Auctions: comic books September 2003

JLA Avengers (2003) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4100383014

Written by KURT BUSIEK; Wraparound cover & art by GEORGE PÉREZ THE EVENT 20 YEARS IN THE MAKING!·WITH APPEARANCES BY EVERY AVENGER & JLA MEMBER ... EVER! THE WAIT IS OVER! The most eagerly anticipated comic book crossover of all time has finally arrived, with alternating Prestige Format issues by Marvel & DC Comics! What cataclysmic threat could endanger two universes - and dwarf the combined power of both Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the World's Greatest Super-Heroes? The world finally learns the answer in September 2003! 48 PGS./PRESTIGE FORMAT/MARVEL PG...$5.95 UPC: 5960605369-00111 Cover price $5.95.

Shonen Jump (2003 Viz Media) 9 BCK 8.0

Paper: White

Promotional Material included.

Dragon Ball Z: Defeated by the Androids, Earth's heroes regroup and plan their next move... and Piccolo makes the fateful decision to rejoin his ancient nemesis Kami-sama. Yu-Gi-Oh!: Over 60 pages! Yusuke's classmate Hanazaki likes superhero comics, but can the super-hero Zombire save him from trouble in the real world? Yuyu Hakusho: Yusuke's back, and now he's a "Spirit Detective"! His first assignment is to get back three evil artifacts from the demons Gouki, Kurama, and Hiei! One Piece: Roronoa Zoro vs. Kabaji the Acrobat! Naruto: To fight Zabuza, Kakashi unleashes the mystic powers of his hidden left eye! Shaman King: With his soul enslaved by an evil sorceress, a dead kung fu master comes back as a rampaging zombie! His target: Yoh Asakura! Sandland: Rao, Beelzebub, and Thief find the source of the river ? and an unbelievable secret. (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside the U.S. and Canada. Magazine, 352pg, PC$4.95 Cover price $4.95.

Shrek (2003) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4698322002

Written by Mark Evanier. Art by Ramon Bachs and Raul Fernandez. The big green ogre is back -- this time in COMICS! Join Shrek, Donkey, and the gang as they embark on their latest adventure. The tale begins as Shrek, Princess Fiona, and their constant companion, Donkey, set off for a honeymoon at Fairytale Tales. But the ghost of Lord Farguaad, intent on taking his fearsome revenge, interrupts the honeymooners' bliss. Written by master sribe Mark Evanier (Groo) and illustrated by Ramon Bachs and Raul Fernandez (Star Wars). Shrek is sure to please readers of all ages. Featuring Groo writer and Eisner-Award winner Mark Evanier as he embarks on an all-new adventure with everyone's favorite ogre. 32 pages, FC. All Ages   Cover price $2.99.

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) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4680530020

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.

Thor Vikings (2003 Marvel Max) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4715502010

Cardstock cover by Glenn Fabry Garth Ennis (w)/Glenn Fabry (a) It's more "ENNIS TO THE MAX" in this debut of another MAX mini-series by comics' most outrageous writer. Ennis! Fabry! Zombie Vikings! And THOR! What else is there to say!? 32 PGS. WITH ADS/FC/CARDSTOCK COVER/PARENTAL ADVISORY...$3.50 UPC: 5960605428-00111 Cover price $3.50.