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52 Weeks (2006) 3 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-48DBEED-002

Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid. Breakdowns by Keith Giffen. Art by Joe Bennett, Ruy Jose and Jack Jadson. Backup feature by Dan Jurgens & Art Thibert. Covers by J.G. Jones. After the INFINITE CRISIS and before One Year Later, the DCU spent a year without Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman. A year in which those heroes were needed more than ever as the fate of the world hung in the balance. Who stood up in their absence? And who sat out? The story of DC's most eventful year ever can now be told as four of the hottest writers in comics - Grant Morrison, Geoff Johns, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid - deliver an unprecedented weekly tale of death, danger, romance, intergalactic terror and the never-ending, universal meaning of heroism. Joined by storyteller Keith Giffen and cover artist J.G. Jones, 52 features art for the first month by Joe Bennett, Ruy Jose, and Jack Jadson. Also, starting in Week #2: 'The History of the DC Universe,' a 10-part backup feature by Dan Jurgens and Art Thibert that takes you on a tour through the legendary past of the DCU. 52: A year without Superman; a year without Batman; a year without Wonder Woman...but not a year without heroes. Cover price $2.50.

Amazing Fantasy (2004) 15 CGC 9.8

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Label #2043901004

Planet Hulk/World War Hulk tie-in (1st appearance of Amadeus Cho) - Written by DANIEL WAY, DAN SLOTT, GREG PAK, ROBERT KIRKMAN, & ROBERTO AGUIRRE-SACASA Penciled by PETE WOODS, NICK DRAGOTTA, JEFF PARKER, SAL BUSCEMA, KHARI RANDOLPH & TAKESHI MIYAZAWA Cover by PETE WOODS MILESTONE ISSUE: In the tradition of the original Marvel classic that debuted everyone's favorite wall crawler, we introduce a new generation of heroes in this 48-page special featuring five new stories by our hottest new writers. Will lightning strike twice? Is Marvel's next superstar in these very pages? A guaranteed blast of comic book fun! Cover price $3.99.

Astonishing X-Men (2004 3rd Series) 17A CBCS 9.8 Cassaday

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Label #21-1966BCE-005

Written by Joss Whedon. Pencils & Cover by John Cassady. 'TORN' The X-Man destined to destroy the Breakworld has been revealed! Who is it and what will be done to them? Meanwhile, the Hellfire Club gets one step closer to finally reaching their prize! What's the prize?! Even we don't know! Part 5 (of 6)! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 655A CBCS 9.6

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Label #24-0DCD0E5-005

Written by Grant Morrison. Art and cover by Andy Kubert. Variant cover by Adam Kubert. Comic legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602) come together for Part 1 of "Batman and Son." After a harrowing battle with the Joker high atop Police Headquarters, Batman decides to let Bruce Wayne step into the light. But just who is watching billionaire Bruce Wayne? And what does their plan have to do with Man-Bat? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 656 CGC 9.0

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Label #4399339010

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert. What do you get when you add one Batman, fifty Ninja Man-Bats and the British Prime Minister's wife? Welcome to a glittering night of mayhem among the rich and famous, as Batman faces down a whole army of winged horrors in a no-holds barred, bone-crunching superbrawl among the treasures of London's Pop Art museum. And when the Dark Knight's done, an even greater shock awaits, as we finally meet a startling NEW addition to the Batman family in "Man Bats of London," Part 2 of the 4-part "Batman and Son," by comics legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602)! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 657 CGC 9.8

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Label #4425791011

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert Part 3 of the 4-part. "Batman and Son," by the incomparable team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang! Batman brings his son home to Gotham City and introduces him to both Wayne Manor and the Batcave! But when Batman's new son meets Robin sparks ? and swords ? will fly! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 657 CGC 9.8

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Label #4425791012

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Kubert Part 3 of the 4-part. "Batman and Son," by the incomparable team of writer Grant Morrison and artists Andy Kubert & Jesse Delperdang! Batman brings his son home to Gotham City and introduces him to both Wayne Manor and the Batcave! But when Batman's new son meets Robin sparks ? and swords ? will fly! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 658 CGC 9.8

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Label #4425730015

Cover by Andy Kubert. "Batman & Son Part 4 Absent Fathers," script by Grant Morrison, pencils by Andy Kubert, inks by Jesse Delperdang; Damian's presence at Wayne Manor a distraction for Batman. In trying to prove himself to his father, Damian attacks Alfred, murderes the Spook and almost kills Robin; Bruce has to stop Talia from using an army of Man-Bats against the British government. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Catwoman (2002 3rd Series) 51 CBCS 9.8

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Label #24-0DCD0E5-007

Written by Will Pfeifer Art by Pete Woods Cover by Adam Hughes. Fresh off the soul-rattling revelation from last issue, Selina is livid and looking for answers ? starting with none other than Batman! Her quest will bring her into conflict with the police, and at least two vehicles will be stolen in the process! Slam Bradley makes a fateful decision, while the Black Mask makes his big move against Catwoman, striking at the very heart of Selina's world in a way too terrible for words! On sale January 25 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 823 CGC 9.8

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Label #4425791018

Written by Paul Dini. Art by Joe Benitez & Victor Llama. Cover by Simone Bianchi. Once she was the mistress of all growing things. Now the plant kingdom has rebelled and unleashed its deadly fury on Poison Ivy! While struggling to protect his enemy, Batman is drawn deeper into a forest of intrigue where he uncovers a horrifying secret from Ivy's past. Don't miss this thrilling tale of one of Batman's deadliest femmes fatale by writer Paul Dini and artists Joe Benitez (WRAITHBORN) & Victor Llama! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Gargoyles (2006 Amaze Ink SLG) 2 NM- 9.2

By Greg Weisman & David Hedgecock Stone by day, warriors by night, the Gargoyles were betrayed by those they had sworn to protect. Now in modern Manhattan, the spell that held them frozen for a thousand years is broken, and the Gargoyles live again! In this issue, debate over the Gargoyle menace clogs up New York's airwaves while the shadowy Quarrymen take matters into their own hands. Will an injured Goliath be able to get himself and Elisa to safety before he becomes the Quarrymen¹s first victim? 24pgs, FC Cover price $3.50.

GI Joe Americas Elite The Hunt for Cobra Commander 1 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-250A91C-003

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Even before the events of G.I. JOE: AMERICA'S ELITE #0, General Hawk was desperately trying to find the greatest terrorist of our time: Cobra Commander! When former G.I.Joe agent Spirit is sent by Hawk to find the Commander, does he find him, or end up on a wild goose chase? And how does this all tie in to Hawk's current state-of-mind? This 25 cent special ties directly into continuity, with an all new short story featuring fan-favorite Spirit! Plus: a special comprehensive history of Cobra Commander, and a summary of the past year of ELITE! This one-shot special is everything you need to know to be ready for the explosive return of Cobra Commander in G.I. JOE: AMERICA'S ELITE #13! Cover price $0.25.

Marvel Zombies (2005) 1A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

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Label #4129554002

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Penciled by SEAN PHILLIPS Cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM. Torn from the pages of Ultimate Fantastic Four! On an Earth shockingly similar to the Marvel Universe's, an alien virus has mutated all of the world's greatest super heroes into flesh-eating monsters! It took them only hours to destroy life as we know it-but what happens when they run out of humans to eat?!? Follow their search for more food-and witness the arrival of the Silver Surfer! Cover price $2.99.

Marvel Zombies (2005) 1A VF+ 8.5 1st Printing

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN Penciled by SEAN PHILLIPS Cover by ARTHUR SUYDAM. Torn from the pages of Ultimate Fantastic Four! On an Earth shockingly similar to the Marvel Universe's, an alien virus has mutated all of the world's greatest super heroes into flesh-eating monsters! It took them only hours to destroy life as we know it-but what happens when they run out of humans to eat?!? Follow their search for more food-and witness the arrival of the Silver Surfer! Cover price $2.99.

Nextwave Agents of Hate (2006) 1A CGC 9.6 Immonen

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Label #4095212018

Written by WARREN ELLIS Pencils & Cover by STUART IMMONEN RRRAAAAAGGGGGHHHHH!!! Action! Excitement! Explosions! The Highest Anti-Terrorism Effort, or H.A.T.E. (a subsidiary of the Beyond Corporation©) put NEXTWAVE together to fight Bizarre Weapons of Mass Destruction. When NEXTWAVE discovers that H.A.T.E. and Beyond© are terrorist cells themselves and that the BWMDs were intended to kill them, they are less than pleased. In fact, they are rather angry. So they make things explode. Lots of things. Starring Monica Rambeau (formerly Captain Marvel and Photon), Aaron Stack (Machine Man), Tabitha Smith (X-Force's Meltdown), monster-hunter Elsa Bloodstone and The Captain! Guest-starring Fin Fang Foom!!! If you like anything, you will LOVE NEXTWAVE!!! BOOM!! Cover price $2.99.

Pulse (2004) 14 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4326118014

Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by MICHAEL GAYDOS Cover by MIKE MAYHEW. It's the end of an era. Bendis and Gaydos bid a fond farewell to the pages of the PULSE, but fear not, they are leaving with a doozy. This stand-alone story leaves Jessica Jones faced with the biggest question of her entire life and tells a secret story from her sordid super hero past. Guest-starring Luke Cage and the New Avengers, this issue leads directly into next month's NEW AVENGERS ANNUAL. 32 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

She-Hulk (2005 2nd Series) 6 FN/VF 7.0

Written by DAN SLOTT Penciled by JUAN BOBILLO Cover by GREG HORN 'I'm With Cupid' She-Hulk's firm is dealing with their first superhuman sexual assault case. Their client? Eros of Titan, the space-faring Avenger called Starfox! And when emotions get over-heated at the office-- expect a love triangle or two to finally come to a head! What will this mean for Pug, She-Hulk, and John Jameson? And who (or what) is Awesome Andy falling for?! Cover price $2.99.

Star Wars Legacy (2006) 1A VG+ 4.5

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Broken: Part 1 of 6 - Written by John Ostrander and Jan Duursema. Art by Jan Duursema and Dan Parsons. Cover by Adam Hughes. The future of Star Wars is here in an all-new series set more than a century after Return of the Jedi and the New Jedi Order! The Jedi Temple is attacked, an Emperor is betrayed, and the Sith are born anew! A lot can happen in a hundred years, but all of the above happens just in this first issue! Not since Luke Skywalker first stepped aboard the Millennium Falcon has the galaxy seemed like such a vast, exciting, dangerous place! This is a perfect jumping-on point for any reader-an epic beginning to an untold chapter of the greatest adventure in the universe! Cover price $2.99.

Young Avengers (2005) 12 CBCS 9.4

Paper: White

Label #21-1A34171-029

Written by ALLAN HEINBERG Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG "FAMILY MATTERS" As Earth once again becomes embroiled in the Kree-Skrull War, one Young Avenger is mortally wounded ? while another must sacrifice his future to keep the planet from being consumed in the conflict. Not even the combined forces of the YOUNG AVENGERS and the NEW AVENGERS can stem the tide of destruction. And in the battle's bloody aftermath, the YOUNG AVENGERS -- and their relationship to their would-be mentors -- are forever altered. The team's new status quo begins here! (Part 4 of 4) 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.