Miriam Beckstein has gotten in touch with her roots and they have nearly strangled her. A young, hip, business journalist in Boston, she discovered (in The Family Trade ) that her family comes from an alternate reality, that she is very well-connected, and that her family is too much like the mafia for comfort. In addition, starting with the fact that women are family property and required to breed more family members with the unique talent to walk between worlds, Miriam has tried to remain an outsider and her own woman. She started a profitable business in a third world she has discovered, outside the family reach (recounted in The Hidden Family). She fell in love with a distant relative, but he died saving her life. Now, however, in The Clan Corporate, Miriam may be overreaching. And if she gets caught, death or a fate worse is around the bend. There is, for instance, the brain-damaged son of the local king who needs a wife. But they'd never make her do that, would they? Size: 4 3/16 x 6 3/4 inches Pages: 320

A dissident faction of the Clan, the alternate universe group of families that has traded covertly with our world for a century or more, have carried nuclear devices between the worlds and exploded them in Washington, DC, killing the President of the United States. Now they will exterminate the rest of the Clan and keep Miriam alive only long enough to bear her child, the heir to the throne of their land in the Gruinmarkt world. The worst and deepest secret is now revealed: behind the horrifying plot is a faction of the US government itself, preparing for a political takeover in the aftermath of disaster. There is no safe place for Miriam and her Clan except, perhaps, in the third alternate world, New Britain—which has just had a revolution and a nuclear incident of its own. Charles Stross's Merchant Princes series reaches a spectacular climax in this sixth volume. Praised by Nobel laureate Paul Krugman as "great fun," this is state of the art, cutting edge SF grown out of a fantastic premise. 303p

Merchants & Marauders lets you live the life of an influential merchant or a dreaded pirate in the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy. Seek your fortune through trade, rumor hunting, missions, and of course, plundering. The game features a unique trade system and a thematic combat system, allowing for critical decisions and intense excitement. Modify your ship, buy impressive vessels, load deadly special ammunitions and hire specialist crew members. Will your captain gain eternal glory and immense wealth or find his wet grave under the stormy surface of the Caribbean Sea? Contents: * 26 plastic miniature ships (5 different ship types) * 16 unique captains * over 250 cards * over 190 die cut tokens * 4 die cut treasure chests * rules No. of players: 2-4 Ages: 13+ Playing time: 180 minutes Designed by Christian Marcussen & Kasper Aagaard

Become the wealthiest merchant prince or princess in all of Araby by establishing an entourage of merchants and allies, teaching virtues, summoning djinns, negotiating frequently, and making successful caravan investments. Objective: Be the player with the most coins at the end of the game. During your turn perform actions such as playing cards, tasking merchants, Starting a caravan, and negotiating with your opponents. These Actions may be taken multiple times and in any order you choose. Products are usually generated by tasking Merchants in your entourage. Magical Djinn cards may be played on any turn. The Ally cards in your entourage assist your Merchants in a variety of ways. Virtue cards activate immediately for an instant bonus to you and often to an opponent of your choosing. 2–5 Players 45–90 Min Age: 8+

In “Mermaid Rain”, you explore the ocean and gather as many treasures as possible in order to win the heart of your Prince. But you can’t win the heart of the Prince while stuck in the ocean - you will need to spend some of your treasure to appease the witch, who will ransform your glorious fish tail into functional legs. Then, hopefully, you will have enough treasure left to dazzle the Prince. The main action of “Mermaid Rain” is divided into two phases: the “Surf-predicting” phase and the “Surf-riding” phase. In the “Surf-predicting” phase, you make melds by using the cards in your hand and gain a Surf tile. In the “Surf-riding” phase of each round, you place the Surf tile on the board, move your Mermaid by using cards from your hand, and gather treasures. Gain enough treasure and win your Prince! Contents: * board * scoring board * 87 cards * 36 surf tiles * 72 treasure tokens * 6 scoring tokens * 6 mermaids stand ups with plastic base * rules No. of players: 3-6 Ages: 10+ Playing time: 45-60 minutes Designed by Hitoshi Yasuda and Keiji Kariya

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. The Metabaron once single-handedly brought the Techno-Techno Empire to its knees. But in the chaos that followed, a new regime within the Techno-Techno civilization has rebuilt by seizing control of the galaxy's most precious fuel, the Epiphyte. When this tyrannical new force learns that the Metabaron is back and headed toward Marmola, the only known source of Epiphyte, the Empire dispatches its most trusted servant: the notoriously invulnerable and cruel Wilhem-100, the Techno-Admiral. Can the Metabaron save the universe once more, or has he finally met his match? SC, 10x8, 112pgs, FC

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. The Metabaron once single-handedly brought the Techno-Techno Empire to its knees. But in the chaos that followed, a new regime within the Techno-Techno civilization has rebuilt by seizing control of the galaxy's most precious fuel, the Epiphyte. When this tyrannical new force learns that the Metabaron is back and headed toward Marmola, the only known source of Epiphyte, the Empire dispatches its most trusted servant: the notoriously invulnerable and cruel Wilhem-100, the Techno-Admiral. Can the Metabaron save the universe once more, or has he finally met his match? HC, 10x13, 112pgs, FC

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. On returning from his ancestral home, Marmola, the Metabaron is convinced that the Epyphite, the unique resource hidden in the heart of his home planet, is trying to tell him something urgent about the future of the Universe. Meanwhile, the Techno-Pope entrusts his most loyal Techno-Cardinal, Orne-8, to find the ultimate solution to the shortage of this precious anti-gravitation fuel. Faced with potential extinction, the Metabaron further questions his clan's deep-seated principles and sets out to experience everything he has denied himself for so long. But is he prepared to face the most human of all emotions... love? Niko Henrichon (Brian K. Vaughan's Pride of Baghdad) provides stunning, lush art that evokes the beauty and danger of the Jodoverse. 112p

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. 'Book 2 of the new story arc in the saga of The Metabaron! Faced with potential extinction, the Metabaron questions his clan's deep-seated principles and sets out to experience everything he has denied himself for so long. Meanwhile, the Techno-Pope entrusts his most loyal Techno-Cardinal, Orne-8, to find the ultimate solution to the shortage of Epyphite, the precious anti-gravitation fuel that has enabled the Techno-Techno Empire to rule the universe. HC, 9.4x12.6, 112pgs, FC

Näytettä kustantajan sivuilta. Volume 1 of 4 in new paperback editions of the classic sci-fi series The Metabarons! A must-read cult spin-off of The Incal, by Moebius and Jodorowsky, centering around the fascinating lineage of the ultimate warrior. This collection introduces the Metabaron's bloodline and reveals the origins of their deep-seated principles. SC, 8x10, 120pgs, FC

A gripping, kinetic bio about the greatest basketball player of all time and most influential athlete in history, from the creator of the acclaimed and bestselling 21: The Story of Roberto Clemente. From Jordan’s public successes to private struggles, Santiago’s passion shines through on every full-color page. Everyone at a certain age wanted to be like Mike, and Santiago puts you on the parquet floor of Chicago’s United Center in your very own pair of Air Jordans. HC, 6x7.5, 200pgs, FC

Following his self-exile from Melnibone, Elric is faced with his biggest challenge ever! As he lies dying on the shores of an unknown land, he is taken aboard a mysterious ship where time and logic hold no meaning. Several other incarnations of the Eternal Champions are there, but why? What could allow the laws of time and space to be broken for these warriors to meet? Could Elric learn anything from that which he used to be or that which he shall become? So begins an epic adventure across the black seas and into alternate worlds where the lines between dream and reality blur! Collecting the second volume of the classic comic adaptation of Michael Moorcock's bestselling fantasy saga! HC, 7x10, 216pgs, FC

Compiling the short stories "The Dream of Earl Aubec," "The Dreaming City," "While the Gods Laugh," and "The Singing Citadel," The Weird of the White Wolf brings the albino prince Elric and his enchanted sword Stormbringer back to his city of Melnibon' for a series of epic adventures, where his might and magic will face the ultimate test! HC, 7x10, 152pgs, FC

Bear witness to the story of Elric, Lord of Melnibone; his dark cousin - the evil Yyrkoon; their dark magics; and their terrible struggle for rule of the fabled Emerald Isle! Collecting the first volume of the classic adaptation of Michael Moorcock's bestselling fantasy saga, Elric of Melnibone marks the perfect introduction to the series' iconic antihero, his fabled blade, Stormbringer, and his harrowing adventures across the Dragon Isle. Adapted by former Marvel Comics editor, Roy Thomas, and beautifully rendered by longtime comics illustrator Jan Duursema (Star Wars Legacy), this definitive collection marks an essential read for all fans of sword and sorcery and brings Moorcock's epic tales to life with luxuriant imagination. HC, 7x10, 176pgs, FC

Featuring the work of Hellboy creator Mike Mignola and Batman artist Kelley Jones! Prince Corum Jhaelen embarks on an epic journey of fate and vengeance through all the fifteen planes of Earth, even to the very center of time — the still, blue city of Tanelorn. Acclaimed author Michael Moorcock weaves a stunning bland of magic, heroism and wonder! HC, 7x10, 104pgs, FC

Award-winning writer and artist Howaard Chaykin joins forces with Michael Moorcock to bring the Eternal Champion known alternatively as Erekose, Urlik of Skarsol or John Daker to vivid life in this classic tale from 1979. Includes an exclusive introduction by acclaimed comic book writer Cullen Bunn. HC, 7x10, 144pgs, FC

Featuring the work of Hellboy creator Mike Mignola and Batman Artist Kelley Jones! After his defeat of the chaos Lord Arioch, Prince Corum has little time to rest, his actions have angered Arioch's siter, Xiombarg, known as the Queen of Swords! The Prince in the Scarlet Robe must fight on, facing the formidable Mabden armies, and taking on the might of the Queen of the Swords herself. Faced with immense powers of evil on all sides, Corum must reach the City of the Pyramid. But first he will encounter nightmarish creatures, unsettling sorcery, and uncanny new planes of existence. HC, 144pgs, FC

These two out of print classics, adapted by James Cawthorn, are collected together at last as part of Titan's acclaimed Michael Moorcock library! Follow the adventures of Dorian Hawkmoon, Duke of Köln, as he fights against the Dark Empire of Granbretan and attempts to free himself from a malevolent Black Jewel that has been implanted in his brain. 192pgs, FC

Michael Moorcock's timeless saga is brought to vivid life by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, Batman artist Kelley Jones, and award-winning writer Mike Baron! In this stunning hardcover collection of genre-defying fantasy, Prince Corum Jhaelen battles Mabelode, the King of Swords, discovers the true nature of the Eternal Champion, and challenges the very gods of Chaos and Law in his quest for vengeance and freedom! HC, 112pgs, FC

Published for the first time ever - the conclusion to the legendary Hawkmoon Chronicles, written by Michael Moorcock and adapted by James Cawthorn! A saga of science and sorcery 40 years in the telling, illustrated in gorgeous black-and-white with triptych triple-page spreads. In a post-apocalyptic world scoured by monsters and men, only Dorian Hawkmoon can stand against the Dark Empire of Granbretan and its immortal Emperor Huon! HC, 152pgs, B&W

The Conclusion of Michael Moorcock's Epic fantasy! When Corum's dreams are disturbed by strange voices he embarks on a quest to to seek out the only weapon capable of destroying his foes! 144pgs, FC

Hailed as a modern masterpiece on its first release and considered to be Russell's finest work. This volume collects the critically acclaimed, Eisner Award winning, 7-issue mini-series, adapted and drawn by the artist and writer, P. Craig Russell, who worked directly with Michael Moorcock on the script. 208pgs, FC