Comic books in 'Gaming Hobby'

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Perfect World II is a collection of stunning promotional art from famous game studio Perfect World, Co., Ltd, that brings the larger-than-life characters and settings of Perfect World's creations directly into its audiences' grasp. Four sections covering character posters, scene posters, plot posters and case studies present a visual feast for CG art fans with stunning images of characters, settings and battles both conceptual and realized in their games. Now the work of these award-winning artists - many of which have never been published before - have been assembled in a collection that reveals Perfect World's visions of gods, goddesses, demons, and angels, all set against the epic background of Chinese mythology. Softcover, 10-in. x 14-in., 176 pages, full color Cover price $35.00.

1st printing. Written by Atlus. Art and Cover by Shigenori Soejima. Featuring the character designs of Shigenori Soejima! Go behind the scenes of Persona 4, the final game of the landmark Persona series! Inside you'll find character designs, rough sketches, backgrounds & settings, an exclusive interview with the game's creators, and more! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Cats, Dogs, and Horses!" CATS, DOGS, AND HORSES, OH MY! When faced with the wide assortment of magical and wondrous creatures fantasy settings present, its easy to forget about the animals so similar to the ones we know in real life. The mundane critters we know so well seemingly have no role to play in a game full of the beatss of dreams and nightmares. But how far can your adventuring party get without horses? PHANTASIA XOOLOGICA tales a fresh look at real world animals species for inclusion in your fantasy game. This first volume explores cats, dogs, and horses - mundane and fantastic alike. Among the dozens of entries, you'll find everything from Golden Retrievers abd Clydesdales, to orcish wolf-dogs and scimitar cats, to magical maeki beko and horrific zombie steeds. If having such amazing creatures wasn't enough, you can outfit them from the gear and equipment also included in this book. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 68 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

1st printing. "Wilderness: Book 4!" By Bryan Hinnen and Dan Haufee. This exciting, fun-packed module brings to life part of JG's campaign map one. Numerous wilderness, village, and dungeons maps, complete with fascinating descriptions are crammed into this 48-pages fantasy adventure. Compatible with Dungeons and Dragons system. Softcover (Newsprint Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.98.

Add to cart Near Mint $3.00

Add to cart Near Mint $3.00

1st printing.

Written by Shuky. Art and cover by Gorobei. Translated by Adam Marostica.

In Pirates: The City of Skulls, you'll explore the bustling pirate town. Will you be able to unlock its secrets and find what you are looking for? A new way, in graphic novel form, to experience the kind of game books popularized years ago. It's your choices, your adventure, and your story.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 114 pages, full color.

Cover price $22.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

1st printing.

Written by Shuky. Art and cover by Gorobei. Translated by Adam Marostica.

In this Graphic Novel Adventure, you will take the role of an intrepid pirate solving a curse that has befallen an island! How you catch them is up to you as you'll encounter foes, puzzles, traps, riddles, and more as your choices guide you through to victory or defeat. A new way, in graphic novel form, to experience the kind of gamebooks popularized years ago. It's your choices, your adventure, and your story.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $22.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

1st printing. Plugged In features interviews with comics greats Gerry Conway, Roy Thomas and Elliot S! Maggin who speak candidly about the early days of Atari along with comics pros Jimmy Palmiotti, Chris Bachalo, Mike Deodato, Joshua Ortega, and Rick Remender discussing their work on the current generation video game hits! There are interviews with other artists and writers who made the leap to working in video games full time, including an in-depth interview with Trent Kaniuga (CreeD) about working as one of the architects of the long awaited Diablo III! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $16.95.

1st printing. All the newest Pokémon are packed into this Super Sticker book! Kids will find everything they need to keep track of their Pokémon collections, plus stickers of Ash and his traveling companions. Over 170 stickers inside. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

1st printing. It's Pokémon puzzle power! Over sixty pages of activities, quizzes, Sudoku, and more - all starring the latest, coolest Pokémon. Plus, 25 cool stickers inside! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. By J. Douglas Arnold, Mark Elies, James Yamada and Takewaki. Can't wait? Neither could we! Complete Walk-through! Helpful Translations! 100 New Pokemon! Maps, Pictures and more! You too, can play through Pokemon Gold & Silver now with this in-depth guide to the Japanese version. Exclusive Flashcards! Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. NOTE: This guide is NOT written for the American/English version of Pokemon Gold & Silver. Many names and some parts of the story will vary. Cover price $12.95.

Promotional strategy guide/comic that came with an issue of Nintendo Power Magazine. Strategy guide covers the first 8 areas of Pokemon Blue or Red for the original Gameboy. Also contains a comic featuring the first adventure of Ash and Pikachu.

Promotional strategy guide/comic that came with an issue of Nintendo Power Magazine. Strategy guide covers the first 8 areas of Pokemon Blue or Red for the original Gameboy. Also contains a comic featuring the first adventure of Ash and Pikachu.

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

Add to cart Near Mint $7.95

2nd and later printings. Br Brian Brokaw and J. Douglas Arnold. It's the sequel to the hot-selling Pokémon trading Card Game Player's Guide. Now you can learn awesome strategies for using the new cards from the Fossil Expansion set. Every Fossil card featured and analyzed, with exclusive strategies, combos, and more! Collector's Guide for both U.S. and Japanese card sets! All new tournament winning chapter! Exclusive killer card combos - when to play you trainer cards most effectively. Also: Trading Card Pokédex, Evolution Guide, PokéLingo Glossary, and much more! Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

1st printing. Edited by Noriko Tseng. Art by Mitsuhiro Arita, Tomokazu Komiya. Featuring art collections, interviews, and a step by step look at the creation of Pokemon trading card illustrations, this is a must have for any aspiring Pokemon Master! Softcover, 192 pages, Text (with color illustrations and photos)

Does NOT include Dust Jacket - 1st printing. Edited by Noriko Tseng. Art by Mitsuhiro Arita, Tomokazu Komiya. Featuring art collections, interviews, and a step by step look at the creation of Pokemon trading card illustrations, this is a must have for any aspiring Pokemon Master! Softcover, 192 pages, Text (with color illustrations and photos)

1st printing. By Brian Brokaw and J. Douglas Arnold. The ultimate player's guide for the ultimate trading card game! This independent, uncensored, full-color book features the most in-depth analysis available, including: tournament-winning playing; collector's guide to U.S. and Japanese card sets; "Deck-struction" deck construction secrets to unbeatable decks; exclusive Killer Card Combos - when to play your trainer cards most effectively; and Pokemania! A look at everything Pokemon. Includes a bonus full color chapter covering Pokmon Snap for the Nintendo 64. Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Introductory Issue - Reprinted in 1989 and given to all new RPGA members. It was first offered for sale to existing members in Polyhedron #49 (Sept. 1989). Softcover, 8" x 11", 32 pages, B&W.