05/01/2012: New arrivals: this week's new magazines, novels and toys & models!

ACTION FIGURE DISPLAY SYSTEM 3-PACK

Fun Publications has developed the Action Figure Display System, ideal for displaying different brands of 4' action figures such as G.I. Joe, Star Wars, Marvel Universe, and many more. What sets this system apart from other figure stands on the market is the many ways it can be integrated into almost any collection. Diorama-style backdrop cards can be used to create mini-environments utilizing an upright clip arm and another clip at the rear foot of the base. The upright arm can also be removed and the foot clip used to display file cards or other package elements. The bases have two individual foot pegs, which allow unique posing ability for single figures, giving maximum stability, or two figures can be displayed together by allocating one foot peg to each figure.

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ACTION FIGURE DISPLAY SYSTEM 3-PACK


ALTER EGO #106

Alter Ego looks at the career of Dick Giordano through the 1960s, from his early years as a freelance artist through the 'Action-Hero' era at Charlton and the first time around at DC! Plus Dick's final panel at the Charlotte (NC) Heroes Con in 2009, with Steve Skeates & Roy Thomas and part one of Jim Amash's interview with Charlton artist Tony Tallarico.

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ALTER EGO #106


CLASSIC MARVEL FIG COLL MAG SPEC MODOK

M.O.D.O.K. is the ultimate villain. His name stands for Mobile Organism Designed Only for Killing. Designed by the evil scientists of AIM to investigate the Cosmic Cube, Modok has fought the Hulk, the Avengers, Spider-Man, Thor, Captain America and just about every hero in the Marvel Universe. Villains don't come much bigger, badder or crazier than Modok! The fully authorized and hand painted Modok figurine is accompanied by a 20 page magazine filled with facts about Modok and AIM. There's also a huge double-sided poster!

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CLASSIC MARVEL FIG COLL MAG SPEC MODOK


DC SUPERHERO FIG COLL MAG #96 PHANTOM STRANGER

The ultimate collection for comics fans, the DC Superhero Collection Figurine Magazine brings together DC Comics' greatest heroes and villains! Official figurines of the characters, both good and evil, are cast in lead, individually hand-painted and numbered to form an authentic collector's edition. Each comes with a 20-page magazine providing detailed history and background on the featured characters, including exclusive images and interviews. Choose this month from The Phantom Stranger (#96) and Cheetah (#97).

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DC SUPERHERO FIG COLL MAG #96 PHANTOM STRANGER


EXOTIQUE SC VOL 07 (MR)

The seventh book in the Exotique series showcases the world's most beautiful CG characters created for film, television, games, and personal development. Exotique 7 takes a snapshot of one of the most inspirational and challenging mediums of character design and turns a spotlight on the best established artists working on major game and film productions, and the new artists who will do the same in years to come.

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EXOTIQUE SC VOL 07 (MR)


MODERN MASTERS SC VOL 27 RON GARNEY

Ron Garney knows how to tell a story on the comics page. He can draw cinematic blockbuster action with the best of them, as his iconic runs on Captain America, Wolverine, and Weapon X will attest. But he also excels at depicting the quiet moments. There is emotional nuance in his work, which elevates every story he illustrates. Join authors George Khoury and Eric Nolen-Weathington-along with Jason Aaron, Tom Palmer, Alex Ross, and friends-as they present the art and career of Ron Garney, Modern Master! This book documents his stellar career by virtue of an exhaustive interview with Garney, where he explains his creative process, and presents a wealth of rare and unseen art, including a gallery of commissioned pieces, many in full-color. Like never before, this book lets you experience the work and wonder of this master of modern comic art: Ron Garney!

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MODERN MASTERS SC VOL 27 RON GARNEY


SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOL 56

Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! The Master of Darkness, agent Clyde Burke and Secret Service agent Vic Marquette investigate deadly plots in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, The Shadow's investigation of 'The Embassy Murders' unearths a sinister plot that threatens world peace. Then, the kidnapping of Clyde Burke leads The Shadow and his agents on a winding murder trail through New Jersey's 'Hills of Death!' Plus: A two-fisted adventure of Police Commissioner James Gordon, a.k.a. The Whisperer! This instant collectors' item features both classic cover paintings by George Rozen, the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, and historical commentary by popular culture historians Anthony Tollin and Will Murray.

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SHADOW DOUBLE NOVEL VOL 56


STAR WARS FIG COLL MAG #44 LEIA BOUSHH

The extraordinary history of Star Wars is presented in an exceptional magazine and figurine collection. Each episode of the six-film series has contributed memorable characters to the saga - and to pop culture. Each figure is sculpted under the direct guidance of Lucasfilm to create an exceptional series of figurines at 1/32-scale. The magazine perfectly complements the collection of miniatures, with biographies, anecdotes, images, and more, all obtained from the Lucasfilm archives. Continue your collection with the Imperial Snowtrooper (#43) and Leia as Boushh (#44)!

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STAR WARS FIG COLL MAG #44 LEIA BOUSHH