Comic books July 2004

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Written by Brian Michael Bendis Art by Michael Avon Oeming Cover by Michael Avon Oeming A hero has returned. But is it enough to keep the city safe from the crossfire ? as the city's most powerful villains gun for each other in a massive turf war. And how far will Detective Deena Pilgrim go to prove she still has what it takes? To celebrate the new Powers debut, it's two big action issues in one month! Powers is TM & © 2004 Jinxworld Inc., 2004. All Rights Reserved. 32 PGS./M ...$2.95 UPC: 59606 05609 00211 Cover price $2.95.

Interview with Jim Silke on PinUp: The Illegitimate Art. Sneak peeks: 3 pages from Superman: True Brit; 3 pages from Adam Strange #1; 3 pages from The Originals. Flip covers: Catwoman: When In Rome by Tim Sale; The Darkness (by Dale Keown) and Witchblade (by Greg Land). Cover price $4.50.

Volume 12 - 1st printing. By Min-Woo Hyung. CHOIR OF WOLVES-Though the baptism of blood continues to spread, one last sanctuary for the afflicted remains. Nera, the guardian saint of Windtale, will not remain silent as a sheep before its shears when evil moves in on her beloved flock. With her resurrected wolf Bendo, she will bear the fangs of determination against Ivan Isaacs, Temozarela or anyone else who threatens their way of life. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in. 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Takeshi Konomi. Ryoma Echizen, the Prince of Tennis has just enrolled at Seishun Academy after spending several years in America winning four consecutive US Junior Tournaments. His cool confidence raises the hackles of a few older students on the tennis team, and they challenge him to a game - but none of them even comes close to his skill and knowledge. Now intramural matches to determine the starting members of the team for the upcoming city tournament are about to begin, and although the rules don't allow 7th graders to play in tournaments, the captain has arranged for Ryoma to enter the ranking matches. Does he have what it takes to truly deserve the title Prince of Tennis? Find out in this amazing tennis manga! 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 $7.99.

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Volume 1 – 2nd and later printings. "Destitution!" Written by Courtney Love, Misaho Kujiradou and D.J. Milky. Art by Misaho Kujiradou. Ai is the only royal princess of Ai-Land, a magical kingdom caught in the midst of a horrific revolution. When Princess Ai makes a hasty escape from her war-torn land, she finds herself in modern-day Tokyo. Confused and in shock, Ai wanders the streets in this strange new land to unravel the secrets that could tear her and her kingdom apart...The first volume of Princess Ai is a journey to the heights of fame and fortune found in this world and beyond! 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.

Issue #2 - July 2004. Interviews and talks with Phil Jimenez, Alison Bechtel, Anderson Gabrych, Jose Villarrubia. Lots of comics previews and exclusive comics. 5-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $4.95.

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WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE, ART AND COVER BY J.H. WILLIAMS III & MICK GRAY In stores May 26. Everything must go as the landmark series nears its conclusion! As the apocalypse continues to extend its reach from Sophie's mom's apartment to encompass the city and the world, various persons converge on their home to put a stop to it ? including America's Best, and perhaps more significantly, the last Painted Doll. FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

The Anime & Manga Magazine. This issue introduces several anime series like Aim for the Ace, Full Metal Alchemist, Galaxy Railways, Gunslinger Girl, Kaleido Star, Planetes, and Read or Die TV. Plus: Gilgamesh, Peacemaker Kurogane and Saikano. Also: Convention and festival reports, the reviews of lots of recent anime and manga-related products (DVDs, CDs, manga, books, model kits, live-action movies, etc.) and the latest news. Magazine, 72 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "With Liberty and Recess for All!" Collects PS238 (2002- ) #0-5. Story and art by Aaron Williams. The first collection of the critically-acclaimed PS238 is here! With Liberty and Recess for All gives readers a glimpse at life in the only public school for the children of superheroes! What does a boy do when he's afraid to fly? How can a student with no powers survive at ps238? What happens when you take a field trip to the moon? All this and more await you in this eagerly-awaited collection! Softcover, 132 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.99.

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(W) Brain Michael Bendis (P) Mark Bagley (Cover) Mike Mayhew; "Thin Air" (3 of 5) Spider-Man joins forces with Jessica Jones, Ben Urich and Kat Farrell to bring the Green Goblin to justice! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Garth Ennis (P) Lewis Larosa (Cover) Tim Bradstreet; Everyone gets just what they deserve in the bloody climax to the 6-part "In the Beginning." Cover price $2.99.

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Written by SCOTT KURTZ Art by SCOTT KURTZ Cover by FRANK CHO and BRETT EVANS FC 32 pgs. $2.95 Monthly ongoing series CONCEPT: In a world where nerds evolved from man, the staff of PvP Magazine rule as kings. Join Brent, Cole, Francis, Jade and Skull the Troll as they chronicle the world of video games, movies, comics and pop-culture. The hit Internet comic strip leaps from the World Wide Web into its own image title! THIS ISSUE: It's comic book madness when the PvP gang sets up a booth at their first COMICON. All hell breaks loose when MAX POWERS sets up his own booth across the aisle. Can PvP compete with Max? Will Jade dress up in a slinky booth babe costume to draw in more geeks? Find out in this issue! Cover price $2.95.

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By Greg Rucka & Mike Norton. Tara Chace is now Minder One, and she's barely had time to settle in before she's off with a virgin Minder Three to recover documents that should never have left England. But when things go wrong, can Chace count on the newbie, or will she be on her own again? MATURE READERS. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.99.

By Rebecca Dart. A surreal western adventure told in an experimental narrative style that will have you re-reading it many times over. We follow the singular story of RabbitHead and her faithful steed, Horsey, through many harrowing experiences, only to have the story branch off into different directions and run simultaneously to each other, introducing a plethora of characters, some goofy, some deadly serious. Cover price $4.95.

Stories and Art by Various. Action, brains, brawn, sex appeal -- nothing more, nothing less! In this issue: Irasshaimase, Japan!; Fist of the Blue Sky; Slam Dunk; Baki the Grappler; City Hunter; Revenge of Mouflon; Guardian Angel Getten; Nemuri Kyoshiro; Twisted Tales; Bow Wow Wata; and The Climbers' Saga: Seil. Plus: The History of Raijin Comics - the evolution of the magazine that sparked a revolution. And: Manga Retrospective - Takahashi Rumiko, one of the most successful manga artists of our time. Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 236 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $5.95.

Volume 27 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Ranma Saotome never thought a martial arts training mission to China would turn out like this! An accidental dunk in a cursed spring changes boy Ranma into a young girl every time he is splashed with cold water. Hot water reverses the effect - but only until next time! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. NOTE: 22 & Up are NOT 2nd Edition. Cover price $9.95.

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1st printing. By Greg Dean. Based strictly in the bounds of reality, Real Life is based on the experiences of the cartoonist and his friends. Whether they're gallivanting through 14th century France, building sentient computers, or taking a road trip to Michigan, be assured that everything in these pages actually happened! See how it all began, with added commentary, as well as extra material not seen online. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 340 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

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Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kang-Woo Lee. When Kalutika's company attempts to rescue Lilith, they confront quite a quagmire in the Swamp Clan, a monstrous group of bandits who want nothing more than to rush in for the kill. The battle heats up until the sun sets...and the vampire Deshiwatat rises, emerging to weary warriors on the battlefield. Is he a ray of hope or simply a prelude to greater darkness? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 9 - 2nd or later printing. Story and art by Kang-Woo Lee. When Kalutika's company attempts to rescue Lilith, they confront quite a quagmire in the Swamp Clan, a monstrous group of bandits who want nothing more than to rush in for the kill. The battle heats up until the sun sets...and the vampire Deshiwatat rises, emerging to weary warriors on the battlefield. Is he a ray of hope or simply a prelude to greater darkness? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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by Christian Gossett, Snakebite, & Schrier KYUZO VERSUS ZERO IN A DUEL TO THE DEATH: Part 2 (of 2)?The "Prison of Souls" story arc continues! Zero the Assassin has left a trail of death behind him in his attempts to destroy the Konstantinov. If Maya's personal guardsman Kyuzo cannot defeat Zero in battle, all will soon be lost, and the people of the world will never be free of the murderous and evil tyrants who have enslaved them. Meanwhile, in the Spirit Realm, the climactic final battle-lines are being drawn as Marcus Antares almost reaches Archangel, Prison of Souls... the Rendezvous point from which he might be able to escape his long imprisonment. Wraparound cover. FC, 32pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Free Comic Book Day 2004. All stories written & illustrated by Ralph Stvenson. B&W, 32 pages, standard paper stock, 7.25-in. x 10-in.

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by Steve Niles & Kieron Dwyer Tori and Tom make remarkable new discoveries about the zombie hordes overrunning Reno ? and the zombies get a taste of their world as well. Meanwhile, other remaining humans have put their survival plans into motion ? but is it too little, too late? MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $3.99 Cover price $3.99.

In this issue: Robin Hood - Lord of Misrule; The Once and Future Longbow; Marian - Maid or Myth?; and The Battle of Crecy. Plus: Book, Music and Movie Reviews, and 2004 Faire and Festival Listings! Cover price $5.95.

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Written by: Matt PetersArt By: Bill Presing

Rex Steele: Nazi Smasher is ready to blaze a trail of action, adventure and excitement straight into the heart of Nazi Germany! DO YOUR PART and get this collection of Rex's past glories brought to you by writer Matt Peters and 2000 Ignatz Award Nominee for outstanding Artist Bill Presing! Rex Steele is ready to take flight! It's your duty to read... It's his to smash Nazis!

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND ANDY OWENS In stores May 26. Get ready for martial arts mayhem as Chuck Dixon, Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens reintroduce one of DC's toughest street fighters! When a mysterious figure begins assembling a strike team of the world's greatest assassins, Bronze Tiger sees the coming of a deadly storm. Tiger seeks out Richard Dragon, who's withdrawn from society, battling pit fighters and his own internal demons in the bowels of a Far East nightclub. Can he be coaxed back into the fray? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. By Rick Trembles. This stunning anthology of satirical commentaries from international cartoonist sensation Rick Trembles features his unique form of film critique known as Motion Picture Purgatory, which utilizes sequential art to dissect motion pictures. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $16.95.

Written by DOUG WAGNER Art by GEORGES JEANTY, DEXTER VINES, & JASON PEARSON Cover by ADAM HUGHES B&W 32 pgs. $2.95 Special signed edition $14.95 Two-issue monthly miniseries On sale 7 JULY, 2004 CONCEPT: Hop in the passenger seat and buckle up for a new anthology about a 1968 Camaro and the people that come in contact with it. Each story arc will focus on a character whose life is dramatically affected by a situation involving the vehicle. Is it stolen? Is it cursed? Is it simply a car, or something much more? A diverse body of creators will showcase their unique talents, and show you THE RIDE of your life! THIS ISSUE: "Wheels of Change," Part Two?Atlanta rookie detective Samantha Vega arrives in a small college town in search of her brother's murderer. Will Vega and her partner Frank Simms survive the trap that awaits them? Find out this issue, as the first story arc of THE RIDE comes to an explosive conclusion! PLUS: Special signed edition features signatures by ADAM HUGHES, GEORGES JEANTY, DEXTER VINES, JASON PEARSON, and DOUG WAGNER! Cover price $2.95.

Volume 27 - 1st printing. The Rifter is a synthesis of Game Master and Players' Guide, talent show, fan forum, news/house organ, sourcebook and fun for the entire Megaverse of Palladium RPGs. Every issue, unique and informative. Includes Palladium news, coming attractions, Official source and game material, and more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

By Rob Zombie, Pat Boutin, Fabio Laguna, & EJ Su. Rob Zombie is mad! Simply mad!!! Suzi X loses more clothing while fighting against alien masterminds and horrific monster badies! Then El Superbeasto helps hot babes lose more clothing still as he fights for mankind and his manhood! Then Simon Deadmarsh and his monster hunting crew take on ghouls from another dimension!... well, maybe not. The greatest show in the world continues... the Spookshow! Cover by Fabio Laguna. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Rob Zombie, Pat Boutin, Fabio Laguna, & EJ Su. Rob Zombie is mad! Simply mad!!! Suzi X loses more clothing while fighting against alien masterminds and horrific monster badies! Then El Superbeasto helps hot babes lose more clothing still as he fights for mankind and his manhood! Then Simon Deadmarsh and his monster hunting crew take on ghouls from another dimension!... well, maybe not. The greatest show in the world continues... the Spookshow! Cover by Fabio Laguna. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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Wizard World Chicago Variant. Cover by ??. By Rob Zombie, Pat Boutin, Fabio Laguna, & EJ Su. Rob Zombie is mad! Simply mad!!! Suzi X loses more clothing while fighting against alien masterminds and horrific monster badies! Then El Superbeasto helps hot babes lose more clothing still as he fights for mankind and his manhood! Then Simon Deadmarsh and his monster hunting crew take on ghouls from another dimension!... well, maybe not. The greatest show in the world continues... the Spookshow! Cover by Fabio Laguna. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs.

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San Diego Comic Con Variant. Cover by Tony Moore. By Rob Zombie, Pat Boutin, Fabio Laguna, & EJ Su. Rob Zombie is mad! Simply mad!!! Suzi X loses more clothing while fighting against alien masterminds and horrific monster badies! Then El Superbeasto helps hot babes lose more clothing still as he fights for mankind and his manhood! Then Simon Deadmarsh and his monster hunting crew take on ghouls from another dimension!... well, maybe not. The greatest show in the world continues... the Spookshow! Cover by Fabio Laguna. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs.

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1st Full appearance of Stephanie Brown aka The Spoiler as Robin. Batman guests. Tim Drake has relinquished the cape and mask. Now, Batman must name a successor ? and his new Robin isn't a Boy Wonder at all... The Girl Wonder makes her startling debut in ROBIN #126, written by Bill Willingham (FABLES)! This landmark issue ? a perfect jumping-on point for new readers ? also features the debut of new series artist Damion Scott (BATGIRL)! In the wake of the startling events of ROBIN #125, in which Tim Drake gave up the mantle of Robin, Batman must find a new teen hero to fill the void as his faithful apprentice. But you won't get the full story here. You'll just have to pick up the issue to discover the identity of the first female to take on the role of Robin in official continuity! Batman's choice will have repercussions throughout the DC Universe...and this story gets the ball rolling for much bigger events coming later in 2004. Get in on the ground floor of history in the making with ROBIN #126! ROBIN is an ongoing series edited by Michael Wright. The 32-page issue #126 arrives in comic-book stores May 19 with a cover price of $2.25 U.S. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER AND KEN SIU-CHONG; ART BY TAKESHI MIYAZAWA AND OMAR DOGAN; COVER BY TOMMY YUNE In stores May 5. In the final chapter of the INVASION saga, Lancer must weigh the price of loyalty and love in an explosive confrontation that will force him to reevaluate his crusade against the Invid, until a massive new invasion force arrives from the Robotech Expedition! In the companion story, Karl Riber is driven to make a heart-wrenching decision at Mars Base that will affect the future of his fiancée and the rest of the Earth. Admiral Lisa Hayes must deal with the burden of burying Robotechnology's most incredible secret!  FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

WRITTEN BY GAIL SIMONE; ART BY ADRIANA MELO & DAN GREEN; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES It's the shocking finale to the sizzling miniseries written by BIRDS OF PREY"s Gail Simone! Rose is at the mercy of the insane escaped inmate Ashleigh, and Thorn is nowhere to be found! Will the two sides of Rhosyn Forrest reconcile in time to save both their lives? And who is "WIld Rose"? Plus, a heart-rending betrayal that will alter Rose and Thorns's lives forever! FC, 32 PG. (6 of 6) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Nominated for both the 2003 Eisner Award and 2003 Harvey Award for "Best Anthology," Rosetta is an anthology of sophisticated works by an international cast of award-winning artists. Rosetta is targeted at a Mature Audience that views comics as a valid art form equal to any other. Rosetta not only entertains with new stories by over 20 cartoonists from North America and around the world, but also reveals the creative processes and compromises that occur in the creation of comic art in the form of a sketchbook section. The contributing artists - Edmond Baudoin, Andrea Bruno, Santiago Cohen, Martin Tom Dieck, Anke Feuchtenberger, Jason, Miriam Katin, Megan Kelso, Peter Kuper, Max, Pedro Nora, R. Sikoryak, Vincent Stall, Ted Stearn, Craig Thompson, and a number of other stellar cartoonists - have been set the task to go beyond the boundaries set by their previous works and to push themselves into areas that they consider dangerous to their reputations. Softcover, 196 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

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Ju-On Cover - The World's leading horror culture and entertainment publication! This issue takes a look at one of Japan's most celebrated and effective chillers Ju-On, the art of Joe Coleman, and an overview of FantAsia 2004! Cover price $7.95.

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(W) Brian K. Baughan (P) Adrian Alphona (Cover) Jo Chen; "The Good Die Young" part 3 of 5. The Runaways' biggest adventure continues! Our young heroes are finally ready to take on their evil parants, and the future of the Marvel Universe hands in the balance! Cover price $2.99.

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By Jeff Amano, Craig Rousseau, & Giulia Brusco. No one in town can believe that notorious private eye Sam Swede is getting married, especially to a mob boss' daughter. Then again, no one ever accused Sam of being too bright! And while Sam is busy preparing his nuptials, the mob is busy plotting thirty ways to bring the man down. Sam might not see trouble coming, but he always finds a way to punch back. Low $1.99 cover price! Covers by Jeff Amano. FC, 32pg (Note Price)$1.99 Cover price $1.99.

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By Jeff Amano, Craig Rousseau, & Giulia Brusco. Private Eye Sam Swede has lost his girl to the mob, and he has revenge on his pea-sized mind! Fortunately, what he lacks in brains, he more than makes up for in muscle, so he decides to toss a few flaming cars down on their heads. The mob doesn't like that too much, so Sam soon finds himself face-to-face with a whole bunch of mob enforcers. All that does is make Sam smile. The big guy does love a good brawl... Covers by Jeff Amano. FC, 32pg (Note Price)$1.99 Cover price $1.99.

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By Jeff Amano & Craig Rousseau. Sam Swede is strong enough to handle just about anything... except women. So when Daggoni's right hand gal, Dahlia, gives him a come-hither smile, Sam finds himself smack dab in the middle of the kind of trouble that he can't bully his way out of! Special cover by Alex Maleev. FC, 24pg (Note Price)$1.99 Cover price $1.99.

Cover by Holly Golightly. "A Good Egg," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Al Nickerson; Sabrina is assigned an egg to care for as an exercise in responsible parenting for school; As a prank, Salem substitutes a dragon's egg for the hen's egg Sabrina has. "It's Clear To Me," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Jon D'Agostino; The Spellman's are hosting Ambrose's new girlfriend. "Just Playing," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Fernando Ruiz, inks by Al Nickerson; With Harvey in danger of being replaced in the school play, Zelda casts a spell to make him more debonair for the role. "Manga Mania," script by Tania Del Rio, pencils by Fernando Ruiz (pg 1) and Tania Del Rio (pgs 2-5), inks by Al Nickerson; Sabrina tries to create a manga-influenced comic with both Harvey and Shinji, but they end up having more fun with it than she does. 36 pgs., full color. $2.19. Cover price $2.19.

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Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Akimine Kamijyo. As the trouble continues to take root in the Sea of Trees a mysterious ninja from Sasuke's past sprouts out and literally stops Kyo and the band dead in their tracks with a ninja shadow technique. But nothing can really hold this dynamite group for long and they soon decide to head toward the ominous "Hell's Gate" where Kyo is about to let it all break loose. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "When the Demon Knife Weeps!" Written by KAZUO KOIKE. Art by GOSEKI KOJIMA. From the creators of Lone Wolf and Cub comes Samurai Executioner. It's true! Before Koike and Kojima created Itto Ogami, they created Kubikiri Asa, better known to Lone Wolf readers as Decapitator Asaemon. He was the equal to Itto, bearer of the sword Onibocho, the man charged with the duty of testing the swords for the shogun. Samurai Executioner is based on the decapitator himself, in life before his fatal duel with Lone Wolf. Expect the same legendary drama, frantic action, and stoic samurai stature, combined with the exemplary art and storytelling that made Lone Wolf and Cub one of the most popular and influential comic books in the world! ? Never before published in America, Samurai Executioner was the precursor to one of the most seminal works of manga, Lone Wolf & Cub! ? Since the inception of their Lone Wolf & Cub publishing program in 2000, Dark Horse has sold over 800,000 copies! And the series continues to sell thousands per month! Softcover, 328 pages, 4-in. x 6-in., B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $9.95.

WRITTEN BY GENNDY TARATAKOVSKY; ART BY LYNN NAYLOR AND BILL WRAY; PAINTED COVER BY WRAY In stores May 5. The origin story and first great adventure of the samurai star of Cartoon Network's hit show returns as a spectacular super-sized comic, timed to coincide with the SAMURAI JACK DVD! Coming from the past and flung far into the future, Samurai Jack must find a way back home somwhere in this new, hostile land. FC, 64 PG. $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

2004. Features biographies from all the artists that attended, Eisner award winners and nominees and more. Tributes to Hellboy, Jack Kirby, Bob Clampett, Popeye, Godzilla, and the Flaming Carrot. Softcover, 160 pages, B&W.

July 22-25, 2004. Programming guide to the 2004 Comic-Con International convention in San Diego. 8.25-in. x 10.5-in.; black and white; 144 newsprint pages.

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WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY SHAWN MCMANUS; PAINTED COVER BY TARA MCPHERSON In stores May 5. The enthralling 4-issure miniseries concludes. Calmly sipping tea, Thessaly waits as the hideous Chaos beast approaches, leaving a path of destruction and mayhem in its wake. It looks like the ever-resourceful witch is fresh out of ideas and her doom is drawing nigh. Or does Fetch have one final trick up his ghostly sleeve to save his true love? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 of 4) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.