www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIII #5 May 2008  

Independent Comic Publishers
(Companies beginning with B)

BASEMENT COMICS / AMRYL ENTERT

CAVEWOMAN: PANGAEAN SEA #11
by Budd Root
The omnipotent Harmonzilla has come to obliterate a city with a death rate so high the corpses are left out on the curb like garbage, and Cavewoman (with the adorable face of evil), with her friends, are there to mop up whatever's left in the wake of the great monster! Meanwhile, another Cavewoman(?!) enters the den of the sexually stunning blonde witches, whose beauty is only eclipsed by their bloodthirsty lust for power, violence, and human flesh! All this, not to mention the immense, unconquerable King Klyde, make this, hands down, the greatest nail biter in the history of Basement comics! We recommend gloves!
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #12 (DEC073462)
24pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50

CAVEWOMAN: "THE TWO WITCHES" PRINT
by Budd Root
Cavewoman has her hands full with these two sexy witches, and who wouldn’t want that? This beautiful print features one of Budd’s best paintings to date, simply stunning in its colorful detail. Measuring approximately 11” x 17” and limited to only 500 pieces, this print is ready to be framed and comes with a collector’s envelope. (C: 0-0-1)
Print, 11x17, FC PI

BIG CITY COMICS

OMEGA ONE: ROGUE #1
by Jeffrey Kaufman & Mario Gully
Mario Gully, Ant creator and Marvel Comics' artist, takes over the next story arc of Omega One! The Omega One network has been hacked and heroes and villains are being sent on unauthorized, illegal missions. Ant, Totem, Tempest, Wolf, Wylde, Native, and Coldburn join Omega One to clamp down on the situation!
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.25

ZOMBIE-SAMA ONE SHOT
by Billy Tucci, John Broglia and George Kambadais
Twenty-something slacker Jim Okami’s day couldn’t go any worse. The Sushi shop’s delivery boy lost a tip due to a flat bicycle tire, got dumped by his girlfriend for rich, blonde-surfer-butthole, and — get this — the entire world is now being eaten alive by biologically infected Zombies! As Hell breaks-loose around him, Jim witnesses the great sushi master Sanjiro, armed only with a vast array of filleting knives, heroically overtaken while defending the strip mall. And like Arthur pulling Excalibur from the stone, Jim instinctively grabs a lone katana honorably stationed above the restaurant’s cash register and — delivery boy Jim Okami is reborn as Zombie-Sama! Outfitted with Sanjiro’s beloved cash register katana and chain mail armor lifted from a local scuba shop, “Yo Jimbo!” will set out on a quest to save one small town from the monstrous multitudes of flesh eating freaks! The original Zombie-sama saw limited release through European publisher Narwain but now Big City Comics brings it to you in glorious and gory full-color by artist John Broglia and colorist George Kambadais!
SC, 48pgs, FC SRP: $6.99

DRAGON CROSS #8
by Rob Richardson, Jeffrey Kaufman & Jason Embury
"I Choose Death!" Believing that killing Talon is her only option, Vashti goes after him. While Talon has a great appreciation for life, he will have to make a decision that either ends his life or those of his companions.
32pgs, FC SRP: $3.25

BLUE LINE ART

SKETCH MAGAZINE #37
Featuring Image Comic’s Invincible artist Ryan Ottley! This issue takes a look at comics creator Ryan Ottley from his inspirational art style to illustrating one of the most popular independently published superhero comics. Sketch continues to satisfies with numerous "how-to" instructional from tried-and-true industry talent, and is packed with penciling, computer coloring, and marketing tips to help you become an artistic rising star. Great information, inspiration, and fun! (C: 0-1-2)
Magazine, SC, 64pgs, PC SRP: $6.95

BLUEWATER PRODUCTIONS

PISTOLFIST #1
by J.S. Earl, David A. Flanary, Jr. & Andres Guinaldo
How precious is your freedom? Would you fight for it? Would you dare to die for it? Set amidst the American Revolution, this critically-acclaimed series follows the saga of a mysterious, masked runaway slave whose destiny is helplessly entwined with that of a famous, yet frail, Benjamin Franklin. Inspired by true characters and events, you'll soon discover why fans and fellow creators alike have chosen to "rev it up!"
SC, 32pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.99

RAY HARRYHAUSEN PRESENTS BACK MYSTERIOUS ISLAND
by Max Landis & Kevin Gentilcore
Inspired by the classic tale by Jules Verne, this story goes back to the land that he created. Mysterious Island has risen again, this time in 2008 and the infamous Captian Nemo is back to command a new set of monsters!
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

GEARZ #2
by Dan Rafter & Thiago Silva
Karen Chugg is suddenly the most popular student in school. But she can’t shake the sneaking suspicion that her newfound popularity has more to do with her three new friends — each of whom happens to be a super-powered robot — than it does with her gluten-free cookies, big heart, and winning smile. Then there’s the matter of the rogue teachers, chemical-fueled beasts, hooded assassins and clueless president, all of whom would like to tear Karen’s new robot pals apart. And if that’s not enough for a high school junior to worry about, there’s also the new boy in school, who just happens to be the only robot bigger, meaner and deadlier than Karen’s new friends!
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

RAY HARRYHAUSEN PRESENTS FLYING SAUCERS VS. THE EARTH #4
by Ryan Burton & Alan Brooks
The intergalactic series comes to a supernova bang on the steps of Washington, DC! An epic battle between good and evil will determine the fate of not one, but two worlds! Prophecies are fulfilled, heroes are born, and the science of both worlds will be put to the test as the saucers continue their attack!
SC, 32pgs, FC (4 of 4) SRP: $3.99

RAY HARRYHAUSEN PRESENTS SINBAD ROGUE OF MARS
by Greg Thompson & Jeff Cruz
Sinbad's journey takes him to the final battle for Mars in this final issue of the hit Ray Harryhausen series! Will Sinbad make it back to his own time, or will he be stuck on the plains of Mars forever?
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #11 (NOV073404)
32pgs, FC (5 of 5) SRP: $3.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A 10TH MUSE GIANT ONE-SHOT
by Davis, Cruz, & Heights
The Muse is dead! Long live the Muse! Or so say the headlines. But like any good reporter, sometimes the best news is the news you make happen. For years, the 10th Muse has fought a variety of evil in the name of justice, but she has never battled the media! If the future is written, the Muse is a dead woman and there is nothing the gods can do about it. In the bigger-than-life series finale, Emma Sonnet encounters her final destiny — but will it mean her death?
48pgs, FC SRP: $5.95

BONGO COMICS

FUTURAMA COMICS #38
by Boothby & Lloyd
Leela gets little respect as captain from Fry and Bender. But when The Planet Express ship crash lands on a jungle planet, scattering the crew, Leela's made queen by the local natives, while Fry, finding the lifeless and strip-mined body of Bender, decides to seek revenge on those who killed his best friend. There’s a rumble in the jungle this July!
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

SIMPSONS CLASSICS #17
by Groening & Various
It’s a battle of the bards when Lisa, the poet laureate of McBean’s coffee bar, and Martin, representing Moe’s Tavern, go head to head in a beatnik beat down of iambic proportions, and boy do they have a syntax to grind! And when Professor Frink puts reality on the blink, he leaves Springfield in an altered state where Mayor Marge Bouvier-Ziff must fend off a seasoned hitman named Homer, and overachiever and rebel Milhouse Van Houten continually puts one over Principal Bob Terwilliger. Who will get busy and bring an end to this time warp tizzy? Also catch up on the latest fanzine featuring the Be Sharps. Collects Simpson Comics #32-33. Classic comedy comes your way this July!
Magazine, SC, 64pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

SIMPSONS COMICS #144
by Dixon, Spiegle and Ho
Raging Abe Simpson and his ragtag band of howling commandos, the Flying Hellfish, are back in an issue-long adventure that takes them from the frontlines of World War II all the way to Berlin in an effort to stop Hitler once and for all. Join the fightingest squad in the fightingest company in the third fightingest battalion in the Army as they risk it all for the sake of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness — that is, as long as Grampa remembers the story right in the first place. Featuring art by legendary comics artist Dan Spiegle! Fall in line with the Simpsons this July!
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.99

BOOM! STUDIOS

CHALLENGER DEEP #1
by Andrew Cosby & Marcelo Mueller
When an experimental nuclear submarine is marooned in a deposit of methane ice deep in the Marianas Trench, an elite salvage team mounts a daring rescue to prevent an explosive chain reaction that could lead to global disaster! From the creator of the hit Sci-Fi Channel series, Eureka!
SC, 24pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.99

BLOOD BOWL: CONTRACT KILLER #4
by Matt Forbec & Lads Helloven
Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers enter the semi-final round of the Blood Bowl Championship, an assassin still plagues their play. They'd put a stop to it if they weren't too busy battling the tentacled terrors of the Chaos All-Stars for their lives! Features two alternate covers. (C: 0-1-0)
COVER A—SC, 24pgs, FC (4 of 5) SRP: $3.99
COVER B—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

THE GODFATHER CHRONICLES #3
by Mark Waid & Greg Scott
The third chapter in the five-part tale chronicling the untold battle between Don Corleone and outside forces for control of New York's underworld! Just how loyal are the Don's lieutenants — and, more importantly, how loyal are his sons when they could lose everything near and dear to them? Features alternate covers, including one by Bill Sienkiewicz, distributed in a 50/50 split.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

HIGH ROLLERS #2
by Gary Phillips & Manoel Magalhães
Crime does pay! In this pulse-pounding issue, CQ moves up the ranks with a power maneuver that makes Tony Soprano’s machinations look like child’s play. Critically acclaimed mystery novelist Gary Phillips (High Hand, Bangers) shows you the L.A. underworld you only thought you knew! Snitch on your friend. Stay out of jail. And buy this book! A potent mix of American Gangster and The Wire for fans of Brubaker’s Criminal!
24pgs, FC (2 of 4) SRP: $3.99

STATION
by Johanna Stokes & Leno Jefferson
A crew member has died. And now the crew knows it isn't sabotage. Questions follow, as suspicions build. Paranoia runs deep. But the death of the crew member complicates the situation further – he was repairing the station, and now the repair's not been made. Things go from bad to worse in this thriller from Johanna Stokes, staff writer on the hit Sci-Fi Network series EUREKA!
RES. from Previews Vol. XVII #5 (MAY073290)
24pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $3.99

SCREAM QUEEN #3
by Brendan Hay & Nate Watson
BOOM!’s first horror-romance continues! The Terror of Rumson continues to stalk high-schooler Molly, intent on making her dreams come true — and willing to use a chain saw to do it! Writer Brendan Hay from The Daily Show continues to bring a American Pie-meets-Friday The 13th sensibility to his horror series debut!
SC, 24pgs, FC (3 of 5) SRP: $3.99

ZOMBIE TALES #4
by Christopher Morgan, Tim Hamilton & Jon Reed
A special book-length adventure from Christopher Morgan, co-writer of Salem: Queen of Thorns and screenwriter of Wanted! Three separate chapters by three different artists chronicle the birth, life and death of a young Japanese soldier who seeks only to defend his village and his family from the zombie hordes who surround his island! Available with covers by Marco Rudy or Shane Oakley
RUDY COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
OAKLEY COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

FALL OF CTHULHU: GODWAR #1
by Michael Alan Nelson & Mateus Santolouco
Mr. Arkham’s plans are in motion and the followers of Cthulhu are poised to strike against the heretics of Nodens. But when their epic battle spills into the Dreamlands, Mr. Arkhams plans threaten to unravel. Will anyone survive the Godwar? Features two covers by Mateus Santolouco and Kody Chamberlain.
SANTOLOUCO COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC (1 of 4) SRP: $3.99
CHAMBERLAIN COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

FALL OF CTHULHU COVER GALLERY
by Various
Straight from the mountains of madness and into a Mylar snug, if you’re smart! This book showcases the greatest, most disturbing images from BOOM!’s Fall of Cthulhu series, masterworks all! If you’re foolish enough to leaf through its pages without the proper incantations of protection, then you’ve only got yourself to blame if you start hearing the familiar call of the Old Gods! Available with two covers.
COVER A—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
COVER B—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

CTHULHU TALES #5
by Michael Alan Nelson, Todd Lepre, Chee & Jon Reed
Set sail for death! Well okay, first, unspeakably mind-bending terror on the cruise ship out of time — and then death! Sorry to give away the surprise ending. Also, a sneak peek at the new companion book, Fall of Cthulhu: Godwar by horror scribe Michael Alan Nelson!
RUDY COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99
SANTOLOUCO COVER—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

CTHULHU: THE FUGUE POSTER
by Vatche Mavlian
Don’t stare too long into the maw of darkness! Vatche Mavlian’s cover for the award-winning trade paperback Fall of Cthulhu: The Fugue is now a poster suitable for framing — or for worshipping in a midnight mass! Measuring 24" x 36", this poster is what every cultist needs to summon the Old Ones!
24X36, FC SRP: $14.99

CTHULHU SHOT GLASS
by Chuck BB
Suck Your Soul! It’s the Cthulhu Shot Glass. In honor of the premiere issue of Fall of Cthulhu: Godwar, BOOM! Studios would like everyone to raise a toast to madness!
B&W SRP: $6.99

WARHAMMER 40,000: EXTERMINATUS #2
by Dan Abnett, Ian Edginton & Daniel Lapham
Inquisitor Alastor's investigation leads him to track a cargo container carrying a dying Untouchable on it's way to the merchant House De Kyp on the planet Demarius Secunda. All evidence suggests that this is on the orders of the nefarious Damask Brothers. With his savant Pascal and backed by a squad of Adeptus Arbites, Alastor and his Retinue storm the Damask's island quarters. But can it all really be that simple? Features two alternate covers by Justin Norman and Tony Parker. (C: 0-1-0)
NORMAN COVER—24pgs, FC (2 of 5) SRP: $3.99
PARKER COVER—24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

WARHAMMER: CONDEMNED BY FIRE #5
by Dan Abnett, Ian Edginton & Rahsan Ekedal
Witch Hunter Magnus Gault, Great Sword Vogel, and Vargni the Dwarf all unite in a final, desperate pitched battle against the Skaven horde that attempts to destroy the giant Warpstone that has been corrupting and contaminating the land. With the odds and weight of numbers stacked heavily against Gault, Vogel, and Vargni, the only certainty is that they'll go down fighting! Features two alternate covers, both by Joe Abraham and Jaime Jones. (C: 0-1-0)
COVER A—SC, 24pgs, FC (5 of 5) SRP: $3.99
COVER B—SC, 24pgs, FC SRP: $3.99

THE FOUNDATION TP
by John Rozum, Kody Chamberlain & Chee
History shows that in the 1500s, Nostradamus' three volumes of prophecies were best-sellers, making him a rich man. But what the world doesn't know is that he used his vast treasure-trove of riches to create a foundation to prevent his most catastrophic prophesies from occurring! This secret team still functions today, using Nostradamus' published and unpublished tomes to predict threats to worldwide security! In the vein of The X-Files, but with a 24-like spin!
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $15.99

OFFERED AGAIN

O/A JENNY FINN: DOOM MESSIAH TP
by Mike Mignola, Troy Nixey & Farel Dalrymple
Finally collected in one volume for the first time! From the mind of Mike Mignola, creator of Hellboy, comes this Lovecraftian tale of a mysterious girl who arrives in Victorian England leaving carnage in her wake. Is she evil incarnate or a misled child? Jenny Finn: Doom Messiah hits the shelves ready to take advantage of the Hellboy 2 film release! (DEC073492)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, B&W SRP: $14.99

STARS OF THE MONTH

PLANETARY BRIGADE VOLUME 1 TP
by Giffen, DeMatteis & Haley
The Planetary Brigade is a group of heroes fronted by Squared's Captain Valor and Grim Knight. Meet Mr. Brilliant — Earth has never met a smarter, or more smug, hero. Earth Goddess — by day, she's a sweet, unassuming wallflower, but when the Earth needs her, she turns into a gargantuan guardian of the plane. Purring Pussycat — sweet, sexy... what's she hiding? The Third Eye — spiritual mystic. The Mauve Visitor — strange visitor from another world, or cute little Smurf-like dude? Together, they're in a league all their own! (JUN073347)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

SAVAGE BROTHERS VOLUME 1 TP
by Stokes, Cosby & Albuquerque
When hell comes to Earth in a supernatural apocalypse, salvage yard owners Dale (he's the con man) and Otis (he's the muscle) don't run for their lives. They settle in and crack some beers! Have a loved one who's turned into the undead and needs tending? Call Dale and Otis — they'll hop in their Ford 150, bring 'em back, or put 'em down, if it needs doin'! (JUN073349)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

X ISLE VOLUME 1 TP
by Cosby, Nelson, Scott & Imaginary Friends
A team of researchers drift on the ocean, lost, in their quest for an enigmatic island that's never been explored. Washing on its shores, they find a dense, terrifying jungle populated with animal and plant life that has evolved along a completely different path. What secret does this isle hold? Why are the life forms there so dangerous — and so alien? (JUN073358)
SC, 6x9, 128pgs, FC SRP: $14.99

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BROADSWORD COMICS

TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #51
by Jim Balent
"So Mote It Be," Part 2. Swords clash as Tarot — the Swordmaiden to the Goddess — crosses blades with the Swordman to the God. Tarot's lover, Boo Cat, watches helplessly as the two warriors of the Craft, battle to what can be their mutual demise! As always this issue ships equally with 2 Jim Balent covers.
MATURE THEMES
32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95

TAROT: WITCH OF THE BLACK ROSE #51 DELUXE EDITION
by Jim Balent
This Deluxe Edition of Tarot #51 comes bagged and boarded, and includes a a black-and-white limited collector's lithograph, "Swordmaiden," featuring an image of Tarot with a defiant glare. Measuring 6 1/2" x 10", the lithograph was rendered and signed by Jim Balent, and is limited to an edition of 500 pieces. (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
Set (1 comic & 1 litho), 32pgs, FC SRP: $19.99

PICTURE THIS SC
by Jim Balent & Holly G
This 32-page, full-color saddle-stitched pin-up book features photo tributes to Bettie Page, as well as Holly as Tarot, taken from studio modeling session photography by Jim Balent. Signed by both Jim Balent and Holly G, this limited edition is numbered.
MATURE THEMES
SC, 32pgs, FC SRP: $25.00

BROCCOLI INTERNATIONAL USA

E'S (BROCCOLI) VOLUME 7 GN
by Satol Yuiga, with Satsuki Yamashita
Reunited with Yuuki and Asuka, Kai is more determined than ever to stay and work among the citizens of Gald. An odd job brings Kai into contact with the inventor of a device that can detect and neutralize psychics. Jyma only wanted to create something clever, but when he suspects his company has sinister plans for his invention, he agrees to join forces with Yuuki but with a price — a date with Asuka! (C: 0-1-2)
MATURE THEMES
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $9.99

HONOKA LEVEL UP! VOLUME 1 GN
by Akiyoshi Ohta & Matsuda98
Honoka, a lonely young student, loves to doodle and draw. But her casual love of art is transformed when her uncle hires her to work as a character developer at his new video gaming company. Honoka has no idea how to negotiate the complex corporate world, and as she begins to learn the basics of the video game industry, she finds herself getting caught up in the confusing politics, crushing responsibilities, and difficult developmental aspects of her newfound calling. Overwhelmed by the challenges, Honoka realizes that she'll have to give it her all if she wants to succeed. (C: 0-1-2)
SC, 224pgs, B&W SRP: $10.99

BUYMETOYS.COM

THE OZ/WONDERLAND CHRONICLES #3
by Ben Avery, Casey Heying & Caesar Antomattei
Alice and Dorothy face off against the New Wicked Witch. But, even if they survive, they must find a way to Wonderland to stop the unstoppable — The Jabberwocky! The beast is making it’s way to Oz, but first it has to go through the middle realm — Earth! Available with covers from Joe Jusko and Glen Orbik.
JUSKO COVER—32pgs, FC (3 of 4) SRP: $3.50
ORBIK COVER—32pgs, FC SRP: $3.50