Comic books February 1996

Story, art and cover by James Kochalka. Superhero hijinks from indie cartooning legend James Kochalka. The super-baby encounters an alien spacecraft. Final issue of the series. 24 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Add to cart Fine $3.60

Cover pencils by Steve Ellis, inks by John Dell. "Stargaze Welcomes Careful Bikers," script by Alan Grant, pencils by Steve Ellis, inks by Phyllis Novin and Mark Propst; Bikers Heaven" part 2. A race for the title of the galaxys greatest biker isnt enough for old Lobo, who decides to hold his own race to see who the real main man is!; Unfortunately the local police have something to say about this unauthorized race; Too bad Lobo aint listening. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.25.

Vol. 36, #2. 29th Year of Publication; 17-Time Hugo Winner. The Newspaper of the Science Fiction Field. This issue: 1995: The Year in Science Fiction. Featuring the annual Book Summary, Cinema Summary, Magazine Summary, Recommended Reading List. Plus: Nine essays about some of the best books of 1995; an interview with Alexander Jablokov. Also: Reviews, Bestsellers, Conventions, People & Publishing. Cover price $4.50.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Cover pencil by John Paul Leon, inks by Shawn Martinbrough. "Logan: Path of the Warlord," script by Howard Mackie, pencils by John Paul Leon, inks by Shawn Martinbrough; Before the X-Men...... Before Wolverine....... Before Weapon X...... There was the man named Logan as an agent in Japan working for Landau, Luckman, and Lake; vs. Kimora and Co. Back-cover Wolverine illustration, pencils by John Paul Leon, inks by Shawn Martinbrough. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $5.95.

The Failed Promise of Bradley Gethers. A sequel to the first issue of Longshot, following the son of Roland Gethers through 73 years and the fall of the British Empire. All characters are drawn in long shot, so that they appear as tiny black dots in the distance. The entire epic is portrayed in this fashion, with love, tragedy and intrigue acted out by tiny dots. A triumph of compressed comics. Story and art by Shane Simmons. Included in Paul Gravetts 2008 book The Worlds Weirdest Comic Books. Black and white. Cover price $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

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Stories by Dana Kurtin and Jack Enyart. Art by Walter Carzon, Rudolfo Mutoverria, George Wildman and Scott McRae. What light through yonder window breaks? It's Taz! Only the devil from under Down Under could play Juliet to Daffy Duck's Romeo in this tasteless revival entitled, "Romeo and Drooliet"! Plus: "Devil With a Blue Dress On" and "An Itch In Time"! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.50.

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Lunatik's first wuss-stompin' limited series concludes! Ladyfingers sends Lunatik on a suicide mission to stop Ictus, the death-dealing she-wolf! Sounds like a love connection! Written by Lovern Kindzierski. Art by Duncan Rouleau and Danny Bulanadi. Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. Cover price $1.95.

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Painted, wraparound cover by Vincent Di Fate. Stories and art by Don Martin, Al Jaffee, Dick DeBartolo, Larry Siegel, Don (Duck) Edwing, Frank Jacobs, Harry North, Esq., Paul Coker, Jr., Monte Wolverton, Mort Drucker, and Sergio Aragones. A one-shot MAD special collecting all of its various Star Wars spoofs up to 1996 (pre-prequels). Previously unpublished parodies of Star Wars outtakes and "behind the scenes" footage. Reprints of the original trilogy movie parodies, featuring art by Mort Drucker and Harry North, Esq. The Mad Star Wars musical. Mad's takes on Star Wars by artists Don Martin, Al Jaffee and Sergio Aragones. Plus a painted, wraparound cover by sci-fi artist Vincent Di Fate, showing multiple Star Wars characters with an Alfred E. Neuman grin - even AT-AT's and the Death Star. Star Roars; One Fine Day in a Galaxy Far, Far Away; A Mad Look at Star Wars; The Star Wars Log - The Master Plan for Future Space Films; Star Bores: The Empire Strikes Out; A Mad Peek Behind the Scenes at the Making of the Star Wars Trilogy; Star Bores: Re-Hash of the Jeti; Don Martin's Return of the Jedi Out-Takes; The Cutting Room Floor; The Force and I: The Mad Star Wars Musical; Fold-In. 8.5-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 90, Issue 2 - February, 1996 - Whole No 537. Cover illustrates "Locusts." Softcover. 5-in. x 7-in., 164 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations). Cover price $2.95.

As the brothers' empire grows, so too, do their armies. Each brother recruits stalwart generals to lead their troops to victory, and the clash that results could spell the end of Dominaria! Written by Jerry Prosser, with art by Phil Hester, J. Dekker and Tom Ryder. Painted cover by George Pratt. Cover price $2.50.

Written by Kevin Maples and Jeff Gomez, illustrated by Alex Maleev. Cover by Anson Maddocks. This volume collects Armada Comics' fantasy adventure based on the Fallen Empires expansion of the Magic: the Gathering card game. Included after each chapter is an official Wizards of the Coast column giving readers playing tips culled from the story. 6.1/2-in. x 10 1/4-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

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Add to cart Fine $9.00

This is the story of the powerful planeswalkers Feroz and Serra, and their efforts to create a magical paradise in the midst of a land torn apart by war. Their efforts meet with success until, on the outer fringes of perception, a dark serpent named Baron Sengir rises to power, threatening the planeswalkers' creation. Baron Sengir's dark machinations are a powerful reminder for the planeswalkers of the consequences of playing God! Written by D.G. Chichester, with painted art by Rebecca Guay. Painted cover by Tim and Greg Hildebrandt. 64 pages. Prestige format. Cover price $5.95.

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"Lovers & Comrades" - This issue introduces the dark land of Golthonor! Join the Shadow Mage and his mentor, the Planeswalker Kristina, as they journey to the Isle of Corundis. Here Jared seeks an understanding of Blue Magic and comes face to face with a savage monster who guards a secret from Jared's past. Written by Jeff Gomez, with art by Val Mayerik, Dennis Calero, Rick Bryant and Gonzalo Mayo. Michael Kaluta supplies his stunning rendition of the popular 'Sea Serpent' card on this issue's painted cover. Cover price $2.50.

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Story, art and cover by Mio Odagi. One of the first Shoujo manga, or Japanese girls comics, to be translated for the American market. Mio Odagi of Ippongi Bangs Studio Do-Do presents the comedic misadventures of a group of teen girls with magical powers. Rinko, Kana, and Noemi try to help the manager of the school soccer team express her feelings to the arrogant star player. White Day Tragedy; Love on a Friendship Bracelet. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

Direct Edition. Magnus struggles to get to Earth's surface and finds far greater conflicts awaiting him and the Psi-Lords initiate their plan against the reborn Malev empire in part nine of an untitled story. Script by Keith Giffen and art by Claude St. Aubin & Mike DeCarlo. Cover price $2.50.

Newsstand Edition. Magnus struggles to get to Earth's surface and finds far greater conflicts awaiting him and the Psi-Lords initiate their plan against the reborn Malev empire in part nine of an untitled story. Script by Keith Giffen and art by Claude St. Aubin & Mike DeCarlo. Cover price $2.50.

The Malevs deliver an ultimatum -- either Magnus dies, or the human race goes! As Magnus comes to grips with his predicament, the Destroyer is on his way back to Earth to teach every single Malev why he's called...the Destroyer. In 64 issues, there has never been a Magnus story as controversial as this one! "Magnus's Farewell" is written by Keith Giffen, with art by Kevin Kobasic, Jackson Guice and Steve Montano. Characters: GS: 1A, Destroyer, Torque, Balaam, Rai III; V: Leeja Clane, Malevs, Rai IV, Suki. Cover by Keith Giffen and Kevin Kobasic. Says 63 in indicia Cover price $2.50.

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Add to cart Fine $3.00

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Add to cart Very Good $2.50

Cover pencils by Flint Henry, inks by Kevin Nowlan. "Gotham Skies," script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Flint Henry, inks by Eduardo Barreto; More feral than ever, the mutated Kirk Langstrom has only one consuming wish--to see his estranged family again; But as a series of brutal murders committed by a winged creature terrorize Gotham's high-rises, S.W.A.T. teams mobilize throughout the city to take down Man-Bat. Gotham's skyline becomes a war zone as the night erupts in a blitzkrieg of bullets, wings and screams, bringing the tortured, increasingly less human Man-Bat into savage conflict with a horrifying new villain, the Roc; But behind the Roc's rampage lie secrets to chill even the blood of Man-Bat…secrets that could cost Langstrom's wife, Francine, her very life. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition. Signed and numbered by Chuck Dixon and Flint Henry. Limited to 750 copies. Includes a numbered certificate of authenticity from Dynamic Forces. Cover pencils by Flint Henry, inks by Kevin Nowlan. "Gotham Skies," script by Chuck Dixon, pencils by Flint Henry, inks by Eduardo Barreto; More feral than ever, the mutated Kirk Langstrom has only one consuming wish--to see his estranged family again; But as a series of brutal murders committed by a winged creature terrorize Gotham's high-rises, S.W.A.T. teams mobilize throughout the city to take down Man-Bat. Gotham's skyline becomes a war zone as the night erupts in a blitzkrieg of bullets, wings and screams, bringing the tortured, increasingly less human Man-Bat into savage conflict with a horrifying new villain, the Roc; But behind the Roc's rampage lie secrets to chill even the blood of Man-Bat…secrets that could cost Langstrom's wife, Francine, her very life. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.25.

Includes Audio Cassette - Featuring Manga, lessons on Japanese Language, and Culture. 8.25-in. x 10.75-in.; black and white; 80 pages.

Cover by Robert DeJesus and Bryant Velez. The long-running manga and anime guide from indy publisher Antarctic Press, featuring news, reviews, profiles of popular franchises, and interviews with American and Japanese creators. News and features on anime and manga series; A Samurai Troopers/Ronin Warriors Episode Guide, Part 2. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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An Ultraverse title. NM-E strikes, and Mantra must stop it before it kills everyone in sight. What Mantra doesn't know is that it's been programmed to kill HER! The secret of the new Wrath is also revealed--and it isn't pretty. Written by Jerald DeVictoria. Art and cover by Dave Roberts and Jim Amash. Cover price $1.50.

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The front side is a 4 page promotional guide and checklist to upcoming comic book issues and storyline previews, and the backside unfolds into a 13.25 x 20.25 fold-out pinup poster. Vol. 1 #3 highlights the upcoming Wolverine #100 milestone issue, where a devolving Wolverine finds himself in dire straights, derived of his adamantium skeleton and reverting to his feral nature (thanks a lot, Magneto), when he faces off against Genesis. The poster features the same Adam Kubert artwork used for the cover of Issue #100. Plus, Waid Waid Waid World, Critics' Corner, and more.

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Article on Wolverine, with quotes from Bob Harras, Larry Hama and Adam Kubert; article on Earthworm Jim: the Comic Book, with comments from Dan Slott; Time Slip: Spider-Man by Mike Allred and Jim Krueger; article on Doom 2099, with comments from Tom Peyer; article on Inner Demons, with comments from Mariano Nicieza and editor Marcus McLaurin; Q & A with Mark Waid; a look at the penciling and inking processes, with comments from Mike Deodato, Jr.; Adam Pollina interview; article on the UltraForce animated series and toys, with comments from Scott Rosenberg; article on New Warriors, with comments from Evan Skolnick; Fabian Nicieza on breaking into writing comics. Cover by Dale Eaglesham and Scott Koblish. Cover price $1.00.

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Written by ROBERT LOREN FLEMING. Art by GARY ERSKINE. Cover by KEVIN MAGUIRE. Arcadia has always been a dark and gritty town. But not even its street-smart citizens are ready for the Mask! If Ghost, X and King Tiger can't bring him down, Arcadia's gonna have more grit and darkness than it knows what to do with! Cover price $2.50.

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Cover art by Sam Kieth. Other People's Crap, script by Sam Kieth (plot) and William Messner-Loebs (script), pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Sam Kieth and Jim Sinclair (finishes); Sara discovers she has telekinetic powers and tells her dad about it; Maxx tells Sara about a giant yellow slug named Iago; Iago feeds human body parts to pink fairies. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Add to cart Fine $7.20

Add to cart Fine $7.20

Add to cart FN- 5.5 $6.60

Photo Cover - "Glutton for Punishment!" Written by Fabian Nicieza. Art by Ron Lim and Don Hudson. If the Power Rangers can't keep Lord Zedd and Rita Repulsa's minions away from the local power plant, Angel Grove is doomed! Then in "Revenge of Nero!" Written by Tom Danning. Art by Steve Ditko. Can a local teen overcome his personal insecurities and help the Power Rangers win the day? This issue includes a 2-page centerfold poster of the live-action Power Rangers movie. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.75.

The Rangers strut their stuff in their brand new outfits as they take on the Dark Rangers! Plus, the VR Troopers star on the flip side! Ninja Rangers: Written by Frank Lovece, with art by Newbaum Turk, Jim Sanders III and Loretta Krol. VR Troopers: Written by Frank Strom, with art by Tod Smith, Jim Amash and Ken Branch. Cover price $1.75.

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Cover art by Walt Simonson. "Death in Duplicate Chapter 2 The Perfect Wife," script by Max Allan Collins, pencils by Peter Grau, inks by Terry Beatty; Stuck in the year 2052, Mike continues to recall a case from 1951 with his holodroid secretary, Holly. In that case, a millionaire heiress was trying to get away from her husband who was attempting to replace her with an android. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.25.

3rd Printing.3rd Number One. Evan Dorkins alcoholic, anarchic duo takes on television, animal testing, car trouble and Christmas. They try to get licensed and merchandised as childrens toys, but their propensity for sudden violence causes problems. Despite the running joke proclaiming each issue number one, this is actually issue #3. Story, art and cover by Evan Dorkin. Mature readers. Black and white; 28 pages. Cover price $2.50.

Collects the complete series in a set signed and numbered by Josh Blaylock, Scott Wherle, and Bill Owen. Includes notarized certificate of authenticity from Labyrinth Studios Limited to 100. B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Part 1 of 4. Created, penciled, inked, lettered, and published by Josh Baylock. Color cover. B&W. Cover price $2.50.

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1st printing. Written by Jean Moebius Giraud and Randy Lofficier, and Jean-Marc Lofficier. Art by Jean Moebius Giraud. You're flying on the back of giant, birdlike reptile, floating cloudlike high above a surreal landscape. Then, you're in an ordinary automobile, taking an obscure back-road detour through a land replete with eerie stone monoliths, clashing mythic armies, and curious giants who loom like lonely sentinels over sprawling, multi-hued otherworldly vistas. You've stepped into the haunting dreams of Moebius. Dark Horse Comics is proud to present Arzach, collecting the dreamlike images and groundbreaking visual storytelling techniques of Jean Giraud (Moebius). This is Moebius' most fascinating science-fantasy material to date, including his innovative wordless "pantomime" work, and his now legendary hero, Arzach. Arzach also includes a tribute to horror legend H. P. Lovecraft and a surreal Moebius autobiographical comic strip. No bookshelf of fine graphic literature is complete without Arzach. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

Story and art by Arthur Adams. She's the beautiful daughter of a brilliant scientist. He's a super-intelligent gorilla from another dimension. Together they're Monkeyman & O'Brien -- two rays of hope in a world gone mad! Join Art Adams for 32 pages of non-stop, eye-popping action in this science-fiction adventure which originally appeared in Mike Mignola's Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

This item was sent out to members of the media to promote Walt Disney Pictures' "Muppet Treasure Island" starring Kevin Bishop, Tim Curry, and Steve Whitmire. It includes a synopsis, list of characters, promotional information, and introduction to the actors. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 56 pages, B&W, Text Only.

Cover by Evan Dorkin. Back cover by Zander Cannon. Stories and art by Scott Saavedra, Timothy Markin, Garret Izumi, Gabby Gamboa, Dylan Williams, and John Marr. A comics anthology based on the notorious zine of the same title, featuring true tales of death, disaster and crime. Hartford Circus Fire; Nashville Train Wreck; Triangle Shirtwaist Fire; Port Chicago Explosion; Great Boston Molasses Flood. 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover by Brian Bolland. Edited by Joe Pruett. Stories by Joyce Brabner, Mark Badger, Stefan Petrucha, Craig Gilmore, Joe Pruett, Troy Nixey, Steve Lieber, Dean Haspiel, Brian Bolland, Zander Cannon, Matt Smith, Jeff Nicholson, Paul Fricke, and Jimmy Gownley. Calibers long-running anthology features many rising comics stars of the 90s. Brian Bollands Mr. Mamoulian; early stories by indie comics stars Brabner, Haspiel, and Gownley; a Kilroy Is Here story. 64 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $2.95.

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Descent Into Madness - Written by Tom Peyer & Rachel Pollack. Art by Luke Ross & Brian Garvey. Cover by Luke Ross. Orion struggles to prevent Apokolips from destroying itself, while Lightray seizes Highfather's throne and marshals the powers of the once-benign New Gods to wage war against the Primitives, the gods that live on the surface of New Genesis! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.