Auctions: comic books 2002-2004

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 49 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4017177004

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Bad Connections," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Ezekiel tells Peter to consider Morlun and Shathra appetizers to an impeding huge menace before sending him to the airport in a limo with a first-class ticket to New York; Peter tells Ezekiel he's a good guy; Ezekiel hopes he still feels that way when he learns the truth; Peter trades his first-class ticket to New York for a coach ticket to Los Angeles, unaware that MJ has arrived at his New York apartment; As Peter wallcrawls into MJ's empty hotel room, MJ hangs out in Peter's vacant apartment; Deciding the empty dwellings are signs of things ending, they head back to their own lives; A bad storm forces both their planes to land in Denver where Peter spots MJ only because his eyes is drawn to a spider on an airport seat. 4-page preview of The Avengers #65, script by Geoff Johns, pencils by Olivier Coipel, inks by Andy Lanning. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 52 CGC 9.6 SS Campbell

Paper: White

Signed by J. Scott Campbell on 03/26/2011.

Label #1045905004

Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Tim Townsend. "Dig This," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Digger fights Spider-Man, and continues his vendetta against mobster Morris Forelli; Forelli hires Spidey to become his bodyguard and sends him on a trip to Nevada to investigate the origin of the dangerous Digger; Spider-Man tackles the creature who calls himself "Digger", deducing from his green skin and great strength that he is gamma-spawned. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 500 CGC 9.8 Campbell Variant

Paper: White

Label #3720063001

Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by JOHN ROMITA Jr. & JOHN ROMITA Sr.! Cover by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL Two generations of the greatest Spider-Man artists of all time mark a milestone! It's Peter Parker's birthday ... but how do you throw a surprise party for someone with a Spider- sense? Someone figures out how and Spidey spends his special day looking back at his career and EVERY villain he's faced over those years ... against his will! A special story for Spidey fans new & old! Spider-Man battles an inter-dimensional threat with help from a raft of guest stars including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. Classic Spider-Man villains including Doc Ock and the Green Goblin also make their appearance! 52 pgs. Cover price $3.50.

Art Attack! The Art of Mike Manley (2003 Action Planet) 1 VG/FN 5.0

Signed and numbered by Mike Manley - Limited to 200 copies. Convention exclusive sketchbook by Mike Manley. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 44 pages, B&W, mature readers. Cover price $10.00.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4680529007

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.8 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618712006

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.8 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4618712005

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 4B CGC 9.6 Limited Colossus Variant

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #4680883004

Written by Joss Whedon Pencils & Cover by John Cassaday "GIFTED" Pt. 4 (of 6)?The X-Men storm the Benetech labs to confront Ord ? and find the shocking secret behind the new "Cure." 32 PGS./MARVEL Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 608A CGC 9.8 Lee

Paper: White

Label #1448942012

First Printing. Direct Edition. Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 608A CBCS 9.0 Lee

Paper: White

Label #18-0E70E11-004

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First Printing. Direct Edition. Cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Story by Jeph Loeb. Art by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their much-anticipated run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." What's this new storyline about? Like the title says, it's a secret that's best kept under wraps for now. But Killer Croc is sure to be a part of the puzzle. What we can tell you is that Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose... 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman (1940) 608B GD/VG 3.0 Lee Variant 2nd Printing

2nd printing. WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee begin their run on BATMAN with the 12-part "Hush." Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose! Featuring Killer Croc, with appearances by Poison Ivy and Catwoman. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

Batman Gotham Adventures (1998) 50D CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4635291010

Direct Edition. WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY TIM LEVINS AND TERRY BEATTY; PAINTED COVER BY DARWYN COOKE. Landmark 50th issue, featuring a painted cover by Darwyn Cooke (CATWOMAN, BATMAN: EGO)! Catwoman returns! As she faces off with Batman during a foiled break-in, the Cat-burglar takes a bomb. The mystery of who planted it, and what Catwoman was really up to, is one the Dark Knight has to solve with his heart instead of his head, in an action-packed 50th issue! Cover price $1.99.

Batman Nightwing Bloodborne (2002) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4699209021

WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART BY TOBY CYPRESS; COVER BY TED MCKEEVER A distress call comes in from Siberia. It's Batman...and he's in trouble. The only one who can save the Dark Knight is Nightwing. But to do so, Nightwing must face terrorists, the Russian Army and a man-made plague that threatens not only the life of his mentor, but also the world at large! Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. Cover price $5.95.

Batman/Aliens II (2003) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4699312016

WRITTEN BY IAN EDGINTON; ART AND COVER BY STAZ JOHNSON AND JAMES HODGKINS In stores January 29. Part 2 of a 3-part Prestige Format series! A black-ops government agency has taken over the Aliens case! But there's still at least one very fierce, very hungry Alien on the loose in Gotham City! Can Batman stop it from wreaking havoc in Arkham Asylum? Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. Prestige Format. FC, 48PG (2 OF 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

Batman/Aliens II (2003) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4699312017

WRITTEN BY IAN EDGINTON; ART AND COVER BY STAZ JOHNSON AND JAMES HODGKINS In stores January 29. Part 2 of a 3-part Prestige Format series! A black-ops government agency has taken over the Aliens case! But there's still at least one very fierce, very hungry Alien on the loose in Gotham City! Can Batman stop it from wreaking havoc in Arkham Asylum? Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. Prestige Format. FC, 48PG (2 OF 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

Betty (1992 Archie) 127 VG/FN 5.0

by Various "Surfing School Saga": When Archie spreads tall tales about his surfing prowess, will he be able to keep his head above water? "Throwing Names Around": A name is just a name-unless you live in Riverdale! "Dream Drama": Even when Archie dreams about being a super-hero, he's not super enough to tackle all his relationship problems! FC, 32pg$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

Birds of Prey (1999 1st Series) 56 FN 6.0

WRITTEN BY GAIL SIMONE; ART AND COVER BY ED BENES AND ALEX LEI The new creative team of Gail Simone (Agent X) and Ed Benes & Alex Lei (SUPERGIRL) takes flight! In a tricky legal and ethical dilemma, the Birds show mercy to a would-be white collar criminal. Their act of compassion brings them to the attention of master extortionist (and one-time superhero) Savant, a man who claims he can outthink Oracle and outfight the Canary...and can prove it! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil (1998 2nd Series) 53 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #4673149013

Written, painted & cover by DAVID MACK GUEST-STARRING WOLVERINE! Echo (DAREDEVIL: PARTS OF A HOLE) goes on a Native American vision quest to pick up the pieces of her life. Her whole life was defined by her misconception of the Kingpin as a hero and Daredevil as a villain. Can she get her world back in order? Part 3 of a 5-issue arc by guest-creator David Mack! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.99 UPC: 5960604706-05311 Cover price $2.99.

Dawn Figure Study (2003) 1 FN+ 6.5

Exclusive comic available only with each order of a case of Dawn Action Figures. 14 pages b & w. Sketches by Linsner. Dawn Action Figure sculpted by Andy Bergholtz. Death sculpted Rudy Garcia.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 783 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4698015023

WRITTEN BY PAUL BOLLES AND GREG RUCKA; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH AND KLAUS JANSON; COVER BY TIM SALE. Guest creative team Paul Bolles and Shawn Martinbrough present "More Perfect than Perfect." Batman must find a serial killer intent on deleting "purposeless" people from Gotham City. Can the Dark Knight prevent the brutal murderer from bringing his warped mission to Wayne Enterprises? Plus, a backup story by Greg Rucka and Klaus Janson that leads into the upcoming miniseries BATMAN: DEATH AND THE MAIDEN! In 1920s Paris, a very special birth is about to take place? and Ra's al Ghul has taken note of it, setting the stage for a struggle that will span decades and intertwine with the life of the yet-unborn Batman! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 44 pgs. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Emma Frost (2003) 1DF.SIGNED VF 8.0

Dynamic Forces edition signed by Greg Horn and limited to 499 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Cover by Greg Horn. Karl Bollers (w)/Randy Green (p) "HIGHER LEARNING" Pt. 1 (of 6) Get in on the ground floor as Marvel explores the early life and times of the NEW X- MEN's Emma Frost! Witness the first time her powers manifested and how she blossomed from an innocent teenager into the ruthless woman we know her as today! 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/MARVEL PG+...$2.50 UPC: 5960605432-00111 Cover price $2.50.

Emma Frost (2003) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4610502007

Written by KARL BOLLERS; Pencils by RANDY GREEN Cover by GREG HORN "HIGHER LEARNING" Pt. 3 (of 6) Things take a turn for the worse for young Emma Frost when troubles at home and troubles at school collide together. And as her powers continue to blossom, Emma discovers the dangers of falling in love with the wrong person. 32 PGS./MARVEL PG+...$2.50 UPC: 5960605432-00311 Cover price $2.50.

Emma Frost (2003) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3855247025

Written by KARL BOLLERS Pencils by RANDY GREEN; Cover by GREG HORN "HIGHER LEARNING" pt. 5 (of 6)-Emma's vacation is cut short as shocking secrets rock the Frost Family. What startling revelations could be so devastating that a family member is disowned? FC, 32pg/MARVEL PSR+ $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Ex Machina (2004 DC/Wildstorm) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #3758651012

WRITTEN BY BRIAN K. VAUGHAN; ART BY TONY HARRIS AND TOM FEISTER; COVER BY HARRIS The premiere issue of a new series by Brian K. Vaughan (Y: THE LAST MAN), Tony Harris & Tom Feister (STARMAN, JSA: LIBERTY FILES), featuring eight extra pages of story at no extra cost! This political thriller set in a real world with no heroes tells the story of civil engineer Mitchell Hundred, who becomes the world's first super-powered being. Before long, tired of risking his life for the status quo, Mitchell retires...and soon runs for mayor of New York City! For more information, see the feature article. See this month's Dynamic Forces listings for a signed version! MATURE READERS FC, 40 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

GI Joe Frontline (2002) 1A CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama Dorman

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 03/23/2021.

Label #21-21F0204-009

(W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I)Bob Layton (Cover) Dave Dorman FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: G.I.Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action action action. This Issue: It's the year 1994, just after the government mothballed the classic G.I. JOE organization... or did they? Cobra is still up to its dirty tricks, and there's only one group of people qualified to stop them. You can guess who that is! This story arc fills in many of the gaps between G.I. JOE of the 1980's, and the current Image Comics series, and features the return of original G.I. JOE writer, Larry Hama, joined by (Superman and Captain America) artist Dan Jurgens. Cover price $2.95.

GI Joe Frontline (2002) 4 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Larry Hama

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 03/23/2021.

Label #21-21F3AF0-006

(W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I) Bob Layton (C) David Beck In stores the week of January 8th. The Concept: G.I. Joe: Frontline expands the action of the regular G.I. JOE series into another title, featuring a cast of rotating creative teams. Frontline allows us to see the G.I. JOE universe through the eyes of different artists, and of course, is full of action, action, action! This Issue: The battle at the SILENT CASTLE comes to a head. The G.I.JOE team must do whatever it takes to stop Cobra from unleashing the power of the McGuffin Device. Worse yet, what will happen if they don't? This concludes the story arc by Larry Hama and Dan Jurgens, and finally gives some hints to why Cobra was eventually disbanded in the 90's. FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series Cover price $2.95.

Green Lantern Rebirth (2004) 1D CGC 7.5 SS Johns Van Sciver Partial B&W Variant 4th Printing

Paper: White

Signed by Geoff Johns on 10/10/23 Fourth Printing

Label #4333396008

4th Printing. Yellow title, partial black & white cover. top half of man, wearing a glowing ring and holding a lantern. Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver. A turning point in the history of the Green Lanterns begins here, in a 6-issue miniseries written by fan-favorite Geoff Johns (TEEN TITANS, THE FLASH) with art by Ethan Van Sciver (New X-Men, THE FLASH: IRON HEIGHTS)! Hal Jordan was one of the greatest heroes in the DCU until tragedy turned him into one of its greatest villains. Today, his soul searches for redemption as the Spectre. But redemption may not be what Jordan himself needs...or wants. The fates of Kyle Rayner, John Stewart, Guy Gardner, and the rest of the Green Lantern mythology unfold in this colossal tale of heroism involving the entire DCU! On sale Oct 27 ? 1 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Peter Tomasi SUPPORT: 6-page preview in Wizard X; house ads; full-color 11" x 34" poster Cover price $2.95.

Justice League Adventures (2002) 22SIXFLAGS FN 6.0

Complimentary comic given away by Six Flags in 2003. WRITTEN BY STUART MOORE; ART BY JOHN DELANEY AND ROBIN RIGGS; COVER BY KELSEY SHANNON. A menace from Green Lantern's past returns! The first time Green Lantern fought the alien race called the Shayol, they killed three of his fellow GL Corps members. Now they've arrived on Earth, and GL must decide how to deal with them before Hawkgirl takes matters into her own hands! FC.

Marvel Knights Spider-Man (2004) 1DF.SIGNED.A VF/NM 9.0

Dynamic Forces edition signed by Terry and Rachel Dodson and limited to 799 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Written by MARK MILLAR Covers & pencils by TERRY DODSON Superstars Mark Millar & Terry Dodson team for SPIDER-MAN's debut in an ongoing MARVEL KNIGHTS series. This action-packed, hyper-realistic tale finds Peter Parker forced to face the cruel realities that wearing the Spider-Man mask and web-shooters brings to his personal life. Featuring a brutal confrontation between Spider-Man and the Green Goblin! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.99 UPC: 5960605521-00111 ·NEW ONGOING SERIES! ·ONE OF WIZARD's TOP 10 BUZZ EVENTS OF 2004! ·SPIDEY vs. THE GREEN GOBLIN!

Marvel Masterworks Avengers HC (2003-2004 Marvel) 2nd Edition 3-1ST NM- 9.2

2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #21-30.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Don Heck.

It was 1961 and out of the fertile imaginations of Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko and others emerged the Marvel Age. First came the Fantastic Four, soon to be followed by the Amazing Spider-Man, the Mighty Thor, the Incredible Hulk, Daredevil, Iron Man, and the Uncanny X-Men. These were Marvel's heroes, stalwart and true, ready to face any and all threats to mankind.

Marvel Masterworks were created to give fans a chance to experience this phenomenon from the beginning.

Hardcover, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

Marvel Masterworks X-Men HC (2002-2009 Marvel) 2nd Edition 3-1ST VF/NM 9.0

2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collects The Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011 1st Series) #22-31.

Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Werner Roth.

The original X-Men battle Count Nefaria and his super-villain army; face the menace of the Locust and Kukulkan; meet their new member Mimic; and puzzle over the mystery of Factor Three and their agents, Ogre and Banshee.

Hardcover, 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

Masters of the Universe (2002 1st Series Image) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Holofoil Edition.

Label #4635291002

Wraparound Holo-Foil Cover. (W) Val Staples (A) Emiliano Santalucia (I) Marco Failla. In a realm where sorcery meets science, The Masters of the Universe set forth to protect all of Eternia from the onslaught of Skeletor and his evil forces. It's an epic tale of good versus evil, where there is new danger and suspense at every turn. The story we all loved from the 80's is reborn and relaunched for a new era. This Issue: Skeletor continues his struggle in obtaining the secrets of Castle Grayskull. However, new danger looms when a sinister plot is devised by other evil forces. And it all centers around an object in the possession of the least likely candidate. Will the heroic warriors of Eternia discover the truth before the forces of evil hatch their plans?

Noble Causes Family Secrets (2002) 3B CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Variant Cover.

Label #2122967012

(W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Jon Sommariva (I) John Wycough & Jon Sommariva Cover A by Mike Avon Oeming Cover B by Jim Valentino FC 32pp $2.95 The Concept: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land ? an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. This Issue: It's guest-stars galore as Rusty goes on a rampage, interrogating various Image super-heroes who he thinks may have gotten Zephyr pregnant! Meanwhile, Doc makes a startling discovery of his own, and Liz has a confrontation with the person who leaked the latest Noble scandal to the press. Australian artist Jon Sommariva illustrates the back-up story, which provides a glimpse into Frost's troubled childhood. Cover price $2.95.

Noble Causes Family Secrets (2002) 3B FN+ 6.5

(W) Jay Faerber (P) Ian Richardson & Jon Sommariva (I) John Wycough & Jon Sommariva Cover A by Mike Avon Oeming Cover B by Jim Valentino FC 32pp $2.95 The Concept: When everyday girl Liz Donnelly married super-hero Race Noble, she didn't realize "until death do you part" would come so soon! Now, with Race dead, she's a stranger in a strange land ? an everyday person living with a family of celebrity super-heroes! Behind the glamour and wonder lie dark secrets, ruthless ambition, and twisted desires. Each issue features a lead story set in the present, and a back-up story set in the past. This Issue: It's guest-stars galore as Rusty goes on a rampage, interrogating various Image super-heroes who he thinks may have gotten Zephyr pregnant! Meanwhile, Doc makes a startling discovery of his own, and Liz has a confrontation with the person who leaked the latest Noble scandal to the press. Australian artist Jon Sommariva illustrates the back-up story, which provides a glimpse into Frost's troubled childhood. Cover price $2.95.

NYX (2003) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4680530002

Written by JOE QUESADA Pencils & Cover by JOSH MIDDLETON What if you could become anyone in the world for a day? What would you do? Who would you be? Captain America fighting alongside the Avengers? Bono during a concert in Wembley Stadium? Meet a young mutant who doesn't have to wonder. His powers let him be anyone he wants, and he isn't shy about using them! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR+...$2.99 UPC: 5960605456-00511 Cover price $2.99.

NYX (2003) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4680530003

Written by JOE QUESADA Pencils & Cover by JOSH MIDDLETON What if you could become anyone in the world for a day? What would you do? Who would you be? Captain America fighting alongside the Avengers? Bono during a concert in Wembley Stadium? Meet a young mutant who doesn't have to wonder. His powers let him be anyone he wants, and he isn't shy about using them! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR+...$2.99 UPC: 5960605456-00511 Cover price $2.99.

Retro Blast (2002) 1A FN+ 6.5

By Don Marquez. A great new series from the creator of Tiger Woman and Fantastic Stories! This is science fiction with a backspin! In the Space Patrol, the men are real men and the women just might be too much for the average Joe! This incredible issue features "No Man's Planet": Marooned on a hostile world with a strange alien woman of an enemy race, how does a loyal space ranger deal with the bizarre desires and emotions that are unleashed? Also in this issue: "The Conquest of Space": When mankind thrusts into space, all manner of challenges must be met, strange situations dealt with, and adaptations must be made if the frontiers are going to be pushed back. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Savage Dragon (1993 2nd Series) 102 FN 6.0

"Child's Warfare!" Story and art by Erik Larsen. While the World's Greatest Super-hero, the Savage Dragon, fights to make the world a better place, his son Malcolm Eugene Jackson Dragon takes up the fight in his own way! Savage Dragon faces the most disturbing foe he's ever faced, the villainous Afterbirth! It's Child Warfare in the inimitable Image fashion! Who says child abuse can't be wholesome entertainment fit for the whole family? (Okay, that's stretching it-It won't be pretty). Meanwhile, Savage Dragon's son, Malcolm Eugene Jackson Dragon continues his quest to free his captive friends from the clutches of an evil organization hell bent on World Domination. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Shonen Jump (2003 Viz Media) 13 BCK 7.5

Paper: White

In this issue: Hikaru No Go!: Hikaru finds the traditional Chinese game "go," and is possessed by the ghost of a "go" champion! Naruto: Zabuza and Kakashi have recovered from their injuries, and now it's time for a rematch with Haku, Zabuza's consort! Shaman King: The bandit Tokagero has been nursing a grudge for 600 years-to kill Yoh and Amidamaru with Amidamaru's own sword. Yuyu Hakusho: It's down to the finals in Genkai's martial arts competition! One Piece: A mysterious stranger wanders into Usopp's town: "One-Two" Django, master of hypnotism. Yu-Gi-Oh!: Over 60 Pages! Yugi and his friends struggle to survive against a chainsaw-wielding maniac! Dragon Ball Z: Android #18 vs. Super Namekian Piccolo! Magazine, 352pg, PC$4.95 Cover price $4.95.

Silver Surfer (2003 3rd Series) 12 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0089354008

Written by Stacy Weiss Penciled by Lan Medina Cover by MIZUKI SAKAKIBARA "REVELATION" Part 6?The Silver Surfer's children sabotage his mission, with catastrophic consequences for the Earth. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605439-01211 Cover price $2.99.

Silver Surfer (2003 3rd Series) 13 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0604965008

Written by Stacy Weiss Penciled by Lan Medina Cover by Jorge Lucas Gabe and Ellie, the most evolved of the Silver Surfer's abducted children, unleash the prophesied cataclysm on Earth. The Silver Surfer faces his responsibility for the destruction. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605439-01311 Cover price $2.99.

Star Wars (1998 Dark Horse 1st Series) 50 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4698015012

by JOHN OSTRANDER, JAN DUURSEMA, HADEN BLACKMAN, SCOTT ALLIE, and STEPHEN THOMPSON cover by JON FOSTER Kamino under attack! 64-page special fiftieth issue! Two months after the Battle of Geonosis...w ith the forces of the Republic and the armies of the Confederacy of Independent Systems stalled in a series of indecisive battles, the Separatists risk a devastating strike at the heart of the Republic's war machine: they attack the cloning facility on Kamino! Their hope is to permanently destroy the Republic's ability to create new clones for its army. The Republic's defense rests on a squadron of Jedi Starfighters and a battalion of Jedi-led clone troopers within the facility itself. It's a battle fought on three fronts ? in space, on the ground, and underwater! A massive 64-page battle epic! Star Wars: Republic reveals events in the time period between Episode II and Episode III ? the Clone Wars! If you're wondering what happens next after Attack of the Clones, this is where you find the answers! FC, 64pg . . . $5.99 Cover price $5.99.

Star Wars Clone Wars Adventures FCBD (2004) 2004 VF+ 8.5

Free Comic Book Day 2004 Special. Full color, 28 pages, slick paper stock. Hide in Plain Sight. Luminara and Barriss set a trap for the Confederacy forces at the Battle of Nadiem. Written by Welles Hartley, with art by The Fillbach Brothers. Cover by The Fillbachs and Dan Jackson.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) 205A CBCS 9.8 Lee

Paper: White

Label #21-1b6688f-031

Yellow cover with a guy w/ glowing, red eyes. WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS In stores May 26. Brian Azzarello, Jim Lee & Scott Williams continue to tear up the Man of Steel in "For Tomorrow," Part 2 of 12! As if the mysterious vanishings around the globe weren't enough for the Man of Steel, Superman soon finds himself standing in the middle of a conflict between two warring nations. But when Big Blue unseats a ruthless dictator, will he inadvertently cause more harm than good? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) 205B CGC 9.8 Turner Variant

Paper: White

Label #1204119002

Guy in cape flying above the Earth in space. WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS AND COVER BY MICHAEL TURNER. In stores May 26. Brian Azzarello, Jim Lee & Scott Williams continue to tear up the Man of Steel in "For Tomorrow," Part 2 of 12! As if the mysterious vanishings around the globe weren't enough for the Man of Steel, Superman soon finds himself standing in the middle of a conflict between two warring nations. But when Big Blue unseats a ruthless dictator, will he inadvertently cause more harm than good? FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) 209 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-1b6688f-034

Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams "For Tomorrow" by the white-hot team of Brian Azzarello, Jim Lee & Scott Williams continues! Pushed to his mental boundaries, Superman decides to destroy the cause of the mysterious vanishings in front of the world. But how will the people of Earth react to this seemingly benevolent action? Meanwhile, Father Leone makes a confession of his own that will turn this story upside down. Don't miss what's sure to be one of the most talked- about Superman stories in years! On sale Sept 29 / 32 pg / FC / $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) 210 CBCS 9.8

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Slab: Plastic debris between case and inner well

Label #21-1b6688f-036

Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams It's the battle between two of the DCU's strongest heroes: Superman vs. Wonder Woman in a fight to the finish, written by fan-favorite Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Jim Lee & Scott Wiliams as "For Tomorrow" continues! When Superman inadvertently sets off a series of catastrophic events after destroying the Vanishing Tech, Wonder Woman must intervene and attempt to put an end to the chaos. But Superman has plans of his own and won't let the Amazonian interfere without a fight ? and what a fight it'll be! On sale Oct 27 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Superman Birthright (2003) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4680530019

WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN In stores July 2. A 12-issue maxiseries that marks Mark Waid's return to DC and Leinil Yu's DC Universe debut, kicking off with an extra-sized first issue at no extra cost! Everyone knows Jor-El sent his infant son to Earth to avoid death on Krypton...now, BIRTHRIGHT takes a closer look at Jor-El's emotional struggles with the decision. Plus: Kal-El's early days on an alien world, and the discoveries that set him on the path to becoming a legend! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 40 PG. (1 OF 12) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Superman Birthright (2003) 9 CGC 9.8

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Label #4680530022

WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN In stores April 7. The exciting miniseries exploring Superman's origins continues! Clark Kent uncovers what Lex Luthor really has planned for Metropolis, and it could mean the end of Superman. Meanwhile, the Man of Steel gets his first real glimpse of his lost homeworld. FC, 32 PG. (9 OF 12) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Superman Red Son (2003) 3 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4699209006

WRITTEN BY MARK MILLAR; ART BY KILIAN PLUNKETT AND WALDEN WONG; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON ELSEWORLDS. In stores June 25. The long-awaited Superman Elseworlds series reaches a thrilling conclusion! You won't believe your eyes as Russia's hero, Superman, battles the American superpowers led by President Luthor in a fight for the freedom of the world! Don't miss the finale to the epic series that was years in the making! Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.