The Comics comic books issue 5

Stories and art by Howard Post and others. A digest-sized reprint volume featuring little devil and his regular backup Stumbo the Giant as part of Harvey Comics' revival in the early 1990s. Thinking he wants a pet, Hot Stuff goes to Pet Land.  Hot Stuff's Grampa Blaze has a cuss word ready for every occasion. Stumbo encounters a visitor from outer space. The Hot Rider; Way Out West in Space!; Something Fishy; Royal Flush; Stumbo: Big Gift Problem!; Tomorrowland; The Big Devil; Extra-Special Guide; Stumbo: Saying Is Believing; Pet Land; Ready-to-Swear Grandpa!; No Trouble, He Says; Stumbo: The Spaceman. Final issue of the series. 5-in. x 7-in., 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.75.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Kenkyo Na Circle. Art and cover by Yosuke Kokuzawa. Character Design by Meru. Translated by M. Fulcrum. In his previous life, Lloyd only wished to study magic, but his status as a commoner lead him to an unfortunate end. After being ruthlessly done in by the very magic he so desperately desired to master, Lloyd opens his eyes to an amazing new existence as the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum. This time, he's been born with unmatched magical potential! With a new lease on life, and the resources to grasp his greatest dream in the palm of his hand, Lloyd sets out to finally achieve what he's always yearned for: study magic to his heart's content! There's only one small problem... he's barely 10 years old! How is anyone going to take him seriously like this? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. Older Teen 16+ Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Nana Mikoshiba. Art and cover by Norihito Sasaki. Character Designed by RIKO KORIE. Translated by Irene Nakano (piyo). A commoner from the countryside, Ray White finds himself surrounded by the children of aristocrats at Arnold Academy of Magic. Fortunately, he quickly befriends the talented daughter of a noble house, a half-elf short on self-confidence, and a friendly musclehead. Together, the four take on their first practical test in the Kafka Forest. But hey, wait! How did a seemingly talentless commoner like Ray get into Arnold Academy in the first place...? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Older Teen (16+) Cover price $10.99.

Australian Reprint series. Centerfold Poster Not Included. Reprints Incredible Hulk stories. Stories include: "Bruce Banner, Wanted for Treason!" and "Hulk Runs Amok" and "The End of the Hulk?" from Incredible Hulk #2; "Beauty and the Beast!" and "The Hordes of General Fang!" from Incredible Hulk #5; 44 pages. 7 3/4" X 10 3/4". B&W.

Australian Reprint series. Thor Centerfold Poster Included. Reprints Incredible Hulk stories. Stories include: "Bruce Banner, Wanted for Treason!" and "Hulk Runs Amok" and "The End of the Hulk?" from Incredible Hulk #2; "Beauty and the Beast!" and "The Hordes of General Fang!" from Incredible Hulk #5; 44 pages. 7 3/4" X 10 3/4". B&W.

Canadian edition. Stories and art by Art Helfant, Leon Winik, Martin Thall, and Harvey Kurtzman. Reprints of Toby's series featuring Western adventures of screen legend John Wayne. In a story set at a carnival, John Wayne tracks a murderer through a funhouse of trick mirrors, revolving drums, and sliding floors. Plus a Pot-Shot Pete Western story by legendary MAD creator Harvey Kurtzman. Prospector Pete; Festival of Crime; The Volcano Of Death; Travel and Transportation on the Old Trails; The Raiders of Blush Pine; The Deadwood Coach Makes It; Pot-Shot Pete vs. Two-Gun Zilch; The Rebels of Rio. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Burger King Mini Comic Starring Martian Manhunter. Written by Scott Peterson. Art by Min S. Ku. 3" x 4", 12 pages

Volume 5 - 1st printing. 40 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

1st Printing - Story by Iruka Shiomiya based on an original story by Keiichi Sigsawa, Character Design by Kouhaku Kuroboshi. Based on the hit novel series, Kinos Journey now has a beautiful manga adaptation with illustrations by Iruka Shiomiya (Ningen Series). Kinos Journey is about a character named Kino who travels around the world with a talking motorcycle named Hermes. Kino travels to many mystical worlds, each with its unique customs and people. Kinos policy is to only stay three days in every town without exception, saying its enough time to learn about the each place and moving on to explore the next new place. Softcover Manga, 5.5" x 7.5" 182 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

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Komikai Micro Comics are mini versions of Marvel comics small enough to fit in your pocket. This issue reprints Ultimate X-Men (2001) #5. Back cover features Colossus worth 50 Komikai Points. Saddle Stitched, 1 1/4-in. x 1 3/4.; 24 Pages, Full Color.

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By Various. Some of the web's best gaming-related comics team up under one cover in L33t: Comics for Gamers! In this issue: More of Mark Shallow's Adventurers! (cover-featured), Greg Dean's Real Life, Ryan Smith's Ront & Mewn, Ian J's RPG World, and a gaggle of other kick-ass "comics for gamers"! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Issue #5 - 2016. Written by Aaron Duran, illustrated by James Sinclair. Althalia Cabrera is the new girl at the Golden Bought Pawn Shop. The only pawn shop that caters to Goblins, Elves, Trolls, and all the creatures that go bump in the night. The job would be weird enough if Althalia didn't discover she's the last living Bruja in the world. As her abilities grow, old powers and even older adversaries wake up to claim what is theirs and the world will never be the same! Mixing Latin American and Mexican folklore with European fairy tales, La Brujeria is the strangest ride you'll ever take! 7 1/4-in. x 10 1/2-in., 32 pages, black and white. Cover price $5.00.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story, Art, and Cover by Ayu Watanabe. Aoi still secretly pines for Shuseis affection but constantly worries that revealing her feelings to him will bring their living situation to an end. Meanwhile, a new neighbor moves into Aoi and Shuseis building—and its a student from their high school! Will this new resident bring big changes to Aoi and Shuseis secret cohabitation? Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 180 pages, B&W. NOTE: Read Right to Left. Cover price $10.99.

Volume 5 -1st printing. Written by Louis Cha. Art by Tony Wang. Kuo Yung wakes Mistress Dragon who "thinks" she has just had a very "intimate" and blissful experience with her handsome young pupil. Also Chou Lee and her student Jasmine make a violent return! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $13.95.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Sooyeon Won.

Yoonuen's fear for her sister's well-being has pushed her to ask Jaehee for help, even as her own feelings for him continue to confuse her. But Jaehee has his own issues to deal with, and when Dai unexpectedly shows up in front of his house with a chauffered car, thoughts of Eunhyung are all but forgotten.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Rated T

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. The comic was loosely autobiographical, with characters based on Parkhill's friends at the time: her boyfriend Justin, his band mates Nate and Jack, her friend/roommate Sarah, and others. Softcover, 7 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 30 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

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Jim Mooney cover. Cover states "Formerly SURE-FIRE COMICS". In order of appearance: "Famous Daredevils of History: Norman Prince"; "Flash Lightning" art by Jim Mooney; "The Raven"; "Hap Hazard" art by Jack Alderman, reprinted in Hap Hazard Comics (1944) #2; "Marvo the Magician and Tito" art by Jack Binder; "Ace McCoy" art by Maurice Gutwirth; and "Whiz Wilson and His Futuroscope". "Smoke Burnham, One-Man Fire Department" in-house comic advertisement for Super Mystery Comics Vol. 2 (1941). "Brother of Doom" text story by Roy Carter. Indicia states: "LIGHTNING COMICS, formerly Sure-Fire Comics". 68 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Jim Mooney cover. In order of appearance: "Lash Lightning" art by Jim Mooney; "The Raven"; "Doctor Nemesis Rx" art by Red Holmdale; "Marvo the Magician and Tito" art by Maurice Gutwirth; "'Cappie' Young"; "Hap Hazard" art by Dan Dameron; and "Congo Jack" art by Mark Schneider. "Satan's Staircase" text story by Cliff Howe. 68 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Keiko Suenobu. Cliques and circles tear a class of high school teens apart, so when a traffic accident in the mountains wipes out much of the class, 5 teens must resort to threats and peer pressure to ensure their survival! Softcover, 4 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 176 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: Read Right to Left Cover price $10.95.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing. Story, Art, and Cover by Keiko Iwashita. It seems no amount of secret ardor can get Matsunaga-san to return Meeko's feelings, but the summer brings with it a fresh wave of shocking developments. An unfortunate coincidence convinces Matsunaga-san that Meeko is dating Ryo-kun, but luckily, Meeko manages to resolve the misunderstanding with Ryo-kun's help. But what secrets lie in Matsunaga-san's past? And will he find out she kissed him when he was sick?! From explosive start to finish, you won't be able to tear your eyes away from Volume 5 of this boarding-house love story! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 208 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $12.99.

NOTE: All Text is in Japanese.

Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Written by Kazuo Koike. Art and cover by Goseki Kojima.

An epic samurai adventure of staggering proportions Lone Wolf and Cub (Kozure Okami in Japan) is acknowledged worldwide for the brilliant writing of series creator Kazuo Koike and the groundbreaking cinematic visuals of the late Goseki Kojima, creating unforgettable imagery of stark beauty, kinetic fury, and visceral thematic power that influenced a generation of visual storytellers both in Japan and in the West.

This volume includes Shadows, Echoes and Hostage Child.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 482 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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

NOTE: All Text is in Japanese.

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Written by Matthew Erman. Art by Lisa Sterle. Piper and Frances' are shocked at Joanna's & Jody's revelation. The girls must hold firm their grip on reality as they wrap their heads around the illness that has beset Hazel Patch, their missing mother and their new acquaintance. The discovery of something unfathomable could unravel all their questions and answers. Meanwhile, Joanna moves forward with her work. 28 pages, B&W. Cover price $3.99.

Written and illustrated by Melissa Mendes. 12 Pages, Saddle stitched/stapled, 4 1/4-in x 5 1/2-in, B&W.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by Fujimomo. Eriko Ellie Ichimura finally confesses her feelings to Akira Ohmi, and their feelings are reciprocated at last. A romantic Christmas awaits… or, it did, but Ellie fails one of her finals, forcing her to attend remedial classes. Their holiday plans in jeopardy, Ellie sinks into despair, but with Shiota-senseis encouragement, she charges into Omi-kun on Christmas day… in costume! Presenting Volume 5 of a plain perverts curious romance! Softcover 5-in. x 7-in., 176 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.99.

Volume 5, Issue #5. Cover by Ernie Walker. The Adventures of Lucky, Piltdown Pete in "Yot's Yen" by John Stables, Peter and Peggy in "The Mystery of Grimstead Grange" by Ernie Walker, Mugzy in "Mugzy Gets a Job" by Meike, and "Son of the Range" by Bus Griffiths. 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.10.

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Volume 5, Issue #6. 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.10.

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(W) Jon Price, David Norton (A) Rebekah Isaacs In the thrilling conclusion of 'From the Ashes,' Darius and Lena find themselves fighting for their lives against a deadly group of magic-haters. Trapped behind enemy lines, the pair makes a desperate attempt to flee before facing dire consequences. Can their friends reach them in time? If they do, will their efforts be enough to save them from the dangerous men holding them hostage? Cover price $3.99.

Issue #5 - Oct.(?) 1946. Assume reprints partial contents of Mary Marvel Comics #5. Canadian edition published by Anglo-American Publishing Company. Cover price $0.10.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. "The Vanishing Tower!"

Based on the Story by Michael Moorcock. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Jan Duursema.

Bear witness to the story of Elric, Lord of Melnibone; his dark cousin - the evil Yyrkoon; their dark magics; and their terrible struggle for rule of the fabled Emerald Isle! Collecting the first volume of the classic adaptation of Michael Moorcock's bestselling fantasy saga, Elric of Melnibone marks the perfect introduction to the series' iconic antihero, his fabled blade, Stormbringer, and his harrowing adventures across the Dragon Isle.

Adapted by former Marvel Comics editor, Roy Thomas, and beautifully rendered by longtime comics illustrator Jan Duursema (Star Wars Legacy), this definitive collection marks an essential read for all fans of sword and sorcery and brings Moorcock's epic tales to life with luxuriant imagination.

Hardcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing.

Written by Katsuyuki Sumizawa. Art by Tomofumi Ogasawara and Yoshiyuki Tomino.

One of the biggest anime/manga properties of all time returns with the release of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing. The Glory of Losers retells the original WING story by incorporating elements of the anime and its recent light novel adaptations. Following the actions of five fighters and their mobile suits (large robots made for destruction), Gundam Wing is a heavily political, dramatic action work that is centered around a war between Earth and its surrounding colonies in space.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 200 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $12.95.

Written and illustrated by Max Radigues. Moose is a new ongoing mini comic from Belgium-based cartoonist Max de Radigués. It's got teenagers, bullies, a mysterious moose and solid cartooning of quiet moments and teenage awkwardness. 12 Pages, Saddle stitched/Stapled, 4 1/4-in x 5 1/2-in, B&W.

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Photo cover of Louis XIV (Philippe of Gascony, Louis Hayward) and Maria Theresa (Joan Bennett). "The Man in the Iron Mask"; Despotic King Louis XIV discovers he has a twin brother who has grown up under the tutelage of his foster father, the patriotic musketeer D'Artagnan; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. "The Girl and the Gambler"; Learning of a certain cantina dancer, the notorious outlaw El Rayo bets he can bring her voluntarily back that night; Arriving he learns she loves the craps table operator Johnny Powell; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. "The Family Next Door"; A plumber (a Rodney Dangerfield type) has misadventures with his family; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. "5 Came Back"; Twelve people are aboard Coast Air Line's flagship the Silver Queen en route to South America when the airplane encounters a storm and is blown off course; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. "The House of Fear!"; A detective goes undercover as a producer to investigate an actor's murder, which occurred during the performance of a play; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. "Wolf Call"; Playboy Michael "Mike" Vance, Jr.is night-clubbing in New York City with Natalie; They join a scavenger hunt and break-in a pet shop to get something they require for the treasure-hunt prize; While there, Mike frees Smokey, a police dog, and Smokey follows him home; airbrushed and inked over movie photo stills; Based on the 1939 movie. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

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Canadian Series. Reprints material from Mr. District Attorney (1948 DC) #4. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Blue Bird promotional comic for shoes Cover price $0.12.

Cover by Jack Binder. Stories and art by Bill Parker, Ed Smalle, Harry Anderson, Rafael Astarita and Sven Elven. Nickel Comics was an experiment by Fawcett - half as thick as their typical comics, costing half as much, and coming out twice as often. Bulletman takes on the Case of the Crooked Contractor. Warlock the Wizard explores the weird Island Empire of John Kell. Captain Venture must rescue the Planet Princess from the Spider People and their King, in a story with some groovy, otherworldly Basil Wolverton-style art by Rafael Astarita. Fun cover with bondage art by Jack Binder. Bulletman; Red Gaucho; Breaking All Records; Jungle Twins; Captain Venture and the Planet Princess; Warlock the Wizard. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.05.

Mad Sisters: Temple of Sex: Part 4, Male Domain Earth: Part 4, and Burma: 1942: Chapter 3. 36 pages, B&W, Adults Only. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Ryan Ellsworth. Art and Cover by Pablo De Bonis. Annie comes back into the CIA fold, ramping up the 'chemical weapons' aspect of the MK Ultra project. Meanwhile, Leon proves to be a valuable asset to Brendan after he's given the chance to work directly with Lamar Olivier, leader of the Crusaders. Brendan gets closer to being exposed after Jamie's investigation leads her to a victim of his drug testing. Finally, Brendan delivers Annie's weapon to an unsuspecting public with devastating results - and gets a taste of his own medicine. 28 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

Volume 5 - 1st Printing. Collects classic newspaper comic strips including Johnny Hazard from 1941, Mutt and Jeff from 1923, and Krazy Kat from 1921 - Also, Flash Gordon, Secret Agent X-9, and Gasoline Alley! Edited and published by Woody Gelman. Associate Editor Len Brown. Softcover, Horizontal format, 11-in. x 8 1/2-in., B&W.

A promotional guide to the comics of media licensing masters Now Comics. This issue focuses on the July 1988 releases. 9-in. x 11-in. PC/PB&W.

Carnival Knowledge An Empire Story written by Don Upchurch, art by Jon J. Murakami. Homecoming story and art by Gary Morita. The Hidden Axis story and art by Cheril Fukumoto, Nuko-O the Clown written by Lee Ayers and Kevin Sano, art by Kevin Sano. 40 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Promotional comic for Pan-Am Car Service. Featuring Don Winslow of the Navy. Magic Morro back-up by Ken Ernst. 7.5-in. x 10.25-in.; full color; 32 newsprint pages. No date.

Circa 1950. Cover from Planet Comics #63 (Winter 1949). Interior reprints select stories from random issues of this time period. The Lost World (George Evans), Star Pirate (Len Dodson), and Mysta of the Moon (Ross Gallun). 7.25 x 10.5, b&w interior, 28 pages.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Collects material from Pogo Possum (1949-1954) #12-14.

Walt Kelly's Pogo, acknowledged as one of the most important and influential comic strips of all time, first appeared not in newspapers but as a feature in the Dell comic book anthology Animal Comics, as well as in Dell's Four Color Comics before getting its own title, Pogo Possum in 1949. With Hermes Press' complete reprint of Dell Comics Pogo admirers of this groundbreaking comics feature can now witness the strip's evolution, in an archival hardcover, digitally reconstructed to perfection.

Hardcover, 7 1/2-in. x 10-in., 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

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Cover by Martin Hirchak. Stories and art by Martin Hirchak, Nate Higley, Barb Houck, Gary Grimshaw, Sean Bieri, Pete Trudgeon, and Matt Feazell. 6.75" x 10.25", 28 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $0.50.

Issue #5 - May/June 1977. Steve Lightle's fanzine starring his various comic characters. 5 1/2-in. x 10-in., 12 pages, black and white. Cover price $0.75.