www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #6 June 2009  

GAMES SECTION

DIAMOND PUBLICATIONS

GAME TRADE MAGAZINE #114
GTM contains articles on gameplay, previews and reviews, game related fiction, and self-contained games or game modules, along with solicitation information on upcoming game, manga, and video releases.
Magazine SRP: $3.99

AGMAN GAMES

REELS & DEALS: THE MOVIE-MAKING CARD GAME
In Reels & Deals, players select one of 21 unique scripts, then quest to raise funds and compete in Bidding Wars to hire the top talent from over 60 unique parody Actor, Actress, and Director cards. Put togther the perfect film to take over Hollywood! (C: 0-1-2)
Card Game SRP: $12.95

BANDAI AMERICA

BATTLE SPIRITS CCG: CALL OF THE CORE
In the fantasy world of Battle Spirits, players utilize their inner "core" to summon spirits from different lands to do their bidding: Ruby red cores from the Land of War ruled by dragons; Amethyst purple cores from the Land of Undead ruled by zombies and evil snakes; Emerald green cores from the Land of Trees inhabited by seekers of the World Tree; and White diamond cores from the Land of Ice ruled by masters of machines. Answer the "Call of the Core" with this 153-card core set introduced in 40-card Starter Decks featured in two configurations (Emerald/Ruby, Diamond Amethyst) and offered in 8-count displays, and supplemental 8-card Boosters packed in 32-count displays. (C: 1-1-2)
STARTER DECK—Starter Deck SRP: $9.99
BOOSTER PACK—Booster Pack SRP: $2.99

ATLAS GAMES

ANTARCTIC EXPRESS
(W/A) Kenneth Hite
Renowned Mythos aficionado Kenneth Hite retells H. P. Lovecraft's "At the Mountains of Madness" in this fully illustrated parody of classic children's literature. Late one evening after the city has gone to sleep, young Danforth boards the mysterious Antarctic Express bound for the South Pole. When he arrives, Professor Dyer offers the boy the chance to learn anything he desires. The boy modestly asks to probe the depths of the eldritch city of the Old Ones. The request is granted, but his memory is lost while fleeing from the piping shrieks of the shuggoths. On Christmas Eve, the boy finds his memory of that whistling cry returns... for all who visit the Old Ones' city forever hear the sound of the shuggoths! (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 10x9, 32pgs, FC SRP: $19.95

BATTLEFRONT MINIATURES

FLAMES OF WAR: MID WAR MONSTERS
Massive 100-ton super tanks, nearly impenetrable light tanks, incredibly powerful tank-hunters, heavy armored cars, and vastly-improved medium tanks. These are some of the projects that the scientists and engineers of Great Britain, the United States, Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union laboured towards in 1942 and 1943. Some of these designs were combat tested, others never got past the prototype stage, but what if they did see widespread service? How good would they have been? This new supplement for Flames of War introduces these and more to your World War II games! (C: 0-1-2)
Supplement Book, SC, 46pgs, FC (BFM FW211) SRP: $25.00

BLACK LIBRARY

WARHAMMER 40K: EMPEROR'S MERCY MMPB
(W) Henry Zou
Inquisitor Roth and his henchman Silverstein are sent to the worlds of the Medina Corridor to uncover the location of a set of ancient artifacts. Meanwhile, the Ironclads, a force of Chaos traitors, invades the subsector in search of the artifacts for their own nefarious ends. With the Ironclads’ indomitable army crushing all before it, will Roth be able to find the artifacts in time and prevent a terrible cataclysm engulfing the Medina worlds? (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 416pgs MSRP: $7.99

WARHAMMER 40K: RAVENOR OMNIBUS
(W) Dan Abnett
In the war–torn future of the 41st millennium, the Inquisition fights a secret war against the darkest enemies of mankind – the alien, the heretic, and the daemon. The three stories in this omnibus tell the tale of Inquisitor Gideon Ravenor and his lethal band of operatives, whose investigations take them from the heart of the Scarus Sector to the wildest regions of space beyond, and even through time itself. Wherever they go, and whatever dangers they face, they will never give up until their mission succeeds. This Omnibus contains the novels Ravenor, Ravenor Returned, and Ravenor Rogue, plus two short stories and an introduction by the author. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8, 768pgs MSRP: $13.99

WARHAMMER: GREY SEER MMPB
(W) C. L. Werner
The new Gotrek & Felix spin-off series, starring Thanquol & Boneripper! When the noxious artifact known as the Wormstone is discovered, only one being in the insidious skaven Under–Empire is vicious and ruthless enough to dare harness its awful power: Grey Seer Thanquol. But when the artifact is stolen by smugglers, Thanquol must recover it! Only by finding the Wormstone, avoiding the murderous attentions of his treacherous subordinates, and dodging the displeasure of his superiors in Skavenblight will Thanquol realize his plan to bring the kingdoms of both man and ratkin to their knees! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 416pgs MSRP: $7.99

GAMES WORKSHOP

WHITE DWARF #355
White Dwarf is Games Workshop’s very own monthly hobby magazine. Every issue is packed with exciting articles and features that keep you up-to-date with what’s going on for games such as Warhammer Fantasy Battle, Warhammer 40,000, and The Lord of The Rings Strategy Battle Game. This month's issue features coverage for Planetary Empires, the How to Paint Tanks book, tank articles for the Leman Russ Demolisher and Hellhound, Warhammer Tactica on War Machines, a War of The Ring battle report of Ents vs. Isengard, and a Painting Workshop for expert level faces. (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Magazine, 120pgs, FC SRP: $9.00

CUBICLE 7

CALL OF CTHULHU RPG: CTHULHU BRITTANICA
This new collection of horror scenarios for the Call of Cthulhu role playing game features five tales of horror and the weird set within the green and pleasant land of England. Each scenario focuses upon a different time period, from the streets of Victorian London to the far future when the End is almost nigh! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 172pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95

STARBLAZER RPG: STORY TELLER'S SCREEN
Packed with all the information a Story Teller needs for easy reference during a session of Starblazer, this deluxe screen will last for years of Rock 'n' Roll Space Opera Adventures! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, FC SRP: $14.95

QIN RPG: WARRING STATES CORE RULEBOOK
China. 240 BC. The state of Qin is the most authoritarian and brutal of all the Warring States. Its vast and disciplined army stands ready to embark on its great project: the union of all things under Heaven into a single Empire, or Tian Xia. But you can still change the course of history. Enter the epic world of Warring States China, a world of colorful myths and timeless legends, bold wu xia and beautiful courtesans, wise scholars and scheming eunuchs, exorcists and monsters... all await the daring exploits and noble deeds of a new generation of heroes! (C: 0-1-3)
CORE RULEBOOK—Core Rulebook, HC, 272pgs, FC SRP: $44.95
GM SCREEN—SC, FC SRP: $14.95

QIN RPG: LEGENDS
The Legends sourcebook contains information for the progression of high-level characters, details on the northern Barbarians, and a scenario kicking off the Tian Xia campaign! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 32pgs, B&W SRP: $9.95

VICTORIANA RPG: FAULKNER'S MILLINERY & MISCELLANEA
From Alexander Faulkner esquire, celebrated shopkeeper and compulsive traveller, comes the definitive guide to the finest goods and services from across the Empire of the Victoriana RPG. From a detailed view of all manner of modern contraptions from the world of mechanical science, including clockwork and steam power, to expertise on the arcane materials found in the capital's magical suppliers, Faulkner's guide is the essential Victorian-era lifestyle guide and equipment book! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 192pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95

VICTORIANA RPG: MARYLEBONE MUMMY
An intriguing and action-packed adventure for the Victoriana RPG! The noted doctor, Reginald Cantwell, has recently returned from holiday in Egypt and brought back with him a surprisingly rich tourist's trove of quaint artifacts, crumbly papyrus scrolls, and even a full-fledged mummy in an ornately decorated sarcophagus. He intends to proudly display his gains to friends and colleagues at his grand home in Marylebone, topping the evening off by demonstrating his medical prowess by unwrapping and examining the mummy. Unfortunately, nefarious forces seek to steal artifacts from the collection, and others seek to use the theft to resurrect the mummy! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 42pgs, B&W SRP: $14.95

DAYS OF WONDER

STAR OF THE MONTH

TICKET TO RIDE: MÄRKLIN EDITION
Winner of the prestigious "Spiel des Jahres" International Game Award! Created in partnership with Märklin, the world leader in model railroading, this edition of Ticket to Tide encourages players to collect sets of train cards enabling them to claim railway routes and fulfill their Destination Tickets by connecting distant cities across a map of Germany. Requires the core Ticket to Ride game to play. (FEB064042) (C: 0-1-2)
Board Game (DOW 7205) SRP: $50.00

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FANTASY FLIGHT PUBLISHING INC

ANIMA: BEYOND GOOD & EVIL CARD GAME
Compatible with Anima: Shadow of Omega, Beyond Good and Evil is a stand-alone card game where players take control of a party of exceptional characters, wielding their cunning and magical powers to complete missions and ultimately stop the ultimate evil, Genesis. Be warned, however, other players will hinder your actions in order to claim victory for themselves. Beyond Good and Evil can be played as an independent game, or combined with Anima: Shadow of Omega Revised Edition for an even more epic gaming experience. (C: 0-1-2)
Card Game, FC SRP: $24.95

STAR OF THE MONTH

COSMIC ENCOUNTER (NEW EDITION)
Take the shape of one of over 50 different alien races in this new version of the 1970's classic board game of cosmic conquest updated by fan-favorite designer Kevin Wilson (Arkham Horror)! In Cosmic Encounter, players seek to expand their empire by attacking or negotiating in order to build colonies on enemy planets. This edition of Cosmic Encounter features all-new plastic ships designed to stack up to five high, while the aliens themselves get a facelift, as all 50 races boast new art and updated rules. (SEP085142) (C: 0-1-2)
Board Game (FFG CE01) SRP: $59.95

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DESCENT: QUEST COMPENDIUM
Delve into the dungeons of Terrinoth with a veritable who's who of the hobby game industry! The Descent: Quest Compendium presents a hardbound volume of sixteen of the most cunning, deadly, and puzzling scenarios for your gaming table, brought to you by a cadre of acclaimed and award-winning game designers and authors including Keith Baker (Gloom), Kenneth Hite (Where the Deep Ones Are), Mike Selinker (Yetisburg), and John Kovalic (Dork Tower). The Descent: Quest Compendium also includes an introduction by award-winning game designer and Descent fan, Alan R. Moon, as well as a special tribute to Dungeons & Dragons creator Gary Gygax written by Descent: Journeys in the Dark's designer, Kevin Wilson. (C: 0-1-2)
Expansion, HC, FC SRP: $29.95

A GAME OF THRONES LCG: KINGS OF THE SEA EXPANSION SET
The Kings of the Sea expansion for the A Game of Thrones Living Card Game adds a new faction to the A Game of Thrones Core Set with an all-new playable deck, House Greyjoy. Packed with a wealth of new strategies, tactics, and deck-building options, this 60-card expansion comes complete with a beautifully sculpted “Arms of the Kraken” resin house card, as well as “The Kingsmoot,” a multiplayer variant in which players compete for the support of the Iron Isles’ chieftains. (C: 0-1-2)
Expansion Set SRP: $29.95

A GAME OF THRONES LCG: THE TOWER OF THE HAND CHAPTER PACK
The third Chapter Pack in the King's Landing series for the A Game of Thrones Living Card Game, The Tower of the Hand further fleshes out the Shadows mechanic and focuses on the integral characters who have held the dangerous Hand of the King post, such as Tywin Lannister and Eddard Stark. (C: 0-1-2)
Expansion Pack SRP: $9.95

KINGSBURG: TO FORGE A REALM EXPANSION
As the territories of Kingsburg expand, the forging of the realm continues! A host of new governors have been given command of outlying provinces of the royal realm, and once again they must influence advisors, strengthen their provinces, and defend the realm from the depredations of marauding foes. Competing with their fellows, governors must utilize brand-new abilities and buildings to their fullest to secure a place on the king’s council! (C: 0-1-2)
Expansion SRP: $29.95

GREEN RONIN PUBLISHING

MUTANTS & MASTERMINDS RPG: SUPERVILLAIN'S HANDBOOK HC
Superheroes are always in the spotlight, courted by the media and worshipped by the ignorant masses. Now, at last, bad guys get their due with the Supervillains' Handbook! This devious sourcebook is a complete guide to creating and running supervillains and their sinister schemes in the Mutants & Masterminds RPG, from detailed pre-generated villain archetypes, to different plot archetypes, secret lairs, and Gamemaster advice and guidance. (C: 0-1-3)
HC, 224pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

FAMILY GAMES: THE 100 BEST
In Family Games: The 100 Best, the top designers and publishers write about the most enjoyable, most cleverly designed titles of the last one hundred years. Their essays cover the spectrum from board games to card games, wargames to miniatures games to role-playing games, including old favorites and little known gems. These are the games that the designers themselves play, the ones that have inspired their most popular inventions. Essayists include such legendary creators as Alan R. Moon (Ticket to Ride), Matthew Kirby (Apples to Apples), Richard Garfield (Magic: The Gathering), Susan McKinley Ross (Qwirkle), Michael Schacht (Zooloretto), Peter Olotka (Cosmic Encounter), Leo Colovini (Clans), Mike Selinker (Risk: Godstorm), Tom Wham (Great Khan Game), James Ernest (Kill Dr. Lucky), Phil Orbanes (Cartel), Eric Goldberg (Junta), David Parlett (Hare & Tortoise), Kevin Wilson (Descent), Emiliano Sciarra (Bang!), Warren Spector (Toon), Ian Livingstone and Steve Jackson (co-founders of Games Workshop), and dozens of other noteworthy and award-winning designers. Family Games: The 100 Best also features a foreword by board game legend and Senior Director of Product Acquisition for Hasbro Games Mike Gray (Fortress America) and an afterword by author and actor Wil Wheaton (Stand By Me, Star Trek: The Next Generation). (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 6x9, 400pgs SRP: $24.95

FUNDEX GAMES LTD

WIZARD OF OZ BOARD GAME
Battle Winged Monkeys, escape the Wicked Witch’s Castle, help Tin Man find a heart, Scarecrow a brain, Cowardly Lion courage, and show Dorothy that there is truly no place like home! Build your very own Yellow Brick Road each time and begin your journey towards the Emerald City! (C: 0-1-2)
Board Game PI

WIZARD OF OZ SCRABBLE
Join Dorothy, Cowardly Lion, Tin Man, and Scarecrow as you spell along the Yellow Brick Road to meet the Wizard of Oz! Same great Scrabble play plus an exclusive Wizard of Oz dictionary and rules that help you gain bonus points. Make your wishes come true on the special Emerald City Square, to spell a word again as you get closer to winning the game! (C: 0-1-2)
Board Game PI

WIZARD OF OZ UNO
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to countless good times with the Wizard of Oz Edition UNO. 112 custom cards feature Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Lion, and many more of your favorite characters from the classic 1939 movie. It’s going to take brains, heart, and courage to become the first player to yell “UNO” and win the game! (C: 0-1-2)
Card Game PI

WIZARD OF OZ 1000-PIECE PUZZLE 6-PACK ASSORTMENT
You may have to ask the Great Wizard of Oz for a Brain to put these 1000-piece puzzles together! Each assembles to 27" x 20" size. (C: 0-1-2)
Puzzle Assortment PI

WIZARD OF OZ 300-PIECE PUZZLE 6-PACK ASSORTMENT
Bring to life the famous story of The Wizard of Oz with these beautifully illustrated 300-piece puzzles. Each assembles to 27” x 20” (C: 0-1-2)
Puzzle Assortment PI

HASBRO GAMES

TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN JENGA
There's more than meets the eye to this Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen movie-themed edition of the thrilling family game packed with edge-of-your-seat fun — Jenga! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Jenga Game PI

G.I. JOE: RISE OF COBRA EDITION BATTLESHIP
The battle between G.I. Joe and Cobra is about to begin! In this edition of Battleship, fall in with the heroic G.I. Joe team or suit up and fight for the cold-blooded Cobra. Call out coordinates and mark your hits and misses against your opponent. Once a fleet is destroyed, remove the mission sheet from the command unit to reveal the battlefield. For the first time ever, you’ll seek and destroy your enemy on land, at sea, and in the air — it’s the most versatile Battleship game yet! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

MONOPOLY DISNEY EDITION
The Greatest Place on Earth meets the greatest game in the world! Join Snow White, Pinnochio, Alladin, and many of your favorite Disney characters as players vie for popular Disney animated properties like The Lion King and 101 Dalmatians in their quest to earn Disney Dollars and own it all! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

KENZER & COMPANY

HACKMASTER BASIC RPG: CORE RULEBOOK
Adventure awaits! Take your next step out of the ordinary with the new edition of the HackMaster fantasy roleplaying game! Play as a dwarf, elf, halfling, or human, and take the role of a fighter, thief, mage, or cleric, in an epic saga filled with danger and endless excitement. The HackMaster Basic rulebook has everything you need to start playing, with easy-to-read rules for new players and information for GameMasters — including descriptions of over 75 monsters — all with that award-winning, classic HackMaster feel. (C: 0-1-2)
Core Rulebook, SC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $19.99

KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT

YU-GI-OH! TCG 2009 COLLECTIBLE TIN
The Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Collectible Tins are the marquis releases every year, featuring the most popular and powerful monsters on a sleek and sturdy protective metal case, so Duelists can store their favorite Deck or collection. The first of two waves of tins kicks off with the twin releases of the Twins’ Dragons – Leo’s Power Tool Dragon and Luna’s Ancient Fairy Dragon! These dragons are some of the most prominent and beloved monsters featured on the Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s animated series, and will feature prominently in the storyline well into 2010. Wave 1 tins come with two advance packs of Ancient Prophecy and is the only place to get 1st Edition packs weeks before the Unlimited Edition will be available anywhere else! Each tin will also come with two packs of Crimson Crisis and one pack of Raging Battle, plus a Secret Rare variant card! (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Collectible Tin SRP: $19.99

MATTEL TOYS

SIMPSONS UNO
Welcome The Simpsons to America’s #1 family card game! This edition of UNO features 112 customized Simpsons UNO cards, plus the exclusive "D’Oh!" card. (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Card Game PI

MONGOOSE PUBLISHING

CONAN RPG: EMPIRES OF THE HYBORIAN AGE
There is something irresistible in the golden allure of ruler-ship. Many characters in the Conan saga have sought power, such as Thoth-amon, Khemsa, the Devi, Yezdigerd, Tarascus, and Conan himself. Players also seek out power - and this sourcebook is designed to help them do just that. This high-level supplement for Conan the Roleplaying Game allows players to overthrow an existing government, take ruler-ship, and then run the kingdom, immersing themselves in national crises, diplomatic quagmires, and, of course, wars. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95

CONAN RPG: THIEF'S COMPANION
Dedicated to characters that use their wits and stealth, rather than brawn, to overcome enemies and obstacles, the Thief's Companion introduces new tools and tricks for circumventing the odds, new ways to enter seemingly impregnable towers and fortresses, and new tactics for defeating heavily armored opponents. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95

PARANOIA XP RPG: TROUBLSHOOTERS
Greetings, citizen! The Computer has made you a Troubleshooter, a protector of the underground city of Alpha Complex. You and your fellow Troubleshooters will have lots of fun rooting out Communist mutant traitors. The Computer says so. Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Paranoia, this marvelous tome features new rules to ignore and new missions to be excited by, all dedicated to those staunch defenders of Alpha Complex, the Troubleshooters! Also available is the "Black Missions" edition of Paranoia XP: Troubleshooters! Limited to 1,000 copies, this special edition boasts an all-new cover, and includes a Bonus Mandatory Fun DVD packed with material streamed straight from the grey subnets — electronic copies of classic Paranoia supplements, Computer Voice Control, Traitorous Sound Effects, and much more! (C: 0-1-3)
STANDARD EDITION—Core Rulebook, HC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $39.95
LIMITED EDITION SET W/ DVD—HC, 200pgs, B&W SRP: $49.95

PARANOIA XP RPG: GAMES MASTERS SCREEN
No Paranoia Games Master should be without his Mandatory Screen. How else can he hide the Computer's vital secrets, while cackling as the next hose-job is unleashed upon unsuspecting players? With all the important tables and charts, ready to be ignored, the new Paranoia Games Master's Screen is constructed from quality, heavy-weight cardstock that will stand the ravages of many years' gaming. (C: 0-1-3)
GM SCREEN—SC, B&W SRP: $14.95

JUDGE DREDD RPG: BAD MOON RISING
Why are murders being conducted seemingly at random? Why are the Narks suddenly silent? Is this a new plot against Mega-City One... or a very, very old one? The first complete adventure for the Judge Dredd RPG, Bad Moon Rising starts with a routine investigation for the Judges, but it soon becomes apparent that the crimes being committed are anything but normal! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95

STAR OF THE MONTH

TRAVELLER RPG
Traveller: Science-Fiction Adventure in the Far Future returns in a new edition, updated and revised for the modern era! Based on the Classic Traveller rules set, streamlined and updated for the 21st Century, the Traveller main rulebook provides everything you need to explore the universes of science fiction settings. (DEC074836) (C: 0-1-3)
HC, 160pgs, B&W SRP: $39.95

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TRAVELLER RPG: GOLDEN AGE STARSHIPS COMPILATION
Compiling the Golden Age Starships, this sourcebook features new ships for Traveller, including deck plans, crews, variants, and scenario ideas for each. All ships can be found in the official Spinward Marches setting, and the Compilation features the Fast Courier, Corsair, LSP Modular Starship, Sword Worlds Patrol Cruiser, and a collection of archaic small craft and stations for worlds who are just finding their way into space. (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 172pgs, B&W SRP: $29.95

TRAVELLER RPG: SUPPLEMENT 6 — MILITARY VEHICLES
From armored wagons and light tanks, to giant ships and walking mecha, this book will allow your players to face the full might of military forces, be they armed police or a full scale army! The Traveller Vehicle Creation System is also expanded in this Traveller sourcebook, to allow for all manner of military spec additions such as armour, weaponry and advanced electronics! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95

TRAVELLER RPG: REFEREE'S SCREEN
With stunning artwork of a Type-S Scout's cockpit facing the players, and every vital table for the Referee, the Traveller Referee's Screen is the perfect complement to a well run Traveller campaign. (C: 0-1-3)
SC, B&W SRP: $14.95

SPYCRAFT DECLASSIFIED RPG: ODD JOBS
Spycraft Declassified: Odd Jobs collects the strangest and most fantastic of Crafty Games' PDFs and Signs & Portents articles, including classic Greek and fantasy races from Origin of the Species, sanity-blasting cosmic horror and advanced stress rules from Fragile Minds, a new capsule setting that can take you literally anywhere you want to go, a new agenda for World on Fire that's out of this world, and a ready-to-play adventure! (C: 0-1-3)
SC, 96pgs, B&W SRP: $24.95

PAIZO PUBLISHING LLC

STAR OF THE MONTH

THE ART OF DRAGON MAGAZINE
For 30 years, Dragon Magazine has published genre-defining fantasy masterpieces! This beautiful collection showcases three decades of classic artworks by the likes of Larry Elmore, Keith Parkinson, Jeff Easley, Wayne Reynolds, Brom, Todd Lockwood, Tony DiTerlizzi, Tim Hildebrandt, Daniel Horne, Denis Beauvais, and Clyde Caldwell. (AUG064623) (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 160pgs, FC (PZO 1101) SRP: $34.95

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GAMEMASTERY ITEM CARDS: COUNCIL OF THIEVES
The fantastic spoils of the Council of Thieves Adventure Path take form in this new assortment of 54 unique GameMastery Item Cards. From specialized thieves tools to the diabolical sacrificial daggers and devil-faced platemail of the Hellknights of Cheliax, the idea-inspiring items in this set add an under-handed dimension to any Item Card collection and bring a great sense of immersion to Council of Thieves campaigns. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, FC SRP: $10.99

GAMEMASTERY MAP PACK: TOWN
GameMastery Map Pack: Town contains 18 full-color, 5 x 8-inch map tiles, stunningly crafted by cartographer Corey Macourek, that combine to form a variety of locations in a traditional fantasy-themed town. Locations Include: Town Hall, Merchant's Guildhouse, City Watch Station, Indoor Market, and General Store. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, FC SRP: $12.99

PATHFINDER CHRONICLES: BOOK OF THE DAMNED VOLUME 1 — PRINCES OF DARKNESS
This book takes a look at the sinister, manipulative cruelties of Hell's scions — the devils. How do devils manipulate mortals to serve their evil plans? What eldritch powers can a mortal gain by signing an infernal contract…and what does he give up in the process? What are Hell's plans for the world of Pathfinder? All these questions and more are explored in Volume 1 of the Book of the Damned, along with numerous, brand-new devils and infernal magic designed to vex and torment your players. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $19.99

PATHFINDER COMPANION: COUNCIL OF THIEVES — CHELIAX, EMPIRE OF DEVILS
The city of Westcrown, once the capital of Cheliax, is now but a shadow of its former glory. Pauper nobles and self-made princes vie for control in a metropolis perched on the edge of self-destruction. With entire districts abandoned and left to bandits and monsters, Westcrown is a city in need of heroes. This city and its environs are the setting for Pathfinder's new Council of Thieves Adventure Path, and the first to be compatible with both the innovative new Pathfinder RPG rules and the original 3.5 rules of the world's most popular roleplaying game. Cheliax, Empire of Devils tells you all you need to know to build a character for the new Council of Thieves Adventure Path, presents an extensive player-focused gazetteer on Westcrown and the surrounding region, and offers many new feats, character traits, spells and magic items, and even a new prestige class. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $10.99

PATHFINDER: COUNCIL OF THIEVES VOLUME 1 — THE BASTARDS OF EREBUS ADVENTURE PATH
The Council of Thieves Adventure Path starts with a bang in the crumbling metropolis of Westcrown, former capital of Cheliax, a once-proud empire now reduced to political infighting and ruled by a revolutionary aristocracy in league with the vilest devils of Hell. When a gang of devil-blooded bandits called the Bastards of Erebus threaten Westcrown's delicate status quo, the heroes must face sinister beasts of shadow, relentless armored Hellknights, and whispered rumors of a return to power of the city's legendary criminal guild. What mysterious force is pulling the strings of the shadowy Council of Thieves, and what do its machinations mean for the heroes and all of Cheliax itself? The Bastards of Erebus is the first adventure designed especially for the brand-new Pathfinder Roleplaying Game! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 96pgs, FC SRP: $19.99

PATHFINDER RPG: CORE RULEBOOK
Backward-compatible with 3.5 fantasy rules but offering new solutions and options that place it firmly on the cutting edge, the Pathfinder RPG is the culmination of the largest open public playtest in RPG history. The Pathfinder Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook includes revised rules for the classic seven fantasy RPG races, updated options for the 11 core classes, a completely overhauled experience system, and a streamlined skill system, plus a host of new and familiar feats, equipment, combat options, domains, specialty schools, new and revised spells, and updated rules for NPCs, including quick-generation rules. (C: 0-1-2)
HC, 560pgs, FC SRP: $49.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A ZOGONIA: SLICE OF DEATH TP
(W/A) Tony Moseley
Join the adventuring rogue Kev and his companions Domato and Dindil as they greedily explore Tony Moseley's treacherous and hilarious world of Zogonia! Delve dungeons filled with ravenous beasts, deadly traps, and even deadlier companions in this side-splitting collection of one of Dragon magazine's most popular cartoons! Zogonia: Slice of Death contains 64 pages of comic strips, old and new, collected from the pages of Dragon. It also features an introduction by Tony Moseley revealing the artist's overview of the series.
SC, 8x11, 64pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

PLANET STORIES

PIERS ANTHONYS: SOS THE ROPE TP
(W) Piers Anthony
Wandering tribes of primitive humans meet and fight and love and die. When one tribe meets another, individuals fight inside a Battle Circle. The loser must become a member of the victorious tribe. Each warrior is named by his weapon. When Sol the Sword is bested by Sol of All Weapons, he loses his tribe, his name, and his weapon. Re-named Sos the Rope, he joins with Sol of All Weapons to try to create something greater than a world of Battle Circles. An early classic from Piers Anthony, creator of the legendary Xanth series, Sos the Rope was nominated for the prestigious Hugo Award! (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 5x8, 248pgs SRP: $14.99

POKEMON USA

POKÉMON TCG 2009 SPRING TIN DISPLAY
What could make this specially designed Pokémon Trading Card Game: Platinum Collector's Tin even better for players and collectors alike? How about one of three exciting, brand-new Platinum cards that will add real power to any Pokémon TCG collection! Collect them, trade them, train them…but don't miss them! Each tin contains one Level X card, four Pokémon TCG booster packs, and one Pokémon TFG figure. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Mexico, Central and South America.
Tin (PUI 10299) SRP: $14.99

PLAYROOM ENTERTAINMENT

KILLER BUNNIES: JUPITER LASER RED BOOSTER
The Killer Bunnies: Jupiter Laser Red Booster Deck kicks into space-warp speed with more deadly Beyea Aliens, more powerful ships, and three additional sectors of space for your new and powerful Red bunnies to explore. Will you be subject to a devastating Cargo Blow or unleash a Solar Flare? Even innocent fruit may have consequences, as you discover that the Pineapples in space can be quite deadly. With cunning and danger behind every asteroid, this new booster is sure to deliver cosmic fun and strategy! A copy of Killer Bunnies and the Journey to Jupiter is required to utilize this expansion. (C: 0-1-3)
RES. from Previews Vol. XVIII #9 (SEP085193)
Expansion (PLE 41200) SRP: $25.00

Q-WORKSHOP.COM

WICKED HOLIDAY MUNCHKIN JUMBO D10 BLISTER LIMITED EDTION
Prepare for the holiday mayhem with these special, limited edition red and white Munchkin dice, just the thing to help you to kill the monsters, steal their treasure, stab your buddy, and level up in style! (C: 0-1-2)
Dice (QWS10MUN103) SRP: $5.95

SCREENLIFE LLC

80S DELUXE EDITION SCENE IT? DVD GAME
Are you ready to flashback to Flashdance? Relive the rad fads of Punk Rock, Fraggle Rock, Pop Rocks, and more! Bursting with trivia and filled with 80s-themed, on-screen challenges, this game packs in more movie and music clips than a Betamax library! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
DVD Game MSRP: $39.99

SIMPSONS DELUXE EDITION SCENE IT? DVD GAME
Your favorite dysfunctional family in a trivia game with real clips! Celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Simpsons, this game features real clips, puzzlers, and trivia about everyone’s favorite Springfield residents, guest stars, and more from the first two decades of the show! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
DVD Game MSRP: $39.99

STEVE JACKSON GAMES

CHEZ GOTH 2ND EDITION
They’re Back... In Black! In Chez Goth, the stand-alone game that puts a new spin on the award-winning (and all too realistic) Chez Geek, you’re still living with a bunch of roommates — but now you’re a Goth! Work at your dreary job, and spend your hard-earned money and precious time to accumulate Slack points, or collect Gloom when life turns against you. This second edition of Chez Goth features a larger, sturdier box with all the components you need to play, including a die and numerous Slack and Gloom counters. (C: 0-1-2)
Card Game SRP: $19.95

MUNCHKIN FAIRY DUST EXPANSION DECK DISPLAY
Meet the Sparkly Good Fairy. She wants all the munchkins to play nice, and she’s willing to bash in some heads to make sure they do! Play her way, and she’ll sprinkle you with Fairy Dust. Play dirty, and you might end up fighting her instead... over and over and over. This 15-card non-collectible expansion for classic Munchkin introduces the Sparkly Good Fairy and her deck of Fairy Dust cards. Offered in 10-count displays. (C: 0-1-2)
Expansion Pack SRP: $3.95

THE UPPER DECK COMPANY

STAR OF THE MONTH

WORLD OF WARCRAFT MINIATURES GAME DELUXE EDITION SET
Arrows fly through the air, axes crush the unwary, and spells illuminate the landscape. From the forests of Ashenvale to the rolling dunes of Tanaris — Horde, Alliance, and Monsters battle for domination in the World of Warcraft Miniatures Game! This inaugural series is introduced in Starter Sets containing four, exclusive, pre-painted miniatures (two Alliance and two Horde characters), complete with UBases, dice, and a game map. Also available are Deluxe Starters (packed with six premium figures — three each from the Alliance, Horde, or Monster factions) and booster packs containing three randomized miniatures designed to supplement your game. (MAY085148) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Miniatures Game MSRP: $39.99

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USAOPOLY

CLUE SEINFELD EDITION
Six Suspects, one Thief, nine Weapons... and Newman is out cold! NEEEWMAN…! At a gathering at Jerry's apartment, Newman unveils a homemade newsletter containing embarrassing stories about Jerry, Elaine, George, Kramer, Puddy, and Frank Costanza. He tells everyone that he plans to use his postal route to distribute this newsletter all over New York. Overnight, Newman is attacked and his newsletters are stolen. He calls everyone to Jerry's apartment and exclaims, "One of you knocked me out and stole my newsletters! If I don't find out who did it and where my newsletters are, I'll let the police figure it out." Do you have what it takes to start the insanity, track down the Thief, and find the newsletters? Giddyap! (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

LIFE ROCKSTAR EDITION
Rock On! You wanna be a rocker? Set the world on fire? Get on the Rock 'n Roll Highway and start your garage band, perform at the Red Roxy Amphitheater, get your first single on the radio, and build fame and fortune. Live a rock star life, build your career, reach superstardom, become a Rock Star legend, and retire at the Rocker's Hall of Fame! (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

TRIVIAL PURSUIT BEATLES
For the first time ever, America’s favorite trivia game teams up with the world’s most legendary rock-n-roll band! Are you the ultimate Beatles fan? Now can show off your Beatlemania by acing over 2,500 fab questions from six categories covering two decades of everything Beatles! (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

RISK HALO WARS COLLECTOR'S EDITION
Lead your armies in an effort to eradicate your enemies. Will you choose the Covenant, the mightiest alien military, intent on wiping out humankind? The UNSC, humanity’s brave defenders, fighting for survival? Or the parasitic Flood, driven by a desire to infect any sentient life it encounters? It’s your opportunity to size up the opposition, formulate a strategy, and embark on a mission to control Arcadia and win the game. Who will have the most strategic plan, earn their achievements, and take control? (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Board Game PI

TWILIGHT CREATIONS INC

DEADLANDS BOARD GAME
Saddle up, hombre, the Weird West awaits! Based on Pinnacle Entertainment's innovative Deadlands roleplaying game, players portray grim gunslingers, spell-slinging hucksters, brilliant mad scientists, and wizened Indian shamans using their special abilities to fight those who need to be fought, cause mischief or stop it, gamble, build, recruit townsfolk to their crusade, and collect ghost rock as they stake their souls and fortunes to control as much of the town as possible before the evils of the frontier consume it! (C: 0-1-2)
Board Game SRP: $44.99

WHITE WOLF PUBLISHING

EXALTED, SECOND EDITION RPG: SCROLL OF HEROES
Creation is lorded over by the mighty Exalted, but even the numerous Dragon-Blooded are as but a drop of water in the teeming sea of humanity. Offering an overview of mortal life in all corners of Creation during the Age of Sorrows, this character sourcebook for Exalted, Second Edition, features everything players and Storytellers need to generate heroic mortal characters, as well as God-Blooded heroes. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 160pgs, FC SRP: $24.99

GEIST RPG: SIN-EATERS CORE RULEBOOK
Death was not the end — it was a transition. Still alive but bound to the forces of death, you are now one of the Sin-Eaters: gatekeepers of the Underworld, possessed of the strange and powerful geists. The gates to the realm of the dead yawn open... and you hold the keys! This core rulebook features everything players and Storytellers need to explore the ethereal world of Geist: The Sin-Eaters, including an expanded look at death and the Underworld in the World of Darkness, from simple ghosts to strange threats such as the Kerberoi. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 320pgs, FC SRP: $34.99

MAGE THE AWAKENING RPG: NIGHT HORRORS — THE UNBIDDEN
This Chronicle Book for Mage: The Awakening conjures a host of beings, creatures, antagonists, allies, and characters with which to bedevil the lives of the Awakened, and reveals new, mysterious locations, including the murderous Byebury Henge and the Dream Computer of Ashward Heights. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 160pgs, FC SRP: $27.99

MAGE: THE AWAKENING TAROT DECK
The path of the mage is laid clear, from Fool to World. The Arcana gather, their power and the destiny of the Awakened laid out in a pattern of cups, pentacles, staves, and swords. What stories will emerge from the oracle of the cards? A Player Aid for Mage: The Awakening, this 78-card Tarot deck is suitable for stand-alone use or in conjunction with World of Darkness chronicles and contains lavish, full-color art commissioned specifically for this deck. Includes instructions on standard Tarot readings as well as using the cards as a Storytelling tool for chronicles. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
Tarot Deck, FC SRP: $34.99

VAMPIRE THE REQUIEM RPG: ANCIENT BLOODLINES
The Blood isn’t stagnant. It changes with the times, even if the Kindred that carry it don’t. Every epoch leads to new permutations of the five clans. This courcebook for Vampire: The Requiem introduces 20 new bloodlines based on the historical flashpoints presented in Ancient Mysteries. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
HC, 160pgs, FC SRP: $34.99

WIZARDS OF THE COAST

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: ADVENTURER'S VAULT VOLUME 2
Whether you're a player looking for a new piece of equipment or a Dungeon Master building a dungeon hoard, this Dungeons & Dragons supplement presents hundreds of magic items, including legendary weapons and artifacts. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Supplement Book, HC, 9x12, 160pgs, FC SRP: $29.95

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS CMG: MONSTER MANUAL LEGENDARY EVILS BOOSTER PACK
The Monster Manual: Legendary Evils expansion for Dungeons & Dragons features fully assembled, pre-painted plastic miniatures of iconic monsters from the Monster Manual and other core rulebooks. Designed to allow Dungeon Masters to run a ready-to-play encounter right out of the box, this 40-figure set includes monsters of various levels and roles, and is introduced in packs containing one visible, non-random Huge miniature, and four hidden, random miniatures. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Booster Pack SRP: $21.99

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS PLAYER'S HANDBOOK 2 POWER CARDS DISPLAY
Each Power Card deck of 100 cards includes all the powers for one of the eight classes featured in the Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition Player's Handbook 2, plus a few blank cards for players to use for other powers. The display box includes eight decks of power cards: one deck apiece for the each class appearing in the book. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Accessory SRP: $9.99

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS SUPER ADVENTURE: REVENGE OF THE GIANTS
Fee-Fie-Foe-FUN! Evil giants seek to avenge past defeats by ravaging the civilized lands, and the only thing standing in their way is a renowned band of heroes. This Dungeons & Dragons super-adventure, designed for paragon-level characters, can be played as a stand-alone adventure or serve as the foundation of an entire D&D campaign. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
HC, 9x12, 160pgs SRP: $29.95

THE LOST CHRONICLES BOOK 3 — DRAGONS OF THE HOURGLASS MAGE HC
(W) Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman
The Companions are back and the balance of Krynn is at stake, in the magnificent conclusion to the Lost Chronicles! As the world celebrates Spring Dawning, the wizard Raistlin Majere, now a Black Robe, travels to Neraka, the lord city of the Dark Queen, to further his own quest for power. But, when he discovers that Takhisis plans to destroy the gods of magic on the Night of the Eye, he must find a way to thwart the plot, and still overcome his final foe: the archmagus Fistandantilus, who seeks to kill Raistlin and steal his soul! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
HC, 7x10, 384pgs SRP: $25.95

EBERRON: DRACONIC PROPHECIES BOOK 3 — DRAGON WAR HC
(W) James Wyatt
The Five Nations of Khorvaire stand on the brink of war. Gaven - exile, outlaw, and prophesied Storm Dragon — may be the one person able to stop it. But he can't remember who he is. Wounded, tormented, and hovering on the brink of madness, Gaven's friends — and even a few enemies — have to save him before it's too late! (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
HC, 7x10, 352pgs SRP: $25.95

FORGOTTEN REALMS: CLERIC QUINTET BOOK 4 — THE FALLEN FORTRESS MMPB
(W) R.A. Salvatore
Cadderly leads the combined forces of Carradoon and Shilmista against Castle Trinity, the stronghold of his enemy Aballister. But, another mission calls him on a journey leading into a past he hoped he would be able to forget. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 6x9, 352pgs SRP: $7.99

FORGOTTEN REALMS: THE WILDS BOOK 1 — THE EDGE OF CHAOS MMPB
(W) Jak Koke
On the border of a dangerous, magically unstable area called the Plaguewrought Lands, the leader of a cult seeking the spread of this wild magic and an alchemist who wants to control it join forces to create an elixir that allows pilgrims to survive the Plaguewrought Lands. But, only one can succeed. A young man with strange powers and a priestess of the god of death will help determine who? (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 320pgs SRP: $7.99

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO DRAGONS: GREEN DRAGON CODEX HC
(W) R.D. Henham
When ten-year-old Scamp Weaver finds a locked chest in a forest clearing, he feels like his life is finally about to change for the better. But he doesn't bargain for just how much change the chest will bring. Inside he finds a dragon egg and a mysterious ancient scroll, which set Scamp and his best friend Dannika off on a harrowing adventure, chased by dragon hunters who want the contents of the chest for themselves. Life gets ever more complicated when the baby green dragon hatches. Will this cute, mischievous hatchling really grow up to be an evil green dragon? (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
HC, 256pgs SRP: $9.95

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO VAMPIRES
(W) Lisa T. Trumbauer
How old is a vampire fledgling? Why do vampires avoid mirrors? What's the best way to slip into a vampire's home? New York Times bestselling author Lisa Trumbauer illuminates the twilight world of vampires in the next edition in the Practical Guide family of fantasy essentials. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
HC, 80pgs SRP: $12.95

SUCKS TO BE ME: THE ALL-TRUE CONFESSIONS OF MINA HAMILTON, TEEN VAMPIRE (MAYBE) TP
(W) Kimberly Pauley
Mina Hamilton's parents want her dead. (Or undead to be precise.) They're vampires, and like it or not, Mina must decide whether to become a vampire herself. But Mina's more interested in hanging out with best friend Serena and trying to catch the eye of the too-hot-for-high-school Nathan Able than in the vampire training classes she's being forced to take. How's a girl supposed to find the perfect prom date and pass third-year French when her mom and dad are breathing down her neck — literally? (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SC, 6x9, 304pgs SRP: $8.95

STAR WARS CMG: CLONE WARS MAP PACK #3 — THE CRYSTAL CAVES OF ILUM
Pick a side, choose a battle map, and gather your squad! May the Force be with you! Expand your galaxy with these fully painted, amazingly detailed miniature figures from the upcoming Star Wars: The Clone Wars feature film and animated television series. Each pack contains two non-random, pre-painted, Light Side vs. Dark Side plastic miniatures complete with stat cards, as well as a full-color, two-sided battle map. The Crystal Caves of Ilum contains an exclusive Jedi MasterLuminara Unduli and a Battle Droid. (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
RES. from Previews Vol. XVIII #9 (SEP085245)
Map Pack SRP: $9.99

WIZKIDS LLC

STARS OF THE MONTH

HALO ACTIONCLIX 4-FIGURE GAME PACK DISPLAY
Halo ActionClix brings the battle with the Covenant to a whole new arena and into players' hands, as they stand between the Covenant and the destruction of all humankind. Each Halo ActionClix Game Pack contains four randomly packed figures with character cards, a 15" x 10" full-color map, rules, two micro dice, and tokens. (JUL074858) (C: 1-1-3)
Pack (WIZ 1309) MSRP: $9.99

HALO ACTIONCLIX BATTLE-DAMAGED SCARAB
If you missed San Diego Comic-Con in 2007, you missed the unveiling of one of the largest “miniature” game pieces ever realized: the Halo ActionClix: Battle-Damaged Scarab! Pocked with white-hot bullet points, but still armed and dangerous, the Battle-Damaged Scarab is still available — but supplies are limited! (JAN088042) (C: 0-1-2) NOTE: Avail North America, HK, IDN, Malaysia, Maldives, Saipan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan & Thailand.
Miniature SRP: $249.99

HALO ACTIONCLIX BATTLE-DAMAGED WARTHOG VEHICLE PACK
Halo ActionClix brings the battle with the Covenant to a whole new arena and into players' hands, as they stand between the Covenant and the destruction of all humankind. The Halo ActionClix Warthog Vehicle Pack contains a highly detailed, battle-damaged Warthog all-terrain vehicle with character cards, map, and rules. Featured in an open-window package in a diorama setting, the Warthog Vehicle Pack adds vehicle rules to Clix gaming for the first time! (AUG074961) (C: 1-1-2)
Vehicle Pack (WIZ 1322) SRP: $24.99

HALO ACTIONCLIX HUNTER COMBAT PACK
Halo ActionClix brings the battle with the Covenant to a whole new arena and into players' hands as they stand between the Covenant and the destruction of all humankind! Featuring everything two players need to play Halo ActionClix, each Hunter Combat Pack contains four regular-sized figures, two giant-sized figures, one 3-D object, six character cards, a 20" x 30" double-sided, full-color map, tokens and dice, and a Halo ActionClix rulebook. (JUL074860) (C: 1-1-2)
Combat Pack (WIZ 1304) SRP: $24.99

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VIDEOS SECTION

ANIME

DEVIL MAY CRY COMPLETE BOX SET DVD
From FUNimation Productions, Inc.! Based on the popular Playstation video game series from Capcom! Cursed by his half-monstrous, half human nature, Dante must spend his life fighting the forces of darkness: demons. Big ones, sly ones, crafty ones, sexy ones. Everyone knows demons come in all shapes and sizes, and somebody's got to send them back to hell. Luckily, none are too thick-skinned for his bloodthirsty sword, Rebellion, or too fast for his always loaded guns, Ebony & Ivory. And Dante's all too happy to do it. Especially if there's money involved. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
MATURE THEMES
DVD SRP: $49.99

ONE PIECE SEASON 2 PART 2: SECOND VOYAGE DVD
From FUNimation Productions, Inc.! The Straw Hats are headed for the treacherous Grand Line in search of a genuine pirate adventure! Risking their lives on the high seas is just part of the fun for a crew in search of the Legendary One Piece! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $49.99

POKÉMON ELEMENTS DVDS
From VIZ Media! Following in the wake of the Pokémon All Star series, Pokémon Elements features episodes commemorating the unique types of Pokémon. Each disc showcases a Pokémon element with three classic episodes. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
VOL. 1: GRASS—DVD SRP: $9.99
VOL. 2: FIRE—DVD SRP: $9.99

PUMPKIN SCISSORS COMPLETE SERIES DVD SET
From FUNimation Productions, Inc.! In the aftermath of the Great War, Lt. Alice Malvin is charged to take command of the Imperial Army's Intelligence Section Three. Their code name: Pumpkin Scissors. Her mission: to sharpen IS3 into a deadly instrument of justice, and to expose the corrupt power-mad nobility who prey on the weak! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Canada.
DVD Set SRP: $69.99

UFO ULTRAMAIDEN VALKYRIE 3 COMPLETE COLLECTION DVD
From FUNimation Productions, Inc.! A Valhallian leader makes a proposal that Valkyrie can't refuse: return home and get married immediately! When Kazuto battles his way to the royal planet to rescue Val, things don't exactly turn out as planned. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $49.99

VOLTRON: FLEET OF DOOM MOVIE DVD
From AnimeWorks! In a bid to destroy the Galaxy Alliance, evil King Zarkon joins forces with the leader of the Drule Empire, Viceroy Throk. Together, they create the largest armada of destroyers that has ever been seen in space — the Fleet of Doom! When the fleet begins obliterating one key Galaxy Alliance outpost after another, the Voltron Force quickly realize the threat is far greater than even one of the mighty Voltron units to deal with. Therefore, they send the call out to both to the stellar ship Explorer and to the Castle of Lions. Keith, Princess Allura, Hunk, Lance, and Pidge fly into battle in their robot lions, alongside Commanders Jeff, Krik, and Cliff with their vehicle teams. When Prince Lotor arrives as the head of a super Robeast made of five united Robeasts, Keith and Jeff give the order to form both Voltrons! Now, the ultimate giant robot team-up is Earth’s last hope! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $19.99

ANIMATION

G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO SEASON 1 PART 1 DVD
From Vivendi Entertainment! G.I. Joe is the nation's top secret special-mission force charged with fighting the evil COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization bent on conquering the world. Season 1, Part 1 contains 22 original, uncut, remastered episodes from the classic 1983-84 First Season of the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero animated series. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $29.99

SUPERFRIENDS: THE LOST EPISODES DVD
From Warner Home Video, Inc.! During the 1982-83 season, ABC continued to run a half-hour long show entitled The Best of the Superfriends, which consisted of reruns of the most popular episodes from the previous nine seasons. When ABC decided to drop the animated series from its Saturday morning line-up, Hanna-Barbera continued to produce new episodes of the Superfriends. Ultimately, these "unaired" episodes found themselves in syndication as part of the Superman/Batman Adventures... but, now, you can enjoy all 24 "Lost Episodes" in this thrilling DVD collection! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $26.99

WOLVERINE & THE X-MEN ANIM DVD DEADLY ENEMIES
From Lionsgate Entertainment! Join Wolverine and the X-Men as they continue to fight against formidable opponents to prevent an unspeakable future in this second DVD collection featuring five action-packed episodes from the hit Nicktoons Network animated series, Wolverine and the X-Men! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $14.99

ASIAN CINEMA

ICHI, THE KILLER SPECIAL EDITION WITH TRAILER DVD
From Tokyo Shock! From Takashi Miike, the director of Audition and Visitor Q! Welcome to a world where violence is a virtue and depravity is a way of life. This is the underside of Shinjuku, and the Home of Kakihara, a sadistic Yakuza killer. He relentlessly tears apart the underworld searching for the man who killed his boss. The mastermind behind the plot is Jijii, an ex-cop bent on turning the gangsters of Japan against one another. His trump card is a physically powerful lunatic who is constantly on the verge of snapping. This madman is Ichi, the Killer, and between him and Kakihara, the streets will run red with blood! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $29.99

SAMURAI SCHOOL DVD
From Tokyo Shock! At a private school that turns boys into true men, grueling training is practically the only thing that you can count on. Between hundreds of pushups, hot-oil baths, and being locked in jail cells, the new students have a lot to deal with before they can even think of kicking back and relaxing. And when a rival school is out to cause some trouble, will true friendship be able to save the day? The Samurai School's rules don't usually allow for personal grudges, but the rules don't matter anywhere outside the grounds! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $24.99

MUSHI-SHI LIVE-ACTION DVD
From FUNimation Productions, Inc.! From Katsuhiro Otomo, the critically acclaimed, award-winning director of Akira, and animator and special effects maven Nobuaki Koga (Neon Genesis Evangelion), comes this thrilling, majestic, feature-length, live-action treatment of Yuki Urushibara's popular manga and animated series! Mushi-shi brings the viewer into a dreamlike world where ghostly organisms called Mushi hover on the borders of perception. Neither plants nor animals, Mushi are primal life forms that possess the essential life force of the universe. Only a few human beings are able to see the mushi. A travelling mystical doctor, a ‘Bugmaster’ named Ginko (Joe Odagiri), passes from village to village in the remote regions of Japan in an effort to learn more about these strange beings. Along the way, Ginko tries to help people who are suffering ill-effects from their encounters with the Mushi while trying to maintain a respectful relationship with the supernatural creatures. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $24.99

MOVIE/TV

DOLLHOUSE SEASON 1 DVD BOX SET
From FOX Home Entertainment! Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Firefly) returns to television, reuniting with fellow Buffy alumna, Eliza Dushku, for the thrilling new drama, Dollhouse! Echo (Dushku) is an "Active," a member of a highly illegal and underground group of individuals who have had their personalities wiped clean so they can be imprinted with any number of new personas. Hired by the wealthy, powerful, and connected, the Actives don't just perform their hired roles, they wholly become — with mind, personality, and physiology — whomever the client wants or needs them to be. After each assigned engagement, Echo, always under the watchful eye of her handler, Boyd Langton (Harry Lennix), returns to the mysterious Dollhouse where her thoughts, feelings, experiences, and knowledge are erased. Echo acts with no memory of before. Or does she? With her blossoming self-awareness and her desire to discover her true identity, each new engagement conjures a new memory and increased danger inside and outside the Dollhouse. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $49.99

SCI FI

DR. HORRIBLE'S SING-ALONG BLOG DVD
From New Video! From Joss Whedon (Dollhouse, Serenity, Buffy the Vampire Slayer) comes the online musical smash about a budding supervillain (Neil Patrick Harris) whose plans for world domination, getting accepted into the Evil League of Evil, and working up the guts to speak to his laundromat crush Penny (Felicia Day) continually go awry. Plus: more than 90 minutes of bonus material! Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
DVD SRP: $14.99

MOVIE/TV

TIM AND ERIC AWESOME SHOW, GREAT JOB! SEASON 3 DVD
From Warner Home Video, Inc.! From the creators of Tom Goes to the Mayor, Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim, comes this fast-paced, absurd collection of short films, parodies, animations, emotions, phone calls, pranks, and musical numbers featuring comedians, celebrities, bad actors, and pets. Scheduled to ship in August 2009. (C: 0-1-3)
DVD SRP: $19.99

MUSIC

TRANSFORMERS REVENGE OF THE FALLEN OST CD
Revenge is coming this June. The sequel to 2007's summer hit, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, promises to be one of this summer's must sees. Get in on the action with the original soundtrack and score from the film. Headlined by Linkin Park and their hit single, "New Divide", the OST bears every song featured in the film. The score promises work from Steve Jablonsky (Transformers), Hans Zimmer (The Dark Knight) and Linkin Park. It'll be hard to escape the pulse-pounding sounds of Autobots fighting Decepticons this year; keep up with the best sounds from the movie.
ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK—CD SRP: $18.98
SCORE—CD SRP: $18.98

ADULT ANIME

HENTAI EXPRESS: LUST TRAIN DVD
SEE PREVIEWSadult.com FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
DVD SRP: $24.95

DARK CHAPEL VOLUME 2 DVD (SUBTITLED)
SEE PREVIEWSadult.com FOR MORE INFORMATION (C: 1-1-2) NOTE: Not available in Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, & the U.K.
ADULT MATERIAL
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #6 (JUN075013)
DVD (DIA 345051) SRP: $25.00