Comic books August 2002

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Louis Cha. Art by Wing Shing Ma. Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre follows the adventures of a young man named Wuji Cheung. Everyone in the martial arts world, including Wuji, is in search of the legendary "Heaven Sword" and "Dragon Sabre" blades. It is said that whoever possesses these two weapons will become the most powerful Kung Fu master and the Chief of the martial arts world. The story begins with the explanation of how Wuji's parents, who were from rival clans, originally met and fell in love. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

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WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY MARCELO FRUSIN; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores May 22. The conclusion to "Ashes and Dust." FBI Agent Frank Turro's investigation into the death of John Constantine comes to a grisly end as he confronts the tragic individual responsible, but not before friends, enemies, and lovers from Constantine's past converge on the insane scene. Question is, are they there to pay their respects, or dance on his grave? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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created, written, & illustrated by MIKE MIGNOLA Hellboy battles various and sundry horrors of the deep! A giant fish woman explains that, in order for the world to survive, Hellboy must die; while faeries, elves, and a chicken discuss the fate of the universe. On sale August 21 FC, 32pg (2 of 2) . . . $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Covers Episodes 1-6. The first in a series of two volumes, this authorized Hellsing Ultimate Fan Guide details summaries of episodes 1-6, character profiles, setting exploration and theme analysis, and features comprehensive character sheets for the Big Eyes, Small Mouth anime RPG. With hundreds of full-color images from the series, and many pages of production line art, this Ultimate Fan Guide is the definitive English-language resource book for Hellsing. Softcover, 80 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT LOBDELL; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores June 5. After Sloan explains how she came by the location of Hitler's most prized hidden treasure, she reluctantly joins forces with U.S. Army soldier Nic Highroad ? and the undersized British actor with the outsized ego, Sir Arthur Bombridge ? on a train bound for the German border. It's official: These three erstwhile allies are going to take advantage of the dying days of World War II to steal "Morpheus' Necklace" out from under the little mustache of the world's most hated man! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Issue #324 - Aug. 2002. Magazine devoted to Marijuana growing. 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 132 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.99.

The Devil's Truckstop. Stories, art and cover by Les McClaine. Rick and his werewolf pal Garth travel the highways of America, helping people cope with supernatural encounters. Sinister skull traffickers are bad enough, but when they get to the Devil's Truckstop, Rick and Garth find the mysterious Black Driver, whos even worse. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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(W) Jason Caskey (A) Phil Hester (I) Jim Woodyard The Concept: Sometimes the worst that can happen is that your dreams come true, and they turn out to be nightmares. Take, for example, Max Brody. He's a guy struggling to live up to his father's legend and make a name for himself in the wild world of professional wrestling. All he needs is one break. He gets that break, but is it worth it? Is fame and fortune enough for a man to risk his very soul? This Issue: What is the bizarre connection between ancient Aztec curses and the world of professional wrestling? Find out, as wrestler Max Brody dons a mysterious black mask and takes on the persona of the Holy Terror. Join us as Max discovers that real battles have no scripted outcome, and glory is a small reward in exchange for one man's soul! In stores the week of August 21st. FC, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Cover by Kyle Hotz. BRIAN K. VAUGHAN (W). KYLE HOTZ (P). ERIC POWELL (I). THE SCOOP: Enter the controversial and complex life of a brand-new super-villain in this hard-edged, MAX crime drama! THE STORY: Discovering the true power of his recently acquired apparel, small time hoodlum Parker Robbins steps up to the big leagues of costumed villainy! But the young man soon learns that there are downsides to his new career - as in the attention of the FBI, the anger of the mob, and the jealousy of competing super-criminals (including some classic Marvel villains as you've never seen them before)! THE CREATORS: Writer Brian K. Vaughan (Swamp Thing, CYCLOPS) and artist Kyle Hotz (The Agency, THE INCREDIBLE HULK) conspire on this street-level MAX series! THE FORMAT: The second issue of this monthly, six-part story is 32 pages, with ads. Printed on glossy stock paper. THE WARNING: Contains explicit content. Recommended for adult readers. Cover price $2.99.

1st Printing - Hot moms indeed! These ladies sizzle! Beautiful, sensual moms who can't keep their clothes on for five minutes at a time, constantly banging each other with dildos, strap-ons, and vibrators. They don't seem to be concerned with the men in their lives, and their husbands seem to be completely oblivious to their wives' licentiousness. These housewives are obsessed with all the other housewives in their neighborhood and they just cant' keep their hands off of each other. Softcover, 8" x 10", 48 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $9.95.

Antarctic Press continues its series of How to Draw Manga guidebooks! Artists like Rod Espinosa, David Hutchison and Brian Denham continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style! Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. In this issue: Advanced Inking - Dark hair and the chrome shine by Rod Espinosa. Plus: School of Style - Anime vs. manga by David Hutchison. And: Secrets Exposed - 20 ways to draw better breasts by Brian Denham. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

English Edition - Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. "Dressing Your Characters in Casual Wear!" How To Draw Manga series, the English-language instructional series featuring authentic instructional data for beginners in the art of manga. If you want begin to learn manga, or to just improve your artistic techniques for drawing exciting manga stories, these volumes are all highly recommended! Softcover (with Dust Jacket), 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $18.99.

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Creator's Rights - Written by Steve Gerber. Art by Phil Winslade. Cover by Glenn Fabry. Duck or mouse? Find out as the mini-series concludes! Howard goes to Hell, where he and God have it out -- once and for all -- over a beer! You won't want to miss this issue! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. "As sharp, biting, funny, and just plain great as ever." - SilverBulletComics.com Cover price $2.99.

1st printing.

Written by Peter Milligan. Art and cover by Javier Pulido.

In this softcover version of the acclaimed original hardcover graphic novel, Christopher Chance is hired to impersonate an aging film actor marked for death by an extortionist who preys upon the Hollywood glitteratti.

Softcover, 96 pages, full color. MATURE READERS

Cover price $19.99.

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WRITTEN BY DYLAN HORROCKS; ART BY RICHARD CASE AND STEVE BIRD; PAINTED COVER BY JON FOSTER In stores June 12. Nick has to be out of town for a day, so Tim has offered to mind the bookshop, expecting a quiet, relaxing day. After all, how hard can running a shop be? With an information elemental stalking the stacks, the answer is: very hard. Plus, the return of an old, but favored, character. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Science and Social Studies!" This "Cartoonists in the Classroom" anthology is a follow-up volume to the Eisner-nominated Brainbomb. It features 13 all-new stories from Brian Clopper, Jon "Bean" Hastings, Bill Knapp, Gareth Hinds, Nick Abadzis, John Green, Dave Roman, Pam Bliss, Stuart Immonen, Kathryn Kuder, Rich Watson and many more! Each story has a Scientific or Social Studies theme along with a fun activity page. Excellent for teachers, home-schooling parents and kids young and old alike, thirsty to explore their imagination. Softcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 124 pages. B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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WRITTEN BY TODD DEZAGO; ART BY CARLO BARBERI AND GREG ADAMS; COVER BY BARBERI AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores June 12. Impulse is still the most powerful hero in the DC Universe, and, not letting an opportunity escape him, he's using that enormous power recklessly, transforming everything he surveys into his own warped adolescent perspective of life! FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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By Alexandro Jodorowsky and Zoran Janjetov. Continuing the complete adventures of John Difool. With only two more issues to go until the return of legendary creator Moebius to the book, this issue continues with the conclusion to the first story arc. In an especially violent issue, Luz puts a hurting on her enemies trying to escape from their compound, big secrets are finally revealed, and lots of things explode. Also, learn more about exactly what the Incal is as events that tie directly into the Moebius issues unfold. But through all of this, where is John Difool? Cover art and color by Ladronn. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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Reprint. This 36-page standard-size, full-color reprint comic came with the Marvel Legends action figures Series 1 Incredible Hulk Figure. Note: This reprint is dated 2002 in the indica and contains new advertising and other changes so that it cannot be easily confused with the original comic.

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COVER BY KAARE ANDREWS BRUCE JONES (W)/JOHN ROMITA JR. (P)/TOM PALMER (I) ? THE SCOOP: The new era continues as the monster comes at you twice this month! ? THE STORY: Hiding in plain sight in a roadside convenience store, the fugitive Dr. Bruce Banner finds himself caught abruptly between a gun-wielding madman, a constricting circle of local police, and dark, predatory forces with motives of their own -- in a contest of straining wills that demands only one grim resolve: The Hulk must become both savior and unbridled demon! ? THE BUZZ: "We love the mysterious new elements that writer Bruce Jones has introduced to the book... Hulk + mystery + 'Fugitive'-style, on-the-run action = kick-butt comic!" -Wizard, The Comics Magazine ? THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04745-1-04111 (MarvelPG)2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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COVER BY KAARE ANDREWS BRUCE JONES (W)/LEE WEEKS (P)/TOM PALMER (I) ? THE SCOOP: The Hulk continues his new-era rampage with a arc from Bruce Jones, guest penciller Lee Weeks and inker Tom Palmer! ? THE STORY: The hostage crisis goes from bad to worse as Bruce Banner's monstrous alter ego enters stage right with a vengeance! But that's exactly what Agent Pratt and his men wanted in the first place. See, they've got a special present for their green-skinned quarry! ? THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04745-1-0421 (MarvelPG)2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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NOTE: Although a fairly recent comic, this issue was severely under-ordered by comic retailers, making the issue very difficult to find. COVER BY DALE KEOWN PETER DAVID (W)/DALE KEOWN (P)/JOE WEEMS (I) ? THE SCOOP: Writer Peter David and artist Dale Keown, the creative team on some of the most popular Hulk stories ever, reunite to tell the final adventure of the green goliath! ? THE SET-UP: Ever wonder how the careers of your favorite heroes would end? Us too, so we're asking the greatest creators associated with top characters to tell the final story as if their series were drawing to a close! ? THE STORY: You took a sneak peek at it in Wizard #126, now journey with us into a far-flung future in which the only things living on the planet Earth are Bruce Banner, the Incredible Hulk, and cockroaches with attitude... all of whom are at each other's throats! It's the final Hulk story ever as "The Last Titan" finally comes to understand his reason for existence -- if only he can survive it! ? THE WRITER SPEAKS: "It's about the relationship between the Hulk and Bruce Banner, and the final showdown between them," explained David. "By the end of the story, Banner will have a number of revelations about why things happened the way they did -- why the Hulk was created, why he has suffered through all this." ? THE FORMAT: This 48-page, bookshelf one-shot features a cardstock cover and is printed on glossy stock paper. 7-59606-05133-5-00111 (MarvelPG) 5.95 Cover price $5.95.

DYNAMIC FORCES EDITION. NOTE: Although a fairly recent comic, this issue was severely under-ordered by comic retailers, making the issue very difficult to find. COVER BY DALE KEOWN PETER DAVID (W)/DALE KEOWN (P)/JOE WEEMS (I) ? THE SCOOP: Writer Peter David and artist Dale Keown, the creative team on some of the most popular Hulk stories ever, reunite to tell the final adventure of the green goliath! ? THE SET-UP: Ever wonder how the careers of your favorite heroes would end? Us too, so we're asking the greatest creators associated with top characters to tell the final story as if their series were drawing to a close! ? THE STORY: You took a sneak peek at it in Wizard #126, now journey with us into a far-flung future in which the only things living on the planet Earth are Bruce Banner, the Incredible Hulk, and cockroaches with attitude... all of whom are at each other's throats! It's the final Hulk story ever as "The Last Titan" finally comes to understand his reason for existence -- if only he can survive it! ? THE WRITER SPEAKS: "It's about the relationship between the Hulk and Bruce Banner, and the final showdown between them," explained David. "By the end of the story, Banner will have a number of revelations about why things happened the way they did -- why the Hulk was created, why he has suffered through all this." ? THE FORMAT: This 48-page, bookshelf one-shot features a cardstock cover and is printed on glossy stock paper.

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Top Cow Comics (W) Wohl/Silvestri, (P) Marc Silvestri (I) Batt, (C) Steve Firchow As the world reels from relentless assaults by the denizens of Hell, Joe Dante and his team of newly freed convicts begin their voyage into the netherworld. Unfortunately, not just anyone can make it through Hell's ebon gates--you need to be headed there anyway. And that's bad news for one unlucky member of the team!!! But after Dante and his remaining teammates make it in there, they quickly realize that getting killed on the way in may have been the BETTER alternative... FC, 32pg$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Convention Exclusive Gold Foil cover. Limited to 2000 copies. Cover by Marc Silvestri & Peter Steigerwald. Top Cow Comics (W) Wohl/Silvestri, (P) Marc Silvestri (I) Batt, (C) Steve Firchow As the world reels from relentless assaults by the denizens of Hell, Joe Dante and his team of newly freed convicts begin their voyage into the netherworld. Unfortunately, not just anyone can make it through Hell's ebon gates--you need to be headed there anyway. And that's bad news for one unlucky member of the team!!! But after Dante and his remaining teammates make it in there, they quickly realize that getting killed on the way in may have been the BETTER alternative... FC, 32pg$2.50

Virgin Gold cover. Cover by Marc Silvestri & Peter Steigerwald. Top Cow Comics (W) Wohl/Silvestri, (P) Marc Silvestri (I) Batt, (C) Steve Firchow As the world reels from relentless assaults by the denizens of Hell, Joe Dante and his team of newly freed convicts begin their voyage into the netherworld. Unfortunately, not just anyone can make it through Hell's ebon gates--you need to be headed there anyway. And that's bad news for one unlucky member of the team!!! But after Dante and his remaining teammates make it in there, they quickly realize that getting killed on the way in may have been the BETTER alternative... FC, 32pg$2.50

By Various. The bi-monthly magazine of fantasy and adventure set in Games Workshop's worlds of Warhammer! In this issue: Deff Skwadron, the craziest Orks ever to take to the air are back! Their latest mission: to intercept a fiendish enemy communications agent in "Catch the Squigeon!" Hilarious comic work from Gordon Rennie (Missionary Man, Glimmer Rats) and Paul Jeacock (Slaine)! Next, Dan Abnett pens another Inquisitor Eisenhorn adventure; more green-skin action as human slaves overthrow their Ork overlords in "Liberation Day", and more mysterious and twisted Warhammer fiction from Simon Jowett, Brian Craig, and much more! 68 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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COVER BY JIM STARLIN JIM STARLIN (W & P)/AL MILGROM (I) ? THE SCOOP: Kicking off a new sci-fi epic written & penciled by the master of cosmic action, Jim Starlin! ? THE STORY: Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, Dr. Strange, Moondragon, Gamora, Pip the Troll and a new Adam Warlock scramble into action -- but will even this amount of power be effective against Thanos, the Mad Titan? ? THE FORMAT: The debut issue of this bi-weekly, six-part series is 32 pages, with ads. Printed on glossy stock paper. Cover price $2.99.

Dynamic Forces Signed edition with certificate of authenticity. Signed by Jim Starlin and limited to 1,500 copies. COVER BY JIM STARLIN JIM STARLIN (W & P)/AL MILGROM (I) ? THE SCOOP: Kicking off a new sci-fi epic written & penciled by the master of cosmic action, Jim Starlin! ? THE STORY: Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, Dr. Strange, Moondragon, Gamora, Pip the Troll and a new Adam Warlock scramble into action -- but will even this amount of power be effective against Thanos, the Mad Titan? ? THE FORMAT: The debut issue of this bi-weekly, six-part series is 32 pages, with ads. Printed on glossy stock paper. Cover price $2.99.

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COVER BY JIM STARLIN JIM STARLIN (W & P)/AL MILGROM (I) The cosmic thrills continue! With our survival on the line, Thanos and Moondragon delve into Adam Warlock's damaged psyche! Meanwhile, Dr. Strange, Captain Marvel and Spider-Man continue their quest for answers as our reality draws closer to extinction! The 2nd issue of this bi-weekly, 6-part series is 32 pages, with ads. Printed on glossy stock paper. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Shuichi Shigeno. With a little more torque and some tightening of the turns, Takumi rides his brakes with the delicate touch of an artist. The young Speed Star drives his father's Eight Six through treacherous mountain passes in a race against the Night Kids' Takeshi. It's intuitive rookie vs. seasoned street racer atop Mt. Akina, where a deadly combination of five consecutive hairpin turns put drivers to the ultimate test. As Ryosuke of the Red Suns follows behind, he studies Takumi's unorthodox moves and incredible raw talent with keen interest. He is one of many racers eager to pit their own talents against the mysterious Eight Six. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Standard Green Edition - Limited to 999 copies. Story by Jesse McCann. Art by Gerardo Sandoval. 5 1/2 X 8 1/2".

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1st Edition - Volume 12 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Naraku promises to return Kohaku to Sango in exchange for the Tetsusaiga. But when the young exterminator attacks and unmasks Naraku, she may have just unleashed his full demonic fury! Then, a string of murders in a farming village turn its citizens against a peaceful demon that has lived there for years. Will the real killer be found before the people carry out their own justice? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

by Rumiko Takahashi Totosai comes to Inu-Yasha for protection against Inu-Yasha's brother Seshomaru, who has a sword powerful enough to give life, instead of taking it away! What Seshomaru wants is the complete opposite ? one as powerful as Inu-Yasha's! Will these two battle it out to the end? Find out in the next story by manga great Rumiko Takahashi! b&w, 40pg (1 of 8) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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2002 reprint edition that originally came packaged with Iron Man from Marvel Legends series 1. This 36-page standard-size, full-color reprint comic came with the Marvel Legends action figures. Note: This reprint is dated 2002 in the indica and contains new advertising and other changes so that it cannot be easily confused with the original comic.

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COVER BY MICHAEL RYAN MIKE GRELL(W)/MICHAEL RYAN(P)/SEAN PARSONS (I) Last month, Iron Man made a dramatic choice -- and this month, the fallout begins! Now, everything has changed for the cool exec with the heart of steel, as his competitors and the media circle like sharks -- and one man in particular sees his opportunity to put an end to the Golden Avenger! "The writing is high-octane action flick writing... but infused with a new urgency and dedication... it's Mike Grell writing what he does best: macho action with a human twist." -Aint It Cool News 7-59606-04457-5-06511 (MarvelPG) 2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing. Written by In-Wan Youn. Art and Cover by Kyung-Il Yang. When a serial killer is the lesser of two evils... The mystery of the skulls continues. When a busload of Japanese tourists meets a gruesome death, Miho and her new Interpol friends know the skulls are somehow behind it. What makes these skulls so powerful that they can rip flesh from living bodies? And, why do they only target Japanese victims? As Miho gets closer to uncovering the truth, she finds that her new friends may not be as sincere as they seem! Softcover, 4-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $9.99.

TJKC celebrates the 40th anniversary of Thor! To start things off, there's two incredible color Kirby Thor covers (one inked by Mike Royer)! Inside, Joe Sinnott and John Romita, Jr. weigh-in on their Thor work with new interviews, and we proudly present a never-before-published 1969 interview with Jack Kirby, conducted by Shel Dorf! There's also voluminous coverage of everyone's favorite Thunder God, including a look at the "real" Norse gods, and an exhaustive examination of Jack and Stan's Tales of Asgard! Usual columnists Mark Evanier and Adam McGovern are also here, and to celebrate Thor's 40th birthday, we're featuring 40 pages of Kirby Thor pencils, including an amazing Kirby Art Gallery at tabloid size, with pin-ups, covers, and more! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Tabloid Format, 10x14, 80pg, b&w $9.95 Cover price $9.95.

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Story, Art and Cover by Paul Grist. Caught in the grip of the Claw! Ben Kulmar is a Q agent, an investigator of mysteries, of Question Mark crimes. But Kulmar has a few mysteries of his own, and when someone threatens to expose his secret, how far will Kulmar go to protect himself? 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story, Art and Cover by Paige Braddock. Jane is just trying to figure life and love out...she is goofy, flat-chested, and self-absorbed...still, not even with those credentials does she deserve to be thrown in jail in a clown suit! Enjoy this premier issue of frolicking girl-toons that have been building an audience online since 1997. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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by J. Torres & Mike Norton What young boy doesn't wish for his very own giant robot? Every kid fantasizes of a mechanized friend that can tower over bullies and adults alike, take you to strange new places, and basically make you into the coolest kid on earth. Well, Jason's dreams are about to come true, or at least that's what he thinks when he finds a giant cybernetic hand sticking out of a crevasse near his desert home. What will his inventor grandfather and stubborn kid sister think of his ultimate toy? And what other trouble will the earthquakes that unearthed the giant machine man cause? Find out in this new series of mechanized myth and mayhem by writer J. Torres (Alison Dare, Sidekicks) and artist Mike Norton (The Waiting Place, G.I. Joe)! b&w, 32pg (1 of 4) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Collects Jetcat Clubhouse (2001) #1-3. By Jay Stephens. There are no rules in the Jetcat Clubhouse, unless you count the mandate to have a good time. But what can you expect from a secret society that includes the world's youngest rock star, an eight-year-old super-hero, a dead boy king, and a monkey from outer space with bowel-control problems? This hilarious collection of stories combines the best of cartooning with the wildest realms of imagination. Whether it's Oddette fighting big monsters through song, Tutenstein searching for what's going bump in the night, or Jetcat forming her own super-hero team, the Two-Fisted Five, Jetcat Clubhouse is a guaranteed laugh for kids of any age - be they in elementary school or the old folk's home. So, get your membership card, make sure to remember the secret password, and join the club! Jay Stephens is the acclaimed underground cartoonist behind the classic Land of Nod and Atomic City Tales comic books. Jetcat Clubhouse is his take on all-ages fun! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 80 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $10.95.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN. Human sacrifice just doesn't sit well with Batman ? or the rest of the JLA, for that matter! And when two mysterious ancient champions lay waste to a Florida amusement park, the World's Greatest Super-Heroes hit them hard! But the two brutal war-chiefs are much tougher than they seem, and as Green Lantern falls, it's a desperate struggle for the rest of the heroes to stay alive! This issue sets many story elements in motion, paving the way for this summer's bi-weekly JLA mega-event "The Obsidian Age." Keep watching the skies...and the seas! FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY TOM MANDRAKE ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 7. Thomas Wayne and Luthor face off with unexpected results, while Mongul prepares for the invasion of his principality by the JLA. Meanwhile, soothsayer Destiny discovers that the voice in her head isn't really in her head! Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 4) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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WRITTEN BY DAVID S. GOYER AND GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY LEONARD KIRK, PETER SNEJBJERG AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY CHRISTIAN ALAMY In stores June 19. An extra-sized issue features the dramatic conclusion to the 5-part "Stealing Thunder!" Johnny Thunder has caught the wrong end of a Marvel-ous fury, and the world must cope with the repercussions of Ultra-Humanite's mad dream. The JSA learns the hard way that to stop the Ultra-Humanite, the ultimate price must be paid. Plus, an 8-page backup story starring the new Crimson Avenger, drawn by Peter Snejbjerg (STARMAN)! FC, 40 PG. $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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Volume 4 - Issue 14 (#196)

1st printing. Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Dermont Power and John Burns. Muzak Killer is a razor-sharp pop culture satire from the pen of Garth Ennis (Preacher), illustrated by acclaimed artists Dermot Power and John Burns. When Mega-City One's Muzak stars fall prey to a deadly killer, Dredd must act to save Muzak from the harshest critic of all - one who will stop at nothing to wipe out cheesy pop! But a good critic never lays down and dies - and Dredd must defeat him again in a return battle which really is the last Word! This collection also includes "Teddy Choppermitz," the touching tale of a robot-gone-wrong, and "Raider," an all-action tale of a Judge-gone-wrong - both of whom have to answer to Dredd! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.