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Captain America (2004 5th Series) 6B CGC 9.8 Winter Soldier Variant

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Variant Edition

Label #2012603012

Winter Soldier Cover - Winter Soldier: Part 1.6 - Out of Time: Part 6 of 6 - Written by Ed Brubaker. Pencils & Cover by Steve Epting. "OUT OF TIME" Finale Who killed the Red Skull? Who is the mystery assassin we have yet to see? This issue answers those questions and more! The hunt for the killer of the Red Skull takes a bizarre turn and Steve Rogers' life turns with it. Shattered fragments of Cap's past are called into question by new memories that keep flooding his mind. Is someone playing mind games with him, or has he been in the dark about certain events for years? Only a trip to the scene of his most devastating failure will answer that question. Part 6 (of 6). 32 PGS./Marvel PSR ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Captain America (2004 5th Series) 25C CGC 9.8 Epting Variant 2nd Printing

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Second Printing

Label #0788080094

Captain America #25 (2nd Edition; New Cover) The Death of Captain America Act 1: Part 1 of 6 - Steve Epting cover depicting the "Death of Captain America." Pencils and Cover by STEVE EPTING. Captain America #25 (New Print; New Cover) Written by ED BRUBAKER. Cover price $3.99.

Captain America (2004 5th Series) 34A CGC 9.8 Ross

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Label #4011360015

Cover by Alex Ross. The Death of Captain America Act 2: Part 4 of 6 - Written by ED BRUBAKER Pencils by STEVE EPTING. Is this the NEW Captain America?! Cover price $2.99.

Captain America (2004 5th Series) 34B CGC 9.8 Epting Variant

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Label #4011360018

Cover by Steve Epting. The Death of Captain America Act 2: Part 4 of 6 - Written by ED BRUBAKER Pencils by STEVE EPTING. Is this the NEW Captain America?! Cover price $2.99.

Cheech Wizard TPB (1990 Fantagraphics) 1-REP NM- 9.2

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. By Vaughn Bode. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 60 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $12.95.

Civil War (2006 Marvel) 1F CGC 9.8 Turner Aspen Variant

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Aspen Comics Edition

Label #4354820011

Aspen Comics Exclusive Variant Cover by Michael Turner. Written by Mark Millar Pencils & Sketch Cover by Michael Turner THE LANDSCAPE OF THE MARVEL U IS CHANGING AND IT'S TIME TO DECIDE: WHOSE SIDE ARE YOU ON? A conflict has been brewing in the Marvel Universe for over a year, threatening to pit friend against friend, brother against brother--and all it will take is a single misstep to cost thousands their lives and ignite the fuse! As the war claims its first victims, no one is safe as teams, friendships, and families begin to fall apart. Civil War, a Marvel Comics event in seven parts, stars Spider-Man, the New Avengers, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and the entirety of the Marvel pantheon! Civil War - the cross-over that rewrites the rules - begins here in this double-sized first issue! Mark Miller story, Michael Turner cover. Steve Mcniven & Dexter Vines art. "Death" of the New Warriors, Speedfreak, Coldheart & Cobalt Man. Cover price $2.99.

Dairain Adventure (2007) 1C CGC 9.8

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Retailer Incentive Edition

Label #2133330018

Want to see the comic book live up to its ultimate potential? Then come along with groundbreaking artist/designer Ashley Wood (Popbot) as he presents his latest opus. D'Airain Aventure is a new ongoing monthly title, offering up 32-ad free pages of story and art from the incomparable Wood. Join Les Morts 13 and a rotating cast of characters and overlapping, intersecting stories for what promises to be one of the most unique tales ever told in comics. This first issue is presented with three special covers from Wood, as well as featuring 4' cover flaps with additional comic strip material on them. Take your comic book expectations and throw 'em out the window for this Aventure of a lifetime. *Covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1-to-1 ratio. *Retailers: See your order form for special incentives Cover price $4.99.

Daredevil (1998 2nd Series) 10 CBCS 9.8

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Direct Edition.

Label #21-2CA0FDD-001

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 " Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil (1998 2nd Series) 10 VF 8.0

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 " Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil (1998 2nd Series) 11 CBCS 9.6

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Label #22-2D96179-002

cover by quesada, palmiotti & mack david mack/joe quesada/jimmy palmiotti If you're Matt Murdock, nothing good comes without a price?not even a nice quiet date! It's a walk in the park, dinner, a movie?then a massive brawl! But why is Daredevil protecting the life of the Kingpin? And why is the new femme fatale known as Echo out to make sure we never again hear from the Man Without Fear?! Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil Father (2004) 1WW CGC 10.0 SS Quesada WW Philadelphia Variant

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Signed by Joe Quesada on 5/22/04 at Wizard World Philadelphia Wizard World 2004 Con Edition

Label #0752618001

Available only at Wizard World Philadelphia. Exclusive Joe Quesada sketch cover.

Dark Avengers (2009 Marvel) 1C CBCS 9.8 Blank Variant

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Blank Variant.

Label #21-4282AF3-011

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Blank Cover Variant. Dark Reign tie-in - Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Pencils by MIKE DEODATO THE DARK REIGN IS HERE! The start of an explosive new era in the Avengers mythos! Who are the Dark Avengers? Who is the Iron Patriot? The answers will shock you! Brought to you by Brian Michael Bendis and Mike Deodato Jr. 32 PGS./Rated T+ $3.99 On-Sale ? 1/21 Cover price $3.99.

Dark Avengers (2009 Marvel) 8C CGC 9.8 Deodato 70th Frame 1:10 Variant

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Deodato Variant Cover

Label #3928187005

Limited (1 for 10) 70th Frame Variant Cover. Dark Avengers/X-Men Utopia: Part 5 of 6 - Written by MATT FRACTION. Pencils by LUKE ROSS, inks by RICK MAGYAR, MARK PENNINGTON & LUKE ROSS. Cover by MIKE DEODATO. Norman's X-Men, as led by Emma and Namor, are the face of mutant law and order! The X-Men look played out of position as Osborn's dark reign falls over California-- but Scott Summers isn't done yet. The X-Men strike at Norman, at H.A.M.M.E.R., at his fraud X-Men and his sham Avengers all at once! This is the book where, at long last, the Marvel Universe starts to fight back-- and it sets the stage for next month's unbelievable conclusion in Dark Avengers Uncanny X-Men Exodus (2009) #1! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Dark Wolverine (2009) 79C CGC 9.8 Mattina 1:10 Variant

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Mattina Variant Cover

Label #0210817021

Limited 1 for 10 Zombie Variant Cover by FRANCESCO MATTINA. MY HERO: Part 2 of 3 - Written by MARJORIE LIU and DANIEL WAY. Art by STEPHEN SEGOVIA. The unimaginable has happened - both Daken and Norman's plans have backfired! Now the victim of his own manipulations - beat almost to death by a gang of second-rate villains - Daken is forced to make an almost impossible admission: this 'hero' thing is harder than it looks! But will digging himself out of the hole he's put himself in restore his pride - or ruin him forever? Part 2 (of 3). 32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Dawn Sketchbook (2002) 2003A CBCS 9.6

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Label #21-22F6136-034

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By Joseph Michael Linsner. Joseph Michael Linsner has done it again! Following the sellout success that was last year's Convention Sketchbook, Joe and Image have teamed up again for the Dawn: 2003 Convention Sketchbook. 32 glorious full color pages of previously unpublished Dawn art that you won't find anywhere else -- commission pieces and art done for conventions, plus a sneak peek at the upcoming mini-series Dawn Three Tiers (2003). 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

DC First Superman Lobo (2002) 1 CBCS 8.5

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Label #23-0ACD457-002

WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN; ART BY CLIFF RATHBURN AND ROB LEIGH; COVER BY KEVIN NOWLAN In stores May 1. Here it is! The first encounter between the Man of Steel and the Main Man! It's the story all Superman fans have been hoping we'd never show: the very first encounter between the Man of Steel and the Main Man! How did their great relationship start off so well? Why does Superman grit his teeth every time he hears the word "frag"? And why does Lobo hate this milksop planet we call Earth? Read it and weep! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 48 PG. $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

Deadman Collection HC (2001 Deluxe Edition) 1A-1ST VG/FN 5.0

Peeling on slip case.

1st printing. Collects Strange Adventures (1950-1973 1st Series) #205-216, Brave and the Bold (1955-1983 1st Series) #79, 86 and 104, and material from Aquaman (1962-1978 1st Series) #50-52, and Challengers of the Unknown (1958-1978 DC 1st Series) #74. Written by Neal Adams, Bob Haney, Jack Miller, Arnold Drake, Robert Kanigher, and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Neal Adams, Carmine Infantino and George Tuska. Cover by Neal Adams. Everyone's favorite dead super-hero is featured in this massive, deluxe slipcased hardcover! This volume contains the complete collection of Neal Adams' Deadman and much more. Hardcover (with slipcase), 7-in. x 10 1/2-in., 354 pages, full color. NOTE: Includes a newly inked version of Strange Adventures #205 done especially for this edition by Neal Adams.. Cover price $75.00.

Deadpool (1997 1st Series) 46 CGC 9.8

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Label #0357758009

"cruel summer" part 1 (of 3). painted cover by joe jusko. jimmy palmiotti/paul chadwick/ron randall. ?THE SCOOP: Sparks fly as writer Jimmy Palmiotti (PUNISHER) and penciler Paul Chadwick (Concrete) drag Deadpool into the mean streets of crime fiction! THE STORY: Wade Wilson takes a job from one of New York's Finest?an assignment that just might get him whacked by the mob! Of course, these wiseguys have never had to deal with the Merc-With-The-Mouth before! And the topping off this tasty cake is a fully painted cover by Joe Jusko! Cover price $2.25.

Deadpool (1997 1st Series) 54 VF- 7.5

cover by steve dillon & jimmy palmiotti, jimmy palmiotti & buddy scalera/georges jeanty/jon holdredge. Deadpool vs. The Punisher?Round 1! Deadpool takes on the hit-job of the century when he's hired to take out the man who whacked Ma Gnucci?none other than Frank Castle! Grab your machine guns, kids, this should be a doozy! Cover price $2.25.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 753 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-007

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL; ART BY STEVE MANNION, BRAD RADER, JEFF JOHNSON, AND DAN PANOSIAN; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. "This Issue: Batman Dies!!!" During a psychiatric evaluation, it's revealed that, as therapy, Two-Face has written and drawn his own comic book adventures starring Harvey Dent and Detective Renee Montoya, in which he chronicles the many deaths of the Dark Knight. Plus, the back-up adventure "The Jacobian" continues. FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 760 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-016

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, DARWYN COOKE, JESSE DELPERDANG, AND CAMERON STEWART; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON Batman faces off against the sinister Mad Hatter as Montoya and Allen are trapped in a jail cell and a precinct full of cops fall into Hatter-induced chaos. Plus, "Trail of Catwoman" continues in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO) & Cameron Stewart (DEADENDERS). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 761 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242B326-018

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, DARWYN COOKE, AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON?? Bruce's bodyguard Sasha Bordeaux has thirty days to prove her worth, or she's fired! Meanwhile, Internal Affairs heats up the M.C.U., and you won't believe whom they're after! Plus, "Trail of the Catwoman" continues in the backup written by Ed Brubaker (BATMAN) and illustrated by Darwyn Cooke (BATMAN: EGO). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 766 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-002

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY SCOTT MCDANIEL, CLIFF CHIANG AND JESSE DELPERDANG; COVER BY JOHN MCCREA. "Bruce Wayne: Murderer?" Part 1! Immediately following the shocking events of BATMAN: THE 10-CENT ADVENTURE, we learn that Bruce Wayne is wanted...for murder! Just how is this possible? And how is Batman going to get his alter-ego out of this one? Plus, the fourth chapter of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 771 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-009

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY STEVE LIEBER, CLIFF CHIANG AND MARK MCKENNA; COVER BY ANDREW ROBINSON. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 12! It's one thing to try and solve a murder. Being cleared of the crime is a different matter. While Batman struggles to build a new life, the shadow of the GCPD looms large. Plus, Chapter Nine of "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 772 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-010

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JUDD WINICK; ART BY MARK MCKENNA AND JOHN NYBERG; COVER BY STEVE LEIBER AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ. "Bruce Wayne: Fugitive" Part 16. Sasha's been in jail for months, while Bruce Wayne has long since escaped. When a mysterious stranger arrives with a proposition ? implicate Bruce and walk, or rot in prison 'till the day she dies ? will Sasha finally give in? Plus, the concluding chapter to "Josie Mac," by Judd Winick and Cliff Chiang. FC, 40 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 779 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242C9C7-019

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND J.C. GAGNÉ; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND MICHEL GAGNÉ; COVER BY TIM SALE. "Dead Reckoning" (Part 3 of 6) continues as one of Batman's oldest foes is laid to rest. But while the Gotham underworld pays its respects, Batman scrambles to prevent the killer from striking again! Plus, the penultimate chapter of "Spore," by J.C. Gagné and indie comics artist Michel Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbits). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 780 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-242C9C7-022

WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER AND J.C. GAGNÉ; ART BY TOMMY CASTILLO, WADE VON GRAWBADGER AND MICHEL GAGNÉ; COVER BY TIM SALE "Dead Reckoning" Part 4 of 6. As Batman desperately tries to find the killer known as "The Charlatan," the rogues of Arkham Asylum find that the walls of their prison are no protection against his murderous spree. With the killer closing in on some of Gotham's most notorious villains, Batman is forced to turn to his oldest allies ? on both sides of the law! Plus, the conclusion to the 5-part "Spore," drawn by children's book and indie comics artist Michel Gagné (Zed, Insanely Twisted Rabbits). FC, 40 PG. $2.75 Cover price $2.75.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 812 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242ED25-015

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Written by David Lapham Art by Ramon Bachs & Nathan Massengill. Cover by Lapham. Part 10 of the 12-part "City of Crime!" Bruce Wayne forgoes cape and cowl to investigate the mysteries of Gotham's seediest neighborhood, Crown Point. Plus, Gordon's back in town to help Robin uncover the Ventriloquist's secrets...only Scarface ain't talkin'. 32 pages. Cover price $2.50.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 830 CBCS 9.8

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Label #21-242F872-007

Written by Stuart Moore Art by Andy Clarke Covers by Simone Bianchi DETECTIVE COMICS ships twice in March to present 'The Siege,' a nail-biting 2-part suspense story written by Stuart Moore (FIRESTORM, Punisher X-Mas Special) and Andy Clarke (BATMAN: FACE THE FACE)! In issue #829, a costumed terrorist called VOX plans to blow up Wayne Tower - and he's trapped Bruce Wayne in a top-floor conference room. Aided only by his mentor's radioed instructions, Robin must face the bomber alone! And in the conclusion in #830, Robin faces certain death as massive explosions rock Wayne Tower. Only Bruce Wayne can stop the terrorist - but changing to Batman will mean revealing his dual identity! Issue #829 on sale March 7; issue #830. 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 854A CGC 9.8 Williams

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Slab: Scuffing to inner well of case

Label #3986279019

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 Cover price $3.99.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 858A CBCS 9.8 Williams

Paper: White

Label #21-242F872-023

Cover by JH Williams III. GO: Part 1 - Written by Greg Rucka. Art by JH Williams III; co-feature art by Cully Hamner. The shocking and tragic origin story of Batwoman begins here! Young Kate Kane and her family are kidnapped by terrorists, and Kate's life - and the lives of her family - will never be the same! Plus, the mystery behind the villainous Alice is at last revealed! Then, in The Question co-feature, Renee's search for a missing girl comes to a bittersweet end, leaving Renee with more questions and an even bigger mystery for her to solve. As long as she can survive the night, that is... 40 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Dragon's Lair (2006 Arcana) 2A CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4389513011

By Andy Mangels & Fabio Laguna. Welcome to the time of fearsome dragons, brave knights, and beautiful damsels! Dragon's Lair #2 is the second installment of this four-issue series and features a hair-raising showdown between Dirk the Daring and The Mud Men! Cover price $3.95.

Fables (2002) 6 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-021

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores October 9. Mark Buckingham (Peter Parker: Spider-Man) pencils the newest story arc, the 5-part "Animal Farm." The mystery of her sister's murder has been solved, and the guilty parties have been punished. This leaves Fabletown's Deputy Mayor Snow White physically exhausted, spiritually drained, and in need of a big rest. So she decides to personally drive one errant Colin Piggy back up to the Farm, the remote, upstate annex where the non-human Fables reside. But rest and relaxation will have to wait for our heroine. Something wicked is brewing in upstate New York and Snow White's untimely arrival lands her in the thick of it. For more information, see the Feature Article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Fables (2002) 8 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-022

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores December 18. "Animal Farm," Part 3 of 5. The Fables at the Farm are now in open revolt, and the always practical, always proper Snow White finds herself at the top of the radicals' hit list. Her adversaries number in the hundreds, while her only ally seems to be the crass and wily Reynard the Fox. Together, to get to the truth, the two fugitives have to make their way to the caves beyond the Valley of the Sleepers. But first they have to survive crossing the tall grass, which inhabits sleeping giants and belongs to the ravenous Shere Khan. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Fables (2002) 10 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #22-2E003BA-016

WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY MARK BUCKINGHAM AND STEVE LEIALOHA; PAINTED COVER BY JAMES JEAN In stores February 12. The conclusion to the 5-part "Animal Farm." The revolt at the Farm has been suppressed, the revolutionaries quelled. Goldilocks remains on the loose since her seemingly fatal shooting but the rest of the dissidents have been tried and sentenced. The executioner's axe is sharp and swift as the Fables learn what true justice means. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Famous Monster Movie Art of Basil Gogos HC (2005 Vanguard) Deluxe Edition 1-1ST VG 4.0

Missing slipcase.

1st printing. Deluxe Slipcased Edition - Limited to 600 copies - Signed by Basil Gogos. By Kerry Gammill and J. David Spurlock. The Famous Monster Movie Art of Basil Gogos is a celebration of the career of the acknowledged master of film monster portrait art. To many fans of classic horror movies, the name Basil Gogos is as familiar as that of Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, or Vincent Price. Gogos' paintings are as iconic as his subjects. The Deluxe Edition includes 15 bonus portfolio pages. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $59.95.

Fantastic Four (1998 3rd Series) 500DC CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Director's Cut Foil Edition.

Label #22-2DFC43B-003

"Unthinkable Part 4" Written by Mark Waid. Pencils by Mike Wieringo. Inks by Karl Kesel and Lary Stucker. Cover by Mike Wieringo, Karl Kesel, and Richard Isanove. A special extra-sized edition of the World's Greatest Comic Magazine's 500th issue! Features the full standard edition, plus a special foil-enhanced cover and 16-pages of DVD-style extras, including: deleted scenes, creator commentaries, outtakes, and bonus material celebrating 500 issues of Marvel's flagship series! Note: Marvel celebrated its first series to reach 500 issues by returning FANTASTIC FOUR to its original numbering! Cover price $4.99.

Flash (1987 2nd Series) 197 VF+ 8.5

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS "Blitz," Part 1 of 4, leading up to THE FLASH #200! Professor Zoom returns in a story that reveals the secrets behind his origin! But what's his strange goal? It's not what you'd think! NOTE: The first part of the powerful four-part story "Blitz" has sold out at the publisher (less than a week after its release) and DC has no plans to go back to press on at this time. "I'm really excited that 'Blitz' is starting off so strong, but really the roller coaster has only gone over the first hill we haven't even hit the loops yet," says writer Geoff Johns. "I've said it before and I'll say it again: Issue #200 will change the world of the Flash and Zoom forever. We're just getting out of the gate here, and I'm glad so many are along for the ride." FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Flash (1987 2nd Series) 197 VF- 7.5

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; COVER BY KOLINS "Blitz," Part 1 of 4, leading up to THE FLASH #200! Professor Zoom returns in a story that reveals the secrets behind his origin! But what's his strange goal? It's not what you'd think! NOTE: The first part of the powerful four-part story "Blitz" has sold out at the publisher (less than a week after its release) and DC has no plans to go back to press on at this time. "I'm really excited that 'Blitz' is starting off so strong, but really the roller coaster has only gone over the first hill we haven't even hit the loops yet," says writer Geoff Johns. "I've said it before and I'll say it again: Issue #200 will change the world of the Flash and Zoom forever. We're just getting out of the gate here, and I'm glad so many are along for the ride." FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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.

Gen 13 (1995 2nd Series) 53 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-22F6136-048

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WRITTEN BY JOHN LAYMAN. ART AND COVER BY DAN NORTON. A special issue focusing on the villains that menace GEN13! Ever since our heroes moved back to New York, they've been ambushed and attacked by mysterious and malevolent super-scum. Now we learn the reasons why, as we spotlight a sad-sack super-villain, who, once humiliated by GEN13, has come looking for revenge. And this time around, he's got some powerful friends backing him up! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

GI Joe (2001 Image/Devil's Due) 21A CBCS 9.2 Zeck Cover A

Paper: White

Label #21-1d24259-005

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Throwback to the original Marvel GI Joe #21, the Silent Issue! (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Mike Zeck (Cover A) Mike Zeck and HI-FI (Cover B) J. Scott Campbell and Hi-Fi FC 32pp $2.95 THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: For the first time in over a decade! G.I.JOE goes SILENT! The events in issue twenty lead to the Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow showdown, and MIKE ZECK is going to bring it to you. We reunite the superstar team of Zeck and inker John Beatty, to bring you what looks to be one of the most popular G.I.JOE issues in years! When Storm Shadow broke free the Cobra's mind control, Snake-Eyes, Kamakura and William rushed to help him, but they arrived seconds too late. Cobra got there first. Now, with William severely wounded, and Kamakura down for the count, it will be up to Snake-Eyes to save his friend and take out Cobra Commander. NOTE: The covers for issues 20A and 21A together form a complete picture. Cover price $2.95.

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

Paper: White

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.

GI Joe Frontline (2002) 1B CBCS 9.6 SS Larry Hama Sharpe Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Kevin Sharpe Variant.

Label #21-21F13CC-004

Cover by Kevin Sharpe. (W) Larry Hama (P) Dan Jurgens (I)Bob Layton 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 9.4 SS Larry Hama

Paper: White

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

Label #21-21F3AF0-005

(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.

GLX-Mas Special (2005) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1206557004

Written by DAN SLOTT Penciled by MATT HALEY, GEORGES JEANTY, MIKE WIERINGO, MIKE KAZALEH, TY TEMPLETON & PAUL GRIST Cover by PAUL PELLETIER. Marvel's own Milwaukee-based Misfits are back?in their very own, double sized X-mas special! Sure, they survived the GLA mini-series, but can Squirrel Girl, Mr. Immortal, and pals survive... the HOLIDAYS?!? 6 all-new features of mockery, morbidity, and merriment-- including the return of Grasshopper, Deathurge... and the Yuletide tyranny of Dr. Tannenbaum?! By Dan Slott (GLA), Georges Jeanty (Gambit), Paul Grist (Jack Staff), Mike Kazaleh (Ren & Stimpy), and special guest, Mike Wieringo (Friendly Neighborhood something-or-other). 48 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Gotham City Sirens (2009) 1A CBCS 9.8 March

Paper: White

Label #17-2187C27-004

Cover by Guillem March. Written by Paul Dini Art by Guillem March. This all-new series features the bad girls of Gotham City! Catwoman, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are tired of playing by other people's rules regardless of which side of the law they're on. These tough ladies have a new agenda that's all their own, and they'll use any means necessary to pursue it. But can they get along and work as a team? And who will get hurt along the way? Cover price $2.99.

Gotham Girls (2002) 5 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4402776008

WRITTEN BY PAUL STORRIE; ART BY JENNIFER GRAVES AND J. BONE; COVER BY SHANE GLINES The action-packed miniseries concludes! As the clock runs out on gaining possession of a dangerous chemical, Batgirl finds herself torn between fighting and feeling ? for Harley's loneliness, Poison Ivy's protectiveness, and Catwoman's love of danger. But she and Detective Reneé Montoya have to come down on the side of the law. Can they do it in time? FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 5) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Green Lantern (1990 3rd Series DC) 145 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #22-2D520EC-039

WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY EAGLESHAM In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! It's the end of an era for Kyle Rayner, and the beginning of something far more dangerous than he's ever had to deal with. The Guardians of the Universe created the Green Lanterns to maintain order and peace, while their polar opposites, the Qwardians, believed only in bringing about disorder and chaos. Now their champions ? Kyle and Nero ? battle for control of the greatest source of power either of them has ever had access to. To the victor go the spoils, but the prize may prove too grand for either man to handle. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Grimm Fairy Tales (2005 Zenescope) 32ZENOSCOPE CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Zenescope Exclusive.

Label #16-1E4BE5C-001

Zenoscope Exclusive Variant Cover - Limited to 500 copies. Pinocchio: Part 2 of 2 - by Tyler, Tedesco & Seidman The conclusion to the terrifying story of the wooden puppet who longed to by a real boy is here! Gepetto searches for his son and will not give up on him. But a viscous evil stirs inside of Pinnochio, and it might be too late for Gepetto to help him. Can a father's love prove to be enough to save Pinnochio, or will evil prevail and doom Gepetto once and for all? 32 pages, full color.