Comic books January 2006

Jan 2006. King Kong - Peter Jackson unveils the Eighth Wonder of the World; Star Wars makeup FX secrets revealed; making the fantasy epic The Chronicles of Narnia; Aeon Flux - Charlize Theron is ready to kill again; plus: Harry Potter, Chicken Little, The Triangle. King Kong cover. Cover price $7.99.

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By Terry Moore. In this emotionally hard-hitting issue, David's dark secret comes out when Tambi learns about his condition, and life for the SiP friends will never be the same. 7x10, 24pgs, B&W Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. "The Complete First Series!" Collects Street Fighter (2003-2005 Image) #1-14. Written by KEN SIU-CHONG. Art by AALVIN LEE, OMAR DOGAN, LONG VO, JOE MADUREIRA, ADAM WARREN, and JO CHEN. It's the ultimate, oversized, complete collection of UDON's first Street Fighter comic series! All your favorite warriors are here - Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li, Guile, Akuma, Bison, Cammy, and so many more! This hefty collection packs 14 issues into 450 pages including every bonus story, every variant cover, and every action-packed, fist-fighting, drop-kicking, fireball-throwing moment of the original Street Fighter comic series! It truly is the ultimate Street Fighter comic experience! Softcover, 450 pages, full color. Cover price $59.99.

1st printing.

Art and cover by Kelly Howlett. Introduction by Joshua Dysart.

A collection of portraits and figure drawings.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 96 pages, B&W.

NOTE: Limited to 500 copies.

Cover price $15.00.

Regular Edition - 1st printing. This new book by Luis Royo promises to be his best yet, focusing on exotic fantasy body art and piercings as only Royo can create. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 80 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $290.00 View scans Slipcase and dustjacket are in FN condition, book and original art are in excellent condition. Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

Deluxe Edition - 1st printing. This new book by Luis Royo promises to be his best yet, focusing on exotic fantasy body art and piercings as only Royo can create. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 80 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers NOTE: Includes an original art print. Cover price $29.95.

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Add to cart Very Good $2.50

By Marlon, Shawn, and Keenan Ivory Wayans, Robert Reed, and Darren Huang. IDW Publishing and 5-D Comics present a hilarious, fresh new take on humor comics with Super Bad James Dynomite. Born from the imagination of Marlon Wayans, the comedic giant behind White Chicks, the Scary Movie franchise, and more, the comic tells the story of the hapless title character, who's "Shaft," "Black Belt Jones," and "Superfly" all rolled into one... minus the cool and the black belt! Robert Reed and Darren Huang provide the art, modeling the look of James Dynomite on Marlon himself! $3.99 ? FC ? 32 pages Cover price $3.99.

The insanity of Makoto Kobayashi's first extended What's Michael? story arc continues, as stranded astronauts face spitting, scratching horrors on the 'Planet of the Cats!' Whether you're performing as a circus freak or imprisoned in a gross 'breeding cell,' life's surely not easy for a human surrounded by thousands of angry, bipedal felines. The Cannon God Exaxxion team finally sits down for dinner! (Then something really disturbing happens.) Shadow Star and Seraphic Feather, now featured in the original right-to-left, Japanese format, both enter new eras. The Seraphic Feather crew is almost ready to return to Earth, and Shiina's father becomes a Shadow Star detective, edging closer to the secrets of the mysterious Shadow Dragons! Also, SMB!'s entertaining and educational columns, 'Sugoi Japan!' and 'A Fan's View,' continue to inspire fans of Japanese culture! FOR MATURE READERS. Cover price $5.99.

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This issue of the Super Scary Monster Show presents an all-new twisted trilogy of Terror! Fear for your sanity as Carl Cthulhu returns to Happy Bunny Hollow! Scream in horror as Frank stumbles into the Wax Museum of Evil! Shiver with dread as Little Gloomy discovers an ancient and menacing mummy's curse!!! This bi-monthly series of all-ages horror features the same sinister cast of creepy characters often found in the pages of the diabolical and delightful Disney Adventures Magazine! You love them, you fear them, and you cannot stand to be without them! Order the third installment of The Super Scary Monster Show before it's too late!! Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Mark Verheiden Art and cover by Ed Benes & Mariah Benes An INFINITE CRISIS tie-in! Supergirl breaks the news to Kal that she's heading off into space with Donna Troy. Will their final farewell be cut short by a new and more deadly Blackrock? On sale November 2 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines. As superstars Jeph Loeb, Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines rocket 'With a Vengeance' toward its conclusion, the fate of the universe hangs in the balance unless the World's Finest Team - The Dark Damsel Detective and The Woman of Steel, that is - can stop it! There's nothing more incredible than the debut of Batwoman and Superwoman! Guest-starring Superlad! Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #1-13, NEW YORK WORLD'S FAIR (1939), and Superman (1939-1986 1st Series) #1. Written by Jerry Siegel. Art and cover by Joe Shuster. Presenting an exciting new way to experience the rich history of the Man of Steel in an affordable trade paperback collection of every Superman adventure, in color, in chronological order! These historic tales feature the first adventures of the Man of Steel by Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Future volumes in this series will reprint stories from ACTION, SUPERMAN, WORLD'S FINEST and other titles throughout the character's history, all presented chronologically based on publication date! Softcover, 208 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.

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Add to cart Fine $11.00

Add to cart Fine $11.00

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #218-220, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #642-643, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #829, and Wonder Woman (1987-2006 2nd Series) #219-220.

Written by Greg Rucka, Mark Verheiden and Gail Simone. Art by Ed Benes, John Byrne, Karl Kerschl, Rags Morales, Tony Daniel, David Lopez, and Ron Randall. Cover by J.G. Jones.

The pivotal, sold-out story that forever altered the relationship between Superman and Wonder Woman is collected here for the first time!

Max Lord has taken over Superman's mind and has him in total thrall. With his peers and loved ones threatened, Superman is helpless. But not Wonder Woman - who must battle past the Man of Steel and decisively end the threat.

Her actions, and their repercussions, are explored in this controversial saga that sets up INFINITE CRISIS.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #218-220, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #642-643, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #829, and Wonder Woman (1987-2006 2nd Series) #219-220.

Written by Greg Rucka, Mark Verheiden and Gail Simone. Art by Ed Benes, John Byrne, Karl Kerschl, Rags Morales, Tony Daniel, David Lopez, and Ron Randall. Cover by J.G. Jones.

The pivotal, sold-out story that forever altered the relationship between Superman and Wonder Woman is collected here for the first time!

Max Lord has taken over Superman's mind and has him in total thrall. With his peers and loved ones threatened, Superman is helpless. But not Wonder Woman - who must battle past the Man of Steel and decisively end the threat.

Her actions, and their repercussions, are explored in this controversial saga that sets up INFINITE CRISIS.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by Devin K. Grayson, Jami Bernard & Christine Boylan. Art by Ariel Olivetti, Renato Guedes, Carlos Ferreira, Drew Geraci, Ivan Reis, Marc Campos, Ed Benes, Mariah Benes, Karl Kerschl, Rags Morales, Joe Prado & Frank Quitely. Cover by Prado An incredible Special showcasing the Man of Steel! Discover the difference between Superman and Batman (written by Devin Grayson with art by SPACE GHOST's Ariel Olivetti). Plus: a retelling of Superman's origin, profiles of Superman's friends and foes, and more! On sale Nov 9 ? 48 pg, FC, $4.99 US Cover price $4.99.

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Written by Judd Winick Art and cover by Joshua Middleton Eclipso, the spirit of vengeance, works his magic on Fawcett City. Can Superman and Captain Marvel defeat Eclipso before the city is engulfed in chaos? Meanwhile, Dr. Sivana hatches a plan to strike at Marvel where he's most vulnerable: his human alter ego Billy Batson! Cover price $3.50.

Written by ROBERT KIRKMAN. Art by E.J. SU. Cover by CORY WALKER & BILL CRABTREE. Super soldier Johnny Armstrong has been battling the forces of evil since World War II. In the early '90s it seemed his career had come to an end. His arms and legs missing, the result of a deadly battle with Chicago's notorious Vicious Circle, Johnny was rebuilt into the ultimate killing machine. More machine than man, Johnny has settled into life with his new wife, Claire Bono. They're thinking of buying a cat. THIS ISSUE: Baron Blitzkrieg has begun his whirlwind tour of the USA, conquering town after town on his way. An unstoppable force is sweeping across this great nation with little to no resistance. Where is SuperPatriot? Where is America's Fighting Force? This is NOT the time for cuddling with the wife. There's a country to save! Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing. Cover by Mike Allred. "The Evil Side of Comics and Hollywood!" Edited by Gina Misiroglu and Michael Eury. Foreword by Stan Lee. Includes entries written by Mike W. Barr, Andy Mangels, Heidi MacDonald, Peter Sanderson, Peter Coogan. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Doom. From Thanos to Darkseid. From Emperor Palpatine to Khan. This is a comprehensive look at almost every single super villain to have ever appeared in comics, movies, and television. Hardcover, 440 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: "I wish The Supervillain Book could be required reading so that all the bizarre knowledge that fans like me have on the subject would be shared by everyone. - Alex Ross

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1st printing. Cover by Mike Allred. "The Evil Side of Comics and Hollywood!" Edited by Gina Misiroglu and Michael Eury. Foreword by Stan Lee. Includes entries written by Mike W. Barr, Andy Mangels, Heidi MacDonald, Peter Sanderson, Peter Coogan. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Doom. From Thanos to Darkseid. From Emperor Palpatine to Khan. This is a comprehensive look at almost every single super villain to have ever appeared in comics, movies, and television. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 440 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: "I wish The Supervillain Book could be required reading so that all the bizarre knowledge that fans like me have on the subject would be shared by everyone. - Alex Ross Cover price $29.95.

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Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by DAN JURGENS Cover by BILLY TAN. Outed as an alien and betrayed by the government that raised him, Hyperion finds himself on the run, the target of elite, super-powered individuals charged with arresting or destroying him. And with the full resources of the federal government behind them, these four super-powered hunters - based on the characters from the original Squadron Supreme - just might take Hyperion down! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by DANIEL WAY Pencils and Cover by STEVE DILLON. The streets of Chicago are running red. A madman's brought his unique brand of insanity to the inner city, and they're lining up for blocks to get a piece of what he's serving. Only one man can hope to defeat this grinning freak, and to do that, Nighthawk may be forced to cross a line that even he fears to cross. Cover price $2.99.

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Written by DANIEL WAY Pencils & Cover by STEVE DILLON 'The Joke's Over': The homicidal clown known as the Whiteface has been painting the town red - with blood. When a trail of corpses leads him to the lair of his mysterious adversary, Nighthawk finally gets what he wants: ringside seats to Whiteface's unquenchable madness. It's the strangest show on earth. Cover price $2.99.

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by Robert Venditti & Brett Weldele. Harvey and Pete are beginning to understand what makes SteepleJack tick, but the techno-terrorist already has everything he needs to finish his plan. Well, everything except an army, but he's even figured out a way to get one of those! Just when the detectives think the man responsible for the recent rash of anti-surrogate crimes is in their grasp, a shocking turn of events convinces them that they 've been chasing the wrong suspect. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Joshua Dysart Art by Enrique Breccia Cover by Eric Powell. Kicking off a new storyline, "The Bleeding Raconteur," plus the debut of a new cover artist, Eisner-Award winner Eric Powell (The Goon, ARKHAM ASYLUM: LIVING HELL). In the fallout of the "Healing the Breach" story arc, we return to the Louisiana Bayou to meet William, an irrepressible Cajun storyteller who unwittingly unleashes the nightmarish characters featured in his tales. Once again, it's up to the Swamp Thing to chase them back into folklore, but when he recognizes a familiar face among the myths, he may be reluctant to do so. On sale November 2 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US ? MATURE READERS Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart Near Mint $2.50

Convention Exclusive - ashcan sized (5.5-in x 8.5-in.) Written by Marc Hammond with art by Derrick Fish. B&W, 8 pages, standard paper stock.

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"Therapy" written by Marc Hammond with art by Derrick Fish. Cover painted by Denise McCabe. Full color, 24 pages, slick paper stock. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.10

Add to cart VF/NM 9.0 $4.90 View scan

Add to cart VF 8.0 $4.80

1st printing. Stories, Art and Cover by Michael Kupperman. This volume features: scary snakes; delicious bacon; Johnny Silhouette, private eye; and The Silver Knight! And create your own adventure with the Space Patrol and Murder She Didn't Write! 7-in. x 9.5-in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.50.

2nd or later printing. Written and illustrated by Michael Kupperman. B&W, 32 pages, standard paper stock, cardstock cover, 6.75-in. x 9.-in. Mature readers. Cover price $4.50.

By Ben Dunn, Gianluca Piredda, Amber Greenlee, Mike Santiago, Sergio Ibanez, & Peter Pachoumis. After Horrorama, presented by the horror movie legend Brian Yuzna, Narwain is bringing out another new anthology dedicated to sci-fi. Each issue of Tales from a Forgotten Planet will present short stories by the world's greatest writers. The first issue will include 'Mind Games' by Gianluca Piredda (Free Fall, Areala, Winds of Winter) and Mike Santiago, 'The Stellar Losers Clean House' by ameri-manga creator Ben Dunn, (Areala, Ninja High School), 'Polarity' by Amber Greenlee; and Sergio Ibanez, a special piece from the pen of Argentine comics. Cover price $6.49.

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by Various "Dilton's Double (or A Tale of Two Diltons)": Annoying disruptions like chores around the house are really getting in the way of Dilton's scientific experiments. That is, until Dilton's android double takes over those chores. The only problem is, Dilton's double wants to take over everything... including a date with lovely Alison Adams! Will Dilton ditch his double and finally learn to multi-task? Digest, 192pgs, FCSRP: $2.39 Cover price $2.39.

By Ross May, Murphy, and Chris Allan. Splinter and the four turtles travel to Japan to visit the town where Splinter and his master Hamato Yoshi had once lived... and find themselves involved in the disappearance of two young girls and a house haunted by a demon all too familiar to Splinter! As a bonus, this issue features a stunning pin-up by Steve Rolston! Cover price $3.25.

Add to cart NM- 9.2 $9.00

'Remains' to be Seen - Story and Art by Jim Balent. The Skeleton Man, surrounded by the slowly decaying souls of the lost, descends into the puke-filled depths of the underworld to rescue his ex-girlfriend, Crypt Chick. Tarot, tortured by her actions, seeks guidance from an old friend. But his comforting words are few. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Features a limited signed and numbered b&w art print by Jim Balent. Limited to 500 copies. 'Remains' to be Seen - Story and Art by Jim Balent. The Skeleton Man, surrounded by the slowly decaying souls of the lost, descends into the puke-filled depths of the underworld to rescue his ex-girlfriend, Crypt Chick. Tarot, tortured by her actions, seeks guidance from an old friend. But his comforting words are few. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart NM 9.4 $6.00 View scan

Add to cart VF 8.0 $8.00

Add to cart FN+ 6.5 $6.49

'Remains' to be Seen - Story and Art by Jim Balent. The Skeleton Man, surrounded by the slowly decaying souls of the lost, descends into the puke-filled depths of the underworld to rescue his ex-girlfriend, Crypt Chick. Tarot, tortured by her actions, seeks guidance from an old friend. But his comforting words are few. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Written by Geoff Johns Pencils by Tony S. Daniel & Scott Shaw!, inks by Marlo Alquiza, Richard Bonk & Shaw!. Cover by Daniel & Alquiza. Part 1 of a 2-part story featuring the return of Brother Blood! As a result of the magic wars in Day of Vengeance, the barrier keeping Brother Blood trapped in hell is broken and he's back ... with some former Teen Titans! And just whose side is former Titan Lilith on? And isn't she dead? On sale November 16 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Written by J. Torres Art by Todd Nauck & Lary Stucker Cover by Sean Galloway. Merry Christmas, TEEN TITANS GO! style! 'Tis the season of giving, but Billy Numerous keeps taking from stores and shoppers at the mall, so it's up to the Teen Titans to take him down like a Christmas tree in January! Cover price $2.25.

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1st printing. Collects Teen Titans (2003- 3rd Series) #24-26 and Outsiders (2003-2007 3rd Series) #24-25 and 28. Written by Geoff Johns and Judd Winick. Art by Matthew Clark, Carlos D'Anda, Tony Daniel, Art Thibert and Marlo Alquiza. Cover by Daniel Acuña. When Nightwing and Speedy figure out there's a traitor in their midst, secrets come to the fore, including Superboy's ultimate corruption by his genetic father, Lex Luthor! Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

Billy Dallas Patton Cover - by Darren G. Davis & Alex Amezuca. Covers by Billy Dallas Patton & Lee Kohse. War has been declared. The Olympians are choosing sides and the pantheon is being torn apart. In a bold move The 10th Muse makes a power play for the ultimate prize: Zeus's throne - but not if Zeus has anything to say about it. The war for Olympus has begun and the winner will control the fate of mankind. This is the first installment of 'God War,' a multi-title story arc including Isis, Orion, and the rest of the Odyssey. Cover price $3.50.

Lee Kohse Cover - by Darren G. Davis & Alex Amezuca. Covers by Billy Dallas Patton & Lee Kohse. War has been declared. The Olympians are choosing sides and the pantheon is being torn apart. In a bold move The 10th Muse makes a power play for the ultimate prize: Zeus's throne - but not if Zeus has anything to say about it. The war for Olympus has begun and the winner will control the fate of mankind. This is the first installment of 'God War,' a multi-title story arc including Isis, Orion, and the rest of the Odyssey. Cover price $3.50.

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6 1/2-in. x 10-in., B/W

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Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils & Cover by ANDREA DI VITO 'Money Changes Every THING' It's the ever lovin' blue-eyed THING, back in his own ongoing series! Join Ben Grimm and his pals as they clobber their way through the Marvel U! And, spinning out of events from FANTASTIC FOUR, the idol of millions is now worth billions! So will big bucks make a Rockefeller out of this Rocky fella? Will Ben trade in Yancy St. for Park Ave? Tune in and see, True Believer! Special appearances by: Goliath (Bill Foster), Warbird, Wonder Man, and Peter Parker. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.60

Written by JEFF PARKER Written by MICHAEL OEMING Pencils & Cover by SCOTT KOLINS. After the earth's mightiest heroes - Hercules, son of Zeus and Thor, Son of Odin - clash as only gods can, Thor and the Warriors Three move on to recover the next magical item on their list: the spear of Chulain, the great Celtic hero. His spear is hidden deep within a forgotten land where it boils in a cauldron of blood! Can anyone control this weapon that overheats with anger and the need for battle? One of our heroes will die before this series ends-- so don't you miss it! Cover price $2.99.

Issue #54 - Jan.2006. Lookers by Doug Miers, illustrated by Jeremy Rock. Argent/Bryce by Robert Lugibhil, art by Rafa Lopez. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $95.00.

Issue #54 - Jan.2006. Lookers by Doug Miers, illustrated by Jeremy Rock. Argent/Bryce by Robert Lugibhil, art by Rafa Lopez. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $95.00.

Issue #54 - Jan.2006. Lookers by Doug Miers, illustrated by Jeremy Rock. Argent/Bryce by Robert Lugibhil, art by Rafa Lopez. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $95.00.

Issue #54 - Jan.2006. Lookers by Doug Miers, illustrated by Jeremy Rock. Argent/Bryce by Robert Lugibhil, art by Rafa Lopez. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $95.00.

by Clay Griffith, Dave Garcia, & Kevin Atkinson The mystery of the secret cult infesting The City is finally revealed when The Tick discovers that long ago, The City's mayor sold the title of the city to the Devil. Not even The Tick can stand toe-to-toe with such supernaturally devilish powers, so he decides to use his brain rather than brawn to infiltrate the cult. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Written by Peter Hogan Art and cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story ABC. A sequel to the Snow Queen story from TOM STRONG #24! Ice people are on the loose in Millennium, and they're robbing banks! Could Greta Gabriel's heart have grown so cold? On sale Oct 12 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Good $2.50

In this issue: The Lord of the Rings - 12" figures from Sideshow Collectibles; Superman Returns build-up; Harry Potter from Robert Tonner; G.I. Joe 12" Price Guide Part 2; FF4; Superman Retro Report. AFD's regular departments include Action News Briefs, Action on the Shelves and the Star Wars Update. Cover price $5.95.