www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #3 March 2009  

Independent Comic Publishers
(Companies beginning with B)

BANDAI ENTERTAINMENT INC

LUCKY STAR VOLUME 1 GN
(W/A) Kagami Yoshimizu
From the studio that brought you The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya! When eating a chocolate cornet which end do you begin with, the top or the bottom? Which side is the top and which is the bottom? For that matter, what is a chocolate cornet? The proper way to eat pastries is only one of the many every day occurrences explored by the girls of Ms. Kuroi’s class. Meet Konata, an athletic and intelligent girl too dedicated to her favorite primetime television shows to pay attention to Ms. Kuroi's lessons!
SC, 150pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

BLUEWATER PRODUCTIONS

LIONSGATE FILMS: LEPRECHAUN #1
(W) Zach Hunchar (A) Kris Carter
Based on the cult film from Lionsgate! This is the tale of Lubdan, the king and sole survivor of the Leprechauns. A treasure dealer stumbles across his pot of gold and steals it. In this modern age, he finds buyers all over the planet through on-line auctions. Lubdan finds the thief after the gold is shipped to humans across the globe. Lubdan's quest takes him all over the planet, across time and space. Battling greed, the genocidal Cluracan and new mystical adversaries, Lubdan must save all life to save himself — but not without taking lives!
MATURE THEMES
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

LEGEND OF ISIS #1
(W) Aaron Stueve, Derek Ruiz (A) Ivan Barriga
Isis is back! In the first issue of the new ongoing series, Isis' life is getting back to normal when a mysterious package arrives at her doorstep, leading her toward a battle with the gruesome Scarab Queen! Legend of Isis has been optioned by Paramount Pictures and is soon to be a feature film!
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

VINCENT PRICE PRESENTS #9
(W) Chad Helder (A) Derliz Santacruz, Joel Robinson
A high school English class studies Edgar Allan Poe's macabre masterpiece, "The Murders in the Rue Morgue." Inspired by the horrific tale of a razor-blade-wielding orangutan, the brightest and most insane student in the class uses his secret psychic power to carry out a hideous and unimaginable revenge against his classmates.
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

WARLOCK #3 (BLUEWATER)
(W) Nick Lyons (A) Jacob Bear
All hell breaks loose as the seven Warlocks wreak havoc upon the city. Can a mysterious man help Tom and Rachael defeat the Warlocks — or is the world doomed?
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

BONGO COMICS

SIMPSONS COMICS #154
(W) Wein (A) Ortiz
When the Simpsons discover a bee infestation in their home, they are determined to have the buzzing insects exterminated — until they taste the sweet, sweet honey produced by the hive! Then, they make themselves busy as bees building up their new honey business.
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

FUTURAMA COMICS #43
(W) Ian Boothby (A) John Delaney
Fry finds himself short on cash, so he moonlights for a company that specializes in selling products to people while they sleep. But when Fry finds himself in the middle of one of Leela’s dreams, he decides to do everything in his power to make her dream come true.
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

THE SIMPSONS SUMMER SHINDIG #3
(W/A) Matt Groening
The summer just got more fun with the return of The Simpsons Summer Shindig. This double-sized issue of summer-lovin’ stories finds Homer, Moe, and Barney inventing a wildly popular beer donut; Santa’s Little Helper and Snowball II on an incredible journey; Bart in a summer school showdown with Kearney, and much more!
48pgs, FC SRP: $4.99

SIMPSONS COMICS TREASURE TROVE #4
(W/A) Matt Groening
The fat and the furious! Obesity meets obscenity when Homer and Comic Book Guy stand trial over the questionable contents of some confiscated comics. Is it a gross miscarriage of justice or the morality of some parallel universe trampling on the Bill of Rights? Then Radioactive Man rocks the house, Bart goes forth and multiplies, Homer does a little yard work, and much, much more!
SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

BART SIMPSON, SON OF HOMER TP
(W/A) Matt Groening
He’s been big, bad, bratty, beefy, bouncy, beastly, brilliant (not to mention boastful, brazen, boisterous, brash, and downright bamboozling), but when it comes down to it Bart Simpson is the Son of Homer! Join the chip off the ol’ block in several adventures as he makes Springfield safe from criminals; starts his own radio talk show; goes on a one-man campaign against the new reading craze in Springfield; takes a one-way train trip to disaster; wins a shopping spree at Krusty’s toy store; and much, much more. Collects Bart Simpson #29-33.
SC, 120pgs, FC SRP: $15.99

BOOM! STUDIOS

THE UNKNOWN #1
(W) Mark Waid (A) Minck Oosterveer
She has solved every mystery known to man. But there is one mystery that remains unknown! Revered as the smartest person alive, Catherine Allingham is the world's most famous private investigator. Follow her adventures as she sets out to solve the one mystery she's never been able to crack! A new original mini-series from Mark Waid in the vein of Ruse with international superstar Minck Oosterveer. Covers by Paul Pope and Eric Jones.
SC, 24pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.99

UNTHINKABLE #1
(W) Mark Sable (A) Julian Totino Tedesco
They've been hired to think the UNTHINKABLE. But what happens when the unthinkable actually happens? After 9-11, best-selling author Alan Ripley joins a government think tank consisting of the most imaginative minds in diverse fields. Their job? Think of nightmare scenarios and crippling terrorist attacks so the government can safeguard against them. But when members of the think tank start to disappear one by one, can Alan stop the UNTHINKABLE from coming to pass? Find out in this new mini-series from hot writer Mark (TWO-FACE YEAR ONE, CYBORG) Sable and rising talent Julian Totino Tedesco.
SC, 24pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.99

FALL OF CTHULHU: NEMESIS #2
(W) Michael Alan Nelson (A) Mateus Santolouco
Fall Of Cthulhu returns with Nemesis, an epic origin story revealing the secret history behind Nyarlathotep's favorite companion. The fight for Atlantis continues as a weary king exposes sycophants who pray to the Old Ones. Their dissent and aggression is mounting. The Crawling Chaos must be stopped. Be prepared for the shock of your life as BOOM!'s bestselling horror title continues! Covers by Jeffery Spokes and Chuck BB.
SC, 24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99

MR. STUFFINS #2 (NEW EDITION)
(W) Andrew Cosby, Johanna Stokes (A) Axel Medellin
"My teddy bear's a secret agent!" The action continues as Mr. Stuffins fights for his family with all the power a plush toy can. Chaos, fun, and mayhem ensue, from the Eureka creator Andrew Cosby and Eureka writer Johanna Stokes with art from hot newcomer Axel Medellin! Covers by David Petersen (Mouse Guard) and Matt Cossin.
SC, 24pgs, FC (2 of 3) SRP: $3.99

IRREDEEMABLE #2
(W) Mark Waid (A) Peter Krause
A comic book industry event: a new original ongoing superhero series from Mark Waid! Irredeemable dares to ask the question: what if the world's greatest hero decided to become the world's greatest villain? Heroes are being picked off one-by-one in a brutal and viscous assault. They never stood a chance, never saw it coming. A small cadre of heroes race against time and space to stay alive and turn the tables. A "twilight of the superheroes"-style story that examines super-villains from the writer of Kingdom Come and Empire! Covers from John Cassaday and Dennis Calero.
24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

CAPED #3
(W) Josh Lobis, Darin Moiselle (A) Yair Herrera
Think your boss is tough? Try working for a superhero! Millions would kill to be a superhero's personal assistant like Jimmy Lohman. But not Jimmy! Being a superhero's assistant is one thing. But taking care of your defamed boss while also investigating whom is killing Capitol City's other superfolks is another thing entirely! Let's just hope Jimmy sees a nice Christmas bonus this year. Covers by Saumin Patel and Joe Quinones.
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $3.99

FINDING NEMO: REEF RESCUE #1
(W) Marie Croall (A) Erica Leigh Currey
The biggest selling DVD of all time comes to comics! Nemo, Dory, and Marlin have become local heroes, and are recruited to embark on an all-new adventure. Their reef is mysteriously dying and no one knows why! Facing dangerous waters and incredible odds, Nemo travels the great blue sea to save the one thing that matters most of all — home. Covers by Amy Mebberson and Erica Leigh Currey. (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
SC, 24pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $2.99

CARS: THE ROOKIE #1
(W) Alan J. Porter (A) Albert Carreres
Lightning McQueen's thrilling origin story continues! During McQueen's first big race, he makes an enemy of irascible racer Chic Hicks! And why does McQueen's pit crew seem to dislike him, as well? Can McQueen check his ego at the finish line and gain some much-needed respect? Covers by Allen Gladfelter. (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $2.99

EUREKA: DORMANT GENE #2
(W) Andrew Cosby, Jonathan L. Davis (A) Mark Dos Santos
The Sci-Fi Channel's smash hit show returns for another series masterminded by the creator of the show, told completely in continuity! It's high school shenanigans in Eureka as Zoe falls for the new guy in school who has everybody talking. But what she doesn't know is that the stud used to be a dud! Covers by J.K. Woodward.
SC, 24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99

FARSCAPE: STRANGE DETRACTORS #3
(W) Rockne S. O'Bannon, Keith R.A. DeCandido (A) Will Sliney
Farscape creator Rockne O'Bannon is back! Television's science fiction masterpiece continues with the same hit writing team from the first sold-out mini-series! As the in-fighting intensifies with the Moya crew, time is running out for Crichton to put an end to the violence. Not mention the fate of a planet hangs in the balance (again)! Covers by Joe Corroney and Dennis Calero.
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $3.99

FARSCAPE: D'ARGO'S LAMENT #2
(W) Keith R.A. DeCandido (A) Neil Edwards
Ka D'argo lives on - only in this pulse-pounding Farscape mini-series set in-continuity during season 3 between episodes "Revenging Angel" and "Fractures." D'Argo and Jool are stuck in the middle of a global war, and a figure from D'Argo's past is only going to make things worse! Covers by Michael DiPascale and Will Sliney.
SC, 24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99

THE MUPPETS' ROBIN HOOD #2
(W) Tim Beedle (A) Armand Villavert Jr.
The Muppets tell the Robin Hood legend for laughs, and it's the reader who will be merry! Robin Hood (Kermit the Frog) and his band of outlaws steal from the rich and give to the poor. But much to the Merry Men's disbelief, Maid Marian (Miss Piggy) has stolen Robin's most valuable possession-his heart! Covers from David Peterson (Mouse Guard) and Armand Villavert. (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
SC, 24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $2.99

THE INCREDIBLES: FAMILY MATTERS #3
(W) Mark Waid (A) Marcio Takara
Legendary writer Mark Waid's action-packed story continues! Mr. Incredible is grounded? Having become a threat to the team's safety, Helen has no choice but to force Bob's premature retirement from crime fighting! Can Mr. Incredible watch on the sidelines while his family faces constant danger? Covers by Sean "Cheeks" Galloway and Marcio Takara. (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $2.99

THE MUPPET SHOW #3
(W/A) Roger Langridge
Acclaimed creator Roger Landridge's zany romp across The Muppet Show stage continues! This issue is positively Gonzo! Literally! But what exactly is Gonzo? And how expensive is he to insure? Gonzo ponders these mysterious questions, all while performing his hilariously dangerous routine, which might be shut down by the theater's insurance agent! (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $2.99

TOY STORY: THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER #2
(W) Dan Jolley (A) Chris Moreno
More all-new adventures featuring the world's favorite toys! Andy's been working on his science project for weeks, but Rex clumsily breaks one of the pieces! Can Woody and Buzz lead a squadron of toys into the science fair and stealthily repair Andy's project before he discovers the broken piece? Story by Eisner Award-nominated writer Dan Jolley! Covers by and Mike DeCarlo & Chris Moreno (C: 0-0-1) NOTE: Available only in the United States and Canada.
24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $2.99

EUREKA VOLUME 1 TP
(W) Andrew Cosby, Brendan Hay (A) Diego Barreto
The Sci-Fi Channel's smash hit series Euraka comes to BOOM! The first arc is collected in this volume, masterminded by the creator of the show and told completely in continuity! It's a game of cat and mouse when Sheriff Cater is on the hunt for an escapee from Global Dynamics. But what connection does this dangerous stranger have to Carter's partner, Jo Lupo? Cover by J.K. Woodward.
SC, 112pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $15.99

ZOMBIE TALES VOLUME 4: THIS BITES TP
(W/A) Various
When you're at the top of the food chain the only way to go is down! Oscar-nominated screenwriter Kim Krizan fleshes out the world of zombies in her "2061" series. Tom Peyer (Legion of Super-Heroes) brings you a heart-warming tale of undead loss and reunion. Toby Cypress (Killing Girl) takes a look at what happens after zombies are turned back into humans. And many more tales that will take your flesh away.
SC, 128pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $15.99

BROADSWORD COMICS

TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #56
(W/A) Jim Balent
"Shades of Magick," Part 2. Tarot's search to find her sister and the book of forbidden magick, leads her to a group of ring stones and a creature named Pan who has trapped several maidens in an endless dance with his music. With his sights now set upon Tarot, he seeks to bewitch her and make her one of his helpless servants! As always, this issue ships equally with 2 Jim Balent covers.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95

TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #56 DELUXE EDITION
(W/A) Jim Balent
This Deluxe Lithograph Plate Edition comes bagged and boarded with a copy of Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose #56 and a black-and-white lithograph of Tarot entitled "Garden Pest." Measuring 6 1/2" x 10", this limited collector's lithograph is pencilled and signed by Balent, and is limited to a printing of 500 pieces. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Set (1 comic & 1 litho), 32pgs, FC SRP: $19.99