Comic books July 2008

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Skrully Variant Cover - Written by CHRISTOS GAGE Pencils & Cover by STEVE UY There's a contract out on The Taskmaster, and no shortage of villains willing to fulfill it. But what'll kill him first -- the bad guys, or his latest class of recruits? Welcome Annex, Prodigy, Gorilla Girl, Sunstreak and Batwing to the Initiative. But are they -- is anyone -- ready for the coming of...Butterball?? 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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Secret Invasion Tie-in

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Killed in Action!" Collects Avengers: The Initiative (2007) #7-13 and ANNUAL #1.

Written by Dan Slott and Christos Gage. Art By Stefano Caselli, Steve Uy, Patrick Scherberger, Salvador Larroca, Clayton Henry, Carmine Di Giandomenico, Tom Feister, Paul Neary and David Meikis. Cover By Jim Cheung.

Training is almost over for our cadets. Some will graduate. Some will washout. And, yes, some WILL die!

And with the clock ticking on the first class of recruits, get ready to meet the next batch! Including new Marvels, old Marvels, at least one SKRULL and...THE IRREDEEMABLE GIANT-MAN!?

Also, with the Gauntlet out of commission, just wait until you meet Camp Hammond's new Drill Instructor - he's a real Taskmaster!

Hardtcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #102-112. Written by Roy Thomas and Steve Englehart. Art by John Buscema, Rick Buckler, George Tuska, Don Heck and Jim Starlin. A legendary team of heroes forged by fate and dedicated to protecting the innocent against threats too great for any single champion to face. They are th Avengers - Earth's Mightiest Heroes. The Avengers face the terrifying inhuman might of the robotic Sentinels. Can Earth's Mightiest Heroes stop the Sentinels' genocidal plan to eradicate every mutant in the world? Plus, Grimm Reaper returns to exact revenge on the team. Also includes guest appearances by Daredevil and by Marvel's merry mutants - the Uncanny X-Men and their arch foe - Magneto! Softcover, 238 pages, full color.

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1st printing. Story and art by Andy Ristaino. By night, Setsuko Kagaku is the world's leading babysitter. Equipped with her trusty rocketpack, she jet sets all around the globe keeping the world's greatest resource - the children, silly - safe. But by day, she is just another teenager dealing with the same problems that any other Japanese schoolgirl faces: giant robots, big angry kaijubakumono (monsters), crazy science experiments gone awry, weird tentacled beasties, global conspiracies, and alien invaders - not to mention good grades, plenty of teen angst, and boys! Join Setsuko as she tries to deal with the panic and claustrophobia of living in a depiction of modern Japan that only a completely uninformed and rather stupid American could dream up! Softcover, 9-in. x 15-in., full color. Cover price $29.95.

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by Max Landis & Kevin Gentilcore Inspired by the classic tale by Jules Verne, this story goes back to the land that he created. Mysterious Island has risen again, this time in 2008 and the infamous Captian Nemo is back to command a new set of monsters! Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Collects Badger Saves the World (2007 IDW) #1-5. Written by Mike Baron. Art by Kevin Caron. Cover by Nick Runge. Badger, that '80s stalwart, is back to do more than just save comics... this time, he's here to save the entire world. In this collection of the all-new Badger adventure written by creator Mike Baron, Badger finds himself up against amazing odds that take him from a small-town jail cell to, well, you'll have to see it to believe it, Larry. The adventure of a lifetime begins here. Badger Saves the World is more than mere entertainment-it is an attempt by comic books to save the human race. Please join us-for the children. This special trade paperback also adds in a bonus 27-page Badger story, "Badger: Bull!" - from the same creative team. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 17 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kazushi Hagiwara.

Dark Schneider's done it this time! He went and got himself trapped in hell face-to-face with the Devil! Luckily, he's got friends, and they hatch a crazy plan that's so outlandish it just might work. That is if they can keep the Angels from destroying the arc and ruining D.S.'s chances of ever returning.

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 206 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $9.99.

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Written by Peter Brandvold & Sergio Aragones Art by John Severin Cover by Walter Simonson Bat Lash's origin comes to a stunning conclusion! As Bat tracks Brubaker to Mexico, Dominique takes her fate into her own hands. Who will survive? ? 6 of 6 ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Cover by Alex Ross. Batman R.I.P.: Part 2 of 6 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea. Continuing 'Batman R.I.P,' the epic story that will change the legend of the Dark Knight forever! As the life of Bruce Wayne takes an interesting turn with Jezebel Jet, the life of Batman falls into the ultimate downward spiral. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Variant Cover by Tony Daniel. Batman R.I.P.: Part 2 of 20 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea. Continuing 'Batman R.I.P,' the epic story that will change the legend of the Dark Knight forever! As the life of Bruce Wayne takes an interesting turn with Jezebel Jet, the life of Batman falls into the ultimate downward spiral. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

Second Printing. Cover by Alex Ross. Batman R.I.P.: Part 2 of 6 - Written by Grant Morrison Art by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea. Continuing 'Batman R.I.P,' the epic story that will change the legend of the Dark Knight forever! As the life of Bruce Wayne takes an interesting turn with Jezebel Jet, the life of Batman falls into the ultimate downward spiral. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.99.

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1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #655-658 and 663-666.

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Andy Kubert, John Van Fleet, and Jesse Delperdang. Cover by Andy Kubert and Jesse Delperdang.

Comic-book legends Grant Morrison (ALL STAR SUPERMAN, SEVEN SOLDIERS) and Andy Kubert (Ultimate X-Men, 1602) join forces to bring you an unforgettable tale of the Dark Knight.

Batman receives the greatest shock of his life when he discovers that he may have a son. And sparks fly when the new addition to the Bat-family is introduced to Robin, the Boy Wonder. Which one will be chosen to carry on the legacy as Gotham's protector?

Softcover, 200 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by Chuck Dixon Art by Carlos Rodriguez & Bit Cover by Doug Braithwaite With Metamorpho still lost in space, Batman kicks his rescue mission into high gear! Meanwhile, the Outsiders are neck-deep in trouble of their own...deep in the heart of China! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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The Bat and the Cat: Part 1 of 5 - Written by Fabian Nicieza Art and cover by Kevin Maguire Kicking off a 5-part story by Fabian Nicieza (X-Men) and Kevin Maguire (Justice League INTERNATIONAL)! Batgirl crosses paths with the Catwoman for the first time... and that's bad luck, especially for Batgirl's father: Commissioner Gordon! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Yoshinori Natsume Art and cover by Natsume The all-new original manga from the acclaimed Yoshinori Natsume continues! Bruce Wayne must confront his past and examine how the time he spent in Japan as a young man training to become Batman affected him...and whether his experiences then somehow led to the killer now rampaging throughout the underworld in Gotham. On sale May 7 ? 2 of 4 ? 48 pg, B&W Cover price $2.99.

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2nd and later printings. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #28-30.

Story and Art by Matt Wagner.

Batman: Faces satirizes America's obsession with beauty and perfection. Two-Face escapes from Arkham Asylum and forms a gathering of freaks and other malformed folks. Unfortunately, his darker half rears its ugly head (so to speak) and beautiful people begin to die.

Softcover, 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight (1989-2007) #65-68 and 100.

Written by J.M. DeMatteis, Eddie Campell and Daren White. Art by Joe Staton, Bart Sears and Steve Mitchell. Cover by Joe Staton and Steve Mitchell.

Discover whether The Joker would become sane if Batman disappeared in this thriller! After a life-and-death struggle, The Joker seemingly kills Batman. Faced with the loss of his nemesis, the insane Joker can only retreat...into sanity.

Softcover, 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by Steve Niles Art and cover by Kelley Jones 'There are things that go 'bump' in the night. Be thankful that one of those things is on our side...' When the full moon rises and casts its eerie glow over the land, the creatures of the night come out to hunt and feast and prey on the innocent citizens of Gotham City, and only one man stands in their way: The Batman. These are the bizarre and frightening case files of the Dark Knight Detective, featuring grave-robbers, men making monsters, night terrors, and the debut of an all-new moonlight monster known only as Midnight. In this fatal first issue by the creative team of Steve Niles (30 Days of Night, SIMON DARK) and Kelley Jones (BATMAN: RED RAIN), Batman will come face-to-face with the Master of Fear himself - but just what is the Scarecrow after? And what does it have to do with the Axeman? Could it be some elaborate scheme to trap the Bat? Be here at the beginning - and beware! On sale May 28 ? 1 of 12 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Jai Nitz. Cover by Andie Tong. Art by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty. Batman's left Batgirl to watch over Gotham on her own. Uh-oh. She's fought lunatics like the Joker and brutes like Killer Croc to a standstill, but she may not be able to compete with the craftiness of Catwoman! Cover price $2.25.

Popular Culture and Philosophy: Book 33 - 1st printing. Edited by Josef Steiff andTristan D. Tamplin. In attempting to retain her "human" side, does Sharon really have free will? Is killing a Cylon murder or garbage disposal? These are some of the questions addressed in this thoughtful collection of writings on the philosophical underpinnings of the new Battlestar Galactica. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 288 pages, Text Only. Cover price $18.95.

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Cover by Jonathan Lau. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau Galactica veteran writer Robert Napton continues to tell the previously untold day of the early days of William Adama! It's the days after the events of the first Cylon War, and the beginnings of a period of great despair for the proud and powerful man. Left behind by his military, his government and his very family, can Adama find salvation? Plus: Saul Tigh enters Adam's world and sets the pair on a path of destiny! Jonathan Lau provides the interior art, and the cover (also features a photo cover from the re-imagined, Emmy-Award nominated, show!)! Cover price $3.50.

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Photo Cover featuring Edward James Olmos as William "Bill" Adama. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau Galactica veteran writer Robert Napton continues to tell the previously untold day of the early days of William Adama! It's the days after the events of the first Cylon War, and the beginnings of a period of great despair for the proud and powerful man. Left behind by his military, his government and his very family, can Adama find salvation? Plus: Saul Tigh enters Adam's world and sets the pair on a path of destiny! Jonathan Lau provides the interior art, and the cover (also features a photo cover from the re-imagined, Emmy-Award nominated, show!)! Cover price $3.50.

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Cover by Jonathan Lau. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau Galactica veteran writer Robert Napton continues to tell the previously untold day of the early days of William Adama! The origins of Commander William Adama concludes here in this issue as we run up to the events of the SCI-FI mini-series that recreated Battlestar Galactica in such a memorable way! Jonathan Lau provides the interior art and cover. Cover price $3.50.

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Photo Cover. by Robert Napton & Jonathan Lau Galactica veteran writer Robert Napton continues to tell the previously untold day of the early days of William Adama! The origins of Commander William Adama concludes here in this issue as we run up to the events of the SCI-FI mini-series that recreated Battlestar Galactica in such a memorable way! Jonathan Lau provides the interior art. Cover price $3.50.

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Cover by Jackson Herbert. by Brandon Jerwa & Jackson Herbert Things are racing towards a dramatic conclusion as the events of the past 9 issues hurtle us towards what we now know as the 'Cylon Apocalypse' (as seen in the re-imagined mini-series) and the reasons for the decommissioning of the Galactica are about to be revealed! Cover price $2.99.

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Photo Cover featuring Sharon "Boomer" Valeri. by Brandon Jerwa & Jackson Herbert Things are racing towards a dramatic conclusion as the events of the past 9 issues hurtle us towards what we now know as the 'Cylon Apocalypse' (as seen in the re-imagined mini-series) and the reasons for the decommissioning of the Galactica are about to be revealed! Cover price $2.99.

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Art Cover by Jackson Herbert. by Brandon Jerwa & Jackson Herbert As we count down to the end of Season Zero, the untold backstory of the events leading up to the SCI-FI Channel Battlestar Galactica mini-series are set to explode! Written by Brandon Jerwa, with art by Jackson Herbert, who also provides the cover alongside a Galactica Photo Cover! Cover price $2.99.

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Photo Cover. by Brandon Jerwa & Jackson Herbert As we count down to the end of Season Zero, the untold backstory of the events leading up to the SCI-FI Channel Battlestar Galactica mini-series are set to explode! Written by Brandon Jerwa, with art by Jackson Herbert, who also provides the cover alongside a Galactica Photo Cover! Cover price $2.99.

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Issue 3440 - July 12th, 2008. Weekly Humor Magazine. 8.5-in. x 11.5-in., 28 pages, Color.

Volume 24 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Kentaro Miura.

Desperate to find a sanctuary where his lover, Casca, will be safe from the demons drawn to her Brand of Sacrifice, Guts the Black Swordsman pushes his motley band of followers onward towards fairy Puck's homeland, Elfhelm. With new allies who make their home in a mystically guarded woodland paradise, Guts' goal seems within reach, but danger lurks in the shadows of even the most dazzling utopias, and even fairy witchery may not protect the wondrous kingdom from an army of marauding, murderous trolls! Created by Kentaro Miura, Berserk is a runaway manga locomotive, a crashing colossus of teeth-rattling action, spine-chilling horror, and taboo-breaking humor that fires the boilers of its devoted devotees and just fires the rest. Ashes to ashes!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 208 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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

Cover price $13.95.

Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "Down Memory Lane," script by George Gladir, pencils by Pat Kennedy, inks by Jim Amash; While cleaning out her room, Betty reminisces about the memories attached to the items--memories of her losing Archie to Veronica every time. "The List," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Mike Esposito; Betty is dateless for the prom, so she tries to fill the time. "Copy This," script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; A disgruntled employee of Veronica's designer sells his designs to a mass market clothier, meaning Veronica's new fall wardrobe can be bought off the rack at common department stores. Archie & Friends and Sabrina DVD's ad. "The Best of Friends," pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Betty and Veronica have a spat, and Betty goes in search of a new best friend. "Romance Throughout History," script by George Gladir, pencils by Dan Parent, inks by Jon D'Agostino; An examination of how romance has evolved through the centuries and how it's stayed the same. "We Are Not Amused," script by Michael Gallagher, pencils by Dave Manak, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Salem uses magic to sabotage Gem's attempts to sabotage Sabrina and Harvey's amusement park outing. Plus other strips, pinups, and more. 100 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.49.

Canadian Edition. $2.99 cover price. Softcover digest, 4 7/8" x 6 5/8", 100 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

And the Winner Is...: Part 1 of 5 - by Dan Parent 'And the Winner Is...,' Part 1, the first part of a 5-part, interactive story where the readers decide the outcome! 2008 is an election year, and Archie Comics is no exception as we present a special election of our own - your chance to vote for Cheryl Blossom's new boyfriend! Ever since her return, Cheryl has been the bane of Betty and Veronica's existence, complicating their 'eternal love triangle' with Archie into an awkward quadrangle! Even though Cheryl has been seeing Reggie lately, the girls would love nothing more than to see Cheryl completely preoccupied with someone other than a Riverdale High hunk! They get their chance when Reggie takes a nonchalant attitude toward his relationship with Cheryl, prompting the red-headed vixen to seek a new boyfriend on the TV show, 'The Lonely Hearts Club!' Wait until you see the hot contestants vying for the title! Best yet, over the next few months readers will have a chance to both witness each date in this digest series and vote on who they think Cheryl should choose online at www.archiecomics.com! It's the Archie Comics event of the summer, and you don't want to miss it! Cover price $3.69.

By Dan Parent. It's a special 'Summy Fun' issue with those teen scene dreams, Betty & Veronica! When both the boys and the girls claim the same exact spot in the cove as their exclusive place to hang out, 'The Battle For Riverdale Cove' is on! They hold a multi-game contest to determine who has dibs. When they get to the 'treasure hunt' portion of the competition, imagine their surprise when they stumble upon a bag of coins and jewels! Will the two teams put aside their rivalry long enough to team-up and solve this mystery? Plus, special features including 'Betty & Veronica's Favorite Summer Things,' 'Top 10 Beach Tips,' 'Good Summer Fashions,' and more! Cover price $2.25.

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Created by: Deepak Chopra Written by: Ron Marz Art by: Edison George Cover by: Dean Ruben Hyrapiet Writer Ron Marz continues his adaptation of bestselling author Deepak Chopra's dimension-spanning tale. Still searching for his missing wife, Michael Morton encounters deadly bandits, vengeful police, a mysterious Indian mystic, and even armor-clad ancient warriors -- all pieces to the puzzle of his wife's fate. His quest ultimately will lead him past the borders of our reality and to realms far beyond. Cover price $2.99.

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Lego promotional title distributed by DC Comics (issues #1-11 are titled Bionicles Ignition). Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Tony Bedard Art by Nicola Scott & Doug Hazlewood Cover by Stephane Roux Misfit and Black Alice are kidnapped by denizens of the mysterious Dark Side Club...only to find out they may have a deeper connection - just as they must battle each other for survival! ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train Heartnet, also known as 'Black Cat,' was an infamous assassin for a secret organization called Chronos... until he abandoned that cold-blooded existence to live life on his own terms as an easygoing bounty hunter. But is Train's past as far behind him as he thinks? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. Story and art by Kentaro Yabuki. Train and the Sweeper Alliance make it to Creed's island hideout. However, the Apostles of the Stars are ready and waiting for them. Separated from the others, Eve must finally do battle on her own when confronted by Leon, the wind master. She has the powers she needs to win, but does she have the heart? Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $7.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Heart of Ice & First Blood!" Written by Ben Lichius. Art by Gabriel Hardman. Black Coat fans rejoice! New York City's revolutionary super spy is back with 2 all-new stories written by Black Coat co-creator Ben Lichius and featuring art by the incredible Gabriel Hardman (War Machine, X-Men, and Spider-Man 3 films). Packed with 52 pages of swashbuckling action and adventure! Softcover, 52 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $6.95.

Previews (PX) Exclusive - Volume 2 - 1st printing. Story and art by Osamu Tezuka. Black Jack is a mysterious and charismatic young genius surgeon who travels the world performing amazing and impossible medical feats. Though a trained physician, he refuses to accept a medical license due to his hatred and mistrust of the medical community's hypocrisy and corruption. Black Jack charges exorbitant fees for his services, the proceeds from which he uses to fund environmental projects and to aid victims of crime and corrupt capitalists. But because Black Jack keeps his true motives secret, his ethics are perceived as questionable and he is considered a selfish, uncaring devil. Black Jack is recognized as Osamu Tezuka's third most famous series, after Astro Boy and Kimba, the White Lion. The Black Jack series is told in short stories, and each volume contains 16-20 stories, each running approximately 20-24 pages in length. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 304 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $24.95.

1st Edition - 1st printing.

By Josiah Howard.

Dazzling, highly stylized, excessively violent, and brimming with sex, "Blaxploitation" films enjoyed a brief-yet-memorable moment in motion picture history.

Now, with its bevy of colorful, contemporary characters, irresistible soundtracks, and catchy titles, the genre has taken its rightful place among the entertainment industry's most influential films. This first appreciative look back at a distinctly American motion picture phenomenon details its history, films, trends, and far-reaching impact, covering more than 240 Blaxploitation films from 1970-1980 - from Aaron Loves Angela to The Zebra Killer!

Softcover, 240 pages, B&W.

Cover price $27.95.

Cover by Lads Helloven. by Matt Forbeck & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers face off against the hated Underworld Creepers, they discover a traitor within their midst, a teammate hired to kill their star player! The assassin soon learns a hard lesson that every Blood Bowl veteran knows by heart: Just wanting to kill someone on the pitch doesn't mean you can do it - even if he's on your team! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Focus home Interactive. by Matt Forbeck & Lads Helloven Welcome to the hyper-violent hilarity of Blood Bowl, the mini-series that puts the fantasy (as in elves, dwarves, orcs, and ogres) back into football! As the Bad Bay Hackers face off against the hated Underworld Creepers, they discover a traitor within their midst, a teammate hired to kill their star player! The assassin soon learns a hard lesson that every Blood Bowl veteran knows by heart: Just wanting to kill someone on the pitch doesn't mean you can do it - even if he's on your team! Cover price $3.99.