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Magnus, Robot Fighter Vol. 2 HC
 Dark Horse delivers another fantastic collection of rare classics from a comics legend! Russ Manning, famous for his spectacular work on the Tarzan newspaper strips of the late sixties, brought fans his "Tarzan of the future" in Magnus, Robot Fighter. While his work on the original comics series lasted only twenty-one issues, Manning's creation has survived generations, influencing countless science fiction artists and writers to this day. Fans of Alex Raymond, Mac Raboy, or Wally Wood should not miss this beautifully bound hardcover, the second Magnus archival collection and the latest addition to Dark Horse's line of science-fiction classics. Collecting issues #8-#14 of the 1964-66 original Magnus series. � Never before collected in any format, the Dark Horse Magnus Robot Fighter 4000 A.D. Volume 2 hardcover is published in the popular "Archive" format and is a welcome addition to any comic collector's bookshelf! |
Nail TPB
 Hunted in one of the most desolate regions of America, preyed upon by an evil that does not sleep, Rex Hauser is The Nail-and it's time he took a stand. A semi-pro wrestler, Hauser has been touring the country performing at small-time arenas until the fateful night he and his family run afoul of a bloodthirsty gang of Satanic bikers stalking the North Dakota Badlands. Now he's a lone man fighting for the survival of his loved ones in a no-holds-barred standoff against the forces of Hell itself! Co-written by the newly formed CREEP International writing team of modern horror masters Rob Zombie and Steve Niles, The Nail is a relentless, unflinching portrait of the heart of darkness, and what one man will sacrifice to hold it at bay. Collecting the four-issue miniseries. FOR MATURE READERS |
Lone Wolf and Cub Vol. 26: Struggle in the Dark TPB
 One could believe the old adage about the grass being greener on the other side. But, if you're referring to the "other side" of the Sanzu, the river between life and death, chances are it will be white, the color of a samurai's death robes. And a lot of that "grass" was probably dispatched by the hand of Itto Ogami. The Yagyu "grass," spies planted for years in local citizenry, has been on the move, gathering in Edo for a final battle. The ronin Itto Ogami has walked a path of demons with Daigoro at his side, on a quest of vengeance and death that has shaken the very foundations of the samurai caste and the shögunate. No one has been able to stop him, not even the crafty, Abeno Kaii and it looks like he's about see his final day, but he won't go out without a battle of wits! Only three more volumes until the long-awaited conclusion of Lone Wolf and Cub . And when it's over, you'll only want to read it again. This volume contains the following stories: Tales of the Grass:...... |
Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care TPB
 It's race time in Indianapolis, and the only thing hotter than the action on the track is the passion boiling outside of the stadium walls. Local Grendel chief Hack has his hands full. Between the volatile visiting Grendel clans tearing up the town, a mysterious vigilante on a Grendel-killing spree, and forces within his own clan that seek to depose him, there's little room for error or emotion. But when he feels himself falling for Dana, the city hospital's headstrong lead physician, he quickly finds things spiraling out of his control. And he's not the only one with problems. Dana's struggling with her delinquent son, desperately trying to keep him away from the very Grendel that she herself is growing ever attracted to. Collecting the six-issue miniseries. |
Lone Wolf and Cub Vol. 27: Battle's Eve TPB
 Hooooo doggy! The tension is getting so thick, a dotanuki wielded by the strongest samurai would have a hard time cutting through it! Just two more volumes left until one of the world's most classic pieces of comic-book literature reaches its exciting and emotional conclusion. Two swords remain planted in the ground, awaiting the final duel between the conniving Retsudo and the vengeful Itto, and little Daigoro guards the two blades with his life. Indeed, his life is threatened when a stampede of villagers escaping a burning village almost plow him into the dirt. Impressed townfolk decide to stop and help him, staying for a while on the same beach. For once, Daigoro experiences the joy of being a child, playing with the other children, but that peace won't last long. Yaygu Retsudo, imprisoned in the castle of the shögun, deceives his way to freedom and commands the very last members of the Yagyu ninja to kill Itto! But knowing swords alone won't kill him, Yagyu sends a strange and fascinating weapon to...... |
Samurai: Heaven and Earth #4 (of 5)
 The samurai Shiro has traveled thousands of miles and fought countless battles in pursuit of his kidnapped lover Yoshiko. Now, finally, he's found her. She is imprisoned within fabulous Versailles as a plaything for France's Sun King, Louis XIV! Neither palace walls nor the blades of the king's Musketeers will keep Shiro from her side. But with a plot to assassinate the king afoot, will the lovers survive a reunion? The amazing artwork of Luke Ross brings Ron Marz's story of adventure and intrigue to stunning life! � "Wow. Samurai battle in feudal Japan, Chinese warlords, French Musketeers, honor, sacrifice, long-lost love in Paris. Man, this book has everything! Ron Marz and Luke Ross are in top form with this tale. Samurai: Heaven and Earth is one of the few books that I'm eagerly awaiting." -Frank Cho |
Rascals in Paradise Ltd. Ed. HC
 "Spicy" Saunders is a teen-age bombshell with lots of attitude and very little clothing! She's teamed with a pair of over-the-hill Soldiers of Fortune to fulfill a deathbed vow to her father to find the mysterious River of the Arrow. To do that, they must overcome acts of angry gods, animal magnetism, and men and women of bad intentions! Combining rocketships and rayguns with the savage passions of the Malay Jungle of 1932, Silke's visual storytelling is unmatched, and it's never looked better than in this deluxe limited edition! This hardcover features a plate of all-new art signed by Silke himself! If you're a fan of high-quality, good-girl cheesecake, here's a slice to devour! |
Samurai Executioner Vol. 5 TPB
 Striking similarities between Lone Wolf & Cub and Koike and Kojima's sidebar storyline Samurai Executioner (known as Kubikiri Asa in Japan) are evident in the cool attitude, rebellious honor, and unflappable bushido of the lead characters of both series, but readers will delight in the whole new genre of Edo-era samurai spirit in Samurai Executioner . Wrapped tightly around a core of crime fiction, we enter a world of harsh, and violent crime, and the forces up against it. In this volume, after a few initial stories of criminals' lives leading to execution, we meet two Edo-era police officers and explore their specialized methods of capturing crafty criminals. Then, in Koike's signature fashion, the volume ends with a psycho killer and her grueling and violent end. It's like a history lesson, art education, and pulp sensation, all wrapped up in one fantastic series. � Never before published in America, Samurai Executioner was the companion to one of the most seminal works of manga, Lone Wolf & Cub !...... |
Rascals in Paradise TPB
 "Spicy" Saunders is a teenage bombshell with lots of attitude and very little clothing! Teamed with a pair of over-the-hill Soldiers of Fortune, she's fulfilling a deathbed vow to her father to find the mysterious River of the Arrow, and to do that the trio has to overcome acts of angry gods, animal magnetism, and men and women of bad intentions! Radical body make-up, talking apes, Technicolor spaceships, aerial combat, leopard-skin loincloths, human sacrifices, tantalizing tree-swinging, and lots of luscious ladies -- that's what Rascals in Paradise is made of! Combining rocketships and rayguns with the savage passions and sadistic rituals of the Malay Jungle of 1932, Silke's visual storytelling is unmatched as he tosses in a gorgeous pinup on almost every page. Collecting issues 1-3 of the sizzling hit series, this fully painted book will appeal to aficionados of Frank Frazetta, Dave Stevens, and Alex Raymond. If you're a fan of high-quality, good-girl cheesecake, here's a slice you'll devour! |
Michael Chabon Presents: The Amazing Adventures of the Escapist #6
 In these pages, the Spirit meets the Escapist! That's right-legendary comics godfather Will Eisner returns to his world-famous creation for a meeting that neither WWII-era hero will soon forget. This is the first new Spirit story both written and drawn by Eisner to see print in decades! Also in this issue is the comics writing debut of Lannan and Whiting award winner Chris Offutt! Thomas Yeates ( Conan ) lushly illustrates this celebrated author's tale of the Escapist in Vietnam. Dan Best and Eddie Campbell ( From Hell ) present a fully-painted story of the Empire City 1939 World's Fair, and Howard Chaykin ( American Flagg! ) returns to concoct "Liberators," a fact-based tale of art looted by the Nazis, set in 1945 Paris! Norwegian indy cartoonist JASON contributes an Escapist spoof, and Steven Grant and Norm Breyfogle proffer the first Weird Date story of the anthology! One of the myriad classic titles created by Kavalier & Clay, Weird Date featured mixes of classic Alex Toth romance comics...... |
Samurai: Heaven and Earth #5 (of 5)
 The epic miniseries roars to its climactic issue! After thousands of miles and countless battles, the samurai Shiro has found his love, Yoshiko, amidst the fabulous wealth of Louis XIV's palace at Versailles. Even if the mirrored halls must run red with blood, Shiro will make good on his vow that he and Yoshiko will be together... "If not life, then in death." Nothing can stand in his way-not the King's Musketeers, not even a plot to assassinate Louis himself! The all-star team of Ron Marz, Luke Ross and Jason Keith brings the tale to its unforgettable conclusion! "The art Luke Ross has produced for this series is incredible. The detail he's putting into every page really brings the story to life." -Greg Land |
Blade of the Immortal Volume 11: Beasts TPB
 After traveling a long and perilous road together, Rin and her immoral bodyguard, Manji, have become separated, Rin risking life and limb in her pursuit of her family's murderer, the ruthless Anotsu Kagehisa, leader of the outlaw Itto-Ryu sword school. Manji is slowly recovering -- and reassembling -- after being dismembered by Itto-ryu thugs, and has set off to find Rin. Meanwhile, both friends and enemies are also assembling. Manji's ally, the beautiful assassin Hyakurin has put a lot of Itto-ryu swordsmen under the dirt, but the tides are turned when she falls under the hands of a group of Itto-ryu killers who will go to any length -- and spare no agonies -- to get her to talk. Collecting issues #66-72 of the ongoing series. |
Steve Rude's The Moth TPB
 Jack Mahoney is an acrobatic circus member by day, masked vigilante by night! In this collection, the charismatic Moth battles a savage lionman, a bounty-hunting thug, bloodthirsty mob hit men, and a trio of mischievous cat burglars! Toss in celebrity heroine American Liberty, an outlaw biker gang, circus hijinks, African witch doctors, and a bearded lady, the virtuosic Steve Rude action spills effortlessly from the pages. � Ten-time comic industry award winner Steve Rude (Nexus, Thor, Captain America) and writer/inker Gary Martin (The Art of Comic Book Inking) deliver an action-packed adventure that reminds us of what comics are all about! |
Lone Wolf and Cub Vol. 28: The Lotus Throne TPB
 What exactly needs to be said in solicitation copy for the VERY LAST VOLUME OF LONE WOLF AND CUB ? It's the moment you've all been waiting years and years to read. It's the end of the long path the ronin father and son have been on since the boy's birth. Through unimaginable violence and bad weather, across hundreds of miles of blood-soaked roadbeds, over years of tragedy and anguish, to this final 320 pages of still-epic story, Itto and Daigoro have kept us holding on to what little hope exists in a world where honor is all but forgotten and warriors are obsolete. It's a bloody battle all the way to the finish, with dramatic twists and turns right up to the final page. Stay with us as we conclude the translation of what will always be considered one of the finest examples of comic-book mastery ever created, Lone Wolf and Cub. This volume contains the following stories: Corpse Tree Flute and Wave The Lotus Throne Empty Stirrups Arms |
SpyBoy Volume 5: Spy-School Confidential TPB
 What IS it about SpyBoy that's so darn cool? The slick costume? The cutting-edge motorcycle? The stylin' goggles? Yes, yes, and yes! But that's not all! He's the only teen that could break into Fort Knox, yet fail his math test. He's "man" enough to take on a gang of thugs armed to teeth without breaking a sweat, yet shy enough that he'd trip over a raisin when he asks a girl to the prom. While SpyBoy is a dashing -- and deadly, if need be -- secret agent, Alex Fleming, his alter ego, has about as much street cred as your grandmother. But all that's about to change when Fleming runs for...class president?! And there's more than enough for his SpyBoy guise to take on, too, when he, SpyGirl and spy-wanna-be Butch take on the roughest, toughest hombre ever to bathe in the Rio Grande...Hanging Chad! Not a discerning fan of Dark Horse's coolest sleeper hit?! Shame on you! Go out and buy the previous collections, right now, before Peter David smacks you! Only then can you enjoy this newest collection:...... |
Spyboy/Young Justice TPB
 The deadly duo of REMbrandt, the artist of dreams, and Annie Mae, the diminutive Japanese crime boss who looks like a child but is hundreds of years old, has hatched a plan to control the dreams of their victims and give these nightmarish incarnations physical form. Only SpyBoy, his spy-pals, and the Young Justice team have experience with these threats. They'll have to join forces if they hope to defeat this villainous alliance, thwart a plan to bring about international chaos, and discover REMbrandt's true identity. Super-teens unite in this first ever inter-title crossover featuring both creative teams from Dark Horse's SpyBoy and DC Comics' Young Justice ! Featuring a new jam-cover by Mhan and Nauck. |
Usagi Yojimbo Vol. 16: The Shrouded Moon TPB
 Throughout his journeys across feudal Japan, rabbit ronin Usagi has faced many dangers, crossed paths with some who have become his sworn enemies, and forged bonds of friendship stronger than any threat that might cross his path. Collected here are six tales featuring those companions Usagi holds dear. "Showdown" finds Usagi traveling with master swordsman Gen, as the two disrupt the dueling influences of a pair of corrupt families. Neko ninja clan leader Chizu finds herself betrayed and on the run in "Escape!" In "Three Seasons," Usagi is forced to defend himself with the most unlikely of weapons. The beautiful thief Kitsune's tragic history is revealed in "The Shrouded Moon" and "Kitsune's Tale." And in "Lesson in Courtesy," a hot-headed young Usagi incurs a debt that takes nearly a lifetime to repay! Once again, Stan Sakai masterfully weaves together the many threads of intrigue, adventure, humor, and heart in another endearing Usagi Yojimbo...... |
Samurai Executioner Vol. 6 TPB
 The stoic bushido world of Samurai Executioner is one full of flying, disembodied heads, and odd happenings. And this volume is no exception. There are always stories of crimes and ensuing punishment, and plenty of squirting blood, but this volume promises a story that will fascinate and produce a few grins. A mysterious woman, with a turtle-like demon tattooed on her back and the ability to swim like no other, is stealing weapons of men around Edo. It's scarring egos and causing lots of problems. Of course, Asa has the answer to the mystery. And in a surprise turn, a samurai cop whom we've met before finally captures the woman, and does so in a rather erotic way. � Never before published in America, Samurai Executioner was the companion to one of the most seminal works of manga, Lone Wolf & Cub ! � Each volume comes shrink wrapped and carries an 18+ content advisory. |
Scarlet Traces: The Great Game #1 (of 4)
 This fantastical new miniseries picks up where the critically acclaimed hardcover left off. After almost four decades of conflict, the British invasion of Mars has ground into a bloody stalemate in the dust of the red planet. Launched to fanfares and cheers, the times and mood have changed, as the British Government under the iron hand of Prime Minister Spry struggles to wage a war another world away while keeping its grip on an increasingly troubled and turbulent empire. Riven with revolt and revolution, the glory that was Great Britain is unravelling at the seams with freedom and free speech brutally sacrificed to maintain order. However, this is nothing compared to what is happening on Mars, and the worst is yet to come! � Sequel to the best comic book of all time, Scarlet Traces . � From the creators of the fan-favorite Kingdom of the Wicked ! |
Michael Chabon Presents: The Amazing Adventures of the Escapist #7
 This very special seventh issue of The Amazing Adventures of the Escapist features...no Escapist whatsoever! Instead, Pulitzer-winning author Michael Chabon takes over the entire issue with a sensational story introducing the mysterious Mr. Machine Gun, a character torn straight from the pages of Chabon's The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay. Legendary duo Kavalier and Clay created scads of fascinating characters, and Mr. Machine Gun was one of the best. A former guinea pig of Nazi bioexperimentation, the WWII hero turned to a postwar career in politics. Now, dealing with an intensely personal tragedy, Senator "Ben Vanderslice" struggles to once more gain control over his murderous right hand! With Chabon aided by artist Eduardo Barreto ( Batman, Aliens vs. Predator ), you'll swear that you're reading the original Sunshine Comics edition--now an impossible find! Who is this classic character that inspired a runaway issue-length tale from a Pulitzer winner? Find out in this snub-nosed and...... |
Japan TPB
 Yuka Katsuragi, a beautiful TV news reporter, has attracted the affections of a Yakuza thug, Katsuji Yashima, who travels with his brother all the way to Spain to find her, only to have his affections rebuffed by Yuka. A terrible earthquake hits, and Katsuji, his brother, and Yuka, along with four high-schoolers in Spain on a field trip, all fall deep underground. While trapped below the surface, they encounter a mysterious old woman who reveals to them prophecies that the wealthy nation of Japan will meet the same demise as the once-prosperous city of Carthage. Katsuji and the others insult the old woman, who then sends them to see the world of the future with their own eyes, a future of desolation and death... � Japan is a dystopian action epic by two of manga's premier creators, Buronson ( Fist of the North Star ) and Kentaro Miura ( Berserk ). � Japan comes shrink-wrapped and carries an 18+ cover advisory. |
Samurai Executioner Vol. 7 TPB
 As Samurai Executioner continues moving into its own world of crime and punishment, honor and bushido, we are beginning to learn more about the characters and situations involved in Edo-era justice. We're learning about Kubikiri Asa, the Shögun's decapitator, and his stoic life. This man's joyless existence is backed by stories of his past as a child, and how they reflect on his present life. But we also learn more about the peace officers of the era. In particular, there's the character "Catcher Kasajirö," the charming young man who uses a hooked rope and chained cudgel with such great skill. With these two characters, one with the guilt of many generations, and one bearing the naiveté of a young buck, comes an odd sort of tenderness to a world of pain and death. � Never before published in America, Samurai Executioner was the companion to one of the most seminal works of manga, Lone Wolf & Cub ! � Each volume comes shrink-wrapped and carries an 18+ content advisory. |
Shadow Rock TPB
 After his mother's death, young Timothy London moves from the big city to the small New England fishing town of Shadow Rock to live with his father. His new home is up the hill from a legendary haunted lighthouse where Timothy discovers the ghost of Kendahl Fog, a little boy who died under mysterious circumstances. Timothy and his new ghostly companion set out to explore the dark underbelly of Shadow Rock and the mystery of Kendahl's death. Harrowing thrills and chills ensue in this classic boy's adventure with a horror twist from Jeremy and Robert Love, the creators of FIERCE. � Spooky mystery and adventure for all ages! � Remember the old ABC after-school specials, when they had programs like BUNNICULA and MS. WITCH? How about R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS series? This book is very much in the spirit of those titles. Kids will LOVE this book. � To learn more about the Love Brothers visit www.gettosake.com |
Doctor Solar, Man of the Atom Volume 3 HC
 The Man of the Atom is mankind's only hope! In a series of catastrophic events like nothing ever witnessed Doctor Solar struggles to save humanity from giant death machines, nuclear annihilation, lava monsters, and robot scorpions! Back in time, Solar relives the incredible events that made him The Man of the Atom! Solar smashes mind-monsters that come to life! A million Solars battle microscopic aliens from outer space! Don't miss the strangest, most fantastic adventures of the atomic age! � This archive collection reprints issues fifteen through twenty-two of Gold Key's original Doctor Solar comic-book series, the revolutionary science-fiction adventure that gave birth to one of comics' most distinctive and beloved superheroes, restored and reprinted for the first time in over forty years! |
Aeon Flux #2 (of 4)
 Family ties can prove useful, especially when Aeon Flux is pulling the strings. Though she keeps her secret agent activity hidden from her sister, Una Flux, Aeon is not above using her sister's love-struck infatuation with a government scientist to her advantage. A little intervention and subtle matchmaking and everyone benefits, including Aeon's eager young protégé, Sithandra. While her drawn out acrobatic training may seem to be a complete waste of time, there is much she can learn from Aeon's experience... and vice versa... |
Usagi Yojimbo #87
 GOLD! The slaves laboring in Lord Sanada's illegal mine-including rabbit ronin Usagi Yojimbo and Geishu bodyguard Tomoe Ame-finally hit pay dirt. But they are at the mercy of the vicious "blood princess" Noriko, who has something horrible in store for them, and all of the other slaves ... Meanwhile, the young page Motokazu arrives at the "plague-quarantined" village. Even if he discovers Sanada's illicit operation, what can one child do against an army of deadly samurai? Will Geishu Lord Noriyuki act on his misgivings before it is too late?! Find out in part five of "The Treasure of the Mother of Mountains," the latest adventure from world-renowned creator Stan Sakai! � 2005 Eisner Award nominee for Best Writer/Artist. � The Art of Usagi Yojimbo has been nominated for Best Publication Design and Best Comics-related Book. |