Comic books February 2003

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February 5, 2003. All color except for Caballistics, Inc. Features include "Judge Dredd vs. Aliens Incubus" part 6 (script by John Wagner and Andy Diggle, art by Henry Flint), Slaine in "Moloch" part 6 (script by Pat Mills, art by Clint Langley), Caballistics, Inc. in "Going Underground" part 6 (script by Gordon Rennie, art by Dom Reardon), and Nikolai Dante in "Hell and High Water" part 6 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Langley cover.

February 12, 2003. All color except for Terror Tales. Features include "Judge Dredd vs. Aliens Incubus" part 7 (script by John Wagner and Andy Diggle, art by Henry Flint), Bec & Kawl in "Enlightenment" (script by Simon Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), the V.C.s in "Look on the Bright Side" (script by Dan Abnett, art by Anthony Williams), Terror Tales in "The Statue Garden" (script by Gary Wilkinson, art by Dom Reardon), and Nikolai Dante in "Hell and High Water" (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Williams cover.

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February 19, 2003. All color. Features include "Judge Dredd vs. Aliens Incubus" part 8 (script by John Wagner and Andy Diggle, art by Henry Flint), Bec & Kawl in "Eeevil.com" part 1 (script by Simon Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), the V.C.s in "Shotgun" (script by Dan Abnett, art by Anthony Williams), and Nikolai Dante in "Hell and High Water" part 8 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Cover by Andy Clarke and Chris Blythe.

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February 26, 2003. All color. Features include "Judge Dredd vs. Aliens Incubus" part 9 (script by John Wagner and Andy Diggle, art by Henry Flint), Bec & Kawl in "Eeevil.com" part 2 (script by Steve Spurrier, art by Steve Roberts), the V.C.s in "Tickover" (script by Dan Abnett, art by Anthony Williams), Tales of Telguuth: "The Black Arts of Skrixlan Nort" (script by Steve Moore, art by Jon Haward), and Atavar 2 part 1 (script by Abnett, art by Richard Elson). Simon Davis cover.

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WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART BY JESÚS SAEZ AND PALMIOTTI; PAINTED COVER BY JOE JUSKO. In the wake of the terrifying events at Bear Mountain, Preston returns home with more questions than answers regarding Agent Mickey Rinaldi and her Genie initiative. Seeking the advice of his friend Sam, Preston attempts to explain his problem when he receives an urgent call regarding another grisly murder, one that may be tied directly to Herod. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

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30 Days of Night TPB Series Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects 30 Days of Night (2002) #1-3.

Written by Steve Niles. Art by Ben Templesmith.

30 Days of Night collects all three issues of Steve Niles' blood-curdling tale of vampires running amok in the arctic in one handsome volume. Niles' gripping tale, vividly brought to life through the evocative artwork of Ben Templesmith, details the unfortunate town of Barrow, Alaska, whose month-long winter darkness provides a siren call to a band of bloodthirsty vampires. The townspeople's only hope of survival lies in the hands of Stella and Eben, the local husband-and-wife sheriff team. This 30 Days of Night collection features additional story pages not included in the original releases, as well as an introduction by acclaimed horror scribe Clive Barker.

Softcover, 80 pages, full color. MATURE READERS

Cover price $17.99.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY PASCUAL FERRY; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET. The conclusion of the 4-part "Lost Hearts!" The search for Lana ends, but not as you'd expect. Will the two lost souls of Lana and Clark rekindle the romance from their childhood in Smallville? And what key does Girl 13 have to saving them? For more information, see the feature article. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART BY DWAYNE TURNER AND DANNY MIKI; COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET. "Lost Hearts," Part 2 of 4. While searching for Lana, Superman ? who has been forced to go underground in his quest ? encounters a mysterious young woman calling herself Girl 13. Does she hold a clue to Lana's disappearance, or will her presence drag Superman further into the underworld? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

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Cover art by Eric Shanower. Untitled story, script and art by Eric Shanower; Achilles is summoned once more to join the war against the Trojans; His father bids him good-bye with gifts, but his mother, Thetis, isn't so supportive; She can only see that her son is rushing to his death. Once already Achilles slipped past her to war; Thetis is determined never to let him out from under her thumb again; Meanwhile, Telephus is suffering from his wound and calling for Achilles; But is Achilles really "the wounder"? This critically acclaimed series tells the complete story of the world-famous War at Troy, freshly retold for the 21st century. 28 pgs. $3.50. Cover price $3.50.

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Cover art by Udon Studio (Alvin Lee identified). Story recap. Dead Man's Switch Part Six of Six: A Little Crazy, script by Gail Simone, art by Udon Studio (Alvin Lee identified); Alex, Outlaw and Taskmaster fight through an army of mercenaries; Alex takes on Higashi as a client. 36 pgs. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Auction Item: CBCS 9.8 View scans Auction opens July 6 Paper: White Label #22-2DC8414-007

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The Underneath: Part 2 of 6 - Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Michael Gaydos. Cover by David Mack. The compelling arc continues! Characters in this issue: Jessica Jones; Scott Lang [Ant-Man]; J. Jonah Jameson; Spider-Woman [Mattie Franklin]; Malcolm; Tina; Madame Web. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Come Home!" Collects Alias (2001 Marvel) #11-15. Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS. Art by MICHAEL GAYDOS. Cover by DAVID MACK. Super hero-turned-private eye Jessica Jones travels to upstate New York to investigate the disappearance of a teenage girl - rumored to be a mutant! Plus: A date with... Ant-Man? Softcover, 128 pages, full color. MATURE READERS Cover price $13.99.

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by Hitoshi Okuda Five thousand years ago, Washu knowingly gave life to her own evil twin. Now, after a lengthy nap, her creation is back and ready to rumble! Everyone has a dark side, but is the plucky super genius ready to face the wrath of Black Washu?! (CAUT: 3) NOTE: Not available outside North America. b&w, 32pg (1 of 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Alter Ego #21 headlines The Iger Comics Kingdom of the 1940s-50s and the Golden Age Justice Society of America, with two fabulous full-color covers ? Dave Stevens (Sheena) and Irwin Hasen (JSA)! Inside, the "shop" that created art and story for Quality, Fiction House, Fox, and many others is examined, with rare art and artifacts by Will Eisner, Lou Fine, Murphy Anderson, Reed Crandall, Matt Baker, Mort Meskin, Nick Cardy, George Evans, Bob Kane, George Tuska, Jack Kamen, and many others! There's a special "Sheena" section with art by Dave Stevens, Frank Brunner, and other fantastic "good girl" artists over the years! Plus, Roy Thomas on the JSA and All-Star Squadron ? featuring scarce art by Gil Kane, Jack Kirby, Alex Toth, Jerry Ordway, Rich Buckler, Mart Nodell, Irwin Hasen, et al. ? including still more unseen art from an unpublished 1946 All-Star Comics adventure! Also, Michael T. Gilbert concludes the Gardner Fox scrapbook, with plenty of rarely-seen art, plus there's FCA (Fawcett Collectors of America) with C.C. Beck, Marc Swayze, Will Lieberson, Kurt Schaffenberger, and others! (TwoMorrows Publishing) Magazine, 108pg, b&w $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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Cover by Frank Cho. "A Spider's Tale," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; At the end of his fight with Shathra, a stunned and weakened Peter had succumbed to her sting's poison; But luck favored him when he entered a spiders' den and she lost his scent; Unbeknownst to Peter, he is taken to Ghana by Ezekiel, a friend of his; There Ezekiel feeds him the story of the first Spider-Man, Kwaku Anansi; Ezekiel takes Peter to a holy place of Spiders, something he refers to as a "place of power"; He tells that Peter will have an advantage here; Peter is confused, but is forced to dress up when Shathra comes to the place; A bitter fight ensues. Three-page preview of The Incredible Hulk #50, script by Bruce Jones, art by Mike Deodato, Jr. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN. ART BY MARC LANNING AND JOHN STOKES. PAINTED COVER BY JIM SILKE. "Coming Home" Part 5 of 5. Blackmail, theft, arson, destruction of private property, assaulting a police officer, and impersonating a ghost. These are just a few of the crimes committed, as Harry Kraft's return to his hometown of Chicago comes to an explosive - and deadly - conclusion. MATURE READERS FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.75.

b&w. Cover price $2.99.

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February 2003. Cover by Kelly Freas. Stories: "Shootout at the Nokai Corral"(Part 1) by Rajnar Vajra, "Capture Radius" by Stephen L. Burns, "Distance" by Maya Kaathryn Bohnhoff, "Lavender In Love" by Brian Plante, and "Between Singularities" by Wolf Read. Science Fact article: "Paleolakes, Jokulhlaups, and Mobergs: What Iceland Reveals About "Wet Mars"' by Richard A. Lovett. Probability Zero article: "The Haseg" by Jerry Oltion. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 144 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

Volume 17, Issue 1 (Whole Number 121) - February, 2003. Softcover, 8" x 10.5", 60 pages, full color. Cover price $5.95.

Anime & Manga Monthly - anime, games, model kits, toys. The ultimate magazine for anime fans! This issue: GTO - Too Cool for School; Animerica Interview with Tohru Fujisawa; Earth Maiden Arjuna; Animerica Interview with Shoji Kawamori; G Gundam - More Mobile Fighters. Also: The Winners of the Animerica Mecha Challenge! Squarebound. Magazine, 96 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

The Anime Fan's Comic Magazine! This month: It is you destiny! Fate plays a huge role in manga, and A.E. describes a few where destiny takes a hand; learn about Yû Watase's post-Ceres project, Imadoki; and the winners of the belated New Years' Art Contest. Plus the Manga serials: Short Program 2: An earthquake shakes up a relationship; Fushigi Yûgi: Miaka faces two Genbu Warriors, but they died years ago; Video Girl Ai: Yota finally arrives to save Ai, but is he enough? Steam Detectives: The true villain is unmasked, but not caught; Chicago: The final, climactic installment of Chicago; Revolutionary Girl Utena: Utena confronts Akio with the information Touga told her; Marionette Generation: Lunch goes searching for Kinoko's spirit; Banana Fish: Ash begins a deadly combat with Arthur. Magazine, 160pg, b&w Cover price $4.95.

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3rd Edition - 1st printing. Written and illustrated by ANDREW VACHSS. When Another Chance to Get it Right debuted in 1993 on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dark Horse was deluged with phone calls as people tried to find the book. Now, eight years later, Dark Horse is offering the acclaimed book in an updated version that features the original 13 short stories, poetry, and allegory, is a celebration of the potential of parenting. The beautiful illustrations add a dimension to the book that is rarely seen in the parenting genre, making it as much inspirational as it is instructional. The updated edition is 30% larger than the previous editions, with 20 never-before-seen pages of prose and illustrations wrapped in a new cover by Geof Darrow, conceptual designer for the motion pictures The Matrix I, II, and III. Softcover, 88 pages, B&W. NOTE: Mostly text with illustrations. Cover price $11.95.

1st printing. Collects Apache Skies (2002) #1-4. Written by John Ostrander. Art by Leonardo Manco. Painted cover by Leonardo Manco. When the Apache Kid is murdered, a mysterious gunslinger seeks revenge - alongside the famous Rawhide Kid! Featuring gorgeous painted art by Leonardo Manco, this MAX series takes a hard look at the Wild West. Softcover, 112 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $12.99.

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WRITTEN BY RICK VEITCH; ART BY YVEL GUICHET AND MARK PROPST; COVER BY ALEX MALEEV. It's Aquaman as you've never seen him before! The aftermath of JLA's "The Obsidian Age" has left Aquaman hated by his former subjects and exiled from the life-giving ocean he once called home. Battered and left to perish on an exposed reef, Aquaman discovers ? to his horror ? that all the denizens of the deep are instructed to attack him without mercy. But though his beloved ocean is off-limits, a mysterious freshwater lake may give him more than just sanctuary. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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First $2.19 cover price. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith. "Santa Saga," script by George Gladir, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's latest stint as a department store Santa may be his last if another bratty kid annoys him!; Will the true spirit of Christmas prevail? "A Tale of Two Coats," script by Greg Crosby, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie's coat is tattered so his mother tells him to buy a new one. "Help From An Expert," script by Hal Smith, pencils by Tim Kennedy, inks by Rudy Lapick; Archie's dad needs help putting together flat-pack furniture. "Cold Hard Truth," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie and the gang make a video of themselves at the beach at the end of summer so they can watch it during the cold, dreary months of winter. "Snow Tired," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Stan Goldberg, inks by Bob Smith; Archie thinks the snow is beautiful until he has to go outside and shovel it up. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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First $2.19 cover price. Cover by Rex W. Lindsey. "Puff Piece," script by Michael Gallagher, pencils by Al Bigley, inks by Al Milgrom; While Archie and Jughead roam a comic book convention, Chuck tries to impress a comic book art editor. Dilton's Wacky Inventions humor page, script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Ernie Colon, inks by Rudy Lapick. "Command Performance," script by Angelo DeCesare, pencils by Al Bigley, inks by Al Milgrom; A European Prince asks Josie to marry him and won't take 'no' for an answer. "For Whom the Ball Tolls," script by George Gladir, pencils by Al Bigley, inks by Al Milgrom; Reggie uses a remote-controlled bowling ball to make a fool out of Archie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Various Double your pages, double your Archie, and double your fun in this double digest full of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC$3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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by Various The spotlight is on the wonderful cast of Archie supporting characters, in this double digest featuring new stories and classic tales. Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

By Paul Castiglia and Fernando Ruiz. (Formerly Archie's Weird Mysteries.) It's a bold new direction for the mystery-loving teens! "Teen Scene Investigators": This issue introduces a brand new concept: Archie and his friends as forensic detectives! When arcade games start disappearing from a popular cinema chain, the top forensic investigators are put on the case ? as soon as they finish introducing forensics to Riverdale High's students on Career Day, that is! Enlisted to help, Archie and his friends soon realize they have forensic specialties of their own: given his exploits in the previous 24 issues, Archie takes the lead as chief crime scene investigator; Chuck uses his formidable talents as a forensic artist; Dilton applies his scientific aptitudes as the chemist; Betty is an all-in- one photo-analyst, linguist, and caster; Veronica sees dollar signs as the financial investigator; and Jughead takes a bite out of each investigation as the "foodologist" ? as long as he doesn't eat the evidence! Each thrilling story contains real forensic science to intrigue and enlighten, and a special crossword puzzle in each issue reinforces what's been learned. It's C.S.I. in high school, and a must for the millions fascinated by forensic fact and fiction alike! FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.19.

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(W) Brian Holquin (A) Lan Medina The Concept: Somewhere around the corner, just beyond the edge of perception, lies a world you never dreamed existed: A world where creatures of myth and gods long thought dead walk unnoticed among the crowded streets of Manhattan. Aria follows the adventures of Lady Kildare, a faerie princess living in Greenwich Village, and her strange circle of immortal friends. Combining sumptuous illustrations, deeply realized characters and deftly paced narrative, Aria is an unforgettable fairy tale for grown-ups. This Issue: Beginning an all-new miniseries: The Uses of Enchantment, a roadside theme park that flourished in the 1950s, has sat abandoned for decades. When a mysterious invitation literally drops into Kildare's lap, she is led to a remarkable discovery in a genuine magical kingdom hidden away in the Catskill Mountains. But a dark and terrible secret lies buried at the heart of this fairytale land, a reminder of the dangers of getting what you wish for. FC 32pp $2.95 Four-issue finite monthly series In stores the week of February 26th. Cover price $2.95.

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by Lee, Easton, Thomas, Stull, & Walker Rowan and Shing, demoralized and shell-shocked after the devastating attack from Moukie and his Children of the Damned, realize that they have no time to regroup because a United Nations special-forces unit is hot on their trail. Shing's life-long friend and confidant, Sasha, is now a captive of the Children. Yet she uses her hostage situation as a way of learning more about the dark designs of Moukie and his mad lust for the power of the Arkanium scrolls. Sash uncovers the puzzle of the bizarre connection that links the destinies of Rowan, Shing, and Moukie while one member of the Children of the Damned makes his play for dominance. As Act One of Arkanium comes to a senses-shattering conclusion, secrets are revealed, ghosts from the past are resurrected, and the bounds of heroism are pushed to their ultimate limits. This is the crucial issue that propels our heroes onto the road of their uncertain fate. FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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By Michael Turner, Talent Caldwell, and Peter Steigerwald Aspen is proud to offer you their first ever company sketchbook! A complete 32-page issue, filled cover to cover with new and never before seen art and illustrations! Explore some of the very first conceptual drawings from Soulfire, Ekos, and Fathom, and find out where many of the ideas behind your favorite comics have come from! Packed with tons of original sketches, drawings and illustrations, this is a great opportunity to discover just what Aspen has in store for the near future! FC, 32pg $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

Aspencomics.com Exclusive - Limited to 1500 copies - by Michael Turner. Art By Michael Turner, Talent Caldwell, and Peter Steigerwald Aspen is proud to offer you their first ever company sketchbook! A complete 32-page issue, filled cover to cover with new and never before seen art and illustrations! Explore some of the very first conceptual drawings from Soulfire, Ekos, and Fathom, and find out where many of the ideas behind your favorite comics have come from! Packed with tons of original sketches, drawings and illustrations, this is a great opportunity to discover just what Aspen has in store for the near future! FC, 32pg$2.99

Auction Item: VF/NM 9.0 View scan Auction opens May 6

Add to cart CGC 9.0 $199.99 or Best Offer View scans CGC Qualified Paper: White "Michael Turner" written on cover in marker. Convention Edition. Label #4332527008 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

Convention Exclusive - Limited to 1500 copies - by Michael Turner. Art By Michael Turner, Talent Caldwell, and Peter Steigerwald Aspen is proud to offer you their first ever company sketchbook! A complete 32-page issue, filled cover to cover with new and never before seen art and illustrations! Explore some of the very first conceptual drawings from Soulfire, Ekos, and Fathom, and find out where many of the ideas behind your favorite comics have come from! Packed with tons of original sketches, drawings and illustrations, this is a great opportunity to discover just what Aspen has in store for the near future! FC, 32pg$2.99

Convention Exclusive - Limited to 750 copies - by Talent Caldwell. Art By Michael Turner, Talent Caldwell, and Peter Steigerwald Aspen is proud to offer you their first ever company sketchbook! A complete 32-page issue, filled cover to cover with new and never before seen art and illustrations! Explore some of the very first conceptual drawings from Soulfire, Ekos, and Fathom, and find out where many of the ideas behind your favorite comics have come from! Packed with tons of original sketches, drawings and illustrations, this is a great opportunity to discover just what Aspen has in store for the near future! FC, 32pg$2.99

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Retailer incentive cover. Assassin black and white preview issue.

Sterling Edition - 2nd and later printings. Story and art by Albert Uderzo. The first new Asterix book for five years sees Asterix and Obelix celebrating their joint birthday party back in the Gaulish village - and some surprise guests have been invited! Meanwhile, Julius Caesar has to deal with an old enemy, Pompey, who is looking for supporters among the legions stationed in Gaul. And just what part do two old friends play in the story - Tremensdelirius, from Asterix and Caesar's Gift, and the lovely Panacea, firth encountered in Asterix and the Legionary? After many exciting adventures, all is finally revealed! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

Volume 12 - 1st printing.

Story and art by Osamu Tezuka.

With the rapidly expanding explosion of manga and anime, the vast creative and spiritual influence of the late, great Osamu Tezuka is being recognized worldwide, the skill, depth, and humanity of his storytelling placing him among the giants of the comics medium. Astro Boy is the action/adventure archetype for the 21st century, an action-packed roller-coaster ride for all ages imbued with humor, warmth, and wry commentary on humanity in the technological age. In this volume: "Roboid"; "The Eues of Christ"; "Rejuvenating Gas"; and "Space Broadcast."

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, B&W.

Cover price $9.95.

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WRITTEN BY ROBBIE MORRISON; ART BY FRAZER IRVING; PAINTED COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 18. The Authority returns in an intense new one-shot! The birth of a new being has caused the Sun to rapidly age, causing a potential supernova five billion years early! While an easy solution would be for the Authority to kill the newborn entity, the consequences of such an action could spell doom for the entire solar system! Will the return of a long-forgotten ally be enough? Will our heroes prevail against incredible odds? Is mankind doomed to extinction? For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 48 PG. $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART AND PAINTED COVER BY ASHLEY WOOD EYE OF THE STORM. In stores December 18. Now that Automatic Kafka has discovered his drug of choice, it's time to indulge in more carnal pleasures...with a former teammate! Introducing Helen of Troy, holy purveyor of toxic sex-magic. Also, a child's nightmares leads to the arrival of a former $tranger$ adversary. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Reprint edition that originally came packaged with Goliath from Marvel Legends Series IV action figures. FC. 32 pgs.

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"The Powers That Be!" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Gary Frank. Inks by Jon Sibal. Cover by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal. Earth's Mightiest Heroes have restored calm and normality to the world after stopping Scorpio's scheme for global subjugation. And to show its gratitude, the United Nations declares the Avengers a "sovereign entity" -- thus Avengers Mansion becomes Avengers Embassy! However some people in the U.S. government are not thrilled that the powerful team of super-heroes will no longer be reporting to them. So contingency plans are set in motion. In the meantime, Cap appoints the temperamental Peter Gyrich to be the Avengers' official U.N. liaison. And then he appoints the Falcon to keep an eye on Mr. Gyrich. Cameo appearances by Jarvis, Ant-Man, Jack of Hearts, Sub-Mariner, and Thor. Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Falcon, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Vision, Warbird, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Note: The last page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 92,547; average paid circulation 77,960.) 40 pages. Cover price $2.25.

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"Broken Hearts" Script by Geoff Johns. Pencils by Gary Frank. Inks by Jon Sibal. Cover by Gary Frank and Jon Sibal. These are difficult days for two recent additions to the Avengers: Ant-Man (aka Scott Lang) and the Jack of Hearts. First, Scott Lang is in court for a custody hearing involving his daughter Cassie. And unfortunately, the judge does not rule in his favor. The dejected avenger returns to Avengers Embassy and wants to become a permanent member of the team. Second, Jack Hart's medical condition is growing worse by the day, and he must spend more and more time inside the Zero Room. When the Jack of Hearts in frustration bursts through the roof of the Fifth Avenue mansion, the golden avenger gives chase and convinces Jack to return. Hopefully, both men's lives will get better in the weeks ahead. Cameo appearance by Peggy Lang. Avengers Lineup: Ant-Man, Iron Man, Jack of Hearts, Wasp, and Yellowjacket. (Note: This issue contains the same statement of ownership as issue #61.) 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

Collects material from Avengers Two: Wonder Man and the Beast (2000) #2, Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #29 and Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #77. Story by Kurt Busiek, Roger Stern, and Roy Thomas. Art by George Perez, Mark Bagley, and John Buscema. 34 pages, FC.