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BEASTS OF BURDEN OCCUPIED TERRITORY HC

An elder member of the occult-battling pack of Wise Dogs recalls a harrowing mission-in U.S-occupied Japan after World War II, a mysterious curse creates an army of crawling, disembodied heads which threatens to overwhelm the region. Emrys and a team of canine companions attempt to solve the mystery, bringing them into conflict with shape-changing tanuki, evil oni, and a horde of vengeful demons. Collects the four-issue miniseries.
Creators: (W) Sarah Dyer, Evan Dorkin (A/CA) Ben Dewey
$24.99
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BLADE OF IMMORTAL DLX ED HC VOL 04 (MR)

Over 600 pages, collecting Hirokai Samura's captivating "Secrets," "Fall Frost," and "Beasts" story arcs! With Rin searching for the vicious leader of the Itto-ryu on her own, Manji joins forces with Magatsu-a fan-favorite killer-to take on the evil Shira! Collects Blade of the Immortal volumes 10 to 12 in the original 7" x 10" serialized format, in a faux-leather hardcover treatment, and with a bookmark ribbon.
Creators: (W) Hiroaki Samura (A/CA) Hiroaki Samura
$49.99
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BUCKAROO BANZAI AGAINST WORLD CRIME LEAGUE NOVEL HC

A prose adventure as told by the Reno Kid to Buckaroo Banzai chronicler E.M. Rauch, this tale follows everyone's favorite scientist-surgeon-entertainer-daredevil as he sets off on a brand-new hair-raising adventure! The long-awaited sequel to The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension is finally here! o The cult classic receives its long-awaited official sequel! o Buckaroo Banzai is a treasured pop culture icon, lauded by "nerd" luminaries like Kevin Smith! o This is the adventure that was teased at the end of the original Buckaroo Banzai film! o A new novel by the writer of the original screenplay!
Creators: (W) Earl Mac Rauch
$29.99
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CRITICAL ROLE MIGHTY NEIN ORIGINS HC JESTER

Jester Lavorre had an unconventional upbringing, even for one born in cosmopolitan Nicodranas. Daughter of the famed Ruby of the Sea, she had many opportunities for mischief as a small child, of which she took full advantage! Dive into the mystery of Jester's early years, her first meeting with the Traveler, and the fateful events that set her on a path to eventually join the Mighty Nein. Jester's story is brought to life by writer Sam Maggs (Captain Marvel, The Unstoppable Wasp) with art by Hunter Severn Bonyun, in direct consultation with Laura Bailey! It's available as a gorgeous hardcover, ready to take its place in your Critical Role library!
Creators: (W) Sam Maggs (A) Hunter Severn (CA) Cathy Le
$17.99
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CRITICAL ROLE VOX MACHINA ORIGINS III #4 (OF 6)

Waging war in the wintry wastes! Vox Machina - members who aren't magically frozen, anyway - follow their mystery assailant through a portal and find themselves facing something much bigger, both literally and metaphorically, than they anticipated!
Creators: (W) Matthew Mercer, Jody Houser (A) Olivia Samson (CA) Marina Romero Arias
$3.99
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EC ARCHIVES HAUNT OF FEAR TP VOL 01

The Haunt font overfloweth! Collecting issues #15-#17 and #4-#6 of the classic horror series, and features gorgeous new digital colors-using Marie Severin's original palette as a guide, this volume includes unforgettable stories drawn by all-star comic artists Johnny Craig, Al Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman, Harry Harrison, Wallace Wood, Graham Ingles, Jack Kamen, and Jack Davis!
Creators: (W) Harvey Kurtzman, Johnny Craig, Ivan Klapper, Gardner Fox, Bill Gaines, Al Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman (A) Al Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman, Harry Harrison, Wallace Wood, Graham Ingles, Jack Kamen, Jack Davis (A/CA) Johnny Craig
$19.99
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EVIL DEAD 40TH ANNIVERSARY ED HC (MR)

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the cult horror classic in this hardcover graphic novel collection that expands on the film! Now an iconic horror hero, relive Ash's first visit to the cabin that brought him face to face with the delectably deranged deadites who possessed his girlfriend and friends . . . and turned "the perfect place to get laid" into a house of fear and fury. Return to the original nonstop gore-fest and experience the thrills, gags, and gagging anew, with unexpected extra scenes, a new afterword from writer Mark Verheiden, and an updated sketchbook section!
Creators: (W) Mark Verheiden (A/CA) John Bolton
$19.99
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HELLBOY BONES OF GIANTS #1 (OF 4)

When a startling discovery is made in Sweden, the B.P.R.D. sends Hellboy and Abe Sapien to investigate. What ensues is a wild adventure full of Norse legends, mythical creatures, and a threat that could bring not just Earth but the Nine Realms of Norse mythology to their knees. Based on the illustrated novel by Mike Mignola and Christopher Golden, this four-part comics adaptation of Hellboy: The Bones of Giants brings readers into Hellboy's fight against the Frost Giants with stunning art by Matt Smith (Hellboy and the B.P.R.D: Long Night at Goloski Station, Barbarian Lord, Folklords) and colors by Chris O'Halloran (Folklords, Black Panther, Ice Cream Man).
Creators: (W) Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden (A/CA) Matt Smith
$3.99
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HOUSE TP (MR)

During the Battle of the Bulge, a squadron of US soldiers is caught in a blizzard while patrolling through the woods. Seeking refuge from the impending white out, they stumble across an abandoned manor, seeking shelter and safety. Once inside, however, the doors disappear, rooms begin to morph, exits become entrances, and they quickly realize there is no safety to be found! As their eyes deceive them, their minds descend into madness, panic, and paranoia. Is this real? Or is there more to this labyrinth than what resides within the walls? Secrets are revealed, history is retold, and death is the only mercy.
Creators: (W) Phillip Sevy (A/CA) Drew Zucker
$19.99
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LAST FLIGHT OUT #3 (OF 6)

Ben Caewood's mission to save his daughter before the world ends has taken an unexpected turn when Ben finds out that the man she loves is being held captive in the most dangerous place left on Earth and threatens the already-shaky "alliance" he's formed with the military.
Creators: (W) Marc Guggenheim (A/CA) Eduardo Ferigato
$3.99
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LUCKY DEVIL #4 (OF 4)

After an exorcism gone wrong, down-on-his-luck schlub Stanley finds he's retained all of the demon's supernatural powers and positions himself the leader of an insane worldwide cult-only to find himself pissing off the demons of hell. Now Stanley heads to Hell itself to determine whether or not he should keep these powers of the devil or remove them and go back to his boring life.
Creators: (W) Cullen Bunn (A/CA) Fran Galan
$3.99
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ORPHAN & FIVE BEASTS #3 (OF 4)

After an insane battle with the first of the Beasts known as Thunderthighs, a brave warrior named Orphan Mo and her newfound mountain bandits move forward in their journey to take down the next boss.
Creators: (W) James Stokoe (A/CA) James Stokoe
$3.99
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STRANGER THINGS WINTER SPECIAL ONE-SHOT CVR A MORRIS

The winter holidays are upon us and the kids of Hawkins are in full spirit. As they recall stories from their childhood to teach Eleven about Christmas, tensions run high as Dustin swears he saw something lurking in the forest outside.
Creators: (W) Chris Roberson (A) Abel (CA) Steve Morris
$6.99
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STRANGER THINGS WINTER SPECIAL ONE-SHOT CVR B CASE

The winter holidays are upon us and the kids of Hawkins are in full spirit. As they recall stories from their childhood to teach Eleven about Christmas, tensions run high as Dustin swears he saw something lurking in the forest outside.
Creators: (W) Chris Roberson (A) Abel (CA) Jonathan Case
$6.99
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TRUE LIVES FABULOUS KILLJOYS CALIFORNIA DLX HC

A direct tie-in to the My Chemical Romance album Danger Days! Years ago, the Killjoys fought against the tyrannical megacorporation Better Living Industries, costing them their lives, save for one-the mysterious Girl. Today, the followers of the original Killjoys languish in the Desert while BLI systematically strips citizens of their individuality. As the fight for freedom fades, it's left to the Girl to take up the mantle and bring down the fearsome BLI! This oversized deluxe hardcover edition collects issues #1-#5 of the 2014 series The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys: California-the deluxe format also includes a slipcase designed by Tony Ong and an exclusive print by Becky Cloonan, the short story "Dead Satellites," with the expanded sketchbook section from the limited edition!
Creators: (W) Gerard Way, Shaun Simon (A) Becky Cloonan (CA) Tony Ong
$79.99
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WITCHER WILD HUNT BOOKENDS

This set of two polyresin bookends are inspired by the architecture of Kaer Morhen, the now ruined keep where witchers of the School of the Wolf were trained, as seen in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Now is your opportunity to both show respect to these hallowed grounds and proudly display your Witcher tomes you've acquired through your journey.
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$139.99
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