Empire comic books issue 1

Titan Books Edition - 1st printing. Collects Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire - Evolution (1998) #1-5. Written by Steve Perry. Art by on Randall, Tom Simmons, and Ron Randall. Cover by Christopher Moeller. Xizor, the leader of the Black Sun criminal organization, has been destroyed, and Guri, a beautiful human-replica droid and Xizor's personal assassin, is left wondering what her future will hold now that she no longer has anyone to answer to. Throughout the ongoing struggle for underworld supremacy, Guri endeavors to uncover hints of her human side-if it even exists. But in her quest to alter her programming and gain humanity, Guri becomes the quarry of both bounty hunters and Rebels (led by a Jedi-to-be named Luke). What secrets lie buried in her android mind that make her such valuable prey? Evolution is the sequel to the best-selling novel Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire and is the first foray into comics by best-selling Shadows novelist Steve Perry. Softcover, 120 pages, full color.

Limited Signed Edition

1st printing. Collects Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire (1996) #1-6.

Written by John Wagner. Art by Kilian Plunkett, John Nadeau, and P. Craig Russell. Cover by Christopher Moeller.

Darth Vader wants Luke Skywalker - alive.

Prince Xizor, the largest trader in the galaxy, wants Skywalker dead. And Skywalker, along with Leia, Chewbacca, and the droids, have a goal of their own: rescue Han Solo. But Solo has been encased in carbonite and taken by the most notorious mercenary in the galaxy, Boba Fett, who intends to deliver him to Jabba the Hutt. It's a clash of good against evil, of right against wrong, and it comes to a head in the Shadows of the Empire.

Featuring all your favorite characters from the Star Wars motion picture trilogy and a score of new ones, Shadows of the Empire is everything a Star Wars fan could hope for.

Hardcover, 166 pages, full color.

Cover price $79.99.

1st printing. Based on the story by Steve Perry. Adapted by Christopher Golden. Taking place between the events of The EMpire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Shadows of the Empire illuminates the shadowy outlines of a criminal conspiracy that exists in the background of the events in the movies, ruled by a character new to us. Prince Xizor is a mastermind of evil who dares to oppose one of the best-known fictional villains of all time: Darth Vader. The story involves all the featured Star Wars movie characters, plus Emperor Palpatine and, of course, Lord Vader himself. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, Text Only. Cover price $4.50.

2nd and later printings. Based on the story by Steve Perry. Adapted by Christopher Golden. Taking place between the events of The EMpire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Shadows of the Empire illuminates the shadowy outlines of a criminal conspiracy that exists in the background of the events in the movies, ruled by a character new to us. Prince Xizor is a mastermind of evil who dares to oppose one of the best-known fictional villains of all time: Darth Vader. The story involves all the featured Star Wars movie characters, plus Emperor Palpatine and, of course, Lord Vader himself. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 168 pages, Text Only. Cover price $4.50.

1st printing.

By Neil Erickson.

The epic space saga, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, is retold in the new Screen Comix format-right on time for the 40th anniversary of the film!

After the destruction of the Death Star, the Empire has regrouped - with Darth Vader leading the hunt for Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and the Rebels. Featuring final frames and dialogue from the movie in vibrant full color, this 320-page graphic novel-style retelling will delight fans of all ages.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 320 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Just in time for the release of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, the first six Star Wars films are finally retold in Little Golden Books! Each book retells the story of one of the six films (in the Original Trilogy - A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi; in the Prequel Trilogy - The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith) in an easy-to-read and illustrated format perfect for young readers! The epic story of the destiny of the Skywalker clan, from Anakin's childhood to Luke's ascendence as a Jedi Knight, will captivate a new generation of Star Wars fans! Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

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1st printing. Art and cover by Al Williamson. Follow the adventures of your favorite characters during some of the most memorable moments in Star Wars history. On the ice planet Hoth, the Rebels defend their base from Darth Vader and Imperial troops; Luke learns the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Yoda; and danger waits for everyone in Cloud City, where a terrible secret will be revealed. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (A Collector's Classic Board Book) is an epic retelling of the film for Star Wars fans of all ages, with classic art from award-winning comics icon Al Williamson. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 30 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

With the same thrilling graphic genius that brought to vivid life the power and exuberance of Star Wars, artist Ralph McQuarrie once again takes you on a fabulous odyssey through time and space, and celebrates the electrifying spirit of the imagination in these 24 full color prints. 21" x 10".

1st printing.

Based on the Story by George Lucas. Adapted by Larry Weinberg.

Featuring full color photos from the movie. Relive the game-changing middle chapter of the greatest sci-fi saga of all time with this All-Ages friendly storybook. Thrill as Luke Skywalker trains to be a Jedi Knight with Master Yoda, Han and Leia are pursuided from one side of the galaxy to the other by the isnter Darth Vader and the evil Empire, and it all collides for breath-taking showdown aboard the magic Cloud City!

Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 70 pages, Text (with full color photos from the movie). All Ages

1st printing. Written by Bill Smith. Art by Barbara Gibson and Ralph McQuarrie. A behind-the-scenes look at the complex technology of Star Wars fleets is chock full of pop-ups, action flaps, and incredible technical detail that brings to life such ships as Imperial Star Destroyers, TIE fighters, and AT-AT walkers. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $15.95.

1st printing. "Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron - In the Empire's Service!" Collects Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron (1995-1998) #21-24. Written by Michael A. Stackpole. Art by John Nadeau and Jordi Ensign. Cover by Timothy Bradstreet and Grant Goleash. Wedge Antilles is the premier X-wing pilot of the Rebel Alliance, and his Rogue Squadron is the most feared in the Rebel fleet. But the Empire has its top guns too -- the merciless Imperial 181st Fighter Division led by Baron Fel, the man who trained Wedge and many of Rogue Squadron's best pilots. Wedge and the Rogues will get every opportunity to test that training when they are dispatched to square accounts with Rogue Squadron, once and for all! Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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Story, Art and Cover by Joe Wight. Collects material from Steam Wars: First Empire #1 and 2, and Steam Wars: Strike Leader #1 What one man has created, another has taken to new heights. Fred Perry's steampunk blockbuster Steam Wars now chugs full speed ahead under the control of master artist Joe Wight. See the plight of an Imperial princess, a deposed prince chased through the desert, and a desperate strike team aided by a mystery ace! An epic story brilliantly told with absolutely stunning visuals! 48 pages, full color. Cover price $5.99.

1st printing. Collects material from Steam Wars: First Empire (2015) #1-2 and Steam Wars: Strike Leader (2016) #1.

Story and art by Joe Wight.

What one man has created, another has taken to new heights. Fred Perry's steampunk blockbuster Steam Wars now chugs full speed ahead under the control of master artist Joe Wight. See the plight of an Imperial princess, a deposed prince chased through the desert, and a desperate strike team aided by a mystery ace!

An epic story brilliantly told with absolutely stunning visuals!

Softcover, 72 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Ian Duerden. Two mighty Clockwork Empires are fighting for domination of the planet. Beneath the waves of the English Channel armadas of clockwork submersibles are massing for invasion, while above Imperial Russia's newly invented AirKites fight for supremacy of the skies. But in their search for more ingenious and deadly devices these empires have awoken an ancient Clockwork Civilization. A clock, stilled 3,000 years ago, has begun ticking again. This is the Age of the Clockwork Empires and in 1803 this is how it began! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

1st printing. Art by Don Lawrence. Billions of miles from our world is the star of Yarna and circling it is the planet Elekton. It was upon this planet that the mighty Trigan Empire rose. Long did it reign, unbeknownst to the residents of planet Earth. That is until the fateful day a spacecraft crash-landed here bringing with it a long dead crew and ancient records of this once mighty civilization. This tomb bears the only records of the once great Trigan Empire! Hardcover, 10-in. x 14-in., 160 pages, full color.

1st Grosset & Dunlap Printing. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Frontispiece Art by A. W. Sperry. When an archeologist goes missing, Tarzan is recruited to search for him. What he finds is far more than the Jungle Lord expected as he discovers a lost remnant of the Roman Empire hidden in the mountains of Africa! Hardcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 314 pages, Text Only.

No Dust Jacket. 1st Grosset & Dunlap Printing. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Frontispiece Art by A. W. Sperry. When an archeologist goes missing, Tarzan is recruited to search for him. What he finds is far more than the Jungle Lord expected as he discovers a lost remnant of the Roman Empire hidden in the mountains of Africa! Hardcover, 5-in.x 7-in., 314 pages, Text Only.

1st Edition - 1st printing - (Metropolitan Books). Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Frontispiece Art by A. W. Sperry. When an archeologist goes missing, Tarzan is recruited to search for him. What he finds is far more than the Jungle Lord expected as he discovers a lost remnant of the Roman Empire hidden in the mountains of Africa! Hardcover with dust jacket, 5-in.x 7-in., 314 pages, Text Only.

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1st Edition - 1st printing - (Metropolitan Books). Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Frontispiece Art by A. W. Sperry. When an archeologist goes missing, Tarzan is recruited to search for him. What he finds is far more than the Jungle Lord expected as he discovers a lost remnant of the Roman Empire hidden in the mountains of Africa! Hardcover without dust jacket, 5-in.x 7-in., 314 pages, Text Only.

Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library: Book 12 - Authorized by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., and Featuring Rare and Previously Unpublished Archival Materials

1st printing. Written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Art and cover by Joe Jusko. Somewhere in the heart of Africa, a young archaeologist disappeared in the remote jungle mountains-Erich von Harben, son of an old missionary friend of Tarzan of the Apes. Now the ape-man seeks to rescue the lost scholar. The trail leads to a mysterious valley where Tarzan discovers two surviving outposts of ancient Rome, virtually unchanged by time. And there, Tarzan is thrust into the bloody gladiatorial arena, doomed to face every peril the cruel and corrupt emperor of Castra Sanguinarius can devise to ensure the ape-man's death. Miles away in Castrum Mare, Erich von Harben also awaits execution upon the sands of another tyrant's arena, destined to die before he can pledge his heart to the fair Favonia, daughter of one of the emperor's favored patricians. For the first time ever, the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library presents the complete literary works of the Master of Adventure in handsome uniform editions. Published by the company founded by Burroughs himself in 1923, each volume of the Authorized Library is packed with extras and rarities not to be found in any other edition. From cover art and frontispieces by legendary artist Joe Jusko to forewords and afterwords by today's authorities and luminaries to a treasure trove of bonus materials mined from the company's extensive archives in Tarzana, California, the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library will take you on a journey of wonder and imagination you will never forget. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 336 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $29.95.

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1st printing. Collects Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Utrom Empire (2014 IDW) #1-3. Written by Paul Allor. Art and cover by Andy Kuhn. Collecting the cosmos-spanning mini-series, Utrom Empire takes us to the site of the Technodrome, where Krang's plans to destroy the Earth are ramping up. Little does he know that Baxter Stockman plans to harness its power for himself! As the two villains scheme, one imprisoned robot holds the key to success-Fugitoid! Will he be able to reach out to the Turtles in time? All this plus the long-awaited story of Krang's mission to preserve the alien Utrom race! Softcover, 104 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

1st printing. Collects Transformers Drift: Empire of Stone (2014 IDW) #1-5. Written by Shane McCarthy. Art by Guido Guidi. Cover by Alex Milne. DRIFT RETURNS! After leaving the Autobots in disgrace, he's now alone on a mission to clean up the darkest depths of the galaxy-until RATCHET shows up to try to bring him home! Also contains bonus content including creator interviews, behind-the-scenes info, an art gallery, and more! Softcover, 132 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. Collects Transformers Spotlight: Drift (2009), Transformers: Drift (2010 IDW) #1-4 and Transformers: Drift - Empire of Stone (2014 IDW) #1-4. Written by Shane McCarthy. Written by Casey Colle, Alex Milne, and Guido Guidi. Cover by Livio Ramondelli. Repentant villain Drift roams the galaxy, waging a solitary war on his former allies, delivering swift justice to any Decepticons that cross his path. But with many Autobots refusing to trust him, and many Decepticons sure he's pulling a scheme, walking the straight and narrow path won't be easy, and Drift-previously known as Deadlock-must repeatedly face the consequences of his past mistakes. Softcover, 220 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Written by Gary Reed. Art by Philip Xavier. This is a fully illustrated recount of Homer's "The Iliad." This volume featuring the greatest warrior ever to step on the field of battle, Achilles, King Agamemnon, Ajax the Greater, Diomedes, doomed Prince Hector, Menelaus of Sparta, crafty Odysseus, Prince Paris, and the woman whose beauty launched a thousand ships to war, Helen, in one of the greatest epics of all time. Softcover, 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

1st printing. Based on the poem by Homer. Adapted by Gary Reed. Art and cover by Philip Xavier. Achilles, Agamemnon, Hector, Helen, Odysseus, Paris - some of the greatest names in history based on the greatest epic in literature, the Iliad. Here is a retelling of the classic epic but from the human perspective rather than that of the Gods. Covered are the events that led to the Trojan War. All the great heroes are here, in all their glory and all their failings. Softcover, 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

Reprinting JOURNEY TO STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS - SHATTERED EMPIRE #1. Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Marco Checchetto. Cover by Phil Noto. For the first time in the new Star Wars canon, journey with us into the time after the end of Return of the Jedi! Past the destruction of the second Death Star into the chaos of a Shattered Empire. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $1.00.

1st printing. Written by Stephen D. Sullivan. Art and cover by John Herbert. Introduction by Bill Willingham. A man awakens in a strange world with no memories of who he is or where he is from, and before he can find out he suddenly finds himself drawn into a conflict between two warring factions. Collecting the comic strip that appeared in Dragon Magazine! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011 1st Series) #475-486.

Written by Ed Brubaker.

Written by Ed Brubaker. Art By Billy Tan, Clayton Henry, Dannyt Miki, Allen Martinez, and Mark Morales. Cover By Billy Tan.

A brand-new era for UNCANNY X-MEN begins here!

Fresh off X-MEN: DEADLY GENESIS, Ed Brubaker takes the helm of Marvel's mighty mutants. Young Guns Reloaded artist Billy Tan and Clayton Henry join Ed for a story that won't just affect Earth, but will rock the foundations of the entire galaxy! Vulcan is out for revenge and has his sights set on the Shi'ar Empire!

Get ready for the ride of your life!

A perfect starting point for any new reader!

Softcover, 272 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

1st printing. Anthology of stories featuring the alien tau, the technologically advanced enemies of the Imperium. The alien tau believe it is their manifest destiny to rule the stars. Their emergent empire has expanded rapidly along the Eastern Fringe of the galaxy, and their creed is one of unity and the Greater Good. As adversaries they are formidable, for their fire caste are born to be warriors and their technology is highly advanced. A military war machine like no other, the tau are determined to secure their place amongst the stars and will battle fiercely any who stand in their way. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 384 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.00.

1st printing.

By Dan Abnett.

The unthinkable has happened - Terra has fallen to the traitor forces of Warmaster Horus! Nothing else could explain the sudden disappearance of the Astronomican's guiding light at the heart of the Imperium, or so Roboute Guilliman would believe. Ever the pragmatist, he has drawn all his forces to Ultramar and begun construction of the new empire known as Imperium Secundus. Even with many of his primarch brothers at his side, he still faces war from without and intrigue from within - with the best of intentions, were the full truth to be known it would likely damn them all as traitors for all eternity.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 416 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.00.

1st printing. Collects Warhammer Forge of War (2007) #1-5, Condemned by Fire (2008) #1-5, and Crown of Destruction (2008) #1-4. When the hordes of Chaos threaten the Empire's land, it is only the bravest, strongest and most cunning that pledge their loyalty to the Empire and fight! This 400+ page collection features all of Forge of War, Condemned by Fire, and Crown of Destruction. See the stories that confirm that Sigmar's might resonates within those who shed blood in battle for the cause! Creators include Dan Abnett, Ian Edginton, Kieron Gillen, Rahsan Ekedal, and Dwayne Harris. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. By Chris Wraight. The Empire is the largest and most powerful realm in the Old World. Founded by the warrior-god Sigmar, it is built up of city-states and provinces that are now bound together under the rule of the Emperor Karl Franz. Only through the actions of its valiant heroes has it repelled the numerous invasions brought against it. This omnibus edition collects together three tales of heroism and sacrifice focusing on the elite swordsmen of the Empire, the mighty warrior-priests of Sigmar, and the powerful war machines of the Engineering College. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 986 pages, Text Only. Cover price $17.50.

Blood Night - Story by Stacy Harris. Art by Nathaniel Hart. Cover by Christopher Johnson Jr. Cover price $3.50.

Variant cover by S. Sez - Limited to 1700 copies. Blood Night - Story by Stacy Harris. Art by Nathaniel Hart. Cover price $3.50.

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Wild West is a bi-monthly publication that bring both fictional and historical stories about life in the untamed West. Cover price $2.95.

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Wild West is a bi-monthly publication that bring both fictional and historical stories about life in the untamed West. Cover price $2.95.

Aaron Lopresti Cover

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Aaron Lopresti.

In the American west of 1883, the WRAITH is a mysterious hero with a dark past who is relentlessly driven to administer the wrath of God on the evil supernatural forces that contaminate the land. A master of illusion and disguise, the Wraith is aided by a former Salvation Army worker named Esther who frequently finds herself at odds with her mentor .

It's a race against time and death as together they try to stop a pack of werewolves from obtaining a mystical amulet that will make them invincible.

Softcover, 74 pages, full color.

NOTE: "Hello readers and fans of great comics! My name is Aaron Lopresti and I am a 30-year veteran of the comic book industry. You may know me from my work on Marvel's PLANET HULK, X-MEN and MS. MARVEL or DC Comics' WONDER WOMAN and JUSTICE LEAGUE. Now finally I am launching my own label and my own comics and I am inviting you to be a part of this inaugural voyage! I am committed to bringing you the very best in comic book entertainment and I guarantee you won't be disappointed with WRAITH OF GOD!" - -Aaron Lopresti

Aaron Lopresti "When Strikes the Wolf!" Cover

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Aaron Lopresti.

In the American west of 1883, the WRAITH is a mysterious hero with a dark past who is relentlessly driven to administer the wrath of God on the evil supernatural forces that contaminate the land. A master of illusion and disguise, the Wraith is aided by a former Salvation Army worker named Esther who frequently finds herself at odds with her mentor .

It's a race against time and death as together they try to stop a pack of werewolves from obtaining a mystical amulet that will make them invincible.

Softcover, 74 pages, full color.

NOTE: "Hello readers and fans of great comics! My name is Aaron Lopresti and I am a 30-year veteran of the comic book industry. You may know me from my work on Marvel's PLANET HULK, X-MEN and MS. MARVEL or DC Comics' WONDER WOMAN and JUSTICE LEAGUE. Now finally I am launching my own label and my own comics and I am inviting you to be a part of this inaugural voyage! I am committed to bringing you the very best in comic book entertainment and I guarantee you won't be disappointed with WRAITH OF GOD!" - -Aaron Lopresti

Aaron Lopresti Cover C

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Aaron Lopresti.

In the American west of 1883, the WRAITH is a mysterious hero with a dark past who is relentlessly driven to administer the wrath of God on the evil supernatural forces that contaminate the land. A master of illusion and disguise, the Wraith is aided by a former Salvation Army worker named Esther who frequently finds herself at odds with her mentor .

It's a race against time and death as together they try to stop a pack of werewolves from obtaining a mystical amulet that will make them invincible.

Softcover, 74 pages, full color.

NOTE: "Hello readers and fans of great comics! My name is Aaron Lopresti and I am a 30-year veteran of the comic book industry. You may know me from my work on Marvel's PLANET HULK, X-MEN and MS. MARVEL or DC Comics' WONDER WOMAN and JUSTICE LEAGUE. Now finally I am launching my own label and my own comics and I am inviting you to be a part of this inaugural voyage! I am committed to bringing you the very best in comic book entertainment and I guarantee you won't be disappointed with WRAITH OF GOD!" - -Aaron Lopresti

Dale Keown Cover

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Aaron Lopresti. Cover by Dale Keown.

In the American west of 1883, the WRAITH is a mysterious hero with a dark past who is relentlessly driven to administer the wrath of God on the evil supernatural forces that contaminate the land. A master of illusion and disguise, the Wraith is aided by a former Salvation Army worker named Esther who frequently finds herself at odds with her mentor .

It's a race against time and death as together they try to stop a pack of werewolves from obtaining a mystical amulet that will make them invincible.

Softcover, 74 pages, full color.

NOTE: "Hello readers and fans of great comics! My name is Aaron Lopresti and I am a 30-year veteran of the comic book industry. You may know me from my work on Marvel's PLANET HULK, X-MEN and MS. MARVEL or DC Comics' WONDER WOMAN and JUSTICE LEAGUE. Now finally I am launching my own label and my own comics and I am inviting you to be a part of this inaugural voyage! I am committed to bringing you the very best in comic book entertainment and I guarantee you won't be disappointed with WRAITH OF GOD!" - -Aaron Lopresti

Adult fantasy/horror series written by Barreiro, illustrated by F. Solano Lopez. 6.5" x 10", 24 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $3.50.