AAA MILWAUKEE PUBLISHING

ARSENIC LULLABIES VOLUME 2 #1
by Douglas Paszkiewicz
This book is the pinnacle of dark humor. That means it's not for everyone. If you can laugh at a fetus dressing up as a teddy bear, a baby getting 1,000 brain transplants, or a tooth fairy who helps a dad become more abusive so he'll knock out his kid's teeth (so Toothy doesn't have to wait for them to fall out naturally), then you may never find a more perfect series to get started on!
b&w, 24pg $2.50

AAA POP COMICS

THE MADMAN PICTURE EXHIBITION #3
by Various
The Madman 10-Year Anniversary is in full party mode with this third issue of art collecting the greatest gathering of talent on a single project ever! This issue features the "Legendary" skills of artists like Art Adams, Mike Mignola, Geof Darrow, Dave Gibbons, and Gary Gianni, as well as Image founders Todd McFarlane, Erik Larson, Jim Lee, Mark Silvestri, and Jim Valentino. You'll swoon to the sexy stylings of Adam Hughes, Chris Bachalo, Dan Brereton, Kent Williams, Tony Harris, Michael Avon Oeming, Dave Johnson, and many many more! This baby is packed with powerful pugilistic power! So much so that you'll want to rip out the staples, cut it apart and run down to the frame shop. It's the Louvre of comic book art!
FC, 32pg $3.95

AARDVARK VANAHEIM

CEREBUS #279
by Dave Sim & Gerhard
LATTER DAYS: Part 14 (of 35) "Pretty Flowers, Pretty Sunsets"-Wait a minute! Wait a minute! An issue of Cerebus titled "Pretty Flowers, Pretty Sunsets"?! I haven't even read it yet and I already want my money back! Includes Part Three of Sim's essay, "Islam, My Islam." The countdown to issue 300 (March, 2004) continues... t-minus 21 and counting!
b&w, 24pg $2.25

ABIOGENESIS PRESS

STRANGEHAVEN #14
by Gary Spencer Millidge
More extraordinary events occur in the mysterious village of Strangehaven! Police Sergeant Clarke makes a breakthrough in his investigation into Suzie's disappearance, while Alex receives a surprise invitation to join a certain clandestine society and there's an unlikely seduction in store for George. Plus, the usual assorted features, readers' letters and another fully painted cover by Millidge.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

ABSENCE OF INK COMIC PRESS

THE CASTAWAYS
by Pablo Callejo & Rob Vollmar
Hot on the heels of its critically-acclaimed run in the AOI Theater, here comes the Castaways, a graphic novella cut from the fabric of America itself! Follow the adventures of young Tucker Freeman as he hops a train, armed only with fifteen cents and his natural wits, to find his place in the broken country of America during the Great Depression... before the young, poor, and homeless consume him. In addition to the 48-page story, this edition also includes five new art plates from artist Pablo G. Gallejo, preparatory sketch work, and an epilogue from writer/co-creator Rob Vollmar.
b&w, 56pg $5.95

FORLORN FUNNIES #1
by Paul Hornschemeier
An abusive cowboy to a literate dinosaur to a heartbroken teenager to a has-been TV character running from cancellation... an endless stream of segues from one seemingly un-segue-able narrative to the next - this is Forlorn Funnies. Moving from his formal experimentation-laden, sharply-designed and critically-acclaimed series, Sequential, Paul Hornschemeier begins this full-color, quarterly series without reserve: seven distinct and separate narratives flow into and out of one another seamlessly, creating the sensation of an anthology written by Siamese quintuplets!
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg $3.95

ABSTRACT STUDIO

STRANGERS IN PARADISE #51
by Terry Moore
Two hikers have discovered Veronica's dismembered body and now the FBI is pressing Katchoo for information about her deadly stepsister, Tambi. The Amazon blonde is a cool, calculating killer who has managed to stay one step ahead of everybody, including the FBI, but how much longer can she keep it up? Meanwhile, behind closed doors, Francine has a passionate evening of hot romance... but we're not going to spoil the surprise and tell you who with - you'll have to read this issue yourself to find out!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

AC COMICS

FEMFORCE #116
Alizarin Crimson is back with a vengeance! Cloaked as Femforce team leader, MS. Victory, Crimson enters Nightveil's Everglades sanctum to steal the all powerful Prima Gem! Story & inks by Bill Black. Art by Eric Coile. After the encounter with Crimson, Nightveil and She-Cat. find a clammy menace from beneath the sea that turns Spring Break in South Beach into a blood bath of horror! It's "The Curse of the Kraken!" and this unholy creature fights Femforce with a squad of topless dancers! Art and story by Scott Nemmers. Plus: photos of Maria Savarese as Femforce bad girl at Megacon!
FC, 44pg $5.95

WESTERN MOVIE HERO #3
John Ford's Western film classic, Rio Grande, starring John Wayne, is spotlighted with text and photos including behind the scenes planning. The Duke is also featured in "The Panther Man!" (by Al Williamson), a thrilling comic book adventure from his 1950's series. Western thrills continue with Monte Hale who faces the deadly Minstrel Man who has composed a "Song of Death!" for the tall Texan. The smoking six-shooter in his hand made the finger of guilt point right at Rocky Lane after a ride on "The Stage-coach of Doom" (by Ralph Carlson)! Big John Wayne returns to face "Ghost Guns" in a second adventure by Myron Fass. Color photo cover of John Wayne!
FC, 44pg $5.95

AC COLOR 20TH ANNIVERSARY PACK #1
In 1982, AC Comics was one of the first four companies to pioneer the color independent comics market. With 2002 marking their 20th anniversary, AC is offering this great full-color blast from the past, celebrating the early books and characters that made this company great. You'll one copy each of AC Special #1, Black Diamond #5, Sentinels of Justice #6, Venture #3, and Captain Paragon #2, bagged together as a set! The artistic lineup includes Erik Larsen, Mark Propst, Willie Blyberg and Paul Gulacy. Rare, unseen treasures for today's comic readers.
Pack (x5), FC $20.00

GOLDEN AGE EXTRAVAGANZA SPECIAL PACK #1
A Golden Age fan's dream pack! Classic superheroes, adventure, and good girl art to the tune of 17 beautiful, full-story reprints starring: The Phantom Lady, The Flame, Commando Yank, Captain Flash, The Phantom Falcon, Golden Lad,Ghost Rider, The Avenger, Thun'da and Wild Bill Pecos. With art by Matt Baker, Bob Powell, Lou Fine, Mort Meskin, Dick Ayers, Syd Shores and more. Plus: three contemporary stories featuring The Femforce! Pack includes one copy each of AC Annual #1, Good Girl Art Quarterly #2, and Golden Age Men of Mystery #3 & #4, bagged together as a set.
Pack (x4), b&w $22.00

ACG COMICS

BEYOND SPACE II TP
Another solid collection of Science Fiction stories spanning over 50 years, including such great artists as Wally Wood, Steve Ditko, and a host of others. A must for the Sci-fi collector!
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $10.95

MEN OF THUNDER: THE HERO COLLECTION TP
ACG proudly presents their special collection of classic 60s super-heroes, including the origins of Magicman and Nemesis by Pete Costanza; Mark Midnight by Steve Ditko; and John Force by Paul Reinman.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $10.95

INVASION OF THE DUMB BLONDES #1
A collection of the most outrageous dumb blonde stories from the most politically incorrect comic ever produced, Dizzy Dames! You'll be shocked (or at least stunned) as you explore the stories of Moronica, Nellie No-Date, and others. Innocent perhaps in the fifties, this collection is not recommended for the eyes of "the girlfriend"! A very unique collection from the ACG archives!
b&w, 64pg $5.95

ACID COLORS

THE RAPTURE #2
by Matt Brown & Robert Ryan
Blazing through a lost territory, two desperate individuals seek safe haven from their former transgressions. But an entire religion has far to much to lose should they be allowed to reach the promised land. For if the young couple were to escape, the Hell to follow would be insurmountable. Bi-monthly.
MATURE READERS
FC, 24pg $2.75

ACTOR

THE HAUNTED #1 ACTOR EDITION
Chaos! Comics smash hit The Haunted #1 is re-covered by underground artist Jim Mahfood (Cosmic Toast, Clerks) on this special variant edition limited to only 750 copies - available only from ACTOR! Don't miss out, as supplies are extremely limited! All net proceeds from the sale of this edition will go ACTOR, the non-profit group that provides a financial safety net for old-time comic creators in need. Also available with a Jim Mahfood cover, signed-and-numbered by fan-favorite writer Peter David, limited to only 250 copies.
REGULAR-FC MSRP: $10.00
SIGNED-FC MSRP: $15.00

ACTOR AUCTION GUIDE WIZARD WORLD 2001
Own a piece of comic history! The 2001 Wizard World Chicago ACTOR art auction raised over $60,000 with art from the likes of Joe Madureira, George Perez, Frank Cho, Alex Ross, and more! This official auction guide features 28 black-and-white pages of killer comic art, all wrapped in a gorgeous Alex Ross Spider-Man/Venom Universe X cover! Also available in a very limited edition of 100 copies, signed-and-numbered by Alex Ross!
REGULAR-Catalog, b&w MSRP: $6.00
SIGNED-Catalog, b&w MSRP: $29.95

AIRSHIP ENTERTAINMENT

GIRL GENIUS #6
by Phil & K. Foglio, P. Foglio, & McNabb
The 40-page sixth issue of Phil and Kaja Foglio's "Olde-Fashioned Gaslamp Fantasy with Adventure, Romance and Mad Science!" In this issue, our heroine meets a hero and attends a tea party with the Generals of the Jägermonster army.
RES. from Previews Vol. XI #11 (NOV012508F)
FC, 40pg $3.95

GIRL GENIUS COLLECTION VOLUME 1
by Phil & K. Foglio, P. Foglio, Snoddy & McNabb
Adventure! Romance! Mad Science! Meet Agatha Clay, Transylvania Polygnostic University student with the drive to create... and the worst luck in the world! This collection reprints issues one through three of Phil & Kaja Foglio's "Gaslamp Fantasy" series, and includes eight pages of bonus color material - all in a large art-book format for better appreciation of Brian Snoddy's beautiful details!Also available in a limited number of hardcover editions. Get yours now!
SC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $10.00
HC, 8x11, 96pg, PC $25.00

AIT/PLANET LAR

BADLANDS: THE UNPRODUCED SCREENPLAY
by Steven Grant
Comic book author Steven Grant thinks comics are paper movies. Have you ever wondered what a film version of his award-winning Badlands might be like? Well, you can't head down to your local metroplex and buy a ticket just yet, but you can do the next best thing: pick up a copy of his unproduced Badlands screenplay. It's all here: the tale of intrigue, conspiracy, sex and murder... and the guy who really killed Kennedy... fashioned for the screen by the author himself. Cover by Brian Wood.
SC, 5x8, 152pg, b&w $9.95

ALEBRIJE PRESS

FRAYED ENDS #2
by Jason Brightman
LONG TIME IN COMING: Part 2-Bad things happen to everyone. Some of us merely cope, others exceed, and some create distractions. Paul continues to come to terms with his loss amidst floating televisions, right-to-carry-concealed-stick protestors, a mayor, a reverend, and an imaginary friend with a missing heart.
b&w, 24pg (2 of 4) $2.95

AMAZE INK/SLAVE LABOR GRAPHICS

Amaze Ink

PATTY CAKE & FRIENDS VOLUME 2 #6
by Scott Roberts
Patty-Cake and family go out to "The Cheese Ball" to hear Janinie-Jean, the folk-singing babysitter, perform. Jose and Keith plan a totally triumphant science fiction story using all the best cliches, and Irving goes to Susie McBee's tea party, where he gets an earful! (Not of tea...)
b&w, 48pg $4.95

Slave Labor Graphics

RANDY THE SKELETON TP
by Ian Carney & Aidan Potts
Randy the Skeleton is the ultimate hedonist, not even letting death get in the way of enjoying himself! Collecting the stories originally printed in Heavy Metal, Cheval Noir, Sputnik, and other places, Randy The Skeleton is a surreal, laugh-a-minute romp through modern life in the mythical town of Salford, all illustrated in a gothic, super-rendered style (some of these pages have to be seen to be believed!), including an 8-page full-color section. Also includes 36 pages of all-new material including the epic "Beyond Information!" From the writer of Sugar Buzz, Pants Ant, and Sugar Kat!
SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $12.95

SKELEBUNNIES #2
by Tommy Kovac
All-new adventures featuring those happy dead bunnies! Worshipped by the Devil Woobies and feared by the other forest animals, the Skelebunnies cause laughter, discomfort, and perplexity. Watch with foreboding as some little bears unwisely piss them off. Also, thrill to the Pretty Pretty Pony Macabre's surreal dreams, and pay attention to Satan's public service announcement. Once you've entered the weird wily world of the Skelebunnies, you'll never want to leave.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

CHARM SCHOOL #5: VAMPIRE DRAGSTER DEAN
by Elizabeth Watasin
Who's that knocking at Bunny's window? It's a dreamy night of serenades, by one sexy faerie, and heartfelt entreaties, by one contrite vampire. Dean tries to make up with her witch girlfriend, Bunny, but Fairer Than, the dark faerie, decides it's her chance to make a move and woo Dean's girl. Who's going to win - or break - Bunny's heart in this round? The battle for Bunny's love continues in "Hotroddin' to Hell and Back!"
MATURE READERS
b&w, 24pg $2.95

ANARCHY STUDIOS

VAMPI #20
by David Conway & Kevin Lau
SERPENT'S KISS: Part 2 (of 4)-There's a whole new kind of vampire running through Mexico, and Vampi finds out that there's more to them than meets the eye! Has she found long-lost family... or simply a new challenge to overcome? Regular cover by Kevin Lau, Limited Edition cover by John McCrea (Dicks, The Monarchy), limited to 1,500 copies.
REGULAR-FC, 32pg $2.99
LIMITED-FC, 32pg $9.95

XIN #1 LIMITED ASHCAN EDITION
by Jay Faerber & Kevin Lau
Pulled from the pages of Chinese Mythology, this limited ashcan previews pages by creator Kevin Lau and writer Jay Faerber. Limited to 1,500 copies.
FC, 16pg MSRP: $5.95

VAMPI PEWTER FIGURINE
Missed out on the highly-sought-after Vampi statue? Then don't miss your chance to get this beautiful 4 1/2" tall Vampi Pewter Figurine! Each piece is hand-cast in the finest grade of white metal pewter, and comes complete with display base and collector's box. Available in two versions: the unpainted Regular Chrome version (with Vampi holding a sword), and the fully hand-painted Special Edition (holding a laser rifle). Quantities are limited!
CHROME-Figurine $39.95
PAINTED-Figurine $49.95

ANTARCTIC PRESS

BATTLE GIRLZ #5
by Rod Espinosa
AP Core Title! The fighting heats up as the Battle Girlz, led by the Saintly Perfect Goddess Sasa Rai, land at Gallia to face the onslaught of Geneszorr. As the crucial moment nears, the arena has been cleaned of all other distractions, thanks to Geneszorr baiting the Galactic Defenders of Justice. In the aftermath of a complete rout of the forces of the UEG and with Arlish authorities refusing to directly intervene in the conflict, all that stands between Geneszorr and his diabolic plans are the Battle Girlz and their leader, Sasa Rai!
b&w, 32pg $2.99

GOLD DIGGER #33
by Fred Perry
AP Core Title! Britanny's baby shower turned ice cold when Priestess Tanya set out to curse Britanny and Stryyp's unborn child. Now Gina and crew have to deal with the aftermath, not to mention the usual round of highly unusual events that seem to happen to them every day...
b&w, 24pg $2.99

HOW TO DRAW MANGA #16
Antarctic Press continues its series of how-to-draw-manga guidebooks! Artists like Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, Rod Espinosa, Joe Wight and David Hutchison continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style and will emphasize layout in this issue. Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. Some topics we will cover in the series are advanced figure study, costumes, mecha, comic storytelling and composition.
b&w, 32pg $4.95

MANGAZINE #34
by Various
All the hi-jinks of Ninja High School; all the action of the Families of Altered Wars saga; all the outlandish exploring of Gold Digger; and all the holy heroics of Warrior Nun Areala! All this, plus the beauty and power of Rod Espinosa's Battle Girlz to round out the biggest package of anime- and manga-inspired adventures in America! Wrap it up in a spectacular cover by Joe Wight (background painter for Star Wars: The Manga) and you've got Mangazine! As always, more than 140 pages of comics and new features every month!
SC, 7x10, 140+pg, PC $8.99

NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #96
by Ben Dunn w/Robby Bevard
AP Core Title! On a journey to save their friends, the Quagmire crew takes help from Dash the Impede, the human buffoon. The dangers they encounter along the way are nothing compared to what they will find at the end, as they come across an old enemy and an old friend who are no longer what they once were. This issue also continues the countdown to the huge, mega-special 100th issue of Ninja High School!
b&w, 24pg $2.99

TWILIGHT X BOOK #1: AFTER WAR TP
by Joseph Wight
At long last, an epic 10 years in the making, a definitive tale of war and adventure. The year is 2002. After eleven years of war, the First World has collapsed. A brief civil war has left the United States divided, ragged and without hope. The Soviet Union is controlled by former Russian mafia and military commanders, now kings. Europe, Japan and Israel are radioactive wastelands. Throughout the world, self-appointed lords and tyrants take what they want with force and brutality. Now, five strangers have banded together to find purpose in the midst of violence and apathy. Now, for the first time, this mega-opus collects all 600 pages of the epic Twilight X, including material from some extremely difficult-to-find issues. It also contains 30 pages of never-before-seen material!
SC, 7x10, 600pg, b&w $49.95

TWILIGHT X EMBROIDERED CAP
Defeat tyrants, despots and other mephitic characters with the proper lid on your melon crisper! Emblazoned with the emblem for Jed's special forces team, the Zealots! Whether after war or before peace, you'll be properly dressed for the occasion!
Cap $19.99

TWILIGHT X T-SHIRT
The first official shirt from master artist Joseph Wight! Show your further fashion sense with this heavy black shirt decorated with a stylish picture of Toots and her grenade launcher. Stay on her good side and declare your loyalty to Twilight X!
L-XL $17.99
XXL $18.99

TIGERS OF THE LUFTWAFFE #9
by Ted Nomura & Various
AP Core Title! This ninth issue covers the concluding story of Adolf Galland, the Fighter General, who will fly his beloved Me-262 jet fighter to the end, only to destroy his squadron when he finds out that the Americans have no plans to fight against the Soviets. Plus: Luftwaffe:1946, Tigers of Terra/Luftwaffe:2040, Panzerducks, another master story by Belgian talent Marcel Magnette, and a tech section by Spain's Miranda/Mercado team!
b&w, 48pg $5.95

WARRIOR NUN AREALA #8
by Craig Babiar
AP Core Title! THE GOOD SON: Part 1-While carrying deep grief in her heart and holding herself responsible for her young friend Jason's death, Areala now contemplates her future involving the Church and her position as a Warrior Nun. But as Areala walks through the streets of New York to clear her head of grief and indecision, she gets a brief glimpse of something or someone in the crowded streets that will help make up her mind for her.
b&w, 24pg $2.99

ANTIPODES PUBLISHING

TEMPLAR #2
by Steve Malley
What is the Priory of Sion's hidden agenda and how does Marie fit into it? What do the sinister Father Abbemare and Vatican secret society Opus Dei have hidden up their sleeves? And how do the ancient rivals of the Knights of the Temple fit into all this? It's "Holy Blood, Holy Grail" meets "Crouching Tiger/Hidden Dragon" in the first high-kicking adventure featuring genetically modified, modern-day Knight Templar Madeline Sinclair, from New Zealand cartoonist Steve Malley. As always, 10% of ALL profits will be donated to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund!
b&w, 24pg (2 of 7) $2.50

APPROBATION COMICS

VAMPIRES UNLIMITED: SHADES OF THINGS TO COME #2
by Thompson, O'Bryant, Cesar, Moreira, & Lynx Studios
The controversial new series from Approbation Comics continues... The battle lines are drawn, and the rising tensions between the Blood Fangz and the Jade Dragons mount. Shades and Chase are trapped in this impossible situation and face dire odds until a hidden and frightening secret is revealed with results ending in graphic violence.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.99

ARCHIE COMICS

ARCHIE #524
by Various
"A Burning Desire" (by Greg Crosby & Stan Goldberg): When Veronica asks Archie to attend her yacht party, he's more than a whiter shade of pale. Can Archie tan himself in time to meet the beautiful people, or is he destined to just get burned? "The Big Chill" (by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg): Who can you turn to when you just can't beat the summer heat? Why, none other than the King of 'Cool' - Jughead! "Everyday Monster" (by Gladir & Goldberg): Everyday annoyances rule the day as Veronica's 'everyday monster party' gives masquerade parties a monstrous makeover!
FC, 32pg $1.99

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #59
by George Gladir & Stan Goldberg
"The Paper Caper": When someone steals Mr. Lodge's rare movie poster collection, the gang head to Hollywood to try to nab the film-fan-felon! The trail leads them everywhere from the real-live Cincecon Film Fest to Tinseltown landmarks like Grauman's Chinese Theater, from famous movie memorabilia shops on Hollywood Boulevard to that mecca of teenage shopping, Melrose Place! Will this film have a happy ending, or will the villain elude them? This is one story you'll want to read from the opening credits to the final fade-out!
FC, 32pg $1.99

ARCHIE'S DOUBLE DIGEST #135
by Various
Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales!
Digest, FC $3.29

ARCHIE'S WEIRD MYSTERIES #22
by Paul Castiglia & Fernando Ruiz
It's Another Make Your Own Mystery Contest Winner! "Toy Terror": In this intriguing tale suggested by reader Amy Kwok of British Columbia, Canada, Archie and his friends find themselves boxed up and lined up on the shelf of a toy store! How did this happen... and can they escape the terror of the remote control toys and kids on their trail?! Also: "Mystery of the Mole Monster" (by Fernando Ruiz): Archie and his friends fall into fear when a series of sinkholes open all over Riverdale. Investigating the creepy caverns, they find themselves face-to-face with a mole monster! Is there more to this than meets the 'mine'?
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY #114
by Various & Stan Goldberg
"Double Trouble" (script by George Gladir): The classic love triangle gets a female spin When Betty spends the day with both Archie and Adam... and just like Betty and Veronica, the competition is on! "Play It Again, Jug" (script by Greg Crosby): The problems of two teenagers don't amount to a hill of beans... but they do amount to a lot of fun... when Betty dreams of a Casablanca fantasy starring her and Archie! "Going to the Dogs" (script by George Gladir): It's a case of 'puppy love' when Betty takes Veronica's dog to the exclusive Bark Park and meets many eligible bachelors! "The Ring" (script by Kathleen Webb): Betty is low... and so is her cash flow... when she realizes she can't afford a birthday gift for her mom. Will her friends and family come to the rescue? Guest-starring Betty's sister, Polly and her wild friend, Brandy!
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA #177
by Various & Jeff Shultz
"Leis and Luas" (script by George Gladir): Veronica's summer vacation and Betty's summer job land them in Hawaii at the same time! Veronica feels bad that Betty can't lounge in the sun... until she learns Betty's the mechanic for three hunky jet-
skiers! "Teed Off" (script by Mike Pellowski): On the surface, Betty and Veronica put their tense rivalry aside to play a calming game of golf... but it's all just fore show! "Taken to the Cleaners"(script by Kathleen Webb): To save time, Veronica offers to help Betty clean so they can go to the beach... but once she's done breaking things, it sure won't save her father money! "Luck Amok?" (script by Mike Pellowski): Betty's campfire tale of a marauding mud monster strikes fear into her scout troop - but not as much as the sight of Veronica with a mudpack!
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #55
by Angelo DeCesare & Dan Parent
"Teen Spirit": Not all ghosts are scary - some are romantic! That's what Betty and Veronica learn when they explore an abandoned pirate ship... and are wooed by the teen ghost pirate who inhabits the crow's nest! But this ghost scares up trouble when he follows the girls back to Veronica's yacht and finds Archie, Reggie and Jughead there!
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #131
by Various
Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette-- teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! SCRIPT AND ART: Various talent.
Digest, FC $2.19

JUGHEAD #145
by Craig Boldman & Rex Lindsey
"Kite Plight": Archie decides Jughead needs a hobby so he'll stop begging for burger bucks... but when he takes up kites, it just doesn't fly! "The Body Beautiful": Jughead thinks he's buff, but The rest of the beach thinks he's just flexing his imagination! "Choc Shock": It could be bon-bon voyage for Jughead when Mr. Lodge's rare chocolates meant to woo a potential business partner accidentally land in Jughead's stomach! "Splurge Urge": Mr. Lodge is all the poorer when he hears the gang fantasize about what they'd do if they were rich!
FC, 32pg $1.99

JUGHEAD WITH ARCHIE DIGEST #176
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 $2.19

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #87
by Various
It's double-decker sandwiches and double-trouble as the irrepressible Jughead tilts the laugh-o-meter in this uproarious collection of new stories and classic tales!
Digest, FC $3.29

LAUGH DIGEST #176
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 $2.19

PALS-N-GALS DOUBLE DIGEST #68
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 $3.29

SABRINA VOLUME 2 #34
by Mike Gallagher & Dave Manak
Based on the popular animated series from DIC airing on the ABC and UPN networks! It's another magical day in the life of everyone's favorite almost-a-witch, Sabrina, and her wacky teenage aunts and uncle! And don't forget Salem. Will Sabrina steal another spell from her aunt's 'Spookie Jar' and turn her Junior High upside down? Is Archie's hair red?
FC, 32pg $1.99

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG #112
by Various & Art Mawhinney
Featuring the return of fan-favorite artist, Art Mawhineey! "Mistaken Identity Crisis" (script by Benny Lee): Sonic persuades Antoine to pose as a phony villain for him to defeat so he can look good in his father's eyes. But when a real villain knocks out Sonic, Antoine must put his fears behind him and rise to the occasion! Will he be a hero... or a zero? "Unforgiven" (script by Karl Bollers): Uncle Chuck feels guilty for the things he was forced to do under Dr. Robotnik's control. Can others forgive someone when one can't even forgive oneself? Plus: Keep on top of the Sonicverse stats with the latest collection of "Sega Files" by Ken Penders!
FC, 32pg $1.99

VERONICA #128
by Dan Parent
"Summer Help": When Veronica takes the maid for granted, her mother denies her the privilege of one! Is the world ready for a Veronica who gets her own snacks and cleans her own room?! Worse yet, can the mansion survive her domestic deficiencies?
FC, 32pg $1.99

ASYLUM PRESS

SELECTED READINGS FROM SATAN'S POWDER ROOM #1
by Robert S. Rhine & Various
Welcome to Selected Readings From Satan's Powder Room. The premiere issue of this twisted horror anthology delivers three tales of terror by acclaimed horror author Robert Steven Rhine (My Brain Escapes Me). In the first leg of the trilogy, "Spare Parts," illustrated by John (Planetary, Captain America) Cassaday, a lonely embalmer enjoys a morbid hobby. Next, you're invited to "The Symposium," illustrated by Frank Forte (Vampire Verses), where intellectual vampires dine with the world's most fertile minds. And finally, we sew things up with "The Tattoo Artist," illustrated by Rich Longmore (Iron Guns) about a frustrated tattoo artist who gets his first art exhibit, after reclaiming his life's work. Quarterly.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

ATOMIC BASEMENT ENTERTAINMENT

MAC AFRO #1-NEW PRINTING
by Wellman, Lewter, & Lizalde
Here's your second chance to meet the Mac! Including over ten pages of revised artwork and a six-page Luke Lizalde sketchbook. In this issue: Mac Afro is released from Albright Penitentiary, determined to get his revenge on Caesar Brown! Get in on the ground floor, baby!
b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95

AVATAR PRESS

STEVEN GRANT'S MY FLESH IS COOL PREVIEW
by Steven Grant & Sebastian Fiumara
This summer, Steven Grant, the man who showed Marvel how to do The Punisher, unleashes a new breed of killer. Who is Evan Knox? Anyone he wants to be... How do you catch a killer who can jump into any body he chooses, do anything he desires, and escape without a trace? The only evidence of his presence is the poor confused owner of the body holding the literal smoking gun, wondering what just happened. As for Evan, he's just chillin' in safety, the only indication of his departure is that the mindjump makes his body temperature drop. This specially priced preview book gives you a chunk of finished pages along with tons of behind-the-scenes work by Steven Grant and his stunning new artistic discovery, Sebastian Fiumara. Cover by Jacen Burrows.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 16pg MSRP: $1.99

WARREN ELLIS' BAD WORLD TP
by Warren Ellis & Jacen Burrows
Warren Ellis and Jacen Burrows, the creative team of the critically acclaimed Dark Blue, bring to life this sick descent into the foulest reaches of the world in which we live. It is a world of beauty in the eyes of many, but to bleeding-edge writer Warren Ellis, it's a world filled with evil, sin, decay and filth. A "Bad World" indeed. Told in a unique format of text and illustrations, Ellis explores the far edges of humanity, the people who are hanging to reality by the thinnest of threads, and those that are simply off their rockers. This collection of all three issues also features a gallery of the stunning artwork of Jacen Burrows and a new introduction by Warren Ellis. Also available as a special edition hardcover, featuring an all-new "Armed Jesus" cover illustration by Jacen Burrows, and limited to just 350 copies.
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $10.95
HC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w $29.95

SHI: POISONED PARADISE #1
by William Tucci & Karl Waller
Featuring a Previews Exclusive Wraparound Cover! Billy Tucci's Shi comes to Avatar with this full-color series! Poisoned Paradise is the first of Billy Tucci's all-new stories of Shi through the ages, and is set in the Feudal times of warlords, samurai and wandering Ronin. After a vicious sword battle, an injured Shi is taken in by a small village to recover. But there will be little time for rest as Shi must defend these innocents against an approaching samurai army! The time period is brought back to life with the luscious artwork of Karl Waller and vibrant colors by Nimbus. Death has a new face this summer, and Shi's back in full force! Available in four cover versions by Billy Tucci, Karl Waller, Matt Martin, and a Previews Exclusive Wraparound cover by Waller!
MARTIN-FC, 32 pg (1 of 2) $3.50
TUCCI-FC, 32 pg (1 of 2) $3.50
WALLER-FC, 32 pg (1 of 2) $3.50
WRAPAROUND PX-FC, 32 pg (1 of 2) $3.50

ALAN MOORE'S GLORY #2 HALL PAINTED COVER
by Alan Moore & Marat Mychaels
Carrie Hall unleashes another of her stunning paintings of Alan Moore's Glory! This special edition is limited to just 1500 copies.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (2 of 4) MSRP: $5.95

THE 10TH MUSE/DEMONSLAYER #1/2 BIKINI EDITION
by Robert Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels
Marat Mychaels serves up this spicy new "Bikini" cover edition! This special edition is limited to just 1500 copies.
FC, 16pg $5.95

DEMONSLAYER: PATH OF TIME #1
by Marat Mychaels
After the horrific revelations of the future Prophecy, Jaclyn and Michael try to get back to their relaxing roots of archeology. But they didn't expect to come across ruins that show the true history of the Demonslayer, and the fact that there has always been one! So who was the "Demonslayer" before Jaclyn? This special book traces the demon fighters through the Path of Time! Get the first look at Demonslayers from all the ages as much more is revealed about the legacy than ever before! Featuring special variant covers that show some of the different Demonslayers throughout time, as well as a special guest-artist cover by Matt Martin!
REGULAR-FC, 32pg $3.50
MEDIEVAL-FC, 32pg $3.50
NINJA-FC, 32pg $3.50
WESTERN-FC, 32pg $3.50
MARTIN-FC, 32pg $3.50

DEMONSLAYER: PROPHECY #1 ROYAL BLUE EDITION
by Marat Mychaels
This ultra-limited "Royal Blue Edition" is limited to just 100 copies, every copy shipped in a special protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $75.00

TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH PREVIEW PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE PRISM FOIL EDITION
by Tim Vigil
A Previews Exclusive! Don't miss this latest addition to Avatar's line of stunning Prism foil editions! This Previews Exclusive Prism Foil edition is limited to just 500 copies. All copies ship bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 16pg MSRP: $12.95

TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH PREVIEW "SERENITY" EDITION
by Tim Vigil
Matt Martin provides this sultry new cover! Tim Vigil's three-issue Webwitch series is completely self-contained and totally accessible to the new reader. This special preview book gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how this brilliant work came together. With background and inking assists from Adam McDaniel (Witchblade) and Jeff Austin (Faust), the final pages are simply some of the finest of Vigil's illustrious career! This special "Serenity" edition is limited to just 1,500 copies.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 16pg MSRP: $5.95

BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT

CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA SPECIAL EDITION #4
by Budd Root
Meriem continues her search for Harmony as she enters the Netherworld's "Land of the Dead!" Budd Root provides a simply incredible cover for this special edition book! Limited to only 750 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection.
b&w, 32pg MSRP: $8.95

CAVEWOMAN: RAPTOR #2 SPECIAL EDITION
by Devon Massey & Kevin Alsop
Basement comics presents this incredible Special Edition cover to Cavewoman: Raptor #2! Devon Massey has outdone himself with this great cover illustration featuring Klyde protecting Meriem from the fierce villain of the book - a super-sized Raptor! Limited to only 750 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection.
b&w, 32pg MSRP: $8.95

CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #3 SILVER FOIL COVER EDITION
by Budd Root
The cover to this issue is already spooky enough, with Meriem attempting to sneak past a Yeti to a portal leading to the world beyond, but with this Silver Foil edition, it's an awesome sight to behold! Limited to only 300 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection.
b&w, 28pg MSRP: $11.50

CAVEWOMAN: BEAUTY, BLIZZARD, AND THE BEAST ART PRINT
by Budd Root
This art print features one of Budd's best pieces of artwork yet! Klyde must protect Meriem from a harsh blizzard, and stands ever-vigilant above her! This limited edition Cavewoman art print measures 11" x 17" and is printed on high quality 10pt stock, housed in a large gray collector's envelope, imprinted with the Cavewoman logo. Limited to only 500 copies, this one is absolutely suitable for framing! Print, 11x17, b&w $16.00

MIKE HOFFMAN'S THE SORCERESS SKETCHES
Artist extraordinaire Mike Hoffman has been thrilling his fans by inscribing special editions of his art book Sorceress with scores of original sketches of his famed fantasy females. All of these unique fantasy art gems exist only in the hands of private collectors... until now! This special edition features a collection of Hoffman's previously unseen sexy sketchwork.
b&w, 32pg $3.50

TIGRESS TALES #3 SPECIAL PURPLE FOIL EDITION
This foil cover edition of Mike Hoffman's Tigress Tales #3 Special Edition features a purple foil logo gracing the cover of this very sexy Tigress painting! Limited to only 300 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg MSRP: $11.50

MIKE HOFFMAN'S POSEIDON ART PRINT
Mike Hoffman presents a new full-color limited edition art print! Deep in the cold recesses of the endless sea, a lone diver gazes in awe and wonder ar a mythologic god come to life - Poseidon, somber lord of the undersea realm, seated on his aqualine throne, flanked by a duo of faithful mermaid companions! Printed on high-quality 10pt stock and housed in a large gray collector's envelope, this print is limited to only 500 copies. Suitable for framing!
Print, 11x17, b&w $16.00

MIKE HOFFMAN'S SQUID GIRL #1 SPECIAL EDITION
A beautiful half-human/half-squid girl takes on the supreme leader of the world in a submarine battle that will rock the seas! Mike Hoffman presents this incredible special cover for this limited edition book! Limited to only 450 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection. b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95

MIKE HOFFMAN'S SQUID GIRL LIMITED EDITION RESIN KIT
She came from beneath the Sea! "Squid Girl" lives! Based on Fantasy Master Mike Hoffman's sexy comic book character, and sculpted by Beverly Gilroy (of Hourglass Studios), this racy model kit is an extremely limited edition of only 125 pieces, with each kit individually numbered. "Squid Girl" is cast from high-quality resin and stands approximately 9" tall with base. Get her while you can! Requires painting and assembly. NOTE: Quantities are limited. Allocations may occur.
Kit $125.00

SAVAGE PLANET #2
by Dan Parsons & Kevin Rasel
Wanted for high treason! Renegade astronaut Captain Hawkins is tracked into the uncharted prehistoric wilderness of Terra I! Even with the aid of his beautiful native companion, Jakella, Hawkins cannot escape the ruthless pursuit of the Colonial Militia and its army of Attack Droids. At last, captured and imprisoned by the Planetary Authority, Hawkins is placed aboard a prison ship and rocketed back to his homeworld to face a challenge even he cannot hope to survive: a life sentence, stranded on the dark and decaying world known as Old Earth!
b&w, 32pg $2.95

BEHEMOTH BOOKS

IMAGINATION ROCKET #1
This "Cartoonists in the Classroom" anthology is a follow-up volume to the Eisner-nominated Brainbomb. It features 13 all-new stories from Brian Clopper, Jon "Bean" Hastings, Bill Knapp, Gareth Hinds, Nick Abadzis, John Green, Dave Roman, Pam Bliss, Stuart Immonen, Kathryn Kuder, Rich Watson and many more! Each story has a Scientific or Social Studies theme along with a fun activity page. Excellent for teachers, home-schooling parents and kids young and old alike, thirsty to explore their imagination. Edited by Brian Clopper. Cover by: C. Scott Morse.
SC, 122pg, b&w $9.95

BIG UMBRELLA PUBLICATIONS

CARTOON FLOPHOUSE #1
Michael Aushenker (El Gato, Crime Mangler) returns with 80 pages of hilarious gag strips - packed with obnoxious elves, alcoholic chickens, talking ears, and screwball bellhops - that originally ran in various publications, including Heavy Metal. Bonus back-up: Flash animation legend Xeth Feinberg (creator behind cartoons such as Icebox.com's Hard Drinkin' Lincoln', mishmashmedia.com's Bulbo, and Showtime's Queer Duck) offers his never-before-published 14-page Papu comic strip that inspired his Papu cartoons. Read these comics by the cartoonist that MAD magazine's Sergio Aragones (Groo) called one of the best cartoonists of his generation: "When I read his work, I laugh. Irreverent, different, satirical, and very, very funny!"
b&w, 80pg $5.00

BLACK LIBRARY

WARHAMMER MONTHLY #56
Games Workshop's all-action comic set in the worlds of Warhammer! In this issue: Imperius Dictatio goes out all guns blazing in the devastating climax of Titan III; there's the next searing adventure of Lone Wolves; more exciting hi-jinks with Kal Jerico and in Bloodquest: Cloten & Lysander... Champions of Chaos? Full-on action from creative talent of Dan Abnett (The Legion, X-Men), Gordon Rennie (Rain Dogs, Glimmer Rats), Anthony Williams (X-Men, Deadpool), Colin MacNeil (Judge Dredd) and more!
b&w, 40pg $3.50

THE REDEEMER #1
Warhammer Monthly's classic Redeemer strips are back, and this time they're in the fiery colors of the Redemption! Join the crusade of Klovis the Redeemer as he purges the foul deviants of the Underhive in this specially colored mini-series. It's an action-packed adventure in the darkest vein of humor, scripted by Pat Mills, well-known writer of such titles as Marshal Law, Nemesis the Warlock, and Slaine!
FC, 40pg $3.50

GAMES WORKSHOP CALENDAR 2003
With some of the finest full-color artwork from the most talented Games Workshop artists, the Black Library's 2003 Calendar provides a packed collection of the latest imagery of the dark and gothic Warhammer worlds!
Calendar, 12x12, FC $12.95

BLACK STAR FICTION LIBRARY

The comic that shocked the UK is now presented for the U.S. market with new artwork and an extended storyline that takes you deep into the seedy world of Big Star City and the mind of it's central character, Scratch. This is the comic you have been waiting for. Science fiction, urban crime, ultra violence and gothic horror, all sealed with a barbwire kiss!

BLACK STAR FICTION LIBRARY #1
Art by Shaky Kane
...AND THEY SHALL KNOW MY NAME BY THE TRAIL OF DEAD: Part One "My Kinda Town!"-Meet Scratch, he's the 22nd Century's most misunderstood mass murderer. There's a supernatural serial killer on the loose in Big Star City, but ace reporter Carlos Mendoza is on his trail... or is he simply being lured into a trap? Meanwhile, hard-boiled hitman, Santiago, waits for his opportunity to retire the nightmare killer and claim his reward. Issue one also contains the "B" feature "After Hours," the first in an ongoing series of Tales From Big Star City. "After Hours" features "Me and Tommy," two small-time thugs who get caught up in a little late night tango with two chicks with attitude, and big guns... well, it was one of those nights.
b&w $2.50

BLINDWOLF STUDIOS

PATRICK THE WOLF BOY SUPERHERO SPECIAL
by Art Baltazar & Franco
Did you ever pretend to be a superhero? Did you ever run around the house wearing a bath towel as a cape? Well, according to Patrick the Wolf Boy, this is normal behavior. Join us as Patrick imagines himself as one half of a dynamic duo; a super-
powered werewolf with a cape, and El Nino Arana. He even tries to telepathically talk to fish while reading comics with his Dad. What is Patrick's favorite comic anyway? Find out in this brand new Superhero Special starring everyone's favorite werewolf... Patrick the Wolf Boy! Highly recommended by Art's mom.
b&w $2.95

BONGO COMICS

THE BIG BOOK OF BART SIMPSON TP
by Matt Groening & Bill Morrison Bart Simpson: Troublemaker? Juvenile joker? Menace to society?! How about just plain old "kid"? Featuring stories from the first four issues of Bart Simpson, see Bart at his best in school, at the zoo, in space, being cloned, in love, as Bartman, and just doing what America's most famous underachiever is known for - getting in over his head, and finding his way out of trouble with class and flair, sometimes, a little less for wear!
SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $11.95

THE SIMPSONS COMICS #71
by Boothby & Ortiz
Living in the shadow of your older sibling can be hard, but it's even harder when your name is Sideshow Cecil, and that sibling is Bart Simpson's vengeance-swearing, psychotic arch-nemesis, Sideshow Bob! Playing second banana to an evil criminal mastermind who formerly played second banana to a clown is about as low as you can get. Aha! But to kill Bart Simpson! To succeed where your more infamous brother failed, that would finally settle the score... or would it? Suppose you chose your own arch-enemy... your brother's foe's sister... Lisa Simpson? Join us in June for a twisted tale of jealousy and revenge with a touch of self-respect.
FC, 32pg $2.50

BON-VUE ENTERTAINMENT

KOMIC FANTASIES VOLUME 3 #1 TP
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, b&w $6.95

TALES OF THE ROPE VOLUME 1 GN
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, b&w $19.95

BROADSWORD COMICS

TAROT'S RING OF FIRE LITHOGRAPH
This Pristine Pencil Litho measures approx. 13" x 24". Jim Balent renders his Valiant Witch, Tarot, standing nude, sword in hand, standing within a fiery pentacle. Printed on high gloss art paper, this gallery-quality piece is perfect for framing. Only a portion of the image can be shown here. Please visit www.jimbalent.com to view Tarot in all her glory! This limited print is numbered and signed by the artist.
b&w, 13x24 $25.00

PIXIE WITCH MUSCLE TEE
Miss Merri Death's good conscience, Pixie Witch, flies to you on a sweet summer black tee! Goth Gals and Magical Mommas will just. love her! Offered in two sizes: Small and Large.
Small $19.99
Large $19.99

TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE#12 SIGNED EDITION
Jim Balent signs this popular issue of Tarot #12 featuring the characters Boo-Cat and Licorice Dust! Included with the signed book is a lovely Certificate of Authenticity featuring Jim's Art of Boo ! This book is shipped with variant covers.
FC, 32pg $10.00

BROKEN TREE PUBLICATIONS

THE PROPHET OF DREAMS #2
by Julian Lawler & Rudy Vasquez
The Dead Queen has made her decision. Who will go and who will be left behind to be slaughtered? Meanwhile, the Lord-General Johannassen Khabriel arrives at The City, beleaguered and conquered, wounded and alone. Also, Addigo suffers a mighty loss, and seems out of reach; and the nobility proves to have a monster in their ranks, and a mysterious rider appears to see the fate of The City...
FC, 28pg (2 of 6) $2.95

INDUSTRIACIDE #6
by Sean Dietrich
In the final chapter of this story arc, Natalie finally releases here machines upon the city and makes her departure. Meanwhile, Schmaltz and Jake finally meet up again and, along with the street kids, make their escape from the carnage on the streets into the sewers below.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 28pg (6 of 6) $2.95

BUD PLANT

GLAMOUR INTERNATIONAL SWEET BETTIE VOLUME 1
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 12x12, 96pg, PC SRP: $19.95

CHAOS! COMICS

LADY DEATH: RE-IMAGINED #1
by Bradley J. Kayl & Eddy Burrows
"Re-Imagined" means a tale set in a different time, a different place. Re-discover Lady Death all over again as Chaos! proudly "Re-Imagines" her crucial origin! Embark on a sensational adventure as the exciting talent of Team Red Star brings Lady Death: Re-Imagined to life! This tale of the Templar Knights and the Spanish Inquisition is set in medieval Europe, in the year 1300. Faith, the daughter of the Grand Inquisitor, must overcome her father's treachery as he seeks the Holy Grail. What perils await her? And how does she become Lady Death? Get to know her again... like you've never seen her! Cover by Christian Gossett.
FC, 32pg $2.99

LADY DEATH: RE-IMAGINED #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Cover by Joyce Chin
Talented artist Joyce Chin (Superman, The Nocturnals, Xena) spices up this Lady Death premium with her eclectic cover style of mixed media, including pencils, watercolor, ink, and markers. Limited to only 3,000 copies. Printed on cardstock.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $9.99

LADY DEATH: RE-IMAGINED #1 SUPER PREMIUM EDITION
Color pencil by Al Rio
Featuring a prestige, canvas cover enhancement! Al Rio color pencils this super premium cover featuring the Goddess of the Netherworld! Elegant, yet sensual, it's limited to only 999 copies! Allocations may occur.
FC, 32pg $20.00

PURGATORI: RE-IMAGINED #1
by Dan Jolley & Fabiano Neves
Re-discover Purgatori all over again as Chaos! proudly "Re-Imagines" her crucial origin! It's a different time and a different place as writer Dan Jolley (Obergeist) tells a tale set during the Salem Witch Trials. A young servant named Sarah is lost in love and later branded as a witch. She meets a mysterious Indian shaman and seeks revenge as the cold, remote Vampire Goddess! Get to know Purgatori again... like you've never seen her! Cover by Fabiano Neves.
FC, 32pg $2.99

PURGATORI: RE-IMAGINED #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Cover by Joyce Chin
What do you get when you have pencil, watercolor, ink, colored pencil, and markers? Mixed media artwork by artist Joyce Chin! So "re-imagine" Purgatori all over again, and collect this premium edition limited to only 3,000 copies!
FC, 32pg MSRP: $9.99

PURGATORI: RE-IMAGINED #1 SUPER PREMIUM EDITION
Color pencil by Al Rio
Featuring a prestige, canvas cover enhancement! Own this exclusive super premium edition with art by industry veteran and fan-favorite Al Rio! Catch this color penciled cover of Purgatori unlike you've seen her before! Limited only to 999 copies worldwide. Allocations may occur.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $20.00

CHASTITY: RE-IMAGINED #1
by J. Palmiotti & Gray, & Toledo
Re-discover Chastity all over again as Chaos! proudly "Re-Imagines" her crucial origin. It's "suck-or-be-sucked" as the vampire assassin, Chastity's origin is "Re-Imagined!" This gothic tale of terror by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray (Superboy, Deadpool) set in 1854 reveals how a young girl named "Purity" boards a ship for the New World. She awakens to a new "life" among the undead, only to be used as a tool for a woman bent on vengeance against her former lover, Vlad the Impaler! Purity must establish her independence - but can she? This one's got everything from blood on the high seas, shipwrecks and bar fights, to a standoff with Vlad The Impaler! Get to know her again like you've never seen her! Cover by Amanda Conner.
FC, 32pg $2.99

CHASTITY: RE-IMAGINED #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Cover by Joyce Chin
Supplement Chastity's "re-imagining" story along with this beautiful premium edition featuring a stylized cover by artist Joyce Chin. Using various special techniques including pencil, watercolor, and ink... it's the Chastity you know and love... but "Re-
Imagined!" Limited to only 3,000 copies.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $9.99

CHASTITY: RE-IMAGINED #1 SUPER PREMIUM EDITION
Color pencil by Al Rio
Featuring a prestige, canvas cover enhancement! What makes this super premium so special? Two words: Al Rio! His color pencil skills on this cover bring the vampire assassin to life. She may look adorable... but don't be susceptible to her deadly ways! Limited to only 999 copies. Allocations may occur.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $20.00

LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #1
by Ostrander, Reis, & Pimentel
The entire Chaos! Universe collides in a huge company-wide event! Brace yourselves as Chaos! presents this 5-issue critical story arc! Lady Death, Purgatori, Chastity, Bad Kitty, Jade, Bedlam, Gallows, Vandala, Oblivia and many more Chaos! stars are featured in this epic event! What could bring all these mortal enemies together? Three words: an ancient evil! Who is the enemy returning to Earth disguised as the new Messiah? How does this affect Lady Death? Chaos! puts all your favorite characters on a collision-course for a story that will leave its scars on the Chaos! Universe! This story is in continuity (but not continuity-intensive) providing a great jumping-on point for new readers! Cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Pimentel, and Hi-Fi.
FC, 32pg $2.99

LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Painted Cover by David Michael Beck
Accomplished industry vet David Michael Beck (G.I. Joe cover artist) paints this premium cover showcasing the striking and unyielding power of Lady Death! The Alliance begins here and now, so collect this edition limited to only 3,000 copies. Printed on cardstock.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $9.99

LADY DEATH: GODDESS RETURNS #2
by Ostrander, Mota, & Correa Jr.
To know her story is to know a woman cursed! You know the Goddess returns... but you don't know how! Chaos! reveals all the details in this story arc! In this life-altering second installment, Lady Death has been re-united with Vandala, Ravenheart, Cremator and Brock... but is it enough to face the fury of her nemesis: Morgana? No hype, no fooling - this one culminates the whole Lady Death: Alive! Cycle, paving the way for what is to come in Dark Alliance #1! Some will not survive the climax of this issue - as Lady Death herself is changed forever... but for the better or the worse? This is the story arc you've been waiting for!
FC, 32pg $2.99

LADY DEATH: GODDESS RETURNS #2 ALTERNATE COVER EDITION
The Goddess returns in dynamic fashion, as this action-packed issue prepares you for Dark Alliance #1! So order this variant cover to complete your Goddess Returns collection! Limited to only 2,000 copies.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $7.50

PURGATORI: GOD KILLER #2
by Jolley, Molenaar, & Arnold
She chose to live as a mortal... but will that come back to haunt her? This is it: the final showdown between Purgatori (a woman troubled by her vampire duality) and the three Egyptian deities who want to bring the Earth to its knees. To destroy the gods - and save the life of the girl who has touched her heart - can Purgatori make the sacrifice she hasn't made in 4,000 years? It's vengeance and bloodshed on a grand scale as God Killer concludes! Don¹t miss this shocking series written by Dan Jolley (Obergeist). Cover by Molenaar, Curtis Arnold, and Todd Broeker.
FC, 32pg $2.99

PURGATORI: GOD KILLER #2 ALTERNATE COVER EDITION
Purgatori¹s foray back to the desert sands of Egypt culminates in God Killer #2...so make sure you get this supplemental variant cover to one of her most exhilarating story arcs ever! Limited to 2,000 copies.
FC, 32pg MSRP: $7.50

WOMEN OF CHAOS! 2003 CALENDAR
Spend 2003 with the ladies of Chaos! Comics! That's right, comics fans, each and every month of this jaw-dropping calendar showcases the hottest images of your favorite heroines of Chaos! So forget those plain ol' boring office calendars - and spice it up with the only calendar that's guaranteed to turn a few heads!
Calendar, FC $15.99

THE DWELLING ASHCAN
Cover and art by Brian Denham.
Chaos! Comics' unveils their new and improved achcan format, featuring an exclusive cover by Brian Denham for Black Label Graphics' upcoming horror tale, The Dwelling! When an ancient evil is disturbed from its slumber, it's up to two loner kids to stop it! Sound good, horror fans? Then check out this ashcan preview featuring intimate insights into the creative process, script notes, layouts, pencils, and character designs from this terrifying story! Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity on the back! Limited to only 1,000 copies worldwide.
b&w, 12pg MSRP: $6.00

PURGATORI: RAVENOUS ASHCAN
Chaos! gives you a sneak peek at Purgatori's forthcoming story arc: Ravenous, in this special achcan edition, featuring an exclusive cover! It's a first look at the Blood Goddess's next adventure! Included are intimate insights into the creative process, script notes, layouts, pencils, and character designs! Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity on the back! Limited to only 1,000 copies worldwide.
b&w, 12pg MSRP: $6.00

THE UNDEAD #1 FOIL COVER EDITION
Cover by Brian Denham
This rare Chaos! Comics foil cover edition - previously available as a Chaosstore.com exclusive - can now be yours! Brian Pulido's post-apocalyptic zombie horror-fest - The Undead #1 - features 100% foil coverage with original art by Brian Denham! Limited to 200 copies! Each copy comes bagged and boarded! Supplies are limited. Allocations may occur.
b&w, 32pg MSRP: $20.00

LADY DEATH: HEARTBREAKER #1 FOIL COVER EDITION
Cover by Ivan Reis
Lady Death: Heartbreaker #1 is available as this rich foil cover edition, originally offered exclusively at MegaCon 2002 in Orlando, Florida! Featuring 100% foil coverage with an original cover by Ivan Reis, this edition is limited to 200 copies, each bagged and boarded. Supplies are limited. Allocations may occur.
b&w, 32pg MSRP: $20.00

CLAYPOOL COMICS

ELVIRA #110
by Strom, Day, & Lachance
When Elvira clashes with the Anti-Elvira RevengeSquad (led by theDuke of A.E.R.L.), it's no-holds-barred - except for excessive violence and salty language, of course, since the battle's being overseen by the Citizens' Committee for Comic Book Decency! It's all in the classic "Fright and Malice!" by Frank Strom, Dan Day, and Louis Lachance! Also: Elvira's mutiny on the booty takes a piratical turn, in "Elvira's Treasure Chest!," Part Four of the "Tele-Castaways" serial by Janet Hetherington, John Heebink, and Mike Manley. Photo Cover of Elvira.
b&w, 32pg $2.50

DEADBEATS #54
by Richard Howell w/Ricardo Villagran
Now that Southie's vampire paramour Brittany has returned to her human state, she now regards him as her captor and tormentor. Is it madness for her to torture him in return - by flaunting her contempt and her new, other lovers - or is it "True Britt?" It's written and drawn by Richard Howell, with gorgeous embellishment by Ricardo Villagran, and a cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha.
b&w, 32pg $2.50

COMIC LIBRARY INTERNATIONAL

COMIC LIBRARY INTERNATIONAL VOL 10: OFF THE WALL ADVENTURES
by Various
This critically acclaimed anthology gathers the biggest and brightest work from the top independent creators in the industry and gives you an over-the-top bang for your hard-earned buck! This issue features Nate Peikos' Lint McCree, Robb Bihun's The Hoon, Glenn Whitmore's Captain Clockwork, Mike Bocianowski's Chuck, The Ugly American, Scott Roberts' The Secret, George Broderick, Jr.'s Captain Oatmeal and Splendora, Chris Yambar's Itsi Kitsi: Happy Adventure Cat, Aaron Bordner's Lost At The Earth's Core, Dave Mazure's Eep! and some off-the-wall lunacy from Spongebob Squarepants creative director Derek Drymon. As a special bonus, this volume also contains Lazy Flight, a reprinting of the very first stream-of-consciousness-storyline by Harvey Award-nominee Scott Mills, about the birth, life and death of a microscopic particle creature. Off The Wall Adventure indeed!
SC, 152pg, b&w $13.95

COMIC CAVALCADE

SHI: POISONED PARADISE #1/2
by William Tucci & Karl Waller
Billy Tucci's Shi is re-launching at Avatar and this special #1/2 issue from Comic Cavalcade provides an exclusive new story leading directly into the first issue! Karl Waller provides the stunning artwork for this story from Shi's past set in Feudal Japan. But her days appear to be numbered as a vicious group of Samurai attacks her! Printed on glossy stock with cardstock covers, these #1/2 issues are the highest possible production quality. Available in three different cover versions by Billy Tucci, Matt Martin, and Karl Waller, all limited to just 4,000 copies each!
TUCCI-FC, 16pg $3.95
MARTIN-FC, 16pg $3.95
WALLER-FC, 16pg $3.95

DEMONSLAYER: PATH OF TIME #1/2
by Marat Mychaels
Here is the exclusive new pages for the start to the Path of Time epic! As Jaclyn accidentally discovers the true history of the Demonslayers, we get to see ones from the past for the first time! You don't want to miss out on great first appearances like seeing the Cave girl Demonslayer as she fights demons and dinosaurs together. Printed on glossy stock with cardstock covers, these #1/2's are the highest possible production quality. Featuring special variant covers that show some of the different Demonslayers throughout time, as well as a special guest-artist cover by Matt Martin, all limited to just 3000 copies each!
REGULAR-FC, 16pg $3.95
PIRATE-FC, 16pg $3.95
CAVE GIRL-FC, 16pg $3.95
BIKINI-FC, 16pg $3.95
MARTIN-FC, 16pg $3.95

THE 10TH MUSE / DEMONSLAYER #1 "PEACEFUL" EDITION
by Robert Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels
Matt Martin serves up this tasty exclusive new cover! This special edition is limited to just 1,500 copies. Cover by Matt Martin.
FC, 32pg $5.95

THE 10TH MUSE GALLERY
Fans of Rena Mero won't want to miss this special 10th Muse Gallery, previously only available at conventions! With half of the book filled with all-new, all-sexy Rena photos, and the other half pin-ups by top talent, this is a book you'll want in your collection! Limited to just 1,200 copies, each shipped bagged and boarded. Cover by Ken Lashley.
FC, 16pg $5.95

THE 10th MUSE 2000 CONVENTION BOOK
The making of The 10th Muse! This special convention-only book features the very first printed 10th Muse art, and shows the design sketches for both The 10th Muse and The Dolls. This special book was limited to just 2,000 copies, and all bagged and boarded. Features a photo cover of Rena Mera!
b&w, 16pg $5.95

COMICS CONSPIRACY

GENERIC COMIC BOOK #8
by Miers, Santos, Lean & Thomas
June is crossover month for Generic Comics and the 7 Guys of Justice! Lord Talon and Ugly Monkey join Generic Man at a Big City comics convention, where our heroes must team up to fight the depravity of the Jolly Extortionist, an Indie publisher who threatens to blow up the convention center and everyone in it unless they all don't buy his self-published comics. Generic Man also appears in this month's issue of 7 Guys of Justice from False Idol Studios!
b&w, 16pg $1.95

COMICSONE CORPORATION

STORM RIDERS #4
by Wing Shing Ma After Cloud is badly beaten, Wind is left alone to face the combined might of Wu Buddha, DuGu Ming, and Sword Saint. Yet more troubling to Wind than the strength of his enemies is his best friend Duan-Lang's complicity in their plot to kill him! While Wind fights for his life, Conquer dispatches Frost to kill Wen Motley, a servant who has collected evidence of Conquer's schemes to divide his disciples. Frost is Conquer's most loyal disciple, but Wen's letters reveals a startling secret that makes Frost question his own loyalties. Hop on-board this growing Kung Fu comic sensation while it's still early! With fully painted interiors and a brilliantly realized cast of hundreds, the Storm Riders adventure is only beginning!
SC, 5x7, 120pg, b&w $11.95

WOUNDED MAN #8
by Kazuo Koike & Ryoichi Ikegami
Keisuke and his squad decide to stand their ground and fight the Veterans' Army that has overrun Little Italy. After the battle, only two ex-Green Berets are left, but they seem determined to cause as much trouble for Keisuke as possible. They chase Keisuke's group onto an aircraft carrier where the final showdown between Keisuke and the Veterans' Army takes place. Can Keisuke's men defeat the brutal Indian Joe and allow Keisuke a final chance for vengeance?
MATURE READERS
SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95

OFFERED TWO VOLUME SET
by Kazuo Koike and Ryoichi Ikegami Offered begins when an evil seductress kidnaps Yu Tachikawa, an Olympic track star from MIT. It seems that Yu may have inherited his phenomenal speed and leaping ability from his father, Gilgamesh, the ancient king, whose sperm (preserved for 2000 years) was used to artificially inseminate Yu's mother. Intrigued? In this two-volume series by author Kazuo Koike (Lone Wolf and Cub) and artist Ryoichi Ikegami (Crying Freeman), the plot only thickens! Adolf Hitler, the cult of Mithras, an alien race, and several beautiful virgins are all thrown into the mix, as a desperate Yu must discover the truth about his past in order to comprehend his role in a scheme that has spanned two millennia. Available as a two-volume set for the first time, Offered demonstrates Koike's knack for breakneck pacing and Ikegami's loving attention to detail. A whirlwind adventure that begins in the jungle camps of Brazil and ends in the deserts of Turkey, Offered is the product of two manga masters working at the top of their game! This set includes two, 5" x 7" volumes, running a combined 400+ pages!
Set (x2), b&w $26.25

CPM MANGA

MAXION BOOK 3: WAVES OF MISFORTUNE TP
Maki, Shion, and Yuichiro have enough problems just trying to decide amongst themselves where their feelings lie. Now its time for things to get much more complicated with two more otherworldly love interests. Its love, lust and scandal in Maxion Book Three: Waves Of Misfortune!
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $15.95

THE SLAYERS SPECIAL #6
Here it is, the final installment of the Dark Crystal saga! Will Lina and Naga be able to defeat the evil Voldo and Master Galdin, or will Shia Woo lose the Dark Crystal to the forces of evil?
b&w, 32pg $2.95

THE SLAYERS SUPER-EXPLOSIVE DEMON STORY BOOK 1: LEGEND OF DARKNESS TP
Despite her tender age, 15-year-old Lina Inverse is already a master sorceress, known throughout the land for her skills and power...and the fact that her heroic deeds are usually more destructive than the foes she battles against! Teamed with Gourry Gabriev, a swordsman supreme who is dumb as a stump, Lina travels the land in search of fame, fortune and free food.
SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $15.95

Manga 18

FANTASY FIGHTERS GRAPHIC NOVEL
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $16.95

CROSSGEN COMICS

ROUTE 666 #1
by Bedard, Moline & Dell, & Bell
Beware! CrossGen's new horror adventure title is on the loose! Dark deeds are afoot at Welkin State University, where young Cassie Starkweather's best friend is killed in a horrible accident. Cassie's grief turns to terror when her friend's ghost appears, pursued by fearsome spirits bent on dragging innocent souls back to their own hellish realm. But is this truly a supernatural invasion that clairvoyant Cassie has uncovered? Or is it just a twisted, paranoid vision brought on by Cassie's own insidious madness? Psychological mysteries and paranormal perils combine in this unsettling new series played out against a stylish Cold War era setting. Hot penciler Karl Moline (Joss Whedon's Fray), superstar inker John Dell (Mystic) and master colorist Nick Bell join writer Tony Bedard (Mystic, Negation) on a creepy cruise down the turnpike of terror! Hop in and hold on tight!
FC, 48pg $2.95

THE FIRST #20
by Kesel, Di Vito & Hunter, & Schwager
Trenin has set off on a hunt for Seahn, determined to bring down the renegade Secundae just as he did Seahn's mother, centuries before. Both stories are woven together as the hunter stalks his prey.
FC, 32pg $2.95

MYSTIC #25
by Bedard, Rio & Dery, & Milla
Giselle's quest to master the many magics of her world begins here, as her sister Genevieve teaches her the ancient wisdom of the Nouveau Guild. But beneath its gleaming surface, Nouveau City harbors a demonic criminal underworld headed by the dreaded Duke Abaddon. And the Duke is out to bring down the beautiful Mystic before her quest has even started! Don't miss this great jumping-on issue with eye-popping art by guest-artist Al Rio (Gen13)!
FC, 32pg $2.95

THE WAY OF THE RAT #2
by Dixon, Johnson & Ryder, & Garcia
Boon wants out! But he's going to have to get by one ticked-off monkey to escape his fate. The martial arts duel you never thought you'd see! Also, the Silken Ghost makes herself known to our hero just in time to save him from... everyone!
FC, 32pg $2.95

SOJOURN VOLUME 1 TP
by Marz, Land & Geraci, & Rodriguez
Collecting the Sojourn Prequel and issues #1-6 of CrossGen's breakout hit series! The dread tyrant Mordath has returned from the grave and conquered the Five Lands, crushing all opposition under his heel. But one woman, the archer Arwyn, has vowed to put an end to his terrible reign. Swearing vengeance after the deaths of her husband and daughter, Arwyn undertakes a quest that will lead her across the Five Lands in pursuit of the legendary Five Fragments. Aided by a charming rogue named Gareth and a mysterious and powerful woman named Neven, Arwyn is the lone hope of ending Mordath's evil. Series artist Greg Land (with Justin Ponsor), whose lush, detailed artwork has wowed fans in every issue of Sojourn, provides a brand new cover! Sojourn is epic fantasy as you've never seen it! SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95

NEGATION #7
by Bedard, Pelletier & Meikis, & Rochelle
New readers should get on board now, as Negation embarks on an epic story arc culminating in a head-on confrontation against Charon, god-emperor of the Negation! On the Negation Throneworld, Charon interrogates a mysterious prisoner destined to alter the fate of Obregon Kaine and the fugitives. Meanwhile, Evinlea battles the Sigil-Bearers who left her and the others to die on the prison-world! However this titanic battle turns out, the fugitives will soon have to reckon with the onslaught of the Negation's fearsome Lawbringer!
FC, 32pg $2.95

SIGIL #25
by Dixon, Eaton & Hennessy, Quintana
Loser must choose between victory and death! An all-battle issue as Loser allies himself with nomadic rebels in opposition to the despotic Khyradon and the Matriarch herself! But first he needs an army and so must fight a desperate battle in Tcharun's most desolate clime to free an army of murderers!
FC, 32pg $2.95

SOJOURN #12
by Marz, Hairsine & TBD, & Lambert
Arwyn's attempt to shortcut her quest and wreak her vengeance upon Mordath ended in utter disaster. Now she'll have to deal with the anger of the mysterious and powerful Neven, who set Arwyn upon the quest and gave her the gift of Ayden's bow. Because Neven wants it back!
FC, 32pg $2.95

CROSSGEN CHRONICLES #8
by Waid & Maroto, & Cox
Long ago, in the ancient land of Atlantis, two best friends - Danik and Capricia - were forced to fight side-by-side to save the blossoming human race from premature extinction. What brought them together - what drove them apart - and how does it affect the CrossGen Universe today?
FC, 48pg $3.95

FORGE #3
What'll 10 bucks get you these days? A vintage Baron Karza? (Maybe, with one arm missing!) How about an autographed photo of Mike Teevee from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory? (Hope you like black-and-white!) No friends, there's only one thing you can get for ten bucks that's good and true and of lasting value: Forge #3! This month's volume contains chapter one of the samurai epic The Path; chapters 19 and 20 of the all-ages saga, Meridian; the third installment of the extra-dimensional escape drama, Negation; and three chapters each of Mark Waid's Crux (6-8) and the smash-hit Sojourn (4-6)! Plus, a very special treat from the world of Sigil: chapter one of the two-part Saurian mini-series Unnatural Selection! Now with extra Vitamin P, Forge #3 weighs in at a brawny 272 pages for the same absurdly low price of just $9.95!
SC, 7x10, 272pg, FC $9.95

CRUX #15
by Dixon, Epting & Magyar, & D'Armata
The Atlanteans are separated and in grave danger. The Negation have wounded Zephyr and captured Galvan. Capricia is pulled away by Danik while Tug and Verityn face the mystery of a long-dead Atlantean warrior and a monster from a lost race of interstellar travelers. Also, Geromi faces the Negation alone!
FC, 32pg $2.95

SCION #25
by Marz, Cheung & Hillsman, Ponsor
The epic war between the Ravens and Herons has been decided, but there's still one battle to be fought: Ethan vs. Bron! The two foes finally meet once again at the site of their first combat, the sands of the Tournament Arena. But this time the battle is to the death, and only one will walk away!
FC, 32pg $2.95

THE FIRST VOLUME 2 TP
by Barbara Kesel & Various
Collecting The First #8-13, plus almost 30 pages of back-up stories, this volume continues the personality politics of the "First," gods of the CrossGen Universe in the process of being deposed from that self-proclaimed role because of the creation of the Sigil-Bearers. Anxiety over the powerful new arrivals has ruptured the fault lines in the social structure of the First, causing Ingra, Leader of House Sinister, to make a bold move to begin her planned takeover of House Dexter. Seahn has collected together the unhappy second-born, ready to demand that they be given equal status to the First. Persha, Ingra's daughter, sneaks over to House Dexter to meet Pyrem, her father and Leader of that House. And Gannish the Truthseeker visits a small blue-green globe and learns a frightening truth about the reality of the First. Written by Barbara Kesel, with art by Bart Sears, Andrea Di Vito, and Andy Smith, with inks by Smith, Rob Hunter, Andrew Hennessy, John Dell, Drew Geraci, and colors by Mike Atiyeh, Jason Lambert, and Rob Schwager. New cover by Bart Sears and Michael Atiyeh.
SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $19.95

MERIDIAN #25
by Kesel, McNiven & Simmons, & Hollowell
Sephie's bittersweet return to Meridian continues as she finds herself forced to battle Ilahn to save the island from his destructive touch. It's the two Sigil-Bearers in one all-out battle! The outcome of this devastating event will affect them both as profoundly as the granting of their sigils.
FC, 32pg $2.95

THE PATH #4
by Marz, Sears & Pennington, Atiyeh
General Ryuichi has been best friends with Obo-san since childhood, but now he finds himself under orders to slay the monk. As Ryuichi wrestles with his conscience, he and his army pursue Obo-san to his monastery in the snowy north. When the two finally confront one another, the meeting literally ends with a bang!
FC, 32pg $2.95

RUSE #9
by Waid, Guice & Perkins, & DePuy
Simon has his hands full with a string of small cases, but the big mystery is why he would suddenly abandon the search for Lightbourne just as he and Emma are closing in! Emma's baffled by this turn of events--and matters aren't clarified by the arrival of a new Pressmonk in town!
FC, 32pg $2.95

EDGE #3
Question:. When is fat pretty? Answer: When it's a fat, 272-page comics compendium! That's right, Edge has gotten even beefier. But don't worry - it's still kept its fine good looks, thanks to fantastic artists like Butch Guice, Mike Perkins, and Laura DePuy, the art team responsible for the fourth installment of Ruse! Edge #3 also carries two chapters each of The First (13 & 14), Mystic (18 & 19), and Sigil (19 & 20). Speaking of Sigil, this volume of Edge presents the first volume of the Saurian mini-series Unnatural Selection. Anchoring this enormously entertaining edition of Edge are chapters 18, 19, and 20 of Scion. Part medieval adventure, part sci-fi epic, Scion is a textbook example of the genre-diversity that is CrossGen's hallmark. The only thing that keeps this book from bursting at the seams is a high-strength cardstock cover built to survive gale-force winds. What's not fat about Edge #3 is the price, which remains a very healthy $9.95!
SC, 7x10, 272pg, FC $9.95

CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT

SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #1
by Billy Tucci & Craig Shaw Gardner
Prepare yourselves for the first Shi series in over a year! Shi: The Illustrated Warrior #1 is the vanguard edition of seven monthly issues by Shi creator Billy Tucci and New York Times best-selling author Craig Shaw Gardner (Batman). Combining the very best aspects of Craig's novelized prose and Billy's dynamic and richly detailed illustrations, The Illustrated Warrior is based on the legendary Way of the Warrior story arc, but with an added twist that forever alters the Shi universe we've all come to know. Focusing on Ana's tortured past, first battles and her quest for vengeance, this series goes to great lengths to bring about the most thorough and thought-provoking Shi series ever! The seven issues will ultimately be collected in hardcover format to be released later this year.
b&w, 32pg (1 of 7) $2.99

SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR POSTER
by Billy Tucci
Crusade's 2002 poster depicts everyone's favorite Sohei warrior interwoven with a full array of classic Way of the Warrior history. In this stunningly detailed poster by Billy Tucci, Shi defiantly stares back at the viewer with quiet determination. Shi's back with a vengeance and better than ever!
Poster, 22x36, FC $9.99

CYBEROSIA PUBLISHING

CATHEDRAL CHILD GN
by Lea Hernandez
What if the year was 1897, and you lived in a church in a Texas that might have been - a frontier of steam technology and old magic? For young lovers Glory and Sumner, tutors to the giant computer, Cathedral, this world is real. It's also about to end when a wish to free Glory's virtual friend, Camille, from Cathedral is granted in a way none of them expects. This new edition of Cathedral Child features digitally re-mastered art and an all-new cover and author's commentary by Eisner Award-nominated (1999, 2000) creator and YALSA Popular Paperbacks finalist Lea Hernandez. Introduction by Kurt Busiek (Astro City).
SC, 6x8, 120pg, b&w $10.95

DARKCHYLDE ENTERTAINMENT

DARKCHYLDE LAST ISSUE SPECIAL PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER
by Randy Queen The fan-favorite Darkchylde odyssey comes to a fiery finish in this very last issue of the series! Darkchylde Entertainment has teamed with Previews to provide a gorgeous new cover to highlight this special occasion. "Beginnings" features creator Randy Queen's most lyrical writing and detailed artwork ever as he says good-bye for the time to the character that launched his career to concentrate on the development of all new ideas! Ariel Chylde has finally triumphed against the evil that has been plaguing her since she left her hometown of Salem, but the revelation that came with that victory is tearing apart the very heart of her being. Where to now, and how did this possibly come to be? She'll discover that the answers were there right from the very start! Featuring returning favorites War and Piece, Fang, Perry, Sage, Flatulence, and Baby Boo, plus a few others from the early issues that we wouldn't dare give away here! This issue promises to blow your mind! This special oversized issue features a wrap around cover by Queen, 30 pages of story art, a special fan section, cover gallery, and a story that's sure to dazzle, shock, and sadden! Relive the beginning, be there for the end!
FC, 40pg $3.95

DIGITAL WEBBING

DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS #3
by Various
The hit internet collaborative comic returns with six all-new, all-original, all-out amazing tales! This issue's line-up includes the birth of Xstacy, and assassination in The Nest, Not Quite Lab Rats in a shocking 1920's experiment, travel to The Dark Side of the Moon, and the final installment of those goofballs... The Team! This issue also contains Harlow's End illustrated by artist Anthony Castrillo (X-Force, Flash).
b&w, 48pg $2.95

DORK STORM PRESS

DORK TOWER #19
by John Kovalic
The Junk Food Issue: It's the return of Iron Chef Snackfood! What happens when you let Fanboys and Goth Girls into the kitchen? Watch out as Igor attempts to create the "perfect gaming treat"! It's an entire issue devoted to the junk foods that drives fandom, from convention corndogs to high-powered caffeine-packed pop cocktails. Also, some of the favorite names in gaming and comics contribute to a special Dork Tower pull-out cookbook! What are Gary Gygax's favorite munchies? How about Shannon Wheeler's favorite coffee recipe? What does evil Steve Jackson get up to when left alone in a kitchen? How about James Ernest, of Cheapass Games, or New York Times best-selling fantasy author Margaret Weis? And how do you make the legendary "Igor Bars"?! Plus, a free game that lets you play with your food, GummiHamster 40K from Placebo Press, which even non-gamers will love! And there's even more hilarity from the usual Dork Tower back-up features: Greg Hyland's Lethargic Lad, Aaron Williams' Nodwick, and Scott Kurtz's PvP!
b&w, 48pg $2.99

NODWICK #15
by Aaron Williams
"Tournamental Health"-The king is dying, and he's putting on the most extreme jousting tourney ever devised before he goes. He's invited some extraordinarily destructive contestants to enter, and Yeagar has made the cut! Luckily, the rules for knocking opponents off their horses have several loopholes large enough to march a chariot through, so don't expect the usual men on mere horses to mar the field of honor! Can Yeagar pull a victory out of the mayhem? Will his equipment survive the abuse? Can Artax and Piffany remain on the sidelines? What ultimate prize will go to the victor? Find out in Nodwick #15!
b&w, 32pg $2.99

THE NODWICK CHRONICLES VOLUME 2: OF GODS & HENCHMEN TP
by Aaron Williams
It's the second collection of stories from the fan-favorite Nodwick comic book! The hapless hench-hero and his employers match wits with ancient gods of evil, travel to alternate dimensions, meddle with powers beyond those of mortal men, delve into dark dungeons, and more! As an added bonus, you get a continuation of the "Rest Index Peace" from Volume 1, listing every brush Nodwick's had with death (some nearer than others)! Collects Nodwick #7-12.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.99

NODWICK HENCHMAN OUTFITTER'S T-SHIRT
by Aaron Williams
The Henchmen Outfitters T-Shirt: That venerable institution that every henchman turns to for his work supplies, has finally released an official company t-shirt! This full-color tee is printed on an ash gray 100% cotton beefy-t. Proudly let everyone know where you get your concussion-resistant headgear, your solid oak treasure chests and, yes, even your duct tape of healing!
L-XL $19.95

PVP: THE ONLINE COMIC STRIP COLLECTION VOLUME 1: STRIPTEASE TP
by Scott Kurtz
Introduction by Liberty Meadows creator Frank Cho! Over 300 classic strips from the PvPonline.com archives, printed here for the first time! Join Cole, Brent, Jade, Francis, and the ever-lovable Skull in the comic strips that introduced them to the world. Discover why over 50,000 people make reading PvP a part of their daily routine.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $15.99

DORK STORM SPECIAL: LETHARGIC LAD JUMBO-SIZED ANNUAL #1
by Greg Hyland
Lethargic Lad returns in his own comic book in a jam-packed jumbo-sized annual! Yes, the world's greatest lethargic superhero is back! It's the comic so big, it couldn't simply remain in the pages of Dork Tower. And not only is this issue overflowing with Lethargic Goodness garnered from Greg Hyland's Lethargic website, but there's also Lethargic stats for the Stupor Powers Role-Playing Game; brand-new Lethargic Lad stories, and a very Lethargic backup from John Kovalic's Dork Tower gang. See the amazing Lad-Mite! Gasp at the secret origins of Lethargic Lad, Lethargic Lad's Pal Jeremy Olson, and Jerry's Kids! Shudder at the power of Giant Letrhargo and develop a nervous tick at the evil of the all-new Legion of Super Bad Guys! It's more than a year's worth of lethargy, all in one book, launching the new Dork Storm Special imprint from Dork Storm Press!
b&w, 56pg $3.99

DRAWN AND QUARTERLY LOUIS RIEL # 7
by Chester Brown
This remarkable series on the life of 19th century political radical Louis Riel has been praised by many sources, including Time Magazine and The Village Voice. In this new issue, Chester Brown recounts the gripping battle between Riel's ragged group of Metis followers and the Canadian army. After the Metis unexpectedly win the first battle, the Prime Minister makes plans to send an even larger contingent to thwart Riel.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

PALOOKA-VILLE #16
by Seth
Palooka-Ville begins its second decade with this new issue! Seth continues with Part 3 of Clyde Fans, his epic story covering a 40-year period in the lives of two brothers and their failed fan manufacturing company. The story here moves to the 1960s: Simon's disastrous career as a salesman is over and Abe struggles to maintain the business.
MATURE READERS
FC, 24pg $4.75

THE ROAD TO AMERICA TP
by Baru
The Road To America collects for the first time in complete form one of the best and most underrated comic "novellas" of the 1990s. Originally serialized in three separate issues of Drawn & Quarterly, the story is set in Algeria in the late 1950s and early 1960s, during that country's long and bloody struggle to free itself from French colonial rule. Cartoonist Baru brilliantly documents an impoverished boxer's rise to fame amidst the chaos surrounding him and his family, from the slums of his hometown in Algeria to the bright lights of Paris. MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 80pg, FC $14.95

DREAMWAVE

BANISHED KNIGHTS #4
by Adrian Tsang, Mateo Guerrero, Aureliano Jimenez Romero, & Ramil Sunga
After a harrowing battle for survival in the blood stained halls of Tessan's Abbey, Greyson finds himself face to face with Tessan, vampire lord of Datara. With victory comes the promise of eternal life -- or death at peace as mortal. But to seal that victory, Greyson must dins a way to defeat Tessan, while holding at bat an entire army of vampires at the same time.
FC, 32pg $2.95

TRANSFORMERS GENERATION ONE #3
by Chris Sarracini, Pat Lee, Edwin Garcia, Rob Armstrong, & TheRealT
Dreamwave's resurrection of the Transformers continues! Optimus Prime is back, but so is his arch-nemesis Megatron. Reunited with his Decepticon followers, Megatron begins an evil scheme that, if successful, will leave Earth and all humanity in ruins. What is this sinister plan and are the Autobots even strong enough to begin to fight it? Also, Spike is drawn into a mystery he's not sure he wants to solve... who knows where it will lead him! Issue #3 of the six-issue mini-series continues the action-packed adventures of your favorite Generation One Transformer characters! Comes with a mini-poster!
FC, 32pg $2.95

TRANSFORMERS SOUNDWAVE POSTER
Whether you're an Autobot fan or Decepticon fan, you have to love Soundwave! Brought to life by the stunning art of Pat Lee, this poster features Soundwave and all of his tapes, including Rumble, Ravage, Lazerbeak, and more. Have the most loyal of Decepticons protecting you today. Measures 26 7/8" x 39 1/2".
Poster, FC $6.95

WARLANDS: AGE OF ICE #6
by Adrian Tsang, Mateo Guerrero, Aureliano Jimenez Romero, & Yvonne Poon
Aragon's mysterious plan reaches near its climax forcing Zeph to confront the demons from their past. Unanswered questions from the story of Warlands Volume 1 are revealed amidst a deadly battle whose cost of victory may be one Zeph will be unwilling to pay.
FC, 32pg $2.95

DYNAMIC FORCES

BLADE MOVIE BUST
The Day Walker has arrived! Dynamic Forces first Blade Movie bust features the detailed likeness of Wesley Snipes as Blade -- the baddest Vampire Hunter of them all! Meticulously sculpted by Martin Canale, the premiere Blade Movie bust from Dynamic Forces captures the hero with his glasses on, sword in hand, glave in the other hand, and body armored to defend himself from the night! Canale has captured the very soul of the character, right down to the tattoos on Blade's neck! Mounted on the House of Erebus, the mechanism that drained the blood for the vampires to allow Deacon Frost (from the first blade feature film) to attempt to live forever, and capturing the symbols of the various vampire tribes on its base, this awesome new collectible bust stands 5 1/2" tall and sits 3" wide. The first Blade film was a huge hit and the sequel this year promises to explode off the screen as well - don't miss out on this first collectible from the continuing saga of Blade! Scheduled to ship in August!
Bust $59.99

EARTH X: DAREDEVIL MEGA-BUST
Through the eyes of master-artist Alex Ross, the Marvel Universe has been transformed -- transformed into the world of Earth X! Very few heroes have been transformed in the way Daredevil has as the Earth X "Man without Fear" heaps abuse and life-threatening situations upon his body and himself -- and always emerges unscathed! Now Dynamic Forces has paired Ross with sculptor Tony Cipriano to transform this "daredevil" one more time into a cool collectible resin bust that continues the limited edition Earth X mega-bust line. The bust line with mega attention to detail! Standing atop an inscripted beautiful base that continues the continuity of previous Earth X bust releases, Daredevil stands 5 1/2" tall! These limited edition collectibles have so much detail -- Alex actually had Daredevil's smile revised at least three times! But that's not all, to make sure that the bust is the best that it can be, Alex had the resin bust vacu-plated at the outset, and then started painting this bad boy bust with different colors of red to get the desired effect! Also available as a limited edition bust featuring a bronze paint finish and is limited to only 500. This variant comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Alex Ross and Tony Cipriano!
REG.--Bust $49.99
BRONZE--Bust $69.99

BUG 8-INCH BUST
The 70s and 80s were a great time for toys and comics... and for comics about toys. Bug, the ever lovin', ever livin' cool character from one such 70s/80s Marvel comics series The Micronauts, has returned in the form of a Dynamic Forces collectible resin bust! He's 'Naught >Tik< Micro anymore! In fact, he stands 8" tall. Designed by Dan Parsons and sculpted by Howard Kalish, the Bug bust depicts the hero atop his unique base and with all the detail and care you've come to expect from Dynamic Forces line of collectible busts. Also available as a limited edition revealed bust featuring a new head sculpt with bugs mask off and is limited to only 499!
REG.--Bust $89.99
REVEALED--Bust $129.99

MICRONAUTS #1 ALTERNATE COVER
Cover by Eric Hanson
The new Micronauts series is launching from Image Comics and Devil's Due (the folks that have made G.I. Joe so popular in comics form again) and DF has the alternate cover! Drawn by Eric Hanson and featuring Baron Karza, this edition will be limited to no more than 4,000 unsigned DF covers. Also available signed by artist Eric Hanson at and as a remarked edition with a head sketch by DF exclusive cover painter Eric Hanson.
REG.--b&w $6.99
SGN.--b&w $19.99
REMARKED--b&w $69.99

DYNAMIC FORCES EXCLUSIVE WITCHBLADE OBAKEMONO HC
Dynamic Forces and Top Cow Productions team-up to bring you this limited edition hardcover featuring the original, all-new Witchblade story by writer Fiona Avery and artist Brian Ching! Strictly limited, and presented in the hardcover format by Dynamic Forces, this exclusive edition is limited to 1,500 copies! Also available as a signed edition by writer Fiona Avery and artist Brian Ching limited to 699 and as a re-marked edition featuring a Witchblade sketch, limited to 99.
REG.--HC $29.99
SGN.--HC $59.99
REMARKED--HC $99.99

CROW LITHOGRAPH SIGNED
Signed by painter Brian Rood! One of the most powerful comic adaptations ever to hit the big screen, the original Crow movie stands as a testament to vision, beauty, mystery, and darkness! This classic lithograph, featuring art by Brian Rood, who also signs this edition, measures 18" x 24" and is printed on 80 lbs. gallerie art silk stock. Perfect for your wall, The Crow is captured here as never before!
Lithograph $39.99

ORIGIN GICLEE #1 SIGNED
by Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove
The first in a series of fine art, high-end Giclees featuring the six magnificent Origin covers by artist Joe Quesada and colorist Richard Isanove! This beautiful reproduction appeard as if it were the original piece of cover art hanging in your home! And to top it all off, these glorious Giclees come delivered to you framed! Dynamic Forces giclees are high end reproductions that capture every detail of the original humanly, mechanically, or technically possible. The resulting print has no perceptible dot pattern, an endless array of richly saturated color, and every nuance of the original image. The latest inks offer a 70-year light-fastest and UV-resistance under museum archival conditions. Also available as a re-marked edition featuring a James head sketch on each book! Limited to only 29.
SGN.--Giclee $599.99
REMARKED--Giclee $1,000.00

LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #1 GOLD FOIL EDITION
The entire Chaos! Universe collides in a huge company-wide event! Brace yourselves as Chaos! presents this critical story 5-issue arc featuring Lady Death, Purgatori, Chastity, Bad Kitty, Jade, Bedlam, Gallows, Vandala, Oblivia and many more! This special edition sets the stage for Dark Alliance #1!
FC, 32pg $16.99

PURGATORI: RE-IMAGINED #1 RUBY RED FOIL EDITION
Re-discover Purgatori all over again as Chaos! proudly "Re-Imagines" her crucial origin, wrapped up in a stunning Ruby Red Foil Edition!
FC, 32pg $16.99

CHASTITY: RE-IMAGINED #1 RUBY RED FOIL EDITION
Re-discover Chastity all over again as Chaos! proudly "Re-Imagines" her crucial origin, all wrapped up in a gorgeous Ruby Red Foil Edition!
FC, 32pg $16.99

BATTLE OF THE PLANETS "TINY" T-SHIRT
Each member of the G-Force Team has their own unique style, powers and colored uniform. Now, following the release of previous DF Battle T's, is Tiny's theme -- a high-quality, brown T-shirt with the red G-Force insignia! Catch this shirt before it disappears as fast as Jason's driving!
L-XL $17.99
XXL $19.99

BATTLE OF THE PLANETS "PRINCESS" T-SHIRT
Each member of the G-Force Team has their own unique style, powers and colored uniform. Now, following the release of previous DF Battle T's, we're offering Princess' theme -- a high-quality, pink T-shirt with the red G-Force insignia! Catch this shirt before it disappears as fast as Jason's driving!
L-XL $17.99
XXL $19.99

GREEN LANTERN: BRIGHTEST DAY/BLACKEST NIGHT SIGNED
Signed by writer Steven Seagle! Before Kyle Rayner, before Hal Jordan, there was one man who bore the ring as the original Emerald Gladiator: Alan Scott, Green Lantern! Now travel back in time to the height of the Golden Age, circa World War II, and recount the tale of Scott's first encounter with one of his greatest adversaries ever! Green Lantern: Brightest Day/Blackest Night is a 48-page prestige format one-shot written by Steven T. Seagle (The Crusades, Uncanny X-Men) and exquisitely painted by John K. Snyder (Doctor Mid-Nite).
b&w $29.99

WONDER WOMAN: THE HIKKETEIA HC SIGNED
Signed by artist J.G. Jones! Wonder Woman faces off against her JLA companion Batman in this thrilling hardcover! An ancient, long-forgotten ritual bonds Diana to a young lady from Gotham City with a deeply troubled past. Worse yet, Wonder Woman is trapped into the role of her teacher and protector, and soon discovers that she must also stand between her student and the earthly justice that the Dark Knight so rightly seeks! Also available as a re-marked hardcover by artist JG Jones featuring a Wonder Woman head sketch on each book! Limited to only 199.
SGN.--b&w $49.99
REMARKED--b&w $99.99

JUST IMAGINE STAN LEE WITH WALTER SIMONSON CREATING SANDMAN SIGNED
Signed by artist Walter Simonson! The penultimate Just Imagine... one-shot introduces an incredible new hero, courtesy of living legend Stan Lee and artist Walter Simonson (Orion, Thor)! When Earth is menaced by a "coma plague" dooming humanity to eternal sleep, only the newly chosen hero of the Dream Realm - the Sandman - can offer any hope. But will astronaut Larry Wilton be up to the challenge?
b&w $19.99

EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS

AFTER THE SNOOTER GN
by Eddie Campbell
An autobiographical graphic novel in which Eddie Campbell faces his demons, including his grotesque cartoon creation; the annoying insectoid nag known as The Snooter! The book includes at least seven never-before-seen pages. The rest have appeared in the monthly Bacchus comic and other places, but in their new arrangement reveal unexpected plot complexities and surprises, all the way up to Campbell's showdown with The Snooter in Hollywood at the From Hell premiere!
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $14.95

EL CAPITAN BOOKS

STRAY BULLETS HC COLLECTION SLIPCASE EDITION
by David Lapham
The ultimate Stray Bullets collection! All three Stray Bullets hardcovers - comprising the entire "Innocence of Nihilism," "Somewhere Out West," and "Other People" story arcs (as well as all the behind-the-scenes extras) - all packaged together in a deluxe slipcase edition! Eisner Award-winning for their beautiful style and design, these hardcovers are perfect for every true Stray Bullets fan.
HC Set (x3), b&w $99.95

EMPIRE HEROES

NIGHTHUNTER #3
by Parducci, Dzialowski, & Underwood
Nighthunter tracks the werewolf Shadowmane in Washington D.C. and must confront the beast, as well as his own part in its creation. The spy agent Amber is looking for the vampire freelancer Agent Onyx to settle a score and another vile threat awaits in the wings, a hitman with a bizarre quota of kills to make.
FC, 24pg (3 of 12) $3.75

EXTREME IMAGES

RICKY CARRALERO TEMPTATION LITHOGRAPH
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ADULT MATERIAL
Print, 11x17 $12.95

RICKY CARRALERO TEASE #1
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ADULT MATERIAL
REG.--FC, 12pg $14.95
NAUGHTY CVR.--FC, 12pg $14.95

FALSE IDOL STUDIOS

THE 7 GUYS OF JUSTICE #15
by Brian Joines & Joshua Rowe
It's the 7 Guys' first crossover as Lord Talon and Ugly Monkey find themselves trapped at the Big City Comics Convention with the star of Generic Comics. As an unbalanced independent publisher threatens to destroy the convention center, Ugly Monkey finds himself trapped between Lord Talon and the equally competent Generic Man! Can Monkey get through the day without killing anybody? And can Lord Talon convince a major publisher to buy his pitch for a new comic series? The answers are right here! Lord Talon and Ugly Monkey also appear in this month's issue of Generic Comic Book by Comics Conspiracy!
b&w, 24pg $2.50

FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS

THE COMICS JOURNAL SUMMER 2002 SPECIAL
edited by Gary Groth
The 2002 Summer Special spotlights master cartoonist Jim Woodring, with a spectacular cover painting, two essays on the artist's ouevre by Donald Phelps and Kenneth Smith, and a new interview. Text-and-art features include an appreciation of the cartoonist W.E. Hill by Zippy creator Bill Griffith (with many examples of Hill's gorgeous tabloid-sized Sunday pages in full-color), and Timothy Kreider on B. Kliban. The comics section's theme this volume is "Cartoonists on Music and Musicians" and you can expect many of the greatest names in cartooning today, including: Mary Fleener, Roger Langridge, Peter Bagge, Spain, Carol Lay, Phoebe Gloeckner, Tony Millionaire, R. Crumb, Bill Griffith, David Mazzucchelli, Ivan Brunetti, Matt Groening, Sherri Flenniken, Richard Sala, Rick Geary, Mark Martin, and many more!
MATURE READERS
SC, 12x12, 120pg, PC $19.95

EPILEPTIC VOLUME 1 TP
by David B.
Epileptic is David B.'s story of his brother's battle with epilepsy - but it turns into a penetrating and sometimes lacerating self-examination on the author's part, as he delves into his own complex emotions and his family's troubled history, as well as his own youthful fantasy life. Drawn in the author's spare-but-detailed, straightforward-but-elegant style, it will intrigue readers with its sharp yet (mostly) sympathetic treatment of the '70s alternative-health milieu and its often-harrowing depiction of a family under siege by this singular and devastating malady.
MATURE READERS
SC, 160pg, b&w $24.95

MEATCAKE #12
by Dame Darcy
The blithely dark shadows of Dame Darcy's seductive Victorian-inspired world cover the surface of yet another intriguing serving of Meatcake. Elegant society reveals its true nature with tales of deflowering demons, tea with a couple of Playboy Bunny virgins, a running commentary on Romanians, delinquent dolls, and what happened when Fashion Week met the apocalypse. This one delivers more of the heightened mix of proper etiquette and surreal dreamscapes!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.95

NAUGHTY BITS VOLUME 6: BURN, BITCHY, BURN TP
by Roberta Gregory
Included in this collection is the classic, "Fallout," in which Bitchy Bitch believes she is going into menopause, causing her to flash back to her childhood in the 1960s, complete with memories of bomb shelters, school, and backstabbing kiddies. "Adult-Erated" provides more insight into the past of the permanently PO'd and PMS'd protagonist, focusing on Bitchy's post-college years. The title strip, "Burn, Bitchy, Burn," centers on "Witchy Bitch," a 12th Century medicine woman and dead ringer for Bitchy Bitch. Accused of being a witch and sentenced to burning at the stake, Witchy feels no less oppressed by her society than her future counterpart. But is she really a witch? Includes an all-new strip created especially for this collection.
MATURE READERS
SC, 72pg, b&w $9.95

OPUS 2003 CALENDAR
by Barry Windsor-Smith
Barry Windsor-Smith's post-Marvel Comics career took him in new, more serious direction, to pursue the creation of single picture, "easel" works. Founding The Gorblimey Press, Windsor-Smith released many fine of his own works, reflecting a more refined pursuit of his Pre-Raphaelite, Romantic and Symbolist interests, as fine art prints. These handsome works comprise the majority of the full-color plates to be found in this stunning 2003 Calendar!
Calendar, 13x16, FC $17.95

LOVE & ROCKETS VOLUME 6: DUCK FEET SC-NEW PRINTING
by Los Bros Hernandez Volume 6 showcases Gilbert's Palomar in the title story, "Duck Feet," in which a spooky bruja (witch) passes through town and leaves a load of trouble and weirdness in her raggedy wake. Meanwhile, in the city, Vincente has fallen on hard times and Israel tries to fill the void left by the disappearance of his twin sister whey were children. Not to be out done, Jaime presents the best of his "hanging around" stories featuring Maggie and Hopey. Guest starring Hopey's lady-killer little brother Jaoey and Izzy's diary secrets. All this plus Rocky, Fumble, Rena Titanon, and a cover gallery.
MATURE READERS
SC, 8x11, 136pg, b&w (Note Price) $18.95

Eros Comix

ALICE IN SEXLAND #4
by Mashumaro Jyuubaori
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

DEMENTIA'S DIRTY GIRLS #1
by Dementia
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

EROS GN 51: BOFFY THE VAMPIRE LAYER COLLECTION
by Bruce McCorkindale SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 80pg, b&w $14.95

EROS GN 52: HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY COLLECTION
by Rebecca
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 120pg, b&w $16.95

ORIENT SEXPRESS #2
by Tayyar Ozkan
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

TAYYAR OZKAN SET
by Tayyar Ozkan
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ADULT MATERIAL
Set (x3), b&w $8.50

SIN METAL SIRENS #3
by Sandra Chang
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

SMALL FAVORS #6
by Colleen Coover
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

SMALL FAVORS #2-5 PACK
by Colleen Coover
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ADULT MATERIAL
Pack (x4), b&w $12.75

WERE-SLUT #8
by Jiro Chiba
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

FINTAN STUDIOS

THE FORGOTTEN #2
by Young & Grealish, Cheeseman-Meyer, Moussa & Aabo
The Philadelphia mystery continues! Just as the hero is recovering from his brawl with Tony Bartiglione, his search for a murderer drags him into a dangerous encounter with Philly's finest. Meanwhile, student Sara Dawning pieces together more information about "Mr. Mystery" and Nate Evans inches closer to breaking his Hero Times story about the identity of the city's elusive vigilante. Cover by Cryptopia artist Pat Quinn!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 24pg $2.50

FUNK-O-TRON

BATTLE POPE: SHORTS SUPER PACK
by Robert Kirkman & Various
Collecting the three near-sold-out issues of Battle Pope: Shorts, featuring stories by Battle Pope creator Robert Kirkman and art by Tony Moore, Matthew Roberts, Cory Walker, EJ Su, and more. In what some consider to be the best Battle Pope stories yet, Shorts features slice-of-life adventures of Pope and his sidekick Jesus, and provides an integral contrast to the high-octane action featured in the various Battle Pope mini-series. Don't miss out a second time! MATURE READERS
Pack (x3), b&w $10.95

BATTLE POPE: WRATH OF GOD #1
by Robert Kirkman & Tony Moore
40 Big Pages! Battle Pope is in big trouble when God finds out about the time he spent with Mary over Christmas! Fire and brimstone fly as the stage is set for the battle of the millennium, but first Pope has got to survive the wrath of the tech-crazed demon, Amon. Also, Jesus teams up with Santa Claus to fight some evil. Featuring nearly every character to appear in Battle Pope thus far, this is an excellent jumping-on point for new readers! Wrath of God also features the original back up story created by Joe Casey (Adventures of Superman), Immigrant Song!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 40pg (1 of 3) $3.50

DOUBLE TAKE #3
by Ej Su, Steve Cobb, Khary Randolph, & Hi-Fi
A monk travels from India to bring the original Buddha's scripture to China. He was said to be the reincarnation of one of Buddha's disciples, and eating him will give you immortality. All the demons and monsters on the way to India are trying to get their hands on the monk, but luckily he has protection, he has... Stone Monkey! On the flip side is Vice Worlds, a tale of the most loathsome creation in the galaxy and how he came to call the planet Earth his home. Featuring pin-ups by Sam Liu and Brett Booth.
b&w, 32pg $3.50

GEMSTONE PUBLISHING

TALES OF TERROR! THE EC COMPANION SC
Now available in softcover! A fitting presentation of one of the most important companies in comics history, this ultimate guide to EC Comics provides a visual checklist, creator index, guidebook, and more, with every EC cover reproduced in full color! Also available in a deluxe leatherette edition, slipcased, numbered, and signed by creators Al Williamson, Jack Davis, Joe Orlando, Al Feldstein, and others!
SC, 9x12, PC $24.95

GRIOT ENTERPRISES

THE HORSEMEN #2
by J.M. Anderson, Larson, & Brower
The groundbreaking mini-series that has taken the industry by storm continues as a secret is discovered; people who have known and seen too much meet their fates; and a nation is at once liberated and destroyed.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95

WITCHDOCTOR #2
by Kenjji
Dr. Jovan Carrington arrives in Haiti to investigate the mysterious and severe illness of his father. Joined by his father's anthropological colleagues and his former assistant, Jovan makes his way through the tumultuous Haitian countryside and the eerie heritage of voodoo. As his situation becomes more endangered Jovan's visions take on new strength. Will WitchDoctor uncover the secrets of the spirits or will our hero be driven mad by the mysteries of the masks? Seeing is Believing. This "bootleg" format of the WitchDoctor series precedes the Voodoo Child graphic novel that will ship in August, in full-color, and in the Prestige Format.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.95

HAMSTER PRESS

EYE COLLECTION SC
by Bill Schelly, Ron Frenz, Joe Rubenstein, & Company
The Eye is back in a big way in this 148-page collection gathering all his new adventures by Roy Thomas, Bill Schelly, Bill Black, Dick Giordano, including the Heroes Vs. Hitler comic book complete! Leading off the book is the all-new 26-page "Untold Origin of The Eye," with fabulous art by Frenz and Rubenstein, followed by "Mr. Monster Meets The Eye," by Michael T. Gilbert! Also included is a new strip "Injury to The Eye," where The Eye squares off against the crazed psychiatrist known as the Psycho-Shrink, a complete Hero History of the Ocular Operative by Schelly, plus bonus art by Terry Beatty, Batton Lash, Fred Fredericks, Grass Green, and more. Also, a classic tale of the Underworld Executioner by his creator Biljo White from the Golden Age of comic fandom. Makes a perfect introduction to the eye and a superb collection that his ling-time fans won't want to miss.
SC, 148pg $13.95

HARRIS COMICS

VAMPIRELLA #10
by John Smith & Dawn Brown
Hungry Ghosts: Part 4 (of 4)-Facing her past head on, Vampirella discovers there's more to the Hexxen, the Red House, and the Black Mirror. And all of it has everything to do with her. Also in this issue, the conclusion of the Pantha tale by John Smith and Mark Texeira. Regular cover by Mike Mayhew; Limited cover by Alex Horley - both limited to 1,500 copies. Also available in a Photo Cover edition featuring the new Vampirella model.
REG.-FC, 32pg $2.99
LTD.-FC, 32pg $9.95
PHOTO-FC, 32pg $9.95

VAMPIRELLA 2003 CALENDAR
A full 12 months of Vampirella! This 8 1/2" x 11" collector's item calendar is a must for all Vampirella fans. Featuring the hottest photos of the Vampirella model and artwork by Mike Mayhew, J. Scott Campbell, Greg Horn, and many others!
Calendar, FC $9.95

VAMPIRELLA #11-13 LIMITED PREVIEW ASHCAN
by John Smith & Mike Mayhew
Mike Mayhew returns to Vampirella, and here is a preview of what's to come in the next story arc! New stories written by John Smith and artwork by Mike Mayhew. This limited edition ashcan showcases pages from the series. Limited to only 1,000 copies!
b&w, 16pg MSRP: $6.00

VAMPIRELLA #4 GOLD-FX CHROME HORN COVER EDITION
The first issue of the "Fear of Miorrors" story arc, wrapped in a shiny holographic gold chrome cover by Greg Horn (Elektra). Due to a production error, only approximately 100 copies of all gold-FX editions were produced!
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg $29.95

HEAVY METAL

25 YEARS OF HEAVY METAL COVERS HC
edited by John Workman A
Over 280 covers by the world's greatest fantasy and sci-fi artists! A must-have for all Heavy Metal collectors! This book contains Heavy Metal covers from 1977-2001 --that's 25 years of covers with over 100 artists featured inside.
MATURE READERS
HC, 112pg, FC $29.95

HEAVY METAL SEPTEMBER 2002
The fantasy comic for adults, paralled 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 $5.95

HIPPY COMIX

DEMI'S STRANGE BEDFELLOWS #2
by Various
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 48pg $5.95

HOTEL FRED PRESS

FRED THE CLOWN #3
by Roger Langridge
More bittersweet laughs with the clown who won't go away. This issue features the usual combination of self-contained short stories, plus a glimpse into Fred's favorite periodical, The Wretch. Circuses, shipwrecks, monsters, and more - all beautifully rendered in Langridge's meticulous brush style! Back cover pin-up by Jason Paulos.
b&w, 32pg $2.95

HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING

METAL HURLANT #1
Metal Hurlant is the realization of Humanoids' vision to bring together the best storytellers from around the world to create a universal comic experience. This bi-monthly anthology features stories that will become instant classics. Every issue of Metal Hurlant is an event, and it gets started with a bang as Avengers writer Kurt Busiek teams with artist extraordinaire, Gerald Parel, on the new story, "Hunter's Moon." This issue also features the beginning of the serialized Megalex story by the TechnoPriests team of Jodorowsky and Fred Beltran, as well as several surprises!
PC, 48pg $3.95

ANTE GENESEM VOLUME ONE: PROPHET HC
by Xavier Dorison & Mathieu Lauffray
Ante Genesem, Latin for "Before Genesis," sets yet another new standard in graphic storytelling. Jack Stanton is the sole-survivor of an expedition gone horribly wrong. Against all odds, he has returned with proof of a monolith, 1,500 feet tall, built 20,000 feet above sea level. Inside this monolith is proof that an advanced civilization walked the Earth before man; a civilization of immense power, and incredible evil. As he prepares to promote his new book about the monolith, Jack is haunted by visions and attacked by religious zealots warning of the danger of his findings. Before Jack has time to assess his situation, a supertanker runs aground in New York. This catastrophe somehow causes Jack to be stranded in another dimension. Could this dimension actually be Hell? And if Jack is in Hell, what forces are now free on Earth?
HC, 8x11, 46pg, FC $15.95

THE INCAL #10
by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov
This issue continues with the conclusion to the first story arc. Everything has gone to hell for John and his allies. Captured and defeated by their enemies, all hope seems lost. In fact, all hope is lost when things go from bad to worse as Luz becomes involved in an arranged marriage, and a major character dies. John seems okay with all of this, as he won't even remember after he is forcibly brainwashed. Just wait until things start to get really bad. Also, witness the first appearance of the actual Incal in an event that ties directly into the Moebius issues! Cover art and color by Ladronn.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg $2.95

I BOX PUBLISHING

THIEVES & KINGS #39
by Mark Oakley
Wizard's apprentice, Heath Wingwhit, finds herself on a sorcerer's quest. In the heart of the Sleeping Wood, she must discover the magic Tree from which all the water in the world first came. She is troubled to discover it deeply scarred with mystic runes...
b&w, 24pg $2.50

ICARUS PUBLISHING

A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY #3
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ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 64pg $4.99

IDW

30 DAYS OF NIGHT #1
by Steve Niles & Ben Templesmith
Have you imagined living in total darkness? They have. In the sleepy, secluded Alaskan town of Barrow, the sun sets and doesn't rise for over 30 consecutive days and nights. From the darkness, across the frozen wasteland, an evil will come that will bring the residents of Barrow to their knees. The only hope for the town is the Sheriff and Deputy; a husband and wife who are torn between their own survival and saving the town they love. The feeding frenzy begins this June... 30 Days of Night is written by Steve Niles (Clive Barker's Tapping the Vein, I Am Legend, Fused!) and illustrated by Ben Templesmith (Hellspawn). Cover by Ashley Wood.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.99

ILLUSTRATION STUDIO

FATAL BEAUTY #1 PREVIEW SPECIAL WITH FREE TRADING CARD
by Don Paresi
Fatal Beauty is Don Paresi's two-year project in the making. This 48-page special is loaded with 100% new fantasy and dark fantasy artwork from the upcoming premium trading card set by Paresi. They're all here: amazons, Egyptian queens, priestesses, sirens, vampires, damsels, nymphs, barbarians and just plain babes. Loaded with ample bad girls and beauties, these premium drawings deliver nothing but the highest quality art, all previously unpublished and ready for your bad-girl collection. This art packed issue previews the trading card images much more extensively than any handful of promo cards. The book includes art not used in the set, as well as works-in-progress, and a special hand-inserted (unstamped) chase card not included in the card set or foil box!
MATURE READERS
b&w $3.95

IRONCAT

FUTABA-KUN CHANGE! VOLUME 8 #5
Have you ever finished a great story, and still wonder what happened to all the other characters? Well, this time around, esteemed artist Hiroshi Aro packed this month's issue with short stories about all of your favorite Futaba-kun Change! folks! Step inside the kitchen of the scientific Kojiro sisters for a little cooking experiment, or watch Futana sneak pictures of Futaba bathing! Then get ready for a little surprise, 'cause Futaba wasn't the only Shimeru teenager with a gender-bending fiancee from Kuni Island!
b&w, 32pg $2.95

VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 4 #5
This month, we continue to delve into Rasa's memories as she tries to capture Yui. Meanwhile, Senju meets up with the mysterious Madoka , and even with his considerable powers, Senju may lose the upper hand in this fight. Read and discover what comes next!
b&w, 32pg $2.95

Sexy Fruit

OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 9 #3
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg $2.95

IRON HAMMER GRAPHICS

VECNA : HAND OF THE REVENANT VOLUME 1 GN
by Modi Thorsson & Kevin McCann
From the birth of fantasy as a genre and for 30 years since, the name of Vecna has terrified generations of gamers and been instrumental in creating the new sub-genre of fantasy-horror. Now, three decades after his creation in the Dungeons & Dragons game, writer Modi Thorsson (Master of the Void, Lords of Creation) and artist Kevin McCann (Battletech, Ravenloft) bring the Whispered One into the world of graphic novels! Thirty years of material, hundreds of submissions from fans, and two years of production time have finally brought to life the grim origins of one of the most sinister figures in all of Fantasy. Vecna: Hand of the Revenant is a dark journey into magic and horror both for the thousands who have grown up in Vecna's shadow, and for those who have yet to feel that darkness!
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC $9.95

JAY COMPANY

DARKCHYLDE: REDEMPTION #2 LIMITED ICE BLUE FOIL EDITION
by Randy Queen
For Darkchylde fans, Randy Queen provides another seductive alternate with this special ice blue edition. Originally available only through the online Nightmare Emporium, now these premium comics come to you from Jay Company and Previews! Limited to 500 copies, each book comes bagged and boarded.
FC, 22pg MSRP: $14.99

THE DARKNESS 1996 SAN DIEGO CONVENTION PREVIEW EDITION
by Garth Ennis & Marc Silvestri
Top Cow Fans take notice: The Darkness Special Preview Edition is one of the rarest books ever produced by the studio; only available at the 1996 San Diego Comic Con... until now! This book features the very first appearance of The Darkness in a rare, original story by Garth Ennis and Marc Silvestri! Offered for the first and perhaps only time through Previews and Jay Company!
b&w, 20pg MSRP: $9.99

FATHOM SWIMSUIT SPECIAL 2002 SIGNED & NUMBERED EDITION
by Turner, Park, Cha, Basaldua, & Caldwell
Michael Turner's sexy heroine, Aspen Mathews, returns in this Fathom Swimsuit Spectacular. As part of a special promotion, a limited numbered of copies totaling just 100, have been signed by Turner, and the top names at Top Cow. Andy Park, Keu Cha, Eric Basaldua, and Talent Caldwell round out the cast. Each autographed copy is individually numbered, and comes bagged and boarded, complete with a Certificate of Authenticity.
FC, 24pg MSRP: $29.99

G.I. JOE #1--2ND PRINTING BAYLOCK SIGNED EDITION
by Josh Blaylock & Steve Kurth
80s nostalgia is back with G.I. Joe! The hottest book of the year is now available in a special autographed variant version, limited to only 999 copies worldwide! The signed "Snake Eyes" variant by creator/writer Josh Blaylock, is a sure hit! Comes bagged and boarded, and individually numbered with a Certificate of Authenticity.
FC, 22pg MSRP: $14.99

MAGDELENA: BLOOD LEGACY PREVIEW #1 BENITEZ SKETCH EDITION
by M. Chen & Joe Benitez
Top Cow's Magdelena first appeared in this special preview offered at the MegaCon 2000 show. Jay Company is releasing an original sketch edition, featuring the gorgeous artwork of Joe Benitez! Strictly limited to only 100 copies, each will come signed by the artist, and will be individually numbered and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
b&w, 22pg MSRP: $49.99

TALES OF WITCHBLADE #1 VARIANT TURNER SIGNED EDITION
by Wohl, Daniel, & Turner
Tales of Witchblade #1 is one of the classic books from Top Cow comics. This rare alternate cover depicts Sara Pezzini along with the other wielders of the Witchblade throughout history. As a special bonus, all copies come signed with Certificate of Authenticity by creator-artist Michael Turner!
FC, 22pg MSRP: $14.99

TOMB RAIDER VOLUME 1: SAGA OF THE MEDUSA MASK TP SIGNED & NUMBERED PARK EDITION
by Dan Jurgens & Andy Park
The very first Lara Croft adventure is presented here complete in the saga of the Medusa Mask! Through a special promotion from Jay Company Comics, this Tomb Raider trade paperback comes signed and individually numbered by superstar artist Andy Park, along with a Certificate of Authenticity. Strictly limited, allocations may occur.
SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC MSRP: $19.99

KEENSPOT ENTERTAINMENT

ELF LIFE #3
by Carson Fire
Everyone knows that "glamour" is that intangible magic that makes elves attractive. Revealed at long last, here is how Baughb the elf stole the glamour from the Cesspool Elves. They will never forget this curse that was laid upon them so long ago... and now they are willing to go to war over this ancient injustice! You won't be able to see any of this on elflife.com, making it a must-read for existing Elf Life fans and newcomers alike!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

L33T: COMICS FOR GAMERS #4
New Lower Price and Page Count! Some of the web's best gaming comics team-up under one cover in L33T: Comics For Gamers! This issue spotlights General Protection Fault, Jeffrey T. Darlington's mega-popular web comic peeking into the lives of a group of tech workers at a small software company. The specific focus is on GPF fan-favorite character, Fred the Slime Mold! Plus, more of Greg Dean's Real Life, Ryan Smith's Ront & Mewn, Carson Fire's The Sprite, Ian J's RPG World, Mark Shallow's Adventurers!, and a gaggle of other kick-ass "comics for gamers"!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

KENZER & COMPANY

KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #68
"The Hacktrix"-Knights of the Dinner Table is the longest running comic book on the subject of games and gamers. It's the principal characters - B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, Sara and the dastardly Black Hands - playing numerous characters in their role-playing game, but their essential characteristics and hilarious interactions always shine through whatever roles they're playing. In addition to the comics, KoDT features articles geared to a gamer's perspective.
b&w, 64+pg $2.99

KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE ILLUSTRATED #13
by Plemmons, Brendon & Brian Fraim
Special Issue! Starring the Black Hands! This month, take a break from the misadventures of Knuckles, El Ravager, Zayre and Teflon Billy to focus instead on the Black Hands - Rasputin, Kragin, Mephisto and Fire Blossom - in their first full K.ILL appearance! The barbarian, Kragin, is looking for a well-known group of adventurers to join up with - but first he'll have to pass 'The Test.' Don't miss this hysterical issue, entitled "Carry a Big Stick!"
b&w, 24pg $2.99

TONY DIGEROLAMO'S THE TRAVELERS #16
by DiGerolamo, Moreno, & Dunn; cover by Kevin Daily
"World War 1/2"-Beastlyville is at war as the rival Kingdom of Scottsdale unites the other kingdoms against it! In order to save Barbara, the heroes must join the army. Stuck in a squad that's sent on a suicide mission, can our heroes survive when the army's general is their worst enemy? And can six heroes share the same army tent without driving each other crazy? Don't miss the medieval Odd Couple times three! Bimonthly.
b&w, 32pg $2.99

KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE VOLUME 9: BUNDLE OF TROUBLE TP
WOW! It's been 16 months since the last one. Here, as many of you have requested, is the compilation of Knights of the Dinner Table #25-27. This 96-page book also comes with approximately 20 pages of extra material. That's almost like getting an extra Knights issue for free!
SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $9.99

LAST GASP

CONCUSSION: THE ART OF THE PIZZ
The Pizz is one of the innovators of cartoon expressionism. Emerging from the 80s art comix underground, the Pizz has built a career depicting the darker side of the lowbrow art psyche. Last Gasp is proud to present this collection of innovative, eye-searing graphics, collecting some of the artist's most popular graphics, which have graced the interior of pop culture magazines and record covers. It also provides a view of the artist's career evolution that will engage devoted and new fans. Introduction by lowbrow art legend Robert Williams. Available in Softcover and Hardcover editions.
MATURE READERS
SC, PC $24.95
HC, PC $40.00

DEVIL GIRL FIGURINE-LIMITED R CRUMB S&N EDITION
A limited edition scale replica of the larger-than-life original! The Devil Girl Figurine stands 7" tall and comes signed and numbered by her creator, R. Crumb. NOTE: Less than 100 of the original 550-piece run remain.
Figurine $250.00

FACETASM TP-SIGNED & NUMBERED
Gates of Heck is thrilled to be re-issuing this classic game/book with four new faces! Mix and match top, middle and bottom plates of each face to create new tasm-utations - over 7,000 combinations possible! Signed and numbered by artists Charles Burns and Gary Panter! Spiral bound. NOTE: Limited quantities remain. Allocations may occur.
MATURE READERS
SC, FC $70.00

SATAN'S SEX BOOK TP
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 8x11, 46pg, FC $12.95

LONE STAR PRESS

EX PARTE #2
by Williams, Turnbull, & Sever
Ex Parte (Latin for "for one party") is a series of self-contained, single-issue stories about a lawyer who specializes in defending people who live life behind a mask, whether they are hero or villain. Alan Adams is a professor at a sleepy little college in upstate New York. What could Janine Porters possibly want with him? And how does she know all about his alter-ego, The American Athlete? Alan wants answers, but Janine is more curious about his career and his personal life. With reality shifting around them, Janine goads Alan into revealing the dark secret behind his "retirement." You won't guess the surprise ending of "Big Man on Campus!"
FC, 32pg $2.95

PANTHEON #12
by Willingham, Rayn, Williams, & Thomte
Pantheon is LSP's premiere super-hero story; an epic, apocalyptic clash of good and evil. Written by long-time fan-favorite Bill Willingham (The Elementals), this 12-issue series is Willingham's final word on the super-hero genre! This is it! The issue you've been waiting for! Johnny Venture and the Darkside Rangers unleash Operation: Red Sky. Will Meggido stand and fight with the Freedom Machine? Will Deathboy succeed in destroying his arch-nemesis? If you've been following Pantheon from the start, you absolutely cannot miss this final issue!
b&w, 32pg (12 of 12) $2.95

STRANGE HEROES #7
by Willingham, Diaz, de la Rosa, & Aucoin
Strange Heroes is LSP's fantasy adventure title. Borrowing from the anthology series of the 60s, Strange Heroes features two action-packed stories in one cool comic book! Both stories written by Bill Willingham (Pantheon, Elementals)! In Otherland (illustrated by Bobby Diaz & Sam de la Rosa) Tanakura and Mary plan their escape from the Sky Raiders when they are attacked by the Monkeymen! It's a fight for survival, high in the sky, with Mary and Richards lives at stake! Then in Spellbinder (illustrated by Derec Aucoin), Tommy Bowen picks up another bogey with his detection spells, and this bogey's name is Johnny Calaban! Calaban came through the dimensional portal previously guarded by Grendels, and is eager to explore this new world called "Earth."
b&w, 32pg $2.95

MAELSTROM GRAPHICS

NETHER: THE AGE OF MAGA #1
by C.D. Regan
In a dark atmospheric Earth set a thousand years in the future, a plague wiped out most of humanity and allowed demons to invade. Humans struggle to survive in this "neo-primordial" apocalyptic world of mythic horror. Written for mature readers in the vein of J.R.R. Tolkien and Clive Barker.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.95

MANDALAY BOOKS

MCCANDLESS & COMPANY: INSECURITIES
by J.C. Vaughn & Gene Gonzales
Who secures the securities? Old-fashioned con men meet high-tech opportunity, and the resulting case includes $160 million dollars (missing, of course), three crooks on the run, Cayman Islands bank accounts, a business jet, intrigue, danger, sex and murder. Artist Gene Gonzales (from the wildly acclaimed Tales Of The Cherokee) joins creator/writer J.C. Vaughn for this new one-shot as private investigators Carey McCandless, Jessica Williams and their assistant David Bradshaw are on the case! Includes pin-ups by Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti, John K. Snyder III, and William Tucci. Don't miss the new series that CBG called "a taut thriller!" Also includes a special Blackjack back-up feature by Batman: Orpheus Rising creator Alex Simmons and WildStorm artist Steve Ellis! Cover by Gene Gonzales.
b&w, 64pg $5.95

MASTER COMICS

MASTERS OF THE RING #3
by Maurer, Hislope, & Steward
CHAPTER TWO: "The Temple of Sim"-After witnessing the carnage inside the steel cage, things are finally looking better for Ruban as he is adopted by a wealthy entrepreneur and given the chance to start over. But is it too good to be true? Soon Ruban discovers that his new family hides a dark secret; a secret of such unspeakable evil, even his own magic will be powerless to stop it! The new expanded format features more fantasy-adventure action than ever before! Also: an exclusive interview with UFC Triple Crown Champion/former WWF Superstar Dan "The Beast" Severn.
b&w, 32pg (3 of 8) $2.50

MIRAGE STUDIOS

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #4
by Peter Laird & Jim Lawson
The Utroms arrive on Earth - but what is their purpose? And a figure from the Turtles' past returns... but is she friend or foe?
b&w, 36pg $2.95

MOONSTONE BOOKS

THE PHANTOM: THE SINGH WEB
by Ben Raab & Fernando Blanco
Since 1936, he has been thrilling his newspaper audience worldwide. Now, welcome the comics return of the first costumed adventure hero, The Phantom! The bloodthirsty Singh Brotherhood is one of the Phantom's oldest foes. Deep within the Bengali jungle lies their most revered and evil treasure, The Singh Web! It's diabolical secret existed quietly for years, that is until the stunning and ambitious archeologist Dr. Veronica Roberts got her mitts on it. Now, with it's rest disturbed and it's terrible supernatural force placing the entire world at risk, the Phantom must embark on an adventure that will lead him from the streets of New York to the gates of Shaolin. Unfortunately, Hassan Singh, current head of the pirate empire, is a step ahead of him! Hurry, mighty Phantom, before it's too late! Cover by Joel Naprstek. Squarebound.
FC, 48pg $6.95

VAMPIRE THE MASQUERADE: VENTRUE
by Rafael Nieves & Andy Bennett
This is the latest volume in Moonstone's series of one-shots based in the noir universe of White Wolf's Vampire the Masquerade role-playing game! Single White Female runs head first into Vampyros Lesbos in this tale of Ventrue terror! Anne and Chris meet in a mall parking lot one evening. Her friend and roomie, Beth, helps to hook them up, and a grand romance begins to bloom. Or so it seems. Beth has her own plans for Chris, as she seemingly has for all of the men Anne becomes involved with! Chris, who becomes increasingly suspicious of both women, plays along to a shocking who's dead?/who's alive?/who's simply psychotic? conclusion! Cover by Ken Meyer Jr. Square-bound.
MATURE READERS
FC, 48pg $6.95

NBM BOOKS

ATTITUDE: THE NEW SUBVERSIVE POLITICAL CARTOONISTS
Edited by Ted Rall
To Hell with those hackneyed mainstream political cartoons! Donkeys and elephants are history. Daily newspaper cartoons make lame jokes about the news while sucking up to the corporations that own them. Here's the next generation of artists out to save the world: political cartoonists who run in your local weekly alternative paper; uncensored and in the raw! Attitude includes cartoons and interviews with Tom Tomorrow, Peter Kuper, Ruben Bolling, Lloyd Dangle, Andy Singer, Don Asmussen, Clay Butler, Jen Sorensen, Scott Bateman, Tim Eagan, Derf, Lalo Alcaraz, Joe Sharpnack, Eric Bezdek, William L. Brown, Ward Sutton, Stephanie McMillan, Mickey Siporin, Jim
Siergey, Ted Rall, & Matt Wuerker.
SC, 8x11, 128pg, b&w $13.95

ODDBALLZ #2
by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet
For McConey, it turns out the bag with a million bucks is a test by the very same employer of one of his rambunctious friends, has he passed it? And why the test anyway? As for our little terror Astronauts of the Future, the plan is to run amok in public offices unleashing a cantankerous dog to distract attention while they search for Alien clues! The beguilingly goofy humor comes atcha' every 2 months!
b&w $2.95

Eurotica

STRAY MOONBEAMS TP
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 8x11, 64pg, b&w $10.95

GRIN & BARE IT MAGAZINE #5
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Magazine, 48pg, PC $5.95

NEKO PRESS

NIGHT WRAITH BETA #2
by Wilkins,Voo, & Galloway
Outnumbered but not beaten, the mysterious Night Wraith fulfills his promise of vengeance to the evil Vulcan Corporation. In this issue you will discover the secret origin of his past and why he decided to take the law into his own hands. This action-packed finale will have you reading at the edge of your seat!
b&w, 24pg (2 of 2) $2.95

NEW ENGLAND COMICS PRESS

THE TICK GOLDEN AGE COMIC #2
NEC Press continues its celebration of the Golden Age of comics with the second issue of their all-new, 40-page tribute series! Printed in "extra-wide" Golden Age format on special stock with extra-heavy covers. This issue honors two of the comic genres that dominated the Golden Age of comics in the late 1940's and early 1950's, with two different covers each in the classic style of two dominant genres of this era: Horror and Jungle comics! This issue continues the storyline from issue #1, as The Tick and his super-heroic associates must travel to a "land beyond time" and brave dungeons of supernatural horror on a quest to save the world from complete destruction! Plus: "spoof ads" and back-up features - all created in the "Golden Age" style!
EXTREMELY CREEPY COVER-b&w, 40pg $4.95
FEROCIOUSLY HEROIC COVER-b&w, 40pg $4.95

ONI PRESS

HOPELESS SAVAGES: GROUND ZERO #1
by Van Meter O'Malley, & Watson
Comics' favorite family returns in their second original mini-series! Pity poor Zero. It's hard to be the youngest member of the clan. Be it pursuing her own music, dealing with the travails of high school, or indulging in her first crush, the rest of her family has already been there, done that. When the handsome man on campus, Thad, asks her out, Zero is all aglow - until she discovers that his intentions were less than honorable, and her retaliation ends up getting her grounded. It's a tough time, since, despite the family being full of sagely advice about love, the only one that seems to understand is the adorable boy in science class that she can't leave the house to see! With a special flashback by Andi Watson and a cover by Terry Dodson (Harley Quinn)!
b&w (1 of 4) $2.95

HOPELESS SAVAGES VOLUME 1 TP
by Van Meter, Norrie, & Clugston-Major
Family ties are the earliest ties that bind, setting the tone for the paths we will take in our future. So what if your father is Dirk Hopeless and your mother Nikki Savage, a superstar couple from the days of punk rock? When you're born a rebel, what can you possibly do to make yourself stand apart? For Rat Hopeless-Savage, the answer is to leave home and become a normal citizen with a nine-to-five job! This edition collects all four issues of the critically acclaimed mini-series, along with four special color stories - all under one cover for the first time - from writer Jen Van Meter and artists Christine Norrie, and Chynna Clugston-Major (Blue Monday). Cover by Andi Watson (Slow News Day). Digest format.
SC, 112pg, PC $13.95

SIDEKICKS TRADE PAPERBACK
by J. Torres & Takeshi Miyazawa
The cult super-hero teen soap opera is now at Oni Press! Terry Highland isn't like other kids. The daughter of an ex-super-hero sidekick, Terry has powers of her own. But when you're a new student at a school like Shuster Academy that's hardly out of the ordinary! Terry has a pyromaniac firestarter in homeroom, a werewolf in Geometry, killer robots in gym - and that's just before lunch! Sounds like a super-teen's dream-come-true... but there's just one catch: In order to make the grade at this school, you can't use your powers! This new trade paperback collects the three-issue mini-series, previously published by Fanboy Entertainment.
SC, 6x9, 96pg, b&w $8.95

MADMAN ADVENTURES TP
by Mike Allred
Yes, it's that Madman! Who else? Oni Press is proud to be reprinting the second mini-series in full-color! Originally released by Tundra, the trade paperback of these comics went out-of-print quite some time ago, leaving new Mike Allred fans (the folks who jumped on board with X-Force and The Atomics) floundering. They wanted to know all about Frank Einstein, but they couldn't make it happen. Now, they can! And this is the cool one, too, where Madman goes back in time and you get to see Mike draw cool dinosaurs and stuff. This is history, folks. You need to know it to understand the present. Plus, this edition features a new cover, the color version of the first ever Frank Einstein story, and a special gallery section!
SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $14.95

SHOT CALLERZ #2
by Gary Phillips & Brett Weldele
She's been double-crossed, spied on, and even shot, but Nea Garvin is through playing the victim. She's out to find the man that did her wrong and get back the money that's rightfully hers and not a shot caller, pimp, or gangsta' on the planet is going to stop her! The trail of her ex-lover, Phil Tangiers, is getting warmer, and the action is heating up in this second issue of black hearts and black humor by veteran crime novelist Gary Phillips (Perdition, USA; Shooter's Point) and artist Brett Weldele (Couscous Express, Ultimate Spider-Man Special).
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95

SKINWALKER #2
by DeFilippis, Weir, Hurtt, & Dela Cruz
Things are heating up as the killer that Officer Adakai and FBI Special Agent Haworth are hunting takes to the road, leaving bodies to mark his trail. More specifically, leaving behind the shells of each body, since he has gained the ability to jump from body to body, becoming a new and different person in order to stay one step ahead of his pursuers. As the body count builds, so does the heat from Washington. Another agent is sent into the field to get things moving forward-but did the brass have completely altruistic reasons for assigning him to the case? Written by Nunzio DeFilippis (Detective Comics) and Christina Weir, pencilled by Brian Hurtt (Queen & Country), inks/digital tones by Arthur Dela Cruz (Kissing Chaos), and covers by Durwin Talon (Batman: Officer Down).
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95

COURTNEY CRUMRIN & THE NIGHT THINGS #4
by Ted Naifeh
Moving to the suburbs has been tough on Courtney. Back in the city, she had a life; her friends, teachers, and urban living treated her right. But now the kids at school all think she's a freak; her teachers are getting pushy about her slowly sinking grades, and most of her time is spent reading magic books out of her creepy old Uncle Aloysius' library. All that, however, is about to change! Meet the new Courtney! She's pleasant to be around! She fits in with the in crowd! She's the teacher's pet! Can this revamped and re-energized Courtney be the real deal, or is there something else entirely afoot?
b&w, 32pg (4 of 4) $2.95

QUEEN & COUNTRY #9
by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez
Tara Chace is in Cairo, finessing information about a potential terrorist threat from Mahmoud Youssef, a Lebanese agent for the Groupe Islamique Arme. Tara is walking dangerous ground, as not only is the accuracy of Youseff's information in question, but so are his motives. Is he just out for money? Is he out for revenge? Is he setting the Minders up? And before SIS pays Youssef a penny, they must verify his claims - something they can't do by themselves. But to get CIA assistance, a whole new price must be paid... one that could cost a Minder's life. MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

PAPYRUS MEDIA GROUP

HEDG #1 SIGNED
by Patrick Sherman
Hedg #1 broke new ground as the starting point for the first fully rendered, all-digital comic book franchise. Papyrus Media Group is making this issue available once again, signed by the series' creator, Patrick Sherman! Enter the shadowy, future world of Hedg with this collectible!
MATURE READERS
FC, 36pg $2.95

PENNY DREADFUL PRESS

XXX LIVENUDEGIRLS #1
by Nikki Coffman & Lauren McCubbin
XXX LiveNudeGirls #1 is not what you think. It is written and illustrated by two women who have lived these stories (or overheard them at parties, or read them on bathroom walls). It is a scrapbook of bad choices, replayed in dream-like Technicolor. NOTE: This book is not erotica, in spite of its provocative title.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

PETER FOUR PRODUCTIONS

SPECWAR #2
by Lauria, Docherty, & Lopez
The SPECWAR Team conducts a live-fire Capabilities Exercise (CAPEX) demonstration for the President and First Lady. After the CAPEX the individual Team members are introduced to the President and awarded medals for their actions in thwarting the terrorist attack in Issue No.1. Returning to their compound they continue training in a variety of tactical operations. During a night on the town they avoid a barroom brawl and return to the base where they are put on alert for another mission that will take place in Issue #3.
MATURE READERS
FC, 28pg $3.25

RADIO COMIX

UNUSUAL U #1
by James Hanrahan & John Barrett
Transferring to a new school always means a period of adjustment. For Danny Stringer, this requires a little more adjustment than average. Between coming in at the middle of a week, and getting his schedule settled, he doesn't have time to worry about why classes are held in a giant robot, or the origin of said giant robot! Is the coach really a secret government agent? Is the vice-principal really performing experiments on the students? Why does the guidance counselor wear leather and carry a guitar? And Danny's heard of Jocks and Goths, but who are the "Mads"? He'll just have to figure it out as he goes along! Written by James Hanrahan, former writer on early Ninja High School, with artwork by John Barrett of Gold Digger: Edge Guard! Bimonthly.
b&w, 32pg $2.99

FURRLOUGH #114
by Various
Furrlough - your only monthly source for anthropomorphics! This issue: Christina Hanson and Ed Garcia serve up another chapter of their lovely medieval romance Ebin and May, while Joe Rosales turns up the heat in his historic war epic, Romanics. Plus, more video-game-style adventure in Erick Melton and William Ruzicka's Neo Bio-Form Go! All wrapped up in a spicy cover by Phil Morrissey.
b&w, 32pg $2.99

MANGAPHILE #16
by Various
Mangaphile - the magazine for Manga Fans! Your one-stop source for the latest in American manga comics and information! Comics in this issue include more of J.C. Amberlyn's Spiral, a fanciful tale of alternate worlds and magical transformations. Also in this issue, short tales by Amado Rodriguez Jr, Brandon Graham, and Eddie Perkins. Articles include another educational chapter of Pat Duke's enlightening "Photoshop for Comics," plus an in-depth look at manga and dojinshi. Cover by fan-fave Susan Meyer. Quarterly.
b&w, 48pg $8.99

Sin Factory

ANUBIS: DARK DESIRE #1
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 48pg $8.99

GENUS #54
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 48pg $8.99

REBELLION

2000A.D. PROGS 1294-1297
Summer is just around the corner and the thrills are heating up in Britain's award-winning cult horror, fantasy and sci-fi anthology comic! The dark and gritty Sin City by John Wagner and Kev Walker continues as future lawman Judge Dredd plunges deeper into the seedy underbelly of the floating pleasure palace. There's more paranormal devastation in the epic 13 by Eisner-award nominated writer Mike Carey (Lucifer) and Andy Clarke. Also, the last of the genetic infantryman, Tor Cyan, begins his quest to discover the truth about his past in Rahab by John Tomlinson and Jock, and will Dredd catch up with alien super-fiend Judge Death in time in "My Name is Death" by John Wagner and Frazer Irving? Plus, more from the best bullet-monkeys around, Sinister Dexter, by Dan Abnett and Cam Smith!
Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea.

JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE VOLUME 4 #12
It's not just an Ugly rumor! After 17 years, Mega-City One nabob of slob, Otto Sump, returns in the Judge Dredd epic, "Citizen Sump," a two-part tale by John Wagner and John Higgins. Also in this issue; Missionary Man by Gordon Rennie and John Ridgway, two all-new Thrills, more from Bad Company and the secret history of 2000 AD, and the further exploits of Mike Mignola's Hellboy!
Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99

RED EYE PRESS

VALENTINE #7
by Dan Cooney w/Peter Palmiotti
RED RAIN Part 1 (of 2)-The latest story arc featuring Dana Valentine, assassin for hire. It's been six months since the events of the last issue. Following the forced ditching of her escape helicopter in the San Francisco bay (and subsequent rescue by a boater), Valentine is fully recovered and ready to re-enter the world under a new identity, leaving her old life as an assassin behind. Presumed dead, the CIA has closed her case, and the bounty for her capture - dead or alive - still hangs over her head. Angelo, the man who helped her, has a shady past of his own, and when a Russian mob enforcer comes knocking, Angelo may pay the price with his life. Will Dana reveal herself to save her friend, or walk away?
b&w, 32pg $3.50

REDLIGHT MANGA

SHEILA'S DIARY THREE VOLUME SET
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
Set (x3), b&w $39.50

RENAISSANCE PRESS

AMELIA RULES VOLUME 1: IN WITH THE OUT CROWD TP
by Jimmy Gownley
This gorgeous edition collects the first 5 issues of the critically acclaimed hit series, Amelia Rules! Praised by everyone from Mike Allred to Eddie Campbell to Wizard's Edge, this series is laugh-out-loud-funny, with stories like "Saturday Morning TV," "The Gym Class System," "Love Me Boo," and the infamous "Sneeze Barf Incident." Yet, intertwined with these hysterical moments of childhood fun is a story of perseverance, and hope. Amelia's parents have split-up, and she is forced to deal with a new definition of family. Helping her through the transition are an odd group of friends and a really cool aunt, who shows her that adults are capable of compassion and kindness. Not just for kids, not just for adults, this series is a true must-read for fans of the comic book form, and this trade paperback is the place to jump on board!
SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $14.95

REPRODUKT

DIE FABRIK GRAPHIC NOVELLA
by Genevieve Castree
In this wordless story, Genevieve Castree compares the dull, monotonous work in a factory with the poetry and freedom of life in the jungle. One of the robot slaves can't stand the brutal work he is forced to do any longer, he tries to escape. And we witness the fate of one of the factory's guards, who is being punished for his cruelty. But revenge has its price!
b&w, 40pg $8.00

SECOND 2 SOME STUDIOS

TWO OVER TEN #1-5 SIGNED SET
Here's your chance to get the complete mini-series of Two Over Ten, featuring the first published work from Fade from Blue's hot, up-and-coming artist Scott Dalrymple! Each bagged set contains first printings of all five issues, plus a numbered certificate signed by Dalrymple, creator Myatt Murphy, and cover artist Chris Rhoads. This special collection is limited to just 500 sets!
Set (x5) $14.95

SHANDA FANTASY ARTS

KATMANDU #26
by Curtis, Phillips, Jennings, & Moore
It's "Liar's Moon" with Carole's American Indikats, and that translates to 'Halloween' for the rest of us! As the kids get ready to dress up and listen to spooky stories, a new member of the tribe sees great danger ahead for Liska with his psychic powers. This issue also marks the debut of the new series, Oona The Cave Bunny by Mark Moore!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $4.99

EXTINCTIONERS VOLUME 2 #11
by Howard, Singshow, Earle, & Addlesee
Psyches are fragile as the group returns home from their latest adventure with more questions about themselves than about the impending threat that faces their world. Things are only going to get more complicated. Pandora's home of Yukoutoki, Napaj is facing a serious mystery since the son of her father's colleague has disappeared and attacks on prominent Napaj leaders increase. Could this be more work by the humans? This 48-page issue of action, mystery, and drama sports the first crossover with Japanese artists Ken Singshow's Andorozons.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $4.99

SHEBA VOLUME 3 #2
by Walter S. Crane
Celebrate the tenth anniversary of Sheba as Egypt finally comes out of the Dark Ages! Though people can read hieroglypics, it doesn't exactly mean that they say much! As Napoleon's campaign charges on, will the ground up remains of Sheba herself go to fuel that machine? And will 3M keep his name in the face an inellectual property lawsuit by the Monumental Marble Mausoleum company? And just who is the secret weapon that Egypt unveils to defeat Napoleon?
b&w, 48pg $4.99

SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT

EMPTY ZONE: CONVERSATIONS WITH THE DEAD #1
by Jason Alexander
Corinne, an ex-government operative, spends her days hiding from her previous employers, and her nights working as a freelance mercenary. Recently, she's been "seeing" things. So when she's hired by a multinational corporation to assassinate a few low-level mobsters with questionable ties to the company, she stifles her suspicions and considers herself lucky to get such a simple job. But as Corinne's encounters with what may or may not be angry ghosts from her past increase, she begins to wonder if there might be a connection between this new contract and her long-gone days of operating as a government tracer. And with the anniversary of her former teammates' collective assassination approaching, Corinne worries that these so-called ghosts might include some old friends who plan to haunt their killer forever - and that killer is her.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

SCOTT LEWIS' BLACK ANGELS PORTFOLIO
by Scott Lewis
Talented newcomer Scott Lewis will stun audiences everywhere with his first ever creator-owned project in the comic industry: the Black Angels Portfolio, wherein beautiful vixens are fully rendered in pencil illustrations of nearly photo-realistic quality! Each plate has been painstakingly reproduced with high-intensity duotone screens that are printed on archival quality paper. This high-end portfolio is strictly limited to 1,000 copies, signed & numbered by the artist. No nudity.
MATURE AUDIENCES
Portfolio, 11x17, b&w $19.95

SCARY GODMOTHER: GHOULS OUT FOR SUMMER TP
by Jill Thompson
Jill Thompson's most ambitious Scary Godmother mini-series is now available in one big book! This epic story centers on the origin of Scary Godmother and the lives of her Fright Side friends during one extended Summer Break. As Hannah goes off to suffer through a summer camp nightmare with her cousin Jimmy, Bug-a-Boo spends a horrible vacation with his nagging parents, and Orson is shipped off to Summer Ghoul with the Dark Master - an ancient and demented vampire whose pupils never graduate! But Scary Godmother gets the worst deal of all when her school days chum, Tinkaree, kidnaps her and takes her place as the Queen of the Fright Side!
SC, 7x10, 136pg, b&w $14.95

SECTION 8: EMPTY ZONE COLLECTOR'S SET
by Jason Alexander
Fans of the cult hit series Empty Zone won't want to miss this: a rare pair of the first appearances of Jason Alexander's Empty Zone! Section 8 was a small press anthology comic Jason self-published in 1995. These original first printings of Section 8 #1 and #4 contain the first two Empty Zone stories, featuring the first appearances of Corinne, Banx, Zed, and the rest of the Empty Zone crowd. As an added bonus, this special collector's set comes with an official certificate signed by creator Jason Alexander.
Pack (x2), b&w $8.00

SORHENN GRAFIKS

POLSTAR VOLUME 1: MANGROVE JACK GN
by Jean Leturgie & Simon Leturgie
2060, The Three Sages, leaders of the Empire, deprived their people of all freedoms, stole their children, manipulated their dreams and their hopes. Small, ugly, egoistic, ready for all compromising to conserve his cramped life... Nicolas Polstar, an ordinary citizen of Megapolis, discovered his family exterminated one evening. The massacre was signed by "Mangrove Jack," opponent to the power of The Three Sages. Profoundly affected, the small man turned into a frightening machine of war. Polstar engaged in a bloodiest revenge. It will lead him to discover the terrible secrets of the Empire. This is the first translated volume of a series already up to four volume in its native country of France.
MATURE READERS
SC, 8x11, 52pg, FC $8.75

SUMMERTIME COMICS

THE INVINCIBLE ED: THE BEATING OF ED #1
by Ryan Woodward
An alien race has decided to grant superhuman powers to one human in order to preserve the planet Earth. However, in a botched-up plan, Lance Lundgrin, an all-American jock/bully, must share his new powers with the ultimate geek at Chesterton High School, Ed!
FC, 24pg (1 of 6) $3.50

SUNDRAGON COMICS

VENDETTA: THE ROAD TO VENGEANCE #1
by Hanzel & Olson, Williams II, & Stegbauer
Following the murder of his Grandparents, Robert Patrick Tanner dons a costume and "spirit mask" and takes to the city streets in pursuit of those responsible. Cutting a swath through the Minneapolis underworld, Vendetta uncovers the trail of the true murderer and sets off seeking retribution. The mini-series features three covers illustrated by Philip Hester, artist for DC's Green Arrow and The Brave and The Bold.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95

TITAN

TRANSFORMERS VOLUME 4: MATRIX QUEST TP
by Furman, Senior, & Delbo
The best-selling Transformers series continues! The Creation Matrix - the lifeforce of Transformers, the essence of their creator, Primus - has been lost for an age. Now, with the chaos-bringer Unicron bearing down on Cybertron, the Autobots must locate the Matrix before all is lost. But they're not the only ones looking for it, and the Matrix itself may be more than they can handle! Simon Furman will be writing an all-new Transformers mini-series for Dreamwave set on Cybertron, and featuring Generation 1 characters! Cover by Andrew Wildman.
SC, 7x10, 144pg, FC $19.99

JUDGE DREDD: THE CURSED EARTH DELUXE HC
by Mills, McMahon, & Bolland
When a lethal plague devastates Mega-City Two, leaving the city overrun with mutants and victims, Judge Dredd volunteers to deliver the vaccine that will save its last remaining inhabitants. But first, he and his crew have to get there - 1,000 miles across the Cursed Earth, the lethal radioactive wasteland that separates the cities. With cannibals, dinosaurs, mutants and criminals of every stripe between the Judges and their goal, it's not going to be a smooth journey! Cover by Brian Bolland.
HC, 9x12, 160pg, b&w $29.99

TANK GIRL VOLUME 2 TP
by Alan Martin & Jamie Hewlett
She's back! The crazed counter-culture heroine returns in another series of anarchic adventures, with a new introduction by Alan Martin and previously unseen material from artist Jamie Hewlett! Join Tank Girl as she escapes from the asylum, goes back to comics school with Hewlett and Martin, meets Sheriff Harry Poussini, enjoys a 'Summer Love Sensation,' and goes on the road with Jack and Neal in "Blue Helmet!" Plus, detective adventures with Booga in "Askey & Hunch," "Hewlett and Martin's Guide to Joy," and much more - including a priceless chance to join Booga's Treehouse Club! Who could ask for more? Who would? Features art by British creator Jamie Hewlett, best known for his design of the virtual pop group Gorillaz, whose high profile ensures mass media coverage-and who will shortly be presenting their own show on MTV UK!
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC

TOKYOPOP

Comics

GUNDAM WING - ENDLESS WALTZ #4
by Hajime Yadate & Yoshiyuki Tomino
After a year of peace, a new war is brewing in the Earth Sphere. Mariemaia Barton, the self-proclaimed heir to the Earth Sphere throne, is sending her army of Serpent Mobile Suits to take over the Earth and it's up to the Gundam boys to stop her. While Duo, Trowa, and Quatre prepare to fight Mariemaia's army, Heero wages the most difficult battle of his life when he battles Wufei who thinks he's still fighting the One-Year war.
b&w, 40pg (4 of 5) $2.99

SAINT TAIL #20
by Megumi Tachikawa
It's spring break time, and the kids of Saint Paulia's school are going to the aquarium. Seira tells Meimi that a rare pearl dolphin in the aquarium was acquired illegally, so Meimi transorms into Saint Tail to set the dolphin free. As always, Asuka Jr. is hot on Saint Tail's tail, but the longer he chases her, the more confused he gets on why he's chasing her.
b&w, 48pg $2.99

MIRACLE GIRLS #22
by Nami Akimoto
Identical twins Toni and Mika tried using their miracle powers to teleport to London to find Mika's boyfriend, Chris, but they ended up in the island kingdom of Diamas instead. They learn that the queen of this island is also a twin and that twin and her sister is missing. Toni and Mika would like to help, but they've been mistaken for spies!
b&w, 48pg $2.99

MIRACLE GIRLS #23
by Nami Akimoto
The Miracle Girls have teleported home, but all is not well. Chris is still stuck on the isle of Diamas where Queen Marie tries to convince him to stay with her. The twins think there's something up with the queen, who has a twin sister as well, but doesn't seem concerned that she's missing. The legends say that Diamas is meant to be ruled by two twin sisters - perhaps Marie would rather rule alone...
b&w, 48pg $2.99

CARDCARDCAPTOR SAKURA #29
by CLAMP
The Clow Cards are changing into Sakura cards! In her previous battles, she's just unlocked Clow Reed's power from within the cards, but now Sakura's power is strong enough that she can create magic of her own! Kero is proud of Sakura's new skills, but he's worried that a new enemy might be nearby. Last night he and Yueh were magically bound and unable to move. The only ones with enough to power to do that would be their new master Sakura, or their old master Clow Reed... But Clow has been dead for many years. Who could it be?
b&w, 48pg $2.99

Comic Anthology

SMILE VOLUME 4 #7
The Final Issue of the critically acclaimed shojo manga anthology! Paradise Kiss (by Ai Yazawa): When Yukari refuses to stop seeing her friends at Paradise Kiss, her mom disowns her. Now Yukari has left home and moved into Arashi's apartment while she looks for work. Miwako sets her up with a modeling job at the Happy Berry clothing company, but while Yukari might have the right body to be a model, is she ready for the working world when she hasn't even finished high school? Plus: MARS (by Fuyumi Soryo): Rei is still haunted by shadows of the past. Several years ago his brother committed suicide and Rei still blames himself. Perhaps that's why he lives such a reckless life. Up until now Kira's been the weak one and Rei's done the comforting, but when Rei starts having a mental breakdown, she'll have to lend him her strength.
b&w, 144pg $4.99

Graphic Novels

CHOBITS VOLUME 2 GN
by CLAMP
Hideki's luck with girls seems to be turning around. First his sexy test-prep teacher asks to sleep over, then the landlady starts doing him favors, and even the really cute girl from work goes out with him. And then there's Chi. She's the artificially intelligent Persocom that Hideki found, and as she continues to grow and learn, she hopes that Hideki will be her one true love. She'll do anything thing for Hideki, so when he tells her he's low on money, she takes a job. But when Hideki finds out what she's been paid to do, he'll do anything to bring her home.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

CORRECTOR YUI VOLUME 4 POCKET TP
by Keiko Okamoto
When Yui was first transported to Com-Net to become Corrector, her mentor I.R. thought there was a mistake. Now it turns out he was right! Yui's best friend Haruna was meant to be the Corrector, but through a mix-up, Yui became corrector instead! All is well, though, when Haruna gets a Corrector suit of her own, and she's so charming that all the Corrector programs instantly take a liking to her. Something's not right though... Why would Haruna encourage the Corrector programs to fight each other? Could it be the work of the evil Grosser?
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

COWBOY BEBOP VOLUME 2 GN
by Hajime Yatate & Yutaka Nanten
The exciting misadventures of the motliest crew of bounty hunters this side of Ganymede, as currently seen on Cartoon Network! Spike Spiegel, Jet Black and Faye Valentine are on the hunt for new targets, inspired by the hit anime series. Cowboy Bebop blends science fiction, spaghetti westerns, film noir, and jazz music into a new genre that's all about style. As each volume features four stand-alone adventures, this is the perfect time to find out what all the excitement is about.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

DRAGON KNIGHTS VOLUME 2 GN
by Mineko Ohkami
Part dragons. Part knights. All glam! The first volume of Dragon Knights dropped you right in the action, as Rune, Rath and Thatz journeyed to Draqueen to deliver the head of their enemy Nadil to their master, the Dragon Lord Lykouleon. Now find out how this unlikely band of heroes got their jobs as volume 2 takes you back to "Before they were Dragon Knights!" In the fabulous kingdom of Draqueen, Lykouleon and his court are always vigilant against the forces of the Yokai demons, but they have no army to fight back. When a stubborn thief and a love struck elf cross his path, he may have found just the ones to help him.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

GTO: GREAT TEACHER ONIZUKA VOLUME 3 GN
by Tohru Fujisawa
GTO (Great Teacher Onizuka) is the award-winning, record-breaking story of Eikichi Onizuka, a 22 year old ex-biker who becomes a teacher for less excitement and action... or so he thought! Eikichi Onizuka lands his first teaching job and gets ready to make all of his dreams come true. But he's got to take on the toughest class of kids in his new school to prove his worth! When his brand-new class hatches a plan that involves humiliating Onizuka into early retirement at every turn, Onizuka's ready to set the record straight one bully at a time. Now, he just needs to stay out of trouble long enough to teach them a lesson they'll never forget!
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

GTO: GREAT TEACHER ONIZUKA VOLUME 4 GN
by Tohru Fujisawa
When trouble at school reaches the boiling point, Eikichi Onizuka is left to wonder if his job, and all of his teaching dreams, are history. But the promise of a date with a cute co-worker means he can't give up now! It'll take more than violent kids and the killer school sports meet to keep Onizuka from crossing the finish line. And if can get through this big mess, he may finally become the Great Teacher he's destined to be.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

INITIAL D VOLUME 2 GN
by Shuichi Shigeno
Initial D is The Fast and the Furious meets Speed Racer! The legendary Akagi Red Suns have challenged the Akina Speed Stars, hoping to set a record on Akina Mountain that no one will ever beat. But the Red Suns never counted on Takumi and his Eight Six. As word of Takumi's race with the Red Suns' Keisuke Takahashi spreads through the Gunma Prefecture, other teams are heading to Akina for their shot at Takumi. Of course, he might care more if he wasn't always thinking of his date on the beach with Natsuki.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

INVU VOLUME 1 GN
by Kang-Won Kim
Four teen girls find their lives intertwined in the most bizarre ways! When 16-year-old Sey's mom leaves suddenly for Europe, she leaves Sey with a new family, the Kangs. Her new "family" is supposed to be normal, but when her foster brother turns out to be a sister, she begins to think that her new home is weirder than her old one! Sey looks for a job so she can get her own place and escape her crazy life, but the more she finds out about her new sibling, the more she finds out that their lives are intertwined.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

KARE KANO VOLUME 2 GN
by Masami Tsuda
Can the most perfect girl in school and the most perfect boy get past their grades to find true love? You know that couple that was obviously meant for each other, and everybody knew it, except them? That's Yukino and Soichiro, the two top students in school, who are capable of anything other than a normal relationship. Still, despite all they've been through, it seems they could finally be getting together. But now, the school's token pretty boy, Hideaki, is intent on wedging himself in between them, for reasons they can't begin to imagine.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

KODOCHA VOLUME 2: SANA'S STAGE GN
by Miho Obana; adapted by Sarah Dyer
Sana Kurata: part-time student, part-time actress, but always center stage. 12-year old Sana Kurata is used to getting what she wants - even in love. Ever since she hired her manager, a man 10 years her senior who she calls her "gigalo," she thought it was true love. When Rei shows his feelings for a woman his own age, Sana realizes that Rei's feelings for her are anything but romantic. Sana has romantic problems at school, too, as now former-bully Hayama and mama's boy Tsuyoshi are vying for her affections.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

LOVE HINA VOLUME 3 GN
by Ken Akamatsu
The good news is, Naru can no longer pick on Keitaro for having flunked the college entrance exams three times in a row. The bad news is, she flunked it too! Now Naru just wants to get away from it all and relax by herself in beautiful Kyoto. As fate (or bad luck) would have it, that's the exact same place that Keitaro decides to vacation at. When they check in to their hotel and find out there's only one room left and they'll have to share, Naru and Keitaro's time alone becomes a string of catastrophic mix-ups.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

MARMALADE BOY VOLUME 2 GN
by Wataru Yoshizumi
Miki's boy-trouble spills onto the tennis courts in the second volume of Marmalade Boy! When hotheaded Ginta's doubles partner is injured, his rival, Yuu, is the only one with the skills to fill in. It's a big game for both parties, as they're playing against Ginta's cousin Tsutomu, who also happens to hate Yuu for stealing the girl that he liked in junior high! Things get even more heated when Yuu's former girlfriend Arimi shows up at the game and becomes affectionate with Ginta to make Yuu and Miki jealous. Confused? You won't be once you pick up the most addicting teen soap opera on the market!
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

MARS VOLUME 2 GN
by Fuyumi Soryo
A good girl can change a tough guy forever! No one expected Kira and Rei's relationship to last. He's a streetwise biker with a dark past, she's a shy art student who's picked on by her peers. When another student steals Kira's painting and uses it to win an art show, Rei shows his love by socking the guy in the face. The meek Kira wonders if maybe they aren't made for each other after all.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

MIRACLE GIRLS VOLUME 5 POCKET TP
by Nami Akimoto
The Olsen twins with psychic powers! Mika is heartbroken that her boyfriend Chris has gone to London to study on an exchange program, so she builds a devise to amplify her teleportation powers. With the help of her twin sister Toni, Mika teleports to Chris' current location, which much to her surprise isn't London at all, but the island kingdom of Diamas. It seems that Chris has become caught in a web of secrets and lies involving twin princesses and a missing crown, and it's up to the Miracle Girls to solve the mystery!
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

PEACH GIRL VOLUME 5 POCKET GN
by Miwa Ueda
The riveting high school drama of love, betrayal and acceptance! Sae, the world's worst "best friend," is back with a vengeance! Now that Momo and Toji are finally happy together, Sae will do whatever it takes to break them up, and her latest scheme is her nastiest ever. For Momo's birthday Toji made plans for he and Momo to have a special night alone. But if Sae get's her way, she'll be the one kissing Toji, not Momo!
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

PLANET LADDER VOLUME 2 GN
by Yuri Narushima
Kaguya is lost and confused in a strange new land with no one by her side except her mysterious and silent robot companion, Gold. But when she stumbles into the realm of a strange and beautiful woman named Bambi, Kaguya finally learns about the universe crumbling around her and the motives behind the raging warlords who hunt for her day and night. Now, Princess Kaguya must discover the reason for her royal title in this warring world, and the role she is destined to play in creating peace in the battle-scarred universe.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

PRIEST VOLUME 1 GN
by Min-Woo Hyung
It's Sergio Leone meets Spawn when an Old West priest sells his soul to a devil to get revenge! Ivan Isaacs was once a priest. Devoted to his faith, he would have given up anything for it. Then the establishment he believed in turned on him, sending him headlong into Hell. Now, he's back. With the priesthood now corrupt with demons, the undead and black prayers, he has returned with the help of the demon Belial, a voice in the darkness who offered Ivan a chance at vengeance, in exchange for his soul. With his six-shooter, a Bowie knife at his side, and the white collar of his former life adorning his neck, he is a pale rider, lost in a barren wild west where past and future collide.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

RAGNAROK VOLUME 2 GN
by Myung Jin Lee; adapted by Richard A. Knaak
To save the future, five heroes must confront their pasts! Welcome to Fayon, a city with a magical past... and no future! In her pursuit of the wolf goddess Fenris, the Valkyrie Sara Irine has returned to the city of her birth, the city that sacrificed her and her mother in favor of a new princess, Iris. Sara hasn't seen her father since she was a baby, so she's looking forward to meeting him. But this reunion will be on her terms - to the death!
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

SAINT TAIL VOLUME 5 POCKET TP
by Megumi Tachikawa
For months now, the aspiring young detective Asuka Jr. has been hot on St. Tail's trail. At first he thought he was doing it for justice, then because it was a game with a worthy foe, but now he's beginning to realize that his feelings may be more complex. Of course he's also got feelings for Meimi (not knowing that they're one in the same). Can he finally confess his feelings, and if so, for which girl?
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

SHAOLIN SISTERS VOLUME 1 GN
by Narumi Kakinouchi
Separated at birth, three Shaolin princesses trained in supernatural and physical combat, must work together to defeat ultimate evil. A Juline sequal from the creator of Vampire Princess Miyu! Juline Kenga always thought that she was an only child and the heiress to her martial arts clan. So when an old kung-fu master gives her a magical bell and tells her to find her two older sisters, it comes as quite a surprise. She must find them quickly though, as the evil King Baiwon is trying to capture the three bells that the Kenga sisters hold. Juline finds one sister, Kaline, in a nearby town, but the oldest sister, Seiline, is a pirate captain who won't believe that the other two are her sisters unless they defeat her in combat.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

Anime Books

CARDCAPTORS ANIME BOOK VOLUMES 4 & 5 TPS
by CLAMP
When Sakura Avalon opened the mysterious Clow Book in her dad's library and released the cards inside, she inadvertently signed on for the challenge of a lifetime! In Volume 4: Join Sakura as she faces Mist at play, helps Kero find a new friend, and meets her grandfather; while in Volume 5: Sakura goes to a festival, faces her new rival Meilin, and battles the fearsome
"Fight" card! Catching all of the cards won't be easy, but with the Clow Book's magical guardian, Kero, and her best friend Madison by her side, Sakura just might stand a chance of becoming Cardcaptor!
VOLUME 4-SC, 5x7, 148pg, FC $14.99
VOLUME 5-SC, 5x7, 148pg, FC $14.99

Anime Guides

COWBOY BEBOP ANIME GUIDE VOLUME 5 TP
Based on the smash hit anime series, currently running on Cartoon Network! Cowboy Bebop has quickly become one of the most popular anime series of all time. Now is the perfect time to learn the details about Spike, Faye, Jet, and Ed (and let's not forget Ein!) that you might have missed in the fast paced action. Volume 5 features an extensive character guide to all of the characters in the Bebop universe, plus a bonus pull-out poster featuring the sinister Vicious. This volume covers the episodes: "Pierrot Le Fou," "Boogie Woogie Feng Shui," "Cowboy Funk," and "Brain Scratch."
SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99

COWBOY BEBOP ANIME GUIDE VOLUME 6 TP
Volume 6 features supplements on the series' background art, information on the music, and a bonus pull-out poster featuring the myserious and beautiful Julia. This volume covers the episodes: "Hard Luck Women" and the final two-part episode, "The Real Folk Blues!"
SC, 5x7, 80pg, PC $12.99

Art Books

THE ART OF CARDCAPTOR SAKURA VOLUME 2 ART BOOK
by CLAMP
A wonderful, full-color art book for Cardcaptor fans! Cardcaptor Sakura was the top-selling girls manga in Japan, and now it's the top-selling girls manga in America. Now fans can collect all of the full-color artwork from CLAMP featuring their favorite characters. The Art of Cardcaptor Sakura contains over 100 full color pictures from the series, most of which have never before been seen in America!
SC, 120pg, PC $19.99

PEACH: MIWA UEDA ILLUSTRATIONS ART BOOK
by Miwa Ueda
The last five years have seen a seen tremendous change in the art styles used in girls manga in Japan. Miwa Ueda, creator of Peach Girl, is at the forefront of this revolution. Her artwork contemporary, stylish, and packed with character. PEACH focuses on Ueda's popular teen romance, Peach Girl, with over 100 pictures of leading lady Momo and her boys Toji and Kiley. Also included are illustrations from her previous works, never before seen in America!
SC, 100pg, FC $19.99

THE ART OF MAGIC KNIGHT RAYEARTH ART BOOK
by CLAMP
Magic Knight Rayearth was the seminal fantasy series that skyrocketed the manga creation team CLAMP from small-time creators to international superstars. Now they are the most published creators in America. The Art of Magic Knight Rayearth features over 75 full-color paintings from CLAMP, most never-before-seen in America. The book also includes a black-and-white supplement on the making of the Rayearth manga.
SC, 92pg, FC $19.99

Technical Manuals

GUNDAM TECHNICAL MANUAL VOLUME 4: CHAR'S COUNTERATTACK TP
The fourth volume in a continuing series covering the entire Gundam universe! Many fans think that Char's Counterattack is the best Gundam story ever told. This guide can help you see why. Years after the One Year War, Char Aznable is plotting his revenge, leading a plan of mass destruction that will obliterate the people of Earth. Amuro Ray, pilot of the original Gundam, is the only one who can stop Char! Includes full-color design schematics for all Mobile Suits in Char's Counterattack, histories of the Federation, the Principality of Zeon, biographies of all the key players in Char's Counterattack, and all-new paintings of Gundam units in action!
SC, 5x7, 100pg, PC $12.99

TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS

PINKY & STINKY
by James Kochalka
James Kochalka follows his last two hits, Monkey vs. Robot and The Sketchbook Diaries, with his most ambitious graphic novel yet! Packaged in a super-deluxe "Top Shelf" format, Pinky & Stinky will be one of the coolest releases this summer. Pinky and Stinky are fat little piglets, but just because they're cuties doesn't mean they're not brave astronauts! They embark on a daring mission to be the first pigs on Pluto, but things go horribly wrong as soon as the journey begins. Crash-landing on the moon, they find themselves playing a pivotal role in the American space program. This is an unabashedly fun book, like Star Wars mixed with Pokemon - if you can believe that! Packed with action, adventure, and cute little cuties!
SC, 8x8, 208pg, b&w $17.95

DOUBLECROSS: MORE OR LESS
by Tony Consiglio
Tony Consiglio's Doublecross is one of the funniest and longest-running mini-comics in the biz. Whether you've been lucky enough to see it before or not, here's your chance to grab a cool collection of the best parts of the entire Doublecross saga. Telling a complete story, this hilarious excerpt has us heading to Queens, New York to get a glimpse of Tony's family life, odd jobs, and soon-to-be girlfriends - well, more or less.
SC, 6x9, 64pg, b&w $4.95

XXX STRRIPBURGER
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SC, 6x9, 160pg, b&w $13.95

TYNDALE HOUSE PUBLISHERS

TRIBULATION FORCE VOLUME 3 GN
by Augustyn, Ryan, & Emberlin
The Trib Force faces its first major test as mysterious forces conspire to place divisions and doubt among the team. Meanwhile, the sinister Carpathia escalates his global activities, manipulating both world governments and world religions. As Carpathia expands his public power, members of the Trib Force struggle to resist his control...
SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $5.99

VAMPEROTICA ENTERTAINMENT

VAMPEROTICA DIGITAL 1.0
This month, Vamperotica brings you a truly unique digital experience! This multi-media CD-ROM contains all-new video, comics and photos for your enjoyment. Digital features for this month include: A full-color sneak peek at Kirk Lindo's up-
coming Luxura origin story; "Vamp of The Month" Persephone; and the video feature for this month is an advanced look at the new movie, Vampires In Da' House. This CD contains video and still images, in Quicktime and Jpeg format, so this CD-ROM will play on any computer with a CD drive. The content of the CD is presented like a website for ease of viewing and navigation. Also contains direct links to additional features on the web!
MATURE AUDIENCES
CD MSRP: $12.99

VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS

CURT SWAN: A LIFE IN COMICS SC
The elegant comic book art of Curt Swan defined the look of Superman for over 30 years. His amazing skills of storytelling, draftsmanship, and design brought a realism and sense of wonder to The Man of Steel's adventures, making them the best-selling comic books of their day. Filled with iconic and previously unseen pop art, this fascinating biography traces the artist's career from the beginning on features like Gangbusters to his rise as the top Superman artist. Engaging one-on-one interviews with Swan family members as well as comics legend associates like Joe Kubert, Carmine Infantino, Murphy Anderson, and dozens more, paint a portrait of the man as elegant as the artist's own work Includes never-before-published Superman art and sketches
SC, 9x11, 194pg, PC $19.95

VIGIL PRESS

FISH 'N' CHIPS #3
by Steve Hamaker
The Solomon City Police Department is sending its best officers on a dangerous mission Val Dyer and Jaxer "Fish" Fann will have a chance to take Fixion himself... dead or alive! Val's powerful gem will be all that can protect the lives of thousands - and his own Meanwhile, Clave Dyer is out of work for the time being The extra time off may give him a chance to assist in the fight against the Vampyres The story of how Fish N Chips came together continues...
b&w, 32pg $2.95

WIZARD ENTERTAINMENT

Black Bull

JUST A PILGRIM: GARDEN OF EDEN #4
Cover by DAVE GIBBONS
Written by GARTH ENNIS; Art by CARLOS EZQUERRA; Colors by PAUL MOUNTS
Garth Ennis writes the shocking conclusion to the epic second Just A Pilgrim series Garden Of Eden. Find out who lives and who dies. See how horribly they die and why. Pilgrim's final conflict with amputee pirate Castenado in the first series can't touch this. Learn the fate of Maggie, Christine, the space shuttle Ishmael and the awful truth about the Sliders. To say anymore would spoil the fun. Artist Carlos Ezquerra has outdone himself with his work on this issue. As a special bonus, Just A Pilgrim: Garden Of Eden #4 features dramatic cover artwork by Dave Gibbons (Watchmen) and is edited by Jimmy Palmiotti. In stores June 12, 2002
FC, 32 pg $2.99

Wizard Entertainment

WIZARD: THE COMICS MAGAZINE #130
Wizard: The Comics Magazine #130 is our summer preview issue! This is where you'll get the inside news on the hottest projects. The Fantastic Four by Mark Waid and Mike Wieringo, Black Cat/Spider-Man by Kevin Smith and Terry Dodson along with Battle Of The Planets by Alex Ross are all previewed here. Get additional inside information on: New X-Men the end of Cassandra Nova storyline and why Jean Grey has turned back into Phoenix; Ultimate X-Men: The Coming Of Proteus; and what new Uncanny X-Men writer Chuck Austen plans to do with the title. New X-Men artist, Ethan Van Sciver draws a new Wolverine cover for this issue of Wizard.
Wizard #130 presents a 22-page Avengers #56 preview by acclaimed writer Geoff Johns (JSA, The Flash) with artist Kieron Dwyer (credits). Read it all here first! Artist John Cassaday creates a dazzling new Avengers cover with Iron Man, Captain America and the Scarlet Witch for this issues cover.
Meet the one-and-only Alan Moore in an exclusive Wizard Q&A interview. We sit down with the creator of Watchmen and America's Best Comics to talk about his Marvelman/Miracleman "dispute" with Marvel, what's new with his ABC comics line and what he thinks about the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen motion picture in development, among many other things.
Kevin Smith (Green Arrow) and J. Michael Straczynski (Amazing Spider-Man) are writing some of the best selling comic books published today. Complete your collection of fantastic works with our Smith and Straczynski checklists in this issue!
Wizard Magazine is the only place to get all the news you need to know about your favorite comic books, artists and creators along with information on related media like movies and television. Check out the Top 10 Hottest Comics and find out how comics are trading in the current market place with our price guide which includes data on CGC (Comics Guaranty Corp.) graded books and more.
Magazine (Wolverine by Van Sciver) $4.99
Magazine (Avengers by Cassaday) $4.99

TOYFARE #60
TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #60 is our special fifth anniversary issue! To celebrate, we'll review the Biggest Events In Toys Over The Last 5 Years. From the explosion of new toy companies, action figures, collectible variants, limited edition exclusives and tons more, we bring you the biggest successes, turning points trends and more.
Our Star Wars: Episode II Attack Of The Clones toy expose will inform readers on which of the newest figures are the hottest, rarest and what is yet to come from Hasbro. Transformers is about to have a major event go down, and ToyFare is the place to find out how Hasbro will rock the toy world this summer! We have a special Transformers toy cover direct from Hasbro this month to go along with the event!
Twisted ToyFare Theatre presents its first ever expanded adventure in the largest TTT ever-MEGO SECRET WARS! Mego Spidey and the gang are sucked away from Megoville to the Beyonder's mysterious and deadly realm.
Bandai's Gundam line explodes this summer with the release of G-Gundam. Learn all of the stories behind all of the world's coolest Gundams in this issue!
Get the latest prices for the newest collectible toy craze-Bobble Heads in the ToyFare Price Guide!
ToyFare's MARKETPLACE gets you inside the latest trends, happenings and more. Get the latest Good Tip/Bad Tip, Regional Reports, a Short Pack Breakdown, the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures and more! Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value in our price guide.
ToyFare. has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Whether you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine.
Magazine (G-Gundam cover) $4.99
Magazine (Transformers cover) $4.99

INQUEST GAMER #87
INQUEST GAMER IS NOW STANDARD MAGAZINE SIZE! InQuest Gamer #87 is our MEGA-MAGIC issue with a 40-page mammoth Magic Players Guide. Get every single Magic card with the full Oracle wordings in our super-comprehensive guide. Plus, get more on Judgment in our biggest Magic players issue of the year
What are the best Light Side and best Dark Side decks for Wizards of the Coast's new Star Wars card game? Find out as we give you the Ultimate Star Wars Decks, plus rundown the top cards in this new game.
Yu-Gi-Oh is the newest Japanese import collectible card game from Upper Deck. Get the latest info on every card in our Yu-Gi-Oh Specialty Guide. See all the promos and learn what cards are going for big bucks!
Did You know Lord of the Rings was supposed to be the second ever CCG from Wizards Of The Coast? Richard Garfield designed the Star Wars. card game with Darth Vader and Han Solo in mind, though they're not in the game. We go way behind the scenes of some of the hottest games-Decipher's Lord of the Rings, Wizards of the Coast's Star Wars, Games Workshop's Warhammer, Score's Buffy-and dig up the most interesting facts you never knew about your favorite games.
InQuest Gamer #87 is BIGGER and BETTER with Killer Decks, larger Deck Building 101, Stumpers, IQ News, IQ Theater, and so much MORE!
Play your best with InQuest Gamer! Get the essential info you need as we provide the most complete news and previews on all of the latest Magic: The Gathering and Dragon Ball Z and Mage Knight price guides. InQuest Gamer is THE ONLY MAGAZINE THAT FEATURES THE MOST COMPLETE MAGIC PRICE GUIDES and resources to put you at the top of your game.
Magazine $4.99

WIZARD TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE COLLECTER'S EDITION VOLUME 2
By overwhelming popular demand, Wizard Entertainment presents the second TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE trade paperback! This 104-page book collects more of the best and funniest episodes from ToyFare magazine's monthly Twisted Mego Theatre (TMT) comic strips.
In addition to the 14 strips re-presented here, this book will feature the Top 10 Most Violent Moments that were edited out of ToyFare magazine. See these scenes as they were originally photographed. TV producer and toy fan Joss Whedon, creator of Buffy: The Vampire Slayer, writes the introduction to this landmark collection. Hear from the cast members themselves as they speak to you about being a part of the Twisted ToyFare team every month! Over the past five years, we've shot hundreds of "Big Shots" photos for the ToyFare price guide. In this trade paperback, you'll get a special collection of the funniest and most outrageous ones ever printed. If you loved the first Twisted ToyFare Theatre trade paperback, you'll flip for this volume!
FC, 104 pages, Prestige Format $9.99

Wizard Exclusives

UNCANNY X-MEN #94 WIZARD ACE EDITION
Wizard ACE Editions are back with another one of the most requested Marvel comics that fans have asked to get an ACE of-Uncanny X-Men #94, with the very first appearance of the all-new X-Men by writer Len Wein and artist Dave Cockrum. Artist Frank Quitely illustrates a dramatic all-new 2-part acetate cover featuring the Wolverine, Cyclops, Colossus, Jean Grey and Thunderbird.
FC, Suggested retail $13.99