Comic books October 1996

Balkans 1941

NOTE: Includes complete game.

Written by Nancy A. Collins with art by Stan Shaw. Mature readers. Full color. 32 pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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"So, Tell me About Superboy!" Story by Ron Marz. Art by Ramon Bernado and Doug Hazlewood. While Superboy fights for his life against King Shark, his friends engage in a tell all interview about the Teen of Steel's life. This issue is a great jumping on point for new readers. NOTE: Originally came polybagged with a magazine which may or may not be present. Cover price $1.95.

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House Rules: Part 2 of 4 - "This Ain't No Party!" Story by Karl Kesel and Steve Mattsson. Art by Paul Pelletier and Dan Davis. When Superboy discovered the Event Horizon he thought he had found the never-ending party. He'll soon learn that there is more to this group than meets the eye. 32 pages, FC Cover price $1.95.

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Buzz forces Linda to relive some brutal memories, while Supergirl stands (or flies) between Chakat and his dimensional crossing in "Cat's Paw." Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Written by Peter David. Art & cover by Gary Frank & Cam Smith. Cover price $1.95.

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Direct Edition featuring a Teen Titans 1st issue preview. The Bottle City! Part 3 of 3. "Sacrifice for a Superman!" Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. Story continued from Superman: The Man of Steel #60. Tolos is back. And this time the Man of Steel will do everything within his power to see that the citizens of the Bottled City of Kandor are freed. Cover price $1.95.

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Newsstand Edition, does not feature the Teen Titans 1st issue preview. The Bottle City! Part 3 of 3. "Sacrifice for a Superman!" Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. Story continued from Superman: The Man of Steel #60. Tolos is back. And this time the Man of Steel will do everything within his power to see that the citizens of the Bottled City of Kandor are freed. Cover price $1.95.

Titan Books Edition - 1st printing. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #49-50, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #472-473, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #659-660, and Starman (1988-1992 1st Series) #28. Written by Roger Stern, Jerry Ordway, and Dan Jurgens. Art by Jerry Ordway, Dan Jurgens, Bob McLeod, Dave Hoover, Kerry Gammill, Curt Swan, John Byrne, Brett Breeding, Dennis Janke, Art Thibert, and Scott Hanna. A dying Lex Luthor unleashes his ultimate scheme to destroy the Man of Steel. Exposing Superman to Red Kryptonite, the arch villain renders the Last Son of Krypton powerless. Has the diabolical Luther finally won, or, even without his super-human powers, can Metropolis' greatest champion find a way to win in the end? Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Losin' It - Written by Louise Simonson. Art and Cover by Jon Bogdanove & Dennis Janke. Superman takes on Riot, a new villain with startling powers. Plus, the Last Son of Krypton and Professor Hamilton head for the Antarctic Fortress of Solitude on a mission to save the bottle city! 32 pages, full color. (Note: Originally came polybagged with a supplement. May or may not be bagged when purchased.) Cover price $1.95.

Add to cart NM 9.4 $6.00

Add to cart NM 9.4 $6.00

Elseworlds. In a world where Superman rocketed to Earth in 1938, Clark Kent has hardly aged a day by 1996, while his beloved Lois Lane has watched herself grow older with each passing year, with the gulf between immortal man and mortal woman ever widening. But when Lois gets the chance to obtain her heart's desire, she finds herself transformed by the power of ancient gods into the Man of Steel's perfect mate--a Wonder Woman whose life and love will endure as long as Superman's. Writer Chris Claremont is joined by artists Dusty Abell and Drew Geraci for an Elseworlds miniseries that may well prove to be the ultimate Superman love story. FC, 48 pg. Prestige Format. Cover price $4.95.

Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $7.00

Supreme visits the Citadel Supreme to get some answers, only to encounter a secretive Supremeton in "Obscured By Clouds". Script by Alan Moore, pencils by Joe Bennett, Rick Veitch and Dan Jurgens, inks by Norm Rapmund and Veitch. Letters column includes fan letter by comics columnist Augie De Blieck, Jr. Stephen Platt cover. Cover price $2.50.

Trial by Fire: Part 6 of 6 - Written by Mark Millar. Art by Philip Hester and Kim DeMulder. Cover by John Totleben. An era comes to a close with the series finale! Swamp Thing reaches his ultimate evolution, bids farewell to a part of himself, and is beckoned by the final Parliament. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.25.

Add to cart Fine $4.49

Add to cart Fine $4.49

Homecoming - Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by Aaron Lopresti & Jordi Ensign. Cover by Aaron Lopresti & Gary Martin. The adventures of Highfather's human "Source Elemental" continue: Takion refuses to complete his mission to cleanse the Source when he learns that the only way to accomplish it is cold-blooded murder. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.75.

1st printing. By Digby Diehl. This volume takes a look at the horror classic Tale from the Crypt in all its guises - Comics, magazines, television, and movies. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 254 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

No Dust Jacket - 1st printing. By Digby Diehl. This volume takes a look at the horror classic Tale from the Crypt in all its guises - Comics, magazines, television, and movies. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 254 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing softcover. By Digby Diehl. This volume takes a look at the horror classic Tale from the Crypt in all its guises - Comics, magazines, television, and movies. Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 254 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing. Euroclydon's Tale part five, chapter seven, "Heart of Darkness" written by Tim Kierschke with art by Michael Scott Wooley. B&W, 32 pages, standard paper stock. Cover price $2.50.

Volume 17 - 1st printing. Collects Tarzan newspaper strips from 1948-1949. Stories by Rob Thompson and Burne Hogarth, plus an introduction by Robert B. Barrett. Art by Burne Hogarth, plus an art assist by Al Williamson. Cover by Burne Hogarth. Some of the last Hogarth Tarzan strips, a few of which feature an art assist by legendary EC artist Al Williamson. The conclusion of Tarzan on the Island of Mua-Ao; Part 1 of Tarzan and the Ononoes. Hardcover, 10 1/2-in. x 14-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $37.50.

1st printing. By R.A. Salvatore. Based ont he teleplay by Burt Arums. Only Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle, can hope to stop the flood of creatures whose one goal is bloodthirsty conquest. But even Tarzan may fall prey tot he talons of Mora, the ruthless and seductive Queen of the Mahars. from the author of The Crystal Shard and The Dark Elf Trilogy. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 280 pages, Text Only. Cover price $10.00.

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A de-aged Ray Palmer (the Atom) stumbles onto a plot by the alien H'San Natall to abduct three powerful teens in "Titans Children". Part 1 of 3, continued next issue. Script and pencils by Dan Jurgens, inks by George Perez. Letters column includes profile of the Atom. Jurgens/Perez cover. Cover price $1.95.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition - Signed by Dan Jurgens and George Perez. Limited to 400 copies. Titans Children: Part 1 of 3 - Written by Dan Jurgens. Art and cover by Dan Jurgens and George Perez. A de-aged Ray Palmer (the Atom) stumbles onto a plot by the alien H'San Natall to abduct three powerful teens! Letters column includes profile of the Atom. 24 pages, full color. NOTE: MUST have Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Cover price $1.95.

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Add to cart Fine $5.30

The resurrection of Donatello. Last seen paralyzed with a crushed shell, Don returns as a walking weapon, covered from head to toe with organic armor! As all out war wages between his brothers and the forces of Warlord Komodo, the most mechanically minded of the Turtles returns--as a living machine! And you'll never believe whose side he's on! Written by Gary Carlson. Pencils by Frank Fosco. Cover by Frank Fosco and Erik Larsen. B/W 24 pg. Cover price $1.95.

Issue 7 - October 1996. Magazine providing television series profiles and episode guides, with interviews and other special features. Softcover, 8" x 10.5", 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

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Trouble ensues when Big Lil springs her thugs from behind bars in the ultimate prison break. Meanwhile, things really heat up as Mayor Huxley gets trapped in a steam room and Charity finds a new love interest. Plus, B.B. applies for a job, and "Kid Gloves," a retired boxing champion-turned-janitor, is introduced. Written by Dean Motter. Art by Michael Lark. Painted cover by Dean Motter. Mature Readers. FC, 32 pg. Rebax Format. Cover price $2.50.

Written by Steve Utley. Art by Doug Potter. "The Land Before Time: The 3-D Adventure" is a Land Before Time comic book released before the fourth movie. It features the Prehistoric Pals meeting an Archaeopteryx named Avie. 6 1/2-in. x 10-in., 3-D. Cover price $3.95.

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Cover pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Jimmy Palmiotti. "From the Depths Chapter One," script by Danny Fingeroth, pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Jimmy Palmiotti; Teenager Steve Kane is framed for the murder of his girlfriend Jennifer; In prison, Steve is almost killed by the Power when they try to use him in an experiment, but Big John sacrifices himself to save Steve; Dying, John transfers a skull-shaped tattoo to Steve's hand, transforming Steve into the superhuman Skul; Escaping prison, Steve is pursued by the Power and another superhuman called Silver Kiss, but Silver Kiss reaches him first and recaptures him. Biographies of Danny Fingeroth, Ron Lim & Jimmy Palmiotti, pencils by Ron Lim, inks by Jimmy Palmiotti. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart Fine $3.60

Add to cart Fine $3.60

Bitten, Smitten...What's the Difference? Story, art and cover by Matt Howarth. The savage misadventures of the infinitely-regenerating, dimension-hopping, violent reprobates Ron and Russ Post. Ron encounters a horde of vampires who manage to decapitate him, which just ticks him off. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Story by Christopher Golden. Art by Albert Debnam and Eric Powell. Cover by Rafael Garres. A radically different take on the Norse god Thor. Thor tracks the dark elves that captured him, and learns that they are planning Ragnarok, the foretold end of the world. Features an early inking job by Powell, later the celebrated creator of The Goon. 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Regular cover by Ken Lashley. Story by Ken Lashley and Russ Tinkess. Art by Ken Lashley. Martial arts meets metaphysical superheroics in a Hong Kong-style action drama. Joseph and his father are trapped in the web of King Citys underworld crime families. But then Josephs father finds the key to releasing Tiyu, the Jade Dragon. It might mean escape from the grip of the crimelord Easue - but first they must face the triple threat of Sage, the White Sash; Kataro, the Red Serpent; and Rashnu, the Hammer of Allah. 24 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.95.

Limited Edition virgin cover by Ken Lashley, numbered and limited to 1500 copies. Story by Ken Lashley and Russ Tinkess. Art by Ken Lashley. Martial arts meets metaphysical superheroics in a Hong Kong-style action drama. Joseph and his father are trapped in the web of King Citys underworld crime families. But then Josephs father finds the key to releasing Tiyu, the Jade Dragon. It might mean escape from the grip of the crimelord Easue - but first they must face the triple threat of Sage, the White Sash; Kataro, the Red Serpent; and Rashnu, the Hammer of Allah. Includes certificate of authenticity from Entity Comics. 24 pages, Full Color.

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All about Action Figure collecting, the art of Charlee Flatt Cover price $5.95.

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Leading the upcoming release of Kenner's new line of Total Justice action figures, DC presents a new 3-issue Justice League adventure starring the characters featured in the first wave of figures! When Robin discovers a doomsday device activating off the American east coast, he calls in the Justice League to avert a global catastrophe! But when the League arrives, the device's emanations negate the heroes' super-powers! Written by Christopher Priest. Art by Ramon Bernado and Dick Giordano. Cover by Ramon Bernado and Cam Smith. FC, 32 pg. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

In this issue: FAO Schwarz and G.I. Joe - the right stuff for fall 1996! Plus: Playmates to release Star Trek: First Encounter figures. Also: Interview with a toy inventor. And: 1996 Starting Lineup Timeless Legends. Plus: Transformers 1990 Part 1. Cover price $4.95.

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Written by Paul dini. Art by Bill Morrison and Tim Bavington. Cover by Bill Morrison. Sideshow Bob is transformed into a horrendous blob who wants to destroy all of Springfield. Written by Peter Bagge. Art by Stephanie Gladden and Tim Bavington. Lisa is possessed by the spirit of the pop star Madonna and Marge is desperate for help. Peter Bagge comments on not being able to watch horror movies. Based on The Simpsons TV show. 52 pages, full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Australian Edition. Cover price $8.00.

Australian Edition. Cover price $8.00.

October 5, 1996. Cover: Jay Leno. Inside: Lily Tomlin; Leno article/interview; Tim McCarver; "60 Minutes" report by P.J. O'Roarke; Christine Taylor; Al Franken and Christopher Buckley columns. Cover price $1.19.

October 12, 1996. Cover: Robyn Lively, Shannon Sturges, and Jamie Luner ("Savannah." Inside: Evening News; "Relativity"; Mitch Pileggi ("The X-Files"); "Savannah"; Barbara Taylor Bradford; Chris Hardwick; Renee O'Connor ("Xena") news and photo. Cover price $1.19.

Cover: Brooke Shields. October 19, 1996. Inside: Shields interview; Melissa Joan Hart; Psycho Men; "ER"; interview with Bill Clinton and Bob Dole; "Babylon 5" news and photo. Cover price $1.19.

October 26, 1996. Parents' Guide to Kids' TV. Cover price $1.19.

October 19, 1996. Cover: Lance Henriksen of "Millennium." Inside: Henriksen; "Millennium"; "The X-Files"; Ken Finkleman's "Newsroom"; Drew Carey; Andre Braugher news; "Xena" news. NOTE: Many Canadian TV Guides have a wavy quality caused during the printing process. We do not count this as a defect. Cover price $1.10.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

William Graham (X-Files), Andreas Katsulas (Babylon 5), Neverwhere, Sherlock Holmes, David Marciano (Due South), Rosalind Chao (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine), Doctor Who. Cover price $4.95.