Comic books May 1998

NOTE: All Text is in Spanish - 2nd and later printings. By Matt Groening. An activity book featuring the colorful citizens of Springfield! Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, full color.

NOTE: All Text is in Spanish.

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

Add to cart Near Mint $16.95

1st printing. Story and art by Jack Jackson. Cover by Samuel Yeates. Lost Cause: The True Story of Famed Texas Gunslinger John Wesley Hardin tells the tale of one of the most famous gunfighters in Texas history. Known as both hero and villain, Hardin is reported to have killed twenty-three men including Carpetbaggers, Federal soldiers, and Indians. Still relevant today - Bob Dylan wrote a song about him and two Texas towns fought a legal battle over where Hardin would be buried. Follow a gripping true story that spans over forty years in nineteenth century Texas. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. X 11-in., 64 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $16.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Jack Jackson. Cover by Samuel Yeates. Lost Cause: The True Story of Famed Texas Gunslinger John Wesley Hardin tells the tale of one of the most famous gunfighters in Texas history. Known as both hero and villain, Hardin is reported to have killed twenty-three men including Carpetbaggers, Federal soldiers, and Indians. Still relevant today - Bob Dylan wrote a song about him and two Texas towns fought a legal battle over where Hardin would be buried. Follow a gripping true story that spans over forty years in nineteenth century Texas. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. X 11-in., 64 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Good $2.50

Written by Brian McDonald. Art by Gordon Purcell and Terry Pallot. Cover by Gary Erskine and Gordon Purcell. The mysterious lizard creature forces the Robinsons to abandon the Jupiter 2 and camp out on an alien world. All seems lost until Don West comes up with a plan that just might get them their ship back. Brian McDonald, writer of the Abe Sapien one-shot Drums of the Dead, and Gordon Purcell (Star Trek: Generations and Topps' X-Files) continue the action-packed sequel to the updated Lost in Space film. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Translated by Antonio Honduras. Art by Akira Gatjaw. 36 pages, B&W, Adults Only. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Story, art and cover by Ted Nomura. Sometimes listed as Families of Altered Wars #52. In this alternate-history world, the Axis powers succeeded in extending the war into 1946, allowing artists Nomura and company to create fanciful jet fighters and other aircraft as part of Hitlers Luftwaffe air force. While the newly formed Luftpanzer division prepares to attack Madagascar, Mika Oberlicht shows Hitler the recently-discovered "humanoid" remains. The mystery seems to involve the new saucer fleets strange time-warping capabilities. Projekt Saucer, Part 5. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart NM 9.4 $18.00 View scan	Add to cart NM- 9.2 $13.00	Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00	Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00
Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $7.00	Add to cart VG 4.0 $4.00

ENGINES OF DESTRUCTION, BOOK TWO. Featuring Cable! The true identity of Bastion was exposed in last month's Cable (1993 1st Series) Annual #1998, and now it's time for the full story of his mind-blowing origin! Written by Michael Higgins and Karl Bollers. Art by Martin Egeland and Howard M. Shum. Wraparound painted cover by Ariel Olivetti. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Very Good $4.00

Add to cart Very Good $4.00

Cover by Mick McGinty (with illustrated border by Angelo Torres). Stories and art by Drew Friedman, Al Jaffee, Dick DeBartolo, Anthony Barbieri and Bill Wray, Mike Snider, David Shayne and Joe Raiola, Don (Duck) Edwing, Brian Farrelly and Sean Farrelly, Russ Cooper, Desmond Devlin, Andy Rheingold and Scott Sonneborn, John Prete, Mort Drucker, James Kirkland, Sam Viviano, Marshall Vandruff, Stephen Ray, Timothy Shamey, Rick Tulka, Hermann Mejia, Tom Bunk, Kevin Pope, Peter Kuper, Dave Berg, and Sergio Aragones. Parodies of the movie Titanic and reality show Cops, featuring art by Sam Viviano and noted caricaturist Drew Friedman. Plus fans' letters to Hanson, with art by Mort Drucker. The future of body art after tattoos and piercings become passe. Mad's totally unbiased comparison of MadTV and Saturday Night Live. A magazine for teen moms going to Prom. Mad's takes on student loans, Las Vegas, and Generation X. Melvin & Jenkins, Monroe, Lighter Side strips by Dave Berg, Marginals by Sergio Aragones, and Spy vs. Spy. Trypanic; White House Internship Official Application; Monroe &... Space Camp; Prom Mom Magazine; The Generation X-Files; A Tomb with a View; A Mad Look at Las Vegas; A Mad Guide to Who's Who Outside the Today Show Window; Body Modification Trends of the Future; How Many Bimbos Can You Find in this Oval Office Picture?; MadTV vs. Saturday Night Live - The Score So Far; Mad Examines the High Costs of Education; Letters to Hanson; Melvin & Jenkins' Guide to Party Going; Spy vs. Spy; COPieS; Mad Pop-Off Video; Mad's Celebrity Cause-Of-Death Betting Odds; Fold-In; Absolut Saddam. 8.5-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart VG 4.0 $4.00

Written by Desmond Devlin. A full-color, all-new special! The Usual Gang of Idiots turn it up to eleven and bring the music industry to its knees. With an unexpected combination of high technology and lowbrow humor, this one's got everything you'd expect from a video/music channel and more (presented without commercial interruption). It's 48 pages slamming your favorite music videos, including those of Puff Daddy, Aerosmith, Spice Girls, Dr. Dre, Madonna, Soundgarden, Alanis Morissette, Michael Jackson, Hanson, Will Smith and more! Shocking stuff they'll never pop up on VH1! FC, Miraweb Format. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Good $2.50

Volume 94, Issue 5 - May, 1998 - Whole No 562. Softcover. 5-in. x 7-in., 164 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations). Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart VF- 7.5 $7.49

"Crucible!" Written by Mike Grell. Art by Pop Mhan and Norman Lee. Cover by Mark Harrison. With the help of new allies, the Vec and the Skyshroud Elves, Gerrard and the Weatherlight crew begin the treacherous path towards Volrath's fortress. In order to save their captured shipmates from the torture chambers of Volrath and his minions, they must confront the unspeakable horrors of the Furnace and the Death Pits of Rath. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

A plot is undertaken to revive Damon Angel, Leeja continues her plan to create a Magnus-killer, and people find out that Magnus has a portal that connects the futuristic city in Albania with the Earth in "Love Sick." Script by Tom Peyer and art by Axel Gimenez, Mitch Byrd, & Tom Florimonte. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

"A Good Man[slaughter] is Hard to Find!" Written by John Arcudi. Art by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen. Nunzio is dead?! Lou Martin on trial for murder?! Plus, the return of those alien "masterminds" Zinnac and Yoof. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart Very Good $8.70

1st printing.

By Pat Cadigan.

The eagerly awaited modern remake of the TV classic Lost in Space is a star-studded special effects spectacular, featuring Gary Oldman, William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, Mimi Rogers and Heather Grahamnot to mention their cantankerous clanking colleague, the most expensive, most complicated (and most dangerous!) cinematic robot ever permitted to work with live actors. Award-winning SF author Pat Cadigan was on the set from start to finish poking, prying and prodding everyone from Director to Star to SFX Wizard to Grip. What she wanted was the inside story of the of this extraordinary production; and what she got is all here, including: The weirdest, wildest wrap party ever!

The set so huge that two studios had to be nailed together; The robot that cloned itself; Intimate interviews with cast and crew; Dr. Smith's creepy new look; The secret wedding of CGI and live action; "Will makes new friends!"; Three days in the City of the Future; Tech notes: from Brazil to Alien to the Robinsons; Meet a table-hopper from Party of Five; Inside the "Creature Shop"; The Henson connection; Four actors in one body; and much, much more!

Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.00.

1st printing.

Edited by Mike Ashley.

Here is the biggest collection of off-the-wall fantasies ever assembled, from the minds of Esther Friesner, Neil Gaiman, Craig Shaw Gardner, Tom Holt, Terry Jones, Terry Pratchett, Robert Rankin, and many more!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 512 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $10.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover art by Shawn McManus. "Millennium's Down," script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Sergio Cariello, inks by Rob Leigh, Ray Kryssing, and Jordi Ensign; The cyborgs are loosed around the globe causing chaos and destruction. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Add to cart VF/NM 9.0 $9.50

Add to cart VF+ 8.5 $6.80

Add to cart VF- 7.5 $6.00

Add to cart FN+ 6.5 $5.20

"The Duck and the Muck!" Guest-starring Howard the Duck. By J.M. DeMatteis and Liam Sharp. Ellen realizes that her child is in imminent danger from the enigmatic Mr. Termineus, but what can she do? Meanwhile, a certain waterfowl makes his way to the 616 to take on a cult. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.99.

Story and art by Ernest Posey. Brilliant scientist Mark Orlando created the android Marko to serve as his personal bodyguard. Mark Orlando was murdered before he could complete the project, leaving Marko alone in the world and seeking many answers to the mysteries of life. 20 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Written by Ralph Macchio. Art by Andy Kuhn and Harry Candelario. Cover by Andy Kuhn. Of Monsters and Magicians; Bruce Banner solicits Dr. Strange's help in trying to keep the Hulk under control; Juggernaut finds his powers waning as he wastes away and he and Black Tom capture Wong in an attempt to get the Cytorrak ruby from Dr. Strange; Bruce, who finally seems to have his monster under control, has to release the Hulk once again so he can save Strange from the powered up Juggernaut. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

"In Deep" Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner and Captain America. Script by Tom Peyer and Glenn Herdling. Pencils by Dave Ross. Inks by Tom Wegrzyn. Cover by Jordan Rankin. Warlord Kreeg has taken over New Atlantis! And when the U.S. government hears about the underwater coup, it directs the star-spangled avenger to find Prince Namor and restore subsea order! After Cap locates Namor and convinces him to wear a special breathing suit, the long-time allies descend into the ocean depths! Is there still time to save Namorita? And prevent Kreeg from plundering the treasures of the ocean floor? Cap and the Avenging Son must hurry! Imperious Rex! Cameo appearances by Lord Vashti and the Thing. (Note: This issue features a gatefold cover recapping the events of last issue.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Thor cover with Dan Jurgens interview. Also: Chris Claremont and Len Wein, X-Men and Alpha Flight. Cover price $1.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

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Written by Jorge Gonzalez. Art by Jim Cheung and Andrew Pepoy. The Wall; Maverick battles the Confessor. Written by Jorge Gonzalez. Art by Leo Fernandez and Andrew Pepoy. Easy Targets; Marcus battles Renfield, Dice, and Speed. 38 pgs., full color. $2.99. Cover price $1.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Story and Art by James Kochalka. The first of James Kochalkas projects with Alternative Comics. A panoramic 42 page story of love and beauty, starring elves, robots, kitties, and of course a mermaid. 40 Pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Walt Simonson art Cover price $2.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "I Love You to Death!" Collects Midnight Panther (1997) #1-6. Story and art by Yu Asagiri. Sweeping the planet is a hot new sensation: all-female singing trio, The Pussycats. Lou, Kei and Sonya tour the country performing concerts and shows. However, these beautiful musicians have a secret-a deadly secret! Their singing act is only a disguise for their true profession - highly-paid undercover assassins. The Pussycats take on dangerous missions against impossible odds... and have fun doing it! Yu Asagiri, the artist and writer of Midnight Panther, is an award-winning Japanese comic book creator. Midnight Panther is her first and most famous action adventure manga series, available in its entirety in a series of four graphic novels from CPM Manga. Softcover, 160 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $15.95.

Amateurish publication with a wild variety of reader submitted comic strips, artwork and periodicals. 6.5" x 10", 24 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Story, art and cover by Christopher J. Hicks. Sam Smith, a nondescript office worker, is drawn into a fantastic conspiracy that stretches back to the dawn of humankind. Sam is captured by N Industries; Locke makes his play for Julies affections. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Program Guide from 1998 Motor City Comic Con. 52 pages, B&W.

1st printing.

Adapted by Gina Ingoglia. Art by Jose Cardona and Don Williams.

Boys and girls ages 3-7 will love this Little Golden Book retelling Disney's Mulan! In order to save her father's life, Mulan disguises herself as a soldier and takes his place in the army. Will Mulan bring shame to her family for what she has done? Or will she help save China from the Huns?

Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Cover art by Michael Cohen. "The Shenanigans," script by Chris Ryan, art by Bill Knapp; Leprechauns plan to steal some beer. "Teachers' Pet," script and art by Carla Speed McNeil; Vary and Ollie discuss the possibly uattainable. "The Trade," script and art by David Yurkovich; At the time of the black death Elizabeth and her husband are on the point of starvation. "The Silver Scarf Book 8," script and art by Michael Cohen; Myjal acquires the source stone. "The Haunted Temple," script by C. B. Cebulski, art by Rob Taylor; Jogen insists on visiting a haunted temple. "One in a Million," script and art by Donna Barr; A soul is sent to rest. Untitled story, script by Jack Briglo, art by Alex Szewczuk; Kiki goes hunting dragons with her father. "Squyrmy Wyrmy Part Two," script and art by Andrew Pepoy; Simone and Ajax save the village. "Mother Mountain Part Two," script and art by Roberta Gregory; The winged beings must escape hunters. "Dragon of the Loch," script and art by Steve Conley; A monk issues a challenge. Back cover illustration by Joe Zabel. 76 pgs., B&W. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Even for a dazzling, leggy Las Vegas showgirl, Nevada is exceptional. Her dancing partner and closest friend is an ostrich named Bolero. Her past is a mystery. And her life is about to take a turn for the weird, as a series of bizarre murders sets her on a collision course with a stalker ex-boyfriend, a drunken mystic, a would-be Godfather, and cosmic destiny. Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Phil Winslade and Steve Leialoha. Painted cover by Phil Winslade. Mature Readers. FC, 32 pg. Rebax Format. Cover price $2.50.

NOTE: All Text is in French.

1st printing. Collects New Gods (1971-1978 1st Series) #1-11.

Written by Jack Kirby. Art by Jack Kirby, Mike Royer and Vince Colletta. Cover by Jack Kirby.

The star-spanning NEW GODS, the centerpiece of Jack Kirby's "Fourth World" saga, in its own trade paperback. This title introduces the sprawling cast from the twin worlds of New Genesis and Apokolips, including Darkseid, Orion, Highfather, Lightray and many more!

Includes a extensive introduction section with a full cover gallery!

Softcover, 272 pages, full color.

NOTE: All Text is in French.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.20

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

CATACLYSM: Part 11 of 17. The Day After Judgement - Written by Chuck Dixon. Art and Cover by Scott McDaniel & Karl Story. Continued from Batman Chronicles (1995) #12; continues in Batman (1940) #554. Nightwing and Robin, with Oracle's help, race to the ruins of Wayne Manor to try to determine the fate of Batman and Alfred. Meanwhile, Commissioner Gordon and Detective Hawke come face-to-face with the tremendous devastation in Gotham at the site of the huge Davenport Center, now lying, on its side, on top of the theater district. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $10.00

Add to cart Very Fine $12.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

An intriguing miniseries puts Nightwing and Huntress at each other's throats (and that's just the beginning!). When an undercover cop gets killed, seemingly at the hands of a mob boss, Nightwing and Huntress find their very different methods in sharp conflict. But opposites do attract! Written by Devin K. Grayson. Art and cover by Greg Land and Bill Sienkiewicz. FC, 32 pg. Miraweb Format. Cover price $1.95.

May 1998. The premiere gaming magazine for all things Nintendo. Each issue features game strategies, reviews and news on video games and related pop-culture. Full Color, 8.25" x 10.75". Cover price $4.95.