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The cult hit book of 1994, at long last, makes its Image Comics debut. Rascal and Nikita are lovers with eyes only for one another. But when Doberman and Rottweiler, the world's greatest bounty hunters, crash their festivities, an all-out comedic slugfest ensues involving the martial arts warrior Midnight Devil and plenty of super-powered bounty hunters. Story by Jonathan Peterson and Kevin Maguire. Art and cover by Kevin Maguire. Cover price $2.50.

Cover by John Romita. "The Cry of the She-Beast!", script by Steve Gerber, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Don Perlin; Namor is led into the arena where he confronts his opponent, Virago the warrior queen; She calls upon some mystical force and is transformed into a raging She-Beast!; She attacks Namor and he does his best against her, but Virago proves to be too much for him; She then decides to lead a scout ship across the dimensions and attack Atlantis. Tales of Atlantis back-up story, "The Lurker In the Ruins!", script by Steve Gerber, pencils by Jim Mooney, inks by Frank Chiaramonte. Full-page tribute to Bill Everett, who passed away in February 1973. 36 pgs., full color. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. Sub-Mariner battles the Dragon-Lord, Sunfire, and Nita in "Comes Now the Decision!" Script and art by Bill Everett. Back-up Sub-Mariner story, "The Mer-Mutants!" Script by Mike Friedrich, art by Alan Weiss (6 pages). Golden age reprint story, "The Sub-Mariner Gets a Lesson in Humility From Namora!" by Everett. Weiss cover pencils? Cover price $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

(W) Robert Kirkman (A/CA) Jason Howard The dreaded Exile proves to be a far more formidable foe than Max Maximus ever was! Super Dinosaur finds himself under attack by The Exile led horde of Dino-Men! Meanwhile, Derek must infiltrate The Exile's secret base in order to find the key to defeating him once and for all! But what about Derek's mother? Will he ever find out she exists? Cover price $2.99.

"The Conqueror's Greatest Conquest." The Global Guardians and the Super Friends attempt to prevent the Conqueror from acquiring the last three weapons he needs to conquer the world. Starring Aquaman, Batman, Robin, Superman, Wonder Woman, Zan, and Jayna. Script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Romeo Tanghal, inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger and Bob Smith. Cover price $0.50.

UK edition. Identical to US edition, but has 15p cover price. "The Conqueror's Greatest Conquest." The Global Guardians and the Super Friends attempt to prevent the Conqueror from acquiring the last three weapons he needs to conquer the world. Starring Aquaman, Batman, Robin, Superman, Wonder Woman, Zan, and Jayna. Script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Romeo Tanghal, inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by Kurt Schaffenberger and Bob Smith.

DC b&w reprints. Cover price $0.50.

"Blackstone Uncovers Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot," "Red Dragon," "Blackstone Does Magic and Tells You How," the Avenger in "The Smiling Dog," and "Blackstone Uncovers Smuggler's Cove!" Cover price $0.10.

Cover art by Nick Cardy. The Fatal Five Who Twisted Time!--Superboy Starring the Legion of Super-Heroes, script by Cary Bates, art by Dave Cockrum; At a carnival in his own time period, Superboy faces the Fatal Five. Behind the Scenes at the DC Comic World, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Murphy Anderson. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Cover art by Mike Grell. A Day in the Death of a World!, script by Paul Levitz, pencils by James Sherman, inks by Jack Abel; As the Legion attempts to evacuate the planet Mordan before its star goes nova, they are confronted by the Fatal Five who want the inhabitants of Mordan to be converted into priceless energite when their star explodes, and have taken Karate Kid and Princess Projectra hostage to make sure the Legion doesn't interfere. Chapter 2: 3 Hours to...Holocaust!, script by Paul Levitz, pencils by Mike Netzer, inks by Jack Abel; After delaying the Legion's efforts to save the inhabitants of Mordan, the Fatal Five regroup on Tharok's ship; The Legion mounts a sneak attack on the ship and tricks Tharok into revealing where the control for the device causing the star to go nova is. Short bios of half of the Legion members. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.60.

Cover pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Dick Giordano. Savage Sanctuary!, script by Len Wein, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Jack Abel; Tharok plans to remake Corvan IV like how the Fatal Five wants it, but the Legion steps in. Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring the Penguin, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Celebration!, script by Paul Levitz, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by David Hunt; Brainiac 5 investigates problems surrounding the Legion Leader elections. Issue dedicated to the memory of Mort Weisinger. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.40.

Whitman edition. Cover pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Dick Giordano. Savage Sanctuary!, script by Len Wein, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by Jack Abel; Tharok plans to remake Corvan IV like how the Fatal Five wants it, but the Legion steps in. Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring the Penguin, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Celebration!, script by Paul Levitz, pencils by Joe Staton, inks by David Hunt; Brainiac 5 investigates problems surrounding the Legion Leader elections. Issue dedicated to the memory of Mort Weisinger. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.40.

The Evil Factory: Part 4 of 4. "Point of No Return!" Guest-starring Guardian. Story by Karl Kesel. Art by Adam DeKraker and Bob McLeod. Control of Project Cadmus has been usurped by The Agenda. Now Superboy, backed by a cadre of his closest friends and erstwhile adversaries, plans to take it back! Don't miss the explosive conclusion to "The Fear Factory!" Cover price $1.99.

WRITTEN BY PETER DAVID; ART AND COVER BY LEONARD KIRK AND ROBIN RIGGS An extra-sized issue finds the Girl of Steel faced with the ultimate challenge! As the Carnivore threatens to take control of all creation, Supergirl leads a surprising force against him. But the battle will wreak shattering changes on Supergirl and Linda Danvers. FC, 48 PG. Cover price $3.95.

ART AND COVER BY ED MCGUINNESS AND CAM SMITH "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 1 The vanished planet Pluto reemerges and Superman must investigate, but he soon finds himself battling a deadly time-displaced Fatal Five. Meanwhile, President Luthor has a close encounter with an alien woman who brings portents of destruction. Will the President listen or will it be a day that will live in infamy? Cover price $2.25.

The Unity Saga: Part 3 of 6 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by Joe Prado and Ivan Reis. Guest-starring the Justice League! Locked inside the Phantom Zone, the Earth stands poisoned and its heroes lie dying, with no idea how to escape the deadly Kryptonian trap. But an even deadlier threat invades as Rogol Zaar teams with those who have been imprisoned inside the Phantom Zone to use Earth to escape, not caring if they destroy the planet to do it. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Written by Jeph Loeb Art and cover by Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines. The original superstar team of Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness return for what's sure to be the most talked-about story of the year! This issue kicks off the stunning 6-part "With a Vengeance," as Superman and Batman confront The Maximums! Can the World's Finest pair take on a squad of revenge-seeking Super-Heroes who are on the hunt for the murderer of one of their teammates? Things are sure to heat up fast, because the two people at the top of their suspect list are Batman and Superman! For a signed edition, see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews. On sale April 20 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

WRITTEN BY MARK SCHULTZ. ART BY DOUG MAHNKE AND TOM NGUYEN. COVER BY DWAYNE TURNER AND DANNY MIKI. In stores November 17. The JLA makes a cameo appearance as Superman battles one of his Kryptonian ancestors! You can take the man from Krypton, but you can't take Krypton from the man...nor should the man's wife bring any souvenirs from his Fortress of Solitude, unless they don't mind having their apartment redesigned in the latest Kryptonian decor. Clark must prove his humanity against an ancestor who wants to remake his world. Plus: The JLA helps explain the "Mrs. Superman" fiasco and Steel provides the S.C.U. with new weaponry. FC, 32 PG." Cover price $1.99.

WRITTEN BY MARK SCHULTZ; ART BY DARRYL BANKS AND KEVIN CONRAD; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores January 23. As the true nature of the Entropy Aegis armor is revealed, John Henry learns the true price he must pay for his resurrection ? leading to a battle with the Man of Steel! FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Cover by Gary Frank. Written by James Robinson and Greg Rucka. Art by Pete Woods & Ron Randall. On a mission in space, Superman and his fellow Kryptonians encounter the might of the Thanagarian Army. Can Superman keep things peaceful between the two races - or will The Man of Steel discover that Hawkman's legendary temper is shared by all his people? 32 pages, full color Cover price $2.99.

Written by Peter Johnson Art by Matthew Dow Smith Cover by Ryan Sook The life and training of a Hunter is difficult and rigorous...and John Winchester is starting at the beginning! As he takes the first step on this harrowing journey, he must make a difficult and gut-wrenching decision in regards to his children. And it's time John was truly initiated into the Hunters - with a trip to Harvelle's Roadhouse Bar! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Extreme Sacrifice: Part 2 of 8 - Cover pencils by Cedric Nocon, inks by Norm Rapmund; script by Rob Liefeld (story) and Gary Carlson, pencils by Cedric Nocon, inks by Norm Rapmund; Crypt apparently kills Supreme. Continued from Extreme Sacrifice Prelude (Image, 1995 series) #1. Continued in Bloodstrike (Image, 1993 series) #18. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

(W) Grace Randolph (A) Russell Dauterman (CA) Emily Warren Gio makes a daring escape from the techs' hideout, just as Night Fox and Marine Omega battle their way in. Tia, Dion, Batu, and Eli confront Hector in his magic realm, but is it too late to save Zari from the evil growing inside her? And Eve discovers a shocking secret that stretches all the way back to the series' very first issue. Cover price $3.99.

"Exiles!" Guest-starring Adam Strange. Written by Alan Moore. Art by Rick Veitch and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by Stephen Bissette. When a duo of Thangarian warriors (the same alien race as Hawkman) attack Swamp Thing, Adam Strange races to the creature's aid. Includes a preview of Spectre. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

Cover by Paul Renaud. by Luke Lieberman Sonja confronts Thulsa Doom at the height of his power, while Sonja rages at the height of her infected madness! All the action is brought to you by writer Luke Lieberman and artists Lui Antonio and Will Murai! Cover price $3.50.

Painted cover art by Frank Frazetta. "Kuno Son of Steel," script and art by Gene Day; A band of Vikings are washed ashore on an unknown land; Trekking inwards looking for landmarks, they are attacked by wolves and Kuno is left to die. "The Tower Maiden," script by Nicola Cuti, art by Tom Sutton; Price Harvard fights off water sprites, vampire bats and an ogre to reach the maiden in the tower. "The Feud," script by Steve Skeates, art by Jim Aparo; King Beowulf is unhappy about the feud between Hrothelac and Garmscio; He demands that they each bring proof of their claims to him for judgement. "Sir Lancelot and the Haunted Tower," art by Dick Giordano; Lancelot defeats Duc de Fer and frees the Lady Barbara. "Through The Time Warp," art by John Buscema; Asa's experiments accidentally create a passage to a world of knights and dragons. "Cursed Sword," script by Richard Hughes (as Charles La Coste), art by Tom Hickey; After expelling an old man from town the townsfolk believe to be a wizard, the Duke De Severne receives a sword which brings tragedy to him and his descendants. "The Black Flight!", script by Kurato Osaki, art by Edd Ashe; Friar Sanders relates the story of the Black Flight to Dorain; Years later he uses that information to free himself and Lady Hilda from Merlin's clutches. 52 pgs., B&W. Cover price $2.50.

Jo's dad is going madder by the minute, but Jo's trapped with him in a cyborg body while they take a harrowing 22,300 mile elevator ride. Written by Peter Gillis, with art by Tom Artis, Joe Rubinstein and Dick Giordano. Cover by Artis and Rubinstein. Suggested for Mature Readers. New Format. Cover price $1.25.

The adventures of J.B. Space and his starfaring crew of anthropomorphic animals. Varcels Vixens seek Drakestars Gold. Backup story features Jeroboa Johnson, aka Tails. Story, art and cover by Randy Zimmerman and Susan Van Camp. Black and white; 32 pages. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Written by Roberto Corroto. Art by Ertito Montana and Bryan Lie. Cover by Ertito Montana. Want to read more stories about Bram and Weasel? Tales of Rogues! are auto-conclusive comics by new, emerging hot artists! In this debut issue, our Rogues face one their oddest jobs: a nobleman has challenged them to test - and beat - the security of his fortress. And no thief has ever escaped from the Hall-Katraz castle! 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Variant Cover by CHRISTIAN PATY Written by ANGE Pencils by PHILIPPE BRIONES The bloodiest battle in the history of the Order of the Dragon Guard! Tens of thousands of creatures deformed by the Veil surge through the country like a wave of death. After overtaking the empire's troops, the monsters are only a few days from the capital. Only the Dragon Guard are strong enough to intervene and the Order cannot ignore the Emperor's request. Will the battle of Brisken Pass battle live on in history books as the battle that saved the empire or as the biggest trap the Order of the Dragon Guard Order ever fell into? 48 PGS./Mature Content...$5.99 Cover price $5.99.

Polybagged with Limited-Edition Hologram Card. Cover art by Norm Breyfogle. Death House, script by James Van Hise, pencils by Sal Velluto inks by David Mowry; Sometime in the future, an aging Paul Reid reflects on family history, and the one incident that Britt I would not discuss, though a Sentinel front page clipping and his own journal documented it. 1936: A major, high society party attended by the city's most elite personages is revealed to be a devious trap set by Aaron Vanek, an escaped convict who blames them all for his conviction and five years of incarceration. The mansion is laden with incredible death traps, but among the invitees is Daily Sentinel publisher Britt Reid I, who manages to not only avoid traps, but to overpower one of Vanek's thugs as well. 36 pgs. $2.75. Cover price $2.75.

Unpolybagged and is missing Limited-Edition Hologram Card. Cover art by Norm Breyfogle. Death House, script by James Van Hise, pencils by Sal Velluto inks by David Mowry; Sometime in the future, an aging Paul Reid reflects on family history, and the one incident that Britt I would not discuss, though a Sentinel front page clipping and his own journal documented it. 1936: A major, high society party attended by the city's most elite personages is revealed to be a devious trap set by Aaron Vanek, an escaped convict who blames them all for his conviction and five years of incarceration. The mansion is laden with incredible death traps, but among the invitees is Daily Sentinel publisher Britt Reid I, who manages to not only avoid traps, but to overpower one of Vanek's thugs as well. 36 pgs. $2.75. Cover price $2.75.

By Murphy, Lawson, Brown, and Laird. Special giant-sized 25th anniversary issue! This issue has it all: an 'old school' style action story pitting the Turtles against the Foot Clan, plotted by Peter Laird and illustrated by the original 1980's Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles art team of Jim Lawson and Ryan Brown, plus 10 pages of pin-ups by Stan Sakai, Don Perlin, Sean Wang and other Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles alumni! Also includes two short back-up stories! Cover price $3.25.

Painted cover art by George Wilson. "The Sword of Solomon," script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Jesse Marsh; Tarzan helps a young queen retain her throne and rescues her lost love. "On the Trail Again" text story starring Mabu. "Africa's Explorers: David Livingstone" article, art by Nat Edson. "The Flash of Steel," script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Russ Manning; The brothers find an orphaned girl and her dog. "Africa's Storehouse of Wealth" article. "Cubs in Trouble" one-page story, art by Russ Manning; Tarzan rescues lion cubs from drowning. Physical Fitness, Number 12: More Back Stretchers Keys of Knowledge. Number on cover 10012-502 February. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Tarzan in Part 1 of an adaptation of Edgar Rice Burroughs' "Tarzan and the Golden Lion" with art by Russ Manning. Leopard Girl back-up story, "White Hunter." Painted front cover. Number on cover 10012-710 October. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

"Passage to Pellucidar!" Tarzan braves the dangers of Pellucidar, which is the secretive, prehistoric world inside Earth. A Pellucidar native saves Princess Ayesha from a pack of hyenadons. Script by David Kraft, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Klaus Janson. Cover by Buscema. Cover price $0.35.

Written by Geoff Johns Art and cover by Mike McKone & Marlo Alquiza Part 1 of "Lost To The Legion," a story that continues in the TEEN TITANS/LEGION SPECIAL! Superboy and Wonder Girl's first date is interrupted when a cosmic storm comes to claim Superboy, tossing him into the far future to face a threat only the combined might of the Titans and the Legion can handle! On sale Sept 22 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US Cover price $2.50.

Part 2 of 3 - Written by J.T. KRUL. Art by JOSE LUIS, GREG ADAMS and J.P. MAYER. Covers by NICOLA SCOTT and DOUG HAZLEWOOD. Superboy Prime makes his move against the Titans, which means the return of some familiar faces. Can our heroes handle an all-new Legion of Doom? 32 pg, FC, RATED T Cover price $2.99.

B&W collection featuring 3 stories: Steeple, by Jaime Gonzalez and David Gonzalez; Nemesis, by Joe Kuehner and Scott Risch; and Bang Up, by Andy Soliz. Cover price $2.50.

by Mark Thompson & Jamie Hurt A secretive organization lies dormant for 1,000 years, but now in a turbulent times resurfaces. In a battle for the souls of the planet they fight their enemies... and themselves! Cover price $2.95.

Written by Sean McKeever Art and cover by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson They stood against the Teen Titans, and now the Terror Titans spin off into their own miniseries! Clock King hatches a plan for his team of teenage legacy villains, as well as their deadly new member - the Teen Titans' own Ravager! But if he's to succeed, Clock King must first stabilize the underground metahuman gladiator arena known as the Dark Side Club! Join TEEN TITANS scribe Sean McKeever and artist Joe Bennett (52, CHECKMATE) for a journey into the darkest, coldest and most brutal corners of the teen psyche! On sale October 1 ? 1 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

Written by Sean McKeever Art and cover by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson The Clock King begins staging tournament battles between the teen metas at the Dark Side Club, but this time the fighting's not just for entertainment - he has a far more sinister purpose in mind that not even the Terror Titans know about! And Ravager, drawn to the Clock King by their similar precognitive power, is doing nothing to interfere with his life-threatening machinations. Is she biding her time until she can defeat him, or does she just want to get her hands dirty by entering the tournament? On sale November 5 ? 2 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

Written by Jason Ciaramella. Art and Cover by Zach Howard. During the original tale told in Joe Hill's The Cape, our protagonist-turned-antisocial antagonist Eric disappeared for three days as he got comfortable with his new abilities. Where did he go? What did he do? And more importantly, who died during this period? The original creators return to tell a hyper-detailed and hyper-grim story of this oh-so-lost period…. 28 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

Written by Victor Gischler. Art by Tazio Bettin. Cover by Juan Ferreyra. Before he fathered a nation, young George Washington forged his legend in blood! Imbued with the mystical powers of America's original inhabitants, George-along with his friends Ben Franklin and Paul Revere-must stop an evil governor who wishes to rule an empire! 28 pages, full color. MR Cover price $3.99.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. "The Power of Pluto!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor recovers from his injuries last issue and goes looking for a rematch with Hercules who has been tricked into signing a contract with Pluto. Appearances by Odin, Balder, and Volstagg. Tale of Asgard: "Aftermath!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Asgardian gods deliberate over the coming of Ragnarok. Appearance by Odin; cameos by Balder, Hogun, Fandral, and Volstagg. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. "The Flames of Battle!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Trolls steal Thor's hammer while he's on earth using the Orb of Orikal which they have stolen from its owner. Appearances by Sif, Odin, and Ulik. Tale of Asgard: "The Quest for the Mystic Mountain!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor and companions defeat the one-eyed Ogur to speak with Wazir, the prophet. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Cover pencils by John Buscema, inks by Joe Sinnott. "The World Beyond!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Buscema, , inks by Joe Sinnott (with Bill Everett on pages 2, 17-19); Thor returns to Asgard from Earth so that he might travel into the World Beyond for his father Odin, however he finds that he may have arrived too late; Thor rushes into the throne room to find Odin in utter despair. When Thor inquires about what's wrong, Odin has his Grand Vizier activate the Coals of the Cosmos to show him the World Beyond, and how it is growing rapidly, consuming the known universe as it grows; Odin explains that he sent the Warriors Three into the World Beyond and they failed to stop it; Odin also shows Thor that some of their old foes: Galactus, Mangog, and Loki are not responsible for this cataclysmic event either; Thor ventures into the World Beyond. 36 pgs., full color. $0.15. Cover price $0.15.