www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVII #12 December 2007  

UK Supplement




COMICS

BATMAN

BATMAN LEGENDS #16
The mystery of the Black Hand is solved and the traitors within the Club of Heroes are revealed in this all-out island-bound action spectacular! The Joker’s found his smile — and his reason to live — thanks to the Batman. Now what will Bruce Wayne do to bring him down? Finally, who is murdering members of animal-themed villain gang, The Terrible Trio? And what does it all have to do with… The Fourth Man?
SC, 76pg, 170x258mm, FC £2.60

CINEBOOK

LUCKY LUKE THE WAGON TRAIN TP
by Goscinny & Morris
A wagon train of pioneers drives through Nothing Gulch en route to California. Its ill-tempered driver is sent away by the passengers and Lucky Luke agrees to step in and replace him. However when the wagon train moves off again, a mystery vandal keeps trying to sabotage the expedition. But Lucky Luke needs a lot more than that to make him turn back! (1-905460-40-6) (978-1-905460-40-3)
SC, 48pg, FC £5.99

RUGGER BOYS A SPOONFUL OF STYLE AND A TONNE OF CLASS TP
by Beka & Poupard
In the south of France, leave the motorway and keep going over the fields. You’ll end up seeing the Paillar bell-tower. In this village where rugby is king, even the roundabouts are oval! The Paillar team is only afraid of one thing — that some Englishmen with bad intentions will turn the local pub into a tea salon! Also, when the All Blacks look for a sparring partner to prepare for the world cup, our players (Light Bulb, Fat Neck, The Anesthetist, Trumpeter, and Romeo) can’t resist the call of the southern hemisphere. Cauliflower ears, broken noses and black eyes aplenty! (1-905460-44-9) (978-1-905460-44-1)
SC, 48pg, FC £5.99

THORGAL BEYOND THE SHADOWS TP
by Van Hamme & Rosinski
Distraught by his wife Aaricia’s disappearance, Thorgal is a shadow of his former self. However, he attempts a daring rescue despite the evil sorcerer powers of Sharder, the illegitimate master of the kingdom. (1-905460-45-7) (978-1-905460-45-8)
SC, 48pg, FC £9.99

DC COMICS

DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #6
Find out what’s in store with Superman vs. Batman, humanity vs. aliens, and Superman bargaining for the fate of mankind. Batman, Supergirl, Green Lantern, and Adam Strange battle the time-spanning Luck Lords for control of the Book of Destiny. More drama with Supergirl vs. the DCU Trinity as Kara Zor-El’s first adventure rockets toward its thrilling conclusion!
SC, 170x258mm, FC £2.60

DREAMWORKS

DREAMWORKS TALES #9
The CGI genius of DreamWorks Animation is celebrated in comic strip form in this fantastic new title from Titan Magazines and such industry giants as Dan Abnett and Tom DeFalco. Join the characters from Bee Movie, Shrek, and Madagascar in this action-packed issue!
SC, 52pg, 230x297mm, FC £2.60

FANTAGRAPHICS

HOUSEWIVES AT PLAY LEZ BE FRIENDS TP
by Rebecca
The bestselling Eros series! Rebecca’s new graphic album demonstrates that you don’t need a welcome basket and a good fence to make nice with the neighbours — just a strong tongue and a willingness to house-sit every once in a while. Lushly rendered pencils bring the bedroom community to life once again. (1-56097-902-X) (978-1-56097-902-9)
MATURE READERS
SC, 48pg, FC £6.99

LUST KINKY ONLINE PERSONAL ADS TP
Edited by Ellen Forney
Ellen Forney’s follow up to her wildly successful I Love Led Zeppelin is a collection of cartoons celebrating the pervy and sometimes sweet online world of personal classified ads. For several years Forney has been illustrating the Seattle alt-weekly The Stranger’s Lustlab classified ads by choosing especially kinky ads and illustrating them in a variety of styles — bold and graphic, fine and detailed, cartoony or elegant, depending on the tone. Here’s the best of the batch! (1-56097-884-8) (978-1-56097-884-8) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
MATURE READERS
SC, 168pg, FC £9.99

MILK MAMA TP
by Yukiyanagi
The stories revolve around gals who are seriously stacked in this omnibus edition from Japan’s most popular ero-manga artist, Yukiyanagi. (1-56097-903-8) (978-1-56097-903-6) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 212pg, b&w £11.99

FUTURAMA

FUTURAMA COMICS #49
Zoidberg heroically spreads goodwill throughout the universe while travelling through time and space in a Port-A-Potty, righting wrongs and restoring order, which begs the question: is the good doctor in the correct sci-fi series this month?
Comic, 297x230mm, FC £2.60

JUSTICE LEAGUE

JUSTICE LEAGUE LEGENDS #10
The epic crossover event, “The Lightning Saga” continues as more of the mysteries surrounding the time-travelling legionnaires are uncovered by the two super-teams! The super-heroic war continues, and Green Arrow and Black Canary have a Special Ops mission to fulfil.
SC, 76pg, 170x258mm, FC £2.60

MARVEL COMICS

Fresh from the House of Ideas, a new batch of books featuring some of the world's greatest super-heroes!

ASTONISHING X-MEN VOLUME 4: UNSTOPPABLE UK
The action comes to its climatic conclusion in this the final volume of Joss Whedon’s acclaimed series. The drama moves from Earth to across the cosmos to the alien planet of Breakworld, as the X-Men struggle to save our planet from obliteration! Also, the question as to whether Colossus is the prophesied destroyer of Breakworld is answered! Reprints Astonishing X-Men #19-24 and Giant-Size Astonishing X-Men #1. (9781905239795)
SC, 192pg, FC £11.99

MARVEL MASTERWORKS: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 1965 UK
During the 1960s the world was changing, especially in the realm of comics as two comic creators collaborated on what were to become some of the most influential Super Heroes of all time –– and brought forth the Marvel Age of Comics. Marvel Masterworks: Amazing Spider-Man 1965 is the third in a series of volumes collecting these incredible adventures in a year-by-year format for comic book readers everywhere to enjoy and discover the tales that created a legend. Reprints Amazing Spider-Man Vol.1 #20-31 and Amazing Spider-Man Annual #2. (9781905239801)
SC, 284pg, FC £14.99

ASTONISHING SPIDER-MAN VOLUME 2 #22
The House of M continues! Can it be true, is Peter Parker really the Green Goblin? After J. Jonah Jameson’s shocking revelation to the World that Spider-Man is not a mutant but actually human, Peter’s life has been thrown into freefall. How is his family going to cope with this devastating blow? Plus, the wall-crawler and the she-devil with a sword are reunited once again! When an ancient evil returns, warping New York and its citizens to suit its needs, Spider-Man finds himself in a battle to save reality! Now, all he needs is a worthy ally and there’s only one woman fit for the task — Red Sonja! Plus, classic adventure as the web-slinger and Thunderball tussle in a real battle royale! Also, the heartwarming tale of “The Kid Who Collects Spider-Man!” Story and art by Mark Waid, Tom Peyer, Salvador Larroca, Michael Avon Oeming, Mel Rubi, Roger Stern, John Romita Jr., & Ron Frenz! Includes material reprinted from Spider-Man: House of M #4, Spider-Man/Red Sonja #1, and Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1 #245!
SC, 76pg £2.50

ASTONISHING SPIDER-MAN VOLUME 2 #23
76 pages! Brace yourselves, True Believers, for the startling conclusion to Spider-Man: House of M! Is it all over for Spider-Man and his family? With the House of M disgraced by the revelation that Spider-Man is actually a Homo Sapien, they crack down on all humans! But what can the webbed wonder do to make it all right? Also, the evil sorcerer Kulan Gath has transformed New York into a nightmare, and Spider-Man finds himself in a deadly battle with the beautiful warrior-woman Red Sonja! And as if that wasn’t bad enough, Venom’s on the prowl! Plus, classic action as Spider-Man encounters the new and improved Hobgoblin! Story and art by Mark Waid, Tom Peyer, Salvador Larroca, Michael Avon Oeming, Mel Rubi, Roger Stern, & John Romita Jr.! Includes material reprinted from Spider-Man: House of M #5, Spider-Man 2099 #3 and Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1 #246!
SC, 76pg £2.50

AVENGERS UNITED #90
76 pages! The Avengers confront the Silver Samurai — but face treachery from within their own ranks! Ronin’s identity is revealed at last! Plus: The Black Panther battles the Death Tiger! Also: classic action as the Grey Gargoyle attacks! Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis, David Finch, Joe Casey, Will Rosado, David Michelinie, John Byrne, Stan Lee, & Jack Kirby! Includes material reprinted from New Avengers #13, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes II #7, Avengers (Vol. 1) #191, and The Mighty Thor #129.
SC, 76pg £2.50

ESSENTIAL X-MEN #162
76 pages! The House of M saga continues! The X-Men and New Avengers regain their minds and realize that the world has been changed — but do they want to put it back again? Meanwhile, Marvel Girl and Psylocke clash with the Marauders! Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis, Olivier Coipel, Chris Claremont, & Chris Bachalo! Includes material reprinted from House of M #5-6 and Uncanny X-Men #464.
SC, 76pg £2.50

FANTASTIC FOUR ADVENTURES #36
76 pages! As Earth faces an alien invasion, the Fantastic Four must decide whether to join the fight — or attempt to change their own history! Don’t miss the astonishing climax of “The End!” Plus: the Thing takes on a squad of Hulk robots in Arcade’s Murderland! Also: another classic 1960s FF adventure! Story and art by Alan Davis, Dan Slott, Andrea Divito, Stan Lee, & Jack Kirby! Includes material reprinted from Fantastic Four Vol. 1 #34, Fantastic Four: The End #6, and The Thing Vol. 2 #3.
SC, 76pg £2.50

MARVEL LEGENDS #16
76 pages! Crossbones and the Red Skull’s daughter, Sin, are back and how! They’re carving up the American Midwest and racking up the body count to boot! Captain America and Agent 13 are assigned to bring them down. However, whilst they’re about Cap wants to see if he can also uncover the whereabouts of the Winter Soldier, better known as his old partner Bucky Barnes! Plus, “Iron Man: House of M” continues! Iron Man versus the Sentinel! Tony Stark versus Howard Stark! Who will win, or is there more to this battle than meets the eye? Also, trapped in his mortal guise of Jake Olson, Thor’s life hangs by a thread! To make matters worse, his evil half-brother Loki returns and the Destroyer is released! Story and art by Ed Brubaker, Lee Weeks, Greg Pak, Pat Lee, Dan Jurgens, & Walter Taborda! Includes material reprinted from Captain America #10, House of M: Iron Man #1, and The Mighty Thor Vol. 2 #36!
SC, 76pg £2.50

MIGHTY WORLD OF MARVEL #66
76 pages! The most powerful Defenders have decided to take control of the human race — watch out for the birth of The Order! Also: Hawkeye’s back from the dead — and She-Hulk wants to keep him that way! Plus: Ghost Rider clashes with Lucifer once more! Story and art by Jo Duffy, Kurt Busiek, Matt Haley, Dan Slott, Juan Bobillo, Daniel Way, & Richard Corben! Includes material reprinted from The Order #1, She-Hulk Vol. 3 #2, and Ghost Rider Vol. 2 #7.
SC, 76pg £2.50

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN & X-MEN #78
76 pages! Dark and evil predators stalk the night as Spider-Man has a deadly encounter with Blade and Morbius, the living vampire! Also, there’s more emotional upheaval for Peter Parker as MJ confronts him over his relationship with Kitty Pryde! Plus, life has moved on for the students of the supposedly dead Professor X. As Cyclops, Marvel Girl and Storm attempt to make The Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters a success they are unaware that there are dark forces moving against them! Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Bagley, Robert Kirkman and Ben Oliver! Includes material reprinted from Ultimate Spider-Man #95 and Ultimate X-Men #81!
SC, 52pg £1.99

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN & X-MEN #79
Spider-Man finds himself caught in a war between Morbius and his fellow vampires! But can the web-slinger trust his blood-sucking ally? Plus, Nightcrawler tries to join the dispossessed mutants, known as the Morlocks, but finds a not so warm reception and Bishop and Storm begin to recruit a new team of X-Men! Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Bagley, Robert Kirkman, & Pascal Alixe! Includes material reprinted from Ultimate Spider-Man #96 and Ultimate X-Men #82!
SC, 52pg £1.99

WOLVERINE & DEADPOOL #149
76 pages! A “House of M” crossover! Logan is on the run — and it’s SHIELD agent Mystique’s job to try and bring him back! Can the renegade human terrorist Nick Fury be the key? Plus: Deadpool battles T-Ray as the stunning truth is revealed about Wade Wilson’s past! Story and art by Daniel Way, Javier Saltares, Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray, Joe Linsner, Joe Kelly, & Pete Woods! Includes material reprinted from Wolverine Vol. 2 #34-35, and Deadpool #32.
SC, 76pg £2.50

NBM

MISS DD VOLUME 5 TP
by Chiyoji
As our new artist finds new inspiration for his XXX stories, he finds that his rival with the girl of his dreams is a woman! How does he react? By joining in! (1-56163-520-0) (978-1-56163-520-7)
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 96pg £5.99

PALACE OF A THOUSAND PLEASURES TP
by Colin Murray
Vikki is abducted by the vile Lord Randolph to do his perverted bidding and its Dobbin to the rescue! They sneak out with the help of a fabulously rich Sultan who longs for Vikki in his harem of lush beauties from all over the world. The tongue-in-cheek romp with gorgeous pinup art continues! (1-56163-516-2) (978-1-56163-516-0)
ADULT MATERIAL
SC, 48pg £6.99

SIMPSONS

SIMPSONS PRESENTS BART SIMPSON COMIC #25
In this month’s plethora of pint-sized pranks and parodies, Springfield’s merry mischief maker, Bart Simpson, wins a shopping spree at Krusty’s Land of Misfit Toys. Meanwhile, Maggie and Moe take a trip to Wall E. Weasel’s, stumble into a plot of international intrigue, and come face to face with another crime solving babysitting duo!
SC, 68pg, 230x297mm, FC £2.99

SIMPSONS COMICS #142
Ala-diddly-addin and his magic lamp. Apu Baba and the four thieves. SinBart the sailor. They’re all here as Sheherezade fights for her life by weaving an abridged and unadulterated Arabian nighttime adaptation for King Moemar Shahryar!
SC, 52pg, 230x297mm, FC £2.60

SIMPSONS TREASURE TROVE #7
Like a caveman brought back to life, the earliest Simpsons stories walk the earth once more. Simpsons Treasure Trove brings you the very best tales from Springfield.
SC, 68pg, 148x210mm, FC £2.50

SPONGEBOB

SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS #41
Ahoy there, fellow crustaceans! Are you ready for more adventures with your pal SpongeBob? Feel closer to Bikini Bottom than ever before with issue 41 of SpongeBob SquarePants!
SC, 52pg, 230x297mm, FC £2.60

SUPERMAN

SUPERMAN LEGENDS #13
Superman battles the physical embodiment of kryptonite! The second half of the epic “Camelot Falls” tale begins here, as Arion the Sorceror makes his plans for the planet — and for Superman’s future — known to the world! Plus, the beginning of a brand new story, co-written by the director of Superman: The Movie. “Last Son” features a bold new chapter in the life of Superman, with an epic scale, and sweeping changes to his life, and that of his supporting cast! You can’t miss it!
SC, 76pg, 170x258mm, FC £2.60

TANOSHIMI

AIR GEAR 7 TP
by Oh! Great
Ikki Minami is a junior high school student with a dream — to become the best Air Track player in town. It won’t be easy, as he faces a lot of competition from boys and girls alike. What is Air Track? Just the latest craze that involves taking a two-wheel inline skate and adding a motor, new suspension, and a shock absorber to enable the wearer to execute the wildest, wackiest, most aggressive moves you can imagine. Ikki has a lot to learn as he fights his way to the top in this wild, sexy manga. (0-09-950685-8) (978-0-09-950685-0) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 208pg, b&w £6.99

TITAN

BATMAN KILLING JOKE DELUXE HC
by Alan Moore & Brian Bolland
The classic Batman tale by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland returns in an all-new special edition! This edition — celebrating the 20th anniversary of the landmark work — features all-new coloring by Bolland, and includes the story “An Innocent Guy,” previously featured in Batman: Black And White! (1-84576-772-1) (978-1-84576-772-3)
HC, 64pg, FC £11.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A NEMI 1 TP
by Lisa Myhre
If you’re a fan of Lenore and Emily the Strange, you don’t want to miss the hilarious first volume of Nemi, the cult vegetarian, cynical romantic, hilariously honest twenty-something goth superstar, in this collection of strips penned by gorgeous Norwegian artist, Lisa Myhre! Hang out with Nemi and her friends, including her flatmate, the blue-haired Cyan; hear her opinions on romance and dating; watch her watch TV in her untidy apartment; learn how she feels about birch trees, spiders and blondes; and generally experience the highs and lows of being Nemi! (1-84576-586-9) (978-1-84576-586-6)
SC, 144pg, FC £9.99

STAR WARS THE FORCE UNLEASHED TP
by Haden Blackman, Brian Ching, & David Ross
LucasArts’ game The Force Unleashed is poised to be the Star Wars event of the year. The gameplay promises to be stunning, but we think it’s the story that will blow you away. Revealed here are the origins of Darth Vader’s secret apprentice, the deadly missions on which he was sent to track down and destroy Jedi, and the awesome decision he is forced to make that will, literally, change the way you look at the Star Wars saga! Scripted by the game’s author, Haden Blackman, this graphic novel can be enjoyed alone, or as a companion to the amazing new game. (1-84576-700-4) (978-1-84576-700-6)
SC, 104pg, FC £14.99

WALLACE & GROMIT 6 CRACKING CAPERS TP
by Dan Abnett & Jimmy Hansen
Wallace and Gromit, stars of their very own Oscar-winning movie, return for more comic strip extravaganzas with Shaun the Sheep and the dastardly Feathers McGraw! In the first of four incredible adventures, Gromit is kidnapped by Feathers, forcing Wallace to rob a bank! There’s more invention madness in the next tale when Wallace’s creations go haywire; our heroes get mixed up in the hunt for a UFO; and finally there’s mind swap mayhem as Shaun and Gromit accidentally exchange brains! (1-84576-363-7) (978-1-84576-363-3)
SC, 48pg, FC £8.99

TRANSFORMERS

TRANSFORMERS COMIC #9
More on what happened just before the smash-hit movie, as Megatron pursues the All-Spark to Earth, with the Autobots in hot pursuit! Plus, the second Beast Wars continue on the prehistoric Earth!
SC, 52pg, 230x297mm, FC £2.60

VIZ COMIC

VIZ COMIC #173 – MARCH 2008
Go on, inject some juvenile humour into your life with the latest issue of Viz! It’ll leave you laughing like the village idiot! Over 25 years old and a British institution, Viz is better than ever! Inside each issue you’ll find unbelievable top tips, the famous letters page, Roger Mellie’s updated Profanisaurus page, poor quality jokes, and comic strips featuring all... well, some of your favourite characters. What more do you need?
SC, 208pg, b&w £2.80

YEN

BLACK GOD 2 TP
by Dall-Young Kim & Sung-Woo Park
The flashy but cold-blooded Hojo Mikami makes his debut and a battle for pride as a “Motosumitama” ensues between Kuro and Mikami. Who will emerge victorious, and exactly why do the Motosumitama need a contract with human beings? (0-7595-2841-1) (978-0-7595-2841-3)
SC, 208pg, FC £5.99

ZOMBIE-LOAN 2 TP
Chika Akatsuki and Shito Tachibana survived an otherwise fatal accident by making a deal with the Zombie-Loan office. Now they repay their debt as undead agents of the office by dispatching zombies. Having learned their secret, shy Michiru Kita, who possesses the “shinigami eyes” — the ability to spot those about to die and to identify the walking dead — is bullied into working with the two boys. But can she survive life as a bounty hunter? (0-7595-2836-5) (978-0-7595-2836-9)
SC, 192pg, FC £5.99

MAGAZINES

BIZARRE

BIZARRE – #134 MARCH 2008
Dr. Wiseman, the man searching for the world’s funniest joke, says: “Bizarre is a great magazine. It’s creative and open-minded… I like to know what has caught the public’s imagination.” Now the latest issue of Bizarre will tell you what has, as it provides you with a glimpse into a world where an obsession with Fred West is not necessarily a bad thing. It’s packed with hard-hitting reportage, features, unbelievable photos, features on life in the extreme, plus back-alley babes and gorgeous Goths in the “Bizarre Beauties” section! Get your copy now!
Magazine £3.50

CHARMED

CHARMED MAGAZINE #21
Want to get the Charmed look? Then don’t miss the latest issue of Charmed Magazine! It’s question time with FAQs from eight seasons of the hit show and the Charmed novels are reviewed and rated. Plus, take a look behind-the-scenes to find out how Charmed was made!
Magazine, FC, 297x215mm £3.75

DOCTOR WHO

DOCTOR WHO ADVENTURES #50-53
Doctor Who Adventures is a fantastic fortnightly magazine for young kids who love Doctor Who. The magazine will immerse you into the Doctor’s world, taking you on an adventure into time and space. Full of monsters and creatures, action, excitement, adventure and humour, it is a must-have for young fans of the successful and acclaimed TV series.
Magazine £1.99 Ea.

DOCTOR WHO: BATTLES IN TIME MAGAZINE #37-38
In every issue of this fantastic magazine you’ll come face to face with the scariest Doctor Who monsters, take your card battles to the next level, and test your wits with fantastic games and puzzles. Plus, learn tactics for building killer decks and find out all about the rares, super-rares, and ultra-rares in the collection! A must-have read for every Doctor Who and gaming fan!
Magazine £2.50 Ea.


FILM & TV

TOTAL FILM #139
Total Film is the UK’s sharpest, funniest, and most informative movie magazine. It gives you the definitive movie information that you will need each month to guide you through the latest cinema and DVD releases. Covering Hollywood blockbusters to independent and world cinema, Total Film has reviews, revealing features, exclusive photos and previews, and unrivalled access to the hottest stars and movie makers in the industry. Essential for fans of all aspects of film.
Magazine £3.70

MARVEL

THE CLASSIC MARVEL FIGURINE COLLECTION #64-65
Your friendly neighbourhood Classic Marvel Figurine Collection keeps on coming! Fully authorised figurines with an amazing magazine make this a series in a super-league of its own! Meet the greatest heroes and villains of all time. Handcrafted and painted, each figurine is based on an original piece of Marvel artwork, officially approved by Marvel. Each magazine accompanying the figurines gives you a detailed history and background on the featured characters — including exclusive images and interviews. Issues #64 and #65 of this fantastic magazine are scheduled to include figurines of Dormammu and Black Bolt, respectively.
#64 Magazine, FC £5.99
#65 Magazine, FC £5.99

NEO

NEO #43
NEO is a UK-based explosion of super cool Asian entertainment, covering everything from the latest Hong Kong action flicks to hit the cinema, to detailed background guides to new anime, and even serialisations of hot manga titles. In every issue of the mag, you’ll find features, previews, reviews and guides for the latest anime, manga, Asian movies and games, all written by a team of expert journalists from the UK, US, and Japan.
SC, 100pg, FC £3.95

PRISON BREAK

PRISON BREAK #7
Issue 7 brings you an exclusive interview with Amaury Nolasco as he talks about Season 3! Meet the real life Michael and Sara, and test your knowledge in the “Prison Break Quiz!” Plus all the Joliet secrets revealed!
Magazine, FC, 297x215mm £3.75

STAR TREK

STAR TREK MAGAZINE #137
Celebrating 15 years of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine! Featuring an exclusive interview with Avery Brooks, and all the latest on movie news — this is your official guide to all things Star Trek!
Magazine, FC, 297x215mm £4.99

STAR WARS

STAR WARS COMIC #4.33
“It is a dark time for the Rebellion… Imperial troops have driven the rebel forces from their hidden base and pursued them across the galaxy.” Star Wars Comic continues the battle between good and evil, Rebellion and Empire, Jedi and Sith!
Comic, 52pg, FC, 230x297mm £2.60
RESOLICITED

STAR WARS: THE OFFICIAL FIGURINE COLLECTION #52-54
The latest issues of the wonderful Star Wars Official Figurine Collection are here! Each issue includes information, anecdotes, details, and in-depth articles about all aspects of the saga. Plus there will be a superb hand-painted Star Wars figurine of one of the major characters, spaceships, or vehicles of the Star Wars universe, each one especially commissioned and approved by Lucasfilm. A must have for every Star Wars fan and collector. Issues #52-54 are scheduled to include figurines of Rebel Trooper on Hoth Planet, Dengar, and Super Battle Droid, respectively. (CAUT: 0-0-4)
#52 Magazine, FC £5.99
#53 Magazine, FC £5.99
#54 Magazine, FC £5.99

SUPERNATURAL

SUPERNATURAL #1
Scary just got a whole lot sexier with the debut of Supernatural Magazine. Catch all the latest news and gossip of your favourite show, including exclusive interviews with the two leading men — Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles. Want to know how it all began? We delve into the origins of Supernatural. Plus, get a sneak peek behind the scenes with a “Making the Monsters” special. Packed with everything you wanted to know and more in the first issue about one of the spookiest shows around.
Magazine, 297x215mm, FC £3.75

TORCHWOOD

TORCHWOOD #2
In the latest issue of Torchwood magazine find out what Martha did next as Freema Agyeman is back in action! Featuring exclusive interviews from the latest episodes and a sneak peek at the special effects as we go behind the scenes! Plus, your chance to win exclusive Torchwood audio books.
Magazine, 297x215mm, FC £3.75

BOOKS

COMICS

ROBERT CRUMB’S SEX OBSESSIONS LTD ED
by R. Crumb
Robert Crumb has selected his most intimately revealing comic strips and single page drawings to create a 256 page encyclopaedic trip through his sexual psyche. All images were created between 1980 and 2006, and all strips are coloured for a lush vibrancy never seen in his comic books. In total, the book features 14 complete stories, as well as 62 single page drawings. This signed, slipcased, limited edition of 1,000 copies is a work of art in itself, with every part of the book — case, front and back covers, spine, introduction, and pre-introduction pages — created for this project by Robert Crumb. (3-8228-2540-2) (978-3-8228-2540-2) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 258pg, FC £350.00

DOCTOR WHO

DOCTOR WHO 105 THE CONDEMNED CD
by Eddie Robson
Starring Colin Baker as the sixth Doctor. Also features behind the scenes interviews with members of the cast. (1-84435-314-1) (978-1-84435-314-9)
CD (x2) £14.99

DOCTOR WHO AND THE SPACE WAR CD
Read by Geoffrey Beevers
The year is 2540, and two powers loom large in the galaxy — Earth and Draconia. After years of peace, their spaceships are now being mysteriously attacked and cargoes rifled. Each suspects the other, and full-scale war seems unavoidable. The Doctor, accused of being a Draconian spy, is thrown into prison. And only when the master appears on the scene do things really begin to move… (1-4056-7796-7) (978-1-4056-7796-1)
CD (x4) £17.99

DOCTOR WHO BRAIN OF MORBIUS CD
Read by Tom Baker. For the first time on audio, this is an abridged reading of a classic Doctor Who novelisation, based on a serial from the original TV series. Why do so many spaceships crash land on Karn, a bleak, lonely, and seemingly deserted planet? Are they doomed by the mysterious powers of the strange, black-robed Sisterhood, jealously guarding their secret of eternal life? Or does the mad Dr. Solon, for some evil purpose of his own, need the bodies of the victims — and more especially, the body of Doctor Who? (1-4056-7798-1) (978-1-4056-7798-8) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD (x4) £17.99

DOCTOR WHO MAX WARP CD
by Jonathan Morris
Welcome to Max Warp! Broadcasting live from the Sirius Inter-G Cruiser Show, and hosted by outspoken columnist and media personality Geoffrey Vantage, with spaceship-guru-extraordinaire O’Reilley and daredevil pilot Timbo “The Ferret.” When a test flight of the new Kith Sunstorm ends in disaster, the Sirius Exhibition Station is plunged into a web of murder and intrigue. Someone — or something — is trying to reignite a war between the Varlon Empire and the Kith Oligarchy. As the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance, only two investigators, the Doctor and Lucie, can hope to uncover the truth. This story takes place after the 1996 Doctor Who TV movie and after audio adventure Dead London and features special guest Graeme Garden. (1-84435-305-2) (978-1-84435-305-7) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
CD £10.99

FICTION

MATTER TP
by Iain M. Banks
There was nobody of her own kind within several thousand light years of where Djan Seriy Anaplian sat. However, news from her home world of Sursamen would still reach her. Djan Seriy Anaplian is, after all, a member of Special Circumstances — a troubleshooter for the Culture, intervening when necessary to ensure that order and balance is maintained throughout the galaxy; and Special Circumstances get to hear about most things. The news itself, unfortunately, is not good. Her father has died. Her brother too, it seems, both in the latest war against a neighbouring kingdom. Anaplian must journey home, but while she does so, another will seek her out, for someone on Sursamen believes her to be their last hope. What neither of them know is that she might be the last hope for Sursamen itself. (1-84149-417-8) (978-1-84149-417-3) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 544pg £18.99

BOUNDARY PB
by Eric Flint & Ryk E. Spoor
What is a palaeontologist doing on Mars? Pushing her boundaries… The find was made by a teenager. A “funny fossil” no one had seen before out in the middle of the Arizona desert. And right in the middle of controversy: the strangely shaped fossil could help explain one of the greatest mysteries of Earth’s past, the great die-off at the KT boundary. It warranted a big dig, one that could lead to the mother lode, and professional immortality. But what Dr. Helen Sutter didn’t realize was that it would take her all the way to Mars… (1-4165-5525-0-2) (978-1-4165-5525-0-4) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 544pg £5.50

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A BRIDGE OF THE SEPARATOR PB
by Turtledove
Bridge of the Separator is a welcome addition to the saga of the Videssian Empire. It reveals the history of a character only hinted at in seven earlier novels and fleshes out the internal theo-politics of the empire in a manner which has only been examined previously in the short story “The Seventh Chapter.” (1-4165-2139-9) (978-1-4165-2139-6) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 464pg £5.50

MANXOME FOE HC
by John Ringo & Travis S. Taylor
Just when you thought the alien space monsters were defeated, here they come again. Only the crew of the good ship Vorpal Blade can save us now… (1-4165-5521-8) (978-1-4165-5521-6) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 416pg, FC £25.00

MILES IN LOVE HC & TP
by Lois McMaster Bujold
The explosively charismatic Miles Vorkosigan stars in two full-length novels and a novella of space adventure by a New York Times bestselling author. Simultaneous hardcover and trade paperback publication! (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC (1-4165-5522-6) (978-1-4165-5522-30)—448pg £12.50
TP (1-4165-5547-1) (978-1-4165-5547-6)—448pg £8.99

RING OF FIRE 2 HC
by David Weber, Mercedes Lackey, K.D. Wentworth, Dave Freer, & Eric Flint
Return to the alternate universe of 1632 and 1633 as the top writers of alternate history and military sci-fi join forces in the shared-universe volume of the year. Continuing the story begun in the hit novels 1632 and 1633, the New York Times bestselling creator of Honor Harrington, David Weber, the best-selling fantasy star Mercedes Lackey, space adventure author K.D. Wentworth, Dave Freer, co-author of the hit novels Rats, Bats & Vats and Pyramid Scheme, and Eric Flint himself combine their considerable talents in a shared-universe volume that’s a must-have for any reader of 1632 and 1633. (1-4165-7387-9) (978-1-4165-7387-6)
HC, 448pg £16.99

RUBY DICE HC
by Catherine Asaro
Two men, two empires. Jaibriol ruled the Eubian Concord: over two trillion people across more than a thousand worlds and habitats. Kelric ruled the Skolian Imperialate. War had come before-ten years ago, Jaibriol had lost his parents in the final battle of the Radiance War between the Concord and the Imperialate-and it might come again, devastating vast swathes of the galaxy. Neither Jaibriol nor Kelric wanted war, but neither was complete master of his realm. And each hid a secret that, if revealed, might be his downfall. Jaibriol was a secret psion, with telepathic abilities, and to be a psion in the Eubian Concord was to be a contemptible slave, eventually to be tortured for the pleasure of the slave’s owner. Kelric, years ago, had disappeared for nearly two decades. He had been a prisoner and slave on the planet Coban, part of neither empire, until he had managed to escape. And if the Skolian Imperialate knew of his captivity, there would be demands for vengeance, ravaging Coban — and killing the wife and children Kelric had left behind when he escaped. Neither man knew how much longer he could keep his secret — nor how much longer they could hold back the threat of a war that could incinerate hundreds of inhabited worlds. (1-4165-5514-5) (978-1-4165-5514-8)
HC, 400pg £14.99

SOME GOLDEN HARBOUR HC
by David Drake
The tyrannical Alliance continues its war against the Republic of Cinnabar, and Daniel Leary, newly promoted to Commander, and his crew have a new mission: stop Dunbar’s World from falling to an invasion by the planet Pellgrino. Only one man is in a position to aid Leary, but the rich and powerful would rather see him fail than succeed in stopping the invasion. Leary must somehow overcome a large entrenched force defended by plasma cannon and missiles and backed up by a heavily armed warship in orbit, all while commanding only a small and virtually unarmed spacecraft. But Leary again has the help of Signals Officer Adele Mundy, who can make computer networks do the apparently impossible. Leary, Mundy, and the crew of the Princess Cecile have gone up against impossible odds before… and their opponents in those victorious missions are still wondering just what hit them. (1-4165-5524-2) (978-1-4165-5524-7)
HC, 496pg £5.50

STRANGE RELATIONS PB
by Philip Jose Farmer
Two complete novels and five novelettes that broke new ground in science fiction and established Philip Jose Farmer as a master of the genre: The Lovers; Flesh; Strange Relations; and more! (1-4165-5526-9) (978-1-4165-5526-1)
SC, 336pg £5.50

TRANSHUMAN HC
Edited by Mark L. Van Name & T.K.F. Weisskopf
Leading science fiction writers explore the adventures awaiting humanity as the ever-accelerating advancement of technology blurs the lines between the real and the virtual, the human and the computer. (1-4165-5523-4) (978-1-4165-5523-0) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
HC, 416pg, FC £14.50

FILM & TV

SMALLVILLE: THE OFFICIAL SEASON 6 COMPANION TP
by Craig Byrne
Smallville is one of the hottest shows on TV! Now let Craig Byrne, who runs the popular website kryptonsite.com, guide you through the stunning sixth season, featuring Clark and Lex becoming sworn enemies, and the first appearance of the legendary Justice League team, along with Green Arrow, Jimmy Olsen, and Martian Manhunter! As always, the companion is packed with exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets, music trivia, and a complete episode guide with a full colour section! (1-84576-656-3) (978-1-84576-656-6) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
SC, 176pg, FC £12.99

VIDEOS

WITCHBLADE

WITCHBLADE ANIMATED VOLUME 1 DVD
Masane Amaha is a woman on the fringe of society, but her strange destiny was written ages past. She has been chosen from the anonymous depths of history, a fresh host for the coveted artifact known as the Witchblade. The raw power of conquering armies courses through her veins, the taste of death sweet on her lips — aggression married with brutal birth in the tires of an eternal lust for battle. Struggling to build a life with her daughter, with no memory of the past and no clue as to her future, Masane Amaha will be forever scarred by her salvation... And many will step forward to see it. (CAUT: 0-0-1)
DVD £19.99

TOYS

DOCTOR WHO
Presenting a fantastic new series of Doctor Who collectibles! Each 35mm figure is a collectible or gaming piece. There are 26 figures to collect: 12 common, 8 uncommon, and 6 rare. Look out for the Doctor, companions, Daleks, Cybermen, and other creatures. Also available is a collection of 12cm ships. There are six to collect, including the Tardis and the Judoon Cruiser. Each ship also comes with a bonus 35mm figure of the ship’s captain. Everything you could ever need to stage your own intergalactic Doctor Who adventures is right here!

DOCTOR WHO MICROVERSE FIGURE 3-PACK
Each pack contains three 35mm figures. (02584) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Figures SRP: PI

DOCTOR WHO MICROVERSE FIGURE 7-PACK
Each pack contains seven 35mm figures. (02585) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Figures SRP: PI

DOCTOR WHO MICROVERSE SHIPS
Six 12cm ships to collect. Each includes a bonus 35mm figure of the ship’s captain. (02727) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Figures SRP: PI

TELEVISION

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA ADMIRAL CAIN ACTION FIGURE
This addition to the hugely popular Battlestar Galactica action figure range is sure to be a fan favourite, and a big seller. From the upcoming BSG mini-movie Razor, this 6” action figure features the no nonsense commander of the Battlestar Pegasus: Admiral Cain! This figure features 20 points of articulation and a variety of accessories from the hit series. This figure is a fantastic likeness to the tough as nails leader played by actress Michelle Forbes! (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Figure SRP: £11.99

MODELS

MARVEL HEROES

X-MEN DIORAMA WOLVERINE & SHADOWCAT
Perched upon a severed Sentinel boot, Wolverine surveys the battlefield while Shadowcat phases through the boot. Together with Kitty’s pet dragon, Lockheed, they prepare to confront the next wave of mutant hunters. Completing the X-Men vs. Sentinel diorama series, this third piece is intricately detailed, from the Sentinel’s exposed inner mechanisms to Lockheed’s wings. Each piece is hand-cast of the highest quality polystone and hand painted to exacting standards, and the underside of each base is individually hand-numbered. (SS9016) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Diorama SRP: £260.00

MOVIES

TERMINATOR 2 T-800 BATTLE DAMAGED BUST
Behold the T-800 Battle Damaged Mini-Bust. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s likeness has been expertly reproduced in approximately 1:6 scale, cast in solid, high-quality polystone, and is mounted on a base inspired by the film. Armed with his grenade launcher in hand and marked by the scars of battle, the T-800 bust will enhance any collection. (SS83221) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Bust SRP: £44.99

STAR WARS

STAR WARS YODA VS COUNT DOOKU DIORAMA
Jedi Master Yoda and Count Dooku battle over the fate of the young Jedi Knights in this dazzling diorama depiction. The piece captures an epic moment, as Yoda leaps into the air with his lightsaber blazing, forcing Dooku into a defensive stance. Each diorama is cast in the highest quality polystone, hand-finished and hand-painted to exacting standards. Measures approximately 1:9 scale, standing over 10 inches tall. This outstanding scene will make a dramatic addition to any Star Wars collection! (SS2203) (CAUT: 0-0-4)
Diorama SRP: £175.00

COLLECTIBLES AND NOVELTIES

TELEVISION

24 NOVELTIES
24 is one of the most gripping hours on television, fueled by pulse-pounding action and political intrigue. Toast Jack Bauer by picking up a mug or pint glass, with a keychain or badge to boot! Maybe you can get into some Black Ops action of your own! (CAUT: 0-0-4)
24 WHITE CTU—Mug SRP: £9.99
24 BLACK—Mug SRP: £9.99
24 BLACK—Coffee Mug SRP: £11.99
24—Pint Glass SRP: £7.99
24 CTU PIN—Badge SRP: £9.99
24 CTU METAL—Keychain SRP: £7.99
24 CTU SEAL—Sticker SRP: £1.99

24 IN YOUR POCKET
First time in Previews UK! So you’ve locked your door behind you, CTU metal keychain firmly in hand, and are settling in with a cold beverage in your 24 pint glass. Yet as you gaze at the CTU badge in your hand, lazily turning it over in quiet contemplation, you can’t help thinking that somehow, there must be something more. There just must be more than this. Consider those moments of faint hope gloriously fulfilled! The 24 In Your Pocket is here for the taking! Have the gruff baritone of Jack Bauer at the ready, any time, any place. Six phrases are yours at the simple touch of a button, foremost among them: “Damn it!”; “Right here, right now you’re gonna face justice!”; “We don’t have time for your personality disorder.”; and “I’m gonna need a hack saw.” Don’t miss this crucial addition to your 24 collection!
Novelty SRP: £8.99