Comic books in 'Knight', graded by CBCS

'DIRE THINGS,' Part One It's been called 'Stunning!' 'Amazing!' '10 out of 10!' and 'Full of message and meaning.' Now, you can read the 'best fantasy book on the market' for a special reduced price! Beginning an all-new story arc, a vengeance Goddess sets her sights on the Godslayer, suspecting him of murdering her brother. A perfect jumping on point for new readers, this issue includes a special guide to the world of the Godslayer. Join the epic adventure and discover what everyone is raving about! Cover price $1.99.

Cover by Glenn Fabry and Liam McCormack-Sharp. The Devil's Knight, script by Brian Holguin, art by Liam McCormack-Sharp; A Hellspawn comes to the English village of Rhyll, looking to find a hint of who he is and what he has become; What he finds instead is gross injustice and a people oppressed by Baron Rivalen; He intervenes in a clash between a common peasant and Rivalin's captain-at-arms, Guy DuBlanc, and slices up the vain man's face; He then approaches a crumbling castle that seems familiar where he is greeted by a garrulous stranger. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Cover by Liam McCormack-Sharp. Forsaken, script by Brian Holguin, art by Liam McCormack-Sharp; Cogliostro tells Spawn who he really is--Ian Covenant, lord of the land of Rhyll who left for the Crusades and was killed in battle; Overwhelmed by this information, Spawn takes off and is quickly captured by the Fates. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin (A) Liam McCormack-Sharp, Cover by Liam McCormack-Sharp Even the humblest soul cries out for liberty, yearns to cast off the shackles of oppression and breathe free, but at what price? With the fate of his kinsmen in his hands, Lord Covenant, the newly reborn HellSpawn, leads a rebellion against the tyrannical Count Rivalen. On a gray and muddy field in England, a ragged band of common men take arms against a fierce army. This shall be their finest hour, but it may also be their last. For Lord Covenant, any triumph may prove hollow. For what good is victory at the cost of humanity? FC, 32pg$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin (A) Liam McCormack-Sharp Cover by Liam McCormack-Sharp, Glen Fabry A Questing Tale Lord Covenant, Hellspawn of the Dark Ages, wants nothing to do with the world and the world wants nothing of him. So why does he keep being drawn into the affairs of mortals? A small but rare act of courage against tyranny catches his notice, and a child's plea for deliverance draws Covenant into a battle against oppression and turns him into an unlikely champion of hope for one desperate community. FC, 32pg" Cover price $2.50.

Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Holguin (A) Liam McCormack-Sharp, Cover by Simon Davis "The Ghost on the Hill"?Lord Covenant, Hellspawn of the Dark Ages, has abandoned his role as Hell's soldier and denounced his unearthly powers. In a desperate attempt to regain his lost soul, he seeks absolution far away from the eyes of man. When a strange young girl named Maeve seeks him out, telling him that God himself has told her that Covenant is to lead an army to freedom, he acquiesces. But nothing can prepare him for the discovery of who is leading the opposing army. FC, 32pg" Cover price $2.50.

(W) Brian Holguin (A) Liam McCormack-Sharp (Cover) Simon Davis (C) Mark Nicholas "Blood and Glory": Lord Covenant's reluctant participation in a campaign led by a prophetic young girl and fought by a rag-tag band of runaway children proves disastrous when they suffer a devastating defeat on the battlefield. When it looks like all hope is lost, will the Hellspawn be able to find a way to save the day or even save himself? FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Todd McFarlane Production (W) Steve Niles (P) Nat Jones (I) Chance Wolf & Kevin Conrad (Cover) Ashley Wood (Color) Mark Nicholas "Crucified" The murders in the Dark Wood surrounding Rhyll's forest continue and the Hellspawn is blamed. His people have turned against him. His hell-borne powers have been stolen. Now he must face the judgment of his people and pray for mercy at the hands of the very clan he once ruled. Meanwhile, the Druid Priest in possession of Spawn's Necroplasmic powers has fled to the eerie woods of the south where strange specters call from the darkest shadows and voices whisper in the night air. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Cover art by Mike Grell. "The Impaler," script by Mike Grell, art by Mike Grell (17-21, 28-31) and Rob Prior (painted, 1-16, 22-27, 32); A vampire is revived in our century and looks for a woman; In 1462 in Romania, Prince Vlad is killed by Kazakla Bey. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Mike Grell script and art Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Gardner Fox. Art and cover by Murphy Anderson. The use of an experimental anesthetic on a sniper-shot ambassador causes him to be possessed by his ancestor, an 18th century pirate named Captain Skull who has received strong supernatural powers in the process. Only the Spectre can stand against him. 36 pages, full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Published by former Lone Star Comics employee Craig Miller, Spectrum is a very well-written entertainment magazine. Issue #26 includes: Four great interviews: Kevin Smith (Ares on Hercules and Xena), Heath Ledger (Roar; A Knight's Tale), Gary Gianni (Robert E. Howard's Bran Mak Morn), & Don McKellar (Twitch City; The Red Violin). 40 pages; card-stock cover. Cover price $4.95.

Cover art by Bob Powell. Shock Gibson story with Queen Sheba, art by Maurice Scott. Crash, Cork, and the Baron story, script and art by Klaus Nordling (Fred North). Ted Parrish story, script and art by Bob Powell. Copper's Revenge text story by Mack Keever. Biff Bannon story, script and art by Dick Briefer (Rem Brant). Lt. Jim Cannon story, script and art by C. A. Winter (Cort Arthur). Landor, Maker of Monsters story, art by Gregory Torrey. Mars Mason story, script and art by Munson Paddock. Spike Marlin story with Captain Cobra, art by George Tuska (Carl Larson). 68 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover by Robby Musso. Arie Kaplan (w); Robby Musso (a); Musso, Rob & Joe Sharp (c) Arie Kaplan and Robby Musso continue to tell the story of past Racers throughout history. In medieval England, inexperienced teenager Sprint Rackham must outrace a madman who's kidnapped Lady Beatrix via his giant mechanical dragon. Even with a suit of armor designed by a wizard, can Sprint rescue her in time? Meanwhile in the present, Speed, Racer X, and Trixie find themselves one step closer to the mystery carjacker, as they come under attack in a super-garage beneath Mercury Pictures! Cover price $3.99.

The Black Zoid written by Grant Morrison with art by Kev Hopgood, Steve Yeowell and David Hine.

Written by C.B. CEBULSKI Art and Cover by NICK DRAGOTTA & MIKE ALLRED You've never seen a Cinderella story like this one! In search of a husband for Princess Gwendolyn, a costume ball is thrown for the suitable young men of the Kingdom, but when the mysterious Spider Prince arrives, that's when the trouble begins. Who is this noble knight no one has ever heard of? What grudge do the soldiers in the Goblin Brigade hold against him? And just why does this dashing Spider Prince need to depart before midnight? Will he fall victim to a pumpkin bomb? Cover price $2.99.

"The Wages of Conquest" Guest-starring Silver Sable. Script by Mark Bernardo. Pencils by Joe Bennett. Inks by Joe Pimentel and Tom Dzon. Cover by Tony Daniel and Marlo Alquiza. Ever since Doctor Doom disappeared during the final battle vs. Onslaught, a rebel group inside Latveria has been trying to seize control of the government! To investigate the insurgency, the Daily Bugle sends its junior reporter, Betty Brant, to the Balkan country! Unfortunately though, Betty gets too close to the action and becomes a prisoner of the uprising's leader...the Dreadknight! The Bugle staff (including Peter Parker) is horrified by Betty's predicament! How can the web-slinger get to Central Europe? Maybe he could hitch a ride with Silver Sable! After a meeting of the minds; the Wild Pack, Silver Sable, and the Sensational Spider-Man fly to Latveria! And once there the wondrous wall-crawler lays it all on the line to save his dear friend from the deadly clutches of the Dreadknight! Cameo appearances by Battlestar, J. Jonah Jameson, Glory Grant, Joe Robertson, Ben Urich, Phil Urich, and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameo by Iron Man. (Notes: Betty received her assignment to Latveria in Spider-Man 79. The Dreadknight first appeared in Iron Man (1st series) 101 & 102.) 48 pages. Cover price $2.99.

Written by Dan Slott, Kathryn Immonen, Jed MacKay and Enrique Puig. Art by Kris Anka, David Lafuente, Sheldon Vella, Francisco Herrara and Ty Templeton. Cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli. The Spider-Verse anthology continues! So many Spider-men and women! This issue: Video-Game Spidey! Punk-Rock Spidey! Fairy Tale Spidey! Mexico's own Spidey Tale in Spanish! 36 pages,full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

Cover art by Dave Cockrum. A Sword in Hand!, script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Tony DeZuniga; Spider-Woman battles Excaliber ["Slapper" Struthers]. 32 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

"Green Grows the Goblin!" Story by Jean Thomas. Art by Winslow Mortimer, Mike Esposito, and Tony Mortellaro. Cover by John Romita, Sr. The Spectacular Spider-Man battles his greatest foe, the maniacal Green Goblin! Includes the 1-page features "Greet the Green Goblin"and "How Spidey is like a Spider." Includes the back-up tale "There's no Fool like an April Fool!" Plus, Spidey teams up with Lockjaw of the Inhumans and the Short Circus in "A TV Rock Group in King Arthur's Court!" Featuring the cast of the Electric Company. Also includes a pin-up featuring Spidey and the Short Circus. Cover price $0.35.

Cover pencils by Billy Tan, inks by D-Tron. Untitled story, script by D-Tron (writer, creator), Billy Tan (creator, co-plot), and Hoai Truong (creator), pencils by Billy Tan, inks by D-Tron (with Team-Tron); Mary tells Mr. Chamberlain that they have discovered dragon sign hiding out on Alcatraz Island; Jasmine and Lance are introduced to the Dragon Hunters as well as two Jaikaps who have been transformed into monsters by the dragon ash; One of the monsters breaks free but submits to Jasmine when she gives it an order; More confused than ever about their new powers, the kids ask Master Lang for and explanation; He gives them an herb which causes them to have a vivid dream about their dragon origins. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Rehearsal for a Crime starring the Newsboy Legion, script by Don Cameron, art by Arturo Cazeneuve. The Ghost Dog starring Robotman, script by Joe Samachson, art by Jimmy Thompson. The Beggar Band starring the Star Spangled Kid, script by Joe Samachson, art by Jon Small. The Pills and the Pottage starring Penniless Palmer starring Thurston Harper. Seasick Mikado starring Liberty Belle, script by Joe Samachson, art by Chuck Winter. 52 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Robin in "The Case of the Boy Wonders," Robotman in "The Hocus Pocus Crimes," the Star-Spangled Kid in "Murder Sets a Snare," Penniless Palmer in "The Rainbow Rain Makers," and Liberty Belle in "Jungle Ambuscade" (art by Don Cameron). One-page Tootsie Roll ad, "Captain Tootsie's Counter-Spook" by C.C. Beck and Pete Costanza. Cover price $0.10.

Robin in "The Sinister Baron" (Batman cameo), Captain Compass in "Mr. and Mrs. Jonah," Merry the Girl of a Thousand Gimmicks in "Crime on Ice," Tomahawk in "The ManWho Built a City!" 52 pages. Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Joe Kubert. A Grave in the Sky! starring Enemy Ace, script by Robert Kanigher, art by Joe Kubert; St. George attempts to slay the dragon that terrorizes England... the Enemy Ace! Ad for DC Special #5 [The Secret Lives of Joe Kubert], art by Joe Kubert. Ad for World's Finest Comics #188, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Murphy Anderson. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Comic book version of the original Star Trek TV series that starred William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy. 90210-403. Painted cover by George Wilson, with inset photos of William Shatner as Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Spock. "Child's Play," script by Gerry Boudreau, art by Alberto Giolitti; Kirk and his away team have days to save a planet of children, or perish from an incurable virus! 36 pgs., full color. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

"Child's Play," script by Gerry Boudreau, art by Alberto Giolitti; Kirk and his away team have days to save a planet of childr NOTE: The Whitman Star Trek editions are not reprints. The Gold Key and Whitman editions were released simultaneously, but through different distribution channels. Cover price $0.20.

Repercussions - Written by Laurie S. Sutton. Art by Jesus Redondo & Sergio Melia. Concluding an all-new three-part thriller! The crew thought they were being nice when they rescued the helpless Talaxians. Well, it looks like the Talaxians weren't so helpless! You got it, they're mercenary agents of the Trabe, who happen to have a gigantic ship waiting to take out our heroes! 40 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

WRITTEN BY JANINE ELLEN YOUNG AND DOSELLE YOUNG; ART BY DAVID A. ROACH; PAINTED COVER BY DAVID WENZEL In stores July 12. A stunning Prestige one-shot casts Captain Janeway and her crew as figures in a real-life fairy tale as the Doctor goes on an urgent mission alone on a strange planet's surface. Prestige Format. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG Cover price $5.95.

DF Signed Edition. Signed by David Roach. Limited to 1500 copies. Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. WRITTEN BY JANINE ELLEN YOUNG AND DOSELLE YOUNG; ART BY DAVID A. ROACH; PAINTED COVER BY DAVID WENZEL In stores July 12. A stunning Prestige one-shot casts Captain Janeway and her crew as figures in a real-life fairy tale as the Doctor goes on an urgent mission alone on a strange planet's surface. Prestige Format. For more information, see the feature article. Look for a signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. FC, 48 PG Cover price $5.95.

Starburst is the British magazine of "science fiction, horror, fantasy, animation and spfx." Issue #68 includes: Dragon's Lair - animator Don Bluth's new concept in arcade video gaming; Big Meat Eater - interview with director Chris Windsor; James Bond special effects; Dreamscape - preview of fantasy film. Dragon's Lair cover. NOTE: #4-87 published by Marvel Comics. Cover price $2.50.

Original cover price: $3.25. Starburst is the British magazine featuring "monthly coverage of fantastic films." Issue #94 includes: Leading fantasy artist Chris Achilleos; Enemy Mine preview; Peter Cushing and his fantasy film life; Rocky Horror - the adoration goes on; animating SuperTed; Doctor Who - news on the next season. Cover price $3.25.

Cover art by Jim Somerville. What Are Dreams Made Of? starring Stark Future, script by Gordon Derry, art by Jim Somerville; Ely dreams he has journeyed to the Land of Dread; It is a deathless dimension where the Old Lords, the O-Uahi, rule; It is a hell which he has sent many others to; When he wakes up, one of the 'dream' demons is there. The Sewer of Life (part 1 of 3) starring Salvage Police, script by Gordon Derry, art by Collin Young. 36 pgs. $1.70. Cover price $1.70.

by Anthony, Rodriguez, & McEvoy More than two thousand years ago, a Roman soldier named Cartaphilus struck a prisoner who was to be executed by crucifixion. From that moment, he was cursed by God and fate to walk the earth until Christ's return. Doomed to always bleed, always hurt... and never die. Acclaimed master of science-fiction and fantasy and New York Times bestselling author Piers Anthony delivers his first comic book story to the world of Starkweather and brings the untold history of this mythical Roman soldier to vivid life. In a tale that spans the millennia, Anthony reveals the events that created this fearsome adversary and how Cartaphilus was recruited to the side of the witches in their war against the Templars, creating a perfect entry point into the forthcoming Starkweather: Immortal limited series. Starkweather: Immortal #0 not only marks Piers Anthony's first true comic book work, but it's also the only place where Anthony's original short story 'Cartaphilus' can be read in its entirety. Cover price $4.95.

Beetlejuice, Willow, Who Framed Roger Rabbit? Cover price $3.95.

Written by Alan Hebden. Art by Jesus Redondo. Painted cover by Ramon Sola. Zazda agrees to transport the twins despite the possible danger. Written by Pat Mills. Art by Carlos Piño. There's a revolt on the Ritz Space Hotel, and Miss Marilyn can't bear to tell Half Tough he'll never be getting his spare part. Written by John Wagner (as T. B. Grover). Art by Carlos Ezquerra. A murderous thug nearly puts paid to Johnny. Written by R. E. Wright. Art by Alfonso Azpiri. A nuclear physicist is at Sanctuary, and he knows how to return to Earth, in theory. Written by Chris Lowder (as Jack Adrian). Art by Magallanes Salinas. Martin Bormann has helped the Nazis win World War II with time technology. 32 pages, partially black and white. 8.50-in x 11.50. $0.12.

Cover art by Tony Harris. Infernal Devices part 3 starring Starman, script by James Robinson, pencils by Tony Harris, inks by Wade Von Grawbadger; Pip plants his last bomb; Jon Valor saves Jack Knight, but Grundy dies saving the trapped. 36 pgs. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Written by DANIEL WAY. Art and Cover by RICHARD CORBEN. Starr the Slayer wasn't the only fictional character that writer Len Carson created back in the day - he also created Starr's opposite number, the deceptive and demonic sorcerer Trull. When Trull, using his black magic, captures Carson and brings him to the Realm of Zardath with the intention of finally killing his nemesis he'll have his work cut out for him! Because even with Starr's creator in his back pocket, Trull must contend with a Starr who grows stronger by the day, hardening both his body and his mind in the fierce and bloody Zardathian gladiatorial arena! 32 pages, full color. MATURE READERS. Cover price $3.99.

Volume 17, Issue 2 - May, 1945. Cover by Earle K. Bergey. Stories by Henry Kuttner, Paul Ernst, Arthur Leo Zagat, Ray Cummings, Frank Belknap Long, Robert Moore Williams, George O. Smith, and John Russell Fearn. Nine Virgil Finlay illustrations. 6.75-in. x 9.75-in.; black and white; 150 pages. Cover price $0.20.

WHAT ARE LITTLE BOYS MADE OF? - Part 2 of 5. Static faces would-be hero Palisade, an armored knight who leaves darkness in his path. But Palisade is convinced that he and Static are at cross-purposes and winds up endangering Rick, Rick's injured friend and Frieda. Written by Robert L. Washington III, with pencils by Wilfred. Cover by Wilfred and Prentis Rollins. Cover price $1.75.

The Story of The Shield (1936) is a coloring storybook published by The National Life and Accident Insurance Co. Includes pictures to be colored while the child can learn the intertesting history of the shield. The Sumarians were the first ancient people to use the shield. The shield was the most important defense to the ancient Greek warrior, to be defeated and to also lose his shield in battle was the ultimate disgrace. But to die and be brought home upon his shild was the greatest honor. The Greeks and Romans both used their shields and tactics to defeat enemies. In the middle ages the shield was used by knights in battle and jousting. The Shield has been recognized as a symbol of honor and bravery. 12 pages, color cover with black and white illustrations in the interior, 9-in x 6-in.

The Atomic Knights star in "When the Earth Blacked Out!" (art by Murphy Anderson); and "The Imaginary Dooms!" (pencils by Carmine Infantino). 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Adam Strange reprint: "The Beast With the Sizzling Blue Eyes!" Script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Bernard Sachs. Atomic Knights reprint: "War in Washington!" Script by John Broome, art by Murphy Anderson. Reprint back-up story: "The Genius Epidemic!" Script by Fox, pencils by Irwin Hansen, inks by Joe Giella. Anderson cover? 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Cover by Nick Cardy. "Gridiron Knightmare!", script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Dick Giordano; an armored knight plays in a football game. "Man Who Leaped over the Earth!", script by Elliot Maggin, art by Dick Giordano; a man pole vaults over the Earth. 36 pgs., full color. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

Cover by Steve Ditko. Stories and art by Steve Ditko, Matt Baker, Vince Colletta, Rocco "Rocke" Mastroserio, Bill Molno and Vince Alascia. Short tales of science fiction, fantasy and horror with twist endings. In a future when robots have taken over all jobs (including comedy writing), robots decide to reform humanity itself, in a hilarious story with art by comics legend Matt Baker. While two buddies are on a fishing trip, one of them is possessed by the spirit of a murder victim, who wants to reveal the truth about his killing. A man dreams of going back in time, but when he uses forbidden knowledge, his dream becomes a nightmare, in a story with early art (and an intricate cover) by Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko. Redemption by Robots; The Other Self; Smash-Up at Salamis; A Small Clear Voice; His Brother's Keeper. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Prototype issue (Human Torch). Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers. "I Am Dragoom! The Flaming Invader!", pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Dick Ayers; A flaming alien monster terrorizes Earth; A movie director fools him by using special effects to fake the arrival of police from Vulcan in pursuit of the monster, frightening him away. "The Pact" text story. "Beware!! The Ghosts Surround Me!!", art by Don Heck; A fugitive hides in an abandoned house, but aliens from another dimension appear to him; They cannot hurt him, but instead they phase him into an immaterial state and leave him there forever. "The Dummy and Me!", art by Paul Reinman; Some gangsters come for a ventriloquist who has unpaid gambling debts; They corner him in the alley and shoot him. "I Found the Mad Universe!", art by Steve Ditko; A scientist uses a powerful new microscope to discover an entire world existing at the sub-atomic level; He is horrified to find that this world, Earth, is just as barbaric and violent as his own. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Frank Giacoia. The Human Torch and the Thing star in "The Challenge of...The Watcher!", script by Stan Lee and Bob Powell (co-plot), pencils by Bob Powell, inks by Wally Wood; Though he is not permitted to interfere, The Watcher tells Ben & Johnny of how Kang time-travelled to the days of King Arthur, imprisoned Merlin, and took over the country; In order for the time stream to remain intact, The Watcher sends the pair back in time to defeat Kang; Cameos by Sue Storm and Reed Richards. "Earth Be My Battleground," script by Steve Ditko (plot) and Stan Lee (dialogue), art by Steve Ditko; Dr. Strange returns to earth but remains in hiding. Mordo's spirits discover Strange and pursue him; Meanwhile Clea distracts Dormammu by freeing The Mindless Ones; They attack, causing Dormammu to leave Mordo on his own. Strange flies into space and straight into the sun, the spirits fleeing and Mordo worried that it might spell his doom; Strange returns to The Ancient One, who in his weak, delirious condition, speaks of "Eternity"; Appearance by Clea. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.