Comic books February 1999

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Volume 6 - 1st printing. "War in the Sun!" Collects Preacher (1995-2000) #34-40 and Preacher Special One Man's War (1998).

Written by Garth Ennis. Art by Steve Dillon and Peter Snejbjerg. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry.

The story of Preacher Jesse Custer's ultimate battle with the Saint of Killers and the forces of Starr - and the catastrophic outcome - is collected in this exciting trade paperback. Also included is the Preacher Special: One Man's War one-shot profiling the villainous Starr.

Softcover, 240 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $14.95.

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199902 - 2-page preview of Heart of Empire; 2-page preview of Madman Comics; 2-page preview of Tom Strong; Devin Grayson interview on Black Widow; Louise Simonson interview on Galactus the Devourer; 'interview' with Princess Adastra; 2-page promo for Dawn: The Return of the Goddess. Flip covers: Tom Strong by Alex Ross; The Dakness/Batman by Marc Silvestri. $2.95 cover price. Cover price $2.95.

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Everything comes full circle as the terrifying truth of the Punisher's past is revealed, the final battle with Oliver is at hand and--before it's all over--Hell itself comes to Earth! Frank Castle finally knows the real story behind the events that led to his family's murder--and now he must pay the price for his years as the Punisher! Plus: special cameos by the two most powerful characters in the dark corners of the Marvel Universe! Written by Christopher Golden and Tom Sniegoski. Art by Bernie Wrightson and Jimmy Palmiotti. Painted cover by Bernie Wrightson and Joe Jusko. Cover price $2.99.

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Cover art by Al Rio. Karmilla!, script by David Quinn, art by Al Rio; Purgatori captures the assassin, Karmilla, but finds that she is very hard to kill; Believing that Rath sent Karmilla to do away with her, Purgatori heads off to confront her old master; Satrina gives Karmilla the sword, Spine of Eden, to battle Purgatori; She uses it to try and kill the vampiress but finds, in turn, that Purgatori is also very hard to kill. 36 pgs. $2.95. Cover price $2.95.

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This issue: Dragon Slayers by Patrick Weekes; Terri Windling - Myth Lives; Knight's Eternal Curse by Darrell Schweitzer; The Crow Returns; Plus - The Latest in Fantasy Gaming. Cover by Boris Vallejo. Cover price $3.99.

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Ochi Cover price $2.95.

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"And the Last Shall Be First" (script by Kris Oprisko, pencils by Lee Bermejo, inks by John Tighe), "Emmy's Bloody Spoon" (script by Ted Adams, pencils by Ryan Odagawa, inks by Tighe), and "Kane & Abe" (script by Adams, pencils by Carlos D'Anda, inks by Mark Irwin). Cover price $4.95.

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Cover art by Butch Guice. Cape Fear: Episode 3. starring Mitch Shelly (Resurrection Man), Major Force, and the JLA, script by Dan Abentt and Andy Lanning, pencils by Butch Guice, inks by Marlo Alquiza; Mitch assists the Justice League in battling Major Force. 32 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Cover by Jason Pearson. The Killer!, script by Chuck Dixon, art by Staz Johnson and Stan Woch; Robin seeks advice from Nightwing and Oracle about finding Philmont's killer; he sees Stephanie Brown in his school and fears that his identity will be revealed. 36 pgs., full color. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Henry Scarpelli. "Presidential Problems," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina is running for junior class president. Ambrose, as her self-appointed campaign manager, ends up causing her more trouble than she bargained for. "A Clash in Fashions," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Rudy Lapick; Hilda has some accessories to match Sabrina's new hair color. "New Year's Wishes," script by Bill Golliher, pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jon D'Agostino; Sabrina learns that on New Year's Eve her power will automatically grant three wishes before midnight, but only to the person who is her true love. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.75.

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The Official Magazine of the Sci-Fi Channel. The X-Files Glen Larson, Matt Frewer, Virus, Deep Space 9, Martal Kombat, and more. 8-in. x 10-7/8 in.; full color; 76 slick pages. Cover price $3.99.

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Dangerous Love: Part 5 of 7 – Story and art by Masakazu Katsura. Aimi is ecstatic after she learns that Bright's obsessive attitude toward Shadow Lady was not because he had any sort of hatred toward her. Further, the only reason that he came to Gray City was to see her pay for her crimes and set her on the path of justice. But her happiness soon fades when she realizes that Bright's affections are for Shadow Lady and not the timid girl behind the magical make-up . . 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

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Regular edition. NOT glow-in-the-dark. "Rebirth" - This month, Shadowman unveils its brand-new creative team! Writer Serge Clermont -- Voodoo aficionado and former New Orleans resident -- is going to send Shadowman in search of his final destiny and explore his powers to the fullest! Exciting new pencilling discovery Klayton Krain adds his unique brand of horrific storytelling! Having captured Shadowman, the coven that made him rips the Mask of Shadows right out of his chest! But he's far from helpless, and to the coven's dismay, Shadowman unleashes a beast he never knew he had! With his newfound power, Shadowman goes hunting for some answers...and payback. In the midst of this struggle, Mama Nettie gets her final justice! Written by Serge Clermont, with art by Klayton Krain and Temujin. Note: No longer a mature readers title. FC, 32 pgs. Cover price $2.50.

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The Magazine of Horror Entertainment. In this issue: From Buffy the Vampire Slayer to The Faculty, meet the heroes and villains who are the Boys of Horror; The Hills Have Eyes - revisit Wes Craven's first horror hit; Pi - what are the secrets of this bizarre new film?; Horror on the Web - a look at what's best on the horror websites; Mummy's the word - a quartet of new Mummy films coming to the screen in 1999. Plus reviews and more. 54 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

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Cover art by Bill Morrison. Simpsons story; Imagine a fantastical world where all your brand name dreams come true or where you can take an exciting boat ride on a fizzy cherry soda river; welcome to the Krusty brand Fun Factory; Bart and Homer will do anything to get into the magical, mystical, high-tech automated plant where Krusty the Clown churns out his sensational cream pies and diet pork juice; But a mysterious presence that wreaks havoc on child and chaperone convinces Bart and Homer they won't escape the Krusty Brand Deathtrap. The Day the Nagging Stopped, script by Ian Boothby, pencils by Julius Preite, inks by Tim Harkins. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Spider-Man gets ever closer to cornering his costumed copycats--which results in a haywire chase high above the streets of New York City! Meanwhile, believing his other recruits to be dead, the mentor of the Slingers reveals everything to Prodigy--including his origin, abilities and his scheme to have them immortalized! Written by Joseph Harris. Art by ChrisCross, Rob Stull, Don Hillsman and Mark Morales. Cover by ChrisCross and Rob Stull. Cover price $1.99.

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Direct Edition. Written by Todd McFarlane and Brian Holguin. Art and cover by Greg Capullo and Danny Miki. "The Cleansing!" With Spawns help, Sam and Twitch surmise that Dr. Sarah Frost is the serial killer of the alley inhabitants. Spawn confronts her and witnesses her suicide by pesticides, a victim of her own phobia. But when Sam examines Dr. Frosts body, he finds that now familiar symbol branded on her neck… Later, Sam and Twitch receive a cardboard box with a head in it and a cryptic message written on their office wall. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This issue is dedicated to Amy Gittleman. Cover price $1.95.

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Newsstand Edition. Written by Todd McFarlane and Brian Holguin. Art and cover by Greg Capullo and Danny Miki. "The Cleansing!" With Spawns help, Sam and Twitch surmise that Dr. Sarah Frost is the serial killer of the alley inhabitants. Spawn confronts her and witnesses her suicide by pesticides, a victim of her own phobia. But when Sam examines Dr. Frosts body, he finds that now familiar symbol branded on her neck… Later, Sam and Twitch receive a cardboard box with a head in it and a cryptic message written on their office wall. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: This issue is dedicated to Amy Gittleman. Cover price $1.95.

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Volume 21 - 1st printing. "Hordes of the Red Butcher!" Written by Norvell Page (as Grant Stockbridge). Art by John Fleming Gould. Painted cover by John Newton Howitt. Blood flows in the hills of Kentucky as the Spider battles an army of subhuman killers! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). NOTE: Limited to 1,000 copies. Cover price $10.00.

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Cover pencils by Pat Olliffe, inks by Al Williamson. A Touch of Venom starring Spider-Girl, script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Pat Olliffe, inks by Al Williamson; The Venom symbiote escapes and possesses Peter Parker, and Spider-Girl must defeat him. 36 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

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Cover art by John Byrne. Let's Meet the Ever-Amazing Spider-Man! character bio page. Doubt starring Spider-Man, script and art by John Byrne; Spider-Man is assailed by doubts following his defeat by Dr. Octopus; meanwhile, Dr. Doom captures an ersatz web-head. 38 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Cover pencils by Billy Tan, inks by D-Tron. Untitled story, script by Billy Tan (Plot) and D-Tron (Plot; Script), pencils by Billy Tan, inks by Team Tron [D-Tron; Jeff De Los Santos; Andy Kim], Joanna Grace (Assistant), and Viet Truong (Assistant); Disciple and the Moiri Clan battle Lord Hunter and the Tao Hunters in Antarctica; As Mary tries to clean up the ruins of San Francisco, she learns that she failed in killing the Tao Dragon formed by Jasmine and Lance; Lang brings the kids before the Jaikap Clan Grandmaster who decides that Jasmine is too uncontrollable to possess the Spirit of the Tao and orders her killed; Lang refuses to allow her to be executed, however, and they make their escape; Angry at recent events, Jasmine decides to become the protector of Mother Earth by destroying humanity and leaves Lance and Lang behind. 36 pgs., full color. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

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Prelude to Rebellion: Part 3 of 6 – Written by Jan Strnad. Art by Anthony Winn and Robert Jones. As Ki-Adi-Mundi gets closer to the truth of who is seeking to destabilize his homeworld, and why, he comes closer and closer to his own doom, and only the dimly remembered teachings of his diminutive Jedi Master can save him! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by John Wagner. Art by Ian Gibson. Cover by Ken Kelly. As Boba Fett hones in on his quarry, he is followed by Darth Vader's hired goons, but the Dark Lord trusts no one in this particular endeavor, nor does he expect any of them to walk away once the prize is his. But Boba Fett knows the craft of tracking, and he also knows that if Vader wants something this badly, it must be very precious indeed! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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Written by Mike Richardson and Randy Stradley. Art by Paul Gulacy and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Dave Dorman. The pieces of the mystery are slowly coming together as Kir Kanos races towards the Zanibar homeworld, Xo, in an attempt to save Mirith Sinn from a fate worse than death. But will he be in time? Will personal animosities between the two be too great? Meanwhile, Grappa the Hutt finds himself in an awkward situation, with the heat of the Black Sun starting to make him sweat. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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Star Wars articles, games, and comics designed for kids. 8.25-in. x 10.75-in.; full color; 52 pages. Cover price $3.95.

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Written by Darko Macan. Art and cover by Dave Gibbons. With the destruction of the Death Star, the Rebel Alliance has struck a critical blow against the forces of the evil Emperor Palpatine. And with the Senate dissolved and the Empire's main tool of domination reduced to space dust, thousands of systems have joined their voices against the Empire. After Darth Vader's narrow escape from the doomed Death Star, the dark lord is consumed with a desire to find the identity of the Force-strong young pilot, who had fired the fatal shot. For the young pilot represents the strength and tenacity of this newly galvanized Rebel Alliance, and perhaps, for Vader, he represents much, much more . . . 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing. "Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron - Requiem for a Rogue!" Collects Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron (1995-1998) #17-20 and #1/2. Written by Michael Stackpole, Jan Strnad, Mike W. Barr. Art by Gary Erskine. Cover by John K. Snyder III. It should be an easy mission for Rogue Squadron -- a simple search-and-rescue of a group of castaways forced down to Malrev 4. But when they reach the backwater planet, the Rogues find themselves attacked by the bestial Irrukiine and then by the Bothans themselves. There's something strange going down on Malrev 4. Softcover, 112 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

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Babylon 5 farewell; Batman Beyond - meet tomorrow's knight; will Virus ravage theatres?; Star Trek's Marina Sirtis - life, love & Insurrection; Mighty Joe Young - how Rick Baker created the great ape; Wayne Barlowe's spectacular fantasy worlds. Babylon 5 cast cover. Cover price $4.99.

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Special, extra-sized anniversary issue! Cover by Tony Harris. Lighting the Way: Then, Now and Yet to Be!, script by James Robinson and David Goyer, art by Peter Snejbjerg, Keith Champagne, and Wade von Grawbadger; The two Starmen--Jack and Mikaal--encounter the 30th Century's Legion of Super-Heroes; Teaming up with Legionnaire Star Boy, our heroes finally learn the secrets of Mikaal's cosmic origin, and the fate of Jack's immortal friend, the Shade!; "Stars My Destination" part 3. 48 pgs. $3.95. Cover price $3.95.

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Years to Go - Story, Art and Cover by Terry Moore. David takes loving care of Katchoo after she makes herself sick following Francine's departure. Francine arrives at her mom's home and sleeps for two days before rejoining the world. Casey finds one of Katchoo's paintings of Francine in her living room, becomes angry and goes to David and Katchoo's apartment to tell them. Looking for comfort from David, Casey tackles him into a couch and tries to make out with him when Katchoo appears in the room. Characters in this issue: Katchoo; Francine; David; Casey Femur; Marie Peters; Aunt Libby; Uncle Maury. 24 pages, B&W. (Note: Part 6 of Sanctuary.) Cover price $2.75.

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Volume 6 - 1st printing. "High School!" Collects Strangers in Paradise (1996 Image/Homage) #13-16.

Story and art by Terry Moore.

This book collects the highly acclaimed 'High School' story arc, plus a bonus story, Princess Warrior!' That's right, two of Abstract Studio's most popular stories, together in one affordable book! 'High School' is a 3-part mini-arc featuring Katchoo and Francine as teenagers in school who, although they are complete opposites, find a common bond in the one thing neither has, friendship.

The bonus story, 'Princess Warrior,' was Abstract Studio's most popular single issue ever and immediately sold out upon release. Francine is the Princess Warrior, Katchoo the reluctant sidekick, and David the love struck bard who wants to join in on the fun.

Softcover, 88 pages, B&W. Mature Readers

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Written by Mark Schultz and Michael Ryan. Art by Roger Petersen. Cover by Mark Schultz. The end is coming, as Krill Stromer and her StormForce 10 race to the Antarctic Ocean in a last-ditch effort to stop Senator Malcolm Kenneally from loosing the unspeakable horror of the Urschlime on the world. Join the team, as they face their trial by fire, and Krill, as she returns full circle to meet her inescapable destiny, in a nightmarish sea beneath the sea! Batten the hatches! SubHuman concludes its inaugural miniseries in a typhoon of relentless action and adventure! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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"Mission to Krypton!" Guest-starring Superman and the Guardian. Story by Karl Kesel. Art by Dusty Abell and Dexter Vines. Don't miss Superboy's amazing eye-opening journey to Krypton! At long last, the Teen of Steel learns his true Kryptonian name. Cover price $1.99.

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Cover pencils by Leonard Kirk, inks by Robin Riggs. Small Change, script by Peter David, pencils by Leonard Kirk, inks by Robin Riggs; With a little help from a mysterious figure, Supergirl manages to save Twilight and return to Earth, but Twilight escapes. 40 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

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"Clark Kent No More!" Humorous cameos by Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Elongated Man, and Captain Atom. Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Georges Jeanty and Joe Rubinstein. Superman makes a big decision that could change his life forever. When an entire world needs saving, there's no room in his life for Clark Kent. Plus, Outburst makes the scene. Cover price $1.99.

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"How to be a Super-Hero" featuring Six-Pack from Hitman by Garth Ennis with art by Nelson Dicastro Cover price $4.95.

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Cover pencils by Rick Burchett, inks by Terry Austin. Jimmy Olsen Versus Darkseid, script by Mark Millar, pencils by Mike Manley, inks by Terry Austin; Superman must battle Kalibak and Darkseid on Apokolips--but his mind has been switched with Jimmy's, leaving him in the wrong body! Based on the WB cartoon series. 36 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

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Elseworlds. From the Whirly-Bat (!) to an emphasis on "relevance," this issue evokes the comics of 1959 and 1969 as the world continues to be transformed by the presence of Superman and Batman. The heroes find their lives changing in new and surprising directions as they battle monsters, robots and a cute little fella named...Bat-Mite? Written, drawn and cover by John Byrne. FC, 48 pg. Prestige Format. Cover price $4.95.

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On the Job! - Written by Louise Simonson. Art and Cover by Scot Eaton & Dennis Janke. Superman's dreams of disasters keep coming true! As the Man of Steel stretches his powers to the limit to save lives around the globe, he begins to fear that there's no time for the private life he so deeply treasures. Can he keep up the pace as he fights terrorists, mudslides and more? And what is the source of his prophetic dreams? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.99.