival inks. Each copy is individually numbered in a selective and short print-run of 50; each copy hand-lettered, embossed, and sealed. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 4) FC, 32pg MSRP: $189.99 TOP COW: ENDGAME COMPLETE FOIL SET by Various The "Endgame" bridged the gap between current favorites such as Witchblade and Tomb Raider, and the classic Cyberforce. Witchblade #60, Tomb Raider #25, and Evo #1 come in this special pack, each with foil variant covers. (CAUT: 2) Pack (x3) MSRP: $19.99 WITCHBLADE #52 COMIC CON SIGNED LIMITED EDITION by David Wohl & Brian Ching Brand new "Babe in Blades" cover! Limited to only 500 copies worldwide, this version was originally offered at the 2002 San Diego Convention. All copies are autographed and come complete with Certificate of Authenticity, official seal, and protective bag and board. (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg MSRP: $24.99 WITCHBLADE/TOMB RAIDER #1 ORIGINAL MICHAEL TURNER SKETCH EDITION by Michael Turner Michael Turner is the man who launched both Witchblade and Tomb Raider. Now, you can own your very own original piece of Turner art! Each copy comes autographed — with an original sketch by artist — individually numbered, with a Certificate of Authenticity. (CAUT: 2) FC, 32pg MSRP: $59.99 JUNGLE BOY PRESS PAPER MUSEUM VOLUME 2 #1 by Various Old West justice gets a twist in "Slim Fulton: Steam-Powered Cowboy," by Jai Nitz and Shawn Crystal. Visit WWI with monster-noir detective Henry Lamb in "Lamb's War" by Tom Fowler. A spy on the run seeks help from his ex-girlfriend in "Open Doors" by B. Clay Moore and Mike Giba. Finally, find out what really happened to Amelia Earhart in a fantasy story by Nitz, Zach Howard, and Josh Searcy. Cover by Tom Fowler, John Cassaday, Dave Johnson, Kevin Nowlan, and Steve Purcell. b&w, 32pg $2.95 KENZER & COMPANY KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #81 by Jolly Blackburn; cover by Chris Moreno 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. b&w, 112pg $3.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED #24 by Mark Plemmons, Brendon & Brian Fraim "The Day the Magic Died!": After last issue's explosive escape, the gang finds themselves on the run. They might be able to evade both Lord Gilead and Princess Gladree, but what about everyone else? Good thing they have their magic for protection… or do they? b&w, 32pg $2.99 EVERKNIGHTS #7 by Tony DiGeralamo & Manny Vega "The Trollinator": The EverKnights descend into the first level of the lower depths of Castle Blondor to destroy the ultimate golem. But they're about to face a deadlier enemy: extremely polite trolls! They've got claws, they can regenerate, but mostly, they're just really nice. b&w, 24pg $2.99 KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ORIGINS 2003 SPECIAL If you weren't one of the lucky folks who were able to attend Origins 2003 this year, you can still get your hands on this special issue of KODT offered at the show. Journey back to the past, and see some of the earliest adventures of the Knights! b&w, 32pg $2.99 LAST GASP TINTIN IN AMERICA HC by Herge Started in 1931, Herge wanted to show as much of America as possible –– deserts, prairie, cowboys, Indians, and the latest factories. Tintin is invited to Chicago to help police with the crime that is going out of hand. He has to face Red Indians, gangster Al Capone, and more. HC, 10x12, 124pg, b&w $24.95 VISIONS OF GIOVANNA SC by Giovanna Cassotto SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 52pg, FC $14.95 LEGION OF EVIL PRESS CHIP ZDARSKY'S PRISON FUNNIES #1 by Chip Zdarsky Dear Fans: Frankly, I'm lost without you. I need to hear your laughter. Without you, my declaration that Prison Funnies is now an ongoing series (where cartoon convicts interact in a humerous fashion) is carried off, to the Grecian shores where we once drank wine and laughed. God, how we laughed. Love, Chip Zdarsky. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $3.00 LIGHTSPEED PRESS FINDER VOLUME 5: DREAM SEQUENCE TP by Carla Speed McNeil Magri White has a whole world in his head. What's Magri to do when he finds out that his 'house' is 'haunted' — by something he didn't put in there? Inside his very expensive piece of psychic real estate is a ravening monster bent on its total destruction. SC, 7x10, 200pg, b&w $20.95 MAD SCIENCE MEDIA COMICULTURE #2 Features 10 new stories; continuing the four serials began in issue #1! Includes interviews with Corman (Subway Series) and Andrews (Halo & Sprocket); a lesson on "Cinematic Storytelling" by Janson (The DC Comics Guide to Pencilling Comics), and a candid talk with Lloyd Kaufman! MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. XII #2 (Sep022212) Magazine, 92pg, FC $6.95 COMICULTURE #3 Combining Indy originality with mainstream high production values! Continues the four serialized stories that started in issue #1, concludes "I Loved a Zombie" by Wolk-Stanley, and introduces new tales by Janson (Batman: Death & The Maiden), Scalera (Deadpool), Evans (X-Men), and more! MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. XIII #1 (Jan032311) Magazine, 92pg, FC $6.95 MID-WEST COMIC CO. THE DARKNESS #2 2003 MEGACON EXCLUSIVE VARIANT COVER Limited to just 3,000 copies and available only at the 2003 Megacon in Orlando! Features a new sketch cover by Francis Manapul. Comes bagged and boarded. FC, 32pg $8.99 MISC! MAYHEM PRODUCTIONS GERRY ANDERSON'S UFO #1 by Anthony Taylor, Christopher Jones, & Josef Rubinstein "Cataclysm" Part 1 (of 6): After retirement, Commander Ed Straker returns to face S.H.A.D.O.'s worst case scenario: Earth invaded by an armada of UFOs! Can S.H.A.D.O. repel the aliens with diminished resources and the world on the brink of nuclear war? FC, 32pg $2.95 GERRY ANDERSON'S SUPERCAR #1 by Wilson & Wolff, E. Colon, & Wilson Ernie Colon joins Team Supercar to bring Gerry Anderson's classic Supermarionation series into the new Millennium. Mike Mercury launches into the top-secret project known only as "Leap Frog," but his landing is anything but easy! RES. from Previews Vol. XII #10 (Oct022693) FC, 32pg $2.95 MOONSTONE THE SILENCERS #2 by Fred Van Lente, Steve Ellis, & Dae Lim Yoo "Bitter Fruit" Part 2 (of 2): Ambused, outnumbered, and betrayed by one of their own, The Silencers are fighting for their lives against the Syndicate. Can they find each other — and the turncoat in their ranks — before they're silenced themselves? MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.50 MOONSTONE "NOIR-WEAR" JACK HAGEE, P.I. T-SHIRT Cool private investigator has an attitude that you can wear! Hey, man, a little rain never hurt anybody. Design by Hagee artist Richard Clark. White design on a black shirt. (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 XXL $16.95 MOONSTONE MONSTERS: GHOSTS #1 by Various; cover by Ron Frenz & Pat Olliffe "Daddy Came Back": A protective mother tries to keep her former husband from returning for her children. "Raja Yah": The ghost of a spirit tiger attempts to haunt its killer... to death. "Suicidal Tendencies": A girl is haunted by life, and obsessed with death. b&w, 32pg $2.95 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: ASSAMITE by Stefan Petrucha, Eric Griffin, Jerry DeCaire, &Ken Wolak The Assamites are known as a clan of assassins. A highly trained sleeper agent, Mahira has caught the eye of the Clan's most fearsome warrior. Will she be able to convince her to be a true warrior, or will she submit only to the sound of her hatred? MATURE READERS FC, 48pg $5.50 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: LASOMBRA by James Lowder, Vince Locke, Ken Wolak, & Eddy Newell The Lasombra have given themselves over to the dark majesty of the Embrace, and enjoy it. A multi-generational clash of Lasombra kindred struggle violently over the meaning of Cain's Curse. The younger children see it as proof of their superiority to mortals. MATURE READERS PC, 48pg $5.50 VAMPIRE: THE WORLD OF DARKNESS CHARACTERS PACK Includes one each of Vampire: Theo Bell, Beckett, and Calebros. MATURE READERS Pack $14.95 WEREWOLF WOLF PACK Includes one each of Werewolf the Apocalypse: Bone Gnawers, Black Furies, and Children of Gaia. MATURE READERS Pack $14.95 NBM BONEYARD #11 by Richard Moore Is it the end of Abbey? Abbey has exposed "Roxanne" for who she really is: Lilith, the ancient demon who made her. Now Lilith's plan for gaining control of the cemetery has been thwarted, but nothing can stop her from exacting her revenge on Abbey. b&w $2.95 DUNGEON #7 by Joann Sfar & Lewis Trondheim "Spells & Avatars": Crisis at the Dungeon! The big eye that sees all who come and go is dead and so is the big dragon. Result: the treasure is no longer protected! The Keeper sends Herbert and Marvin to Pigsville and their Dragon farm. Bi-monthly. b&w $2.95 HOW LOATHSOME #3 by Ted Naifeh & Tristan Crane Catherine and Nick swap distasteful stories as Nick launches a new career as a drug dealer and discovers the dangers of dipping into one's own stash while Catherine slips into the secret world of an elegant goth-scene royal couple. MATURE READERS b&w $2.95 DAILY DELIRIUM VOLUME 1 by Prado The complete collection of outrageous gags about the daily travails and absurdities faced in life with an occasional bite of lunacy, from the superlative author of Streak of Chalk and Tangents, and the designer for the Men In Black animated series. SC, 9x12, 192pg, FC $25.95 STARS OF THE MONTH STREAK OF CHALK TP Stunning and intriguing classic. (STAR02917) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 88pg, FC $16.95 TANGENTS Wry modern-age love stories. Clothbound. (STAR04674) MATURE READERS SC, 9x12, 48pg, FC $16.95 PETER AND THE WOLF HC by Sergei Prokofiev & Miguelanxo Prado Another of the great classics for children and adults, often heard on records with Prokofiev's remarkable score, is adapted to stunning comics by one of today's comic art geniuses. (STAR07957) HC, 9x11, 32pg, FC $15.95 ***************** Amerotica IN A METAL WEB VOLUME 2 GN by Michael Manning SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x11, 64pg, b&w $10.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LOLITA VOLUME 4 by Belore SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x11, 48pg, b&w $9.95 O/A THE 1001 NIGHTS OF SCHEHERAZADE SC by Eric Maltaite SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, and the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 9x12, 64pg, FC $12.95 ************** NEW DIMENSION COMICS SPIDER-GIRL #61—DOUBLE-SIGNED EDITION Co-creator/current artist Ron Frenz and series artist Pat Olliffe both autograph this limited edition. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is limited to 125 copies! FC SRP: $17.95 NEW ENGLAND COMICS PRESS THE TICK: GOLDEN AGE GIANT EDITION VOLUME 1 In this rebound edition, 132 massive pages of all three issues of the original Tick's Golden Age Comic, including the original color covers! The entire "Golden Age saga" presented in a classic Golden Age-style giant squarebound format! SC, 8x10, 132pg, FC $12.95 WW2 PRESENTS: MERCENARIES #1 by Ron Ledwell Ron Ledwell presents the adventures of a team of mercenary "soldiers for hire!" Highly skilled killers available to the highest bidder, these mercenaries can out-fight the entire army of a Third World Nation and bring its government crashing down! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Germany. b&w $3.95 NORTH ATLANTIC BOOKS NINE OF ONE: A WINDOW TO THE WORLD GN by Oliver Chin Nine teenagers cope with life after 9-11 by interviewing strangers. Eyes from all sides see a world growing smaller by the day but yet more divided. But the future rests on the insights gained by this next generation, so history does not repeat itself yet again. (CAUT: 4) SC, 100pg, b&w $12.95 NW STUDIOS SPIRIT OF THE AMAZON #3 by Orlando Paes Filho The ongoing mystery of an illegal arms production ring in the Amazon intensifies as the extraterrestrial heroes obtain data from special satellites; this specialized intelligence points to Unicom as the multinational corporation behind the dirty arms trading. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #12 (Dec022845) FC $2.95 OLIO PRESS CASTLE WAITING VOLUME 2: SOLICITINE TP by Linda Medley Peaceful Warren is a young woman destined and determined to live an unconventional life. From the barroom, to circus, to convent and beyond, Solicitine is a tale of an extraordinary adventure, friendship, and of making a place in the world. SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $17.95 ONI PRESS MADMAN KING-SIZE SUPER SPECIAL by Mike Allred, Nick Derrington, Daniel Krall, & Steven Weissman X-Statix artist Mike Allred returns to his signature creation, writing and drawing a completely new 24-page adventure — featuring frogmen and swamp scientists! Joining him for this extravaganza are three artists hand picked by the man himself —Daniel Krall (One Plus One), Steve Weissman (Yikes!), and Mike's X-Men Unlimited collaborator, Nick Derrington! Each will produce their own 8-page story. Squarebound. FC, 56pg $6.95 KISSING CHAOS: 1000 WORDS ONE-SHOT by Arthur Dela Cruz Arthur Dela Cruz takes Kissing Chaos back to its roots in a full-length story printed at comic book size. It's time to catch up with Angela and Damien, and see what happened to them following the conclusion of the first series. Did Angela ever find the real world, or does she still live in her head? Are they still on the run? Only 1000 Words will tell. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.99 MARIA'S WEDDING by Nunzio DeFilippis, Christina Weir, & Jose Garibaldi Few events exude as much joy as a wedding, and for the Pirellis these ceremonies mean even more. Pirelli weddings are about tradition and family — or at least they used to be. When Joseph Pirelli married Matthew it rocked the clan to its knees. Now a year later, the tensions between different family factions have turned Maria's special day into a powder keg. And poor Frankie, Joseph's outspoken brother, is holding the match. SC, 6x9, 88pg, b&w $10.95 THREE STRIKES #3 by Nunzio DeFilippis, Christina Weir, & Brian Hurtt Noah is closing in on the bail-jumping Rey, but when the good-at-heart kid lets his good- for-nothing friend get in the middle, things go from bad to worse. Now Rey is on the run again, but if they were tracked down once, is it inevitable that they'll be caught again? MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (3 of 5) $2.99 QUEEN & COUNTRY: DECLASSIFIED VOLUME 1 TP by Greg Rucka & Brian Hurtt; cover by Scott Morse In the mid-1980s, Crocker wasn't the decisive and cantankerous head of section he is today. Back then he was just a young agent whose future in the espionage business was about to be sealed tighter than Lenin's tomb. Also available as a hardcover edition, with a gold foil embossed cover and no dust jacket, and the same bold style as the previous hardcover volumes. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $8.95 HC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $20.00 QUEEN & COUNTRY #18 by Greg Rucka & Carla Speed McNeil To find the kidnapped Karpin in T'blisi, agents Chace and Minder Three arrive in what was once Russia to find unfriendly locals who don't mind showing off their guns. Back in London, Crocker and Wallace continue to pursue the Caracas investigation. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.99 LOVE FIGHTS #2 by Andi Watson Jack finds his lost cat only for his inker to go AWOL. While Jack makes poor excuses to his editor, Nora is desperate for a scoop to lift her out of the photocopy room and onto the front pages. Now they've finally made a date, will they hit it off? b&w, 32pg $2.99 TOO MUCH HOPELESS SAVAGES #2 by Jen Van Meter & Christine Norrie, with Ross Campbell The bad guys have planted something in Arsenal's bag, and she doesn't know it. Whatever it is, the evildoers want it back, and so does the British secret service. In a city of millions, is anyplace safe? Kung-fu adventure, family comedy, and romance! b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A DAYS LIKE GN by J. Torres & Scott Chantler J. Torres, who used memory to great effect in The Copybook Tales, now casts his eye back to the early '60s, tracking girl group Tina & the Tiaras as they rise up the charts and overcome personal obstacles to be stars. Digest-sized. SC, 6x9, 80pg, b&w $8.95 O/A HOPELESS SAVAGES VOLUME 2: GROUND ZERO TP by Van Meter, O'Malley, Norrie, Watson, & Clugston-Major; cover by Terry Dodson Collecting the second mini-series, Ground Zero follows Zero on the dangerous path of her first love — the scoldings, the reprimands, and worst of all, the groundings. Her teenage life is turned upside down as the Hopeless-Savage house is invaded by TV crews. SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $11.95 O/A SKINWALKER VOLUME 1 TP by DeFilippis, Weir, Hurtt, & Dela Cruz; cover by Durwin Talon A killer's leaving a trail of bodies across the country — bodies without skin. The murders started at a Navajo reservation and lead all the way to Washington. Can reservation officer Anne Adakai and FBI Agent Gregory Haworth stop him before it's too late? SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $11.95 **************** STARS OF THE MONTH QUEEN & COUNTRY VOLUME 2: OPERATION: MORNINGSTAR TP by Rucka, Hurtt, O'Malley, & Norrie; cover by Durwin Talon The second collection in the series! Agents Wallace and Kittering go to Afghanistan to retrieve sensitive information, while Tara's forced to remain at home and deal with the effects of her previous mission. (STAR16767) SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $8.95 KISSING CHAOS TP by Arthur Dela Cruz The Eisner-nominated debut under one cover with tons of extras! Three kids in a very bad situation, coming from different walks of life and different haunted pasts, end up in the same stolen car on the run from the law… and then things get a bit crazy. (STAR16611) SC, 6x9, 196pg, b&w $17.95 MADMAN: THE ODDITY ODYSSEY 10TH ANNIVERSARY TP by Mike Allred Armed with a yo-yo and left-of-center attitude, Frank Einstein is Snap City's most impressive masked hero — in fact, he's kind of the only one! Long out-of-print, The Oddity Odyssey is a seminal work of graphic literature. (STAR15203) SC, 7x10, 152pg, b&w $15.95 SOULWIND VOLUME 4: THE WAY THINGS NEVER HAPPENED TP by Scott Morse In Volume 4, it's 1921, and near Yorkshire, England, a kindly fellow tells a young girl a series of very different versions of legends she thinks she knows like the back of her hand, as well as the tale of the lineage of the Chosen One, and how she may be next! (STAR12582) SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $8.50 ODDVILLE TP by Jay Stephens Flying babies, giant robots, undead rock bands, evil scientists, brick-throwing cats, talking monkeys, and eight-year-old super-hero Melanie McKay, better known as Jetcat! It's a mad dash through town for Jetcat to catch the gravity-defying infant, Daisy. (STAR15082) SC, 7x10, 88pg, b&w $10.95 ****************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROAD TRIP ONE-SHOT by Judd Winick A brother and sister drive across the country to retrieve the body of a deceased sibling, dealing with their feels of loss and reigniting their familial love along the way. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $2.95 ******************** PENNY FARTHING PRESS THE VICTORIAN #19 by Houston, Wein, St. Aubin, & Moussa Trace finds himself in the middle of a dangerous race to save the life of his young friend, Eudora. With a death warrant signed for the girl's silence, two police detectives arrive to carry out their deadly assignment and to confiscate photographs that incriminate the powerful Buford Crown in an assassination plot. Cover by Glen Orbik. b&w, 32pg $2.95 THE VICTORIAN ACT 3: SELF ESTRANGEMENT TP by Houston, Wein, St. Aubin, & Moussa Certain that his visions of a top-hatted figure were real, the professor arrives at the end of his pursuit for the elusive form. But Fitz could never have expected that The Victorian would need his help on a mission to combat the ultimate evil. Cover by Michael Kaluta. SC, 176pg, b&w $19.95 POORHOUSE PRESS STARS OF THE MONTH WILL EISNER'S COMICS & SEQUENTIAL ART SC by Will Eisner This is the best single book on how to tell a story with words and pictures, by the master of the form, and the father of the graphic novel. Will Eisner covers all the bases in this guide to creating your own comics, profusely illustrated with his own work. (STAR14721) SC, 8x11, 158pg, b&w $22.99 WILL EISNER'S GRAPHIC STORYTELLING by Will Eisner & Various Graphic Storytelling discusses the principles of conveying stories and narration with the sophisticated combination of text and imagery. While the comic book medium is the main focus, it also recognizes the influence of film and electronic dissemination. (STAR14722) SC, 164pg, b&w $22.95 ********************** PURE IMAGINATION THE LOU FINE TREASURY VOLUME 1 TP Includes stories featuring The Ray, The Black Condor, Uncle Sam, and Doll Man. These super-rare tales are reproduced sharp and clear using the "Theakstonizing" method. Includes an extensive biographical overview of Fine's career by historian Greg Theakston. (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 160pg, b&w $25.00 RADIO COMIX SAIKO AND LAVENDER VOLUME 1 TP by Michael Vega & Diana X. Sprinkle Lavender and her bunny friend Saiko fight to keep their mom-and-pop magic shop from being run out of business by the giant superstore chain, Magi-Cal. What will Lavender do for a living if her store is reduced to a collectible snow globe? Collects the five-issue mini-series. SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $14.99 FURRLOUGH #127 by Various; cover by Heather Bruton Thor Thorvaldson serves up another silly action comedy in "Tales of Marga!" Also, Ebin and May by Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia, plus all-new shorts by David Goodman and David McGuire. b&w, 32pg $2.99 HIT THE BEACH 2003 by Various; cover by Matt David Includes pin-ups and comic strips, from all your favorite anthropomorphic artists —Joe Rosales, Megan Giles, TRUMP, Diana Sprinkle, Michael Vega, Daria McGrain, Terrie Smith, Phil Morrissey, John Barrett, Christina Hanson, and many more! b&w, 48pg $4.99 Sin Factory MILK! #36 by Various; cover by Susan Meyer 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 STAR OF THE MONTH GOLD DIGGER: EDGE GUARD TP by John Barrett with Fred Perry One of Northern Edge Guard's own has mysteriously deserted. Can Tirga unlock the mystery of the sinister Eastern Guard of Kitsune before Sheila's heart is stolen away? Collects all seven issues of the official spin-off series, plus the original story from Gold Digger Annual, and an all-new cover! (STAR17739) SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $19.99 ***************** REBELLION 2000 AD PROGS #1347-1351 Take the ultimate trip with Britain's award-winning sci-fi anthology comic — it's the final showdown between Judge Dredd and the "Justice Killer," courtesy of John Wagner and John Burns; blazing war action from Rogue Trooper by Gordon Rennie and Staz Johnson (Batman vs Aliens II); and hit-men Sinister Dexter give an author a walk on the wild side, courtesy of Dan Abnett and Steve Yeowell (The Invisibles). Plus: Prog. #1350 sees the return of Strontium Dog by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra (War Story: Condors) and Slaine by Pat Mills and Clint Langley, as well as new story "Leviathan" by Ian Edginton and D'Israeli (Scarlet Traces). (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea. JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE #208 There's more head-banging tales from the mean streets of Mega-City One in Judge Dredd! Then it's the final judgment in the last episode of Black Siddha by Pat Mills and Simon Davis! Camp-vamp Devlin Waugh takes the war back to the bloodsuckers in "Red Tide" by John Smith (Vampirella) and Colin MacNeil! Plus, more classic stories from the 2000 AD vaults, and more exclusive features! (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99 RED EYE PRESS VALENTINE: GUN FOR HIRE #9 by Dan Cooney with A. David Lewis Under the hospital police guard, escape is essential before the authorities connect assassin-on-the-run Dana Valentine with her past. But a new threat threatens to detain her — the first clues to Valentine's true origin are finally revealed! MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg $3.50 RIP OFF PRESS FREAK BROTHERS #6––NEW PRINTING Gilbert Shelton and the late, great Dave Sheridan teamed with wacko newcomer Paul Mavrides in 1977, to craft "Six Snappy Sockeroos." These outrageous adventures include "The Parakeet that Outwitted the DEA" and "Phineas Goes Shopping." (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (U.K. may purchase from U.K. vendors.) b&w, 52pg (Note Price) $3.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FREAK BROTHERS #8––NEW PRINTING by Gilbert Shelton & Paul Mavrides The Freak Brothers are out of weed and decide that the smart thing to do is go buy some at the source in Colombia. Through a series of disasters the three are scattered across the globe and in deep trouble! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (U.K. may purchase from U.K. vendors.) MATURE READERS b&w, 36pg (Note Price) $3.95 O/A FREAK BROTHERS #12––NEW PRINTING The Freak Brothers go truckin' into the dying days of the 20th century. See them try to get by without paying rent in "Hot Squat," follow Fat Freddy on an adventure inside the fridge in "The Treasure of Frigo Helado," plus lots of hilarious short strips. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in the U.K. (U.K. may purchase from U.K. vendors.) MATURE READERS b&w, 36pg (Note Price) $3.95 ******************* SADDLE TRAMP PRESS HOLLIDAY #7 by Dave Samuelson & Jason Wright "Cold Deck" Finale: Doc and his friends have forced Tobias Pearl and his followers into a final battle. The fates of Lottie and Frank are revealed. Will Doc carry out his father's vow to Lottie's family? Plus, a story drawn by Brad Samuelson, detailing Doc's friendship with Wyatt Earp. b&w, 32pg $3.00 SCATTERED COMICS NIGHXA #1 by Brandon Klits In a world beyond Earth, in the Nighxa Plains, there are the human counterparts who journey through your troubles and emotions, living out the adventure of your life. Teo, the young native prince, recounts events that will reveal the secrets of his life and this world. Adorable characters in a compelling story. b&w, 28pg $3.00 SECOND 2 SOME STUDIOS THE FADE TRADE VOLUME 1: FADE FROM BLUE by Myatt Murphy & Scott Dalrymple Here's your chance to get the out-of-print issues #1-5 of the hit series. CBG's Reading Room had graded "A material" several times over and Wizard describes as "running the gamut of heart-wrenching drama to gut-busting humor." SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $12.95 TWO OVER TEN #1-5 SET by Murphy, Rhoads, & Dalrymple Collects all five issues of the hit mini-series Two Over Ten. Casey O'Beirne was the girl once responsible for keeping humanity from unraveling. Now she has to fix a world that's no longer right! (CAUT: 2) Set (x5) $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TWO OVER TEN #4 by Myatt Murphy & Scott Dalrymple Brenden Wynne reunites with Casey. Brenden must help eliminate Casey or watch as he absorbs his son alive! Plus, Dorian comes face-to-breast with Project Bijou, the pole dancer who saves the cosmos. Features Fade from Blue cameos! b&w, 40pg (4 of 5) $2.95 ***************** CHRISTA'S MANUAL FOR GETTING ANYONE TO READ COMICS #1 PHOTO COVER EDITION by Myatt Murphy & Scott Dalrymple Did you miss the Free Comic Book Day book other stores are talking about? This alternate cover of the widely popular FCBD comic sports the faces of Myatt Murphy and Scott Dalrymple, and is limited to just 3,000 copies. b&w, 32pg $2.95 SENTAI STUDIOS THE COLLECTED MIGHTY TINY: TALES OF THE OLD EMPIRE VOLUME 1 TP by Ben Dunn The collected Mighty Tiny, a grand Victorian drama with empires on the verge of war… their fate in the hands of two young boys. A secret sect disrupts a peace envoy and attempts to resurrect a relic from the past that would give them control of both empires. SC, 6x9, 150+pg, b&w $9.95 SERVE MAN PRESS RUNNERS #2: BAD GOODS by Sean Wang The obstacles stack up against smuggler Roka Nostaco and his ragtag alien crew. As Pirate Hamron plots revenge, and bounty hunters close in, the runners make a detour where they'll have to deal with an intruder and an unconscious young girl. b&w, 28pg $2.95 SHANDA FANTASY ARTS FURRY NINJA HIGH SCHOOL STRIKES BACK #1 by Mike & Carol Curtis, & Richter Wright; cover by Ben Dunn The gang is getting ready for the big festival honoring native Jerry Anterson, and it looks like a vampire is going to be Anna Feeple's new tenant! Plus: Sammy Kondo is still trying to get Jeremy to kiss her and break her curse. b&w, 48pg (1 of 2) $4.99 THE IRON STAR NOVEL by Brock Hoagland & Various SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $19.95 SHARKBAIT PRESS PETE THE P.O.'D POSTAL WORKER #12 by Marcus P. Meleton, Jr. & Pete Garcia If Pete's life is a terrifying nightmare, then what could his dreams be like? Newspaper headlines are designed to fill us with fear and anxiety. Pete shouldn't read newspapers. But he does. And it makes him tense. And it makes him dream. b&w, 32pg $2.95 STAR OF THE MONTH PETE THE P.O.'D POSTAL WORKER VOLUME 1: PETE UNPLUGGED TP by Marcus P. Meleton Jr. & Pete Garcia These are the first five issues of Pete. See him in maximum security. See the short-lived lives of fellow inmates! Then he's back on the street for deliveries to a militia group, terrorists, and carnivorous aliens! Pete finishes with a well-deserved vacation in England! (STAR16890) SC, 7x10, 152pg, b&w $12.95 ************** OFFERED AGAIN O/A PETE THE P.O.'D POSTAL WORKER: SECOND CLIP by Marcus P. Meleton, Jr. & Pete Garcia This is the high-impact, second clip of Pete the P.O.'d Postal Worker, issues #6-10 (all first printings), plus a free Pete sticker. Pete faces Benedict Postman, meets Freddy Cougar in "Postman on Elm Street," and has an altercation on the Jerry Springer show. Pack (x 5), b&w $9.95 ***************** SHOTO PRESS GOLDEN VINE GN by Jai Sen, Seijuro Mizu, Umeka Asayuki, & Shino Yotsumoto 297 BC: Alexander the Great has united humanity into a World Empire. On this deathbed, he summons his estranged son and heir, Prince Alexander IV. He warns of a conspiracy, a secret by which the empire must be ruled, and urges Alexander IV to come at once to claim the throne. But before the prince can reach him… Alexander dies. SC, 9x7, 304pg, FC $24.99 GHOST OF SILVER SLIFF GN by Jai Sen, Eric Bryden, & Ricky Edi Silver Cliff is a beautiful place, but no one who wants to live through the night goes there. Legends say that the village is under protection of a vengeful spirit. The crew of a merchant ship arrives to trade, and discovers the horrifying secret behind the old tales. SC, 7x5, 96pg, b&w $6.95 SINGING INK SHIVER IN THE DARK #2 by Stuart Sayger Beauty and daddy's money allow Grace to slide through life. Will the forces of evil develop Grace's natural talent into something nasty? Or will Grace accept life as a regular nobody? Uses mix of traditional line art, painting, and digital imaging! b&w, 20pg $2.95 SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT DOGWITCH #6 by Daniel Schaffer Violet stumbles across the recipe for "Black Treacle," a rare ectoplasmic entity ferociously protected by deadly piranha-like demon-bugs. To make her claim, Violet must take them on in a bloody and vicious fight to the death. MATURE READERS b&w, 24pg $2.95 OH MY GOTH! PRESENTS: THE GIRLZ OF GOTH! by Voltaire Richly detailed, these luxurious images burst off of the page, opening a door to worlds of sultry succubae, sexy androids, and spooky sirens. Features: "The Chi-Chian Universe," "The Girlz of Goth," and "Dead Girls and the Demons Who Love Them," where Voltaire's pen is free to roam through a myriad of sexy-spooky genres. MATURE READERS b&w, 48pg $5.95 OH MY GOTH VERSION 2.0 TP––NEW PRINTING by Voltaire This trade paperback collects not only the original four-issue Oh My Goth series, it also contains the first two issues of the OMG: Humans Suck series, and –– best of all –– the never-before-seen third issue! MATURE READERS SC, 168pg, b&w $23.00 OH MY GOTH: HUMANS SUCK! PACK by Voltaire Includes Oh My Goth: Humans Suck! #1 and #2, plus the autographed Oh My Goth! Humans Suck! #1 limited edition. MATURE READERS Pack (x3) $10.90 TEMPTRESS: THE ART OF SCOTT LEWIS by Scott Lewis Temptress collects a new selection of sultry vixens and devilish dolls, showcasing Scott's stunning pencil work and remarkable appreciation of "good girl" art in over 60 previously unpublished, fully-developed illustrations. Also available in a limited signature plate edition, featuring an original color print created especially for this edition. Each signature plate is signed and numbered by Lewis and is strictly limited to 133 copies. MATURE READERS REG.—SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 SGN.—SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w (CAUT: 2) $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A SCOTT LEWIS' BLACK ANGELS PORTFOLIO by Scott Lewis Beautiful vixens are fully rendered in pencil illustrations of nearly photo-realistic quality! Each plate is reproduced with high-intensity duotone screens printed on archival quality paper. Limited to 1,000 copies, signed and numbered by the artist. MATURE AUDIENCES Portfolio, 11x17, b&w $19.95 ******************* FANG WHITE T-SHIRT by Dark One Featuring the illustration of Kevin J. Taylor! (CAUT: 4) XL $12.00 STARS OF THE MONTH FANG: TESTAMENT TP by Kevin J. Taylor Through various trials, Fran's latent powers emerge as she struggles to defeat the seductive forces of evil who prey on the well-built and weak-minded citizenry. Fang: Testament is a story of faith and sacrifice, power and savagery, pain and redemption. (STAR13609) MATURE READERS SC, 96pg, b&w $11.95 CAPTAIN FREEBIRD: THE BROKEN HEROES TP by Fillbach Bros. Collecting the complete Broken Heroes saga. Amassing nearly 300 pages from all 12 issues, this epic comic novel follows the ubiquitous Captain Freebird on his funky vision quest to find the "Twilight Leary" and all the Americana. (STAR11453) SC, 288pg, b&w $19.95 MOSAIC TP by Kyle Hotz In a grim future filled with corruption, sadism, and greed, Mosaic is the uncompromising story of a man searching for a way out. Mosaic is a cyborg-for-hire. To save the lives of his friends, Mosaic must find the killer and escape before time runs out. (STAR11063) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $14.95 POE VOLUME 1 TP Collects the first six issues of Edgar's epic quest to find his lost love. He searches the world, and encounters all of the strange and wonderful happenings that inspired his world-famous stories and poems, complete with twists and turns! (STAR07686) SC, 128pg, b&w $14.95 ****************** STUDIO G PUBLISHING TALES OF THE MOONLIGHT CUTTER VOLUME 2: SILK & SPEAR by Dale Berry & Dærick Gröss, Sr. "Silk & Spear": Supernatural warriors clash, as the Moonlight Cutter defends a village threatened by villains wielding an accursed, magical spear forged in Hell. Don't miss Shen Hua Yen and his mystical sword in his next exciting adventure! Prestige Format. MATURE READERS RES. from Previews Vol. XII #12 (Dec022893) b&w, 48pg $5.50 SUMMERTIME COMICS LIL' RED STITCH #1 by Leslie Nichols & Courtney Huddleston The plains of Texas hold the myths and legends of ghost horses, Indians, and a female outlaw who roamed the llano armed only with her bravery and a magical sewing kit. Hope doesn't believe these stories, until her grandmother gives her a sewing lesson. FC, 32pg $3.50 TCZ STUDIO THE ADVENTURE OF CHI XUE GN The Adventures of Chi Xue is the companion story to The Celestial Zone. See the heroine and her growth before becoming The Destroyer of Evil — the nemesis of demons. Her first challenge comes in the form of The Anarchic Phantom Destroyer. Features dual covers — one in traditional garb, the other in modern clothes. (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 160pp, b&w $9.95 TEENAGERS FROM MARS TEENAGERS FROM MARS #7 by Rick Spears & Rob G. It's the beginning of the end. First, Macon and Madison trade blows; then it's Tommy guns, rubber bullets, and civil war. The kids are storming the castle and they've come for the comic books. This is the first half of the not to be missed climax. MATURE READERS b&w, 32pg (7 of 8) $2.99 TERRA MAJOR LORD TAKEYAMA #1 by Shane L. Amaya & Bruno D'Angelo A powerful warlord sends tidings of his failing health to Jiro, an aged samurai. The daily messages awaken in Jiro memories of his days in battle. They also hint at a way Jiro can avenge himself of the tragedy that has recently struck his family — for a price. MATURE READERS b&w, 40pg $3.95 THE NORM.COM PUBLISHING THE NORM: THE 12 STEPS TO MARRIAGE by Michael Jantze Documents the year missing from Norm's life before he woke up married. From dating, proposing, the wedding night, and everything in between! "The Norm" is a daily newspaper comic strip distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc. All new material! b&w , 48pg $4.95 3 FINGER PUBLICATION 3 GEEKS SUPER-SIZED SUMMER SPECTACULAR by Rich Koslowski The 3 Geeks origin revealed! Discover the hilarious events that got the trio hooked on comics. Discover that the same chain of events involves a certain legend of the retailing world and how the 3 Geeks factors into his life in comics as well. b&w, 48pg $4.95 STAR OF THE MONTH HOW TO PICK UP GIRLS IF YOU'RE A COMIC BOOK GEEK by Rich Koslowski Meet three typical comic book geeks, as they try to unlock the mystery of getting a date, They are so into collecting comics that their social skills are totally lacking. Check it out, as three geeks try to use their knowledge of comics to pick up a girl... and fail miserably. (STAR07097) FC, 40pg $3.95 ****************** TITAN MODESTY BLAISE: THE GABRIEL SET-UP HC by Peter O'Donnell & Jim Holdaway; cover by Jim Holdaway Modesty Blaise is back... adventurer, spy, smuggler, racketeer, and all-round bad girl! With her trusted right-hand man and the underworld resources on tap, no job is too big! Collects the rare newspaper strips from the UK's The Daily Express, plus a new introduction, and more. (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 96pg, b&w $24.95 JUDGE DREDD VS. JUDGE DEATH GN by John Wagner & Brian Bolland Judge Death, a ghoul from a parallel Earth where life is a crime comes to Mega-City One. Now, somehow, Dredd must kill a creature already dead! And if one of these Dark Judges wasn't enough, get ready to meet Fear, Fire, and Mortis! (CAUT: 4) SC––b&w, 9x12, 96pg $12.95 HC (STAR14873)––b&w, 9x12, 96pg $19.95 TRANSFORMERS: ALL FALL DOWN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE HC by Simon Furman, Andrew Wildman & Stephen Baskerville; cover by Howard Chaykin A Previews Exclusive! As in-fighting tears apart the ranks of the Autobots and the Decepticons, the atmosphere is ripe for the coming of the planet-eating super-robot, Unicron! Collects Transformers #69-74, plus new introduction and more! (CAUT: 4) HC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $24.95 TRANSFORMERS: TIME WARS GN by Simon Furman, Dan Reed, Andrew Wildman, & Lee Sullivan; cover by Geoff Senior The fabric of space and time is in turmoil. Transformers from two eras collide in an attempt to save the universe! Spinning out from events in Transformers: The Movie. Collects Transformers UK #130-131, #189, #199–205 and stories from UK Annual 1988, plus all-new exclusive background material! (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 136pg, FC $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH TRANSFORMERS: FALLEN ANGEL GN by Simon Furman; Geoff Senior Galvatron has yet again managed to jump back into Earth's past, but it looks like this time his circuits are really fried, as he initiates a plan to harness an explosion of unimaginable destructive power, and to make himself a god. (STAR17785) SC, 9x12, 136pg, FC $19.95 TRANSFORMERS: THE LEGACY OF UNICRON GN by Furman, Senior, Hitch, et al.; cover by Geoff Senior Shockwave, the Decepticon's leader, hires the mercenary Death's Head to assassinate Rodimus Prime! Meanwhile, Galvatron and Ultra Magnus are discovered entombed in volcanic lava, and on planet Junk, the locals are enslaved by a mind-controlling being! (STAR18090) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 136pg, FC $19.95 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 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 **************** SLÁINE: TIME KILLER HC by Pat Mills, Glenn Fabry, David Pugh, & Bryan Talbot Sláine and his allies wander Tir-Nan-Og in search of the fortress of the arch-druids who could defeat the evil forces oppressing Sláine's people. But demonic alien race hurls Sláine and his allies through time... to ever-greater battles, threats, and challenges! (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x12, 144pg, b&w $24.95 STARS OF THE MONTH SLAINE: THE HORNED GOD SOFTCOVERS 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 was crowned High King of Tir-Nan-Og and faced and many foul creatures. VOL. 1 (STAR17154)––SC, 9x12, 104pg, FC $14.95 VOL. 2 (STAR18082)––SC, 9x12, 96pg, FC $14.95 SLÁINE THE KING DELUXE HC by Mills, McMahon & Fabry This classic tale of sword and sorcery — the epic saga that introduced 2000 AD readers and the comics world at large to a hero who makes Conan look like a boy scout — is finally available again, this time in a deluxe collectors' hardback edition. (STAR15539) HC, 9x12, 144pg, b&w $24.95 ******************** TOKYOPOP @LARGE GN The nexus of LA vice and hip-hop life is @Large, an Internet gaming cafe with a notorious recording studio upstairs. Everyone comes together in the gaming lounges of @Large — geeks, rappers, techno-ninjas, thugs, wannabes, and undercover cops. As one group of kids, known as DNA, attempt to navigate through the trials of adolescence and gain street credibility, they encounter agents of the dark power behind the recording studio. Soon, the DNA crew finds themselves fighting for their lives and for the very survival of their community! SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 BRAIN POWERD VOLUME 2 GN by Yoshiyuki Tomino & Yukiru Sugisaki Yuu and Hime engage in battle against the Reclaimers and win by the skin of their teeth. Upon further reflection, they both come to realize that their greatest weakness lies within themselves and they both strive to reconcile their differences in order to meet the challenge and their cohesion and survival as a team depends on it. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 3) $9.99 BRIGADOON VOLUME 1 GN Earth has been engulfed by an unidentifiable mechanical presence. This presence contains the Monomakia, a living weapon, whose sole purpose is to track down 13-year-old Marin, an orphaned girl living in an alternate version of Tokyo. Young Marin's only chance to survive rests with Melan Blue, the Gun-Swordsman, who is destined to protect her. With arms made of weapons, the power of flight, and retractable body armor, Melan is ready to defend his charge to the bitter end. SC, 5x7, 208pg, b&w (1 of 3) $9.99 CARDCAPTOR SAKURA: MASTER OF THE CLOW VOLUME 6 GN by CLAMP After many trials and hardships, young Sakura has at last transformed the remaining Clow Cards into Sakura Cards. But even though the magical threat is gone, Sakura faces her biggest crisis yet: Syaoron Li, her onetime rival who is now a close friend, is moving back to Japan. He's already told Sakura that she's the one most important to him. Can Sakura figure out if she feels the same before she loses him forever? Attention all Cardcaptors! This book contains a bonus Sakura Card. Collect all 6! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (6 of 6) $9.99 CHOBITS VOLUME 7 GN by CLAMP Hideki's personal attachment to his one and only persocom is deeper than he ever thought imaginable and he must now come to grips with his true feelings for Chi. He always knew Chi was different than other persocoms, however, her past has remained a mystery until now. Chi's mysterious origins are finally exposed in the most revealing episode of Chobits yet! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (7 of 8) $9.99 CLAMP SCHOOL DETECTIVES VOLUME 3 GN by CLAMP Nokoru Imonoyama is the CLAMP School's smartest student and a senior member of the student body. That being said, there's not a lot of things that can stimulate his mind, outside of his own private detective agency — consisting of fellow classmates Souh Takamura and Akira Ijyuin. Together the terrific trio comes up with wild schemes, like replacing themselves with robots to get out of doing paperwork; searching for the owner of a lost silk stocking (obviously a damsel of the highest class); investigating an elaborate surveillance system; and recalling the time they escaped from a clan of deadly ninjas. Whatever the situation, the CLAMP School Detectives will get to the bottom of any mystery — as long as it involves a damsel in distress. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 3) $9.99 DIGIMON VOLUME 5 GN by Akiyoshi Hongo The Dark Masters are the most dangerous enemies yet and tensions run high among the Digidestined. Matt has always been the loner of the group, but when his fights with Tai come to a head his bond to the others is in serious jeopardy. How could the children split up now?! Before the Digidestined can fight the Dark Masters they have to fight their own insecurities, and it's only when they work as a team that they can win. Will they make amends in time for their final battle with Apocalymon? Do they have the power and inner strength to defeat him once and for all? Don't miss this non-stop conclusion to the first season of Digimon! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (5 of 12) $9.99 DRAGON HUNTER VOLUME 2 GN by Hong-Seock Seo Myung-Ho has received a grevious wound and Seur-Chong must make the agonizing choice of whether or not to give him dragon's blood in order to save him. Drinking dragon's blood can grant one incredible power...but it can also take your life! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 3) $9.99 DRAGON KNIGHTS VOLUME 9 GN by Mineko Ohkami Kai-stern and Cesia discover that they are both searching feverishly for the Wind Dragon in order to save the lives of their comrades. Each agrees to keep this information from Rath, who they fear might be consumed with senseless anger, which has been closing its grip on the young Dragon Knight. Their fears are realized when Rath unveils the secret he has been keeping for years. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (9 of 17) $9.99 FORBIDDEN DANCE VOLUME 1 GN A dance-filled manga with a delicious twist! When a young girl loses her confidence to dance, she fears she'll never set foot on the stage again. But when she falls in lust with an all-guy avant-garde dance troupe and their leader, everything changes. Soon, her primary goal in life is to join the troupe and snag the guy. So what if she's missing a Y-chromosome? She's got spunk, skill, and passion- and, in the end, she hopes that love will conquer all. SC, 5x7, b&w (1 of 3) $9.99 G-GUNDAM VOLUME 2 GN by Yadate & Tomino, Chiba, & Takayama, Tokita & Takayama As seen on Cartoon Network! Domon recovers from the shock of being defeated by D Gundam and undergoes strenuous training in preparation for the following battles he must endure. This task will not be an easy one so long as Master Gundam and a cadre of other fighters stand between him and his goal of one day being the Gundam Fight champion! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 3) $9.99 GRAVITATION VOLUME 2 GN by Maki Murakami Just when Shuichi Shindou's rock star dreams seem to be coming together, everything falls apart. His gifted guitarist Hiro quits the band, the new manager wants to take Shuichi off the keyboards, and Shuichi finds himself constantly berated by their producer. The one person he can fall back on is his biggest critic, the cynical and abrasive Yuki. But in love, as with music, the more serious things become the greater the pressure — Gravitation takes its toll. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 12) $9.99 GTO VOLUME 14 GN by Tohru Fujisawa The class trip to Okinawa has come to an end and everyone reflects upon their new memories. However, Miyabi will have none of it and continues her efforts to expel Onizuka by recruiting a very special former classmate to wreak havoc. Onizuka reacts in his usual fashion and finds out the hard way that this new kid on the block, Mayu, is Chairwoman Sakurai's grandson! Onizuka receives the shock of his life when his greatest benefactor turns her back on him just when he needs her the most. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (14 of 25) $9.99 HAPPY MANIA VOLUME 3 GN by Moyoco Anno Shigeta meets a handsome ceramicist and falls head over heels for him while Fuku gets a new boyfriend. Life seems to be heading in the right direction for the first time in ages when Shigeta discovers that her new crush is not exactly on the level. Sometimes it's not who you know, but what you know about them that matters. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 5) $9.99 INITIAL D VOLUME 7 GN by Shuichi Shigeno Tak attends a late night battle between the Redsuns and Nightkids. Standing at the roadside, he watches the high-speed race and is surprised to discover that he has come to enjoy this lifestyle. A hard rain starts to fall and a junior member of the Redsuns suddenly challenges Takumi to a rain battle. Iggy is in for the ride of his life as they barrel down the mountain pass at full throttle. Published in Authentic Manga Format (Right-to-Left). SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (7 of 23) $9.99 I.N.V.U. VOLUME 3 GN by Kang Won Kim Things heat up between Hali and the high school's most eligible bachelor, Mr. Cho. And bad boy Siho finds his feelings for Sey becoming more intense. Will he win her heart over or is she too love sick about Mr. Cho to see a good thing in front of her. Rea's career takes a sudden turn when her dad finds out about her moonlighting gig as a model. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 4) $9.99 JING: KING OF BANDITS VOLUME 2 GN by Yuichi Kumakura Jing has made quite a few enemies during his thieving adventures and one of them has finally caught up with him. During their battle a young girl comes to his rescue and takes him to a safe haven but his pursuer is relentless and sends a giant crocodile to take care of Jing once and for all. SC, 5x7, 216pg, b&w (2 of 7) $9.99 KING OF HELL VOLUME 2 GN by Na In-Soo & Kim Jae-Hwan After he is forced to fight an old enemy who has been plotting revenge against him for 300 years, Majeh visits the mountain where his physical form resides under the watchful eye of the beautiful Dohwa. Upon receiving orders from his master, the King of Hell, Majeh leaves for another battle to reclaim lost souls. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 3) $9.99 LOVE HINA VOLUME 13 GN by Akamatsu Ken Naru and Keitaro have been acting lovey-dovey since they returned from their little trip and it's driving everybody crazy! But before the issue can be resolved, Keitaro's grandmother announces that she will hand over the Hinata House to him on the condition that he marries one of the girls! It's all out war when the girls attack Keitaro in order to claim him for themselves! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (13 of 14) $9.99 LUPIN III VOLUME 6 GN by Monkey Punch No blood for oil! Lupin attempts to defuse a bomb at an oil refinery faster than his fellow defusist Okite. However, good old Zenigata will draw blood pretty much anywhere in his quest to nab his quarry. Lupin decides to move out of big oil and into corporate sabotage as he swindles the public sector swindlers right out of their swindling businesses. But is he imagining all of this? Maybe Lupin needs to see a headshrinker... provided he doesn't lose his head along the way. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (6 of 14) $9.99 MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH II VOLUME 1 GN—NEW PRINTING by CLAMP Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu are Tokyo schoolgirls with nothing else in common until one fateful day changes everything: the three are summoned to the magical realm of Cephiro and find that their lives are inexorably intertwined. Princess Emeraude, whose willpower keeps Cephiro safe, has been kidnapped by the sinister Zagato, and the three girls must become the legendary Magic Knights in order to save her. It's not going to be easy, as Zagato has sent his most powerful minions to stop the girls before they can fulfill their destinies. Protected by an ancient wizard's blessing and determined to find their way home, Hikaru, Umi, and Fuu begin the adventure of a lifetime! New pocket-sized format, in the traditional right-to-left. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (1 of 3) $9.99 MARMALADE BOY VOLUME 8 GN by Wataru Yoshizumi Yuu returns home to Japan and finally reveals the real reason he broke up with Miki. Miki and Yuu decide to continue their relationship with the promise of never having children. But when they announce their risque relationship to their family, the truth of Yuu's birth is revealed with pleasent results! SC, 5x7, 184pg, b&w (8 of 8) $9.99 MARS VOLUME 13 GN by Fuyumi Soryo Rei remembers more events from his childhood, and discovers the truth about his mother's mental illness. The complicated relationships within his family are all brought out into the open, including the fact that Rei's real father was a racecar driver who died in a horrific crash. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (13 of 15) $9.99 NIEA 7 VOLUME 1 GN Mayuko is a girl from a poor family who longs to make a change in her life. She goes to school and works multiple jobs, but her freeloading roommate NieA further complicates the situation. NieA is one of many alien outcasts who have integrated themselves into human society. Ironically, Mayuko feels more out of place than NieA, but perhaps she can learn something about herself from her irritating lodger. SC, 5x7, b&w (1 of 2) $9.99 PET SHOP OF HORRORS VOLUME 2 GN by Mari Akino Count D and his exotic pets have a way of changing a person's life for better or for worse. Whether it is fulfilling one's deepest desire or teaching an errant soul an important lesson in life, his magic always comes with a price. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 10) $9.99 POWER RANGERS: NINJA STORM CINE-MANGA VOLUME 1 GN The latest season in the Power Rangers saga ... delivered in Cine-Manga format! Power Rangers: Ninja Storm tells the story of three rebellious students who are the sole survivors at their ninja academy after evil aliens attack the Earth. With mankind on the brink of destruction, the fate of the world lies in the hands of these unlikely heroes. Their ninja master teaches them to harness ancient mystical energies that transform them into Power Rangers! RES. from Previews Vol. XIII #2 (Feb032162) SC, 5x7, 100pg, FC (1 of 3) $9.99 RAVE MASTER VOLUME 4 GN by Hiro Mashima Things haven't been too easy for the new Rave Master, Haru Glory. Ever since leaving his home to search for the missing Rave stones, he has been forced into one battle after another Now they're off for Tremolo Mountain, where a shooting star is said to have fallen 50 years ago. Could it actually be a Rave Stone? To find the stone, Haru and Elie must go undercover into the Enemy's Mine. Hiding from the Demon Card minions is tough enough, but when Haru learns a ruthless assassin is already on his trail, he must prepare for the battle of his life. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (4 of 18) $9.99 REBOUND VOLUME 3 GN The Johnan High basketball team must address some unresolved emotional conflicts before they face their archrivals from Tsukuba High. Things seem to be getting better when Nate recognizes Sawamura's long lost father working as a doorman in Sapporo. The cool-as-ice Nate is so shocked by this scene that he is not be able to concentrate on his game and this puts the team in danger of losing its tenuous grip on their lead! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 10) $9.99 SAMURAI DEEPER KYO VOLUME 2 GN by Kamijyo Akimine Yuya discovers that the man before her is no longer Kyoshiro, but Onime-no-Kyo. Kyo defeats the Bantouji brothers easily and viciously, and turns to face the last person alive: Yuya. Kyo spares her, promising to watch as she hunts for her brother's killer and to kill her if she fails. Once he puts his sword away, Kyo is gone and the spirit of Kyoshiro returns to his body. Kyoshiro leaves the town before the spirit of Kyo can harm his friends, but Yuya insists on traveling with him since there is a huge bounty on Kyo. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 18) $9.99 SHAOLIN SISTERS VOLUME 4 GN by Narumi Kakinouchi Nearly upon Drake's mountain-top lair, Bai Wang senses that her two fighters have been defeated by Julin and her sisters. Dispatching her remaining warriors to finish the job, Bai Wang faces Drake alone. However, Drake is waiting for her and a mysterious voice which seems to emanate from within him seizes control over Bai Wang's body. Impressed by her strength and will power, the voice asks, "What are you?" This triggers long forgotten memories, keys to Bai Wang's enigmatic past. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (4 of 5) $9.99 SHUTTERBOX VOLUME 1 GN by Tavicat From the Creators of Reality Check! When Megan Amano dreams, she travels to a place called Meridian University. Traditionally, spirits travel to the University to be educated before they are reborn into the world of the living. However, Megan is still alive and attends college in Santa Monica California by day and Meridian University at night. One night, Megan peers through the the shutter of her camera lens and discovers a mystery so deep that she begins to question her own existence and begins her search for answers. SC, 5x7, 182pg, b&w (1 of 2) $9.99 THE SKULL MAN VOLUME 7 GN by Kazuhiko Shimamoto with Shotaro Ishinomori With nothing to lose, Rasputin issues a direct challenge to the Skull Man. However, infighting in Rasputin's ranks severely weaken his team and the Skull Man returns to his secluded base to meet with Maya and Garo. There he unveils his feat of genetic engineering, Tobioka. But Garo may hold a secret that will unveil important details of a guarded past. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (7 of 7) $9.99 THE KINDAICHI CASE FILES: THE MUMMY'S CURSE GN The classic cases of boy detective Kindaichi! Hajime and Miyuki are invited to a wedding involving a pre-arranged marriage of their schoolmate, Wakaba Tokita. The village the marriage is to take place in is named after the six mansions positioned at the corners of the village, forming the Star of David. Each of the six houses is hiding a mummy, and each mummy is missing a body part. Owners of these houses are mysteriously killed one- by-one by the seventh Mummy. The murders, Hajime discovers, are related to an incident 27 years ago where villagers burned a church, killing the priest and his seven daughters. SC, 5x7, b&w (2 of 6) $9.99 TOKYO MEW MEW VOLUME 3 GN Ichigo has finally made contact with all of the other girls who make up Tokyo Mew Mew –– and, together, they must battle the aliens before they take over the world! Between battles, Ichigo is worried that Ayoma knows her secret identity. Will they have a future if he knows the truth?! SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (3 of 4) $9.99 VAMPIRE GAME VOLUME 2 GN by JUDAL The Vampire King Dusel, now reincarnated as Ishtar's pet wildcat, vows to avenge his previous slaughter at the hands of Phelios. But he has to find whom Phelios has been reincarnated as, something he can assess only by tasting his blood. Ishtar is more than willing to help, especially if it means seeing her cousins fight. But Ishtar's protector, Dales, enters the fight as well, intent on ensuring that none of the cousins emerge victorious. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (2 of 3) $9.99 WORLD OF HARTZ GN Han has always had trouble relating to women, but when he plays a new game called World of Hartz he finds himself involved in a totally immersive gaming experience that turns him into an online hero and an instant hit with all the virtual ladies. His growing reputation as the best Hartz player leads to a job offer from the game developer. Once inside, Han finds out that there is a lot more going on than fun, games, and chasing girls. A web of power, politics, and international conspiracies plus a game so addictive that it destroys lives add up to the ultimate challenge for Han as he fights to save his friends and his world. SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99 X-DAY VOLUME 1 GN It's senior year, and Rica is seriously stressed out. She's got more homework, exams, and papers than she can handle, and was recently dumped by her boyfriend. In other words: Life sucks! One day, she's chatting online when she meets three classmates who hate school as much as she does. Together, they hatch a plan to blow up the school when no one is present. The countdown is on for X-Day… SC, 5x7, b&w (1 of 2) $9.99 TONY RAIOLA DICK TRACY AND KIDNAPPED PRINCES Black-and-white detective strips. Facsimile edition of Dick Tracy Book #15. b&w $9.50 KRAZY & IGNATZ DAILIES VOLUME 1 PACIFIC COMIC CLUB EDITION Reprints dailies from January 1, 1921-march 31, 1921. b&w $9.50 SMILIN JACK VOLUME 1: HEAD TO HEAD WITH THE HEAD Collects dailies and Sunday strips from March 21, 1928-September 18, 1938. b&w $9.50 TOO HIP GOTTA GO GRAPHICS GROWING UP ENCHANTED #4 by Jack Briglio & Alex Szewczuk The resolution to the first story arc! Will Oli, Bradley, and Thomas escape from the grasp of a family of dragons? Will Anto get into any more trouble? And, how does Chad the Bad bully fit into all this? More rollicking fantasy adventure. b&w, 24pg $2.95 TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS BLANKETS GN by Craig Thompson Blankets explores the sibling rivalry of two brothers growing up in the isolated country, and the budding romance of two coming-of-age lovers. A tale of security and discovery, of playfulness and tragedy, of a fall from grace and the origins of faith. SC, 6x9, 592pg, b&w $29.95 UNLIKELY GN by Jeffrey Brown The follow-up to Clumsy, Unlikely continues to explore the nature of relationships in this story of how Jeffrey Brown lost his virginity. Excruciating detail and intimacy, drawn in an awkward style that both disarms and heightens the emotional impact of the work. MATURE READERS SC, 5x7, 256pg, b&w $14.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A CLUMSY GN by Jeffrey Brown Clumsy is the bittersweet story of a year long, long distance relationship, told through snippets of everyday life, drawn in a simple and elegantly awkward style that leaves you reminiscing about your own past love affairs. Perfect Bound. SC, 5x7, 232pg, b&w $10.00 ******************* VAMPEROTICA BABEBARIANS #2: THE ART OF AXEBONE RETURNS The incredible art of Axebone returns for another visual romp in the world of drop dead gorgeous barbarian babes. In addition to art, sketches, and illustrations, this volume also presents a special photo feature with the ultimate Babebarian, Shae Marks! Also available in a Shae Mark Nude Cover Edition! NOTE: Nude cover edition is not available in Canada or Hong Kong. MATURE READERS REG.—b&w, 32pg $2.95 NUDE PHOTO (CAUT: 3)—b&w, 32pg $3.95 VAMPEROTICA: DEADLY VIXENS TP Features three of Vamperotica's deadly vixens, including stories from Lust For Luxura #1, Blood Goddess #1 and Dark Fantasy #1. Photo features of Vamps include Lovette and Lori Benson. Over 100 pages of comic stories, photos, and sexy pin-ups! MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 108pg, b&w $7.95 VAMPEROTICA: GOTH MILK T-SHIRT Show the world your true colors with this awesome two-color design, featuring a stunning image of the Vampress Luxura by Kirk Lindo. Pre shrunk, pro weight 100% cotton black T-shirt. L-XL $9.99 THE VAMPIRE'S ADDICTION SPECIAL EDITION VIDEO A starving vampire crawls the streets of Atlanta's underground until her bloody past catches up to her. This evil tale will leave you gasping for breath! Also contains extra footage in this special edition. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES VHS SRP: $9.99 VAMPEROTICA: BLOODVAULT BLOOPERS CD-ROM & MAGAZINE SET From the original press run of the Vamperotica: Tales from the Bloodvault Official Movie Magazine comes this cool collectible set! In addition to the magazine, you also get an all- new video CD-ROM with outtakes and bloopers from the movie. (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS Set $9.99 VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS STARS OF THE MONTH HAL FOSTER: PRINCE OF ILLUSTRATORS by Brian M. Kane In the first comprehensive biography of Hal Foster, author Brian Kane examines the 70- year career drawings of one of the greatest illustrators of the 20th century. This book features quotes and sidebars. (STAR14738) SC, 8x11, 176pg, PC $19.95 THE JOHN ROMITA SKETCHBOOK HC This sketchbook reveals the artist's classic super-hero, advertising art, unpublished personal works, and good girl art. Features hundreds of vintage and unpublished drawings, and his career and technique! Includes a wraparound dustjacket, bonus essay, and a gold embossed leatherette cover. (STAR15402) HC, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $27.95 ****************** VIZ COMMUNICATIONS ANIMERICA AUGUST 2003 VOLUME 11 #8 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, and more! Remember, If it's anime in America, it's gotta be Animerica! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Magazine, 96pg, FC $4.95 ANIMERICA EXTRA AUGUST 2003 VOLUME 6 #8 In this issue: Short Program 2: Wakaba Moriyama's mystery is solved! Fushigi Yûgi: Miaka and Tamahome's most intimate moment… Video Girl Ai: Did Takashi set Moemi up? Steam Detectives: A new mystery begins! Revolutionary Girl Utena: Utena finally meets Dios! Marionette Generation: Kinoko and Izumi confront their parents' relationship! Banana Fish: The final blow in Ash's battle with Arthur! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 160pg, b&w $4.95 SHONEN JUMP SEPTEMBER 2003 VOLUME 1 #9 Dragon Ball Z: Defeated by the Androids, Earth's heroes regroup and plan their next move… and Piccolo makes the fateful decision to rejoin his ancient nemesis Kami-sama. Yu-Gi-Oh!: Over 60 pages! Yusuke's classmate Hanazaki likes superhero comics, but can the super-hero Zombire save him from trouble in the real world? Yuyu Hakusho: Yusuke's back, and now he's a "Spirit Detective"! His first assignment is to get back three evil artifacts from the demons Gouki, Kurama, and Hiei! One Piece: Roronoa Zoro vs. Kabaji the Acrobat! Naruto: To fight Zabuza, Kakashi unleashes the mystic powers of his hidden left eye! Shaman King: With his soul enslaved by an evil sorceress, a dead kung fu master comes back as a rampaging zombie! His target: Yoh Asakura! Sandland: Rao, Beelzebub, and Thief find the source of the river — and an unbelievable secret. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 352pg, PC $4.95 THE ALL-NEW TENCHI MUYÔ! VOLUME 2: DOOM TIME GN by Hitoshi Okuda Super genius Washu invents a way to stop time, Galaxy Police officer Mihoshi foils a bank robbery, cute energy-eating robots invade Sasami's school and the ruler of planet Jurai visits earth and promptly throws a royal hissy fit. Plus, the first two chapters of the epic Dark Washu saga! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 184pg, b&w $8.95 BASARA VOLUME 1 GN by Yumi Tamura In the future, an apocalypse all but destroys the world, throwing Japan into a pre- technological desert wasteland where fierce kings use murder and destruction to keep the terrified peasantry in line! When Tatara, the prophesized "Child of Destiny" is born, his twin sister Sarasa is witness to the seeds of hope also born in the people of her town and the surrounding country. But the Red King will not stand for the sedition of this "Child of Destiny," and he ruthlessly murders Tatara before the horrified eyes of the town. Now the only thing that will keep the townsfolk from being slaughtered as well is if Sarasa can pretend to be her brother and lead the people of her village to safer ground. But how long can Sarasa keep up the pretense of being savior of the world? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. MATURE READERS SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 BOYS OVER FLOWERS: VOLUME 1 HANA YORI DANGO GN by Yoko Kamio Tsukushi Makino has been accepted into the prestigious Eitoku academy. From a middle class background and poor compared to her classmates, a diploma from Eitoku would give her the freedom to become whatever she wants. Life changes dramatically for Tsukushi when her only friend, Makiko falls on Tsukasa Domyoji, the explosive leader of the "F4," a group of the four most handsome and richest young men at the school. Domyoji refuses to accept Makiko's apology and Tsukushi steps in to protect her friend. A red tag appears in Tsukushi's locker the next morning — a sign from the F4 that she is to be bullied by the school. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 216pg, b&w $9.95 CASTLE IN THE SKY VOLUME 1 GN by Hayao Miyazaki The classic tale by the Academy Award-winning director of Spirited Away! A legend of the days of the first flying machines, where fantastic adventure takes to the air in search of the Castle In The Sky! Pirates greedy for treasure, and secret agents hungry for power, are both chasing Sheeta, a young girl who wears a mysterious blue stone around her neck. The stone's power makes Sheeta defy gravity — and float down into the life of Pazu, a tough young orphan boy inventor. What ancient secrets link Sheeta's stone to the incredible dangers and mysteries of the Castle In The Sky? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 164pg, b&w $9.95 CASTLE IN THE SKY VOLUME 2 GN by Hayao Miyazaki A crusty old miner tells the kids about the legends that link Sheeta's "levitation stone" to the story of the ancient civilization that built Laputa, the Castle in the Sky. But no sooner have they emerged into daylight again than Muska's men capture Pazu and Sheeta, taking them to a military fortress where more secret technology awaits. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 164pg, b&w $9.95 CASTLE IN THE SKY VOLUME 3 GN by Hayao Miyazaki Sheeta calls upon her childhood memories to plot a course towards Laputa, the legendary floating Castle in the Sky. But they're in a dangerous race with the giant armored zeppelin Goliath, where Muska still has Sheeta's pendant –– working as a navigational beacon pointing straight for the Castle! The prize everyone is searching for is now very near…but will both sides destroy each other before they can set foot on Laputa? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 164pg, b&w $9.95 DRAGON BALL Z VOLUME 12 GN by Akira Toriyama As the battle on Namek turns the entire planet into a fireball, Goku shows his opponent Freeza mercy who shows no gratitude. Awaiting Goku's return, Earth's heroes are shocked to find that Freeza is back, swearing to destroy the Earth! But as the heroes prepare to make one last stand, another mysterious warrior appears out of nowhere. His name is Trunks, a time traveler from the future. But Trunks has come to deliver a shocking message, and the future isn't looking good... (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 EXCEL SAGA VOLUME 1 GN by Rikdo Koshi Today the city — tomorrow, the world! That's the plan of Il Palazzo, the haughty, pretty- boy leader of Across, a secret society based somewhere deep beneath the streets and sewers of Fukuoka, Japan. Across begins its bid for global domination with just two members — Il Palazzo and Excel, the teenaged girl smitten with him. After setting up house, Il Palazzo explains that the budget for world conquest and for room and board must be kept separate. They hope their neighbors will overlook the irregularities of their comings and goings; not to mention the sound of screams, struggles, and gasoline explosions! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 FLAME OF RECCA VOLUME 1 GN by Nobuyuki Anzai Meet Recca Hanabishi, a regular high-school kid who hopes one day to become a ninja. Suddenly, he discovers he's had super ninja secret powers all along! Together with his friends, Recca slowly learns how to navigate the ancient and oft-times arcane world of ninja warriors. Not only does he already possess the skills of a ninja, he also harbors the ability to control fire. On the day he pledges his undying ninja allegiance to a pretty classmate named Yanagi Sakoshita. What's the deal with Fuko Kirisawa? Does she want to smash our hero to smithereens, or does she simply want to kiss him? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 192pg, b&w $9.95 GUNDAM: THE ORIGIN VOLUME 6 GN by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko World of Gundam 0079 like you've never seen before! In the civil war, half of humanity is wiped out, and Zeon's army of Zaku mobile suits is the deciding weapon. With the Federation's first Gundam out of action, Amuro miraculously stumbles upon a second unit! Now, in control of a machine with unparalleled destructive power, will Amuro's actions do more to help the colony's survivors or hurt them? This heart-stopping Gundam series reads in the original right-to-left Japanese format! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 128pg, b&w $7.95 GUNDAM WING: EPISODE ZERO GN—SECOND EDITION by Katsuyuki Sumisawa & Akira Kanbe Resourceful young pilots from the colonies — including a war orphan, a former child assassin, and the child of a traveling circus — answer the call to fight back against the tyrannical United Earth Sphere Alliance. As children, each of the Gundam pilots endured hardships that would have broken the will of any normal person. Visit a time in the pilots' youth when the events of a universe gone mad makes desperation just another part of daily life. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 264pg, b&w $9.95 HAMTARO ABC BOOK SC by Ritsuko Kawai Let the Hamtaro characters guide your child through the alphabet from "A" to "Z" with this uniquely shaped board book, perfect for little hands to grasp. "D" is for "doughnut" — and Hamtaro and Howdy are rolling around in doughnut inner tubes. "N" is for "nail" — and Panda has hammered them into a board in the shape of the letter. "S" is for "star" — and our Ham-Ham friends are hanging from them on swings. A fun way to combine your children's love of their favorite characters with learning. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 24pg, FC $5.95 HAMTARO, LET'S PLAY! VOLUMES 1-3 TP'S by Ritsuko Kawai Full-color games, puzzles, and original Hamtaro picture book stories! Stick-'n'-Play reusable stickers that can be put on the pages in different spots! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for kids to learn all they can about the lovable creature, Hamtaro, by using their imaginations and their hands! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #12 (Dec022975) VOL. 1––SC, 16pg, FC $7.95 RES. from Previews Vol. XII #12 (Dec022974) VOL. 2––SC, 16pg, FC $7.95 RES. from Previews Vol. XIII #2 (Feb032218) VOL. 3––SC, 16pg, FC $7.95 HAMTARO BOARD GAME BOOK When ten-year old Laura moves to a new town, she's not the only one who has to make new friends. Her pet hamster, Hamtaro, also needs to get used to his new surroundings and find new hamster friends. Meet Hamtaro and his gang of hamster pals, known as "The Ham-Ham Gang" as they join forces to help Laura solve various problems and embark on countless adventures. Currently one of Japan's hottest children's television programs, Hamtaro makes its U.S. debut on Cartoon Network in June 2002. This clever board game book, folds open to create several different game boards. It includes six game pieces in the shapes of the Ham-Ham bunch, a battery-powered die, and simple instructions! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #7 (Jul022361) FC, 14pg $16.95 NARUTO VOLUME 1: THE TESTS OF THE NINJA GN by Masashi Kishimoto Naruto learned the truth about the spirit of the demon fox sealed within him, but it didn't change his goal to win the respect of the village by becoming the greatest ninja ever! First he must pass the test to enter the Ninja Academy; deal with his would-be rival, Konohamaru; and learn to get along with his new classmates. Assigned to a three-person team, Naruto must survive a test against an upper-level ninja instructor. But only two people can pass... which one will fail? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 192pg, b&w $7.95 NO. 5 VOLUME 2 GN by Taiyo Matsumoto In this second volume, with No.'s 8 and 9 down for the count, No. 5 continues his battle against the forces of the Rainbow Council. In a world that has become 70% harsh desert, the Rainbow Council of the International Peace Keeping Forces, a team of super-powered global security guardians, have a growing crisis on their hands. No. 5, one of their own and known within the council as their top marksman, has left his post and gone rogue. It's up to the other guardians to track him down — but No. 5, with his mysterious companion Matroshka, won't go down without a fight. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 144pg, b&w $15.95 PROJECT ARMS: THE FIRST REVELATION VOLUME 1: AWAKENINGS by Ryoji Minagawa From the creators of Spriggan (Striker by Viz) comes a new tale of nano-machines, cybernetic assassins, powerful telekinetic opponents, and a secret organization dedicated to bring forth the next evolution of man! (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. RES. from Previews Vol. XII #3 (Mar032500) SC, 208pg, b&w $9.95 SILENT MOBIUS VOLUME 11: HELL GN by Kia Asamiya The supernatural science-fiction thriller by Kia Asamiya, current co-penciler for The Uncanny X-Men! Ganossa Maximillian, chief envoy of the Lucifer Hawks, has set into motion an insidious plan to re-open the gateway to Nemesis. He's already put Katsumi Liqueur under the Demon Sword Medium's control. Now, he's set his sights to destroy Rally Cheyenne, the chief of the A.M.P. Meanwhile, in a desperate attempt to fight back, the other members of the A.M.P. have discovered a dangerous way in which to break Medium's hold over Katsumi. But will the sacrifice be too great? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 184pg, b&w $12.95 TUXEDO GIN VOLUME 1 GN by: Tokihiko Matsuura High school student Ginji Kusanagi has just met the girl of his dreams. Unfortunately, Ginji is dead! Trapped between life and death, Ginji encounters a strange being who offers him a loophole in the cycle — if he is reincarnated as an animal and lives out it's natural life, then he may be reborn back into his original body. Ginji still wants to go on that first date with Minako, so goes through with the deal. Although Ginji is still sentient and thinks like his former human self, in his new life as a penguin, he can't talk to humans anymore. In this most silly of romantic love-comedies, is there a chance for love to bloom between a boxing penguin and a beautiful girl!? (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 WEDDING PEACH VOLUME 1 GN by Sukehiro Tomita & Nao Yazawa In a world where the wedding chapel has become a war zone between good and evil, three young girls transform themselves into mighty morphin' warriors of love! Wedding Peach features first-year middle-school student Momoko Hanasaki and her two friends Yuri and Hinagiku — who transform into demon-fighting super-powered angels! One day, cute little Momoko Hanasaki is mooning over the captain of her school's soccer team. And the next day she's fighting evil as the angelic Wedding Peach. Here for the first time in the U.S. is the original issue of Wedding Peach and her friends, Angel Lily and Angel Daisy. Together they unite to battle the wicked Rain DeVilla. Will the power of love help them save the day? Only Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, knows for sure. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. SC, 200pg, b&w $9.95 WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS MAID ATTACK #2 by Eisu 2018: Katharine Golt, the infamous Champion Hunter, has entered Maid Attack, the fighting tournament for domestically employed women! In order to advance, she must defeat 99 opponents at once! Is she up to the challenge? Can she keep her apron clean? Bi-monthly. b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $3.95 ZEN COMICS ZEN #3 by Steve Stern & Bill Maus Zen pays an overdue visit to Capshaw and learns of her encounter with her father's spirit. In the Underground Kingdom, plans proceed to destroy the NYC subway system. This issue features the return of the most enigmatic character — VOX, The Cosmic Entity! FC, 32pg $2.95 MAGAZINES SECTION PREMIER VENDORS COMIC BOOK MARKETPLACE #104 New life has been breathed into the Caped Crusader by the team of Jim Lee (artist) and Jeph Loeb (writer). In this issue, Comic Book Marketplace takes another look at Batman from the '30s to the present! Also including our regular features! That Wonderful Year… by Michelle Nolan, Funnies Farrago by R.C. Harvey, Nolan's Notebook by Michelle Nolan, Inspiration Central by Bill Baker, Oddball Comics by Scott Shaw!, Collectable Character Statues by Mike Wilbur, CBM Marketwatch by CBM's Advisors, The Naiman Report by Michael Naiman, Marketplace Mail and much more! Magazine, b&w $5.95 MAGAZINES SECTION Comic Magazines ALTER EGO #26 Spotlights joltin' Joe Sinnott and Irwin Donenfeld! All this and more! ! Also, rare art by Neal Adams, Carmine Infantino, Joe Shuster, Bob Kane, Mort Meskin, and many more! Plus: Alex Toth on comic art, and FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with C.C. Beck and Marc Swayze! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 COMIC BOOK ARTIST VOLUME 2 #2 Frank "The Monkey Boy" Cho speaks! We get the story behind Brandy, Oscar the Weiner Dog, Dean and the entire Liberty Meadows gang as one of the finest artists working today gets the CBA treatment when we examine his career in-depth with an exhaustive interview, sketchbook gallery, special color section, and Shanna the She-Devil preview! Plus comrade Chris Goss, creator of The Red Star, resurrecting the Evil Soviet Empire. (Top Shelf Productions) Magazine, 100pg, PC $7.50 COMIC SHOP NEWS #838-842 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 #1549 Writing up the writers. CBG's Fan Awards results continue with a focus on Favorite Writer. Regular columnists Andrew Smith, Craig Shutt, Peter David, and Tony Isabella share their writings, as well. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1550 Drawing out the winners! The Fan Awards results near their end with Favorite Penciller. And, CBG's Retailer Review panel looks at products scheduled to ship in September. In addition, columns by Craig Shutt, Peter David, Tony Isabella, and Andrew Smith make this an issue you'll want to collect, as well. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1551 The Fan Awards Series concludes! CBG's Fan Awards wrap up with the Favorite Series award! Did your favorite make the grade? Columns by Peter David, Tony Isabella, Andrew Smith, and Craig Shutt make this a can't-miss issue. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1552 Take a vacation jaunt with Mr. Silver Age! Craig Shutt (aka Mr. Silver Age) shares insights from the 1960s in this issue. Columnists Peter David, Tony Isabella, and Andrew Smith also join the fun with their unique brand of commentary. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $3.99 COMICS INTERNATIONAL #161 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 $2.50 COMICS REVUE #208 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 DRAW! #7 The professional "How-To" magazine on comics, cartooning, and animation, kicks off with a cover by featured artist Daniel Brereton! In an interview, learn his full-color techniques. Plus: caricaturist Zach Trenholm! He gives a step-by-step demonstration! Also, Alberto Ruiz provides a custom brush lesson on Adobe Illustrator. (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 88pg, b&w $5.95 THE EXTRAORDINARY WORKS OF ALAN MOORE TP The reclusive British author tells his own story in an extensive series of interviews! Moore displays his trademark wit and insight on the comics that have shaped his legendary career—from his own beginnings on Swamp Thing and Watchmen, to the current success of his own America's Best Comics and League of Extraoridinary Gentlemen. Editor George (Kimota!) Khoury has assembled rare strips, scripts, artwork, and photographs of the author, most never published before. It also features Moore's closest collaborators, elaborating on their relationships. Included are the rare Moore stories "Pictopia," "Lust," his unseen work on Judge Dredd, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) SC, 8x11, 208pg, PC $24.95 HUMOR TIMES JULY 2003 Humor Times is full of great cartoons and humor columns, including some of the country's finest editorial cartoonists, who take a look at what's happening on the world stage while adding their own commentary via the irreverent art of cartooning. Also featured are nationally known comedian Will Durst's column, among others. In addition, there are lots of great panel cartoons! (Humor Times) Magazine $3.00 SKETCH MAGAZINE #21 This issue pays homage to Michael Avon Oeming (Powers). As always, Sketch satisfies with numerous "how-to" instructionals from tried-and-true industry talent, and is packed with penciling, computer coloring, and marketing tips to help you become an artistic rising star. Great information, inspiration, and fun! (Blue Line Pro) Magazine, 64pg $5.95 TRIPWIRE MAGAZINE VOLUME 5 #3 In this Joss Whedon special, the magazine will be getting the full lowdown on the new series, talking to its producers as well as Whedon himself. Plus, information on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel; Rick Veitch's Aquaman series: and Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker's Gotham Central series. (Tripwire) (CAUT: 4) RES. From Previews XII #10 (OCT022907) Magazine, 96pg, FC $5.95 WRITE NOW! #5 The magazine that gives you writing tips and tricks from today's top comics, animation, and science-fiction writers and editors. Featured is red-hot Detective Comics penciler Tommy Castillo. Also, in-depth discussions with Will Eisner, J. Michael Straczynski, and Oni Press co-founder Bob Schreck. (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 80pg, b&w $5.95 Collector Magazines ANIMATION MAGAZINE AUGUST 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 (#221)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BASKETBALL (#157)—Magazine, FC $4.99 FOOTBALL (#160)—Magazine, FC $4.99 HOCKEY (#154)—Magazine, FC $4.99 RACING & MOTORSPORTS (#108)—Magazine, FC $4.99 SPORTS COLLECTIBLES (#147)—Magazine, FC $4.99 BECKETT'S DRAGONBALL Z COLLECTOR #33 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 #48 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 BECKETT'S BEST OF DRAGONBALL Z QUARTERLY #11 This exciting bi-monthly issue features awesome foil covers! Plus, inside are two large posters, two fantastic contests, coverage on all the favorite DBZ characters, episode reviews, a complete DBZ Price Guide, and much more! (Beckett's Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $9.99 DIE-CAST DIGEST JULY 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 AUGUST 2003 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 the most popular and anticipated toy releases! (Lee Publications) Magazine, FC $5.95 MODELER'S RESOURCE #53 Fred DeRuvo drives a stake through the heart of a vampire with Tower of London's new The Night Stalker resin kit! Hilber Graf takes a Run through the Jungle and provides us with techniques that help us create a realistic tropical look for your dioramas! Plus reviews, buildups, and modeling galore! Bi-monthly. (Adroit Publications) Magazine, 66pg, PC $5.99 NON-SPORT UPDATE VOLUME 14 #4 A look at the Garbage Pail Kids in a new Topps series. Read about the old and new kids! Also, an Angel Season 4 promo. Regular features are "New Card Review," the "Promo Column," "Non-Sports Timeline," "We Hear You," "Finders Keepers," "and "Cards Online." Bi-monthly. (Non-Sport Update) Magazine, 88pg, PC $4.50 SUPER 7 MAGAZINE #3 The first US magazine dedicated to Japanese Toy Culture, with exclusive vinyl figure offers! This issue features Go Nagai's Devilman, and legendary artist , Pushead. Includes a comprehensive look at Optimus Prime/Transformers toys. Plus articles on Urban Vinyls, Bandai Kaiju, Robodatchi Diecast, Micronauts, Godzilla, Jumbo Machinders and more! Quarterly. (Super-7 Media, Inc. ) Magazine, 64pg, FC $5.95 TOMART'S ACTION FIGURE DIGEST #112 JULY 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 TOMARTS DISNEYANA UPDATE JULY/AUGUST #53 Featuring departments on "Animation Art Auction Results," the "Walt Disney Classic Collection Price Guide," "Bean Bags from Around the World," and more. (Tomart Publications) Magazine $6.00 TOY CARS AND MODELS MAGAZINE VOLUME 6 #9 The annual foreign models and manufacturers issue. Toy Cars & Models provides comprehensive coverage of the model car hobby without bias toward scale, subject, manufacturer, or material, offering extensive news stories, reader polls, and an active letters column! Satisfying even the most discriminating collector! (Krause Publications) Magazine, FC $5.50 TOY SHOP #310-312 Get the latest industry news and product information in these issues, along with the popular Q&A and vintage toy segments. Toy Shop provides toy news, information and product releases you won't find anywhere else — perfect for the beginning collector or the seasoned veteran. Toy Shop provides toy news, information and product releases you won't find anywhere else. (Krause Publications) Tabloid $5.99Ea. TUFF STUFF SEPTEMBER 2003 Besides featuring a free Upper Deck Inspirations Basketball card, the September issue will feature a five-page Entertainment Card Price Guide as well as pricing for sports cards. Also find pricing on figures, autographs and bobbleheads. Find out what the top 10 hottest cards and 20 most undervalued cards are as well as market reports for autographs, baseball, football, basketball and hockey. (Krause Publications) Magazine $4.99 Game Magazines DRAGON #311 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 #103 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 #30 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, novels 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 SEPTEMBER 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 SEPTEMBER 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 SEPTEMBER 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 #63 Celebrate Magic: The Gathering's 10th anniversary! This square-bound special issue expands by 32 pages to offer a complete look at Magic's past, present, and future, including a complete player's guide listing every Magic card ever printed! Also find pricing and strategies on all your favorite CCG and CMGs like Magic, HeroClix, Yu-Gi- Oh!, Lord of the Rings, and more! Plan your gaming schedule with the Scrye Convention and Tournament Calendar. (Krause Publications) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $6.99 WHITE DWARF #281 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 JULY/AUGUST 2003 Airbrush Action's cover feature is Dawn Holmes, internationally known motorcycle tank art queen. Also, winners of the Annual Airbrush Excellence Competition, the annual Projector Buyer's Guide, part two of Vince Goodeve's Demon motorcycle tank how-to, the fourth installment of Wizard's "Between the Lines" pin-striping column, T-Shirt Tactics, Q&A, Kustom Q and much more! (Airbrush Action) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #9 Buffy Magazine talks with David "Angel" Boreanaz and Eliza "Faith" Dushku and gets the latest on what's happening with Angel, Buffy, and bad girl Faith's crossovers on both series. Plus, a look back at the past seven seasons of Buffy, and the best bits! Available in Newsstand and Previews Exclusive cover editions! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) NEWSSTAND ED.––Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ED.––Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 CINEFANTASTIQUE AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2003 This issue includes exclusive episode guides as well as interviews with casts and crews from hit shows Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Smallville, Angel, Enterprise, Stargate SG-1, The Dead Zone, and Alias. This issue also features a retrospective on Battlestar Galactica, and what's going on with the Sci-Fi Channel's remake! (Cinefantastique) Magazine $6.99 CINESCAPE AUGUST 2003 Featuring"sneak peaks" and extensive photos for all of your favorite/soon-to-be-favorite new and returning genre series. Also, actress Kate Beckinsale as a tough as nails vampire warrior! Plus; Once Upon a Time in Mexico starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek, and The Rock's "bounty hunter in search of fortune" actioner, Helldorado. Plus, reviews of all your favorite comics, music, books, toys, games, and DVDs. (Mania Entertainment) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, FC $6.99 CULT TIMES #95 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 DARK SIDE #104 An exclusive interview with Mike Vraney, head honcho behind the crackpot DVD company aptly named Something Weird! Plus, Ruggero Deodato, the chap who gave us such infamous nasties as Cannibal Holocaust and The House On The Edge Of The Park. Also, a homage to the French-made chiller Les Yeux Sans Visage. (Stray Cat Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.50 DOCTOR WHO IN VISION #108 Recounting the making of the 1996 TV movie starring Paul McGann and Sylvester McCoy. Includes scripts, production notes, design plans, and photographs supplied by Producer Philip Segal. See the turbulent events that saw Doctor Who briefly on the air, before vanishing again. (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.00 DOCTOR WHO MAGAZINE #332 Doctor Who Magazine is the only official source for news, features, interviews and full- colour comic strip action devoted to BBC Television's immortal traveller in time and space! In this issue, a special report from Andrew Pixley about Doctor Who's special relationship with that other classic children's series, Blue Peter. (Panini) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 52pg, FC $6.80 DOCTOR WHO SPECIAL EDITION MAGAZINE #5 The full, unexpurgated story of Doctor Who's turbulent road back the screen, from its cancellation in 1989 to the Doctor's rebirth, in the form of Paul McGann, in 1996. Featuring an all new 'Archive' feature on the US TV Movie by Andrew Pixley and a full analysis of the Eighth Doctor on CD, in comics and on the printed page. Plus scores of rare and previously unpublished photographs. (Panini) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $9.99 DREAMWATCH #108 Sarah Michelle Gellar is finally leaving Buffy! Is it the end of the world as we know it? Or will a fresh Slayer take up the challenge? Hear from Alyson Hannigan, Joss Whedon, and Geller herself! Plus, Andromeda, Tomb Raider 2, Enterprise, Strange, and more! (Titan) Magazine, 84pg, FC $5.99 FANGORIA #226 This issue focuses on Freddy Vs. Jason from New Line, as well as Screen Gem's Underworld — the new flick dealing with both vampires and werewolves! Also, news on Jeepers Creepers 2, where a busload of jocks and cheerleaders are terrorized. Plus, The Butterfly Effect by Final Destination 2 writers! Plus, the latest horror news, updates, gossip, and reviews! (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 FORTEAN TIMES #174 Become a student of American iconoclast Charles Fort with this expansive guide to the bizarre. Features news, reviews, and research on strange phenomena, experiences, and curiosities from the intricacies of crop circles to phantom hitchhikers. It's wild, it's funny, it's open-minded, yet skeptical — and it's true! (JB Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 100pg $7.25 G-FAN #64 A special summer issue devoted entirely to Godzilla, the King of the Monsters. His movies, his powers, his enemies. His past triumphs, his current activities, and his mysterious future! Everything you wanted to know, and more, about the world's greatest giant monster. (Daikaiju Enterprises) Magazine, 84pg, PC $4.95 G-8 AND HIS BATTLE ACES #9 Officers at G.H.Q. stared at that map of the year Front in horror. Too late, they realized the 39th American division had walked into a Boche trap—a trap that might snap shut any minute, hurl thousands of Yanks to hell! Reprinting in facsimile format the June 1934 "The Dynamite Squadron." SC, 7x10, 112pg, b&w $9.95 HIGH TIMES SEPTEMBER 2003 SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (High Times) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Canada. ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 84pg, FC $4.99 JADE SCREEN VOLUME 1 #6 This special Bruce Lee issue marks the 30th Year Anniversary of the films and life of the martial arts master. Walker: Texas Ranger's Chuck Norris talks about working and fighting with Bruce Lee on the 1973 classic, Way of the Dragon. Plus, look at the films like The Big Boss, Game of Death, and Enter the Dragon. Also, Way of the Dragon villain Jon Benn interviewed! Magazine $7.95 JUXTAPOZ SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2003 The brainchild of surrealist Robert Williams. Underground artists who influence much of the fashion, graphics, and new art seen today. Full-color layouts featuring painters, sculptors, cartoonists, and photographers. Plus, interviews, rare portfolios, sketches, and reviews.(High Speed Productions) Magazine, FC $4.99 LOCUS #510 An interview with Alan Moore, who discusses League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, From Hell, Promethea, and Watchmen! Plus, Charles Vess, and Neil Gaiman on seeig his words come to "life." Also featured is news on Harlan Ellison, Jeff Smith, Bryan Talbot, Colleen Doran, and Carla Speed McNeil. (Locus Magazine) Magazine, 70pg, b&w $5.95 MELTDOWN MAGAZINE #14 Queue up for meltdown's summer festival issue, featuring our guide to alternative music festivals. This issue features interviews with some of the key bands playing this year, plus features on Goth in Poland as well as all the usual fashion, beauty, clubbing, news, and reviews. Magazine $4.50 MONSTERS FROM THE VAULT #15 Classic horror/science fiction! Inside is a sneak peak at Steve Kronenberg's and Tom Weaver's "Creature from the Black Lagoon" chapter from their upcoming book, Universal Horrors 2. Also, learn more about the "Horror Crisis of 1932" and read a niece's tribute to the late Herman Cohen. Finally, Bryan Senn looks at a classic Universal double feature of the 1940s: Son of Dracula and The Mad Ghoul. (Monsters from the Vault) RES. from Previews Vol. XII #10 (OCT022956) Magazine $7.95 NEWTYPE ENGLISH VERSION MAGAZINE VOLUME 2 #8 AUGUST 2003 The English-language edition of Japan's #1 anime and manga publication, with all of the best Japanese content translated, plus loads of original material. Oversized, glossy, premium in every way. And like the Japanese original, it reads from right to left. How big is it? Twelve monthly issues, weighing in at almost 200 pages each. Free bonus gear in every issue: posters, postcards, a centerfold spread, a manga special and an exclusive DVD insert. (A.D. Vision) Magazine $9.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A OUTRE #1 We've found a limited supply of mint copies from almost ten years ago! Features full-color front and back covers of bombshell Jayne Mansfield, and an extensive, feature loaded with pictures. Also, interviews with Chow Yun Fat, Oscar winner Martin Landau on Tim Burton's Ed Wood, Vampira, and Sam Arkoff. Magazine, 84pg $5.95 ****************** PHANTOM OF THE MOVIES: VIDEOSCOPE #47 Features exclusive interviews with comic book legend Arnold Drake on writing for the nudies ("50,000 Years B.C. [Before Clothing]")! Also, George Romero on "The Crazies," "Two Evil Eyes" and all-new projects. Genre character king Clint (brother of Ron) Howard speaks out! Also H.P. Lovecraft, BMW Films Part 2, over 100 new genre- video/DVD reviews, and more! (Phanmedia Inc.) Magazine $5.95 PLAYBOY MAGAZINE & SPECIALS SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (Warner Publisher Services) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. ADULT MATERIAL PLAYBOY (SEPTEMBER 2003)––Magazine $4.99 PLAYBOY LINGERIE (SEP/OCT)––Magazine $6.99 PLAYBOY SPECIAL (SEP/OCT)––Magazine $6.99 RAF MAGAZINE #1 News, features, photos, and interviews on every aspect of the world's best air force. From front line action to cutting edge technology, the RAF rules! Check out the cutaway of an all-new Eurofighter by Graham (Thunderbirds) Bleathman. Plus, game reviews, and more! (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 84pg, FC $6.99 ROBOT WARS MAGAZINE #9 The new series of Robot Wars is about to kick-start into action. We bring you the low- down on the new competitors, the new House Robots, and Philippa Forrester's new hairstyle! Find out the secrets of the mean machines that patrol the Arena, and news on the latest bouts. (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 ROSCOES IN THE NIGHT SC by Robert Leslie Bellem With an introduction by John Wooley, this book comes complete with pictures and great new information on everyone's favorite Hollywood Private Eye — Dan Turner! (Adventure House) SC, 7x10, 400pg, b&w $17.95 RUE MORGUE MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2003 Ray Bradbury on Horror Pulp and It Came From Outer Space; Freddy Vs. Jason; Hellraiser graphic novels, and the art of Johnny Ace. Also in this May/June issue: Cabin Fever, Ringu Mania, Tim Burton Toys and more! Magazine, FC $6.95 SCARLET STREET #50 Vampires! Werewolves! Mad Doctors! And Beware of The Blob as Scarlet Street celebrates its 50th issue! Their "Columbia Horrors" series continues with Bela Lugosi in Return of the Vampire! Then The Blob slithers down Scarlet Street when we talk with Blob screenwriter Kate Phillips, who (under the name Kay Linaker) appeared in the classic Charlie Chan mysteries from 20th Century Fox! All this, plus exciting DVD and Book Reviews — and Forry Ackerman's popular "Crimson Chronicles," in the latest and greatest issue of Scarlet Street! Magazine $7.95 SCARY MONSTERS MAGAZINE #47 In this issue: a vintage Boris Karloff interview. Vintage coverage of past classics Brides of Dracula, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, The Boris Karloff Story, and Man of a Million Horrors. See "A Century of Fantasy and Fright Films: Part 5," exploring the atomic age of the 50s. Halloween articles include "The Halloween Jump of Horror," and "They Call Him Mr. Halloween." (Dennis Druktenis Publishing) Magazine $7.95 SFX #107 The UK's best-selling science fiction magazine brings its usual mix of everything sci-fi. Includes the monthly fix of Buffy, Angel, Smallville, and coverage of all the summer sci-fi blockbuster movies, and more! (Future Publishing) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $8.25 SHIVERS #107 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 SPECTRUM #34 Spectrum provides its usual in-depth analysis of the hit comic book movies of the year: X-Men II, The Hulk, and Daredevil! Plus: behind the scenes at Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a lengthy interview with producer Douglas Petrie (writer of acclaimed episodes "Fool for Love," "Enemies," and "Two to Go." (Win-Mill Productions) Magazine, b&w $5.95 STAR TREK COMMUNICATOR #146 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. (Decipher) Magazine, 100pg $5.95 STAR WARS INSIDER #70 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 #301-#302 Help to celebrate over 300 issues, as Starburst continues to offer its unique blend of the latest news, features, and interviews combined with a look back at Science Fiction classics. Plus, the finest reviews section known to man, with the cream of films, books, soundtracks, TV, comics, and DVDs all scrutinized for you! (Visual Imagination) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $6.99Ea. STARLOG #314 Get ready for Angelina Jolie in Lara Croft & The Cradle of Life! Plus, Arnold Schwarzenegger returns in T3: The Rise of the Machines! On the set of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen with Jason Flemying. Also The Hulk, and meet Pyro and Iceman from the X-Men 2 movie. Plus, Return of the King screenwriter Philippa Boyens, and more. (Starlog Group) (CAUT: 4) Magazine $7.99 ***************** Please refer to the Comics Section for Beckett's T3 comic! ***************** TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES OFFICIAL MAGAZINE #2 Packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes info, interviews, and character bios. Read "T3 Classified Materials," and learn about Terminator collectibles. Also, "Sub-Scene Scan" looks at making the movie, "Tech Com Battle Files: Focused Search" is part 2 of the extensive look at Arnold Schwarzeneggar's history. Also, a look at the "Before the Rise" comic book prequel! (Becketts Publications) Magazine, FC $9.99 TOMB RAIDER 2 OFFICIAL MAGAZINE Meet Lara Croft in the flesh! We talk to Angelina Jolie and get inside gossip on the deadliest film of the summer. Find out behind-the-scenes information on special effects, and get inside the mind of director Jan De Bont. Available in both Regular and Previews Exclusive covers! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) NEWSSTAND—Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE—Magazine, 68pg, FC $6.99 TV ZONE #166 & SPECIAL #52 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) ISSUE #166—Magazine, FC $6.99 SPECIAL #52—Magazine, FC $9.99 ULTIMATE DVD #45 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 #98 If you're into horror, science fiction, or 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 #66 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 XPOSÉ #82 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 THE PREVIEWS NEWSSTAND Check with your favorite retailer for these great magazines and periodicals, available every month from participating comics and specialty stores! 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With more than 600 full-color images, Calendar Girl is a titillating tribute to these sumptuous centerfolds of yesteryear, to the artists who rendered them, and to the veterans who remember them. (8679/1-888054-78-6) (CAUT: 4) HC, 10x13, 144pg, FC $39.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DAUGHTERS OF DARKNESS VOLUME 3 Satanic sirens that use their under-worldly charms to entrance and entrap mortal men to their eternal doom! Cover painting by Dorian. (STAR12981) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 DRAGONTAILS VOLUME 3 TP This third Dragontails volume presents those fabled winged reptiles, and the powerful women warriors who control them! Cover painting by Pelaez. (STAR15643) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 ************************* GAME ART TP by Dave Morris & Leo Hartas Covering everything from smooth animation basics to sharper 3-D, to the complex art of image manipulation and color resolution, Game Art is overflowing with practical, applicable ideas and simple guidelines for eager animators, and stands as an invaluable guide to the intricate world of digital fantasy. (356/0-8230-2080-0) (CAUT: 4) TP, 9x10, 192pg, FC $29.95 STARS OF THE MONTH LEATHER AND LACE VOLUME 3 REGULAR Fetish fashions and the ladies who wear them so well! A highly disciplined collection of art by professionals such as Arantza, DeMiguel, Esteban Maroto, Roca, Blas Gallego, Faster & Larson, Mike Hoffman, Boada, and Mitch Byrd to name a few. (STAR10037) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 MAD ART TP by Mark Evanier Harvey Kurtzman, Will Elder, Sergio Aragonés, Al Jaffee, Hermann Mejia, and Richard Williams are among MADs "Usual Gang of Idiots" represented in this authorized guide through MAD history, featuring a treasury of MAD's infamous advertising parodies, samples of classic covers and interior art, and dozens of rare and never-before-seen preliminary sketches, photos, and much more! (356/0-8230-3080-6) (STAR18071) HC, 8x11, 304pg, FC $24.95 **************************** THE PIN-UP ART OF ARCHIE DICKENS TP A contemporary of such cheesecake gods as Gil Elvgren and Alberto Vargas, "Cheeky", "saucy", "randy", and a variety of other British euphemisms can be employed when describing the works of Archie Dickens. Angelic faces with devilish designs has always been the hallmark of this renowned illustrator, whose fondness for lovely young innocents in not-so-innocent situations has delighted pin-up enthusiasts throughout the world for several generations. (232/0-86562-070-9) (CAUT : 4) MATURE READERS TP, 48pg, FC $14.95 STAR OF THE MONTH RICH LARSON'S HAUNTED HOUSE OF LINGERIE VOLUMES 2 & 3 This is the third collection of Rich Larson's bizarre gallery of scantily-clad cuties doing their best to escape the clutches of would-be monsters! (STAR15195) MATURE READERS SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $9.95 *********************** SANTE D'ORAZIO PHOTOGRAPHS HC Great Price! Originally published at $65.00! Kate Moss, Meg Ryan, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Lopez, Sharon Stone, Al Pacino, Johnny Depp, and Antonio Banderas are but a few of the notable supermodel and celebrity portraits captured by this superb internationally-renowned photographer. Printed on fine Italian paper in an oversized format, this exquisite showcase features 150 duotone and nine color plates. (7196) (CAUT : 4) MATURE READERS HC, 9x11, 246pg, FC $19.99 SUNKISSED HC by Joshua James Curtis, with a forward by Ann Ruthorford Through more than 300 archival images from his extensive memorabilia, complemented by informative, lively captions, photographer and portrait artist Joshua Curtis spotlights sexy sunwear and swimwear—and the lovely ladies who modeled it—from 1930 through 1950. (8679/1-888054-77-8) (CAUT : 4) HC, 9x10, 160pg, FC $24.95 TOON ART TP by Steven Withrow An engaging and informative companion to Game Art, Toon Art celebrates the art of cartooning as a means of expression as well as communication. Featuring a wide and historical range of striking examples, author Steven Withrow, a world-renowned master in the field of digital animation, offers a captivating look at the venerable innovators and the current champions of cartooning. (356/0-8230-5378-4) (CAUT : 4) TP, 9x10, 192pg, FC $29.95 STAR OF THE MONTH WOLFPACK TP These are stunning fantasy illustrations of women who command the creatures of the land, sea, and air to do their bidding! (STAR13711) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 64pg, b&w $9.95 ************************ BATMAN BATMAN READER #1: TIME THAW PB by Jesse Leon McCann, with illustrations by John Byrne Dangerous prehistoric creatures have come alive and invaded Gotham City! Can Batman keep his cool when he encounters the criminal Mister Freeze in this easy-to-read chapter book geared for young Bat fans. (7057/0-439-47096-X) (CAUT : 4) SC, 6x9, 48pg $3.99 BATMAN READER #2: COPYCAT CRIME PB by Devin Grayson, with illustrations by John Byrne An eight-year-old boy is missing, and mysterious notes are turning up all over Gotham City. Batman is on the case—but will he be able to match wits with the clever Riddler in this original chapter book written for young Bat fans. (7057/0-439-47096-X) (CAUT : 4) SC, 6x9, 48pg $3.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER ANGEL: ENDANGERED SPECIES MMPB by Nancy Holder & Jeff Mariotte Cordelia Chase is accustomed to being rocked by visions courtesy of the Powers That Be, but she's particularly disturbed to be visited by the image of Faith, whose recent incarceration is the least of her problems. The picture becomes clearer when Chaz Escobar, a one-time game hunter, arrives searching for his wife, Marianna, a vampire, who he suspects is the monster harassing Faith. When Faith is magically sprung from jail, and straight into Marianna's clutches, Angel, Gunn, Wesley, Cordy, and Chaz are off to his island sanctuary, where they discover Chaz's secondary goal—to rid the world of vampires, even those with a soul! (248/0-689-86210-5) (CAUT : 4) MMPB, 384pg $5.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BUFFY & ANGEL – SEVEN CROWS MMPB by John Vornholt Up to his neck in vampires an Arizona/Mexico border town, Buffy's old secret-agent flame Riley Finn turns to Angel for advice, while his wife contacts the Slayer for help. Romantic bloodlines are about to converge in a sleepy little town that is not what it seems. (248/0-689-86014-5) (CAUT : 4) MMPB, 240pg $6.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: BLOOD AND FOG MMPB by Nancy Holder On the trail of a modern-day killer in Sunnydale, Spike regales Buffy with his murderous past exploits, and the contribution one previous Slayer made to the most notorious manhunt in Europe…the search for Jack the Ripper! (248/0-7434-0039-9) (CAUT : 4) MMPB, 368pg $6.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER: CHAOS BLEEDS MMPB by James Moore The walls between the past, present, and alternate dimensions is breaking down, as arch- nemesis Ethan Rayne is back in Sunnydale! But, he's not alone. He's brought along a few old friends anxious to take on the Slayer: the rogue Slayer, Faith; the supposedly dusted vamp Kakistos; the Master; and Sid the Dummy. (248/0-7434-2767-X) (CAUT : 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 COLLECTING BARBIE DOLL FIELD GUIDE TP edited by Dan Stearns Perfect for Barbie doll collectors on the go, this reference provides vast amounts of information in an easy-to-carry pocket guide. With more than 1,500 Barbie dolls and accessories covered, this handy book contains the photos and values for one of America's favorite dolls made from 1959 to present. (143/0-87349-627-2) (CAUT : 4) TP, 4x5, 512pg, b&w $12.99 COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO PEZ 2ND EDITION TP by Shawn Peterson Boasting more than 600 images showcasing dispensers from 1952 to the present, veteran collector Shawn Peterson has updated and expanded this best-selling title to include the latest PEZ releases, 50th anniversary dispensers, vintage paper advertising, rare European releases, and improved PEZ convention coverage. Variations are discussed for each dispenser and updated pricing accompanies each listing. (143/0-87349-540-3) (CAUT : 4) TP, 8x10, 192pg, FC $24.99 COMIC VALUES ANNUAL 2003 TP by Alex G. Malloy Featuring special sections devoted to the highly collectible Golden Age, Color Comics, Black & White Comics, and Underground Comics, collectors will find valuable and accurate pricing information on nearly 100,000 classic and contemporary comics, complemented with more than 1,000 illustrations. (143/0-87349-573-X) (CAUT : 4) TP, 6x9, 840pg, b&w $19.99 HOT WHEELS 1968-1988 FIELD GUIDE TP edited by Dan Stearns With more than 500 classic vintage Hot Wheels cars made from 1968 to 1988 listed, complete with up-to-date values, clear photos, and detailed descriptions, including variation and color information, this handy pocket reference guide makes identification and valuation easy for the on-the-go collector. (143/0-87349-622-1) (CAUT : 4) TP, 4x5, 512pg, b&w $12.99 STANDARD CATALOG OF COMIC BOOKS TP—SECOND EDITION by John Jackson Miller, Maggie Thompson, Peter Bickford Brent & Frankenhoff The Standard Catalog is the largest resource on comic books in the history of collecting! Now in its second edition, this comprehensive reference guide covers more than 150,000 comic book published in North America since 1900 — listing the issue and after-market price, as well as the writers and artists who created them. Plus, information available nowhere else, including: original print runs, character appearances, and story titles for each individual selection, and includes features on the number of comics graded by the Comics Guaranty Corporation, as well as actual CGC-graded auction results for over 100,000 eBay auctions! (143/0-87349-719-8) TP, 8x11, 1248pg, b&w $34.99 TOMART'S DISNEYANA GUIDE TO PIN TRADING 3RD EDITION TP From locator and value guides to information on buying and selling, to how to get connected with other Disney Pin traders to an comprehensive history of Disney Pin collecting, this 3rd edition of Tomart's Disneyana Guide to Pin Trading depicts over 10,000 pins from Disney theme parks and Disney Stores around the world, plus pins issued by other Disney business groups and licensees. (220/0-914293-54-0) TP, 128pg, PC $27.95 COMIC THEMES BABY BOOMER COMICS TP by Craig Shutt Baby Boomer Comics delves into the wide variety of comics from the 1960s, comics' "Silver Age." With humorous and informative essays, the author covers key events affecting the four-color lives of Spider-Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Superman, Batman, and Green Lantern, among others. He also revels in some of the sillier stories from the Flower-Power era. Hundreds of full-color illustrations feature both covers and interior panels from this exciting and incredible period in comics' colorful history. Includes current market values for the showcased issue, plus comics trivia and more. (143/0- 87349-668-X) TP, 8x11, 208pg, FC $27.99 STARS OF THE MONTH CARTOON HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSE I TP by Larry Gonick Larry Gonick's celebrated series The Cartoon History of the Universe is a unique fusion of world history and the comics medium, a work of serious scholarship and a masterpiece of popular literature. An entertaining and informative illustrated guide originally published in 1990 that makes world history accessible, appealing, and funny, The Cartoon History of the Universe I collects volumes 1 to 7, introducing a funny yet endearing pictorial account of what occurred between the Big Bang and Alexander the Great. (235/0-385-26520-4) (STAR17921) TP, 359pg $21.95 CARTOON HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSE II: FROM THE SPRINGTIME OF CHINA TO THE FALL OF ROME TP by Larry Gonick Collecting volumes 8-13 and originally published in 1994, The Cartoon History of the Universe II describes, in hip, multicultural, and funny cartoon form, the ancient civilizations of the Near East and China, the origins of the Hindu gods, the roots of Buddhism, and the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. (235/0-385-42093-4) (STAR17922) TP, 320pg $21.95 *************************** HEROES & MONSTERS: THE UNOFFICIAL COMPANION TO THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN TP by Jess Nevins The book length celebration and analysis of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen features an exclusive interview and introduction by creator/writer Alan Moore, commentary by co-author and illustrator Kevin O'Neill, detailed panel-by-panel annotations of the comic series, plus numerous essays on the literary and historical origins of the various members of the League and their creators by author Jess Nevins. (491/1- 932265-04-X) (CAUT : 4) TP, 6x9, 232pg $18.95 MCSWEENEY'S MAMMOTH TREASURY OF THRILLING TALES TP edited by Michael Chabon Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Michael Chabon teams up with the editors of Dave Eggers's McSweeney's magazine to create this fiction anthology featuring sci-fi and detective stories updated with contemporary twists, yet driven by adventurous plots and narrative action reflecting written styles found in the pulp magazines from the days of yore. The roster includes such celebrated luminaries as Michael Crichton, Stephen King, Elmore Leonard, Nick Hornby, Neil Gaiman, Michael Moorcock, and Harlan Ellison. (235/1-4000-3339-X) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. TP, 5x8 $13.95 SON OF MAD TP by Various Continuing the best-selling series of reissues of the classic material that made an internationally recognized name of Mad Magazine! (248/0-7434-7496-1) (CAUT: 4) TP, 5x7, 208pg, b&w $9.99 FANTASY / SCI-FI BABYLON 5: DREAM IN THE CITY OF SORROWS MMPB by Kathryn M. Drennan Asked to revive a legendary Minbari warrior group known as the Rangers, former Babylon 5 commander Jeffery Sinclair, now ambassador to the alien world of Minbar, embarks upon a desperate mission to stop the Shadows. But, this selfless act may cost him his one chance to love…and his life! (235/0-345-45219-4) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 272pg $6.99 BIONICLE COLLECTOR'S STICKER BOOK by Greg Farshtey Filled with exciting info, awesome art, and more than 100 full-color Bionicle stickers featuring brand-new characters and a massive Mask of Light sticker, this book is a must- have for any Bionicle collector. (7057/0-439-50120-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 48pg $5.99 BIONICLE: MASK OF LIGHT PB by C.A. Hapka The Bionicle saga comes to a dramatic conclusion as the six heroes embark on a dangerous journey to find the Seventh Toa, with the fate of the island resting in the hands of an irresponsible young villager. Will he accept his destiny, or will the island of Mata Nui lie in darkness forever? (7057/0-439-50118-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 96pg $4.99 FAFHRD AND THE GRAY MOUSER BOOK 3: SWORDS IN THE MIST MMPB by Fritz Leiber Featuring a cover by Jim Steranko! Book 3 in the Lankhmar series thrusts our indentured sword-swinging servants into the question of hate, its power and its purpose. When Lankhmar gets too gritty, our travelers take to their other, less harsh mistress, the sea. But the sea can play tricks on men, and so can the Sea King. Soon, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser find themselves pawns in a life and death chess game, with all of Lankhmar being the pieces. How many pawns will be left on the board before someone wins? (248/0-7434-7465-1) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 240pg $6.99 MAX ALLAN COLLINS: MILLION DOLLAR WOUND MMPB by Max Allan Collins Haunted by the death of a friend in Guadalcanal, and surrounded by the mayhem of gangland murders, Nate Heller fights his memories and the Mob in this final volume in the Nathaniel Heller "Frank Nitti Trilogy," featuring the real-life mobster played in Road to Perdition by Stanley Tucci. (248/0-7434-7463-5) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 368pg $6.99 THE TWILIGHT ZONE BOOK 2: A GATHERING OF SHADOWS MMPB by Russell Davis Meet Mason Noir, the great-grandson of Thomas Noir and the thirteenth son of a thirteenth son…and soon to be heir of a vast family fortune—along with the temporal and magical power he's dreamed of for most of his life! (248/0-7434-7471-6) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 304pg $6.99 THE ULTIMATE ALIEN MMPB edited by Byron Preiss Introducing a classic collection of cutting-edge alien contact stories by some of science fiction and fantasy's most recognized and award-winning authors including Robert Silverberg, Arthur C. Clarke, Mike Resnick, Ed Gorman, Anne McCaffrey, and Nina Kiriki Hoffman. (248/0-7468-7463-6) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $7.99 G.I. JOE STAR OF THE MONTH G.I. JOE OFFICIAL HANDBOOK TP by Jake Warun Now G.I. Joe fans can read the top secret files on their favorite heroes and COBRA villains with this official dossier featuring full bios, stats, skills, power ratings, real names, and more! (7057/0-439-44930-8) (STAR17933) SC, 6x9, 48pg, FC $5.99 **************************** G.I. JOE VS COBRA: IRON EAGLE ACTIVITY BOOK by Michael Teitelbaum This activity book focuses on hi-tech gadgets, robots, and vehicles with connect-the-dots puzzles, circuitry mazes, jet navigation games, code breaking, and other mind-blowing G.I. Joe activities. (7057/0-439-45542-1) (CAUT : 4) SC, 7x10, 16pg $4.99 G.I. JOE VS COBRA: COLD HARD CASH PB by H. Kowitt After stealing one of the new $100 bill printing plates, Destro hatches a scheme to flood America with fake money, making him the richest man in the world. Now it's up to Duke and the rest of the G.I. Joe team to stop him and teach Destro that crime doesn't pay! (7057/0-439-45539-1) (CAUT : 4) SC, 5x7, 48pg $3.99 G.I. JOE VS COBRA: SHOOTING STARS PB by H. Kowitt Heavy Duty, G.I. Joe's weapons expert, has never had a challenge like this! How can he protect the Earth from a giant asteroid that COBRA has pulled onto a collision course? It's time for the ultimate showdown in outer space! (7057/0-439-45538-3) (CAUT : 4) SC, 5x7, 48pg $3.99 G.I. JOE VS COBRA: VENOM OF COBRA STICKER & COLORING BOOK by Michael Teitelbaum This coloring and activity book features the major COBRA characters and vehicles along with descriptions of their worst exploits—which would have been their proudest moments, if G.I. Joe wasn't around! Also includes cool COBRA stickers and electrifying fact cards! (7057/0-439-45541-3) (CAUT : 4) SC, 7x10, 32pg $3.99 G.I. JOE VS COBRA WAR GAMES #2: JUSTICE FOR ALL ACTIVITY BOOK by Michael Teitelbaum The second in the G.I. Joe War Games activity tablet series, Justice For All is chock full of the coolest games and puzzles to challenge any fresh cadet, each touting a "justice" theme. (7057/0-439-45540-5) (CAUT : 4) SC, 5x8, 48pg $2.99 HORROR BEYOND HORROR HOLOCAUST TP A Deeper Shade of Red by Chas. Balun This new updated version of the original 1986 splatter book Horror Holocaust serves as a comprehensive reference guide to the darkest, most wicked and shocking horror movies made during modern times as well as a blueprint detailing the future movement of shock films. (8170/1-888214-08-2) (CAUT : 4) MATURE READERS TP, 8x11, 256pg $22.95 HOW-TO STAR OF THE MONTH DRAGONBALL Z: HOW TO DRAW ACTION TP by Michael Teitelbaum Learn to draw the coolest DragonBall Z characters in exciting action poses, and create your own DragonBall Z adventures! All you need is a pencil, and your Super Saiyan drawing powers! (7057/0-439-43725-5) (CAUT: 3) (STAR7057) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. TP, 8x10, 32pg, b&w $4.99 ************************** DC COMICS GUIDE TO INKING COMICS TP by Klaus Janson, with an introduction by Frank Miller Legendary comic book inker Klaus Janson uses DC's world-famous characters— including Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman—to demonstrate an array of inking techniques in this third volume in the authoritative series of books on how to create comics. This one-stop sourcebook is packed with a wealth of tested techniques, practical advice, and professional secrets for the aspiring comic artist. (356/0-8230-1029-5) (CAUT: 4) TP, 7x10, 128pg, b&w $19.95 STARS OF THE MONTH DC COMICS GUIDE TO PENCILLING COMICS TP by Klaus Janson Klaus Janson, a 30-year veteran, demonstrates strategies for penciling that are informative and exciting. Covers everything from anatomy, to composition, to page design. Includes 100 black-and-white illustrations. (356/0-8230-1028-7) (STAR15185) TP, 7x10, 128pg $19.95 DC COMICS GUIDE TO WRITING COMICS TP by Dennis O'Neil Dennis O'Neil, a living legend in the comic industry having been the guiding force behind the Batman mythos for more than 20 years, reveals his insider tricks and no-fail techniques for comic storytelling. (356/0-8230-1027-9) (STAR13604) TP, 7x10, 128pgs $19.95 HOW TO DRAW DRAGONBALL TP by Jesse Leon McCann Learn to draw Goku, Bulma, and all the popular DragonBall characters in only a few easy-to-follow steps. With a pencil, paper, and a little imagination, you'll be drawing like a pro, and helping Goku save the world! (7057/0-439-46518-4) (CAUT: 3) (STAR17937) NOTE: Only available in the U.S., not including Puerto Rico. TP, 8x10, 32pg, b&w $4.99 **************************** MANGA MANIA VILLAINS TP by Christopher Hart From space pirates, mad scientists, mutants, and corporate sharks, Christopher Hart makes drawing evil fun with this instruction-filled guide showing amateur artists how they can easily capture the intricacies of manga-inspired evil characters, weaponry, and hide-outs, and includes examples of manga and anime art from some of the biggest names in the business. (356/0-8230-2971-9) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x11, 128pg, FC $19.95 HUMOR THE COMPLETE FARSIDE SLIPCASED COLLECTION by Gary Larson, with a foreword by comedian Steve Martin Special advanced solicitation for October, 2003! A masterpiece of comic brilliance, The Complete Far Side contains every Far Side cartoon ever syndicated—over 4,000— presented in chronological order by year of publication, with more than 1,100 that have never appeared in any previous publication. Also included are additional Far Side cartoons Larson created after his retirement: 13 that originally appeared in the last Far Side book, Last Chapter and Worse, plus six cartoons that periodically ran as a special feature in The New York Times' Science Times section. Complete with complaint letters, fan letters, and queries from puzzled readers alongside some of the more provocative or elusive panels, creator Gary Larson offers a rare glimpse into the mind of The Far Side in quirky and thoughtful introductions to each of the 14 chapters of this impressive two volume slipcase edition. (18/0-7407-2113-5) (CAUT: 4) HC, 9x13, FC $125.00 STAR OF THE MONTH DILBERT: WHEN BODY LANGUAGE GOES BAD TP by Scott Adams In this 21st collection, Scott Adams' dead-on-office humor charts the so-called career of Dilbert, Dogbert, Catbert, Ratbert, the pointy-haired boss, and supporting characters in Dilbert's world—a world that's eerily like the one we work, live, and try to survive daily. (18/0-7407-3298-6) (STAR18016) TP, 8x9, 128pg, b&w $10.95 ************************* MOVIES & TV ALIAS: SISTER SPY MMPB by Laura Peyton Roberts Jen Williams was an Alpha Kappa Chi sorority sister. She was also a rookie agent for SD-6. That was before she died of "natural causes." Now Sydney's set to infiltrate AKX and carry out Jen's Hawaiian mission to find out what really happened to her spy sister before it happens to her! (235/0-553-49401-5) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MMPB $5.99 BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 3 VOLUME 1 SCRIPTBOOK The true Buffyphile knows that the genius behind the television series lies in its savvy scriptwriting, and now fans can follow along with original shooting scripts, complete with inside jokes, production notes, and cut dialogue. This scriptbook features the following seven episodes: "Anne," "Dead Man's Party," "Faith, Hope & Trick," "Beauty and the Beasts," "Homecoming," "Band Candy," and "Revelations." (248/0-689-86016-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 368pg $14.99 CHARLIE'S ANGELS: FULL THROTTLE NOVELIZATION MMPB by Emma Harrison They're smooth, smart, heaven sent—and back for more action! Based upon the original screenplay written by John August, this novelization of the sequel to the Charlie's Angels blockbuster feature film follows the Angels as they investigate a series of murders that occur after the theft of a witness protection profile database. Their prime suspects? A "fallen angel" who was once their ally, and the Creepy Thin Man! Features eight-pages of color photos from the movie. (248/0-689-86022-6) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 208pg $6.99 CHARMED: SHADOW OF THE SPHINX MMPB by Constance M. Burge Paige's attempts at keeping up with her sister's witchy ways backfire when she accidently shapeshifts herself into a cat! Abducted by a cult that worships Egyptian deities and zapped back to ancient Egypt, it's up to Piper and Phoebe to bring her back! (248/0-689- 85080-8) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MMPB, 192pg $5.99 CHARMED: SOMETHING WICCAN THIS WAY COMES MMPB by Emma Harrison Under Paige's encouragement, the sisters head off to a Wiccan retreat just outside of Las Vegas to learn more about their witchy ways. But, will a rash of murders committed against practicing Wiccans and the search of the source of their power lead them to the cause of their destruction? (248/0-689-85554-0) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. MMPB, 192pg $5.99 CSI MIAMI: FLORIDA GETAWAY MMPB by Max Allan Collins Introducing the first in an all-new series of original novels based on the hit CBS show CSI: Miami! Led by former homicide detective Horatio Caine, a South Florida team of forensic investigators use both cutting-edge scientific methods and old-fashioned police work to solve horrific crimes amid the steamy tropical surroundings and cultural crossroads of Miami. Thomas Lessor left Las Vegas for Miami to get away from it all—in fact, he felt certain he was going to get away with murder. But he was wrong. Hot on his trail, the Miami CSIs are called to the scene of his abandoned limo…a limo the chauffer abandoned in spirit but not in body! (248/0-7434-8055-4) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 320pg $6.99 TRACI LORDS: UNDERNEATH IT ALL HC by Traci Elizabeth Lords One of America's most misunderstood stars—a woman who almost brought down an entire industry—bares her soul in this illuminating personal story that sets the record straight. Traci Lords: Underneath It All is the true story of former teen porn queen, electronica maven, and cult movie and TV star Traci Lord's journey through a nightmare world of pain and desperation as she searched for a life of meaning, fulfilment, and ultimate salvation. (120/0-06-050820-5) (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS HC, 6x9, 304pg $23.95 POP CULTURE EXPLODING TP The Highs, Hits, Hype, Heroes, and Hustlers of the Warner Music Group by Stan Cornyn, with Paul Scanlon In this entertaining and eye-opening read, industry legend Stan Cornyn, one of Warner Music Group's key creative forces, tells the ultimate firsthand story, taking us behind the scenes to expose the stars, suits, deals, personalities, and power behind the music we love. (120/0-380-81477-3) (CAUT: 4) TP, 5x8, 528pg, b&w $14.95 MARILYN MONROE: COVER TO COVER 2ND EDITION TP by Clark Kidder In this second edition of Marilyn Monroe: Cover to Cover, Marilyn Monroe expert Clark Kidder unveils more than 300 stunning photographs of her most beautiful and memorable magazine covers, including updated values, a Marilyn time line, and the star's life- revealing anecdotes. (143/0-87349-596-9) (CAUT: 4) TP, 8x10, 176pg, FC $24.99 WWE: LITA – IT JUST FEELS RIGHT HC by Lita, with Michael Krugman More than just a pretty face, Lita had much more to offer World Wrestling Entertainment as she left the ropes to execute flying maneuvers that only the best ring aerialists could master. But one fierce piledrive into the canvas on the set of Dark Angel changed Lita's life forever. It Just Feels Right is the story of a free-spirited, take-no-prisoners wrestler who survived a crippling injury to fight her way back to heroine stature. (248/0-7434- 7398-1) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 320pg, PC $26.00 STAR TREK STAR TREK: THE LOST ERA - THE SUNDERED MMPB by Michael A. Martin & Andy Mangels Four years after James Kirk's disappearance, the USS Excelsior, commanded by Captain Hikaru Sulu, is at the forefront of exploration, diplomacy, and the defense of the Federation. Unprecedented peace talks with the violently xenophobic Tholian Assembly trigger a deadly confrontation aboard the Excelsior. Now Sulu and his crew—including Chekov, Rand, Chapel, Tuvok, and Akaar—are thrust into an unexpected conflict between the Tholians and a mysterious now enemy, the Neyel, whose origins could lead to war with Earth itself! (248/0-7434-6401-X) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 304pg $6.99 STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS 6 TP edited by Dean Wesley Smith Introducing the sixth anthology featuring original Star Trek, Star Trek: Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Star Trek: Voyager stories written by fans, especially for Star Trek fans! (248/0-7434-6753-1) (CAUT: 4) TP, 6x9, 320pg $14.95 STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION - STARGAZER BOOK 3 MMPB by Michael Jan Friedman For Klingon-raised identical twins Gerda and Idun Asmund, the peril and adversity serving as helm officer and navigator on the Starship Stargazer forge a bond between them as strong as tritanium. But that bond is tested when a transporter mishap deposits a mysterious visitor on the Stargazer—a beautiful woman from another universe who resembles the twins. As Captain Jean-Luc Picard pits the Stargazer against a savage alien species in a gallant attempt to send their visitor home, Gerda comes to suspect the woman of treachery. But is she following her Klingon instincts, or succumbing to simple jealousy? (248/0-7434-4852-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 288pg $6.99 STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES — VULCAN'S SOUL BOOK 1 HC by Josepha Sherman & Susan Shwartz A long-lost offshoot of the Vulcan race is waging bloody war against the Romulan Empire. Ambassador Spock, his wife Saavik, and the surviving members of Captain James T. Kirk's old crew must wage a secret war behind the scenes of the Romulan Empire, and without the support of the Federation, in order to put an end to the bloodshed. (248/0-7435-3000-4) (CAUT: 4) HC, 6x9, 384pg $24.95 STAR WARS STAR WARS: THE NEW JEDI ORDER – DESTINY'S WAY MMPB by Walter Jon Williams In the war against the ruthless Yuuzhan Vong, the fall of Coruscant leaves the galaxy on the verge of bowing to conquest. Now, as Luke Skywalker sets about reestablishing the Jedi Council, the growing faction opposed to the ways of the Force unveils a terrifying new weapon designed to annihilate the Yuuzhan Vong species. The opposition must be stopped, before dooming the New Republic to becoming the very thing it has sworn to fight against, and unleashing the power of the Dark Side. (235/0-345-42874-9) (CAUT: 4) MMPB, 480pg $6.99 TRANSFORMERS TRANSFORMERS ARMADA BUILD-IT BOOKS by Michael Teitelbaum, with illustrations by MV Creations This innovative, new format offers fast-aced reading excitement and the enjoyment of making your own mini-Transformers robots based on the new animated series, Transformers Armada. Each pack includes a vividly illustrated storybook, plus two sturdy plastic cards with punch-out pieces which can be assembled into two miniature Transformer robot figures. (CAUT: 4) DECEPTICON ATTACK (248/0-7944-0203-8) —SC, 7x10, 24pg, FC $7.99 ENTER THE MINI-CONS (248/0-7944-0218-6) —SC, 7x10, 24pg, FC $7.99 INTERNATIONAL SECTION ITALIAN IMPORTS FUMETTI DI FRONTEIRA: BORDERLINE COMICS 2001 Created for the third edition of the La Salle Comics Festival in Val d'Aosta, Italy (Borderline Comics), this catalogue features profiles of four different Guests of Honor: Moebius, Tanino Liberatore, Max Frezzato, and Massimo De Vita. A volume written by Giromini and Katja Centomo, including more than 50 artworks and illustrations. Italian/French text. (133) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $20.99 L'ENIGMA TP by Leila Marzocchi A cruel, sarcastic novel somewhere between fairy tales and mythology, set in a world filled with odd characters. The last Arpia — the mythological being with a woman's face and bird's wings — tries to repair her broken legs by throwing herself from a fortress, but only injures herself more. Only the Mago Incenerito can help her, on the condition that she solves a mysterious enigma. Leila Marzocchi is well known in Italy for her contributions to newspapers and magazines, as well as abroad in France and Japan, for her graphic novels and illustrations for children's books. Italian text. (133) (CAUT: 4) SC, 11x8, 56pg, PC $15.99 LORENZO MATTOTTI POSTERS SC A stunning collection of the poster art of Italian artist Lorenzo Mattotti. This volume contains over 90 full-page reproductions of Mattotti's posters for exhibitions, festivals, concerts, theatre productions, movies, and books, as well as political posters and tourism promotions. Mattotti's vibrant and fiery use of color is beautifully captured. Features an introduction by Antonio Faeti that studies Mattotti's "iconographic universe," a brief biography, and English text throughout, translated by Robert Crumb's daughter Sophie. (133/90-5492-060-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 108pg, FC $39.99 W.I.T.C.H.: BIRTH OF A LITTLE MASTERPIECE HC by Katja Centomo A collector's edition hardcover volume dedicated to the lovers of the last editorial phenomenon by Disney's European branch. Presented for the first time during the W.I.T.C.H Exhibit in La Salle, Fumetti di Frontiera 2002 (2002 Borderline Comics). 96 pages of sketches, pencil & ink artworks, proof colors. Italian text. (133) (CAUT: 4) HC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $21.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS—BOOKS AKUMADE SOUROU ILLUSTRATIONS SC by Mitsuba Takahashi Akumade Sourou ("The Devil Does Exist") reproduces 85 different works by artist Takahashi, all selected by the artist and comprised mainly of covers for monthly magazines — 58 in full-color. Plus, Takahashi has produced a new cover especially for this collection. Japanese text. (7819/4-08-855098-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 82pg, FC $27.99 AS: ANGELIC SERENADE ILLUSTRATIONS SC This illustbook from Paso Com details the popular video game, Angelic Serenade, and features illustrations and design materials, plus a gallery·of character art, and 24 of the best selections by author! (7819/4-7575-0884-0) SC, 8x12, 112pg, FC $40.99 BEHIND VERSUS: THE OFFICIAL MOVIE GUIDE BOOK SC It's the greatest Yakuza/Survival Horror/Kung Fu/Samurai/Zombie movie you've probably never seen! Versus is the phenomenal horror/action film by director Ryuhei Kitamura which follows a tough Yakuza thug who escapes from prison and has the misfortune of meeting his rescuers in a remote forest that is home to one of the 666 gates to Hell that dot the Earth. When tempers — and gun muzzles — flare, the dead rise, and keep coming back for more! This official guidebook profiles all actors/characters and showcases some of the film's many over-the-top action sequences. Includes an interview with director Ryuhei Kitamura. Japanese text. (7819/4-7580-2001-9) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 96pg, FC $27.99 CHOBITS FAN BOOK SC by CLAMP The original Chobits Fan Book features a complete story digest composed of 88 chapters, with many never-before-seen illustrations by Studio CLAMP. Plus: the winners of the Japanese Chobits Fan Art competition, staff interviews, commentary, merchandise reports, and two original Chobits trading cards! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334669-2) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 140pg, FC $48.99 DI GI CHARAT: CHOCOLA 2001 ILLUSTRATION BOOK HC This hardcover volume presents a selection of new Di Gi Charat illustrations by artist Koge Donbo, originally created in 2001. Japanese text. (5455) (CAUT: 3 & 4) HC, 8x12, 200pg, FC $59.99 ENCYCLOPEDIA OF KAIJU/MONSTERS #1 SC This is the first volume in a three-volume series undertaking the "monstrous" task of detailing every monster or alien being that has appeared in one of Japan's numerous tokusatsu (live-action) TV series — 205 programs in all! This first volume covers Toei Studios, considered to be the originators of the tokusatsu genre with their creation of Kamen Rider, as well as such Super Sentai team programs as Go-Ranger (which paved the way for Power Rangers). Included are hundreds of black-and-white photos of the various monsters and aliens from the entire Kamen Rider saga (First through Agito), as well as the Sentai/Ranger series. 32 pages in color! Japanese text. (7819/4-7542-2016-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 488pg, PC (1 of 3) $57.99 GALERIANS: A HEAD ILLUSTRATION SC by Shou Tajima This illustration collection covers all aspects of the Japanese series, Galerians (1997- 2002), divided into three sections covering the Galerians Playstation Game, Rion Video, and Ash Playstation game, each section filled with rare and little-seen images. Softcover volume includes a clear blue plastic slipcase. Japanese text. (7819/4-04-853539-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 10x8, 100pg, PC $65.99 HARUKANARU TOKINO NAKADE 2 MEMORIAL BOOK SC This is the memorial book (format material) of the Playstation game Harukanaru Tokino Nakade. Includes full-color character introductions, game word dictionary, a fold-out poster, and more! Japanese text. (7819/4-7758-0033-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 126pg, PC $34.99 KAMEN RIDER 555 PHOTO BOOK Kamen Rider 555 premiered Janauary 26th, 2003 and is the fourth consecutive Rider show released in the "2000" run of series. This full-color book features an overview of Kamen Rider 555 (or "Faiz" from the Greek letter "Phi" Fx3), introducing the main character, his associates and friends, and his high tech armor and weaponry developed by Smart Brian Motors — including his awesome motorcycle, the SB-555V, which transforms into a man-sized humanoid robot! Plus: meet the bad guys and catch some pics of F in action! Includes a large, fold-out poster and three foil stickers. Japanese text. (7819/4-19-760537- 4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 30pg, FC $11.99 MYTHICAL DETECTIVE LOKI: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING HC by Sakura Kinoshita The the long-awaited illustration collection of Sakura Kinoshita, creator of Mythical Detective Loki! This volume not only collects some of the artist's best pieces, but also includes some rare and little-seen works. Japanese text. (7819/4-901926-35-7) (CAUT: 4) HC, 8x11, 88pg, FC $57.99 RAHXEPHON BIBLE SC Get an insider's look into the creation of the current giant robot anime sensation, Rahxephon! Filled with plenty of full-color anime art, this "bible" to the hit series details the early design of the characters and mecha, along with a complete story guide, soundtrack list, staff profiles, and more. Japanese text. (7819/4-04-853518-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x10, 96pg, FC $36.99 SUPER ROBOT VIEW BROADLY VERSION 98 SC This colorful guidebook details the Super Robot anime phenomenon from its beginnings in 1963 with Gigantor, up through 1998 and Neon Genesis Evangelion and Brain- Powerd. Includes the mighty robots of Go Nagai (Mazinger Z, Great Mazinger, UFO Grendizer, Getter Robo) and Sunrise Studios' "Brave Series". Plus, a special 2-color section details every robot from the long-running Sentai live-action series; shows that eventually became America's Power Rangers! Japanese text. (7819/4-07-309826-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 160pg, FC $36.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — .HACK// .HACK// BOOK & MIMIRU FIGURE This hot 50-page illustration book based on the animated TV hit includes a limited edition PVC Mimiru figure that stands approximately 3" tall, and comes with an emblem ball chain attachment. This is the first time Mimiru has been available as a collectible toy! (7819/4-04-900754-1) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Quantities are limited. Allocations may occur. Book & Figure $29.99 .HACK// GAME & ANIMATION GUIDE BOOK SC The latest big game book from Yoshiyuki Sadamoto! Includes interviews and a story guide. This book shows you the basics of gaming, great details from scenario to danjon, and how the world of anime is increasingly being associated with game play scenarios. Japanese text. (7819/4-8402-1934-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $30.99 .HACK// MANGA #1-#2 by Rei Izumi & Tatsuya Hamazaki Here are manga adventures based on the hit anime and videogame juggernaut! See how worldwide crimes are committed by network hackers. In 2005, the main computer is eventually shut down entirely! It seems the Pluto Kiss Virus was created by a 10 year-old student! (7819/4-04-713501-1) (CAUT: 4) #1—SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 #2—SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — FINAL FANTASY FINAL FANTASY X-2: EASY TO FIND This is the game guide for the Final Fantasy X-2, featuring many game photos and maps to the sequel that takes place two years after Yuna sets off to destroy Sin! Includes a full- color pin-up poster! Japanese text. (7819/4-08-779228-5) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 200pg, PC $16.99 FINAL FANTASY X-2: OFFICIAL FORMAT MATERIALS SC These Final Fantasy X-2 materials include high-end art galleries and in-depth character introductions that feature essential data for the die-hard fans. Analyze the characters from every perceived angle, and focus on strengths and weaknesses! Japanese text. (7819/4- 88787-122-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 112pg, FC $23.99 FINAL FINTASY X-2: POSTCARD BOOK This official book contains game character information and full-color pictures on 30 different postcards. Japanese text. (7819/4-88787-114-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x5, 30pg, FC $23.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS—FIVE STAR STORIES THE FIVE STAR STORIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANGA #14 by Mamoru Nagano Nagano's Sci-Fi Epic Continues! Just because the Floating Temple has been kept afloat, does not mean that all is back to business as usual. Lachesis concludes the cause of the uproar to be some physical disruption at Amaterasu's end. So she sends a drug-crazed, murder happy Schaft at the helm of the virgin Jagd Mirage — with even nuttier Paltenon in the fatima cockpit! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! English text. (5454/4-88775-514-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x12, 96g, b&w $9.98 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FIVE STAR STORIES ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANGA #7 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. Available Now, exclusively in North America through Previews! (5454/4-88775-507-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 9x11, 80pg, b&w $9.98 ***************** JAPANESE IMPORTS—HOW TO DRAW HOW TO DRAW MANGA: GUNS & MILITARY VOLUME 1 by Ichiro Kamiya Previews Exclusive! The first book in this two-volume set is a virtual encyclopedia of everything from classic handguns to high-tech firearms, including six-shooters, semiautomatics, World War II "masterpiece" arms and modern-battlefield assault rifles. Also included are several pages of full-color motorcycle illustrations-because every gun- toting bad guy needs a getaway ride! English text. (4979/4-7661-1262-8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 152pg, PC $21.99 STAR OF THE MONTH HOW TO DRAW MANGA: GETTING STARTED Sections include The Basics (pens, pen tips and manga paper), So You Wanna Draw Characters (expert advice), Setting the Proper Tone (manga tones), The Art of Storytelling, and Beautiful Backgrounds (scenes and perspective). English text. Available now! (491) (STAR14204) SC, 7x10, 126pg, b&w $19.99 ********************* MANGA UNIVERSITY IC BACKGROUND COLLECTION VOLUME 3: JAPANESE NEIGHBORHOODS Previews Exclusive! A close look at the unique architectural style of modern Japanese houses and apartment buildings. Features 16 professional-quality, copyright-free background illustrations that artists are encouraged to study, trace, photocopy, or cut out and use in their own manga. Also included are comprehensive instructions on the use of screen tones for lighting and texture effects and how they relate to the featured illustrations. English text. (4979/4-9980690-1-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 50pg, b&w $7.99 MANGA UNIVERSITY PRO PAPER 20-COUNT PACK Previews Exclusive! This 100-kg paper made in Japan is designed for drawing Japanese- style comic art. The thickness and finish of the paper is formulated to withstand the rigors of erasing mistakes and placing and removing screen tones. Each sheet measures a generous 8 ¼" wide by 11 ¾" tall and features guidelines and markings (measured in inches) printed in non-repro blue along the margins. 20 sheets per pack. (CAUT: 4) Pack $4.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS—MANGA DRAGONBALL: PERFECT EDITION MANGA #4 & 5 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! Brand new cover by Akira Toriyama, with the same contents as the previous comics. Issue #4 includes stories from 45-59. Issue #5 includes stories #60-74. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #4 (4-08-873446-7)—SC, 6x8, 220pg, b&w $18.99 #5 (4-08-873448-3)—SC, 6x8, 220pg, b&w $18.99 GASARAKI MANGA #1 by Meimu The main character of Gasaraki is Yushiro, a quiet seventeen-year-old who has been recruited by his own father to pilot Tactical Armor mechs in simulations run by the company. He is found to have a special power within him that helps him control the TA better than a normal human. Yushiro believes himself to be in command of the situation when he is asked to perform a ritualistic dance on a cliff where a Shinto shrine previously stood. But when Yushiro has a vision in which a figure dressed in female Shinto garb tells him to stop the ritual or suffer the consequences, the saga of the legendary god Gasaraki begins to unfold! Japanese text. (7819/4-04-71326-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 GENSO SUIKODEN 3 MANGA #1 by Aki Shimizu Based on the PS2 game! The chief of the tribe "Karayakuran," Rushia, has a son Hugo. Does Hugo have anything to do with Cris Lightfero the capital of zekusen losing his father to a battle in the "glass land?" The answer may be that Gedo (the leader of the Harumonia army) has just arrived in Karayakuran. Japanese text. (7819/4-8401-0464-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $12.99 INU-YASHA ANIME COMIC #21 by Rumiko Takahashi Japanese schoolgirl Kagome stumbles through a boarded-up well, and falls back in time to monster-infested sixteenth-century Japan. Together with the dog-like half-demon Inu- Yasha they fight against wicked monsters with the magical sword "Tetusaiga"! Reproduces cels from the anime in comic/fumetti style. Japanese text. (7819/4-09- 126801-3) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 206pg, FC $16.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A LUPIN THE 3RD MANGA #2 Lupin III is back! Monkey Punch and Masatsuki Yamakami revive the classic manga series with all new adventures! Meet master criminal Lupin III, the grandson of the legendary thief Arsene Lupin, and his sidekicks — ace marksman Daisuke Jigen, Goemon Ishikawa, an archetypal samurai, and the sexy mercenary Fujiko Mine. Together they carry off one crime after another and must stay one step ahead of the law. Japanese text. (4-575-93643-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 6x8, 232pg, b&w $15.95 ********************** MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH MANGA #3 by CLAMP Three school girls— Hikaru, Fuu, and Umi —meet in a high-rise Tokyo tower. The next minute, they're sucked up by a strong transporter beam and whisked away to the land of Cefiro! Summoned by the Princess, these three "Magic Knights" are destined to save their world! Japanese text. (7819/4-06-334644-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 198pg, b&w $9.99 ONEGAI PLEASE TEACHER MANGA #2 by Yosuke Kuroda & Shizuru Hayashiya Kei Kusanagi was your typical ordinary senior in High School, until the day his class got a new teacher. She seemed normal until Kusanagi saw her floating unaided. Now she's his next door neighbor. Can Kei balance school, his and his teacher/neighbor's "alien" hi- jinks? Japanese text. (7819/4-8402-2131-6) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $11.99 RAGNAROK ONLINE MANGA #1 This anthology comic is composed of 4 koma manga stories (1 short manga by 4 short pictures). Plenty of laughs and jokes make this debut issue a must-have for die-hard manga readers! Inlcudes a color pin up poster and 4 color pages! Japanese text. (7819/4- 7767-1006-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $12.99 RAHXEPHON MANGA #1 by Takeaki Momose- At the start of 21st century, high school student Kamina Ayato faced an attack by the Mulians, aliens that have made Tokyo their base. Now he and lady Shito Haruka, a commander in Earth Defense Force Terra, will discover that for over 12 years, they have not been living in a real world! Kamina will go on to pilot Raxephon, a powerful bio- mech, to battle the alien invaders! Japanese text. (7819/4-09-157131-X) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 RANMA ½ JAPANESE MANGA #1 by Rumiko Takahashi The Saotome family came back from China as masters of martial arts. But, when they get splashed with water, the father turns into to panda and the son turns into a girl! The manga comedy is presented here in its original Japanese format! Japanese text. (7819/4- 09-126501-4) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $7.99 SAIYUKI MANGA #8-#9 by Kazuya Minekura Togenkyo is a holy land where humans and demons lived together in peace. When someone attempts to raise a powerful demon king, chaos ensues. Demons go insane and start attacking innocent people. Genjo Sanzo journeys west to discover the cause of their behavior. Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #8 (4-7575-0502-7) SC, 6x8, 190pg, b&w $14.99 #9 (4-7575-0634-1) SC, 6x8, 190pg, b&w $14.99 SAKURA WARS MANGA #1 by Kousuke Fujishima Based on the mega hit game, Sakura Sars introduces us to Ichiro Oogami. Ensign and a gifted man, he goes on to be great serviceman. But then life has him taking tickets at the Imperial theater. Things could get worse, though. And they do whtn the monster called "Kouma"comes out! Includes a bonus postcard and sheet of stickers. (7819/4-06-349118- 8) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $10.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A YU GI OH MANGA #8-#9 Once Yuugi puts the "Millennium Puzzle" together, his life changes forever when the puzzle unleashes the Game King — Yuugi Ou. Soon Yuugi discovers he can transform into a super-hero and combat foes with the unique game "Magic & Wizards." Japanese text. (7819) (CAUT: 4) #8 (4088725670) SC, 4x7, 200pg, b&w $8.00 #9 (4088725913) SC, 4x7, 200pg, b&w $8.00 MANGA ANTHOLOGIES AFTERNOON ANTHOLOGY MANGA AUGUST 2003 New to Previews! This phonebook-style manga anthology features many titles, such as Oh! My Goddess, Go Shopping in Yokohama by Hitoshi Ashinano, and Abenobashi Bridge Magic Mall by Satoru Akahori. Japanese text. (7819/13871-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 500pg, b&w $9.99 ASUKA ANTHOLOGY MANGA AUGUST 2003 New to Previews! This phonebook-style manga anthology features many titles, such as Lagoon Engine, DNAngel, and Angeleke by Kairi Yura. Japanese text. (7819/1155-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 400pg, b&w $8.99 GUNDAM "A"ANTHOLOGY MANGA AUGUST 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. (7819/12401-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 480pg, b&w $12.99 MONTHLY MAGAZINE Z AUGUST 2003 Here is another big, beautiful phonebook-style monthly manga anthology featuring manga stories such as Big O, Kamen Rider Spirits, Devilman Amon, GundamSeed, and many more! Japanese text. (7819/18341-06) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 670pg, b&w $9.99 SHONEN ACE MAGAZINE AUGUST 2003 Featuring such popular titles as Neon Genesis Evangelion, CLAMP's new Angelic Layer, MPD-Psycho, Double Character Detective Saiko, and many more. Japanese text. (7819/04879-06) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 500pg, b&w $8.99 ZERO SUM ANTHOLOGY MANGA AUGUST 2003 This popular Japanese manga anthology is the exclusive publication serializing Kazuya Minekura's bi-shonen 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. (7819/13735-06) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 460pg, b&w $11.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — ANIME MAGAZINES ANIMAGE AUGUST 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. (7819/01577-08) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, FC $11.99 ANIMEDIA AUGUST 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. (7819/01579-08) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, 176pg, FC $8.99 DENGEKI G'S MAGAZINE This new magazine has a monthly focus on bishoujo (pretty girl) games, displaying their charms from top to bottom. This illustration book spotlights characters from Sister Princess, Welcome to Pia Carrot, and more! Each issue comes with free extras such as trading cards, calendars, shitatjiki, and more. Japanese text. (7819/16365-04) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $12.99 MEGAMI MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER 2003 Now a monthly publication! From the publishers of Animedia comes this new magazine focusing on female anime and game characters, each issue filled with pull-out posters, trading cards, or other premiums! Japanese text. (7819) (1580-09) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 174pg, PC $14.99 NEWTYPE AUGUST 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) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, 244pg, FC $10.99 NEWTYPE: THE LIVE AUGUST 2003 What Newtype is to Anime… Newtype: The Live is to the world of live-action shows! This is a "tokusatsu" (special effects-driven TV shows) specialized publication, featuring Kamen Rider, Ultraman, and other tokusatsu heroes in dozens of color photos! Features interviews with actors and special effects teams, plus coverage of the latest merhandise, videos, and more! Over 50% in full-color! Japanese text. Bi-monthly. Magazine, 10x12, 200pg, PC $14.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS — TOY PUBLICATIONS DENGEKI HOBBY AUGUST 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. (7819/16371-08) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 290pg, PC $15.99 FIGUMANIA #4 A complete catalog/book listing some 70 character figures, showcasing the ladies of Kanon, Please Teacher!, Soultaker, Love Hina, Oh! My Goddess, and more! Japanese text. (7819/4-7747-0810-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x11, 122pg, FC $23.99 FIGURE KING ENCYCLOPEDIA #68 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 GUNDAM SCRATCH-BUILD MANUAL SC This book shows you how to build plastic models in detail. Includes explanations for both basic and high level builders. Plenty of photos and information help you customize kits in a short time! Japanese text. (7819/4-8402-2248-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 114pg, FC $48.99 HEAVY METAL L-GAIM 3-D VISUAL BOOK SC This figure book is for the L-Gaim 3-D collections! The book encapsulates information originally seen in Hobby Japan magazine. Now all the goodies from that magazine have been amassed for this single shot collection! (7819/4-89425-288-0) (CAUT: 4) SC, 8x12, 140pg, FC $36.99 HOBBY JAPAN SEPTEMBER 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. (7819/08127-09) (CAUT: 4) SC, 7x10, 400pg, PC $12.99 HYPER HOBBY AUGUST 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. (7819/17465-08) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x12, 138pg, FC $13.00 KAIYODO: AN EXTRAORDINARY STORY SC by Masahiko Asano This in-depth book covers the history of the toy manufacturer Kaiyodo, from their popular garage kits to their innovative action figures. This volume is part of the the "Library of Otakuology" series, and reveals how the popularity of this company grew with features such as candid interviews with President Shuichi Miyawaki. Heavy Japanese text. (7819/4-78233-691-7) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 375pg, b&w $54.99 KAIYODO COMMUNICATION SC This is the ultimate visual guide to reference when looking up Kaiyodo figures. The book features an interview with President Shuichi Miyawaki. Get the latest on their now- famous Choco Egg toys, and the recent releases from Kaiyodo! Tons of photos! Japanese text. (7819/4-391-61599-1) (CAUT: 4) SC, 5x7, 180pg, FC $32.99 MODEL GRAPHIX AUGUST 2003 A monthly Japanese magazine for modeling fans, containing the usual features on cool car and robot models! Japanese text. (7819/18747-08) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x11, 168pg, PC $15.99 QUANTO MAGAZINE AUGUST 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. (7819/03393-08) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 8x11, 140pg, FC $9.99 JAPANESE IMPORTS –– MERCHANDISE DI GI CHARAT: "UNDER THE TREE" CLEAR POSTER A clear poster featuring Dejiko and Puchiko sitting under a tree on a sunny day. This illustration by Koge-Donbo was first used as the cover of the DiGiCon 2002 illustration book. (5455/4510417171607) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Poster, 15x20, FC $12.99 GALAXY ANGEL: MILFEULLE & RANPHA CLEAR POSTER A clear poster featuring Milfeulle & Ranpha from the Galaxy Angel series. Illustration by Kanan. (5455/4510417171614) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Poster, 15x20, FC $12.99 IMPORTED ADULT PUBLICATIONS All Adult Publications feature foreign language text unless otherwise noted: (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. Eurpean Books DITA: FETISH GODDESS HC ADULT MATERIAL SC, 12x9, FC $32.99 HC, 12x9, FC $55.00 SAUDELLI: BAREFOOT & BONDAGE PHOTO FANTASIES HC ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x12, 48pg, FC $29.99 THE THIRD BOOK OF SAUDELLI: BONDAGE & FOOT FANTASIES ADULT MATERIAL HC, 9x12, 80pg, FC $44.99 X COLLECTION #70: MISS 130 VOLUME 1 ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x11, 68pg, b&w $10.99 Spanish Magazines EL VIBORA #277 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 68pg, PC $7.99 KISS COMIX #137 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine, 64pg, PC $7.99 Japanese Books PRINCESS HOLIDAY VISUAL FANBOOK SC ADULT MATERIAL SC, 8x12, 126pg, PC $50.99 Japanese Manga PRINCESS MANGA #3 ADULT MATERIAL SC, 5x7, 180pg, b&w $12.99 Japanese Magazines BUG BUG CG AUGUST 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $14.99 LEMON CLUB AUGUST 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $7.99 PA PI PO AUGUST 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 PENGUIN CLUB AUGUST 2003 ADULT MATERIAL Magazine $8.99 Games SENSEI 2 CD-ROM ADULT MATERIAL CD-ROM $49.99 TRADING CARDS COOL COLLECTIBLES ORIGINAL 1976 STAR TREK NY CONVENTION MINI POSTERS Each original 1976 full-color, 8 ½" x 11" mini-poster was only available during the World's very first Star Trek convention held at the NYC Hilton-Rockerfeller Center on January 23-25, 1976 as an official premium! All Artwork by world reknown artist Kelly Freas! (145) KIRK––Poster PI SPOCK––Poster PI UHURA––Poster PI SULU––Poster PI XENA: BEAUTY AND BRAWN CARDS These are the original costume cards that were inserted into the Xena Beauty and Brawn wax boxes. Choose from Kevin Smith as Ares in "Ten Little Warlords," Lucy Lawless as Xena in "Who's Gurkhan," and Lucy Lawless as Leah in "Warrior…Priestess…Tramp." (!45) ARES (C1)––Card PI XENA (C6)––Card PI LEAH (C8)––Card PI STAR TREK ANIMATED ADVENTURES MICRO CELS CHASE CARD SET This set of 22 different, full-color, 2 ½" x 3 ½" Micro-Cel "Chase" cards comes with an actual piece of Star Trek Animated film inserted within the card! Each card is unique with no two animated cards alike! A very difficult chase set to put together. (145) Set (x22) PI DARK ANGEL SEASON 1 FOIL CHASE CARD SET This set of five different, full-color, 2 ½" x 3 ½" foil "chase" cards is from the first season of Dark Angel! Each foil card features Jessica Alba as Dark Angel –– not the girl next door! (145) Set (x5) PI BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER CONNECTIONS CARD SET & CHASE SETS This set of 72 different, full-color, 2 ½" x 3 ½" Buffy premium cards is printed on thick 18pt holographic foil board stock. Features all of your favorite Buffy characters with their wonderful love and hate stories. Also available is the nine-card Slayer's Circle chase set and the six-card Heartbreakers chase set. (145) REG.––Set (x72) PI SLAYER'S CIRCLE CHASE––Set (x9) PI HEARTBREAKERS CHASE––Set (x6) PI DONRUSS 1982 M.A.S.H. CARDS From a show that went down in television history –– M.A.S.H.! Featuring the popular U.S. Army men and women. 6 cards and 1 piece of gum per pack. 36 packs per box. (5458) Box PI TOPPS 1978 THREE'S COMPANY STICKERS BOX Each card is also a sticker! Featuring the crazy bachelor Jack and his roommates Janet and Chrissy, along with the landlords, Mr. and Mrs. Roper! 5 sticker cards and 1 piece of gum per pack. 36 packer per box. (5458) Box PI FLEER 1996 MARVEL MOTION CARDS The characters come alive on these lenticular cards featuring Marvel heroes and villains! Each card back includes pertinent information about that character on the front. 2 cards per pack. 18 packs per box. (5458) Box PI LADY DEATH DARK ALLIANCE CARD SETS This 72-card set features the leading lady from Chaos! fighting an ancient evil. Outstanding art by the best of Chaos! –– Ivan Reis, Carlos Mota, Scott Lewis, Brian Pulido, and more. Also available with a sketch card not included in the original release done by Eddy Barroes. He did several different characters and poses, and all are original art so no two sketch cards are alike. Also available is the six-card chase set, collecting all of the cards that were randomly inserted in the Comic Images packs! (5458) REG. (HG110201)––Set (x72) PI REG. W/SKETCH CARD (HG120201)––Set (x73) PI CHASE (HG110202)––Set (x6) PI SPORTS MEMORABILIA FOREVER COLLECTIBLES BASEBALL STARS 2003 SUPER-HERO BOBBLE HEADS Your favorite baseball players replicated as collectible super-hero bobble heads! (5370) (CAUT: 4) ALEX RODRIGUEZ (BHMBSHTRAR)––Bobble Head MSRP: $26.95 BARRY BONDS (BHMBGSHGBB)––Bobble Head MSRP: $26.95 DEREK JETER (BHMBSHNYDJ)––Bobble Head MSRP: $26.95 HIDEKI MATSUI (BHMBSHNYHM)––Bobble Head MSRP: $26.95 NOMAR GARCIAPARRA (BHMBSHBSNG)––Bobble Head MSRP: $26.95 UPPER DECK AUTHENTICATED UDA 2003 TIGER WOODS PREMIUM PLAYMAKER This year's Tiger Woods Premium PlayMaker has a wood-looking base, gold facsimile signature on top of the base, three different poses, polyresin body, and a gold nameplate. Each PlayMaker is made of high-quality poly-resin that gives the bobbing head dolls a "classic" look and feel. Each bobbing head doll stands 7 ½" tall and weighs approximately one pound. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Playmaker MSRP: $12.99 SPORTS CARDS TOPPS COMPANY TOPPS 2003 BOWMAN CHROME MLB CARDS This 350-card base set consists of 155 Veterans, 10 Prospects, 165 First Year Players, and 20 Autographed First Years. Look for chrome and refractor parallel sets, as well as "Box Images," "Info" cards, and Willy Mays cards. 6 cards per pack. 18 packs per box. MSRP: $4.00 per pack. (821-03H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI TOPPS 2003 BOWMAN'S BEST NFL CARDS This 170-card base set consists of 80 Veterans, 20 Rookies, 45 Autographed Rookies, and 25 Relic Rookies. Look "Best Blue" and "Best Red" parallel sets, as well as several inserts, including "Single Coverage" cards, "Best Coverage" cards, and more! 10 cards per pack. 10 packs per box. MSRP: $14.99 per pack. (724-03H) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK COMPANY UPPER DECK 2003 GOLF RENDITIONS CARDS The artistic look that has become popular in other sports comes to golf for the first time! Introducing Upper Deck Renditions Golf, which features a host of original pieces of artwork that have been reproduced into trading cards. Every box contains at least 12 art cards, which feature some of the best male and female golfers of yesterday and today. Every box contains one tournament used shirt card and one signed card. Parallels to the base set are numbered to 100, and look for a framed 5" x 7" signed piece. 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 SPX MLB CARDS Collectors have come to expect only the highest quality look and feel when it comes to the SPx brand, and the 2003 edition is sure to exceed those expectations! The base set has that futuristic look that has become the norm in SPX, plus there will be a number of surprises this year as well. Every box contains one Winning Materials card that is designed similarly to the football which included some very cool enhancements this past year. There is one autographed jersey card per box, and will be either an autographed jersey rookie card (which will include Hideki Matsui's rookie card), and autographed "Young Stars" jersey, or an autographed jersey card from an MLB star. Collectors can also look for additional rookie cards, which are numbered to 1,800 and fall at least one per box. As if that weren't enough, look for Spectrum parallels numbered to the player's jersey number, as well as sequentially numbered cards that are numbered to 75 or less! 4 cards per pack. 18 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003 NFL CARDS With an incoming rookie class that some are comparing to 1984, the 2003 edition of Upper Deck Football is an all-out winner! As always, the rookies in UD Football are short-printed for added collectibility. But this year, the top 15 rookies will be seeded at 1:24, while 35 other rookies will be seeded at 1:4. That gives collectors seven seeded rookies per box in packs! Plus, there's a hobby exclusive box topper that contains three additional rookie cards that can only be found in these packs! Look for jersey cards, plus "black" parallels of the jersey cards numbered to 99, as well as signed versions. Jersey cards also come in dual versions, as well as patch variations. It's all in here! 8 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003-2004 VICTORY NBA CARDS Victory Basketball contains a comprehensive set of 230 different cards. This year's Victory has the design and look of many of today's collectible card games, and even has a simple game-play element attached to it as well. In every pack of Victory NBA, there is one foil card. Inserts are limited to parallels of the base set, and all of those parallels are serially numbered. 6 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $0.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003-2004 SP GAME-USED NBA CARDS Following the huge success of 2002-2003 SP Game Used Basketball, the 2003-2004 version promises to deliver even more content! This marks the debut of the first serial numbered Upper Deck rookie card of the new rookie class. Every box delivers a minimum of two serially numbered cards, the first being a serial numbered rookie card and the second consisting of either a parallel of the regular card set, a parallel of a rookie card or another serially numbered rookie card. Every box also delivers an autograph or memorabilia card numbered to 100 or less. A wide variety of combinations are utilized with low numbering. Back again are the wildly popular "Rookie Exclusives" signature cards that are serially numbered to 100. 3 cards per pack. 6 packs per box. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI UPPER DECK 2003-2004 VICTORY NHL CARDS Victory Hockey contains a nice sized, comprehensive 200-card base set. Insert cards are seeded at 1 per pack, and there is a very limited and serially numbered parallel of the base set as well. 6 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $0.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI NON-SPORTS CARDS BENCHWARMERS BENCHWARMER 2003 GOLD EDITION CARDS This 90-card base set features silver, purple, and pink parallel sets, bikini swatch cards, nine new lenticular movie cards, authentic "Kiss" cards, 12 "Hawaii Liquid FX" cards, and 12 autographed cards. Featuring Shauna Sand Lamas! Limited to 2,500. 6 cards per pack. 24 packs per box. (CAUT: 4) Box PI EXCLUSIVE COLLECTIBLES CLAUDIA CHRISTIAN AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTOR'S SET SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (4728) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada or Hong Kong. ADULT MATERIAL Collector's Set MSRP: $89.95 INKWORKS LARA CROFT TOMB RAIDER 2: THE CRADLE OF LIFE CARDS & ALBUM Based on the new, action-packed sequel, Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life! This 90-card series features all the action and amazing settings of this sizzling summer film, including behind-the-scenes photography. Bonuses include: the nine-card foil puzzle "The Cradle of Life" featuring Lara; six "The Secret of the Orb" foil, die-cut cards; autographed cards, including Angelina Jolie; and two "Pieceworks" cards featuring costumes worn by Angelina Jolie in the filming: the silk tiger jacket and the silver wet suit! 8 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $1.99 per pack. Also available is the premium padded, vinyl album and the nine-card uncut mini-press sheet. (CAUT: 4) BOX (12500) PI ALBUM (12510) MSRP: $19.95 MINI-PRESS SHEET MSRP: $69.95 RITTENHOUSE ARCHIVES OUTER LIMITS SEX, CYBORGS, AND SCI-FI CARDS & ALBUM This 10-card base set features more than a dozen episodes from this modern version of one of TV's most enduring sci-fi classics! Includes "From the Archives" costume cards featuring materials worn by Brent Spinner, Gary Busey, Sherilyn Fenn, and more! There are several autographed cards, including ones by Breant Spiner and Beau Bridges! Also available is the album custom designed to store the entire collection, which comes with 15 plastic sheets, plus a bonus promo card and two "From the Archives" costume cards. 9 cards per pack. 40 packs per box. MSRP: $2.00 per pack. (CAUT: 4) BOX PI ALBUM PI SERIOUS USA TOMB RAIDER 2 CD CARDZ SET Angelina Jolie once again fills the boots of world-renowned video game queen, Lara Croft, in this summer's Tomb Raider 2! This new set of CD Cardz features movie trailers, movie imagery, character and actor profiles, behind-the-scenes stills, screensavers, e-mail postcards, soundtrack highlights, and more! (27001) (CAUT: 4) Set (x4) MSRP: $14.95 TOPPS COMPANY TOPPS LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS UPDATED EDITION CARDS This base set features 72 regular cards, featuring 16pt stock and gold foil stamping; autographed cards, by Sean Bean, Viggio Martenson, and more; and eight memorabilia cards,, which features material from the character. 7 cards per pack. 36 packs per box. MSRP: $1.99 per pack. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box PI APPAREL SECTION PREMIER VENDORS GRAPHITTI DESIGNS POWERS: WALKER LIMITED EDITION COLD-CAST STATUE The attitude and style of Powers, comes to life in the new Walker Cold-Cast Statue. Sculpted by Andrew Wiernicki, the world created by Brian Bendis and Michael Oeming towers 8 1/2" over the city below. Limited to 750, each statue comes completely assemble and painted, ready to be proudly displayed. Advance solicitation. Scheduled to ship August 2003. (CAUT: 4). Statue SRP: $59.95 ASTRO CITY: SAMRITAN SYMBOL T-SHIRT ASTRO CITY II T-SHIRT The City comes alive!!. Kurt Busiek and crew have returned with new stories fron the city of heroes. The AC: Samaritan Symbol T-shirt features a white imprint on a red 100% cotton shirt. AC I T-shirt that features the art of Brent Andersen screenprinted in color on a red T-shirt. Astro City has returned!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 Signed Print $35.95 NEAL ADAMS': SAVAGE REVENGE T-SHIRT From out of the bush comes the new Neal Adams': Savage revenge T-shirt. Features Neals pencil art reproduced in sepia-tones on a natural-color 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. An incredible new shirt!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 THE FLASH: TERMINAL VELOCITY T-SHIRT The gang's all present and accounted for on the new Flash: Terminal Velocity T-shirt. Features the art of Mike Wieringo screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Talk about hangin' out with fast-friends? S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 KRYPTONITE I T-SHIRT KRYPTONITE II T-SHIRT The rock that kills (i you happen to hail from Krypton), takes center-stage on the new Kryptonite T-shirt. Features the telescopic words screenprinted in color on both a black (#I) and kahki green (#II) shirt. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SHADES OF BATMAN T-SHIRT The Dark Knight takes on a new form on the new Shades of Batman T-shirt. Features the cool graphic-rendition you see, screenprinted in color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Even without seeing his face, you know that The Batman has arrived!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 BATMAN III T-SHIRT The Caped Crusader makes his moves on the new Batman III T-shirt. Features Batman screenprinted in full-color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Batman's here to protect & serve!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 SUPERMAN 3-D SYMBOL T-SHIRT The Man of Steel goes three-dimensional on the new Superman 3-D Symbol T-shirt. Features a new twist on the classic symbol screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN XIVT-SHIRT Spidey's ready for action on the new Ultimate Spider-Man XIV T-shirt. Features the art of Mark Bagley screenprinted in color on a denim blue 100% cotton shirt. Spider-Man is on the prowl!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 CAPTAIN MARVEL I T-SHIRT He comes from another world (and dimension), to grace the new Captain Marvel T-shirt. Features the art of Alex Ross screenprinted in full-color on a kahki green 100% cotton shirt. Marvel is here!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 WOLVERINE: SNIKT! T-SHIRT Logan take's on an oriental flair on the new Wolverine" Snitk! T-shirt. Features the art of Tsutomu Nihei screenprinted in color on a dark grey 100% cotton shirt. Wolverine goes international!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 PUNISHER: BORN T-SHIRT Punisher gets down to the bare-bones on the new Punisher: Born T-shirt. Features the art from the new Marvel Comics series screenprinted in full-color on a black 100% cotton heavyweight shirt. Check out the new shirt and the new comics. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 OFFERED AGAIN O/A BUDDY CHRIST DASHBOARD STATUE O/A CATHOLICISM, WOW! T-SHIRT O/A CATHOLICISM, WOW! II T-SHIRT Living proof that the Lord is ever-present, we offer again these cool items to aid your eternal soul while on earth. Inspired by the statue seen in Kevin Smith's Dogma, your Buddy Christ stands over 5' tall, comes fully-painted and is ready for action. Catholicism Wow feature the ever popular logo on a white shirt. Catholicism Wow II is irreverently imprinted on a black shirt. All of your prayers have been answered!! Sculpture $12.95 S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A 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. S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A QUEEN & COUNTRY T-SHIRT Features the art of Tim Sale screenprinted in color on a black 100% cotton shirt. Check out both the shirt and the comics!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A DAILY PLANET: STAFF T-SHIRT O/A DAILY PLANET II T-SHIRT DP II features the classic Planet logo screenprinted in color on a white 100% cotton shirt. DP II features a small logo on front and the word "Staff" screenprinted on the back of a grey 100% cotton shirt. S-XL $17.95 (Daily Planet II) XXL $20.95 (Daily Planet II) S-XL $20.95 (Daily Planet I) XXL $23.95 (Daily Planet I) O/A HULK FACE T-SHIRT Features the face of the man 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 O/A PARADISE X PUNISHER T-SHIRT Features a cool organic rendition of the skull screenprinted in black on a white 100% cotton shirt. A summer version of the classic Punisher symbol!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 O/A AVENGERS #1 1/2 T-SHIRT O/A INVADERS T-SHIRT O/A SILVER SURFER III T-SHIRT O/A HULK IV T-SHIRT O/A CLASSIC IRON MAN T-SHIRT All shirts feature the incredible art of Bruce Timm screenprinted in color. Take your pick!! S-XL $17.95 XXL $20.95 ********************* APPAREL SECTION ANIME DRAGONBALL Z: GOTENK'S FUSION T-SHIRT Navy. 100% cotton. Back image and front logo. Gel ink. (7296/2437211) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z: GOTENK'S POWER T-SHIRT Charcoal and heather. 100% cotton. Back image and front logo. Gel ink. (7296/2440011) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DRAGONBALL Z: GRID ATTACH YOUTH T-SHIRT Royal blue. 100% cotton. Front image. (7296/ 2435518) (CAUT: 4) LG $16.95 INU-YASHA AND KAGOME T-SHIRT Red. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/5016) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 INU-YASHA CAST T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front and back images (6358/5020) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION NERV LOGO GO BAG Black. Canvas. (5488/606B-NERVR) (CAUT: 4) Bag $24.99 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION NERV LOGO MAXIM BAG Black. Canvas. (5488/608B-NERVR) (CAUT: 4) Bag $44.99 DC COMICS BATMAN RETRO BASEBALL JERSEY Gray with black sleves. Embroidery and appliqué. (559/21-847-165) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $60.00 BATMAN FLAME LOGO T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (559/48-301-200) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 GREEN LANTERN FLAME LOGO T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (559/48-301-199) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 SUPERMAN FLAME LOGO T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (559/23-301-271) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 WONDER WOMAN: COMIC WONDER JUNIOR T-SHIRT Black, with yellow trim. 100% cotton. (6242/WWAHP1B) (CAUT: 4) LG $18.95 GOTH DAVID BOLLT: KNIFE GIRL T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/2731) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 DAVID BOLLT: SYMMETRY RED T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/2726) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 ROMAN DIRGE: BUNNY SUIT T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (5145/ F402901) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 ROMAN DIRGE: "I LIKE MONKEYS" T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (5145/ F441901) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $21.95 ROMAN DIRGE: "I MATE THEN KILL" BABYDOLL T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (5145/F421011) (CAUT: 4) LG $21.95 RUBY GLOOM: "I AM NEVER ALONE" BABYDOLL T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (5145/D2881R1) (CAUT: 4) LG $19.95 RUBY GLOOM "THIS IS MY SMILE" STRIPED BABY RIB CAP-SLEEVED T- SHIRT Black. Raglan, with striped cap sleeves. Front image. (5145/D272888) (CAUT: 4) LG $21.95 RUBY GLOOM: "I'M SO HAPPY I COULD DIE" MINI MESSENGER BAG Black. Vinyl. Adjustable strap. (5145/D300CBN) (CAUT: 4) Bag $24.95 MARVEL CAPTAIN AMERICA FOOTBALL JERSEYS Dark blue. Embroidery and appliqué. (559/21-861-459) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $60.00 PUNISHER FLAME LOGO Black. 100% cotton. (559/21-301-624) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 PUNISHER RETRO BASEBALL JERSEYS Gray. Embroidery and appliqué. (559/21-847-486) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $60.00 SPIDER-MAN FOOTBALL JERSEYS Black with red sleeves. Embroidery and appliqué. (559/21-861-484) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $60.00 SPIDER-MAN: SCENIC ROUTE T-SHIRT Blue. 100% cotton. High density application with crystallina. Front image. (5360/MVL- 0023) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 SPIDER-MAN: VILLAIN BATTLE T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. High density clear gel with glow-in-the-dark ink. Front image. (5360/MVL-0124) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 SPIDER-MAN & FRIENDS INSULATED TOTE Black. Cordura. Insulated. PVC front panel. (5641/82676) (CAUT: 4) Tote $12.95 SPIDER-MAN WEB SWING 16-INCH BACKPACK Black. 16" cordura back pack. Heavier and more durable than vinyl. (5641/82839) (CAUT: 4) Backpack $16.95 X-MEN 2 LOGO T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. High density clear gel with crystallina. Front image. (5360/MAR- 0365) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 X-MEN 2 MOVIE CAST T-SHIRT Charcoal gray. 100% cotton. High density clear gel with crystallina. Front image. (5360/MAR-0354) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $15.95 MOVIES & TV AQUA TEEN HUNGER FORCE #1 IN THE HOOD RINGER T-SHIRT White with red. 100% cotton ringer. Front image. (4866/AR7059) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 THE BRAK SHOW RINGER T-SHIRT White with royal. 100% cotton ringer. Front image. (4866/AR7069) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 HARDWARE WARS MOVIE POSTER T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (4728) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $22.95 HARDWARE WARS EMBROIDERED BLACK TWILL LOGO CAP Black. White logo. (4728) (CAUT: 4) Cap $22.95 HARDWARE WARS FULL-SIZE LUNCH BOX Black. (4728) (CAUT: 4) Lunchbox $22.95 INVADER ZIM: BAR CODE T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4948) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 INVADER ZIM: "I'M ADVANCED" T-SHIRT Navy. 100% cotton. Back image. (6358/4564) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 INVADER ZIM: GIR BABYDOLL T-SHIRT Light blue. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/495068) (CAUT: 4) LG $18.95 INVADER ZIM VISOR Black. (6358/6848) (CAUT: 4) Visor $19.95 THE MATRIX: RELOADED — AGENT CODE T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. (81-310-23) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 THE MATRIX: RELOADED — AGENT RUNNING T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. (81-310-26) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 THE MATRIX: RELOADED — NEO IN GLASSES T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. (81-310-38) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 THE MATRIX: RELOADED — STAY IN WONDERLAND T-SHIRT Black 100% cotton. (81-310-10) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 XXL $18.95 MONTY PYTHON'S FLYING CIRCUS: "IT'S" T-SHIRT Teal. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/5000) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 MONTY PYTHON: "MY BRAIN HURTS" T-SHIRT Tan. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4049) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 MONTY PYTHON LOGO CAP Black. (6358/6693) (CAUT: 4) Cap $20.95 THE MUPPETS 25 YEARS CAST T-SHIRT White. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4538) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $8.95 THE MUPPETS ANIMAL FACE T-SHIRT Fushia. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4935) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 THE MUPPETS HOT CHICK BABYDOLL T-SHIRT Sky blue. 100% cotton. Front image. (6358/4976) (CAUT: 4) LG $18.95 THE MUPPETS CAST DIGITAL WATCH GIFT SET Comes in a case featuring the cast. Face features Fozzie. (5445/MP1) (CAUT: 4) Watch $19.99 SAMURAI JACK AKU RINGER T-SHIRT White with red. 100% cotton ringer. Back and front image. (6538/5045) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $18.95 SEALAB 2021 GROUP RINGER T-SHIRT White with royal. 100% cotton. Front image. (7866/AR7074) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 SEALAB DISTRESSED LOGO T-SHIRT Navy. 100% cotton. Blue jewel-toned logo. Front image. (7866/AR7074) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 MISCELLANEOUS SIN CITY HOT RODS T-SHIRT Black. 100% cotton. Front image. (8343/2735) (CAUT: 4) L-XL $16.95 TRANSFORMERS DREAMWAVE TRANSFORMERS AUTOBOT CLUB SHIRTS All-over print. Closed collar. (559/78-802-172) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $45.00 DREAMWAVE TRANSFORMERS DECEPTICON CLUB SHIRTS All-over print. Closed collar. (559/78-801-173) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. M-XXL SRP: $45.00 TOYS SECTION ANIME DRAGONBALL SERIES 2 7-INCH ACTION FIGURES These deluxe 7" tall figures re-create your favorite characters from the hit Dragonball animated series! This series may include: Tournament Goku, Mai, Puar & Yamcha, and Launch. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4301/77100) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $16.50Ea. DRAGONBALL Z LIGHT & SOUND SERIES 5 ACTION FIGURES These deluxe "Energy Glow" figures stand on bases and power up at the touch of a button! Figures make energizing sounds and glow as they "transform" to their Super Saiyan forms! This series is scheduled to include: Piccolo, Super Saiyan Vegito, and Super Saiyan Vegeta. Batteries included. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4301/76000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $14.25Ea. DRAGONBALL Z SERIES 13 BASIC ACTION FIGURES Get ready for more martial arts mayhem with the battlin' buddies of Dragonball Z! These "basic" figures stand approximately 5" tall, and feature limited articulation. Series 13 is scheduled to include: Vegito, Gotenks, Mystic Gohan, Tien, and Buu. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4301/75100) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.99Ea. DRAGONBALL Z SERIES 2 BASIC ACTION FIGURE TWO-PACKS Double up on the mountain range-leveling combatants of Dragonball Z with these all- new 2-packs featuring a pair of "basic" DBZ figures, each standing approximately 5" tall! This Series is scheduled to include: Goten & Trunks, Supreme Kai Shin & Kibito, and Goku & Vegita. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4301/75700) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. 2-Pack SRP: $16.99Ea. DRAGONBALL STRIKING "Z" FIGHTERS SERIES 5 ACTION FIGURES Now some of your favorite Dragonball Z characters can actually perform some of their trademark fighting moves with these Striking "Z" Fighter action figures! This series is scheduled to include: Captain Ginyu, Goku, Krillin, and Radecome, each with its own unique fighting action and break-apart accessory wall! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4301/75500) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.25Ea. YU YU HAKUSHO SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURES Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files continues to make tsunami-sized waves on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim Anime Block! Bring home the action with this second series of 7" tall action figures? This series is scheduled to include: Botan, Koenma, Yusuke, and Suzaku. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4301/94300) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $12.75Ea. COMIC BOOK HEROES DICK TRACY MEZ-ITS TWO-PACKS Mezco's Mez-Its mini-figures head straight for the funny pages for inspiration with this all-new series based on Chester Gould's classic comic strip, Dick Tracy! It's time for classic cops and robbers action with mini-figures of Dick Tracy, his trusted sidekick Sam Catchem, and Tracy's entire Rogues' Gallery of villains, including Flattop, Prune Face, The Brow, and The Influence! Each figure measures approximately 2 ½" tall and features 14 points of articulation — the most articulation of any building block-style figures! All figures come with accessories. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4830/80150) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. 2-Pack $9.25Ea. THE HULK MOVIE SERIES 4 ACTION FIGURES Watch Dr. Bruce Banner go from mild-mannered nuclear physicist to the mean green fighting machine with this series of fully poseable movie-based figures! Each intricately detailed figure has a character-dedicated action feature or accessory as seen in the hit motion picture. This series is scheduled to include: Hulk Dog (w/Sound), Super-Poseable Hulk (w/Catapult), Smash-&-Scream Hulk, and Rampaging Hulk. Figures vary in size from just over 4" to 6 ½" to capture true character scale. Batteries included. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (49/70535) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.99Ea. MARVEL LEGENDS GIFT PACKS Toy Biz's fabulous Marvel Legends series is a collector favorite, mixing amazing articulation and detailed display bases with some of Marvel's most popular characters. Now, you can get a group of great Marvel Legends in one package with these special gift packs! Choose from: Urban Legends—featuring The Punisher, Spider-Man, Daredevil, and Elektra; or X-Men Legends—featuring Gambit, Beast, Wolverine, Magneto & Rogue! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (49) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. URBAN LEGENDS (70399)—Gift Pack $34.99 X-MEN LEGENDS (70398)—Gift Pack $41.99 SPIDER-MAN & FRIENDS ACTION FIGURES WAVE 6 Spider-Man is joined by some of his friends for this new assortment of kid-friendly figures! Series may include: Snow Board Spidey (w/Snow Ball Shooter), Air Patrol Spidey, and Wolverine (w/Disc Shooter). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship October 2003. (49/70315) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $13.99Ea. SPIDER-MAN 2003 SERIES 4 ACTION FIGURE This assortment features a new selection of Spider-Man action figures, based on the comics! Series may include: Punching Peter Parker (w/Removable Mask), Flip-&-Zip Spider-Man, Shoot-& Grab Spider-Man, and Green Goblin! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship October 2003. (49/72010) (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. X-MEN 2 MOVIE SERIES TWO ACTION FIGURES New figures based on this summer action-packed blockbuster sequel! This assortment is scheduled to include: Iceman, Claw-Slashing Wolverine, Magneto, Street-Fighting Logan (w/Extra Hands), and Cyclops in Trenchcoat. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship October 2003. (49/70715) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figures SRP: $10.50Ea. DIE-CASTS ANIMAL HOUSE DEATHMOBILE DIE-CAST CUT THE CAKE!!! Emerging from a cloud of smoke in the midst of the Faber College Homecoming Parade to wreak havoc on an unsuspecting populace, the Delta's "Deathmobile" was a four-wheeled locomotive of destruction… rolling its way into cinematic history as one of the highlights of National Lampoon's Animal House! Now you can own your own 1/18th scale die-cast replica of the Deathmobile, complete with the head of Emil Faber on the hood! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (476/33263) (CAUT: 4) Die-Cast $39.99 BATMAN MOVIE BATMOBILE DIE-CAST From the makers of Hot Wheels comes this 1/64th scale replica of the Batmobile from Tim Burton's big screen revamp of the Caped Crusader! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (744/B5992) (CAUT: 1 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item will be available to the Specialty Market before it ships to other retail outlets. Die-Cast $9.99 FAST & THE FURIOUS VEHICLE & FIGURE SETS SERIES A Get ready for 2 Fast, 2 Furious, the highly-anticipated sequel to The Fast and the Furious, with this selection of 1/24th scale die-cast tuner cars, each with a fully detailed static figure of a film character. Windo box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (476/37114-A) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Cast SRP: $15.99Ea. HOT WHEELS 2003 BASIC DIE-CASTS WAVE 3 This wave offers 42 2003 First Edition vehicles (randomly shipped), twelve Segment Series, and twelve Treasure Hunt cars (vehicles with limited production runs, randomly shipped in case lots). Also, look for twelve Final Run collector's editions (throughout the year), Hot Wheels models that will no longer be produced after 2003, and whose molds will be destroyed! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (744/B1352-E) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-Cast SRP: $1.75Ea. HOT WHEELS: HALL OF FAME WAVE 2 DIE-CASTS Hot Wheels' "Hall of Fame" series features key cars from previous and classic 1/64th scale assortments! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (744/B0924-C) (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: $6.60Ea. JOHNNY LIGHTING: THE ITALIAN JOB 3-CAR BOX SET This special Hollywood on Wheels gift set features a trio of Mini-Cooper cars — featuring "after the chase" road dirt — from the 2003 caper film, The Italian Job, starring Mark Wahlberg, Edward Norton, and Charlize Theron (a remake of the 1961 film starring Michael Caine). Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (6243/245-08) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Box Set $15.99 JOHNNY LIGHTNING: MUSCLE CARS SERIES V WAVE 2 DIE-CASTS This series is scheduled to include: 1961 Pontiac Catalina black), 1962 Plymouth Belvedere (red), 1968 GTO (red), 1971 Heavy Chevy (white), 1966 Dodge Hemi Charger (blue), and 1967 Ford Fairlane (dark blue). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (6243/205-02) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Die-cast SRP: $3.99Ea. MINI-COOPER 3-INCH R/C CARS Mini-Coopers are one of the hottest cars on the streets today! Mini Radio-Controlled racers are the hottest collector toys around! Combine them, and we call them… Mini- Cooper R/C! The popular UK import is now a mini R/C racer, available in various colors, each with its own combo-collector case/recharger/remote control unit! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (491/8391) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and France. R/C Racer $15.99 FANTASY DRAGONMASTER DELUXE ACTION FIGURES Dragon Master Deluxe Editions feature "storybook"-style packaging, theme-specific environments, and human fantasy characters that come to life through the stories included with each creature! Each highly detailed Dragon figure features one or more wire insert- molded body parts (neck, tail, wings) that can bend and be posed into many positions — along with up to 20 points of additional articulation! This series is scheduled to include: Red Dragon, Earth Wurm, and Sea Serpent. Fifth-panel, die-cut window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (6243/16000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $19.99Ea. MEGA BLOKS DRAGONS: MARAUDER'S CLIFF SET Fantasy Adventure returns to Mega Bloks with the latest releases in their popular Dragons series! Can the adventurers battle their way past the defenses of Marauder's Cliff? If they make it past the cannons and armed guards, they must still deal with the guardian dragon that guards the gates to the cliffside battlement! Set includes battle gate with defenses, catamaran boat, tree hut, outpost station, figures with accessories, and dragon! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5437/9885) (CAUT: 4) Set $49.99 MEGA BLOKS DRAGONS: SEA DRAGON SET A dreaded Sea Dragon guards a remote island stronghold. Can the hero, with only a canoe to carry him across the rough seas, face danger and emerge victorious? Set includes Sea Dragon with light-up eyes, Canoe, Island, banner, and several warrior figures. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5437/9803) Set $29.99 MEGA BLOKS DRAGONS: VORGAN ATTACK SET The Vorgan Attack! The bestial Vorgan press onward in their attack on land of Norvagen, and meet heavy resistance in the form of a large dragon. Set includes Dragon, three Vorgan warriors, cannon, and set piece. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5437/9873) Set $14.99 GUNDAM Z-GUNDAM 4.5-INCH ACTION FIGURES Z-Gundam is coming to Cartoon Network — get ready with this all new series of basic figures from the anime classic! Each Z-Gundam collectible action figure features over 14 points of articulation and includes various weapons and accessories. This release is scheduled to include: Zeta-Gundam, Gundam RX-78 Mk-II A.U.E.G. Type, Gundam RX- 78 Mk-II Titans Type, and more! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11300) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $10.25Ea. Z-GUNDAM 4.5-INCH DELUXE ACTION FIGURES These deluxe Z-Gundam robot action figures feature deluxe accessories or weaponry, as well as over 20 points of articulation! Choose from various designs, including: Hiyaku- Shikie MSN-0100, Qubley AMX-004, and more! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11330) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $12.75Ea. Z-GUNDAM 4.5-INCH DELUXE BATTLE-SCARRED ACTION FIGURES Deluxe Z-Gundam robot action figures featuring deluxe accessories or weaponry, 20 points of articulation, and special "Battle-Damage" detailing! Don't just imagine your Gundam fighters taking damage… See the laser hits! See the sword cuts! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11460) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $12.75Ea. Z-GUNDAM 4.5-INCH MOBILE SUIT & VEHICLES These deluxe Z-Gundam robot action figures come with a scale vehicle that the Mobile Suit can ride on or combine with! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11355) (9036/11355) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $16.00Ea. Z-GUNDAM 7.5-INCH MOBILE FIGHTER ACTION FIGURES These deluxe, 7 ½" tall Z-Gundam action figures feature over 30 points of articulation and include unique action features, such as the Z-Gundam Mobile Suit, which can transform to "Wave Rider" mode. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11355) (9036/11770) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure $20.00Ea. Z-GUNDAM ARCH ENEMY ACTION FIGURE SERIES This series presents "arch-enemy" mobile suits from various programs in the Gundam saga, this one featuring mecha from Z-Gundam! Each figure stands approximately 7" tall and comes with a host of weapons and accessories for the ultimate grudge match! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9036/11400) (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: $32.00Ea. MILITARY FIGURES G.I. JOE 2003 BRAVO ACTION FIGURES More realistic military collectibles from the G.I. Joe 12" line! The new "Bravo" assortment is scheduled to include: Navy SEAL Beach Landing and Navy SEAL Shore Security, and other previously released figures. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (309/81565-095W) (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: $25.99Ea. G.I. JOE 2003 ECHO ACTION FIGURES More realistic military collectibles from the G.I. Joe 12" line! The new "Echo" assortment is scheduled to include: Navy SEAL Paradiver and other previously released figures. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (309/81565-095W) (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: $38.99Ea. SIX-GUN LEGENDS: DOC HOLIDAY 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE While Wyatt Earp was arguably one of the most notable western figures of American history, nothing can be said of him without nearly equal mention of John Henry "Doc" Holiday. A central figure at the legendary gunfight of the OK Corral, John Henry "Doc" Holiday comes with: hat, shirt, string tie, vest, trousers, overcoat, gunbelt & holster, Colt Peacemaker, shoulder holster, walking stick, Coachgun, flask, and pocket watch & chain. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (9004/4905) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 MISCELLANEOUS AFI SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES As AFI releases their major label debut, Sing the Sorrow, here comes their first line of 7" action figures based on the artwork that has adorned their CDs and t-shirts! This series is scheduled to include: Art, Articia and the Bat. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (5122/400) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $16.99Ea. BLEEDING EDGE GOTHS 12-INCH DOLLS These fully poseable Bleeding Edge Goths stand 12" tall and are resplendent in their finest Dark Side wear and realistically styled hair and tattoos you can apply anywhere on the doll. This assortment is scheduled to include: Malice, Raven, Sinistress, Storm, and Lillian. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (491) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Doll SRP: $24.00Ea. BLEEDING EDGE GOTHS ACTION FIGURES ASSORTMENT Bleeding Edge Goths represents the macabre style an attitude for the apathetic, yet dramatic Goth scene. These 7" tall figures depict a quartet of folks who walk on the Darker Side of life… or afterlife, with enough metal piercings to set off any airport alarm! This assortment is scheduled to include: Morbida, Dagger, Belladonna, and Wormwood. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (491) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $14.00Ea. BLEEDING EDGE GOTHS: KINDER GOTHS PLUSHES Cute. Cuddly. Creepy! These "Kinder Goths" plush toys are a quintet of better-off-dead cuties who will warm your heart… and chill your soul! This assortment is scheduled to include: Voodoo (cat), Bonez (dog), Arania (baby), Nightshade (baby), and Zero (baby). Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (491) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $24.00Ea. CAT IN THE HAT DELUXE ACTION FIGURES Based on Dr. Seuss' classic children's book (and the upcoming film starring Mike Myers as the Cat), this series of Deluxe action figures depict the Cat in various incarnations, along with a companion figure or accessory. This series is scheduled to include: Cat in Chef (w/Cupcake-in-a-tor), Cat Doc (w/Phun-O-Meter), and Cat in Hat (w/Fish). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4850/45800) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $10.99Ea. CAT IN THE HAT PLUSH WITH BOOK OR VIDEO A delightful plush toy of the Cat, along with either a copy of the classic children's book by Dr. Seuss, or the animated version on VHS cassette. Open tray packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4850) (CAUT: 4) PLUSH/BOOK (45150)—Set $19.99 PLUSH/VIDEO (45100)—Set $21.99 CAT IN THE HAT SMALL PLUSHES Miniature plush collectibles of the Cat and other characters from the Dr. Seuss classic! This assortment is scheduled to include: Cat, Thing 1, Thing 2, and Fish. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4850/45000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Plush SRP: $6.99Ea. CHESHIRE CAT PLUSH And why does it grin like that? It's the Cheshire Cat, of course! Designed by John Tenniel for Lewis Carroll, this is the original author's design of the most famous disappearing cat in history. With tail extended, he's 15" long, and sure to enchant any cat-lover's heart. (4231/02012) (CAUT: 4) Plush $24.95 [ART] PUFFY: AMIYUMI SMITI BOX SET Japan's "J-Pop" sensation Puffy, featuring Japanese pop divas Ami and Yumi, have been miniaturized in SMITI form! This set includes Ami and her pet rabbit Chobin, and Yumi and her pet cat Jang-Keng. Each Puffy SMITI stands approximately 3" tall and features 14 points of articulation. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5122/23) (CAUT: 4) Set $12.50 WWE: ADRENALINE SERIES 3 TWO-PACKS Your favorite WWE grapplers are back in these adrenaline-laced figure 2-packs! Assortment pack-out to be determined. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4301/W98203) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. 2-Pack SRP: $16.99Ea. WWE: KING OF THE RING PPV ACTION FIGURES This series features some of your favorite WWE stars in a series based on the annual "King of the Ring" pay-per-view special! Assortment pack-out to be determined. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4301/W90472) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.75Ea. WWE: RUTHLESS AGGRESSION SERIES 5 ACTION FIGURES There'll be loads of "Ruthless Aggression" when WWE fans put a hammerlock on these all-new wrestling action figures! Assortment pack-out to be determined. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4301/W98157) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.75Ea. WWE: UNLIMITED SERIES 4 ACTION FIGURES More WWE Superstars to thrash and grapple for the championship belt! Assortment pack-out to be determined. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (4301/W98178) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $12.75Ea. MOVIES & TV ANIMAL HOUSE SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES National Lampoon's Animal House is comedy classic, and it owes much of that status to the outrageous characters that populated the 1978 Universal Pictures release. Focused on the collector's market, this series of articulated roto-cast figures bring the boys of Delta House to life! This series is scheduled to include: Bluto (w/ever-spill goblet and bottles), Flounder (w/keyring & shovel), and D-Day (w/helmet & glasses). Clamshell packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4830/62000) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $16.50Ea. JAMES BOND 12-INCH SERIES 4 ACTION FIGURES From the 1973 James Bond film, Live and Let Die, comes this pair of figures featuring the likenesses of Roger Moore and Julius Harris. Choose from: Roger Moore/James Bond (w/Black Turtleneck & Trousers, Shoulder Holster & Pistol, & Flashlight) and Julius Harris/Tee Hee (w/Red Sport Coat & Tie, Sunglasses, Grey Trousers, and pincer hand). Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 4) JAMES BOND/MOORE (7711)––Figure $40.00 TEE HEE (7712)––Figure $40.00 A CHARLIE BROWN XMAS SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES & BOXED SET One of America's most beloved Peanuts holiday specials is now immortalized with this new series of action figures based on the animated classic. Measuring approximately 4" tall with limited articulation, each figures comes with themed accessories and interlocking display bases. Choose from: Charlie Brown, Lucy Van Pelt, Linus Van Pelt, Sally Brown, Pig Pen, and Schroeder. Blister card packaging. Also available in window boxed sets: Set A (Charlie/Sally/Linus), or Set B (Lucy/Schroeder/Pig Pen). Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (6243) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Both items are are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. FIGURES (7710) SRP: $8.99Ea. FIGURE SET (7717) SRP: $22.49Ea. A CHARLIE BROWN XMAS PLAYSET Re-create a favorite scene from the Charlie Brown classic with this all-new Xmas-themed playset. First in the series is: Snoopy's Doghouse with light-up Xmas lights, complete with an exclusive figure. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (6243/7720) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Playset $22.49 FARSCAPE: COMMANDO AERYN SUN ACTION FIGURE Limited to 3,000 pieces, the Commando Aeryn Sun action figure depicts the former Peacekeeper as a commando with blaster rifle, headset and tracker. This dynamically posed figure is a never-before-released sculpt, and comes window boxed with a special metal stand. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4231/FS036) (CAUT: 4) Figure $29.95 FREDDY KRUEGER 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE (Modern Horror Classics: A Nightmare on Elm Street) Don't fall asleep! Freedy delights in turning your dreams into nightmares! This figure comes at you with trademark knife-fingered glove hand, movie-themed costume, fedora hat and devilish attitude. Limited Edition of 7,500! Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (9004/7302) Figure $40.00 JASON VORHEES 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE (Modern Horror Classics: Friday the 13th) Spend your last summer at "Camp Blood!" The vengeance of Jason knows no bounds, as this unstoppable killer comes to your 12" figure collection with removable hockey mask, movie-themed costume, machete, and axe! Limited Edition of 7500. Fifth-panel window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (9004/7301) (CAUT: 4) Figure $40.00 MICKEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL SERIES 1 PVC FIGURES Disney's animated retelling of the Christmas Carol is immortalized with this boxed set of character PVC figurines, depicting the entire cast, available in boxed set with clip attachments and without, or as individual PVC figurines. Each set includes: Scrooge McDuck, Miser Scrooge, Reformed Scrooge, Mickey Mouse/Bob Cratchit Clerk, Mickey Mouse/Bob Cratchit Father, Donald Duck as Nephew Fred, Goofy as Marley's Ghost, Jiminy Cricket as the Ghost of Xmas Past, Willie as the Ghost of Xmas Present, Pete as the Ghost of Xmas Future, and Mole as a Collector for the Poor. Window box packaging on sets. Scheduled to ship in October 2003 (6243/7617) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. PVC figures are are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. CLIP-ONS (7617)—Set $22.49 PVCS (7611)—Set $22.49 PVCS (7616)—Figure $3.99Ea. MICKEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES Relive Disney's re-telling of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol with this new series of articulate action figures! This series is scheduled to include: Mickey Mouse as Bob Crachit, Goofy as Marley's Ghost, Minnie Mouse as Mrs. Crachit, Donald Duck as nephew Fred, Scrooge McDuck as Ebeneezer Scrooge, and Daisy Duck as Isabelle. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (6243/7600) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $8.99Ea. MICKEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL SERIES 1 THREE GHOSTS ACTION FIGURE BOX SET Now you can haunt Uncle Scrooge McDuck with this boxed set of the three spirits of the holiday: Jiminy Cricket as the Ghost of Xmas Past, Willie as the Ghost of Xmas Present, and Pete as the Ghost of Xmas Future. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003 (6243/7607) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Figure Set $22.49 JIM HENSON'S MUPPETS SERIES 5 ACTION FIGURES Presenting the fifth series in the Muppets action figure line! Series 5 figures come loaded with articulation and accessories, and feature some of the most sought after Muppet characters to date! This series is scheduled to include: Gonzo the Great (in purple tux, with bugle, box of candy with removable lid, and the love of his life, Camilla), Pepe the King Prawn (16 points of articulation, foldable deck chair, umbrella, flip-flops, Lunchbox with opening lid, & hair-dryer), Janice (with magnetic hat, tambourine, electric guitar and amp), and the Muppet Newsman (with removable glasses, hotline phone, desk & a news backdrop with customizable stickers). Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (8644) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.99Ea. PREDATOR MEZ-ITS 3-PACK Based on the smash hit sci-fi horror movie series, these mini-figures feature sculpted heads, signature accessories, and detailed display bases. This set includes: The Hunter (Masked w/shoulder cannon & throwing disc, jungle display base), Trophy Keeper (Unmasked w/shoulder cannon; trophy room base w/removable skulls), and The Unseen (Clear w/spear & shoulder cannon; gargoyle display base). Each figure measures approximately 2 ½" tall and features 14 points of articulation — the most articulation of any building block-style figures! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4830/80160) (CAUT: 4) Set (x3) $13.25 ROBOTECH MASTERPIECE COLLECTION: MIRIYA'S VF-1J The fifth and final volume in the Robotech Masterpiece Collection has arrived! Featuring its trademark red-and-white deco, the Veritech VF-1J fully transforms from Battloid to Guardian to Fighter. Constructed from die-cast metal and sturdy plastic, Miriya's VF-1J offers a wealth of features and details from top to bottom, from the functional LED light in the Veritech's eye visor to the real rubber tires on the landing gear. The opening cockpit with removable pilot even has a detachable access ladder. The VF-1J is packaged in a book-style collector's box with magnetic clasp and sliding tray, allowing you to remove your Veritech for display or return it to the "book" for storage. Limited to 15,000 pieces, each with a Certificate of Authenticity. (4522/2950) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Japan. Figure $79.99 SOUTH PARK SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURE Sweet! The first-ever South Park action figures are here—and you will respect their authoritaaah! Trey Parker and Matt Stone's foul-mouth schoolboys are finally captured as action figures, each with a companion mini-figure! This first series is scheduled to include: Cartman & Kitty, Kyle & Ike, Stan & Sparky the Gay Dog, and Butters & Underpants Gnome. Figures measure approximately 5" tall and feature some articulation. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4368/15001) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots—please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.99Ea. TRANSFORMERS SPY CHANGERS WAVE 2 FIGURES The 1:64 scale Spy Changers feature clear bodies to simulate their stealth mode invisibility! This wave is scheduled to include: Breakdown, Drag Strip, Motormaster, Dead End, and Wildracer. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (309/26548) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $4.25Ea. YU-GI-OH! 2-INCH FIGURES WAVE 4 All of your favorite monsters from the world of Yu-Gi-Oh! come alive as these 2" tall collector figures, ultra detailed and fully painted. This wave is scheduled to include: Marik, Black Skull Dragon, Swordstalker, Gate Guardian, Blue-Eyes Toon Dragon, Launcher Spider, Dragon Piper, Relinquished, Dark Chimer, and La Jinn the Mystical Genie of the Lamp. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (744/56451-966U) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $4.40Ea. YU-GI-OH! 2-INCH FIGURE 3-PACKS WAVE 2 An all-new selection of Yu-Gi-Oh! monster 3-packs! This wave is scheduled to include: Baby Dragon/Time Wizard/Thousand Dragon and Blue-Eyes Toon Dragon/Black Skull Dragon/Harpies. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (744/56462- 966U) (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. 3-Pack SRP: $12.00Ea. YU-GI-OH! 6-INCH ACTION FIGURES WAVE 2 More great characters and monsters from Yu-Gi-Oh! This wave is scheduled to include: Yugi Version 3, Marik, Pendulum Machine, Giant Soldier of Stone, Feral Imp, Battle Ox, Rude Kaiser, and Flame Swordsman. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (744/56467-966U) (CAUT: 1 & 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $12.00Ea. SCI-FI STAR WARS 2003 BASIC ACTION FIGURE COLLECTIONS WAVE 1 The characters of the Star Wars saga come to life in stunning new action figures! Collection 1 Wave 1 and Collection 2 Wave 1 are scheduled to feature a mix of figures depicting characters from all five existing Star Wars films, including the most recent release, Episode II—Attack of the Clones! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (309) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. These items are sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. COL. 1 WAVE 1 (84851-A008)––Figures SRP: $7.99Ea. COL. 2 WAVE 1 (84861-A008)––Figures SRP: $7.99Ea. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES ACTION FIGURES WAVE 3 The TMNT are back, and so are their cool and collectible action figures! Featuring multiple points of articulation and meticulous detailing, these 5" tall figures will have you shouting "Cowabunga!" Dude, this wave is scheduled to include: Nanotech Monster, Biker Raph, and Mechanic Don! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in December 2002. (222/154020-C) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $9.00Ea. ZOIDS "SUPER" ACTION FIGURE KITS Now with "Holotech" armor! Awesome battery-powered Zoids you build and send into battle! This wave is scheduled to include: Liger Zero Holotech (with clear armor), and more! Assembly and battery required. Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (309/83105-0953) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $36.99Ea. ZOIDS ULTRA MOTORIZED ACTION FIGURE KITS Now with "Holotech" armor! Bigger! Badder! Ultra Zoids! This series of motorized Zoids kits is scheduled to include: Gun Blaster Holotech and Battle Rex. Closed box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (309/83100-0953) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $29.99Ea. VIDEO GAMES KINGDOM HEARTS SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURE TWO-PACKS Disney paired up with Squaresoft (creators of Final Fantasy) to produce Kingdom Hearts, the interactive RPG for PlayStation 2, featuring classic Disney characters and worlds, as well as new one developed by Tetsuya Nomura, known for his work on Final Fantasy. This second series of figure two-packs is scheduled to include: Genie & Heartless, Jafar & Riku, Simba & Heartless, Beast & Heartless, Sora & Arial, and Peter Pan & Heartless. Each figure features some articulation and an accessory. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4387/76100) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Two-Packs SRP: $14.99Ea. TOMB RAIDER 2 MOVIE 6.5-INCH ACTION FIGURES Lara Croft, globe-trotting Tomb Raider of video game and movie fame returns to screens this summer in the action-packed sequel, and here's the action figures that bring star Angelina Jolie home to your toy collection with new, realistic scans of the actress's likeness! This assortment is scheduled to include: Lara in Tomb Raider Gear, Lara in Wetsuit, and Shadow Guardian. Each figure stands 6 ½" tall and features accessories and up to 20 points of articulation! Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. Blister card packaging. (5101) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Figure SRP: $11.75Ea. STATUES & MODELS COMIC BOOK HEROES BATSKIBOAT PLASTIC MODEL KIT Based on the vehicle used by Michael Keaton when he played the Caped Crusader in the Batman Returns film! Remember how cool it was to see this baby cruising through Gotham's sewers? Create a 1:25th scale model of the Batskiboat with this Snapfast kit! Assembly required. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (476/38040) (CAUT: 4) Kit $12.99 BATWING PLASTIC MODEL KIT There are very few moments in the Batman films that can compare to the sight of the Batwing silhouetted against the sky. The classic plane is now yours to build with this 1:25th scale kit! Painting and assembly required. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (476/38059) (CAUT: 4) Kit $12.99 GAGNÉ'S TWISTED RABBIT STATUE Michael Gagnés created very bizarre and ferocious looking creatures with his cult book Insanely Twisted Rabbits. Now you can preserve choice horror from that book with this statue that recreates one of the large mawed monsters! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9004/7901) (CAUT: 4) Statue $39.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A FANTASTIC FOUR MINI STATUES Here's Torch, Mr. Fantastic, and the Invisible Woman sculpted by Thomas Kuntz! The Human Torch measures 9" tall, the Invisible Woman is 5 ½" tall, and Mr. Fantastic is 8 1/2" tall. All are painted and ready to display! Available Now! (8824) HUMAN TORCH—Statue $45.00 INVISIBLE WOMAN—Statue $45.00 MR. FANTASTIC—Statue $45.00 ***************** MR. MONSTER MINI-BUST Michael T. Gilbert gave us the world's greatest monster-fighter, but now Randy Bowen sculpts the buff basher to give us a 6" tall mini bust that you'll want to add to your statue collection. Display Dr. Strongfort Stearn in all his glory! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Mini Bust $40.00 X-MEN STORM MINI-STATUE Young and beautiful, Ororo Munroe goes by another name when she dons her team garb: Storm. And this lovely lass can control the weather in your town via this 7" tall statue sculpted by Thomas Kuntz. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (8824) (CAUT: 4) Mini Bust $45.00 FANTASY FROSTED DRAGON HOLDING RED BALL STATUE Looking to add ambience to that den or office? If you're big into fantasy, then you'll want to check out this long frosted dragon statue made of cold cast resin. Measuring 9" tall and 13" long, this museum-quality piece comes with a wood base. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4432/1512) (CAUT: 4) Statue $52.00 SITTING DRAGON STATUE WITH VOTIVE CANDLE This impressive ebony-colored 9 ½" tall dragon that comes with a candle is just what you need on game night! Don't play an RPG without this resin hand-painted guardian! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4432/1504) (CAUT: 4) Statue $25.50 MARVEL OFFERED AGAIN O/A ROGUES' GALLERY BUSTS A Diamond Select Release! Designed and sculpted in exacting detail by the Art Asylum! Kraven measures 6" high and 4" wide. The 6" high Carnage includes parts of the symbiote virtually growing out of him. The 6" tall Kingpin shows the crimelord looking over the skyline of New York. A 6" high Lizard springs from the sewers of NYC, ready to unleash his havoc on an unsuspecting city. The Sandman bust measures over 6" high from the 3" wide sand base to the top of his sand fist. The Scorpion's bust features a metallic paint style to accurately portray the cybernetic armor that J. Jonah Jameson had bonded to his flesh. And the wings of the Vulture serve as a base, creating a hovering effect for the aged foe. All busts include hand-numbered Certificates of Authenticity. Available now! (4667) CARNAGE (STAR17007)—Bust $45.00 KINGPIN (STAR17008)—Bust $45.00 KRAVEN (STAR17009)—Bust $45.00 LIZARD (STAR16463)—Bust $45.00 SANDMAN (STAR16464)—Bust $45.00 SCORPION (O/A)—Bust $45.00 VULTURE (O/A) (21044)—Bust $45.00 ************** MOVIES & TV G.I. JOE FLINT MINI-BUST Presenting Warrant Officer Flint sculpted as a mini bust with his signature shotgun! The shotgun's fabric strap can be positioned anywhere on this officially licensed 3 ½" tall bust, which is sculpted by Andy Bergholtz. Individually numbered and fully painted! Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (8644/20040) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Bust $44.99 MIGHTY MOUSE TEENY WEENY MINI MAQUETTE This maquette is based on classic 1940s model sheet images! Comes fully painted on a logo base. Sculpted by renowned animation sculptor Ruben Procopio. Limited to only 750 pieces worldwide! Includes an individually numbered box with a Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $49.00 MUPPETS BUSTS Jim Henson's timeless characters are now immortalized as top-shelf busts that you can collect to create your own Muppet show! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 4) BEAUREGARD (8017) $55.00 FOZZIE (8009) $55.00 LEW ZEALAND (8016) $55.00 ZOOT (8018) $60.00 TOONED UP RALPH HINKLEY MAQUETTE In March of 1981, we were treated to The Greatest American Hero TV series. Here is an individually numbered maquette of Ralph Hinkley, based on animation designs by Tracy Mark Lee, sculpted by Schu. Includes a decorated box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (5286) (CAUT: 4) Maquette $79.00 TRANSFORMERS: RAVAGE STATUE With his enhanced stealth and radar capabilities (not to mention proton bombs), Ravage is one of Soundwave's most powerful cassette-bots, and an invaluable asset to the Decepticons in their war to crush the "inferior" Autobots! Sculpted by Jason Ray, this 5 ¼" cold cast porcelain statue of Ravage is limited to only 2,000 copies. Includes a full- color collector's box. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4372) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, and the U.K. Statue $49.95 ZOIDS ACTION FIGURE MODEL KITS Now you have the power to assemble a private army of Zoids! These model kits, which may include Gusak, Molga, Iguanasaur, Gatordus, Sea Striker, Hammer Rock, or Double Sworder Holo-Tech each require assembly. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (309/83028) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, and the U.K. Kit SRP: $11.25Ea. SCI-FI STAR TREK BUSTS Standing 7" tall on a base with Starfleet emblem and character name, Dr. "Bones" McCoy and Engineer Scotty have come to mend any crisis at hand as collectible busts in full- color window boxes. The base bottoms include rubber bumpers to protect display surfaces. Sculpted by Mat Falls. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. DR. MCCOY (8413)—Bust $40.00 SCOTTY (8418)—Bust $40.00 STAR TREK NCC 1701 ENTERPRISE SNAP KIT An authentic replica of the original starship Enterprise from the first Star Trek TV series. Use this snap kit to build the vessel that first pioneered the space ways back during the time of Captain James T. Kirk and crew! Assembly required. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (6243/4200) (CAUT: 4) Kit $10.99 STAR TREK NX01 ENTERPRISE A model of the new Enterprise from the UPN Enterprise Show! This 1/350th scale glue model kit is approximately 24" long, and requires a Skill Level 2. Painting and assembly required. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (6243/4201) (CAUT: 4) Kit $42.99 OFFERED AGAIN O/A STAR WARS ANAKIN SKYWALKER FX LIGHTSABER Studio-authorized, the hilt of the lightsaber is constructed from durable die-cast metal components and features a permanently attached polypropylene blade, which encases an electro-luminescent core. Once activated, the blade glows brightly and the replica plays back digitally recorded sound effects taken directly from the film. Integrated sensor switches control the pitch and playback of the lightsaber sounds, including an impact sound with the blade encounters an obstacle. Measures approximately 46 ½" x 1 ½" x 2 ½" and weighs 2 lbs. Available Now! (5305/ SW201) (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available in Europe. Replica $129.00 O/A STAR WARS COUNT DOOKU LIGHTSABER REPLICA This replica of the lightsaber wielded by Christopher Lee in the latest Star Wars film looks like the actual weapon used by Count Dooku in the movie! Available Now! (5305/SW105) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. Lightsaber Replica $299.00 ***************** STAR WARS LUKE SKYWALKER THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK LIGHTSABERS Master Replicas brings you these professionally constructed lightsaber replicas based on Luke Skywalker's weapon used in The Empire Strikes Back! Also available signed! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (5305) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Europe. REG. (SW110)—Replica SRP: $339.00 SIGNED. (SW110S)—Replica SRP: $449.00 SIMPSONS SIMPSONS BUSTS Springfield's prize family are the most dysfunctional cartoon characters on the planet! And that's why we love 'em. If you want to do more than catch them on TV, have a place for them in your home with these collectible 1/5th scale Simpsons busts sculpted by Oluf! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (9004) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. BART—Bust $35.00 HOMER—Bust $35.00 LISA—Bust $35.00 MARGE—Bust $35.00 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. ANIME CUTIE HONEY DOLLGURES Imported from Japan! Based on Go Nagi's classic Cutie Honey! Cutie Honey is an android that can change into different forms and personalities to disguise herself. Combining the bodies of dolls and action figures, these dollgures feature highly detailed internal skeletons, which are covered in new "soft skin" to allow movement. Each figure stands 6 ½" tall, features cloth clothes that can be detached, and the expressions can by replaced by changing the face part. Includes stand and accessories. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5642) CUTIE (MDF-035)—Figure $17.99 KISARAGI (MDF-036)—Figure $17.99 SISTER JILL (MDF-038)—Figure $17.99 DEVILMAN CHECKMATE COLLECTION Imported from Japan! Bring the good vs. evil fight of Go Nagai's Devilman to your chess game! Assemble both sides –– the Devilman army and the Demon army. Each blister card comes with one main piece and one pawn. Collect them all for complete chess sets, or display the individual characters as figurines. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5642) MATURE COLLECTORS DEMON ARMY FIGURINES (MDF-044)––Pack (x2) $7.99Ea. DEVILMAN ARMY FIGURINES (MDF-043)––Pack (x2) $7.99Ea. COMICS LIBERTY MEADOWS: BRANDY RESIN STATUE Imported from Italy! Frank Cho's Liberty Meadows has become a worldwide phenomenon, thanks in part to his universally understandable humor style… and his ability to draw the most fabulous women. Case in point: Brandy, the buxom animal psychiatrist who calls the Liberty Meadows animal sanctuary her home. Here in this diorama captured from Cho's cover for fifth issue of the Liberty Meadows comic book, Brandy finds herself "in the paint" thanks to Truman the duck and his rambunctious pal, Oscar the wiener dog. Standing 11" tall, this fully painted and assembled resin statue is available exclusively in North America through Previews! Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (133/50583) Statue $99.99 FINAL FANTASY X OFFERED AGAIN O/A FINAL FANTASY X: AURON 12-INCH VINYL STATUE Imported from Japan! Once one of the chief bodyguards of Yuna's father, Auron is a samurai-sword wielding guard. Auron stands approximately 12" tall and comes with his sword and detachable sunglasses. Window box packaging. Available again in July! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4898) Vinyl Statue $24.99 O/A FINAL FANTASY X: KIMAHRI 14-INCH VINYL STATUE Imported from Japan! This vinyl statue of the spear-wielding Kimahri, Guardian of Yuna, stands a little over 14" tall. Sculpted by Junichi Taniguchi, Kimahri's lion-like features have been faithfully reproduced. Comes painted and ready to display. Window box packaging. Available again in July! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4898) Vinyl Statue $29.99 O/A FINAL FANTASY X: TIDUS 12-INCH ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! This awesome 12" tall figure perfectly replicates the heroic Tidus from the Playstation 2 epic, Final Fantasy X! Tidus features an amazing 22 points of articulation, with special elbow joints that allow the figure to assume all the fighting stances of the game. His pants and elbow armor is made of thin PVC, which cover the joints to add to the realism. His sword is made of a clear material to replicate the blade's look in the game. The figure comes packaged in a window box. Available again in July! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4898) Figure $34.99 O/A FINAL FANTASY X: YUNA 12-INCH VINYL STATUE Imported from Japan! The chief summoner and daughter of the famous summoner, Braska, Yuna is the 17-year-old staff-wielding female lead of the Playstation 2 epic, Final Fantasy X! Her overall look of honesty and innocence, belies her powerful ability to summon powerful Aeons (summoned beasts) to do battle for her. This piece comes hand- painted and ready to display, complete with removable staff accessory. Window box packaging. Available again in July! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4898) Statue $24.99 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR FIST OF THE NORTH STAR 200X DELUXE ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! In the cruel and terrible world, the chosen one, Kenshiro, is the last of the Martial Arts School Hokuto Shinken, whose strength will stop the violence among men. Roah, a ruthless conqueror, has sworn to kill Kenshiro to become the supreme master. Let these two warriors battle it out as deluxe action figures. Each stands 8" tall, features multiple points of articulation, and variant hands — almost limitless posing possibilities! Roah also comes with a weapon, cloak, and helmet. Sculpted for Kaiyodo by Tomohide Enoki! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4673) KENSHIRO––Figure $17.99 RAOH––Figure $17.99 JAPANESE CINEMA BATTLES WITHOUT HONOR ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Often called the "Japanese Godfather," this yazuka film redefined the genre of Japanese gangsters. A breakout film for director Kinji Fukasaku (Battle Royale), who has continued to cause controversy with his provocative films. Each figure from this movie stands 12" tall, is highly articulated, features cloth outfits and outstanding likeness. Choose from Katsuharu Saijyo (actor Takuzo Kawatani), Katsutoshi Otomo (actor Shinichi Chiba), Masaharu Yamanaka (actor Kinya Kitaoji), Shinchi Iwai (actor Tatsuo Umemia), Syoichi Eda (actor Shingo Yamashiro), and Terukichi Ichioka (actor Hiroki Matsukata). Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (133) KATSUHARU SAIJYO (A-502)—Figure $45.00 KATSUTOSHI OTOMO (A-504)—Figure $45.00 MASAHARU YAMANAKA (A-505)—Figure $45.00 SHINICHI IWAI (A-500)—Figure $45.00 SYOICHI EDA (A-503)—Figure $45.00 TERUKICHI ICHIOKA (A-501)—Figure $45.00 KAIJU GAMERA 1 MEGA SIZE FIGURE Imported from Japan! Sculpted by Ryu Oyama, this highly detail PVC figure is quite a monster –– literally! Featuring the frightening Gamera from the 1995 film of the same name, this figures also stands an amazing 9" tall! Scheduled to ship in September 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4878) Figure $15.99 GAMERA VS. BARUGON SOAP DISPENSERS Imported from Japan! These PVC figures also dispense hand soap! Choose from Gamera or Barugon. Each stands approximately 8" tall. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4878) GAMERA––Soap Dispenser $9.99 BARUGON––Soap Dispenser $9.99 KUBRICKS OFFERED AGAIN O/A KAWS KUBRICK SETS Imported from Japan! Internationally renowned graffiti artist, "KAWS", has tagged walls all over the world, from the U.S. and England to Hong Kong and Japan. Medicom pays tribute to this urban legend with his own Kubrick playsets, featuring two original figures and a bus stop enclosure, all decorated by KAWS in typical fashion. Measuring approximately 2 ½" tall, each figure can be broken down into its various component parts. Window box packaging with die-cut fifth panel. Available now! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4667) SET 1 (KUBSPECIAL55)—Set $22.99 SET 2 (KUBSPECIAL56)—Set $22.99 ****************** MANGA AKIRA: TETSUO PVC STATUE Imported from Japan! Tetsuo from Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira is replicated as this stunning 3D statue! This statue of the tragic villain of the famous manga captures Tetsuo as he begins his supernatural metamorphosis. Extremely detailed, this PVC statue stands 6" tall. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4368) Statue $35.00 OFFERED AGAIN O/A TRIGUN: MONEV THE GALE PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ACTION FIGURE Introduced in Episode 12 of the anime, Monev the Gale is part of The Gung-Ho Guns, a group of 12 "superpowered killing feaks" who do Knives's bidding. Big and strong, with big guns mounted on his body, The Gale has spent 20 years training to kill Vash the Stampede. Here's Monev as a 9" tall figure with 27 points of articulation. Sculpted by Katsuhisa Yamaguchi, this Previews Exclusive version has a new head sculpt, with a clear plastic body, and an interior skeleton that glows in the dark! New design of this figure was personally approved by Trigun creator Yasuhiro Nightow! Available now! Not available in Japan. Available exclusively through Previews! (4673) Figure $29.99 ****************** MICROMAN MICROMAN 2003: MICRO FORCE ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! The legendary Micronauts/Microman figure line from Takara continues with this new line for 2003! Each figure stands 4" tall, features an amazing 30 points of articulation, and comes with chrome parts and weapons. Choose from Commander, Ninja, Spy, and Gunner. Each also comes with five variant hands and are packaged in tubes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4671) COMMANDER (078936)—Figure $4.99 GUNNER (078950)—Figure $4.99 NINJA (078943)—Figure $4.99 SPY (078967)—Figure $4.99 TATSUNOKO FIGHT GATCHAMAN/BATTLE OF THE PLANETS KEN ACTION FIGURE Manufactured by Takara and exclusively imported by Diamond Select Toys & Collectibles! Mark is the leader of the G-Force Team, known as "Eagle Ken" in the Japanese version. This figure is based on Ken's appearance in the Tatsunoko Fight video game that pits various anime characters against each other. Ken stands 4" tall, features and amazing 30 points of articulation, includes a sword accessory and five variant hands, and comes packaged in a tube. Part of the Microman 2003 line. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (4667) Figure $5.99 MUSIC OFFERED AGAIN O/A MARILYN MANSON ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! Hardcore shock-rocker Marilyn Manson is available as action figures designed by famed Japanese artist Yasushi Nirasawa, and sculpted by Yoshihiro Saito. The Marilyn Manson Holy Wood figure comes with two variant heads ("normal" & "massive head wound"), two variant legs (legs/boots & tentacles), a rifle, bag, and weird sheep/ostrich kill. Figure stands over 8" tall, and is amazingly detailed with a stunning facial likeness, fully approved by Manson himself! Taken from the cover to Manson's 1998 album, Mechanical Animals, this 8" figure features removable skin, exposing the clear green organs underneath. The brain and heart are removable from the body. Includes an extra head and bonus mini-figure. Blister card packaging. Available again in August! (6268) HOLY WOOD—Figure $16.95 MECHANICAL ANIMALS—Figure $19.95 **************** NEON GENESIS EVANGELION NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: EVA MASS PRODUCTION NO WINGS ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! Making its first appearance in the movie version of Neon Genesis Evangelion, EVA Mass Production's sinister, but well-formed style is now an action figure! All accessories are unique to this figure! Stands 7" tall, with multiple points of articulation, variant hands, weapon, base, variant limbs (injured stumps), and a defeated EVA02 articulated base, almost a figure itself! Sculpted for Kaiyodo by Katsuhisa Yamaguchi. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (4673) Figure $19.99 SUPER ROBOTS GAOFAIGAR DELUXE TRANSFORMING FIGURE METALLIC VERSION Imported from Japan! Get ready for the ultimate GaoFaiGar! This fully poseable and transformable GaoFaiGar is made up of five different vehicles! When the five vehicles — Phantom Goa, Stealth Gao III (the back wing attaches onto GoaFaiGar's back and measures 13" long), Liner Gao III (with parting shoulders), Drill Gao II (ground vehicle), and the Gaofar (a smaller, humanoid robot) — join together, they form the 12" tall GaoFaiGar! Includes variant hands! This new figure features a green metallic paint scheme! Scheduled to ship in September 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5121/4904790923708) Figure $59.99 GAOFAIGAR WEAPON SET Imported from Japan! This weapon set is for use with the GaoFaiGar deluxe figures, regular or metallic. Includes goldion hammer, dividing driver, gattling driver, and stand. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5121/4904790925665) Set $24.99 GO NAGAI WORLD VILLAIN FIGURES Imported from Japan! Courtsey of sculptor Pierre Suda, Go Nagai's bad guys are here! The Dinosaur Emperor challenges Getter team in Getter Robo. Baron Ashura is the half male/half female beast that opposed the mighty Mazinger Z. Comes with an opening coat, so this toy is recommended for mature collectors. Made of rotocast vinyl; no articulation. Stands approximately 7" tall. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5642) MATURE COLLECTORS DINOSAUR EMPEROR GORE (MDF-040)––Figure $19.99 BARON ASHURA (MD-039)––Figure $19.99 GRENDIZER SUPER-SIZE FIGURE Imported from Japan! No matter what you call him, this is one of the baddest big boys around! Made of PVC/ABS, this figure stands an impressive 11" tall and feature 13 points of articulation. Highly detailed and pre-painted to exacting specifications, Grendizer comes with his trademark single/double axe. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. (4368) Figure $35.00 TETSUJIN 28 GO ACTION FIGURES Imported from Japan! These highly detailed figures from Tetsujin 28 are made of PVC and come with a base and articulated arms. Each stands approximately 6" tall. Sculpted by Kazuhiro Adachi! Choose from Tetsujin 28, villain Baccus, and Shotaro. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4667) TETSUJIN 28––Figure $9.99 BACCUS––Figure $9.99 SHOTARO––Figure $9.99 TETSUJIN 28 MEGA-SIZE ACTION FIGURE Imported from Japan! This highly detailed figure from Tetsujin 28 is made of PVC and come with a base and articulated arms. Sculpted by Kazuhiro Adachi, this figure stands over 15" tall! Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (4667) Figure $16.99 VIDEO GAMES CAPCOM QUEENS SERIES 1 DOLLGURES Imported from Japan! Combining the bodies of dolls and action figures, these dollgures feature highly detailed internal skeletons, which are covered in new "soft skin" to allow movement. Each figure stands 6 ½" tall, features cloth clothes that can be detached, and the expressions can by replaced by changing the face part. Series 1 includes: Street Fighter 2's Cammy, Chun-Li, and Lei-Lei (a.k.a. Hsien-Ko), and Vampire Savior's Morrigan. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5642) CAMMY (MDF-057)––Figure $18.99 CHUN-LI (MDF-055)––Figure $18.99 LEI-LEI (MDF-058)––Figure $18.99 MORRIGAN (MDF-056)––Figure $18.99 CAPCOM QUEENS SERIES 2 DOLLGURES Imported from Japan! Combining the bodies of dolls and action figures! Featuring highly detailed internal skeletons covered in new "soft skin" to allow movement. Each figure stands 6 ½" tall, features detachable cloth clothes, and replaceable face parts and expressions. Series 2 includes Rival School's Akira (with removable helmet), Akira in School Uniform, Street Fighter 2's Sakura, and Street Fighter 3's Cammy Zero 3 and Chun-Li. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5642) AKIRA (MDF-067)––Figure $18.99 AKIRA UNIFORM (MDF-068)––Figure $18.99 HINATA (MDF-066)––Figure $18.99 SAKURA (MDF-065)––Figure $18.99 WOMEN OF ANIME BETTERMAN: SAKURA FIGURE Imported from Japan! This new PVC figure of Sakura from Betterman features her in a see-through dress, revealing her white undergarments. Stands 5" tall and comes with a stand. Scheduled to ship in September 2003. Available exclusively in North America through Previews! (5121) Figure $9.99 LOVE HINA: MITSUNE KONNO IN PURPLE RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! This popular character from Love Hina has been rendered in a dramatic pose, dressed in purple short shorts and top. The fully painted, cold cast resin statue is in 1/6 scale, standing a full 11" tall. Each statue displays beautifully on a wooden base, and comes carefully packaged in an attractive color box .Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (5506/TMLH006) Statue $149.00 VANDREAD: DITA LIEBELY RESIN STATUE Imported from Japan! Sixteen year-old Dita is one of the Dread pilots, with exceptional reflexes and combat skills. This statue is 1/8th scale and stands approximately 6 ¾" tall on a base. Scheduled to ship in October 2003. (4818/63867) Statue $75.00 PREVIEWS TOY STORE BACKLIST BASTARD!!: HOLY RED MIKAEL ACTION FIGURE MAR025045 $17.99 GENETIC GAOGAIGAR MASTER ACTION FIGURE AUG025038 $24.99 GETTER ROBO 3 CHORO Q AUG015056 $8.50 GREAT FIGHBIRD MASTER ACTION FIGURE OCT025194 $24.99 GUNDAM WING: SANDROCK CUSTOM 1/144 MODEL KIT DEC005087 $13.99 HELLSING: SERAS VICTORIA ACTION FIGURE JUL023026 $14.99 JINKI: MORIBITO ACTION FIGURE MAY025085 $24.99 ROBOTECH MASTERPIECE COLLECTION: VF-1S ROY FOKKER TYPE AUG023025 $79.99 SHIN GETTER ROBO ACTION FIGURE OCT015070 $12.99 STUDIOWORKS: KIKAIDA FIGURE JAN025139 $16.99 PRINTS & POSTERS SECTION ANIME COWBOY BEBOP POSTERS Choose from two poster images featuring the bounty hunters of Cowboy Bebop –– Spike Spiegel and Faye Valentine! (4632) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. FAYE ALL WET (GE5086)––Poster, 22x34, FC $5.99 SPIKE AND FAYE (GE1888)––Poster, 22x34, FC $5.99 SAILOR MOON CAST BAMBOO BLINDS Wedding bells are ringing in Serena's head she imagines her and beau Darrien's wedding day. The Sailor Scouts stand by as faithful friends and witnesses. (4632/IM21019) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Blinds, FC $11.99 DRAGONBALL Z BAMBOO BLINDS Block annoying sunlight or just decorate with these bamboo blinds featuring Dragonball Z! Choose from five different blinds of the heroes. (4632) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. GOKU & CAST (IM50005)––Blinds, FC $11.99 GOKU, GINYU, & FREEZA (GE55020)––Blinds, FC $11.99 GOKU, GOHAN & GOTENKS (IM500011)––Blinds, FC $11.99 GOKU WITH DRAGON (GE55008)––Blinds, FC $11.99 VEGETA (GE50022)––Blinds, FC $11.99 FANTASY GASHLYCRUMB TINIES WALL SCROLL The first ever wall scroll based on the work of Edward Gorey. Features the complete book of the Gashlycrumb Tinies! Made of fabric, on a hanging cord. (4969) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Wall Scroll, 27x34, FC $19.99 MONARCH BY THOMAS FLEMMING LIMITED EDITION PRINT Featuring Heavy Metal model Stacey Walker! Printed on 100lb acid free coated stock. Signed and numbered in gold by Thomas Flemming! (5329) (CAUT: 3 & 4) Print, 12x18, FC $23.99 G.I. JOE G.I. JOE NINJAS POSTER The soldiers break out their ninja gear for some serious fighting! (4971/GI-POS-10) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Poster, FC $6.95 G.I. JOE VS. TRANSFORMERS POSTER The 80s superteams are back in full effect, as G.I. Joe and Transformers characters are featured on this full-color poster. (4971/GI-TRANS-POS-2) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America. Poster, FC $6.95 THE MATRIX THE MATRIX: RELOADED POSTER The official movie poster for the much-anticipated sequel to the sci-fi hit! Featuring stars Neo (Keanu Reeves), Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne), and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss)! Features the phrase, "Just how far down does the rabbit hole go?" More and more humans wake up, taking the battle to the last city of Zion! Hitting theaters May 15! (4264) (CAUT: 4) Poster, FC $5.99 MOVIES JURASSIC PARK: THE LOST WORLD LENTICULAR MOVIE POSTER Rare and hard-to-find! Features the movie logo, and when the light hits it, a giant T-Rex comes out at you, mouth open! Made by Kodak, this is made of hard plastic; ships flat. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, FC $2,126.99 THE LITTLE MERMAID RE-RELEASE DOUBLE-SIDED MOVIE POSTER This is the double-sided advance style movie poster for 1997 re-release of The Little Mermaid. Measures 27" x 40", and comes rolled in new and unused condition. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $94.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS LENTICULAR HELL'S GATE MOVIE POSTER Rare and hard-to-find! Features the characters standing outside of a cemetery in vibrant colors. Never released in theaters! Made by Kodak, this is made of hard plastic; ships flat. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x41, FC $5,900.00 PREDATOR 2 RECALLED MOVIE POSTER This original style movie poster was recalled by 20th Century Fox because they felt like the painted image of the Predator looked too much like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and changed the style. This rare poster comes rolled in new and unused condition. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $58.99 RETURN OF THE JEDI 1985 RE-RELEASE MOVIE POSTER This is the original movie style poster for 1985 re-release of Return of the Jedi to theaters. Nearly 20 years old, this poster measures 27" x 40", and comes rolled in new and unused condition. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x41, FC $117.99 TITANIC REGULAR STYLE DOUBLE-SIDED MOVIE POSTER This is the double-sided regular style movie poster for James Cameron's Titanic. This poster is the first printing, which features gold colored ink in the credits, which the reprints featured blue. Measures 27" x 40", and comes rolled in new and unused condition. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $58.99 THE X-FILES STYLE E DOUBLE-SIDED MOVIE POSTER This is the double-sided international style "E" movie poster for The X-Files movie. This style was not released in the U.S. and was the only poster done that featured Mulder and Scully on it. Each 27" x 40" poster comes in new and unused condition. (8846) (CAUT: 4) Poster, 27x40, FC $117.99 TERMINATOR TERMINATOR 3 MOVIE POSTERS Cyborg Arnold Schwarzenegger returns from the future once again to protect a now 20- something John Connor from being murdered and continue that battle against SkyNet. Choose from three designs featuring images from the newest Terminator flick! (4945) (CAUT: 4) CLASSIC (24171)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 CLASSIC TERMINATRIX (250)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 RISE OF THE MACHINES RED BINARY (24170)—Poster, 24x36, FC $5.99 COLLECTIBLES AND NOVELTIES BOBBING HEADS CARNIVAL CREEPS: SWEET SID LIMITED EDITION BOBBLEHEAD Sweet Sid is one of the first limited edition bobbleheads to come from the Carnival Creeps lineup of terror! An evil looking clown, and certainly a menace, Sid stands 7 1/2" tall! Limited to only 2,400 copies! (5695/CCSS-101) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Bobblehead $12.99 GRATEFUL DEAD: UNCLE SAM BOBBLEHEAD The famous Grateful Dead Uncle Sam icon holds Jerry Garcia's trademark guitar in his hands, and stands ready to jam for you as a 7 ¾" tall collectible bobblehead! Each bobblehead is numbered for the discriminating collector! (5695/RAUS-101) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Bobblehead $12.99 CARTOON NETWORK OFFERED AGAIN O/A SAMURAI JACK MAQUETTES He's a sword-swinging man of honor, and talent! Cartoon Network's own Samurai Jack keeps the peace with Aku via these collectible maquettes! Aku is 12" tall, and Jack stands 9" tall. (5287) AKU—Maquette $89.00 SAMURAI JACK—Maquette $89.00 ************************* THE CROW THE CROW: BOOK OF PAIN SKETCHBOOK This hardback sketchbook with 244 unlined pages for sketching pictures Eric Draven on the front cover. Randomly inserted Crow art from James O'Barr appears throughout the book! Limited to only 3,00 copies! (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Sketchbook $11.99 THE CROW: BULLETS OF RETRIBUTION LUNCHBOX This collectible metal lunchbox displays a variety of images from James O'Barr's classic dark cult classic, The Crow, including one image never before in print. Selected quotes from the graphic novel are juxtaposed against O'Barr's artwork on all four sides of the lunchbox! (4969) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Lunchbox $16.99 DC HEROES WONDER WOMAN NOTE PAD SET This handy note pad set features colorful graphics of the Amazon princess, Wonder Woman! (6500/75097) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set $10.99 WONDER WOMAN TIN COMIC BOOK MUG Fans of DC's lady of liberty will adore this mug featuring vintage comic strip art wrapped around this collector's mug! (6500/75101) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Mug $10.00 FAMILY GAMES NAK NAK 5 PAK Collect over 90 different characters to compete against your friends in the Nak Nak challenge! These Five-Paks will help you to get started playing in the world of stacking battle figures! (309/72000-0002) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. 5 Pak SRP: $6.99 NAK NAK CARRYING CASE WITH FIGURES Keep your Nak Nak figures together for quick on-the-road gameplay with this carrying case that gives you added bonus figures! (309/72135-0001) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Carrying Case SRP: $14.99 HULK HULK COLLECTIBLE PLAYING CARDS The big green monolith appears in theaters this summer. But you can also see The Hulk lay down the law on these playing cards. Also available in a set with a collectible tin featuring graphics of The Hulk! (16) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. CARDS (774) $3.49 TIN (50774) $9.99 HULK TALKING ILLUMINATED ACTION PHONE Listen to the raging gamma monster growl and spew his hatred for puny humans with this illuminated phone that makes you think twice about crossing someone that can rip through tanks like paper! (6404/40948) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Phone $49.99 LORD OF THE RINGS LORD OF THE RINGS STAND-UPS He just wants to put his hands on his precious! Help Gollum recover the Ring! Or aid Legolas in firing off another round of arrows! Just keep the spirit of The Lord of the Rings movie alive by displaying these character stand-ups in your home or office! (865) (CAUT: 4) GOLLUM—Stand-Up $24.99 LEGOLAS—Stand-Up $29.95 LORD OF THE RINGS TWO TOWERS TIN LUNCHBOX WITH THERMOS Gandalf, Legolas, and the other heavy hitters of The Two Towers are featured on this collectible lunchbox with thermos! (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Lunchbox $19.99 MARVEL HEROES MARVEL MINI COMIC KEYCHAINS Authentic text and drawings in a neat plastic slipcover with keyring! A perfect novelty gift for comic book collectors, these keychains offer graphics of first issue comics from Marvel characters Ultimate Spider-Man, X-Men, Daredevil, and Hulk. (5696) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Keychain SRP: $3.99 MARVEL Z CARDZ 3D MODELS Just punch out the parts on the card and build an awesome 3D model! Choose from Fantastic Four, Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, and X-Men themed cards. 5 cards per pack. (4611/89801) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Pack SRP: $2.99 SPIDER-MAN TALKING ILLUMINATED ACTON PHONE Listen to the voice of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man with this illuminated phone that brings to life Marvel's beloved Webhead! (6404/40947) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Phone $49.99 SPIDER-MAN WALL CLIMBING ALARM CLOCK Spruce up your room with this alarm clock that shows the bold and agile Spider-Man scaling a wall with his trademark stealth! (6404/40877) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Clock $29.99 MOVIES & TV CHEECH AND CHONG SHOOTER SET Kick back some shots with this shooter set featuring the images of Cheech and Chong as they appeared in their first feature film, Up in Smoke! (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Shooter Set $11.99 FRIDAY THE 13TH JASON MASK PROP Here's a great way to tip your…mask…to one of the greatest on-screen villains from those fan-favorite 80s splatter flicks! This prop is a replica of the mask worn by Jason in the Friday the 13th movies! Limited to only 1,000 copies. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Mask $99.99 GREMLINS 8-INCH PLUSHES Authentic plush versions of the Gremlins! Both the 8" tall Gizmo and Mohawk (the evil nemesis) have an 11" ear span, as well as vinyl ears, face, feet, and hands. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. GIZMO—Plush $19.99 MOHAWK—Plush $19.99 MUSIC STAR WARS DIE-CAST GUITAR KNOBS Choose from guitar knobs featuring Boba Fett or C3PO. (5604) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. BOBA FETT (SWKBF)––Knob $16.98 C3PO (SWKC3)––Knob $16.98 STAR WARS GUITARS Choose from standard Fernandes guitars featuring Nomad Boba Fett or Retrorocket Darth Vader. Complete the look with a strap featuring the Star Wars logo. (5604) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. BOBA FETT NOMAD (SWNBF)––Guitar $319.98 DARTH VADER RETROROCKET (SWRRDV)––Guitar $1299.98 STAR WARS LOGO STRAP (SWSSWL)––Accessory $34.98 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS FIVE-PIECE FIGURE SET The block brick figures trend continues with this set of five Nightmare Before Christmas favorites: Jack, Sally, Lock, Shock, and Barrel. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set (x5) $11.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON VOTIVE HOLDERS Resin sculptures of two different Jack heads hold candles in the back. Jack's face is lit from the back once the candles are illuminated. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Set (x2) $19.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON LIGHT STRAND Brighten up any room with Jack's glowing grin. Jack's heads feature different facial expressions and are almost 3" in diameter. Teeth glow in the dark with not illuminated. Each strand is 10 feet long and contains 10 lights. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Light Strand $19.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JACK SKELLINGTON PEWTER BELT BUCKLE Gorgeously sculpted pewter belt buckle of Halloweentown's Jack Skellington. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Belt Buckle $19.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS JOURNAL NOTEBOOK This hardbound journal features full-color NBX artwork on the front and back, and themed artwork on all pages. Includes a lock. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Notebook $6.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS BOBBING HEADS Expand your set of Halloweentown's citizens! The Mayor comes with podium, and Santa Jack comes with his sack of presents. Both are highly detailed, hand painted resin, come on bases, and stand 10" tall. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. MAYOR ––Bobbing Head $12.99 JACK––Bobbing Head $12.99 NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS SANTA JACK MARIONETTE Gorgeously sculpted and hand painted resin marionette of Jack as Santa. He stands over 15" tall and is fully articulated. Each figures comes in a four-color box. Limited to 5,000. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Marionette $33.99 POP CULTURE AMAZING LIVE SEA MONKEYS MAGIQUARIUM Made visible in complete darkness! This set includes: illustrated instructions, phosphorescent aquarium kit, live pet sea monkeys, built in magnifier, water purifier, food, feeding spoon, and insturctions. (5584/6726) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Aquarium $10.00 FRANK FRAZETTA DEATH DEALER COLLECTIBLE STEIN From the master of science fiction illustration, Frank Frazetta, comes this highly collectible, hand painted stein. Measures 6" x 7" x 12". (5694/DD1UNS) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Stein $149.99 LIVING DEAD DOLLS HEAD SERIES 2 PENCIL SHARPENER All's fun and games until someone gets their eye poked out! This series feature Posie as a pencil sharpener so dead and twisted. The pencil goes into her eye, and the shaving are pushed out of her mouth with her tongue. (4830) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Pencil Sharpener $5.99 MY LITTLE PONY SNOWGLOBE From the 80s classic, this snowglobe features Applejack and Sundance inside. Made of resin and glass. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Snowglobe $39.99 MY LITTLE PONY TIN LUNCHBOX WITH THERMOS This tin lunchbox features full-color My Little Pony artwork on all panels and the drink container inside. (6338) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Lunchbox $19.99 POPEYE CERAMIC SCULPTED MUG Popeye holds on to the handle of this blue ceramic mug. Measures 5" x 3" x 5 ¾". (6500/81001) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Mug $14.00 POPEYE SPINACH CAN CERAMIC COOKIE JAR You too can be "Strong to the finish" with this ceramic cookie jar in the shape of Popeye's favorite food –– canned spinach! Measures 6 ½" x 6 ½" x 10 ¾". (6500/81042) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Cookie Jar $48.00 POWERPUFF GIRLS OFFERED AGAIN O/A POWERPUFF GIRLS ANIMATION MAQUETTES A Specialty Market Exclusive! The Cartoon Network proudly presents this series of animation-style maquettes of the Powerpuff Girls and their arch-nemesis, the evil Mojo Jojo! Each maquette comes fully painted and ready for display, and is limited to 2,500 pieces, each individually numbered on the underside of its base. Bubbles, Buttercup, and Blossom all measure 4 ½" tall, while Mojo Jojo stands 5" tall and 10" wide (due to his flowing cape), and features a removable helmet revealing his big brain! Each maquette comes individually boxed, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity card. (5287) NOTE: Not available outside North America and Puerto Rico. BLOSSOM—Maquette $45.40 BUBBLES—Maquette $45.40 BUTTERCUP—Maquette $45.40 MOJO JOJO—Maquette $58.50 **************** REPLICAS KIT RAE SWORDS These are the original versions of the first two Swords of the Ancients, featuring intricately detailed cast metal handles and tempered stainless steel blades. Each sword comes with an 18" x 24" art print and a Certificate of Authenticity. Overall length measures 36", with the blade of the Sword of Darkness measuring 25 ½" and the Sword of Vaelen measuring 27". Made of cast metal, antique silver plated finish, simulated ivory grip, and rat tail tang construction. (4792) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. SWORD OF DARKNESS (UC1120B)––Replica $99.49 SWORD OF VAELEN (UC11211)––Replica $99.49 STEEL APOCALYPSE TRELEK DAGGER WITH DISPLAY STAND The first in a series of science fiction collectibles from a post apocalyptic future. Features an intricately designed solid metal handle with hand painted detail and weathering. Double guard and three stainless steel blades. Overall length measures 14", blade length measures 7 ¼".Comes with a wood, black lacquered finish display with a cloisonné medallion. (4792) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Replica $49.99 UNIVERSAL SWORD PLAQUES Features metal handing hooks that can be adjusted to fit almost any sword, using the pre- drilled holes in the back. Includes mounting hardware and easy to use mounting instructions. Sword not included. Regular plaque measures 11 5/8" x 11 5/8" x ¾". Round plaque measures 9 ¼" x 9 ¼" x ¾". Shield plaque measures 9 ½" x 9 ½" x ¾". (4792) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. REGULAR(UC1287)––Plaque $19.99 ROUND (UC1277)––Plaque $19.99 SHIELD (UC1159)––Plaque $19.99 THE SIMPSONS HOMER SIMPSON 18-INCH TALKING PLUSH WITH STAND Springfield's nuttiest and funniest husband and father Homer will talk your ears off as this talking plush. Stands 18" tall and comes on a stand. (374/44859) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Plush $35.00 THE SIMPSONS: EPISODE COLLECTION 12-INCH PLUSHES Those lovable characters from the Simpsons are here as these 12" plushes that speak some of their most notorious phrases. Window box packaging. (374) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. BARTMAN (44711)––Plush $30.00 LITTLE MISS SPRINGFIELD (44712)––Plush $30.00 RADIOACTIVE MAN (44713)––Plush $30.00 DRUMSTICK HOMER LIMITED EDITION TIN WIND-UP Typical for Homer, he holds his favorite Duff beer in one hand and a tasty drumstick in the other. Each ting wind-up is individually numbered on the bottom of his foot. Comes with bonus "Diff Girls Tin Pin-Up." Limited to 500. Each stands 8 ½" tall. Window box packaging. (4870/800E) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Toy $29.95 THE SIMPSONS: DUFF CAN AM/FM RADIO Settle back with a can a Duff and listen to your favorite stations at the same time! This portable radio comes with ear plug headphones. (133/BS55) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Radio $12.99 THE SIMPSONS: HOMER TALKING FRIDGE ALARM Constantly sneaking snacks, Homer is caught in the act! Digital time display. The fridge illuminates Homer. (6338/BS53) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. Alarm $42.99 THE SIMPSONS FAMILY GLOW-IN-THE-DARK MOTION LAMP Each motorized rotating lamp features a Simpsons family graphic design, virtual reality effect, and glow-in-the-dark screens. Includes 40W candle bulb. Measures 6 ½" x 6 ½" x 14 1/5". (5244/09521C-FA) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Lamp $44.95 VIDEO GAME ACCESSORIES HULK STARTER KITS Each starter kit includes a game pad, game case, extension cable, and memory card case. The Gamecube kit also includes a 4MB memory card; and the Playstation 2 kit also includes a DVD remote. (5135) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. GAMECUBE (99725)––Kit $24.99 PLAYSTATION 2 (78725)––Kit $24.99 WOLVERINE X-BOX GAME PAD Features authentic Marvel X-Men colors and graphics in Naki's new ergonomical controller design. Includes new customized rubber grips for added comfort, programmable turbo fire buttons, two analog joysticks and eight clear analog pressure sensitive buttons, and special programmable function features. (5135/80600) (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. Pad $20.99 WACK WOBBLERS BANANA SPLITS WACKY WOBBLERS Choose from Bingo, Fleegle, Drooper, and Snorky. (4552) (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. Wacky Wobblers SRP: 10.99Ea. WACKY WISECRACKS SERIES 1 & 2 WOBBLERS Series 1 includes: the Stinky Tiki, the Bitter Bee, the Pink Elephant, and the Little Devil. Series 2 includes: the Cannibal, Angry Clown, Funky Monkey, and Big Bad Wolf. Each stands 5" tall. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: Not available in Germany. This item is sold to retailers in case lots. Please check with your retailer for availability. SERIES 1––Wacky Wobblers SRP: 6.50Ea. SERIES 2––Wacky Wobblers SRP: 6.50Ea. GAMES SECTION ALLIANCE GAME DISTRIBUTORS GAME TRADE MAGAZINE #41 Cool stuff in this issue begins with sample pages from Arcana Unearthed, written by Monte Cook, then more sample pages from Dragonlance, supplied by Wizards of the Coast. Topping off the fun, a contest to win a "character portrait" rendered by John Kovalic, plus much more! GTM 41 $1.99 ALDERAC ENTERTAINMENT SPYCRAFT: SHADOWFORCE ARCHER FACEMAN/SNOOP CLASS GUIDE When the right answers could save the world and the wrong questions might get you killed, there's only one place to turn! This 128-page mechanics expansion for the Spycraft RPG contains all the rules necessary to create the ultimate faceman or snoop. Immerse your team in a world of shadows where danger and deceit lurk, and only the quick-witted, charming, and clever survive. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) AEG 1806 $21.95 WILDS The wild frontiers of demon-haunted forests, sun-blasted deserts, windswept glaciers, and rolling plains are now open for adventure with this exciting d20 sourcebook. Features include guidelines for constructing wilderness adventures, complete with ready-made encounters, new creatures, rules for weather, and other effects unique to the outdoor environment, plus new prestige classes, feats, and skills tailored to exploring the wilderness. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) AEG 8517 $24.95 ATLAS GAMES EN ROUTE II: BY LAND OR BY SEA Danger awaits in the shape of escaped slaves, imprisoned mermaids, swarming elementals, blink bunnies, insane inventors, peeved trolls, possessed livestock, and a bevy of other hazards in this series of short d20 encounters. New magic items, potions, weapons, spells, traps, monsters, and a cast of fully detailed NPCs are also featured. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) ATG 3222 $19.95 RUNE: LAST HERO IN SCANDINAVIA Something's rotten in Scandinavia. Your chieftain's treacherous brother has struck down your valorous leader, ghosts roam the land, and dark forces are gathering! This action- packed campaign contains rules for both the d20 System and the Rune roleplaying game. It features ferocious goblins, dangerous steamtech weapons, and a plot that could destroy the entire Viking civilization. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) ATG 3403 $19.95 AVALANCHE PRESS GREAT PACIFIC WAR: 1937-1945 Japan's elite forces face the awesome power of the United States in a struggle for the Pacific basin's future in Origin Award-winning designer Brian L. Knipple's long-awaited sequel to Third Reich! Contains new rules to combine the game with John Prado's Third Reich, plus 560 playing pieces and three full-sized regional maps. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 025 $59.95 PANZER GRENADIER: DESERT RATS The shifting tides of battle are fully explored in this Panzer Grenadier board game detailing the confrontation between Rommel's Afrika Korps and Britain's tough Desert Rats. Contains 660 playing pieces, three regional maps, and over 50 scenarios showcasing the famous tanks and battles of 1941-42. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 307 $59.95 ROB MARKHAM'S SOLDIER EMPEROR Loaded with back-stabbing fun and beautiful graphics, this sequel to Soldier Kings allows players to take on the roles of Europe's monarchs as they vie for control of the entire world during the Napoleonic Era. Contains 610 playing pieces, 64 cards, two maps, and a rulebook. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 024 $49.95 SCOTLAND THE BRAVE DELUXE EDITION Sporting an original box cover by Lorenzo Sperlonga, this Deluxe Edition of the classic simulation game showcasing the 1297 campaigns of William Wallace against the encroaching English armies features 180 oversized playing pieces adorned with an original painting by Terry Moore Strickland, two hard-mounted game boards that form a 22"x34" playing surface, and many new scenarios. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 502 $49.95 SECOND WORLD WAR AT SEA: DISTANT OCEANS This supplement for the exciting Second World War at Sea naval game series adds 24 new scenarios for SOPAC, Bomb Alley, Midway, and Eastern Fleet, plus insightful historical background, variant rules, and more. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 803 $19.95 SEMPER FI: GUADALCANAL Fully compatible with Panzer Grenadier, Semper Fi: Guadalcanal explores tactical combat in the Solomon Islands, showcasing new weapons, tanks, and units comprising 456 playing pieces, plus two regional maps. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) APL 306 $49.95 BANDAI JAGUN FIGHTERS The Power of the Eye holds ultimate control over Fate and Chance. The Legendary Jagun Warriors, guardians of the Power Eye Stone Fighters, now give you the opportunity to become a Jagun Fighter. Will fate be kind to you? Will chance lead you to victory? Jagun Fighters is a collectible action figure game featuring more than 50 intrically-crafted stone fighters to collect for strategic and competitive game play. This unique game is introduced in starter packs complete with five fighter stones, an exclusive trading card, playmat, and a rulebook. Supplement your warriors with booster sets containing a selection of three dice to further enhance play and strategy. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. BOOSTER DISPLAY DCR 103452-D $118.44 BOOSTER PACK DCR 103452-D $3.29 STARTER DECK DCR 103456-D $9.99 STARTER DISPLAY DCR 103456-D $119.88 CHESSEX MANUFACTURING PLAGUE & PESTILENCE GAME (REVISED EDITION) Wage war on your enemies. Lead a Holy Crusade. But above all else, prepare for the coming of the Plague! Plague & Pestilence recreates the experiences of medieval lords encouraging their people to flourish amidst the onslaught of misfortune, such as plagues and pestilence. This revised edition features new card stock, graphics, and packaging, and includes complete rules, 140 game cards, and two Death Dice. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) CHX 07600 $17.99 DARK PORTAL DYNASTY ENTOMBED One by one the priests of Shuulgoth are being murdered by eldritch creatures sent by a forgotten evil. Before the priests are struck down, one chilling word is spoken, "HOZOBI!" The heroes must find and battle the priest-king before his vengeance is complete, and his cruel dynasty returns. This d20 adventure with a unique twisted ancient Egyptian flavor is designed for 4-6 characters of levels 6-8, and features two new monster templates, a new monster, and a new spell. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS DKP002 $9.95 DECIPHER O/A LORD OF THE RINGS CCG: BATTLE OF HELM'S DEEP STARTER DISPLAY 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 contact your retailer for availability. DCR 103448-D $119.88 THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS CCG - ENTS OF FANGORN EXPANSION A new force to be reckoned with "the Ents" assert their influence in the third set of the Two Towers CCG block, Ents of Fangorn, featuring powerful new options for key Fellowship strategies, more play options to existing strategies and cultures, and an introduction into Return of the King gameplay! Among the many new challenges introduced in this 128-card expansion are a new Treebeard to lead the Ents into battle against Isengard, Gate Trolls to patrol the Black gates of Mordor, and the Isengard Orcs and Uruk-hai to assert a potent defense against the Ents. This series is featured in two unique pre-constructed 63-card starter decks (Witch-King and Faramir) packaged in 12- count displays, and 11-card booster packs offered in 36-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. BOOSTER DISPLAY DCR 103452-D $118.44 BOOSTER PACK DCR 103452-D $3.29 STARTER DECK DCR 103456-D $9.99 STARTER DISPLAY DCR 103456-D $119.88 DREAM POD 9 JOVIAN CHRONICLES PLAYER'S HANDBOOK 2ND EDITION HC Space colonization, political wrangling, deadly conspiracies, and dangerous scientific research serve as the backdrop to this second edition guide to exciting anime-style space action in the 23rd century, featuring dual stats for the Silhouette CORE Rules system and the Open Gaming License. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) DPN 920 $39.95 DRIFTWOOD THE RIDDLE OF STEEL: OF BEASTS AND MEN This 144-page supplement for The Riddle of Steel RPG contains dozens of creatures, characters, adventures, and ideas for your campaign, plus rules and tables for non- humanoid opponents, animal damage charts, jousting rules, and pack hunting tactics. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) TSO DFW1002 $19.95 EDEN STUDIOS ALL FLESH MUST BE EATEN: ZOMBIE SMACKDOWN This supplement for the All Flesh Must Be Eaten RPG introduces expanded rules for high-flying, bone-crunching wrestling action! Also included are Zombie Cast Member creation rules for wrestling mayhem, new character types, backgrounds on various styles of wrestling, and the weapons you can but aren't supposed to use in the ring, plus exciting Deadworlds boasting unique wrestling styles and special Archetypes for each. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) EDN 08005 $23.00 ANGEL RPG HC The Angel core rulebook offers an introduction to roleplaying and the Angelverse, featuring The Angel Unisystem, a guide to character creation, pre-constructed Heroes, White Hats, and the entire Angel Investigations Cast, a primer on magic, psychic arts, and supernatural powers, plus a guide to the people and places of the City of Angels, a rundown on the wicked, and blow-by-blow instructions for creating Angel roleplaying Episodes, Seasons, and Series. Also offered in a limited edition prestige hardbound format enclosed in a black leatherette cover, complete with a foil design logo and cloth bookmark. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) Regular Edition EDN 06200 $40.00 Limited Edition EDN 06201 PI FIELDS OF BLOOD: THE BOOK OF WAR Fields of Blood: The Book of War provides everything you need to rule a nation, raise an army, and assault your enemies on the battlefield. With d20 rules governing anything from small keeps to vast nations, your character can now be a hero both in the dungeon and on the battlefield. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) EDN 07005 $30.00 WITCHCRAFT: GRACE AND GUIDANCE - THE STORM DRAGONS COVENANT They are the followers of the Celestial Dragon. Keepers of ancient secrets, but believers in truth and freedom, they contain both cryptic mystics and flamboyant combatants in their midst. This supplement for the WitchCraft roleplaying game introduces extensive background information on the current affairs and attitudes of the Covenant, character creation tips and hints for Storm Dragon Cast Members, a detailed history of the events that shaped the Covenant from formation to the present, and varied discussion of potential Storm Dragon-based stories and plotlines. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) EDN 04004 $20.00 FIERY DRAGON PRODUCTIONS ARCANA UNEARTHED: PLAGUE OF DREAMS A routine mission to stop bandits from plaguing merchant caravans in the lands of the Diamond Throne goes awry when the forces of death and ancient memory threaten to unleash a plague of dreams in this d20 adventure for Arcana Unearthed. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP FDP4008 $14.95 FANTASY FLIGHT GAMES LEGENDS & LAIRS: PORTALS & PLANES HC This 176-page d20 sourcebook contains complete rules for designing new planes of existence and parallel realities, as well as running planar-hopping and time-traveling fantasy campaigns. New prestige classes, equipment, spells, and feats are also included for adventuring in the infinite multiverse. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. FFG DD-44 $24.95 REDLINE RPG Play a grim road warrior, a clever techie, a feral child, or a barbaric 'zerker in the cutting- edge, fuel-injected, post-apocalyptic world of Redline, the first in Fantasy Flight Games' Horizon line of d20 mini-games. Scrape all the salvage, wit, and bullets you can as you scream across desert highways and access "guzzlines" to fuel your vehicles and stay on the move to keep ahead of bandits, the red dust, and Mr. Death himself! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. FFG HR-01 $14.95 RUNEBOUND ADVENTURE GAME STARTER Runebound is a thrilling, new quick-start adventure card game pitting 2-4 intrepid players against a malevolent game master and his minions. By combining monsters and locations, the game master quickly and easily crafts a deadly and unique challenge for the players, who forge mighty heroes armed with powerful sorceries and artifacts from the cards provided. The Runebound Starter contains 168 cards, 25 wooden tokens, four dice, and a rulebook. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. FFG RB-01 $19.95 RUNEBOUND KINGDOM PACKS Jumpstart your Runebound adventures with these exciting Kingdom packs containing 42 cards featuring new monsters, locations, equipment, and unique characters. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. FROSTHELM FFG RB-02 $9.95 THE CORAL KINGDOMS FFG RB-03 $9.95 THE SEVEN DYNASTIES FFG RB-04 $9.95 THE BLACK SANDS FFG RB-05 $9.95 FUNDEX GAMES, LTD 14" GLASS CHESS & CHECKERS SET This set comes complete with an etched glass chess/checkers game board, and blue and clear glass playing pieces. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 05515 $18.95 52 GAME CHEST IN TIN Featuring classic board games, card games, dice, dominoes, and an instruction booklet detailing 52 games, this set offers exciting game challenges and hours of entertainment for the entire family. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 02691 $15.95 CHICKEN COOP DOMINOES IN TIN Players build "chicken legs" out from the Chicken Coop hub in this amusing version of the popular domino game. Contains an electric hub (batteries included), a set of double nine dominoes, and complete instructions. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 05435 $24.95 CHICKEN COOP HUB (NO DOMINOES) Attach your own set of dominoes to this engaging electric hub featuring a unique "Chicken Coop" design and winning "Cluck" sound effects. Batteries included. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 05481 $12.95 CRIBBAGE IN TIN This classic game of card combinations features a wood-crafted game board housing three tracks for up to three players. Contains a folding hardwood game board, 9 pegs, playing cards, and instructions. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 05980 $12.95 REGAL 12 GAME WOOD SET IN TIN Mancala, Backgammon, Checkers, Chess, Tic-Tac-Toe, Mill, and Horse Race are but a few of the classic games crafted in a deluxe elegant hardwood design, all packaged in a handsome tin. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) FDX 05925 $29.95 THE GALLANT HAND'S GAMERS GEAR BLACK FLAME COTTON GAMER BAG (5"X7") Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG CB1001 $4.99 BLACK/WHITE CHECKER COTTON GAMER BAG Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG CB1003 $4.99 GLOW-IN-THE-DARK DARK SKULL COUNTERS (25) Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG SC2303 $1.99 IVORY SKULL COUNTERS (25) Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG SC2302 $1.99 MULTI DARK VELVET GAMER BAG (5"X 7") Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG VB4001 $8.99 NIGHT SKY COTTON GAMER BAG (5"X7") Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG CB1002 $4.99 PURPLE & TURQUOISE VELVET GAMER BAG (5"X7") Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG VB4003 $8.99 RED & BLACK VELVET GAMER BAG (5"X7") Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG VB4002 $8.99 WHITE SKULL COUNTERS (25) Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) GHG SC2301 $1.99 GAMES WORKSHOP BLOOD BOWL Cross Warhammer with American football and rugby and you'll have something close to the maniacal, bone-crushing, mind-jarring action of Blood Bowl! The products listed below are scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) BLOOD BOWL MAGAZINE #8 This issue features rules for the new Elf Team, plus even more from the infamous Ask Lord Borak advice column. GAW BB08 $3.95 ELF CHEERLEADER PACK Every team needs cheerleaders (especially since they not only look great but actually help your team in the game!) This pack contains 3 Elf Cheerleaders. GAW B057 $9.00 ELF TEAM A new team for Blood Bowl! Unlike the other Elf teams, this team is made up of professional Elf players, dedicated not to any Elven empire but to the sport itself. Their speed and agility make them ideal for players who want a fast moving team that excels at passing. This team set contains 2 Catchers, 1 Thrower, 2 Blitzers, and 7 Linemen. GAW B009 $40.00 ELF TEAM BOOSTER PACK Perfect for adding more players to your Elf team, this pack contains 1 Blitzer, 1 Thrower, 1 Catcher, and 1 Lineman. GAW B056 $15.00 MORDHEIM MINIATURES Enter Mordheim, City of the Damned, a terrible place of nightmarish ruins where death awaits in every shadow! The products listed below are scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) HIGHWAY MAN GAW M048 $13.00 ROAD WARDEN GAW M049 $13.00 STAGE COACH SET GAW M047 $45.00 TOWN CRYER MAGAZINE #26 GAW TOWN-26 $3.95 WARHAMMER 40,000 Warhammer 40,000 is a game of tabletop warfare set in the dark nightmare future of the 41st Millennium. The products listed below are scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) IMPERIAL GUARD URSARKAR CREED & JERRAN KELL These childhood friends who now find themselves in charge of the defense of Cadia are a must for any Imperial Commander for the Eye of Terror Campaign, with great special rules and gorgeous models ready for coming conflict. The blister pack includes both figures. GAW 47-48 $20.00 SPACE MARINES: SPACE WOLF GREY SLAYERS A millennium in the warp has caused the 13th Great Company to run low on Imperial equipment. Space wolves are a pragmatic chapter however, and now use the gear and weapons of Chaos against itself in these Grey Slayer squads! 10 plastic miniatures are included in the box set. GAW 53-12 $30.00 SPACE MARINES: SPACE WOLF RUNEPRIEST Runepriests have always been leaders to the Space Wolves, and in the 13th Lost Company they are an even more powerful force in battle. Each blister pack contains one metal miniature. GAW 53-50 $8.00 SPACE MARINES: SPACE WOLF STORM CLAWS Although none of the 13th company are still Blood Claws, there is still the need for specialized assault squads. Chaos gear and loads of attacks make the Storm Claws a bane to Abaddon and his dark legions. 10 plastic models are included in the box set. GAW 53-13 $30.00 SPACE MARINES: STERNHAMMERS WULFEN GUARD The curse of the Space Wolves runs deep in the 'Lost Company' and the curse of the Wulfen affects all. Sternhammer and his guard are always in the thick of the fighting against Chaos and with their special rules and deadly close combat skills they are well equipped to get the job done. 5 metal miniatures per box. GAW 53-11 $30.00 LIZARDMEN SAURUS ON COLD ONE Vicious Saurus cavalry, riding ferocious Cold Ones, add power and speed to the Lizardmen Army, and march alongside the blocks of Saurus Warriors when they march to war. GAW 88-41 $9.00 LIZARDMEN STEGADON The mighty Stegasdon, a monstrous jungle creature of great size, is a powerful and devastaing creature trained by the Lizardmen and ridden into battle by a crew of Skinks. GAW 88-09 $45.00 LIZARDMEN TERRADON RIDER Terradons often accompany the armies of the Mage Priests, assaulting the foe while the rest of the army gets into position. GAW 88-43 $10.00 TERRAIN: CHAOS RUINED TOWER Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) GAW 64-11 $40.00 GREEN RONIN PUBLISHING TORCHES & PITCHFORKS GAME Torches & Pitchforks is the exciting card game of classic monster movie mayhem! Those creepy monsters have haunted the Moors long enough and now it's time for you and your Mob to do something about it! Arm your townsfolk, fight off the monsters, and don't let those other mobs steal any of your glory. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSS GRR3001 $24.95 GUARDIANS OF ORDER SILVER AGE SENTINELS: EMERGENCY RESPONSE #2 - SPHINX ENGINE Featuring write-ups for both d20 and the Tri-Stat System, this two-part Silver Age Sentinels adventure module unleashes the terrifying Iron Duke upon the heroes of Empire City! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) GOO 13-012 $9.95 SILVER AGE SENTINELS: PATH OF THE JUST Set in the Silver Age Sentinels roleplaying game universe, Path of the Just introduces a collection of tales exploring the game's central concepts of heroism, humility, and hope. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) GOO 13-901 $14.95 SILVER AGE SENTINELS: ROLL CALL #3 - COUNTRY MATTERS Over two dozen female heroic and villainous characters from countries around the world are given detailed backgrounds and profiles for your Silver Age Sentinels campaign, presented with both d20 and Tri-Stat System write-ups. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) GOO 13-014 $9.95 TRI-STAT: CORE SYSTEM RPG Featuring a scalable system, point-based character creation, and intuitive combat and task resolution, the Tri-Stat: Core System is the ideal game engine for all your campaign needs, introducing a comprehensive exploration into essential and advanced roleplaying techniques and methods. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) GOO 18-001 $9.95 HASBRO BOGGLE GAME FOLIO EDITION This convenient, portable Folio Edition of the original 3-minute word search game comes complete with a zippered, felt-lined case and electric timer. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40960 $22.95 CLUE FX With added assistance from Mr. Ash - "The Butler" - who "hosts" the game as narrator, Clue FX takes the sleuthing experience to a new, thrilling level with the clever addition of sculpted "sound effects" pawns, and new characters, rooms, and weapons. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40937 $49.95 DELUXE YAHTZEE GAME FOLIO EDITION Want to play on the go? This Folio Edition delivers the excitement of Yahtzee in a portable, durable, deluxe format. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40958 $22.95 JENGA EXTREME Take Jenga to the extreme with this unpredictable, suspenseful stacking game that adds an "angled" block to the constantly shifting, precarious tower. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40486 $24.95 MISSION COMMAND Command the movements of highly detailed tanks, planes, or ships around the battle area to gain strategic superiority and defeat your enemy in this series of Mission Command board games that allow young players to assume the role of an Army General, Air Force Commander, or Navy Admiral. For 2-4 players, ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) AIR GAME MLB 40943 $24.95 LAND GAME MLB 40945 $24.95 SEA GAME MLB 40947 $24.95 PROJAX ProJax is the collecting, catching, battling version of the classic game Jacks... with a twist! Unlock Spoiler, Activity, and Strategy Powerplay cards to add exciting new challenges to the ProJax Battle Arena! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) BATTLE ARENA SET MLB 40974 $14.95 BOOSTER SET MLB 40970 $4.95 STARTER SET MLB 40972 $8.95 SPITE & MALICE CARD GAME New "Spite" cards add wild, wicked flavor in this highly competitive multi-player Solitaire game for 2-5 players. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40358 $8.95 STAR WARS EPISODE II: ATTACK OF THE CLONES CHESS SET Maneuver your favorite Star Wars characters from Attack of the Clones in the ultimate battle between the Force and the Darkside through the classic game-play of Chess. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40992 $34.95 TRANSFORMERS ARMADA BATTLE GAME Control the course of destiny in the eternal struggle between the Autobots and Decepticons as players recreate classic Transformers' battles and devise new confrontations in this metal-crunching battle game featuring highly detailed Transformers figures. For 2-6 players, ages 8 and up. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40110 $24.95 TRIVIAL PURSUIT 6TH EDITION This updated 6th edition of the classic Trivial Pursuit game introduces 4,800 new general knowledge questions in six mind-bending categories. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MLB 40931 $44.95 HERO GAMES FANTASY HERO Fantasy Hero shows how to create and run fantasy characters and campaigns using the HERO System, featuring a thorough section on how to create different types of magic systems and enchanted items, as well as discussions of the various subgenres of fantasy and many other related subjects. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) HER 500 $24.99 HERO SYSTEM: THE UNTIL SUPERPOWERS DATABASE UNTIL, the United Nations's quasi-military arm, keeps detailed records on all known superhumans and superpowers. Now we open up their files, providing descriptions and HERO System write-ups for dozens of superpowers perfect for any Champions campaign. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) HER 204 $24.99 INNER CITY GAMES DESIGNS A CHALLENGE OF ARMS What begins as a quest to rescue a kidnapped princess soon becomes an exploration through a nest of intrigue, danger, and suspense, culminating in a life or death challenge for those wily enough to survive that long. Written by Christopher Clark and Gary Gygax, and the first in a three-part adventure series, A Challenge of Arms is an 80-page module complete with full conversion rules for most role-playing games systems, three separate parchment maps, and 24 full-page pull out illustrations. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) ICG 7210 $10.95 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 July 2003. (CAUT: 4) AEROSPACE FIGHTERS 1: LIGHTFIGHTERS (6) Contains two squadrons of three Sparrow-Hawk fighters each. IWM 20-152 $8.50 AVALON CRUISER (AEROTECH) IWM 20-151 $9.50 BRIGAND MECH (3067) IWM 20-232 $5.95 CONGRESS FRIGATE (AEROTECH) IWM 20-157 $7.95 DROPSHIPS 1: SMALL (2) (AEROTECH) Contains two Leopard-Class dropships. IWM 20-153 $8.50 DROPSHIPS 2: MEDIUM (AEROTECH) IWM 20-154 $7.95 DROPSHIPS 3: LARGE (AEROTECH) IWM 20-155 $8.50 FLEA MECH IWM 20-805 $5.95 HUNCHBACK MECH IWM 20-854 $7.95 MCKENNA BATTLESHIP (AEROTECH) IWM 20-150 $9.95 RIFLEMAN IIC MECH IWM 20-231 $8.95 SHADOWHAWK IIC MECH IWM 20-224 $7.95 SUFFREN DESTROYER (AEROTECH) IWM 20-156 $8.50 WHITE FLAME MECH (3067) IWM 20-230 $8.95 KENZER & COMPANY FAIRY MEAT BOXED SET Open up a box of cannibalistic Fairy carnage and fun! This new boxed set includes the Fairy Meat basic rules, the Clockwork Stomp supplement, a randomly inserted rules supplement (Sugar & Vice or Wicked Things), five miniatures, and an assortment of additional cards and counters. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 4500 $40.00 HACKMASTER: GAMEMASTER'S MAT Designed to supplement your GM Shield, this mat does double-duty as a folder to store your important game notes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 2118 $19.99 HACKMASTER: GRIFTMASTER'S GUIDE TO LIFE'S WILDEST DREAMS Packed with new skills, guilds, tools, and character generation charts, the valuable knowledge provided by the Griftmaster's Guide further helps rogues in their quest for riches and glory. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 2113 $19.99 HACKMASTER: HACKJOURNAL ANNUAL Loaded with tons of new information and HackMaster Association approved material, this volume collects the first four issues of the HackJournal. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 2301 $12.99 HACKMASTER: THE TEMPLE OF ORNAMENTAL EVIL It's been years since the Temple of Ornamental Evil swept forth from their dungeon complex to impose their brand of oppressive fashion and wicked ways on the good, yet frumpy people of Oerth. Now the tide of terrifying, yet sharply dressed denizens of darkness is stirring once again and the Hammlet of Ommlet is in need of defenders! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) KEN 2209 $24.99 KOPLOW GAMES TRIANTANKOHEDRON PEARL DICE Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) D30 ASSORTMENT DICE TUBE (5) KOP 08533 $12.50 D30 CHARCOAL/WHITE DIE KOP 08440 $2.50 D30 EMERALD/WHITE DIE KOP 08441 $2.50 D30 GRAY/BLACK DIE KOP 08442 $2.50 D30 NAVY/WHITE DIE KOP 08443 $2.50 D30 RED/WHITE DIE KOP 08444 $2.50 TRIANTANKOHEDRON TRANSPARENT DICE Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) D30 ASSORTMENT DICE TUBE (5) KOP 08565 $12.50 D30 BLUE/WHITE DIE KOP 08449 $2.50 D30 GREEN/WHITE DIE KOP 08450 $2.50 D30 RED/WHITE DIE KOP 08451 $2.50 D30 SMOKE/WHITE DIE KOP 08452 $2.50 D30 VIOLET/WHITE DIE KOP 08453 $2.50 MATTEL YU-GI-OH! DUNGEONDICE Hundreds of characters! Infinite possibilities! Defeat your opponent's Monster Lord and emerge victorious in this unique collectible game system. Starter sets include six monsters and one Monster Lord, plus cards, dice, chipboard markers, path pieces, two abaci, playmat, and rulesbook. Expand your army of monsters with booster packs featuring a randomly inserted, sculpted figure and card. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) Booster Pack MAT B0909 PI Starter Set MAT 43575 PI YU-GI-OH! HEXONS Hexons is a collectible battle tile game system that combines the strategy of chess with the moves of checkers. The game pieces consist of six-sided metal tiles representing the main characters, monsters, spells, and traps as seen on the animated series, Yu-Gi-Oh! Each of the Hexon's six sides have different attack values that combine with the unique character tiles to create more damaging attacks. Players command one character surrounded by an army of monster tiles, battling their opponent's monsters as they navigate through their defenses. The first to capture the opposing player's character tile wins! The starter set consists of 10 tiles featuring two character tiles (Yugi and Seto) plus eight random monsters. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) BOOSTER PACK MAT 43602 PI STARTER SET MAT 43601 PI YU-GI-OH! MILLENNIUM GAME The Yu-Gi-Oh! Millennium Game is an exciting new board game where players must obtain all five pieces of the 3-D Millennium Puzzle to become the King of Games! Each player begins the game in the Ultimate Dueling Arena with one piece of the puzzle, moving between the Arena and the Game Shops to obtain more pieces by battling in three separate duels along the way - Janken, Saikoro, and Ikusa - in their quest to garner the most powerful Monster Slider Cards. The first player to assemble the Millennium Puzzle wins! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) MAT 43576 PI MONDAY KNIGHT PRODUCTIONS BATTLEFIELD MINI-MAT These 3' x 3' mats should fit the needs of those gamers seeking a smaller playing surface. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) DESERT MKP 51051 $19.95 GREEN MKP 51050 $19.95 BATTLEFIELD HEXED SKY MAT This 4' x 6' blue felt mat features delicately air-brushed clouds and 1-1/2" hexs printed on the surface. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MKP 51106 $44.00 BATTLEFIELD SKY MAT This 4' x 6' mat features delicately air-brushed clouds on the blue felt surface. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MKP 51005 $37.50 MONGOOSE PUBLISHING ARMAGEDDON 2089: SOLDIER'S COMPANION The Soldier's Companion massively expands upon the rules and options for infantry, special forces, and intelligence operatives presented in the Armageddon 2089 - Total War rulebook, detailing for the first time the major players in the shadowy world of covert operations and intelligence gathering in 2089. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 1206 $24.95 ARMAGEDDON 2089: STANDING ALONE NOVEL Eject from a Warmek in the middle of a combat zone and you're as good as dead! But as his team was shot down around him, cadet mek officer and martial arts expert "Shotgun" Mike Halsey had no choice. He survived, but now he's a pariah, a walking dead man! Standing Alone is the first in a series of novels that brings the world of Armageddon 2089 to life. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 6600 $6.95 BABYLON 5: EARTH ALLIANCE FACT BOOK HC Learn the complete history of humanity's reach for the stars in this comprehensive Babylon 5 d20 sourcebook detailing the union of colonies known as the Earth Alliance. Discover the true nature of the Psi Corps and gain access to hundreds of new prestige classes, feats, and items of equipment, plus information on the military forces of the Earth Alliance, and all-new spacecraft designs, such as the Omega-class Destroyer. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 3333 $24.95 ENCYCLOPAEDIA ARCANE: BLOOD MAGIC Encyclopaedia Arcane: Blood Magic presents this entirely new, and lethal, form of magical power, allowing spellcasters and Games Masters to utilize the feats, prestige classes, and rules contained within to pump up their d20 campaigns. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 1018 $14.95 SHELOTH: CITY OF THE DROW HC This 256-page d20 citybook casts light upon the shadows of this infamous drow city, exploring the intricate relationships between Sheloth's inhabitants, visitors, and those kept in servitude. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 5005 $34.95 SIGNS & PORTENTS #1 Mongoose Publishing presents Signs & Portents, a dedicated house magazine designed to support their fantasy d20 System lines, as well as showcase other roleplaying games such as Babylon 5, Judge Dredd, Armageddon 2089, and Slaine. Within these pages you'll find favorite rules supplements, sneak peeks at Babylon 5 sourcebooks, a preview of the Lone Wolf roleplaying game, and an exclusive copy of The Slayer's Guide to Minotaurs. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 5500 $4.95 SLAYER'S GUIDE TO GAMES MASTERS A humorous, tongue-in-cheek guide to every player's most indefatigable foe - The Games Master - this indispensible resource features chapters covering such things as how to excel at convention gaming, to how to ensure your regular Games Master will always lean in your favor. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 0021 $9.95 THE QUINTESSENTIAL DROW Expanding on its concepts, classes, and magic, this 128-page d20 sourcebook allows both players and Games Masters to bring this most feared and respected of characters out of the shadows and into the foreground of any campaign. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MGP 4018 $19.95 ONE SMALL STEP GAMES AMONG NATIONS CARD GAME Each player controls a different country with unique objectives and special abilities in this family card game of economics and politics in the modern world designed by Dan Verssen. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS19506 $6.95 BATTLECHROME CARD GAME 108 four-color cards provide players with a variety of machines, systems, weapons, and tactics to assault their opponents with player-designed battle mecha in this card game of futuristic warfare. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS29601 $16.95 DAN VERSSEN'S JAUNTY JALOPIES SET 2 Six new characters and their sidekicks are introduced in this expansion for the Jaunty Jalopies card game. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20301 $24.95 FOX ONE CARD GAME The Fox One card game introduces 108 cards detailing jets, missiles, environments, and tactics at player's disposal to engage their high-flying opponents in deadly aerial combat in the wartorn skies of the 20th and 21st centuries. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS29602 $16.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: AIR WAR EXPANSION This expansion set for Millennium Wars replaces the abstracted Air System currently implemented with a more involved task allocation system, and rules for using weapons of mass destruction. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20316 $19.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: AMERICA A political and economic crisis erupts in this Millennium Wars scenario exploring the turmoil brewing in the United States from increasing encroachments on the people's Constitutional protections. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20313 $19.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: IRAQ Iraq desperately pursues its shell game for political and technological advantage as they square off against the United States and the United Nations over disputed weapons development sites in this Millennium Wars scenario. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20311 $19.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: KASHMIR India and Pakistan clash over legal and moral possession of the territories of Kashmir and Jammu in this Millennium Wars scenario. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20312 $19.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: KOREA Conflict returns to the Korean peninsula! Two Millennium Wars scenarios are introduced; one where North Korea opts for a military solution to solve their continuing economic problems, while the second brings US intervention to suppress the Axis of Evil's advances. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20315 $19.95 MILLENNIUM WARS: UKRAINE Russian hardliners intervene militarily to prevent the Ukraine from pursuing further westernization in the midst of the collapse of the Soviet Union in this Millennium Wars scenario. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS20314 $19.95 THAPOS AND ALEXANDRIA From land and sea, Thapos and Alexandria unleash their embattled troops upon the bloody battlegrounds of Rome in this exciting tabletop wargame incorporating Bill Bank's Ancient's rules system. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP OSS90401 $12.95 OSPREY PUBLISHING AMERICAN HEAVY FRIGATES 1794-1826 The Constitution, United States, and President; 44-gun frigates built for the United States Navy between 1794 and 1799 are featured. Their victories in the naval War of 1812, as well as their performance against the Barbary Pirates, caught the imagination of the world and spurred all navies into re-examining the class. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP NVG079 $14.95 GEBIRGSJŠGER Few branches of the German armed forces were represented on so many fronts as the mountain infantrymen, or Gebirgstruppen. This new volume examines the recruitment, training, and combat experiences of the common GebirgsjŠger. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP WAR074 $16.95 GENGHIS KHAN & MONGOL CONQUEST 1190-1400 The history of the Mongol conquests is a catalogue of superlatives. No army in the world has ever conquered so much territory, and few armies have provoked such terror as the Mongol hordes. This book provides a concise yet thorough account of the Mongol conquests, including the rise of Genghis Khan, and the unification of the tribes with up to date information on campaign logistics, tactics, and horse breeding. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP ESS057 $14.95 GERMAN ARMY IN WWI (1) This is the first of three books that study the German Army of World War I in great detail, introducing a comprehensive study of the organization, uniforms, insignia and equipment of the Imperial German army. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP MAA394 $14.95 GERMAN HEAVY CRUISERS 1939-45 This title covers the design, development, and operational history of the Heavy Cruisers of the Admiral Hipper class. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP NVG081 $14.95 GERMAN INFANTRYMAN (2) EAST FRONT 1941-43 In this second volume detailing the German infantryman before and during World War 2, post-1941 training, weapons, equipment, combat experiences, and medical care are examined. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP WAR076 $16.95 IRANIAN F-4 PHANTOM II UNITS IN COMBAT Different versions of the jet have provided the backbone of the frontline strength of the Iranian air force since the 1970s, and whole generations of Iranian pilots and ground personnel have been trained to fly and maintain them. This book removes the veil of secrecy surrounding Iranian Phantom II operations since the Iran/Iraq war. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP COM037 $18.95 TITO'S PARTISANS 1941-45 The civil war that raged in Yugoslavia following the German invasion in 1941 was brutal, uncompromising, and complex, pitting royalists, fascists, communists, ethnic groups, and the Axis powers against one another in a shifting and bloody theatre of war. Using primary source material, stunning contemporary images, and personal accounts, this book brings to light the development, training, weaponry, tactics, and combat experiences of Tito's formidable guerrilla force, and the events of this bloody theatre of World War II. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP WAR073 $16.95 US ARMY FRONTIER SCOUTS 1840-1921 The role of the Frontier scout in the US Army during the period of expansion to the West was often far more important than that of the commanding officer himself. They possessed a priceless knowledge of the geography, people, and characteristics of the great, unknown American hinterland. This book tells the colorful story of these frontier men, covering many famous scouts such as 'Wild Bill' Hickok and 'Buffalo Bill' Cody. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP ELI091 $16.95 WWII MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS (1) The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be awarded to personnel in the United States' Armed Forces. This title is the first of two looking at the recipients of the Medal of Honor during World War II. It covers Navy and Marine Corps awardees in all theaters of war, from the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 to the brutal fighting on Iwo Jima in 1945. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP ELI092 $16.95 YOM KIPPUR WAR 1973 (1) The October War, or 'Yom Kippur' War of 1973, was precipitated by the Arab states of the Middle East, primarily Egypt and Syria, in an attempt to force Israel to the negotiating table. In the first of a two-volume analysis of the Yom Kippur war, Simon Dunstan details the Syrian assault on the strategically vital Golan Heights. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) OSP CAM0118 $18.95 OUT OF THE BOX PUBLISHING APPLES TO APPLES APPLE CRATE EDITION This beautifully crafted wood crate contains the entire collection of cards from the original Apples to Apples Core game, plus Expansion Sets 1 and 2. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 7730 $29.99 TEN DAYS IN AFRICA Touring by plane, car, and on foot, chart your course from start to finish using only the resources available to you in your 10 day journey in Africa. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) OTB 1010 $19.99 PALLADIUM BOOKS HEROES UNLIMITED 2ND EDITION: POWERS UNLIMITED ONE This 128-page sourcebook for Heroes Unlimited 2nd Edition explores over 200 new potential Minor and Major super abilities, plus power subsets, psionics, and character data. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) PAL 0521 $13.95 RIFTS: ADVENTURE SOURCEBOOK THREE - THE BLACK VAULT The Coalition States deny its existence, yet the legend has persisted for generations. The legend of the Black Vault, depository for thousands of lost magic items collected over the years by the Coalition States and locked away where nobody can find them... has been found! Explore the history, rumors, and artifacts festering in the depths of the Black Vault in this 64-page Rifts adventure sourcebook. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) PAL 0855 $10.95 RIFTS: CHAOS EARTH Bear angry witness to the Earth's fiery rebirth as it goes screaming to become a cauldron of mystic energy - an apocalyptic upheaval that serves as the catalyst to the formation of the multi-dimensional doorway to infinite worlds known as Rifts Earth! As one of the last dying people standing, unwilling to give up, unwilling to die, unwilling to let chaos win, players fight with ruthless conviction against every face of evil amidst absolute chaos, ruthlessness, and savagery in a no-holds-barred free-for-all for survival! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) PAL 0660 $17.95 PARADIGM CONCEPTS NISHANPUR: CITY OF SECRETS City of Secrets is meant to help players begin to fathom the web of lies and deceit that surround one of the most dangerous and intrigue-filled cities in the nation of Canceri: Nishanpur. This d20 sourcebook offers insight into the dark and twisted history of this city, as well as an overview of its important locales and NPCs, and a module compatible with the RPGA Living Arcanis: Nishanpur campaign. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) PCI 1007 $17.49 PLAYROOM ENTERTAINMENT KILLER BUNNIES: VIOLET BOOSTER EXPANSION Killer Bunnies are back again and sporting new Specialty Bunnies, which make taking double turns a snap! The Violet Booster Deck adds another 55 cards to your existing set, plus a clear twelve-sided die. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) PLE 42100 $12.00 PRIVATEER PRESS WARMACHINE MINIATURES Warmachine is a fast-paced 30mm scale tabletop miniatures game of metal-on-metal combat, where players take on the role of elite soldier-sorcerers who harbor the ability to magically control and coordinate mighty warjacks. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) CRYX BILE THRALL TROOPERS (2) PIP 34012 $7.99 CRYX BILE THRALL LEADER PACK PIP 34011 $8.99 CYGNAR STORMBLADES LEADER PACK (2) PIP 31011 $13.99 CYGNAR STORMBLADES TROOPERS (2) PIP 31012 $12.99 KHADOR IRON FANGS LEADER PACK (2) PIP 33011 $13.99 KHADOR IRON FANGS TROOPERS (2) PIP 33012 $12.99 PROTECTORATE DELIVERERS LEADER PACK (2) PIP 32011 $8.99 PROTECTORATE DELIVERERS TROOPERS PIP 32012 $7.99 QUIKLINK INTERACTIVE TRAVELLER'S AIDE: 76 GUNMEN From low-tech barbarians to spacefaring Marines, this Traveller d20 sourcebook introduces the stats and typical equipment for a wide range of NPCs, presented at four levels of capability, allowing for quick creation of inexperienced forces right through to elite strike teams. Also includes 19 adventure seeds to help jump-start your adventure or encounter. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) QLI TA0004 $10.95 TRAVELLER'S AIDE: ON THE GROUND Whether you love screeching tires and the smell of burnt hydrocarbons, or require a rugged ATV for exploration work, or just a cheap utility vehicle, you'll find what you need in this Traveller d20 sourcebook featuring design notes, full specifications, details on variants, and background information on all forms of vehicles and personal transport. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) QLI TA0003 $10.95 TRAVELLER'S AIDE: PERSONAL WEAPONS OF CHARTED SPACE Personal Weapons of Charted Space distills years of experience into one handy reference volume, making certain that you will always have the right weapon handy, just when you need it. This Traveller d20 supplement features a comprehensive guide to weapons types, use, and tactics, plus the inside scoop on the top arms suppliers. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) QLI TA0001 $10.95 R & R GAMES, INC. FIRST HAND It pays to have the sharpest eyes and fastest fingers in this wacky wrist-twisting party game where players scramble to position their hands to match the hands pictured in the cards displayed. Last player in position keeps the card, and the player with the least cards wins! Contains 60 Handy illustrated cards and EZ-Play rules. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) RRG 855 $9.95 REINER KNIZIA'S FLEA CIRCUS It's a wild, furry time under the Big-Top as players use their best Flea cards to attract the most dogs and cats! But, watch out for the Animal Catcher! Contains 55 Amazing Flea cards, 20 rubber cats, 20 rubber dogs, and EZ-Play rules. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) RRG 860 $15.95 SMARTY PARTY Think you're a real smartypants? Then, prove it! Each category card in this brain-busting trivia game has several answers. Name them all and you get to wear the Smartypants! Contents include a game board, Smartypants, Smartycard reader, 100 double-sided Smarty Party cards, seven penalty chips, 16 pawns, wager marker, complete rules, and a sand timer. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) RRG 955 $24.95 THINGAMAJIG How far can you stretch the truth? Press the Thingamajig's button to reveal your "secret" Thingamaword, then bluff your opponents from guessing with shifty clues. Contents include one electronic Thingamajig (batteries included), four pencils, four pads of paper, 40 Thingama chips, and EZ-Play rules. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) RRG 965 $19.95 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 July 2003. (CAUT: 4) Chieftain RPR 07064 $9.99 DESPOT RPR 07065 $9.99 FLAIL RPR 07069 $9.99 GHAST RPR 07070 $9.99 DARK HEAVEN LEGENDS MINIATURES The Dark Heaven Legends line is perfect for role-players, wargamers, or painters who are looking for fantasy character models. This is the stuff of legends! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) AMIRYTH ELMLIGHTER, FEMALE ELF ARCHER RPR 02711 $2.99 CLAY GOLEM RPR 02706 $4.99 CRUSADER WARLORD RPR 14068 $3.99 DEMON WARLORD RPR 14067 $12.99 EYE BEAST RPR 02712 $8.99 FINGAL WINKBEARD, GNOME FIGHTER RPR 02714 $2.99 GOBLIN WOLF (2) RPR 02710 $5.99 ILMARIN DUSKWANDER, ELF WITH DOUBLESWORD RPR 02713 $2.99 JANARA, FEMALE HALF ORC FIGHTER RPR 02708 $2.99 KHULSANTHUS, SKELETAL DRAGON RPR 02705 $13.99 MALE HALFLING MONK RPR 02709 $2.99 MANGANAW, LORD OF THE GNOLLS RPR 02704 $8.99 ODUM RUMBLEBEARD, DWARF WIZARD RPR 02707 $2.99 SIR JUSTIN, TEMPLAR ADVENTURER RPR 02715 $2.99 REAPER BRUSHES Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) BASIC BRUSH SET (08501, 08505, 08507) RPR 08550 $12.99 DETAIL BRUSH (#5/0 ROUND) RPR 08507 $4.99 LARGE BRUSH (#2 ROUND) RPR 08503 $4.99 LARGE DRYBRUSH (FLAT) RPR 08502 $4.99 MEDIUM BRUSH (#1 ROUND) RPR 08504 $4.99 SMALL BRUSH (#3/0 ROUND) RPR 08506 $4.99 SMALL DRYBRUSH (#2 FLAT) RPR 08501 $4.99 STANDARD BRUSH (#0 ROUND) RPR 08505 $4.99 SUPER DETAIL BRUSH (#10/0 ROUND) RPR 08508 $4.99 SUPER FINE DETAIL BRUSH (#20/0 ROUND) RPR 08509 $4.99 WARLORD 25MM HEROIC SCALE MINIATURES Warlord Heroic Scale miniatures are finely detailed, highly animated, and perfect for role-players and wargamers alike. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) LUTHRAVE, WITCH QUEEN OF TALTOS RPR 14065 $3.99 PRINCE ALMIRITH, ELF WARLORD RPR 14066 $3.99 REX GAMES 3-SPOT In 3-Spot, the objective is to move the pieces to cover the spots on a nine square board. The unique feature is: a player can, at any time, change strategies from an offensive tactic to a defensive one, or vise versa, and win! The first social justice game, a player does not necessarily win by scoring the most points! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX ED00333 $8.50 CHECKERS 2000 Capture your opponent's number 12 game piece in this intense, fun, and fast-paced game combining the classic rules of checkers with the strategy planning of chess. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX C2000 $20.00 DOUBLE TANGOES Twice as much fun! Twice as many challenges! Use 14 puzzle pieces to create 108 original designs! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX DT200 $16.00 L-GAME Move your piece and a neutral piece to block your opponent's piece in this simple yet challenging game of lateral thinking. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX ED00222 $8.50 POKER DICE GAME Strategic and challenging, the Poker Dice Game is Yacht using a combination of five 12- sided dice, 52 cards, and eight wild cards to earn points by devising as many poker-style hands throughout the course of play. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX PDG5 $8.00 TANGOES ADDITIONAL CARD SET #5 Each Tangoes card set features 54 different puzzle images and solutions, all stored in a vinyl box. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) REX P500 $5.00 RPG OBJECTS DARWIN'S WORLD: DEATH BY CORIUM LIGHT This d20 adventure for Darwin's World ventures deep into the Corium Mines of Lil' Vegas, one of the most infamous locations of the Twisted Earth, to unearth the secrets, stories, and strange creatures that lurk in its dark and foreboding tunnels. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP RPO0007 $12.95 DARWIN'S WORLD: THE LOST CITY Designed for four to six characters of levels 1-3, The Lost City is a fully developed d20 campaign adventure and location sourcebook for the post-apocalyptic setting of Darwin's World, detailing the legendary "Sunken City", formerly Bakersfield, California, at the foot of the Great Rift Valley. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP RPO0004 $11.95 SOCRE ENTERTAINMENT DRAGONBALL Z CCG: BUU SAGA EXPANSION This expansion boasts revolutionary new High Tech cards, and the hard-hitting Empower effect lets you modify your attacks on the fly! Plus, the addition of the new Double High Techs! Double wide/double level High Tech cards of Buu, Goku, Kid Trunks, Babidi, Majin Vegeta, and more! If that wasn't enough, the double-thick Gotenks Fusion Personality Cards are randomly inserted for ultimate collectibility and gaming! NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please inquire for pricing and availability. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) BOOSTER DISPLAY SCO85345-D $118.44 BOOSTER PACK SCO85345-S $3.29Ea. STARTER DECK SCO85341-S $10.99 STARTER DISPLAY SCO85341-D $109.90 SOVEREIGN PRESS DRAGONLANCE D20: AGE OF MORTALS HC A companion volume designed for the Dragonlance Campaign Setting published by Wizards of the Coast under the guidance of author Margaret Weis, Age of Mortals contains an update on the races of Ansalon, many new prestige classes, feats, equipment, magical items, and spells. It details potential adventuring locations in great detail, as well as mighty dragons and many important characters of the era. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SVP 4001 $34.99 STEVE JACKSON GAMES GURPS: FANTASY BESTIARY (REPRINT) This extensively researched book, based on authentic folklore and legends from all over the world, is a perfect resource for the GM of any fantasy campaign. It includes more than 250 fantasy animals and plants, and features a special chapter on Dragons, a complete list of spells used by the magical creatures in the book, and many more details. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT:4) SJG 6504 $19.95 GURPS: SHAPESHIFTERS From the traditional werewolf to the modern anime "house pet that becomes an ATV", here are complete rules for creating shapeshifter characters gathered and consolidated from several previous GURPS publications. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 6533 $22.95 GURPS VEHICLE BUILDER CD (WINDOWS) GURPS Vehicle Builder is the official vehicle-creation program for GURPS. Like the GURPS Character Builder before it, GURPS Vehicle Builder lets you design, optimize, store, modify, and print out vehicles of all types. All the system's features are supported, with complete vehicle creation rules from GURPS Vehicles. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 5403 $24.95 HEROQUEST RPG REVISED EDITION This revised and re-tooled version of HeroQuest features complete rules, including details on Character Creation, simplified Contest resolution, new rules for Hero Bands and Guardians, and streamlined Magic systems, plus new scenarios, a new heroquest, several hero bands, and a narrative example written by Greg Stafford. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG ISS1001 $39.95 MUNCHKIN FU Munchkin leaps into chop-socky Hong Kong action, as the characters are now Samurai, Ninja, Yakuza, and Monks, while the foes are mooks, demons, and assorted bad guys from all the worst martial arts films you've ever seen. Collect treasures and learn new styles to build up your character's powers! Munchkin Fu is completely compatible with the original Munchkin. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 1412 $24.95 STRANGE SYNERGY Developed by Steve Jackson and illustrated by Phil Foglio (Girl Genius, XXXenophile), Strange Synergy is built around 100 different Power Cards boasting a mix of superpowers, mutations, skills, and gadgets. Each warrior starts with three different powers. You choose the combination! This boxed game comes complete with 112 cards, rules, warrior stand-ups and bases, a game map, counters, and one die. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) SJG 1360 $29.95 TROLL LORD GAMES JUSTIN BACON'S ART OF WAR HC From minor skirmishes to epic-scale combat, Art of War includes everything you need to bring the challenge, thrill, and horror of war to your d20 campaign. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP TLG1011 $29.95 NECROMANCER GAMES: VAMPIRES & LICHES Vampires! Liches! The Undead! From the dark beyond, these horrid, malevolent apparitions rage against the living in ruthless vengeance and jealous madness! Bend your mind to unravel the mysteries of Athransma! Plunge into the dank sewers of the Underguild! Journey into a nightmarish, cataclysmic struggle between the living and the undead in this series of three interlinked d20 adventures crafted for a party of 4-6 12th Level characters. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) IMP TLGNGL2 $11.95 THE UPPER DECK COMPANY O/A YU-GI-OH! TCG: LEGACY OF DARKNESS This exciting expansion to the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game brings Duelists more Effect, Fiend, Warrior, and Dragon type Monsters to the battling arena. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) BOOSTER DISPLAY UDC 30179-D PI BOOSTER PACK UDC 30179-S PI US GAMES SYSTEMS 20TH CENTURY TIME TRAVEL CARD GAME Based on A&E's 20th Century Time Travel programming, this History Channel branded game is filled with 300 historical facts to fuel this exciting journey as players travel forward and backward in time through the 20th century. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) UGS TCT100 $14.00 HISTORY'S MYSTERIES CARD GAME Based on A&E's History's Mysteries series of programs, players of this rummy-type card game strive to score points by collecting such world-renowned mysteries as Crop Circles, Ghost Ships, and the Loch Ness Monster. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) UGS HM104 $12.00 LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION CARD GAME Encounter Blackfoot warriors, grizzly bears, and rattlesnakes as you travel along with Lewis and Clark in this fact-filled card game exploring the trials and tribulations of their famous journey of discovery. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) UGS LCE54 $10.00 USAOPOLY AVIATION 100TH ANNIVERSARY MONOPOLY Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) USO 193 $35.95 MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL MONOPOLY Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) USO 187 $35.95 MUPPETS MONOPOLY Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) USO 194 $35.95 NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE MONOPOLY Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) USO 188 $35.95 NATIONAL PARKS DOUBLE 6 DOMINOES America's favorite tile game with a National Parks twist comes complete with 28 wooden dominoes packed in a travel-size wood case. Match bear track, oak leave, and pine tree pips to build your domino trail. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) USO DM01 $9.95 VALLEJO VALLEJO GAME COLOR PAINTS Vallejo Game Color and Model Color paints are special selections of premier water-based acrylic colors for players and collectors of miniatures games. Vallejo Paints are designed to adhere to plastics and metals, use special resin to resist scrapes and abrasion, are highly pigmented, light, fast, waterproof once dry, and are packaged in a spill proof plastic 17- milliliter bottle with eyedropper. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) COPPER (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC797 $5.30 FLORESCENT BLUE VAL MC736 $2.99 FLORESCENT GREEN VAL MC737 $2.99 FLORESCENT MAGENTA VAL MC735 $2.99 FLORESCENT ORANGE VAL MC733 $2.99 FLORESCENT YELLOW VAL MC730 $2.99 GLOSS VARNISH VAL MC510 $2.99 GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC791 $5.30 GREEN GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC795 $5.30 OLD GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC792 $5.30 RED GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC794 $5.30 RICH GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC793 $5.30 SILVER (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC790 $5.30 WHITE GOLD (ALCOHOL BASED) 35ML VAL MC796 $5.30 MATTE VARNISH VAL MC520 $2.99 PLASTIC PUTTY VAL MC400 $2.99 PUMICE STONE 250ML VAL MC599 $9.20 SATIN VARNISH VAL MC522 $2.99 THINNER VAL MC524 $2.99 KOLINSKY PAINT BRUSHES Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) SABLE BRUSH 0 VAL 51854000 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 00 VAL 51854020 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 000 VAL 51854030 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 1 VAL 51854001 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 10/0 VAL 51854100 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 2 VAL 51854002 $6.49 SABLE BRUSH 3 VAL 51854003 $7.49 SABLE BRUSH 4 VAL 51854004 $9.49 SABLE BRUSH 4/0 VAL 51854040 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 5 VAL 51854005 $13.99 SABLE BRUSH 5/0 VAL 51854050 $5.49 SABLE BRUSH 6 VAL 51854006 $15.99 SABLE BRUSH 7 VAL 51854007 $21.99 SABLE BRUSH 8 VAL 51854008 $27.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 0 VAL RK25000 $7.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 1 VAL RK25001 $7.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 2 VAL RK25002 $7.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 2/0 VAL RK25200 $6.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 3/0 VAL RK25300 $6.99 TAJMIR SABLE BRUSH 4/0 VAL RK25400 $6.99 TAJMIR SABLE SET 0,1,2 VAL RK25998 $20.99 TAJMIR SABLE SET2/0,3/0,4/0 VAL RK25999 $17.99 WARHAMMER HISTORICAL WARGAMES WARHAMMER ANCIENT BATTLES: EL CID Rodrigo Diaz, better known as "El Cid", is one of the most famous warriors of the Middle Ages. His deeds are legendary and his adventures in a world of Moors and Christians, castillos and caballeros, provide ideal territory for games of Warhammer Ancient Battles. This sourcebook contains an historical overview and detailed chronologies outlining the important events and battles of the time, as well as eight army lists complete with wargaming tactics and painting guides. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) WHW 007 $26.00 WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING DEMON THE FALLEN PLAYER'S GUIDE Once, they ruled the Earth as gods, radiant spirits of fire and thunder that defied the fury of heaven for a thousand years. Now, the angels of the Abyss have returned to a world that has forgotten them, a place devoid of the faith that long ago fueled their dreams of glory. No longer titans of creation but bound in frail vessels of human flesh, the fallen are now shadows of their former selves, tormented by the pain of their long imprisonment. The Demon Player's Guide contains a host of new rules, optional powers, tips, and guidelines to add new depth to the fallen and their struggles for glory and redemption. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08202 $29.95 DEMON: TRILOGY OF THE FALLEN BOOK 3—THE WRECKAGE OF PARADISE Sabriel, seductive fallen angel that she is, has been playing games with the souls of mortals and devils alike. The demons Hasmed and Usiel have both felt the sting of her tender mercies, but now they may be her only hope of staving off an apocalypse. The ancient creature called Avitu has decided that humanity, demons, and all the universe want nothing more than oblivion. Can Sabriel prove it wrong? Does she even want to? Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 10092 $6.99 EVERQUEST: AL'KABOR'S ARCANA This essential volume contains information on several hundred existing magic items from the world of EverQuest, as well as scores of new items and spells. In addition, with the forgotten knowledge Al'Kabor has unlocked, this book also presents rules for players to create their own items to use in this fantastic world! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 16503 $29.95 EXALTED: MANACLE & COIN Manacle and Coin introduces the greatest of Exalted's empires: business empires. Inside are the details of the Guild's structure and methods, its abominable trade in drugs and slaves, and an explanation of the monetary systems of Creation. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08825 $19.95 MAGE THE ASCENSION: TRADITION BOOK—ORDER OF HERMES With the rise of the Avatar Storm and the fall of its Horizon chantries, the Order faces the greatest challenge in its history: adapt to the modern world or relinquish all power to a monolithic science that denies the Art of Magic. Now more than ever, the Order needs the creativity and audacity of the Founders. Tradition Book - Order of Hermes continues the revolution storyline in the wake of the Ascension War, and features crossover rules for Mind's Eye Theatre. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 04664 $19.95 MIND'S EYE THEATRE: ANARCH'S GUIDE The Anarch's Guide reveals the inner workings of vampire society; as well as how to take it apart. Here are all the new Traits and reference materials you need to play anarch characters of any clan or sect, from ranting iconoclasts rioting in the streets to subtle manipulators working from within the system. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 05040 $17.95 RAVENLOFT: DUNGEON MASTER'S GUIDE This core d20 rulebook has a wealth of vital information for Ravenloft, offering ways to reshape the classes in the Dungeon & Dragons Dungeon Master's Guide, and providing tips on creating a properly horrific atmosphere for players, ways to use Ravenloft in crossover games, delicious new spells and magic items, and much more! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 15004 $34.95 SCARRED LANDS: PLAYER'S GUIDE TO FIGHTERS & BARBARIANS This is the second d20 sourcebook in the essential Player's Guide Series from Sword & Sorcery Studios, detailing the strengths and abilities of the true warriors of fantasy roleplaying; fierce fighters and savage barbarians. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 08307 $23.95 VAMPIRE: THE ETERNAL STRUGGLE CCG—ANARCHS Vampire society favors the privileged elders who claim domain over the world, and dominion over the younger children of Caine. Now the time has come for revolution! The Anarchs and the Gangrel join the Eternal Struggle in this latest 120-card expansion introduced in three unique 90-card pre-constructed starter decks offered in 6-count displays featuring the feral Gangrel clan, the Anarch Barons, and the Anarch Gangs, as well as 11-card boosters packaged in 36-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) Booster Pack WWP 02511-S $2.75 Starter Deck WWP 02512-S $9.95 VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: CHAINING THE BEAST Chaining the Beast explores the Paths of Enlightenment in significant detail, from the hierarchies of sin to the myriad nightly concerns of a vampire who upholds them. An excellent resource for those seeking to explore the alien mind-set of the undead, this book sheds light on the dark corners of the Kindred psyche. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 02432 $19.95 WEREWOLF THE APOCALYPSE: HAMMER & KLAIVE A silver knife twists in mid-blow, striking unerringly at a foe's heart. A dagger made from a great beast's fang bites deep. A whirling bull-roarer calls up a thunderstorm. And a simple reed flute lulls a monster to sleep. With the help of the spirits contained within magical devices, the impossible becomes easy. Hammer & Klaive is the ultimate guide to fetishes; the magical weapons and tools of Werewolf: The Apocalypse, each one empowered by a spirit. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) WWP 03813 $19.95 WIZARDS OF THE COAST DRAGONLANCE: DRAGONS OF WINTER NIGHT HC Dragons. Creatures of legend. Stories told to children. But now dragons have returned to Krynn, and darkness of war and destruction engulfs the land. Now, a small band of heroes brings hope to the land, yet the hope is fragile as a rose and may be lost completely, shattered by the bitter winds of winter. Knight and barbarian, warrior and half-elf, dwarf and kender, and dark-souled mage; they begin a perilous search for two artifacts that may help them or lead to their destruction - the Dragon Orb and the legendary Dragonlance! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 92607 $27.95 DRAGONLANCE: THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE MMPB The volume 5 in the Dragonlance "Crossroads" series of novels, written by Paul B. Thompson. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 96190 $6.99 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: PLAYER'S HANDBOOK HC (REVISED) The revised Player's Handbook is the definitive rulebook for the Dungeons & Dragons game, containing bonus content exclusive to this edition. Additionally, the new content instructs players on how to take full advantage of the tie-in D&D miniatures line planned for release in the fall of 2003. Notable revisions feature changes to character classes to make them more balanced, including updates to the bard, druid, monk, paladin, and ranger, adjusted spell lists and levels for characters, improved skill consolidation and clarification, plus a larger number of feats added to give even more options for character customization. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17524 $29.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: DUNGEON MASTER'S GUIDE HC (REVISED) The revised Dungeon Master's Guide features 320-pages of beautifully rendered, intuitively presented rules and material designed to get a D&D campaign up and running, including information on running a D&D campaign, adjudicating play, writing adventures, non-player and player characters, magic items, and a dictionary of special abilities and conditions. In addition, the new and revised content instructs players on how to take full advantage of the tie-in D&D miniatures line planned for release in the fall of 2003. Notable changes have been made to the item creation rules and pricing, plus 10 new prestige classes and expanded advice on how to run a campaign have been added. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17752 $29.95 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: MONSTER MANUAL HC (REVISED) From aboleths to zombies, the new D&D revised Monster Manual holds a diverse cast of enemies and allies essential for any Dungeons & Dragons campaign, detailing over 200 creeps, critters, and creatures to keep players on their toes (including many new creatures never seen before). Plus, all monster entries showcase character statistics so players can play monsters as heroes. This revised edition also contains exclusive bonus content including 31 new illustrations, a new index, and new feats, in addition to information on how to take full advantage of the tie-in D&D miniatures line planned for release in the fall of 2003. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17755 $29.95 FORGOTTEN REALMS: THE THOUSAND ORCS MMPB Barbaric hordes of blood-hungry humanoids sweep across the Spine of the World, and thousands of humans and dwarves lie in their path. The Spine of the World has many defenders, not the least of whom are Drizzt Do'Urden and his powerful friends. But the companions have grown dependent on one other. When they're separated by enemies, time, and death, can even a warrior as cunning and mighty as Drizzt stand alone against an army? Book 1 of R.A. Salvatore's The Hunter's Blades Trilogy. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17974 $7.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: TWILIGHT FALLING MMPB Author Paul S. Kemp (Shadow's Witness) scribes Book 1 of The Erevis Cale Trilogy. Erevis Cale has come to a fork in the road where he feels the pull of the god Mask and the weight of a life in the shadows. To find his own path, he must leave the city of Selgaunt. To save the world, he must sacrifice his own god! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17980 $6.99 FORGOTTEN REALMS: WATERDEEP MMPB The God of Strife is dead, destroyed in his attack on Tantras, and Midnight and her allies have recovered the first Tablet of Fate. But, to complete their quest, the heroes must travel across the world to Waterdeep, the City of Splendors, and even pass into the Realm of the Dead. But both Cyric and Myrkul, God of Death, want the Tablets of Fate for their own dark ends, and they will stop at nothing to capture Midnight - even if it means the destruction of the Realms! Waterdeep is the third novel in the Avatar Trilogy. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 96450 $6.99 STAR WARS TCG: JEDI GUARDIANS The 105-card Jedi Guardians expansion to the Star Wars TCG introduces all twelve members of the Jedi Council, a slew of the deadliest servants of the Dark Side, new piloting abilities for Episode II characters, plus two all-new game mechanics that will help players to assemble the Jedi Council or dismantle it! This exciting series is featured in 11-card booster packs offered in 36-count displays. NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) BOOSTER DISPLAY WOC 96572-D PI BOOSTER PACK WOC 96572-S PI SUNDERED ARMS MMPB Volume 8 in the Iconic Character Series. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) TSR 17972 $5.99 WIZKIDS CRIMSON SKIES: ACES #2—DEADLY DUO Tough, independent, an ace flyer, and a better wrench, now Maria Sanchez is under the wing of the most powerful sky pirates in North America, Nathan Zachary's Fortune Hunters. Each Aces Wild pack contains two different prepainted, fully assembled planes and their respective pilots, each on a combat-dial base, plus four Ace navigation cards. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 5303 $15.95 CRIMSON SKIES: ACES #3—ACES WILD Fly with two of the fiercest Pirates in the sky! The leaders of North America's blood thirstiest pirate gangs are renowned for their daring flying styles and deadly aim. Taking chances is only the start of your adventure when you take the controls for smuggling, gambling, bootlegging, and lawlessness at 10,000 feet. Each Aces Wild pack contains two different prepainted, fully assembled planes and their respective pilots, each on a combat-dial base, plus four Ace navigation cards. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 5306 $15.95 O/A CRIMSON SKIES RULES PACK This rules pack contains all the rules and accessories needed to play both the Crimson Skies: Air Action game and the Crimson Skies: Aces game. Contents include a 64-page rulebook, a quick-start rules sheet, two double-sided maps, Skills and Abilities/Talents and Abilities Cards, 24 full-color navigation cards, 48 tokens, 24 maneuver markers, six dice, and three storage envelopes. WIZ 5100 $7.95 CRIMSON SKIES: SQUADRON #3 - FORTUNE HUNTERS Founded by Great War ace and former Wall Street tycoon Nathan Zachary, the Fortune Hunters are tough, cool-headed brigands who pry their keep from the clouds. A nationwide network of snitches, informants, and former militia flyers, their deep connections protect them from being double-crossed. This Squadron pack contains four prepainted, fully assembled planes on combat-dial bases. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 5304 $15.95 CRIMSON SKIES: SQUADRON #4 - RED SKULL LEGION Throughout North America, fliers tremble when the Red Skulls are mentioned. This brutal, unpredictable gang thrives on striking only the most vulnerable and profitable targets. Organized by the ruthless "Genghis" Kahn, their expertise in mayhem and mania made them the first truly organized and truly successful band of sky pirates. Fly with the Red Skulls and swoop down on swashbuckling adventure with this Squadron pack featuring four prepainted, fully assembled planes on combat-dial bases. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 5305 $15.95 MAGE KNIGHT 3D DUNGEONS FLOOR PACK The interlocking floor squares in this Floor Pack will allow you to add a huge chamber, several rooms, or long corridors to any Mage Knight: Dungeons game. Contents include 36 interlocking 3D Dungeons floor squares, plus Mage Knight 3D Dungeons rules. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 0911 $11.95 MAGE KNIGHT 3D DUNGEONS STARTER SET Mage Knight 3D Dungeons brings your Mage Knight: Dungeons adventures to stunning three-dimensional life with floor squares, walls, and doors! Every piece is designed to interlock, presenting thousands of possible dungeon combinations. Contents include 32 interlocking 3D Dungeons floor squares, 24 interlocking 3D Dungeons walls, four wooden doors, four iron doors, and Mage Knight 3D Dungeons rules. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 0910 $29.95 MAGE KNIGHT 3D DUNGEONS TRAP PACK This Trap Pack includes everything you need to add eight diabolical traps to your dungeons, including trap squares, a red cellophane trap reader, and trap objects. Contents feature 12 trap squares with trap dials, eight trap objects, one trap viewer, and complete Mage Knight 3D Dungeons trap rules. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 0912 $19.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT: DUNGEONS ARTIFACTS SET 1 These pre-painted, 3-dimensional dungeon accessories include two tables, four chairs, a clock trap, three columns, a throne, and a rune stone, and can be incorporated into any Mage Knight Dungeons or miniatures game setting. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0904 $14.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT: DUNGEONS ARTIFACTS SET 2 This set, featuring a fountain, large pool, small pool, altar, idol, statue, and healing goddess, comes complete with rules for each uniquely powerful artifact. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0905 $14.95 MAGE KNIGHT DUNGEONS: DRAGON'S GATE BOOSTER PACK The Dragon's Gate expansion adds four powerful new special abilities, 24 brand-new Heroes, and plenty of huge Mage Spawn all suitable for use with Mage Knight Dungeons and Mage Knight. Contents include four randomly inserted, prepainted, fully-assembled miniatures, four ID stickers, and a rules sheet. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 3 & 4) WIZ 0209 $6.95 O/A MAGE KNIGHT DUNGEONS: PYRAMID STARTER SET The Mage Knight Dungeons: Pyramid Starter Set contains eight randomly inserted, painted, and fully-assembled miniature figures, two Treasure Chests, 12 Tokens & Markers, 30" x 20" Dungeons Map, Rules & Special Abilities Card, ten I.D. Stickers, and two Dice. (CAUT: 3) WIZ 0103 $19.95 Z-MAN GAMES CARTOON ACTION HOUR: TRANSBOTS The second Series Book for the Cartoon Action Hour roleplaying game, Transbots features stats for both the benevolent Transbots and their evil adversaries, the dreaded Warbots! Also includes templates to create your own characters appropriate to this series, plus an episode guide to help jump-start your adventures in the Transbot universe. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) ZMG 6002 $16.95 KUNG FU SAMURAI ON GIANT ROBOT ISLAND The third in the B-Movie card game series, Kung Fu Samurai on Giant Robot Island is chop socky, Kurosawa, Kaiju, and anime all rolled up into one giant rice ball! Play as a stand-alone game, or mix the 120 cards with Grave Robbers from Outer Space and/or Cannibal Pygmies in the Jungle of Doom. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) ZMG 4002 $19.95 SHADOWFIST CCG: RED WEDDING This 128-card expansion to the Shadowfist CCG hits the streets as the wedding of the Ice Queen and Silver Jet takes place. Should anyone have any objections to this marriage, let him shoot now or forever hold their piece! NOTE: This item is sold to retailers in full displays. Please contact your retailer for availability. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) BOOSTER DISPLAY ZMG 2600-D $78.96 BOOSTER PACK ZMG 2600-S $3.29 VIDEOS SECTION ANIME 12 KINGDOMS VOLUME 1: SHADOW OF THE MOON, THE SEA OF SHADOW DVD From AnimeWorks! Upon being confronted by a mysterious blond stranger, Youko Nakajima is told of her destiny and along with two of her classmates, Sugimoto and Asano, is pulled away into another world! Thus begins Youko's perilous journey to the Kingdom of Kei on an epic road of espionage, terror, and betrayal. The Twelve Kingdoms is based on the fantasy novel series of the same name, written by Fuyumi Ono. Contains Shoku Episodes 1-5. Scheduled to ship in late summer 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $29.95 ALIEN NINE DVD From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the creators of Escaflowne and Excel Saga! Yuri is totally bummed. She just started 6th grade and has been elected to capture and eliminate the aliens that are constantly invading the school. Gross! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.99 ARGENTOSOMA VOLUME 4 DVD From Bandai Entertainment! Reborn from the ashes of Takuto's soul, Ryu Soma joins the military organization, Funeral, to help stave off the threat of the attacking alien hordes, and bring a measure of peace to his troubled soul! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.98 ART OF FIGHTING DVD From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the director of Fatal Fury 2: The New Battle and Battle Angel Alita. The only witness to a mob hit, Ryo and Robert were in the wrong place at the wrong time. Since then, they've been shot at, run off the road, and nearly blown to pieces! But, the mob boss, Mr. Big, has kidnapped Ryo's sister, Yuri-now it's getting personal! Approximate running time: 46 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $19.99 AURA BATTLER DUNBINE VOLUME 1 DVD From A.D. Vision! From the creator of Gundam! After a tragic motocross accident, Sho Zama finds himself thrust into the alter-dimensional realm of Byston Well, a fantasy world populated with fierce dragons, heroic knights, and powerful robots known as Aura Battlers. Discovered to possess the powerful energy called 'Aura', Sho is drafted into the Byston Well conflict as an Arua Battler pilot! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 DVD w/Art Box 39.98 BANDIT KING JING VOLUME 1 DVD From A.D. Vision! Jing prides himself as the best darn bandit the world has ever seen. Paired with his pet albatross and companion, the lady-crazy Kir, the two travel across an imaginary world in search of new treasure to steal for their own. Bandit King Jing is available in two different editions: the single disc version, and a Collector's Edition featuring Volume One, and a Custom Art Box. Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 DVD w/Art Box 39.98 BANNER OF THE STARS II VOLUME 1 DVD From Bandai Entertainment! After several successful military engagements, the Abh begin a systematic reclamation of isolated worlds, leading back in the direction of Jinto's homeworld, Hyde. The new Barsroil runs into trouble, though, when Lafiel and Jinto are declared governors of a prison planet that is on the brink of collapse. With a large remnant of the United Mankind fleet on the way, the two must find a way to resolve the growing conflict and end the crisis! Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.98 BATTLE ARENA TOSHINDEN UNCUT DVD From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the Director of Fatal Fury: The Motion Picture, Detonator Orgun, and Bubblegum Crisis. Once a year, the greatest warriors in the world compete at the famous Toshin Tournament. Master swordsman Eiji Shindo has returned to test his skill with the blade once more. But if he loses, he and his friends will die! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 BEYBLADE VOLUME 4 From Pioneer Entertainment! The Asian Beyblade Tournament comes to a head, resulting in a draw between the Blade Breakers and the White Tigers. Ray and his nemesis Lee face off in the nerve-wracking tie-breaking match. When old grudges resurface, the battle turns personal! Then, the surprise-packed adventure continues when the guys are sent to a remote mountain retreat that teaches them the value of good practice and true teamwork. Approximate running time: DVD-125 minutes / VHS - 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $19.98 VHS/DUBBED $9.98 BLUE SEED: BEYOND DVD From A.D. Vision! Momiji Fujimiya, Kusanagi, and the rest of the Terrestrial Administration Center (TAC) return to battle against the escalating threat of the Arigami in this OAV series continuing from the original Blue Seed saga. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $19.98 CITY HUNTER TV SEASON 1 COLLECTIONS 1 & 2 DVD BOX SETS From A.D. Vision! Meet Ryo Seaba: ladies' man, troubleshooter, and expert marksman. When you need more help than the police can provide, he's the solution. He's the City Hunter, and if he can't solve your problem, no one can. When calling the police just won't do, leave an "XYZ" message on the board at Shinjuku Station and the City Hunter will respond to your plea for help, especially if you happen to be a beautiful woman! Each boxed set collects 25 episodes, with an approximate running time of 650 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES COLLECTION 1 BOX SET-DVD $89.98 COLLECTION 2 BOX SET-DVD $89.98 DESCENDANTS OF DARKNESS: DEMON'S RECKONING DVD From U.S. Manga Corps.! A mad scientist stalks Tsuzuki, seeking to cage him and clone his supernatural powers. Trapped in the diabolical doctor's laboratory, Tsuzuki comes face to face with his oldest enemy, a vengeful immortal who has hunted him throughout his afterlife! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 DESCENDANTS OF DARKNESS COMPLETE DVD From U.S. Manga Corps.! Evil walks the earth, and only supernatural detective Tsuzuki can stop it! Tsuzuki takes on vampires and demons with style and skill, but his afterlife has been haunted by the specter of the evil Dr. Muraki, a heartless immortal serial killer. Can Tsuzuki's brash and beautiful new partner help him defeat the villainous Dr. Muraki before he kills again? Contains episodes 1-13. Approximate running time: 325 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $99.99 DRAGONBALL: PICCOLO JR. VOLUME 1 DVD SET From FUNimation Productions, Ltd.! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $39.95 EDEN'S BOWY 2: HOT PURSUIT DVD From A.D. Vision! Yorn and his friends battle the enemy, the elements, and their own empty bellies in their quest to save the earth from the twin terrors of Yanuess and Yulgaha. What enemies lurk beneath the sea? What horrors haunt the desert cathedral? And what happens when an assassin tempts the God Hunter toward Eden? Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 FIST OF THE NORTH STAR VOLUMES 3 & 4 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 July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES VOL. 3-DVD $24.95 VOL. 4-DVD $24.95 FULL METAL PANIC MISSION 02 DVD From A.D. Vision! On the surface, Kaname Chidori appears to be a normal, popular high school student. Unbeknownst to her, a group of terrorists believe she possesses the special powers of "The Whispered," and they're out to kidnap her. Enter Sousuke Sagara, a young, hotshot agent from the stealth anti-terrorist organization Mithril. Will he be able to protect Kaname without her finding out what's really going on? Or will he just drive her crazy as he tries to fit in as her awkward, gung-ho, war-crazed classmate? Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 GENMA WARS VOLUME 3: TRIBAL SKIRMISH DVD From AnimeWorks! The twins gather the people of the Mah for a great revolt against the demon lord, resulting in an epic battle that rends time and space as Jin, Loof, and Dar are blown far into the past! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $14.95 HEAT GUY J VOLUME 1 DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! From the creators of the Escaflowne Movie comes a brand- new, action oriented cop drama! Android Jay was secretly built by the government as a special agent to combat crime in the oceanic city-nation of Judoh. Together with his partner, Daisuke Aurola, the most dangerous criminals will soon find themselves on the run from the underground legend known as the Heat Guy! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 DVD w/Art Box $39.98 HELLO KITTY'S PARADISE COMPLETE DVD From A.D. Vision! Follow the adventures of Hello Kitty, her best friend Mimmy, and their friends from school on this joyful take on childhood adventures. Approximate running time: 360 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $39.98 HIS AND HER CIRCUMSTANCES DVD 4: FORMULATION OF TRUTH AND SENTIMENT DVD Summer might be ending, but things between Arima and Yukino are just heating up! Arima's thinking about taking the relationship to the next level. But will Yukino feel the same way? And there's a new mystery man in school with some diabolical plans in store for Tsubaki! Approximate running time: 150 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. RES. from Previews V12 #12 (DEC024102) DVD $29.95 HYPER POLICE VOLUME 6 DVD From Image Entertainment! Blast into the future with five more exciting adventures from anime's most dazzling crime-fighting team, Natsuki and Sakura! Includes episodes "The Good Sunny Side of the Verandah," "Po's Depression," "Sakura Becomes Insane," "The Day of Catastrophe," and "Which Do You Like?" Approximate running time: 96 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $19.99 INITIAL D VOLUME 1 DVD From Tokyopop! In the shadow of Akina Mountain, street racers take on one of the most dangerous roads in the world. Among them, a Trueno AE86, 'The Ghost of Akina,' tears through the pass like a phantom no other car can touch. Behind the wheel is Takumi Fujiwara, a tofu delivery boy on his way to becoming the greatest street racer ever. But even with a natural talent honed simply through his love of racing, nothing could have prepared Takumi for the world of hardcore street racing! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $29.99 ISAKU DVDS 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 $24.95 VOL. 2-DVD $24.95 VOL. 3-DVD $24.95 BOX SET-DVD $59.95 ISAKU RESPECT DVDS 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 $24.95 VOL. 2-DVD $24.95 VOL. 3-DVD $24.95 BOX SET-DVD $59.95 INUYASHA VOLUMES 6 & 7 DVDS From Viz Video! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. VOL. 6—DEADLY LIASONS DVD RES. from Previews V13 #1 (FEB033387) (VIZ 0970-7) $24.98 VOL. 7—SECRETS OF THE PAST DVD (VIZ 0972-7) $24.98 JUNKERS COME HERE: THE MOVIE DVD From Bandai Entertainment! With the help of her "talking" dog, Junkers, a little girl copes with her divorcing parents in this 1994 feature-length children's animated movie. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.98 KAIDOHMARU DVD From Manga Entertainment! From Production IG, the studio famous for creating Jin-Roh and Blood the Last Vampire! Written by Nobutoshi Terado (Sakura Wars: The Movie) and based on an old Japanese myth the "Otogi-zoushi" set in the mystical Heian period, the story follows Kaidohmaru, one of 'the four knights' working under the general Minamoto-no-Raikoh risking their lives to protect the peace of the capital, Kyo. But, the renowned warrior harbors a secret: in truth, he is a "she"…Sakata-no-Kintoki…a girl raised as a boy, and trained to be a soldier! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $24.95 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 V12 #5 (MAY023595) DVD $29.98 K.O. BEAST VOLUME 1: PASSWORD TO TREASURE DVD From Right Stuf International! When Wan and his voracious appetite hook up with bossy little Mei-Mer and playboy Bud Mint, they won't let anything stand in their way to find all that glitters! Freeing his granddaughter Yuni from their mortal enemies, the Humans, Dr. Password hands the greedy little gang the key to the greatest treasure the world has ever known! Of course they have no idea what it is or where it is, but they're not about to let the Humans get their grubby hands on it first! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $24.95 LUPIN THE THIRD THE MOVIE: THE SECRET OF MAMO DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! The world-famous thief, Lupin the Third, has faked his death to pursue the most valuable treasure of all-eternal life! However, Fujiko, lured by the promise of eternal youth and beauty, hands the stone over to the mysterious mad scientist known as Mamo. When Lupin and the rest of his cohorts pursue Fujiko, they discover an island populated by famous figures from throughout history and a dark secret that threatens every nation on the planet. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.98 MAISON IKKOKU VOLUME 1 DVD BOX SET From Viz Video! Fall in love with Ranma ½ and InuYasha creator Rumiko Takahashi's beloved romantic comedy, Maison Ikkoku! When you're a poor college student who can barely pass his classes or make a decent living, and always have to fend off the nosiest neighbors in the shabbiest apartment ever, how are you supposed to win the woman of your dreams? Between romantic rivals, financial difficulties, and hilarious misunderstandings, will it ever work out? Each DVD set contains 12 bilingual episodes. Approximate running time: 300 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) BOX SET $49.98 MAMORO OSHII DVDS From Bandai Entertainment! Scheduled to ship in August 2003. KEREBEROS (PNE TBA012) $29.98 RED SPECTACLES (PNE TBA010) $29.98 TALKING HEADS (PNE TBA011) $29.98 TRILOGY COLLECTION (PNE TBA009) $79.98 MASTER KEATON: EXCAVATION II DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! Keaton begins his adventures at an archeological dig in England where an old friend uses the techniques her mother used to fight Nazis in WWII to save an ancient burial site. Next, he returns home to Japan for a quiet vacation with his daughter, but his father arrives along with a heat wave! Then it's back to Europe to tackle kidnappers in England, old ladies on German trains, and a murder case involving the famous detective, Charlie Chapman. Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.98 MEDABOTS VOLUME 10: WORLD-CLASS MEDABOTS From A.D. Vision! The World Robattle Tournament has finally arrived! It's time for Ikki, Koji, and Space Medafighter X to step up and prove that the medafighters of Japan are second to none. Are Ikki and Koji up to the challenge? And will Space Medafighter X ever show up for a match? Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD/DUBBED $19.98 VHS/DUBBED $14.98 MOONLIGHT LADY DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL DVD $29.95 NIGHTMARE CAMPUS VOLUME 3 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 5: PSYCHIC CIRCUS DVD From Viz Video! The ARMS boys have returned to Aisora City, but "back to normal" their lives are not. As Ryo, Takeshi, and Hayato try to come to grips with their devastating experience at Abumisawa, they face a new set of challenges. Approximate running time: 98 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD $24.98 RAHXEPHON VOLUME 4: DISSONANCE DVD From A.D. Vision! An extraordinary mystery unfolds as Ayato confronts a world he has never known, and begins to learn the horrifying secrets of RahXephon, a humanoid super weapon only he can control. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 RANMA ½ RANMA FOREVER VOLUME 7: BRING IT ON DVD From Viz Video! Approximate running time: 78 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $24.98 REIGN VOLUME 4: DESTRUCTION DVD From Tokyopop! Alexander's unification of Persia and Macedonia is complete. Impatient, to continue his campaign, he marches into India despite Aristotle's warnings of a trap awaiting him. The stabilizing Platohedron's collapse is a sign of things to come as the spirits of Alexander's slain enemies rise up to confront their killer. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.99 REVOLUTIONARY GIRL UTENA: TEMPTATION DVD From Software Sculptures! A new duelist has appeared, a man who may steal Utena's championship status, and the heart of her friend Shiori. Swords clash and secret passions are revealed as Utena struggles to defend her title, and save Shiori from herself. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.99 RUNE SOLDIER VOLUME 3: A TRUE CHAMPION? DVD From A.D. Vision! Demented demons, carnivorous camellias, and petulant priestesses - it's all in a day's work for the heroes of Rune Soldier! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 SAILOR MOON SEASON 1 UNCUT DVD BOX SET From A.D. Vision! Presenting the first season of the international hit anime series Sailor Moon in its original, uncut, and totally uncensored Japanese form! All 46 original episodes are featured in this special DVD set, collecting over 17 hours of sensational Sailor Moon excitement! Never before available in North America, this is one of anime's most requested DVD releases. Sailor Moon: Season 1 Uncut contains material and situations that may not be suitable for younger audiences, including nudity and sexual content. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES BOX SET-DVD/SUBTITLED $149.98 SAIYUKI VOLUME 3: CONFRONTING THEIR DEMONS DVD From A.D. Vision! The Sanzo Party heads further into the thick of the demon plague terrorizing the Earth, and dangers threaten them every step of the way. And no matter how far west they go, the group's past is always one step behind! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 SAKURA WARS TV VOLUME 2: OVERTURE DVD From A.D. Vision! The Imperial Flower Combat Troop gains two new members: Kouran the Brain and Kanna the Brawn. But the Evil Darkness has gained new members too: Setsuna the Imp and his trusty companion Resatsu the Lumbering Brute! To make matters worse, the printing shop has delivered the programs for the Gala Premiere and they're full of spelling errors! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 SCHOOL OF DARKNESS DVDS 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 $24.95 VOL. 2-DVD $24.95 VOL. 3-DVD $24.95 BOX SET-DVD $59.95 SPACE PIRATE MITO VOLUME 4: LIKE MOTHER, LIKE SON DVD From AnimeWorks! The great battle between Mito and Ranban began long ago, when they were both heirs to the galactic royal family. With Ranban and Mito fighting overhead, Aoi finds that this royal instability is about to affect him personally! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $14.95 SUGAR VOLUME 3: THE BEAR PIANIST DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! For the first time in a long while, a theater troupe visits Saga's town. When Saga has trouble explaining what a Play is, Sugar, Salt, and Pepper decide to investigate. Meanwhile, everyone in town is excited about the play, "The Bear Pianist," and when the beautiful sounds of the piano start the play, the curtain opens on surprise after surprise! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. DVD $29.98 SUPER DUPER SUMOS VOLUME 5: SUMO SQUEEZE-O From A.D. Vision! Ms. Mister has set her sights on canceling Christmas. If the sumos fail to stop killer nutcrackers and monster Christmas trees, Santa may put everyone on the naughty list forever! Then, Booma, Mamoo, and Kimo take a crash course in fashion to foil the latest Bad Inc. monster: a super hip robot that is so bad, he's cool. Plus, Kimo has his tee time canceled when Bad Inc. creates an army of mindless adolescent zombies. Approximate running time: 95 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD/DUBBED $14.98 VHS/DUBBED $12.98 TROUBLE CHOCOLATE VOLUME 5 DVD From Viz Video! Approximate running time: 104 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $24.98 VANILLA SERIES DARK DVD SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION. (CAUT: 3 & 4) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, or the U.K. ADULT MATERIAL RES. from Previews V.12 #12 (DEC024065) DVD $24.95 VENUS FIVE 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 VIRTUA FIGHTER ROUND TWO DVD COLLECTION From AnimeWorks! Legends speak of a great constellation of stars, only visible to those who possess true strength. Having lost his ability to see those stars, Akira walks the earth in search of answers. The Koenkan has kidnapped Sara, but Akira, Jacky, and Pai are on their trail. To save Sara and his friends, Akira will have to face off against the leader of the Koenkan and the mysterious ultimate fighter, Dural. Approximate running time: 625 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $39.95 WEATHERING CONTINENT DVD From AnimeWorks! Long before the roots of history, there was a magnificent Continent in the Atlantic torn by generations of wars, its people stricken by natural disasters and starvation. Tieh, Lakushi, and Bois are three wanderers in this bleak world, looking only to survive and preserve what they can of their humanity. The three will fight for their one goal, to live another day on this barren Continent. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.95 WILD ARMS VOLUME 5: SHEYENNE'S LAST STAND DVD From A.D. Vision! Sheyenne hasn't found his body yet, but he's found Laila. The trouble is she's in the hands of an evil cult who thinks she's the reincarnation of a goddess! To make matters worse, someone's posted a huge reward for Sheyenne, Kiel, and Issac. Is five million gala enough to make the girls turn on them? Plots are unraveled, justice is paid, and everyone gets their just rewards in the final action packed volume of Wild Arms! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 X TV SERIES VOLUME 6: SIX DVD From Pioneer Entertainment! After Fuma, the second "Kamui," joins the Dragons of Earth, the attack on Tokyo turns even more brutal. Half-blinded in battle with Fuma, Subaru nevertheless faces off against Seishiro. But for these two, this battle will bring everything in their past to a feverish finale! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 YAMAMOTO YOHKO STARSHIP GIRL DVD NEW EDITION From Right Stuf International! Newly packaged with a new low price! A thousand years from now, the great battles between civilizations have been reduced to the shoulders of a handful of chosen champions. Terra team has had it tough lately. Even with technically superior ships, and despite concerted efforts to recruit girls from the past, the team simply keeps losing against their rivals, The Red Snappers! Now they desperately need someone special-someone powerful, capable, and who possesses a killer instinct. A pilot of extraordinary skill to crew the new model ship. They need ...Yamamoto Yohko! Contains all six OVA episodes! Approximate running time: 180 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. DVD $19.98 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST: THE MOTION PICTURE DVD From A.D. Vision! The hard-working men and women of the Bokuto Traffic Corps are back on the scene, but this time they've got more to worry about than everyday traffic violations! During a routine arrest, they recover a secret document with step-by-step instructions to terrorists on how to wipe Tokyo off the map! Can Miyuki and Natsume rally their fellow officers in time to save themselves and the city? Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 YOU'RE UNDER ARREST TV DVDS From AnimEigo! From the creator of the hit series Oh, My Goddess! comes this high- speed dramatic comedy series! Miyuki is a down-to-business cop with a passion for her job and a mechanical streak. Natsumi is a cop with a penchant for tooling around on a moped at unsafe speeds. And together, they are Bokutoo Precinct's newest pair of partners on patrol! Each DVD has an approximate running time of 100 minutes. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) VOL. 4-DVD $24.95 VOL. 5-DVD $24.95 VOL. 6-DVD $24.95 BOX SET-DVD (x4) $79.95 YU-GI-OH VOLUME 11 From FUNimation Productions, Ltd.! Meet Yugi, and his best buds, Joey, Tristan, and Téa. They share a love for the newest game that's sweeping the nation: Duel Monsters! Solving an ancient Egyptian puzzle granted to him by his grandfather, Yugi uncovers the "Game King." Now this duo has become the ultimate dueling force in Duel Monsters! Approximate running time: 60 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $19.95 VHS/DUBBED $14.95 YU YU HAKUSHO DARK TOURNAMENT VOLUMES 15 & 16 From FUNimation Productions, Ltd.! Approximate running time: 62 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. VOL. 15-DVD/UNCUT $24.95 VOL. 15-VHS/UNCUT/DUBBED $19.95 VOL. 16-DVD/UNCUT $24.95 VOL. 16-VHS/UNCUT/DUBBED $19.95 ZONE OF ENDERS DOLORES VOLUME 5: ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE DVD From A.D. Vision! Get ready for action as the war for Mars rears its ugly head. James Links is finding it no easier to keep his friends than it is to evade his enemies. And tearful reunions and departures bring the Links family closer to their ultimate fate. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 ANIME 101 DVD PROGRAM FROM CENTRAL PARK MEDIA A WIND NAMED AMNESIA DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From Yoshiaki Kawajiri, the director of Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust and Ninja Scroll! An amnesia plague has struck the planet, and a lone wanderer seeks to make sense of a world gone mad. Approximate running time: 80 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 DETONATOR ORGUN DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the director of Fatal Fury: The Motion Picture. A teenager's psychic link with a rogue android is humanity's only weapon against invading aliens! Approximate running time: 159 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $19.99 DOMINION TANK POLICE DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the creator of Ghost in the Shell! The crooks are armed, and the police are under-funded. The difference here is that it's 2010 AD, and the last line of defense is the Tank Police! Meet the law enforcement of the future, who put the "terror" back in "interrogation!" Approximate running time: 160 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $19.99 GUARDIAN OF DARKNESS- TAKEGAMI: WAR GOD DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the creators of Fatal Fury: The Motion Picture and Wrath of the Ninja. A robotic hero is born to save the Earth from the dragons that plague it. Approximate running time: 130 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 VIRGIN FLEET DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From Ohji Hiroi, creator of Sakura Wars and Legend of Himiko. Schoolwork is rough and the competition is brutal. Luckily, cadets are trained in the use of "Virgin Energy," serious blasting power useful for playing pranks, scuffling with the boys, and blowing enemy war plays out of the sky! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 WRATH OF THE NINJA DVD ANIME 101 EDITION From U.S. Manga Corps.! From the director of Gestalt and the producer of Ninja Scroll. Three renegade ninjas unite their mystical weapons to end a supernatural tyrant's reign of terror. Approximate running time: 87 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.99 ASIAN CINEMA BEAUTIFUL WEAPON DVD From Asia Pulp Cinema! A blind but beautiful assassin lures her prey into a deadly trap, and none have lived to escape her murderous kiss. But now she knows too much, and a criminal mastermind has hired a killer to silence her forever. Sparks fly, and the two assassins find themselves locked in a forbidden embrace. One will live, and one will die! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.99 LONE WOLF AND CUB: BABY CART AT THE RIVER STYX DVD From AnimEigo! The Evil Yagyu Retsudo sets a band of deadly female Ninja on Ogami's trail. Meanwhile, Ogami must kill a traitor who seeks to sell a Clan's secrets to the Shogun-a traitor guarded by three men known as "The Gods of Death!" Approximate running time: 81 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD/SUBTITLED $29.95 LONE WOLF AND CUB: SWORD OF VENGEANCE DVD From AnimEigo! Betrayed by Yagyu, Ogami Itto and his son begin their bloody journey towards revenge. Their first commission: to save the life of a daimyo and kill the traitors that plot his death. Approximate running time: 83 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) DVD/SUBTITLED $29.95 VERSUS DVDS From Tokyo Shock! Deep within the mysterious Forest of Resurrection, a spectacular battle between good and evil has endured since the dawn of time. When Prisoner KSC2- 303 escapes from a maximum security facility, he finds himself a pawn in an endless struggle played out across multiple temporal planes of existence! His opponent: a mysterious man who seemingly cannot be killed. The battle to be waged: Good versus Evil in the pursuit of a beautiful woman who holds the key to eternal life! The Special Edition version features all the excitement of Versus, plus another disk packed with even more extras including featurettes, documentaries, interviews, theatrical trailers, and "Nervous," the side-story mini-movie! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DIRECTOR'S CUT-DVD $24.95 EDITED EDITION-DVD $19.95 SPECIAL EDITION-DVD $34.95 YOKAI MONSTERS VOLUME 2: ONE HUNDRED MONSTERS DVD From A.D. Vision! The second of a trio of classic 1960s Japanese live-action monster movies from Daiei Studios, boasting dozens of uniquely Japanese monsters, demons, and ghosts, many rooted from Japanese mythology. Expect ample rubber-suit adventure, with old-school voiceovers and plenty of pyrotechnics. Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD/SUBTITLED $19.98 ZATOICHI MEETS YOJIMBO DVD From AnimEigo! Katsu Shintaro teams up with uber-samurai Mifune Toshiro in a truly hilarious installment in the series. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DVD/SUBTITLED $29.95 ANIMATION BEAST WARS SEASON ONE DVD BOX SET From Rhino Home Video! Prepare for the next evolution of Transformers! Upon crashing on a mysterious world ripe with the powerful substance, Energon, the Maximals, led by Optimus Primal, and the evil Predacons battle for control of this rare, life-sustaining energy source! All 26 first season episodes from this CGI-powered series are collected. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $59.95 BATTLE OF THE PLANETS DVD BOX SET WITH ACTION FIGURE From Rhino Home Video! Evil aliens from the dying planet Spectra attempt to capture the Earth and its interstellar allies to plunder their natural resources. Who can stand in their way? Only "G-Force." A team of five, incredible, cerebrionic-enhanced teenaged orphans who have pledged their lives to stop The Spirit, Zoltar, and the forces of Spectra! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set w/Action Figure $59.95 FANTASY/SCI-FI AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS DVD From A.D. Vision! In this 1989 epic mini-series based on Jules Verne's novel, Englishman Phileas Fogg (Pierce Brosnan) prides himself on being like clockwork. Fogg is so confident of his ability to beat the clock that he bets a small fortune with members of the Reform Club that he can circle the globe in 80 days! Features cameos and guest appearances by Robert Wagner, Lee Remick, John Hillerman, Roddy McDowall, Christopher Lee, and more! Approximate running time: 270 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $29.98 FARSCAPE VOLUME SEASON 3 COLLECTION 3 DVD From A.D. Vision! Escape through uncharted territories in this 2-disc set collecting four complete episodes of Season 3 from Sci-Fi Channel's far-flung, far-out Farscape! Episodes featured are "Relativity," "Incubator," "Meltdown," and "Scratch 'N Sniff." Approximate running time: 200 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $39.98 FEMALE ANIMAL 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 GENE RODDENBERRY'S ANDROMEDA SEASON 2 COLLECTION 3 DVD From A.D. Vision! Captain Dylan Hunt and the crew of the Andromeda Ascendant continue their mission to rebuild the Systems Commonwealth and bringing peace to the universe. But to do so, they will have to contend with a vicious onslaught of foes, like the bloodthirsty Magog, the deadly Nietzcheans, and the homocidal Genites. Making matters worse, Hunt has been infested with Magog larvae, making the heroic crew's mission more dire than ever. Approximate running time: 250 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $39.98 LUSTFUL ADDICTION 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 RAMPAGE DVD From Guilty Pleasures! Upon returning from a covert assassination of a Colombian drug lord, Agent Steve Stone and his brother, Sergeant Jim Stone, find themselves confronted with the drug cartel's explosive obsession with avenging the drug lord's death. When the terrorists kidnap Agent Stone's fiancé, Detective Franklin joins Sgt. Stone to form a fearsome two-man army to fight firepower with firepower! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $14.95 SUPERCAR THE COMPLETE SERIES DVD BOX SET From Rhino Home Video! Two brilliant scientists. One heroic pilot. And an extraordinary vehicle called Supercar! All 39 episodes of Gerry Anderson's first fully-developed 1960- 61 Supermarionation series, Supercar, are collected in this DVD set, digitally remastered, restored, and presented in the original broadcast order. That's over 16 hours of stupendous Supercar action! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $99.95 TERMINATOR 2 EXTREME DVD From Artisan Home Entertainment! Wrapped within a collectible metal sculpture- embossed package, this special edition version of director James Cameron's adrenaline- pumping sequel to Terminator, digitally mastered from a brand-new 1080P, 24SF high- definition digital telecine transfer for superior video and audio quality, features 16- minutes of additional scenes never-before-seen in theaters. Additional bonus material featured in this 2-disc DVD offering include new "making of" featurettes, documentaries, graphic commentary, and more! Approximate running time: 154 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $29.98 FROM THE BOX OFFICE DAREDEVIL THE MOVIE From Fox Home Video! Blinded at a young age by a freak accident, his remaining senses secretly enhanced and gifted with an amazing "radar" sense, Matt Murdock uses his powers to protect the innocent in New York City's Hell's Kitchen. Lawyer by day, relentless avenger of justice by night, in a world of perpetual darkness, he is Daredevil, the man without fear! Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner, Colin Farrell, and Michael Clarke Duncan star in this stylish, atmospheric feature-length adaptation of the Marvel comic super-hero icon written and directed by Mark Steven Johnson (Simon Birch). Approximate running time: 103 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July. (CAUT: 4) DVD/FULLSCREEN $29.98 DVD/WIDESCREEN $29.98 VHS $22.95 DIE ANOTHER DAY WIDESCREEN DVD From MGM Home Entertainment! James Bond (Pierce Brosnan) goes undercover with America's hottest agent (Halle Berry) to stop a diamond mogul with a catastrophic weapon in this sexy, adrenaline-pumping thrill-ride! Approximate running time: 132 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $29.98 HORROR BLOOD FEAST 2: ALL U CAN EAT DVD From Shriek Show! From the groundbreaking production team of H.G. Lewis and David Friedman, the maniacal masterminds responsible for Blood Feast and 2000 Maniacs, comes the most eagerly awaited sequel in the annals of splatter cinema! The cannibal caterer is back with a new recipe for gross-out, comedic carnage that literally blows chunks across the silver screen! Approximate running time: 98 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DIRECTOR'S CUT-DVD $24.95 EDITED EDITION-DVD $19.95 SPECIAL EDITION-DVD $34.95 DEMONS 3: THE OGRE DVD From Shriek Show! From director Lamberto Bava (Demons 1 & 2, Delirium)! Cheryl, a writer from America, goes on a holiday with her husband and young son to an ancient Italian villa. Unfortunately, she slowly and shockingly begins to realize that an evil, demon-like creature that haunted her childhood nightmares is real and alive, inhabiting the dark, cavernous cellar of their old mansion! Approximate running time: 90 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $24.95 PLANKTON DVD From Shriek Show! Originally released as Creatures from the Abyss. Five bright young teenagers stumble across an abandoned yacht with a mysterious biology laboratory and terror ensues! Approximate running time: 86 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (CAUT: 4) MATURE AUDIENCES DVD $19.95 STAR TREK STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE SEASON 4 DVD BOX SET From Paramount Home Video! "The Way of the Warrior," "Little Green Men," "The Sword of Kahless," "Shattered Mirror," and "Broken Link" are a few of the featured episodes showcased in this 6-disc DVD set collecting all 26 fourth season episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $129.99 TUBE THE DEAD ZONE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON DVD SET From Trimark! Based on the characters and story from the best-selling novel by Stephen King, The Dead Zone is a psychological thriller combining a rich mix of action, romance, and the paranormal with a continuing quest for justice starring Anthony Michael Hall, Nicole DeBoer, Chris Bruno, and David Ogden Stiers. This 4-disc set contains all 13 episodes of first season of the USA Network hit series, including special documentaries, cast interviews, and creator commentary, plus an exclusive mail-in offer for a never- before-seen 2-hour pilot! Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $79.95 HOMICIDE: LIFE ON THE STREET COMPLETE SEASONS 1 & 2 DVD SET From A&E Home Video! Inspired by David Simon's Edgar Award-winning account of Baltimore homicide detectives and brought to television by writer Paul Attansio and director Barry Levinson, Homicide boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast featuring Ned Beatty, Yaphet Kotto, Richard Belzer, and breakout star Andre Braugher. Now, this Emmy and Peabody Award winner debuts on DVD with this collector's set featuring all 13 episodes from the first two seasons of Homicide: Life on the Street. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) Box Set $69.95 THE INCREDIBLE HULK ORIGINAL TELEVISION PREMIER DVD From Universal Studios! "Don't make me angry. You wouldn't like me when I'm angry." With those immortal words, a new televised epic began as viewers were riveted to the weekly dramatic exploits of Dr. David Banner (Bill Bixby), victim of a gamma radiation experiment gone awry, in his quest to rid himself of the raging beast within him…the Incredible Hulk (Lou Ferrigno)! This DVD features the original two-hour 1977 pilot episode, including a bonus episode, "Married," and sneak peeks behind the magic of The Hulk feature film. Approximate running time: 180 minutes. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. DVD $19.98 MUTANT X SEASON 1 VOLUME 2 DVD From A.D. Vision! Led by the brilliant and mysterious Adam, the young heroes of Mutant X are on a mission to protect their fellow mutants-people possessing extraordinary powers and abilities that set them apart from the rest of humanity-from the deadly plans of the evil corporation Genomex and its Genetic Security Agency. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. DVD $24.98 AUDIO ALL-PURPOSE CULTURAL CAT GIRL NUKU NUKU SOUNDPHASE 4 CD From A.D. Vision! This CD soundtrack for All-Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku features music composed by Hiroki Otomo, Kenichi Fujita, and Hiroshi Matsuda, with additional compositions by Junichi Kawauchi. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. CD $14.98 CHOBITS ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! Following the immensely popular Chobits anime and manga series, comes the equally popular and anticipated Chobits Original Soundtrack 001, featuring 12 great tracks, including the memorable, bouncy opening song, "Let Me Be with You" by Nino Tanaka. Approximate running time: 38 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. (STAR17973) CD $14.98 HAIBANE RENMEI SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! Featuring 19 tracks of thoughtful, ethereal melodies from the fan-popular Haibane Renmei anime series, this soundtrack, available for the first time in North America, comes packaged with a CD booklet containing an interview with composer Yuki Otani and a vocalist profile. Approximate running time: 52 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. CD $14.98 HELLSING ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! The Hellsing Soundtrack Volume 1 embodies the gritty gothic atmosphere of the hit anime series, delivering 20 tracks of the coolest, high-gear frenzy garage band sounds and edgy instrumental cuts ever heard on an anime CD. Available for the first time as a domestic anime CD release, this release also features the popular English language ending song "Shine" by Mr. Big! Approximate running time: 50 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. CD $14.98 LAIN SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! Featuring eclectic, haunting instrumentals with an underscoring of techno, this soundtrack by Nakaido "Chabo" Reichi is a must-have for all fans of the Serial Experiments Lain series! Available for the first time as a domestic CD release, the CD booklet also contains comments by Lain's producer Ueda Yasuyuki translated into English! Approximate running time: 63 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. CD $14.98 MAHOROMATIC - AUTOMATIC MAIDEN SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! This Mahoromatic soundtrack features 27 tracks, as well as 5 bonus tracks, including both the vocal and karaoke versions of the opening song, "On the Way Home," and the catchy closing song, "Mahoro de mambo!" Features a CD booklet which includes bonus commentary from Music Composer Toshiro Masuda translated into English! Approximate running time: 61 minutes. Scheduled to ship in August 2003. CD $14.98 O/A THE MATRIX: RELOADED THE ALBUM 2-DISC CD From Rhino Audio! The Matrix Reloaded CD soundtrack boasts all-new recordings from Rob Zombie, Deftones, Rob Dougan, and Marilyn Manson, as well as today's heaviest acts, including Linkin Park, P.O.D., electronika superstar Paul Oakenfold, and rock favorite the Dave Matthews Band. This double-disc set also includes access to an exclusive Matrix Reloaded film trailer, an Animatrix extended preview, a behind-the- scenes view of the making of the Enter the Matrix video game, and more. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. (CAUT: 4) CD $19.98 NINJA RESURRECTION ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD From Right Stuf International! From renowned composer Masamichi Amano (SiN: the Movie, Giant Robo, Urotsukidoji) comes the original soundtrack to Ninja Resurrection! Performed by the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by Masamichi Amano himself, this wonderful soundtrack contains 16 tracks of hauntingly powerful melodies that will tear at your soul! Approximate running time: 58 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. CD $14.98 ONIMUSHA 2 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK CD From A.D. Vision! This CD offering showcases orchestral compositions by Taro Iwashiro, Hideki Okugawa, and Toshihiko Horiyama for the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning video game Onimusha: Warlords and the second epic quest in Capcom's classic samurai adventure series. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. CD $14.98 PATLABOR THE MOVIE 3: WXIII SOUNDTRACK CD From Pioneer Entertainment! Moody, evocative, frantic and fantastic, this special soundtrack contains 17 tracks of composer Kenji Kawai's masterful instrumental renderings that enriched the atmosphere of critically acclaimed Patlabor WXIII Movie. Approximate running time: 46 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. CD $14.98 SUPER ATRAGON: METAL PULSE EDITION CD From A.D. Vision! The Super Atragon Metal Pulse Edition CD features a selection of music tracks composed, arranged, and conducted by Masamichi Amano, as performed by the Warsaw Philharmonic and the Versailles Orchestra. Scheduled to ship in June 2003. NOTE: This item may be available in retail locations before shipping to specialty market accounts. CD $14.98 YOKO ISHIDA CD From Pioneer Entertainment! The ever-popular singing diva Yoko Ishida is back with her latest album, "Sweets," featuring 11 all-new tracks, including songs from hit anime series Ai Yori Aoshi, Tiny Fairy Sugar, Pretear, and more! Already known to anime fans for her incredible performances in her mega-popular dance-craze Para-Para CD series, Yoko's talented singing voice is a true listening pleasure and this along-awaited release will delight anime fans! Approximate running time: 52 minutes. Scheduled to ship in July 2003. CD $14.98 YUKI KAJIURA From Pioneer Entertainment! From Yuki Kajiura, the music artist who created the unforgettable music to the smash hit anime series Noir and .hack//SIGN, comes "Fiction," her latest and most unique CD release ever. This special CD soundtrack is being released in the United States even before its release in Japan, featuring three tracks from Noir and three tracks from .hack//SIGN all sung in English, a medley song from the anime series Aquarian Age, and other brand new songs! Scheduled to ship in July 2003. 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