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Preview: Crimson Society Vol. 1 TPB

CRIMSON SOCIETY VOL. 1 TPB

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo
128 pgs./FC/ Mature Readers
$14.99

In the very near future, supernatural beings live among humans in peace, yet Jack Crimson finds his life as a werewolf frustrating, and wants nothing more than a cure. Desperate to free himself from this curse, he makes a series of decisions leading him down an unexpected path. Join Jack as he makes his way through this dark new world.

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Preview: Crimson Society #4

CRIMSON SOCIETY #4

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo
32 pgs./FC/ Mature Readers
$3.99 USD

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” curse is put to the test as he and his allies are caught on the wrong side of town. When an all-out attack threatens what matters most to Jack, can he rise to the challenge?

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Preview: Crimson Society #3 (of 4)

CRIMSON SOCIETY #3 (of 4)

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo
32 pgs./Mature readers/ FC
$3.99

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” Werewolf curse is put to the test. When an all-out zombie attack threatens not just Jack, but his human girlfriend and new vampire ally, can he wield the mysterious Constantine Technology to save those that matter most to him?

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Preview: Crimson Society #2

CRIMSON SOCIETY #2

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo
32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC
$3.99

As Jack attempts to discover more about the “Constaine Technology,” the mysterious nanotech augmentation to his arms that tends to kill vampires on sight, he finds a possible ally in his quest. But will Romules, the vampire torture specialist, throw a wrench in their plans?

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Action Lab Entertainment in February 2015

CRIMSON SOCIETY TPB

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

In the very near future, supernatural beings live among humans in peace, yet Jack Crimson finds his life as a werewolf frustrating, and wants nothing more than a cure. Desperate to free himself from this curse, he makes a series of decisions leading him down an unexpected path.  Join Jack as he makes his way through this dark new world.

128 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $14.99

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FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 4 (OF 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney
Artist Name(s): Soo Lee
Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

ROUND FOUR! Amarosa has made it through three trials that have all tested her in ways she couldn’t imagine. Though her fourth trail is colossal in more ways than one, finding out what makes her special may be the key to her success. The question is…will she figure it out in time?

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC  $3.99

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GRONK: A MONSTER’S STORY VOLUME 1 TPB

Writer(s): Katie Cook
Artist Name(s): Katie Cook
Cover Artist(s): Katie Cook
Colorist: Kevin Minor

Gronk is a monster… and not a very good one. Follow Gronk’s adventures as she leaves the monster world and joins up with her new family! Enjoy the first year’s worth of comics from this popular, all-ages webcomic in a wonderful, full color collection!

64pgs./All Ages/ FC $9.99

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HERALD: LOVECRAFT AND TESLA# 3 (of 3)

Writer(s): John Reilly
Artist Name(s): Tom Rogers (pencils), Dexter Weeks (ink, color, letters)
Cover Artist(s): Tom Rogers

A botched break-in attempt of the Athenaeum Library ends at the barrel of a gun as Cthulhu Cultists interrogate Lovecraft and Tesla while looking for their own copy of the Necronomicon. In Rome, two old men approach a young artist to discuss the nature of sacrifice.

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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HEROCATS OF STELLAR CITY #4

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers (i), Matt Hearns (c) Brianna Higgins (l)
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

Dangerous sinkholes are opening all over Stellar City and it’s up to the Hero Cats to save the day!  Ace, Midnight, Cassiopeia, Belle, Rocket & Rocco explore an underground world filled with new friends and adventures.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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HOLY F*CK #3

Writer(s): Nick Marino
Artist Name(s): Daniel Arruda Massa
Cover Artist(s): Daniel Arruda Massa (regular), and Kaylie McDougal (limited variant covers)

Jesus takes the fight directly to Zeus and Isis, the two mythological gods leading a horde of desperate, worship-hungry deities!  But do Jesus, Satan, and Sister Maria actually stand a chance? And can they keep their sh*t together long enough to stop the coming madness?

Includes two limited variant covers by Kaylie McDougal, limited to 1,500 copies each.

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES TPB

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

What do you get when you cross a bloodthirsty, universe-traveling carnival monkey with a time-displaced, foul-mouthed kitten & his best friend? The epic second volume of Ehmm Theory! Gabriel Ehmm takes on incredible new freaked-up foes with the help of his talking cat Mr. Whispers and the telekinetic werewoman named Mindwolf in the brain-melting tale that has folks saying “Oh my macaroni nuts, this is a wild treat!”  Collects Ehmm Theory: Everything and Small Doses #1-4.

128 pgs./ Mature Readers / FC $14.99

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PIRATE EYE: EXILED FROM EXILE # 2 (of 4)

Writer(s): Josiah Grahn
Artist Name(s): Carl Yonder
Cover Artist(s): Carl Yonder

Smitty has lost everything twice-over, and now nothing is out of bounds as he desperately seeks a score large enough to buy his way back to safety. His former crewmate, now a feared captain, means to ensure Smitty’s continued misery, instead. They can’t both succeed.

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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PLANET GIGANTIC TPB

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson, Will Perkins, Phil Sloan
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson
Two genetically engineered teenage astronauts crash land on a fantastic planet and are forced to grow up in a world filled with rock monsters, giant insects, smoke ninjas, and a cruel Queen who wants their powers. And that’s just on the first day.  Collects PLANET GIGANTIC #1-4.

128 pgs./ Teen/ FC $14.99

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PRINCELESS: THE PIRATE PRINCESS #2

Writer(s): Jeremy Whitley
Artist Name(s): Rosy Higgins, Ted Brandt
Cover Artist(s): Rosy Higgins, Ted Brandt

Bedelia and Adrienne have a new teammate in Raven, The Pirate Princess.  She’s tough, smart, fun-loving and she’s on an epic quest for revenge.  When her quest clashes with Adrienne’s, sparks will fly and only one princess can come out on top!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS TPB

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade, Adam Shaw, Janet Wade
Cover Artist(s): Janet Wade

Shianndrea Toshigawa is just your average, ordinary ninja-in-training. On the run from the Azumi ninja clan, Shianndrea trains with the legendary Toshigawa clan to embrace the mysterious power within her, all the while, navigating the life of a teenage girl. Shinobi: Ninja Princess is 192 pages of martial arts action and all ages fun. Collects Shinobi: Ninja Princess #1-6!

192 pgs./ Teen/ FC $19.99

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STRAY #2 (of 4)

Writer(s): Vito Delsante
Artist Name(s): Sean Izaakse
Color Artist(s): Ross Campbell
Cover Artist(s): Sean Izaakse & Ross Campbell (s), Shawn McGuan (v)

Rodney, the former Rottweiler, buries his father and resolves to find the killer. But will his former teammates, the TeenAgents, help him or hold him back? Be here for…The Funeral of the Doberman! Limited Edition Variant cover by Shawn McGuan on 1500!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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ZOMBIE TRAMP #8

Writer(s): Jason Martin, Dan Mendoza
Artist Name(s): Winston Young
Cover Artist(s): TMChu (regular, risqué variant), Dan Mendoza (limited variant), Andrew Pepoy (Valentine variant)
Risque variant cover (limited to 2000): TMChu
Artist variant cover (limited to 1500): Dan Mendoza
Valentine Variant cover (limited to 1500): Andrew Pepoy

Janey’s prize possession, her copy of the Necronomicon that helps her blend in and survive as an undead zombie tramp amongst the living, has gone missing. Now can she retrieve the book even though its new owner stirs long lost feelings as well? It’s Valentine’s Day Zombie Tramp style! Also look for the first appearance of an all new character soon to have her own series!

Features a variant cover by Dan Mendoza (limited to 1500 copies) and a risqué variant cover (limited to 2000 copies) and a special Valentine Variant by Andrew Pepoy (Afterlife with Archie) (limited to 1500 copies).

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC  $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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VAMPLETS: THE NIGHTMARE NURSERY VOLUME 3 HC

Writer(s): Gayle Middleton and Dave Dwonch
Artist Name(s): Amada Coronado (a), Bill Blankenship (c)
Cover Artist(s): Amanda Coronado (a), Bill Blankenship (c)

The shocking conclusion to the Nightmare Nursery saga! Destiny Harper is in deep trouble, and she will need the help of Rasket, Lycinda and the Vamplets themselves to thwart the plans of the evil Vammette. Will Destiny Harper get back home, or will she be trapped on the nightmare world of Gloomvania forever?

48 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $15.99

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Action Lab in December 2014

CRIMSON SOCIETY #4

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” curse is put to the test as he and his allies are caught on the wrong side of town. When an all-out attack threatens what matters most to Jack, can he rise to the challenge?

32 pgs. / Mature Readers / FC $3.99

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EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #3

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

The conclusion to Everything and Small Doses is here. The final battle with the time-jumping assassin monkey Mister Everything is fought. The discovery of what he was after, and his secret past are revealed. Dominika’s plans to find a portal come to fruition as our heroes, Gabe and Whispers, fight for their very lives!

32 pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99

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THE F1RST HERO

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

Everyone who manifests superpowers goes insane and becomes a threat to society… except for Jake Roth. When Jake manifests superpowers but somehow keeps his sanity, he must decide whether or not to put himself at risk by using his new abilities to help people or do nothing and save himself while innocent people around him get hurt. From war-torn Afghanistan to the streets of South Philadelphia, it’s an all-out fight for survival for The F1rst Hero!

128 pgs ./Teen / FC $14.99

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FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 2 (of 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney
Artist Name(s): Soo Lee
Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

ROUND 2! Amarosa has survived her first trial but the next may be more than she can handle. Amarosa will confront a fear she had lost but has regained in a new fashion as she braves a fight against a colossal robot responsible for the eradication of the human race.

32 pgs. /Teen / FC $3.99

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HERALD: LOVECRAFT AND TESLA #1

Writer(s): John Reilly
Artist Name(s): Tom Rogers, Dexter Weeks
Cover Artist(s): Tom Rogers, Colin Dyer (variant cover)

When Nikola Tesla’s fiancée, Amelia Earhart, steals a dangerous prototype engine for a trans-Atlantic flight, Tesla seeks out the interdimensional expertise of HP Lovecraft to save her. Lovecraft, however, has problems of his own as he investigates the identity of Cthulhu’s Herald. Variant cover by Colin Dyer, limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs. /Teen / FC $3.99

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HEROCATS OF STELLAR CITY #3

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers, Omaka Schultz
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

What does it really take to be a Hero Cat? Find out as Ace leads Cassiopeia through
some long overdue training. Will she survive the journey from civilian to soldier? Action Lab’s newest hit prowls on!

32 pgs. /All Ages / FC $3.99

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ITTY BITTY BUNNIES IN RAINBOW PIXIE CANDYLAND TPB

Writer(s): Dean Rankine
Artist Name(s): Dean Rankine
Cover Artist(s): Dean Rankine

Take some time for an adventure to a magical world with two cute bunnies–two foul mouthed, drug using, butt-naked bunnies that go on adorably offensive, insultingly hilarious adventures! Your journey into off color fun begins here, with this mix of Adventure Time and underground comix!

Collects the first three special issues from Dean Rankine’s unhinged cartooning masterwork.

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

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PLANET GIGANTIC #3 (of 4)

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson, Phil Sloan
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson

Yuri is confronted by a past foe as Valentina and Lyana square off against a giant
centipede. Also in this issue: Lyana the Seeker journeys to the underwater wreck of a
grand skyship. When she arrives, she soon realizes there is more than treasure buried
there.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #5 (of 6)

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (pencils and inks), Gene Faye (Colorist)
Cover Artist: Tressina Bowling

Tesuto: As the fists, feet and swords fly during Shianndrea’s Masters Test, the Azumi Ninja locate the Toshigawa stronghold and attack. A huge battle ensues and Shianndrea is confronted by the evil Kokoro. With Kim, Gaudient and the rest of the Toshigawa Masters busy defending the stronghold, it’s up to Hamasuke and Shianndrea to defend themselves against the leader of the Azumi Ninja.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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HOLY F*CK #1

Writer(s): Nick Marino
Artist Name(s): Daniel Arruda Massa
Cover Artist(s): Daniel Arruda Massa (regular and limited variant covers)

Why is a nun barging into a seedy Tokyo karaoke bar in the middle of the night to find a sleazy naked man smoking meth? Because that man is Jesus, and Sister Maria needs him to help her and Satan stop humanity’s mythological gods from f*cking up the Earth. Includes two limited variant covers limited to 1,500 copies each, and ask your local retailer if they will be offering one of our limited edition store exclusive mythological god covers.

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99

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SOUTHERN DOG  TPB

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

When awkward high school teen Jasper Dixon sustains an injury during a hunting excursion with his family, his infected wolf bite combined with the hormonal changes of puberty triggers a disturbing physical transformation. Now he’s forced to confront his Deep South upbringing and monsters far worse than what he’s become!

Collects the critically acclaimed four issue series and features a cover by Riley Rossmo (Image Comics Drumhellar).

32pgs./ Mature Readers / FC $3.99

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ZOMBIE TRAMP# 6

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TBA
Cover Artist(s): TMChu, Dan Mendoza (limited variant)
Risque variant cover (limited to 2000): TMChu
Artist variant cover (limited to 1500): Dan Mendoza

When you’re the street walking dead, you never know what kind of situations you may find yourself in from town to town. This time Zombie Tramp may regret her choice of locals as she’s drawn into an underground fight club. Grab your spurs, it’s time for a honky-tonk beat down! Features a variant cover by Dan Mendoza (limited to 1500 copies) and a risqué variant cover (limited to 2000 copies).

32pgs. /Mature Readers / FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

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Action Lab Entertainment in November 2014

CRIMSON SOCIETY #3

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

Jack’s past meets his present, and his recently “upgraded” Werewolf curse is put to the test. When an all-out zombie attack threatens not just Jack, but his human girlfriend and new vampire ally, can he wield the mysterious Constantine Technology to save those that matter most to him?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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DRYSPELL #4

Writer(s): Ken Krekeler
Artist Name(s): Ken Krekeler
Cover Artist(s): Ken Krekeler

Everything has gone to crap. One week ago, Tom Ferris worked in an office. Today, two of his costumed team members are dead, the bank job has failed, and he finds himself racing toward the last person in the city who can help him. But the Black Baron still has a few secrets left hidden… and the time has come to show them off. The conclusion has come. The Dry Spell is over. And the city will never forget him again.

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #2

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

Everyone’s favorite assassin monkey Mister Everything’s shrouded history begins to unravel as Mindwolf fights for her right to party…and stay alive! PLUS: Aaron and crew are captured and interrogated at the hands of unknown enemies! PLUS, PLUS: Death–horrible, tear-inducing death–awaits in a shocking scene so shocking it shocked us!

The Free Comic Book Day-featured title continues!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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THE F1RST HERO #4

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

The streets of Philadelphia have been turned into a war zone with Jake Roth standing at ground zero. All Jake wants now is to get home in one piece. But how will the extrahumans who saved him from being captured by the authorities react if he rejects an offer to join their insanity-fuelled revolution? The climatic final issue of Volume 1 of The F1rst Hero is here!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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FIGHT LIKE A GIRL # 1(of 4)

Writer(s): David Pinckney
Artist Name(s): Soo Lee
Cover Artist(s): Soo Lee

Standing before a jury of nine gods, Amarosa pleads for a chance to risk her life and gain entry to the Wishing Well where she will attempt to fight her way through and survive nine trials to claim her prize: a single wish that will save her terminally-ill brother. Another Action Lab hit in the making!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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ITTY BITTY BUNNIES IN RAINBOW PIXIE CANDYLAND: COCK FIGHT

Writer(s): Dean Rankine
Artist Name(s): Dean Rankine
Cover Artist(s): Dean Rankine

The bunnies are back! And when Phil and Tyrone stumble into a post-apocalyptic illegal cock-fighting ring they will need all the drug-fueled stupid they can muster to survive their latest off-color adventure! In the grand tradition of excessive Hollywood schlock comes… Itty Bitty Bunnies in Rainbow Pixie Candy Land : COCK FIGHT! Also available in a limited “movie poster” variant cover, limited to 2,000 copies.

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

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JACK HAMMER: USURPER #2( of 2)

Writer(s): Brandon Barrows
Artist Name(s): Ionic
Cover Artist(s): Ionic

Betrayed, bloody and mad as hell, it’s Jack’s turn to go on the hunt, sucking chest wound or no. But Jack hasn’t even met the man called Usurper face-to-face and he’s already fighting for his life. With both Jack and Ramona’s lives on the line, who’ll go down for the count?

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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MIDNIGHT TIGER TPB

Writer(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height

Young Gavin Shaw is granted the power to do what local law enforcement and the superhero community cannot–save his city from itself. As Midnight Tiger (because he can only patrol the city after midnight), Gavin begins his assault on the gangs and drug dealers running the streets of Apollo Bay an eventually ends up expanding his world in ways he never imagined.

128 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $14.99

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PLANET GIGANTIC #2

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson, Will Perkins
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

When Queen Neva takes Yuri and Valentina prisoner, she puts them to work in the infamous Blood Mines of Woodmere. Meanwhile, Neva and her dark sorcerer Narog devise a plot to steal their power. Also in this issue: A steadfast messenger must carry the fate of the war across an unforgiving landscape!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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SCUM OF THE EARTH TPB

Writer(s): Mark Bertolini
Artist Name(s): Rob Croonenborghs
Cover Artist(s): Rob Croonenborghs

Meet Laura and True – two bourbon-toasted gunslingers caught between hardcore scores and soul depraved rehab! Dirty, violent and simple, or so it seems… the pair’s desert road trip of carnage and courtship may just take a cosmic turn when a mysterious figure begins to tail them on their explosive journey.
Collects the entire explosive 3 issue grindhouse series.

96 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $11.99

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SHINOBI:NINJA PRINCESS #4

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade, Janed Wade
Cover Artist: Johanna Tamminen

Oni 鬼 (Demon): After the escape of Shianndrea and her team in New Tokyo, the Oni sets his sights on the southern security outpost of the Toshigawa Clan. Master Gaudient chooses a team to assist their fellow ninja but orders Ai and Shianndrea to stay behind. The girls make the risky decision to join the battle anyway. Meanwhile, Hamasuke’s anger from being “overshadowed” could prove to be the downfall of the Toshigawa Clan.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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SOUTHERN DOG #4

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

The growing conflict between the KKK and the elusive beast comes to a head when Jasper attends a party to see Zoe, only to reveal his transformation after getting beat up. With Jasper’s successful capture, the confrontation falls on Bill when the beast’s identity is finally revealed to the Klan. Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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ZOMBIE TRAMP# 5

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): Dennis Budd
Cover Artist(s): Dennis Budd, TMChu/Dan Mendoza

Janey, our titular Zombie Tramp, is back on the road. When a simple pit stop at a desert biker bar attracts unwanted attention, she quickly finds herself tested yet again… by a monster more powerful then her?! Supernatural bar fighting, and blacktop dueling in a bikini and leather gear – it’s just another day for Zombie Tramp. Includes a variant cover (limited to 1,500 copies) and a risqué variant, limited to 2,000 copies, by Dennis Budd!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

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Action Lab in October 2014

CRIMSON SOCIETY #2

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo

As Jack attempts to discover more about the “Constaine Technology,” the mysterious nanotech augmentation to his arms that tends to kill vampires on sight, he finds a possible ally in his quest. But will Romules, the vampire torture specialist, throw a wrench in their plans?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #2

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford

Things in the snow heat up for our heroes as the dimension-jumping assassin-monkey Mister Everything draws closer to Mindwolf and her reluctant compatriots. Meanwhile, in a parallel universe, Gabe and Mr. Whispers discover shocking revelations about their secret past from Aaron and crew! Don’t miss this one, folks!

The Free Comic Book Day-featured title continues!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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THE F1RST HERO #3

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder

Using his new powers to save the life of a troubled young extrahuman has landed Jake Roth in the middle of an armed stand-off with the police and the army’s Extrahuman Task Force. How could things get any worse? Wait until you see who comes to Jake’s rescue!

32 pgs./Teen/ FC $3.99

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HERO CATS #2

Writer(s): Kyle Puttkammer
Artist Name(s): Marcus Williams, Ryan Sellers, Omaka Schultz
Cover Artist(s): Marcus Williams

Would you like to play a game? Duty calls as the Hero Cats defend Stellar City against Johnny Arcado’s dangerous digitized minions. But in this game there is no reset button!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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MIDNIGHT TIGER #4

Writer(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height

This is it–Midnight Tiger‘s final showdown with Powerstone to decide the future of Apollo Bay! However, if Detective Fife and the rest of the Apollo Bay PD get there first, neither one of them will be left standing!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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PLANET GIGANTIC #1

Writer(s): Eric Grissom
Artist Name(s): David Halvorson
Cover Artist(s): David Halvorson (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

When two genetically-engineered teenagers crash-land on a strange planet, they must learn to rely on themselves and their still-developing powers as they face down a giant rock monster. Also in this issue: Lyana the Seeker braves a cursed tomb in search of the fabled Eye
of the Sun. Variant cover by Jerry Gaylord, limited to 2,000 copies!

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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SCUM OF THE EARTH #3

Writer(s): Mark Bertolini
Artist Name(s): Rob Croonenborghs
Cover Artist(s): Rob Croonenborghs

Turns out True, the bourbon fueled psycho killer, is actually an alien in possession of the coveted stolen galactic artifact known as the Starheart, and Karth, the intergalactic bounty hunter hot on its trail, is also True’s brother. Can the two cosmic siblings work out their issues, or will they unleash universal destruction upon us all?

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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SHINOBI:NINJA PRINCESS #3

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade, Marvin Chevealier, Janed Wade
Cover Artist: Johanna Tamminen

Rekishi 歴史(History): When Ninja Master Jubei sees that Shianndrea is upset over the revelation of Kim and Ai’s romantic relationship, he tellsher the story of her ancestor, Yamoto Toshigawa, the Princess Tokuhime and their fight against the all powerful Oni named Dagamon. Meanwhile, Hamasuke makes plans to win back his honor and become the hero he feels he should be.

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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SOUTHERN DOG #3

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

Burdened by balancing his emerging lycanthropic tendencies, high school, and a home life that includes a KKK member father, Jasper confides in his mom his dark secret, and also shares with her news of a budding romance with Zoe—an African-American girl at school. Can anything diffuse the powder keg that his life is fast becoming? Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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ZOMBIE TRAMP# 4

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TMChu
Cover Artist(s): TMChu
The new hit series concludes its first gonzo story arc with a battle royale at the Grand Canyon!
Our undead anti-heroine turned slave-bride Zombie Tramp battles “The King” for her right to shamble on down the road, and not be eternally shackled to a rotting bloated man-pig…thankyouverymuch! Features a “risqué” variant cover limited to 2,000 copies!

32pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99(reg) $4.99 (var)

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VAMPLETS: HOWLISS- WEREWOLF BABY PLUSH

The sweetest most docile baby with a dangerous twist…This terrifyingly cute werewolfling will always keep you guessing, since at this age Howliss transforms without warning! You will never know when this sweet baby might turn into your worst nightmare.

Your Warning: When transformation occurs you will need numerous large scratching posts that can be placed throughout your home and a large bone for teething and clawing. Once again a sturdy cage this time with silver bars would be highly recommended for werewolflings are allergic to silver and this will calm him down instantly.

The Gloomvanian Adoption Center will only be releasing a small number of babies into the mortal world. The management takes no responsibility for any mayhem and destruction caused by your baby, and suggests strongly that you do not adopt one.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

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VAMPLETS: LILY ROSE SHADOWLYN VAMPYRE BABY PLUSH

Lily Rose Shadowlyn is surprisingly well behaved for a baby Vampyre. She plays well and shares with others, not a trait normally found in Vamplets. Although Lily Rose is sweet she has a dark side. She will smile and hug you then bite you thinking nothing is wrong with that. If she appears exceptionally sweet and loving…be careful when approaching her! She can fly into fits of rage when denied her hugs and “Vampyre kisses” which can be lethal! At all times have on hand a jar of Poison Black Apple Sauce…unsweetened. This is her favorite treat and should calm her down immediately.

The Gloomvanian Adoption Center will only be releasing a small number of babies into the mortal world. The management takes no responsibility for any mayhem and destruction caused by your baby, and suggests strongly that you do not adopt one.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

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VAMPLETS: OCTAVIA-CYCLOPS BABY PLUSH

A delightfully frightening toddler who will grow to GIGANTIC proportions…Cyclops like to keep their eye on everyone and everything. If you try to suppress Octavia’s inquisitive nature, she will quickly anger, and the full impact of her tremendous strength might lead to the destruction of everything in her path.

Your Warning: For the poor mortal who invites this baby into their home, if angered quickly place Octavia in a Cyclops proof cage (which is usually what we recommend for all of our mischievous little darlings from the Nightmare Nursery) otherwise her tremendous strength may quickly demolish your domicile.

The Gloomvanian Adoption Center will only be releasing a small number of babies into the mortal world. The management takes no responsibility for any mayhem and destruction caused by your baby, and suggests strongly that you do not adopt one.

You have been warned.

Retail Price: $19.99

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VAMPLETS: ROARI SNOW- ABOMINABLE SNOWBABY PLUSH

Endearing and horribly wild… Roari never sits still, bounding with horrific ape-like agility and strength! If you love never-ending physical activity such as running for your life, then you will know true delight and endless dismay when you invite this hyperactive baby into your home.

Your Warning: She wants to be the center of attention and you had best make sure she is. We have no idea of any means to pacify her since there have been no survivors of an Abominable Snowbaby rampage.

The Gloomvanian Adoption Center will only be releasing a small number of babies into the mortal world. The management takes no responsibility for any mayhem and destruction caused by your baby, and suggests strongly that you do not adopt one.

You have been warned

Retail Price: $19.99

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VAMPLETS: THUS UNDEAD PET SOCIETY #1

Writer(s): Gayle Middleton and Dave Dwonch
Artist Name(s): Amada Coronado (p), David Dwonch (i) Bill Blankenship (c)
Cover Artist(s): Amanda Coronado (a), Bill Blankenship (c)

The Legend of the Ghost Pony begins here in this terrifyingly sweet installment from Hasbro designer/illustrator of My Little Pony Gayle Middleton! Ghost Ponies have been the harbingers of the weird for years. Whenever they appear, creatures near have disappeared, never to return. Where do they come from? What is their terrible secret? And what is the Ghost Pony’s connection to a vampyre baby named Lily Rose Shadowlyn? Find out in this all new adventure! Variant cover by Gayle Middleton herself (limited to 1000 copies!).

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99 (reg)/ $4.99 (Var)

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CRIMSON SOCIETY#1

Writer(s): Mike Hunau
Artist Name(s): Carlos Trigo
Cover Artist(s): Carlos Trigo (r), Daniel Logan (v)

In the very near future, supernatural beings live among humans in peace, yet Jack Crimson finds his life as a werewolf frustrating, and wants nothing more than a cure. Desperate to free himself from this curse, he makes a series of decisions leading him down an unexpected path. Join Jack as he makes his way through this dark new world. Features a variant cover by Daniel Logan (Ghost Town), limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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DRYSPELL # 3 (Bi-Monthly)

Writer(s): Ken Krekeler
Artist Name(s): Ken Krekeler
Cover Artist(s): Ken Krekeler

The stage is set. Tom Ferris, once little more than an office drone, is about to return to the man he once was. Side-by-side with masks and costumes, he has calculated a grand return to the limelight of his yesteryear. His entourage assembled, his target marked, his city is calling to him. It watches and waits for the black.
32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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EHMM THEORY: EVERYTHING AND SMALL DOSES #1

Writer(s): Brockton McKinney
Artist Name(s): Larkin Ford
Cover Artist(s): Larkin Ford (reg), Jerry Gaylord (var)

Action Lab’s underground hit series returns! Time-jumping assassin monkeys, an evil military super-force, and paranormal ex-lovers plague Gabriel Ehmm and his blood-bound talking feline Mr. Whispers in this eye-smashing, brain-messer of a sequel entitled; Everything and Small Doses. Features a variant cover by Jerry Gaylord, limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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THE F1RST HERO # 2 (OF 4)

Writer(s): Anthony Ruttgaizer
Artist Name(s): Phillip Sevy (art), Fred C Stresing (letters/colors)
Cover Artist(s): Lee Moder (standard cover), Ray-Anthony Height (variant)

Back on American soil, Jake settles into his normal life. But when the police attempt a violent takedown on a teen extrahuman, will Jake endanger that normal life and use his own powers to save the boy? Or will he keep quiet and abandon the youth to his grisly fate? Variant cover by Ray-Anthony Height (Midnight Tiger and Marvel’s: Fear Itself, Spider-Girl) limited to 1,500 copies!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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JACK HAMMER: USURPER #1 (OF 2) (Bi-Monthly)

Writer(s): Brandon Barrows
Artist Name(s): Ionic
Cover Artist(s): Ionic

Just as things are starting to get back to normal for Jack McGriskin and friends, a new shadow falls across their path… and lands squarely on Ramona! A mystery man stalks her through the streets of Boston, but is she his target or only a means to an end?

32 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $3.99

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MIDNIGHT TIGER #3 (Now a monthly series)

Writer(s): DeWayne Feenstra, Ray-Anthony Height
Artist Name(s): Ray-Anthony Height
Cover Artist(s): Ray-Anthony Height (Marvel: Fear Itself, Spider-girl, Image: Noble Causes)

Gavin has to shake down an old friend for some intel, but may end up going too far. Unfortunately for Gavin, Powerstone and the Apollo Bay Police Department are on the hunt…and it’s Midnight Tiger season!

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

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MISHKA AND THE SEA DEVIL HC

Writer(s): Xenia Pamfil
Artist Name(s): Xenia Pamfil
Cover Artist(s): Xenia Pamfil

Eleven days trapped on a mysterious island. Eleven chapters drawn in eleven different styles. One incredible artist. After a chance encounter at sea, fisherman Mishka washes ashore on an uncharted island. Surrounded by monsters and worse, can Mishka survive long enough to solve the mystery of the Sea Devil and return home? Join her, Captain Furball and Admiral Ghost on the adventure of their lives!

100 pgs./Teen/ FC $24.99

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SHINOBI: NINJA PRINCESS #2 (OF 6)

Writer(s): Martheus Wade
Artist Name(s): Martheus Wade (Pencils, Inks, Colors) Marvin Chevealier (color assists)
Cover Artist: Tressina Bowling

After successfully completing her first mission, Shianndrea is allowed to accompany Kim on reconnaissance to New Tokyo in order to spy on the Azumi Ninja Clan. Things can’t be better! However, just when things are getting cozy between the two ninja, Ai joins the mission, making these three ninja a crowd.

32 pgs./ Teen/ FC $3.99

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SKYWARD VOL.4: SINS OF THE FATHER

Writer(s): Jeremy Dale
Artist Name(s): Jeremy Dale
Cover Artist(s): Jeremy Dale

Jeremy Dale and Action Lab proudly present the fourth volume of the smash-hit, SKYWARD! In the wake of the Battle at Three Rivers, it’s certain that new alliances must be formed to withstand the armies of the Brother Kings. Enter: The Berserkers! Continuing the fantastic action-fantasy epic from CGS 2013 Breakthrough Creator and Harvey Award nominee Jeremy Dale (G.I. Joe, Marvel Kapow!), following the thrilling tale of Quinn and his dog, Jack– as we travel ever further into the strangeness of the unknown! Collects Skyward #10-12!

96 pgs./ All Ages/ FC $9.99

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SOUTHERN DOG #2 (OF 4)

Writer(s): Jeremy Holt
Artist Name(s): Alex Diotto
Cover Artist(s): Riley Rossmo

After revealing his involvement with the KKK, Jasper’s farther forces him to confront a bully from school through violent tactics. Refusing to participate, Jasper fleas the scene only to succumb to another “episode” as the beast inside of him resurfaces. Unable to fight it, Jasper suddenly finds himself in the middle of his town’s racial war. Featuring series covers by red-hot artist Riley Rossmo (Drumhellar)!

32 pgs./ Mature Readers/ FC $3.99

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ZOMBIE TRAMP #3

Writer(s): Dan Mendoza, Jason Martin
Artist Name(s): TMChu
Cover Artist(s): TMChu

Zombie Tramp has fallen in with the wrong crowd in her adventure to Las Vegas… specifically, the undead clutches of the king of Sin City’s sex trade. Now she’s being forced to wed the jump-suited monster of a man in a private ceremony at the Grand Canyon! But in this unholy wedding, “Til death” is just the start. Features a “risqué” variant cover limited to 2,000 copies!

32 pgs./Mature Readers/ FC $3.99/$4.99 Variant

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Action Lab Continues Expansion With Digital Debuts in October!

Action Lab Entertainment, who found success with their Danger Zone line, is releasing their much buzzed about digital line of comics, expanding their offering of creator-owned titles.

Released in conjunction with ComiXology at New York Comic Con, the publisher debuted two new titles, and new installments. And now, Action Lab follows that up with more new titles debuting exclusively in digital formats, from multiple applications, each week this October!

Here’s the line-up!

AVAILABLE NOW:

Molly Danger: Comics legend Jamal Igle‘s Molly Danger is already one of the hottest books to hit stores this year, and now the story continues in the digitally-exclusive guided view format! Whether it’s read in the luscious over-sized graphic album format, or the amazing digital reconfiguration, Molly Danger is all-ages high adventure with a story and art that adult fans will enjoy and bring fun and excitement back to the superhero genre with a totally fresh take on the genre!

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Vamplets: Quite possibly the cutest little undead ever, Gayle Middleton‘s MIDDLETON’S Vamplets has been one of the hottest new properties here at Action Lab and now this cartoon gothic tale from the designer of My Little Ponies continues in its digitally-exclusive guided view format on comiXology! See what all the EXCITEMENT is about as a young woman finds out her new babysitting job might be more than she can handle!

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Bo Plushy Gangsta: What if Teddy Ruxpin listened to NWA!? The outrageous and hysterical Bo Plushy Gangsta from Action Lab’s Mature Readers line Danger Zone and Russian video game artist Pavel Balabanov answer that question, and put the baddest man on the streets into the body of a teddy bear! Bo’s outlandish street-level exploits are available EXCLUSIVELY as a DIGITAL DEBUT, in Guided View format, before they hits print this January!

BoPlushyGangsta1_cover_digital_finalItty Bitty Bunnies in Rainbow Pixie Candy Land: More irreverent humor from Action Lab: Danger Zone, Dean Rankine‘s Itty Bitty Bunnies will appeal to fans of Happy Tree Friends and Ren and Stimpy, and the crazy antics of these butt-naked drug-tripping cartoon critters will be available EXCLUSIVELY in Guided View digital format before they hit print in 2014!

RELEASING EACH WEEK – STARTING OCTOBER 16TH:

Zombie Tramp: She’s got the looks, now she wants the BRAAAAAIIINS!, The cult hit cartoon grind-house comic series Zombie Tramp by Dan Mendoza, has found a new home at Action Lab: Danger Zone. Now you can get to know The Street-walking Dead in this new volume via digital outlets before the sequel series hits stores later this month!

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Crimson Society: In a world where the children of the night and mankind live together in a fragile peace, one young werewolf wants nothing more than to be just a man… Mike Hunau‘s Crimson Society joins the DIGITAL DEBUTS beginning with a new zero issue only available from Action Lab: Danger Zone in digital first format, just in time for Halloween!

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Scum of the Earth: Finally, the sci-fi grindhouse extravaganza Scum of the Earth by Mark Bertolini and Rob Croonenborghs rears its alien-stompin’, ass-kickin’ head as another amazing DIGITAL DEBUT entry from Action Lab: Danger Zone before it hits the stands!

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ACTION LAB’S DIGITAL DEBUTS: EXCLUSIVE CONTENT, EXCITING CREATORS, A WHOLE NEW WAY TO READ COMICS!!

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