STAR174 -  | |  | Shidima Namakemono Cover #0
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Warui Namakemono (I) Ramil Sunga A despotic empire rules in the land of Shidima. An empire fueled by the terrifying fighting abilities of both its emperor, and his retainers. Amidst a bloody civil war for control of the throne, one outsider makes a choice that changes the fate of the entire nation. Join our hero as he makes the choices that ultimately entwine him in the brutal battle for succession to the lordship of the most enigmatic realm in the Warlands Universe. This issue also includes an exclusive art gallery with sketches and never before seen artwork! Note: This book ships with two covers: Cover A by Pat Lee, Cover B by Warui Namakemono. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Shidima Pat Lee Cover #0
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Warui Namakemono (I) Ramil Sunga A despotic empire rules in the land of Shidima. An empire fueled by the terrifying fighting abilities of both its emperor, and his retainers. Amidst a bloody civil war for control of the throne, one outsider makes a choice that changes the fate of the entire nation. Join our hero as he makes the choices that ultimately entwine him in the brutal battle for succession to the lordship of the most enigmatic realm in the Warlands Universe. This issue also includes an exclusive art gallery with sketches and never before seen artwork! Note: This book ships with two covers: Cover A by Pat Lee, Cover B by Warui Namakemono. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands #7
 Complete your saga through Warlands Vol. 1 with the rest of the story. Warlands #10 includes a bonus Shidima debut story! FC, 32pp

|  |  | |  | Warlands #8
 Complete your saga through Warlands Vol. 1 with the rest of the story. Warlands #10 includes a bonus Shidima debut story! FC, 32pp

|  |  | |  | Warlands #9
 Complete your saga through Warlands Vol. 1 with the rest of the story. Warlands #10 includes a bonus Shidima debut story! FC, 32pp

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice #3
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Pat Lee (I) Rob Armstrong The stakes are raised as Zeph and his companions discover the Empress' true plans for the beleaguered masses of Warlands enslaved population. Zeph is forced to forge an uneasy alliance with a former foe as Science and Magik are pitted against each other in a battle for the fate of the entire planet. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice #4
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Pat Lee (I) Rob Armstrong On the run from the Ryotian Empire, Zeph finds himself in the company of Aragorn, an unscrupulous sorcerer from Zeph's past who insists he knows a way to reverse the endless winter that is threatening Warlands. Zeph grudgingly agrees to a dubious truce with a former enemy as he and his companions are pursued by an elite band of Ryotian soldiers. FC 32pp

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice #5
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Pat Lee (I) Rob Armstrong Safely away from the Ryotian mines, Aragorn reveals a plan to Zeph and his companions that he believes will result in the complete restoration of Warland's ecosystem. Unfortunately, it's going to take every ounce of magic Zeph has at his command to accomplish his goal, but in doing so, he may very well doom himself to a fate worse than death, as the use of their magic is the very thing that will allow the nameless ones to find them... FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice Alvin Lee Cvr C #2
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Pat Lee (I) Rob Armstrong In the clutches of the Ryotian Empire, our heroes soon discover that the lines between allies and enemies are not as clear-cut as they believe. Held captive inside an enormous underground city, they must plan a way to escape the Aethril mines, and convince others to resume the fight to save Warlands from utter ecological disaster. Meanwhile, Zeph encounters an old enemy as he tries to find a way to free his companions and escape the most heavily fortified city on the continent. Also included in this issue is a special five page flipbook of the upcoming Warlands title 'Banished Knights', which tells the dark tale of the aftermath of the Darklyte Crusade, told from the perspective of it's losers, the scattered remnants of the Vampire Horde of Datara. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice Pat Lee Cvr #0
 (W) Chris Sarracini (P)Pat Lee & James Raiz (I) Rob Armstrong (C) Dreamwave Colors The battle for freedom continues in this essential WARLANDS: AGE OF ICE attachment story. The heartless Ryotians continue to hoard the natural resources necessary for survival in frozen-over Warlands. Yet still the peasant rebel armies continue to fight. As is revealed in this issue, somewhere in Warlands, in a location known only by the rebels, a small peasant village is secretly manufacturing weapons for the rebel cause. The Ryotians will stop at nothing to discover the whereabouts of that village and have hired a merciless enforcer to get this information, by any means necessary. Who is this mysterious enforcer? Will the rebels be strong enough to resist him? WARLANDS: AGE OF ICE #0 will begin to answer these vital questions. FC, 24pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice Pat Lee Cvr B Zeph #2
 (W) Adrian Tsang (P) Pat Lee (I) Rob Armstrong In the clutches of the Ryotian Empire, our heroes soon discover that the lines between allies and enemies are not as clear-cut as they believe. Held captive inside an enormous underground city, they must plan a way to escape the Aethril mines, and convince others to resume the fight to save Warlands from utter ecological disaster. Meanwhile, Zeph encounters an old enemy as he tries to find a way to free his companions and escape the most heavily fortified city on the continent. Also included in this issue is a special five page flipbook of the upcoming Warlands title 'Banished Knights', which tells the dark tale of the aftermath of the Darklyte Crusade, told from the perspective of it's losers, the scattered remnants of the Vampire Horde of Datara. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Coll Ed #2
 by P. Lee, Tsang, A. Lee Nakiko and Nagawa are on the brink of finding out who the serial killer is. Our agents are slowly putting the puzzle pieces together in hopes to take down the Paradox. Who is behind all of this? If you've missed out on the action in DarkMinds #4-6, buckle up for Darkminds Collection #2 because it will take you on a thriller ride of suspense. Don't miss out on this opportunity to collect the continuation of the Darkminds Collection! SC, 7x10, 72pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Coll Ed #3
 by P. Lee, Tsang, A. Lee Finish your Darkminds collection with the collection series #3. Get ready to find out who Nakiko really is. This collected edition reveals the identity of the Paradox Killer! Don't miss out on the last book of the collection series collecting DarkMinds #7-8. Prepare to unfold all the secrets of the first volume of Darkminds! FC, 52 pp.

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Macropolis Stormkote #1
 Dark Minds: Macropolis #1 is also available in a wrap-around stormkote cover by Pat Lee. Limited to 4,000 copies. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Poster #2
 by Pat Lee Here's your chance to get this cool cover poster of Darkminds #8. Highly detailed artwork and intense colors by Pat Lee and the Dreamwave team. This item is a must-have for Darkminds fans! FC, 24x36

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Vol 1 Paradox Tp
 by P. Lee, Tsang, A. Lee Welcome to the shadowy world of DarkMinds, the chilling story of a prolific serial killer and two special investigators charged with bringing the killer to justice. Set in the not-so-distant future of the city of Macropolis, DarkMinds is a synthesis of classic detective fiction and the broader genre of sci-fi cyberpunk. Join agent Tedashi Nagawa and Akane Nakiko as they fight against enemies from both within and without on their quest to bring the enigmatic Paradox Killer to justice. Don't miss your chance to read DarkMinds Volume I in it's remastered format including issues #0, #1/2, and #1 thru #8 cover to cover in their entirety along with a complete cover art gallery. FC, 240pg

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Vol 2 Poster #1
 Now you can enjoy Pat Lee's cover to Darkminds II: Chapter 1 featuring Nagawa, Mai and Nakiko, in all its poster-sized glory! FC, 24x36

|  |  | |  | Darkminds Witchblade Special
 by David Wohl, Pat Lee, & Dreamwave Productions Marc Silvestri's Top Cow Productions joins forces with Pat Lee's Dreamwave Productions for this very special event. There's a serial killer plaguing Macropolis and it's up to the newly-created cyborg Nakiko to discover the criminal's identity. How does the Witchblade fit into all this? Let's just say it isn't always worn by the good guys! Prestige Format. FC, 48pg

|  |  | |  | Neon Cyber Glow In The Dark Edition #1
 by Kang, Tsang, & Dreamwave This special cover rendered by Lou Kang will have a limited print run. This Radical 'Glow-in-the-Dark' cover will be a great addition to your Neon Cyber and DarkMinds collection. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Shidima Stormkote Cvr #1
 Situated far to the East beyond the waters of the God's Maw, an empire thrived. Magic and swordmanship were practiced as one, creating the most fearsome warriors to ever walk the face of Warlands. Only one man not of Shidiman-blood was ever to master these deadly fighting arts, fighting both with and against Shidima's deadly warrior caste.

|  |  | |  | Warlands Age Of Ice Ice Gem Cvr #1
 by Tsang, Lee, & Armstrong Re-immerse yourself in the fantasy world of Warlands once again as a new epic saga begins two hundred years after Malagen and his Vampire armies were defeated. Even the full might of the Dataran horde however, pales in comparison to the danger now facing the collective kingdoms of Warlands. After the Ice Dragon Eganko was defeated, it plunged into the depths of the Eastern Sea, and is now slowly freezing the world's oceans. Faced with utter ecological disaster, a band of mismatched mercenaries and would-be heroes embark on a quest to not only save their homes from destruction, but all life itself. NOTE: This issue has 3 covers by Pat Lee. When placed side by side, the covers will form one large, complete image of the Warlands: Age of Ice characters. FC, 32pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Chronicles Vol 1 Tp
 by Tsang, Lee, & Dreamwave Colors A great darkness has returned to Warlands. With his son Aalok at his side, the evil vampire lord Malagen leads his armies against the East in a quest to obtain the legendary Darklyte Armor, an artifact of unparalleled power. It's up to a small band of heroes thrown together by fate to stop Malagen and prevent the total subjugation of the Eastern Continent. The epic tale of 'Warlands: The Darklyte Crusade' can now be obtained in the Warlands Chonicles Volume I! Contains Chapter #1: Fall of Shal'Hazar, Chapter #2: Homecoming, and Chapter #3: Dataran Rising. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to pick up the first chapters in the highly successful Warlands series. Collects issues #1-3. SC, 7x10, 56pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Warlands Poster #3
 by Pat Lee, Alvin Lee, & Dreamwave Colors Prepare yourself as Dreamwave presents their third poster of their hot new series Warlands. This breathtaking cover of issue #5 features G'dar, Elessa, Zeph, Delezar, Jerell, Marisana and more. This detailed cover is another one of Pat Lee's prize possessions, so don't miss out on this rare opportunity to pick up the mind-blowing cover in poster size! FC, 24x36

|  |  | |  | Warlands Special Three Stories
 by Pat Lee & Adrian Tsang Collecting the rare and much-sought after Warlands Vol. 1, Wizard #1/2, Another Universe #0, an all-new Epilogue story and an all-new framing sequence. Plus a complete cover gallery of the above including all the variants. Enjoy an evening by the fireside in the land of magic and vampires. Experience first hand three tales that forever changed the balance between might and right in the world of Warlands. In Warlands Special: Three Stories, readers will discover two early self-contained tales from the Warlands Universe as well as the beginnings of Warlands: Ice Age all in one place. This special graphic album provides the perfect opportunity to sample the past, present, and future of Warlands all in one beautiful, accessible package. FC, 48pg

|  |  | |  | Warlands Vol 1 Tp
 by Adrian Tsang, Pat Lee, & Alvin Lee Welcome to Warlands. A fantasy world of Myth and Magic set against the backdrop of a world in the grip of a global-scale war against the Vampire Hordes of Datara. Bent on the conquest of the entire realm, Malagen the Black, Kahn of Datara, embarks on an unholy war to obtain the legendary Darklyte armor, an artifact fabled to the nexus of all manner of magical energy. Join our heroes in the ashes of their ruined homeland as they struggle against the dark to save their world from total annihilation. SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Alan Moore Magic Words Vol 1 Hc
 by Alan Moore & Various Alan Moore brings a new line of graphic novels to Avatar starting right here! Hand-picked by Alan Moore, this book is a stunning adaptation of some of his songs, poems, and writings turned into sequential art by an amazing group of European artists never before seen in America! This is also the first American work by staggering new talent, Juan Jose Ryp, who will certainly be providing art for many fantastic Avatar projects in the years to come! Also included is an exhaustive listing of Moore's work in other mediums as well. This deluxe edition features an introduction by Warren Ellis and is available in standard softcover, and a special edition hardcover, featuring an all-new cover by Ryp, limited to just 1,000 copies! MATURE READERS b&w, 7x10, 56pg

|  |  | |  | Annotated Mantooth Tp
 by Matt Fraction, Andy Kuhn, & Tim Fisher They say the star that burns twice as bright burns half as long. In the case of Rex Mantooth!, he burned five or six times as bright for, like, ten minutes or so. Ape Super-Spy Rex Mantooth blazed across three stories to inexplicable critical acclaim. These blistering bits of nonsense are now lavishly collected with corrected and re-toned art, the official text, covers, essays, scripts, annotations, pinups, and more. Featuring a foreword, a preface, an introduction, and publisher's note by some of comics' most notable luminaries and more exclusive material than anyone can possibly imagine. The Annotated Mantooth is exactly like a DVD about a museum that's full of monkey comics about stuff that 'splodes and dudes gettin' kicked… just not round, or shiny. SC, 7x10, 80pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Ap How To Draw Manga Compilation Vol 3 Tp
 The blockbuster instructional series from Antarctic Press continues to be in high demand - so much so that they're doing a third informative collection! The manga masters at AP dig up another gold mine of valuable instruction in assorted aspects of the manga medium, 128 more pages worth brought to you by such stellar talents as the Godfather of American Manga, Ben Dunn (Ninja High School, Marvel Mangaverse), multitalented creator/illustrator/animator Fred Perry (Gold Digger, Legacy), Eisner/Ignatz nominee Rod Espinosa (Courageous Princess), American manga sensation David Hutchison (Dragon Arms, Ninja High School), and legendary creator and illustrator Joe Wight (Twilight X). Learn the rules of the school from the people who built it! For anyone who missed out on issues #9-12 of the regular series, this is your chance to catch up on those missed lessons! Antarctic's How to Draw Manga books have all been selling out quickly, so reserve your copy now! SC, 7x10, 128pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Art Of Joseph Michael Linsner Hc
 by Joseph Michael Linsner Few names in the art world today stir the passions of fans like that of Joseph Michael Linsner. A maverick phenomenon, Linsner has been painting visions of fantastic worlds and beautiful women since 1989. He stormed the world with his personal tribute to the Goddess, Dawn. Collected here for the first time is the body of work that Joseph himself is proudest of. This much-anticipated volume boasts 176 pages of Linsner's very best work, including covers and over a dozen previously unseen and unpublished paintings. Scores of rare production sketches and color roughs will be highlighted, as well as a special 'how to' section in which Linsner gives a sneak peek at the production of one of his dazzling Dawn paintings from start to finish. More than simply pinup art, Linsner's work illuminates a complex mythology, rife with its own symbolism and language. Ever wanted to go to Heaven, Hell and beyond? Linsner's art will take you there. Recommended for readers and fans of Vargas Pin-Ups, Goddess worshipers and art lovers of all ages. FC 176pp Hardcover

|  |  | |  | Call Of Duty Vol 1 Tp
 Cover By David Finch Chuck Austen (w)/David Finch(p) Marvel turns the spotlight on the world's real heroes! In the wake of 9/11, the world watched as firefighters, police officers and EMS workers selflessly risked their lives to save others. These are the brave men and women that answered THE CALL OF DUTY. Now, the series that received national press coverage introduces you to Lieutenant James MacDonald, a veteran firefighter who, despite all his years on the job, may not be prepared for the unexpected. Collecting THE CALL OF DUTY: THE BROTHERHOOD #1 - #6. 160 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG

|  |  | |  | Captain Action The Org Super Hero Action Figure Tp
 by Michael Eury Captain Action was introduced in 1966 in the wake of the Batman TV show craze, and quickly received his own DC comic book with art by Wally Wood. Able to assume the identities of 13 famous super-heroes, his initial career was short-lived, but continuing interest in the hero led to a recent return to toy-store shelves. Lavishly illustrated with over 200 toy photos, this new trade paperback by author Michael Eury chronicles the history of this quick-changing champion, including photos of virtually every Captain Action product ever released, spotlights on his allies Action Boy and the Super Queens, and his arch-enemy Dr. Evil; an examination of his comic-book appearances; and 'Action Facts' that even the most die-hard Captain Action fan won't know! It features a foreword, new cover, and unseen package illos by Murphy Anderson, plus historical anecdotes by the late Gil Kane, Jim Shooter, Stan Weston (co-creator of G.I. Joe, Captain Action, and Mego's World's Greatest Super-Heroes line), and Larry Reiner and Larry O'Daly, formerly of Ideal Toys. Plus, never-before-published Captain Action artwork by Gil Kane, Joe Staton, Carmine Infantino, Jerry Ordway, and Murphy Anderson. Makes an excellent Christmas gift! (Twomorrows Publishing) SC, 8x11, 160pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Comic Art Price Guide Second Edition Hc
 by Jerry Weist; Cover by Alex Ross Now available in hardcover! Whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced enthusiast, this book is an invaluable guide to the ins and outs of collecting original comic art. With detailed listings (many of them fully illustrated!), articles illustrating how to bid at auction, how to buy rare comic art, and much more, this book is indispensable for any serious collector! The Comic Art Price Guide also includes a Pulp Price Guide, a Fanzine Price Guide, a Monster Magazine Price Guide, Market Reports, a huge Science Fiction & Pulp Artist listing, a special color insert and an amazing, collectible cover by Alex Ross featuring Golden Age great Bill Everett and his best-known creation, the Sub-Mariner. HC, 6x9, b&w

|  |  | |  | 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

|  |  | |  | Edge #9
 From the many hands of Ervulsh to the spooky trees that assail our cover boy Trenin, the lives of The First are fraught with many dangers! In this month's double-shot of THE FIRST (Chapters 23 & 24), Pyrem runs to Ingra's rescue. Meanwhile, we also have RUSE (Chapter 12), SCION (Chapter 29), MYSTIC (Chapter 27 & 28), WAY OF THE RAT (Chapter 6), and SIGIL (Chapter 29). On sale December 26 SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Forge #9
 Prepare for a shootout at the CrossGen Corral, courtesy of CRUX (Chapters 18 & 19)! When Zephyre and Verityn visit an Old West theme park, Gannish and Yala show up for a little Cowboys vs. Aztecs. Think Westworld meets Clash of the Titans. Meanwhile, this issue also includes THE PATH (Chapter 8), MERIDIAN (Chapter 29), SOJOURN (Chapter 15), NEGATION (Chapter 11), and ROUTE 666 (Chapters 3 & 4). On sale December 11 SC, 7x10, 192pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Gi Joe Vol 2 Reckonings Tp
 (W) Josh Blaylock (A )Steve Kurth with others (Cover) Mike Norton FC 96pp Trade paperback In stores the week of December 11th. The Concept: Last year, Image brought G.I. JOE back to comic books, sparking an entire book of 1980's retro properties. We are now proud to offer the second collection of this breakout series, featuring everyone's favorite characters from the popular G.I. JOE: REAL AMERICAN HERO comics, cartoons and toys This Issue: Collecting issues #6-9, the story arc that not only brought back Cobra Commander to the new G.I.JOE series, but also everyone's favorite COBRA Ninja, STORM SHADOW! What starts out as the return of Cobra Commander leads to the showdown of the year - Snake-Eyes VS Storm Shadow!

|  |  | |  | Gi Joe Vol 5 Tp
 Cover By J. Scott Campbell Larry Hama (w)/Rod Whigham(p) Can Cobra actually create their own country? Who is Serpentor? Find out as we reprint G.I. JOE #42 - #50! 240 PGS./FC/ALL AGES

|  |  | |  | Kodt Bundle Of Trouble Vol 8
 All of the best craziness collected for you in convenient collectible softcovers! The original stories have been enhanced with additional footnotes and a cleaner visual presentation for your reading pleasure. Extra goodies include humorous bits of KoDT trivia. Full-color cardstock covers. SC, 96pg

|  |  | |  | La Blue Girl Returns Shikima Lust Dvd (A)
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|  |  | |  | Mobile Suit Gundam Movies Dvd Box Set
 From Bandai Entertainment! Follow the trials and adventures of young Amuro Ray as he tries to come to terms with his NewType powers, the horrors of war, the lessons of life and love, and his greatest enemy, Char Aznable. The three Gundam movies based upon the original Gundam series are finally available on DVD and collected in this three-DVD Boxed set. That's over 7-hours of Gundam excitement! Can you handle it?! Release Date: May, 2002.

|  |  | |  | Overstreet Comic Book Grading Guide New Edition
 By Robert M. Overstreet and Arnold T. Blumberg There's never been as much attention paid to the grading of comics as there is today. With the advent of independent certification, grading concerns have come to the forefront in a way never before seen. In discussions with collectors, retailers and the Overstreet advisors, it became clear that a new edition of The Overstreet Comic Book Grading Guide was needed. This book is the answer to those many requests! Learn in detail what you need to know in order to understand grading, explore the concerns surrounding restoration, and see beautifully detailed examples of each type of defect and books in every grade. Lavishly illustrated, this book is a 'how to' symposium for those new to grading and a thorough, handy reference for experienced enthusiasts. SC

|  |  | |  | Rebel Visions Underground Comix Revolution Hc
 by Patrick Rosenkranz A provocative chronicle of the guerilla art movement that changed comics forever. This comprehensive book follows the movements of 50 artists from 1967 to 1972, the heyday of the underground comix movement. Through interviews with the participants and other materials, Rebel Visions is the most intimate look ever at the people and events that forged the phenomenon known as underground comix, from New York to San Francisco, from the corn belt to deep in the heart of Texas, beginning that day in 1968 when R. Crumb debuted Zap #1 from a baby carriage on Haight Ashbury Street. Rosenkranz has spent over 30 years researching this book and acquiring the cooperation of every significant underground cartoonist who worked throughout this period, including Crumb, Gilbert (Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers) Shelton, Bill (Zippy) Griffith, Art (Maus) Spiegelman, Jack Jackson, S. Clay Wilson, Robert Williams, and many more. The book is illustrated with many never-before-seen drawings by all of the underground cartoonists and exclusive photographs. HC, 240pg, PC

|  |  | |  | Silent Mobius Vol 2 Dvd
 From Bandai Entertainment! This bilingual 2-disc DVD set collects nine complete episodes of Kia Asamiya's sci-fi/supernatural thriller! Approximate running time: 225 minutes. Release Date: August, 2002.

|  |  | |  | Trouble Chocolate Vol 2 Dvd
 From Viz Video! Fascinated by Deborah and Cap'n Murakata's strange need to always touch each other, Hinano uses the fire in their hearts to destroy the latest enemy. Meanwhile, Truffle tries to woo Hinano with the largest cat he can find, but only succeeds in causing a CATastrophe! Then, time for school's Olympics and first prize is an all-you-can-eat month-long coupon! And finally, Mozzarella unleashes his strongest soldier to destroy all sorcerers in MicroGrand Academy. Somehow Cocoa becomes his one and only target! Approximate running time: 104 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002.

|  |  | |  | Twilight X Vol 1 After War S/N Ed Tp
 by Joseph Wight Ten years in the making, this mega-trade paperback collects all of Joseph Wight's thrilling Twilight X material to date - plus thirty all-new pages! As an added bonus, every copy sold through this offering will be signed by the author! Rip-roaring and romantic, hilarious and heart-tugging, it's a read you'll never regret! SC, 7x10, 632pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Vagabond Vol 4 Tp
 by Hayao Miyazaki Amidst new powerful government in Japan, a young man sets out on a journey seeking spiritual enlightenment by the way of the sword, prepared to slay anyone who might get in his way! After Musashi single-handedly takes on the Yoshioka School, Gion Toji, one of the schools strongest fighters, is out for revenge. Meanwhile, Mushashi and his wild young disciple set out for Nara to face the challenges presented by the ferocious spear technique of the monks of Hozoin Temple. All the while, Musashi is struggling between his growing feelings of love for Otsu and his devotion to the way of the sword. SC, 208pg, PC

|  |  | |  | X-Force Vol 2 Tp
 Cover By Mike Allred Peter Milligan (w)/ Mike Allred, Darwyn Cooke & Duncan Fegredo (p) Milligan and Allred turn the idea of conventional, 'mainstream' comics on its ear as they explore the ideas of race, sexuality, class, and our fame-obsessed culture! Collecting X-FORCE #121-129, the issues that The New York Times called 'a witty blast of media criticism disguised as a garish spin-off of the X-Men.' 224 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG

|  |  | |  | X-Treme X-Men Vol 2 Invasion Tp
 Cover By Salvador Larroca Chris Claremont (w)/Salvador Larroca(p) Storm, Rogue, Gambit and the X-Treme Team stand as Earth's only defense against an invading alien armada! Reprinting X-TREME X-MEN #10 - #18. 224 PGS./FC/MARVEL PG

|  |  | |  | 3x3 Eyes Vol 6 Key To The Sacred Land Tp
 by Yuzo Takada, produced by Studio Proteus Pai, the beautiful 300-year-old amnesiac mystic, and her companion-cum-immortal slave, Tokyo student Yakumo Fujii, search China for ancient relics to provide clues to the location of Pai's hidden Tibetan homeland, where Pai's memories can be restored. But the two are not the only ones in search of these objects. Both the dashing relic-hunter Jake McDonald and the nefarious Choukai, are trying to get their mitts on a certain mystic incense burner. And when Choukai traps Pai within a sorcerous binding circle, Yakumo is torn by the fateful decision of whether or not to pay the artifact as ransom to free Pai and by doing so, dooming Pai's memories and his own chance of returning to his mortal existence. FOR MATURE READERS On sale January 2 SC, 136pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Akira Cinemanga Vol 1 (Of 5)
 by Katsuhiro Otomo In 2019, Neo-Tokyo rises from the ashes. But the government is beset with corruption and barely maintains control over the powerful military. Childhood friends Tetsuo and Kaneda become entangled in Neo-Tokyo's secret past when their motorcycle gang encounters a military operation to retrieve an escaped experimental subject. In the conflict, Tetsuo is captured and subjected to similar experimentation that grant him psychic powers. When Tetsuo's emotional stability breaks down and his powers rage out of control, Kaneda must do everything in his power to stop him! The widely popular anime classic from the mid-eighties, from renowned director Katsuhiro Otomo, is serialized utilizing images digitally captured from the re-mastered source material for the movie! SC, 5x7, 160pg, FC (1 of 5)

|  |  | |  | Df Amazing Spider-Man Full Size 13 Inch Bust
 This full-size head bust measures an unbelievable 13' high and perfectly captures the costumed likeness of everyone's favorite wall-crawler! To create this awesome collectible, Dynamic Forces has once again teamed with Alex Ross, who art-directed and personally co-designed this massive full-size bust with sculptor Mike Hill! Inspired by the legendary work of definitive Spider-Man artist, John Romita Sr., Alex worked closely with sculptor Mike Hill to bring Spider-Man to life as is he just stepped off of the comic page! His eyes fixed, his neck muscles taught and stretched, the Spider-Man Full Size Head Bust is the ultimate 3-D rendering of Peter Parker's famous alter-ego. This bust is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the discriminating collector and arrives in time for Spider-Man's 40th Anniversary. Shipping in May 2002. NOTE: Introductory pricing on intial orders only!

|  |  | |  | Batman Aliens Ii #1
 Written by Ian Edginton; art and cover by Staz Johnson and James Hodgkins In stores December 26. A Gotham City construction crew uncovers a sealed vault housing an unspeakable horror! Eighty years ago, an expedition to the South Pole uncovered a crashed spaceship - a spaceship containing the bloodthirsty Aliens. Now, after years in hibernation, a nearly desiccated Alien is unleashed upon the modern world. And it's very, very hungry! Only one man has a chance of stopping this murderous beast - the Dark Knight Detective known as Batman! For more information, see the feature article. Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. Prestige Format. FC, 48 pg. (1 of 3)

|  |  | |  | Batman The Golden Streets Of Gotham
 Written by Jen Van Meter; art by Cliff Chiang and Tommy Lee Edwards; cover by Chiang ELSEWORLDS. In stores January 2. A Prestige one-shot written by Hopeless Savages' Jen Van Meter with moody, evocative art by Cliff Chiang and Tommy Lee Edwards! When immigrant Bruno Vanekow's parents are killed in a garment factory fire, he pledges himself to fighting the negligence that killed them and their colleagues by donning the identity of a 'The Bat.' Prestige Format. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 64pg

|  |  | |  | Birds Of Prey Old Friends New Enemies Tp
 Written by Chuck Dixon; art by Greg Land and Drew Geraci; cover by Brian Stelfreeze In stores January 2. Catch up on the Birds of Prey - stars of The WB!'s hot new show - with this trade paperback collecting the first six issues of the ongoing series along with the BIRDS OF PREY: WOLVES and BIRDS OF PREY: BATGIRL one-shots, all under a brand new painted cover by the ultra-talented Brian Stelfreeze! For more information, see the feature article. SC, 7x10, 224pg, FC

|  |  | |  | Courtney Crumrin & The Night Things Tp
 by Ted Naifeh Courtney liked her life. She had friends scattered throughout her city neighborhood. She enjoyed school, and her teachers and classes were the best. But that was before. Now Courtney's parents have dragged her out to a high-to-do suburb to live with her creepy Great Uncle Aloysius in his spooky old house. And while her parents have slipped easily into their new social status, Courtney now has to deal with snobby classmates and the strange shadowy visitors that often come to visit her uncle. In this new place, instead of kids from the neighborhood, her only friends are ghastly ghouls and spooky spirits. Hmmm… Maybe this won't be so bad after all! SC, 7x10, 120pg, b&w

|  |  | |  | Dai Guard Vol 3 Checks & Balances Of Terror Dvd
 From A.D. Vision! In desperate times, the eyes of the planet search for a new hero. Hopefully, one that comes fully loaded with a lifetime guarantee! You can't teach an old robot new tricks, but it will learn them on its own if it has to! The invaders hoped to catch us by surprise. What they failed to remember was that it isn't the age of the steel, but the spirit of the pilots that counts. Our daring trio is about to show their enemies that a good heart and a can-do attitude are stronger than the latest technology. Let's just hope they don't get laid off before the final battle! Approximate running time: 100 minutes. Scheduled to ship in January 2003.

|  |  | |  | Devil Lady Vol 1 The Awakening Dvd
 From A.D. Vision! Jun has always been different from everyone else. The life of a fashion model is unlike anything else in the world. But she has no idea how different she is until a mysterious stalker throws her head-first into a brutal confrontation with the supernatural! From Go Nagai, the master of animated horror, comes a harrowing odyssey through the twisted maze that is Jun's new life. By day a beautiful, shy fashion plate. By night a terrifying vision of demonic power! Scheduled to ship in January 2003. MATURE AUDIENCES

|  |  | |  | Dragon Pink Vol 1 A Tale Of Three Kitties Dvd Sub (A)
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|  |  | |  | Evening With Kevin Smith Dvd
 From Columbia Tri-Star Home Video! Acclaimed Director Kevin Smith (Clerks, Dogma) shares his experiences and witticisms at five college performances at Indiana, Cornell, Clark, Kent State, and Wyoming Universities. Approximate running time: 194 minutes. Scheduled to ship in December 2002.

|  |  | |  | F3 Vol 1 Menage A Trois Dvd Sub (A)
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|  |  | |  | Gto Vol 9 Gn
 by Tohru Fujisawa Onizuka isn't the only person that has it tough. Miss Fuyutsuki is bullied by her students and asks for help from Onizuka. He isn't the type of person to do another's dirty work but lends a hand nonetheless and his plan is definitely out of the ordinary! The students of Holy Forest Academy also lead interesting lives. Teenage crushes, love potions, midnight paintball wars, and blackmail should be made part of the standard curriculum. SC, 5x7, 192pg, b&w (9 of 25)

|  |  | |  | Island Vol 7 Gn
 by In-Wan Youn & Kyung-Il Yang In this final climatic volume, Pan and Aikawa are ready for a showdown as John and Monk Seinana still fight insanely. Kyoichi observes silently, thinking everyone has lost their mind. Miho's been asked by the criminal to expose the bones to the world, but she finds herself in deeper trouble before the dirty deed is done. While Investigator Chong seeks out Miho to make her claim responsibility for the criminal's wrongdoings, Kyoichi helps find the displaced bones a suitable location that will become their final resting place. SC, 5x7, 176pg, b&w (7 of 7)

|  |  | |  | J Scott Campbell Danger Girl Sketchbook
 Written and illustrated by J. Scott Campbell; cover by Campbell CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores December 26. A new edition of this previously sold-out, jam-packed collection features rare DANGER GIRL sketches, filling this 64-page one-shot to the brim! Included are ultra-rare production drawings for the Danger Girl video game, action figures and PVC's. Plus, there are breakdowns for DANGER GIRL pages, rarely-seen covers, and many more enticing treasures to discover and drool over. For more information, see the feature article. Prestige Format. FC, 64 pg

|  |  | |  | Lone Wolf & Cub Vol 28 The Lotus Throne Tp
 by KAZUO KOIKE and GOSEKI KOJIMA; cover by GUY DAVIS What exactly needs to be said in solicitation copy for the VERY LAST VOLUME OF LONE WOLF AND CUB? It's the moment you've all been waiting years and years to read. It's the end of the long path the ronin father and son have been on since the boy's birth. Through unimaginable violence and bad weather, across hundreds of miles of blood-soaked roadbeds, over years of tragedy and anguish, to this final 320 pages of still-epic story, Itto and Daigoro have kept us holding on to what little hope exists in a world where honor is all but forgotten and warriors are obsolete. It's a bloody battle all the way to the finish, with dramatic twists and turns right up to the final page. Stay with us as we conclude the translation of what will always be considered one of the finest examples of comic-book mastery ever created, Lone Wolf and Cub. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 26 SC, 320pg, b&w, 4' x 6'

|  |  | |  | Mage Knight Dungeons Pyramid Starter Set
 The Pyramid has a thousand and one tales and a thousand and two deaths! Mage Knight Dungeons: Pyramid is dungeon delving at its finest, introducing new Heroes, Mage Spawn, and maps for further Mage Knight Dungeons adventures! The Mage Knight Dungeons: Pyramid Starter Set contains (8) randomly inserted, painted, and fully-assembled miniature figures, (2) Treasure Chests, (12) Tokens & Markers, 30' x 20' Dungeons Map Rules & Special Abilities Card, (10) I.D. Stickers, and (2) Dice. Every Mage Knight Dungeons: Pyramid Booster Pack contains (4) figures, a treasure chest, and (5) I.D. stickers. Scheduled to ship in January 2003.

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