Comic books January 2005

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STAN SAKAI (W/A) On sale January 26, b&w, 24pg, $2.99 Master storyteller Stan Sakai continues his internationally celebrated samurai adventure, Usagi Yojimbo! In this issue, two short stories catch up with a pair of the series' most beloved characters. In the first, warrior Tomoe is on a hunting excursion with Lord Noriyuki when she stumbles into a battle?a battle fought fifty years ago!?wherein her clan was decidedly beaten. If she manages to stay alive, how will she return to the present? The second story features a figure not seen since the adventure of Grasscutter II?Priest Sanshobo! Fans who have long awaited his return and more of Tomoe will be delighted by this latest installment of Usagi Yojimbo. Cover price $2.99.

Japanese Text - 1st printing. By Masashi Kishimoto. Featuring commentary by Naruto artist and creator Masashi Kishimoto, this visual feast showcases 75 delectable, full-color illustrations that have graced covers for both magazine and comic publications. Sioftcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, PC/PB&W. Japanese text. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $23.99.

Volume 19 - 1st printing. Based on the novel "Mussahi" by Eiji Yoshikawa. Adapted by Takehiko Inoue. Sasaki Kojiro, renowned for his deadly "swallow-cut," is the man destined to be sword-saint Miyamoto Musashi's greatest rival and opponent in the most well-known duel in the annals Japanese history. But for now, Kojiro has been abandoned by his brutal master Ito Ittosai, and must contend with the vicious refugee hunters and ruthless scavengers that abound in the aftermath of the Battle of Sekigahara. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 200 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.95.

by Jay Faerber & Kevin Lau It's a slam-bang free-for-fall finale as Vampi teams with Xin to destroy the hive of vampires preying on the innocent country side. Naturally, Xin's confused: how can someone who looks like the bad guy be willing to sacrifice herself for a greater cause? The Monkey King's not used to someone as good a fighter as he is, or someone so selfless. He may just learn something in all this, between kicking bloodsucker butts! Covers by Lau and Kalman Andrasofszky (limited edition of 1,500). LAU CVR.?FC, 32pg (2 of 2) $2.99 LTD. CVR.?FC, 32pg (2 of 2) $9.95 Cover price $2.99.

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by Jay Faerber & Kevin Lau It's a slam-bang free-for-fall finale as Vampi teams with Xin to destroy the hive of vampires preying on the innocent country side. Naturally, Xin's confused: how can someone who looks like the bad guy be willing to sacrifice herself for a greater cause? The Monkey King's not used to someone as good a fighter as he is, or someone so selfless. He may just learn something in all this, between kicking bloodsucker butts! Covers by Lau and Kalman Andrasofszky (limited edition of 1,500). LAU CVR.?FC, 32pg (2 of 2)$2.99 LTD. CVR.?FC, 32pg (2 of 2)$9.95

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by Dan Parent "The First Girlfriend!": This issue is sure to get everyone's "vote" for most topical Archie comic during this fall's elections! Veronica's new boyfriend is more guarded than most ? literally ? because his father has just won the election, and now every date they go on is chaperoned by Secret Service men! FC, 32pg$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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on sale 12.08 $2.95 four-issue miniseries full color; 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO covers A & B by EDU FRANCISCO cover C by ATTILA ADORJANY CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi- Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The Dark Force has been revealed to be the mysterious GOD of Vanity from Victoria's past. He has taken the twins, Eddie and Roger, into the book of Tomes to lure Victoria into his world, and the crew of Victory soon discovers that the game can no longer be taken lightly. Now they must enter a world long forgotten, a world not bound by mortal rules. To increase their chances of success, the group transforms into their RPG counterparts to rescue Eddie and Roger and to defeat the God of Vanity?a task easier said than done. Cover price $2.95.

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on sale 12.08 $2.95 four-issue miniseries full color; 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO covers A & B by EDU FRANCISCO cover C by ATTILA ADORJANY CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi- Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The Dark Force has been revealed to be the mysterious GOD of Vanity from Victoria's past. He has taken the twins, Eddie and Roger, into the book of Tomes to lure Victoria into his world, and the crew of Victory soon discovers that the game can no longer be taken lightly. Now they must enter a world long forgotten, a world not bound by mortal rules. To increase their chances of success, the group transforms into their RPG counterparts to rescue Eddie and Roger and to defeat the God of Vanity?a task easier said than done. Cover price $2.95.

Incentive cover 1 in 10.four-issue miniseries full color; 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO covers A & B by EDU FRANCISCO cover C by ATTILA ADORJANY CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi- Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The Dark Force has been revealed to be the mysterious GOD of Vanity from Victoria's past. He has taken the twins, Eddie and Roger, into the book of Tomes to lure Victoria into his world, and the crew of Victory soon discovers that the game can no longer be taken lightly. Now they must enter a world long forgotten, a world not bound by mortal rules. To increase their chances of success, the group transforms into their RPG counterparts to rescue Eddie and Roger and to defeat the God of Vanity?a task easier said than done. Cover price $2.95.

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VICTORY VOL. 2 #4 (OF 4) on sale 01.26 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO cover a & b by EDU FRANCISCO; cover c by ROGER CRUZ CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi-Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The God of Vanity and the master of the Dark Force have controlled the game from the beginning, and now they have begun to change the forgotten fantasy of Arton into a reality. While monsters roam the earth attacking innocent people, Victoria and the others fight for their lives within the book of Tome. Now Victoria is faced with the choice of destroying her only means of returning home or letting her former love have his sweet revenge. The choices are not easy ones for a heart as lonely as hers. Cover price $2.95.

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VICTORY VOL. 2 #4 (OF 4) on sale 01.26 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO cover a & b by EDU FRANCISCO; cover c by ROGER CRUZ CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi-Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The God of Vanity and the master of the Dark Force have controlled the game from the beginning, and now they have begun to change the forgotten fantasy of Arton into a reality. While monsters roam the earth attacking innocent people, Victoria and the others fight for their lives within the book of Tome. Now Victoria is faced with the choice of destroying her only means of returning home or letting her former love have his sweet revenge. The choices are not easy ones for a heart as lonely as hers. Cover price $2.95.

Incentive cover. VICTORY VOL. 2 #4 (OF 4) on sale 01.26 $2.95 four-issue monthly miniseries full color 32 pages written by ROBERT MARCELO CASSARO & PETRA LEAO art by EDU FRANCISCO cover a & b by EDU FRANCISCO; cover c by ROGER CRUZ CONCEPT: Victory is about the limits of unlimited power. Born a half-elf Demi-Goddess from the world of Arton (a medieval like world that still practices magic), Victory was created to combat a menace of a cosmic magnitude. She can destroy an entire planet with a wave of her hand or heal herself from any mortal wound in a matter of minutes. Nevertheless, even with this amazing power at her command, Victory cannot defeat her greatest enemy: loneliness. THIS ISSUE: The God of Vanity and the master of the Dark Force have controlled the game from the beginning, and now they have begun to change the forgotten fantasy of Arton into a reality. While monsters roam the earth attacking innocent people, Victoria and the others fight for their lives within the book of Tome. Now Victoria is faced with the choice of destroying her only means of returning home or letting her former love have his sweet revenge. The choices are not easy ones for a heart as lonely as hers. Cover price $2.95.

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Story and Art by Stephen R. Buell. The anticipation ends as the Second Coming finally arrives! As most of the world's population is plucked from the Earth in droves by Jesus, the group gathers around the still-comatose Jesse, hoping that his connection to the man upstairs will prevent them from suffering the fate of the non-believers. Keisha does the unthinkable, and demands a conversation with God, which results in a cliffhanger that must be seen to be (non) believed! 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

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This issue includes the following: a career overview of Ray Harryhausen and reviews of Star Trek Generations, Blacula, Butterfly Sword, Scream Blacula Scream, Casino Royale, Countess Dracula's Orgy of Blood, Speed Racer Collector's Edition, Casino Royale, and more. Charlie Largent cover depicts Cyclops from The 7th Voyage of Sinbad. Cover price $7.95.

Volume 2 -1st Printing. Story, art, and cover by EMMA. Sixteen-year-old tomboy Ito Miura has become fast friends with her schoolmate and fellow drama enthusiast Makoto Amano. The problem? Makoto's a boy who must pass as a female drama student in order for his family to approve of his acting ambitions. Just as Ito and Makoto begin to feel the impact of their strong attraction to each other, Takayo, a fiancée imposed on Makoto from childhood, and her sinister brother Takashi, have decided to transfer into Makoto's new school! Add a college-age lothario and a spoiled rich-girl actress, and what chance can gender-bending true-love possibly have?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.99.

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Black & white; 32 pages written by ROBERT KIRKMAN art by CHARLIE ADLARD cover by TONY MOORE CONCEPT: An epidemic of apocalyptic proportions has swept the globe, causing the dead to rise and feed on the living. In a matter of months society has crumbled: There is no government, no grocery stores, no mail delivery, no cable TV. In a world ruled by the dead, we are forced to finally begin living. THIS ISSUE: The epic tale of survival continues. Rick Grimes is on a mission. He's got a long road ahead of him and many obstacles in his way, but he's determined. There's a lot resting on his shoulders. He cannot fail. He must not fail. Too much depends on it. MATURE READERS WARNING Cover price $2.95.

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"Duck in Orbit," a New Year's story by Gorm Transgaard and Vicar leads this issue, which features William Van Horn's latest, "Hot Shots," and "Almost a Hero" by John Lustig and Carlos Mota. Mickey by Sarah Kinney and Xavi, Horace by Stefan Petrucha and Jesper Madsen, and vintage Goofy by Murry wrap the book. 68 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

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Written by Greg Pak Penciled by CharlIe Adlard Cover by J.H. Williams III PART 3 (OF 6) "He will be a vengeful god. But he will have the heart of a man." The training of a god has ended, and now his reign will begin. Prepare yourself for the Second Coming of Adam Warlock, as the golden gladiator lays his judgment upon the world! 32 PGS./ MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605576-00311 Cover price $2.99.

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on sale 12.22 $6.95 monthly ongoing miniseries black & white; 56 pages written by ANDREW STEPHENSON art & cover by TREVOR GORING THE CONCEPT: When it happened, Earth was appalled. It seemed a hurt beyond healing. But the world moved on?all except London. In the heart of that city, high technology has failed. Survivors scrape a medieval living. Great buildings stand idle. Complex machinery sits frozen. A ruthless Mayor rules the people while the mysterious Cartel dominates both. Moving between them is Esau the Hunter. Now an impatient and powerful world wants this wreck to die...quickly. The outcome rests on the shoulders of the Hunter, and it's a responsibility he does not want. THIS ISSUE: "Pilgrim Tale" and "Dead Dog Parties"?The Cartel has agreed to meet Earth's emissary. The Hunter must guide her there through desert, badlands and deadly wildlife, trailed by all-too-capable enemies with unclear motives. Cover price $6.95.

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by Various The critically acclaimed independent hit is back with even more top name talent ready to scare you right out of your cowboy boots. Phil "Green Arrow" Hester, Todd "The Black Forest" Livingston, Eric "Rex Mundi" J, Raven "The Gift" Gregory, and more join up for what's been called "A surefire indie hit" by Variety.com. Plus, part two of Phineas' Gold, described by ComiXtreme as "an intriguing tale... that hits the nail right on the head. Do yourself a favor and check it out!" MATURE THEMES 40pgs, B&W SRP: $3.50 Cover price $3.50.

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Written by Leah Moore & John Reppion Art and cover by Shawn McManus and J.H. Williams III Cover by McManus ABC. Enter the world of Rosa Torez, a 13-year-old girl whose normal life with her mom and baby brother is shattered when an alarming incident forces her to make a life- changing decision! Rosa's story is the focus of WILD GIRL, a new 6-issue WildStorm miniseries co- written by Leah Moore (Tom Strong, TOM STRONG'S Terrific Tales) & John Reppion with incredible art by Shawn McManus (THE SANDMAN PRESENTS: THESSALY) and J.H. Williams III (PROMETHEA)! When Rosa discovers that she can communicate with animals, her world is turned upside down. Now she must figure out whom she can really trust, as animals and humans try to dictate what her role in this newfound life should be ? because a wrong decision could destroy her family! On sale Nov 10 ? 1 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 USEdited by Alex Sinclair Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Bruce Jones, Will Pfeifer, Tom Peyer and Alan Warner Art by Carlos D'Anda, Josh Middleton and Cary Nord Cover by Michael Turner. A quartet of action-packed stories ? starring WildStorm's favorite characters written and illustrated by some of the hottest creators in comics ? come together in the WILDSTORM WINTER SPECIAL, featuring a cover by fan-favorite Michael Turner! Tom Peyer (THE LEGION) and Cary Nord (Daredevil) team up for an Apollo and Midnighter short; Will Pfeifer (AQUAMAN) delivers a Hawksmoor adventure; a tale of Zealot by Bruce Jones and Josh Middleton (Nyx); and a story featuring one of WildStorm's most popular characters ? Deathblow ? by Alan Warner (Conan) and Carlos D'Anda (THUNDERCATS)! On sale Nov 17 ? 48 pg, FC, $4.95 US Edited by Alex Sinclair Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 4 - 1st printing. Story and art by Windsor McCay. Checker's fourth Early Works collection includes early 1908 installments of Dream of the Rarebit Fiend and A Pilgrim's Progress, a wide sampling of Little Sammy Sneeze, and another assortment of McCay's editorial cartoons and spot illustrations from the New York American. Another handsome, compact and affordable collection of the work of Winsor McCay, the cartoon genius and animation pioneer who is best known for Little Nemo in Slumberland. Softcover, 200 pages, B&W. Mature Readers NOTE: Contains potentially objectionable turn of the century caricatures. Cover price $19.95.

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Featuring - Winx Club Comic: "The Castle". Best Friends Diary and Interview with Bloom! 64 Pages, Full Color. Join Bloom on her first day at Alfea School. Cover price $4.99.

ARROW: Ron Marz brings Witchblade to new heights! (W) Ron Marz (P) Michael Choi (Col) Brian Buccellato (Cover) Greg Land "Witch Hunt," Part 2 (of 5)?Witchblade-wielder and NYPD detective Sara Pezzini has awakened from her coma, but with no memory of what happened to her. So like any good cop, she starts digging for clues. But the mystery she uncovers points to a conspiracy that reaches the very foundations of New York, a conspiracy that could lead to total apocalypse! The new creative team of Ron Marz (Green Lantern, The Darkness) and Michael Choi continue the most powerful Witchblade saga ever! Full color 32 pages $2.99 continuing series Cover price $2.99.

Jay Company San Diego Comic Con Exclusive "Blue" Variant by Armando Huerta Limited to 150. ARROW: Ron Marz brings Witchblade to new heights! (W) Ron Marz(P) Michael Choi(Col) Brian Buccellato(Cover) Greg Land "Witch Hunt," Part 2 (of 5)?Witchblade-wielder and NYPD detective Sara Pezzini has awakened from her coma, but with no memory of what happened to her. So like any good cop, she starts digging for clues. But the mystery she uncovers points to a conspiracy that reaches the very foundations of New York, a conspiracy that could lead to total apocalypse! The new creative team of Ron Marz (Green Lantern, The Darkness) and Michael Choi continue the most powerful Witchblade saga ever! Full color32 pages$2.99continuing series

Jay Company San Diego Comic Con Exclusive "Pink" Variant by Armando Huerta Limited to 100 copies. ARROW: Ron Marz brings Witchblade to new heights! (W) Ron Marz(P) Michael Choi(Col) Brian Buccellato(Cover) Greg Land "Witch Hunt," Part 2 (of 5)?Witchblade-wielder and NYPD detective Sara Pezzini has awakened from her coma, but with no memory of what happened to her. So like any good cop, she starts digging for clues. But the mystery she uncovers points to a conspiracy that reaches the very foundations of New York, a conspiracy that could lead to total apocalypse! The new creative team of Ron Marz (Green Lantern, The Darkness) and Michael Choi continue the most powerful Witchblade saga ever! Full color, 32 pages, $2.99 cover.

Jay Company San Diego Comic Con Exclusive "Pink" Variant by Armando Huerta Limited to 250. ARROW: Ron Marz brings Witchblade to new heights! (W) Ron Marz(P) Michael Choi(Col) Brian Buccellato(Cover) Greg Land "Witch Hunt," Part 2 (of 5)?Witchblade-wielder and NYPD detective Sara Pezzini has awakened from her coma, but with no memory of what happened to her. So like any good cop, she starts digging for clues. But the mystery she uncovers points to a conspiracy that reaches the very foundations of New York, a conspiracy that could lead to total apocalypse! The new creative team of Ron Marz (Green Lantern, The Darkness) and Michael Choi continue the most powerful Witchblade saga ever! Full color32 pages$2.99continuing series

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Witchblade: Book 2 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Witchblade #9-17. By Wohl, Christina Z, Turner, Daniel, D-Tron, & Smith Including the classic story lines of Anne Bonnie, the Pirate Witchblade and Sara's quest to discover the true Microwave Murderer's identity, this huge collected edition has it all! Boasting an all new cover by Michael Turner. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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Written by Jonathan Vankin Art by Leigh Gallagher & Dan Green Cover by Tara McPherson On the run from the law and other weird forces, Elsa takes refuge in a creepy roadside motel that proves anything but a safe haven. Meanwhile, maiden-to-be Sook makes a decision that will affect the rest of her life, and Elsa performs a magical ritual that will point Congressman Fleming's career in a new direction. On sale Nov 24 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.95 US ? MATURE AUDIENCES Cover price $2.95.

Asuka Langley Cover 1 of 2 - TOP 50 ANIME YOU GOTTA OWN! ? See the top 50 anime DVDs and DVD boxed sets that every anime fan really must have in his or her collection. Learn why these 50 are the best of the best and get information on all the cool DVD special features. Fantastic favorites like Neon Genesis Evangelion, Ghost in the Shell, Love Hinaand Trigunwill all be featured. CLAMP-O-RAMA! ? CLAMP, the creators of Choblis, Card Captor Sakuraand Tsubasais one of manga's most recognizable names. This month Wizard Anime Insidercelebrates the group's 15th anniversary and presents the ultimate overview to their amazing career with all of the amazing highlights! ? CLAMP provides a fantastic cover to this issue spotlighting on of the group's premier characters. THE CHRONOLOGY OF TENCHI! ? With so many TV series, OVAs, movies and manga, the world of Tenchi Muyo! Is pretty twisted?until A.I. lays down the full life of Tenchi, and his many loves. ? Ryoko from Tenchi Muyo appears on this month's alternate cover to Wizard Anime Insider. FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST HANDBOOK! ? Hot on Adult Swim, this feature shows how you can be an alchemist like Ed and Al Elric?as well as what not to do. GET BACKERS LOST & FOUND BOARD! ? Behold the Get Backers' bulletin board, with "Lost Item" fliers and leaflets from clients, along with a flier from the GetBackers duo team announcing their services! ? Find out everything that's going on with anime and manga and learn about these exciting worlds, creators, sub-categories, manufacturers and more. From Inuyasha to Gundam Seed and tons of amazing new stuff, it's all in here! Magazine (CLAMP COVER)$4.99 Magazine (TENCHI MUYO COVER)$4.99 Cover price $4.99.

Ryoko from Tenchi Muyo Cover 2 of 2 - TOP 50 ANIME YOU GOTTA OWN! ? See the top 50 anime DVDs and DVD boxed sets that every anime fan really must have in his or her collection. Learn why these 50 are the best of the best and get information on all the cool DVD special features. Fantastic favorites like Neon Genesis Evangelion, Ghost in the Shell, Love Hinaand Trigunwill all be featured. CLAMP-O-RAMA! ? CLAMP, the creators of Choblis, Card Captor Sakuraand Tsubasais one of manga's most recognizable names. This month Wizard Anime Insidercelebrates the group's 15th anniversary and presents the ultimate overview to their amazing career with all of the amazing highlights! ? CLAMP provides a fantastic cover to this issue spotlighting on of the group's premier characters. THE CHRONOLOGY OF TENCHI! ? With so many TV series, OVAs, movies and manga, the world of Tenchi Muyo! Is pretty twisted?until A.I. lays down the full life of Tenchi, and his many loves. ? Ryoko from Tenchi Muyo appears on this month's alternate cover to Wizard Anime Insider. FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST HANDBOOK! ? Hot on Adult Swim, this feature shows how you can be an alchemist like Ed and Al Elric?as well as what not to do. GET BACKERS LOST & FOUND BOARD! ? Behold the Get Backers' bulletin board, with "Lost Item" fliers and leaflets from clients, along with a flier from the GetBackers duo team announcing their services! ? Find out everything that's going on with anime and manga and learn about these exciting worlds, creators, sub-categories, manufacturers and more. From Inuyasha to Gundam Seed and tons of amazing new stuff, it's all in here! Magazine (CLAMP COVER)$4.99 Magazine (TENCHI MUYO COVER)$4.99 Cover price $4.99.

Polybagged, Astonishing X-Men cover by John Cassaday. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes. Cover price $4.99.

Not polybagged, Astonishing X-Men cover by John Cassaday. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes. Cover price $4.99.

Identity Crisis cover by Michael Turner. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes Cover price $4.99.

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Not polybagged, Identity Crisis cover by Michael Turner. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes Cover price $4.99.

Polybagged, Jennifer Garner as Elektra photo cover. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes Cover price $4.99.

Not polybagged, Jennifer Garner as Elektra photo cover. 5 questions with Bryan Hitch; Q & A with Marc Silvestri and Mark Waid on Hunter/Killer; report on Constantine, with comments from Keanu Reeves and cast; David Goyer opens his Blade: Trinity diary; Q & A with Jennifer Garner on Elektra; Joss Whedon and John Cassaday provide 'the directors' commentary' for Astonishing X-Men; best of 2004; Artist of the Year: John Cassaday; Writer of the Year: Brad Meltzer; Man of the Year: Brian Michael Bendis; Marvel vs. DC Q & A, with Brian Michael Bendis, Mark Millar, Geoff Johns and Jeph Loeb, and Scot Eaton illo; Q & A with Cillian Murphy on Batman Begins; Q & A with Gabriele Dell'Otto; Secret Stash: Demo; Pat Lee checklist; 13 things you didn't know about Legion of Super-Heroes Cover price $4.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Written by BONES, Keiko Nobumoto. Art and cover byToshitsugu Iida.

A manga take on the hit suspense anime Wolf's Rain. Kiba's pack of wolves have tracked down the Lunar Flower, and together, they continue their pilgrimage with the armies of humanity at their tails. But will the scent of the Lunar Flower lead them to Paradise or a deadly false legend? The drama reaches its dramatic climax in this final volume!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 186 pages, B&W. Rated T+

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

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ENEMY OF THE STATE: Part 3 of 6 - Written by Mark Millar Art & Cover by John Romita Jr. & klaus janson The Fantastic Four is trapped in the Baxter Building with the world's deadliest weapon... Wolverine! Think this is as good as it gets for Wolverine? You tell us, folks ? all we're thinking right now is that four against one isn't a fair fight... for the Four, that is... 32 PGS./ MARVEL PSR+ Cover price $2.25.

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Stoned: Part 5 of 5 - Written by Greg Rucka Art by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder Cover by J.G. Jones It's the action-packed conclusion of "Stoned," as the Amazing Amazon faces Medousa with the whole world watching! As her deadliest foe threatens to petrify millions with a single glance, WW adopts a unique strategy ? one with serious repercussions! 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US Cover price $2.25.

1st printing. Collects Wonder Woman (1987-2006 2nd Series) #201-205. Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Drew Johnson, Shane Davis, Stephen Sadowski, Ray Snyder, and Andrew Currie. Cover by J.G. Jones. Wonder Woman needs help solving the murder of Darrel Keyes, and who better to call than Batman? As they inch closer, they find it ties to another murder, but what does it have to do with respected businesswoman Veronica Cale? Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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1st printing. Collects Wonder Woman (1987-2006 2nd Series) #201-205. Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Drew Johnson, Shane Davis, Stephen Sadowski, Ray Snyder, and Andrew Currie. Cover by J.G. Jones. Wonder Woman needs help solving the murder of Darrel Keyes, and who better to call than Batman? As they inch closer, they find it ties to another murder, but what does it have to do with respected businesswoman Veronica Cale? Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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Plot, Pencils & Cover by Rob Liefeld Script by Fabian Nicieza PART 4 (OF 6) Cable, Shatterstar and Co. encounter the evil of the ADMINISTRATOR and the terrible power of the WATCHTOWER. Which side will Sam and Spectre fight for? Guest- starring WOLVERINE and DEADPOOL! 32 PGS./ MARVEL PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605517-00411 Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Chuck Austen Pencils and Cover by Salvador Larroca "HEROES AND VILLAINS" PART 4 (OF 4) The explosive conclusion to the battle between the X-Men and the newly re-formed Brotherhood of Mutants! When the dust clears, will everyone remain standing? 32 PGS./ MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960601772-16411 Cover price $2.25.

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DREAMERS AND DEMONS #5 (OF 6) Written by CHRIS CLAREMONT Penciled by SEAN CHEN Cover by GREG LAND PART 5 (OF 6) X-Men past and present under siege by their greatest enemies! A daring escape attempt from the Neverland concentration camp! Wolverine and Storm join the fray! And with the Phoenix re-emerging, can Madeline Pryor be far behind? 32 PGS./PSR ...$2.99 UPC: 5960605537-00511 Cover price $2.99.