Comic books December 1996

Created, written, and drawn by Ethan Van Sciver (artist for Green Lantern Rebirth, Green Lantern The Sinestro Corps War and Flash Rebirth). Cover price $2.95.

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Cover pencils by Karl Kerschl, inks by Greg Adams. Front Page, script by Paul Grist, pencils by Karl Kerschl, inks by Greg Adams; Ben Urich discovers that Morgan Hall is trying to form a crime syndicate and flees after being discovered; Ben and Angela Yin are chased by thugs for their pictures of the events; They discover that they've photographed Congressman Henry Adams cavorting with Susie Dawn, and Hall wants the pictures so he can blackmail Adams; The Daily Bugle runs the story and Adams confesses. Peter Parker saves Betty from being shot and they witness the murder of Jimmy Fude. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $1.95.

Cover art by Cary Nord. The Devil You Know!, script by Karl Kesel, pencils by Larry Hama (layouts) and Cary Nord, inks by Matt Ryan; While DD swings through the night fighting crime, Karen talks to the people of New York on her new late night radio show about Daredevil's place as a hero in a post-Onslaught world. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

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Cover by Scott Musgrove. DHP continues in its mission of bringing in the greatest talent and the most original stories! Hilarious tales let the hot air out of the superhero genre! In Gordon Rennie and Roger Langridge's "Dr. Spin," the intrepid Master of the Improbable is called out of his retirement to battle the chaos that is destroying comic-book continuity everywhere! Bill Mumy, Miguel Ferrer, and Steve Leialoha give us "Trypto the Acid Dog." Trypto is "Lost in Space," and has a close encounter with some curious aliens. Unfortunately for them, Trypto isn't like other dogs! Of course, neither is "Fat Dog Mendoza," Scott Musgrove's superhero supreme. Fat Dog and The Whoosh are trying to get away for the weekend, but they discover that wherever you go, there'll always be sheep. This issue features an all-new Fat Dog cover by Mr. Musgrove himself! B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Variant blue cover. Cover pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt). "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Dynamic Forces limited edition signed by Garth Ennis and Batt. Limited to 750 copies. Variant blue cover. Cover pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt). "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

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Variant black cover by Marc Sylvestri. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Dynamic Forces Signed Edition - Signed by Marc Silvestri and Batt - Limited to 750 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

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Platinum Edition. Silver Foil Title. Cover by Marc Sylvestri. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Convention Exclusive Limited Edition, numbered out of 100, though front says "Convention Exclusive Limited 500." Sketch cover art. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

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Top Cow Fan Club Edition. "Coming Of Age," script by Garth Ennis, pencils by Marc Silvestri, inks by Matt Banning (as Batt); In New York City, Jackie Estacado is introduced as he stalks an undisclosed person for his "Uncle" Frankie Franchetti; The pair suspect that this man has been cheating the Franchetti Crime Family and decide on a whim that he would be better off dead; Jackie crushes the man with his sports car and shoots him several until he's dead; The Brotherhood of Darkness and a group of Angelus' warriors attack Jackie. "I Hope You've Enjoyed The Darkness" article by Marc Silvestri, pencils by Silvestri; Silvestri describes the making of the series. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $4.95.

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Marvel Comics and DC Comics recapture the magic of the hit crossover miniseries DC Versus Marvel with this astonishing sequel miniseries. Young Axel Asher--also known as Access--is the living key to the door between the DC and Marvel Universes! He believed the crossover crisis was over. But when mutants and metahumans mysteriously begin appearing in the wrong reality, Access must act quickly before prolonged contact recreates the bizarre fusion reality known as the Amalgam Universe! Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, Daredevil, the JLA, the X-Men, and others are all on hand as a mysterious power with sinister motives brings together the best of both worlds! Written by Ron Marz. Art and cover by Jackson Guice and Joe Rubinstein. FC, 48 pg. Miraweb Format. Cover price $2.95.

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"Rocket Scientist!" Story by Chuck Dixon. Art by Graham Nolan and Tom Palmer. A small time hood's fumbling exploits are legendary in the Gotham underworld. When he gets another chance to correct his life will he do what is right or will he end up right back where he started...jail. Cover price $1.95.

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Disney Comic Hits takes the most popular characters of the Magic Kingdom's smash animated films and brings them to life for the next generation of Mouseketeers with all new stories. Toys Alone, script by Jack Enyart, pencils by Matt Maley, inks by Loretta Krol; The toys foil a home invasion by Lenny the Lug, the notorious burglar. Bubble, Bubble, Toys in Trouble, script by Jack Enyart, pencils by Matt Maley, inks by Loretta Krol; When Andy gets his bedspread all muddy he tries to wash it himself, but the washing machine overflows, which puts Buzz and Woody in danger. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Winter 1996. Disney movies, theme parks, toys... in short, everything Disney-related. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 92 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

Regular edition. B&W with color cover. Cover price $3.00.

Mature Readers. Avatar Signed edition with certificate of authenticity and red foil authentic logo. Signed by Trevlin Utz and limited to 500 copies. Cover price $3.00.

Vol.21 #6 December 1996 Cover price $4.95.

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Cover art by Dave McKean. The Lost Boy, Part Four, script by Peter Hogan, pencils by Steve Parkhouse, inks by Dick Giordano; Mad Hettie returns Jenkins to his own time with the help of the Faerie. Steve Dillon discusses "Preacher Month" at Vertigo. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Story by Jenni Gregory and Barry Gregory. Art and cover by Jenni Gregory. The return of Karen Brinson, who can enter other peoples dreams, and who debuted in the self-published 1995 Dreamwalker series. Mrs. Tobias agrees to teach Karen how to use the Dreamwalker talent; the origin of the Dreamwalker power is revealed; Karens boss is abducted. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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Cover pencils by Michael Lopez, inks by Troy Hubbs. Neighborhood Threat, script by Warren Ellis, pencils by Michael Lopez, inks by Troy Hubbs; Evo and Frostbite look for drugs; They meet Memorie, a young drug-addict, who tries to explain to them why drug is not good, and why she is a drug addict. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Jennifer King with art by Bobby Diaz. B&W, 28 pages, standard paper stock. Cover price $2.50.

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Cover art by Mike Deodato Jr. Fathers Day, script by Peter Milligan, art by Mike Deodato Jr.; Elektra vs. Bullseye—Round Two!; It's the rematch of the century as the beautiful assassin comes face-to-face with her nemesis, the cold-blooded killer known as Bullseye!; He murdered her once; can he do it again?!; This match ends in someone's sudden death! Interview with Terry Kavanagh. Interview with Roger Cruz, with art by Cruz. 44 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

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Cover art by Wendy Pini. Dreamtime Part 4, script and art by Wendy Pini; Venka's dream. Wavedancers Gallery, script by Richard Pini and Kathryn Bollinger, art by Craig Taillefer. Elflord promo, script by Barry Blair and Colin Chan, pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Colin Chan. Part 7, script by Richard Pini, pencils by Barry Blair, inks by Colin Chan. Part 7, script by Joellyn Auklandus, art by Steve Blevins; Angrif, the son of the Djunn, discovers the den of the Elves. 68 pgs., $4.95. Cover price $4.95.

Elvira's getting into the holiday spirit in a big way--by taking over for a stressed-out Santa Claus! Wait'll you see her bringing cheer to such unlikely candidates as Rosalind Wyck, Spooky Suzie, and even Skelloween. It's all in "Jingle Bell Shock," and is pleasingly gift-wrapped with a lovely color photo of Elvira herself. By Frank Strom, Tom Simonton and Louis Lachance. B&W, 32 pg. Cover price $2.50.

NC-17 Edition. Contains original story in B&W instead of color and features a 5-page stripping scene that was deleted from the original. Written by Everette Hartsoe with art by Rick Lyon. Cover by Steven Sandoval B&W, 32 pages, slick paper stock. Mature readers. Cover price $5.00.

The Magazine for Men. In this issue: Stallone Meets Susan Faludi...and the subject is...Dopey Action Heroes, Real Manhood, the Woman Inside Us All, and What to Do with 30 Pounds of Ugly Flab. Plus: Spin, You Sinners. And: Tupac Speaks. Cover features Sylvester Stallone. Cover price $3.00.

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Reprints Sandman 5. Cover art by Dave McKean. Passengers, script by Neil Gaiman, pencils by Sam Kieth, inks by Malcolm Jones III; Morpheus visits the JLA to find out where his ruby is. Promo for Preacher Month retail products. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

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Cover by Tom Yeates. Swamped, script by Alan Moore, pencils by Stephen R. Bissette, inks by John Totleben; Something is wrong with the Swamp Thing and the only one that may be able to help is the notorious Floronic Man?! Reprints Alan Moore's Swamp Thing #22 in B&W. 28 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

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Youth Gone Wild encore presentation Cover price $1.95.

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Part 1 of 2 - "Buried Secret!" Story by John Arcudi and James Felder. Art by Bryan Hitch, Scott Koblish and Rob Haynes. Kitty sets out to find out once and for all whether or not Douglock is in fact her friend returned. Plus, an enemy from the past strikes! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.

1st printing. Story, art and cover by Peter Kuper. Peter Kuper's wordless comics strip Eye of the Beholder has the distinction of being the first (and only) comic strip ever to run in The New York Times. Each visually ironic strip presents four images of city life, followed by a fifth that puts the others into a new context, resulting in both a dark joke and a telling commentary on the contradictions of the modern world. Softcover, 8-in. x 8-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $8.95.

Features in this issue include: Boris Karloff interview; Phyllis Diller; Houdini; and more. Karloff cover by Cagney. Cover price $4.95.

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Heroes Reborn. Guest-starring the Sub-Mariner. Story by Jim Lee and Brandon Choi. Art by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. Richards has become the elastic Mr. Fantastic, Johnny the fiery Human Torch, Susan the Invisible Woman, and Ben the rocky strong guy known as the Thing. An unbelievable side effect of the quartets fateful space flight is that they've been endowed with amazing abilities. It's a lucky thing too, because they're going to need these powers to survive in the domain of the Mole Man. Cover price $1.95.

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Volume 49 - Number 12, December 1996. Pulp magazine devoted to exploring the paranormal. Articles and Stories. Softcover, 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 80 page, Text (with B&W Illustrations and Photos.) Cover price $3.50.

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Volume 5 - #6 - December 1996. Julie Strain's X-Files. Plus: Roger Corman's Showtime, Borg Queen Alice Krige, looking for Connie Conehead, pulp vixen Darcy DeMoss, Laurene Landon, Vampfire. Cover features Julie Strain, erotic multi-media icon, photographed by comic mogul mate Kevin Eastman. Cover price $5.95.

Written by Buronson. Art by Tetsuo Hara. Part Four begins with a battle between the two martial arts styles that were never meant to fight against each other! Will Iris and Mamia really be set free if the Fist of the North Star and the Fist of the Southern Cross fight each other to the death? Just long enough to weep over their broken bodies, apparently! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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"Presidential Race Chapter One: Circular Logic." Wally distrusts a right-wing presidential candidate, who he saves from an assassin. Explosive tops begin appearing and, naturally, Wally suspects The Top. Script by Mark Waid and Brian Augustyn, pencils by Paul Ryan, inks by John Nyberg. Cover art by Mike Wieringo and Jose Marzan, Jr. Cover price $1.75.

1st printing. Collects Flash (1987-2006 2nd Series) #74-79. Written by Mark Waid. Art by Greg La Rocque, Sal Velluto, and Roy Richardson. The now-classic story of Barry Allen's miraculous return - and the incredible secret behind it - is collected into one fast-paced volume! Also featured are the Golden Age Flash, Johnny Quick, and Max Mercury! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.