A FINE LINE PRESS

SEVEN PEACHES: THE FIRST SEVEN DESERT PEACH EPISODES
by Donna Barr
The tales of the Desert Peach, the gay brother of the Desert Fox, have sold out. The first collections sold out. Here then, is the first in an all-new series if trade paperbacks, this volume collecting The Desert Peach #1-7, with more to follow. This collection is being funded by The Xeric Grant.
SC, 7x10, 244pg, b&w $19.95

AAA MILWAUKEE COMICS

THE ARSENIC LULLABIES AUGUST 2002 #2
Voodoo Joe masquerades a lint-covered fetus as a teddy bear to torture a child. The tooth fairy ruins a man's life so that he'll become so frustrated he'll knock out his daughter's tooth. And a man has 1,000 brains transplanted into his newborn to ensure him a successful life!
b&w, 24pg $2.65

ARSENIC LULLABY COLLECTION: THE DEVIL'S HAT TRICK TP
All of the darkest stories from the first three years of Arsenic Lullaby. See how Voodoo Joe got his zombie fetuses. See how the clot lost his skin! See why the tooth fairy was taking whole heads! Plus, never-before-seen pages from the Halloween special, featuring Abraham Lincoln as the devil.
b&w, 240pg $18.95

AAA POP COMICS

THE ATOMICS DELUXE LIMITED EDITION VOLUME 1 HC
by Mike Allred; colored by Laura Allred
This enormous limited edition hardcover collection of The Atomics comes signed, numbered, and personalized! You'll have the option of following the enclosed "Sealed Top Secret" instructions to obtain a free signed-and-numbered illustrated bookplate that can be personalized to anyone you want by both Mike and Laura Allred! This collection is jam-packed with everything from the modern classic, The Atomics, and all four King-Size Giant Spectaculars. Not only does this package collect all fifteen hard-to-find issues of The Atomics on "Fancy Schmancy" Hi-quality paper between two hardshell glossy covers (suitable for the finest shelves in the most elite libraries!), it contains an extra large gallery section beyond the gallery section seen in the last issue of the series! This is the first and only time that AAA Pop Comics will be offering this material in its entirety. Bonus! In addition to the bookplate, a special print of the Atomics painted by Alex Ross from Mike Allred's pencils and signed by both artists, will be offered exclusively through the purchase of this Deluxe Special Limited Edition Hard Cover. Afterword by Alex Ross. Limited to 500 copies.
HC, 7x10, 376pg, FC $99.95

AARDVARK VANAHEIM

CEREBUS #281
by Dave Sim & Gerhard
LATTER DAYS: Part 16 (of 35) "And It Came To Passe"- Cerebus continues his study of the obscure sacred text Konigsberg, the Not-So-Good Samaritan has brought him. Konigsberg, meanwhile, gets back to his critical self-analysis as a devoted student of the works of Sigmund Fräud (being always careful to put the umlaut over the "a" in the Master's name). Includes Part Five of Sim's essay, "Islam, My Islam." The countdown to issue 300 (March, 2004) continues... t-minus 19 and counting!
b&w, 24pg $2.25

ABSTRACT STUDIO

STRANGERS IN PARADISE 2003 CALENDAR
Shipping in early September! It's time, once again, for the new SIP Calendar! Your favorite SIP characters are featured in fabulous Technicolor for every month of the year! Katchoo, Francine, Casey, David and even a surprise or two! Features SIP-based comments and text throughout, with special SIP dates noted. A must-have item for every SIP addict in your house!
Calendar, 10x8, FC $14.95

AC COMICS

AMERICA'S GREATEST COMICS #4
Will Eisner illustrates an early adventure starring Yarko, Master Magician; Bob Powell contributes a Cave Girl tale; Bill Ward brings the glamorous Torchy Todd to life in a hilarious case of mistaken identity; and John Severin pits Billy the Kid up against "El Chivito." Plus: more classic tales from Joe Kubert, Murphy Anderson, Mort Meskin, Steve Ditko, and a 3-page love story by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Cover by Joe Kubert.
b&w, 52pg $6.95

BEST OF THE WEST #30
The Durango Kid is hot on the deadly "Trail of the Sawbones!" by Fred Guardineer! Black Diamond and Bumper investigate "Terror Island" by Bill Walton. Redmask finds himself in a death trap set by the "Apache Killer!" Tom Mix unravels the mystery of "The Wedding Present Murder" by Carl Pfeufer; and The Haunted Horseman roams the eerie wastelands to confront "Terror in the Night!" by Dick Ayers. Plus: Al Williamson puts Wild Bill Hickok in a shoot-out against the killer with "The Silver Colt!" Cover by Joe Certa.
b&w, 44pg $5.95

BIG GIRL ADVENTURES #1
Matt Baker's Phantom Lady leads the Big Girl parade. Next, Bill Ward cooks up a comedic kitchen caper for the saucy Torchy! Ever an? Zalda gets pawed by an Octopus Man in an outer space thriller by Maurice Whitman! Dolly Warren's late husband just won't stay dead in "The Ghost Gallery!" Kaanga's savage mate, Ann, knives a panther, stampedes a rhino, and slugs a sultan while hardly working up a sweat! Giant creatures terrorize the land until the leggy Camilla undoes a black magic curse in a tale by Good Girl art master, Matt Baker!
b&w, 52pg $7.95

GLAMOUR GIRLS & GOOD GUYS PACK #1
A wonderful collection of Golden Age Reprints celebrating the best of the sexy "Good Girl" art and sterling, stalwart heroes of the comics of the 1940s and '50s! Pack includes one copy each of Cliffhangers #1 & 2, Jungle Girls #6, Good Girl Art Quarterly #9, and Strongman #1 bagged together.
Pack (x5) $22.95

VINTAGE WEIRD & WESTERN PACK #1
Feel like your back in the fabulous fifties again with this hefty handful of classic reprints covering two of the decade's favorite pop culture subjects - cheesy Horror and Westerns! Pack features one copy each of Redmask #1, Young Gun #1, Black Phantom #2, Nightveil's Cauldron of Horror #2, and Demon Dreams of Dr. Drew #1, bagged together.
Pack (x5) $20.95

ACETYLENE COMICS

BUGGS #5
Wretch and his teammates face the toughest decision of their lives... do they force the B.U.G.G.'s down to the mysterious Level 9 as Lock and Key command? Or do they release them on the world? The decision happens in this issue... along with the death of one of the team!
b&w, 24pg $2.50

ACG COMICS

GIANT MANGA HORROR #2 Art by Sanho Kim
ACG is back with a second collection of outstanding Manga art by South Korean Charlton artist, Sanho Kim! This collection showcases the first Manga-style comics ever produced in America! Gritty, no-nonsense "in-your-face" from the Charlton, ACG archives!
b&w, 64pg $5.95

MANGA ADVENTURES #1 WITH FREE ISSUE.
Art by Sanho Kim
Ever see a Manga Western? This special collection of rare Manga art collects the strangest stories from the Charlton archives, as illustrated by Korea's Sanho Kim. Discover Westerns in Manga-style, and as an added bonus, get a free copy of the House of Yang #! - a $2.95 value as an added bonus!
b&w, 64pg $5.95

ACG HEROES TP
A special collection of adventure stories including Charlton's Fighting Five and ACG's Nemesis and Magicman! A true sixties classic collection from the ACG archives! Cover Jack Kirby.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $10.95

A.C.T.O.R.

POWERS: WHO KILLED RETRO GIRL? LITHOGRAPH
The stunning cover art to the most recent third printing of Powers: Who Killed Retro Girl? is available as this massive, 18" x 24" high-quality lithograph! Best of all, all net proceeds from sales of this litho go to A.C.T.O.R. (A Commitment To Our Roots), the only charity dedicated to providing financial assistance for the forefathers of the comics industry! This is the first-ever Powers lithograph, based on the hyper-popular Image Comics series! A rare Limited Edition of the first-ever Powers litho, signed by Powers writer/creator Brian Michael Bendis, is also available!
REGULAR-Lithograph, 18x24, FC $29.99
SIGNED-Lithograph, 18x24, FC $39.99

MARVEL "MEMORIES OF ONSLAUGHT" LITHO
This beautiful lithograph by Ultimate X-Men artist Adam Kubert and colorist Richard Isanove measures a massive 18" x 24" and is printed on 80lb. Gallerie Silk Stock. The litho features everyone from the X-Men and Captain America to Iron Man and the Fantastic Four! Also available signed by Adam Kubert!
REGULAR-Litho, 18x24, FC $24.99
SIGNED-Litho, 18x24, FC $49.99

DARKCHYLDE LIMITED EDITION SKETCHBOOK
Randy Queen's beautiful Ariel Chylde (a.k.a. Darkchylde) adorns the cover of this beautiful sketchbook! Suggested retail on this was originally $10.00, but to help raise as much money as possible for ACTOR, they are offering this sketchbook at the special price of just $4.99!
b&w $4.99

AFTER HOURS

PARTS: THE SITCOMIC #1
by Buddy Scalera & Nick Diaz
This ongoing "sitcomic" is by former Deadpool writer Buddy Scalera. Readers who are fans of primetime sitcoms will laugh out loud at this sharp funny look at working life. Interior and cover by new talent Nick Diaz!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

AIT/PLANET LAR

BLACK HEART BILLY TP
by Dwyer, Remender, & Jaten
Meet Billy Black, your average 20-something skate punk with a robot head! Watch! as he survives the high cost of living and fast times in San Francisco! See him spend his day handing beat-downs to hippies and dot-commies alike! Gasp! as Billy stumbles into a horrible conspiracy! Evil Nazi scientists have reincarnated Hitler, housing his evil soul in the corpse of Jerry Garcia! Their goal: to turn the world into mindless hippie zombies and begin the 4th Reich! The adventure that follows is a boss bowl of high-octane super-crunch as Billy fights the evil Garcia/Hitler robot, Deadhead! Can Billy... this rebel without a clue... save the world from free love and never-ending jams? New cover by Brian Wood.
SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95

ALBATROSS EXPLODING FUNNY BOOK

GOON COLOR SPECIAL #1
by Eric Powell
The Goon and Franky find themselves in a fight with intangible figments from the nether world when their quest for forgotten treasure goes horribly awry. Can they survive a confrontation with mind-altering phantoms bent on their destruction? Can Franky fit five whole pies in his mouth without choking to death? Can a monkey wear a pink dress and play the banjo in Georgia without being shot?
FC, 24pg $2.95

AIRWAVE COMICS

I DREAM OF JEANNIE SPEC IAL EDITION
by Yambar, Aureliani, Maurizio, Broderick Jr., DeCarlo, Paisny, Baltazar, & Wheaton
Stories based on the classic television show! In "A Major Tiki Party," Jeannie and Tony find themselves on the magical island of living Tiki gods, and in the center of a tropical laugh fest! This book also reprints the stories "Dinner With Jeannie," "Puppy Love," and "Sibling Showdown" from the I Dream of Jeannie Wishbook and I Dream of Jeannie #1. The cover (featuring Barbera Eden as Jeannie) is painted by Joe Jusko! Sqaurebound.
SC, 48pg, b&w $5.95

ALTERNATIVE COMICS

MAGIC WHISTLE #7
by Sam Henderson
Harvey Award-nominated four years in a row for "Special Award for Humor," this is the funniest issue yet! This time you can read Sam Henderson's epic "Paul Purd: The Man With the Biggest P*nis In the World" (don't worry, it's not dirty!), plus The Brube, Gunther Bumpus, and more of what you've come to know and love! Sam Henderson is a comic genius and is still one of the funniest cartoonists working today, no doubt about it.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

PEANUTBUTTER & JEREMY: NEST AND WINDOW EXCHANGE
by James Kolchalka
The third issue of James Kochalka's all-ages title finds that silly cat Peanutbutter getting a hat stuck really tight on his head. He can't see! How will he ever be able to finish work on the Fleeble Report? His only choice is to strike a bargain with that nasty old crow, Jeremy. This situation deteriorates quite quickly, however. Watch out Peanutbutter! Jeremy has a gun! This series is cute, funny, and unlike anything else on the shelves, delighting young and old alike with its clever mix of adult pathos and childlike innocence.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

FANTASTIC BUTTERFLIES GN
by James Kolchalka
Magic Boy wanders drunkenly through a hallucinogenic nightmare world of Cancer Robots, softball showdowns, dance parties, barbecues, time machines, testicular injury, and cake-baking kung-fu cuties! The graphic novel has twists and turns so bizarre you'll be shouting out "Oh My God!" and scaring your roommates. It also happens to be hilariously funny and infectious in its bubbly charm, combining autobiography with a kind of a magic science fiction. Stunning graphic design by Tom Devlin. This is gonna be a big year for James Kochalka!
MATURE READERS
SC, 192pg, b&w $14.95

AMAZE INK/SLG PUBLISHING

Amaze Ink

WHERE'S IT AT, SUGAR KAT?: THE THIN OF THE LAND TP
by Ian Carney & Woodrow Phoenix
Collecting the hit mini series! Sugar Kat, the most popular girl in the world, and her overachieving sister Rebecca, investigate a series of hobo disappearances in the small town of Bumrush, PA. There, they find an anorexic population preyed on by a cell of flatulent, overweight vampires. Can our girls stop the undead before they resurrect an army of vampires to dine on Middle America? Plus: An unpublished 16-page Sugar Kat story and a new interview with Carney and Phoenix! Critically acclaimed cartoon fun!
SC, 7x10, 104pg, b&w $12.95

Slave Labor

DORK #10
by Evan Dorkin
At last!!! It's the latest issue of the award-winning humor anthology from Evan Dorkin! This issue features "The Devil Puppet's Invisible College of Secret Knowledge," covering the Great Macy's Balloon Hunt of 1929, the suicidal circus midget known as 'Little Methuselah', and the real motivation behind Dr. Frederic Wertham's anti-comics crusade of the '50s. Also: Eltingville Club Secretary of Science Fiction, Josh Levy, feuds with the host of a QVC comic book show, live on the air! Plus: "How to Get Your Ass Kicked in 5 E-Z Lessons," "Mighty Carl Jung," a second look at "Advertising Characters of Yesteryear," and other odds and ends designed to amuse, delight, and remove three dollars from your pocket! So un-pop the cork - it's Dork!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

GLOOM COOKIE VOLUME 2 TP
by Serena Valentino & John Gebbia
Collecting issues 7-12 of the popular gothic soap-opera series - follow the conclusion of the triangle of fate between Isabella, Damion, and Lex; discover the secrets behind Chrys and Sebastian; and see triumph turn to humiliation in Vermillion the poet's ultimate plot against Lex. Plus NEW material, including pages from Darrick Robertson and Jhonen Vasquez!
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 192pg, b&w $16.95

LITTLE GLOOMY #6
by Landry Walker & Eric Jones
Little Gloomy returns! This time, it's "The Mystery of The Invisible Men": Part 1! Gloomy has been kidnapped by the Invisible Men! Are her friends rushing to save her? Well... no, actually. They don't even know she's missing. Besides, they've got their hands full subduing Gloomy's rampaging doppelganger, Shelly! Who are the Invisible Men? What is their evil plan? Why is Shelly so crazy? The mystery of Frightsylvania continues to unfold as this all new Little Gloomy storyline begins!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

NIGHTMARES AND FAIRY TALES #2
by Serena Valentino & FSc
Poor little Morgan, lying on the bathroom floor in a pool of blood, an understandably freaked-out Morgan embarks on a search for some answers as to why her friends are being murdered. Unfortunately, she goes a little crazy when all the evidence points in her direction. Join the little doll named Annabelle (our narrator) for the horrifying conclusion of the first story in this ongoing series from the writer of GloomCookie.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

SPARKS: AN URBAN FAIRY TALE GN
by Lawrence Marvit
Lawrence Marvit's critically acclaimed series is presented in the graphic novel format he always envisioned! Containing all five original issues, plus 170 pages of all-new, unpublished material! This never-before-published material completes the tale of a lonely mechanic named Josephine, who creates her ideal man from scrap metal, and then must teach him to be human when he magically comes to life. In the process, she re-examines who she is, and what she wants in life. This modern take on Pinocchio comes with an introduction by writer, artist, and animator, Paul Dini.
SC, 440pg, b&w $35.95

WITCH #4
by Lorna Miller
This issue: Angela takes on the feminists; the Mad Cows have a genius for a baby; and Mary goes on a really fabby date. We can't tell you what else happens, 'cause it's for "Mature Readers", or at least for Adults anyway. More virtuoso scalding satire from our Scottish lassie Lorna!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 24pg $2.95

ANARCHY STUDIOS

VAMPI #22
by David Conway & Kevin Lau
SERPENT'S KISS: Part 4 (of 4)-Blood is the goal, and Vampi's the prize as the Valusians stake their claim! Vampi, though, has a few tricks up her own sleeves, and some she hadn't considered in a blood brother and a new ally. The bite of this serpent's kiss is sure to sting. Regular cover by Kevin Lau; Limited Edition cover by Amanda Conner and Jimmy Palmiotti, limited to 1,500 copies.
REGULAR COVER-FC, 32pg $2.99
LIMITED COVER-FC, 32pg $9.95

VAMPI: UNDERWORLD/TAINTED LOVE VOLUME 2 DELUXE HARDCOVER
by David Conway & Kevin Lau
This limited hardcover edition contains Vampi #7-12, the entire "Underworld" and "Tainted Love" story arcs written by David Conway and illustrated by Kevin Lau. Recovered from the last attempt on her life, Vampi must plunge once more into the heart of darkness to challenge a nightmare world of slavery, degradation, and systematic slaughter that threatens to engulf the entire world! Featuring a new hi-tech costume and a deadly array of devastating weapons at her disposal, Vampi stars in her second collection! Packaged in an illustrated dustjacket featuring a new explosive cover by Kevin Lau!
HC, 7x10, 128pg, FC $24.95

VAMPI #1 LIMITED KEVIN LAU EDITION
by David Conway & Kevin Lau
Offered for the first time! It's a special edition of Vampi #1, the limited edition group cover also including Vampi creator and artist Kevin Lau. The very first appearance of Vampi, limited to a mere 1,000 copies!
FC, 32pg $9.95

ANTARCTIC PRESS

CYBERTRONIAN TRANSFORMERS INDEX
Ever since their introduction in 1984, the Transformers have stood out as giants among other toys, becoming recognized as one of the best robot toy lines in history. Now, 19 years and over 700 individual figures later, Antarctic Press is proud to introduce the Cybertronian Transformers Index. For the first time ever, every Transformer marketed in the U.S. - from Autobots to Vehicons, from Generation 1 through Robots in Disguise - is depicted in one, fully illustrated color volume! All are arranged in alphabetical order within their size/price-point classes (Mini through Supreme, as introduced during the Beast Wars era) for ease of location. If you need a quick visual reference to any American-market Transformer, this guide is an absolute must!
SC, 8x11, 128pg, FC $29.95

GOLD DIGGER #35
by Fred Perry
AP Core Title! Natasha, Queen Empress of the Undead, has been dethroned by the powerful union of Dreadwing, Brendan, Gyphon, and the Lich King! Now, she and her retainer and companion, Count Vladimir, must find a way to escape from the realm and journey to Earth in order to find Dr. Diggers and call in that favor he "owes" her...
FC, 24pg $2.99

GOLD DIGGER SWIMSUIT END OF SUMMER SPECIAL 2002
by Various
This "end of summer " issue features all of your favorite artists from the previous GD Swimsuit Specials, with encore performances by Craig Babiar (Warrior Nun), Brian Denham (American Woman), David Hutchinson (Ninja High School), and Joseph Wight (Shotgun Mary and Twilight X). Features a cover by Eisner nominee Rod Espinosa (Courageous Princess and Battle Girlz).
b&w, 48pg $4.50

HOW TO DRAW HENTAI VOLUME 2 #1
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 40pg $4.95

HOW TO DRAW MANGA #18
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. If you don't get it...you'll regret it!
b&w, 32pg $4.95

LUFTWAFFE: 1946 #1
by Ted Nomura & Various
This 99th issue of the long-running Families of Altered Wars series - started in 1986 - will refocus the popular Luftwaffe: 1946 storyline as its main feature, with all new art and stories! Completing this new first issue are the continuing Tigers of the Luftwaffe story of General Galland, a new chapter of the original Tigers of Terra series, more of the popular Reichdreams files from Spain, and more stories from Marcel Magnette of Belgium. This first issue special will be a full 48 pages!
b&w, 48pg $5.95

MANGAZINE #36
All the hijinks of Ninja High School, all the action of the Families of Altered Wars saga, all the outlandish exploring of Gold Digger and all the holy heroics of Warrior Nun Areala! All this plus 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 and you've got Mangazine!
SC, 7x10, 100+pages, PC $8.99

NINJA HIGH SCHOOL #98
by Ben Dunn with Robby Bevard
AP Core Title! Asrial has been found at long last-by her old Zardonian friend Leeanna! However, it seems Leeanna still seeks revenge for Asrial leaving her to die years ago, and now wants to kill her. Or maybe she wants to date her instead-it's sometimes hard to tell with Zardonians. Meanwhile, Jeremy is trying to find Asrial while dealing with a cute marketing tool, Space Pirate Captain Kalen and lovestruck Solora are exploring the mysteries of a black hole that threatens to destroy the universe, and the evil time-traveling dog Peachbody is on the loose and has control of Ricky Feeple, who may be the key to destroying the universe! And the big countdown to issue 100 continues!
FC, 24pg $2.99

PPV #1
by Tom Root & Jerzy Drozd
A boring high school assembly erupts into mayhem when the faculty members announce their shocking secret - they're really aliens! Yep, standardized test scores have fallen so low that the aliens have given up on educating the students; instead, they're gonna trap them on campus, give each kid a unique superpower and broadcast the resulting carnage on pay-per-view TV back on the home planet! Earth teenagers destroying each other - it's gonna be bigger than Survivor! Class president Victor quickly takes charge of the berserk teens, but lovable loser Evan knows Victor's more evil than any friggin' alien! Man, oh, man... everyone is screwed. A new three-issue mini-series from writer Tom Root (ToyFare magazine's Twisted ToyFare Theatre) and artist Jerzy Drozd (Ninja High School, Hitomi)!
b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $2.95

WARRIOR NUN AREALA #10
by Craig Babiar
AP Core Title! THE GOOD SON: Part 3-As Areala's emotional and perilous hunt for what appears to be her dead friend Jason comes to an end, she discovers that the chase has lead her to a world of deceit and treachery, all in the guise of her new nemesis, Ivan Seethe. Having finally come face to face with the young boy, she finds that things don't appear as they seem, and that he is one part of another of Seethe's new devious machinations. But in order to get to Seethe and prevent him from carrying out his latest scheme, Areala must face off against an old friend and save him from falling forever into Seethe's clutches.
b&w, 24pg $2.99
ANTIPODES PUBLISHING

TEMPLAR #4
by Steve Malley
Templar Knight Madeline Sinclair and her combat team race to a tiny village hidden deep in the Carpathian Mountains, desperate to unlock the deadly secret of Scacopecz before Opus Dei can bring the mysterious Project Eden to fruition.
b&w, 24pg (4 of 7) $2.50

ARCHANGEL STUDIOS

THE RED STAR ANNUAL #1: RUN, MAKITA, RUN
by Christian Gossett & Bradley Kayl; colors by Snakebite
The first-ever Annual from Team Red Star is the most action-packed issue to date! This is it! The origin story of the ferocious rebel soldier, Makita. Join her as she fights her way through the war-torn ruins of her embattled city and finds the letter that will change the fate of the Red Star Universe forever! Cardstock cover. No ads.
FC, 40pg $3.50

THE RED STAR: NOKGORKA VOLUME 2 TP
by Christian Gossett, Bradley Kayl, & Snakebite
The five-time Eisner nominated saga continues! This trade paperback collets the five issues of the second story arc. In "Nokgorka" we have a tale of hope reborn amidst a brutal civil war. Like it's predecessor, this TP is printed in letterbox format, with a never-before-seen process sketchbook showing off the computer-art style that made The Red Star a hit!
SC, 9x12, 172pg, FC $24.95

ARCHIE COMICS

THE SHIELD: AMERICA'S FIRST PATRIOTIC COMIC BOOK HERO TP
by Various
Relive the early days of comics' first super-patriot - a hero with great power, strength, and courage who donned the colors of the American flag, lived for democracy, and protected the world from foes of freedom! No, it's not who you think... it's The Shield! Leaping from the pages of Pep Comics #1 in January, 1940, The Shield bested his better-known counterpart by over a year. This historic edition reprints his first eight stories from Pep and Shield/Wizard Comics, including his first appearance and origin, along with the covers of the comics in which they originally appeared. Featuring a foreword by Golden Age comics' historian, Robert M. Overstreet. Cover by Stephanie & Mark Heike.
SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC $12.95

ARCHIE #527
by Greg Crosby & Stan Goldberg
"Archie Meets Cousin Alistair": Archie's royal cousin Alistair makes his first visit to the United States, and soon turns out to be a royal pain in Archie's side... especially when he uses his wealth and refinement to woo Veronica!
FC, 32pg $1.99

ARCHIE & FRIENDS #61
by Bill Golliher & Rex Lindsey
"Spy Gig": The Archies get their most intriguing gig yet when a secret government agency sends them undercover to thwart a madman's plans for world domination! If you think James Bond has some cool gadgets, wait until you see how the Archies' gear: guitars that transform into scooters, drums that become unicycles, high frequency keyboards, and more! Can rock-and-roll save the world, or are we headed for the final chord?!
FC, 32pg $1.99

ARCHIE DIGEST #192
by Various
The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales by Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, Jon D'Agostino, and more!
Digest, FC $2.19

BETTY #116
by Kathleen Webb & Stan Goldberg
"Europe at a Glance": Archie is broke again, but Betty comes up with a million dollar idea for their 'date'... they imagine all the things they'd do if Archie wasn't broke! FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA #179
by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz
"Copy This": Veronica goes into a fashion frenzy when she sees copies of the wardrobe designed "exclusively" for her hanging in store windows! "Come and Join the Dance": It's a dance of romance when Betty and Veronica take dancing lessons from hunky instructors!
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA SPECTACULAR #56
by Dan Parent
"Do You Believe In Magic?": Magic is in the air... and so is romance... when Betty becomes a handsome magician's assistant. But jealous Veronica shows she has a few tricks of her own when she shows up in costume for Betty's first performance! Can the mighty magician Lance Questor juggle two assistants the way Archie juggles girlfriends?!
FC, 32pg $1.99

BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #132
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!
Digest, FC $2.19

BETTY & VERONICA DOUBLE DIGEST #109
by Various
What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales!
Digest, FC $3.29

JUGHEAD'S DOUBLE DIGEST #88
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 #178
by Various
The timeless high school hijinx of the entire Riverdale gang are highlighted in this hilarious collection of new stories and classic tales by Henry Scarpelli, Stan Goldberg, Jon D'Agostino, and more!
Digest, FC $2.19

SABRINA VOLUME 2 #36
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 #114
by Lee, Lim, & Pepoy
Mammoth Mogul is back, and he's badder than ever, appearing in not one, but two titanic tales! "Twice Told Tails": In round one, Mammoth tackles Sonic, who is desperate for the answers behind Tails' mysterious affliction. The only problem is, Mammoth won't tell... wait until you see why! "Ultimate Power, Part 1" (by Ken Penders & Dawn Best): Knuckles has been trying to reintegrate Dimitri and the Dark Legion to the rest of echidna society, but that's not easy when Mammoth Mogul pays a visit! Why does current politics in Echidnaopolis interest Mogul? Plus: Amy Rose stars in "School Dazed or Young At Heart" (by Bollers, Axer, & Tomas): Now that things are back to normal at Knothole, everyone has to go to school, including Amy Rose. See how our young heroine deals with the pressures of teachers... and a smart aleck named Tails, sitting right next to her! Features a mega-mayhem cover by Spaz and Ribeiro!
FC, 32pg $1.99

VERONICA #131
by Dan Parent
"Veronica Strikes Back!": Veronica is mortified when Archie takes her to watch him bowl. When she gives it a shot and gets a strike on her first try, she becomes a ten-pin terror!
FC, 32pg $1.99

ASTONISH COMICS

HEROBEAR & THE KID VOLUME 1 HC
by Mike Kunkel
Here it is! The first collection of the Eisner and Ignatz Award-nominated series, Herobear & The Kid, by creator Mike Kunkel! This hardcover edition collects issues #1-5 of the hugely successful first story of a young boy named Tyler and his most magical inheritance... a stuffed toy bear that can come to life as Herobear! Follow Tyler's journey as he learns about his inheritance and also his destiny. This magical collection collects all 5 issues in a beautiful, hardbound format to present the story for both young and old alike. It will be filled with extra sketches, notes, and drawings, and each hardbound edition will also come with it's very own full color animation cel of Herobear and Tyler flying as the best friends they were meant to be! This special edition will be limited and only available in this one-time printing, so don't forget to "remember your childhood... and pass it on!"
HC, 7x10, 150pg, PC $49.95

HEROBEAR & THE KID: "KID STYLE DRAWING" BLACK BABY DOLL & T-SHIRT
Hey! Recapture the fun of childhood and enjoy this cute and adorable kid-style drawing of Tyler and his stuffed bear from Mike Kunkel's Herobear and The Kid. It's a simple white line image printed on a very cute black Babydoll shirt (MD or LG), or on a standard Adult-sized T-Shirt (LG or XL).
BABYDOLL-M-L $17.00
T-SHIRT-L-XL $17.00

ATOMEKA

ALIEN ARENA #1 by Dave Elliott & Dany Orizio
Aliens are coming! Earth is about to make first contact. Are they good or are they evil? Will they help us or eat us? A real question will be, "Do we have what it takes to be part of Alien Arena?" Two aliens are dropped into the heart of New York City. Their objective? Kick the living daylights out of each other and woes betide any that gets in their way! But New York doesn't take kindly to this kind of intrusion (unless of course they've paid their fees). They are going to have trouble and it won't go away. Trouble in the form of Sharky, Julie Strain, and even top fantasy artist Simon Bisley gets a few rounds in! This story acts as a prelude to a new Alien Arena series next year! Sharky cover by Alex Horley.
REGULAR COVER #1-FC, 36pg (1 of 2) $2.99
SHARKY VARIANT COVER- FC, 36pg (1 of 2) $2.99

ATOMIC BASEMENT ENTERTAINMENT

MAC AFRO #4
by Wellman, Lewter, & Lizalde Don't miss the exciting conclusion to the funkiest space saga of all time! Mac is down and out as Caesar Brown is about to turn the universe into jag-starved sex slaves. Will our cosmic soul brother be able to stop Brown's scheme and save the galaxy?
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

AV PUBLICATIONS

LORI LOVECRAFT #2
by Pete Ventrella & Mike Vosburg
In part two of an all-new storyline, Lori attends a self-empowerment retreat only to discover that the head guru has more on his agenda than peace, love, and understanding! Can everyone's favorite sorceress/B-movie actress discover the secret of this guru's unquenchable thirst for power before she becomes his next victim?! Will Lori figure out how the ageing rock star and the mysterious media mogul fit into this bizarre puzzle before it's too late? A tale of movies, magic and mayhem not to be missed!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.00

AVATAR PRESS

TIM VIGIL'S WEBWITCH #1 by Tim Vigil
The wait is over! Tim Vigil is ready to unleash an all-new masterpiece, 5 years in the making! Fans of horror rejoice, because Vigil is back and better than ever! Nina has a special place in the evolutionary ladder, she is the bridge between the alien SpiderNation and humans. And her choices can help determine who controls the globe in the next century. Biologically part of both worlds, but not fully embraced by either, she is torn between the desire to help the SpiderNation expand and the human's quest to rid the world of the greatest predators the Earth has seen! All three issues are already completely drawn with art by the master of the macabre, Tim Vigil and special assists from Adam McDaniel (Witchblade). The final pages are simply some of the finest of Tim Vigil's illustrious career! This three-issue Webwitch series is completely self-contained and totally accessible to the new reader. This debut issue is available in a Tim Vigil cover versions, and variant cover editions by David Finch, Ron Adrian, Matt Martin, and Karl Waller, plus a Wraparound cover by Vigil, and an Adults-Only Nude cover, also by Vigil.
MATURE READERS
FINCH-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50
ADRIAN-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50
MARTIN-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50
WALLER-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50
VIGIL-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.50
WRAPAROUND-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) $3.95
NUDE-b&w, 32pg (1 of 3) (ADULT MATERIAL) $6.00

STRANGE KILLINGS: THE BODY ORCHARD #2
by Warren Ellis & Mike Wolfer
Warren Ellis continues to shock with Strange Killings! William Gravel is supposed to be in Britain, resuming his duties... but he's still in NYC, trying to work out why his old S.A.S. team seems to be committing atrocities on American soil - and running the risk of being suspected of them himself! Being the only S.A.S. man in a city reeling from killings with an S.A.S. signature, and with his team apparently out of control and contact, Gravel finds himself on the wrong end of everything and every turn simply offers more questions. Do the members of Alpha-One-Four know the answer to the greatest combat magician secret, what is the Body Orchard?
MATURE READERS
REGULAR-b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $3.50
WRAPAROUND-b&w, 32pg (2 of 6) $3.95

THRESHOLD #48
by Various
Red-hot Marat Mychaels and his creation Demonslayer continue her extended run in Threshold with some unusual demon trouble! It seems that the Roman Catholic Church has some unexpected visitors underneath Vatican City, and Jaclyn may be the only one who can help. But when her old foe Irkala turns out to be behind it all, and Michael gets captured, the sparks really start to fly! Writer Robert Lugibihl and Italian artist Ivan Abraini bring Coral back from the pages of Avengelyne: Dark Depths and into her own story with Pandora! Rounding out this stellar line-up is an all-new story featuring Dan Parson's Harpy in some of the most beautiful pages of his career! Threshold continues with its new quarterly schedule as the longest-running American anthology. This issue is available in four cover versions: Demonslayer Regular & Nude covers by Marat Mychaels, Pandora Regular cover by Rick Lyon, and Pandora Nude cover by Matt Martin.
MATURE READERS
DEMONSLAYER-b&w, 48pg $4.95
PANDORA-b&w, 48pg $4.95
DEMONSLAYER NUDE-b&w, 48pg (ADULT MATERIAL) $6.00
PANDORA NUDE-b&w, 48pg (ADULT MATERIAL) $5.95

THE 10TH MUSE/DEMONSLAYER #1 PRISM FOIL COVER EDITION
by Rober Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels
Emma Sonnet's hopes for a peaceful New York vacation are shattered when she finds herself fighting for her life against Jaclyn Hayes' cursed lover Michael, and then against the Demonslayer herself! This Prism Foil Edition is limited to just 400 copies! All copies ship bagged and boarded with a Certificate of Authenticity. Cover by Matt Martin.
FC, 32pg $12.95

THE 10TH MUSE/DEMONSLAYER CATFIGHT COVER #1/2
by Rober Lugibihl & Marat Mychaels
Marat Mychaels turns up the heat with this all-new catfight cover between the two lovely ladies! Jaclyn Hayes and Emma Sonnet...the Demonslayer and the 10th Muse. Two women whose destinies have been forced upon them and whose fates become intertwined when a mysterious assailant renders Jaclyn unconscious and sends her demonic lover Michael on a mission to destroy the 10th Muse. If Emma loses this battle she will surely die, but if she kills Michael she will face the unbridled fury of the Demonslayer! This special edition is limited to just 1000 copies.
FC, 16pg $5.95

DEMONSLAYER: PATH OF TIME PIRATE NUDE COVER #1/2
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
FC, 16pg $6.00

COVEN: TOOTH AND NAIL TRAINING DAY COVER #1
by Robert Lugibihl & Ron Adrian
Ron Adrian provides this cover of Sasha in a rare moment of peace... and a chance to learn more of her craft! Red-hot artist Ron Adrian (Witchblade, Darkchylde) has slaved over these pages to make them the most stunning of his career. This special edition is limited to just 1000 copies.
FC, 32pg $5.95

SHI: POISONED PARADISE ROYAL BLUE COVER #1 by Billy Tucci & Karl Waller
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. This ultra-limited Royal Blue Edition is limited to just 100 copies, each shipped in a special protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity! Cover by William Tucci.
FC, 32pg $75.00

SHI: POISONED PARADISE BLOSSOM COVER #1/2
by Billy Tucci & Karl Waller
Series artist Karl Waller provides this beautiful new cover of Shi in her costume from the Feudal Japanese era! This special cover is limited to just 1500 copies!
FC, 16pg $5.95

TidalWave Studios

THE ODYSSEY #1
by Various
The entire TidalWave universe comes together for an amazing series that shines the spotlight on the characters that you demanded to see more of! Every member of the superhero group that was introduced in The 10th Muse #1 will be featured in this self-titled series called The Odyssey. The series features many characters that needed extra pages to tell their tales, from Orion the Hunter and Ares, to Judo Girl and Medusa. The Odyssey will feature the hidden gems of TidalWave in their own adventures! Also included in the series is a "Who's Who of the TidalWave Universe." Several amazing comic book artists are making their mark on the TidalWave universe, and we can't wait until you see the amazing new work from industry pros like Norm Breyfogle and Craig Rousseau, and talented newcomers such as Sean Murphy, Patrick Blaine, and many more! Available in five distinct cover versions by Roger Cruz (1A), Marat Mychaels (1B), Mark Pajarillo (1C) and Sean Murphy (1D). Published quarterly.
COVER #1A/CRUZ-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1B/MYCHAELS-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1C/PARAJILLO-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1D/MURPHY-FC, 32pg $3.50

ATLAS #1
by Darren Davis & Mark Brooks
From the pages of The 10th Muse springs Atlas! After commanding the Titans in their war against the Olympians, Atlas was forced to hold up the heavens on his shoulders. His life was a tragic story of a lone God fighting boredom on Mount Olympus. However, monitoring the Earth from above, Atlas watched as the planet changed, and witnessed the emergence of super-powered beings donning capes and tights. Growing restless and craving adventure, Atlas decided to take the world in his hands... becoming one of the Earth's newest heroes! Learning the superhero game is not going to be easy for him, as Atlas fights against one of the oldest superpowers in history! The 10th Muse makes an appearance to help Atlas in his first solo adventure, and thankfully, Atlas has help from the newest TidalWave sensation, Judo Girl! Available in four distinct cover versions by Christian Gossett (1A), Talent Coldwell (1B), Roger Cruz (1C), Shottie Young (1D), and Mark Brooks (1E). Published bi-monthly.
COVER #1A/GOSSETT-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1B/COLDWELL-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1C/CRUZ-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1D/YOUNG-FC, 32pg $3.50
COVER #1E/BROOKS-FC, 32pg $3.50

BASEMENT COMICS/AMRYL ENTERTAINMENT

CAVEWOMAN: "SCHOOL GIRL" PRINT
by Devon Massey
Because you demanded it: Devon Masey's first art print! "School Girl" features a young Meriem in a sweet, but incredibly sexy pose. This limited edition Cavewoman art print is 11" x 17" and printed on high-quality paper stock, housed in a large gray collector's envelope with graphics. Limited to only 500 copies.
FC, 11x17 MSRP: $16.00

CAVEWOMAN: RAPTOR PURPLE FOIL EDITION #2
by Devon Massey
This extremely limited Purple Foil edition of Cavewoman: Raptor #2 is incredible! Meriem's battle for survival continues as she fights a huge and vicious super-raptor! Limited to only 300 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, and is bagged and boarded for protection.
b&w, 32pg MSRP: $11.50

MIKE HOFFMAN'S SORCERESS SKETCHES #2
by Mike Hoffman
By popular demand, artist extraordinaire Mike Hoffman returns with a mammoth second volume of sexy ink sketches he's inscribed in his famed Sorceress special editions! Now, you can view page after page of these exciting and erotic art masterworks previously seen only in private collections! Not to be missed!
b&w, 32pg $3.50

MIKE HOFFMAN'S ARCHITECT OF FANTASY CARD SET by Mike Hoffman
A full 50 fantastic images from the brush of Mike Hoffman, each featuring informative text by the artist and rare bonus art on the back of each card. It's like having two card sets in one! Sexy, scary, and strikingly beautiful, these oil paintings have enlisted legions of new Hoffman fans! Limited to only 1,000 units worldwide, this incredible set gives collectors a chance to see a large sampling of Hoffman's paintings in full-color, almost all of which are in private collections and otherwise would never have seen!
Card Set (x50) MSRP: $14.95

MIKE HOFFMAN'S GUARDIAN PRINT
by Mike Hoffman
Mike Hoffman's creative partnership with Rock music legend Jon Mikl Thor has produced comics and album covers, and now this magnificent new image of Thor the Rock Warrior in full battle/stage gear is available as a huge, suitable-for-framing art print! Comes in a large collector's envelope sporting a Hoffman illustration. Limited to only 500 copies!
FC, 11x17 SRP: $16.00

SEXY ANGEL #1
by Dan Parsons
The latest series from the creator of Harpy! Grace is an Angel. The kind-hearted and pure Angel who does her very best for the good fortune of the Mortals she watches over on Earth. So why do all of the mortal souls that Grace has been chosen to guide and protect throughout history come to such tragic ends? From the Ancient World to the Modern, our Angel seems to guide these often well-known historical figures from Earth's past to their hopeless dooms! Of course, Grace's fellow angels Aerope and Aethra are innocent of any foul play. Even though its no secret that they're more than a little jealous of the 'Loveliest of Angels.' Which begs the question: are they Angels at all, or something much more wicked?
b&w, 32pg $3.25

SAVAGE PLANET #3
by Dan Parsons with Kevin Rasel
A tribute to the Grandmasters of Classic Comic and Film Fantasy! On trial for High Treason, Capt. Hawkins recounts the events that led up to his final capture by the Planetary Authority. As Hawkins faces a verdict of life imprisonment on the decaying world of Old Earth, Jakella fights alone, light-years away on the savage pre-historic planet of Terra One! Also in this issue, introducing Slaya: Teutonic Princess, an all-new character from artist Dan Parsons, soon to be in her own full length series!
b&w, 32pg $3.25

THE SENSATIONAL TIGER WOMAN #1
by Don Marquez
Tiger Woman is back! Don Marquez has brought back his best-selling title in a big way! Fresh off a run on Fantastic Stories comics, as well as adapting Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Professor Challenger tales, Don revisits the title that put him on the map! Civilization has been swept away, all that remains are the ruins of an enormous amusement park covering thousands of square miles. What was once a place to enjoy wholesome family fun is now a zone of deadly danger, peopled by mutants, miscreants, monsters and killer robots. Have you missed the past adventures of Tiger Woman? Now is a great time to start!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

RETRO BLAST SPECIAL EDITION #1
by Don Marquez
Don Marquez gives us this incredible classic sci-fi cover for the special edition of Retro Blast #1! A sexy alien woman marooned with a loyal space ranger on a hostile world? When mankind thrusts into space, all manner of challenges must be met! Limited to only 400 copies worldwide, each issue is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is bagged and boarded for protection.
b&w, 24pg MSRP: $8.95

BECKETT ENTERTAINMENT

GENE FUSION 2310 AD #2
by Jeff Amano
Shaking off her near-disastrous training session with gene-mixed creature gladiators, Elyssa returns to the source of Gene-Fusion to create a new "fusimal." Seedy World Fusion Fights promoter Edward Leechur III leads his caravan of fusers and freaks in this battle royale of heads, tails, and wails. Gene-Fusion AD2310 is the creation of Jeff Amano, the cover artist for Beckett Dragon Ball Z Collector.
MATURE READERS
FC $2.95

BLACK LIBRARY

WARHAMMER MONTHLY #58
by Abnett, Rennie, MacNeil, & Various
Games Workshop's all-action comic set in the worlds of Warhammer! In this issue, Hellbrandt Grimm meets old foes; there's also Bloodquest, Kal Jerico, and more from Lone Wolves!
b&w, 40pg $3.50

THE REDEEMER #3
by Pat Mills 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!
FC, 40pg $3.50

DAEMONIFUGE HC
by Kev Walker
An oversized hardcover graphic novel of the award-winning Daemonifuge mini-series by Kev Walker (ABC Warriors). This is the story of Ephrael Stern - a Sister of Battle that is touched by a power beyond reckoning. She is hailed as a savior and persecuted as a heretic!
HC, 9x12, b&w $19.95

BLIND WOLF COMICS

PATRICK THE WOLF BOY: SCI-FI SPECIAL
by Art Baltazar & Franco
Not so long ago, in a neighborhood not so far away... lives Patrick the Wolf Boy. He's a werewolf who is misunderstood by many, but loved by his parents. He's also loved by aliens. Aliens?! Join us as the little Wolf Boy pays homage to many of the Sci-Fi classics! Find out what happens when a Werewolf, his parents, and a squirrel take on a universe... while never leaving the backyard. Highly recommended by Franco's Dad.
b&w $2.95

BLUE MONKEY COMICS

ADAM BOMB ADVENTURES #1
by Andy Fish & Tony Antetomaso
Based on the popular webstrip, which boasts close to a million online readers. Adam Bomb makes his debut in a full-color comic book! The reluctant super-hero and his talking space monkey sidekick face "The Invasion of the Beauty Snatchers!" Experience a hostile, albeit mostly incompetent alien race has landed a covert mission on Earth, and are somehow turning all the women into horrible knuckle-dragging beasts! Loaded with action, humor, and all the bizarre twists that make the daily strip so popular!
FC, 24pg $2.95

BONGO COMICS

FUTURAMA/SIMPSONS SPECIAL: INFINITELY SECRET CROSSOVER CRISIS #1
by Boothby, Lloyd, & Morrison
They said it couldn't be done! But Bongo didn't listen to the nay-sayers, refuse-niks, and non-believers. So here it is, folks! The story that you've been waiting for... a story so big it can only be told in a special two-part mini-series! What would happen if the Planet Express crew met the Simpsons... and how is it even possible? Take one millennial edition of a Bongo comic, add in two Brain Spawns, mix in one 20th century man plucked out of time who's destined to save the universe, and stir it up with an interstellar three-eyed creature with a huge appetite... and anything is possible!
FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.50

BART SIMPSON COMICS #9
by Yambar, Bates, Smith, McCann & Morrison
This month's collection of Bart Simpson stories has Bart growing a beard, wearing a tasteless T-shirt, playing romantic go-between for Milhouse, and mailing away for the ultimate cereal prize. Also, in this issue - Kang and Kodos prepare a tasty meal and Ralph Wiggum sets an amazing record in the Duff Book of World Records!
FC, 32pg $2.50

SIMPSONS COMICS #73
by Boothby & Costanza
Bart meets a reclusive B-movie director, whose collection of horror, science fiction, and Radioactive Man is the envy of every hobbyist in Springfield. When the director announces a contest to give away his massive collection, every geek, nerd, and dweeb in town will do anything to win... including Bart Simpson!
FC, 32pg $2.50

BON-VUE ENTERTAINMENT

PONY GIRLS AT SEA GN
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, b&w $19.95

BIZARRE COMIX #2
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, b&w $9.95

BROADSWORD COMICS

3 LITTLE KITTENS #1 by Jim Balent
Jim Balent's new series, 3 Little Kittens: Purrr-fect Weapons, is a three-part mini-series subtitled, Puss 'n' Bullets! A fun feline action/adventure comic for all you lovers of gun-totin', karate-kickin', cat-fightin' gals who battle terrorism... while wearing the latest in Kitten Technology! Who are the 3 Little Kittens? They're a team of Feline Freedom Fighters! In this first issue, the Kittens take on a hostage crisis in mid-town Manhattan as the vicious and vengeful vixen, Latex Red, arrives on the scene with her Satanic Cheerleaders of Doom to throw down the gauntlet and become the 3LK's latest arch-enemy! The su-purrr sexy leader of the 3 Kittens, The Catress, is the subject of the first litho included with the 3LK Deluxe Edition. This lithograph is limited to 500 copies, and the 6 1/2" x10" litho comes signed and numbered by Jim Balent. Deluxe edition comes bagged and boarded for protection.
REGULAR-FC, 32pg $2.95
DELUXE w/LITHO-FC, 32pg $19.99

BROKEN HALOS

GUNFIGHTERS IN HELL: ORIGINAL SIN TP
by David Barbour & Joe Vigil
The blood of damnation runs deep. Get the full series here in one shot! For the condemned, some origins are best left untold. But eternity is a very long time, and a six-shooter loaded with hellfire always finds its way through bone to the rotten marrow inside. Hell is a place where secrets die hard, and no good deed goes unpunished. This explores the sinful origins of the notorious "Gunfighter," the beautiful "Sinbuck," and the wretched "Keeper." So saddle up, shoot from the hip, and get ready to take a ride through the baddest badlands of them all! Choose from two variant covers or get both for a complete collection. In Joe Vigil's "Hellfire" Wraparound cover we see the rugged conflict of Hell; in Tim Vigil's poignant emotional cover, you'll see that tears and blood are one in the same for the eternally condemned!
MATURE READERS
WRAPAROUND COVER-SC, 7x10, 56pg, FC $7.95
VARIANT COVER-SC, 7x10, 56pg, FC $9.95

BROKEN TREE PUBLICATIONS

THE PROPHET OF DREAMS #4
by Julian Lawler & Rudy Vasquez
All of the heroes come together for the first time, as Addigo finally meets his Queen after many years. There is some tension between Ellen Pinto Roe and the fairy wielder. But who will stop Lord Neverfolt? And where does the enemy come from? For the first time, his story is told. An epic fantasy as never before seen.
FC, 32pg (4 of 6) $2.95

CARTOON BOOKS

BONE VOLUME EIGHT: TREASURE HUNTERS HC
by Jeff Smith
Enter an exciting new world and explore strange rooftop kitchens, ancient ruins, medieval treasures, and freakishly large bees! The evil Hooded One surrounds the walled city of Atheia and offers the trapped citizens two choices: "Surrender or Die!" Fone Bone and his friends seek desperately for a way out so that Thorn can search for the mythological Crown of Horns--an ancient weapon that can defeat the Lord of the Locusts. Meanwhile, the unflappable and greedy Phoney Bone prepares his latest moneymaking scheme: making money (see cover)! Finally, the usurper Tarsil himself corners our heroes in one of the biggest turning points in the Bone saga!
HC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $23.95

CASTLE RAIN ENTERTAINMENT

JACK THE LANTERN: TIM VIGIL "ZERO" PX PRINT
by Tim Vigil
A Previews Exclusive! This spectacular print illustrated by Tim Vigil (Faust) gives you a first look at the "zero" issue cover from the forthcoming new mini-series, Jack The Lantern. This series (to be released in October 2002, just in time for Halloween) will feature the amazingly detailed artwork of Scott Lee (Galactic Gladiators). The story will be written by the creator of the series, Michael Angelos (Jestercrow). The print measures 11" x 14" and is printed on 130lb. Supreme glossy cardstock. The print will be numbered and limited to only 200 copies, perfect for framing! Bagged and with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Print, 11x14, FC $19.95

CHAOS! COMICS

LADY DEATH: THE MOURNING #1
by Ostrander, Reis, & Pimentel; Colored by Hi-Fi
Perhaps the most controversial Lady Death story ever! There are two killers stalking the streets of New York City - one is a serial killer who targets people based on race and the other is the disease called AIDS. One of them may be involved in the murder of Virgil Solomon and the other may claim the life of his son - the son that Virgil had already disowned. The trail leads to a confrontation not only between Lady Death and the Reaper but the Diva of Death and Virgil Solomon! It's time to see how powerful - and destructive - the power of hate can be. This a compelling story that deals with important subject matter. Reserve your copies today.
Cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Pimentel, and Hi-Fi.
FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.99

LADY DEATH: THE MOURNING #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Painted cover by Sean Gallimore
For this premium cover, Sean Gallimore paints a vivid image of Lady Death to prepare you for her next struggle: The Mourning! Limited to 3,000 copies, this edition comes printed on cardstock!
FC, 32pg MSRP: $9.99

INSANE CLOWN POSSE: MR. JOHNSON'S HEAD #1
by Jesse McCann & Gerado Sandoval
Hey all you wicked ninjas! You know that nerd at school who chills quietly in his corner desk, eye-ballin' everybody? Check it: he know sumpin' you don't Juggalo - and it has to do with what happened to Mr. Johnson's Head - and where it be hidin'! Based on the popular ICP song of the same name, this issue is filled with totally whacked-out lunacy! Ah yeah, playas, it's gut-wrenchin', sweat-drenchin', detention-benchin' school hall fallout, y'all! Straight!
FC, 32pg $2.99

INSANE CLOWN POSSE: MR. JOHNSON'S HEAD #1 PREMIUM EDITION
by Jesse McCann & Gerado Sandoval
Juggalos, if you like your ICP comics with more juice to 'em - get this tricked-out Clown Collector's Edition cover! The crazy pair of Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope return to tell Mr. Johnson's Head! No Juggalo should be without this collector's edition as part of their insane collection! Limited to 3,000 copies ya dig?!
FC, 32pg $9.99

PURGATORI: RAVENOUS #1
by Dan Jolley & Fabiano Neves
Six years ago, Purgatori's first solo book burst onto the scene in the Chaos! Universe, immediately attracting a host of enthusiastic fans. Now, on her sixth anniversary, writer Dan Jolley (Obergeist, Sabretooth) takes you on a trip into Purgatori's past, revealing a crucial event in her life that has never before been explored! What was the secret meeting between Purgatori and Mikey the Cannibal from six years ago that was then wiped from both their memories? This story begins to explains why a spell is working on Purgatori, eventually making Sakkara completely human! Great jumping on point for new readers!
FC, 32pg $2.99

PURGATORI: RAVENOUS #1 PREMIUM EDITION
Thomas Fleming uses a mixed media of pencil to bring to life the Vampire Goddess on this illustrious primo cover! Don't let her fool you, this Purgatori may seem harmless, but she craves blood - and you could be next! Limited to only 3,000 copies!
FC, 32pg $9.99

LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE #3
by Ostrander, Reis, & Pimentel; Colored by Hi-Fi
The entire Chaos! Universe collides in a huge company wide event! In Part Three of this epic installment, the Dark Alliance is together, and it is splitting at the seams affecting every player in the Chaos! Universe! Purgatori and Vulnavia meet Lady Death, and the hate flows like blood! What, if anything, can keep these enemies from each other's throats? Is the Dark Alliance doomed before it even begins? And if that's not enough to warp your senses, is Gallows' vision destined to become a terrifying reality? It's all here'so read the Alliance! Takes place within continuity, and a great jumping on point for new readers! Cover by Ivan Reis, Joe Pimentel, and Hi-Fi.
FC, 32pg (3 of 5) $2.99

LADY DEATH: DARK ALLIANCE ALTERNATE COVER #3
Cover painted by David Michael Beck
Premiere artist David Michael Beck (G.I. Joe cover artist) paints this variant cover featuring the vampire assassin, Chastity! Armed and ready - you can see Chastity is well equipped for this Alliance. Just don't get too close or she'll strike! Limited to only 2,000 copies.
FC, 32pg $7.50

LADY DEATH/THE CROW PREVIEW BOOK
Art by Romano Molenaar
Get your first look at the dark, and gothic crossover event that is Lady Death/The Crow #1, coming September 2002! It's Lady Death and The Crow in a pairing you could've only dreamed about. It's filled with preview artwork, sketches, interviews with talent, plus exciting plot points to help prepare yourself for this highly anticipated crossover! Limited to 1,000 copies worldwide.
PC, 24pg $1.99

LADY DEATH/THE CROW PREVIEW BOOK PREMIUM EDITION
Art by Romano Molenaar
Get this dynamic premium cover featuring Brian Pulido's alluring Lady Death and James O'Barrs' mysterious Crow! It's a great inside look at the forthcoming blockbuster crossover! Two characters, both undead. Can you handle the endless possibilities?! Limited to 1,000 copies.
PC, 24pg $6.00

LADY DEATH/THE CROW ASHCAN
Art by Romano Molenaar
It's our new and improved ashcan, featuring an exclusive cover by Romano Molenaar of Lady Death and The Crow's thrilling new crossover. Included are intimate insights into the creative process, detailed 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 $5.99

LADY DEATH/THE CROW ASHCAN PREMIUM
Art by Romano Molenaar
Want a rare ashcan featuring Lady Death and The Crow? Then get this ashcan limited to only 50 copies worldwide with a new exclusive cover! Allocations may occur.
b&w, 12pg $20.00

PURGATORI: HEARTBREAKER FOIL EDITION #1
Cover by Fabiano Neves
Purgatori: Heartbreaker #1 comes available in this rich foil cover, which was originally available at MegaCon 2002! Featuring 100% foil coverage with an original cover by Fabiano Neves, this edition is limited to 200 copies! Supplies are limited, order today! Allocations may occur.
FC, 32pg $20.00

UNDEAD ASHCAN PREMIUM
If you loved The Undead, get all the behind the scenes info with this "must-have" ashcan limited to only 50 copies worldwide. Comes signed and numbered by creator and writer, Brian Pulido!
b&w, 12pg $20.00

CHASTITY: HEARTBREAKER #1 FOIL EDITION
The deadly vampire-rocker-assassin, Chastity, gets the exclusive foil cover treatment for Chastity: Heartbreaker #1, originally available at MegaCon 2002! Featuring 100% foil coverage with an original cover by Adriano Batista. Limited to 200 copies.
FC, 32pg $20.00

CHISELED COMICS

WANDERLUST ISSUES #3 & 4 PACK
by Shiu, Weldele, & Halbleib
Every world attacked by the nameless enemy forces has fallen, and the Interplanetary League is determined to lose no more. The renowned Captain Zhao spearheads a vast fleet of warships and carriers into what will be known as the "Battle for Brimstone." Too bad the odds of winning aren't much, but that won't stop Lt. Jacob Sumner and his Novahawk pilots from fighting like hell to beat them! This pack contains issues #3 and #4 in the exciting SF series!
Pack (x2), FC $5.30

CLAYPOOL COMICS

ELVIRA #112
by Strom, R. Sutton, & Lachance
A long-submerged forgotten continent rises from the sea and brings forebodings of doom in its wake. Naturally, that means it's a prime spot for a "Movie Macabre" remote-shoot, and Elvira's on the move to discover the secrets of Altoonis. It's all in "Doom is a Four-Letter Word!", the first chapter of the three-part classic, "They Still Love Me in Altoonis!" by Frank Strom, Ronn Sutton, and Louis Lachance. Also, Elvira's mistaken for the missing princess of a planet of mer-people, in "Lost Daughter of Plankton!" by Janet Hetherington and Bob McLeod. Color Photo Cover of Elvira
b&w, 32pg $2.50

DEADBEATS #55
by Richard Howell with Ricardo Villagran
Dracula leads the Deadbeats now, and they're following his plan to eliminate the pretender vampire king, Hermano. None of this sits well with Dodger, the group's former leader, though, and he's determined to break the stranglehold that the world's most famous undead menace has over his old comrades, in "Get Out of Dodge!" Cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha.
b&w, 32pg $2.50

COM.X

PUNCTURE #6
by Russell Uttley & Ben Oliver
EYE IN THE SUN, MOON OVER OCEAN: Series 1 finale! Luc Bannor lies burnt in a coma after brutally slaying Priest; Sam Keen fights desperately to preserve his life's fragile balance; the Canimal killer continues to murder women to feed the Nov'ar being farmed beneath Inferno; and the final pieces fall into place. Na Eth Nov'ar steps through the mists of time to be fully revealed, and a Knight of The Holy Word awakens to name them. Absolute bloody mayhem! Square bound Premium Format.
FC, 40pg $3.99

COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND

BUSTED! #12
The Newsletter of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
Whoever said: "Any press is good press," was never burned by the media. "Smile, You're on Slanted Camera!" explores what to do when the cameras look into your store for a sordid segment - and how to spin the story to your best advantage. Plus: convention reports, First Amendment news, and breaking issues from the front lines of Free Speech.
2C, 12pg MSRP: $0.00

FANCY FROGLIN T-SHIRT
Kochalka Quality comes to the CBLDF with this stunning, full-color tee starring James Kochalka's web star, Fancy Froglin! Law-abiding Fancy displays his respect for authority in this charming, wearable cartoon. Show your support for the fight for free statement (with good taste!) with this all-new T-shirt! "I am wearing little pants to hide my genitals," Fancy says, "It is the law." All proceeds from this shirt benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund.
L-XL $20.00

COMIC CAVALCADE

SHI: FROM THE ASHES RESCUE DOG COVER
Billy Tucci's touching tribute to those that suffered most on September 11 is now available in this special edition cover by Tucci himself, featuring Shi and a rescue dog! Don't miss out on this special benefit book with part of the profits being donated to the Humane Society. This cover is limited to just 1,000 copies.
b&w, 32pg $5.95

SHI: FROM THE ASHES RESCUE DOG RUBY RED COVER
This special ruby red foil cover is limited to just 200 copies, all of which ship in a bag and board.
b&w, 32pg $29.95

DEMONSLAYER: PATH OF TIME INFERNO COVER #1/2
Demonslayer is smoking hot on this exclusive new cover from 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 don'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 series 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! This cover is limited to just 1,500 copies!
FC $5.95

10TH MUSE DEMONSLAYER PREVIEW ADRIAN COVER
Superstar Ron Adrian offers up this beautiful exclusive new cover! The 10th Muse/Demonslayer crossover features both of the stunning beauties in the fight of their lives against one foe so horrific, even together they may not be able to stop him! With art from the critically acclaimed team on Alan Moore's Glory, penciler Marat Mychaels and inker Robert Jones are sure to satisfy the art lover! This special edition is limited to only 1,000 copies!
FC $5.95

COMICS CONSPIRACY

GENERIC COMIC BOOK #9
by Miers, Santos, Silva & Thomas
Generic Man gets caught with his pants down when he learns that changing into a superhero costume in a public phone booth is no guarantee of privacy! Guest-starring an uptight and easily irritated vigilante who wears the skull-and-crossbones on his chest, who thinks his own personal tragedy gives him license to go around shooting whoever crosses his path! Of course his path crosses that of Generic Man. Introducing the hottest game since Russian Roulette - Hot Potato with a hand grenade!
b&w, 16pg $1.95

COMICSONE

HEAVEN SWORD & DRAGON SABRE #1
by Wing Shing Ma Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre follows the adventures of a young man named Wuji Cheung. Everyone in the martial arts world, including Wuji, is in search of the legendary "Heaven Sword" and "Dragon Sabre" blades. It is said that whoever possesses these two weapons will become the most powerful Kung Fu master and the Chief of the martial arts world. The story begins with the explanation of how Wuji's parents, who were from rival clans, originally met and fell in love.
SC, 7x10, 120pg, FC $13.95

KABUTO VOLUMES 1 & 2 SET
by Buichi Terasawa
Close to 500 years ago during the Tensho Era of Japan, a man was born who defied the will of a demon; a man who had the gods of good on his side; a man destined to battle evil... his name was Kabuto. Somehow, Kuroyasha Douki, the vile Black Night Demon, escaped his prison in Hell and returned to the earthly plane to wreak vengeance on the family-line of Kabuto. None can escape his deadly magic and masterful skills with the blade; however, the gods of the North, West, East and South band together to help Kabuto stand for justice! With the questionable help of a diabolical talking sword forged by his father, Kabuto may live another day to see his own sons born!
Set (x2), b&w $21.00

STORM RIDERS GN #5
by Wing Shing Ma
Wind goes to Lin-Yin Cave to visit the scene of his father's death. To his surprise, he discovers that Cloud is being held captive within the cave. Cloud reveals that the killer of Wind's father was the Flame Kylin Beast. After Wind frees him, Cloud is unable to repress his urges and continues his affair with Kong-Chi (Frost's wife). When Wind discovers their tryst, he offers this ultimatum: Abandon Kong-Chi or abandon the World Fighting Association. Unable to choose between the two, Cloud decides his only alternative is to kill Wind. Conquer's two most powerful disciples, Wind and Cloud, launch into battle, leaving Kong-Chi caught in the middle.
SC, 5x7, 120pg, b&w $11.95

WOUNDED MAN GN #9
by Kazuo Koike & Ryoichi Ikegami
In this stunning conclusion to the Wounded Man saga, Keisuke strikes a deal with his Green Beret foes to settle the battle once and for all. If he defeats the Veterans' Army, they will reveal the real boss of GPX and surrender; if the Berets win, the price is Keisuke's life. As the showdown begins, a mysterious CIA operative watches from the shadows. This is Keisuke's final chance to avenge the woman he loves. After all these years, is he still strong enough to do it?
MATURE READERS
SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.95

WEAPONS OF THE GODS #1
by Tony Wong
Further expanding its full-color Kung Fu comics line, ComicsOne is bringing Weapons of the Gods to American audiences. From Tony Wong, the acclaimed author of Oriental Heroes (from Jademan Comics), Weapons of the Gods tracks two ancient weapons of immeasurable power as they battle throughout the ages. The weapons were created long ago, when Celestial Goddess was locked in battle with the Dark Spirit. Celestial Goddess used five colors of stones to create a magical weapon known as "Heaven's Crystal" in order to defeat the evil Spirit. One hundred years later, Heaven's Crystal disappeared. Now, forces are trying to use "Tiger Soul," its opposing weapon, to destroy the world! Our hero, young Tian, must search for Heaven's Crystal because only its power can defeat the fearful might of Tiger Soul!
SC, 120pg, FC $13.95

CPM MANGA

GEOBREEDERS BOOK 4: UNFRIENDLY SKIES TP
by Akihiro Ito
The ongoing feud between Kagura Security and the Phantom Cats has been legendary, but the stakes are raised even higher when one of our heroes is kidnapped! Making matters worse, hostage and hijackers alike are trapped on a jet airplane that the army is trying to shoot out of the sky! Getting stuck between the government and the Phantom Cats isn't the best place for any self-respecting action hero to be! Written and illustrated by the mega-talented Akihiro Ito, Geobreeders is a high-octane slugfest that never runs short on action, thrills, and cute girls with machine guns!
SC, 7x10, 224pg, b&w $15.95

MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO BOOK 4 TP
The hapless crew of the Nadesico is caught between the powerful Earth Federation forces and the mysterious Jupiterians. They have journeyed out to the planet Jupiter in hopes of rescuing Captain Yurika, but what they don't know is that she may not want to be rescued! How can a lone battleship survive against the amassed power of two planets? Don't miss the grand finale of Nadesico!
SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $15.95

M.D. GEIST COMPLETE EDITION TP
by Koichi Ohata
Enter a future devastated by war; a future you'll probably live to see. With their governments driven to the brink of destruction, the planet Jerra is in disarray. Amidst the turmoil a new type of hero emerges on a quest for vengeance and violence. Geist, born in the government laboratories of Earth, hungers for battle and power, and no authority can stop him! From the cybernetic mind of Koichi Ohata, CPM Comics proudly presents one of the greatest anti-heroes of all time-M.D. Geist!
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC $15.95

Manga18

IMMORAL ANGEL VOLUME TWO: THE LEMMING APOSTLE TP
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, 176pg, b&w $16.95

CRAZY MAMA PRODUCTIONS

SLAPPED TOGETHER COMICS GN
Features strips, comics, and other mayhem by a wide range of cartoonists. Here you'll find ruminations on God by John Klossner, the search for love by Jay Scruggs, gratuitous violence by Elena Steier and John Reynolds, and a monkey in a mailbox by John Kovaleski. In addition, there are paper dolls and puzzles, all of which have been slapped together for no particular reason. But then not everything has a purpose, now does it?
SC, 124pg, b&w $19.95

CROSSGEN COMICS

MERIDIAN #26
by Kesel, McNiven, Simmons; Colored by Hollowell
After last month's devastating battle, there's lots of clean-up work to do on Meridian. But it's no longer the home that Sephie left...and it may not be her home for much longer.
FC, 32pg $2.95

RUSE #10
by Waid, Guice, & Perkins; Colored by DePuy
Below the streets of Partington lies a stygian realm ruled by Simon Archard's former partner, Lightbourne! In order to save the city from complete and total destruction, Simon and Emma have no choice but to confront Lightbourne in his own domain - where he holds all the power!
FC, 32pg $2.95

THE FIRST #22
by Kesel, Di Vito, & Hunter; Colored by Schwager
Trenin's using Tulity's child to flush her out of hiding. Will a mother's love prove stronger than self-protection? It does for Pyrem, who heads off to rescue Ingra, unwisely going alone...
FC, 32pg $2.95

MYSTIC #27
by Bedard, Fiorentino, & Ryan; Colored by Crossley
Giselle rocks the Kasbah in the land of the Djinn Guild! When she seeks the wisdom of the Djinn Master, Giselle ends up taking on an ancient spirit bent on eradicating the peaceful, desert-dwelling folk. Will she solve the great riddle of the Djinn in time to defeat her newest foe? Be there as the mystic quest continues across the magical world of Ciress!
FC, 32pg $2.95

WAY OF THE RAT #4
by Dixon, Johnson, & Ryder; Colored by Garcia
No rest for Boon this issue. The Silken Ghost gives Boon until sundown to find the Phoenix Heart. The Judge sends his deadliest killers to find Boon. Tiger Mah swears vengeance against the Jade Rat. The Great Khan begins a siege campaign to bring down the walls of Zhumar. And Po Po is too hung over to care about any of it. Blazing martial arts action AND a drunken monkey!
FC, 32pg $2.95

NEGATION #9
by Bedard, Pelletier, & Meikis; Colored by Rochelle
Suffering their most crushing loss at the hands of the Lawbringer, beyond all hope of victory, Kaine and his band of fugitives must find the will to carry on their war against the Negation. Meanwhile, Charon's mysterious prisoner is revealed, and Komptin obtains his ultimate secret weapon!
FC, 32pg $2.95

FORGE #5
by Various
The best swords are made from a variety of metals that, when forged together, create a blade stronger than the sum of its parts. So too with CrossGen's Compendia Series. Forge #5 is a unique blend of fantasy, sci-fi, action, and adventure - one that cuts through genre conventions in a powerful new way. Speaking of swords, it will take a very special blade to take down the dragon in this month's triple-sized installment of Sojourn (chapters 8-10). Or maybe it will take something other than a blade to eliminate this threat. No one can accuse the Negation crew of bringing a knife to a gunfight in chapter 6 of this rollicking space odyssey. This one features more walrus people than ever before, as our intrepid escapees set out to rescue Captain Fluxor. Meridian brings a brighter sense of adventure to the pages of Forge, tempering the carnage of sci-fi spectacle with a dash of fairy-tale fantasy. But Sephie can certainly stand up for herself in a fight, as we see in chapters 23 & 24. Add to the mix three parts Crux (chapters 11-13), the most cosmic CrossGen series of all. This installment marks a turning point for our six Atlanteans. Pulled a hundred centuries out of their own time, they begin to discover their new place in the universe. Unfortunately, their place is linked to the Negation. Finally, from the far-flung future we visit a world that recalls Japan's feudal past with a double dose of The Path (chapter 4). The way of the sword is a hard path indeed, as General Ryuichi lays siege to the monastery of his old friend Obo-san, who is now a wanted man. Variety is certainly the spice of life, but it's also the key to the sharpest edge of entertainment - Forge#5.
SC, 7x10, 256pg, FC (Note Price) $11.95

MYSTIC VOLUME 3: SIEGE OF SCALES TP
by Marz & Bedard, Peterson & Fiorentino, Dell & Ryan
The saga of Giselle Villard, reluctant hero of a magical world, continues in this volume collecting issues #15-20, and featuring the world-shaking return of Giselle's greatest enemy! Following the defeat of the evil Demon Queen, Animora, our heroine hopes her life will finally slow down enough for her to better understand the strange sigil on her palm that has made her the most powerful mystic in history. But even as Giselle enjoys adventures on the moon and in the town, Animora is busy making a comeback that will place Giselle's entire world in the Demon Queen's scaly grip! This very special collection features the eye-popping final Mystic issues by series co-creator Brandon Peterson, as well as the first issue by his amazing artistic successor, Fabrizio Fiorentino! New cover by Brandon Peterson.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC $15.95

SIGIL #27
by Dixon, A. Smith, Vancata; Colored by Milla
The homeworld of the human race is doomed. Gaia is hours away from planetary destruction unless Sam can save it. But he's ordered to the Saurian homeworld to face down Khyradon for the fate of the galaxy. The crew of the BitterLuck finds far more than they bargained for when they arrive at Tcharun. Interplanetary warfare on a grand scale! And a startling surprise for readers that will rock the CrossGen Universe!
FC, 32pg $2.95

SOJOURN #14
by Marz, Land, Geraci; Colored by Rodriguez
Arwyn and Gareth's quest for the next Fragment has taken them to Ankhara, where the winged denizens of the glorious cliff cities plot a revolt against Mordath's rule. But while Arwyn and Gareth would be happy to obtain their prize and be on their way, the Ankharans - and Mordath's trolls - have very different plans for them.
FC, 32pg $2.95

CRUX #17
by Dixon, A. Smith, & Vancata; Colored by Lewis
Aristophanes has followed the latest Negation invasion back through their own portal. Now he's trapped in their universe with no way back. Or is it the other way around? The warrior-priest from ancient Atlantis is surrounded on all sides by murderous beings set to kill him. That means he's got them right where he wants them! But what will the fate of Galvan be? And you'll never guess who shows up for a guest appearance!
FC, 32pg $2.95

EDGE #5
by Various
What does it take for a common thief to become the hero of a nation? A cynical person might say, "That's just the way of the world," but the Edge faithful know better. It's Way of the Rat, the new kung fu saga from Chuck Dixon and Jeff Johnson, joining the cast of Comics' Greatest Compendia in August. This first chapter has it all: a drunken monkey, a magical artifact, and martial arts mayhem the whole family will love! But cynics can take satisfaction from the 23rd chapter of Sigil, because there's absolutely nothing heartwarming about hurling an asteroid the size of Australia toward the Planetary Union Homeworld. What else should you expect from the Saurian Empire? But it's not just the lizard people keeping life nasty, brutish, and short. Even the magical world of Ciress has its dark side, as we learn in this month's double installment of Mystic (chapters 21 & 22). Tony Bedard sends new artist Fabrizio Fiorentino on a tour of Ciress' seedy underbelly, placing Giselle in a web of corruption somewhere between Chinatown and Training Day. Fortunately, there's a double-shot of Scion (chapters 23 & 24) to restore your faith in humanity. Ethan and Ashleigh have set off on a bold plan to create a sanctuary for the Lesser Races, but they have to navigate a world war to do it. In chapters 7 and 8 of Ruse, the search for Lightbourne is on! Simon and Emma head off in search of answers, but encounter a band of gypsies fighting for their lives against unseen forces. What's Simon's involvement in all this, and what could be the connection with Lightbourne? As usual, the only certainty is that nothing is as it seems. And, as usual, the same can be said of The First, where intrigues great and small are always in fashion. In chapters 17 and 18, it's a battle royale to rescue Pyrem from the renegade forces of House Sinister. And who sets him free? The leader of House Sinister. Confused? Don't be, for even the lives of the gods can have a nasty and brutish quality. That's just the way of the world.
SC, 7x10, 256pg, FC (Note Price) $11.95

ROUTE 666 #3
by Bedard, Moline, & Dell; Colored by Bell
Wanted by every law enforcement agency from coast to coast, Cassie is spotted by Sheriff Vargas, a small-town lawman in the rural Southwest. The ensuing high-speed chase will yield tragic results, and put both Cassie and her dogged pursuer at the mercy of forces from beyond the grave.
FC, 32pg $2.95

SCION #27
by Marz, Lee, Moder, Paris; Colored by Lambert
Ethan discovers that founding a kingdom may well be easier than maintaining one. As Ethan realizes he may not be the best choice to govern the freed Lesser Races simply because he's human, an assassin stalks him. Will the shadowy killer end not only Ethan's reign, but his life as well?
FC, 32pg $2.95

THE PATH #5
by Ron Marz & Walter Simonson; Colored by Atiyeh
Master storyteller Walter Simonson takes on a tale of The Path! As General Ryuichi's siege remains in effect, the outlander Wulf finally reveals how he came to Nayado's shores, and the circumstances of his first meeting with the warlord Todosi. Meanwhile, the Emperor of Shinacea sees his opportunity to strike and destroy both Nayado and Obo-san forever.
FC, 32pg $2.95

SCION: ASHLEIGH LIMITED EDITION STATUE
The gorgeous Raven princess, Ashleigh, from the hit CrossGen Comics series Scion, comes dramatically to life as a resin statue produced by Dynamic Forces! Standing defiantly outside the Underground Sanctuary, Ashleigh has been captured in resin as never before as this limited edition collectible. Standing 7" tall on a base measuring 4" wide, the beauty of Ashleigh has been captured in meticulous detail in this high-quality statue featuring an edition size of only 1,500 production units in the world! The painting, done meticulously by Dan Lane, complements the sculpting by CrossGen sculptors Vincenzo Cucca and Ciro Vignes (who also worked together on the Arwyn Statue). This beautiful second statue in the CrossGen Statue Series, is a must-have for any CrossGen fans!
Statue $89.99

NEGATION PACK #1
by Bedard & Waid, Pelletier, & Meikis; Colored by Rochelle
Negation Space Is a Happy Place! Especially if you take advantage of this one-time Special Offer! Negation Prequel, Negation #1 & #2, all three comics pre-packaged (112 pages). Treat yourself to CrossGen's alternative to the grand space-opera, where The Dirty Dozen meets Aliens meets Escape From New York. A true comic book tour de force! At this price, can you afford to miss it? We think not!
Pack (x3), FC $7.95

FIRST #9-12 PACK
by Kesel, Sears & Di Vito, Smith & Hunter; Colored by Atiyeh & Lambert
In this special pre-packaged four-issue set (128 pages), Witness! the murder of a First! Behold! the seduction of a Secundae! Revel! in the discovery of a universe-shattering secret! Set contains first printings of The First #9-12. Order now, mortal!
Pack (x4), FC $9.95

CRUSADE ENTERTAINMENT

SHI: THE ILLUSTRATED WARRIOR #3
by Billy Tucci & Craig Shaw Gardner
Ana Ishikawa abandons her quest for vengeance and attempts to leave her tortured and murderous past behind. She begins a budding romance with police detective Peter DeNyse and is overjoyed by the unexpected arrival of her best friend, the vivacious and beautiful Tomoe Gozan. But, storm clouds have gathered overhead as Arashi, thirsting for revenge, brings in the most notorious off all assassins - the black-cloaked Nara Sohei. These ruthless warriors have dedicated their lives to the destruction of their centuries-old enemy, the Kyoto Sohei. And Ana has carelessly left behind several clues, all leading to her Kyoto lineage, and the Nara are sent to hunt down the Shi killer. This can only mean one thing: Ana Ishikawa, once the hunter, is now the hunted! Shi: The Illustrated Warrior combines the best aspects of New York Times best-selling author Craig Shaw Gardner's novelized verse and Shi creator Billy Tucci's dynamic and richly detailed illustrations!
b&w, 32pg (3 of 7) $2.99

SHI LASER KEYCHAIN
These stunningly elegant, all-metal "laser" light keychains are the perfect car or club companions. Chrome-plated with the Shi kanji symbol laser-engraved with oxidization for durability, and a power switch on the reverse side, these keychains are both stylish and fun. Not to be confused with actual laser pointers, the light feature of the keychains add amusement to raves, sporting events, and of course helps find the car door lock in dark parking lots.
RED LASER-Keychain $15.99
BLUE LASER-Keychain $15.99

SHI SYMBOL BLACK SHIRTS
Blissfully elegant and to the point, this shirt features the kanji symbol for "Shi" and the word itself printed on this black, 100% cotton T-shirt. A must have for any Shi fan! Available in Adult sizes Large, X-Large, and XX-Large; also available in a black, 100% cotton Women's top in Small, Medium, and Large.
MEN'S-L-XL $16.99
MEN'S-XXL $19.99
WOMEN'S-S-L $18.99

CRYPTIC PRESS

QUICKEN FORBIDDEN #11
After causing reality to fall apart, teenage sorceress Jax Epoch battles some giants and is given the choice to join a group of inter-dimensional thieves. Meanwhile, Doug and the robot A.M. must contend with laundry-hungry goblins. This issue starts a new action-packed story arc, and is a perfect jumping-on point for new readers. Back cover by Vince Giarrano (Batman)!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

QUICKEN FORBIDDEN: SEPARATION ANXIETY 5 ISSUE PACK
This pack collects the complete story arc from issues #6-10! After destroying the boundaries between reality and fantasy, and awakening the Quicken, Jax Epoch is put on trial before an alien jury in an inter-dimensional courtroom. When stranger things happen in New York City, Jax seeks out the help of an old magician, but is captured by an evil corporation. Jax escapes with the help of the magician, Lorik, and the robot A.M., only to face the Quicken once more. Features back covers by Mark Crilley (Akiko), Andi Watson (Slow News Days), and Stuart Immonen.
SC, 7x10, b&w $9.95

CURTIS COMIC INC.

BLOODY SCHOOL VOLUME 1 #1
by Seonmo Yang & Kyongwon Yoo
This is a school horror story involving vampire students. The chairman of the school, who is also a vampire, has created and fostered a group of 4 vampire students as the "Four Bloods." The leader of the group, Josh, is the chairman's favorite. The group's rebel, Ray, disregard's the group's rules and indiscriminately kills female students for blood. When the bodies are found, the police start to investigate the school and the cases of increasing missing students. The chairman directs Josh to strictly supervise Ray's behavior. Discontented, Ray decides to retaliate against the chairman - and kill Josh. MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

KNIGHT GUNNER VOLUME 1 #1
by Kiho Jeon & Jeongwook Ko
A legendary knight who has the gift for handling both the sword and gun! Only Isle Grindt can save Jerusalem from its tragic war. He was born and raised in Jerusalem, the "Holy Land," which has been the battleground between the Crusaders and the Natives. One group wants to revitalize the Holy Land, while the other is fighting to stay in charge! Isle's father, Philip, and uncle, Stern, had been allies and war heroes. But a certain "incident" drove them to take opposite sides of the Crusaders and Natives. Who will Isle favor?
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

MINOS VOLUME 1 #1
by Jongil Kim
Flying Ax invades Demons' territory in search of General Black Sword, who has a reward on his head. When Black Sword's subordinate, Lea, find out that Flying Ax is the one who had killer her brother, she attacks him. Lea with Black Sword then takes down Flying Ax. When Demons oppose Lea's decision to return to her hometown, they plot to kill her. But will her decision to spend the night in a nearby hut prevent her untimely demise?
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

SLASHER VOLUME 1 #1
by Jinwoo Lee & Chulhee Lee
A brutally slashed female body is found on a rainy night near the railroad. On the chest of the corpse is an inscription "XII." A rookie cop in charge of the case, Sia, realizes that this murder is a continuation of serial killings that had stopped 4 years ago. All the victims' bodies form that case also had numbers inscribed on their chests. The nature of the killings get progressively more gruesome as the killer seems to enjoy torturing and mutilating the bodies with increased frequency.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

ZERO TAKER VOLUME 1 #1
by Yoonyul Choi A neo-city jointly controlled by the U.S. and Japan must have their "creatures" destroyed! These creatures - mutant humans that resulted from an unidentified new virus-will be met by the new countermeasure, Zero Taker. The new line of defense, Zero Taker must not only save the human race from the creatures, but also face the conspirator of yet another group!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

ETERNAL IMAGE VOLUME 1 #2
by Miro
In the city of the Pope, 100 boys and girls comprising the Centurion System are trained to fight against an evil tribe. But the tribe invades the training ground one day and annihilates the whole Centurion System, including its leader, Irian. But one mysterious man and his assistant resurrect Irian using sorcery.
b&w, 32pg $2.95

EXTREME VOLUME 1 #2
by Haeryong Chong & Ha Chae
Sean is a genius when it comes to inline skating. He looks like an easy-going, care-free guy, but there is a sad secret behind this facade. He's skating to find someone.
b&w, 32pg $2.95

PSI VOLUME 1 #2
by Yongha Hong & Dongsan Kim
Psi is murdered while trying to save his girlfriend. But he's been resurrected! And there is this sexy web magazine reporter that is following the mysterious serial murder cases involving PSI and others! This cyber horror masterpiece will keep you on the edge!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

BARCHETTA VOLUME 1 #2
by Seongkyu Lee
"Kill" is a criminal who lives to fight. "Barchetta" is the name of the weapon he has attached to his arm. He's going to need it when he's offered immunity from his crimes if he can defeat the evil pope who is reigning over the village. Because at the same time another band of people are marching into the village! A fast-paced western-style fantasy comic that will have you reeling!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

ESP VOLUME 1 #2
by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee
This is a story of super-powered kids fighting a group of evildoers who want to rule the Earth. Max is the leader of the evil group and is super-strong. But the kids under his training are getting stronger by the day. Who will have the last laugh?
b&w, 32pg $2.95

INTO THE STORM
by Jihoon Park & Takyoung Lee
Ryan is an average kid with a below-average school performance. His grades are always at the bottom. And he constantly gets into fights with others. But he's a great race car driver. His dream is to be the best. But it seems as though something is always standing between him and his dream! What's a dreamer to do?
b&w, 32pg $2.95

PANDEMONIUM VOLUME 1 #2
by Jeongtae Lee
Lemai is a bionic cyborg that belongs to CPR, which is assigned to fight a group of resistants. These resistants are beastmen, though. So CPR has its hands full! As the fight goes on with the beastmen, Lemai is getting suspicious of the real reason behind his battles!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

MOON VOLUME 1 #2
by Yoojeong Lee
Earth is under the attack of aliens. And as a result, people have been relocated to live on the moon! There are three girls born on the moon on the same day, the same hour. They become members of the Pink Club. They fight against other gangs to widen their territory. One day, they will rule the moon. Or, so they think. MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

CYBEROSIA PUBLISHING

DEAD.LINE SPIRITUS SANCTI VOLUME 1 GN
by Zoltan Géczi & Csaba Olajos
A Free Comic Book Day book! Beginning the story of Europe's deadliest and most effective hunters as they are hired to recover the lost F-type artificial intelligences called Cherubs. Pasadenas, St. Etienne, and Anathema must fight for survival in an over-organized, yet hopelessly fragmented world full of greed, fear, and hate-driven chaos.
MATURE READERS
SC, 112pg, FC $15.95

DANCING ELEPHANT PRESS

JACK STAFF #11
by Paul Grist
In his time, the Claw has been a thief, a liar, and a cheat. He has also put his life on the line in order to save the world. He has walked the line between hero and villain. But the time has come for him to cross the line. On which side will he stand?
b&w, 24pg $2.95

DEATH RAY GRAPHICS

DEEP FRIED: WE'RE #1
by Jason Yungbluth
The first issue of the new, larger format for this critically acclaimed twisted humor series spotlights America's adrenaline pumping War on Terrorism! This issue features numerous selections from the syndicated Deep Fried comic strip and debuts many outrageous new characters like Philip McDisney, the corporate rodent, Slamwich the Action Sandwich, and more! Meanwhile, Beepo and Roadkill "Hulk out" and give America's enemies what they have coming, then go on to endure the horror of a "furry" convention where they meet Roadkill's original owner! It's satire and sacrilege the way only Deep Fried can do it!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $5.95

DHJ ENTERTAINMENT

CHRISTIAN ZANIER'S DARK CITY ANGEL #1
by Christian Zanier & Marvin Mariano
DHJ started hot with The Vault #1. Ken Lashley's Legends #1 moved it into overdrive. Now, they are about to blaze through he industry as August 2002 marks the groundbreaking debut of Christian Zanier's Dark City Angel. Bringing Rising Stars to the peak of its success, Christian Zanier, formerly of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, stormed into the limelight and has become one of the most sought after pencilers in the business. The first issue of Dark City Angel stomps forward in the stunning DHJ tradition and is dazzling colored by Marvin Mariano. Also available as a Previews Exclusive cover editions.
REG.-FC, 32pg $2.95
EXC.-FC, 32pg $4.95

DIGITAL WEBBING

BURN #1
by Rich Ma, Jerry Ma, & Jimmy Ma
Previously previewed in the pages of Digital Webbing Presents, Burn is the first book from the creative team at EpicProportions Art Studio. Troy and Marlon are ambushed by their former gang members in a nightclub while the heartbroken Mieling awaits Troy's return. Love, honor, violence, betrayal, and brotherhood take place in a stylish and moody gangland Chinatown. The drama absorbs like a smooth drink at the bar of one part visual and one part narrative for some pure intoxicating imagery.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.50

DIGITAL WEBBING PRESENTS #4
by Various
The hit Internet anthology is now bi-monthly, kicking off the serialized adventures of Amber and Alley as they battle the menace known as... Harvey? Also, when it absolutely has to get there... you call The Courier, and Blammo: The Space Monkey proves that when you're the only human in space, strange things are bound to happen. Plus, explore love, jealousy, and shooting pool with strangers in the autobiographical vignette, "A Night At Oldfield's," take a ride with a truck driver who gets an unusual "Pep Talk," and witness a father make the ultimate sacrifice to save the "Human Race." Diversity, quality, and a spectacular wraparound cover by Sanford Greene (Adventures of Superman)!
b&w, 40pg $2.95

DORK STORM PRESS

DORK TOWER #20
by John Kovalic
An entire issue devoted to everyone's favorite Perky Goth, Gilly! Now that Matt's blurted out his feelings for her, what's a Goth to do? And how can she avoid Matt's girlfriend, Kayleigh? Spend a whole day with the princess of Perky, and put the Romance back into Necromancy as the Dorks of Dork Tower ride again! Plus: Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks make a special back-up appearance with a brand-new tale of comic book fandom. And as always, Lethargic Lad continues its hilarious ways, as a new chapter from "Lethargic Lad's Book of Villains" is opened. As usual there's hilarity with Nodwick and PvP. But don't miss the brand-new role-playing game by James Wallis: Afterlives is the role-playing game where your dead characters take on a whole new life! A huge 52-page special issue!
b&w, 52pg $2.99

PERKY GOTH BABY DOLL T-SHIRT by John Kovalic
"Put the romance back into necromancy." Who can say it any better than Gilly, the breakout character from Dork Tower who's become a spokes-Goth for an entire generation of people who wear black. Available at last in the ever-popular baby-doll size, this is a perfect gift for that perky Nosferatu in your afterlife. From the hit comic book Dork Tower, but popular with a huge crossover audience, who wants to be invisible when they're wearing something as cool as this?
M-L $19.95

SKULL THE TROLL CLOISONNÉ PIN
by Scott Kurtz This handsome circular pin by Scott Kurtz features Skull the Troll, star of the popular comic strip PvP, wearing his trademark fez. Four color with black trim. Hard Enamel, 1 1/4", military-style clasp back.
Pin $6.99

DOUBLEDAY BOOKS

SHUTTERBUG FOLLIES HC
by Jason Little
Bee, a plucky and insatiable curious young woman, works as photo finishing technician in a one-hour lab in lower Manhattan. To amuse herself, she duplicates (for her own collection) any titillating photos that happen to pass through her hands. When pictures of a naked corpse are left for processing, Bee's interest is piqued. She learns that the photographs were taken by a prominent crime photographer, Oleg Khatchatourian, who specializes in arriving first at scenes of especially gruesome crimes. When Bee tails Khatchatourian and a few of his Russian compatriots, she overhears the sounds of gangland-style interrogation and realizes after narrowly escaping with her anonymity (and life) in tact, that she's up to her heck in trouble. Shipping in September 2002.
MATURE READERS
HC, 9x6, 208pg, FC $24.95

IN THE DRINK SC
by Kate Christiansen & Emily Ryan Lerner
Claudia Steiner never intended for her life to be such as disaster. At the age of 29, she finds herself serving as a secretary to an insane, aging socialite who barks orders from her toilet, specializes in devastating backhanded remarks, and expects Claudia to ghostwrite her best-selling novels. For this thankless job she is paid enough to keep her in overpriced cocktails, cabs, and takeout food, but not enough to cover the rent on her roach-infested apartment to keep her creditors at bay. Her romantic prospects are no better. She's hopelessly in love with her best friend, who may or may not be gay, and she's still pursued by her ex-lover, and unpublished epic poet married to a Romanian stripper. Emily Ryan Lerner's fresh illustrations bring to life many of the subtle nuances and underlying themes. Shipping in October 2002.
MATURE READERS
SC, 5x8, 208pg, b&w $15.95

NARCISSA SC
by Lance Tooks
A talented, self-centered independent filmmaker is collapsing under the strain of her critics -- "enlightened" folks who are trying to get her to compromise her integrity. The stress is killing her -- literally. She can stay and try to complete her work and be dead in week or she can fly to coop and try to pull herself together. Deciding that a trip to Spain barring no expense in the answer, Narcissa embarks on a journey where she learns just as much about herself as the people she meets. In the end, Narcissa is an episodic tale of existentialism and self-discovery. Scheduled to ship in September 2002.
MATURE READERS
SC, 10x8, 208pg, b&w $15.95

DRAGON CANDY PRODUCTIONS

SEVEN CITIES OF ELHAZZ #1
by Andrew Strawder
The first true human is born into an embattled world of highly evolved animals with the task of creating peace between the warring nations. Monkeys kill lions, pigs kill monkeys! Some will keep their limbs and some will be maimed! Don't miss this groundbreaking first issue from Andrew Strawder!
b&w, 32pg $3.00

DRAWN & QUARTERLY

PAUL HAS A SUMMER JOB GN
by Michel Rabagliati
Michel Rabagliati received praise and a "Best New Talent" Harvey Award for his first published work in 2000 and now he returns with the eagerly awaited follow-up, Paul Has a Summer Job. This book continues the story of Paul, a Quebecois teenager in the late 1970s, as he experiences the first conflicts of responsibility with his desire to be free. Paul is outraged that he is forced to stop his high school art training. But he's been asked to put art aside because his other grades are so terribly low. Defiant, he quits school and anticipates a summer of leisure. But instead Paul follows the path of so many Quebecois teenagers: he lands a job as a counselor at one of the many summer camps in the mountains outside the city. There he finds himself guiding a motley band of kids, misfits, and troublemakers, much like himself. This clever and endearing story, told in Rabagliati's crisp, retro-1950s drawing style, promises to be one of the top new graphic novels of the year.
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $16.95

DREAMWAVE PRODUCTIONS

TRANSFORMERS: GENERATION ONE #5
by Sarracini, Lee, Garcia, Armstrong, & TheRealT
With Optimus Prime left for dead and the world on the brink of collapse, the battered and beaten Autobot warriors must battle on against the evil Decepticons! Can they stop Megatron's evil cyber-virus before it is too late? Plus, details about Spike's secret informant revealed! The action reaches a fever pitch in issue #5 of the most popular comic book event of the year! Don't miss out on Transformers: Generation 1! NOTE: This issue ships with two distinct covers by Pat Lee, shipped in equal quantities. Each also contains a different mini-poster for each cover!
FC, 32pg $2.95

TRANSFORMERS: ARMADA #2
by Sarracini, Raiz, Armstrong, & Wang
The newest and most exciting generation of Transformers continues with issue #2 of DreamWave's Transformers Armada! With enhanced strength on their side and visions of planetary domination in their minds, the Decepticons declare war on all of Cybertron, determined to rule the planet! Optimus Prime and the Autobots courageously try to defend Cybertron but will they be enough to stop Mini-Con-enhanced Decepticons? What is the secret plan being formulated by the Mini-Cons? Can they pull it off? Issue #2 of Transformers Armada will provide you with the answers!
FC, 32pg $2.95

TRANSFORMERS: MEGATRON GROUP POSTER
Multiple Megatrons meeting and modeling! Summer is here and it's time for an old fashioned family reunion. A beautifully colored poster features many of the different versions of Megatron enjoyed by Transformers fans over the years. An impressive DreamWave poster debut for artist Don Allan Figueroa. Smile for the penciller boys!
Poster, 27x39, FC $6.95

TRANSFORMERS: OPTIMUS PRIME GROUP POSTER
Ogle oodles o' Optimuses! The ultimate collection of Optimus Prime in all his incarnations. The creative vision of artist Don Allan Figueroa paired with the brilliant DreamWave coloring style makes this poster a phenomenal addition to any Autobot fan's collection. And if you love Deceptions: you really should get to know your enemy!
Poster, 27x39, FC $6.95

DINOBOTS VS. DEVASTATOR LITHOGRAPH
Generational in-fighting at its best! Witness the destruction that occurs when aggressive Dinobots rampage on Devastator. Artist Don Allan Figueroa envisions a gory battle for somebody's favorite Transformer. This limited edition lithograph is must have item for any Transformers fan! Only 1500 lithographs will be printed, do not miss out!
Lithograph, 18x24, FC $19.95

FATE OF THE BLADE #1
by Chris Sarracini, Job Yamen, &DreamWave Colors
Welcome to the year 2030. One of America's newest super corporations is taking the world by storm: EVE INC. The only thing more shocking than EVE INC.'s success is its product: perfect women. Run by the world's best biologists, sociologists and psychologists, EVE INC. artificially grows females on a massive scale, shaping their personalities with artificial memories injected into their minds as they grow. Sound crazy? Now imagine what happens when a product becomes defective. No company warranty covers that kind of damage. From the company that brought you Transformers and Transformers Armada, DreamWave launches its newest and boldest title yet... Fate of the Blade!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

SHIDIMA #6
by Tsang, Kang, Sander, & Dreamwave Colors
The Imperial city is ablaze as Aldaran and his makeshift mercenary army descend on the capital in an all out battle to unseat emperor Gurakai from the throne of Shidima. As Aldaran's intricate plan begins to unravel, he finds himself in the one position that he fears will result in total defeat: an extreme unrestricted physical battle against the emperor himself!
FC, 32pg $2.95

WARLANDS: AGE OF ICE #8
by Tsang, Guerrero, Jimenez, & Poon
Tricking Zeph and his cohorts into following him back in time, Aragon sets his sights on destroying Warlands by setting the entire planet aflame! With the armies of both Ryotia and the Astral Plane standing in their way, Zeph and his companions must find a way to stop Aragon's mad plan. But by stopping Aragon will our heroes lose the one chance they have to save Warland's fragile ecosystem forever? And how will a stolen artifact of unimaginable power effect the outcome?
FC, 32pg $2.95

DYNAMIC FORCES

DF AVENGERS CLASSIC LITHOGRAPH
By legendary Avengers artist John Buscema with painter Alex Ross! Featuring the last piece of incredible artwork that the late, great John Buscema, created exclusively for Dynamic Forces, and then painted by modern master painter Alex Ross! The only collaboration between these two masters for DF presents the Almighty Avengers! This original piece of artwork has been created exclusively for Dynamic Forces! This classic and powerful piece features Captain America, Yellow Jacket, The Black Knight, Iron Man, The Vision, Scarlet Witch, Giant-Man, Wasp, The Black Panther, and the Mighty Thor! Dynamic Forces is especially proud to present this beautiful, fully-painted lithograph, which measures an impressive 18" x 24" and is printed on 80lb Gallerie Art Silk Stock paper. This is the "ultimate" edition of -- and ultimate addition to -- your collection! Also available signed by Alex Ross, and as a signed and framed edition!
REG.--Lithograph $24.99
SGN.--Lithograph $49.99
FRAMED--Lithograph $475.00

DF BATTLE OF THE PLANETS: MARK VS. SPECTRA LITHOGRAPH
by Alex Ross
Recently gracing the cover of Wizard's Anime Invasion, this brand-new, fully-painted image by Alex Ross continues the tradition of excellence in Battle of the Planet products and lithographs produced by Dynamic Forces! The leader of the Battle team, Mark swoops down in a dramatic aerial assault as he hurls his trusty weapon towards the unseen forces of Spectra! Dynamic Forces is proud to present this beautiful, fully-painted litho, which measures an impressive 18" x 24" and is printed on 80lb Gallerie Art Silk Stock paper. Also available signed by Alex Ross!
REG.--Lithograph $19.99
SGN.--Lithograph $49.99

DF AMAZING SPIDER-MAN "IN THE RAIN" ACETATE CEL
Drawn by the two definitive artists that have covered Spider-Man the most in his 40-year history -- John Romita Jr. and Sr.! The legacy of the Romita's as the defining Spider-Man artists is unparalleled! This incredible new "Cel" features Spider-Man perched on a rooftop, the rain pouring down on a New York City night, awaiting his next call to action! This incredible piece of art is being presented as a beautiful "Cel," and will be loved for years to come! Done in celebration of Spider-Man's 40th Anniversary! Also available signed by John Romita Sr.!
REG.--Cel $40.00
SGN.--Cel $89.99

DFE WITCHBLADE #56 CHROME COVER EDITION
This special issue of Witchblade features a special preview of the new Battle of the Planets series from Alex Ross and Top Cow! And DF has the Limited Chrome Edition! Combine this with the "one-two" punch of Witchblade #53, and this is one for fans to jump on right away! Limited to only 1,000 copies.
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DFE TOMB RAIDER #22 CHROME COVER EDITION
And to follow up on our theme of "second issues are always hotter," and 22's are even hotter still, (Get it? Two 2's in Tomb Raider #22?!), DF is presenting the Tomb Raider #22 DF Exclusive Chrome Edition! #2 issues historically are always in demand, and this seconnd issue of John Ney Reiber's run on Tomb Raider is destined to follow history! And it's also another Chrome Cover that they're limiting to only 1,000 copies in the world? We said it before, and we'll say it again! Not NEARLY enough to go around!
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DFE LADY DEATH: THE GAUNTLET PREVIEW BOOK
This DF exclusive preview is now available to all Chaos! fans! Take an exclusive look at the inner workings of the all-new Chaos and all-new Lady Death!
FC $6.95

DFE BUFFY: LOST & FOUND RUBY RED FOIL EDITION
Once mortal enemies, the Vampire slayer and the Vampire became entwined in each other... emotionally and physically. Now, Dark Horse comics tells a tale of their complicated relationship in the Buffy/Spike: Lost and Found comic book! Dynamic Forces is offering a special, limited edition Red Foil cover of this momentous issue that forever immortalizes the ultimate tale of forbidden love between these two powerful creatures of the night! Limited to only 3,000 in the world!
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ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1 KAYBEE DOUBLE SIGNED EDITION
Signed by artists Mark Bagley and Art Thibert! Ultimate Spider-Man is one of the hottest comics of all time, and DF is fortunate enough to have gotten a limited amount of the Kay-Bee Toys Edition of Ultimate Spdier-Man #1 and they're signed by both "ultimate artists" -- Mark Bagley and Art Thibert!
FC $49.99

DF ULTIMATE X-MEN #7 THREE TIMES SIGNED EDITION
Signed by writer Mark Millar with artists Art Thibert and Richard Isanove! Part 1 of the ultimate Weapon X storyline that takes the entire X-Men team and puts them at the mercy of the U.S. Government and the infamous "Weapon X" program! Signed by three cool creators, including writer Mark Millar (all the way from the U.K.)!
FC $69.99

DF SPIDER-MAN: ENTER THE GREEN GOBLIN CANVAS SIGNED GICLEE Signed by Stan Lee! This gorgeous giclee reproduces the original cover of Amazing Spider Man #14 to the exact detail, from the 12-cent price tag to the cover date! Featuring the Green Goblin, The Enforcers, and The Incredible Hulk! This is how Spider-Man met the Green Goblin! When the Green Goblin wants to eliminate Spider-Man, he sends a letter out to all the newspapers asking Spider-Man to come out to Hollywood for a movie. The villains in the movie are to be actors dressed up as "The Enforcers." Little does Spider Man know that it really is The Enforcers and that he is battling for his life." Talk about comic art imitating movie art! Limited to 40.
Giclee, 21x27, FC $699.99

SPIDER-MAN BATTLES THE GREEN GOBLIN CANVAS SIGNED GICLLE
Fully painted by Alex Ross! One of the most tragic events in Spider-Man's history occurred when Gwen Stacy was thrown off a bridge and Spider-Man failed to save her life. Alex Ross recreates this historic battle in this awesome giclee (fully painted by Ross), with a great perspective of Spider-Man as he is about to shoot his web shooters at the Green Goblin! And the fans have the perspective of the Green Goblin throwing his pumpkin bombs at Spider-Man! Don't miss out on this incredible reproduction limited to only 199 in the world, painted and signed by Alex Ross, reproduced on canvas as to look exactly like the original painting Alex Ross painted, signed by the master painter himself!
Giclee, 23x20, FC $699.99

DF ORIGIN #3 SIGNED GICLEE
by Joe Quesada & Richard Isanove
The third in a series of six fine art, high-end giclees featuring the six magnificent Origin covers by artist Joe Quesada and colorist Richard Isanove! This beautiful reproduction will appear as if it were the original piece of cover art is hanging in your home! And to top it all off, these glorious giclees will come delivered to you framed! Dynamic Forces giclees 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 Remarked Edition featuring a James head sketch on each giclee! Limited to only 29 Remarked Editions!
SIGNED--Giclee PI
RE-MARKED--Giclee PI

DFE PURGATORI: RAVENOUS #1 RUBY RED FOIL COVER EDITION
Six years ago Purgatori's first solo book burst onto the scene in the Chaos! Universe, immediately attracting a host of enthusiastic fans. Now, on her sixth anniversary, writer Dan Jolley (Obergeist, Sabretooth) takes you on a trip into Purgatori's past, revealing a crucial event in her life that has never before been explored! What was the secret meeting between Purgatori and Mikey the Cannibal from six years ago that was then wiped from both their memories? This story begins to explains a why spell is working on Purgatori, eventually making Sakkara completely human!
FC $14.99

PURGATORI PREMIERE LIMITED EDITION LUNCH BOX Got a hot lunch today? Want a hot date to go with it? Why not carry to the school cafeteria one of the most beautiful women in the world to go with lunch? This totally enticing lunchbox measures approximately 6 1/2" x 8" x 4" wide and weighs 15 1/2 oz.
Lunch Box $14.99

ULTIMATES #1 CGC GRADED 9.8 EDITION
The Ultimates #1 by Mark Millar and Brian Hitch is the #1 book of the year and now Dynamic Forces has 9.8 CGC graded copies signed by Mark Millar. Only a handful are available!
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ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1 CGC 9.6 GRADED KAYBEE EDITION
Ultimate Spider-Man launched from Marvel and sold out everywhere! Then Marvel did a very special promotion with the people at KB. Dynamic Forces was able to get a handful of these CGC graded and they are now available to you, but only in limited quantities. Be careful this one might just "swing" away if you don't act fast!
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DF FANTASTIC FIRST ALTERNATE COVER STARTER SET
Featuring five fabulous random DF limited edition alternate covers and limited edition books! Three of these babies will be guaranteed in each starter set! Featuring Crimson: Premiere #1, Blair Witch Glow-In-The Dark #1 Special and three other random DF books for beginning collector!
Set (x5) $6.99

JLA #69 SIGNED EDITION
Signed by writer Joe Kelly! "The Hunt for Aquaman" begins in Part 1 of the seven-part JLA saga "The Obsidian Age." With the JLA fallen and gone, the greatest remaining heroes from around the DC Universe are drawn together to protect the world from the ancient threat that destroyed the previous League. It's a brand-new gathering of heroes, with some familiar faces and even more surprises! Offered at a special introductory price, $5.00 off standard retail!
FC $14.99

BATMAN: BLACK AND WHITE VOLUME 2 SIGNED HC EDITION
Signed by "black and white" painter Alex Ross! Collecting the first 16 Batman back-ups from Batman: Gotham Knights plus 40 pages of new material this special hardcover showcase five original and never-before-published stories by Paul Dini/Alex Ross, Chris Claremont/Steve Rude/Mark Buckingham, Steven Seagle/Daniel Torres, Kelly Puckett/Tim Sale, and Ty Templeton/Marie Severin.
HC $99.99

THUNDERCATS #0 SIGNED Signed by superstar co-writer and artist J. Scott Campbell! The artistic powerhouse behind the best-selling Danger Girl illustrates and co-writes a special 12-page story in the not-to-be-missed Thundercats #0! Special bonus features in this #0 issue include character bios and behind-the-scenes production designs!
FC $19.99

THUNDERCATS #1 SIGNED
Signed by writer Ford Little Gilmore! The adventure begins immediately where the popular cartoon left off, with New Thundera restored, and Thundercats King Lion-O gathering his old friends. For New Thundera, it is time to call home the other Thundera refugees and finally rebuild their once-majestic society. But there are dark tidings brewing at Mumm-Ra's Pyramid, where the Ancient Spirits of Evil have concocted a nefarious plan to free the Shadowmaster from the Shadow Realm. It's up to Lion-O, Tygra, Panthro, Cheetera and the Thunderkittens to save the day!
FC $19.99

EDDIE CAMPBELL COMICS

BACCHUS COLLECTED VOLUME 7/8: EYEBALL KID DOUBLE BILL TP
by Eddie Campbell with Pete Mullins
The final volume in the Bacchus series is here at last! This one gathers Books 7 & 8 together in one 160-page package, containing the two zany Eyeball Kid stories: "Hermes Versus the Eyeball Kid" (in which the most powerful deities still alive duke it out in the grand old fashioned manner) and "The Picture of Doreen Grey" (in which all sorts of people exchange faces, some whether they like it or not!). It's a hell of a wacky unpredictable ride!
SC, 7x10, 160pg, b&w $16.95

EDICIONES LA CUPULA

FRENCH KISS #4
by Various
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine, 100pg, PC $9.95

EUREKA PRODUCTIONS

GRAPHIC CLASSICS VOLUME 3: H.G. WELLS
by Various
Ten great stories by H.G. Wells presented in comics and illustration. Includes The Invisible Man by Alex Nino, In the Abyss by John Pierard, and The Man Who Could Work Miracles by ex-Air Pirate, Dan O'Neill. Plus, a Time Machine portfolio by E-Man creator Nicola Cuti; a comics presentation of Orson Welles' radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds by Nick Miller & Antonella Caputo; and comics adaptations by Skip Williamson and Brad Teare. Also illustrated stories by Rick Geary, Jim Nelson, Henry Ng, Shary Flenniken, M.K. Brown, Milton Knight, and gallery artist Shag.
SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w $9.95

FALSE IDOL STUDIOS

7 GUYS OF JUSTICE #16
by Brian Joines, & Joshua C. Rowe
The resolution of the hero-killer storyline begins as the 7 Guys find themselves working with former teammate Hunter-Gatherer. As the heroes scramble to uncover the secret of the terror stalking Big City's less-than-reputable hero population, will the 7 Guys and Hunter-Gatherer be able to work together long enough to bring the killer to justice? And what role will former sidekick Kid Mitosis play in the hunt?
b&w, 32pg $2.50

FANTAGRAPHICS BOOKS

COLONEL JEFFREY PUMPERNICKEL LP OR CD WITH COMIC
by Adrian Tomine
The best indie rock bands and alternative cartoonists have teamed-up to produce a rock opera for the ages! Featuring all-new music by guided by Voices, Stephen Malkmus, Ann Magnuson, Quasi, The Minus 5, Sentridoh, Mary Timony, and more. Better yet, all of the album artwork is by the best alternative cartoonists in the biz, including all-new full-page illustrations by Jim Woodring, Peter Bagge, Kim Deitch, Joe Sacco, and Adrian Tomine! The opera follows the story of an old retired war colonel who's having delusions about caterpillars (enter Jim Woodring, naturally). Available in both CD and double-LP formats at the same price. Published by Portland's OFF Records, and available exclusively in the direct market by Fantagraphics.
LP $15.00
CD $15.00

THE COMICS JOURNAL #246
The Comics Journal looks forward to the buying frenzy it will set off at this year's San Diego ComiCon when its readers discover that this month's cover interview is with the brilliant creator of Weasel and Dan & Larry - Dave Cooper! This issue also boasts an interview with the legendary cartoonist and illustrator, Creig Flessel, who talks about his six decades of work contributing to Playboy and just about every other magazine you can think of. Plus, the award-winning news, indispensable criticism and informative columns you would expect from a comics magazine with a wall full of awards. Cover by Dave Cooper.
MATURE READERS
Magazine, 120pg, b&w $5.95

MYSTIC FUNNIES #3 by R. Crumb
R. Crumb is back with his first all-new comic book in over three years! Unlike the first two issues of Mystic Funnies, this third issue features only one page of Mr. Natural, introducing many new characters in all-new stories! It all kicks off with the 19-page "Hipman," a satirically brutal strip about an insecure hipster who will go to any lengths -- and does -- to maintain his "status." Also included is the six-page "Don't Tempt Fate," an autobiographical story about an event in 1955 that still haunts Crumb almost 50 years later. And don't miss Super Duck, The Cockeyed Wonder in "Freak Show," an outrageous six-page parody of a certain iconic Duck family of animation and comic book fame. Wrap it all up with a Mr. Natural one-page, an "Opening Shot" featuring Stan Shnooter, and new front and back color covers by Crumb, and you not only have the first new R. Crumb comic of the 21st Century, but you also have the most eagerly-anticipated new comic of the year!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.95

THE R. CRUMB SKETCHBOOK VOLUME 9 HC
by R. Crumb
R. Crumb has written and drawn sketchbooks continually from the early 60s to present. Fantagraphics is proud to present these sketchbooks, in facsimile form, as a comprehensive series of volumes. Volume 9 covers 1972 through 1974 and represents one of the more inquisitive and soul-searching periods in this phenomenal artist's life. These sketchbooks represent something never before achieved in the field of art and literature: a single, unified, organic, (and ongoing) life's work. Crumb's sketchbooks are, as a body of work, incomparable in their magnitude, scope, and intensity, and therein lies their uniqueness and value. Unrecognizable as straight autobiography, these books chronicle Crumb's perceptions more than his life itself. As such, they offer a rare and often raw insight into process: how ideas are formed, how connections are made, how technique and craft are honed, and how the ability to "see" is truly cultivated. Also available signed and numbered and as a softcover edition.
MATURE READERS
REG. HC--8x11, 128pg, b&w $39.95
SGN. HC--8x11, 128pg, b&w $75.00
SC--8x11, 128pg, b&w $18.95

THE DOOFUS OMNIBUS by Rick Altergott
Altergott is a master craftsman with a compulsion for the strange; his most famous character, Doofus - a panty-huffing hillbilly with a Dutchboy hairdo - is the star of this show. The book collects almost every Doofus story from the character's long history, and features an introduction by Ghost World author Daniel Clowes. With a built-in audience from Doofus's regular appearances in Seattle's The Stranger newsweekly, Peter Bagge's best-selling comic book series Hate, numerous comics anthologies and two solo comic books - not to mention years of word of mouth from comics greats like Clowes, Crumb, and Zwigoff, all of whom sing Altergott's praises- this first Doofus collection is sure to be a cult favorite amongst intellectuals and philistines alike.
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 112pg, PC $16.95

THE HOUSE AT MAAKIES CORNER HC
by Tony Millionaire & Chip Kidd
From the creator of Sock Monkey! Tony Millionaire's Maakies is one of the most popular weekly comic strips in America, running in over ten of the largest U.S. weekly newspapers, including the New York Press, New Times Los Angeles, and Seattle's The Stranger. Maakies features the comical adventures of a drunken crow on the high seas, blending vaudeville-style humor and a breathtaking line that harkens back to the glory days of the American comic strip. Designed by publishing's foremost graphic designer, Chip Kidd, The House at Maakies Corner features a year and a half's worth of Maakies in a beautiful, deluxe hardcover oversized 12" x 7" format that complements the strip's elegant and classical style. Maakies suggests a contemporary collaboration between E.C. Segar, creator of Popeye, and seafaring novelist Patrick O'Brien (Millionaire is a tremendous fan of both). Millionaire has won multiple Harvey and Eisner Awards and Maakies has appeared as a series of animated segments on NBC's Saturday Night Live.
HC, 12x7, 96pg, b&w $19.95

LOVE & ROCKETS VOLUME 2 #5
by Los Bros. Hernandez
"Generations" might be the subtitle for this especially lively, eclectic, and time-spanning issue of Love and Rockets, timed to premiere on the title's 20th anniversary. In the lead story that flashes back way before even the original Love and Rockets #1, a seven-year-old Penny Century is introduced to a forty-something H.R. Costigan -- her husband to be many years later. Meanwhile, back in the present, Hopey spends quality time with her daddy, and Ray plays a game of "Over the Line" with some old Hoppers partners. Gilbert picks up the issue's theme and runs with it in the latest installment of "Julio's Day," as we find out some things about Julio's parents that will surprise us. Also, "The High Soft Lisp" centers around Fritz's punk days and her hopeless infatuation with Scott the Hog, the lead singer of the original Love and Rockets (from the Love and Rockets X graphic novel)...plus the latest ripping installment of the Mario/Beto south-of-the-border thriller "Me for the Unknown"! Three cartoonists, six stories, one modern classic!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.95

WHITE FLOWER DAY GN
by Steven Weissman
White Flower Day is an all-ages humor graphic novel starring a precocious gang of supernatural kids: Pullapart Boy, Kid Medusa, Li'l Bloody (a vampire toddler), the Li'l Tin Stars, and more. Think Hal Roach's classic Our Gang comedies (before child labor laws made them impossible to replicate, unless you're a cartoonist) meets the Universal Monsters, with a tad of Manga-style energy thrown in. The book consists of three stories: "White Flower Day," "Hostiles," and "I Saw You," all dealing with the theme of revenge (a new emotional desire to most of the tykes). "I Saw You" introduces Pullapart Boy's cousin, College Boy, who is younger, smarter and far more accomplished than P.B., attending university and hard at work on a secret science project. "Hostiles" tells of a bizarre, three-day nature hike with Li'l Bloody, the Li'l Tin Stars, "Mean" Chubby Cheeks' and Chubby's usually-absent father, involving grisly forest-action and baffling acts of sabotage! Weissman's charming and respectful approach to his child characters has been compared to Charles M. Schulz's Peanuts, though Weissman employs a distinctly darker sense of humor without excluding younger readers from his audience. White Flower Day is his best book to date, a mix of absurd imagination and very human emotion, certain to entertain and enlighten readers of all ages.
SC, 7x7, 112pg, b&w $14.95

USAGI YOJIMBO VOLUME 2 TP--NEW PRINTING
by Stan Sakai
The bunny's back! This long-awaited reprint (the fourth!) features Usagi's origins as a wandering rabbit warrior in feudal Japan, and introduces many members of the cast of characters. If you're unfamiliar with this multiple Harvey and Eisner winning comic for all ages, then get your history lesson right here!
SC, 152pg, b&w $15.95

Eros Comix

ALRAUNE #5 by Rochus Hahn Toni Greis
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

BAZONGAS!
by Tony Crnkovich ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 64pg $9.95

DIRTY GIRLS #2
by Dementia ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

HEAD #2
by Various
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

ORIENT SEXPRESS #3
by Tayyar Ozkan ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY #2--NEW PRINTING
by Rebecca ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $2.95

ALICE IN SEXLAND #5
by Mashumaro Jyuubaori ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 24pg $3.50

MANGEROTICA GN 3:SEXHIBITION--NEW PRINTING
by Gari Suehiro ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 160pg, b&w $19.95

FINTAN STUDIOS

THE FORGOTTEN #3
by Young, Grealish, Cheeseman-Meyer, Aabo, Nolan, & Forcucci
Issue #3 of The Forgotten series continues as Clarence Flynn's identity is linked to that of the Philadelphia hero of the past, Mr. Mystery. His investigation into the Mindy Flowers murder takes a dangerous turn has he crosses paths with one of the most powerful men in Philadelphia. Cover by John Forcucci!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

FUNK-O-TRON

BATTLE POPE: WRATH OF GOD #2
by Robert Kirkman & Tony Moore
40 Big Pages! All Heaven breaks loose as Battle Pope finds himself going toe-to-toe with God Almighty! It seems God is not too happy with Pope making time with his main squeeze, the Not-So-Virgin Mary... and He aims to make Pope not to happy about it as well! Also in this issue, Jesus teams up with Santa Claus as they attempt hold the fort down in Pope's absence. Plus: the second chapter of Joe Casey's "Immigrant Song."
MATURE READERS
b&w, 40pg (2 of 3) $3.50

FUNNY PAGES PRESS

HUBIE #1
by Greg Hardin
A humorous story about a boy who awakens from an entertainment-based stupor, has his brain pop out of his head and become two separate characters, and tries to find answers through his slightly kooky next-door neighbor who may or may not a super-hero.
b&w, 24pg $2.95

GEMSTONE PUBLISHING

EC NEW DIRECTION ANNUAL PACK
Includes Aces High, Impact, Valor, MD, Psychoanalysis, Extra #1 Annual, and Piracy Annuals #1 and #2.
Pack (x8) $97.35

EC PANIC ANNUAL PACK
Includes Panic #1-3 Annuals.
Pack (x3) $32.40

EC SHOCK SUSPENSTORIES ANNUAL PACK
Includes Shock Superstories #1-4 Annuals, which feature the entire run of Shock Suspensestories.
Pack (x4) $37.80

EC TWO-FISTED TALES ANNUALS PACK
Includes Two Fisted Tales #1-5 Annuals, which feature the entire run of Two Fisted Tales.
Pack (x5) $53.75

HARDCOURT BRACE & COMPANY

BLOOD SONG: A SILENT BALLAD GN
by Eric Drooker
An inspiring story told in pictures, of three generations unified by hope, promise, and a belief in creative expression. From American Book Award winner Eric Drooker, this is a story for the ages, beginning with the agrarian past, through the industrial present, and into the technological future. A young woman bravely escapes a military assault on her island village, journeying across the ocean to survive, unknowingly, in the Big City. There she meets and falls in love with a saxophone player, who makes heartfelt music. The police find and silence him, confiscating his sax and warning him not to make music again as it's strictly forbidden in the Big City. When the street musician continues to make music with his voice, the police soon find him and imprison him, making the future uncertain for the talented performer and the brave woman who loves him. Blood Song transcends the boundaries or conventional novels -- a wordless tale in the ancient language of pictures. Introduction by Joe Sacco. Shceduled to ship in October, 2002.
MATURE READERS
SC, 6x9, 304pg, FC $20.00

HARRIS COMICS

VAMPIRELLA #12
by John Smith & Mike Mayhew
Trying to save the life of a stranger infected with the Hexxen, Vampirella must defeat his defenses to get him to safety. His home is fortified with the best of modern security... as well as sharks, ninjas, and ancient magic. Not the easiest trip she's ever taken, but Vampirella has some of her own tricks up her sleeves! Regular cover by Mayhew; Limited cover by Brian Stelfreeze. Model Photo cover also available! All limited to 1,500 copies.
REG.-FC, 32pg $2.99
LTD.-FC, 32pg $9.95
PHOTO-FC, 32pg $9.95

PANTHA #2 LIMITED PANTHA COVER VAMPIRELLA #8 EDITION
by Smith, Texeira, & Brown
This is the limited Pantha cover of Vampirella #8 by Mark Texeira, featuring "Pantha Unleashed" Part 2 (of 4), written by John Smith, with artwork by Mark Texeira. Also includes Vampirella "Hungry Ghosts" Part 2 by John Smith and Dawn Brown. FC, 32pg $9.95

VAMPIRELLA #1-3 LIMITED MODEL PHOTO EDITIONS SET
by John Smith & Mike Mayhew
This set includes all three hard-to-find limited model photo covers of the "Nowheresville" story arc from Vampirella #1-3. Limited to only 1,500 copies each! These comics will not be offered again.
Set (x3), FC $29.95

HEAVY METAL

HEAVY METAL NOVEMBER 2002
The fantasy comic for adults, paralleled by none. All the over-the-top graphic sci-fi/fantasy madness you always expect in each and every issue of Heavy Metal. New short stories by some of Europe's greatest masters of modern fantasy and science fiction comics. This issue features the second graphic novel in the "Yui" series. Also includes the continuation of "Fistful of Blood" by Bisley and Eastman, plus much more!
MATURE READERS
Magazine $5.95

AZPIRI SKETCHBOOK DELUXE LIMITED EDITION HC
Limited edition of 1,000. Comes with dustjacket and tip plate, signed and numbered.
HC $29.95

HEAVY METAL COVER POSTERS
Heavy Metal covers blown up to poster size by top talented artists! Choose from the May 2001 and September 2000 covers by Lorenzo Sperlonga, and the September 2001 cover by Alex Horley.
MAY 2000 SPERLONGA-Poster $9.95
SEPT. 2000 SPERLONGA-Poster $9.95
SEPT. 2001 HORLEY-Poster $9.95

SIMON BISLEY SH*T THE DOG POSTER
The image on this poster is taken from the magazine of the same name that is distributed in the U.K. and also appears on the Heavy Metal website.
Poster $9.95

HIPPY COMIX

ADULT STAR STORIES: FELECIA #1
by Various
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w¸ 48pg $5.95

HUMANOIDS PUBLISHING

THE BOUNCER VOLUME 1: DIAMOND FOR THE BEYOND HC by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Francois Boucq
A Western tale turned on its ear and filled with strange characters and situations that could only have originated from the mind of El Topo Director, and Metabarons author, Alexandro Jodorowsky. Bouncer begins with young Seth's discovery of a skeleton and a pair of guns in a hidden cavern. Before he can discover the origin of these guns, Seth finds himself on the run after his parents are brutally slaughtered. Finding a protector in the form of the town's tough-as-nails one-armed Bouncer, Seth discovers that everything he is involved in is linked together through mysterious family ties. Seth and Bouncer set out to avenge the murder of Seth's family, but is there more going on here than simple revenge?
MATURE READERS
HC, 8x11, 56pg, FC $15.95

THE INCAL #11
by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Zoran Janjetov
Continuing the complete adventures of John Difool. With only two more issues to go until the return of legendary creator Moebius to the book, this issue continues with the conclusion to the first story arc. In an especially violent issue, Luz puts a hurting on her enemies trying to escape from their compound, big secrets are finally revealed, and lots of things explode. Also, learn more about exactly what the Incal is as events that tie directly into the Moebius issues unfold. But through all of this, where is John Difool? Cover art and color by Ladronn.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg $2.95

METABARONS VOLUME 3: POET & KILLER TP
by Alexandro Jodorowsky & Juan Gimenez
Continuing to collect the cult smash-hit, Metabarons: Poet & Killer collects Metabarons #11-14. This volume focuses on Steelhead, who may be the most ruthless of all the Metabarons. Poet & Killer features intense action and plot twists that are bizarre even for the Metabarons! As each Metabarons collection focuses on a different generation of the warrior clan, this volume is an excellent jumping-on point for new readers curious about the series. This volume also features the transcript of the infamous interview with Jodorowsky by Matt Brady at Newsarama.
SC, 7x10, 112pg, FC $11.95

METAL HURLANT #2
by Various
The revolution continues as Humanoids keeps going strong with the second issue of the comic book that influenced and inspired Heavy Metal magazine, and a generation of fans and comic professionals. 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 month, Humanoids is honored to present the first-ever collaboration between Geoff Johns (JSA, The Flash, Avengers) and Red Star's Christian Gossett and Snakebite. This fantasy pairing of creators comes in the form of the surprising, "Red Light," a story about a daring escape from an alien prison. This issue also features more Megalex from Jodorowsky and Beltran, as well as the new Jodorowsky story, "Invasion" with Igor Baranko, soon to be the penciller on the Exterminator 17 series. All this excitement, as well as a new pin-up from Beltran, and many other surprises make Metal Hurlant #2 the total comics experience.
MATURE READERS
PC, 48pg $3.95

I BOX PUBLISHING

THIEVES & KINGS #40
by Mark Oakley
Winter is over! With spring comes spring cleaning and an expedition to the countryside. Why? A picnic! To shake off the dust and see the world outside the city walls! Heath and Kim, the two sorceresses are thrilled, but the day is complicated by the mad wizard Quinton, who is also out to test his new weapons systems for the King. Spies from Katara's troll army are also on the scene... Spring is in the air, while lemonade and Catastrophe rule the day.
b&w, 24pg (Note Price) $2.95

ICARUS PUBLISHING

A-G SUPER EROTIC ANTHOLOGY #4
by Various
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 64pg $4.99

IDW PUBLISHING

30 DAYS OF NIGHT #2 by Steve Niles & Ben Templesmith
Thirteen days have passed since the vampires arrived. Thirteen days of horror and unbelievable violence that have left a remote Alaskan town in bloody ruins. The attack was swift and thorough. Now only a few desperate survivors hide in shadows, trying to stay out of sight of the hungry hordes. Sheriff Eben Olemaun and his deputy/wife Stella have done their best to help those they can, but the hungry evil closes in. Survival will be harder as the dark days move on. Evil, too, has problems; old and new ways are clashing, leading to a showdown. Be there for the battle of the dead! Cover by Ashley Wood.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $3.99

LURID #1
by Paul Lee & Adam Huntley
Paul Lee and hot new artist Adam Huntley bring you the true to life tales of Club Lurid, one of Southern California's finest "gentlemen's clubs." This new creator-owned series takes an unflinching look at the lifestyles and characters that cross paths at a strip club. Lurid will show you the good, the bad, and especially the ugly sides of exotic dancing. Gritty stories and strippers doing what they do best... what more could you want?
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.99

ILLUSTRATION STUDIO

LOVELY AS A LIE #1
cover by Don Paresi & Steve Woron
This anthology comic showcases the very best in macabre graphic storytelling. The wild west was never like this! "Iron Guns" (by artist Rich Longmore) is a western, the likes of which you've never imagined. Are they human? Are they machine? Ruthless cyborgs battle it out in a deadly game of cat and mouse. You'll never win when you make a deal with the devil and Arthur Barrington finds out the hard way! Sometimes the innocent don't want to be saved -- they're better off dead. Especially when they must pay for their mortal sins. Includes tow trading cards featuring a horror theme, with one of the cards signed by P. Wishinsky, J. Taylor, or D. Paresi.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $3.25

IRONCAT

VAMPIRE PRINCESS MIYU VOLUME 3 GN
Attention Miyu fans! The third volume of the original Miyu saga hits the shelves in August! This time, you get a mix of combatants, both new and old! Remember Miyu's fellow guardians from the New Vampire Miyu series, Ranka and Ichiro? And Carlua and Lemures, two Shinma who want Larva back? Well, they've all returned and it looks like Carlua has found some interesting new allies...
SC, 7x10, 212pg, b&w $17.95

VAMPIRE YUI VOLUME 4 #7
As if it wasn't strange enough already, a mysterious link seems to be forming between look-alikes Sei and Nagi, even though Sei is in the real world and Nagi is still in Shiki's clutches, in another reality. Meanwhile, Yui finally awakens within the lake and begins to learn about Madoka's past and her intentions towards Yui.
b&w, 32pg $2.95

YOU & ME VOLUME 1 #2
Now that Yuu has decided to move into the haunted apartment building, he faces a whole new set of trouble when the movers arrive with his belongings. It seems his spectral neighbors have a very playful streak that makes just about everything hard for our poor Yuu. Scaring the movers, getting in his way, even pilfering a few Yuu's stuff are but a few of this month's ghostly antics! How much can Yuu take of this misbehavior?!
b&w, 32pg $2.95

Sexy Fruit

EDEN VOLUME 1 #2
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg $2.95

OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 3 GN
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, 208pg, b&w $17.95

OGENKI CLINIC VOLUME 9 #5
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg $2.95

JAY COMPANY COMICS

APHRODITE IX #1 PREVIEW EDITION WITH ORIGINAL COLOR SKETCH
by David Wohl & David Finch
Top Cow has a new titan, and her name is Aphrodite IX. Not only is this special convention preview the character's very first appearance, but each copy comes with an Original Color Sketch! Mini-series penciler, Clarence Lansing, details each of these books with inks, and green highlights, limited to just 100 copies! All come individually numbered, with a Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a protective bag.
b&w, 16pg MSRP: $69.99

TOMB RAIDER #20 2002 LIMITED CONVENTION EDITION
by Dan Jurgens & Andy Park
Jay Company presents a new line of micro premium editions! Fresh from its debut at the 2002 Pittsburgh Comic Con, Tomb Raider #20 is packaged with a brand new black-and-white cover, with art by Andy Park! Limited to only 500 copies worldwide, every copy comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a bag and board. Also available as a special signed edition.
REG.-FC, 22pg MSRP: $19.99
SGN.-FC, 22pg MSRP: $24.99

WITCHBLADE #53 WIZARD WORLD EAST LIMITED CONVENTION EDITION
by Paul Jenkins & Billy Tan
Another release in Jay Company's new line of micro premium editions! Fresh from its debut at the 2002 Wizard World East, Witchblade #53 is packaged with a brand new black and white cover, with art by Andy Park. Limited to only 500 copies worldwide, every copy comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and sealed in a bag and board. Also available as a special signed edition.
REG.-FC, 22pg MSRP: $19.99
SGN.-FC, 22pg MSRP: $24.99

DEVIL'S REIGN #1 WOLVERINE/WITCHBLADE VARIANT COVER EDITION
by David Wohl & Z., & Michael Turner
Top Cow published one of the greatest crossovers of the modern era, featuring Marvel icon Wolverine, and Top Cow's own Witchblade, with art by Michael Turner. This special limited alternate cover was not originally available to retail stores, but is now ready to ship through Previews! All copies come complete with bag and board.
FC, 22pg MSRP: $12.99

KEENSPOT ENTERTAINMENT

ELF LIFE #4
by Carson Fire
The web's most popular fantasy comic ventures into print with this ongoing series comprised entirely of all-new material created by Carson Fire specifically for the comic book! 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 #6
by Various
The original 48-page format returns! Some of the web's best gaming-related comics team-up under one cover in L33T: Comics For Gamers! In this issue, more of Real Life, Ront & Mewn, Newshounds, Multi-Platform Gaming League, Adventurers!, and a gaggle of other kick-ass "comics for gamers!"
b&w, 48pg (Note Price) $4.95

KENZER & COMPANY

KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE #70
"I Know What You Role-Played Last Summer"-Though B.A., Brian, Bob, Dave, and Sara may play different characters in different games, their essential characteristics and hilarious interactions always shine through whatever roles they're playing. In addition to the comics, KoDT features articles about and for gamers from a gamer's perspective. A fantastic and hilarious slice of (fantasy) life in strips, and a funny, wonderful celebration of the gaming culture!
b&w, 80+pg (Note Price) $3.99

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BLACK AND WHITE #2 by Jeff Limke & Rodrigo Pereira
The bold new era of D&D comics continues with this exciting six-issue mini-series! In this issue, safely away from Rel Mord, the half-Elf thief Tinélith and her friends believe themselves to be safe amongst the Nyrond countryside. Unfortunately for them, roadside bandits and tribes of ogres know the countryside, too! With nowhere to run to, and nowhere to hide, our heroes flee into the woods, where they unexpectedly come face-to-face with new friends... and old enemies.
b&w, 24pg (2 of 8) 2.99

KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: ILLUSTRATED #14
by Mark Plemmons & Brendon & Brian Fraim
In the latest issue of "Kill," see Knuckles try to pick up the pieces of his shattered group. A mysterious spell has turned what was once an incredible fighting force into a trio of terrifying toddlers! Can a dwarf thief really be a good babysitter? Or will he be lucky just to survive?!
b&w, 24pg 2.99

TONY DIGEROLAMO'S THE TRAVELERS #17
by DiGerolamo, Moreno, & Dunn
"P.O.W. Spells Trouble!"-As Beastlyville's war against the other kingdoms continues, our heroes try to cope with life in the army: bad food, bad comrades, and a dangerous suicide mission to boot! Can our heroes handle the dangers of becoming prisoners of war? Or will it be their captors who'll be sorry? Cover by D&D illustrator Tommy Castillo! Bimonthly.
b&w, 32pg 2.99

LA-LUZ COMICS

END TIMES: TIEMPOS FINALES VOLUME 1 #1
by Sam Hiti
The rain falls hard upon the town of San Pablo, and demon bounty hunter Mario Román hates getting wet. Follow his quest in ridding this town of the creatures that fester after skies go cold and dark. This is Sam Hiti's debut work, and all the art in this book was created by hand, without the aid of computers or rulers.
b&w, 48pg $4.95

LAST GASP

TINTIN IN THE CONGO--NEW PRINTING
by Hergé
The second Tintin adventure, Tintin in the Congo shows narrative progress - there is a "unifying" story: Tintin, while visiting the Belgian African territory, learns of a conspiracy by a group of American gangsters to take over diamond production with the help of a local witchdoctor and defeats it. Hergé's style has progressed. He is now very familiar with the page-a-week format and knows that the last panel on the page is the "cliffhanger." This will become a standard feature in European comics of the post-War era. Although his depictions of Africa and its inhabitants are by today's standards completely outdated, at the time of publication (1930) it was not very different from the environment described in the pulps, Tarzan novels, and movies of popular culture. But Tintin is beyond unrealistic representations; he defends Right and Justice and will defend your rights whether you are an African or a European.
HC, 9x12, 124pg, b&w $19.95

LIGHTSPEED PRESS

FINDER FOOTNOTES #8
by Carla Speed McNeil
Lightspeed Press offers this three-pack for those who like their stories in bigger chunks. This pack contains the first half of "Dream Sequence" (Finder #23-25), and also includes "director's commentary" in the form of a booklet full of notes and illustrations. A great jumping-in point for this fast rising multiple Eisner-nominated book! Magri White has a whole world in his head. It's what he's been trained to do ever since he exhibited a talent for it. As far as he's concerned, he isn't a person, he's a place; a place where thousands of people throng to visit and explore via virtual reality. What's Magri to do when he finds out that the 'house' he's spent all his life building is haunted... by something he didn't put in there? Inside his very expensive piece of psychic real estate is a ravening monster bent on its total destruction. A very odd haunted-head story begins with "Dream Sequence!"
Pack (x3), b&w $10.00

LINSNER.COM

DAWN EMERALD QUEEN PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE PRINT
A Previews Exclusive! Your favorite gorgeous goddess Dawn is back, lounging across a background of some of the symbols of her mythology. This classic good-girl centerfold pose, combined with the powerful "come hither" look on Dawn's face, makes for one sultry lithograph. Hotter than summer, and signed, numbered, and limited to just 1,500.
Lithograph, 20x16, FC $30.00

MAD SCIENCE MEDIA

COMICULTURE #1
by Various
An all-new anthology magazine featuring eight stories that run the gamut of genres. This first issue features a western, romance, humor, crime-noir, supernatural horror, and an autobiographical story, to name a few. Many of the stories are multi-episode serials, but each issue also includes self-contained stories. The average story is eight pages long. Plus, articles about comics and pop culture. This issue features an inking article by Klaus Janson and an article about breaking into comics. Cover by Walter Simonson.
MATURE READERS
Magazine, 64pg, FC $6.95

MEANWHILE STUDIOS

CHIAROSCURO #4
by Troy Little
"Patchwork" Chapter IV-Steven finds himself assaulted and interrogated in his apartment by two men believing him to be linked to a mysterious character by the name of Brian Miller. Don't miss the latest issue of the 2001 Xeric-winning comic, Chiaroscuro!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 24pg $2.75

MEATHAUS COMICS

MEATHAUS #6
by Various
The sixth installment of this exciting Brooklyn-based anthology features the new work of 22 celebrated and unknown artists alike, including Farel Dalrymple (Pop Gun War) Tomer Hanuka (Bipolar), James Jean (Vertigo cover artist), and Ralph Bakshi. At 128 pages, this book contains longer stories than ever, and in impressive variety of storytelling and artistic approaches.
MATURE READERS
SC, 5x7, 128pg, b&w (6 of 12) $7.00

MEDIA MARKET GROUP

DOJIN CHILL OUT 3RD JUNK
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 40pg $4.95

DOJIN DOA KASUMI DEEP ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 22pg $4.95

DOJIN DOA XXX
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg $4.95

DOJIN ANGEL PAIN VII
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 40pg $4.95

MEXTOR COMICS

MEXTOR RETURN TRIP #1
by Tony Crnkovich
A 1950s neutral watchdog group's function is to prevent unscrupulous governments from abusing scientific knowledge and endangering the preservation of peace in the world, group known as M.A.C.E. (Millionaire's Adventurer's Club Exclusive), is sent on an expedition to seek out and destroy Mextor, a genetically engineered half-human, half-animal hybrid who is a product of a Nazi inspired scientific experimentation. The heroes encounter spies, prehistoric monsters, and a mad scientist bent on carrying out a diabolical cloning project.
b&w, 40pg $3.95

MIRAGE STUDIOS

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES # 5
by Peter Laird & Jim Lawson
Earth faces a new future now that the alien Utroms have arrived in New York... and Raphael and Michelangelo have a frightening encounter in the sewers!
b&w, 30pg $2.95

MONTREAL COMIX INTERNATIONAL

SERIAL KILLER ONE-SHOT
by Eric Braun
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 52pg, b&w $10.00

MOONSTONE BOOKS

KOLCHAK THE NIGHT STALKER: THE GET OF BELIAL GN
by Joe Gentile & Art Nichols
A much-rumored lost TV episode script has been found! When the show was over, there were a couple of scripts left lying around, unfilmed. Few people have ever laid eyes upon these puppies, but Moonstone has them now! Never-before-seen in any official form! Kolchak heads down to Winship County, West Virginia, to get the lowdown on a heated miner's strike. When the mine's bossman is violently torn to shreds, the obvious answer is that one of the hard-hats just couldn't take it anymore. The Medical Examiner rules it was a pick axe that did him in... a miner's tool. And when a striker is found murdered in the same manner? It must be retribution... right? Sure. Carl buys that one - and Kris Kringle flies around in a black helicopter on Christmas Eve! Cover by Doug Klauba. Squarebound.
MATURE READERS
SC, 7x10, 48pg, FC $6.95

MU PRESS

WILD KINGDOM #14
by Various; edited by Edd Vick
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg $3.50

NBM PUBLISHING

ODDBALLZ #3
by Lewis Trondheim & Manu Larcenet
McConey is tried out as a supervisor in a very strange philanthropic enterprise: one that makes sure people act magnanimously. Sounds great but there just seems to be a catch somewhere... As for the little know-it-all brat Astronauts of the Future, they take it upon themselves to travel miles away to an anti-matter laboratory that might provide the answer: is everybody else robot or alien?
b&w $2.95

HOUSE OF JAVA VOLUME 2 HC
by Mark Murphy
The newest collection of warm slice of life stories without the cynicism. Some melancholic, some hopeful, some humorous, all keenly and quietly observant. Main stories include "Steven," exploring the blurry line between friendship and love between two comics fans; "Tide Pools," where a visiting student encounters a girl, with an itch to move on and out of her small town life but no gumption to go through with it; the particularly remarkable "May 27th," which brings a student social worker face to face with delinquency brought on by lower class despair; and "The Burial," with its aura of mystery, in which a terrible secret is literally unearthed turning it into an insightful revelation. Collects issues #1-4.
HC, 6x9, 96pg, b&w $15.95

Amerotica

SIZZLE #15
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine, 8x11, 48pg, b&w $4.95

NEKO PRESS

BRUTAL PLANET # 2
by Matt Kimball & Dark One
Talgat Thikskin almost finds himself defeated once more. But a mysterious monk comes to his aid in the nick of time. But is it enough time to save Thikskin? Once again Kimball and Dark One give you another ball numbing issue jammed packed with action and adventure and pure carnage.
b&w, 24pg $2.99

WILDFLOWER: TRIBAL SCREAMS # 3
by Billy Martinez & Mickey Clausen
King La Droon is very unhappy of the offering that Poemar has given him. Unfortunately, for Poemar he must hunt down the most feared creature known to the lands just to make the king happy and of course if he wants to get paid. Also in this issue Henna and Cassandra find themselves surrounded by a group of female Amazon-like warriors. But are the two of them enough to defeat them in combat? And will this cost them valuable time in their quest to stop Poemar?
b&w, 24pg $2.99

NEW DIMENSION COMICS

SPIDER-GIRL #50 OLLIFFE SKETCHED EDITION
This edition features an original sketch and autograph by series artist Pat Olliffe! Comes with a certificate and is limited to 99.
b&w $34.99

NEW ENGLAND COMICS

TERROR IN AMERICA! #1
by Ron Ledwell
Suitcase nukes. Horrific chemical and biological weapons. Martial law. What does the future hold for the United States in the wake of the recent terror attacks on our country? Terror in America! explores the possibilities. The new "patriot" and "terror" laws passed by Congress confer broad unilateral powers to government forces to "manage" the people: regional quarantine, obligatory movement and relocation of civilians, forced recruitment of labor battalions, forced inoculations against the danger of biological attacks. Thousands of terrorists may already be in place in the United States, waiting for orders to attack. Our government leaders have already warned us of this dire, potential threat to our safety, security, and independence. Can the American way of life survive this challenge? Can our culture and economic system bear these threats in their present forms? Explore these many challenging issues in this and future issues of Terror in America!
b&w $3.75

ONI PRESS

JASON & THE ARGOBOTS #1
by J. Torres & Mike Norton
What young boy doesn't wish for his very own giant robot? Every kid fantasizes of a mechanized friend that can tower over bullies and adults alike, take you to strange new places, and basically make you into the coolest kid on earth. Well, Jason's dreams are about to come true, or at least that's what he thinks when he finds a giant cybernetic hand sticking out of a crevasse near his desert home. What will his inventor grandfather and stubborn kid sister think of his ultimate toy? And what other trouble will the earthquakes that unearthed the giant machine man cause? Find out in this new series of mechanized myth and mayhem by writer J. Torres (Alison Dare, Sidekicks) and artist Mike Norton (The Waiting Place, G.I. Joe)!
b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95

JETCAT CLUBHOUSE TP
by Jay Stephens
There are no rules in the Jetcat Clubhouse, unless you count the mandate to have a good time. But what can you expect from a secret society that includes the world's youngest rock star, an eight-year-old super-hero, a dead boy king, and a monkey from outer space with bowel-control problems? This hilarious collection of stories combines the best of cartooning with the wildest realms of imagination. Whether it's Oddette fighting big monsters through song, Tutenstein searching for what's going bump in the night, or Jetcat forming her own super-hero team, the Two-Fisted Five, Jetcat Clubhouse is a guaranteed laugh for kids of any age - be they in elementary school or the old folk's home. So, get your membership card, make sure to remember the secret password, and join the club! Jay Stephens is the acclaimed underground cartoonist behind the classic Land of Nod and Atomic City Tales comic books. Jetcat Clubhouse is his take on all-ages fun!
SC, 6x8, 80pg, PC $10.95

SKINWALKER #3
by DeFilippis, Weir, Hurtt, & Dela Cruz; covers by Talon
The killer's trail takes Officer Adakai and Special Agent Haworth across America. Jumping from town to town, and body to body, the murderer manages to stay one step ahead of the law, leaving a string of dead skin and bleeding bodies behind him. Meanwhile, pressure from Washington begins to wreak havoc on the investigation. Writers Nunzio DeFilippis (Detective Comics) and Christina Weir are creating a special amalgam of gruesome crime and spooky horror with Skinwalker, aided perfectly by the clean pencils of Brian Hurtt (Queen & Country) and the digital tones of Arthur Dela Cruz (Kissing Chaos). Covers by Durwin Talon (Batman: Officer Down).
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95

HOPELESS SAVAGES: GROUND ZERO #3
by Van Meter, O'Malley, & Clugston-Major; covers by Dodson
Things have gone from awful to scabrous for our poor little Zero. All of her attempts to woo cutie-pie Ginger have met with dismal failure, and she's crossed her parents one too many times, making the grounding nearly permanent. Thankfully, her siblings are there to handle some of the heat, and the parental units lighten up and give permission to rehearse with her band for the upcoming school assembly. But given her luck these days, is there any question that more comedic calamity lies ahead? This sequel to the Eisner-nominated original series is sure to please any fans of the original. Written by Jen Van Meter, illustrated by Bryan O'Malley, and featuring a special flashback into Twitch's romantic history, illustrated by Blue Monday's Chynna Clugston-Major. Covers by Black Cat artist Terry Dodson!
b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95

MUTANT, TEXAS: TALES OF SHERIFF IDA RED #3
by Paul Dini & J. Bone
Someone has been doing away with the citizens of Mutant, Texas and fledgling super heroine Ida Red is determined to bring the marauder to justice. Ida's search takes her deep into mysterious Moanin' Mesa, and to a terrifying confrontation with the creature that could become her fiercest enemy or greatest ally. From Paul Dini and J. Bone, the Eisner-nominated team behind Jingle Belle: The Mighty Elves. This issue also features a special back cover painting by comics legend Gray Morrow.
b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95

QUEEN & COUNTRY #11
by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez
Time is running out for British Security Section Minder Tara Chace. With her informant MIA and the GIA terrorist organization on her trail, it's time for Tara to get out of Rome and return home. Meanwhile, back in London, Crocker is plotting his next move and a smitten Ed Kittering eagerly awaits Tara's imminent return. But as Ed's feelings for Tara become more obvious will Wallace step in to put a stop to their foolhardy office romance? And with nothing but circumstantial evidence and four-day-old intelligence, can Crocker's team piece together the details of this terrorist plot before it can be executed?
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg $2.95

SHOT CALLERZ #3
by Gary Phillips & Brett Weldele
Phil Tangiers did everything he could to disappear. He changed his name. He moved halfway across the country. He started a new life living off of his ill-earned fortunes. He thought he was set for the long haul. He didn't count on his double-crossed ex-lover, Nea, even being alive, much less on his trail like a hawk on a field mouse. The hunt is on! But can Nea find him before the gangsta they ripped off finds her? It's a race to riches by veteran crime novelist Gary Phillips and mixed-media maven Brett Weldele!
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) $2.95

CUT MY HAIR ILLUSTRATED NOVEL
by Rich, Watson, Morse, Winick, French, & Clugston-Major; cover by Allred
Mason is young, and he hangs out with kids that are into bad music and bad haircuts. He lives in sunny California, where he spends his nights acting stupid in punk rock clubs and his days aimlessly reading comics and listening to tunes. The two most important things in his life are the girl who makes his heart beat at erratic speeds and the band with the strange boy he knows from high school - both of whom lead lives far more interesting than the one he leads himself. Unfortunately, his life is about to come crashing down on him in a barrage of angry fists and stomping feet. Everything is going to change.
SC, 6x9, 236pg, b&w $15.95

OUTCROSS, INC.

OUTCROSS MAGAZINE #1
Each issue features hot celebrity and band interviews, movie and music reviews, insight and updates on the latest anime, and at least three comic book stories from fantasy to sci-fi, mystery, and everything in between. Outcross Magazine promises to give fans what they've come to expect from an entertainment magazine with a few surprises that you wouldn't. Quarterly.
Magazine, 96pg, PC $4.95

PENNY-FARTHING PRESS

DECOY: STORM OF THE CENTURY #2
by Scalera, Huddleston, Garcia, & Moussa; cover by Chiodo
The storm flooding the streets of Dolphin City cannot compare to the turbulence brewing beneath Decoy's green skin. A frightening, underground encounter starts an evolution for the shape-shifter that threatens the safety of his friend and roommate, Officer Luck. But as the crime-fighting duo discovers, monsters don't always lurk in hidden, dark places. They walk the streets and use the telephone the same as everyone. Featuring a painted cover by Spectrum Award winner Joe Chiodo and a five-page bonus story with art by Pablo Villalobos.
FC, 32pg (2 of 4) $2.95

THE VICTORIAN #14
by St. Aubin, Moussa, & Wein; cover by Adams
This issue starts with the answer to a long-standing mystery. Wiston FitzRandolph will finally discover the identity of the top-hatted figure who has haunted his dreams since childhood. The revelation, however, shocks the ex-professor beyond belief. He has finally reached the end of his life-long obsession only to discover that his journey has just begun. Keep your seats as Trainor Houghton's story of The Victorian continues with the enchanting word smithing of Len Wein (X-Men, Swamp Thing), and a captivating painted cover by acclaimed artist Neal Adams. When the curtain rises again this summer, The Victorian's world will be cloaked in shadows and smoke.
FC, 32pg $2.95

ZENDRA VOLUME 2 #2: ALL THE FLESH INHERITS
by Buelna, Montiel, & Moore; cover by Lansang
Who are your friends when you're a crime-fighting duo with secret identities? Other super-secret crime-fighting teams, of course! Penny-Farthing Press and Astonish Comics team up to present a two-part adventure featuring Decoy (and Officer Luck) and Herobear and the Kid! With plenty of action, mystery, bad guys, and a little bit of whimsy mixed-in for grins, Field Trip lets readers explore a world where a ten-foot tall polar bear and a shape-shifting alien can exist. The shared, imaginative pencils and scripting of Mike Kunkel and Courtney Huddleston and the dynamic spot coloring of Mike Garcia make this two-part story an unprecedented event in the comics industry. Don't miss the chance to experience childhood wonder all over again!
FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95

PETER FOUR PRODUCTIONS

SPECWAR #3
by Lauria, Docherty, & Lopez
An embittered ex-Soviet Spetsnaz Colonel tries to sell a "briefcase nuke" to a shadowy Islamic terrorist organization on the border of Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. It's up to the men of SPECWAR to intercept the device before it can get into the hands of the terrorists. Unfortunately, the Colonel is early and gets by the planned ambush. Failure is not an option! Now it's up to the Team to adapt, do some quick in-the-field planning, change course, and kick some terrorist butt!
MATURE READERS
FC, 28pg $3.25

POWERHOUSE ENTERPRISES

THE SECT #2
by Mook Im w/Gecko Studios
Our nameless and unlikely protagonist, a lost simpleton, finds himself unintentionally and inextricably involved in a bloody mess with the members of one of the most notorious gang, the Moriegas. And all he was trying to do was deliver a simple love not for a little, horny, adolescent boy, so he could get some soda in return. Little did he know that this simple task would lead to a series of bizarre and incredible feats which will change his destiny forever, dragging a cool ninja and a desperate beauty into his adventure.
MATURE READERS
FC, 54pg (2 of 12) $2.95

TIMESEEKERS #1
by Tae Lee w/Gecko Studios
In the distant future, a group of elite agents are gathered for some very special missions of retrieving valuable information from the part through time travel. Since many missions take numerous years to accomplish, these agents go through an extension process, where their life spans are extended through alterations to their bodily organs. Equipped with longer life spans and other advantageous weapons, these agents must travel through time with no certainty of succeeding or ever coming back. On one such dangerous mission, many things go very wrong, and Hagun finds himself caught up in a web of deceit, betrayal, and unexpected revelations about himself, his love, and other members of the group. As he tries to unravel the entangled mess he finds himself and his team in, he must live up to various challenges and make some of the most difficult decisions of his life, decisions which would determine life or death for many of those who are dear to him.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (1 of 12) $2.95

PURE IMAGINATION PUBLISHING

COMPLETE JACK KIRBY VOLUME 4 1947B Gripping crime stories, ridiculous funny animals, scrappy kid gangs, and slap-stick love stories highlight the fourth volume dedicated to the work of the King of Comics, Jack Kirby. It's 200 pages of art and story not seen since their original publication over 50 years ago. Kirby authority, Greg Theakston, also offers an in-depth look at how and why the work was created. This volume includes Kirby's work on his first love comic My Date, an important development in his career. The comics have been "Theakstonized" to ensure the highest quality reproduction of some of the greatest art ever produced in the comics.
HC--8x11, 200pg $40.00
SC--8x11, 200pg $25.00

TEASE #8
SEE PREVIEWS ADULT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ADULT MATERIAL
Magazine $5.00

RADIO COMIX

FURRLOUGH #116
Furrlough, your only monthly source for anthropomorphics continues to give funny animal fans the stories they crave! This issue, Joe Rosales' Romanics continues, with more historical drama and action! Will the Roman soldiers defeat the barbaric Bendunoths, or die trying? Christina Hanson & Ed Garcia serve up another chapter of their lovely medieval romance in Ebin & May, plus new shorts by Diana X. Sprinkle and J.C. Amberlyn! Painted cover by Heather Bruton!
b&w, 32pg $2.99

UNUSUAL U #2
by James Hanrahan & John Barrett
Danny Stringer's first week at his new school was eventful, but at least now he has some friends to commiserate with! And he's certainly going to need them, after someone sets loose the brain-controlling cyber-spiders, which start going after student and teacher alike! Pretty soon the whole school is assembled into a slack-jawed zombie army, awaiting orders from their spidery controllers! But who controls the spiders? Is it young mad scientist Alberto Mannheim, seeking revenge on those who laughed at his theories? Or is it control-freak Vice Principal Dr. Fitzpatrick, seeking to stop insubordination once and for all? Or is it something far more sinister? Can Danny, Yuri, and Marie put a stop to the craziness before the last bell, or will they have to stay after school?
b&w, 32pg $2.99

Sin Factory

BIG FUNNIES #6
by Kjartan Arnorsson
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 48pg $3.99

GENUS #55
ADULT MATERIAL
b&w, 32pg (Note Price) $3.50

REBELLION

2000 AD #1303-1306
Twenty-five years old and still on the cutting edge, 2000 AD - Britain's cult, award-winning horror, fantasy, and science-fiction anthology title - is as fresh and vital as ever, showcasing some the greatest storytelling talents in comics! The Summer Assault continues to turn the action dial up to 11: Mutant bounty hunter Johnny Alpha and partner Wulf battle to return to their own dimension in Strontium Dog: Roadhouse by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra (Just a Pilgrim, Adventures in the Rifle Brigade); space battle unit The V.C.s kick more Geek ass, courtesy of Dan Abnett and Henry Flint; Genetic Infantryman Rogue Trooper takes the war to the Norts on Nu Earth, by Gordon Rennie, Staz Johnson (Catwoman), and David Roach; and ex-cop Jack Bison is on a murderous trail, by Colin Clayton, Chris Dows, and Laurence Campbell (The Disciples)!
Magazine, 32pg, PC $3.25Ea.

JUDGE DREDD MEGAZINE VOLUME 4 #14
More headbanging future thrills in another 100-page, all-action issue by some of Britain's best talents! Mega-City hustler Lenny Zero returns for the final confrontation with the mob boss who's put a price on his head in Wipeout by Andy Diggle and Jock; there's another tall tale of one of mutant vampire Durham Red's possible pasts in The Scarlet Apocrypha by Dan Abnett; the heat is on in contemporary thriller The Bendatti Vendetta by Robbie Morrison and John Burns; plus there's more classic Bad Company by Peter Milligan (X-Force), Brett Ewins and Jim McCarthy from the archives, further demonic dabblings with Mike Mignola's Hellboy, and a complete Judge Dredd story!
Magazine, 100pg, FC $10.99

RED EYE PRESS

VALENTINE #8: RED RAIN
by Dan Cooney & Peter Palmiotti
The double-sized conclusion to "Red Rain." Ever since her near-fatal escape, AWOL assassin Dana Valentine has been living on borrowed time and now someone must pay up. She is forced to ask at what process comes freedom -- will she allow a friend to die at the hands of a Russian mob's "Red Faction" or will she reveal herself as the government's missing killing machine? When a ghost from her part rematerializes in the line of fire, it will take more than just Dana's skill to escape this massacre that's on the horizon. Even the red storm clouds above couldn't forecast this shocking ending! Include a bonus eight-page preview of "Bright Eyes," written and penciled by Peter Palmiotti and inked by Maja Szychowska.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $3.50

ROARING STUDIO

THE RIFT #2
by Andrew Lovoulo & John Nguyen w/Danimation
Ja"Iaar and his band of Kudarian conquerors have crossed through he Rift in search of the fourth and final Relic. The green moors of Ireland will never be the same. The truths of human myths such as vampires, witches, and werewolves are revealed. The villains soon find out that much has changed on Earth since their last visit centuries ago. Meanwhile, the heroes are forced to deal with the surreal situations now enveloping them. As they do, meet young Julie Ryan, a young college student living an ordinary Bostonian's life, but it won't remain so ordinary for long! She soon will have her world torn apart by the Rift!
FC, 32pg (2 of 6) $2.95

WATERDOGS #2
by Joey Defeo, Derek Laufman, & Jack Purcell, w/Dynamokid
The Waterdogs' own Angel has been captured by the Spider Faction! Now it's up to the rest of the team to figure out now to save her and get the rest of the pieces of the Lord of Darkness before the Spider Faction does. Will they be able to save her and the world too? Find out in this action packed issue of Waterdogs!
FC, 32pg (2 of 3) $2.95

SATYR PLAY PRODUCTIONS

SATYR #1
All is well on the utopian island of Nysa, home of the frolicking Satyrs, until fate deals a disastrous hand. Silenus, King of the Satyrs, sets out in search of Dionysus -- who has been kidnapped -- and also tells the tale of the time he fell into the cruel clutches of the brutish Cyclops, Polyphemus.
b&w, 24pg (Note Price) $2.95

SECESSION

SHE DRAWS COMICS GN
by Various
Trina Robbins, who has been considered one of the most important female American cartoonists since the '60s, invited 28 women artists to co-write the story of being a woman cartoonist. The book offers a whole range of different styles and comments on what it's like being a woman and drawing comics currently, dealing with their concerns, as well as the joy of networking. Includes work by Van Horn, Binswanger, Hilty, Weinstein, Franson, Fly, Bannerman, Sudahl, Fleener, Jones, Barr, Leschen, Massa, Chin, Corman, Wilshire, Severin, Lundy, Farmer, Arnoldi, Tyler, Green, and Piro.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 40pg MSRP: $12.18

SHADOW PLANET

SHADOW PLANET PREVIEW PORTFOLIO #1
An art portfolio like none before, by some of the biggest names in comics! Nine black-and-white and full-color, 11" x 17" art prints, featuring never-before-seen Shadow Planet characters and upcoming series. Denizen by Tim Truman and Mike Deodato Jr! Blood Reign by Dave Cockrum! Ratsbane, Devil-Jack, and Hades by Tim Tyler! Ravage by Mike Boeckelmann! Art plates come in an illustrated, signed-and-numbered envelope for maximum collectibility, and includes a signed-and-numbered edition of Tim Tyler's Engine #1!
Portfolio, 11x17, PC $8.95

SHANDA FANTASY ARTS

SHANDA THE PANDA #35
by Curtis, Maranda, Bellamy, Garcia, & Gray
It's a time for surprises for the whole cast! Shanda's grandmother (also named Shanda) visits to appraise what her granddaughter is doing with her life. Terri plays softball! Spencer's uncle and aunt pay an unexpected visit! And somebody gets murdered! The countdown has started for Wing's return to America. All this, plus the debut of the new back-up series, Medics, by Jon Crusoe and Jerry Loomis, detailing the misadventures of a paramedic crew in Cedar Rabbits.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $4.99

SFA SWIMSUIT SPECIAL #1
This is a book that SFA has wanted to do for a long time! Remember those great old Amazing Heroes Swimsuit Specials? (Shanda the Panda even made her print debut in the last one!) In that vein, here are 48 pages of pinups by not only your favorite artists, but also your favorite characters! Cover by Terrie Smith.
b&w, 48pg $4.99

FANTASTIC FURRY STORIES #4
The furry pulp that will not die continues on, now with furry poetry too! Exciting sword and sorcery, humor, horror and other text features by Brock Hoagland and other talented furry writers. Cover by Steve Gallacci.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 48pg $4.99

SHUCK COMICS

SHUCK COMICS #3
by Rick Smith with Tania Menesse
"Birth of the Sulfurstar"-Shuck's origin story, wherein a coven of witches - one of whom is Shuck's mother - face dangers from intolerant townsfolk during the Winter Solstice!
b&w, 24pg $2.95

SIRIUS ENTERTAINMENT

BANZAI GIRL #1
by Jinky Coronado
International Asian model, writer, and artist Jinky Coronado bring to the full-color comic book page her true life action heroine schoolgirl adventures. And what adventures they are! Mixed with all the friends, family, and flirty fun come tentacle monsters, secret snakeman, possessed parents, babeliscious beauty pageants, wild weapons, and alien invasions. Reaching her 18th birthday "Debut Party," Jinky experiences nightmares of herself as a princess whose father is murdered in her arms... and as a sexy futuristic freedom fighter battling a robotic invasion! But those dreams shatter her reality as Jinky, Katie J., Rommel, and Michelle discover their parents possessed by tentacled shadow creatures bent on taking over the city. Jinky creates, writes, and illustrated her own surprisingly masterful series with the help of co-artist "Wunan" Wilson Tortosa (Battle of the Planets). Plaid schoolgirl skirts have never been so much fun. Also available with a panty pack, featuring photo covers of Jinky Coroando in costume, signed and numbered to 1,000 by Jinky, with a pair of thong panties (medium) adorned with the Banzai Girl logo!
REG.--b&w, 24pg (1 of 4) $2.95
PANTY PACK ED.--b&w, 24pg (1 of 4) $19.95

EMPTY ZONE: CONVERSATIONS WITH THE DEAD #2
by Jason Alexander
Having stumbled upon a black market Frankenstein assembly plant, Corinne has her first run-in with one of those horrific reanimated cyborgs. In an extended and particularly gruesome battle, Corinne's cybernetic arm is destroyed -- prompting a visit to Johnny8 and the Choi Brothers for a replacement. But a wrecked appendage is the least of her worries, as unexplained "time slips" and other bizarre events continue to intensify all around her. Furthermore, brutal memories of Corinne's Tracer unit comrades begin to resurface, almost as if invading her mind from an unseen and malevolent force.
b&w, 24pg (2 of 5) $2.95

AKIKO #49
by Mark Crilley
The "Robot's Tale" continues as Akiko's replacement robot begins the perilous trek back home from Middleton Elementary, her batteries dangerously low on juice. Can she make it back to the safety of the real Akiko's 17th floor bedroom before she conks out all together? Has she seen the last of Middleton's resident bully Jimmy Hampton? And what does he have against her?
b&w, 24pg $2.95

SPARKPLUG COMICS

REPORTER COLLECTION: LITTLE BLACK
by Dylan Williams
A Xeric Award winner! This collection of work has not been printed in any of the previous Reporter comics. Includes never printed, out of print, and rare stories, ranging from crime and science fiction to real life.
MATURE READERS
b&w $8.00

FLEEP #1
by Jason Shiga
Reclusive math genius Jason Shiga vanished from world attention on the verge of his most amazing breakthrough in June 1967. Twenty years later, he resurfaced, having abandoned his scientific background for, of all things, comic books. Shiga has managed to create the most thoughtful, beautiful comics since 1997, including the fish-out-of-water story "Double Happiness," and the critically praised "Meanwhile." This newest book is a complex and subtle story about a young man trapped in a phone booth.
MATURE READERS
SC, 5x8, 44pg, b&w $5.00

SPILLED MILK

CICI #1
If you like science fiction that makes you think, then this is for you! CiCi is an exact duplicate who retains all the memories of her original counterpart. The nanotechnology used to create this expendable specimen still resides within, but reveals itself when threatened due to its military programming. Her entire Christian beliefs start to crumble as she realizes who or what she is becoming. She questions her soul; she questions her creator, and ultimately seeks him out. Join the cast of computer-born characters and be humbled by knowing that this technology might be created some day.
MATURE READERS
FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.99

SUNDRAGON COMICS

VENDETTA: THE ROAD TO VENGEANCE #3
by Hanzel & Olson, Williams II, & Stegbauer
In this final issue of the introductory mini-series, Vendetta narrowly escapes death and returns to wreak vengeance on Anderson, the man responsible for the murder of his family. Cobra and Warguard return as ally and adversary respectively as Vendetta pursues his mission to its end. Faced with the choice of revenge or justice, will he become vigilante or hero? Final guest cover by Philip Hester.
MATURE READERS
b&w, 32pg (3 of 3) $2.95

TITAN

JUDGE DREDD: MUZAK KILLER GN
by Ennis, Power, & Burns
Muzak Killer is a razor-sharp pop culture satire from the pen of Garth Ennis (Preacher), illustrated by acclaimed artists Dermot Power and John Burns. When Mega-City One's Muzak stars fall prey to a deadly killer, Dredd must act to save Muzak from the harshest critic of all - one who will stop at nothing to wipe out cheesy pop! But a good critic never lays down and dies - and Dredd must defeat him again in a return battle which really is the last Word! This collection also includes "Teddy Choppermitz," the touching tale of a robot-gone-wrong, and "Raider," an all-action tale of a Judge-gone-wrong - both of whom have to answer to Dredd!
SC, 9x12, 80pg, b&w $14.95

TRANSFORMERS: TARGET 2006 GN
by Simon Furman, Geoff Senior, et al
Never-before-collected- and never-before-published in the U.S., this reprint of the extremely hard-to-find Transformers U.K. comic material collects the "Target: 2006" from Transformers (U.K.) #78-88, which ties-in directly to the events of the DVD smash-hit Transformers: The Movie! Ultra Magnus, Autobot leader in 2006, is torn between two missions: to help his fellow autobots in a last-ditch strike, or to confront Galvatron, who has returned in time to 1986 with deadly plans for the future! Add Megatron, Starscream, and a cast of thousands into the mix, and you've got a recipe for all-out Transformers action!
SC, 9x12, 136pg, FC $19.99

TOKYOPOP

Comics

CARDCAPTOR SAKURA #31
by CLAMP
Sakura's special project is finally complete! With the help of Eriol, she made a teddy bear with her own hands, and now she's going to give it to Yuki. But when the spirit of Clow interferes, her harmless teddy bear turns into a fearsome giant.
b&w, 48pg $2.99

GUNDAM WING: G-UNIT #2
by Yadate & Tomino, & Tokita
G-Unit is a side story to the Gundam Wing series, voted the most popular series in the history of anime/manga! The Stardust Knights are on the offensive and won't stop until the experimental G-Units are theirs. These renegade OZ pilots won't get away with their plan that easily, as the MOV-II colony and G-Units are under the protection of hotshot test pilot Odel Burnett. In an attempt to help, Odin Burnett joins the fray against his brother's wishes. Odel's mission goes from defense to rescue when things go awry.
b&w, 48pg (2 of 12) $2.99

Graphic Novels

ANGELIC LAYER VOLUME 2 GN
by CLAMP
Twelve-year-old Misaki is a natural at the game of Angelic Layer. She's only been at it for a few weeks, and is already moving up the tournament ladder. Though she doesn't yet know it, her Angel, Hikaru, is advanced beyond the powers of other Angels. Yet, one other player - the preschool prodigy Hatoko Kobayashi - was able to kick Misaki's butt in the first round. Has Misaki learned enough to turn the tide in round 2?
SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w $9.99

CORRECTOR YUI VOLUME 5: DKT TP
Art by Keiko Okamoto
Corrector Yui is in her darkest hour. Although she found all eight Corrector Programs, Yui must still face the fearsome CPU Grosser. To make matters worse, her best friend Haruna has been turned to the dark side. The fate of Com-Net rests on Yui's shoulders in the final episode of this exciting shojo adventure.
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

INITIAL D VOLUME 3 GN
by Shuichi Shigeno
With a little more torque and some tightening of the turns, Takumi rides his brakes with the delicate touch of an artist. The young Speed Star drives his father's Eight Six through treacherous mountain passes in a race against the Night Kids' Takeshi. It's intuitive rookie vs. seasoned street racer atop Mt. Akina, where a deadly combination of five consecutive hairpin turns put drivers to the ultimate test. As Ryosuke of the Red Suns follows behind, he studies Takumi's unorthodox moves and incredible raw talent with keen interest. He is one of many racers eager to pit their own talents against the mysterious Eight Six.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

KODOCHA VOLUME 3: SANA'S STAGE GN
by Miho Obana; English adaptation by Sarah Dyer
It's a season of family crises in Kodocha! Sana's school friend Tsuyoshi, the mama's boy, is now fatherless after his parents get divorced and his dad won't acknowledge him. The real bombshell drops when Sana's mom releases a new book that reveals shocking details about Sana's past. But in Kodocha, even the most shocking incidents take a turn for the bizarre, and this time is no exception.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

LOVE HINA VOLUME 5 TP
by Ken Akamatsu
After what seems like years of studying to get into prestigious Tokyo University, Keitaro finally gets a break. The whole gang from Hinata House takes a trip to the beach for a summer of fun in the sun. For many, a seaside vacation is the perfect place to find romance, but perennial loser Keitaro is still feeling his dream girl Naru's scorn. If he doesn't find a way to win back her affections soon, he may lose her for good to his romantic rival, Seta-san.
SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w $9.99

MARS VOLUME 4 GN
by Fuyumi Soryo
When old friends of Rei show up at the school fair, Kira finds that she may have some heated competition for his love. His old flame, Shiori, confesses that she never gave up loving Rei, and she now wants him back. To make things worse, Kira uncovers more about Rei's dark past and his brother's suicide. Would she be better off if she just let Shiori have him?
SC, 5x7, 198pg, b&w $9.99

PEACH GIRL VOLUME 6 POCKET GN
by Miwa Ueda
Momo has just experienced the worst night of her life. Not only did Sae ruin her intimate evening with Toji, but her scheming arch-nemesis set her up with Goro, "The Gigalo," for a one night stand she never agreed to. When Momo wakes up naked in a hotel with Goro, she is mortified. Will Toji ever forgive her and, more importantly, will she ever forgive herself?
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

PRIEST VOLUME 2 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! In the American West, a priest named Ivan gave his soul to the demon, Temoraz. He has been granted immortality and supernatural powers that he can use to fight other devils... at least until the day comes when the demon within takes over his body for good. There's another corrupted priest on the frontier, and he's not as strong as Ivan when it comes to suppressing the demon within. When the beast bursts free from the priest's body, Ivan must stop it to kept the demon hordes in check.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

RAGNAROK VOLUME 3 GN
by Myung Jin Lee; English Adaptation by Richard A. Knaak
For centuries, the balance of power in the realm of Midgard has been maintained by the Assassins Guild, a group of professional killers in the Morroc Dessert who work in the name of absolute neutrality. That balance is about to be thrown into chaos. Skurai, the cursed prosecutor, has made his way to the assassins' temple, and with his bloodthirsty blade, all will taste his wrath. But only the blood of one assassin - Loki - will cure his thirst, and Loki is on assignment keeping the demon lords in check. He hasn't taken sides until now, but with war about to break out between men, gods and demons, neutrality is not an option.
SC, 5x7, b&w $9.99

RAVE VOLUME 1 GN
by Hiro Mashima
For fans of Dragonball Z: A young boy and his friends set out on a fantasy adventure to save the world from evil domination! The all-powerful Dark Stone - a magical stone and ruler of the dark side - awakens after a 50-year respite. When it falls into the hands of the evil Demon Card, the world is in terrible danger. A sacred stone called Rave and its master Shiba are the only defense against the Dark Stone's evil powers. Yet, Shiba loses control over Rave when he is mortally attacked by a Demon Card assassin. With the dark side looming, a boy called Haru may be the world's single hope of revitalizing Rave and
escaping the clutches of evil.
SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w $9.99

SAINT TAIL VOLUME 6 POCKET TP
by Megumi Tachikawa
By day, Meimi Haneoka is an ordinary student at St. Paulia's middle school, but by night she is Saint Tail, the magical thief who steals back treasures for their rightful owners. 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 love and, if so, for which girl?
SC, 4x6, b&w $9.99

CARDCAPTOR SAKURA ANIME BOOK VOLUME 7 TP
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. Join Sakura as she gets trapped by the Maze Card at the local shrine and encounters a speedy little creature that doesn't look like anything you see at the zoo. It's not going to 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!
SC, 5x7, 148pg, b&w $14.99

TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS

THREE FINGERS GN
by Rich Koslowski
Top Shelf is proud to present a very unique comics project! Through a series of never-before-seen interviews and rare photos, documentary-maker Rich Koslowski reveals the horrifying true story behind the Cartoon industry and our most celebrated cartoon actors - the story that Hollywood doesn't want you to see! Told in the same style as a Ken Burns documentary, with interviews of 'toon stars today as well as historical "file footage" of the early years, this work of fiction will forever change the way you think of those beloved characters in the white gloves... Rich Koslowski has worked in the Animation and Comic Book industry for the past 12 years. Best known for his three-time, Eisner-nominated work on his self-published parody title The 3 Geeks, this ground-breaking graphic novel is sure to appeal to everyone!
SC, 9x11, 144pg, b&w $14.95

LAND OF O #1
by Michael Slack
Top Shelf proudly presents Michael Slack's Xeric Award-winning comic, Land of O - a stunning debut of dark, humorous short stories. Set in a dystopian third world America, the Land of O is 32 pages of amazingly rendered graphite illustrations. Chronicling the lives of a cast of repulsive characters living in the fallout of glutinous over consumption, greedy global capitalism, and excessive genetic tinkering, this debut is not to be missed!
b&w, 32pg $3.95

TYNDALE HOUSE PUBLISHERS

LEFT BEHIND GN COLLECTION
by Jerry Jenkins & Tim La Haye
The illustrated Left Behind offers in one exciting book the complete contents of Volumes 1-5 of the Left Behind graphic novel Book 1. The unique compilation presents a dramatic retelling of Jerry Jenkins' and Tim La Haye's best-selling fiction in a new format.
SC, 6x9, 224pg, FC $14.99

TRIBULATION FORCE VOLUME 5 GN
by Augustyn, Lopresti, & Emberlin
As the world begins to slide toward corruption and degradation, the Trib Force grows ever closer as they bravely face disturbing violence and tragedy. Their task is clear, and their goal nothing less than to stand and fight the enemies of God during the most chaotic years the planet will ever see.
SC, 7x10, FC $5.99

VAMPEROTICA ENTERTAINMENT

VAMPEROTICA TP SIGNATURE SET
This collector's set contains three Vamperotica trade paperbacks, each signed by Vamperotica creator Kirk Lindo. The set includes: Vamperotica: Slave To Love, Vamperotica: Blood of the Impaler, and another randomly selected trade paperback. Each TP will also contain a Vamperotica trading card!
Set (x3), b&w SRP: $19.95

VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS

THE SPIDER: SCAVENGERS OF THE SLAUGHTERED SACRIFICES SC
by Don McGregor & Gene Colan; cover by Gene Colan & Neal Adams
Slaughterhouse Skeleton is turning the most macabre murders created for movies and television into bloody reality throughout Manhattan! Xinda, Barbarian Queen crucified atop the Chrysler Building! a deadly re-enactment from the hit animated series, North By Northwest Park at the Lincoln Center! The killer, a satanic demon called Slaughterhouse Skeleton, appears to be inspired by the foe from another popular TV series, Tiffany, the Werewolf Whacker! It isn't until Wentworth - as his masked-renegade alter ego, The Spider, invades the private estate of Steven Streisand, that both realize how incredibly far-reaching and utterly devastating these brutal acts will become! Who is behind them and why?
SC, 7x10, 100pg, b&w $14.95

JESSIE JAMES: THE CLASSIC WESTERN COLLECTION HC EDITIONS
by Joe Kubert & Carmine Infantino
America's #1 outlaw, Jesse James rides a danger trail after a fortune in Apache gold in, "Apache Treasure!" Shooting a path through posses and Pinkerton detectives, Frank and Jesse James ride over the Kansas-Missouri border. Riding to meet them with blazing six-guns is a beautiful lady outlaw in "The James Boys' Revenge!" Gunsmoke, Maverick, Bonanza, Have Gun; Will Travel, The Rifleman: the 1950s spawned the greatest Western stories ever! This graphic novel collects, for the first time, the classic 1950s outlaw stories of the often-heroic Jesse James, by comic book legends Joe Kubert and Carmine Infantino! Also available in a deluxe limited hardcover edition, signed by Kubert and Infantino!
HC, 7x10, 100pg, b&w $27.95
DLX/HC, 7x10, 100pg, b&w $39.95

VEROTIK

VEROTIK WORLD #1
by Glenn Danzig, Bill Sienkiewicz, & Rafa Garres
This all-new anthology of short stories features some of Verotiks's most notorious characters. In the first story, writer Glenn Danzig teams with comics legend Bill Sienkiewicz (Elektra: Assassin) for a disturbing and unnerving journey into the world of "Akuma-She." Then, Spanish artist Rafa Garres teams with Danzig for some bayou juju in an all-new "Kulev, Voodoo Queen." Plus, some other surprises!
MATURE READERS
b&w $3.95

WHITE LIGHTNING PRODUCTIONS

THE COLLECTED CREAM & SUGAR VOLUME 1 TP
by Solomon Russell
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 7x10, 96pg, b&w $12.95

WHAM COMICS

GIRLS IN WHITE #1
by German Mora
Seven years has passed since the Big Change. The city has a new face, and the people are living in better times. The government has given everyone equal opportunities in life! Now everyone can report to the "Office" and get a job. Mate knows the "Office." And she doesn't like it. Two years has passed, and she's always getting rejected when applying for a job as a designer. If she doesn't find anything in six months, she'll be given a job that isn't very nice.
MATURE READERS
FC, 40pg $2.95

WIZARD EXCLUSIVES

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #14 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-Amazing Spider-Man #14, with the very first appearance of the GREEN GOBLIN. Just in time for the new film, artist Steve Skroce illustrates a dramatic all-new 2-part acetate cover featuring Spidey and the Green Goblin. In addition to the classic tale of the Goblin's first appearance by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, this limited ACE Edition will feature additional pages with a special Twisted ToyFare Theatre comic strip.
FC SRP: $13.99

ROBOTECH ROY FOKKER TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE
From the Robotech episode "Farewell Big Brother," it's Roy Fokker's battle-damaged VF-1S, back from the mission that cost the life of Rick Hunter's best friend. This exclusive version of the VF-1S comes complete with 18 points of articulation, variant battle-damaged deco, a removable telescoping rifle and five interchangeable hands - this offer should not be missed!
Figure PI

SLAVE CORDELIA TOYFARE EXCLUSIVE
From last year's season finale of the hit TV show "Angel" comes this exclusive "Slave" Cordelia variant action figure. Based on the beautiful actress, Charisma Carpenter, this limited figure sculpted by Moore Action Collectibles comes wearing torn slave gear and dog collar in a special collectors box.
Figure PI

LADY DEATH: THE GUANTLET #1 J. SCOTT CAMPBELL COVER DF/WA BLUE FOIL EDITION
J. Scott Campbell brings his touch to Chaos! leading lady! And this lovely little edition has the classic DF/WA Blue Foil Edition! But for this special month, we are bringing this lady to you at the special price of just $6.99! Limited to only 999 in the WORLD!
FC SRP: $6.99

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #1/2
Signed by the original "ultimate" Spider-Man artist - John Romita! The artist who brought us the unbelievable battle between the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin, introduced us to Mary Jane Watson, the Kingpin, the Punisher and so much more! This is for the ultimate collector!
FC SRP: $69.99