Comic books October 1999

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by Ian Edginton, Mel Rubi, and Andrew Pepoy; cover by Mel Rubi Subotai is an immortal Japanese samurai who's been fighting Predators since they arrived on Earth. Now, as part of Spearhead, Subotai realizes that the true monsters aren't always who you expect them to be. John Dancer, Commander of Spearhead and Subotai's oldest friend, has come unglued. Has Dancer's mission to protect Earth from Predators gone too far? And if so, will Subotai have the strength and the courage to stop him? On sale October 20 FC, 32pg (3 of 4)" Cover price $2.95.

199910 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Rogues Gallery Part 8 (2-page strip) by Andi Watson, Hector Gomez and Sandu Florea; 4-page preview of JLA: Earth 2; Terry Moore discusses Strangers in Paradise; Anne Rice discusses The Tale of the Body Thief. Flip covers: JLA: Earth 2 by Frank Quitely; Image characters cover. $2.95 cover price. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Alan Moore; art and cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray In stores August 18. The newly reborn Promethea must venture far beyond the human realm to rescue a best friend who's been quite literally sucked into something far beyond all human comprehension. Journey with our fable-made-flesh into the strange imaginary realm that is her home as Alan Moore, J. H. Williams III and Mick Gray lead us on our first guided tour of "Misty Magic Land." FC, 32 pg." Cover price $2.95.

First issue! Another unique (okay, bizarre) "New Direction" title joins the EC line-up this month for the first of four issues depicting the tormented and driven denizens of EC's take on Psychoanalysis. All stories (plus the cover) in this superbly illustrated comic are by the great Jack Kamen. Cover price $2.50.

Volume 3, Issue 10 - October 1999. An anthology of manga geared towards a more adult mind set. 128 Pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $5.95.

by Marc Andreyko & Mike Deodato, Jr. Purgatori, the vampire Goddess, is about to fulfill the prophecy of her armies darkening the skies. But a foe disguised as an ally turns on her. Who is it, and can she survive and overcome? And to complicate matters, Purgatori is attacked by blood-crazed Valkyries, the demon blade nightmare, and Lady Death's... father! The blood-soaked conclusion to this landmark series will leave you breathless! (PGR40) FC (4 of 4)$2.95 " Cover price $2.95.

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"And so..." Now back to regular numbering! Continuing right where we left off at issue #17! Stripped of their super powers, but finally freed of their forced linkage, Quantum and Woody fight a losing battle with Parisian special forces cops and end up sharing a jail cell...waiting for a rescue that will never come! Written by Christopher Priest, with art by Mark Bright and Greg Adams. FC, 32 pgs. Cover price $2.50.

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by Rumiko Takahashi Surprise! ? Ranma's engagement with Akane is over, and now he's engaged to her older sister Nabiki! Akane's off the hook... but why is she acting upset? Why is the entire high school blown away by the news? Is the notoriously mercenary Nabiki the "older woman" who'll be the perfect match for Ranma? And is she just in it for the money, or does she really like him? b&w, 32pg (6 of 13)" Cover price $2.95.

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Art cover. B&W, 48 pages, standard paper stock. Mature readers. Cover price $4.95.

Art cover. B&W, 48 pages, standard paper stock. Mature readers. Cover price $4.95.

This issue: 10 Best New Books You Need to Read; Dragons & Damsels; Gahan Wilson on H.P. Lovecraft; Tales of a Sleeping Beauty; Michael Crichton's The 13th Warrior; 5 New Adventures in Medieval Gaming. Cover price $3.99.

by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi Our heroes learn that it is indeed Princess Fianna that has been kidnapped and they refuse to allow Karla to use her as a pawn. As they steal away with her into the night, they head for Valis, hoping they are in time to stop the war from escalating. However, Karla is not going to let her prize slip through her fingers so easily and chases after Deedlit, Parn and company herself. If you want something done right, do it yourself, and Karla is going to put an end to their meddling once and for all! b&w, 32pg$2.95 " Cover price $2.95.

by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada As the battle rages in the land of Roid, Flaus, Beld and Wort fight for their lives. But will all their struggles have been in vain? In Valis, the lords of the dragonlands of Mycen seek vengeance for the attack on their palace. Believing it was Fahn who slaughtered their army, Mycen want retribution, not knowing it was really an evil doppelganger. Will the political wranglings between Valis and Mycen only serve to strengthen the forces of evil? Story by Ryo Mizuno. Art by Akihiro Yamada. And be sure to check out the Record of Lodoss War: Chronicles of the Heroic Knight video series in the Video Section this month! b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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Color covers. B&W. 40 pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. "Halloween Issue!" The Rifter is a synthesis of Game Master and Players' Guide, talent show, fan forum, news/house organ, sourcebook and fun for the entire Megaverse of Palladium RPGs. Every issue, unique and informative. Includes Palladium news, coming attractions, Official source and game material, and more! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

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by Peter M. Lenkov, Lucas Marangon, and Randy Emberlin; cover by Lucas Marangon Welcome to the Rest In Peace Department--the devoted, yet dead, officers of divine law enforcement "patrolling the deadbeat . . . reporting to one boss." Yep--THAT boss. Nick Cruz died an untimely death, at the height of his personal and professional life. Why did he join the R.I.P.D.? Well, not knowing the identity of his killer has left his soul a bit . . . restless. Now he hunts some of the most fiendish creatures, hoping for the chance to find out who set him up so he can get into heaven. On sale October 6 FC, 32pg (1 of 4)" Cover price $2.95.

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1st Printing. Top Cow Comics (W ) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Keu Cha (I) Jason Gorder The most eagerly anticipated series of 1999 continues as J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars explores the life ? and untimely death ? of Peter Dawson. Who was he? Who would want to kill him? And who could even know how to kill an "invulnerable" man? It's a real-life look at what being superhuman would really be like... and what you see isn't what you'd expect... FC, 32pg" Cover price $2.50.

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Kid floating in midair. DF variant limited to 10000. regular not gold. May or may not contain certificate of authenticity

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Dynamic Forces Exclusive Alternate Cover. Gold Edition. May or may not contain CoA

Rising Stars #2 exclusive Dynamic Forces alternate cover signed and remarked with a Pyre head by Livesay. Special limited edition of 325 copies. Certificate of authenticity

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Batman No Man's Land. Written by Chuck Dixon; art by Staz Johnson and Wayne Faucher; cover by Jason Pearson In stores August 25. Robin's mission in "No Man's Land" introduces him to some surprising new heroes! In the course of trying to find Gotham's food reserves and protect them from looters, Robin crosses paths with the Wolflings, a group of teen warriors that survived the city's fall. But Tim's in for a shock when he learns the identity of their leader! FC, 32 pg.$1.99" Batman No Man's Land Cover price $1.99.

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by Amaya, Ba, Moon, Oliff, & Mobert After defeating the Baligant, the Amiral, in fierce, single combat, Charlemagne returns home to begin the trial of Ganelon, who betrayed Roland, Oliver and the 12 Peers for gold. Charlemagne is thirsty for revenge, but the barons of his council have other plans. Will this great criminal go free? MATURE READERS FC, 32pg (4 of 4)" Cover price $2.95.

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Small photo cover of Sabrina TV star Melissa Joan Hart. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino. The Golf War, script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina is so good at miniature golf; she's sure to be good at the full-size game, or at least to caddy for Enchantra. Panning For Goldfish!, script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina buys a goldfish, and tells Salem that the fish is not to be eaten. Ready ... Set ... Slow! with the Archie gang, art by Fernando Ruiz. Oh, I Wish I Wasn't Pixie, script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina wants to be a carefree Pixie; Wrong choice. 36 pgs. $1.79. Cover price $1.79.

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Story and Art by Naoko Takeuchi. The Black Moons plot to take over the world continues as they abduct Sailor Jupiter. During their attack, the Black Moon drops a Black Poison Crystal earring whose power rivals that of the Silver Imperium Crystal. Rini seems to be the only one who can help save the world and the captured Scouts. What secrets does this mysterious little girl hide and why is she the key to Earth's survival? b&w, 48pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Club Tokyo Pop/Comicon Exclusive Edition only available to Club Tokyo Pop members. The Black Moons plot to take over the world continues as they abduct Sailor Jupiter. During their attack, the Black Moon drops a Black Poison Crystal earring whose power rivals that of the Silver Imperium Crystal. Rini seems to be the only one who can help save the world and the captured Scouts. What secrets does this mysterious little girl hide and why is she the key to Earth's survival? b&w, 48pgs.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Mercury Rising!" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7 1/2-in., 138 pages, Text Only. Cover price $4.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. By Naoko Takeuchi. It's everyone's favorite schoolgirl-turned-superhero! Join Bunny, Luna, Tuxedo Mask and the Scouts in their exciting first adventures! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (P) Angel Medina (I) Jonathan Glapion (Cover) Ashley Wood (C) Todd Broeker & Jay Fotos The Udaku, Part lll - Sam & Twitch find themselves all alone against the world as a twisted gangland turf war threatens to end their careers and level the city. Sam & Twitch's only hope is to find the hidden meaning of The Udaku: the clue to all the gruesome unexplained gangland murders. It's another thrilling, hard boiled, cinematic chapter to one of the most talked about new comics this year by 1999 Eisner nominee crime fiction author Brian Michael Bendis (Jinx & Torso) and fan favorite Angel Median (KISS). All this and a special appearance by KISS...believe it or not. FC, 32pg" Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 10 - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers for reprints may vary. "The Wake!" Collects The Sandman #70-75. Written by Neil Gamain. Art by Michael Zuli and Charles Vess. The Endless deal with the death of Morpheus in this trade paperback collection of The Sandman, featuring a new cover design and trade dress designed by Dave McKean. The Wake' features the moving final issues of the series, 'The Tempest,' and an introduction by journalist Mikal Gilmore. Mature Readers. Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

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Storybook Edition - 1st printing. Written by Neil Gaiman. Art by Yoshitaka Amano. Featuring striking painted artwork, this love story, set in ancient Japan, tells the story of a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox who find themselves romantically drawn together. As their love blooms, the fox learns of a devilish plot by a group of demons to steal the monk's life. With the aid of Morpheus, the King of All Night's Dreamings, the fox must use all of her cunning and creative thinking to foil this evil scheme and save the man that she loves. This book also boasts an eight page section highlighting Yoshitaka Amano's amazing painted art. Hardcover, 136 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $29.99.

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Story and art by Erik Larsen. Powerhouse decides it's time that the Dragon needs clarification on the nature of their relationship and Dragon's not exactly thrilled about it. Plus, Angel's first day at Kindergarten. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. Story by Sidney Williams. Art by Steve Willhite and Dan Schaefer. Collects the miniseries from Caliber. Bookstore owner Marty learns he has accidentally sold a powerful spellbook that once belonged to the Devil himself. He must join forces with a female demon to get the spellbook back, or demons will overrun the Earth. 96 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $12.95.

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NOT polybagged. The Official Magazine of the Sci-Fi Channel. Universal Soldier: The Return, Alien 20th anniversary, Star Wars The Phantom Menace, and more. 8-in. x 10-7/8 in.; full color; 80 slick pages. Cover price $3.99.

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POLYBAGGED. The Official Magazine of the Sci-Fi Channel. Universal Soldier: The Return, Alien 20th anniversary, Star Wars The Phantom Menace, and more. 8-in. x 10-7/8 in.; full color; 80 slick pages. Cover price $3.99.

UNBAGGED. The Official Magazine of the Sci-Fi Channel. Universal Soldier: The Return, Alien 20th anniversary, Star Wars The Phantom Menace, and more. 8-in. x 10-7/8 in.; full color; 80 slick pages. Cover price $3.99.

The International Journal of Imaginative Modelling and Special Effects. Space 1999 models, reviews, and more. 8-1/4 in. x 11-5/8 in.; part black and white, part color; 56 pages on slick paper. Cover price $7.50.

Star Trek Voyager, Stargate SG-1, Angel, Seven Days, Xena, Earth: Final Conflist, X-Files, Deep Space None, Hercules, Crusade, and more. 8-in. x 10.75-in.; full color; 80 pages. Cover price $5.99.

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Written by Brandon Choi and Jonathan Peterson; art and cover by Ed Benes and Sal Regla In stores August 18. A brash young reporter discovers he has powers that will change the destiny of the world in a thrilling, futuristic miniseries! The mystery over the global organization code-named Sci-Tech explodes this issue! Ace science reporter Leo Lomax is thrust into the middle of an all-out war between Sci-Tech gunmen and Ninja Metamorphs. As Leo gets more involved, he discovers that he has secret super-powers himself...and now both the Sci-Tech agents and the Naturalists want to capture and study him...dead or alive! FC, 32 pg. (2 of 4)" Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Rurik Tyler; art by Joe Staton, Andrew Pepoy and Dave Hunt In stores August 11. Concluding the 2-part "One Night in Roswell!" Has the Mystery Inc. gang been sucked into an intergalactic war? Do they even have Scooby snacks in outer space? FC, 32 pg.$1.99" Cover price $1.99.

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The Awakening: Part 1 of 7 - Story and art by Masakazu Katsura. Aimi's mysterious visitors turn out to be police officers from the demon world. They came to the human realm to arrest De-Mo and take him back to be executed because, according to the laws of the demon world, any contact with humans is punishable by death. In order to save De-Mo's life, Aimi agrees to take on a dangerous mission for the demon world. . . 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. Collects Shadow Lady (1998-2000) #1-7. By Masakazu Katsura. In Gray City, a glorious but crumbling metropolis, a different world exists between night and day. Here we find Aimi Komori, a shy girl with a secret--her magic eyeshadow transforms her into Shadow Lady, an infamous thief who sees Gray City as her own personal playground. Along with her pint-sized, bat-winged sidekick, De-Mo, Shadow Lady turns the menacing metropolis absolutely upside-down! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $17.95.

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Unity 2000 flip book. Cover by Matt Broome and Sean Parsons. Soul Survivor, script by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, art by Ryan Benjamin and Sal Regla; Shadowman heads into Deadside to rescue Astrid from the evil clutches of Legion and the Asylum!; Unity 2000 prelude - Part 2. Flip cover by Bob Hall. Dark Designs flip story, script by Jim Shooter, art by Jim Starlin and Joe Rubinstein. Mature readers. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.