Comic books August 1999

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WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores June 2. Alan Moore and the art team of J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray (JUSTICE RIDERS, CHASE) introduce the first super-heroine from the world of AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, with a painted cover by Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME)! In the streets of a modern-day New York incredibly different from the one we know, college student Sophie Bangs is researching a centuries-old myth of a warrior-woman called Promethea. But the truth about Promethea is both stranger than the fiction and a fiction itself, and if Sophie can't figure it out in time, she'll be killed by one of Promethea's enemies. But if she does figure it out, Sophie will become the ultimate embodiment of the Promethea legend. (Note: 1 in 4 copies will feature a variant cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.) FC, 40 PG.$3.50" Cover price $3.50.

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Variant Cover by JH Williams & Mick Gray. WRITTEN BY ALAN MOORE; ART BY J.H. WILLIAMS III AND MICK GRAY Alan Moore and the art team of J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray (JUSTICE RIDERS, CHASE) introduce the first super-heroine from the world of AMERICA'S BEST COMICS, with a painted cover by Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME)! In the streets of a modern-day New York incredibly different from the one we know, college student Sophie Bangs is researching a centuries-old myth of a warrior-woman called Promethea. But the truth about Promethea is both stranger than the fiction and a fiction itself, and if Sophie can't figure it out in time, she'll be killed by one of Promethea's enemies. But if she does figure it out, Sophie will become the ultimate embodiment of the Promethea legend. (Note: 1 in 4 copies will feature a variant cover by J.H. Williams III and Mick Gray.) FC, 40 PG.$3.50" Cover price $3.50.

*18+ Mature Readers Only* "Strain" Written by Buronson, Art by Ryoichi Ikegami; "Dance Till Tomorrow" by Naoki Yamamoto; "Hearbroken Angels" by Masahiko Kikuni; "Black & White" by Taiyo Matsumoto; and "Banana Fish" by Akimi Yoshida. 128 Pages, B&W. *18+ Mature Readers Only* Cover price $5.95.

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by Marc Andreyko & Mike Deodato, Jr. As the blood-boiling mini-series continues, Purgatori unravels the secrets of her long- prophesied ascension with a little help from... nah! That would be telling! But, trust us, we guarantee your jaws will hang open when the identity of the blood-soaked Entity is revealed! Plus, a gore-splattered confrontation with the enigmatic Rath! Can the sensual Purgatori contain her blood rage long enough to understand her amazing new powers? (PGR20) FC (2 of 4 )$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

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by Rumiko Takahashi Etiquette question: if your opponent attacks you with a veal cutlet, do you parry with a salad fork or a dessert fork? In the climactic fast-eating contest between Ranma and French gourmet Picolet Chardon, Ranma must dine with the pros or sleep with the fishes! b&w, 32pg (4 of 13)$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

1st Edition - Volume 5 - 2nd and later printings. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Ranma and company enjoy a trip to the beach, despite all the cold water! Then, camping out in the woods turns out to have a lot of hazards, not the least of which is Akane's cooking! Also, Ranma competes in two bizarre tests of skill, an Anything-Goes Martial Arts Tea Ceremony and an Anything-Goes Martial Arts Fast-Food Restaurant Takeout Race! Softcover, 5-in x 8-in., 212 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

Issue 4. August 1999. Vigil Variant Cover. 6.5" x 10.25". 48 pages. Black and white. Adult. Cover price $4.95.

Issue 4. August 1999. Wolfer Variant Cover. 6.5" x 10.25". 48 pages. Black and white. Adult. Cover price $4.95.

Issue #4 - Aug. 1999. Cover by Sean Shaw. Joe Vigil, Mike Wolfer, Sean Shaw and Karl Waller stories. 6 1/2-in. x 10 1/4-in., 48 pages, black and white. Mature readers. Cover price $4.95.

Issue 4. August 1999. Waller Variant Cover. 6.5" x 10.25". 48 pages. Black and white. Adult. Cover price $4.95.

Regular cover (Poizon) by Dorian B. Cleavenger. Little Bad Angels. Story by Everette Benard Hartsoe. Art by Scott Wilson. A triple crossover featuring the bad-girl heroes of three different creators. The demon-hunting bad-girl nun Areala and the demon-hunting bad-girl ninja Razor reunite to unravel the mystery of Poizon, the time-traveling half-demon bad-girl from the future. 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.95.

Variant cover (Razor and Areala) by Dorian B. Cleavenger. Little Bad Angels. Story by Everette Benard Hartsoe. Art by Scott Wilson. A triple crossover featuring the bad-girl heroes of three different creators. The demon-hunting bad-girl nun Areala and the demon-hunting bad-girl ninja Razor reunite to unravel the mystery of Poizon, the time-traveling half-demon bad-girl from the future. 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.95.

Variant cover (all three) by Dorian B. Cleavenger. Little Bad Angels. Story by Everette Benard Hartsoe. Art by Scott Wilson. A triple crossover featuring the bad-girl heroes of three different creators. The demon-hunting bad-girl nun Areala and the demon-hunting bad-girl ninja Razor reunite to unravel the mystery of Poizon, the time-traveling half-demon bad-girl from the future. 32 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature readers. Cover price $3.95.

Regular Edition Art Cover. Cover price $4.95.

Nude Photo Cover. Cover price $4.95.

Nude Art Cover. Cover price $4.95.

This issue: Exclusive Interview - From Star Wars to Tolkien: The Brothers Hildebrandt; Gahan Wilson on Robert E. Howard; 1999 Nebula Winner Bruce Holland Rogers; Liam Neeson Locked Inside The Haunted House. Cover price $3.99.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Yoshihiko Ochi All-ages manga! Despite the advice of Slayn, Ghim rushes off after the Grey Witch, convinced she is really Leylia, the daughter of Neese, the girl he has been searching for. Concerned about his well-being, Deedlit rushes off after him. They stumble upon a fallen war party and learn that Princess Fianna of Valis has been kidnapped. United again, the group picks up the kidnapper¹s trail and come upon a house where the bandits seem to be resting. But unbeknownst to our heroes, the bandits are ready for them! Let the battle begin! b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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by Ryo Mizuno & Akihiro Yamada The Lodoss War history lessons continue. The pressure is on, and getting to several members of the war party. There¹s dissension in the ranks as Fahn squares off against Flaus for leadership of the group. But is Fahn in control of his own actions or is he simply a puppet under the control of evil forces? b&w, 32pg" Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART AND COVER BY BUTCH GUICE I A guest-star packed final issue concludes the 3-part "Millennium Meteor." As Earth's mightiest heroes (Superman, Wonder Woman and members of the Titans and Young Justice) fall before the reality-altering power of Warp Child, it's up to Mitch Shelley, Vandal Savage and the Immortal Man to track down the monster. Can they succeed where the others have failed? More important, can these mortal enemies work together long enough to defeat a common foe? FC, 32 PG.$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

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This cover features characters looking down into a coffin. Top Cow Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Keu Cha (I) Jason Gorder (C) Liquid! The most eagerly-anticipated book of 1999 begins in July as Top Cow proudly presents J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars. This epic tale begins when a celestial event occurs in a small town that will change the inhabitants' lives forever. Over the course of this series, Rising Stars will follow all who were blessed ? and cursed ? by this mysterious event. Brought to you by the creator of Babylon 5 and the upcoming Crusade, J. Michael Straczynski and penciling sensation Keu Cha, Rising Stars is sure to be one book that lives up to the hype!!! NOTE: This issue was produced in 4 cover variants with equal amounts of each issued. When placed side by side, the covers will form one large, complete image of the Rising Stars characters. FC, 32pg (1 of 24)$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

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Top Cow Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Keu Cha (I) Jason Gorder (C) Liquid! The most eagerly-anticipated book of 1999 begins in July as Top Cow proudly presents J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars. This epic tale begins when a celestial event occurs in a small town that will change the inhabitants' lives forever. Over the course of this series, Rising Stars will follow all who were blessed ? and cursed ? by this mysterious event. Brought to you by the creator of Babylon 5 and the upcoming Crusade, J. Michael Straczynski and penciling sensation Keu Cha, Rising Stars is sure to be one book that lives up to the hype!!! NOTE: This issue was produced in 4 cover variants with equal amounts of each issued. When placed side by side, the covers will form one large, complete image of the Rising Stars characters. FC, 32pg (1 of 24)$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

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This cover variant may features red man kneeling. Top Cow Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Keu Cha (I) Jason Gorder (C) Liquid! The most eagerly-anticipated book of 1999 begins in July as Top Cow proudly presents J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars. This epic tale begins when a celestial event occurs in a small town that will change the inhabitants' lives forever. Over the course of this series, Rising Stars will follow all who were blessed ? and cursed ? by this mysterious event. Brought to you by the creator of Babylon 5 and the upcoming Crusade, J. Michael Straczynski and penciling sensation Keu Cha, Rising Stars is sure to be one book that lives up to the hype!!! NOTE: This issue was produced in 4 cover variants with equal amounts of each issued. When placed side by side, the covers will form one large, complete image of the Rising Stars characters. FC, 32pg (1 of 24)$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

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Top Cow Comics (W) J. Michael Straczynski (P) Keu Cha (I) Jason Gorder (C) Liquid! The most eagerly-anticipated book of 1999 begins in July as Top Cow proudly presents J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars. This epic tale begins when a celestial event occurs in a small town that will change the inhabitants' lives forever. Over the course of this series, Rising Stars will follow all who were blessed and cursed by this mysterious event. Brought to you by the creator of Babylon 5 and the upcoming Crusade, J. Michael Straczynski and penciling sensation Keu Cha, Rising Stars is sure to be one book that lives up to the hype!!! NOTE: This issue was produced in 4 cover variants with equal amounts of each issued. When placed side by side, the covers will form one large, complete image of the Rising Stars characters. FC, 32pg (1 of 24) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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Unsigned. Another Universe.Com Wizard World Chicago '99 Edition. Includes Wizard Certificate of Authenticity.

Another Universe.Com Wizard World Chicago '99 Edition. Signed Edition, Signed by J Micheal Straczynski. Includes Wizard Certificate of Authenticity.

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written by J. Michael Straczynski; art by Various Cover price $5.00.

Roadshow 8 - August, 1999. Japanese magazine featuring the hottest things Hollywood has to offer, including film previews and reviews and celebrity interviews and photo shoots. Ewan McGregor as Obi-Wan Kenobi on the cover. 9-in. x 11.75-in. 232 pages, full color.

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Batman No Man's Land. WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY STAZ JOHNSON AND STAN WOCH; COVER BY JASON PEARSON. Robin and Nightwing team up to answer Batman's call to arms and rescue Gotham from its state as a "No Man's Land!" Using a treacherous, long-abandoned subterranean pathway to enter Gotham, Tim and Dick must defeat the tag-team of Gearhead and Tommy Mangles if they want to make it through. Meanwhile, a certain Ratcatcher is waiting in the wings. FC, 32 PG.$1.99." Cover price $1.99.

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Small photo cover of Sabrina TV star Melissa Joan Hart. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. Thor Loser, script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Enchantra is upset with Sabrina. What A Workout featuring Hilda & Zelda, script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Wimbert. Some Enchantra Evening, Chapter One, script by Mike Gallagher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Enchanta's revenge on Sabrina; to be continued in Sonic Super Special #10. 36 pgs. $1.79. Cover price $1.79.

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Story and Art by Naoko Takeuchi. In this action-packed issue, Black Moon Verche, a menacing new foe, appears on the scene in search of the Silver Imperium Crystal. In his plot for world domination and absolute power, Sailor Mars is captured. With Rini's mysterious appearance on the scene, Bunny suspects her as being an accomplice. The more Bunny tries to discover the secrets Rini holds, the more questions and suspicions she raises. b&w, 48pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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Todd McFarlane Productions (W) Brian Michael Bendis (P) Angel Medina (I) Jonathan Glapion (C) Todd Broeker & Jay Fotos, Cover by Ashley Wood The detectives from Spawn get their own series in a story written by the master of the crime comic, Brian Michael Bendis. When four thumbs show up at a crime scene, it's unusual, but Sam and Twitch have seen stranger things. But when all four thumbs are proven to have the same fingerprint, the detectives realize they've got a real mystery on their hands. Already one of the great crime writers of his generation, Eisner Award nominated Brian Michael Bendis provides a thought-provoking story that is illustrated by popular KISS: Psycho Circus artist Angel Medina. FC, 32pg" Cover price $2.50.

Volume 4 - 2nd and later printings. Written by Sho Fumimura. Art by Ryoichi Ikegami. This graphic novel continues the erotically-charged saga of political corruption, the yakuza underworld, and two handsome, ruthless young men! Asami proves his political acumen by taking on a beautiful American trade representative. Then he sets out to ruin the career of Secretary General Isaoka himself! But Hojo's plans aren't moving so smoothly. First they wanted his head - now someone wants him dead - and Hojo's charmed life may soon be ending! Mature Readers. Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 320 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS Cover price $17.95.

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WRITTEN BY PETER HOGAN; ART BY MICHAEL ZULLI AND VINCE LOCKE; PAINTED COVER BY DUNCAN FEGREDO In stores June 30. A teenaged John Constantine (Hellblazer) has a life-changing adventure in a miniseries connected to Morpheus' imprisonment in the Waking World. On the eve of their dear friend's passing, HELLBLAZER'S John Constantine meets up with Ollie, an old mate from his teenager days. United by their awareness of a sinister magical threat, they take a trip down memory lane to uncover the terrifying events of the fateful 1968 occult garden party where the location of the imprisoned Lord Morpheus remained unknown to all but one vagabond dream whose brash ambitions had dire consequences in the Waking World and beyond. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 3)$2.95" Cover price $2.95.

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Story and art by Erik Larsen. The return of Simon Kane! Plus, a startling development in the Dragon's relationship with Marcy. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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Story and art by Erik Larsen. A bad guy gets a hold of a Martian shrinking gun and zaps the Dragon down to size! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY MICHAEL LARK AND SEAN PHILLIPS; COVER BY LARK In stores June 16. Facts, friction and familial double-cross are exposed as "A Little Piece of Goodnight" comes to a photo finish, concluding the stylish miniseries by writer Ed Brubaker and artists Michael Lark and Sean Phillips. When Detective Jack Herriman confronts his client's murderer face- to-face, it means not only putting his own life on the line, but braking a few rules, and faces, in the process. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (4 OF 4)$2.50" Cover price $2.50.

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The Official Magazine of the Sci-Fi Channel. George Lucas interview, Wild Wild West, Deep Blue Sea, GvsE, Stigmata, and more. 8-in. x 10-7/8 in.; full color; 80 slick pages. Cover price $3.99.

Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy), Jeri Ryan (Star Trek Voyager), Renee O'Connor (Xena), Nana Visitor (Deep Space Nine), Carrie Dobra (Crusade), Terry Farrell, First Wave, and more. 8-in. x 10.75-in.; full color; 68 pages. Cover price $4.99.

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Vol. 5 # 5. Star Wars special issue: behind the scenes of The Phantom Menace. Also Walter Koenig (Star Trek), Eliza Dushku (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Tarzan, and more. 8-in. x 10.75-in.; full color; 76 pages. Cover price $3.99.