Comic books July 2012

Story, art, and cover by Mike Kaye. 1st appearance of King Trell and his three henchmen. Planet Guiba backstory illustrates how gems arrived on Earth. NOTE: Limited to 30 copies. NOTE: Many copies are signed by creator Mike Kaye. Cover price $2.99.

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July/August 2012. Double Issue - Volume 132, No. 7 & 8. Cover by Vincent Di Fate.. Stories: "Nightfall on the Peak of Eternal Light" by Richard A. Lovett & William Gleason, "The Conquest of Air" by Rob Chilson, "Sam Below Par" by Ben Bova, "The Mutant Stag at Horn Creek" by Sarah K. Castle, "To Save Man" by H. G. Stratmann, "The Song of Uullioll" by Gray Rinehart, "The North Revena Ladies Literary Society" by Catherine Shaffer, "Red Rover, Red Rover" by Howard V. Hendrix, and "Zeitgeist, Inc.," by Carl Frederick. 5.75-in. x 8.5-in.; 192 Pages, B&W. Cover price $4.99.

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Family Reunion: Part 2 - Written by Christos N. Gage. Art by Rebekah Isaacs. Cover by Steve Morris. Using remnants of magic, Angel, Faith, Willow, and Connor have entered the hell dimension where no one should-or really, could-dare go: Quor-Toth! Willow's quest to restore magic to Earth was her objective in attempting the impossible; Angel's objective was . . . something else. And Faith? She's along to make sure that everyone's feet stay on the ground, and out of anything they might regret. Cover price $2.99.

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Family Reunion: Part 2 - Written by Christos N. Gage. ARt and Cover by Rebekah Isaacs. Using remnants of magic, Angel, Faith, Willow, and Connor have entered the hell dimension where no one should-or really, could-dare go: Quor-Toth! Willow's quest to restore magic to Earth was her objective in attempting the impossible; Angel's objective was . . . something else. And Faith? She's along to make sure that everyone's feet stay on the ground, and out of anything they might regret. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nozomu Tamaki. The newest series from the creator of the New York Times-bestselling manga Dance in the Vampire Bund. A war between heaven and hell is brewing and only a young man named Mitsuru holds the key to prevent it. Yet Mitsuru is unaware of his secret birthright and his role in the battle between angels and demons. All he knows is that his family is dead and Kyrie, the kindly woman who cared for him in his time of mourning, is not what she seems. Now, with demon attackers seeking to destroy him at every turn, his only protection is two beautiful gun-wielding angels who kick ass like nobody's business. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and art by Raiku Makoto. Orphaned after her parents were killed by Lynxes, Monoko is the only tanuki (raccoon dog) in her village without a family, until she finds a human baby in a river. In Animal Land, a world inhabited solely by animals, this human child is a mystery. This baby is Monoko's only chance at having a family and she is determined to raise the human child as her own. Animal Land is a quirky story about Monoko and the mysterious human baby. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

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Extinction is Forever: Part 1 of 3 - (W) Jeff Lemire (A) Steve Pugh (CA) Travel Foreman 'EXTINCTION IS FOREVER' part one of three! Separated from Buddy, the rest of the Baker family is in terrible danger! Guest-starring JOHN CONSTANTINE! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Jeff Lemire. (A) Timothy Green II, Joseph Silver. (CA) Travel Foreman. A stand alone tale detailing the history of the epic struggle between THE RED, THE GREEN and THE ROT! As seen in ANIMAL MAN and SWAMP THING, these forces will play a major role in the future of the DC Universe! Cover price $4.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Tom DeFalco. Art by Horatio Domingues. Cover by Julian Totino Tedesco.

Legendary writer Tom DeFalco (AMAZING SPIDER-MAN) and acclaimed artist Horacio Domingues (FANTASTIC FOUR: TRUE STORY) bring you the origins of the original Avenger, Ant-Man!

Hank Pym has had a life full of adventure and success, failure and humiliation. Known by a variety of names - including Ant-Man, Giant-Man, Goliath and Yellowjacket - he's been an innovative scientist, a famed super hero, an abusive spouse and more. What demons drive a man like Hank Pym? How did he begin his heroic career?

ANT-MAN: SEASON ONE tells the story of the man behind the myth, and reveals the fears and paranoia that propelled him to greatest heights and the darkest depths!

Hardcover, 136 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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(W) Peter Calloway (A) Daniel Hillyard (CA) Brian Stelfreeze Anti blasts out of Free Comic Book Day and into your hands for only $1.00 in this special 'Buckshot' 1st Issue Edition! Join producer Gale Anne Hurd (Terminator, Aliens, Walking Dead) as she presents the action-packed tale of Zachary, a faithless man forced to confront the reality that he's the savior of the world. Chased by demons that have infiltrated earth disguised as humans, while grudgingly protected by demon-hunter Jordan, this journey for knowledge and survival is sure to give you plenty of bang for your buck! Cover price $1.00.

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The Others: Part 3 of 7 - Written by Geoff Johns. Art and Cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado. AQUAMAN and YA'WARA star in part three of the epic 'THE OTHER LEAGUE!' More secrets are revealed about the team AQUAMAN belonged to before the Justice League! Plus: MERA learns a startling truth about ARTHUR'S past from Shin. Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart CGC 9.6 $80.00 View scan CGC Signature Series Paper: White Signed by Ivan Reis on 9/7/14. Sketch Cover. Label #1278883008 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover. The Others: Part 3 of 7 - Written by Geoff Johns. Art and Cover by Ivan Reis and Joe Prado. AQUAMAN and YA'WARA star in part three of the epic 'THE OTHER LEAGUE!' More secrets are revealed about the team AQUAMAN belonged to before the Justice League! Plus: MERA learns a startling truth about ARTHUR'S past from Shin. Cover price $2.99.

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Archie Marries Valerie: Part 3 of 4 - Story, Art and Cover by Dan Parent. 'Archie Marries Valerie,' Part 3: 'A Star Is Born!' As newlyweds Archie and Valerie settle into married life, they quit their respective groups, The Archies and The Pussycats, and focus on what matters. Teaching at a music school while starring in their own reality show, the happy couple can finally spend time together off the road. As Archie and Valerie make their own music together what kind of new changes in their former bands can we expect to see? Music aside, the biggest life altering event of the young couple's lives is on the horizon as Valerie announces she's pregnant! How will the family dynamic change the musical duo? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

(W) Frank Doyle (A) Bill Vigoda, Mario Acquaviva (CA) Fernando Ruiz Evilheart and Pureheart may have met their match when they take on The Dude! With a trick cane and a cunning criminal mind to his advantage, The Dude keeps the duo at bay until he has them right where he wants them! Will the super teens manage to bring the jewel thief to justice or will they fall prey to the dastardly evil-doer? Find out in 'Chaos in a Common Cane!' Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Written by Alex Simmons. Art and cover by Dan Parent. Riverdale High is being invaded by fifty new kids! A nearby high school has closed due to budget cuts and 50 students and four teachers are transferred to Riverdale High. Archie and his friends have to step up their game when the new students bring serious competition to Riverdale. A stylish new girl who rivals Veronica, a talented photographer who threatens Betty's role at the school paper, and a tricky prankster even more cunning and crafty than Reggie are now all part of the mix! Amidst a healthy dose of slapstick humor and high school intrigue, is an emphasis on the importance of embracing diversity, making new friends and resolving conflicts. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $11.99.

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(W) Craig Boldman, George Gladir (A) Stan Goldberg & Various (CA) Fernando Ruiz With Archie's wallet hurting from movie theater prices, he decides to take matters into his own hands and give his community an alternative! Check out Archie's affordable solution in 'Home Movies!' Next up is a wild west adventure in the town of Deadwood as Archie and pals visit Calamity Jane, better known as Riverdale's Betty! Reggie is the only one not so impressed with the performers and reckons he could do a better job! Find out if Reggie has what it takes to be the perfect gunslinger in 'Horse Play!' Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Christopher Nolan's Batman: The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete, behind-the-scenes story of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and this summer's most anticipated new movie, The Dark Knight Rises. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan, his co-writers, cast, and crew, the book showcases lavish production art and previously unpublished set photography. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

2nd and later printings. Christopher Nolan's Batman: The Art and Making of The Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete, behind-the-scenes story of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and this summer's most anticipated new movie, The Dark Knight Rises. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan, his co-writers, cast, and crew, the book showcases lavish production art and previously unpublished set photography. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

1st printing. By Ronnie Gramazio. A behind the scenes look at the latest installment in EPIC Games' blockbuster franchise, featuring character and environment concept art as well as production art from the game. The book shows the unseen art that makes Gears of War 3 one of the most anticipated games of the year, talks to the key artists who created the blockbuster game, and shows exclusive behind the scenes access with explanations from the key artists and directors. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $65.00.

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Phantoms of the Heart Part 1 - (W) Ron Marz (A/CA) Stjepan Sejic story RON MARZ art & cover STJEPAN SEJIC 'PHANTOMS OF THE HEART', PART 1 Tom Judge, a former priest-cum-FBI profiler and bearer of the Rapture, and his partner Tilly Grimes track down another Artifact bearer - a doctor. But this trip to the hospital may prove fatal for one of them. Cover price $3.99.

Broussard SDCC Exclusive cover. Phantoms of the Heart Part 1 - (W) Ron Marz (A/CA) Stjepan Sejic story RON MARZ art & cover STJEPAN SEJIC 'PHANTOMS OF THE HEART', PART 1 Tom Judge, a former priest-cum-FBI profiler and bearer of the Rapture, and his partner Tilly Grimes track down another Artifact bearer - a doctor. But this trip to the hospital may prove fatal for one of them. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Collects Artifacts (2010 Top Cow) #0-13, and Artifacts Origins (2011 Image) #0. Written by Ron Marz. Art by Michael Broussard, Whilce Portacio, Jeremy Haun, and Dale Keown. Cover Art by Dale Keown. Individually, thirteen ancient and mystical Artifacts have guided mankind since the beginning of time. Now together, thirteen Artifacts will threaten to destroy everything when a mysterious antagonist known only as the Survivor orchestrates a grand symphony to draw the Artifact bearers together. Featuring virtually every character in the Top Cow Universe, including Witchblade, The Darkness, Angelus, Magdalena, Cyberforce, Hunter-Killer, and many more! Slip Cased Hardcover, 448 pages, full color. Cover price $99.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Rebirth!" Collects Artifacts (2010 Top Cow) #14-18. Written by Ron Marz. Art and cover by STJEPAN SEJIC. In this introductory-priced volume, the longtime WITCHBLADE team of RON MARZ and STJEPAN SEJIC unveil the new shape of the Top Cow Universe. Former priest and current FBI profiler, Tom Judge, can't shake the feeling that something is horribly and inherently wrong with the world. He blames it on past trauma, but a new investigation of gangland violence linked to mobster Jackie Estacado will reveal he may very well be right... and setting things right may destroy everything. ! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

Sterling (Orion) Edition - 2nd and later printings. Written by Rene Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. The wonderful village where Asterix and Obelix live has only one drawback: its bard is the worst musician in the ancient world. Whenever Cacofonix strikes up a tune, the sun hides behind the clouds and the rain begins to fall. But, then a fakir flies in on a magic carpet asking for help in ending a terrible drought in his kingdom. Otherwise, his daughter Orinjade will be sacrificed to the gods. Suddenly, Cacofonix's talents come in mighty handy. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $10.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Collects Asterix the Legionary, Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield, and Asterix at the the Olympic Games. Asterix's millions of fans will want this attractive collector's edition, featuring three favorite stories. In Asterix the Legionary, Asterix and Obelix head to battle to rescue Tragicomix, whom the Romans have forcibly conscripted. It's a race to the finish in Asterix and the Chieftain's Shield as the Romans and the Gauls both try to track down a missing shield that Caesar needs for a triumphant ceremony. And Asterix and the Gauls go for the gold in Asterix at the Olympic Games - but their magic potion is banned! Can our heroes win without it? Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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Cover by Dustin Weaver (W) Marjorie M. Liu (A) Mike Perkins Karma is losing control of her mind, and taking control of the other X-Men! When Kyle is put in danger, will Northstar choose him or his team? Don't miss the end of this issue - it'll be the most talked about moment of the year! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 50 Variant Cover by John Cassaday (W) Marjorie M. Liu (A) Mike Perkins Karma is losing control of her mind, and taking control of the other X-Men! When Kyle is put in danger, will Northstar choose him or his team? Don't miss the end of this issue - it'll be the most talked about moment of the year! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 100 Variant Cover by John Cassaday (W) Marjorie M. Liu (A) Mike Perkins Karma is losing control of her mind, and taking control of the other X-Men! When Kyle is put in danger, will Northstar choose him or his team? Don't miss the end of this issue - it'll be the most talked about moment of the year! Cover price $3.99.

SECOND PRINTING Cover by Dustin Weaver (W) Marjorie M. Liu (A) Mike Perkins Karma is losing control of her mind, and taking control of the other X-Men! When Kyle is put in danger, will Northstar choose him or his team? Don't miss the end of this issue - it'll be the most talked about moment of the year! Cover price $3.99.

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(W) Brian Clevinger (A) Matt Speroni (CA) Scott Wegener It's called The Flying She-Devils of the Pacific. If there's another combination of English words that could better sell you on a comic book than those, it probably involves 'give you' and 'a million dollars.' Cover price $3.50.

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AvX Tie-in - (W) Brian Michael Bendis (A/CA) Walter Simonson One of the Avengers must betray the team to fulfill their destiny with the Phoenix. A game-changer for the Avengers franchise...and it is not who you think! Comics legend Walt Simonson is back!! Cover price $3.99.

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AVX Tie-in - Protective Services: Part 1 - (W) Christos N. Gage (A) Tom Grummett (CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli Both issues tie-in to AVENGERS VS. X-MEN! The Utopia and Gen Hope teens have come to the Academy...as prisoners? Sebastian Shaw strikes! Guest-starring Wolverine, Hawkeye, Hercules and Captain America! Cover price $2.99.

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AVX Tie-in - Protective Services: Part 2 - (W) Christos N. Gage (A) Tom Grummett (CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli Both issues tie-in to AVENGERS VS. X-MEN! The Utopia and Gen Hope teens have come to the Academy...as prisoners? Sebastian Shaw strikes! Guest-starring Wolverine, Hawkeye, Hercules and Captain America! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A/CA) Mark Bagley Avengers versus the Zodiac! But who is behind the Zodiac? PLUS! The reappearance of a team of characters you've been clamoring for! Cover price $3.99.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (A/CA) Mark Bagley Avengers versus the Zodiac! But who is behind the Zodiac? PLUS! The reappearance of a team of characters you've been clamoring for! Cover price $3.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Collects Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #35-40, ANNUAL 2000, Avengers: The Ultron Imperative (2001), and Maximum Security (2000) #1-3 and Maximum Security: Dangerous Planet (2000).

Written by KURT BUSIEK. Art by JERRY ORDWAY, STEVE EPTING, ALAN DAVIS, NORM BREYFOGLE, IAN CHURCHILL and JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by ALAN DAVIS.

The Avengers embark on international adventure against a nation-sized knight and a city of Hulks! Then, it's off to small-town Centerville to face Salem's Seven and the Sons of the Serpent! Plus: A major Marvel crossover! Avengers in space, and inquiries answered by the man who knows Earth's Mightiest Heroes best!

Softcover, 416 pages, full color.

Cover price $34.99.

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(W) Fred Van Lente. (A) Neil Edwards, Steve Kurth, Rick Magyar, Andrew Hennessy. (CA) Black Widow photo cover. A brand-new Black Widow solo adventure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Before Natasha assembles with the Avengers Initiative, see her in this hard-hitting espionage adventure set between the events of IRON MAN 2 and MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Fred Van Lente. (A) Ron Lim, Agustin Padilla, Jaime Mendoza. (CA) Adi Granov. A brand-new Black Widow solo adventure from the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Before Natasha assembles with the Avengers Initiative, see her in this hard-hitting espionage adventure set between the events of IRON MAN 2 and MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS! Cover price $2.99.

(W) Christopher Yost. (A) Khoi Pham, Ramon Bachs, Terry Pallot, Raul Fonts. (CA) Khoi Pham. Two breathtaking tales of THE AVENGERS: EARTH'S MIGHTIEST HEROES by Chris Yost, the head writer of the hit animated series. Lightning striking stone! Thor and Iron Man vs. Grey Gargoyle! Plus: It's might vs. bright when Hulk, Wasp and Hawkeye take on Marvel's most malicious Mensa member: the Wizard! Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Fred Van Lente (A/CA) Ron Lim The all-ages, action-packed prequel to the Avengers movie is here! Meet the incredible cast of the Avengers Initiative: Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye! The perfect introduction to The Avengers movie coming out in May 2012! Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Jim Cheung (W) Ed Brubaker (A) John Romita Jr The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 100 Variant Cover by Sara Pichelli (W) Ed Brubaker (A) John Romita Jr. The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 200 Variant Cover by Sara Pichelli (W) Ed Brubaker (A) John Romita The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by J. Scott Campbell. (W) Ed Brubaker. (A) John Romita. The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

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(W) Ed Brubaker. (A) John Romita. (CA) J. Scott Campbell. The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

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(W) Ed Brubaker. (A) John Romita. (CA) J. Scott Campbell. The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

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SECOND PRINTING Cover by Jim Cheung (W) Ed Brubaker (A) John Romita The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.

THIRD PRINTING Cover by Jim Cheung (W) Ed Brubaker (A) John Romita The Avengers and the X-Men scour the Earth searching for the host of the Phoenix! Hope takes matters into her own hands! And Captain America and Wolverine come to bitter blows! Cover price $3.99.