Comic books March 2005

Volume 50 - 1st printing. "The Texas War of Independence 1835-36!" By Alan C Huffines. The Texas Revolution is remembered chiefly for the 13-day siege of the Alamo and its immortal heroes. This book describes the war and the preceding years that were marked by resentments and minor confrontations as the ambitions of Mexico's leaders clashed with the territorial determination of Texan settlers. When the war broke in October 1835, the invading Mexicans, under the leadership of the flamboyant President-General Santa Ana, fully expected to crush a ragged army of frontiersmen. Led by Sam Houston, the Texans rallied in defense of the new Lone Star state, defeated the Mexicans in a mere 18 minutes at the battle of San Jacinto and won their independence. Softcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W Cover price $17.95.

Volume 16 - 1st printing. "Modelling the F/A-18 Hornet!" By Geoff Coughlin. The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet is probably the world's most advanced air superiority fighter/attack aircraft and is often seen thrilling air-show crowds around the world. It is currently in service with the US Navy, the US Marine Corps, the Spanish, Australian, Swiss and Canadian air forces. This title provides a detailed guide to modelling the Hornet in 1/48th and 1/32nd scales, covering a variety of colour schemes. The step-by-step modelling projects include a 'Gunslingers' F/A-18C USN Hornet from Operation DESERT FOX, an F/A-18D Hornet from the Royal Malaysian Air Force, a Navy 'Black Aces' F/A-18F Super Hornet and an F/A-18A 'Top Gun'-school Hornet. Softcover, 7-in. x 10-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Volume 96- 1st printing. "Carolingian Cavalryman AD 768-987 !" Written by David Nicolle. Art by Wayne Reynolds. The army of Charlemagne and his successors enabled the western Franks to recreate what contemporaries regarded as a 'reborn' western Roman empire. Frankish society was well prepared for war, with outstanding communications drawing together the disparate regions of a large empire. The role of mounted troops, the essential striking force of the Frankish army, is explored here. Alongside it was the impact that new technology, such as stirrups, had on warfare in this period. Illuminating a much-neglected area of history, this book shows how the role of cavalry grew in prestige, as the Carolingian armoured horseman gave way to the knight of the early 10th century. Softcover, 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $18.95.

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Add to cart Fine $2.65

Written by Judd Winick Art by Karl Kerschl Cover by Doug Mahnke. The Outsiders roster expands in an issue written by Judd Winick with guest art by Karl Kerchl (MAJESTIC) and a cover by Doug Mahnke (JLA)! This issue features a romantic interlude, OUTSIDERS style, as Shift and Indy have a sweet date that ends with some hot action...but not the kind they may have been hoping for! Instead, they find a massive virus has seized the Outsiders HQ's computer systems. And when we say virus, we mean the "crazy-mechanized-killer-machines-come- to-life" kind of virus! Plus, secrets are revealed about the team's operations! On sale Jan 26 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

6 - Wonder Woman issue! Interview with Perez. 45-page Perez art gallery. Articles by Ilke Hincer, Michael Rudolph, Bobby Nash, Gary L. Beck, Ralph Ramil M. Mendoza and C.M. Beckett. Poem by Michael F. Hopkins. Photo gallery. Wonder Woman checklist. 5 pages of Perez pencils from unpublished Sojourn/Lady Death. Cover price $6.95.

Spring, 2005. The Conspiracy Reader. In this issue: Serial Killers & High Society, Planet X: True Sun of the INCA, 9-11: Were We Controlled, Conspiracy Theories: The Good, The Bad, and the Baked, Elves & Fairy Tales: Slaughtered Race?, Technological Wizardry. 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.00.

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Add to cart Very Good $5.99

1st printing.

By Stephan Pastis.

Pearls Before Swine was voted the Best Comic Strip of 2003 by the National Cartoonists Society, and in Nighthogs, the strip's third collection, Stephan Pastis proves that his strip is one of the sharpest, funniest comics in newspapers.You never know who you'll bump into at a diner at night. It could be a rat with an anger-management problem. Or an overly sentimental pig. Or a zebra with a story or two to tell about a crocodile. Or even a goat who just wants to be left alone.

Welcome to Nighthogs, where the door is always open, the light is always on, and the coffee is as scorching as the humor.

In this third collection of the immensely popular Pearls Before Swine, Stephan Pastis again takes us into the world of Rat, Pig, Zebra, and Goat, and he shows once more just how outrageous-and how hilarious-the unpredictable can be. Always surprising (and only occasionally depraved), Pearls Before Swine is one of the sharpest comic strips in newspapers today. So pull up a stool, have a cup of joe, and enjoy.

Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 128 pages. B&W. Cover price $10.99.

2nd or later printing - "Nighthogs".

By Stephan Pastis.

Pearls Before Swine was voted the Best Comic Strip of 2003 by the National Cartoonists Society, and in Nighthogs, the strip's third collection, Stephan Pastis proves that his strip is one of the sharpest, funniest comics in newspapers.You never know who you'll bump into at a diner at night. It could be a rat with an anger-management problem. Or an overly sentimental pig. Or a zebra with a story or two to tell about a crocodile. Or even a goat who just wants to be left alone.

Welcome to Nighthogs, where the door is always open, the light is always on, and the coffee is as scorching as the humor.

In this third collection of the immensely popular Pearls Before Swine, Stephan Pastis again takes us into the world of Rat, Pig, Zebra, and Goat, and he shows once more just how outrageous-and how hilarious-the unpredictable can be. Always surprising (and only occasionally depraved), Pearls Before Swine is one of the sharpest comic strips in newspapers today. So pull up a stool, have a cup of joe, and enjoy.

Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 128 pages. B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

PHANTOM #5 by Rafael Nieves, Jerry Decaire, & Thomas Mason "Damnation Game" Part 1 of 2?The Phantom jets to Chicago to help an old friend who is entombed in a bizarre catatonic stupor. A deposed African dictator who has begun a second life as a high-end drug dealer, seems to be the man behind this. As the Phantom steadies a bead on his assumed target, however, the shadowy hand of a CIA agent knocks him unsteady. What secrets must he keep dark from the Phantom's steely stare? Urban cinema-action from Vampire the Masquerade's Rafael Nieves and Wolverine's Jerry Decaire! 32pgs, FCSRP: $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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Volume 2 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Son Hee-Joon. The battle continues and the body count rises as the Medusa Guild attempts to seal the doors to all the Mahgae's. But as the monsters die, they come back to life transformed into more powerful versions of their former selves. Meanwhile Sang and Notra flee from the battle but not before witnessing the demise of Fatalis. Lance, leader of the Medusa Guild, seems to know who Sang is and everyone starts to wonder if there may be more to her than meets the eye! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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on sale 03.016 $2.95 bi-monthly ongoing series black & white 32 pages written & illustrated by OVI NEDELCU cover by OVI NEDELCU CONCEPT: Set in present-day Portland, Oregon, PIGTALE relates the exciting adventure of Boston Booth, an amateur private eye whose life is in financial and professional turmoil, when he runs into Clyde, an intelligent talking pig desperate to get away from his violent wolf stepbrother, Taxx. Together, Boston & Clyde venture off into the wild to help one another overcome their fears, rescue loved ones and save the city from Taxx, who's bent on destroying Clyde, getting his revenge and using a super-plasma device to conquer the city and reign supreme! THIS ISSUE: "THE SMELL OF TAXX"?Boston Booth finds himself caught between rescue and retreat as he and Clyde try to avoid the claws of Taxx, Clyde's evil wolf stepbrother. Taxx has been up to no good, plotting his new scheme to overtake the city of Portland and create an army of sinister minions! Will Boston be able to save Clyde in time? Will they be able to stop Taxx from gathering his nefarious forces? Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Warren Ellis. Art and cover by John Cassady. Prepare for "The Torture of William Leather," as only Warren Ellis and John Cassaday can deliver! William Leather, a founding member of the 4, is now in the hands of Elijah Snow. He recounts the history of his family, and we learn that his father had secrets that, once revealed, will open doors - and lead to many more questions. 32 pg, FC. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Leaving the 20th Century!" Collects Planetary (1999) #13-18. Written by Warren Ellis. Art by John Cassaday. In this volume, Elijah takes a look at his past, making startling revelations and recounting his participation in the first moon shot...in 1851! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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Written by Kyle Baker Art and cover by Baker See what the critics are raving about in a new tale by acclaimed writer/artist Kyle Baker! This issue: still more plasticky goodness, whipped up for your reading delight! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.95.

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Add to cart VG 4.0 $2.65

Add to cart CGC 9.6 $189.00 View scan Paper: White Label #4550245005 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

MATURE READERS. Cover price $4.99.

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Snuffing Out Judas. Story by Keith Davidsen. Art and cover by Scott Lewis. A spin-off from Drew Hayes celebrated series Poison Elves, featuring Luses sinister ex. Hyena discovers shes been played as a pawn in a demonic army's genocidal plot, and woe be unto the responsible party when she finally figures out who it is. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

by Ashley Wood, Adam Warren & Various Fans of Ashley Wood are in for a unique treat in this special one-shot dedicated to the wonderfully twisted world of Popbot. This special edition contains a brand-new Popbot story penned by Adam Warren with art by Ash himself, as well as a gallery featuring images of Popbot by some of the biggest names in comic art. A feature on the Popbot polystone statue from Sideshow Collectibles is also included in this must-have comic! SC, 7x10, 48pgs, FC SRP: $5.99 Cover price $5.99.

Written by Amy Rogers, Sholly Fisch and Robbie Busch Art by Christopher Cook & Mike DeCarlo Cover by Phil Moy Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow will stop our heroines from battling the storm- slinging Weather Girl! On sale Jan 19 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

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Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Art & Cover by MICHAEL AVON OEMING POWERS IS BACK! Get ready for the biggest fight scene POWERS has ever seen as Retro Girl is faced with a foe more powerful than she might be ready for! It's America's No. 1 creator-owned book from the writer of the No. 1 book in the country! It's Bendis uncensored and the only place you can find it is here! ? Eisner, Wizard and CBG award-winning series! 32 PGS./MATURE ...$2.95 powers is TM & © 2004 Jinxworld Inc., 2004. All Rights Reserved. Cover price $2.95.

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Interview with Bruce Campbell on The Man With the Screaming Brain. Sneak peeks: 2 pages from Superman: Infinite City; 2 pages from The Matador #1; 3 pages from ShadowHawk #1; 4 pages from Hero Camp #1; 4 pages from NYC Mech: Beta Love #1; 4 strips from PVP #0. Flip covers: Green Lantern #1 by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino; McFarlane's Military action figure. Cover price $4.50.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Takeshi Konomi. With Coach Ryuzaki's blessing, Team Captain Kunimitsu Tezuka challenges the Prince of Tennis Ryoma Echizen to a bitter duel to settle their differences. Given Ryoma's astounding skill and composure, will Kunimitsu's best game be good enough to win? Meanwhile, with the City Tournament fast approaching, Seishun Academy's campus is crawling with spies who are out to gather data on their players' strengths and weaknesses. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Collects Promethea (1999) #19-25.

Written by Alan Moore. Art and cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.

This volume is the conclusion of Promethea's sprawling tour of the higher realms of the spirit. This Eisner-winning saga has been lauded by Entertainment Weekly and Time.com.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $14.99.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Promethea (1999) #19-25.

Written by Alan Moore. Art and cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.

This volume is the conclusion of Promethea's sprawling tour of the higher realms of the spirit. This Eisner-winning saga has been lauded by Entertainment Weekly and Time.com.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $14.99.

by Aaron Williams When ps238 needs someone to "guide" a half-angel half-demon through what life is like for a regular kid, the only mere mortal at ps238 is tapped for the job. Tyler finds himself in the role of humanity instructor for Malphast, a creature from realms infernal and celestial. Can such a creature learn how to act "normally?" Will the playground play host to the era's greatest theological conflict? Pick up ps238 #11 and see! 32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Katsu Aki.

A kiss here, a touch there, at a love motel... the perfect setting for a steamy romance just between Ai and Orina, or so they thought. Feelings between Ai and Orina are heating up, until Ai senses Mew's cries for help in her fight against Tokimitsu. Ai rushes to Mew's aid and leaves Orina in the dust. Could Ai be the boy from the past that Mew has been looking for all her life?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Rated T

Cover price $9.99.

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Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by BRENT ANDERSON Cover by MIKE MAYHEW "Secret War" Ripped from the pages of Secret War! Luke Cage is missing and Jessica Jones will do whatever she can to find him. But who are the mystery men following her? Part 2 (of 4). 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605483-00711 Cover price $2.99.

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Written by GARTH ENNIS Penciled by DOUGIE BRAITHWAITE Cover by TIM BRADSTREET "Mother Russia" Searching for a deadly retrovirus whose sale on the black market could bring the world to its knees, Frank Castle penetrates a Russian nuclear silo...and comes face-to-face with the Mongolian! Part 4 (of 6). 32 PGS./Parental Advisory ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605497-01611 Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Scott R. Kurtz art by Scott R. Kurtz cover by Frank Cho CONCEPT: In a world where nerds evolved from man, the staff of PvP Magazine rule as kings. Join Brent, Cole, Francis, Jade and Skull the Troll for TITANIC TALES OF GEEKDOM brought to you in the mighty IMAGE STYLE! It's pop culture gone mad as the famous Web comic leaps from your computer screen into print. THIS ISSUE: The PvP gang once again break out their dice bags and sit down at the kitchen table for some hard-core role playing, superhero style. The swords and sorcery are put aside for capes and tights as our favorite nerds assume the roles of the JUSTICE EIGHT! Featuring a totally kick-ass cover by Shanna the She-Devil artist FRANK CHO! Cover price $2.95.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. "Operation: Saddlebags!" Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Mike Norton and Steve Rolston. A homecoming for Tara Chace is cut short when she must return to active duty for a mission with the latest addition to the Special Section. When a scandal involving high-ranking government officials, UK oil drilling, and the Russian Mafia threatens the integrity of the country, Tara must go to St. Petersburg and stop it all before it starts. But when the new agent messes up, will Chace just make things worse? Hardcover, 144 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $30.00.

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Written by Rick Veitch Art and cover by Tommy Lee Edwards The Question rains terror upon the Subterraneans' criminal operations through Metropolis ? striking those that fall "beneath" the eyes of the Man of Steel. Meanwhile, Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen get the scoop on Luthor's motivations behind the Science Spire. On sale Jan 5 ? 3 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Cover price $2.95.

Vol. 324 #4224 - Mar. 12, 2005. Articles include: Doctor Who, the Two Ronnies, David Tennant, news and TV and radio listings. 9-in. x 11 3/4-in., 154 pages, full color.

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Vol. 324 #4226 - Mar. 26-Apr. 1, 2005. Articles include: Doctor Who pull-out insert about new Doctor Who, Graham Norton, Colditz, Windsor Castle, news and TV and radio listings. Foldout cover of Christopher Eccleston as the new Doctor. 9-in. x 11 3/4-in., 154 pages, full color.

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by Niccolo Balce Interrupted by a strange sound while playing the latest Silent Kill game, Migo, Mica, and Mona discover a dead girl on the Kwik Mart's roof. Their lives are sent into a maelstrom of confusion, freakish aliens, precipitous resurrection, and enigmatical secrets. Hang on for a wild ride into the unimaginable and astonishing ? a random encounter! 32pgs, B&W (1 of 4) SRP: $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Niccolo Balce Interrupted by a strange sound while playing the latest Silent Kill game, Migo, Mica, and Mona discover a dead girl on the Kwik Mart's roof. Their lives are sent into a maelstrom of confusion, freakish aliens, precipitous resurrection, and enigmatical secrets. Hang on for a wild ride into the unimaginable and astonishing ? a random encounter! 32pgs, B&W (1 of 4) SRP: $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

2nd Edition - Volume 16 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. The theft of the "Visitor's Registry" from the Jusenkyo Guide in Qinghai Province is only the start of the tragedy for Ranma and the others... but, for the unfortunately named "Pantyhose Taro," it's going to be the end! Over 10 years ago, a pregnant woman gave birth at the cursed springs of Jusenkyo. A quick dunking into a nearby spring by Happosai seals the fate of the bouncing baby... demon ... and now it's out for revenge! For Happosai did more than turn the baby into the monster it's become! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 240 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Volume 13 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kang-Woo Lee. Rebirth returns to the present! With a new comrade, Japanese Ninja Inaba Eiji, added to their ranks, Deshwitat and the team travel to New York City. With Inaba acting as their guide, the team is in the "Big Apple" to enlist the help of a secret ninja society in their quest to gain the power they will need for the coming battle with the god-like Kalutika. But when they discover that the clan's ranks have been decimated by a group of modern day vampires, Deshwitat may have simultaneously reconnected with his own kind and found a deadly new enemy in the shadowy guise of a certain "Mr. Grey" - Lord of the Vampires. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 196 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

Art by Charles Keegan, Bill Cavalier and Newton Burcham, stories and articles by Robert E. Howard, Glen Lord and Danny Street. "The Defiinitive Howard Fanzinel". Softcover 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. 36 Pages B&W. Limited to 250 copies. Cover price $10.95.

In this issue: Courtesan Veronica Franco; The Origins of the Mafia; Venetian Gondolas; and Tourism in Medieval Venice. Cover price $5.95.

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Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Zach Howard & Andy Owens Cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens The murderous druglord Soldado was just the tip of the iceberg ? someone much bigger and badder is after Richard Dragon! More specifically, someone is after the soul of Richard Dragon. And that someone is Mr. Underworld Unleashed himself ? Neron! On sale Jan 26 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. Written by Dav Pilkey. Art by Martin Ontiveros. From the creator of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! This time around Ricky and his enormous flying robot soar through the air and take on the Uranium Unicorns from Uranus! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 128 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $3.99.