ASTRO BOY VOLUME 10 TP by Osamu Tezuka; translation by Frederik L. Schodt
With the Metropolis animated feature a critically-acclaimed must-see, and with the upcoming Sony Astro Boy film readying for 2003 release, the works of Osamu Tezuka are being enthusiastically discovered and re-discovered by American audiences. Tezuka is the unquestioned creative wellspring for the modern anime and manga industries, the influence of his genius now pervading popular culture around the globe, and Astro Boy is the quintessential Tezuka work - innovative, exciting, hilarious, and even heartbreaking. Few works of graphic fiction - or any fiction, for that matter - offer so much fun and humanity that appeals to so many different ages. In this volume: Astro battles the mighty (and really BIG!) Garon; Astro must solve "The 100 Million Year Old Crime;" and Astro is stolen! On sale December 26 SC, 216pg, b&w, 4 1/2" x 7" . . . $9.95
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL #73: FALL FROST part 1 (of 6) by HIROAKI SAMURA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
Pheew! Now that the torturous chapter of Hyakurin is over and at rest, are you ready to move onward to the super action stage? Well, I hope you are, because we're heading into some of the toughest sword battles in the history of Blade of the Immortal. Manji and Magatsu are on the road together, hunting for the vicious Shira in what will surely be a nasty battle, when they all finally come together. But first, we'll join our traveling duo in a short and funny trip to the very recent past and find out exactly how Magatsu came to discover Manji recovering in Master Sori's house. But the light-hearted journey doesn't last very long. Shira's on the prowl, and he's looking meaner than ever. Let the pains begin! FOR MATURE READERS On sale November 13 b&w, 32pg (1 of 6) . . . $2.99
BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL: BEASTS TP by Hiroaki Samura; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
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. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 18
SC, 192pg, b&w . . . $14.95
BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER #51: VIVA LAS BUFFY part 1 (of 4) by SCOTT LOBDELL, FABIAN NICIEZA, CLIFF RICHARDS, and WILL CONRAD; cover by PAUL LEE and BRIAN HORTON
The Buffy monthly takes a bold new direction under the guidance of former X-Men writers Lobdell and Nicieza. It's 1996, and Buffy Summers has just accepted her role as the Vampire Slayer. After the destruction of her high school, she flees to Las Vegas to sort out her life. Meanwhile, Watcher Rupert Giles wonders why on Earth his Slayer hasn't arrived in Sunnydale. The comic takes you where the TV show never did, back to the roots of everything, in the summer before Buffy arrived in Sunnydale. And there's a tall, dark, and handsome stranger keeping an eye on her during those dangerous nights in Vegas. The saga of the Slayer begins again with a new direction for Dark Horse's monthly series! On sale November 27 FC, 32pg (1 of 4) (Lee/Horton cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (1 of 4) (Photo cover) . . . $2.99
CANNON GOD EXAXXION #11: STAGE TWO part 3 by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
Action! Drama! Suspense! Fury! Cannon God Exaxxion packs it all into 40 pages this month, starting from our hero laying on top of a pile of his dead schoolmates, to his cute little crush, Akane, being abducted by alien robots, to an emotional gun battle with another alien robot (and more dead schoolmates), to a rush back to the giant robot, Exaxxion, racing to save it from imminent destruction. It looks like those Riofaldian aliens have something up their sleeves - something big and powerful. We'll have to see how it does against the tough teen and his giant robot. It's all packed inside the pages of Cannon God Exaxxion, now with more pages for your reading enjoyment! MATURE READERS On sale November 20 b&w, 40pg . . . $3.50
CANNON GOD EXAXXION: STAGE 1 TP by KENICHI SONODA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
You'd be in shock, too! Let's say you're Hoichi Kano, typical high school student. Earth has been taken over by what seems to be a kindly, co-existing race of aliens. Your brilliant - and depraved - grandfather, whom you haven't seen in years, shows up to deliver a sexy android AND an integrated, armored, nearly indestructible gun-suit for your personal use. And just in time, because a ball-shaped robot with razor blade arms has just sliced through a wall like soft butter. Think that's a bit of a culture shock? Wait until you find that our alien friends aren't quite as friendly as we thought and that this mechanical monstrosity is just the tip of the invasion iceberg! From Gunsmith Cats and You're Under Arrest! creator, Kenichi Sonoda, comes Cannon God Exaxxion! Collecting issues #1-8 of the series. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 4 SC, 208pg, b&w . . . $15.95
CLASSIC COMIC CHARACTERS #36: MING THE MERCILESS STATUE
Emperor of the planet Mongo, Ming the Merciless is the embodiment of pure evil. Relentless in his quest for domination and in his pursuit of Flash Gordon and Dale Arden, his vicious cunning and sadistic cruelty are enhanced by Alex Raymond's masterly depictions of realistic emotion. A symbol of corruption and oppression, Ming has inspired a host of nefarious science-fiction and comic-strip heavies. Sculpted by Yoe! Studios, this statue comes packaged in a full-color tin box with pinback button and booklet as extras. Collector's note: this piece is limited to only 600 numbered copies, so allocation may occur. On sale November 6 5" tall, packaged in full-color tin box w/certificate, pinback button, and info booklet. Limited to only 600 numbered copies . . . $49.95
COWBOY BEBOP MINI BUSTS: SPIKE SIEGEL AND FAYE VALENTINE
In an imaginary future world of 2071, the collapsed society of Earth has taken to the stars. Cultures and races have been tossed together like a crazy salad of strange ingredients, as have notions of freedom, justice, and love. Standing tall in this confused landscape is Spike Siegel - the hero (or is it anti-hero?) of Cowboy Bebop. And how could we forget the leading lady bounty hunter of Cowboy Bebop, Faye Valentine?!
Cowboy Bebop has set the anime world on fire with a top-selling series of dvds from Bandai Entertainment and manga comics from Tokyopop.
Dark Horse is pleased to announce the first in a series of limited-edition mini busts sculpted by fan favorite (and mini-bust legend) Sam Greenwell.
On sale February 19
Spike Siegel 5" tall, fully painted, packaged in a full-color box, limited to 3,500 $45.00
Faye Valentine 5" tall, fully painted, packaged in a full-color box, limited to 3,500 $45.00
DHORSE DELUXE STATIONERY EXOTIQUE
Dark Horse is teaming up with today's finest outré artists to create a collection of cool stationery sets. Email may be de rigueur, but the art of the letter is still considered top form in socializing from afar.
Tim Biskup. Originally from California, Biskup was raised on Disneyland, Ratfink, badly dubbed Japanese sci-fi movies, punk rock, skateboarding, and underground comics. But it was his obsession with the art of Mary Blair that led him to consider a career in animation. This career has involved him in countless cartoons, including his own short "Freddy Seymore's Amazing Life" for Nickelodeon, and he is currently Background Supervisor for Cartoon Network's "Time Squad." It is the culmination of these activities and influences that have shaped his work.
Seonna Hong is an emerging artist from the Los Angeles art and animation community. Her inherent love of the aesthetic and her unwavering discipline continue to be the foundation of her craft. In 1999, after several rewarding years of teaching art to children, Seonna made the transition into animation and has loved it ever since. Her current projects include Teacher's Pet with Gary Baseman and the Powerpuff Girls movie. She also continues to exhibit her paintings in galleries and auctions and was recently published in The Truth Show book.
Tony Millionaire grew up in the seaside town of Gloucester, Massachusetts where his grandparents taught him to draw ships and old houses. After thousands of Sunday afternoons gazing at his grandfather's collections of old newspaper comics, he picked up a pen and started drawing monkeys with striped tails and top hats. His work has been published by Dark Horse and Fantagraphics and has been animated for Saturday Night Live. He now lives in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter.
Shag (Josh Agle) is a product of the sprawling suburbs of Los Angeles, California. He's intrigued with the slick commercial art and advertising of the late '50s and early '60s and strives for a tight, clean and well-crafted appearance to his work. Though he considers himself more an illustrator than a "fine artist," galleries in the US, Europe, Australia and Japan have hosted solo exhibitions of his art.
Each set includes 8 letter sheets (four different styles), 6 envelopes (4 different styles), and a set of stickers. Packaged as a work of art itself with a printed belly-band all inside a poly bag.
DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Tim Biskup . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Seonna Hong . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Tony Millionaire's Sock Monkey . . . $4.99 DH Deluxe Stationary Exotique: Shag's Calypso Party . . . $4.99
DHORSE DELUXE T-SHIRTS
BETTIE PAGE
Dark Horse expands its popular and lush line of Bettie Page shirts with a few hot selections for the winter. We've hand-picked some different styles specially for cooler weather, and infused them with that all-over glow that is Bettie Page. On sale November 27
DYLAN DOG: ZED by TIZIANO SCLAVI and BRUNO BRINDISI
It's the return of Europe's greatest paranormal investigator Dylan Dog! Join Dylan and his sidekick Felix as they investigate a strange portal to a beautiful yet deadly otherworldly dimension called ZED. It's up to Dylan and Felix to figure out the mystery before the world of ZED kills again! On sale November 13 b&w, 96pg (one-shot) . . . $5.95
FUTURAMA BRAIN SLUG SQUISHY TOY
This is no ordinary squishy toy! Take it out of the lovely packaging and throw it hard against the wall! Delight as your new Brain Slug splatters, and then slowly reforms into its original shape! Repeat ad infinitum! Brain Slug Fun Facts: The Brain Slug is a parasitic alien life-form, consisting of a clear, carbon-based gelatinous material. This wily being requires a host body to survive, as it has no brain of its own (unfortunately, one attached itself to Fry's brain and subsequently died of starvation). Once attached, the brain slug controls all of its host's thoughts, turning them into a zombie-like creature incapable of emotion or intelligent conversation. Perhaps you know someone who fits this description. If so, report them to the local authorities immediately! On sale February 12 Squishy toy in full-color window box . . . $9.99
GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: MAN-MACHINE INTERFACE #2 by MASAMUNE SHIROW; translation by Frederik L. Schodt
March 6, 2035 - four and half years since cyber-cop Matoko Kusanagi joined with an artifical intelligence and quit the 9th Police Squad. Now, a hyper-advanced cyborg called Motoko Aramaki - a fusion of multile entities and identities - heads the investigative department of the giant multi-national, Poseidon Industrial, deploying remotely controlled humanoid surrogates around the globe as on-the-ground agents. When a herd of specially-bred pigs used to clone human organs for transplant are slaughtered, Motoko dispatches herself through cyberspace and utilizing surrogate cyborgs at far-flung locales to do the heavy lifting, Matoko hunts down the attackers, battling online and on the ground, but there may be more to the mystery than meets the eye.even the all-seeing eye of artificial intelligence. No work of graphic fiction you've ever experienced can prepare you for the mind-warping journey that is Man-Machine Interface. . Special deluxe format with no interior advertising! FOR MATURE READERS On sale November 27 FC, 32pg (no ads) . . . $3.50
GRENDEL: RED, WHITE, & BLACK #3 (of 4) created & written by MATT WAGNER illustrated by ZANDER CANNON, MIKE HUDDLESTON, PHIL NOTO, MICHAEL AVON OEMING, & ASHLEY WOOD
The Devil's influence spreads throughout the city like ripples on a pond, leaving a path of shattered dreams and destroyed lives in its wake. Only it's not just the Mafia, hitmen, and urban scum who feel Grendel's heat. Before long, those on the periphery - the doctors, lawyer, hotel employees - are also pulled into the Devil's sinister web. Meanwhile, Grendel's alter-ego Hunter Rose finds his relationship with his adopted ward Stacy slipping through his bloody fingers. He may be able to eradicate his enemies, but he's helpless to hang on to those he loves. Wagner and company continue their exploration into Grendel's twisted psyche and the seductive pull it holds over all who encounter it as, once again, Wagner's razor-sharp scripts are brought to life by an outstanding line-up of comics' hottest artists. (Dark Horse Maverick title) MATURE READERS On sale November 13 SC, 48pg, b&w&r (3 of 4) . . . $4.99
THE GROO ODYSSEY TP created & illustrated by SERGIO ARAGONÉS written by SERGIO ARAGONÉS & MARK EVANIER
Pack your bags with four classic tales of Groo, including "One Fine Day," the much-talked-about story in which Groo actually manages to wreck a town without even appearing in the story. You may also enjoy "The Idol," "The Captain of Chinampa," and an episode about the homeless situation we call "The Mendicants." It all makes for an exciting Groo Odyssey from the award-winning duo of Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier. (Dark Horse Maverick title) On sale December 11 SC, 96pg, FC . . . $12.95
HELLBOY: B.P.R.D. COFFEE MUG
Straight from the offices of the Bureau For Paranormal Research and Defense comes this austere, functional, and official B.P.R.D. coffee mug. Keeping the world safe from paranormal threats requires an alert mind - keeping a fresh cup of joe at hand is important. This black, porcelain coffee mug is emblazoned with a different B.P.R.D. logo on each side. On sale December 11 Black mug w/B.P.R.D. logo . . . $9.99
HELLBOY STICKER PACK
Embrace the pack mentality. Get four killer Hellboy stickers in a handy to display, hard to ignore package. Buy the pack and save a buck of the combined retail price of the four stickers. The stickers are still sold individually. On sale December 11 Sticker pack, contains four stickers . . . $6.99
KISS #4 by JOE CASEY and MEL RUBI; cover by MEL RUBI
Sparks fly and personalities clash as the team tries to get life back to normal. The Beast King continues to undergo treatment which should return him to his old charming self. In the mean time, Gene and Paul pay a visit to an old nemesis who now lies comatose in a mental institution. Trouble breaks loose as a robotic double of the Demon wreaks havoc on the city. Plus, more action ensues as The Celestial and the Beast King do battle with a new foe that goes by the name of "The Detonator." Joe Casey writes, and Mel Rubi draws the action-packed fourth issue of the hard rockin' new Kiss series from Dark Horse! On sale November 20 FC, 32pg (Rubi cover) . . . $2.99 FC, 32pg (Photo cover) . . . $2.99
LONE WOLF 2100 #5 by MIKE KENNEDY and FRANCISCO RUIZ VELASCO
Having fled the corporate armed forces of Cygnat Owari through the bowels of Southeast Asia, young Daisy and her synthetic protector Itto find refuge in the last place anyone would dare look for them: Ground Zero. Once a bustling suburb of Taipei, the haunted walls of Sungshan, Taiwan are now scorched with the images of the War Spore's first victims. And it is here amongst the ghosts that the Warrior and child find a moment of Peace. As Itto takes stock of their situation, he analyzes the new directives that have merged so completely with his original programming - a mysterious bundle of code known only as "Bushido." But this moment of peace proves to be as fleeting as summer snow...
Lone Wolf 2100 continues the saga inspired by Kazuo Koike and Goseki Kojima's seminal manga series Lone Wolf and Cub. On sale November 27 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99
LONE WOLF AND CUB VOL. 28: FALLING TREE by KAZUO KOIKE and GOSEKI KOJIMA; cover by GUY DAVIS
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. FOR MATURE READERS On sale December 26 SC, 320pg, b&w, 4" x 6" .$9.95
OH MY GODDESS! #92: TRAVELER part 2 (of 5) by KOSUKE FUJISHIMA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
Well, you have to hand it to Skuld. When it comes to out-of-this-world inventions and mind-boggling scientific discoveries, she's got it all over her sisters and that lovably clueless lug Keiichi. Need a robot sidekick? Check! So maybe he develops a little glitch that gives him emotions, no big deal. Want to give an inanimate store greeting doll a sentient personality? Gotcha! So what if she exceeds her programming and rejects her role in the household? Worse things have happened, right? Looking for a little extra space in that storage room? Skuld's got you covered. Does it matter that the device she created, if used the wrong way, creates a room infinitely wide? It does if Keiichi and a powerless Belldandy get lost in that room and have no idea how to find their way out! Oh, Skuld. You shoulda stuck with fixin' robots! On sale November 6 b&w, 24pg (2 of 5) . . . $2.99
Leland Purvis, the Xeric Award-winning creator of Vox (which Sequential Tart called "the standout new entry onto the [small press] scene this year"), takes a more lighthearted approach with a hilarious story about a bizarre misfit. The victim of an unusual - and one can only assume pointless - medical experiment, Pubo finds himself at the mercy of the animals and few humans in the deep dark woods of the Pacific Northwest. And he'd probably be just fine, if he weren't such a grumpy little bastard. But his natural, primal inclinations combine with his big-city, gruff demeanor, and it might turn out that there's nowhere for a little guy with a big head to fit in. (Dark Horse Maverick title) On sale November 13 b&w, 24pg (1 of 3) . . . $3.50
THE RING OF THE NIBELUNG COMPLETE LTD. ED. HC adaptation created, written, & illustrated by P. CRAIG RUSSELL
The Eisner Award-winning series, finally collected in one volume, presents one of the grandest stories of Western civilization, now one of the most explosive epics in the history of comics. Giants plot against gods, who in turn tear human lovers apart, while the lives of great warriors are ruined, and murder after murder is committed in the name of love and gold. This new high point in Russell's distinguished twenty-five year career as a true artist's artist includes behind-the-scenes production art, notes on the adaptation by the artist, and a signed and numbered frontispiece. It's the epic as it was meant to be read, in the final, permanent, yet limited edition. (Dark Horse Maverick title) Elegant hardcover edition, limited to 500 numbered copies, each signed by the artist.
"P. Craig Russell's beautiful telling of The Ring Cycle manages both to be the most faithful and inspiring reworking of the opera into comics form, and the ultimate high-fantasy saga." - Neil Gaiman
On sale November 6 HC, 424pg, FC . . . $79.95
SHINOBI: THE RISE OF HOTSUMA (one-shot) by SCOTT ALLIE and PACO MEDINA
The legendary Shinobi returns! After its striking debuting in the arcade, the Shinobi series exploded on Sega's home consoles and portable hardware. Build upon a hit franchise classic, Shinobi is now being brought to life on the PlayStation 2. Sega is proudly bringing the old-school classic back this November, updating the game with next-generation graphics, complex ninja attack moves, and intense high speed action. Shinobi: The Rise of Hotsuma presents the untold story of Hotsuma and his battle with his brother Mortisune to take control of a cursed blade and become leader of a clan of ninjas. The events in the comic directly lead up to the start of the game, as Hotsuma begins his battle through the demon-filled streets of post-apocalyptic Tokyo. Ultra-talented Paco Medina (Planet of the Apes, Suicide Squad) handles art duties, with Scott Allie's adaptation of an original screenplay provided by Sega. The comic will also feature production sketches, interviews, behind-the-scenes info, and more! On sale November 6 FC, 32pg (one-shot) . . . $2.99
SPYBOY VOL. 5: SPY-SCHOOL CONFIDENTIAL TP by PETER DAVID, POP MHAN, and NORMAN LEE; cover by POP MHAN
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: an EXTRA thick volume that features not three, but FOUR issues of the SB series! Wow! You must be dreamin', fan boy! On sale December 18 SC, 96pg, FC . . . $12.95
STAR WARS: EMPIRE #3 by SCOTT ALLIE, RYAN BENJAMIN, and CURTIS ARNOLD; cover by BRIAN HORTON
In part three of "Betrayal," Darth Vader has landed on a distant world to track down a mysterious Jedi. But, instead of a Jedi Knight, he is confronted by a cadre of bounty hunters who have come to the conclusion that ganging up on - and defeating - the Sith Lord will bring them fame and fortune. Boy, are they in for a wake-up call! Meanwhile, on Coruscant, the ranks of those plotting to kill Emperor Palpatine are thinned as the co-conspirators begin targeting each other. On sale November 6 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99
STAR WARS: REPUBLIC #48 by JOHN OSTRANDER, C. P. SMITH, and JASEN RODRIGUEZ; cover by STEVE FIRCHOW
Obi-Wan and Anakin's lightsabers are working overtime as they are confronted by assassins on all sides - a beautiful princess with a penchant for deadly toys and exotic martial arts; a radio-pathic alien with specially-constructed battle droids; and a crazed Dug on a speeder bike. Meanwhile, the two Senate Guards assigned to the case are making disturbing discoveries about the person who hired the assassins. For tne of the Guard's, "family ties" may be a noose that drags him to death and disgrace! On sale November 20 FC, 32pg . . . $2.99
STAR WARS MINI-BUSTS
Gentle Giant Studios, Dark Horse Comics, and Lucasfilm continue the line of Star Wars mini-busts.
Using the cutting-edge technology of three-dimensional scanning, Gentle Giant Studios scans the actors, models, costumes, and props to assure 100% realism. Making these statues the closest one can come to owning a piece of the Star Wars universe.
Due to Dark Horse's successful handling of the Star Wars license for over 10 years, we were chosen by Gentle Giant to be the exclusive sales agent for these products. Due to the high demand these busts will be produced in quantities of 3,500 each, we will allot the majority of these sure-to-be-in-demand mini-busts to the customers of Previews.
On sale November 20
Darth Vader
Darth Vader, is a Dark Lord of the Sith responsible for wiping out the Jedi and executing the Emperors evil bidding. Feared by rebels and Imperials alike, Darth Vader is a terrifying union of man and machine hidden beneath black robes and forbidding armor. 6" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $50.00
Yoda
The oldest member of the Jedi Council, Yoda is a wise and cautious Jedi Master. For more than 800 years, Yoda has witnessed government, commerce, and culture progress throughout the galaxy. 4" tall, fully-painted minibust . . . $45.00
SUPERMAN/ALIENS II: GODWAR #4 (of 4) by CHUCK DIXON, JON BOGDANOVE, KEVIN NOWLAN, and DAVE STEWART; cover by JON BOGDANOVE and KEVIN NOWLAN
While Orion seethes, seeking vengeance on Darkseid for unleashing a Parademon/Alien horde on the New Gods, Superman attempts to focus on their mission - to find and incapacitate the alien queen at the heart of this horrific infestation. Brainpower, as much as physical battle, bested the ravenous creatures in Superman's first encounter, but will the combined skills of Superman and the "gods" of New Genesis be enough to overcome hundreds of Darkseid's Apokolips-Aliens hybrids? And what will be the final fate of Orion, victimized by an alien face-hugger? Can even a New God withstand the shrieking birth of a chestburster? On sale November 6 FC, 32pg (4 of 4) . . . $2.99
SUPER MANGA BLAST! #27 by MASAMUNE SHIROW, MOHIRO KITOH, MAKOTO KOBAYASHI, YUZO TAKADA, and HIROYUKI UTATANE & TOSHIYA TAKEDA; produced by STUDIO PROTEUS
Just in time for Thanksgiving, another full-course, plates-piled-high and cups-overflowing helping of everyone's favorite anthology, Super Manga Blast! First we start with a What's Michael? appetizer. The portion's small, but it's enough to get you ready for the feast! We follow that with a hearty bowl of Shadow Star, wherein Hoshimaru, surrounded by military helicopters, has a mid-air face off against a very cute, yet very deadly Dragon Princess. Next up, a heaping plate of 3x3Eyes! Your eyes will go wide and your mouth will water when you see Yakumo and Pai venture deeper into the Sacred Land and deal with all of the nasties blocking their route. While that might be enough to satiate even the hungriest manga fan's appetite, don't fold your fork in your napkin just yet, 'cause there's a healthy helping of Shirow's Appleseed Hypernotes on the way. And what would a manga feast be without dessert? Be sure to save room for Club 9, 'cause you wouldn't want to miss out on such a sweet treat! MATURE READERS On sale November 27 b&w, 128pg . . . $5.99
USAGI YOJIMBO #62 created, written, & illustrated by STAN SAKAI
In their travels together, rabbit ronin Usagi and his young companion Jotaro always seem to find trouble, whether they're looking for it or not. And while Usagi's had his share of run-ins with the supernatural, Jotaro's about to get a crash course in dealing with superstitious fears, both real and imagined. Finding themselves in a village cruelly controlled by a former samurai, the two are quickly hired to rid the area of this barbarous master. The key to solving their dilemma could lie in the surrounding forest. The only problem is . those woods are cursed! (Dark Horse Maverick title) On sale November 27 b&w, 24 pg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2.99
