www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVII #6 June 2007  

Independent Comic Publishers
(Companies beginning with V)

 


VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT LLC

HARBINGER: THE BEGINNING HC
by Jim Shooter & David Lapham
This digitally recolored and remastered Valiant special edition collects the full Harbinger origin story from issues #0 – 7 for the first time ever, and includes an all-new "Origin of Harada" story by Jim Shooter! This classic story of Sting's band of renegade teenagers with extraordinary powers of the mind and their battle against Japanese tycoon Toyo Harada took the comics industry by storm in 1992. It features Eisner award-winner David Lapham's very first work as a talented teenager and one of legendary creator Jim Shooter's greatest stories ever!
HC, 7x10, 192pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

VANGUARD PRODUCTIONS

EXCESS: THE ART OF MICHAEL GOLDEN AND HOW HE DOES IT SC
by Renee Witterstaetter & Michael Golden
Golden’s unique, innovative work has been seen in Micronauts, The ‘Nam, and Dr. Strange, as well as almost every major character in comics. Excess, the first color hardcover retrospective of his work, features Golden’s own words as he discusses his art and technique in depth. For Golden, "excess" defines a mind that can form every fold and nuance of a character without being overwhelmed by the frenzy. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

STARS OF THE MONTH

THE COMIC BOOK MAKERS: JOE SIMON
by Joe & Jim Simon
After creating Captain America, Simon became Marvel's (Timely) first editor-in-chief and teamed with Jack Kirby to produce Captain America, Young Romance, Young Love, and the entire genre of romance comics. Simon also created and published Sick Magazine, the original Spider-Man, The Prez, Brother Power, The Geek and edited for Fox, Archie, Harvey, and Crestwood. In his book, Simon tells the compelling, definitive history of the creators, their joint-work, and their books.
SOFTCOVER—8x11, 200pgs, FC SRP: $19.95
HARDCOVER (SEP022359)—HC, 8x11, 200pgs, PC SRP: $34.95

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FAMOUS MONSTER MOVIE ART OF BASIL GOGOS SC NEW PTG
by Kerry Gammill & J. David Spurlock
The Famous Monster Movie Art of Basil Gogos is a celebration of the career of the acknowledged master of monster art. To many fans of classic horror movies, the name Basil Gogos is as familiar as that of Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi or Vincent Price. Gogos' paintings are as iconic as his subjects. His original Famous Monsters cover paintings are highly sought-after and are in the collections of many filmmakers and rock stars on whom he made a lasting impression. This long-overdue retrospective features high-quality, color reproductions of many of his most famous paintings as well as many previously unpublished works. Also features Gogos' men's adventure magazine, paperback book art, movie posters, album covers, and a career-spanning interview. Intro by rock star, movie director and horror collector Rob Zombie! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 8x11, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

BUCKY O'HARE AND THE TOAD MENACE GN (NEW PRINTING)
by Larry Hama & Michael Golden
Bucky O’Hare and his valiant crew of the Righteous Indignation battle against the Toad Menace while facing the decimation of Warren, the home-world of Captain Bucky O’Hare! The entire planet has been turned into a fetid swamp and the population of peace-loving rabbits have been enslaved. Bucky and his crew must save the rabbits before they are sent to the green-sludge ball that is the Toad home-world, where they will work their fur-covered paws to the bone! The Toad Menace will not give in easily, but bring all their slimy, wart-covered forces down on the furry rebels. If Bucky wishes to survive, his only choice is to marshal his own allies and construct the greatest weapon the Aniverse has ever imagined — the Harecraft Carrier! (JUL063503) (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 196pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

MYTHOS: THE FANTASY ART REALMS OF FRANK BRUNNER SC
by Frank Brunner
A dazzling showcase of classic and brand-new art from this master of fantasy illustration! Top properties Conan, Man-Thing, Dr. Strange, Red Sonja, Howard the Duck, Elric, and many others are featured in this exciting collection, along with insightful commentary. Fans of animation, graphic novels, and fantasy art will be thrilled by the classic illustrations Brunner designed for Marvel Comics, Heavy Metal magazine, Disney, Dreamworks, and other top studios. Includes dozens of never-before-seen works, including commissioned art produced for collectors around the world. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 128pgs, FC SRP: $24.95

VERTICAL INC

ANDROMEDA STORIES VOLUME 1 GN
by Keiko Takemiya
Andromeda Stories is a 3-volume sci-fi tale set in a world that invokes the Star Wars series, and examines the themes of man versus machine, family, myth, and the inescapable grip of destiny. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $13.95

VIPER COMICS

THE EXPENDABLE ONE VOLUME 2: THE BOOB VS THE BOOBS GN
by Jason Burns & Erich Owens
In his first adventure, the bumbling Twigs Dupree was almost castrated by the maniacal cult leader known only as The Animal. Now one year later, the invincible hero returns to face his greatest threat yet — really hot women and their killer bodies. Boobs and bullets and blood! Oh my!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 112pgs, FC SRP: $11.95

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A THE EXPENDABLE ONE VOLUME 1 GN
by Jason M. Burns & Bryan Baugh
Twigs Dupree recently acquired the gift of immortality and has chosen to play hero. Shoot him in the head and he’ll keep walking. Strangle him with a wire and he’ll keep talking. Send him up against a killer that views entrails as Christmas tinsel, and for the first time since he got his powers, Twigs will wish he were dead.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 6x9, 112pgs, FC SRP: $11.95

THE UNDERWORLD RAILROAD VOLUME 1 GN
by Jason M. Burns & Paul Tucker
While many of the stories that surrounded the Underground Railroad are well documented, its origins are not. Like its sister version, the Underworld Railroad is a system of safe houses that has been established around the globe, only this set of tracks aids confused and bewildered spirits who attempt to outrun the devil. This is their story.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 5.5x8.5, 112pgs, FC SRP: $11.95

THE LOST BOOKS OF EVE #4
by Josh Howard
The conclusion! Eve faces the ultimate test as she finally comes face to face with Adam's abductor. But when the dust settles, will her reunion with her husband be a happy one?
32pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $3.25

YOU'LL HAVE THAT ONE-SHOT
by Wes Molebash & Scott Kurtz
Not familiar with the hilarious web comic strip, You'll Have That? Well now's your chance to get acquainted with everybody's favorite newlywed couple, Andy and Katie, in this 32-page one-shot published by Viper Comics! The strips in this book were published in 2006 and were hand-picked by regular readers of the online strip! Cover art by Scott Kurtz!
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.25

STAR OF THE MONTH

DEAD @ 17 VOLUME 3: REVOLUTION TP
by Josh Howard & Greg Gatlin
Collecting the third volume in the Dead @ 17 trilogy, Revolution is the conclusion to the story that began in Dead @ 17: The First Series and continued in Blood of Saints. The fates of Nara, Hazy, and Bolabogg collide when a mysterious group called Heaven's Militia uncovers a terrifying conspiracy. This is the ending that will be talked about for years to come! (FEB053109)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 7x10, 112pgs, FC SRP: $14.95

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VIRGIN COMICS

GUY RITCHIE’S GAMEKEEPER #5
Created by: Guy Ritchie
Written by Andy Diggle;
Art and Cover: Mukesh Singh,
Alternate Cover by John Cassaday
Intended Audience: Suggested for Mature readers
Brock, having fought through the scrub and brush of jungle-like Amsterdam, finally faces his quarry, the coal broker Van Allan. But unanswered questions still abound: why did Van Allan order the death of Brock’s employer and friend? What did Victor Draganov die for ten years earlier, and why has the body-count risen only now? And what ghosts still lurk in Brock’s past, haunting him from another country and another life? Don’t miss this heart-stopping issue, rounding out the first arc of Virgin Comics’ hottest series!
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC $2.99

SNAKE WOMAN: TALE OF THE SNAKE CHARMER #3
Created by Shekhar Kapur
Written by : Zeb Wells
Art by : Vivek Shinde
Cover by : Michael Gaydos
A world away from the life she once knew in Los Angeles, few things have changed in Jessica Peterson’s life. Her hair, her address, her friends—sure these things are different. But she still walks the world upon the edge of a knife: on one side, peril surrounds her, as the 68—and a new, mysterious force—seek her destruction; on the other side, the Snake Goddess continues to churn inside her, thirsting for revenge… and blood. However, there are forces of good at work as well. Jess finds a friend and guide in Sari, an old Indian woman she met in Goa, who turns out to be the reincarnation of one of the villagers slaughtered by the 68 those 300 years ago. As Sari leads the way into the heart of the Kabini jungle—they do not know that they’re being followed, by the 68, yes, but also by a darker, deadlier spirit than anyone can anticipate.
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC $2.99

NICOLAS CAGE’S VOODOO CHILD: ENIGMA #2
Created by Nicolas Cage and Weston Cage
Written by Mike Carey
Art and variant cover by Dean Hyrapiet
Cover by Ben Templesmith
Gabriel Moore’s life should have ended almost 150 years ago—and in some ways, it did—but he was brought back by John Messenger, to the world of post-Katrina New Orleans. As he closes in on his human enemies, his path once again runs across Detective Robert Julien’s murder investigation, with violent results. But Gabriel is being hunted in this turn, by the most powerful of the voodoo loas, and Baron Samedi has his own terrifying ways of dealing with the risen dead… Don’t miss this latest installment from the creative minds of Nic and Weston Cage, and scripted by Mike Carey!
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC $2.99

DEVI #13
Written by Saurav Mohapatra ,
Art by Saumin Patel ,
Cover by : Stjepan Sejic
Her past was Tara Mehta, powerless young woman in the big, bad city of Sitapur. Her present is DEVI, super-powered reincarnation of an ancient celestial warrior fighting to make the world a better place. It is her future that is uncertain, as she encounters a darkness within herself that threatens to consume her, a loved one who returns from the dead possessed by a spirit of apocalypse, and a hated enemy who becomes an uneasy ally.
Tara has sworn to make Sitapur a safer place and starts using her powers to take on the Sitapur underworld. But the strain is taking its toll on her. Nothing makes sense in Tara's life anymore as the lines between DEVI and Tara start to blur. Meanwhile, Kratha, the razor-clawed assassin, returns to make good on her contract to kill DEVI.
32pgs, FC $2.99

DEEPAK CHOPRA PRESENTS—INDIA AUTHENTIC #4: UMA
Created by: Deepak Chopra
Written by : Saurav Mohapatra
Art : Abhishek Singh
Cover by : Virgin
"One life claimed by tragedy, one birth consumed by the flames of separation, I have been given a second chance by destiny, a second birth, a new life, to redeem myself and reclaim the love of my life. I am UMA, the all-mother. I too am Shakti, the power divine and this time I shall move mountains, march into the very mouth of hellfire to reunite with my love, my liege, Lord Shiva, God of Gods."
Virgin Comics and Deepak Chopra invite you to a timeless lovestory of epic proportions that transcends even the barriers of death and rebirth. Relive the legend of Uma, the benevolent mother goddess and her undying love for Lord Shiva.
32pgs, FC $2.99

VIZ MEDIA LLC

SHOJO BEAT OCT. 2007 VOLUME 3 #10
by Various
VIZ Media's monthly manga magazine, Shojo Beat, offers vast quantities of serialized shojo manga appearing in the United States for the first time. In addition to tons of beautiful artwork and compelling storylines from well-known manga creators, Shojo Beat offers quality editorial on Japanese trends, art, news, fashion, and culture, plus interviews, how-tos, and more! Shojo Beat is a hip, fun, informative read that will appeal to newbies and manga fans alike! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 300pgs, PC SRP: $5.99

SHONEN JUMP OCT. 2007 #58
by Various
The world's most popular manga! One of the world's biggest comics, containing the original manga versions of some of the most popular anime ever made! Each issue includes tons of full-color information about toys, TCGs, CCGs, video games, and anime, plus amazing manga stories! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 368pgs, PC SRP: $4.99

BLACK CAT VOLUME 10 TP
by Kentaro Yabuki
The battle between Creed's Apostles and the Cerberus Team ends in a draw, with serious wounds on both sides. Just when Train thinks he can relax again, his friends Sven and Eve are captured by Creed, who believes that killing them is the only way to get Train to join him. Now Train has to race to save the only people he can trust. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

DR. SLUMP VOLUME 13 TP
by Akira Toriyama
Meet Caramel Man 004, the latest sinister creation of the evil Dr. Mashirito! Beneath the outer shell of a sweet, innocent boy lurks a machine built for world domination… and that's totally smitten with Arale! A disappointed Dr. Mashirito next unleashes an even more terrifying robot: Caramel Man 005! And Caramel Man 006! And if that doesn't work, there's always Caramel Man 007! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

NARUTO VOL 15 TP
by Masashi Kishimoto
"Naruto Nation" begins with the launch of several brand new Naruto graphic novels—all in the same month! Join Naruto and the gang on all of their adventures in these trade paperbacks of the hit anime series! In these volumes a long-lost ninja returns with a dangerous entourage, a mysterious shinobi who could change everything begins to take center stage, and Naruto's training with Jaraiya intensifies!
(C: 1-0-2) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95

NARUTO VOL 16 TP
Header: Shonen Jump
Story & Art By: Masashi Kishimoto
Death in the village! When the dust settles from Orochimaru's attack, the shinobi find that not everyone has survived. While the ninja mourn, an unlikely candidate is chosen for greatness, a long-lost ninja returns with a dangerous entourage, and Naruto finds his life in more turmoil than ever before.
Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
VOL. 16—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
VOL. 17—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95
VOL. 18—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95

NARUTO ANIME PROFILES: HIDEN SHIPPU EMAKI
by Masashi Kishimoto
Now you can learn even more secrets of the Village Hidden in the Leaves! Find out all the essentials to understanding episodes #38-80 of the Naruto anime series, plus get exclusive insider information about the production of the show, including character designs, a must-have fold-out chart showing the connections between all 55 major characters, and an original poster! Packed with special color illustrations, this guide is indispensable for any Naruto fan! Rating: None (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 282pgs, PC SRP: $17.99

NARUTO MOVIE ANI MANGA
by Masashi Kishimoto
Naruto and the rest of Squad 7 take on a new mission: bring popular movie star Yukie Fujikaze to the Land of Snow, where they're filming the final scenes of her latest movie. Trouble is, she's even more headstrong than Naruto, and she doesn't want to go! Her reluctance may be connected to what else lies in wait for them — three rogue Snow Ninja and a tyrannical ruler seeking the key to a mysterious treasure! Rating: T NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 340pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

THE PRINCE OF TENNIS VOLUME 21 GN
by Takeshi Konomi
Rokkaku's not going down without a fight. And Rikkai is better than expected. It's up to Eiji and Ryoma to pull out all the stops for Seishun! Can their new moves turn the tables? Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95

SHAMAN KING VOLUME 13 TP
by Hiroyuki Takei
Moody old Faust is back! And teamed with…Yoh? When the competitors and their friends finally make it to the Patch Village, things are not what they expected. Strange new alliances are formed — and someone close to Yoh might get left in the lurch — testing everyone's strenth and possibly changing their loyalties forever! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $7.95

WHISTLE! VOLUME 17 TP
by Daisuke Higuchi
The members of the Tokyo Select Team must find out what they are made of as they prepare to take on the Seoul Select Team. Tatsuya is feeling depressed at seeing how much Shô has improved in recent months, while he himself has not. And when Katsurô goes down with a knee injury, Kentarô is thrust into the role of starting goalkeeper. Will the team find the courage to meet the challenge ahead? Rating: A (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

GIN TAMA VOLUME 2 TP
by Hideaki Sorachi
Love is in the air! Gin helps an escaped convict make amends with his daughter, fights a duel with the love-struck chief of the secret police, and tracks down a dying man's childhood sweetheart…who has seen better days! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

HUNTER X HUNTER VOLUME 16 TP
by Yoshihiro Togashi
Gon and friends are settling into Greed Island and slowly beginning to understand the strange mechanics of this "video game" world. They gain enough clues from the NPC townspeople and finally get their quest. They must drive Razor and the 14 Devils out of town by beating them at sporting events. The first event — dodge ball! Except in this game if you don't dodge, you die! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

I'S VOLUME 15 GN
by Masakazu Katsura
Iori's fame is taking a toll on her personal life. Another actor is trying to use her fame to promote his own career. Her agency is putting increasing pressure on her to break up with Ichitaka. And worst of all, a stalker calling himself "The Marionette King" has started to make death threats against her. Now Ichitaka feels he has to protect her career, their relationship, and even her life! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

KUROHIME VOLUME 1 TP
by Masanori Ookamigumi Katakura
A master gunman named Zero searches the land for the legendary Kurohime. She saved him as a child, impressing upon him the importance of justice and helping others. While on his journey he meets a young girl named Himeko and is suddenly attacked by overwhelming forces. Outnumbered, outgunned, and out of luck, he makes his last stand in order to protect this "helpless" girl. Little does he know, this girl has an incredible secret. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

BEAUTY POP VOLUME 5 TP
by Kiyoko Arai
Narumi's father, Yujiro — a world famous hairstylist with salons across the globe — has never been able to defeat Kiri's father Seiji in a hairstyling competition. Will Narumi be able to surpass his father by winning against Kiri? Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

THE GENTLEMENS ALLIANCE VOLUME 3 TP
by Arina Tanemura
Haine goes to the Togu mansion to talk to Shizumasa after their quarrel, but the guards won't even allow her inside the gates! Haine gets some help from Maora to sneak into the mansion grounds, but now she'll have to get past the family's final line of defense! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

STAR OF THE MONTH

HOT GIMMICK S NOVEL
by Makoto Inoue
Inspired by Miki Aihara's ultra-popular shojo manga series Hot Gimmick, Hot Gimmick S manages a host of outlandish twists and turns that even the original manga couldn't do! Plus, a bonus chapter from Hot Gimmick that's all about Hatsumi and Shinogu. (NOV063967) (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 150pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

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LOVE COM VOLUME 2 TP
by Aya Nakahara
Risa's getting really confused about her feelings for Ôtani. She doesn't know if she wants to help him get back together with his ex-girlfriend, or keep him all to herself! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

SKIP BEAT VOLUME 8 TP
by Yoshiki Nakamura
Kyoko's perfect chance to wreak her revenge on Sho isn't going as well as she'd hoped. In fact, her rage is so consuming that she forgets she's supposed to be acting and tries to throttle Sho for real. That's not her only problem: Sho still thinks he owns Kyoko body and soul, but his manager is worried that Kyoko might be stealing his heart! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 216pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

YUME KIRA DREAM SHOPPE TP
by Aqua Mizuto
They say that any dream can be made true in exchange for something dear to you. The Yume Kira Dream Shoppe flies through the dusk sky as the shopkeeper listens for wishes that travel on the wind. With the help of assistant Alpha, Rin uses the magical wares of the Dream Shoppe to make desires a reality… but at a price. Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

YURARA VOLUME 2 TP
by Chika Shiomi
When Yurara's guardian spirit picks up a ghostly stalker, she vanishes, leaving Yurara to deal with the paranormal pervert on her own! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $8.99

BATTLE ANGEL ALITA: LAST ORDER VOLUME 9 TP
by Yukito Kishiro
Our heroine, Alita, has finally penetrated the center of Melchizedek, the supercomputer who is holding her friend Lou's brain hostage. There she is transfixed by a vivid vision of the undead life of Caerula. As the waking dream continues to unfold, Alita learns the secret behind the origin of the Scrapyard where she was reborn, humanity's journey to the stars, and the responsibility that’s been entrusted to her. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 5x7, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

CASE CLOSED VOLUME 19 GN
by Gosho Aoyama
At long last, Conan has located the scientist responsible for the formula that turned him into a kid. Trouble is, she's taken the formula herself — and she can't change back! Together, Conan and the diminutive doctor track down a floppy disk that may contain the secret to curing their condition, only to find the former owner crushed under a fallen bookshelf. Can they crack both the locked-room mystery and the locked disk? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 184pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

EXCEL SAGA VOLUME 16 TP
by Rikdo Koshi
Dr. Kabapu be ILLin', as the stunning success of Il Palazzo's eponymous electronics firm is turning him literally sick. But even while ILL's president, the stylish, corporate Excel, carries out her CEO's directives, kindhearted Umi has discovered another version of her: a woman in a torn prison outfit with little memory of her past. Dressing the stranger from her extensive cos-play wardrobe, Umi brings the mystery girl into the Shiouji household, only to let her fall into Aunt Miwa's clutches. And that's not a figure of speech! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

STARS OF THE MONTH

HAYATE COMBAT BUTLER TP'S
by Kenjiro Hata
Hardworking Hayate has a plan to pay back the yakuza, who are now the legal owners of his vital organs: he'll kidnap someone and ransom them for a mountain of money! But things get tricky when his would-be kidnappee is the daughter of a wealthy family. She mistakes Hayate's actions for a confession of love, and hires him to be her personal servant. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
VOL. 1 (AUG063685)—SC, 5x7, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
VOL. 2 (NOV063970)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
VOL. 3 (FEB073871)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

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MAR VOLUME 15 GN
by Nobuyuki Anzai
Ginta and Team Mär have one final mission — to save Snow from the clutches of evil Queen Diana. The stakes get even higher when Diana announces her ultimate goal, which is the domination of Ginta's world after she takes over Mär Heaven. And Ginta is devastated when the identity of the Chess King is revealed. He's an opponent Ginta never imagined he would have to fight! Rating: T (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $7.99

STARS OF THE MONTH

O PARTS HUNTER TP'S
by Seishi Kishimoto
Jio is a young boy with a tragic past who only trusts one thing in the world: money. Little does he suspect that he is also a very powerful O.P.T., and inside him sleeps a demon of incredible ferocity! He meets up with a girl named Ruby, and together they decide to embark on a dangerous quest to discover as many O-Parts as they can. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
VOL. 1 (SEP063653)—SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
VOL. 2 (NOV063976)—SC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99
VOL. 3 (JAN073972)—SC, 5x7, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

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PROJECT ARMS VOLUME 17 TP
by Kyoichi Nanatsuki
The Arms kids continue their battle deeper into Carillon Tower in order to reach Alice — a supercomputer intent on wiping out humankind. But now they must confront the Keith Series — mutants with powers equal to their own. They find that one small error in self-control can cause an Arms meltdown, destroying their enemies, their allies, and the entire city around them! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 208pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

TOGARI VOLUME 2 TP
by Yoshinori Natsume
Tobei encounters something he's never experienced before — the kindness of friends. But before he even has a chance to think, new and more powerful Toga appear before him. Time is ticking away, and there are plenty more sins to be conquered! Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

YAKITATE JAPAN VOLUME 7 TP
by Takashi Hashiguchi
The main competition in the Pantasia Rookie Tournament is finally over with Kazuma coming in first. But wait, what of Kazuma's rival, Kawachi? Not content to simply sit on the sidelines, Kawachi challenges Kai Suwabara for the third-place title. Suwabara claims that he can bake a French bread that's so good it literally dances. Can Kawachi counter Kai's terpsichorean treat with a loaf of bread that sings? Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

PHOENIX VOLUME 11 TP
by Osamu Tezuka
Wolf-faced warrior Harima fights on behalf of the once-deified Ku tribe, who are perceived as demonic after the introduction of Buddhism to Japan. This conflict is mirrored in the 21st century, where Harima's counterpart, Bando Suguri, fights against a Phoenix-worshipping group. Rating: T+ (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 408pgs, B&W SRP: $16.99

TEKKON KINKREET
by Taiyo Matsumoto
Orphaned on the mean streets of Treasure Town, lost boys Black and White must mug, steal, and fight to survive. Around them moves a world of corruption and loneliness, small-time crooks and neurotic police officers, and a band of sadistic yakuza who have plans for their once-fair city. Can they rise above their environment? Rating: M (C: 1-0-0) NOTE: Available worldwide.
SC, 624pgs, B&W SRP: $24.99