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Deadbeats (1993) comic books 1994-1996

  • Issue #5
    Deadbeats (1993) 5
    Published 1994 by Claypool.

    River of No Return - Written by Richard Howell. Art and Cover by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. As the vampiric menace to Mystic Grove escalates, the town's teenagers find themselves drowning in a wall of horror that stretches back centuries. Who are the Deadbeats, and what is their sinister plan? Dr. V.V. Ralston, vampire hunter, attempts to protect those who have come to depend on her against an onslaught of the undead! Guest-starring Soulsearchers and Company. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #6
    Deadbeats (1993) 6
    Published Mar 1994 by Claypool.

    Pure as Hell - Written by Richard Howell. Art and Cover by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. After the grisly death of the child of one of Mystic Grove's most prominent citizens, how will the populace strike back against the vampire band? Also, the return of three familiar faces fills Mason's heart with joy, and Christine Robbins' with foreboding. Dakota Kane gives a quick course in battling the undead, and for the first time -- a look at the Vampire Madonna. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #7
    Deadbeats (1993) 7
    Published 1994 by Claypool.

    Answers - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. With the Deadbeats back on their nightly rampages, the only thing that can block their ghastly aims is Dakota Kane -- but can one man withstand five vicious vampires? Also, the mysterious King takes steps to contact the Deadbeats himself, and Dr. Ralston launches her own desperate plan! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #8
    Deadbeats (1993) 8
    Published Aug 1994 by Claypool.

    At last, the humans have the upper hand. They also have one of the Deadbeats as a prisoner. Dr. Ralston wants to know all she can about vampirism, so she can fight the undead terrors. So, she subjects her fierce captive to..."The Experiment!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bruce Patterson. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #9
    Deadbeats (1993) 9
    Published Nov 1994 by Claypool.

    The deadly results of last issue's experiment are in, and for the Deadbeats, the conflict has gotten very, very personal! How will the presence of the mysterious King affect the war? Find out in "Wicked Game!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bruce Patterson. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #10
    Deadbeats (1993) 10
    Published Jan 1995 by Claypool.

    The Deadbeats' showdown with the King has raised the stakes--and quite a few hackles! The fearsome foursome lose the conflict, but they've determined that none of the humans will survive to gloat. If you think you know what's coming, prepare yourself for the most unexpected death of all, in the most frightening issue yet, as "The Worst Happens." By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #11
    Deadbeats (1993) 11
    Published Mar 1995 by Claypool.

    Remains to be Seen! - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. Finally, the humans track one of the vampire marauders to its lair -- unfortunately, it's not one of the Deadbeats, nor one of the King's minions. It's Brittany Bove versus the vampire hunters! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #12
    Deadbeats (1993) 12
    Published May 1995 by Claypool.

    Nocturnes - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. The Deadbeats' appointed time approaches, and the three-way war between them, the vampire hunters, and the King comes to a climax. The Silent Ones speak! The unexpected death of a vampire! All the themes of the past eleven issues come together in a dark, deadly melody! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #13
    Deadbeats (1993) 13
    Published Jul 1995 by Claypool.

    The Demi-Monde - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. The aftermath of the three-way war has left the vampires reeling, with one group all but destroyed, and Southie having to bear the horrible consequences of the fate of his loved one. Also, a terrible trip to the outer circles of Hell, and a new beginning for the Collier Family! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #14
    Deadbeats (1993) 14
    Published Sep 1995 by Claypool.

    Menacing figures are coming to Kirby Collie in his dreams, and they're familiar faces. Dodger's quest to reform the Deadbeats takes a deadly turn in "New Ways to Dream," the latest chapter in the second big story arc in America's new vampire epic. By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bruce Patterson. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #15
    Deadbeats (1993) 15
    Published Nov 1995 by Claypool.

    Cry of the Undead Orpheus - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. Kirby has a close encounter with a new enemy; Dr. Ralston and Dakota Kane initiate the next phase in the war against the vampires; and Southie's pilgrimage through Hell threatens to destroy him...and the object of his quest! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #16
    Deadbeats (1993) 16
    Published Jan 1996 by Claypool.

    The Horse You Rode in On - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. Exiled vampires Martine and Colleen have one last chance to return to the dimension of dreams, but it will cost Dodger more than he ever expected to lose! Also, Buck's plans to destroy the Colliers moves forward, and Southie's quest through Hell comes to a sudden, unexpected end! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #17
    Deadbeats (1993) 17
    Published Mar 1996 by Claypool.

    The vampires have staged a major resurgence in Fear City, and the supernatural hunters have to make a major campaign to battle them. Plus, more on the Collier Curse, as Dr. Ralston unravels the cause of Ginny's psychosis and Buck's plan is uncovered by an unexpected witness. By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bruce Patterson. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #18
    Deadbeats (1993) 18
    Published May 1996 by Claypool.

    As the vampire's attacks cause havoc and ruin among Mystic Grove's leading citizens, Mason Collier experiences his initiation into the undead--with the task of killing a friend! Meanwhile, Kirby and Ho's happy family is threatened by Buck Hardy, and a new vampire enters the scene. By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bruce Patterson. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #19
    Deadbeats (1993) 19
    Published Jul 1996 by Claypool.

    Love Among the Ruins - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. Summer heat has put romance and sex on the minds of all Fear City couples, with some steamy and surprising pairings. One of these pairings has a direct impact on the class-action suit brought against Mayor Southland, and one of the couples might not be able to maintain their ardor when their tryst is interrupted by the creature that Buck Hardy brought to town! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #20
    Deadbeats (1993) 20
    Published Sep 1996 by Claypool.

    Another vampire has appeared in Fear City, and this one is totally out of control, owing nothing to Dodger or Hermano! He wants only to drain as many humans as he can. His target: Dr. Ralston's lab, where he faces an unprepared V.V. and Dr. Powell in a bloody showdown. Also, Buck Hardy's secret is discovered in a surprise twist and Christine and Lara face off over Frank. By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #21
    Deadbeats (1993) 21
    Published Nov 1996 by Claypool.

    Out from God and Bliss - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Bruce Patterson. The paths of the Collier brothers cross again, in what must be another piece in the master plan of Mason Collier's new liege, King Hermano, master of vampires! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.