Comic books April 2001

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cover by erik larsen/klaus janson erik larsen & kurt busiek/erik larsen/klaus janson The Hulk! Namor! Silver Surfer! Dr. Strange! Why have Marvel's most powerful malcontents formed a team? Tempers flare and fists fly as The Defenders learn the truth about what's brought them together! Plus: a long-time ally returns in a most unexpected way! Cover price $2.25.

Cover by Arthur Adams. erik larsen & kurt busiek/erik larsen/klaus janson The Hulk! Namor! Silver Surfer! Dr. Strange! Why have Marvel's most powerful malcontents formed a team? Tempers flare and fists fly as The Defenders learn the truth about what's brought them together! Plus: a long-time ally returns in a most unexpected way! Cover price $2.25.

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Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $89.00 View scans Paper: White Slab: Debris trapped between case and inner well Label #21-242B326-010 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

WRITTEN BY GREG RUCKA AND JORDAN B. GORFINKEL;ART BY SHAWN MARTINBROUGH, JEFF JOHNSON, STEVE MITCHELL, AND DAN PANOSIAN;COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON. Following the events of "Officer Down," a party is held as cops and Gotham's elite ? including Two-Face ? turn out to say farewell to one of Gotham's finest! But how can Bruce Wayne slip away and become Batman in order to stop Two-Face, when he can't seem to ditch his ever-present bodyguard, Sasha Bordeaux? Plus, Chapter 10 of "The Jacobian." FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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Cover pencils by Bill Wray. Journey to the Center of Dee-Dee, script by Jennifer Moore and Sean Carolan, pencils by John Delaney, inks by Jeff Albrecht; a miniature Mandark invades Dee-Dee. Auction Action, script by John Rozum, pencils by Matt Jenkins, inks by Jeff Albrecht; disappointed Dexter loses a dinosaur at auction. Based on the Cartoon Network TV show. 36 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

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(W) Chris Dows & Colin Clayton (P) Laurence Campbell (I) Larry Shupet (C)Jon Proctor It has been said that Magic is a science, one that we do not yet understand. But there are those who cross the plane of our reality and the mystical plane where magic can be used like any other science. And within these realms exist forces for both good and evil one protects while the other seeks to destroy our reality. The Disciples are the border guards of our existence and of a plane never before realized-until now! NOTE: This first issue features a wrap around cover!** Recommended to readers and fans of the Invisibles, Hellblazer, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the Matrix and the X-Files. FC32 pp Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing. By Darby Conley. Get Fuzzy makes the fur fly. This freshly amusing strip is a darling among readers who enjoy pets with an attitude. This wry cartoon features Rob Wilco, a mild-mannered ad guy who's guardian to two rambunctious pets: Bucky, a temperamental cat who carries a boom box and goes on spending sprees, and Satchel, a gentle canine who tries to remain neutral even when he bears the brunt of Bucky's mischief. Together, this unlikely trio hangs out together, watching TV, cooking for friends, and attempting the occasional adventure outside. Anyone who has a pet or even knows one will find this Get Fuzzy collection, The Dog is Not a Toy, an astutely witty take on relationships between the species. Softcover, 8-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $10.99.

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Randy Green Cover. (A) Randy Green (S) Randy Green and Thomas Sniegoski (I) Rick Ketcham (Color) David Stewart Man or machine? Alive or animated? Conscious or construct? Little is known about the Dollz, and even less is known about their creator, the enigmatic Dollmaker. But to the powerful, pleasure-seeking elite, the Dollz are the ultimate symbol of status and wealth. In this near-future fable, "Toy Story" meets "Blade Runner," and fantasy becomes reality in a hedonistic world being consumed by its own hunger for carnal pleasure and power. Playtime is over, but the fun is just beginning! NOTE: This book ships with four covers. Cover price $2.95.

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Mike Wieringo Cover. (A) Randy Green (S) Randy Green and Thomas Sniegoski (I) Rick Ketcham (Color) David Stewart Man or machine?Alive or animated? Conscious or construct? Little is known about the Dollz, and even less is known about their creator, the enigmatic Dollmaker. But to the powerful, pleasure-seeking elite, the Dollz are the ultimate symbol of status and wealth. In this near-future fable, "Toy Story" meets "Blade Runner," and fantasy becomes reality in a hedonistic world being consumed by its own hunger for carnal pleasure and power. Playtime is over, but the fun is just beginning! NOTE: This book ships with four covers. Cover price $2.95.

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Keron Grant Cover. (A) Randy Green (S) Randy Green and Thomas Sniegoski (I) Rick Ketcham (Color) David Stewart Man or machine?Alive or animated? Conscious or construct? Little is known about the Dollz, and even less is known about their creator, the enigmatic Dollmaker. But to the powerful, pleasure-seeking elite, the Dollz are the ultimate symbol of status and wealth. In this near-future fable, "Toy Story" meets "Blade Runner," and fantasy becomes reality in a hedonistic world being consumed by its own hunger for carnal pleasure and power. Playtime is over, but the fun is just beginning! NOTE: This book ships with four covers. Cover price $2.95.

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Ale Garza Cover. (A) Randy Green (S) Randy Green and Thomas Sniegoski (I) Rick Ketcham (Color) David Stewart Man or machine?Alive or animated? Conscious or construct? Little is known about the Dollz, and even less is known about their creator, the enigmatic Dollmaker. But to the powerful, pleasure-seeking elite, the Dollz are the ultimate symbol of status and wealth. In this near-future fable, "Toy Story" meets "Blade Runner," and fantasy becomes reality in a hedonistic world being consumed by its own hunger for carnal pleasure and power. Playtime is over, but the fun is just beginning! NOTE: This book ships with four covers. Cover price $2.95.

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Dynamic Forces Exclusive Wizard World Authentic Edition with Certificate of authenticity and limited to 2,500 copies.

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Dynamic Forces/Wizard World Authentic Blue Foil Edition limited to 999 copies with Certificate of Authenticity.

Dynamic Forces Gold Foil Edition - Limited to 1000 copies. Includes certificate of authenticity.

Dynamic Forces/Wizard World Authentic Red Foil Edition limited to 999 copies with Certificate of Authenticity.

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starring CODEFLESH (W) Joe Casey (A/C) Charlie Adlard (L) Comicraft What do you do with a telepath who's skipped out on his bail? You put his head in a vice and squeeze (why, what were YOU thinking?). The CODEFLESH saga continues as Joe (X-MEN, ADVS. OF SUPERMAN) Casey and Charlie (ASTRONAUTS IN TROUBLE, SPIDER-MAN) Adlard continue on their quest to transform the face of comics into their own image! Also STARRING... THE BOD (W) Larry Young (P/C) John Heebink (I) Walden Wong Be careful what you wish for, right? Isn't that what the man said? Kelly Gordon got her wish all right; she ended up famous. She's known the whole world over as The Girl Who Isn't There. Now, she's in big trouble: her sister's angry because Kelly's stolen her boyfriend; her manager's mad because the checks are starting to bounce; her best friend's long gone and the one thing Kelly needs she can't have... a nice, good, long look in the mirror. Note: Not appropriate for all ages. FC 32pp Cover price $2.95.

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Clerics & Deities Smite Evil; 6 Legendary Pantheons, 4 Diabolical Villains, 5 New Classes for Clerics; Swords & Cinema - Gamer's Ultimate Guide; Forgotten Realms Fiction by Richard Lee Byers; Design Your Own Deities - God Games; Learn to Say Yes to Your DM - Negotiating the Game. Cover price $5.99.

by Akira Toriyama Exploring the pirates' cave, Goku, Kuririn, and Bulma must face a cutlass-swinging robot and a giant octopus! But little do they know that the greatest danger is right behind them-Commander Blue, who is following them to steal the pirates' Dragon Ball! Lost in the maze of tunnels, can they find the buried treasure? Cover price $2.95.

Story and Art by Akira Toriyama. With all seven Dragon Balls in his grasp, Vegeta's wish for eternal life is as good as granted! He only has to gather them in one place... and only Gohan and Kuririn stand in his way. Gohan and Kuririn have the Great Elder of the Namekians on their side. But Freeza is about to call in the reinforcements, and soon Vegeta, Kuririn, and Gohan will be the least of each other's worries. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Dragons of a Lost Star!"

By Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman.

This latest title from Dragonlance co-creators Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman is the sequel to Dragons of a Fallen Sun, and contains a preview chapter from the upcoming conclusion to the trilogy, Dragons of a Vanished Moon.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9 1/2-in., 560 pages, Text only.

Cover price $27.95.

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WRITTEN BY CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN; ART BY CHRISTIAN HOJGAARD AND RON RANDALL; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN Part 3 of the 4-part "Rise," the final story arc of THE DREAMING. Echo continues her bloody assault on The Dreaming, leading an army of Nightmares to the gates of Lord Shaper's Palace. In the wake of the murder of his latest Raven, and with his kingdom in chaos, Daniel must make a fateful decision that will forever change the landscape of the Dreaming. Also guest-starring Cain, Abel, Brute, and Glob. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

Vol.15 #2 - May/June 2001. Official Dungeons & Dragons Adventures. Tracy Hickman's Anvil of Time; Thomas Harlan's Mysterious Ways; Richard Baker's Rana Mor; Stormdancers: Rage on the Mount; Map of Mystery: The Pharaoh's Shrine; Special Feature: Adventure Design Guide; 26 D&D Game Monster Tokens. Cover price $5.99.

Volume 15 - 1st printing. "The Nomination!" Story and art by Kaui Kawaguchi. The making of Asian-American President. All the cards are on the table. The Democratic National Convention is in full swing, the presidential nomination is in the air, and now is the true test of whether or not Yamaoka and his staff have succeeded in their goal of winning over the hearts and minds of the nation. With the support of Mayor Blackburn and the First Lady, Yamaoka will give Vice President Albert Noah a run for his money ? but will it be enough? Plus, if Yamaoka wins, whom would he choose as his running mate? Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8-in., 104 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Eagle Gn (2000-2001 Viz Digest) Vol. 1-4. Story and art by Kaui Kawaguchi. Ken Yamaoka, a third-generation Japanese-American, has all the qualifications of a presidential candidate: he studied at Yale, he fought on the front lines in Vietnam, and he has been a Senator for several terms. Now, as he challenges the Vice President for the Democratic presidential nomination, a young Japanese journalist, Takashi Jo, is sent on assignment to Washington, D.C., to study Yamaoka. What is his platform? What is his true personality? And, inevitably, what are the hard questions about his past? Told in an intelligent yet exciting manner, Eagle presents a near-future vision of America as seen through the eyes of one of Japan's most politically aware manga artists. This tremendous graphic novel Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 424 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO;ART BY DANIJEL ZEZELJ;PAINTED COVER BY TIM SALE The miniseries that burns a decidedly VERTIGO brand on a classic DC Western character continues. Out on the range, Sheriff Moses Stone and his posse swap stories about their prey, the outlaw El Diablo. Is he dead or alive? The Great Spirit given flesh? Man, myth, or the devil himself? The answers lie just beyond the light of the campfire. But then, that's where El Diablo himself waits for them. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (2 OF 4) Cover price $2.50.

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By Hidetomo Tsubura. Makoto and friends escape from the rubble they were caught under after Ifurita's blast brought down the roof and subsequently leveled Nanami's restaurant. Now that Ifurita's true powers are known, Rune Venus orders the Three Priestesses of Muldoon to summon the mysterious super weapon known only as the Eye of God. No sooner is it brought down though than two unknown assailants attack the party with frightening sped and power. Who could this deadly duo be? b&w, 40pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Written by Frank Strom and Janet Hetherington. Art by Ronn Sutton, Bruce Patterson, Chuck Frazier and Bill Anderson. Elvira partners up with dig-site daredevil Tia LaCaramba to uncover an ancient tomb, but things go awry when they discover that the treasure trove is doubling as the lair of one of her oldest, most ubiquitous enemies -- and a rare, deadly Goldam-Wing robot. You're sure to dig "Relic Raider!" by Frank Strom, Ronn Sutton and Bruce Patterson. Also: Elvira's job as a cereal spokesperson bring her into conflict with vengeful cartoon mascots in "Magically Malicious" by Janet Hetherington, Chuck Frazier and Bill Anderson. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

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Written by Garth Ennis;ART BY Russ Heath;PAINTED COVER BY Christian Alamy The riveting war saga concludes! The Germans manage to put the first fighter jets into combat against the encroaching Americans and British fighter planes, as the untold tale of the "Hammer of Hell's" experience in World War II comes to a close. Will the aging ace survive the horrors he's forced to face? Prestige Format. FC, 48 pg. (2 of 2) Cover price $5.95.

Issue #48 - Apr. 2001. Fanzine dedicated to the works of Edgar Rice Burroughs, this issue for inclusion in ERB-APA #69. Collecting Burroughs in softcover, part one: Pellucidar. Side-stapled. 20 pages, black and white.

1st Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. Collects Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #41-63 and Fantastic Four Annuals #3-4.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby.

The Inhumans! The Silver Surfer! The coming of Galactus! Reprinting Fantastic Four (Volume 1) #41-62 - plus Annuals #3 and #4 - which represent some of Stan Lee's and Jack Kirby's greatest work! Plus: a new cover by Alan Davis!

Softcover, 528 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

1st Edition - Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. Collects Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #41-63 and Fantastic Four Annuals #3-4.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby.

The Inhumans! The Silver Surfer! The coming of Galactus! Reprinting Fantastic Four (Volume 1) #41-62 - plus Annuals #3 and #4 - which represent some of Stan Lee's and Jack Kirby's greatest work! Plus: a new cover by Alan Davis!

Softcover, 528 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

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cover by pablo raimondi. ben raab/pablo raimondi/jason martin. Captain Britain returns in a tale of furious fantasy in the Mighty Marvel Manner! The only thing that stands between the evil goddess Roma's total domination of reality is the sword of might, Excalibur! Can Brian Braddock, Psylocke and the Black Knight reclaim it in time? Cover price $2.99.

Forbidden Love, Part 4. Story, art and cover by Shawntae Howard. Superhero science fiction adventure in a world of anthropomorphic animals. When Xenif's allies turn against him, Phenix must join forces with him in order to survive. Backup story: Fox Hunt, Part 5. 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.99.

All about the art of stop-motion animation! FM takes you back through the history and development of stop-motion animation techniques. Learn how the masters performed their movie magic! Includes a filmography, The Cinemagic of Karl Freund! Part two of our exclusive look at the career of this amazing cinematographer and his greatest films! The Men Behind the Monsters, FM's original series on special effects and makeup techniques returns! Learn how the pros made the world's greatest monsters and pick up simple techniques you can do yourself! Exclusive look behind-the-scenes of the making of Batman, the legendary 1960s TV series, including some incredible never-before-published backstage action photos! Also, the true origins of "sci-fi" and other popular phrases: Amazing new report explores the historical real-life origins of several phrases and abbreviations we take for granted. Fascinating reading! This issue features a fantastic illustration of the Cyclops from Ray Harryhausen's 7th Voyage of Sinbad by Arlis. Plus, more classic horror film books, the FM Mystery Photo Department, Fang Mail, an expanded Captain Company Monster Mail Order Section featuring many new items (with many exclusive to FM!) and much more! (Dynacomm)Magazine Cover price $5.95.

All about the art of stop-motion animation! FM takes you back through the history and development of stop-motion animation techniques. Learn how the masters performed their movie magic! Includes a filmography, The Cinemagic of Karl Freund! Part two of our exclusive look at the career of this amazing cinematographer and his greatest films! The Men Behind the Monsters, FM's original series on special effects and makeup techniques returns! Learn how the pros made the world's greatest monsters and pick up simple techniques you can do yourself! Exclusive look behind-the-scenes of the making of Batman, the legendary 1960s TV series, including some incredible never-before-published backstage action photos! Also, the true origins of "sci-fi" and other popular phrases: Amazing new report explores the historical real-life origins of several phrases and abbreviations we take for granted. Fascinating reading! This issue features a fantastic illustration of the Cyclops from Ray Harryhausen's 7th Voyage of Sinbad by Arlis. Plus, more classic horror film books, the FM Mystery Photo Department, Fang Mail, an expanded Captain Company Monster Mail Order Section featuring many new items (with many exclusive to FM!) and much more! (Dynacomm)Magazine Cover price $5.95.

George Romero's Bruiser; Series 7; Hannibal - Dino De Laurentiis on Lecter's future; Eliza Dushku; makeup FX: Shadow of the Vampire; David Boreanaz (Angel) interview. Cover price $7.99.

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cover by carlos pacheco Carlos Pacheco art & Jeph Loeb script. The Fantastic Four gets trapped in the Negative Zone?but which teammate gets stranded behind? And who are the Nega-Explorers? Plus: after months of scheming, the Gideon Board finally makes their move! Cover price $2.25.

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A What If? adventure. Cover by Mike Mckone and Mark McKenna.. Story by Steve Englehart, Mike KMcKone and Mark Mckenna. Continuing the story that asks "What if Reed Richards' and Tony Stark's inventions changed the Marvel Universe?"! It's the 48-paged conclusion to the new What If? adventure! What will Reed Richards choose: his invention?or the people that use it? Meanwhile, the family of the Human Torch faces their destiny! Plus: the Avengers vs. Magneto and the Brotherhood! This is the book that has the online community buzzing! Now read it for yourself! Cover price $3.50.

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cover by michael golden Continuing Marvel's star-studded celebration of the Fantastic Four's 40th Anniversary! Who is the evil genius behind the recent attacks on the FF? If Namor and the Kree Sentry weren't enough, now our fab foursome must contend with the X-Men, Spider-Man, Dr. Strange and the mutant-hunting Sentinels! Erik Larsen, Keith Giffen, Ron Frenz, Tom DeFalco, Joe Sinnott and more deliver Mighty Marvel Action in the classic Lee/Kirby tradition! Cover price $2.99.

Pulp magazine devoted to exploring the paranormal. Articles and Stories. Softcover, 8-in. x 10 3/4-in., 70 page, Text (with B&W Illustrations and Photos.) Cover price $4.95.

Titan Books Edition - 1st printing. Collects Fathom (1998-2002 Image) #7-12.

Written by Michael Turner and Bill ONeil. Art and cover by Michael Turner and Jonathan Sibal.

Guest-starring Sara Pezzini the Witchblade and Lara Croft the Tomb Raider.

From the depths they rose in search of the child who walked among the air-breathers, but was part of the world below. Her name is Aspen Matthews, and they showed her her heritage, the beauty of the oceans. But behind their concern lurked a darker agenda, a brewing war with mankind and an ancient mystery! Aspen is the key, a vessel of immense power, and she stands at a crossroads...torn between the world that birthed her and the world that raised her.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

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Talent Caldwell cover, yellow cover red title logo. (W) Bill O' Neil (P) Talent Caldwell, MICHAEL TURNER'S protege TALENT CALDWELL arrives on the scene. Bad guys aren't made, they're grown; Killian, architect behind the Blue Sun, grew from rebellious teenager to polarizing political figure. This four-issue mini series is his story. In the first issue, an American H-bomb test wipes out the underwater city of Marielle. When the Council decides to take no retributive action, the Dissident Six, led by Killian's brother Sear, decide to take matters into their own hands. With story by FATHOM co-writer BILL O' NEIL and illustrated by Top Cow's hot, new talent (no pun intended) this is an issue you won't want to miss out on! Retailer note: Fathom: Killian #1 will ship with two covers in an equal 50/50 ratio drawn by Talent Caldwell and Michael Turner. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

Glitter Foil Convention Exclusive Edition limited to 1000 copies. Talent Caldwell cover. (W) Bill O' Neil (P) Talent Caldwell MICHAEL TURNER'S protege TALENT CALDWELL arrives on the scene. Bad guys aren't made, they're grown; Killian, architect behind the Blue Sun, grew from rebellious teenager to polarizing political figure. This four-issue mini series is his story. In the first issue, an American H-bomb test wipes out the underwater city of Marielle. When the Council decides to take no retributive action, the Dissident Six, led by Killian's brother Sear, decide to take matters into their own hands. With story by FATHOM co-writer BILL O' NEIL and illustrated by Top Cow's hot, new talent (no pun intended) this is an issue you won't want to miss out on! Retailer note: Fathom: Killian #1 will ship with two covers in an equal 50/50 ratio drawn by Talent Caldwell and Michael Turner. FC, 32pg

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Michael Turner cover, Blue cover, guy with glowing blue hand. Top Cow Comics. (W) Bill O' Neil (P) Talent Caldwell. MICHAEL TURNER'S protege TALENT CALDWELL arrives on the scene. Bad guys aren't made, they're grown; Killian, architect behind the Blue Sun, grew from rebellious teenager to polarizing political figure. This four-issue mini series is his story. In the first issue, an American H-bomb test wipes out the underwater city of Marielle. When the Council decides to take no retributive action, the Dissident Six, led by Killian's brother Sear, decide to take matters into their own hands. With story by FATHOM co-writer BILL O' NEIL and illustrated by Top Cow's hot, new talent (no pun intended) this is an issue you won't want to miss out on! Retailer note: Fathom: Killian #1 will ship with two covers in an equal 50/50 ratio drawn by Talent Caldwell and Michael Turner. FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

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Silver Prism Edition. Cover price $2.95.

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Killians Tide #1 Dynamic Forces Exclusive Edition limited to 3,000 copies and comes with certificate of authenticity.