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Cover by Dave Stevens. This elegant new anthology will feature the best work by the best cartoonists the world over! In this special 64-page, perfect-bound first issue: A beautiful Dave Steven's cover, Phillipe Druillet's The Lone Sloane, Adele and the Beast by Jacques Tardi, Angel Fusion by Kato and Goto, and stories by a host of other renowned creators, including Schuiten and Peeters, Andreas, and Cossu. 64 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Written by MARK MILLAR. Pencils and Cover by STEVE MCNIVEN. Variant & Sketch Variant Covers by MICHAEL TURNER. It all ends here! The startling battle that will determine the future of the Marvel Universe! 32 PGS./Rated T+

Limited Treasured Edition, signed by Roy Thomas and limited to 750. This final issue is a 68-page Conan spectacular! After being cast out by Isparana and the Free Companions, Conan may find a new career as head of the Hyrkanian outlaws...if he survives. This is Conan as he was meant to be, taking everything that comes his way and hitting back with blood in his eye! Characters: Conan; GS: Isparana, Turgohl; V: Milo, Zorka, Drago, Yezdigerd; I: Tania. "Cry Kozak!" is written by Roy Thomas, with art by Mike Docherty, Ricardo Villagran, Alfredo Alcala and Ernie Chan. Cover by Colin MacNeil.

Cover by J.H. Williams Priest (w)/Joe Bennett (p)/Danny Miki (I) The events of the TRUTH limited series rock the Marvel Universe of today! In the worst neighborhood in the worst section of New York, Jim Rhodes, the one-time War Machine, will need more than his wits to achieve justice on the street. He'll need...the Crew.32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG...$2.50

"The Summoning!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Dick Giordano. This is it, the biggest, and arguably most important, event in the history of the DCU. A wave of unstoppable destructive force is sweeping across the multiverse and indiscriminately destroying everything in its path. Nothing seems able to stop it. The Crime Syndicate of Amerika (evil versions of the JLA) of Earth-3 die trying, along with their world. Batman receives an ominous warning from the Flash. Weather and natural disasters are out of control. An eclectic group of heroes and villains from around the multiverse are assembled to halt the death and destruction, and the being known as the Monitor may be the only one who can help them. 1st appearance of Alexander Luthor. Featuring the deaths of the Crime Syndicate of Amerika and Lex Luthor of Earth-3. NOTE: What can I say about "Crisis" accept that it's epic, meaningful, engrossing, and grand in scope. As an eleven year old comic fan, I remember being absolutely blown away by this story. Marv Wolfman and George Perez are truly masters of their craft. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

"Worlds in Limbo!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Mike DeCarlo. The unthinkable has happened. Harbinger, under the control of the enemy, betrayed her father figure and murdered the Monitor. Now what hope does the multiverse have for survival against the unrelenting wave of anti-matter which is destroying everything in its path? In a desperate attempt to mount a defense Harbinger, Pariah, and Alexander Luther assemble all the remaining heroes of the multiverse. Plus, in a machiavellian move the enemy delivers a devastating attack on the Guardians of the Universe and the Green Lantern Corps. And at last, the diabolical villain behind all the death and destruction stands revealed. 1st appearance of the Anti-Monitor.

"A Flash of the Lightning!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Jerry Ordway. Fresh off his set-back of last issue, the nefarious Anti-Monitor is reborn and he's more powerful and more determined than ever to destroy all life in the multiverse. As this sinister villain threatens to destroy all life in the positive universe, the only one left to stop him is the Flash, but at what cost. Don't miss one of the most heroic moments in the history of this medium as the Scarlet Speedster sacrifices all to preserve life in the DCU. Featuring the heroic death of the Flash (Barry Allen). NOTE: This was a character defining moment that can still be felt in the Post-Crisis DCU today. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

"War Zone!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Jerry Ordway. This one is big. The dastardly duo of Brainiac and Lex Luthor assemble the greatest force for evil the multiverse has ever seen. With the heroes distracted by the Crisis, the villains of the DCU unite into an army the likes of which has never been seen before and perform a coup de tat on the remaining Earths. Can the heroes mount a counter attack and still remain vigilant against the Anti-Monitor? Plus, Guy Gardner, arguably the most rash character in the DCU, is finally given the Power Ring that was always meant to be his. Featuring the death of the Golden Age Lex Luthor of Earth-2 and Aquagirl.

"Death at the Dawn of Time!" Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Perez and Jerry Ordway. In an attempt to finally crush his enemies, the Anti-Monitor travels to the Dawn of Time. In a coordinated effort by the heroes and villains of the DCU, they try to prevent this killing blow, and fail. Now, only the spirit of vengeance known as the Spectre stands defiant against the total annihilation of everything. But does even this immeasurably powerful being possess enough power to stop the Anti-Monitor when the villain has added the strength of all the heroes to his own? This is the end of everything as we know it and nothing will ever be the same again, literally. Includes a look at the Monitor's Tapes. Featuring the death of Psi-Mon and the end of the multiverse.

1st Printing dated February 1989. Book One: Pain. Story, art and cover by James OBarr. The first Crow miniseries, and the characters second appearance (after Caliber Presents #1). Murdered by thugs, Eric Draven is resurrected as The Crow, a deathless spirit of vengeance. 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers.

SECOND PRINTING dated October 1989. 1st Appearance of Crow. NOTE: The 1st printing was dated February 1989.

Promotional mini comics that originally came with Spawn # 1 comic and Todd McFarlane 45 minute video "Facts and Illusions". Mini comic. Full color 16 pages, 4" x 7 1/2". Art by Todd McFarlane, Jason Pearson, & Karl Story

First printing cover (no printing indicated on cover) by Joseph Michael Linsner. Stories and art by Joseph Michael Linsner, Joe Monks and Michael Patricks, plus an introduction by Steven R. Bissette. An urban horror anthology, this issue has the distinction of presenting the first ever appearance of Dawn, later a long-running character of the bad girl era, on its cover. Rainstorms & Maniacs; Tokens; Paint it Black; Esque; Bring Me a Dream; Kids Meal. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. NOTE: 2nd and 3rd printings stated on cover.

Marvel UK presents Cyberspace 3000, with a cover that explodes with glow in the dark detail. This spectacular science fiction saga charts the harrowing journey of a group of Earth's survivors in desperate search of a future. Guest starring Galactus. Written by Gary Russell. Art by Steve Tappin and Michael Eve. Cover by Liam Sharp and Andy Lanning.

Direct Edition. Bubble bath cover. Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Alex Garner. "Dangerous Liaisons," script by J. Scott Campbell (plot) and Andy Hartnell (script), pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Alex Garner and Scott Williams; Abbey Chase and her fellow Danger Girls lose The Peach as he and his minions escape; Abbey destroys a pair of helicopters in the process; The Danger Girls head for Interlaken, Switzerland after hitching a ride from a man we discover is Secret Agent Zero in disguise; Johnny Barracuda encounters Kid Dynamo; Abbey takes a bubble bath. Wildstorm Times ad. 36 pgs., full color.

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson. First appearance of Elektra in Elektra, script by Frank Miller, pencils by Frank Miller (breakdowns) and Klaus Janson (finished art), inks by Klaus Janson; Matt is after an international criminal being protected by Eric Slaughter when he runs across his college sweetheart turned bounty hunter; this story, by the way, is a reworking of a couple of classic Spirit stories by Will Eisner, Sand Serif and Bring in Sand Serif (1950). 36 pgs. Cover price $0.50.

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson. Last Hand, script by Frank Miller, pencils by Frank Miller (breakdowns) and Klaus Janson (finished art), inks by Klaus Janson; Bullseye breaks out of prison; Elektra hunts down Foggy and is about to kill him until she recognizes him as Matt's buddy from college; Bullseye fights Elektra and kills her with her own sai; DD goes after Bullseye and ends up dropping him from a great height, breaking every bone in his body; Kingpin appearance; story narrated by Bullseye; story dedicated to the memory of Wally Wood 1927-1981. Full page pin-up ad for Marvel Fanfare, art by Michael Golden. Statement of Ownership average # of copies in preceding 12 months: 276,812

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Klaus Janson. Last Hand, script by Frank Miller, pencils by Frank Miller (breakdowns) and Klaus Janson (finished art), inks by Klaus Janson; Bullseye breaks out of prison; Elektra hunts down Foggy and is about to kill him until she recognizes him as Matt's buddy from college; Bullseye fights Elektra and kills her with her own sai; DD goes after Bullseye and ends up dropping him from a great height, breaking every bone in his body; Kingpin appearance; story narrated by Bullseye; story dedicated to the memory of Wally Wood 1927-1981. Full page pin-up ad for Marvel Fanfare, art by Michael Golden. Statement of Ownership average # of copies in preceding 12 months: 276,812

Cover pencils by Scott McDaniel, inks by Bud LaRosa. Magus version of Daredevil pinup, pencils by Scott McDaniel, inks by Brad Vancata. Devil Ye Rouge, script by Glenn Herdling, pencils by Scott McDaniel, inks by Bud La Rosa; While Daredevil tries to save a Hatian refugee from the Nameless One, Calypso fights and defeats the Daredevil doppelganger sent by the Magus; Infinity War crossover. 36 pgs. $1.25.

1st printing (white cover). Direct Edition. Cover art by Scott McDaniel. Fall From Grace Prologue: Temptation, script by D.G. Chichester, pencils by Scott McDaniel, inks by Hector Collazo and Harry Candelario; Daredevil keeps a homeless man from burning down a church; Hellspawn kills a voodoo priest; John Garrett, cyborg agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., thinks he's the President; former General Kenkoy hires Silver Sable to find his long-lost relative, Eddie. Elektra and the Kingpin make brief appearances. 36 pgs. $1.25.

Painted cover by David Mack. Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti welcome aboard new writer David Mack! As Matt Murdock attempts to rebuild his life from the ashes of the "Guardian Devil" story arc, old friends and new foes arrive! And when a mysterious man contacts Matt and claims to know the secret of Wilson Fisk's criminal empire, a new twist is added to the battle between Daredevil and his nemesis, the Kingpin!"

cover by quesada, PALMIOTTI & mack david mack/joe quesada/jimmy palmiotti Introducing Echo, a new villain so strange you'll swear you're hearing her name over and oer and over and...! Matt Murdock gets slapped upside the head by Cupid as a new romantic interest enters his still shattered life. But is she the lady of his dreams or a nightmare waiting to happen? Plus: Daredevil uncovers a deep dark secret thatcould destroy the Kingpin! "Quesada's art is simply gorgeous. A classic in the making and the best mainstream comic around at the moment, bar none. Score: 10 (out of 10)" -Comics International "

Matt's passion for Elektra blinds him (no pun intended) to the truth about her, Elektra's bloodlust has her take on 5 thugs alone, and Stick has a warning for Matt. Part 3 of 5. Script by Frank Miller, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Al Williamson. Romita Jr./Williamson cover. Red foil and embossed cover.

Limited (1 for 15) Edition Young Guns Variant by MIKE CHOI and SONIA OBACK. The Prince: Part 2 of 3 - Dark Reign tie-in - Written by DANIEL WAY and MARJORIE LIU. Art by GIUSEPPE CAMUNCOLI. From the pages of DARK AVENGERS, the journey of WOLVERINE'S son continues! Just as Daken's Machiavellian plans begin to take shape, he hits a snag. Or rather, four of them. Guest-starring THE FANTASTIC FOUR! 32 pags, full color.

Direct Edition. Cover art by Mike Manley. Dawn of the Darkhawk, script by Danny Fingeroth, art by Mike Manley; Chris Powell finds the Darkhawk amulet; Bazin is unable to bribe Chris' mother (an assistant DA), but bribes Chris' father (a cop) who then leaves the family; Bazin and Hobgoblin want the Darkhawk power; Saint Johnny gives Chris the name Darkhawk. 36 pgs. $1.00.

Variant black cover by Marc Sylvestri. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color.

Darkwing Duck, a.k.a. the Terror That Flaps In The Night, tries to foil Taurus Bulba's plot to steal the Ram Rod in Brawl in the Family Part One: "Darkly Dawns the Duck." Continued next issue. Script & pencils by John Blair Moore. Inks by George Wildman. Plus: 3-page interview with Jim Cummings, the voice of Darkwing Duck in the animated series. Cover by John Blair Moore & Gary Martin.

Corrected version with pages 24 & 25 printed in color. Dazzler origin in "So Bright This Star." Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by John Romite Jr., inks by Alfredo Alcala. Guest appearances by Spider-Man, the X-Men (Storm, Wolverine, Colossus, Nightcrawler, and Sprite), the Avengers (Hawkeye, the Beast, Iron Man, the Wasp, and Captain America), and the Enchantress. This issue was not sold on newsstands, but available only from direst-sale outlets. Bob Larkin painted cover.

Superman & Green Lantern story. 1st appearance of the New Teen Titans in preview story, featuring art by George Perez & Dick Giordano. 1st appearance of Raven, Cyborg, & Starfire. Marv Wolfman story. Jim Starlin cover. Jim Starlin and Steve Mitchell art.

Superman and Manhunter from Mars star in "The Key That Unlocked Chaos!" First appearance of Mongul. Written by Len Wein, with art by Jim Starlin, Dick Giordano and Frank McLaughlin. Characters: Superman; Martian Manhunter [J'onn J'onzz, Manhunter from Mars]; Mongul (intro, villain); Steve Lombard; Jimmy Olsen; Lois Lane; The Warzoon (aliens, flashback); The Largas (aliens, flashback); green kryptonite. Plus: "Whatever Happened to Congorilla?" Written by Bob Rozakis, with art by Romeo Tanghal and Frank Chiaramonte. Characters: Congo Bill; Congorilla; Golden Gorilla; Janu; Mose; K'Bani (villain); Fred Cantrell (villain). Cover by Jim Starlin.

1st printing. Direct Edition. 1st appearance He-Man and the Masters of the Universe in comics. Superman vs. He-Man and The Masters of the Universe in "From Eternia with Death!" written by Paul Kupperberg with art by Curt Swan and inks by Mike DeCarlo.

1st printing. Newsstand Edition. 1st appearance He-Man and the Masters of the Universe in comics. Superman vs. He-Man and The Masters of the Universe in "From Eternia with Death!" written by Paul Kupperberg with art by Curt Swan and inks by Mike DeCarlo.

Crisis on Infinite Earths cross-over. Zapped by an alien ray, Superman hops dimensions and teams up with Superboy-Prime to battle Polarians on Earth-Prime in the 24-page "Year of the Comet." Continued in Adventures of Superman (1939) #414. Script by Elliot S! Maggin, art by Curt Swan & Al Williamson. Plus: the 16-page "Origin of Superboy-Prime" by Maggin, Swan & Williamson. Cover by Eduardo Barreto.

COVER BY UDON GAIL SIMONE (W)/UDON (A) The Taskmaster stops by as Deadpool faces his most deadly adversary ever -- his own head! Will Deadpool's own insanity lead to his undoing? Plus: The Taskmaster stops by for a visit, and a warning, about 'Pool's newest archenemy, the Black Swan! But who could possibly scare the pants off of two of Marvel's most deadly assassins?

Head Trip: Part 2 - Cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM. Written by VICTOR GISCHLER. Art by BONG DAZO. It's the Merc with two mouths! It's the Dawn of the Living Deadpool! It's...oh, you get the point. Crash-landing in the Savage Land, Deadpool finds himself face-to-face with the last thing on Earth he ever expected to see: his own Zombiefied head! To make matters worse, the nasty little critter went ahead and bit a few of the locals, so Deadpool has to put the smackdown on some zombie cavemen if he's going to have any chance at escaping and completing his mission. Did we mention that a crack team of Hydra mercenaries are waiting in the wings? 32 pages. Parental Advisory

Direct Edition. The Circle Chase Round 1: Ducks in a Row - Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art and Cover by Joe Madureira and Mark Farmer. Sporting an outrageous cover -- an embossed figure of Deadpool is positioned leaning against a full cover sized embossed logo. This series pits Deadpool against Juggernaut, Black Tom Cassidy, Nyko and a wicked new villain, Slayback! 32 pages, full color.

Marvel Graphic Novel Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Jim Starlin. In the critically-acclaimed THE DEATH OF CAPTAIN MARVEL, watch the dying hero tragically succumb to the cancer that ravages his body. This is one of the greatest super-hero stories ever told, by one of the medium's master storytellers - Jim Starlin! Featuring appearances by Thanos, Spider-Man, Hulk, Fantastic Four, the Avengers, X-Men, Defenders, Inhumans, Daredevil, and more. Softcover, 64 pages, 8 1/4-in. x 11-in., full color.

Cover art by Denys Cowan. The Wolf Is At The Door, script by Dwayne McDuffie and Gregory Wright, pencils by Denys Cowan, inks by Mike Manley; Deathlok stops Harlan Ryker's warwolf from killing others who would testify against Ryker. 36 pgs. $1.75.

Cover art by Al Milgrom. The Final Conflict?, script by J. M. DeMatteis, pencils by Don Perlin (breakdowns) and Joe Sinnott (finished art), inks by Joe Sinnott; Mephisto reveals that Eternity's missing parts stretched the fabric of the multiverse, and so does Dr. Strange Teleportation spell, he created the 6 fingered hand to make Dr. Strange use the spell over and over. Hot-Tempered Triumph! Hostess Twinkies ad with the Human Torch. 32 pgs. $0.50.

Batman: Year Two, Part 1 of 4. "Fear the Reaper!" Story by Mike W. Barr. Art by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. In a story that takes place in the Batman's early years, the Dark Knight comes face-to-face with the Reaper, a vigilante who has become judge, jury, and executioner on the criminal underworld.

Cover art by Mike Mignola. Fever starring Batman, Scarface, and Ventriloquist, script by John Wagner and Alan Grant, pencils by Norm Breyfogle, inks by Kim DeMulder; first appearance of Scarface and Ventriloquist. 32 pgs. $0.75.

"Shadow of the Sun!" Part 1. Story by Alan Grant. Art by Norm Breyfogle and Dick Giordano. Tim Drake dreams of becoming Robin, the Boy Wonder. Meanwhile, the plane carrying Tim Drake's parents goes missing and the Dark Knight intends to find out why.

The Dark Knight steps out of his element when he attempts to stop a river pirate who is preying upon Gotham City's yachts and gambling boats. Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Written by Chuck Dixon, with art by Graham Nolan and Scott Hanna. Cover by Nolan. Miraweb Format.

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL;ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, JEFF JOHNSON, STEVE MITCHELL, AND DAN PANOSIAN;COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. Following the events of "Officer Down," a party is held as cops and Gotham's elite ? including Two-Face ? turn out to say farewell to one of Gotham's finest! But how can Bruce Wayne slip away and become Batman in order to stop Two-Face, when he can't seem to ditch his ever-present bodyguard, Sasha Bordeaux? Plus, Chapter 10 of "The Jacobian." FC, 40 PG.

FIRST PRINTING. Elegy: Part 1 of 4 - Written by Greg Rucka. Art by JH Williams and Cully Hamner. Cover by JH Williams. A new era in the history of DETECTIVE COMICS begins as Batwoman is unleashed on Gotham City! Marked by the blood-red bat, Kate Kane is a soldier fighting her own private war - one that began years ago and haunts her every waking moment. With a script by Greg Rucka and breath-taking art by JH Williams III, you've never seen anything like this! Featuring the debut of a new co-feature starring The Question written by Rucka! Odds against you? Alone and nowhere to turn? Willing to fight, but you don't know how? When you're searching everywhere for an answer, sometimes all you need to do is ask the right Question. Renee Montoya again dons the faceless mask to help those in need, all the while searching for her own answers in this new adventure with art by Cully Hamner (BLUE BEETLE). Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by JH Williams III ), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by JG Jones). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale June 24 ? 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Oreo Cookie promotional comic from 1984. Reprints Batman cover and story from Detective #27, plus Robin origin from Detective #38, and first Joker appearance from Batman #1. 32-pages, all newsprint, full-color standard comic book size.

"Strange Tales!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Ghost Rider. Story Roy and Dann Thomas. Art by Chris Marrinan and Mark McKenna. Cover by Michael golden. Story continued from Ghost Rider #12. Can the Sorcerer Supreme and the Spirit of Vengeance play nice long enough to thwart evil?

cover by leonardo manco chuck dixon (w)/leonardo manco (p & i) Continuing the new adventure starring comics' #1 villain! Stay in a world totally dominated by your will, but which you knows to be a fabrication, or attempt the perilous journey back to Earth ? which will Dr. Doom choose? Or is there some way he can eat his cake and have it too? 7-59606-05186-1-00311 (MarvelPG) 2.50

Direct Edition. Video Game Stars in Their Comics Debut! "Enter the Double Dragon." Written by Dwayne McDuffie, pencils by Tom Raney, inks & colors by Brad Vancata, lettering by Pat Brosseau. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Andy Mangels (w), Fabio Laguna (p & i), Tony Washington (c) Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Dragon's Lair, the stars of one of the top arcade games in history make their comic book debut! Swearing revenge on Dirk the Daring for killing his offspring, the deadly dragon Singe swoops up Princess Daphne in his razor- sharp claws! Now, armed with his courage and skills, our brave knight must survive the dangers of the Dark Kingdom to save his Princess! It's swordplay, sorcery, dragons, and damsels...plus a pinch of humor! Lead on, adventurer...your quest awaits! 32 pgs, full color, on sale August 6 $2.95