Comic books October 2005

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Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. Get Lost!, script by Scott Cunningham, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; It's a competition to stay alive when Archie and the gang crash land on a deserted island. 8-page Bionicle ad. I Don't Quite Follow You, script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; Invited to sing on a cruise line, Josie and The Pussycats all have their eyes on a strong, young fitness director named Jeff. Hex Vex, script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by John Lowe; Jinx Malloy accidently helps Riverdale's football team by sitting behind the opposing team's bench. 44 pgs. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

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by Various Archie plans a date with the new girl in town. When she decides to bring along another couple, Archie's double date turns to "Double Trouble." Later, when Archie finds a quarter he thinks it's his lucky day. However, the only luck that quarter brings is bad... or is it? Find out if Archie can make cents of the situation in, "Money Problems." Digest, 96pgs, FCSRP: $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

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by Various Double your pages, double your Archie and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, 192pgs, FCSRP: $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. Digest, 192pgs, FCSRP: $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

1st printing. By John Layman and Dave Dumeer. Welcome to the world of intenational intrigue, Doon Feeney, courtesy of your long lost dad - an evil spy with plans to destroy the world. Yesterday, your biggest problem was how to pay for a pizza. Today, you're defending against assassins, and trying to prevent a nuclear apocalypse! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

Nick Bradshaw Cover - by James Kuhoric & Sanford Greene. The Army of Darkness ongoing series is here and the first story arc features the crossover no one ever expected to see: Army of Darkness vs. Re-Animator! Ash Vs. West! Winner takes all! Following the exciting conclusion of Shop 'Til You Drop (Dead), this first issue finds Ash committed to Arkham Asylum. It's here that he runs afoul of a rather ghoulish and creepy Herbert West...and the battle of the century begins! 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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Sanford Greene Cover - by James Kuhoric & Sanford Greene The Army of Darkness ongoing series is here and the first story arc features the crossover no one ever expected to see: Army of Darkness vs. Re-Animator! Ash Vs. West! Winner takes all! Following the exciting conclusion of Shop 'Til You Drop (Dead), this first issue finds Ash committed to Arkham Asylum. It's here that he runs afoul of a rather ghoulish and creepy Herbert West... and the battle of the century begins! 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Gabriel Dell'Otto Cover - by James Kuhoric & Sanford Greene The Army of Darkness ongoing series is here and the first story arc features the crossover no one ever expected to see: Army of Darkness vs. Re-Animator! Ash Vs. West! Winner takes all! Following the exciting conclusion of Shop 'Til You Drop (Dead), this first issue finds Ash committed to Arkham Asylum. It's here that he runs afoul of a rather ghoulish and creepy Herbert West... and the battle of the century begins! 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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J.G.Jones Cover - by James Kuhoric & Sanford Greene The Army of Darkness ongoing series is here and the first story arc features the crossover no one ever expected to see: Army of Darkness vs. Re-Animator! Ash Vs. West! Winner takes all! Following the exciting conclusion of Shop 'Til You Drop (Dead), this first issue finds Ash committed to Arkham Asylum. It's here that he runs afoul of a rather ghoulish and creepy Herbert West... and the battle of the century begins! 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Nick Bradshaw Retailer Incentive Cover - by James Kuhoric & Sanford Greene The Army of Darkness ongoing series is here and the first story arc features the crossover no one ever expected to see: Army of Darkness vs. Re-Animator! Ash Vs. West! Winner takes all! Following the exciting conclusion of Shop 'Til You Drop (Dead), this first issue finds Ash committed to Arkham Asylum. It's here that he runs afoul of a rather ghoulish and creepy Herbert West... and the battle of the century begins! 32 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Hiromu Arakawa. Translated faithfully from the Japanese edition, this coffee table book contains all the Fullmetal Alchemist color artwork by manga artist Hiromu Arakawa from 2001 to 2003. The Art of Fullmetal Alchemist contains over 90 pages of gorgeous painted illustrations. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 12-in., 112 pages, full color. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

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Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross. History revealed, secrets disclosed, and more! Learn what happened in the late '50s that set the Williams brothers down their current path and watch the Silver Agent's final fate unfold as the story of dark times for Astro City continues! On sale August 31 ? 3 of 16 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Ed Brubaker Art by Dustin Nguyen & Richard Friend Cover by Nguyen The tables are turned on the Authority as Bendix releases his secret weapon! The new Doctor joins the fray as our heroes do battle with the one person who might just be able to take them all down! On sale August 17 ? 11 of 12 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? Mature Readers Cover price $2.99.

This "Extreme Makeovers" issue examines comics revamps of the '70s and '80s. Pulitzer Prize-winner Michael Chabon, Dave Gibbons, Roy Thomas, Kurt Busiek, and other insiders explore the history of the postmodern super-hero ? from Squadron Supreme, to Watchmen, to today ? with rare Gibbons Watchmen art. With an all-new Spider-Man cover by Ron Frenz and Joe Rubinstein. (Twomorrows Publishing) Magazine, 100pgs, B&WSRP: $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Written by Root Nibot. Art and Cover by Colleen Coover. The sensational simian adventure of high school kid Kirby and her awesome apes concludes! In this startling issue, mysteries will be revealed, romances will bloom, friendships will be mended, and you will believe an ape can articulate. B&W. Cover price $2.99.

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by Bates, Griffith, Peyer, Ho and Lloyd. Bart's treehouse gets condemned when the Simpson backyard tree develops stump rot, and it's up to Bart and Milhouse to stand in the way of the bulldozers until someone can find a way to save the tree. Then, Bart and Marge have a standoff over Bart's television privileges, and Bart will go to extremely smelly lengths to win. And imagine what it would be like if Maggie were the mayor of Springfield. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kazushi Hagiwara.

On an earth overrun with monsters, only one group-the valiant samurai of the fallen kingdom of Aian-Meide-fights against the oppression of Kall-Su, High King of Ice. But the samurai have a secret weapon...the childlike Lucien, who is actually the earthly vessel of the dread wizard Dark Schneider! In the eternal battle inside Lucien's soul, will evil and lechery triumph over good and innocence? Will lizard men appear in this volume? A new beginning for the BASTARD!!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 192 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $9.95.

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Written by Andersen Gabrych Art and cover by Alé Garza & Jesse Delperdang. Guest-starring the Birds of Prey! On a quest to learn the identity of her mother, Cassandra Cain must travel to the Aegean Sea to find the elusive Lady Shiva. But to track down the world's deadliest assassin, Batgirl requires assistance from the Birds of Prey! It's high-flying adventure as the Bat and the Birds team up! On sale August 17 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Bill Willingham Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Sandra Hope Cover by Jock. Part 2 of the 4-issue crossover "War Crimes!" A long-lost nemesis of the Bat returns to exact revenge for a painful personal loss while someone poses as Batman in a public place! Plus, the return of the Joker! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Bill Willingham Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Sandra Hope Cover by Jock. The jaw-dropping conclusion of the 4-part "War Crimes!" Batman faces two of his deadliest enemies: criminal mastermind Black Mask and the maniacal Joker! Don't miss the shock ending that will remove a long-standing character from Batman's life forever! 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.50.

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15th Anniversary Edition - 2nd and later printings.

Written by Grant Morrison. Art and cover by Dave McKean.

In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the critically acclaimed Batman story that helped launch the U.S. careers of Grant Morrison and Dave McKean, DC Comics is proud to present a softcover edition of the ARKHAM ASYLUM ANNIVERSARY EDITION, reprinting the now-classic confrontation between the Dark Knight and his archnemeses the Joker, Two-Face, Scarecrow, Poison Ivy, and more in the black heart of Gotham City's house for the criminally insane.

This graphic novel is well known for its psychological intensity and probing portraits of Batman and the Joker, as well as groundbreaking art that influenced scores of artists by introducing a new school of storytelling and technique to comics.

This special edition also includes Morrison's complete original script annotated by both himself and editor Karen Berger, many of his original thumbnail breakdowns, step-by-step samples of how the story and art came together and much more!

Softcover, 216 pages, full color.

Cover price $17.99.

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Written by Steve Niles Art and cover by Scott Hampton. Acclaimed writer Steve Niles (30 Days of Night) joins distinctive painter Scott Hampton (BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES) for a 3-issue Prestige Format miniseries that uncovers the investigation of grisly murders outside Batman's usual territory...in the Gotham suburbs! Commissioner Gordon calls on the Dark Knight for help in solving the mystery, although Batman has never delved into the suburbs of Gotham before. But the series of murders is so shocking that Batman must respond, despite being in unfamiliar territory! Edited by Joey Cavalieri On sale Oct 5 ? 1 of 3 ? Prestige Format ? 48 pg, FC, $5.99 US Cover price $5.99.

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Written by A.J. Lieberman Art by Al Barrionuevo & Bit. Cover Cover by Cliff Chiang. While a prisoner of Hush, Alfred discovered that the villain wasn't Tommy Elliot after all ? but Alfred suffered partial amnesia, silencing the truth. Now Alfred recalls the shocking events of that night, but Hush comes to an even greater revelation! 32 pg, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Paul Jenkins Art and cover by Sean Phillips Poisoned by Two-Face, a struggling Batman enlists the help of Commissioner Gordon to stop Two-Face from contaminating Gotham City's water supply. But that's exactly what Two-Face wants, as Harvey Dent takes his "Jekyll & Hyde" serum to the citizens of Gotham, leaving Batman and Gordon helpless to stop him! On sale August 24 ? 5 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Andrew Helfer Art by Tan Eng Huat Cover by Pat Lee Get ready for an explosive 12-issue maxiseries written by Andy Helfer (THE SHADOW) with art by Tan Eng Huat (JLA) and covers by Pat Lee (SUPERMAN/BATMAN) that explores the formative years of the Dark Knight! This thrilling maxiseries begins as Batman attempts to save a young girl from being robbed, only to learn that the young girl isn't so innocent after all. This incident leads an undercover Bruce Wayne from Gotham City's club scene to an airliner filled with the bodies of the freshly dead! To make matters worse, the bodies have been infected with a deadly plague...and so has Bruce Wayne! The danger and mystery are just beginning as Wayne sets off on a powerful Journey into Knight! On sale August 17 ? 1 of 12 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 USEdited by Mike Carlin Cover price $2.50.

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Written by J.H. Williams III & Dan Curtis Johnson Art and cover by Seth Fisher Part 3 of the 5-part "Snow." Batman's surveillance team discovers the secret a corporation has kept that has transformed an ordinary research scientist into a mad menace to himself and all of Gotham! On sale August 10 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Bill Matheny. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Cover by Jeff Matsud. Based on the hit cartoon on the Kids' WB! The scientist who created Bane has been arrested by the Gotham City Police. But when Bane wants payback on the man who made him a monster, it'll take Batman and the police to stop him! 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. "In Darkest Knight!" Collects The Batman Strikes! (2004-2008) #6-10. Written by Bill Matheny. Art by Christopher Jones and Terry Beatty. Cover by Jeff Matsuda. Gotham City's protector returns to battle a new crop of villains in this second manga-sized collection! Based on the hit Kids' WB show, IN DARKEST KNIGHT is sure to brighten your day - with action! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 104 pages, full color. Cover price $6.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects BATMAN (1940-2011) #635-641.

Written by Judd Winick. Art by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen. Cover by Matt Wagner.

Shocking revelations and age-old foes make this new collection a must-have! Batman is confronted with a hidden face from the past - it's the return of the Red Hood! With Black Mask controlling the Gotham underworld, what role will Red Hood have when all is said and done?

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

NOTE: Other recommendations - Batman: A Death in the Family TPB (1988) and Batman: A Lonely Place of Dying TPB (1990). - Odinson, mycomicshop.com Archivist

Cover price $9.99.

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April 6 ? 32 pg ? FC ? $2.95 written by B. CLAY MOORE art by JEREMY HAUN & DAVE BRYANT cover by BRIAN FREY. With the team in disarray, the Artificial Man has gone off to kill Hitler and end the war. At the prodding of the government, it's up to the Proud American to stop him by any means necessary. The remaining heroes converge in the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and the resulting chaos marks the end of the Golden Age. When all is said and done, we might not make it to the Silver Age. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art & cover by TONY MOORE & VAL STAPLES. Battle Pope finds himself face to face with Lucifer ? and Jesus Christ gets crucified ? AGAIN! This issue's ending is guaranteed to shock you! Reprinting ROBERT KIRKMAN ?sfirst published work, now in STUNNING full color, with a brand new cover by original artist TONY MOORE and original cover colorist VAL STAPLES. 32 pg ? FC ? Cover price $2.99.

Issue 3299 - October 8th, 2005. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, Color.

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Issue 3300 - October 15th, 2005. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, Color.

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Issue 3301 - October 22nd, 2005. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, Color.

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by Brian Augustyn & Dub. The lines are drawn and war breaks out hard between Beowulf and the forces of the Knights of the Blood. With Beowulf left for dead, the Knights move forward fast with their agenda of containment, control and, if needs be, extermination of the new super- beings. When the battle finally comes it will be all out and someone will pay! 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Volume 9 - 2nd and later printings.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

Griffith, charismatic leader of the elite mercenary Band of the Hawk, has seen better days. His fearless champion, Guts, has left the Band, defeating Griffith in personal combat as his ticket out. With his judgment clouded by this unthinkable humiliation, Griffith eases his pain in the arms of the daughter of Midland's king. But the King doesn't take kindly to an employee picking the royal flowers, and the next stop for Griffith is the dungeon and the torture rack! Without Griffith and Guts, the Hawks become easy prey for Midland's army, and the AWOL Guts may be the only answer to the Hawks' - and Griffith's - lethal problems. Created by Kentaro Miura, Berserk is a manic manga massacre, a brute-force free-for-all of action, horror, and grim humor that inspired the wildly popular anime series.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 232 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $13.95.

1st printing.

Compiled and Annotated by Bill Schelly.

This compilation features the best 20 complete comic strips from the pages of Star-Studded Comics, the classic fanzine of the 1960s and 1970s, showcasing work by Jim Starlin, Grass Green, Landon Chesney, Biljo White, Alan Weiss, Mike Vosburg, Alan Hanley, Dave Herring, Larry Herndon, George Metzger, Ronn Foss, Buddy Saunders, and many more.

Also included is new or never-before-published material including interviews with the creators and a complete issue-by-issue checklist.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, B&W.

NOTE: This amazing volume features a tale starring the Liberty Legion that was co-written by Lone Star Comics very own founder Buddy Saunders. He also contributed some artwork. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

Cover price $25.00.

Signed by Bill Schelly

1st printing.

Compiled and Annotated by Bill Schelly.

This compilation features the best 20 complete comic strips from the pages of Star-Studded Comics, the classic fanzine of the 1960s and 1970s, showcasing work by Jim Starlin, Grass Green, Landon Chesney, Biljo White, Alan Weiss, Mike Vosburg, Alan Hanley, Dave Herring, Larry Herndon, George Metzger, Ronn Foss, Buddy Saunders, and many more.

Also included is new or never-before-published material including interviews with the creators and a complete issue-by-issue checklist.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, B&W.

NOTE: This amazing volume features a tale starring the Liberty Legion that was co-written by Lone Star Comics very own founder Buddy Saunders. He also contributed some artwork. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist

Cover price $25.00.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. More top-quality Golden Age Western stories in one massive compilation that features Durango Kid, Redmask, Haunted Horseman, Rocky Lane, Tex Ritter, Roy Rogers, Pistol-Packin' Patti, and more. Incredible frontier Western comics adventures produced by the genre's finest creators! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 6-in. x 9 1/2-in., 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

by Various "Flattery Will Get You": Rule #1: Never flatter a girl so you can borrow her tandem bike- to take her rival, Veronica on a date! "Fan Flair": Betty gets caught between a "rock" and a hard place when she interviews two girls who each claim to be the biggest fan of "The Jammers"! "Picture Perfect": When a favorite portrait of Archie is accidentally tossed, it gives Betty the perfect opportunity to spend a day with Archie, snapping away! 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

by Various "La La Land": Rather than listen to another round of Veronica criticizing her wardrobe, Betty allows herself to drift into daydream-land! Then in "The Job," Veronica trades summer jobs with Betty, giving up a high-paying job promoting fashionable surf-wear for a low-paying job as a surf instructor. 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

by Various "Soooo Superficial": Betty chastises Veronica for deciding to take snappy dresser Reggie to the country club dance instead of Archie...and it's one chastisement she may soon regret! "A Tale of Two Diaries": Is the world ready for "Betty's Diary: the Movie"?! Maybe...but is Betty ready for Archie to be played by Hollywood heartthrob Bo Hunk? 32pgs, FCSRP: $2.25 Cover price $2.25.