Comic books October 2008

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Limited Variant cover by Tony Daniel. Batman R.I.P.: Part 5 of 6 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea Cover by Alex Ross. This issue features two events so monumental that one comic can barely contain them! First, Batman faces off against The Club of Villains. Then, The Joker makes his stand, challenging the Dark Knight to the ultimate battle of wits. Will Batman survive either of these threats - or could this be the end of Gotham City's greatest hero? Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Tony Daniel). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford. Cover by J. Calafiore Acting on a tip from Looker, Batman leads the Outsiders against new metahumans who gained their powers from the bite of a renegade alien! Meanwhile, an accident in the lab leaves an Outsider ally in a coma, with his psyche trapped inside Remac! Guest starring Dr. Kirk Langstrom - the Man-Bat. ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Chrysalis!" Collects Batman and the Outsiders (2007 2nd Series) #1-5. Written by Chuck Dixon. Art by Julian Lopez, Carlos Rodriguez and Bit. Cover by Doug Braithwaite. Collecting the first five issues of the new action series by acclaimed writer Chuck Dixon! The new Outsiders investigate a strange Omac-like entity - but things are made all the more difficult when the team meets Batman's new recruit! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects stories from Batman: Gotham Knights (2000-2006) #1-16 and four stories created for this title.

Written by Brian Azzarello, Harlan Ellison, Paul Levitz, and Paul Dini. Art by Alex Ross, Jim Lee, Tim Sale, Kyle Baker, Dave Gibbons, and Mark Buckingham. Cover by Mike Mignola.

The World is simple. There's Godd. There's Evil. And there's Batman Black and White.

The sequel tot he Eisner Award-winning BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE collects the black-and-white Batman adventures from the pages of BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS as well as five new, never-before-seen stories.

Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10-in., 176 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #10-11 and stories from Detective Comics (1937-2011 1st Series) #62-66 and World's Finest (1941-1986) #5-6.

Written by Bill Finger, Joseph Greene, Jack Schiff, and Edmond Hamilton. Art by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, George Roussos and Jack Burnley. Cover by Bob Kane.

A new entry in the series collecting every Batman story in original, chronological order.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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The Bat and the Cat: Part 4 of 5 - Written by Fabian Nicieza Art and cover by Kevin Maguire Batman enters the fray as Batgirl and Catwoman continue their first, explosive confrontation over Commissioner Gordon's stolen notebook! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman: Death Mask (2008) #1-4. Story and art by Yoshinori Natsume. Manga superstar Natsume (creator of Togari) debuted his unique vision of the Dark Knight with the miniseries collected in this compact, manga-sized edition! There's a new serial killer in Gotham, who may have ties to the young Bruce Wayne's training in Japan. But does the murderer know Bruce Wayne is the Batman? Did his past experience somehow lead to a killer's rampage through the Gotham underworld today? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. TEEN + NOTE: This is a Japanese manga-style GN and is meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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Written by Steve Niles Art and cover by Kelley Jones It's the ultimate knock-down, drag-out as Batman fights for his life - and all of Gotham City - against a gargantuan Clayface. But what is the mysterious Midnight up to during their fight - and who will be his next victim? Plus, what happens when Detective April Clarkson's investigations lead her to Bruce Wayne? It's gonna get gory and gruesome in Gotham after midnight! ? 4 of 12, 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Written by Russell Lissau. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Cover by Andie Tong. Green Lantern and Batman must work together to keep Mr. Freeze from sending Gotham City into an endless ice age! 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.25.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Collects Battle Royale TPB (2003-2006) Vol. 10-12. Written and drawn by Koshun Takami and Masayuki Taguchi. Volumes ten through twelve of the groundbreaking manga series-collected here in one blood-soaked volume! One ninth-grade class, 42 students, marooned on an island and forced to kill or be killed in a government-sanctioned, televised game called The Program. The rules: after three days, only one student can remain alive or they all die. Weapons are handed out and each student is sent out into the field alone-unprepared for the horror that awaits them. Many classmates quickly turn on each other in this twisted battle for survival, but amid the betrayals and rising body count, new friendships are forged and existing love gives new mISBNing to the phrase, "Till death do we part." With a hard-hitting English adaptation by acclaimed writer Keith Giffen, this series is brutal, honest...and not to be missed. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9-in., 656 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $24.99.

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Cover by John Cassaday. By Garth Ennis & Russ Braun Late summer, 1942. As the German army smashes deep into Soviet Russia and the defenders of the Motherland retreat in disarray, a new bomber squadron arrives at a Russian forward airbase. Its crews will fly flimsy wooden biplanes on lethal night missions over the German lines, risking fiery death as they fling themselves against the invaders - but for these pilots, the consequences of capture will be even worse. For the pilots of the 599th Night Bomber Regiment are women! In the deadly skies of the Eastern Front, amidst the carnage of the Great Patriotic War, they will become a legend known, to friend and foe alike, as the Night Witches. Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by John Cassaday. By Garth Ennis & Russ Braun Late summer, 1942. As the German army smashes deep into Soviet Russia and the defenders of the Motherland retreat in disarray, a new bomber squadron arrives at a Russian forward airbase. Its crews will fly flimsy wooden biplanes on lethal night missions over the German lines, risking fiery death as they fling themselves against the invaders - but for these pilots, the consequences of capture will be even worse. For the pilots of the 599th Night Bomber Regiment are women! In the deadly skies of the Eastern Front, amidst the carnage of the Great Patriotic War, they will become a legend known, to friend and foe alike, as the Night Witches. Cover price $2.99.

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by Garth Ennis & Russ Braun Late summer, 1942. As the German army smashes deep into Soviet Russia and the defenders of the Motherland retreat in disarray, a new bomber squadron arrives at a Russian forward airbase. Its crews will fly flimsy wooden biplanes on lethal night missions over the German lines, risking fiery death as they fling themselves against the invaders - but for these pilots, the consequences of capture will be even worse. For the pilots of the 599th Night Bomber Regiment are women! In the deadly skies of the Eastern Front, amidst the carnage of the Great Patriotic War, they will become a legend known, to friend and foe alike, as the Night Witches. Cover price $2.99.

Red Foil cover variant by John Cassaday from Dynamic Forces limited to 150 copies, comes with a certificate of authenticity. By Garth Ennis & Russ Braun Late summer, 1942. As the German army smashes deep into Soviet Russia and the defenders of the Motherland retreat in disarray, a new bomber squadron arrives at a Russian forward airbase. Its crews will fly flimsy wooden biplanes on lethal night missions over the German lines, risking fiery death as they fling themselves against the invaders - but for these pilots, the consequences of capture will be even worse. For the pilots of the 599th Night Bomber Regiment are women! In the deadly skies of the Eastern Front, amidst the carnage of the Great Patriotic War, they will become a legend known, to friend and foe alike, as the Night Witches.

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by Brandon Jerwa & Jonathan Lau The story of Battlestar Galactica continues in this all-new four-issue mini-series, based on the hit Sci-Fi Channel series, now in its fourth season! Brandon Jerwa, no stranger to Battlestar Galactica, returns to pen this harrowing tale of the Galactica and her crew in the hour of their greatest peril! Cover price $4.99.

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Art Cover by Jonathan Lau. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau The Sci Fi Channel's Battlestar Galactica series writer Kevin Fahey, joined this issue by co-writer Clay Carmouche, is back and joined by artist Jonathan Lau for a special 'origin' series focusing on Kara and Helo! From the academy to their assignment onboard the Galactica, follow the previously untold tale in the Origin series! Cover price $3.50.

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Photo Cover. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau The Sci Fi Channel's Battlestar Galactica series writer Kevin Fahey, joined this issue by co-writer Clay Carmouche, is back and joined by artist Jonathan Lau for a special 'origin' series focusing on Kara and Helo! From the academy to their assignment onboard the Galactica, follow the previously untold tale in the Origin series! Cover price $3.50.

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by Kevin Seamus Fahey, Clay Carmouche & Jonathan Lau The Sci-Fi Channel's Battlestar Galactica series writer Kevin Fahey, joined this issue by co-writer Clay Carmouche, is back and joined by artist Jonathan Lau for a special 'origin' series, revealing the untold stories behind the characters of the popular television series! Cover price $3.50.

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Photo Cover. by Kevin Seamus Fahey, Clay Carmouche & Jonathan Lau The Sci-Fi Channel's Battlestar Galactica series writer Kevin Fahey, joined this issue by co-writer Clay Carmouche, is back and joined by artist Jonathan Lau for a special 'origin' series, revealing the untold stories behind the characters of the popular television series! Cover price $3.50.

2nd and later printings. Story and art by Geoffrey Hayes. Benny wants to be a brave pirate, but it's hard to pretend when his pesky little sister, Penny, is always tagging along. He tries to lose her, but when he does, he starts to feel a little lost himself. Best-selling children's book author Geoffrey Hayes returns to his childhood love of comics, bringing unforgettable characters to life with rare warmth and humor. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

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by Gladir, Golliher, Pellowski & Goldberg Convinced Archie is stepping out with a harem of girls, Betty tosses all reminders of him away... but are things really as they seem? Can Betty and Archie be 'Fast Food Friends' when she learns she's Archie's new boss at the burger joint? Betty and the young girl she mentors have so much in common they're practically clone, but is it a 'Mentor Mismatch' where their their opinions on Archie are concerned? Finally, Betty dreams of searching for a mystery object at a flea market, and the next morning goes to the flea market to seek it out, even though she has no idea what it is! Cover price $2.25.

by Mike Pellowski & Jeff Shultz 'Welcome Back to Riverdale.' Last issue, the memory of 'bad boy' Nick St. Clair was evoked by a lothario lifeguard - and lingered like the crumb of a fish sandwich Jughead left behind! This issue, Nick himself is back for sure, but for how long? The seemingly 'new and improved' Nick makes sure to apologize to everyone he wronged in the popular 'Bad Boy Trouble' story, but not everyone is convinced that he's changed - until he saves Betty from a rough gang of bikers! Will this lead to a brand-new romance for Betty? Cover price $2.25.

by Mike Pellowski, George Gladir, Bob Bolling & Tim Kennedy Betty and Veronica are content to lounge pool side, but when Mrs. Lodge comes up a 'Bright Idea,' will the girls soak up the possibilities of summer or merely continue to soak up the sun? Then, Archie would love to make waves with Betty, but she keeps postponing his dates to explore 'The Surfing Whirl!' Plus, other new and classic tales, games, puzzles, and pin-ups! Cover price $2.49.

And the Winner Is...: Part 3 of 5 - by Dan Parent, Mike Pellowski & Tim Kennedy 'And the Winner Is...,' Part 3 of a 5-part interactive story where the readers decide the outcome! Archie Comics presents a special election of their own: your chance to vote for Cheryl Blossom's new boyfriend! Two issues ago, Reggie and Cheryl broke up, and Cheryl wound up on the TV show 'The Lonely Hearts Club' in search of a new beau. Three hot contestants stepped up for the challenge, and you the reader will witness each of their dates with Cheryl and vote for who you think Cheryl should choose online at www.archiecomics.com! This issue, Cheryl goes on a date with Brandon. He's a computer genius and entrepreneur, but even clumsier than Archie! That might be more than Cheryl can handle - unless your votes decide otherwise! Then, tired of all the splashing kids at the public pool where she lifeguards, Betty can't wait to 'relax' around Veronica's pool - or will she? Plus, other new and classic tales! Cover price $3.69.

Canadian Price Variant. $4.39 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 196 pages, full color. Cover price $4.39.

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Vol. 27, No. 5 - September/October 2008. 5.5-in. x 8.5-in.; black and white; 28 pages. Cover price $4.00.

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Written by Mike Kunkel Art and cover by Mike Kunkel Billy learns that there is a new kid at school - good luck making friends! Theo Adam has magically returned from banishment, and in the process he's completely forgotten the magic word that changes him into Black Adam! What he does know is that Billy has the same power, so he's going to do everything he can to get the secret word out of Billy - even if it means joining Billy's school and playing nice. ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.25.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "City of Legends!" Written by Greg Farshtey. Art by Randy Elliott. It is a time for rejoicing. The Matoran have rediscovered their original homeland, Metru Nui, and are preparing to return there for the first time in a thousand years. It is also a time for secrets to be revealed, as the six Turaga who rule the island of Mata Nui reveal that they too were once Toa, and guardians of Metru Nui. There they uncovered the treachery of Makuta, but were too late to stop him from plunging both the Matoran and the Great Spirit into unending sleep. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 3 - 2nd or later printings. "City of Legends!" Written by Greg Farshtey. Art by Randy Elliott. It is a time for rejoicing. The Matoran have rediscovered their original homeland, Metru Nui, and are preparing to return there for the first time in a thousand years. It is also a time for secrets to be revealed, as the six Turaga who rule the island of Mata Nui reveal that they too were once Toa, and guardians of Metru Nui. There they uncovered the treachery of Makuta, but were too late to stop him from plunging both the Matoran and the Great Spirit into unending sleep. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Trial by Fire!" Written by Greg Farshtey. Art by Randy Elliott. The Toa Metru return to Metru Nui to save the rest of the population, after finding a new land where they believe the Matoran can live peacefully. The city they come back to bares little resemblance to the Metru Nui of old; it is an industrial jungle full of wild beasts and fallen infrastructure. Earthquakes have ravaged the buildings, large webs surround structures, and the dangerous Rahi roam the streets. the deadly Visorak have taken over Metru Nui. When the Toa Metru confront the Visorak fighters, they are injected with a dark poison that radically changes them into Toa Hordika: half hero, half beast. This new dual nature forces them to fight not only their enemies, but also the dark side that has been distilled within them. It is up to the Toa Metru to save the city of Metru Nui from the Sidorak, the Visorak king, and his sinister viceroy, Roodaka; and to save each other from themselves. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 4 - 2nd or later printings. "Trial by Fire!" Written by Greg Farshtey. Art by Randy Elliott. The Toa Metru return to Metru Nui to save the rest of the population, after finding a new land where they believe the Matoran can live peacefully. The city they come back to bares little resemblance to the Metru Nui of old; it is an industrial jungle full of wild beasts and fallen infrastructure. Earthquakes have ravaged the buildings, large webs surround structures, and the dangerous Rahi roam the streets. the deadly Visorak have taken over Metru Nui. When the Toa Metru confront the Visorak fighters, they are injected with a dark poison that radically changes them into Toa Hordika: half hero, half beast. This new dual nature forces them to fight not only their enemies, but also the dark side that has been distilled within them. It is up to the Toa Metru to save the city of Metru Nui from the Sidorak, the Visorak king, and his sinister viceroy, Roodaka; and to save each other from themselves. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

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Written by Tony Bedard Art by Michael O'Hare & John Floyd Cover by Stephane Roux The Joker infiltrates the high-tech gang network of the Birds' new hometown, Platinum Flats! And that's going to set him up for a direct conflict with Oracle, Barbara Gordon! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Birds of Prey (1999-2009 1st Series) #113-117. Written by Sean McKeever. Art by Nicola Scott and Doug Hazlewood. Cover by Stephane Roux. A high-tech hazard threatens the streets of Metropolis in this latest BIRDS adventure from their hit series! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. Written by Dall-Young Lim. Art by Sung-Woo Park. After overcoming the initial shock of seeing his dead mother in a recent photograph, Keita travels to Okinawa with Kuro and Akane. Following a reunion with his karate-master grandfather, Keita and company is led to an island where they meet twin feral Motosumitamas. Though they're initially hostile, it seems the twins hold a piece of the puzzle that will bring Keita and his companions closer to the truth about aims of the ruthless Shishigami. But as they get closer to that truth, Keita comes face-to-face with his mother! Or is she? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

IDW Edition - 1st printing. Written by Rick Remender. Art by Kieron Dwyer and Harper Jaten. Cover by Kieron Dwyer. Meet Billy Black, an '80s hardcore scene refugee who's having a bit of trouble acclimating to modern life. While bludgeoning a band of Burning Man refugees with the skull of Jerry Garcia, Billy inadvertently becomes immersed in an evil Nazi conspiracy to turn the world into mindless hippie zombies in order to usher in the 4th Reich. Softcover, 120 pages, full color. NOTE: "Hitler in Jerry Garcia's corpse-how can you say no?" - Warren Ellis Cover price $19.99.

Vertical Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. Black Jack, a gifted and charismatic surgeon, treats patients on the edge of society, disregarding the rules and regulations of the medical profession. Created by Osamu Tezuka, the original stories of Black Jack and his run-ins with the law were published in Japan between 1973 and 1979. Now, those early tales of Black Jack are collected in this first volume of Vertical's Black Jack series, bringing these takes of the genius doctor to new audiences! Softcover, 6-in. x 7 1/2-in., 288 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $16.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Rei Hiroe. Translated by Joe Yamazaki.

As the newest crewmember of the Black Lagoon, Rock is learning that life as a pirate is a lot more than just fun in the sun. After a salvage job on a sunken German U-Boat turns into a full-auto blowout with a gang of neo-Nazis, the crew of the Black Lagoon realizes they have more than a few issues with Revy's hair-trigger temper. But when the arrival of a pair of psychotic assassins in Roanapur nearly starts an all-out gang war, Rock is going to need all the friends he can get!

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 206 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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1st printing. Secret Invasion tie in - See Wakanda, and Die: Part 2 of 3 - Written by JASON AARON Penciled by JEFTE PALO Cover by JASON PEARSON The nation of Wakanda has never been conquered by any outside invader, but then again, they've never faced an army of Super-Skrulls before, have they? As war rages on the plains of Africa, the Skrulls strike a major blow against the Black Panther. Could this be the end for all of Wakanda? No really, could it? 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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2nd printing variant. Secret Invasion tie in - See Wakanda, and Die: Part 2 of 3 - Written by Jason Aaron. Art and Cover by Jefte Palo. The nation of Wakanda has never been conquered by any outside invader, but then again, they've never faced an army of Super-Skrulls before, have they? As war rages on the plains of Africa, the Skrulls strike a major blow against the Black Panther. Could this be the end for all of Wakanda? No really, could it? 32 PGS. Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Black Summer (2007) #0-8. Written by Warren Ellis. Art by Juan Jose Ryp. The eight issue series that was the biggest event of 2007 has now been collected in this deluxe trade paperback with a brand new cover! Warren Ellis' eight-issue opus of masked hero revolution, Black Summer, perfectly complimented by the stunning and explosive art of the genius Juan Jose Ryp, is nothing less than a sequential masterpiece. The world goes black in this epic story of super-powered heroes and villains. The story begins when the political situation in the United States becomes more than Horus can stand, and he moves to take matters into his own hands. Unfortunately, not all of his other team-mates are quite so eager to throw the world into chaos, and an epic conflict forms. With Horus and the rest of the surviving Guns facing off against the military and each other, no one is safe as the bodies start to fall. Whether you collected each of the eight issues as they hit the stands, or you somehow missed this incredible event, the Black Summer trade is a must-have for your shelf! Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $32.99.

1st printing. By Dean Young and Melena Ryzik. For more than 75 years Blondie and Dagwood Bumstead have been one of America's favorite couples. Through war and peace, through boom and bust, through sexual revolution and social upheaval, Blondie has become the most widely read comic strip in syndication - in 35 languages and in 47 countries. From Blondie's early history and Dagwood at work, to Blondie's starting her catering business, favorite cartoon strips, and the story of Chic and Dean Young, the creators of Blondie, it's all here in this definitive book for the Blondie fan. Hardcove, 9-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $29.99.

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Cover by Lads Helloven. by Matt Forbeck & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the miniseries that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! In this climactic issue, the Bad Bay Hackers take on the Champions of Death in a bid for the Blood Bowl Championship trophy. Assassin Kalter Mörder still hopes to kill Hacker hero Dunk Hoffnung, but he has to compete for the honor with his shocking client, not to mention a small army of the undead! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Focus Home Interactive. by Matt Forbeck & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the miniseries that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! In this climactic issue, the Bad Bay Hackers take on the Champions of Death in a bid for the Blood Bowl Championship trophy. Assassin Kalter Mörder still hopes to kill Hacker hero Dunk Hoffnung, but he has to compete for the honor with his shocking client, not to mention a small army of the undead! Cover price $3.99.

Limited Edition Variant Cover by Focus Home Interactive. by Matt Forbeck & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the miniseries that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! In this climactic issue, the Bad Bay Hackers take on the Champions of Death in a bid for the Blood Bowl Championship trophy. Assassin Kalter Mörder still hopes to kill Hacker hero Dunk Hoffnung, but he has to compete for the honor with his shocking client, not to mention a small army of the undead! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Scott Clark. by Troy Wall, Jake Bilbao & John Wycough The high-stakes slugfest is on! Noburu has arrived to claim the supernatural weapon that Hicharo has pledged his life to protect - and he didn't come alone! Rayne and Ayano stand together against an army of elite warriors as terror rages through the halls of Hicharo's sanctum. In the heat of a losing battle, Rayne will be faced with a choice: embrace powers she can't control, or die at the hands of the relentless Noburu! Cover price $3.99.