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By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Arriving at last in the beautiful city of Roid, the pilgrims from Flaim believe that their mission is nearly completed, as they will soon meet with King Etoh. But it turns out that Marmo is menacing Roid, and its skeletal warriors are attacking the city's Pharis monastery - under the leadership of a Dark Elf! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Arriving at last in the beautiful city of Roid, the brave band led by Spark believe that their pilgrimage from Flaim is over when they meet with King Etoh, and that their mission to recover the Crystal Ball of Souls is nearly completed. But it turns out that Marmo is menacing Roid, and its skeletal warriors are attacking the city's Pharis monastery - under the leadership of a Dark Elf! The soldiers of Roid are no match for these dark warriors, and the Dark Elf may soon control the destiny of the city...and of Spark and his friends! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. A Dark Elf has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. Instead of this being the end of the quest of the brave band led by Spark, it is a new conflict. Their mission to recover the Crystal Ball of Souls must wait, as King Etoh needs their help. Marmo is menacing Roid, and its skeletal warriors are attacking the city's Pharis monastery. The band of heroes fight their way into the monastery, and lead the beautiful and magical Neece into the inner-sanctum, where they confront the Dark Elf! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. It's an all-action issue of Heroic Knight as Spark and his band of heroes face the Dark Elf who has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. Instead of the end of the quest of the brave band led by Spark, it is a new conflict. Their mission to recover the Crystal Ball of Souls must wait because Roid and King Etoh need their help. The Dark Elf has led a band of skeletal warriors in taking over the city's Pharis monastery and together with the beautiful and magical Neece they face the Elf in the sacred inner sanctum. One by one, the beautiful Laina, Gallac the Warrior, and Lief the Dark Elf! Chronicle of the Heroic Knight is another fabulous story in the ongoing series of Lodoss sagas, an exciting and character-driven story that's filled with action and surprises. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Spark and his band of heroes face the Dark Elf who has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. In a fierce battle in the bowels of the Palace, one by one the band of heroes face the magical and martial prowess of this dark spiritual being. Spark uses all of his skill as a swordsman, Leyli attacks him with her powerful whip, and it seems as though victory is theirs. Suddenly, the Dark Elf brings out a new weapon - he conjures up his own angel! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Spark and his band of heroes face the Dark Elf who has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. In a fierce battle in the bowels of the Palace, one by one the band of heroes face the magical and martial power of this dark spiritual being. Suddenly, the Dark Elf brings out a new weapon - he conjures up his own angel! The Guardian's magic is strong, and soon the brave fighter Gallac has fallen under its spell, and turns on his dear friends and companions! Spark and his companions are at the mercy of this winged being and its new human ally, their friend! Evil has never been so beautiful or worn such an angelic aspect as it does in this dangerous and magical battle in the world of Lodoss!Chronicle of the Heroic Knight is another fabulous story in the ongoing series of Lodoss sagas, an exciting and character-driven story that's filled with action and surprises. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Spark and his band of heroes face the Dark Elf who has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. In a fierce battle, the Dark Elf has brought out a new weapon - he conjures up his own angel! The Guardian's magic is strong, and soon the brave fighters are at the mercy of this winged being! And the city explodes in flames, as the battle rages and evil magic comes close to destroying Roid! And most tragic of all, Neece falls into the clutches of the Dark Elf! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit the Elf - the most beloved character in all of fantasy manga and anime - at last stars in her own series! Fans will go wild for this exciting new series starring top Lodoss favorites, Deedlit and Parn, the Heroic Knight! Not only is this the first Lodoss series to star Deedlit ? it is also a series illustrated by famous shoujo artist, Setsuko Yoneyama, creator of the Endless Waltz shoujo series! As fans expect from Lodoss, this series is action-packed as Deedlit and Parn join forces with a movement to free an oppressed village from aristocratic overlords. But it's also a moving shoujo comic, with plenty of character development, as Deedlit and Parn share a cottage near the village, and their relationship grows and deepens. The issue includes an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Ortiz, who is not only Deedlit, but also Lina Inverse from Slayers! b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. This remarkable series brings together two top Japanese creators: Ryo Mizuno, the popular creator of the Lodoss saga, and Setsuko Yoneyama, the famous shoujo artist, creator of the Endless Waltz manga series. In this new series, Deedlit and Parn, the heroes of the first great Lodoss anime series and of the Grey Witch comic series, are reunited at last. They have joined forces with a movement to free an oppressed village from aristocratic overlords, and in this issue the villagers meet in secret, deeply afraid of their rulers. This issue includes the continuation of an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Ortiz, who not only provides the voice of Deedlit, but also Lina Inverse from Slayers! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit the Elf and Parn the Knight have joined with a movement to free an oppressed village from aristocratic overlords. They have met with the townspeople, who have aired their grievances and then retired for the night. But during the long night, Deedlit is suddenly awakened by a scream! One of the villagers has been attacked, and Deedlit and Leylia (of Grey Witch fame) run to his aid. This remarkable new comic series brings together two top Japanese creators: Ryo Mizuno, the popular American convention guest and the creator of all the fabulous Lodoss stories, and Setsuko Yoneyama, the famous shoujo (girls' and womens' comics) artist, creator of the Endless Waltz manga series. Special feature: the issue includes continues an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Oritiz, who is not only Deedlit, but also Lina Inverse from Slayers! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit, the Elf heroine, and Parn, the knight whom she loves, are reunited at last in this all-new, character-driven series. The villagers of Zaxon are oppressed by their aristocratic overlords, and must decide whether to take up arms or lose their lives. Parn and Deedlit are trying to help, but everything is complicated by another High Elf, Estas, who has long known Deedlit. In this moving deeply moving issue, Deedlit tells Estas of her feelings for Parn and Estas shocks her deeply when he says that he has always been in love with her! The issue includes an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Oritiz, who is Deedlit, as well as Lina Inverse from Slayers! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit, the Elf heroine beloved by fans of the Lodoss anime and manga series, and Parn, the knight whom she loves, are reunited at last in this all-new, character-driven series. The villagers of Zaxon are oppressed by their aristocratic overlords, and they must decide whether to take up arms or lose their lives. Parn and Deedlit are trying to help, but everything is complicated by the appearance of another High Elf, Estas, who has long known Deedlit. In this deeply moving issue, Deedlit tells Estas of her feelings for Parn and Estas shocks her deeply when he says that he has always been in love with her! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit, the Elf heroine beloved by fans of the Lodoss anime and manga series, and Parn, the knight whom she loves, are reunited at last in this all-new, character-driven series. The villagers of Zaxon are oppressed by their aristocratic overlords, and they must decide whether to take up arms or lose their lives. Parn and Deedlit are trying to help, but everything is complicated by the appearance of another High Elf, Estas, who has long known Deedlit. Deedlit has come to understand the true depth of her own feelings for Parn, after Estas has confessed his love, and she returns to Parn with a new wisdom about her own emotions. It's Deelit as you've never seen her before, brought to life by two fabulous creators, Ryo Mizuno, creator of stories, and Setsuko Yoneyama, the famous shoujo (girls' and womens' comics) artist, creator of the Endless Waltz manga series. Special feature: the issue includes continues an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Oritiz, who is not only Deedlit, but also Lina Inverse from Slayers! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit, the Elf heroine beloved by fans of the Lodoss anime and manga series, and Parn, the knight whom she loves, are reunited at last in this all-new, character-driven series. The villagers of Zaxon are oppressed by their aristocratic overlords, and they must decide whether to take up arms or lose their lives. Parn and Deedlit are trying to help, but everything is complicated by the appearance of another High Elf, Estas, who has long known Deedlit. Deedlit has come to understand the true depth of her own feelings for Parn, after Estas has confessed his love, and she returns to Parn with a new wisdom about her own emotions. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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32 pages, black and white. By Ryo Mizuno and Yoshiko Ochi. Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi The secrets of the Grey Witch revealed! We finally find out a little more about the mysterious Grey Witch and her past. And while she plots her next move, Deedlit, Ghim, and Slayn plan theirs. Their travels are interrupted, though, when they encounter a knight from the Holy Order of Valis... the order to which Parn¹s father had belonged! b&w, 32pg$2." Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi Our heroes learn that the Holy Knights of Valis are chasing a carriage that carries a kidnapped princess. With the knights hot in pursuit of the carriage, the group is suddenly blinded by a bright flash and thrown by a deafening boom. Using enhanced vision spells, Slayn and Deedlit are able to see that the party has been attacked by the Grey Witch. They rush to the aid of the Knights, but will they be able to reach them in time to save them? b&w, 32pg$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi All-ages manga! Despite the advice of Slayn, Ghim rushes off after the Grey Witch, convinced she is really Leylia, the daughter of Neese, the girl he has been searching for. Concerned about his well-being, Deedlit rushes off after him. They stumble upon a fallen war party and learn that Princess Fianna of Valis has been kidnapped. United again, the group picks up the kidnapper¹s trail and come upon a house where the bandits seem to be resting. But unbeknownst to our heroes, the bandits are ready for them! Let the battle begin! b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi Karla has identified the weaknesses of all our heroes and used these faults to finally capture them. With all threats to her plans now at bay, Karla puts the final motions in action in her quest to rule Lodoss. As Parn, Deedlit, and Ghim plot to escape, Karla raises an army of undead skeletons. Will they and the others be able to free themselves in time to try and stop Karla's newest evil machinations? b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi Our heroes learn that it is indeed Princess Fianna that has been kidnapped and they refuse to allow Karla to use her as a pawn. As they steal away with her into the night, they head for Valis, hoping they are in time to stop the war from escalating. However, Karla is not going to let her prize slip through her fingers so easily and chases after Deedlit, Parn and company herself. If you want something done right, do it yourself, and Karla is going to put an end to their meddling once and for all! b&w, 32pg$2.95 " Cover price $2.95.

Just when you thought it was safe to go back on the road! It¹s the final showdown! Sick to death of their meddling, Karla goes after Deedlit, Parn, Ghim, Slayn, Etoh and Woodchuck herself. Taking the shape of a giant black bird, she descends on the group as they head for Valis. It's do or die and the six noble warriors are in for the fight of their lives against evil incarnate. b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

As the troops fight to drive back the evil forces of Marmo and the Grey Witch, Parn is told the truth about his father. Believing him worthy of finally knowing the truth, an old friend and confidant of Parn's dad at long last explains to Parn exactly what happened to his father. How will this new information affect Parn and will he have the chance to honor his father's memory? b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

After learning the truth about his father, Tessius, Parn is anxious to rush into battle and prove he can live up to the standards set by the heroic acts of his father. Meanwhile, the Holy Knights plot a strategy to defend Lodoss from the onslaught of evil. Realizing that the forces of Marmo, enhanced by evil magic, are too powerful for a direct assault, they plan on the side of caution. They also try to convince the remaining neutral lands of Lodoss to join their cause and protect what is rightfully theirs. b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

Having rescued the Princess of Valis from her kidnappers, including the Grey Witch; Deedlit, Parn, and the rest of the adventuring band accompany her to her home, the capital city of Roid. There, she is reunited with her father, the King of Valis, in his magnificent throne room. Their emotional reunion gives way to dark thoughts as the king realizes the dark forces arrayed against them and the power of Karla, the Grey Witch. b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

The knights of Flaim arrive at the Kingdom of Valis. King Fahn presents Parn with a sword, not only as a reward for rescuing the princess of Valis from her kidnappers, but also in honor of his father Sir Tessius, who was wrongly disgraced at his death. Parn later volunteers to lead an expedition through the abandoned cave of the dwarves, now inhabited by a dragon and man-eating ogres. Parn seeks the great sage Wort, whose power will be needed in the battle against Marmo and the Grey Witch. b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizunu & Yoshihiko Ochi Parn volunteers to lead a dangerous expedition through the abandoned cave of the dwarves, now inhabited by a dragon and man-eating ogres, to find the great sage Wort, whose power will be needed in the battle against Marmo and the Grey Witch. When he, Deedlit, and the others enter the great tower where Wort lives, they are met with a surprise... Wort is not alone ? and his companion is none other than Karla, the Grey Witch! What does this mean for Lodoss; has Wort allied himself with the Grey Witch, or is there a deeper game afoot?! b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

LODOSS WAR GREY WITCH #19 by Ryo Mizunu & Yoshihiko Ochi In this issue, the mystery of Wort's apparent alliance with the Grey Witch is revealed. Is he the only force holding the forces of evil at bay through mysterious manipulation of history and warfare on Lodoss? After their confrontation with Wort, Parn, Deedlit the Elf, and the others return to Valis where they are called to attend the council of war. And, in the final act of redemption in the drama of his wrongly disgraced father, Parn is presented with his new garb ? the armor of the order of the Knights of Tessius! Adventure, magic, and mystery from the pen of Ryo Mizunu, with more superb art by Yoshihiko Ochi! Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi Deedlit the Elf and Parn, in his armor of the Knights of Tessius, have returned to Wort's tower in Moss, where Ghim the Dwarf reveals the secret of Karla the Grey Witch's immortality ? she has taken over the body of an innocent girl! Can our heroes defeat the Grey Witch without killing Leyla? And at last our heroes learn the nature of the dark pact Wort has struck with the Grey Witch. b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi The basis for one of the most popular anime series ever, Grey Witch offers adventure, magic, and mystery from the pen of Ryo Mizunu, with superb art by Yoshihiko Ochi. Deedlit the Elf and the heroic knight Parn ride at the head of the forces of Valis in a battle with Marmo that will determine the fate of all Lodoss! Swords cross and giant animal-shaped war machines clash on the battlefield, until finally King Fahn and King Kashu meet in a contest of champions. Who will carry the day? Will the Grey Witch intervene? You'll never guess the surprising outcome! b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi It's the end of the road for the Grey Witch ? or is it? In the climactic final issue of the saga of the Grey Witch, Parn and his friends and battle-tried companions meet Karl, the Grey Witch, head-on in a confrontation that will awaken ancient powers of sorcery! Will they be able to awaken Leylia, the young girl whose body Karla has stolen in order to stay alive and continue her evil schemes, or will the Grey Witch triumph? Will Ghim make the supreme sacrifice to defeat the evil witch? Lodoss will never be the same after the heroes make their final stand against her dark and ancient evil sorcery. More adventure, magic, and mystery from the pen of Ryo Mizunu, with superb, woodcut-inspired art by Yoshihiko Ochi. b&w, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

32 page, black and white. By Ryo Mizuno and Akihiro Yamada. Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada Flaus, Wort, and Beld decide to travel from Moss to Allania in search of the legendary King Fahn. En route they encounter an injured dwarf who tells them of trouble in the highlands and a new demonic presence threatening the island. We also meet the beautiful maiden, Niece, who has traveled to Allania in order to find a way to conquer the evil embracing Lodoss. b&w, 32pg$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada The stunning female messenger that arrived to carry Neese to Allan proves that she has the brawn to back up her beauty! She fights off evil creatures of all kinds to protect her envoy. And in Allania itself, King Flaive calls a Council of Arms to address the growing threat of Darkness that is assailing Lodoss. But his meeting may have come a bit too late as the Dark Beast awakens and sets his sights on the accursed island! b&w, 32pg$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada The Lodoss War history lessons continue. The pressure is on, and getting to several members of the war party. There¹s dissension in the ranks as Fahn squares off against Flaus for leadership of the group. But is Fahn in control of his own actions or is he simply a puppet under the control of evil forces? b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada The horned god appears and puts the warriors of Lodoss to their ultimate test! Will their combined powers be enough to stand up to this all-powerful monstrosity? Things take a turn for the worse as Beld is the first to fall! And just who is this nameless female warrior, and does she have Lodoss' best interests in mind? b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada As the battle rages in the land of Roid, Flaus, Beld and Wort fight for their lives. But will all their struggles have been in vain? In Valis, the lords of the dragonlands of Mycen seek vengeance for the attack on their palace. Believing it was Fahn who slaughtered their army, Mycen want retribution, not knowing it was really an evil doppelganger. Will the political wranglings between Valis and Mycen only serve to strengthen the forces of evil? Story by Ryo Mizuno. Art by Akihiro Yamada. And be sure to check out the Record of Lodoss War: Chronicles of the Heroic Knight video series in the Video Section this month! b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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The final issue of this best-selling Lodoss War series! Believing they have defeated evil and won the battle, the island of Lodoss begins to celebrate its victory. However, the main celebration in the capital is cut short by the evil witch who still lives! The joyous occasion quickly turns into a bloody battle as Beld, Fahn and Flaus yet again take up their swords. Will this festival turn into their funerals? Find out as the Lady of Pharis concludes! b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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Red Ball Comic Book was a promotional comic book distributed by Red Ball-Band Shoes. "Stories of Sports and Adventure" Reprints comics from various Parents' Magazine Press titles. 7.5-in x 10.25-in, 36 Pages, Full Color.

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Red Ball Comic Book (1947) was a promotional comic book distributed by Red Ball-Band Shoes. "Athletes Rise to Fame and Fortune " Reprints comic strips from True Comics. Includes "The Great Gipp" (Notre Dame idol George Gipp), "Little Giant" (Mel Ott), "Baseline Bobby" (tennis star Bobby Riggs), "Frisco Flash" (swimmer Ann Curtis), "Moments to Remember," "Champions All Star of Stanford" (basketball player Hank Luisetti), "How Denver got its Name," and "$1,000,000 Stumble." 32 pages, full color, newsprint, 7-in. x 10-in.

1st prinitng. By Will Gould. Introduction by Rick Marschall. Foreword by Walter Frehm. this volume collects the Daily Strips from the 1930s of the two-fisted undercover cop known as Red Barry. Softcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

This issue contains the interior of Claire Voyant (1946 Standard) #1. NOTE: Leftover covers from Red Circle Comics #4 were stapled to various 1940's and 50's comics without covers. Other known books are Woman Outlaws, Dorothy Lamour, Crime Does Not Pay, Sabu, Diary Loves, Love Confessions, & Young Love. Cover price $0.10.

Art by Wally Wood and others. Cover by Leonard Starr. NOTE: Leftover covers from Red Circle Comics #4 were stapled to various early 1950's comics without covers - in this case, the otherwise unpublished Dorothy Lamour (1950) #4. A celebrity comic featuring the female star of the Bob Hope-Bing Crosby "Road" movies, presented here as a Sheena-type warrior called Jungle Princess. The winged warriors of Zurrah (who are dressed like Hawkman) capture Dorothy's tribe at the demands of their cruel princess; A hunter tries to trick a native tribe into turning against the Jungle Princess; Pirates pretend to be the living dead to loot and kidnap tribal lands with abandon. In the Land of the Zurrahs; Dorothy Lamour Slave Goddess; The Bessaris; Pirate King; Phantom Lord of Tooth and Claw. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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Stories and art by Harry Fisk and Chu F. Hing. Adventure comics from Rural Home Publishing. Teen Dinky Dibbs sets out to become a detective, with help from his mystery-solving parrot Cracker, and soon discovers Nazi saboteurs. When nightclub singer Swifty is being blackmailed, vaudeville comedian Mike dons a comedy mask and becomes The Prankster. Naval commander Lloyd "Fifty Fathoms" Foster battles Nazi destroyers in the Indian Ocean. Jack Bradley; Dinky Dibbs: The Disappearing Dynamite; Prankster; The Other Half; Fifty Fathoms Foster; The Judge and the Jury; Stenchy; Red Riot. 52 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.