Comic books December 2004

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wraparound cover, purplish cover by James Anthony & Jorge Correa The final all-action issue of the greatest SG-1 tale yet! Teal'c is thrown into the futuristic gladiator arena to face the Legends monsters from mythology crafted into cybernetic killers. Captain Carter and Colonel O'Neill are imprisoned and being prepared to for Goa'uld possession. Daniel must face an ancient Goa'uld exile in hopes of rescuing the team and averting an all out attack on Earth. Everything comes to a head as the team faces certain death and the potential annihilation of the planet. Can SG1 find a way to save themselves from the new dawn of the Roman Empire or will all of civilization fall beneath the heel of Mars? Available in regular and wraparound (by Correa), and photo cover editions. REG. CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 WRAPAROUND CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 PHOTO CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 Cover price $3.99.

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Photo Cover by James Anthony & Jorge Correa The final all-action issue of the greatest SG-1 tale yet! Teal'c is thrown into the futuristic gladiator arena to face the Legends monsters from mythology crafted into cybernetic killers. Captain Carter and Colonel O'Neill are imprisoned and being prepared to for Goa'uld possession. Daniel must face an ancient Goa'uld exile in hopes of rescuing the team and averting an all out attack on Earth. Everything comes to a head as the team faces certain death and the potential annihilation of the planet. Can SG1 find a way to save themselves from the new dawn of the Roman Empire or will all of civilization fall beneath the heel of Mars? Available in regular and wraparound (by Correa), and photo cover editions. REG. CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 WRAPAROUND CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 PHOTO CVR.?FC, 32pg (3 of 3) $3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Prepare for the launch of Stargate SG-1 the official magazine! Follow the missions, exploits and adventures of the U.S. Air Force special operations team SG-1. In the first issue we'll have exclusive interviews with cast and crew, tour the set and learn the secrets behind the special effects! Plus, get the inside story on Season 8 and meet the Stargate: Atlantis team! (Titan) (CAUT: 4) Magazine, 68pgs, FC$6.99 Cover price $6.99.

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Written by KEVIN J. ANDERSON Penciled by JORGE LUCAS Cover by TOMMY OHTSUKA "THE CADET AND THE CORSAIRS" PART 5 (OF 5) The time has come for both Tolo and the Starjammers to decide where their loyalties lie ? and what they're going to do about it! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605503-00511 Cover price $2.99.

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The Incredibles - sensational superheroics from Brad Bird & Pixar; The Polar Express - Bob Zemeckis & Tom Hanks take a fantasy ride; Species III - meet the latest deadly alien spawn; plus: Farscape, Babylon 5, Mission: Impossible, Spider-Man. The Incredibles cover. Cover price $7.99.

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Written by ROY THOMAS Art and Cardstock Cover by DICK GIORDANO PART 2 (OF 4) The horror continues as Dracula makes his way to England and sets his sights on Lucy Westenra and Mina Harker. This issue finishes reprinting the previously serialized B&W ink-wash adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, and continues with the first pages of all- new artwork in almost 30 years! Every 6 weeks another issue will arise. B&W/48 PGS./ MARVEL PSR ...$3.99 UPC: 5960605577-00211 Cover price $3.99.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Wing Shing Ma. With his newfound understanding of "A Millions Swords Return" Nameless must now test his renewed vigor against the might of the merciless Godless. The very fate of China may rest in the hands the legendary sword himself. Plus the fate of Wind's life-long love - Dream, is revealed! Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $17.95.

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Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI & SARA "SAMM" BARNES Pencils & Cardstock Cover by BRANDON PETERSON Brash young surgeon Dr. Stephen Strange is on a collision course with destiny ? a journey that will force him to search the deepest corners of his own heart...and the outer reaches of the cosmos! Masters of the comic book medium J. Michael Straczynski, Samm Barnes & Brandon Peterson chronicle the adventures of the Master of the Mystic Arts in the year's most highly anticipated origin story! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$3.50 UPC: 5960605606-00211 Cover price $3.50.

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STRANGE DAY ONE-SHOT by Damon Hurd & Tatiana Gill Skipping school to buy the latest Cure album, Miles arrives at the deserted Media Play parking lot waiting for the store to open. Here he meets Anna, who skipped her own classes for the same agenda. A free spirit, Anna takes it upon herself to bring introverted Miles out of his black-clad shell. A Strange Day is an original graphic novella about alienation, kindred spirits, and two Cure-heads' serendipitous friendship, and the lessons they learn from each other. 48pgs, B&W, 6.5-in. x 9-in. SRP: $3.95 Cover price $3.95.

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By Terry Moore. Casey is a Las Vegas showgirl? It's every fanboy's dream come true when Casey gets a job in sin city doing what she does best - looking beautiful! But what does Katchoo think of Casey's new job and what is she doing in Vegas anyway? Find out in the sexiest issue of SiP ever! 24pgs, B&W Cover price $2.95.

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Volume 3 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Terry Moore.

Featuring a brief glimpse at middle age for Katchoo and Francine! And with Katchoo's past buried with Darcy, things should be looking up for our trio. But will David soon follow in Darcy's footsteps? Don't miss the dramatic results of years of pushing back at the Parker organization!

Featuring new cover art by Moore, and special spine art that gives this manga-sized collection a distinctive look on the shelf!

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 344 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $17.95.

Twilight's Last Gleaming Part 2 - Strategy & Tactics magazine is the longest running military history magazine. Includes in-depth looks at historical battles and campaigns and features articles with maps and pictures showing key moments, action, personalities, equipment and more! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, B&W.

NOTE: Includes complete game.

by Jim Rugg & Brian Maruca We're so confident you'll like issue #4 (she fights hunger, eats a donut, and wears a hat) we're going to hype issue #5. It redefines non-stop, ass-kickin' action, hard-style! Sure, #4 is awesome, but #5 will make you soil yourself! 24pgs, B&W $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Writer Ken Siu-Chong Art Arnold Tsang & Andrew Hou Format: 32 pages color comic. Saddle stitched. COVER A by Alvin Lee COVER B by Adrian Alphona COVER C by Jo Chen (Power Foil - Limited 5000 copies) Cover Price 2.95. KEN and ELIZA had hoped that their wedding preparations would run smoothly, but those plans come to an abrupt halt when VEGA crashes their wedding shower with one thing on his mind: revenge. However, this fight is one Ken fortunately won't need to fight alone. Meanwhile in Brazil, CAMMY and CHUN-LI try to get to the bottom of Shadaloo's secret weapons programs, but discover something even more disturbing: BISON HAS RETURNED! PLUS! Acclaimed artist ADRIAN (RUNAWAYS) ALPHONA provides a cover and backup story featuring one of CAMMY,s and DELTA RED's earliest missions! Note: Cover A of issues 10, 11 & 12 join together to form a big picture featuring the whole cast of STREET FIGHTER II and STREET FIGHTER ALPHA!!! Cover price $2.95.

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"12B" blonde girl with gun, 4 other people around her. Writer Ken Siu-Chong Art Arnold Tsang & Andrew Hou Format: 32 pages color comic. Saddle stitched. COVER A by Alvin Lee COVER B by Adrian Alphona COVER C by Jo Chen (Power Foil - Limited 5000 copies) Cover Price 2.95. KEN and ELIZA had hoped that their wedding preparations would run smoothly, but those plans come to an abrupt halt when VEGA crashes their wedding shower with one thing on his mind: revenge. However, this fight is one Ken fortunately won't need to fight alone. Meanwhile in Brazil, CAMMY and CHUN-LI try to get to the bottom of Shadaloo's secret weapons programs, but discover something even more disturbing: BISON HAS RETURNED! PLUS! Acclaimed artist ADRIAN (RUNAWAYS) ALPHONA provides a cover and backup story featuring one of CAMMY,s and DELTA RED's earliest missions! Note: Cover A of issues 10, 11 & 12 join together to form a big picture featuring the whole cast of STREET FIGHTER II and STREET FIGHTER ALPHA!!! Cover price $2.95.

Writer Ken Siu-Chong Art Arnold Tsang & Andrew Hou Format: 32 pages color comic. Saddle stitched. COVER C by Jo Chen (Power Foil - Limited 5000 copies) Cover Price 2.95. KEN and ELIZA had hoped that their wedding preparations would run smoothly, but those plans come to an abrupt halt when VEGA crashes their wedding shower with one thing on his mind: revenge. However, this fight is one Ken fortunately won't need to fight alone. Meanwhile in Brazil, CAMMY and CHUN-LI try to get to the bottom of Shadaloo's secret weapons programs, but discover something even more disturbing: BISON HAS RETURNED! PLUS! Acclaimed artist ADRIAN (RUNAWAYS) ALPHONA provides a cover and backup story featuring one of CAMMY,s and DELTA RED's earliest missions! Note: Cover A of issues 10, 11 & 12 join together to form a big picture featuring the whole cast of STREET FIGHTER II and STREET FIGHTER ALPHA!!!

MOHIRO KITOH (W/A), MAKOTO KOBAYASHI (W/A), KENICHI SONODA (W/A), AND HIROYUKI UTATANE (W/A) WITH YO MORIMOTO (W/A). b&w, 128pgs. Two hilarious What's Michael? episodes start this issue off, as we find out why kittens and stereo speakers are a bad mix! Shadow Star continues to develop several creepy, adolescent side-characters, and Shiina tries to adjust to life at the high-pressure Banda Academy. The giant robot rumble in Cannon God Exaxxion concludes, as the tenacious Hoichi faces bloodthirsty alien invaders in a fiery showdown! The slice-of-life romance in Club 9 finds the naïve Haruo feeling confused and tested by an insistent suitor. Our Seraphic Feather meta-heroes battle treacherous super-soldiers aboard a doomed space shuttle, but a betrayal among the terrorists may give them the chance they need to escape! FOR MATURE READERS. Cover price $5.99.

ST. Martin's Griffin Edition - 1st printing. By Robert Mayer. Foreword by Grant Morrison. Cover by Mike Allred. A new edition of the 1977 novel that revolutionized comics. Robert Mayer's darkly satiric look at a middle-aged masked man pulled out of retirement influenced superhero comics from the 1980s through today. Hardcover, 5 1/2-ion. x 8 1/2-in., 232 pages, Text Only.

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1st printing. Edited by Gina Misiroglu and David A. Roach. Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from evildoers. A penchant for looking good in long underwear. These are the traits that define the quintessential superhero whose impossible feats graced the pages of comic books during comics' Golden and Silver Ages. With over 300 entries and 150 full-color illustrations, including dozens of classic comic covers, The Superhero Book is the ultimate A-Z compendium of everyone's favorite superheroes and their mythology, sidekicks, villains, love interests, super powers, and modus operandi. Flap & back cover of this book feature raves about it from Stan Lee, Will Eisner, Dick Giordano, Jerry Ordway, Dennis O'Neil, Mike Allred & Marie Severin. Hardcover, 724 pages, full color.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Edited by Gina Misiroglu and David A. Roach. Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from evildoers. A penchant for looking good in long underwear. These are the traits that define the quintessential superhero whose impossible feats graced the pages of comic books during comics' Golden and Silver Ages. With over 300 entries and 150 full-color illustrations, including dozens of classic comic covers, The Superhero Book is the ultimate A-Z compendium of everyone's favorite superheroes and their mythology, sidekicks, villains, love interests, super powers, and modus operandi. Flap & back cover of this book feature raves about it from Stan Lee, Will Eisner, Dick Giordano, Jerry Ordway, Dennis O'Neil, Mike Allred & Marie Severin. Softcover, 724 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

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Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams It's the battle between two of the DCU's strongest heroes: Superman vs. Wonder Woman in a fight to the finish, written by fan-favorite Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Jim Lee & Scott Wiliams as "For Tomorrow" continues! When Superman inadvertently sets off a series of catastrophic events after destroying the Vanishing Tech, Wonder Woman must intervene and attempt to put an end to the chaos. But Superman has plans of his own and won't let the Amazonian interfere without a fight ? and what a fight it'll be! On sale Oct 27 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Dynamic Forces edition signed by Jim Lee and limited to 999 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. Written by Brian Azzarello Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams. It's the battle between two of the DCU's strongest heroes: Superman vs. Wonder Woman in a fight to the finish, written by fan-favorite Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Jim Lee & Scott Wiliams as "For Tomorrow" continues! When Superman inadvertently sets off a series of catastrophic events after destroying the Vanishing Tech, Wonder Woman must intervene and attempt to put an end to the chaos. But Superman has plans of his own and won't let the Amazonian interfere without a fight ? and what a fight it'll be! On sale Oct 27 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Pencils & Cover by GARY FRANK "THE SQUADRON" PART 1 (OF 5) In their first adventure as a team, Hyperion, Blur and Nighthawk ? the newly formed Squadron ? encounter a super-powered serial killer! But will they live long enough to stop him? 32 PGS./PARENTAL ADVISORY ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605457-01311 Cover price $2.99.

Written by Will Pfeifer Art and cover by Richard Corben. Nissing Link Part 2 of 2. Acclaimed artist Richard Corben (Hellblazer) concludes his 2-part SWAMP THING stint in unforgettable fashion! The safari to bag a Swamp Thing takes a shocking twist when Alec's true enemy reveals himself ? and he's more powerful than even Alec could have imagined. But that conflict pales when a reminder of Swamp Thing's past seeks him out in the bayou. On sale Oct 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US ? Mature Readers Cover price $2.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Bad Seed!" Collects Swamp Thing (2004- 4TH SERIES) #1-6. Written by Andy Diggle. Art by Enrique Breccia. "Bad Seed" finds the Swamp Thing joined to the Earth itself, surpassing even his old power as the champion of the Green, and no longer inhibited by the human conscience of his original template, Alec Holland. Without this constraint, the Swamp Thing threatens to re-balance the natural world at the cost of countless human casualties ? including his own daughter Tefé and his love, Abby ? unless the man who originally showed him his true nature, John Constantine, can find a way to stop him. Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $9.95.

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on sale 12.15 $3.50 monthly three-issue miniseries full color; 32 pages written by TODD DEZAGO art by HOWARD PORTER, JOHN LIVESAY & MAURICET cover by MIKE WIERINGO CONCEPT: Journey back to the magical world of Tellos in an all-new anthology series that offers thrills, mayhem and surprises while planting the seeds for TELLOS: SECOND COMING, the new storyline due out in early 2005! THIS ISSUE: Now this is the way to close out a miniseries! First off is the conclusion to the epic tale "The Legend of OGE K'Tion" as Todd and Belgian phenom MAURICET (Cross-Overs) relate the terrific and terrifying origin of the man who would become The WARRIOR of the LIGHT! Then it's the tale that everyone's been waiting for as Todd and superstar Artist HOWARD PORTER (Flash, Fantastic Four, JLA) reveal Jared's fate now that he's back in the 'real' world, and how JAREK could ever get back to TELLOS! This is it, folks! The one that leads directly into SECOND COMING! You don't wanna miss it. As is usual with TELLOS books, this three-issue series contains secrets, clues and twists that weave their way throughout the series. Don't think you know it all! And each of these issues is graced with a sweet, sweet cover by TELLOS co-creator (and Fantastic Four Artist) MIKE WIERINGO! Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Mike McKone & Marlo Alquiza The 3-part "Titans Tomorrow" kicks off here, as the Titans return from the trip with the Legion...ten years too late! Get ready to meet the all-new Titans line-up: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Animal Man, Aquawoman and the Flash! But all is not as well as it seems in the future, and the Teen Titans are going to find out why. On sale Oct 20 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Written by J. Torres Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker. Cover by Dave Bullock. Special one-year anniversary issue! The Titans go face-to-face with their strangest foe: Mumbo! Can they survive more of his "tricks?" On sale Oct 27 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

This issue: A peculiar alien visitor drops in on the Xihad; Mike attends to a moody Regenta; Don learns more about the strange world on the tepui; the Fugitoid goes "monster" hunting; Leo tries to get a straight answer from Karai; and Casey loses it! 34pgs, B&W$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Alan Moore & Peter Hogan Art and cover by Yanick Paquette & Karl Story ABC. The bizarre time distortions worsen as the mysterious craft nears Terra Obscura. Tom Strange, while preparing to leave Earth, comes into contact with some old allies...and one nasty villain! On sale Oct 20 ? 3 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Cover price $2.95.

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on sale 12.08 $2.99 bi-monthly ongoing series full color; 32 pages written by RAVEN GREGORY art & cover by CRISTINA LOPEZ & JASON KEITH CONCEPT: An ancient being walks our Earth giving items of incredible power to everyday people. These gifts have the ability to redeem or damn depending on their bearers' choices. On the surface, The Ancient One's actions seem random and unrelated, but within him lies a purpose, a reason, a mystery to be revealed and a choice to be made. THIS ISSUE: "Corrupt"?When a young group of teens suffers from a case of mistaken identity, only one survives the tragic encounter. But when her path crosses that of the Ancient One, none will be safe from her vengeance...or her gift. Cover price $2.99.

by Michael Jantze The sixth quarterly collects more of Jantze's work in trade format and includes a journal "Written by Norm" to accompany each strip, as well as "The Norm Extra." If you like thoughtful, well-drawn humor, you'll like The Norm. SC, 48pgs, B&W $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "The Winter Book!" Collects Thieves and Kings (1994-2005) #37-46. Story and art by Mark Oakley. The Fifth collected volume of the fantasy adventure series, Thieves & Kings! Without anywhere to call home, Rubel and Heath must survive a harsh winter season in Oceansend. With the Prince's army and the assassins of the Queen Witch hounding their steps, the young pair must make new friends and use magic, thievery and ingenuity to forge a place for themselves in the great city. Softcover, 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $16.95.

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Written by MICHAEL AVON OEMING Penciled by ANDREA DI VITO Cover by STEVE EPTING AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED TIE-IN! "RAGNAROK" PART 5 (OF 5) It's the end of all that is, and you've got a ringside seat for the last day of the Norse Gods, as Thor struggles to break the god cycle once and for all! You must read this, True Believer ? and here's a hint as to why: there's no Thor #86 next month... 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR Cover price $2.99.

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Written by AKIRA YOSHIDA Penciled by GREG TOCCHINI Cover by JO CHEN "ENCHANTED" PART 3 (OF 3) Three's a crowd as Sif, Amora and Brunnhilda all compete for Thor's affections. But when Amora decides to play dirty, the gloves come off! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605485-00911 Cover price $2.99.

Written by George Romero Art by Tommy Castillo & Rodney Ramos Cover by Bernie Wrightson Cult movie writer/director George Romero helps kick off TOE TAGS, a series of miniseries featuring the work of a number of creative luminaries from a variety of media! Best known for his trio of zombie films ? Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead, and Day of the Dead ? Romero launches TOE TAGS with an all-new horror classic for comics: the 6-part "The Death of Death," featuring blood-curdling art by Tommy Castillo (DETECTIVE COMICS) & Rodney Ramos (GREEN LANTERN). Overnight, the world has been turned upside down, and zombies rule the day! It's up to a college professor named Hoffman, his assistant Damien Cross, and his gal Judy to figure out exactly how and why the undead have taken over. But even if they do get to the bottom of the plague, is it too late to save the world? On sale Oct 20 ? Mature Readers ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Edited by Bob Schreck Cover price $2.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Robert Place Napton. Art by Ph. Cover by Michael Choi. ARROW: Manga mechs battle! Kenny is a restless youth in Tokyo 2, a sprawling, mysterious mega-metropolis. He falls in with a fast-moving, thrill-seeking crowd, and meets the beautiful Sharon. But Sharon has a secret: She and her gang stage an underground fight club that battles in next-generation mech suits. But these are no ordinary robot wars-the drivers "feel" the punishment dished out! Kenny gambles with his life in the Tokyo Knights arena, in a tale written by manga master Robert Place Napton (Appleseed, Myth Warriors)! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Duncan Fegredo Cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story ABC. Part 1 of a fantastic 2-part story by two of comics' most exciting creators! Tom Strong's feats of bravery are world-renowned, but what if he weren't an idol to millions? If he didn't ascend to the role of hero, where would he be? On sale Oct 13 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US Cover price $2.95.

In this issue: Holy MEGO collector! The real story unmasked at last! The History of MEGO Part 2 - MEGO's Official World's Greatest Super Heroes. Plus: Muppets Price Guide; Now Playing. AFD's regular departments include Action News Briefs, Retro Report, Action on the Shelves and the Star Wars Update. Cover features Batman and Robin. Magazine, full color. Cover price $5.95.

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Written by ROBERT RODI (with Bruce Jones) Penciled by JAMIE TOLAGSON Cover by BILL SIENKIEWICZ Every thousand years, Dracula enters a chrysalis state for four days, leaving him in a vulnerable state. During this time the most powerful vampires from around the world gather in Transylvania to protect him. Now they are about to be joined by an eclectic team of vampire slayers that have gathered to take down the legendary Vampire King ? including the best and most dangerous slayer of them all ? Blade! 32 PGS./MARVEL PSR+ Cover price $2.99.

"GATHERING STORM," PT. 2 OF 3 ARROW: Full frontal ACTION with the Magdalena! (W) James Bonny(P) Eric Basaldua(I) Jay Leisten(Col) Tyson Wengler(Cov) Adam Hughes and Eric Basaldua As Lara Croft searches for the ancient artifact known as the Rapture, she is confronted by a powerful adversary sent by the Vatican. Her name is Patience, but she's also this generation's Magdalena, warrior/protector of the Church. Her mission: To make sure Lara Croft doesn't complete her quest...no matter what it takes. Ships with two covers, ask your retailer to order your favorite! Full color32 pages$2.99ongoing series Cover price $2.99.

"GATHERING STORM," PT. 2 OF 3 ARROW: Full frontal ACTION with the Magdalena! (W) James Bonny(P) Eric Basaldua(I) Jay Leisten(Col) Tyson Wengler(Cov) Adam Hughes and Eric Basaldua As Lara Croft searches for the ancient artifact known as the Rapture, she is confronted by a powerful adversary sent by the Vatican. Her name is Patience, but she's also this generation's Magdalena, warrior/protector of the Church. Her mission: To make sure Lara Croft doesn't complete her quest...no matter what it takes. Ships with two covers, ask your retailer to order your favorite! Full color32 pages$2.99ongoing series Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Tetsuya Saruwatari. High-school junior Kiichi Miyazawa ("Kiibo" to his friends) dreams of becoming an action star like his idols Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. He just may have the awesome fighting skills to succeed, but for now he's stuck going to school and doing his chores. One fateful day Kiibo witnesses a hulking biker, Kuroda, rip a truck apart with his bare hands! Awed by Kuroda's super-human strength, Kiibo itches to take him on, and he soon gets his chance. But Kuroda hides a dark secret that could put Kiibo's life in mortal danger! Will fearless novice Kiibo be able to match-let alone defeat-mighty Kuroda in a no-holds-barred contest?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

In this issue of the toy magazine for the hardcore collector: Medicom; Hot Wheels; NBA 8; Mezco; KBD - tag the system; Funko - cereal wackiness; and Action Force - a palitoy primer. Bonus Features: Mechabot; Micro Man; Iron Maiden; Dusty Trail Toys; Sports Picks - NHL; McFarlane Dragons; and House of 1,000 Corpses. Also: Cast your vote in the 2004 GTA Ballot - Best Accessory, Best Packaging, Best Vehicle, Best Figure, Best Line. Plus: Classic He-Man Loose Figure Guide inside! Cover price $5.95.

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Cover 1 of 3: Top 10 Toon Toys (Family Guy, Wolverine & Robin) MARVEL LEGENDS VS. DC DIRECT?YOU DECIDE! We compare the two biggest names in superhero toys! They slugged it out for your love, and you showed your love by casting a vote! On our Website (wizarduniverse.com), we asked for your opinions on which toy line was better in various categories, and now we're showing you what you said! Will the super-poseable Marvel Legends come out on top, or the all-inclusive DC Direct? BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER VISUAL PRICE GUIDE! Angel may be gone, but the spirit of the Buffyverse lives on in Diamond Select Toys' Buffy the Vampire Slayer toy line! With a five-year history, and a slew of variants on the market, this is one toy line that needs a full photo rundown! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE FOR HALLOWEEN! It's a very creepy "TTT," as Blade the other vampire slayer ? takes on the most horrible vampires in the world! (Well, they aren't that bad, really, but it's the principle of the thing.) Can he capture or kill every bloodsucking fiend within a five-mile radius? We're taking all bets! THE BEST CARTOON TOYS EVER MADE! It seems like every cartoon ever made has had a toy line at one point or another. But which toy lines have best captured their shows' animated style? Which are the most fun to play with? Which are, in a word, the best? We look at such popular toy lines as Justice League, Teen Titans and Clone Wars to decide which are the kings of the hill! (No pun intended.) THE GREATEST TOY PRICE GUIDE EVERY MONTH! Find your favorites among the thousands of figures in our price guide that includes the "Top 10 Hottest Figures" and our hilarious "Hot Zone". Magazine (New Marvel Legends vs. Dc Direct Cover) $4.99 Magazine (Best Cartoon Toys Cover) $4.99 Cover price $4.99.

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Cover 2 of 3: Marvel vs. DC! MARVEL LEGENDS VS. DC DIRECT?YOU DECIDE! We compare the two biggest names in superhero toys! They slugged it out for your love, and you showed your love by casting a vote! On our Website (wizarduniverse.com), we asked for your opinions on which toy line was better in various categories, and now we're showing you what you said! Will the super-poseable Marvel Legends come out on top, or the all-inclusive DC Direct? BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER VISUAL PRICE GUIDE! Angel may be gone, but the spirit of the Buffyverse lives on in Diamond Select Toys' Buffy the Vampire Slayer toy line! With a five-year history, and a slew of variants on the market, this is one toy line that needs a full photo rundown! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE FOR HALLOWEEN! It's a very creepy "TTT," as Blade the other vampire slayer ? takes on the most horrible vampires in the world! (Well, they aren't that bad, really, but it's the principle of the thing.) Can he capture or kill every bloodsucking fiend within a five-mile radius? We're taking all bets! THE BEST CARTOON TOYS EVER MADE! It seems like every cartoon ever made has had a toy line at one point or another. But which toy lines have best captured their shows' animated style? Which are the most fun to play with? Which are, in a word, the best? We look at such popular toy lines as Justice League, Teen Titans and Clone Wars to decide which are the kings of the hill! (No pun intended.) THE GREATEST TOY PRICE GUIDE EVERY MONTH! Find your favorites among the thousands of figures in our price guide that includes the "Top 10 Hottest Figures" and our hilarious "Hot Zone". Magazine (New Marvel Legends vs. Dc Direct Cover) $4.99 Magazine (Best Cartoon Toys Cover) $4.99 Cover price $4.99.

Cover 3 of 3: Nightmare Before Christmas MARVEL LEGENDS VS. DC DIRECT?YOU DECIDE! We compare the two biggest names in superhero toys! They slugged it out for your love, and you showed your love by casting a vote! On our Website (wizarduniverse.com), we asked for your opinions on which toy line was better in various categories, and now we're showing you what you said! Will the super-poseable Marvel Legends come out on top, or the all-inclusive DC Direct? BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER VISUAL PRICE GUIDE! Angel may be gone, but the spirit of the Buffyverse lives on in Diamond Select Toys' Buffy the Vampire Slayer toy line! With a five-year history, and a slew of variants on the market, this is one toy line that needs a full photo rundown! TWISTED TOYFARE THEATRE FOR HALLOWEEN! It's a very creepy "TTT," as Blade the other vampire slayer ? takes on the most horrible vampires in the world! (Well, they aren't that bad, really, but it's the principle of the thing.) Can he capture or kill every bloodsucking fiend within a five-mile radius? We're taking all bets! THE BEST CARTOON TOYS EVER MADE! It seems like every cartoon ever made has had a toy line at one point or another. But which toy lines have best captured their shows' animated style? Which are the most fun to play with? Which are, in a word, the best? We look at such popular toy lines as Justice League, Teen Titans and Clone Wars to decide which are the kings of the hill! (No pun intended.) THE GREATEST TOY PRICE GUIDE EVERY MONTH! Find your favorites among the thousands of figures in our price guide that includes the "Top 10 Hottest Figures" and our hilarious "Hot Zone". Magazine (New Marvel Legends vs. Dc Direct Cover) $4.99 Magazine (Best Cartoon Toys Cover) $4.99 Cover price $4.99.