Comic books July 2004

WRITTEN BY J. TORRES; ART BY TODD NAUCK AND LARRY STUCKER; COVER BY DAVE BULLOCK In stores May 26. Starfire's big sister Blackfire is back with a vengence! Will the Titans become victims of their sibling rivalry? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

SET-01 - One of Japan's most gifted illustrators, KatsuyaTerada presents a series of beautiful , sometimes disturbing, painted images of his cover girls, originally created for Wanai-magazine. Dark Horse is proud to continue our series of portfolios collecting the all-time greatest artworks from the fascinating world of Japanese illustration, with this set of charming and provocative renditions of fantasy females. This handsomely-packaged set of full-color pictures, each text free and suitable for framing, contains six 13 ½"x 10 3/8" color prints in folder. The portfolio also contains a black & white plate with commentary from Katsuya Terada. The back of the folder pictures all the interior images, so they can be viewed in the store without having to open the package. Includes: Six 13 1/2-in. x 10 1/2-in. full color prints in a folder. MATURE READERS Cover price $19.99.

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by James Heffron, Patrick K. Lahotch, & Chad Fidler On a hot summer night in 1873, a fireball from the sky spoiled the era's greatest train heist. Now the legends of the Old West must contend with shape-shifting alien bushwhackers in a limited series showdown. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by James Heffron, Patrick K. Lahotch, & Chad Fidler On a hot summer night in 1873, a fireball from the sky spoiled the era's greatest train heist. Now the legends of the Old West must contend with shape-shifting alien bushwhackers in a limited series showdown. MATURE READERS FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Convention edition with yellow star art.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Patrick Neighly. Art by Donny Hadiwidjaja. Explosive action and introspective character development mark this landmark graphic novel by acclaimed Subatomic author Patrick Neighly and breakout artist Donny Hadiwidjaja. In the near-future superpower Texarkana, a rookie cop uncovers a conspiracy that could plunge a continent into civil war! A unique fusion of Asia and the West! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 116 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $12.95.

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Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $60.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Al Milgrom on 07/31/2021. Label #21-2F68DFB-033 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

Samaritan: Part 4 of 6 - (W) Keith Giffen (P) Ron Lim (Cover) Keith Giffen. It's Thanos vs, the Maker (a.k.a. Cosmos, a.k.a. the Beyonder, a.k.a. Skippy the Wonder Weasel) in a no-holds-barred, cosmic brawl that answers the oft-asked question: Quisp or Quake? Cover price $2.99.

by Michael Jantze The fourth quarterly collects more of Jantze's daily strips from 1997 in trade format, including a journal "written by Norm" that accompanies each strip. Foreword by Sergio Aragones, creator of Groo. Perfect-bound. b&w, 48pg $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

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(W) Dan Jurgens (P & Cover) Scott Eaton; Will the devastating attack of Desak, Destroyer of Gods, on the empire Thor has built unite the Odinson and his son, Magni? Who will wield the unstoppable hammer, Mjolnir? Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Dan Jurgens (P & Cover) Scott Eaton; Will the devastating attack of Desak, Destroyer of Gods, on the empire Thor has built unite the Odinson and his son, Magni? Who will wield the unstoppable hammer, Mjolnir? Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Akira Yoshida (P) Greg Tocchini (Cover) Adi Granov; "The Warriors Teen" (4 of 6) As Thor, Sif and Balder continue their quest, emotions run high between the troubled teens, and the cracks in their friendship continue to widen. Now they must make their way across the desert palins of Jennia, in search of on of the land's magic jewels, but little do they know what terrors await them beneatht he shifiting sands... Cover price $2.99.

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1st printing. Collects THOR (1962-1996 1ST SERIES) #491-494 and 498-500. Written by WARREN ELLIS and WILLIAM MESSNER-LOEBS. Art and cover by MIKE DEODOTO JR. Today, he's best known for his hauntingly powerful interpretation of a certain raging green monster - but he first found fame in the '90s by redefining and reinvigorating a Norse thunder god. To mark his move to AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, Marvel collects the highlights of Mike Deodato Jr.'s epic run on THOR. Along with writers Warren Ellis and William Messner-Loebs, Deodato took the Thunder God to new heights, closing out the series' original run in a manner befitting the mighty Thor himself. Softcover, 184 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Fan-favorite artist Tim Sale, best known for Batman: The Long Halloween and Spider-Man: Blue, talks extensively about his career from his early Grey Archer Press illustrations to his recent work on Hulk: Gray. Beautifully illustrated with pencil sketches and finished pieces throughout, this book is a must for Tim Sale afficianados. Book design by Comicraft. Hardcover, 7-in. x 12-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

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WRITTEN BY MARK SCHULTZ; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY; COVER BY CHRIS SPROUSE In stores April 14. Buckle up for a high-flying tale that takes Tom and his companions from the back streets of Millennium City to the top of the world! Aircraft across the world are mysteriously grounded as all engine- driven flight is rendered impossible. Now, after discovering a secret from his past, Tom Strong must solve this mystery ? or mankind will forever be banned from the skies! Featuring guest creative team Mark Schultz (Cadillacs and Dinosaurs) and Pascual Ferry (SUPERMAN). FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

This issue marks the 7th installment to Tomart's incredibly detailed G.I. Joe: Real American Hero Reference/Price Guide. This issue also showcases new product announcements and images on such lines as Star Wars, DC Direct, Teen Titans and Conan, plus a special Dungeons & Dragons Retro Report. AFD's regular departments include Action News Briefs, Action on the Shelves and the Star Wars Update. Also: Sideshow Collectibles - Wes Craven's New Nightmare Freddy Krueger action figure premiere. And: An exclusive interview with Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane. Magazine, full color. Cover price $5.95.

1st printing. By Nunzio DeFilippis, Christina Weir, and Christopher Mitten. Jessica Parrish wanted to be the next "Indiana Jones," but she's down to one last shot, lead a team into the booby-trap-ridden estate of Mathias Fowler. Fowler, the "lost" member of the 1922 King Tut expedition, stole a number of coveted artifacts from the dig. Can Parish's team navigate the deathtraps and ghosts hidden beneath the mansion, or will they just end up more bodies in The Tomb? Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 144 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $14.95.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY WES CRAIG AND PRENTIS ROLLINS; COVER BY TOMER HANUKA DC FOCUS. In stores May 12. Hit the Vegas Strip in the DC FOCUS series that looks at good vs. greed! In the debut issue we learned about Rory, the all-American hero. This month, the focus shifts to his shifty manager Cooper, who has his own problems including a lawsuit and a super-powered stalker! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

In this issue of the toy magazine for the hardcore collector: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl from NECA; Hot Wheels; new NFL; Star Wars - Power of the Force and the power of coin; McFarlane Toys - Hell on Wheels; Shrek - turning toys into ca$h; and Kool by Design - independent toy growers of America rally at SDCC. Bonus Features: Summer con report; Diamond Comics; Mezco vinyls; G.I. Joe: V vs V; Dunny Show; Secret Base; WWE Jakks; Mini Mates; and Shockinis. Plus: Guide to Spider-Man '02-'04 inside! Cover price $5.95.

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What is it about MiniMates that has captured America's hearts and minds? We'll attempt to explain it all in our massive tribute to MiniMates, including the latest news, all-new images, and another installment of Twisted MiniMate Theatre! The MiniMates phenomenon also strikes on the cover to this issue of ToyFare as the greatest heroes of DC Comics and Marvel clash! SUMMER MOVIE TOYS ROUNDUP - It's that time of the season, when the toys of summer are hitting the shelves to support the big blockbusters of the summer. From Catwoman to Harry Potter, from Aliens/Predator to Spider-Man 2, from Shrek 2 to Blade 3, we'll run down the toys you'll want, the toys you'll need and the toys you won't be able to find! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE IS FINALLY COMING TO AN END - Made you look! Catch more hilarious madness as Mego Spidey and the gang start trouble once again in another all-new episode. LIVING DEAD DOLLS VISUAL PRICE GUIDE - These morbidly deceased figures are anything but dead! See each and every one of these hot toys along with all of the limited editions and convention exclusives. You'll kill yourself if you miss this! 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! And: Exclusive MiniMate offer. Magazine. Cover price $4.99.

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What is it about MiniMates that has captured America's hearts and minds? We'll attempt to explain it all in our massive tribute to MiniMates, including the latest news, all-new images, and another installment of Twisted MiniMate Theatre! The MiniMates phenomenon also strikes on the cover to this issue of ToyFare as the greatest heroes of DC Comics and Marvel clash! SUMMER MOVIE TOYS ROUNDUP - It's that time of the season, when the toys of summer are hitting the shelves to support the big blockbusters of the summer. From Catwoman to Harry Potter, from Aliens/Predator to Spider-Man 2, from Shrek 2 to Blade 3, we'll run down the toys you'll want, the toys you'll need and the toys you won't be able to find! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE IS FINALLY COMING TO AN END - Made you look! Catch more hilarious madness as Mego Spidey and the gang start trouble once again in another all-new episode. LIVING DEAD DOLLS VISUAL PRICE GUIDE - These morbidly deceased figures are anything but dead! See each and every one of these hot toys along with all of the limited editions and convention exclusives. You'll kill yourself if you miss this! 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! And: Exclusive MiniMate offer. Magazine. Cover price $4.99.

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by Simon Furman & Joe Ng For the Omnicons... terrestrial life is going to take some adjusting to. With negotiations between the Autobots and Earth authorities at a critical juncture, Hot Shot takes the somewhat unpredictable Signal Flare, Arcee, Strongarm and Skyblast out for some wilderness training. Out in the wilds of northern Canada, surely nothing can go wrong! Cue: Snow Cat! FC, 32pg$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Wraparound variant cover. by Simon Furman & Joe Ng For the Omnicons... terrestrial life is going to take some adjusting to. With negotiations between the Autobots and Earth authorities at a critical juncture, Hot Shot takes the somewhat unpredictable Signal Flare, Arcee, Strongarm and Skyblast out for some wilderness training. Out in the wilds of northern Canada, surely nothing can go wrong! Cue: Snow Cat! FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Dynamic Forces Gold Foil Exclusive cover. Limited to 1000 copies. Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Wraparound variant cover. by Simon Furman & Joe Ng For the Omnicons... terrestrial life is going to take some adjusting to. With negotiations between the Autobots and Earth authorities at a critical juncture, Hot Shot takes the somewhat unpredictable Signal Flare, Arcee, Strongarm and Skyblast out for some wilderness training. Out in the wilds of northern Canada, surely nothing can go wrong! Cue: Snow Cat! FC, 32pg

Dynamic Forces Red Foil Exclusive cover. Limited to 100 copies. Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. Wraparound variant cover. by Simon Furman & Joe Ng For the Omnicons... terrestrial life is going to take some adjusting to. With negotiations between the Autobots and Earth authorities at a critical juncture, Hot Shot takes the somewhat unpredictable Signal Flare, Arcee, Strongarm and Skyblast out for some wilderness training. Out in the wilds of northern Canada, surely nothing can go wrong! Cue: Snow Cat! FC, 32pg

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by Brad Mick & Adam Patyk, & Rob Ruffolo Go underground! Frustrated with authority and fleeing for their lives, the Micromasters retreat into Cybertron's most dangerous subculture. But this secret world of racing gangs and fights might be just as deadly as a skeleton from Countdown's closet, one that might hold the key to Cybertron's future...or possibly its destruction! NOTE: This issue will ship with 2 covers by Rob Ruffolo and Pat Lee in equal ratio. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Brad Mick & Adam Patyk, & Rob Ruffolo Go underground! Frustrated with authority and fleeing for their lives, the Micromasters retreat into Cybertron's most dangerous subculture. But this secret world of racing gangs and fights might be just as deadly as a skeleton from Countdown's closet, one that might hold the key to Cybertron's future...or possibly its destruction! NOTE: This issue will ship with 2 covers by Rob Ruffolo and Pat Lee in equal ratio. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Collects Transformers (1984-1991 Marvel) #31-32 and 35-37. Celebrate the Transformers phenomenon with these classic Previews Exclusive collections! Hardcover, full color. Cover price $24.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Transformers: The War Within (2002) #1-6. Written by Simon Furman. Art by Don Figueroa. Featuring the epic tale of Optimus Prime's first days at the forefront of the Autobot/Decepticon civil war on Cybertron. From Simon Furman and Don Figueroa comes the untold story of The Transformers as they were, before they came to Earth. This trade paperback includes a complete cover gallery, sketches, and additional bonus material! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Rick Geary. He was the world's first serial killer and he existed in the late 19th century, operating around the Chicago World's Fair, building a literal house of horrors, replete with chutes for dead bodies, gas chambers, and surgical rooms. He methodically murdered up to 200 people, mostly young women. The infamous H.H. Holmes is the next subject of Rick Geary's award-winning and increasingly popular series! Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Young Elvis (portrait shot; light background) cover with bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Young Elvis (portrait shot; light background) cover WITHOUT bonus CD. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Singing Elvis (wearing black jacket) cover with bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Singing Elvis (wearing black jacket) cover WITHOUT bonus CD. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Singing Elvis (wearing white jacket) cover with bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Singing Elvis (wearing white jacket) cover WITHOUT bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Dancing young Elvis (wearing pullover sweater) cover with bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

Dancing young Elvis (wearing pullover sweater) cover WITHOUT bonus CD attached. July 4, 2004. Inside: Elvis Presley tribute; Amazing Race. Cover price $2.99.

July 11, 2004. Fold-out cover: Will Ferrell as Ron Burgundy of "Anchorman." Inside: Ferrell article/interview; "Stargate Atlantis"; 50 Coolest TV Products. Cover price $2.49.

Volume 4 - 1st printing.

By overwhelming poplular demand, Wizard Entertainment proudly presents the fourth TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE trade paperback collection!

This new 104-page book collects more of the best and funniest episodes from Toyfare magazine's monthly Twisted Toyfare Theatre comic strips. Join Mego SPidey and the gang in hilarious episodes like "Crisis on Infinite Megovilles," Beach Blanket Mego," "Twenty Twenty 24 Hours to Go," "My Big Fat, FAT Wedding" and many more! Where else can you see the Human Tourch enter Herbie into a Battle Bots competition or Aunt May try on the Infinity Gauntley? READ THE ORIGIN OF MEGO HULK in a exclusive World Premiere episodes created just for this volume!

In addition to the life-changing strips presented here, this book will feature more of the Official Handbook of the TTT Universe! See shocking secrets of Megoville's greatest characters revealed in the classic style of the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe. Introduction by living legend Stan Lee, the father of Marvel Comics!

If you loved any of the first three Twisted Toyfare Theatre trade paperbacks, you'll die if you miss this volume!

Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

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WRITTEN BY WARREN ELLIS; ART AND COVER BY AMANDA CONNER AND JIMMY PALMIOTTI CLIFFHANGER. In stores December 10. The chase continues as Rosi and Tony flee Filthy Ron! Tony decides to deal with the Quarrys and get them off their backs. It's the climactic fight scene featuring all out sedan- shagging action that cannot be missed. Could this all really be a love story? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 3) Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Brian michael Bendis & MARK MILLAR Penciled by ADAM KUBERT Cover by Dale Keown "THE FANTASTIC" pt. 6 (of 6) It was too big to fit in five issues, so we're concluding the Ultimate FF's first story line in six! The Mole Man and his army of ani-men confront the only four people in the world who can stop his plan of global conquest. Guess who they are? 32 PGS./ALL AGES ...$2.25 UPC: 5960605499-00611 Cover price $2.25.

Dynamic Forces edition signed by Brian Michael Bendis and limited to 199 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Written by Brian Michael Bendis & MARK MILLAR Penciled by ADAM KUBERT Cover by Dale Keown "THE FANTASTIC" pt. 6 (of 6) It was too big to fit in five issues, so we're concluding the Ultimate FF's first story line in six! The Mole Man and his army of ani-men confront the only four people in the world who can stop his plan of global conquest. Guess who they are? 32 PGS./ALL AGES ...$2.25 UPC: 5960605499-00611 Cover price $2.25.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Fantastic!" Collects Ultimate Fantastic Four (2004-2009) #1-6. Get ready for the most fantastic adventure of them all. The Fantastic Four - Reed Richards, Johnny Storm, Susan Storm, and Ben Grimm - get the Ultimate treament! Jump on board from the beginning. Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (P & Cover) Mark Bagley; "Hollywood" (5 of 6) As the cameras roll, the real web-slinger by Doc Ock and hijacked by plane to Brazil! And what is the public reaction as the flick has its premiere? Plus: Something strange happens while Doc Ock is in S.H.I.E.L.D. custody. Cover price $2.25.

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(W) Brian Michael Bendis (P & Cover) Mark Bagley; "Hollywood" (6 of 6) As the cameras roll, the real web-slinger by Doc Ock and hijacked by plane to Brazil! And what is the public reaction as the flick has its premiere? Plus: Something strange happens while Doc Ock is in S.H.I.E.L.D. custody. Cover price $2.25.

1st Edition - Volume 10 - 1st printing. "Hollywood!" Collects Ultimate Spider-Man (2000-2009) #54-59. Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Pencils & Cover by MARK BAGLEY A major movie studio is making a summer blockbuster about Spider-Man, and the Ultimate wall-crawler swings by the set to give the producers a piece of his mind. But someone else is even hotter about being in the film than Spidey: Doctor Octopus, who just may shut the production down if he doesn't get final edit! As the cameras roll, the real wall-crawler and Doc Ock go head-to-head behind the scenes! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

2004 ACTIVISION Collector's Edition of Ultimate X-Men #1 available only with X-Men Legends Game. Cover by Aaron Lopestri & Chris Sotomayor. Mark Millar/Adam Kubert/Art Thibert THE SCOOP: Hot on the heels of ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN comes a streamlined comic perfect for moviegoers hungry for more X-Men! THE STORY: The place is a world very much like ours. The time is now. The phenomenon is genetic mutation. It is a time of change. Humanity now faces mutants, a mysterious sub-species that is gifted with strange and frightening powers. Hidden among the population, they are feared and hated by their human cousins. As rumors and urban myths about their existence spread across the world, the U.S. Government creates its own initiative to deal with this threat: the Sentinel Project. Meanwhile, two men wage a secret war for the hearts and minds of young mutants everywhere. Charles Xavier has recruited a cadre of students including Cyclops, Jean Grey and Beast that call themselves the "X-Men". But there are others out there, living in fear, struggling to deal with what they are: Ororo Munroe, Bobby Drake... and another, more dangerous mutant named Logan. Simultaniously, the terrorist known only as Magneto has assembled "The Brotherhood," a militant group dedicated to the overthrow of human authority. A war is on the horizon?and these amazing young men and women will decide the future of all humanity! THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with no ads.

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Written by Brian michael Bendis Pencils & Cover by David Finch The last part (6 of 6) of "NEW MUTANTS" sees a final battle between the X-Men and the Sentinels in the heart of Washington, D.C. How will the not-so-merry mutants deal with the awful aftermath? 32 PGS./ALL AGES ...$2.25 UPC: 5960605047-04511 Cover price $2.25.