Comic books February 2002

Created by Brian Pulido. Written by Joshua Dysart. Cover by Fabiano Neves and Roland Paris. Joshua Dysart (Violent Messiahs, Purgatori: The Hunted/Darkest Hour) offers up his awesome script to Purgatori The Hunted (2001) #1, the story that re-introduced Purgatori to a whole new generation! This dynamic script gives you the complete issue mapped out to the very minute detail directly from the writer! A great collectible for aspiring supernatural writers and new readers alike! B&W. Cover price $4.99.

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(W/A) Ray & Ben Lai, Brian Reber Concept: In a society where technological advancement allows the human race to live in utopia, a secret exists that has the power to change existence forever. The inhabitants' only memory is of the past three years, yet no one seems to care or want to find out what occurred before then. Four would-be heroes will have to forge an alliance to solve the mysteries of their world, their pasts, and their powers. This Issue: Val Fiores finds herself comatose after taking a hit protecting the prime minister during an assassination attempt. During which she experienced a vision of what she believes to be her past. After regaining consciousness, she's told that there was no evidence of an attack. Val decides then to take the investigation into her own hands, but is she ready for what she's about to discover? Bi-Monthly. In stores the week of February 13th. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Myung Jin Lee; adapted by Richard A. Knaak The winds of change are blowing in Midgard. After a 1,000-year slumber, Fenris the wolf has been reincarnated in the body of a beautiful sorceress. As Fenris searches the land for the reincarnation of the god Balder, Sara Irene, leader of the fearsome Valkyries, hunts her. English version written by New York Times best-selling author, Richard A. Knaak, author of multiple Dragonlance, Warcraft, and Diablo novels. Covers colored by Dark Minds creator Pat Lee. TokyoPop's second Korean "Man- wha" from Daiwon, Korea's leading comics publisher. Loosely based on the Norse myth about the end of the world, Ragnarok is a beautifully drawn Korean comic in a tale of swordsmen and sorcerers that in a quest to change the world forever. b&w, 48pg (1 of 4) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

1st printing. Written by Gordon Rennie. Art by Colin Wilson. Welcome to a very moist future, where "The Big Rain" has turned New York City into a twisted warren of river canyons and skyscraper archipelagos. This action-packed tale, full of Wilson's extraordinary design work, follows the adventures of Eve, a shipwrecked member of a scientific exploration team, who must put her trust in the salvage-hunting Holly if she is to escape, and where danger lurks above and below the water. Hardcover, 52 pages, full oclor. Cover price $14.95.

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By Rumiko Takahashi. Shampoo's evil brooch is found to be the reason for her mood swings and Ranma takes her on a date to get the scoop. Then, Ranma is supposedly scheduled to declare his love for Shampoo, but what's the real story? b&w, 32pg (10 of 11). Cover price $2.95.

1st Edition - Volume 19 - 1st printing. Story and Art by Rumiko Takahashi. Ranma Saotome never thought a martial arts training mission to China would end up like this! An accidental dunk in a cursed spring changes boy Ranma into a young girl, every time he is splashed with cold water. Hot water reverses the effect _ but only until next time! Ranma and Genma are fighting about food (again), but this time it gets serious when Genma kicks Ranma out of the house! Then, "Sakura-mochi" has the power to indicate the true love of the maker of this sweet, and Akane's cooked up a batch! Will the mochi mark Ranma with the imprint of the cherry blossom? Softcover, 5-in x 8-in. 184 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

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Written by Matt Brown. Art by Robert Ryan. Along a forgotten piece of desert back road, the paths of two desperate individuals are about to become dangerously intertwined. A gunshot and an unintentional intervention later, the two are running from past, present and future. Who could have known they were about to become the Adam and Eve of hell on Earth? 24 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.75.

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This issue: Lord of the Rings - A Visit to Middle-Earth; Jane Yolen - Dark Seed, Dark Stone; Rock and Roll Magic - Brian Plante; Donato - The Dragonmaster. Lord of the Rings movie photo cover. Cover price $3.99.

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By Ryo Mizuno and Masato Natsumoto. Spark and his band of heroes face the Dark Elf who has taken over the beautiful city of Roid. In a fierce battle in the bowels of the Palace, one by one the band of heroes face the magical and martial prowess of this dark spiritual being. Spark uses all of his skill as a swordsman, Leyli attacks him with her powerful whip, and it seems as though victory is theirs. Suddenly, the Dark Elf brings out a new weapon - he conjures up his own angel! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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By Ryo Mizuno and Setsuko Yoneyama. Deedlit, the Elf heroine beloved by fans of the Lodoss anime and manga series, and Parn, the knight whom she loves, are reunited at last in this all-new, character-driven series. The villagers of Zaxon are oppressed by their aristocratic overlords, and they must decide whether to take up arms or lose their lives. Parn and Deedlit are trying to help, but everything is complicated by the appearance of another High Elf, Estas, who has long known Deedlit. Deedlit has come to understand the true depth of her own feelings for Parn, after Estas has confessed his love, and she returns to Parn with a new wisdom about her own emotions. It's Deelit as you've never seen her before, brought to life by two fabulous creators, Ryo Mizuno, creator of stories, and Setsuko Yoneyama, the famous shoujo (girls' and womens' comics) artist, creator of the Endless Waltz manga series. Special feature: the issue includes continues an interview with famed voice actress Lisa Oritiz, who is not only Deedlit, but also Lina Inverse from Slayers! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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1st printing.

Written by Dav Pilkey. Art by Martin Ontiveros.

From the creator of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! Can Ricky and his enormous flying robot soarstop the alien Major MOnkey and his army of Mecha-Monkeys from taking over the world?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). All Ages

Cover price $3.99.

2nd and later printings.

Written by Dav Pilkey. Art by Martin Ontiveros.

From the creator of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! Can Ricky and his enormous flying robot soarstop the alien Major MOnkey and his army of Mecha-Monkeys from taking over the world?!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 144 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). All Ages

Cover price $4.99.

Written by Brien Cardello. Art by Oliver Drac. 24 Pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART AND COVER BY PETE WOODS AND ANDREW PEPOY. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! Oops! We did it again! Teen mania infects Gotham as pop diva Normandy comes to town. And with her, bodyguard-to-the-stars Joe Hollywood. Can Joe and Robin save the teen sensation from a deadly stalker? FC, 32 PG. $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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By David Willis. The crap hits the fan when Joyce decides she has to act more like Danny's ex-girlfriend, Sal, to win his attention. Also, Joyce bets macho pig Joe that he'll cry if he watches Titanic. Will "kissing to sappy music" turn Joe to a softy, or will he walk away with Joyce's weekly allowance? And who just showed up on Danny's doorstep? The heart doesn't "go on" in Roomies!...it merely flops around like a fish on the beach! 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.95.

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by Jeff Smith & Charles Vess A terrifying dragon lays siege to the small towns of the Northern Valley. Unknown to Princess Rose, who must defeat the gigantic beast, the dragon is actually the Ancient Lord of the Locusts. Unable to defeat the monster, Rose seeks the advice of her advisor, who tells the princess how to destroy the dragon ?? but at a terrible cost. Now, at last we learn the surprising conclusion! With Rose, Jeff Smith takes readers into the early years of one of the most popular characters in the world of Bone, the formidable Gran'ma Ben. Long before she became the crazy old cow woman, Gran'ma Ben was young princess Rose, and this extraordinary mini-series continues the glimpse into her world that we experienced in the Trilogy II Tour Book. Each 48- page full-color issue is painstakingly painted by artist Charles Vess. FC, 48pg (3 of 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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by Waid, Guice, Perkins, & DePuy As Ruse's first story arc reaches its climax, detective Simon Archard is sick and tired of playing the part of the hunted... and decides to become the hunter! While actively unraveling the complex schemes of the Baroness, however, Simon not only gets his first glimpse at the heart of her sorcerous power... but Emma manages to accidentally triple it! FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

by Mike Gallagher & Dave Manak Based on the animated series airing on the ABC and UPN networks! It's another magical day in the life of everyone's favorite almost-a-witch, Sabrina, and her wacky teenage aunts and uncle! And don't forget Salem! Will Sabrina steal another spell from her aunt's "Spookie Jar" and turn her high school upside down? Is Archie's hair red? FC, 32pg$1.99 Cover price $1.99.

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Story and Art by Megumi Tachikawa. Saint Tail's made a booboo. She agreed to go on a date with the school gossip and super-journalist, Sawatari, the same day she promised to steal back a treasure from a Never Land toy store tree. Asuka Jr., in the meantime, dresses up in a silly fox costume to keep on the lookout for the wily thief, but he can't keep his eyes off of Meimi on her date. Meimi has her work cut out for her if she wants to pull off the heist while keeping her dream date. b&w, 48pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY DARKO MACAN; ART BY DANIJEL ZEZELJ; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE MCKEAN In stores December 26. Post-war horror and decadence collide as the Venice Carnivale opens to a raging crowd...and closes with a trail of dead bodies. The identity of the killer can only be linked to exactly who ? and what ? the Corinthian has become, as the Sandman's Dark Mirror passes the final test of his manhood, leaving empty souls (and eye sockets) in his wake. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 3) $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Volume 7 - 1st printing. Story and art by Masahiro Shibata. In a country called Mahosu, a festival is held to worship the God of the Sea. Citizens of Mahosu believe a sea monster is a god that can transform humans into scaly monsters. In order to save themselves from being turned into marine creatures, they must sacrifice a young girl at the annual festival. Princess Kaya has been chosen for the yearly offering. Sarai to the rescue! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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by Waid, Di Vito, Hunter, & Quintana For centuries, the Planetary Union has waged war against the lizard-like warriors of Tcharun... but victory has been beyond their grasp for over four hundred years, since the day a lowly Tcharun soldier stumbled onto a secret that could empower his people beyond their wildest dreams! FC, 32pg (1 of 2) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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Story and art by Erik Larsen. The planet Earth has gone through a startling transformation! The domino effect caused from killing a deadly time-traveling foe has forever changed the world the Dragon lives in! Trapped in this savage world, the former police officer must cope with the strange new earth he unwittingly created and try to repair the damage he's caused! It ain't no picnic, Chester! This Issue: The CREATOR has unleashed an army of super-powered freaks on the Savage World! Using his powers to radically alter living beings he's helped change the inhabitants of the planet in strange and horrific ways! Nobody has dared face him — nobody that is — until the Dragon! But not only does the Creator wield unimaginable power but he commands a legion of super-powered freaks! This won't be easy! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Baptism of Fire!" Collects Savage Dragon (1992 1st Series) #1-3 and extra material that bridges the gap between the mini series and the ongoing series. Story and art by Erik Larsen. Includes sketchbook and introduction by the creator. In this very first story arc, we meet Officer Dragon, a brand new cop in a Chicago overrun with super freaks and crime lords. Creator Erik Larsen takes big risks with storytelling, characterization, and plot, infusing this series with violence, sex, and humor in a way previously unseen in the genre. He takes liberties no other creator can, and will surprise you at every turn. This book retools and reworks the original trade paperback with more unpublished sketches and art! It's the mini-series that started it all with all the bonus pages from the first paperback, plus all the new pages from The Dragon miniseries! All this and more under a spectacular new cover! SC, 7x10, 160pg, FC Cover price $14.95.

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by Jill Thompson Halloween has arrived, and you know what THAT means: the Fright Side's residents are throwing the party of the year! At the center of the festivities is the royal wedding of Prince Orson and...Hannah? Sounds like Tinkaree, the new Scary Godmother, doesn't quite understand her official job requirements--but the REAL Scary Godmother and Bug-a-Boo are on their way to put a stop to this nonsense. Will they reach the Fright Side in time to straighten things out? b&w, 24pg (6 of 6)$2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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By Marz, Cheung, Hillsman II, and Ponsor. As the war between the Herons and the Ravens escalates, Ethan decides to seek help for the Underground's cause in Haven, the city of the underwater Lesser Race known as the Swimmers. The only problem - getting to a city located at the bottom of the ocean! FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT CUNNINGHAM AND JOHN ROZUM; ART BY JOE STATON, ANDREW PEPOY, AND KAREN MATCHETTE; COVER BY STATON AND HUNT In stores December 12. Don't mess with a ghost train ? especially if it's a New York City ghost train! Plus, the Mystery Inc. gang goes to Martha's Vineyard to judge a chili cookoff, and gets a mouthful of mystery! FC, 32 PG. $1.99 Cover price $1.99.

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WRITTEN BY WILL PFEIFER, KELLEY PUCKETT, CHUCK KIM, DAN ABNETT, ANDY LANNING, AND VARIOUS; ART BY ANTHONY WILLIAMS, DAMION SCOTT, DARRYL BANKS, MIKE MCKONE, ARIEL OLIVETTI, TAN ENG HUAT, TOM GRUMMETT, PACO MEDINA, CLIFF CHIANG, AND VARIOUS; COVER BY OLIVETTI In stores December 26. A look back at the year's biggest DC Universe events, plus a preview of the shocks planned for the year to come! War with other planets, the "Jokerizing" of the populace, the arrival of an alien city in California...it's been a busy year for the DCU. Now witness the tumultuous events through the eyes of those who experienced it (written by Will Pfeifer with art by Anthony Williams & John Stanisci). Also featured: how "Our Worlds At War" sparks the year's biggest film (written by Chuck Kim with art by Darryl Banks); Lady Shiva's plans for her upcoming rematch with Batgirl (written by Kelley Puckett with art by Damion Scott); a look back at the year 3001 courtesy of the Legion of Super-Heroes (written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning with art by Mike McKone); and profiles of some of DC's newest characters and teams, including Orpheus, the Doom Patrol, the Power Company, the Suicide Squad, and more! FC, 48 PG. $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

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Written by Brian Joines. Art by Joshua C. Rowe. Johnny Explode takes the spotlight in a story taken from comic websites everywhere! During a field trip to the Big City Museum, Johnny becomes involved in a woman's quest to rescue a long-lost British hero held captive by a ruthless businessman. Will Johnny's "marvelous" skills be enough to pull off a "miraculous" rescue? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.50.

1st printing.

This is a replica reprint of The Shadow (1931-1949 Street & Smith) Pulp Feb 15 1934.

Includes the feature-length tale Gray Fist by Maxwell Grant, as well as three short stories - Death Deals Diamonds by Winston Bouve, Too Hard Work by A. D. Kelly, and Dead Man's Promise by John L. Chambliss.

Softcover, 128 pages, Text (with B&W chapter illustrations).

NOTE: Do NOT confuse with The Shadow (1931-1949 Street & Smith) Pulp Feb 15 1934.

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b&w. paper cover. 16 pages. Austin McKinley and Alan Laidlaw. Cover price $2.50.

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Meridian cross-over. By Kesel, Barreto, Dell, and Lambert. With the Union Army on the brink of defeat, they find themselves indefensible without Sam and pray for his return. Unfortunately, Sam is somewhere new, and the stranger he meets there will not only drop Sam's jaw ? but yours, as well! FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "The Marked Man!" Collects Sigil (2000-2003) #8-14 and CrossGen Chronicles (2000) #4. Written by Mark Waid and Barbara Kesel. Art by George Perez, Kevin Sharpe, and Scot Eaton. Softcover, 186 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing. Collects Silke (2001) #1-4.

Story and art by Tony Daniel.

As a participant in a secret CIA experiment, agent Sandra Silke's genetic structure is altered, giving her the ability to morph her appearance to almost any form she can imagine. But when she discovers what the Agency has in mind for her and the handful of other agents who have undergone the treatment, Sandra rebels.

Now on the run, framed for murders she didn't commit, and struggling with powers she can barely control, Sandra Silke must go on the offensive against her former bosses before the government of the United States is destroyed from within!

Collecting the four-issue series.

Softcover, 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.95.

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by Simone, Ortiz, & Morrison What do a packet of seeds, a credit card bill, and a "turn of the century" faire have in common? It's either Lisa's plan to beautify Springfield, Bart bringing the Simpsons to the brink of bankruptcy, or Mr. Burns' hay fever. Or maybe it's all of the above. FC, 32pg $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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By Shotaro Ishinomori and Kazuhiko Shimamoto. When the Spider Man and Maria sneak into the Skull Man's hideout in order to attack him by surprise, they quickly find themselves going from hunters to the hunted! The Skull Man's previously battled them to a draw, but now that the Skull Man's right-hand man, Garo, has been added to the mix, Maria and the Spider Man may be overmatched. That's because the Skull Man's hideout is more than just a place for this anti-hero to hang his weary head at night -- it's also a portal to hell! b&w, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

by Hajime Kanzaka and Shoko Yoshinaka Exciting adventures! Strong, beautiful women! Hilarious comedy! And lots of treasure hunting and wild and crazy eating! It must be the Slayers! It's an amazing new adventure of everybody's favorite comedy-adventure characters, the incredible, beautiful (but small-chested!) sorceress Lina Inverse, and her big, hulking, but loyal colleague Gourry Gabriev! Its and all-new series with all-new characters and adventures! She's absolutely gorgeous, she wears hot outfits, and she's a sorceress, too! She's Naga, who styles herself the foremost rival of the hot-tempered Lina Inverse, and follows Lina around to try to show her up. She also knows that Lina is a super hunter of treasure, and figures that if she follows her around, maybe some will come her way. These two lovely, magical ladies find themselves being followed by a novice knight, the hapless, Furado. He's still in training and he asks the gals to help him out. Maybe it's not the best idea in the world to ask two rival sorceresses to help him learn the knightly ropes! Slayers fans will love this all-new series! b&w, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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by Hajime Kanzaka and Shoko Yoshinaka The Slayers?one of the most popular Japanese anime series ever imported into the United States! The Slayers?starring some of the most popular characters in the history of anime and manga: the hot-headed, red-haired sorceress Lina Inverse, and the strong and bullheaded adventurer Goury Gabriev! The Slayers?the funniest Medieval fantasy every created anywhere, with dashing heroes, evil demons, princesses in danger, and wild jokes that everyone will love! And this is where it all began?the first Slayers comics. This series is the beginning of their fabulous adventures, and all the business that the fans have come to love is at it's best here. These lovable heroes are always led astray by their hunger?for lots and lots of food, and for get-rich- quick schemes that never seem to quite work out right! If you like adventure comics, if you like humorous comics, if you love great fantasy, Slayers is for you! b&w, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Stories and Art by Fuyumi Soryo, Yuri Narushima, Miwa Ueda and Ai Yazawa. The critically acclaimed Smile is the first all-shojo anthology in America! In this issue: Mars (by Fuyumi Soryo): Rei and Tatsuya forget their own issues for once when Harumi threatens Kira once again! But after the incident it's Harumi and Tatsuya who find themselves soul-searching, as it becomes clear that there is a depth in Kira and Rei's relationship neither had noticed before; Planet Ladder (by Yuri Narushima): Kaguya finds herself in a world that she's never seen, but she's not alone. A boy-robot appears and seems friendly enough. She wants to get back home to her family, but feels she can't do it alone, so she finds herself having to trust this robotic being to take her back to safety; Peach Girl (by Miwa Ueda): Toji arrives at school with a buzz cut to show that he is punishing himself for disappointing Momo. When Toji expresses his deep regrets for falling for Sae's deceptions, Momo gladly forgives him and they become a couple again, minus Sae; Paradise Kiss (by Ai Yazawa): After initially turning down George and the Paradise Kiss club on their offer to make her a model, Yukari is starting to have second thoughts. While studying at the library, she runs into George, who, she now sees, works just as hard as she does to succeed. Did she misjudge him? Maybe this fashion thing isn't just a silly game after all. Magazine, B&W. Cover price $4.99.

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by Marz, Immonen, & Dell As Arwyn begins her quest for the Five Fragments, the focus shifts to her despised enemy, Mordath. The undead tyrant ponders both his past and the sigil that has given him sovereignty over the Five Lands... and vows no one will take it from him. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

by Mike Gallagher, Dawn Best, & Ken Penders "Freedom Fighters of the Galaxy" Part Two: The tribute to the guardians of the galaxy continues! Sonic's troubles in the alternate future version of Mobius go from bad to worse, as the harbinger of doom arrives... and his name is Silver Snively! That can only mean one thing: his master, the incarnation of doom itself, can't be far behind... none other than Robolactus! Can Sonic and the future Freedom Fighters stop this menace before he has a chance to erase them from the history books? Plus "The Return of Downunda Freedom Fighters" Part Two (by Mike Gallagher & Dave Manak): a continuation of the confrontation begun last issue, as the Downunda's Freedom Fighters square off against the Bunyip in a classic-style Sonic tale! FC, 32pg $1.99 Cover price $1.99.

Volume 8- 1st printing. Written by Satoru Akahori. Art by Ray Omishi. The Sorcerer Hunters think Carrot is shaken by the fact that he is the reincarnation of the God of Destruction. While this might be an existentialist crisis for most of us, Carrot is only worried about what it might do for his chances of getting babes. Meanwhile, Jingo Row used to be a kind magic carpenter who would care for the parsoners, but now he's building a giant labyrinth for an evil sorcerer. It's up to the Sorcerer Hunters to discover why Jingo has started working for their sworn enemy. Along the way, Carrot meets Crepe, Jingo's charming granddaughter, but Crepe supposedly died many years ago! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 216 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita, Sr., Larry Lieber, Jim Mooney, and Bill Everett.

Peter Parker takes on a hulking monster that Spider-Man may not even be able to stop. Plus, the Spectacular origin of Spider-Man!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, B&W.

Cover price $7.95.

WRITTEN BY J.M. DEMATTEIS; ART AND COVER BY RYAN SOOK In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! "The Spectre of Christmas." The Phantom Stranger! Santa! Charles Dickens! Guest stars don't get any bigger than this. Our own friendly ghost joins in the ultimate team-up, as Hal Jordan takes on an evil Scrooge hell-bent on the destruction of Christmas, and ultimately, the hopes and dreams of all humanity. The Spectre must face demonic gargoyles and a blood-thirsty Victorian mob in order to save the world from an encroaching storm of darkness and despair. FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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cover by pat olliffe & al williamson tom defalco (w)/pat olliffe (p)/al williamson (i) 'Nuff Said! While Spider-Girl tries to cope with last issue's startling death of a long-time cast member, the new Spider-Man goes one-on-one with Canis! Plus: Peter Parker finally confronts Normie Osborn! Cover price $2.25.

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Cover by Lee Weeks. Bruce Jones/Lee Weeks/Joe Rubenstein. THE SCOOP: Legendary horror writer Bruce Jones (Creepy, Eerie), penciler Lee Weeks (SPIDER-MAN: THE MYSTERIO MANIFESTO) and inker Joe Rubenstein deliver the chilling finale of a three-part tale of twists and turns! THE SET-UP: TANGLED WEB invites some of today's most unique writers and artists to take a hard look at the shadow that Spider-Man casts over the "friendly neighborhood" and the people who live in it. THE STORY: The cabbie named Charlie Clemmens reveals his secret to his partners in crime -- and they'll wish he hadn't! THE FORMAT: 32 pages, with ads. (MarvelPG) Cover price $2.99.