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Elfbytes June '09

(Note: this is not your average cut and paste, we actually write this stuff.)

This is for product starting to ship in August 2009.

This months Elfbyte credit goes to: Brock, James, Omar, Craig, Sean, Thomas, & Ethan.

For your convenience, click links below to jump to a certain Publisher.

Independent Comics | Dark Horse Comics | DC Comics
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Remember to get your orders in ASAP! Initial orders due June 24th!

INDEPENDENT COMICS HIGHLIGHTS

AMAZE INK / SLAVE LABOUR GRAPHICS

UBU BUBU VOL. 1 TP: FILTH

Written & illustrated by Jamie Smart.

Ubu Bubu is the story of a cat possessed by a demon, and all of the chaos and havoc that ensues. It’s more madness in the vein of Jamie Smart’s other creation BEAR, and looks like it should be some crazy fun.

ARCHAIA

DAYS MISSING #1 (of 5)

Written by Phil Hester. Illustrated by Frazer Irving. Covers by Dale Keown & Frazer Irving.

Since the dawn of time, a being has existed who has used his powers over time to remove pivotal days from historical record. These are the missing days of our history, and they are about to be revealed. Frazer Irving is the kick ass artist of SEVEN SOLDIERS: KLARION and BATTLE FOR THE COWL: AZRAEL. Definitely worth a look.

THE KILLER VOL. 2 HC

Written by Matz. Illustrated by Luc Jacamon.

Now is the perfect time to read this excellent moody series about a professional killer. The first volume of this series is also being re-offered this month (THE KILLER VOL. 1 HC), so you can order both volumes and get the whole story. If you like crime, character pieces or just want to try something different pick up this series. It will blow you away.

ARCHIE COMICS

ARCHIE #600 (ATTENTION SPECULATORS!)

Written by Michael Uslan. Illustrated by Stan Goldberg.

This is it! Years of everlasting youth builds up to a story that promises to change everything. Apparently Archie marries Veronica! Although this is part one of six, so convolutions will occur, no doubt. And we’re sure you’re upset that Archie is proposing to conniving, spoiled, bitchy Veronica, when poor jilted Betty’s always been the one for him, but now kids can learn about extramarital affairs from someone other than their own parents. Edutainment!

AVATAR PRESS

ABSOLUTION #1 (of 6)

Written by Christos Gage. Illustrated by Roberto Viacava. Cover by Jacen Burrows. Wrap cover by Juan Jose Ryp.

John Dusk is a superhuman cop, in a world where superheroes function as a sanctioned police force, stuck on a gruesome beat that he is never allowed to leave. All the crime pushes him too far and he starts killing the lowest of the scumbags he encounters, and finds that he likes that just fine. This behaviour, of course, will put him at odds with his precinct and homicide detective girlfriend, but John Dusk doesn't care, because you know why? Some people just need killing. Yes this is an Avatar book written by someone other than Warren Ellis or Garth Ennis. Let’s see how fucked up Christos Gage really is.

If your interested, we have copies of ABSOLUTION #0 in stock (selling for only $2.50) so let us know and we will pull you a copy.

BOOM! STUDIOS

DIE HARD: YEAR ONE #1

Written by Howard Chaykin. Illustrated by Stephen Thompson. Covers by Dave Johnson, Jock, and John Paul Leon.

Let’s just get one thing out of the way right away. Yippee Ki Yay, Mother Fucker! Set a decade before the original DIE HARD movie, in the Summer of Sam, this new series features the story of John McClane’s early days as a NYPD rookie. This book is sure to be an action-packed ride for any fans of kick-ass action.

THE INCREDIBLES #1 (NEW ONGOING SERIES!)

Written by Mark Waid. Illustrated by Marcio Takara.

The recent mini-series (INCREDIBLES FAMILY MATTERS #1 (OF 4) was a lot of fun and now the adventures of The Incredibles will continue every single month in a new ongoing series.

IRREDEEMABLE VOL. 1 TP

Written by Mark Waid. Illustrated by Peter Krause.

The first four issues of this engaging new series about a superhero gone bad are collected in a reasonably priced first volume, so pick it up and see what the buzz is about.

IRREDEEMABLE #5

Written by Mark Waid. Illustrated by Peter Krause.

This issue is only $0.99, and is the perfect place for you to jump onboard and discover this exciting new series about the fall of the world’s greatest hero.

SWORDSMITH ASSASSIN #1 (of 4)

Written by Andrew Cosby & Michael Alan Nelson. Illustrated by Ayhan Hayrula.

Toshiro Ono has spent his life making the best swords ever forged by man and selling them to the highest bidder. Then his family gets killed by one of his own swords. Life's just funny like that, right? WRONG. Now Toshiro's out to take back every single one of his swords, by any means necessary.

JENNIFER’S BODY HC

Written by Rick Spears. Illustrated by Tim Seeley, Jim Mahfood, Nikki Cook, and Ming Doyle.

Expanding on the upcoming movie written by Diablo Cody (JUNO and CANDY GIRL) and starring Megan Fox, this graphic novel features a demonically-possessed cheerleader with a taste for killing teenage boys.

DEVIL’S DUE PUBLISHING

I AM LEGION TP

Written by Fabien Nury. Illustrated by John Cassaday.

This excellent supernatural World War Two series, originally published in Europe by Humanoids, features the beautiful illustrations of John Cassaday and is well worth reading.

DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT

GARTH ENNIS COMPLETE BATTLEFIELDS VOL. 1 HC

Written by Garth Ennis. Illustrated by Russ Braun, Peter Snejbjerg, & Carlos Ezquerra. Cover by John Cassaday.

All 3 Battlefields stories (NIGHT WITCHES, DEAR BILLY, and TANKIES) are collected into one volume. Garth Ennis gets an Irish chubby from war.

I.D.W. PUBLISHING

ANGEL #24

Written by Juliet “Drusilla” Landau & Brian Lynch. Illustrated by Franco Urru.

This starts a 2-parter about what Spike's crazy vampire lover Drusilla was up to during "the Fall".

ANGEL: ONLY HUMAN #1 (of 4)

Written by Scott Lobdell. Illustrated by David Messina & Mirco Pierfederici. 50/50 covers by Messina and Dave Dorman.

Gunn (infected with darkness) joins Illyria (infected with humanity) as they embark on their own journey to cope with the aftermath of ANGEL: AFTER THE FALL.

ANGEL: AFTER THE FALL VOL 1 TP

Written by Joss Whedon & Brian Lynch. Illustrated by Franco Urru.

Finally in softcover, here's Angel Season 6. It's not as pretty as the Buffy Season 8 comics, but it's a DAMN. GOOD. STORY

HERO COMICS: A HERO INITIATIVE BENEFIT BOOK #1

Written by Howard Chaykin, Bill Willingham, Kaare Andrews, and more. Illustrated by Arthur Adams, Gene Ha, Mark Schultz, Howard Chaykin, Bill Willingham, Kaare Andrews, and more. Covers by J. Scott Campbell and Matt Wagner.

This book contains several pin-ups and short stories (including a Chaykin AMERICAN FLAGG story) all for the support of the excellent comic-book charity HERO INITIATIVE. A great book for an excellent cause! It also notably features one of Vancouver's great comic book talents Kaare Andrews who appeared at Elfsar's 2009 Free Comic Book Fundraiser!

STARSTRUCK #1

Written by Elaine Lee. Illustrated by Michael Wm. Kaluta.

This fantastic space opera was originally published in HEAVY METAL in the 80’s, and is finally returning to print after nearly 20 years. This book features the stunning artwork of both Kaluta and Charles Vess, and will contain both the original series and previously unpublished stories.

STAR TREK: NERO #1 (ATTENTION: STAR TREK MOVIE LOVERS!)

Written by Mike Johnson & Tim Jones. Illustrated by David Messina.

This all new story set in the same timeline as the mini-series STAR TREK: COUNTDOWN follows the villainous Nero as he seeks to destroy the Federation and the Vulcans. This story builds on the hit movie STAR TREK and is an essential chapter of the rebirth of the Star Trek Universe!

TOP SHELF PRODUCTIONS

THE COMPLETE ESSEX COUNTY TP / HC

Written & illustrated by Jeff Lemire.

The award winning and critically acclaimed series of graphic novels (TALES FROM THE FARM, GHOST STORIES, and THE COUNTRY NURSE) by Jeff Lemire are collected into one volume for the first time in both softcover and hardcover editions.

UDON

DARKSTALKERS TRIBUTE

By Udon & a bunch of people from DeviantArt.

The STREET FIGHTER TRIBUTE was a book full of fan art of Chun Li kicking high so you could see her panties. I expect the Darkstalkers Tribute book will be full of fan art of... uh... that cat lady... or that devil lady... kicking high so you can see their evil crotches?

UNIVERSE PUBLISHING

UNIVERSAL STUDIO MONSTERS: A LEGACY OF HORROR HC

A nice big hardcover book that chronicles the foundations and legacy of Monsters that universal built. They’re monsters were so ahead of their time in terms of makeup and the way they were perceived in story. This should be an interesting journey back to the golden age of horror, where the seeds of modern horror were planted.

VIKING

VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE: MEMORIES OF STAR TREK AND A LIFE IN HOLLYWOOD

(ATTENTION AGAIN: STAR TREK LOVERS!)

Nick Meyer saved Star Trek. After the bloated, if intellectually stimulating, first film, many felt that Star Trek was finished and destined to be forgotten. But once Nick Meyer got his hands on the franchise and gave us THE WRATH OF KHAN, everything changed. Here now, for the first time, is a valuable book of memoirs from the man who killed Spock (STAR TREK II), made Sherlock Holmes an addict (7% SOLUTION), pitted HG Wells against Jack the Ripper (TIME AFTER TIME), and united the Federation and the Klingons (STAR TREK VI). This is a must for Star Trek fans or anybody looking to get insight into the hectic world of film.

DARK HORSE COMICS HIGHLIGHTS

REX MUNDI #19

Written by Arvid Nelson. Illustrated by Juan Ferreyra. Cover by Mike Mignola.

This excellent tale of the Holy Grail in an alternate history Europe reaches its conclusion in this final issue of the series.

CREEPY ARCHIVES VOL. 5

Written by Various. Illustrated by Various.

Dark Horse continues its mission to resurrect classic horror stories in this, the latest Creepy volume. Featuring art by Steve Ditko, Alex Toth, Reed Crandall, Angelo Torres, and more, this is a “can’t-miss” for horror fans of all ages.

GRANDVILLE HC

Written and illustrated by Bryan Talbot.

Instead of wasting your time with words, here's a YouTube trailer:

THE GROO TREASURY VOL. 1 TP

Written by Mark Evanier. Illustrated by Sergio Aragones.

The earliest issues of the classic Groo are collected in this first volume of an eventual collection of the entire series. Originally intended as a parody of the sword and sorcery genre, Groo is a warrior who is well-intentioned but needlessly destructive. Which is to say that he's dumb.

HARLEQUIN VALENTINE HC (2^ND PRINTING)

Written by Neil Gaiman. Illustrated by John Bolton.

If you’re a Neil Gaiman fan, you’ve likely already got this book. But just in case it somehow slipped under your radar, Dark Horse is now offering a new printing of Gaiman & Bolton’s retelling of the classic Commedia Dell’Arte with a modern twist.

HELLBOY LIBRARY EDITION VOL 3: CONQUEROR WORM AND STRANGE PLACES HC

Written & illustrated by Mike Mignola.

The latest in the lovely deluxe hardcovers collects three pivotal Hellboy stories: Conqueror Worm (which ends Hellboy's career with the BPRD); The Third Wish; and The Island (which gives us our first glimpse into the origins of the Right Hand of Doom). These Library editions are how these stories were meant to be read; like a big book of fairy tales. Mignola’s artwork is just beautiful in these oversized pages; it easily transports you to these gothic worlds he creates. A worthy addition to any library, comics or otherwise.

INSOMNIA CAFE

Written & illustrated by M. K. Perker.

This looks like an intriguing new book, from the artist of Vertigo’s excellent new series AIR. Peter Kolinsky was among the world’s foremost experts on rare books until his career was ruined by black marketers interfered in his life. His life was ruined, and he has been miserable since then, but then he meets Angela. She shows him the mysterious “Archives”, where books being written are somehow on the shelves. But then the black marketers return, and things really get interesting.

KULL VOL 1 TP: THE SHADOW KINGDOM

Written by Arvid Nelson. Illustrated by Will Conrad & Jose Villarubia.

Set ten thousand years before the Hyborean Age of Conan, Robert Howard gave us the legend of King Kull, the pulp Atlantean warrior reluctantly forced to become the king of the mythical land of Valusia. Set after his coronation, this volume sees Kull try to deal with the deception and treachery that comes with ruling a kingdom, and introduces Brule the spear-slayer and the evil serpent men. Sure to please fans of the Conan series and sword and sorcery fans in general!

UMBRELLA ACADEMY VOL. 2 TP: DALLAS

Written by Gerard Way. Illustrated by Gabriel Ba.

The first volume (APOCALYPSE SUITE) was an unexpected wonderful kick-ass surprise, and this second volume offers even more excitement, surprises, and weird fun. The dysfunctional family of heroes must overcome their current problems and challenges (like being in a coma) and save the world from yet another impending apocalypse.

DC COMICS HIGHLIGHTS

ADVENTURES COMICS #1

Written by Geoff Johns. Illustrated by Francis Manapul / co-feature illustrated by Clayton Henry. Covers by Francis Manapul.

Superboy returns to the DCU and is doing so in his original title, Adventure Comics! The recently returned Superboy (Conner Kent) heads for Smallville to restart his life and, I guess, play with his dog. Geoff Johns returns to writing the boy of steel, and rising superstar Francis Manapul contributes some beautiful looking illustrations. Plus, an appropriately ongoing co-feature starring a rotating cast from the Legion of Superheroes.

BATGIRL #1

Written by Bryan Q. Miller. Illustrated by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott. Cover by Phil Noto. 1/25 variant cover by J.G. Jones.

Okay, so we don’t know who is underneath the mask as the new Batgirl, but much like Red Robin, the answer to that mystery should be revealed to us in short order. Is it original Batgirl Barbara Gordon, more recent Batgirl Cassandra Cain, Spoiler, Squire, or someone entirely new? Miller is a newcomer being given his big chance on this title, but Garbett & Scott’s recent illustration work on OUTSIDERS was very good. And of course there’s the very Adam Hughes-esque “good girl” cover by Phil Noto if that helps you make your decision at all.

BATMAN #689

Written by Judd Winick. Illustrated by Mark Bagley and Rob Hunter.

Mark Bagley continues his run on Batman, illustrating the hero’s attempts to recapture all the escaped Arkham Asylum inmates. Also in this issue, Two-Face begins his own bid for power while The Penguin tries to become Gotham’s new crime boss.

BATMAN AND ROBIN #3

Written by Grant Morrison. Illustrated by Frank Quitely. 1/25 Variant cover by Tony Daniel.

The new Batman and Robin finish off their battle against Professor Pyg and the Circus of Strange. Wait ... another circus? What is it with the new Batman and circuses? It’s almost as if he came from a circus once. Oh. Wait. He did.

BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #3

Written by Paul Dini / co-feature written by Marc Andreyko. Illustrated by Dustin Nguyen / co-feature illustrated by George Jeanty & Karl Story. Cover by Dustin Nguyen.

This great new Bat-book continues exploring Gotham and how it has changed since the disappearance of favourite son Bruce Wayne. Except Bruce Wayne has returned, and the new Batman & Robin aren’t very happy about it! Plus, the co-feature starring Manhunter continues the mystery of who killed the former Gotham City DA.

DETECTIVE COMICS #856

Written by Greg Rucka. Illustrated by JH Williams III / co-feature illustrated by Cully Hamner. Cover by JH Williams III.

“Elegy” part 3 of 4 sees Batwoman team up with an unlikely ally to defeat Alice, a fairytale themed villain. But Batwoman’s two worlds collide as Alice also goes on to threaten Kate Kane’s father. The co-feature of this book stars The Question.

GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #3

Written by Paul Dini. Illustrated by Guillem March. Cover by Guillem March.

Our three sirens (don’t call them heroines) encounter the newly returned Bruce Wayne, and realize they might be in big trouble.

BATMAN: WIDENING GYRE #1 (of 6)

Written by Kevin Smith. Illustrated by Walter Flanagan. Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

Batman takes on a new masked vigilante in this series by famous movie creator and infamous comic book creator Kevin Smith. The thought of Smith doing 6 issues doesn’t instil confidence, as Smith has proven time and again that he takes his sweet ass time to deliver new scripts (GREEN ARROW, DAREDEVIL, and BLACK CAT). Smith teams up with Flanagan (BATMAN: CACOPHONY) once again to bring you “backdrop of romance, intrigue, and geek-bait guest stars galore!"

BLACKEST NIGHT #2

Written by Geoff Johns. Illustrated by Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert. 1/25 variant cover by Mauro Cascioli.

DC’s big summer blockbuster continues as the heroes of the DCU have to deal with even more Black Lanterns turning up, which of course means more resurrected dead heroes. Hmm ... could an Army of Darkness crossover be far behind?

BLACKEST NIGHT: BATMAN #1 (of 3)

Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Illustrated by Adrian Saef. Cover by Andy Kubert. 1/25 variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

The dead are rising all over the DC Universe and the new Batman will have to confront ghosts of his own. No, not Bruce Wayne Black Lantern (because he’s not really dead), but Black Lantern Flying Graysons. Um. Spoiler alert for BATTLE FOR THE COWL, I guess. But hell, you're all reading this on the internet, so I guess you already know everything about everything. Guest-starring Deadman, this 3-part mini is a companion to the DCU event of the summer: BLACKEST NIGHT!

BLACKEST NIGHT: SUPERMAN #1 (of 3)

Written by James Robinson. Illustrated by Eddy Barrows. 1/25 variant cover by Shane Davis.

Superman Prime, now Black Lantern Superman, has dug up Pa Kent and is unleashing him on an unsuspecting Smallville. Um. Spoiler alert for INFINITE CRISIS? And for, um, whatever comic Pa Kent died in?

BLACKEST NIGHT: TITANS #1 (of 3)

Written by J.T. Krul. Illustrated by Ed Benes and Rob Hunter. 1/25 variant cover by Brian Haberlin.

Wow, this should be awesome, because Teen Titans die all the time. I think there are actually more dead Titans than live ones. They should get their own book: DEAD TITANS. Oh, and the solicitation asks the question “How can Beast Boy not lose his heart to Black Lantern Terra?” Because she's a rotting corpse, dude. Quite likely the only book all year featuring superhero necrophilia, and if that’s not a reason to pick up a book, nothing is.

GREEN LANTERN #45

Written by Geoff Johns. Illustrated by Doug Mahnke & Christian Alamy.

Sinestro launches an assault on Zamoran, the home world of the Star Sapphires, but is interrupted by an attack by a group of Black Lantern Sinestro Corps members. Also, John Stewart comes face to face with Black Lantern Katma Tui.

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #39

Written by Peter J. Tomasi. Illustrated by Patrick Gleason & Rebecca Buchman.

Blackest Night hits OA as Black Lantern Rings invade the Green Lantern crypts, resurrecting all the dead corps members. Everyone clamouring for the return of Ch’p just got their wish. Cannot wait to see Black Lantern Ch’p vs. Dextar, Red Lantern Cat of Rage, vs Green Lantern G’Nort.

DOOM PATROL #1

Written by Keith Giffen / co-feature written by Keith Giffen & J.M. DeMatteis. Illustrated by Matthew Clark / co-feature illustrated by Kevin Maguire. Cover by Matthew Clark. 1/10 variant cover by Matthew Clark & Kevin Maguire.

The return (again!) of the “world’s strangest heroes”. Written by Giffen and illustrated by Matt Clark, and promising no previous knowledge of the complicated history of these characters, this book looks like it could be pretty good. Also, an ongoing co-feature featuring the Metal Men, and brought to us by the creative team of the JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL days: Giffen, DeMatteis, and Maguire!

JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE #2 (of 6)

Written by James Robinson. Illustrated by Mauro Cascioli.

Continuing the adventures of the new proactive Justice League team led by Green Lantern and Green Arrow, this issue sees the League come up against an army of super-villains.

POWER GIRL #4

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray. Illustrated by Amanda Conner. Cover by Amanda Conner. 1/10 variant cover by Guillem March.

This excellent new series begins a new arc, providing you the perfect opportunity to see how much fun this book is, and that it is not simply about the title-character’s physical attributes. Power Girl versus three sexy alien invaders looking to destroy the Earth. Yup, this title is fun, and definitely worth checking out!

R.E.B.E.L.S. #7

Written by Tony Bedard. Illustrated by Andy Clarke.

Space Opera lives in the DCU as Vril Dox and his team struggle to continue the resistance against the evil conqueror Starro. Unfortunately, it seems that one planet will suffer horrible consequences as a result.

THE RED CIRCLE: THE HANGMAN #1

Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Illustrated by Tom Derenick. Cover by Jesus Saiz.

A new hero from the Archie/MLJ universe arrives in the DC Universe. Robert Dickering was a Union doctor during the Civil War who was hung for treating an enemy soldier. But instead of dying he was given a deal he couldn't refuse: to walk the Earth forever, saving the lives of condemned innocents like himself.

THE RED CIRCLE: INFERNO #1

Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Illustrated by Greg Scott. Cover by Jesus Saiz.

A stranger was brought to the hospital with no memory of his past, or how he could have survived a bombing that killed hundreds of people. But deep as that mystery is, it's nothing compared to the fact that he can set himself on fire and not die. And that when he's on, um, FIRE, he looks nothing like the man he is when not, you know, ON FIRE.

THE RED CIRCLE: THE SHIELD #1

Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Illustrated by Scott McDaniel. Cover by Jesus Saiz.

Lieutenant Joe Higgins was dying in the dirt of Afghanistan when they whisked him away to a secret facility and pumped him full of nanotechnology. Now he's the patriotic hero known as The Shield. But the secret behind the technology may be too much for Higgins to bear.

THE RED CIRCLE: THE WEB #1

Written by J. Michael Straczynski. Illustrated by Roger Robinson. Cover by Jesus Saiz.

Billionaire John Raymond is kind of a jealous prick. So much so that he became the superhero known as The Web just to show up his more popular brother. But when something bad happens to John's brother, he'll learn what it means to be a hero. Instead of showing the world what it means to be a jealous prick.

RED ROBIN #3

Written by Christopher Yost. Illustrated by Ramon Bachs. Cover by Francis Manapul.

Red Robin discovers that a German museum may hold the answers to what happened to Bruce Wayne once and for all. But, teaming up with Ra’s Al Ghul, Red Robin must first go through the Global Guardian known as the Wild Huntsman.

SUPERMAN: SECRET FILES 2009 #1

Written by Sterling Gates, Geoff Johns, James Robinson, and Greg Rucka. Illustrated by Pete Woods, Jamal Igle, Renato Guedes, Julian Lopez, and various. Cover by Aaron Lopresti.

Get acclimated with the current landscape of the Superman universe just in time for the next big super-crossover: Codename Patriot. This issue contains detailed profiles of Nightwing (no, not that one) and Flamebird, Zod, Supergirl, Mon-El and more. Plus, check out maps of New Krypton and Metropolis. Story-wise, this issue sees stories about the friendship of Supergirl and Flamebird, Lana Lang’s ex Pete Ross and his vice presidency, and a week in the life of science police members Billi Harper and Mon-El, a.k.a. Jonathan Kent.

SUPERMAN ANNUAL #14

Written by James Robinson. Illustrated by Javier Pina. Cover by Renato Guedes.

Annual Alert! (if you're already subscribing to the series, YOU STILL NEED TO ORDER THIS TO RECEIVE YOUR DISCOUNT!)

While the planet Krypton has had many stories told about it, Mon-El’s home planet of Daxam has long been shrouded in mystery. Now, thanks to Sodom Yat’s stories over in GREEN LANTERN CORPS, more light has been shed on the planet and its culture. This annual follows that trend as Mon-El is given a chance to explore Daxam’s ancient history, making discoveries about its role as a Kryptonian colony, its connection to the ancient Mayans, and its bloody civil war. If you understand what any of that means, this issue may interest you.

WARLORD #5

Written by Mike Grell. Illustrated by Chad Hardin & Wayne Faucher. Cover by Mike Grell.

Yes, we’re still strongly encouraging you to pick up this fantastic re-launch. Because whether you’re a long time fan of the Warlord, or new to his adventures in the hidden world of Skartaris, this book has something for you to enjoy every single month. This month, the Warlord, Travis Morgan, returns to the mysterious and faraway land from whence he came… Earth’s surface! Unfortunately, he runs right into the Chinese Army. Uh-oh.

WEDNESDAY COMICS #5 - #8 (of 12)

Written & illustrated by a bunch of REALLY talented people.

Remember how excited we were about this in last month’s newsletter? Well, we’re still that excited, maybe even more. This is going to be incredibly good, not to mention a really good deal, so pick it up now before they sell out everywhere and you’re left with nothing but regret.

BATMAN: THE BLACK GLOVE TP

Written by Grant Morrison. Illustrated by J.H. Williams III, Tony Daniel, and Jonathan Glapion.

Now available in softcover, this volume of Grant Morrison’s breathtaking Batman run sees Batman and the International Club of Heroes try to solve a murder mystery while locked away on an island. This collection also introduces us to the Black Glove and features some of the best art in JH William III’s career.

BATMAN: GOTHAM AFTER MIDNIGHT TP

Written by Steve Niles. Illustrated by Kelley Jones.

This collection of the recently concluded twelve issue series examines one very long horrifying night trapped in a twisted haunted house, as only writer Steve Niles & classic Batman artist Kelley Jones can deliver.

COSMIC ODYSSEY TP (new printing)

Written by Jim Starlin. Illustrated by Mike Mignola & Carlos Garzon.

This classic series written by Jim Starlin and featuring the fantastic artwork of a young Mike Mignola finally returns to print, and is a must for any fans of super-hero space epics.

FINAL CRISIS: LEGION OF THREE WORLDS HC

Written by Geoff Johns. Illustrated by George Perez & Scott Koblish.

Arguably the best of the Final Crisis tie-ins, this epic tale sees the culmination of the Time Trapper’s long, very long, war against The Legion of Superheroes and Superman. And this time, he’s pulling out all the stops when he brings in Superboy Prime and teams him up with the Legion of Supervillains. Will even the return of Bart Allen and Conner Kent be enough to stop this massive array of villains?

GREEN ARROW / BLACK CANARY: THE WEDDING ALBUM TP

Written by Judd Winick. Illustrated by Amanda Conner, Cliff Chiang, and Andre Coelho.

Long-time on / off couple Green Arrow and Black Canary are finally getting married. But the wedding night is nothing like what either of them expected, and one that neither of them may recover from. Collecting the Wedding Special and Green Arrow / Black Canary issues #1 - #5.

ICON: A HERO'S WELCOME TP

Written by Dwayne McDuffie. Illustrated by M.D. Bright. Cover by Denys Cowan.

Now that the Milestone heroes are part of the DC Universe, check out their origins. Augustus Freeman was a successful lawyer who used his alien powers to help those in need. Created by the man who wrote a lot of your favourite JUSTICE LEAGUE cartoons, this is worth checking out.

SHOWCASE PRESENTS: WARLORD VOL. 1 TP

Written by Mike Grell. Illustrated by Mike Grell, Joe Rubinstein, and Vince Colletta.

If you’ve been enjoying the new WALORD series, this book is the perfect opportunity to see some of the excellent stories from his original series. An excellent collection of some of the very best sword & sorcery comics (and an exceptional value too!).

SUPERMAN: KRYPTONITE TP

Written by Darwyn Cooke. Illustrated by Tim Sale.

A fantastic tale featuring the Man of Steel’s first encounter with Kryptonite. From the short-lived SUPERMAN CONFIDENTIAL series from a few years ago, written by Darwyn Cooke and illustrated by Sale. What more could you ask for?! Buy it!

VERTIGO

HELLBLAZER #258

Written by Peter Milligan. Illustrated by Giuseppe Camuncoli & Stefan Landini.

Continuing John Constantine’s explorations in the realm of love, this issue sees him seducing a 2,000 year old demon with a grudge. Something that will have unforeseen, and dangerous, consequences.

HOUSE OF MYSTERY #16

Written by Matthew Sturges & Bill Willingham. Illustrated by Luca Rossi and Richard Corben.

This issue begins a new storyline in this consistently excellent and always interesting book, providing the perfect opportunity for you to give it a try.

MADAME XANADU #14

Written by Matt Wagner. Illustrated by Michael Wm. Kaluta.

In case you haven’t heard, this series is continuing Vertigo’s excellent run in Eisner nominations, garnering 4 nominations including Best Writer and Best New Series. So if you aren’t reading this, what are you waiting for? Legendary artist Kaluta continues his stint on the title, illustrating the next chapter in a mystery that sees Madame Xanadu caught in the middle of a secret that spans centuries.

NORTHLANDERS #20

Written by Brian Wood. Illustrated by Davide Gianfelice.

Sven, the Returned returns! Northlanders kicked off its debut issue and story arc with the tale of Sven, and when we last saw him at the end of Northlanders Vol. 1 TP, Sven and his wife Enna had exiled themselves to start a family and escape the dangers of the mainland. But now, decades later, Sven’s epic story has become legend across the land, and there are a few mercenaries who want to discover the truth behind the tales!

THE UNWRITTEN #4

Written by Mike Carey. Illustrated by Peter Gross.

The solicitation reads: Someone is killing writers. Considering that most of us who work at Elfsar are scribes - yikes. Anyway, catch this title and get on board with one of Vertigo’s most fascinating new series and drink in what is shaping up to be the ultimate story about storytelling. Metafiction rocks.

THE ALCHOLIC SC

Written by Jonathan Ames. Illustrated by Dean Haspiel.

This amazing piece of writing is finally available in soft cover. The fusion of art and words here is truly something to behold as you will laugh out loud and also find yourself in heartfelt grief. Jonathan Ames brings himself into the writing as it’s based on his life so it feels real. Dean Haspiel needs to be commended for his work as it is elegant in its simplicity. You will chew through this book, believe me, it is a major page turner.

DMZ VOL. 7 TP: WAR POWERS

Written by Brian Wood. Illustrated by Riccardo Burchielli, Kristian Donaldson, and Nikki Cook.

DMZ returns for its next trade paperback instalment. This volume collects issues #35 to #41, featuring a new status quo for the DMZ with the new political regime of Parco Delgado, who has a new job for the war journalist.

PETER & MAX: A FABLES NOVEL HC

Written by Bill Willingham. Illustrated by Steve Leialoha.

A must have for Vertigo fans, this book represents the first ever stand-alone prose novel set in the Fables universe and written by Fables creator Willingham. This book tells the story of Peter Piper and his brother Max, a story of sibling rivalry, music, revenge, and magic that begins all the way in the medieval ages and continues up to the present, where their story erupts in modern day Fabletown. This book also features an 8 page comic sequence that serves as a bridge to the main Fables comic series.

THE SANDMAN: THE DREAM HUNTERS HC

Written by Neil Gaiman. Adapted & illustrated by P. Craig Russell.

Here's some good news for your illiterate ass: a comics adaptation of the prose story that was previously illustrated by Yoshitaka Amano. This comic was made to “celebrate” the 20^th Anniversary of THE SANDMAN, and came about because DC Comics was too cheap to pay Neil Gaiman to write a new story, so they thought, “Hey, let's reward the fans by reheating some stale leftovers. They'll buy it anyways because comic nerds don't have the ability to say No!”

WILDSTORM

EX MACHINA #44

Written by Brian K. Vaughan. Illustrated by Tony Harris & Jim Clark. Cover by Tony Harris.

Is that a new costume for the Great Machine? Is Mayor Hundred finally back in the super-hero business?? This issue has Hundred risking it all to descend into the sewers of New York to finally learn why he was given the strange powers that helped him become the Great Machine!

RED HERRING #1 (of 6)

Written by David Tischman. Illustrated by Philip Bond & David Hahn. Cover by Philip Bond.

This new conspiracy-theory filled series looks pretty cool. Tischman has a solid record of creating some interesting and original books, and Bond’s artwork is always excellent. This definitely looks worth trying.

GEARS OF WAR BOOK ONE HC

Written by Joshua Ortega. Illustrated by Liam Sharp.

Bridging the gap between the end of the first game and the start of the second, this gorgeously illustrated series tells the continuing tale of Marcus Fenix’s Delta Squad and their fight against the Locust.

SLEEPER SEASON TWO TP

Written by Ed Brubaker. Illustrated by Sean Philips.

Brubaker & Philip’s (CRIMINAL) fantastic super hero espionage story concludes in this second volume. This book is SO fucking good! Trust us and pick this up. You won’t be disappointed.

JAMES ROBINSON'S COMPLETE WILDCATS TP

Written by James Robinson. Illustrated by Travis Charest, Jim Lee, Barry Windsor-Smith, and more.

Former STARMAN and current SUPERMAN scribe James Robinson began the first WildC.A.T.s revamp and introduced characters like Ben Santini, who went on to lead StormWatch Team Achilles. Complimented by the stunning art of Charest and Lee, this book set the stage for Alan Moore's legendary Wildcats run. This collection features issues #15 to 20, Wildstorm Rising #1, WildC.A.T.S. Annual #1, and Team One / WildC.A.T.S. #1-2.

IMAGE COMICS HIGHLIGHTS

CHEW #3

Written by John Layman. Illustrated by Rob Guillory.

The newest issue of this super-good whacked new series features the debut of the woman that Tony Chu is madly in love with - a food critic who can write about food so accurately and vividly that people get the sensation of taste when reading her reviews. Things get complicated after that, but I can hardly wait to see where this book goes next.

THE DARKNESS / PITT #1 (of 3)

Written by Paul Jenkins. Illustrated by Dale Keown.

Is it just me or is every Top Cow superhero only here to cross over with somebody else's superhero? Doesn't Top Cow have its own universe to play in anymore? Regardless, Keown’s run on THE DARKNESS was incredibly good and still stands up to modern tastes. He was also responsible for bringing us the nose-less Hulk clone “Pitt”. Well, teamed with Paul Jenkins, Keown now has a chance to bring these two icons of Image together in a three issue mini-series featuring alien viruses and the Federal Government.

G-MAN: CAPE CRISIS #1 (of 5)

Written & illustrated by Chris Giarrusso.

The MINI-MARVELS series Giarrusso has done for Marvel has been a very pleasant and enjoyable read, and you don’t have to be a kid to enjoy it. Stories like that are what comics are all about. Bringing his own creation G-Man to a 5 issue series, I expect no less than good ole fashion superhero fun.

INVINCIBLE #65

Written by Robert Kirkman. Illustrated by Ryan Ottley & FCO Plascenia.

This book consistently delivers super hero excellence, but that cover featuring a funeral doesn’t bode well for fans of a certain red-haired heroine.

KING CITY #1

Written & illustrated by Brandon Graham.

This looks like a very cool new series, mixing mystery, weirdness, and funny with indie cred.

I’m looking forward to this one a lot! Recommend for fans of SCOTT PILGRIM, CASSANOVA, or other such indie/hipster action comics. This Brandon Graham guy is for real. I’m looking forward to this one a lot!

TYRESE GIBSON'S MAYHEM #1 (of 3)

Written by Tyrese Gibson, Mike Le, and William Wilson. Illustrated by Tone Rodriguez.

I don't know about you, but I for one was waiting impatiently for the day actor Tyrese Gibson, star of 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS would come out with his own comic book series. And now that day is finally here!

WITCHBLADE #129

Written by Ron Marz. Illustrated by Stjepan Sejic. Covers by Stjepan Sejic and John Tyler Christopher.

The penultimate chapter of the epic “War of the Witchblades” saga delivers more excitement this month, as the two bearers continue their fierce battle and a victor is ready to be chosen.

INVINCIBLE PRESENTS: ATOM EVE COLLECTED EDITION

Written by Benito Cereno. Illustrated by Nate Bellegarde and Bill Crabtree.

This collected edition reprints the solo adventures and the origin story of Atom Eve and is well worth reading. And if you’ve been following recent developments in the Invincible universe, it seems like this collection will serve as a farewell tribute to our red-headed heroine.

KILLER OF DEMONS TP

Written by Christopher Yost. Illustrated by Scott Wegener.

Dave Sloan has an angel that allows him to see the demons disguised as humans (mostly they are his co-workers or others that he finds annoying). Dave is killing these demons, but questions whether he’s really saving the world or if he’s simply a murdering madman. Talk about a tough choice. Wegener’s art alone makes me want this book, and Chris Yost nails the dark humour.

THE WALKING DEAD VOLUME 10: WHAT WE BECOME TP

Written by Robert Kirkman. Illustrated by Charlie Adlard and Cliff Rathburn.

Yes, it’s time for another collected edition of the best written zombie series out there! Collecting issues #55 - #60, this book sees our merry band of survivors struggle to reach Washington DC. I wonder who will die next.

MARVEL COMICS HIGHLIGHTSHTS

DARK AVENGERS #8

Written by Matt Fraction. Illustrated by Luke Ross. Cover by Mike Deodato. Variant cover by Simone Bianchi.

Part 5 of “Utopia” continues from UNCANNY X-MEN #514, and increases the intensity of the battle between the X-Men and Norman Osborn’s Dark teams.

DAREDEVL #500

Written by Ed Brubaker, with Anne Nocenti, and others. Illustrated by Michael Lark, with David Aja, and others. 50/50 covers by Marko Djurdjevic and Alex Ross. Variant covers by Gabriele Dell’Otto and Geoff Darrow.

Daredevil returns to the classic numbering just in time for an over-sized anniversary spectacular issue #500. The culmination of the “Return of the King” story and everything that Brubaker has been building towards happens here. Brubaker’s landmark run on the title comes to an end, with the Kingpin’s plan revealed while Daredevil and Lady Bullseye square off. If tradition on this series is any indication, the departing writer always tends to leave Matt in a very shitty hole, so I’m freaking ecstatic to see where Brubaker leaves things for new series writer, Andy Diggle. This issue also contains some short stories by Ann Nocenti, David Aja, and others, and some additional reprinted material.

FANTASTIC FOUR #570

Written by Jonathan Hickman. Illustrated by Dale Eaglesham. Cover by Alan Davis.

A new creative team begins this issue, hopefully signalling the start of a new era and return to greatness for Marvel’s First Family. Now if I can just get past the overly muscled way that Eaglesham draw’s Mister Fantastic.

GHOST RIDERS: HEAVEN’S ON FIRE #1 (of 6)

Written by Jason Aaron. Illustrated by Roland Boschi.

Jason Aaron’s wonderfully grindhouse rendition of Ghost Rider will come to a close after more than two years with this 6 issue limited series. If the title is any indication, there’s going to be some serious shit going down, and it’s going to be a helluva ride.

IMMORTAL WEAPONS #2 (of 5)

Written by Cullen Bunn. Back-up written by Duane Swierczynski. Illustrated by Dan Brereton. Back-up illustrated by Travel Foreman. Cover by David Aja.

The terrifying Bride of Nine Spiders is in the spotlight this month, as the history of the Immortal Weapons continues.

IRON MAN & THE ARMOUR WARS #1 (of 4)

Written by Joe Caramagna. Illustrated by Craig Rousseau. Cover by Skottie Young.

Man how much would it suck if you had everything your heart desires and absolutely no time to enjoy them? Instead you’re stuck fighting your own super hero armours. Talk about a big old pile of lame!

THE MARVELS PROJECT #1 (of 8)

Written by Ed Brubaker. Illustrated by Steve Epting. Cover by Steve Epting. Variant cover by Gerald Parel.

In celebration of Marvel’s 70^th anniversary, the team who revitalized Captain America reunites to bring us what promises to be a nostalgia tinged tale that tells us the origin of the current Marvel universe, beginning with the death of a mysterious old man in 1939. The secret-secret-secret origins of the earliest Marvel heroes including Human Torch (the robot one), the Sub-Mariner (the same one), and The Incredible Hulk (the burlesque dancing one)!

PUNISHER NOIR #1 (of 4)

Written by Frank Tieri. Illustrated by Paul Azaceta. Cover by Tim Bradstreet.

In the 1920’s Dutch Schultz held even the toughest of gangsters in check through fear and intimidation, but now the man who stared down Capone has caught the attention of a rather unpleasant man wearing a familiar white skull motif. Marvel continues their run of “noir” style stories as Frank Castle squares off with the mob in an old school crime yarn.

REBORN #2 (of 5)

Written by Ed Brubaker. Illustrated by Bryan Hitch. Cover by John Cassaday.

Although Marvel is still keeping tight-lipped about this project, more and more it’s looking like the hero being reborn in this series is none other than Steve Rogers Captain America. That, or the girlie Bucky created by Rob Liefeld. Exciting.

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #601

Written by Mark Waid. Illustrated by Mario Alberti. Cover by J. Scott Campbell.

The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally happened: the return of Mary-Jane begins this month! Mark Waid tackles the hefty task of reintroducing Mary Jane Watson to the life of everyone’s favourite neighbourhood hero starting this issue, and continuing in #602 & #603.

THUNDERBOLTS #135

Written by Andy Diggle. Illustrated by Miguel Sepulveda. Cover by Francesco Mattina.

Fuckin’ A. That’s what I say after I finish reading an issue of the wonderfully messed up book. Diggle has said he’s always wanted to write a Nick Fury tale and lo and behold who is appearing this month. I love it when a writer gets to play with all the pieces in the toy box and that’s what this book does. It takes things pretty far into left field and sticks you with a group of people you would feel hella uncomfortable with.

ULTIMATE COMICS AVENGERS #1

Written by Mark Millar. Illustrated by Carlos Pacheco. Cover by Carlos Pacheco. Villain variant cover by Olivier Coipel.

The Ultimate Universe re-launches this month, and hyperbole enthusiast Mark Millar returns to the creations he helped define as “The Ultimates” become “The Avengers”! Along with ever popular Carlos Pacheco, Millar’s going to kick thing off with a bang and make this book a can’t miss title!

ULTIMATE COMICS SPIDER-MAN #1

Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Illustrated by David Lafuente. Cover by David Lafuente. Villain variant cover by Marko Djurdjevic.

The Ultimate Universe re-launches this month, with an all-new Ultimate Spider-Man! Who is wearing the costume of our favourite web-slinger? And who survived the destruction of ULTIMATUM? Find out beginning in this all-new series, written by Bendis (of course) and illustrated by excellent new artist David Lafuente (HELLCAT).

WOLVERINE WEAPON X #4

Written by Jason Aaron. Illustrated by Ron Garney. 50/50 covers by Ron Garney & Adi Granov.

Jason Aaron should never leave this book. His handle of the character is awesome and he knows how to use what makes Wolverine so badass, and turn it on its side that we find ourselves compelled. Lots of stabby, lots of story. Everything a Wolverine book should be.

X-FACTOR #47

Written by Peter David. Illustrated by Valentine DeLandro.

This book has been excellent for some time now, and somehow keeps getting better and better every month. Recent issues have seen more plot twists than would be considered possible, and this issue continues the high level of excitement as things build towards a climax in the fast approaching issue #50.

UNCANNY X-MEN #514

Written by Matt Fraction. Illustrated by Terry Dodson. Cover by Terry Dodson. Variant cover by Simone Bianchi.

The big battle between the X-Men and Norman Osborne’s Dark Avengers and Dark X-Men continues in part 4 of the epic “Utopia”.

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE DEATH OF CAPTAIN AMERICA OMNIBUS HC

Written by Ed Brubaker. Illustrated by Steve Epting, Mike Perkins, Luke Ross, and others.

If you’ve somehow not heard, Ed Brubaker has been creating some of the very best super hero comics you will ever read with his masterpiece run on Captain America. This collection follows the aftermath of the assassination of Steve Rogers and is worth reading by everyone who enjoys excellent story-telling.

RUNAWAYS: PRIDE & JOY TP

Written by Brian K Vaughn. Illustrated by Adrian Alphona.

For all the people who have been complaining that the only way to get this in a non digest format is the hard covers, well it seems you have been heard as Marvel is re-releasing the runaways series in a traditional trade paperback trim. If you have been holding out, or were unsure whether to check out this series, now’s a good a time as any to see why so many people fell in love with these characters.

THOR BY J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI VOL. 2 TP

Written by JMS. Illustrated by Oliver Coipel & Marko Djurdjevic.

What is there to say about JMS’ Thor? How about “wonderful” and “epic”. Beautiful art and writing are symbiotically linked here to create a sprawling tale, with so many layers and depth, it all comes alive. Shocks and awes abound in this book. Do yourself a favour and give it a read.

ASTONISHING X-MEN: GHOST BOXES PREMIERE HC

Written by Warren Ellis. Illustrated by Simone Bianchi, Alan Davis, Clayton Crain, Kaare Andrews, and Adi Granov.

Warren Ellis brings his sci-fi leanings and wild imagination to the new look Astonishing X-Men in this hardcover that collects issues #25-30 and Ghost boxes #1-2. The X-Men are some of the last mutants left alive in this world or any other. Or so they believe until they encounter violent mutants from a parallel dimension, with ties to one of their own.

UNCANNY X-MEN: SISTERHOOD TP

Written by Matt Fraction. Illustrated by Greg “porn-face” Land & Yanick Paquette.

Matt Fraction continues to reinvigorate the X-Men, and this collection features the team having to battle a collection of some of their deadliest female foes. Greg “porn-face” Land’s art is pretty enough, but unfortunately makes all of the female characters nearly indistinguishable from each other. But Fraction’s energy and clever twists make this worth reading.

X-MEN: MUTANT MASSACRE HC

Written by Chris Claremont and various. Illustrated by John Romita Jr. and others.

Yay! Finally I get to read this in a printing where the art doesn’t look all crappy because the colours are all off. Mutant massacre was such a huge story that tore through the Marvel Universe, it seriously changed things. It established the Marauders as great villains, and made it feel like no one was safe any more. So many great moments in these pages, especially Wolverine vs. Sabretooth. That blew my mind when I first read this, but then again I was also a kid and anything with Wolverine at the time was like I had just found gold.

TOYS & MISC. HIGHLIGHTS

ANGEL STATUES (BOWEN DESIGNS)

Angel is featured in both his red and blue costumes in this attractive statue from Bowen.

BLAMMOIDS!

DC’s newest series of collector toys is here! These chunky toys feature Batman, Joker, Green Lantern, Sinestro, Firestorm, and Aquaman, with more to come in successive series.

CINEMA OF FEAR MINI-PLUSHES

Featuring Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Leatherface. Fearful figures have never been so cuddly!

DR. HORRIBLE’S SING ALONG BLOG DVD

Joss Whedon writes a musical! Thrill to the adventures of the evil, but nice, Dr. Evil as he battles the good, but assholic, superhero Captain Hammer for the affections of the lovely, but unlucky, Penny. Featuring great music and virtuoso performances from Neil Patrick Harris, Nathan Fillion, and Felicia Day, this DVD also includes more than 90 minutes of bonus features!

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS 4.0: ADVENTURER’S VAULT VOLUME 2

The first adventurers Vault was jam packed with so much goodies, it made being a player difficult solely based on the things you wanted to get. Now it seems, it’s about to get even harder.

FUTURAMA SERIES 7 ACTION FIGURES

This newest series from the classic animated show features Hermes and Professor Farnsworth, along with a Nibler mini figure.

GARGOYLES: GOLIATH STATUE (BOWEN DESIGNS)

Every once and a while a statue comes along that looks so good it doesn’t really matter whether or not you’re a fan of the character. This fantastic looking Goliath statue from the GARGOYLES series definitely fits that description. Isn’t it kind of ironic to make a statue of a gargoyle?

GI JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO SEASON 1 PART 1 DVD

Finally available on DVD, it’s time to bring it back to the 80’s. YO JOE!!!!! This series is campy and quaint, and even laughably terrible at times. But the nostalgia that comes with it is priceless. A worthy addition to the DVD shelf.

GIRLS AND CORPSES MAGAZINE SUMMER 2009

The return of girls and corpses quarterly magazine. Yes, it is exactly what it sounds like and cannot be any more straightforward. If you’re in the mood for something different, this is it.

JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURES

More second generation JSA’er goodness. Spinning right out of the latest incarnation of the hit series come four heroes, three of whom I’m pretty sure haven’t had many figures made of them. This set includes Cyclone, Hourman, Kingdom Come Superman, and Geoff Johns favourite Stargirl.

KING KEN MINI FIGURES

These new mini designer toys look like some kick-ass simians.

McSUPERSIZED KEYCHAINS

Ron English has satirized almost every pop-cultural icon there is, and now one of his more famous paintings comes to life as a series of plump key chains.

PREDATOR 2: BIO HELMET 1/1-SCALE LIMITED EDITION PROP REPLICA

For the die hard Predator fan this is one of the “be all - end all“ pieces you can own. A perfect replica of the bio helmet, the only thing that would make this even more badass would be if you could put it on and see heat signatures, but maybe that’s asking for too much.

STAR TREK ORIGINAL SERIES T-SHIRT: KNOW YOUR SPOCK

This t-shirt serves as a handy dandy guide to determining whether the Spock in front of you is good or evil via a simple graphic: Evil Spock = goatee. Good Spock = no goatee. Brilliant.

STAR TREK TALKING COMMUNICATOR KEYCHAIN

Calling all Trek fans, here is a great little piece of merch you can carry around with you all day. Is that a communicator in your pocket? It very well could be.

STAR WARS: JABBA THE HUTT SUPREME EDITION COSTUME STD

Yes, all of your strangest fetishes and warped Star Wars fantasies can now come true. This is for the man who dreams of being Jabba. You can be Jabba and walk around with your own Leia on a leash. Ok, Maybe this is going too far. But I bet you there’s a porno of this out there somewhere. Or shortly there will be one soon.

STAR WARS: INTERACTIVE 15-INCH R2-D2

Who wouldn’t want their own R2 unit around? Especially one you can interact with!!!

STAR WARS: SLAVE LEIA SECRET WISHES COSTUME

I suppose it was inevitable: the creepy fan-boy’s kinky fantasy of Slave Leia can now be made reality with this replica costume from RETURN OF THE JEDI. Of course, first the perverts will have to find a girl willing to wear it for them. The perfect companion costume for the JABBA suit.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES HEADKNOCKERS

Bobbleheads of the original Turtles. Hells yes! A classy way to show your love for the good ole days when the turtles kicked more ass and ate less pizza, without people giving you disdain for having action figures. Fuck ‘em I say! But these bobble heads rock.

UPPY UGLYDOLL PLUSHES

A new uglydoll has come to town and he is the most optimistic … um … thing you’ll ever meet. He is sure of things and those things belong to him even though you may think they belong to you! Uppy comes in four sizes: 24 inch, 12 inch, 7 inch, and clip-on 3 inch.

VALIGURA: CONCEALED WEAPON PLUSHES

There’s a happy grenade plush (Gary Grenade, “exploding for good”) and an angry looking grenade plush (George Grenade, “exploding for evil”) that are just too cool for words.

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