www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVII #12 January 2008  

Independent Comic Publishers
(Companies beginning with D)


D. E. / DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT

THE DARKNESS VS EVA #1
by Leah Moore, John Reppion, & Edgar Salazar
Top Cow and Dynamite are at it again, this time pitting the Darkness against the ass-kicking daughter of Dracula (and slayer of all things evil and undead), Eva. See the two meet for the first time ever! While Eva hunts the streets, slaying the undead and unclean among a marked increase in paranormal activity, Jackie Estacado is having a bit of a problem with both his Darkness and Darklings as strange new forces vie for control of the city, and its newly awakened supernatural presence! Written by Leah Moore and John Reppion, and drawn by Edgar Salazar, this first issue also features three incredible covers from Paul (Red Sonja) Renaud (50%), Brett (Anita Blake) Booth (25%), and Edgar Salazar (25%).
MATURE THEMES
REGULAR COVER—32pgs, FC (1of 4) SRP: $3.50
FOIL COVER—32pgs, FC (1of 4) PI

THE BOYS #16
by Garth Ennis & Darick Robertson
The most talked about comic of the year continues from Dynamite Entertainment, writer/co-creator Garth Ennis and artist/co-creator Darick Robertson! Hughie discovers that death is not the end as the latest member of Teenage Kix goes walkabout. Meanwhile life gets better for Annie, while Butcher and Mother's Milk enjoy a joke — a very practical joke — at the Seven's expense. And the Frenchman rushes to prevent the Female from making a big mistake in "Good For The Soul," Part Two.
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

ARMY OF DARKNESS/XENA: WHY NOT? #1
by John Layman & Miguel Montenegro
Hey Fanboys! Bruce Campbell meets Lucy Lawless—what else do you need?! The crossover no one asked for — or expected — is finally here! Too big for the movie or television screen, Dynamite presents the ultimate “Why Not?" tale as Ash and Army of Darkness meets Xena the Warrior Princess, in the first issue of this 4-part mini-series event! Written by master… uh, scribe, John Layman and illustrated by Miguel Montenegro, the first issue of this unnecessary adventure finds Ashley J. Williams transported to the world of Xena and Gabrielle, and most importantly Autolycus who bears more than a passing resemblance to our main man Ash. Throw in the Necronomicon, and an evil little Ash taking charge of a group of fairies (the winged kind), and you’ve got yourselves a story! Featuring two covers, one by UDON studios and the other by Fabiano Neves!
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.50

RED SONJA #32
by Joshua Ortega & Fabiano Neves
The next big Red Sonja event continues here! Featuring 5 dynamite all star writers! Beginning with issue #30, Red Sonja is featuring a new, different and special creative team each and every month as we issue #35 approaches! This month, Joshua Ortega (Death Dealer) and artist Fabiano Neves continue to explore the world of the She-Devil as she make her way down the river Styx en route to Hades itself! Ortega spins a dark tale of the path Sonja could have taken, under the guidance of the Dark God! It’s the ultimate “what if” tale of Dark Sonja! Also, look for the special Nat Jones (Death Dealer) cover (50%), as well as alternates by Fabiano Neves (25%), and Adriano Batista (25%)!
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

ZORRO #2
by Matt Wagner & Francesco Francavilla
Dynamite continues the return of yet another Legend as Eisner award-winning writer/artist Matt Wagner unveils the all-new Zorro! Writer, art director, and cover artist Matt Wagner is in command of this all-new “year one” Zorro comic book adventure. Similar in tone and scope to Dynamite’s acclaimed Lone Ranger series, Zorro also features artist Francesco Francavilla who complements Wagner’s pulp action writing! Issue #2 continues the frantic pace set by issue #1 as we learn more about Diego’s past, while in the present, his alter-ego Zorro is making things more and more difficult for the brutal Gonzales as the two come face-to-face! Featuring a cover by Wagner, and a special alternate cover by Mike Mayhew with the incredible colors of Dean White!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: ORIGINS #5
by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau
New Story Arc! Part 1 of 4! Dynamite Entertainment continues their successful run of Galactica “origins” with an all new series focusing on the characters and events of the award-winning Sci Fi series! Veteran Galactica writer Robert Napton comes on board for the first of a four issue “origin” tale featuring the commander of the Galactica, William Adama! Journey back to the first Cylon Wars as we explore the myth and mystery of Adama! Joining Napton for the tale is Origins artist Jonathan Lau, who also provides the cover — the other being a BSG photo cover (50/50)!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50

NEW BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: SEASON ZERO #9
by Brandon Jerwa & Jackson Herbert
The countdown has begun! The 12-issue “season” of New Battlestar Galactica: Season Zero races towards its apocalyptic conclusion in this final story arc! Under the guiding hand of writer Brandon Jerwa, joined by artist Jackson Herbert, Season Zero has been praised for continuing the “unseen” stories of the Galactica Universe. Now, with issue #9, the threads begun in issue #0 continue to wind together as Adama must face the growing presence of Byron Dane, who also happens to be on the radar of the human model Cylons living among the colonies! Featuring two covers, one by Herbert and the other a Galactica Photo Cover (50/50)!
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

SAVAGE TALES #7
by Various
Dynamite continues to present Dynamite creators’ most savage stories ever told! Each issue of the bi-monthly Savage Tales features a rotating cast of characters and creators featuring the savage and brutal worlds of Red Sonja, Thulsa Doom, Hercules, and more! This issue features a Red Sonja debut story by Vito Delsante and Lui Antonio. Also, "Hercules: The Unnamed Task (Part 2)" by Doug Murray and Fabiano Neves. History tells us of the 12 Tasks of Hercules, but writer Doug Murray and artist Fabiano Neves continue to tell us of the very first untold task of the legendary demi-god! Also, "Thulsa Doom: Age of Doom (Part 3)" by Luke Lieberman and Noah Salonga, concluding the explosive origin of Red Sonja villain Thulsa Doom! Plus, the premier of "Quartermain” (Part 1) by Matt Wolpert, and a new adventure featuring the dynamite tales of the legendary adventurer written by Entourage writer, Matt Wolpert! All the action and excitement (and sex and violence) under two “savage” covers, one by Stjepan (The Darkness) Sejic, and the other from artist Fabiano Neves.
MATURE THEMES
48pgs, FC SRP: $4.99
THE LONE RANGER VOLUME 2: LINES NOT CROSSED HC
by Brett Matthews & Sergio Cariello
In Lines Not Crossed the thrilling adventures of the Lone Ranger and Tonto continue from writer Brett Matthews, art director John Cassaday, and interior artist Sergio Cariello (along with colorist Macelo Pinto) as the masked man and his Indian companion find themselves in between frontier justice and a condemned man, all while continuing to make things difficult for Cavendish, who's becoming more unhinged by the actions of this "lone" ranger! This limited hardcover printing also features a complete Cassaday cover gallery plus additional artwork by Paul Pope! Collects issues #7-11. (C: 0-0-2)
HC, 7x10, FC SRP: $19.99

ARMY OF DARKNESS #8: THE LONG ROAD HOME
by James Kuhoric & Michael Raicht, & Fernando Blanco
The adventures of Ashley J. Williams continue in the Army of Darkness #8 from writers James Kuhoric and Mike Raicht, along with artist Fernando Blanco! In the conclusion of “the Long Road Home” Ash faces the Riders of the Apocalypse and the dark demon behind it all as our hero attempts to reverse the course of the “End of Days”! It all comes to an explosive conclusion that finds Ash once again on the receiving end of a swift kick in the ass, courtesy of the Necronomicon! Featuring a cover by fan-favorite artist Fabiano Neves and a special variant cover by Stjepan (The Darkness) Sejic!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50

ADOLESCENT RADIOACTIVE BLACK BELT HAMSTERS #3
by Keith Champagne & Tom Nguyen
Under the watchful eye of original series creator Don Chin, writer Keith Champagne (Countdown: Arena) is joined by artist Tom Nguyen for a comic book series unlike the world has ever seen! Ninjas! Barbarians! Huns! Monks! Hamsters! This series has got it all! After the startling revelations of last issue, the team is assembled, but Ghengis Khann remains large and in charge as he may just hold the key to the Hamsters' past, and future! Look for the special Hamsters alternate cover by Michael Avon (Mice Templar) Oeming!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50

MERCENARIES VOLUME 1 TP
by Brian Reed & Edgar Salazar
The best-selling video game from Pandemic Studios is the next Dynamite Entertainment comic book event, collected here for the very first time! Get ready to join up with the Mercenaries! Mercenaries the game has revolutionized the world of 3rd-person action-shooters by putting players in the middle of real world combat with the kind of freedom only a mercenary enjoys. And now Dynamite's Mercenaries places you in the middle of the action! Featuring covers from red-hot artist Michael Turner, a stellar script from Mercenaries writer Brian Reed (Ms. Marvel, Red Sonja), and art from Dynamite up-n-comer Edgar Salazar, the Mercenaries TP puts you into the middle of the Mercenaries next adventure. Collects issues #1-3, and features a complete cover gallery of Michael Turner’s cover for the series! (C: 0-0-2)
SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $12.99

THE LONE RANGER VOLUME 1 HC
by Matthews, Cassaday, Cariello, White & Bowland
"A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hi-yo Silver. The Lone Ranger!" With those words, fans young and old alike grew to love The Lone Ranger, and now Dynamite Entertainment proudly presents the definitive collection of their all-new Lone Ranger series! Featuring the all-star creative team of writer Brett Matthews, art director and cover artist John (Planetary, Astonishing X-Men) Cassaday, artist Sergio Cariello, colorist Dean White and letterer Simon Bowland, The Lone Ranger has grown to be the most talked about comic of the year! And now, all six issues are presented in one ultimate hardcover collection — the complete story of how John Reid was transformed into The Lone Ranger and, along with his partner Tonto, set a new standard of justice in the Old West! Also features a complete cover gallery featuring all of Cassaday’s covers for the series, and more! Available in a Regular cover edition and a special Previews Exclusive cover edition. (C: 0-1-2)
REGULAR COVER (JAN073522)—HC SRP: $24.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE COVER (JAN073523)—HC SRP: $24.99

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: ZAREK VOLUME 1 TP
by Brandon Jerwa & Adriano Batista
Revealing content from Zarek's own novel, "The Revolution Within," Tom Zarek tells the untold origin of Zarek and the Sagittaron colony. This four-issue series revealed Tom's beginnings, growing up in a loving home amidst a slave state, alongside a Cylon work force — all in the shadow of the First Cylon War. It's through these humble — and tragic — beginnings that he becomes the man we see in Battlestar Galactica today. And this is where you'll learn all about him! Written by Brandon Jerwa, in his most poignant and powerful work to date, and illustrated by Adriano Batista, this must-read collection is available in stunning, cinematic covers by both Batista and Stjepan Sejic! Also features a complete cover gallery and bonus material!
PHOTO EDITION (OCT073416)—SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $14.99
PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE COVER (OCT073415)—SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $14.99

XENA VOLUME 1: CONTEST OF PANTHEONS TP
by John Layman & Fabiano Neves
The first four issues of Dynamite’s all new Xena comic book series — "The Contest of Pantheons" — are collected here! Writer John Layman and artist Fabiano Neves have brought back the Warrior Princess to great acclaim, and now you can see what everyone else is talking about! Xena and her well-loved cast of friends and villains are caught between a feud that reaches all the way up to the heavens as they fight in the "Contest of Pantheons," featuring Xena, Gabrielle, Joxer, Autolycus, and the return of Callisto! Collects Xena, Warrior Princess #1-4, along with a complete cover gallery! (SEP073536)
SC, 7x10, FC SRP: $14.99

HIGHLANDER VOLUME 1: THE COLDEST WAR
by Brandon Jerwa & Michael Avon Oeming, & Lee Moder
From writers Brandon Jerwa and Michael Avon Oeming, artist Lee Moder and a host of cover talent, comes the first softcover collection of the all-new Highlander comic book series! In “the Coldest War,” Connor and a band of companions race to prevent the legacy of the Kurgan from destroying the present day, while in the past, the same group faces the Kurgan himself as the dreaded immortal works to create a race of Soviet Super-Soldiers! This trade paperback collects Highlander #0-5, along with a complete cover gallery featuring art by Tony Harris, Gabrielle Dell’Otto, Stephen Sadowski and Dave Dorman! Available in softcover with a Regular or Previews Exclusive cover, or in hardcover with a Regular or Previews Exclusive cover! (C: 0-1-2)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #3 (MAR073349)
REGULAR COVER—SC, 7x10, 148pgs, FC SRP: $19.99
PX COVER—SC, 7x10, 148pgs, FC SRP: $19.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A THE LONE RANGER #1 DIRECTOR'S CUT
by Brett Matthews & Sergio Cariello
In case you missed out on the first or second printings, Dynamite has prepared the ultimate Director’s Cut Edition of The Lone Ranger #1! This brand-new edition will feature Brett Matthews' original script; Sergio Cariello’s original character designs and thumbnails for the Lone Ranger #1, interviews with the creative team, and a look at the making of a Lone Ranger page!
32pgs, FC SRP: $4.99

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DARE COMICS

HUNTER #2
by Adam Hamdy & David Golding
"Children of the Apocalypse." The Hunter’s search leads him to a former Soviet base in the Urals, where he learns the truth about himself and his kind. But with Sleepers loose in the world, it is impossible for him to know who to trust. Meanwhile, it looks like the attacks on America were not what they seemed. But can anyone get to the truth?
MATURE THEMES
64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A HUNTER #1
by Adam Hamdy & David Golding
After the United States suffers coordinated terror attacks, the Hunter — a CIA operative with extraordinary powers — learns that all is not what it seems. In a world where science has created the Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the most dangerous enemy might not even be human!
MATURE THEMES
64pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

DEL REY

DARK WRAITH OF SHANNARA GN
by Terry Brooks, Robert Napton & Edwin David
Dark Wraith of Shannara is the perfect way to introduce Shannara to a whole new audience! Taking place after the events of The Wishsong of Shannara, the final book in the original Sword of Shannara trilogy, Dark Wraith of Shannara is a tale of magical questions and heroic challenges that will appeal to readers of Tsubasa and other fantasy/adventure manga. Featuring the return of a fan-favorite character — Weapons Master Garet Jax — this new volume will thrill longtime Brooks fans as well. As an added bones, Dark Wraith of Shannara contains a section on the making of the graphic novel, plus a sample chapter from The Wishsong of Shannara.
SC, 5x8, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95

FAIRY TAIL VOLUME 1 GN
by Hiro Mashima
Lucy is a 16-year-old girl, who wants to be a full-fledged mage. One day when visiting Harujion Town, she meets Natsu, a young man who gets sick easily by any type of transportation. But Natsu isnt just any ordinary kid, he's a member of one of the world's most infamous mage guilds — Fairy Tail!
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

FAIRY TAIL VOLUME 2 GN
by Hiro Mashima
Lucy and Natsu's missions for the Fairy Tail Guild continue in this second volume of the series!
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

PRINCESS RESURRECTION VOLUME 3 GN
by Yasanori Mitsunaga
Werewolves, demons, monsters, vampires. All these ferocious creatures are afraid of the same thing: the beautiful Princess Hime, an awesome warrior who fights off the forces off evil with a chainsaw and a smile. Not only does she look great in a tiara, she has magical powers that allow her to raise the dead. She's a girl on a mission, and with the help of her undead servant and a supercute robot, there's no creature of darkness she can't take down!
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

DRAGON EYE VOLUME 4 GN
by Kairi Fujiyama
Ten years ago, a terrible virus swept the globe. It turned its victims into bloodthirsty monsters called Dracules, and the only cure is death. Now, with humankind on the brink of extinction, only the elite warriors of the Vius Squad stand between chaos and civilization. New recruit Leila Mikami is one of the squad's most promising young warriors, but she has another agenda: Her parents were killed by a Dracule, and she's determined to take revenge. To do this, she has to find the Dragon Eye, the magic weapon that will make her the most powerful warrior in the world!
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

LE CHEVALIER D'EON VOLUME 4 GN
by Kiriko Yumeji & Tou Ubukata
A mysterious cult is sacrificing beautiful young women to a demonic force that has promised them the kingdom of France in return for the blood of their victims. Only one man can save Paris from chaos and terror — the Chevalier d’Eon! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

SCHOOL RUMBLE VOLUME 9 GN
by Jin Kobayashi
She is a second-year high school student with a single all-consuming question: Will the boy she likes ever really notice her? He is the school's most notorious juvenile delinquent and he's suddenly come to a shocking realization: He's got a huge crush, and now he must tell her how he feels. Life-changing obsessions, colossal foul-ups, grand schemes, deep-seated anxieties, and raging hormones — School Rumble portrays high school as it really is: over-the-top comedy! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 176pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

THE WALLFLOWER VOLUME 15 GN
by Tomoko Hayakawa
It's a gorgeous, spacious mansion, and four handsome, fifteen-year-old friends are allowed to live in it for free! There's only one condition — that within three years the guys must transform the owner's wallflower niece into a lady befitting the palace in which they all live! How hard can it be? (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $10.95

DENTIBLÙ

PIGSTY OF THE CARIBBEAN #1
by Dentiblù
A comedy-based story acted by a clumsy wild boar, Zannablù, enrolled in a pirate crew by mistake. He finds himself amidst of a dispute between Captain Jazz Barrow and Captain Barbecue — the latter wants to get rid of an odd curse, because of which the moonlight turns him and his crew into business consultants!
48pgs, B&W SRP: $4.95

DESPERADO PUBLISHING

NECESSARY EVIL #5
by Joshua Williamson & J.C. Grande
The staff and students are still dealing with the repercussions of the Academy being discovered by a Superhero, so Anti decides its time for the evil students of Necessary Evil Academy to go on a field trip — to rob a bank! Jacob and Miller go in search for answers about their super-villain mother and her past, starting with who their father really is! Perfect jumping on point for new readers!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

NEGATIVE BURN #19
by Various
The Eagle, Eisner, and Harvey Award nominated anthology returns this month with yet another issue packed with today’s top creators and tomorrow’s brightest talents.
MATURE THEMES
64pgs, B&W SRP: $5.99

DEVIL’S DUE PUBLISHING

POGROM #1 [OF 7]
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched
Retail Price: A - $5.50
Author: Matthew Tomao
Artist: Josh Medors
Cover Artist: Ben Templesmith
Is a man consumed by pure evil capable of redemption? Forged in the fires of sin, a dead torturer is reborn as POGROM, a specter hell-bent upon reclaiming his lost human senses. Battling the Avatars of Sin, Pogrom consumes the suffering of massacre victims, growing in strength. Will this newfound strength draw Pogrom back to his humanity or push him further away? Cover by /30 Days of Night/ creator Ben Templesmith! DVD style special features!

DEMONWARS VOL 2: THE DEMON SPIRIT #1 [OF 3]
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, B&W, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A - $5.50 Cover B - $9.50 (Prestige Cardstock cover)
Writers: R.A. Salvatore
Adapted by: Andrew Dabb
Artist: TBD
Cover Artists:
A – Tim Seeley
B – Mike Bear
Corona may have been saved from the horrible power of the demon dactyl, but not all is safe… Pony and Elbryan face continued peril from the corrupt church as well as the remnants of demonic servants that roam the land… Are they still empowered by the destroyed dactyl, or are they drawing strength form an even more sinister source?

HALLOWEEN #2 [OF 4]
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched
Retail Price: A - $3.50 B - $3.50
Author: Stefan Hutchinson
Artists: Tim Seeley
Cover Artists:
A –Tim Seeley
B – Painted Cover by Crash Cunningham
C - “Masters of Comic Book Horror” Alternate Cover by Sean Philips Terror comes to the small town of Russelville, Illinios! At a state fair, childhood friends Sean, Nikki, and Lisa come face to face with the shape himself – Michael Myers! The body counts rise and the horror is taken to the next level in the 2^nd issue of this terrifying new series!

DRAFTED VOL 1 TPB
Format: Trade Paperback, 144 pgs, FC, perfect bound.
Retail Price: $18.99
Author: Mark Powers (G.I. Joe: America’s Elite)
Artist: Chris Lie (Eberron, Sigma 6)
Cover Artist: Chris Lie
For centuries, humanity has questioned the existence of life on other worlds. When we finally meet extraterrestrial life, it isn’t exactly as we may have hoped. An alien race known as The Benefactors has come to help mankind fend off an intergalactic invasion – whether we like it or not! As of today, WE HAVE BEEN DRAFTED. Collects issues #1- 6, as well as the 99 Cent Special issue!

DRAFTED #6
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: $3.50
Author: Mark Powers (G.I. Joe: America’s Elite)
Artist: Chris Lie (Eberron, Sigma 6)
Cover Artist: Chris Lie
Millions have been drafted into the World Army. Families have been torn asunder; communities shattered. With mankind in the grip of fear, the spiritual leaders known as the Sons of Abraham have risen to prominence, preaching brotherhood and hope. But not everyone shares their vision of a united humanity…

HACK/SLASH #10
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched
Retail Price: A - $3.50 B - $3.50
Author: Tim Seeley (Loaded Bible)
Artists: Emily Stone
Cover Artists:
A – Tim Seeley
B – David Nakayama
The past comes back to haunt Cassie! She and Vlad track information about her long-lost father to the wilds of Montana… what secrets does his laboratory hold? Are the unspeakable experiments they discover there connected to the horrible rash of cannibalism that plagues the area?

GOLDEN AGE SHEENA: THE BEST OF THE QUEEN OF THE JUNGLE TP
Format: Trade paperback, approx 144 pgs, FC, perfect bound
Retail Price: $18.99
Author(s): Eisner/Iger Studios and Various
Artist(s): Eisner /Iger Studios and Various
Cover Artist: Eisner /Iger Studios and Various
Swing into the Golden Age of comics with this spectacular collection of classic SHEENA: QUEEN OF THE JUNGLE! Featuring digitally-remastered classic artwork by Will Eisner/Jerry Iger studios and over 10 of the best SHEENA stories from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s, this collection is a must-have for fans of classic comics! Over 144 pages of digitally-re-mastered classic stories of SHEENA from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s — Reprinting stories from JUMBO COMICS and SHEENA COMICS. Featuring an essay by current SHEENA writer Steven E. de Souza (Die Hard, Commando, Tomb Raider)!

SHEENA: QUEEN OF THE JUNGLE – RETRO STICKER SET
Format: Single sticker sheet poly bagged with hang tag, FC, approx 12
stickers
Retail Price: $4.99
Swing into action by decorating your locker, folders or even your car with awesome vintage style Sheena: Queen of the Jungle stickers! Featuring golden age art from Eisner/Iger Studios of SHEENA: Queen of the Jungle!

SPOOKS #2 [OF 4]
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched
Retail Price: A - $3.50 B - $5.50 (Prestige Cardstock cover)
Author: Ryan Schifrin & Larry Hama (Story by R.A. Salvatore,
Geno Salvatore and Ryan Schifrin)
Artist: Adam Archer & Jonny Rench
Cover Artists:
A – Federico D’Allesandro
B – Adam Archer
The SPOOKS team desperately tries to track down the Lord of the Vampires before he and The Witch can carry out their plan to conquer the Earth! But when the SPOOKS stumble into a trap set by a gang of blood thirsty ZOMBIE BIKERS, Zach, Felicia and Frank are forced to confront their deadliest nightmares!

DRAGONLANCE: THE LEGEND OF HUMA HC
Format: Graphic novel, approx 152 pgs, FC, Hard cover with dust jacket
Retail Price: $34.99
Author: Richard Knaak
Adapted by: Various
Artist: Mike S. Miller, Andrea DiVito, Steve Kurth & Various
Cover Artist: Steve Kurth
In the realms of Dragonlance, the tale of one knight is legendary. The dark goddess Takhisis has unleashed evil on the world of Krynn, and only the Knights of Solamnia stand in her way. From amongst their ranks comes Huma, a man destined to be the greatest hero of this world! Collecing issues #1-6 of the LEGEND OF HUMA
mini-series!

DRAGONLANCE CHRONICLES VOL. III: DRAGONS OF SPRING DAWNING #12 [OF 12]
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A - $3.50 Cover B - $5.50 (Prestige Cardstock cover)
Writers: Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman
Adapted by: Andrew Dabb
Artist: Pere Perez
Cover Artists:
A – Jeremy Roberts
B – Tyler Walpole
This is it! The final chapter in the epic trilogy! As the war against the forces of evil rages on, is there any hope of survival for any of the Companions? Will Raistlin give in to the temptation of the power he holds or will he stand next to his friends in their final battle?

G.I. JOE: AMERICA’S ELITE #33 (PART 9 OF 12)
Format: Standard Comic, 32 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: $3.50
Author: Mark Powers
Artists: Mike Bear & Jean-Francois Beaulieu
Cover Artist: Rob Atkins
Has Cobra Commander won the ultimate victory? Desperate to put a stop to their greatest enemy, G.I. Joe begins a search for the two people that may be able to stop him: Destro & The Baroness! The problem? They hate G.I. Joe almost as much as Cobra Commander! On top of that, G.I. Joe must evade the wrath of The Plague!

THE WORLDS OF DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS #2
Format: Standard Comic, 48 pgs, FC, Saddle Stitched.
Retail Price: Cover A - $5.50 Cover B - $9.50 (Prestige Cardstock cover)
Authors: R.A. Salvatore, Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman
Adapted by: Nick Sehley, Neil Kleid
Artist(s): TBD
Cover Artists:
A – Julius Gopez
B – Tyler Walpole
In "Dark Mirror," Drizzt Do'Urden hunts for a goblin who is much more than a monster. And in "The Legacy," Palin Majere journeys to the Tower of High Sorcery to claim his heritage as a wizard, but can he do so without releasing his infamous uncle, Raistlin, from his prison in the Abyss?

DIGITAL MANGA PUBLISHING

AI NO KUSABI SPACE BETWEEN VOLUME 2 NOVEL
by Reiko Yoshihara
One night five years ago, Riki was wandering through the pleasure district of Midas, when he found himself in a rather dangerous situation. As a consequence, Iason, the genetically engineered "blondie" has given him such levels of humilations and unwanted pleasure that Riki's mind is still haunted by it. But, Riki can't see the trap set to crush whatever is left of his pride that survived even his growing up in the slums!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 250pgs, B&W $8.95

CAN'T WIN WITH YOU VOLUME 3 GN
by Satosumi Takaguchi & Yukine Honami
In theory,. Shuuiku Academy is an elite all-boys school where the future leaders of society are carefully nurtured and molded. In reality, it is a private school in the middle of nowhere where rich kids spend their days playing. This is the grand finale of this popular boys love series.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

DON'T BLAME ME VOLUME 1 GN
by Yugi Yamada
University student Tashiaki Kaji is in the middle of a delayed phase of rebellion toward the world. Determined to live an exciting and eventful adult life, he is intent on defying all the rules. And after meeting a strange group of people at the school cafeteria, his life is anything but boring.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

GREAT PLACE HIGH SCHOOL GN
by Naduki Koujima
The GP high-school "Technologies & Information" club is filled with all sorts of weirdoes, narcissists, and worse. It's hard enough for their president, the kind Ryouichi, to put with all that and keep the club running. But when Minami joins the club, things get even worse!
SC, 6x9, 200pgs, B&W $12.95

SELFISH MR. MERMAID VOLUME 1 GN
by Nabako Kamo
Kanan has a boyish face and gets picked on often because of his tiny figure. But, things change when his neighbor turns out to be... a merman, and the king of the seas at that! Despite the king's selfish and rude pretense, he tries to booster Kanan's self-esteem. Kanan wants to thank the merman for his support, but in what way? Nabako Kano brings you a hot love comedy between a merman and a human.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 194pgs, B&W $12.95

THE COLOR OF LOVE GN
by Kiyo Ueda
Nao is a high-school student with a secret he carefully hides from everybody — he's fallen in love with his close friend, Hira. One day, Hira tells Nao that he looks different lately. Now, Nao is terrified that Hira might have noticed his feelings! Or could it be that he's just over-reacting and his friend hasn't noticed anything at all?
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 180pgs, B&W $12.95

SWEET ADMIRATION NOVEL
by Yuuki Kousaka & Midori Shena
Katsuya always had an immense admiration for Shio, his good friend's older brother. But he never revealed that it was in fact more than just an admiration. After graduation, he decided to move to the capital to be closer to the object of his affection. But through an interesting twist of fate, Shio and Katsuya have become roommates? Kill Katsuya be able to control his feelings now that they are living together?
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 250pgs, B&W $8.95

DIGITAL WEBBING

BLOODRAYNE: PRIME CUTS #2
by Chad Lambert, Ignacia Calero & Jake Bilbao
The “stories within the story” of the ground-breaking video games from Majestic continue with three blood-spattering prime cuts! This issue features a suicide bomber with a soul, the hunt for Kagan's trans-dimensional nunchucks, and an evil so sinister it could only thrive in corporate America! Available with covers from Jake Bilbao or Michael DiPascale.
BILBAO COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
DIPASCALE COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

DARK 48 #2
by Steven O'Connell, Daniel Indro & Joel Seguin
Always expect the unexpected! Anthem lives by that motto, especially since they seemed to have found a male unaffected by the virus, which means there could be a cure. To get him out of there, Battle Corp Delta will have to run a gauntlet through the darkened hallways, always watching their backs for the crazies. The hospital with all its shadows resembles a haunted house. They’ve been trained well but some scenarios like this one couldn’t have been imagined. One thing is certain, some of them will survive to fight another day, and one of them will die!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

DISNEY PRESS

STAR OF THE MONTH

HAUNTED MANSION VOLUME 1 TP
by Various
What really goes on inside that famous haunted mansion called Gracy Manor? Readers will find out in this collection of uncanny stories written by some of the most creative writers and artists working in comics today. Each contributor tells a story based on the characters, and scenes presented in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, and a beautifully illustrated story tells how the mansion came to be haunted in the first place! (MAY073404)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $9.99

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DO GOODER PRESS

PS238 #31
by Aaron Williams
After being nearly destroyed by aliens, the little town that unwittingly plays host to ps238 has begun to change. Superheroes are moving their households in from all over the world, including Tyler’s parents! And now that the government has announced that the newly-renamed “Wonderburg” will be a model metahuman community, will ps238 be able to keep its location at least a semi-secret? Will Tyler’s alien virus be cured in time to meet his folks? And will the townspeople be forced to move away to make way for row upon row of Halls of Justice?
32pgs, B&W SRP: $2.99

PS238 VOLUME 5: EXTRATERRESTRIAL CREDIT TP
by Aaron Williams
Extraterrestrial Credit is the fifth volume in the critically-acclaimed comic book series, ps238! In this collection, Cecil faces off with his first actual menace from outer space! The menace has friends and begins an all-out invasion of planet Earth! There’s also adventures at “Career Day,” guest starring Wil Wheaton! Charles, the teleporting bully makes another appearance, along with the rise of the mysterious Praetorian Academy! Collects issues #22-27.
SC, 7x10, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $15.99

DR MASTER PUBLICATIONS INC

STAR OF THE MONTH

CHINESE HERO VOLUME 3: TALES OF THE BLOOD SWORD TP
by Wing Shing Ma
“Reunited and it feels so good…” That’s right, after 15 long years of separation, Hero and his ornery son, Jian are finally brought together. Too bad Jian is the only one who realizes it. Confused? Check out Volume 3 for this and a bizarre disease that requires the victim to subsist on a diet of roaches! (JUN073496)
SC, 280pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLUME 9 TP
by Towa Oshima
Hi girls, Odagiri here! It's not easy being a cute, single male teacher at all-girls high school. When are they going to learn I'm not a poser? I'm just an ordinary teacher trying to get some respect from my students. Hear my side of the story as the school trip to Okinawa finally concludes!
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95

JUNK VOLUME 6 GN
by Kia Asamiya
Hiro goes back to school to begin a fresh start in his life, or so he thought until his new JUNK counselor becomes his homeroom teacher! As the third JUNK’s terror escalates, the Kofukukai cult reaches out to the fear-ridden citizens of Tokyo.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95

KING OF FIGHTERS 2003 VOLUME 5 TP
by Wing Yan & King Tung
The King of Fighters top four teams’ battles officially began on “Highway Star Express.” The first battle was Team K versus the High School Girls team. On the other end of the world, on a sailboat in the Nile River, the second battle — Hero team versus Wolf team — is taking place. Meanwhil,e Shen-Woo and Terry Bogard will pull out what they have for the battle to come. The result is unexpected, but with results that will affect the entire world!
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $13.95

DRAWN & QUARTERLY

BERLIN #15
by Jason Lutes
The penultimate chapter to Berlin: City of Smoke, the second volume in Jason Lutes' trilogy about the decline of the Weimar Republic, finds its broad cast of characters searching for solid footing in a chaotic cityscape. The relationship between Pavel the scavenger and the orphaned Silvia Braun comes to a painful end, while tensions rise between the Cocoa Kids and their German manager. Meanwhile, Kurt and Marthe struggle to come to peace with their failed romance and the different ways they view changing world.
MATURE THEMES
24pgs, B&W SRP: $3.95

STAR OF THE MONTH

BERLIN BOOK 1: CITY OF STONES TP
by Jason Lutes
Kurt Severing, a journalist, and Marthe Muller, an art student, are the central figures in a broad cast of characters intertwined with the historical events unfolding around them. City of Stones covers eight months in Berlin in the twilight of the Weimer Republic, from September 1928 to May Day, 1929, meticulously documenting the hopes and struggles of its inhabitants as their future is darkened by a glowing shadow. (STAR15170)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 8x11, 212pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95

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OPTIC NERVE #8
by Adrian Tomine
In this issue Tomine tells the story of two outcast teenagers and of the tense undercurrents that exist between them and the more popular group of students at school. This is the story that Dave Eggers chose to be included in the book The Best American Non-Required Reading.
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #2 (FEB073428)
32pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50

PAUL GOES FISHING GN
by Michel Rabagliati
Long lazy days stretch out while Paul’s thoughts wander from the colorful characters at the fish and game camp to the lurking depths of childhood, a Holden Caulfield-esque adolescence. But the golden glow soon lifts off his vacation. It’s not just the realization that outfitters have decimated the lake’s indigenous species in favor of brook trout and are baiting wildlife for an easy fall hunt. According to Clément, Paul’s brother-in-law, good fishing is all about knowledge and intuition, not sophisticated gear. So is storytelling, in Rabagliati’s wistful and engaging account of everyday hopes and hardship. Beauty and meaning are even in the mundane in this compassionate story of expectation, disappointment and wonder.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 204pgs, PC SRP: $19.95

STARS OF THE MONTH

PAUL MOVES OUT HC
by Michel Rabagliati
Michel Rabagliati crafts stories that are easily accessible to both young adult and adult audiences with his semi-fictional protagonist, Paul. This time Paul takes another step into adulthood by moving out of his parent’s house and into his first apartment with his girlfriend, enjoying life’s pleasures as well as confronting its challenges. This book won the Doug Wright Award for Best Book of 2005. (JAN052669)
HC, 8x10, 120pgs, B&W SRP: $19.95

PAUL HAS A SUMMER JOB GN
by Michel Rabagliati
This sweet and funny coming-of-age story marks a high-water mark in great old-fashioned storytelling in graphic novels. Paul, a Montreal teenager, tastes the freedom and responsibilities of adulthood for the first time. Thanks to plummeting grades, Paul defiantly quits high school and takes a job at factory. A year later, tired and depressed, Paul accepts a strange job offer to go be a counselor at a summer camp in the mountains run by a freewheeling Catholic priest. Paul finds himself guiding a motley band of kids — misfits, loners, and troublemakers — through the rough terrain of growing up. (STAR18547)
SC, 7x10, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $16.95

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DYNAMIC FORCES

DF THE HULK #1—EXCLUSIVE VARIANT COVER EDITION
DF exclusive cover artist Dale Keown joins superstars Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness for this issue that will change the way you see The Hulk! Celebrate this all-new beginning for The Hulk with this DF Exclusive Alternate cover edition featuring new art by legendary Hulk artist, Dale Keown! (C: 0-1-2)
32pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

DF AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #549—MARQUEE SIGNATURE SERIES SIGNED EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER EDITION
Signed by classic Spider-Man artist, John Romita, Sr.! In this issue, meet the villain from the fifth Spider-Man movie today! Marc (Wolverine, Blade) Guggenheim and Salvador (newuniversal, Uncanny X-Men) Larroca bring you the next great Spidey Villain... Menace! Celebrate this historic event with this brand new DF Alternate cover, featuring a new cover by legendary Spider-Man artist John Romita Sr. and available signed by the legendary creator as part of this special limited offer! (C: 0-1-2)
32pgs, FC SRP: $69.99

DF DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #1—SIGNED
Signed by artist, Jae Lee! It’s the return of the best-selling comic book series, inspired by Stephen King’s epic The Dark Tower! Don’t miss this opening chapter starring the Gunslinger whose quest for the Dark Tower will shake the foundation of reality itself! (C: 0-1-2)
32pgs, FC (1 of 5) SRP: $29.99

DF CAPTAIN AMERICA #34—EXCLUSIVE ALEX ROSS ALTERNATE COVER
The new year starts off with a BANG! Who is the new Captain Amercia!? With designs and a painted cover by Alex Ross, Marvel's most patriotic hero enters into a new chapter in his legendary career! Celebrate this historic event with this brand new DF Alternate cover, featuring a new cover painting by Ross! (C: 0-1-2)
32pgs, FC SRP: $29.99

DF GRIMM FAIRY TALES #3—EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATE COVER EDITION
Dynamic Forces and Zenescope team up in this titantic offering of an all-new exclusive cover for the red hot Grimm Fairy Tales #3! This sought-after issue is now available as a part of this limited offering from Zenescope and your friends at Dynamic Forces!
32pgs, FC PI

DF SPIDER-MAN: ONE MORE DAY PREMIERE HC—SIGNED
Signed by cover artist and Marvel Comics EIC, Joe Quesada! The most-talked about — and controversial — comics event of the year is collected in one hardcover volume, brought to you by J. Michael Straczynski and Joe Quesada! Collecting Amazing Spider-Man #544-545, Sensational Spider-Man #41, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #24, Spider-Man: One More Day Sketchbook and Marvel Spotlight: One More Day/Brand New Day. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 7x10, FC SRP: $89.99

DYNAMIC FORCES' 2008 BIG BANG STARTER SET
Happy New Year from DF! Featuring eight Dynamite limited edition comics (signed, unsigned, incentives, oh my yes, we’re going to mix it up for the New Year!), in this one starter set! We can’t even state how high of a value that there may be in each pack, because if this is over-ordered, we’ll have to go deep down to the best of the best to pull more great books! Eight (8) books for $20.08 for the New Year!
Set (x8) SRP: $20.08