Comic books March 2004

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WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY KARL KERSCHL; COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND DEXTER VINES. The 3-part "Strange New Visitor" reaches a stunning conclusion, as Superman is still missing! Believing that Majestic is the cause of the crisis that is plaguing Metropolis, the heroes unite against him. But will this lead to a greater cataclysm for the city? And what happens when a hero falls? For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND DEXTER VINES In stores January 21. The first story arc of the hottest new book of the year reaches an explosive conclusion! It all comes down to this, as DC's two biggest heroes take on Lex Luthor face-to-face! See this month's Dynamic Forces for a signed edition! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY MARK WAID; ART AND COVER BY LEINIL YU AND GERRY ALANGUILAN In stores January 7. Lex Luthor's first meeting with Clark Kent! What's the connection between the two that has roots in Smallville? Does the master of Metropolis know more about this new hero Superman than anyone else? And what will happen when he decides to make that information public knowledge? Ace reporter Lois Lane is on the scene for the scoop! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 12) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Final issue - WRITTEN BY CHUCK AUSTEN; ART BY TEDDY KRISTIANSEN; COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD Lena has gained freedom, but at what cost to the city? Jimmy may have to make an even greater sacrifice, and Superman disappears! This issue ties into SUPERMAN #200 and the 3-part "Strange New Visitor," running through ACTION COMICS #811, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #624, and SUPERMAN #201. FC, 32 PG Cover price $2.95.

Superman Cover - 1st printing. Two of DC's finest change from their civvies to their costumed alter-egos on the covers of these morphing journals! See Clark Kent change into the Man of Steel and Diana Prince change into the Amazon warrior on these bound journals you can use to document your innermost secrets and plans! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., Blank/Lined Pages with small B&W Illustartions of Superman. Cover price $10.95.

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WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART AND COVER BY STUART IMMONEN In stores March 17. The miniseries chronicling the life of a real-world Clark Kent who gains the powers of the Man of Steel continues! Pursued by agents of his own country who want to "draft" him into service, Clark has one overriding concern beyond his own freedom: The safety and security of his wife and children! Prestige Format. FC, 48 PG. (3 OF 4) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Cover & pencils by GARY FRANK Featuring the historic first meeting between the two deadliest men on the planet ? Hyperion & Nighthawk! 32 PGS./PARENTAL ADVISORY...$2.99 UPC: 5960605457-00611 Cover price $2.99.

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Written by JASON HENDERSON Art by WILLIAM BELK Cover by TONY HARRIS BW 22 pgs. $2.95 Six-issue bimonthly miniseries On sale 3 MARCH, 2004 THE CONCEPT: You've seen Dracula... but you've never seen him like this. Think Dracula: Impossible. Think Black Hawk Dracula. At 600 years old, Dracula controls blood so keenly that he can make almost anything his army needs. And he will rule the earth. But what happens when the King of Vampires faces the return of an even greater, older evil? What unholy alliance must Dracula form with Ronnie Van Helsing, the young leader of the massive agency known as the Polidorium? THIS ISSUE: "The Elders," Part Three?SWORD OF DRACULA switches into manga- esque overdrive as the fallen angels Samyaza and Azazyel come gunning for Dracula in search of an ancient artifact and then turn their attention on Ronnie Van Helsing and the Polidorium. Vampires explode, Dracula surprises everyone with a new and nasty trick, angels scream and a new series is hinted at ? all under the extreme hand of newcomer William Belk, whose Devilman-like art brings SWORD OF DRACULA a hard-edged manga style! Cover price $2.95.

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by Robert Kirkman & Matt Tyree The critically acclaimed mini-series doesn't miss a moment when we find ourselves in the middle of action, adventure, and suspense! Actors don't have time to frolic around with bad guys. Unfortunately, a mysterious evil mastermind feels otherwise. Was saving famed director Kyle Stifotel really worth it? Too bad their future rests on the shoulders of a bird! A bird?! Who's casting this story? Cover by Matt Tyree and Jeremy Roberts. Bi- Monthly. FC, 32pg (4 of 5) $2.95 Cover price $3.95.

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By Steve Murphy, Jim Lawson, and Eric Talbot. "Seeds of Destruction": A solo story starting Splinter the Rat with art by regular TMNT creative team of Jim Lawson and Eric Talbot! In this second issue, it takes Splinter all of his wisdom and ninjitsu skills to ward off an attack by a powerful foot sorcerer. Marital and mystical arts mayhem from Mirage! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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JOSS WHEDON (W), ALEX SANCHEZ (A), BEN EDLUND (cover), and others On sale March 10, FC, 32pg, $2.99 In Joss Whedon's continuing serial, a group of precocious young Watchers is schooled on the mysteries and treacheries of vampires. Ben Edlund, creator of The Tick and current staff writer on Whedon's Angel show, returns to comics with a cover and a story this issue, once again pointing to Whedon's world as the ultimate melting pot of TV and comic books. Cover price $2.99.

Superstition - Story and Art by Jim Balent. 4th Year Anniversary Issue! Tarot is confronted by a Witch's oldest enemy -- superstition! Now she must battle all the falsehoods of Witchcraft to stop this vicious circle of lies. This issue explores Tarot's identity as a Witch and makes a great jumping-on point for new readers as well as another exciting read for her devoted fans! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Superstition - Story and Art by Jim Balent. 4th Year Anniversary Issue! Tarot is confronted by a Witch's oldest enemy -- superstition! Now she must battle all the falsehoods of Witchcraft to stop this vicious circle of lies. This issue explores Tarot's identity as a Witch and makes a great jumping-on point for new readers as well as another exciting read for her devoted fans! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Collector's Cover 4th Year Anniversary Photo Cover Edition Signed by creator Jim Balent and colorist Holly GoLightly. Limited to 1,000 copies and issued with certificate of authenticity from Broadsword Comics. Superstition - Story and Art by Jim Balent. 4th Year Anniversary Issue! Tarot is confronted by a Witch's oldest enemy -- superstition! Now she must battle all the falsehoods of Witchcraft to stop this vicious circle of lies. This issue explores Tarot's identity as a Witch and makes a great jumping-on point for new readers as well as another exciting read for her devoted fans! 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers.

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WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY TOM GRUMMETT AND NELSON DECASTRO; COVER BY MIKE MCKONE AND MARLO ALQUIZA In stores January 14. Guest-starring Superman! The Titans are weekend warriors...but what do they do on a Wednesday? Plus, find out what Deathstroke the Terminator is up to! See this month's Dynamic Forces for a signed edition! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY J. TORRES; ART BY TIM SMITH; COVER BY DAVE BULLOCK In stores January 28. The new comic based on the hit Cartoon Network show continues! Cyborg learns the difference between being cool and lame as Cinderblock attempts to destroy Jump City! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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1st printing. Story and art by Glenn Dakin. Introduction by Eddie Campbell (Alec, From Hell). A battle of wits throughout all eternity between the Devil and Man! Featuring more than 60 hilarious strips from Glenn Dakin, creator of Abe and Right for All the Wrong Reasons. Softcover, 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.95.

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Epiphany: Part 4 of 6: Hunger! - Written by Jim Starlin. Art and Cover by Jim Starlin and Al Milgrom. Hunger, an entity from outside our reality, reveals to us how he found out about our reality, and his plans to invade it. Meanwhile, Galactus sends his cyborg enforcers, the Punishers, after Thanos, Warlock and Pip. Thanos figures out Galactus' plans, and that someone is manipulating the devourer, but is it too late? Characters in this issue: Hunger; Thanos; Adam Warlock [Him]; Galactus [Galan of Taa]; Punishers (Galactus' cyborgs); Recorder; Iron Man [Tony Stark] (flashback); Captain America [Steve Rogers] (flashback); Drax the Destroyer [Arthur Douglas] (flashback); Doctor Doom [Victor Von Doom] (flashback); Scarlet Witch [Wanda Maximoff] (flashback); Cyclops [Scott Summers] (flashback); Silver Surfer [Norrin Radd] (flashback); Sub-Mariner [Namor MacKenzie] (flashback); Quasar [Wendell Vaughn] (flashback); Thor [Eric Masterson] (flashback); Wolverine [James Howlett, Logan] (flashback); Hulk [Bruce Banner] (flashback); Cloak [Tyrone Johnson] (flashback); Doctor Strange [Stephen Strange] (flashback); She-Hulk [Jennifer Walters] (flashback); Vision (flashback); Firelord [Pyreus Kril] (flashback); Spider-Man [Peter Parker] (flashback); Magus (flashback). 32 pages, full color. Marvel PSR Cover price $2.99.

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Epiphany: Part 5 of 6: Entry! - Written by Jim Starlin. Art and Cover by Jim Starlin and Al Milgrom. Thanos vs Galactus for the fate of the universe! Characters in this issue: Thanos; Pip the Troll; Galactus [Galan of Taa]; Hunger. 32 pages, full color. Marvel PSR Cover price $2.99.

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STEVE RUDE (A/cover) and GARY MARTIN (W/I) FC, 56pg Ten time comic industry award winner Steve Rude (Nexus, Thor, Captain America), and writer/inker Gary Martin (The Art Of Comic Book Inking), deliver an action packed adventure that reminds us of what comics are all about! In The Moth, Dark Horse has allowed Steve Rude unrestricted creative freedom. And Rude has responded with some of the best work of his career! In this issue The Moth, who is living with a touring circus troop, finds himself in a battle for his very life, against a savage creature known as the Lionman of Botswana. If you're looking for outlaw bikers, circus clowns, African witch doctors, blood-thirsty monsters, and bearded ladies, then this story is for you! Cover price $4.95.

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Story and Art by Mark Oakley. Be careful what you wish for! Feeling ignored by her friends, and with Rubel's attention slipping away from her, young Kim wishes that she knew enough magic to be somebody important -- to have an adventure of her own! The Shadow Lady, Soracia, decides to grant this wish, taking the fledgling sorceress far from Oceansend, on a stormy visit to all four corners of the world. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing.

By Stephan Pastis.

Rat, Pig, Zebra, and Goat - Pastis's own merry band of rabble rousers - explore the strange and wonderful world around them, a placethat looks suspiciously like our own.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W.

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Lord of Asgard - The Reigning: Part 5 of 6. "The Betrayed!" Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Scot Eaton and Scott Koblish. Take a look back at the year 2020 and bare witness to the last stand of the heroes of Earth. Captain America, Vison, Doctor Strange, Hulk, Thing, and Wolverine mount one final, albeit, desperate assault in an attempt to topple Thor's rule. NOTE: The Incredible Hulk and the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing engage the Thunder God in a battle so epic that it leaves two combatants dead and one crippled. - Odinson, Lonestar Comics Archivist Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Three Strikes (2003) #1-5. Written by by Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Weir. Art by Brian Hurtt. Introduction by Ed Brubaker. Every action has an equal reaction. Or that's what we're taught. Rey just learned different. Noah already knew. Rey's a good kid whose made a terrible mistake. Noah's an ex-cop who became a bondsman in a failed attempt to salvage his marriage. One choice is about to send both their lives into chaos. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

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WRITTEN BY FIONA AVERY; ART BY CARLOS D'ANDA; COVERS BY D'ANDA & WHILCE PORTACIO AND PORTACIO & SANDRA HOPE In stores January 14. The penultimate chapter in the Hammerhand story! Lion-O has forged an alliance between the Griffins and the Thundercats against the evil Hammerhand and his Beserkers ? now it's an all-out battle between 'Cats and Pirates! Meanwhile, Hammerhand is planning his ultimate betrayal against the Samurai Empire and the final fate of Hachiman. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY FIONA AVERY; ART BY CARLOS D'ANDA; COVERS BY D'ANDA & WHILCE PORTACIO AND PORTACIO & SANDRA HOPE In stores January 14. The penultimate chapter in the Hammerhand story! Lion-O has forged an alliance between the Griffins and the Thundercats against the evil Hammerhand and his Beserkers ? now it's an all-out battle between 'Cats and Pirates! Meanwhile, Hammerhand is planning his ultimate betrayal against the Samurai Empire and the final fate of Hachiman. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Volume 6 - 1st printing. Written by Reiko Yoshida. Art by Mia Ikumi. The girls from Cafe Mew Mew are back with a vengeance! This time they face their biggest challenges yet, starting with Deep Blue, the dark and mysterious force capable of wreaking major destruction, with Kish and his cronies who are out to destroy all ocean life hot on their heels! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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WRITTEN BY PETER HOGAN; ART AND COVER BY CHRIS SPROUSE AND KARL STORY In stores December 10. Greta Gabriel, Tom Strong's ill-fated lover, died in 1928, the result of a cryogenics experiment gone awry. Or did she? More than 70 years later, an accident uncovers the body of his lost love, and while she may be stone cold, she's still alive. Now Tom, guilt-ridden over what happened to Greta, must help her fit into the 21st century! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.95.

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Featuring show coverage, price guides, and showcasing the best in toy lines! Plus, AFD's regular departments on new product announcements, international markets, Action News Briefs, and the Star Wars Update. Also: New York Toy Fair 2004; G.I. Joe Reference Guide Part 5. Cover features Superman, Slimer (from Ghostbusters), Van Helsing, Transformers and more. Magazine, full color. Cover price $5.95.

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(W) James Bonny (P) Tony Daniel (I) Jonathan Sibal (C) Tyson Wengler Lost in the dreaded Superstition Mountains of Arizona, without weapons, Lara Croft faces three powerful foes.....the desert, her nemesis, Lady Jasmine and her band of cutthroats, and the man Lara came to the dance with.....Joe Notafraid, who's been possessed by the vengeful Thunder God protecting the fabled Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine! FC 32 continuing series Cover price $2.99.

by Kevin McCarthy & Joyce Chin Writer Kevin McCarthy (writer/editor for Dark Horse's upcoming Kavalier and Clay comics) brings you a brand new Tomb Raider tale along with artist Joyce Chin (Witchblade/Vampirella/Magdelena)! This DF Exclusive comic will feature a 50/50 alternate cover split with one cover featuring fantastic artwork by Joyce Chin! The other half of the 50/50 split will be produced by one of comics' most respected artists ? Howard Chaykin! Limited to only 5,000 copies in the world! Also availalable as a Gold Foil Edition, as well as a CGC 9.8 Graded Edition! REGULAR?FC, 24pgSRP: $6.99 GOLD FOIL?FC, 24pgSRP: $10.00 CGC GRADED?FC, 24pg (CAUT: 2)SRP: $69.99

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Red Foil Cover A. Limited to 500 copies. Includes numbered Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. by Kevin McCarthy & Joyce Chin Writer Kevin McCarthy (writer/editor for Dark Horse's upcoming Kavalier and Clay comics) brings you a brand new Tomb Raider tale along with artist Joyce Chin (Witchblade/Vampirella/Magdelena)! This DF Exclusive comic will feature a 50/50 alternate cover split with one cover featuring fantastic artwork by Joyce Chin! The other half of the 50/50 split will be produced by one of comics' most respected artists ? Howard Chaykin! Limited to only 5,000 copies in the world! Also availalable as a Gold Foil Edition, as well as a CGC 9.8 Graded Edition! REGULAR?FC, 24pgSRP: $6.99 GOLD FOIL?FC, 24pgSRP: $10.00 CGC GRADED?FC, 24pg (CAUT: 2)SRP: $69.99

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Red Foil Cover B. Limited to 500 copies. Includes numbered Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. by Kevin McCarthy & Joyce Chin Writer Kevin McCarthy (writer/editor for Dark Horse's upcoming Kavalier and Clay comics) brings you a brand new Tomb Raider tale along with artist Joyce Chin (Witchblade/Vampirella/Magdelena)! This DF Exclusive comic will feature a 50/50 alternate cover split with one cover featuring fantastic artwork by Joyce Chin! The other half of the 50/50 split will be produced by one of comics' most respected artists ? Howard Chaykin! Limited to only 5,000 copies in the world! Also availalable as a Gold Foil Edition, as well as a CGC 9.8 Graded Edition! REGULAR?FC, 24pgSRP: $6.99 GOLD FOIL?FC, 24pgSRP: $10.00 CGC GRADED?FC, 24pg (CAUT: 2)SRP: $69.99

DF exclusive B&W cover. by Kevin McCarthy & Joyce Chin Writer Kevin McCarthy (writer/editor for Dark Horse's upcoming Kavalier and Clay comics) brings you a brand new Tomb Raider tale along with artist Joyce Chin (Witchblade/Vampirella/Magdelena)! This DF Exclusive comic will feature a 50/50 alternate cover split with one cover featuring fantastic artwork by Joyce Chin! The other half of the 50/50 split will be produced by one of comics' most respected artists ? Howard Chaykin! Limited to only 5,000 copies in the world! Also availalable as a Gold Foil Edition, as well as a CGC 9.8 Graded Edition! REGULAR?FC, 24pgSRP: $6.99 GOLD FOIL?FC, 24pgSRP: $10.00 CGC GRADED?FC, 24pg (CAUT: 2)SRP: $69.99

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Written by Jen Van Meter. Art by Chynna Clugston-Major, Christine Norrie and Ross Campbell. Things are getting crazy for Arsenal. The package slipped into her luggage is the most popular item in Hong Kong, with bad guys, secret agents and ill-defined hangers-on trying to get it back. Plus, with the whole family in town can she keep it together? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

Darth Vader cover. In this issue of the toy magazine for the hardcore collector: Star Wars - past meets present! Plus: New Lord of the Rings; Hot Wheels; New York Toy Fair 2004; Hellboy - Mezco opens the gates; Toy Biz - Marvel-ize your collection; NECA - who ya' gonna call; and Bandai - the return of Astro Boy. Bonus Features: Dragon Soldat 002; Living Dead Dolls; GTA 2003 winners; Ma$ter$ Report; Sideshow Toy; DC Mini Mates; and Sports Picks. Also: Guide to Hasbro WWF inside! Cover price $5.95.

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Hellboy cover. In this issue of the toy magazine for the hardcore collector: Star Wars - past meets present! Plus: New Lord of the Rings; Hot Wheels; New York Toy Fair 2004; Hellboy - Mezco opens the gates; Toy Biz - Marvel-ize your collection; NECA - who ya' gonna call; and Bandai - the return of Astro Boy. Bonus Features: Dragon Soldat 002; Living Dead Dolls; GTA 2003 winners; Ma$ter$ Report; Sideshow Toy; DC Mini Mates; and Sports Picks. Also: Guide to Hasbro WWF inside! Cover price $5.95.

BEHOLD THE ULTIMATE 2004 CONVENTION-TOY EXCLUSIVE REPORT! Last summer, convention exclusive action figures were among the hottest releases of the year. Limited edition Batman and Keldor figures from Mattel joined the white hot Muppets exclusives from Palisades, and the yellow shirt Captain Kirk from Art Asylum energized collectors into mad-running mobs as conventions opened across the nation. Be prepared for next year as this issue of ToyFare gets you the advance run-down on new limited-edition figures that are planned for 2004 along with information on how to get these figures if you aren't able to travel to the big events. This issue will also have a complete price guide to limited edition/convention exclusive figures. Look for the all-new Muppets Kermit exclusive figure from Palisades on the cover to ToyFare #79 WHAT IS THE BEST OF THE BEST? 2004 was a banner year for figures and ToyFare looks back at the last 12 months to give out our awards for the greatest toys of the year. Who will get Best Toy Line? Best vehicle? Toy of the Year? He-Man, Transformers, Batman, G.I. Joe, Hellraiser, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Robotech?all of these toy lines will be attending, but only one will take top honors! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE IS BACK! Return to Megoville for another all-new episode! See what happens when Mego Spidey finally meets Otto Octavius?a.k.a. Doctor Octopus, the villain in the Spider-Man movie sequel! Will they be friends? Enemies? Cellmates? Don't miss this! MINIMATES MIX'N'MATCH! So you think you've got all of the Marvel MiniMates? To tide yourself over until the next wave comes out, we're going to show you how to create your own custom figures. No paint and glue are needed for these cool figures?just pull 'em apart and snap them back together into surprisingly cool combinations! ToyFare's Top Ten list tells you which toys are the most in-demand this month, and which you should keep an eye out for. Ask the price guide editor your questions in "Dear Jon Letters." Plus, laugh your ass off at "Big Shots"! ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value! Whether you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super-collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine! Magazine (Convention Exclusive Kermit cover)$4.99 Magazine (Mego Spidey Vs. Mego Dr. Octopus cover)$4.99 Cover price $4.99.

BEHOLD THE ULTIMATE 2004 CONVENTION-TOY EXCLUSIVE REPORT! Last summer, convention exclusive action figures were among the hottest releases of the year. Limited edition Batman and Keldor figures from Mattel joined the white hot Muppets exclusives from Palisades, and the yellow shirt Captain Kirk from Art Asylum energized collectors into mad-running mobs as conventions opened across the nation. Be prepared for next year as this issue of ToyFare gets you the advance run-down on new limited-edition figures that are planned for 2004 along with information on how to get these figures if you aren't able to travel to the big events. This issue will also have a complete price guide to limited edition/convention exclusive figures. Look for the all-new Muppets Kermit exclusive figure from Palisades on the cover to ToyFare #79 WHAT IS THE BEST OF THE BEST? 2004 was a banner year for figures and ToyFare looks back at the last 12 months to give out our awards for the greatest toys of the year. Who will get Best Toy Line? Best vehicle? Toy of the Year? He-Man, Transformers, Batman, G.I. Joe, Hellraiser, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Robotech?all of these toy lines will be attending, but only one will take top honors! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE IS BACK! Return to Megoville for another all-new episode! See what happens when Mego Spidey finally meets Otto Octavius?a.k.a. Doctor Octopus, the villain in the Spider-Man movie sequel! Will they be friends? Enemies? Cellmates? Don't miss this! MINIMATES MIX'N'MATCH! So you think you've got all of the Marvel MiniMates? To tide yourself over until the next wave comes out, we're going to show you how to create your own custom figures. No paint and glue are needed for these cool figures?just pull 'em apart and snap them back together into surprisingly cool combinations! ToyFare's Top Ten list tells you which toys are the most in-demand this month, and which you should keep an eye out for. Ask the price guide editor your questions in "Dear Jon Letters." Plus, laugh your ass off at "Big Shots"! ToyFare has the most complete, full-color action figure price guide available. Track how much your figures are worth and which ones have changed in value! Whether you're a casual toy fan or an obsessive super-collector, you can't afford to miss this issue of ToyFare: The Toy Magazine! Magazine (Convention Exclusive Kermit cover)$4.99 Magazine (Mego Spidey Vs. Mego Dr. Octopus cover)$4.99 Cover price $4.99.

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(W) Brian Haberlin and Francis Takenaga (A) Philip Tan (Cover A) Philip Tan (Cover B) Simon Bisley FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Ongoing series In stores the week of November 26th. THE CONCEPT: Trakk is an immortal warrior on a quest to destroy the source of all monsters. His adventures spanning the millennia are the basis for countless legends and lore of great heroes across myriad civilizations. Forever, he has but one task. to destroy the curse of all human kind, the alien beast known as Vaquoul, the creator of all the denizens of the dark, from werewolves to vampires.Trakk is cursed to walk the earth until he destroys Vaquoul. THIS ISSUE: MISSING IN ACTION! People are disappearing in the inner city. There are rumors of unnatural creatures. The police are baffled. And our only hope is sloshed out of his freakin' gord! But meanwhile, while our hero is blitzed our villain, Vaquoul freshly regenerated is ready to wreak havoc and with his new discovery may soon be ready to make slaves of us all. Cover price $2.95.

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(W) Brian Haberlin and Francis Takenaga (A) Philip Tan (Cover A) Philip Tan (Cover B) Simon Bisley FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Ongoing series In stores the week of November 26th. THE CONCEPT: Trakk is an immortal warrior on a quest to destroy the source of all monsters. His adventures spanning the millennia are the basis for countless legends and lore of great heroes across myriad civilizations. Forever, he has but one task. to destroy the curse of all human kind, the alien beast known as Vaquoul, the creator of all the denizens of the dark, from werewolves to vampires.Trakk is cursed to walk the earth until he destroys Vaquoul. THIS ISSUE: MISSING IN ACTION! People are disappearing in the inner city. There are rumors of unnatural creatures. The police are baffled. And our only hope is sloshed out of his freakin' gord! But meanwhile, while our hero is blitzed our villain, Vaquoul freshly regenerated is ready to wreak havoc and with his new discovery may soon be ready to make slaves of us all. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Simon Furman; Penciled by Guido Guidi; Inked by Elaine To Colored by David Cheung As SCORPONOK targets KICKER, convinced that he can fast-track their ENERGON program, so OPTIMUS PRIME faces off against UNICRON'S Four Horsemen on CYBERTRON. Trapped, outgunned, PRIME can only wonder helplessly at the fate of Earth. Unless, that is, he and his fellow AUTOBOTS get a helping hand from SIG OMEGA... and the Spark of Combination! From Simon Furman and Guido Guidi! FC, 32pg $2.95 Monthly Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Collects Transformers (1984-1991 Marvel) #25-30. Written by Bob Budiansky. Art by Don Perlin, Ian Akin, Brian Garvey. Cover by Kevin Walker and Simon Coleby. Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Transformers phenomenon with these classic collections! As the Autobots mourn the death of their leader, Optimus Prime, things go from bad to worse. From the human threat of the Mechanic, to the giant menace of Trypticon - who will lead them in their darkest hour? Hardcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

1st printing. Collects Transformers (1984-1991 Marvel) #25-30. Written by Bob Budiansky. Art by Don Perlin, Ian Akin, Brian Garvey. Cover by Kevin Walker and Simon Coleby. Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Transformers phenomenon with these classic collections! As the Autobots mourn the death of their leader, Optimus Prime, things go from bad to worse. From the human threat of the Mechanic, to the giant menace of Trypticon - who will lead them in their darkest hour? Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Written by Brad Mick; Art by Don Figueroa Because you, the fans, demanded it, Transfan-fave JETFIRE returns to the pages of G1 courtesy of the villainous STARSCREAM, who has, out of fear for his own life, formed an uneasy alliance with the AUTOBOTS. But is the combination of the AUTOBOTS' courage, JETFIRE'S intelligence, and STARSCREAM'S conniving enough to thwart the super-powered zealot SUNSTORM from destroying both the Earth and CYBERTRON?! FC, 32pg$2.95Monthly Cover price $2.95.

Dreamwave Edition - Volume 2 - 1st printing. "War and Peace!" Collect s Transformers Generation 1 (2003 Volume 2) #1-6.

Written by Brad Mick. Art by Pat Lee.

Just in time for the all-new G1 ongoing series, comes the collected edition of 2003's wildly popular War and Peace mini-series. Featuring some of artist extraordinaire Pat Lee's best Transformers work, this impressive collection boasts a ton of extras, including a cover gallery, interviews with the creative team and much more!

Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $17.95.

Written by John Ney Rieber Art by Jae Lee Colored by June Chung "THE IRON FIST": COBRA Commander will die before he surrenders his empire, and the Joes and the Autobots will die with him ? unless Snake-Eyes can survive the lethal Deathground, and defeat the faceless monster who waits within ? Destro. And outside, the battle between the greatest heroes and villains of two planets escalates to apocalyptic fury when Megatron seizes the Matrix. Nothing can match his power, then-- Nothing but the courage of Optimus Prime. Characters who defined the concepts of 'hero' and 'villain' for generations redefine them with grit, heart, and adrenaline in this epic 6- issue miniseries. FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Adam Patyk/Brad Mick; Art by Various Cover by Joe Ng Now you can capture all the in-depth details of the hottest TRANSFORMERS series in years: ARMADA! From AUTOBOTS to MINI-CONS?and everything in between? you'll find stunning art and all-new bios on every page. Don't miss out on the chance to get this exhaustive reference to the mega-hit TRANSFORMERS ARMADA toy line, cartoon, and comic?with a special comic tie-in to the next big TF series: ENERGON! Whether you want to catch up with your favorites or get in on the ground floor for ENERGON, this is where to begin! Part 1 of a 3-Issue Finite Series. FC, 48pg$4.95Monthly Cover price $4.95.