Comic books May 1993

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KnightFall Part 1. The Mad Hatter invites Batman and Robin to a deadly tea party, while Bane contends with a nosy Film Freak in "Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Written by Doug Moench. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Beckett & Associates Signed Edition. Signed by Norm Breyfogle. Limited to 5000 copies. Includes numbered Beckett & Associates Certificate of Authenticity. KnightFall Part 1. The Mad Hatter invites Batman and Robin to a deadly tea party, while Bane contends with a nosy Film Freak in "Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Written by Doug Moench. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

Dynamic Forces Edition signed by artist Norm Breyfogle with certificate of authenticity. KnightFall Part 1. The Mad Hatter invites Batman and Robin to a deadly tea party, while Bane contends with a nosy Film Freak in "Crossed Eyes and Dotty Teas." KnightFall continues in Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Written by Doug Moench. Art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

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PLATINUM EDITION. Knightfall Part 1. Bane Appears. 36 Pages, Full Color.

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2nd printing. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

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3rd Printing. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

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KnightFall Part 3, continued from Detective Comics (1937- ) #659. Continuing the crossover in BATMAN and DETECTIVE COMICS that leads directly into BATMAN #500. Serial killer Mr. Zsasz is loose and Batman must brave the dark corridors of the Bates School for Women in search of him as Zsasz stalks both the school's residents and the exhausted Dark Knight. Continued in Detective Comics (1937- ) #660. Written by Doug Moench, with art by Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Kelley Jones. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

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36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.25.

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"Larceny, My Sweet." It's Batman vs. a bank-robbing Invisible Man. Based on Batman The Animated Series. Script by Kelley Puckett, pencils by Mike Parobeck, inks by Rick Burchett. Cover by Parobeck. Cover price $1.25.

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Turf, Part 2 of 2. With Batman apparently killed and Gordon's hands tied by departmental politics, the Brotherhood of the White Night goes forward with its plan for a truce that will unite every street gang in an all-out war against Gotham City's police force. Written by Steven Grant, with art and cover by Shawn McManus. Deluxe format. Cover price $1.75.

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Digest-sized. Written by Kelley Puckett. Art by Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett. Cover by Bruce Timm. Has Bruce Wayne finally found love? Meanwhile, a new vigilante in Gotham has Batman running in circles as he takes out members of a crime family, and when the Joker gets things get cranked up to eleven! The official comics adaptation of the Warner Bros. animated movie. 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 64 pages, full color.

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Part 2 of the 2-part "The Human Flea." Kadaver has captured and infected 50,000 fleas he intends to release on Gotham...unless Batman and the Human Flea can stop him in time. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Vince Giarrano. Painted cover by Brian Stelfreeze. New Format. Cover price $1.75.

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The BLOODLINES Summer Annual crossover event continues from Superman The Man of Steel Annual (1992) #2. The people of Gotham City and the Dark Knight alike are stunned by a series of savage, meaningless murders. When the otherworldly parasites descend upon Gotham High School to quench their insatiable needs, they find little resistance; but one of the parasites inadvertently creates the New Blood character Joe Public, and comes face to face with both Batman and this new hero who can absorb powers and strength from others. BLOODLINES continues in Flash (1987 2nd Series) Annual #6. Written by Alan Grant, with art by Trevor Von Eeden and Dick Giordano. Cover by Brian Stelfreeze. New Format. Cover price $3.50.

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Signed by Joe Quesada - 1st printing. Collects Batman: Sword of Azrael (1992) #1-4. Written by Dennis O'Neil. Art by Joe Quesada and Kevin Nowlan. BATMAN: SWORD OF AZRAEL depicts the origin of Jean Paul Valley, the man who one day replaces Bruce Wayne as Batman. The descendant of holy warriors, Jean Paul is forced into using his ancestral super powers and abilities to become Azrael, the avenging angel of an ancient cult. But when the Order of St. Dumas targets Batman, Azrael begins to question his life and duty. After working alongside the Dark Knight to defeat the deadly demon that threatens the ancient cult, Azrael turns his back on the Order and leaves to train under the tutelage of Batman. Softocver, 126 pages, full color. NOTE: Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 10,000 copies. Cover price $9.95.

Signed by Joe Quesada and Kevin Nowlan - 1st printing. Collects Batman: Sword of Azrael (1992) #1-4. Written by Dennis O'Neil. Art by Joe Quesada and Kevin Nowlan. BATMAN: SWORD OF AZRAEL depicts the origin of Jean Paul Valley, the man who one day replaces Bruce Wayne as Batman. The descendant of holy warriors, Jean Paul is forced into using his ancestral super powers and abilities to become Azrael, the avenging angel of an ancient cult. But when the Order of St. Dumas targets Batman, Azrael begins to question his life and duty. After working alongside the Dark Knight to defeat the deadly demon that threatens the ancient cult, Azrael turns his back on the Order and leaves to train under the tutelage of Batman. Softocver, 126 pages, full color. NOTE: Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 1,500 copies. Cover price $9.95.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20.

Written by Denny O'Neil. Art by Trevor Von Eeden, Russell Braun, and José Luis García-López.

BATMAN: VENOM illustrates that although Batman is a great hero, he is simply a human being underneath his costume.

When Batman fails to save the life of a young kidnapped girl because of his own physical limitations, he turns to a performance-enhancing drug to increase his strength and stamina. But when the highly addictive super-steroid strips the Dark Knight of his control and morality, he must find a way to free himself from its influence. Struggling with his addiction, Batman must choose between using the drug again or facing his own probable demise.

Softcover, 126 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Dynamic Forces edition signed by artist Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and limited to 2,000 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20.

Written by Denny O'Neil. Art by Trevor Von Eeden, Russell Braun, and José Luis García-López.

BATMAN: VENOM illustrates that although Batman is a great hero, he is simply a human being underneath his costume.

When Batman fails to save the life of a young kidnapped girl because of his own physical limitations, he turns to a performance-enhancing drug to increase his strength and stamina. But when the highly addictive super-steroid strips the Dark Knight of his control and morality, he must find a way to free himself from its influence. Struggling with his addiction, Batman must choose between using the drug again or facing his own probable demise.

Softcover, 126 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #16-20.

Written by Denny O'Neil. Art by Trevor Von Eeden, Russell Braun, and José Luis García-López.

BATMAN: VENOM illustrates that although Batman is a great hero, he is simply a human being underneath his costume.

When Batman fails to save the life of a young kidnapped girl because of his own physical limitations, he turns to a performance-enhancing drug to increase his strength and stamina. But when the highly addictive super-steroid strips the Dark Knight of his control and morality, he must find a way to free himself from its influence. Struggling with his addiction, Batman must choose between using the drug again or facing his own probable demise.

Softcover, 126 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

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Struggle 2: Iron Maiden Part 1: Awakening Heart - Story, Art and Cover by Yukito Kishiro. Alita is falling in love with a young boy, Yugo, who dreams of escaping to the utopian city in the sky. Even during a fight with a dangerous criminal, Alita can't stop daydreaming about him. As she wonders if it's right that she, with her cyborg body, has the right to love anyone, Alita discovers that Yugo is associated with a black market boss. What does this mean for her newfound love? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.75.

The Beatles Book (also known as Beatles Monthly) was a long-running fanzine produced by Beat Publications that was dedicated to the legacy of the incredible pop-culture phenomenon known as The Beatles. First published in August 1963, the magazine ran until production stopped with the 77th issue published in December,1969. It was revived in May, 1976, reprinting the first 77 issues with a few pages of added content. Beat Publications then continued producing new issues in October, 1982 until the publication ultimately ceased production with issue #321 printed in January, 2003. 6" x 8", 46 pages, B&W.

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Cover art by Mike Deodato, Jr. Once Upon a Time ... in the City of New York (Part 1), script by Cynthy J. Wood and David Campiti, art by Mike Deodato. Jr.; Attorney Catherine Chandler is attacked by criminals and left to die in Central Park, where she is found by Vincent, a powerful but sensitive man-beast with the facial features of a lion; He nurses her back to health. Based on the pilot script by Ron Koslow; continued in the next issue. Promises of Yesterday: A Short History article by Paula Vitaris and Peter Formaini. Based on the TV series. 32 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Bonus Poster Edition, comes with an enlarged poster reproduction of the painted cover. Cover art by Mike Deodato, Jr. Once Upon a Time ... in the City of New York (Part 1), script by Cynthy J. Wood and David Campiti, art by Mike Deodato. Jr.; Attorney Catherine Chandler is attacked by criminals and left to die in Central Park, where she is found by Vincent, a powerful but sensitive man-beast with the facial features of a lion; He nurses her back to health. Based on the pilot script by Ron Koslow; continued in the next issue. Promises of Yesterday: A Short History article by Paula Vitaris and Peter Formaini. Based on the TV series. 32 pgs. $3.95. Cover price $3.95.

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Bonus Poster Edition, but missing the poster. Cover art by Mike Deodato, Jr. Once Upon a Time ... in the City of New York (Part 1), script by Cynthy J. Wood and David Campiti, art by Mike Deodato. Jr.; Attorney Catherine Chandler is attacked by criminals and left to die in Central Park, where she is found by Vincent, a powerful but sensitive man-beast with the facial features of a lion; He nurses her back to health. Based on the pilot script by Ron Koslow; continued in the next issue. Promises of Yesterday: A Short History article by Paula Vitaris and Peter Formaini. Based on the TV series. 32 pgs. $3.95. Cover price $3.95.

Gold Foil Signed & Numbered Edition. Signed by Mike Deodato Jr. Limited to 4000 copies. Comes with Innovative Corp.'s Certificate of Authenticity. Cover art by Mike Deodato, Jr. Once Upon a Time ... in the City of New York (Part 1), script by Cynthy J. Wood and David Campiti, art by Mike Deodato. Jr.; Attorney Catherine Chandler is attacked by criminals and left to die in Central Park, where she is found by Vincent, a powerful but sensitive man-beast with the facial features of a lion; He nurses her back to health. Based on the pilot script by Ron Koslow; continued in the next issue. Promises of Yesterday: A Short History article by Paula Vitaris and Peter Formaini. Enlarged poster reproduction of the painted cover. Based on the TV series. 36 pgs.

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Stories and art by Dave Breger and others. Mort Walker's sad-sack soldier returns to comics in reprints of the old Charlton series. "Killer" Diller bets five bucks that nobody can make him laugh. Beetle is paranoid about leaving his girlfriend Mabel alone with so many soldiers around, and when he sees her slap a bee off a soldier, he assumes the worst. Sarge wages war on a rooster. Cookies Coo-Coos!; Sarge: The Awakening; Pest Control; Discharge Day; Fire Fighters; Sarge Strikes Again!; Help Wanted!; Routine Robot; The Vocal Consultant; Medic-Aid; Killer and Psychiatrist; Capt. Scabbard and Fire; Sarge & Rooster; Nice Boys Dont Fight; Whistler at Work! 52 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

1994 - 1st printing. Featuring a collection of the beloved British comic strip for that year! Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color.

Stories by Gary Carlson and Chris Ecker. Art by Chris Ecker, Don Simpson and Steve Adams. Cover by Angel Medina. Caliber/Gauntlet resurrects the cyborg character from short-lived Megaton Comics. In a future run by robots, cyborg Alexander Kirk struggles to regain his humanity. Backup story stars Ultiman, the Golden Age Superman tribute character later featured in Big Bang Comics. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Written by Mike Pellowski and Frank Doyle. Art by Dan DeCarlo and Alison Flood. Cover by Dan DeCarlo and Alison Flood. Veronica is using Reggie to make Archie sweat over whether she'll go with him to the dance. Mother Nature keeps ruining Veronica's expensive coiffures. All the boys are flipping over the sexy new Chemistry class substitute teacher and all the girls can't stand it. Veronica and Archie set a trap for a swindler using a phony chivalry line to swipe women's expensive coats. Recycling Plastic Containers public service announcement with the Archie gang, art by Bill Golliher. 36 pages, full color. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

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Written by Dan Parent and Bill Golliher. Art by Dan DeCarlo, Dan Parent, and Henry Scarpelli. Cover by Dan DeCarlo and Alison Flood. Veronica discovers a genie in an old lamp she bought and wishes for Archie to be her eternal slave. Betty and Veronica separately discover that the other has donated a gift given by them to a charity bazaar. Injured feelings ensue. As a balm for her lack of funds, Betty suggests the school dance be an "Out-Of-Style" dance, with outfits picked up at flea markets and used clothing stores. Editor Gorelick promotes Betty And Veronica #62. The Music Maker pinup of Betty by Dan DeCarlo and Alison Flood. PET Plastic Recycling ad with Archie and The Gang, art by Dan Parent and Rudy Lapick. 36 pages, full color. $1.25. Cover price $1.25.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

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#1 - includes 9 collectable caps featuring Punisher, Kingpin, Deathlok, Silver Sable, Death's Head and Jigsaw. Each Cap is 2-in. in diameter. Full Color. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $450.00 or Best Offer View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Verified Signature: Jim Shooter. (#817/1000). Commemorative Edition. Label #21-216AB64-006 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

Add to cart VF+ 8.5 $170.00 or Best Offer View scans Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Add to cart VF- 7.5 $108.00 View scans Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Special Commemorative Edition presented at the Sixth Annual Capital City Sales Conference 1993, limited to 1000 copies. Has a sheer overlay cover signed and numbered by Jim Shooter. Booklet contains teasers to the following Defiant titles: Plasm, The Good Guys, Dark Dominion, War Dancer, Charlemagne, and Prudence & Caution. Originally distributed with a gag letter and cloth gloves in an envelope, but listings will not include these pieces unless otherwise noted.

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Black Axe in Japan! Hand to hand with Sunfire! Black Axe's blade is repaired just in time to rescue Sunfire from the Hand. Written by Simon Jowett. Art by Edmund Perryman and Rod Ramos. Cover by John Romita, Jr. Cover price $1.75.

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Part 1 of the 2-part "Blynde Woman's Bluff." Klik is in the hospital, courtesy of Black Canary, and his sister Blynde is out for blood. And as bad as Klik is...Blynde is far worse. Written by Sarah E. Byam, with art by Trevor Von Eeden and Bob Smith. Cover by Von Eeden. New Format. Cover price $1.75.

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Final issue. In search of a runaway child, Condor flies to Gotham City and ends up trapped between the mob and Batman. Written by Brian Augustyn, with art by Rags Morales and Richard Space. Cover pencils by Morales. Cover price $1.25.

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Tech-9 and Holocaust engage in savage mortal combat over Syndicate leadership. Rob Chaplik learns what actually happened the night of the Big Bang. And Brickhouse learns that she isn't crazy when her worst nightmare confronts her. Written by Dwayne McDuffie and Ivan Velez, Jr., with art by James Fry and Andrew Pepoy. Cover price $1.50.

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Yellow variant cover by Joseph A. Zyskowski. Pride: The Story of Brian Reace. Story by Steven V. Zyskowski. Art by Terral Lawrence and Julius Jackson. After the first successful year of Bloodfire, this special commemorative origin issue reveals the early years of Brian Reace. Also includes a cover gallery of all 12 issues of Bloodfire. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $3.50.

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Red variant cover by Joseph A. Zyskowski. Pride: The Story of Brian Reace. Story by Steven V. Zyskowski. Art by Terral Lawrence and Julius Jackson. After the first successful year of Bloodfire, this special commemorative origin issue reveals the early years of Brian Reace. Also includes a cover gallery of all 12 issues of Bloodfire. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $3.50.

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Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $35.49 or Best Offer View scan Paper: White Slab: Scuffing on front of case Label #19-2A9BC1C-064 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by SlabSmart

Bloodshot yearns to discover his past, but he learns that you should be careful what you wish for... you might just get it...in "The Blood of Ages." Written by Kevin VanHook, with art by Don Perlin, Andrew Wendel and John Dixon. Characters: Benito Carboni; Bloodshot; Eternal Warriors (of 1993 and of 4002); Gino Canelli; Maria; Malev Emperor; Rentaro Nakadai. Cover by Don Perlin and Chris Ivy. Cover price $2.25.

"Sanctuary" written by Thomas Herzen with art by Rosy Chun. B&W, 24 pages, standard paper stock. Cover price $2.25.

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Story, art and cover by Charlie Wise. Lyssa, an ordinary modern woman, leads a double life as a pirate captain. Lyssa realizes she may soon be forced to choose between her modern life and her pirate existence. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Written by La Morris. Illustrated by David and Dan Day, Andrew Pepoy, Jeff Moy and Cory Carani. Cover by Jeff Moy and Cory Carani. 32 Pages, B&W. Mature Readers Only. Cover price $2.95.

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Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

Add to cart CGC 9.8 $49.95 or Best Offer View scans Paper: White Label #4045085009 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

Blood Brothers pt. 1. Story by Rob Liefeld, Marat Mychaels, and Eric Stephenson. Art by Marat Mychaels and Norm Rapmund. Continued from the Brigade mini-series. The Brigade team returns from their mission in outer space only to be blind-sided by Battlestone's past. Bloodstrike, the government's elite group of metas, has been sent to bring the outlaw team down. In the first few moments of the fight, Stasis is killed, Cold Snap is crippled, and Seahawk and Kayo are taken down. Things aren't looking good for the home-team. Guest-starring Bloodstrike. Story continues in Bloodstrike #2. 32 pages. Cover price $1.95.