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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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Retailer incentive cover. Assassin black and white preview issue.

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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.

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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.

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WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO; COVER BY MIKE ZECK AND JERRY ORDWAY The countdown to Azrael's ultimate destiny is ticking away, so the time is right for...a new costume? What strange twist causes the fading angel to don this familiar ? yet different ? costume? And what strange path is his dementia leading him down now? There's an avalanche of answers this issue! FC, 32 PG. $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores December 11. Batgirl helps Batman hunt for the mysterious killer code-named Alpha. What she finds is a guy with amnesia ? wanted by several gun- running goons of Gotham ? who has planted a nuclear weapon in Gotham City. FC, 32 PG.$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND SCOTT BEATTY; ART AND COVER BY MARCOS MARTÍN AND ALVARO LOPEZ The creators of ROBIN: YEAR ONE return with a look into the past of another of comics' most popular characters! Barbara Gordon, following her chance meeting with Robin at the end of ROBIN: YEAR ONE, aspires to become a vigilante herself. But between the skepticism of Batman and the watchful eye of her adoptive father James Gordon, she's finding the hero biz to be an uphill battle! And in her first time out of the gate, she must take on Killer Moth! For more information, see the feature article. For a signed version, see the Dynamic Forces section of Previews! FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 9) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY JEPH LOEB; ART AND COVER BY JIM LEE AND SCOTT WILLIAMS Jeph Loeb & Jim Lee continue their run on BATMAN with Part 3 of the 12-part "Hush." Even Arkham can't hold Killer Croc, or at least that's what Batman and Amanda Waller want him to believe. It seems tracking Gotham's most voracious reptile is the only way to find out who stole the 10 million clams. The problem is keeping Croc contained. The streets burn in this City of Shadows as Catwoman turns up the heat. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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1st printing. Story and art by Kia Asamiya. Translated by Max Allan Collins. Painted cover by Kia Asamiya. When a crime spree takes the Dark Knight from the familiar turf of Gotham City across the globe to Tokyo, he finds himself locked in mortal combat with his greatest enemies...but are they really what they appear to be? This graphic novel presents famed manga creator and Uncanny X-Men artist Kia Asamiya's (Silent Moebius, Steam Detectives) uncompromising take on the World's Greatest Detective, first serialized in Japan and now collected in English in one mammoth hardcover volume! Originally presented over a year-long span in the pages of Kodansha's Magazine Z, CHILD OF DREAMS has been painstakingly adapted by acclaimed mystery novelist Max Allan Collins (ROAD TO PERDITION, BATMAN). The question at the heart of this story is whether Batman is truly at war with the familiar members of his Rogue's Gallery - The Joker, The Riddler, Two-Face, The Penguin, and Catwoman - or if they're just bizarre simulations brought on by Fanatic, a new drug that's hit the mean streets of Gotham City. Batman soon learns that Fanatic turns would-be super-villains into facsimiles of the genuine article...with just one hitch: After a few hours, they melt down into mummified corpses! Now it's up to Batman to put a decisive stop to the chaos caused by Fanatic, even if the battle takes him to another continent! This is far more than just another Batman story; it represents an iconic figure transcending the international borders of comic-book style and finding a interpretation from a distinctly different cultural perspective! Hardcover, 352 pages, B&W Cover price $24.95.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Kia Asamiya. Translated by Max Allan Collins. Painted cover by Kia Asamiya.

When a crime spree takes the Dark Knight from the familiar turf of Gotham City across the globe to Tokyo, he finds himself locked in mortal combat with his greatest enemies...but are they really what they appear to be?

This graphic novel presents famed manga creator and Uncanny X-Men artist Kia Asamiya's (Silent Moebius, Steam Detectives) uncompromising take on the World's Greatest Detective, first serialized in Japan and now collected in English in one mammoth hardcover volume! Originally presented over a year-long span in the pages of Kodansha's Magazine Z, CHILD OF DREAMS has been painstakingly adapted by acclaimed mystery novelist Max Allan Collins (ROAD TO PERDITION, BATMAN).

The question at the heart of this story is whether Batman is truly at war with the familiar members of his Rogue's Gallery - The Joker, The Riddler, Two-Face, The Penguin, and Catwoman - or if they're just bizarre simulations brought on by Fanatic, a new drug that's hit the mean streets of Gotham City. Batman soon learns that Fanatic turns would-be super-villains into facsimiles of the genuine article...with just one hitch: After a few hours, they melt down into mummified corpses!

Now it's up to Batman to put a decisive stop to the chaos caused by Fanatic, even if the battle takes him to another continent! This is far more than just another Batman story; it represents an iconic figure transcending the international borders of comic-book style and finding a interpretation from a distinctly different cultural perspective!

Softcover, 352 pages, B&W.

Cover price $19.95.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY STEFANO GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG; COVER BY HOBERG In stores December 4. The weekly miniseries continues! His name says it all: The Technician creates weapons for Athena's super-villain group, and he's also inserted himself into Gotham's underground, unleashing a panoply of new weaponry to the crime families that tear the city apart. Batman's caught wind of the arms escalation, however, and he wants it stopped, now! But the G.C.P.D. is running its own investigation, and Detectives Montoya and Allen are looking to break the case themselves. Which means goodbye Batman and hello Matches Malone! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 8) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART BY STEVE LEIBER AND STEFANO GAUDIANO; COVER BY GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG In stores December 11. On the outside, he's all that's wholesome ? the all-American man, sadly out of time. In reality, it's his victims who are out of time. Mr. Fun has been assigned a surprising target, and it's up to Batgirl and Nightwing to stop him. Batman, meanwhile, discovers a deadly clue to Athena's past, but he may be too late as Athena and her gang are about to put their master plan into action! FC, 32 PG. (7 OF 8) $2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN FRANCIS MOORE; ART AND COVER BY STEFANO GAUDIANO AND RICK HOBERG In stores December 18. BATMAN: FAMILY concludes in an extra-sized issue! Batman and his "family" launch an all-out assault on Athena and her "family." But even if they win the battle, can they hope to save Gotham from a long and deadly night? All secrets are revealed, all scores settled ? and when it's over, Gotham will be shaken to its very core, with the future of Wayne Enterprises determined once and for all! FC, 48 PG. (8 OF 8) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT PETERSON; ART BY TIM LEVINS AND TERRY BEATTY; COVER BY BOB SMITH AND BEATTY. Riddle me this! Bent on proving he's the smartest of all villains, the Riddler goes one-on-one with Robin, preying on the teenager's worst fears. FC, 32 PG.$2.25 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY SCOTT BEATTY AND MIKE MIGNOLA. ART BY ROGER ROBINSON, TROY NIXEY, AND JOHN FLOYD. COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND. Guest-starring Robin and Nightwing! Bane has made a startling claim, and this issue we learn the truth about his parentage once and for all. First, he and Batman must stop Gotham's newest villain, Pix, whose quest for vengeance already has spilled blood. And wait until you see the suprising decision Batman makes about Bane's fate! Plus, a Batman Black & White backup, "Gotham Gasworks," written by Mike Mignola (Hellboy) and illustrated by Troy Nixey (Trout, HARLEY QUINN). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.75.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN ARCUDI; ART AND COVER BY ROGER LANGRIDGE. "Auteurism," Part 1 of 2. Once, he was a star...then he was a drunk. Now, he's poised to get to the top once again. But to do it, he'll need the Joker's help! A truly unusual 2-part Batman story by writer John Arcudi (DOOM PATROL) featuring the unique art of Roger Langridge (Fred the Clown). FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY IAN EDGINTON; ART AND COVER BY STAZ JOHNSON AND JAMES HODGKINS In stores January 29. Part 2 of a 3-part Prestige Format series! A black-ops government agency has taken over the Aliens case! But there's still at least one very fierce, very hungry Alien on the loose in Gotham City! Can Batman stop it from wreaking havoc in Arkham Asylum? Co-published with Dark Horse Comics. Prestige Format. FC, 48PG (2 OF 3) $5.95 Cover price $5.95.

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(W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Wilson Tortosa (C) Shane Law (COV) Alex Ross This issue marks the first of a four part story called "Under a Blood Red Sky!" Zoltar has unleashed a weapon far more lethal and devastating than the Iron Terrapin. Rain over Central West brings with it a dangerous alien virus. This virus, designed by Zoltar, will give him the ability to control the minds of the super city's vast population. How will G-Force overcome such insurmountable odds? FC, 32 pages $2.99 Cover price $2.99.

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(W) Munier Sharrieff (P) Joe Chen (c) Shane Law and Udon Studios. Separated from the rest of the G-Force team while on a routine reconnaissance mission, Princess finds herself trapped inside a Spectran base that is conducting horrific experiments on an enslaved populace-the worst of which is the testing of a strange new weapon upon human guinea pigs. Zoltar believes this weapon to be immensely powerful, but only upon the proper wielder. That weapon is the Witchblade. And you can probably guess who the wielder will be... FC, 48pg $5.99 Prestige Format Special Cover price $5.95.

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by Greg Crosby & Stan Goldberg "The Good Deed": Reluctant to return a missing dog for fear of being late for a movie, Betty finally convinces Archie that good deeds bring rewards. And right she is ? all the convincing Archie needs is the gorgeous woman who lost the dog! FC, 32pg (Note Price)$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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by Various "The Gift of the Giver" (by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz): In this poignant Christmas tale, Veronica gives piles of money to charity to show Betty she can be giving, too... but it all backfires when Betty feels compelled to donate her entire gift-buying budget to charity as well! How will Veronica deal with this new guilt? Will the spirit of Christmas guide her to do the right thing? "Strictly Ornamental" (by Kathleen Webb & Jeff Shultz): Betty comes up with her own festive fashion ? by making a dress out of a tree skirt and Christmas ornaments! "Angel Babes" (by Mike Pellowski & Jeff Shultz): Betty, Veronica, and Kim fantasize about being "Arnie's Angels" when they catch the high-action flick about beautiful agents on TV. "Rich Pitch" (by George Gladir & Jeff Shultz): This silly sequel to Betty & Veronica #131's "Gifts for the Rich," takes another look at the 'Big Bucks' catalog ? featuring more useless appliances for the rich and bored! FC, 32pg (Note Price)$2.19 Cover price $2.19.

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Cover pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli. "The Snow Must Go On," script by Barbara Slate, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Betty skips sledding with the gang because she's having fun making a family of snowmen; Veronica decides that Betty is sad about always being outshone by Veronica, and so dulls her appearance down--just in time to appear in a TV spot about Betty and her snow sculptures. "Ladies' Choice," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Veronica says she'll take a Christmas tree; Ethel says she'll take Jughead, who's carrying it. "Dress Warmly," script by Mike Pellowski, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Veronica has an attractive new dress, but the school's heating system breaks down; She has to wear her coat all day, so no one sees her dress. Advice column by "Betty" and "Veronica." "Isn't it Obvious?", script by Kathleen Webb, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie and the girls are picked as extras when teen star Ophelia comes to town, but only Betty is relaxed enough to actually talk with her. "Santa's Choice," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Archie dresses up as Santa Claus, so Betty dresses up as a chimney. "Party Smarty," script by George Gladir, pencils by Jeff Shultz, inks by Henry Scarpelli; Veronica tries to steal the limelight in a revealing Santa costume; The girls stick her with distributing gifts to children, but finally dress as elves to help her out. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.19.

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by Various What's better than a digest full of those teen dream queens Betty & Veronica? A double digest full of them! Featuring new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC $3.59 Cover price $3.59.

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WRITTEN BY ADAM POLLINA; ART AND COVER BY POLLINA AND TYSON MCADOO In stores December 4. With the forces of hell overrunning every corner of the globe, Big Daddy Danger decides to take the battle to their home dimension! Now he must face the demons' champion in pitched combat for no less than the fate of the world! Hell's a poppin' as Big Daddy Danger faces what may be his final bout! FC, 32 PG. (5 OF 9) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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WRITTEN BY ADAM POLLINA; ART BY POLLINA AND TYSON MCADOO; COVER BY MCADOO In stores January 2. As Big Daddy faces off against the champion of an alien race, Danny Danger makes a shocking discovery about the family business. Even if Daddy survives his fight, there's a devilish new problem waiting for him at home! FC, 32 PG. (6 OF 9) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.