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		Mr Nightmares Wonderful World Vol 1 Tp Gods Must Be Crazy by Dave Ulanski The round-headed wonder is back at long last, collecting for the very first time the story of the Keeper of Dreams and his posse of insane cosmic guardians. Witness the sloppy repercussions and hectic hijinx that follow when the gods become... bored. Gasp at the flight of the child-burning sky-cycle! Flee in terror at the invasion of the war-mongering space pigs! Cheer the angry mob of Amish rioters! Recoil with disgust as a child falls into the terrible depths of Mr. Nightmare's pants! Cows and Yetis! Elvis goes bowling! This 144-page volume reprints the complete 'Dreams So Real' and 'Put On Your Party Pants' storylines. SC, 7x10, 144pg, b&w
		Jist With John Cassaday Creating Crisis Written by Stan Lee with Michael Uslan; art by John Cassaday; covers by Cassaday (front) and Adam Hughes (back) In stores July 17. Stan Lee's staggering vision of the DC Universe comes to a pulse-pounding conclusion as all the 'Just Imagine' heroes must face the menace of Crisis, illustrated by John Cassaday (PLANETARY, Captain America)! The ultimate foe has been revealed, and now the Deathlord of the Dream Realm threatens all existence! The heroes of the JLA know they're in for the fight of their lives, but will one of their own betray them? For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 pg. Prestige Format
		Kodocha Vol 2 Sanas Stage Gn by Miho Obana; adapted by Sarah Dyer Sana Kurata: part-time student, part-time actress, but always center stage. 12-year old Sana Kurata is used to getting what she wants - even in love. Ever since she hired her manager, a man 10 years her senior who she calls her 'gigalo,' she thought it was true love. When Rei shows his feelings for a woman his own age, Sana realizes that Rei's feelings for her are anything but romantic. Sana has romantic problems at school, too, as now former-bully Hayama and mama's boy Tsuyoshi are vying for her affections. SC, 5x7, b&w
		Loeg Book One Tp Written by Alan Moore; art and cover by Kevin O'Neill In stores September 4. Ladies and Gentlemen, the hour is at hand, the object of your desire has arrived! The award-winning series by Mssrs. Moore and O'Neill is available in a handsome softcover edition. Thrill to the immortal adventures of Mina Harker, Allan Quatermain, Captain Nemo, the Invisible Man, Dr. Jekyll, and last but not least...Mr. Hyde. This marvelous band of adventurers is recruited by the Empire in her hour of need, to discover the secret of White Chapel...and the nefarious plans the sinister Doctor has for it. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC
		Legend Of Himiko The Pendant Dvd From U.S. Manga Corp! War ignites among enemy camps, and both sides desperately seek Himiko, an Earth girl with the power to save, or destroy them all. But even as a fugitive, Himiko has found allies, fierce warriors of great magic and sword-fighting skill. She'll need all the help she can get to survive this alien world, and discover her true power. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002.
		Love Hina Vol 4 Gn by Ken Akamatsu Three's Company on steroids! Can Keitaro survive living in an apartment with five cute girls? The Hinata house is about to get some new tenants. Naru's old tutor and secret crush, Seita Noriyasu, stops by with his adopted daughter Sarah, a spunky 7-year-old American. With Naru's affections drifting to the charismatic older Seita, Keitaro is in danger of losing his one true love. As if things aren't crazy enough, there's a new pet in the Hinata House as well - a flying sea turtle named Tama-chan, who loves to chase the girls around! SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w (4 of 14)
		Love Lessons Dvd Dub (A) Release Date: September, 2002.
		Lucifer Nirvana Written by Mike Carey; painted art and cover by Jon J Muth In stores August 28. A beautiful angel with an ancient score to settle puts out a contract on Lucifer Morningstar. But can the Devil really die? Alerted by an attack on Lux, his L.A. piano bar, Lucifer follows a trail that leads him from the mercurial realm of the Dreaming to the luminous streets of Beijing. It's up to The Morningstar to fight his most difficult battle - of body and spirit - as he falls into the jaws of a trap that doesn't even exist until it's sprung. Featuring guest-appearances by Daniel, the new Sandman, as well as Lucifer's masked accomplice, Mazikeen. For more information, see the feature article. Prestige Format. MATURE READERS FC, 48 pg
		Mad 50th Anniversary Box Set Advance-solicited; in stores September 4. Has it been fifty years already? My, where does the time go? Fifty years of MAD Magazine! Well, that calls for something special...like the MAD 50th ANNIVERSARY BOX SET - featuring action figures of MAD'S resident idiot and 'What, me worry?' mascot, Alfred E. Neuman, and the irrepressible Spy Vs. Spy guys! The ALFRED E. NEUMAN ACTION FIGURE stands approximately 6' tall, and looks stupid no matter how you pose him! The WHITE SPY ACTION FIGURE and BLACK SPY ACTION FIGURE each come with an (inactive!) bomb and spy glass. This Box Set also comes with a special 24-page black-and-white MAD Magazine chock full of 50 years of highlights from MAD! Don't wait another fifty years to get your hands on this once-in-your-lifetime set! Packaged in a 4-color window box. Retailers, please note: These figures were previously released as singles to the comic-book specialty market, which included bases and more accessories. The MAD 50th ANNIVERSARY BOX SET is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. This product is being offered simultaneously outside of the comic book specialty market. Because combined orders drive the manufacturing of this particular product, lack of orders may necessitate the cancellation of this product. Notification of cancellation, if necessary, would be announced by the end of April 2002. Box Set
		Marvel Recharge Ccg Starter Display Battle your opponent using great super-heroes, deadly villains, awesome girls, and tremendous teams from the Marvel Universe. Featuring breathtaking new and rarely seen artwork from comics' hottest artists, Marvel ReCharge is a 250-card set featuring 150 unique game cards and 100 very rare, Power Plus foil cards. The highly anticipated follow-up to the smash Marvel OverPower CCG, ReCharge launches an elegant, all-new game mechanic that emphasizes strategy over eyestrain. But don't let the simplicity fool you. Seasoned gamers will enjoy ReCharge's deeper strategic levels as much as beginners will love collecting these eye-popping cards.
		Mecha Masters Ova Box Set Dvd From U.S. Manga Corp! For the first time ever, Director Koichi Ohata's ultra-violent anime classics M.D. Geist Director's Cut, M.D. Geist II: Death Force, Genocyber: The Collection, and Cybernetics Guardian are available together in an ultra-cool collector's box, with a bonus DVD featuring storyboards, interviews, mechanical designs, production cels, and more! Approximate running time: 296 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Metabarons Vol 3 Tp Poet And Killer 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
		Panel Discussion Tp The struggle to tell a comics story visually requires more than a cool-looking image; it takes years of experience and a thorough understanding of the art form's visual vocabulary. Assembled in Panel Discussions is the combined knowledge of more than a dozen of the industry's top storytellers, covering all aspects of the design of comics, from pacing, story flow, and word balloon placement, to using color to convey emotion, spotting blacks, and how gutters between panels affect the story! Learn from the best, as Will Eisner, Scott Hampton, Mike Wieringo, Walter Simonson, Mike Mignola, Mark Schultz, David Mazzucchelli, Dick Giordano, Brian Stelfreeze, Mike Carlin, Chris Moeller, Mark Chiarello, and others share hard-learned lessons about the design of comics, complete with hundreds of illustrated examples. When should you tilt or overlap a panel? How can sound effects enhance the story, and when do they distract from it? What are the best ways to divide up the page to convey motion, time, action, or quiet? If you're serious about creating effective, innovative comics, or just enjoying them from the creator's perspective, this in-depth guide is a must-read! (TwoMorrow's Publishing) SC, 8x11, 208pg,b&w
		Ring Of The Nibelung Vol 1 Rhinegold & Valkyrie Tp by P. Craig Russell A multiple Eisner Award winner, P. Craig Russell's adaptation of the Ring cycle by German composer Richard Wagner is about to be collected in a handsome two-volume set. Volume One, with new introductions and behind-the-scenes production art, presents The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie. The magical gold of the Rhine maidens is stolen, leading to a twisted story of vengeance and betrayal. The tainted product of the theft, a simple ring, perverts the will of everyone it comes in contact with, from the most lowly hunchback to the father of the Gods. Read the original tale of the cursed Ring, as adapted by one of comics' finest creators, P. Craig Russell. (Dark Horse Maverick title) On sale April 3. SC, 200 pg, FC
		Skreemer Tp Written by Peter Milligan; art and cover by Brett Ewins and Steve Dillon In stores September 4. The cult pre-VERTIGO classic miniseries featuring work by Peter Milligan and Steve Dillon is finally collected. In a land descended into anarchy and warlord rule, where gangster 'presidents' vie for territory and control of resources - a boy named Veto rises to become the greatest 'skreemer' assassin the presidents have ever seen…and the greatest threat to their stranglehold on power they have ever known. This is the story of what happens when Veto decides to fight against destiny, to fight against the future he can see all too clearly. For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 176pg, FC
		Sorcerer Art Of Mike Hoffman Sketchbook by Mike Hoffman Hoffman's following is legion, and now this new master of Fantasy is back with a handsome third volume of his exotic, erotic and exquisite art! This high-quality, oversized squarebound volume is a 48 page artistic presentation of pencil, ink. and oil paintings, and features a huge full-color section, far larger than ever before! Completing the trilogy begun with Sorceress I and II, it's a must-have item for all Hoffman afficionados and Fantasy art lovers! SC, 7x10, 48pg, PC
		Sshhhh Gn by Jason Entirely told in pantomime, this suite of short tales veers from the funny to the terrifying to the surreal to the touching. Like Chris Ware, Jason's clean, deadpan style (featuring animal-headed characters with mask-like faces) hides a wealth of emotion and human complexity, leavened with a wicked wit. Jason's work has also drawn comparisons to Art Spiegelman for the similar ways both artists utilize anthropomorphic stylizations to reach deeper, more general truths, and to create elegantly minimalist panels whose emotional depth-charge comes as an even greater shock. His dark wit and supremely bold use of 'jump-cuts' from one scene to the next are endlessly surprising and exhilarating. Jason's first book, Hey Wait… (re-offered this month), has been a major critical and commercial success. SC, 8x11, 120pg, b&w
		Star Trek The Next Generation The Gorn Crisis Tp Written by Kevin J. Anderson and Rebecca Moesta; painted art and cover by Igor Kordey In stores September 11. The softcover version of WildStorm's first Star Trek graphic novel explains where Captain Picard and the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-E were during the Dominion War. Featuring the writing talents of sci-fi novelists Kevin J. Anderson and Rebecca Moesta and the artistic brush of the amazing Igor Kordey (New X-Men). For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 96pg, FC
		Star Wars Obi Wan Kenobi Mini Bust Gentle Giant Studios is recognized by the film industry as the leader in cutting-edge technology of three-dimensional scanning. The data generated by 3-D scanning of characters on the set is utilized not only in the creation of models for a film's special effects - the Gentle Giant team of technicians, sculptors, and painters also use the data to produce prototypes of action figures, statues, and other licensed products. Among the films Gentle Giant has worked on are Planet of the Apes, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Spider-Man, The Matrix: Reloaded and Star Wars: Episode II- Attack of the Clones. Direct involvement on the production of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones and confidence they could produce the highest quality merchandise led Gentle Giant to seek a Star Wars license for a set of 15 mini-busts. To assure 100% realism, Gentle Giant scanned the actors, costumes, and props from Attack of the Clones, making these statues the closest one can come to owning a piece of the Star Wars universe. Due to our 10-plus years of successfully handling the Star Wars license, Gentle Giant chose Dark Horse to be the exclusive sales agent for these products. Produced in quantities of 2500 each, we will allot the majority of these sure-to-be-in-demand mini-busts to the customers of Previews. On sale June 5. A dedicated and legendary Jedi Knight, Obi-Wan Kenobi has had a long and tumultuous career that has helped shape the fate of an entire galaxy.
		Tomb Raider Vol 3 Chasing Shangri La Tp (W) Dan Jurgens (P) Andy Park/Billy Tan/Francis Manapul (I) Jonathan Sibal/Billy Tan/Livesay (c) Jonathan D. Smith Lara gets a Tan as a new ally and an old friend join her in the latest Tomb Raider trade paperback. Superstar artists Billy Tan, Andy Park, and newcomer Francis Manapul illustrate Lara in some of her most breathtaking adventures, collected from issues #11 - #15 of her action packed, death-defying regular series. The living dead, abominable snowmen and ancient conquistadors are just of few of the many attempting to stop Lara in her tracks! Will Lara overcome these insurmountable odds? Find out for yourself in the pages of Tomb Raider: Before Zero! In stores the week of July 24th. SC, 7x10, 128pg, FC
		Transformers Season 1 Part 3 Dvd From Rhino Home Video! More than meets the eye! Relive the adventures of Optimus Prime and the Autobots as they defend Earth against Megatron and the combined forces of the evil Predacons and Decepticons in this series of DVD's collecting episodes from the first season of this classic animated series. Release Date: April, 2002. RES. from Previews Vol. XI #11 (NOV013797-801)
		Vagabond Vol 3 Tp by Hayao Miyazaki In this volume, Shinmen Takezo has figuratively died and been reborn with the name - Miyamoto Musashi. His first destination is Kyoto where he plans to challenge the fierce fighters of the Yoshioka Dojo. Is Musashi mentally and physically prepared to take on this most famous school of swordsmen? Or will Seijuro and Denshichiro Yoshioka, the leaders of the Yoshioka School, be too skilled and experienced for him to handle? Musashi heads out, armed only with his wooden practice sword, to face his fears! SC, 232pg, FC
		Vecna Hand Of Revenant Vol 1 by Modi Thorsson & Kevin McCann From the birth of fantasy as a genre and for 30 years since, the name of Vecna has terrified generations of gamers and been instrumental in creating the new sub-genre of fantasy-horror. Now, three decades after his creation in the Dungeons & Dragons game, writer Modi Thorsson (Master of the Void, Lords of Creation) and artist Kevin McCann (Battletech, Ravenloft) bring the Whispered One into the world of graphic novels! Thirty years of material, hundreds of submissions from fans, and two years of production time have finally brought to life the grim origins of one of the most sinister figures in all of Fantasy. Vecna: Hand of the Revenant is a dark journey into magic and horror both for the thousands who have grown up in Vecna's shadow, and for those who have yet to feel that darkness! (CAUT: 4) MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 64pg, FC
		B Krigstein Hc by Greg Sadowski A gigantic retrospective/biography/critical assessment of one of the most important cartoonists in the history of comics, who went on to become a renowned fine arts teacher in New York. The author had full access to Bernard Krigstein's archives and files and has written a compelling biography of the artist from his childhood in New York to his days as a comics artist from the late 40s to the early 60s, and through his post-comics career as a fine artist, commercial illustrator, and teacher. This book reproduces many of Krigstein's comics stories as well as many of his commercial assignments and his fine art paintings. Most of this work has never been seen outside its original publication. This first of two volumes traces Krigstein's groundbreaking comic book work at Hillman, Atlas, DC, and EC, as well as his parallel development as an illustrator and painter. HC, 240pg, FC
		Batmobile Replica 1950s Ed Advance-solicited; in stores September 4. Buckle yourself in and get ready to hit the road with this 1950s-style replica of the Batmobile - the first in a series of vehicle props! This finely crafted cold-cast porcelain, hand-painted replica brings to life one of the most famous vehicles in comics, the sleek Batmobile - as driven by Batman and Robin in the '50s. The Batmobile measures approximately 11' long x 3 1/2' tall x 4 1/2' wide, on a base measuring 9' deep x 12 1/2' long x 2' high, and is set on an art-deco-themed base. The Batmobile features light-up headlights, taillights and the eyes of the Bat-emblem on the front of the vehicle, and is removable from its base, but does not have rolling wheels. The light-up feature works only when the vehicle is on the base, using an 'on/off' switch and 30-second timer. Also included is a 3 1/2' x 5' Batmobile 'title' document and a 16' x 22' blueprint of the Batmobile. Packaged with batteries in a 4-color box.
		Blade Of The Immortal Sticker #1 Manji Jumping Pay homage to Hiroaki Samura's graphic masterpiece Blade of the Immortal with these stickers. Each full color, vinyl sticker portrays a piece of the beauty, art, and power of this gripping story. Each sticker is UV coated to ensure the image will never fade. On sale October 17
		Blade Of The Immortal Sticker #3 Manji & Moon Pay homage to Hiroaki Samura's graphic masterpiece Blade of the Immortal with these stickers. Each full color, vinyl sticker portrays a piece of the beauty, art, and power of this gripping story. Each sticker is UV coated to ensure the image will never fade. On sale October 17
		Blade Of The Immortal Sticker #4 Super Deformed Pay homage to Hiroaki Samura's graphic masterpiece Blade of the Immortal with these stickers. Each full color, vinyl sticker portrays a piece of the beauty, art, and power of this gripping story. Each sticker is UV coated to ensure the image will never fade. On sale October 17
		Bouncer Vol 1 Hc Cains Eye 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
		Captain America Red White And Blue Hc painted cover by brian stelfreeze alex ross, mark waid, frank quitely & various (w & p) An all-star cast of creators celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Super Soldier! This collector's item hardcover collection features all-new short stories by a who's-who list of writers and artists, including Alex Ross, Paul Dini, David Lloyd, Darko Macan, Bruce Timm, Bruce Jones, Paul Pope, Mike Deodato Jr., Evan Dorkin, Brian Stelfreeze, Peter Kuper, Mark Waid, Frank Quitely and more! Plus: classic reprints by Jack Kirby, Jim Steranko and Frank Miller! 192 PGS./hardcover/b&w w/ spot color/MARVEL PG
		Fancy Lala Vol 2 Dvd From Bandai Entertainment! What would you do if you could be anything you wanted? 10-year-old Miho Shinohara gets her chance when some little friends drop off a magical crayon that changes her life forever! With the ability to transform into 15-year-old Lala - pop star, model, and actress extraordinaire - Miho's life suddenly transforms into a magical fairy tale, but life as a normal girl and a pop star can be pretty crazy! Approximate running time: 125 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002.
		Gate Keepers Vol 7 The Shadow Dvd From Pioneer Entertainment! Reiji Kageyama revealed his radical political theories on national TV, but an Invader attack forces AEGIS to jam the rest of the broadcast to prevent widespread panic. To further complicate the situation, the return of Kaiser Kikai and Count Akuma coincides with a threat against Ruriko's father! Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Gto Original Sdtrk Cd From Tokyopop! This soundtrack features 19 tracks of remastered music from the popular GTO anime series, as well as liner notes including an interview with composer Yusuke Honma, complemented with imagery by GTO manga artist Tohru Fujisawa. Approximate running time: 45 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002.
		Gto Vol 4 The Test Dvd From Tokyopop! Approximate running time: 120 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Just Us League Of Stupid Heroes Assortment 1 Advance-solicited; in stores September 4. MAD MAGAZINE'S resident idiot, Alfred E. Neuman, becomes the mighty heroes of the Justice League of America in that very, er...special way he has. The 'What, me worry?' kid is giving everybody something to worry about if he thinks his portrayals of our beloved heroes is funny! The JUST-US-LEAGUE OF STUPID HEROES ASSORTMENT I stars Alfred as Superman, Batman, Robin, The Flash, Green Lantern, and Green Arrow. Each figure features multiple points of articulation, hysterical accessories, and comes packaged in its own 4-color blister card. Each assortment contains: 2 Batman, 2 Superman, and 1 each of Green Lantern, Flash, Green Arrow, and Robin - for a total of 8 figures! Retailers, please note: ALFRED E. NEUMAN AS SUPERMAN, BATMAN, THE FLASH, and GREEN ARROW were previously released as singles to the comic-book specialty market. The JUST-US-LEAGUE OF STUPID HEROES ASSORTMENT I is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. This product is being offered simultaneously outside of the comic book specialty market. Because combined orders drive the manufacturing of this particular product, lack of orders may necessitate the cancellation of this product. Notification of cancellation, if necessary, would be announced by the end of April 2002. Figure
		La Blue Girl Collection Dvd (A) Release Date: August, 2002. DVD
		Mage Knight Dungeons Heroic Quests Citadel Explore the mysteries of the Flying Citadel of Callius using Jess Blacklock the fighter, Astrus the cleric, Sunbane the mage, and Erlin Boltripper the thief! This Heroic Quests set for Mage Knight: Dungeons includes a complete Heroic Team, the Black Blades, plus Captain Salidar, an ultra-powerful Mage Spawn, eight wandering monster tokens, and Adventure book containing four scenarios for The Citadel, solo-play rules, fiction, bios, and play tips for the Heroes. Release Date: September, 2002.
		Md Geist Vol 1 & 2 Collectors Series Dvd From U.S. Manga Corp! A planet devastated by war! A man on the edge of sanity! Classified as too unstable, the genetically engineered soldier, Geist-02, was permanently imprisoned aboard an orbital satellite. But times change, and the world that created him has become a blasted wasteland of war. The battle weary humans have unleashed their own destruction, a doomsday device that will destroy all life. Now, Geist-02 must return to save the world that tried to destroy him! Approximate running time: 95 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Pilot Candidate Vol 4 Dvd From Bandai Entertainment! The planet Zion is besieged by the legions of Victim intent on destroying humanity! Five humanoid fighting weapons called Ingrids are capable of stopping Victim's onslaught, but only the best pilots are chosen. The final fate of Zion now rests with these chosen few in the conclusion to Pilot Candidate! Contains episodes 10-12. Approximate running time: 75 minutes.
		Real Bout High School Vol 3 Strange Journey Dvd From Tokyopop! At Daimon High, teachers don't break up fights, they grade them! In a school where martial arts are standard curriculum, Ryoko is kicking butt and taking names! Hot off the airwaves of Japan, the 100% digital animation is produced by Gonzo, the studio behind Vandread, Blue Submarine No. 6, and Gate Keepers. Approximate running time: 75 minutes. Release Date: July, 2002.
		Rurouni Kenshin Vol 20 Soulless Knights Dvd From Anime Works! Yutaro Tsukayama has landed on the Japanese coast once again, rejoining Karou and the others as a member of the Kamiya Kashin style. However, Yutaro is not the only one who has arrived from Germany. A mysterious order of Germanic soldiers has followed him, each skilled in medieval-style melee combat and fighting from horseback. They bring with them a new threat, one Kenshin and Yutaro must prevent at any cost! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: July, 2002.
		Sigil Vol 3 Tp Lizard God by Various; cover by Eaton & D'Armata Space opera at its finest, Sigil Volume 3 collects issues #15-#20 of the ongoing adventures of the unlikely universal hero, Samandahl Rey. Sam's greatest nemesis becomes his ally as Tchlusarud the Saurian puts aside his decades-old animosity in order to get Sam's help against a deadly danger that is now a bigger threat to the Saurian homeworld than the humans... Khyradon, Tchlusarud's former teacher. Khyradon has, at the whim of a god, been transformed into a power-maddened demi-god who has Sam in his sights! Only Sam and the powers granted to him by the mysterious sigil can defend the human worlds from the crazed Saurian warrior, but Sam's about to find himself whisked away from the battle, his world, and even his galaxy! Now it's a race to get home while home still exists! SC, 160pg, FC
		Sleepwalk And Other Stories Tp by Adrian Tomine New printing with new covers on thicker stock! Collecting the first four issues of Adrian Tomine's acclaimed comic series Optic Nerve, this book offers sixteen concise, haunting tales of modern life. The characters here appear to be well adjusted on the surface, but Tomine takes us deeper into their lives, subtly examining their struggle to connect with friends and lovers. SC, 7x10, b&w
		Steranko Spirit Of America Print Ltd S&N Ed In the wake of terrorist death and destruction, America has rallied with a renewed sense of patriotism and a powerful resolve to protect the nation's freedom. Heralded for his spectacular patriotic covers and action panoramas, Jim Steranko delivers the definitive image of the classic patriotic hero in The Spirit of America, a breathtaking vision celebrating the legend of comics' fighting Sentinel of Liberty. The painting has now been produced exclusively as a superb 18' x 24' limited edition print signed-and-numbered by the artist and reproduced on high-quality 100-pound archival matte paper stock. In a joint venture with Marvel Comics, Vanguard Productions, and Diamond Comic Distributors, Steranko has pledged a 100% donation to WTC charities with a goal of $100,000! Celebrate the spirit of America! Print, 18x24
		Superman In The Fifties Tp Written by Otto Binder, Jerry Coleman, Bill Finger, Edmond Hamilton, and various; art by Al Plastino, Wayne Boring, Curt Swan, Kurt Schaffenberger, and various; cover by Boring In stores September 18. The Man of Steel's most outrageous tales from the Fifties are collected here, including some important milestones in Superman's history: the first appearances of Supergirl, Krypto, Titano the Super-Ape, and the first Kryptonian villans! Plus, Superboy's last day in Smallville; Superman's big brother; Superman's Super-Magic Show; the battle with Bizarro & the Bride of Bizarro; the new team of Superman and Robin; and much, much more! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC
		Superman Tarzan Sons Of The Jungle Tp by CHUCK DIXON and CARLOS MEGLIA A tiny space-pod rocketing from a doomed, little-known world crash-lands in mysterious East Africa, interrupting a vicious mutiny off the jungle coast. Who would know that this single anomalous event would disrupt the known course of time and space? It sets the lives of two legendary comic-book heroes - Superman and Tarzan - on very different paths. Orphaned Kal-El, last survivor of Krypton, is now the one raised by apes to become the mighty Lord of the Jungle. John Greystoke, heir to fortune and privilege, now becomes an adventuring wastrel draped in luxury, but not fulfillment. Fate will draw these men together in unexpected ways at the mythical lost city of Opar. Each man will face great danger, and discover his true destiny! Both heroes will be changed forever…if they survive! Collecting the four issue mini-series. On sale June 5 SC, 80pg, FC
		Too Much Coffee Man Lunch Box Awash in a sea of caffeine, adrift on a tin of titanic proportion and pressed against the belly of life, our hero Too Much Coffee Man awaits his fate. His creator, Shannon Wheeler, illustrated this lunchbox with the sole purpose of intervening into the fate of mankind. 'Release him unto this world so that the people may rejoice,' and so it was, and so it will be. The Too Much Coffee Man lunch box awaits you. o See our complete line of lunch boxes on page 00! On sale August 28. FC, embossed metal lunch box, 8' x 7' x 3 3/4'
		Tor Vol 2 Hc Written and illustrated by Joe Kubert; cover by Kubert In stores September 25. Eight more adventures are collected of one of Joe Kubert's most legendary creations, Tor - the saga of a noble yet uncompromising primitive man attempting to survive alone in a savage world of dinosaurs, disasters and devious men. Reprinting Tor #3, 4 & 5 (from the 1950s), this oversized volume also features a foreword by Joe Kubert dealing with the early years of his career and the creation of Tor. Plus, an insightful introduction by comics writer and historian Roy Thomas; original Tor backup features, including the youth-oriented Danny Dreams stories; and a 27-page portfolio section with commentary by Kubert containing unseen sketches, pages, animation art and other developmental material! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 8x11, 144pg, FC
		Wake Vol 2 Private Collection by Jean-David Morvan & Philippe Buchet Taken aboard Wake, Navee proves irresistible to its powers. Her resistance to being mind-read, her feistiness and indomitable character make her a popular new guest at increasingly higher echelons. In this volume, she undergoes training for special missions and does so with flying colors. But when she turns down the advances of a prominent official smitten with her, dangerous backstabbing politicking puts her in grave danger. SC, 9x12, 48pg, FC
		Wolverine The Best There Is Tp cover by sean chen frank tieri (w)/sean chen & dan fraga (p) • THE SCOOP: It's Wolverine in mortal combat for his title! • THE STORY: Logan says he's the best there is at what he does -- but now the enigmatic assassin known as Mr. X is challenging him for that moniker! Now Wolverine must travel to Madripoor to face the likes of Taskmaster, Toad, Puma and more in no-holds-barred cage matches! Reprinting WOLVERINE #159 - #161! • THE FORMAT: 144-page trade paperback.
		Marvel Visionaries Jim Steranko Tp cover by jim steranko stan lee & arnold drake (w)/jim steranko (p & i) The House salutes a living legend! Collecting CAPTAIN AMERICA #110, #111 and #113, X-MEN (vol. 1) #50 - #51 and more! (Marvel Memo: This is a resolicitation. All previous orders have been canceled.) 112 PGS./FC/all ages
		Adventures Of Mini Goddess Vol 2 Belldandy Files Dvd From Pioneer Entertainment! Whenever Keichi leaves the house, Belldandy, Urd and Skuld shrink themselves to play with the other residents of the area - including their clueless rat sidekick, Gan. Whether it's a quest to start a rock band or adventures in baby-sitting, the goddess adventures are dangerously funny! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: April, 2002.
		Batman Dark Victory Tp Written by Jeph Loeb; art and cover by Tim Sale In stores September 25. The popular maxiseries that served as a follow-up to BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN is collected in this massive trade paperback, by the award-winning team of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale. Contains all thirteen issues of the maxiseries, plus the #0 issue from Wizard: The Comics Magazine. For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 392pg, FC
		Berserk Vol 3 White Hawk Dvd From Anime Works! Griffith's prey is in his sights as he steps up his campaign both against the invading Empire of Chuder, and the conniving noblemen in Midland's court. His Hawks are involved in another skirmish on the frontlines, where Caska and Guts are separated from the others. Wounded and trapped in enemy territory, they struggle to return to the Hawks before the marauding armies of Chuder track them down. Contains episodes 10-13. Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Batman In World Finest Archives Vol 1 Hc Written by Bill Finger; art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Dick Sprang, and various; cover by Kane In stores September 18. The first seventeen solo adventures of Batman (and Robin) from WORLD'S FINEST COMICS - most of them unseen for over 60 years with only two ever reprinted since they originally appeared - are collected here! Showcasing the classic early work of Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, Dick Sprang and others, these stories feature such milestones as the first appearance of long-time Bat-nemesis the Scarecrow and the last appearance of the rotund Alfred. Featuring an introduction by famed comics historian R.C. Harvey! For more information, see the feature article. HC, 7x10, 240pg, FC
		Best Of Kitty Vol 4 Dvd (A) Release Date: August, 2002. DVD
		Betterman Vol 1 Dvd From Pioneer Entertainment! Meet Aono Keita, an ordinary high school student with ordinary problems. That is, until he stumbles across a theme park terrorized by relentless creatures, and in turn, is thrust into Sai Hinoki's secret world. A member of the Akamatsu Industries and an accomplished Neuronoid Mech pilot, she's been sent to exterminate the Algernon beasts, but requires the aid of Keita to effectively pilot the robot. But they are not alone, for there exists another that seeks to stop the Algernon. A mysterious entity known as BetterMan! Approximate running time: 50 minutes. Release Date: February, 2002.
		Brain Powered Vol 3 Dvd From Bandai Entertainment! The battle between Novis Noah and Orphan draws to a fever pitch as brother fights sister, parent fights child, and machine fights machine, all for the fate of the world and everyone on it! Approximate running time: 200 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Buffy The Vampire Slayer Rpg It's time to slay, Buffy-style, in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer RPG! Within the pages of this 288-page core rulebook you'll find an introduction to roleplaying in the Buffyverse; a guide to character creation, including pre-constructed Slayers and Scoobies for your quick-play pleasure and the abilities of all your favorite Buffy characters; The Buffy Unisystem, streamlined for cinematic slayage, fully compatible with Eden's All Flesh Must Be Eaten and the WitchCraft roleplaying games; a primer on magic mojo, for those who dare; details on the monsters of mayhem, all stat-ed out and ready-to-slay; a guide to the hotspots of Sunnydale, and more! Release Date: July, 2002.
		Cardcaptor Sakura Vol 11 Trust Dvd Sub From Pioneer Entertainment! The Dream Card pulls Sakura into a prophetic dream where she meets another Sakura who tells her 'Everything's going to be just fine.' Of course, that only makes her nervous. However, not quite as nervous as Li gets after he is cast as the princess in Sleeping Beauty! Then, the Light and Dark Cards warn Sakura about the arrival of Yue the Judge, just as Mei Lin is forced to return to Hong Kong! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002.
		Cardcaptors The Movie Dvd Dub From Pioneer Entertainment! Sakura wins a trip to Hong Kong! Or does she? A mysterious force calls out to Sakura in her dreams, and she discovers a dangerous legacy lingering in the alleys of Hong Kong. Thank goodness Sakura can depend upon Li and his family to help her against one of Clow Reed's long lost enemies! Additionally, The Cardcaptor Sakura Movie will be released as an anamorphic collector's edition Bilingual DVD featuring 5.1 & 2.0 Audio for English & Japanese audio and extras as English & Japanese Trailers and Commercials, alternate angle footage, and more. Approximate running time: 86 minutes. Release Date: March, 2002.
		Chobits Vol 3 Gn by CLAMP In the future, boys will be boys and girls will be robots. Like every other guy, Hideki just wants a cool job, a hot ride, and a state of the art robotic girlfriend. But pretty Chobits don't come cheap, and Hideki is out of luck, until he finds a cute one in the garbage. But even in the future, you get what you pay for and he soon discovers that real women aren't the only ones who are high maintenance. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w
		Cosmo Warrior Zero Vol 2 Sea Of Stars Dvd From Anime Works! Zero's unending search for Captain Harlock has brought him to the Wild West planet of Gun Frontier. But, the gun slinging bounty hunter, Sylvia, is hot on Harlock's trail and won't give up her prize so easily. Warrius is determined to bring the pirate to justice and Sylvia never loses a bounty. Fortunately for both, Harlock loves a good fight! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002.
		Daredevil Loves Labor Lost Tp cover by david mazzuchelli FRANK MILLER & DENNY O'NEIL (w)/ DAVID MAZZUCHELLI & JOHN BUSCEMA (p) Another classic collection starring Hell's Kitchen guardian devil! Reprinting DAREDEVIL #215 - #217, #220 - #222, #225 and #226 by Denny O'Neil and David Mazzuchelli -- plus DAREDEVIL #219, an offbeat fill-in by Frank Miller and John Buscema! 208 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG
		Dark Knight Strikes Again Pvc Set Advance-solicited; in stores September 25. From DC Direct comes a striking new PVC Set, featuring key characters from the acclaimed and best-selling miniseries by Frank Miller. THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN PVC SET features finely detailed, hand-painted PVC figures of six of the leading characters from this epic story - Batman, Catgirl, Superman, Lex Luthor, Wonder Woman, and The Atom - ranging from 2 1/8' to 4 1/8' tall. Packaged in a 4-color window box. Retailers, please note: THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN PVC SET is manufactured to order, so only limited quantities may be available for reorder. Final product may differ from image shown. This item is advance-solicited. Orders must be placed with those for May-released product, solicited in this month's issue of Previews. PVC Set (6 pieces)
		Dragon Half Dvd From A.D. Vision! So you think you have problems? Mink's mom is a dragon and her dad's a knight, and that's just the beginning of her list of teenage anxieties! After all, when you're part dragon and you're in love with a handsome singer who's also a dragon slayer, you just know somebody's going to get burned! Approximate running time: 50 minutes. Release Date: September, 2002. MATURE AUDIENCE
		Dragon Knights Vol 4 Gn by Mineko Ohkami An enduring hit spanning ten years of publication in Japan, Dragon Knights incorporates street style and contemporary humor into a farcical tale of dungeons, dragons, and some rather fashionable warriors. Rath, Rune, and That's, the Dragon Knights of Fire, Water, and Earth do their best to look good while doing good. SC, 5x7, 200pg, b&w
		Dragonball Vol 9 Tp by Akira Toriyama The Red Ribbon Army has been defeated, but when the dust clears, one of the seven Dragon Balls is still missing! To find it, Goku and his old friends go to the mysterious palace of Baba Uranai to divine its location. But to be granted the wisdom of the All-Seeing Crone, they must first defeat her five ghoulish champions in combat… Count Dracula, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, the Devil, and a final, mysterious super fighter! NOTE: Not available outside North America, Puerto Rico, the U.K., Australia, and New Zealand. SC, 192pg, b&w
		Dungeons And Dragons Monster Manual Ii Hc This supplement to the D&D game provides descriptions for a vast array of new creatures, with an emphasis on higher-level creatures (Challenge Ratings 10 - 20) to provide experienced gamers with tougher foes to overcome. This book also updates many popular monsters from the previous editions of the D&D game and provides information on creatures from the new D&D Chainmail miniatures game. Release Date: August, 2002.
		Dv8 Neighborhood Threat Tp Written by Warren Ellis; art by Humberto Ramos, Juvaun Kirby, Michael Lopez, Kevin West, Sal Regla, and various; cover by Ramos and Regla EYE OF THE STORM. In stores September 25. WildStorm Productions collects fan-favorite writer Warren Ellis's work on DV8 #1-6, plus the Wizard #1/2 - featuring power-mad, former I.O. bigwig Ivana Baiul's personal super-powered team, DV8. Can these misfits interact with a population they've been trained to regard as inferiors, especially with their own myriad social and psychological dysfunctions? For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS SC, 7x10, 176pg, FC
		Expo 2002 Anthology In less than five years, the Expo Anthology has become the premiere American anthology of international art comics. Nominated for numerous Harvey and Eisner awards, the Expo Anthology assembles over 350 pages of work by some of the world's most acclaimed and promising cartoonists. This is the first themed Expo book, bringing a slate of biographies in comics form. The Expo Anthology is a perfect introduction to art comics, and with this accessible theme, one of the best introductions to the art form you'll find anywhere. Cover by Dave Mazzucchelli. SC, 6x8, 350pg, b&w
		Frankenstein Gn New Ptg by Martin Powell & Pat Olliffe Mary Shelley's classic novel of science gone mad is brought to life in this critically acclaimed comic adaptation. Obsessed with his own mortality, young Victor Con Frankenstein discovers a means to imbue dead tissue with life. In a fit of pride, he creates an unnatural monster from fresh corpses and sets events in motion which will cost the gifted doctor his loved ones, his sanity, and maybe, ultimately, his life. Moonstone is proud to bring back this long out-of-print graphic novel by industry fan-favorites Powell and Olliffe. SC, 96pg, b&w
		Frontier Line Vol 1 Tp From the creator of Grey: Digital Target! Six tales of mecha war and redemption. Civil war has broken out on the planet Sodom, and the only way to survive is by using the mechas left behind by a mysterious alien race. Can the two sides find common ground in their humanity or will they annihilate each other? SC, 7x10, 240pg, b&w
		Green Arrow Poster Painted art by Matt Wagner Advance-solicited; in stores September 25. Green Arrow is back! The hugely successful and acclaimed GREEN ARROW monthly series has now spawned a 24' x 36' poster! This poster features the painted art by Matt Wagner that graced the cover of the GREEN ARROW: QUIVER hardcover (collecting the story arc that brought Green Arrow Oliver Queen back from the dead and firmly into the heart of the DC Universe). Poster, 24x36, FC