Comic books February 2004

Protoculture Addicts is one of North America's longest running anime & manga magazines! This issue offers spotlights on the second season of The Big O and on The Cat Returns (from Studio Ghibli). It also features several "Anime Stories," introducing new anime series like Ashita no Nadja, Looking For The Full Moon, Monkey Typhoon (a.k.a. Assobot Goku), Nurse Witch Komugi-chan, Raimuiro Senkitan, Stratos 4, Tokyo Mew Mew, and much more! Finally, it includes the usual "Anime World" articles (convention & festival reports, The Modern Japanese Music Database Part 24, etc.), the reviews of lots of recent anime & manga-related products (DVDs, CDs, manga, books, model kits, live-action movies, etc.) and the latest news. Don't miss it! Bi-monthly. (Protoculture) Magazine, 72pg, PC$4.95 Cover price $4.95.

Joe Kubert cover and interior art.

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Covers by Tim Bradstreet. Written by Garth Ennis. Pencils by John McCrea. "Confederacy of Dunces" part 5 (of 5) The climactic conclusion to this fun superhero sendoff! It's a battle royale as the Punisher takes on Spider-Man, Daredevil & Wolverine. But whose side is the Hulk on? 32 PGS. MARVEL PSR+ Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Born (2003 Punisher) #1-4. Written by GARTH ENNIS. Art by DARICK ROBERTSON. Cover by WIESLAW WALKUSKI. Frank Castle, the one-man army known as the Punisher, has dedicated his life to waging war against the criminal underworld. For decades readers thought the ex-Marine's crusade began with the brutal murder of his family in Central Park at the hands of the Mafia. But that isn't the whole story. In the tradition of WOLVERINE: ORIGIN, witness the true birth of the Punisher years before, as Frank Castle the man enters his third tour of duty in Vietnam, but leaves a force of nature. Collects the best-selling limited series! Hardcover, 112 pages, full color. PARENTAL ADVISORY Cover price $17.99.

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Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Confederacy of Dunces!" Collects Punisher (2001-2004 6th Series) #33-37. Written by GARTH ENNIS. Art by JOHN McCREA. Cover by TIM BRADSTREET. Dareddevil, the Man without Fear, the Amazing Spider-Man, and the feral X-Man, Wolverine, unite together to bring Frank Castle's killing spree to an end. And things go from bad to worse when the Incredible Hulk shows up. Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $13.99.

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Written & illustrated by SCOTT KURTZ Cover by JAMES KOLCHAKA BW 32 pgs. $2.95 Bimonthly ongoing series On sale 28 JANUARY, 2004 THE CONCEPT: In a world where nerds evolved instead of man, the staff of PvP magazine rule as kings. Join Cole, Brent, Francis, Jade and Skull the Troll as they chronicle the world of pop-culture. THIS ISSUE: Read the PvP storyline that turned the small press community on its ear! Skull the Troll wants to be a comic book artist in the worst way... and unfortunately, he is. When Skull finds a home for his imperfect creation in the close-knit alternative comics community he learns that to stay in this club, success is not an option. Can he sell out without selling out? THIS ISSUE'S FULLY PAINTED COVER IS BEING AUCTIONED OFF TO BENEFIT THE COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND. VISIT WWW.PVPONLINE.COM FOR MORE DETAILS ON HOW YOU CAN BID. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing. Collects PVP (2001 Dorkstorm Press) #1-6. Story and art by SCOTT KURTZ. In a world where nerds evolved instead of man, the staff of PvP magazine rule as kings. Join Cole, Brent, Francis, Jade and Skull the Troll as they chronicle the world of pop-culture. Collecting the hard-to-find six-issue run of PvP originally published by Dork Storm Press for the first time. This trade paperback ncludes over ten pages of dorky extras, including preliminary artwork and gaming stats to play the PvP characters in your Mutants and Masterminds d20 campaigns (from Green Ronin Publishing). Softcover, 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $11.95.

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By Mike Hawthorne. The artist of Queen & Country and Ruule busts out in his own action-packed short story collection! Hysteria is just as manic as the name implies. Hawthorne tells tales of malicious madmen, courageous cops, charming chupacabras, and the peculiar Port Asteria they all call home! Featuring pin-ups by Steve Rolston, Mike Oeming, and more! MATURE READERS. b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Rick Veitch Art and cover by Tommy Lee Edwards The exciting new miniseries continues as Vic Sage lands in Metropolis with a splash! While Lex Luthor unveils plans for his beloved city, The Question stalks the streets searching for answers. And when an attack draws Superman away, he starts to get them! On sale Dec 1 ? 2 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Cover price $2.95.

Stories and Art by Various. Action, brains, brawn, sex appeal -- nothing more, nothing less! In this issue: Two exciting episodes of Fist of the Blue Sky! Plus: Irasshaimase, Japan!; Slam Dunk; City Hunter; Guardian Angel Getten; Nemuri Kyoshiro; Bow Wow Wata; Revenge of Mouflon; Baki the Grappler; Twisted Tales; and Keiji. Also: What does 2004 have in store for you? Find out with Nine Star Ki Astrology! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 240 pages, B&W. Mature Readers.

2nd Edition - Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Trouble follows Ranma to town in the form of Ukyo Kuonji, okonomiyaki or "Japanese pizza" chef par excellence; Ryoga (1) teams up with Ukyo, (2) goes on a date with Akane, and (3) meets his long-lost fiancée; Ranma and Akane both swallow "love pills" which supposed to make them fall for the first person they see; and finally, Mousse holds Akane hostage to Ranma's humiliation with a bucket of Jusenkyo water from "Yahzu- Nii-Chuan"_ water from the legendary "Spring of Drowned Duck"! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 25 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. Hinako - Akane and Ranma's teacher from school - falls in love with Akane's daddy, Soun Tendo, and moves into the Tendo Dojo, hoping to become the new Mrs. Tendo! Can Ranma prevent her from stealing his "ki" and transforming into her grown- up, more dangerous form? Later, a dejected Mousse comes across a magical mask, one that can make its victim fall to their knees, weeping, and begging for mercy. Mousse+mask=Ranma, humiliated! It's self-respect versus the need for revenge in an ultimate magical item showdown. Meanwhile, Ranma is having problems of his own with a cast-aside magical swimsuit, which Ranma is stuck wearing, whether he likes it or not! Then, It's more summer silliness when Ukyo, up to her usual schemes, invites not just Ranma but Akane as well to a haunted seaside destination. Go into the caves as a couple, legend says, and you'll be broken-up for sure by the time you leave. But once an arguing Ranma and Akane get going, the ghosts are going to be the least scary things in those caves! Softcover, 5-in x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. NOTE: 22 & Up are NOT 2nd Edition. Cover price $9.95.

Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Hiro Mashima.

The search for the Rave stones has brought our heroes to Rabarrier, an entire city built beneath an enormous force field. Apparently, the evil demonoids who constantly attack the city are led by a man named Gale. Could it be Haru's missing father? There's no other way to find out but to charge right into the demonoids' lair. Fight on, Rave Master!

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This issue: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King; Gene Wolfe - A Dog's Life; William R. Eakin - Redgunk Revisited; Taleweaver's Revenge - Julia H. West; Jay Lake - Unsolved Mysteries. Lord of the Rings movie photo cover. Cover price $3.99.

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Volume 6 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kang-Woo Lee. Millenear reads a book from the Vatican cathedral's secret archive. Preserved in its pages is the tragic story of Deshwitat and Kalutika's entangled history. Laden with deception and cruelty, the story reveals the source of Deshwitat's hatred toward his former friend Kalutika. Deshwitat also doles out his own brand of revenge to those who crossed him and killed his parents. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY CULLY HAMNER HOMAGE COMICS. In stores September 24. The high-octane thriller comes to its apocalyptic conclusion! Paul Moses finally confronts those who ordered his death...but how will it all go down? Will there be anyone left standing? Will our anti-hero finally be able to retire once more? FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 3) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Christian Gossett with Bradley Kayl; Digital Paint by Snakebite, 3D graphics by Paul Schrier Kyuzo versus Zero in a duel to the death! The "Prison of Souls" story arc continues as the battle against the Taktarov has been won, for now. But the Heroes of The Red Star are still lost in the Storm of Souls, and a new enemy stands in their way. Hidden in the deep maze-like tunnels of their massive Skyfurnace, the deadliest assassin ever trained by Central Command is wreaking havoc. He is one of an elite Corps of Assassins, codename: Zero, and his mission is to destroy the Konstantinov at all costs. Only one man can save the ship ? Maya's personal guardsman, Kyuzo. He and Zero will clash in a duel of high-paced fury and brutal action as only Team Red Star can bring! Cover price $2.99.

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WRITTEN BY KEITH GIFFEN; ART BY COLLEEN DORAN AND BOB WIACEK; COVER BY TONY HARRIS In stores December 31. On Eidolon, the House of Virgo unearths a long-lost Boot Portal, but it may possess a fatal flaw. Meanwhile, the half-breed accused of helping two lovers escape forms a wary alliance with her Arian guard. And on Earth, the warrior sisters of the wayward bride arrive, determined to kill her! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.75.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "To Plant!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. New smaller size and lower price! The amazing manga that inspired the hit animated series! When she was young, Utena Tenjou accidentally fell into a roaring river only to be rescued by a mysterious man-her prince. Since that day, Utena is determined to grow up to be not a princess, but a strong and noble prince. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

2nd Edition (Shojo Edition) - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "To Sprout!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. With every step she takes, Utena Tenjou finds herself closer and closer to the prince she so desperately seeks. The Power of Dios lives in the Castle in the Sky and Utena knows that eventually her destiny will take her there. Is Touga's professed love for real? And to confuse matters even further, Utena is about to meet Akio Ohtori, a college student who also serves as her school's chairman of the board. Like Touga, Akio harbors a secret of his own. Both men play an important part in Utena's future. What that is, however, has yet to be determined. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

Shojo Edition - Volume 5 - 1st printing. "To Blossom!" Story and art by by Chiho Saito. This is it. After spending seven years pining for her long-lost prince, Utena Tenjou's journey is finally coming to an end. As a little girl, her life was saved by a mysterious older man. And now, after all these years, the time has finally come for Utena and her rescuing prince to be reunited. During her stay at Ohtori Academy, Utena has partaken in the student council's ritualistic sword duels, experienced romantic interludes and, most importantly, become intimately involved with Anthy Himemiya and Akio Ohtori, a brother and sister who share a complicated family history. All these experiences have led Utena to this one self-defining moment. She's met her prince and discovered the secret behind World's End. What will she do next? With her friend Anthy by her side and the sword of Dios in her hand, Utena is poised to fulfill her destiny. She's ready to revolutionize the world. Softcover, 192 pages, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

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(W) Arvid Nelson (A) EricJ FC 32pp Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of December 3rd. THE CONCEPT: Paris, 1933. Europe is still in the grip of feudalism, sorcerers stalk the streets at night, and secret societies vie for power. It is the world of REX MUNDI. Rex Mundi means "King of the World" in Latin. THIS ISSUE: On the trail of a stolen scroll connected to a thousand year-old secret society, master physicians Julien Saunière and Genevieve Tournon head to France's national library. There they uncover a vital clue linking neo-classicalist painter Nicholas Poussin to the mysterious stolen scroll. Genevieve returns to the Duke of Lorraine's "cottage" and finds smoke coming from a chimney outside. But Lorraine's valet insists no fireplace is lit...And later that night, Julien receives a midnight visitor... Cover price $2.95.

By Rob Zombie, Gene Colan, Kieron Dwyer, & Will Conrad. The Evil Lord Zombie continues to wreak havoc against those who would do him harm in the first horrific tale! Make way for El Superbeasto! What do creepy ghouls all have in common? The threat of El Superbeasto's vicious pile driver! Dive deeper still into the sick and twisted lives of those not-so-loveable characters from House of a 1,000 Corpses! MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY RICK MAYS AND AARON SOWD; COVER BY JASON PEARSON. The first issue by Eisner Award-winning writer Bill Willingham and acclaimed art team Rick Mays & Aaron Sowd! While Batman turns up the heat on Robin's training, Tim's encounters the most bloodthirsty killer of his career ? one destined to make his life a living hell. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition. Signed by Bill Willingham. Limited to 100 copies. Includes numbered Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. NOTE: Scan is for reference purposes only and does not reflect the actual edition number that may be received. WRITTEN BY BILL WILLINGHAM; ART BY RICK MAYS AND AARON SOWD; COVER BY JASON PEARSON. The first issue by Eisner Award-winning writer Bill Willingham and acclaimed art team Rick Mays & Aaron Sowd! While Batman turns up the heat on Robin's training, Tim's encounters the most bloodthirsty killer of his career, one destined to make his life a living hell. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.

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Robot with a 2 on chest with an explosion in the backround by Frank Miller & Steven Grant, & Juan Jose Ryp The Robo-action continues with more pure-Frank Miller insanity! The action kicks into high gear as Officer Lewis is hunted by a psychotic madman while OCP's replacement cops rampage through the city. Robocop himself might not be any help as he has to face the fury of the next generation Robocop, one who's weapons are far superior! This series continues to take the original Frank Miller Robocop story and faithfully adapt it into comics form by Steven Grant in order to capture every bit of the frenzied flavor that Miller wants with lusciously detailed artwork by Juan Jose Ryp. MATURE READERS Cover price $3.50.

Wraparound cover, Robot with gun with another robot exploding in the background by Frank Miller & Steven Grant, & Juan Jose Ryp The Robo-action continues with more pure-Frank Miller insanity! The action kicks into high gear as Officer Lewis is hunted by a psychotic madman while OCP's replacement cops rampage through the city. Robocop himself might not be any help as he has to face the fury of the next generation Robocop, one who's weapons are far superior! This series continues to take the original Frank Miller Robocop story and faithfully adapt it into comics form by Steven Grant in order to capture every bit of the frenzied flavor that Miller wants with lusciously detailed artwork by Juan Jose Ryp. MATURE READERS Cover price $3.50.

"Sneak Attack" cover. $5.95 cover. Ltd. to 1000 copies. Robocop punching TV's. by Frank Miller & Steven Grant, & Juan Jose Ryp The Robo-action continues with more pure-Frank Miller insanity! The action kicks into high gear as Officer Lewis is hunted by a psychotic madman while OCP's replacement cops rampage through the city. Robocop himself might not be any help as he has to face the fury of the next generation Robocop, one who's weapons are far superior! This series continues to take the original Frank Miller Robocop story and faithfully adapt it into comics form by Steven Grant in order to capture every bit of the frenzied flavor that Miller wants with lusciously detailed artwork by Juan Jose Ryp. MATURE READERS Cover price $5.95.

Platinum Foil Edition. Limited to 850 copies. Includes Avatar Certificate of Authenticity. by Frank Miller & Steven Grant, & Juan Jose Ryp The Robo-action continues with more pure-Frank Miller insanity! The action kicks into high gear as Officer Lewis is hunted by a psychotic madman while OCP's replacement cops rampage through the city. Robocop himself might not be any help as he has to face the fury of the next generation Robocop, one who's weapons are far superior! This series continues to take the original Frank Miller Robocop story and faithfully adapt it into comics form by Steven Grant in order to capture every bit of the frenzied flavor that Miller wants with lusciously detailed artwork by Juan Jose Ryp. MATURE READERS Cover price $3.50.

By El Torres and Juan Jose Ryp. What is in the red jewel that everybody is after? From the sewers to the roof tops, everyone in the city of Gerada is hunting Bram and the Weasel...and they don't know why! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.

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WRITTEN BY GAIL SIMONE; ART BY ADRIANA MELO & DAN GREEN; COVER BY ADAM HUGHES In stores December 17. A new miniseries written by BIRDS OF PREY's Gail Simone! A radical new psychiatric therapy is tested to the limits when girls' dormitory inmate Rhosyn Forrest unleashes a second personality on an unsuspecting Metropolis! One woman, two people: the sweet, innocent Rose...and the deadly, dangerous Thorn. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 6) Cover price $2.95.

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Tony Bedard (w), Karl Moline (p), Drew Geraci (i), James Rochelle (c) Better red than undead! Cassie and Cisco visit the capital city, and discover that the new ambassador from behind the Iron Curtain is a real ghoul! 32 pgs, on sale Dec. 24 $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Stories by Rob "Rude Shonen" McPherson, Taras Tymczyna, Newviz, Carlo Borromeo, Vinzon Ngo and Ian Areola. 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

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Written by BRIAN K. VAUGHAN Penciled by ADRIAN ALPHONA Cover by JO CHEN "TEENAGE WASTELAND" pt 3 (of 4)?How do you runaway from the Runaways? One troubled member of the team finds out, as she leaves the group's hideout with their dashing new recruit. But it may be out of the frying pan and into the fire, as this mysterious new Runaway finally reveals his startling secret. 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR Cover price $2.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. Story and art by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Over 140 years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who - felling men with his blood-stained blade - gained the name Hitokiri... manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent Bakumatsu era and slashed open the progressive age known as Meiji. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.95.

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Story by Ivan Brandon. Art by Mike Hawthorne. Cover by David Mack. The Biblical story of Gideon is retold as a gang war in a dystopian future Chinatown. Gids forces gear up for all-out war between Chinatown and the Ganglords, but Gid's mysterious visitor has a few nasty surprises in store. Filled with doubt, Gid turns to Cue, the beautiful warrior who has always rejected him. 48 pages, Full Color. Mature readers. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. "Year 6: Day Care Peril!" By Eric W. Schwartz. Collects the sixth year of strips from Eric Schwartz's popular web-comic, Sabrina Online, along with special artwork by the creator and several talented guest-artists. Sabrina goes on a trip with her boyfriend, and has a frantic time when she brings the kids to work with her. Also includes an exclusive featurette with mistakes and out-takes. Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.95.

by Bill Golliher & Holly Golightly "Zelda's Wedding Day": Dinosaur rocker and ancient wizard Metal Melbourne, last seen in Sabrina #42, returns to re-marry Zelda according to their 500-year-old pre-nuptial agreement! Zelda is anything but a willing bride, but if she refuses to walk down the aisle, her magical powers will take a hike! FC, 32pg $2.19 Cover price $2.19.

Volume 8 - 1st printing. Story and art by Andy Seto. The Monkey King Wuku suffers a critical blow when he decides to once again take on the demonic Hades alone! Softcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $14.95.

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TODD MCFARLANE PRODUCTIONS (W) Todd McFarlane (A) Alex Maleev (C) Jay Fotos Cover By Ashley Wood The Jon Doe Affair, Part VII: The Aftermath?This is the epilogue to the epic Jon Doe Affair story arc. With Sam and Twitch's lives in a shambles following the events that transpired with the videotaping serial killer, will the detectives be able to put their world back in order? Sam and Twitch #26 wraps up the story arc that saw creator Todd McFarlane's return to the writing desk. This will surely be one of the most talked-about comic books of the year. Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers for reprints may vary. "The Kindly Ones!" Collects #57-69 and Vertigo Jam #1. Written by Neil Gamain. Art by Marc Hampel, Richard Case, Teddy Kristansen, Glyn Dillon, Charles Vess, Dean Ormston, and Kevin Nowlan. This trade paperback sets up the pivotal events that will lead to the final chapter in the saga of Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams. Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Marc Hempel, Richard Case, D'Israeli, Teddy Kristiansen, Glyn Dillon, Charles Vess, Dean Ormston and Kevin Nowlan. Mature Readers. Hardcover, 352 pages, full color. Cover price $34.95.

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Vicious Circle Rising: Part 1 of 3 - "Vicious Encounter!" Story and art by Erik Larsen. The Dragon's most fiendish foes are reforming the notorious Vicious Circle! A return to greatness! Criminal masterminds Octopus and OpenFace plan to take over the world -and one man stands in their way-the Savage Dragon! But can even he stop the reformation of the world's most notorious criminal organization? I doubt it! Another amazing full-length Savage Dragon epic! Plus a NEW Mighty Man feature by Erik Larsen and Mark Englert! Over 30 pages of comic book goodness for the same low price! The biggest bargain in comics! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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Vicious Circle Rising: Part 2 of 3 - "Cutthroat!" Story and art by Erik Larsen. In this follow-up to the critically acclaimed Savage Dragon #113, ex-cop Savage Dragon fights to save the city of Chicago from the sinister forces of evil. For all of you rugged he-men bellyaching about all of that cartoony crap a few months back, rest assured this mag is packed solid with teeth-gritting, edge of your seat entertainment just like the days of old. And graphic violence? It's packed solid with that stuff! The Dragon's most fiendish foes are reforming the notorious Vicious Circle! The sadistic killer Cutthroat is sent out to terminate the one man who could stand in their way-the Savage Dragon. A return to greatness! Another fantastic full-length Savage Dragon epic! Plus a NEW Mighty Man feature by Erik Larsen and Mark Englert! Over 30 pages of comic book goodness for the same low price! The biggest bargain in comics! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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Vicious Circle Rising: Part 3 of 3 - Story and art by Erik Larsen. pecial 80-page "Vicious Circle Rising" finale! As the new head of the Vicious Circle takes control, The Dragon brings all his allies, past and present together for one final battle in an attempt to destroy the Vicious Circle once and for all. And amidst the ashes of battle, a new team is born! Is this savage world ready for...Freak Force? PLUS: A second all-new, epic-length adventure written by ERIK LARSEN with art by MARK ENGLERT! 80 pages, FC. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 10 - 1st printing. "Endgame!" Collects Savage Dragon (1993- 2nd Series) #47-52. Story and art by Erik Larsen. Savage Dragon: Chicago's ultimate super-cop goes up against the combined forces of his most notorious foes and pays the ultimate price! Collected for the first time: The six issues that changed the face of the SAVAGE DRAGON for all time! Desperate to help his friends in their time of need, Dragon deserts Special Operations Strikeforce and heads home to Chicago to help stop the Vicious Circle. But can our harrowed hero hope to halt the combined forces of his most fiendish foes? The answer will amaze and astound you! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $15.95.

1st printing. Collects Scars (2002) #1-6. Written by Warren Ellis. Art by Jacen Burrows. Collected now for the first time, Warren Ellis' brilliant six issue crime opus, Scars, with the stunning art of Jacen Burrows, is available in this deluxe trade paperback. John Cain has been working Homicide long enough to get hard to pretty much anything; even wrenching personal loss. Today, it all gets too much. Today, he gets assigned something that finally breaks through his defenses a child killing that hits horribly close to home. Until now, he's been a good cop, a cop who goes by procedure because it's the best way to ensure that scum go to prison. Today, he makes the parents of the victim a chilling promise. He will find the killer using any means necessary. And the killer will not get away with it. Whatever happens. How much of a monster do you have to become to hunt monsters? Softcover, 160 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $17.99.

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Ian Edginton (w), Luke Ross (p), John Dell (i), Jason Keith (c). A member of Ethan's family dies.but whom? As the mighty kingdoms are pounded under the onslaught of the Tigris war machine, which Heron makes the ultimate sacrifice? FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Alex Simmons and John Rozum. Art by Leo Batic, Karen Matchette, Horacio Ottolini and Stephen DeStefano. Cover by Joe Staton and Dave Hunt. Two creepy castles for the price of one issue! First, Shaggy poses as a prince to investigate a royal haunting in "Prisoner of the Ghost in the Iron Mask" by Alex Simmons, Leo Batic and Horacio Ottolini. Then, a beautiful ghost stalks a castle-turned-hotel in "The Ghostly Guest" by John Rozum, Karen Matchette and Stephen DeStefano. 40 pages, full color. Cover price $2.25.

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Story, Art and Cover by Chynna Clugston-Major. This is it, folks. Chynna Clugston-Major wraps up her latest black comedy, but how will she stuff all these plot threads into one package? Will Ashton score with Margaret? Will Kitty nab Drake? Will more scooters be mangled? 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.