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Michael Chabon Presents: The Amazing Adventures of the Escapist #5
 | The blue-suited Escapist is back in the limelight! Howard Chaykin ( American Flagg ) and David Hahn ( Bite Club, Private Beach ) team up for "Siren Song," wherein a mesmerizing saxophone player forces her listeners to commit dastardly deeds! Writer Kevin McCarthy and artist Shawn Martinbrough ( Detective ) present "The Death of the Escapist," with our favorite hero caught by a totalitarian despot. The dictator will crush his citizens' aspirations for freedom-starting with the Escapist! Jason Hall, of Creeper and Pistolwhip fame , writes the polemic "The Final Curtain"- featuring the return of artist Eric Wight, winner of the 2004 Russ Manning Award! Also in this issue, the Master of Elusion takes on the Physician of Illusion-Doc Hypnosis!-in a story written and drawn by Paul Grist ( Kane, Jack Staff ), and veteran comics scribe Roy Thomas returns with more Escapist lore of the 1960s. Last but not least, a very special story written and drawn by alternative comics wunderkind,... |
Godzilla TPB
 | For thirty years, the King of Monsters has slept off the shores of Tokyo. But now he's back, and he's looking to make up for lost time! This 200-page manga epic collects the Godzilla six-issue miniseries originally published in 1988, adapting to English the Kazuhisa Iwata graphic novel. This new edition features a redesigned cover and an afterword on the big lizard's film history. With the advent of Dark Horse's new Godzilla series, no manga, monster, or movie fan will want to be without this critical collection! |
Lions, Tigers And Bears TPB Vol. 1: Fear And Pride
 | Follow Joey Price on the adventure of a lifetime through the Stuffed Animal Kingdom is this epic all-ages odyssey! When Joey's worst fears, The Beasties, come crawling out of his closet in the middle of the night, he finds out his new stuffed animals, the Night Pride, are more real and more needed than he ever could have imagined. |
Go Boy 7 Volume 1: Ready Set Go TPB
 | A mysterious plane crash claims the life of Jonny Zero's parents and leaves him critically injured. Enter Professor Zero, Jonny's uncle, who uses his experimental robotic nonplasm to rebuild the boy. Jonny is transformed into Go Boy 7, the human action machine!This collection of the first four issues of the series feature flash-fire action and high sci-fi drama. Written by Tom Peyer ( The Authority ), with kinetic art by hot newcomer Jon Sommariva. Don't let Go Boy 7 pass you by! |
Grendel Cycle
 | Grand. Operatic. Powerful. Matt Wagner's Grendel , a mainstay in the comics arena for over ten years, has always been a touchstone of eclecticism and excitement. Unfortunately, many of the original stories have been long out of print and are conspicuously absent from the back-issue bins; therefore, in response to readers' demands, Matt Wagner has compiled this Grendel history book. Grendel Cycle begins with an all-new, eight-page primer, written and fully painted by Matt Wagner ( Grendel: Devil Quest, Sandman Mystery Theatre ), giving new readers a lavish introduction to the Grendel mythos, while refreshing the memories of those who have been there all along. This is followed by an extensive overview of the lost stories and the Grendel concept itself that combines text and new artwork by the original series artists -- Wagner, Arnold Pander ( Triple*X ), Bernie Mireault ( The Jam ), Ron Turner, John K. Snyder III ( Harlan Ellison's Dream Corridor ), Jay Geldhof, Tim Sale ( Batman Halloween Special, Deathblow... |
Grendel Tales: Devils and Deaths #2 (of 2)
 | Drago's last mission as a Grendel is to destroy the monster hiding in the forest, and even he is completely unaware of what really lies before him. The monster turns out to be a kindred spirit, another victim who has paid the terrible price of war. Faced with this cold reality, Drago must devise a plan that will allow both him and the monster to leave this world with dignity, and he has to do it before the ambitious Zora gets in the way. Meanwhile, back at town, the wheels of intrigue continue to turn as plans are made to remove the Grendel-General and replace him with a surprising candidate -- his son! The stunning conclusion of Devils and Deaths is from the Croatian team of writer Darko Macan and artist Edvin Biukovic, with painted colors by Eisner Award-nominee Matthew Hollingsworth. Also in this issue: In Matt Wagner's fully painted back-up feature, the menacing Session Twins have arrived in the underground ruins of New York City. As Devil Quest continues, will we finally find out the mysterious... |
Spyboy: Final Exam #1
 | This is it boys and girls! It's the series where everything happens! SpyBoy comes face to face with his greatest challenges ever-his senior prom, his graduation from high school ... and the revelation as to the truth about his mother! All this while going up against his greatest opponent ever-Spyguy! |
Michael Chabon Presents: The Amazing Adventures of the Escapist #2
 | Foes of freedom beware! The Escapist has returned! Join the Master of Elusion in adventure filled tales of hope and liberation in Michael Chabon Presents"The Amazing Adventures of The Escapist #2. You'll be on the edge of you seat as the Escapist ventures behind enemy lines in Nazi Germany to hunt down a German physicist on the verge of turning the tide of World War II! You'll gasp in fear as our hero battles a demonic horde in an Escapist tale from Japan! |
Lone Wolf 2100 Vol 3: Pattern Storm TPB
 | A virus incubating in young Daisy Ogami’s blood may hold the key to saving the world—or destroying it. The Cygnat Owari corporation wants her secret—no matter what it may be, and no matter what the cost in money or lives. Daisy’s only protector is Itto—an android bodyguard falsely accused of killing her father. For over a year, Itto and Daisy have managed to stay one jump ahead of the assassins on their trail. But now the agents of Cygnat Owari have captured Itto, hoping to extract from him through torture Daisy’s hiding place. Only Itto’s captors have not reckoned with the fallout of their own actions: an operative whom they fired has located Daisy, and is setting the stage for Itto to take his revenge on his former employers… A ground-up re-imagining of the original Lone Wolf and Cub manga, this series is being done in association with Kazuo Koike, the writer and co-creator of Lone Wolf an d Cub . FOR MATURE READERS |
Invincible Ed HC
 | A regular geek at Chesterton High, Ed, mistakenly receives the alien power of invincibility but to his horror, being a superhero just hurts like hell! Without super strength, heat vision, or anything at all, Ed learns the ropes of being a superhero with only an extremely high level of pain tolerance. Jealously enraged at Ed's benefit, Lance Lundgrin, schemes to overthrow the geek-gone-super geek. Through the relentless and hilarious pain inflicted on him, Ed learns how to believe in himself and make self sacrifices for the greater good. Collecting the four-issue miniseries into one hardcover volume for one low price. |
Spyboy: Final Exam #4
 | It’s graduation day for the senior class of Rosenberg High, but where’s Alex Fleming, a.k.a. SpyBoy? Trapped in a final, desperate battle with SpyGuy to prevent the entire town from being blown to bits, while Alex’s dad wrestles with the discovery that Alex’s mother is not only alive, but his greatest enemy! |
Grendel: Devil's Reign #5 (of 7)
 | After a brash but decisive attack on the kidnappers' compound, Sherri Caniff has been rescued! However, the political fallout includes a declaration of war from Africa ... though an internal UNOW investigation reveals that Japan has financed the kidnappers! As Grendel-Khan Orion Assante, emperor of the Western world, directs his soldiers to the East, nations start taking sides. The big question is: who has nukes now? Meanwhile, Pellon Cross begins distributing a vampiric "communion" that allows feeders to bleed, thus foiling human barriers. Re-presenting the original Grendel #38, newly remastered by award-winning colorist Matt Hollingsworth. FOR MATURE READERS |
Steve Rude's The Moth #1
 | Warning!! Dark Horse takes no responsibility for bodily injuries sustained while reading The Moth #1. The unbridled action spilling from the pages are an understandable consequence of teaming (penciler) Steve Rude, and (writer/ inker) Gary Martin together. So if you get punched in the eye because you're holding this comic too close, don't come crying to us! In this issue, The Moth runs smack into the face of trouble, in the form of his archrival, Nestor the bounty hunter. Check out the picture of Nestor, in the dictionary definition of the word scum! |
Grendel: Devil's Reign #1 (of 7)
 | The year is 2530, and the corrupt Church has fallen. Continent-wide social upheaval following the collapse of Vatican Ouest's tower in Colorado is compounded by the spreading infestation of vampires-victims of a savage new plague. Ex-COP leader Pellon Cross is still at large, and Eppy Thatcher is nowhere to be found. Orion Assante, in control of North America's most-watched broadcasting frequency, begins his quest to unite the Systems and restore order. While Sherri Caniff works to secure him legitimate power from the BASIC Board of Directors, Orion develops an entirely different form of power: Orion's Sword. His ambitions beg the question: Does the spirit of the Devil still possess Eppy Thatcher, or has it already moved on? It's a Brave New World . and Grendel wants the helm! Re-presenting the original Grendel #34, with newly remastered color by Matt Hollingsworth and all-new cover art by Tim Sale. FOR MATURE READERS |
Jingle Belle #1
 | The first issue features two stories with Jingle Belle and her gal pal Polly Green stirring up trouble. In "A Very Special Jingle Belle Special," Jingle Belle is once again trying to sell her life story as the unsung hero of the holiday season. After several failed attempts Jingle thinks she finally found a way to correct past mistakes. She once again defies Santa's "no publicity" edict and signs with a cartoon producer to make an all-new animated special. But she soon finds herself facing adversaries even more dangerous than the Blizzard Wizard and his snow monsters-contemporary TV executives! The "Polly Green Backup Story" finds Jingle's gal pal Polly Green, fledgling Halloween witch, in quite a predicament. Her family is demanding that she use her magic to conjure up elaborate gifts for them and Polly is sick of being used. Determined to teach her greedy family a lesson, Polly gives one gift to everyone and turns their home into a huge gingerbread mansion. It isn't long... |
Man with the Screaming Brain #1 (of 4)
 | B-movie megastar Bruce Campbell, star of Evil Dead , Army of Darkness , Bubba Ho-Tep, and The Adventures of Brisco County Jr. , comes to comics with this adaptation of his upcoming feature film. Campbell co-wrote the film with David Goodman, as well as directing and starring in it. Working directly from Campbell's script, Hilary Barta ( Alan Moore's Tomorrow Stories ) and Rick Remender ( Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ) present this "director's cut" version of the film before the film itself even hits the theaters. Man with the Screaming Brain tells the story of a wealthy American businessman determined to exploit the crippled economy of a former Soviet state now torn between communist roots and capitalist greed. Campbell's character hits on the wrong gypsy girl and lands in the grip of a mad scientist determined to get rich off a twisted brain-transplant scheme worthy of Dr. Frankenstein. This is the version of the script that Campbell wanted to shoot before budgetary constraints forced them to... |
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. |
Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan: Le Monstre TPB
 | Beasts, savages, natural disasters -- these are the threats of the jungle, the things Tarzan has learned to control. But there is nothing natural about his current quarry! This collection features three separate, monster-ridden story arcs: &quo t;Le Monster," a Phantom of the Opera story; "Modern Prometheus," a Frankenstein story; and "Tooth & Nail," a Jekyll & Hyde story. Beautifully colored, each story showcases its own, period-conscious pallette. There's also a cover gallery section featuring the work of Bernie Wrightson, William Kaluta, and Mark Schultz plus character sketches by Stan and Vince. |
Grendel: Devil's Reign #7 (of 7)
 | With the entire island of Japan annihilated by sun gun technology, Grendel-Khan Orion Assante now commands the entire planet, assisted by his elite and massive guard of Grendels. The world has entered into a grand imperial age, but Orion I has grown old. The only remaining member of his political inner circle, the ruler must somehow produce an heir and safeguard his empire from power-hungry opportunists. Orion I will volunteer his own body for the cause, and has little time to worry about fugitive vampire Pellon Cross or his now-evangelical following. Though the spirit of the Devil must have left the late Eppy Thatcher, a new incarnation may have been in plain sight all along! Re-presenting the original Grendel #40, newly remastered by colorists Matt Hollingsworth and Giulia Brusco. |
Hellboy: The Chained Coffin and Others TPB
 | This third and thickest Hellboy collection compiles all material not included in Seed of Destruction or Wake the Devil . Mike Mignola's story notes accompany the long out-of-print one-shots "Wolves of Saint August" and "The Corpse and the Iron Shoes," as well as "A Christmas Underground," "The Chained Coffin," in color for the first time, and "Almost Colossus," with new story pages. This 176-page collection includes a pinup gallery featuring Kevin Nowlan, Duncan Fegredo, and others, as well as an all-new tale. |
Lone Wolf 2100 Vol. 1: Shadows on Saplings TPB
 | A young girl may hold the key to saving the world -- or destroying it. A corporation wants her secret -- no matter what it may be. Her only companion is an android -- who is accused of killing her father. The first full-length adventure of young Daisy Ogami and her android protector Itto is now available in one volume! Plunge into the dystopian world one hundred years in the future, where human-like "Emulation Constructs" fight to enjoy the same rights as their human creators, where the vast majority of the world's human population struggles to eke out an existence in a hostile landscape, and where both sides are victim to corporate whim and the deadly effects of a manmade plague. Collecting the first four issues of the series. A ground-up re-imagining of the original Lone Wolf and Cub manga, this series is being done in association with, and under the watchful eye of Kazuo Koike, the writer and co-creator of Lone Wolf and Cub. |
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Vol. 3: Uninvited Guests TPB
 | Everyone's favorite champion of goodness is back in a new trade-paperback edition, collecting issues four through seven of the hit ongoing series. Follow Buffy as she battles ice imps, Puritans, hellhounds, and even a demon for good measure! The fourth collection in the sell-out series, this one is a must-have for Buffy aficionados. Otherwise, you're just a loser! |
Hell #1
 | Corey Rolllins has tried his best to take care of himself and his mother since his father disappeared ten years ago. The military claimed that Corey's father went AWOL and vanished, but Corey and his family have never believed the official story. After being visited by a mysterious stranger who tells him his father is still alive, Corey sets out on an adventure that will take him to the island known only as HELL! And once he's there, he may NEVER be able to leave! Written by Brian Augustyn ( Out There , Crimson , JLA ) and features sensational art by Todd Demong and Tim Kane. (Rocket Comics) |
Grendel: God and the Devil #4
 | The exploits of Grendel in the 26th century continue! The political chess match between depraved Pope Innocent XLII, corporate investigator Orion Assante, and the madman wearing the mask of Grendel reaches a new level, as each man continues to turn the screws on the others. Determined to carry out his plans to construct a new church tower, Pope Innocent strikes a backdoor deal with C.O.P. officer Pellon Cross. The mission: destroy Assante, no matter what the cost! Meanwhile, Orion uncovers a deadly secret in the blueprints of Innocent's new construction -- a secret that could bring the entire world to its knees! |
Grendel: Red, White, and Black TPB
 | Dark Horse is proud to present this second Grendel anthology, in the tradition of the multiple Eisner Award-winning Grendel: Black, White, & Red . Each written by the Devil's acclaimed creator, Matt Wagner, these short stories are vignettes of the devious misdeeds of Hunter Rose, the first incarnation of Grendel. The tales are illustrated in stark black, white, and blood red by some of the top talents in comics, including Zander Cannon, Andy Kuhn, Ashley Wood, Tom Fowler, Mike Huddleston, Cliff Chiang, John K. Snyder, and more. Collects the original four-issue miniseries along with three previously uncollected Grendel stories drawn by Matt Wagner himself! The first edition of this trade paperback will feature a new painted cover by Matt Wagner, a matte and spot gloss finish, and cover flaps on the first edition only. |
Spyboy #13.2: The M.A.N.G.A. Affair #2 (of 3)
 | The villainous Dreamboat has poisoned both Japan's Defense Minister and Japan's leading secret agent--SpyGirl! With SpyGirl fighting hallucinations, Dreamboat may finally have the chance to complete his nefarious schemes. Fortunately the organization SpyGirl works for, M.A.N.G.A. (the Middle Asian Network of Global Activities) may be able to team up with their counterparts from the United States, S.H.I.R.T.S. (Secret Headquarters, International Reconnaissance, Tactics, and Spies) in order to stop Dreamboat! Featuring fan-faves Pop Mhan and Peter David, this three issue excursion into madness, close calls, action, and laughs is bound to please. |