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  • #1, Printing 2B
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    First Kingdom (1974) #1, Printing 2B
    Published 1975 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    2nd printing. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Thomas N. Scortia. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. In a post-apocalyptic world, it is foretold that primitive tribesman Darkenmoor will found The First Kingdom, but not survive its rise. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: 2nd printings have a $1.00 cover price, and DO have an ad for issues 1-3 on interior back cover Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #1, 3rd Printing
    Published 1978 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    3rd printing. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Thomas N. Scortia. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. In a post-apocalyptic world, it is foretold that primitive tribesman Darkenmoor will found The First Kingdom, but not survive its rise. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: Third printing stated at end of indicia, has ad for first five issues on inside back cover. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #1, 4th Printing
    Published 1983 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    4th printing. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Thomas N. Scortia. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. In a post-apocalyptic world, it is foretold that primitive tribesman Darkenmoor will found The First Kingdom, but not survive its rise. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: 4th printings have a $1.75 cover price Cover price $1.75.

  • #2, 1st Printing
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    First Kingdom (1974) #2, 1st Printing
    Published 1975 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    1st printing. Book Two: Adieaum, The Bringer of Life. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Clay Geerdes. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Darkenmoor sets out to free his tribe from slavery, but first he must face the monster that hunts men. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: 1st printings do NOT have advertisements for future issues on interior back cover. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #2, 2nd Printing
    Published 1976 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    2nd printing. Book Two: Adieaum, The Bringer of Life. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Clay Geerdes. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Darkenmoor sets out to free his tribe from slavery, but first he must face the monster that hunts men. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: 2nd printings DO have advertisements for future issues on interior back cover, and state "2nd Printing" on interior front cover Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #2, 3rd Printing
    Published 1978 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    3rd printing. Book Two: Adieaum, The Bringer of Life. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Clay Geerdes. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Darkenmoor sets out to free his tribe from slavery, but first he must face the monster that hunts men. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS NOTE: 3rd printings state "3rd Printing" on interior front cover. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #3, 1st Printing
    Published 1975 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    1st Printing. Book Three: Never Shall Darkenmoor and Selowan Live as One. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Bill Blackbeard. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Darkenmoors enemies set out to keep him from Selowan, the goddess who loves him. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #3, 3rd Printing
    Published 1978 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    3rd Printing. Book Three: Never Shall Darkenmoor and Selowan Live as One. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Bill Blackbeard. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Darkenmoors enemies set out to keep him from Selowan, the goddess who loves him. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. MATURE READERS. NOTE: 3rd printings states "3rd Printing" on interior Front Cover, and has a "Bud Plant Inc." logo on Front Cover. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #4, 1st Printing
    Published 1976 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Book Four: The Birth of Tundran. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by George Clayton Johnson. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. As the city of Moorengan falls, Darkenmoors son Tundran is born, fated to lead The First Kingdom into the future. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

  • #4, 2nd Printing
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    First Kingdom (1974) #4, 2nd Printing
    Published 1976 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Includes all printings 2nd and up. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #5, 1st Printing
    Published 1976 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Book Five: Children of the Tamra. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Joe Gores. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The throne belongs to Tundran, but first he must survive an initiation in the wilderness, alone and unaided. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

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    First Kingdom (1974) #6, 1st Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Book Six: Only Mortals Can Create Gods. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Mark Evanier. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Tundran encounters the goddess Tedra, an old ally of his fathers. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

  • #6, 2nd Printing
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    First Kingdom (1974) #6, 2nd Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Includes all printings 2nd and up. Cover price $1.00.

  • #7, 1st Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #7, 1st Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #7, 1st Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Book Seven: The Galaxy Hunters. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Jim Steranko. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Humanity eyes the stars, but the gods dont think thats such a great idea, considering what happened last time. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

  • #7, 2nd Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #7, 2nd Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #7, 2nd Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Includes all printings 2nd and up. Cover price $1.75.

  • #8, 1st Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #8, 1st Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #8, 1st Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Book Eight: The Replicators of Man. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Milton Caniff. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Tundran must save the lovely Awan from an invading enemy tribe. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

  • #8, 2nd Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #8, 2nd Printing
    First Kingdom (1974) #8, 2nd Printing
    Published 1977 by Bud Plant, Inc..

    Includes all printings 2nd and up. Cover price $1.00.

  • Issue #9
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    Book Nine: Mutiny. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Jerry Siegel. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The goddess Terika faces execution on the sacrificial altar for the crimes she is accused of. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

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    Book Ten: The Eyetelectus: Preservers Of Humankind. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Jack Kirby. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Humanity encounters an unexpected ally from the stars; Tundran meets Fara and feels destiny calling. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 36 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.00.

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    Book Eleven: The Survivors. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Sergio Aragones. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. As they cross the seas together, the relationship between Tundran and Fara grows. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.25.

  • Issue #12
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    Book Twelve: To Create A Deity. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Bill Sherman. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Nator learns that Fara is still alive, and discovers her connection to Tundran. Also includes a glossary, map and character guide for new readers. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.25.

  • Issue #13
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    Book Thirteen: Vengeance! Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Russ Manning. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Nator, Fara and Tundran plan their escape from the Tor of the Lost. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.25.

  • Issue #14
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    Book Fourteen: Space Pirates! Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Shel Dorf. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The title says it all: space pirates! 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #15
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    Book Fifteen: Tundran Is Kenmoor. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Stan Lynde. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Tundran finally takes the throne of the kingdom, and perhaps more importantly, the wins the hand of Fara. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.50.

  • Issue #16
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    Book Sixteen: The Creation Of The Merets. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Howard Zimmerman. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Tundran creates a blissful existence with Fara, but he still wants more: Moorengan. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.50.

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    Book Seventeen: The Teleports. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Frank Kelly Freas. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Tundran and his forces launch their assault on Moorengan. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #18
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    Having reached the outer walls that encircle the lands of Moorengan, Tundran and his allies plan to dethrone his malevolent uncle, Vargran, and will let nothing stand in their way. Tundran swears that his uncle's brutalities on his fathers people will be brought to an end. Story and art by Jack Katz. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #19
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    Book Nineteen: Attlatus. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Alex Toth. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. In the midst of battle, Tundran fears he may have lost Fara forever. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

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    Book Twenty: Queltar. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Leigh Weimers. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. A mysterious figure saves Tundran and Fara from an ambush. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #21
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    Book Twenty-One: The Origin. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Harvey L. Myman. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The alien benefactor tells Tundran and Fara how humanity can escape its endless cycle of violence. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #22
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    Book Twenty-Two: The Test. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Larry Ivie. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The enlightened faction of humanity stands to lose everything because of impulsive violence. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #23
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    Book Twenty-Three: The Choice. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Foreword by Will Eisner. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. Humanity faces its ultimate choice: petty territorialism, or a life of peace among the stars. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.

  • Issue #24
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    Book Twenty-Four: Migration. Story, art and cover by Jack Katz. Katzs legendary science-fantasy saga is one of the first independent comics, and a work unlike any other. The descendants of humanity face their final destiny in the far future. Final issue of this epic series. 8 1/2 in. x 11 in., 32 pages, B&W. Mature readers. Cover price $1.75.