Comic books February 2003

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By Shelby Robertson. Shelby Robertson brings you one of the most innovative books of 2003! All-out action explodes in this sci-fi adventure book, featuring a cameo appearance by your favorite Fem 5 crewmember, Krusada! This story chronicles the progress of mankind prior to their arrival on Earth and the interstellar threats that they had to overcome before and leading up to the exhalation of the "Blue Moon." 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Art and Story by Andrew Goldfarb. The funny and morbid adventures of Everyman Ogner Stump and his globular companion Slub Golub, as they experience all that is amiss with the world, including dinner guests, disease, boating, and triangles. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 150 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $9.00.

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Standard Format - Volume 15 - 1st printing. "Hand in Hand!" Collects Oh My Goddess! Part X and Part XI #1 & 2. Story and art by Kosuke Fujishima. What happens when a Goddess First Class gets a little tipsy when partying with pals? Well, lacking a mean bone in her body, the pickled Belldandy uses her powers to give everyone what they want -- and every time she gives happiness to someone, there's an unexpected consequence: boyfriend Keiichi is visited by an equal or greater unhappiness! And when Belldandy magically glues her hand to Keiichi's, despite the best efforts of Bell's sister goddesses Urd and Skuld to separate them, Keiichi's begins to notice that there might be some benefits to be linked to the most beautiful goddess on earth! It's bath time! Softcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 1/4-in., 256 pages, B&W. NOTE: The Standard Format reads left-to-right. Cover price $17.95.

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by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS The adventure in alternate dimensions continues after last month's turn for the worst. Now not only is Keiichi troubled by the extra space in his house, he's also got a lot of former dorm mates expecting to get their stuff back, and that might be a little difficult to achieve. Hi-jinks and pop tunes dominate the goddess crew, and not only will things turn out fine in the end, but there will be some lessons learned with those pop tunes played. On sale February 5 b&w, 40pg (5 of 5)...$3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing. "No 43 ?Fighting Cocks' Squadron!" Written by Andy Saunders. Art by Chris Davey. Known as the 'Fighting Cocks', No 43 Sqn has been a part of the RAF since 1916, and is still in service today. This volume deals exclusively with the unit's exploits during WW2, covering its service during the evacuation of Dunkirk and the Battle of Britain, as well as the years spent supporting the Allied cause in North Africa and the Mediterranean. Flying Hurricanes from November 1939, and re-equipped with Spitfires in early 1943, 'Fighting Cocks' pilots scored 159 kills during the war and over a dozen of them 'made ace'. This book presents a full picture of the squadron, its men and its aircraft. Softcover, 128 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $25.95.

Volume 114 - 1st printing. " Lepanto 1571!" Written by Angus Konstam. Art by Tony Bryan. For much of the 16th century the Mediterranean was a battleground between Christians and Muslims. A decisive battle between two large galley fleets was expected to decide the fate of the entire Mediterranean basin. In August 1571, an Ottoman fleet of some 235 galleys encountered the slightly smaller Christian fleet of the Holy League. In a five hour melee the Christians inflicted a decisive defeat on the Turks. Lepanto was the last great galley fight of all time and one of the most decisive naval battles in history. This book details the course of one of the most crucial military campaigns of the Renaissance. Softcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $19.95.

Volume 117 - 1st printing. " Stirling Bridge and Falkirk 1297-98!" Written by Peter Armstrong. Art by Angus McBride. The death of the last of the Scottish royal house of Canmore in 1290 triggered a succession crisis. Attempts to undermine Scottish independence by King Edward I of England sparked open rebellion culminating in an English defeat at the hands of William Wallace at Stirling Bridge in 1297. Edward gathered an army, marched north and at Falkirk on 22 July 1298 he brought Wallace's army to battle. Amid accusations of treachery, Wallace's spearmen were slaughtered by Edward's longbowmen, then charged by the English cavalry and almost annihilated. In 1305 Wallace was captured and executed, but the flame of rebellion he had ignited could not be extinguished. Softcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 48 - 1st printing. "The Second World War Part 4!" By Paul Collier. This book explores the idea that the Mediterranean theater of the Second World War was the first truly modern war. It was a highly mobile conflict, in which logistics were a critical and often deciding factor, and from the very beginning a close relationship between the land, sea, and air elements was vital. Victory could not be achieved by either side unless the three services worked in intimate cooperation. Each side advanced and withdrew across 1,000 miles of desert until the Axis forces were decisively defeated at El Alamein in 1942. Softcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $14.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Japanese Pacific Island Defenses 1941-1945!" Written by Gordon L Rottman. Art by Ian Palmer. The prolonged and bloody fighting for control of the Japanese occupied Pacific islands in World War II is a key point in 20th-century warfare. No two islands were alike in the systems and nature of their defensive emplacements, and local improvization and command preferences affected both materials used and defensive models. This title details the establishment, construction and effectiveness of Japanese temporary and semi-permanent crew-served weapons positions and individual and small-unit fighting positions. Integrated obstacles and minefields, camouflage and the changing defensive principles are also covered. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $18.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Hadrian's Wall AD 122–410!" Written by Nic Fields. Art by Donato Spedaliere. Hadrian's Wall is the most important monument built by the Romans in Britain. It is the best known frontier in the entire Roman Empire and stands as a reminder of the past glories of one of the world's greatest civilisations. Its origins lie in a visit by the Emperor Hadrian to Britain in AD 122 when he ordered the wall to be built to mark the northern boundary of his Empire and 'to separate the Romans from the Barbarians'. This title details the design, development and construction of the wall and covers the everyday lives of those who manned it as well as the assaults it withstood. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $18.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "U-Boat Bases and Bunkers 1941–45!" Written by Gordon Williamson. Art by Ian Palmer. Few of the massive military structures built by Germany during World War II are as impressive as the U-Boat bases and bunkers in Germany, Norway and France. This title takes a close look at the formidable edifices on the French coast (Brest, Lorient, St Nazaire, La Pallice, Bordeaux) in Norway (Bergen, Trondheim) and Germany (Keil, Hamburg, Helgoland) and also focuses on the huge 'Valentin' factory complex at Bremen, which manufactured the new type XXI electro-boats. Bunker protective systems, such as camouflage, light and heavy flak installations and nearby air cover, are also examined as well as resident flotillas and the fate of the bases at war's end. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $18.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "American Defenses of Corregidor and Manila Bay 1898–1945!" Written by Mark Berhow and Terrance McGovern. Art by Chris Taylor. The Philippines were declared an American Territory on January 4, 1899, and fortification construction soon began on the islands in the mouth of Manila Bay. Among the sites built were Fort Mills (Corregidor), Fort Frank, and the formidable concrete battleship of Fort Drum. The defenses suffered constant Japanese bombardment during World War II, leading to the surrender of American forces. In 1945 the forts were manned by Japanese soldiers determined to hold out to the bitter end. This title details the fortifications of this key strategic location, and considers both their effectiveness and historical importance. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $18.95.

Volume 382 - 1st printing. "Wellington's Peninsula Regiments (1)!" Written by Mike Chappell. Art by Mike Chappell. The forces which Wellington led in Portugal and Spain and up into southern France between 1808 and 1814 achieved a consistent record of victory perhaps unmatched in the history of the British Army. Some 40 per cent of this volunteer army were Irishmen – a remarkable figure, given the recent unrest and bloodshed in Ireland. This book details the record, and illustrates the uniforms and equipment, of the two cavalry and three infantry units boasting formal Irish identity: the 4th (Royal Irish) Dragoon Guards, 18th Hussars, 27th (Enniskillen), 87th (Prince of Wales's Own Irish), and 88th (Connaught Rangers) Regiments of Foot. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 384 - 1st printing. "Armies of the German Peasants' War 1524-26!" Written by Douglas Miller. Art by Angus McBride. In the 1520s, a brief but savage war broke out in Germany when various insurgent groups rose to overthrow the power structure. The movement took as its emblem a peasant's shoe and the collective title of 'Bundschuh', and this became known as the Peasants' War - although the rebel armies actually included as many townsmen, miners, disaffected knights and mercenary soldiers as rural peasants. The risings involved large armies of up to 18,000 men, and there were several major battles before the movement was put down with the utmost ferocity. This book details the armies, tactics, costume, weapons, personalities and events of this savage war. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 385 - 1st printing. "The Hermann Göring Division!" Written by Gordon Williamson. Art by Stephen Andrew. Each of Germany's World War II armed services could claim one unit which earned a unique combat reputation, and which consequently was enlarged and developed far beyond the size originally planned. Hermann Göring, commander-in-chief of the air force, was determined that his Luftwaffe should share the glory of Germany's land conquests, and gave his name to a regimental combat group of infantry and Flak artillery. This élite unit was steadily enlarged into a brigade, then an armoured division, and finally into a two-division corps, fighting with distinction in Tunisia, Sicily, Italy, and on the Russian Front. This concise history is illustrated with rare personal photographs and eight colour plates, detailing the very varied uniforms and special insignia of this crack formation. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 64- 1st printing. "Ninja AD 1460-1650!" Written by Stephen Turnbull. Art by Wayne Reynolds. The Ninja were the secret agents and assassins of feudal Japan and they remain a subject of enduring fascination. They first emerged during the power struggles of 9th and 10th century Japan, in response to the increasing demand for spies, informants and even assassins, and they were used until the mid-1600s when they disappeared on account of a campaign to destroy them. This title provides an accurate and detailed account of the reality of the Ninja, detailing their daily life, training, hiring, combat use and secret operations; also covered are the Ninja's use and knowledge of poisons, medicines and charms. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.

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Volume 65- 1st printing. "US Army Ranger 1983-2002!" Written by Mir Bahmanyar. Art by Michael Welply. This study of the US Army Ranger takes the reader through the distinct stages of training and acceptance, including the Ranger Indoctrination Program and Ranger Battalion training, and details the developments in Ranger weaponry, equipment and clothing since the early 1980s. Using first hand accounts, it shows what it was like to fight in Panama in 1989, in raid missions in Iraq in 1991 and Somalia in 1993, and brings the unit up to date with the 3rd Battalion's deployment to Afghanistan in Operation Enduring Freedom. It also covers the culture of the Rangers, from their special language and terminology, to the rites of passage that lie behind the formal training program. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.

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WRITTEN BY BRIAN AUGUSTYN; ART AND COVER BY HUMBERTO RAMOS AND SANDRA HOPE CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. In stores December 26. The entire town of El Dorado City ? bricks, boards and human occupants ? has been transported to the mystical wasteland of evil Draedalus's domain. While the trauma of this bizarre exile weighs heavily on the townsfolk, somehow they're surviving. But are they being cared for, or kept like laboratory rats? Meanwhile on Earth, Becky struggles with her injuries after Megan's attack and the loss of the four teens. Haunted by her failures, she receives a visit from a very surprising ghost. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Chapter 12: Red Sky at Morning - Written by Bill Willingham. Art by Paul Ryan and Bill Williams. Cover by Matthew Clark and Bill Williams. This is it! The issue you've been waiting for! Johnny Venture and the Darkside Rangers unleash Operation: Red Sky. Will Meggido stand and fight with the Freedom Machine? Will Deathboy succeed in destroying his arch-nemesis? If you've been following Pantheon from the start, you absolutely cannot miss this issue! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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(W) Matt Cashel. (P) Jeremy Haun. (I) Elizabeth Jacobson. (Cover) Jeremy Haun. The Concept: A soap-opera charting the final generation of mankind, where every scene counts, and the status-quo of times past is forgotten. Starring an ensemble cast and focusing on both their individual and connecting lives, Paradigm is a personal yet epic exploration of a world where passions, under-city dwellers, trolls, fairies, government syndicates, and talking cats thrive. Comes with two action-packed cliff-hanger endings! This Issue: "All About the Community"?Following Ethan and Audrey's night of coping, Ethan realizes people need to be told of what occurred in the metro two nights earlier. Meanwhile, Summer attempts to dance her blues away at the local rave only to find herself embroiled in a conspiracy not her own. And last but not least, Dick introduces us to the Presidents of the Apocalypse, the sultan stripper, and Rusty. B&W, 40pp. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Jim Krueger and Alex Ross. Art by Doug Braithwaite and Bill Reinhold. Cover by Alex Ross. The saga of the EARTH X alternate timeline continues! Jude attacks the heroes in Latveria, Iron Maiden begins a quest to find the Eternals, Mr. Fantastic builds an army to enter the Negative Zone, and Thor prepares to go to war with Odin. Characters: Jude; Hulk; Mr. Fantastic; Invisible Woman; Daredevil; Thanos; Captain America; Nighthawk; X-51; Thor; Loki; Dr. Strange; Surtur; Captain Britain; Meggan; Black Knight; Jack of Hearts; Luna; Medusa; Iron Maiden; Jade Dragon; Prestor John; Reject; Starhawk; Thing; Immortus; Sasquatch; Hyperion; Deathlok; Alicia Masters; Brothers Grimm; Spider-Man; Major Victory; Yondu; Martinex; Iron Man 2020. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PG Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Ron Marz, art by Bart Sears & Mark Pennington, colors by Michael Atiyeh He swore to destroy the gods he once served! The holy monk Obo-san embodied the feudal ideals of piety, honor and duty. Then his samurai brother called upon the gods to save his nation, only to be slain by to the petty, spiteful deities. Now, armed with the Weapon of Heaven, Obo-san seeks the death of the gods who betrayed him and the rebirth of his own shattered faith. A mountainside retreat becomes a slaughterhouse as a band of ninjas descend upon Obo- san. In the employ of the mad Emperor Mitsumune, the assassins are charged to return with the Weapon of Heaven and Obo-san's head! 32 pages full color, on Sale January 22 $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Cover pencils by Francisco Herrera, inks by Wayne Faucher. "Just Another Manic Monday," script by Zeb Wells, pencils by Francisco Herrera, inks by Wayne Faucher; Shocker and Hydro-Man, who lose their jobs and credibility as villains, are back with a simple plan--rob banks and kill Spider-Man; Spider-man is feeling depressed and battles against Stilt-man. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.99.

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MATURE READERS.

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY COLIN WILSON; PAINTED COVER BY SIMON BISLEY EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 11. The grand finale of this gripping miniseries! You know the old saying: "Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger?" That's not always true. After months of pursuing leads, Grifter finally finds out what happened to John Lynch ? and what his connection to Holden Carver was. Don't miss this thrilling conclusion that leads into the newest Eye of the Storm title, SLEEPER #1, on sale in January! MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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By Drew Hayes. Drew Hayes is back! With his new apprentice Lynn by his side, Lusiphur explores the mysterious "Tower by the Green Shore," a magical castle that once appeared to him in a dream. Inside, the sorceress Mishah stands guard over her catatonic master, the rogue wizard named Tenth. After leaving Lynn to face the witch that will not die, Lusiphur races off to confront his hated archenemy. How will our impulsive hero respond to a prone enemy asking for mercy? As any Poison Elves fan can tell you, it's not going to be pretty! Featuring the first of a series of hot guest covers by Scott Lewis (Dark Angels). Bi-monthly. b&w, 24pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY TOM GRUMMETT AND PRENTIS ROLLINS In stores December 18. Who is the Power Company's newest member? In the wake of losing Josiah Power, the Company recruits an established DC Universe hero. But is it Firestorm? Superboy? Batgirl? Booster Gold? The Haunted Tank? Find out here, as the Company takes on a reborn terrorist cell! Plus, discover Manhunter's newest scheme to drum up business, and see Witchfire discover something about her powers that will change her forever! FC, 32 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

WRITTEN BY SEAN CAROLAN & JENNIFER MOORE, SHERYL SCARBOROUGH & KAYTE KUCH; ART BY CHRISTOPHER COOK AND MIKE DECARLO; COVER BY PHIL MOY In stores December 18. Special Mojo Jojo spotlight issue! Mojo gets stuck between a rock and a fuzzy place in "Like It or Lumpkins." And then the monkey clones his big-brained self in "Eenie Meanie Mini Mojo"! FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis. (A) Mike Avon Oeming. This year Bendis scored the comic book trifecta by winning the Wizard Fan Award, Comics Buyer's Guide Fan Award and Eisner Award for 'Best Writer.' This Issue: THE SELLOUTS part 5. A decade long feud between some of the world's greatest superheroes has sent the entire planet into utter chaos. What can two homicide detectives do when one of the most powerful heroes of all time decides to turn? Powers goes deeper and darker ? and the scale goes larger than ever before. Brace yourselves! It is superheroes like you have NEVER seen them. FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing.

Text by Garth Ennis and Glenn Fabry. Painted Art and Cover by Fabry.

The highly acclaimed PREACHER series told the story of Jesse Custer, a former preacher who lost his faith and literally went on a search to find God and hold him accountable for his actions. This stunning masterpiece is a comprehensive collection of the award-winning cover paintings of every issue of this groundbreaking series. A perfect addition to any art-book library, this volume includes black and white cover sketches and insightful commentary by renowned painter Glenn Fabry and celebrated writer Garth Ennis giving the reader remarkable access to the behind-the-scenes creative process from initial conception to final execution.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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4 pages of preview art from 411; interview with Billy Tucci on Gremlin Effect. Flip covers: Miracleman resin statue; Thundercats/Battle of the Planets by J. Scott Campbell. 8x11, 480+pg, PC $4.50 Cover price $3.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "Focke-Wulf Fw 190!" Written by Malcolm V. Lowe. Arguably Germany's best fighter of the war, the Fw 190 caught the RAF by surprise when it appeared in 1941. It remained unmatched in combat until the advent of the Spitfire Mk IX late the following year. Variants of the Fw 190 saw action against the Allies on all fronts of the war in Europe, remaining in action right up to VE-Day. This volume illustrates the Fw 190's varied operations through a hand-picked selection of professional black and white images taken during the war years, plus a colour selection reproducing archival photography that has not been seen in print since the war. Softcover, 144 pages, Text (with B&W photos) Cover price $21.95.

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By Ryoji Minagawa. Egrigori has sent a pair of twins in elementary school after Ryo and the other ARMs kids. But looks can be deceiving -- these twins may be young, but they have precociously devious minds. For them, it's all fun and games...especially when someone gets hurt. 40 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.25.

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WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART AND COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY In stores December 26. Everything goes wrong. It sounded good on paper: Sophie is back on Earth and back as Promethea. All is right in the world, all are happy...except, perhaps, for the person who has taken her place. It's a battle of best friends who both happen to be Prometheas. Also, new information is revealed about several Prometheas from the past. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Discover the world of Japanese animation and comics with Protoculture Addicts, the longest running anime/manga magazine in North America! The cover article for this issue is Kikaider! Other featured anime will include spotlights on Metal Armor Dragonar as well as another great harvest of "Anime Stories" ? Babel II, Cyborg 009, Crush Gear Turbo, Full Metal Panic, Guystars, Kaidohmaru, Rave, RahXephon, X TV, and more! All this, plus "Anime World" articles; an interview with voice actor Jessica Calvello; The Modern Japanese Music Database Part 18; more convention & festival reports; reviews of recent anime and manga-related products, and the latest anime news. Bimonthly. (Protoculture) Magazine, 72pg, PC$4.95 Cover price $4.95.

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Painted Covers by Tim Bradstreet. Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Steve Dillon. Beginning a new 3-part story arc! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PGplus. Cover price $2.99.

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2003 reprint edition that originally came packaged with Punisher from Marvel Legends series 4.

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By Greg Rucka & Jason Alexander. D-Ops Paul Crocker is away and that means Minder Tom Wallace is responsible for halting a blackmail conspiracy against one the Queen's most visible subjects. Using an illicit tape of a billionaire's daughter, the French government hopes to secure an expensive contract. Can Tara prevent this dirty deal without the video going public? MATURE READERS. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Stories and Art by Ono Yoichiro, Ueno Jiro, Sakurano Minene, Itagaki Keisuke, Tsugihara Ryuji, Hidaka Yoshiki, Hara Tetsuo, Buronson, Hojo Tsukasa, Niwano Makoto and Inoue Takehiko. America's first weekly manga magazine! In this issue: Ono Yoichiro and Ueno Jiro's Revenge of Mouflon; Sakurano Minene's Guardian Angel Getten; Itagaki Keisuke's Baki the Grappler; the condition for independence from America is Tsugihara Ryuji and Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan; Hara Tetsuo and Buronson's Fist of the Blue Sky; Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl; and Inoue Takehiko's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 212 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

Stories and Art by Nihashi Shingo, Hojo Tsukasa, Ono Yoichiro, Ueno Jiro, Itagaki Keisuke, Tsugihara Ryuji, Hidaka Yoshiki, Hara Tetsuo, Buronson, Niwano Makoto and Inoue Takehiko. Brace yourself for an action-packed ride in America's first weekly manga magazine! In this issue: American Dream by Nihashi Shingo and Hojo Tsukasa! Plus: Ono Yoichiro and Ueno Jiro's Revenge of Mouflon; Itagaki Keisuke's Baki the Grappler; Tsugihara Ryuji and Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan; Hara Tetsuo and Buronson's Fist of the Blue Sky; Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl; and Inoue Takehiko's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 226 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

Stories and Art by Ono Yoichiro, Ueno Jiro, Sakurano Minene, Itagaki Keisuke, Tsugihara Ryuji, Hidaka Yoshiki, Hara Tetsuo, Buronson, Hojo Tsukasa, Niwano Makoto and Inoue Takehiko. The ultimate manga compilation! In this issue: Ono Yoichiro and Ueno Jiro's Revenge of Mouflon; Sakurano Minene's Guardian Angel Getten; Itagaki Keisuke's Baki the Grappler; Tsugihara Ryuji and Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan; Hara Tetsuo and Buronson's Fist of the Blue Sky; Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl; and Romanes goes one-on-one in Inoue Takehiko's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 210 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

Stories and Art by Ono Yoichiro, Ueno Jiro, Sakurano Minene, Itagaki Keisuke, Tsugihara Ryuji, Hidaka Yoshiki, Hara Tetsuo, Buronson, Hojo Tsukasa, Niwano Makoto and Inoue Takehiko. Comin' right at ya -- the Dream Team of manga, every week! In this issue: Ono Yoichiro and Ueno Jiro's Revenge of Mouflon; magical girls go wild in Sakurano Minene's Guardian Angel Getten; Itagaki Keisuke's Baki the Grappler; Tsugihara Ryuji and Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan; Hara Tetsuo and Buronson's Fist of the Blue Sky; Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; Niwano Makoto's Bomber Girl; and Inoue Takehiko's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 194 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Hiro Mashima.

A young boy and his friends set out on a fantasy adventure to save the world from evil domination! The all-powerful Dark Stone -- a magical stone and ruler of the dark side -- awakens after a 50-year respite. When it falls into the hands of the evil Demon Card, the world is in terrible danger. A sacred stone called Rave and its master Shiba are the only defense against the Dark Stone's evil powers. Yet, Shiba loses control over Rave when he is mortally attacked by a Demon Card assassin. With the dark side looming, a boy called Haru may be the world's single hope of revitalizing Rave and escaping the clutches of evil!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Hiro Mashima.

A young boy and his friends set out on a fantasy adventure to save the world from evil domination! The all-powerful Dark Stone -- a magical stone and ruler of the dark side -- awakens after a 50-year respite. When it falls into the hands of the evil Demon Card, the world is in terrible danger. A sacred stone called Rave and its master Shiba are the only defense against the Dark Stone's evil powers. Yet, Shiba loses control over Rave when he is mortally attacked by a Demon Card assassin. With the dark side looming, a boy called Haru may be the world's single hope of revitalizing Rave and escaping the clutches of evil!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $9.99.