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36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Martin Wagner. Chapter IV: Straight, No Chaser, script and art by Martin Wagner; Arnie and the stranger get in a fight; the stranger pulls a knife, but is scared off by an approaching truck; The police investigate; Arnie gets angry with Erica's reticence, and ends up alienating the other three. 32 pgs. $2.00. Cover price $2.25.

Snowblind Part 4: Straight, No Chaser. Story, art and cover by Martin Wagner. Antarctic Press reprints Wagners acclaimed (and short-lived) anthropomorphic slice-of-life series with new covers. When Arnie finds Erica with her mystery man, he sets out to get to the bottom of the maddening story, but only manages to get stonewalled by Erica and beaten up by the mystery man. Also features the sixth part of the "Way of the World" prologue. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

Written by FRED VAN LENTE & GREG PAK Penciled by NEIL EDWARDS Cover by GREG HORN FEAR ITSELF TIE-IN! Depowered, abandoned by those closest to him and cast away in a twisted, nightmarish version of his new home of Brooklyn, Hercules prepares for to make his stand against Kyknos, son of his immortal enemy Ares, and Hecate, the villainous goddess of witchcraft. Will strength and heart alone be enough to overcome his seemingly insurmountable obstacles, or will this be the final, fatal trial of Hercules? Star writers Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente team up with ace artist Neil Edwards to bring the closing chapter to Hercules versus FEAR ITSELF. 32 PGS./Rated T+ ... Cover price $2.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Variant Cover by MIKE OEMING Written by FRED VAN LENTE & GREG PAK Penciled by DAVID HAHN ENTER BABA YAGA! It's hard to be a depowered deity. Herc knows this, and yet remains a hero. His father Zeus, however, is having a rough go of it. Adding to their troubles, the assassin ELEKTRA has joined with the Russian mob to take some powerful items from their Brooklyn home, which doesn't sit well with the man they're stolen from... the KINGPIN! Herc and Zeus are caught in the middle, and their only answer appears to be in a house that walks on giant chicken legs?!? Herculean writers Greg Pak and Fred Van Lente, along with artist extraordinaire David Hahn, craft one of delectable former demigod's craziest adventures yet! 40 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Cover art by Sam Glanzman. The Land of Amazons, script by Dennis O'Neil [as Sergius O'Shaughnessy], art by Sam Glanzman; Hercules is fighting two bulls in the arena for the entertainment of some locals; He then is interrupted by Zeus and Hera the latter giving him his next task, to bring to her the Golden Girdle of Hippolyta the Queen of the Amazons. Hercules takes up the task readily and heads off; He soon chances across a beautiful young blonde maiden chained to a stake being threatened by a giant lizard. Mogo the Mighty text story. Chapter Five: The Battle Lost, script by Steve Skeates, art by Jim Aparo; Hrothelac the banished Thane of Bagarth finds himself a slave aboard a Viking ship; He's beginning to adapt to his role when the ship runs aground and he finds his chains freed by the melee; He tries to get clear of the ship, fights a Viking and both are thrown into the sea, the Viking sinking because of his armor. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Cover by Clint Langley. Writer STEVE MOORE. Artist CRIS BOLSON. Colorist DOUG SIROIS. The electrifying battle you've been waiting for! Hercules, son of the Thunder God, Zeus, versus Khadis, Lord of Lightning! When Autolycus and Iolaus return from a vital reconnaissance mission, King Seti rallies his troops for an all-out assault on Amenmessu's forces. While the Egyptian King gathers his army, Hercules and his companions continue their search for the traitor within the palace walls. But when the thunder and lighting rain down upon the battlefield, Hercules must summon the strength of his father and defeat the Lord of Lightning - no matter what the cost. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Cover by Jim Steranko. Fourteen hundred years ago, a tormented soul walked the earth that was neither man nor god. Hercules was the powerful son of the god king Zeus, for this he received nothing but suffering his entire life. After twelve arduous labors and the loss of his family, this dark, world-weary soul turned his back on the gods finding his only solace in bloody battle. Over the years he warmed to the company of six similar souls, their only bond being their love of fighting and presence of death. These men and woman never question where they go to fight or why or whom, just how much they will be paid. Now the King of Thrace has hired these mercenaries to train his men to become the greatest army of all time. It is time for this bunch of lost souls to finally have their eyes opened to how far they have fallen when they must train an army to become as ruthless and blood thirsty as their reputation has become. In the dark epic vein of Frank Millar's 300, Radical reinvents the Hercules legend like never before, behind a sumptuously rendered cover by Jim Steranko. Designs by jim Steranko, Weta Workshop and Imaginary Friends Studios. Cover price $1.00.

2nd printing. Cover by Jim Steranko. Fourteen hundred years ago, a tormented soul walked the earth that was neither man nor god. Hercules was the powerful son of the god king Zeus, for this he received nothing but suffering his entire life. After twelve arduous labors and the loss of his family, this dark, world-weary soul turned his back on the gods finding his only solace in bloody battle. Over the years he warmed to the company of six similar souls, their only bond being their love of fighting and presence of death. These men and woman never question where they go to fight or why or whom, just how much they will be paid. Now the King of Thrace has hired these mercenaries to train his men to become the greatest army of all time. It is time for this bunch of lost souls to finally have their eyes opened to how far they have fallen when they must train an army to become as ruthless and blood thirsty as their reputation has become. In the dark epic vein of Frank Millar's 300, Radical reinvents the Hercules legend like never before, behind a sumptuously rendered cover by Jim Steranko. Designs by jim Steranko, Weta Workshop and Imaginary Friends Studios. Cover price $2.99.

Stories by unknown. Art and Cover by Owen Fitzgerald. Featuring two untitled Here's Howie tales with art by Owen Fitzgerald, plus an untitled Melvin tale with art by Fitzgerald. Also in this issue: Untitled Winnie the WAC tale with art by Fitzgerald; Block Busters activity half-pager; Khaki-Yaks half-pager by Irwin Hasen; Private Pete 1-pager by Henry Boltinoff; and 2-page text story "Linda A-Weigh!" 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

by John Brady, Roger Mincheff & Steven Perkins. Beyond any human justice, Besilov is hunted by his own kind and swears vengeance on the blood traitors who would put him back in chains. Investigating the most lethal case of his career and dangerously distracted by his cousin's disappearance, Baker searches for answers, not knowing it's already too late! Cover price $2.99.

Cover pencils by Steve Purcell, inks by Sam de la Rosa. Meugot's Keep, script by David Michelinie, pencils by Steve Purcell, inks by Sam de la Rosa; Cody discovers in the spiritual realm what is necessary to become a hero; But can he endure the sacrifice that must be made? 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

When things are at their grimmest, when it seems there's no hope and none of the big name super-star super-heroes are around to help you, who you gonna call? Why, just dial 555-HERO and you'll be in touch with Hero Hotline. They're the newest team of super-stars in the firmament of the DC Universe, and a finer bunch of good guys you couldn't hope to meet. Hotshot...Private Eyes...Mister Muscle...Diamondette...Microwavabelle...these are just a few of the members of the most unusual gang of heroes in town, and they're always there when you need them. HERO HOTLINE is a unique blend of drama, humor and heroics...but what else would you expect from the imagination of writer Bob Rozakis and penciller Stephen DeStefano, the team that brought you 'MAZING MAN? Joining Rozakis and DeStefano is inker Kurt Schaffenberger. Cover by DeStefano and Karl Kesel. New Format. Cover price $1.75.

No polybag. Interview with Jim Lee; interview with Dave Sim; Tom DeFalco discusses Fantastic Four; Carl Potts discusses Heavy Hitters line; 'From Pencils To Inks' column by Mark A. Nelson; 'The Final Word!' page written by Michael Davis Cover price $3.95.

Polybagged. Cover price $3.95.

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Volume 3. Spanish language edition. Pages 101-120. "Conspiracion" ("Conspiracy"). 9" x 12", 20 pages, full color, standard paper stock.

Second Printing Variant Cover by HARVEY TOLIBAO Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING Penciled by BRAD WALKER In the aftermath of Shadowland, Marvel's greatest street heroes - Punisher, Moon Knight, Shroud, Elektra, Paladin, Silver Sable, Ghost Rider, Iron Fist, Falcon, Misty Knight and more - leap into one all-new series! Who has brought these dangerous loners into one fighting force? How is this network different from all other teams? Who is their first target, and what mysteries wait for them? Discover the answers and enter the action on Marvel's mean streets, courtesy of fan-favorite writers Dan Abnett & Andly Lanning (THE THANOS IMPERATIVE, PUNISHER: YEAR ONE) and artist Brad Walker (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY)! 40 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Variant Cover by HARVEY TOLIBAO Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING Penciled by BRAD WALKER Starring Ghost Rider and Silver Sable! Hello, hero...are you for hire? Can you stop the distribution of lethal combat weapons on the streets of America's cities? What happens if the weapons are cursed? Can you fight a demonic force? Who are you going to call for help? Howzabout...Silver Sable, Paladin, Misty Knight, Satanna and....Ghost Rider? The non-stop action and the mysterious shadowplay continues in this smash new street level book from the creative team that changed the face of Marvel Cosmic! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Stories and art by Frank Frazetta, Ed Moore, Phil Berube, Harold A. Moore, Sam Burlockoff, Mike Roy and John Belfi. Non-fiction comics featuring true tales of heroism from everyday people and courage on the battlefield. A teen saves his brother when their car stalls on train tracks; A passerby risks his life to save three boys caught in rushing waters; A classic Boy Scouts PSA featuring early art by fantasy and comics legend Frank Frazetta. Unbelievable Heroism; Gallantly Gives Life!; Surprise; Hill 812 And Hill - Charles Robert!; The Stubborn Sergeant; Gave His Life to Save Lives; Going Home; Hill 528; Korea Crackup; His Friend Came First; The Supreme Sacrifice; Heroic Brother Cheats Death; 8 Year Old Man; Wall Of Water; National Boy Scouts of America Jamboree 1953. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Painted cover by Harvey Fuller. Stories and art by Frank Frazetta, Bill Walton, Robert Peterson, and Mike Roy. Non-fiction comics featuring true tales of heroism from everyday people and courage on the battlefield. Sgt. Wolfe receives the Silver Star for rescuing two men from a mine field, featuring early art by fantasy and comics legend Frank Frazetta/ A teen rescues a friend who falls off a cliff during a hiking trip. Two men save girls who are in danger of drowning. Stranded in a Mine Field; Man vs; Mines; The Trap; Offensive Defensive; Marine with Machine Gun; The Hero of Triangle Hill; The Battle for Life; Mountain Mishap; Teamwork; Remarkable Rescue; Through the Valley of Death. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover: Franco Urru, Writers: F. P. Barbieri, Dennis Mallonee, Artists: Franco Urru, Rick Hoberg, Tim Burgard. Don't miss the first issue of HEROIC SPOTLIGHT. That's Heroic Publishing's new showcase title, where they're planning to shine the spotlight on new projects by some very talented creators! In this first fabulous issue of HEROIC SPOTLIGHT, the spotlight falls on none other than the demonic temptress, DARK MALICE! Writer F. P. Barbieri and artist Franco Urru delve into the mysteries of the demon goddess who brought about the destruction of Olympus and challenged a world! Also in this issue: Chapter One in the legend of INDIGO is told once more, by Dennis Mallonee, Rick Hoberg, and Tim Burgard. FC, 32 pgs. Cover price $4.99.

Stiletta now has super-powers (as the Blonde Spitfire!) and it will take more than just a bowie knife for Hex to stop her rampage. The Dogs of War saga continues! Written by Michael Fleisher, with art and cover by Mark Texeira and Carlos Garzon. Cover price $0.75.

"War with the Xxggs!" It's Hex's time to howl when he and the fearsome Dogs of War become unlikely allies in the battle against the Xxgg Liquidation Team. Written by Michael Fleisher, with art and cover by Keith Giffen and Carlos Garzon. Cover price $0.75.

Written by Michael Alan Nelson. Art by Dan Mora. Cover by Emma Rios. After unwittingly unleashing Yves from the Empty Garden, there's only one place Lucifer can go to set things right…and that's the Shade itself. And as Lucifer traverses the underworld in search for a cure, Val and Raina become pawns in a much larger game… 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

WRITTEN BY SCOTT LOBDELL; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores May 1. Cliffhanger's latest action-packed series! Can you imagine a more romantic place to die than Paris, the City of Lights, in the final days of World War II? Watch as U.S. Army officer Nick Highroad and the diminutive British actor Sir Arthur Bombridge come to the rescue of the beauty known only as Sloan, a woman of ill repute who insists she's Hitler's beloved former mistress! Not that anyone is doubting her, now that she's being dragged screaming across the rooftops of Paris by an elite squad of Nazi ninjas known as the Brotherhood of the Iron Cross! FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Stories and art by Shannon Denton and Kurt Hathaway. Cover by Shannon Denton. An anthology featuring adventure stories in a variety of classic genres: supernatural Western, fantasy, espionage and underwater action. A former Texas Ranger battles demons with his six-guns as the immortal Shotgun Kid; the Giant Fighters defend humanity from the War Priests in a technological future; the S.E.A. Force patrols the worlds oceans; special agent Jennifer St. John runs the IMF-style Danger Squad. The Shotgun Kid; Giant Fighters; S.E.A Force; Danger Squad. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

Written by Mike Carey. Art by Peter Gross. Cover by Yuko Shimizu. The creators behind The Unwritten, Mike Carey and Peter Gross, invite you into The Highest House, the story of a slave boy named Moth, who makes friends with a powerful entity called Obsidian that promises advancement and happiness. Clearly, Obsidian has a hidden agenda, but Moth has ambitions and plans of his own... * From the creators of The Unwritten, which was twice nominated for the Hugo Award! * Series covers by award-winning illustrator Yuko Shimizu! 32 pages, full color. 8 1/2-in x 11-in. Cover price $4.99.

(W) Ian Edginton (A) Francesco Trifogli (CA) Greg Tocchini Buried underground in the city of ghosts, Prosper must make the toughest decision of her life. Meanwhile, the knives are out as the assassins move in on Queen Telsche and Malachi, the Red Knight. Cover price $2.99.

Written by Ian Edginton. Art by Francesco Trifogli. Cover by Greg Tocchini. There's no place to hide for Jon and Prosper when the Graf Orlock and the Vampire Nation are hot for their blood. Meanwhile, there's a seismic shift of power amongst the Sidhe. Long live Queen Tersia! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Story, Art, and Cover by Ed Piskor. Hip Hop Family Tree Two-In-One by Ed Piskor is the perfect introduction and bridge to Piskor's fun and crtitically acclaimed 5 volume book series! This full-color comic book offers two self-contained stories form Hip Hop Family Tree Volumes 1 & 2 as well as new guest pin-ups and content just for FCBD! Lovingly produced and designed in homage to Marvel Comic's beloved Marvel Two-In-One-Make mine Hip Hop! 32 pages, full color.

Cover art by Lou Fine. Origin of Hercules, art by Dan Zolnerowich; After Joe Hercules' mother dies of a heart attack, Joe goes after the unscrupulous banker who caused it. The Plot To Sink the ARKIAN starring X-5 Super Agent, script by Will Eisner [as Cary Weyt], art by Charles Sultan. Clock of Doom starring Jack and Jill, art by Leonard Frank. Origin of the Red Bee; Assistant DA Rick Raleigh takes on the corrupt political bosses at City Hall, armed only with his pet bee, Michael. Origin of the Strange Twins, art by Alex Blum; 25 years ago, Sin Chow kidnapped one of the sons of Neville Strange and raised him in his den of pirates. Neutrality Patrol, script and art by Klaus Nordling. The Triple Train Wreck Robbery, art by Munson Paddock. The Tale of the Haunted Inn, art by Pierre Winters; debut of The Old Witch, who is similar to the Old Witch who narrated EC comics horror tales, which debuted ten years later. Origin of Neon the Unknown, art by Alex Blum. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Lou Fine. "A Dream of Riverboats," art by Reed Crandall; With the river risen to flood stage, six Mississippi River flatboat pirates attack the houseboat of two trappers, throw them overboard, and steal a cargo of pelts; Joe Hercules spots this and gets to work being heroic. "Guilty!", art by Al Bryant; Betty Bates versus Jake Rilling, Joe Rilling and their gang. "The Bread World" one-page story starring Dan Tootin, script and art by Jack Cole. "The Revenge of Limehouse Lew," script by S. M. Iger, art by Alex Blum; Rodney Strange and Douglas Strange versus Limehouse Lew. "The Foreign Recruiters" starring Bob and Swab," script and art by Klaus Nordling. "The Poisoners" starring Lion Boy, art by Henry Kiefer. "Hammond's Milk Racket," script by Toni Blum, art by Witmer Williams (as Clark Williams); The Red Bee versus D. J. Hammond and his gang. "The Ghost of the Clipper Ship" starring The Old Witch, art by George Appel. "Is This Sabotage?", script by S. M. Iger, art by Alex Blum; Neon returns to the United States amid a rash of kidnappings and sabotage perpetrated by the treacherous Dr. Marko, who worked with Indians. "Shot In the Dark" text article by Toni Blum (as Tony Boone). "Assignment: Lisbon" starring G-5 Super Agent, art by George Appel. "Mission To Uranex" starring Blaze Barton, art by Maurice Gutwirth. "The Yellow Shirts" starring Don Glory, art by Arthur Peddy. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Reed Crandall. The Deadly Scheme of Dr. Bork, art by Max Elkan; Dr. Bork plans to start an epidemic by infecting the milk supply, and they stand to make a fortune since they've cornered the supply of the treatment serum. Dan Tootin humor page by Jack Cole [as Ralph Johns]. Mail Duty starring Bob and Swab, script and art by Klaus Nordling. Murder's Last Act starring Betty Bates, art by Al Bryant. The Spy Snatchers, script and art by George Brenner [as Wayne Reid]; FBI Chief Weever asks the Ghost to deliver sensitive documents to the War Department, which he does.....but only after battling a German brute, who was a giant with near superhuman strength. The Elevator Murders starring Red Bee, script by Witmer Williams [as B. H. Apiary], art by Witmer Williams. The Photo Hunters starring Lion Boy, art by Henry Kiefer. The War Games That Weren't Games starring Don Glory, art by Arthur Peddy. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Gill Fox. Make-Up For Murder, art by Max Elkan. Case of the Cat's Skeleton, art by Al Bryant. Peanuts and Spies starring Bob and Swab, script and art by Klaus Nordling. War! starring Comet Kelly, script and art by Vernon Henkel. The Silken Gang War starring Red Bee, script by Witmer Williams [as B. H. Apiary], art by Witmer Williams. Dan Tootin humor page by Jack Cole. Prisoner of Von Kimmel, script and art by George Brenner [as Wayne Reid]; Despite the menace of the Japanese after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Ghost battles the Nazi menace and even sings the lyrics from a 1940 song, "I Am an American." Totoya Adventure starring the Strange Twins, script by S. M. Iger, art by Alex Blum. The Coming of Captain Flagg, script by Toni Blum [as Anthony Blum], art by Alex Koda. The Swordfish Strikes, art by Fred Guardineer. Bout With the Vichy French starring Don Glory, art by Arthur Peddy. 68 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Bryant. The City of Silence; When Mr. Keeper's radio appears to gives out on him, he and Kid Eternity visit the Earth, only to discover that a madman has invented a way to silence everything so that he can accomplish his crimes. The Corpse In the Delivery Chute starring Betty Bates. The Tiger Is Loose starring Egbert and the Count, art by Ernie Hart. The Cornfed County Fair starring Big Brother. The $10,000 Dog starring Her Highness, art by Janice Valleau. Search For E. T. Wicks starring Bob and Swab, art by Janice Valleau. Dan Tootin humor page by Jack Cole. Professor Piffle's Pills of Knowledge starring Marmaduke Mouse, script and art by Ernie Hart. 60 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Al Bryant. Kid Eternity Battles Mr. Keeper; While False Face is acquitted the Kid tries to frame him against Keep's orders. Murder At Farnes Manor starring Betty Bates. Ghost Story starring Egbert and the Count, art by Ernie Hart. Movie Stars starring Big Brother, pencils by Charles Tomsey, inks by Pete Riss. Prison Break starring Bob and Swab, art by Janice Valleau [as Ginger]. Dan Tootin humor page by Jack Cole. Pet Dog starring Marmaduke Mouse, art by Ernie Hart. 60 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Harvey Tolibao. (W) Ralph Tedesco. (A) Sami Kivela. The hit list grows as more members of the Brown House Bishops fall to a mysterious crew of assassins. But a monkey wrench is thrown into the mix as Rian continues to play with fire. The acclaimed, heart-pounding, fast-paced action/thriller series from Zenescope Entertainment continues! Cover price $2.99.

Wizard World Austin Exclusive Cover by Jamie Tyndall and Ulma Mos - Limited to 500 copies. (W) Ralph Tedesco. (A) Sami Kivela. The hit list grows as more members of the Brown House Bishops fall to a mysterious crew of assassins. But a monkey wrench is thrown into the mix as Rian continues to play with fire. The acclaimed, heart-pounding, fast-paced action/thriller series from Zenescope Entertainment continues!

(W) Ralph Tedesco (A) Sami Kivela (CA) Vincenzo Cucca Cody and Bale must make a difficult decision about the unhinged Rian as Will and Dominic are tasked with finishing the job that they started. But is Brown House a step ahead of them? Don't miss the epic overs-sized conclusion to one of the most action-packed, high octane comic titles of the season! Cover price $4.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by Leandro Fernandez (W) Mark Millar (A) John Romita From Marvel Comics. Hit-Girl spins off into her own blood-soaked series by the sales-busting creative team of Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. This story takes place between Kick-Ass Volumes 1 and 2 as Mindy McCready tries to settle into life as a regular school-girl, but wants nothing more than to be dispensing hot justice to the scum of New York City. Her mother and step-father think she's doing her homework, but in reality she's taken Kick-Ass on as her sidekick and is training him up to punch, shoot and stab ... just like Daddy would have wanted. Cover price $2.99.

Written by Jeff Lemire. Art and Cover by Eduardo Risso. HIT-GIRL'S IN CANADA.On the second stop of her crime-fighting world tour, Mindy is locked, loaded, and ready to seriously mess up some Canadians. JEFF LEMIRE and EDUARDO RISSO take on MARK MILLAR's psychotic, 12-year-old Hit-Girl as she unravels a drug trafficking operation in the frozen north-and leaves a trail of blood in her wake. 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

Written by DANIEL WAY Penciled by DALIBOR TALAJIC Cover by DAVE JOHNSON 'YEAR OF THE MONKEY,' PART 1 With the spirit of the Nameless Assassin compelling him toward his righteous revenge, Hit-Monkey has cut a bloody swatch through the ranks of General Sato's empire...only to hit a snag. Enter: Bullseye! What chance, if any, does our soulful simian stand against the super-powered assassin? But Hit-Monkey has two very important things going for him: one, no one yet knows that it's him rather than the Nameless Assassin who's behind the killings...and two: he's a monkey. 32 PGS./Parental Advisory Cover price $2.99.

Written by: Garth Ennis Pencils by: John McCrea. A Rage is Arkham Part 2 After last issue's finale, Tommy has to think quickly to escape arrest. Meanwhile the Mawzir begins to track Tommy for recruitment as an agent of the Lords of the Gun. With word out that Tommy has accepted the hit on the Joker, Tommy picks up a list of additional Arkham inmates with hits on their head. Even with Batman watching, Tommy manages to make his way into Arkham, but everything does not turn out as planned. Introducing Detective Deborah Tiegel. Cover price $2.25.

WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARRY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA. The unbelievably evil Isabella Peretti sends her murderous uncle Benito after Tommy, determined to settle the score for Men's Room Louie once and for all. As Tiegel struggles to save the wounded Tommy, the crew assembles at Noonan's for one final, bloody battle ? and Sean shows the new generation of hitmen how it's done. Very few shall walk away as "The Old Dog" nears its conclusion! FC, 32 PG." Cover price $2.50.

WRITTEN BY GARTH ENNIS; ART BY JOHN MCCREA AND GARRY LEACH; COVER BY MCCREA. The final story arc, "Closing Time," continues. Marc Navarone, the son of the late Johnny Navarone, prepares for his final confrontation with Tommy! Plus, Natt and McAllister learn the meaning of trust, as they do their best to locate Tommy and add firepower to his side. FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Hollywood has another serial killer, and the detective agency known as the Superstars must wade through the morass of show business to stop the killings. Written by Mark Evanier, with art by Dan Spiegle and Sergio Aragones. Cover by Dan Spiegle. Cover price $2.95.

By JIM ROHN. Book 8 of 10: "Rank & Files" Jerry gets the lowdown from Herr Lippmann, Max comes face to face with the mutant Grapeheads, and Larry confronts the powers that be on Homeworld in an issue that forces each of the brothers to reconsider and evaluate his own motivations and ethics. Cover price $2.25.

See - Captain Stone (1944) Holyoke One-shot for this issue Cover price $0.10.