Heros comic books issue 1

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Cover pencils by Gus Vasquez, inks by Bud LaRosa. Land Of The Rising Sun [Part 1], script by Scott Lobdell, Steve Seagle (Story Idea), and Duncan Rouleau (Story Idea), pencils by Gus Vazquez, inks by Bud LaRosa; The U.S. have the Avengers, Canada has Alpha Flight and the Soviet Union has the Super Soldiers so Japan decides to form its own national superhero team, Big Hero 6, under the leadership of the Silver Samurai; Unfortunately, young genius Hiro's mother won't allow him to join; Hiro tracks down Sunfire only to learn that his idol's powers are quickly killing him; Big Hero 6 wants Sunfire to join but he claims that his hero days are over; Hiro returns home to find his mother gone and the villain, Everwraith, threatening to kill her unless Hiro and Baymax agree to work for him. 38 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Zappon. Art and cover by Masahiro Ikeno. Character Design by Yasumo. Translated by Dale Delucia. Despite being the bearer of the powerful Divine Blessing of the Guide, Red has been banished from the Hero's party. Listless, he decides to head to the frontier and hatches a plan to spend his days working an easy apothecary job. Thus begins his new life! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 160 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.00.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Yuki Suzuki. Art and cover by Sanshouuo. Translated by Kim Morrissy. Adapted by Arisia Santiago. In this isekai fantasy, a modern man is reincarnated into a game world as a doomed background character... who can help save the world as the hero's shadow. Someday, the hero Mazel will battle the Demon Lord with the fate of the realm at stake. But until that day... he better be carrying plenty of potions! While the hero is off saving the kingdom, it's up to Lord Werner-a Japanese office worker reincarnated into the world of a classic RPG-to keep the rest of the world from becoming collateral damage. There's no hero, luminary, or warrior of light who doesn't need a friend like Werner! But can he truly defy the flames of fate and change the bittersweet ending of the game? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 320 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Teen (13+) Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kirie. Translated by David Evelyn. Adapted by Lachrymatrix. A sexy fantasy comedy about a hero from another world and the beautiful white mage who doesn't want him to go back! Irie Izumi has been summoned to another world to fulfill his heroic destiny! He quickly meets and forms a party with Level 20 white mage Shina, who falls in love with him at first sight. When Irie succeeds in his quest, he will be transported home-but Shina isn't about to let her "Lord Hero" get away so easily! What's a girl to do, except dress so lewdly that even a great hero of destiny can't pay attention to the battles before him and can't level up! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 186 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by Patrick McDonnell. With Original Comics by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Don Heck, and Vince Colletta. The Super Hero's Journey is an adventure unlike any you have ever read. Imbued with the creativity, artwork, and heart of Patrick McDonnell, the beloved creator of the comic strip Mutts, this all-new graphic novel love letter features the classic Marvel super heroes including the Fantastic Four, the Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Black Panther, and Spider-Man, and is the synthesis of McDonnell's positive, inspirational sensibility and Marvel's blockbuster brand. Using the Marvel Universe as avatars, McDonnell muses on how comics changed his life and inspired him to become a cartoonist, instilling a moral sensibility that he carries through his work and his life. Visually striking, The Super Hero's Journey incorporates panels from classic Marvel comics as a tribute by McDonnell to his heroes-Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and the other creators of the Marvel Universe-alongside inspirational quotes from Eckhart Tolle, Thoreau, and others. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

1st printing. Written by Grace Ellis. Art and cover by Penelope Rivera Gaylord. When a young and rambunctious Diana, along with her trusty goat Phyllis, accidentally destroys the painstaking preparations for a festival celebrating the story of Hero--the first hero in Greek mythology--she must embark on a painful journey to clean up her mess. But with the help of the Amazons' vivid yet unreliable retellings of Hero's story, what starts out as a boring chore becomes an epic adventure! Grace Ellis, the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling co-creator of LUMBERJANES, and celebrated artist Penelope Rivera Gaylord tell the story of a young Diana discovering the truth about being a hero. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $12.99.

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1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Icon (1993-1997) #1-8.

Written by Dwayne McDuffie. Art by M.D. Bright and Mike Gustovich. Forward by Reginald Hudlin.

This is the title that introduced Augustus Freeman, a successful lawyer who covertly uses his alien super-powers to help those in need. But when a teenaged girl from the streets convinces him to use his abilities to inspire his people and becomes his sidekick, Rocket, the affluent Augustus embraces his true destiny and becomes Icon, the hero of Dakota.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.95.

1st printing. Written by Ricardo Sanchez. Art and cover by Mark Texeira. From industry legend Mark Texeira (Ghost Rider, Punisher, Moon Knight) and writer Ricardo Sanchez (Resident Evil, Legends of the Dark Knight, Teen Titans GO!) comes a story about our collective need for hope, optimism, and heroes. The Hero died 20 years ago but her death still haunts one young reporter. Now, on the anniversary of her death, the reporter digs in to find the truth about what really happened. This special edition from IDW collects the fully painted graphic novel by Texeira and Sanchez, "Kill your Heroes," an illustrated short story based on the character, art gallery, and the original short story the graphic novel was based on. Softcover, 104 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Zappon. Art and cover by Yasumo. Translated by Dale DeLucia. Red was born with incredible powers, and he seemed like the perfect candidate to join the front lines in the fight to save the world-but before he could, he was told this wasn't where he belonged. Instead, he finds his destiny in an apothecary... Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Age 13 and Up. Cover price $15.00.

1st printing. By Matt Groening. From the third story belfry at the First Church of Springfield to the polluted dock pilings at the South Street Squidport to the twin cooling towers of the nuclear power plant, one lone sentry stands watch over his city - Springfield's very own Dark Mite, Bartman! But you say you have a town, village, or rural farm district that is need of a protector, too? Then let the Purple Paladin guide you through the ins and outs of keeping your hometown safe both day and night! Look to the skies and in this book! Bartman has come to your rescue to point out the supplies you'll need to meet the demands of any and every superhero! Hardcover, 7-in. x 7-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $19.99

1st printing. Collects Christine (2025 Dren Productions after Dark) #1-4. Written by James Mascia. Art by Eduardo Garcia, Guilia Lalli, Joel Souza, Jose Cano, Mike Shampine, and Gustavo. Cover by C.B. Zane. Meet Christine. College student. Loner. As a teenager, she was a superhero. She fought evil villains, crushed monsters, and saved the world. Or did she? Christine is now locked in a mental hospital, where her doctors are trying to convince her that all of these memories are nothing but delusions. Is Christine who she believes she is, or is she the person her doctors claim her to be? And what else might be happening behind the scenes? Christine is an adult thriller that will keep you guessing right up until the end. Softcover, 52 pages, full color. Mature Readers

1st printing. By Michael Dahl and Donald Lemke. Hundreds of laugh-out-loud jokes featuring Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and other DC Super Heroes! Why does Bruce Wayne brush his teeth every night? So he doesn't get Bat-breath! Where do most of the world's super heroes live? Cape Town! Featuring more than 400 kid-approved jokes and full-color artwork, this official DC Comics joke book will have readers exploding with laughter! The perfect gift for super hero fans young, old, and everyone in between! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $9.95.

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1st printing. By Gillian Conahan. Cosplayers rejoice! The Hero's Closet is the ultimate DIY guide to creating unique and fantastical homemade costumes. This essential handbook offers detailed, step-by-step instructions that cover the basics of sewing costumes (which often require skills not found in standard sewing guides) to help even the most novices create the costumes of their dreams. Gillian Conahan walks readers through finding inspiration online and through their fandom; shares insight into translating character art into real-world garments; and offers advice on pattern selection, alterations, fabrics, and embellishment techniques. The book also features 11 original step-by-step basic patterns with ideas for mixing and matching these basics to create costumes of all styles, including superheroes, pirates, elves, school girls, and adventurers. Softcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 280 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.65

Add to cart Fine $2.65

Bold, Wild, and Bad Heros. Story by Lonnie James Gross. Cover price $2.50.

1st printing. Written by Frank Bellamy and Tom Tully. Art and cover by Frank Bellamy. In 1962 Frank Bellamy was asked to draw a new Roman epic strip for the Eagle, written by Tom Tully. At the pinnacle of his artistic skills, this new commission gave him a unique opportunity. The new strip Heros the Spartan was presented on the centre double page spread of the Eagle, enabling Bellamy to create the greatest comic strip adventure ever presented to the public. He excelled himself with revolutionary page and panel design and dramatic ink line work all in glorious color. Universally regarded as the greatest British comic strip ever produced, the art has never before been reprinted since its initial publication in 1962. Available in a limited edition and a special slipcased edition with 24 additional pages of artwork and text pieces by Dez Skinn and Dave Gibbons. Hardcover, 11-in. x 14-in., 272 pages, full color. Cover price $179.95.

Limited Leatherbound Edition - 1st printing. Written by Frank Bellamy and Tom Tully. Art and cover by Frank Bellamy. In 1962 Frank Bellamy was asked to draw a new Roman epic strip for the Eagle, written by Tom Tully. Bellamy had previously honed his artistic skills on Robin Hood and King Arthur in the Swift and The Happy Warrior, the Story of Winston Churchill, Montgomery of Alamein, Marco Polo and Fraser of Africa, also in the Eagle. At the pinnacle of his artistic skills, this new commission gave him a unique opportunity. The new strip Heros the Spartan was being presented on the centre double page spread of the Eagle. This enormous canvas gave Bellamy a format few comic strip artists ever achieve or even dream of. The double page format enabled Bellamy to create the greatest comic strip adventure ever presented to the public.He excelled himself with revolutionary page and panel design and dramatic ink line work all in glorious colour and his ink lines and colour work on this strip have yet to be equalled by any other artist on any strip. Universally regarded as THE greatest British comic strip ever produced, the art has never before been reprinted since its initial publication in 1962. This super deluxe edition includes an additional 24 pages of sharp reproductions of original Heros art. Hardcover (Leatherbound with Slipcase), 11-in. x 14-in., 296 pages, full color. Cover price $395.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $32.00

Add to cart Very Fine $32.00

2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects Icon (1993-1997) #1-8.

Written by Dwayne McDuffie. Art by M.D. Bright and Mike Gustovich. Cover by Denys Cowan.

The flagship character from Milestone Comics is back in this new printing of the classic title. This is the title that introduced Augustus Freeman, a successful lawyer who covertly uses his alien super-powers to help those in need. But when a teenaged girl from the streets convinces him to use his abilities to inspire his people and becomes his sidekick, Rocket, the affluent Augustus embraces his true destiny and becomes Icon, the hero of Dakota.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. By Dennis O'Neil. When college dropout Kyle Rayner becomes heir to the incalculable power of the space-faring Green Lantern Corps, he finds the life of a costumed vigilante isn't all it's cracked up to be. But when he investigates the mysterious disappearance of his teammates in the Justice League, the newest Green Lantern is drawn into a temporal maelstrom that reveals his link to a grand legacy. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 344 pages, Text Only.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.99

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Matsuri Akai. Art and cover by Hiroyuki Aigamo. Character Design by Tozai. Translated by Kumar Sivasubramanian. Transported to a fantasy world for a roguish new take on the isekai genre! High schooler Oda Akira is good at flying under the radar. When his entire class is summoned to a fantasy world by a royal family, they're asked to become heroes and bring down the demon king... but Akira is suspicious. Using his stealth abilities, he sneaks into the royal library to find out the truth about this "heroic mission." Will he tell his classmates what's really going on, or is it up to Akira - and his remarkable thief-like skills - to solve this problem on this own? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 180 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Matsuri Akai. Art and cover by Tozai. Translated by Colby W. Adapted by Leigh Teetzel.

Transported to a fantasy world for a roguish take on the isekai genre.

When Akira's class is magically summoned to another world, he and his classmates are awarded fantastical powers-but while one of them is lucky enough to become a true Hero, Akira becomes a mere Assassin. However, against all odds, the Assassin just might be the most powerful role of all!

Harboring doubts about the intentions of the king, Akira uses his newfound strength as a master of the shadows to uncover the secrets and conspiracies of the crown.

Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 180 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.95

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Yuki Suzuki. Art and cover by Rampei Ashio. Translated by Christine Dashiell. Adapted by David Lumsdon. In this isekai fantasy, a modern man is reincarnated into a game world as a doomed background character... who can help save the world as the hero's shadow. For every legendary hero, there's a loyal best friend. When a Japanese gamer reincarnates into the body of Lord Werner, a faceless mob in the world of a video game, he sets out to make sure the hero Mazel is up to the task. He'll need to train him, teach him etiquette, and make sure his pockets are overflowing with potions! This is not the story of the battle between Mazel and the Demon Lord. This is the story about one man's attempt to make sure he doesn't end up as collateral damage! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 178 pages, B&W. Teen Cover price $13.99.