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Deadbeats (1993) comic books 1999-2001

  • Issue #34
    Deadbeats (1993) 34
    Published Feb 1999 by Claypool.

    As Adam Collier strives to return to Mystic Grove with the Dagger of Deliverance, his way is barred by an offshoot tribe of degenerate vampire freaks. Meanwhile, Dr. Ralston and Kirby go underground to confront King Hermano. It's all in "The Hills are Undead!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Bob Wiacek. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #35
    Deadbeats (1993) 35
    Published Apr 1999 by Claypool.

    The Deadbeats' ranks return to the full four, with yesterday's victims becoming tonight's vampire partners. Nico and Caffrey prowl alongside the gleeful Colleen and Martine--but what about the semi-dead creature that's stalking all four of them? Find out in "The Deadbeats of Danger Street!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #36
    Deadbeats (1993) 36
    Published Jun 1999 by Claypool.

    Mason's never known a more important--and frightening--night than this one, his initiation into the secrets of the undead. Also, how does the mysterious vampire "alternative time-line" figure into the king's plans? Find out here! By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #37
    Deadbeats (1993) 37
    Published Aug 1999 by Claypool.

    A troupe of TV horror hosts visits Mystic Grove, but they're not prepared for the real terrors of the town known as "Fear City." Guest-starring M'sleu Phanteau and Elvira's rival Spooky Suzie, it's the lead-up to our most shocking issue ever! Don't miss "Carnival of Goals" by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran, with a three-ringer of a cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #38
    Deadbeats (1993) 38
    Published Oct 1999 by Claypool.

    As HorrorFest begins, TV horror hosts from around the country gather in Mystic Grove to oversee the carnival--but lurking behind the scenes, a grotesquely disfigured vampire seeks the only person who might be able to restore him--his grieving wife. Don't miss "Hallowed Ground" by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #39
    Deadbeats (1993) 39
    Published Nov 1999 by Claypool.

    HorrorFest turns out to be aptly named, as shocking deaths mount. Nico and Caffrey are seized by their killing madness, Adam makes a heart-wrenching discovery about his son Mason, and Mac's plot against Kathryn comes to a chilling peak. If you think you're strong enough, you won't miss "Cliffhanger!" by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran, with a nail-biter of a cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #40
    Deadbeats (1993) 40
    Published Dec 1999 by Claypool.

    In the wake of the shocking deaths that marked HorrorFest, the characters take stock of their lives and unlives. For the Deadbeats, it's their lasted campaign of fear; for Southie and Brittany, it's the triumph of eternal love. And for the humans, it's a surprising panoply of dreams and desires. Don't miss the poignant coda called "Yearnings!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. B&W Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #41
    Deadbeats (1993) 41
    Published Apr 2000 by Claypool.

    Getting raided by vampires can really take the wind out of a man's sails, so to let off steam, a bunch of Fear City guys strut off into the night to do "guy stuff" until their revels are interrupted by the violent Southie, off on a tear of his own. It's all in "Guys' Night Out." By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #42
    Deadbeats (1993) 42
    Published Jun 2000 by Claypool.

    When the mayor's wife went over the cliff, it scotched his chances to stay in office. Now the real culprits are revealed: the ones who plotted to gain control of the vampire-plagued town. Also, the fourth membership slot in the Deadbeats appears to be taken--but vampires Martine and Colleen will be sorry about the results! It all happens in "Dark Dealings!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #43
    Deadbeats (1993) 43
    Published Aug 2000 by Claypool.

    A wraith of roiling energy has been possessing select Fear City denizens for months. Now its secret is revealed, along with the reason for its vendetta against the marauding vampire band known as the Deadbeats. Will they survive its brutal attack--or will their fate be decided by King Hermano? It's all in "Dodging the Bullet!" by Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran, with a monstrously good cover by Howell and Steve Leialoha. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #44
    Deadbeats (1993) 44
    Published Oct 2000 by Claypool.

    Now that the shambling zombie-creature has become the Deadbeats' fifth member, the vampire band's full strength is pitted against an attempt by Father Gutierrez to exorcise their evil spirits from Fear City. It's all in "A Matter of Faith!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #45
    Deadbeats (1993) 45
    Published Dec 2000 by Claypool.

    The Ventucrats, a secret society that will gamble on anything, proffer a wager that could cost challenger "Lucky" Garner his life: He has to stay alive for one week in Fear City! Meanwhile, chance also plays a part in Dr. Ralston's tenuous reconciliation with Hermano the Vampire King, and the cautious holiday celebrations of the town's populace. It's all in "The Wolf Got My Feet!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #46
    Deadbeats (1993) 46
    Published Feb 2001 by Claypool.

    Fear City has seen many extraordinary characters, but none more so than dashing adventurer and romancer, Adam Collier. But why do the women he wins over keep winding up missing or dead? Meanwhile, turmoil within the Deadbeats threatens to destroy both Kip and Nico's bloodsucking careers in "You Never Can Tell!" By Richard Howell and Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell and Steve Leialoha. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #47
    Deadbeats (1993) 47
    Published Apr 2001 by Claypool.

    All Tomorrow's Parties! - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Steve Leialoha. The sultry chanteuse Contessa DiMiera comes to Fear City, but is her engagement at the Bat Club merely a ruse to mask her vendetta against adventurer Adam Collier? Meanwhile, ghastly moans from a seaside cavern lead to the discovery of a shocking secret! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #48
    Deadbeats (1993) 48
    Published Jun 2001 by Claypool.

    Dodging and Weaving - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Al Vey. The mystery surrounding Ricardo's disappearance deepens, the vampiresses Martine and Colleen fall into enemy hands, and Southie risks everything to save his undead bride Brittany. Meanwhile, the sultry Contessa's campaign against adventurer Adam Collier puts several lives in jeopardy. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #49
    Deadbeats (1993) 49
    Published Aug 2001 by Claypool.

    House of Fiends! - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Steve Leialoha. Finally, the horrors that stalk the town of Mystic Grove have a place to roost. Evil squatters have taken possession of the mansion that Dr. Ralston plans to buy, and they're using it as the site to terrify both the living and the undead. All are at risk, from young hero Kirby to the vampire princess Brittany, to the malicious Deadbeats themselves. One thing is clear: not everyone will survive the horror that waits within! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #50
    Deadbeats (1993) 50
    Published Oct 2001 by Claypool.

    After Life - Beyond Death - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Nick Cardy. The mystery villain's been revealed - but the true terror of the 'House of Fiends' has only just begun! Everyone trapped inside - human and undead - becomes a victim. Which star-crossed couple's happiness will be destroyed forever? The heartbreaking answer is in this issue! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #51
    Deadbeats (1993) 51
    Published Dec 2001 by Claypool.

    Turn...and Face the Strange! - Written by Richard Howell. Art by Richard Howell & Ricardo Villagran. Cover by Richard Howell & Steve Leialoha. After the shocks and surprises in the House of Fiends, the Deadbeats regroup with their unexpected new fifth member, whose powers will put the town in more danger than ever before! Plus, one love affair has been brutally ended, two vampires' threats are no more, and one of the town's heroines totters on the brink of death! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.