Comic books August 2001

Add to cart Near Mint $51.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Fathom (1998-2002 Image) #1-9. Written by Michael Turner and Bill O'Neil. Art by Michael Turner and Joe Weems V. There are two worlds. The one we know, and the one below. Aspen Matthews was a marine biologist who, in a failed experiment, discovered that she is actually a water nymph, able to live and thrive beneath the water. Hardcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $39.95.

by B. Kesel, Sears, & A. Smith. There's a stranger running wild through Elysia, and the event sends shockwaves through the entire city! Among the few not caught up in the disturbance are Gannish, Yala, and Persha, meeting to exchange secrets, yet Yala may not let Persha leave with hers... Meanwhile, an even greater event occurs ... the alliance of Seahn and Ingra. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

By Philip Bourassa. Pyrus is joined in his quest by an old friend and the three companions set out on their journey. However, no sooner have they walked out the door, they are attacked by a vicious demon mutant from the fiery heart of chaos. The companions narrowly escape but not before Pyrus' home is left a smoking ruin. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $7.00

Add to cart FN/VF 7.0 $7.00

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY SCOTT KOLINS AND DOUG HAZLEWOOD; BRIAN BOLLAND COVER The Flash takes on a more powerful Weather Wizard. Cover price $2.25.

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JOSS WHEDON'S FRAY #3 (OF 8) by JOSS WHEDON, KARL MOLINE, and ANDY OWENS; cover by KARL MOLINE As a professional thief, Melaka Fray has seen her share of danger and excitement. But is she ready for the challenges facing a Slayer? This issue, Melaka learns some of the history of the Slayers and comes to understand a little about what it means to her. Ready or not, here she comes! She's taking on the forces of darkness like no one else can. This Fourth of July, Fray has got more fireworks than your Uncle Al's barbecue! ? Joss Whedon, the creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, makes his comics debut with this epic, new, eight-issue series! On sale August 1 FC, 32pg (3 of 8) Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Fine $2.50

Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. In addition to last issue's new, and extremely short, student, it seems Komotane High has a new addition to the staff -- Miss Yuki. She's the elder sister of Maki and Miki, the scientific genius twins who work as the science teacher and the school nurse of the school. Granted, she still looks like a child since her sisters once placed her in suspended animation in an experiment. And she wields this amazing rocket-powered fan to keep order in the classroom. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Hiroshi Aro. It seems that all Futaba's personal woes have finally caught up with him at school. His grades are slipping and there are still the growing difficulties of his complicated love life. Between Misaki getting jealous whenever Kurin fawns over Futaba-chan, and then Futaba's acting partner Ikuya pursuing Misaki, Futaba's got some maneuvering to do once the Christmas dance comes around! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart CGC 9.8 $175.00 View scans Paper: White Label #4420573012 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

by Rogers, Cooke, & Morrison Fry competes on a game show hosted by Morbo in order to save Professor Farnsworth and Planet Express. However, he finds himself in way over his head when a hostile takeover creates a power play that might end up pulling the plug on Fry's lifeline. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.50.

Story and Art by Ted Stearn. The first issue of this mini-series about a plucked chicken who doesn't take any guff and fearful little bear was a surprise hit last year. The second issue promises even more! After escaping a little girl's bedroom full of clueless stuffed animals, Fuzz meets a dotty old man attempting to run a ferry service and determined to beat out the competition -- a bridge. Meanwhile, Pluck surprises his fellow status-hungry teammates as he emerges as a champion in the gladiator games. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $5.20

Add to cart Fine $3.90

cover by j.h. williams iii & Mick gray scott lobdell/cary nord/mark lipka The grand finale! Who has been stalking Bishop and Gambit since they first escaped from the X-Mansion? What grand scheme have these two X-Men unwittingly been a part of? And will either of them survive the final confrontation with their adversary? FC (6 of 6) Cover price $2.25.

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Double issue # 9 & #10. Fiction by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, zombies, Gen Con, Richard Garfield interview, SnarfQuest card game designer notes, previews of summer releases, SnarfQuest comic by Larry Elmore, Rune Encounter game by Atlas Games, and more. 8.25-in. x 10.75-in.; color; 80 pages on slick white paper. Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $6.80

Add to cart Very Fine $6.80

Add to cart Very Good $3.40

Add to cart Very Good $3.40

WRITTEN BY ADAM WARREN; ART BY JIM LEE, J. SCOTT CAMPBELL, WHILCE PORTACIO, LEE BERMEJO, BRIAN STELFREEZE, TERRY DODSON, RICK MAYS, AND KAARE ANDREWS; COVER BY WARREN In stores June 20. A special "all-subplot" issue jam-packed with eight superstar guest artists! In "Meanwhile...," we follow eight different scenes starring the Gen13 kids (as well as their gen-active friends and enemies) at work and play, while several mysterious plot threads are woven that soon will be whoppin' the Gen13 kids upside their heads. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY JAY FAERBER, BEN RAAB, DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART WHILCE PORTACIO, DUSTIN NGUYEN, DEREK FRIDOLFS AND RICHARD FRIEND; COVER BY PORTACIO In stores June 27. Welcome to Freakville (in a story by Jay Faerber and Whilce Portacio), where the malcious Gen-Active band of misfits known as the Freaks have taken over a small town, declaring themselves lords and masters of all they survey. Somebody's going to put a stop to their madness, but the real surprise is who. Also, the return appearance of Jet, written by JET writers Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning with art by THE AUTHORITY and JET penciller Dustin Nguyen and inker Derek Fridolfs. Jet seeks revenge on the criminals that killed her teammates and crippled her father, and teams up with another leather clad vigilante, the Midnighter from Authority! Plus, the return of Bliss, and a turning point for Deviants Frostbite and Sublime (by Ben Raab and Richard Friend). FC, 48 PG. Cover price $3.95.

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By Ahihiro Ito. The gorgeous Kagura girls look just as good when they're snow bunnies as when they go to the beach! There's action in the ski lodge and on the slopes as they head for an alpine resort to chase the evil supernatural Phantom Cats! And they're good at shooting wrongdoers from snowmobiles as well as jet skis! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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cover by Trent kaniuga devin grayson/trent kaniuga ? THE SCOOP: Get out your leather and fire up that hog, because the original Ghost Rider is tearing up the highway once again ? and he's badder and wilder than ever! ? THE STORY: A flaming skull. A cold metal chain. A revved-up Harley. It's been a long time since Johnny Blaze lived the life of the Ghost Rider. Now he's back, and roaring off on his most insane adventure yet! But this is a wilder, more uncontrollable Spirit of Vengeance than he's ever experienced! So if Johnny wants to live life in the fast lane, he might also end up splattered all over it as roadkill! ? THE CREATORS: Presenting the talented team of writer Devin Grayson (BLACK WIDOW), penciler Trent Kaniuga (Creed) and Danny Miki (Spawn)! ? THE WRITER SPEAKS: "I think my excitement over the character stems from my biker chick days," said Grayson. "I feel that he's one character who's got counterculture appeal more than pop culture appeal. So I want to give him back to these people. We need more rogues in the Marvel Universe. But he's also an everyman. He's recognizable and righteous, and people can relate to him. I find Ghost Rider tremendously appealing, and I hope other people will, too." ? THE FORMAT: The first issue of this scorching 6-part limited series is 32 pages, with ads. Cover price $2.99.

DYNAMIC FORCES SIGNED EDITION with certificate of authenticity. Signed and numbered by Devin Grayson and Trent Kaniuga and limited to 1,500 copies. cover by Trent kaniuga devin grayson/trent kaniuga ? THE SCOOP: Get out your leather and fire up that hog, because the original Ghost Rider is tearing up the highway once again ? and he's badder and wilder than ever! ? THE STORY: A flaming skull. A cold metal chain. A revved-up Harley. It's been a long time since Johnny Blaze lived the life of the Ghost Rider. Now he's back, and roaring off on his most insane adventure yet! But this is a wilder, more uncontrollable Spirit of Vengeance than he's ever experienced! So if Johnny wants to live life in the fast lane, he might also end up splattered all over it as roadkill! ? THE CREATORS: Presenting the talented team of writer Devin Grayson (BLACK WIDOW), penciler Trent Kaniuga (Creed) and Danny Miki (Spawn)! ? THE WRITER SPEAKS: "I think my excitement over the character stems from my biker chick days," said Grayson. "I feel that he's one character who's got counterculture appeal more than pop culture appeal. So I want to give him back to these people. We need more rogues in the Marvel Universe. But he's also an everyman. He's recognizable and righteous, and people can relate to him. I find Ghost Rider tremendously appealing, and I hope other people will, too." ? THE FORMAT: The first issue of this scorching 6-part limited series is 32 pages, with ads. Cover price $39.99.

Stories and art by Mike Curtis, Ed Garcia, Jon C. Crusoe, and JW Kennedy. A short-story anthology set in the world of popular furry series Shanda the Panda. Squeeze Play; Midnight Snack; I Know You; Ghost Story. 48 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.99.

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Story, art and cover by Ben Dunn. Ben Dunn of Ninja High School adapts the beloved anime series about a boy and his giant robot. Ugablob plans to brainwash Dr. Brilliant and steal his new weapon. Gigantor and Jimmy must find him before the UFOs destroy the Earth. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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By Phil and Kaja Foglio. Girl Genius makes the switch to full color! Transylvania Polygnostic University student Agatha Clay has always had trouble concentrating. But now, after a series of traumatic events, she begins to see the world in a whole new way. It's the special, expanded 40- page fourth issue of Phil and Kaja Foglio's "Olde-Fashioned Gaslamp Fantasy with Adventure, Romance and Mad Science!" FC, 40pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Story and Art by John Barrett. While Cleo's spirit pores through ancient texts of the Jasper, an unexpected guest tempts her to stay forever! And with the villainous Riassat in charge of Cleo's body, the wraith will use all her power to drive our heroes to destroy it. Finally, in a cold, hidden chamber of the Council, an overconfident spy lets slip a clue to the secret Gold Digger Unified Theory! Can Sheila bring this Dark Edge Guard to justice and expose his dark secrets to light? Find out in the thrilling conclusion to Gold Digger: Edge Guard by John Barrett! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story, art and cover by Fred Perry. Collects Gold Digger (1993-1999 2nd Series) #26-50. The Gold Brick Collections are huge (600 pages) anthologies containing 25 issues each of Fred Perry's popular series. Gold Brick 2 includes issues 26 to 50 of the black-and-white series, featuring the returns to Shangri-La and El Dorado, the most sinister time-traveling dog in history, and more! Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., full color. Cover price $49.95.

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WRITTEN BY KEVIN SMITH; ART BY PHIL HESTER AND ANDE PARKS; PAINTED COVER BY MATT WAGNER In stores June 27. "Quiver" continues, guest-starring Batman! The Dark Knight is determined to get to the bottom of Ollie's "resurrection." But physical tests can only teach him so much, so Batman ultimately must resort to the metaphysical...the realm of Etrigan, the Demon! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART AND COVER BY DARRYL BANKS AND RICH FABER The conclusion of "Away From Home" (Pt. 2 of 2) finds Kyle and Jade fighting to stop terrorists who have uncovered an ancient mutagen that could make them unstoppable, as the once-peaceful resort world plunges into bloody civil war. FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

1st printing. Collects Green Lantern (1990-2004 2nd Series) #129-136. Written by Judd Winick. Art by Darryl Banks and Rich Faber. This trade paperback collects the first Green Lantern story arc by writer and former Real World roommate, Judd Winick. After escaping from a mental institution, the disturbed Nero soon finds himself in possession of a yellow Power Ring, thanks to the Qwardians. Now with the power to materialize the insane inner workings of his mind, the madman looks to destroy the planet, and with the JLA attempting to fight his hordes of minions, Kyle Rayner, the latest Green Lantern must figure out a way to defeat a maniac who now wields more power then he does. Softcover, 184 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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WRITTEN BY JUDD WINICK; ART BY DALE EAGLESHAM AND RODNEY RAMOS; COVER BY JAE LEE "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 2. This extra-sized Special has Green Lantern with his hands full trying to put something in the place of the missing planet Pluto, and dealing with the return of Green Lantern's greatest enemy, Sinestro! FC, 48 PG. Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Collects Green Lantern vs. Aliens (2000) #1-4. Written by Ron Marz. Art by Rick Leonardi and Mike Perkins. Cover by Eric Kohler. When Hal Jordan vowed to respect all life, he probably wasn't thinking of the nasty, acid-dripping, murdering Aliens - and because he spared these vile creatures, he doomed the lives of countless others years later. Co-published by DC/Dark Horse. Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Issue 227, August, 2001. Tarzan newsletter by Vernell Coriell. 8.5 in. x 11 in. 2 Pages B&W.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Fine $2.50

GUNSMITH CATS: MISTER V #11 (OF 11) by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS It takes more than an out-of-control 18-wheeler to stop Bean Bandit and Rally from getting their man! But now that they've got the counterfeiter Jim Macks, what next? Macks is Bean's client, but he's Rally's bounty target! And they've still got their friend Misty's kidnappers on their tail! It's the endless runaround of a bounty hunter's life, and as Rally's 23rd birthday approaches, Chicago's fastest draw is looking for a reward that isn't counterfeit! It's the final regular episode of Kenichi Sonoda's long-running hit, Gunsmith Cats! ? This may be the end of Gunsmith Cats for now, but fan-favorite Kenichi Sonoda continues to produce GSC tales while focusing on his current ongoing Japanese hit, Exaxxion, coming soon from Dark Horse! Watch for details in future issues of Previews! FOR MATURE READERS On sale August 15 b&w, 40pg (11 of 11)...$ Cover price $3.50.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

by Dan Brereton & Ted Naifeh; painted cover by Naifeh & Brereton The Gunwitch finds himself alone in not-so-sunny Heliopolis, a not-so-friendly town in need of his particular brand of help ? the pistol-packing kind. There are two bosses in town, and it isn't big enough for the both of 'em. When Lady Goodnight, the undead temptress, and Fang, the vampire biker lord, take their midnight dispute to the streets, it means trouble for everyone ? especially the living. It's up to the Gunwitch to play one side against the other to keep the innocent from becoming casualties in the wake of a bloody vampire feud ? but when he discovers a child at the center of the bloodstorm, saving her becomes his most crucial mission yet. This Kurosawa-style horror adventure comes courtesy of writer Dan Brereton, creator of The Nocturnals, and Gloomcookie artist Ted Naifeh. The Gunwitch is a moody black-and-white comic straight from the shadows of darkest night, guaranteed to thrill. b&w, 32pg (2 of 3) Cover price $2.95.

Michael Avon Oeming plot & art; Mark Obie Wheatley script & letters; Adam Hughes cover Modi Tyrson faces the one thing a big, strapping young Viking dreads: women problems! From the deadly dilemma posed by a gang of seductive Water Witches to a bone-crushing confrontation with a single, renegade Valkyrie, Modi is challenged by one angry female after another. What is a Viking to do? And if that's not enough trouble, Loki, the God of Lies, in on hand to dole out advice and guidance to the young hero. This is bound to be educational! Witches, gods, giants, Valkyries, and armies of berserker warriors are all on hand to turn Modi away from his ultimate goal: entrance to Asgard and a chance to go mano-a- mano with Thorr himself! This issue displays a striking cover by Adam Hughes with what might just be the bloodiest comic book cover image of all time! b&w, 32pg (3 of 4) Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart VF- 7.5 $9.00

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $85.00 View scans Paper: White Label #7300508-AA-003 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

WRITTEN BY KARL KESEL; ART BY PETE WOODS AND MARK LIPKA; COVER BY TERRY DODSON AND RACHEL DODSON. There's a price on Harley's head, and everyone in Gotham knows it, turning Harley's shopping spree into a deadly disaster! Meanwhile, there's trouble brewin' with the Quinntettes, the Stooges make another stab at capturing Harley, and a very familiar face to BATMAN readers joins Harley's henchmen! Plus, a surprise ending that'll leave you hanging!FC, 32 PG Cover price $2.25.

Signed and numbered by Bryan Talbot - 1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Heart of Empire: The Legacy of Luther Arkwright (1999) #1-9. Story and art by Bryan Talbot. Nominated for three Eisner Awards and five Eagle Awards, Bryan Talbot's internationally acclaimed graphic novel, Heart of Empire: The Legacy of Luther Arkwright is now available in a deluxe limited-edition slipcased hardcover, signed by creator Bryan Talbot. Heart of Empire is a truly epic work, both viscerally intense and scathingly funny, transcending genre and shattering the boundaries of graphic narrative. Power, mysticism, history, murder, romance, politics, religion, sex, conspiracy, spectacle, and heroism are the multiverse that makes Heart of Empire one of the most challenging, thought-provoking, and purely entertaining works of graphic fiction, truly deserving of this royal treatment! Hardcover (Slipcase), 296 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $99.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

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By Ralf Paul. Who does not know the legends of famous adventurers, wizards, and mythical creatures? At all times, there have been brave men and women who show the way as shining examples and who let us dream of being immortalized in the songs of the bards and in the books of historians. And that is how the fantastic adventures of a very special man and his six friends found their place in the huge libraries of the world of Madira. Helden is a pure fantasy action comic, which is based on a real played and existing role-playing circle - a German counterpart to AD&D. FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY GUY DAVIS; PAINTED COVER BY TIM BRADSTREET In stores June 27. The conclusion to the 2-part "Lapdogs and Englishmen," featuring guest art by Guy Davis (SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATRE). Back in 1978, the rally cry of "no future" echoed throughout the disenfranchised streets of London, screamed by angry youth that believed there truly was none. Not so for John Constantine. The UK punk rocker/magic man is bent on discovering what the future holds. Question is, what's in it for him? MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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HELLBOY: CONQUEROR WORM #4 (OF 4) created, written, & illustrated by MIKE MIGNOLA The "Angel of Death" reveals the future history of man while Roger and Hellboy hatch a desperate plan to destroy the conqueror worm. On sale August 8 FC, 32 pg (4 of 4) Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart Fine $2.50

By Jen Van Meter, Christine Norrie, and Chynna Clugston-Major. Covers by Andi Watson. This isn't your old man's comic book series! The Hopeless Savage family, stars of the last two Oni Press Color Specials, are finally setting up the equipment and playing their own gig. Jen Van Meter's punk rock family have never had what you might call a normal life, and when the parental units turn up missing, it's up to the kids to get united and find out who's behind the kidnapping. But first, the youngest of the clan - Twitch, Arsenal, and Zero - have to figure out where their brother Rat has gotten to, because despite turning his back on a life of rebellion for a suit and a tie, he may be the only one who can lead them to victory. This all-new comics experience from the writer of Blair Witch Chronicles and Gotham Knights #12 is lovingly illustrated by Christine Norrie (Action Girl Comics), with each issue containing special flashback sequences by Chynna Clugston-Major (Blue Monday) and covers by Andi Watson (Breakfast After Noon). b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Very Fine $8.00

English Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Bringing Daily Actions to Life!" Volume 3 shows how to bring to life common, everyday mannerisms, ranging form impulsive expressions, cuteness, and looks of surprise. Softcover, 156 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.99.

Antarctic Press continues its series of how-to-draw-manga guidebooks! Ben Dunn, Fred Perry, and Joe Wight continue to present a comprehensive guide in mastering the manga style and will emphasize layout in this issue. Each featured artist will have his own exclusive special comments. Some topics we will cover in the series are advanced figure study, costumes, mecha, comic storytelling, and composition. b&w, 32pg Cover price $4.95.

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WRITTEN BY TODD DEZAGO; ART BY CARLO BARBERI AND JUAN VLASCO; COVER BY ETHAN VAN SCIVER AND WAYNE FAUCHER In stores June 13. The conclusion to "The Dark Tomorrow" finds Bart Allen, Impulse, at the crossroads, beginning a new chapter in his life. Bart departs from his future friends, but must choose to leave behind the one person he cares about the most! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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incredible hulk no. 29 cover by kyle hotz fabian nicieza/kyle hotz/eric powell Bruce Banner, Angela and Doc Samson have woven a tangled emotional web around each other. And when a sinister entity starts twisting that web, tugging on the various strands of love, hate, pain and desire, The Hulk finds himself at the mercy of the one foe he cannot vanquish: his own rage! "Writer Paul Jenkins reinvigorates Hulk's Jekyll-'n'-Hyde aspects, while Kyle Hotz's pencils the past few issues add a dark and sinister element to a character with the most fractured psyche in comics." - Wizard Cover price $2.25.

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A collection of stories from top independent writers and artists benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Artist in this issue: Jason Alexander, Steve Conley, Carla Speed McNeil, Dan Parsons, John Peters, Steve Steglin, Sonny Strait, and Corey Zayatz. Writers in this issue: Steve Conley, Nick Kelly, Carla Speed McNeil, David Napoliello, John Peters, Richard Pini, Vince Sneed, Steve Steglin, and Kevin Tucker. Cover by James O'Barr & Joseph Linsner. B&W, 48 pages, standard paper stock. Cover price $2.95.

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1st Edition - Volume 9 - 1st printing. Story and art by Rumiko Takahashi. When Kagome discovers severed human heads floating downstream, everyone agrees that it must be the foul work of demons. But when the group comes across a hideous tree that grows talking heads they tell not of a demon, but an evil hermit master that harvests villagers as ingredients in a life extension elixir! Can Inu-Yasha and the group defeat his powerful magic, or will they become more victims in his quest for immortality? Then, Kagome learns of a group that exterminates demons as a way of life and supposedly created the Shikon Jewel. But while searching for their whereabouts, Kagome is reminded of how little she, or anyone else, actually knows about the Shikon Jewel. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.